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A lesson in loss
A lesson in loss
BILL TARUTIS PHOTO/THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
Hundreds, mostly Pittston Area students, gather at Albert West Park Wednesday at a candlelight
vigil to pay tribute to two classmates who died in the past week. COVERAGE BEINGS ON PAGE 3.
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Stand, youve been sitting
much too long;
Theres a permanent crease
in your right and wrong.
Sly and the Family Stone
I didnt grow until two years
after high school. Almost over-
night I blossomed into 511 and
180 pounds. At graduation I
was a puny 57, 130.
Not only that. I was what
they used to call a brain. I got
straight As.
I played no varsity sports.
I came from a family without
much money five kids, blue
collar dad, stay-at-home mom.
And when I was in 9th grade
I was what my grandmother
called chubby.
Oh, and I almost forgot my
overbite.
So, I began high school as a
short, fat, smart kid with big
front teeth, and except for los-
ing my baby fat didnt pro-
gress much over the next four
years.
If ever there were a kid ripe
for bullying it was I.
But nothing of the sort ever
happened.
I wasnt a big guy like my
classmates who played football.
I wasnt a tall, good looking
guy attracting the girls. And I
wasnt even an average guy
who could just blend in. The
brains part saw to that.
But I never once felt odd, or
weird, or without friends, or
even different. Just the oppo-
site, in fact.
The reason, I think, is be-
cause in those days no matter
what our differences, we kids
were the same, the same where
it mattered: inside. And that
was because we came from the
same place: a family where
values were important and right
and wrong were, well, right and
wrong. Schools did not need a
zero tolerance policy on
those things back then. Our
parents already had one.
The point is our sameness
trumped our differences. And
while kids may have been
picked on, it was soon forgotten
and never came close to ap-
proaching the bullying we hear
so much about today, and heard
so much about last week.
Whether or not bullying had
any direct influence on the
actions of the four students who
took their own lives, bullying
among young people is real
and rampant.
I discussed this with students
at the community college last
week and all confirmed being
or at least witnessing bullying.
One young woman said she
moved to this area in her junior
year and found the local stu-
dents positively mean. Anoth-
er said she was bullied by a
school principal almost every
day about the way she dressed.
All confirmed that social
media had the power to take the
bullying to another, intolerable,
level. Its a lot easier to write
that stuff than to say it to some-
ones face, one student said.
Another made an observation
that caused me to recall myself
at that age, as described above,
and also to think this might be
something to work on. Today,
he said, the disenfranchised
student has no advocate.
By disenfranchised, he meant
any student perceived as differ-
ent.
Maybe thats a place to begin,
then: to identify the disen-
franchised and make sure they
have support.
And while theres a lot of talk
right now about schools having
bullying policies and enforcing
them, the solution is not going
to come from the top down. It
has to come from the bottom
up, specifically from the stu-
dents themselves.
Students reaching out to
students is what is going to
make this better. Its the only
thing that can.
A priest told me several years
ago about being transferred to a
parish where he quickly noticed
almost no one knew each other
or even seemed to care about
each another. So he did some-
thing about it. Before mass one
Sunday morning, he told the
gathering he would not begin
the service until every person in
the church got up from their
seats and hugged a perfect
stranger.
It did not go over well, he
said. But he stuck to his guns.
And after several Sundays, the
people really got into the swing
of it. Some big, burly guy, he
said, would come up to the altar
and lift the priest right off his
feet. He began calling it Holy
Commotion.
Now, Im not suggesting the
day in public schools begin
with Holy Commotion, al-
though its not a bad idea, but is
it too much to ask students to
make it a practice to every day
introduce yourselves to a class-
mate you do not know? And
maybe even talk to each other
for five minutes or so?
And, like the priest, not back
down no matter how weird it
feels in the beginning?
If you will give it a shot,
students, pretty soon no one
will feel disenfranchised. Not
when you discover youre all a
lot more alike that you thought,
which I predict you will.
Ed Ackerman, optimist
eackerman@psdispatch.com
Only students can make this better
Vigil for students..............................................3
Forum on suicide..............................................5
WA support .......................................................6
Local Chatter ....................................................8
Neighborhoods Summit.................................10
Editorial /Cartoon ...........................................14
Maria Heck........................................................15
Nutrition............................................................15
Peeking into the Past .....................................18
Tastes of Greater Pittston............................28
Town News ......................................................33
Sports...............................................................39
Obituaries .........................................................51
Birthdays.........................................................B3
Faith..............................................................B5-7
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It was a week of tears.
Tragically, the Pittston Area
School District community has
been has been shaken to the core
as it deals withthe deaths of Mat-
thew M. Montagna, 16, a junior
from Jenkins Township, and Ja-
mie Baker, 15, a sophomore from
Avoca. The two ended their own
lives less than a week apart, on
Sept. 21and Sept. 24, respective-
ly.
Funeral services for both were
held, but the loss will likely lin-
ger in the Pittston Area commu-
nity for years to come.
It was a night of tears on
Wednesday.
One by one, friends, relatives,
acquaintances and classmates
stepped up to the microphone
during a vigil at Albert West
Park and offered sorrowful testi-
mony.
Jamie always had a smile on
her face.
Matt was a loyal friend.
Jamie could make anyone
laugh.
Matt was a sweet boy.
It may have been billed as an
anti-bullying rally, but it quickly
turned into a memorial service
for Montagna and Baker.
Nearly 1,000 mostly teens
gathered with candles on the
track surrounding West Park.
BILL TARUTIS/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
Some of the many Pittston Area students attending the teen suicide vigil for their classmates Wednesday night.
UNITED IN SORROW
Jamie
Rosen-
crans of
Duryea,
left, cries
as she
plays
'Wake Me
Up When
Septem-
ber Ends'
by Green
Day while
the Rev.
Daniel
Schwebs
holds the
micro-
phone.
Hundreds gather at West Park following
deaths of two Pittston Area students
By JOE HEALEY
jhealey@psdispatch.com
See SORROW, Page 4
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The silence was often pierced
with sobs.
One girl, Jordan, said she
knewJamie since they were little
girls.
She was the best friend any-
one could ever have, she said.
Everybody loved her. She was a
happy girl who took care of any-
body that was upset. She could
make anybody laugh.
Close friend, Jess, said Jamie
was in good spirits in the days
before she died.
On Sunday she was so hap-
py, Jess said. She just bought
her homecoming dress and was
so excited to go to the dance.
Autumn Stoss, Jamies cousin,
said Jamie helped teach her how
to cheer.
She taught me how to do a
cartwheel, Autumn said.
Matts friend Jonathan said
Matt was the first person he met
at the high school.
Our first
day of fresh-
manyear, ev-
eryone was
lost, Jo-
nathan said.
No one
knew where
they were
going. The
first kid I
walked into
was good-
ole Matt. He
walked right
into me.
First kid that
introduced
himself. I want to thank Matt for
being there for me when I was
lost.
Enrico said Matt was the first
person he met when he trans-
ferred to Pittston Area.
When I moved to Pittston in
8th grade, I was lost. The first
kid I met was Matt. He always
made me laughandIll never for-
get that, Enrico said. I met Ja-
mie at the Relay for Life. She
was a very smiling kid. So very
happy.
Well miss them both so
much, Connors said.
Ryan Reap said Matt was my
old fishin buddy.
I could still see himsitting on
the banks of the Susquehanna
catching bluegill and catching
bass, he said. He was a good
kid. I cant say I knew him the
best, but I can still say that I hung
out with him and he was my
friend.
Monica Thomas of Plymouth,
co-founder of Parents Advocat-
ing for Safe Schools, said she or-
ganized the vigil to draw atten-
tion to bullying in schools, and
howit can be a factor in the epi-
demic of teen suicides, and to
let the victims of bullying know
there is help available.
The kids need to be aware
that there are people around that
can help them, Thomas said.
The evening ended with a
prayer from the Rev. Daniel
Schwebs of St. Josephs Oblate
Seminary in Laflin.
After listening to all of you
this evening, it shows how much
you loved these two people
both Matthew and Jamie,
Schwebs said.
He ordered a moment of si-
lence and led the crowd in The
Lords Prayer.
The vigil ended with the
Green Day song, Wake Me Up
Pittston Area students Chelsea Balchune, left, and Kelly Mitchell join hundreds of others in a cadlelight vigil on Wednesday night.
Sorrow
Continued from Page 3
Gabby Galonis, right, Nick Montagna, and Dave DeLeo console each other during the candlelight
vigil for two Pittston Area teen suicide victims. See SORROW, Page 32
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YATESVILLE Samantha
Neaman stood before hundreds
of people she never met before
Wednesday night and described
the night her 13-year-old son,
Kyle, committed suicide five
years ago.
Pittston Area High School se-
nior Meredith Yozwiak told
those same people how being
bullied and called fat in grade
school led to her eating disorder
and that she was "basically com-
mitting suicide without knowing
it."
Kathleen Carey, 18, shared
how suffering bullying at
Meyers High School in Wilkes-
Barre led to her cutting herself
and contemplating suicide.
A public forum at Pittston Ar-
ea High School to discuss teen
suicide and bullying was filled
with emotion, concern, ques-
tions and sharing of personal ex-
periences as the district respon-
ded to the recent suicide deaths
of four area students - two of
them Pittston Area students.
The forum featured speakers
including Luzerne County Dis-
trict Attorney Stefanie Salavan-
tis, Pittston Area Superintendent
Mike Garzella, Wyoming Valley
Drug & Alcohol Services CEO
Carmen Ambrosino and repre-
sentatives of the Childrens Ser-
vice Center and the Victims Re-
source Center.
"I felt it was important to put
this together as soon as possible
because the events that occurred
... have been tragic and a great
loss for our community and our
schools," Garzella said.
And while investigators have
not found solid evidence that any
of the suicide victims were bul-
lied, despite widespread allega-
tions, Garzella said investiga-
tions into the deaths continue.
"If bullying played a part in
any of these incidents, it will not
be tolerated in our schools. It
will be dealt with. If we need to
press charges, we will press
charges," said Garzella, who
noted that his own daughter was
a victim of bullying. "This is a
real crisis and we ... need to work
together. This is more than we
can do as a school system. We
need a community effort. ... I
think theres more to this than
bullying," he said.
Several parents and adults in
the audience said administrators
have refused to recognize bully-
ing and it often goes unpunished.
Others said it only gets worse if
its reported. Pittston Area grad-
uate Jill Zaleski, 19, said it
wasnt students who made her
feel worthless, "it was some of
the teachers," drawing applause
from the audience. She asked
what would happen to teachers
who bullied students.
Garzella said they would be
disciplined.
A man asked the maximum
punishment a bully could face if
it was determined that a suicide
victim was a target. Salavantis
Public forum Wednesday draws large turn-out at Pittston Area high School
On suicide
& bullying
PETE G. WILCOX/THE TIMES LEADER
Carmen Ambrosino (right) CEO, Wyoming Valley Alcohol & Drug Services, Inc. and Dr. Michael Gar-
zella (left) Pittston Area School Superintendent sit on the panel at Wednesday night's forum.
By STEVE MOCARSKY
smocarsky@timesleader.com
A large audience in attendance at Pittston Area High School on
Wednesday for a public forumon teen suicide and bullying.
See FORUM, Page 13
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ocial media, particularly
Facebook, the very thing
blamed for much of to-
days bullying of young people,
was used for a more positive pur-
pose last week by students in the
Wyoming Area school district.
WA students, sports rivals of
their counterparts at Pittston Ar-
ea, used social media to reach
out in support of their rivals who
are dealing with the effects of
teen suicide.
It began when Mallory Bohan,
a junior at Wyoming Area, real-
izing what a tough time Pittston
Area students were going
through facing with the loss of
two of their classmates through
suicide, wanted to do something
that would help and make a dif-
ference.
On Tuesday, she posted on
Facebook and Twitter for her fel-
low Wyoming Area students to
wear red and blue colors those
of the rival Patriots to school to
show support and solidarity for
those across the river. She knew
that a school rivalry between the
two schools was trivial in light of
the seriousness of the situation.
I first posted to the schools
volleyball Facebook page and
the basketball page and before
you knewit, it caused a ripple ef-
fect, you can say, Bohan said.
By Tuesday evening, the posts
went viral and students from
Pittston Area took notice and re-
sponded in kind. Here are some
unedited posts from Facebook.
Angelo Lussi Shout out to
all those warriors helping us get
past this devastating times. I love
all of you guys. Thanks so much
for being here for us all.
Antonette Scialpi rivals or
not, we are all people. You war-
riors are doing great things for us
patriots. thank you for being
there for us. It means way more
to us than youll ever know.
Kallie Healey This really
means so much i am a jv cheer-
leader at PA and i cheer with ja-
mie and i really know it would
mean a lot to her and matt to that
people care and want to help
thanks for all your support ?
Sydney Ralston you guys
are the best. its scary to go to
school anymore and WAis help-
ing so much ?
Raissa Shandra As a student
at Pittston Area, I can not thank
you guys enough. We all appre-
ciate it, thank you. If truly means
a lot. ?
Haley Kline Warriors re-
specting warriors, it means more
than the world. Thank you, WA
for helping us through this.
Wyoming Area students
showed their support with the
following posts.
Lauren Maloney PA we are
here for you. Everyone please re-
alize that your life is priceless &
you shouldnt ever have to feel
that it needs to end. Strong isnt
even a good enough word to de-
scribe PA right now. Youre not
alone. Keep my statuss and hash
tags goingwarriors respect war-
riors, warriors respect all I know
I dont knowwhat its like to lose
PHOTO SUBMITTED
Students fromWyoming Area Secondary Center wore red and blue to school Wednesday in support of their counterparts at Pittston Area as a show of support following
the suicides that happened in their district.
WA students reach out to hurting rivals
Social media utilized for positive purpose in wake of teen suicides
By TONY CALLAIO
Dispatch correspondent
See RIVALS, Page 7
JOE HEALEY/THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
This bouquet of flowers and a peace plant was sent fromthe Wyoming Area school district 'family' to
the Pittston Area school district ` 'family'. The attached note read, in part: 'The Wyoming Area family
and students would like to express our sincere sympathy for the untimely passing of the students at
your school.' The message ended with a quote fromMartin Luther King Jr.: 'We must accept finite
disappointment, but never lose infinite hope.' S
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a classmate or teammate like
this, but just know you are not
alone. WA is here & the river
wont separate us this time.
Ethan Crake Its amazing
how before all of this, fights al-
most broke out at the WA vs PA
football games and crazy stuff
like that but now we are all just
coming together to become one
family just to make our world a
better place. If anyone needs
someone to talk to, I am here for
them. Rivalries may be rivalries
but off of the playing field we are
all friends.
Dakota Eifert Im so sorry
PAfor your losses. I didnt know
them, but they must have been
very special people to have
around. If anyone needs any-
thing at all and wants to talk, text
me. Ill always be here to help
you out and talk to you about
anything you need.
Jimmy Romanelli Even
though I didnt know these peo-
ple it is still so sad to see what
everyone at PA is going
through.
Britt Winsock I feel so
helpless in a situation like this &
its scary to think howthese peo-
ple must of felt. I didnt person-
allyknowanyof these people but
its consumed most of my
thoughts recently and Im sure
most of you feel the same way. I
apologize for anything I ever
may have done to hurt anyone,
whether intentional or not. I
dont think this is just something
of the moment but something we
should carry through our lives,
and know were all always there
for each other. We need to stick
together. I dont want to just sit
back and watch all of this hap-
pen, I hope this post can help in
any way possible. Whether it
does or not I feel its important to
say if anyone from PA or anyone
else otherwise needs anything
during these hard times or just
someone to talk to, Id be glad to
be a shoulder to lean on. RIP
Matt & Jaime & to anyone else
whohas gone throughwhat these
poor kids did. Youre in my
prayers.
Julie Price Warriors respect
Patriots. We all love you! Stay
strong!
Erin Maloney I dont even
consider PA a rival anymore,
were all family?
Jenna Harrison I know I
didnt know Matt or Jamie, but i
could still feel the pain from ev-
eryone else. if anyone ever needs
anythingor anyone totalkto, Im
here for anyone, it doesnt matter
if I know you or not, Id much
rather help a stranger then see
another innocent kid kill them-
selves because of the ignorant
ones always bring them down.
r.i.p. Matt and Jamie. I know
your gonna be greatly missed.
Faith Musinski You may
never fully understand the bond
that we have but we are best
friends and sisters. We all go to
different schools but thats just
one obstacle that will never sep-
arate us. I love you girls, well
never fall as long as were there
to catch each other.
Tyler Bonita Tonight (the
candle light vigil for Matt andJa-
mie) was the saddest thing I ever
went through and I pray to God
Ill never have to do it again. Ja-
mie, Matt, so many people
showed how much they loved
you tonight. Youll truly be mis-
sed.
Brittny Lynn Vincent I have
never seen so many warriors and
patriots come together as one..
its a heart breaking time. So
many tears. Rest easy Matt and
Jamie? - David 4/9/11?
Sarah Connors, an alum of
Wyoming Area wrote, Im so
proud of all of you! Proud to say
Im a Wyoming Area alumni!
Keepyour heads upandstopbul-
lying! Rip
Wyoming Area sophomore,
Luis Feliciano, Jr. was so moved,
he created a Facebook page en-
titled, Warriors Respect War-
riors in support of Pittston Ar-
ea. As of this past Friday, there
were 500 members.
Students from Wyoming Area
are planning a future fundraiser
in the name of Pittston Area to
aid suicide prevention.
On Thursday morning, a bou-
quet of flowers and a peace plant
arrived at Pittston Area high
school fromWyomingArea. The
attached note included a quote
fromMartinLuther kingJr.: We
must accept finite disappoint-
ment, but never lose infinite
hope. Dr. Michael Garzella,
Pittston Area superintendent,
calledit a veryheartfelt andsin-
cere gesture. He added, We are
very grateful. Were all in this to-
gether and we appreciate their
concern.
Rivals
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A digital creation by a Wyoming Area student illustrating the current solidarity between the cross-
rival rivals.
A Wyoming Area student
sports a Pittston Area bracelet
next to her tattoo of the word
Love.
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Three local residents recently
began fall internships through
Kings College. Andrew La-
fratte, Robert Lemoncelli, and
Brian Dankulich are among 29
Kings students participating in
the colleges internship program.
APittston resident, LaFratte is
interning with the States Small
Business Administration for the
Office of Grants Management at
their headquarters in Washing-
ton D.C.
He is a business major with a
marketingminor. He is the sonof
Joseph and Cynthia LaFratte.
Lemoncelli, of West Pittston,
is interning with the Luzerne
County Courthouse with Judge
Jennifer Rogers.
He is a history and secondary
education double major.
Lemoncelli is a member of the
Kings baseball team and has
participated in various commu-
nity service projects including
Challenger Baseball, Toys for
Tots, and helping with disabled
children.
He is the son of Sandy and
Robert Lemoncelli.
A Duryea resident, Dankuli-
chis interning with The Citi-
zens Voice. He is a junior ma-
joring in mass communications
at Kings.
Completes basic
Army Pvt. Robert Russick
has graduated from basic com-
bat training at Fort Jackson, Co-
lumbia, S.C.
During the nine weeks of
training, the soldier studied the
Army mission, history, tradition
and core values, physical fitness,
and received instruction and
practice in basic combat skills,
military weapons, chemical war-
fare and bayonet training, drill
and ceremony, marching, rifle
marksmanship, armed and un-
armed combat, map reading,
field tactics, military courtesy,
military justice system, basic
first aid, foot marches, and field
training exercises.
Russick is the grandson of
Barbara Danko of Dymond
Hollow Road, Falls. He is a 2011
graduate of Wyoming Area High
School, Exeter.
Locks of Love
Kayleen Dolan, daughter of
Robert and LynnDolanof Avo-
ca donated six inches of her hair
to Locks of Love in June.
Melissa Jadus of Melissas
Tressa Bella in West Pittston cut
her hair.
Kayleen is in the third grade at
Pittston Area. She enjoys dance,
gymnastics and Girl Scouts.
She has a brother R.J. who is
four years old.
Happy birthday
Happy birthday wishes to
Jean Chacko of Avoca, cele-
brating on September 30 and Le-
onard Butera of Jenkins Twp.
celebrating on October 2.
Also to Chuck Gorey of
Hughestown celebrating on Oc-
tober 4.
HappybirthdaytoBlaise Alan
Dente (from Dentes Catering)
today, September 30. Is he bak-
ing his own birthday cake?
Happy anniversary
Happy 50th anniversary wish-
es are sent to Chuck and Joan
Gorey of Hughestown who cele-
brated on September 29.
Earns Masters
George M. Sworen, son of
George and Connie Sworen,
Old Forge and 2011 Bachelor of
Science in Biology graduate of
Wilkes University, was recently
awarded a Masters of Science
degree in Biotechnology from
Marywood University, Scranton.
Local Kings students serving internships
Members of Cub Scout Pack 302 of West Pittston recently toured the WNEP-TVstudios as part
of qualifying for the Summer Time badge. During the summer, the pack also picked litter along the
Susquehanna riverbank, held a family outing a Knoebels Amusement Park and a cookout/hike at
Frances SlocumState Park. Cub Pack 302 of West Pittston will hold registration for the upcoming
year at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 19 at the Corpus Christi Parish school building, 605 Luzerne
Ave., West Pittston. From left, first row, are Jack Swiderski, Dominick Capperelli, Anthony Acer-
nese, Blaise Sokach-Minnick. Second row, Steven Sokach-Minnick, Webelo leader Patrick Mess-
ina, Jr., Cub master Rosalie Messina, Brendan Graham, WNEP TV meteorologist Tom Clarke,
Tristan Sokach-Minnick.
Cub Scout tour WNEP-TV
Robert Lemoncelli
Brian Dankulich
Kayleen Dolan donated to Locks of Love S
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October 7, said James Deice,
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County.
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influence and contribution of
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and Senior
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He was a former instructor of
criminal justice at Luzerne
County Community College and
certified instructor for munici-
pal police officers education and
training commission.
He briefed and argued more
than 35 criminal and civil cases
before the Supreme, Superior,
and Commonwealth courts of
Pennsylvania and prosecuted
five major murder cases and 80
major felony cases to jury ver-
dict in the District Attorneys Of-
fice.
Giovannini was a past solicitor
to Luzerne County Coroner Ge-
orge E. Hundock Jr. and a court-
appointed mental health review
officer for Luzerne County.
Giovannini was a member of
the Wilkes-Barre League of
Women Voters and its first male
president, a member of board of
directors of the Hoyt Library,
past member of the Exeter Lions
Club and District 14H Parlia-
mentarian. He was also a past
member of the Advisory Board
of Victims Resource Center and
first male recipient of the Life-
time Achievement Award.
He is married to Joanne Bruno
and is a resident of Kingston.
The couple has three children,
Joseph III, Sarah and Michael.
He graduated from University
of Scranton with a B.S. in Ac-
Sperrazza toastmaster, Giovannini speaker for 35th annual event
Columbus Day banquet set Oct. 7
By COURTNEY
YAKABOSKY
Sunday Dispatch Intern
Sperrazza
Giovannini
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Howdoes a meth lab bust con-
nect to a housing summit?
The bust happened just hours
before the citys Housing Sum-
mit on Thursday night at the
Open Space. The lab was discov-
ered after a fire reportedly
caused by meth cooking was dis-
covered in a residential area of
Tompkins Street in a house
which was not so long ago a fam-
ily home.
So when
Mike Lombar-
do, the vice-
chair of the
Pittston Rede-
velopment Au-
thority, spoke
at the summit
he said the
meth lab bust
was symbolic
of the citys
housing prob-
lems.
As older resi-
dents who own large homes pass
away or move to long-term care
facilities, the homes are can be
abandoned or often are bought
by out-of-town landlords and
carved into low cost rentals, a
scenario which can lead to prob-
lems like meth labs. Police and
firemen say homes which may
appear okay on the outside are
substandard on the inside.
City housing statistics re-
vealed at the Summit in a power
point display painted a bleak pic-
ture. Potential developers, bank-
ing and city officials, business
owners, police, fire and Cham-
ber of Commerce representa-
tives or as Lombardo called
them stake-holders in the
citys future learned that city
officials believe that only half of
the citys homes are owner-occu-
pied.
The 2010 census says 10.9 per-
cent of city homes are aban-
doned and 62 percent were built
before1939, many of which have
never been modernized and are
not up to code for plumbing and
electrical systems and may have
poor roofs. The census also says
that 32.9percent of cityresidents
moved here since 2005.
The city estimates that 80 per-
cent of homes in the city do not
have driveways, which leads to
vehicle street-crowding, which
cancause problems for emergen-
cy responders, especially fire
trucks.
As old homes deteriorate they
can take down neighborhoods
with them. Neglect can lead to
chronic vacancy which devalues
surrounding properties and low-
ers the tax base.
The city is landlocked, and
without room for new develop-
ment, there is a lack of housing
options for demographic groups
such as young families, empty-
nesters and seniors.
To combat the problems the
city rolled out its Neighborhood
Housing Stabilization and De-
velopment Initiative. A first step
is for the city to make improve-
ments in neighborhoods. We
cant ask other residents to fix
their properties if we dont do it
as well, Lombardo said.
For emphasis he showed slides
of areas the city could spruce up
such as outdated signs, bent
poles and weed patches.
The city can also do a part by
acquiring tax sales and foreclo-
sures.
Other parts of the plan include
rating and categorizing of
houses for periodic review, a le-
gal review of codes and ordi-
nances and the creation of a
housing impact team among
managers, code enforcers and
fire, police and health depart-
ments.
Another idea is finding a way
to implement a moratorium on
converting single homes to
apartments.
Other incentive ideas include
tax rebates related to money
spent on property improvements
and self-funded programs to im-
prove tree lawns and sidewalks,
which would work by keeping
property tax money in specific
neighborhoods.
Another idea is property relay.
Thats where the authority trans-
fers a property to a developer
with a good reputation with an
agreement for a level of renova-
tion, use and minimum rent or
sale price.
The plan is already in motion.
Property owners have been is-
sued warnings and in some cases
cited for code violations.
Joe Hogan, the citys grant
consultant, talked about pro-
grams like the LERTA (Local
Economic Revitalization Tax
Act) and NAP (Neighborhood
Taking stock of citys housing stock
Summit held
Thursday for
neighborhood
improvements
By JACK SMILES
jsmiles@psdispatch.com
Pittston Redevelopment Authority Vice Chairman Michael Lombardo gives his presentation at the Neighborhood Housing Initiative
Thursday night at the Open Space in downtown Pittston.
Joseph Hogan of Mullin & Lonergan Associates, Inc. consulting
firmaddresses the gathering Thursday night.
The 2010
census says
10.9 percent
of city homes
are aban-
doned and 62
percent were
built before
1939.
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velopment, as proof that ideas
can work in the city.
The downtown looks great,
Lombardo said, but if we dont
improve the neighborhoods, it
will all be for naught.
Summit
Pittston Main Street Manager Rose Randazzo, center, talks with Greater Pittston Chamber of Com-
merce Executive Vice President Rosemary Dessoye at the Housing summit Thursday night.
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Its party time.
Wyoming Borough and Pitt-
ston City are running Oktober-
fest events over the next two
weeks.
Wyomings fest is Saturday,
October 6, fromnoon to 8 p.m. at
Flack Field. The annual event is
getting bigger every year with
more vendors,
rides, and a
pumpkin sling
shot contest with
a prize going to
longest shot.
There will also
be a pumpkin
patch ride courtesy of Wishs
Storage. John McLaughlin, who
owns Wishs, is sponsoring the
rides in honor of his father who
recently passed away.
McLaughlin is also sponsor-
ing a free bounce house for kids
as they wait to for the pumpkin
ride and a treat when they return.
For adults there will be a beer
tent mannedbyWyomings Hose
Company #2 with seasonal fall
beers. Food vendors will offer
German foods like potato pan-
cakes, soft pretzels and brats and
kraut and other fare.
There will be merchandise
vendors, specialty baskets, in-
stant bingo and entertainment by
Eddie Appnel from 12:15-1:15;
Lipstyk Duo from 2 to 3:30 and
the Jeanne Zano Band from4:30
p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The second annual Pittston
Oktoberfest is a two-day event
on Friday, October 12, from 5 to
11p.m. andSaturday, October13,
from11a.m. to11p.m. on the To-
mato Festival grounds, fire de-
partment headquarters and the
adjacent Kennedy and Spring
street area.
All proceeds
will benefit the
Pittston Little
League and the
Pittston Junior
Patriots mini
football.
The Little League and Junior
Patriots will run concession
stands with all sorts of food of-
ferings.
There will be other food ven-
dors with appropriate Oktober-
fest fare, childrens activities in-
cluding face painting and live
entertainment to be announced.
The firemen will run a beer
hall set up the same way as they
do for the Tomato Festival and
serve Susquehanna Brewery
beers among other kinds.
Dont worry about missing
college football. Televisions,
which will be raffled off at the
end of the fest, will be on in the
beer hall.
NEXT TWO WEEKENDS
Oktoberfests coming to Wyoming, Pittston
By JACK SMILES
BILL TARUTIS/FILE PHOTO
At the Wyoming Oktoberfest two years ago, then 6-year-old Garret Pocceschi, of Wyoming, launches
a pumpkin with the pumpkin slingshot while his sister Kinley, 4 at the time, and mom, Linda, cheer
himon.
Wyomings fest is Saturday,
Oct. 6; Pittston Citys is Fri-
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details as to what can occur" be-
cause of the ongoing investiga-
tion.
Carolanne Jones, of Childrens
Service Center, urged anyone
who thinks someone might want
to commit suicide to talk to them
about it and tell an adult or call
Helpline even if asked to keep it
a secret. There is help available
24 hours a day.
Ambrosino said the "root
causes" of teen suicides in the ar-
ea needtobe found. He proposed
creating a Luzerne County Sui-
cide Task Force to make a blue-
print of programs that will be
"effective for prevention and for
intervention and treatment and
education at all levels of the
school and community."
WilliamTucker of Avoca hugs his daughter Rhiannon, 11, while waiting his turn to comment during Wednesday night's public forumon teen suicide and bullying held at
Pittston Area High School.
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Pittston Area senior Meredith Yozwiak says growing up she was
bullied in grade school which led to her eating disorder.
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Some may find the cartoon on this page
a bit curious.
The rose is colored red and blue, the
colors of Pittston Area high school, a
place riddled with grief last week, the re-
sult of two students taking their own lives,
the two petals floating away a reference to
the two.
But what of the simple expression add-
ed by cartoonist Joe Majeski?
Zuzus Petals
What does this mean?
Some may find the words familiar.
