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Spinning faster indeed In an email back around Christmas, a friend told me his son, maybe 12 or 13 years old, said he couldn’t believe it was another Christmas already.

My friend’s response was something like: Tell me about it. Sometimes I think the earth is spinning faster.

No big deal, perhaps, just a cute little quip about the rapid passing of time.

Except for this: my friend is a scientist.

A scientist with a doctorate.

And while I do believe his response to his little boy was more tongue-in-cheek than scientific, I wondered at the time if he wasn’t actually onto something – if the earth isn’t really spinning faster but we humans can’t perceive it. We sense it, as we write 2012 on checks before we got comfortable with 2011, but tend to brush it off, thinking it must be “just us.”

But what if it’s not just us?

If my friend is reading this, the scientist in him surely is

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laughing. And that’s okay. I’m not offended.

But I have to say I cannot stop thinking about his comment.

Even as I write, I have a hard time accepting that the email I’m talking about has already rocketed nearly two months into the past.

And taken Christmas right along with it.

I think about my friend’s comment when I find myself referring to last Sunday’s Super Bowl, only to be corrected that it was actually two Sundays ago.

I think about it when it seems I carry a bag of garbage to the curb every night of the week, instead of just Tuesday.

Or when Friday evening turns into Monday morning with seemingly nothing in between.

I think about it every time I hear someone refer to “1980” and literally have to do the math to convince myself that 1980 was more than 30 years ago. In fact, I just took a mo-

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ment and worked that out with paper and pencil to be sure. I’m not kidding.

I was thinking about my friend’s comment when I heard Whitney Houston had died and all I could picture was my three-year-old little girl in front of the TV at my mom’s house watching Whitney sing “I Want to Dance with Somebody” on a program called “Nick Rocks” on the Nickelodeon network.

Wasn’t that just yesterday that I dressed her in Osh Kosh B’gosh bibbed denims in the morning and allowed her to wear two different colored socks because that’s what she wanted before dropping her off at Grammy’s while I went off to work?

If it was yesterday, then who is that 28-year-old who drove from Austin, Texas, to Los Angeles Saturday to start a new job?

Of course, I know who that is. I just find it incomprehensible.

She’s the big sister of a little

tyke who just caught a pop up for the final out in a tee-ball game with me coaching.

I’m certain I’m supposed to throw his uniform in the wash today and then help him with his homework, except he turned 25 in September and moved from Boulder, Colorado, to Chicago last week, also to take a new job.

The two of them used to be the children of a guy who planned his whole day around them. Suddenly, they’ve become the children of some old man I catch looking at me from the mirror every morning.

I know this guy, whose beard he is about to shave is no longer gray but white, and I feel sorry for him. He never saw any of this coming.

I remember what he was like in the days when the earth spun a lot slower. Summer days of sandlot baseball would go on forever. And even as an adult, he’d go off on a five-mile jog on a country road and while he might be gone only an hour or

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so, out there, alone with his thoughts, time would practically stand still. That guy thought he – and his kids – would be young forever.

Today you might find that same guy still “running,” but now on an apparatus at a gym while watching Sportscenter on an overhead TV monitor and checking his smart phone for email messages, hopefully from his kids.

And when one of those messages is from a friend joking that the earth is spinning faster he latches onto it and convinces himself that must be the problem. After writing this column, I know I have to get a hold of that guy in the mirror and tell him maybe it isn’t the earth that’s spinning faster after all, maybe he is.

I’d better find him soon, though. I’ve heard him say more than once that if the next 20 years go by as fast as the last 20, he’ll soon be an old man in a nursing home. Somebody has to save him from that.

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Memorial bricks to be sold, other fundraising events planned

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Artist's rendition of the proposed memorial for Hometown Heroes to be erected on the grounds of the Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce building.

Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce President Charles Adonizio talks on Monday night about effots for the proposed Hometown Heroes Memorial.

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Adonizio said there was some half-hearted resistance to the

idea centered around the thought that such a memorial is more of a

Al Kridlo, father of Spc. Dale Kridlo, listens to a presentation at the Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce during a planning session for the Hometown Heroes Memorial on Monday night.

civic responsibility than a business one, but three simple words, “Why not us?” sold the idea. The chamber’s standout location on

Kennedy Boulevard was also a selling point.

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Most people who visit the Florida Everglades look for alligators. Charlie Adonizio looked for a chamber of commerce office. Looking for chambers is something Adonizio has done on most of his travels in the eight years he’s been an executive officer of the Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce.

“As we traveled, I stopped at other chambers to see how they did things and what the offices were like. I did this in Vermont, Massachusetts, Colorado, Tucson, Napa Valley and even the Florida Everglades,” he said.

He found that every one of those chamber offices had something the Greater Pittston office does not have – a flag pole flying Old Glory.

Now the president of the local chamber, Adonizio said the lack of a flag pole is an embarrassment for him. In November 2010, on the day of the funeral at St. John the Evangelist Church for Spc. Dale Kridlo who was killed in action in Afghanistan, the city sent out a mass email, asking that flags be lowered to half staff.

“That hit it home poignantly,” said Adonizio, referring to the chamber’s lack of a flag pole.

After the Kridlo funeral, Adonizio thought a lot about the sacrifices of Kridlo and men like him and about the thousands of people who stopped traffic in the city the day of Kridlo’s funeral.

“We’re free to pursue our businesses in our country because of men like him,” Adonizio said.

With that thought in mind, Adonizio decided the chamber should do more than just erect a flag pole. He came up with the idea for a “Hometown Heroes Memorial” to honor three local servicemen and a police officer who died in the line of duty.

Last week, the chamber kicked off a campaign to raise approximately $30,000 for the memorial which will include a 50-foot flag pole, four black polished monuments with affixed brass plates engraved with the likeness and information of the memorialized heroes and a pair of search lights.

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WAR STORIES

German sub encounter still fresh 68 years on Al Stoesser of West Wyoming talks about his WWII experience

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One of the torpedoes fired from German submarine U-515 was on target. It struck the Pan Pennsylvania, one of the largest tankers in the world, on the portside at midship, tearing a hole in the hull. Some of the 140,000 barrels of 80 octane gasoline she carried ignited in a fireball and gigantic plume of black smoke.

Though it happened 68 years ago in April 1944, 93-year-old Al Stoesser has vivid memories of the torpedo attack and the ensuing action involving his ship and the German sub.

Sitting at his kitchen table on Narrow Street in West Wyoming where he has lived for 55 years, Stoesser talked about the Pan Pennsylvania and his other World War II experiences as a $21-a-month Coast Guard quartermaster aboard the Destroyer Escort Joyce (DE-317.)

Stoesser was born and raised in Brooklyn. He enlisted in the Coast Guard on January 9, 1942, a month after the Pearl Harbor attack. “Everybody was getting drafted and joining,” Stoesser said. “I didn’t like the Army; I liked the water so I joined the Coast Guard.”

After quartermaster school in New Jersey, he was sent to Orange, Texas, a shipyard and deep water port on the Gulf of Mexico, where he was assigned to the Joyce, a brand new Navy Destroyer Escort.

“They were considered fast,” Stoesser said of the DEs, which could travel 21 knots, about 23 miles per hour.

“We formed our crew in Texas where the ship was built. We had six Destroyer Escorts. Of course, they had the Navy banner. We were an all Coast Guard crew, but the Navy took over the Coast Guard during the war.”

As quartermaster, Stoesser kept the ship’s log and drove the ship as a relief helmsman. From Texas, the Joyce and the other brand new DEs shipped out on a shakedown cruise - the Navy term for training cruises for new ships - to Guantanamo Bay, Cu-

93-year-old Al Stoesser points to clippings about the action he experienced during World War II. PHOTO BY BILL TARUTIS

ba and Bermuda.

During training, Stoesser had a surprise visitor. “My brotherin-law was on the Navy destroyer Edison. They were training around Guantanamo. He came

aboard our ship. I was having chow and he hit me on the head with his cap. Man, was I surprised to see him there,” he said.

Stoesser’s brother-in-law, George Britto, was married to

Stoesser’s wife’s sister.

After the shakedown, the Joyce was assigned to trans-Atlantic convoy duty. On her first assignment in December o’43, shipping out from Norfolk, Vir-

ginia Stoesser and the Joyce escorted a 100-ship supply convoy to Africa.

“That was a long slow trip to Africa,” Stoesser said. “We ended up in Casablanca. They were having some kind of a holiday there and we had some kind of a special food for that day.”

The Joyce got back to the States from Casablanca on January 31, 1944 and shipped out again as an escort for a fast-moving convoy to Londonderry, Ireland on March 1. That was when things got hairy.

One of the convoy’s DEs, the Leopold, was torpedoed by a German submarine and sunk.

The Joyce, dodging torpedoes and fighting 50-foot waves, rescued 28 Leopold crewmen clinging to life rafts or floating in the waves. Stoesser remembers the horror of the rescue attempt.

“We were a day of so out of Ireland,” he said. “After the sub torpedoed the Leopold, he was still around firing torpedoes at us. We were trying to pick up survivors. The captain heard the sound of a torpedo coming. He had to go full speed ahead to dodge it. Some of those poor guys were probably chopped up.”

The Joyce steamed ahead of the convoy to Londonderry with the 28 survivors. She got back to New York on March 28, and then went out with another convoy on April 15, right into hot action when the Pan Pennsylvania was torpedoed only 200 miles east of New York City.

“We were just starting out,” Stoesser said. “The convoy was still forming when they torpedoed the tanker. They sounded the alarm and we had to go to our assigned stations. I was assigned to the stern, where I was supposed to take over the steering if something happened up on the bridge.”

After the attack, the German sub tried to hide under the burning tanker, but the Joyce found it on sonar while picking up survivors from the Pan Pennsylvania.

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Al Stoesser has this photo of a burial at sea of a German sailor during World War II.

rence ‘Fellie’ Gedrich, an Avoca High graduate, at a danc hall in Brooklyn where she was visiting her sister just before the war.

They married during the war between convoy escort trips.

“After the war, we lived with her sister,” Stoesser said. “Then we got a cold water flat. I worked for American Airlines for five years, then we decided to move up here. We lived with the wife’s mother in Avoca at 902 Main St. Then we bought this home in West Wyoming. That was 55 years ago.”

Stoesser worked as a machinist.

His wife died in 2004. His son, Robert, also a Coast Guard veteran, died last November at 65.

Stoesser has a daughter, Maureen Librick; a granddaughter, Lea and a 2-year-old greatgranddaughter, Gwendolyn.

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gland. Twenty-five crewmen of the Pan Pennsylvania were killed.

The ship later capsized and was bombed and sunk by Allied aircraft two days later.

The Joyce sailed eight more escort trips across the Atlantic, returning form the last one on May 13, 1945, a week after the Germans surrendered.

On June 4, the Joyce was ordered to Hawaii for duty with the Pacific fleet, anticipating an invasion of Japan. On June 23 with quartermaster Stoesser at the helm, she passed through the Panama Canal.

The atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August precluded the need for an invasion. Stoesser mustered out after the bombing decorated with six medals.

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depth charges, which damaged the sub.

“They had to come to the surface. They ran for the deck guns, but they couldn’t do much.”

The Joyce and two other DEs, the Gandy and the Peterson, shelled the sub and the Gandy rammed it. Just 40 minutes after

the Joyce had detected the sub, it sank with most of the crew aboard.

The Joyce rescued 13 Germans who were bobbing in the water, including the skipper, and took them prisoner. One of them died as soon as he was taken aboard the Joyce and, slipped out from under an American flag, he was buried at sea with his sub.

“Our captain was a little new at that,” Stoesser said. “A lot were wondering why he had the

American flag on him.”

The photograph that depicts that burial and the German sub photograph were taken by an officer aboard the Joyce.

Stoesser said one of the Germans admitted how accurate the Joyce’s depth charges were. “He said one of them bounced off the hull before it exploded.”

Crowded with the German prisoners and 31 of the 56 survivors from the Pan Pennsylvania, the Joyce steamed ahead to En-

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Grandson of Exeter’s Castellanis returns from Afghanistan Dennis Ellis reunited with wife, baby daughter and grandparents

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Mia Ellis met her father for the first time in August when she was just 5 months old. Now, she can’t stop saying “Da Da.” This week, the toddler got a chance to see her “Da Da” in person for just the second time since she was born. Dennis Ellis, a corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps, flew home late Wednesday after a yearlong deployment in Afghanistan.

“She has yet to say ‘Mama,’” said Mary Ann Ellis, Mia’s mother, of Dallas.

Four generations of the Ellis family, including his grandparents, Herman and Louise Castellani of Exeter, as well as close friends, were at the WilkesBarre/Scranton International Airport Wednesday night to welcome their favorite military man home.

Sharon Ellis, Dennis’ mother, said her son enlisted when he was 25, shortly after graduating from Wilkes University. She said he always wanted to be a Marine.

“We told him not to do it at first because it wasn’t the best time, with everything that’s going on right now,” she said. “But now we couldn’t be more proud of him.” Corporal Ellis’ father is Dr. Jack Ellis.

Marine corporal Dennis Ellis, of Dallas, is welcomed home Wednesday night by his grandfather, Herman Castellani, and his grandmother, Louise Castellani, both of Exeter, after a year-long tour of active duty in Afghanistan.

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Mary Ann Ellis said she and Dennis, now 27, began dating shortly after he enlisted in the military, but didn’t expect the relationship to get as serious as it did.

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Sharon Castellani Ellis, originally from Exeter, greets her son Dennis as he returns from a tour of duty in Afghanistan.

Ellis was deployed overseas. Father and daughter met for the first time when Corporal Ellis was home on leave in August.

Mary Ann Ellis has two other daughters, 12-year-old Morgan Jenkins and 5-year-old Adriana Pitts.

“Skype is a blessing,” Mary Ann Ellis said. “We were able to talk pretty much every day because he was able to have his laptop.”

Louise Castellani walked around the airport terminal Wednesday night carrying a

brown paper bag containing a salami sandwich “loaded with mustard.”

“My grandson loves these sandwiches,” she said.

Frank Oatridge III, Ellis’ best friend since second grade, got special permission to be at the airport while on duty as an Exeter Borough police officer.

Oatridge, who served in Iraq as a Marine a few years ago, is glad his friend is home safe and with loved ones. “My mother died right before I went to Iraq, and Dennis’ mother is like a second mother to me,” he said.

“They’re like a second family.”

Mary Ann Ellis was worried that her daughter wouldn’t respond to her father when he got off the plane, but amid hugs and kisses from family and friends, baby Mia just kept reaching for her father’s face.

“I did miss my family, especially spending time with my newborn - I missed her birth,” Corporal Ellis said.

Ellis will be in town for two weeks before returning to Camp LeJeune in North Carolina to finish his two years of military service. He’s looking most forward to getting some sleep, eating home-cooked meals and spending time with his family and friends.

Professionals are moving into downtown Pittston offices

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ccoutrements such as streetscape, period lighting, brick crosswalks, vintage signage and retro building facades are fine. But everyone involved in the revitalization effort in Pittston agrees the key to success is attracting people to the city to live and work.

In the past few months, several professionals have, in fact, moved into offices in the city.

Bill Anzalone, Jr., 36, a forensic psychologist, moved from Wilkes-Barre into the Reilly Building, formerly the Dime Bank, last month and he’s glad he made the move.

“The main reason I moved to Pittston,” Anzalone said, “was the revitalization of downtown and how bright and safe it feels in the evenings. And the Dime Bank building was far beyond what my expectations were when I walked in for the first time.

They did a fantastic job and I couldn’t be happier with my office.”

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In Florida, he helped start the first Mental Health Court in the country. When he heard Luzerne County wanted to start a Mental Health Court modeled on the county’s successful Drug Court, he applied and was hired to create a court here.

“The mental health court takes non-violent offenders diagnosed with serious mental illnesses out of county jail into community health programs,” Anzalone said.

He worked for the Luzerne County Mental Health Court from May 2007 to January 2010, and then went into private practice in Wilkes-Barre before the move to Pittston. He still consults for the mental health court.

His wife Jennifer is an attorney for the Social Security Administration.

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graduated from Wyoming Seminary in 1994 and lived and worked in Florida, Anzalone feels connected to Greater Pittston. He lives in Jenkins Township and has deep roots in the Oregon section of Pittston where his grandfathers lived after immigrating from Italy. His father is Atty. Bill Anzalone and his mother is the former Tina Medico.

Anzalone said the Reilly Building and downtown Pittston are great locations. “There’s easy access to a lot of things,” he said.

“I walk to lunch, the bank, the post office. There aren’t many offices in Luzerne County like that. It’s a big convenience.”

Though he’s been downtown only a month, Anzalone has discovered a lot of spots. “I have lunch at the Coffeetable a lot. I love Sabatelle’s. It’s not open for lunch, but I love Palazzo’s, too.”

Pittston’s centrality is another plus for Anzalone. “A lot of my clients are lawyers from WilkesBarre and Scranton,” he said.

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WP Library re-opening Monday at original site The West Pittston Library is re-opening in its original location on Monday, Feb. 20. A mere five months post-flood, the library has moved from its temporary location and is set to re-open the doors of its original location on Warren Street.

Normal hours will be in effect: Monday-Thursday 12-8 p.m., Friday 12-6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

The library lost all of its furniture, half of its books and most of its computers and equipment during the September flood. The library has been completely renovated and re-designed to meet the demands of changing library services and the needs of changing community demographics.

The library has incorporated more computers as well as iPads to meet technological demands.

More seating areas have been added for those who use the library as a place to read, work, study and catch up with friends.

The children’s area has expanded to meet growing reading interests, technological advances and educational programs.

“Though the flood was devastating, it gave us an opportunity to re-imagine and modernize the library. As one patron remarked, it now looks like a cozy living room. With more people working from home, students enrolled in cyber school, patrons signing up for enrichment programs, and people looking for a convenient place to congregate with friends, it is critical for the library to serve as an open, welcoming space to spend an afternoon or evening,” said Library Director Anne Bramblett Barr.

Maria Jiunta Heck, library circulation coordinator, added, “This community has been through a lot. So many families are still displaced as work is being done on their homes. Not only are we providing our neighbors and friends with a community and information center, but we serve as a symbol of the power of a community to come together and move forward after a tremendous set-back.”

The Library is planning a grand re-opening party for Friday, March 9, from 5-8 p.m.

Violinists perform at new Art Seen Gallery

Recently several young violinists from the YOUniversal Suzuki Strings, under the direction of Mary Ann Saylor, performed live on WNEP-Channel 16’s early morning show, Leckey Live. Shown after their performance at the new Art SEEN gallery in Pittston are, from left, first row, Christina Schuler, Sarah Newman, Jared Bozinko, Margaret Mihalick, and Eliana Parra. Second row, Ryan Leckey, host of Leckey Live; and Mary Ann Saylor, director of the YOUniversal Suzuki Strings.

Student teachers Jason Herman and Amy Oliveri, of Pittston, and Brianna Jacobs, of West Wyoming, are currently student teaching as part of the education curriculum at King’s College.

Herman and Oliveri are student teaching at Pittston Area Primary School and Pittston Area Intermediate Center, respectively. Jacobs is student teaching at Wyoming Valley West High School in Kingston.

The supervised student teaching experience is necessary to fulfill King’s degree requirements and to obtain a Pennsylvania Teacher Certificate.

Birthday notes Happy Birthday wishes for Deanna Yonki, of Hughestown, who celebrated her birthday on February 13; Bill Yaple, Hughestown who is celebrating today, Feb. 19; Gary Griglock, of Bear Creek and Elissa Gydish, of Houston, Texas, who will celebrate their special day on February 20; Pat Acierno, of Hughestown, celebrating February 22; Sharon Purdy, Hughestown, celebrating February 24; and Karen Rush, Jenkins Twp. celebrating February 21

Dean’s list Sadie Smiles of Wyoming has been named to the dean’s list for the fall 2011 semester in the College of Communications at Penn State University, University Park. She is a 2009 graduate of Wyoming Area.

Joshua Krall of West Pittston has been named to the dean’s list for the fall 2011 semester at Misericordia University. A 2010 graduate of Wyoming Area, he is majoring in Chemistry and Biology and is also enrolled in the Physical Therapy program.

Danielle Dorosky, of Avoca; Lindsey Karzenoski, of Duryea; and Jenny Lynn Chaump,

of Pittston, have been named to the fall 2011 dean’s list at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Students achieve dean’s list status when they are full-time (12 or more credits) with a grade point average of 3.25 or higher.

Dorosky is majoring in Biology/Pre-Medical, Karzenoski is majoring in Biology/Pre-Medical and Chaump is majoring in Respiratory Care.

Allison Booth, of Dupont, attained a 4.0 grade point average for the fall 2011 semester at West Chester University. A 2008 graduate of Pittson Area High School where she was the valedictorian, she is majoring in English and Secondary Education.

98th annual St. Patrick’s Day event is March 17 at Woodlands

Greater Pittston Friendly Sons of St. Patrick President Patrick Gilligan announced that Joe Long will serve as General Chairman for the 98th annual St. Patrick’s Day Banquet that will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 17, at the Woodlands Inn and Resort, Route 315, Plains.

James (Jim) R. Wills, Jr., Deputy Chief of the consolidated Kingston-Forty Fort Fire Department and a Pittston native, has been named grand marshal.

Avoca native, Richard (Dick) Callahan, the voice of the Oakland A’s baseball team, will return to the Greater Pittston Area as principal speaker.

Long was born April 11, 1964, to the late Joseph F. Long, Sr. and Rosemary Larkin Long of Wilkes-Barre.

He grew up in South WilkesBarre attending St. Aloysius Grade School and was a 1982 graduate of Bishop Hoban High School.

After working for the Luzerne County Clerk of Courts and Deemer’s Office Supplies, Long returned to school and earned his

Center.

While teaching there, Long earned a Masters Degree in Classroom Technology in 2003, and a Masters of Educational Leadership in 2006 from Wilkes University.

In June 2006, he was appointed to the principal’s position at K.M. Smith Elementary School and Nanticoke Area Educational Center in the Greater Nanticoke Area School District and is still currently in that position.

Most recently, Long was named head men’s basketball coach at Luzerne County Community College where his teams qualified for the EPCC Tournament in two of those seasons.

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Prior to that, Long spent 10 years as an assistant at Meyers High School and four years as an assistant at Coughlin High School.

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‘Festa Italiana’ concludes today at Mt. Carmel St. Joseph Marello Parish (Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and St. Rocco’s churches) will continue to celebrate Festa Italiana today, Sunday, Feb. 19, after the 11 a.m.

Mass. at Mt. Carmel Parish Center, William St., Pittston. Italian food will be served until 4:00 p.m.

Everyone is invited. Tickets will be available at the door.

SOUP SALE FRIDAY On Friday, Feb. 24, the Wyoming United Methodist Church, 376 Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming will be selling homemade cream of broccoli soup. The cost is $6 per quart and $3.50 per pint. Pick up from 11a.m. to 1 p.m.

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LENTEN CONCERTS In a 63-year tradition of inspiring prayer and meditation through music, the Catholic Choral Society will present Lenten Concerts on March 4 in Wilkes-Barre and on March 11 in Pittston.

The first concert on March 4 will be held at St. Andrew Parish, 316 Parrish St., WilkesBarre, on Sunday afternoon, at 3 p.m. The pastor of St. Andrew’s Church is Rev. James E. McGahagan while the Permanent Deacon is Francis J. Bradigan Jr. The second concert will be presented at St. John the Evangelist Parish ,35 William Street, Pittston on Sunday, March 11 at 2:30 p.m. The pastor of St. John’s Church is Msgr. John J. Bendik while the assistant pastor is Rev. Richard J. Cirba. The senior priest is Rev. Hugh H. McGroarty and the deacons are James G. Cortegerone and David E. Marx.

Both concerts are open to the public free of charge.

Dr. Thomas Rittenhouse and Brenda Grunza are co-presidents of the Catholic Choral Society. Ann Manganiello is music director of this group while Jean Shields is accompanist.

Further information may be obtained by calling 570-5872753 and also atwww.catholicchoralsociety.org.

Fish dinner on Ash Wednesday Corpus Christi Parish’s Social Concerns Committee is sponsoring an Ash Wednesday Fish Dinner on Wednesday, Feb. 22, at Immaculate Conception Church Hall, 601 Luzerne Avenue, West Pittston.

Adult ticket are $8.00 and child tickets are $3.00.

Adult menu: breaded deep fried haddock, SHROVE TUESDAY DINNER The centuries-old tradition of Shrove Tuesday will be celebrated by Trinity Episcopal Church of West Pittston with a pancake, egg and sausage dinner.

Shrove Tuesday is often known as Pancake Day in the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and parts of the United States because people traditionally used up ingredients like eggs, fat and sugar before starting the Lenten season of fasting in preparation for Easter.

Trinity Episcopal Church will host the dinner from 3:30 to 7 p.m. on February 21in the undercroft of the church at the corner of Montgomery Avenue and Spring Street. The meal includes pancakes, sausage and scrambled eggs, a dessert and beverage and costs $6 for adults and $4 for children ten and under, and takeouts are available. Tickets are available from parishioners or by calling the church office at 6543261.Tickets will also be available at the door while supplies last.

SOUP SALE St. John’s Lutheran Church on Wood Street in Pittston will offer a soup sale from 10 a.m. to noon today, Sunday, Feb. 19. Homemade soups will be sold for pickup only at $7 per quart.

Soup choices are chicken noodle, chili, or Manhattan clam chowder. Call 655-2505 to place your orders by Feb. 12.

PEDIATRIC CLINIC The Care and Concern Pediatric Health Clinic, located in the

baked potato w sour cream, vegetable, coleslaw, soda, coffee, homemade desserts.

Child menu: homemade macaroni & cheese, applesauce, soft drink, dessert.

Serving is from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Take outs are available from 4:00 p.m.

For tickets, call 654-2753.

former Seton Catholic School building on William Street in Pittston, will be open the first and third Thursday of each month.

Free health care is provided for infants through age 11. Registration is from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Participants should bring your child’s immunization records with them. Parents or guardians must be present to have their child examined. All services are free and confidential.

The clinic is sponsored by the Care and Concern ministries of the Parish Community of St. John the Evangelist, Msgr. John Bendik, Pastor. For more information call 855-6035.

PORK AND SAUERKRAUT Saint Andrew Parish, 316 Parrish St., Wilkes-Barre, will hold its annual Kaffee Klatsch Pork and Sauerkraut Dinne today, Sunday, Feb. 19, serving from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Both take outs and served dinners will be available throughout that time period. The tradition of the PreLenten Pork and Sauerkraut Dinner began as a coffee and dessert social before Lent at Saint Boniface Parish in WilkesBarre in 1901 and in the 1940’s became a pork and sauerkraut dinner. The menu includes slow roasted pork roast, mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, green beans with bacon, coffee or tea, and dessert. The event will also include a Bake Sale and a Theme Basket Raffle.

The tradition is being maintained at Saint Andrew parish which is a consolidation of the

former parishes of Saint Boniface, Saint Patrick and Holy Rosary. Tickets, which are $9.00 for adults and $4.50 for children under 12, will be available at the door.

REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF WYOMING VALLEY 1700 Wyoming Avenue, FortyFort Pastor Rev. R.F. Dymond Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Bible School: 11:45 a.m.

Wednesday evening prayer service: 6:30 p.m. every other Wednesday Visitors are welcome. For additional information call 570693-1918 BENNETT PRESBYTERIAN 501 Bennett Street, Luzerne Everyone is welcome. The church is handicap accessible.

BETHEL UNITED METHODIST Main St., Avoca 11:15 a.m. Worship BRICK UNITED METHODIST 905 Foote Ave., Duryea Pastor Michael Shambora Service: Sunday 9:45 a.m.

CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE CHURCH Luzerne Ave. and Parke Street West Pittston Christ’s Community Clothes

Closet will be open from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursdays. The closet will be closed on days that Pittston and Wyoming Area School Districts are closed due to weather or holidays. There are clothes for men, women and children.

This community ministry is open to the public free of charge.

For more information, call 6542500.

CORPUS CHRISTI PARISH 605 Luzerne Ave, West Pittston The Youth Group will attend a hockey game at 7:05 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25 featuring the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins vs. Syracuse.

Cost is $10 for Youth Group members and $12 for guests.

This will be Military Appreciation Night with a Penguins Bobblehead giveaway. For further information, call Mrs. Klepadlo at 430-1470.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. James H. Breese, pastor, Water Street, Pittston Sunday 9:30 a.m. Worship and Praise Service/Children’s Sunday School, Adult/Teen Sunday School immediately following service.

Wednesday 7:15 pm Bible Study FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UCC 500 Luzerne Avenue West Pittston Rev. Joan Mitchell, Pastor Sanctuary is handicapped accessible.

Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m.

Tuesday, 7 p.m. Diaconate Meeting; 7:30 p.m. Church Council Meeting FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 14 Broad Street Pittston Sunday Worship 9:15 a.m. with Rev. William N. Lukesh.

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FIRST UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH West Pittston Rev. James Thyren 654-8121 Feb. 19 – 10 a.m. Sunday School, 11 a.m. Worship, 12:05 p.m. choir rehearsal Feb. 22 – 7 p.m. Ash Wednesday Service at Second Presbyterian Church, Parsonage Street.

Services are being held at St. Cecilia’s Roman Catholic Church, Wyoming Ave., Exeter, as the church recovers from the flood of September 2011. There is parking on Wyoming Avenue and in the lot behind the church.

FULL GOSPEL CHAPEL Avoca Weekly church schedule is: Adult Sunday School, 9:30; Sunday morning worship at 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study and prayer service at 7:00. The church also hosts the Rose of Sharon Church with Rev. Vincente Torres on Sunday afternoon at 3:00 p.m. for the Hispanic community.

Community Movie night will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 21, at 7 p.m. Light refreshments will follow the film.

GLENDALE GOSPEL CHURCH 105 Church Drive Glendale/Pittston Township Sunday Service 10:45 a.m.

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HOLY MOTHER OF SORROWS PNCC 212 Wyoming Avenue, Dupont Rev. Zbigniew Dawid, Pastor Sunday Mass schedule: 8:00 a.m. Traditional Mass; 9:15 a.m.

School of Christian Living (SOCL) and Confirmation Class; 10:30 a.m. Traditional High Mass Daily Mass 9:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday.

Ash Wednesday is on Feb 22.

Lenten Fish Fry Dinner sponsored by our parish YMS of R will be held on Feb. 24 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Dinner includes: fish , fries, vegetable, coleslaw, and dinner roll. Donation is $8.00.

INDEPENDENT BIBLE CHURCH 328 Main Street Duryea, PA 18642 (570) 451-0346 Home/Office JLaCava@TheBibleChurch.org INKERMAN PRESBYTERIAN Main St., Inkerman Services: Sundays, 9 a.m.

LANGCLIFFE PRESBYTERIAN 1001 Main St Avoca Sunday worship 11:15 a.m.

The Langcliffe Church is handicapped accessible. Nursery is provided for children during worship.

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MOOSIC ALLIANCE CHURCH 608 Rocky Glen Road, Moosic Pastor: Doug Jensen 457-6020 maccma2@verizon.net Sunday morning Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 a.m.

Sunday morning Worship at 10:45 a.m.

Prayer meeting, Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.

Celebrate Recovery Ministry, Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.

OBLATES OF ST. JOSEPH Highway 315, Pittston Masses are held daily in the seminary chapel at 7:00 a.m.

(Monday – Friday) and on Saturday mornings at 8:00 a.m.

There are no weekend Masses.

Confessions are heard daily from 9:00 a.m. – noon and from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Office hours are Monday – Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., evenings and weekends by appointment. Office phone number is 654-7542.

Mass is celebrated at 7 p.m. every Wednesday in conjunction with the Novena to St. Joseph & St. Joseph Marello. Novena prayers and the blessing of the first-class relic of St. Joseph Marello, Founder of the Oblates of Saint Joseph Congregation, immediately follow the Mass. All are welcome.

Living the Eucharist for Teens is set for 6 to 7:30 p.m. on February 20, 27, March 5, 12, 19, and 26, (Mondays) at the seminary.

Kathy Yaklic, theology teacher at Holy Cross High School, Dunmore, will be the presenter. The $20 fee includes cost of the workbook. Five or more students

from one parish or school can attend for a total of $75. To register for the above program, call 2072213, ext. 1107.

The province and seminary website will soon be undergoing a complete revamping in the weeks and months ahead. You can follow the changes just by clicking on towww.oblates-stjoseph.com ST. JOSEPH MARELLO PARISH OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL ST. ROCCO’S Pittston Any homebound parishioner who would like to receive Holy Communion, should call the Rectory at 654-6902.

Public and parochial school students in sixth, seventh and eighth grades who belong to St. Joseph Marello Parish will receive the sacrament of Confirmation at 5 p.m. on Friday, April 13 in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. If they have not done so, Confirmation candidates should write a brief letter to Fr. Sibiliano expressing their desire to receive the sacrament and should be working on their report explaining their choice of Saint and name for Confirmation. The report is due February 19. Parents of parochial school students who have not contacted the church and who have not received information regarding Confirmation requirements should call the CCD director, Terrie Audi, at 654-3326 as soon as possible.

Mt. Carmel Senior Choir will hold rehearsal from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Mondays. St. Rocco Senior Choir will resume weekly rehearsals at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays in the choir loft of St. Rocco Church.

The annual Italian Festival concludes today Sunday, Feb. 19 in Mt. Carmel Center. The menu includes pasta/meatball dinner with salad, roll, cake and beverage; tripe, polenta with sausage, porketta sandwiches, hot dog and pizza fritta will also be available while they last.

Raffle ticket prizes: $1,000-1st prize, $500-2nd prize, 3/$100 prizes, and 4/$50 prizes will be available at the door the drawing is Sunday afternoon.

In case of inclement weather, during the evening hours, the parish asks church-goers and neighbors to not park automobiles in the church lot so that snow removal can take place.

St. Joseph Marello Parish Raffle is now underway. Buy your tickets now for a chance to win 2012 Chevrolet Cruz or $20,000 Tickets are $20 each and only 2,000 tickets will be sold. Seller of the winning ticket receives $500. Call Connie Toole-6553681, Frank Sciabacucchi 6556125, Pena Hansen-332-5989, or the rectory office-654-6902.

To rent the Parish Banquet Hall or meeting room call Christine Silinskie, Hall Manager, at 704-8861 for details and/or a tour of the facility.

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Weekday Masses: Monday through Friday at 7:30 & 11:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church.

Every Tuesday after the 7:30 & 11:30 a.m. Mass, Novena prayers to the Miraculous Medal and Mother Cabrini.

Every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m.

Holy Hour at our Lady of Mr. Carmel Church.

Every Wednesday after the 7:30 & 11:30 a.m. Mass, Novena prayers to Saint Joseph and St. Joseph Marello.

Weekend Masses: At Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, on Saturday at 4:00 & 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday at 8:00 & 11:00 a.m.

At St. Rocco Church, on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and on Sunday at 9:30 a.m.

Golf Committee Meeting is scheduled on Monday, Feb. 20, at 6:00 p.m. in the parish center meeting room.

The office will be closed on Monday, Feb. 20. Office hours will resume on Tuesday, February 21, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Father will be available for any emergencies.

Ash Wednesday Masses: 7:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Ashes will be distributed after each Mass Stations of the Cross every Friday during Lent at. Mt. Carmel Church after the 11:30 Mass and at 5:00 p.m. with the Eucharistic Benediction.

At St. Rocco’s Church, Stations of the Cross follow every Friday 11:30 a.m. Mass.

The Fridays of Lent are meatless days. Ash Wednesday and

Good Friday are meatless and fasting days from 18th birthday up to 60.

Operation Rice Bowl: A Lenten program of sacrifice, eat a reduced meal each week, and place the savings in a family “Rice Bowl.” Participate in this program to help people and children who have no food. Containers are at the entrances of the Church.

Practice for the new Altar Servers will be held on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Carmel Church. Any child from third grade up may be an Altar Server.

To serve at the Altar of God is a special privilege that you receive from God. First Penance is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 26, at 1:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church.

Other important dates for the First Communion Class of 2012 are Saturday March 10, First Communion Retreat at the Oblates of St. Joseph Seminary from 12:30--2:30 p.m., and Sunday May 6 First Communion Ceremony at Our Lady of Mt, Carmel Church at 1 p.m.. Practices will be held the week before First Communion with times to be announced.

The Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, June 3. Bishop Joseph Bambera will preside at a 2:30 p.m. Mass in the Cathedral, followed by a reception. The event is designed for 25th and 50th anniversary celebrants, but we can include couples who missed their special year. Cathedral

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OUR LADY OF THE EUCHARIST PARISH 535 N Main Street, Pittston Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m.

Sunday: 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Daily Mass: 8:00 a.m.

Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions): Saturday from 3:30 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. and by appointment Religious Education classes for Grades 1 thru 7 are 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. in the Religious Education Center. Due to the Presidents day Holiday there will be no classes this weekend.

The parish office will be closed on Monday, Feb. 20.

Wednesday is Ash Wednesday.

Ashes will be blessed and distributed at the following times: 8:00 a.m. Mass, noon Service, 4:00 p.m. service, and 7:00 p.m.

Mass Stations of the Cross will be celebrated every Friday in Lent at 7:00 p.m.

Scripture Study continues this week. There are two programs, one on Tuesday mornings from 8:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. and one on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Rehearsals for the Adult Choir will be held on Wednesdays from 7:00-8:00 p.m. Michael Sowa, Director of Music Ministry, invites all current members

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The Adult Choir will sing for the “Road to the Resurrection” Mass on Wednesday, March 7 at 7:00 p.m., as well as the Masses and services during the Easter Triduum. Rehearsals for the Children’s Choir will be held on Thursdays from 6:00-7:00 p.m.

The Children’s Choir will sing for Family Masses throughout the rest of the school year and also for the 10:30 a.m. Mass on Easter Sunday. If you have questions about either the Adult Choir or Children’s Choir, please see Michael after any Mass or call him at 881-2301.

The next meeting for the Pittston Catholic Youth Group will be on Sunday, March 11, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. in the Religious Education Center. All youth of the Greater Pittston Area are invited to participate in the youth group.

The dates, sites and speakers are now in place for Road to Resurrection. The first step on our journey will be on Wednesday, February 29th at St. Maria Goretti, Laflin. Fr. Gerard Shantillo from St. Jude’s, Mountaintop will be the speaker. Wednesday, March 7 will be at Our Lady of the Eucharist with Fr. Joseph Elston, Chaplain, Holy Redeemer High School; Wednesday March 14 will be at Queen of the Apos-

tles, Avoca with Fr. Edward Buchheit, CP from St. Ann’s Monastery; Wednesday, March 21 will be at St. Joseph Marello Parish, Our Lady of Mount Carmel worship site with Fr. Louis Grippe, Most Precious Blood, Hazelton; and the final will be on Wednesday, March 28 that St John the Evangelist with Fr. Philip Altavilla, St. Peter’s Cathedral. All Masses begin at 7:00 p.m. and all are invited to walk this journey together.

