Times Leader 12-13-2011 by The Wilkes-Barre Publishing Company

Budget battle rages in D.C.

Lots of toys for girls and boys

Lawmakers try to hammer out bipartisan deal.

Greater Nanticoke Area toy drive is a huge success.

NATION & WORLD, 5A

LOCAL, 3A

VOUCHER FOR ONLY

728876

CMYK

The Times Leader timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE, PA

SPORTS SHOWCASE

All but one of Luzerne County’s seven House and four Senate districts will see changes

A state Legislative Reapportionment Commission voted 4-1 on Monday to approve new borders for the state’s 50 Senate and 203 House seats. The new maps will be in place for the next decade starting with next year’s election. All but one of Luzerne County’s seven House districts and four Senate districts will see changes, and one of those House dis-

SEAHAWKS 30 RAMS 13 NHL

tricts, the 114th, now represented by Sid Michaels Kavulich, D-Taylor, will be removed from the county, shifting it completely into Lackawanna County. On the Senate side, the two districts based outside of Luzerne County will gain larger chunks of the county. Sen. John Gordner, R-Berwick, whose 27th District has included just three townships and one borough, keeps those four, plus gains four more townships and two

more boroughs in the greater Berwick area that had been part of the 20th District now represented by Lisa Baker, R-Lehman Township. “I look forward to representing the new areas of Luzerne County that will be part of the 27th Senatorial District,” Gordner said. “One of the new communities is Salem Township, where I lived for 27 years and See REDISTRICT, Page 14A

Dallas opens grid coach job

DEVILS 5 LIGHTNING 4 BOYS BASKETBALL

MEYERS 56 COUGHLIN 44 NCAA BASKETBALL

RUTGERS 81 MONMOUTH 66 FORDHAM 74 SIENA 59 TWO NFL COACHES GET THE AX The Kansas City Chiefs have fired coach Todd Haley less than a year after he led the team to the AFC West division title. In Miami, the Dolphins also fired coach Tony Sparano one day after the Dolphins lost to the Philadelphia Eagles to fall to 4-9.

DON CAREY/THE TIMES LEADER

Dallas School Board member Dr. Bruce Goeringer appeals to other members at Monday night’s meeting to take into account all the community support given to head football coach Ted Jackson and not vote to open the position for the 2011-2012 year.

INSIDE A NEWS: Local 3A Nation & World 5A Obituaries 8A Editorials 13A B SPORTS: 1B B BUSINESS: 7B C HEALTH: 1C Birthdays 4C Television 6C Movies 6C Crossword/Horoscope 7C D CLASSIFIED: 1D Comics 14D

WEATHER Kate Barth Sunny. Light winds. High 43, low 28. Details, Page 8B

Ted Jackson Sr. has been coach for last 27 years By MARK GUYDISH mguydish@timesleader.com

DALLAS TWP. – Some people choked up as they passionately urged the Dallas School Board to retain head football coach Ted Jackson Sr. One man said he never would have gone to college if Jackson hadn’t inspired him after his father landed in jail. A student cited the powerful boost of seeing Jackson and “the entire team” enter the funeral parlor when his mother died. But even a last-minute plea by Board Member Dr. Bruce Goeringer asking other

members to “take into consideration the feelings expressed by these boys; take into consideration that you will not find a better coach” failed. In the end, the board voted 8-1 to open the position of head footJackson ball coach for next year. All but a handful in the crowd of roughly 200 rose and started to leave the cafeteria at Wycallis Elementary School, making no effort to disguise contempt. Comments filled the air: “You guys just lost the football pro-

INSIDE: For additional stories, see sports Page 1B

gram,” “Good luck getting any votes,” “Guess my kids will have to go to school somewhere else.” The board largely declined comment, keeping a promise President Catherine Wega made in her opening statement. “Many of you may be here this evening to express your views on a potential action that is listed in our agenda. We welcome your See JACKSON, Page 14A

As many as 10 young men could testify in public for the first time at today’s hearing.

By MARYCLAIRE DALE Associated Press

PHILADELPHIA — On the eve of a key court hearing, Jerry Sandusky’s lawyer said that no plea negotiations have been held and that the former Penn State assistant football coach is looking forward to facing his accusers in the child sex-abuse case. As many as 10 young men could testify in public for the first time at the hearing, which is expected to last at least a full day today and perhaps spill into a sec- Sandusky ond day. At the preliminary hearing, a judge will decide if prosecutors have enough evidence to send the case to trial. It’s almost a given that prosecutors will succeed, since the bar is low and they have detailed the accusations in a 28page grand jury report. Defense lawyers sometimes waive preliminary hearings in those circumstances to avoid more negative publicity, but the ex-coach’s lawyer said the defense is eager to hear from the witnesses and gauge the strength of the case. “We plan to proceed with Jerry’s hearing, and Jerry is looking forward to the opportunity to face his accusers,” lawyer Joe Amendola told The Associated Press on Monday. Amendola said there had been no plea negotiations, and he wouldn’t say if he would call Sandusky to testify. Sandusky, 67, is charged with more than 50 counts of child sexabuse involving 10 boys he met through the children’s charity he founded. Penn State’s longtime defensive coordinator, he was the heir apparent to longtime coach Joe Paterno until Sandusky’s unexpected retirement at age 55 in 1999. Criminal lawyers say there are several things to look for at the preliminary hearing. See SANDUSKY, Page 11A INSIDE: PSU “culture” to blame? 11A

Shickshinny church hall seeks some angels Space needs finishing touches ins, for fundraisers and as a meeting place for fellowship after services and SHICKSHINNY – The congregation on special occasions. The space took at First Presbyterian Church on Main on more than 5 feet of water, lay pastor Jim Parks said on a recent visit to Street was fortunate that the Sept. 9 the church. flood waters that inundated most of The floor, the lower wall sections, the town did not reach the church tables, chairs, kitchen appliances and sanctuary. cabinets were destroyed, as was the But the church hall, which is at organ blower and motor. Insurance street level, didn’t fare as well. The hall is used by the congregation to prepare food for parish shutSee CHURCH, Page 10A

Lay Pastor Jim Parks and Roseann McLaughlin inside the basement of First Presbyterian Church on Main Street in Shickshinny. The church hall was flooded in September.

By STEVE MOCARSKY smocarsky@timesleader.com

09815 10011

50¢

Sandusky State panel approves new borders ready to face his accusers

REDISTRICTING

By ANDREW M. SEDER aseder@timesleader.com

NFL

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

CLARK VAN ORDEN/THE TIMES LEADER

K PAGE 2A

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

Wyoming budget has no tax hike Sewer fee will be mulled as local matching share is needed for $1.5M state repair grant. By WILLIAM BELL Times Leader Correspondent

WYOMING -Borough Council on Monday unanimously approved a budget for 2012 of $1,027,300. Property taxes will remain at 1.7905 mills. A mill is $1 in tax for every $1,000 in assessed property valuation. The current year’s budget was set at $1,045,628. Solicitor Jarrett Ferentino, in response to a question from the public at Monday’s meeting, stated council will be considering a sewer fee at its next meeting. He said the borough will be receiving a $1.5 million state grant for sewer repairs, and there is a local matching share required for the work. Council Vice President Frank Yurek said the borough was one of the few towns that have not implemented a sewer fee for sewer repair and construction. Also, a resolution to keep the yearly garbage fee at $200 with a discount at $190 for seniors was unanimously approved. Council also unanimously passed an ordinance repealing the borough zoning and subdivision ordinances and adopting and enacting the laws of the Luzerne County Planning Commission. The Luzerne County Planning Commission was also named as the borough’s agent for enforcement of zoning and planning matters.

Bids for sanitation services were opened. The bids were broken down into separate bids for one year of service, two years of service, and a three years of service. Bids were received from two firms: J.P. Mascaro and Sons bid $192,803 for one year, $389,464 for the two year, and $589,993 for the three-year period; Waste Management bid $208,803 for one year, $424,289 for the two year, and $646,669 for the three-year period. Council unanimously voted to award a three-year contract for services to JP Mascaro and Sons for $589,993. In other business, Joseph Gayeski, the borough’s representative to the Luzerne County Tax Collection Committee, in a brief update, said the Don Wilkinson Agency, selected by the county committee to collect taxes, had requested to use First National Bank, headquartered in Hermitage, to act as the depository. While First National has some branches in Luzerne County, the committee voted for the Wilkinson Agency to use the Pennsylvania Local Government Investment Trust. Because the borough is already a member of the trust, no additional action was required. Mayor Robert Boyer reported the Wyoming and Forty Fort borough police departments had been awarded a $14,000 grant from the county District Attorney’s Office to be used to upgrade the departments’ weapons and to purchase nonlethal Tasers. The borough’s next regular meeting will be Jan. 9.

Warrior Run council hires code officer Borough will advertise ordinance adopting construction licenses.

By SUSAN DENNEY Times Leader Correspondent

WARRIOR RUN -- Borough Council on Monday approved a contract with Greg Gulick of G & R Consulting to serve as code enforcement officer for the borough. He will not be paid a salary but will be compensated from the fees and fines collected from licenses and code enforcement, officials said. Borough Solicitor James Pyrah said Gulick could not issue any licenses for construction unless the borough adopts the Universal Construction Code, which 90 percent of all Pennsylvania municipalities currently use. Pyrah explained the importance of adopting the code. He also said that for Gulick to cite individuals whose properties were poorly maintained, the council would also need to adopt the International Property Maintenance Code. “These standards will not be unique to Warrior Run,” he said. The council then voted on a resolution to advertise an ordinance that would adopt both codes. Those ordinances would be up for adoption at the next council meeting.

Pyrah also pointed out that the enactment of these codes would also require a board of appeals so that those cited could appeal Gulick’s decisions. He urged the council to consider names for a three-person appeal board. The positions would be unpaid. Gulick said he can help the borough not only with code enforcement but also with grant writing for capital projects. In other business, the council voted to advertise a new ordinance that would install two additional stop signs at the intersection of Beaumont and Chestnut streets. The council may vote to approve the resolution at its last meeting of the year. Borough Engineer Paul Pasonick reported that the preliminary estimate for rerouting the Beaumont Street stormwater system was $235,000. The council presented a budget of $224,235 for the coming year. The largest line items in the budget were $41,892 for the Pennvest sewer investment, $45,080 for refuse collection and $42,000 for the Nanticoke Police department contract. Copies of the proposed budget will be available at the borough building. The real estate tax will remain at 1.9 mills, borough officials previously said. The yearly trash collection fee will remain at $180. The final budget reading meeting will be at 6 p.m. Dec. 28 in the borough building.

➛ timesleader.com

THE TIMES LEADER

THREE INJURED IN ROUTE 309 CRASH

LAFLIN -- Borough Council on Monday night voted for a tax increase of .2834 mills to make up for a $44,405 deficit in the 2012 budget. The borough is facing increases in the cost of health insurance coverage for its full-time police officers and an increase of salaries within the forces’ collective bar-

gaining agreement. Also playing a key role was last week’s sudden loss of a police contact with neighboring Yatesville Borough that paid Laflin $32,000 for services that included patrolling and the fielding of phone calls. A mill is $1 in tax for every $1,000 in assessed property valuation. Council President Thomas Parry said the tax increase would mean a hike of $30 to $35 for a

DETAILS LOTTERY MIDDAY DRAWING DAILY NUMBER – 9-1-9 BIG 4 – 3-6-0-1 QUINTO - 7-1-7-1-4 TREASURE HUNT 03-07-11-12-22 NIGHTLY DRAWING DAILY NUMBER - 0-7-0 BIG 4 - 1-0-8-0 QUINTO - 2-6-2-8-6 CASH 5 07-10-20-24-31 MATCH 6 LOTTO 13-17-22-24-28-47

PETE G. WILCOX/THE TIMES LEADER

Three people were injured when a tractor-trailer and a car collided on state Route 309 in Dallas Township just before 10 a.m. Monday. The tractor-trailer side-swiped the vehicle, occupied by an elderly couple, and nearly struck a house trailer at County Pine Estates. The driver of the truck and the elderly couple were transported to area hospitals. Additional information was not released.

Busy shipping day for area FedEx facility By STEVE MOCARSKY smocarsky@timesleader.com

PITTSTON TWP. – The FedEx Express shipping center in Grimes Industrial Park was one of hundreds of FedEx facilities to be bustling with activity on Monday, as O N T H E N E T the company reached Visit fedex.com for what it prospecific holiday jected to be schedules and transit times when its busiest shipping via FedEx day in a nearly 40Ground or FedEx Express. year history. Monday was the deadline many merchants set this year for ordering gifts for guaranteed ground delivery before Christmas. FedEx expects to deliver more than 260 million shipments between Thanksgiving and Christmas this year, with more than 17 million of those expected to have been made on Monday – an 8 percent increase over last year and a 75 percent increase since Christmas 2005. To handle the surge, FedEx added 20,000 seasonal positions at FedEx Ground, FedEx Home Delivery and FedEx SmartPost and is offering additional shifts to current employees working at facilities around the country. “There’s an extraordinary amount of technology and precision that is in place at FedEx to

STEVE MOCARSKY/THE TIMES LEADER

Employee Nate Crist sets a package handed to him by coworker Sal Mulea, behind him in the truck, on a conveyor belt inside the FedEx Express Ship Center in Pittston Township on Monday.

ensure packages get to their destinations before Christmas,” said John Dunavant, vice president of the FedEx Express World Hub in Memphis, Tenn. “At the Memphis hub alone we will see up to 3 million packages speed down 42 miles of conveyor belts on our busiest December day, each one scanned an average of 23 times to ensure we know where our customers’ shipments are at any given time,” Dunavant said in a press release. Conveyor belts started to get crammed with packages after about 6 p.m. Monday at the ship

center in Pittston Township, transporting them from inbound trucks to a processing station and then to outbound trucks. Paul Franceschelli, operations manager at the center, said he expected to see about 12,000 shipments come through the local facility last night, “probably about 4,000 more than last year.” The last day to ship with FedEx Express for Christmas delivery is Dec. 23 for delivery on Dec. 24. Shippers have until Friday to ship via FedEx Ground and FedEx Home Delivery for pre-Christmas delivery in the continental U.S.

Billy Joel portrait unveiled at Steinway Hall way in the foreground. Joel said the jacket was one NEW YORK — The Piano Man is now officially a of the few items of clothing bought without a female comSteinway man. A Billy Joel portrait has been unveiled in New York City at Steinway Hall, home to the famed piano maker Steinway & Sons. Joel is one of only two livHANOVER TWP. – Police ing artists included in a colare investigating an attempted lection featuring greats daytime burglary at a Garber such as Hungarian composStreet residence. er Franz Liszt (list). He’s Police said that Carol Heiser the only non-classical perreported someone tried to pry former. open the back door to her The 62-year-old pop legresidence during the day on end joked Monday about his Monday, but no entry was painting’s proximity to Vlamade. dimir Horowitz’s, saying he Anyone with information doesn’t know “how crazy” should call police at 825-1254. Horowitz is about having him that close. WILKES-BARRE – City Joel’s painting features police reported the following: him standing upright in a • Police said Ernestine Olleather jacket, with a Steiniver, 46, of Hillside Street, The Associated Press

POLICE BLOTTER

house assessed at $100,000. The projected revenue for 2012 is $740,641 while its expenses sit at $785,046. This year’s budget was $722,677. Councilman Carl Yastremski explained the reasons for the deficit, saying it “can’t be any more straightforward than that.” Scott Seeherman, attending his last meeting as a council member, said that in the future it would be

HARRISBURG – No player matched all five winning numbers drawn in Monday’s “Pennsylvania Cash 5” game so the jackpot will be worth $330,000. Lottery officials said 93 players matched four numbers and won $188.50 each; 3,286 players matched three numbers and won $9 each; and 36,698 players matched two numbers and won $1 each. Thursday’s “Pennsylvania Match 6 Lotto” jackpot will be worth at least $600,000 because no player holds a ticket with one row that matches all six winning numbers drawn in Monday’s game.

OBITUARIES

panion. He said he wore it for years but his girlfriend recently dismissed it as a 1980s relic. Wilkes-Barre, will be cited with harassment after Shoniqua Brown, of South River Street, Wilkes-Barre, reported to them on Monday that Oliver threatened to strike her with a hammer. • Lisa Thomas, of West maple Street, reported on Monday that someone stole a phone charger, CDs and a handgun from her 2004 Chevrolet while it was parked near 18 W. Maple St. • Daryl Tyson, of 210 E. Thomas St., reported on Monday that someone used his debit card to make unauthorized purchases. An investigation is continuing.

Laflin increases millage to make up for more than $44,000 deficit By JOSEPH DOLINSKY Times Leader Correspondent

www.timesleader.com

in the best interest of Laflin to consider the great cost of a police department going forward. “Can we afford a police department?” Seeherman asked. “We don’t have the money coming in, and the only place we can get money from is through the taxpayers.” Currently the borough employs three full-time and seven parttime officers who provide 24/7

coverage throughout Laflin, something Mayor Dorothy Yazurlo said its residents cherish. “I know what our residents want and this kind of protection is what they want,” she said. Also, council lauded fellow Councilman Raymond Pendolphi by motioning to have Laflin’s baseball field named after him for his 38 years of service to the community and its residents.

Alba, Mary Best, Clyde Jr. Charney, Leonard Dennis, Carolann Golida, John Griffiths, Gilbert Jones, Jerome Lukachik, Stephen Martino, E. Glynn Paglianete, Vincent Powalchick, Frances Schwab, Anne Sireno, Frances Page 8A

WHO TO CONTACT Missed Paper ........................829-5000 Obituaries...............................970-7224 Advertising ...............................970-7101 Advertising Billing ...............970-7328 Classified Ads.........................970-7130 Newsroom...............................970-7242 Vice President/Executive Editor Joe Butkiewicz ...............................970-7249 Asst. Managing Editor Anne Woelfel...................................970-7232 Sports Editor John Medeiros.................................970-7143 Editorial Page Editor Mark Jones .....................................970-7305 Features Editor Sandra Snyder................................970-7383 Director, Interactive and New Media Nick DeLorenzo ..............................970-7152 Photo Editor Clark Van Orden ..............................970-7175 Community News .........................970-7245 E-MAIL News tips: tlnews@timesleader.com Community News: people@timesleader.com

BUILDING TRUST The Times Leader strives to correct errors, clarify stories and update them promptly. Corrections will appear in this spot. If you have information to help us correct an inaccuracy or cover an issue more thoroughly, call the newsroom at 829-7242.

+(ISSN No. 0896-4084) USPS 499-710

Issue No. 2011-347 Newsroom

829-7242 jbutkiewicz@timesleader.com

Circulation

Jim McCabe – 829-5000 jmccabe@timesleader.com

Published daily by: Impressions Media 15 N. Main St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 Periodicals postage paid at Wilkes-Barre, PA and additional mailing ofﬁces Postmaster: Send address changes to Times Leader, 15 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 Delivery Monday–Sunday $3.50 per week Mailed Subscriptions Monday–Sunday $4.35 per week in PA $4.75 per week outside PA

CMYK ➛ timesleader.com

THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

NEWS

BRIEF

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 3A

LOCAL Change will keep some with state sentence from serving time locally

County prison costs could fall By TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER tmorgan@timesleader.com SUBMITTED PHOTO

Leadership Wilkes-Barre Team Free Clinic members Jim Bobeck, left, Lisa Sciandra, Mike Burns, Ed Weiss, Barbara Sciandra and Melissa Mullin with some of the diabetic testing supplies donated by CVS/Caremark and CVS Retail Pharmacy. WILKES-BARRE

Clinic plans fundraiser

he Leadership Wilkes-Barre Team Free Clinic will host a T fundraiser with proceeds to benefit

the Wilkes-Barre Free Clinic on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p. m. at Cork Bar & Restaurant, 463 Madison St. Admission is $20, which includes appetizers and a selection of beer and wine. For more information, contact Lisa Sciandra at LSciandra@pennstarbank.com. Team Free Clinic works to improve, promote and serve the WilkesBarre Free Clinic, a cooperative effort of the congregations of St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Church, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church and Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. It occupies space provided by St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church.

The Luzerne County prison expects to significantly reduce its cost to house inmates in coming years thanks to a change in state law that makes it more difficult for state-sentenced inmates to get permission to serve their time at a county prison. The change, which took effect Nov. 24, requires inmates with state sentences to get the permission of the district attorney and the sentencing judge before they can serve their sentences locally. Even then, the request will be approved only if the prison has a population below 110 percent of its capacity. Until now, the sentencing judge had the sole discretion and authority to permit an inmate with a state sentence – defined as a period of incarceration with a maximum sentence or two years or more -- to serve their sentence at a county facility as long as

Piazza

the maximum sentence did not exceed five years. County prison officials have long objected to the practice because it increased the county’s cost since the state does not reimburse the prison for housing those in-

cause me to become overcrowded and start housing inmates (at) outside” facilities, Piazza said. Controversy over state inmates serving their sentences at the county prison peaked in 2007, when the prison population reached an all-time high of 920 inmates. That forced the county to house141 inmates at other counties’ prisons. Since then, the county has instituted several programs, including the day reporting center, that have significantly reduced the prison population. The average daily population for November was 693, still 20 percent above the rated capacity of 577. Piazza said the reduction in state-sentenced inmates will reduce the population even further, but the impact won’t be immediate.

mates. Under the new regulations, state-sentenced inmates still can serve their time at a county prison, but local officials have more control as they can deny a request if it would cause the county jail to become overcrowded. The change was applauded by Luzerne County prison warden Joseph Piazza, who has long struggled to keep the prison’s population under control. “It’s going to save money because now judges can’t just dump anyone in here and See PRISON, Page 14A

DURYEA

Solicitation warning given

Police said at least three borough residents received phone calls soliciting money or personal information on Monday. A resident in the 500 block of Phoenix Street told police she received a call from someone asking about her Medicare account information. A second resident in the 400 block of Phoenix Street told police he received a call claiming his niece was in jail in Canada and needed $7,200 for bail. Police spoke to the caller who hung up. A third resident in the 100 block of Dickson Street reported she was contacted by a male with a Middle Eastern accent who claimed she won $1 million and she needed to send money to have the winning money transferred to her. Police warn residents not to release personal or financial account information to anyone over the phone and to report suspicious calls to 911. WILKES-BARRE

Trust ruling protested

An attorney for a health care trust ordered to pay $5.2 million collectively to two local school districts filed court papers last week, saying a judge erred and should recuse himself from the case. Attorney Cynthia Vullo, representing the Northeastern Pennsylvania School Districts Health Trust, also said the judge’s verdict should have been in favor of the trust. Last week, Judge Lewis Wetzel ruled on a 4-year-old lawsuit that Dallas School District should receive $2.8 million while Pittston Area School District should receive $2.3 million to be used for health care costs of the employees of each respective district. The ruling came six months after a seven-day trial in June in which the districts were seeking their portion of an $18 million surplus the districts said they paid into the Northeastern Pennsylvania School Districts Health Trust, after they withdrew from the program. A judge had not ruled on Vullo’s request. HARRISBURG

FEMA deadline is near

The Federal Emergency Management Agency is reminding those who suffered property damage from Hurricane Irene or Tropical Storm Lee that Wednesday is the last day to apply. FEMA, in a prepared statement released Monday, said individuals with damage who did not register are ignoring the benefits they may be eligible to receive. For example: Register for assistance online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362).

CLARK VAN ORDEN/THE TIMES LEADER

Students from Greater Nanticoke Area High School Kelsey Rynkiewicz, Andrew Lescoe, Eyanna Gruver, Katie Wolfe, Alexa Gorski, Browyn Perrins and Chris Miller (not in order), all seniors, sort toys that will be given out to families in need.

Bigger and merrier GNA’s holiday drive big success

through the school’s dress down day, in addition to monetary donations from businesses and the Nanticoke Fire DeBy EDWARD LEWIS partment. National Honor Society. “There was elewis@timesleader.com For $1 every Friday, students were such an outpouring from the community; it’s really touching to see how much permitted to wear jeans and t-shirts NANTICOKE – This year’s toy and outside the district’s dress code. people care around the holidays.” food collection drive by the Greater “The money raised went to buy more Twelve tables and at least 10 washerNanticoke Area School District easily toys,” Rynkiewicz said. exceeded the previous year, resulting in size boxes were filled with toys in the Bonnie Dembowski, school district cafeteria of Kennedy Elementary. Toys donations being stockpiled and sorted human resources officer, said 266 famwere sorted by boys and girls and by in a bigger room. ilies will receive toys and/or gift cards age group from infant to 10 years old. Students, families, school officials The cafeteria was used because of the for food at Gerrity’s Market, surpassing and business donated more than large volume of donated toys. Last year, 220 families that benefited last year. $13,000 and nearly 2,000 toys that will Those families within the district donations were stockpiled in the high be given to underprivileged families affected by the September flood “will school’s main hallway. within the school district this holiday receive a little more extra,” Dembowski Kelsey Rynkiewicz, 18, of Nanticoke, season. said. was coordinator of the collection drive The district sponsors the collection “This is truly amazing,” said Superindrive and leaves it up to the students to this year. She said she would have been tendent Anthony Perrone. “The kids overwhelmed by the donations if it participate. Its success over the last 40 should be proud of what they’ve acweren’t for other students helping out. years has grown with donated items. complished. Families are not going to “It was schoolwide drive from kin“All the support we received was amazing,” said senior Alexa Gorski, 17, dergarten through 12th grade,” she said. go without a toy or go hungry this holiday season from their efforts.” Rynkiewicz said money was raised of Nanticoke, president of the school’s

Attorney for gas company makes case in Dallas Twp. Hearings focus on Williams’ plan for natural gas metering station. By SARAH HITE shite@timesleader.com

DALLAS TWP. – In two hours’ time, an attorney for Williams Field Services LLC opened and rested the company’s case at a zoning hearing Monday in its request to build a natural gas metering station off Lower Demunds Road. Residents, none of whom were represented as opponents by an attorney, will have a chance to view the company’s gathering of exhibits before offering testimony at a continued hearing Wednesday. One zoning hearing board member, Bob Bayer, recused himself from the proceedings due to a conflict of interest because his “employer has dealings with Williams,” he said. The metering facility would be approximately 500 feet away from the Chief Gath-

W H AT ’ S N E X T Continued hearings will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday in the Insalaco Hall at Misericordia University for Williams Field Services LLC’s application. Copies of the company’s legal exhibits will be available at the municipal building at 601 Tunkhannock Hwy., Dallas Township.

metering building, a flow control building, a pig receiver and a filter at the site, which is located on 4.29 acres with an access entryway off Lower Demunds Road. Several aspects have been removed from the proposed site since Williams submitted its first application in March. A mercaptan tank, odorant building, a 100-foot communications tower, a communications building, a 10-foot flare and condensate tanks will instead be located at a site about eight miles away in Northmoreland Township, Wyoming County. Bradford said only necessary equipment was put in Dallas Township. The remaining components, he said, are to maintain “best engineering practices” at the site. Gallagher said the company is requesting the board review the site as a public utilities services, as it will be constructed, operated and maintained by the Transco interstate pipeline. The company’s 33-mile

ering LLC metering station, which was approved at a zoning hearing last week. David Bradford, project engineer for Williams, said the site will be approximately 2,682 feet from the Dallas School District campus, 1,140 feet from the closest residence, 1,651 feet from the closest residential development and 2,249 feet from the Evangelical Free Church on Hildebrandt Road. Williams’ attorney Shawn Gallagher said the Williams facility is “much less intense” than Chief’s approved site. The company is requesting the approval of a See WILLIAMS, Page 10A

Records storage proposal stopped

County records improvement committee decides to leave decision up to new council. By JENNIFER LEARN-ANDES jandes@timesleader.com

Luzerne County officials halted a proposal to buy a Wilkes-Barre building to store county records, saying the decision should be left to the new County Council taking office Jan. 2. The county records improvement committee had recommended the purchase of the former Purchase of Two Jacks Cycle the former & Powersports building on Two Jacks North Washing- Cycle & Powton Street that is ersports owned by John building had Williams. The commit- been recomtee of commis- mended. sioners and several row officers unanimously agreed Monday to table its recommendation. The group has explored options for new record storage space since June 2010, when state archive experts concluded the current leased space in the Thomas C. Thomas building in downtown WilkesBarre has temperature extremes, lack of security, leaks and fire hazards. The committee, which will be eliminated under home rule, was established by law to help oversee a special records fund that comes from a fee on recorded deeds. This fund pays the Thomas C. Thomas rent and could help fund a new building. Purchasing and renovating the Two Jacks building would cost about $2.75 million, county Chief Engineer Joe Gibbons told the committee. The county is about $750,000 short because only $2 million from past borrowed bond funding was set aside for a records storage project, he said. Committee Chairman Stephen A. Urban praised Gibbons for negotiating a reduction in the lease for 2012. The monthly rent will decrease from about $8,600 to approximately $6,500. Commissioners are expected to vote on the Thomas C. Thomas lease renewal on Thursday, with an out-clause protecting the county. Several row officers on the committee spoke against the commissioners’ decision last month to create a record archivist position paying $40,000 to $45,000 amidst expected 2012 budget-related layoffs. Commissioners said the position was recommended by the state and will be kept vacant for the new administration. “I won’t be part of a budget decision to create jobs when people are losing theirs,” said county Deputy Treasurer Dominick DePolo, subbing for Treasurer Mike Morreale. Register of Wills Dorothy Stankovic and Prothonotary Carolee Medico Olenginski concurred. The committee also met in closed-door executive session for nearly an hour to discuss a draft forensic audit of past record improvement fund spending. Roughly $1million had been paid to Wayne, Pa.-based LRW Solutions Group, also known as Little Red Wagon. Former county Clerk of Courts Robert Reilly, who pleaded guilty as part of the federal corruption probe, had authorized payments to LRW for records consulting work without consent from fellow record improvement committee members, county officials have said. Reilly has said he didn’t obtain a public vote on all expenditures because other records committee members failed to attend meetings -- a claim that at least two other members deny.

CMYK PAGE 4A

➛

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

A WHEEL NICE CHRISTMAS GIFT

THE TIMES LEADER

www.timesleader.com

3 charged with selling crack

Vasquez’s relative in New York Police say drug was sold in a residence in recent weeks. Police said Alberto Vasquez, City, according to the criminal Plymouth neighborhood with a 27, was selling crack from the complaint. school zone. Police said in the complaint residence, and employed Mat-

AMANDA HRYCYNA/FOR THE TIMES LEADER

atthew Hunlock, 8 1⁄2, of Edwardsville smiles after he walks away with a bike presented to him by The Wyoming Valley Motorcycle Club on Sunday morning during its annual Bikes for Tykes Christmas party. Fifty-five new bicycles were given to area children who have been identified by Catholic Social Services.

POLICE BLOTTER HANOVER TWP. – Police are investigating a two-car crash that occurred at approximately 5 p.m. Sunday in the southbound lanes of state Route 309. One car rolled over and the female driver was transported to Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Plains Township for treatment of her injuries, police said. The roadway was shut down for approximately 35 minutes, police said. No further details were available. WILKES-BARRE – A man was arraigned Monday on

charges he fled the scene after striking a pedestrian at a busy intersection last month. Morris Thomas Capute, 34, of East Washington Street, Nanticoke, was charged with accidents involving death or personal injury, accidents involving death or personal injury while not properly licensed and driving with a suspended license. He was arraigned by Senior District Judge Andrew Barilla in Wilkes-Barre and released on $5,000 unsecured bail. City police allege Capute, driving a 2004 Ford pickup, struck Joseph Giordano, 44, of Wilkes-Barre, at South Pennsylvania Boulevard and South Main Street on Nov. 4, accord-

ing to the criminal complaint. Capute sped away and surrendered at police headquarters on Nov. 5, the complaint says. Police said in the complaint that Capute’s driver’s license was suspended in 1999 due to a driving under the influence arrest. An inspection of the Ford found nothing mechanically wrong with the vehicle, police said. Police said Giordano suffered multiple skull and rib fractures, a broken collar bone and a collapsed lung. He remains in a medical facility in Lackawanna County. A preliminary hearing is scheduled on Dec. 22 in WilkesBarre Central Court.

PLYMOUTH – A soda can fabricated to hide drugs was found inside an East Shawnee Street house where police and agents with the Luzerne County Drug Task Force arrested three people on charges they were selling crack cocaine. Police searched 11 E. Shawnee St. on Sunday when they allegedly found 7.4 grams of crack, a large amount of packaging material and more than $1,100. A large crack rock was found in the soda can, police said. The search warrant was served at the house after police and drug agents coordinated several crack purchases at the HANOVER TWP. – A chainlink fence and wire were discovered damaged Monday on Earth Conservancy property on South Main Street, Preston. HANOVER TWP. – State police Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement reported the following: • Shakers Bar & Grill Inc., 703-705 W. Broad St., Hazleton, was recently cited with selling alcoholic beverages from 2 a.m. and 10 a.m. and permitted patrons to leave with alcohol after 2:30 a.m. • Oak Grove Club, 6 Schuler St., Wilkes-Barre, was recently cited with possessing or operating gambling devices or permitted gambling or lotteries.

that a crack customer gave Vasquez a video game system as collateral until she paid off her debt. Police had the house under surveillance after receiving complaints from neighbors about a high volume of pedestrians entering the residence and quickly leaving. Police said Vasquez was selling crack from the residence since October, the criminal complaint says. In an unrelated case, Vasquez has been free without bail since his arrest by Plymouth police when he was allegedly found carrying crack during a traffic stop on Aug. 20, according to arrest and court records. Preliminary hearings are scheduled on Dec. 21.

GOP continues push on voter ID The Associated Press

HARRISBURG — A Republican-led effort to require Pennsylvanians to show identification before they vote is continuing despite resistance from Democrats who say some people will be denied the right to vote. A Senate State Government Committee on Monday lengthened the list of acceptable photo IDs in a bill the House approved in June. The bill would have required voters to show a government-issued photo ID. It now would allow some expired government IDs, as well as IDs issued by accredited Pennsylvania colleges

and universities and nursing and personal care homes. Current law requires identification only from people voting in a polling place for the first time. Those forms of ID can include a firearms permit, a current utility bill, a bank statement or a paycheck that have a name and address.

ALL JUNK CARS & TRUCKS WANTED

Free Removal. Call Anytime. Highest Price Paid In Cash!

V&G 570-574-1275

707972

By EDWARD LEWIS elewis@timesleader.com

thew David Kimchok, 28, to deliver the drug to customers in the neighborhood that included a school zone, according to charges filed. Vasquez and Kimchok were charged with drug offenses and jailed at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility for lack of $50,000 and $10,000 bail, respectively. Vasquez’s girlfriend, Alyssa Marie McAndrew, 19, was charged with criminal conspiracy and jailed for lack of $5,000 bail. Kimchok was permitted to stay at the residence in exchange for delivering crack and collecting debts on behalf of Vasquez, police allege. McAndrew told police money from selling crack was wired to

FETCH’S

Kielbassi & Meat Market Fetch’s Own No Water Added

SMOKED HAM

Order Yours Today! 180 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming

693-3069 • CALL TODAY! TUES.-SAT., 10am-6pm

Expires 12/31/2011

DA IL Y S P E CIA L

2008 JE E P W RA N GL E R X 4W D

S to ck# 627767, On e Ow n er, Chro m e E d itio n Gro u p , S o ftto p , A/C, ABS , CD, 6 S p eed M a n u a l

S P E CIA L P RICE $

Expires 12/31/2011

19,600

570-288-6459 715 W yom in g A ve.,K in gston w w w .raycoeu ro.com

721747

We Bill Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross, Geisinger, Black Lung & most private insurances if qualiﬁed.

C o nfidentia lO ffers

725729

Coupon valid if ordered by12/31/2011 INSTALLATION INCLUDED WITH PRICE ANYWHERE IN NORTHEASTERN, PA

K ➛

THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 5A

Legislators work at spending bill

B R I E F

Proposed $1 trillion-plus measure would cut military and environmental spending. By ANDREW TAYLOR Associated Press

AP PHOTO

Crowds gather for feast day

WASHINGTON — Weary after a year of partisan bickering, lawmakers tried Monday to wrap up a sprawling $1 trillionplus spending bill that chips away at military and environmental spending but denies conservatives many of the policy changes they wanted on social issues, government regulations and health care. The measure implements this summer’s hard-fought bud-

Pilgrims carry images of the Virgin of Guadalupe into the Basilica of Guadalupe in Mexico City on Monday. Thousands of people from all over the country converge on the basilica bringing images to be blessed on the feast day of the Virgin of Guadalupe.

get pact between President Barack Obama and Republican leaders. That deal essentially freezes agency budgets, on average, at levels for the recently completed budget year that were approved back in April. Drafted behind closed doors, the proposed bill would pay for the war in Afghanistan but give the Pentagon just a 1 percent boost in annual spending, while the Environmental Protection Agency’s budget would be cut by 3.5 percent. The bill also covers everything from money to combat AIDS and famine in Africa, patrolling the U.S.-Mexico border, operations of national parks, and budget increases for

Reid

Boehner

veterans’ health care. Negotiators on the appropriations committees hope to get a final agreement from top leaders like House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, DNev. — and the White House — and officially unveil the measure by late tonight in preparation for House and Senate votes before a midnight deadline on

Friday, when a stopgap funding measure expires. The generally smooth, businesslike negotiations on the omnibus spending bill contrasts with the ongoing partisan brawl over Obama’s demand that Congress extend jobless benefits and a cut in the Social Security payroll tax. The House is slated to vote on a GOP-friendly version of the payroll tax cut today; negotiations with the Democratic-controlled Senate on a compromise measure have yet to begin. The spending measure, meanwhile, is likely to go over like a lead balloon among tea party conservatives, many of

Top court to tackle Arizona’s alien law

A HOLIDAY TRIBUTE TO VETERANS

MOSCOW

Putin will face Nets owner

fter a week of surprising challenges to his authority, Vladimir Putin A faces a new one from one of Russia’s

richest and most glamorous figures: The billionaire owner of the New Jersey Nets says he will run against him in March’s presidential election. The announcement Monday by Mikhail Prokhorov underlines the extent of the discontent with Putin, who has dominated Russian politics for a dozen years — first as president, then as prime minister. It comes on the heels of Saturday’s unprecedented nationwide protests against Putin and his party, United Russia. Tens of thousands of people gathered in the streets to denounce alleged election fraud favoring United Russia in Dec. 4 parliamentary elections.

HELENA, MONT.

Hunting abuses suspected

Montana wildlife regulators suspect more and more people are faking disabilities to take advantage of privileges granted to disabled hunters, so they want to remove one of those perks in hopes of curbing abuse. Permits to hunt from a vehicle, called PTHV permits, are given to Montana hunters with certain disabilities certified by a doctor, chiropractor, nurse or physician’s assistant. The permit allows a disabled person who can’t get around without assistance to hunt from a self-propelled or drawn vehicle. In some prime hunting areas, those permit holders are allowed to drive along roadways normally gated and closed to all other vehicles. BEIRUT

Syrians in general strike

Syrians closed their businesses and kept children home from school Monday as part of a general strike, a powerful show of civil disobedience to pressure President Bashar Assad to end his 9-month-old crackdown on a popular uprising. The open-ended strike takes direct aim at the country’s already ailing economy. It is designed to erode Assad’s main base of support — the new and vibrant merchant classes who have benefited in recent years as the president opened up the economy. If the economy continues to collapse, Assad could find himself with few allies inside the country, where calls are growing by the day for him to step down. The authoritarian president is already struggling under international isolation and suffocating sanctions. WASHINGTON

Texting cited in fatal crash

Federal safety investigators say a 19-year-old driver was texting at the time his pickup truck, two school buses and a tractor-trailer truck collided in a deadly pileup on an interstate highway in Missouri last year. The National Transportation Safety Board released the information Monday. The board is scheduled to meet Tuesday to hear the results of an investigation into the accident near Gray Summit and make safety recommendations. Two people — the pickup driver and a 15-year-old student on one of the buses — were killed and 38 others were injured. Fifty children were on the buses heading to a Six Flags amusement park.

whom believe the August budget and debt compromise didn’t cut enough. Last month, 101 House Republicans opposed a smaller bundle of spending bills. Conservative ire is likely to be magnified once the negotiating outcome regarding dozens of GOP policy “riders” is finalized. Republicans larded the measures with provisions aimed at rolling back Environmental Protection Agency rules. The most controversial riders are sure to be dumped overboard due to opposition from Obama and Democrats controlling the Senate.

Justices will review adding immigration enforcement to local law enforcement duties. By MICHAEL DOYLE McClatchy Newspapers

AP PHOTO

gt. 1st Class Samuel Ethridge of the Alaska Army National Guard salutes Saturday after placing a wreath at a veteran’s burial site at Fort Richardson National Cemetery in Anchorage, Alaska. The Alaska Wing Civil Air Patrol partnered with the Wreaths Across America project to place holiday symbols at the graves of 798 veterans. Wreaths Across America says about 200,000 wreaths will be placed nationwide.

New data show drop in U.S. child abuse cases Child fatalities dropped by 8.5 percent between 2008 and 2010. By DAVID CRARY AP National Writer

NEW YORK — Fears that persisting economic woes would increase child abuse in the U.S. have proved unfounded, according to the latest federal data. A comprehensive new report, to be formally unveiled Wednesday, shows overall abuse and neglect figures declining slightly between 2008 and 2010, and child fatalities dropping by 8.5 percent during that span. “The recession hasn’t had the draconian effect that some feared,” said Ri-

chard Gelles, dean of the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice and an expert on child welfare. “The doom-and-gloom predictions haven’t come true.” The annual report from the Department of Health and Human Services said the estimated number of victimized children dropped from 716,000 in the 2008 fiscal year, when the recession began, to 695,000 in 2010. That’s down from 825,000 in 2006. The rate of abuse — factoring in cases where some children were abused more than once during the year — was 10 per 1,000 children, down from 10.3 in 2008, to reach the lowest level since the current tracking system began in 1990.

The number of fatalities from abuse and neglect has dropped markedly, from an estimated 1,720 in 2008 and 1,750 in 2009 to 1,560 last year. About 80 percent of those killed were 3 or younger. Overall, 78 percent of victims suffered neglect, nearly 18 percent were physically abused and 9.2 percent were sexually abused. The report tallied 63,527 children who were sexually abused in 2010 — a drop from 65,964 in 2009 and down more than 55 percent from the peak of about 150,000 in 1992. The report, formally known as the National Child Abuse and Neglect Data System, is based on input from child protection agencies in every state.

Obama heralds end of Iraq war with a stern warning By JULIE PACE Associated Press

WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama heralded the end of the divisive Iraq war Monday, and warned Iraq’s neighbors that the United States would remain a major player in the region even as it brings its troops home. “Our strong presence in the Middle East endures,” Obama said. “And the United States will never waver in the defense of our allies, our partners and our interests.” Speaking after a morning of meetings with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, Obama said other nations must not interfere with Iraq’s sovereignty. While he stopped short of mentioning any countries by name, U.S. officials are closely watching how neighboring Iran may seek to influence Baghdad after U.S. troops withdraw. Early signs of how Iraq may orient it-

self could come from how it handles troubles in Syria, where the United Nations says 4,000 people have been killed in a government crackdown on protesters. While Obama has called for Syrian President Bashar Assad to step down, Iraq has been more circumspect, with al-Maliki warning of civil war if Assad falls and abstaining from Arab League votes suspending Syria’s membership and imposing sanctions. Those positions align Iraq more closely with Iran, a key Syrian ally. Obama said he and al-Maliki were both deeply concerned by the Syrian government’s assault on its own people. And Obama said he was confident that the Iraqi leader’s approach to dealing with Syria was based on his own nation’s interests. “Even if there are tactical disagreements I have no doubt those decisions are made based on what’s best for Iraq, not considerations of what Iran would like to see,” Obama said.

AP PHOTO

President Obama is accompanied by Iraq’s Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki on Monday at the White House.

Al-Maliki’s trip to Washington came as the last American troops were preparing to leave Iraq ahead of a Dec. 31 deadline.

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court added another election-year blockbuster to its docket Monday, as the justices agreed to review Arizona’s most controversial immigration law. Amid lots of sideline kibitzing, justices said they’d review whether Arizona legislators went too far when they added immigration enforcement to local law enforcement duties. The court’s decision means that the justices will be front and center on at least two politically incendiary issues just as the presidential and congressional campaigns are heating up. The court had agreed previously to hear challenges to the Obama administration’s health care law. Now “add to that a major immigration decision that implicates the federal-state balance of power, and you’ve got one of the most momentous terms in recent court history,” said Elizabeth Wydra, chief counsel of the Constitutional Accountability Center, a progressive advocacy group. The Arizona law requires that officers make a “reasonable attempt” to check the immigration status of individuals whom they’ve stopped and for whom they have “reasonable suspicion” of being in the United States illegally. The law also requires that officers check the immigration status of anyone they arrest before the individual is released. The chief legal question is whether Arizona’s 2010 law infringes on the federal responsibility for handling border security and immigration. “Arizona was acutely aware of the need to respect federal authority over immigration-related matters,” attorney Paul Clement said in an Arizona legal brief, further describing the state law as “cooperative” with federal efforts. A former solicitor general in the George W. Bush administration, Clement also will be one of the chief attorneys arguing next year in the health-care law challenges. The San Francisco-based 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals blocked the Arizona provisions from taking effect.

Look in THE TIMES LEADER for today’s valuable inserts from these advertisers:

Some inserts, at the advertisers’ request, only appear in selected neighborhoods. If you would like to receive an insert that you do not currently receive, please call the advertiser.

728497

I N

CMYK PAGE 6A

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

THE TIMES LEADER

www.timesleader.com

K PAGE 8A

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

E. GLYNN MARTINO, age 85, of the Greenwood section of Moosic, passed away Sunday evening, December 11, 2011, under the care of Community Medical Center’s VNA Hospice Unit. Her beloved husband of 53 years, Felix Martino, died on May 25, 2000. She is survived by three children, Raymond Martino and wife Linda of Brewerton, New York; Faye Matisko and husband George, of Archbald, and Mary Cicale and husband Louie, of Moosic; a sister, Catherine Emilio of Macon; and seven grandchildren, Philip and Paul Martino; Jeremy, Amy and Traci Matisko, and William and Casey Cicale. A Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Divine Mercy Parish Church, 312 Davis St., Scranton. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the church from 9:15 a.m. until Mass time. CAROLANN DENNIS, 72, a resident of the Riverside Rehabilitation Center and formerly of Scranton, died Sunday morning, December 11, 2011, at Hospice Community Care in Dunmore. Born in New Milford, N.J., on April 8, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Ethel Gates Neuner. She was preceded in death by a brother, Frank Neuner Jr. Surviving are siblings, her brother Richard Neuner and wife Patricia, of Emerson, N.J., and her sister, Alma Schaal of North Fort Myers, Fla. Private arrangements are under the care of the Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., Old Forge and West Scranton. Condolences: www.KearneyFuneralHome.com. FRANCES POWALCHICK, 92, a resident of Swoyersville, passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon, December 11, 2011, at her residence. Funeral arrangements are pending and have been entrusted to the care of the Wroblewski Funeral Home, Inc., 1442 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort. A complete obituary will appear in Wednesday’s edition of the newspaper. LEONARD A. CHARNEY, 90, of West Pittston, passed away Monday, December 12, 2011, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Plains Township. Funeral arrangements are pending from Bednarski Funeral Home, 168 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming.

CLYDE E. BEST JR., age 83, a resident of Scranton Health Care Center and formerly of Moosic, passed away Monday morning, December 12, 2011. He is survived by his children, Clyde Peter Best and wife Patricia, of Moosic; Edward Best and wife Keri, of Laflin; Mary Ann Esgro and husband Dominick, of Jessup; and Janet Tibbs and husband Michael, of Moosic; a brother, Joseph Best of Old Forge; five grandchildren; seven greatgrandchildren Funeral services are Wednesday at 8:45 a.m. from the Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., 517 N. Main St., Old Forge, with a 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary’s Church, Queen of the Apostles Parish, 715 Hawthorne St., Avoca. Relatives and friends may pay their respects today from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. ANNE SCHWAB, 68, of Mountain Top, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, December 11, 2011, at her residence. Born in Queens, New York City, she was a daughter of the late Waldemar and Ann (Kuepper) Lefeber. Anne is survived by her son, Jason; daughter, Kim; brothers, George and Paul Lefeber; two grandsons, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, from 6 to 8 p.m. at McCune Funeral Home, 80 S. Mountain Blvd., Mountain Top. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. View obituaries online at mccunefuneralserviceinc.com. JOHN GOLIDA, 67, formerly of Wilkes-Barre, a resident of Gino J Merli Veterans’ Center, Scranton, died Monday, December 12, 2011 at Regional Hospital of Scranton. Funeral arrangements are pending from the Yeosock Funeral Home, 40 S. Main St., Plains Township. JEROME J. JONES, 79, of Wright Township, Mountain Top, passed away at Mountain Top Senior Care. Arrangements are pending from the Desiderio Funeral Home Inc., 436 S. Mountain Blvd., Mountain Top. VINCENT P. PAGLIANETE, of Shavertown and Pine Island, Fla., died unexpectedly Sunday, December 11, 2011, in Florida. Funeral arrangements are pending from the Lehman Family Funeral Service, Inc., 689 Hazle Ave., Wilkes-Barre.

Stephen Lukachik December 12, 2011 Lukachik, 94, of Jackson S tephen Street, Edwardsville, died Mon-

day, December 12, 2011 at Department of Veterans Affairs Community Living Center, Plains Township. Born in Gilberton, he was the son of the late Alexander and Eva Lukachik. He was a life resident of Edwardsville and was a graduate of Edwardsville High School. Steve served in the United States Navy during World War II. He was employed by Stegmaier Brewery, Gibbons Brewery and was co-owner of a Tavern on Grove Street with his brother Mike. He was a member of Holy Trinity R O Church. Steve was preceded in death by his wife, Viola; son, Stephen; brothers, Nicholas, Michael, John; sister, Anna. Surviving are daughter Barbara

and husband Raymond King, Edwardsville; sisters, Mary Piznar and Julia Talpash, Edwardsville, Helen Perez, Colonia, N.J.; brother, Alex Lukachik, Luzerne; daughter-inlaw, Sara Lukachik, Eagle Rock; grandchildren, Karen Mullery and husband Gary, Edwardsville, Raymond King and wife Cheryl, Forty Fort; Stephen Lukachik and wife Patty, Hobbie; Robin Leitzel, Florida; great grandson, Jacob Lukachik, Hobbie. Funeral Service will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday from the Yeosock Funeral Home, 40 S. Main Street, Plains, with Requiem Service at 9:30 a.m. in Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church, WilkesBarre. Interment will be in St. John R.O. Cemetery, Pringle. Friends may call Wednesday, 5 to 7 p.m.

FUNERALS ADAMS – Raymond, Mass of Christian Burial 11:30 a.m. today in the Church of St. Patrick, White Haven. Friends may call 10:30 to 11 a.m. in the Joseph Lehman Funeral Home, Berwick Street, White Haven. ANDREWS – Estelle, Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Ignatius Church, Kingston. Friends may call 9 a.m. until time of service at the church. Memorial service held 2 p.m. Thursday, followed by a celebration of Estelle’s life for her Wesley Village friends in the activities room of the Partridge-Tippett Skilled Nursing Center at Wesley Village, Jenkins Township. BURCICKI – Michael, funeral 9 a.m. today in the Simon S. Russin Funeral Home 136 Maffett St., Plains Township. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Ss.Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Plains Township. DURKIN – Thomas, funeral with Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. today in Queen of the Apostles Church, 715 Hawthorne St., Avoca. There will be no procession from the funeral home to the church. Family and friends are asked to go directly to the church. HADDLE – J. William, funeral noon today in The Richard H. Disque Funeral Home Inc., 2940 Memorial Highway, Dallas. Friends may call 10:30 a.m. until time of service. JOHNSON – Warren, memorial service 1 p.m. Dec. 31, in the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 813 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. KOPCZA – Edgar, Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in the Holy Mother of Sorrows

Polish National Catholic Church of Dupont. Friends may call 9 a.m. until the time of service in the church. MACKIEWICZ – Gertrude, funeral 9:30 a.m. today in the S. J. Grontkowski Funeral Home, 530 W. Main St., Plymouth. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in All Saints Parish, Plymouth. MASLOWSKI – Richard, funeral 10:15 a.m. Wednesday in the Davis-Dinelli Funeral Home, 170 E. Broad St., Nanticoke. Divine Liturgy in Holy Transfiguration Church, 240 Center St., Hanover section of Nanticoke. Friends may call 5 to 7 p.m. today at the funeral home with Panachyda at 6 p.m. MORRIS – Stanley, funeral 9:30 a.m. today in the Andrew Strish Funeral Home, 11 Wilson St., Larksville. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church, Larksville. Friends may call 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. OWENS – Carol Lee, memorial service 2 p.m. Saturday in the Harding-Litwin Funeral Home, 123 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. POWELL – Edward, funeral 1:30 p.m. today in the Hugh B. Hughes & Son Inc. Funeral Home, 1044 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort. SILVERI – Raymond Jr., funeral 11 a.m. Wednesday in the HowellLussi Funeral Home, 509 Wyoming Ave., West Pittston. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. Wyoming Lodge 468 will conduct masonic services at 7 p.m. STEADELE – Roberta, funeral noon today in Maple Hill Cemetery, Hanover Township. Friends are asked to go directly to Maple Hill Cemetery Chapel.

➛

Frances R. Sireno December 12, 2011 R. Sireno, 87, of East LibF rances erty Street, Newtown Section of

Hanover Township, passed away on Monday, December 12, 2011, at the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. She was born in Hanover Township on January 20,1924, a daughter of the late Daniel and Lucia Gaglardi Gigliotti. She attended Hanover Township High School. Frances was a member of St. Andrew’s Parish, Wilkes-Barre, and a longtime member of Holy Rosary Church, Park Avenue, Wilkes-Barre. Prior to her retirement, she was employed for many years in the local shoe industry and in the local garment industry. She was a member of the International Ladies Garment Workers Union. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard P. Sireno, in1996. She was also preceded in death by an infant daughter, Donna Marie Sireno; sister Marie Baratta and brother Frank Gigliotti. Surviving are daughter Lucille (Lucy) Sireno, Plains; grandson Thomas Shubilla, Plains; nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday at 9 a.m. from the Nat &

Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 9:30 a.m. in St. Andrew’s Parish, 316 Parrish Street, Wilkes-Barre. Entombment will be in St. Mary’s Mausoleum, Hanover Township. Friends may call on Wednesday 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude Tribute Program at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Department 142, Memphis, TN 38148. Online condolences may be made at www.natandgawlasfuneralhome.com.

December 12, 2011 L. (Gigliello) Alba, 88, M ary passed away after a brief illness

Michael Alba; great-granddaughter, Lucy Martin. Funeral Services are entrusted to Graziano Funeral Home Inc., Pittston Township. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 from 5 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will begin at the funeral home at 9 a.m. on Thursday December 15, 2011. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held from St. Joseph Morello Parish at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel R.C. Church in Pittston at 9:30 a.m. Father Paul McDonnell, O.S.J., will officiate. Interment will follow at St. Rocco’s Cemetery, Pittston Township.

Gilbert William Griffiths December 6, 2011 William Griffiths, of FerG ilbert nandina Beach, Fla., formerly of

Wilkes-Barre, died on December 6, 2011 after a lengthy illness. His wife, Lucinda Hurley Griffiths, preceded him in death. Born in Dickson City, son of the late William and Margaret Kadar Griffiths, he was educated in Dickson City and Wilkes-Barre schools and graduated from Meyers High School in 1950. He was a United States Marine Corps veteran and attended Wilkes College before moving to Washington, D.C. Gil served as a member of the Metropolitan Police Department, Washington, D.C., and retired from the United States Secret Service. His last duty station was the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC), Glynco, Georgia, where

OBITUARY POLICY The Times Leader publishes free obituaries, which have a 27-line limit, and paid obituaries, which can run with a photograph. A funeral home representative can call the obituary desk at (570) 829-7224, send a fax to (570) 829-5537 or e-mail to tlobits@timesleader.com. If you fax or email, please call to confirm. Obituaries must be submitted by 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Obituaries must be sent by a funeral home or crematory, or must name who is handling arrangements, with address and phone number. We discourage handwritten notices; they incur a $15 typing fee.

www.timesleader.com

Greed allegations fly among GOP Mitt Romney and Newt Gingrich trade accusations before Iowa caucuses.

Mary L. (Gigliello) Alba

on Monday, Dec. 12, 2011. She was a lifelong resident of Yatesville and was born March 7, 1923, a daughter of the late Anna (Serino) Gigliello and the late Anthony Gigliello. She enjoyed being a homemaker and caretaker of her children and grandchildren, and most recently spending time with her new greatgranddaughter. She was a member of the Altar and Rosary Society at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel R.C. Church. She was the wife of the late Michael Alba. She was preceded in death by brothers Peter Gigliello and Daniel Gigliello; sisters Angeline and husband Leonard Petrillo; Grace and husband Robert Klush; sister-in-law Mary Gigliello; son-in-law Anthony Walsh Surviving are daughter, Ann Walsh; son, Sal, and wife Florine Alba; brothers Dominick and wife Arlene Gigliello; Patrick and wife Sara Gigliello; Ralph Gigliello; sisters Felicia Gigliello and Rosemary Aldrich; granddaughters, Megan and husband Jeff Martin; Erin and husband Greg Cherkauskas; grandson,

THE TIMES LEADER

he was a member of the faculty. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the American University, Washington, D.C., and a Juris Doctor from the John Marshall School of Law, Atlanta, Ga. Also preceding him in death were sisters, Dorothy Louryk, of Dickson City, and Shirley O’Connor, of Warwick, Rhode Island. He is survived by his daughter, Mary Christine Griffiths, Fernandina Beach; a niece and nephews, a grandniece, grandnephews and cousins. Funeral arrangements are by the Oxley-Heard Funeral Home, Fernandina Beach, with a memorial service to be conducted at a later date.

By KASIE HUNT AND STEVE PEOPLES Associated Press

MANCHESTER, N.H. — Trading accusations of greed, Mitt Romney and Newt Gingrich challenged each other Monday to return millions made in private business as the race for the GOP presidential nomination turned increasingly acerbic and personal at the start of a three-week sprint to the Iowa caucuses. Far from Iowa, the two men campaigned miles apart from each other in next-up New Hampshire, where Romney has long dominated in polls but where Gingrich is aggressively working to make inroads. Romney called on Gingrich to return the estimated $1.6 million he received for providing strategic advice to Freddie Mac, the quasi-government agency that guarantees home mortgages. Gingrich has said he acted as a historian, not a lobbyist. “That would make him the highest paid historian in history,” Romney told Fox News Channel during an interview from the Chez Vachon diner, a regular New Hampshire stop for presidential candidates. He suggested that Gingrich was an ultimate insider who leveraged his position as a former House speaker to line his pockets when he left office. Said Romney: “One of the things that I think people recognize in Washington is that people go there to serve the people and then they stay there to serve themselves.” Gingrich, campaigning in nearby Londonderry, countered quickly, saying that Romney should give back the millions he made working at Bain Capital, a venture capital firm that sometimes laid people off as part of its efforts to make businesses more efficient. “If Governor Romney would give back all the money he’s earned from bankrupting companies and laying off employees over the years at Bain, then I would be glad to listen to him,” Gingrich said. “But I bet you $10 — not $10,000 — that he won’t take the offer.” That was a dig at Romney’s offer of a $10,000 wager with Rick Perry at Saturday night’s debate. Unbowed, Romney chided Gingrich anew, saying: “There’s a big difference between working in the private economy and working on K Street, and working as a lobbyist and working as a legislator, and working to connect businesses with government.” Romney’s campaign also pressed the notion of Gingrich as a Washington insider, with news releases labeling him an “unreliable leader” and pictured with House Demo-

AP PHOTO

Republican presidential candidate former House Speaker Newt Gingrich.

AP PHOTO

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney.

cratic Leader Nancy Pelosi. Romney’s stepped-up his criticism of Gingrich came two days after the new front-runner in the GOP nomination fight held his own during a nationally televised debate, turning aside attacks from Romney and other rivals. In recent weeks, Gingrich has risen to the top of polls nationally and in early voting states. He’s even started to eat into Romney’s lead in New Hampshire, a must-win state for the former Massachusetts governor. Time is running short for Romney to curb Gingrich’s rise, with the Jan. 3 caucuses in Iowa, and the Jan. 10 New Hampshire primary coming early next month. Romney has been promising a more aggressive campaign style. “We aren’t running any negative ads ... but we may,” Romney said Monday. “This is, after all, politics. There’s no whining in politics.” Romney’s allies already are running a negative ad campaign in Iowa assailing Gingrich’s record in Washington. Also piling on is Texas Rep. Ron Paul, who has surged into the top three in Iowa polls. Paul on Monday released a Web ad accusing Gingrich of “selling access” in Washington and including a clip of Gingrich calling himself an insider. Seeking to repair vulnerabilities, Gingrich spent part of the day working to alleviate concerns about some of his personal baggage that could hurt him with social conservatives who make up the base of the GOP primary electorate. He sent a letter to the Family Leader, a key group in Iowa, pledging that he would stay faithful to his wife.

Bankrupt N.Y. dental chain sells its equipment By CAROLYN THOMPSON Associated Press

BUFFALO, N.Y. — A bankrupt New York-based dental chain that abruptly closed offices in 13 states last year has sold off virtually all of its equipment to pay creditors, executives said at a bankruptcy meeting Monday. Some equipment remains in a Greensburg, Pa., office because the landlord has denied access to the building, Allcare Dental Management’s chief executive officer, David Pennington, and its president, Dr. Robert Bates, said. Patient files have been transferred to other dental practices, except for a box full of charts from one office whose location is unclear, the executives said. Buffalo-based Allcare Dental Management Inc. and 14 related

Funeral Lunches starting at $ 7.95 Memorial Highway, Dallas www.omarscastleinn.com • 675-0804

companies filed for Chapter 7 liquidation last month in U.S. Bankruptcy Court, nearly a year after running out of money. Without warning patients, the company closed more than three dozen offices in New York, Illinois, Iowa, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, West Virginia and Wisconsin. The closing prompted lawsuits by patients who said they’d prepaid for services they never received, as well as investigations by attorneys general in New Hampshire, Indiana and elsewhere. The bankruptcy filing listed no

assets and $3.6 million in liabilities. Court filings show HSBC Bank is the largest creditor, owed $1.7 million on a secured loan. Velocity Network Inc. of Erie, Pa., which provided Internet services, has a $1.3 million judgment against the business after suing Allcare in Erie County, Pa., in January for unpaid services. Smaller creditors include several former landlords. In Loving Memory of

ROBERT VOITEK 1/10/44 to 12/13/10

G en etti’s

A fterFu nera lLu ncheons Sta rting a t$7.95 p erp erson

H otelBerea vem entR a tes

825.6477

We hold you in our hearts every day

Deeply loved and sadly missed. Love Patsy, your Children, Grandchildren & Family

CMYK ➛

THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

Proposed Nanticoke budget has tax hike Proposed $4.3 million 2012 plan less than 2011’s; audit shows grant money lost. By STEVEN FONDO Times Leader Correspondent

NANTICOKE -- City Council voted unanimously Monday at a specially scheduled makeup session to approve the first reading of a proposed 2012 budget that at $4.3 million is $29,000 less than 2011 but still includes a tax increase. According to city officials, the new budget features a .35 mill increase for a total of 3.0575 mills. A mill is a $1 tax for every $1,000 in assessed property value. The tax increase represents about a $17.50 per year hike on a home assessed at $50,000. Officials said an audit revealed the city was losing some grant money. Copies of the proposed bud-

get will be available at City Hall starting today. A second and final vote on the budget will take place at the next council meeting, set for Dec. 31. Also, the council passed an ordinance that will exonerate all active military personnel from the city’s per capita tax. In another matter, resident Theresa Sowa called for the immediate resignation of Councilwoman Margaret Haydock over Haydock’s persistent absence from scheduled council meetings. “She’s a nice woman,” said Sowa. “But she’s a poor politician.” Mayor Joe Dougherty addressed the fact that several recent council meetings have actually been canceled due to the persistent absence of several members. Dougherty, whose term is up on Dec. 31, was unable to offer an explanation for the absences of the council members.