Here is a description from the online Ur-
ban Dictionary for those who do not:
Zuzus petals: a phrase from the 1946
movie Its a Wonderful Life.
The petals belong to Zuzu Bailey, the
youngest daughter of George Bailey the
main character. Zuzu had brought a flow-
er home fromschool. When she was upset
that a few petals had fallen off, George
pretended to reattach them and secretly
slipped them into his pocket.
Towards the end of the movie, after be-
ing shown what the world might be like if
he had never been born, George is given a
second chance by God. Changes that had
occurred while he didnt exist were re-
turned. He is initially made aware of this,
in part, by the fact that Zuzus Petals were
again in his pocket.
The cartoon is Majeskis way of ad-
dressing the tragic events that have tou-
ched all of our lives.
Its something the entire Dispatch staff
wrestled with all week. What to write?
What not to write? Are there words too
painful to use? Should names be publish-
ed? How could they be not?
Our hearts, along with those of every-
one else living here, go out to the victims,
their families, their friends, and also to all
young people attempting to come to grips
with the situation.
Oh, that we could turn back the clock.
Oh, that we could bring back the two
young lives lost.
Of course, we cannot. But we can take
measures to try to ensure that such trage-
dies never happen again.
Just as there was no one cause of last
weeks events, there is no one solution.
But working together we must find a way
to reach out to anyone considering an end
to life as a response to a seemingly un-
bearable situation.
As we do, it is good to keep the two
young lives lost, much like Zuzus Petals,
gently preserved in our memories as re-
minders of the importance of every single
life.
Where do we
go from here?
I would like to personally thank everyone who donated food,
gift baskets, gift cards, baked goods, items for the silent auction,
DJ Joe Butera, guitarist Bill Sender, and everyone who made a
financial donation during the fund raiser held recently to help
with my medical expenses.
I would also like to thank those who worked at the benefit and
who made the benefit a success especially Chairpersons Ann
Caputo, Charlene Turco, and JoAnn Arlandis.
Finally, thank you to the staff at Angels Touch Home Care, A
MilleniumHome Care Company for their support and financial
contributions. Everyones prayers, thoughtfulness, and generos-
ity will always be remembered.
Floss Babiarz
Thanks all for kindnesses, contributions
OUROPINION
YOUROPINION
Did you ever have to do something you really did not want to
do?
Did you ever have to give things away that were treasures to
you?
It happened to me a few years ago,
I had to leave home and go somewhere I did no know
I looked around and finally found a place where I could live,
It was hard to do and I was scared, but I had a lot to give.
My neighbors were nice and soon became friends as I settled
in.
They were so helpful, kind and eager to help me within.
The place where I live and now I call home,
Where I have many friends and I am never alone.
Anthracite Apartments in Pittston is where I reside
I am very happy for my blessings and friends at my side.
When you have a difficult choice to make
Do not be afraid of a few chances to take
For God is always watching. He keeps his eyes on you.
So never be afraid he will guide you through and through.
Beryle Stover
Pittston
A quest
We deserve better. The constituents of the 120th district de-
serve Aaron Kaufer as our newrepresentative. He is pro-life and
will defend the unborn.
His opponent, Phyllis Mundy, recently received a donation of
$250 from Planned Parenthood of PA. See votesmart.org.
Planned Parenthood is the largest provider of abortions in the
country.
Why should we continue to have in office a representative who
is anti-familyandsupports the killingof its future citizens? Phyl-
lis is no friend of the unborn.
On Nov. 6, vote for Aaron Kaufer. On behalf of the unborn
who cannot speak for themselves they deserve better.
Ada Magni
West Wyoming
Supports Kaufer because of pro-life stance S
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What in the hell is happening, people?
Our children are killing themselves. In no uni-
verse, in no world, in no moment can this ever be
explained. This is insanity. Its incomprehensible,
its horrifying. Its inexplicable. And yet.
Yet I understand the agony that propels these
poor souls to decide not to awaken the next day; the
pain that a brutal onslaught of bullying can bring.
Its a knife to the soul and it makes it unbearable to
just be; too beaten down to catapult forward.
We moved our family here when my daughter
was in 5th grade. Every class that comes through a
school has a standard set of characters: the class
clown, most talkative, intelligent, outgoing, athlet-
ic, musical, perceived cool and most gifted and
then you have an entirely different set of anti-hu-
man beings: The Toxic Clique.
I live within eyesight
of the school, soit was an
added perk (or psycho-
sis, however you choose
to look at it), that I could
glance out my window
on any given day and see
my childrens interac-
tions on the playground.
I was so excited to be an
anonymous spectator,
behind my drapes and
maybe utilizing a pair of
binoculars. (I SAID MAYBE!)
One day, as I peered out my window to catch a
glimpse of my daughter at recess, I felt like some-
one had thrown a bowling ball at my belly.
There was a venom-spewing group of girls gath-
ered around her, tormenting her. They were
screaming and pointing and enticing others to join-
in. Because, you realize, a bully never acts alone
cowards always delegates their messages of malice
to their minions, who are soulless followers and
happy participants.
My daughter was crying.
Not one adult or child came to her aid.
I flung myself across the street and asked the
miniature Hitler-esque leader of the group if we
could chat. Apparently she didnt notice I was
breathing fire, because she agreed. What I said to
her could probably be construed as borderline liti-
gious, so I shouldnt repeat it, what with the ques-
tionable statute of limitations and all, but I may
have threatened her life.
I SAID MAY HAVE!
A few weeks later I noticed the same cult form-
ing a tight-knit circle on the playground. When my
daughter tried to join-in this clique-fueled sphere,
they compressed tighter and elbowed her roughly
aside so she could not penetrate their man-made
gate. I thought: So there it is. Themand her. They
are inside and she is outside and that is how it will
always be.
When this herd of girls followed their tyrannical
run right through high school, I made an appoint-
ment todiscuss the continuous reignof viciousness
with the proper school personnel. I dissected the
occasions of abuse, one by one. I named names, I
cried. I cried some more and here is what the result
was: nothing. Absolutely nothing.
If I felt the suffocation of helplessness, howmust
the bullied feel?
My daughter felt hopeless and alone, but, at the
very least, she had me: the mother who could talk a
childs ears right off their head. I pontificated and
reviewed the situation until she would run scream-
ing fromthe room, covering her ears. (She also did
this when I tried to have the birds and the bees chat
with her ... but thats an entirely different column
for a different Sunday).
She begged us to remove her from this contam-
inated environment and enroll her in a private
school. I resisted be-
cause I felt she needed
to develop a backbone.
I reasoned: Howinthe
world will you handle
all the adult bullies in
your life if you run
away from these little
idiots?
I regret it.
And if anything had
happened to her, I
would spend my last
day on Earth regretting it.
I amstopping short of saying the school ignored
our pleas, but I wish they would have taken it as
seriouslyas, say, the clear backpacknegotiations or
the metal detector development or even foot-
ball.
Every day that these kids walk into the same
classroom where the bully sits, theyre entering a
verbal war zone and every day it hurts like hell.
Being bullied is demeaning, demoralizing, ago-
nizing. Their self-worth is decimated. It changes
who they are and how they present themselves to
the world.
Once a barbedstringof words is tossedtheir way,
its as permanent as a tattoo, to be witnessed by an
audience of cowardly spectators. Words cannot be
reversed and swallowed back up. Words cut and
sting like a slap across the face.
Physical and emotional bullying wounds the
spirit and chips away at the core of everything they
were taught to believe. Adult life is hard, but we
learn how to tolerate the aches and dodge poison
arrows. These are children. They cant see past
Tuesday and they have not yet mastered the
skills necessary to navigate the brutality, nor cope
with the abyss of bully-prompted torment.
MOTHERS DAZE
Maria Jiunta Heck
Stay strong
Maria Heck often makes us laugh, but also, such as
today, makes us think in her column which appears
in this space every other week.
Physical and emotional bullying wounds the spirit
and chips away at the core of everything they
were taught to believe. Adult life is hard, but we
learn how to tolerate the aches and dodge poison
arrows. These are children. They cant see past
Tuesday and they have not yet mastered the
skills necessary to navigate the brutality, nor
cope with the abyss of bully-prompted torment.
See MARIA, Page 24
Pumpkins are more than just a decoration. Although most of our
pumpkins grown in this area are for carving, there are some that are
grown for consumption too. The top pumpkin production states are
Illinois, Ohio, Pennsylvania and California (2008). Pumpkins are the
second highest edible produce grown in the state. Its only second to
mushrooms!
Their bright orange color is a dead giveaway that pumpkins are
loaded with an important antioxidant, beta-carotene. Beta-carotene
is one of the plant carotenoids converted to vitamin Ain the body. In
the conversion to vitamin A, beta carotene performs many important
functions in overall health.
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and offers protection against heart disease. Beta-carotene offers pro-
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of fiber for every one cup cooked.
Addingpumpkintoyour list of vegetables is a great idea. Here are a
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are smaller than the large jack-o-lantern pumpkins and the flesh is
sweeter and less watery. However, you can substitute the jack-o-lan-
tern variety with fairly good results.
Look for a pumpkin with1to 2 inches of stemleft. If the stemis cut
down too low the pumpkin will decay quickly or may be decaying at
the time of purchase. Avoid pumpkins with blemishes and soft spots.
It should be heavy, shape is unimportant. A lopsided pumpkin is not
necessarily a bad pumpkin. Figure one pound of raw, untrimmed
pumpkin for each cup finished pumpkin puree.
Recipe for pumpkin puree: Remove the stemwith a sharp knife. If
you are planning to roast the pumpkin seeds, smash the pumpkin
against a hard surface to break it open. If not, cut in half with a sharp
knife. In any case, remove the stem and scoop out the seeds and
scrape away all of the stringy mass. A messy job, but it will pay off.
There are three methods that you can use to cook a pumpkin, boil-
ing/steaming, oven and microwave
Boiling/Steaming Method: Cut the pumpkin into rather large
chunks. Rinse in cold water. Place pieces in a large pot with about a
cup of water. The water does not need to cover the pumpkin pieces.
Cover the pot and boil for 20 to 30 minutes or until tender, or steam
for 10 to12 minutes. Check for doneness by poking with a fork. Drain
the cooked pumpkin in a colander. Reserve the liquid to use as a base
for soup. Follow the steps outlined below in Preparing the Puree.
Oven Method: Cut pumpkin in half, scraping away stringy mass
andseeds. Rinse under coldwater. Place pumpkin; cut side downona
large cookie sheet. Bake at 350F for one hour or until fork tender.
Then follow the procedure outlined below in Preparing the Puree.
Microwave Method: Cut pumpkin in half, place cut side down on
a microwave safe plate or tray. Microwave on high for 15 minutes,
check for doneness. If necessary continue cooking at 1-2 minute in-
tervals until forktender. Continue as outlinedbelowinPreparingthe
NUTRITION
CORNER
Pumpkins, more
than a decoration
Mary R. Ehret, M.S., R.D., L.D.N., is with Penn State Cooperative
Extension, Luzerne County, 16 Luzerne Ave., West Pittston, Pa., 18643.
(570) 825-1701/602-0600. Fax (570) 825-1709. mre2@psu.edu.
See NUTRITION, Page 24
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Marcellus Shale Coalition Com-
munity Outreach Manager John
L. Augustine III will be featured
at the Greater Pittston Chamber
of Commerces Autumn Break-
fast Meeting.
Goldsworthy will act as Gen-
eral Chairman and Augustine
will serve as principal speaker.
Atty. Joseph D. Burke, president
of the Greater Pittston Chamber
of Commerce, recently made the
announcement.
The breakfast will be held on
Friday, October 5, at Gramercy
Restaurant, 155 South Main
Street, Pittston.
Registration will be at 7:45
a.m.., and the breakfast at 8 a.m.
Invitations have been mailed to
all members and friends of the
Chamber, and the breakfast is
open to the public.
Reservations can be made
with any Chamber member or by
contacting the Chamber office at
655-1424.
In 2011, Goldsworthy was ap-
pointed Deputy Director of Gov.
Tom Corbetts Northeast Re-
gional Office.
He was previously employed
at Golden Business Machines,
Inc. from 1981 to 2011 as Vice
President Major Accounts. In
this position he was responsible
to develop and support major ac-
count programs, perform public
relations related work and assist
marketing representatives. He
facilitated in the growth of the
companyfroma six-person, one-
office company covering two
counties with sales of $500,000
to a 70-employee, seven-office
company covering 20 counties in
Northeastern and Central PA
with sales over 10 million dol-
lars. He personally sold over one
million dollars in six of the last
ten years of employment.
Active in the community,
Goldsworthy has or continues to
provide service to various orga-
nizations and affiliations: for-
mer West Pittston Mayor; Coun-
cilman; Greater Pittston and
Wilkes-Barre Chambers of
Commerce Board of Directors;
Wilkes-Barre Chamber Govern-
ment Committee; Member-
Pennsylvania Economy League;
Wilkes University National
Alumni Board; Luzerne County
Boroughs and Township Associ-
ation: Leadership Wilkes-Barre
Program; Inaugural Class of
Leadership Pennsylvania; for-
mer Scoutmaster and current
Committee Personfor BoyScout
Troop #352; Northeast Pennsyl-
vania Boy Scout Executive
Board; Lector Immaculate
Conception Church; former Fire
Chief and Director of West Pitt-
ston Hose Company #1; Luzerne
County Community College
Foundation Board; past Master
of Masonic Lodge #499; Board
Member Step-by-Step, Inc.; Lu-
zerne County Flood Board and
Wilkes-Barre Rotary Club.
His past appointments include
Municipal Police Officers Train-
ing and Education Commission;
Luzerne County Board of As-
sistance; Luzerne County Mu-
nicipal Cooperation Commis-
sion; PA Leadership Institute
Advisory Member-PA Assoc. of
Township Supervisors and Local
Government Advisory Commit-
tee to Pennsylvania Department
of Community & Economic De-
velopment.
He has received the following
awards and recognitions: Eagle
Scout; Whos Who in American
Colleges and Universities; Dis-
trict Award of Merit and Silver
Beaver Award Boy Scouts of
America; seven time winner of
the Golden Eagle Award by Can-
on USA; Wilkes-University
Alumni Excellence Award and
Honorary Member Pittston Ro-
tary Club.
Goldsworthy is a graduate of
Wyoming Area High School,
and received a B.S. in mathemat-
ics from Wilkes University. In
2004 he passed Pennsylvania
and National Real Estate Exams
and is a licensed realtor through
Rothstein Realtors Inc.
He resides in West Pittston
with his wife Jannet. They are
the parents of four children:
GREATER PI TTSTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
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or of the late and former Pittston
City Mayor John Allardyce was
rededicated recently.
Allardyce Park is the last re-
maining private park in the city.
It was created in the early 1950s
when then-mayor Allardyce al-
located the property at the end of
Vine Street for the use of a neigh-
borhood playground.
Aparkassociationwas created
within the neighborhood and the
Allardyce Park Association was
formed. Through the efforts of
the local residents, the park was
equipped with swings, teeter-tot-
ters, basketball hoop, sliding
boards, monkey bars, a sand box
and a masonry block building
which was used as a kitchen fa-
cility for the annual neighbor-
hood fund raising picnic.
Years later as the park began to
deteriorate, the park association
entered into a lease with the
American Legion Post 477. It
was agreed that the Legion
would take over the building
shell and make it into a club
room and occupy the land rent-
free with the stipulation that they
would maintain the park. As
years went by and parks became
less used by the growing chil-
dren, the Legion took on the pro-
ject of creating a kiddie park
equipped with all the equipment
normally found in a playground
and for the safety of the children,
the entire area was fenced in.
Approximately two years ago,
the Legion exercised an option
contained in the lease and pur-
chased the park from the Allar-
dyce Park Association with the
proceeds being put into a Legion
escrow account for the mainte-
nance of the park grounds and
equipment.
The Legion then entered a ve-
ry ambitious expansion program
resulting in a beautiful facility
large enough for meetings and
private parties.
They then add-
ed a covered
pavilion
equipped with
a full commer-
cial kitchen. In
the rear of the
pavilion was
built a sturdy
barbecue grill
and a pig roast-
ing pit.
Commander
Tom Delaney
made note that
the facility is
available for
private parties
both indoor and
outdoor for a
nominal fee.
Present for
the rededica-
tion ceremony
was Thomas Allardyce, son of
mayor Allardyce, and members
of his family; LegionCommand-
er Delaney and members of Post
477, residents of the neighbor-
hood and State Representative
Mike Carroll.
Wil Toole and SamGallo han-
dled the arrangements and the
members of the American Le-
gion Post hosted a pig roast for
the entire neighborhood with the
cost being covered by the Amer-
ican Legion Post 477.
Abeautiful granite plaque was
added to the park flag pole and
the official facility plaque pro-
claiming the American Legion
Post 477.
Commander Delaney wel-
comed the crowd and introduced
Toole to offer remarks. Tooles
remarks were brief and took
those in attendance a stroll down
memory lane of events long past
but still remembered. As Toole
began to recite the names of the
original members who built the
park, names were shouted out by
folks in the crowd.
It was a joyous occasionfor the
neighborhood and a proud mo-
ment of the Allardyce family.
Toole was sure to thank the
American Legion for undertak-
ing the task of maintaining the
park facility and all in attend-
ance were invited to join the pig
roast prepared by Vice Com-
mander John Corridoni and
members of the Legion and their
wives.
Citys Allardyce Park rededicated
Named for
then-mayor
in 1950s
Tommy Allardyce stands by the new sign rededicating Allardyce Park in honor of
his father, the late former mayor of Pittston John Allardyce.
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In 1964, Pat
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perfect place for
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how did he prove his belief?
1964 48 Years Ago
Second Lieutenant Earl E.
Bechtold, of Pittston, was
awarded the airborne wings of a
paratrooper after completing a
Basic Airborne Course at Ft.
Benning, GA. A graduate of
Pittston Area in 1960, Bechtold
was an airborne infantry pla-
toon leader with Company C,
2nd Battalion, 508th Infantry,
82 Airborne Division.
Dupont Borough Council
members wrestled with the
decision to employ a full-time
police force. Expansion during
the early 60s brought evidence
of concern by borough officials
and residents regarding in-
creased criminal activity and
the budget issues brought on by
adding additional men and
hours. Many felt a full-time
police force would create addi-
tional revenue from citing more
motorists with highway vio-
lations. Frank Russ Polumbo,
who had served as a policeman,
constable and detective had
proposed the idea of a full-time
police force 10 years earlier. At
the time, Polumbo offered his
full-time service for less than
$60 per week.
The borough of West Wyom-
ing was seeing a surge of new
businesses. Hundreds of em-
ployees were listed on the pay-
rolls of Diamond Mfg., Nel-
sons Furniture, United Foun-
dries, Emkay Mfg., J. Eagen
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hold Cleaners, Marchesini
Bridge Painters, Santarelli
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Lawley Granite Plate, Eulco
Electronics, Parrys Blue
Ridge and Wyoming Dairies.
With the increased number of
workers, borough council revi-
sited a request to the Public
Utility Commission to help
secure bus service previously
denied the borough due to a
lack of passengers.
1974 38 Years Ago
Greater Pittston Meals on
Wheels held an annual dinner
recognizing the many volun-
teers who dedicated many
hours to day to day operation
of the program. George W.
Bainbridge, one of the original
founders, was honored for his
dedicated service to the charity.
Bainbridge, affectionately
known to many as Pop and
celebrating his 88th birthday,
also served as a board member
of the Pittston YMCA, director
of United Services Agency,
board member of Pittston Se-
nior Citizens Council, executive
committee member of the
Greater Pittston Protestant
Laymans Association and
served on the Pittston City
Planning Commission and
Board of Adjustment. Bain-
bridge was also known for his
poetry. Many of his verses
appeared locally and nation-
wide in newspapers and maga-
zines.
Coach William Kennedy,
Anthony Blaskiewicz, Mrs.
Alfred Clifford, Mrs. Robert
Nolan, Mrs. James OMalley,
Stanley Waleski and Thomas
Lavelle, officers of the Athletic
Committee of St. Marys Parish
in Avoca, presented the school
with a trophy case designed and
constructed by parishioner Mr.
Robert Brennan.
The Sunday Dispatch In-
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Tom Posluszny, of Pittston
answered, After vital life-
sustaining needs, the only other
thing that matters is love.
Tony Ciliberto, of Old Bos-
ton, stated, Wine, women and
weightlifting, not necessarily in
that order.
Bryan Herron, of Duryea,
added, Football season.
Rose Ann Cordora, of West
Pittston, answered, I couldnt
live without love, friends and
family.
Question #2
In 1974, the Steelers, Packers,
Dolphins and Redskin teams
competed in what local bor-
ough?
1984 28 Years Ago
The Wyoming Area March-
ing Band finished first in the
Division II Chapter 7 Tourna-
ment on the Mountain at Crest-
wood High School. Under the
direction of Judy Pambianco,
assisted by Len Costello and
Coordinator Neil Pecora, the
band had 21 seniors, 25 juniors,
23 sophomores, 26 freshmen
and eight eighth-graders for a
total of 103 members.
Pittston Postmaster George
T. Jones announced the new
20-cent Crime Prevention Post-
age Stamp released in conjunc-
tion with Crime Prevention
Month would be available at the
beginning of October. The
stamp featured a portrait of
McGruff, the Crime Dog. Over
the years, McGruff has made
thousands of appearances at
community and school events
and on radio and television. His
messages have changed from
urging personal, family, and
home security to more broadly-
based crime prevention con-
cerns.
Frank Albert Memorial
Lodge No. 43 State Police Fra-
ternal Order of Police honored
retired Trooper Thomas
Burke, of Yatesville, at its 38th
annual dinner. Trooper Burke
enlisted on June 16, 1949 and
served in Towanda, Greens-
burg, Washington and on the
Pennsylvania Turnpike. He and
his wife, Lillian, had three
children, Margaret, Patty and
Thomas Jr. Lodge #43 of the
Fraternal Order of Police was
named after Frank L. Albert
who was assigned to the old
Troop B Third Squadron in
Wyoming. According to the
Pennsylvania State Troopers
Association website, Albert
was killed in a bombing run
over Friedrichshafen, Germany
during World War II. Unable to
release his bombs due to a low
group of B-17s below, he elect-
ed to make a repeated run over
the target. His #4 engine was
hit but, rather than break for-
mation, he continued the mis-
sion, ordering the rest of this
crew to bail out. Albert went
down with the plane. The
Lodge represents members in
the counties of Bradford, Sulli-
van, Wyoming and Luzerne.
Mary Ellen Opeka, Chris
McNulty, Mary Polino Tracy
Pahl, Dawn Dankulich, Kim
Lizak, Maria Sciandra, Sue
Charney and Kathy Cosgrove,
members of the Patriot girls
tennis team coached by Stan
Waleski, were headed to the
District II playoffs after their
unbeaten season.
Marian Zikosky, Theresa
Borso, Mary Hoover, Thelma
Prandy, Helen Schoback,
Emily Phillips, Eleanor Bel-
lanco, Mary Grimes and Ma-
ry Lonser, of St. Mary Help of
Christians Church, completed
29 quilts for their Quilt Bingo
held at Holy Rosary Hall in
Duryea.
1994 18 Years Ago
In March 1993, Leonard
Lenny C. Insalaco II and
John F. Lombardo lost their
lives in a tragic fire on Main
Street in Pittston. A monument
in honor of these two brave
men was lifted onto a four-ton
black marble base at a site on
Kennedy Boulevard. The statue
was commissioned through
John Marino, of Dupont Mon-
ument.
Answer #1
In 1964, Pat Mantione of
Pittston with the help of Char-
les Mantione, Allan Dobbie of
First National Bank, the Pitt-
Bechtold earned airborne wings in 64
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Due to the recent tragic events
in the Pittston Area family, the
PA Cheerleading Pasta Dinner,
originally scheduled for today,
was postponed and will be res-
cheduled.
Piano recital
Dominick
Cristofori
DAlessandro
son of Joseph
A. and Cynthia
Stuccio
DAlessandro
of West Pitt-
ston will pre-
sent a Solo Piano Recital today
Sunday, Sept. 30, at 3 p.m. in the
Wyoming Seminary Lower
School Amato Auditorium, lo-
cated at 1560 Wyoming Avenue,
Forty Fort. He will perform
works by Bach, Beethoven, Cho-
pin, and Khachaturian .
Dominick, an eighth grade
student at Wyoming Seminary
won second place in the NEPA
Philharmonic Piano Competi-
tion Junior Division in June. The
recital is free and open to the
public.
Annual Ham Dinner
The Jenkins Township Lions
will hold their annual ham din-
ner today Sunday, Sept. 30 from
noon until 5 p.m. at the Jenkins
Township Hose Company, Sec-
ond Street, Jenkins Township
(behind Tonys Pizza). Price is
$8 for adults and $4 for children.
Lions brooms will be sold.
Those attending are asked to
bring canned goods for the Grea-
ter Pittston Food Pantry. For tick-
ets call Stephen at 655-5307.
Tickets will also be available at
the door.
Members of Seton Catholics
Class of 1977 are planning their
35th class reunion. Scheduled
for Friday November 23 the re-
union will be held at Rooneys
Irish Pub. Classmates are asked
to attend a short meeting this
Thursday October 4 at Rooneys
at 7:30 p.m. to help plan the re-
union..
Cheerleader boosters
The PA Cheerleading Booster
Club will meet on Oct. 2 at 7
p.m. at Savos Pizza and Restau-
rant. All parents of JVand Varsi-
ty cheerleaders are invited to at-
tend.
Sacred Heart Singers
The Sacred Heart Singers of
Scranton Diocese will present a
spiritual musical prelude at St.
Joseph Marello Parish Commu-
nity, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel
ChurchonTuesday, October 2, at
6:45 p.m.
The program will include tra-
ditional devotional songs along
with original compositions writ-
ten by Ernest Papa, director of
the singers.
Rev. Joseph Siblano, pastor
will officiate at mass in honor of
the Sacred Heart of Jesus begin-
ning at 7 p.m.
The singers will assist at the
mass with traditional responses.
Mr. Ernest Papa will give a
brief talk on the Enthronement
of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and
Mary in the homes and the spiri-
tual benefits.
Pizza Sale
The First United Methodist
Church of West Pittston will
hold a pizza sale on Friday, Octo-
ber 5. Pizzas can be ordered
baked, unbaked, with or without
onions, Cost for a tray is $11.
Toppings added for $2 each.
Specialty pizzas of broccoli and
tomato and garlic are $14 per
tray. Vegetable pizza is $13. Or-
ders can made by calling 655-
1083. Walk in orders taken. De-
livery is available for lunch or-
ders.
WPHS Class of 1964
The West Pittston 1964 gradu-
ates will hold a get together at
Savos Pizza on Saturday, Oct. 6
at 6:30 p.m. Attending will be
classmates Nicky and Mary Sor-
icelli who are visiting the area.
Flu Shots
Flu shots will be given at Fi-
nos Pharmacy, 32 N. Main
Street, PittstononThursday, Oct.
4 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. No
appointment is necessary and
most insurances are accepted.
Big Band Society
The Big Band Society of
Northeastern Pa will hold the
Big Band Harvest Ball on Friday
October 5, at Genettis Hotel and
Convention Center Wilkes-
Barre.
This event is open to the pub-
lic.
The cost is $30 for nonmem-
bers. The doors will open at 5:45
p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m.
Music is by the Hazleton Phil-
harmonic Orchestra.
For reservations call Glen at
570.586.5359 or Herman at
570.654.6454.
Herman Castellani will pre-
side.
Legion 477 Auxiliary
The American Legion Post
477 Auxiliary will meet Oct. 6 at
Post home , 203 Vine St. Pittston
at 5 p.m. Topics will be holiday
events.
PHS Class of 1949
Pittston High School Class of
1949 will hold its 63rd anniver-
sary class reunion on Saturday,
October 6 at Fox Hill Country
Club at 3 p.m.
Open bar and dinner will be
followed by a night of dancing.
A Memorial Mass will be cel-
ebrated on Sunday, October 7 at
St. Josephs Marello, Our Lady
of Mount Carmel Church, Wil-
liam Street, Pittston at 9:30 a.m.
Friends and families of de-
ceased members are welcome to
attend.
Abreakfast for class members
will be held at Fox Hill Country
Club, Exeter followingthe Mass.
Reservations can be made by
calling Agnes at 693-2339, Jean-
nie at 654-6042 or Marion at
655-2026.
Please RSVP by September
18.
Soup and salad dinner
The Mount Zion United Meth-
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Im a farmer were the
words Max Yasgur said before
thunderous applause erupted
from a crowd a half a million
strong at the Woodstock Music
and Arts Festival in 1969. Since
that time, there has been some-
what of a subliminal apprecia-
tion between music fans and the
hardworking farmers in our
country.
In1985 after a loose suggest-
ion from Bob Dylan at Live Aid
Willie Nelson, Neil Young and
John Mellencamp began orga-
nizing a yearly benefit concert
for small town farmers through-
out the nation
known simply
as Farm Aid.
Since its in-
ception, Farm
Aid has fo-
cused on as-
sisting farm-
ers with the
rising day-to-
day costs of
running one of the oldest profes-
sions in our country. With three
top-level musicians as board
members, the formula was easy:
bring in some well-known musi-
cal friends for a day-long concert
and spread the word.
While Farm Aid picks a new
city for each concert, the orga-
nizers chose Hershey as the host
site for this years event which
took place on Saturday.
Keeping with tradition, prior
to the event the annual press con-
ference was held with Nelson,
Young, Mellencamp, Dave Mat-
thews (board member since
2001), Jack Johnson and farmers
from Hershey. During their
speeches, all four board mem-
bers talked about howeasy it was
to pick Hershey, putting empha-
sis on the areas dairy farming;
but also spoke of the hardships
the government has been impos-
ing on farmers (notably, Young
reading a letter he received from
a local farmer knownonlyas Joe,
where he expresseddismayat the
lack of available funding.)
After the conference, music
started almost immediately with
Youngs wife Pegi taking the
stage for a brief set, which was
followed by semi-new jam band
Animal Liberation Orchestra
(ALO.)
In between acts, video mon-
tages were shown with past Farm
Aid highlights, and also touted
all the locally-grown food avail-
able for purchase at the Home-
grown Village which showcased
the diverse naturally-grown
products coming out of the Her-
shey area.
Following a short set by Nel-
sons son Lukas and his band,
The Promise of a Real, the soul-
ful Grace Potter and the Noctur-
nals deliveredone of the best sets
of the day. Throughout the 45
minute set, the naturally-elegant
Potter played guitar, organ and
sang two
duet songs
with the el-
der Nelson,
who re-
ceived a
standing
ovation
when he
took the
stage.