Introductory yoga classes will be offered free of charge to determine if there is interest in our area. Please call the parish office at 654-0263 for more information.

Yoga for Absolute Beginners is for learning more about yoga and its benefits. Learn the fundamental poses, the power of deep breathing and how to deeply relax. Class date: March 1. Class time: 7-8:30 pm Total Yoga for Strength and Relaxation offers a comprehensive yoga experience and is ideal for those with some yoga background. Come experience all the ways that yoga strengthens and tones the body as well as its capacity to deeply relax. Class ends with a deep relaxation process. Open to all ages. Class date: March 15. Class time: 7-8:30 pm See FAITH, Page 13

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Gentle Yoga is for seniors designed to increase awareness, flexibility, strength and relaxation. Bring a yoga mat and blanket. No prior experience needed.

Class date: Monday, March 19.

Class time: 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Instructor Biography: Dr. Christine E. Kiesinger has been teaching yoga since the early 1990s. She has taught in Florida, Texas, and Washington D.C. Christine believes that optimal health and well-being are rooted in a state of calm, ease and grace.

Dress comfortably and bring a yoga mat and blanket for all classes.

Children of the parish are invited to meet the Easter Bunny and participate in an Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 31 at 10:00 a.m. Carolyn Moscatelli has volunteered to chair this event.

The new Liturgical Ministry schedule for through April 1 has

been posted on the parish webpage at www.eucharist-pittston.org. You will find links to the Schedule for Liturgical Ministers, weekly bulletins, monthly calendars, upcoming events and additional information.

Check out our parish Facebook page for all the latest information. The address is www.facebook.com/OLEPARISH. Ministry to the Sick and Elderly is on the first Friday of each month Communion is brought to those who are unable to participate in Sunday Mass because of age or health. The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is celebrated with anyone seriously ill, anticipating a serious operation, or quite elderly. Please notify the parish office of anyone desiring these Sacraments, as well as anyone in the hospital or a nursing home.

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SACRED HEART OF JESUS Lackawanna Ave., Dupont The mass schedule for the week is: Monday through Friday at 7 a.m., Saturday at 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. and Sunday at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Also, Wednesday at 7 p.m.

The blessing and signing with ashes will take place during the 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. masses and also during prayer services at noon and 4:00 p.m. If you would like to take ashes to a homebound person, please bring an unused tissue or a small envelope.

Stations of the Cross will be prayed on Fridays at 7 p.m.

CCD classes will be held on Feb. 27. There is no class on Feb. 20 due to the President’s Day holiday.

The CCD Mass takes place today at the 8:30 a.m. mass. Grade 3 will assist Father with the mass. In case of school closing or an early dismissal due to severe weather, the CCD program will be closed for that night. If there is a delay to the start of school classes, CCD will be held as scheduled.

The Holy Name Society 300 Club will begin on March 4. Five weekly prizes will be awarded.

The Choir will meet on Thursday, Feb. 23 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the choir loft. If you would like to join the choir, come to the practice. The Girl Scouts will meet on February 27 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the lower level of the rectory. Bible Study will take place on February 29 at 7 p.m. in the lower level of the rectory. All are invited to attend.

Come and bring your Bible.

The Senior Outreach Committee will meet on Monday, February 27 at 6 p.m. in the lower level

of the rectory. Plans for the annual Health Fair will be discussed.

The Holy Name Society Spring 300 Club will begin on March 4. Five weekly cash prizes will be awarded. Tickets are $10.00 each and are available from any member or by calling the rectory.

Help is needed to make the pierogi. Please consider coming and helping with any of the following jobs.

Peel potatoes (Sunday thru Tuesday 8:30 a.m.)

Cooking and mashing potatoes (Sunday thru Wednesday 6:15 a.m.)

Making and cutting dough (Sunday thru Wednesday 7:30 a.m. until 3 p.m.)

Rolling balls and pinching (Sunday 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. and Monday thru Wednesday 8 a.m. until 3 p.m.)

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A call for war Veterans

DOWNTOWN SHAPING UP

Passersby get a kick out of Main St. mule

Check out the story today on page four about 93-year-old World War II Veteran Al Stoesser. It’s a tale we felt almost duty bound to tell and we hope to tell similar ones in the future Hopefully, Al Stoesser’s story will be the first story in what will become a series we are calling simply “War Stories.”

That’s where we need your help. While we are especially interested World War II vets, we want to hear from veterans who engaged in action in other wars from Korea to Vietnam and Iraq to Afghanistan.

We wonder if there are veterans out there of lesser known campaigns such as the 1983 invasion of Grenada by 8,000 U. S. Marines or the 1989 invasion of Panama which involved 27,000 American forces.

If you are or know of a veteran who has a war story he or she wants to tell please call Jack Smiles at 570-602-0178 or email him at jsmiles@psdispatch.com.

A worthy project While we’re thinking about veterans we call your attention to page three today and a story about the project the Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce is undertaking to memorialize veterans who can’t tell their stories.

The chamber wants to build a memorial with monuments to three local servicemen and one state trooper who were killed in action. The estimated cost of the project is $30,000.

Some fund raisers are planned, but donations will certainly help.

For more information about the memorial and donating, call the chamber at 6551424 or email info@pittstonchamber.org.

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Pittston is hot Tony the Tomato mule is a perfect symbol of the Pittston downtown revitalization.

We say that because the people who made the revitalization work were stubborn about it. There were setbacks and delays, but like a mule carrying a pack over a mountain, they kept putting one hoof in front of another.

If you haven’t seen the new Pittston, do yourself a favor and take a ride on South Main, especially at night.

Better yet, stop.

By Melanie Socash

Dispatch Intern

Main Street in Pittston may be almost unrecognizable to someone who hasn’t seen it in months.

The city has undergone a makeover, complete with new light fixtures, sidewalks and businesses. Buildings have been demolished, making way for new residences, storefronts and parking lots.

Much of the remodeling is now finished on Main Street and residents and city officials alike are proud of the downtown area. Along with the changes made, the city acquired a touch of flare that gained permanent residency.

Pittston now has its very own pet mule located in front of First Liberty Bank on Main Street.

The city’s pro bono Main Street Manager Rose Randazzo had an opportunity to enhance the landscape of the area when the parking lot of the bank was being repaved. In an effort to encourage people to display all forms of art throughout the downtown area, Randazzo had the mule permanently secured to a concrete base in front of the building. To ensure the safety of the mule, security cameras were arranged. Lush landscaping will be installed during spring.

“It works with the revitalization of Pittston,” said Randazzo.

The mule was originally part of the Miles of Mules project created by the Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor in order to, according to Bucks County’s community website, buckscountyalive.com, “celebrate the history and beauty of Luzerne, Carbon, Lehigh, Northampton and Bucks counties.”

The mule model was chosen to represent the animals once depended on by the former anthracite coal mining industry of Pennsylvania. Anthracite coal was first mined in the region, and mules provided the locomotive power to transport the coal through mines and canal systems.

Miles of Mules expanded in Luzerne County through the Cultural Council in July of 2002, and nearly 200 mules were painted and located throughout the region.

Artist and Pittston native Angela DeMuro created the design of the Main Street attraction, recently renamed “Tony the Tomato Mule,” which was originally sponsored by the Pittston Tomato Festival.

“The mule looks great,” says DeMuro. “What Pittston is doing is awesome.”

Lori Nocito, chairperson of the Pittston Tomato Festival, is also satisfied with the permanent location of the mule, which was displayed at the Tomato Festival for many years.

“The Tomato Festival Committee is glad that it has found a prominent year-round home,” Nocito said of the mule. “Downtown Pittston looks fabulous and we are very proud of our city.”

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the first mules painted for the Miles of Mules project, Bucks County’s community website is encouraging people to make an effort to locate the mules, photograph them and submit pictures.

“We are interested in finding as many mules as we can, no matter where they are located,” explains Jack Mikula of buckscountyalive.com. “We’d love to have more entered.”

All mules found so far can be seen at buckscountyalive.com/ mules.

Once upon a time I’ve finally cracked the code to the mystery of historic misperceptions about motherhood. The whole mess began with Mother Goose, who’s been spewing unbecoming images of mothers since 1916!

Even the illustrations make all the women look like Willard Scott in a bonnet!

But the nursery rhymes themselves portray mothers (and females in general) as consistently ugly and mindless.

For example, take Miss Muffet – she’s such a scaredy cat. A little spider prompted her to run for the hills?

Please.

Way to portray the female character as strong and fearless. Miss Muffet would never survive on Survivor, I guarantee.

And the Mother of all Goose tales: Mother Hubbard.

This poor sap was obviously senile and her dog wasn’t far behind. In the end, I surmised, Old Mother Hubbard is on some psychogenic medication and her dog isn’t really a canine at all, but her husband. I know this because throughout the rhyme she is waiting on him, paw and tail trying to please him with everything from beer to tripe! The last line intimates that she is indeed, his servant and his response for all she’s done for him is a paltry “bow wow”, which I take to mean “make me a steak and iron my shirts.”

The point is – if Old Mother Hubbard is a servant to her dog/husband…how far is Mary Mary Quite Contrary going in life?

Jack Sprat and His Wife? Just bizarre all the way around. Licking plates and all that strangeness….they both need counseling. Why isn’t a male Mother Goose character ever contrary, or fat or dense or weak or ugly in these rhymes? Except for Jack Be Nimble. Something disturbing about a man jumping continuously to and fro over a candlestick. And … is this the same Jack who led poor Jill up that damn hill? In the usual Mother Goose mold, she was following blindly behind the male and tumbled down!

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The men in nursery rhymes are idiotic … but the women are just inept.

This imbalance of the sexes is not restricted to Madame Goose.

Take a look at our most popular tales. Every princess is skinny and stunning, with flawless skin and perfect teeth. I’m not saying they’re the brain trust – because really, if they were thinking princesses they wouldn’t wait for that omnipresent prince to solve everything with one slimy kiss. But, how come the prototypical damsels – Cinderella, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty – are not intelligent and dynamic mothers? The only maternal figure we see is Cinderella’s stepmother who is just evil and crazy. Or poor Hansel and Gretel’s stepmother – and we all know how that breadcrumb debacle panned out. Lots of post traumatic stress disorder after that trip through the forest.

These rhymes and fairy tales are the nail in the proverbial coffin for setting-up our daughters and sons to view females as dimwits. I realize it’s fantasy. But I’d like a nursery rhyme to just once portray a mother who is interesting and intellectual and doesn’t require a flipping kiss from a handsome prince before she’s able to make coffee in the morning and lick an envelope. The one who would lead Jack up the hill, make him get the stupid water, bring it back down, boil it and make chicken soup while she gets a pedicure.

So, while little Jack Horner sits in his corner, I can only assume his mother is elsewhere, trying to figure out a way to release her friend, Peter Peter Pumpkin Eater’s wife, from the pumpkin shell, where she sits in punishment for reasons probably stemming from undercooked pickled peppers obtained from Peter Piper.

And, I just hope that old woman in the shoe figures out that she’s eligible for low income housing.

Where’s the father anyway?

Don’t tell me – singing a song of sixpence in some bar? Apparently he’s not sending any money home to the wife and kids … they live in a loafer for God’s sake!

How functional. Maybe this is real life after all.

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Urges participation in 40 Days of Life campaign ance, to seek God’s favor to turn hearts and minds from a culture of death to a culture of life, thus bringing an end to abortion in America. Please begin Lent on February 22 by praying the rosary on the sidewalk of Planned Parenthood.

40 Days for Life also begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on April 1.

40 days for life is a community-based campaign that draws attention to the evil of abortion through the use of: prayer and fasting, constant vigil and community outreach Ada Magni West Wyoming

Mary R. Ehret, MS, RD, LDN Penn State Cooperative Extension

Make family meals a tradition The fast pace of our busy lives causes us to short change ourselves in many areas. One is the old fashioned family sit down meal. This Presidents Day weekend, you might find that you have a few moments to plan and make a family meal.

Years ago, being together for the evening meal was both a tradition and expectation of families. Today, families are busy participating in extracurricular activities and find that sitting down together for a meal is often impossible.

Studies show that most people eat more balanced meals and a wider variety of foods when they eat with family or friends.

Children learn social skills from watching and listening to their parents.

It is also a time to share positive things that happened during the day. It’s best to postpone negative conversation about behavior until another time away from the table.

Keep meals simple and easy.

Simple foods served with love and laughter will outshine gourmet meals almost any time.

So it’s not the time to serve a three course meal yielding a lot of pots and pans.

Try to eliminate interruptions and distractions as much as possible.

If you are used to eating with the television on, try turning it off.

If the cell phone rings or a text comes in, use an answering machine or voice mail to take calls while you’re eating.

Get everyone involved in meals.

Preplanning the meals gives an opportunity for each person to take a role. They might take part in choosing one of the foods, setting the table, making a salad, or cleaning up.

The skills your children will learn are priceless.

Food preparation, teamwork and cooperation skills are life skills that can come from the home.

Getting your family together to share a meal may seem like a difficult task, but the benefits of eating together make family mealtime a tradition worth pursuing.

Try it this President’s Day holiday. Here is a healthy version of a favorite dessert to try.

Cherry Pudding

1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup margarine 2 tsp baking powder 1 egg 2 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour1 cup skim milk 1 cup canned cherries, drained Cream together sugar & margarine, add egg and beat well.

Alternately add flour & baking powder with milk. Blend well, stir in cherries.

Pour batter into a greased 9inch baking dish.

Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes, or until lightly browned.

If you would like to read more about the importance of family mealtime, click on the link to download a pdf file at http:// pubs.cas.psu.edu/freepubs/pdfs/uk082.pdf, or call our office at 8251701 and request your copy of “Family Mealtime.”

Mary R. Ehret, M.S., R.D., L.D.N., is with Penn State Cooperative Extension, Luzerne County, 16 Luzerne Ave., West Pittston, Pa., 18643.

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The 40 Days for Life campaign will take place at Planned Parenthood in Wilkes-Barre at 63 N. Franklin St Planned Parenthood is the largest provider of abortions in the country. Monday thru Friday we will pray 5 decades of the rosary at 9:00 am for an end to abortion.

This is a peaceful approach to showing others the consequences of abortion in their own neighborhoods. It puts into action a desire to cooperate with God in the carrying out of His plan for the end to abortion in America.

Come witness for life with the purpose of repent-

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Cooking and cooling pierogies (Sunday thru Wednesday 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.)

Packing orders (Sunday thru Wednesday 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.)

Refilling pots with water and potatoes for next day (Saturday thru Tuesday 2 p.m. until 4 p.m.)

Clean up (Sunday thru Wednesday 2 p.m. until 4 p.m.)

ST. BARBARA PARISH 28 Memorial Avenue, Exeter Office Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Evenings, by appointment.

Phone: 654-2103 The Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, June 3. Bishop Joseph Bambera will preside at a 2:30 p.m. Mass in the Cathedral, followed by a reception. Please note the event is designed for 25th and 50th anniversary celebrants, but couples who missed their special year can be included. Cathedral seating will be reserved for the anniversary couples. Please call the Rectory at

654-2103 to make your reservation.

Ash Wednesday Masses: 7:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 7:00 p.m.

Ashes will be distributed after each Mass, and also at a special service at 3:30 p.m.

The Christian Women’s Organization thanks everyone who baked, donated, or helped in anyway to make our recent bake sale a success. Also thank Mariano Fanelli for generously supplying the girls with lunch.

The Golden Age Club will meet on Thursday, Feb. 23 at1:30 p.m. at the Parish center. Hostesses are: Susan Begliomini, Theresa Blasavage, and Carol Burns.

The follow up meeting for the Parish Council and Picnic Planning Meeting will be held on Thursday, March 1 at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Center. It was originally scheduled for Feb. 23.

The monthly Mass honoring all married couples celebrating their wedding anniversary during the month of February will be held on Tuesday night, February 28 at 7:00 p.m.

Lenten Program: A Biblical Walk through the Mass: a series designed to bring Catholics closer to God will be held at St. An-

thony’s Hall of St. Barbara’s Parish hosted by Fr. Phil, Rocco Yanora, Barbara Russo and Ray Pasavage during Lent on Wed. evenings beginning Feb. 29 thru March 28.

ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST PARISH COMMUNITY 35 William Street Phone: 654-0053 Pittston Baptismal Instruction will begin 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 10 in the parish center.

Bereavement Support Group will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Feb. 21 and continue every Tuesday evening in the parish center dining room. For more information call the parish office at 6540053.

Applications for Holy Name Scholarship are in the parish center.

The Parish office will be closed Monday, Feb. 20 for President’s Day and will reopen at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 21.

The Ethnic Heritage Dinner will be held on Sunday, March 18 Holy Name Society will meet Sunday, March 4 at 11 a.m. in Seton Catholic auditorium.

The Greater Pittston Food Pantry is sponsored by the Care and Concern Committee of St. John the Evangelist Parish. Anyone in need of food is asked to call 654-9923. Distribution of food is by appointment only.

The Free Health Clinic is open at 5:30 p.m. every Wednesday in the former Seton Catholic High School, and on first come first serve basis.

Pediatric Health Clinic is open on the first and third Thursday of the month. Registration is held in the Seton building from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Bring your child’s immunizations records.

Greater Pittston Kids Closet is open Wednesday from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. The Closet accepts donations new and gently used. For information call the parish office.

ST JOHN’S LUTHERAN 9 Wood St., Pittston Pastor John Castellani Organist Marcia Colleran Service begins at 9:30 a.m. Today is a Communion Sunday, the Seventh Sunday in Epiphany.

Lay Reader is Michelle Cherney and Acolyte Justin Lazanowicz.

There will be a soup sale from 10 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Feb. 19. Homemade soups will be sold for pick up only at $7 per quart. Choices will be chicken noodle, chili or clam chowder.

Orders must be made by today, Feb. 12.

For more information, call 655-2505 or e-mail stjohnspittston@verizon.com Please keep in your Prayer list military personnel and their families: Nancy Dymond, Hackett, Emalee Kachurka, Donna Miscavage, Bobby Drummond, Leonard Peterson, Gene Rooney, Charles Barone, Joe Dennis, Mike and Jody Farrell and Barb Mizenko, Ray Morgan and Patricia Colleran; also shut ins: Mary Agnes Mangle, Ted Burke, Donna Capobianco, Elaine Proietto ,Donna Bobbouine and Gladys Bowman.

The newest Acolytes to serve here at St. John’s: Richard Drummond, Trisha Renna, Justin Lazanowicz, Sarah Ciesla, Emily Goyne, Brett Rooney along with the veterans Brooke Cherney, Justin Peterson, Marissa Faccipointi, Shelby Rinaldi and Katie Colleran.

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Ash Wedneday Acolyte is Sarah Ciesla service is at 7 p.m.

If you would like to join this Church Family call 655-2505 or e-mail stjohnspittston@verizon.com ST. JOHN’S P.M. CHURCH 316 Main St., Avoca Sunday Service 10:00 a.m.

Tuesday Bible Study 6:007:30 p.m.

ST. MARIA GORETTI Laflin Road, Laflin, PA. 18702 42redwood@comcast.net www.stmariagoretti-laflin.org The road to resurrection will start at St. Maria Goretti’s Church on Feb. 29 at 7 p.m.

The speaker is Father Jerry Shantillo from St. Jude’s Mountaintop. A small reception will follow.

A homemade pasta and sau-

sage dinner will be offered on Sunday, March 4, noon to 5 p.m., with takeouts noon to 4 p.m.

(Take-out containers will be provided). Children 5 yrs. and under eat free - “Eat-In Only”. Price for all others is $9.00.

Ash Wednesday is Feb. 22.

There will bet two Masses on Ash Wednesday (8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.) with the distribution of ashes. Ashes will also be distributed at noon following a short Liturgy of the Word.

The first meeting of the participants in the Saint Maria Goretti Talent Show to be performed on April 22 is on Sunday, Feb. 26, at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Center.

This is a popular parish event which will be directed by Peggy Sosnak assisted by Frank Magdalinski and Jennifer Johnson.

Contact the rectory if you would like to be in the show. There will be live and lip sync performances. The performance is free and refreshments will be served by the Social Committee.

The St. Maria Goretti Adult Choir has resumed rehearsals.

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Lenten Devotions on Friday at 7:00 p.m. Bitter Lamentations.

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Mass schedule: Saturday 4:30 p.m. Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Weekdays 8:00 a.m.

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SAINT MONICA’S CHURCH 363 West 8th Street, West Wyoming, PA 18644 Office Hours - 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mon. – Fri. Phone: 570-693-1991 Email: olos363@verizon.net website: www.stmonicanepa.com.

Father Leo J. McKernan, Pastor Mr. William Jenkins, Deacon Mass Schedule: Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m.

OLOS. Sunday: 8:30 a.m. STJ; 11:00 a.m. OLOS Daily Mass at OLOS Mon-Tues-Fri: 7 a.m. (Please note: no Wed. a.m. Mass); Thurs: 7 p.m. followed with Bible Study & Night Prayer. Bible Study has resumed and all are welcome.

Beginning the week after Easter on Thursday, April 12, and continuing thru the Thursday before Pentecost, May 24, St. Monica’s Parish will be teaching a seminar entitled, “Life in the Spirit.”

Each Thursday after the 7:00 p.m. Mass, there will be a teaching on the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. For more in-

formation call Fr. McKernan at 693-1991 or email at monicaww@verizon.net. Registration is necessary in order to know how to prepare for the seminar.

During Lent on Wednesday Evenings sponsored by St. Barbara’s and St. Monica’s Parishes, there will be a series of talks designed to bring Catholics closer to God thru a more profound experience of this central mystery of our Faith. Father Phil Massetti, O.S.J. Rocco Yanora, Barbara Russo and Ray Pasavage will host it. The series begin Wednesday, Feb. 29 thru March 28 at 7:00 p.m.

St. Monica Parish Men’s Group Retreat: This weekend retreat will be held on the weekend of June 1-3, at Mount Saviour Monastery located between Elmira and Corning, New York. To learn more about the Monks and the Monastery, go to www.msaviour.org. For information about the retreat or to make reservations contact Father McKernan at 693-1991 or email at monica.ww@verizon.net. You may contact Joe Lisewski at 6933366 (home) or his cell at 4666099. His email is joelisewski@aol.com. Group size is limited and reservations will be on a first-come basis.

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as anyone interested in preparing to become a Catholic. Call the Rectory (693-1991) and speak to Father McKernan. These classes are held on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. on the back porch of the Rectory.

SAINT PETER’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 100 Rock Street, Hughestown Stpeters_elc@yahoo.com 654-1009 Confirmation Class - 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

Communion Wed. Feb. 26, 7:00 p.m. Ash Wednesday Service QUEEN OF THE APOSTLES PARISH 715 Hawthorne St. (570) 457-3412 stmarysavoca@verizon.net www.stmaryavoca.4lpi.com Queen of the Apostles Parish will have a “Night at the Races” Saturday, Feb. 25 in St. Mary’s School auditorium, 742 Spring St. The doors will open at 6 p.m., and the races will begin at 7 p.m.

Admission is $5 which includes dinner, soda, and coffee. This is a B.Y.O.B. event. Horses are $10 each. Racing forms can be ob-

tained at the church, 715 Hawthorne St., following the 8, 9:30, and 11 a.m. Masses today; by calling the rectory at 457-3412; or at the event. The sponsor of the winning horse will win $50 and does not need to be present to win.

The parish extends a special thank you to Joe Malosh of That Guy with the Dough, Moosic, for supporting their parish fundraiser. With this fundraiser, advertisers are invited to place their businesses’ flyer in the parish bulletin for a nominal fee. For more information, please call the parish office at 457-3412.

Congratulations to the following children from our parish who received the Sacrament of First Penance yesterday: Darren Brojakowski, Brooke Casey, Cole Ferranti, Kacie Lee Fisk, Michael Fuller, Ryan Hoover, Molly Houston, Nicholas Kwiatkowski, Joseph Lavelle, John McAdarra, Mia Nardone, Katelee O’Brien, Graziz Saporito, Saige Stempien, Gino Triboski, and David Vito.

Queen of the Apostles Parish will have Ash Wednesday services February 22 at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St., at the following times: 9 a.m., noon, and 7 p.m. – Mass and disSee FAITH, Page 19

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Class being formed: Children 5 years and over will be accepted for the class. Registration forms may be obtained from the CCD Office, Parish Office or on the table in the Hall or at the back of the Church at St. Joseph’s site.

For more information, please call Elaine Kelley at 693-1521.

Adult CCD Class: This class is for an Adult that may be mentally challenged but so capable of loving the Lord. During the Lenten Season classes will be held under the direction of Debbie Koss. If you wish to register a family member, please call Debbie at 693-2958 or Mrs. Kelly, CCD Coordinator at 693-1521 for more information and to register. Anyone wishing to volunteer with these classes is encouraged to do so.

H.S. Theology Group will meet in the Rectory with Father McKernan at 9:45 a.m. every Sunday. This new program offers Teens the opportunity to learn more about the Catholic Faith as it relates to important issues of today.

Registration is on going so if you want to attend, call Father McKernan at 693-1991.

R.C.I.A. – The Rite of Christian Initiation (Education) for Adults: This program is for anyone interested in learning more about their Catholic Faith as well

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tribution of ashes; 5 p.m. – distribution of ashes only.

The parishioners invite the community to pray the Stations of the Cross with them every Friday during Lent at 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. The parish youth group will meet Sunday, Feb. 26 at 6:30 p.m. in St. Mary’s School, 742 Spring St. This meeting will include the January and February birthday celebrations. New members are always welcome.

For more information, please call Lori Ostrowski at 457-8840.

Several Protestant and Catholic churches in Avoca, Duryea, Old Forge, and Moosic will have ecumenical services Tuesdays at 7 p.m. throughout Lent. The first service is Tuesday, Feb. 28 at the Full Gospel Church, 1113 Main St., Avoca, where the Rev. Rich Rock, pastor of St. John’s Primitive Methodist Church, will be the speaker.

Due to the Pittston Deanery’s Road to Resurrection Lenten Masses each Wednesday during Lent, Queen of the Apostles Parish will not have their normally scheduled Wednesday evening parish liturgy. They will have one at 8 a.m. instead.

The parish will have a Lenten food sale Friday, March 9. The sale includes tuna hoagies, with or without onions; homemade Manhattan clam chowder; and haluski. Hoagies are a $1.50 for a small and $3 for a large. The clam chowder is $1.50 per cup and $6 per quart. And, the haluski is $3. To place an order, please call Arlene at 346-8060, Jeanette

at 457-7804, Kay at 457-8470, or the rectory at 457-3412 by March 7. Orders over $20 will be delivered. Orders under $20 can be picked up at SS. Peter and Paul’s Church, 1000 Main St., between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.

The parish has gone green!

Any person who would like to drop off aluminum cans may place them in a container in the empty bay of St. Mary’s Rectory garage which will be open on the weekend during Mass times: Saturday at 4 p.m. and Sunday at 8, 10, and 11 a.m. To have your cans picked up, please call Jason at 351-5062.

Anyone interested in renting St. Mary’s School for child care, parties, or other activities call the rectory at 457-3412.

Daily Masses: 8 a.m.

(Wednesday at 7 p.m.)

Eucharistic Adoration: Tuesdays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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

Mass Weekends Masses: Saturday at 4 p.m.; Sunday at 8, 9:30, 11 a.m.

Confession: Saturdays 3-3:45 p.m.; anytime upon request by calling 457-3412.

Prayer Chain: 457-5867 SECOND PRESBYTERIAN 143 Parsonage St., Pittston Feb 19 - 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, 11 a.m. Worship Feb. 21 – 7 p.m. AA meeting Feb. 22 – 7 p.m. Ash Wednesday Service TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH Spring Street and Montgomery Avenue, West Pittston Parish Mission: “To live and build holy community.”

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may “shop” for necessities like clothing, shoes, toiletries in a store-like setting in the church’s refurbished basement of donated items.

The Woman of Trinity has supported this ministry by delivering donations of clothing, new undergarments and socks and toiletries to the Scranton church.

WOT will continue to collect trial size and hotel toiletries and invites the parish community to join with them in helping the less fortunate.

Donations of trial size and sample size toiletries are welcome.

Party and Banquet Space.

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Reservations at 654-3261.

Music Together Classes: Fun and music for infants and children through age five accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Next semester starts in late March.

Visit www.musictogether.com for details or call 654-3261.

Annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake, Egg & Sausage Dinner will be held February 21 from 3:30 to 7 p.m.

Seating and takeouts available.

Dinners include pancakes, eggs, sausage, beverage and dessert. tickets are $6 for adults and $4 for children 10 and under.

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UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Broad & Church Sts. Rev. Dr. Michael Turner Wednesday, Feb. 22 - Ash Wednesday service at 7 p.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Holy Communion: 1st Sunday each month Choir Rehearsal: Thursdays at 7 p.m. unless told otherwise United Methodist Women: 2nd Monday unless told otherwise Websitewww.umcpittston.org Phone 655-4340

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All welcome: Worldwide Anglican Communion: “We believe in one holy, Catholic apostolic church.” Web of information and links atwww.trinityepiscopalchurchwestpittston.organdwww.diobeth.org.

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

Ash Wednesday Holy Eucharist with distribution of ashes begins at 5:15 p.m.

Food Pantry: February items needed are Gerrity’s gift cards, cash donations and pasta and sauce Prayernetwork: Open To Public. Daily prayer for those with needs requesting prayerful support. Start Prayernetwork at parish office 654-3261.

Youth Program:10:45 a.m. every Sunday. Weekday special events and service projects as announced.

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

Parish Life Events Team: Bimonthly first Sundays.

Parish Council: Every second Sunday.

Women of Trinity: Every third Sunday.

WOT Ministry Invitation. The Women of Trinity have undertaken a ministry to help support Good Shepherd Episcopal Church of Scranton in their outreach to the homeless of the region.

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Now we want to recognize each of them by name.

The Dispatch will publish the names of Greater Pittston residents who incurred flood damage to their homes during the September, 2011 flood in a special tribute in the March 18 issue.

We ask those who were flooded and wish to be included in the list to send your names to the Dispatch, so that we can give you proper recognition. The deadline to submit names has been extended to Feb. 28.

Names can be emailed to the Sunday Dispatch to jminsavage@psdispatch.com or mailed or dropped off to the newspaper at 109 New St., Pittston, PA 19840. If it is more convenient, feel free to call Judy Minsavage at 602-0168.

Send names exactly how you wish them to appear. Feel free to mention everyone in a family if you desire.

Food giveaway

The monthly food distribution sponsored by the Dupont Lions Club will be held at Holy Mothers of Sorrows Church Hall, Wyoming Ave. Thursday, Feb. 23, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Lithuanian Women

The Lithuanian Women’s Club of Wyoming Valley will meet at1 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 28 at Boscov’s, Wilkes-Barre. Lunch will be at noon with business meeting chaired by President Martha Warnagiris.

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will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 20 at the Hughestown Hose Company. President Steve Golya will preside.

Hughestown Sports Club

The Hughestown Sports Club will meet at 2:30 p.m. today, Feb. 19, at Granteed’s Tavern, 247 Parsonage St., Hughestown.

PA Class of 1977

The Pittston Area class of 1977 will meet Saturday, Feb. 25 at the Knights of Columbus on Main Street Pittston to plan for a 25th reunion.

TRX Training at Y

The Greater Pittston YMCA is offering group TRX Training beginning February 21.

The class is taught by Wellness and Sports Director Mike Labagh, who is among the first to be certified in the Wyoming Valley.

“This is a whole new way to look at personal training,” said Labagh. “TRX training is intense and offers a full body workout.”

The TRX training method uses suspension straps which leverage gravity. Individuals perform hundreds of exercises with the straps using their own body weight to develop strength, balance, core stability and flexibility.

The training program was developed by the Navy Seals.

Labagh will be heading up the TRX Training course at the Pittston YMCA. The course runs from Feb. 21 to March 22 on Tuesday and Thursdays from7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Cost is $75 for members and $100 nonmembers.

For more information or to register call the Greater Pittston YMCA at 570-655-2255 ext.

107 or visit the YMCA online at www.greaterpittstonymca.org.

Polish Women’s Alliance

The Polish Women’s Alliance of America, Council 40 and 44 will hold is annual Bal Polonaise on Saturday, Apr. 14. Young women will be formally presented to family and friends and will perform the Polonaise, the national dance of Poland. Any young woman interested in participating should contact Bernadine Regis at 693-2293 or Bernadine Borinski 779-4337.

A meeting of the Women’s Al-

liance is scheduled for 2 p.m. today, Feb. 19 at the Iron Skillet Restaurant, Dupont. All proceeds of Bal Polonaise benefit the scholarship funds of Council 40 and 44.

Pittston Hospital Nurses

The 1982 class of the Pittston Hospital School of Nursing is planning a 30th class reunion for the fall of 2012. Members of this graduating class are asked to contact either Ted Kross or Janet Kelly (Endres) to gather contact information and help plan event.

Ted can be reached through email at tedandgina9@comcast.net or 570-655-4952. Janet can be contacted through e-mail at janetakelly@aol.com or 570693-4165.

Volunteer Villages

The Presbytery of Lackawanna will open two Volunteer Villages in March to coordinate flood recovery and to host visit-

ing and local volunteers. The volunteer centers, sponsored by churches across the presbytery’s seven counties and by Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, will open at First Presbyterian Church of Towanda and at the Wyoming Institute at Wyoming Presbyterian Church on March 4.

Continuing the Presbytery’s fall 2011 efforts, Volunteer Villages are established to provide space for meeting, fundraising, housing and coordination of both local and visiting volunteer work.

Homeowners who need assistance are urged to contact the presbytery office for referral to the work-site committee as soon as possible. Volunteers wishing to use either volunteer center or join a work-site team should call the presbytery office for contact information.

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‘Snow White’ at OFHS

Scranton Public Theatre and the Old Forge High School Drama Club will present “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25 at the Old Forge High School auditorium.. Proceeds will benefit the Old Forge Drama Club.

All tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door beginning at 12:30 p.m. the day of the performance. The play will star professional actress Agnes Cummings as the Evil Queen along with a cast and crew of students from Old Forge High School.

Pasta dinner

The Wyoming Area Drama Parents Association will hold a pasta dinner from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday, March 4 in the

Wyoming Area Secondary Center Cafeteria. Takeouts will also be available.

Tickets are $8 and available through any drama parent or at the door. Tickets can also be obtained by contacting Donna at 357-3303.

Softball teams

Hughestown Girls’ League softball teams will hold registration at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 29 in the borough building, 42 Center St. Girls between the ages of 7 and 14 from Hughestown and outlying areas are eligible to sign up. For information, call Dave 709-5727 or Joanne 313-0321.

Roast beef dinner

Dog licenses

A roast beef dinner will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 29 at the Northmoreland Twp. Vol. Fire Co. Centermoreland. Cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children under 12 years of age. Tickets will be available at the door. Takeouts will be available.

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture announced that application for 2012 dog licenses are available by contacting the county treasurer’s office, 200 N. River St,, Wilkes-Barre, or by calling 825-1780.

Applications only are also available at the local S.P.C.A. and at the Sunday Dispatch office.

Annual license fees for dogs spayed or neutered is $6.45, not spayed or neutered $8.45.

Senior citizens 65 years of age and older or persons with a disability pay $4.45 for a spayed or neutered animal and $6.45 for a non-spayed or non-neutered animal.

All dogs 3 months of age or older are required by Pennsylvania law to have a current license.

Failure to do so may result in fine up to $300.

Volunteer Fair

The National Park Service staff at the Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton is holding a Volunteer Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today, Feb. 19. The fair is intended to recruit and introduce interested people to volunteer jobs in Steamtown’s Interpretive Division.

Bingo on Mondays

Bingo will be held on Monday, Feb. 20 at the Northmoreland Township Volunteer Fire Hall in Centermoreland.

Doors open at 5 p.m. and early bird games start at 6:30 p.m.

Food and beverages are available.

Slovak League

Luzerne County Slovak League of America Branch 474 election of officers and installation dinner will be held today, Feb. 19, at 2:30 at the Wyoming Hose Co. #2, Third St., Wyoming.

Music festival

The Wyoming Seminary Music Department will present a Shostakovich Chamber Music Festival, featuring the music of

Russian composer Dmitri Shostakovich, at 8 p.m. on Saturday, March 31 and at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 1 in the Great Hall of Wyoming Seminary, 228 Wyoming Ave., Kingston, just north of Kingston Corners. The concerts will include instrumental and vocal works and will feature professional and student performers.

For more information, call 270-2192.

Music Box auditions

The Music Box repertory Company will hold auditions for its upcoming murder mystery at 7 p.m. on February 20 and 21 at the Music Box Dinner Playhouse, 196 Hughes St., Swoyersville.

All men and women ages 16 and over are welcome to audition and will be asked to read from the script.

Auditions will also be held for the Elvis-inspired musical “All Shook Up” at 7 p.m. on February 27 and 28.

For more information, call 283-2195.

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Flooding in Duryea topic – 52 years ago!

Question #1 In 1960, what event promised to be the greatest benefit to Pittston residents?

Peeking into the past With Judy Minsavage

1950 – 62 Years Ago George Terrana, Pittston’s Acting Superintendent of Streets, received a call to inspect a mine settlement incident.

Upon arriving at the property on Elizabeth Street, Terrana found a crater 25 feet deep, threatening the foundation of the home owned by Anna Roche. As he carefully inspected the subsidence, another void opened, swallowing Terrana’s right leg up to his hip. Terrana quickly lunged to safety, narrowly escaping injury.

Fred A. Ramage, cashier at the Liberty National Bank in Pittston, announced a new service for customers. A check imprinter manufactured by the Todd Company of Rochester New York made it possible for customers to have

personal checks printed in-house with their name and address free of charge and bound in a pocket checkbook. Taking two minutes to complete, the service was an innovation in banking.

Officer Frank Valeski of the Pittston Police Department noticed “George,” an occasional overnight “guest” of the jail, stumbled into the station with a bundle under his arm. Spotting Valeski at his desk, George leaned over and confessed, “I have done wrong.” Officer Valeski asked his familiar buddy, “What’d you do now, George?” At that, George explained how a friend had given him money to pick up his laundry. He did, but spent the excess coinage on a few drinks at the local bar and he had no

way to get back home. The officer, not wanting George to hurt himself, proceeded to usher George to the one remaining vacant cell to “sleep off ” his over-indulgence at which time George proclaimed, “Not that cell; it’s not as homey as the other ones.”