Wright Twp. appoints Centax Associates as tax collector By STEVEN FONDO Times Leader Correspondent

WRIGHT TWP. -- Township supervisors voted unanimously on Monday to appoint Centax Associates of Bridgeville, Pa., to serve as township tax collector for 2012. Centax’s appointment will authorize the firm to collect right to work and local per cap-

ita taxes on behalf of the township. In other business, the supervisors voted to appoint Amanda Smith to the township’s planning board with a term to expire in 2014. Financial reports were accepted without comment and bills for the month of December were approved for payment.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 9A

Jury picked in W. Hazleton homicide

Izel Walter Garrett, 19, and Isiah Jesse Garrett, 22, charged in 2010 shooting. By SHEENA DELAZIO sdelazio@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – A Luzerne County jury was chosen Monday to hear the homicide trial of two Mechanicsburg brothers charged with shooting and killing a Hazleton man in December 2010. A jury of 10 men and four women, including two alternates, was chosen to hear the case of Izel Walter Garrett, 19, and his brother, Isiah Jesse Garrett, 22, charged with shooting 30-year-old Abdul

Shabazz inside a West Hazleton apartment in a drug deal that went bad. Attorneys presented their opening arguments Monday. Testimony will begin this morning, Judge Tina Polachek Gartley said. A third man scheduled to stand trial in the killing, Tyrek Smith, 25, of Harrisburg, pleaded guilty Dec. 5 to a related robbery charge. Smith, who was represented by Royce Morris of Harrisburg, faces a maximum of 20 years in prison when he is sentenced on Feb. 23. Smith is a “self-admitted liar” and has changed his story to investigators a number of times, Robert Mozenter, an attorney for Isiah

Man denies inappropriate contact with child Albert Chase, 33, testifies he never had sex with woman when she was a young girl. By SHEENA DELAZIO sdelazio@timesleader.com

WILKES-BARRE – Albert Chase testified Monday morning he never had an inappropriate relationship with a now-22-year-old woman when she was a child. He never touched her, he never forced her to have sexual intercourse and he never hit her. “Never, in any way,” Chase, 33, of Pittston, said Monday in response to the allegations. A Luzerne County jury of nine men and four women was chosen last week to hear Chases’ case.

Attorneys are expected to present their closing arguments this morning before they are instructed on the law and sent to deliberate Chase’s fate. He faces four counts of involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, two counts of rape, two counts of aggravated indecent assault and one count of terroristic threats. Chase testified for several hours Monday, denying allegations against him and explaining the relationship that did exist between the two. The woman, who was between the ages of 8 and 15 when the alleged incidents occurred, is known to Chase. She testified last week that the abuse continued for seven years and that Chase at first touched her inappropriately, but the con-

Irish IIr r Imports & Flower Shop

www.simonco.com

We Now Have Online Ordering

Sweaters, Capes, Jewelry, Crystal, Novelty Items and More

The Perfect Holiday Gift f Can Be Found Jewelers Att Rainb A Rainbow w Jewe Je

HOLIDAY CATERING PACKAGE Perfect for ofﬁce or home! $ .99 pp+tax

Sample Menu: Chicken Scampi, Balsamic Glazed Pork Loin, Penne w/ Vodka Sauce, Vegetable Blend, Rolls & Butter * Pickup Only * Minimum 10 People

Reserve Your Holiday Party! In Our Beautiful The

Gallery Pierce Plaza

Full Bar Packages, Call For Details

Free Christmas Concert In The Gallery • Fri., Dec. 16 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Live Music From Dr. Z and Hal (Free Refreshments)

517 Pierce St., Kingston

283-3354

Buy 5 - $20 GIFT CERTIFICATES and receive a $20 GIFT CERTIFICATE FREE!

Allegheny Furniture Showroom

They’ll Only Think You Spent a Fortune... Reconditioned Quality Furniture at Affordable Prices

Unique Pieces From Antique to Modern

Wednesday 5pm - 8pm Saturday 12pm - 5pm Sunday 10am - 3pm and by appointment any day of the week

Delivery Available Offering Layaway

310 Allegheny Street, White Haven

570.956.1174 570.443.8769 Located in “That Corner Mall”

Gift Certificates Available From stocking Stuffers Elegant uffers To E Elegan legant amond am mond Jewe Jewels ls Diamond

He never restricted the woman from wearing certain clothing, Chase testified, nor did he prevent her from engaging in afterschool or extracurricular activities. “Is that even remotely true?” Chase’s attorney, Nanda Palissery, asked his client. “None of it is,” Chase replied. The woman testified Monday she had knowledge Chase has only one testicle because she had seen the deformity, while Chase testified he had had seven surgeries to construct an artificial testicle and that his genital area is marked by a large scar. Chase said he believed the majority of the people Assistant District Attorney Jenny Roberts called to testify were lying.

tact progressed to almost-daily sex. The woman testified she didn’t tell anyone until she was about 15 years old because she didn’t know if the actions were right or wrong and because Chase told her he loved her and would “do anything” for her. Chase said on the stand Monday he may have purchased a number of gifts for the woman, but that they were for her birthday or holidays, and that she called him for help in emergencies after the alleged abuse stopped. Chase testified he denied the allegations to his father and the woman’s father in a confrontation just a week before he was arrested in September 2009.

5570-823-9217 570 57 0 82 823 23 92 921177

Stop By For All Your Holiday Shopping

636 Market St. Kingston, PA 718-1268

Assistant District Attorney Frank McCabe said in his opening statement that the two brothers are responsible for the shooting death of Shabazz. McCabe said Izel Garrett fired the .38-caliber handgun that killed Shabazz. McCabe said that in his guilty plea, Smith said he was present in an apartment the Garretts’ father lived in when Shabazz came to sell them marijuana. McCabe said Smith led Shabazz into the home and the Garrett brothers presented Shabazz with counterfeit money. Izel fired a handgun, Smith told investigators, and Shabazz fled and was found bleeding on a sidewalk.

Garrett, said. “He got a sweetheart deal,” Mozenter said of a guilty plea to a robbery charge. “If he’s guilty of robbery, then he’s guilty of second-degree murder.” Mozenter said the evidence prosecutors intend to introduce is based on “the credibility of a lie” and the Garrett brothers’ father is the one who provided them with counterfeit money that led to the alleged shooting. Smith, said Brian Corcoran, an attorney for Izel Garrett, gave investigators at least five different accounts of what happened the night of the shooting, and there is no forensic evidence that links his client to the crime.

Gem Stone Jewelry

EGL GIA Certiﬁed Diamonds

Sterling Reﬂection Beads

Sterling Silver Jewelry

Now Open 7 Days

Now Carrying Bon Bracelets

SERVICE SPECIALS TIRE ROTATION.................................... $9.95 LUBE - OIL - FILTER CHANGE ............ $19.95 PA. EMISSIONS TEST ......................... $25.95 HANDWASH & WAX........................... $34.95 *Oil Change good up to 5 quarts. Some restrictions and/or exclusions may apply. PRESENT COUPON AT TIME OF SERVICE

WE SERVICE MOST MAKES & MODELS

www.rainbowjewelers.net

339 HIGHWAY 315 • PITTSTON, PA

655-4575 • 1-800-223-1111 WWW.KENPOLLOCKSUZUKI.COM

287-6257

You CAN Make a Difference

Coupon Offer Expires 12-31-11

www.PierceStreetDeli.com

Now Thru Jan. 31st Drop off A Can at the

Bucci Laser Vision

location nearest you - all donations will beneﬁt the Catholic Social Services in your town.

www.BucciVision.com

MUNDY STREET • DOWNTOWN • GATEWAY • 829-3603

1-877-DR-BUCCI

CMYK PAGE 10A

➛

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

THE TIMES LEADER

www.timesleader.com

Exeter resolution aimed at saving parking spaces Residents oppose changes on Wyoming Avenue to accommodate Walmart.

sometime in 2013, the parking spaces in the borough’s business district will not be affected. This notion was the essence of a resolution passed by BorBy B. GARRET ROGAN ough Council during a special Times Leader Correspondent meeting on Monday night. DurEXETER -- When the Wyom- ing the council’s regular meeting Avenue Walmart opens ing last week, rumors were fly-

ing to the contrary. Several residents had caught wind of a traffic impact study performed by Walmart engineers that seemed to suggest that as many as 20 parking spaces could be eliminated to make room for Walmart-friendly turning lanes on Wyoming Avenue.

Resident after resident on Monday spoke out against plans to reduce parking spaces, citing everything from pedestrian safety to diminishing home values. After the public comment, Walmart attorney Neil Sklaroff stood up and surprised many by stating that Walmart also op-

W. Nanticoke, W. Pittston churches challenged By STEVE MOCARSKY smocarsky@timesleader.com

One of two churches that sustained major damage to their sanctuaries in the flood of Sept. 9 likely will close, while the congregation of the other is still assessing its options. When contacted about The Times Leader’s Giving Guide, Beverly Vietz, secretary/treasurer of Calvary United Methodist Church in West Nanticoke , said

CHURCH Continued from Page 1A

money covered only replacement of the floor and walls and some kitchen cabinets, Parks said. First Presbyterian Church is one of five nonprofit organizations being featured in this year’s Times Leader Giving Guide. These organizations rely on grants and donations and face possible cuts in services due to the trying economic times. Readers are encouraged to learn about the organizations and their needs and consider remembering the organization or organizations of their choice with a donation during this holiday season. Roseann McLaughlin, clerk of session for the 147-year-old church, said the elderly and shutins comprise much of the church’s approximate 75- to 100member congregation, so any help from the public towards restoration of the hall would be an enormous help. The community has been supportive, Parks said. Parks said he has heard well wishes from several people in the community. And

barring a miracle, the congregation likely will merge with the congregation of Askam United Methodist Church in Hanover Township. “It would cost close to $200,000 to rebuild and we only had (flood insurance) coverage of $50,000,” Vietz said. The water climbed to more than 2 feet high in the sanctuary and, in addition to the church proper, claimed the church hall, including two convection ovens and three refrigerators. “We would love to come back. We’re going on120 years as a congregation. The church has gone through fires and floods and always came back,” Vietz said, not-

ing that the congregation was buoyed by assistance from United Methodist churches in Moscow, Kingston, Lehman Township, Mountain Top, Askam and a few others she couldn’t recall, as well as area fire companies. “But the river is so unpredictable. I fear West Nanticoke is going to be a ghost town,” Vietz said. “We’re still discussing it, but we’re leaning towards merging.” The Rev. James Thyren, pastor of First Presbyterian Church in West Pittston, said his congregation would be “looking at seven figures” to do all the repairs necessary to restore the Exeter Avenue house of worship.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN WISH LIST • Kitchen restoration/painting/ flooring: $1,500 • Organ blower and motor: $7,658 • Carpeting for Fellowship Hall: $5,000 • Heating furnace unit refurbishing and baseboard heat for Fellowship Hall: $4,500 • Air-conditioning unit: $2,500 • Table for downstairs worship: $500 • 13 8-foot tables and 80 chairs: $120 per table and $70 per chair

• Stove: $650 • Refrigerator/freezer (double door): $1,500 • Dehumidifier: $180 • Two metal storage racks/shelving: $100 per rack • Five roasters: $40 per roaster • Meat Slicer: $50 • Kitchen equipment including utensils, pots/pans, dishes, carafes, bowls, cups, etc.: $1,500 Estimated total cost of items: $33,098

he said the fire company helped by cleaning mud off of the exterior of the building after the flood waters receded. Volunteers painted the walls after new wallboard was put up. Someone offered to donate a piano for the hall after it is restored. But there is still much to be done and much that is needed, Parks said. Parks said appliances and furniture were not removed from the building before the flood because a river crest of only 38 feet was expected, and the church had not seen flood damage since the flooding caused by Tropical Storm Agnes in 1972. And then, the water only came up about a foot above the floor,

McLaughlin said. Parks said he doesn’t expect everything to return to normal for the congregation by Christmas, even if the church receives everything on its wish list by then. “They already told us they couldn’t do anything with the organ (blower and motor) until next year,” Parks said. But he and McLaughlin are hoping to reopen the hall and have music again for services by Easter. McLaughlin said the church has a tradition of serving an Easter breakfast for the congregation. The church is so small it can’t afford to pay a full-time pastor, McLaughlin said. Parks, a retired teacher at

“About 85 percent of our building was inundated with water. We had to completely gut the basement, the kitchen, dining room, pastor’s study, church office. All the walls had to be taken down in the sanctuary from the window sills to the floor. We figure there was $258,000 in contents that were ruined,” he said. Thyren said the congregation still has to decide if rebuilding the church or possibly purchasing and moving into a new building would be a better choice. Until a plan is formed, Thyren said he couldn’t begin to form a list of what the church’s needs might be.

THE TIMES LEADER 2 0 11 G I V I N G G U I D E The First Presbyterian Church, Shickshinny is one of five agencies and nonprofit organizations affected by the flooding in September that will be featured in this year’s Giving Guide. Donations can be sent to: 55 W. Butler St. Shickshinny, PA 18655 Attn: Roseann Checks payable to First Presbyterian Church, Shickshinny. When donations are made, please note “TL Giving Guide” in your letter or on the memo line of the check.

Wyoming Valley West, assists with weekend services to help the congregation, McLaughlin said.

but refuses to accept any plans to modify the Penn and Lincoln intersections with Wyoming Avenue. The borough also requires that a lane be added to the northbound side of Wyoming Avenue that allows for a left turn only onto Schooley Avenue. Exeter also wants left-turn lanes to be added at the intersection of First Street and Wyoming Avenue. Finally, Exeter will require the traffic study to include traffic light optimization for the Wyoming Avenue intersections with Erie, Penn, Lincoln and Schooley Avenues and First Street. Councilman Michael Pizano described a key concern that was shared by borough officials and residents alike. They are worried that future traffic levels might grow so much that adjustments will have to be made that will not be paid for by Walmart. Ash concurred with Walmart officials who believed that this was unlikely. The resolution to accept the traffic study with certain restrictions passed unanimously. Walmart will now take the resolution and a revised study to PennDOT as it seeks to gain a state Highway Occupancy Permit.

WILLIAMS

about $135 million has already been spent on the project, and $10 million was spent on the Northmoreland Township site. Residents had questions about storm water management, effects on nearby wetlands, site management, site safety and mud and debris on roads.. Engineering consultant Mick Goodwin said it is ultimately Williams’ responsibility to solve runoff issues, but storm water facilities have not been constructed yet. He said there have also been complaints from the state Department of Environmental Protection about this issue.

Continued from Page 3A

Springville Gathering Line, which is set to be completed this month, taps into the Transco line in order to send gas flowing from wells in Susquehanna County to market. Gallagher said Transco, which is owned by two parent companies that also own Williams, is labeled as a public utility. Gallagher said the facility would also be an accessory to the current pipeline. Bradford said

Adults & Juniors 6 Week Sessions Start Jan 9th

Individual Lessons Available

Limited Spots

Call 570-829-2661 Mike Balutanski

ODYSSEY FITNESS

725920

Calvary United Methodist, First Presbyterian facing decisions after flooding.

poses any traffic adjustments that would reduce Exeter business district parking spaces. Casey Mooney, a traffic engineer associated with Walmart, said that after the retailer performed its original traffic study, officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation noted that they would like Walmart to present Exeter officials with options that showed possible modifications to Wyoming Avenue. Borough Engineer Harold Ash also reviewed the traffic study and made his own comments. Ash and Moore both stopped short of referring to PennDOT’s notes as recommendations, but Moore prepared illustrations to indicate what Wyoming Avenue might look like under scenarios in which turning lanes were added at several intersections. Moore’s scenarios featured variations in which as few as six or as many as 20 spaces could be eliminated, but consistently maintained the stance that the street would be fine if left as is. After nearly two hours of public questions fielded by Moore, the council entered executive session. When it re-emerged, zoning solicitor Ray Hassey was prepared to read a resolution. Exeter will accept the bulk of Walmart’s traffic impact study

401 Coal St., Wilkes-Barre 570-829-2661 • info@odysseyﬁtnesscenter.com

CMYK ➛

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 11A

Investigation alleges university officials allowed Sandusky access to campus despite allegedly knowing of pattern of sexual abuse of children

AP probe places blame on PSU, culture By BRETT J. BLACKLEDGE, JEFF DONN and MICHAEL RUBINKAM Associated Press

STATE COLLEGE — The warning signs were there for more than a decade, disturbing indicators that Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky was breaching boundaries with young boys — or maybe worse. Yet the university’s top administrators kept allowing Sandusky to invite some of those boys into campus sports buildings — locker rooms, showers, a sauna and a swimming pool — where prosecutors now say he fondled, molested and sexually assaulted some.. Too many, from the university president to janitors, knew of troubling behavior by this revered, longtime coach who founded a charity for children with hardscrabble backgrounds. But the circle of knowledge was kept very limited and very private. Year after year, Penn State missed opportunity after opportunity to stop Sandusky. Secrecy ruled, and reaction to complaints of improper sexual behavior was to remain silent, minimize or explain away. The fact that so few say they knew is all anyone needs to know about the insular culture that surrounds Penn State — a university cloaked in so much secrecy, in large part, because it is exempt from the state’s open records law, and a football program that has prided itself on handling its indiscretions internally and quietly. Prosecutors say the only thing that stopped Sandusky, who retired a year after a 1998 allegation was not prosecuted, was when he was accused elsewhere, a decade later, of sexually abusing a freshman at a local high school where Sandusky had volunteered to help coach the football team. Today, Sandusky is charged with more than 50 counts related to sexual abuse over a 12year period. According to the criminal charges, when he wasn’t acting out his compulsions on the campus of Penn State, he was doing so mostly in a basement bedroom of his home. And while the official allegations, so far, target only three people — Sandusky, along with the school’s athletic director and a since-retired senior vice president, who are both charged with perjury and failure to report a 2002 sexual abuse complaint — an investigation by The Associated Press suggests that blame also rests on Penn State as an institution and the entrenched traditions of now-fired head football coach Joe Paterno. The AP investigation included scores of interviews and a review of the limited number of available documents.

the boy walking down a long hallway. “Sandusky took the boy’s hand, and the two of them walked out hand in hand.” At that moment, Calhoun approached Petrosky in tears. Shaking and distraught, he said, “I just witnessed something in there I’ll never forget.” He said he had seen Sandusky performing oral sex on the child, according to the grand jury report. According to the grand jury, Calhoun’s immediate supervisor then gave him the name of a higher-up that he could contact — “if he chose to report it.” But no report was ever made, prosecutors say, adding that Calhoun now suffers from dementia, and was unable to testify.

ATTACK ALLEGED About 9:30 p.m. on March 1, 2002, the Friday before spring AP FILE PHOTO break, Sandusky was discovered Former Penn State defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky, center, is escorted on Nov. 5 into the by graduate assistant Mike office of Centre County District Judge Leslie A. Dutchcot, in State College. McQueary raping a naked boy who had his hands pressed Such privileges are ostensibly against the shower wall, the relation to a 2002 sexual abuse more comprehensive criminal investigation. complaint against Sandusky. In rewards for good work — but grand jury alleges. Those two investigations also grand jury testimony, Schultz are sometimes used as sweetPaterno, Curley, Schultz and would represent the university’s said he was aware of the 1998 eners to encourage someone to university President Graham first known missed opportunity. complaint investigated by his leave quietly. Spanier each learned of the The woman’s son would police department but never The perks granted were exincident, but the grand jury become known as Victim 6 in asked to see the report. traordinary in some ways. Sand- concluded they told no one the state’s current criminal case Sandusky’s lawyer, Joe Amen- usky was promoted to assistant except the head of Sandusky’s against Sandusky. Prosecutors dola, sees the extensive 1998 professor of intercollegiate charity. Not the police, alsay he lathered up the boy, investigation as vindication of athletics in 1975, in the days though Schultz oversaw the bear-hugged him naked from his client. when coaches also were teachUniversity Police as part of his behind and picked him up and ers. However, he remained in position . Not child welfare put his head under the shower. EARLY DEPARTURE that lower rank throughout his officials. Not even the universiDetectives say that later, with In his 2000 memoir, titled career, never becoming a tenty’s lawyer. police secretly listening in, “Touched,” Sandusky, now 67, ured associate professor. The grand jury cited this Sandusky told the boy’s mother breathes no word of the 1998 Under university policy, asallegation in charging Schultz the joint shower had been a investigation. But he does acsistant professors are not norand Curley with lying under mistake, and blurted: “I wish I knowledge that in the months mally eligible for emeritus oath — about what McQueary were dead.” that followed, “I came to the status, a special honor for “mer- told them, and with failing to When county officials heard realization that I was not desitorious service” that is often report the incident to police or Sandusky’s name, they decided tined to become head football accompanied by an office, park- child welfare officials. Paterno quickly to kick the case up to coach at Penn State.” And so he ing and other benefits. In fact, has not been charged, though state child welfare investigators. retired. Penn State records show, the the disclosure that he had been Of course they knew Sandusky Many in the athletic commu- honor was rarely given to assoas a prominent Penn State told of the allegation set off a nity were stunned that this ciate professors, who rank high- firestorm, which led to his defensive coach, and they also admired assistant, who had er than assistants. knew that his charity, The Secdismissal. Spanier has not been long openly wished for a head The university president ond Mile, had a contract with charged but has been forced out coaching job and interviewed could make exceptions. Howevthe county that paid $47 each of office. elsewhere, would just up and er, they have been rare. Robert day per child to provide foster FAILURE TO ACT retire at 55. Secor, a retired vice provost care. The grand jury testimony It made no sense. In 1998, who dealt with emeritus deci“I think his affiliation with about the aftermath of McQueSandusky’s bruising defense sions, said the university tries The Second Mile program ary’s visit to the locker room was ranked 12th nationally. not to set such precedents. precluded the county from that Friday night back in 2002 Some local news reports at And when Sandusky retired, doing it,” said Jerry Lauro, the paints a disquieting picture of the time cited an unexplained he was designated as a volunstate Department of Public how an allegation of rape gradurift between Paterno and Sand- teer to the campus outreach Welfare investigator who hanusky. ally came to be described as programs — the umbrella for dled the complaint. Penn State took the public “horsing around.” The chronolthe school’s summer football Together, Lauro and Ronald position that Sandusky was ogy of the parsing suggests Schreffler, the lead detective camps where Sandusky could retiring to devote more time to volumes about the Penn State from the university police, continue teaching gridiron his charity for troubled chilculture. interviewed Sandusky about his skills to children. dren. Paterno’s wife Sue told McQueary testified that he shower with the 11-year-old. the AP in a phone interview last THE CULTURE told Paterno the next day, alThe grand jury report says week that by then, “Jerry was though Paterno said in a Nov. 6 Sandusky promised he would In retirement, Penn State more Second Mile than he was statement that McQueary “at never shower with boys again. football continued to play a big coach.” no time related to me the very Lauro eventually found no role in Sandusky’s life; he just Amendola, Sandusky’s lawspecific actions contained in the indication of abuse by Sandwasn’t pacing the sidelines at yer, said Penn State superiors grand jury report.” usky. games. made no mention of the 1998 A day after Paterno heard the The social services worker He received celebrity treatsaid he didn’t have access to the shower investigation when allegations, he called Curley to ment from adoring fans and discussing his departure, and criminal investigative file, relay that McQueary had seen football faithful at home games, even offered to let Sandusky which made an argument for Sandusky in the showers “fonwhere he watched from a specharging Sandusky. Schreffler’s stay on — in his assistant coach cial Beaver Stadium box “aldling or doing something of a position, as an administrator of still-sealed report runs about sexual nature to a young boy,” most like being an ambassador minor sports or some other job. 100 pages. according to the grand jury’s to Penn State,” said Richeal, Schreffler declined comment. He said Sandusky preferred summary of Paterno’s testimoSandusky’s co-author. MISSED OPPORTUNITY taking an early retirement fiThe grand jury report that led ny. It was there in plain sight, nancial package then available The first known complaint to the first 40 charges against Paterno explained his actions prosecutors say, that Sandusky to other campus employees. made to authorities about Sand- Sandusky on Nov. 5 cites extenin his recent statement: “As Schultz gave the grand jury a built relationships with the boys usky, who says he’s innocent of sively from his work. Coach Sandusky was retired he would later attack. It was different explanation, testifying all charges and faces a prelimiSchreffler testified that his from our coaching staff at that there that he was still regarded that Paterno felt it was time to nary hearing today, came in a boss, then-campus police chief time, I referred the matter to with awe as part of the Penn make a coaching change. 1998 phone call to the Penn Thomas Harmon, told him to university administrators.” State family. State police department. A close his investigation, and the Schultz testified that he SPECIAL RETIREMENT . mother was troubled after her county prosecutor decided couldn’t remember exactly how ‘I’LL NEVER FORGET’ The university gave Sandusky 11-year-old boy told her he had there would be no charges, for McQueary described what he In 2000, janitor James Calspecial honors as a professor showered naked with Sandusky reasons that remain unknown saw. houn found Sandusky showemeritus when he retired. He on campus. today. Harmon served as an Schultz testified he and Curlering in the Lasch Football was given a parking pass and That complaint would trigger administrator under Gary ey informed Spanier that an was allowed to keep keys to the Building with a boy described a separate review by Centre Schultz, then Penn State’s seemployee reported seeing Sandfootball facilities, with a person- as being between 11 and 13, as County’s Children and Youth nior vice president for finance usky and a boy involved in an al office inside. As an esteemed the grand jury tells it. It was Services. and business and who oversaw incident in campus showers. football season, and the team guest, he was free to move But it was the Penn State the University Police as part of Spanier testified that he was was away for a game. openly around campus, where police department, which is his position, according to the told Sandusky and a boy “were Co-worker Ronald Petrosky prosecutors say he kept abusing overseen by a top university grand jury report. horsing around in the shower.” boys. Schultz has been charged in administrator, that would lead a testified he saw Sandusky and

SANDUSKY Continued from Page 1A

The first is the demeanor of the accusers, who must give sensitive testimony in front of 200 people in the courtroom, half of them reporters. The defense will no doubt try to cast doubt on their stories and question whether they have financial motives for coming forward. Most have hired lawyers and are expected to sue Sandusky — who is not thought to have “We are much in the way of assets prepared — and Penn to quesState, which tion Midoes. Another chael question is McQueary whether prosecutors will call if the comother witnessmonwealth es, such as assistant coach calls him Michael as a witMcQueary, who told the ness.” grand jury he Joe Amendola saw Sandusky Sandusky’s sodomize a boy attorney in a locker room shower in 2002. “We are prepared to question Michael McQueary if the commonwealth calls him as a witness,” Amendola told the AP on Monday. McQueary’s testimony, however, could be troublesome for the state and may not be needed to show probable cause. The day after the shower encounter, McQueary reported what he saw to Paterno, who then spoke to other Penn State administrators, according to the grand jury report. State law enforcement officials have criticized Paterno and the administrators for not doing more when presented with those allegations nine years ago. Paterno said McQueary only reported seeing Sandusky “fondling or doing something of a sexual nature to a young boy,” according to the grand jury’s summary of Paterno’s testimony. Paterno said in a Nov. 6 statement that McQueary “at no time related to me the very specific actions contained in the grand jury report.” After Sandusky was charged last month, McQueary himself faced criticism that he left the locker room rather than help the boy. He later sent out an ambiguously worded email that read, “I did stop it, not physically, but made sure it was stopped when I left that locker room.” Former Philadelphia sexcrimes prosecutor Richard DeSipio said he would be surprised if prosecutors called McQueary to the stand this week. “I don’t think they’re going to show all their cards,” he said. Asked if he would put Sandusky on the stand, Amendola replied only: “Maybe.” Also, court officials setting media rules for the preliminary hearing will let news reporters in the courtroom electronically relay reports of the testimony in real time. An order posted Monday says reporters will be allowed to email, send text messages and tweet from their laptop computers and handheld devices from inside the courtroom in Centre County. News organizations including The Associated Press had sought to change an earlier court decorum order banning the wireless communication but allowing laptops for note-taking only. No recording of today’s proceedings may take place.

724826

THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

CMYK PAGE 12A

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

THE TIMES LEADER

www.timesleader.com

K ➛ S E R V I N G T H E P U B L I C T R U S T S I N C E 18 81

THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

Editorial

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 13A

OUR OPINION: COUNTY PAY

Too many perks in tough times

HERE CAN BE little doubt a good detective is worth ample compensation. Gathering evidence and sustaining the necessary chain of custody can be a monumental task. Finding witnesses and eliciting useful responses is a talent of tact and legal nuance. Building a case prosecutors can turn into a conviction or plea agreement is part art, part science and always essential. So it behooves taxpayers to think twice before succumbing to knee-jerk outrage upon learning three Luzerne County detectives garnered more than $100,000 in pay and perks this year, as reported in The Times Leader Saturday. We want excellent detectives pursuing crooks and killers. That said, thinking twice doesn’t make the math add up in a cash-starved county that relied for many years on increased taxes, increased borrowing or – more recently – increased cuts to bridge annual chasms between revenue and spending. The problem is not the pay. Yes, top salaries of $78,000 and $79,000 seem high, but these are veterans who worked their way up the scale with – one hopes – due diligence and growing expertise during nearly three decades of service. No, the problem is how those base salaries increase by as much as 30 percent through incentives

and perks. As we continue to weather the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression, the majority of Luzerne County taxpayers lucky enough to have a job would be thrilled to get a 3.5 percent raise, period. But county detectives also get “longevity pay,” which amounts to a double raise. For seven of 10 detectives, longevity pay was higher this year than their raises. Michael Dessoye, the most senior of the bunch, got a raise of $2,773 and longevity pay of $13,530. Detectives also get overly generous buybacks of unused holiday, vacation and personal days, to the tune of as much as $8,818 this year for Dessoye. All this comes on top of reasonable allowances for clothing, equipment and phone use, as well as overtime pay that hit a high this year of $6,685 for Daniel Yursha. In a county where taxpayers have seen average median household income drop by about $2,000 in the last decade, such perks are unconscionable. Detectives should give up the longevity pay or the annual raises in their next contract. As a sign they appreciate the economic hardships of the people who pay their salaries, they should consider opening their contracts now and forgoing longevity or raises for 2012. One reward for staying on the job should be enough.

QUOTE OF THE DAY “I don’t think there should be a double reward. In these days when people are fortunate enough to have steady employment, that’s reward enough.” Maryanne Petrilla The Luzerne County Commissioner Chairwoman criticized a contract that gives county detectives annual raises and longevity pay.

OTHER OPINION: SENATE TEST

Energy choice evades military

HO IS the single largest user of energy in the United States? Gold stars for everybody who knows that it’s the Department of Defense. Accordingly, the Pentagon’s policy on energy independence should be a matter of pride: The military has been marching as quickly as possible to expand its use of clean energy. Now the House of Representatives is doing all it can to block the Pentagon’s investment in more efficient alternative fuels. It is an astonishingly bad direction, and it’s up to the Senate to make it right. This isn’t just about being environmentally responsible. It’s about national security. The House Armed Services Committee repealed a key legislative provision encouraging the Department of Defense to wean itself from oil. The proviEDITORIAL BOARD

sion had been signed into law not by President Barack Obama but by George W. Bush. No sympathizer with purely environmental causes, Bush recognized the wisdom of having the military research and develop clean energy alternatives to make the Pentagon more energy independent. The Department of Defense uses about 360,000 barrels of oil a day, costing $15 billion a year. Prior to the House’s action, the Pentagon had pledged to obtain 25 percent of its energy from renewable sources by 2025. No institution better understands the importance of the United States’ weaning itself from foreign oil. The Senate should embrace the military’s initiative and renew the U.S. commitment to investments in cleaner fuels. San Jose Mercury News

PRASHANT SHITUT President and Interim CEO/Impressions Media MARK JONES JOSEPH BUTKIEWICZ Vice President/Executive Editor Editorial Page Editor

MALLARD FILLMORE

Surprising news doesn’t seem to shock some people COULD WE please stop the disingenuous reactions? Take the situation with Dallas High School Head football coach Ted Jackson. When he received an unfavorable performance review from high school Principal Jeffrey Shaffer, Jackson said “I’m shocked. I have never gotten a bad rating before and all of a sudden things change?” Dallas Gridiron Club president Nick Zapoticky was equally befuddled. “We have no idea what the motivation is to remove him,” Zapoticky told reporter John Erzar. Really? “Shocked”? “No idea”? The Dallas team just finished four years of probation ordered by the local branch of the PIAA. That probation started as a two year stint for a bench-clearing brawl, but was extended another two years after several Mountaineers urinated on the Tunkhannock high school tennis courts during an away game – urination that occurred after Jackson told them not to use the locker toilets (he claimed they were filthy and unsanitary). Accusations of abusive language toward players have been tossed at Jackson for nearly a decade. The Dallas School Board has been split into two camps for so long they should pitch tents. One side invariably

MAIL BAG

MARK GUYDISH COMMENTARY supported the guy who made the Mountaineers consistent winners, the others wanted him disciplined or dropped. One year, the vote to retain him came with a litany of rules he had to follow to keep the job. Yet people are surprised he gets a bad job performance review. This bewildered denial of the obvious is practically a Luzerne County hallmark. After police alleged Wilkes-Barre Township Fire Chief John Paul Yuknavich stole nearly $12,000 from the fire department’s bank account, WNEP TV news reporter Jim Murdoch interviewed Township Mayor Carl Kuren. Murdoch rattled off Yuknavich’s run-ins with the law: A DUI in November, charges he violated a protection from abuse order, a guilty plea last year to disorderly conduct, and now theft charges. “Is this somebody you want representing your township as an employee?” Murdoch asked. Kuren paused, then, with a straight face, answered “You’re correct in everything you said. But it has nothing to do with his job

performance. It’s embarrassing. It’s an embarrassing moment.” “Embarrassing” is forgetting to pull up your zipper. Having a fire chief with a rap sheet capped by theft allegations merits more than a red-faced “oops!” And my favorite among recent examples: Pittston Area School Board President Anthony Guariglia’s explanation after the board repealed a one-year-old teacher hiring policy that had been designed to wipe out nepotism and cronyism. “I don’t see that people are following it,” Guariglia said. Imagine Officer Guariglia, traffic cop. “Whoa, he just ran a red light! I better take that signal down right now!” This isn’t about the merits of each case. I’m not judging whether Jackson deserved a bad review, Yuknavich deserved to keep his job, or the Pittston Area policy deserved to be dropped. I just want realistic responses. After two years of federal investigations exposing widespread corruption of public officials, it should be clear that we cannot afford to pretend unusual business is business as usual. Mark Guydish can be reached at 829-7161 or email mguydish@timesleader.com. Follow him on Twitter @TLMarkGuydish

LETTERS FROM READERS

Don’t try to “fix” state Wine and Spirit shops

SEND US YOUR OPINION Letters to the editor must include the writer’s name, address and daytime phone number for verification. Letters should be no more than 250 words. We reserve the right to edit and limit writers to one published letter every 30 days. • E-mail: mailbag@timesleader.com • Fax: 570-829-5537 • Mail: Mail Bag, The Times Leader, 15 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 1871 1

veryone who cares about the safety of our community should be watching closely as the House Liquor Control Committee meets on Tuesday to consider State Rep. Mike Turzai’s bill to privatize the PA Wine and Spirits shops. Rep. Turzai’s original bill, HB 11, would eliminate the shops in one step. But the committee is considering other provisions that would lead to the slow destruction of thousands of jobs and the loss of hundreds of millions of dollars in state revenue. These steps would greatly increase the number of stores and destroy an important and unmatched system of preventing sales to minors. We now have some 620 stores. The proposed changes to HB 11 would create more than 10,000 sales outlets. This number dwarfs even the largest number of private retail liquor and wine outlets projected in the report that Public Financial Management prepared for Gov. Corbett. It flies in the face of this year’s report by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) that said increased access leads to increased consumption and increased alcohol-related problems and deaths. Why would we ignore the advice of

our country’s premiere public health watchdog? The PA Wine and Spirits stores are not broke. We shouldn’t risk our communities, jobs and reliable revenues on a fix they don’t need. Wendell W. Young IV President, United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1776 Plymouth Meeting

Our good behavior will make this a better world

t’s time for everyone to wake up and take a look at there lives. Look at the way you treat others, if you are an employer look at the way you treat your employees. No matter what you own, how much money

DOONESBURY

you have doesn’t make you better then anyone else. I look at my life and I see things I could have done better. I look at other peoples lives and a lot are in bad shape. I think it’s time we go back to helping one another. Companies are greedy; They don’t care about there employees. They say if you don’t like it there are thousands of other people out there looking for jobs. Now that sounds like a great employer, right? Our kids are out of control. They are lazy, they don’t want to work. Not all but most. Drugs are the biggest family killer. I’ve seen people loose everything they have because of drugs. Families torn apart from drugs. It’s time for people to help one another again. Our world is going down the toilet because of greed and drugs and the way people treat each other. Take a look at your life no matter who you are and see what you can do better. Think about the person you don’t treat so well. If you know someone who needs help because they are on drugs or have other problems let them know you can help. Our lives are going down the tubes. Part of it is political, part might be religion, part of it is drugs and greed. If we fix these problems a lot of people would be better off. Mike Jeschke Dallas

CMYK PAGE 14A

➛

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

JACKSON Continued from Page 1A

comments and assure you that we are here to listen to your views,” Wega read at the start of the meeting. “I would like to point out that the motions do not refer to a termination or dismissal but the opening of a position.” Wega noted the board reviews coaches at the end of each year and “occasionally votes to open specific positions” when there is “a culmination of a series of actions and concerns over a period of time.” She told the crowd the board would waive its policy of

limiting public comment to three minutes per person, and then invited any to the podium. The floodgates opened. Assistant football coach Gary Steirs praised Jackson at length for the time and detail he puts into the job. At one point he held up a playbook from Abington Heights High School, where he had helped coach, and called it “chocolate and vanilla.” Holding up a Dallas playbook he said “This is spumoni.” Sophomore player Ryan Monk said he was grateful Jackson had seen potential in him and put him on the starting team this year despite his inexperience. Junior Buddy Shutlock recounted how Jackson offered quick support

Solicitor Ben Jones III noted that Jackson was not terminated, so he was not legally entitled to a hearing before the board before action was taken. when his grandmother died three years ago. William Gately cited Jackson’s ability to motivate his 16-year-old son, “which is not an easy task.” Former player Ronnie Selenski said he had been ready to drop out of high school but stopped himself when he thought of Jack-

THE TIMES LEADER

son’s “don’t quit” lessons. “I went right into the guidance counselor’s office and threw my books into the garbage. I said that’s it, I’m done, I quit. But because of Coach Jackson and what he taught me, I couldn’t quit.” Through it all, the board sat and listened without comment, Wega routinely thanking the speaker and patiently waiting to make sure no one else wanted a turn. Then the votes began, with the football position coming up near the end of the agenda, prompting the angry exodus. Wega stressed Jackson could apply for the job. Board Solicitor Ben Jones III noted Jackson was not terminated, so he was not legally entitled to a hearing before

REDISTRICTING: Luzerne County’s new State Senate districts 22 20

Wilkes-Barre

22 20

Wilkes-Barre

the board before action was taken. While Jackson was the obvious topic of the evening, one of 15 people who spoke up had a different topic. Parent Jane Tolomello asked when the district will run an evacuation drill in preparation for potential risk posed by a natural gas pipeline metering station being built near the school. Superintendent Frank Galicki said the district was trying to coordinate with all the buses that would be needed for such a drill – 28 – and hoped to run a drill in March or April. Pressed about early promises to have one by now, Galicki said he would “push” to get it set up by January.

SUSQUEHANNA RIVER

Hazleton

OLD STATE SENATE DISTRICTS NEW PENNSYLVANIA STATE SENATE SENATE DISTRICTS 14 John Yudichak (D) 20 Lisa Baker (R) 22 John Blake (D) 27 John Gordner (R)

Source: Pennsylvania Legislative Reapportionment Commission

HOUSE DISTRICTS

REDISTRICT Continued from Page 1A

where my parents still reside.” Sen. John Blake, D-Archbald, whose 22nd District now represents only three boroughs along the Lackawanna/Luzerne border, picks up the entire Greater Pittston area, including the city of Pittston, townships of Pittston and Jenkins, and Exeter, Hughestown, Laflin, West Pittston and Yatesville boroughs. Those gains were a loss for John Yudichak, D-Plymouth Township, whose district was perhaps most affected by the redistricting. In addition to the loss of the Greater Pittston area, the 14th District will stretch into Lehigh and Northampton counties, making Carbon County, not southern Luzerne County, the district’s geographic center. Yudichak derided the plan to create what he called “safe seats” for Republicans as a disservice to all residents “that will only serve to enhance the partisan gridlock that is already keeping us from getting things done for the people of Pennsylvania.” On the new House boundaries, the districts that serve southern Luzerne County, including the Greater Hazleton area, were refigured to the chagrin of freshman Rep. Gerry Mullery, D-Newport Township. Mullery derided the political process that he believes was done to protect another fellow freshman, Tarah Toohil, R-Butler Township. The new plan took what had been a compact 119th District comprising communities south of Wilkes-Barre and stretches it into bedroom communities outside of Hazleton that have voter registrations leaning toward the Democratic Party. “The Republican leadership put politics before public service to protect one freshman legislator,” Mullery has said. On Monday, after the vote, he accepted the change and pre-

A look at the new state House Districts in Luzerne County: • 116th District, now represented by Tarah Toohil, R-Butler Township: Hazleton, the townships of Black Creek, Butler, Conyngham, Dorrance, Hollenback, Huntington, Nescopeck, Salem, Sugarloaf and Union, the first district of Hazle Township and Conyngham, Nescopeck, New Columbus and Shickshinny boroughs. • 117th District, now represented by Karen Boback, R-Harveys Lake: The townships of Dallas, Fairmount, Franklin, Hunlock, Lake, Lehman and Ross, and the boroughs of Dallas and Harveys Lake. This district also includes all of Wyoming County and a portion of Lackawanna County. • 118th District, now represented by Mike Carroll, D-Avoca: Pittston and the townships of Bear Creek, Buck, Jenkins, Pittston and Plains, and the boroughs of Avoca, Bear Creek Village, Dupont, Duryea, Hughestown, Laflin, Penn Lake Park and Yatesville. Also a portion of Lackawanna County. • 119th District, now represented by Gerald Mullery, D-Newport Township: Nanticoke, the boroughs of Ashley, Freeland, Jeddo, Larksville, Nuangola, Plymouth, West Hazleton and White Haven, and the townships of Dennison, Foster, Newport, Plymouth, Rice and Slocum, and Wards 2 and 4 in Hanover Township, Districts 2, 3, 4 and 5 in Hazle Township and District 2 in Wright Township. • 120th District, now represented by Phyllis Mundy, D-Kingston: Exeter, Jackson and Kingston townships and Courtdale, Edwardsville, Exeter, Forty Fort, Kingston, Luzerne, Pringle, Swoyersville, West Pittston, West Wyoming and Wyoming boroughs. • 121st District, now represented by Eddie Day Pashinski, D-Wilkes-Barre: Wilkes-Barre and the townships of Fairview and Wilkes-Barre, and Wards 1, 3, 5, 6 and 7 in Hanover Township, District 1 in Wright Township and the boroughs of Laurel Run, Sugar Notch and Warrior Run.

pared to serve new constituents. “While I believe the public’s interests would have been best served by keeping the South Valley in one legislative district and the Greater Hazleton Area in another legislative district, I’m eager to serve my new legislative district,” Mullery said. Toohil said lines on a map won’t change how she goes about her job.

Mark Guydish/The Times Leader

“I am saddened to be losing the people I have represented in the municipalities that will not be included in the proposed 116th district, but I look forward to meeting the new people in those municipalities that will be added.” Panel of five The five-member panel that approved the plan includes the floor leaders from both chambers and an appointed chairman, Stephen McEwen, a senior Superior Court judge from Delaware County who was the panel’s third Republican member. McEwen joined state Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi and state House Majority Leader Mike Turzai, both Republicans, in voting in the affirmative. Senate Minority Leader Jay Costa and House Minority Leader Frank Dermody, the commission’s two Democrats, voted against. Before the final vote, a vote on a Democratic-backed amendment with new maps that Costa called “compact, contiguous and constitutional” was rejected 3-2 along party lines. Costa said the final plans were “partisan” and Republicans were more concerned with strengthening their seats than being fair. Fairness “is subjective,” McEwen said. He added that those who crafted the plan will be seen as either “visionaries or villains.” Even though her district was altered, Rep. Karen Boback, RHarveys Lake, said she understands the need to change boundaries to address population shifts.

split among House districts. Though there are still 108 such cases in the approved map, it’s fewer than the 121 that have been in that predicament the past decade. Locally, the final map splits three municipalities among multiple districts including Hazle, Wright and Hanover townships. Earlier plans also included the splitting of Plains, Pittston and Bear Creek townships.

Carroll thankful Rep. Mike Carroll, D-Avoca, was one of the hundreds of people to send letters to the commission asking for the preliminary plans to be readdressed and altered. His pleas were apparently heeded, especially when it came to his request that the Greater Pittston region be kept intact and Pittston, Plains and Bear Creek townships not be split between districts. “I am thankful the commission considered my opinion and the opinions of the municipal and community leaders who requested changes to the preliminary plan,” Carroll said. “While no redistricting plan is perfect, this plan fairly treats the citizens of Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties who are included in the 118th Legislative District.” Dermody said he voted in favor of the final plan because he believed there was give and take and “compromise” on the House districts. But on the Senate side, Costa said that wasn’t the case. The redistricting process will now advance to the 30-day court Shift in Plains Twp. challenge period before it beRep. Eddie Day Pashinski, Dcomes official. Wilkes-Barre, lamented the loss of Plains Township and Ashley Borough from the 121st District but said he looks forward to meeting new constituents in the six municipalities the district will pick up. The 120th District, represented by Phyllis Mundy, is the only district that does not change. One of the key sticking points for many who testified at a pair of hearings on the redistricting was the number of municipalities

Body will be eliminated under home rule and no one is quite sure what will take its place.

WILKES-BARRE – The solicitor for the Luzerne County Prison Board said he believes the board will remain once home rule takes effect, but the form and makeup won’t be known until after the new county council takes office in January. Attorney Stephen Menn said the home rule charter is silent on the issue of a prison board. He believes a state statute would allow the county to retain the board, which oversees operations at the prison, including hiring and the payment of bills. The current board, which consists of the three county commissioners, controller, district attorney, a county judge and the sheriff, met for the final time on Monday. It will be disbanded once home rule takes effect. Several board members expressed concern regarding the board’s elimination, saying they questioned whether the county manager, who has not yet been named, would be able to provide the same level of oversight of the prison as the board has. Menn said he plans to meet with the county council and its solicitor as soon as possible to discuss what form the board would take – it might not be

PRISON Continued from Page 3A

The new regulations will not affect state-sentenced inmates currently serving sentences at the county prison. Piazza said there currently are 92 inmates with state sentences. It will likely be several years before they have all completed their jail terms. Piazza said he can’t estimate how much money the prison will save, because it remains unknown how many prisoners will be affected. It currently costs $94 a day to incarcerate an inmate, so he expects significant savings to accumulate in coming years. The benefit to counties will

Sterling Silver JJewelry

Tues., Wed Wed., Thurs., 9a.m. - 5:30p.m. Fri. 9a.m. - 6p.m., Sat. 10a.m. - 3p.m.

259 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming • 693-5910

Mark Guydish, a Times Leader staff writer, can be reached at 829-7161

known as a “prison board,” for instance. But he does expect a group of people independent of the county council will oversee prison operations. Menn said he expects the controller, district attorney, sheriff and a court representative would remain on the new board. The question is who would replace the three county commissioners, who are being replaced by the 11-member council, he said. In other business Monday, the board appointed prison Maj. James Larson to the position of deputy warden at a salary of $63,735, a $5,000 raise from what he earned as a major. Larson fills the post of former deputy warden Sam Hyder, who was furloughed from the post in 2010. Commissioner Maryanne Petrilla, who chairs the prison board, said the position was not advertised to the general public because the board felt Larson, who has been performing Hyder’s duties since he left, was a strong candidate. The board also voted to approve settlements of two lawsuits filed by prison guard Leah Beckley and former guard Angela Sweet, who alleged they were sexually harassed by another former prison employee, Robert Turner. The county declined to release details of the settlement Monday because the agreements have not yet been signed by all parties, but said the information will be released at a later date.

come at an increased cost to the state Department of Corrections. It’s estimated the state system will get an additional 2,300 inmates a year statewide, said Susan Bensinger, a spokeswoman for the DOC. Bensinger said the state system is prepared for the influx. Officials, aware the change was coming, took several initiatives in the past several years to reduce the prison population. Those include increased use of intermediate punishment programs as well as a recidivism reduction program. “We have seen positive results,” Bensinger said. “Over the last six months we’ve seen a flattening of our population. We have not had the huge influx like we had been seeing.”

Dry, Itchy Eyes? Dr. Michele Domiano

The Village II Gold & Silversmith, Inc.

ELLE Jewelry de designs reﬂect the most up to date jewelry and ready-to-wear trends!

The board also approved the appointment of five other coaches: At the high school, Doug Miller as head boys basketball coach at $6,235 and Matt Barry as assistant boys basketball coach at $3,295; at the middle school, Tony Chiarucci as assistant boys basketball coach at $2,725; Cory Patton as assistant-in-charge of girls basketball at $3,295; and Jesse Francis as assistant-incharge of boys basketball at $3,295, pro-rated. And the board awarded a contract to Axtell Construction LLC for roof repairs at Dallas Elementary at a cost of $11,000.

Future of county prison board focus of concerns By TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER tmorgan@timesleader.com

SUSQUEHANNA RIVER

www.timesleader.com

Dry Eye Syndrome Covered By Most Insurances

CMYK

SPORTS

SECTION

timesleader.com

THE TIMES LEADER

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL

AHL

Stability leads to quality

Jackson’s job opened at Dallas Controversy could lead to likely exit

Grant is taking advantage of playing time with injuries and personnel called up.

By JOHN ERZAR jerzar@timesleader.com By TOM VENESKY tvenesky@timesleader.com

It wasn’t easy for WilkesBarre/Scranton Penguins defenseman Alex Grant to crack the lineup at the beginning of the season. With a blueline corps loaded with veterans such as Alexandre Picard, Robert Bortuzzo and Joey Mormina, UP NEXT along with Binghamton talented at rookies SiWBS Pens mon 7:05 p.m. today Despres and Philip Samuelsson, it was tough for Grant to get a look. He appeared in just seven of the team’s first 21 games, posting just one assist. It was a frustrating start for Grant, who is in his third season with the Penguins but appeared in just four games last year due to an injury. But when a slew of injuries struck the organization, the veterans were summoned to Pittsburgh. All of a sudden Grant had an opportunity for consistent ice time. And he’s responded. In the Penguins’ last six games, Grant has four assists and is a plus-6, evidence that with the chance to play every night, he can be effective at both ends of the ice. “When I was in and out of the lineup at the start of the year, I’d be wondering if I made a mistake then I wouldn’t be playing the next game. Now, I’m a lot more confident. I know I can play at this level. I just needed a good opportunity.” Grant has always been known as a physical defenseman with an offensive upside and he hasn’t backed away from those strengths. But recently, according to head See PENGUINS, Page 6B

DON CAREY/THE TIMES LEADER

Joe Stuppino, a former Dallas football team member showed up to urge the school board to retain Ted Jackson a head football coach at the school board meeting on Monday.

The wrong time to dump the right man for the job In the end, it didn’t matter what the Dallas High School Board heard from a parade of audience members supporting Ted Jackson. It’s what board members were listening to before they ever sat down at Monday’s regular meeting that got Jackson removed from his job as the Mountaineers head football coach. “It’s not like he was fired,” Dallas board member Fred L. Parry said. Oh yes it was. When a nine-member board votes this decisively, 8-1 to open

PAUL SOKOLOSKI OPINION the position, good luck trying to get it back. “People are welcome to reapply,” said Catherine Wega, the board president. Then in the next breath, she added, “We will take any and all applications for this. I think we’re going to cast a pretty wide net and look everywhere, not just around here. “This is the time to do this for our students.” Why now? Jackson just finished one of the finest coaching jobs of his storied 27-year career at Dallas,

which included winning the 1993 Class 2A state championship. He guided the Mountaineers to their third consecutive 10win season this year and into the District 2 championship game, where they were on the brink of upending powerful Valley View before their quarterback was knocked woozy in what wound up an 18-12 defeat. “I think it had very little to do with a winning season, (or) how many he’s had,” Parry said of the board’s nearly unanimous vote. “It’s the way the person is around the students.” A whole roster of those students, past and present, stood up for him in front of the board with stories that made Jackson

sound as if he should be in the running for humanitarian of the year. Two years ago, removing Jackson would have made more sense, when he was getting suspended by the PIAA following an incident where a few of his players urinated on the Tunkhannock High School tennis court. Not now. Not after Jackson took that hit and kept his team hitting harder on the field. Not after his career victory total at a school that didn’t win much before he arrived put Jackson in the Wyoming Valley Hall of Fame this year. Not after his See SOKOLOSKI, Page 4B

DALLAS – Emotional appeals from 14 current and former players, parents, assistant coaches and residents weren’t enough Monday night. Nor was a final attempt by Dr. Bruce Goeringer to urge his fellow Dallas School District Board members to consider what football coach Ted Jackson has meant to the program over the last 27 Jackson years. By a vote of 8-1 – with Goeringer the lone dissenter – the board opened the football coaching position. “Take into consideration, for all the boys who will be looking for a coach for next year, the fact you will not find a better coach than Ted Jackson,” Goeringer said to the board and about 200 people gathered in the elementary school cafeteria. “No one. Absolutely no one prepares a team like he does.” Goeringer’s emphatic no vote was trumped by the other board members who voted to open the position. A person answering Jackson’s cell phone who would only identify himself as Steve said Jackson wasn’t prepared to talk about the school board’s decision. Superintendent Frank Galicki said the school will advertise the position as soon as possible. He didn’t give a timetable for hiring a coach and Jackson can re-apply. Jackson received an unfavorable review from high school principal Jeffery Shaffer and then met with Shaffer, Galicki and Athletic Director Nancy Roberts last Thursday. Galicki didn’t say what transpired from that meeting. After the vote, a majority of the See JACKSON, Page 4B

N AT I O N A L F O O T B A L L L E A G U E

Many races still in air as playoff picture nears By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer

New England, as it always seems to be, is on the verge of capturing the AFC East. Baltimore and Pittsburgh might go all the way to New Year’s Day to decide the AFC North and possibly AFC home-field advantage, but both have comfortable leads for a wild-card spot, too. San Francisco grabbed its first division crown in nine years a week ago, then apparently celebrated too much and blew a game at Arizona on Sunday. Still, the Niners and Saints should battle for the other first-round bye in the NFC. The rest of the picture is about as well-defined as the weather: one day, the Cowboys look good, the next day they are ugly. Same for the Giants or Raiders or Ben-

NEW YORK — The playoffs races became clearer this weekend. And cloudier. As if anyone ever doubted it would happen, the Packers earned a first-round bye and the Saints secured a postseason berth on Sunday. Green Bay (13-0) will own NFC home-field advantage with another victory as it pursues perfection. New Orleans will win the NFC South by beating Minnesota this week if Atlanta loses to Jacksonville. Houston, for the first time since the Texans were born in 2002, made the parade, winning the AFC South — a foregone conclusion almost since the day Peyton Manning had neck surgery and was sidelined in Indianapolis. See PLAYOFFS, Page 6B

Seahawks fly past Rams The Associated Press

AP PHOTO

The Seattle Seahawks’ Heath Farwell, left, and Michael Robinson (26) celebrate Robinson’s touchdown in the first half of an NFL game against the St. Louis Rams on Monday in Seattle.

SEATTLE — Doug Baldwin picked a national stage to remind the rest of the NFL what they passed up in last April’s draft. Baldwin, an undrafted rookie out of Stanford, blocked a firstquarter punt that was returned by Michael Robinson 17 yards for a touchdown, then caught a 29-yard TD pass from Tarvaris Jackson in the third quarter as the Seattle Seahawks pulled away for a 30-13 win over the staggering St. Louis Rams on Monday night. Seattle (6-7) won for the fourth time in five games and kept alive its slim hopes for reaching the postseason. The Seahawks likely would need to win out to potentially make the playoffs a reality, but they’re at least back in the conversation after a 2-6 start. Marshawn Lynch topped 100 yards rushing for the fifth time

SEAHAWKS

RAMS

in the last six games, finishing with 115 on 23 carries. He scored a touchdown in his ninth straight game on a 16-yard run with 2:57 left to put away Seattle’s 13th win in its last 14 games against the Rams. Seahawks fans threw bags of Skittles into the end zone as Lynch celebrated his ninth rushing touchdown this season, and he tied a franchise record with nine consecutive games with a TD. Baldwin finished with seven catches for 93 yards and Steven Hauschka was 3 of 4 on field goal attempts for the Seahawks.

LIVE High School Basketball Tune into Service Electric’s Ch. 2

For a complete schedule go to www.sectv.com

Your Full Service Provider Offering the Latest in State-of-the-art Digital Cable, HDTV, Video on Demand, High Speed Internet and Telephone.

7 72 726275 26 2 62 6 275 75

(570) 825-8508

• Wednesday, December 14th - Girls Basketball Holy Cross @ Wyoming Seminary 7:15pm • Thursday, December 15th - Boys Basketball Meyers @ Crestwood 7:15pm

CMYK PAGE 2B

➛

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

L O C A L C A L E N D A R TODAY'S EVENTS BOYS BASKETBALL (7:15 p.m.) Holy Redeemer at Nanticoke Meyers at Holy Cross (site change) Pittston Area at Hanover Area Scranton Prep at GAR Williamsport at Crestwood Wyoming Seminary at Tunkhannock GIRLS BASKETBALL Salem Christian at MMI Prep, 6 p.m. Hanover Area at Pittston Area, 7:15 p.m. Dallas, Meyers at Wyoming Valley West Tip-Off Tournament, TBA HS BOWLING Milton at Berwick, 3 p.m. Columbia Montour Vo Tech at Hazleton Area, 3 p.m. HS SWIMMING Delaware Valley at Holy Redeemer, 4 p.m. Scranton at Hazleton Area, 4:30 p.m. Tunkhannock at Berwick Area, 4:30 p.m. Abington Heights at Dallas, 4:30 p.m. Lake Lehman at Valley View, 4:30 p.m. Wyoming Seminary at Elk Lake, 4:30 p.m. Wyoming Valley West at Scranton Prep, 7 p.m. HS WRESTLING (all matches 7 p.m.) Lake Lehman at Lackawanna Trail Wyoming Area at Scranton Prep Delaware Valley at Hazleton Area WEDNESDAY, DEC. 14 BOYS BASKETBALL (7:15 p.m. unless noted) Hazleton Area at Whitehall MMI Prep at Panther Valley, 7:30 p.m. Northwest at Hughesville Wyoming Area at Lake-Lehman Wyoming Valley West at Shamokin GIRLS BASKETBALL Holy Cross at Wyoming Seminary, 7:15 p.m. Holy Redeemer at Abington Heights, 7:15 p.m. Lake Lehman at Wyoming Area, 7:15 p.m. Meyers at Crestwood, 7:15 p.m. Pittston Area at GAR, 7:15 p.m. HS SWIMMING Dunmore at Wyoming Area, 4 p.m. Nanticoke at Pittston Area, 4 p.m. Coughlin at Meyers, 4:30 p.m. HS WRESTLING (all matches 7 p.m.) Scranton at Berwick Area Honesdale at Coughlin Columbia Montour CTC at Nanticoke Western Wayne at Tunkhannock West Scranton at Crestwood Abington Heights at Pittston Area Wallenpaupack at Wyoming Valley West Meyers at Blue Ridge Dallas at Elk Lake

W H AT ’ S

O N

T V

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL 7 p.m. ESPN2 — Boston U. at Villanova 9 p.m. ESPN — Cent. Michigan at Minnesota YES --- Florida Atlantic at Mississippi State NHL HOCKEY 7 p.m. CSN — Philadelphia at Washington MSG --- Dallas at N.Y. Rangers ROOT --- Detroit at Pittsburgh 7:30 p.m. PLUS — New Jersey at Florida PLUS2 --- N.Y. Islanders at Montreal 9 p.m. VERSUS — San Jose at Colorado WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL 7 p.m. ESPN — Tennessee at Rutgers 7:30 p.m. BTN — Southern at Ohio State

T R A N S A C T I O N S BASEBALL American League DETROIT TIGERS—Failed to offer a contract to 2B Will Rhymes, making him a free agent. LOS ANGELES ANGELS—Agreed to terms with RHP Jerome Williams on a one-year contract. MINNESOTA TWINS—Sent SS Pedro Florimon outright to Rochester (IL). Named Gene Glynn manager and Tom Brunansky coach for Rochester; Stu Cliburn pitching coach and Rudy Hernandez coach for New Britain (EL); and Ivan Arteaga pitching coach of Elizabethton (Appalachian). TORONTO BLUE JAYS—Claimed RHP Jim Hoey off waivers from Minnesota. Sent C Brian Jeroloman and RHP Drew Carpenter outright to Las Vegas (PCL). Designated RHP Jesse Chavez for assignment. National League COLORADO ROCKIES—Agreed to terms with C Ramon Hernandez on a two-year contract. MILWAUKEE BREWERS—Agreed to terms with SS Alex Gonzalez on a one-year contract. NEW YORK METS—Claimed RHP Jeremy Hefner off waivers from Pittsburgh. Signed LHP Garrett Olson and C Lucas May to minor league contracts. PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES—Traded OF Ben Francisco to Toronto for LHP Frank Gailey. BASKETBALL National Basketball Association CHICAGO BULLS—Re-signed F Brian Scalabrine. CLEVELAND CAVALIERS—Re-signed G Anthony Parker. Waived forward J.P. Prince. DALLAS MAVERICKS—Re-signed F Brian Cardinal. DETROIT PISTONS—Waived G Richard Hamilton. MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES—Signed F Derrick Williams. TORONTO RAPTORS—Agreed to terms with G Anthony Carter. FOOTBALL National Football League KANSAS CITY CHIEFS—Fired coach Todd Haley. Named Romeo Crennel interim coach. MIAMI DOLPHINS—Fired coach Tony Sparano. Named Todd Bowles interim coach. MINNESOTA VIKINGS—Placed WR Stephen Burton on injured reserve. Signed WR Emmanuel Arceneaux from the practice squad. TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS—Placed LB Jacob Cutrera and DT John McCargo on injured reserve. Signed DT Frank Okam from the practice squad. Released RB Nic Grigsby from the practice squad. Canadian Football League TORONTO ARGONAUTS—Acquired QB Ricky Ray from Edmonton for QB Steven Jyles, K Grant Shaw and a 2012 first-round draft pick. HOCKEY National Hockey League CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS—Assigned F Ben Smith to Rockford (AHL). NEW JERSEY DEVILS—Activated RW Cam Janssen from injured reserve. Placed D Anton Volchenkov on injured reserve. NEW YORK ISLANDERS—Sent F Micheal Haley to Bridgeport (AHL). TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING—Agreed to terms with F Antti Miettinen on a two-year contract. Recalled D Evan Oberg from Norfolk (AHL). American Hockey League AHL—Suspended Manchester C Cam Paddock four games because of an illegal check to the head of an opponent in a Dec. 9 game at Providence. Suspended Oklahoma City C Josh Green four games because of an illegal check to the head of an opponent in a Dec. 9 game against Peoria. COLLEGE COASTAL CAROLINA—Announced resignation of women’s volleyball coach Kristen Bauer. MIAMI—Announced sophomore RB Lamar Miller will enter the NFL draft. MUHLENBERG—Named Corey Goff director of athletics, effective July 1. TEXAS TECH—Fired offensive line coach Matt Moore and defensive backs coach Otis Mounds. Reassigned defensive line coach Sam McElroy to another position. Named Terry Price and John Lovett defensive assistant coaches.