A new-comer to Farm Aid,
Jack Johnson came out after Pot-
ter and put in a spirited set full of
acoustic island-fused hits in-
cluding his radio staples Flake
and Bubble Toes.
For the country fans, the big
names came out next with super-
star Kenny Chesney, who played
a 45-minute set full of hits in-
cluding No Shirt, No Shoes, No
Problem.
In what has become a rare set-
ting, Dave Matthews took the
stage with long-time friend and
band mate Tim Reynolds who
put in a solid, hour-long acoustic
set beginning with a Matthews
song Nelson has covered, Grave
Digger. Throughout songs like
Funny the Way It Is, Dancing
Nancies, and Dont Drink the
Water, it was hard to not be im-
pressedbywhat Reynolds cando
with just an acoustic guitar.
Matthews and Reynolds end-
ed with the Matthews solo cut
Some Devil, before turningthe
stage over to Mellencamp.
Once the opening verse of the
first number, The Authority
Song, hit, it was clear Mellen-
camp does not have the voice we
have all come to appreciate (on
par with the last 20 years of Bob
Dylan.) Though hoarse-voiced,
Mellencamp put in a pleasing set
of hits including Check It Out,
Pink Houses, and Small
Town.
Suspiciously, Jack and
Diane was nowhere tobe found.
After mostly acoustic music, it
was a blessing for rock fans
when Neil Young and Crazy
Horse tookthe stage todeliver an
hour of loud riffs beginning with
Love and Only Love. Scorch-
ing solos were prevalent courte-
sy of Young and guitarist Frank
Poncho Sampedro on cuts like
Homegrown, Buffalo Spring-
fields Mr. Soul and the set
closing Like a Hurricane.
Comingonnearlyanhour late,
and15minutes after curfew, Wil-
lie NelsonandFamilydove intoa
short but sweet set which fea-
tured a small four-piece backing
band and son Lukas on guitar
and vocals.
After nearly twelve hours pro-
moting the event and chatting
with farmers, Nelson had re-
markable energy on songs like
On the Road Again, Mamas
Dont Let Your Babies Grow Up
to Be Cowboys, and Crazy
which he wrote for Patsy Cline.
Wrapping up around Mid-
night, Nelson ended the night
with the appropriate Roll Me
Up and Smoke Me When Im
Gone.
In the 27 years since it started,
Farm Aid has donated millions
of dollars to the farming com-
munity in hopes of helping to
maintain one of the most relied
upon jobs in the country. With
dozens of top-notch acts taking
part in the concerts and millions
of farmers eternally grateful for
what FarmAiddoes for them, its
easy to see that Nelson, Young,
Mellencamp and Matthews are
on the right track.
And the beat goes on
Ryan OMalley is the music
journalist for The Sunday Dis-
patch and a correspondent for
The Weekender. He may be reac-
hed at musicjournalman@hot-
mail.com
And the Beat Goes On
Ryan O'Malley
Hot chocolate?
Farm Aid comes to Hershey
RYAN OMALLEY/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
Willie Nelson performs last Saturday in Hershey at FarmAid.
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Neil Young, right, performing in Hershey at FarmAid.
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Chamber
odist Church on Mount Zion
Road in Harding is having an All
You Can Eat Soup and Salad
Dinner on Saturday, October 6,
from 4 until7:00 p.m.
A variety of soups, chili, sal-
ads, breads, desserts and bever-
ages will be offered.
Cost for adults is $7 and for
children 12 and under is $5.
Chicken Dinner
The St. John the Evangelist
Parish Community will hold
their annual chicken dinner on
Sunday, October 7. Dinner in-
cludes BBq chicken, mashed po-
tatoes gravy, green beans, coles-
law, dinner roll, dessert and bev-
erage. Take-outs are available
from11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sit down
dinners served from noon to 3
p.m. Cost is $8 for adults and $4
for children under 12. To pur-
chase tickets call the parish of-
fice at 654-0053 Monday
through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Penn State trip
The Greater Scranton Chapter
of the Penn State Alumni Asso-
ciation will be running a bus trip
to the Ohio State home game on
Saturday, Oct. 27, at Beaver Sta-
dium. Game time is 6 p.m.
Bus trip does not include your
ticket for the game. Price is $40
per person.
Reservations close Oct. 1.
Bus leaves PSU Worthington
Scranton Campus at 10 a.m.
Contact Candy for more info:
cad202@psualum.com.
Mail check made payable to
Greater Scranton Penn State
Chapter, Post Office Box 77
Scranton, PA 18504 or use Pay-
Pal https://sites.google.com/site/
psugreaterscranton/home.
Dupont VFW 67th
Anniversary
The Dupont V.F.W. Post 4909
Home Association will hold
their 67th anniversary dinner
dance on Saturday, November 3
at the post home 401-402 Main
Street, Duont. Buffet dinner will
be served from7:30 to 8:45 with
music by Gary Dee and Co from
9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tickets and res-
ervations can be made by calling
Bob Lopata at 654-9104 or at the
post home. Tickets are $28 per
person. Deadline is Friday, Nov
2.
St. Johns Class of 72
A 40th Anniversary Mass for
the Class of 1972 St. Johns High
School, Pittston will be held on
Sunday, Nov. 25 at 10 a.m. in St.
John the Evangelist Church,
William Street, Pittston, Pa.
For more information, please
call Winifred Smalley Serfass at
655-1114 or e mail at
bttrmn@verizon.net.
Dutch Apple trip
Bus trip to Dutch Apple Din-
ner Theater in Lancaster on
Thursday, Nov. 29 to see "A
Swingin Christmas".
To make a reservation call
654-2310 or 654-8775.
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Pureeor use as chunks in the recipe below.
Preparing the Puree: When the pumpkin is cool enough to han-
dle, remove the peel using a small sharp knife and your fingers. Put
the peeled pumpkin in a food processor and puree or use a food mill,
ricer, strainer or potato masher to forma puree.Pumpkin puree freez-
es well. Substitute the same amount in any recipe calling for solid
pack canned pumpkin.
Pumpkin Cheese Risotto
7 to 8 cups chicken stock, canned or homemade
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cups Arborio rice*
11/2 cups cooked pumpkin, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
6 fresh sage leaves, minced
pepper to taste
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 sage leaves for garnish
In a saucepan, heat stock to a simmer and holds at a very slow
simmer.
In a large heavy bottomed saucepan next to stock, heat butter and
add onion. Cook over medium heat until translucent.
Add rice, stir, and add 11/2 cups hot stock.
Stir until the rice has absorbed most of the liquid.
Add another 11/2 cups hot stock.
Repeat a third time adding pumpkin and sage.
Repeat with another 11/2 cups hot stock and pepper to taste.
Continue to stir until most of the stock has been absorbed by the
rice. Rice should be firm but tender (al dente).
Leave risottoa little runnybefore addingthe cheese soit will have a
creamy not stiff texture.
Makes four servings as a main course or six appetizer servings.
Source: Univ of Illinois Extension
Nutrition
The victims believe in their
teenage minds that they need to
just end the pain. Just end it.
They believe no one listens.
No one hears. No one under-
stands their agony.
They can complain, but the
bully tortures further and with
more accurate aim.
Reporting the assaults may be
a Band-aid, but it just does not
eradicate the grief. The public
service announcements promise
us It Gets Better, but that is
someday. And someday is just
too far away.
Many victims grow-up and fly
away, escapingthe nastiness. Not
everyone can last that long.
If you are being bullied, please
know this:
You. Are. Worthy.
You were put on this earth to
matter. You have a role. You are
destined for greatness.
The people who bully you are
bottom-feeders who live off the
powerlessness and fright of oth-
ers. They are cowards. They are
weak. They are nothing.
They will go exactly nowhere
in this life. You will go every-
where. Its the best revenge.
You are the hero.
Trust in karma, believe in kis-
met. Its too late for some of our
children, but not for you. Dont
let them take away the love you
have for yourself.
Stay strong. Maintain your
courage and wear it like a badge.
And I swear to God it does
get better.
Maria
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Wyoming Area High Schools
student ambassadors received a
warm welcome and applause
fromtheir school board Tuesday.
As part of a peer-to-peer sup-
port programto identify students
who may be struggling socially
or emotionally, the ambassadors
are regular students, some might
not even be straight-A achievers
or star athletes, but they are cho-
sen by teachers for their strong
personalities and apparent com-
passion.
Superintendent Raymond
Bernardi said the ambassadors
are part of a larger effort, which
has been in the works since Janu-
ary, to identify at-risk students
and intervene if school officials
feel a student may be in danger.
In light of recent high school
student suicides, everyone in the
room seemed to share in feeling
that this program could not have
arrived at a better time.
Before the meeting, School
Board President Frank Cassarel-
la asked for a moment of silence
for two teenagers from Nanti-
coke and Pittston who reportedly
took their own lives last week.
An audience member spoke
out.
Frank, you
can add Hazleton
to that.
News was
moving quickly
of the fourth in a
string of unrelat-
ed suicides last
week.
Bernardi said
the ambassadors were picked out
by faculty as students who will
not stand silent if they happen
across a peer in danger.
Were trying to do our best to
have our students come forward
if there are any issues, Bernardi
said.
The ambassadors first orga-
nized in January as a new-stu-
dent outreach effort to help
freshman or transfers feel wel-
come. Soon, administrators real-
ized that students who have al-
ready been part of the school of-
ten struggle socially or emotion-
ally and could use support.
Forty-five students in grades 7
through12 nowvolunteer as am-
bassadors for their peers and fac-
ulty advisers said more ask to
join every day.
High School Principal Vito
Quaglia said he has been and
educator for 20 years and now,
more than ever, younger students
are dealing with stressors that
used to be characteristic of much
older students and may have oth-
er reasons for hurting them-
selves.
These kids dont get a chance
to be kids anymore, Quaglia
said. When I was in seventh
grade, I was worried about base-
ball cards and (working on) my
bike.
The board discussed bullying
and its consequences. They ap-
proved the first reading of a new
policy that defines bullying both
inside the school and cyber bul-
lying, which happens through
social media websites and text
messages, as anything that
threatens the schools orderly en-
vironment.
The new policy says that con-
sequences for bullying may re-
ach as far as expulsion or referral
to law enforcement, as the
boards solicitor, Jarrett Ferenti-
no, said many of these offenses
are covered under the criminal
code.
Emily Sheman-
ski, a student repre-
sentative who sits
with the board,
thinks the new pol-
icy is fair.
I think the con-
sequences are ap-
propriate for the
harm (bullying)
could cause, Shemanski said.
Shemanski and her fellowstu-
dent representative Brian Wiso-
waty agree that bullying does not
seem to be an aggressive prob-
lem in their school. However,
they spoke highly of the ambas-
sador program, saying students
are more likely to turn to a friend
before taking their problems to
the principal.
Anti-bullying lessons are be-
ing worked into curriculum, but
Bernardi said there is no cure-all
for the victimized students to
talk about it.
This is not just a lecture, he
said. Its a very involved proc-
ess.
In other news, Ted Kross, who
coaches a girls fall softball
league, the Hammerheads, in-
quired about game equipment
the board asked him to return on
Monday because its use had nev-
er been approved.
Kross said Athletic Director
Joe Pizano and Principal Vito
Quaglia had given him the au-
thority to use the helmets, bats
and balls, but the board had not
voted.
He said for the past two years,
he has used the equipment for
the fall league, but he had been a
school employee then, coaching
girls spring softball.
The board seemed most con-
cerned that a non-employee
coach was using school equip-
ment for an unsanctioned sport
and the liabilities that go along
with that.
Solicitor Ferentino said the
boards responsibility is to its
taxpayers and its members
should cover all the bases to en-
sure no excessive liabilities be-
fall the district and end up on the
taxpayers bill.
Parents were distraught that
equipment their children had
raised money for was being bor-
rowed at no cost.
Kross said he had put up his
own money to buy uniforms for
the some of the players, who are
all Wyoming Area students. He
said the most of the players
raised money on their own to pay
for league entry fees and uni-
forms.
Currently, the school is with-
out a softball coach. Kross said
he intends to apply for the vacat-
ed softball coach position when
it is advertised.
WYOMI NG AREA SCHOOL BOARD
Student ambassadors introduced
Bullying a
topic at
Tuesday
meeting
By JON OCONNELL
Sunday Dispatch Correspondent
Superintendent Raymond Bernardi said the am-
bassadors are part of a larger effort, which has
been in the works since January, to identify
at-risk students and intervene if school offi-
cials feel a student may be in danger.
The Back Mountain Historical
Association will a presentation
of the The Battle of Wyoming,
by Stephen B. Killian, Esq., at
the annual fall meeting at 7 p.m.
on Wednesday, Oct. 17, in Lem-
mond Theater in Walsh Hall at
Misericordia University. The
program is open free to the pub-
lic and light refreshments will be
served.
Killian is a local attorney and
historian. He will present some
little-known facts about the his-
toric Battle of Wyoming, such as
Maj. John Butler, commander of
the English and Indian forces,
camping in Centermoreland on
the evening of June 30 while
making ready for the battle on
July 3, 1778 in Exeter.
The local battle cost more lives
than any other single encounter
during the Revolutionary War. It
is nowreferred to as the Battle of
Wyoming. Mr. Killian will share
his knowledge about the battle
and the various events surround-
ing it as well.
To register call 674-8036.
Wyoming Battle presentation slated
Oct. 17 at Misericordia University
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ANNOUNCEMENT
Dr. Jerey P. DAndrea
is pleased to announce the opening of his
newcardiology practice.
Dr. DAndrea will continue to see current and newpatients in
temporary locations until the upcoming grand opening of his
newoce.
Patients may call Dr. DAndrea at
570-602-7865
and leave a message with the answering service.
Your call will be promptly returned
to schedule an appointment,
to have prescriptions relled
have questions answered,
and howto make arrangements for the transition to the
newlocation.
Dr. DAndrea is committed to ensuring continuity of care for
all patients.
counting, also from McGowan
School of Business, Kings Col-
lege with and M.S. in taxation
and from University of Detroit
School of Law Juris Doctor
(J.D.). He is also fluent in Italian.
Sperrazza said he is very hap-
py to do the toastmastering du-
ties for the event. Sperrazza
owns the Leo J. Sperrazza Agen-
cy. From1990 to 1997 he was an
agent and registered representa-
tive for the Prudential Insurance
Company.
He graduated from Wyoming
Area High School and attended
Wilkes University. He is current-
ly attending Misericordia Uni-
versity pursuing a BAin finance.
Sperrazza qualified for nu-
merous sales awards with All-
state including Honor Ring des-
ignation. He is an award winning
wine maker and current member
and past president of the Wilkes-
Barre Chapter of UNICO.
A lifelong resident of Greater
Pittston, Sperrazza currently re-
sides in West Pittston with his
wife Lu-Ann. They have three
children, Dr. Frank Sperrazza,
Attorney Angela Sperrazza and
LeoJosephSperrazza, a junior at
Kings College.
The banquet is honoring two
Greater Pittston men, Attorney
Girard Mecadon as Person of the
Year and Charles A. Adonizio III
with the Lifetime Achievement
Award.
The 35th Annual Columbus
Day Banquet will be held at the
Gennetti Hotel and Convention
Center on Sunday, October 7.
Cocktails will be from 5:00 to
6:00 p.m. with a cash bar. Dinner
will be served at 6:00 p.m. Tick-
ets are $35 per person. Tickets
must be purchased in advance.
The public is invited to attend.
For reservations, contact
Louise Castellani at 654-6454 or
Judy Deice at 654-7600.
Columbus
Luigi Francis Shorty Rossi,
star of Pit Boss, a reality series
on Animal Planet, visited Caf
Italia, River Road, Port Blan-
chard, Friday night.
Rossi also operates Shortys
Rescue, an organization set up to
rescue, rehabilitate and place ne-
glected and abused pit bulls in
loving, nurturing homes.
Caf Italia is owned and oper-
ated by Sam Marranca of Pitt-
ston.
Pit Boss stars Shorty Rossi, left, Hercules, and Cristian Garcia at
a dinner table at Cafe Italia in Jenkins Township on Friday night.
Pit Boss star Shorty Rossi, left, poses with Cafe Italia owner Sam
Marranca Friday night.
Pit Boss at
Caf Italia
The schools food service of-
fers nutritious party and class-
room food packages to parents,
faculty and staff events. For
more information contact Food
Service Director Sue Rudalav-
age at 654-7770 or Nutri-
tion@pittstonarea.com.
Free and reduced lunch appli-
cations were sent home with
children on the first day of
school. Applications are due by
October12. If youhave anyques-
tions, call Daniel Mancini at
654-2415 ext. 2111.
Morning arrival
All parents who drive their
child to school in the morning
are reminded to use the driveway
in front of the Intermediate Cen-
ters Main Entrance. In order to
keep students safe, they are not
allowed to be dropped off in the
parking lot.
Dress code
The Pittston Area School Dis-
trict has a structured dress code
for all students. Parents and stu-
dents are reminded to reviewand
to observe the districts structur-
ed dress code policy. The policy
is available through the districts
website at www.pittstonarea-
.comor a copycanbe obtainedin
the Intermediate Centers Office.
Labels for Education
For more than 39 years the La-
bels for Education program has
been awarding free educational
equipment to schools in ex-
change for proofs of purchase
from participating products.
You can help Pittston Area In-
termediate Center earn free mer-
chandise such as computers, au-
dio/visual equipment, physical
education equipment, reference
books, musical instruments or
even a minivan, simply by col-
lectingLabels for Educationpar-
ticipating product UPCs and
beverage/sauce caps and giving
themto Pittston Area Intermedi-
ate Center.
This year our goal is to col-
lect 15,000 points and were ask-
ing the community to help, said
Meredith McGlynn, coordinator
for the Intermediate Centers La-
bels for Education program.
For more information call
McGlynn at 570-654-7176.
The 2012-2013 program runs
until June 1, 2013.
PA I NTERMEDI ATE CENTER
Free and reduced price
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board room, now used to hold
most of the Cosgrove collec-
tion, serviced about 70,000
people for meetings and com-
munity events. The expansion
will feature a new community
room to better accommodate
these activities.
Library Director Anne Ho-
gya said architects from Balli-
na Design Group drew plans
that will allow the contractor
to construct the addition with-
out closing the library. She
said when the structure is
completed, doors between the
two structures will be cut.
Advertising for contract
bids is to begin this week,
pending state approval of the
advertisement.
New furniture for the senior
room and sectioned privacy
desks for computer stations
were received on
Wednesday and
Hogya said the re-
furnishing phase of
the expansion is
nearly complete.
In addition to receiving a
state grant, the library took a
$768,000 low-interest loan
fromthe UnitedStates Depart-
ment of Agriculture to be re-
paid over 40 years. Quinn said
fundraisers like the Tastes of
Greater Pittston will help pay
back the loan and raise money
to meet the $1.2 million goal.
Crane said such events have
proven to be successful
(We want more) events like
this where the whole commu-
nity can contribute and get
something in return, Crane
said. Thats really going to
put us over the top.
Carol Royer, a Larksville
resident, said she read about
the event in the newspaper,
and thought, and people
say theres nothing to do in this
area.
She said she was raised with
a library at her disposal, and
she raised her children the
same way.
I want to preserve it,
Royer said of the Pittston Li-
brary.
With less than two months
to go before the long-awaited
library expansion ground-
breaking and about $500,000
still unaccounted for to fund it,
Pittston Memorial Library of-
ficials paraded into their first
Tastes of Greater Pittston fun-
draiser hopeful, but not ex-
pecting.
They were pleasantly sur-
prised.
A$30 ticket bought an entry
to hear live music, sample
some local flavor, including
appetizers, entrees, desserts
and homemade wine. Carol
Crane, the librarys fundrais-
ing director, said every last
ticket was sold.
Ticket sales had been
capped at 150 and
even then, the tent
bulged with the
crowds eating
and drinking in-
side.
Crane is planning to expand
for next year to sell more tick-
ets and to bring in more food
and wine.
Vendors and winemakers
paid no fee to set up their
stands. Each donated one
course of a meal or their wine
for ticket holders to sample.
The winemakers, most of
them amateur craftsmen who
usually make wine just for
family and friends, got to
share their handiwork and get
feedback from the public.
We didnt charge the ven-
dors because, honestly, we
didnt think anyone would
come, Crane said chuckling.
Barbara Quinn, president of
the library board of trustees,
said the publics use of library
services has grown so much,
expansion was inevitable.
With the highly-acclaimed
Cosgrove collection of histor-
ical books, documents and
memorabilia donated to the li-
brary, space is more cramped
than ever.
Quinn said last year the
PI TTSTON L I BRARY S
Library officials welcomed guests to their first Tastes of Grea-
ter Pittston fundraiser. Thrilled at this year's turnout, most
agreed that the event should be held every year.
Jessica Havern, left, Andrea Fenner-Koepp and Alexis Kol-
pakas enjoy the food and conversation at Pittston Library's
Tastes of Greater Pittston fundraiser last Sunday.
Pennsylvania State trooper TomKelly, his wife and WBRE
news anchor Candice Kelly, Library Director Anne Hogya and
Library Board President Barbara Quinn pose for picture.
One flavorfu
Susquehanna Brewing Company sales represe
By JON OCONNELL
Sunday Dispatch Correspondent
The library is plan-
ning to expand the
event next year. S
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Library fundraising director Carol Crane said vendors and
guests are already asking about next year's fundraiser.
Jeanie Bantell, left, Joleen Lazecki and Lori Nocito enjoy each
other's company at Last Sunday's Tastes of Greater Pittston,
a fundraiser for the Pittston Library.
Vito Balize, a Pittston winemaker and merchant of winemak-
ing products, brought a few of his own bottles to share at the
first Tastes of Greater Pittston fundraiser.
ul fundraiser
JON OCONNELL PHOTOS /FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
entative John Walsh talks with a beer enthusiast at the library's Tastes of Greater Pittston fundraiser.
Janet Russo fromMy
Sister's Kitchen wanted
to offer something dif-
ferent at the event, so
she brought breakfast,
though she had to re-
mind everyone it was
breakfast, not dessert.
With some tasteful
strumming and a sooth-
ing baritone, David
Joyce keeps the mood
light during last Sun-
day's Tastes of Greater
Pittston fundraiser.
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The Greater Pittston YMCAs
Annual Dinner and Community
Awards has beenslatedfor Nov. 1
at Mohegan Sun at Pocono
Downs and five honorees have
been announced.
The Greater Pittston YMCAs
Awards is an event to help raise
funds for the YMCA, and give
thanks and recognition to those
who have dedicated themselves
to further the mission of the YM-
CA.
Sandy and Marlene Insalaco
Sr.; Attorney Rose Randazzo,
Pittston Main Street Manager
and the Redevelopment Author-
ity of the City of Pittston; Tina
Fisher; The Williams Family of
Jack Williams Tire and Auto;
and Brittani Shearer are this
years honorees.
These individuals were chosen
by members of the Greater Pitt-
ston YMCA community for
their dedication to the City of
Pittston and the YMCA. They
will be honored at the dinner.
The Lifetime Achievement
Award is being preSented to
Sandy and Marlene Insalaco.
Sandy Insalaco is president
and CEO of Natures Way Water
Co., Pittston, a principal in Insa-
laco Development Group, which
owns and manages commercial
real estate inNewYork, NewJer-
sey and Pennsylvania, and is also
a director on the Board of Land-
mark Community Bank in Pitt-
ston. He is also the former gener-
al manager and chief financial
officer of Insalaco. He has beena
member of Misericordia Univer-
sitys Board of Trustees since
1998. He also serves as a trustee
of the Greater Pittston YMCA.
Mr. and Mrs. Insalacos phi-
lanthropy and civic mindedness
are also evident in their commu-
nity volunteer work. He has
served as chair or co-chair for
capital campaigns for the Grea-
ter Hazleton Philharmonic So-
ciety, Misericordia University,
Greater Pittston Memorial Li-
brary and St. Maria Goretti
Church in Laflin, and vice chair
of the Mercy Foundation.
The Insalacos also have been
recognized for their leadership
and generosity. The Ethics Insti-
tute of Northeastern Pennsylva-
nia honoredSandyandhis broth-
er, Michael, in 2005 for their
strong personal work ethic and
moral integrity. The Northeast-
ern Pennsylvania Chapter of The
Association of Fund-Raising
Professionals awarded Sandy
and Michael the Outstanding
Philanthropist Award for their
generous contributions to non-
profits in NEPA.
Sandy and Marlene live in
Wilkes-Barre. They have two
sons and five grandchildren.
The YMCASpirit of Commu-
nity Awards are going to Attor-
ney Rose M. Randazzo, Main
Street Manager, and the Rede-
velopment Authority of the City
of Pittston.
Randazzo currently volun-
teers as the Main Street Manager
for the City of Pittston and is re-
sponsible for developing revital-
ization strategies and coordinat-
ing these efforts with the mayor,
city council, and the Redevelop-
ment Authority. Historic Preser-
vation as well as Public Art are a
YMCA AWARDS
YMCA to honor Insalacos, others
Annual dinner
November 1 at
Mohegan Sun
Sandy and Marlene Insalaco
Tina Fisher Rose M. Randazzo
Brittani Shearer
WHAT YMCA Awards Dinner
WHEN Thursday, Nov. 1
WHERE Mohegan Sun
TICKETS, SPONSORSHIPS,
PROGRAMADS 655-2255, Ext. 101
I F YO U G O
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Open
7 Days
7 AM to 9 PM
Welcome John Brunetti and his cooking staff to
Rays ShurSave Deli Department in Old Forge
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best to carry all your favorites.
Express your condolences with a homemade Food Gift from
Rays ShurSave (made by the cooks from Brunettis)
Gift Baskets made daily & can be delivered.
The Pasta Boat has arrived in Old Forge, direct from Philly. The Ultimate Ricotta,
Meat, Butternut Squash & Lobster Ravioli Gnocchi Fettuccini & 12 more pasta
items from Tallutos, (a small family owned company). Tastes like you made it at home.
Now serving Duryea, Avoca, Pittston & Dupont. Grocery orders delivered in the Old
Forge area every Wednesday. Place your orders Mondays & Tuesdays, 9 AM to 3 PM.
John Brunet
priority for the downtown busi-
ness district and fall under the
Main Street Manager.
She is responsible for solicit-
ing new businesses as well as
promoting existing Main Street
businesses with the use of reha-
bilitation programs, state and
federal grants, legal tools andde-
sign and construction of physical
restoration projects with the help
of local architects and the De-
sign Review Committee of the
City of Pittston.
Randazzo also assists in coor-
dinating downtown promotional
events and activities.
The Redevelopment Author-
ity of the City of Pittston is under
the direction of Joseph Chacke.
Members include Marty
Moughan, Jo-
seph Harris,
Charles Bar-
one III, Mi-
chael Lom-
bardo and
James Zarra.
The Rede-
velopment
Authority was
empowered
by Act 385,
more com-
monly known
as the Urban
Redevelopment Law, in the
Commonwealth of Pennsylva-
nia. The Authority assists the
city, businesses, private develop-
ers, and homeowners located in
the City of Pittston, in the reha-
bilitationof blightedanddeterio-
rated properties and reuse of
abandoned or unused commer-
cial and industrial sites.
The SamMilazzoVolunteer of
the Year Award is going to Tina
Fisher, current President of the
Board, Greater Pittston YMCA.
Fisher joined the Greater Pitt-
ston YMCA Board of Directors
in 2007. Since then she has
chaired the Fund Development
Committee and currently serves
as the president. During her time
as a member of the board, she has
assisted with the 2006-2011Cap-
ital Campaign and chaired the
Annual Support Campaign
Drive in 2008 and the 2008 An-
nual Dinner.
Besides her time volunteering
at the YMCA, Fisher has chaired
the Greater Pittston Charity
Train Ride, nowin its fourth sea-
son.
The Corporate Distinction
Award is being presented to the
Williams Family of Jack Wil-
liams Tire and Auto.
Jack Williams Tire Company,
Inc. has been family owned and
operated for more than 83 years,
providing northeastern and cen-
tral Pennsylvania professional
and trusted tire and auto service.
Jack Williams Tire Co. was es-
tablished in 1929 by Jack Wil-
liams, Sr. in Kingston. Still a
family business, the company is
now owned and operated by Bill
Williams, son of the late Jack
Williams, Sr.
The James &Jean Yates Youth
Leadership Award will be
awarded to Brittani Shearer of
West Pittston.
Shearer is a senior at Wyom-
ing Area
High School.
She is a high
honors stu-
dent and is a
member of
the National
Honor Socie-
ty for the past
three years.
She is very
involved in
her commu-
nity, helping
with the Pitt-
ston Kiwanis as a member of the
Wyoming Area Key Club for the
past four years. She has assisted
her father with the West Pittston
Parks and Recreation. Brittani
has been a member of the YM-
CAsince preschool and has been
involved in cheerleading, gym-
nastics and dance. Currently she
is a lifeguard and swim instruc-
tor at the Y. In her free time she
enjoys playing ice hockey and
coaching the West Pittston Ram
Cheerleaders.
The Greater Pittston YMCA
Awards is being held on Thurs-
day, Nov. 1, at Mohegan Sun at
Pocono Downs. Cocktails and
dinner start at 6 p.m. with the
awards following at 7:30. Cost is
$75 per person. Table sponsor-
ship is $1000 (comes with ten
tickets).
Sponsorship opportunities are
available, along with program
advertisement space. Contact
Craig Lukatch, CEO, at 570-
655-2255 ext. 101 or clu-
katch@greaterpittstonymca.org
for more information.
YMCA dinner
The Greater Pittston YMCA Annual
Dinner and Community Awards is
being held on Thursday, Nov. 1, at
Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs.
Cocktails and dinner start at 6
p.m. with the awards following at
7:30. Cost is $75 per person. Table
sponsorship is $1000 (comes with
ten tickets).
The Womens Rock Event, a
free community event Fox Hill
CountryClubfrom6to8p.m. on
Oct. 17, is designed to help im-
prove the overall fitness of to-
days women, such as in health,
fitness, fashion, career, finance,
etc.
Assorted appetizers, beer,
wine, soda, and coffee will be
provided.
The organizers are looking for
vendors to fill tables such as
Pampered Chef, Tastefully Sim-
ple, Sensi and / or candles, cloth-
ing and accessories, travel agent,
Longaberger Baskets, health
(weight loss), pet groomer, home
health agency, Yoga, personal
fitness trainer, dating service,
fortune teller and massage ther-
apist
The organizers ask a donation
of $100 for the tables to sell ser-
vices and products. All proceeds
will go to the Childrens Clinic in
Pittston.
Also vendor are asked to pay
the $25 per person for the cost of
the food and beverages and pro-
vide a basket for the Chinese
Auction that proceeds will also
go to the Childrens Clinic.