The Sunday Dispatch Inquiring Photographer asked Pittston residents, “Do you think married women should compete with men in the field of employment?”

Cas Azaravich answered, “I don’t think they should work unless the money is needed.”

Paul Whyte said, “They got married to make a home so they should do just that.”

Catherine Curley added, “At the beginning of a marriage, I think it proper for a wife to work.”

Ann Cabot answered, “There’s no crime in a woman working, as long as it’s honest work.”

Tony Lizza stated, “What did they get married for, for better or for worse?

1960 – 52 Years Ago Dante Begliomini, Gilbert Perry, Joseph Tirpak, Richard Harding, Thomas Pealer and Charles Adonizio, members of the West Wyoming School Board, inspected the new high school cafeteria.

The district was one of the first to complete renovations necessary to adhere to the mandatory fire protection requirements issued by the Departments of Public Instruction and Labor and Industry.

After a devastating fire in Chicago at Our Lady of Angels School that killed 92 pupils and three nuns, comprehensive changes in school fire safety regulations were enacted nationwide.

Residents in Duryea gathered at a community meeting to hear plans for flood control. The meeting was set to inform residents of the obligations of Duryea Council relative to the $382,000 project. Properties bordering the Lackwanna River would have to be deeded to, or purchased by, the borough. The See PEEKING, Page 25

The Dupont High School Class of 1950 posed for this photo during their class trip to Washington, D.C. The photo was recently restored by John Baloga who sent it to the Dispatch. First row, left to right, Ed Tetlak, Paul Swantkowski, John Kotula, Joe Bostock, Joe Tible, Ted Gemzik, Rich Larnard, Joe Lello, Mike Malinics, Al Bryk, Andy Marancik, John Kulick. Second row, Dorthy Cislo, Sally Kuna, Margie Torynacki, Marie Naualanu, Mary Kotula, Madelyn Farino, Florene Wiancek, MaryAnn Kubick, Alberta Larnard, Rose Mary Lolli, Mary Ann Waselinko, Charolett Klimek, Jean Liberasky. Third row, Gloria Regula, Joan Brysac, Michelene Chihocki, Bernandine Lis, Gertie Ritzie, Ann Prebish, Eleanor Musto, Rosemary Gambino, Lorraine Tylutke, Leona Williams, Katie Bryk, Fran Redola. Fourth row, George (bus driver), Joe Balent, Felix Grabowski, Ed Romanko, Martha Hudick, Mr. Golensky, Miss. Korsnwa, Mr. Kundla, Marcella Tokash, Dominic Bau, John Mlodzenski, John Patrick, Mr. Thompson.

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levee construction was slated to “start at a point in the rear of 890 N. Main St. to a point in the rear of 51-53 S. Main St.” A tractor trailer plunged over a 30-foot embankment near the Avoca-Dupont boundary, taking with it two poles that carried high tension wires and transformers. Kayo Kirocholek, of Avoca, was the first on the scene. His first thought was to call his employer John “Sacki” Slezak, owner of a car dealership and service garage in Avoca. When John arrived, he quickly went to work attempting to free the driver from his dangerous prison. Fighting a blinding snowstorm and high voltage wires, John freed the driver. Many suggested Slezak’s name should have been submitted to the Carnegie Hero Commission in Pittsburgh for his heroic rescue. The Hero Fund was established in Pittsburgh in 1904 with a trust fund of $5 million by Andrew Carnegie.

Question 2 What local event brought the Carnegie Hero Award to an Exeter resident?

1970 – 42 Years Ago Growing up as friends on Chittenden Street in Duryea, Michael Rakowski and Paul Baclawski didn’t know they would one day be decorated for gallantry in action while serving their country. Sgt. Rakowski received the Army Commendation Medal for distin-

guished and meritorious achievement in Vietnam. He also received the Air Medal and the Bronze Star. Sgt. Baclawski earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action while serving as squad leader with the 9th Infantry Division near Vinh Conh, Vietnam.

West Pittston Woman’s Club officers Mrs. Edward Wicks, Mrs. Carlton Stauffer, Mrs. John Smith, Mrs. Stephen Elko, Mrs. Joseph Andaloro and Mrs. Russel Firestine prepared for their spring hat fashion show, featuring the most popular styles from Bergman’s.

The Woman’s Club Chorale, directed by Mrs. John Portelli, performed songs from Broadway productions.

Boy Scouts of the First Presbyterian Church in West Pittston decorated the window of Sam’s Shoe Repair Shop on Wyoming Avenue. The display theme, “Man Power through Boy Power,” a collection of posters and photos was arranged by Mrs. Charles Herron, Clark Herron, Jimmy Nicito, Francis Hawk, Michael Barber, Stanley Hanczyc, Nicky Gerard and Sam Rizzo.

1980 – 32 Years Ago

Members of the Seton Catholic Cheerleading Squad, Freddy Dellario, Linda McGarry, JoAnn Dileo, Patty Clarke, Katie Philbin, Suzanne Fath, Denise Gemzik, Lynne Dommermuth, Grace Gavigan, Charlene Kulick, Missy Gibbons, Marlene Centrella and Gail Casterline captured first place at the annual cheerleading competition sponsored by Luzerne County Community College.

Joe Scrobola, a Wyoming Area junior, defended his PIAA District 2 diving championship held at King’s College in 1980.

Joe’s 394.75 score far out-distanced his nearest competitor.

Top Ten Songs of 1980 “Longer,” Dan Fogelberg “Coward of the County,” Kenny Rogers “Romeo’s Tune,” Steve Forbert “Second Time Around,” Shalimar “Don’t Let Go,” Isaac Hayes “Wait For Me,” Hall and Oates “Desire,” Andy Gibb “This Is It,” Kenny Loggins “Too Hot,” Kool and the Gang “Him,” Rubert Holmes Answer 1 “The buying public of Grea-

Foundation medal on August 30, 1959, for the part he played in the rescue of 32 fellow workers after the Knox Mine collapsed on January 22, 1959.

Twelve workers died in the catastrophe.

ter Pittston will be treated to the greatest bargains ever offered by the merchants of Pittston,” stated Bernard Barton, president of the Merchants Bureau.

The city-wide sales event coincided with George Washington’s birthday.

Over 30 stores participated, guaranteeing “spectacular bargains.” Cash prize coupons were offered by the Sunday Dispatch.

The promotion and planning committee consisted of Ky Levin, Manny Grossman and Paul Riffle.

In 1971, President Richard Nixon combined Washington’s and Lincoln’s birthdays into Presidents’ Day

“Discourage litigation. Persuade your neighbors to compromise whenever you can.

Point out to them how the nominal winner is often a real loser – in fees, expenses, and waste of time. As a peacemaker, the lawyer has a superior opportunity of being a good man. There will still be business enough.”

Abraham Lincoln

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Songs she has written and performed can be heard on Youtube

By Matt Powell

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Alicia Savinelli the day she tried out for American Idol Singer and song writer Alicia Savinelli has big dream in music.

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an artist.” Stars like Taylor Swift, Rascal Flatts and Chris Young inspire Savinelli to write music and one day while listening to radio station Froggy 101, she caught the break she always wanted.

Learning of Froggy’s Song Writers Party Contest where local country talent sends in songs they wrote and performed for a chance to produce their own demo CD and work with country superstar Eric Paslay, Savinelli jumped on the opportunity and was one of five performers chosen. “It was an amazing feeling meeting such an icon,” she said of Pasley. “Eric was a genuine guy who gave great advice.”

Savinelli recorded her first demo CD on January 25 where she worked with manager Brandon Stuchkus and studio owner Joe Loftus. “This is God’s gift to me and it would be wrong for me not to use it,” said Savinelli, who hopes to eventually reach out to others and show them that with a big dream, hard work and strong will anything is possible.

Savinelli’s CD will be available for purchase next year and she will perform at area locations. Two songs Savinelli has written, “Let’s Go” and “Country Girl” are available on her Youtube channel, Alicia Lynn (Alicia Savinelli).

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Baseball player Jimmy Morris, made famous in the movie “The Rookie,” said, “If you don’t have dreams, you don’t have anything.”

Twenty-year-old Alicia Savinelli, of Avoca, has a big dream.

When Savinelli was just 8 years old her, her grandmother videotaped her singing. Astonished by the girl’s talent at such a young age, Savinelli’s family encouraged her to pursue her talents.

“I started noticing I had a talent for singing at10 years old and I knew right then, it was my passion,” said Savinelli.

At age13, Savinelli sang songs from artists such as Celine Dion and took lessons to improve her voice control. However, she soon realized that, although her family knew she had talent, she was nervous about having other people judging her as a singer.

“I actually taught myself,” she said. “Even though I was scared to sing in front of my teachers, I would always sing on my own as much as I could because it was what I loved to do.”

One day, Savinelli sang outside a local restaurant and noticed that people stopped to listen. When she finished singing, she was approached by a stranger who commended her.

From then on, Savinelli’s fear shifted into a strong will to do whatever she could to accomplish her dream. She wrote and shared her music on Youtube and promoted herself on Facebook.

“I started getting good criticism from others which helped build my confidence and kept pushing me forward,” she said.

She became known around town as the girl who will let nothing stand in her way of doing what she truly loves to do. The once-shy singer also tried out for last year’s “American Idol” show.

Savinelli writes and sings all types of music and has performed rock, country, hip-hop and jazz, although she prefers country.

“Country is real,” she said. “It speaks to me like paint speaks to

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Open house set at ‘Work of Art Learning Center’

By Tony Callaio

Dispatch correspondent

The Work of Art Learning Center will conduct an open house on Wednesday, Feb. 22, and Thursday, Feb. 23, at St. Barbara’s Parish Center (former St. Anthony’s) from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Age specific classes (ages 2– 4) run Monday through Thursday from 9:00 to11:30 a.m.

The children are under the guide of owner/director Gina Malsky and her staff, Francene Carabetta and Nicole Golden who teach the three-year old children. Jennifer Vogel is the fourth grade teacher.

“The reason for opening the Work of Art Learning Center is to give children of all ages the opportunity to learn,” said Malsky.

“Teaching thousands of children over the years, I hated the idea of leaving the younger siblings outside so I decided let’s invite the little ones to have an introduction to all art forms and then they could see what they enjoy.”

The Work of Art Learning Center is more than arts and crafts. Jan Thyren teaches music appreciation getting all of the children involved.

“Music helps with the children’s communication skills,” added Malsky. “Communication with other children is a very important part of the program.”

Correne Farrell is a yoga instructor on staff. Malsky feels yoga helps children with control, discipline and stretching which she believes all children need to learn at a very young age so it could become second nature to them as the get older.

“At Work of Art Learning Center we encourage all the students are able to express themselves in many different ways ... we encourage them to participate in any way,” said Malsky.

“Positive reinforcement is a major part in school. All the staff have children and love working with others, really it is a dream job.”

Right, story hour with Miss Fran at Work of Art Learning Center. Students, seated left to right, Gavin, Luke, Simon, Jude, Emma, CJ and Sara.

Sara Golden shows off her hands full of paint after creating a masterpiece in art class at Work of Art Learning Center in Exeter.

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The Knights of Lithuania, Council143, Pittston, conducted a ceremony at Pittston City Hall on the 94th anniversary of the restoration of Lithuanian’s independence and the 21st anniversary of the re-establishment of Lithuanian independence.

Following the ceremony, the Lithuanian flag was raised at City Hall.

The program included citations from the Pennsylvania State Senate and House, Governor Tom Corbett, as well as the City of Pittston.

A luncheon followed at the Lithuanian Citizens Social & Beneficial Club, Butler Street, Pittston.

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Anniversary of Lithuanian independence is noted

Yvonne Brannas recites a proclamation from PA House Rep. Lou Barletta.

Preparing the Lithuanian flag to be raised in recognition of the 94th annual anniversary of the restoration of Lithuanian's independence are, from left, Jimmy Connors, Rich McNeil, David Kizis and Ed Malaski.

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Martha Warnagaris intently listens as Carly Warnagaris, 13, reads a proclamation from PA Gov. Tom Corbett. Carly Warnagaris is a third-generation Lithuanian Club member.

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Shown during an invocation at the ceremony given by Rev. Richard Cirba are, from left, first row, Peggy Yanklunas, co-chair and moderator; and Martha Warnagaris. Second row, City Councilman Joseph Chernouskas, City Clerk Ron Mortimer, former Pittston Mayor Joe Keating, PA State Rep. Michael Carroll (hidden) .

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An anonymous donor who is a member of the chamber board has already agreed to pay for the flag pole. Joe Makarewicz of Everest Business Services donated such things as brochures and hard boards for an office depiction of the memorial.

Graphic artist Jenn Robinson designed a rendering of the memorial. Greg Timonte, of Dupont Monument, has consulted with the chamber on the monuments and plaques.

“We’re in the fund raising mode,” Adonizio said. “We are planning some events. We’re having a concert in the Open Space with the Banana Hammocks on May 12 and they are donating their time. Hopefully, we’ll do something at Cooper’s.

They said they want to help.

Maybe we’ll do something at the Cabana. We’re going to membership, too. We’ll get there; I’m confident.”

The chamber will also sell engraved 4 x 8 bricks and larger 12 x 12 blocks in a monument walkway.

In addition to Kridlo, the monuments will also honor 1st Lt. Jeffery DePrimo, of Pittston, and

Joe and Sandy DePrimo, left, Judy Degilio, and Rosemary Dessoye listen to a presentation at the Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce during a planning session for the Hometown Heroes Memorial on Monday night.

Angela Miller, right, and Helen Ann DePrimo listen to a presentation at the Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce during a planning session for the Hometown Heroes Memorial on Monday night.

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Lt. Col Richard Berrettini, formerly of Dupont, who were killed in Afghanistan and State Trooper Joshua D. Miller, who was killed in a shoot out.

The chamber also plans to plant a tree to honor retired United States Army Captain Thomas Jerome “T.J” Hromisin who was

severely wounded in Iraq.

“We will distinguish him as a living hero with a plaque at the base of the tree,” Adonizio said.

For more information about the memorial and donating, call the chamber at 655-1424 or email info@pittstonchamber.org.

Mary Ellen, left, T.J., and Jerry Hromisin listen to a presentation at the Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce during a planning session for the Hometown Heroes Memorial on Monday night.

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Pizza Cucina, the Coffeetable, Napoli’s and the Gramercy.”

The Sciandra building at 159 S. Main St. is a little below the completed streetscape area which extends to Market Street.

“It looks beautiful down there with the nice cross walks and lighting,” Dessoye said of the streetscape area. “We’d like to see it continued down here.”

Dessoye may get his wish. A phase three of streetscape which would beautify Main Street to Columbus Avenue is designed and shovel ready, but not yet funded, though the city is committed to finding a funding source.

Chiropractor Dr. Frank Colella is another newcomer to Pitt-

ston, though not by choice. He was forced out of West Pittston by the flood and is now in the Main Street Commons Building at 135 S. Main St., across from Sabatelle’s. He moved in on September 27.

Colella’s heart is still in West Pittston, but he likes what he sees in Pittston. “It’s gorgeous, at night especially. There’s a lot more activity. They’re doing a great job bringing the downtown back. And the building is beautiful and my patients are coming back.”

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The Earl F. Detweiler AMVETS Post #189 of Greater Pittston is expanding by forming a Ladies Auxiliary and Sons of AMVETS Organizations.

To be eligible to join AMVETS Auxiliary or Sons of AMVETS applicants 18 years or older and have a grand parent, parent, spouse or child current 90 days in the US Armed Forces or honorably discharged since WWII to date.

Applications will be available at the “New Beginning” meeting on February 29 7 p.m. at the Polish American Citizens Club at 111 Elm Street, Dupont.

There are currently over 200 AMVETS Post #189 regular members.

AMVETS is a Premier Veterans Service Organization. AMVETS Post #189 provided a reported value of over $108,000 of Community Service Programs for the year of 2011.

AMVETS is a leader since 1944 in preserving the freedoms secured by America’s Armed Forces, AMVETS provides support for veterans and the active military in procuring their earned entitlements, as well as community service and legislative reform that enhances the quality of life for this nation’s citizens and veterans alike.

AMVETS is one of the largest congressionally-chartered veterans’ service organizations in the United States, and includes members from each branch of the military, including the National Guard and Reserves.

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Another business new to Pittston is Polit and Costello Dentistry on North Main which was also displaced from West Pittston by the flood.

In addition to the professionals moving into offices, there is a trend of business owners remodeling and moving into apartments above their storefronts.

Three examples are Antonio and Tiffany Castiglione who live with their two daughters above their business, Napoli’s Pizza; Chris and Beth Barcia and their three children who live part-time above Palazzo and Chris Scoda of Advanced Arms who also lives above his business with his family.

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Sanitary Authority closed Monday The Lower Lackawanna Valley Sanitary Authority business office will be closed on Monday, Feb. 20 due to Presidents’ Day and will re-open Tuesday, Feb. 21.

The first quarter bills have been mailed and are due Mar. 31.

Payment can be made at the Medicine Shoppe in Old Forge, Lewellyn’s in Avoca or The Hub in Dupont; however, senior citi-

Kit Kats dance group wins competition Members of the Kit Kats dance group of the Pittston David Blight Studio recently competed at the MBC Talent Competition at the Holiday Inn in Somerset, NJ. The dancers competed in the 13 to 15 year-old age group category. They took first place honors in pantomime, modern, ethnic, hip-hop and open (novelty). Mrs. Amanda Connell instructs the award-winning Kit Kats. Member of the club are, from left, Alexandra Traglia, Wyoming; Faith Musinski, West Pittston; Gabrielle McNeill, Plains; Rachel Leandri, Wyoming; Hunter Antal, Dupont; Brittney Eramo, Exeter; and Alexandra McKitish, Dupont.

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Mardi Gras special dinner Tuesday Everyone visiting the Pittston Senior Center is asked to wear purple, green and gold on Tuesday, Feb. 21 to celebrate the Mardi Gras special dinner. Dinner reservations must be made by noon at least one day in advance.

February is cherry pie month.

A cherry pie raffle will take place following the Ash Wednesday Special Dinner.

Join the recipe exchange at the center. Recipes will be exchanged at centers throughout the state and via the Internet.

Reservations are open for the following trips: Hollywood Casino, March 7; Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, April 28; Mount Airy Casino, May 2, two-in-one trip which includes rebates, show and meal ticket. Call Connie Andrews, center director, at 655-5561 for more information.

Zumba Gold Classes are held at 2 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays with Anita. Cost is $2 for center members and $3 for nonmembers.

Classes are designed for those 55 years of age or older. To register or for further information, contact Connie Andrews at 6555561. Center membership is $5 donation per year.

The Senior Center is seeking donations of 4-ply yarn. Donations can be dropped off at the center between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Monday through Friday. Arrangements can be made to pick up the yarn if necessary.

MENU FOR WEEK Monday – Center closed for Presidents’ Day Tuesday - Mardi gras special dinner: chicken creole (mushrooms), steamed white rice, dinner rolls, garden salad with dressing, dessert, margarine, milk, coffee Wednesday - Crab cake gravy,

roasted beets, mashed potatoes, multi-grain bread, peanut butter cookie, ketchup, tartar sauce, margarine, milk, coffee Thursday - Stuffed pepper, fresh vegetable medley, whole wheat bread, pierogies, tropical fruit, margarine, milk, coffee Friday - Macaroni and cheese, stewed tomatoes, garlic spinach, whole-wheat dinner roll, banana raisin bread pudding. margarine, milk, coffee

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The breakdown of payments is as follows: $60 for all residential units per quarter, $54 for senior citizens showing proof of age per quarter, $288 for residential units paid prior to March 31 and $204 for senior citizens with proof of age paying before March 31.

Queen of the Apostles Parish sets Night at the Races Queen of the Apostles Parish will have a “Night at the Races” Saturday, Feb. 25 in St. Mary’s School auditorium, 742 Spring St. The doors will open at 6 p.m. and the races will begin at 7 p.m.

Admission is $5 which includes dinner, soda and coffee. This is a B.Y.O.B. event. Horses are $10 each. Racing forms can be obtained at the church, 715 Hawthorne St., following the 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Masses today, by calling the rectory at 457-3412 or at the event. The sponsor of the winning horse will win $50 and does not need to be present.

Congratulations

Congratulations to Megan Bartuska, daughter of Bruce and Patti Bartuska, Avoca, who has passed her Pennsylvania State Board examination to become a registered nurse.

Thank you

Queen of the Apostles Parish extends a special thank you to Joe Malosh of That Guy with the Dough, Moosic, for supporting their parish fundraiser. With this fundraiser, advertisers are invited to place their businesses flyer in the parish bulletin for a nominal fee. For more information, call 457-3412.

Lions Club

Members of the Avoca Lions Club would like to thank everyone who participated in their annual holiday fund drive. The fund drive is ongoing. Anyone who would like to donate may send donations to Avoca Lions Club c/o Francis Regan, 914 School St., Avoca, PA 18641.

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The 2012 Avoca Borough garbage stickers can be purchased from Therese Wrubel at the Avoca Municipal Building, 752 Main St. The office is open from 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays and from 6 to 7 p.m. Fridays. The fee schedule for purchasing the window sticker in order to have up to three bags collected weekly is as follows: $155 if purchased by February 21, $160 if purchased between February 22 and March 21, $170 if purchased between March 22 and April 21, $180 if purchased between April 22 and May 21 and $190 if purchased between May 22 and June 21.

Delinquent accounts will be referred to district court after June 21/ All Avoca home owners and renters are obligated to purchase a garbage sticker.

Residents who are unable to stop by the municipal building to purchase a garbage sticker can mail a check made payable to Avoca Borough and a self-addressed stamped envelope to Avoca Borough c/o Therese Wrubel, 129 Factory St., Avoca, PA 18641.

For more information, call Wrubel at 457-4891.

Queen of the Apostles Parish youth group will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 26 in St. Mary’s School, 742 Spring St. This meeting will include the January and February birthday celebrations. For more information, call Lori Ostrowski at 457-8840.

Finance council

The Queen of the Apostles Parish finance council will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 28 in St. Mary’s Rectory.

Queen of the Apostles Parish will have Ash Wednesday services on February 22 at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St., at the following times: 9 a.m., noon and 7 p.m. – Mass and distribution of ashes; 5 p.m. – distribution of ashes only.

In lieu of the regular March business meeting, the Ladies Auxiliary to V.F.W. Post 8335 will have a covered dish dinner at 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 3 in the post home, 915 Main St. The ladies will conduct nominations and elections of auxiliary officers for the 2012-2013 term at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 2. at the post home. The officers’ installation ceremony will be held in May. President June Fitzgerald will preside over the meeting and Mary Starinsky and Mary Orluk will host it.

Lenten food sale

The Old Forge Coal Mine and Anthracite Archives Club will have its first 2012 meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. in the Eagle McClure Hose Company hall, 375 Milwaukee Ave., Old Forge. The meeting is open to all persons interested in mining and local history. Attendees are encouraged to bring their old photos to share with the group.

Mining equipment and books will also be on display. For directions, please e-mail info@oldforgecoalmine.com.

Queen of the Apostles Parish will have a Lenten food sale Friday, March 9. The sale includes tuna hoagies, with or without onions; homemade Manhattan

Several Protestant and Catholic churches in Avoca, Duryea, Old Forge and Moosic will have ecumenical services at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays throughout Lent. The first service is Tuesday, Feb. 28 at the Full Gospel Church, 1113 Main St., Avoca, where the Rev. Rich Rock, pastor of St. John’s Primitive Methodist Church, will be the speaker.

Stations of the Cross

Queen of the Apostles Parish invites the community to pray the Stations of the Cross with

VFW Auxiliary

Archives Club

Ecumenical services Ash Wednesday services

Road to Resurrection Lenten Masses each Wednesday during Lent, Queen of the Apostles Parish will not have its normally scheduled Wednesday evening parish liturgy. Liturgy will be held at 8 a.m. instead.

Liturgy time changed

Due to the Pittston Deanery’s

clam chowder; and haluski. Hoagies are a $1.50 for a small and $3 for a large. The clam chowder is $1.50 per cup and $6 per quart.

Haluski is $3. To place an order, call Arlene at 346-8060, Jeanette at 457-7804, Kay at 457-8470, or the rectory at 457-3412 by March 7. Orders over $20 will be delivered. Orders under $20 can be picked up between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. at SS. Peter and Paul’s Church, 1000 Main St Night at the Races

The fourth annual “Night at the Races” to benefit The 1st. Lt. Jeffrey DePrimo Memorial Fund will take place Saturday, March 31 at St. Anthony’s Parish Center in Exeter. The doors will open at 6 p.m. and the races will begin at 7 p.m. Admission, which includes food and beverage, is free with a $10 purchase of a horse and $5 without the purchase of a horse. Patrons must be 21 years of age or older to attend.

To submit items for publication in Avoca news, please call 457-3351 or e-mail avocahappenings@verizon.net.

Council work session set During a recent borough council meeting, Bob Gale and Dave Stefanoski reported on items that can be dropped off and finances of the proposed Greater Pittston Regional Compost Facility in Dupont. Another meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 7, at the Dupont Borough Building.

A special Hughestown Borough Council work session will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 1. A regular council meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, March 12 with Wayne Quick presiding. Anyone wishing to see the borough’s new fire truck may call 654-4188.

Mary Paul Hindmarsh and Councilwoman Marie Griglock will attend the next Pittston Area School Board meeting to discuss problems on Rock Street.

HUGHESTOWN Fire Chief Jamie Merlino reported that the Hughestown Hose Company had three activated fire alarms, six cancelled enroute, 36 EMS calls, one fire-police, one investigation, one public assist, four structure fires.

Total calls for 2011 were 24 activated fire alarms, four aircraft incidents, four brush and wild land fires, 89 cancelled, 213 emergency medical, 18 fire-police, one hazardous material, 10 motor vehicle accidents, 15 public assists, one trash fire, one stand by, 28 structure fires, one vehicle fire for a total of 218 fire calls and 213 EMS calls.

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Congratulations to the following children from Queen of the Apostles Parish who received the Sacrament of First Penance yesterday: Darren Brojakowski, Brooke Casey, Cole Ferranti, Kacie Lee Fisk, Michael Fuller, Ryan Hoover, Molly Houston, Nicholas Kwiatkowski, Joseph Lavelle, John McAdarra, Mia

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Most of $75,000 grant to go for street paving Stan Knick, president of borough council, announced at Tuesday’s council meeting that Dupont has been awarded a $75,000 grant from Luzerne County Office of Community Development.

Borough Council has earmarked $65,000 for street paving and $10,000 for demolition.

The paving project will include Lidy’s Road, Gill, Walnut and Highland Streets and $10,000 for the demolition of an abandoned house located in an alley between Wyoming and Penn Avenues. Both projects are tentatively scheduled for late June.

Bob Naegle, the newly-appointed borough engineer, presented his first report on projects he has been working on since his appointment. He has attended PennDOT meetings to get updates on projects and how they all fit with borough plans; marked the sewer lines for the Main Street improvement project; talked about creating electronic files, taking the borough’s old maps, scanning them and turning them into electronic files to improve the efficiency between the engineers and the borough.

Naegle also reported that he is still working on the municipal garage specs and should have them completed by the end of the month and ready to put out to bid.

Council members Stan Knick and Mark Kowalczyk and Borough Manager Pat McDonald met with Mike Trussa from UGI on February 2 regarding natural gas lines through Dupont. UGI officials provided a map of the areas currently with service and reported they are looking into other areas of the community that have requested gas lines.

Kowalczyk stated that placing lines would be quite expensive and UGI is looking to see if this project would be cost effective.

He suggested the way to move forward is to have more residents send letters of interest to the utility company.

Council passed a motion to pay for a new natural gas-powered packer truck at a cost of $200,300 of which $149,132 will be reimbursed by the state Department of Environmental Protection.

DUPONT ANN MARIE PADDOCK

654-0897 dupont.news@comcast.net

Council also voted to pay $10,000 to install a natural gas pumping station to fuel the new truck. McDonald reported that, in addition to the grants, the borough has already received, it hasapplied for three additional gaming grants for additional street paving, another for a police SUV,and security fencing at the recycling center.

President Knick also noted that other ongoing projects include the new traffic signals near Heidleberg Bridge, street widening, sidewalks, curbing, drainage, the mineral reclamation project and plans for future construction of single-family homes or senior housing.

The next regular council meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 13 at which time the 2011 audit will be presented at this.

A public meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on Monday, March 19 at the Dupont Municipal Building for comments and input on the possible elimination of the Turnpike Bridge on Garden Road in Dupont. State Representative Michael Carroll and State Senator John Blake will attend to discuss options.

Softball signups

Dupont Softball/Teeball signups will be held from noon to 3 p.m. today, Feb. 19; from 6 to 9 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 20; from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 21 at Fieldhouse, 200 Elm St. Dupont.

Tee ball is boys and girls ages 4 to 7 and softball is for girls ages 7 to 17. For more information, call Bob at 881-8744 or log onto http://dupontsoftball.clubspaces.com.

Softball league

A Lenten fish fry dinner sponsored by Holy Mother of Sorrows’ YMS of R will be held from 4 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 24 at the parish hall on Wyoming Ave. The dinner includes fish, fries, vegetable, coleslaw, and dinner roll. Donation is $8.

The County Line Girls Softball League with teams from Dupont, Taylor and Minooka is an ASA REC league looking for girls, teams or towns/organizations to join. The league is open to girls ages 7 to 17 from surrounding communities. For information, call Bob at 881-8744 for log onto http://dupontsoftball.clubspaces.com.

Dupont Volunteer Hose Company #1 recently held installation of officers at the company home.

The swearing-in ceremony was performed by Luzerne County Judge Fred Piearantoni.

Officers for 2012 are Bernie Babonis, president; Judy Cocco, vice president; Patty Golla, secretary; Gary Kaspriskie, treasurer; Donald Hudzinski, fire chief; David Boynowski, assistant fire chief; Charles Tetlack, membership secretary; John McCardle, relief secretary; and Albert Mihalka, Sgt. at Arms. Members of the board of directors are Judy Slezak, Tom Titton, Bill Davis, Ed Zielinski and Judy Cocco.

Public meeting

Church meetings

Meetings at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church: Choir will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 23 in the choir loft. Girl Scouts will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on February 27 in the lower level of the Rectory. Bible Study will meet at 7 p.m. on February 29 in the lower level of the rectory. Senior Outreach Committee will meet at 6 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 27 in the lower level of the rectory. Plans for the Annual Health Fair will be discussed.

300 Club

The Holy Name Spring 300 Club drawing will be held starting March 4. Five weekly cash prizes will be awarded. Tickets at $10 each are available from any Holy Name member or by calling the rectory.

VFW meeting

Fish fry dinner

Officers installed

bution of ashes will be celebrated at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Masses.

Eco-tip

Here is Joey’s Eco-Tip of the week: If your driveway is dirty, don’t hose it down with water.

Use a broom instead. This saves water!

Lent services

Sacred Heart of Jesus will have the blessing and signing with ashes during Mass at 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. and at noon and 4 p.m. on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 22.

Anyone who would like to take ashes to a homebound person is asked to bring an unused tissue or small envelope.

Stations of the Cross will be prayed oat 7 p.m. on Friday at Holy Mother of Sorrows. Distri-

The Dupont VFW Post 4909 will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, March 5 at the post home.

Nominations for all offices will be accepted. Commander Dave Burrier will preside. Home Association meeting will follow.

Food and refreshments will be served.

Dinner dance

The Dupont VFW Post 4909 Home Association will hold its annual St. Patrick’s Day Dinner Dance on Saturday, March 17 at the post home, 401-402 Main St. Dinner buffet will be served from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. Gary Dee and Company will play from 9 p.m. to1a.m. for dancing and listening pleasure. The bar will open from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Door prizes will be awarded. For tickets and reservations, call Bob Lopata at 654-9104 or see Bob any evening at the post home. Tickets are $25 per person. Deadline is Friday, Mary 16.

Knox Mine disaster

Please take the time to look at former local resident Al Brocca’s trailer on the Knox Mine Disaster at kickstater.com and

search Knox Mine. Mr. Brocca is raising funds to complete the feature film “Knox Mine Disaster: The End of Anthracite.” You can pledge $25, $100 or $1000 or you can write a check to “Pitch Films “and mail it to Jackie Nowakowski, 226 Delaware Ave. West Pittston, Pa 18643. For more information, call Al Brocca at 323-680-7397.

Organization expanding

The “New Beginning” meeting date is 7 p.m. on February 29 at the Polish American Citizens Club, 111 Elm St., Dupont. The Earl F. Detweiler AMVETS Post #189 of Greater Pittston is expanding by forming a Ladies Auxiliary and Sons of AMVETS organizations.

The eligibility requirement to join AMVETS Auxiliary or Sons of AMVETS is 18 years or older, must have a grandparent, parent, spouse or child current 90 days in the US Armed Forces or honorable discharge since WWII or to date. Applications will be available at this gathering.

For more information, call AMVETS Post #189 Commander Bernie McDonald at 817-4858 or Post Adjutant Jerry Gurnari at 655-2924 or log onto www.amvets.org.

Wildcats

The Duryea WildCats are meeting on February 21 at 6:00 p.m. at the P.A.C.C (across from the Dupont Little League.) Anyone interested in volunteering or coaching can inquire at this meeting.

Bowling scores

Universal High scratch series scores: Jerry Coggins, 656; Dale Reese, 645; Edward Collins, 618; eric Pramick, 600; Tom Titton, 597; David Titton, 591; Richard Arditi, 590; Nicholas Berlinski, 553; William Elko, 549; Lowell Stoss, 531.

National High scratch series scores: Jerry Coggins, 778; Keith Weinschnek, 669; Mark Kulick, 656; Neal elko, 651; Edward Collins, 649; Anthony Ferretti, See DUPONT, Page 36

The Germania Hose Company’s annual all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast buffet from 7 a.m. to noon today, Feb. 19, at the hose company, 430 Foote Ave. The menu includes home fries, sausage, ham, eggs, homemade pancakes, rolls, choice of juice,and beverages. Tickets, which are $8 for adults and $5 for children, can be purchased at the event. All proceeds will benefit the company’s building fund. For more information, call Roberta Welling at 457-4160 or visit www.germaniafire.net.

Lodge meeting

Polish National Alliance Lodge 187 will not meet today.

The next meeting will take place in March.

Clam sale

The Sons of the American Legion (S.A.L.s), Squadron 585, will have a clam sale at 11 a.m. today, Feb. 19 at the American Legion Brennan Regan Post 585, 329 Main St. Derby Day

Duryea Cub Scout Pack 375 will host Derby Day today at Sacred Heart of Jesus Hall, 529 Stephenson St. Registration will begin at 1 p.m. The boys’ pinewood cars and regatta boats will compete for a spot at the district races. Refreshments will be provided by Boy Scout Troop 285.

Offices closed

The Duryea Borough offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 20 for Presidents’ Day. Garbage will be collected a day late this week.

Visioning meeting

There will be a community visioning meeting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 21 in the Duryea Municipal Building, 315 Main St. All residents, business owners, and anyone with an interest in planning for a brighter Duryea are invited to attend.

Crime Watch meeting

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

will now be held a 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 28 in the Duryea Municipal Building, 315 Main St. Blessing of ashes

Nativity of our Lord Parish will have the blessing and distribution of ashes on Ash Wednesday, February 22 at the following times and locations: 7 a.m. Mass at Holy Rosary Church, 127 Stephenson St.; 8 a.m. Mass at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 529 Stephenson St.;11a.m. service at Crossin Towers, 500 Brown St.; noon service at Holy Rosary; 4 p.m. service at Sacred Heart of Jesus; and 7 p.m. Mass at Holy Rosary.

Lenten food sales

Nativity of Our Lord Parish will have its annual Lenten food sales from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on February 22, March 2 and March 30 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Hall, 529 Stephenson St. On February 22 (Ash Wednesday), the sale will feature potato pancakes, homemade Manhattan (red) clam chowder, vegetarian vegetable soup, seafood bisque, homemade pierogi, homemade haluski and pizza. On March 2 and 30, the sale will feature Manhattan (red) clam chowder, homemade pierogi, haluski, pizza and baked goods.

Ash Wednesday services

St. Mary’s Polish National Catholic Church will have Ash Wednesday services on February 22 at the church, 200 Stephenson St. Holy Mass with the blessing and distribution of ashes will be celebrated at 8 a.m. An evening service with Bitter Lamentations, distribution of ashes,and benediction will be held at 7 p.m.

Pizza sale

The Germania Hose Company Scuba Team’s Lenten pizza sale is from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Friday during Lent at the hose company, 430 Foote Ave. Trays

are $11 each and available in red or white. Orders can be placed in advance on sale days by calling 451-3750 or by stopping at the hose company.

Stations of the Cross

The parishioners of Nativity of our Lord Parish invite the community to pray the Stations of the Cross with them at 7 p.m. every Friday during Lent aat Holy Rosary Church, 127 Stephenson St. There will also be Exposition and Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament.

Lenten devotions

The parishioners of St. Mary’s Polish National Catholic Church invite the community to their Lenten devotions at 7 p.m. every Friday during Lent at the church, 200 Stephenson St. Pack Night

Duryea Cub Scout Pack 375 will have Pack Night at 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 27 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Hall, 529 Stephenson St. At this event, four Webelos II Scouts will receive their Arrow of Light Awards, the highest rank a Cub Scout can earn. A special thank you is extended to the Webelos for hosting the event.Wildcats Wildcats meeting

The Duryea Wild Cats are meeting on February 21 at 6:00 p.m. at the P.A.C.C (across from the Dupont Little League.) Anyone interested in volunteering or coaching can inquire at this meeting.

Archives Club

The Old Forge Coal Mine and Anthracite Archives Club will have its first 2012 meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 28 in the Eagle McClure Hose Company hall, 375 Milwaukee Ave., Old Forge. The meeting is open to all persons interested in mining and local history. Attendees are encouraged to bring their

old photos to share with the group. Mining equipment and books will also be on display. For directions, please e-mail info@oldforgecoalmine.com.

Night at the Races

The Excelsior Hose Co. No. 2 will have its sixth annual “Night at the Races” Saturday, March 24. The cost of a horse is $10 plus a $2 admission fee at the door.

Horses can be purchased from any member.

DePrimo event

The fourth annual “Night at the Races” to benefit The 1st. Lt. Jeffrey DePrimo Memorial Fund is Saturday, March 31 at St. Anthony’s Parish Center in Exeter.

Doors will open at 6 p.m. and the races will begin at 7 p.m. Admission, which includes food and beverage, is free with a $10 purchase of a horse and $5 without the purchase of a horse. Patrons must be 21.