H O C K E Y National Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L Philadelphia ...................... 28 18 7 N.Y. Rangers..................... 27 17 6 Pittsburgh .......................... 30 17 9 New Jersey........................ 28 14 13 N.Y. Islanders.................... 27 9 12 Northeast Division GP W L Boston................................ 28 18 9 Toronto............................... 29 15 11 Buffalo................................ 29 15 12 Montreal............................. 30 12 11 Ottawa ................................ 30 13 13 Southeast Division GP W L Florida ................................ 30 16 9 Washington ....................... 28 15 12 Winnipeg............................ 29 13 12 Tampa Bay......................... 29 12 15 Carolina ............................. 31 9 18 WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L Chicago.............................. 30 18 8 Detroit................................. 28 18 9 St. Louis............................. 29 17 9 Nashville ............................ 29 14 11 Columbus .......................... 29 8 17 Northwest Division GP W L Minnesota.......................... 30 20 7 Vancouver ......................... 29 18 10 Edmonton .......................... 30 14 13 Calgary............................... 29 14 13 Colorado ............................ 30 13 16 Pacific Division GP W L Dallas ................................. 28 16 11

OT Pts 3 39 4 38 4 38 1 29 6 24 OT Pts 1 37 3 33 2 32 7 31 4 30 OT Pts 5 37 1 31 4 30 2 26 4 22 OT Pts 4 40 1 37 3 37 4 32 4 20 OT Pts 3 43 1 37 3 31 2 30 1 27 OT Pts 1 33

Phoenix.............................. 29 15 11 3 33 San Jose ............................ 27 15 10 2 32 Los Angeles ...................... 29 13 12 4 30 Anaheim............................. 29 8 16 5 21 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. Sunday's Games Chicago 3, San Jose 2, OT N.Y. Rangers 6, Florida 1 Monday's Games New Jersey 5, Tampa Bay 4 Today's Games Los Angeles at Boston, 7 p.m. Ottawa at Buffalo, 7 p.m. Carolina at Toronto, 7 p.m. Dallas at N.Y. Rangers, 7 p.m. Detroit at Pittsburgh, 7 p.m. Philadelphia at Washington, 7 p.m. Vancouver at Columbus, 7 p.m. New Jersey at Florida, 7:30 p.m. N.Y. Islanders at Montreal, 7:30 p.m. Calgary at Nashville, 8 p.m. Minnesota at Winnipeg, 8:30 p.m. San Jose at Colorado, 9 p.m. Wednesday's Games Boston at Ottawa, 7:30 p.m. Chicago at Minnesota, 7:30 p.m. Phoenix at Anaheim, 10 p.m.

American Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA St. John’s ................ 26 15 7 4 0 34 94 81 Manchester ............. 28 16 10 0 2 34 76 73 Portland ................... 25 12 10 1 2 27 67 77 Worcester ............... 22 10 6 3 3 26 60 57 Providence.............. 28 10 15 1 2 23 60 90 East Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Hershey................... 26 14 7 3 2 33 94 77 Penguins................ 26 14 7 1 4 33 80 69 Norfolk ..................... 27 16 10 0 1 33 98 78 Syracuse ................. 24 11 10 2 1 25 80 81 Binghamton ............ 27 9 16 1 1 20 61 82 Northeast Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Connecticut............. 26 15 8 1 2 33 83 76 Adirondack.............. 25 14 9 1 1 30 76 65 Albany...................... 25 12 10 2 1 27 61 76 Bridgeport ............... 26 11 11 3 1 26 77 87 Springfield............... 25 12 12 1 0 25 75 73 WESTERN CONFERENCE Midwest Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Charlotte ................. 27 15 10 1 1 32 74 71 Milwaukee ............... 23 15 7 0 1 31 73 62 Chicago ................... 24 11 9 1 3 26 66 67 Peoria ...................... 28 12 14 1 1 26 87 88 Rockford.................. 25 10 13 1 1 22 79 90 North Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Toronto.................... 26 15 7 3 1 34 82 71 Rochester ............... 26 11 11 3 1 26 70 74 Lake Erie................. 26 11 13 1 1 24 62 69 Grand Rapids ......... 25 10 12 1 2 23 76 78 Hamilton .................. 25 10 13 1 1 22 53 77 West Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF GA Oklahoma City........ 26 19 6 0 1 39 80 57 Houston................... 27 15 4 2 6 38 79 65 Abbotsford .............. 27 18 8 1 0 37 69 61 San Antonio ............ 26 12 14 0 0 24 59 76 Texas....................... 23 10 12 0 1 21 68 71 NOTE: Two points are awarded for a win, one point for an overtime or shootout loss. Sunday's Games Worcester 5, St. John’s 3 Manchester 5, Portland 4, SO Hamilton 2, Rochester 1 Springfield 5, Bridgeport 1 Chicago 3, Grand Rapids 1 Providence 3, Connecticut 2 San Antonio 4, Charlotte 1 Milwaukee 5, Rockford 4, SO Hershey 6, Norfolk 3 Peoria 3, Houston 2, SO Monday's Games No games scheduled Today's Games Worcester at Springfield, 6 p.m. Binghamton at Penguins, 7:05 p.m. Texas at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Wednesday's Games Manchester at Portland, 6:30 p.m. Rockford at Grand Rapids, 7 p.m. Syracuse at Albany, 7 p.m. Lake Erie at Hamilton, 7:30 p.m.

National Football League AMERICAN CONFERENCE East W L T Pct New England.................................. 10 3 0 .769 N.Y. Jets......................................... 8 5 0 .615 Buffalo ............................................ 5 8 0 .385 Miami .............................................. 4 9 0 .308 South W L T Pct y-Houston..................................... 10 3 0 .769 Tennessee ................................... 7 6 0 .538 Jacksonville ................................. 4 9 0 .308 Indianapolis.................................. 0 13 0 .000 North W L T Pct Baltimore ........................................ 10 3 0 .769 Pittsburgh ....................................... 10 3 0 .769 Cincinnati........................................ 7 6 0 .538 Cleveland ....................................... 4 9 0 .308 West W L T Pct Denver............................................. 8 5 0 .615 Oakland ........................................... 7 6 0 .538 San Diego ....................................... 6 7 0 .462 Kansas City..................................... 5 8 0 .385 NATIONAL CONFERENCE East W L T Pct N.Y. Giants...................................... 7 6 0 .538 Dallas............................................... 7 6 0 .538 Philadelphia.................................... 5 8 0 .385 Washington .................................... 4 9 0 .308 South W L T Pct x-New Orleans............................... 10 3 0 .769 Atlanta............................................. 8 5 0 .615 Carolina .......................................... 4 9 0 .308 Tampa Bay ..................................... 4 9 0 .308 North W L T Pct y-Green Bay ............................... 13 0 0 1.000 Detroit ......................................... 8 5 0 .615 Chicago ...................................... 7 6 0 .538 Minnesota .................................. 2 11 0 .154 West W L T Pct y-San Francisco........................... 10 3 0 .769 Arizona ......................................... 6 7 0 .462 Seattle ........................................... 5 7 0 .417 St. Louis ....................................... 2 10 0 .167 x-clinched playoff spot y-clinched division Thursday's Game Pittsburgh 14, Cleveland 3 Sunday's Games New Orleans 22, Tennessee 17 Baltimore 24, Indianapolis 10 N.Y. Jets 37, Kansas City 10 Detroit 34, Minnesota 28 Houston 20, Cincinnati 19 Jacksonville 41, Tampa Bay 14 Atlanta 31, Carolina 23 Philadelphia 26, Miami 10 New England 34, Washington 27 Arizona 21, San Francisco 19 Denver 13, Chicago 10, OT San Diego 37, Buffalo 10 Green Bay 46, Oakland 16 N.Y. Giants 37, Dallas 34 Monday's Game St. Louis at Seattle, late Thursday, Dec. 15 Jacksonville at Atlanta, 8:20 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17 Dallas at Tampa Bay, 8:20 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18 New Orleans at Minnesota, 1 p.m. Seattle at Chicago, 1 p.m. Cincinnati at St. Louis, 1 p.m. Carolina at Houston, 1 p.m. Green Bay at Kansas City, 1 p.m. Tennessee at Indianapolis, 1 p.m. Miami at Buffalo, 1 p.m. Washington at N.Y. Giants, 1 p.m. Detroit at Oakland, 4:05 p.m. New England at Denver, 4:15 p.m. Cleveland at Arizona, 4:15 p.m. N.Y. Jets at Philadelphia, 4:15 p.m. Baltimore at San Diego, 8:20 p.m. Monday, Dec. 19 Pittsburgh at San Francisco, 8:30 p.m.

College Football FBS Bowl Glance Saturday's Games New Mexico Bowl At Albuquerque Wyoming (8-4) vs. Temple (8-4), 2:30 p.m. (ESPN) Famous Idaho Potato Bowl At Boise, Idaho Utah State (7-5) vs. Ohio (9-4), 5:30 p.m. (ESPN) New Orleans Bowl Louisiana-Lafayette (8-4) vs. San Diego State (8-4), 9 p.m. (ESPN) Tuesday, Dec. 20 Beef 'O'Brady's Bowl At St. Petersburg, Fla. Marshall (6-6) vs. FIU (8-4), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Wednesday, Dec. 21 Poinsettia Bowl At San Diego TCU (10-2) vs. Louisiana Tech (8-4), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Thursday, Dec. 22 MAACO Bowl At Las Vegas Boise State (11-1) vs. Arizona State (6-6), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Saturday, Dec. 24

THE TIMES LEADER

AMERICA’S LINE By Roxy Roxborough CIRCULAR REPORT: On the NHL board, the Penguins - Red Wings circle is for Pittsburgh forward Sidney Crosby (out) and forward Jordan Staal (questionable). NO LINE REPORT: On the NFL board, there is no line on the Dolphins - Bills game due to Miami QB Matt Moore (questionable); there is no line on the Steelers - 49ers game due to Pittsburgh QB Ben Roethlisberger (questionable/probable). Follow Eckstein on Twitter at www.twitter.com/vegasvigorish. All other no line games are for teams that played last night. INJURY REPORT: On the NFL board, Minnesota RB Adrian Peterson is probable and QB Christian Ponder is probable. Insight Bowl

NFL Favorite

Points

Underdog

FALCONS

Jaguars

BUCS

GIANTS

Redskins

Packers

CHIEFS

Cowboys

Saints

[7]

VIKINGS

BEARS

Seahawks

BILLS

Dolphins

TEXANS

Panthers

Titans

6.5

COLTS

Bengals

RAMS

Lions

1 (O)

Patriots

RAIDERS BRONCOS

EAGLES

2.5

CARDS

Browns

Ravens

Jets

CHARGERS

49ERS

Steelers

Note: The (O) after the opening line denotes that Oakland opened as a favorite. College Football

Illinois Vanderbilt

Ucla

2.5

Cincinnati

Auburn

Virginia

January 2 Ticket City Bowl Houston

Penn St

Outback Bowl Georgia

2.5

Michigan St

Capital One Bowl S Carolina Florida

Nebraska

Ohio St

Rose Bowl Oregon

Wyoming

January 3

Ohio U

UL-Lafayette

Utah St New Orleans Bowl San Diego St December 20

6.5

Wisconsin

3.5

Stanford

Fiesta Bowl Oklahoma St

Idaho Potato Bowl

Sugar Bowl Michigan

1 (V)

Va Tech

January 4 Orange Bowl Clemson

2.5

W Virginia

Kansas St

January 6

St. Petersburg Bowl Fla Int’l

4.5

Marshall

December 21

Cotton Bowl Arkansas January 7

Poinsettia Bowl Tcu

11.5

La Tech

December 22

Compass Bowl Pittsburgh

5.5

Smu

January 8

Las Vegas Bowl Boise St

Arizona St

December 24

Go Daddy.Com Bowl Arkansas St

No Illinois

January 9

Hawaii Bowl So Miss Nevada

Missouri

December 26

3.5

N Carolina

BCS Championship Game Lsu

1.5

Favorite

Little Caesars Bowl

Wisconsin

Purdue

W Michigan

Belk Bowl NC State

Louisville

December 28

Underdog WISCONSIN-MILW

MISSISSIPPI ST

Fla Atlantic

MINNESOTA

C Michigan

WYOMING

Cal-Irvine

Cal-Santa Barb

10.5

SAN DIEGO

OREGON ST

16.5

Illinois-Chi

Drexel

6.5

NIAGARA

California

Favorite

Odds

Underdog

CAPITALS

-$120

Flyers

MAPLE LEAFS

-$170

Hurricanes

Notre Dame

SABRES

-$160

Senators

PENGUINS

-$110

Red Wings

Washington

Canucks

-$175

BLUE JACKETS

BRUINS

-$180

Kings

RANGERS

-$170

Stars

PANTHERS

-$155

Devils

NHL

Holiday Bowl Texas

Points

Air Force

Military Bowl Toledo

Alabama

Note: The (V) after the opening line denotes that Virginia Tech opened as a favorite College Basketball

December 27

December 29 Champs Sports Bowl Alamo Bowl December 30 Armed Forces Bowl 2.5

Tulsa

Pinstripe Bowl 2

Iowa St

Music City Bowl Miss St

Utah

Chick Fil-A Bowl

January 2

Temple

Rutgers

Liberty Bowl

Underdog

New Mexico Bowl

Byu

Northwestern

Fight Hunger Bowl

Points

Saturday

Baylor

Sun Bowl

Gator Bowl

Monday

Florida St

Iowa

Meinke Car Care Texas Bowl

Ga Tech

Sunday

6.5

15.5

Texas A&M

Saturday

Favorite

Oklahoma December 31

Thursday

Independence Bowl

F O O T B A L L

6.5

Wake Forest

Hawaii Bowl At Honolulu Nevada (7-5) vs. Southern Mississippi (11-2), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Monday, Dec. 26 Independence Bowl At Shreveport, La. North Carolina (7-5) vs. Missouri (7-5), 5 p.m. (ESPN2) Tuesday, Dec. 27 Little Caesars Pizza Bowl At Detroit Western Michigan (7-5) vs. Purdue (6-6), 4:30 p.m. (ESPN2) Belk Bowl At Charlotte, N.C. North Carolina State (7-5) vs. Louisville (7-5), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Wednesday, Dec. 28 Military Bowl At Washington Air Force (7-5) vs. Toledo (8-4), 4:30 p.m. (ESPN) Holiday Bowl At San Diego Texas (7-5) vs. California (7-5), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Thursday, Dec. 29 Champs Sports Bowl At Orlando, Fla. Florida State (8-4) vs. Notre Dame (8-4), 5:30 p.m. (ESPN) Alamo Bowl At San Antonio Baylor (9-3) vs. Washington (7-5), 9 p.m. (ESPN) Friday, Dec. 30 Armed Forces Bowl At Dallas Tulsa (8-4) vs. BYU (9-3), Noon (ESPN) Pinstripe Bowl At Bronx, N.Y. Rutgers (8-4) vs. Iowa State (6-6), 3:30 p.m. (ESPN) Music City Bowl At Nashville, Tenn. Mississippi State (6-6) vs. Wake Forest (6-6), 6:40 p.m. (ESPN) Insight Bowl At Tempe, Ariz. Oklahoma (9-3) vs. Iowa (7-5), 10 p.m. (ESPN) Saturday, Dec. 31 Meineke Car Care Bowl At Houston Texas A&M (6-6) vs. Northwestern (6-6), Noon (ESPN) Sun Bowl At El Paso, Texas Georgia Tech (8-4) vs. Utah (7-5), 2 p.m. (CBS) Liberty Bowl At Memphis, Tenn. Vanderbilt (6-6) vs. Cincinnati (9-3), 3:30 p.m. (ESPN) Fight Hunger Bowl At San Francisco UCLA (6-7) vs. Illinois (6-6), 3:30 p.m. (ESPN) Chick-fil-A Bowl At Atlanta Virginia (8-4) vs. Auburn (7-5), 7:30 p.m. (ESPN) Monday, Jan. 2 TicketCity Bowl At Dallas Penn State (9-3) vs. Houston (12-1), Noon (ESPNU) Capital One Bowl At Orlando, Fla. Nebraska (9-3) vs. South Carolina (10-2), 1 p.m. (ESPN) Outback Bowl At Tampa, Fla. Georgia (10-3) vs. Michigan State (10-3), 1 p.m. (ABC) Gator Bowl At Jacksonville, Fla. Florida (6-6) vs. Ohio State (6-6), 1 p.m. (ESPN2) Rose Bowl At Pasadena, Calif. Oregon (11-2) vs. Wisconsin (11-2), 5 p.m. (ESPN) Fiesta Bowl At Glendale, Ariz. Stanford (11-1) vs. Oklahoma State (11-1), 8:30 p.m. (ESPN)

CANADIENS

-$160

Islanders

PREDATORS

-$150

Flames

JETS

-$125

Wild

Sharks

-$145

AVALANCHE

Tuesday, Jan. 3 Sugar Bowl At New Orleans Michigan (10-2) vs. Virginia Tech (11-2), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Wednesday, Jan. 4 Orange Bowl At Miami West Virginia (9-3) vs. Clemson (10-3), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Friday, Jan. 6 Cotton Bowl At Arlington, Texas Kansas State (10-2) vs. Arkansas (10-2), 8 p.m. (FOX) Saturday, Jan. 7 BBVA Compass Bowl At Birmingham, Ala. Pittsburgh (6-6) vs. SMU (7-5), Noon (ESPN) Sunday, Jan. 8 GoDaddy.com Bowl At Mobile, Ala. Arkansas State (10-2) vs. Northern Illinois (10-3), 9 p.m. (ESPN) Monday, Jan. 9 BCS National Championship At New Orleans LSU (13-0) vs. Alabama (11-1), 8:30 p.m. (ESPN) Saturday, Jan. 21 East-West Shrine Classic At St. Petersburg, Fla. East vs. West, TBA, (NFLN) Saturday, Jan. 28 Senior Bowl At Mobile, Ala. North vs. South, 4 p.m. (NFLN) Saturday, Feb. 5 Texas vs. Nation At San Antonio Texas vs. Nation, 2 p.m. (CBSSN)

B A S K E T B A L L NBA Development League East Conference ...............................................................W L Pct GB Springfield ............................................ 4 1 .800 — Iowa ...................................................... 5 3 .625 1⁄2 Canton .................................................. 3 3 .500 11⁄2 Dakota .................................................. 3 3 .500 11⁄2 Fort Wayne........................................... 3 3 .500 11⁄2 Maine .................................................... 2 4 .333 21⁄2 Erie........................................................ 2 5 .286 3 Sioux Falls ........................................... 1 5 .167 31⁄2 West Conference ...............................................................W L Pct GB Bakersfield ........................................... 5 1 .833 — Los Angeles ......................................... 6 3 .667 1⁄2 Austin .................................................... 4 2 .667 1 Tulsa ..................................................... 5 3 .625 1 Rio Grande Valley............................... 5 4 .556 11⁄2 Idaho..................................................... 2 4 .333 3 Reno ..................................................... 2 4 .333 3 Texas .................................................... 1 5 .167 4 Saturday's Games Fort Wayne 94, Erie 87 Maine 103, Canton 81 Iowa 103, Sioux Falls 89 Austin 106, Rio Grande Valley 105 Bakersfield 117, Texas 97 Idaho 97, Los Angeles 90 Sunday's Games Dakota 93, Tulsa 80 Monday's Games Texas at Los Angeles, late Today's Games Canton at Sioux Falls, 8 p.m.

NBA 2011 Preseason Schedule Friday's Games Philadelphia at Washington, 7 p.m. Chicago at Indiana, 7 p.m. Cleveland at Detroit, 7:30 p.m.

BULLETIN BOARD

New Orleans at Memphis, 8 p.m. Saturday's Games New York at New Jersey, 2 p.m. Milwaukee at Minnesota, 8 p.m. San Antonio at Houston, 8 p.m. Sacramento at Golden State, 10:30 p.m. Sunday's Games Boston at Toronto, 1 p.m. Orlando at Miami, 6 p.m. Oklahoma City at Dallas, 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 19 Atlanta at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Utah at Portland, 10 p.m. L.A. Clippers at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20 Washington at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Detroit at Cleveland, 7 p.m. Indiana at Chicago, 8 p.m. Dallas at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. Phoenix at Denver, 9 p.m. Golden State at Sacramento, 10 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21 Miami at Orlando, 7 p.m. Minnesota at Milwaukee, 8 p.m. Memphis at New Orleans, 8 p.m. Portland at Utah, 9 p.m. Toronto at Boston, 7:30 p.m. New Jersey at New York, 7:30 p.m. Houston at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m. L.A. Lakers at L.A. Clippers, 10:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 22 Charlotte at Atlanta, 7:30 p.m. Denver at Phoenix, 10 p.m.

CAMPS

College Basketball USA Today/ESPN Top 25 Poll The top 25 teams in the USA Today-ESPN men’s college basketball poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, records through Dec. 11, points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one point for a 25th-place vote and previous ranking: Record Pts Pvs 1. Syracuse (28)............ 10-0 746 3 2. Ohio State (2) ............ 8-1 671 2 3. Kentucky .................... 8-1 665 1 4. Louisville .................... 9-0 658 4 5. Duke ........................... 9-1 618 5 6. North Carolina........... 8-2 608 6 7. Baylor.......................... 7-0 539 7 8. Missouri...................... 9-0 512 10 9. Xavier ......................... 8-0 503 8 10. Connecticut ............. 8-1 485 9 11. Marquette ................ 9-0 466 11 12. Kansas ..................... 7-2 441 13 13. Florida ...................... 7-2 418 12 14. Pittsburgh ................ 9-1 356 14 15. Wisconsin ................ 8-2 317 16 16. Mississippi State ..... 9-1 251 18 17. Georgetown ............ 8-1 246 21 18. Michigan................... 7-2 185 19 19. Illinois ....................... 10-0 182 22 20. Indiana ..................... 9-0 171 — 21. Alabama................... 8-2 143 15 22. Texas A&M.............. 8-1 108 25 23. Michigan State......... 8-2 107 — 24. Creighton ................. 7-1 54 17 25. Vanderbilt................. 6-3 51 — Others receiving votes: Harvard 43, Murray State 42, California 29, Memphis 27, San Diego State 26, Purdue 14, Gonzaga 13, Virginia 12, Saint Louis 9, UNLV 9, Saint Mary’s 5, Saint Joseph’s 5, Stanford 5, Oklahoma 4, Northern Iowa 3, Northwestern 3. Top 25 College Basketball Schedule Today's Games No. 14 Wisconsin at Milwaukee, 8 p.m. No. 17 Mississippi State vs. Florida Atlantic, 9 p.m. No. 20 Michigan vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff, 7 p.m. Wednesday's Games No. 2 Ohio State vs. South Carolina-Upstate, 7:30 p.m. No. 6 Baylor vs. Bethune-Cookman, 8 p.m. Thursday's Games No. 10 Missouri vs. Kennesaw State, 8 p.m. No. 14 Wisconsin vs. Savannah State, 8 p.m. No. 24 Murray State vs. Lipscomb, 8 p.m. Friday's Games No games scheduled Saturday's Games No. 1 Syracuse at NC State, 6:30 p.m. No. 2 Ohio State at South Carolina, Noon No. 3 Kentucky vs. Chattanooga, 8 p.m. No. 4 Louisville vs. Memphis, 4 p.m. No. 5 North Carolina vs. Appalachian State, 6 p.m. No. 6 Baylor at BYU, 2 p.m. No. 11 Marquette vs. Northern Colorado, 4 p.m. No. 13 Florida vs. No. 22 Texas A&M at BankAtlantic Center, Sunrise, Fla., 2:30 p.m. No. 15 Pittsburgh vs. South Carolina State, 6 p.m. No. 16 Georgetown vs. American, Noon No. 17 Mississippi State at Detroit, Noon No. 18 Indiana vs. Notre Dame at Conseco Fieldhouse, 4:30 p.m. No. 19 Illinois vs. UNLV at the United Center, 5 p.m. No. 20 Michigan vs. Alabama A&M, Noon No. 21 Michigan State vs. Bowling Green, 7 p.m. No. 23 Alabama vs. Kansas State at the Sprint Center, Kansas City, Mo., 10 p.m. No. 24 Murray State vs. Arkansas State, 8 p.m. No. 25 Creighton vs. Houston Baptist, 8:05 p.m. No. 25 Vanderbilt vs. Indiana State, 5:30 p.m. Sunday's Games No. 8 Xavier vs. Oral Roberts, 1 p.m. No. 9 UConn vs. Holy Cross at the XL Center, Hartford, Conn., 1 p.m. No. 10 Missouri vs. William & Mary, 3 p.m. College Basketball Schedule Today's Games EAST Drexel at Niagara, 7 p.m. Boston U. at Villanova, 7 p.m. SOUTH Spalding at Chattanooga, 7 p.m. Presbyterian at South Carolina, 7 p.m. NC A&T at UCF, 7 p.m. Atlanta Christian at Alcorn St., 8 p.m. Belmont at Middle Tennessee, 8 p.m. Bethel (Tenn.) at UT-Martin, 8 p.m. FAU at Mississippi St., 9 p.m. MIDWEST Dartmouth at IPFW, 7 p.m. Ark.-Pine Bluff at Michigan, 7 p.m. Rochester at Oakland, 7 p.m. Michigan Tech at Green Bay, 8 p.m. Wisconsin at Milwaukee, 8 p.m. Cent. Michigan at Minnesota, 9 p.m. SOUTHWEST Nicholls St. at Texas, 8 p.m. FAR WEST UC Santa Barbara at San Diego, 9 p.m. UC Irvine at Wyoming, 9 p.m. Ill.-Chicago at Oregon St., 10 p.m. Jackson St. at Saint Mary’s (Cal), 10 p.m. Pacifica at Santa Clara, 10 p.m. Monday's College Basketball Scores EAST Baruch 78, Rutgers-Camden 71 Fordham 74, Siena 59 Lehigh 95, Arcadia 55 Ramapo 86, St. Joseph’s (LI) 83 Rutgers 81, Monmouth (NJ) 66 The Women's Top Twenty Five The top 25 teams in the The Associated Press’ women’s college basketball poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, records through Dec. 11, total points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one point for a 25th-place vote and previous ranking: ............................................................Record Pts Prv 1. Baylor (39)..................................... 10-0 975 1 2. UConn ........................................... 9-0 930 2 3. Notre Dame .................................. 9-1 896 3 4. Stanford......................................... 6-1 852 4 5. Maryland ....................................... 11-0 803 5 6. Tennessee.................................... 5-2 773 7 7. Miami ............................................. 8-1 723 9 8. Kentucky ....................................... 10-0 717 10 9. Duke .............................................. 7-2 637 6 10. Texas A&M................................. 7-2 575 8 11. Rutgers ....................................... 9-1 560 11 12. Ohio St. ....................................... 8-1 547 13 13. Georgia ....................................... 8-1 480 14 14. Louisville..................................... 8-2 457 15 15. Texas Tech ................................ 8-0 451 16 16. Penn St. ...................................... 8-0 364 17 17. Georgetown ............................... 9-2 316 19 18. North Carolina............................ 7-1 313 18 19. Green Bay................................... 8-0 241 21 20. Vanderbilt ................................... 10-0 220 23 21. Delaware..................................... 8-0 209 22 22. Purdue ........................................ 7-3 206 12 23. DePaul ........................................ 8-2 166 20 24. Texas .......................................... 6-2 130 25 25. Nebraska .................................... 9-1 54 — Others receiving votes: California 21, Virginia 11, LSU 8, Oklahoma 8, Southern Cal 7, Arizona St. 4, Arkansas 4, Georgia Tech 3, Northwestern 3, Tulane 3, BYU 2, Gonzaga 2, Michigan 2, Florida St. 1, Kansas 1. Ballots Online: http://tinyurl.com/43tz39t Women's College Basketball Schedule Today's Games EAST Boston U. at Boston College, 7 p.m. DePaul at Princeton, 7 p.m. Tennessee at Rutgers, 7 p.m. Fairfield at St. Francis (NY), 7 p.m. Md.-Eastern Shore at Towson, 7 p.m. SOUTH Columbia (SC) at Presbyterian, 11:30 a.m. Belhaven at Nicholls St., 7:30 p.m. UCLA at LSU, 8 p.m. MIDWEST Wright St. at Miami (Ohio), 7 p.m. Niagara at Ohio, 7 p.m. Southern U. at Ohio St., 7:30 p.m. Mo.-St. Louis at Saint Louis, 8 p.m. SOUTHWEST Louisiana Tech at Arkansas St., 8:05 p.m. UALR at Oral Roberts, 8:05 p.m. N. Colorado at UTEP, 9:05 p.m. FAR WEST Oregon St. at CS Bakersfield, 10 p.m. W. Oregon at Portland St., 10 p.m. Santa Clara at Seattle, 10 p.m.

G O L F World Golf Ranking Through Dec. 11 1. Luke Donald.................................. 2. Rory McIlroy.................................. 3. Lee Westwood.............................. 4. Martin Kaymer .............................. 5. Adam Scott....................................

ENG NIR ENG GER AUS

www.timesleader.com

10.29 8.00 7.81 6.78 5.66

The 10th Annual Paul McGloin Pitching Camp will be held at Riverfront Sports on Dec. 26th, 27th, and 28th from 9:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Cost is $145. For more information call 570-878-8483 or visit www.electriccitybaeball.com. The Misericordia University Baseball Academy’s Winter Camp will be held in the Anderson Center on Misericordia campus, beginning Jan. 15th and running for five consecutive Sundays. Cost is $95. Registration online at athletics.misericrdia.edu. The Third Annual Electric City Baseball and Softball Academy Winter Hitting League will be held at Connell Park with session one beginning Jan. 8th and session two on Feb. 5th Each session meets four consecutive Sundays. Cost is $125 per player. For more information call 570-878-8483 or visit www.electriccitybaseball.com LEAGUES Back Mountain Youth Soccer will host an indoor soccer league beginning Jan. 13th through March for ages U6 to high school age at the Penn State Lehman Campus gym. Games will be played on weekends. All area intramural and travel teams are welcome. Individual players seeking a team can sign up online as well. Divisions will be set to ensure fair competition. More information and sign up sheets are available online at www.bmysa.org. Registration closes Dec. 31st. MEETINGS REGISTRATIONS/TRYOUTS Moosic Mets Baseball 17U Showcase Team is now accepting online registrations for their upcoming winter tryout for the 2012 summer/ fall season. Varsity level players graduating in years 2015 to 2013 are eligible. For more information and to register, visit www.moosicmets.net. UPCOMING EVENTS The 16th annual Tip-Off Basketball Tournament Finals, sponsored by the Lady Spartans of Wyoming Valley West and the Rotary Club of Plymouth, will take place at the WVW gym on Tuesday, Dec. 13th. Junior varsity will play at 4:30 p.m., the varsity consolation game at 6 p.m. and the varsity championship game at 7:30 p.m.

Bulletin Board items will not be accepted over the telephone. Items may be faxed to 831-7319, dropped off at the Times Leader or mailed to Times Leader, c/o Sports, 15 N, Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250.

6. Steve Stricker ............................... 7. Dustin Johnson ............................ 8. Jason Day ..................................... 9. Webb Simpson ............................. 10. Matt Kuchar................................. 11. Charl Schwartzel........................ 12. Nick Watney................................ 13. Graeme McDowell ..................... 14. Phil Mickelson ............................ 15. K.J. Choi...................................... 16. Sergio Garcia ............................. 17. Justin Rose ................................. 18. Hunter Mahan............................. 19. Paul Casey.................................. 20. Bubba Watson ............................ 21. Alvaro Quiros.............................. 22. Tiger Woods ............................... 23. Robert Karlsson ......................... 24. Kyung-Tae Kim .......................... 25. David Toms ................................ 26. Bill Haas ...................................... 27. Bo Van Pelt ................................. 28. Ian Poulter................................... 29. Rickie Fowler.............................. 30. Keegan Bradley.......................... 31. Sang-Moon Bae.......................... 32. Jason Dufner .............................. 33. Simon Dyson .............................. 34. Anders Hansen .......................... 35. Zach Johnson............................. 36. Thomas Bjorn ............................. 37. Brandt Snedeker ........................ 38. Louis Oosthuizen ....................... 39. Francesco Molinari .................... 40. Fredrik Jacobson ....................... 41. Peter Hanson.............................. 42. Geoff Ogilvy................................ 43. Miguel Angel Jimenez............... 44. Y.E. Yang .................................... 45. John Senden .............................. 46. Darren Clarke ............................. 47. Martin Laird................................. 48. Jim Furyk .................................... 49. Aaron Baddeley.......................... 50. Ryo Ishikawa .............................. 51. Gary Woodland .......................... 52. Gonzalo Fernandez-Castano ... 53. Retief Goosen ............................ 54. Ben Crane ................................... 55. Ernie Els...................................... 56. Ryan Moore ................................ 57. Jonathan Byrd............................. 58. Matteo Manassero ..................... 59. Robert Allenby ........................... 60. Mark Wilson................................ 61. Toru Taniguchi ........................... 62. Vijay Singh .................................. 63. Edoardo Molinari........................ 64. Greg Chalmers........................... 65. Alexander Noren ........................ 66. Joost Luiten ................................ 67. Lucas Glover .............................. 68. Chez Reavie ............................... 69. Hiroyuki Fujita ............................ 70. Kevin Na...................................... 71. Rory Sabbatini ............................ 72. Ryan Palmer ............................... 73. Nicolas Colsaerts....................... 74. Jeff Overton ................................ 75. Anthony Kim ...............................

USA USA AUS USA USA SAF USA NIR USA KOR ESP ENG USA ENG USA ESP USA SWE KOR USA USA USA ENG USA USA KOR USA ENG DEN USA DEN USA SAF ITA SWE SWE AUS ESP KOR AUS NIR SCO USA AUS JPN USA ESP SAF USA SAF USA USA ITA AUS USA JPN FIJ ITA AUS SWE NED USA USA JPN KOR SAF USA BEL USA USA

5.56 5.48 5.23 5.15 4.90 4.88 4.86 4.72 4.68 4.46 4.01 3.99 3.90 3.87 3.83 3.79 3.69 3.68 3.62 3.61 3.53 3.48 3.46 3.35 3.34 3.33 3.31 3.30 3.21 3.21 3.20 3.19 3.18 3.17 3.15 3.06 3.04 2.98 2.94 2.92 2.89 2.87 2.87 2.87 2.81 2.78 2.77 2.65 2.51 2.51 2.46 2.46 2.43 2.28 2.27 2.26 2.22 2.21 2.19 2.14 2.12 2.10 2.10 2.08 2.07 2.07 2.01 2.00 1.99 1.95

B O X I N G Fight Schedule Dec. 17 At Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, N.J. (SHO), Andre Ward vs. Carl Froch, 12, for Froch’s WBC Super World and WBC super middleweight titles; Bowie Tupou vs. Donnell Holmes, 10, heavyweights. Dec. 23 At Bangkok, Thailand, Pongsaklek Wonjongkam vs. Hirotumi Mukai, 12, for Wonjongkam’s WBC flyweight title; Adrian Hernandez vs. Kompayak Porpramook, 12, for Hernandez’s WBC junior flyweight title. Dec. 30 At Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, Cabazon, Calif. (SHO), Andre Dirrell vs. Darryl Cunningham, 10, super middleweights; Jermain Taylor vs. Jessie Nicklow, 10, middleweights. Dec. 31 At Yokohama, Japan, Takashi Uchiyama vs. Jorge Solis, 12, for Uchiyama’s WBA World junior lightweight title; Celestino Caballero vs. Satoshi Hosono, 12, for Caballero’s WBA World featherweight title.

CMYK ➛

THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

I N

B R I E F

BILLS

Chan Gailey comes to Fitzpatrick’s defense

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — There’s no question, Buffalo Bills coach Chan Gailey would prefer Ryan Fitzpatrick to be more consistent after the quarterback’s worst start of the season and, perhaps, career. Then again, Gailey adds the same concern would apply for the rest of his team in the midst of a six-game skid that’s officially knocked Buffalo (5-8) out of playoff contention. Gailey came to Fitzpatrick’s defense Monday, a day after the quarterback was criticized following a 37-10 loss at San Diego. Fitzpatrick went 13 of 34 for 176 yards and two interceptions, the second one returned for a touchdown. Gailey has no questions — “none, zero,” he says — regarding Fitzpatrick’s role as the team’s long-term starter. The Bills host Miami (4-9) on Sunday. BUCCANEERS

Raheem Morris says he’s not focused on job security

TAMPA, Fla. — Raheem Morris insists he isn’t worried about job security. The coach of the struggling Tampa Bay Buccaneers reiterated Monday that his young team is not a finished product and that he remains focused on doing whatever he can to end a sevengame skid that’s ensured the club of a losing record for the second time in three seasons under Morris. The collapse following a 4-2 start that included wins over NFC South rivals New Orleans and Atlanta has created speculation about whether ownership might consider a coaching change only a year after Morris appeared to have the NFL’s youngest team headed in the right direction. The Bucs (4-9) face Dallas (7-6) at home Saturday night, then close the season with trips to Carolina and Atlanta.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 3B

Haley relieved of duties as K.C. coach He leaves with a 19-27 record, but led Chiefs to playoffs in 2010. Def. coordinator Crennel is interim man. By DAVE SKRETTA AP Sports Writer

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The losses kept mounting, the tension kept growing and ultimately Kansas City Chiefs general manager Scott Pioli decided the status quo was no longer good enough. It was time to part ways with Todd Haley. The Chiefs fired the combustible head coach Monday with the team Haley led to a surprising AFC West title less than a year ago stuck at the bottom of the division following a series of devastating injuries and discouraging blowouts. The Chiefs dropped to 5-8 after Sunday’s 37-10 loss the New York Jets, their fifth loss in six games. Kansas City committed 11 penalties for 128 yards in the

dismal performance, including a 15-yarder on Haley for unsportsmanlike conduct that may have sealed his fate. “Timing in these situations is always diffiHaley cult. There never seems to be a right time,” Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt said. “We just felt the inconsistent play the team has experienced throughout the season, including yesterday’s game, made today the right day to do it.” Haley wasn’t the only coach fired Monday; the Dolphins also dumped Tony Sparano after just four seasons. Jacksonville’s Jack Del Rio was fired last month. Defensive coordinator Romeo Crennel will serve as the Chiefs’ interim coach for the final three games, and Pioli said he will be considered for the permanent job. “I don’t perceive Todd Haley as a mis-

take,” Pioli said. “Todd Haley is a good football coach. I’ll say that. What we need to do is figure out what direction we’re headed in and how we’re going to continue to make progress, how we can get some consistency back.” Haley took over a team that won six games the previous two seasons under Herm Edwards, and he leaves with a 1927 record in his first NFL head coaching job. But despite winning the AFC West last season, it’s hard to tell if the team improved under his watch. The quarterback situation was a mess, even when Matt Cassel was healthy, and the offensive line has three players in Ryan Lilja, Barry Richardson and Casey Wiegmann who may not be back next season. Despite a background on offense, Haley only managed to coax the unit into an average of 293.8 yards, which ranked 28th in the league, and 177.4 yards through the air — 30th out of 32 teams. It was that lackluster performance that cost Haley his job.

Ending 4-game skid has team thinking playoffs

By STEVEN WINE AP Sports Writer

Browns defend McCoy concussion procedures

JETS

Leonhard out for season

NEW YORK — Jets coach Rex Ryan says safety Jim Leonhard will miss the rest of the season with a torn patellar tendon in his right knee after being injured in Sunday’s victory over the Kansas City Chiefs. Leonhard underwent an MRI exam, which confirmed Monday what the Jets first feared when he went down on a tackle following an interception. It is the second straight year Leonhard has been lost for the season because of a devastating injury. Leonhard broke the same leg in a collision with teammate Patrick Turner during practice a little more than a year ago. PATRIOTS

Sideline spat, defensive woes come to forefront

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The sideline spat between Tom Brady and his offensive coordinator seems to have been patched up. The New England Patriots defense will take longer to fix. Brady and Bill O’Brien got into a heated argument, shown on national television, after the quarterback threw an interception in the end zone in the fourth quarter of the Patriots 34-27 win over the Washington Redskins on Sunday. Brady said he deserved to be yelled at after making a bad play. Coach Bill Belichick declined to discuss the incident on Monday. The Patriots allowed 463 yards, the eighth time in 13 games they gave up at least 427. Still, they’ve won their last five games and are tied for the AFC’s best record at 10-3 heading into next Sunday’s game at the Denver Broncos.

Miami head coach joins unemployed Dolphins have not made playoffs in nine of last 10 years and are in midst of third straight losing season.

BROWNS

BEREA, Ohio — Browns coach Pat Shurmur maintains his team’s medical staff followed NFL guidelines when quarterback Colt McCoy was cleared to go back in Thursday’s game at Pittsburgh despite a concussion. McCoy did not show signs of a concussion until after the game, Shurmur said. The second-year QB was laid out on a helmet-to-helmet hit from Pittsburgh’s James Harrison, who is facing league penalties and possibly a suspension. Shurmur refused to provide a “yes or no” answer when asked specifically if the team tested McCoy for a concussion while he was on the sideline. McCoy was off the field for less than four minutes before returning to the game and throwing a costly interception in Cleveland’s 14-3 loss. McCoy did not practice Monday and Shurmur does not know if he will be able to play Sunday at Arizona.

“I guess you never expect it because you always try to be optimistic about things, but this is the NFL. It’s just the nature of the beast,” linebacker Derrick Johnson said. “It goes on all the time, throughout the year. I won’t say it’s no big deal — it’s a very big deal for the Kansas City Chiefs right now — but this goes on throughout the year.” Hunt and Pioli met late Sunday to discuss Haley’s future, and again Monday morning. They met with Haley after coming to their decision and then informed the rest of the coaching staff. Crennel met with the players shortly afterward. “Romeo is going to do things the way Romeo knows how to do them,” Pioli said while seated alongside Hunt in a crowded interview room. “I know Romeo is very similar to Todd. Todd was very passionate about football, Todd was very passionate about this football team, these players, and he was very passionate about winning. Romeo has a lot of those very qualities.”

AP PHOTO

Eli Manning (10) and the Giants control their own playoff destiny after defeating the Cowboys Sunday night. New York only has to win two of its three games and sweep Dallas to make the postseason.

One Giant step for New York By TOM CANAVAN AP Sports Writer

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The gloom of four straight losses has been lifted and for the first time in more than a month, the New York Giants can see the finish line in this injury-riddled season. With their 37-34 win over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night, the Giants (7-6) are in control of their postseason hopes. Believe it or not. It was hard feeling that way coming off losses to San Francisco, Philadelphia, New Orleans and Green Bay over the past month, but pulling one out in Dallas with yet another fourth-quarter rally has made the picture clear. “I don’t think it mattered how we did it, I think bottom line was about just getting a win,” center Kevin Boothe said. “We haven’t won in a long time and our opportunities are getting short. So, it didn’t matter who we were playing and how much we won by. We always would

like to win by a lot more but just getting back in the win column and putting ourselves in the position to have an opportunity. That is what we play for, to have meaningful games in December and here we are with everything in front of us. We just have to take advantage of it.” If the Giants beat the Redskins, Jets and Cowboys, they are heading back to the playoffs for the first time since after the 2008 season. Remarkably, Tom Coughlin spent most of this season talking to his team about the importance of finishing after second-half collapses led to missing the postseason the last two years. Doing it this year would be special since the team lost cornerback Terrell Thomas, linebacker Jonathan Goff and second-round draft pick Marvin Austin to injuries in training camp and starting left tackle Will Beatty to an eye injury during the season. In all, New York has 12 players on injured reserve. “I’m pleased that they’re fighting and working their tails off and I’m happy

that they were reinforced last night, but it certainly doesn’t stop here,” Coughlin said. “There’s a lot of work to be done.” The Giants are also going to have to deal with more injuries. Defensive captain Justin Tuck, who has missed four games with neck and groin injuries, has been slowed by a toe problem the past two games and he told WFAN in his weekly interview that he does not know whether he’ll be able to play against the Redskins at MetLife Stadium. Coughlinalsodisclosedthatlefttackle David Diehl (hand), tight end Jake Ballard (wrist) and backup tight end Travis Beckum (bruised chest) might miss a little practice this week but they are expected to play against the Redskins, a team that beat the Giants to open the season. The Giants don’t have to win their final three games to make the playoffs. If they finish at 9-7 and sweep the season series with Dallas, they will capture the division.

Many concerns on tab for NFC West champs The Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers don’t seem to have much momentum heading into the stretch run after losing two of their last three. What they do have is a growing list of concerns, most of them on offense. Running back Frank Gore is hurting, quarterback Alex Smith had his worst performance of the season in Sunday’s loss to division rival Arizona and the offensive line has surrendered 18 sacks over the past three games. There are also the team’s season-long struggles in the red zone, which proved to be the difference against the Cardinals as San Francisco drove inside the 10 three times only to settle for field goals. On top of that, the NFC West champs have a tough Monday night game against Pittsburgh coming up next.

Suddenly, the 49ers’ grip on the conference’s No. 2 playoff seed isn’t as strong as it once was, though coach Jim Harbaugh doesn’t seem overly concerned. “Heylook,weknowthere’sgoingtobe criticism,” Harbaugh said Monday. “We know there’s going to be why’s for what happened, for what took place. ... and we’re not going to talk about it. We’re going to talk about it to our players, to our team, and make a real effort as we always do to try to address (them) and get them fixed. We’ll take on those problems.” At10-3, San Francisco is tied with New Orleans for the second-best record in the NFC behind unbeaten Green Bay. The 49ers have the edge over the Saints in tiebreakers based on conference record. Any chance they have of securing a first-round bye, however, could dwindle if their red zone issues persist. San Fran-

cisco has scored touchdowns a leagueworst 35.6 percent of the time (16 of 45) from inside the opposing 20. The NFL average is 52 percent. The problem has gotten worse as the season has gone along, too. In their last 19 trips inside the red zone, the 49ers have only three touchdowns with 15 field goals and one interception. That includes Sunday’s 0-for-3 effort. Harbaugh acknowledged he’s involved in the red zone play-calling but doesn’t plan to take on a bigger role despite the problems. “Offensively we moved the ball and then didn’t take as much of an advantage of the turnovers and the opportunities in the red zone that we could have. ...,” Harbaugh said. “There was a lot of opportunities to win the football game and we did not get it done.”

MIAMI — Tony Sparano has been fired as coach of the Miami Dolphins, the third dismissal of an NFL coach in the past two weeks. The move came Monday, one day after the Dolphins lost to the Philadelphia Eagles to fall to 4-9. The defeat ended a recent surge by the Dolphins after they lost their first seven games. With two other teams already in the market for a new coach, owner Stephen Ross didn’t want to wait any longer to start shopping. Sparano’s Sparano dismissal came hours after the Kansas City Chiefs fired coach Todd Haley. Jacksonville fired coach Jack Del Rio on Nov. 29. Todd Bowles, who had been Miami’s assistant head coach and secondary coach, will be the interim head coach for the final three games, starting Sunday at Buffalo. Jeff Ireland will remain as general manager and take part in the coaching search. The Dolphins are assured of their third consecutive losing season, the longest such streak since the 1960s. They’ll miss the playoffs for the ninth time in 10 years. “The results speak for themselves,” Ross said at a hastily called news conference. “We’re looking to becoming a winning organization, and I thought this was the best time to make the change and let us go in a direction that will allow us to become that.” Ross is expected to pursue a coach with star power. Among those mentioned as possible candidates are Bill Cowher, Jeff Fisher and Jon Gruden. “I’d like to find a young Don Shula if that’s possible,” Ross said with a smile. Joining Ross at the news conference was Ireland, who hired Sparano in Miami and also worked with him in Dallas. “It’s a difficult day for me,” Ireland said. “He’s a friend of mine. He has been a colleague of mine from before we got here together.” With Ireland remaining in charge of personnel, a coach of Cowher’s caliber might not be interested in coming to Miami. On the other hand, Ireland stressed the need for an experienced coach, which might rule out hiring an assistant. “You’re looking for the best candidate out there, a guy who has been in the trenches before,” Ireland said. “You’re looking for some of the same qualities I saw in Tony — a tireless worker, a guy who understands offense and defense. We’ll talk about those things as the weeks go by, and exactly what we’re looking for, and iron out a plan that best fits what Mr. Ross is looking for.” Bowles, in his fourth season with the Dolphins, is among those who will be interviewed. He’s the sixth coach since 2004 for the Dolphins, who haven’t won a playoff game since 2000 and haven’t reached the Super Bowl since 1984.

CMYK PAGE 4B

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

B OYS BAS K E T BA L L

➛

H.S. GIRLS BASKETBALL ROUNDUP

JACKSON

Dallas too much for its rival

Continued from Page 1B

The Times Leader staff

DALLAS – Four Dallas players finished in double figures as the Mountaineers won at home against rival Lake-Lehman, 57-48 on Monday night. Shane Dunn (21 points), Paul Brace (14), Jason Simonovich (11) and Bob Saba (10) led the Mounts, who built a 34-23 lead at halftime. Pete Borum scored 16 to lead the Black Knights. Kevin Bohan added 10.

Lake-Lehman (48): Bohan 5 0-0 10, James 1 0-2 2, Poepperling 3 0-3 7, O’Connor 3 2-2 8, Borum 7 2-6 16, Novitski 2 0-0 5, Dizbon 0 0-0 0. Totals 21 4-13 48. Totals Dallas (57): Behm 0 1-2 1, Brace 7 0-0 14, B. Saba 4 1-4 10, Simonovich 3 4-6 11, Dunn 8 4-8 21, Zapoticky 0 0-1 0, M. Saba 0 0-0 0. Totals 22 10-21 57. Lake-Lehman............................... 14 9 13 12 — 48 Dallas ............................................ 20 14 8 15 — 57 3-Point Field Goals— LL 2 (Poepperling, Novitski); DAL 3 (B. Saba, Simonovich, Dunn)

MMI Prep 55, Weatherly 47 The host Preppers broke out for 28 points in the fourth quarter to rally for a non-league win over the Wreckers. Senior George Gera led MMI with 17 points, followed by 15 from Aaron Kollar and 11 by Cory Rogers.

Weatherly (47): Coll 7 0-0 14, L. Reiner 6 3-4 17, Sipler 1 0-1 2, Miller 0 0-0 0, Stallone 2 2-5 6, J. Reiner 0 2-2 2, Haganey 1 2-4 4, Samson 0 0-0 0, Wallish 1 0-2 2. Totals 18 9-18 47. MMI Prep (55): G. Gera 5 7-8 17, Kollar 4 6-8 15, Rogers 2 6-6 11, Wenner 0 0-0 0, Marchetti 0 1-2 1, Karschner 4 0-0 8, Connors 0 0-0 0, J. Gera 0 0-0 0, Kupsho 1 0-1 2, Van Hoekleen 0 1-2 1. Totals 16 2127 55. Weatherly...................................... 10 10 13 14 — 47 MMI Prep...................................... 11 4 12 28 — 55 3-Point Field Goals— WEA 2 (L. Reiner 2); MMI 2 (Kollar, Rogers)

Meyers 56, Coughlin 44 Alex Pape netted a game-high 14 points to lead the Mohawks to the victory after they cruised out to a 22-5 lead in the first quarter. Marcus Cobb (11 points) and Nate Oliver (10) reached doublefigures for the Crusaders. Meyers (56): Smith 3 1-2 9, Pape 3 8-9 14, Kendra 0 0-0 0, Krawczeniuk 2 3-5 7, Szafran 0 0-0 0, Moore 5 2-8 13, Johnson 4 0-0 9, Miller 1 0-0 2, Walters 1 0-0 2. Totals 15 13-16 56. Coughlin (44): Cobb 5 1-4 11, Jeremiah 1 2-2 4, Davis 2 2-2 6, Trout 0 0-0 0, Flaherty 2 5-5 9, N. Oliver 4 0-0 10, Keen 2 0-2 4, Cerep 0 0-0 0, Clark 0 0-0 0. Totals 16 10-15 44. Meyers .......................................... 22 12 16 6 — 56 Coughlin ....................................... 5 17 12 10 — 44 3-Point Field Goals— MEY 3 (Smith, Moore, Johnson); COU 2 (N. Oliver 2)

Abington Heights 58, Wyoming Valley West 54 The Spartans were outscored by six points in the final quarter as the Comets pulled out the victory. James McCann scored 19 points for Valley West, including three 3s, while Ryan Hoinski chipped in with 12 points. Abington’s J.C. Show poured in a game-high 24 points.

Abington Heights (58): Show 7 7-10 24, Calvey 2 2-2 6, Elwell 4 7-8 16, Vassil 1 6-6 8, Murray 1 0-0 2, Maxwell 1 0-0 2. Totals 16 22-26 58 Wyoming Valley West (54): McCann 8 0-0 19, Hoinski 4 2-3 12, Good 3 0-0 8, Ingram 3 1-4 7, Gimble 4 0-0 8. Totals 22 3-7 54. Abington Heights......................... 10 12 17 19 — 58 Wyoming Valley West ................ 19 7 15 13 — 54 3-Point Field Goals— AH 4 (Show 3, Elwell); WVW 7 (McCann 3, Hoinski 2, Good 2)

Berwick 45, Montoursville 42 Berwick pulled out a narrow win on Saturday against Montoursville 45-42 behind Eric May’s 11 total points scored. Contributing to the win were Jeremy Clausen and Kyle Miller totaling eight points each. Matt Krezmer led the way for Montoursville totaling 13 points.

BERWICK (45): Melito 0 0-0 0, Gaizick 0 7-8 7, Clausen 3 2-3 8, May 5 0-1 11, Curry 0 0-0 0, Ladonis 1 0-0 2, Pierce 0 0-0 0, Fenstermacher 0 1-2 1, Gensel, 1 1-2 2, Miller 3 0-0 8, Bridge 1 0-0 2, Morrison 2 0-2 4 MONTOURSVILLE (42): Beaver 2 0-0 4, Bair 1 0-0 2, Krezmer 5 2-2 13, Karscher 2 0-0 4, Young 1 2-4 4, Hall 2 0-0 4, Pepperman 2 1-2 6, Dunne 3 1-2 5 Berwick ........................................... 11 12 6 16 — 45 Montoursville.................................. 13 10 8 11 — 42 3-Point Field Goals— BER 3 (Miller, May); MON 3 (Krezmer, Pepperman, Dunne)

Meyers game moved The site for today’s boys basketball game between Meyers and Holy Cross has been changed. The game will be played at Holy Cross. It was originally scheduled for Marywood University.

THE TIMES LEADER

FRED ADAMS/FOR THE TIMES LEADER

Coughlin’s Marissa Ross tries to knock the ball away from Meyers’ Amy Kowalczyk during the first half of play Monday night.

Degnan leads WA to victory

The Times Leader staff

WILKES-BARRE – Wyoming Area’s Serra Degnan led all scorers with 16 points to help lift Wyoming Area to a 46-39 win over GAR on Monday night. Abby Thornton (12) and Ashlee Blannett (10) also finished in double figures for the Warriors. Unique Twyman and Breana Mosier each scored 12 for the Grenadiers.

Wyoming Area (46): Degnan 5 5-8 16, N. Turner 0 1-2 1, Radzwilka 2 2-4 7, Blannett 4 2-5 10, Thornton 4 4-10 12, Coolbaugh 0 0-0 0. Totals 15 14-29 46. GAR (39): Twyman 5 2-5 12, Mosier 6 0-0 12, Nichol 0 0-1 0, Spence 2 3-9 7, Leco 2 0-0 4, Seabrook 1 2-4 4, Domzalski 0 0-0 0, Parrilla 0 0-0 0. Totals 16 7-19 39. Wyoming Area........................... 13 10 13 10 — 46 GAR............................................. 10 10 8 11 — 39 3-Point Field Goals— WA 2 (Degnan, Radzwilka); GAR 0

Meyers 46, Coughlin 27 Amy Kowalczyk netted 17 points, including four field goals from behind the arc, to lead all scorers and help the Mohawks to the easy victory over the Crusaders. Dannah Hayward scored a team-high 10 points for Coughlin.

Coughlin (27): Hayward 4 0-0 10, Eaton 1 2-2 4, Flaherty 3 0-0 6, Zigler 1 0-0 2, Sebastian 1 0-0 2, Georgetti 0 1-2 1, Ross 0 2-8 2. Totals 10 5-12 27. Meyers (46): DiMaggio 2 0-0 5, Quinones 1 1-2 3, Kowalczyk 6 1-1 17, Biggs 3 1-2 7, Moses 0 2-2 2, Soto 1 2-6 4, Robertson 4 0-0 8. Totals 17 7-13 46. Coughlin........................................ 4 5 9 9 — 27 Meyers .......................................... 8 13 11 14 — 46 3-Point Field Goals— COU 2 (Hayward 2); MEY 5 (DiMaggio, Kowalczyk 4)

East Stroudsburg South 48, Berwick 42, OT Tara Steakin scored 21 points and Lisa Steakin added 16 to lead ESS to the overtime victory. For the Bulldogs, Caty Davenport scored 15 points, including nine in the second half and overtime, while Kelly Sheptock added 10.

Berwick (42): Steeber 0 0-0 0, Davenport 5 5-6 15, Shortlidge 1 0-1 2, Bridge 3 1-4 8, Palermo 2 1-2 5, Sheptock 4 2-3 10, Floryshak 1 0-0 2. Totals 16 9-16 42. East Stroudsburg South (48): Swinton 2 0-0 4, Eck 0 0-0 0, L. Steakin 6 2-4 16, Lippold 2 1-2 5, Menio 0 2-2 2, Gill 0 0-0 0, Johnson 0 0-2 0, C. Steakin 6 6-11 21. Totals 16 11-21 48. Berwick ...................................... 5 14 9 9 5 — 42 East Stroudsburg South ......... 9 11 10 7 11 — 48 3-Point Field Goals— BER 1 (Bridge); ESS 5 (L. Steakin 2, T. Steakin 3)

Northampton 49, Holy Redeemer 31 Chelsea Deutch totaled 21 points to lead Northampton over Holy Redeemer. For Holy Redeemer Paige Makawski, Alana Wilson, and Alyssa Platko each totaled six points to lead the effort.

Northampton(49): Deutch 13 8-10 21, Bragg 3 0-0 7, Marks 2 0-1 4, Hall 2 3-6 7, Brink 3 0-0 6, Schroettner 1 0-0 2, Holy Redeemer (31): Wignot 1 1-3 3, Makawski 1 4-6 6, Warnagiris 0 2-2 2, Murray 1

BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE TIMES LEADER

GAR’s Julianna Leco, left, drives past Wyoming Area’s Serra Degnan during Monday’s game in Wilkes-Barre. 2-3 4, Frascella 0 4-4 4, Alana Wilson 3 0-1 6, Platko 3 0-0 6 Northampton ................................ 13 15 12 9 — 49 Holy Redeemer ........................... 8 7 7 9 — 31 3-Point Field Goals— NOR 2 (Deutch, Bragg);

Tunkhannock 49, Lake-Lehman 36 Lisa Kintner totaled 14 points to lead Tunkhannock to a win over Lake-Lehman. Katie Proulx contributed with 10 points while Amelia Ayers and Gabby Alguire totaled eight each. Cayle Spencer led the effort for Lake-Lehman by totaling 16 points.

Tunkhannock (49): Ayers 1 6-8 8, Holdren 0 0-0 0, Brown 0 0-0 0, Custer 0 0-0 0, Wruble 0 0-0 0, Nafus 1 2-2 4, Reposa 0 0-0 0, Dudock 0 0-0 0, Proulx 5 0-2 10, Underwood 0 0-0 0, Alguire 1 6-11 8, Williams 2 1-2 5, Kintner 6 2-4 14, Nole 0 0-0 0, Bonner 0 0-0 0; Totals: 16 17-30 49 Lake-Lehman (36): Yamrick 0 0-0 0, Sutliff 2 2-5 8, Brooks 1 0-0 3, Konopinski 1 1-2 4, Sutton 1 0-0 2, Belchner 0 0-0 0, A. Williams 0 0-0 0, Mosier 0 0-0 0, Moosic 1 0-0 3 B. Williams 0 0-0 0, Leskowski 0 0-0 0, Oplinger 0 0-0 0, Mahoney 0 0-0 0, Spencer 7 2-5 16; Totals: 13 5-12 36 Tunkhannock ............................... 14 4 13 18 — 49 Lake-Lehman ............................... 7 8 6 15 — 36 3-Point Field Goals— LAKE 5 (Sutliff, Brooks, Konopinski, Moosic)

Nanticoke 58, North Schuylkill 48 Teresa Kalinay scored 17 points along with two 3-pointers to lead Nanticoke to a win on Monday night.

Katie Wolfe contributed with 10 points of her own while Kayley Schinski and Samantha Gow totaled eight points each.

North Schuylkill (48): Deater 9 4-6 22, Graso 1 1-3 3, Paul 2 0-0 5, Reinoehl 2 4-6 8, Belinski 1 0-0 2, Semanchik 2 0-0 4, Spotts 2 0-0 4, Marone 0 0-0 0, Li. Damiter 0 0-0 0, La. Damiter 0 0-0 0; Totals 19 9-15 48 Nanticoke (58): Higgins 1 0-0 3, Brassingtin 0 4-4 4, Sugalski 3 1-2 8, Wolfe 2 6-8 10, Schinski 3 0-0 8, Kalinay 4 7-10 17, Gow 3 1-4 8, Yalch 0 0-0 0, Kile 0 0-0 0, Holl 0 0-0 0; Totals 16 19-28 58 North Schuylkill ............................4 15 13 16 — 48 Nanticoke...................................... 8 10 25 15 — 58 3-Point Field Goals— NS 1 (Paul); NAN 7 (Higgins, Sigalski, Schinsky, Callanay, Gowe)

Scranton 33, Hazleton Area 31 Becca Zamonas totaled 11 points in the effort for Hazleton Area as it lost a heartbreaker to Scranton. Keana Schoennagle and Annie Bono totaled eight points each for the Cougars as well.

Hazleton Area (31): Bono 3 1-2 8, Schoennagle 2 3-5 8, A. Marchetti 0 0-0 0, B. Marchetti 0 0-0 0, Sitch 0 0-0 0, Woznicki 1 0-2 2, Bachman 0 0-0 0, Ciccozzi 0 1-2 2, Carter 0 0-0 0, Zamonas, 9 2-3 11; Totals 27 4-7 31 Scranton (33): Cannizzo 0 0-0 0, MacAndrew 6 2-3 9, Schickeletti 2 0-2 2, McGowan 0 0-1 0, K. Foster, 13 3-3 13, Watts 2 0-0 2, McHugh 5 2-4 7; Totals 24 7-13 33 Hazleton Area ................................ 9 6 9 7 — 31 Scranton.......................................... 10 11 7 5 — 33 3-Point Field Goals— HAZ 5 (Bono, Schoenaggle, Demonis); SCR 4 (MacAndrew, Foster, McHugh)

crowd filed out, with some shouting disparaging remarks to the board. “My son needs this motivation,” said William Gately, a single father whose son Bill is a member of the team. “(The coaches) got more out of him than I could. He comes home and praises the coaches, the trainers and everybody else.” Jackson had a 227-83-3 record in 27 seasons at Dallas. His teams have posted a losing record just once, when the 2009 squad finished 2-8. Dallas won the PIAA Class 2A state championship in 1993 and was in the District 2 Class 3A championship game two of the last three years. However, Jackson has also had some issues during his tenure. He was suspended for one game in 2007 for an incident that happened at a private residence. Dallas was put on probation by District 2 for the 2008 and 2009 seasons for a benchclearing brawl in the 2008 season opener against Williamsport. Jackson was also suspended for a year by District 2 – a penalty later reduced to four games after it was appealed to the PIAA Board of Directors – for a Sept. 18, 2009, incident at halftime of a game at Tunkhannock in which several Dallas players urinated on the tennis courts. The Dallas School Board later approved payments totaling $5,324.92 for legal fees for the hearings and cleaning of the tennis courts. Dallas had seven sanctions in all imposed for the incident, including having its probation extended through the 2010 and 2011 seasons. “It was a culmination of a number of things,” said board president Catherine Wega, who voted to retain Jackson at an April 2009 meeting. “If you look back throughout history you’ll see there were split votes throughout the years. Sometimes things happened, and we’ve opened positions before.” Board member Karen Kyle was one of four who voted against Jackson in April 2009. She did again Monday as did Dr. Richard Coslett and Maureen Matiska. Also voting to open the position were Charles Preece and new board members Fred Parry, Larry Schuler and Colleen Slocum. “There is no doubt in my mind he’s an outstanding football coach,” Kyle said. “But there are some things that have happened over the years that make me believe we should open the position.”

www.timesleader.com

TED JACKSON Age: 60 Years coaching: 27 years as head coach at Dallas Career Record: 227-83-3 Career Highlights · 1993 PIAA 2A state championship · Three District 2 championships · Four Eastern Conference championships · His 227 career victories rank only behind George Curry (413) and Paul Marranca (236) as the most by coaches who spent all or a majority of their careers coaching in the Wyoming Valley Conference. · His 227 career victories ranked him third among active District 2 coaches at the end of the 2011 season. Only Dunmore’s Jack Henzes (357) and Mid Valley’s Frank Pazzaglia (340) have more.