To reserve a table, contact Jes-
sica Booth at 340-7753 or 947-
5457.
Vendors sought for
Fox Hill womens event
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When September Ends.
In other developments:
Greater Nanticoke Area student and
a Hazleton Area student also took their
own lives, district officials said.
Pittston Area students arrived at
school Wednesday morning to the sight
of police officers and state troopers at ev-
ery door, a precaution taken after ru-
mors and innuendo on the Internet hint-
ing at weapons being brought to school,
Superintendent Michael Garzella said.
Officers checked each school bus after
students entered the school, and several
officers remained throughout the day.
State police Capt. James Degnan said
there were no problems.
Luzerne County District Attorney
Stephanie Salavantis met with detec-
tives, area police chiefs and Garzella and
other Pittston Area administrators Tues-
day, and she emerged from the meeting
with the same conclusion.
The rumors of possible bullying are
exactly that, rumors. We have no evi-
dence of that, Salavantis said. Howev-
er, we ask if anyone has evidence, please
come forward.
Counselors were stationed at Pitt-
ston Area High School all week. Coun-
selors were also made available at the in-
termediate center, which houses grades
three through five, and the middle
school, with grades six through eight.
We sent themto the intermediate center
because weve received calls from con-
cerned parents, Garzella said.
Garzella is looking to update the dis-
tricts anti-bullying efforts, and talked
with Hazleton Area Superintendent
Francis Antonelli about anextensive pro-
gram being implemented there, includ-
ing anti-harassment and anti-bullying
curriculum taught in every grade by all
teachers, and mandatory training for all
employees on detecting harassment and
bullying, and remedying it to the satis-
factionof victimandperpetrator. Garzel-
la said he wants to implement a system
that would allowstudents or others to re-
port bullying confidentially, possibly in-
cluding an online anonymous report
form.
A public forum at Pittston Area
High School, roughly around the same
time as the vigil, was held to discuss teen
suicide and bullying was filled with
emotion, concern, questions and sharing
of personal experiences as the district re-
sponded to the recent suicide deaths of
the four area students. The forum fea-
tured speakers including Luzerne Coun-
ty District Attorney Salavantis, Superin-
tendent Garzella, Wyoming Valley Drug
& Alcohol Services CEO Carmen Am-
brosino and representatives of the Chil-
drens Service Center and the Victims
Resource Center.
Pittston Area students Katie Kuna of Dupont, left, and Taylor Jones of Duryea light candles for the teen suicide victims
Wednesday night at Albert West Park in Pittston.
Sorrow
To meet or not to meet?
Thats the debate the Pittston Area
School Board is grappling with in the wake
of two suicides in the district in the matter
of a week.
Robert Linskey says the school board
needs to meet before their regularly sched-
uled Oct. 16 meeting to discuss the recent
events and the schools bullying policy.
We need to go over the districts bully-
ing policy and I dont think we can wait un-
til our regular meeting, Linskey said.
Even though there was no evidence of
bullying, theres a public perception of bul-
lying.
School and law enforcement officials
have insisted there is, so far, no evidence
two suicides in Pittston Area, and two other
suicides in Hazleton Area and Greater
Nanticoke Area, were a response to bully-
ing.
Linskeysaidhe has the backingof fellow
board members Joseph Kelly, Marilyn
Starna and Richard Gorzkowski. But five
board members are needed to call a meet-
ing.
Linseky said he was researching other
ways to call a meeting. He is seeking to
meet on Tuesday, Oct. 2.
Pittston School Board President Antho-
ny Guariglia said the board is following
research-based best practices on how to
handle a death by suicide in school.
I dont want people to sensationalize
this and allow it to happen again, Guari-
glia said. This isnt the time to showcase
our accomplishments, he said. Its a time
to heal. Well have a meeting soon
enough.
The districts bullyingandcyber bullying
policy was adopted in 2006 and revised in
August. Bullying is defined in the policy as
an intentional electronic, written, verbal or
physical act or series of acts directed at an-
other student or student, which occurs in a
school setting and/or outside a school set-
ting, that is severe, persistent and interferes
with a students education, creates a threat-
ening environment or substantially dis-
rupts the orderly operation of the school.
Cyberbullying is bullying through elec-
tronic means such as text messages or
email.
Penalties for bullyinginclude counseling
withinthe school, parental conference, loss
of school privileges, transfer to another
school building, classroom or school bus,
exclusion from school-sponsored activ-
ities, detention, suspension, expulsion or
referral to law enforcement.
School board
members want
public meeting
By JOE HEALEY
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In the towns
Suicide touches many fam-
ilies, but this week it hit close to
home with the report of two Pitt-
ston Area students, one of our
very own from Avoca, taking
their own lives. While official
police reports have not linked ei-
ther of the suicides to bullying,
many people in our community
are saying there is a connection
for at least one of them.
While I will not comment on
the suicides out of respect to the
grieving families, I would like to
take a moment to comment on
bullying. Bullying is an awful
thing to do to someone. The
scars it leaves on victims are so
damaging and, in some cases, le-
thal. Sadly, bullying has always
been a problem, but it seems as if
it has been taken to a new level.
With the evolution of Facebook,
texting and a whole host of other
instantaneous technology, bul-
lies have more tools at their dis-
posal to victimize their prey,
leaving a child to feel completely
overwhelmed and powerless.
And, with those feelings of de-
spair, the victims see suicide as a
way to escape the problem or
perhaps get back at their preda-
tors for their evil deeds. Sadly, it
does not work this way. Taking
ones own life does not hurt the
bullies. The people who suffer
are the friends and family of the
victim. They will feel the loss
forever.
If you or someone you knowis
being bullied, report it. I know it
may be scary or embarrassing to
do, but you must report what is
happening to you or a friend to
school officials and your par-
ents. If an event takes place, be
sure to note the date, time and
anyone who witnessed it. There
needs to be a written record of
what is taking place. If the bully-
ing is consistently occurring, re-
port every incident. Be vigilant
about reporting it. Make sure
your reports are being taken seri-
ously by school officials.
One place you can begin to
findyour strengthis byattending
the Burn-Out Bullying and Sui-
cide Awareness Night from5 to
8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6 at the
Duryea Wildcats field, corner of
Kramer and Shaft Streets. There
will be speakers present to talk
about anti-bullying, teen suicide
and assist individuals in need of
help. There will also be food, a
DJ and raffle baskets. The eve-
ning will conclude with a bon-
fire. All proceeds will benefit
the memorial funds for the vic-
tims.
Anybusiness or familywilling
to donate food, monetary gifts or
their time at this event should e-
mail Amy Brody at amymbro-
dy@aol.com.
I express my deepest condo-
lences to the families and friends
of the two whose lives ended
much, much too soon. God be
with you all. You will be in my
prayers.
Jackie Borthwick Galvin
Happy birthday
Happy 80th birthday to There-
sa Gudz who will celebrate her
special day on Wednesday, Oct.
3. On this same day, Theresa and
her husband, Stanley, will cele-
brate their 48th wedding anni-
versary. The couple has four
children and seven grandchil-
dren. A family dinner will mark
this very special occasion.
VFW Auxiliary
The Ladies AuxiliarytoV.F.W.
Post 8335 will meet at 7 p.m. on
Monday, Oct. 1in the post home,
915 Main St. President June Fitz-
gerald will preside over the
meeting. Joan Emlaw and Mary
Ann Ruane will serve as hostess-
es.
Queen of the Apostles
In honor of the Blessed Moth-
er and October as the month of
the rosary, Queenof the Apostles
Parish will pray the rosary and
litany of the Blessed Virgin Ma-
ry following the 8 a.m. daily
Mass and at 7 p.m. on Wednes-
days at St. Marys Church, 715
Hawthorne St. The Litany for
Life will be prayed on the days of
Eucharistic Adoration.
The parish has Adoration of
the Blessed Sacrament from 8
a.m. to 8 p.m. every Tuesday at
the church. Eucharistic Adorers
are needed for the 12:30 to 1:30
p.m. time slot. The Rosary and
the Litany of the Sacred Heart of
Jesus is prayed for the intentions
written in the adoration and lob-
by books along with the special
intentions of those present at
7:30 p.m. followed by Benedic-
tion. If you can help, call Ann
Jake at 457-3521or the parish of-
fice at 457-3412.
The First Friday healing Mass
will take place at 7 p.m. on Oct. 5
at the church.
The parish pastoral council
will have an all-parish meeting at
5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6 in St.
Marys School auditorium, 742
Spring St. Various committee
members will give presentations
at this time to discuss the parishs
status and future direction. Pizza
and refreshments will be served
at 5:30 p.m.
In honor of the feast day of St.
Francis of Assisi, patron saint of
animals in the Roman Catholic
Church, there will be a pet bless-
ing at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 7 in
the church parking lot.
In honor of Respect Life Sun-
day, there will be a special bless-
ing for parents-to-be, their un-
born children and families fol-
lowing the 4 p.m. on Saturday,
Oct. 7 and the 8, 9:30 and11a.m.
Masses on Sunday, Oct. 7 at the
church. There will also be a spe-
cial Eucharistic Holy Hour
which will include Exposition of
the Blessed Sacrament, rosary,
prayer of the hours and Benedic-
tion of the Blessed Sacrament
from 4 to 5 p.m. on Oct. 7.
The parish youth group will
have a virtual baby shower
throughout October. Donation
boxes are located in the church
vestibule. All proceeds benefit
the Care and Concern Free
Health Clinic, Pittston. Call the
parish office at 457-3412 for a
list of collection items.
The pastoral council will meet
at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 8 in
the rectory.
The womens guild will meet
at 7p.m. onTuesday, Oct. 9inthe
auditoriumof St. Marys School.
The annual appeal committee
will meet at 7:30 p.m. on
Wednesday, Oct. 10 and 24 in the
rectory.
There will be a special evening
prayer to inaugurate the Year of
Faith at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct.
11 at the church.
The worship committee will
meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct.
15 in the rectory.
The Womens Guild will spon-
sor its annual Harvest Tea from1
to4p.m. onSunday, Oct. 21inSt.
Spring St. Tickets for the tea are
$10 per person. For more infor-
mation or to reserve a table, con-
tact Jane Maxwell at 335-8678
or Patricia Kwiatkowski at 457-
7117.
The building and grounds
committee will meet at 6:30 p.m.
on Monday, Oct. 29 in the recto-
ry.
The finance council will meet
at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 30 in
the rectory.
Yard waste collection
Avoca Borough will have yard
waste collections on Tuesday,
Oct. 2 and 16, weather permit-
ting. In addition to collecting
grass clippings and leaves, bor-
ough workers will also collect
other yard waste, including
shrubs, hedge clippings and tree
limbs.
Grass clippings and leaves can
be placed in the same container;
however, brushmust be placedin
a separate container. The recy-
cling center will not accept grass
and leaves that are combined
with yard waste.
Tree limbs should not exceed
three feet in length and one-half
inch in diameter.
Rocks, stones, dirt and animal
waste are not acceptable forms
of yard waste and will not be col-
lected.
A maximum of three open
containers, not exceeding 30
pounds, will be allowed per col-
lection. Residents are asked not
to put collection items in plastic
bags.
Collection items should be
placed curbside by 8 a.m.
Ashes will be collected every
Wednesday. Residents are asked
to place them curbside by 8 a.m.
on the collection date.
Recycling reminder
Avoca residents are invited to
recycle newspaper and commin-
gled glass, plastic and metal bot-
tles, cans and jars every Wednes-
day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the
Moosic Recycling Truck at the
Avoca Municipal Garage, 1106
Plane St.
All lids should be removed
and disposed of in home trash.
Containers should be rinsed,
plastics and metals should be
flattened and glass should not be
broken.
Newspaper should not be
placed in bags.
All recyclables should be
placed in the appropriate com-
partment of the truck.
Avoca residents can also recy-
cle corrugated cardboard from 8
a.m. to 8 p.m. on the first Thurs-
day of each month in the Moosic
Recycling Truck at the Avoca
Municipal Garage.
Avoca residents can also recy-
cle corrugated cardboard from 8
a.m. to 8 p.m. on the first Thurs-
day of each month in the Moosic
Recycling Truck at the Avoca
Municipal Garage.
The recycling area will be
monitored and violators can be
fined or banned from future re-
cycling privileges. Recycling
calendars are available in the
lobby of the Avoca Municipal
Building and at the recycling
truck.
Lions food bank
The Avoca Lions Club will
Burn-Out Bullying Awareness Night Saturday
AVOCA
JACKIE BORTHWICK-GALVIN
457-3351
avocahappenings@verizon.net
See AVOCA, Page 36
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Sacred Heart of Jesus Church
will have Blessing of Animals in
Honor of St. Francis of Assisi at
noon on Sunday, Oct. 7 in the
churchparkinglot onLackawan-
na Avenue.
The Sacred Heart of Jesus Se-
nior Outreach Committee ex-
tends an invitation to senior citi-
zens age 60 and over to the Se-
nior Bingo from 1 to 4 p.m. on
Sunday, Oct. 7 in the Sacred
Heart of Jesus Church Hall.
An invitation has also been ex-
tended to Queen of the Apostles,
Nativity of Our Lord and Holy
Mother of Sorrows parishioners.
There is no charge for the Bingo.
Token prizes are awarded and re-
freshments will be served.
Meetings scheduled at Sacred
Heart of Jesus Church: Womens
Society will meet at 6:30 p.m. on
Tuesday, Oct. 2 in the church
hall; Holy Name will meet at 7
p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 3 in the
church hall; Choir rehearsal will
be heldfrom6:30to7:30p.m. on
Thursday, Oct. 4; and Parish Pas-
toral Council will meet at 7 p.m.
on Thursday, Oct. 4 in the lower
level of the rectory.
VFW Auxiliary
The Ladies Auxiliary of Pry-
zybytek-Kundlas VFW Post
4909 will meet at 7 p.m. on Tues-
day, Oct. 2 at the post home.
Auxiliary dues will be accept-
ed at this meeting and Auxiliary
inspection will be done by Dis-
trict President Sharon Tilghman.
Hostesses for the October
meeting are Barbara Kause and
Marie Kocinski.
President Ellen Healey will
preside.
WACtoberfest
Wyoming Area Catholic will
hold its first-ever WACtoberfest
from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Oct.
12at the Susquehanna Brewing
Company in Pittston.
Tickets are $30 and include
beer tasting of SBC beers, hor
doeuvres, raffles and music by
Frankie Warren of Magic 93. For
tickets, call the school at 654-
7982.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Mary Ann
and Ron Rinaldi winning a first-
place blue ribbon for their Bar-
tlett pears fromtheir deep-rooted
family pear tree at this years
Bloomsburg Fair.
Lions fundraiser
The Dupont Lions annual fun-
draiser is now underway. The
club is selling tickets to match
Daily Number at $10. Lion Bart
Brykis chairmanof the fundrais-
er.
All proceeds benefit commu-
nity childrens annual Easter Egg
Hunt, Halloween Safety Stations
and Christmas Party. Any resi-
dent interested in having a safety
stationis askedtocontact anyLi-
on member. The club will supply
hot chocolate and assorted
candy.
Dupont Lions Club will hold
their annual White Cane Coin
Drop from 8 a.m. to noon on
Sunday, Oct. 14 at the intersec-
tions of Main Street and Bear
Creek Rd by Bobbie Os and the
Hub One.
The next highway cleanup
sponsored by the Lions Club is
scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 20.
Any individual or organization
who would like to help with the
cleanup can contact Lion Rich
Hanson at 451-1519.
The project will start time 8:30
a.m. and all volunteers will meet
at the municipal building.
Borough notes
Dupont Borough Public
Works Dept. will collect tires on
Friday, Oct. 12 fromresidents for
the recycling event sponsored by
the Luzerne County Solid Waste
Management Department. Resi-
dents must register with the mu-
nicipal office.
There is a two-tire limit per
household. Contact Borough
Manager Pat McDonald for ad-
ditional information.
Duryea Borough will host a
forum presented by State Repre-
sentative Michael Carroll at 7
p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 10 at
the Duryea Municipal Office.
Greater Pittston Area municipal
officials have been invited to at-
tend this meeting to provide an
educational approach about
shared municipal services. This
meeting is also open to the pub-
lic.
The service schedule for the
week of September 30: Monday,
Oct. 1 Refuse; Tuesday, Oct. 2 -
Yard Waste; Wednesday, Oct. 3
-Recycling of commingle, in-
cluding glass and plastic.
Eco-tip
Here is Joey Jones eco-tip of
the week:
If you have a dishwasher, you
dont need to pre-rinse your dis-
hes.
This will save water!
Gas service applications
Applications for gas service
are available at the Dupont Mu-
nicipal Offices during regular
business hours. UGI representa-
tive Mike Trussa stated at the
April Council meeting that, in
order for the company to have
program approval for placement
of gas lines, residents applica-
tions must be filedwith UGI. For
more information, contact Trus-
sa at 829-8664.
Best bazaar
Congratulations Sacred Heart
of Jesus Church for being select-
ed by the readers of The Sunday
Dispatch as winner of Best Ba-
zaar in the Dispatchs Best of
Greater Pittston readers poll.
Flu shots
Flu shots will be given from10
a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through
Friday at the office of Superior
Health Services, 224 Main St.
Dupont. No appointment is nec-
essary.
Most insurance are accepted.
For more information, call 883-
9581.
Raffle winners
Holy Mother of Sorrows Do-
zynki Festival raffle winners:
Matilda Drost, grandfather
clock; Pat Debias, $100; Holly
Thatcher, $100; Debbie Godek,
$100; Jean Bushinski, $100;
Henry Kishel, $100; Chris Gale,
$75; Leo Nalaschi, $75; Rita
Mogavero, $50; and Ashley Wa-
ter, $50.
Bowling scores
Elkos Bantam/Prep Mixed
High Scratch Series Score:
Boys Division: Jacob Dobro-
walski, 170; Ryan Kane, 140; Ai-
den Hindmarsh, 130; Ryan Peck,
124; Jimmy Soroka, 99; Robert
Davidson, 87; Alexander Chil-
son, 80; Zachary Chilson, 79;
Beau Widdick, 76; Andrew
Adonizio, 73.
Girls Division: Kacie Fisk,
139; Madison Mesaris, 135;
Sophia Gronka, 28.
Elkos Prep Boys
High Scratch Series Scores:
Joey Wruble, 456; Zachary El-
ko, 352; Jeremy Lavelle, 337;
Martin Kuna, 315; Marc Piecho-
ta, 308; Tyler Cegelka, 250;
Charles Boswell, 248; Tyler Gra-
nahan, 246; Ozzie Dobrowalski,
243; Nicolas Aschenback, 242.
Elkos Junior/Senior Friday
Boys Division: ConradChap-
ple, 676; Spencer Saxon, 659;
Peter Kulick, 634; Zachary
McKitish, 621; David Zydko,
592.
Girls Division: Courtney
Osiecki, 476; Erin Donnelly,
475; Katie Wynn, 425; Jordan
Cegelka, 415; Sara Lukowich,
404.
Magic Circle
Mens Division: Don Whit-
ing, 670; Greg Renfer, 622; Matt
Charney, 607; Harry Nicholson,
596; Vito Buzzetta, 589; Chris
renfer, 578, Ed Wasko, 560; Paul
Chmiel, 556; Russ Stevens, 555;
Joe Sr, Wruble, 537.
Womens Division: Denise
Gordon, 487; MaryTheresa Pu-
pa, 467; Courtney McKitish,
383; Mima Brunges, 346.
Universal
Jerry Coggins, 676; Jim Lavel-
le,III, 672; William Elko, 640;
David Titton, 635; Billy Jr. Elko,
627; Dale Reese, 623; George
Gulla, 602; Ryan OMalley, 600;
Nicholas Berlinski, 576; Edward
Collins, 569.
Warehouse Mixed League
Mens Division: Jim Golden,
720; John Doran, 676; Dale
Reese, 656; Tom Clark, 640;
John Borgia, 606.
Womens Division: Michelle
Bukofski, 305.
National
Mark Kulick, 687; Neal Elko,
680; Lisa Menichini, 669; Jerry
Coggins, 666; Edward Collins,
662; Allyn Jr. Ferretti, 632; Matt
Felter, 631; John Kulick, 625;
Dale Reese, 614; Robert Lussi,
575.
Pittston Township VFW
Wally Moore, 767; Jack Casper,
686; Rich Russian, 642; Joe Ar-
genio, 618; Joe Jr. Walsh, 590;
TomJudge, 562; Joe Scarantino,
551; Joe Dalessandro, 549; Ed
Wasko, 541; Joe Sr. Walsh, 539.
Elkos Mixed
Boys Division: Michael Elko,
549; Anthony Zimmerman, 532;
EvanElko, 468; Paul Greco, 412;
Charles Kulick, 399; Justin
Coyne, 382; Evan Esposito, 366;
Dominic Falzone, 362; Bryan
Shupp, 330; Michael Walsh,
326; Alex Scaramastro, 326.
Girls Division: Gina Kirkpa-
trick, 354; Morgan Mesaris, 328;
Samantha Piechota, 295; Piper
Kane, 290; Janelle Dudek, 247;
Halle Gronka, 198; Loren Gron-
ka, 177; Alyssa Bulford, 171.
Dupont Bowlerettes
MaryTheresa Pupa, 554; Connie
Berlinski, 525; Donna Kasa,
497; Helen Zapotoski, 474; Bar-
bara Slusser, 471; MaryLou Fe-
reck, 458; Lynn Langdon, 441;
Ann Alfano, 432; MaryAnn
Shugdinis, 431.
American
TomSpulin, 799; Jerry Coggins,
747; Neal Elko, 734; Gary Jr.
Magdon, 712; John Grohowski,
701; Mark Kulick, 674; Dave
Kern, 667; Rich Kuligowski,
667; Peter Laton, 618; Edward
Collins, 613.
Sunday Night Mixed
Mens Division: Joe Sr. Wru-
ble, 559; Francis Pupa, 549; Joe
Argenio, 548; Ray Wasko, 516;
Joe Umbra, 507.
Womens Division: MaryTh-
eresa Pupa, 510; MaryLou Fe-
reck, 468; Courtney McKitish,
402; Gracelynn Williamson,
392; Karen Umbra, 365.
Boys Division: Zachary
McKitish, 604.
Sacred Heart animal blessing next Sunday
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ANN MARIE PADDOCK
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Welcome to autumn, my
friends. I just love the crisp air,
the sound of rustling leaves and,
of course, pumpkin-flavored
coffee that comes with the fall
season. I also look forward to
one of Duryeas nicest events
the Nativity of Our Lord Parish
Indoor Fall Festival.
Nativity of Our Lord Parish
will have its annual Indoor Fall
Festival from 4 to 9 p.m. on Fri-
day, Oct. 5 and from 5 to 9 p.m.
on Saturday, Oct. 6 in the Holy
Rosary Church hall and the Holy
Rosary School cafeteria and
gym, 125-127 Stephenson St.
At the festival, there will be a
cash raffle, baskets, games, bake
sale, variety of chance stands,
Bingo and instant Bingo. There
will also be ethnic foods, includ-
ing potato pancakes, pierogi, ha-
luski and piggies as well as
homemade soup.
Blessing of animals
The Blessing of Animals in
honor of St. Francis of Assisi
will take place from 10:15 to 11
a.m. on Saturdayd, Oct. 6 at St.
Marys Polish National Catholic
Church 200 Stephenson St. All
dogs, cats, birds, small furrys,
reptiles - ask your human to
bring you to Church.
Council news
Duryea Borough Council has
passed an ordinance which regu-
lates the disbursement of gas
from gas stations directly to en-
gine-powered vehicles. Engine-
powered vehicles include all
wheeled and belt-driven vehicles
powered by internal combustion
engines, including, but not limit-
ed to motorcycles, motorbike,
trail bikes, motor scooters,
snowmobiles, all-terrain vehi-
cles, etc., but does not include
properly licenses motor vehicles
operated upon public highways,
streets and private driveways in
accordance with the law.
All persons and owners of gas
stations are prohibited from dis-
bursing gasoline from gas
pumps located at gas stations di-
rectly into any engine-powered
vehicle, such as an all-terrain ve-
hicle.
This ordinance does not apply
to vehicles needed during a de-
clared emergency. Any person
violating any provision of the or-
dinance shall upon conviction be
fined.
Duryea BoroughCouncil is al-
so considering passing an ordi-
nance to establish a registration
and inspection program for all
residential rental properties.
Out-of-town landlords will be
required to appoint a local agent
to be responsible for the rental
properties.
Berkheimer Associates will
now be the sole tax collector for
all Duryea earned income tax
and local services tax. Residents
will no longer have to file a tax
return with Centax.
Four residential lots on Jones
Street will be sold by a sealed
bid. The minimum bid will be
$35,000 for each of three lots
and $40,000 for the lot on the
corner of Jones and Grove
Streets. The borough engineer
and solicitor are preparing the
documents needed for the bid-
ding process which should be
ready in the coming weeks.
The Duryea Borough Fire Po-
lice needed a better fire police
vehicle. The 1999 Crown Victo-
ria which they had been using
will be sold as scrap for $450.
Council has purchased a 2003
Crown Victoria police car from
Blakely Borough at a cost of
$1,000.
Council voted to appoint Rose
Zaino and Wendy Radle to the
Duryea Recreation Board.
Duryea Borough has recently
submitted a grant to the Pennsyl-
vania Department of Environ-
mental Resources for a 2013 re-
cycling truck which will be pow-
ered by natural gas. The 2012
Pennsylvania Department of En-
vironmental Resources recy-
cling performance grant was al-
so submitted this week. The per-
formance grant is based on pop-
ulation and the tonnage of
recyclables collected. In October
2011, Duryea Borough received
$24,147 from a previous recy-
cling performance grant. Funds
were used to purchase new recy-
cling containers.
Many residents have ex-
pressed concern about the ab-
sence of street lights on Kimber-
ly and Huckleberry Drives in the
Blueberry Hills development.
The streets in Phase V of the de-
velopment have not been adopt-
ed by Duryea Borough. The bor-
ough engineer has contacted
MidAtlantic to core test the
streets. Testing should be com-
pleted this week. Once Duryea
Borough adopts the streets,
street lights will be installed.
Excelsior Hose Co.
The Excelsior Hose Co. No. 2
will meet at 7 p.m. on Thursday,
Oct. 4 at the hose company, 798
Foote Ave.
The second mailing of the Ex-
celsiors annual funddrive is now
in circulation. Please help and
donate to our local volunteer fire
department. A special thank you
is extended to everyone who has
made a donation.
Awareness Night
The Duryea Wildcats will
sponsor Burn-Out Bullying and
Suicide Awareness Night from
5 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6 at
the Duryea Wildcats field, cor-
ner of Kramer and Shaft Streets.
There will be speakers present to
talk about anti-bullying, teen su-
icide and assist individuals in
need of help. There will also be
food, a DJ andraffle baskets. The
evening will conclude with a
bonfire. All proceeds will bene-
fit the Matt Montagna and Jamie
Baker memorial funds.
Anybusiness or familywilling
to donate food, monetary gifts or
their time at this event should e-
mail Amy Brody at amymbro-
dy@aol.com. All children and
parents residing in the Greater
Pittston Area are invited to at-
tend.
Germania breakfast
Members of the Germania
Hose Company will have an all-
you-can-eat country style break-
fast from 7 a.m. to noon on Sun-
day, Oct. 7 at the hose company,
430 Foote Ave.
The menu includes eggs, ba-
con, home fries, biscuits, sau-
sage, gravy, coffee and juice, all
served buffet style.
Tickets, which are $9 for
adults and $6 for children, can be
purchased from any hose com-
pany member or at the door. For
more information, visit
www.germaniafire.net.
Flu shots available
Flu shots will be available
from9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday,
Oct. 8 at the Family Prescription
Counter, 335 Main St. No ap-
pointment is necessary. Most in-
surances are accepted.
Legion Auxiliary
American Legion Auxiliary
Unit 585 will meet at 6:30 p.m.
on Tuesday, Oct. 9 at the Bren-
nan Regan post home, 329 Main
St. Anyone interested in becom-
ing a member is asked to attend a
meetingor contact the post home
at 457-4242 or any established
member.
Members are reminded 2013
dues are now due. Please drop
them off or mail them as soon as
possible to American Legion
Brennan Regan Post 585, c/o
Auxiliary Dues, 329 Main St.,
Duryea, PA18642.
The Auxiliary Unit will host a
luncheon at noon on Sunday,
Oct. 14 for the men and women
from the Veterans Administra-
tion. All auxiliary members are
asked to volunteer. Information
about the event will be available
at the Oct. 9 meeting or by call-
ing the post home.
Rec board news
The Duryea Rec Board will
have a Movie in the Park on Sat-
urday, Oct. 13 at Community
Park, which is located behind the
municipal building. The movie
will be Halloween Town. The
gates will open at 6:30 p.m. and
the movie will start at 7:30 p.m.
Treats and beverages will be
served. This event is free and
open to all.
The board is also planning its
Halloween Spooktacular which
will take place on Saturday, Oct.
27 at Healey Park.
Cub Pack donut sale
Duryea Cub Scout Pack 375
will have a Krispy Kreme
Doughnut sale on Monday, Oct.
15. Doughnuts are $6 per dozen
or for a gift certificate. Orders
must be placed with Ann Ed-
wards by Oct. 8. For more infor-
mation, contact Edwards at 457-
8402.
Magic show
St. Marys Polish National Ca-
tholic Church will host Damian
the Magician at 7 p.m. on Friday,
Oct. 19 in the parish hall, 200
Stephenson St. At the event, Da-
mian will present his Halloween
show.
Tickets are $10 for adults and
$5 for children 12 and younger.
Nativity indoor Fall Festival Friday
DURYEA
JACKIE BORTHWICK-GALVIN
457-3351
duryeahappenings@verizon.net
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Residents are reminded about
the collection of used tires at the
borough building on Oct. 11, 12
and 13. Tires must not contain
water or be excessively dirty.
There is a limit of five tires per
household.
Craft and gift sale
A craft and gift sale will be
held fromnoon to 5 p.m. on Nov.
4 at the Hughestown Hose Com-
pany. A variety of gifts will be
available for the holiday season.
Proceeds from the event will
benefit the Hughestown Park
and Recreation.
Price for one table is $25. Any-
one interested in participating is
asked to call Chairpersons Mary
Ann Quick at 654-5763 or Mary
Golya 655-4552.
Giardina anniversary
Residents are asked to remem-
ber the late Chief Tony Giardina
and his wife, Ida, on their wed-
ding anniversary.
Work session
Hughestown Borough Coun-
cil work session will be held at 7
p.m. on Oct. 4 in the borough
building. Wayne Quick will pre-
side.