Garbage stickers

Duryea Borough garbage stickers are still on sale. Stickers can be purchased from 7 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Duryea Municipal Building, 315 Main St. Stickers can also be purchased from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at the municipal building. Prices of the garbage stickers including the $10 late fee are $90 for one bag, $145 for two bags, $185 for three bags and $225 for four bags.

Garbage will not be collected

from homes that do not have the 2012 garbage sticker displayed.

Basketball game

The Sixth Annual Guns ‘N’ Hoses charity basketball game is Saturday, April 21at the Pittston Area High School gymnasium, 5 Stout St., Yatesville.

Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. and tip-off time is 5 p.m. During this game, area police officers and firefighters will hit the hardwood to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

There will also be door prizes, entertainment, and a food and refreshment stand catered by My Sister’s Kitchen, of Duryea.

Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students ages 5 to 18. Children under 4 will be admitted free.

Businesses and individuals can send donations to Chief Nick Lohman, Duryea Police Department, 315 Main St., Duryea, PA 18642.

Checks should be made payable to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and in the memo area list “Guns ‘N’ Hoses 2012.”

Be sure to include your name with your gift in order to have it included on the acknowledgement poster which will be displayed at the game. Businesses that would like to supply door prizes can mail or drop them off at the Duryea Police Department.

To submit items for publication in Duryea news, call 4573351 or e-mail duryeahappenings@verizon.net.

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The Duryea Neighborhood Crime Watch monthly meeting which was originally scheduled to take place Tuesday, Feb. 21

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All-you-can-eat pancake breakfast today

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Public invited to ziti dinner today at Moose Moose Lodge 1207, 425 Exeter Ave., will be open to the public for a ziti dinner from noon to 5 p.m. today, Feb. 19. If you are a sauce aficionado, here is your opportunity to enjoy the Moose’s award-winning tomato sauce from the 2010 Pittston Tomato Festival Sauce Wars.

Ziti dinners include salad, roll, meatballs and dessert. Tickets are $8 at the door. Proceeds benefit Care & Concern Ministries and Moose charities.

Spaghetti dinner

Boy Scout Troop 352’s annual Presidents’ Day all-you-can-eat spaghetti supper will be held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 20 at the First United Methodist Church, 408 Wyoming Ave. Cost is $7 per person with proceeds going towards the troop’s trip to Washington, D.C.\

Salvation Army’s anniversary

WEST PITTSTON Tony Callaio 654-5358 tonyc150@verizon.net

Skate Game will take place at the Revolution Ice Center in Pittston on Friday, March 2.

The WA/PA JV game will be played at 7:10 p.m. for the “Stick” trophy and the WA/PA varsity game will be played at 8:50 p.m. for the “Skate” trophy at 8:50 p.m.

This year’s charity recipient is Faith Stoshak, a 5-year old twin from West Wyoming who is battling leukemia. There will be a bake sale and a basket raffle. Admission is $ for students and $3 for adult with proceeds being do-

nated to the Stochak family.

Pasta dinner

The Wyoming Area Drama Parents Association will hold a pasta dinner from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday, March 4 in the Wyoming Area Secondary Center cafeteria. Take-outs will be available. Tickets are $8 and will available through any drama parent or at the door. Tickets may also be obtained by contacting Donna at 357-3303.

The West Pittston Chapter of The Salvation Army has begun preparation for the upcoming 100th anniversary of its presence in the borough. Major Sheryl Hershey has met with several of the Advisory Board members to make early plans for this celebration, scheduled for May 10-12.

Contact Major Sheryl Hershey for additional information at 655-5947 or e-mail her at Sheryl.hershey@use.salvationarmy.org.

Golf tournament

The West Pittston Rams Parents Association will conduct its first annual golf tournament on Saturday, April 28 at Four Seasons Golf Course. Registration is

Charity event

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630; Jeff Lopata, 630; Allyn Sr. Ferretti, 610; Robert Lussi, 600; Joe Burns, 599.

Junior/Senior High scratch series scores: Men’s Division: Peter Kulick, 720; Billy Jr. Elko, 637; Michael Szumski, 621; Stephen Yuhas, 584; Michael Lenchak, 571.

Library programs

Beginner Yoga – 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; Vinyasa Yoga (All Levels) – 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Mondays; Restorative Yoga (All Levels) – 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays.

Classes are held in the former American Legion Building, 316 Linden St. by the Montgomery Avenue Elementary School.

Cost is $7 for drop-ins and $5 with discounted punch passes.

Birthday notes

Celebrating this week: Karlie Klocko, February 19; Nikki Pardini, February 21; John Cenera, February 23; and Nicole Skesavage, February 25.

Benefit event

Moose Lodge 1207, 425 Exeter Ave., will hold a benefit for Elyssa Yanik, a 16-year old Wyoming Area sophomore diagnosed with a rare form of thyroid cancer with lymph node metastasis which is aggressive in children in 2008 from 8 p.m. to midnight Over the past three and a half years, Elyssa endured ongoing testing and treatments at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

Her treatment included three extensive surgeries and radiation therapy to manage the cancer.

Elyssa’s most recent surgery occurred in January 2012 and she continues to be treated on an ongoing basis.

at 8 a.m. and the Captain and Crew format tees off at 9 a.m.

Cost of $75 includes lunch, beverages and golf. Reservations are required. For further information, contact Chrissy Fernandes at 954-0329.

Thought of the week

The woman who is known only through a man is known wrong.

Quote of the week

“For books are more than books, they are the life, the very heart and core of ages past, the reason why men lived and worked and died, the essence and quintessence of their lives.” Amy Lowell, American critic.

Bumper sticker Proceeds from last year's football game between the Wyoming Area Warriors and the Lake-Lehman Black Knights were donated to the American Red Cross on behalf of all flood victims in the Wyoming Area School District. From left, are Frank J. Parra, Wyoming Area athletic director; Joanna Springer, American Red Cross representative; and Tom Rokita, Lake-Lehman athletic director.

Women’s Division: Katie Wynn, 457; Michelle Grossbauer, 347.

Warehouse Mixed League High scratch series scores: Men’s Division: John Borgia, 769; Dan Zingaretti, 594; Matt Charney, 584; Dom Tafani, 581; Chris DeHaas, 571; Women’s Division: Melony Yurek, 487.

Magic Circle High scratch series scores: Men’s Division: Don Zieminski,

696; Matt Charney, 684; Don Whiting, 643; Vito Buzzetta, 623; Rich Jr. Aston, 611; Rich Sr. Aston, 592; Chris renfer, 581; John Colarusso, 572; Paul Chmiel, 569; Wally Zieminski, 561.

Women’s Division: MaryTheresa Pupa, 480; Denise Gordon, 478; Lisa Heck, 472; Debbie Stevens, 425; Sarah Helcoski, 371; Ashley Fuller, 332.

Pittston Twp VFW High scratch series scores:

Wally Moore, 722; Joe Jr. Walsh, 676; Joe Sr. Walsh, 646; Jack Casper, 622; Russ Stevens, 621; Joe Dalessandro, 618; Joe Argenio, 604; Rich Russian, 598; Larry Jr.O’Brien, 568; Anthony Grieco, 550.

American High scratch series : John Grohowski, 759; Neal Elko, 747; Dave Kern, 742; Gerry Reilly, 694; Scott Kowalczyk, 687; Mark Kulick, 666; Chris Kasa, 638; Rich Kuligowski, 627; Pete

Don’t call the world dirty because you forgot to clean your glasses.

Latona, 624; Tom Spurlin, 583.

Dupont Bowlerettes High scratch series scores: MaryAnn Shugdinis, 609; MaryLou Fereck, 503; Irene Jemiola, 501; Rose McDade, 476; Debbie Stevens, 465; Gracelynn Williamson, 465; Trisha Chmeil, 438; Barbara Slusser, 435; Ann Alfano, 419.

To submit items for Dupont news, call 407-0231 or e-mail dupont.news@comcast.net.

The Fourth Annual 1st. Lt. Jeffrey DePrimo Memorial Fund “Night at the Races” will be held on Saturday, March 31, at St. Anthony’s Parish Center in Exeter.

Admission, which includes food and drink, is free with the purchase of a horse for $10. Without horse purchase, admission is $5.

Doors open at 6 p.m. and post time is 7 p.m.

Hose Co. #1

Exeter Borough Hose Co. #1, 13405 Susquehanna Ave., will hold a potato pancake sale from 4 to 8 p.m. starting Ash Wednesday, Feb. 22 and ending on Good Friday, April 6. Pierogies and haluski, along with weekly specials, will also be sold. Phone orders, call 602-0739.

Mardi Gras party

Plans are complete for the Wyoming Area Kiwanis Fourth Annual Mardi Gras party to be held from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 21 at Gober’s Deco Lounge, Wyoming Avenue, Exeter. Cost is $20 and the event is open to the public.

Included in the admission are select beverage choices and the Cajun Buffet which includes: Cajun chicken, Jambalaya, southern style green beans, jalapeño/cheddar corn bread, red beans and rice and dessert items King Cake, rice pudding and bourbon peach cobbler. The buffet will be served from 7 to 9:30 p.m.

CNR will provide music from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. and basket raffles and door prizes will be awarded along with the naming of the king, queen and jester.

Tickets are available from club members or at the Deco Lounge but are limited to 100 patrons.

EXETER EILEEN CIPRIANI

287-3349 ecipriani@comcast.net

From April 1-30, the sticker will be in penalty and the charge will be $250 for everyone. On May 1, the delinquent list will be turned over to the chief of police and citations will be issued.

Those issued a citation will pay a fine plus the $250 refuse bill.

Payments can be mailed to Refuse Office, 1101 Wyoming Ave., Exeter, PA 18643. When a selfaddressed/stamped envelope is included, the ticker and a calendar will be mailed. Payments can be made in cash, check, money order or any credit card other than American Express.

For more information, call Lynda at 654-3001 Ext. 2.

Cosmopolitan Seniors

The Cosmopolitan Seniors will met at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 21 in St. Anthony’s Centerand enjoy a Pizza lunch. Vic Malinowski will preside. Dues will be collected. Hosts/Hostess-

es are: Virginia Craig, Kathy Loucks and Fran Lepo. Reservations for the pizza lunch must be made by February 20. Fifty members attend the previous meeting. In recognition of Valentine’s Day, they were greeted with red and white tablecloths and red roses.

President Malinowski called the meeting to order and VP Kleback led the group in prayer, Pledge of Allegiance and a patriotic song. Secretary Terri Mislan read the minutes of the last meeting and Treasurer Amy Alpaugh gave the treasurer’s report.

Refreshments were served after the business meeting and Bingo was played with Ron Gosart as caller. Winners of the 50/ 50 were Aggie Abromavage, Marie Cheskiewicz, Maureen Gosart, Antoinette Manganello and Cheryl Pipher. Toni Hall won the special Bingo game and Mary Ann Markowski won the jackpot game.

Travel coordinator Johanna is accepting reservations for a trip to Woodloch Pines Resort on Tuesday, May 1. This trip includes a seafood buffet along with American and Italian cuisine, as well as entertainment.

Pickups will be in Exeter and Pittston. Non-members are welcome. Call Johanna at 655-2720.

St Barbara Parish

Ash Wednesday Masses: 7 a.m., 11a.m. and 7p.m. Ashes will be distributed after each Mass.

The Christian Women’s Organization thanks everyone who baked, donated or helped in any way to make its recent bake sale a success.

The Golden Age Club will meet at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 23 at the parish center. Hostesses are Susan Begliomini, Theresa Blasavage and Carol Burns.

The follow up meeting for the Parish Council and picnic planning meeting will be at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 1 in the Parish Center.

The monthly Mass honoring

all married couples celebrating their wedding anniversary during the month of February will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 28.

Lenten program: “A Biblical Walk Through the Mass,” a series designed to bring Catholics closer to God, will be held on Wednesday evenings during Lent, beginning February 29 and continuing through March 28 at St. Anthony’s Hall of St Barbara’s Parish. The program will be hosted by Fr. Phil, Rocco Yanora, Barbara Russo and Ray Pasavage.

The Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, June 3. Bishop Joseph Bambera will preside at a 2:30 p.m. Mass in the cathedral, followed by a reception. The event is designed for 25th and 50th anniversary celebrants. Cathedral seating will be reserved for the anniversary couples. Call the 654-2103 for a reservation.

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Night at the Races to benefit DePrimo Memorial Fund

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Refuse stickers

Plans are complete for the Wyoming Area Kiwanis Fourth Annual Mardi Gras party from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 21 at Gober's Deco Lounge, Wyoming Avenue, Exeter. Cost for adults is $20. Shown here at the planning meeting are Kiwanis members Amy Casagrande, Dawn Marie Crake, Jackie Kasa, Matt Crake and Tiffany Callaio.

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Refuse stickers are available from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at the municipal building. Price of stickers will is $150 for anyone under the age of 65. Senior citizens’ rate is $110 for persons who are 65 years or older by March 31. These prices are available until February 28.

From March 1-31, the price will be $180 for anyone under 65 years of age and $130 for senior citizens 65 years or age or older.

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Senior citizens make plans for 36th anniversary The Wyoming/West Wyoming Seniors met recently at St. Monica meeting center with Frank Perfinski presiding.

February celebrants were Armonde Casagrande, George Kraynsk and Vicky Mechlavage Fifty-fifty winners were Helen Markert, Paul Piccillo and Nancy Marcy. Bingo jackpot winner was Angie Zagursky.

Valentine’s Day was celebrated with a special menu.

Plans were made for the 36th anniversary dinner to be held on May 1. The committee consists of Theresa Kennedy, Sam DeSalvo, Helen Markert, Genny Labaty and Joan Kwasny. The next meeting will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 21. Servers will be Ann Kosloski, Charlotte Pieszola and Mary Matani. Dues will be collected. Callen Jones, of the Department of Aging, will speak on health care. There will be refreshments and Bingo will be played.

Blue-n-Gold Skate

The 13th Annual Blue -nGold Skate game will take place on Friday, March 2 at the Revolution Ice Center in Pittston.

The Wyoming Area/Pittston Area JV game will be played at 7:10 p.m. for the Stick trophy and the Wyoming Area/Pittston Area varsity game will be played at 8:50 for the Skate trophy at 8:50 p.m.

Wyoming Area Ice Hockey will host this year’s charity event.

Wyoming Area Ice Hockey charity recipient is Faith Stoshak, a 5year-old twin from West Wyoming, who is battling leukemia.

There will be a bake sale and a basket raffle. Admission is $2 for students and $3 for adults with all proceeds being donated to the Stochak family.

WYOMING NEWS EILEEN CIPRIANI 287-3349 ecipriani@comcast.net p.m. This is a non-smoking Masonic Lodge Wyoming Masonic Lodge event.

40 Days for Life: Feb. 22 – #468, Wyoming Avenue, April 1. Join others to pray the Wyoming will hold its annual Rosary for Life at 9 a.m. Monday Lenten meals from 3 to 7 p.m. through Friday at Planned Parbeginning on Ash Wednesday, Feb.22 and continuing every Fri- enthood in Wilkes-Barre Bible Study: There will be no day in Lent, including Good Friday. Meals consist of potato pan- Bible Study during Lent. A specakes, haluski, pierogies, red and cial program will replace it at 7 white clam chowder. Eat in or p.m. on Wednesdays, Feb. 29 take out dinners will be availa- through March 28, at St. Anthoble. For more information, call ny’s Hall of St. Barbara’s Parish.

The Lenten Program is entitled 885-1441 or 693-2608 “A Biblical Walk Through the Mass.” Co-sponsored by both St. Monica’s and St. Barbara’s parSt. Monica’s Parish To help defray the cost of ishes, it is designed to bring Caprinting the Sunday church bul- tholics closer to God. Fr. Phil letin, businesses and services in Massetti, Rocco Yanora, Barbathe community can place an ad ra Russo and Ray Pasavage host on the back of the bulletin. If in- the program.

Ronan Tynan, Irish Tenor, will terested, please call the parish ofappear in concert with pianist fice at 693-1991.

Bill Lewis at 2 p.m. on Sunday, St. Monica Men’s Group will April 29 at Pottsville Area High hold a St. Patrick’s Day Party School Auditorium.

For tickets, from 7 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, call St. Patrick’s rectory at 622March 17 at Our Lady of Sor1802.

Check out our Web site rows Church Hall, West Wyomatwww.stmonicanepa.com. ing. Food will be provided by by KL’s Distinctive Impressions and music will be provided by Chic Library news Colarusso. Tickets are $20 per Friends of the Wyoming Liperson and may be purchased brary and local CVS pharmacist from any member of the men’s Todd Glynn invite you to a workgroup or by calling Rocco Yan- shop entitled, “Over the Counter ora at 693-2999. Tickets will al- Drug Safety” at 1 p.m. on Friday, so be available after weekend Li- Feb. 24 at the library, 358 Wyomturgies at Our Lady of Sorrows. ing Ave. Glynn will teach particReserved tables of eight are en- ipants how to read over-thecouraged. Doors open at 6:30 counter drug labels, how to safe-

Rick Miller, Osterhout Library Executive Director and System Administrator, was a guest speaker at the Wyoming Free Library Board of Directors February meeting. He reviewed the governing, policy making and financial and planning responsibilities of the directors. From left, are Susan Maria, library board member; Miller and Sue Begliomini, library board member.

ly store medication, how to choose medications that are safe and how to keep an accurate prescription history. To register, call the library at 693-1364 by February 22. There is no charge for the workshop.

The Wyoming Library has the following classes scheduled: “How to Meditate - Death, Dying and Lucid Dreaming: A Glimpse of Things to Come” - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 24; “How to Write and Publish Your Non-Fiction Book” – 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 14.

The classes will be conducted

by Mark Stavish, M.A., author of five non-fiction books that have been published in seven languages, who has taught writing and public speaking on the university level. He has been a consultant or guest for television and radio programs, including Coast 2 Coast (C2C), 21st Century Ra-

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Zoning and planning

Wyoming Borough has transferred zoning and planning matters to Luzerne County. The county planning and zoning office is located at the Penn Place Office Building, 20 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Wilkes-Barre, and can be reached at 825-1560.

Building projects cannot begin until a zoning permit has been issued.

St Monica's parish recently held a Nite at the Races. From left, are David Kuharchik, of WBRE-TV, master of ceremonies; Father McKernan, pastor; and Tom Tomsak, chairman of fund-raising committee.

dio, X-Zone Radio, Animal Planet, History Channel, A&E, and the BBC. Pre-school story time is starting again and will run from 11 a.m. to noon through March 30.

All children ages 3 to 5 are welcomed to come and listen to stories, do a craft and have a tasty snack afterwards. Call the Wyoming Free Library at 6931364 to register.

The Wyoming Free Library will offer a four-part book discussion series. The first book will be “The Notebook” by Nicholas Sparks. The group will view the movie at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 23 at the library.

Book discussion will be held at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 30.

A new service offered at the library is the Coupon Clippers Corner. Bring in your unexpired clipped coupons and place them in the designated box by category. Then browse through the available coupons and take the ones you need.

The Wyoming Free Library has announced the schedule for the Saturday Family Movie Day: “Puss N Boots,” February 25; “Lion King 2 Simba’s Pride,” March 10.All movies start at noon and popcorn and soda is provided.

Library hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday through Thursday, 10 am. to 6 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.

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‘Aggressive’ Patriots get best of WA Falcone leads PA to 46-30 victory over Warriors

By Josh Horton

Dispatch Correspondent

Above, Pittston Area's Angelo Lussi, top, wrestles Wyoming Area's Nick Heck in the 145-pound bout in Yatesville on Wednesday night. Below left, WA's Ryan Filipiak has a hold of PA's Frank Ardo in the 160-pound bout. Below right, Pittston Area's Pat Nallin, back, wrestles Wyoming Area's Judy Polit-Moran in the 182-pound bout.

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Pittston Area junior Sam Falcone is known for wreaking havoc on the defensive side of the football. On Wednesday night at Thomas R. Kelly Gymnasium in Yatesville, Falcone proved he could do exactly the same thing on the wrestling mat as well.

“I wasn’t really thinking about too much. I was just trying to do the best I could do,” Falconesaid.“Iwentoutthereprettyaggressive and I was feeling really good. I dropped down a weight class and it was against a rival and I wanted to be real aggressive and make a stand tonight.”

Falcone led the Patriots to a 46-30 nonconference victory over cross-river rival Wyoming Area with a pin at the 3:47 mark of the 160-pound bout. Pittston Area head coach James Woodall felt Falcone’s aggression was the key to his pin over Evan Petrosky.

“IthoughtSammyFalconewasterrifictonight,” Woodall said. “I really liked the way hewrestled.Hewasveryaggressiveandthat wasoneofmyfavoritematchesofthenight.”

Despite ultimately winning in blowout fashion, the Patriots dropped the first match of the night.

Andy Schutz earned a 9-5 decision over Kevin Wesolowski. Schutz, a two-time district champ, gained control of the match earlywithaseriesoftakedownsandacollection of backpoints. Wesolowski tried to creep back into the match, but time was not on his side as Schutz remained on top at the final buzzer.

“Schutzstartedoffthematchverywellfor us and he got a good win over a tough wrestler,” Wyoming Area head coach Steve Mytych said. “I was very happy with how he wrestled tonight.”

The Patriots took a 6-3 lead when Angelo Lussi pinned Nick Heck at the 3:24 mark of the145-pound bout. Lussi came out and got a quick takedown and added three back points to take a 5-0 lead in the first round.

Lussi proved to be too much for Heck as he was pinned midway through the second period.

The Warriors tied the match at 6-6 when Nick Mazzone earned a 6-3 decision over

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Pumped up Stravinski pushes PA past WA Patriots beat Warrrios in sixth annual DeMinico Game

By Josh Horton

Dispatch Correspondent

The Sixth Annual Eugene DeMinico II Memorial Game featured two teams who have had much different seasons.

Pittston Area has been the better of the two Cross River Rivals all year and they proved it again on Friday night as they beat Wyoming Area, 66-46, in a Wyoming Valley Conference crossover at the Wyoming Area Secondary Center Gymnasium in Exeter.

“Doc has been with me since I was at Seton Catholic and this is always a game we want to win,” said Pittston Area Head Coach Alan Kiesinger. “We love keeping that trophy in our place.

“I thought the whole team played well. (Steve) Stravinski had a great game, (Steve) Sklanka played really well and (Shaun) McDermott also played pretty well. He hit some key shots. He is playing with a bad hip, but he is still doing great things for us.”

The Patriots dominated for the majority of the game but needed to survive a quick scare from the Warriors.

In the third quarter, Wyoming Area cut the PA lead to just eight points when Mike Carey converted an easy layup bringing his Warriors to within eight points at 41-33 with just 16 seconds remaining in the quarter.

However, the Patriots lead didn’t stay in the single digits for long as Pittston Area’s Steve Stravinski nailed a three-pointer from way beyond the arc and with a defender’s hand in his face just before time expired in the third quarter.

“As soon as I woke up this morning I was pumped for this game,” Stravinski said. “I felt good all day and I felt really good when I got out on the court. It was a great team win.”

Stravinski has been notorious for his slow starts, but not Friday night. He woke up ready to go and it showed as he went for 11 points in the first quarter giving the Patriots a 12-point lead after the first stanza.

The Patriots defense was also

Above, Wyoming Area's Jordan Zezza goes to the basket between three Pittston Area defenders during the Sixth Annual DeMinico Memorial Game on Friday night in Exeter. Below left, PA's Jordan Houseman has the ball in traffic against Wyoming Area. Below right, PA's Steve Stravinski blocks the shot of Wyoming Area's Bart Chupka.

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stellar in allowing just six points on two three-point field goals.

Lou Vullo put the Warriors on the board when he dialed long distance, cutting the Patriots lead to 13-3 with 2:00 remaining in the first quarter. Mike Carey provided the other three points when he banked a three-pointer just beating the first quarter buzzer.

With 2:41 remaining in the first half, Bart Chupka found the bottom of the net for the first time with an easy layup bringing the Warriors to within 26-13.

Stravinski and McDermott responded for the Patriots with a 5-0 run to end the quarter giving the Patriots a 31-15 lead heading into the locker room.

Chupka, Danny Newheart, and Carey sparked the late third quarter 7-2 run getting the Warriors to within eight, but that was as close as they would get.

The Patriots offense became re-energized on Stravinski’s long three-ball at the end of the third quarter.

Sklanka picked up a steal and converted the break away layup with 4:08 remaining in the game to give Patriots their biggest lead of the game at 60-36. Shortly after, Pittston Area (13-9 overall, 3-4 division, 6-7 district) put the game out of reach, both coaches cleared their benches.

Late in the game, the Wyoming Area faithful chanted for James Kelly and Warriors Head Coach Alex Brogna granted that wish. Kelly brought the house down when he made his second of two free throws and the roof nearly collapsed when he nailed a mid-range jumper. Players and coaches from both teams also applauded Kelly.

Stravinski was the leading scorer for the Patriots with 26 points. He completed his second straight double-double with 16 rebounds. He also added six blocks and earned the game’s MVP Award.

Sklanka added 12 points, while Michael Schwab chipped in with eight. Mason Gross added seven and McDermott racked up five. Jordan Houseman, JusSee PUMPED, Page 44

Frosh sparked Lady Patriots give PA this season championship effort Barber, Waleski provided much needed balance to Lady Patriots offense

Freshmen Allie Barber and Liz Waleski have given the Pittston Area girls' basketball team what they were missing a season ago.

PA dominates WA in 64-41 victory

By Josh Horton

Dispatch Correspondent

The Cross River Rivalry hit the hardwoods on Thursday night and Pittston Area proved why it will be the team playing for a championship on Monday night.

The Lady Patriots powered their way to a 64-41 victory over Wyoming Area in the Wyoming Valley Conference regular-season final for both teams at the Thomas R. Kelly Gymnasium in Yatesville.

Pittston Area will now face Wyoming Valley West for the WVC Division I all-season championship at Holy Redeemer High School Monday at 7:30. The Lady Patriots won the first-half title, while the Lady Spartans claimed the second half.

The Lady Warriors saw its

season come to an end with the loss. They finished 6-16 overall and 1-15 in WVC Division II play.

"We go into every game with a great deal of respect for our opponent," said Pittston Area Head Coach Kathy Healey. "Pittston Area-Wyoming Area is a great rivalry and you never know what is going to happen. We were very excited for this game."

Pittston Area struggled from the floor early, allowing the Lady Warriors to capture a 5-3 lead in the first two minutes of the game.

Allie Barber used a combination of good defense and even better offense to give the Patriots a 7-5 lead with 4:11 remaining in the first quarter.

Barber tied it at 5-5 with a quick steal and an easy lay in.

Kelly Mitchell then gave the Patriots the lead when she nailed a jump shot from just inside the free throw stripe.

With 2:09 remaining in the first quarter, Mia Hopkins drove the lane and was fouled, but still converted the lefthanded layup. She went to the line with a chance to convert the traditional three point play, but instead missed the free-throw, got her own rebound and put it right back up and in giving the Lady Patriots a 13-7 lead.

The Lady Patriots only heated up from there as they went into the locker room up 35-18.

Hopkins got hot in the third quarter as she went for 13 points leading the Patriots to a 45-29 lead after three quarters. The Lady Warriors failed

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By Tommy Romanelli

Dispatch Intern

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PA's Grace O'Neill shoots over Wyoming Area's Abby Thornton in the Lady Patriots win over the Lady Warriors on Thursday night

Mia Hopkins scores two of her game-high 20 for Pittston Area as Wyoming Area's Nicole Turner PHOTOS BY BILL TARUTIS defends.

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At just a glance of the Pittston Area box scores this season, it could easily be determined that standout upperclassmen Mia Hopkins and Grace O’Neill are the pistons that drive the Lady Patriots engine.

But a closer look shows that it has been freshmen starters Allie Barber and Liz Waleski that have provided the missing spark the team needed coming off a disappointing 2010-2011 season.

Although Hopkins and O’Neill put up the same numbers a year ago as they are this season, Kathy Healey’s team wasn’t where they wanted it to be last year.

They lacked additional punch on scoring.

This year, on the other hand, the addition of Barber

and Waleski has improved the team greatly. “(Allie and Liz) can score at any time. We needed that,” said Healey in her third season at Pittston Area.

Healey said that each girl brings something different to the team. Waleski is not flashy but she is very smart, she handles the ball well, and she does the little things that count while Barber is quick and she is an intense defender.

“Liz knows the game well and she plays with a lot of heart,” said Healey. “Allie is an in-your-face defender.”

Barber says her strengths are dribbling and driving on people. Waleski says it is her shooting and taking care of the ball that stands out with her.

Both girls have def initely had an impact on this year’s

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Dworak first from PA to receive FH scholarship Senior signs with Kutztown

By Tommy Romanelli

Dispatch Intern

Pittston Area senior Madeline Dworak recently signed a letter-of-intent to attend Kutztown University, an NCAA Division II school, on a field hockey scholarship. Dworak becomes Pittston Area’s first studentathlete to go to college on an athletic field hockey scholarship.

“Itmakesmefeelproudtobethefirstfield hockey player from our school to get the scholarship,” said Dworak. “All of my hard work paid off and [field hockey] is something I love to do.”

Pittston Area field hockey Head Coach Caitlin Hadzimichalis said that Dworak is a very aggressive player with a lot of energy.

She also says that Dworak is a very hard worker and is always trying to improve herself. “(The scholarship) is great for the Pittston Area field hockey program and it’s great for (Madeline) personally,” said Coach Hadzimichalis. “It is especially good for the program because (we) haven’t See DWORAK, Page 49

Pittston Area's Madeline Dworak signs her letter of intent to Kutztown University. Pictured from left to right, seated, PA assistant coach Dana Baloga, Dworak, Patti Dworak and PA Head Coach Caitlin Hadzimichalis; standing, PA High School Principal Mr. John Haas, PA athletic director Mr. Charlie Turco, and PA assistant principal Mr. Arthur Savokinas.

WA’s Shiner signs with Stevens Tech Lady Warriors senior led team to District 2 playoff win

By Tommy Romanelli

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Shown in the photo with Samantha are her parents, JoAnne and John Shiner, and Wyoming Area athletic director, Frank Parra.

Wyoming Area senior Samantha Shiner has accepted an offer to play f ield hockey at Stevens Institute of Technology and Science in Hoboken, NJ where she will major in Pre-Veterinary Science.

Shiner will be playing NCAA Division III f ield hockey at Stevens under an academic/athletic scholarship.

“I’ve been playing f ield hockey since I was in f ifth grade,” said Shiner. “I just love the sport.”

Stevens was not Shiner’s only

athletic offer though. She also received an offer from the University of Pennsylvania for Track and Field. She credits a lot of her success to her parents. “[My Parents] support me a lot. They bought me the necessary equipment and they paid to put me on a travel f ield hockey team to help get me exposed to schools and coaches,” said Shiner.

Shiner’s plan after high school is to complete her four years at Stevens playing f ield hockey and pursing her degree. After getting her degree she plans to transfer out to another school to become a veterinarian.

Old Forge HS honors 1,000-point scorers

By Rick Notari

Dispatch Staff

The OFHS female 1,000-point scorers, pictured from left to right, kneeling, Krista Renzi Galella, Marissa Hastings, and Kim Kaville; standing, Michele Symosh Long, Linda Branas, Aimee Thomas, Ann Marie and Jack Dougherty - respresenting their daughter Jackie Dougherty Cusano, Tanya Gillette, Vita and James Giacometti - respenting their daughter Aimee Giacometti Marsico, and Allison Pikulski Lucarelli.

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The OFHS male 1,000-point scorers, pictued from left to right, first row, John Yanniello, Mark Palma - representing his uncle Bernie Skutack, Mike Lucarelli, Jared Yanniello, and Rick Notari - representing his uncle Carmen DiSimoni; second row, Stepphen Semenza, Patrick Mischello, Nick Anzelmi and Sam Cavalieri.

The Old Forge School District honored its 1,000-point scorers in a ceremony prior to its game against Carbondale on Feb. 10 in what was deemed “Legends Night” in the Devils Den. The ceremony recognized 22 former Blue Devil basketball players in what was the completion of 2011 OFHS graduate Michael Long’s senior project.

Long, a freshman at the Pennsylvania State University, took part in the dedication which also honored his mother, Michele Symosh Long – the first female basketball player in school history to reach the plateau.

Other former Blue Devil girls’ basketball players honored included Linda Branas who reached the 1,000-point plateau in 1978, Rose McCauley (1979), Aimee Thomas (1987), Jackie Dougherty Cusano (1989), Tanya Gillette (1991), Aimee Giacometti Marsico (1994), Allison Pikulski Lucarelli (1995), Krista Renzi Galella (2001), Marissa Hastings (2004) and Kim Kaville (2010).

Dougherty Cusano and Kaville were also named to the Pennsylvania All-State team during their careers. Kaville earned the honor twice, as a sophomore and senior, and Dougherty Cusano was selected as a senior. Dougherty Cusano went on to play at the University of Scranton where she twice earned NCAA Division III All-American status.

On the boys’ side of the gym, two-time all-state selection Sam Cavalieri highlighted the players honored who played for the Blue Devils boys’ basketball program.

The octogenarian was the first 1,000-point scorer in Lackawanna County, reaching the mark in 1949. Cavalieri was an all-state selection when only five players from across the commonwealth were named to the mythical allstar team.

Other honorees included Charley Rushefski (1952), Carmen DiSimoni (1953), Marty Farrell (1953), Nick Anzelmi (1957), Bernie Skutack (1979), Mike Lucarelli (1992), John Yanniello (2000), Patrick Mischello (2005),

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to Friday’s finale against crossriver rival Wyoming Area.

The Patriots raced out to a 22-6 lead in the opening quarter and never looked back, outscoring the Spartans in every quarter.

Steve Sklanka added 11 points for PA, and Shaun McDermott chipped in with 10.

Seniors, parents honored by WA

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Old Forge's Jake Manetti in action earlier this season.

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tin Peterson, James Emmett, James Torbick and Evan Rosengrant also scored in the game for the Patriots.

Danny Newhart earned the MVP for the Warriors. He had nine points, and played stellar defense for Wyoming Area.

Chupka racked up a team high 12 points, and Mike Carey added 10. Vullo finished with five and Jordan Zezza followed with four points. Nick Gushka and Kelly rounded out the scoring for the Warriors.

The victory – coupled with Lake-Lehman’s loss to Wyoming Seminary - gives the Patriots the last WVC seed in the upcoming District 2 Class 3A playoffs.

Pittston Area will take on the top-seeded team from the WVC on Friday.

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Steve Stravinski continued on the offensive for Pittston Area as the senior dropped 29 on Wyoming Valley West in a 66-50 victory in a WVC Division I game on Tuesday night at the Thomas R. Kelly Gymnasium in Yatesville.

Stravinski buried three triples – including his 50th three-pointer of the season – to go with a 6-for-7 performance at the charity stripe in leading the Patriots on the scoreboard. The 6’3 swingman has averaged 28.3 points per game in Pittston Area’s last three games heading in-

Trailing 28-14 at halftime, Wyoming Area was held without a field goal in the third quarter as WVC Division II leader Tunkhannock put the game with a 17-0 run during a 60-26 victory on Tuesday night in Wyoming County.

Lou Vullo led the Warriors with eight points and Jeremy Zezza chipped in with seven. JuThe Wyoming Area field hockey team held nior center Bart Chupka was its annual Senior Parents Night. From left, held to just one point in the loss. kneeling are Kaitlin Maguire, Jenna Skrinak, Wyoming Area managed just Morgan Kane, Ally Adonizio, Olivia Adonizio, 10 field goals – five of which were three-pointers – and went 1for-10 from the free throw line.

Brionna Murray, and Sam Shiner. Standing, Mark and Deborah Maguire, Kathy Skrinak, Kay Kane, Kathy and John Adonizio, Jennie and Sean Murray, and JoAnne and John Shiner.

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XC seniors, parents honored at WA

Old Forge produced a seasonlow output on the offensive end during a 49-23 loss to Holy Cross in a Lackawanna League Division II finale on Tuesday night at Holy Cross High School in Dunmore.

The Blue Devils led 2-0 and 4-3 early on, and tied the scored at 6-6 on Brian Tomasetti’s putback of an offensive rebound at the 5:12 mark of the opening period. But the Crusaders ran off a 20-5 spurt to end the first half, taking a 26-11 lead at intermission.

Holy Cross opened the third quarter on an 8-0 run to put the game away at 34-11 with under four minutes left in the period.

Dave Chromey’s three-pointer at Wyoming Area cross country held its anthe 3:10 mark stopped an Old nual Senior Parents Day recently. From left, Forge drought that spanned al- are Matt Crake, Sarah Crake, Dawn Marie most eight minutes.

Crake, Allison Golden, Denise Golden, KinJimmie Aversa led the Blue Devils with seven points. Jake Manetti, Chromey and Tomasetti added four points each for Old Forge.

Dispatch Staff Reporter Rick Notari contributed to this report.

This week’s schedule

Friday D2 Class 3A Quarterfinals PA v. WVC-1

berly Golden, Maureen Radzwilka, Sara Radzwilka, Dr. Joseph Radzwilka, Karen Klimas, Matthew Klimas, Mike Klimas, Michael Coco, Angela Coco and Karen Coco.

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Wyoming Area's Abby Thornton battles for a loose ball with Pittston Area's Charlie Zanta on Thursday night at the Thomas R. Kelly Gymnasium in Yatesville.

to get any closer.

Despite losing the game, the Lady Warriors had two players in double figures.

Serra Degnan led the Warriors with 11 points and Sarah Radzwilka added 10.

Ashlee Blannett finished the game with five points and nine rebounds for the Lady Warriors. Valerie Bott and Felicia Turner followed with four, while Abby Thornton had three points to go along with her 11 rebounds.

The Lady Patriots also had two players in double figures.

Hopkins led the team with a double-double going for 20 points and 15 rebounds. Allie Barber added 13 points, four steals and three assists.

Pittston Area (17-5 overall, 3-4 division, 8-5 district) had 10 different players score in the game.

Mitchell chipped in with eight points and 12 rebounds, while Grace O’Neill added six points.

The Patriots honored O’Neill and fellow senior Charley Zanta as part of their pre-game senior night ceremonies. Zanta played an abundance of minutes and was 1-2 from the free throw stripe.

Freshman Liz Waleski got the night off for the Patriots as she was nursing a sprained ankle. Healey said she should be ready for Monday night.

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Sara Radzwilka powers her way to the basketbasket for Wyoming Area.

Wyoming Area's Valerie Bott chases down the basketball ball against Pittston Area.