The school district also investigated an alleged assault of a player by Jackson in the final minute of an Oct. 8 game with Wyoming Valley West. Galicki said a few days after the game the allegation was unfounded. The player’s mother said Sunday her son wasn’t assaulted. Gridiron Club president Nick Zapoticky, whose son Ryan is the starting quarterback, presented the board with a petition with over 500 signatures in support of Jackson prior to the vote. Players F.J. Costantino, Ryan Monk, Buddy Shutlock and Dante Zurenda also voiced their support for Jackson before the board. “I’m telling you right now,” Zurenda said, “getting rid of Coach Jackson is a very big mistake. Not only is he an outstanding coach but an outstanding man (with) almost 30 years of Dallas tradition.” A large contingent of players attended the meeting in support of Jackson. Monday was the fourth time in seven years that Jackson’s position was thought to be in jeopardy. · At the April 2009 meeting, the school board voted 5-4 to retain Jackson. Goeringer and Wega along with Russ Bigus, Dennis Goechel and Gary Mathers voted to keep Jackson. Coslett, Kyle, Matiska and Dick Ostrowski voted against him. · In February 2008, Jackson was retained when he and seven other coaches were hired by a 5-4 vote. The board voted for the coaches as a single group after a motion by board member Rich Orloski to vote on each separately was defeated 5-4. · In May 2004, Jackson was retained by a 6-3 margin as the board made a single vote on him and 10 other coaches. Goechel had made a motion to vote for each coach individually, but it was defeated 5-4. A motion by board member James Richardson to table the football coach vote also failed 5-4.

SOKOLOSKI

those quick to condemn him as being over the top, if not out of control. “I was at a Christmas party Continued from Page 1B where people didn’t know me and they were talking about actions on the field made him look like an alter boy over the this incident,” Parry said, who didn’t reveal exactly which past two seasons, even if his incident. “They didn’t know I mouth didn’t always seem was listening and I was ready to accept communion. amazed at the way the reSo Jackson’s language gets awfully salty. That puts him on sponses were.” Dallas board members dea long list of highly-successful cided to deliver their own coaches who’ve put together response, after listening to programs to swear by. criticism of their coach. They From the reaction of some told Jackson to take a hike. fans, you’d swear Jackson They just better realize pummeled a kid he simply because of him, the next guy pulled away from the field in coming in has a real mountain the waning moments of a to climb. victory over Wyoming Valley West. In the process, Jackson may have prevented the possi- Paul Sokoloski is a Times Leader bility of a fight between the sports columnist. You may reach teams with his quick action. him at 970-7109 or email him at All that seems to get lost on psokoloski@timesleader.com.

LOCAL ROUNDUP

NHL

To the Max: LCCC women topple Central Penn

Parise, Henrique key New Jersey’s win

The Times Leader staff

NANTICOKE – Nicole Maximowicz turned in another double-double as she led LCCC to a 58-47 victory over Central Penn on Monday night. Maximowicz finished with 17 points and 15 rebounds in the home win.

Chelsea Cormier and Michelle Bugonowicz added 14 and 11 points for the Trailblazers, respectively.

GIRLS SWIMMING Holy Redeemer 110, Abington Heights 76

Julie Ann Mahle and Rachel

Finnegan placed first in four events against Abington Heights in girls swimming from Friday night. Elizabeth Finnegan and Alexa Kalafut placed first in three events while Olivia Vitali won the diving competition to contribute to the victory.

The Associated Press

TAMPA, Fla. — Zach Parise and Adam Henrique both had a goal and two assists to lead the New Jersey Devils past the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-4 on Monday night. Parise,HenriqueandIlyaKovalchuk each scored in the second period as the Devils broke open a tie

game after both teams scored twice in the first. Petr Sykora and Dainius Zubrus hadtheothergoalsforNewJersey, which had lost five of seven. SteveStamkoshadtwogoalsfor the Lightning, losers of seven of eight. Steve Downie and Blair Jones also scored. Tampa Bay goalie Dwayne Roloson was replaced

by Mathieu Garon early in the second after allowing three goals on 12 shots. Parise scored 56 seconds into the second on an odd-man rush to make it 3-2. After Kovalchuk had a breakaway goal at 5:42, Henrique gave the Devils the three-goal advantage during a short-handed 2-on-none with 6:37 to go in the period.

CMYK THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

➛

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 5B●

COLLEGE BASKETBALL

Orange move to poll’s top Kentucky drops to No. 3 after loss to Indiana. Hoosiers enter poll at No. 18. By JIM O’CONNELL AP Basketball Writer

Jim Boeheim has been coaching for 35 years and one thing he has learned is that players are able to focus on basketball even when there is a whirlwind around them. The Syracuse program has been in the headlines since former assistant coach Bernie Fine was alleged to have molested two former ball boys. Quietly, the Orange have found a way to the top of The Associated Press’ Top 25. “Young kids constantly have different things going in their lives, school, relationships, how they are playing, a million things go through their minds,” Boeheim said Monday. “They have the ability to focus on things they have to do and they get it done. It’s a great thing about kids, that older people tend to get caught up or get unfocused, get caught up more in outside influences and can’t separate them. Kids aren’t like that. They focus on what they control and go forward. It’s a good thing about being young.” The Orange (10-0) jumped from third to No. 1 following losses this weekend by Kentucky and Ohio State. They received 51 first-place votes from the 65-member national media panel. It’s the fourth time they’ve topped the poll and the first time since a one-week appearance late in 2009-10. Syracuse was No. 1 in the 1987-88 preseason poll and for six weeks in 1989-90. It’s something that means a lot to a program. “We’re proud to be No. 1 in the country,” Boeheim said. “It’s an honor but obviously in today’s world you could only be there until your next game if you’re not careful. There’s so much balance out there. I think it’s still a big honor for our players to get to that spot and we have played well. We have to play better but that’s OK because it’s a great challenge and

The Top Twenty Five The top 25 teams in The Associated Press’ college basketball poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, records through Dec. 11, total points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one point for a 25th-place vote and previous ranking: ..................................................Record PtsPrv 1. Syracuse (51) ..................... 10-01,607 3 2. Ohio St. (7) .......................... 8-11,478 2 3. Kentucky (4)........................ 8-11,468 1 4. Louisville (2)........................ 9-01,374 5 5. North Carolina (1)............... 8-21,373 4 6. Baylor ................................... 7-01,284 6 7. Duke..................................... 9-11,273 7 8. Xavier................................... 8-01,122 8 9. UConn.................................. 8-11,087 9 10. Missouri ............................. 9-01,030 10 11. Marquette .......................... 9-0 988 11 12. Kansas............................... 7-2 945 13 13. Florida................................ 7-2 891 12 14. Wisconsin.......................... 8-2 728 14 15. Pittsburgh .......................... 9-1 696 15 16. Georgetown ...................... 8-1 602 18 17. Mississippi St.................... 9-1 574 17 18. Indiana ............................... 9-0 462 — 19. Illinois................................. 10-0 375 24 20. Michigan ............................ 7-2 354 20 21. Michigan St. ...................... 8-2 310 — 22. Texas A&M ....................... 8-1 270 22 23. Alabama ............................ 8-2 204 16 24. Murray St........................... 10-0 93 — 25. Creighton........................... 7-1 88 19 25. Vanderbilt .......................... 6-3 88 — Others receiving votes: Harvard 73, San Diego St. 59, Virginia 57, UNLV 41, Stanford 39, Saint Louis 26, Gonzaga 25, Memphis 13, Cleveland St. 7, N. Iowa 7, Arizona 5, California 3, Long Beach St. 3, Northwestern 2, Wichita St. 1. Ballots Online: http://tinyurl.com/43u6jr6

we’re looking forward it.” The Orange’s big win this season was over then-No. 10 Florida, but they have been impressive in the others, especially on the defensive end behind Boeheim’s famous 2-3 zone. “I think one thing is we have balance offensively and defensively,” Boeheim said. “We have really good balance. I think that’s important to have a great team. We have the balance individually and as a team and that’s what’s really good about this team and hopefully we’ll get better but I’m sure all coaches think that right now.” Ohio State (8-1), which didn’t have star center Jared Sullinger in the loss to Kansas, stayed second, while Kentucky (8-1) dropped from first to third following the buzzer-beating loss to Indiana. The Hoosiers, one of four newcomers this week, moved in at 18th, their first appearance since 2007-08. Ohio State, which hasn’t had Sullinger for two games because of back spasms, received seven firstplace votes, three more than Kentucky. Louisville, which had two No. 1 votes, and North Carolina, which had one, switched places from last week at fourth and fifth. Baylor, Duke, Xavier, Connecti-

cut and Missouri rounded out the top 10. Marquette was 11th followed by Kansas, Florida, Wisconsin, Pittsburgh, Georgetown, Mississippi State, Indiana, Illinois and Michigan. The last of the ranked teams were Michigan State, Texas A&M, Alabama, Murray State and Creighton and Vanderbilt, who were tied for 25th. Christian Watford’s 3 at the buzzer moved Indiana (9-0) into the poll for the first time since Tom Crean took over as coach following Kelvin Sampson’s dismissal after the 2007-08 season. The other newcomers this week were No. 21 Michigan State (8-2), No. 24 Murray State (10-0) and No. 25 Vanderbilt. Michigan State is in for the first time this season. The Spartans have won eight straight — including a win over Gonzaga last week — since opening the season with losses to North Carolina and Duke. Murray State joined the rankings for the first time since the final poll of 1997-98. The Racers beat Memphis on the road last week. Vanderbilt is back in the rankings after one week out. The Commodores, who were No. 7 in the preseason poll, welcomed back center Festus Ezeli, who missed the first six games of the season after being suspended by the university for accepting meals and a hotel room from a booster and two more because of a right knee injury, in a win over Davidson last week. Memphis (5-3) was 11th in the preseason poll and reached as high as eighth. But the Tigers, who lost to Michigan and Georgetown in the EA Sports Maui Invitational, dropped out from 21st following the home loss to Murray State. Gonzaga (5-2) lost to Michigan State this week and fell out from 23rd. Harvard (9-1) moved into the rankings for the first time in school history last week but the Crimson dropped out after a 67-53 loss at Connecticut.

Four penalized Bearcats apologize By JOE KAY AP Sports Writer

CINCINNATI — Suspended Cincinnati forward Yancy Gates apologized to everyone, from his family to his entire hometown, for throwing punches that left much more than just a bloody gash below the eye of a Xavier player. Then, he wept. The Bearcats made their four suspended players attend a news conference on Monday and apologize for their part in a brawl that ended eighth-ranked Xavier’s 7653 victory on Saturday and brought the city a lot of bad national publicity. No one was shown in the replays more than Gates, a 6-foot-9, 260-pound player who flattened Xavier’s Kenny Frease with a blindside punch. Frease got a cut below the left eye and fell to the court, where he was kicked by another Cincinnati player. “I’m just not that type of person,” Gates said, his eyes tearing. “A lot of people have been calling me a thug, a gangster ...” Gates then lowered his head and wiped away tears before covering his eyes with his black and red warmup shirt and crying. The public apologies were the latest step in both schools’ attempt to repair their images and their rivalry, which has always had an edge but never spilled over into a brawl until Saturday at Xavier’s Cintas Center. With 9.4 seconds left, Xavier senior guard Tu Holloway taunted Cincinnati’s bench, upset that one Bearcat player had made disparaging remarks about him leading up to the game. The words led to shoves, Gates threw the basketball at Holloway and the free-for-all erupted. Four players from each team have been suspended. Cincinnati gave six-game penalties to Yates, starting center Cheikh Mbodj and freshman forward Octavius Ellis for joining in the brawl. Freshman guard Ge’Lawn Guyn

AP PHOTO

Cincinnati’s Yancy Gates wipes tears from his eyes on Monday at a news conference where he apologized for his part in a fight that broke out at the end of Saturday’s game versus Xavier.

was suspended for one game for his exchange with Holloway at the start of the confrontation. Xavier suspended Holloway for one game, starting guard Mark Lyons for two, and starting forward Dez Wells and reserve Landen Amos for four games each. Holloway apologized on Sunday for instigating the brawl with his trash talking. Gates, who grew up in Cincinnati, thought he might get kicked off the team for his flurry of punches that hit at least two Xavier players in the face. He spent Saturday night watching television replays of the fight and fearing it would be the end of his career. “It looks bad, it was bad,” he said. “The whole situation was bad. That’s the only thing that kept going through my mind, that it might be over, a lot of people won’t want me playing. I just had to sit back and wait and see what was going to happen. “They kept showing it (on television), which made it worse and worse.” Coach Mick Cronin said Monday that the suspended players will get anger-management counseling and do some form of com-

munity service as part of their punishment. The local prosecutor said in a statement on Monday that he would determine whether any criminal charges are appropriate, but declined further comment. “Anything we’re asked to do, we will comply with,” Cronin said. “Whatever they feel they need to do, we understand.” The future of the annual rivalry game is in question. It’s developed a nasty edge, with a lot of buildup to the game in the media and the community. The raw moments from previous games get replayed and rehashed in the days leading up to the game. On Sunday, Xavier athletics director Mike Bobinski said the series should continue, with the schools turning it into “a celebration of the Division I basketball that’s played in the city of Cincinnati and not the Hatfield and McCoy event that it’s turned into over the years.” Cincinnati athletics director Whit Babcock said on Monday that he’s unsure whether there will be another game. He said the series should continue only if they can “change the culture of the game.”

SUBMITTED PHOTO

Coughlin grad Justin Accordino started the season wrestling and ranked at 157 pounds for Hofstra and has since moved down to 149 to help out the team. Overall, he is 7-6 for the Pride this season.

Accordino nationally-ranked

Justin Accordino was scheduled to wrestle at 157 pounds – he was nationally ranked – this season, but is still wrestling at 149 pounds for the Hofstra wrestling team. Accordino (Coughlin) is 5-4 at 149 and 2-2 at 157. He’s ranked 17th in the country in the latter weight. “After planning on wrestling at 157 pounds this season, Justin was very unselfish going down to 149 pounds for us after an injury,” coach Rob Anspach said. “We needed him at 149 so as not to forfeit that weight class to Wisconsin and he wrestled well on short notice. And, he placed eighth in Las Vegas (Cliff Kean Invitational) and now it’s his spot to lose.” Accordino was 13-8 in tournaments only at 141 as a red-shirt freshman and he really came on strong the next season when he was 25-13 with 11 falls at the same weight and earned an at-large berth to the NCAA Division I Tournament. He followed that up by competing in one match and one tournament before a knee injury ended his season. He gained a medical red-shirt. Last season he moved up to 149 and was 9-6 with three pins in limited action. “Justin has basically missed the last two seasons with knee injuries,” Anspach said. “But he’s progressing well this year and started out very well. He is working his way back into wrestling shape and is a little bit inconsistent right now but, overall, he is doing a great job and is improving each and every match. He is working with Gregor Gillespie (assistant coach) to be more consistent on the mat and we are seeing that the past couple of weeks.” Accordino is 50-28 in his career with 19 pins. The Pride returns to action Jan. 1-2 at the Southern Scuffle in Chattanooga, TN. FLANAGAN IMPROVING – Junior Alyssa Flanagan (Hazleton Area) is starting for the Bloomsburg women’s basketball team. The 5-foot-6 guard leads the Huskies in assists with 51 and is also averaging 6.2 points and 2.8 rebounds with 11 steals. She had 14 points, eight assists, four rebounds and three steals in a 77-68 victory over California, Pa. and had 13 points and eight assists in an 83-61 victory over Philadelphia Sciences. “Alyssa has REALLY improved her game this season,” coach Bill Cleary said. “She has realized that she needs to become more of an offensive threat for us. In that California game, she was four-for-four from 3-point range and was a big factor in that win.” Cleary calls Flanagan “our glue.” “Alyssa means so much to us,” he said. “She is one of the main reasons why we have come such a long way as a program.” Sophomore Brianna Dudeck (Hazleton Area) is also on the squad. A reserve guard, she’s averaging 1.1 points with five rebounds, two assists and two

ON CAMPUS BILL ARSENAULT steals. The Huskies are 8-2 overall and 2-2 in PSAC play and face Chestnut Hill Monday in a nonleaguer in Philadelphia. LAVAN A TEAM PLAYER – Senior James Lavan (Coughlin) has started all eight games at guard for the Marywood men’s basketball team. The 5-foot-11 tri-captain is averaging 6.6 points with 17 assists, nine steals and nine rebounds. He had a career-high 19 points in a recent 70-60 victory over Arcadia. “Jimmy is one of the hardest working, toughest players that I’ve ever coached,” Eric Grundman said. “He places the team above his own personal agenda and goals and does anything and everything to win.” According to the coach, Lavan takes his job as tri-captain seriously. “He has outstanding leadership abilities,” Grundman said. “And, he’s playing solid basketball this year and has improved his quickness as he has recovered from ankle injuries suffered early last year.” The injuries cost Lavan the final seven games last season. “I believe that Jimmy will continue to improve throughout the course of the season as well as leave a lasting imprint on our program of sacrifice, commitment and high character,” Grundman said. The Pacers are 4-4 overall and 3-2 in the Colonial States Athletic Conference. BELL’S CONTRIBUTING – Sophomore Chris Bell of Wyoming (Choate Rosemary Hall Prep) is a key member of the George Washington men’s squash team. Bell has been playing at either No. 7 or 8 for the Colonials, who are ranked 17th in the country. He’s currently 6-3 with one of his losses against No. 24 Connecticut coming after games of 11-4, 7-11, 9-11, 11-2 and 7-11. In a recent match against Bowdoin he came out on the other end of a tough 5-game victory. He’s also suffered close losses against No. 1 Trinity and No. 3 Princeton. “C.J is extremely fit and a hard-worker both on the court and in the classroom,” coach Wendy Lawrence said. “He is dedicated to his training and he is hungry to play hard and work his way into the top of the team ladder.” The Colonials return to action Jan. 11 at Navy. MIHAL HELPED LEHIGH – The Lehigh football team posted an 11-2 record this season and saw that season come to an end with a 24-0 loss to No. 2 seed North Dakota State in the Football Championship Subdivision quarterfinals last Saturday in Fargo. Senior Fred Mihal (Dallas), a 6-foot-4, 245-pound linebacker, had three tackles for Lehigh in that game and finished the

season with 43 tackles, including 28 solos. He had 4.5 tackles for losses of 17 yards with two sacks. He also had three pass breakups, two quarterback hits, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery. Mihal started his career at tight end but moved to linebacker his junior year. SZULBORSKI LEADS THE WAY – Senior Kasia Szulborski is a key member of the Dickinson women’s swim team that saw its dual meet record go to 7-3 with a 110-95 victory over Messiah last week. Szulborski (Dallas) was a member of the winning 200 medley relay (2:00.86) and finished fourth in both the 100 (58.81) and 200 (2:06.59) freestyle races against Messiah. “Kasia is a great team leader,” coach Paul Richards said. “Her experience in our program makes her a valuable resource to the underclassmen.” Szulborski also competes in the 50 free and with the free relays for the Red Devils. “I think Kasia is significantly ahead physically from last year and we expect great success from her the second half of the season.” BARLETTA COMING ON – Freshman Chris Barletta (Hazleton Area) is finding his way as a member of the Castleton State men’s basketball team. The 6-foot, 165-pound guard has seen action off the bench in all eight games for the 4-4 Spartans and is averaging 3.9 points with 21 assists, 12 rebounds and 10 steals. “Chris has been making steady progress,” coach Paul Culpo said. “We are playing a very fast-paced style and that has probably helped Chris to some degree. He’s been a spark coming off the bench.” Culpo feels that Barletta will be a very good player for Castleton as he progresses. “One thing Chris needs to work on is his jump shot,” the coach said. “He needs to get more consistent, but all-in-all, I’m extremely happy with his progress to date.” INJURIES SLOWING ROOSA – For the second straight season Bloomsburg red-shirt junior wrestler Josh Roosa (Crestwood) has been slowed by injuries. He’s 8-3 this season, was 12-10 last season and won 20 matches the year before as a red-shirt freshman. “Josh battled injuries last year and was healthy coming into this season,” coach John Stutzman said. “He was doing well and had been improving but he is currently injured again and will be out for a while.” Roosa didn’t compete in the PSAC Championships last weekend, the Huskies finishing second. Freshman Mike Mirra (Crestwood) is also a member of the squad. “Mike is learning the ropes,” Stutzman said. “Right now, he’s starting at 184.” Mirra has a 2-2 record in dual matches and a 2-3 mark in tournaments.

CMYK PAGE 6B

➛

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

THE TIMES LEADER

www.timesleader.com

NBA ROUNDUP

Clippers say no deal to proposed trade for Paul The Associated Press

LOS ANGELES — The day began with the Los Angeles Clippers rejecting a proposed deal by the New Orleans Hornets for Chris Paul and it ended with them claiming five-time All-Star guard Chauncey Billups off waivers and re-signing center DeAndre Jordan. General manager Neil Olshey said Monday the team felt “the cost was just too high” in what it would have to give up to acquire Paul. Olshey declined to identify whom the Clippers had offered in exchange for Paul but their package reportedly included center Chris Kaman, reserve guard Eric Bledsoe, forward Al-Farouq Aminu and their No. 1 pick in the 2012 draft. Reports suggested the Hornets also wanted guard Eric Gordon in-

PLAYOFFS Continued from Page 1B

gals. In the chase for wild-card berths, there’s no predicting what the Falcons, Lions and Bears might do in the NFC. Nor the Jets and Titans in the AFC. The best record among them is New York’s 8-5, a shaky 8-5. Even the Seahawks, Cardinals, Chargers and — hold your breath — Eagles remain alive. “We played like men today,” Eagles defensive end Jason Babin said after a 26-10 victory at Miami lifted them to 5-8, hardly a playoff pace in most years. “Do we have a chance for the playoffs? Maybe. We were kind of out of it, but guys in this locker room decided, ‘We’re going to play and have fun and show you guys we love the game.’ I think that really rang true the whole day.” One thing seems certain: When the NFL season concludes on Jan. 1, there should be plenty of mea-

PENGUINS Continued from Page 1B

coach John Hynes, Grant has shown improvement in the defensive areas of the game. “It’s a nice blend,” Hynes said. “He’s had the ability to skate and be involved with the offense, and he had to be more cognizant defensively. He’s worked at it and he’s done a nice job.” Grant has performed so well that when the Penguins defeated the Hershey Bears on Saturday with a depleted defense corps, Hynes didn’t hesitate using him late in the game to shut down the powerful Hershey offense. After playing sparingly last season, Grant was happy to be handed the important role. “I love that. I was counted on and I love being in that situation,” he said. “There’s no better feeling then when you get called on in the last few minutes to go out there and shut the team down. I take pride in that.” While Grant spent the first two months of the season just trying to crack the lineup, his play over the last couple weeks suggests it may be hard for Hynes to take him out after players get healthy and return from Pittsburgh. Still, Grant isn’t taking his ice time for granted and he knows he has to continue to improve if he wants to avoid more healthy scratches. “Right now the only D that are playing are literally the only ones here. I’m not going to get complacent,” he said. “If I’m not playing well now, it’s not going to help when all the other defensemen come back. I can’t have a bad shift let alone a bad game. I have to stay consistent.”

cluded. “There wasn’t one piece or another piece that killed this deal,” Olshey said. “The aggregate compensation that we were going to have to convey to them was just too much and it was going to hamstring our franchise in the long term.” It’s the second time in five days that a deal moving Paul to Los Angeles fell apart. Last week, NBA Commissioner David Stern nixed a three-team trade by the league-owned Hornets, Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets that would have sent Paul to the Lakers. “This is a superstar player that is obviously in a delicate situation with his current franchise,” Olshey said. “We just felt right now we’re just not going to be able to meet where we’re equally satisfied with the out-

come.” The Clippers used their remaining $3.5 million in salary cap room to claim Billups. The 35-year-old point guard was waived by the New York Knicks last weekend. “We’ve tried eight, 10 times over the years to try and trade for Chauncey. It’s never worked out before,” Olshey said. “This is another great addition to our roster. He’s going to be a great fit with our guys.” Billups averaged 16.8 points, 5.4 assists and 2.6 rebounds in 72 games with Denver and the Knicks last season. He was traded to New York in February. He helped lead Detroit to the NBA championship in 2004, when he was MVP of the finals. Olshey said the decision to acquire Billups was independent of the team rejecting the Horn-

ningful games, both for division championships and wild-card slots. The Cowboys and Giants will face off in the Meadowlands, probably to decide the NFC East. Baltimore is at Cincinnati, with perhaps the division and a wildcard spot on the line. If Seattle and Arizona keep winning, they face off for what could be one of the most unexpected wild cards since the NFL implemented them after merging with the AFL. Detroit visits Green Bay, which could be going for 16-0 while the Lions are trying to squeeze into the postseason for the first time since 1999. Not that everyone in the running deserves to be there. One or even both of the NFC’s wild-card entries might be .500 or 9-7 teams, as compared to 10-6 being required in the AFC. That’s what keeps such teams as the Cardinals (6-7), Cowboys and Giants (both 7-6) going. If Arizona can knock off Cleveland, Cincinnati and Seattle — not exactly a murderer’s row — it could ace out an NFC East or North runner-up.

The Jets control the second wild-card spot in the AFC behind Baltimore or Pittsburgh. New York has become accustomed to being a wild card, using that route to make the last two conference title games. Win out and the Jets fly into the postseason again, but given the way they’ve performed this season, it’s difficult to have confidence they can finish out with a six-game winning streak. “We’ll just do what we can do,” cornerback Darrelle Revis said. “It’s good to know we can get it done on our own.” More likely, none of the teams chasing wild cards will get it accomplished on its own, and each will be looking for kindness during the holidays. Just look at how the Lions struggled to hold off the wretched Vikings on Sunday. “I don’t know if you call it dodging a bullet,” Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford said. “You know, we got to win, so that’s one down, we got three left.” Three wins might be too many to ask from them — and assorted other “contenders.”

“It’s a nice blend. He’s had the ability to skate and be involved with the offense, and he had to be more cognizant defensively. He’s worked at it and he’s done a nice job.” Pens coach John Hynes On Alex Grant

ets’ offer. “This is not a precursor to another move. This is not laying the groundwork for another opportunity,” he said. The Clippers had a need for Billups since Bledsoe is expected to be sidelined six to eight weeks while recovering from right knee surgery on Oct. 7. “He has the ability to add a lot to our organization, on and off the court,” coach Vinny Del Negro said about Billups. “He’s not ready to retire. He has too much left in the tank.” The team matched a $42.7 million, four-year offer sheet from the Golden State Warriors for restricted free agent Jordan, something Olshey told him they would do once they used their cap space. The 23-year-old center appeared in a career-high 80 games

412 Autos for Sale

100 ANNOUNCEMENTS 150 Special Notices

MONTY SAYS

Henningson and Peter Merth both had a good showing on Saturday against Hershey. Both players were playing in the ECHL before getting the call Happy Belated from Wilkes-Barre/ScranBirthday to Dr. ton, and Hynes said they have fit right in. “They have Tom! The Dr. Tom that splits his good defensive instincts and time between habits. They’re the type of Vancouver and guys you want to have – high NYC. If The Grey character and tough to play Cup was on against,” he said. Broadway he • Hynes was also happy would be there! with the play of goaltender LINE UP Scott Munroe, who won A GREAT DEAL... both of his last two starts IN CLASSIFIED! and has a 2.14 GAA and a Looking for the right deal .919 save percentage to go on an automobile? along with three shutouts. Turn to classified. It’s a showroom in print! Munroe has formed a strong Classified’s got tandem with last season’s the directions! AHL Goaltender of the Year Brad Thiessen, an element that Hynes said is crucial for a winning team. “To have success you have to have two guys that can play because you have call-ups, injuries and the amount of games and travel,” Hynes 412 Autos for Sale said. “It’s nice now that we have two guys that can play.” • Thiessen will start tonight as the Penguins host Binghamton. • F Bryan Lerg didn’t practice on Monday. Hynes Very good condisaid it was simply a rest day. tion. Northstar V-8. Dark red. Gray • Injured defenseman leather. Loaded. 1 owner. 24,000 Joey Mormina also didn’t miles. $8,500 practice and won’t play to570-814-7259 night but may be ready for the weekend. D Boris ValaNOTEBOOK bik could play this weekend, Sell your own home! Place an ad HERE • New defensemen Dan Hynes said.

CADILLAC `04 DEVILLE

570-829-7130

last season, averaging 7.1 points, 7.2 rebounds and 1.78 blocks while making 66 starts. Grizzlies, Gasol reach tentative deal MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Marc Gasol announced on Twitter that he has reached a tentative agreement with the Grizzlies keeping him in Memphis. Gasol tweeted on Monday night that he “can’t wait to get on the court with all my teammates!” The Memphis Grizzlies confirmed the agreement later, keeping a player general manager Chris Wallace called one of the franchise’s cornerstones. “Marc has been a Memphis basketball player ever since his high school days at Lausanne, and we’re excited for him to continue his blossoming career

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

CHRYSLER `06 300

4 door sedan in perfect condition. Full service records. All luxury options and features. 25.5 MPG. $12,800. Call 570-371-1615

SUZUKI ‘10 SX4 4x4 6,000 miles. $14,000. ‘08 Ford F250, 4x4 4,000 miles, 4 door, 8 foot bed/with or without plow. $45,000. All showroom new! 570-826-0200 or 570-868-3968

Find the perfect friend.

503

Accounting/ Finance

TAXWANTED PREPARERS

Part time. Knowledge of individual partnerships - corporation tax returns. Send Resume to: 561 N. Main St. Suite 2 Pittston, PA 18640

548 Medical/Health

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Full Time. Busy office. Excellent benefits. Available immediately. Send resumes to: c/o The Times Leader Box 2865 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250.

700 MERCHANDISE 746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets

ONLY ONL NLY NL L ONE N LE L LEA LEADER. E DER D . timesleader.com

2011 Silver Eagles 2011 Holiday .999 Silver Rounds Proof & Mint Sets Estate Jewelry Rare coins from Ancient Rome to Modern Over 35,000 Vintage Postcards (many Holiday & Local) 100’s of Lead Soldiers & Sets Rare Books & Newspapers starting from the 1700’s (many of local interest) Original Artwork & Prints (we do custom framing) Original Movie & Circus posters Vintage Sports items & Pre1970’s cards Crocks, Jugs & Local Bottles

WE BUY

Gold & Silver Coins & Jewelry

EDWARDSVILLE

Highest CA$H Prices

HERITAGE GALLERIES

The Classiﬁed section at timesleader.com

Call 829-7130 to place your ad.

UNIQUE HOLIDAY GIFTS

DALLAS, PA

745 Main Street, Apartment 5 Dec. 13, 14, & 15 5:30pm - 8:00pm Sun., Dec. 18 12pm-6pm Christmas decorations, plates, glasses, couch, TV stand, stereo, wooden stand. Not Handicapped Accessible.

Across from Dallas Agway on Rt. 415 Look for blue & white signs TUES-FRI, 10-6 SAT, 10-5

674-2646

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

FETCH’S

Kielbassi & Meat Market

CHRISTMAS HAM without Fetch’s Kielbasa? – No Way!

180 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming

693-3069 • CALL TODAY! TUES.-SAT., 10am-6pm

Apartments/ Unfurnished

941

Apartments/ Unfurnished

WILKES-BARRE NORTH

800 PETS & ANIMALS

CHEVY `97 ASTROVAN

Beautiful, 4 door. Power steering & brakes. 8 cylinder. Excellent condition. $3,000. Negotiable. 570-762-3504

941

746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets

with the Grizzlies,” Wallace said in a statement. The Commercial Appeal reported Gasol and the Grizzlies agreed on a four-year deal worth nearly $58 million. The center was a restricted free agent, and Grizzlies owner Michael Heisley had said they would match any offer for Gasol to keep together a team that lost to Oklahoma City in seven games in the Western Conference semifinals last spring.

815

Dogs

SAINT BERNARD PUPS ACA, wormed, shots. $550. 570-743-8049

840

Pet Services

PET SITTING in your home! Also offer mid-day walks while you are at work. Reasonable rates! Call for more information: 570592-5362 or email: petsittertech@ gmail.com

KINGSTON

565 Rutter Avenue 3 bedrooms, living, dining & family rooms, 1 new bath, all appliances, A/C, new carpeting & paint, off street parking, heat and hot water included, front & rear porches. No pets, no smoking. $850/per month & security deposit. Personal & credit references required. Call 570-287-4234

Shopping for a new apartment? Classified lets you compare costs without hassle or worry! Get moving with classified!

815 N Washington Street, Rear 1 bedroom, wall to wall carpet, new paint & flooring, eat in kitchen with appliances, enclosed front & back porch, laundry facilities. heat, hot water and cable included. $520 + electric & security. No pets. Call 570-814-1356

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

Do you need more space? A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way to clean out your closets! You’re in bussiness with classified!

950

Half Doubles

KINGSTON

941

Apartments/ Unfurnished

ASHLEY

We Care about the place you call home, & we want you to care about it too!! 2 & 3 bedrooms, reserved parking. Short block to bus stop. $675 & 725 rent includes heat/water/sewer & trash. Application, references, background check, smoke free, pet free, lease + security. Call Terry 570-824-1022

941

Apartments/ Unfurnished

KINGSTON

Recently remodeled 2nd floor, 2 bedroom. Heat & hot/ cold water included. Small, 3rd room. No pets. $700 + security. Call Sam 570-817-4488

Sell your own home! Place an ad HERE 570-829-7130

Private garage & ultra modern state of the art apartment with washer/dryer, air, new carpeting $730 + utilities. 570-881-4993

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

What Do You Have To Sell Today? Call 829-7130 to place your ad. ONLY ONL NL ONE NLY N LE LEA L LEADER. E DER D . timesleader.com

LARKSVILLE

3 bedrooms, 6 rooms, Cherry cabinets, island, yard. Sewer, garbage included. Section 8 okay. $675 plus security. 570-262-0540

Doyouneedmorespace? A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way tocleanoutyourclosets! You’re in bussiness with classified! 953 Houses for Rent

PLYMOUTH

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, no pets, $475/month, plus utilities, lease and security. Nice neighborhood. Call 570-287-2405

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

CMYK

BUSINESS timesleader.com

THE TIMES LEADER

I N

SECTION

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

Farmers’ profits growing

B R I E F

Home sales overstated

National home sales figures will be lowered dating back to 2007 after the private trade group that collects them said the numbers were too high. The National Association of Realtors said Monday it will release the downward revisions for previously occupied homes on Dec. 21. Last year’s total sales figure of 4.91 million was the worst in 13 years. CoreLogic, the California-based data firm that first raised doubts about the annual numbers earlier this year, estimated that the Realtors group overstated sales in 2010 by at least 15 percent.

By JIM SUHR AP Business Writer

Intel lowers projections

Chip-maker Intel Corp. cut its fourth-quarter revenue outlook on Monday to below Wall Street’s expectations due to shortages of hard disk drives. Santa Clara, Calif.-based Intel now expects fourth quarter revenue of $13.4 billion to $14 billion, 6-8 percent below previous forecasts. Intel said companies are reducing inventories and microprocessor purchases because of hard-drive shortages. Floods in Thailand have disrupted computer manufacturers’ production because many companies have factories there.

AP PHOTO

Protesters block a truck from entering Gate 5 at a picket line at a Port of Portland terminal in Portland, Ore., as part of a West Coast ‘day of action.’ Anti-Wall Street protesters along the West Coast joined an effort Monday to blockade some of the nation’s busiest docks, with the idea that if they cut off the ports, they cut into corporate profits.

Occupy targets ports By TERRY COLLINS Associated Press

OAKLAND, Calif. — Hundreds of Wall Street protesters blocked gates at some of the West Coast’s busiest ports on Monday, causing the partial shutdown of several in a dayofdemonstrationstheyhopewillcutinto the profits of the corporations that run the docks. The closures affected some of the terminals at the ports in Oakland, Calif., Portland, Ore., and Longview, Wash., though it was not immediately clear how much the shutdowns would affect operations and what the economic loss would be. While the demonstrations were largely peaceful and isolated to a few gates at each port, local officials in the union that repre-

Google deal scrutinized

European regulators have asked Google to provide more information about its proposed $12.5 billion acquisition of cell phone maker Motorola Mobility. The request is the latest sign that regulators in Europe and the U.S. are taking a hard look at the deal to ensure it doesn’t give Google the means to stifle competition in the increasingly important mobile computing and advertising market. The U.S. Justice Department also is reviewing what would be the biggest acquisition in Google’s 13-year history.

Motor Trend magazine named Ford’s F-150 the Truck of the Year, edging out the Nissan NV commercial van, the Ram HD Laramie Longhorn and the Toyota Tacoma. While Motor Trend tested versions of the pickup with a 5.0-liter V-8 engine, it was Ford’s 3.5-liter V-6 EcoBoost engine that helped capture the award.

$3.46

IT SEEMS LIKE all of the cool tech toys are just over the horizon. Imagine if your desk were a 40-inch iPad, complete with all the fancy touch widgets and swishy animations. Now imagine that the desk can control your computer, and act as a work area, all at the same time. The EXOdesk from EXOPC is all of the above and more. It looks for all the world like a prop from “Star Trek,” only it’s even more cool. Devices like the EXOdesk aren’t just simple toys — they can turn every square inch of your work area into usable surface. The demo video shows other uses. The EXOdesk has an app that makes it

$3.09

$4.06 07/17/08

S&P 500 1,236.47

Name

-18.72

YTD NAV Chg %Rtn

Alliance Bernstein BalShrB m 14.26 -.15 CoreOppA m 11.90 -.16 American Cent IncGroA m 23.95 -.35 ValueInv 5.53 -.08 American Funds AMCAPA m 18.71 -.22 BalA m 18.08 -.17 BondA m 12.51 +.01 CapIncBuA m 48.74 -.43 CpWldGrIA m 31.80 -.59 EurPacGrA m 35.47 -.89 FnInvA m 35.02 -.55 GrthAmA m 28.84 -.42 HiIncA m 10.63 -.03 IncAmerA m 16.52 -.15 InvCoAmA m 26.81 -.38 MutualA m 25.45 -.25 NewPerspA m26.32 -.53 NwWrldA m 46.60 -1.06 SmCpWldA m33.18 -.61 WAMutInvA m27.91 -.36 Baron Asset b 45.83 -.73 BlackRock GlobAlcA m 18.52 -.28 GlobAlcC m 17.23 -.26 GlobAlcI d 18.62 -.28 CGM Focus 26.15 -.56 Mutual 24.75 -.43 Realty 25.56 -.47 Columbia AcornZ 27.49 -.48 DFA EmMktValI 26.72 -.78

+3.5 +3.4 +0.8 -2.2 -0.3 +2.5 +5.8 +0.4 -9.2 -14.3 -3.6 -5.3 +1.1 +2.8 -3.5 +2.3 -8.0 -14.6 -14.6 +4.3 -2.7 -3.9 -4.6 -3.7 -24.9 -16.0 -4.0 -4.9 -25.2

Name

NASDAQ 2,612.26

YTD NAV Chg %Rtn

DWS-Scudder EnhEMFIS d 9.95 -.04 HlthCareS d 25.40 -.32 LAEqS d 41.53 -1.24 Davis NYVentA m 32.20 -.55 NYVentC m 30.91 -.54 Dodge & Cox Bal 66.77 -.79 Income 13.33 +.01 IntlStk 29.87 -.83 Stock 100.11 -1.59 Dreyfus TechGrA f 31.13 -.66 Eaton Vance HiIncOppA m 4.21 -.01 HiIncOppB m 4.21 -.01 NatlMuniA m 9.32 -.02 NatlMuniB m 9.32 -.02 PAMuniA m 8.80 -.01 Fidelity AstMgr20 12.86 -.03 Bal 18.09 -.15 BlChGrow 42.72 -.81 CapInc d 8.71 -.02 Contra 67.53 -.97 DivrIntl d 25.42 -.64 ExpMulNat d 20.41 -.29 Free2020 13.44 -.14 Free2025 11.07 -.14 Free2030 13.15 -.17 GNMA 11.84 +.01 GrowCo 84.43 -1.44 LatinAm d 48.83 -1.34 LowPriStk d 35.49 -.49 Magellan 62.65 -1.14 Overseas d 26.49 -.83 Puritan 17.64 -.17 StratInc 11.03 -.02

-3.9 +4.3 -21.8 -6.2 -6.9 -3.2 +3.9 -16.4 -6.0 -4.2 +3.2 +2.2 +10.4 +9.6 +7.5 +2.1 +0.6 -2.2 -2.6 -0.2 -14.1 -4.9 -2.2 -3.5 -4.1 +7.8 +1.5 -15.9 -0.7 -12.1 -15.9 -0.2 +3.9

q Name

-34.59

DOW 12,021.39

METALS Copper Gold Platinum Silver Palladium

CLOSE 3.45 1664.20 1486.90 30.94 661.00

YTD NAV Chg %Rtn

TotalBd 10.93 +.01 +6.7 Value 62.03 -1.17 -8.8 Fidelity Advisor ValStratT m 23.15 -.40 -10.6 Fidelity Select Gold d 45.55 -1.56 -9.8 Pharm d 13.06 -.13 +9.3 Fidelity Spartan 500IdxAdvtg 43.95 -.67 +0.2 500IdxInstl 43.95 -.67 NA 500IdxInv 43.95 -.67 +0.2 First Eagle GlbA m 46.03 -.47 -0.7 FrankTemp-Frank Fed TF A m 12.08 +.01 +11.1 FrankTemp-Franklin CA TF A m 7.06 ... +10.1 GrowB m 42.33 -.63 -0.8 Income A m 2.06 -.01 +0.9 Income C m 2.08 -.01 +0.3 FrankTemp-Mutual Beacon Z 11.68 -.14 -3.9 Discov Z 27.44 -.34 -4.8 Euro Z 18.90 -.33 -10.0 Shares Z 19.82 -.24 -3.8 FrankTemp-Templeton GlBond A m 12.71 -.10 -2.6 GlBond C m 12.73 -.10 -3.0 GlBondAdv 12.67 -.10 -2.5 Growth A m 16.07 -.38 -7.6 GMO QuVI 21.82 -.23 +10.3 Harbor CapApInst 37.35 -.61 +1.7 IntlInstl d 53.34 -1.53 -11.9 Hartford CpApHLSIA 37.37 -.73 -11.8

PVS. %CH. 6MO. -.0080 -.51% 1.6239 +.0076 +.74% .9767 -.0184 -1.40% 1.4355 +.37 +.47% 80.32 +.2471 +1.79% 11.8679 PVS. 3.55 1712.80 1515.80 32.17 684.65

%CH. -2.61 -2.84 -1.91 -3.85 -3.45

-162.87

Mutual Funds

Foreign Exchange & Metals CURRENCY CLOSE USD per British Pound 1.5582 Canadian Dollar 1.0262 USD per Euro 1.3186 Japanese Yen 77.91 Mexican Peso 13.8377

consider the impact on workers. Port workers and truck drivers say the protests will hurt them. Several hundred people picketed at the port before dawn and blocked some trucks from going through at least two entrances. A long line of big rigs sat outside one of the entrances, unable to drive into the port. “This is joke. What are they protesting?” said Christian Vega, 32, who sat in his truck carrying a load of recycled paper from Pittsburg, Calif., on Monday morning. He said the delay was costing him $600. “It only hurts me and the other drivers. We have jobs and families to support and feed. Most of them don’t,” Vega said. The longshoremen’s union said 150 workers were sent home.

sents longshoremen and, in some cases, port officials, determined that the conditions were unsafe for workers. The movement, which sprang up this fall against what it sees as corporate greed and economic inequality, is focusing on the ports as the “economic engines for the elite” in its most dramatic gesture since police raids cleared out most remaining Occupy tent camps last month. It was unclear whether demonstrators could amass in sufficient numbers to significantly disrupt or force more port closures as they did last month during an overnight shift at the Port of Oakland. The union that represents longshoremen says it doesn’t support the shutdowns. In Oakland, officials urged protesters to

ST. LOUIS — An Illinois farmer made so much money this year he madeloanpaymentsononetractor a year in advance and exchanged some older ones for newer models. An Iowa farmer upgraded his combineandalsopaidoffdebt,whilean elderly Oregon farmer poured into retirement funds a bundle of his $2 million take from a well-timed sale of much of his turf and equipment. While much of America worries about the possibility of a doubledip recession, such stories of prosperity are cropping up as U.S. farmers enjoy their best run in decades, thanks to high prices for many crops, livestock and farmland and strong global demand for corn used in making ethanol. Farm profits are expected to spike by 28 percent this year to $100.9 billion, and the amount of cash farms have available to pay bills also is expected to top $100 billion — the first time both measures have done so, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. All the while, crop sales are expected to pass the $200 billion mark for the first time in U.S. history, and double-digit increases are expected in livestock sales. That’s not to say that everyone is sharing in the good fortune. Near Gardner, Kan., a short drive south of Kansas City, a lack of rain and nagging winds conspired to leave Bill Voigts with about half of the soybeans he expected. His harvest of corn was worse, coming in at about one-third of his normal production.

All the cool high-tech stuff always comes out next year ...

F-150 is Truck of Year

$3.32

6MO. -14.75 +8.87 -18.88 -14.84 -18.97

1YR. 1.5802 1.0089 1.3232 83.90 12.4550 1YR. -17.74 +19.10 -12.40 +4.51 -11.98

Name

YTD NAV Chg %Rtn

INVESCO ConstellB m 19.09 -.34 -8.8 GlobEqA m 10.02 -.21 -5.4 PacGrowB m 17.93 -.33 -18.8 Ivy AssetStrA m 22.48 -.62 -6.8 JPMorgan CoreBondSelect11.85+.02 +7.0 John Hancock LifBa1 b 12.37 -.13 -2.9 LifGr1 b 12.12 -.18 -5.6 RegBankA m 12.47 -.23 -14.6 SovInvA m 15.47 -.24 -0.7 TaxFBdA m 9.99 ... +9.2 Lazard EmgMkEqtI d 17.87 -.43 -17.6 Loomis Sayles BondI 13.99 -.08 +2.9 MFS MAInvA m 18.60 -.28 -2.8 MAInvC m 17.91 -.28 -3.5 Merger Merger m 16.01 ... +1.5 Metropolitan West TotRetBdI x 10.33 -.08 +4.9 TotRtBd x 10.34 -.07 +4.7 Neuberger Berman SmCpGrInv 17.70 -.33 -1.0 Oakmark EqIncI 27.68 -.29 -0.2 Oppenheimer CapApB m 37.65 -.54 -2.2 DevMktA m 29.15 -.77 -18.6 DevMktY 28.80 -.76 -18.3 PIMCO AllAssetI 11.89 -.06 +1.6 ComRlRStI 7.38 -.11 -7.6 HiYldIs 8.91 -.02 +2.8 LowDrIs 10.32 -.01 +1.3 RealRet 11.81 +.06 +11.2 TotRetA m 10.86 +.02 +2.9 TotRetAdm b 10.86 +.02 +3.0 TotRetC m 10.86 +.02 +2.1 TotRetIs 10.86 +.02 +3.3 TotRetrnD b 10.86 +.02 +3.0 TotlRetnP 10.86 +.02 +3.2 Permanent Portfolio 46.55 -.70 +3.2 Principal SAMConGrB m12.72 -.18 -3.0 Prudential JenMCGrA m 27.72 -.45 +1.8 Prudential Investmen 2020FocA m 15.01 -.23 -3.0 BlendA m 16.49 -.29 -4.0 EqOppA m 13.33 -.25 -4.0 HiYieldA m 5.31 -.01 +3.4 IntlEqtyA m 5.31 -.15 -12.5 IntlValA m 17.40 -.47 -14.1 JennGrA m 18.28 -.30 +1.3

Name

kicking around for quite a while. There’s one crucial difference between the Surface and the EXOdesk ... the price tag. TECH TALK The Surface can cost between a virtual piano, $8,000 and $10,000 and isn’t available complete with a to the general public. visible soundThe EXOdesk costs $1,299, and is board. readily available ... or at least it will It can serve as a be, after it goes on sale in 2012. desktop organizer. The EXOdesk is slated to debut at You can, with the Consumer Electronics Show in ONLINE the flick of a finger, January. It’s hard to guess at the imTo see video, scan display to-do lists pact that the technology will have. this QR code into or a photo gallery. Statements like, “It will revolutionize your smartphone A nudge and a tap desk design” seem insufficient. But or visit www.timesleader.com pull up a news the value is clear – displays like this feed. could prove extremely versatile both As neat as the at home and for businesses. It’s a perEXOdesk appears, the idea isn’t a new fect playing surface for board games one. A similar device called “Surface,” — and you won’t have to worry about developed by Microsoft, has been cleaning up or losing any of the pieces.

NICK DELORENZO

RUSSELL 2000 733.15

YTD NAV Chg %Rtn

NaturResA m 47.25 -1.55 SmallCoA m 19.84 -.35 UtilityA m 10.48 -.11 ValueA m 13.67 -.22 Putnam GrowIncB m 12.30 -.22 IncomeA m 6.75 -.02 Royce LowStkSer m 14.33 -.39 OpportInv d 10.14 -.18 ValPlSvc m 11.96 -.25 Schwab S&P500Sel d 19.22 -.29 Scout Interntl d 28.06 -.66 T Rowe Price BlChpGr 38.59 -.60 CapApprec 20.67 -.17 DivGrow 23.04 -.28 DivrSmCap d 16.04 -.27 EmMktStk d 28.87 -.88 EqIndex d 33.44 -.51 EqtyInc 22.64 -.31 FinSer 11.76 -.23 GrowStk 31.80 -.50 HealthSci 32.42 -.39 HiYield d 6.44 -.01 IntlDisc d 37.54 -.82 IntlStk d 12.47 -.35 IntlStkAd m 12.42 -.34 LatinAm d 43.20 -1.46 MediaTele 51.36 -.49 MidCpGr 57.40 -.80 NewAmGro 32.69 -.49 NewAsia d 16.87 -.35 NewEra 44.31 -1.28 NewIncome 9.62 +.01 Rtmt2020 16.09 -.23 Rtmt2030 16.66 -.27 ShTmBond 4.81 ... SmCpVal d 35.52 -.57 TaxFHiYld d 10.88 ... Value 22.35 -.36 ValueAd b 22.09 -.36 Thornburg IntlValI d 24.59 -.41 Tweedy, Browne GlobVal d 22.22 -.24 Vanguard 500Adml 114.39 -1.73 500Inv 114.36 -1.73 CapOp d 30.80 -.48 CapVal 9.38 -.22 Convrt d 12.10 -.10 DevMktIdx d 8.74 -.24 DivGr 15.23 -.18 EnergyInv d 62.64 -1.82 EurIdxAdm d 53.25 -1.78 Explr 71.24 -1.28 GNMA 11.18 ... GNMAAdml 11.18 ...

-17.2 -2.3 +4.1 -6.9 -7.3 +4.5 -14.5 -14.5 -10.3 +0.2 -12.9 +1.2 +1.8 +1.8 +1.4 -18.2 0.0 -3.1 -17.0 -1.1 +7.1 +1.9 -14.4 -12.4 -12.4 -23.8 -0.7 -1.9 -0.9 -12.0 -15.0 +5.4 -2.1 -3.6 +1.3 -1.7 +9.9 -4.2 -4.4 -13.1 -6.7 +0.2 +0.1 -7.3 -14.9 -7.6 -13.1 +7.0 -2.8 -12.7 -2.3 +7.3 +7.4

For businesses, displaying information to small groups during meetings, or selecting and manipulating images would become simpler and more collaborative. Work force management software could show the location of each employee in the field on a desktop map, making it possible for all to see where everyone is. The EXOdesk is reported to come with an HTML5 touch development kit and an app store. Releases from the company hint at more products in the same vein, and EXOPC, the Canadabased manufacturer, already makes Windows-based tablet devices.

Name

-12.25

6-MO T-BILLS .05%

YTD NAV Chg %Rtn

52-WEEK HIGH LOW

GlbEq 16.13 -.31 GrowthEq 10.90 -.16 HYCor d 5.63 -.01 HYCorAdml d 5.63 -.01 HltCrAdml d 55.18 -.66 HlthCare d 130.72 -1.55 ITGradeAd 10.04 +.01 InfPrtAdm 28.12 +.16 InfPrtI 11.45 +.06 InflaPro 14.32 +.08 InstIdxI 113.63 -1.72 InstPlus 113.64 -1.72 InstTStPl 28.00 -.43 IntlExpIn d 13.37 -.36 IntlGr d 16.66 -.48 IntlStkIdxAdm d22.41 -.59 LTInvGr 10.13 +.06 MidCapGr 19.28 -.36 MidCpAdml 89.27 -1.40 MidCpIst 19.72 -.31 MuIntAdml 13.93 ... MuLtdAdml 11.14 ... MuShtAdml 15.92 ... PrecMtls d 22.59 -.90 Prmcp d 64.01 -1.02 PrmcpAdml d 66.46 -1.07 PrmcpCorI d 13.50 -.19 REITIdx d 18.36 -.34 REITIdxAd d 78.35 -1.48 STCor 10.63 ... STGradeAd 10.63 ... SelValu d 18.53 -.30 SmGthIdx 21.48 -.36 SmGthIst 21.55 -.36 StSmCpEq 18.85 -.30 Star 18.87 -.22 StratgcEq 18.30 -.30 TgtRe2015 12.50 -.12 TgtRe2020 21.98 -.26 TgtRe2030 21.14 -.31 TgtRe2035 12.63 -.21 Tgtet2025 12.43 -.16 TotBdAdml 11.00 +.02 TotBdInst 11.00 +.02 TotBdMkInv 11.00 +.02 TotBdMkSig 11.00 +.02 TotIntl d 13.39 -.36 TotStIAdm 30.95 -.47 TotStIIns 30.95 -.48 TotStIdx 30.93 -.48 TxMIntlAdm d 10.06 -.27 TxMSCAdm 27.03 -.41 USGro 18.15 -.27 USValue 10.14 -.16 WellsI 22.68 -.07 WellsIAdm 54.94 -.19 Welltn 30.99 -.31 WelltnAdm 53.53 -.54 WndsIIAdm 45.25 -.73 WndsrII 25.49 -.41 Wells Fargo DvrCpBldA f 6.34 -.12

-9.7 +1.0 +5.6 +5.7 +7.6 +7.6 +6.6 +13.1 +13.1 +13.1 +0.3 +0.3 -0.6 -19.8 -13.9 -15.0 +14.1 +1.5 -3.1 -3.1 +8.7 +3.5 +1.6 -15.4 -2.7 -2.7 -2.0 +2.3 +2.5 +1.7 +1.8 -1.2 -2.0 -1.9 -0.1 -0.2 -0.1 +0.6 -0.5 -2.5 -3.5 -1.5 +7.0 +7.1 +6.9 +7.0 -15.0 -0.6 -0.6 -0.7 -13.1 -0.5 -0.5 +0.4 +7.4 +7.5 +1.8 +1.9 +0.4 +0.3 -6.0

98.01 72.26 31.80 24.72 51.50 36.76 23.79 19.28 38.02 23.69 343.90 246.26 15.31 5.03 32.50 17.10 17.49 2.23 39.50 31.30 52.95 35.95 71.77 61.29 27.16 19.19 28.95 21.67 42.50 14.61 39.63 29.57 64.56 39.50 13.63 4.61 21.02 10.25 9.84 5.08 18.16 13.09 13.74 7.00 55.00 46.99 60.96 46.24 36.90 30.21

10-YR T-NOTE 2.02%

+.01

-.04

Nick DeLorenzo is director of interactive and new media for The Times Leader. E-mail him at ndelorenzo@timesleader.com.

CRUDE OIL $97.77

NATURAL GAS $3.25

-1.64

Stocks of Local Interest

NAME

TKR

AirProd AmWtrWks Amerigas AquaAm ArchDan AutoZone BkofAm BkNYMel BonTon CVS Care Cigna CocaCola Comcast CmtyBkSy CmtyHlt CoreMark EmersonEl Entercom FairchldS FrontierCm Genpact HarteHnk Heinz Hershey Kraft

APD AWK APU WTR ADM AZO BAC BK BONT CVS CI KO CMCSA CBU CYH CORE EMR ETM FCS FTR G HHS HNZ HSY KFT

DIV

LAST

CHG

YTD %CHG

2.32 .92 2.96 .66 .70 ... .04 .52 .20 .50 .04 1.88 .45 1.04 ... .68 1.60 ... ... .75 .18 .32 1.92 1.38 1.16

81.19 31.02 44.07 21.55 28.34 330.89 5.45 19.01 3.34 38.15 42.34 66.89 23.27 26.75 17.43 39.79 50.38 6.22 12.30 5.13 14.73 9.60 52.53 59.05 36.42

-2.03 -.06 +.10 -.09 -.78 +1.07 -.27 -.59 -.08 -.22 -.27 -.68 +.59 -.24 -.18 +.34 -1.16 +.11 -.57 -.03 -.25 +.10 -.47 -.25 -.28

-10.7 +22.7 -9.7 -4.1 -5.8 +21.4 -59.1 -37.1 -73.6 +9.7 +15.5 +1.7 +6.4 -3.7 -53.4 +11.8 -11.9 -46.3 -21.2 -47.3 -3.1 -24.8 +6.2 +25.2 +15.6

52-WEEK HIGH LOW

NAME

TKR

27.45 91.05 98.43 24.98 10.28 65.19 30.27 17.34 71.89 77.03 67.72 67.52 1.47 17.11 60.00 44.65 63.89 33.53 38.95 59.40 42.20 34.25

Lowes M&T Bk McDnlds NBT Bcp NexstarB PNC PPL Corp PenRE PepsiCo PhilipMor ProctGam Prudentl RiteAid SLM Cp SLM pfB SoUnCo TJX UGI Corp VerizonCm WalMart WeisMk WellsFargo

LOW MTB MCD NBTB NXST PNC PPL PEI PEP PM PG PRU RAD SLM SLMBP SUG TJX UGI VZ WMT WMK WFC

18.07 66.40 72.14 17.05 4.59 42.70 24.10 6.50 58.50 55.85 57.56 42.45 .85 10.91 39.50 23.85 42.55 24.07 32.28 48.31 36.52 22.58

-.07

DIV

LAST

CHG

YTD %CHG

.56 2.80 2.80 .80 ... 1.40 1.40 .60 2.06 3.08 2.10 1.45 ... .40 4.63 .60 .76 1.04 2.00 1.46 1.20 .48

24.69 71.85 98.48 21.33 7.91 54.62 28.84 9.92 64.66 75.15 64.31 48.62 1.23 12.82 40.00 41.81 62.89 27.83 38.35 58.09 40.06 26.29

-.28 -1.16 +.45 -.17 -.14 -1.29 -.23 -.18 -.53 -.43 -.66 -1.77 -.02 -.26 ... -.19 -.36 -.87 -.08 -.23 -.76 -.62

-1.6 -17.5 +28.3 -11.7 +32.1 -10.0 +9.6 -31.7 -1.0 +28.4 0.0 -17.2 +39.3 +1.8 -8.7 +73.7 +41.7 -11.9 +7.2 +7.7 -.7 -15.2

Name

Last Chg %YTD

Combined Stocks Name

Last Chg %YTD

AFLAC 42.89 vjAMR .56 AT&T Inc 29.01 AbtLab 54.27 AMD 5.30 Alcoa 9.35 Allstate 26.33 Altria 28.87 AEP 39.32 AmExp 47.89 AmIntlGrp 23.29 Amgen 57.16 Anadarko 77.81 Apple Inc 391.84 AutoData 51.77 AveryD 28.06 Avnet 30.11 Avon 16.53 BP PLC 41.83 BakrHu 48.60 BallardPw 1.22 BarnesNob 16.09 Baxter 49.76 BerkH B 76.27 BigLots 37.39 BlockHR 15.85 Boeing 70.90 BrMySq 33.18 Brunswick 17.52 Buckeye 63.55 CBS B 26.25 CMS Eng 20.61 CSX s 20.90 CampSp 32.47 Carnival 33.93

-.89 -.09 -.02 -.30 -.24 -.29 -.60 +.09 -.41 -.91 -.82 -1.43 -2.35 -1.78 -.71 -.50 -.59 -.05 -.88 -1.79 +.02 +.09 -.61 -1.34 +.15 -.07 -1.03 -.36 -.13 -.42 -.39 -.14 -.42 -.37 -.07

-24.0 -92.8 -1.3 +13.3 -35.2 -39.2 -17.4 +17.3 +9.3 +11.6 -51.7 +4.1 +2.2 +21.5 +11.9 -33.7 -8.8 -43.1 -5.3 -15.0 -18.7 +13.7 -1.7 -4.8 +22.8 +33.1 +8.6 +25.3 -6.5 -4.9 +37.8 +10.8 -3.0 -6.6 -26.4

Name

Last Chg %YTD

Caterpillar 93.24 CenterPnt 19.44 CntryLink 35.69 Chevron 103.07 Cisco 18.53 Citigrp rs 27.22 Clorox 64.99 ColgPal 90.21 ConAgra 25.45 ConocPhil 70.48 ConEd 58.82 ConstellEn 38.78 Cooper Ind 53.37 Corning 13.48 CrownHold 32.24 Cummins 92.37 DTE 51.93 Deere 76.97 Diebold 30.30 Disney 36.65 DomRescs 50.31 Dover 55.83 DowChm 26.34 DuPont 43.91 DukeEngy 20.61 EMC Cp 23.10 EKodak .84 Eaton s 43.41 EdisonInt 38.97 EmersonEl 50.38 EnbrEPt s 30.69 Energen 48.89 EngyTEq 37.98 Entergy 70.82 EntPrPt 45.61

-2.73 -.39 -.03 -1.18 -.35 -1.55 -.04 -.25 -.25 -1.47 -.42 -.58 -1.68 -.31 -.32 -2.74 -.25 -1.37 -.43 +.09 -.46 -1.37 -.76 -1.13 -.25 -.45 -.05 -.94 -.08 -1.16 +.03 -1.96 -.61 -.45 +.11

-.4 +23.7 -22.7 +13.0 -8.4 -42.5 +2.7 +12.2 +12.7 +3.5 +18.7 +26.6 -8.4 -30.2 -3.4 -16.0 +14.6 -7.3 -5.5 -2.3 +17.8 -4.5 -22.8 -12.0 +15.7 +.9 -84.3 -14.5 +1.0 -11.9 -1.6 +1.3 -2.8 0.0 +9.6

Name

Last Chg %YTD

Exelon 43.06 ExxonMbl 80.05 Fastenal s 41.03 FedExCp 81.63 FirstEngy 44.16 FootLockr 25.08 FordM 10.85 Gannett 13.26 Gap 18.79 GenDynam 64.01 GenElec 16.46 GenMills 40.09 GileadSci 39.01 GlaxoSKln 44.66 Goodrich 122.67 Goodyear 14.29 Hallibrtn 32.56 HarleyD 38.08 HarrisCorp 35.30 HartfdFn 16.52 HawaiiEl 25.75 HeclaM 6.27 Heico s 59.03 Hess 56.35 HewlettP 27.34 HomeDp 40.05 HonwllIntl 52.89 Hormel s 29.04 Humana 86.54 INTL FCSt 24.28 ITT Cp s 19.56 ITW 46.76 IngerRd 32.11 IBM 192.18 IntPap 27.80

-.52 -1.29 -1.02 -1.61 -.61 -.11 -.18 -.08 -.06 -1.06 -.38 -.33 ... ... -.20 -.26 -1.52 -.56 -.21 -.97 -.13 -.18 -.96 -2.12 -.44 -.18 -1.11 -.54 -.31 -.62 -.38 -.37 -.95 -2.38 -.47

+3.4 +9.5 +37.0 -12.2 +19.3 +27.8 -35.4 -12.1 -14.7 -9.8 -10.0 +12.6 +7.6 +13.9 +39.3 +20.6 -20.3 +9.8 -22.1 -37.6 +13.0 -44.3 +44.6 -26.4 -35.1 +14.2 -.5 +13.3 +58.1 +2.9 +13.2 -12.4 -31.8 +30.9 +2.1

Name

Last Chg %YTD

JPMorgCh 32.04 JacobsEng 41.71 JohnJn 63.51 JohnsnCtl 31.46 Kellogg 49.11 Keycorp 7.22 KimbClk 69.91 KindME 79.17 Kroger 23.92 Kulicke 9.09 LSI Corp 5.71 LillyEli 38.99 Limited 40.53 LincNat 19.16 LizClaib 8.16 LockhdM 76.89 Loews 37.76 LaPac 7.70 MDU Res 20.78 MarathnO s 27.32 MarIntA 29.66 Masco 9.16 McDrmInt 10.76 McGrwH 43.43 McKesson 79.57 Merck 35.41 MetLife 31.07 Microsoft 25.51 NCR Corp 16.62 NatFuGas 57.78 NatGrid 47.35 NY Times 7.80 NewellRub 15.39 NewmtM 65.27 NextEraEn 56.99

-1.14 -.82 -1.02 -.49 -.70 -.16 -.23 +.02 -.02 -.34 -.02 -.28 -.30 -.88 -.17 -.53 -.82 -.15 -.09 -1.01 -.26 -.23 -.41 +.22 -.17 -.27 -.72 -.19 -.47 -1.88 -.25 +.02 -.21 -1.67 -.49

-24.5 -9.0 +2.7 -17.6 -3.9 -18.4 +10.9 +12.7 +7.0 +26.3 -4.7 +11.3 +31.9 -31.1 +14.0 +10.0 -3.0 -18.6 +2.5 +21.5 -28.6 -27.6 -48.0 +19.3 +13.1 -1.7 -30.1 -8.6 +8.1 -11.9 +6.7 -20.4 -15.3 +6.3 +9.6

Name

Last Chg %YTD

NiSource 21.87 NikeB 96.95 NorflkSo 73.08 NoestUt 34.24 NorthropG 55.98 NustarEn 54.00 NvMAd 14.63 OcciPet 91.78 OfficeMax 4.88 Olin 19.50 PG&E Cp 38.10 PPG 82.52 PPL Corp 28.84 PennVaRs 25.14 Pfizer 20.39 PinWst 46.22 PitnyBw 18.86 Praxair 102.34 ProgrssEn 53.70 ProvEn g 9.41 PSEG 31.42 PulteGrp 6.22 Questar 18.95 RadioShk 11.28 RLauren 145.20 Raytheon 44.82 ReynAmer 40.32 RockwlAut 75.48 Rowan 31.52 RoyDShllB 72.77 RoyDShllA 70.63 Safeway 21.01 SaraLee 18.55 Schlmbrg 71.92 SiriusXM 1.77

-.38 -.73 -.71 -.06 -.42 -.15 +.13 -2.62 -.14 +.09 -.14 -1.42 -.23 +.04 -.17 -.04 +.03 -1.19 -.67 -.12 -.29 -.10 -.18 -.16 -1.98 -.73 -.22 -1.99 -1.00 -1.25 -1.28 -.06 -.29 -2.23 +.02

+24.1 +13.5 +16.3 +7.4 -4.7 -22.3 +11.9 -6.4 -72.4 -5.0 -20.4 -1.8 +9.6 -11.2 +16.4 +11.5 -22.0 +7.2 +23.5 +18.4 -1.2 -17.3 +8.8 -39.0 +30.9 -2.5 +23.6 +5.3 -9.7 +9.1 +5.8 -6.6 +5.9 -13.9 +8.6

SonyCp 17.87 SouthnCo 44.21 SwstAirl 8.43 SpectraEn 29.22 SprintNex 2.37 Sunoco 38.41 Sysco 29.22 TECO 18.20 Target 53.47 TenetHlth 4.48 Tenneco 28.76 Tesoro 21.92 TexInst 29.13 Textron 18.04 3M Co 80.59 TimeWarn 34.24 Timken 39.81 Titan Intl 21.43 UnilevNV 33.61 UnionPac 100.60 UPS B 71.84 USSteel 26.08 UtdTech 74.48 VarianMed 64.75 VectorGp 17.90 ViacomB 43.21 WestarEn 27.03 Weyerh 16.72 Whrlpl 49.41 WmsCos 31.34 Windstrm 11.63 Wynn 109.04 XcelEngy 25.91 Xerox 7.99 YumBrnds 58.96

-.41 -.35 -.01 -.30 -.10 -.48 -.25 -.26 -.03 +.03 -.34 +.13 -.81 -.17 -1.61 -.36 -1.02 -.48 -.45 -1.15 -.61 -1.40 -1.83 +.33 -.07 -.91 -.12 -.51 -.38 -.31 -.09 -1.82 -.07 -.17 +1.00

-50.0 +15.6 -35.1 +16.9 -44.0 -4.7 -.6 +2.2 -11.1 -33.0 -30.1 +18.2 -10.4 -23.7 -6.6 +6.4 -16.6 +9.7 +7.0 +8.6 -1.0 -55.4 -5.4 -6.5 +8.5 +9.1 +7.4 -11.7 -44.4 +26.8 -16.6 +5.0 +10.0 -30.6 +20.2

CMYK PAGE 8B

➛

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

THE TIMES LEADER

www.timesleader.com

NATIONAL FORECAST

43° 28°

TODAY Sunny, light winds

FRIDAY

42° 35°

50° 34°

42° 29°

SATURDAY Partly sunny

Flurries, partly sunny

THURSDAY Rain, windy

WEDNESDAY Partly sunny

SUNDAY Partly sunny

38° 25°

REGIONAL FORECAST Today’s high/ Tonight’s low

Heating Degree Days*

Yesterday Month to date Year to date Last year to date Normal year to date

39/19 39/25 65 in 1911 -5 in 1988 36 331 1379 1590 1679

New York City 48/34 Reading 46/28

*Index of fuel consumption, how far the day’s mean temperature was below 65 degrees.