Used tires to
be collected
HUGHESTOWN
Refreshments will be sold. Call
457-2291 for tickets.
Polish Falcons
Halloween party
The Polish Falcons, Nest 128,
will host a childrens Halloween
party from1to 4 p.m. on Sunday,
Oct. 21 at the nest, 631 Main St.
Children and grandchildren of
regular and social members are
invited to attend.
Attendees will enjoy games,
refreshments and prizes.
Reservations can be made at
the bar.
The Polish Falcons, Nest 128
will have a costume party for
adults from 6 p.m. to closing on
Friday, Oct. 26 at the nest. Prizes
will be awarded.
Sons of Legion
Halloween party
The Sons of the American Le-
gion, Squadron585(S.A.L.) will
host a childrens Halloween cos-
tume party from 3 to 5 p.m. on
Sunday, Oct. 28 at the Brennan
Regan Post home, 329 Main St.
Children and grandchildren of
members of the Legion, S.A.L.,
the ladies auxiliary and social
members are invited to attend.
Attendees will be treated to
food, beverages and a treat bag.
There will also be a costume
contest with prizes.
Reservations are required.
Call the post home at 457-4242
for details.
Duryea
Residents are not to take recy-
clables to the recycling building.
They are to be placed curbside
for pick-up on Mondays. Yard
waste is to be placed curbside on
Thursdays.
Businesses that have not pur-
chased a recycling or refuse
sticker for 2012 will no longer
have recyclables picked up and
will be cited by the police and
subjected to a fine.
Anyone who has a private
dumpster must report their ton-
nage to Karen Szwast, recycling
coordinator, at 654-0933.
Failure of businesses to pur-
chase a refuse sticker, recycling
sticker or report tonnage is a vio-
lation of the borough ordinance.
All refuse is to be placed in
garbage bags and put in a gar-
bage can and placed curbside by
6 a.m. on Wednesdays. Loose
garbage in garbage cans will not
be taken. It is the responsibility
of the resident to purchase their
own garbage cans.
Street sweeping is conducted
the first Friday of every month.
There will be a parking ban in ef-
fect on Wyoming Avenue. Cars
will be ticketed by the police de-
partment if not moved.
WA senior parents
There will be an important
meeting on Wednesday, Oct 10 at
7:30 p.m. for the parents of the
Class of 2013 in Ms. Aritzs
classroom(Room164 next to Li-
brary in Secondary Center).
Check the website fat
www.teacherweb.com/PA/wyo-
mingarea/Klepadlo
Cosmopolitan Seniors
The Cosmopolitan Seniors, a
Project HEAD Club, will meet
again at 1p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 2
at St. Anthony Center, in Exeter.
Host/hostesses are Amy Al-
paugh, Olga Costello, Share
Dailey, Marion Kratzer and Ann
Mattei.
Forty three members and two
guests braved the wind and rain
to attend the previous meeting.
After the call to order by Presi-
dent Malinowski, VP Kleback
led the group in prayer, Pledge of
Allegiance and a patriotic song.
Secretary Terri Mislan read the
minutes of the last meeting.
Treasurer Amy Alpaugh an-
nounced the bank balance.
Frances Poluske was congratu-
lated for receiving word that she
now has eight great-grandchil-
dren. After the meeting, the
group enjoyed refreshments and
Bingo was played. Kay Haddock
won the special game prize and
Frances Stankoski won the Bin-
go jackpot. Fifty/fifty winners
were Amy Alpaugh, Charlie
Cheskiewicz, Frank Fountain.
Maryann Markowski and Bernie
Petrasek.
Travel coordinator Johanna is
accepting reservations for a trip
to Mount Airy Casino on
Wednesday, Oct.10 with pickups
in Exeter and Pittston. Non-
members are welcome. Details
can be obtained from Johanna at
655-2720.
St. Barbaras news
Monthly Confirmation Class
for high school students will be-
gin at 9:15 a.m. on Sunday, Oct.
30 in the Rectory.
In honor of St. Francis Assisi,
pets will be blessed at noon on
Sunday, Sept. 30 under the pavil-
ion. Participants are asked to
keep their pets on a leash or in a
cage.
St. Barbaras Parish Ziti Din-
ner is slated for 4 to 8 p.m. on
Saturday, Oct. 27 in the Parish
Center. Donations are being ac-
cepted for the following items:
spaghetti sauce (big cans), toma-
to puree (cans) and ziti.
David Clarke, Director of Ser-
vice Social concerns, Office of
Parish Life of the Diocese of
Scranton, will give a presenta-
tion of guidelines and an over-
view of Catholic social teaching
and practical steps in forming a
Parish Social Concerns Com-
mittee at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct.
15 in the parish center. All par-
ishioners are invited to attend the
presentation, especially those in-
terested in being involved in a
Social Concerns Committee.
Foodcollectionfor the Greater
Pittston Food Pantry will re-
sume. Collection boxes will be
placed in both churches.
Religious education classes
got off to a good start last Sun-
day. There are almost 200 stu-
dents and 22 volunteers.
Several children attended
classes without registering. All
students must be registered to at-
tend class. To do so, please stop
in the parish office during the
week or the religious education
office on Sunday morning.
There is a $16 text book charge.
Any students in ninth grade or
beyond who want to receive con-
firmation, call the church office.
Recycling, refuse sticker scofflaws will be cited
EXETER
EILEEN CIPRIANI
287-3349
ecipriani@comcast.net
have its monthly food bank from
4 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct.
4 at the Bethel United Methodist
Church, 532 Main St.
Volunteers are needed at 1:30
p.m. to help unload the truck. At-
tendees are asked to bring boxes.
Cub Pack 316 news
Cub Scout Pack 316, Avoca, is
still accepting new members.
Membership is open to boys in
grades 1-5 or ages 7-10 living in
Avoca and the surrounding area.
The next registrationsessionis at
6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 4 in St.
Spring St. For more information,
call Tara at 954-2456 or Christi-
na at 239-5682.
Crime watch meeting
The newly-organized Avoca
Crime Watch will meet at 6:30
p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 4 at the
Avoca Municipal Building, 752
Main St. Wilkes-Barre Crime
Watch Coalition President Char-
lotte Raup will be the guest
speaker at the meeting.
Borough meeting
Avoca Borough Council will
met at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday,
Oct. 11 at the Avoca Municipal
Building, 752 Main St. Council
Joseph Satkowski will preside.
Sewer bills overdue
Berkheimer Associates re-
cently sent notices to all Avoca
residents who did not pay their
2011 sewer bills. Property own-
ers are responsible for paying the
bills. Any bills not paid in full by
Dec. 31 will be turned over to
Creditech.
All accounts that are delin-
quent $70 or more for more than
one year will be placed on a wa-
ter shutoff list. Property owners
are also responsible for water
shutoff and restoration fees
which total $60.
For more information, contact
Creditech at 1-800-555-5695.
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Last Sunday, I lost a friend and
West Pittston lost a lifelong resi-
dent, Sam Agolino, Jr. He was
better known to many friends as
Aggie, or as he called himself,
Sammy Ags. He would have
been 54 years old on Oct. 10.
My association with Sammy
started in grade schoolsecond
grade to be exact and for those in
the know, that was a very long
time ago. Sammy and I played
kickball together in elementary
school, peewee football at re-
cess; we competed against each
other oi Little League, were
teammates on the high school
baseball squad and high school
classmates.
A few years ago, we commis-
erated over our cancer his, as
we know, was much more dan-
gerously serious then mine.
Dont get me wrong, all cancer is
serious, but Sammy knew there
might not be an easy way out of
his diagnosis. Even during his
brief time in remission, he and I
discussed that having cancer was
like having a noose hanging over
your head.
Sammy was a competitive guy
and he loved sports all kinds.
In particular, baseball, basket-
ball and football. As a kid, he
loved playing football on the riv-
erbank and as a kid growing up
on the other side of the avenue,
I was fortunate to make an ap-
pearance now and then to play
ball with him and his friends.
Even though Sam never went
to college, he received his degree
from the University of the
Streets. He had more common
sense and logic than anyone that
who graduated from Princeton.
If I had to choose between Sam-
my and Steven Hawkins for a de-
bate teammate, hands down, it
would be Sam. He knew the ins
and outs of life from lifes les-
sons. His real niche was politics.
He lived for it and he thrived on
it.
Playing the political game was
like a sport to him. He really got
into the wheeling and dealing
and making things happen. As
Fr. Paul McDonald eluded to at
Sammys funeral Mass this past
Wednesday, he helped a lot of
people and never made it public.
Dont get me wrong, Sam was
human and he was flawed like all
of us, but he tried so very hard to
correct himself. He did a great
job of figuring things out and
getting himself on the right
track. One way of doing so was
turning himself over to God. He
often told me he would just pray
for the right answers and that
God would show him the way.
Sammy always knew his can-
cer was going to do himin, but it
never stopped him from living
every day to the fullest. He often
praised his team of physicians
and would tell me how he would
drive everyone crazy at Dr.
Bruce Saidmans office. Dr.
Saidman really did keep him
alive all these years.
I noticed over the last 12
months or so when Sammy and I
met up, we would speak about
our childhood. Do you remem-
ber the time or Whatever
happened to he would say.
The only time I was ever angry
with him was the time he was
pitching for Pagnottis and I was
at the plate batting for the West
Side Bank. Yep, he hit me right
in the shin and I thought he did it
on purpose. I couldnt walk for
two days.
As we talked about the old
days, I wondered why he was re-
flecting so much. He never really
did that before. I wondered if he
knew something and wasnt tell-
ing me.
This much I did knowover the
last 12 months - he was tired, he
was worn and there wasnt much
left in the tank.
At Sammys funeral Mass, Fr.
McDonald spoke eloquently and
had great quips about Sam. At-
torney Michael Butera equally
shared some humorous stories.
As for me, I was able to reflect
so much about my past with Sam
during the service. I was sad, for
sure, and my heart bled and still
does for his siblings: Joe, Marie,
Sandra and Barbara. I thought of
his parents, Sam and Betty. I
thought of us playing basketball
out of rolled-up socks and the
clothesbasket at his house onLu-
zerne Avenue.
But what I thought about the
most washowhappy I was for
him that the noose over his head
was gone. He did all he could
have done. He fought the good
fight, but for him, he hadtoget to
the other side.
Hes home nowandhes free
pain and suffering. The noose is
gone.
Good-bye, my friend.
Tony Callaio
Library Friends
The next meeting of the
Friends of the West Pittston Li-
brary will be held at 12:30 p.m.
on Monday, Oct. 1 October 1 at
the library. Members are remind-
ed to bring a lunch and soft drink
if they wish. Call President Sara
Kelly at 883-7079 for more in-
formation.
The following is a tentative
schedule of the upcoming events
of the Friends Association:
Boscovs Friends Helping
Friends on Oct. 16. Charming
Charlies is again on the schedule
from6 to 8 p.m. on Oct. 28. Bon-
Ton Booklet sale is Nov. 9 and
10.
The Library Friends Christ-
mas Party will be held on Dec. 5
at Fox Hill Country Club. Reser-
vations are needed and due by
the November Friends meeting.
Barnes and Noble Christmas
wrapping and sale will be held
on Dec. 7, 8, and 9.
WA Drama meeting
The Wyoming Area Drama
Club Parents Association will
meet at 7 p.m. on Wednesday,
Oct. 3 in the Secondary Center
Library. Agenda items will in-
clude the pasta dinner, cabaret
and convention.
Library programs
Adult programs
Downloading Free E-books
From the Library - Oct. 24, Nov.
26 at 6:30 p.m.
Scratching the Surface: Chap-
ter 2: The Secrets of Home
(1800-1865), Oct. 8 from 6:30 to
7:30 p.m.; Chapter 3: History
Lives Around Us (1865-1900),
Sept. 22 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.;
Chapter 4: Buildingour Heritage
(1900-1940), Nov. 7 from6:30 to
7:30 p.m.; Chapter 5: Hidden in
the Corner (1940-1975), The Ti-
tanic and its Pennsylvania Pas-
sengers, Oct. 30 from 6:30 to
7:30 p.m.
Beginner Yoga Mondays,
10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; Tues-
days and Thursdays, 8:30 to 9:30
a.m.; Wednesdays, 9 a.m.; Fri-
days, 10:30 a.m.
Intermediate Yoga Wednes-
days - 6:30 p.m.
Prenatal Yoga classes are
available. Contact Corinne at co-
rinne@yogawithcorinne.com or
call at 407-2300 for more infor-
mation on session dates and
times
West Pittston Library Book
Club - First Tuesday of each
month, 6:45 p.m.
Basic Computer Classes: Ses-
sion 2, Thursday, Nov. 1to15 and
Nov. 29, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. $50.
New York Citys Sullivan
Street Bakery Bread Making
Class Held at the Assembly
Roomin the First United Metho-
dist Church, 408 Wyoming Ave.
Session 2: Oct. 31 from 6 to 7
p.m. and Oct. 4 from6 to 9 p.m.;
Session 3: Oct. 30 from 6 to 7
p.m. and Oct. 31from6 to 9 p.m.
Make Your Own Pasta Held
at the Assembly Room in the
First United Methodist Church,
408 Wyoming Ave., Session 2,
Oct. 10 from6 to 9 p.m.; Session
3, Nov. 7 from 6 to 9 p.m., $20.
Friends of the Library will
meet at 12:30 p.m. on Oct. 1 and
Nov. 5 at the library.
Childrens programs
Jack-o-Lantern Display - Oct.
24, any time
Halloween Bash - Oct. 28 at
6:30 p.m.
Introducing...Library Labora-
tory! (Lib Lab) - Color Coral;
Session 2, Oct. 15 at 6 p.m., Gore
and More; Session 3, Nov. 19 at 6
p.m., Sweet Treats.
Weekly Story Time - Fridays
at 1 p.m.
PNCFor Me, For You, For Lat-
er Story Time Series - Oct. 12
and Nov. 9.
Events require registration,
except for the Jack-o-Lantern.
Stop by the circulation desk or
call the library at 654-9847 to
sign up. If a cost is associated
with the program, the fee will be
required at the time of signup to
reserve your spot.
For more information about
upcoming library programs, vis-
it the librarys website at
www.wplibrary.org.
Street department
Yard waste will be picked up
from Montgomery Avenue to
Erie Street onMondays andfrom
Montgomery Avenue to Susque-
hanna Avenue on Tuesdays.
Residents are asked to place
yard waste in open containers.
No plastic bags will be picked
up.
Tree limbs should not exceed
four feet in length or 1/2-inch in
diameter and must be tied in
bundles.
Any resident requesting chip-
ping of tree limbs is asked to call
the Public Works Building at
655-7786 to be placed on a
schedule.
Tax collector
George L. Miller, tax collec-
tor, announces the Wyoming Ar-
ea school taxes have been
mailed. The rebate period is until
Oct. 3 and the face value until
Dec. 3.
The borough tax penalty peri-
od will be honored through De-
cember.
Office hours during rebate are
from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and
Wednesday.
It is the property owners re-
sponsibility to forward their tax
bills to their financial institution
for payment. If a receipt is re-
quested, please include a self ad-
dressed stamped envelope with
payment.
For appointments, call 655-
3801 or 655-7782 ext. 232.
Birthday notes
Celebrating this week: Anne
More, Liane Winsock, Jane Ar-
mitage, Sept. 30; Jenn Bone,
Oct. 4.
Thought for the week
We are never more discontent-
ed with others than when we are
discontented with ourselves.
Quote of the week
I firmly believe that any
mans finest hour, the greatest
fulfillment of all that he holds
dear, is the moment when he has
worked his heart out in a good
cause and lies exhausted on the
field of battle -victorious -
Vince Lombardi (for Sammy)
Recalling the good times with Sammy Ags
WESTPITTSTON
Tony Callaio
654-5358
tonyc150@verizon.net
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The Wyoming Recreation
Board will sponsor its fifth an-
nual Oktoberfest event from
noon to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct.
6 at Flack Field (across from
Midway Shopping Center be-
hind Kasardas). There will be
vendors, food, a beer tent, spe-
cialty baskets, childrens games,
pumpkin catapult and a ride to a
pumpkin patch.
There will be entertainment
from 4:30 to 8 p.m., including
headliner, the Jeanne Zano
Band. Interested vendors may
call Paul at 540-5055. Anyone
who would like to donate a bas-
ket or gift certificate is asked to
contact Jeanne at 905-1946.
Senior citizens
The Wyoming-West Wyom-
ing Seniors will meet at 1:30
p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 2 at St.
Monicas meeting room with
Frank Perfinski presiding. Serv-
ers are Irene Zelinski, Angie Za-
gursky and Eva Casseri. Fifty-
fifty winners were MaryAnn Pa-
luck, Howard Kelly and Helen
Ostrowski. The Bingo jackpot
winner was Marion Pocceschi.
Guest speaker is Beth Lutz from
the Dept. of Aging and her topic
will be Medicare enrollment pe-
riod, changing prescription drug
plans, information on co-payer
and Pace.
The Halloween Social will be
held on Oct. 16 with a special
menu. After the meeting there
will be refreshments and Bingo
will be played.
WA senior parents
There will be an important
meeting on Wednesday, Oct 10 at
7:30 p.m. for the parents of the
Class of 2013 in Ms. Aritzs
classroom(Room164 next to Li-
brary in Secondary Center).
WA PTO meeting
The Wyoming Area 10th
Street Elementary School PTO
will meet at 7 p.m. on Thursday,
Oct. 4 in the school cafe.
Daisy Troop 30516
Wyoming Daisy Troop 30516
for girls in kindergarten and first
grade will meet the first and
third Monday of each month at
the borough building.
The first meeting of the year
will be at 6:15 p.m. on Monday,
Oct. 1. Tosignup, call Jacki Kasa
at 693-0230.
Rotary Crab Fest
The Wyoming Rotary Crab
Fest will be held from 6 to 10
p.m. on Friday, Oct. 5 at the West
Wyoming Fire Hall, Shoemaker
Street.
The event will be limitedtothe
first 185 people who make reser-
vations. The event includes all-
you-can eat Baltimore hardshell
crabs, clam chowder, hot dogs,
beer and soda.
For reservations, call Mark
Sobeck at 760-1644 or Mike
Kelly 237-5063. Cost is $35 per
person.
Night at the Races
Members of West Wyoming
Hose Company No. 2 will hold a
Night at the Races on Saturday,
Oct. 6. Doors open at 6 p.m. and
post time is 7 p.m.
Members are currently selling
horses for $10 each. Horse own-
ers receive admission to the
races as well as free food and
drink for the evening. Horses can
also be purchased by calling the
fire department at 287-1182.
All proceeds will benefit the
fire department.
Farmers market
There will be fresh local pro-
duce this Saturday at the Farm-
ers Market inthe Park. The mar-
ket opens at 9 a.m. every Satur-
day in the Butler Street Park off
Eighth Street.
Craft and food vendors will al-
sobe onhand. Additional vendor
spaces are still available. Call the
borough office at 693-0291 to
register.
The event is sponsored by
Wyoming Borough and the
Wyoming Recreation Board.
Compost yard schedule
The West Wyoming compost
yard will be open from10 a.m. to
2 p.m. on Saturdays for residents
of West Wyoming and Wyoming
Boroughs.
The compost yard accepts
brush, branches, leaves and
grass. Residents are reminded to
take care that yard waste does
not contain plastic or recyclable
bags. The compost yard does not
accept stones or dirt.
Compost is also available free
of charge to residents of both
towns.
St. Monicas news
Dinner and a Movie Night:
Saturday, Oct. 6 after the Vigil
Mass at St. Monicas Parish at
5:30 p.m. with the movie Octo-
ber Baby sponsored by our Par-
ish and the Guardian of the Re-
deemer Catholic Mens Fellow-
ship. Participants are asked to
bring a covered dish to share. For
more information, call Father
McKernan at 693-1991 or email
at monicaww@verizon.net.
Wyoming Valley Chapter Pro-
Life Banquet: Monday, Oct. 8 at
6 p.m. Genettis in Wilkes-Barre.
Cost is $25 per person. Call 826-
1819 for more information. If in-
terested in attending or sponsor-
ing a teen from the Parish, Call
Ada Magni at 693-1388.
Lancaster Bus Trip: Saturday,
Nov.10 to Sight &Sound Theater
to see the theatrical musical Jo-
nah. Bus leaves at O.L.O.S.
parking lot at 10 a.m. and in-
cludes a shopping trip Rockvale
Outlet Mall, lunch and snack.
For information and reserva-
tions, call Brenda at 693-0920.
Northeast PA Catholic Radio
Banquet: JMJ Radio, 750 AM,
will hold the first-ever Catholic
Radio Banquet on Nov. 11 at St.
Anthony of Padua Hall, Exeter.
A special Mass will be held at 4
p.m. followed by a dinner at 5
p.m. with featured speaker Fred
Berretta, a survivor of US Air-
ways Flight 1549 which crashed
in the Hudson River in 2009.
Tickets are $25 per person. For
information and reservations,
call 654-7542.
The Music Ministry at St.
Monica under the direction of
Ninarose Lewko announces the
following music schedule:
Junior and Teen Choirs - Sun-
days from9 to 9:43 a.m., meet at
the grand piano.
Junior and Teen Orchestra -
Sundays from 8:30-9:43 a.m.,
meet at the grand piano.
Cantors and Cantor Choir -
Mondays at 7 p.m. and/or at ap-
pointed times in the choir loft.
Senior Choir and Senior Or-
chestra - Mondays at 7:30 to 9
p.m. in the choir loft.
The Music Ministry at St.
Monicas is sponsoring a concert
by the Catholic Choral Society at
3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 3 in the
church. The group will perform
Advent and Christmas music un-
der the direction of Ann Manga-
niello.
Library news
Pre-School Story Time has
been cancelled until a later date.
The Wyoming Free Library
staff thanks all those who attend-
ed the Fund Raising Party called
Mixed Bags Designs. Every-
one agreed that the party was a
success for the library and the
buyers at the event.
Halloween Extravaganza in
the Park will be held from1 to 4
p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 14. Get
your Halloween costumes ready
and prepare for some Autumn
fun.
Recreation Board Oktoberfest Saturday
WYOMINGNEWS
EILEEN CIPRIANI
287-3349
ecipriani@comcast.net
West Wyoming Tax Collector
Robert Connors reminds resi-
dents the 2012 school tax rebate
period will end on Oct. 3. The of-
fice will be open from6 to 8 p.m.
on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Alls school taxes will be collect-
ed at the face amount after this
date. For more information, call
693-0130.
Junior Council Person
West Wyoming Borough
Council seeks a borough high
school student interested in be-
coming a Junior Council Person
(JCP). The Junior Council Pro-
gram was established and fos-
tered by the Pennsylvania State
Association of Boroughs
(PSAB) and seeks to encourage
high school age borough resi-
dents to participate in the work-
ings of their local government by
becoming a Junior Council Per-
son. The borough is looking for a
student to serve a 2-year term as
a representative of the youth of
the municipality to bring forth
issues and information from
their prospective.
Candidates for the office shall
submit a written application to
Borough Council with a one-
page cover letter highlighting the
applicants interest in the posi-
tion by Nov. 1. After considering
all submissions, Borough Coun-
cil shall appoint a student at a
regularly scheduled meeting.
The Junior Council Person
shall be a resident of West
WyomingBoroughanda student
in his/her junior year of high
school. The Junior Council Per-
son shall be sworn in upon ap-
pointment and take an oath of
office. The Junior Council Per-
son shall not receive compensa-
tion.
The Junior Council Person
shall be permitted to attend all
meetings of Council and shall be
permitted to participate fully in
those proceedings, except that
he/she shall not be afforded the
right to vote and shall not be per-
mitted to attend executive ses-
sions.
Bulk itempick-up
West Wyoming Borough will
have a bulk item pick-up on
Monday, Oct. 15. The pickup is
limited to two bulk items per
household. Residents may not
put out any building materials,
ammunition, electronics, car
parts or tires or any hazardous
type waste. For items containing
Freon, the Freon must be extract-
ed and a certificate stating so
from a licensed refrigeration ex-
pert must be taped to the item.
Freon items include air condi-
tioners, refrigerators, etc.
Compost yard
The compost yardwill be open
from10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Satur-
days.
Yard waste containers should
not exceed 30 pounds. No plastic
or recyclable bags, stones or dirt
are allowed. Residents are asked
not to dumb their yard waste out-
side the fence.
School tax rebate period ends Wednesday
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The Hazleton Area Cougars
came to Charlie Trippi Stadium
bearing gifts for Homecoming
and the Patriots were happy to
open them for an early 12-0 lead
in their eventual 26-21 win.
Hazleton started the game at
its own 48 in a light rain after a
short kick off and drove to the PA
16 where they offered their first
gift by losing a fumble.
On the next play the Patriots
quarterback threw deep for Joe
Starinsky. A Hazleton defender
was in perfect position for an in-
terception, but the ball bounced
off his hands and Starinsky made
an awesome play diving and
catching the ball for a 23-yard
gain.
Three plays later the Cougars
gave the Patriots 30 yards in pe-
nalties onone playwitha pass in-
terference and an unsportsman-
like. That put the ball at the HA
30, from where Justin Wilk
broke of a 29-yard run and then a
1-yard plunge for the score. The
PAT was blocked and it was 6-0
at 4:00 of the first.
The next present was a one-
yard punt by the Cougars which
set the Patriots up at the 50. The
Patriots drove to the 10. HA in-
tercepted at the 3, but fumbled it
back, recovered by Hassan Max-
well at the 5. After a penalty Em-
mett threw a 10-yard Td pass to
Mike Chisdock who got wide
open out of a double-wides for-
mation for a 12-0 lead. The try
for two failed.
Now it was the Patriots turn to
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Defense comes up big for Homecoming
By JACK SMILES
See HOMECOMING, Page 40
Top, Pttston Areas Justin Wilk,
right, evades Hazleton Areas
Nick George. Far right, good
protection for quarterback
James Emmett. Right, Marc
Romanczuk ran hard for PA
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re-gift. Punting from their own
20, the Patriots were flagged
twice moving the ball back to the
10 and the punter to the one. The
snapwas fumbledandHAfell on
it at the one. They punched it in
and kicked the point to make it
12-7 at the half.
In the third quarter, after a kick
return by Jordan Houseman gave
PA field position at the 48, the
Patriots went with a one-back set
with Marc Romanczuk carrying
the ball and the offense and some
defenders on his back for 48 of
the 51yards, the last 15-yards for
the score. The Patriots got the 2-
pointer on a pass to Montini to
lead 19-7. They upped it to 26-7
on a 28-yard pass from Emmett
to Starinski at 1:04 on the third.
PA looked well in control, but
Hazleton made a comeback
scoring on two runs by Julius
Ward to make it 26-21.HA reco-
vered an onside kick after the
secondWardTd, anddrove tothe
PA 24, where Anthony Haught-
on intercepted a tipped pass with
41 seconds left in the game.
The Patriots showed a lot of
looks on offense rotating three
backs in Wilk, Romanczuk and
Gattuso and running an empty
back field with trips and double-
wides, but the defense was even
more of a story. SamFalcone had
a monster game at linebacker
with two sacks and Maxwell,
R.J. Gabello, R.J. Haas and Jor-
dan Houseman helped hold HA
to just 76 yards rushing and 194
total yards. The Patriots rushed
for 123 yards on 41carries, 96 by
Romanczuk and Emmet was 5-
11 passing for 80 and the two
Tds.
The win was the second con-
secutive for PAafter three losses.
Kicking continues to be a weak-
ness.
Jillian Starinsky was crowned
HomecomingQueenat halftime.
The Patriots 2-3 are at Dallas
2-3 on Saturday afternoon. Dal-
las beat Williamsport 31-7 Fri-
day.
Homecoming
Pittston Area 2012 Homecoming Queen Jillian Starinsky, left, is crowned by 2011 Homecoming Queen
Kelly Keener
The Pittston Area 2012 Homecoming Court listens to Queen Jillian Starinsky during halftime festivities. From left: Anthony Capozucca and Shelby Rinaldi, Michael Hard-
ing and Mia Hopkins, Ian Tracy and 20012 Queen Jillian Starinsky, 2011 Queen Kelly Keener and Michael Hizny, Carmella Gagliardi and Nicholas Bolka, and Kassandra Erf-
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On Wednesday on the Wyom-
ing Area course at the county
fields the WA, PA and GAR
cluster ran against Dallas, MMI
and Crestwood.
Dallas won both the boys and
girls races. The Mountaineers
took the top three spots in the
boys race. WAs Eric Filipak took
fourth and PAs Mike Havrilla
was eighth.
In the girls race Regan Rome
ran an 18:05 to take first. PAs
Catherine Lombardo and Tara
Johnson took second and third,
but Dallas took 4th through 7th.
Big day for Dallas
Dallas took the top three over-
all spots with Dominic DeLuca
finishing first in wins over host
Wyoming Area (17-47), Pittston
Area (15-48) and GAR (15-50).
Wyoming Area picked up
wins against MMI Prep (19-40)
and Crestwood (26-30). Pittston
Area defeated MMI (17-42) and
tied with Crestwood (28-28).
The Comets and Preppers
each won 15-50 against GAR.
4. Eric Filipiak (WA) 17:22; 5.
Mike Havrilla (PA)
Mountaineers pace field
Regan Rome took first place
as Dallas defeated Pittston Area
(23-35) and Wyoming Area (15-
50).
Catherine Lombardo and Tara
Johnson finished second and
third for Pittston Area in wins
against MMI Prep (15-50) and
Crestwood (18-45).
The Comets (22-36) and Prep-
pers (25-30) each scored a win
against host Wyoming Area.
1. Regan Rome (DAL) 18:05;
2. Catherine Lombardo (PA)
19:02; 3. Tara Johnson (PA)
19:20; 10. Emily Seamon (PA)
21:14.
This week
Wednesday
WA, PA, GAR cluster at Ha-
zleton, Nanticoke Hanover
C R O S S C O U N T R Y
PA girls fall to Dallas, but defeat MMI, Crestwood
Far left, Wyoming Area top finisher Eric Filipiak. Wyoming Area
top finisher in the girls race, Emily Wolfgang Pittston Area top
finisher Above right, Michael Havrilla runs to a eighth-place over-
all finish. Above left, Pittston Area second-place finisher Tara
Johnson.
BILL TARUTIS FOR THE DISPATCH
Three Greater Pittston area
girls finished in top 11 in a field
of over 200 at the PIAAFounda-
tion Cross Country Invitational
held this Saturday, September 22
inHershey. The race is runonthe
course where the State Cham-
pionships will be in November.