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WA 39, Tunkhannock 60

OF 43, Holy Cross 28

Old Forge got a strong second-half performance from senior center Morgan Malia to pull away from Holy Cross in a 43-28 victory in the final regular-season game of the Lackawanna League Division II schedule on Senior Night, Monday in the Elio Ghigiarelli Gymnasium in Old Forge.

Malia scored all 11 of her points in the final two quarters – including eight in the third quarter when the Blue Devils used a 19-7 run to take control.

Trailing 14-13 at halftime, sophomore Rhyan Barnic drained back-to-back threepointers to open the third quarter and give Old Forge a 19-14 lead. Malia then scored her first basket of the game before Vicki Lee drilled a triple to put the Blue Devils up by 10 with 5:20 left in the quarter.

Holy Cross answered with four straight, but Malia made a steal at halfcourt and finished the play with a layup before scoring another basket 30 seconds later to push the lead back to 10.

Malia also added six rebounds and two steals to go with her 11 points. Barnic added 10 points and three steals.

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PA's Allie Barber drives past Wyoming Area's Serra Degnan during the Lady Patriots 64-41 victory.

Pittston Area’s Achilles heal came back to haunt them in a 42-40 loss to Wyoming Valley West on Monday night in a WVC Division I contest in Plymouth.

The Lady Patriots – shooting just 60 percent from the free throw line this season – missed seven shots from the stripe in the two-point loss to the Lady Spartans.

PA fell behind 27-21 at halftime before rallying in the second half to get within range.

Mia Hopkins led the Lady Patriots with 16 points, and Grace O’Neill added 11. Liz Waleski chipped in with six points for PA.

Wyoming Area hung around with Tunkhannock – one of the top teams in the WVC – before the Lady Tigers pulled away in the fourth quarter for the 60-39 victory in a WVC Division II game on Monday night at the Wyoming Area Secondary Center in Exeter.

The Lady Warriors trailed by eight after the first quarter but played the 15-win Lady Tigers close to even for the next two periods, trailing 43-34 entering the fourth quarter.

But Tunkhannock used a 17-5 spurt over the final eight minutes to pull away from Wyoming Area (5-16 overall, 0-6 division, 1-11 district), sending the Lady Warriors to their seventh consecutive defeat.

Serra Degnan scored 12 points to lead the Lady Warriors on the offensive end. Abby Thornton and Sara Radzwilka added eight points each for WA, and Ashlee Blannett chipped in with five.

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Pittston Area’s Ryan Joyce.

But Frank Ardo recaptured the lead for the Patriots with a 16-1 technical fall victory at the 5:31 mark of the 160-pound bout. Ardo’s fall gave the Patriots an 11-6 lead, which they never looked back from.

The pins continued to flow for the Patriots as Falcone got the pin over Petroski at 170, and Pat Nallin pinned Jude Polit-Moran at 182-pounds.

John Minich then earned a win by forfeit increasing the Patriots lead to 29-6. Wyoming Area’s Shawn Whiting also earned a win by forfeit at 220 pounds to get the Warriors those points back.

But Chris Wesolowski gave the Patriots another six points with a pin over Carl Zielinski at the 1:34

mark of the heavyweight bout.

Shaun Vazquez then earned a forfeit win at 106 pounds, bringing the Warriors within 35-18.

At 113-pounds, Pittston Area’s David Dileo earned a pin against Nick Hromek at the 3:07 mark of the bout.

“Out of nowhere Dave got an ankle and that was one of the best takedowns I have seen him hit yet,” Woodall said. “He is coming off of an injury and he is starting to get back into it. He looks good.”

Tyler Lutecki carried the momentum from Dileo’s pin to earn a 16-0 technical fall over Eric Filipiak at 120-pounds to put PA ahead 46-18.

Wyoming Area stopped the run and got a much needed six points when Carmen Mauriello pinned Pittston Area’s Dan Gambini at

126-pounds “Carm looked good. I wanted to match him up with Lutecki, but I am glad he was able to get a win and get back on the right track heading into postseason,” Mytych said.

Shaun O’Malley finished the meet with a pin over Pittston Area’s Justin Pagliante. O’Malley’s pin came at the 1:39 mark of the 132-pound bout.

“O’Malley is a great wrestler,” Mytych said. “Unfortunately he is a senior. I wish he was a freshman, because he has so much talent.”

This week’s schedule

Friday PA at District 2 Class 3A Championships At Hazleton Area

WA at District 2 Class 2A Championships at Lake-Lehman Saturday PA at District 2 Class 3A Championships At Hazleton Area WA at District 2 Class 2A Championships at Lake-Lehman Records

1. Andrew Schutz, WA......21-2 2. Jamie Scarantino, PA....24-5 3. Angelo Lussi, PA..........20-7 4. Nick Heck, WA.............19-6 5. Tyler Lutecki, PA ..........17-9 6. Nick O’Brien, WA ........16-7 Pins

1t. Andrew Schutz, WA........12 3. Nick O’Brien, WA............11 4t. Jamie Scarantino, PA ........9 4t. Chris Wesolowski, PA ......9 6. Frank Ardo, PA ..................8 Quickest Pins

1t. Angelo Lussi, PA..........0:15 1t. Carl Zielinski, WA .......0:15 3. Corey Popovich, WA.....0:21 4. Jamie Scarantino, PA....0:22 5t. Jamie Scarantino, PA...0:25 5t. Andrew Schutz, WA....0:25 5t. Andrew Schutz, WA....0:25 8. Carl Zielinski, WA........0:33 9. Justin Wilk, PA .............0:34 10. Corey Popovich, WA ..0:38 11. Chris Wesolowski, PA .0:44 12. Angelo Lussi, PA ........0:50 * as of Feb. 17

1t. Angelo Lussi, PA .............13

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Pittston Area's Tyler Lutecki, back, wrestles Wyoming Area's Eric Filipiak in the 120-pound bout.

Wyoming Area's Andy Schultz, top, wrestles Pittston Area's Kevin Weslowski in the 138-pound bout in Yatesville on Wednesday night.

Wyoming Area's Nick Hromek, right, wrestles Pittston Area's Dave Dileo in the 113-pound bout in Yatesville on Wednesday night.

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WA grid parents hosting Night at the Races The Wyoming Area Football Parents Association will hold a Night at the Races on March 3 at St. Barbara’s Parish Center in Exeter. Doors open at 6 p.m., with races beginning at 7 p.m. Admission is $5 for the 21-and-over only event. Food and drinks will be provided. Horses cost $10 each.

The WAFPA is also seeking sponsors for the event. For more information, call Dan Resciniti at 814-5103 or visit the group website at www.wyomingareafootball.org. All proceeds benefit the Wyoming Area Football Program.

GP Sr. Legion reorganizing

The Greater Pittston Senior Legion is reorganizing for the 2012 season.

All current and prospective players are asked to call 655-1919 and leave a message, including name and phone number, to begin the registration process.

Duryea Wildcats to meet

The Duryea Wildcats organization will have a meeting on February 21 at 6 p.m. at the P.A.C.C (across from the Dupont Little League).

Anyone interested in volunteering or coaching can inquire at this meeting. All are welcome to attend.

A/D LL registrations this week

Avoca/Dupont Little League will hold registrations at the upper Avoca Little League field clubhouse today and Monday from 6-8 p.m.

Registration fee is $60 per player and $75 per family.

Teener baseball sign-up fee is $60 each player. Programs include: tee-ball (ages 4-6), coach pitch (ages 7-8), minor softball and baseball (ages 8-10), major softball and baseball (ages 10-12), junior baseball (ages 13 & 14), senior baseball (ages 15 & 16), and big league baseball (ages 17 & 18).

WASPA meeting Tuesday

The Wyoming Area Softball Parents Association (WASPA) will conduct a meeting on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Wyoming Area Secondary Center Gymnasium Lobby. All parents of players in grades 7th thru 12th are urged to attend. Plans for upcoming fundraisers will be discussed at this time.

GP Jr. Legion seeking players

Any baseball players interested in joining the Greater Pittston Junior Legion Baseball program must contact rmusto369@comcast.net.

Cedar BMX Banquet set for March 4

The 2011 Cedar BMX awards banquet will be held March 4, from 1-4 p.m. at the Chinchilla Fire hall on Shady Lane Road, in Clarks Summit.

All riders and their families are encouraged to attend.

Please RSVP to candyrosie@lycos.com by Feb. 27. The 2011 track champions will receive their awards, and we will discuss plans for the upcoming season, which is scheduled to begin March 24.

JTLL monthly meeting

Dupont Softball signups

Spring signups for Greater Pittston Youth Soccer have been set for Tuesday, Feb. 21 and Thursday, Feb. 23 from 6:30-8:30 p.m., and Wednesday, Feb. 29 from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Exeter Scout Home in the rear of the Exeter Boro Building on the corner of Wyoming Avenue and Lincoln Street, Exeter.

Cost is $25 if you do not need uniform and $40 with a uniform. For more info, visit http://stonersoccer.org/.

The Dupont Softball/Teeball League will be holding signups at the Dupont Fieldhouse, 200 Elm St, Dupont on Sunday, Feb.19 from noon to 3 p.m.; and Monday, Feb. 20 from 6 to 9 p.m., and Tuesday, Feb. 21 from 6 to 9 p.m.

The league as no residential boundary restrictions, and is open to all children from the Greater Pittston area as well as surrounding communities. Teeball is for boys or girls ages 4 to 7; and softball for girls ages 7 to 17. Cost is $25 per player for teeball, and $50 for 1 player, $85 for two players or $110 for three players from the same family for softball.

There is no league fundraiser required.

For more info, call Bob at 881-8744 or visit http://dupontsoftball.clubspaces.com.

Inaugural Big Blue Devil Golf Classic set

The inaugural Big Blue Devil Golf Classic will take place May 20 at the Blue Ridge Trail Golf Club.

Cost for the Captain and Crew event will be $125 per golfer or $500 per foursome. Cost includes cart and green fees, tournament dinner, cash prizes to flight winners and runners-up, scats, prizes and tournament golf shirt.

To register your team, email BigBlueDevilClassic@gmail.com or 570-650-9356. Spots in the tournament are expected to go fast, so reservations are required as soon as possible.

Scholarship sponsorships are available for $250; Hole sponsorships for $100; and a $50 patron sponsorship is also available. All sponsorships will be advertised at this year’s tournament and other events to take place this year.

Donations are tax deductible.

If you cannot play and wish to make a donation to the Richard P. Notari Sr. Scholarship Fund, you can mail donations care of Rick Notari, 13 Lincoln St., Old Forge, PA 18518. Checks can be made payable to the Richard P. Notari Sr. Scholarship Fund.

JTLL registrations set

Jenkins Township Little League have scheduled its third and fourth registration periods.

The third registration period will be held Wednesday from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Jenkins Twp. Field House at the Little League Field Complex.

Fees due at sign up are $65 for Major/Minor Baseball/ Softball, $55 for Coach Pitch, $50 for T-Ball and $75 for Teeners. Additional child cost is $30 with no rebate for Teeners.

Please bring a copy of child’s Birth Certificate and three Proofs of Residency. Forms and information can be found at www.jenkinstwplittleleague.com. Any player who wishes to sign up after the third registration date will be assessed a $20 late fee. If you can not sign up by one of the registration dates, please let us know so we can make other arrangements.

The fourth and final registration period will be held Sunday, March 4 at 12:30 p.m. at the same location as the third signup period.

PTLL sets final registration

The Pittston Twp. Little League will hold final registration for the upcoming 2012 tee-ball, baseball and softball season on Wednesday at the Pittston Twp. Municipal Building from 6 to 8 p.m.

Registration fee is $50 per player and $75 per family.

Little League Divisions include, Little League, Girls Softball, and Junior/Senior LL. The league is open to children of Pittston Twp. and Hughestown.

All new players must provide copy of birth certificate and proof of residency. T-ball players must be 5 by May 1, 2012. Questions can be directed to Nick at 690-2748.

JTLL sets Field Prep Day

There will be a Field Preparation Day on Saturday, March 10 from 8 a.m.-12 p.m.. All managers and coaches must be present on this day for field preparations for the upcoming season. If you can not make it on this day, you must designate someone to be there in your absence. An alternate day will be scheduled in case of inclement weather.

Softball league calls players, teams

The County Line Girls Softball League, a newly formed ASA Rec League with no boundary restrictions, open to all girls, ages 7-17, is seeking players or teams to participate in a fun and friendly league with minimal travel.

Girls Softball towns already signed up include Dupont, Taylor and Minooka Call Bob at 881-8744 for more information or visit http://dupontsoftball.clubspaces.com Warrior Legacy

The Wyoming Area Football Alumni Association is collecting old Warrior football programs, Sunday Dispatch Goalpost editions, and other printed memorabilia for posting on the internet. The Warrior Legacy Project can be viewed at www.wyomingareafootball.org Thus far, with the exception of 1981 and 1985, all programs since 1980 have been posted. Programs and printed materials from 1966 to 1979 are needed. Pictures of cheerleaders and coaches are also being captured and will be posted at a later date.

Anyone who has a 1981 or 1985 Warrior football program, or programs printed from 1966 to 1979, is asked to contact Nick Perugini at nperugini@aol.com. Materials will be scanned and returned promptly to the owner.

Pace Setter 3-on-3

The Pace Setter Athletic Club of Northeastern Pa. will conduct a 3 on 3 tournament and skills contest day on Sunday, April 1 at the Greater Scranton YMCA in Dunmore.

Action begins at noon with a one-hour instructional clinic, followed by 3-on-3 competition and shooting and skills contests for three-player teams of boys and girls in grades 6-7-8.

A Pizza Party, NCAA Final Four coverage and additional YMCA activities are also included.

For further information contact; Pace Setter A.C. at 347-7018 or 575-0941 or e-mail pacesetterbasketball@verizon.net.

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The Jenkins Twp. LL will hold its monthly meeting on Sunday, March 4 from 12-12:30 p.m. upstairs at the Jenkins Twp. Fieldhouse at the Little League Field Complex.

Items to be discussed are 2012 season preparations and golf tournament. All interested parents are welcome.

GP Stoners Youth Soccer signups set

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Pittston Area playoff bound Pats, Lady Pats play Fri-Sat, OF plays Feb. 28-29

By Rick Notari

Dispatch Staff

It came down to the last game of the season, but the Pittston Area boys’ basketball team is in the district playoffs.

The Patriots win over Wyoming Area, coupled with Lake-Lehman’s loss to Wyoming Seminary on Friday night, earned Coach Alan Kiesinger’s cagers the final Wyoming Valley Conference berth in the upcoming District 2 Class 3A playoffs.

According to Dispatch calculations (WVC berths are determined by a complicated point system), Pittston Area will take on Crestwood – the WVC top seed on Friday, Feb. 24 in the district quarterfinals at a site and time to be determined. The Comets beat the Patriots twice this season.

Dallas and Tunkhannock will be second and third WVC seeds depending on the result of their Division II championship game.

Holy Redeemer is the fourth WVC seed.

Scranton Prep is the top Lackawanna League Class 3A team and has earned a berth into the district bracket. The winners of last night’s Valley View v. Abington Heights and Honesdale at North Pocono will be the other LL representatives.

The Class 3A semis are Tuesday, Feb. 28 with the championship tilt on Friday, March 2.

The official District 2 brackets should be released today, and can be found at www.piaad2.org.

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Girls Class 3A

Pittston Area will be either the No. 3 or No. 4 team out of WVC according to Dispatch numbers.

The Lady Patriots are currently tied with Crestwood for those two spots.

A win in the WVC Division I title game by Pittston Area tomorrow would earn it the third seed, but a loss drops them to No. 4 as Crestwood holds a tiebreaker advantage in victories over teams in the same class.

Should the Lady Patriots take the third seed, they would face the Valley View-Honesdale winner on Feb. 25 at a site and time to be determined. If they are the No. 4 seed they would take on top Lackawanna League seed Scranton Prep.

Holy Redeemer is the WVC top seed and Nanticoke is the No. 2 seed. Dallas is No. 5.

The Class 3A semis are Wednesday, Feb. 29 with the title game set for Saturday, March 3.

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Lauren Carey led the Blue Devils with 12 points – nine of which came in the first half. The sophomore also hauled in six rebounds and made four steals. Taylor Nemetz chipped in with f ive steals and four assists for Old Forge (15-6 overall, 5-2 division, 10-4 district).

Dispatch Staff Writer Rick Notari contributed to this report.

This week’s schedule

Monday WVC-1 Championship PA v. Valley West at Holy Redeemer Saturday D2 Class 3A Quarterf inals PA v. TBA

Boys Class 1A

Old Forge will earn either the No. 1 or No. 2 seed based on a coin flip held today by the District 2 committee. The Blue Devils finish tied With Susquehanna for the top record in the Class 1A field with all tiebreakers being exhausted.

A win of the flip sets Old Forge up with a game against MMI Prep, the No. 4 seed. Should the Blue Devils lose the flip, they will take on Forest City.

The Class 1A semis are set for Tuesday, Feb. 28 with the championship game slated for March 2.

Girls Class 1A

Old Forge is the second seed, finishing one game behind Forest City for the top seed in the District 2 Class 1A Girls’ playoffs.

Despite a worse overall record, the defending champion Lady Foresters earned the top seed with an 11-3 Lackawanna League Division III record while Old Forge went 10-4 in the LLD2. The Blue Devils – who beat the Lady Foresters on the road in mid December – finished the season at 15-6 while Forest City finished at 11-9.

The other teams in the tournament include, No. 3 seed Northwest (13-8), No. 4 seed Blue Ridge (2-19), No. 5 seed Susquehanna (2-20), and No. 6 seed MMI Prep (2-19).

The quarterfinals will take place Saturday, Feb. 25 with the semifinals scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 29. The title game will be held Saturday, March 3. All games will be played at a neutral site.

Pictured at top, Old Forge senior Kelci Wolfe takes a shot in a win over Holy Cross. Above left, Lauren Carey eyes the basket on a breakaway. Above right, Teri Vieira is fouled on her way to the basket, PHOTOS BY BILL TARUTIS and Rhyan Barnic dribbles past a HC defender.

UNDEFEATED Pittston Area goes 10-0 to win WVC D-III crown

By Rick Notari

Dispatch Staff

Pittston Area dominated in the pool on Senior Day, winning all 11 events – sweeping seven of them – on its way to completing an undefeated Wyoming Valley Conference Division III season with a 150-32 victory over Dunmore on Wednesday afternoon at the Pittston Area Pool in Yatesville.

Freshman Mia Nardone led the way for the Lady Patriots, winning four events, including posting a season-best time for Pittston Area in an event she didn’t swim all season.

Nardone turned in a time of 59.71 in the 100 Free – almost two seconds better than the previous best time this season by a PA swimmer.

She also won the 200 Free for the Lady Patriots and teamed with Irene Mangan, Lauren Dragon and Tiffany Smith to win the 200 Free Relay, and with Smith, Nina Fischer and Liz Scialpi to win the 400 Free Relay.

Fischer added a victory in the 500 Free in a season-best time of 6:47.88, and a second-place finish in the 200 Free. Smith added a second-place finish in the 200 IM and Kosik placed second in the 50 Free and 100 Free.

Sam Scialpi added three victories for PA, winning the 50 Free in 27.01, the 100 Back in 1:12.40, and the 200 Medley Relay with Sarah Kosik, Kaitlyn Brady and Liz Scialpi.

Emily Seaman won the 200 IM for the Lady Patriots, and finished second in the 100 Fly. Lauren Senese won the 100 Fly in a time of 1:12.40, and placed third in the 100 Back.

Antoinette Antonnacci won the 100 Breast, and Ashley Beers took the Diving competition.

PA 122, Lehman 61

WA 70, Coughlin 106

Wyoming Area managed just three victories in a 106-70 loss to Coughlin in a WVC Division III meet on Wednesday afternoon at the Kistler Pool in South WilkesBarre.

Amy Alder won two of the events for the Lady Warriors, winning the 200 Free in a time of 2:31.15, and the 500 Free in a time of 6:45.43.

Keirstin Lasher won the other event, taking the Diving portion.

Tia Brown added two secondplace finishes for WA in the 50 Free and 100 Free. Nina Cruz also earned a second-place finish in the 200 IM, and placed third in the 100 Flky.

BOYS PA 84, Lehman 47

Brandon Winters won two events, and Tyler Cummings and Nick Remsky each won an event and earned a second-place finish to lead Pittston Area to an 84-47 victory over Lake-Lehman in a non-conference meet on Tuesday afternoon in the Back Mountain.

Winters took the 50 Free and the 100 Back. Cummings won the 100 Free in a season-best time of 56.7, and Remsky won the 100 Breast in a season-best time of 1:16.59.

Cummings finished second in the 50 Free to Winters, and Remsky took second in the 200 IM. Scott Sayer added a win for PA with a victory in the 200 Free.

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Dworak was recruited by other schools but she chose Kutztown

because she decided the others were farther away from home than she wanted to be.

“I’m grateful to be able to play

Division II field hockey at Kutztown and I’m excited to play with (Kutztown field hockey Head Coach) Betty Wesner,” said Dworak.

Kutztown plays in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC).

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Pittston Area swept all three relay races – and the 100 Free and Diving events – on its way to a 122-61 victory over Lake-Lehman in a non-conference meet against Lake-Lehman on Tuesday afternoon in the Back Mountain.

In the 100 Free, Tiffany Smith paced the field for PA with a

104:40, finishing ahead of teammates Sarah Kosik and Lauren Senese. In the Diving portion of the meet, Theresa Domarosky won the event with Ashley Beers and Lauren Dragon finishing second and third respective.

Sam Scialpi added a victory for the Lady Patriots, winning the 50 Free in a time of 26.78, and placed second in the 100 Back.

Mia Nardone also garnered a first and two second-place finishes, winning the 100 Fly in a time of1:06.03 while placing second in the 200 Free and 200 IM. Antoinette Antonnacci added a win in the 100 Breast in a time of 1:21.25 for PA, and Nina Fischer won the 500 Free in season-best time of 6:48.48.

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It’s mating time for Pepé le Pew First of all, for all you younger readers, please allow me to give the Wikipedia definition for Pepe le Pew. Pepé le Pew is a fictional character in the Warner Bros. Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series of cartoons, first introduced in 1945. A French Skunk that always strolls around in Paris in the springtime, when everyone’s thoughts are of "love", Pepé is constantly seeking "l’amour" of his own. However, he has two huge turnoffs to any prospective mates: his malodorous scent, and he cannot take ’no’ for an answer, blissfully convinced that the girl is flirting with him, even when she physically assaults him. In short, he’s looking for a mate and that brings me to this week’s article.

It’s that time of year again. The skunks are getting active and looking for mates. Most of the skunk population will be mating in the next month or so. This means we will start smelling more of them in our backyards and on roadways. I counted four dead skunks on my way to work this morning and I have given out the skunk recipe several times in the past two weeks. This means they are already on the move.

Many people consider skunks to be odorous, obnoxious pests that don’t belong in our neighborhoods. However, these animals have some beneficial habits.

They are veracious eaters and they kill insects and rodents.

The striped skunks we normally see wondering the streets of our small towns usually weigh between four to ten pounds.

That’s about the size of a small

to your veterinarian. Skunks can sometimes carry rabies. So remember, you can see and smell skunks anytime now because it’s mating time for Pepe Le Pew. No More Holes In The Back

OUTDOORS WITH JAKE

By Don Jacobs

house-cat. Besides the white strip down its back is also has triangular shaped head and a long large bushy tail. But perhaps this animal is best known for the smell it leaves behind as a defense mechanism. The strong musk characteristic of skunks is launched from two scent glands in its behind. All skunks have the ability to shoot the nauseating musk from their glands and they can do so accurately up to ten feet. Contrary to popular belief they are capable of spraying their musk several times.

Every pet owner fears that their dog or cat will have a confrontation with a skunk. This usually means be sprayed or bitten. Skunks are nocturnal animals and that’s when the most problems take place. It is probably a good idea to watch your pet a little more closely in the evening and especially now that it’s their mating season. Male skunks get quite vicious when competing for a mate. In fact,

males and females will fight making it quite common for one or both animals to frequently spray their musk. Litters of four to eight young are born 9 weeks after mating. The young skunks stay with the female for several months, but usually begin to disperse by mid to late summer.

Ok enough of the skunk biology lesson. Skunks can also cause severe damage to gardens and lawns while searching for grubs and other insects. They are often attracted to residential areas by the availability of food, water, and shelter. They can be encouraged to leave by reducing or eliminating one or all of the above. Remove unused pet food and water bowls at night, and keep tight fitting lids on garbage cans. Be sure to store pet food in animal proof containers. The key here is to get rid of the animals before you get sprayed. Everyone reacts differently to skunk musk. It could cause mild irritation to severe headache, nausea,

vomiting, and burning of eyes and nostrils. No diseases are known to be transmitted through the smelly juice.

The most effective way to get rid of the smell from your pet is a formula derived from common household products. I call it the “Skunk Recipe”.

SKUNK RECIPE 1 quart of 3% hydrogen peroxide formula (from a pharmacy) 1/4 cup baking soda 1 tsp. liquid soap Mix together and wash animal, being careful to keep mixture out of animal’s eyes, nose, and mouth. Rinse with tap water.

The eyes of both humans and family pets could be irritated by the musk. First rinse the eyes gently with clear water, bathe with a "No Tears" shampoo taking special care around the eyes, then rinse with clear water. You may use any over-the-counter eye drops as a final soothing eye treatment. If your pet was bitten by the skunk, take it immediately

You don’t have to wear your hunting or trapping license on your back anymore. Starting last Monday, hunters and trappers no longer have to display their licenses on an outer garment, but they still must have their licenses in their possession while a field, as well as a secondary form of identification, such as a driver’s license. The Game Commission has been pushing for this change for years. But based on the rules in Pennsylvania it took a House Bill to be approved and signed by the Governor to remove the antiquated requirement.

The Commission hopes that with the new license format, this change in the law will make hunting less complicated, improve license management by hunters and trappers, and limit the inconveniences and troubles associated with lost or misplaced licenses. Now, our hunters and trappers can simply put their licenses in their pockets or wallets, along with the required secondary form of identification. I do recommend that you keep them away from any form of heat like the dash of your vehicle or the clothes dryer. It will cause the material to shrivel and turn black.

Be sure to watch Pennsylvania Outdoor Life tonight at 6:30 on WNEP-TV. We will take you beaver trapping with a real expert. Have a great day!

Barber, Waleski have Lady Patriots playing for title

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team. Barber says the team just meshes this year and they all have conf idence in each other.

“I think our experience and knowledge of basketball helps the team this year,” said Barber who was averaging 7.5 points per game heading into the season-f inale against cross-river rival Wyoming Area.

As f irst-year players at the

varsity level, it would have been natural to think there would have been an adjustment period for the duo. That has not been the case though. “(The adjustment) has been pretty good. I knew Grace and Mia my entire life and they made it easy on me,” said Waleski, who along with Barber has started every game for the Lady Patriots this season. “Doing summer leagues helps get

ready for the season. I’m only a freshman so I still have a lot to learn.”

One thing that has helped out the freshmen girls has been the support their team has offered them. Both girls have said their teammates have always been willing to help them and they are there for them whenever they need them.

“The older girls have def initely taken them under their

wing. Everyone has embraced them,” said Healey.

Barber and Waleski both have fathers that are varsity coaches which may be a big reason for their success this season. Each of their fathers brings them different aspects to help improve their game.

“My dad has helped me by telling me the little things I do wrong and just how to get better,” said Waleski, who’s father Stan a former boys’

varsity coach at Pittston Area.

“When I have an issue, he always knows how to calm me down,” said Barber, whose dad Steve is the wrestling coach at Valley West.

“He always has good advice and he’s good at motivating.”

With Allie and Liz complimenting Pittston Area’s top players, it is easy to see why the team has been at the top of their game this season.

February 15, 2012 Ramon P. Moretti, 65, of Dupont, died February 15, 2012 at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Plains Township.

Born on April 27, 1946, in Nanticoke, he was a son of the late Fred L. and Ruth Bronson Moretti Sr. He graduated from Greater Nanticoke Area High School in 1964. A veteran of the Vietnam War, Ramon served with the U.S. Army from 1965 to 1968. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with device 60 and attained the rank of 1st Lieutenant.

After his military service, he resided in Washington State for a number of years before returning to this area. He was last employed at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Plains Township, in the records department, retiring in 2011.

He was also preceded in death by a sister, Linda Cobb in 1997.

Surviving are his brother, Fred Moretti, and his wife, Ursula, Midlothian, Va.; and a niece, Lee Ann Yingling, her husband, Michael, and their four children of Chesterfield, Va. A memorial service was held Feb. 18 from Davis-Dinelli Funeral Home, Nanticoke, with pastor Timothy G. Hall, of Nebo Baptist Church, Nanticoke, officiating. Private interment Maple Grove Cemetery, Pikes Creek.

Nancy Ribaudo February 16, 2012 Nancy Ribaudo, of Pittston, died February 16, 2012, in Pittston.

She was born February 1, 1939, in Pittston, daughter of the late Leonardo Ribaudo and Mary (Barella) Ribaudo She loved casinos and horse racing.

Surviving are brothers, Sam Ribaudo, Pittston; Leo and wife Gloria Ribaudo, Pittston; Joe and wife Margaret Ribaudo, Las Vegas, Nev.; sisters, Caroline Golomb, Bethlehem; Betty Olivieri, Old Forge; niece and caretaker Debby Gilchrist; and many loving nieces

and nephews as well as greatnieces and great-nephews.

Funeral Services are entrusted to Graziano Funeral Home, Pittston Township. Viewing hours will be held today from 4 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 9:30 a.m. from St. Joseph Marello Parish (St. Rocco’s RC Church), Pittston. Interment St. Rocco’s RC Cemetery Pittston Township. The family would like to thank Hospice of The Sacred Heart. Also, the family would like to give special thanks to Donna, Patty and Joyce of their compassion and care in their time of need.

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to its only PIAA Eastern Final appearance of the modern era in 2001, and Mischello and Jared Yanniello led the Blue Devils to their first Lackawanna League title in more than 45 years in 2004. The younger Yanniello, along with Semenza, led Old Forge to its best record in a little over seven decades when the Blue Devils went 28-1 in 200607.

February 16, 2012 Thomas M. Kudrak, age 93, of Stratford, CT, husband of the late Elinor Breawa Kudrak, died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on February 16, 2012.

Tom was born on July 1, 1918 in Pittston to the late Michael and Mary (Stofan) Kudrak. After high school, he was a bulldozer operator in the Civilian Conservation Corp in Lock Haven. Tom then served in the United States Army Transportation Corps stationed in the Aleutian Islands from March 1942 to October 1945.

Tom is survived by four children, James Kudrak, Susan Kudrak,Ralph Kudrak and Laura DiBartolomeo; four grandchildren, Michael Kudrak, Adrienne Zaleski, Matthew Kudrak and Joshua Pollack; two brothers, John Kudrak and Daniel Kudrak; two sisters, Pauline Olsen and Martha Lock; and many nieces, nephews and friends.

He was also predeceased by; three brothers, infant Leo, Paul and Edward; and two sisters, Ann Morris and Agnes Shoback.

Friends may call on Monday from 3-7 p.m. at the Pistey Funeral Home, 2155 Main Street, Stratford, CT. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Name of Jesus Church, Stratford, CT. Interment with military honors will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull, CT. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Stratford Senior Services, Baldwin Center, 1000 West Broad St., Stratford, CT 06615 or Raymond T. Goldbach VFW Post 9460, 100 Veterans Blvd., Stratford, CT 06615.

Paul D. Jobson, Sr. February 16, 2012 Paul D. Jobson Sr., age 74, of Kingston, died February 16, 2012 at the Regional Hospital, Scran-

ton.

Born in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late Lawson W. and Marguerite Bateson Jobson. He was a graduate of Upper Darby High School, Class of 1955, and attended St. Joseph’s University, Philadelphia. Paul was a member of the United States Marine Corps and served aboard the U.S.S. Saratoga.

Paul had been employed with Josten’s American Yearbook Company and in later years by Wilkes-Barre Area Vo-Tech

School in Plains Township. An avid golfer, Paul had been a former golf coach for the E.L. Meyers High School. He was formerly active with Back Mountain Youth Sports. He was a member of the Dallas American Legion Post 672 where he enjoyed shooting pool.

Also preceding him in death were a son, Paul D. Jobson Jr., and brothers, Lawson Ward Jobson and William Robert Jobson.

Surviving are son Scott D. Jobson and wife, Annie, Exeter; daughter, Jill D. Jobson, Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.; former wife, Joyce Holsomback Jobson, Harveys Lake; granddaughters, Katie and Emily

Jobson; daughter-in-law, Sharon Jobson, Pittston; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Harold C. Snowdon Funeral Home, 140 N. Main Street, Shavertown. Reverend Mr. Thomas M. Cesarini will officiate. Military Honors will be conducted Monday at the funeral home.

Friends may call today from 4 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Luzerne County SPCA, 524, E. Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, 18702 or to the American Diabetes Association, 63 N. Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, 18701.

Vincent P. Cella February 16, 2012 Vincent P. Cella, 86, of West Pittston, died Feb. 16, 2012, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township.

Born in West Pittston, on June 12, 1925, he was the son of the late Pasquale and Maria Oliveri Cella. He was a member of Corpus Christi Parish/Immaculate Conception Church, West Pittston.

Vincent was formerly employed at B.F. Goodrich Co., Walsh Brothers Plumbing and retired as caddy master at Fox Hill Country Club.

He was also preceded in death by his wife, Magdalena, in 2002; brothers Charles, Carmen, Anthony and Louis; sisters Ann Oleski, Clara Cella and Carmella Ventre.

Surviving are daughters, Margaret Wolcott and her husband, Jack, of Harding, and Maria Tarullo and her husband, David, of West Pittston; brother Frank Cella of Macungie; sister Josephine Fetch of Wyoming; grandchildren, Jessica Rusinski and her husband, Jesse; Brian Wolcott and Lindsay Wolcott;

Jason, Christopher and Patrick Tarullo; great-granddaughter, Olivia Rusinski; numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from the Anthony Recupero Funeral Home, 406 Susquehanna Ave., West Pittston, with Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, with Monsignor John Sempa officiating. Interment West Pittston Cemetery. Friends may call today from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

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Stephen Semenza (2007), and Jared Yanniello (2007).

Farrell, Lucarelli and Semenza were also named to the PA All-State team during their senior seasons. Rushefski, DiSimoni, Farrell and Anzelmi played during the “Golden Era” of Old Forge basketball when the Blue Devils dominated the Lackawanna League.

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George E. Cameli February 15, 2012 George E. Cameli, 83, of Dunmore, died peacefully on February 15, 2012 at the VNA Hospice Unit of Geisinger CMC, in the arms of his beloved wife, surrounded by his family. He was the husband of the former Elaine Sofranko. The couple celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary on August 4.

Born on July 3, 1928 in the Browntown section of Pittston, he was the son of the late Bernardo and Mary Tavaloni Cameli.

George was a 1946 graduate of Pittston Township High School where he played football and various other sports. After high school, he was employed by Franconi Auto Parts, Kingston before enlisting in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. George served as a Corporal stateside at several bases including Fort Knox, KY and Camp Pickett, VA where he developed his auto mechanic skills. After serving for two years he attended Temple University in Philadelphia and studied electronics. He then began his 30-year career at the Tobyhanna Army Depot as a supervisor in the electronic communications division. He traveled to Army bases in Germany, Switzerland, Italy, The Philippines, Japan, and other countries overseeing and repairing communi-

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cation systems.

George was a member of SS Anthony and Rocco Parish, Dunmore. He was an avid golfer and had served as president of the Municipal and Tobyhanna golf leagues for years. He enjoyed cooking and traveling across the country. He enjoyed a fabulous 28 years of retirement spending most winters in West Palm Beach, FL. His greatest enjoyment in life came from spending time with family, friends and especially his five grandsons. He will always be remembers as a kind and giving person who would do anything for anyone, unconditionally. The twinkle in his eye for his wife Elaine reflected the depth of love in his heart.

He was also preceded in death by siblings James Cameli, Frances Dellario, Lola Gross, and Joseph Cameli; a nephew, John Cameli, and a niece Krista Cameli.

Also surviving are three daughters, Susan and her husband, Dr. John Scanland, Clarks Summit; Maine and her husband, Kevin Keith, Lebanon; Sandy Cameli, Dalton; and dear family friend Karen Stroney; five grandsons, Craig and Brendan Scanland, Chris, Brian and Tyler Keith; sister Rosemary Balku-

nas, Taylor; and brothers Bernie Cameli, West Palm Beach, FL; and Eugene Cameli, Pittston.

A special thank you to caregivers Jason Manger, the Vinskovski Family, George Macko, Allied Services, CMC ICU, Dr. Serine and Dr. Alocci and staffs, and all who provided support for George over the years.

The funeral mass will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from St. Anthony of Padua Church, 302 Smith St., Dunmore. All friends attending the mass are asking to go directly to the church. Viewing will be held Monday from 3-7 p.m. at the John F. Glinsky Funeral Home, 445 Sanderson St., Throop.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Ann’s Basilica, 1250 St. Ann St., Scranton 18504 or St. Francis of Assisi Kitchen, 500 Penn Ave., Scranton 18509.

Beatrice E. (Serino) Montagna, of Pittston, died February 17, 2012 at Geisinger Medical Center Danville. Her husband is Salvatore Montagna.

Born in Pittston on July 11, 1942, she was a daughter of the late Stanley Serino and Anna (Redding) Serino-Davis. She was a graduate of Pittston High School, Class of 1959.

She was preceded in death by brothers Al and Stanley Serino; sister-in-law Tina Serino; and brothers-in-law John Anzalone, Joseph Scifano and Robert Kowalcyk.

She is survived by daughter Ann Marie Giarratano; sons Charles Montagna, and his wife Marianne; Salvatore Montagna, and his wife Ron-

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It is such a comfort to know so many people share our loss.

ica; and Joseph Montagna, and his wife Angela; sisters Maryann Persall, Ann Marie Kowalcyk, Eva Wojtowicz and Patricia Kreseski; brother John Serino; granddaughters Alyssa Giarratano and Ava Sophia and Zoe Montagna and Kristyn Giarratano; grandsons Ryan Montagna and Mark Montagna, and Nicholas Giarratano; great-granddaughter Ella Regina Phillips; brotherin-law Carmen and wife Nancy Montagna, sisters-in-law Leona and Patricia Montagna.

Funeral services are Tuesday at 9 a.m. from the Graziano Funeral Home with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Joseph Marello Parish (St. Rocco’s), Pittston. Interment St. Rocco’s Cemetery, Pittston Twp. Viewing will be held Monday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.