Precipitation

Yesterday Month to date Normal month to date Year to date Normal year to date

Sun and Moon

Sunrise 7:20a 7:21a Moonrise Today 7:49p Tomorrow 8:55p Today Tomorrow

The Finger Lakes

Highs: 39-42. Lows: 28-36. Partly to mostly cloudy. Mostly cloudy tonight.

Wilkes-Barre 42/29

Brandywine Valley

Highs: 45-49. Lows: 31-34. Mostly sunny and pleasant. Partly cloudy tonight.

Delmarva/Ocean City

Highs: 49-55. Lows: 29-42. Mostly sunny and pleasant. Partly cloudy tonight.

0.00” 1.69” 1.03” 58.57” 36.04” Sunset 4:35p 4:35p Moonset 9:29a 10:03a

Susquehanna Wilkes-Barre Towanda Lehigh Bethlehem Delaware Port Jervis

Stage Chg. Fld. Stg 6.57 -0.88 22.0 3.54 -0.42 21.0 2.86

0.54

16.0

5.53 -0.34

18.0

Last

New

First

Full

Dec. 17

Dec. 24

Jan. 1

Jan. 9

Weather Central, LP For more weather information go to:

www.timesleader.com National Weather Service

607-729-1597

51/35

45/43

61/42

60/58

67/43

70/63 79/69

80/67 30/24

City

Yesterday

Anchorage Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Charlotte Chicago Cleveland Dallas Denver Detroit Honolulu Houston Indianapolis Las Vegas Los Angeles Miami Milwaukee Minneapolis

34/32/.50 50/42/.00 46/22/.00 49/31/.02 40/27/.00 52/35/.00 46/23/.00 42/20/.00 52/45/.01 35/13/.00 42/22/.00 82/72/.01 64/43/.00 46/24/.00 49/39/.00 54/51/.56 82/70/.00 45/28/.00 40/37/.01

City

Yesterday

Amsterdam Baghdad Beijing Berlin Buenos Aires Dublin Frankfurt Hong Kong Jerusalem London

46/41/.00 61/39/.00 45/23/.00 45/28/.00 81/55/.00 50/37/.00 46/36/.00 64/54/.00 60/34/.00 48/37/.00

Today Tomorrow 18/13/pc 61/42/pc 50/34/s 45/33/s 41/36/c 62/37/pc 42/37/c 43/32/pc 60/58/pc 41/28/c 40/32/pc 80/67/r 70/63/pc 48/37/c 56/41/sh 60/47/sh 79/69/pc 42/39/c 38/33/c

ALMANAC Recorded at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Int’l Airport River Levels, from 12 p.m. yesterday.

48/34

60/47

The Jersey Shore

Atlantic City 48/38

Yesterday Average Record High Record Low

41/28

18/13

Philadelphia 48/33

Temperatures

42/37 57/46

Highs: 39-46. Lows: 26-29. Partly to mostly sunny. Partly cloudy tonight.

Poughkeepsie 44/28

38/33 40/32

45° 30°

Highs: 48-50. Lows: 32-39. Mostly sunny and pleasant. Partly cloudy tonight.

Pottsville 43/28

Harrisburg 46/30

34/23

The Poconos

Albany 41/29

Towanda 42/30

State College 43/30

41/35

TODAY’S SUMMARY

Binghamton 42/31

Scranton 40/29

MONDAY Cloudy

40° 25°

Syracuse 41/33

NATIONAL FORECAST: A storm system will produce showers and isolated thunderstorms, along with higher elevation snow showers, from the Southwest into the eastern Great Basin and the southern Rockies. Rain and scattered thunderstorms will also spread from the southern Plains into the MidMississippi Valley, with freezing rain possible over portions of Nebraska and Kansas.

20/16/sn 65/44/pc 51/38/pc 41/36/pc 44/42/c 62/42/pc 50/43/r 51/42/sh 70/48/t 44/23/pc 42/40/r 80/68/r 76/63/pc 53/46/c 57/41/pc 63/48/s 78/66/pc 47/39/r 39/27/rs

City

Yesterday

Myrtle Beach Nashville New Orleans Norfolk Oklahoma City Omaha Orlando Phoenix Pittsburgh Portland, Ore. St. Louis Salt Lake City San Antonio San Diego San Francisco Seattle Tampa Tucson Washington, DC

48/39/.00 45/24/.00 57/48/.00 53/44/.00 44/42/.00 43/37/.00 73/65/.39 57/49/.08 43/17/.00 45/25/.00 49/28/.00 43/18/.00 59/46/.02 57/51/.39 50/46/.06 39/28/.00 78/64/.00 56/48/.20 45/29/.00

WORLD CITIES

Today Tomorrow 47/41/r 65/41/s 40/21/s 44/38/sh 75/59/t 40/35/sh 44/37/sh 69/59/pc 61/45/pc 50/41/sh

44/40/r 66/43/pc 33/16/s 45/38/sh 77/60/sh 42/36/sh 46/38/sh 70/60/pc 61/46/c 46/40/sh

City

Yesterday

Mexico City Montreal Moscow Paris Rio de Janeiro Riyadh Rome San Juan Tokyo Warsaw

72/43/.00 41/32/.00 34/28/.00 50/43/.00 86/70/.00 66/43/.00 63/52/.00 83/73/.01 57/41/.00 36/25/.00

Today Tomorrow 62/43/pc 55/44/c 67/56/s 55/37/s 52/50/c 38/36/r 77/58/pc 60/46/sh 44/32/pc 41/32/c 47/44/r 40/28/c 71/66/t 59/47/sh 57/44/s 41/35/c 79/56/pc 55/40/sh 51/35/s

62/45/pc 65/52/pc 73/59/pc 56/39/pc 63/41/t 46/29/sh 78/57/s 61/43/pc 48/42/sh 43/37/c 62/48/t 40/31/c 77/60/pc 60/47/s 53/45/s 44/35/c 77/57/s 57/38/pc 52/39/pc

Today Tomorrow 74/45/pc 37/23/rs 31/29/sn 49/42/r 84/70/pc 69/46/s 62/46/pc 84/74/pc 53/40/s 39/34/c

76/46/pc 27/27/s 36/31/rs 44/38/sh 82/72/t 70/46/s 63/49/sh 84/73/pc 52/43/sh 42/34/pc

The main storm track this week goes from New Mexico to Wisconsin, which means a warming trend so that odds favor rain by Thursday. Spotty freezing rain is possible Thursday morning, but a rapid warm-up will allow for rain. Only a band of rain will then be moving in along an approaching cold front. The front will pass Thursday night followed by more dry weather through the coming weekend. Those of us desiring more snow are out of luck this week and possibly most of next week as well. However, I do see us having precipitation some time next week, possibly late in the week.

Key: s-sunny, pc-partly cloudy, c-cloudy, sh-showers, t-thunderstorms, r-rain, sn-snow, sf-snow ﬂurries, i-ice.

Give The Gift Of News This Holiday Season! Get them a subscription to The Times Leader at 30% off. That’s only $130 for the year. Call 829-5000. *Offer valid for new subscribers only or past subscribers who have been inactive for more than 30 days.

MENTION CODE: FSPC

- Tom Clark

K HOW TO

MAKE HEALTHY HOLIDAY FOOD SWAPS

Portion size aside, some holiday favorites start off far worse for your waistline than others. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not uncommon to gain a full pound â&#x20AC;&#x201D; or more â&#x20AC;&#x201D; during the holiday season,â&#x20AC;? says Gloria Tsang, a registered dietician and author of the new book Go UnDiet. Some swaps to consider: â&#x20AC;˘ Crab cake appetizers typically are made with mayonnaise and

bread crumbs, and fried. Replace them â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and items served in puff pastries â&#x20AC;&#x201D; with shrimp cocktail. â&#x20AC;˘ Candy canes are pure sugar and wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fill you up. To satisfy a sweet tooth, choose small squares of dark chocolate, which have nutritionally valuable antioxidants. â&#x20AC;˘ Eggnog often is packed with calories and sugar, as are pina

coladas, daiquiris and cocktails with liqueurs such as Baileys Irish Cream or Kahlua. Toast with champagne or hot chocolate made with low-fat milk. â&#x20AC;˘ Spinach and artichoke dip sounds healthy but is usually fat-heavy due to mayonnaise, sour cream and cream cheese. Serve a vegetable salsa instead. â&#x20AC;˘ Croissants and biscuits seem light and fluffy, but thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s thanks to sugar and butter packed

â&#x20AC;˘ Gravy tends to be high in fat, calories and salt. Make or buy low-fat versions; one idea is to dilute cream of chicken soup â&#x20AC;&#x201D; look for a low-calorie, low-sodium product â&#x20AC;&#x201D; with some skim milk. â&#x20AC;˘ Mashed potatoes are high in carbohydrates, but mashed cauliflower has a similar texture. Moisten it with canned chicken broth instead of butter. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; MCT Information Services

within their layers of dough. Go with whole-grain dinner rolls. â&#x20AC;˘ Shortbread cookies are crumbly because of high fat content. Ginger snaps are generally healthier. â&#x20AC;˘ Cheesecake can pack lots of fat; while recipes vary, pumpkin pie tends to be a smarter choice and also offers fiber and antioxidants. Top it with fat-free whipped cream or whipped evaporated milk.

HEALTH

SECTION

timesleader.com

THE TIMES LEADER

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

IN BRIEF

ASK DR. H

Asthma Ski Day Asthmatic children and their families are invited to Community Medical Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Asthma Ski Day from noon-5 p.m. Jan. 29 at SnĂś Mountain Ski Resort, Scranton. Asthmatic children up to age 18 can ski for free, and discounted rental equipment and lift tickets will be available for their families. To register, call Sharyn Wozniak at 969-8986.

MITCHELL HECHT

Calendars, notecards available for holiday gifting The Greater PA Chapter, Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association has 2012 Memories in the Making calendars and notecards available for holiday gifting. The artwork is done by individuals with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease or a related dementia. Suggested donation for the calendars is $10 each and the notecards are $10 for a pack of 10 with 5 different designs. All contributions benefit the programs and services of the Association. For information call 822-9915 or visit www.alz.org/pa. Receives accreditation The Imaging Department at Moses Taylor Hospital has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) and Nuclear Medicine. Moses Taylor has also received three-year accreditation in Mammography and Stereotactic Breast Biopsy. The Accreditations are a result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology (ACR). The ACR gold seal of accreditation represents the highest level of image quality and patient safety. It is awarded only to facilities meeting ACR practice guidelines and technical standards after a peer-review evaluation by board-certified physicians and medical physicists who are experts in the field. Image quality, personnel qualifications, adequacy of facility equipment, quality control procedures, and quality assurance programs are assessed. Grants presented The Wilkes-Barre General Hospital Auxiliary Fund of The Luzerne Foundation presented grants totaling $29,600 to four healthcare nonprofits. The recipients are Volunteers in Medicine Free Dental Clinic, Greater Wilkes-Barre Association for the Blind Low Vision Clinic, Physicians Order for Life Sustaining Treatment Task Force for NEPA and Wyoming Valley Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association Early Identification Clinic. These are the third round of grants made from the recently created fund at The Luzerne Foundation. The Wilkes-Barre General Hospital Auxiliary Fund of The Luzerne Foundation was established to continue the charitable intent of the Auxiliary after it disbanded. This Fund allows the former WBGH Auxiliary the opportunity to fulfill its original goal of supporting nonprofit healthcare services in the community in perpetuity through grant recommendations made by a newly established Advisory group. Health briefs are limited to nonprofit entities and support groups. To have your health-oriented announcement included, send information to Health, Times Leader, 15 N. Main St., WilkesBarre, PA 18711-0250; by fax: 8295537; or email health@timesleader.com. Information must be received at least two weeks in advance.

Vitamin D may help manage depression Writer Peter Winkler, who has limited movement from debilitating rheumatoid arthritis, uses a chopstick to type because his fingers cannot reach the keyboard on his computer.

Chopstick-to-itiveness

DISABLED WRITER DOESNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T LET DISEASE HINDER HIS CRAFT By NITA LELYVELD Los Angeles Times

hanks to the conveniences of the wired world, Peter Winkler was able to write a book and find an agent and a publisher without ever having to leave his North Hollywood, Calif., home. Winkler raced to produce the first biography of Dennis Hopper to come out after the actor died in May 2010. It was only when the book was on the shelves that his agent learned how he had done it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My God, I had no idea,â&#x20AC;? said Robert Diforio of Weston, Conn., who sold â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dennis Hopper: The Wild Ride

of a Hollywood Rebelâ&#x20AC;? to a small East Coast publisher, Barricade Books. In the virtual world, Winkler roams free. He blogs. He comments. He writes articles about film. In the physical world, he increasingly is trapped â&#x20AC;&#x201D; dependent on his sister and a long, red plastic chopstick. Rheumatoid arthritis has battered him for 46 of his 55 years. His neck wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t turn. His head is pitched down, chin to chest. His elbow and wrist joints are so fixed in place, he cannot touch his face.

Sitting up in bed, he can no longer extend his arms far enough to place his fingertips on the keyboard of the MacBook Pro propped on a lap desk across his thighs. Instead, he braces the chopstick between several fingers on his right hand and uses it to tap, tap, tap one key after another. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not so bad, he says. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gotten pretty fast, and anyway, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was always a two-finger typist.â&#x20AC;? Winkler never told his faraway See WRITER, Page 2C

MCT PHOTOS

Winkler works on his computer from his bed in his North Hollywood, Calif. home. Winker, 55, has limited movement from debilitating rheumatoid arthritis, and is the author of a new biography of actor Dennis Hopper. Because his fingers cannot reach the keyboard on his computer, he used a chopstick to type all 150,000 words.

Give yourself fulfilling gifts that cost nothing By DRS. KAY JUDGE and MAXINE BARISH-WREDEN McClatchy Newspapers

tofillourownwell,sothisyearwe invite you to think about gifting from a different point of view: Give yourself the gift of courage â&#x20AC;&#x201D; when you are feeling down or discouraged, or maybe lonely or not living up to your own holiday expectations, muster up the courage to reach out, call a trusted friend, and share your feelings. It is in the sharing of our humanity, the ac-

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that time of year again when most of us get into that revvedupshoppingmode,trying togetormakethatperfectgiftfor everyone on our list. It can be an exhausting process, not to mention wallet-draining, at a time when many people are struggling just to make ends meet. And, in order for us to be able to truly give to others, we first have See GIFT, Page 3C

Healthy Living

Pomegranates Native to the Middle East, pomegranates, one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest fruits, are also among the healthiest.

Potassium and more

Â&#x2021; 3RPHJUDQDWHV DUH DQ H[FHOOHQW VRXUFH RI SRWDVVLXP DQG D JRRG VRXUFH RI % YLWDPLQV YLWDPLQ & FDOFLXP DQG SKRVSKRUXV Â&#x2021; 0DQ\ RI WKH QXWULHQWV Â˛ DQG D KHIW\ GRVH RI ILEHU Â˛ DUH IRXQG LQ WKH VHHGV DQG DULOV RU VHHG VDFV ERWK RI ZKLFK FDQ EH XVHG WR PDNH MXLFH Â&#x2021; :KHQ EX\LQJ SRPHJUDQDWHV IUHVK SLFN KHDY\ RQHV ZLWKRXW VNLQ VSOLWV Â&#x2021; 7R PDNH MXLFH FXW WKH FURZQ RII WKH IUXLW EUHDN LW RSHQ FROOHFW WKH DULOV LQ D ERZO WKHQ SXW WKH DULOV DQG WKHLU VHHGV WKURXJK D MXLFHU ÂŠ 2011 MCT

6RXUFH $ERXW FRP -XLFLQJ IRU +HDOWK 0&7 3KRWR 6HUYLFH *UDSKLF 3DW &DUU

Q: I just learned of a study that showed lower vitamin D levels in people who are depressed. Do you think that taking vitamin D helps with depression? â&#x20AC;&#x201D;P.N., Philadelphia A: Vitamin D, the so-called â&#x20AC;&#x153;sunshine vitamin,â&#x20AC;? is the hottest vitamin under study these days, with new studies coming out every month showing how supplemental vitamin D may protect against osteoporosis, heart disease, ovarian cancer, colon cancer, kidney cancer, prostate cancer, Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease, multiple sclerosis, dementia, fatigue, psoriasis, tuberculosis and colds/flu. Did you ever consider that colds and flu are worst in the winter, the time of year when sunlight and vitamin D levels are at their lowest? Researchers have pointed out that there are a high amount of vitamin D receptors within certain areas of the brain, and that damage to these areas of the brain through illness and disease is associated with depression. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no doubt that depressed folks tend to stay indoors more, eat less nutritious meals, and be far less likely to take vitamin supplements that contain vitamin D. While several studies have pointed out the association between low vitamin D levels and a higher incidence of depression, it is difficult to say with certainty that folks are depressed because their vitamin D levels are low or that supplementation with vitamin D can improve oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mood. That said, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve all felt better after a warm day full of sunshine. Q: I had thyroid cancer 11 years ago thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s now in remission. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a 38-year-old mother who has been concerned about the risk of getting a second cancer â&#x20AC;&#x201D; especially breast cancer. How much of a greater risk is it compared with a woman my age thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s never had cancer? â&#x20AC;&#x201D;M.P., Parsippany, N.J. A: Within the first 10 years after developing thyroid cancer, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a slightly greater risk of developing a second cancer of the breast, kidney, Hodgkinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lymphoma, leukemia, salivary gland, head and neck, lung, esophagus and bladder. But before you panic, let me give you a few research statistics that put things in perspective: Researchers from the University of Utah in Salt Lake City investigated the risk of non-thyroid second new cancers after thyroid cancer in more than 30,000 patients diagnosed between 1973 and 2002. They found that there were only about 6.5 additional cancers diagnosed per 10,000 persons per year. When you look at a subgroup of women in the 25-49 age group, there were only four additional cases of breast cancer per 10,000 persons per year. You have been in remission for more than 10 years. The research seems to show that the increased risk of developing a second cancer is nearly gone after 10 years. To be on the side of caution, the experts recommend that women younger than 40 who have had thyroid cancer perform routine monthly self-breast exams, get an annual breast exam by their health care provider and begin annual screening mammograms within three years of their thyroid cancer diagnosis. Dr. Mitchell Hecht is a physician specializing in internal medicine. Send questions to him at: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ask Dr. H,â&#x20AC;? P.O. Box 767787, Atlanta, GA 30076. Due to the large volume of mail received, personal replies are not possible.

GET UP TO $5,000 OFF A NEW KIA! Wyoming Valley Motors

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA 18704 www.wyomingvalleymotorskia.com

Our shelves are restocked! We have the cars and we have the deals! COME IN TODAY!

CMYK

WRITER Continued from Page 1C

“My mind can be racing so much sometimes, I have trouble falling asleep. I’ll wake up after I’ve slept for a couple of hours because I’ve got so many things going through it.” Peter Winkler, Whose mental energy has never been among his deficits

a one-man Hollywood Babylon” and his book would be “the first comprehensive, unfiltered, noholds-barred look at Hopper’s tumultuous, talented and troubled life and 50-year career.” Diforio replied the same day, drawn by the energetic pitch. Mental energy has never been among Winkler’s deficits. “My mind can be racing so much sometimes, I have trouble falling asleep,” he says. “I’ll wake up after I’ve slept for a couple of hours because I’ve got so many things going through it.” For a long time, he admits, he did very little. He was deeply de-

pressed, especially as the pace of the arthritis picked up. “And then I thought, well, my academic writing was always good. My grades were excellent. Maybe I had what it took to be a writer.” He got himself a laptop. He pitched a story to a computer magazine, and it was accepted. The wired world welcomed him, without any sidelong stares. Soon after he sold his first article, he started thinking books. “It’s like the guy who gets elected dog catcher and says, ‘I’m going to run for president,”’ he says. It’s hard to research and write a

THE TIMES LEADER

biography. It’s harder still when you’re more or less housebound. Winkler and his sister, Erica Marlowe, live in the little house their late parents bought in the late 1960s.There, he can move around with a cane. Anywhere else, he’s in a wheelchair. His left leg stays stiff and straight. A few years ago, he fell down and broke a hip, which required a six-hour surgery. Falling is always a worry. Marlowe, 56, works as a special education teacher at North Hollywood High School. She devotes much of her free time to her brother. She shops for him. She fills his prescriptions: for methotrexate, an immune suppressant, which exhausts him when he takes it once a week; for insulin, because he now has type 2 diabetes and has to inject himself several times a day. A while ago, he developed Sjogren’s syndrome, which keeps his tear ducts from producing protective, lubricating tears.

Marlowe rubs sterilized petroleum jelly around her brother’s eyes to keep them moist. She brings him food. She helps him dress. She buys him supplies so he can make contraptions, attaching toothbrushes and sponges to PVC pipe to reach where his own limbs now can’t. She’s also his driver. When he started on the book, she took him to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Margaret Herrick Library and helped him print out microfiche and copy thick files of clippings collected over Hopper’s long career. At home, he read through it all — and scoured the Internet for more. He read just about every printed word available about Hopper. He read every word of Hopper’s that made it into print. He read everything that everyone who knew Hopper ever said about him for publication. And though he never got a response from Hopper to his request for an

FETCH’S

HOLIDAY GIFT PACK Golf 5 Rounds With Cart Monday - Friday $100

726794

Route 309, Drums, PA

EARLY

PSYCHIATRIC & COUNSELING Dr. S. Rahman, M.D. Psychiatrist

Now accepting new patients for medicaton management. Patients of all ages welcome.

P OU

MOUNTAIN TOP 474-0100

BLOOMSBURG 784-5663

TUES.-SAT., 10am-6pm

VITO & GINO 288-8995 •

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ Bu ying Gold Jew elry D ia m onds,Pla tinu m , Pu re S ilver,S terling, Indu stria l & Coin S ilver

A ntiqu e Jewelry (Brok en OK) Dental Gold,Gold Filled Eyeglasses,Etc.

K IN G T U T ’S

G O L D R E PA IR H U T

824-4150

322 N. PENN A VE. W -B

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

VALENTI’S SCRAPYARD Route 11, Edwardsville • 570-288-3112

20% OFF

CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES 164 UNITED PENN PLAZA KINGSTON • 283-5116

ACCESSORIES INCLUDING SCARVES

MON-FRI 10-5 • THURS 10-7 • SUN 12-4

DANVILLE 275-0390

8 2 6 -170 0

KEN P OLLOCK KEN POLLOCK

W ilk es -B a rre Dr . S helley Es k in Dr . Fra n k G a zd a Dr . Fra n k Klein s org e

2 8 8 -74 71 W yo m ing

Dr . Lew E. Lis s es

Sctri ePeatrW lkye s -Bia ,a Prar e 1 228209 SMaunn s dSyo u k wia W l krerse- B 5 -86666- 7 -70044- 0-0 57 70 0-- 8 1 9 -- 0 7 3 0 O o rr11- 8 66 77 22

6 75 -8 8 8 8 D a lla s

SERVICE SPECIALS

Dr . D ebora h G d ovin

9 6 1-14 0 0

Sc ra nto n

Dr . M a rk Pen s a k Dr . Fra n k Klein s org e

NISSAN FACTORY TRAINED TECHS. TIRE PA SROTATION TA T E IN S PE--------------------------------------C T IO N ...................................$$9.99 1 2 .9 5

8 3 6 -3 70 0

Tu nk ha nno c k

PA. STATE INSPECTION -------------------------------$9.99 PA EM IS S IO N S T ES T ......................................$ 2 5 .9 5 LUBE - OIL - FILTER CHANGE ----------------------$21.95 H A N D W A S H & W A X .....................................$ 3 4 .9 5 PA. EMISSIONS TEST -------------------------------$24.95

WE SERVICE ALL MAKES AND MODELS

*Oil Change Good Up To 5 Quarts.

O PUOP N O NA TA TT I TMI EM EO FO FS ESREVRIVCIEC.E . P RPERSEESNE TN TC OC U

P OU

Dr . Ron A ven ia & A s s ocia tes

FR EE $25

Prom otionalG ift C ard for every $100 you spend at C rystalV ision C enter untilD ecem ber 31,2011

P inna cle R eh a b ilita tion A s s ocia tes

K evin M . B a rno , M P T • K . B ridgetB a rno , P T Sha ro n M a rra nca , M P T • H a l G la tz, M P T • M a ria H a ll, P TA

520 Third A venu e • K ings to n D O Y O U H A V E A R T H R IT IS O F T H E SP IN E O R H E R N IA T E D D ISC S?

W E D O N ’T N E E D M IR A C L E S!

K evin M . B arno M PT

O ur experthan ds-on treatm en tw illim prove your m obility,in crease your stren gth an d decrease your pain . A llofourtherap istshave over 15 yearsexp erience treating yourp roblem s

B e able to sit,ben d an d w alk pain free!

K . B rid get B arno PT

Forty Fort

www.sandspringsgolf.com

HIGHE$T PRICE$ PAID p - Call The Scrapyard Direct $350.00 & Up Don’t Lose $$$ to the middle man!

Anger Management Childhood Abuse Drug/Alcohol/Smoking Cessation Hypnotherapy

HAZLETON 454-2545

693-3069 • CALL TODAY!

Highest Prices Paid In Cash. Free Pickup. Call Anytime.

All Junk Cars & Trucks

Accepting Medical Assistance, Medicare, BC/BS, Geisinger & most insurances SHAVERTOWN (Back Mountain) 674-3939

180 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming

ALL JUNK CARS & TRUCKS WANTED

DEAD OR ALIVE

Expertise in Family/ Marital/Couple/Grief/ Phase of Life Counseling • • • •

Fresh Ground Poppyseed Available

interview, he reached people who had known him and interviewed them on speakerphone so he could record and then use the chopstick to painstakingly transcribe their words. The book won’t make Winkler rich. He was paid very little. A modest 3,000 copies were printed, and though it’s on sale on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble, there isn’t money for marketing. Another Hopper bio is coming out soon, from a major publisher. It’s likely to make more of a splash. Still, money and fame were never the point.

SVC., PC

Nick Telincho Therapist

Expertise in Panic Attack Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Bipolar, PTSD, ADHD

570-788-5845

Kielbassi & Meat Market

www.timesleader.com

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

agent about his stiff, bent fingers and locked joints, he says, because “frankly, it was not his business, it was not germane.” What he did say to Diforio in his first email in February 2010 was that he had credentials — that he had written about film and had reviewed laserdiscs and that Val Holley, a biographer of James Dean, had described him as “a genuine Hollywood historian and that rarity, a James Dean fan with a triple-digit IQ.” Winkler told Diforio he already knew a great deal about Hopper, who was dying of prostate cancer. He said he saw a well-timed opportunity for a very lively tale. Hopper, he wrote, “has survived enough personal and professional catastrophes to become

724081

➛

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

PAGE 2C

M ostIn su ran ces A ccepted . M ostIn su ran ces D o N O T R equ ire A R eferral

C A L L 714-6460 T O D A Y ! w w w .pin n aclereh abilitation .n et

754 Sans Souci Pkwy • Hanover Twp. Wilkes-Barre (570) 823.8272 Open Mon. - Sat. 8-8 • Sun. 11-6 www.michaelmootzcandies.com • Visit Us On Facebook

W e A cceptM ostV ision Insurances W e A cceptA llO pticalDiscountProgram s

Promotional Gift Card

$25.00

T C TAA LL CR RY Y SS TA

VV II SS II O O NN

$25.00

T C C EE NN TE TEE R R

B etter.

Promotional Gift Card

CMYK ➛

THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

BLOOD DRIVES HAZLETON: Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, along with Miller-Keystone Blood Center, will host a blood drive Wednesday 12:30 – 5:30 p.m., lowerlevel parking lot of the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center. To register, contact Patti Peters, Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, at 501-6948. Donors will need to present a valid identification card (federal, state, county, city, municipality, workplace, or school ID will be accepted). LUZERNE COUNTY: The Wyoming Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross hosts community blood drives throughout the month. Donors who are 17 years of age or older, weigh at least

HEALTH PEOPLE Dr. Henry F. Smith Jr., director of pulmonary services at Heinz Rehab Hospital in Wilkes-Barre and director of pulmonary medicine at Mercy Special Care Hospital in Nanticoke, has produced a calendar benefiting the myriad pediatric services of-

GIFT

Continued from Page 1C

ceptance of our own imperfections, that we learn to cultivate self-acceptanceandcompassion.And,the more we practice this skill, the betterwegetatit,andthecloserwefeel to the people around us. Give yourself the gift of authenticity — if this were the last holiday season you were ever going to celebrate, what would you do with your timeandyourmoney?Takingaction bylivingfromourauthenticselvesis enlivening and life-enhancing. Giveyourselfthegiftofgenerosity — volunteer your time with an organization this holiday season

1 10 pounds and are in relatively good health or 16 years old and have a parental permission form completed, may give blood every 56 days. To learn more about how to donate blood or platelets or to schedule a blood donation, call 1-800-REDCROSS (733-2767). In addition to those listed below, blood drives are conducted at the American Red Cross Regional Blood Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd., Hanover Industrial Estates, Ashley, Mondays and Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays from 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; and Sundays from 7:30 a.m.-noon. Appointments are suggested but walk-ins are accepted. Platelet appointments can be made by calling 823-7164, ext. 2235. For a complete donation schedule, visit: REDCROSSBLOOD.ORG or call 1-800-REDCROSS (733-2767).

Area blood donation sites include: Today: 9:30 a.m. - 7 p.m., WilkesBarre Blood Donation Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd, Ashley. Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., WilkesBarre Blood Donation Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd., Ashley. Saturday: 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., Wilkes-Barre Blood Donation Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd., Ashley. Sunday: 7:30 a.m. - noon, WilkesBarre Blood Donation Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd, Ashley. Monday: 9:30 a.m. - 7 p.m., Wilkes-Barre Blood Donation Center, 29 New Commerce Blvd, Ashley; 1- 6 p.m., St. John Bosco Catholic Church, 108 Benjamin Ave., Conyngham; 8:45 a.m. – noon, Hazleton Chapter House 165 Susquehanna Blvd, West Hazleton.

fered at Allied Integrated Health Systems. This is the fourth consecutive year that Smith has produced the 9-by-12inch calendar. It features 12 eye-catching photos of some of Dr. Smith’s favorite exterior locales in Northeast Pennsylvania and also includes pictures of 12 pediatric patients served by Allied and Heinz. An avid photographer for more than 30

years, Smith’s work has been featured in a number of publications and shown in several galleries. He specializes in landscape photography with a primary focus on Pennsylvania. The calendar costs $7 and is available at all Allied Services and Heinz Rehab locations. Calendars can be ordered online at AlliedServices.org or by calling 570-830-8935.

that reflects your deepest values. When we give to others who have less than we do, or who may be struggling to get their feet on the ground, we get to see ourselves as a contribution. We also get to connect with the common humanity that we share with all people. Give yourself the gift of time — schedule small joyful activities in your calendar, like sharing a glass of wine with your best friend, and be present to how you feel when you stop to connect with someone that you love. Give yourself the gift of laughter — a great time to do this is when your neighbor rings your doorbellandyourhouseisawreck — learning to laugh at ourselves

and our imperfections is a great way to experience the perfection of life exactly as it is right now. Give yourself the gift of gratitude — by practicing gratitude, by acknowledging the abundance in our lives every day, we balance our tendency towards scarcity with the experience of being cared for and supported.Whenweholdthespace for goodness, when we train ourselves to see goodness in the world, ithasthehabitofshowingupforus. When we cultivate these qualities in ourselves we not only tend to feel better physically and emotionally, but we also see these qualities in those around us. It’s good medicine, not only now, but all through the year.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 3C

FREE CLINICS

• Need a tooth ﬁxed, a smile improved, or simply a dental check-up? • You don’t need a DENTIST... • You need a CARPENTER! • Call CARPENTER DENTAL for all your dental and Cosmetic dental needs!

BACK MOUNTAIN FREE MEDICAL CLINIC: 6:30 p.m. Fridays, 65 Davis St., Shavertown. Volunteers, services and supplies needed. For more information, call 696-1 144. CARE AND CONCERN FREE HEALTH CLINIC: Registration 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, former Seton Catholic High School, 37 William St., Pittston. Basic health care and information provided. Call 954-0645. PEDIATRIC HEALTH CLINIC for infants through age 1 1, former Seton Catholic High School, 37 William St., Pittston. Registrations accepted from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Thursday. Parents are required to bring their children’s immunization records. For more information, call 855-6035.

Carpenter Dental

1086 Wyoming Avenue, Forty Fort

570-331-0909

www.carpenterdental.com

THE HOPE CENTER: Free basic medical care and preventive health care information for the uninsured or underinsured, legal advice and pastoral counseling, 6-8 p.m. Mondays; free chiropractic evaluations and vision care, including free replacement glasses, for the uninsured or underinsured, 6-8 p.m. Thursdays; Back Mountain Harvest Assembly, 340 Carverton Road, Trucksville. Free dental hygiene services and teeth cleanings are available 6-8 p.m. on Mondays by appointment. Call 696-5233 or email hopecenterwv@gmail.com. VOLUNTEERS IN MEDICINE: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 190 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Primary and preventive health care for the working uninsured and underinsured in Luzerne County with incomes less than two times below federal poverty guidelines. For appointments, call 970-2864. WILKES-BARRE FREE CLINIC: 4:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 35 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. Appointments are necessary. Call 7934361. A dental clinic is also available from 1-3 p.m. Tuesday by appointment. Call 235-5642. Physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, RNs, LPNs and social workers are needed as well as receptionists and interpreters. To volunteer assistance leave a message for Pat at 793-4361.

Keep your kitchen clean for

Santa

{Book your Christmas Eve dinner with us.}

725818

Editor’s note: The complete health calendar can be viewed at www.timesleader.com by clicking the Health link under the Features tab. To have your health-oriented event listed, send information to Health, Times Leader, 15 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250; by fax: 829-5537; or email health@timesleader.com

UGLY TUB? EMBARRASSED? I CURE BATHTUB BLUES Work done in place no mess Reglazing Tile & Tubs Any Color Fiberglass Repairs: Cracks & Chips Non Skid/Slip Applications Available 5 Year Warranty

THE BATHTUB WIZARD

208-9800

727559

CALL ANYTIME FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE

TUES. 7-11

OPEN MIC

FOR A LIMITED TIME

728347

H.H. 5 to 7

725994

Marty Reynolds, Chuck Artim & Rob Helme All Musicians Invited. No Cover. Genesee 16 OZ. DRAFT $1.50 daily ‘til midnight OAK ST • PITTSTON TWP. 654-1112

1/2 POUND LOBSTER TAIL DINNER

19.99

OR FISHERMAN’S DINNER

Dear Santa,

Shrimp in Garlic Butter, Shrimp & Crab stuffed Flounder and Fried Ocean Clam Strips. Served with French Fries & Cole Sl Slaw

All I want for Christmas is a new pair of

570-270-6700

UGG

Locally Owned & Nationally Known www.VisitingAngels.com

158 Memorial Hwy. Shavertown 1.800.49.SHOES

Served with French Fries & Cole Slaw

Each Visiting Angels agency is independently owned and operated.

Errands • Shopping Light Housekeeping • Meal Preparation Friendly Companionship Flexible Hourly Care Respite Care for Families Live-in Care

12.99

WOW! $3.99 MARTINIS DAILY MA

Gift Certiﬁcates Gi Buy $50 Get $5 FREE G

WATERFRONT PITTSTON

304 KENNEDY BLVD.

654-6883

www.coopers-seafood.com

CMYK PAGE 4C

➛

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

THE TIMES LEADER

www.timesleader.com

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Alzheimer’s Association honors state representatives

Hannah A. Brennan Hannah Abigail Brennan, daughter of Cynthia and James Brennan Jr., Hunlock Creek, is celebrating her sixth birthday today, Dec. 13. Hannah is a granddaughter of Roger and Patricia Kocher, Swoyersville; William and Deborah Dotter, Hughestown; and James and Barbara Brennan, Hunlock Creek. She is a great-granddaughter of Rita Brennan, Hanover Township; Bertha Cragle, Hunlock Creek; and Barbara Hufford, Kingston. Hannah has a sister, Taylor, 9.

Owen T. Cipriani Owen Thomas Cipriani, son of Thomas M. and Michele Cipriani, Sugar Notch, is celebrating his third birthday today, Dec. 13. Owen is a grandson of Thomas and Teresa Cipriani, Ashley; Michael Bienick, Sugar Notch; and the late Mary Alice Bienick. He has a brother, Andrew Michael, 17, and a sister, Mia Elizabeth, 5.

Dallas Senior High School art students paint scenes at Meadows Nursing Center Art students from Dallas Senior High School recently visited the Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Dallas, and painted winter scenes on windows throughout the center. This community service project is under the direction of Dallas High School art teacher Claire Morris. With Winnie the Pooh and Tigger are the artists who participated, from left, first row: Jenna Morgan, Kirby Szalkowski, Jessica Congdon, Kendra Vanesko and Abrianna Tolomello. Second row: Clara Grube, Meghan O’Brien, Katharine Marianacci, Olivia Sod, Marlee Nelson, Jill Payne, Alyssa Whittle, Jennifer Walton and Carly Manganello.

Oakwood Terrace holds Halloween party for residents and visitors

Oakwood Terrace, Moosic, entertained residents at a Halloween party. Staff members, visitors and residents joined in the celebration. Some of the participants at the party, from left, first row, are Colin Forese, Marissa Keiper, Emma Forese and Cassandra Whitlock, holding Lizzy. Second row: residents Lorraine Sharkey, Judy Wozniak and Dea Costanzo.

Ryan T. Florek Benjamin J. Hart Benjamin J. Hart, son of Jessica Hart, Mountain Top, is celebrating his third birthday today, Dec. 13. Benjamin is a grandson of Joseph and Ilona Hart, Nanticoke. He has a brother, the late Trevor J. Benn.

Ryan Thomas Florek, son of Melissa Mosley and Bruce Florek, Wilkes-Barre, is celebrating his fifth birthday today, Dec. 13. Ryan is a grandson of Donald Mosley, Bear Creek; the late Betty Mosley; and the late Rosemary Florek. He is a greatgrandson of Margaret Mosley, Bear Creek, and the late Thomas Mosley.

NEWS FOR SENIORS

PETS OF THE WEEK

Name: Austin SPCA No: A11443683 Sex: male Age: 8 years Breed/type: domestic longhair mix About this cat: white/brown color; neutered

Name: Stray SPCA No: A14802496 Sex: female Age: unknown Breed/type: mastiff mix About this dog: not spayed; short smooth coat; large size

How to adopt: Call or visit the SPCA of Luzerne County, 524 East Main St., Plains Township. For more information call 825-4111. Adoption hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

and 5 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Visit the SPCA of Luzerne County online at http://spcaluzernecounty.org.

Leonard and Angie Hummel sic movie and light refreshserving. For more information, ments. On Thursday, a bag call Charles Hughes at 824lunch will be served and the 1633. center will close at 11 a.m. A EXETER: Cosmopolitan Christmas Sing-A-Long will be Seniors travel coordinator WILKES-BARRE: A holiday held at 12:15 p.m. Monday. For Johanna is accepting invitalunch will be served today at more information, call 287tions for a trip to Mount Airy noon at the Charles T. Adams Casino on Wednesday. Pickups 1102. Senior Center, 5 E. Market St., will be in Exeter and Pittston. Wilkes-Barre. On Thursday PITTSTON: Tobyhanna The trip is open to the public. Army Deport retirees will hold there will be a bag lunch and For more information contact the center will close at 11 a.m. their monthly get-together at Johanna at 655-2720. On Friday the center will host 8 a.m. Dec. 21 in the Perkins JENKINS TOWNSHIP: The Restaurant and Bakery, Route its holiday party from noon to 4 p.m., with entertainment Jenkins Township Senior Citi- 315, Pittston. All Tobyhanna starting at 1 p.m. On Dec. 21 retirees and employees are zens group will hold a Christthe speaker at the 11 a.m. welcome. Call Bernie at 287mas party during the regular support group meeting will meeting at 6 p.m. today in the 9093 with any questions. discuss “Beating the Holiday Jenkins Township Hose Co. WILKES-BARRE: The Rain- Blues.” For more information call 825-3484. bow Seniors of Wilkes-Barre KINGSTON: The Kingston Senior Center will hold a holi- will hold their Christmas parWYOMING/LUZERNE ty with Teamsters Local 401 day lunch today, with special COUNTIES: Community music at 12:15 p.m. and Senior retirees at noon Thursday at Counseling Services of NorthCare Bingo at 1 p.m. A “White Bentleys, Route 309, Ashley. The next regular meeting will eastern Pennsylvania is Christmas Tea Party” will be be 1 p.m. Jan. 17 with Charles recruiting homebound senior held at 12:45 p.m. Wednesday citizens and volunteers for the and Dorothy Christian and with the showing of the clas-

Alzheimer’s Association advocates from Northeastern Pennsylvania recently honored Rep. Phyllis Mundy and Rep. Tim Hennessey with plaques recognizing their commitment to the Alzheimer’s Association’s mission to live in a world without Alzheimer’s disease. Both elected officials have supported Alzheimer’srelated legislation, including the Family Caregiver Support Act and the Uniform Adult Guardianship Protective Proceedings Jurisdiction Act. At the award presentation, from left: Rep. Mundy; Rep. Hennessey; and Robert Marino, co-chair of the Alzheimer’s Association Public Policy Coalition.

IN BRIEF WILKES-BARRE: A festival service, “Lessons and Carols for Advent,” will take place 6 p.m. Wednesday at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 35 S. Franklin Street. Traditional carols will be sung by all with special music presented by the choirs of St. Stephen’s, conducted by Canon Mark Laubach, organist and choirmaster.

Senior Peer Counseling Program. The program provides oneto-one supportive counseling to lonely seniors who are confined to their homes or who don’t feel comfortable in a traditional mental health setting. Homebound seniors should be 60 or older and enjoy having a weekly visitor to provide support and companionship. Volunteers should be 55 years or older; be able to devote up to three hours a week; have good listening skills; and enjoy relating to new people. Training is provided. The next series of training classes will begin soon after Jan. 1, 2012. Anyone interested in arranging for a weekly visitor or becoming a senior peer counselor volunteer may call Rhoda Tillman, program coordinator, at 836-3118, as soon as possible.

GUIDELINES

Children’s birthdays (ages 1-16) will be published free of charge Hand Made - Hand Rolled NUTROLL & POPPYSEED • Pasties • Pierogies • Pagach • Cookie Trays Available *UPS Delivery Available • We Accept Access Card

PREMO’S BAKER Y

227 George Ave • Wilkes-Barre

822-7760

of residence, any siblings and their ages. Don’t forget to include a daytime contact phone number. We cannot return photos

submitted for publication in community news, including birthday photos, occasions photos and all publicity photos. Please do not submit precious

STORM DAMAGE?

or original professional photographs that require return because such photos can become damaged, or occasionally lost, in the production process.

Send to: Times Leader Birthdays, 15 North Main St., WilkesBarre, PA 18711-0250.

As Low As $898 Complete!

ALL TYPES OF REMODELING Rooﬁng • Siding • Structural Repairs and Replacement • Drywall • Interior Damage We Will Work With Your Insurance Company! Prompt – Reliable – Professional MICHAEL DOMBROSKI CONSTRUCTION 25 Years Experience

570-406-5128 / 570-406-9682 PA#031715 • Fully Insured

241306

be typed or computer-generated. Include your child’s name, age and birthday, parents’, grandparents’ and great-grandparents’ names and their towns

PA066033

720491

Photographs and information must be received two full weeks before your child’s birthday. To ensure accurate publication, your information must

CMYK THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 5C

CMYK

Daily grid contains updated information

6:00

0 6 < F L U X ∞ # ) + 1 AMC AP ARTS CNBC CNN COM CS CTV DSC DSY

News

6:30

ESPN2 FAM FOOD FNC HALL HIST H&G LIF MTV NICK OVAT SPD SPIKE SYFY TBS TCM TLC TNT TOON TRVL TVLD USA VH-1 WE

WGN-A WYLN YOUTO

7:30

8:00

8:30

9:00

MOVIES

(PA) Parental advisory (N) New programming

7:00

9:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30

World Newswatc Inside Edi- Last Man Last Man The Mid- Suburga- Body of Proof “Miss- News (:35) News h 16 tion Standing Standing dle (CC) tory (CC) ing” (TV14) Nightline LeaveLeaveGood Good 3’s Com- Ropers All in the All in the Newswatc Seinfeld Sanford & Sanford & Beaver Beaver Times Times pany (TVPG) Family Family h 16 (TVPG) Son Son Judge Evening The Insid- Entertain- NCIS “Newborn King” NCIS: Los Angeles Unforgettable (N) Access Letterman Judy News er (N) ment (N) (TV14) (N) (TVPG) (CC) (TV14) Hollyw’d News Nightly Wheel of Jeopardy! William and Kate: The Biggest Loser The Biggest Loser is an- News at Jay Leno News Fortune (N) Marriage nounced. (N) (CC) (TVPG) 11 30 Rock Family Simpsons Family 90210 “Up In Smoke” Ringer Henry bonds Excused TMZ (N) Extra (N) Always (TV14) Guy (CC) Guy (CC) (TV14) with Olivia. (TV14) (TV14) (TVPG) (TVPG) Sunny PBS NewsHour (N) Call the Doctor (TVG) Paesani: The Story of Italian Culture in Amer- Frank Sinatra: Concert for the Charlie (CC) ica Americas (CC) (TVG) Rose (N) The People’s Court Paid Prog. High School Basketball Williamsport at Crest- Cold Case “SleepCold Case (CC) Old Chris(CC) (TVPG) wood. (N) (Live) over” (CC) (TV14) (TVPG) tine Two and Two and Big Bang Big Bang Glee (N) (CC) (TV14) New Girl Raising News First News Love-Ray- How I Met Half Men Half Men Theory Theory (TV14) Hope (N) Ten 10:30 mond Criminal Minds “The Criminal Minds (CC) Criminal Minds (CC) Criminal Minds (CC) Flashpoint “The War Flashpoint (CC) Fight” (TV14) (TV14) (TV14) (TV14) Within” (TV14) (TVPG) News Evening Entertain- The Insid- NCIS “Newborn King” NCIS: Los Angeles Unforgettable (N) News Letterman News ment er (N) (N) (TV14) (N) (TVPG) (CC) (TV14) King of King of How I Met How I Met Cold Case “SleepCold Case (CC) The 10 The Office Excused The Office Queens Queens over” (CC) (TV14) (TVPG) News (CC) (TV14) (CC) Family Family Two and Two and 90210 “Up In Smoke” Ringer Henry bonds PIX News at Ten Jodi Seinfeld Seinfeld Guy (CC) Guy (CC) Half Men Half Men (TV14) with Olivia. (TV14) Applegate. (N) (TVPG) (TVPG) 30 Rock Two and Two and Big Bang Cold Case “SleepCold Case (CC) Phl17 Friends Big Bang 30 Rock (TV14) Half Men Half Men Theory over” (CC) (TV14) (TVPG) News (TVPG) Theory (TVPG) Ghost (5:00) (PG-13, ‘90) ››› Patrick White Christmas (‘54) ›››› Bing Crosby, Danny White Christmas (10:45) (‘54) Swayze, Demi Moore. (CC) Kaye, Rosemary Clooney. (CC) ›››› Bing Crosby. The Blue Planet: The Blue Planet: Planet Earth “Moun- Planet Earth “Ice Planet Earth (CC) Planet Earth “MounSeas of Life (TVG) Seas of Life (TVG) tains” (TVG) Worlds” (CC) (TVG) (TVG) tains” (TVG) Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage- Storage- Storage Wars Wars Wars Wars Wars Wars Wars Wars Wars (N) Texas Texas Wars Mad Money (N) The Kudlow Report Trash Inc: The Secret 60 Minutes on CNBC American Greed “9/11 Mad Money (N) Life of Fraud” John King, USA (N) Erin Burnett OutFront Anderson Cooper 360 Piers Morgan Tonight Anderson Cooper 360 Erin Burnett OutFront (N) (N) (CC) (N) (CC) Daily Colbert (6:58) 30 (:29) 30 South (:29) Futu- (8:59) (:29) (9:59) Tosh.0 Daily Colbert Show Report Rock Rock Park rama Tosh.0 Tosh.0 Tosh.0 (TV14) Show Report SportsNite Flyers NHL Hockey Philadelphia Flyers at Washington Capitals. Flyers SportsNite (CC) Hot Stove ’net IMPregame From Verizon Center in Washington, D.C. Postgm PACT Choices AscentDaily The Holy Our Faith...Our Dio- Focus (TVG) Threshold of Hope Fulton Women of We Face Mount Mass Sheen Rosary cese (TVG) Grace Dirty Jobs “Cedar Log Dirty Jobs (CC) Dirty Jobs “Rum Dis- Dirty Jobs “Fish Swamp Loggers (N) Dirty Jobs “Fish Peeler” (TVPG) (TVPG) tiller” (TVPG) Squeezer” (TVPG) (CC) (TVPG) Squeezer” (TVPG) Kickin’ It Kickin’ It Wizards- Shake It Austin & Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (PG, Shake It Austin & Good (CC) (CC) Place Up! (CC) Ally (CC) ‘05) ››› Johnny Depp, Freddie Highmore, Up! (CC) Ally (CC) Luck (TVY7) (TVY7) (TVG) (TVG) David Kelly. (CC) (TVG) (TVG) Charlie

Justin Bieber: My World (TVPG) SportsCenter (N) ESPN (Live) (CC) (TV14) NFL32 (N) (Live) (CC)

➛

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

E! News (N)

Sex and Sex and Kourtney & Kim Take Kourtney & Kim Take Chelsea E! News the City the City New York New York Lately Women’s College Basketball Tennessee at College Basketball Central Michigan at Min- SportsCenter (N) Rutgers. (N) (Live) nesota. (N) (Live) (Live) (CC) (TV14) College Basketball Boston University at Vil- Basketball Studio (N) SportsCenter Special Wider Wider lanova. (N) (Live) (Live) (N) World World Madagas- Panda Dr. Dr. Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (PG, ‘00) Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole car Holiday Seuss’s Seuss’s ›› Jim Carrey, Jeffrey Tambor. Christmas ›› Chopped “Yakety Yak, Cupcake Wars “The Cupcake Wars Chopped “Time & Chopped “Duck for Chopped “FlounderDinner” (N) ing Around” Yak, Yak” Nutcracker” Space” (TVG) Special Report With FOX Report With The O’Reilly Factor Hannity (N) On Record, Greta Van The O’Reilly Factor Bret Baier (N) Shepard Smith (N) (CC) Susteren (CC) The Christmas Card (‘06) Ed Asner, John A Christmas Wish (‘11) Kristy Swanson, A Holiday Engagement (‘11) Jordan Newton, Alice Evans. (CC) Tess Harper, Edward Herrmann. (CC) Bridges, Bonnie Somerville. (CC) American Pickers Restora- Restora- Restora- Restora- Proving God Discoveries try to give proof of Modern Marvels (CC) (CC) (TVPG) tion tion tion tion god. (N) (CC) (TVPG) (TVPG) Property Property Hunters House My First My House Property Property House Hunters Hunters Property Virgins Virgins Int’l Hunters Place (N) Virgins Virgins Hunters Int’l Int’l Virgins Wife Swap “Harris/Van Wife Swap (CC) Wife Swap (CC) America’s Supernan- One Born Every One Born Every Noy” (TVPG) (TVPG) (TVPG) ny (N) (CC) Minute (N) (TVPG) Minute (TVPG) That ’70s That ’70s Made “Ladies Man: True Life Mothers’ ex- Teen Mom 2 “Best Teen Mom 2 “Curve- (:03) Teen Mom 2 Show Show Anthony” (TVPG) cessive vanity. Laid Plans” (TVPG) ball” (TVPG) “Curveball” (TVPG) Victorious Sponge- Sponge- Sponge- My Wife My Wife That ’70s That ’70s George George Friends Friends Bob Bob Bob and Kids and Kids Show Show Lopez Lopez (TV14) (TV14) Tina Turner: Live in Amsterdam The singer Royal Opera House: The Nutcracker The Royal Ballet of (:45) Royal Opera House: The performs. (TVPG) London performs. (TVPG) Nutcracker (TVPG) Pimp My Pimp My Pass Time Pass Time StuntStuntDumbest Dumbest Wrecked Wrecked StuntStuntRide Ride busters busters Stuff Stuff (TV14) (TV14) busters busters Auction Auction Auction Auction Auction Auction Auction Auction Flip Men Flip Men Auction Auction Hunters Hunters Hunters Hunters Hunters Hunters Hunters Hunters (TVPG) (TVPG) Hunters Hunters The Amityville Hor- Underworld: Evolution (R, ‘06) ›› Kate Underworld: Rise of the Lycans (R, ‘09) War Wolves (R, ‘09) ror (5:00) ›› (CC) Beckinsale, Scott Speedman. (CC) ›› Michael Sheen, Bill Nighy. (CC) ››› King of King of Seinfeld Seinfeld Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Conan One Hour Best Conan (N) (CC) Queens Queens (TVPG) (TVPG) Theory Theory Theory Theory Madame Bovary (‘49) ›››› Jennifer The Lemon Drop Kid (‘51) ›› Fitzwilly (9:45) (‘67) ››› Dick Van Dyke, Great RuJones, Van Heflin. (CC) Bob Hope. Premiere. Barbara Feldon, Edith Evans. pert Toddlers & Tiaras What Not to Wear What Not to Wear What Not to Wear Little People Big What Not to Wear (CC) (TVPG) “Leanne” (TVPG) “Linda” (TVPG) “Tenessa” (TVPG) World: Holiday “Linda” (TVPG) Bones “Woman at the Bones (CC) (TV14) Rizzoli & Isles (CC) Good Morning, Killer (‘11) Catherine Bell. CSI: NY “Unfriendly Airport” (TV14) (TV14) An FBI agent tracks a kidnapper. Chat” (CC) (TV14) World of Johnny Johnny Looney Looney World of King of King of American American Family Family Gumball Test Test Tunes Tunes Gumball the Hill the Hill Dad Dad Guy (CC) Guy (CC) Bizarre Foods With Bizarre Foods With Mysteries at the Mu- Mysteries at the Mu- Hidden City (N) (CC) Off Limits “Buffalo” Andrew Zimmern Andrew Zimmern seum (TVPG) seum (N) (TVPG) (CC) (TVPG) (:12) M*A*S*H (CC) (6:52) (:24) Home Im- Home Im- Love-Ray- Love-Ray- Love-Ray- Cleveland The Exes King of (TVPG) M*A*S*H M*A*S*H prove. prove. mond mond mond Queens Law & Order: Special Law & Order: Special Law & Order: Special WWE Tribute to the Troops (N) (TVPG) Psych “The Tao of Victims Unit Victims Unit Victims Unit Gus” (CC) (TVPG) Excused Excused Behind the Music Mis- T.I. and T.I. and Tough Love: Miami The bootcampers must Why Am I Still Single? Tiny Tiny make a decision. (TVPG) (TVPG) (TV14) (TV14) sy Elliott. (TV14) Charmed (Part 2 of 2) Charmed “Forget Me Raising Sextuplets Raising Sextuplets Raising Sextuplets A Stand Up Mother (CC) (TVPG) ... Not” (TVPG) (CC) (TVG) (CC) (TVG) “The Move” (TVG) (N) (CC) (TVPG) 30 Rock 30 Rock America’s Funniest How I Met How I Met How I Met How I Met WGN News at Nine 30 Rock Scrubs (TV14) (TV14) (TVPG) Home Videos (CC) (N) (CC) (TV14) Holiday Let’s Talk WYLN Topic A Tarone Paid Prog. WYLN Storm Pol- Late Edition Classified Beaten Profiles Report Show Kitchen itics Path (5:45) The X-Files Adrenalina Diggnation Revision3 Variety The X-Files “Oubli(:15) Howcast (:15) LOL Pets! “Oubliette” (TV14) on Hour ette” (CC) (TV14) Adrenalina TV

THE TIMES LEADER

www.timesleader.com

CURRYS DONUTS

1 - 12 oz. COFFEE & DONUT

3 DONUTS FOR

$1.00

Don’t just watch a movie, experience it! All Stadium Seating and Dolby Surround Sound

16 oz. PUMPKIN COFFEE

99¢

ALL FEATURES NOW PRESENTED IN DIGITAL FORMAT

at participating locations with this coupon. 1 coupon per customer

Expires 12/31/11

Gift Certificates? Think Cafe Toscana.

Share the Gift of Fine Italian Cuisine

Cafe Toscana

one public square, wilkes-barre

570.208.1252

www.cafetoscanarestaurant.com

Dear Santa,

All I want for Christmas is a good PAIR OF SHOES!