Marissa Durako, a Holy Re-
deemer student and WAC grad
from Laflin, was fourth with a
time of 20:05. PAs Catherine
Lombardo was seventh in 20:21
and Tara Johnson was 11th in
20:32.
Local runners excel in PIAA Invitational event
Far right, Tara Johnson and
Catherine Lombardo and right,
Marissa Durako sports medals
won the PIAA event.
DURAKO PHOTO SUBMITTED JOHNSON,
LOMBARDOPHOTO BILL TARUTIS FOR THE
DISPATCH
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Alot has been said about Nick
OBrien over the last few years
but after Fridays game in Nanti-
coke, he can now be called Mr.
4000.
OBrien finished the 44-14
victory over Nanticoke with 182
rushing yards on 21 carries
which put him over the 4,000
rushing yard mark for his high
school career. OBrien is also
less than 100 yards away from
breaking the Wyoming Area all-
time rushing record held by Jim
Pizano (1990-93), the brother of
WA assistant coach and AD Joe
Pizano.
So many great players reach
the milestone. To be able to be
amongst themis a great feeling,
said OBrien.
The game started off close as
the first quarter came to a close
with the score stuck on 0-0 but
the second quarter is where the
momentum shift happened.
Cody Schmitz lined up in the
I-formation and ran up the gut
for a 12-yard touchdown run
with 8:05 left in the half. After a
missed two-point conversion
WA led 6-0.
The Trojans didnt waste any
time getting themselves back in
the game, though. They marched
down the field on their next drive
WYO M I N G A R E A F O O T B A L L
OBrien cracks 4,000 barrier in WA win
WA senior closes in on
school rushing record
By TOMMY ROMANELLI
Dispatch correspondent
Above, Nick OBrien looks for a running lane Friday night at Nanticoke. The Warrior senior rushed for
182 yards and went over 4,000 for his career. he could break the school record set by Jim Pizano on
Saturday in Wilkes-Bare versus Holy Redeemer.
Below, teammates and friends help OBrien celebrate his 4.000 yards
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andscoredona 74yarddrive that
endedina touchdownputtingthe
score at 7-6 Trojans with 3:26
left in the half.
Wyoming Area ended up hav-
ing to punt giving Nanticoke the
ball with 1:43 left. After a good
defensive stance and a few time
outs, the Trojans had to punt.
Thats where everything went
wrong for Nanticoke.
The snap of the punt went
passed the kicker and into the
end zone which forced Nanti-
cokes punter to fall on the ball
giving WA a safety and an 8-7
lead.
After receiving the punt from
the safety, Wyoming Area got
their passing game going as they
scored with no time left in the
half on a 13-yard pass from
OBrien to Jordan Zezza, putting
WA up 14-7 at the half.
I thought we executed well on
the two-minute offense and our
kids responded well, said
Wyoming Area Head Coach
Randy Spencer.
After that Wyoming Area ex-
ploded in the second half. They
put up 31 more points on Nanti-
coke sealing the 44-14 victory.
In the third, Schmitz scored on
an 11-yard pass from OBrien
and a 76-yard run and OBrien
scored on a 35-yard run.
ZackLaNunziata put upthe fi-
nal WAscore on an 8-yard run in
the fourth.
The Warriors had 380 yards
rushing.
In addition to OBriens 182
rushing yards, Cody Schmitz al-
so had 137 rushing yards and a
pair of touchdowns. Trent Grove
and Joe Taylor recorded sacks.
The Warriors 3-2 are at Holy
Redeemer on Saturday after-
noon. Redeemer was 1-3 going
into yesterday when the played
GAR.
OBrien
Top right, Cody Schmitz also went over 100 yards rushing as did Nick OBrien above, against Nan-
ticoke. At Right Jotdan Zezza scores a touchdown on a pass reception and run.
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District 2 announced changes
to its field hockey playoffs Tues-
day and the news is good for
Wyoming Area, but not so good
for Pittston Area.
Both teams are in Class 2A,
Wyoming Area in the eight-team
2ADivision1and PAin the nine-
team 2A Division 2.
Seven of the eight 2A D-1
teams will make the eight-team
District 2 playoffs, which means
Wyoming Area needs only to
stay out of last place. In 2A D-2
only the division winner will
make the playoffs, so PA has to
win the division to make it.
After a 3-0 week, 4-0 counting
last Sundays exhibition win over
Pittston Area, the Wyoming Ar-
ea Lady Warriors are well on
their way into the playoffs.
Oh yeah, said first-year
coach Lunda Comisky, Were
doing it. Were getting in.
Last Sundays charity game, --
billed as The I Am Beautiful
Game and organized by PA se-
niors Nicole Chaiko, Meredith
Yozwiak and Alexa Danko as a
fund raiser for Eating Disorder
Awarness was an exhibition,
but it was competitive.
The starters played, Comis-
ky said, then we subbed in later
trying to get everybody in. It was
exhibition, but it was competi-
tive because it was Wyoming Ar-
ea and Pittston Area.
WA won 4-0 with Serra Deg-
nan scoring twice and Lexi
Coolbaugh and Abby Thornton,
once each
Comisky said the PA helped
launch success the next day
when WA beat Honesdale 2-1in
West Pittston. The PA game
helped. It gave them an extra
boost.
While the game was consid-
ered an upset based on record,
with Honesdale being a Division
1 team and WA having only one
win, Comisky didnt buy that.
Because of the records, they
were 4-2, it was an upset, but I
didnt think it was that big of an
upset. Were starting to click and
gel. I knew it would take some-
time with a new coach and ev-
erything.
Abby Schwerdtman scored
her first goal of the season 50
seconds into the Honesdale
game andBree Bednarski got the
game-winner in the 23rd minute.
Christina Granteed stopped six
shots in goal. Sally DeLuca and
Degnan had assists.
The Warriors went into the
week1-6andcame out 4-6byde-
feating three AAA Division 1
F I E L D H O C K E Y
Lady Warriors heat up against AAA teams
By JACK SMILES
See FIELD HOCKEY, Page 45
PA midfielder, Liz Mikitish, takes a shot on goal with Sally DeLuca and goalie Christina Granteed defending in an exhibition game.
Rivals WA and PA came together to help Eating Disorder Awarness in what was billed as the I Am Beautiful Game
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teams. TheydefeatedLackawan-
na Trail 2-1 in overtime on
Wednesday on the road. Degnan
scored both goals, the first unas-
sisted and the game-winner at
12:43 of overtime assisted by
Thornton.
On Friday they beat Hazleton
5-2 in West Pittston as Degnan
scored three times and Cool-
baugh twice, both assisted by
Degnan. DeLuca had two assists
to Degnan.
The Lady Patriots had a 1-1
week and before Saturdays
game versus Elk Lake. The LPs
beat GAR3-1onThursday. Dana
Maurizi scored twice and Emily
Herron, once assisted by Nicole
Chaiko. Herron also had an as-
sist. Lea Garibaldi stopped three
shots.
On Tuesday at home, the LPs
got down early 2-0 to Tunkhan-
nock. Then the Patriots cut the
lead in half when Dana Maurizi
tapped a nifty pass over to Liz
Mikitish, who got to the top of
the circle and let a blast go that
skipped into the goal.
We had our chances, we just
couldnt finish after that, said
PA coach Caitlin Hadzimichalis
said. But the girls responded
well after that slow start.
It was only the Patriots second
loss so at 5-2 they have a shot at
winning the division, which they
won last season.
Standings
Division 1 AA
Holy Redeemer 8-1
Crestwood 8-1
Wyoming Sem 7-1
Dallas 7-3
Lake Lehman 4-5
WA 4-6
Nanticoke 2-8
Abington Heights 1-7
Division 2
Northwest 6-1
Meyers 6-1
Tunkhannock 6-1
PA 5-2
Hanover 3-3-1
Elk Lake 2-5
Berwick 1-5-1
GAR1-6
Montrose 0-6
This week
Monday
PA at Northwest
Tuesday
WA at Abington Heights
Thursday
Wallenpaupack at WA
Friday
Hockey
Above, Serra Degnan takes the ball upfield against PAs Rachel Naylor. Degnan scored 2-goals as
the Warriors beat the Patriots 4-0.
Belwo, PA National Honor Society students, left to right, Nicole Chalko, Meredith Yozwiak, Alexa
Danko, orgainized this years benefit. It was the third annual event. Money raised went towards
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The Patriots defeated Tunk-
hannock 168-173 in their final
regular season match on Tuesday
at Fox Hill. Chris Lynch 38,
Ryan Tracy 40, Calvin OBoyle
42 and David Zydko 48 scored
for PA. Lynch was the medalist.
The win lifted PA to a tie with
Coughlin for first place in 3A
Division 1 and a berth in the
WVCteamplayoffs onThursday
at Fox Hill against Coughlin and
Valley West.
Coughlin emerged the winner
shooting 318 in 18 holes. Valley
West shot 329 and PA shot 334.
Ryan Tracy 79, Matt Carroll
79, Chris Lynch 86 and Braulio
Garcia 90 scored for PA.
On Monday at Fox Hill in the
Pre-District 3A Tournament
Pittston Areas Ryan Tracy won
his first career tournament witha
75.
Four other PA and WA golfers
qualified for the District 2 Indi-
vidual 3A Championships
Tracy, a senior, had to hold off
strong competition fromCough-
lins Shamus Gartley, besting the
Crusader senior by one shot..
Tracy started off bogeying the
first three holes, but rebounded
to shoot birdies on Nos. 10 and
14.
Holy Redeemers Mariano
Medico won the Class 2Acham-
pionship firing a 73.
PAs CalvinOBoyle alsoqual-
ified in 3A shooting 43-39-82.
WAs Zach Mulhern was fourth
and qualified shooting 40-38-78
Two Wyoming Area girls tied
for the girls pre-district title.
Courtney Melvin shot 43-43-86
and Madeline Wharton 46-40-
86.
Melvin then won the tourney
in a one-hole playoff, but both
girls qualified for the D-2 Indi-
vidual Tournament.
The Individual District Cham-
pionships are Monday, October 8
at 9 a.m. at Fox Hill. With a rain
date of Tuesday, October 9.
HI GH SCHOOL GOL F
Tracy wins 3A pre district tourney
Patriots fall in team playoff
Five qualify for D-2
By JACK SMILES
Courtney Melvin, left, and Madeline Wharton tied after 18 holes.
Melvin won a playoff and both girls qualified for the District 2
Individual Championship Tournament
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I have been spending quite a
bit of time in the woods lately
and I guess you can call this an
update.
The acorns are falling heavily
now and by the looks of things it
should be a great year. The deer
and turkeys are once again feed-
ing in the large stands of oak
trees.
Last year was a very lowacorn
crop and it was hard to find deer
feeding in the timbers. Yesterday
marked the opening day of the
six week archery season and its
good to knowthat my traditional
deer stands should work well
again this year.
My trips through the woods
havent been that successful in
the mushroom department.
I am actually having a hard
time findingpodpinkis andshee-
pheads this fall and it may some-
thing to do with the warm tem-
peratures.
I was taught that they pop up
better after a good frost. Only
time will tell. I will be keeping
my eyes on the ground as I make
my way to my archery deer
stands.
The youth hunting seasons
kick off next Saturday with a
pheasant and squirrel season.
This also includes a mentored
squirrel hunt for children under
12.
The Mentored Youth Hunting
Programdates back to 2006. The
Pennsylvania game Commission
has beenseeinga steadyincrease
in the number of MYHP permits
issued.
The Game Commission be-
lieves that hunting is deeply
woven into the cultural fabric
that defines Pennsylvania, and it
is important that we recruit new
hunters to carry on this tradition.
The mission of the Mentored
Youth Hunting Program is sim-
ple and clear.
It is designedtocreate expand-
ed youth hunting opportunities
without compromising safety
afield. In 2009, the first year a
permit was required to participa-
te in the MYHP, the agency is-
sued28,542permits. In2010, the
agency issued 30,790; and, in
2011, the number of permits is-
sued increased to 33,514.
Under the program, a mentor
is defined as a properly licensed
individual at least 21 years of
age, who will serve as a guide to
a youthwhile engagedinhunting
or related activities, such as
scouting, learning firearms or
hunter safety and wildlife identi-
fication.
Amentored youth is identified
as an unlicensed individual less
than 12 years of age who is ac-
companied by a mentor while
engaged in hunting or related ac-
tivities.
Mentored youth can participa-
te during any established season
for woodchucks (groundhogs),
squirrels, fall turkey, spring gob-
bler, coyotes and antlered and
antlerless deer. In addition to be-
ing able to participate during the
general seasons for the listed
species, mentored youth also
may hunt during the junior-only
squirrel season (Oct. 6-12) and
junior-only spring gobbler day
(April 20).
For antlered deer, the men-
tored youth must use legal sport-
ing arms for that season; for ex-
ample, a bow or crossbow must
be used during archery antlered
deer season.
Also, those youths participa-
ting in the MYHP are permitted
to follow the same antler restric-
tions as a junior license holder,
which is one antler of three or
more inches in length or one an-
tler with at least two points.
In order to harvest an antler-
less deer, an adult mentor must
be willing to transfer a valid an-
tlerless license issued to him or
her to an eligible mentored youth
upon the harvest of an antlerless
deer, and a mentored youth may
only receive one antlerless deer
license each license year. The
antlerless deer license trans-
ferred to the mentored youth
must be for the Wildlife Man-
agement Unit in which the adult
mentor and youth are hunting.
The harvest of the antlerless
deer is to be reported by the adult
mentor within10days of harvest,
and a box is to be checked taken
by mentored youth.
The fall turkey season is de-
signed in the same way. In order
to harvest a fall turkey, an adult
mentor must be willing to trans-
fer a valid fall turkey tag that is
issued as part of the adults gen-
eral hunting license to an eligible
mentored youth upon the harvest
of a fall turkey.
A mentored youth may only
receive one fall turkey tag each
license year.
The harvest of the fall turkeyis
to be reported by the adult men-
tor within10 days of harvest, and
a box is to be checked taken by
mentored youth.
The regulations require that
the mentor-to-mentored youth
ratio be one-to-one, and that the
pair possess only one sporting
arm when hunting.
While moving, the sporting
arm must be carried by the men-
tor. When the pair reaches a sta-
tionary hunting location, the
mentor may turn over possession
of the sporting arm to the youth,
but must keep the youth within
arms length at all times while
the youth is in possession of the
sporting arm.
The programalso requires that
both the mentor and the youth
must abide by fluorescent or-
ange regulations for the season
they are participating in, and that
the mentored youth must tag and
report any deer or turkey taken.
As part of the MYHP permit,
youth will be provided the neces-
sary harvest tags for antlered
deer and spring gobbler, but
must use the adult mentors an-
tlerless deer and/or fall turkey
harvest tags.
To continue hunting once a
youth reaches the age of 12, they
will need to and pass a basic
Hunter-Trapper Education
course and purchase either a ju-
nior hunting license or a junior
combination license.
For a listing of HTE courses,
visit the Game Commissions
website (www.pgc.state.pa.us)
and put your cursor over Educa-
tion inthe menubar at the topof
the page, then put your cursor
over Hunter Education in the
drop-down menu listing and
click on Hunter Education
Class Calendar.
This might be a lot to take in
but I felt it important enough to
emphasize.
The key is to get out and spend
some time in the field with a
child.
They may become your life
long hunting partner. Good Luck
if youre heading out and be safe.
Pennsylvania Outdoor Life
Tonight at 6:30 well take you
to Lycoming County to check
out the Pennsylvania Game
Commissions pheasant farm.
Have a great day.
Its time to get into the woods
OUTDOORS WITH JAKE
by Don Jacobs
Bob Lumley, left, of West Pitt-
ston, and Stephen Mizenko, of
Falls, became the overall season
champs of Dowses Suds and
Grub 2012 Golf League held at
Emanon Country Club with a re-
cord of 34-9. Abanquet was held
at Dowses on Exeter Avenue in
West Pittston.
Lumley,
Mizenko
season
champs
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Pittston Area and Wyoming
Area both won games on Friday
in Wyoming Valley Conference
girls soccer. PA defeated Tunk-
hannock at Tunkhannock 2-1,
with Allie Barber getting both
goals. She was assisted by Olivia
Giambra to put PA up 1-0 at
26:20 of the first. Barber kicked
in the winner unassisted at 11:54
of the first. Jordan Cumbo stop-
ped 5 shots for PA.
At Tenth Street Friday Wyom-
ing Area beat Crestwood 5-2.
The LWs got out to an early 3-0
lead benefiting from and own
goals and then two unassisted
scores by Valerie Bott just a min-
ute apart. SamAcacioscoredun-
assisted and 43rd minute and
Bott assisted Daniela Vigueras
for the fifth goal.
Shots on goal were 15 -11 for
WA. Jordan Chiavacci had nine
saves.
On Monday in Wilkes-Barre
Coughlin gave PA their third
loss, 4-1. Samantha Mayers
scored for Pittston Area.
On Tuesday Wyoming Area
defeated Meyers in Wilkes-
Barre. Sam Acacio scored two
goals and Mia Custer scored the
game-winner. Liz Jones assisted
on Acacios second goal.
Tomorrow night, Monday,
Pittston Area plays at Wyoming
Area at the football stadium at 7
p.m. Its senior night for Wyom-
ing Area and donations will be
accepted at the gate for a Coach-
es vs Cancer initiative and there
will be a 50/50 raffle.
Coaches Nicole Tieso, PA,
Mike Sokolas, WA, have teamed
up to host the initiative. Dona-
tions will be submitted to the
American Cancer Society.
The pre-game festivities will
include a moment of silence in
memory of cancer patients all
across the globe. Also, the teams
will participate in a small cere-
mony in order to show solidarity
and support for PA as the school
struggles to recover from the re-
cent tragic events.
Standings
Berwick 9-0
Coughlin 8-1-2
Dallas 8-1
PA 8-3
Lake Lehman 7-3
Holy Redeemer 6-2-1
Valley west 6-3
WA 6-3
Tunkhannock 4-6-1
Hazleton 3-5
Hanover 3-7
Wyoming Sem 3-7
Crestwood 1-5-2
Nanticoke 0-7
Meyers 0-10
MMI 0-10
This week
Monday
PA at WA 7 p.m.
Thursday
Lake Lehman at WA
Friday
Hazleton at PA
GI RL S SOCCER
Warriors win two; Patriots split a pair
TONY CALLAIO/FOR THE SUNDAY DISPATCH
WA goalie,
Jordan
Chiavacci,
saves a
shot in the
first half.
She shut
out the
Comets in
the first
half.
At right,
No.30 Lizz
Jones drib-
bles past
the Comets
Jenny Tori-
bio
By JACK SMILES
Pittston. WP won the A game
44-0, Back Mountain won the B
game 8-0, C 32-12 and D 28-12.
In the Wyoming Valley Con-
ference the Pittston Junior Patri-
ots were swept in A, B, and C
games by South Wilkes-Barre.
Today
Valley West Conference
Last Sunday in Junior Football
Wyoming/West Wyoming/Exe-
ter won two of three games from
Duryea in the Wyoming Valley
West Conference. WWWE won
the B and C games both by 12-0.
Duryea won the D game 28-26.
Also in the Valley West Con-
ference Back Mountain won
three of four games from West
WWWE at Back Mountain
Dallas at West Pittston
Duryea at Swoyersville
Valley Conference
Pittston at Nanticoke
JUNI OR FOOTBAL L
WWWE takes 2 of 3 from Duryea
PHOTO COURTESY OF DAVE SIGMAN
Rams D Team
player Keeven
(spelled correct-
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led in their game
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The inaugural Yatesville
Fall Classic was a great suc-
cess. Thirteen teams were
entered from Luzerne and
Lackawanna Counties and
Easton and NewJersey.
The teamfromthe Anelli
Bocce Club of Jessup cap-
turedthetitleafter overcom-
ing an early loss to Dyllers
Kyllers to emerge from the
losers bracket. They were
then paired against the Ya-
tesville 4 who had won the
winners bracket.
The Anellis won the first
match 16-2 to force a title
gamewhichwent tothewire
with the club from Jessup
edging the local team16-13.
The Yatesville bocce league
hostedthetournament at the
Yatesville park and is grate-
ful totheboroughfor allow-
ing such a tournament to
take place.
Two local teams finished
in the top three. The Yates-
ville 4, comprised of Doc,
Ralph and Jon Campanella
and Paul "Lefty" Santarelli,
finished second. Dyllers
Kyllers finished third. The
Kyllers are Erald Biondi,
Bob Barbacci, Pat Chiu-
mento and Barry Dyller.
The league would like to
thank, inadditiontotheBor-
oughof Yatesville, themany
sponsors that made the day
the success it was.
Thesponsors were: Anel-
li Enterprsises LLC., Atlas
Realty, Cuzs Bar & Grill,
Barber Ford, Baloga Funer-
al Home, Bassler Equip-
ment, Blandina Apart-
ments, Capozucca Plumb-
ing, Heating& Air Cond.,
Dyller Law Firm, Greater
Pittston Fuel Service, Guy
Ds Lawn Service, I.M.G.,
JetSurge Power Cleaning &
Windows, Johns Auto
Body, Joseph R.Alicene Jr.
C.P.A., KWIK N EZ Mar-
ket, Liberty Tax Service,
Lispi Towing, Leo Sperraz-
za/Allstate, Albert B.Me-
lone Co., Peter J. Adonizio
Funeral Home, Pisano
Fence Co., TAMMAC and
Valley Power Equipment.
Kudos also go out to the
men who organized and ran
thetournament namelyGuy
DePascaleJr., JoeZambetti,
Phil Bosha andGuyDePas-
cale Sr. Thanks also to Son-
ny Bonomo, Jim Blandina
and Doc Campanella.
In league play news the
second half playoffs contin-
uedwithKWIKNEZMar-
ket edging Atlas Realty 12-
11, CuzsBar&Grill beating
KWIK N EZ Market 12-8
and Bassler Equipment
winning two straight over
Cuzs Bar & Grill 12-8 and
12-5 totake the second half.
The Bassler Equipment
team of Doc Campanella,
Ed Seprish, Joe Chiumento
and Mark Millington will
take on Blandina Apart-
ments next week for the
league title.
The championship will
be the best of five matches.
BOCCE BAL L
Anelli Club cops inaugural Yatesville Classic
The deeply concentrating Anthony Astolfi,
Scranton, delivers his roll froma kneeling
Joe Zambetti, Sr. sporting the tournament's t-shirt complete
with sponsors, oversees the tournament's activities.
Jimmy Blandina, right, has a few words with Phil
Bosha as Phil checks over the draw.
TTONY CALLAIO FOR THE DISPATCH
Nothing says bocce like sausage and peppers. Walt Kosak has his hands full with a grill covered in peppers.
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beatingGARinWilkes-Barre on
Monday and MMI in Hazleton
on Wednesday.
With the wins the Warriors are
4-6-1 in Division 3 and in third
place
Pittston Area played only one
game last week losing to Tunk-
hannock 5-0 on Thursday. The
Patriots game scheduled for
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The Patriots are 2-5-1 in Divi-
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WA 2, MMI 1
The Warriors scored both their
goals in the first half. Mike Mur-
phy scored what wound up being
the game-winner assisted by
Zack Sypniewski late in the half
First half: 1. WA, Charlie
Johnson (Brian Buckman)
15:35; 2. WA, Mike Murphy
(Zack Sypniewski) 1:52
Second half: 1. MMI,Noah-
Beltrami (Casey Olszewski)
1:50
Shots: WA15, MMI 11; Saves:
WA 10 (Aaron Carter), MMI 13
(Terrance Jankauskas); Corners:
WA 4, MMI 5.
Wyoming Area 4, GAR 0
Brian Wisowaty scored twice
in Wyoming Areas four goal
second half as the Warriors
notcheda winonthe roadagainst
GAR.
First half: 1. No Scoring
Second half: 1. WABrian Wi-
sowaty 50th minute; 2. WA Zac
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Wisowaty (Mike Harding) 68th
minute; 4. WA Brian Pawloski
(Leo Skoronski)
Shots: WA15, GAR6; Saves:
WA 7 (Aaron Carter), GAR 11
(Jesus Tlatenchi, Tony Tlaten-
chi)
This week
Monday
Berwick at Wyoming Area
Wednesday
Pittston Area at Hanover
MMI at Wyoming Area
Friday
PA at Meyers
Tunkhannock at WA
B OY S S O C C E R
Warriors defeat GAR, MMI for 2-0 week
Pittston Area got in only one
match this week losing in
straight sets to Delaware at Mil-
ton on Monday. For Jackelyn Ra-
bender had 11 digs and Tiffany
Smith6digs, 4service points and
2 kills. PA matches scheduled
against GAR home and at North
Pocono were postponed and res-
cheduled. The GAR match will
be October 24. The North Poco-
no match is Wednesday.
WyomingArea alsowent upto
Del Val this week on Friday and
lost 3-0. Del Val
On Wednesday at home the
LWs lost a tough match to Lake
Lehman 3-1. The Warriors took
the first set 25-22, but the lost
28-26, 25-13 and 26-24. Audrey
Heidacavage had 21assists and 5
points; Gabby Bohan had 6 kills
and Samantha Acacio 7 kills and
6 points. WA is 3-5. PA is 0-8.
This week
Monday
GAR at WA
Tuesday
Berwick at PA
Wednesday
PA at North Pocono
Thursday
WA at North Pocono
PA at MMI
G I R L S V O L L E Y B A L L
Warriors lose tough one in four sets to Lake Lehman
Ted Matthews and Bob Keen
bothbirdiedthe final hole tohelp
OConnor Plumbing come back
from being four strokes down to
a 3-shot victory in the Thursday
Emanon Golf League.
Matthews led the winners with
a one-under par 33 while Jerry
Gavin had 39 to lead the A team
to a 6-stroke win over Bryan
Construction team of Tom
BryanSr. andTomBryanJr. who
both posted 42s.
Mike Fiscus Sr. lead the B
teamof Bryans witha 41andGa-
ry Rosencrans had 45 to top the
team of John OConnor, 42, and
Bob Keen, 43, by 3 strokes.
OConnors victory makes it
their thirdtitle infour years inthe
Emanon Golf League. Team
members are Jerry Gavin, Bob
Keen, John OConnor, Jack
Mayer, Ted Matthews, TomKer-
rigan, Sean Kerrigan and Bob
Lampman.
The League Tournament is to-
day, Sunday September 30 at
10:30 a.m.
E M A N O N G O L F
Mathews leads OConnors to Thursday championship
On Monday the Wyoming Ar-
ea girls varsity soccer team will
be hosting Pittston Area in a
WVC regular season game at
Jake Sobeski Stadium. The
game is scheduled to start at 7
p.m. with pre-game festivities
starting at 6:40. This game will
also serve as Senior Night for
Wyoming Area
Pittston Area Head Coach Ni-
cole Tieso and Wyoming Area
Head Coach Mike Sokolas have
teamed up to host the coaches vs
cancer initiative at the game.
Money donated at the gate and
raised in a 50/50 drawing will go
to the American Cancer Society.
Pre-game festivities will include
a moment of silence in memory
of cancer patients all across the
globe. Also, the teams will par-
ticipate in a small ceremony in
order to showsolidarity and sup-
port for the PA.
PA Cheerleading Booster
The PA Cheerleading Booster
Club will meet on Tuesday, Oc-
tober 2 at 7 p.m. at Savos. All
parents of JV and Varsity cheer-
leaders are urged to attend. Im-
portant topics will be discussed.
Red Devils meeting
The Pittston Red Devils will
meet Tuesday, October 2 at Dr.
Ruggerios home in West Pitt-
ston. Fall and winter events, in-
cluding the Christmas party, will
be on the agenda.
Wyoming Area Girls
Basketball
The Wyoming Area Girls Bas-
ketball Parent Association will
be having their first monthly
meeting for the 2012-2013 sea-
son on Tuesday, October 9, 7
p.m. at Bo Brothers Restaurant
in Wyoming. All parents of girls
playing basketball in grades 7th
thru 12th are encouraged to at-
tend. Hope to see you there.
WA field hockey news
Field Hockey Senior Night is
October 4. After the JV game at
6, senior recognition will be at
6:45 followed by varsity game at
7 p.m. October 11 is the Field
Hockey Breast Cancer Aware-
ness Game vs Coughlin. The
game at 4:15 at Wyoming Area
Field. There will also be a basket
raffle andbake sale. All proceeds
will be donated to the American
Cancer society and Susan Ko-
men for the Cure.
S P O R T S B R I E F S
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OBITUARIES
Matthew M. Montagna, 16, of Jenkins
Township, passed away Friday evening,
September 21, 2012, at home.
Born in Plains Township on October 11,
1995, he was a son of Christopher and
Diane Sompel Montagna of Jenkins Town-
ship.
He was a junior at Pittston Area High
School. He was a member of St. Joseph
Marello Parish, Pittston.
Matthew loved drawing and had a deep
admiration for nature and the outdoors. He
loved all animals, especially birds, cats and
insects.
He enjoyed spending time with his fam-
ily and pets Trixie and Fluffy. He loved tak-
ingboat trips withhis father toEagle Island
on the river and hiking up to Campbells
Ledge to enjoy the view.
Matthew loved all food, especially left-
over cookie dough.
For three years, he proudly played foot-
ball for the Pittston Panthers.
He also had a real concern for the under-
privileged and suppressed people of the
world, and often wanted to make people
aware of their problems. Matt was a very
compassionate young
man.
He was preceded in
death by paternal grand-
mother, Anna Montagna;
paternal grandfather, Do-
minick Montagna; and
his pet cat, The Prez.
Surviving, in addition to his parents, are
brothers, Christopher Jr., twin brother Ni-
cholas, at home; maternal grandmother,
Louise Sompel, Jenkins Township; mater-
nal grandfather, Robert Sompel, FortyFort;
several aunts, uncles and cousins.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held
Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012, in St. Joseph Ma-
rello Parish, 237 WilliamSt., Pittston, with
the Rev. Paul A. McDonnell, OSJ officiat-
ing.
Due to Matts love of all animals, memo-
rial donations may be made to the Blue
Chip No Kill Animal Shelter, Dallas, or to
the Luzerne County SPCA.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Peter
J. AdonizioFuneral Home, 251WilliamSt.,
Pittston. Online condolences may be made
at www.peterjadoniziofuneralhome.com.
Matthew M. Montagna
September 21, 2012
Mrs. Doris Ann (Cookie) Carey, 80, of
Duryea, passed away peacefully into Gods
arms on Sunday, September 23, 2012, with
her family at her side.
Born in Duryea on January13, 1932. She
was the daughter of the late Thaddeus and
Mary Romanecz Dobrowolski. She was a
graduate of Duryea High School.
She was a member of Nativity of Our
Lord Parish, Duryea.