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The Rev. Gary T. Jones, 64, a resident of West Wyoming, died February 12, 2012 in Abington Memorial Hospital following a lengthy illness.

The Rev. Jones was born in Wilkes-Barre, son of the late John and Mary Reese Jones, was a graduate of the Class of 1965 of James M. Coughlin High School, Wilkes-Barre and received an associate’s degree from King’s College, WilkesBarre. He served two tours of duty with the U.S. Marine Corps in Vietnam and was discharged in 1969 with the rank of Sergeant. He later joined the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, West Pittston, and was discharged with the rank of First Lieutenant. He had owned and operated the Jones Offset Printing Co., West Wyoming, for more than 30 years and closed it in January 2011 due to ill health.

Pastor Jones had been a Licensed Minister of the Penn Northeast Conference of the United Church of Christ, Palmerton, Pa. He had done pulpit supply work in many churches throughout the Conference and had served as pastor of St. Luke’s UCC Church, Wilkes-Barre; Trinity UCC Church and First Congregational UCC Church, both of Scranton. He had been a member and was raised in Miner Congregational UCC Church, Wilkes-Barre, and was currently a member of First Reformed Church, Plymouth. He was a member of Wyoming Lodge 468, Free and Accepted Masons; the St. David’s Society of Wyoming Valley; WilkesBarre Detachment, Marine Corps League; the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. He had also been active in Little League and helped with the Junior Bowling League at Modern Lanes, Exeter. He served West Wyoming Borough as an auditor and as judge of

February 11, 2012 election.

He was also preceded in death by a sister, Mrs. Beverly Bella.

Surviving are his wife of 41 years, Catherine M. Herbert Jones, at home; daughters, Catherine Marie Miller and her husband, Clifton, West Pittston, and Amy Maslousky, at home; grandchildren, Gary A., Anthony, Carl III, Morgan, Felicia and Tatum; step-grandchildren, Becca, Charles, Christopher and Carmie; step-great-grandchild, Isabella; a brother, the Rev. Jack Jones, Wilkes-Barre, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral with full military honors by the U.S. Marine Corps was held Feb. 16 from the H. Merritt Hughes Funeral Home, Wilkes-Barre, with the Rev. Jack Jones, pastor, First Reformed Church, Plymouth, brother of the deceased, officiating. Interment Oak Lawn Cemetery, Hanover Township.

Donations in the Rev. Jones’ memory may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Grace V. Lawton February 14, 2012 Grace V. Lawton, 91, of Drums, entered into eternal rest on February 14, 2012, in Hazleton General Hospital.

Born in Ontario, Canada, she was a daughter of the late William and Mary (Bannon) Veals.

Grace arrived in the United States in 1948. She received her master’s degree in education from Columbia University.

Grace was a very brave and caring person who worked with disadvantaged youths in New York City. She was a member of the Mountain Top Quilting Club, and

volunteered at the Homework Club for Fairview Park, Mountain Top. She was appointed to the International Y.W.C.A. Conference in Norway, held just after the end of World War II. Grace was also a member of the Northern Westchester Ethical Culture Society of New York State. She loved to sew and knit and was an avid reader her entire life.

Grace was also preceded in death by her husband, Walter Lawton; daughter, Katherine; and sister, Dorothy Locklin.

She is survived by sons, Ri-

chard Lawton and his wife, Paula, Mountain Top, Bill Lawton, Nanticoke; daughter and caregiver, with whom she lived, Elizabeth Duryea and her husband, Howard, Drums; grandchildren, Jacob, Jessica and Allison; and sister, Eileen Veals, Lindsey, Ontario.

The funeral service was held Feb. 17 in McCune Funeral Home, Mountain Top. Interment at the convenience of the family.

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Alice M. Ernst, 63, of Wernersville, died February 11, 2012 in Reading Hospital. She was the wife of Lee E. Ernst, whom she married on June 14, 1969, in Dupont.

Born in Pittston, she was the daughter of Helen (Turkos) Mayhoff, Dupont, and the late Stanley Mayhoff. She was a graduate of Kutztown University in 1971. Alice was a lab manager for Willow Creek Animal Hospital, Leesport, for 18 years, retiring in 2000. She also was a substitute teacher in the Reading, Muhlenberg, Governor Mifflin and Schuylkill Valley school districts. She was a member of St. Alban’s Episcopal, Wilshire, where she enjoyed singing in the choir for over 40 years. Alice was an avid

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Rose Williams

OBITUARIES

February 12, 2012 Rose Williams, 71, formerly of Pittston, died February 12, 2012, at Highland Manor and Convalescent Home, Exeter. She was the wife of Archie Williams, Pittston.

Rose was a daughter of the late Ross and Pauline Bufalino Shandra.

Also surviving are children, Paulette Musto, Plains Township, Steven, Hughestown, Archie Williams, Duryea, Brian,

Pittston; grandchildren, Brien Speck, Justin Williams, Ashley Harper, Joe and Kevin Musto, Shawn, Erick, Jeremy, Samantha, Mirion, Dayna Williams; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Jimmy Shandra.

Memorial service was held Feb. 18 at the Yeosock Funeral Home, Plains Township, with the Rev. Reginald H. Thomas officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to family.

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Dorothy Hoover, 94, of Metuchen, NJ died February 10, 2012 at JFK Medical Center, Edison.

Born in Pittston, she resided in Metuchen, NJ since 1957. She was a parishioner of St. Francis Cathedral Metuchen and had previously been employed by the News Tribune as a proof reader.

She was also preceded in death by her husband Charles Hoover (d.1988).

Surviving are her children Robert Hoover and his wife Patricia of Naples, FL; Carla Callahan of Skaneateles, NY; Jeffrey Hoover and his

wife Maryann of Metuchen, NJ; and Christopher Hoover and his wife Anne Marie of Keansburg; grandchildren Michael Hoover, Jeffrey Callahan, Scott Hoover, Timothy Callahan, Craig Hoover, Kelly Hartsgrove and Bradford Hoover; great grandchildren Charles, Thomas, Daniel, Katherine, Karalyn and Emma.

Funeral services were held Feb. 13 at Costello-Runyon Funeral Home, Metuchen followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Francis Cathedral, Metuchen, NJ. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Wyoming.

Pastor Leo A. Mancini February 10, 2012

Pastor Leo A. Mancini, 57, of Waymart, died February 10, 2012 at the Northeast Pa. Hospice unit at Regional Hospital of Scranton after a brief illness. He and his wife, the former Cindy Snyder, celebrated 36 years of marriage on September 27.

Born in Wilkes-Barre, son of Leo J. and Florence Alfonso Mancini of Pittston, he resided most of his life in Pittston before moving to Waymart 12 years ago. Leo was a former member

of the well-known band Abilene of Northeast Pa. In 1994, he was an assistant pastor at the Berean Baptist Church in Wilkes-Barre, and while serving there was ordained to gospel ministry. In 2000 he took the pastorate at The First Baptist Church of Waymart, where he faithfully served until very recently due to his illness. The ministries that were of utmost importance to him and dearest to his heart were the C.E.F., the Scranton Rescue Mission and his church.

He is also survived by four sons, Joseph and wife Marie, James and wife Lisa, Justin and

Robert J. Muchler February 12, 2012 Mr. Robert J. Muchler, age 64, of Ashley, died February 12, 2012 at the Wilkes-Barre General Hospi-

tal.

He was born in Wilkes-Barre a son of the late Ira and Jean Wilde Muchler and attended the Plymouth schools. He had been selfemployed for most of his life as a handyman, carpenter and had a

lawn care business. He also had been employed by Offset Paperback for four years. Mr. Muchler had attended the First Welsh Baptist Church, Plymouth.

He was also preceded in death by his grandparents William and Jennie Wilde; a sister, Diane Dopko, and a nephew, Yancee Muchler.

He is survived by sons, Robert, Kingston; Michael and Tim, both of Wilkes-Barre; and Adam, Allentown; brother, Wil-

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Walter E. Chamberlain Jr., age 84, of Lehman Township, died February11, 2012 at the WilkesBarre General Hospital.

Mr. Chamberlain was born January 12, 1928, in Westfield, N.J., and was the son of the late Walter E. Jr. and Edith Rhoades Collins Chamberlain. After graduating from high school, Walter served in the Navy during the Korean Conflict. He owned a landscaping business in Huntsville for many years and also was employed by TV Reader Service, Forty Fort, and retired from Scranton Lithograph, Pittston. Walter attended the Grace Community Church in Dallas. Mr. Chamberlain was a

well-loved man in the community and was dedicated to his beloved family who will miss him dearly.

He loved music and was an accomplished classical pianist.

Surviving are his loving wife of 56 years, the former Joyce Oncay; sons, Walter E. Chamberlain and his wife, Karen, and Scott N. Chamberlain and his wife, Myrtle, all of Lehman; daughter, April Compton, and her husband, Harry, of Toccoa, Ga.; grandchildren, Andrew, Brenda, Sabrina, Christopher, Zachary, Nicolette and Joshua; brothers, Francis, of Lake Silkworth, and Robert, of Pittston.

Funeral services were held Feb. 15 from the Swanson Funeral Home, Pikes Creek, with the Rev. Roland Preisler, officiating. Interment Lehman Center Cemetery, Lehman Township.

wife Margaret, and Joel, all of Pittston; a sister, Sheila Mancini, Pittston; seven grandchildren, Joey, Jacob, Mykayla, Liam, Kara, Evan and Luciano; many brothers-in-law and sisters-inlaw; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

The funeral was held Feb. 15 from The First Baptist Church of Waymart. Interment was in Pittston Cemetery.

Donations may be made to The First Baptist Church of Waymart, 344 Honesdale Road, Waymart, 18472 Arrangements by the Jenkins Funeral Home, Waymart.

Frank J. Loux of Wilkes-Barre died February 8, 2012, at home with his loving family.

Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was a graduate from St. Mary’s High School and an employee at Pep-

si-Cola for 32 years. He was a son of the late Henry Loux and Mary McNally-Loux.

He was also preceded in death by his son, Robert.

Surviving him are his wife, Audrey Brown-Loux; daughters, Michele Totten, Wilkes-Barre, Laura Mullery and Christa Loux, both from Hanover Town-

liam, Ashley; sisters, Catherine Nesler, Shavertown; Donna Gyle, Ashley; Jackie Zampetti, Wyoming; Elizabeth Henderson, Plains Township; numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service was held Feb. 14 from the William A. Reese Funeral Chapel, Plymouth, with the Rev. Anita J. Ambrose officiating.

ship; brother, John Loux, Nebraska; sisters, Catherine, Connecticut, Ann, Kingston, and Margaret, Exeter; 13 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren.

The Loux family would like to thank all of the nurses and caregivers from Hospice of Sacred Heart.

Gerald J. Connell February 10, 2012 Gerald J. Connell, 73, of Jenkins Township, died February 10, 2012, at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Plains Township.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, the former Elizabeth "Betty" Kirkpatrick Connell;

daughters, Betty Lou Connell, Gerri McDonald and husband Marty; Trish Ratchford and husband Dave; Kathleen Connell Karl; sons, Joseph and Fran Connell; four grandchildren, Patrick and Meghan McDonald, Brandon Connell and Alyx Karl; sis-

ters, Peggy Sibley and Anne Germain; brother, Leo Connell.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Feb. 15 in Our Lady of Hope Parish, Wilkes-Barre. Interment with military honors Chapel Lawn Memorial Park, Dallas.

Mr. Bernard J. Ostrosky P.E., 80, of Duryea, died February 11, 2012, in Riverside Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Taylor.

Born in Duryea, he was a son of the late Barney and Lottie Shemanski Ostrosky. He was a graduate of Duryea High School; Penn State University, Scranton; and the University of Scranton, with a degree in mechanical engineering. Bernard had an extensive career as a registered plumbing engineer. He was a member of the Penn Society of Professional Engineers and the American Society of

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Plumbing Engineers. He was in partnership with John M. Casey P.E. as Commonwealth Engineering and owned Ostrosky and Associates before retiring.

Bernard was an avid outdoorsman, passionate about hunting and fishing. He was a member of Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Duryea.

He was also preceded in death by his brother, Charles; sisters, Lenore Martsoff and Charlotte Bennett.

Surviving are his wife of 59 years, the former Theresa Nadolny; sister-in-law, Lucille Na-

dolny McHugh; nieces, Kristen McHugh, Tracey McHugh Spina and her husband, Al; nephew, Michael McHugh; great-nieces, Carly and Raegan Spina.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Feb. 18 in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Interment Holy Rosary Cemetery, Duryea.

Arrangements by the Piontek Funeral Home, Duryea. The family wishes to thank the staff, nurses and aides of Riverside for the care he received as a patient.

Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Rosary School, 127 Stephenson Street, Duryea.

Grace Nossavage

Theresa A. Ripa, 87, Old Forge, died February 13, 2012, in Cedar Brook Nursing Home, Allentown.

Surviving are son, Frank, and wife Dorothy; daughter, Theresa Pavlacka, and husband Joseph; brother, Ray-

life, Grace worked various jobs locally and retired from the Lamp Shade Company of Old Forge.

Grace was an outstanding cook and baker, something she took much pride in doing. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Nossavage, who passed away in 1987; brothers, Wesley, John, Theodore and Henry; sisters Margaret Thompson, Beatrice Hallett, Jenny McGerrity and Caroline Thompson.

Surviving her are daughters,

Joan Pisack, Duryea, and Marguerite Evans, Plains Township; sister Lorraine Rusnock, Duryea; five grandchildren, Matthew Evans, Lynn Evans, Janice Timek, Michelle Desiderio and Carl Pisack; 10 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Feb. 16 in the Kiesinger Funeral Services, Duryea, with a Mass of Christian Burial in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Duryea. Interment St. John’s Cemetery, Duryea. Online condolences may be made at www.kiesingerfuneralservices.com.

February 11, 2012 Florence M. Snee, 80, of Wilkes-Barre, died February 11, 2012 at her home.

Born in Wilkes-Barre, she was thedaughterofthelateEdwardand Mary (Shedlock) Dulsky. She was a graduate of Jenkins Township HighSchool,andwasemployedas afactoryworkerinmanufacturing.

She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Anne Giza, Mary Dooley, Sophie Dougherty and Jean Walkowiak, and her brother John Dulsky.

Surviving are her sisters, Helen

Wolczyk, Wilkes-Barre; Margaret McCarroll,Hampton,N.J.;Shirley Yonkoski, Laflin, and Josephine Ward, Tacoma, Wash.; brother Joseph Dulsky, Totowa, N.J., several nieces and nephews.

Funeral was held Feb. 16 from the Corcoran Funeral Home, Plains, with a Mass of Christian Burial in Ss. Peter & Paul Church, Plains. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery, Carverton section of Wyoming. Online condolences maybemadeatwww.corcoranfuneralhome.com.

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mond Festino; sister, Lucille Salerno; four grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

The funeral services were held Feb. 16 from the Ciuccio Funeral Home, Old Forge, followed by a Mass at the

Prince of Peace Parish-St. Mary’s Church, Old Forge.

Interment Old Forge Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 57 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 18701.

Michael C. Connors February 2, 2012 Anne Connors of Cheverly, niece Kim Taylor and great nephew, Matthew Taylor of Mechanicsville, Maryland.

He was also preceded in death by sister, Rosemary Taylor, brother Danny Connors, and nephew Joey Taylor.

A Mass of the Christian Burial was held on Feb. 6 at St. Ambrose Church, Cheverly, MD. Interment St. John’s Evangelist Cemetery, Pittston.

Local arrangements by PJ Adonizio Funeral Home.

Marguerite Saylor of Stark Road, Tunkhannock, died February 14, 2012, in Golden Living Center.

Born in Endicott, NY, on September 25, 1928, she was a daughter of the late DeWilton and Cecelia Kochmer Sweet.

Marguerite was an active member of the church of Nativity BVM, Tunkhannock.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Merle; daughter, Patricia; sisters, Connie Ayers and Lois Talcott; and brother, William Sweet.

She is survived by nine children, Gary Saylor and wife, Blennie, Tunkhannock; Stephen Saylor and wife, Diane, Tunkhannock; Donna Saylor, Pittston; Rose Mary Swartwood

and husband, Stephen, Falls; Robert Saylor, Tunkhannock; David Saylor and wife, Darlene, Meshoppen; Ann Gross and husband, William, Danville; Jeffrey Saylor and wife, Beth, Tunkhannock; Michelle Roth and husband, Justin, Tunkhannock; 19 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Feb. 17 in the Sheldon-Kukuchka Funeral Home, Tunkhannock, with Mass of Christian Burial in Nativity BVM Church, Tunkhannock. Interment Pieta Cemetery, Tunkhannock.

Memorial contributions can be made to Nativity BVM Church, 99 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock, 18657.

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Michael C. (Whitey) Connors, age 62, died February 2, 2012 in Cheverly, Maryland.

Born in Pittston he was the son of the late George H. and the late Eleanor Kelly Connors.

He is survived by sister,

Mary Ann Petrenchak, Plains Township; John Yarolin, Sunbury; Paul Yarolin, Camp Hill; and Charlene Sproul, Waverly; nephew, John Yarolin; nieces, Joyce Bussacco, Mara Vitali, Maria Yarolin, and Stephanie Yarolin.

The funeral was held Feb. 18 in the Baloga Funeral Home, Pittston (Port Griffith), with the Office of Christian Burial with Divine Liturgy in St. Michael’s Byzantine Catholic Church, Pittston. Interment parish cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. To send an online condolence, visit www.balogafuneralhome.com.

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February 13, 2012 Grace (Thompson) Nossavage, 95, of Duryea, died February 13, 2012, in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township.

She was born in Duryea, on January 9,1917, daughter of the late Wesley and Sophie (Orloski) Thompson. Grace was a member of Nativity of Our Lord Parish, formally Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Duryea. She attended Duryea schools. Throughout her

Helen C. Yarolin, 65, of Pittston, died February 14, 2012, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, following an illness.

Born in Pittston, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Julia Silvanage Yarolin. She was educated in the Pittston Schools.

Prior to retirement, she was employed by Silver Care, Pittston, as a Home Health Aide. She was a member of St. Michael’s Byzantine Catholic Church, Pittston, and the Pittston Senior Citizens Center. Helen was a beloved daughter, sister and aunt, who was cherished by her family and will be dearly missed.

Surviving are her siblings,

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Michael J. Lizonitz and Kristin Jasinski

Summer wedding planned Kristin Jasinski and Michael J. Lizonitz, together with their families, announce their engagement and upcoming marriage.

The bride-to-be is the daughter of Patricia and Peter D. Jasinski, of South Windsor, CT. She is the granddaughter of the late Dorothy and Chester Jasinski and the late Mary and Roman Remlinger.

The prospective groom is the son of Patricia and Michael P. Lizonitz, Jr., of Hughestown. He is the grandson of the late Helen and Joseph Kulick, of Dupont and the late Janet and Michael P. Lizonitz, Sr., of Duryea.

Ms. Jasinski is a 2002 graduate of South Windsor High School and graduated summa cum laude from Providence College, Providence, Rhode Island with a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics.

She is a treasury analyst at Cigna Health Care in Bloomfield, CT. Mr. Lizonitz is a 1998 graduate of Pittston Area High School and graduated summa cum laude from East Stroudsburg University with a bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics. He is a Fellow in the Society of Actuaries and is employed by Cigna Health Care in Bloomfield, CT as an actuarial manager.

A wedding is planned for early summer. The couple will reside in South Windsor, Connecticut.

Four generations Recently, a fourth generation was added to the family of East Joseph Berti, Swoyersville, who will turn 92 this June. Frank Joseph Pacelli was born on December 6, 2011.

Pictured are the four generations: Debbie Berti Walsh, West Pittston, Kelly Walsh Pacelli and Frank Joseph Pacelli, Wyoming, and East Joseph Berti, Swoyersville.

Frances Salus Mercincavage

90th birthday today Frances Salus Mercincavage, of Exeter, is celebrating her 90th birthday today, Feb. 19. Her husband is the late Edward Mercincavage, of West Pittston. She is blessed with three daughters, Carol O’Toole and her husband, Larry, of Plentywood, MT; Jean Kana and her husband, Stephen, of Spartanburg; SC; and Anne and her husband, Steven, of Bethesda, MD. Her grandchildren are Thomas and Caitlin, MT; Sarah and Claire, SC; and Olivia and Mathew, MD. A family dinner was given in her honor.

Clothing and shoe drive begins March 1

Marie Cary, chair of the Pittston Area Leo Club fund drive, and Michaela Moore, CEO of Fibers of the Earth, announce a clothing and shoe drive to begin on March 1.

Frank Joseph Pacelli

Ann (Nancy) Musto

Baptism celebrated

Celebrates 80th birthday

Frank Joseph Pacelli was baptized on Sunday, Feb. 5, at Holy Trinity Church, Swoyersville, by the Rev. Richard J. Cirba.

Frank is the son of Frank and Kelly (Walsh) Pacelli, Wyoming.

He is the grandson of Joseph and Deborah Walsh, West Pittston, Jean Ann Wienches, Sugarloaf, and the late Frank Pacelli, Hazleton. He is the great-grandson of Joseph Berti, Swoyersville.

Godparents are Joseph Walsh, West Pittston and Elizabeth Henderson, Drums.

Frank was born on December 6, 2011.

Ann (Nancy) Musto, of Dupont, celebrated her 80th birthday on February 25.

She is the proud mother of Cathie Rice and Patty Sklanka, both of Avoca; Mary Beth Cassidy, Uniondale; and the late Frank Petritis.

She has been blessed with three grandchildren, Brian Bechtold, Sara Bechtold and Rick Davis.

A family dinner was held in Ann’s honor at the East Mountain Inn.

The Pittston Area Leos Club and Fibers of the Earth, a recycling company, have joined forces to help the environment.

The Leo’s Club invite area residents to clean out their closets to support a Clothing and Shoe Drive Fundraiser.

The collection will start on March 1 and continue through March 16.

There are two drop off locations: Pittston Area High School , 5 Stout St. Yatesville, or the Dupont Municipal Office, 600 Chestnut St. Dupont.

Fibers of the Earth will pay per pound to the Leos Club and funds will be used for the Leos Club tree planting projects. The tree planting project is part of the Lions Club International Million Tree Planting Campaign, a global campaign taking place from through June that focuses on caring for the environment and communities through tree planting.

With questions about the drive contact Claire Ellen Hopple at 654-2415 ext.2101 or about Fibers of the Earth at 570-5865242 or email fibersoftheearth@gmail.com or visit fibersoftheearth.com.

Lions and Leos Clubs are groups of men and women who identify needs within the community and work together to fulfill those needs.

Lions Club International is the world’s largest service club organization with 1.35 million members in approximately 46,000 clubs in 206 countries and geographical area around the world.

Since1917, Lions clubs have aided the blind and visually impaired and made a strong commitment to sight preservation and community service throughout the world.

For more information about Lions Club International visit the website atwww.lionsclubs.org.

Friends of Pittston Library and Kiwanis plan annual Night at the Races The Friends of the Pittston Memorial Library, along with the Pittston Kiwanis, will hold their yearly Night at the Races at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 24 at the Jenkins Township Hose Company Funds raised will support children’s programs at the library.

Purchase of a horse for $10 includes food and beverage.

Horse forms are available at the library.

Hearts for sale

Crochet Club

Lego Club

Crochet Club will meet at 10 The much-anticipated Lego February is Library Lovers month. Patrons can declare why a.m. on Tuesdays and at 6 p.m. on Club will begin at 4 p.m. on Monthey LOVE the Pittston Library Thursdays. New members al- day, March 12. The club is open ways welcome to children age 6 and up by buying a heart for $1.

Please call the library this week to pre-register.

Computer class Teen events Donations of Legos and Lego The library is offering individ- accessories are still being sought.

Hangout Club, the library’s teen book club, will meet at 6 ualized basic computer classes at p.m. on February 20. Mad about 10:30 a.m. on Mondays at 10:30 Story time Mad Libs will be held at 6 p.m. am. Call the library to register.

Toddler and Preschool story on February 23. Teen Tech Week time will run for six weeks with a is March 5-10.

different theme with stories and activities every week. There are three sessions. The next session will begin Feb. 28. Call the library to register.

Books & Bagels

The library’s adult book club will meet at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March17. “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” by Mark Haddon is the March selection. Stop by the circulation desk

for a reader’s guide and a copy of the book. Coffee and bagels will be served and new members are always welcome.

Library hours

The library is located at 47 Broad St. Pittston and is open from noon to 8 p.m. on Monday and Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday.

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No school Monday; Science Olympiad planned at middle school Senior interviews

by Amy Laure Pat Nallin is the son of Pete Nallin and was born June 13, 1994.

A resident of Hughestown, he lists Brock Lesnar as his idol and his best friends are Iron Mike and the “T-Man” Tim Lello.

Pat says he would change nothing about his high school experience and he plans to attend college after graduation.

Jordan Gruttadauria is a resident of Duryea and was born January 18, 1994.

She is the daughter of John and Helen Gruttadauria. When she isn’t busy with her many after school activities such as swimming, Student Council, Key Club and ICE Club, Jordan enjoys cheesesteaks and watching “Titanic.”

She is usually seen with Michelle Fernando, Ali Slomba, Sarah Kosik, Ashley Menichini and Sam Scialpi and her favorite teachers are Ms. Conlon, Mr. Pesontini and Mrs. Saunders.

Jordan plans to attend college after high school and says if she could go back in time, she would not put things off until the last minute.

Alison Slomba is the daughter of Marybeth and Jerry. A resident of Pittston, she was born May 16, 1994. Alison is a member of volleyball, swimming, softball, Medical Explorers, ICE Club, Key Club, Student Council and National Honor Society.

Her most memorable high school moment was her prom and she says her high school experience was quick. Alison’s favorite teachers are Ms. McGarry, Mr. Richards and Mrs. Hazlet and her best friends are Joe Stoss, Sam Scialpi and Jordan Gruttadauria.

Benjamin Pace was born July 31, 1994, and is the son of Anthony and Teresa Pace. His favorite teachers are Mr. Richards and Mr. Hazlet and he enjoys the movie, “Gran Torino.”

He loves the band Led Zeppelin and the song, “Everybody Knows This is Nowhere” by Neil Young.

He plans to attend college after high school.

Born January 18, 1994, Michael Hizny is the son of Meghan and Jacob Hizny. He is a resident in Pittston.

When he graduates from Pittston Area, he plans to further his education and major in pre-med and eventuallyattend medical school. Michael has been involved in Key Club, Student Council, National Honor Society, Stand Tall Club, Art Club, and P. I.T Crew, along with Ice Club and Telecommunications Club.

Michael may be highly involved and work hard in school, but the one thing that was hard for him during his high school experience was paying attention.

One way to describe his high school years is unforgettable!

Pittston Area students who attended the Newton Math Contest at Coughlin High School are, from left, first row, Kristen Lombardo, Cassie Nocito and Jillian Starinsky. Second row, Michael Amitia, Joe Starinsky, Suraj Pursnani, Michael Schwab, Matt Yatison and Anthony Cotto.

Brittany Gilley, of Pittston, is the daughter of Christine Gilley and Pete Mongione and was born on January 4, 1994.

Brittany’s time in high school has been short but, like most students, she has a favorite teacher or two in Mrs. Miller, and Mrs. Adams.

When she’s not at school, she is hanging out with her best friends, Kara Kozar, Ciera Callahan and Susie Kitcho.

From Duryea comes Chuck Bressler, the son of Lisa and Chuck Bressler. Chuck was born on January 14, 1994. Chuck’s years in high school were lived to the fullest, with extracurricular activities such as baseball, class officer, Key Club and National Honor Society.

Even though Chuck had plenty on his plate, he made time to see many other sporting events at school and support his alma mater. When Chuck isn’t busy with school activities, he enjoys his favorite move, “Wild Wild West,” and listening to the song “Up, Up and Awa”’ by Lil’ Wayne.

Chuck usually spends his time with his best friends Brian Delancy, Tommy Allardyce, Adam Bykowski and Eddie Winn. During Chuck’s junior year, he had to take A.P courses and P.S.S.As, which were both the most challenging parts of his high school career.

Chuck idolizes his father and when he graduates from Pittston Area, he plans to go to college for nursing or sports medicine.

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Raffle tickets Gift baskets and gift certificate raffle tickets will be available for $1 during the week of parent conferences with proceeds donated to American Heart As-

sociation. Items were purchased by staff and gift certificates were donated by local businesses.

Winners will be selected at the end of February. Additional tickets can be purchased throughout the month.

School schedule There will be no school on Monday, Feb. 20, for Presidents’ Day. Parent identification Parents/guardians must present identification whenever students are released from school and are asked to have this information ready when entering the office. Parents are reminded to review school bus safety rules with their child. All children must remain seated until the bus stops.

PTO fundraiser The annual Gertrude Hawk Chocolate Fundraiser is over. .

The candy will be delivered the end of March in time for Easter.

Cancellations In the event of inclement weather, school cancellations, early dismissals and morning delays are broadcast over local television and radio stations and on media websites. Kindergarten Center is included with “Elementary” for cancellation announcements.

Healthy znacks Birthday and holiday treats should be healthy and nutritious.

A list of ideas for healthier classroom celebrations was sent home. The food service department can provide safe and portion-controlled food items for a reasonable cost. Contact Sue Rudalavage, food service director, at 654-7770.

Box tops collected General Mills Box Tops for Education logos for 2011-2012 are being collected at the school.

Parents are asked to cut the box tops and place in bundles of 50 before sending them to their

child’s teacher.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Science Olympiad Members of the Science Olympiad will meet from 3 to 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 23 and Thursday, March 1 in room 145. Those driving students home should be in front of the Middle School no later than 4:15pm. The Science Olympiad will be held on Wednesday, March 7.

Presidents’ Day The Pittston Area School District will be closed tomorrow, Feb. 20, in observance of the Presidents’ Day holiday. Schools will reopen on Tuesday, Feb. 21 according to the regular schedule.

Mathcounts Congratulations to the following students who traveled with Dr. Keska to the Luzerne County MATHCOUNTS Competition last Saturday, Feb.11 at Luzerne County Community College.

The team placed fourth in the competition.

Team members are Kate Musto, Abigail Sheerer, Steven Shamnoski, Patrick Mitchell, Austin Smithonic, Marley O’Brien, Taylor Baloga, Molly Walsh, Haley Norwillo and Abigail Norwillo.

PSSA assessments The PSSA Reading and Math Assessments will be held from Monday, March 12 through and including Monday, March 19.They will be given to all students in the sixth, seventh and eighth grades. It is of extreme importance that all students attend school on the days of the test unless excused due to serious illness. In addition, students should have a good night’s sleep and a nutritious breakfast on exam days.

Tips

Here are tips from each of the reporting categories in reading and math to enhance your child’s understanding of some of the target skills on the PSSA Test. Here are some ways to help prepare: Reading - After reading a story, ask your child what the main idea of the selection is and to support it with two details from the story. Underline five words in the passage. Ask your child the meaning of each word as used in the text. Your child should use context clues to figure this out. Take the five underlined words again and ask your child to give an antonym or synonym for each.

After reading a story, ask your child the author’s purpose for writing the selection. Ask your child to describe the characters, setting, plot, theme, mood, and tone of the passage. Ask your child to find a fact and an opinion in the passage. Ask your child to identify from which point of view the passage is written.

Math Reporting Category: Numbers and Operations - While shopping, compare and order prices of items. Ask your child to figure out how much tax will be added on to the item. Have your child provide a reasonable estimate for the total amount of items purchased.

Reporting Category: Measurement - Calculate the area of your child’s bedroom. Using a recipe, convert measurements from cups to pints, gallons to quarts, etc. Using a map, interpret and apply the scale shown to calculate distances between cities.

Reporting Category: Geometry - Identify basic geometric shapes that appear in buildings or homes (rectangles, circles, cubes, etc...) While walking outside, have your child find exam-

ples of perpendicular and parallel lines. Take a part a cereal box to illustrate nets of figures.

Reporting Category: Algebraic Concepts - Play a number game using questions such as, “What number added to 4 equals 19?” Make flashcards using index cards with an equation on one side and the correct answer on the other. Use magazines or newspapers to find tables or graphs for which a variable expression or pattern can be determined.

Reporting Category: Data Analysis and Probability - Use a dice or a spinner to find probabilities of certain events. Ask questions such as, “What is the chance that the next number rolled will be odd?” Use magazines or newspapers to analyze and interpret graphs and charts.

Have your child conduct a survey of friends and family on a topic of interest and then create an appropriate graph with the results. Look for patterns that emerge and make predictions based on the results.

For more information, call Mrs. Rebovich or Dr. Keska, PSSA Coordinators, at 6552927.

Scholarship program The Greater Pittston Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick, along with the McDonald’s on Route 315, are sponsoring a scholarship fundraiser benefitting Pittston Area High School students from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 6.

McDonald’s will donate 20% of its sales to the Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick Scholarship Program.

PSSA writing assessments The PSSA writing assessments will be given to all eighthgrade students Monday, April 16 through Wednesday, April 18.

PSSA science assessments The PSSA science assessments will be given to all 8thgrade students Monday, April 23 through Thursday, April 26.

Sports and activities Any student who participated in a winter sport is reminded to return their uniform and any other equipment to their coach or to Mr. Lopresto in room 231 as soon as possible. Uniforms must be washed prior to being returned. Any player failing to return their uniform or equipment will not be allowed to participate in a spring sport until they do so.

Students are asked to mark the bag containing their uniform and equipment with their name and the name of their sport.

Spring sports news Any boy or girl planning to participate in baseball, softball, or track and field should see Mr. Lopresto in room 231 as soon as possible in order to complete the necessary paperwork. Students are reminded if they participated in a fall or winter sport they will not need another physical, but must see Mr. Lopresto to complete spring sport paperwork to be eligible for participation.

SCHOOL MENUS PA High School/Middle School

Monday: No school.

Tuesday: Italian Stromboli corn, fruit, low fat milk Wednesday: Macaroni & cheese, bread slice, peas, fruit, low fat milk.

Thursday: Bacon cheeseburger attack wrap, carrots, fruit, low fat milk.

Friday: Triple grilled cheese, tomato soup, green beans, fruit, low fat milk High school breakfast: Grab & go at cafeteria store has hot breakfast sandwiches, breakfast pizza, bagels and cream cheese, cereal with toast, breakfast bars, fresh fruit, juice and low fat milk.

Middle school breakfast: Monday: Egg and cheese on bagel or French toast sticks with syrup.

Tuesday: Sausage and cheese on English muffin or scrambled eggs with toast.

Wednesday: Pancakes with syrup or egg, bacon and cheese on bagel.

Thursday: breakfast pizza or egg and cheese on bagel.

Friday: Waffles with syrup or ham and cheese on bagel Available daily: Plain and specialty pizza, whole grain chicken patty, buffalo chicken hoagie, salads, assorted hoagies and wraps

bun Sides: Mixed veggies, crispy baked colossal fries, cinnamon applesauce.

Wednesday A. Grilled cheese sandwich, tomato soup B. Fish sandwich with cheese or tuna wrap with lettuce C. Taco hard or soft shell, with meat, cheese, lettuce, tomato, rice D. Rib-a-que cheeseburger or chicken patty on bun Sides: Veggies/ranch dip, seasoned potato wedges, pears.

Thursday A. Buffalo chicken sub Breakfast: B. Southwest chicken wrap w/lettuce Monday: Hot pockets.

C. Meatball hoagie with mozzarella cheese Tuesday: Pancake sausage wrap.

D. Rib-a-que cheeseburger or chicken patty on Wednesday: Sausage, egg and cheese on bagel bun Thursday: Scrambled eggs with toast Sides: Veggies with ranch dip, baked hash Friday: Waffles with syrup brown potato, warm apple crisp.

Available daily: Breakfast pizza, assorted cereFriday als with buttered toast, juice and low fat milk A. Cheese or pepperoni pizza B Fish and chips WA Secondary Center Menu C. Ham and cheese hoagie, lettuce D. Rib-a-que cheeseburger or chicken patty on Monday: No school bun Tuesday Sides: Tossed salad/dressing, baked colossal A. Popcorn chicken, bread fries, pineapple.

B. White French bread pizza C. Philly Double-cheese steak hoagie D. Rib-a-que cheeseburger or chicken patty on PA Intermediate Primary, Kindergarten

WA Elementary Menu

Monday: No school.

Tuesday: Meatball hoagie or pizza cheeseburger, green beans, pears, low fat milk.

Wednesday: Macaroni & cheese or chicken fajita, fried rice, bread slice, corn, peaches, low fat milk Thursday: Hot ham hoagie or taco salad, bread slice, potatoes au gratin, mixed fruit, low fat milk.

Friday: Italian dunkers or rib-a-que, peas, pineapple tidbits, low fat milk Alternates: ham & cheese wrap, chef salad, turkey hoagie, chicken patty on bun

Monday: No school Tuesday: Baked popcorn chicken, bread, baked colossal fries, mixed veggies, cinnamon applesauce. Alternate: Cheese sandwich or PBJ or 4 oz yogurt and animal crackers w/choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds.

Breakfast: Apple spice muffin, cereal juice, milk Wednesday: Grilled cheese or tuna salad on bun, celery, carrots, broccoli/dip, tomato soup, saltine crackers, Minute Maid Juice Bar. Alternate: Cheese sandwich or PBJ or 4 oz. yogurt and animal crackers w/choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds.

Breakfast: Warm danish, juice, cereal, milk Thursday: Triple French toast, syrup, w/sausage patty, baked hash brown potato, warm apple crisp, 100% fruit juice cup. Alternate: Cheese sandwich or PBJ or 4 oz. yogurt and animal crackers with choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds.

Breakfast: Super fortified donut, cereal, juice, milk Friday: Fresh cheese or pepperoni pizza, tossed salad with dressing, juice pineapple, cinnamon teddy cubs, Alternate: Cheese sandwich or PBJ or 4 oz. yogurt and animal crackers w/choice of string cheese or sunflower seeds.

Breakfast: Warm honey bun, cereal, fruit juice, milk

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Max Mihalka Max Anthony Mihalka, son of Mark and Jeanna Mihalka, celebrated his third birthday on Feb. 17.

He is the grandson of Kathy and Wayne Belles and Joe and Betty Mihalka.

Max has a sister, Madelyn Grace, nine months old.

Ethan Cashwell Ethan Joseph Cashwell, son of Allison Smalley Weidl and Joseph Cashwell, of Orlando, Florida, celebrated his sixth birthday on Feb. 17.

Ethan is the grandson of Nina and Joseph Smalley, of Pittston.

He has a brother, Aiden, who is 10 months old.