• FIRST MATINEE SHOW ALL SEATS $5.25

NEW YEAR’S EVE

NEW YEAR’S EVE (XD) (PG-13) 2:00PM 4:45PM 7:30PM 10:15PM

ARTHUR CHRISTMAS (3D) (PG) 11:25AM, 1:55PM, 4:20PM, 7:00PM, 9:30PM ARTHUR CHRISTMAS (DIGITAL) (PG) 12:40PM 3:15PM 5:55PM 8:20PM DESCENDANTS, THE (Digital) (R) 11:20AM 12:45PM 2:00PM 3:30PM 4:40PM 6:10PM 7:25PM 8:55PM 10:05PM HAPPY FEET TWO (3D) (PG) 11:35AM 2:10PM 4:35PM HUGO (3D) (PG) 1:10PM 4:15PM 7:15PM 10:20PM HUGO (DIGITAL) (PG) 11:40AM 2:45PM (5:45PM 8:40PM) Except on Tuesday 12/13 IMMORTALS (3D) (R) 7:05PM 9:45PM J. EDGAR (DIGITAL) (R) (12:55PM 4:00PM) except on Saturday 12/10 7:20PM 10:25PM JACK AND JILL (DIGITAL) (R) 12:35PM 3:00PM 5:20PM 7:40PM 10:00PM MUPPETS, THE (DIGITAL) (PG) 11:15AM 12:30PM 1:50PM 3:05PM 4:25PM 5:50PM 7:10PM 8:30PM 9:50PM NEW YEAR’S EVE (DIGITAL) (PG-13) 12:05PM, 1:05PM, 2:55PM, 3:50PM, 5:40PM, 6:35PM, 8:25PM, 9:20PM PUSS IN BOOTS (3D) (PG) 12:50PM 3:10PM 5:30PM 7:55PM 10:10PM SITTER, THE (DIGITAL) (R) 12:10PM 1:15PM 2:20PM 3:25PM 4:30PM 5:35PM 6:40PM 7:45PM 8:50PM 9:55PM TOWER HEIST (DIGITAL) (PG-13) 12:00PM 2:35PM 5:05PM 7:35PM 10:30PM TWILIGHT SAGA: THE BREAKING DAWN (DIGITAL) (PG-13) 11:30AM 12:25PM 2:15PM 3:35PM 5:00PM 6:25PM 7:50PM 9:15PM

Saturday, 12/10 METROPOLITAN OPERA: FAUST 12:55PM Tuesday, 12/13 THE NUTCRACKER LIVE 6:00PM NO PASSES

You must be 17 with ID or accompanied by a parent to attend R rated features. Children under 6 may not attend R rated features after 6pm

158 Memorial Hwy. Shavertown 1.800.49.SHOES

723069

PAGE 6C

EXPERIENCE D/BOX MOTION ENHANCED SEATING ON SELECT FEATURES

*New Year’s Eve - PG13 - 130 min. (12:30), (1:00), (3:10), (3:45), 7:15, 7:40, 9:55, 10:20 *The Sitter - R - 130 min. (1:45), (4:00), 7:30, 9:35 ***Hugo 3D - PG - 135 min. (12:50), (3:40), 7:00, 9:50 ***Arthur Christmas 3D - PG - 110 min. (1:50), (4:10), 7:25, 9:45 The Muppets - PG - 120 min. (12:50), (1:30), (3:20), (4:10), 7:10, 7:30, 9:40, 10:00 ***Happy Feet Two in 3D - PG - 110 min. (12:40), (3:00), (5:20), 7:40 (No 3:00, 5:20 or 7:40 show on Tues. Dec. 13; No 5:20 or 7:40 show on Thurs. Dec. 15) Happy Feet Two - PG - 110 min. (1:10), (3:30), 7:10, 9:30 The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 - PG13 - 130 min. (12:40), (1:00), (3:20), (3:50), 7:00, 7:20, 9:40, 10:00 ***Immortals in 3D - R - 120 min. 10:15 Immortals in 3D D-Box - R - 120 min. 10:15 J. Edgar - R - 150 min. (12:30), (3:30), 7:00, 10:00 (No 12:30 or 3:30 show on Sat Dec. 10) Jack and Jill - PG - 100 min. (1:10), (3:40), 7:40, 9:50 Tower Heist - PG13 - 115 min. (1:40), (4:30), 7:45, 10:10 SPECIAL EVENTS The Metropolitan Opera: Faust LIVE Saturday, December 10th at 12:55 pm only The New York City Ballet Presents George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker Tuesday, December 13th at 6:00 pm only All Showtimes Include Pre-Feature Content

(Parenthesis Denotes Bargain Matinees)

Avoid the lines: Advance tickets available from Fandango.com Rating Policy Parents and/or Guardians (Age 21 and older) must accompany all children under 17 to an R Rated feature *No passes accepted to these features. **No restricted discount tickets or passes accepted to these features. ***3D features are the regular admission price plus a surcharge of $2.50 D-Box Motion Seats are the admission price plus an $8.00 surcharge First Matinee $5.25 for all features (plus surcharge for 3D features).

825.4444 • rctheatres.com

• 3 Hrs. Free Parking At Participating Park & Locks with Theatre Validation •Free Parking at Midtown Lot Leaving After 8pm and All Day Saturday & Sunday.

MATTRESS GUY

Gateway Shopping Center • Edwardsville 570-288-1898 www.mattressguydeals.com

PREMIUM CHANNELS Unknown (5:45) (PG-13, ‘11) ›› (:45) Strangers No Hall Pass (R, ‘11) ›› Owen Wilson, Jason HBO Liam Neeson, Diane Kruger, Jan- More (Subtitled-Eng- Sudeikis. Two married men get one week to uary Jones. (CC) lish) do whatever they please. (CC) Cradle 2 the Grave (6:15) (R, ‘03) ›› Jet Li, Repo Men (R, ‘10) › Jude Law, Forest EnlightWhitaker. Agents repossess transplanted or- ened sue stolen diamonds. (CC) gans for nonpayment. (CC) (TVMA)

HBO2 DMX. An intelligence agent and a thief pur-

Scott Pil- Another 48 HRS. (6:35) (R, ‘90) ›› Eddie Murphy, Nick Nolte, Brion James. (CC)

Enlightened (TVMA)

Boardwalk Empire “To the Lost” (CC) (TVMA)

REAL Sports With Bryant Gumbel (CC) (TVPG)

The Rage: Carrie 2 (8:15) (R, ‘99) › Emily Unstoppable (PG-13, ‘10) ››› Bergl. Teen discovers telekinetic powers after Denzel Washington, Chris Pine. a friend’s death. (CC) (CC)

MAX grim

Boxing (:40) Lingerie (CC)

Pulp Fiction (6:15) (R, ‘94) ›››› John Travolta, Samuel L. Jack-

Little Fockers (PG-13, ‘10) ›

Busty Coeds vs. Lusty Cheer-

of mayhem. (CC)

Wilson. (CC)

age. Premiere. (CC)

MMAX son, Uma Thurman. Criminals cross paths in three interlocked tales Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller, Owen leaders (10:40) (‘11) Angie SavThe Sum of All Fears (5:55) (PG-13, ‘02) SHO ››› Ben Affleck. iTV. Jack Ryan fights terrorists planning a nuclear attack.

Shameless (iTV) (CC) Shameless Frank (TVMA) gives up drinking. (CC) (TVMA)

The Karate Kid (4:35) Boss Kane tries to adjust. (TVMA) Sympathy Deadline (6:35) (R, ‘09) Brittany TMC for Deli- Murphy, Tammy Blanchard, Thora cious Birch. (CC)

Boss “Slip” (CC) Jumping the Broom (PG-13, ‘11) ›› Angela You Again (10:55) (TVMA) Bassett, Paula Patton. (CC) (PG, ‘10) ›› (CC) Chatroom (R, ‘10) Aaron Johnson. Premiere. Wild Cherry (R, ‘09) Tania Ray- Johnny Teenagers encourage the bad behavior of monde, Rumer Willis, Kristin Cav- Was (R, one another. (CC) allari. Premiere. (CC) ‘06) (CC)

STARZ (PG, ‘10) ››

Dexter Debra’s battle Homeland “The Vest” with LaGuerta. (CC) Carrie is hospitalized. (TVMA) (TVMA)

TV TALK

Webster and Nancy’ the Money; chef Mario Batali pre7 a.m. 16 ‘Good Morning America’ pares an Italian holiday feast. (N) 6 a.m. 22 ‘The Daily Buzz’ (TVG) Musician Alicia Keys; Show Me 7 a.m. 28 ‘Today’ (N) 6 a.m. CNN ‘American Morning’ (N) 6 a.m. FNC ‘FOX and Friends’ (N) 7 a.m. 3, 22 ‘The Early Show’ (N) 7 a.m. 56 ‘Morning News with

The Sinus and Allergy gy Center

Serving The Greater Wyoming Valley For Over 50 Years With Reasonable Rates & Quality Service Foreign/ Domestic

243 Pringle St. • Kingston

714-3300

Valley ENT can help.

• Nasal Congestion • Facial Pain, Pressure or Headache • Sneezing • Post Nasal Drip • Chronic Cough

• Allergy Testing, Shots and Drops • Balloon Sinuplasty • Endoscopic Surgery • Minimally Invasive Nasal Surgery

David I. Barras, MD Dean M. Clerico, MD

We Offer

(570) 283-0524 190 Welles Street www.valleyent.org Forty Fort, PA

TOLL FREE

1-855-313-LOAN (5626) or

ONLINE @ www.ApproveMyCredit.com

721743 7217 7 2 43 217 43

KLASS MOTORS

Are you suffering suffering from any of these symptoms? symptoms?

Bad Credit - No Credit We Make It Simple 2 WAYS TO PURCHASE YOUR NEXT CAR

EYNON BUICK GMC TRUCKS

CMYK ➛

THE TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 7C

Seriously overweight husband presents some big issues for his wife Dear Abby: I am 35 and my husband is 45. When we met, he weighed 375 pounds. He has now hit the 600-pound mark. I have five kids, a fulltime job and go to school two nights a week. He talks about losing weight, but it’s easier to talk about than actually do. He was in a car accident that left him with back problems, and on top of that he has bad knees from sports. The future doesn’t look promising. I know that one day he’ll be confined to bed — I predict in the very near future — and I will have to drop everything to take care of him. He is already dependent on me and the older kids to take care of him because he’s

DEAR ABBY ADVICE in pain all the time and can’t physically do anything. He doesn’t have insurance. If I didn’t have a family to take care of, it might not be as big of an issue. This is very depressing. I am thinking of seeing a counselor. He has already told me that he won’t go. Your input would be greatly appreciated. —Wife of a Big Man Dear Wife: Talk to a counselor right away. Unless you do something now, you will be unemployed and homebound with a sick husband and five

UNIVERSAL SUDOKU

dependent children. Who enabled your helpless husband to gain all the weight? His life depends upon him being on a strict, sensible nutrition regimen. Because he has no insurance, a self-help group could be a lifesaver. Overeaters Anonymous may be able to give you some guidance and offer him emotional support. There are chapters nationwide, as near as your phone book, or contact them online at www.oa.org. Dear Abby: My boyfriend, “Frank,” and I have been together for four months. I’m 21 and he’s 31. He was married before. This is my first serious relationship. Sometimes we get into heated arguments because he’s ready to

CRYPTOQUOTE

“plan for the future” while I just want to go with the flow. He thinks I don’t take our relationship seriously because I’m not ready to move in with him, get married or start a family yet. When I explain that I would love for all of that to happen — eventually — Frank says it seems more like a friendship than a relationship. That really hurts me, because I’m trying. These arguments over my lack of “seriousness” are killing me. They started two months into the relationship. I feel pressured. If the pressure continues, I’m feeling like we may not be able to be together. I need your advice, please. — Doing the Best I Can in Boston Dear Doing The Best You Can: You

are a smart young woman with excellent instincts. Trust them. You feel pressured because you ARE being pressured. In fact, you’re being given the full-court press. Pushing for a quick involvement/ commitment is one of the warning signs of an abuser. Ask yourself, What’s the rush? Find out the reasons why his marriage failed. Stand your ground and don’t allow yourself to be pushed into anything you are not completely comfortable with. And if it persists, end the relationship. To receive a collection of Abby’s most memorable — and most frequently requested — poems and essays, send a business-sized, self-addressed envelope, plus check or money order for $3.95 ($4.50 in Canada) to: Dear Abby’s “Keepers,” P.O. Box 447, Mount Morris, IL 61054-0447. (Postage is included.)

HOROSCOPE BY HOLIDAY MATHIS

GOREN BRIDGE WITH OMAR SHARIF & TANNAH HIRSCH PREVIOUS DAY’S SOLUTION

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You refuse to accept that there are limits to what you can and can’t do. You’d rather see the future as wide open. Because of this approach, more is possible for you. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Someone who needs your help might be too intimidated to ask for it. Invite questions. Your open heart will be felt, and others will dare to depend on you. Of course, you’re the one who will benefit most in the end. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your interests will form you. To some degree, you can’t control what is attractive to you. But you can keep looking for the very best of what’s available and ask more questions. Your query could change everything. CANCER (June 22-July 22). You see something that others do not. It’s a testament to your unique spirit. You probably won’t be ready to share your observations, but you should record them in some way for later. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Failing often and with great style is the mark of highly successful people. You do not like to fail, but you can definitely see the usefulness in it. Win or lose, you’ll help others with your positive attitude. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You won’t have to restrict yourself, because you will naturally want what is good and right for you, and you’ll be inclined to take life in moderate doses. If you’re being unduly inhibited by outside forces, you’ll rebel.

CROSSWORD

ON THE WEB For more Sudoku go to www.timesleader.com

MINUTE MAZE JUMBLE BY MICHEAL ARGIRION & JEFF KNUREK

HOW TO CONTACT: Dear Abby: PO Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Some kinds of pain happen simply because you’ve fallen into a groove of suffering and have yet to decide that you’ve had enough of it. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). As a realistic person, you understand how absolutely unrealistic it is to want things to be perfect. And who needs the added pressure? You’ll play it loose. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You don’t feel sorry for yourself, and you don’t like it when others throw themselves a pity party, either. Through your actions, you will train another person to take charge. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You will be shedding your skin. And though it’s a natural process, it still takes effort, which you gladly put in, as you are genuinely excited about the new person you are becoming. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You will learn because you can’t help but follow your curiosity and get answers. You won’t worry about whether a subject is worthy of your interest. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Your memory will bring back strange bits of information. There’s a reason for these seemingly random recollections, though you may not understand it. TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Dec. 13). It’s your year to explore a new interest and simultaneously enlarge your social circle. What happens in January will fill a void in your heart. Aries and Taurus people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 40, 2, 14, 33 and 19.

CMYK PAGE 8C

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

THE TIMES LEADER

www.timesleader.com

Comes to Wilkes-Barre

FREE ADMISSION • NO WAITING • NO APPTS NECESSARY

3 DAYS ONLY. Tues. Dec. 6th Til Thurs. Dec. 8th • 10am-6pm

Fill flatware............................................................... up to $5000 Single flatware items .................................................... up to $50 Punch bowl & sets.................................................... up to $1000 Pitchers...................................................................... up to $1000 Spoons, forks, knives.................................................... up to $50

3 DAYS ONLY

Woodlands Inn & Resort 1073 Pennsylvania 315 Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 Directions (1-800-762-2222)

Best Western Genetti 1341 N. Church St. Hazleton, PA 18202 Directions (570) 454-2494

Tuesday December 6th - Thursday December 8th: 10am - 6pm

Any amount too large to bring in call, and we will make an appointment at your home.

For questions call 888-GOLD-031 888-465-3031

IMPORTANT: All prices are based on rarity & condition. If an item is in poor condition, it’s value will be low. If an item is very rare, and in superb condition, it might be worth more than the “up to” prices listed. For example, a 1919 dime could be worth $1,400 in very high-quality condition or less than $1 in poor condition. In most cases, the “up to” prices listed in this advertisement are for items of exceptional rarity and quality. Chances are, you will not have those items. We are willing to take the time to look at your items, just in case free of charge and give you our expert opininion.

Visit our Website www.aracash4gold.com

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 1D

MARKETPLACE

CALL TO PLACE 24/7

570.829.7130 800.273.7130 SEARCH: TIMESLEADER.COM/CLASSIFIED EMAIL: CLASSIFIEDS@TIMESLEADER.COM

110

ALL JUNK CARS WANTED!!

100 ANNOUNCEMENTS 110

Lost

CALL ANYTIME HONEST PRICES FREE REMOVAL CA$H PAID ON THE SPOT

Lost

LOST. Bischon, small white. Max. Has orange marking on back. Lost in vicinity of W. Pittston Municipal Building near Foundry St. Reward 570-262-7505

570.301.3602

Let the Community Know! Place your Classified Ad TODAY! 570-829-7130

LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED!

412 Autos for Sale

Find A New Friend In The Times Leader Classiﬁed

To place an ad call 829-7130 412 Autos for Sale

412 Autos for Sale

2012 CHEVY TRAVERSE LS FWD

BONNERCHEVROLET.COM 694 WYOMING AVE., KINGSTON 287-2117

249 /Mo. *

412 Autos for Sale

39 month lease 12k a year Plus tax

$3999 1st Month Payment, $369 @ Month, $0 Down, $0 Due at Delivery.

Chevy Runs Deep

*With approved credit thru GM Financial Tier One only - within program guidelines. All Incentives applied.

1-888-307-7077

BAD CREDIT NO CREDIT LL TOE E! FR

1-855-313-LOAN

Just Traded Specials

2009 SUBARU FORESTER LIMITED AWD ....................... $19,900 2010 CHEVY SILVERADO REG CAB 1500 4X4 .............. $22,900 2005 BUICK TERRAZA CX ........................ $10,900 2003 GMC YUKON DENALI Must See Local Trade, 1 Owner ..... $11,995 2010 TOYOTA TACOMA 4WD REG CAB PICKUP Local Trade, Low Miles $16,995

2011 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED

2011 GMC TERRAIN AWD

Stk# 1856

32,900

2011 BUICK LACROSSE

2011 DODGE CREW CAB 4X4

2000 BUICK CENTURY CUSTOM

2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING

53K Miles

3,995

2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE

2010 CHEVY MALIBU

Stk# 1782

16,900

2010 FORD EXPLORER AWD

2011 CHEVY SUBURBAN AWD

Stk# 1650

22,900

21,900

2011 BUICK REGAL

2011 DODGE CHALLENGER SE 15K Miles, Black Beauty$21,995

2009 BUICK LUCERNE Local Trade, Low Miles ........... $18,995

2011 BUICK ENCLAVE CXL All Wheel Drive, 19K Miles .. $34,995

2008 BUICK LUCERNE Local Trade, Low Miles ........... $14,995

2011 CHEVY IMPALA LT 30K Miles, Silver Beauty ....... $14,995

2010 DODGE AVENGER R/T

2011 CHEVY TRAVERSE AWD

15,900

2010 DODGE DAKOTA CREW CAB 4X4

2011 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE AWD

2010 NISSAN ALTIMA

14,900

2011 CHEVY MALIBU

Stk# 1802

15,900

2011 DODGE NITRO AWD

Stk# 1734

2011 DODGE CHALLENGER

2010 CHRYSLER 300

2010 CHEVY EXPRESS 2500 CARGO

18,900

2010 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS

Stk# 1597

2010 CHEVY TRAVERSE AWD

16,900

2011 BUICK LUCERNE CXL

21,900

2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN

2010 HONDA CIVIC

16,900

2010 JEEP COMMANDER AWD

12,995

2010 JEEP WRANGLER 4DR

21,900

2010 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 4X4 EXT CAB

23,900

2010 MERCEDES 300C AWD

22,900

2010 FORD TAURUS LIMITED

Stk# 1833

23,900

Stk# 1818

2011 FORD ESCAPE AWD

15,900

2010 DODGE JOURNEY RT4 AWD

Stk# 1791

Stk# 1783

22,900

2010 KIA RIO

22,900

2010 CHEVY TAHOE AWD

Stk# 1684

11,900

2009 CADILLAC CTS

Stk# 1521

18,900

2010 JEEP COMPASS AWD

29,900

Stk# 1688

15,900

Stk# 1837

2010 TOYOTA COROLLA

Stk# 1535

Stk# 1836

21,900

Stk# 1794

2011 NISSAN ROGUE AWD

1 Owner, Only

Stk# 1694

Stk# 1537

16,900

2011 CHEVY IMPALA

Stk# 1796

2011 HYUNDAI TUCSON AWD

Stk# 1851

9,950

Stk# 1850

Stk# 1731

23,900

Stk# 1542

18,900

24,500

Stk# 1797

16,900

2010 HYUNDAI ACCENT

Stk# 1852

Only 15K Miles

22,900

Stk# 1732

18,900

2011 MAZDA CX9 AWD

Stk# 1855

23,900

Stk# 1799

15,900

2010 MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR AWD

5,995

Stk# 1848

2010 DODGE CHARGER

Stk# 1611

22,900

Stk# 1847

24,900

Stk# 1739

2006 MERCURY MILAN

Stk# 1859

14,900

Stk# 1801

22,900

Stk# 1649

34,900

2009 HYUNDAI SANTA FE ............................. $14,900

Stk# 1846

Stk# 1740

14,900

32,900

2010 FORD EDGE AWD

Stk# 1811

13,900

1997 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE SSEI 1 Owner, Local Trade ...$3,995

2011 TOYOTA CAMRY

Stk# 1858

Stk# 1845

24,900

2009 CHEVY EQUINOX LS AWD, Local Low Mileage Trade$20,900

DON’T MISS IT

2011 GMC ACADIA AWD

Stk# 1857

22,900

Stk# 1838

23,900

A New Way To Buy Your Next Car SAFE, SIMPLE, SECURE www.ApproveMyCredit.com

Can We elp H

Stk# 1681

2009 PONTIAC G5

Stk# 1431

25,900

31,900

Stk# 1152

11,900

*In stock vehicles only. Prices plus tax & Tags, All rebates applied. See Salesperson for Details. Financing must be approved thru ally bank. See dealer for details.

1-888-307-7077 HOURS: Monday Thru Thursday 8:00am - 8:00pm Friday & Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm

PAGE 2D

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

110

Lost

ALL JUNK CAR & TRUCKS WANTED Highest Prices Paid!!! FREE REMOVAL Call Vito & Ginos Anytime 288-8995 120

Found

All Junk Cars & Trucks Wanted Highest Prices Paid In CA$H

135

Legals/ Public Notices

LEGAL NOTICE The proposed budget for fiscal year 2012 for the Borough of Luzerne, Luzerne County, PA, has been prepared and is available for public inspection at the Luzerne Borough Building, 144 Academy St., Luzerne. The final budget is scheduled to be adopted at a special meeting on Thursday, December 22, 2011 at 5PM at the Luzerne Borough Building. LEGAL NOTICE The Wyoming Area Board of Education will hold a budget meeting on Monday, December 19, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. followed by a combined work session/regular meeting in the auditorium of the Secondary Center, 20 Memorial Street, Exeter. A non-public executive session will precede the meetings.

150 Special Notices

FREE PICKUP

570-574-1275 FOUND, Dog, adult Spaniel/Retriever/La brador mix, black, male, blue collar. Found near Empire St, Wilkes-Barre, 1pm on 12/9. Contact SPCA, Plains.

Job Seekers are looking here! Where's your ad? 570-829-7130 and ask for an employment specialist FOUND. Boxer-Lab Mix. Female, sable, very friendly, about 5 months old. Free to good home. 570-288-5291 or 570-406-2770 FOUND. Cat, large black male on West 6th St., West Wyoming 570-885-0743

135

Legals/ Public Notices

LEGAL NOTICE DEADLINES Saturday 12:30 on Friday Sunday 4:00 pm on Friday Monday 4:30 pm on Friday Tuesday 4:00 pm on Monday Wednesday 4:00 pm on Tuesday Thursday 4:00 pm on Wednesday Friday 4:00 pm on Thursday

Guys! A perfect holiday gift or stocking stuffer! Chippendales Tiks! bridezella.net

DO YOU ENJOY PREGNANCY ?

Would you like the emotional reward of helping an infertile couple reach their dream of becoming parents? Consider being a surrogate. All fees allowable by law will be paid. Call Central Pennsylvania Attorney, Denise Bierly, at 814-237-6278 ext. 226

ALL JUNK CAR & TRUCKS WANTED Highest Prices Paid!!! FREE REMOVAL Call V&G Anytime 288-8995

MONTY SAYS

Holidays call for deadlines

or fax to 570-831-7312 or mail to The Times Leader 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 For additional information or questions regarding legal notices you may call Marti Peznowski at 570-970-7371 or 570-829-7130 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the regular monthly meeting of the Luzerne County Planning Commission will be held on the second Thursday of every month, unless otherwise designated, starting at 2:00 P.M. in the County Council’s Meeting Room of the Luzerne County Courthouse, N. River Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Certificate of Organization was filed with the Department of State, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, on December 1, 2011. The name of the limited liability company is: BRITZKE SNACKS, L.L.C. The entity has been organized pursuant to the provisions of the Pennsylvania Limited Liability Company Law of 1994. FRANK J. ARITZ, ESQUIRE 23 West Walnut St Kingston, PA 18704

HAWK 2011 UTILITY ATV

Happy Belated Birthday to Dr. Tom! The Dr. Tom that splits his time between Vancouver and NYC. If The Grey Cup was on Broadway he would be there!

PAYING $500 MINIMUM DRIVEN IN

Full size 4 wheel drive trucks

ALSO PAYING TOP $$$

for heavy equipment, backhoes, dump trucks, bull dozers HAPPY TRAILS TRUCK SALES 570-760-2035 542-2277 6am to 8pm

Let the Community Know! Place your Classified Ad TODAY! 570-829-7130

NEW!! Full size adult ATV. Strong 4 stroke motor. CVT fully automatic transmission with reverse. Electric start. Front & rear luggage racks. Long travel suspension. Disc brakes. Dual stage head lights. Perfect for hunters & trail riders alike. BRAND NEW & READY TO RIDE. $1,695 takes it away. 386-334-7448 Wilkes-Barre

409

Autos under $5000

CADILLAC `94 DEVILLE SEDAN

94,000 miles, automatic, front wheel drive, 4 door, air conditioning, air bags, all power, cruise control, leather interior, $3,300. 570-394-9004

CADILLAC ‘03

DeVille. Excellent shape, all leather. $4650. BUICK ‘03 Century. Great shape $3400 570-819-3140 570-709-5677

DODGE `00 STRATUS Running condition. Inspected. $1,000. (570) 706-1186

DODGE `95 DAKOTA

2WD V6. Regular Cab/6Ft. 5 speed. 113,000 miles. Runs like a champ. Needs some work. $1,400. 570-814-1255

FORD `95 F150 4x4. 6 cylinder.

Automatic. 8 ft. modified flat bed. 90k miles. Runs great. $4,900 (570) 675-5046 Call after 6:00 p.m.

FORD `99 TAURUS White, new battery,

104,000 miles, automatic, front wheel drive, power windows, AM/FM radio, cassette player, ABS brakes, cruise control, $1,500 570-212-2410 or 570-299-7712

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

HYUNDAI ‘00 ACCENT 4 cylinder. 5 speed. Sharp economy car! $2,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

GMC ’00 JIMMY 4 door, 6 cylinder, auto, 4x4. $2,150.

CHEVY ’97 BLAZER 4 door, 6 cylinder

auto. 4x4. $1,850 Current Inspection On All Vehicles DEALER

412 Autos for Sale

AUDI `01 A6 QUATTRO

123,000 miles, 4.2 liter V8, 300hp, silver with black leather,heated steering wheel, new run flat tires, 17” rims, 22 mpg, German mechanic owned. $6,495. OBO. 570-822-6785

AUDI `04 A6 QUATTRO

3.0 V6. Silver. New tires & brakes. 130k highway miles. Leather interior. Heated Seats. $7,500 or best offer. 570-905-5544

AUDI `05 A6

ATVs/Dune Buggies

HAWK `11 125CC Auto, key start, with reverse & remote control. $950. OBO 570-674-2920

LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE IN CLASSIFIED!

Doyouneedmorespace? A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way Sell your own home! tocleanoutyourclosets! Place an ad HERE You’re in bussiness 570-829-7130 with classified!

3.2 Quattro AT6. Auto tiptronic 6 speed. Black with black leather. Garage kept. Fully loaded, gps, cold weather package. 78K miles. Carfax report included. $15,900. 570-814-6714

AUDI `96 QUATTRO

A6 station wagon. 143k miles. 3rd row seating. $2,800 or best offer. Call 570-861-0202

343-1959

1009 Penn Ave Scranton 18509 Across from Scranton Prep

800-825-1609

www.acmecarsales.net

11 AUDI S5 QUATTRO CONVERTIBLE Sprint blue/black, tan leather, auto, 7 speed, turbo, 330 HP, Navigation, AWD 09 CHRYSLER SEBRING 4 door, alloys, seafoam blue. 08 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX SE

blue, auto V6 07 BUICK LUCERNE CXL silver, grey leather 07 Hyundai Sonata GLS navy blue, auto, alloys 07 CHRYSLER 300 LTD AWD silver, grey leather 06 NISSAN MAXIMA SE Silver, V6, sunroof 06 DODGE STRATUS SXT, Red 05 DODGE NEON SXT Red, 4 cyl. auto 05 CHEVY IMPALA LS Burgundy tan leather, sunroof 05 VW NEW JETTA gray, auto, 4 cyl 05 CHEVY MALIBU Maxx White, grey leather, sunroof 04 NISSAN ALTIMA SL 3.5 white, black leather, sun roof 03 VW JETTA GLS Black. Auto. Sunroof. 03 AUDI S8 QUATTRO Mid blue/light grey leather, Navigation, (AWD) 02 MUSTANG GT V8, Green, black leather, 5 speed, 01 CHEVY LUMINA LS 4 door, burgandy, 72K 01 VW JETTA GLS green, auto, 4 cyl 01 VOLVO V70 STATION WAGON, blue/grey, leather, AWD 98 MAZDA MILLENIA green 98 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS black 98 HONDA CIVIC EX, 2 dr, auto, silver

BMW `99 M3

Convertible with Hard Top. AM/FM. 6 disc CD. 117 K miles. Stage 2 Dinan suspension. Cross drilled rotors. Cold air intake. All maintenance records available. $11,500 OBO. 570-466-2630

CADILLAC `04 DEVILLE Very good condition.

Northstar V-8. Dark red. Gray leather. Loaded. 1 owner. 24,000 miles. $8,500 570-814-7259

CHEVROLET `03 IMPALA 97,000 miles, $3,300. 570-592-4522 570-592-4994

CHEVROLET ‘06 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE

Silver beauty, 1 Owner, Museum quality. 4,900 miles, 6 speed. All possible options including Navigation, Power top. New, paid $62,000 Must sell $45,900 570-299-9370

CHEVY `08 MALIBU

LT. Imperial blue, sunroof, transferrable warranty to 100K miles. 19,700 miles. Loaded. $15,999 negotiable. Call 570-862-1799

CHEVY `97 ASTROVAN Beautiful, 4 door. Power steering & brakes. 8 cylinder. Excellent condition. $3,000. Negotiable. 570-762-3504

CHEVY ‘11 MALIBU LT Moonroof. 7K miles. $16,880

SUVS, VANS, TRUCKS, 4 X4’s

08 JEEP COMPASS SPORT Silver, 4 cylinder, auto, 4x4 08 DODGE RAM 1500 QUAD CAB, white, 5.7 Hemi, 4 door, 4x4. 08 CADILLAC ESCALADE Blk/Blk leather, 3rd seat, Navgtn, 4x4 07 DODGE DURANGO SLT blue, 3rd seat 4x4 07 CHEVY UPLANDER silver, 7 passenger mini van 07 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT Blue grey leather, 7 pax mini van 06 MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR XLS, Blue auto, V6, AWD 06 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN ES, red, 4dr, entrtnmt cntr, 7 pass mini van 08 FORD F150 XLT Extra cab, truck, black, V8, 4x4 05 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT, blue, grey leather, 4x4 05 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT blue 4x4 05 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO Blue, auto, 4x4 05 BUICK RANIER CXL gold, tan, leather, sunroof (AWD) 04 DODGE DAKOTA CLUB cab, black, auto, V-8, 4x4 04 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, silver, black leather, 3rd seat, AWD 04 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, 4x4 black, black leather, 3rd seat, 04 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE OVERLAND Graphite grey, 2 tone leather, sunroof, 4x4 04 CHEVY SUBURBAN LS, pewter silver, 3rd seat, 4x4 03 CHEVY TRACKER ZR2, blue, auto, 4x4 03 DODGE DURANGO SLT, white, gray leather, 3rd seat, 4x4 03 FORD WINDSTAR LX green 4 door, 7 pax mini van 02 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY 7 passenger, mini van, gold AWD 02 CHEVY 2500 HD Reg. Cab. pickup truck, green, auto, 4x4 01 NISSIAN XTERRA, black, 5 speed, 4x4 01 F150 SUPERCREW XLT, green, 4 door, V8, 4x4 truck 00 FORD EXPLORER

BMW `07 328xi Black with black

interior. Heated seats. Back up & navigation systems. New tires & brakes. Sunroof. Garage kept. Many extras! 46,000 Miles. Asking $20,500. 570-825-8888 or 626-297-0155 Call Anytime!

BMW ‘04 325 XI White. Fully

loaded. 120k miles. $10,500 or best offer. 570-454-3287

BMWSilver, `01 X5fully BUICK `05 LACROSSE 4.4i. Metallic Gray. Heatloaded, tan leather interior. 1 owner. 103k miles. $8,999 or best offer. Call 570-814-3666

412 Autos for Sale

ACME AUTO SALES Call Our Auto Credit Hot Line to get Pre-approved for a Car Loan!

To place your ad call...829-7130

406

412 Autos for Sale

GOOD CREDIT, BAD CREDIT, NO CREDIT

Wilkes-Barre, PA 570-825-8253

Regularly scheduled meetings for 2012 are: January 12, February 9, March 8, April 12, May 10, June 14, July 12, August 9, September 13, October 11, November 8 and December 13. LEGAL NOTICE

ATVs/Dune Buggies

LEO’S AUTO SALES 92 Butler St

You may email your notices to mpeznowski@ timesleader.com

406

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

ed leather seats. Traction control, 6 way power front seats, remote start. Rear park assist. New tires. 41,400 miles. $11,000 570-696-2148

TOYOTA `10

Camry SE. 56,000 miles. Red, alloy wheels, black cloth interior. Will consider trade. $14,200 (570) 793-9157

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

CHEVY`10 CAMARO SS2. Fully load, V8,

jewel red with white stripes on hood & trunk, list price is $34,500, Selling for $29,900. Call 570-406-1974

CHRYSLER `06 300 4 door sedan in per-

fect condition. Full service records. All luxury options and features. 25.5 MPG. $12,800. Call 570-371-1615

CHRYSLER ‘04 SEBRING CONVERTIBLE

Silver, 2nd owner clean title. Very clean inside & outside. Auto, Power mirrors, windows. CD player, cruise, central console heated power mirrors. 69,000 miles. $4900. 570-991-5558

CHRYSLER ‘08 SEBRING

Leather. Heated seats. DVD Player. $12,450

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

DODGE `02 DURANGO SLT all power, 4.7,

All leather, 7 passenger, running boards, 80,000 miles, CD player, new tires. $7,000. 570-877-9896

DODGE `02 STRATUS SE PLUS 100,000 miles, auto-

matic, front wheel drive, 4 door, antilock brakes, air conditioning, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, power seats, all power, cruise control, CD player, keyless entry, rear defroster, new 2.7 engine.timing set, water pump, oil pump, $2,999. (570) 604-5277

FORD `08 ESCAPE

XLT. 56,800 miles. Grey metallic with grey cloth interior. 2WD. Auto. Power windows & locks. Dual air bags. A/C. Alloy Wheels. Excellent condition. $14,500 Trades Welcome 570-328-5497

FORD `95 CROWN VICTORIA V-8, power windows

& seats, cruise control. Recent inspection. Asking $1,000. Call 570-604-9325

HONDA 06 CIVIC LX

Silver. Auto. 91K miles. Some body dents. A title. Runs excellent. Service records. Asking $8,000. 570-417-3507

412 Autos for Sale

CROSSROAD MOTORS

LEXUS `01 ES 300

570-825-7988

700 Sans Souci Highway WE SELL FOR LESS!! ‘10 Dodge Caravan SXT 32K. Silver-Black. Power slides. Factory warranty. $17,699 ‘09 DODGE CALIBER SXT 2.0 Automatic, 24k Factory Warranty! $12,299 ‘08 CHEVY IMPALA LS Only 18K! One Owner - Estate Sale. $14,499 ‘08 SUBARU Special Edition 42k, 5 speed, AWD. Factory warranty. $13,499 ‘08 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 4x4, Regular Cab, 63K, Factory Warranty $13,499 ‘08 CHEVY IMPALA LS 4 door, only 37K! 5 Yr. 100K factory warranty $11,899 ‘08 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE 4 cylinder, 40k $11,599 ‘08 CHEVY IMPALA LS 60k. Factory warranty. $9,899 ‘05 HONDA CRV EX One owner, just traded, 65k $13,099 ‘05 Suzuki Verona LX Auto. 64K. Factory warranty. $5,499 ‘03 DODGE CARAVAN R-A/C. 69k. $6,699 ‘01 LINCOLN TOWN CAR Executive 74K $5,899 TITLE TAGS FULL NOTARY SERVICE 6 M ONTH WARRANTY

FORD ‘07 MUSTANG V6, 5-speed auto-

matic, leather interior, steel exhaust, keyless entry, new inspection, bumper to bumper warranty, expires 08/23/15. 36,400 miles, security window louvers, rear spoiler with brake light. Perfect condition. $17,000, negotiable. 570-451-0702 Call after 2:00 p.m.

FORD ‘08 FOCUS SE Auto. Alloys. CD Player. $11,880

80,000 miles, excellent condition, all options. Recently serviced. New tires. $9,300. 570-388-6669

LEXUS `98 LS 400

Excellent condition, garage kept, 1 owner. Must see. Low mileage, 90K. Leather interior. All power. GPS navigation, moon roof, cd changer. Loaded. $9,000 or best offer. 570-706-6156

WANTED!

ALL JUNK CARS! CA$H PAID

570-301-3602

MARZAK MOTORS

601 Green Ridge St, Scranton

9999999

FORD `97 CROWN VICTORIA, green, 4 door, V8, loaded, 71K $4,200 CHEVY ’99 MALIBU, tan, 4 door, V6, 29K original miles $4,695 LINCOLN ‘00 TOWNCAR, tan, leather, loaded, 116K $5,395 Ford ‘04 Taurus, 4 door, grey, loaded, 140K $3,995 FORD ‘03 WINDSTAR LX, green, loaded 129K $4,900

570-955-5792

NISSAN `08 SENTRA 58K miles. 4 cylin-

der, 6 speed manual. Great condition. All power. A/C. Cruise. $10,500. Call 570-333-4379 after 6:30 pm

NISSAN `08 XTERRA Grey, Mint condition.

35K miles. New, allseason tires. Sirius radio. 2 sets of mats, including cargo mats. $18,400. Call 570-822-3494 or 570-498-0977

D.P. MOTORS

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

GET THE WORD OUT with a Classified Ad. 570-829-7130

HONDA `09 CIVIC LX-S Excellent condition

inside & out. Garage kept. Regularly serviced by dealer, records available. Option include alloy wheels, decklid spoiler, sport seats, interior accent lighting (blue), Nose mask and custom cut floor mats. Dark grey with black interior. 56K highway miles. REDUCED! $13,300. Call 570-709-4695

VITO’S & GINO’S Wanted: Junk Cars & Trucks Highest Prices Paid!!

FREE PICKUP

288-8995

HYUNDAI ‘06 ELANTRA Tan, 4 door,

clean title, 4 cylinder, auto, 115k miles. Power windows, & keyless entry, CD player, cruise, central console heated power mirrors. $3900 570-991-5558

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

570-714-4146

PONTIAC ‘02 SUNFIRE

2 door. Very clean! Warrantied. 75K. $5,695. BUY * SELL * TRADE

PONTIAC `04 VIBE

White. New manual transmission & clutch. Front wheel drive. 165k highway miles. Great on gas. Good condition, runs well. $3,000 or best offer 570-331-4777

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

PONTIAC 01 GRAND AM 4 cylinder. Auto. Sharp Sharp Car! $2,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

PORSCHE `01 BOXSTER S Biarritz white, con-

vertible,new $58,000, 3.2 liter, 6 cylinder, 250HP. Loaded with all the extra options. Less than 15,000 miles. $21,000 570-586-0401

SUBARU `02 FORESTER

L. AWD. Red. $2,850. Hail damage. Runs great. Auto, air, CD, cassette, cruise, tilt. All power. 174K miles. Mechanical inspection welcomed. Call 570-561-9217

JAGUAR ‘94 XJS CONVERTIBLE

Mint Condition Magnolia red, with palomino beige leather interior. This car rates a 10 in & out. 4 new tires and services. Florida car. $13,300. 570-885-1512

PORSCHE `85 944

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

SUZUKI ‘10 SX4 4x4 6,000 miles. $14,000. ‘08 Ford F250, 4x4 4,000 miles, 4 door, 8 foot bed/with or without plow. $45,000. All showroom new! 570-826-0200 or 570-868-3968

TOYOTA ‘00 SOLARA SE SUPER CLEAN All power, new

tires, new back brakes. 125,000 miles. $6,800 negotiable. 570-417-8353

TOYOTA 07 CAMRY LE Low miles. One owner. $13,880

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

VOLKSWAGEN `04 Beetle - Convertible

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

BANKRUPTCY

FREE CONSULT

Guaranteed Low Fees Payment Plan! Colleen Metroka 570-592-4796 Bankruptcy $595 Guaranteed Low Fees www.BkyLaw.net Atty Kurlancheek 825-5252 W-B DIVORCE No Fault $295 divorce295.com Atty. Kurlancheek 800-324-9748 W-B

FORD SALEEN ‘04 281 SC Coupe

OLDSMOBILE `68 DELMONT

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

MERCEDES 1975

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

To place your ad Call Toll Free 1-800-427-8649

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. $28,000. Call 825-6272

MERCURY `79 ZEPHYR

6 cylinder automatic. 52k original miles. Florida car. $1500. 570-899-1896

2.0 automatic, air 67k miles $6400. 570-466-0999

Selling your Camper? Place an ad and find a new owner. 570-829-7130

VOLVO `95 940 STATIONWAGON Looks and runs like new. Sun roof, CD loader, all power. 98,000 miles, $2,950, OBO 570-702-6023

VOLVO 850 ‘95 WAGON Runs good, air, automatic, fair shape. $1,800. 347-693-4156

415 Autos-Antique & Classic

CHEVY ‘30 HOTROD COUPE

Must Sell! Appraised for $9,200 • All original

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

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

AUTO SERVICE DIRECTORY

462

Auto Accessories

TONNEAU COVER new, Extang Trifecta fits ‘00-10 Toyota Tacoma $250. Weather Tech, new, vent- visors slid in door window, fits ‘00 to 10 Toyota Tacoma $40. 570-829-1048

468

Auto Parts

468

Auto Parts

570-301-3602

CALL US! TO JUNK YOUR CAR

BEST PRICES IN THE AREA CA$H ON THE $POT, Free Anytime Pickup 570-301-3602

472

VOLKSWAGEN ‘00 BEETLE

Auto Services

$ WANTED JUNK $ VEHICLES LISPI TOWING All Junk Cars & Trucks Wanted Highest Prices Paid In CA$H

FREE PICKUP

570-574-1275 VENT VISOR, ‘99’05 Chevy Truck, new, $25. STEP BARS, Weston, ‘05 Jeep Wrangler, new, $75. 570-655-8056

We pick up 822-0995

VITO’S & GINO’S Like New Tires $15 & UP! Like New Batteries $20 & UP! Carry Out Price 288-8995

WANTED

GET THE WORD OUT with a Classified Ad. 570-829-7130

Cars & Full Size Trucks. For prices... Lamoreaux Auto Parts 477-2562

468

$49,000

FORD ‘76 THUNDERBIRD

All original $12,000

MERCEDES ‘76 450 SL $24,000

MERCEDES ‘29

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

FORD `52 COUNTRY SEDAN CUSTOM LINE

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

310

Auto Parts

Harry’s U Pull It

AS ALWAYS ****HIGHEST PRICES***** PAID FOR YOUR UNWANTED VEHICLES!!! DRIVE IN PRICES Call for Details (570) 459-9901 Vehicles must be COMPLETE !!

Plus Enter to Win $500.00 Cash!! DRAWING TO BE HELD DECEMBER 31 www.wegotused.com

250 General Auction

Call 829-7130 To Place Your Ad Attorney Services

415 Autos-Antique & Classic

Auto. 4 Cylinder. $16,450

Don’t Keep Your Practice a Secret!

310

415 Autos-Antique & Classic

TOYOTA ‘09 COROLLA S

LAW DIRECTORY

JAGUAR `00 S TYPE 4 door sedan. Like

new condition. Brilliant blue exterior with beige hides. Car is fully equipped with navigation system, V-8, automatic, climate control AC, alarm system, AM/FM 6 disc CD, garage door opener. 42,000 original miles. $9,000 Call (570) 288-6009

412 Autos for Sale

Attorney Services

ESTATE PLANNING /ADMINISTRATION

Real Estate & Civil Litigation Attorney Ron Wilson 570-822-2345 Free Bankruptcy Consultation Payment plans. Carol Baltimore 570-822-1959 SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY Free Consultation. Contact Atty. Sherry Dalessandro 570-823-9006

250 General Auction

AUCTIONS BY MARVA

213 EAST LUZERNE AVE., LARKESVILLE Wednesday, December 14 at 4:00pm

Furniture, Collectibles, Christmas & Household. Hall is full as usual! AUCT: Marva Myslak AU-3247L For Information: 570-822-8249 WWW.AUCTIONZIP.COM ID #3473

10% Buyers Premium. We accept all Credit Cards.

150 Special Notices

Octagon Family Restaurant

375 W Main St, Plymouth, PA 18651

570-779-2288

Wednesday Dec. 14 Special

.35 cent Wings

Wednesday-Sunday Open at 4 pm In House Only

Home of the Original ‘O-Bar’ Pizza

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 3D

2,000 MILES!

TO CHOOSE FROM

TO CHOOSE FROM STARTING AT

STARTING AT

TO CHOOSE FROM STARTING AT

21K MILES!

TO CHOOSE FROM

TO CHOOSE FROM STARTING AT

STARTING AT

TO CHOOSE FROM

STARTING AT

TO CHOOSE FROM

STARTING AT

TO CHOOSE FROM 47K STARTING AT

10K MILES!

MILES!

15K

MILES!

TO CHOOSE FROM 3900 MILES!

15K

MILES!

FREE STATE INSPECTION AS LONG AS YOU OWN THE CAR! *Tax and tags extra. Security Deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. See salesperson for details. All payments subject to credit approval by the primary lending source, Tier 0 rate. Special APR financing cannot be combined with Ford cash rebate. “BUY FOR” prices are based on 72 month at $18.30 per month per $1000 financed with $2,500 down (cash or trade). Photos of vehicles are for illustration purposes only. Coccia Ford is not responsible for any typographical errors. No Security Deposit Necessary. See dealer for details. Sale ends DECEMBER 31, 2011.

CALL NOW 823-8888 1-800-817-FORD Overlooking Mohegan Sun 577 East Main St., Plains

Just Minutes from Scranton or W-B

VISIT US AT WWW.COCCIACARS.COM

PAGE 4D

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com 427

Commercial Trucks & Equipment

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

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

GMC SIERRA ‘98 3500

4WD Stake Side, 350 V8, Auto. 75,000 miles on current engine. 12' wood bed, body, tires, interior good. Excellent running condition. New generator, starter, battery. Just tuned and inspected. $6,900. Call 570-656-1080

439

Motorcycles

442 RVs & Campers

CHEROKEE ‘10

Travel trailer. 39 ft., 4 slide outs, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath rooms, microwave, awning, tinted windows, Brand new. Have no pets or smokers. Much more!!!!! $33,000 (cell) 682-888-2880

FLAGSTAFF `08 CLASSIC NOW BACK IN PA.

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

HARLEY 2011 SUNLINE SOLARIS `91 25’ travel trailer A/C. HERITAGE SOFTTAIL Black. 1,800 miles. Bunk beds. New ABS brakes. Security System Package. $16,000 firm. SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY 570-704-6023

HARLEY DAVIDSON ‘01 Electra Glide, Ultra Classic, many chrome accessories, 13k miles, Metallic Emerald Green. Garage kept, like new condition. Includes Harley cover. $12,900 570-718-6769 570-709-4937

HARLEY DAVIDSON

‘03 Dyna Wide Glide Excellent condition garage kept! Golden Anniversary - silver/black. New Tires. Extras. 19,000 miles. Must Sell! $10,000. 570-639-2539

fridge & hot water heater. Excellent condition. $3,900. 570-466-4995

Orange & Black. Used as a show bike. Never abused. 480 miles. Excellent condition. Asking $15,000 570-876-4034

HARLEY DAVIDSON ‘05 V-ROD VRSCA

Blue pearl, excellent condition, 3,100 miles, factory alarm with extras. $10,500. or best offer. Tony 570-237-1631

HARLEY DAVIDSON 2006 NIGHTTRAIN

SPECIAL EDITION #35 of 50 Made $10,000 in accessories including a custom made seat. Exotic paint set, Alien Spider Candy Blue. Excellent condition. All Documentation. 1,400 Asking $15,000 570-876-4034

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

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

HONDA ‘84 XL200R

8,000 original miles, excellent condition. $1,000. 570-379-3713

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

FORD `04 EXPLORER Eddie Bauer Edition

59,000 miles, 4 door, 3 row seats, V6, all power options, moon roof, video screen $12,999. 570-690-3995 or 570-287-0031

D.P. MOTORS

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

570-714-4146

FORD ‘05 ESCAPE XLS 4 Cylinder. 5 speed. Front wheel drive. air. Warranted. $7,895. BUY * SELL * TRADE

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

FORD ‘97 F150 4X4 Auto. V6. New

inspection! $4,495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

bedroom, Walk thru bathroom. Center kitchen + dinette bed. Front extra large living room + sofa bed. Big View windows. Air, awning, sleeps 6, very clean, will deliver. Located in Benton, Pa. $4,900. 215-694-7497

451

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

FORD ‘00 EXPLORER XLT. CD. Power

seats. Extra Clean! $3,495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

ACURA 08 MDX

White. Tech package. 79K miles. All service records. A Title. Excellent condition. Asking $25,000 570-417-3507

interior. Remote start, cruise, AC, tilt wheel, power windows & locks, AM/FM/CD. New inspection. New tires, brakes and routers. Well maintained car. Will provide CarFax & maintenance records. $9,500 (570) 332-6728

CHEVY `00 SILVERADO

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

FORD 02 F150

Extra Cab. 6 Cylinder, 5 speed. Air. 2WD. $4,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

FORD 08 EDGE SEL Leather. Auto. $17,940

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

D.P. MOTORS

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

570-714-4146 1500. 4x4. 8’ box. Auto. A/C. 121K miles. $5,995. 570-332-1121

CHEVY `10 SILVERADO

4 Door Crew Cab LTZ. 4 wheel drive. Excellent condition, low mileage. $35,500. Call 570-655-2689

CHEVY `99 SILVERADO

Auto. V6 Vortec. Standard cab. 8’ bed with liner. Dark Blue. 98,400 miles. $5,500 or best offer 570-823-8196

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

CHEVY 05 SILVERADO

2WD. Extra cab. Highway miles. Like new! $6,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

CHEVY ‘10 EQUINOX LT

Moonroof. Alloys. 1 Owner. $22,450

GMC '02 SAFARI CARGO VAN

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

HYUNDAI ‘06 SANTE FE LTD

GMC `05 SAVANA 1500 Cargo Van.

AWD. V8 automatic. A/C. New brakes & tires. Very clean. $10,750. Call 570-474-6028

HONDA `10 ODYSSEY

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

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

D.P. MOTORS

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

570-714-4146

JEEP ‘04 GRAND CHEROKEE

4.0 - 6 cylinder. Auto. 4x4. Air. Many options very clean! 1 owner. Warrantied. $9,295. BUY * SELL * TRADE

JEEP `02 GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

Triple black, economical 6 cylinder. 4x4 select drive. CD, remote door opener, power windows & locks, cruise, tilt wheel. 108k highway miles. Garage kept. Super clean inside and out. No rust. Sale price $6,495. Scranton. Trade in’s accepted. 570-466-2771

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

JEEP 03 LIBERTY

4x4. Sunroof. Like new! $6,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

GET THE WORD OUT with a Classified Ad. 570-829-7130

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

JEEP 04 GRAND CHEROKEE

4x4. Leather. Sunroof. Extra Sharp! $6,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

JEEPAuto. 04 LIBERTY V6.

Black Beauty! $6,495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

JEEP ‘06 WRANGLER Only 29K miles! $17,450

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

JEEP ‘07 GRAND CHEROKEE

4WD & Alloys. $15,880

HONDA 06 CRV SE Leather & Moonroof. $15,872

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

JEEP 08 COMPASS

4 WD. Auto. CD. $13,992

HONDA ‘09 CRV LX AWD. 1 owner. $17,880

Kawasaki` 93 ZX11D NINJA LIKE NEW 8900 Original

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

POLARIS ‘00 VICTORY CRUISER 14,000 miles,

92 V-twin, 1507 cc, extras $6000. 570-883-9047

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

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

CHEVY 99 SILVERADO 4X4 Auto. V8. Bargain

price! $3,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

D.P. MOTORS

1451 SHOEMAKER AVE, W. WYOMING

570-714-4146 1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

CHRYSLER 02 TOWN & COUNTRY V6. Like new!

$5,495 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

FORD `00 WINDSTAR

SE. 7 passenger, 4 door, V6, all power, inspected, well maintained, excellent family van, reduced to $2,495. 570-287-3951

HYUNDAI '04 SANTA FE

4 Cylinder. Auto. Front wheel drive. 78K. Very clean!. Warrantied. $7,795. BUY * SELL * TRADE

LEXUS `96 LX 450 Full time 4WD, Pearl white with like new leather ivory interior. Silver trim. Garage kept. Excellent condition. 84,000 miles, Asking $10,750 570-654-3076 or 570-498-0005

451

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

LEXUS `06 GX 470

Leather. Moonroof. One owner. $14,580

AWD. Auto. Warrantied. $5,195 BUY * SELL * TRADE

HYOSUNG `04 COMET

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

451

TRAVEL TRAILER 33 ft Rear queen master

CHEVROLET `07 EQUINOXwith AWD gray LT HARLEY DAVIDSON ‘05 Maroon SCREAMING EAGLE V-ROD

451

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 5D

Cypress Pearl with ivory leather interior. Like new condition, garage kept. All service records. All options including premium audio package, rear climate control, adjustable suspension, towing package, rear spoiler, Lexus bug guard. 48,500 miles.

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

JEEP 98 CHEROKEE SPORT

2 door. 4x4. 6 cylinder. Auto. Like new! $4,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

JEEP ‘98 WRANGLER 6 Cylinder. 4WD. $9,250

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

Highest Prices Paid In Cash!!! FREE REMOVAL Call V&G Anytime 288-8995

$26,950

1518 8th Street Carverton, PA Near Francis Slocum St. Park

MAZDA 03 MPV VAN

V6. CD Player. 1 owner vehicle!! $2,995 Call For Details! 570-696-4377

MERCURY `07 MARINER One owner. Luxury

4x4. garage kept. Showroom condition, fully loaded, every option 34,000 miles. GREAT DEAL $14,500 (570)825-5847

MITSUBISHI `11

OUTLANDER SPORT SE AWD, Black interi-

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

NISSAN `04 PATHFINDER ARMADA Excellent condition.

Too many options to list. Runs & looks excellent. $10,995 570-655-6132 or 570-466-8824

NISSAN ‘08 ROGUE S AWD. Auto $16,620

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED!

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

SUZUKI `03 XL-7

509

Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

503

Accounting/ Finance

BUSINESS OFFICE CLERK Needed part time.

Fortis Institute in Forty Fort is looking for a part-time business office person to work with accounts payable and receivables. Accounting background a plus. Must be detail-oriented. Primarily daytime hours & Saturdays. Fax resume to Human Resources at 570-287-7936 or mail to 166 Slocum Street, Forty Fort, PA 18704.

Shopping for a new apartment? Classified lets you compare costs without hassle or worry! Get moving with classified!

COLLECTIONS SPECIALIST

Local company located in Hazleton is seeking a full-time Collections Specialist in their expanding Credit Department. The ideal candidate will have to work 9:30 to 6pm, have experience making collection calls, resolving A/R disputes, and investigating deductions and chargebacks. This is a high visibility position that requires excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills. Professionalism and assertiveness are an absolute must. SAP experience a definite plus. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefit package. Qualified applicants should submit their resume and salary requirements by fax to HR Dept. 570-450-0231 or e-mail to donna.reimold@ forbo.com or mail To D. Reimold, Box 667 Hazleton, PA 18201.

TAXWANTED PREPARERS

projects. Must have proven Project Management electrical experience and be able to: • Handle change orders and related paperwork; • Establish project schedules; • Create strong customer relations; and • Supervise and evaluate a crew of professionals. Computer knowledge (Microsoft Project, Word, Excel) required. Knowledge of current NEC, College Degree preferred. Competitive salary and benefit package available. Mail cover letter and resume to: c/o The Times Leader BOX 2860 15 N. Main St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250

ELECTRICAL SERVICE MANAGER Immediate opportunity for an Electrical Construction Service Manager. Must have strong residential and commercial background; ability to estimate and manage projects up to $75,000; Strong computer skills; experienced with Estimation software a plus. Send resume to: c/o The Times Leader BOX 2855 15 N. Main St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250

512

Business/ Strategic Management

OFFICE MANAGER

A local non-profit Association seeks candidate with building industry and office management experience. Must be proficient with Quickbooks, MS Office and Publisher. Will plan events and serve the Board of Directors. Full time salary position. Call Harvis HR Services with questions 542-5330 or forward resume to apply: BIANEPA.JOBS@ GMAIL.COM Please, no calls to BIA office.

522

Education/ Training

SUPPORT COACH

Full Time position supporting academic success for children and families. BA/BS required educational, bilingual background preferred. Excellent compensation, benefits, salary. Fax resume to: 570825-4746 or e-mail thogan@voapa.org EOE

85K. 4x4. Auto. Nice, clean interior. Runs good. New battery & brakes. All power. CD. $6,800 570-762-8034 570-696-5444

Part time. Knowledge of individual partnerships - corporation tax returns. Send Resume to: 561 N. Main St. Suite 2 Pittston, PA 18640

533

SUZUKI `07 XL-7 56,000 miles,

506 Administrative/ Clerical

Motivated, ASE preferred. Experienced or recent grads preferred. Competitive salary and benefits. Rymer Automotive Specialists Call 570-970-8840

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

TOYOTA 02 TACOMA 4WD. SR5. TRD. V-6. $11,425

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

Only 13K miles! Remote Starter. $21,750

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

VOLVO `08 XC90

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

Collect cash, not dust! Clean out your basement, garage or attic and call the Classified department today at 570829-7130!

548 Medical/Health

CAREGIVERS/ ALL ELECTRICAL PROJECT HOMEMAKERS/HHA/CNA Homecare shifts JUNK available in MANAGER Lackawanna and CAR & Luzerne County. Electrical contractor Experience preseeking qualified ferred - Will train. TRUCKS Electrical Project Apply: comfort for comkeepers.com or WANTED Manager mercial/industrial 224 Wilkes-Barre

(570) 237-1082

TOYOTA 09 RAV 4

560 Pierce St. Kingston, PA www.wyoming valleymotors.com 570-714-9924

457 Wanted to Buy Auto

LEASING CONSULTANT/ RESIDENT COORDINATOR

Local apartment community is looking for a friendly and energetic person to join our team. Applicants must be dependable, well organized & capable of working independently. The right candidate must be creative, have previous sales experience, computer experience and exceptional customer service/people skills. Position may require working occasional evenings & weekends. Great salary and vacation offered. Bilingual a plus. Please send resume to: Property Manager 9 Beverly Drive, Edwardsville, PA 18704. EOE

Find the perfect friend. The Classiﬁed section at timesleader.com

Call 829-7130 to place your ad. ONLY ONL NLY NL L ONE N LE LLEADER. LEA E DER D . timesleader.com

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN NEEDED

538

Janitorial/ Cleaning

JOBS! NOW HIRING! Full Time- 2nd Shift

Facility specialist for professional services in cleaning. Floor care and all facets of facility cleaning required. Must have valid transportation for mileage and travel time is paid. Stable work history and experience required. 4pm-12pm Monday-Friday. Starting rates of $10.00 with benefits after 90 days. Apply online at Sovereigncs.com. EOE and Drug Free Workplace.

HOUSEKEEPING

Part time 4pm 8pm, Monday -Friday. Full Time 2pm10pm, Monday-Friday. Apply in person: Wilkes-Barre Family YMCA, 40 W. Northampton St. Wilkes-Barre, PA.

542

Logistics/ Transportation

TRUCK DRIVER

Needed. Full Time Requirements: able to drive 20’ truck , 7 year clean driving record, PA medical card, motor vehicle report, must be able to work flexible hours, able to do physical work and lift over 60lbs., $10.00 per hour plus bonus. Apply at: U’SAgain Recycling 486 S. Empire St. Wilkes-Barre 570-270-2670

Twp. Blvd. W-B Call: 570-970-7800 Community Home

Workers Full Time jobs are available to work with individuals with intellectual disabilities in a community home in the Ashley and Nuangola areas. Experience is helpful, paid training is provided. Valid drivers license is required. For information or application, call IMPACT SYSTEMS, Inc. at (570) 829-3671. Starting Salary is $8.85 + benefits Drug free workplace EOE

MASTER LEVEL THERAPIST

Part Time position. Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or closely related clinical field + 2 years clinical experience with children who have emotional & behavioral disorders. Program serves female youth in 24 hour/7 day a week residential treatment facility. Excellent compensation, salary. Fax resume to: 570-825-4746 or e-mail thogan@voapa.org EOE

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

MEDICAL ASSISTANT Full Time. Busy

office. Excellent benefits. Available immediately. Send resumes to: c/o The Times Leader Box 2865 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250.

554

Production/ Operations

MANUFACTURING

MATERIAL HANDLER

• Day shift • Night shift

$9.50/hr to to start. ($.50/hr Diff/nights) General laboring assisting production line with material handling and supplies. Must have experience driving forklift and ability to multi task and work in fast paced environment. 60-90 day evaluation with $ increase $ based on YOUR performance, attendance etc. Benefit Package: includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Vacation, Holiday pay PLUS Full-time 12 hour shifts on alternating 3 & 4 day work weeks. Every other weekend a must. Previous manufacturing experience preferred. Some heavy lifting. Accepting applications at AEP INDUSTRIES, INC. 20 Elmwood Ave Crestwood Industrial Park Mountaintop, PA 18707 EOE We are a drug free workplace.

573

Warehouse

DISTRIBUTION CLERKS WILKES-BARRE Are you an Early Bird or a Night Owl? Adecco has Various Shifts with Pay Rates up to $9.75/hour TEMP TO HIRE REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSIDERATION: PROFESSIONAL RESUME with Solid Work History Submit to a Background and Drug Screen HS Diploma/GED Stand on Feet All Day Basic Computer Skills

Apply Today At www. adeccousa.com Or Call 570.451.3726

HELPMATES, INC. Now hiring part-time PERSONAL CARE AIDES for Luzerne/ Wyoming Counties. The successful candidates will be responsible for traveling home to home providing personal care. Are you willing to assist with bathing, light housekeeping and meal preparation? We provide travel time & a voluntary benefit package. Immediate need in Nanticoke, Berwick, Pittston & Wilkes-Barre. Leading home care provider in PA since 1987. Interested candidates should call 1-855-444-2037 to set up an interview. EOE.

551

Other

HOT JOBS

Call Center/ Telemarketing, Forklift, Warehouse, Welder, CNC Operators, Carpenters, Sales & Marketing Reps, IT Help Desk, Desktop Manager, Senior Manager Deployment Service. www.express pros.com 570.208.7000

STREET DEPARTMENT

Swoyersville Borough Council is now accepting applications for 1 (one) full time street department worker. The work week is 40 hours, 5 days a week. Starting salary is $9 to $9.50 per hour depending on qualifications. Benefits include health insurance for employee only after 90 days, sick time, paid holidays and personal days after 90 days, optional pension plan participation after 6 months, vacation period and clothing allowance after 1 year. Successful passing of drug and alcohol testing required upon hiring. Applications can be picked up at the Swoyersville Borough Building, 675 Main St., Swoyersville, PA, Monday-Friday 9AM4PM. Deadline for application is December 29, 2011. EOE Gene Breznay Borough Secretary

Find Your Ideal Employee! Place an ad and end the search! 570-829-7130 ask for an employment specialist

600 FINANCIAL 610

Business Opportunities

BEER & LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SALE LUZERNE COUNTY $22,000 For More Info Call 570-332-1637 or 570-332-4686

TAX REFUND COMING?