She was a loving wife, mother, grand-
mother, great-grandmother and sister. She
was everything to her husband as they rare-
ly left each others side.
She was an exceptional mother who
loved her children dearly and cherished her
grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She was known for her fabulous cooking
and even more amazing baking. She loved
life and enjoyed being constantly on the go.
She especially loved going for breakfast
dailywithher husbandandonSundays with
their good friends Joe and Mary Jo. Doris
was always smiling despite the many obsta-
cles she had to endure.
She will be missed dearly by all who
knew her.
She and her husband James celebrated
their 59th wedding anniversary this past
May 23.
Also surviving are son Wayne Carey of
New Jersey; daughter,
Linda Patterson and her
husband David of Hugh-
estown; daughter Phylis
Hubert and her husband
Thomas of Massachu-
setts; daughter Mary
Nunes and her companion Michael Puci-
lowski of Old Forge; daughter Diane Bow-
master and her husband Michael of Harris-
burg; son Jamie Carey of Kingston; 14
grandchildren; five great-grandchildren;
brother Thaddeus Dobrowolski and his
wife Neva of NewYork; brother Edwin Do-
browolski and his wife Pat of Dallas; sister,
Jean Dobrowolski of Duryea; sister Pearl
Donley of Forty Fort; sister Louise Szewc-
zyk of Duryea, who was always there for
her sister, providing meals especially dur-
ing the last five months, nieces and neph-
ews.
Funeral was held Thursday, Sept. 27,
2012, from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral
Home Inc., 204 Main Street, Duryea, with
the Mass of Christian Burial in Sacred
Heart of Jesus Church, Duryea, with the
Rev. Andrew Sinnott officiating. Interment
was in St. Johns Cemetery, Duryea. The
familywouldlike tothankthe manydoctors
and nurses for the excellent care that was
given to Doris.
Doris Ann Carey
September 23, 2012
Dennis F. Tilley, 59, of Atlantic Ave-
nue, Edwardsville, passed away on Sun-
day morning, September 23, 2012, at
Commonwealth Hospice, Wilkes-
Barre, surrounded by his family.
He was the son of Clinton and Mary
Ann Tauber Tilley of Exeter. He attend-
ed Wyoming Area High School and
served in the U.S. Navy.
Dennis had resided in Edwardsville
for most of his life. He was employed as
a maintenance superintendent at Daniel
Flood Towers Building, Kingston.
Dennis favorite pastime was driving
his family crazy. He was a practical jok-
er, a troublemaker and a comedian.
Those who knew him were lucky; and
those who did not missed out on a great
man. He was loyal and loving toward his
family and friends. He enjoyed socializ-
ingwithjust about everyone. Dennis did
not join the party; he was the party.
He enjoyed family vacations to Key
West, North Carolina, Maryland and
Punta Cana, but his favorite "escape"
was The River, where he gathered
with family and friends often. He loved
taking his pets, Roxy and Sarge, along
to the river.
Dennis was known by many nick-
names, Big Daddy,
Uncle Buck, and most
importantly, Pop.
Keep in mind that dur-
ing this time hed pre-
fer laughter instead of
tears. One of his most
famous sayings was Keep Smiling
But his most famous was Whats for
Dinner?
Surviving, besides his parents, are his
wife of 38 years, Tina Pacovsky Tilley;
daughters, Michelle Michak, and her
husband, Gary, Kingston, and Sarah Til-
ley, Edwardsville; brother, Gary Tilley,
Exeter; grandchildren, Madison and
Christian.
Private service was held from the
Hugh B. Hughes & Son, Inc., Funeral
Home, 1044 Wyoming Avenue, Forty
Fort.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contribu-
tions, can be made to Commonwealth
Hospice.
Dennis received compassionate care
from medical professionals he consid-
ered to be friends, most notably Dr.
James Galasso and Kate Arensmeyer,
NP. The family is grateful for their help
at this time.
Dennis F. Tilley
September 23, 2012
Thomas C. Whitecavage, 83, a resi-
dent of Swoyersville, passed away on
Thursday morning, September 20,
2012, at the Highland Manor Nursing
and Rehabilitation Center, Exeter,
where he had recently been a guest.
His lovingwife is DorothyJ. (Watson)
Jevin Whitecavage. Thomas and Do-
rothy would have celebrated their 40th
wedding anniversary on December 16.
Born on May 28, 1929 in Forest City,
Thomas was the son of the late Charles
and Mary (Tachic) Whitecavage.
Thomas was raised in Wilkes-Barre
and was a graduate of James M. Cough-
lin High School, Class of 1948.
A United States Air Force veteran,
Thomas honorably served his country
during the Korean War.
For 25 years, Thomas was employed
by B.F. Goodrich Company, formerly of
Exeter. He later worked in the mainte-
nance department of Misercordia Uni-
versity, Dallas, from where he retired.
In addition to his wife, Dorothy, Tho-
mas is survivedbyhis stepchildren, Bar-
bara Krupsha and her husband George,
of West Pittston; John Jevin and his wife
Sue, of Franklin, Tennessee; Robert Je-
vin and his wife Phyllis, of Orlando,
Florida; and Michael Jevin, of Wil-
mington, Delaware; his sister, Elizabeth
Auszura, of Connecticut; his numerous
grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Aprivate family funeral was held on
Monday morning, September 24, 2012,
at the Wroblewski Funeral Home, Inc.,
1442WyomingAvenue, FortyFort, with
Deacon George Mochin, Jr., of Saint El-
izabeth Ann Seton Roman Catholic Par-
ish, Swoyersville, officiating.
Interment followedinMountainView
Burial Park, Harding, where Military
Honors were accorded by the United
States Air Force.
For additional information or to send
the family an online message of condo-
lence, you may visit the funeral home
web-site www.wroblewskifuneral-
home.com.
Memorial contributions may be made
in Thomas memory to Hospice Com-
munity Care, 601 Wyoming Avenue,
Kingston, PA18704.
Thomas C. Whitecavage
September 20, 2012
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MARK KIESINGER,
FUNERAL DIRECTOR and SUPERVISOR
OBITUARIES
Letitia Pupa, 87, of Pittston
Township, passed away Thurs-
day, September 27, 2012, in Wes-
ley Village, Jenkins Township.
Letitia was born in Peckville,
Pa., a daughter of the late Alber-
to and Rosa Vergari Cicilioni,
from Perugia, Italy.
At the age of 7, Letitias father
became gravely ill due to an ac-
cident in the local coal mines.
The family returned to Italy, as
their fathers wish was to see his
homeland once again. During
their visit, Mussolini reigned as
dictator and World War II broke
out soon thereafter. Letitia and
her family were stranded in Italy,
which created a severe hardship
for the family as all staples of life
were severely rationed or impos-
sible to find. The children were
forced to hide their American ci-
tizenships during the subsequent
German occupation for fear of
persecution.
When it became unbearably
dangerous to live in the city of
Perugia, the family moved to
Gubbio, a medieval town that is
500 years older than Rome,
where they joined their grand-
parents and other family. Neigh-
boring towns and the outskirts of
Gubbio were bombed before be-
ing liberated by British and
American forces. Letitia was
then employed as a civilian inter-
preter and secretary for the Brit-
ish army.
At the age of 20, with her
country in ruins and with her fa-
ther and sister
Ada having
passed away,
Letitia, carry-
ing $25 and
one suitcase,
moved back to
America. She was met at New
York Harbor by her Aunt Maria
and Uncle Louis Vergari and be-
came repatriated. She lived with
them and their six sons in Plains
Township.
Having received a degree in
Italy, Letitia obtained a job as a
sales clerk at Pomeroys Depart-
ment Store, where she quickly
became a buyer. She attended
night school at what is now
Wilkes University.
In1950 she met the love of her
life, Joseph J. Pupa Jr., and they
were married soon afterwards.
She worked as a secretary at var-
ious local businesses, including
the Miners Saving Bank in Pitt-
ston. She became the corporate
secretary and co-owner of Inter-
state Building Materials in Pitt-
ston, until her death.
She was a beloved wife, moth-
er, grandmother and great-
grandmother and will be greatly
missed.
She was preceded in death by
her parents; sister Ada Sforza;
brother Frederico Cicilioni; and
her most beloved husband, Jo-
seph, of almost 60 years.
She is survived by daughters,
Joyce M. Hoban and her hus-
band, Robert J., Franklin Town-
ship; Lita Insalaco and her hus-
band, Leonard, Jenkins Town-
ship; son, Joseph III, and his
wife, Marla Roskos Pupa, Jen-
kins Township; eight grandchil-
dren, Alicia M. Roback, Daniel
David Son, Michael Angelo
Son, Patrick Joseph Son, Dean-
na Barone, Maria Insalaco,
Christina Insalaco, Gina Insala-
co; six great-granddaughters,
Olivia and Isabella Roback; Ta-
tiana, Alana and Dominica Bar-
one; Sadie Son; sisters, Elide
Gasparri, Gubbio, Italy; Lina
Gualandi, Salerno, Italy; numer-
ous nieces, nephews and cou-
sins.
Funeral services will be at 9
a.m. on Monday, Oct. 1, 2012,
from the Peter J. Adonizio Fu-
neral Home, 251 William St.,
Pittston, with a Mass of Chris-
tian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Jo-
seph Marello Parish, 237 Wil-
liam St., Pittston. Friends may
call today, Sept. 30, 2012, from5
until 8 p.m. in the funeral home.
Interment in the family mauso-
leum in Denison Cemetery will
be at the convenience of the fam-
ily.
The family requests that, in
lieu of flowers, memorial dona-
tions are made to St. Joseph Ma-
rello Parish, 237 William St,
Pittston, PA18640, or to The Ob-
lates of St. Joseph, Hwy 315,
Pittston, PA 18640. Online con-
dolences may be made at
www.peterjadoniziofuneral-
home.com.
Letitia Pupa
September 27, 2012
Barbara Ann Wasko, 86, of
Smith Street, Dupont, passed
awaySaturday, September1, 2012
at Golden Living, East Mountain,
Plains Township.
Born in Dupont on September
25, 1925, she was a daughter of
the late John and Mary (Marcin)
Wasko. She was a member of Sa-
cred Heart of Jesus Church, Du-
pont.
Prior to retiring, she was em-
ployed in the insurance industry.
In addition to her parents, she
was preceded in death by her sis-
ters, Mary, Ann, Helen, Margaret;
and her brother, John (Chubby).
Barbara is
survived by her
nieces, Rosem-
ary Azzollini
Orlando, N.Y.,
and her chil-
dren, Salvatore
andLisa; AnnVenskus Gilmanof
Santa Barbara, Calif.; Joseph and
Patricia Azzollini of Houston,
Texas, and their children, Anne
Marie; Joseph and his wife, Lin-
da, and son, Dominick; sister-in-
law, Feema Wasko, Dupont, and
her children and grandchildren;
cousins Sister Suzanne Duzen,
Joanne Duzen Dahms and her
children, Regina Jean Wojnak.
A Memorial Mass was held
Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012, in Sa-
cred Heart of Jesus Church, Du-
pont. TheRev. JosephVerespyof-
ficiated. Interment was in St.
John the Baptist Cemetery, Exe-
ter. Arrangements have been en-
trusted to Kniffen OMalley Fu-
neral Home Inc., 728 Main St.,
Avoca.
Inlieuof flowers, memorial do-
nations may be made to St. Jude
Childrens Research Hospital,
501St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN
38105. Send condolences
atwww.BestLifeTributes.com.
Barbara Ann Wasko
September 1, 2012
Virginia M. McKinney, 81,
formerly of Wilkes-Barre,
passed away Saturday, Septem-
ber 22, 2012, in the Highland
Manor Nursing and Convales-
cent Center, Exeter.
She was borninBinghamton,
N.Y., on October 22, 1930.
For many years she was em-
ployed at the Chalfont-Haddon
Hall, nowknown as the Resorts
in Atlantic City. She attended
the NewLife Apostolic Church
of West Pittston.
Funeral
services were
held Monday,
Sept. 24,
2012, in the
Metcalfe-
Shaver-Kopc-
za Funeral Home Inc, 504
WyomingAve., Wyoming, with
the Rev. Philip Webb of the
New Life Apostolic Church of
West Pittston officiating . Inter-
ment was in the Maple Hill
Cemetery, Hanover Township.
Virginia M. McKinney
September 22, 2012
Ann S. (Latona) Fiume of
Pittston passed away on Sep-
tember 29, 2012 at Geisinger
Wyoming Valley Hospital.
Ann is preceded in death by
her parents Vincent and Marie
Estelle (Terrano) Latona. Also
preceding her in death are her
husband, Anthony Fiume; two
sons, Michael and Jimmy; six
brothers: Jimmy, Louie, Marty,
Sam, Peter and Carmen; four
sisters, Grace, Mary, Brigette
and Fran. Surviving are numer-
ous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be
Tuesday October 2, 2012 at
12:30 p.m. from the Graziano
Funeral Home Inc., Pittston
Township,
witha Mass of
Christian
Burial at 1
p.m. at St. Jo-
seph Marello
Parish (Our
Lady of Mt. Carmel Church)
Pittston. Interment will follow
in St. Roccos R.C. Cemetery,
Pittston Township.
Friends and family may call
from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
on Tuesday, Oct. 2, at the funer-
al home.
For directions to our funeral
home or to submit online con-
dolences, please visitwww-
.GrazianoFuneralHome.com.
Ann S. (Latona) Fiume
September 29, 2012
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tered into Gods arms prema-
turely and greeted by a host
of Angels who include her
maternal grandparents, John
and Jane Reap, and paternal
grandfather, Frank Graziano.
She passed away Monday,
September 24, 2012, at Geis-
inger Hospital, Danville.
She was born and raised in
Avoca on July 20, 1997,
daughter of Fred and Jennifer
(Reap) Baker.
Jamie was an active mem-
ber of St. Johns Primitive
Methodist Church, Avoca. She
was a sophomore at Pittston
Area High School.
Jamie loved life and her
family, she
excelled in
school and
was a mem-
ber of the
Pittston Area
High School
Cheerleading Team and often
attended the Pocono Mt. Bible
Camp. She will be deeply
missed by her family and
friends.
In addition to her parents,
she is survived by her sister,
Jessica Baker, Avoca; her pat-
ernal grandmother, Catherine
Graziano; several aunts, un-
cles and cousins.
Funeral services were held
Friday, Sept. 28, 2012, at St.
Johns Primitive Methodist
Church, 316 Main St., Avoca,
with the Rev. Richard Rock
officiating. Interment will be
held at the Langcliffe Ceme-
tery, Avoca.
Arrangements were by
Kiesinger Funeral Services
Inc., 255 McAlpine St., Du-
ryea.
In lieu of flowers, memorial
contributions may be made to
St. Johns PM Church, 316
Main St., Avoca, PA 18641, or
to the Pocono Mt. Bible
Camp, 191 Clifton Beach
Road, Clifton Township, PA
18424. Online condolences
may be made to www.kie-
singerfuneralservices.com.
Jamie Ann Baker
September 24, 2012
Helen G. Pesta, 89, of Exeter,
passed away Wednesday, Sep-
tember 26, 2012, at her sons
home in West Pittston.
Born in Dupont, she was a
daughter of the late John and
Mary Lukasik Klemchick.
She was a member of St. Bar-
bara Parish, Exeter, and prior to
her retirement had worked at
Consolidated Cigar Company,
West Pittston.
her husband, John, in 1978;
brother, Michael; sisters, Julia
Rose, Violet Kendzor, and
Henrietta Poplawski.
Surviving are her sons, John
and his wife, Michele Pesta,
West Pittston, Leonard and his
wife, Barbara, West Pittston;
grandchildren, Joshua and his
wife, Rebecca, Benjamin,
Seth, Dominick, Ryan, Maria;
great-grandchildren, Olivia
and Amelia. Also surviving is a
sister, Mary Luvender, South
Carolina.
Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012, from
the Gubbiotti Funeral Home,
1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter,
with a Mass of Christian Burial
at Corpus Christi Parish at Im-
maculate Conception Church,
withMsgr. JohnSempa as cele-
brant. Interment was inSt. John
the Slovak Cemetery, Schooley
Street, Exeter. To send the fam-
ily an expression of sympathy,
or an online condolence, please
visit www.gubbiottifh.com.
Helen G. Pesta
September 26, 2012
Aniello (Niel) Spisso, 62, of
West Side Scranton, passed
away Tuesday, September 25,
2012, at his home. He was born
in Scranton on May 28, 1950,
son of the late Aniello and Cath-
erine (Robinson) Spisso.
Niel was a member of the Ol-
ive Branch Bible Church, Old
Forge, andattendedWest Scran-
ton schools.
Niel worked for over 35 years
with DPW Scranton, and he re-
tiredin2002. He lovedspending
time withhis familyandfriends,
he enjoyed all sports especially
Alabama college football. Niel
will be deeply missed by his
family and
friends.
In addition
to his parents,
his great
grandchild,
Julian Doyle,
precedes him in death.
He is survived by his wife of
17 years, the former Patricia
(Lewis) Spisso; his daughters,
Hope Spissoof Taylor; Shannon
Gevaras and her husband, Phil-
lip, of Hamlin; Elena Morgan
and her husband, Robert Jr., of
Pittston; Eileen Houghtlin and
her husband, Todd, of Duryea;
Rebecca Pherreigo of Florida.
He is also survived by his sister,
Ann Marie Lang; 11 grandchil-
dren; one great-grandchild; sev-
eral nieces and nephews.
Funeral service was heldFri-
day, Sept. 28, 2012, at Kiesinger
Funeral Services Inc., 255
McAlpine St., Duryea, with
Pastor Carl Brigido of Olive
Branch Bible Church, Old
Forge, officiating.
contributions may be made Ol-
ive Branch Bible Church, 1711
Cedar Ave., Scranton, PA
18505. Online condolences may
be made to www.kiesingerfun-
eralservices.com.
Aniello Spisso
September 25, 2012
Lawrence C. Fedder, 85, of
Pittston, and formerly of Ber-
wick, died Monday, Septem-
ber 24, 2012, at Wilkes-Barre
General Hospital.
Born June 3, 1927 in Cata-
wissa, he was a son of the late
John and Etta Savilla Krum
Fedder.
Lawrence retired from the
United States Air Force after
more than 20 years of ser-
vice, which included tours of
duty in Korea and Vietnam.
He was a member of the
Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Larry was a devoted hus-
band, and loving father and
grandfather who loved
spending time with his fam-
ily.
He truly enjoyed fishing,
especially with his niece,
Jennie Bedford.
His wife, Dorothy Moore
Fedder, died January 19,
2010.
A daughter, Barbara Elaine
Fedder, granddaughter,
Brianna Marie Healey, broth-
ers, Albert, Leroy and Frank
Fedder, and sisters, Elizabeth
Breech and Daisy Thomas,
also preceded him in death.
He will be greatly missed
by his children, Savilla Jean
and her husband, James
Stout, of Berwick; Shirley
and her husband, Wayne Ha-
milton, of Berwick, and Law-
rence C., Jr. and his wife,
Mary Lou Fedder, of Pittston;
grandchildren, Terry, Rachel,
Tina, Stacy, L.W., Barbara,
Dorothy, John, Michael and
Becky; nine great-grandchil-
dren; brothers, James Fedder,
of Bloomsburg, and Harold
Fedder, of Virginia; a sister,
Viola Lewis of Delaware;
nieces, nephews, other fam-
ily and friends.
Celebration of Lawrences
Life was led by Pastor Paul
Metzloff on Thursday Sept.
27, 2012, in Holy Trinity
Lutheran Church, 813 Wyom-
ing Avenue, Kingston.
Interment was in Walnut
Street Cemetery in Berwick.
Permanent messages and
memories can be shared with
Larrys family at www.cele-
bratehislife.com.
Lawrence C. Fedder
September 24, 2012
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Katharine Mary (Kai) Allen,
24, of Exeter, passed away sud-
denly in Argentina on Saturday,
August 18, 2012.
Born on April 1, 1988 in Mt.
Kisco, N.Y., she was a daughter
of Anthony and Doreen (DePie-
tro) Allen.
She attended Valhalla, New
York, schools, graduating from
high school in 2006. Katharine
was a recipient of many acco-
lades. She was also a member of
the National Honor Society.
Throughout her high school
years, Katharine was a member
of the Westchester Dreamcoats,
a youth performance choir avail-
able for many charitable events.
Katharine attended Occiden-
tal College in Los Angeles, Cal-
if. She graduated with honors in
2010, receiving her bachelor of
arts degree in critical theory and
social justice. Many of her pro-
fessors described Katharine as a
kind and loving person, and an
outstanding scholar who dedi-
cated her life to connecting per-
sonal and community well-be-
ing.
After graduation, Katharine
moved to Valparaiso, Chile,
where she studied abroad in
2009 through the SIT student
exchange organization.
She continued to volunteer
her time to the program orient-
ing American
exchange stu-
dents to the
Chilean culture
and lifestyle.
They have
dedicated this
fall semester program and the
student library in her memory.
Katharine also worked tirelessly
in Chile, advancing the rights of
women and underprivileged
people, as well as teaching En-
glish to individuals of different
age groups.
Katharine was a Fulbright
Award Recipient, attending Uni-
versity in Argentina for her mas-
ters degree, while also conduct-
ing research.
With a focus on community
organizing, Katharine helped to
provide a voice to all those who
had trouble being heard. She
was one of the creators of the
Critical Theory and Social Jus-
tice Journal of Undergraduate
Research at Occidental College.
The upcoming issue will be
dedicated in her memory and
the ongoing importance of her
work. Her love of writing and
passion for poetry has been a
constant driving force in Katha-
rines life. She is the author of
two volumes of poetry, as well
as several magazine and news-
paper publications.
When first meeting Katha-
rine, many were touched by her
kindness, radiant smile, trust-
worthiness and her ability to es-
tablish an immediate connec-
tion. She was thoughtful, com-
passionate and put tremendous
energy into everything she did.
Her constant willingness to help
those in need demonstrated her
selfless nature. Katharine was an
extremely humble person whom
we loved dearly. We are so proud
to be her parents.
She will be sadly missed by
her parents, Doreen and Tony;
younger sister, Elizabeth; mater-
nal grandmother, Jean (Bernar-
di) DePietro; aunts, uncles, cou-
sins, colleagues and countless
friends, whom she loved all so
dearly.
her maternal grandfather, Al-
fonso DePietro; paternal grand-
parents, Joshua and Florence
Allen.
Memorial services were held
at Recupero Funeral Home, 406
Susquehanna Ave., West Pitt-
ston, Friday, Sept. 28, 2012. A
Celebration of Life Mass was
held at St. Anthonys Church,
Memorial Street, Exeter, on Sat-
urday, Sept. 29, 2012. In lieu of
flowers, memorial donations
may be made to the Tony Allen
Family.
Katharine Mary (Kai) Allen
August 18, 2012
Mary R. McDermott, 58 of
Dallas, was surrounded by her
loving family Friday evening,
September 21, 2012, when she
went to the Lord peacefully
after a long battle with de-
mentia.
Born in Wilkes-Barre on
September 22, 1953, she was a
daughter of the late Charles
and Ruth (Harrison) Roberts.
She was a 1971 graduate of
Wyoming Valley West High
School. She was a member of
First United Methodist Church,
Plymouth. She was employed
by Phillips Fuel, Plymouth.
She is survived by her hus-
band of 40 years, James
McDermott, Sr.; sons, James
McDermott,
Jr. and his
wife, Jamie,
Plymouth;
Sean David
McDermott,
Dallas; daugh-
ter Amy McDermott, Pringle;
grandchildren, Brittny Hufford;
Justin Hill, Shania, James III,
Brett and Brooke Mary
McDermott; great-grandson
Oliver Dean Stewart; brother
Kenneth Roberts, Wilkes-
Barre; sisters, Joyce Cook,
Pittston; Ruthann Belles, Ber-
wick and Susan Swope, Ply-
mouth; her favorite dog, Prin-
cess; nieces, nephews, sisters-
in-law and brothers-in-law.
Marys family would like to
thank the staff of the Hampton
House and Heartland Hospice
for their wonderful care and
compassion.
Services were private and at
the convenience of the family.
donations may be made to Ma-
nor Care-Hampton House,
1548 Sans Souci Parkway, Ha-
nover Twp., PA 18706.
Arrangements have been en-
trusted to Kniffen OMalley
Funeral Home, Inc., 465 S.
Main Street, Wilkes-Barre. To
send Marys family words of
comfort and friendship, please
visit www.BestLifeTributes-
.com.
Mary R. McDermott
September 21, 2012
Thomas Wayne Coolbaugh,
68, of Dupont, passed away Fri-
day, September 28, 2012, inCel-
tic Healthcare Inpatient Unit,
Dunmore, after a brief illness.
Born in West Wyoming, he
was a son of the late Ernest and
Eleanor Marino Coolbaugh. He
was a graduate of Wyoming
Memorial High School, class of
1962, Wilkes-Barre Business
College, and attended Luzerne
County Community College.
He then went to work as a
bookkeeper with several local
companies.
He later retired with 30 years
of service as a tax auditor with
the Commonwealth of Pennsyl-
vania. He also was a proud re-
cipient of the Secretarys Award
for Excellence in workplace
performance.
He was devoted to his family,
enjoyed coffee with his friends,
was a lifelong Phillies fan and
enjoyed Penn State football.
As a community-minded per-
son, he served the Avoca/Du-
pont Little League in different
capacities for many years as a
coach, player agent, treasurer or
president. He was judge of elec-
tions for many years in the sec-
ond ward of Dupont.
He alsoservedas treasurer for
the Seton Catholic Parents As-
sociation.
In addition to his parents, he
was preceded
in death by a
sister, Jeanette
Marie Cool-
baugh, and a
brother, Ger-
ald Cool-
baugh.
He is survived by his wife of
39 years, Geraldine F. Cool-
baugh; sons, J. Peter Coolbaugh
andfiance, ReneeCoshin, Bal-
timore, Md., Christopher Cool-
baugh and companion, Eryn
and their son, Mason Brooks,
New Paltz, N.Y.; a daughter,
Thea and her husband, Marcus
McCready, Baltimore; a sister,
DebraManganielloandher hus-
band, James, West Pittston; sev-
eral nieces andnephews, andhis
devoted dog, Sammy.
Funeral services will be held
Monday, Oct. 1, 2012, at 9:30
a.m. from Kiesinger Funeral
Services Inc., 255 McAlpine
St., Duryea, with a Mass of
ChristianBurial at 10a.m. inSa-
cred Heart of Jesus Church, 215
Lackawanna Ave., Dupont, with
the Rev. Joseph Verespy offi-
ciating.
Interment will be inthe parish
cemetery. Friends may call to-
day, Sept. 30, 2012, from 4 to 8
p.m. at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be
made to www.kiesingerfuneral-
services.com.
Thomas Wayne Coolbaugh
September 28, 2012
Mrs. Lydia E. Zeveney, 72,
died Sunday, September 23,
2012, at home.
She was born in Wilkes-
Barre, and lived in Kingston.
Lydia was a homemaker.
She volunteered at Wesley
Village Nursing Home for 16
years.
Mrs. Zeveney was a loving
wife, mother, grandmother, sis-
ter and aunt.
She will be missed by all.
She was preceded in death
by her husband of 30 years,
Stanley F., and her siblings,
Carl Jacobs, Jimmy Jacobs,
Lori Barraro, Carol Koslowski;
her parents, Carl and Minnie
Jacobs.
Lydia is survived by her
daughter, Tammy Zeveney,
Montgomery, N.Y.; son, Stan-
ley Zeveney, and his wife, Su-
zanne, Stillwater, N.J.; five
grandsons and one grand-
daughter; five brothers, Harry
Jacobs of Wilkes-Barre; Rob-
ert Jake Jacobs of Pembroke
Pines, Fla.; Ronnie Jacobs of
Factoryville; Frank Jacobs of
Exeter; Paul Jacobs of Moun-
tain Top. She is also survived
by several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services are under
the directions of the Lehrer-Gi-
bilisco Funeral Home, 275 W.
Milton Ave., Rahway, NJ
07065. All services will be pri-
vate.
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Adam J. (Abie) Roman, 87, of
Exeter, passed away Monday
evening, September 24, 2012, at
the Meadows Nursing Center,
Dallas, surrounded by his loving
family.
Born in Exeter, he was a son of
the late John and Eva (Pruschu-
nas) Roman. He was married to
the former Eleanor Gratzula Ro-
man, and they would have cele-
brated their 61st wedding anni-
versary in October.
Adam was educated in Exeter
schools and was a proud veteran
of WorldWar II, havingservedin
Company A 1st Medical Battal-
ion of the U.S. First Infantry Di-
vision of the U.S. Army.
He was a veteran of the D-Day
invasion of June 6, 1944, and was
awardedmanymedals, including
the Bronze Star, Good Conduct
Medal, European-African-Mid-
dle Eastern Campaign Medal
with one silver service star and
arrowhead, World War II Victory
Medal, and Honorable Service
lapel button for World War II.
After the war, he worked at
Alaimos grocery store in Pitt-
ston and Celotex Corporation in
Harding, until his retirement.
After retirement, he then
joined employment at the Irem
Temple Country Club Pro Shop,
where he worked until his sec-
ond retirement at the age of 85. It
was not uncommon to be greeted
by Adamwith Hey, Pro, and he
was always respectful with a
Yes, Sir or Yes, Maam
He was an avid NewYork Yan-
kee fan and en-
joyed playing
cards with his
buddies, espe-
cially Eddie
Mislan. In his
earlier years he
enjoyed a good game of pool and
was a member of many dart
leagues. He was also a member
of the American Legion Post
0938 Port Blanchard; Veteran of
Foreign Wars Post 6518, Exeter;
Eagles Wyoming Vets and The
American-Lithuanian Social &
Beneficial Club.
In addition to his parents, he
was preceded in death by broth-
ers, Joseph, Frank, Stanley, Ge-
orge, Peter; sisters, beloved, Ma-
ry Capp, Connie McGill and
Pauline Chernosky.
Surviving, besides his wife,
Eleanor, are his cherished chil-
dren, Paul Roman and his wife,
Debra, of Tunkhannock; Perry
Roman and his wife, Jennifer, of
Safety Harbor, Fla.; Lisa Roman
and her husband, Gene Keach, of
West Pittston; Carla DelPriore
and her husband, Ralph, of Dal-
las; grandchildren, Claire and
Paul Roman, Tunkhannock; Ma-
rissa Roman, Safety Harbor,
Fla.; Melanie McKnight and
husband Pat, Hershey; Renee
Higgins and husband Brad, Al-
buquerque, N.M.; James Adam;
Isabella Del Priore, Dallas;
great-grandchildren, Mila
McKnight, Hershey; Darryll and
Adam Higgins, Albuquerque,
N.M.; sister Helen Fliss, Con-
necticut; several loving nieces,
including Edith Capp Mariani of
Kentucky; nephews and many
extended family pets including
Baci, Sasha, Sushi, Olive, Max-
well and Maggie.