Abigail Clark Michael and Brayden Bogdon Michael and Brayden Bogdon, sons of Chris and Tracy Bogdon, of Larksville, are celebrating February birthdays.

Michael celebrated his ninth birthday on Feb. 18 and Brayden will be 6 years old on Feb. 21.

The boys’ grandparents are Sam and Nancy Farinella, of Plains, Donna Bogdon and the late, Michael Bogdon, of Plymouth and Ron and Ellen Williams, of Lake Winola.

Abigail Virginia Clark, daughter of Audra Clark, of Hughestown and Brian Clark, of Taylor will celebrate her fifth birthday on Feb. 20.

Maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Chester Kaspriski Jr., of Hughestown. Paternal grandparents are Barry Clark and Nancy Clark, of Illinois.

Abigail, above right, is pictured with her sister Allison, who is 2 years old.

Chamber music festival Happy birthday!

Stop by or mail your birthday photo to: The Sunday Dispatch 109 New Street Pittston, PA 18640 Pictures can run in back and white for $2 or color for $10.

Deadline is Wednesday at 5 p.m., but space is limited, so pictures will be published on a first-come, first-served basis. Any questions, please call 602-0168.

Checks can be made payable to The Sunday Dispatch.

Karamia Marranca Karamia Bella Marranca, daughter of Stephanie Fiaschi, West Pittston, and Michael Marranca, West Pittston, celebrated her sixth birthday on Feb. 6.

Maternal grandmother is Patricia Sompel and paternal grandparents are Carmen and Maryann Marranca, of West Pittston. Maternal great-grandparents are the late Andrew and Joan Sompel, of West Pittston.

Paternal great-grandparents are Josephine Halat and Dolores Marranca and the late Michael Marranca, all of Pittston.

Karamia’s aunts are Angela Fiaschi, of Luzerne, Justine Marranca and Gianna Marranca, of West Pittston.

Giuliana Dominick Giuliana Celia Dominick, daughter of Joseph and Maria (Gubitose) Dominick, of Tampa, Florida, celebrated her fourth birthday on Feb. 6.

Her grandparents are Freddy and Patty Gubitose, Pittston; Paul and Helen Dominick, Dunellen, NJ; and Robert and Marlene Kosenak, Swoyersville.

Her godparents are Heather Koss, Pittston and the late Sam Nardone. Giuliana has a little brother, Paulie, 16 months and attends Carrollwood Day School. A party at Gymboree Play & Music was held in her honor as well as a party at school and another one at home. Giuliana enjoys singing and dancing. A trip to Cinderella’s Castle at Walt Disney World Resort will also mark the occasion.

The Wyoming Seminary Music Department will present a Shostakovich Chamber Music Festival, featuring the music of Russian composer Dmitri Shostakovich, at 8 p.m. on Saturday, March 31 and at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 1 in the Great Hall of Wyoming Seminary, 228

Wyoming Ave., Kingston, just north of Kingston Corners.

The concerts will include instrumental and vocal works and will feature professional and student performers.

For more information, call 270-2192.

Maxwell Gregor Maxwell Wallace Gregor, son of Michael and Mary Elizabeth Gregor, Plains, will celebrate his sixth birthday on Feb. 20.

Max is the grandson of Joseph and Kate Heffers, of Port Griffith and Robert and Diane Gregor, of Plains. He is the greatgrandson of Francis and the late Anna Wallace, of Plains, the late Joseph and Esther Shea, the late John and Mary Heffers and the late Clayton and Elizabeth Neville. Max has a brother, Declan, 3 years old.

Tyler Karcutskie

Wine and cheese for ‘Special Spaces’ Special Spaces NEPA is completing the chapter’s first bedroom makeover on Saturday, April 14.

The recipient is a 4-yearold boy with Down Syndrome and other health complications.

Local media and interested volunteers or donors may contact Special Spaces for additional details.

In conjunction with a wine and cheese event, an art auction fundraiser will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 29, at 6 p.m. at the Hoyt Library in Kingston.

The suggested donation for the event is $10 and a new children’s book, all of which will benefit future recipients of the bedroom makeovers.

The general public is welcome to attend.

Art for the auction will be created by local children who will paint replicas of famous

artwork. Children who are interested can participate at the Hoyt Library Feb. 13-25 during regular library hours: Mondays and Thursdays from 1 p.m. – 8 p.m., Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Special Spaces is nonprofit organization that creates dream bedrooms for children with life challenging illnesses.

As of today, the organization has created over 90 dream bedrooms and has affiliates throughout the United States.

The chapter in Northeastern Pennsylvania was created this year by members of the Leadership Wilkes-Barre Class of 2012.

For more information contact Michelle Morgan at NEPA@SpecialSpaces.org or (570) 212-9728.

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Tyler Joseph Karcutskie, son of Joseph and Maria Karcutski, of Duryea, will celebrate his first birthday on Saturday, Feb. 25.

He is the grandson of Gini Ciampi and the late Al Ciampi, of West Pittston and Charles and Beatrice Karcutskie, of West Wyoming.

Tyler has two sisters, Gianna, 5 years old and Kayla, 3 years old.

A party will be held in his honor.

Kara Miller, daughter of David and Amy Miller, Suscon, celebrated her 10th birthday on Friday, Feb. 17.

Kara is the granddaughter of Michael and Alice Marie Nocito, Suscon and the late Larry and Ann Miller.

Kara has a sister Kylie, 6, whom she loves very much.

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David Chaump, son of Dave and Roseann Chaump, of West Pittston, will celebrate his second birthday on Feb. 24.

Maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Cervas. Paternal grandparents are Donald and Gail Chaump.

Anthony Thomas, son of Kelly Widdick, of Jenkins Twp., will celebrate his ninth birthday on Tuesday, Feb. 21.

He is the grandson of Stephen and Denise Widdick, of Jenkins Twp. and the great grandson of Mary Jo Walutes, of Pittston Twp. Anthony wrestles for Pittston Area and has a brother, Ayden, who is 7 years old.

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WA teacher plans trip to Greece; DARE graduation Feb. 25 Wyoming Area history teacher Barbara Bullions and Spanish teacher Christine Marianacci are planning an EF Educational Tour of Greece for summer 2013.

After three days in Athens, the group will board a cruise ship with stops in Mykonos, Rhodes, Crete, Santorini and Patmos.

The ship will also stop in Kusadasi, Turkey.

Returning to the mainland, the students will next travel to Epidaurus, Mycenae, Argolida, Pilos and Olympia.

This will be Mrs. Bullions’ seventh trip through EF Tours.

She previously accompanied students to England, Italy, France and Spain.

An informational meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 21 in room 180 of the high school.

The trip is being planned early so that students are able to stretch payments as there will be a price increase in March.

For more information, call 655-2836 x 2180 All schools in the Wyoming Area School District will be closed on Monday, Feb. 20 in honor of Presidents’ Day.

R.I.F. program

The district has received funding for the R.I.F. (Reading is Fundamental) program which will enable all first-grade students to receive a free book at each of the three distributions throughout the school year.

The RIF program develops and delivers children and family literacy programs that help prepare young children for reading and motivate older children to read regularly.

UGI is a sponsor for the RIF program. As a sponsor, the corporation provides monies to districts to buy books which are distributed three times a year. The next book distribution will be Thursday, Feb. 23 in the firstgrade classrooms.

DARE graduation

The Drug Awareness Resistance Education (DARE) graduation will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 25 in the Montgomery Avenue cafeteria. The program will last approximately one hour. All fifth-grade parents are invited to attend this graduation.

Officer Nancy Smith is the instructor for the DARE program Tenth Street Elementary School students who recently learned about healthy snacking are, from left, first row, Chelsea Spencer, which was held during Mr. Piza- Jacob Katulka. Second Row: Adam Wisneski,Michael Stanczyk, Aiden Rogowski, Lily Harden Steven Start. Third Row: Robert Carno’s health classes. roll, Lydia Pealer, Kyle Emsley, Gabrielle Castellano, Jessica Petrillo, Myllenia Mapp, Thadeus Erzar, Bryce Hinkle. Fourth Row: Nath-

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Ash Wednesday liturgy scheduled Monday, Feb. 20 No School – Presidents’ Day Ash Wednesday Liturgy – 1 p.m., St. Cecilia’s Church. Fr. Paul McDonnell will be the celebrant. Grade 3 will lead prayers.

The season of Lent, a period of 40 days set aside for prayer, fasting and doing good things for others, begins on Wednesday, Feb. 22. In this way the WA Catholic family prepares for Easter.

Mass will be celebrated for the school community at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 22 at St. Cecilia’s Church. Fr. Paul McDonnell will be the celebrant.

Schedule for Friday Stations of the Cross: Feb. 24 - 8:15 a.m., grade 8 March 2 - 12:30, p.m., grade 7 March 9 - 10:15 a.m., grade 6 March 16 – 8:15 a.m. grade 5 March 23 – 1 p.m., grade 4 March 30 – 8:15 p.m., grade 3 Wednesday Lenten Mass

Schedule Feb. 22 – 1 p.m., grade 3 Feb. 29 - 1 p.m., grade 4 March 7 – 1 p.m., grade 8 March 14 – 1 p.m., grade 7 March 21 – 1 p.m., grade 6 March 28 – 1 p.m., grade 5 April 4 - 8:15 p.m., grade 4 LENTEN FUNDRAISER The Wyoming Area Catholic PYG will conduct a Lenten fundraiser from 4 to 7 p.m. on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 22. Haluski (cabbage or cottage cheese) and Manhattan Clam Chowder will be available for $6 a quart. Preorders can be sent to school and will be accepted through Tuesday, Feb. 21. For more information, call 654-7982.

FORENSICS NEWS Practice for Forensics the week of Feb. 21: Monday - 2:45 to 4 p.m.; Tuesday - 2:45 to 4 p.m.; Wednesday 2:45 to 4 p.m.

an Winnick, Grace Washney, Jenna Moore, Sydney Kruszka, Jeremy Cook, Amanda Cook, Cael Heck, Tyler Harden.

10th Street students learn about healthy snacking Students in Mrs. Dennis’s third-grade health classes at Tenth Street Elementary School participated in a nutrition activity to promote healthy snacking.

The students from Mrs. Cefalo’s and Mrs. Molino’s classes

learned that dairy foods supply essential nutrients for strong bones and teeth.

They learned that low-fat cheese can be a healthy and satisfactory snack. Students who are lactose intolerant or allergic to

dairy learned that there are other ways to get enough calcium, vitamin D and protein in their diet, through lactose-free products, supplements or other food choices. As a culminating experience, the students created creatures

with low-fat cheese and pretzel sticks.

They had a great time eating their works of art.

Mr. Pollard is the building Principal at Tenth Street Elementary School.

Driver’s ed classes Wyoming Area School District is offering two Drivers Ed. Theory classes for sophomores.

Session one will consist of 20 1 1/2-hour classes meeting two or three times per week. Session two will consist of 10 3-hour classes meeting once per week on Saturdays.

Each student will pay $90 for the class. Checks may be payable to the Wyoming Area School District.

Seats are on a first come/first

served basis with 15 students per class. Classes will be held at the Secondary Center with Session one in room 164 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Session two will also meet in room 164 from 9 a.m. to noon.

Session one will be held on: Feb. 21, 23, 27, 29; Mar. 5, 6, 8, 12, 13, 15, 19, 20. Session two will be held on: Feb 25; Mar. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Apr. 14, 21, 28.

These classes will meet the 30-hour theory aspect of Drivers Education.

WA Catholic students receive awards During Catholic Schools Week, awards were given to students at Wyoming Area Catholic for students who achieved the most laps and the students who collected the most sponsors/money during the Race for Cougars held in the fall.

From left, first row, are Ethan Cegelka, grade 4; Kayla Kovaleski, grade 1; Michael Casey, grade K; John Wayne Kravitz, grade 1; Brady Jones, pre-school. Second row, Nick Allardyce, grade 8; Zach Patterson, grade 7; Sarah Cragle, grade 7; Samantha Rajza, grade 6; Jordan Chepalonis, grade 2; Dominic Cirelli, grade 5; Ryan Reedy, grade 4; Ethan Kozden, grade 3; and Christopher Tigue, principal, Wyoming Area Catholic.

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Holy Rosary School announces second quarter Honor Roll Congratulation to the students who have attained the Honor Roll for the second quarter! Students in grades 6-7-8 are eligible.

HIGH HONORS Averages of 93 or above in all major subjects.

The following students attained High Honors, with averages of 93 or above in all major subjects: Grade eight: Matthew Marsh, Nina Mucciolo, and Edward Sankus.

Grade seven: Taryn Ashby, Julienne Chropowicki, Samuel D’Eliseo, Amelia Desiderio, Vienna Donnelly, Joseph Gorman, Collin Halagarda, Tyler

Mackell, Emily Mazur, Joshua Mies, Jessica Smith and Jonathan Smith.

Grade six: Brooke Costanzo, Harleigh Davis, Jayna DeLucca, Gianna DeSanto, Olivia Johnson, Alyssa Kornish, Sidney Miller, Cecelia Newhart, Andrea Ruby and Nicole Wartella.

HONORS Averages of 85 or above in all major subjects/ Grade eight: Joseph Gutowski, Patrick Hotchkiss, Joshua Megliola, Alexa Minichelli, Michael Pope, and Kevin Yanul.

Grade seven: Sienna Aruscavage, Adam Chase, Elana Clancy, Megan Conlon, Justin Coyne, Joseph June, Christopher

Klein, Logan LaClair, Victoria McNulty, Abby Megliola, Cory Miglionico, Denise Pinto, Zachary Scanlon, Breanna Tagliaterra, and Matthew Walsh.

Grade six: Ava Angeli, Ashton Ashby, Rosalie Bennie, Alexis Bressman, Holly Daveski, Alexis Evans, Lorenzo Febbo, Gianna Galli, Courtney June, Samuel Marranca, Kyle McAndrew, Chris McDonough, Mariah Menichelli, Kayla Stelma, Trevor Tigue, and Jillian Warabak.

Presidents’ Day holiday.

Ash Wednesday

We will begin our Lenten journey with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 22 in St. Mary’s Church, Avoca. Ashes will be distributed during the Mass.

Registrations due

Registrations for the 20122013 school year are due on March 2. Families are asked to return registrations as soon as No school Monday possible, as there are limited School will be closed Monday, openings in some classes. For inFeb. 20 in observance of the formation on new registrations,

call the school office at 457- more information or for a list of 2553. qualifying cartridges, visit www.fundingfactory.com or contact Mrs. Skutack at 457Gift certificate news 2553.

Voucher sales will continue to be held from 8 to 10 a.m. every Thursday in Sacred Heart Labels and box tops Campbell’s Soup labels and Church Hall in Duryea. School families may send orders on Box Tops for Education are beWednesday to be filled on ing collected. These programs enable us to provide educational Thursday resources that may be unaffordable through our regular budget.

Recycling Please check labels for expiraIn addition to cartridge recy- tion dates. They can be sent in cling, we also have cell phone re- immediately and processed becycling. Select cell phones can fore they expire; there is no need be dropped off in the same loca- to wait until a quantity is accution and recycled for credit. For mulated.

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Two receive scholarships at 62nd annual Kosciuszko Ball Wilkes University’s Polish Room Committee presented two Wilkes University students with scholarships, which not only helped pay their tuition but also celebrated their Polish heritage.

Justin Balint, Drums, a senior pharmacy/Spanish major, and Lauren Para, Jenkins Township, a sophomore pharmacy major, were awarded two separate scholarships at the recent 62nd annual Kosciuszko Ball at the Woodlands Inn and Resort.

Balint was presented with a $3,000 scholarship from the committee and Para received a $1,000 Judianne Stanitski Scholarship, donated by Frank and Monica Stanitski. Both students have maintained perfect averages during their college careers and both have demonstrated financial need.

Nine applications were received for the scholarships and were reviewed by a panel of judges.

“It is an honor to consistently support students of Polish de-

scent who attend Wilkes,” said Bernadine Tarasek, president of the Polish Room Committee.

Tarasek said the committee works hard to keep the Polish heritage alive.

Tarasek said some members of the committee also worked hard on the dance floor while practicing for the Polonaise. She said the Woodlands was “nice enough” to lend them a room to practice the traditional Polish dance.

Every aspect of the event, including music provided by the George Tarasek Orchestra, the Polonaise dance and the presentation of the scholarships, highlighted the committee’s desire to preserve the Polish heritage in the local community.

The ball is a tribute to Gen. Thaddeus Kosciuszko, who fought for America in the Revolutionary War and was committed to democratic principles. He Joseph and Dorothy Vogl with Kay and George Misnick at the 62nd Annual Kosciuszko Ball at the Woodlands. was granted American citizenship and was a national hero both PHOTOS BY DON CAREY in the United States and Poland.

Wilkes University students Justin Balint and Lauren Para received scholarships presented by the Wilkes University Polish Room committee at the 62nd Annual Kosciuszko Ball at the Woodlands.

Bill and Joan Coniglio at the 62nd Annual Kosciuszko Ball at the Woodlands.

Jean Levandowski, Josephine Kline, and Bernadine Tarasek at the 62nd Annual Kosciuszko Ball at the Woodlands.

Bob and Lois Mlinar dance at the 62nd Annual Kosciuszko Ball at the Woodlands.

Angelo Musso and Marg Magli at the 62nd Annual Kosciuszko Ball at the Woodlands.

Jerry Jecen, Rose Fritzen, and Dorothy Tarasek at the 62nd Annual Kosciuszko Ball at the Woodlands.

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Fourth-grade students at Tenth Street Elementary School who recently learned about nutritious snacks are, from left, first row, Charisma Fell, Ryan Petrucci, Rachel Voychuk. Second row, Jonathan Greiner, Josh Cumbo, Neal Wanko, Luke Coolbaugh, Joseph Sanfilippo. Third row, Aidan Dollack, Abigail Barhight, Charles Banashefski, Carly Yuhas, Chelsea Morgan, Rebecca Dymond, Riley Russin, Michael Sinibaldi, Fourth row, Amarah Scott, Darren Rodney, Michael DeSanto, Shyann Smith, Dante Bovani, Marissa Kovaleski, Carlyle Robinson, Kevin Claudio.

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Fourth-grade students at Tenth Street Elementary School who recently learned about nutritious snacking are, from left, first row, Joshua Guilford, John O'Brien, Ian Leshko, Joseph Ciampi, Madeline Ross, Skylar Brown. Second row, Thomas Wycoski, Jade Nace, Gabrielle Andiario, Blake Evelock, Ian Williams, Kara Yorina, Brianna Misson. Third row, Evan Freeman, Elyse Freeman, Matthew Brown, Robert Semyon, Jonathan Augustine, George Sharkey, Morgan Rico

WA students study healthy snacking, make snack almanac Fourth-grade students at the Tenth Street Elementary School of the Wyoming Area School District learned about nutritious snacking in Health Class. Using the food pyramid as a guide, students chose snacks from the grain, fruit, vegetable, dairy and protein groups.

Each student created a “snack almanac.”

They picked snacks that were nutritious and appealing to them and then chose one to take to school as part of the nutrition unit. They learned about portion sizes and the importance of hand washing before eating.

Food allergies were also discussed.

Students from Mrs. Przybyla’s, Mrs. Bonomo’s and Mrs. Anthony’s classes are pictured before they enjoyed their snacks. Mrs. Dennis is the health teacher and Mr. Pollard is the building principal.

Fourth-grade students at Tenth Street Elementary School who recently learned about nutritious snacking are, from left, first row, Joshua Jones, Steven Ames, Emma Sands, Brenna Johnson, Jack Dileo, Vinny Maltese, Tauhid Shahid. Second row, Britney Cheskiewicz, Samantha, Mazerowski, Cody O'Neil, Michael Alba, Cassidy Orzel, Nicole Selinskie, Alison Lynch, Hannah Novakowski,Zaquay Williamson, Ariel Vikara. Third row, Joseph Mazza, Dillon Williams, Seth Kopcza and Christopher Klein.

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1998 Ford Taurus LX

2005 Volkswagen Golf GLS TDI Hatchback

STK# 0388

STK# 7648

$5,495 STK# 22009b

$2,495

2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser

1994 Honda Accord EX Coupe

STK# K2108a

STK# 4647d

$5,795

$2,395

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2004 Volvo S60 SE. R

2002 Volvo V70

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2004 Chevrolet C Malibu

1999 Subaru Legacy Sedan

2003 Chevrolet Malibu Base

2006 Hyundai Tucson Limited

2005 Chrysler Town & Country LX

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2004 Kia Optima LX

2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS

2003 Jeep Liberty Sport

2006 Saturn Ion

1998 Volkswagen Passat GLS Wagon

2007 Kia Sedona LX

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$4,995

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Auto., CD, Alum. Wheels, Tilt Wheel, PW, PDL, Pwr. Seat, Safety Pkg., Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Anti-Theft Sys., Sirius Satellite APR Radio, Keyless Mos. FOR Entry, Message PLUS Center,

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Auto., CD, Alum. Wheels, Tilt, PW, PDL, Pwr. Seat, Safety Pkg., Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Anti-Theft Sys., Sirius Satellite Radio, Keyless Entry with Keypad, Message Center,

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*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 2/29/12.

*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 2/29/12.

XLT, Safety Canopy, Side Impact Safety Pkg., Pwr. Driver’s Seat, Air, Auto., PDL, Fog Lamps, Privacy Glass, Roof Rack, 16” Alum.

Wheels, Sirius Satellite APR Radio, Keyless Entry, Mos. OR F CD, PW, Rear Cargo PLUS Convenience Pkg.,

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

24 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 2/29/12.

EcoBoost Engine, Pwr. Windows, Pwr. Door Locks, Air, Advance Trac with Roll Stability Control, Remote CD, Keyless Entry, MyFord

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24 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 2/29/12.

Auto., 3.5L V6, SYNC, Reverse Sensing Sys., CD, Keyless Entry with Keypad, PDL, PW, 18” Alum. Wheels, Anti-Theft Perimeter Alarm, Sirius Satellite Radio, Leather Seats, Pwr. Moonroof

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24 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 2/29/12.

STX, 3.7 V6, ABS, 17” Alum.

Wheels, Cloth Seat, 40/20/40 Split Seat, Decor Pkg., Cruise, Air, Pwr. Equipment Group, Auto.

FOR PLUS

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Mos.

24 Mos. *Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 2/29/12.

*Tax and tags extra. Security deposit waived. All factory rebates applied **Lease payments based on 24 month lease 21,000 allowable miles. First months payment, $595 Bank Fee, and $2,500 down payment (cash or trade) due at delivery. Sale ends 2/29/12.

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

Just Minutes from Scranton or W-B *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 FEBRUARY 29, 2012.

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STK: JP15685

2011

STK: H27555A

2004 Chrysler....... Sebring .......... 2004 2dr Convertible GTC ......................... 53,692 MILES $10,489

STK: J4918A

2009 Jeep .............Wrangler........ 4WD 2dr X................................................. 4,507 MILES $21,995

STK: T28646A

2006 Toyota.......... Tacoma .......... Access 127â&#x20AC;? Manual................................. 73,616 MILES $10,995

STK: L11404A

2009 Honda..........Accord............ 4dr V6 Auto EX-L ....................................... 25,045 MILES $21,995

STK: T29183A

2001 Toyota.......... Avalon............ 4dr Sdn XLS w/Bench Seat....................... 49,866 MILES $10,995

STK: A11076A

2009 Acura...........TSX ................ 4dr Sdn Auto ............................................. 40,930 MILES $21,995

STK: T29029A

2005 Chevrolet .... Malibu Maxx . 4dr Sdn LT.................................................. 29,634 MILES $10,995

STK: H27565A

2009 Honda..........CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 19,789 MILES $22,479

STK: K12501A

2009 Hyundai....... Sonata............ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto GLS.................................. 80,049 MILES $10,995

STK: D0414A

2010 Ford..............Escape............ 4WD 4dr XLT ............................................. 15,574 MILES $22,499

STK: M7984A

2004 Chevrolet .... TrailBlazer ...... 4dr 4WD LT................................................ 82,929 MILES $10,995

STK: J4997A

2009 Jeep .............WranglerUnltd 4WD 4dr X................................................. 34,029 MILES $22,499

STK: H27689A

2003 Chevrolet .... Monte Carlo... 2dr Cpe SS................................................. 60,874 MILES $11,989

STK: T29106A

2007 Toyota..........4Runner ......... 4WD 4dr V6 SR5 ....................................... 54,599 MILES $22,499

STK: H27654A

2002 Toyota.......... Camry ............ 4dr Sdn XLE Auto ...................................... 81,574 MILES $12,489

STK: H27639A

2009 Honda..........CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 24,792 MILES $22,979

STK: T29227B

2007 Honda.......... Civic ............... 4dr MT EX.................................................. 73,103 MILES $12,989

STK: A10964A

2010 Acura...........TSX ................ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto ......................................... 14,947 MILES $23,300

STK: K12570A

2003 Ford.............. Explorer ......... 4dr 114â&#x20AC;? WB 4.0L Eddie Bauer 4WD ........ 66,575 MILES $12,989

STK: T29295A

2011

STK: T28504A

2007 Toyota.......... Camry ............ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto LE..................................... 68,757 MILES $12,995

STK: T29301A

2009 Toyota..........Tacoma .......... 4WD Access I4 MT ................................... 28,002 MILES $23,479

STK: K12380A

2009 Hyundai....... Sonata............ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto GLS.................................. 55,405 MILES $12,995

STK: CH5482A 2008 Dodge..........Nitro ............... 4WD 4dr R/T ............................................. 11,103 MILES $23,479

STK: K12028C

2007 Hyundai....... Entourage ...... 4dr Wgn GLS ............................................. 66,418 MILES $13,489

STK: J4933A

2008 Cadillac........SRX ................ AWD 4dr V6 .............................................. 45,674 MILES $23,499

STK: K12490B

2010 Hyundai....... Elantra............ 4dr Sdn Man Blue ..................................... 8,824 MILES $13,995

STK: H27633A

2009 Honda..........CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX-L............................................ 19,095 MILES $23,979

STK: T29299A

2008 Honda.......... Civic ............... 4dr Auto LX................................................ 16,906 MILES $13,995

STK: A10968A

2010 Acura...........TSX ................ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto ......................................... 8,265 MILES $23,995

STK: T28930A

2009 Toyota.......... Tacoma .......... 2WD Reg I4 AT.......................................... 31,942 MILES $13,995

STK: D0494A

2009 Lincoln.........MKS ............... 4dr Sdn FWD ............................................. 20,201 MILES $23,995

STK: KP15671

2010 Hyundai....... Elantra............ ................................................................... 23,357 MILES $13,995

STK: H27162A

2010 Ford..............Edge ............... 4dr Limited AWD....................................... 35,839 MILES $23,995

STK: B9373A

2009 Chevrolet .... HHR ................ FWD 4dr LT w/2LT..................................... 15,801 MILES $13,999

STK: T28828A

2009 Toyota..........Venza.............. 4dr Wgn I4 AWD....................................... 35,914 MILES $24,400

STK: H27587A

2008 Chevrolet .... Equinox.......... AWD 4dr LT ............................................... 72,342 MILES $14,495

STK: H27529A

2008 Toyota..........Sienna............ 5dr 7-Pass Van XLE FWD .......................... 43,951 MILES- $24,479

STK: H27061A

2009 Toyota.......... Camry ............ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto LE..................................... 25,285 MILES $14,700

STK: H27584A

2011

STK: T28741A

2009 Toyota.......... Camry ............ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto LE..................................... 33,337 MILES $14,700

STK: CH5414A 2009 Subaru.........Legacy

STK: T28669A

2009 Toyota.......... Camry ............ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto LE..................................... 16,419 MILES $15,800

STK: T28762A

2008 Toyota..........FJ Cruiser....... 4WD 4dr Auto ........................................... 38,083 MILES $24,500

STK: T28489A

2009 Toyota.......... Prius ............... 5dr HB........................................................ 35,508 MILES $15,995

STK: H27716A

2011

STK: A10998A

2007 Buick............ Lucerne .......... 4dr Sdn V6 CXL.......................................... 55,168 MILES $15,995

STK: AS0345

2010 Acura...........RDX ................ FWD 4dr .................................................... 18,920 MILES $24,995

STK: DP15622

2008 Dodge.......... Charger .......... 4dr Sdn SXT RWD ..................................... 34,220 MILES $15,995

STK: H27115A

2010 Honda..........Odyssey ......... 5dr EX ........................................................ 17,524 MILES $25,100

STK: T29039A

2011

Chevrolet .... Malibu............ 4dr Sdn LT w/1LT....................................... 23,839 MILES $15,995

STK: H27436A

2009 Honda..........Pilot ................ 4WD 4dr EX............................................... 29,806 MILES $25,700

STK: T29139A

2010 Toyota.......... Corolla ........... 4dr Sdn Auto S .......................................... 24,211 MILES $15,995

STK: D0530A

2009 Honda..........Ridgeline........ 4WD Crew Cab RTL................................... 18,445 MILES $25,979

STK: H27525A

2008 Toyota.......... Tacoma .......... 2WD Reg I4 AT.......................................... 15,664 MILES $15,995

STK: H27506A

2009 Honda..........Pilot ................ 4WD 4dr EX............................................... 38,775 MILES $25,995

STK: T29153A

2010 Toyota.......... Corolla ........... 4dr Sdn Auto LE......................................... 25,693 MILES $16,099

STK: H27693A

2011

STK: A11073A

2010 Toyota.......... Camry ............ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto LE..................................... 35,480 MILES $16,300

STK: A10965A

2010 Acura...........TSX ................ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto Tech Pkg .......................... 11,279 MILES $26,495

STK: H27531A

2009 Honda.......... Civic ............... 2dr Auto LX................................................ 22,031 MILES $16,300

STK: T28596A

2010 Toyota..........Tundra4WDTruck Dbl 4.6L V8 6-Spd AT ................................ 29,981 MILES $26,995

STK: T28852B

2009 Volvo............ S60 ................. 4dr Sdn 2.5T FWD w/Sunroof................... 81,500 MILES $16,495

STK: C3523A

2009 Lincoln.........MKX ............... AWD 4dr.................................................... 42,238 MILES $26,995

STK: T28872B

2010 Dodge.......... Caliber............ 4dr HB SXT ................................................ 29,688 MILES $16,499

STK: A11072A

2010 Acura...........TSX ................ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto ......................................... 19,138 MILES $26,995

STK: T28698A

2009 Honda.......... Civic Hybrid... 4dr Sdn ...................................................... 37,550 MILES $16,600

STK: A11084A

2009 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn 2WD............................................. 22,420 MILES $26,995

STK: H27146A

2010 Honda.......... Civic ............... 4dr Auto LX................................................ 20,566 MILES $16,979

STK: A11152A

2011

STK: T28956A

2010 Ford.............. Fusion ............ 4dr Sdn SE FWD........................................ 14,522 MILES $16,995

STK: BP15539

2008 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Luxury 4MATIC..................... 23,772 MILES $27,500

STK: M7903A

2010 Toyota.......... Corolla ........... 4dr Sdn Auto S .......................................... 16,274 MILES $16,995

STK: L11478A

2009 Lexus ...........ES 350 ............ 4dr Sdn ...................................................... 26,109 MILES $27,700

STK: D0418A

2003 MB................ S-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 4.3L .............................................. 79,110 MILES $16,995

STK: B9212A

2010 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn 2WD............................................. 21,490 MILES $27,900

STK: H27276A

2010 Honda.......... Civic ............... 4dr Auto EX ............................................... 11,360 MILES $17,400

STK: A11048A

2010 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn 2WD............................................. 27,481 MILES $27,995

STK: H27632A

2008 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr LX ............................................... 36,528 MILES $17,995

STK: T28954A

2007 Toyota..........4Runner ......... 4WD 4dr V8 Limited.................................. 35,392 MILES $27,999

STK: JP15667

2010 Jeep ............. Patriot ............ 4WD 4dr Sport *Ltd Avail* ....................... 28,388 MILES $17,995

STK: H27594A

2009 Toyota..........Highlander..... 4WD 4dr V6 Limited.................................. 42,489 MILES $28,479

STK: L11484A

2009 Lexus ...........ES 350 ............ 4dr Sdn ...................................................... 32,175 MILES $28,479

STK: P15670

2009 Volvo............S80 ................. 4dr Sdn I6 Turbo AWD .............................. 30,449 MILES $28,499

STK: JP15472A 2008 Ford.............. Edge ............... 4dr SEL AWD............................................. 44,702 MILES $17,995 Toyota.......... Camry ............ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto LE..................................... 9,672 MILES $17,995

Jeep .............Liberty............ 4WD 4dr Sport .......................................... 13,493 MILES $21,979

Toyota..........Prius ............... 5dr HB II..................................................... 10,379 MILES $23,479

Honda..........CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr SE............................................... 11,636 MILES $24,479 4dr H4 Auto GT Ltd.................................... 30,789 MILES $24,499

Honda..........CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 7,564 MILES $24,979

Honda..........CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX-L............................................ 4,359 MILES $26,479

Subaru.........Outback.......... 4dr Wgn H4 Auto 2.5i Prem AWP/Pwr Moon.... 10,448 MILES $27,499

STK: TS0364

2011

STK: J5019A

2009 Subaru......... Forester.......... 4dr Auto X w/Prem/All-Weather .............. 57,529 MILES $17,995

STK: BP15540

2009 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 25,755 MILES $28,700

STK: H27368A

2012 Honda.......... Civic ............... 4dr Auto LX................................................ 1,417 MILES $17,995

STK: BP15542

2009 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 20,261 MILES $28,800

STK: K12537B

2008 Suzuki.......... XL7 ................. AWD 4dr Luxury w/3rd Row ..................... 47,303 MILES $18,489

STK: B9305B

2010 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 16,367 MILES $28,995

STK: L11402A

2008 Toyota.......... RAV4 .............. 4WD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT Sport.................. 42,483 MILES $18,995

STK: B9413A

2009 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Luxury 4MATIC..................... 30,067 MILES $28,995

STK: D0368B

2010 Honda.......... Accord............ 4dr I4 Auto LX-P ........................................ 9,428 MILES $18,995

STK: A11023A

2010 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn 2WD............................................. 10,685 MILES $28,995

STK: HP15673

2009 Honda.......... Accord............ 4dr I4 Auto LX-P ........................................ 19,107 MILES $19,479

STK: A10935A

2010 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn 2WD............................................. 17,203 MILES $28,995

STK: J4739A

2008 Chevrolet .... TrailBlazer ...... 4WD 4dr LT w/3LT..................................... 37,118 MILES $19,495

STK: A10978A

2010 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn 2WD............................................. 12,691 MILES $29,300

STK: H27653A

2007 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 62,970 MILES $19,499

STK: H27188A

2010 Honda..........AccordCrosstour 4WD 5dr EX-L............................................ 9,870 MILES $29,479

STK: H27674A

2008 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 44,730 MILES $19,499

STK: A11046A

2010 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn 2WD............................................. 28,980 MILES $29,479

STK: P15682

2011

Chevrolet .... Impala ............ 4dr Sdn LT Fleet......................................... 16,752 MILES $19,499

STK: BP15651

2010 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 30,782 MILES $29,800

STK: KP15680

2011

Hyundai....... Sonata............ 4dr Sdn 2.4L Auto GLS .............................. 31,319 MILES $19,499

STK: BP15652

2010 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 33,680 MILES $29,800

STK: TP15689

2009 Toyota.......... RAV4 .............. 4WD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT............................ 27,879 MILES $19,979

STK: H27516A

2010 Honda..........Pilot ................ 4WD 4dr EX-L............................................ 32,192 MILES $30,479

STK: T28905A

2009 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 32,461 MILES $19,995

STK: L11498A

2009 Lexus ...........ES 350 ............ 4dr Sdn ...................................................... 14,295 MILES $30,479

STK: H27279B

2008 Subaru......... Outback.......... 4dr H4 Auto 2.5i PZEV............................... 39,967 MILES $19,995

STK: B9336B

2011

STK: L11467A

2010 Honda.......... Civic ............... 4dr Auto EX-L ............................................ 16,762 MILES $20,300

STK: BP15658

2009 MB................M-Class .......... 4MATIC 4dr 3.5L........................................ 42,479 MILES $30,995

STK: H27676A

2009 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr LX ............................................... 21,739 MILES $20,479

STK: L11480A

2010 Lexus ...........IS 250 ............. 4dr Sport Sdn Auto AWD.......................... 18,435 MILES $30,995

STK: HP15675

2009 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX-L............................................ 49,098 MILES $20,479

STK: L11457A

2010 Lexus ...........IS 250 ............. 4dr Sport Sdn Auto AWD.......................... 17,173 MILES $31,050

STK: T29086A

2008 Toyota.......... RAV4 .............. 4WD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT............................ 36,002 MILES $20,479

STK: H26995A

2010 Toyota..........Highlander..... 4WD 4dr V6 Limited.................................. 22,151 MILES $31,995

STK: T28894A

2010 Toyota.......... Camry ............ 4dr Sdn I4 Auto LE..................................... 6,881 MILES $20,479

STK: D0413A

2010 Lexus ...........IS 250 ............. 4dr Sport Sdn Auto AWD.......................... 6,790 MILES $31,995

STK: T29307A

2011

Honda.......... CR-Z ............... 3dr CVT...................................................... 14,270 MILES $20,479

STK: LS0368

2010 Lexus ...........ES 350 ............ 4dr Sdn ...................................................... 18,572 MILES $32,479

STK: B9326B

2007 Hyundai....... Santa Fe......... AWD 4dr Auto Limited *Ltd Avail*........... 52,132 MILES $20,499

STK: B9339A

2010 Toyota..........Highlander..... 4WD 4dr V6 Limited.................................. 17,877 MILES $32,995

STK: H27711A

2009 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 40,510 MILES $20,499

STK: D0470A

2011

STK: D0519A

2009 Jeep ............. Commander .. 4WD 4dr Sport .......................................... 44,897 MILES $20,499

STK: B9459A

2010 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 3.0L Sport 4MATIC....................... 15,948 MILES $33,479

STK: JP15669

2010 Jeep ............. Compass........ 4WD 4dr Sport .......................................... 35,537 MILES $20,499

STK: B9488A

2010 Ford..............F-150............... ................................................................... 12,625 MILES $33,499

STK: JP15684

2011

Jeep ............. Patriot ............ 4WD 4dr Sport .......................................... 13,662 MILES $20,499

STK: D0350A

2012 Acura...........TL ................... 4dr Sdn Auto 2WD .................................... 7

STK: T29206A

2010 Toyota.......... RAV4 .............. 4WD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT............................ 54,117 MILES $20,499

STK: H27690A

2011

STK: P15681

2011

STK: D0522A

2012 Acura...........RDX ................ AWD 4dr.................................................... 3,154 MILES $35,479

STK: C3526A

2009 Subaru......... Legacy............ 4dr H4 Auto Special Edition PZEV............. 12,671 MILES $20,499

STK: K12540A

2009 Acura...........MDX ............... AWD 4dr Tech Pkg .................................... 34,979 MILES $36,479

STK: KP15673

2011

Hyundai....... Sonata............ ................................................................... 19,314 MILES $20,499

STK: H27331A

2011

STK: B9371A

2008 Toyota.......... RAV4 .............. 4WD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT Ltd...................... 40,627 MILES $20,800

STK: BP15668

2009 MB................M-Class .......... 4MATIC 4dr 3.5L........................................ 26,924 MILES $38,479

STK: H27611A

2009 Honda.......... Accord............ 4dr I4 Auto EX-L ........................................ 23,334 MILES $20,979

STK: BP15650

2007 MB................S-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 5.5L V8 RWD................................ 31,672 MILES $38,995

STK: H27598A

2009 Honda.......... Odyssey ......... 5dr LX ........................................................ 33,459 MILES $20,995

STK: B9367A

2009 MB................CLK-Class....... 2dr Cabriolet 5.5L...................................... 10,979 MILES $39,995

STK: H27675A

2009 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 37,125 MILES $20,995

STK: L11461A

2011

STK: H27469A

2011

Honda.......... CR-Z ............... 3dr CVT...................................................... 7,888 MILES $21,479

STK: B9168A

2010 MB................E-Class ........... 4dr Sdn Luxury 3.5L 4MATIC..................... 16,106 MILES $46,479

STK: D0518A

2010 Honda.......... Civic ............... 2dr Man Si................................................. 24,681 MILES $21,479

STK: BP15659

2009 MB................GL-Class ......... 4MATIC 4dr 4.6L........................................ 35,911 MILES $46,995

STK: T28454B

2008 Jeep ............. Wrangler........ 4WD 4dr Unlimited Sahara....................... 50,712 MILES $21,495

STK: B9445A

2010 Lexus ...........GX 460 ........... 4WD 4dr .................................................... 37,004 MILES $47,479

STK: T29284A

2008 Toyota.......... Tacoma .......... 4WD Access I4 MT ................................... 39,770 MILES $21,499

STK: J5013A

2010 MB................C-Class ........... 4dr Sdn 6.3L AMG RWD ........................... 20,307 MILES $53,479

STK: H27715A

2009 Honda.......... CR-V ............... 4WD 5dr EX............................................... 31,245 MILES $21,499

STK: B9365A

2011

STK: B9388B

2005 Ford.............. F-150............... SuperCrew 139â&#x20AC;? Lariat 4WD .................... 34,458 MILES $21,900

STK: B9460A

2009 MB................SL-Class.......... 2dr Roadster 5.5L V8................................. 23,957 MILES $66,979

Chevrolet .... Malibu............ 4dr Sdn LT w/1LT....................................... 15,428 MILES $20,499

Toyota..........Avalon............ 4dr Sdn Limited ......................................... 4,913 MILES $30,750

Cadillac........SRX ................ FWD 4dr Base ........................................... 5,401 MILES $33,479

MILES $33,995

Toyota..........Avalon............ 4dr Sdn Limited ......................................... 6,251 MILES $34,479

Honda..........Odyssey ......... 5dr Touring ................................................ 9,616 MILES $36,479

Cadillac........SRX ................ AWD 4dr Performance Collection............. 7,037 MILES $40,995

MB................GL-Class ......... 4MATIC 4dr 4.6L........................................ 20,837 MILES $58,995

*ALL PRICES PLUS TAX, TAG, & TITLE. FINANCING AVAILABLE WITH APPROVED CREDIT. PRIOR SALES EXCLUDED. DEALER NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. WARRANTY ON SELECT MAKES AND MODELS. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. UNITS MAY BE SOLD PRIOR TO PRINTING. OFFERS EXPIRE 2/29/12.