INVEST IN YOURSELF WITH JAN – PRO Quote from current Franchisee, “I started with a small investment & I have grown my business over 600%. It definitely changed my life and I would recommend Jan-Pro.” * Guaranteed Clients * Steady Income * Insurance & Bonding * Training & Ongoing Support * Low Start Up Costs * Accounts available throughout WilkesBarre & Scranton

570-824-5774

Jan-Pro.com

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.

708

Antiques & Collectibles

BARBIE Cinderella Doll, Springtime Barbie, Wedding Day Barbie. 3 for $10. Excellent Christmas gifts. 570-735-0191 DALE EARNHARD #3 SR. JACKET, black, size XXL, made in USA, Front has “Dale Earnhard #3 Heartbeat of American” (with Chevy symbol) embroidered, also some embroidery on back. New condition, $45. DOLLS. (3) Porcelain. Heritage collectibles. Still in original package. $20 for all. 570-235-5216 POSTER, World War One, original in fair/ good condition in wood frame, “Duty Calls, 1917 E.G Renesch, Chicago” $100. 570-262-0708

710

Appliances

APPLIANCE PA RT S E T C .

Used appliances. Parts for all brands. 223 George Ave. Wilkes-Barre 570-820-8162 CHEST FREEZER 7 cu ft Frigidaire. Like New!! $95. 570-237-2464 DISHWASHER, Kenmore, portable, 2 years old, very good shape. $200 OBO. 570-468-9222 MICROWAVE, countertop Kenmore. white 1.2 cu ft 1200 watt, digital, good condition $30. 570-855-9221

Collect cash, not dust! Clean out your basement, garage or attic and call the Classified department today at 570829-7130! MIXER Kenmore stand mixer 400 watt with paddle, dough hook & whisk, red $150. 570-474-0863 or 570-309-5490 REFRIGERATOR Whirlpool, side by side, white, ice & water measures 70”Hx35.5”Wx33. 75”d. $575. 570-824-6533 SLICER Univex model 7512 12” knife, built in sharpener, very good condition. New $1,800. asking $600. 570-833-4495 Why Spend Hundreds on New or Used Appliances? Most problems with your appliances are usually simple and inexpensive to fix! Save your hard earned money, Let us take a look at it first! 30 years in the business. East Main Appliances 570-735-8271 Nanticoke

712

Baby Items

BABY SWING, Rainforest by F. P. music, lights, mobile, like new $40. 855-9221 BABY WALKER Safety 1st Disney music & lights, height adjustable, almost new, $25. 570-735-6527 CLOTHING, 0-12 months, girls, $1-$5. 570-825-0569 CRIB, white, practically new $45 crib mattress excellent condition: $20. 570-301-8495

716

Building Materials

REPLACEMENT WINDOW: New. Vinyl. Size: 28 3/4” x 58 3/4” Low E Argon Gas Thermo Pane. $125. 570-288-3189

720

Cemetery Plots/Lots

MEMORIAL SHRINE CEMETERY 6 Plots Available

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

MEMORIAL SHRINE

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

722

Christmas Trees

HELEN & ED’S CHRISTMAS TREE FARM

700 MERCHANDISE 708

Antiques & Collectibles

$ ANTIQUES BUYING $

Old Toys, model kits, Bikes, dolls, guns, Mining Items, trains & Musical Instruments, Hess. 474-9544

Fresh Cut Trees or Cut Your Own * Spruce * Fir * * Live Trees * * Wreaths * OPEN DAILY 8 A.M. to 7 P.M. Ample Parking Holiday Music helenandedstree farm.com 570-868-6252 Nuangola Exit 159 off I-81 (Follow Signs)

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

724 Cellular Phones CELL PHONES, 2, LG Optimus Android, for Sprint, brand new, one is purple, other is dark grey, comes with charger, $50 for both. 570-704-9334

726

Clothing

COAT

KENNETH COLE Beige, size 6, hardly worn. $75. 570-855-5385 jACKET Aeropostale girls medium $25. 484-239-8507 JACKET, men’s black leather, never worn, tags on, size XL. $40. 735-6527 WEDDING DRESSES, 20 new, 30 sleep wear & summer dresses, all for $550. 570 793-8158

Selling Your Furniture? Do it here in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130

Exercise Equipment

EXERCISE EQUIPMENT 4 pieces, as seen on TV all for $40. 570-824-0248 HOME GYM Implex Image 4.0, new condition. $25 570-655-8056 TREADMILL $150. 570-212-2902 TREADMILL, electric, $250. AbLounge, $50. AbDoer Chair, $50. 570-779-5416

742

Furnaces & Heaters

ELECTRIC STOVE HEATER: Used 2 or 3 times only. In excellent condition. $65. 570-855-8357 HEATER, Eden Pure Gen 3, Model 1000, used 1 season.Cost $397 new, selling for $200 firm. 570-472-3920 HEATER, electric, portable, $20. 570-825-5847

WEDDING GOWN size 9-10, used once, perserved in box. $50. 825-0569

545

732

Marketing/ Product

742

Marketing/ Product

Furnaces & Heaters

HEATER. Hot water. Gas, 40 gallon tank. GE, 2 years old. $150 firm. 570-7791215 after 6pm

744

Furniture & Accessories

ANTIQUE CEDAR CHEST. Made in PA. Good condition. $55. 570-417-1646 COUCH and CHAIR, Victorian, beige with floral design. $2,200. COUCH, sectional, chocolate. $1,800. OBO. Both like new. 570-822-7884 ESTATE SALE LEFT OVER ITEMS Living room, formal dining room, miscellaneous, etc. 570-690-0221 (C) HEADBOARD, oak twin, $50. Oak night stand $50. 570-825-0569 LOVE SEAT, new condition, $165. 570-822-3082 SCHOOL DESK, $15. 570-825-5847

HEATER: Edenpure Infrared $200. 484-239-8507

545

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

545

Marketing/ Product

Commodity Manager

744

Furniture & Accessories

FURNISH FOR LESS

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

MATTRESS SALE

We Beat All Competitors Prices!

Mattress Guy

Twin sets: $159 Full sets: $179 Queen sets: $199 All New American Made 570-288-1898 MATTRESS/ BOX SPRING: Brand New. PillowTop Queen Mattress and Box Spring! Still in bags! Must sell! $150. 570-280-9628 SOFA Berkline, double reclining, excellent condition $400. 570-655-1508 TRUNDLE BED, complete set, Iron, $50. 570-779-5416

758 Miscellaneous

FREE AD POLICY

TUB: cast iron claw foot, white, cast iron, 60+ years old old. 5’Lx16” deep $300. Men’s black leather ice skates size 10, ladies white leather size 8. $10. each. Christmas tree Pink for Breast Cancer 6’. white LED lights used 1 holiday sell $45. Seat covers genuine Sheepskin for bucket seats, both $45. 570-779-9464

WREATH large 32” Christmas wreath has 200 colored lights $25. 16 piece new santa dinnerware set, dishwasher & microwave save still in box, set includes 4 dinner plates , 4 soup bowls, 4 salad plates, 4 mugs $10. Portable kerosene fired heater operates for 27 to 37 hours on 1.92 gallons of kerosene $60. Jacobsen homelite 320 gas snow blower runs well, manual $100. Graco baby swing, 4 position reclining seat, wide one-hand operation play tray for baby’s toys $25. 570-288-8689

The Times Leader will accept ads for used private party merchandise only for items totaling $1,000 or less. All items must be priced and state how many of each item. Your name address, email and phone number must be included. No ads for ticket sales accepted. Pet ads accepted if FREE ad must state FREE. One Submission per month per household. You may place your ad online at timesleader.com, or email to classifieds@ timesleader.com or fax to 570-831-7312 or mail to Classified Free Ads: 15 N. Main Street, WilkesBarre, PA. Sorry no phone calls.

To place your ad Call Toll Free 1-800-427-8649 412 Autos for Sale

Travel 10-15% expected. InterMetro Industries offers a competitive total compensation and benefit package. For immediate consideration, please visit the Emerson careers page at: http://www.emerson.com and search for InterMetro Industries (Metro) in the Company search engine. InterMetro Industries is an equal opportunity employer and strongly promotes diversity in the workplace.

551

Other

551

Other

551

Other

Need Extra Cash For Holiday Bills? Deliver (No Collections)

Available routes: Wilkes-Barre (North)

$750 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

188 daily papers / 216 Sunday papers Coal Street, Custer Street, North Empire Street, North Sherman Street

Exeter

$415 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

83 daily / 96 Sunday / 71 Sunday Dispatch Aster Court, Bluebell Court, Clover Court, Donnas Way, Fairway Drive

Dallas/Harvey’s Lake MOTOR ROUTE

$1,200 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

149 daily papers / 180 Sunday papers

Firehouse Road, Loyalville Road, Meeker Road, Pine Tree Road, Loyaville Outlet Road

Plains/Hudson

$900 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

218 daily papers / 244 Sunday papers Burke Street, North Main Street, Slope Street, Chamberlain Street, Clark Street, Jason Street

Edwardsville

$500 Monthly Proﬁt + Tips

110 daily papers / 137 Sunday papers Bunny Lane, Church Street, Green Street, Hillside Avenue, Main Street

To ﬁnd a route near you and start earning extra cash, call Rosemary at

570-829-7107

Looking to buy a home? Place an ad here and let the sellers know! 570-829-7130 412 Autos for Sale

762

Musical Instruments

PIANO

Upright, Whitman. Free. Good condition, needs tuning. Must pickup. 570-288-4242

412 Autos for Sale

DRUM SET Sonor Force 1003 5 piece bass drum & pedal, 2 Tom Toms with double tom holder, snare, floor tom, all stands, drummer seat also includes zildjian high hat, crash & ride cymbals, all high end stands, have hardware, muffle pads & some cymbal cases, silver. $375. obo. 570-479-2322

766

Office Equipment

TYPEWRITER $80. 5 drawer file cabinet, side to side drawers, new $950 sell $450. 280-2472

776 Sporting Goods BINOCULARS. Lafayette, zoom, field, 5.5 degrees at 12x with case. Good condition. Bausch and Lomb, works, but in rough condition. $20 for both. 570-235-5216

412 Autos for Sale

746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets

InterMetro Industries, a division of Emerson, has an immediate opening for a Commodity Manager, located in Wilkes-Barre.

The successful candidates should possess the following qualifications: • Bachelors degree • 5+ years relevant experience • Exceptional negotiating skills • Experience sourcing electronic components for manufacturing facilities strongly preferred • Experience with Oracle and reverse auctions a plus.

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

Musical Instruments

745 Main Street, Apartment 5 Dec. 13, 14, & 15 5:30pm - 8:00pm Sun., Dec. 18 12pm-6pm Christmas decorations, plates, glasses, couch, TV stand, stereo, wooden stand. Not Handicapped Accessible.

WE BUY

Gold & Silver

Coins & Jewelry

Highest CA$H Prices

HERITAGE GALLERIES

SKIS/SKI BOOTS/ SKI POLES: SKISRossignol Rebel 177 with Salomon Series 7 bindings. $65. SKI BOOTSSalomon Optima 8.1 Exp. Mens size 8 $30. SKI POLES- $5. All items in very good condition. 570-287-1025 SNOWBOARD, Burton, Dominate 151 with Burton step in bindings, size 10 Burton boots, excellent condition, $280. 570-883-2785

780

TELEVISION: 13” Color Magnavox TV. Great picture. $20. 570-288-7905 TV Phillips 32” HD wide screen, flat front, tube $50. 570-696-0187 TV Sony Trinitron 36” HD ready, flat front, tube. Very good condition. $50. 570-855-9221

782

674-2646

756

Medical Equipment

WHEELCHAIR, folds for travel, $160. 2 potty chairs, bedside/commode, $60 each. Walker with two wheels $35. Tub chair $20, OBO. All excellent condition. Call for details 570-825-7156

758 Miscellaneous

All Junk Cars & Trucks Wanted Highest Prices Paid In CA$H FREE PICKUP

570-574-1275

LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED!

PING PONG TABLE asking $25. Yale Safe, fireproof, 13x17.5 $50. 570-825-5847

Tickets

468

554

Production/ Operations

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

784

Tools

TOOLS. Craftsman, 10 in Radial Arm saw, 16” Scroll saw, 1.5” Circular saw blades, 4’ Level, 3+ inch Snips, 9 large metal files, large square, wire cutters and more. Moving, must sell. $140 for all. 570-235-5216

794

Video Game Systems/Games

Auto Parts

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

468

Auto Parts

BUYING JUNK VEHICLES $300 AND UP

$125 EXTRA IF DRIVEN, DRAGGED OR PUSHED IN!

NOBODY Pays More 570-760-2035

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

412 Autos for Sale

FREE INSPECTION & OIL CHANGE FOR A YEAR**

steve@yourcarbank.com www.wyomingvalleyautomart.com

Production/ Operations

LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE INCLASSIFIED!

cookiestravelers.com

415 Kidder Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 570.822.8870

554

“Hugh Jackman Back on Broadway” Dec. 28th, 2pm Orchestra Seats 2 at $400. 570-417-5438

12/16,1:00 pm Show 2nd Mezz. $91 12/17 11:30am Show Orch. $156 2nd Mezz. $121

DOWN*

Production/ Operations

Tickets

SLIM PLAY STATION 3, 2 wireless controllers, 2 games, 1 bluray movie, $250. 570-288-3352

*For qualiﬁed Buyers. Bi-weekly payments greater than 17 1/2 % of monthly net income, additional down-payment may be required. Costs to be paid by Buyer at delivery: registration, taxes, title, doc fee.

554

782

BUS TRIPS

2000 GMC Jimmy 4x4

2003 Kia Spectra

554

Production/ Operations

4 Cyl., 73K, Extra Clean!

5,990

Inserter/Packager Immediate Need

6 Cyl., 98K

4,990*

2003 Ford Taurus

2000 Ford Taurus

The Times Leader has immediate openings for Day & Night Shifts, part time Inserter/Packager for our Packaging Department.

6 Cyl., Station Wagon, 151K, Runs Great

2,990

Duties include but are not limited to: • Opening of insert skids • Feeding of circulars into assigned hoppers • Stackdown of ROP • Clean up of Packaging Department at the end of assigned shift Employees must be able to work flexible hours, be able to lift at least 25 lbs. and have own vehicle.

6,990*

2002 Hyundai Elantra

73K, Great Condition

7,990

88K, Like New

* $

2000 Ford Ranger 4x4

Experience preferred, but will train the right candidate. This position reports directly to the Packaging Supervisor.

4 Cyl., 88K, Loaded

5,590*

*All Prices Plus Tax & Tags. **See dealer for details.

MOTOR TWINS

CALL STEVE MORENKO 2010 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming

Pre-employment drug screening and background check required. Interested candidates should send letter of interest, resume and salary history to:

718-4050

548 Medical/Health

The Times Leader Human Resources Department 15 N. Main Street • Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 hiring@timesleader.com No Telephone Calls Please!

At least 1 year nursing experience In SNF/LTC facility preferred

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.

CNAS

LPNS Part Time 11-7

Full Time 7-3, 3-11 & 11-7 Part Time 3-11 & 11-7

DALLAS, PA

Across from Dallas Agway on Rt. 415 Look for blue & white signs TUES-FRI, 10-6 SAT, 10-5

Televisions/ Accessories

COOKIE’S TRAVELERS 570-815-8330 570-558-6889

W Y O M I N G VA L L E Y

UNIQUE HOLIDAY GIFTS

776 Sporting Goods

RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR

EDWARDSVILLE

This key position is critical to our expanding business. The Commodity Manager will report directly to the Director of Strategic Sourcing. Responsibilities include strategically implementing the use of suppliers to maximize savings, negotiating agreements with suppliers, maintaining metrics to measure supplier performance, and facilitating reverse auctions.

LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED!

762

725065

PAGE 6D

THE TIMES LEADER

Autos timesleaderautos.com

Jobs

PACKAGING SHIFT SUPERVISOR The Times Leader has an opening in the Packaging Department for a Full Time Shift Supervisor. The Packaging Department is responsible for insertion and packaging of our printed products with a primary goal of servicing our distribution operation. In this fast-paced environment, we strive to achieve superior deadline performance, high efficiency and good customer service through planning, organization, and staff development. The ideal candidate will have a high level of energy and enthusiasm. Some mechanical aptitude along with manufacturing process or inventory management experience is desirable. Good communication, problem solving, and computer skills are required. Must also have a sense of urgency and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team oriented manufacturing environment. This is a night shift position that offers plenty of opportunity for career development and advancement. We offer a salary commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package, medical, dental and more. Pre-employment drug screening and background check required. Interested candidates should send letter of interest, resume and salary history to: The Times Leader Human Resources Department 15 N. Main Street • Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 ldaris@timesleader.com No Telephone Calls Please!

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.

THE TIMES LEADER

Autos timesleaderautos.com

At least 1 year experience In SNF/LTC facility preferred

Jobs

Join Our Dedicated Team of Professionals! Call 877-339-6999 x1 or 570-735-29773 Email Jobs@horizonhrs.com Don’t forget to ask about our amazing pay rates and benefits package!

Complete application in person 395 Middle Road, Nanticoke

503

Accounting/ Finance

503

Accounting/ Finance

BOOKKEEPER Part-Time or Full-Time

Part-Time position: 16+ hours per week (flexible days/hours). Full-time position: 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday. Health Benefits offered. Job description: • Manage and process Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. • Manage and complete reconciliation of multiple bank and credit card accounts. • Process and email Excel spreadsheet reports. • Answer and forward customer phone calls. Requirements: • Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Office. • At least one year of experience using Peachtree or Quickbooks. • Good grammar and communication skills.

Email resume to: nepabookkeeper@gmail.com

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com 796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

815

Dogs

28 S. Main W.B. Open Mon- Sat, 12pm – 6pm 570-822-9929 / 570-941-9908

Guaranteed Buying all video games & systems. PS1 & 2, Xbox, Nintendo, Atari, Coleco, Sega, Mattel, Gameboy, Vectrex etc. DVD’s, VHS & CDs & Pre 90’s toys,

The Video Game Store

1150 S. Main Scranton Mon - Sat, 12pm – 6pm 570-822-9929

VITO’S & GINO’S Wanted: Junk Cars & Trucks Highest Prices Paid!! FREE PICKUP

288-8995 Line up a place to live in classified!

WANTED JEWELRY

PAWS TO CONSIDER.... ENHANCE YOUR PET CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE Call 829-7130

This will create a seller account online and login information will be emailed to you from gadzoo.com “The World of Pets Unleashed” You can then use your account to enhance your online ad. Post up to 6 captioned photos of your pet Expand your text to include more information, include your contact information such as e-mail, address phone number and or website.

BOSTON TERRIERS

A.K.C. Registered. 7.5 weeks old. 2 males. 3 females. Beautifully marked. Parents on premises. $350/each 570-833-5262 Make perfect stocking stuffers!

loving puppies. Second shots & papers. $500/each. 570-466-2252

Highest Cash Pay Outs Guaranteed Mon-Sat 10am -6pm Closed Sundays

1092 Highway 315 Blvd (Plaza 315) 315N .3 miles after Motorworld

We Pay At Least 80% of the London Fix Market Price for All Gold Jewelry

London PM Gold Price

Dec. 12: $1,659.50 Visit us at WilkesBarreGold.com Or email us at wilkesbarregold@ yahoo.com

810

Cats

Adorable puppies! Will be ready for Christmas! $550 570-401-3004

All shots, neutered, tested,microchipped

VALLEY CAT RESCUE

824-4172, 9-9 only

554

Production/ Operations

840

Pet Services

PET SITTING in your home! Also offer mid-day walks while you are at work. Reasonable rates! Call for more information: 570592-5362 or email: petsittertech@ gmail.com

900 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

ASHLEY

3 bedroom, 1 bath 2 story in good location. Fenced yard with 2 car detached garage. Large attic for storage. Gas heat. $79,900 Call Ruth Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5411

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

AVOCA

LAB MIX PUPPIES & COCKAPOO PUPPIES Well socialized.

Shots & dewormed. $125 each 570-259-8146 PITBULL/SHEPHERD Mix, FREE, male, 10 months old, brindle color, housebroken, very obedient, great with children, Catholic blessed. 570-825-4315 570-793-4929

Poms, Yorkies, Maltese, Husky, Rotties, Golden, Dachshund, Poodle, Chihuahua, Labs & Shitzus. 570-453-6900 570-389-7877

Registered. Vet checked, home raised, sweet dispositions. Will hold until Christmas. Small, $750 to $850. 570-436-5083 570-788-2963

554

Production/ Operations

314 Packer St. Remodeled 3 bedroom with 2 baths, master bedroom and laundry on 1st floor. New siding and shingles. New kitchen. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3174 $99,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

Shopping for a new apartment? Classified lets you compare costs without hassle or worry! Get moving with classified! AVOCA Renovated 3 bedroom, 2 story on corner lot. New roof & windows. New kitchen, carpeting & paint. Hardwood floors, gas fireplace & garage. All appliances included. A MUST SEE. $119,000. 570-457-1538 Leave Message

554

Production/ Operations

FABRICATION COORDINATOR

Teresa.mandzak@sapagroup.com

or complete application at Sapa Extruder, Inc. 330 Elmwood Avenue Mountain Top, PA 18707 Attn: Human Resources E.O.E. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

CENTERMORELAND Wyoming County

533

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

533

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

1215 Mountain Rd. Well maintained ranch home set on 2 acres with apple trees on property. This home offers 3 bedrooms, sunroom & enclosed porch. Lower level with brick fireplace. 2 car garage. $172,500 MLS# 11-2436 Call Geri 570-696-0888

BACK MOUNTAIN Centermorland

Santo Volvo

3512 Birney Ave., Moosic, PA 18507

DURYEA

This country estate features 30 acres of prime land with a pretty home, ultra modern kitchen, 2 full modern baths, bright family room, den, living room and 3 good sized bedrooms. This property has open fields and wooded land, a stream, several fieldstone walls and lots of road frontage. Equipment and rights included. $489,000. 11-3751 Call Jerry Bush Jr.

400 Shrine View Elegant & classic stone & wood frame traditional in superb location overlooking adjacent Irem Temple Country Club golf course. Living room with beamed ceiling & fireplace; large formal dining room; cherry paneled sunroom; 4 bedrooms with 3 full baths & 2 powder rooms. Oversized in-ground pool. Paved, circular drive. $550,000 MLS# 11-939 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

548 Green St. Are you renting?? The monthly mortgage on this house could be under $500 for qualified buyers. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, 1st floor laundry. Off street parking, deep lot, low taxes. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3983 $69,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

Coldwell Banker Gerald L. Busch Real Estate 570-288-2514

DUPONT 529 SR 292 E For sale by owner Move-in ready. Well maintained. 3 - 4 bedrooms. 1 ¾ bath. Appliances included. 2.87 acres with mountain view. For more info & photos go to: ForSaleByOwner.com Search featured homes in Tunkhannock. $275,000. For appointment, call: 570-333-4024

601 Sandspring Dr true log home on 4 acres of privacy. built with care & quality! features include 2 master suites with walk-in closets. Each Mst Bath has a jacuzzi & shower. Graced with Custom River Stone Fireplace, exposed beams & real hardwood floors. A wall of windows to enjoy the outdoor vista's. Large Family room on 1st floor & Large recreation room lower level. Ideal for entertaining family & friends. This home has 4 full baths. 2 Covered Porches to relax on a porch swing or enjoy the sunny rear deck overlooking the wooded land. Custom Kitchen with GRANITE counter tops, HICKORY Cabinets & of course Stainless Steel appliances. MLS 11-7410 $399,900

570-643-2100 C21poconos.com

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

BLAKESLEE

47 Scenic Drive Country Colonial, hilltop setting. Living room/den with fireplace. Large kitchen / great room. Family room with large windows on every wall. Covered wraparound porch. Full basement. 3 car garage. 11-4498 $259,627

570-643-2100 C21poconos.com

Buying?

1360 Lower Demunds Rd. A grand entrance leads you to this stunning Craftsman style home on 11+ acres complete with pond, stream & rolling meadows. This dramatic home is in pristine condition. The 2 story great room with stone fireplace & warm wood walls is one of the focal points of this home. Offers modern kitchen/baths, formal dining room & family room. Recently built 3 car garage with guest quarters above is a plus. You’ll spend many hours on the large wrap around porch this Fall, Spring & Summer overlooking your estate. Rarely does a home like this come on the market. MLS# 11-1741. $499,000 Call Barbara Metcalf 570-696-0883

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

DALLAS

138 White Birch Ln Charming two story on nice lot features, living room, dining room with hardwoods, modern Oak kitchen, first floor family room, 4 large bedrooms, 2 full & 2 half baths. Deck overlooking level rear yard. 2 car garage. Gas heat, Central air. (11-3115) $318,000 Call Kevin Smith 570-696-5422

SMITH HOURIGAN 570-696-1195

211 Hillside One Enjoy the comforts & amenities of living in a beautifully maintained townhouse, 3/4 Bedrooms, family room with fireplace out to deck. Bright & airy kitchen, finished lower level, Tennis, Golf & Swimming are yours to enjoy & relax. Maintenance free living. PRICE REDUCED! $210,000 MLS# 10-1221 Call Geri 570-696-0888

Go to the top... call Jane Kopp 288-7481

FREE MARKET ANALYSIS

Find Your Ideal Employee! Place an ad and end the search! 570-829-7130 ask for an employment specialist

167 Center St. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath 2 story home with garage and driveway. Newer kitchen and bath. For more info and phot os visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3561 Price reduced $64,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

P E N D I N G

LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED!

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

DALLAS

Call Jane Kopp Real Estate 288-7481

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

DALLAS

Service Advisor/Service Manager

Please forward your resume in confidence to eebartoli@comcast.net or apply in person from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

906 Homes for Sale

DALLAS

Selling?

High-end car dealership has opening for experienced service advisor/service manager. Applicants should have at least 2 years of previous experience. Individual must be a self-starter and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. We offer an excellent working environment and an aggressive compensation package.

906 Homes for Sale

Home with 30 Acres

BEAR CREEK

Sapa Extruder, Inc., the world’s leading manufacturer in extruded aluminum is looking for a third shift Fabrication coordinator. This supervisory position entails direction of machine operators and related production operations, along with driving continuous improvement initiatives within the Fabrication Division. A thorough knowledge of Fabrication equipment and operations, precision measuring instruments, drawings, and specifications are required. Applicants must have five years experience in Fabrication or related supervisory position. Qualified applicants should submit resume with salary requirements to:

533

BACK MOUNTAIN

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.

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

YORKIES

CATS & KITTENS 12 weeks & up.

906 Homes for Sale

white with brown ears & eyes, all shoots, cage included, $100. (570) 357-9513

CHRISTMAS SHI-TZUS!

SAINT BERNARD PUPS ACA, wormed, shots. $550. 570-743-8049

800 PETS & ANIMALS

906 Homes for Sale

BUFFALO CREEK LABRADOR’S Pups. Males. Train-

CHOW PUPPIES Sweet, affectionate,

(570)48GOLD8 (570)484-6538

Dogs

Place your pet ad and provide us your email address

ing started. Champion blood line. Excellent hunters & great pets! (570) 490-1464

WILKESBARREGOLD

815

PUPPY FOR CHRISTMAS 7 months old, male,

The Video Game Store

$$ CASH PAID $$ VIDEO GAMES & SYSTEMS Highest $$ Paid

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 7D

23 Rice Court If you've reached the top, live there in this stunning 3,900 sq. ft., 4 bedroom, 4 bath home in a great neighborhood. Offers formal living room, dining room, 2 family rooms, florida room, and kitchen any true chef would adore. Picture perfect condition. The basement is heated by a separate system. SELLER PROVIDING HOME WARRANTY. MLS#11-1005 $349,900 Call Barbara Metcalf 570-696-0883

314 Bennett Street NOT IN FLOOD ZONE Refashioned 3 or 4 bedroom, two full modern baths. Two story, 2300sf, level yard with new landscaping and 1 car garage. New everything in this charming must see property. Custom blinds throughout. Great neighborhood. Park beyond the backyard. MLS# 11-3776 $164,900 Call Patti 570-328-1752 Liberty Realty & Appraisal Services LLC

DURYEA 314 Edward St

Wonderful neighborhood, this 4 bedroom, 10 year old home has it all!. Extra room on first floor, great for mother in law suite or Rec Room. Mod oak kit, Living Room, central air,in ground pool, fenced yard, and attached 2 car garage. Great family home! For more info and photos visit: www. atlas realtyinc.com 11-3732 $239,900 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

DURYEA

906 Homes for Sale

DURYEA REDUCED!

38 Huckleberry Lane Blueberry Hills 4 BEDROOMS, 2.5 baths, family room with fireplace, 2 car garage, large yard. Master bath with separate jetted tub, kitchen with stainless steel appliances and island, lighted deck. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3071 $319,000 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

Collect cash, not dust! Clean out your basement, garage or attic and call the Classified department today at 570829-7130!

DURYEA

Single Family Dwelling

619 Foote Ave. Fabulous Ranch home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, ultra modern kitchen with granite counters, heated tile floor and stainless appliances. Dining room has Brazilian cherry floors, huge yard, garage and large yard. Partially finished lower level. If you’re looking for a Ranch, don’t miss this one. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-4079 $159,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

DURYEA

805-807 Main St. Multi-Family. Large side by side double with separate utilities. 3 bedrooms each side with newer carpet, replacement windows and newer roof. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3054 $89,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

P E N D I N G

Kitchen, Living room, dining area, 2 bedroom, full bath & pantry. Was in Flood - took up to 3” on first level. $15,000 firm. Call (570) 780-0324

EDWARDSVILLE

192 Hillside Ave

Nice income property conveniently located. Property has many upgrades including all new replacement windows, very well maintained. All units occupied, separate utilities. For more info and photos visit:www.atlas realtyinc.com 11-3283 $89,900 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

EDWARDSVILLE

32 Atlantic Ave 3 bedroom. Great starter home. Almost completely remodeled. 11-2108 $87,000 Darcy J. Gollhardt, Realtor 570-262-0226 CLASSIC PROPERTIES 570-718-4959 Ext. 1352

DURYEA

BLUEBERRY HILLS 108 Blackberry Ln. Newer construction, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, family room with gas fireplace. Formal dining room. 2 car garage, gas heat, large deck, above ground pool. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3858 $289,900 Call Lu-Ann 570-602-9280

DURYEA REDUCED

122-124 SHORT ST. OUT OF THE FLOOD ZONE! Very nice double-block on a quiet street. Good income property for an investor or live in one side & rent the other to help with a mortgage. #122 has living room, dining room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and a full bath. #124 has living room, dining room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths & a family room with free-standing fireplace. Off-street parking on one side. Taxes are currently $1,516 on assessed value of $68,700. MLS#11-3694 PRICE REDUCED TO $59,900 Mary Ellen & Walter Belchick 570-696-6566

EXETER

1140 SPRING ST. Large 3 bedroom home with new roof, replacement windows, hardwood floors. Great location! For more information and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com. MLS 11-2636 $99,900 Call Tom 570-262-7716

LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE IN CLASSIFIED!

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

906 Homes for Sale

EXETER 105 Cedar Street Price Reduced! $50,000

EXETER TWP.

Great starter home in a great neighborhood, off street parking, upgraded electric, newer roof, replacement windows & 2nd floor laundry. MLS 10-4130 Call Arlene Warunek 570-650-4169

Smith Hourigan Group (570) 696-1195 EXETER

in classified is the best way tocleanoutyourclosets! You’re in bussiness with classified!

2 unit duplex, 2nd floor tenant-occupied, 1st floor unoccupied, great rental potential. Separate entrances to units, one gas furnace, new electrical with separate meters for each unit. The 1st floor apartment when rented out generated $550 per month. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com 11-4247 $52,000 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

Find Your Ideal Employee! Place an ad and end the search! 570-829-7130 ask for an employment specialist

311 Lockville Rd Stately brick 2 story, with in-ground pool, covered patio, finished basement, fireplace, wood stove 3 car attached garage, 5 car detached garage with apartment above. MLS#11-1242 $739,000 Call Joe or Donna, 613-9080

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

44 Orchard St. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath single, modern kitchen with appliances, sunroom, hardwood floors on 1st and 2nd floor. Gas heat, large yard, OSP. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-1866 $137,999 Call Lu-Ann 570-602-9280

EXETER

Major renovations, updates, spacious, landscaped, enclosed porch and patio, 4 bedrooms.Gorgeous. Charming inside and out on half acre. Exceptional buy at $175,000 Shari Philmeck ERA BRADY ASSOCIATES 570-836-3848

FALLS/MILL CITY

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm

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

EXETER REDUCED

EDWARDSVILLE

1021 Wyoming Ave 548 ADAMS ST. Charming, well maintained 3 bedroom, 1 bath home located on a quiet street near Blueberry Hills development. Features modern kitchen with breakfast bar, formal dining room, family room with gas stove, hardwood floors in bedrooms, deck, fenced yard and shed. MLS#11-2947 $107,500 Karen Ryan 283-9100 x14

906 Homes for Sale

128 JEAN ST. Nice bi-level home on quiet street. Updated exterior. Large family room, extra deep lot. 2 car garage, enclosed rear porch and covered patio. For more information and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 11-2850 $179,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

To place your ad Call Toll Free 1-800-427-8649

EXETER REDUCED

908 Primrose Court Move right into this newer 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Townhome with many upgrades including hardwood floors throughout and tiled bathrooms. Lovely oak cabinets in the kitchen, central air, fenced in yard, nice quiet neighborhood. MLS 11-2446 $119,900 Call Don Crossin 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-287-0770

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

10 acres with gas lease. Out of flood zone. 3 bedrooms. 2 baths. Living room. Dining room. Family room. Kitchen. $130,000. 570-333-1456 Leave a Message FORTY FORT 4 Sunset Court

Must see! Located in a private cul-desac. Large enclosed front porch, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car garage. REDUCED! $139,000 MLS 11-2824

Call Kathie 570-288-6654

FORTY FORT

65 W Pettebone St. Beautiful remodeled home in desirable neighborhood. 4 bed, 3 bath, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, deck, private driveway with 2 car garage A must see. $163,000 RENT TO OWN OPTION AVAILABLE 570-881-8493 FORY FORT

Great Walnut street location. 8 rooms, 4 bedrooms. wall to wall carpet. Gas heat. 2 car garage. Deck & enclosed porch. MLS 11-2833 $99,500 Besecker Realty 570-675-3611

HANOVER TOWNSHIP

This home says “come in!” You’ll feel right at home the moment you step inside. 3 large bedrooms, 2 ½ modern baths, modern kitchen, living room, dining room with hardwood floors, office, laundry room, comfortable gas heat, cool central air and 2 car garage. You have to see the patio! MLS 11-2487 $235,000 Call Jerry Bush Jr. Coldwell Banker Gerald L. Busch Real Estate 570-288-2514

Purebred Animals? Sell them here with a classified ad! 570-829-7130 796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

570-735-1487

WE PAY THE MOST IN CASH

BUYING 11am to 11pm

39 Prospect St • Nanticoke

PAGE 8D

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

906 Homes for Sale

HANOVER TWP

HANOVER TWP.

187 South Street 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, modern kitchen, security system, beautifully landscaped patio, pond & above ground pool. Great neighborhood! Close to major highways. MLS #11-2370 $124,500 Call Debra at 570-714-9251

2 story in good condition with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, eat-in kitchen, 2 car garage, fenced yard & new gas heat. REDUCED TO $39,000 Call Ruth Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5411

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP HANOVER TWP. HANOVER TWP 710 Church Street

Seller willing to help pay Buyer's closing costs!!

906 Homes for Sale

HUGHESTOWN REDUCED

189 Rock St. Spacious home with 4 bedrooms and large rooms. Nice old woodwork, staircase, etc. Extra lot for parking off Kenley St. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3404 $99,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com 906 Homes for Sale

906 Homes for Sale

KINGSTON

LAFLIN 3 Main Street

220 Wright Ave Modern 3 bedroom rancher. Woodburning fireplace in living room. Gas heat. Central air conditioning. Aluminum siding. Newer roof. Nice yard. Extras. (FHA financing: $3,675 down, $585 month, 4% interest, 30 years.) Seller willing to assist with buyer's closing costs, up to 6% of purchase price! MLS 11-4225 $105,000 Bob Kopec HUMFORD REALTY 570-822-5126 KINGSTON

JENKINS TWP. Exceptionally well care for home in move in condition. Everything is new, roof, siding, windows, porches, kitchen and baths. MLS 11-2309 $119,000 Jay A. Crossin CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 ext. 23

HANOVER TWP.

5 Raymond Drive Practically new 8 year old Bi-level with 4 bedrooms, 1 and 3/4 baths, garage, fenced yard, private dead end street. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 11-3422 $179,000 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

HANOVER TWP.

65-67 St. Mary’s Rd Double Block close to Marion Terrace Elementary. 3 bedrooms each unit. Nice private yard. Buyers Agent must be present at first showing in order to claim commission. MLS 11-2426. $65,000 Call Connie Eileen R. Melone Real Estate 570-821-7022

HANOVER TWP.

8 Diamond Ave. Don’t worry about winter in this fully insulated home with new windows. 3 floors of living space lets you spread out and enjoy this house. Large family room addition plus 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 1st floor laundry, large corner lot. Modern kitchen with granite counters. For more information and photos visit www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS #11-622 $119,000 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

P E N D I N G

HANOVER TWP.

19 Garrahan Street Attractive 2-story in great neighborhood. Newer roof, newer 2nd floor replacement windows, newer split A/C system, large eat-in kitchen, bedroom pine flooring, walk-up attic & a mostly fenced yard. REDUCED $59,900 MLS#11-1754 Call Steve Shemo (570) 288-1401 (570) 793-9449

Looking to buy a home? Place an ad here and let the sellers know! 570-829-7130

Smith Hourigan Group 570-474-6307

HANOVER TWP.

KORN KREST 322 Spring Street Out of the flood area. 2 family home. One with 2 bedrooms, the other with 3 bedrooms. Needs TLC. 50x125ft lot. Walking distance to schools grade 7-12, kindergarten & 1st. Reduced to $45,000.

Kwiatkowski Real Estate 570-825-7988

KINGSTON

HANOVER TWP.

* NEW LISTING! * 3-story home with 4 car garage. Hardwood floors, sun parlor with magnificent leaded glass windows, 4 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen with pantry, formal dining room, gas heat. MLS #11-4133 $84,500 Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

HARDING 310 Lockville Rd

Enjoy the serenity of country living in this beautiful two story home on 2.23 acres. Great for entertaining inside and out. Three car attached garage with full walkup attic PLUS another 2 car detached garage. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-831 $267,000 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

HARVEYS LAKE

Large Family home, private, on partly wooded parcel over 1 1/2 acres. Large front porch surrounded by greenery. Well built & maintained, natural woodwork, updated bathrooms. $117,500 Jeannie Brady ERA BRADY ASSOCIATES 570-836-3848 HARVEYS LAKE

Fantastic view from the deck and patio of this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath vinyl sided 2 story home. Four years young with so many extras. A dream home! MLS# 11-2429 $299,900 Call Florence 570-715-7737

297 Susquehannock Drive A HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS! HOLIDAYS! Classic 2 story home with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 car garage. Master bedroom with walkin closet, private yard with above ground pool, kitchen overlooks large family room. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-2432 $259,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

38 W. Walnut St. Charming 4/5 bedroom with 1.5 baths. Beautifully appointed kitchen w/granite counter tops, cherry cabinets and hardwood floors. Gas fireplace in living room, leaded glass windows in living room and dining room. Nice back deck, 2 car garage and 4 season front porch. MLS 11-4103 $179,900 Jay A. Crossin EXT. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

Pole 165 Lakeside Drive A truly unique home! 7,300 sq.ft. of living on 3 floors with 168' of lake frontage with boathouse. Expansive living room; dining room, front room all with fireplaces. Coffered ceiling; modern oak kitchen with breakfast room; Florida room; study & 3 room & bath suite. 5 bedrooms & 4 baths on 2nd. Lounge, bedroom, bath, exercise room & loft on 3rd floor. In-ground pool & 2story pool house. Air on 3rd floor. $1,149,000 MLS# 10-1268 Call Joe Moore 570-288-1401

Shopping for a new apartment? Classified lets you compare costs without hassle or worry! Get moving with classified!

JENKINS TWP.

475 S. Main St. 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 story home with vinyl replacement windows, vinyl siding, large yard and off street parking. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3545 Price reduced $64,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

431 Chestnut Ave. Charming 2 story single family home with upgrades, including new kitchen cabinets, furnace, hot water heater, 200 amp electric, 2 car detached garage. Walk up attic for additional storage space. MLS 11-4106 $129,900 Jay A. Crossin EXT 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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

KINGSTON 663 Westmoreland Avenue

KINGSTON 125 3rd Ave

Well kept 2 story with 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths situated on a nice street in Kingston. Newer roof, furnace, water heater, electric service. Replacement windows throughout. Basement has high ceilings, ideal for re-finishing or workshop! MLS 11-2167 $144,000 Jay A. Crossin CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

Charming 2-1/2 story with 3 bedrooms on 2nd + a 4th (12x24) on 3rd, full bath upstairs, half bath with laundry on 1st floor, lots of closet space, finished walk-out basement and much more! MLS 11-2340 $185,000 Jay A. Crossin CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 ext. 23

KINGSTON

68 Bennett St

S O L D

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

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

KINGSTON REDUCED

76 N. Dawes Ave. DO THE MATH! Qualified FHA buyers could possibly be paying less than $900 per month for mortgage, taxes and insurance. NOW is the time to buy. Stop throwing your money away renting. Well cared for 2 bedroom home with private yard, garage and driveway. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-2278 $124,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

KINGSTON REDUCED!!

177 Third Ave. Neat as a pin! 3 bedroom, 2.5 baths, end unit townhome with nice fenced yard. Bright Spacious kitchen, main level family room, deck w/ retractable awning. Gas heat/central air, pull down attic for storage and 1 car garage. Very affordable townhome in great central location! MLS 11-1282 $134,500 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

Historic 120+ year old home, many original details, new roof, updated electrical and a huge garage. Currently a gift shop. Corner lot, newly paved parking area. $170,000 MLS 11-2115. Call Betty at Century 21 Smith Hourigan Group 570-287-1196 ext 3559 or 570-714-6127 LAFLIN

Lovely brick ranch home in great development. 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. All hardwood floors, brand new roof. 2 family rooms suitable for mini apartment. 1st floor laundry, sunroom, central air, alarm system, 1 car garage and electric chair lift to lower level. Very good condition. 11-2437 $210,000 Call Nancy Answini 570-237-5999 JOSEPH P. GILROY REAL ESTATE 570-288-1444 LAFLIN

NEW LISTING 13 Fordham Road Totally remodeled custom brick ranch in Oakwood Park. This home features an open floor plan with hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces, kitchen, formal living & dining rooms, family room, 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, office with private entrance, laundry room on first floor, tons of closets and storage areas, walk-up attic, great finished basement with fireplace, builtin grill, in-ground pool, cabana with half bath, an oversized 2-car garage & a security system. Renovations include new: windows, gas furnace, central air, electrical service, hardwood floors, Berber carpeting, freshly painted, updated bathrooms & much, much, more. $399,700 Call Donna 570-613-9080

KINGSTON

Located within 1 block of elementary school & neighborhood park this spacious 4 bedrooms offers 1450 sq. ft of living space with 1.75 baths, walk up attic, and partially finished basement. Extras include gas fireplace, an inground pool with fenced yard, new gas furnace & more.

$105,900

Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

570-288-6654

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP 570-287-1196

KINGSTON

SALE BY OWNER! Charming, well maintained. Front porch, foyer, hardwood floors, granite kitchen, 4 bedrooms, living room/large dining room, 2 fireplaces, 2.5 baths, sun room, basement with plenty of storage. Private English style back yard. $195,000 570-472-1110

906 Homes for Sale

MOUNTAIN TOP

NANTICOKE Reduced - $89,000

PITTSTON

NEW LISTING – Nestled on just under an acre just minutes from 81S this colonial offers 2194 sq. ft. of living area plus a finished basement. Enjoy your summer evenings on the wrap around porch or take a quick dip in the above ground pool with tier deck. The covered pavilion is ideal for picnics or gatherings And when the winter winds blow cuddle in front of the gas fireplace and enjoy a quiet night. Price to sell, $185,900 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

25 Shea St CAPE ANN: Large & Bright, 3 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, Carrara glass bathroom, finished lower level, family room (knotty pine) with bar. Oil heat, very large lot. Estate. View the mountains from the front porch. #112970. BIG REDUCTION! NEW PRICE $89,000 Go To The Top... Call JANE KOPP REAL ESTATE 570-288-7481

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

Lovely, nearly completed, renovated Victorian farmhouse sits high on 7.81 acres featuring panoramic pastoral views, high ceilings, original woodwork, gutted, rewired, insulated and sheetrocked, newer roof, vinyl siding, kitchen and baths. Gas rights negotiable. Lots of potential with TLC. Elk Lake $129,900 MLS# 11-525 Call 570-696-2468

MINERS MILLS

(570) 288-6654

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

MOUNTAINTOP

New Listing For Sale By Owner 2+ acre lot. 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, 2 story home. Hardwood floors. New roof. Large detached garage. Crestwood area school district. $69,000. Needs some TLC. Call 570-868-8223

MOUNTAIN TOP

REDUCED! Motivated Seller! $116,900. 619 S. Hanover St Nicely appointed brick 2-family. 2nd unit on 2nd and 3rd floors has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths currently at $400/ mos below market value of at least $600/mos. Most windows replaced throughout. Heated 2-car detached garage, rear covered patio, fencedin side yard. MLS#11-2538 Call Steve Shemo (570) 288-1401 (570) 793-9449

NANTICOKE You will be impressed by this well kept 3 bedroom charmer with intown location. Large fenced yard & 2 tiered deck-great for entertaining. Large, bright eat-in kitchen, spacious family room with fireplace & new carpet in master bedroom and hall. 1 car garage & shed. MLS# 11-1623 $109,900. Michael Slacktish 570-760-4961

Signature Properties

130 CHURCH ROAD The feel of a true colonial home with double entry doors off the foyer into the living room and dining room. Spacious kitchen breakfast area, family room leading to a fenced rear yard. 3-season room with cathedral ceiling. Hardwood floors, fireplace, recently remodeled 2.5 bath and 2-car garage. Located on 3.77 acres, all the privacy of country living yet conveniently located. MLS#11-2600 PRICE REDUCED $183,900 Jill Jones 696-6550

W. Green St. Nice 2 bedroom Ranch style home, gas heat, finished basement, vinyl siding, deck. Move in Condition. Affordable @ $89,500. Call Jim TOWNE & COUNTRY REAL ESTATE Co. 570-735-8932 or 570-542-5708

To place your ad call...829-7130 LAFLIN

NEW LISTING! 5 Rooms, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath; central air, rear patio; 1-car garage all on a fenced lot. $139,900 Call Donna 570-613-9080

LUZERNE

330 Charles St. Very nice 2 bedroom home in move in condition with updated kitchen and baths. Nice yard with shed and potential off street parking. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3525 $59,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

Private country living, with easy access to interstate. Relax and enjoy this comfortable A-Frame home. Jacuzzi, large deck and gorgeous pond. Great for entertaining inside and out. For more photos and info visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3285 $249,900 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

MOUNTAIN TOP

3 story, 5 bedroom home completely remodeled in & out. $245k with owner financing with 20% down or will lease with option to purchase. tj2isok@gmail.com

LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED!

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

NANTICOKE

182 Robert Street Nice single or duplex. Gas heat. Detached garage. This home is “high and dry”, and available for immediate occupancy. Call Jim for details. Affordable @ $104,900 TOWNE & COUNTRY R.E. 570-735-8932 570-542-5708 NANTICOKE

MOUNTAIN TOP

LUZERNE

4 bed, 1 1/2 bath. WOW - Talk about Charm! Stained glass windows, HUGE rooms, beautiful woodwork and wood floors plus storage. Nice 162 sq ft enclosed porch, 1886 sq ft. Massive storage unit outback, can be converted to a multiple car garage. Endless possibilities here. Just needs the right person to love it back to life. MLS 11-3282. $139,900. Call/text for Details. Donna Cain 570-947-3824

111 E. Grand St. One half double block. 3 bedrooms, plaster walls, aluminum siding & nice yard. Affordable @ $34,900 Call Jim Krushka TOWNE & COUNTRY REAL ESTATE Co. 570-735-8932 or 570-542-5708

803 Aspen Drive Brand new carpet in lower level family room! Hardwood on 1st floor dining room, living room, bedrooms & hall! Large rear deck. Master bedroom opens to deck! Private rear yard! Basement door opens to garage. MLS #11-2282 $199,000 Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

Looking to buy a home? Place an ad here and let the sellers know! 570-829-7130

414 E. Grove Street 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 story with off street parking, backyard, new oil furnace, windows, wiring, kitchen, bath, flooring & paint. Excellent condition. $89,500. Seller Assist of $5,000 Call Bill Remey @ 570-714-6123

NANTICOKE

East Noble Street Nice two family on the east side. Gas heat. Detached 2 car garage. Affordable @ $69,500. Call Jim for details TOWNE & COUNTRY R.E. CO. 570-735-8932 570-542-5708

214 Elizabeth St. Cozy 3 bedroom home tastefully done. Separate 1st floor laundry, lots of storage, vinyl siding, replacement windows. 1 full bath and 2 - 1/2 baths. Finished bonus room in basement MLS 11-4172 $79,900 David Krolikowski 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

PITTSTON

92 Tompkins Street Totally remodeled 2-story; 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2-car garage, deck, rear fence. MLS# 11-2770 NEW PRICE! $99,900 CALL JOE OR DONNA 570-613-9080

PITTSTON REDUCED

31 Tedrick St. Very nice 3 bedroom with 1 bath. This house was loved and you can tell. Come see for yourself, super clean home with nice curb appeal. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3544 Reduced to $79,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

PITTSTON REDUCED!

NOXEN

MOSCOW

NANTICOKE

LAFLIN

210 Beechwood Dr Rare brick & vinyl tri-level featuring 8 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, family room with fireplace, rear patio, sprinkler system, alarm system & central air. MLS#11-2819 $199,000 CALL DONNA 570-613-9080

906 Homes for Sale

331 Gudz Road

$339,000 Call Ruthie 570-714-6110

Great duplex on nice street. Many upgrades including modern kitchens and baths, plus ceiling fans. Both units occupied,separate utilities. For more info and phtos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com 11-3284 $74,900 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

867 Bennett With just a minimum amount of TLC, this is a great starter home. Nice location with great view of Wyoming Valley and beyond, off street parking in rear via alley. All measurements approximate. BeinG sold “as is”. MLS 10-2774 $60,000 Call Michelle Boice 570-639-5393 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

MESHOPPEN

KINGSTON

Stately brick 2-story featuring formal living room with fireplace, formal dining room, modern cherry kitchen, knotty pine study, spacious family room, sunroom, computer room, TV room, 4 bedrooms, 5 baths.

LUZERNE

Novak Road

MLS#11-2250

KINGSTON

129 S. Dawes Ave. 4 bdoo 1 bath, large enclosed porch with brick fireplace. Full concrete basement with 9ft ceiling. Lots of storage, 2 car garage on double lot in a very desirable neighborhood. Close to schools and park and recreation. Walking distance to downtown WilkesBarre. Great family neighborhood. Carpet allowance will be considered. For mor info and photos visit: www.atlas realty.inc.com $129,900 MLS #11-1434 Call Tom 570-262-7716

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm

906 Homes for Sale

PRICED TO SELL! Brick ranch, large living room, 3 bedrooms, sun room, deck, full basement, sheds & garage on 0.54 acres$139,500 Jeannie Brady ERA BRADY ASSOCIATES 570-836-3848

PITTSTON

95 William St. 1/2 double home with more square footage than most single family homes. 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, ultra modern kitchen and remodeled baths. Super clean. For more information and photos visit www.atlas realtyinc. com MLS 11-2120 $54,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

PITTSTON TWP. 10 Garfield St. Looking for a Ranch??? Check out this double wide with attached 2 car garage on a permanent foundation. Large master bedroom suite with large living room, family room with fireplace, 2 full baths, laundry room, formal dining room, vaulted ceilings throughout and MORE! For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 10-2463 $89,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

P E N D I N G

38 Frothingham St. Four square home with loads of potential and needs updating but is priced to reflect its condition. Nice neighborhood. Check it out. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 11-3403 $62,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

PITTSTON TWP.

PITTSTON

168 Mill St. Large 3 bedroom home with 2 full baths. 7 rooms on nice lot with above ground pool. 1 car garage. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3894 $89,900 Tom Salvaggio 570-262-7716

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

993 Sunrise Dr. Horizon Estates Fabulous end unit townhome provides luxurious, carefree living. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths with 1st floor master suite. Ultra kitchen with granite and stainless appliances. Dining room with built in cabinet. 2 story living room with gas fireplace and hardwood. 2 car garage, maintenance free deck, nice yard that can be fenced. Low HOA fee for snow removal and grass cutting. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3488 $289,900 Call Terry 570-885-3041 Angie 570-885-4896

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com 906 Homes for Sale

906 Homes for Sale

PITTSTON TWP. REDUCED

PLAINS TOWNSHIP OUT OF FLOOD

10 Norman St. Brick 2 story home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, large family room with fireplace. Lower level rec room, large driveway for plenty of parking. Just off the by-pass with easy access to all major highways. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com. MLS 11-2887 $169,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

Land for sale? Place an ad and SELL 570-829-7130 PLAINS

1610 Westminster Road. DRASTIC PRICE REDUCTION Paradise found! Your own personal retreat, small pond in front of yard, private setting only minutes from everything. Log cabin chalet with 3 bedrooms, loft, stone fireplace, hardwood floors. Detached garage with bonus room. Lots to see. Watch the snow fall in your own “cabin in the woods.” For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-319 $279,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

Well Maintained Double Block on Quiet Street, Great Neighborhood. Perfect Home For You With One Side Paying Most of Your Mortgage, Or Would Make A Good Investment, WIth Separate Utilities And Great Rents. Newer Roof, Vinyl Replacement Windows,Vinyl Aluminum Siding, Walk-Up Large Attic From One Side, Lower Front And Rear Porches, With Two Rear Upper Closed In Porches. $124,900 Call Ronnie 570-262-4838

PLYMOUTH

401 W. Shawnee Ave OUT OF FLOOD AREA Beautifully redone 3-4 bedroom, 2 bath bi-level with garage on cozy corner lot near Valley West High School. New Paint, Carpeting, Appliances & more. $125,000. 570-706-5496 PLYMOUTH

Don’t miss this spacious 2 story, with a 17 x 11 Living room, formal dining room, eat in kitchen plus ½ bath on the first floor & 2 bedrooms & bath on 2nd floor. Extras include an enclosed patio and a detached garage. Reasonably priced at REDUCED! $34,900. MLS 11-2653 Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

570-288-6654 PLYMOUTH

Spacious 1791 sq. ft. 1/2 double with wrap around porch, shed & garage. Semi modern kitchen & bath. 3 bedrooms with gas heat and plenty of storage. $24,900. Possible rent to own Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP PLAINS 570-288-6654

74 W. Carey St. Affordable home with 1 bedroom, large living room, stackable washer & dryer, eat in kitchen. Yard with shed. Low taxes. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-4068 $37,500 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

PLAINS

KEYSTONE SECTION 9 Ridgewood Road

TOTAL BEAUTY 1 ACRE- PRIVACY Beautiful ranch 2

bedrooms, huge modern kitchen, big TV room and living room, 1 bath, attic for storage, washer, dryer & 2 air conditioners included. New Roof & Furnace Furnished or unfurnished. Low Taxes! Reduced $115,900

570-885-1512

906 Homes for Sale

PRINGLE

SHAVERTOWN

SWOYERSVILLE

TUNKHANNOCK

50 Broad Street, Nicely appointed, all brick Ranch with brand new kitchen features wood cabinetry, granite countertop, new stove and dishwasher, microwave. Totally renovated bath with beautiful decorative tile & double vanity. Refinished original hardwood floors. This home has a phenomenal view from the kitchen, living room & dining room. Lower level has kitchenette, full bath & plenty of dry walled area. MLS#11-1844 $174,900. Call Brian 570-613-9080

* NEW LISTING! * Great space in this 2-story coveted Dallas neighborhood! Lots of oak on 1st floor, door, moldings, kitchen, beams; finished basement, 3-season room, bonus room on 2nd floor with computer nook. 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 half baths, office on 1st floor, dual heat/air units. MLS#11-4064 $349,900 Maribeth Jones 570-696-6565

906 Homes for Sale

WEST PITTSTON

906 Homes for Sale WHITE HAVEN

ZONE 46-48 Helen Street

PLAINS

3 bedroom, 2 bath bi-level in good condition with 2 car garage, eat-in kitchen and living room/dining room combo. Lower level has framed out family room with brick fireplace. Very nice lot. Electric base board heat. $139,900 Call Ruth Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5411

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 9D

Collect cash, not dust! Clean out your basement, garage or attic and call the Classified department today at 570829-7130! PRINGLE

350 Union St. Residential and commercial zone this property would make a perfect spot for your place of business. Zone B-3 highway business. See residential list #11-3569 for additional info and photos.MLS 11-3788 $67,500 Jay A. Crossin EXT. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

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

SHAVERTOWN

Enjoy the quiet life in this spacious 3 bedroom home on double lot. Features hardwood floor in dining room, covered patio, oversized 2 car garage, family room with fireplace & finished, walk out basement with another fireplace. MLS# 11-1873 $160,000 Michael Slacktish 570-760-4961

Great New Construction on 2 Acres with 1 year Builders Warranty! 2 Story home with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, living room with gas fireplace , dining room, kitchen, breakfast room & laundry room. dining room with tray ceiling, whirlpool tub in master bath plus 2 car attached garage, open front porch & rear deck. MLS 11-2453 $275,000 FIVE MOUNTAINS REALTY 570-542-2141 SWEET VALLEY

Signature Properties SHAVERTOWN

Lovely 3 bedroom 2400 sf Cape Cod with modern eat-in kitchen, large sunroom & family room. Master bedroom with master bath. Central air, gas heat & 2 car garage. Very well landscaped with beautiful paver sidewalks. Quiet neighborhood. Possible 6 month rental for the right tenant. $229,000 Call Ruth Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5411

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP Shopping for a new apartment? Classified lets you compare costs without hassle or worry! Get moving with classified! SHAVERTOWN

Woodridge I This spacious 2 story sits on a private partially wooded lot with inground pool. Plenty of living space, living room with fireplace, first floor den, and laundry, needs some attention but well worth the price. $159,900 Ann Marie Chopick 570-288-6654

570-760-6769

LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE Doyouneedmorespace? IN CLASSIFIED! A yard or garage sale Doyouneedmorespace? A yard or garage sale in classified in classified is the best way is the best way tocleanoutyourclosets! tocleanoutyourcl osets! You’re in bussiness You’re in bussiness with classified! with classified! 906 Homes for Sale

SHICKSHINNY

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm

906 Homes for Sale

Adorable seasonal cottage with rights for North Lake. Two bedrooms, furnished, 10x10 shed, front porch with roof, deck, tip-top condition! Make it your getaway for just $68,900! Shari Philmeck ERA BRADY ASSOCIATES 570-836-3848

OUT OF FLOOD ZONE Estate. Nice brick front ranch home on a corner lot. 1 car attached garage, circle driveway, central air. 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath with 2 showers, Full basement with brand new water proofing system that includes a warranty. Great location. MLS 11-2127 $108,500 Call/text for Details. Donna Cain 570-947-3824

SWOYERSVILLE

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

Central Air, master bath with whirlpool tub & shower, lovely landscaped fenced yard, 1 car garage. Great Location. MLS#11-3533 Call Nancy Palumbo 570-714-9240

SWEET VALLEY REDUCED! THORNHURST

16 Miller St. 4 bedroom Cape Cod, one with hardwood floors. Central air, nice yard in Garden Village. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com MLS 11-3645 $129,900 Call Tom Salvaggio 570-262-7716

TUNKHANNOCK

WEST PITTSTON Lovely bi-level, 4 bedroom home situated on scenic one acre with pond, above ground pool, shed and fruit trees. Stay cozy with 2 gas stoves and coal stove (in addition to electric heating.) Great buy at $189,900 Shari Philmek ERA BRADY ASSOCIATES 570-836-3848

Looking to buy a home? Place an ad here and let the sellers know! 570-829-7130 WANAMIE

321 Franklin St. Great 2 bedroom starter home in the “Garden Village”. Brand new flooring throughout, fresh paint, vinyl siding and replacement windows. Newer electric service, eat in kitchen w/breakfast bar. 1st floor laundry room and off street parking. MLS 11-2302 $89,500 Mark R. Mason 570-331-0982 CROSSING REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WEST PITTSTON

950 Center St. Unique property. Well maintained - 2 story 10 year old set on 3.56 acres. Privacy galore, pole barn 30x56 heated for storage of equipment, cars or boats. A must see property. GEO Thermal Heating System.Only 10 minutes from interstate 81 & 15 minutes to turnpike. MLS#10-3802 $249,900 Call Geri 570-696-0888

REDUCED TO $199,900

LINEUP Luxurious End Townhouse bedrooms, 2.5 ASUCCESSFULSALE 3baths, Cathedral ceilings, hardwood INCLASSIFIED! floors, gas heat,

Well cared for and nicely kept. A place to call home! Complete with 2 car oversized garage, central air, first floor laundry, eat in kitchen. Convenient to shopping, West Pittston pool and ball fields. PRICE REDUCED! $114,900 MLS 11-583 Call Judy Rice 570-714-9230

WAPWALLOPEN

LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED!