Call 1.866.356.9383

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SUNDAY DISPATCH 412 Autos for Sale

TOYOTA ‘04 CELICA GT 112K miles. Blue, 5

speed. Air, power windows/locks, CD/cassette, Keyless entry, sunroof, new battery. Car drives and has current PA inspection. Slight rust on corner of passenger door.

Clutch slips on hard acceleration.

This is why its thousands less than Blue Book value. $6,500 OBO. Make an offer! Call 570-592-1629

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

347-693-4156

415 Autos-Antique & Classic

CHEVY ‘30 HOTROD COUPE $49,000

FORD ‘76 THUNDERBIRD

All original $12,000

MERCEDES ‘76 450 SL $24,000

MERCEDES ‘29

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

CHEVY ’77 CORVETTE Red & red, all

original. No hits, restoration. Rides and looks new.

Exceptionally clean.

A/c, pb, ps, pw, 51K $14,900 OBO 570-563-5056

DESOTO CUSTOM ‘49 4 DOOR SEDAN

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

To test drive, by appointment only, Contact Tony at 570-899-2121 or penntech84th@ gmail.com

FORD `52 COUNTRY SEDAN CUSTOM LINE

STATION WAGON V8, automatic, 8 passenger, 3rd seat, good condition, 2nd owner. REDUCED TO $6,500.

570-579-3517 570-455-6589

FORD SALEEN ‘04 281 SC Coupe

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

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MAZDA `88 RX-7 CONVERTIBLE

1 owner, garage kept, 65k original miles, black with grey leather interior, all original & never seen snow. $7,995.

Call 570-237-5119

MAZDA `88 RX-7 CONVERTIBLE

1 owner, garage kept, 65k original miles, black with grey leather interior, all original & never seen snow. $7,995.

Call 570-237-5119

MERCEDES 1975

Good interior & exterior. Runs great! New tires.

Many new parts.

Moving, Must Sell. $1,300 or best offer 570-362-3626 Ask for Lee

MERCURY `79 ZEPHYR

6 cylinder automatic.

52k original miles.

Florida car. $1500.

570-899-1896

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

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BMW 2010 K1300S

Only 460 miles! Has all bells & whistles.

Heated grips, 12 volt outlet, traction control, ride adjustment on the fly. Black with lite gray and red trim. comes with BMW cover, battery tender, black blue tooth helmet with FM stereo and black leather riding gloves (like new). paid $20,500. Sell for

$15,000 FIRM. Call 570-262-0914 Leave message.

DAELIM 2006

150 CCs. 4,700 miles.

70 MPG. New battery & tires. $1,500; negotiable.

Call 570-288-1246 or 570-328-6897

HARLEY 2011 HERITAGE SOFTTAIL Black. 1,800 miles.

ABS brakes. Security System Package. $16,000 firm.

SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY 570-704-6023

451

Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

CHRYSLER `02 TOWN & COUNTRY

Luxury people mover! 87,300 well maintained miles.

This like-new van has third row seating, power side & rear doors. Economical V6 drivetrain and all available options. Priced for quick sale $6,295. Generous trade-in allowances will be given on this top-of-the-line vehicle. Call Fran 570-466-2771 Scranton

GMC `05 SAVANA 1500 Cargo Van.

AWD. V8 automatic.

A/C. New brakes & tires. Very clean. $10,750. Call 570-474-6028

JEEP `03 Rare.

LIBERTY5 SPORT.

Edition Deuce.

Garage kept.

1 owner. 1900 miles.

Tons of chrome. $38,000 invested. A must see. Asking $18,000. OBO 570-706-6156

speed. 23 MPG. 102K highway miles.

Silver with black interior. Immaculate condition, inside and out. Garage kept.

No rust, maintenance records included. 4wd, all power. $6,900 or best offer, trades will be considered.

Call 570-575-0518

HSoft ARLEY DAVIDSON ‘80 riding FLH.

MERCURY `03 MOUNTAINEER

HARLEY DAVIDSON `03 100th Anniversary

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

YAMAHA ‘97 ROYALSTAR 1300

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

(570) 814-1548

442 RVs & Campers

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

FOREST RIVER ‘10 SURVEYOR 234T

24’ Travel trailer.

Sleeps 7, two queen beds, tinted windows, 17’ awning, fridge, microwave, oven/range, sofa bed, water heater.

A/C, one slide out, smoke free, only $14,995.

570-868-6426

SUNLINE SOLARIS `91

25’ travel trailer A/C. Bunk beds. New fridge & hot water heater.

Excellent condition. $3,900.

570-466-4995

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Trucks/ SUVs/Vans

BUICK `05 RENDEZVOUS BARGAIN!!

AWD, Fully loaded, 1 owner, 22,000 miles.

Small 6 cylinder.

New inspection.

Like new, inside & out. $13,000.

(570) 540-0975

CADILLAC `99 ESCALADE 97k miles. Black

Third row AWD. seating. Economical 6 cylinder automatic. Fully loaded with all available options.

93k pampered miles.

Garage kept. Safety / emissions inspected and ready to go. Sale priced at $8,995.

Trade-ins accepted.

Tag & title processing available with purchase. Call Fran for an appointment to see this outstanding SUV. 570-466-2771 Scranton

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RANGE ROVER ‘07 SPORT Supercharged

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

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with beige leather interior. 22” rims.

Runs great. $8,500 Call 570-861-0202

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

FORD ‘02 EXPLORER

Red, XLT, Original non-smoking owner, garaged, synthetic oil since new, excellent in and out. New tires and battery.

90,000 miles. $7,500 (570) 403-3016

Building/ Construction/ Skilled Trades

506 Administrative/ Clerical

Administrative Assistant

Highly successful business in the Wilkes-Barre Area with immediate need for an experienced administrative assistant. Data entry, preparing reports & correspondence, recording meeting notes, etc. Strong understanding of Excel a must.

-Competitive Salary -401k -Paid Vacation -Health Care Send resume to collette@gocolours. com Deadline 2/24

533

Installation/ Maintenance/ Repair

Entry Level Construction Laborer

Two person crew, no experience necessary, company will train. The work is outdoor, fastpaced, very physical and will require the applicant to be out of town for eight day intervals followed by six days off. Applicants must have a valid PA drivers license and clean driving record.

Starting wage is negotiable but will be no less than $14.00 per hour plus incentive pay with family health, dental and 401k. APPLY AT R.K. HYDRO-VAC, INC., 1075 OAK ST PITTSTON, PA 18640 E-MAIL RESUME TO TCHARNEY@ RKHYDROVACPA.COM OR CALL 800-2377474 MONDAY TO FRIDAY, 8:30 TO 4:30 E.O.E. AND MANDATORY DRUG TESTING.

SUMMER LABORERS Part-time, summer

help for various commercial building and grounds maintenance projects.

Start date: May 14, starting rate: $11/hour, flexible schedule to allow for academic requirements, summer sports & planned vacations.

Must be 18+ & have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Send resume or letter of interest to: The Times Leader Box 2945 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250

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518 Customer Support/Client Care

CSR Do you have

internet or modem knowledge?

RFM is looking for someone with the ability to prioritize and organize requests. Self motivated individual with a dedicated sense of follow through.

Call center or help desk experience is necessary.

Must have computer knowledge & possess good people skills. Competitive starting rate.

Pleasant office environment. Must be dependable.

Call 1-888-514-8883 for details, ask for Stephanie.

Fax resume to: 570-517-5003

522

Education/ Training

CHILDCARE TEACHERS

NEEDED EXPERIENCE PRE FERRED. FULL TIME & PART TIME. DALLAS, WILKES-BARRE AND MOUNTAIN TOP LOCATIONS. 570-905-3322 THE PITTSTON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking applicants for the following position:

HEAD GIRLS SOFTBALL COACH All interested par-

ties are to submit a letter of interest, Act 34 and Act 151 Clearances & FBI Fingerprinting to: Mr. George B. Cosgrove, Superintendent Pittston Area School District, 5 Stout St. Pittston, Pa 18640 Deadline for Submission: February 23, 2012

527 Food Services/ Hospitality

Premier Private Club in the Hazleton Area is seeking a

BANQUET MANAGER

CHEVY `99 SILVERADO Auto. V6 Vortec.

Standard cab. 8’ bed with liner. Dark Blue. 98,400 miles. $4,999 or best offer 570-823-8196

509

for a fast paced environment where high quality and presentation are first priority. Competitive salary and benefits provided.

Minimum of two years experience required.

Please call 570-788-1112 ext.

118 or vccchefs@ptd.net to set up an interview.

NOW HIRING! Café Associates Alignment Specialist Inspection Bay Tech Tire Technician Tractor Mechanic Located in Pittston, PA Apply online at www.primeinc.com

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Logistics/ Transportation

RN SUPERVISOR LPN3 -11 P T

FULL TIME 3PM-11PM

ART IME PM PM EVERY OTHER WEEKEND

LPNs & CNAs PER DIEM

Apply in person to: MOUNTAIN TOP SENIOR CARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER 185 S. MOUNTAIN BLVD. MOUNTAIN TOP, PA 18707 (570) 474-6377

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Other

FOSTER PARENTS NEEDED! FCCY is looking for

DRIVERS

Due to our continued growth, Bolus Freight Systems is expanding its fleet of company drivers.

Company drivers will enjoy dedicated runs or regional runs. You can be home every night or every weekend, the choice is yours.

You can earn in excess of $1400 per week, and you will be driving a new or late model truck.

Part time and weekend work also available.

This is a career opportunity for dependable drivers to work for an industry leader and one of the highest paying companies in the business. We offer a performance bonus, paid vacations and holidays, medical and life insurance as well as 401K. For more information call: 1-800-444-1497 ext 721 Drivers: Home EVERY Weekend! Great Pay & Excellent Benefits! Dedicated Runs. Safety Bonus up to $2500. CDLA. 2 Years Experience. Annette: 800-852-9190 Drivers, CDL-A: Home every night!

Local Hazleton Dedicated route!

Great Pay, Benefits!

1-866-336-9642

PIONEER AGGREGATES, INC. Experienced

Tri-Axle Drivers

needed for our Spring operations.

Must have clean M.V.R. and medical screening. We offer paid health, dental, and vision, along with paid holidays, vacation, and a 401k plan.

Apply in person at 215 E Saylor Ave, Laflin PA, Between 8a & 3p

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548 Medical/Health

people to help meet the growing demand for foster homes.

Those interested in becoming foster parents call 1-800747-3807. EOE.

GENERAL LABOR Pittston

1ST & 2ND SHIFTS SEEKING CANDIDATES WHO AREN’T AFRAID OF HARD WORK! TEMP TO HIRE $10.00 PER HOUR SUBMIT TO BACKGROUND & DRUG SCREEN CALL ADECCO TODAY 570.451.3726

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Production/ Operations

TOOLMAKER

Full time 2nd shift position. Ability to use all shop tools and machines, experience in setup and operating CNC equipment a plus. Job requires working to close tolerances and from prints.

Excellent salary and benefits package.

Submit resume to: MICHAEL HOLCOMB, DIAMOND MANUFACTURING COMPANY, P. O. BOX 4174 WYOMING, PA 18644

569 Security/ Protective Services

SECURITY OFFICERS

Join Vector Security Patrol and become a name on a winning team.

We have career opportunities for Security Officers and those wishing to begin a career in the security field with openings for Part Time hours in Wilkes-Barre and Noxen.

Previous security experience a plus. EOE 800-682-4722

573

Warehouse

Full Time. Day and Evening Hours.

Benefits. Prior Dental Office Experience preferred.

DENTAL HYGIENIST: Part Time. Tuesday

3-8, Thursday 3-7 Email, Fax, Send resume to Carpenter Dental, 1086 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort, 18704. Carpenter Dental@hotmail.com Fax 570-714-5184.

Part Time LPN Positions

Looking for caring & compassionate people for Alzheimer’s Personal Care Facility.

Reliable applicants need only apply. No phone calls please.

Apply within.

Warehouse Associate RAPIDLY

GROWING COMPANY IN NEED OF FULL TIME WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE. COMPLETE BENEFITS PACKAGE PLEASE SEND RESUME TO store015@

gocolours.com DEADLINE 2/24/12 FORKLIFT EXPERIENCE A PLUS.

600 FINANCIAL 610

Business Opportunities

KEYSTONE GARDEN ESTATES

100 NARROWS RD ROUTE 11 LARKSVILLE

BEAUTY OR NAIL SALON/ BARBERSHOP

TURN KEY OPERATION

RURAL HEALTH CORPORATION OF NORTHEASTERN PA

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT/ NURSE PRACTITIONER

All Positions.

Apply Within.

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Purebred Animals?

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570-829-7130

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Client List available.

Excellent Condition $18,500 Serious Inquiries Only Please respond to Box 2940 Times Leader, 15 N. Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711

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Business Opportunities

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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

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“We can erase your bad credit 100% GUARANTEED.” Attorneys for the Federal Trade Commission say they’ve never seen a legitimate credit repair operation. No one can legally remove accurate and timely information from your credit report.

It’s a process that starts with you and involves time and a conscious effort to pay your debts.

Learn about managing credit and debt at ftc. gov/credit. A message from The Times Leader and the FTC.

700 MERCHANDISE 708

Antiques & Collectibles

PEDAL CAR 1980s era black Copenhagen AJ Foyt Indy pedal car and red 1980s era Marlboro pedal Indy car $200 for both. 696-3988

710

Appliances

FREEZER 13 cu. ft. upright. Good working condition & seals. FREE. 570-542-5102

GENE’S RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES 60 Day Warranty Monday-Friday 8:00PM-5:00PM Saturday 8:00AM-11:00AM Gateway Shopping Center Kingston, PA

(570) 819-1966 JENNAIRE BBQ GRILL includes rotisserie, gas. Like new. Paid $700 asking $250. OBO. 570-331-3564 WASHER & electric dryer, Moving. Very good condition asking $400. for both.

570-693-1462 WASHER kenmore portable needs hose $100.

570-288-1281

Baby Items

CRADLE & SWING: baby girl purple fisher Price purchased at Babies R Us. paid $169. asking $75.

Excellent condition.

570-301-3484 or 570-631-6635 CRIB/TODDLER BED brand new no mattress $30. Pack n Plays $25. Graco Snap N Go $20.

Jumparoo $25, Wedding Dress $50, Tiara $20. Travel System like new, 2 car seat bases $75, Bird Cages $25 each. 693-3028

726

Clothing

CLOTHING boys name brand jeans sizes 7 reg, 8 reg, 10 slim $5 each Childern’s Place winter coat 5/6 $20 Columbia winter coat 8 $25 570823-4432 aft 4pm

COAT

KENNETH COLE Beige, size 6, hardly worn. $75.

570-855-5385 JACKET, leather, black, small new $50. Dolce Gabbana handbag $200. 654-4440 JACKETS black medium, $60. Fox jacket small $50.

570-822-2641

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Exercise Equipment

AEROBIC CROSS TRAINING SYSTEM, Weslo, 30+ exercises, 150 lb weight stack, weight dowling system, 300 lbs resistance. 3 person capacity. Paid $600. sell $50. cash. 675-3890 ELLIPTICAL/STAIR STEPPER excellent condition, barely used. $200.00 Call 570-332-4869 TREADMILL Cadence 2300, excellent condition . $200 Exercise Bike stationary. $ 60 570-735-2081 TREADMILL electric with pad, proform $65. 570-822-2641 TREADMILL: Proform 495Pi excellent condition. $200.

570-654-8117

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DENTAL RECEPTIONIST

FULL TIME A full time position is available at the Shickshinny Health Center, Shickshinny, PA. Please go to www.rhcnepa.com, click on: employment opportunities, then job openings.

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548 Medical/Health

Furniture & Accessories

A BRAND NEW P-TOP QUEEN MATTRESS SET!!

Still in plastic!! $150!!

MUST SELL!!

Call Steve @ 280-9628!!

BED FRAME, queen, tubular steel head & foot board, $200.

Black wicker chair $25.

SHELVING, metal, 4 shelves, $5. (570) 654-4440 BED solid pine sleigh bed & matching chest of drawers, cream colored with floral design, great for a girls room, excellent condition/never $900. 212-0948

BEDROOM SET

5 piece with King size bed complete.

Excellent condition!

Broyhill Attic Heirloms 5 piece bedroom set. Solid oak.

Beautiful full dresser with mirror + additional dresser + 2 nights stands + king size oak bedframe & headboard + USA Olympic quality. Paid $7k+ for this beautiful integrated bedroom set. Moving to Philadelphia in small apartment or would bring with me! $1,200 for the entire set. 570.855.2751 BEDROOM SET: 6 pc. Dresser, mirror, door chest, 2 night stands and headboard that is good for full, queen or king size. Must see great shape. $450 570-814-5477 BOSTON ROCKER with design, beautiful paid $1300 asking $300. Lazy Boy recliner, brown leather $200, never used, selling to make room.

570-822-5391 COMPUTER DESK, walnut wood, 5’h x5’l, used 2 months.

Moving, paid $595 sell for $200.

570-592-1541.

DINING ROOM SET 10 piece Antique Bernhardt, good condition. $950 OBO. 570-542-5102

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 HOOSIER CABINET Antique with flour bin & pull-out baking table. Must pick up. $650.570-970-3576 HUTCH 2 piece hutch $100. Large end table $75. 2 piece old bedroom set $350. each old mirrors included.

570-200-5311 LOVE SEAT green striped $60.

570-675-3890 ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT

ALL CONTENTS FOR SALE Call 868-5973

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744

Furniture & Accessories

RECLINER SOFA burgundy, like new $300. Futon, wood frame, thick mattress with cover $100.

Microwave cart $50. 824-4185 SOFA & LOVESEAT, leather, 3 1/2 years old, excellent condition paid $2100 sell for $600. Two glass end tables, like new $120. 570-301-4102 SOFA, like new, microfiber, beige color, kick-out recliners on sides, beautiful. $300.

Call 570-287-4933

746 Garage Sales/ Estate Sales/ Flea Markets DUPONT 220 CENTER ST Sat. & Sun. 2/25 & 26 Starting at 8am

Furniture, housewares, collectibles, women’s clothing/ jewelry, glass ware & Christmas items

752 Landscaping & Gardening FIELDSTONE WALL, FREE, 40’ x 3’. You haul away.

570-696-1853 Leave Message

754

Machinery & Equipment

WOODSHOP DUST collection system. Grizzly 2hp dust collector.

Homemade chip separator.

Some pipng (plastic) blast gates, etc. Multiple tool controller. Circuit breaker. see and pick up in Mtn Top. $200..

OBO (570)474-6088

758 Miscellaneous ANGELS set of 2 Syrocco for wall $20. Beautiful 2 piece wall planter by Syrocco, top half has a spout bottom can be filled with flowers or greenery $25. Deluxe all-inone paper cutter/ dispenser 1 complete welded frame, regular blade, light gray includes paper/ dispenser (Bulman Products) $35.

Hearing impaired (Opentech miracle phone), feel your caller voice, visual ringer flashes when there is an incoming call, instructional video also included $20. Sears 36” TV display technology: C RT (tube), $65.

570-288-8689 CABINET from old Singer sewing machine $10.

570-474-5653 CANES & walking sticks, new batch.

Variety of 30+ available. Made from slippery maple trees. $4-$5 each.

Over 200 Christmas & household items.

Includes, Christmas trees, ornaments, flowers, vases, baskets, lamps, candle lights, Samsonite belt massager, 4 pieces of luggage. all for$60. 735-2081 DINNERWARE 64 piece $35. Black carpet 60”x*0” $20.

White lace 50 yards 8” straight piece with 3” gather riffle $40.

Wedding bows, white lace 24 for $12. Farberware coffee urn 12 to 55 cups, need stem $25. 570-654-4440 DINNERWARE SET service for 8 with matching silverware, white raised edges $45.

570-696-0187 GRILL/GAS small, good condition $25. neg. 570-510-7763 HELMET Fly Venom ATV/BMX /motorcycle helmet unisex adult xl, pink/black, like brand new, only used once. $60 Christmas casserole dish ceramic casserole dish, holly berry design, like new $10 Tampa Bay Buccaneers clock NFL clock, like new. $15. 570-235-6053

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758 Miscellaneous LIGHTS 2 tungsten lights with bar doors, & tripod stands, extra bulbs 2 umbrella’s, 1 tripod, 1 light meter with case, clamp gaffe tape, never opened, reflector (silver, white, gold) back drop stand, never opened still in box It extends to a height of 8 ft. 6”, collapses to 4’. & telescopic cross bar can extend to 10’ W weighs only 14 lbs.

Most of the equipment is from B&H, & Amazon.com. $325 for all. email if interested at Kari.Shinko 3@gmail.com.

LP’s 130+ albums & records from the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s sell all for $50.

570-675-3890 MATERIAL assorted, 2 boxes for crafts/ quilting, small pieces $5. 6 Rogers silver plated grapefruit spoons $10. 4 piece silver plated coffee set includes serving tray $25.

570-675-0920 MILK CAN & lid, painted black has decal, $30. Kaz cool moisture humidifier with air cleaning filter, 20-24 hour operation, $12. Beautiful hand made 25” Raggedy Ann & Andy doll, hand made clothes with embroided faces, sold in set $75.HP FAX-900 a stand alone plainpaper inkjet facsimile (fax) machine $15. Canon CB-2LV battery charger for the Canon NB-4L LiIon also comes with the Canon NB-4L LiIon battery for Canon SD1400IS, SD940IS, SD960IS and Other Select Canon digital cameras $20. 650-8710 MOVIE POSTERS: genuine $15. Classical 33 records $3. each. 5 drawer side ti side $350.

570-280-2472 NOOK COLOR in box. Used approximate 1 hour. $150 firm. Call 823-5943 RAILROAD JACK $35. Railroad spikes .25 cents each.

570-696-1036 SWIFTER wet jet mop $8.

2 - Xbox live 3 months $20.00 or $21.00 if mailed. 868-6018 SWING

$20.

570-510-7763

TABLE TOP. Oval glass.

40x51.5” FREE. 570-735-7331 TABLEWARE gold color $100.

570-822-2641 TANNING BED, Full Size Excellent Condition. $1,000 570-332-4869.

TIRES (2) all season tires, 225-55-17, like new $50 each.

570-690-2721 TIRES. Studded snow (2) Traction King plus/10 ply.

245-75-16-M&S. Lightly used. $149.

570-333-4827

774

Restaurant Equipment

GRILL: 24” electric table top.

208 phase. Made by Anvil. $400.

570-542-7532

780

Televisions/ Accessories

TV 15.5 very slim flat screen hi definition LCD, remote, beautiful picture, original box paid $109. sell for $65.

570-258-0568 or 570-406-4523 TV Sony Trinitron 36” tube with flat front. HD ready. V. good condition. $30.

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Tools

CHAINSAW Ryobi 20” cut with carrying case, used once, sell $165.

570-878-2849 COMPOUND SAW Craftsman with folding metal stand $225. 457-7854 GENERATOR Troybilt, 10HP, 550 watts, with 4-way electrical splitter, like new, great buy $650.

570-457-7854

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JOB FAIR

The Men’s Wearhouse Distribution Center located in the Center Point Industrial Park in Jenkins Twp, PA has the following SEASONAL positions available:

General Warehouse Dry Cleaning/Laundry 1st, 2nd and 3rd Shifts Available WHEN: Friday, February 24, 2012 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM WHERE: The Men’s Wearhouse 185 Centerpointe Boulevard Jenkins Township, Pa. 18640

You can also apply on-line at www.tmw.com

COME JOIN OUR TEAM!

TMW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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SUNDAY DISPATCH 784

Tools

815

MECHANICS TOOL CHESTS Craftsman one 5’ double decker, 1 single roll chest, great condition. asking $185. for both 831-5510

RADIO FLYER itemsLiberty Horse $125.

Rocket $40. First scooter $20. Wagon $50.

Butterscotch the horse , fabric saddle included. $125. All in very good condition.

570-855-8966

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

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Dogs

906 Homes for Sale EXETER

PAWS

786 Toys & Games CHILD’S MAT almost new purchased at Best Buy on 12-11-12 for $21. have receipt sell $12. 570-258-0568 or 570-406-4523

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Dogs

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529 SR 292 E For sale by owner Move-in ready. Well maintained. 3 - 4 bedrooms. 1 ¾ bath.

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Apartments/ Unfurnished

3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Finished Walk-Out Basement, Single Car Garage Nice corner lot

LAFLIN

POMERANIAN PUPPIES Male. $500 AKC, 8 weeks, 2 females. Shots & wormed.

Vet checked. Home Raised. $500.

570-864-2643

1252 Main St.

Nice size four bedroom home with some hardwood floors, large eat in kitchen with breakfast bar. 2 car garage & partially fenced yard. Close to everything! $92,900 MLS# 11-1977 Call Christine Kutz 570-332-8832 Four Star McCabe Realty 570-674-9950

941

Apartments/ Unfurnished

IN THE HEART OF WILKES-BARRE

Immediate Occupancy!!

Efficiencies available @30% of income

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.

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796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

796 Wanted to Buy Merchandise

570-735-1487 WE PAY THE MOST IN CASH

99

$

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Cats

CHIHUAHUA 9 year old female free to good home. Not good with kids/other dogs. Owner was elderly man who passed away.

570-902-5330

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953 Houses for Rent

Commercial Properties

DRUMS

WILKES-BARRE

FORTY FORT

BEAUTY EFFICIENT

438 Tripp St

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 12pm-5pm

1 bedroom, fireplace, courtyard parking, appliances, professionally managed.

LEASE/ EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION/ NO PETS/ SMOKING $465+ utilities

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

AMERICA REALTY

288-1422

24 ACRES

Wyoming Co, NY Bennington Twp. Cotton Hill Rd. ASKING $32,000 1-814-392-6548

KINGSTON

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Call 570-654-0817

DUPONT

2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, w/w carpeting, fridge, stove.

Hot water, heat, sewer included. No pets, no smoking. $600/mo. + security 570-655-5196

PITTSTON

NANTICOKE 2nd floor, 1 bed-

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570-855-3958 leave message.

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Close to Cross valley.

Marvelous, clean, 2nd floor, 1 bedroom, tiled bath, appliances, courtyard parking.

LEASE/NO PETS/ SMOKING/ EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION $465 + utilities.

PLYMOUTH

2 bedroom apt.

Heat, water, stove & fridge included.

Near bus stop. $600/month No smoking or pets. Credit and background check, security & references required. Call (570) 592-2902

AMERICA REALTY 288-1422

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Commercial Properties

Lease Space Available, Light manufacturing, warehouse, office, includes all utilities with free parking.

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WILKES-BARRE

264 Academy St 1.5 bedrooms, newly renovated building. Washer & dryer available. $600/per month includes heat, hot water and parking.

570-328-9896 570-855-4744

570-299-7241 570-606-8438

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570-479-6722

3 bedroom, 1 bath.

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Local & long distance moves.

Residential, Offices & Institutional moves.

(570) 299-7852 jcawleymoving@yahoo.com

ATTENTION FLOOD VICTIMS

member Northeastern & Central PA

Call Northeast Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning For all your needs. Licensed / Insured

570-499-3225

PREFERRED CONTRACTOR SINCE 1976

SMITH & MILLER ROOFING, INC.

HOME IMPROVEMENT Exterior Home Improvements By

• Flat Roofs • Shingles • Siding • Replacement Windows Free Estimates - Licensed & Insured

NORTHEAST WINDOW, INC.

WORKMANSHIP GUARANTEED ROBERT SMITH, WEST PITTSTON

Locally Owned & Operated Since 1987

655-6710

• Storm Doors • Vinyl Railings • Roofing • And More

INCOME TAX PREPARATION

570.654.4220 www.northeastwindow.com PA018418

KITCHEN & BATHROOM CONTRACTOR

COUNTER TOPS Plus FULL SERVICE

KITCHEN AND BATHROOM CONTRACTOR • Countertop Replacements • Storage Unit • Custom Built In

For All Your Interior Home Improvement Needs

PA CONTRACTOR 055641

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Production/ Operations

Area manufacturer is accepting applications for Production Manager. This position reports directly to the V.P. of Operations and oversees a multi department production facility. Candidates will have several years experience in the manufacturing of products in a fast pace manufacturing environment. Motivating employees and developing on floor work flow strategy and methodology is the core of this position. Daily interaction and problem solving with several departments in operations.

The successful candidate has 5 years experience in management; self motivated, able to work in a fast paced environment, has the ability to multitask; is highly organized; knowledge of lean manufacturing and six sigma are a plus but not required. Experience working in a manufacturing/assembly facility preferred.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits.

Send resume and salary history to: c/o The Times Leader Box 2935 Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0250

HIC# PA-005521

TAX SERVICES

FREE ESTIMATES

Production/ Operations

Production Manager

ROOFING

570.693.4350 570.371.9917

Call 829-7130 to place your ad.

Find that new job.

JASON CAWLEY, PITTSTON

HEATING

Tile/Hardwood Floors Kitchen Cabinets Interior Woodwork Closet Systems

The Classified section at timesleader.com

J. CAWLEY MOVING, LLC

Shirley Berti Hair Designs

• Windows • Siding • Enclosures • Fiberglass Doors

Find the perfect friend.

MOVING

If you are someone who is not able to get to a Salon to have your hair cut, colored, or permed. Call 570-655-8639

• • • •

State Lic. # PA057320

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SQUARE FOOT RE MANAGEMENT 866-873-0478

PLYMOUTH

HEALTH/BEAUTY

570-580-0797 FREE CONSULT

1st. Quality Construction Co.

HARVEYS LAKE

The Dispatch LOCAL PROS CONSTRUCTION

Long Term Care Insurance products/life insurance/estate planning. Reputable Companies.

Building & Remodeling

Senior Citizens Discount!

Insurance

NEPA LONG TERM CARE AGENCY

Desirable Lexington Village Nanticoke, PA Many ranch style homes. 2 bedrooms 2 Free Months With A 2 Year Lease $900 + electric only

Say it HERE in the Classifieds!

570-829-7130

PITTSTON COOPERS CO-OP

WEST PITTSTON 2 bedroom. 2nd

1024

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

Insured & Bonded.

NANTICOKE

NEW LUXURY DUPLEX This beautiful, completely renovated 2 bedroom luxury apartment could be yours! All new high end amenities include: hardwood floors, gorgeous maple kitchen cabinets with granite countertops & stainless steel appliances.

Spacious great room with gas fireplace. Stacked washer/dryer.

All new tile bath. Large screened-in porch.

Many large, convenient closets. Central Air. New gas heating system. Huge attic for storage.

“Must See!” $850 + utilities, lease & security.

NO PETS. Call for appointment.

570-793-6294

1000 SERVICE DIRECTORY

baths, all appliances, hardwood floors, washer/dryer on premises, single car attached garage. No pets. $925/month + security. Water, sewer & garbage paid.

Call 570-855-2687

3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large living room, dining room family room, kitchen with appliances, washer / dryer hookup.

New w/w carpet & freshly painted.

Large yard & screened porch.

Water, sewer, garbage & snow plowing included.

No pets.

Non smoking. Security deposit, references & credit check required. $1,100/per month + utilities.

570-709-6678

PLAINS

floor. $500 plus utilities 570-299-5471

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

950

PITTSTON APARTMENT

Let the Community Know!

Place your Classified Ad TODAY! 570-829-7130

HARVEYS LAKE 2 bedrooms, 2

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

Call TODAY For AVAILABILITY!!

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living room, kitchen, refrigerator & stove provided, off-street parking, no pets/ smoke free. $500/month+ utilities, security and lease required.

570-237-0190

2 bedroom, new carpet/paint, washer dryer hookup, no pets. $450/month + security & utilities.

Please call 570-822-7657

FREE HIGH SPEED INTERNET! Why pay extra for

- Light & bright open floor plans - All major appliances included - Pets welcome* - Close to everything - 24 hour emergency maintenance - Short term leases available

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

SAND SPRINGS Golf Community Townhouse. Modern kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 2 stall garage. 3 minutes to interstates 81 & 80. $1350 + utilities.

Call 570-582-4575

Center City WB

www.mayflower crossing.com

2nd floor. 1 bedroom, private entrance, newly painted, w/w carpeting, washer/ dryer hookup, off street parking.

Water & sewer included. No Pets No Smoking! $425 + security.

570-883-9384

NANTICOKE

KINGSTON

floor, 2 bedrooms, carpeted, security system. Garage.

Extra storage & cable TV included.

Laundry facilities.

Heat & hot water furnished. Fine neighborhood.

Convenient to bus & stores. No pets. References.

Security. Lease.

No smokers please. $715.

570-287-0900

PITTSTON

2nd floor rear apartment. 3 rooms + bath. Wall to wall carpet.

Heat & garbage paid by landlord. $425 + security. No pets.

Call 570-655-1713

KINGSTON

LAND FOR SALE

Apartments/ Unfurnished

bedroom. Water, sewer, stove, fridge, Garbage collection fee included. W/d availability. Large rooms. Security, $545/mo.

570-736-3125

Newly renovated. 3 bedroom. Wall to wall carpet.

Screened in porch.

Off street parking.

Fridge, stove, washer & dryer included. Sewer, lawn maintenance & snow removal also included. $750 + utilities. Call (570) 807-7204 LEAVE MESSAGE

912 Lots & Acreage

941

NANTICOKE Very clean, nice, 2

Mayflower Crossing Apartments 570.822.3968 2, 3 & 4 Bedrooms

1156

PICK UP SERVICES AVAILABLE Bruce Moluski 570-457-1840 TRAVEL

BROADWAY SHOW BUS TRIPS JERSEY BOYS

Wednesday, April 11, $150 (Front Mezz)

WICKED

Wednesday, May 2, $169 (Orchestra)

CALL: 570-655-4247 Overnight Junket to Atlantic City’s Taj Mahal!

Tuesday, March 6 & 7

Complementary room, transportation & baggage handling. Food, Beverages & Snacks served on bus. $25 per person.

Al Lispi: 570-814-3137 or 570-823-9578

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Marketing/ Product

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Marketing/ Product

Marketing Manager The economy may be slowing, but GWC Warranty is growing! GWC, a nationwide leader in vehicle service contracts, is seeking a Marketing Manager for our brand new Wilkes-Barre executive office. The ideal candidate will possess an analytical mind, an eagerness to manage a variety of projects and the ability to drive those projects to completion. Typical projects would include: Strategic differentiation, market segmentation, gathering voice of the customer data, market-specific growth strategies and brand messaging.

This job is MBA-level work but may also be perfect for the high-performing individual who has experience overseeing process development and execution of strategic, corporate initiatives. Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree and have strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Project & PowerPoint in particular). Additional knowledge of other database & operating platforms is a plus.

GWC Warranty offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package including medical and 401k.

Interested candidates may submit their resumes via email to

careers@gwcwarranty.com or by fax at 570-456-0967