604 Lily Lake Road 3 bedroom home in beautiful country setting. Large 3 stall detached garage. Priced to sell. MLS#11-1046 $104,900 Owner willing to sell separate detached garage parcel for $39,900

4 Oliver Road Located in the back part of Oliver Road in a very private part of North Lake in Sweet Valley. Yearning to be restored, lake front cape cod in a very tranquil setting was formerly used as a summer home. MLS 11-2113 $99,000 Jay Crossin CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 ext. 23 SWOYERSVILLE

Beautiful 2 story, 3 bedroom home. Modern kitchen & bath. Nice yard. Gas heat. $69,900. Call 100% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE Call Bob at 570-654-1490

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

906 Homes for Sale

Professional Ofﬁce Rentals

Full Service Leases • Custom Design • Renovations • Various Size Suites Available Medical, Legal, Commercial • Utilities • Parking • Janitorial Full Time Maintenance Staff Available

1-570-287-1161

570-233-0340 or 570-788-8500

1114 Golf Course Dr Raised Ranch with 3 bedrooms & attached garage. Spacious wrap around deck and enclosed patio. ADT security system has also been recently installed. 11-8467 $125,000

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

570-643-2100 C21poconos.com

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

396 Cedar Lane Retreat to this charming Pocono Style Contemporary. A stones throw to Pennsylvania's state gamelands. Relax or entertain outdoors and enjoy Pennsylvania's abundant wildlife. 11-4354 $119,999

570-643-2100 C21poconos.com THORNHURST

68 Laurel Drive True log home, inside and out. 4 bedroom / 2 bath home with full basement. located in quiet community. Knotty pine interior, living room fireplace, wrap decking, paved drive and more. MLS 11-4211 $114,900

570-643-2100 C21poconos.com

438 Tripp St

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm

WAPWALLOPEN

Lily Lake, 2 Circle Ave Charming & beautiful remodeled cottage on 1/3 acre landscaped corner lot. Approx 200 ft from lake - great view! 1,072 sf. Enlarged bedroom, bath & office. Shed. Choice of electric baseboard, wood or coal. Quiet, peaceful and serene neighborhood. Includes row boat & kayak. www.lakehouse.com Ad #250771 $110,000. Call Harold or April (570) 379-2909

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

WHITE HAVEN

WEST HAZLETON

100 Warren St 16,000 sq. ft. commercial building with warehouse / offices. Great location. 1 block west of Route 93. Approx. 3 miles from 80/81 intersection. Many possibilities for this property--storage lockers; flea market; game/ entertainment center; laundromat; auto garage. $119,000 Call Karen at Century 21 Select Group - Hazleton 570-582-4938

124 Holiday Drive 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Brick fireplace in living room. Large front deck. Screened porch. Unfinished dry basement. Sold furnished. Home close to Route 940, Interstate 80, NE Ext to PA turnpike, Route 81. Open floor plan. MLS 11-5369 $89,000

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

570-643-2100 C21poconos.com WHITE HAVEN

30-31 Oak Drive 3 Bedroom, 2 bath single family. 11-6522 $129,900

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, DEC 18 2 to 4 Spacious, quality home, brick - two story with 6 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bath, two fireplaces, den, heated sunroom off living room, screened porch off formal dining room, modern eat-in kitchen, garage. Many extras... Sacrifice, Owner relocating out of state. $114,900. MLS 11-2474 JANE KOPP REAL ESTATE 570-288-7481 WILKES-BARRE

2 Story, 3 bedrooms, 1 & 1/2 bath single family. Large eat-in kitchen, 1st floor laundry, hardwood floors, newer furnace & water heater, 1 car garage. Off street parking. Quiet one way street. MLS 11-4171 Call Jim Banos Coldwell Banker Rundle 570-991-1883 WILKES-BARRE 241 Dana Street

WILKES-BARRE

39 W. Chestnut St. Lots of room in this single with 3 floors of living space. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath with hardwood floors throughout, natural woodwork, all windows have been replaced, laundry/pantry off of kitchen. 4x10 entry foyer, space for 2 additional bedrooms on the 3rd floor. Roof is new. MLS 11-325 $69,900 Jay A. Crossin 570-288-0770 Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

WILKES-BARRE

49 Hillard St. Great 3 bedroom home with large modern kitchen. Ductless air conditioning on 1st floor. Laundry on 2nd floor. Nice deck and fenced in yard. Off street parking for 2 cards via rear alley MLS 11-2896 $85,000 Call Shelby Watchilla 570-762-6969 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WILKES-BARRE 60 Saint Clair St

WILKES-BARRE 100 Darling St

Nice tow bedroom single, gas heat, enclosed porch, fenced yard. Close to downtown & colleges. Affordable at $42,500. Call TOWN & COUNTRY REAL ESTATE CO. 570-735-8932 570-542-5708 WILKES-BARRE

116 Amber Lane Very nice Bi-level home with newer laminate floors, vaulted ceiling, 2 large bedrooms. Finished lower level with 1/2 bath and laundry room. Large family room built in garage, and wood pellet stove. No sign, alarm system. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3290 $89,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

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

WILKES-BARRE

134 Brown Street Nicely remodeled, spacious 2-story with attached garage on corner lot. Modern, eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances; large lower level Theatre Room and additional rec room with dry bar and 5th bedroom. Newer roof, mostly newer replacement windows & gas furnace. MLS# 11-1817 REDUCED TO $79,900 Call Steve Shemo (570) 288-1401 (570) 793-9449

Spacious 3 bedroom, 1.5 baths with textured ceilings, updated kitchen, all appliances including dishwasher, tiled bath with whirlpool tub, 2nd floor laundry room. Replacement windows. DRASTIC REDUCTION $60,000 MLS# 11-88 Call Arlene Warunek 570-650-4169

Smith Hourigan Group (570) 696-1195

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

WILKES-BARRE

26-28-30 Blackman Street Nice investment triplex conveniently located on bus route close to schools. Grosses over $3,000/month! Separate gas, electric & water; parking for 10+ cars. Reduced to $94,900. MLS#11-423 Call Steve Shemo (570) 288-1401 (570) 793-9449

570-643-2100 C21poconos.com

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

156 Sherman Street HANDYMAN SPECIAL. Extra Large duplex with 7 bedrooms, 2 baths, fireplace, screened porch, full basement and 2 car garage on double lot in WilkesBarre City. $59,500 ERA BRADY ASSOCIATES 570-836-3848

Motorcycle for sale? Let them see it here in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130

Great 4 bedroom home with new kitchen, furnace and bath. Laundry room off kitchen. Newer windows and roof. Hardwood on first floor. Off street parking. Older one car garage. Walk up attic. MLS 11-1478 $69,000 Call Nancy Answini 570-237-5999 JOSEPH P. GILROY REAL ESTATE 570-288-1444 WILKES-BARRE

Beautiful 5 bedroom home, with 2 full baths w/linen closets. Modern kitchen with breakfast area and snack bar. Large pantry closet. Home features, hardwood floors, ceiling fans, 1st floor office area, living room, dining room, finished room in basement, walk up attic. 1 car garage, rear deck, fenced yard, ductless A/C. Call for your appointment today. MLS 10-4635 $92,000 Call Patty Lunski 570-735-7494 EXT. 304 Antonik & Associates, Inc. 570-735-7494 WILKES-BARRE

WILKES-BARRE 35 Hillard Street

Great neighborhood surrounds this updated 2 story home with original woodwork. 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 1,500sf oak eat-in kitchen, hardwood floors, stained glass windows, large rooms, fenced yard, deck. Zoned R1 Single Family Zone. $79,900 MLS #11-599 Call Tracy Zarola 570-696-0723

WILKES-BARRE

LINEUP LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE ASUCCESSFULSALE IN CLASSIFIED! IN CLASSIFIED!

180 Woodhaven Tucked at the end of a natural Spring-fed Lake, a quiet, restful setting gives you the peace and tranquility you’re searching for. Sophisticated log design features cathedral ceilings with expansive glass to soak in the view overlooking the lake. Expansive living area with high, vaulted ceiling leads your eye to the open loft and wide Catwalk. Easy access to decks and patio from every level to enjoy nature at it’s best. Huge 840 sq. foot, guest quarters –so very convenient for friends and family. Call now to learn more about this very special property. MLS 11-5544 $374,900

WILKES-BARRE 185 West River St

906 Homes for Sale

570-643-2100 C21poconos.com

Aggressive Realty

OFFICENTERS - Pierce St., Kingston

For Rental Information Call:

SWOYERSVILLE

Affordable living on ¾ acre, one mile from Tunkhannock. Cape Cod, 4 bedrooms, appliances stay, newer metal roof and replacement windows. Great price at $119,500! Shari Philmeck ERA BRADY ASSOCIATES 570-836-3848

906 Homes for Sale

35 Murray St. Large well kept 6 bedroom home in quiet neighborhood. Off street parking, good size back yard. Owner very motivated to sell. MLS 10-3668 $79,900 Call Don Crossin 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

Purebred Animals? Sell them here with a classified ad! 570-829-7130

DOUBLE LOT IN WILKES-BARRE CITY Extra large duplex. Total 7 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood floors, fireplace, screened porch, full basement and 2 car garage. $58,000. Jeannie Brady ERA BRADY ASSOCIATES 570-836-3848

Find Something? Lose Something? Get it back where it belongs with a Lost/Found ad! 570-829-7130 WILKES-BARRE

Former Blessed Sacrament Church, Rectory and paved parking lot. 4,372 square foot Church 1,332 square foot Rectory. Parking for 40 vehicles. Three adjacent lots for one price. $160,000 MLS#11-4037 Call Jeff Cook Realty World Bank Capital 570-235-1183

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

PAGE 10D

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

906 Homes for Sale WILKES-BARRE

Great price! 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, needs some love. High ceilings, open floor plan downstairs, extra room upstairs for closet, office, storage, whatever you need. Subject to short sale, bank approval. $37,900 MLS 11-3134 Call/text for Details. Donna Cain 570-947-3824

WILKES-BARRE

Lot 39 Mayock St. 9' ceilings throughout 1st floor, granite countertops in kitchen. Very bright. 1st floor master bedroom & bath. Not yet assessed. End unit. Modular construction. MLS #10-3180 $179,500 Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

WILKES-BARRE

906 Homes for Sale

WILKES-BARRE REDUCED

YATESVILLE PRICE REDUCED

909

Income & Commercial Properties

JENKINS TWP.

60 Kulp St. 3-4 bedroom, 2 story home with well kept hardwood floors throughout. Private driveway with parking for 2 cards and nearly all replacement windows. MLS 11-2897 $59,900 Jay A. Crossin Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

12 Reid st. Spacious Bi-level home in semi-private location with private back yard. 3 season room. Gas fireplace in lower level family room. 4 bedrooms, garage. For more informtion and photos visit wwww.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 10-4740 $149,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200 VM 101

WILKES-BARRE To Settle Estate $60,000

314 Horton Street Wonderful home, 6 rooms. 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, twostory, living room with built-in bookcase, formal dining room with entrance to delightful porch. Eat-in kitchen. Private lot, detached garage. A must see home. MLS 11-2721 New Price $60,000 GO TO THE TOP... CALL

JANE KOPP REAL ESTATE

WYOMING

1702 W. Eighth St. 1 story Ranch with 100x200 lot, paved driveway, new energy star replacement windows. Excellent starter home. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-2912 $89,500 Fred Mecadon 570-817-5792

WILKES-BARRE NOW REDUCED!

Shopping for a new apartment? Classified lets you compare costs without hassle or worry! Get moving with classified! YATESVILLE

1334 Main St. 1 story, 2,600 sq. ft. commercial building, masonry construction with offices and warehousing. Central air, alarm system and parking. Great for contractors or anyone with office/storage needs. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3156 $84,900 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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

KINGSTON Willow View Dev. 7 Osborne Drive This home features a great layout with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, family room with fireplace in a beautiful development. Just add your own touches and you’ll have a wonderful home. For more info and photos visit: www. atlasrealtyinc.com. MLS 11-4320 $229,000 Call Terry 570-885-3041 Angie 570-885-4896

909

Income & Commercial Properties

AVOCA

584 Wyoming Ave. MOTIVATED SELLER! Three large offices along with a reception area with builtin secretarial/paralegal work stations; a large conference room with built-in bookshelves, kitchenette and bathroom. Lower level has 7 offices, 2 bathrooms, plenty of storage. HIGHLY visible location, offstreet parking. Why rent office space? Use part of building & rent space- share expenses and build equity. MLS#11-995 REDUCED TO $399,000 Judy Rice 570-714-9230 Call Tracy Zarola 570-696-0723

WYOMING 40 Fifth st KINGSTON 7 Hoyt St 191 Andover St. Lovely single family 3 bedroom home with lots of space. Finished 3rd floor, balcony porch off of 2nd floor bedroom, gas hot air heat, central air and much more. Must see! MLS 11-59 $66,000 Jay A. Crossin 570-288-0770 Ext. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 WILKES-BARRE PARSONS Reduced - $69,900

Very nice 2family,one side move in the other rented separate utilities, 6 rooms each side plus 1/2 bath upstairs each side. Wonderful neighborhood plus short walking distance to Wyoming Avenue. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com 11-4027 $124,900 Call Nancy Bohn 570-237-0752

25 St. Mary’s St. 3,443 sq. ft. masonry commercial building with warehouse/office and 2 apartments with separate electric and heat. Perfect for contractors or anyone with storage needs. For more information and photos log onto www.atlas realtyinc.com. Reduced to $89,000 MLS #10-3872 Call Charlie 570-829-6200 VM 101

HANOVER TWP 22 W. Germania St

262 Stucker Ave & Extra Lot (3rd street after baseball field) 7 room (3 bedrooms), 1 1/2 baths. Lower Level has family room and 1 car attached garage. To settle Estate. Drastically reduced. Original price $119,900, now reduced $69,900. 10-2472 Call Joe Bruno 570-824-4560 JANE KOPP REAL ESTATE 570-288-7481

WILKES-BARRE

Parsons Section 32 Wilson St No need for flood or mine subsidence insurance. 2 story, 3 bedroom, 1 bath home in a safe, quiet neighborhood. Aluminum siding. Corner, 105’x50’ lot. Fenced in yard. Appraised at $57,000. Serious inquiries only. Call 570-826-1458 for appointment

Job Seekers are looking here! Where's your ad? 570-829-7130 and ask for an employment specialist

Collect cash, not dust! Clean out your basement, garage or attic and call the Classified department today at 570829-7130! WYOMING

MOTIVATED SELLER!! Nicely maintained 2-story traditional in great neighborhood. Modern oak kitchen, open layout in family room/den with new floors, above ground pool in fenced rear yard. 1-car detached garage with workshop area, all on a nice wide lot. MLS#11-2428 REDUCED TO $139,900 Call Steve Shemo (570) 288-1401 (570) 793-9449

WYOMING

WILKES-BARRE

PRICE REDUCED! 166 Jones Street Nice starter home. Spacious sideyard with off street parking, hardwood floors under carpet in living room & dining room, newer furnace. MLS #11-2979 $38,000 Call Debra at 570-714-9251

909

Income & Commercial Properties

PITTSTON

909

Income & Commercial Properties

PRINGLE

912 Lots & Acreage

Very nice ranch on corner lot in great neighborhood & out of flood zone! Sharp hardwood floors in 2 bedrooms & dining room. Finished basement with 3rd bedroom. Relaxing flagstone screened porch. 1 car garage. One block from elementary school plus high school bus stops at property corner! MLS#11-3831 $139,500 Call Steve Shemo (570) 288-1401 (570) 793-9449

This 6,600 sq. ft. concrete block building has multiple uses. 5 offices & kitchenette. Over 5,800 sq. ft. warehouse space (high ceilings). 2 overhead doors. $85,000 MLS 10-1326 Bob Kopec HUMFORD REALTY 570-822-5126

HUGHESTOWN

165 Searle St. Double block home, great investment propPerty or live in one side and rent the other. Two 3 bedroom, 6 room 1/2 doubles . Great walk up attic on both sides. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3915 $49,900

S O L D

LINEUP ASUCCESSFULSALE IN CLASSIFIED!

94 Church St. Spacious double block, one with one side owner occupied, 2nd side needs cosmetic care. Off street parking for 2 vehicles, walking distance to the downtown. Pool and patio deck. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com. MLS 11-3292 $76,500 Call Bill Williams 570-362-4158

LAFLIN

33 Market St. Commercial/residential property featuring Ranch home with 3 bedrooms, newly remodeled bathroom, in good condition. Commercial opportunity for office in attached building. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-3450 Reduced $159,000 Call Tom 570-262-7716

NANTICOKE

Duplex. Aluminum siding, oil heat, semi - modern kitchens, long term tenant. On a spacious 50’ x 150’ lot. Motivated Seller. REDUCED. $37,900 Anne Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

EXETER

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

P E N D I N G

Doyouneedmorespace? A yard or garage sale in classified Purebred Animals? is the best way tocleanoutyourclosets! Sell them here with a classified ad! You’re in bussiness 570-829-7130 with classified!

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

HARDING

Mt. Zion Road One acre lot just before Oberdorfer Road. Great place to build your dream home MLS 11-3521 $29,900 Call Colleen 570-237-0415

JACKSON TOWNSHIP 1 acre with well,

Live in one and rent the others to pay for your mortgage! This Multi-Unit features gorgeous hardwood floors in the 1st level apartment. 2nd level apartment has 4 bedrooms! Lower Level apartment has cozy efficiency. Plenty of parking & 2 car carport is another highlight. Call Jesicca Skoloda 570-237-0463 JesiccaSkoloda Realtor@gmail.com MLS# 11-2741 $119,999 570-696-2468

570-288-6654

WILKES-BARRE 495-497 S. Grant St

septic and driveway in place. Asking $42,000. Make reasonable offer. DEREMER REALTY 570-477-1149

LAFLIN Lot#9 Pinewood Dr

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME

on one of the last available lots in desirable Laflin. Convenient location near highways, airport, casino & shopping. 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 $34,900 atlas realtyinc.com Call Keri Best 570-885-5082

PITTSTON

MOUNTAIN TOP

SALE OR LEASE PRICE REDUCED Modern office building, parking for 12 cars. Will remodel to suit tenant. $1800/mo or purchase for $449,000 MLS 11-751 Call Charlie 570-829-6200

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

Nice double block in good condition with 2 bedrooms on each side. New vinyl siding. Bathrooms recently remodeled. Roof is 2 years old. Fully rented. Tenants pay all utilities. MLS11-580.$55,500 Call Darren Snyder Marilyn K Snyder Real Estate 570-825-2468

LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED!

WILKES-BARRE

98-100 Lockhart St

Great Investment Opportunity. Separate utilities. Motivated seller! MLS 11-4330 $80,000 Maria Huggler CLASSIC PROPERTIES 570-587-7000

WYOMING PRICE REDUCED!

PLAINS

107-109 E. Carey St. High traffic, high potential location with enough space for 2 second floor apartments. A stones throw away from the casino. Large front windows for showroom display. Basement & sub - basement for additional storage or workspace. PRICE REDUCED $99,500 MLS# 10-1919 Call Stanley (570) 817-0111 COLDWELL BANKER RUNDLE REAL ESTATE 570-474-2340 PLYMOUTH

423 E. Church St. Great 2 family in move in condition on both sides, Separate utilities, 6 rooms each. 3 car detached garage in super neighborhood. Walking distance to college. For more info and photos visit: www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS 11-1608 $123,000 Call Tom 570-262-7716

SCRANTON

PITTSTON

PITTSTON Township Blvd. Nice duplex zoned commercial, can be used for offices as well as residential. All separate utilities. Keep apt. space or convert to commercial office space. Adjacent lot for sale by same owner. MLS 11-2176 $85,900 Jay A. Crossin CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770 ext. 23

350 Union St. Residential and commercial zone this property would make a perfect spot for your place of business. Zone B-3 highway business. See residential list #11-3569 for additional info and photos. MLS11-3788 $67,500 Jay A. Crossin EXT. 23 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

285 Wyoming Ave. First floor currently used as a shop, could be offices, etc. Prime location, corner lot, full basement. 2nd floor is 3 bedroom apartment plus 3 car garage and parking for 6 cars. For more information and photos go to www.atlas realtyinc.com MLS #10-4339 $169,900 Call Charlie VM 101

BACK MOUNTAIN

3.37 acre wooded lot. Public sewer. Underground utilities. Close to 309. Asking $59,900 Call 570-885-1119

DALLAS

155 E Walnut St. Good investment property knocking on your door. Don't miss out, come and see for yourself. Also included in the sale of the property is the lot behind the home. Lot size is 25X75, known as 147 Cherry St. $82,000 MLS# 10-2666 Call Karen Coldwell Banker Rundle Real Estate 570-474-2340

LINE UP A SUCCESSFUL SALE IN CLASSIFIED! Do you need more space? A yard or garage sale in classified is the best way to clean out your closets! You’re in bussiness with classified!

333 Oakmont Lane Owner had property surveyed.Copies available upon request. Property was partially cleared for a home 2-3 years ago MLS 11-3300 $39,900 John Shelley 570-288-0770 CROSSIN REAL ESTATE 570-288-0770

MOUNTAIN TOP

Crestwood Schools! 126 Acres for Sale! Mostly wooded with approx. 970 ft on Rt. 437 in Dennison Twp. $459,000 Call Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

MOUNTAIN TOP

Several building lots ready to build on! ALL public utilities! Priced from $32,000 to $48,000! Use your own Builder! Call Jim Graham at 570-715-9323

WILKES-BARRE PARTLY CLEARED VACANT LOTS: Lot #13, E. Thomas St. Approximately 0.57 acre MLS #11-2616 $32,000 Lot #18, E Thomas St., Approximately 0.73 acre. MLS #11-2615 $35,000 Call Jeff Cook Realty World Bank Capital 570-235-1183

WYOMING COUNTY

912 Lots & Acreage

63 acres. Wooded parcel. 5,000’ roadfront on 2 paved roads. Level & rolling. In Dallas Twp. $425,000 Besecker Realty 570-675-3611 DALLAS

New Goss Manor lots. Prices ranging from $59,900 to $69,900. Public water, sewer, gas & electric available. Call Kevin Smith 570-696-1195 or 570-696-5420

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

941

14+ acres, Rt. 29 Noxen, bordering StateGame Lands. Great for hunting or private home site. Low taxes. $105,000. Please call 570-690-5951

915 Manufactured Homes

ASHLEY PARK

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

Looking to buy a home? Place an ad here and let the sellers know! 570-829-7130

930 Wanted to Buy Real Estate

WE BUY HOMES 570-956-2385 Any Situation

WE BUY HOUSES 570-472-3472 Motorcycle for sale? Let them see it here in the Classifieds! 570-829-7130

Apartments/ Unfurnished

EXETER

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

EXETER

570-288-7481

Nice home, great price. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, wood floors, off street parking, Approx 1312sq ft. Currently rented out for $550 monthly, no lease. Keep it as an investment or make this your new home. MLS 11-3207 $46,000 Call/text for Details. Donna Cain 570-947-3824

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

Senior Apartments

938

Apartments/ Furnished

PITTSTON TWP.

Attractive weekly & monthly rates for single & double rooms and suites. Water, heat, cable & maid service included. AMERICA’S BEST VALUE INN Call 570-655-1234

PLAINS

1 bedroom, refrigerator, stove and washer provided, no pets, $375./per month, Call (570) 239-6586

PLAINS

Furnished 1 bedroom, luxury apartment. EVERYTHING INCLUDED. Heat, hot water, A/C, electric, phone, cable. Private, no smoking, no pets. 570-954-0869

WEST PITTSTON

Attractive 1 room furnished efficiency. Cherry kitchen cabinets, granite bath, built-ins, washer/ dryer. Security & references. Non smokers, no pets. $625. Includes heat & water. 570-655-4311

WILKES-BARRE

2 apartments. 3 bedroom, 1 bath. appliances incl. W/d in both. $650/mo plus utilities. Security deposit of $650. Call (717) 713-3902 before 9:00 p.m. to set an appointment or email: tarinhoupt @hotmail.com

WILKES-BARRE

Fully furnished luxury executive apartment with new leather furniture. TV included. Full kitchen. New bedroom set. Water & sewer included. $700 / month. Call 570-371-1615

941

Apartments/ Unfurnished

ASHLEY TWO APARTMENTS Brand new 2 bedroom, washer/dryer hookup, $550 month + utilities 4 bedroom, full basement, washer / dryer hookup, $500 month +. 570-868-6020

ASHLEY

BACK MOUNTAIN

Cozy 1 bedroom. Heat & Appliances. $550/ month. 570-574-2588

DALLAS $600/mos + utilities.

A 1 bedroom Studio, near Misericordia University. Security due at signing of lease. Private driveway. Call Bill Call (570) 690-2170

222 SCHOOLEY AVE. EXETER, PA Accepting applications for 1 bedroom apartments. Quality apartments for ages 62 and older. Income limits apply. Rent only $450 month. *Utilities Included *Laundry Facilities *On Site Management *Private parking

DALLAS

Large 3 bedroom 2nd floor. No pets. Off street parking. Call Joe 570-881-2517 Dallas, Pa. MEADOWS APARTMENTS 220 Lake St. Housing for the elderly & mobility impaired; all utilities included. Federally subsidized program. Extremely low income persons encouraged to apply. Income less than $12,400. 570-675-6936, 8 am-4 pm, Mon-Fri. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

DUMORE

Two bedroom 1 bathroom apartment on Apple St. $600/month + utilities. Available 1/15. (570) 815-5334

EXETER 2 bedroom, modern kitchen and bath, Includes OSP stove, fridge, heat, water, sewer. No Pets. $650. 570-693-1294

Apartments/ Unfurnished

HUDSON

2 bedrooms, 1 bath, refrigerator & stove, washer /dryer hookup, full basement, no pets, $625/month, water & sewer paid, security. 570-829-5378

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Call for appointment

570-654-5733 Monday - Friday 8am-12pm. Equal Housing Opportunity

FALLS

1 bedroom, bath. Basement apt. Private entrance, offstreet parking. Utilities & appliances included. No smoking or pets $500/mo + security 570-388-6603

FORTY FORTA 1&2B EDROOM

PTS

Very nice, clean, great neighborhood, hardwood floors, a/c, washer/dryer with newer appliances, storage, 1st/last/security with one year lease. References required. $650$695 + utilities. Water/sewer by owner, no pets, non-smoking. Call 202-997-9185 for appointment

FORTY FORT

1 bedroom, excellent location, newly remodeled. Sunken living room. Oak floors kitchen and bath and w/w. Incl. fridge, stove, dishwasher. Coinop laundry in building. Off street parking. $750 includes all utilities. No smoking 570-779-4609 or 570-407-3991

HANOVER TWP.

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, all appliances provided, off-street parking, no pets, no smoking. Heat, sewer, hot water included, $550 per month + 1st & last month & $400 security de-posit. Call: 570-852-0252 after 8:00 a.m.

HANOVER TWP.

Beautiful 2 bedroom, 2nd floor apartment with modern kitchen, refinished hardwood floors throughout, gas heat, $550/ month + security. All utilities by tenant. Call Lynda 570-262-1196

HANOVER TWP.

Lyndwood Ave. 3 bedrooms, 1st floor, in nice neighborhood. Dishwasher, washer/dryer hook up. Parking, porch storage. $600/per month + utilities & security deposit. Call 904-382-4509

HANOVER TWP. TOWNHOUSE

2 bedrooms, refrigerator, stove & dishwasher, European tile kitchen & bath. Parking, A/C, cathedral ceilings, fireplace, deck. $725/month. Call 570-650-0278

HANOVER TWP.

Newly remodeled large 2nd floor 1 bedroom apartment with hardwood floors. $750/month + utilities. Call John Thomas 570-287-1196 or 570-714-6124

DALLAS 2396 Lower Demunds Road 2nd floor. 2 bedroom+ spare room, large living room and kitchen. Laundry room, upper back deck with yard. Off street parking. Tenant pays utilities and garbage. First, last, security. $550/mo 570-956-7571

941

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

HANOVER TWP.

Apartments Available KINGSTON, 1 & 2 bedroom units PLAINS, large 2 bedroom with bonus room PLAINS, efficiency 1 bedroom WILKES-BARRE, 1/2 double with 4 bedrooms WILKES-BARRE, 2 bedroom duplex building All Include: Appliances, Carpeting, Maintenance. Lease, Credit Check & References Required.

570-899-3407 Tina Randazzo Property Mgr

KINGSTON

1 bedroom, 2nd floor, living room & modern eat in kitchen. Electric heat. $400 + security. All utilities by tenant. Ready now. Call Lynda (570) 262-1196

KINGSTON

1 bedroom. Available now. $425 + security & electric. Call 570-829-0847

KINGSTON

131 S. Maple Ave. 3 room apartment 2nd floor. Heat & hot water included. Coin Laundry. Off street parking. No pets/smoking. $600 570-288-5600 or 570-479-0486

KINGSTON

Attractive / quiet neighborhood near Kingston Pool. Charming 2 bedrooms + sunroom, oak kitchen, dishwasher, fridge, disposal, washer/ dryer, a/c, basement, garage. Water & Sewer included. No pets. $575 + gas/electric, security, references & lease. 570-466-8041

KINGSTON

PECKS COURT New Construction. 2 bedroom luxury apartment. Appliances, heat, sewer & garbage included. $800/month. Call 570-441-4101

KINGSTON

Private garage & ultra modern state of the art apartment with washer/dryer, air, new carpeting $730 + utilities. 570-881-4993

Looking for Work? Tell Employers with a Classified Ad. 570-829-7130

KINGSTON

56 Pulaski Street Totally renovated, energy efficient, single family rental. 2 bedrooms, full bath, off-street parking. Cathedral ceiling in bedrooms, wall-towall carpeting and large closets. Modern kitchen with granite countertops, ceramic tile floor. Brand new stainless steel appliances, 1st floor full bath with granite sink and tile floor. Living room with wall-to-wall. Recessed lighting. Washer/dryer hookup. MLS#11-3429 $800. Per Month Craig Yarrish 570-696-6554

To place your ad Call Toll Free 1-800-427-8649

HARVEYS LAKE

1 bedroom, LAKE FRONT apartments. Wall to wall, appliances, lake rights, off street parking. No Pets. Lease, security & references. 570-639-5920

Recently remodeled 2nd floor, 2 bedroom. Heat & hot/ cold water included. Small, 3rd room. No pets. $700 + security. Call Sam 570-817-4488

KINGSTON

Recently renovated 2 bedroom. Living room & dining room. Convenient off street parking. All new appliances. Water & sewer included. $565 + utilities, security & references. No pets. Call 570-239-7770 KINGSTON

SDK GREEN ACRES HOMES 11 Holiday Drive

Kingston “A Place To Call Home” Spacious 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apts 3 Bedroom Townhomes Gas heat included

FREE

24hr on-site Gym Community Room Swimming Pool Maintenance FREE Controlled Access Patio/Balcony and much more... Call Today for Move In Specials. 570-288-9019

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com Apartments/ Unfurnished

KINGSTON Spacious 2nd floor,

2 bedroom. 1 bath. Newly remodeled building, Living room, Dining room, eat-in Kitchen, private front balcony, off street parking, all appliances, including washer/dryer. Available 1/1/12. $650 + utilities. No pets, no smoking. 570-814-3281

KINGSTON

Spacious 3rd floor, 2 bedrooms, porch, off street parking. Heat & water included. New fridge & stove. Pet Friendly. $550 + security. Call 570-287-5282

KINGSTON

Wyoming Avenue 2nd floor, 1 bedroom, appliances, laundry room. $490 + electric. Security & references. 570-696-1600

Find Something? Lose Something? Get it back where it belongs with a Lost/Found ad! 570-829-7130

LUZERNE Small efficiency

with bath. Some utilities included. $415/month Lease & security. Call after 6 p.m. 570-220-6533

MOUNTAIN TOP

1 Bedroom apartments for elderly, disabled. Rents based on 30% of ADJ gross income. Handicap Accessible. Equal Housing Opportunity. TTY711 or 570-474-5010 This institution is an equal opportunity provider & employer.

MOUNTAIN TOP

3 bedroom, 2 bath apartment. Off street parking. Big yard. Nice neighborhood. Crestwood school district. $1,000 + utilities, security & lease. Call 570-678-7801

MOUNTAIN TOP Centrally located 1

bedroom, washer/dryer hookup in basement, off-street parking, no pets, yard. $500/month, + security deposit. Tenant pays electric & water. 570-474-0388

MOUNTAINTOP 1 bedroom, 1 bath,

all appliances provided, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, no pets. $700/month, utilities included. Security deposit and lease. 570-678-7801

NANTICOKE 2 bedroom, 1st

floor. Large eat in kitchen, fridge, electric stove, large living room, w/w carpeting, master bedroom with custom built in furniture. Ample closet space. Front/back porches, off street parking, laundry room available. No dogs, smoking, water, sewer, garbage paid. $525/mo + gas, electric, security, lease, credit, background check. (570) 696-3596

NANTICOKE

2nd Floor apartment for a tenant who wants the best. Bedroom, living room, kitchen & bath. Brand new. Washer/dryer hookup, air conditioned. No smoking or pets. 2 year lease, all utilities by tenant. Sewer & garbage included. Security, first & last month’s rent required. $440.00 570-735-5064 NANTICOKE

3 BEDROOM 1/2 DOUBLE

Washer/dryer hookup. Off street parking: Garage & yard $640.+ utilities. Now accepting section 8. 570-237-5823 for appointment

NANTICOKE Nice clean 1

bedroom. Heat, hot water, garbage fee included. Stove, fridge, air-conditioning, washer/dryer availability. Security. $525 per month Call (570) 736-3125

NANTICOKE

Very clean, nice, 2 bedroom. Water, sewer, stove, fridge, Garbage collection fee included. W/d availability. Large rooms. Security, $535/mo. 570-736-3125

PITTSTON

1 bedroom, includes, fridge, stove, heat, garbage stickers. Off street parking avail. $400/month plus security 570-388-2271

PITTSTON

2 bedroom. 2nd floor. Includes fridge, range, heat, water, sewer, trash, washer/dryer hookup. $575 + security. Call Bernie 888-244-2714

941

Apartments/ Unfurnished

PITTSTON 2nd floor,

1 bedroom, 1 bath, with office. Not in flood zone! Garbage, sewer & appliances included. Pets negotiable. $505/month, + security & lease. 570-574-8179

PITTSTON

3 bedroom, 2 second floor. Includes fridge, range, sewer, trash, washer & dryer hook up. $575 + security Call Bernie 888-244-2714 PITTSTON AVAILABLE DEC. 1 2 bedroom, modern and clean. Includes stove and fridge. W/d hookup. Landlord pays sewer and garbage, tenant pays heat, water & electric. NO PETS Lease & security required. $550/mo 570-829-1578 PLAINS 1st floor. Modern 2 bedroom. Kitchen with appliances. All new carpet. Convenient location. No smoking. No pets. $550 + utilities. 570-714-9234

PLAINS

2 bedroom, heat, hot water, water & sewer included. $625/month. Call (570) 905-0186

LINE UP A GREAT DEAL... IN CLASSIFIED!

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

PLAINS Large 2 bedroom,

941

Apartments/ Unfurnished

WILKES-BARRE

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

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

WILKES-BARRE

135 Westminster St., 2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, living room. Laundry hookup. Recently renovated. Pet friendly. Section 8 Welcome. $495 + utilities. Call 570-814-9700

WILKES-BARRE

151 W. River St. NEAR WILKES 1st floor. 2 bedrooms, carpet. Appliances included. Sewer & trash paid. Tenant pays gas, water & electric. Pet friendly. Security deposit & 1st months rent required. $600. 570-969-9268

refrigerator, stove & dishwasher, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, pets ok with fee, $650/ month, plus security and utilities. Call 570-650-1575

PLYMOUTH 2 bedroom, 1 bath.

WILKES-BARRE 83 W. Chestnut St

SHAVERTOWN One or 2 bedroom

apartment for rent. Heat included. Laundry facilities, Off-street parking, No Pets. Call 570-675-3904

SWOYERSVILLE 2nd floor, 2 bed-

rooms, 1 bath, carpeting, all appliances, washer/dryer, off-street parking, no pets. Water & hot water included. Gas heat paid by tenant. $475/month + security & lease. Call 570-675-7836

SWOYERSVILLE

Modern 1 bedroom, 1st floor. Quiet area. All appliances included, coin-op laundry. Off street parking. No pets. $430. Water/sewer included. Security & references. Call 570-239-7770

SWOYERSVILLE

Roomy 1 bedroom. Extra large walk in closet. Equipped with range, refrigerator, washer & dryer. New tile bath. Security, references & lease. No pets. $575/month. Utilities by tenant. 570-287-5775 570-332-1048

W. WYOMING 2nd floor. 2 bed-

room. Appliances. Enclosed porch. 2 car garage. $600/ month + security and utilities. No pets. No smoking. Call (570) 333-4363

WEST PITTSTON

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

WEST PITTSTON A I

VAILABLE MMEDIATELY

Clean 1 bedroom, 2nd floor. Washer/ dryer hookup. Water & sewer included. $550/mo. + utilities, security & references. Call (570) 947-8073 West Pittston, Pa. GARDEN VILLAGE APARTMENTS 221 Fremont St. Housing for the elderly & mobility impaired; all utilities included. Federally subsidized program. Extremely low income persons encouraged to apply. Income less than $12,400. 570-655-6555, 8 am-4 pm, Monday-Friday. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

Find Your Ideal Employee! Place an ad and end the search! 570-829-7130 ask for an employment specialist

Apartments/ Unfurnished

WILKES-BARRE LODGE Formerly The Travel Lodge 497 Kidder St., Wilkes-Barre Rooms Starting at: Daily $44.99 + tax Weekly $189.99 + tax Microwave, Refrigerator, WiFi, HBO 570-823-8881 www.Wilkes BarreLodge.com

WILKES-BARRE

Mayflower Section 1 bedroom apartment available. Nice Area. Duplex (1 unit ready now). Heat and hot water. Rent with option to buy. No pets. Call 570-823-7587

WILKES-BARRE

Meyers Court. 3 bedroom end unit townhouse. $690 + utilities. For more info visit: DreamRentals.net or call 570-288-3375

WILKES-BARRE NORTH

2 bedroom. Includes heat, hot and cold running water. Off street parking. Security required. Background check. $545 For appointment call: 570-814-3138

WILKES-BARRE NORTH 723 N. Main St.

1st floor, Very large 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath, eat-in kitchen with appliances, $420 + security, no pets. Water included. Tenant pays gas & electric. Call 570-814-1356

NORTH WILKES-BARRE WILKES-BARRE 815 N Washington 3 bedrooms, 1 bath,

eat-in kitchen, off street parking for 4 cars, small pets ok, large fenced in yard. $600/month includes water & sewer. Security required. Call Tom at 570-574-6261

1st floor. Newly painted. $575 + security. Includes fridge, range, heat, water & sewer. Call Bernie 888-244-2714

941

Freshly painted 3 bedroom. Clean and neat. Pets OK. $500 + first, security, utilities & references. 570-223-6252

WILKES-BARRE

9 Sycamore St. (off W. Chestnut near General Hospital) Clean 1st floor, 1 bedroom, bath. Appliances with range, fridge, microwave, includes water and sewage. Section 8 welcome. No smoking or pets. Security $475 + utilities. 570-829-1253 570-817-5345 (c)

WILKES-BARRE Clean, 2 bedroom,

duplex. Stove, hookups, parking, yard. No pets/no smoking. $475 + utilities. Call 570-868-4444

WILKES-BARRE For lease, available December 5th. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath room, refrigerator and stove provided, washer/dryer hookup, no pets, $400/per month, plus utilities, $200/security deposit. Call (570) 688-4925

WILKES-BARRE

“GENERAL HOSPITAL” VICINITY

Super Clean, remodeled compact 3 rooms, laundry, appliances, off street parking 1 car. $470 + utilities. EMPLOYMENT, CREDIT, LEASE REQUIRED. NO PETS/SMOKING. Managed Building!

AMERICA REALTY 288-1422 Shopping for a new apartment? Classified lets you compare costs without hassle or worry! Get moving with classified!

WILKES-BARRE HEIGHTS

57 Carbon Lane 1 bedroom, 2nd floor. Wall to wall carpet. eat in kitchen with appliances, off street parking, rear porch. $395 + utilities & security. 570-814-1356 WILKES-BARRE

LAFAYETTE GARDENS

SAVE MONEY THIS YEAR! 113 Edison St. Quiet neighborhood. 2 bedroom apartments available for immediate occupancy. Heat & hot water included. $625 Call Aileen at 570-822-7944

Street, Rear 1 bedroom, wall to wall carpet, new paint & flooring, eat in kitchen with appliances, enclosed front & back porch, laundry facilities. heat, hot water and cable included. $520 + electric & security. No pets. Call 570-814-1356

WILKES-BARRE SOUTH SECURE BUILDINGS

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

WILKES-BARRE Spacious 3 bed-

room. Newly renovated, freshly painted, nice neighborhood. Appliances. New washer/dryer and new floor covering. $700 plus utilities, references, credit and background check. Smoke Free. Call 570-881-0320

Wanna make a speedy sale? Place your ad today 570829-7130.

WILKES-BARRE Spacious, newly

renovated 2 bedroom. Nice neighborhood. Freshly painted. With appliances & new washer / dryer. New floor coverings. $650 + utilities, references, credit and background check. Smoke Free. 570-881-0320

WILKES-BARRE Three room, one

bedroom, all freshly painted with new flooring throughout. Includes stove, washer & dryer in laundry area and off street parking in private, well-lit lot. Water and sewer included, electricity by tenant. $460/ month. Security, application, references and lease required. No smokers, No pets. Call 570-814-9574 WILKES-BARRE 1 bedroom water included 2 bedroom water included 1 bedroom efficiency water included 2 bedroom single family 3 bedroom single family HANOVER 4 bedroom large affordable 2 bedroom NANTICOKE 2 bedroom large, water included PITTSTON Large 1 bedroom water included PLAINS 1 bedroom water included KINGSTON 3 Bedroom Half Double KINGSTON 2 bedroom water included McDermott & McDermott Real Estate Inc. Property Management 570-821-1650 (direct line) Mon-Fri. 8-7pm Sat. 8-noon

941

Apartments/ Unfurnished

WILKES-BARRE/NORTH 2B EDROOM

AVAILABLE NOW!! Recently renovated, spacious, wood floors, all kitchen appliances included, parking available. $500 + utilities Call Agnes 347-495-4566

WYOMING

BLANDINA APARTMENTS Deluxe 1 & 2 bedroom. Wall to wall carpet. Some utilities by tenant. No pets. Non-smoking. Elderly community. Quiet, safe. Off street parking. Call 570-693-2850

WYOMING Updated 1 bedroom.

New Wall to wall carpet. Appliances furnished. Coin op laundry. $550. Heat, water & sewer included. Call 570-687-6216 or 570-954-0727

944

Commercial Properties

Center City WB

FREE HIGH SPEED INTERNET! Why pay extra for

internet? Our new leases include a FREE high speed connection! Affordable modern office space at the Luzerne Bank Building on Public Square. Rents include internet, heat, central air, utilities, trash removal, and nightly cleaning all without a sneaky CAM charge. Parking available at the intermodal garage via our covered bridge. 300SF to 5000SF available. We can remodel to suit. Brokers protected. Call Jeff Pyros at 570-822-8577

944

315 PLAZA

750 & 1750 square feet and NEW SPACE 3,500 square feet OFFICE/RETAIL 570-829-1206

WAREHOUSE/LIGHT MANUFACTURING OFFICE SPACE PITTSTON Main St.

12,000 sq. ft. building in downtown location. Warehouse with light manufacturing. Building with some office space. Entire building for lease or will sub-divide. MLS #10-1074 Call Charlie 570-829-6200 VM 101

WILKES-BARRE

Great Business Opportunity 1,500 square feet, available immediately. High traffic area, excellent street visibility on the Sans Souci Hwy. Call 570-760-5215 WILKES-BARRE

Lease this freestanding building for an AFFORDABLE monthly rent. Totally renovated & ready to occupy. Offices, conference room, work stations, kit and more. Ample parking and handicap access. $1,750/ month. MLS 11-419 Call Judy Rice 570-714-9230

DOLPHIN PLAZA

Rte. 315 1,200 - 2,000 SF Office / Retail Call 570-829-1206

Job Seekers are looking here! Where's your ad? 570-829-7130 and ask for an employment specialist

FORTY FORT

Free standing building. Would be great for any commercial use. 1900 sq. ft. on the ground floor with an additional 800 sq. ft in finished lower level. Excellent location, only 1 block from North Cross Valley Expressway and one block from Wyoming Ave (route 11) Take advantage of this prime location for just $850 per month! 570-262-1131

HANOVER TWP

Parkway Plaza Sans Souci Parkway Commercial Space For Lease 1,200 sq. ft. starting at $700/ month. Off street parking. Central heat & air. Call 570-991-0706

OFFICE OR STORE NANTICOKE

1280 sq ft. 3 phase power, central air conditioning. Handicap accessible rest room. All utilities by tenant. Garbage included. $900 per month for a 5 year lease. 570-735-5064.

OFFICE SPACE

MAIN ST., LUZERNE 2nd floor, approx. 2,300 SF, Private restroom & breakroom, off street parking. 570-288-1004

OFFICE SPACE

HANOVER TWP.

End unit. Former beauty salon would also be suitable for retail store. High traffic area. $800 per month. (11-4214) Call John Thomas 570-287-1196 or 570-714-6124

SMITH HOURIGAN GROUP

PITTSTON COOPERS CO-OP

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

RETAIL/OFFICE 2,000 sq building for

rent on busy Rt. 309 in Mountain Top, across from Subway. Lots of parking, great visibility, Available immediately. $2,000/month + utilities. 570-430-0852

Commercial Properties

WYOMING

72’ x 200’ VACANT COMMERCIAL LOT 233 Wyoming Ave, Rt. 11 (1/4 mile from proposed Walmart) For Sale or lease. $96,000. 570-388-6669

Elegant Space Available

FORTY FORT 1188 Wyoming Ave

Built in 1879 this prestigious 2,800 square foot space features high ceilings, ten-foot doorways, three large distinctive chandeliers, hardwood floors and three fireplaces. Other features: french doors, large well lit parking lot, handicap accessibility. Signage positioned on 179 ft frontage. Over 15,000 vehicles pass daily. 570-706-5308

950

Half Doubles

EDWARDSVILLE NICE NEIGHBORHOOD

564 Garfield St. For lease, available now, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath room, refrigerator & stove provided, washer/dryer hookup, no pets, fenced yard on corner lot. $575/ month, plus utilities & $575 security deposit. Call (570) 542-4904 before 7:00 p.m. to set an appointment or email obuhosky@epix.net.

Line up a place to live in classified!

FORTY FORT 1/2 double.

3 bedrooms. Stove, refrigerator, dishwasher. Washer /dryer hookup. Newly painted. Off street parking. $675 + utilities. 570-814-0843 570-696-3090

GLEN LYON 3 bedrooms, wall to wall carpeting, laundry room, yard. $500 + utilities, security & references. No Pets. Call 570-592-3100

HANOVER TWP.

Completely remodeled 2 bedroom, 1 bath, wall to wall carpet. Stove, washer/dryer hook up. Off street parking. $750/month + first, last & security. Includes water, sewer & trash. No pets. No smoking. References & credit check. 570-824-3223 269-519-2634 Leave Message

KINGSTON

3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, new wall to wall carpeting, freshly painted, partial A/C, gas heat, large fenced in yard, walking distance to Kingston Corners. All appliances, off-street parking, no pets. $725/month, plus utilities, & 2 months security. Application & references. Call 570-639-4907

950

Half Doubles

KINGSTON

Sprague Ave. Charming, Spacious 6 room, 2 bedroom duplex, includes 2nd and 3rd floor. Convenient to Wyoming Ave. Washer/dryer hook-up, basement storage, $550 / month + utilities, security & lease. NO PETS.570-793-6294

LARKSVILLE 2.5 bedroom, freshly painted, stove, off street parking, washer/dryer hookup, dry basement. $525/month, + utilities & security. (570) 239-5760

LARKSVILLE

231 Nesbitt Street 3 bedrooms with stove & refrigerator, washer/dryer hook up, nice yard, off street parking. No pets. $525/ month + security. (570) 779-5910

LARKSVILLE 3 bedrooms, 6

rooms, Cherry cabinets, island, yard. Sewer, garbage included. Section 8 okay. $675 plus security. 570-262-0540

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

MOCANAQUA

3 bedroom, modern kitchen & bath, large yard and deck, off-street parking, water and sewer paid. $600/month, + security & lease. Call 570-542-4411

PLAINS 3 bedroom, fresh

paint, new hardwood/tile/carpet, gas heat, new bath. Includes stove and fridge. $695/month plus utilities, security deposit and references Call Scott 570-714-2431 Ext. 137

WEST PITTSTON 4 bedroom, off

953 Houses for Rent

GREENBRIAR Well maintained ranch style condo features living room with cathedral ceiling, oak kitchen, dining room with vaulted ceiling, 2 bedrooms and 2 3/4 baths, master bedroom with walk in closet. HOA fees included. $1,200 per month + utilities. MLS#11-4063. Call Kevin Smith 570-696-5422

SMITH HOURIGAN 570-696-1195

DURYEA Blueberry Hill

Large 3 bedroom ranch with oversized garage. Large lot with pool. No Realtors. For more details. Available for lease or purchase for $339,000. Call 570-406-1128

KINGSTON

3 bedrooms, 1 bath, refrigerator, stove & dishwasher provided, washer/dryer on premises, front and rear porches, full basement and attic. Off-street parking, no pets, totally remodeled. $1,000/ month, plus utilities, security & lease. Call 570-824-7598 KINGSTON Completely remodeled Large 2 story, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, single family home including refrigerator, stove, diswasher & disposal. Gas heat, nice yard, good neighborhood,. Off street parking. Shed. No pets. $995. month. 570-479-6722

Looking to buy a home? Place an ad here and let the sellers know! 570-829-7130

LARKSVILLE

Conveniently located. Spacious 4 bedroom single. Gas heat. Off street parking. Lease, no pets. Security. Call Ann Marie Chopick 570-760-6769

REE! 2 bedroom. Off street parking. No smoking. $600 +utilities, security & last month. 570-885-4206 AINTENANCE

WILKES-BARRE

176 Charles St TOWNHOUSE STYLE, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, Not Section 8 approved. $550/ month + utilities. References & security required. Available now! 570-301-2785

WILKES-BARRE 2 bedrooms, 1 bath,

refrigerator & stove, washer/dryer hookup, $450/month,plus utilities. Call 570-313-7701

WILKES-BARRE

3 bedrooms, newly remodeled bath, large eat in kitchen, washer/dryer hookup, fenced in yard. $750/per month, plus utilities, security deposit & lease.

570-820-7049

WILKES-BARRE

32 Riverside Drive Luxurious 1/2 double in landmark mansion. 5 bedrooms. Living room with fire place. Dining room. Kitchen with appliances. Large basement. 2.5 baths. Central Air. $975/month. Security & references required. Water and sewer included. Available now. 570-905-7334 570-825-0000 WYOMING 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, gas heat, new carpeting, range & laundry hook ups. Credit check required. $675/month + utilities & security. Call Florence 570-715-7737

MOUNTAIN TOP AREA NEAR LILY LAKE

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath, Farm house. Modern kitchen, hardwood floors. $950/month + security & 1 year lease Call 570-379-2258

MOUNTAIN TOP

Rent to Own - Lease Option Purchase 5 bedroom 2 bath 3 story older home. Completely remodeled in + out! $1500 month with $500 month applied toward purchase. $245K up to 5 yrs. tj2isok@gmail.com

941

BACK MOUNTAIN Private, 3 bedroom

ranch, patio, porch, appliances, work shop. $830 + utilities & security. Call 570-522-0084

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

Apartments/ Unfurnished

W IL K E SW O O D A PAR TM E NTS

1 B edroom Sta rting a t $675.00 • Includes gas heat, w ater,sew er & trash • C onvenient to allm ajor highw ays & public transportation • Fitness center & pool • P atio/B alconies • P et friendly* • O nline rentalpaym ents • Flexible lease term s

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

SQUARE FOOT RE MANAGEMENT 866-873-0478

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, washer/dryer hookup, off-street parking, no pets, $475/month, plus utilities, lease and security. Nice neighborhood. Call 570-287-2405

SHAVERTOWN

2 bedroom, private setting with pond. 1.5 baths. Large kitchen with appliances, dishwasher & microwave included. Plenty of closet & storage. Washer/dryer hook up. Private drive. $1,200/month + utilities. Security deposit required. Call (570) 760-2362

SWOYERSVILLE

Rent to Own

Nice 3 bedroom ranch. Modern kitchen & bath, new flooring, finished basement, fenced yard, shed, off street parking & more. Pets OK! Small down payment. $975. Call 570-956-2385

WEST PITTSTON SINGLE HOME FOR RENT 622 Foundry St.

For lease, available immediately, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath room, refrigerator and stove provided, washer/dryer hookup, no pets, Modern single family home in nice neighborhood. Serious inquiries only., $725.00/per month, plus utilities, $725.00/ security deposit. Call 570-239-4102

Remodeled 2 bedroom, 1 bath house. Hardwood floors. $575 + utilities. Call 215-932-5690

962

Nice, clean furnished room, starting at $315. Efficiency at $435 month furnished with all utilities included. Off street parking. 570-718-0331

Apartment Homes

*2008 Pulse Research

What Do You Have To Sell Today? Call 829-7130 to place your ad. ONLY ONL NL ONE NLY N LE LEA L LEADER. E DER D . timesleader.com

Collect Cash. Not Dust. Sell it in The Times Leader Classiﬁed section.

Call 829-7130 to place an ad. ONLY ONL NL LY ONE N LE LEA L LEADER. E DER. timesleader.com

Find a newcar online at

timesleader.com

FLORIDA

Boca Raton Beautiful 5 room home with Pool. Fully furnished. On canal lot. $600 weekly. If interested, write to: 120 Wagner St. Moosic, PA 18507

941

Apartments/ Unfurnished

ONLY ONL NLY L ONE N LE LLEA LEADER. E DER D . timesleader.com

941

Apartments/ Unfurnished

EAST MOUNTAIN APARTMENTS The good life... close at hand

Regions Best Address

• 1 & 2 Bedroom Apts.

• 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apts.

822-4444

www.EastMountainApt.com

288-6300

www.GatewayManorApt.com

IN THE HEART OF WILKES-BARRE

Immediate Occupancy!!

Efficiencies available @30% of income

822-27 1 1

CEDAR VILLAGE

of Times Leader readers read the Classiﬁed section.

971 Vacation & Resort Properties

MARTIN D. POPKY APARTMENTS

w w w .liv ea tw ilk esw ood .com * Restrictions Ap p ly

Rooms

KINGSTON HOUSE

M ond a y - Frid a y 9 -5 Sa turd a y 1 0-2

Smith Hourigan Group 570-474-6307 953 Houses for Rent

NANTICOKE Desirable

WILKES-BARRE

570-288-6654

NANTICOKE

2 bedroom Ranch, double lot, off street parking, fridge & stove included. Trash & sewer included. $550/month + security. No pets. 570-735-2207 muenchclifford@ yahoo.com

PLYMOUTH

street parking, yard, garage, totally remodeled. $850/month plus security 570-299-7103

WEST PITTSTON F M

953 Houses for Rent

DALLAS

61 E. Northampton St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701 • Affordable Senior Apartments • Income Eligibility Required • Utilities Included! • Low cable rates; • New appliances; • Laundry on site; • Activities! •Curbside Public Transportation

Please call 570-825-8594 D/TTY 800-654-5984

Ask About Our Fall Specials!

$250 Off 1st Months Rent, & $250 Off Security Deposit With Good Credit.

962

Rooms

962

Rooms

1 bedroom starting @ $690

Featuring:

Washer & Dryer Central Air Fitness Center Swimming Pool Easy Access to I-81 Mon – Fri. 9 –5 44 Eagle Court Wilkes-Barre, PA 18706 (Off Route 309)

570-823-8400 cedarvillage@ affiliatedmgmt.com

Bear Creek Township Rooms starting at Daily $39.99 + tax Weekly $179.99 + tax WiFi HBO Available Upon Request: Microwave & Refrigerator

(570) 823-8027

www.casinocountrysideinn.com info@casinocountrysideinn.com

Casino Countryside Inn

941

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 11D

PAGE 12D

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

POWER YOUR PROFILE AND YOUR PROFITS.

PERSONALITY. FUNCTIONALITY. PROFESSIONALISM. Marketing Landing Pages Website Design and Management Mobile Marketing Move your business forward with the online marketing solutions from Impressions Media Digital. Get Started today.

CALL 970.7201 OR VISIT IMPRESSIONSMEDIADIGITAL.COM

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 PAGE 13D

Over 172,000 mobile readers per month. Advertise your business on The Times Leader’s mobile website.

Call 970-7101 THE TIMES LEADER |

PLACE YOUR OWN CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE! IT’S FAST AND EASY! PLUS, YOUR AD WILL RUN FREE FOR ITEMS PRICED UNDER $1000. GO TO “CLASSIFIED ADS” AND CLICK ON “PLACE YOUR AD.”

of Times Leader readers read the Classiﬁed section.

CALL AN EXPERT Professional Services Directory

*2008 Pulse Research

What Do You Have To Sell Today? Call 829-7130 to place your ad. ONLY ONL NL ONE NLY N LE LEA L LEADER. E DER D . timesleader.com

A-1 1 ABLE CHIMNEY Rebuild & Repair Chimneys. All types of Masonry. Liners Installed, Brick & Block, Roofs & Gutters. Licensed & Insured 570-735-2257

1024

Building & Remodeling

1st. Quality Construction Co.

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

Senior Citizens Discount! State Lic. # PA057320

570-299-7241 570-606-8438 ALL OLDER HOMES SPECIALIST 825-4268. Remodel / Repair Masonry, stucco, & concrete

Call the Building Industry Association of NEPA to find a qualified member for your next project. call 287-3331 or go to

www.bianepa.com

Over 47,000

people cite the The Times Leader as their primary source for shopping information. *2008 Pulse Research

Our online system will let you place Announcements, Automotive Listings, g Merchandise, Pets & Animals, Real Estate and Garage Sales. Customize the way your ad looks and then ﬁnd it in the next day’s edition of The Times Leader, in our weekly newspapers and online at timesleader.com.

What Do You HaveTo Sell Today?

ONE AUDITED

NEWSPAPER

IN LUZERNE COUNTY – AUDIT BUREAU OF CIRCULATIONS (ABC)

ROOFING, SIDING, DECKS, WINDOWS

For All of Your Remodeling Needs. Will Beat Any Price 25 Yrs. Experience References. Insured Free Estimates 570-899-4713

Shedlarski Construction H I OME MPROVEMENT SPECIALIST

Licensed, insured & PA registered. Kitchens, baths, vinyl siding & railings, replacement windows & doors, additions, garages, all phases of home renovations. 570-287-4067

ONLY ONL NLY L ONE N LE LEA L LEADER. E DER D . timesleader.com

CAVUTO CHIMNEY SERVICE

& Gutter Cleaning Free Estimates Insured 570-709-2479

CHIMNEY REPAIRS Parging. Stucco.

Stainless Liners. Cleanings. Custom Sheet Metal Shop. 570-383-0644 1-800-943-1515 Call Now! COZY HEARTH CHIMNEY Chimney Cleaning, Rebuilding, Repair, Stainless Steel Lining, Parging, Stucco, Caps, Etc. Free Estimates Licensed & Insured 1-888-680-7990 570-840-0873

1057Construction & Building

PRICE CONSTRUCTION

Full Service General Contractor BASEMENT > ROOFING > KITCHENS > REMODELING > BATHROOMS 570-840-3349

1078

Dry Wall

DAUGHERTY’S DRYWALL INC.

Remodeling, New Construction, Water & Flood Repairs

570-579-3755 PA043609

MIKE SCIBEK DRYWALL

Hanging & finishing, design ceilings and painting. Free estimates. Licensed & Insured. 328-1230

MIRRA DRYWALL Hanging & Finishing Textured Ceilings Licensed & Insured Free Estimates

(570) 675-3378 1084

Electrical

570-829-4077

Purebred Animals? Sell them here with a classified ad! 570-829-7130

1132

SLEBODA ELECTRIC Master electrician Licensed & Insured Service Changes & Replacements. Generator Installs. 868-4469

1093

Handyman Services

570-332-0077 Custom excavating, foundations, land clearing, driveways, storm drainage, etc.

1129 Gutter Repair & Cleaning Professional Window & Gutter Cleaning Gutters, carpet, pressure washing. Residential/commercial. Ins./bonded. Free est. 570-283-9840

Hauling & Trucking

Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Painting Attic & Basement Cleanup. Call Rick 570-287-0919

FLOOD VICTIMS CONSTRUCTION & DEMOLITION FOR

CALL

LICENSED GENERAL CONTRACTOR Plumbing, heating electrical, painting, roofs, siding, rough & finished carpentry. Call anytime. 570-852-9281

Mark’s Handyman Service

Give us a call

We do it all! Licensed & Insured

570-578-8599

RUSSELL’S

Property & Lawn Maintenance

LICENSED & INSURED Carpentry, painting & general home repairs. Now save for Spring Lawncare! 570-406-3339

1135

Hauling & Trucking

AA1AAlways C L E Ahauling, NING

cleaning attics, cellar, garage, one piece or whole Estate, also available 10 & 20 yard dumpsters.655-0695 592-1813or287-8302 AAA CLEANING A1 GENERAL HAULING Cleaning attics, cellars, garages. Demolitions, Roofing & Tree Removal. Free Est. 779-0918 or 542-5821; 814-8299 A.S.A.P Hauling Estate Cleanouts, Attics, Cellars, Garages, we’re cheaper than dumpsters!. Free Estimates, Same Day! 570-822-4582

AAA Bob & Ray’s Hauling: Friendly & Courteous. We take anything & everything. Attic to basement. Garage, yard, free estimates. Call 570-655-7458 or 570-905-4820

CASTAWAY HAULING JUNK REMOVAL

823-3788 / 817-0395

1204

Painting & Wallpaper

M. PARALIS PAINTING

plumbing & all types of interior & exterior home repairs. 570-829-5318

Excavating

MODULAR HOMES/EXCAVATING

1135

DOPainting, IT ALL HANDYMAN drywall,

LJPconstructioninc.com

GRULA ELECTRIC LLC

ROOFING, Home Renovating. Garages, Kitchens, Baths, Siding and More! Licensed and Insured. FREE ESTIMATES!! 570-388-0149

Call 829-7130 to place your ad.

Chimney Service

Licensed, Insured, No job too small.

STORM OR FLOOD DAMAGE?? HUGHES Construction

*Your ad will appear in the next day’s paper if placed online before 4 p.m. Mon. through Thurs. Place on Friday before 1 p.m. for Saturday’s paper and before 4 p.m.

NUMBER

NICHOLS CONSTRUCTION

All Types Of Work New or Remodeling Licensed & Insured Free Estimates 570-406-6044

1039

ALL KINDS OF HAULING & JUNK REMOVAL

TREE/SHRUB REMOVAL REMOVAL DEMOLITION Estate Cleanout Free Estimates 24 HOUR SERVICE SMALL AND LARGE JOBS! 570-823-1811 570-239-0484

1156

Insurance

NEPA LONG TERM CARE AGENCY Long Term Care Insurance sales. Reputable Companies. 570-580-0797 Free Consult www.nepa longtermcare .com

1162 Landscaping/ Garden BRUSH UP TO 4’ HIGH, MOWING, EDGING, MULCHING, TRIMMING SHRUBS, HEDGES, TREES, LAWN CARE, LEAF REMOVAL, FALL CLEAN UP. FULLY INSURED. FREE ESTIMATES 829-3261

1189 Miscellaneous Service

VITO’S & GINO’S Wanted: Junk Cars & Trucks Highest Prices Paid!!

FREE PICKUP

288-8995

Int/ Ext. painting, Power washing. Professional work at affordable rates. Free estimates. 570-288-0733

1225

Plumbing

BERNIE THE PLUMBER

& HOME BUILDER “SAME DAY SERVICE” Why Pay more? Interior & exterior. We do hardwood floors, furnaces, water heaters - all your home remodeling needs. Pay when you’re pleased. All work guaranteed. Free Estimates. 570-899-3123

1228

Plumbing & Heating

NEED FLOOD REPAIRS?

Boilers, Furnaces, Air. 0% Interest 6 months. 570-736-HVAC (4822)

1252

Roofing & Siding

FALL ROOFING Special $1.29 s/f Licensed, insured, fast service 570-735-0846

J.R.V. ROOFING

570-824-6381 Roof Repairs & New Roofs. Shingle, Slate, Hot Built Up, Rubber, Gutters & Chimney Repairs. Year Round. Licensed/Insured FREE Estimates *24 Hour Emergency Calls*

1276

Snow Removal

SNOW

PLOWING Commercial

Industrial

Residential DRIVEWAYS SIDEWALKS

SALTING

VITO & GINO’S 570-574-1275

1195

Movers

BestDarnMovers Moving Helpers Call for Free Quote. We make moving easy. BDMhelpers.com 570-852-9243

1204

Painting & Wallpaper

JASON SIMMS PAINTING Interior/Exterior

Free Estimates 21 Yrs. Experience Insured (570) 947-2777

Find homes for your kittens! Place an ad here! 570-829-7130

PLOWING SHOVELING BLOWING SALTING CINDERING CONTRACT PLOWING. EMERGENCY SAME DAY SNOW REMOVAL. 570-823-6000

1327 Waterproofing

BASEMENT WATERPROOFING

Foundation Repairs

Free Estimates

CALL GRI 570-466-4695

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011

TIMES LEADER www.timesleader.com

F U N N I E S

GARFIELD

CLASSIC PEANUTS

STONE SOUP HAGAR THE HORRIBLE

BLONDIE DRABBLE

SALLY FORTH MOTHER GOOSE & GRIMM

BEETLE BAILEY TUNDRA

THATABABY B.C.

FOR BETTER OR FOR WORSE PICKLES

GET FUZZY PARDON MY PLANET

CLOSE TO HOME

ARGYLE SWEATER MARMADUKE

HERMAN