Adam was a kind and gentle
manwhoadoredhis childrenand
grandchildren. He was a great
friend to them all and will be al-
ways loved and so sadly missed
by his family and friends.
Dad, may you be sitting at the
50-yard line in the heavens.
You will always be our hero.
Military funeral services
were accorded by the AmVets
Honor Guard on Saturday, Sept.
29, 2012, fromthe Gubbiotti Fu-
neral Home, 1030 Wyoming
Ave., Exeter, with a Mass of
Christian Burial at St. John the
Evangelist Church, William St.,
Pittston. The Rev. Paul McDon-
nell, O.S.J., was celebrant.
Interment was in St. John the
Slovak Cemetery, Schooley St.,
Exeter.
contributions maybe made tothe
SPCA of Luzerne County, 524
E. Main St., Fox Hill Road,
Wilkes-Barre, PA18702.
Mr. Romans family would
like to thank the compassionate
care of all of his physicians, most
recently Dr. Ned Carey and Dr.
Kilduff, and the staff (nursing,
physical and speech therapy) of
the Meadows Nursing Center.
We will always be so grateful for
your loving care you gave to our
beloved father.
Adam J. Roman
September 24, 2012
Christine Swisher, 61, of Grant
St., Shickshinny, passed away
suddenly on Wednesday, Sep-
tember 26, 2012, at General Hos-
pital, Wilkes-Barre.
Born January 28, 1951 in Ber-
wick, she was the daughter of the
late Charles and Pauline (Yustat)
Potoeski.
Christine was a devoted edu-
cator for over 30 years. Teaching
in both New Mexico and Penn-
sylvania, she was most recently
employed in the Berwick Area
School District as a resource
roomteacher, retiring in January
of this year.
her husband of 35 years, Donald
Swisher Sr., in 2009; both par-
ents, Charles Potoeski in 1995
and Pauline Potoeski in 2010;
and an infant daughter, Sally, in
1990.
Surviving are sons, Charles, of
Duryea, and Donald Jr., at home;
daughter Christy Kunkel of
Lansing, Mich.; granddaughters,
Serenity, at home, and Brittany,
Wilkes-Barre; grandsons, Ash-
ton and Brycen, both of Wilkes-
Barre; many cousins, nieces and
nephews.
Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012, at the
Mayo Funeral Home Inc., 77 N.
Main St., Shickshinny, followed
by a Mass of Christian burial in
St. Marys Church, Mocanaqua,
with the Rev. Donald Williams
as celebrant. Burial was in Sor-
ber Cemetery, Reyburn.
For additional information or
to send condolences, please visit
www.mayofh.com.
Christine Swisher
September 26, 2012
Mr. Bernard L. Hazenski,
69, of Duryea passed away
Friday, September 28, 2012, at
HHC, Dunmore.
Born in Duryea. He was a
son of the late Leo and Mar-
tha Kovalan Hazenski. He was
a graduate of Duryea High
School. Prior to his retire-
ment, he was employed by
Friedman Electric, Exeter.
He was a loving husband,
father and grandfather. As a
hobby, he enjoyed taking sce-
nic pictures.
He and his wife, the former
Trudy M. Luke, celebrated
their 44th wedding anniver-
sary this past May 11th.
He was preceded in death
by granddaughter, Lennon and
grandson, Gabriel.
Also surviving are daughter,
Sharon Fiorini and her hus-
band, Joe, of Scranton; son,
Brian of Duryea; daughter,
Karen, of Duryea; grandson,
Paolo Fiorini, of Scranton;
and aunt, Esther Daileda, of
Taylor.
Funeral will be held Mon-
day, Oct. 1, 2012, at 9 a.m.
from the Bernard J. Piontek
Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main
St., Duryea, with the Mass of
Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m.
in Sacred Heart of Jesus
Church, Duryea, with the Rev.
Andrew Sinnott officiating.
Interment will be in St. Johns
Cemetery, Duryea. Friends
may call today, Sept 30, 2012,
from 6 to 8 p.m.
contributions may be made to
the donors favorite charity.
Bernard L. Hazenski
September 28, 2012
Samuel Aggie Agolino
Jr., 53, of West Pittston,
passed away Sunday, Septem-
ber 23, 2012 in Wilkes-Barre
General Hospital.
Born in Pittston on October
10, 1958, he was the son of
the late Samuel V. Agolino
Sr. and Elizabeth Martini
Agolino.
Sammy was a graduate of
Wyoming Area High School,
Class of 1976. He had been
employed as Supervisor of
Building and Grounds at the
Luzerne County Courthouse
for 13 years, and had helped
his brother in the family busi-
ness. Sammy also served two
terms on the Wyoming Area
School Board, and loved ev-
erything involving politics.
In addition to his parents,
Samuel and Elizabeth, he was
preceded in death by his
brother-in-law, Edward Quinn.
Surviving are his brother,
Joseph A. Agolino and his
wife, Carmelina, Plains; and
three sisters, Marie Quinn,
West Pittston; Sandra Char-
ney and her husband, Tho-
mas, West Pittston; and Bar-
bara Davis and her husband,
Robert, Plains; numerous
nieces, nephews, grandnieces
and grandnephews.
The family would like to
extend a special thank you to
Koba Bukvaidze who was
Sams caretaker for the past
five years; to Dr. Bruce Said-
man and the Nursing Staff at
Medical Oncology Associ-
ates; to Dr. James Bruno; and
also to Stacie Wydra, we are
eternally grateful for your
kindness.
A Mass of Christian Burial
was celebrated on Wednesday,
September 26, 2012 in St.
Joseph Marello Parish, 237
William Street, Pittston, with
the Rev. Paul A. McDonnell
officiating. Interment was at
the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be
made to Medical Oncology
Associates Prescription As-
sistance Fund, 382 Pierce
Street, Kingston, PA 18704.
Arrangements are entrusted
to the Peter J. Adonizio Fu-
neral Home, 251 William
Street, Pittston. Online condo-
lences may be made at
www.peterjadoniziofuneral-
home.com .
Samuel Aggie Agolino Jr.
September 23, 2012
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Social Section
Inside
Schools ..............................2
Birthdays............................3
Faith................................5-7
Classified......................8-14
S E C T I O N B
S O C I A L
Peter S. Scarantino and Carla A. Saporito exchanged wedding
vows on Saturday, Sept. 8 at the Gramercy Ballroom in Pittston
with the Reverend Alan Rupert officiating.
A cocktail hour and dinner reception followed the ceremony
with music provided by Millennium.
The bride was given in marriage by her two daughters, Mrs.
Adrian Vilardo, Pittston; and Mrs. Dana Rivera, Wilkes-Barre.
Matron of honor was Mrs. Tina Marie Dolgash, Old Forge; and
best man was Frank Borzell, Inkerman. The ringbearer was Josh-
ua E. Rivera, grandson of the bride.
Mrs. Scarantino is an employee of Mondelez Industries in Ha-
nover and Mr. Scarantino is employed by the Topps Company in
Duryea.
The couple resides in Pittston.
Mr. and Mrs. Peter Scarantino
Exchange marital vows
Ann Jasnoski and John McArdle were united in marriage on
Oct. 1, 2011 at the Nativity of Our Lord Parish in Duryea. Rever-
end Andrew Sinnott officiated the ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Ellen Tosh and the stepdaughter of
DavidTosh, of West Pittstonandthe daughter of Charles Jasnoski
and the stepdaughter of Marie Jasnoski, of Deltona, FL. The
groom is the son of Edward and Susan McArdle, of Duryea.
Escorted down the aisle by her father, the bride chose her sister,
Sara Pencek, as her matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Kate
Warhurst, Laura Judy, friends of the bride; and Jennifer Zapko,
sister of the groom. The flower girl was Madison Pencek, niece of
the bride.
The groomchose his close friend, Ronald Rebovich, as his best
man. Groomsmen were Vincent Kassa Jr., Donald Hudzinski Jr.,
friends of the groom; and Kyle Zapko, nephewof the groom. The
ring bearer was Ryan Zapko, nephew of the groom.
Readings were given by Kate Warhurst and Marie Jasnoski.
Offertory gifts were presented by Jennifer, Kyle and Ryan Zapko.
Following the ceremony, a cocktail hour and reception were
held at Fiorellis Catering in Peckville.
The bride was honored at a bridal shower hosted by her mother
and sister at the Radisson Hotel, Scranton. The parents of the
groom hosted a rehearsal dinner at Johns Place, Old Forge.
The bride is a graduate of Pittston Area High School. She
earned a bachelors degree in English from Elizabethtown Col-
lege and a masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction from
Bloomsburg University. She is currently an English teacher in the
Scranton School District.
The groom is a graduate of Pittston Area High School. He is
currently employed at Fox Hill Country Club in Exeter.
Following a honeymoon to Key West, FL, the couple resides in
Dupont.
Mr. and Mrs. John McArdle
First anniversary
Mr. and Mrs. William J. Kilcullen, of Hughestown, celebrated
their 40th wedding anniversary on Sept. 30. They were married in
St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston by the Rev. Lawrence P.
Homer.
Their attendants were sisters of the bride Rosalie Flynn, matron
of honor; Regina Bauman, Ruth Charnogursky Judy McDonnell
Wendoloski, friend of the bride; Jim Kilcullen, brother of the
groom, best man; Pat McCann, Luke Acquino and Joe Sperazza.
Mr. Kilcullen is the son of the late James and Margaret Kilcul-
len. Mrs. Kilcullen is the daughter of the late Joseph and Rosalie
Tischler.
The couple has been blessed with three daughters, Atty. Tracey
Kilcullen, Philadelphia; Tara Kilcullen, Daytona, FL; and Kris-
ten Kilcullen, West Wyoming. They have one grandson, Jake Pie-
trowski.
Mr. Kilcullen is retired fromKraft Foods Inc. and Mrs. Kilcul-
len is employed by Eye Care Specialists, Kingston.
A cruise to the Mediterranean marked the occasion.
Mr. and Mrs. WilliamJ. Kilcullen
40th anniversary
Mr. andMrs. Thomas P. Supey, of West Pittston, are celebrating
their 40th wedding anniversary today, Sept. 30. They were mar-
ried on Sept. 30, 1972 at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, West
Wyoming by Father Theodore Obaza.
Mr. Supey is the son of the late Thomas P. and Margaret Supey.
He is the mine foreman at the Lackawanna Coalmine Tour in
Scranton. Mrs. Supey is the daughter of Genevieve Labaty and
the late Francis D. Labaty. She is employed as the administrator at
Maxim Healthcare in Plains.
The couple has been blessed with three sons, Thomas and his
wife Doriann, Bordentown, New Jersey; Samuel and his wife
Kristine, West Wyoming; and Michael, Exeter. They have five
grandchildren, Tommy, Luke, Jake, Sammy and Samara Rose.
The Supeys celebrated with family and close friends at an eve-
ning dinner party given by their family and a Mass of Celebration
at Corpus Christi Parish (Immaculate Conception).
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Supey
Wed 40 years
Parker Charles McAndrew, son of Alicia and Patrick Michael
McAndrew II, Old Forge, was baptized by Reverend Paul A.
McDonnell, O.S.J. on Aug. 26 at St. Joseph Marello Parish, Pitt-
ston. He was born on July 22, 2012 at Wilkes-Barre General Hos-
pital.
His godparents are Aaron McAndrew, Gilbert, AZ; and Lisa
Granahan, West Wyoming.
His paternal grandparents are Teresa and Pat McAndrew, Avo-
ca. His maternal grandparents are Barbara Granahan, Pittston;
and the late Charles Granahan. He is the great-grandson of Ray
and Joan McAndrew, Avoca; the late Michael and Louise Teres-
cavage, the late Antonio and Lucy Staffaroni and the late John
and Mary Granahan.
A luncheon celebration was held at Salernos Cafe, Old Forge.
Parker Charles McAndrew
McAndrew baby baptized
Joe and Elaine Perlock, of West Wyoming and Randy and Lin-
da Thomas, of Warren, are pleased to announce the engagement
of their children, Eric Joseph Perlock and Emily Hope Thomas.
Mr. Perlock graduated from Wyoming Area High School in
2006. He holds a bachelors degree in wildlife science fromPenn
State University. He is currently employed as the elk biologist
aide for the Pennsylvania Game Commission.
Miss Thomas graduated from Warren Area High School in
2005. She holds associates, bachelors and masters degrees in
wildlife science from Penn State University and is currently em-
ployedas aninstructor inthe wildlife technologyprogramat Penn
State DuBois.
An Aug. 10, 2013 wedding is planned at Jamestown Audubon
Sanctuary in Jamestown, NY.
Eric Perlock and Emily Hope Thomas
Engaged to wed
PAGE 2B SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2012 SUNDAY DISPATCH
S C H O O L S
Pittston Area Primary Center
School pictures
School pictures at the Primary
Center will be taken on Oct. 2
and 3. Specific class dates and
ordering information will be sent
home.
Columbus Day
There will be no school on
Monday, Oct. 8 to commemorate
Columbus Day. Students will
learn important facts about the
significance of this day.
October assembly
The Primary Center Whats
Special About October Assemb-
ly will be held at 10 a.m. and 2
p.m. on Friday, Oct. 19. Mrs. Fe-
rentinos first-grade class and
Ms. Viteks secondgrade class
will perform.
Healthy snacks
Remember that birthday and
holiday treats should be healthy
and nutritious. Packaged or non-
edible items are suggested.
Home-baked items will NOT be
accepted. A list of alternatives
will be sent home. The schools
food service can also provide
safe and portion controlled food
items for a reasonable cost. Con-
tact Sue Rudalavage for more in-
formation at 654-7770.
School rules
Parents are reminded to read
and discuss the school rules with
their child. Remember to sign
and return the Parent Child
Agreement that was sent home.
Remember to reviewand discuss
why following rules is impor-
tant. All students attended an as-
sembly about keeping safe by
following our school rules. Ask
your child about our school
rules.
School credits
Remember to register the Pri-
mary Center at Target. Box Tops
for Education can be sent in dai-
ly.
Structured dress code
The Pittston Area School Dis-
trict Structured Dress Code Pol-
icy is on the Pittston Area web-
site at www.pittstonarea.com. A
copy of the policy is also avail-
able in the office of all schools.
Parent note about reading
Listen to your child read to
you. Allowyour child to read the
same story often. This will help
your child get better at recogniz-
ing the words quickly. Talk about
the story and compare how you
and your child are alike or differ-
ent from the characters.
Math opportunity
Use real coins to help your
child understand the concept of
money value. Set out real coins
and have your child practice
naming the coins and telling
their value. Let your child ar-
range the coins in order of value.
Practice making 25 cents using
as many variations of coins as
you can. Repeat this activity for
different amounts up to $1.
Middle School
Questions and concerns
Parents are reminded that if
you have any questions or con-
cerns about your childs academ-
ic progress or well-being to
please contact Principal, Mr. Bil-
bow; Assistant Principal, Mr.
Booth, or Dr. Cosgrove, our
schools guidance counselor, at
655-2927.
Spirit of the Community
The search is on to find the
Top Youth Volunteer at the Mar-
tin L. Mattei Middle School. If
you are selected, you could re-
ceive $1000, an impressive silver
medallion and a trip to Washing-
ton D.C. next May. If you feel
you have made a positive differ-
ence through a volunteer activity
during the past year, please see
Mr. Bilbow for details on how to
apply for the Prudential Spirit of
the Community Awards.
School pictures
School pictures will be taken
on Oct. 17.
Dress code adjustments
This past Friday was the last
day that students were able to
wear shorts to school until April
1. If you have any questions,
please refer to the section of the
Student Handbook which refers
to the districts dress code.
Technology Club
The Middle School Technolo-
gy Club will hold its first meet-
ing from 3 to 3:30 p.m. on Tues-
day, Oct. 2 in computer lab 234
with Mrs. Joyce. The club will
learn about numerous types of
technology, applications, soft-
ware and procedures when using
technology. Students are respon-
sible for their own transportation
home and all rides must be in
front of the middle school no lat-
er than 3:30 p.m. If you have any
questions, see Mrs. Joyce in
room 233.
Book Club
Lets read and have some fun.
Join the Martin L. Mattei Middle
School Book Club.
Students will read a variety of
different genres throughout the
school year.
If you are interested in being a
part of the book club, see Mrs.
Brady in room 138 to obtain a
permissionformor e-mail her at-
bradylau@pittstonarea.com.
Cheerleading Pasta Dinner
The PA cheerleaders will host
a pasta dinner from noon to 3
p.m. today, Sept. 30 at the Ger-
mania Hose Co., Duryea. Cost is
$8 per adult or $5 per child (un-
der 10 years old) and includes a
salad, dinner, bread and dessert.
Take outs are available.
Talent show
Auditions for the Middle
School Talent Show will be held
after school on Thursday, Oct. 4
in the Middle School Cafetori-
um. Sign-ups were held this past
week during each grades lunch
period. Students are responsible
for their own transportation
home following the auditions.
Senior interviews
Antonette Leah Scialpi, the
daughter of Don and Terri Scial-
pi, was born on July 4, 1995 and
resides in Hughestown. She is
usually seen with Taylor and Tia-
na Stull, Marissa Nardone and
Ryan Nalaschi. The most chal-
lenging part of high school for
her was Mr. Amitias pre-calcu-
lus class. Antonettes most mem-
orable moments in high school
were when she ripped her pants
in the middle of the cafeteria and
playing ninja with Angelo Lussi
in health class. Antonettes extra-
curricular activities include soft-
ball, soccer, elective art, Art
Club, Geocacheing and Stand
Tall Club. After high school, she
plans to attend college to major
in forensics and go to college for
softball or soccer. Her personal
catchphrase is Whatever floats
your boat. She does not have a
personal idol because she can
only be myself and be the best I
can be. Her favorite food is tira-
misu, her favorite movie is
Finding Nemo and the song
Truck Yeah by Tim McGraw.
Suraj Pursnani, of Yatesville,
was born on Feb. 13, 1995. He is
the son of Deepak and Lalita
Pursnani. His favorite teachers
are Mrs.Collins, Ms.Karaffa,
Ms.Martin, Mr.Joyce, Mr.An-
thony, Mr.Carroll and Ms.
McGarry. He is part of the Key
Club, Ice Club, Student Council
and National Honor Society. Af-
ter graduation, he plans to attend
college. His idol is his older sis-
ter, Richa. If Suraj could teach
any class in the world it would be
Calculus. His favorite thing to
eat is Indian food. His favorite
movie to watch is Kite Runner.
When he becomes an adult, he is
looking forward to freedom and
independence.
Catherine Lombardo, the
daughter of Mike and Susan
Lombardo, was born on Nov.18,
1994 and lives in Pittston. She
can usually be seen with Olivia
Lanza or Jordan Cumbo. Her
plan after graduation is to go to
college. Catherine is part of the
cross country and track teams.
Her favorite food is pizza and her
favorite movie is The Hunger
Games.
Alex Serafin, of Pittston, was
born on April 8, 1995, and is the
daughter of Nicole and Christian
Hector. Her idol is Marilyn Mon-
roe and her favorite memory of
high school was when Mr.Haas
was locked up in ISS. If Alex
was to restart high school, she
would be more school oriented,
participating in more extracur-
ricular activities. She describes
her high school experience in
one word, as supercalifragilisti-
cexpialidocious. She says the
most challenging thing about
high school was just waking up
to be there. She plans to go to
Kings College for teaching, pic-
turing herself as an English
teacher. Alex is looking forward
to more freedom and to be inde-
pendent as she enters adulthood.
Chelsea Smith, of Pittston
Township, was born on Sept. 14,
1995, and is the daughter of Lynn
and Charles Salsman. Her favor-
ite memory of high school was
after winning Cavalcade of
Bands in 2008 and being on the
school announcements for the
first time. Chelsea describes her
high school experience as expe-
rienceful participating in con-
cert band, jazz band, marching
band and chorus. She thinks the
most challenging part of high
school is dealing with the fact it
will soon be over, but looks for-
ward to having a job she knows
shell love when she graduates. If
Chelsea had the chance to start
highschool over andchange any-
thing, she says she wouldnt be-
cause everything happens for a
reason. Her catchphrase is Live
in the moment- there wont be
another like it.
Elizabeth Mikitish, of Pitt-
ston, was born on April 1 to Pete
and Michelle. She loves pizza
and popcorn, the movie Re-
member the Titans and the song
Water Tower Town by Scotty
McCreery. She canbe seenhang-
ing around with Gaby Poplar-
chik, Amy Silinskie, Allie Anas-
tasi, Kristen Fereck and Sara Ru-
by while balancing soccer and
field hockey. Liz believes the
hardest part of high school was
choosing between soccer and
field hockey her senior year. She
plans to attend college after high
school and is looking forward to
becoming a teacher and starting
a family.
PI TTSTON AREA NEWS
PA cheerleaders host pasta dinner today
Students at the Pittston Area Primary Center attended grade level assemblies about safety rules in all areas of the school. Photos of
all school areas were projected on a screen to demonstrate safe behavior procedures. Mrs. Rava presented school bus rules and
cafeteria rules. Students learned how to safely board, ride and exit the bus. Keeping cafeteria table areas free fromlitter was empha-
sized. Mr. Zaffuto and the school nurse Mrs. Scalzo explained information about cleanliness and hygiene. Students learned about the
words germs, sanitary and hygiene. Representatives fromeach first and second-grade class and staff members at the Pittston Area
Primary Center are, fromleft, first row, Kayla Roselle, Harley Slater, Peyton O'Boyle, Jacob McCabe, Celeste McClusky, Anthony Ma-
tys, Isabella Mancini, Gabrielle Para, Branden Milewski, Kyle Norton, Hunter Monahan. Second row, Jordan O'Boyle, Cristi Marriggi,
Dakoda Saggau, Michael Peak, Christian Meaney, Morgan Mesaris, Nathan Smith, Kyle Miscavage, Grace Mimnaugh, Hayley Lewis.
Third row, Mr. Hindmarsh, security guard; Mrs. Scalzo, school nurse; Mrs. Joyce, Mrs. Zaffuto and Mrs. Rava, teachers; and Mrs.
McAndrew, principal.
The Wyoming Rotary Club,
partnering with Trans-Med Am-
bulance Service, donated a
HeartSine Automated External
Defibrillator (AED) to Wyom-
ing Area Catholic School, Exe-
ter.
The Heartsine Samaritasn
package included an adult pad-
pak and a pediatric pad-pak. It
has visual and voice prompts to
guide the rescurer through the
rescue steps.
DATES TO REMEMBER
Oct. 1-12, Terra Nova Testing,
Grades 3-5-7; Oct. 8, Columbus
Day, no school; Oct. 12 - Ger-
trude Hawk candy orders due
BLESSED CLASSROOMS
- Father Joseph Verespy, pastor
of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church,
Dupont, came to Wyoming Area
Catholic to bless all classrooms
and working areas of the school
(including the office, library and
kitchen).
Each room was given the pa-
tronage of a particular saint,
which was discussed by the stu-
dents and the homeroomteacher
and teachers of specials. Father
inscribed over each doorway the
traditional 20+B+M+C+12.
This inscription is the initials
of the Magi that visited the
Christ child after his birth.
This old tradition usually hap-
pens in homes on the feast of the
Epiphany.
This is a great way to start the
school year reminding all of the
students and staff that they are in
a holy place.
TERRA NOVA TESTING -
The Terra Nova exams are
scheduled for Oct.1-12 for
grades 3-5-7. Students can pre-
pare at home by getting a good
nights sleep and eating break-
fast. For the testing, students
need No. 2 sharpened pencils.
WACTOBERFEST In con-
junction with the Parent Volun-
teer Association, the Wyoming
Area Catholic School communi-
ty announces its first-ever WAC-
toberfest from6 to 9 p.m. on Fri-
day, Oct. 12 at Susquehanna
Brewing Company, Main Street,
Jenkins Twp.
Tickets for this adults-only
event are $30 and include beer
tasting, adult beverages, soft
drinks, hors doeuvres, raffle
chances and music with Frankie
Warren. Raffle items include
$250 WAC tuition credit, Martz
bus trip to Philadelphia Eagles
vs. New York Giants game on
Dec. 30 (includes ticket and
transportation), tickets to an Ea-
gles game, tickets to Penguins
hockey game and a Mt.Airy
overnight package.
To order tickets, call 654-
7982.
INTRAMURAL SPORTS
PROGRAM - Our intramural
sports program will begin the
week of Sept.10 and will run un-
til Nov. 2. The programs offered
beginning that week will be flag
football (boys and girls) and vol-
leyball (co-ed). Students in
grades 4-8 are eligible to partici-
pate. The parents release form
and physicians certificate sent
inthe August mailing(alsoavail-
able on Edline) must be in the
school office prior to beginning
any sport.
The schedule is as follows:
Boys flag football 3 to 4
p.m., Tuesday and Thursday
Girls flag football 3 to 4
p.m., Wednesday and Friday
Volleyball 3 to 4 p.m., Mon-
day
Students will bring their
change of clothes to school the
day of the sport to change after
dismissal. Parents are asked to
pick their children up fromthese
activities promptly at 4 p.m. Mr.
Jerry Renfer will be the coach
for all of the above sports.
AFTER SCHOOL CARE
PROGRAM - The After Care
Program will provide supervi-
sion in an atmosphere of cooper-
ation and responsibility. Time
will be provided for snack, play,
rest and homework. For snack
time, each child must bring his/
her own snack. After care starts
at 2:45 p.m. and will run until
5:45 p.m. on regular school days
and from11 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. on
early dismissal days.
LABELS AND BOXTOPS -
Our school is an avid collector of
Box Tops for Education. These
box tops can be found on tops of
many products purchased at the
grocery store. Please clip them
and send them in, You can drop
them in a ziplock bag and bring
them to the office or send them
with your child.
WYOMI NG AREA CATHOL I C NEWS
Wyoming Rotary Club donates defribrillator to WAC
The Wyoming
Rotary donated a
defibrillator to
Wyoming Area
Catholic. Fromleft,
are Jerome Ce-
gelka, Jr., parent
who discovered
the need; John
Harrington, Rotary
President; Chris-
topher Tigue,
Wyoming Area
Catholic principal;
and David Pro-
kaska, Trans-Med
Director of Com-
munity Services.
B I R T H D A Y S
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
DM
Jack Bernardi, son of
Ray and Jessica Bernardi,
Duryea, will celebrate his
second birthday on Oct.
5. He is a grandsonof Ray
andKarenBernardi, West
Pittston; Greg Sinkovich,
Danville; and Dottie and
Denny Penman, Danville.
Jack has a brother, Do-
minic, 6.
Jack Bernardi
Sophie Lou Facciponti, daughter
of Mr. and Mrs. Jason Facciponti,
of West Pittston, celebrated her
second birthday on Sept 27. Her
sister Chaslyn celebrated her 15th
birthday on Aug. 1. They are the
grandchildren of Mr. and Mrs.
Homish, of Pittston Township, and
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Alba, of
Pittston. The girls received a spe-
cial happy birthday wish fromtheir
Aunt Laura.
Sophie and Chaslyn
Facciponti
Reese Fuller, daughter
of Brandy Eggert and Mi-
chael Fuller, of Kingston,
will celebrate her fourth
birthday on Oct. 1. Her
maternal grandparents
are Ricky Pope, of
Wyoming, and Henry Eg-
gert, of Lake Harmony.
Paternal grandparents are
Linda and Michael Full-
er, of Dallas. Great-
grandmother is Betty
Knecht of Tobyhanna.
Reese has a brother Rob-
ert Semyon, 10.
Reese Fuller
Tyler Granahan, son of
Tom and Fran Granahan,
of Pittston is celebrating
his 11th birthday today,
Sept. 30. He is the grand-
son of James and Eliza-
beth LaFoca, of Pittston
and the late Patrick (Bud-
dy) and June Granahan,
of Pittston Twp. Tyler
plays fall baseball and is
in fifth grade at Pittston
Area.
Tyler Granahan
Kayleigh Jane Heagy,
daughter of Kristine Ha-
duck and Tyler Heagy, of
Annville, is celebrating
her first birthday today,
Sept. 30. She is the grand-
daughter of Chuck and
Donna Haduck, of Ann-
ville, and Timothy and
Margaret Heagy, of Leba-
non. Maternal great-
grandparents are Chuck
and Kathy Haduck, of
Duryea, and Jed Jeddrick
of Pittston. Paternal grea-
grandparents are John
Heagy and Christina
Baum.
Kayleigh Heagy
Lauren Grace LoPres-
to, daughter of Carmen
and Louise LoPresto, cel-
ebrated her ninth birthday
on Sept. 27. She is the
granddaughter of the late
Liborio and Marilyn
(Moughan) Baccanari
and the late George and
Grace (Falzone) LoPres-
to. Lauren has a brother,
Luke, 4.
Lauren LoPresto
Logan Matthew Me-
ranti, son of Ryan Meran-
ti, of Inkerman, and Me-
rissa Ash, of Scranton,
will celebrate his first
birthday on Oct. 5. Pater-
nal grandparents are Joe
and Hope Meranti, of In-
kerman. Maternal grand-
parents are Lenny and
Kim Ash, of Scranton.
Logan has three uncles
and one aunt.
Logan Meranti
Tyler and Lily Harden,
son and daughter of Tom
and Michelle Harden, of
West Wyoming are cele-
brating their 10th birth-
day today, Sept. 30. They
are the grandchildren of
Tom and Roseann Bon-
chonsky, of Exeter and
Willard and Ruth Har-
den, of Forty Fort. Great-
grandmother is Frances
Bellanco, of Pittston.
Tyler and Lily
Harden
10th Street School
Robas Kindergarten Field
Trip is scheduled for October
12.
Great American Fundraiser
pickupis November13during
the Parent/Teacher confer-
ence.
Bake Sale will be held on
November 13 from 12 p.m. to
7 p.m.
Please register your grocery
store card online to help bene-
fit Tenth Street for Price
Chopper (http://www2.price-
chopper.com/toolsfor-
schools/).
Keep collecting Box Tops
and Campbells Soup Labels
and send them in with your
child.
Night of the Great Pumpkin
K thru 3rd is scheduled for
October 18.
Apparel Sale Volunteers
are needed to sort when the or-
der comes in. November sale.
School Spirit Wear school
colors on Fridays.
Selling Smencils Every
Tuesday at school.
Home Football Game Tick-
ets will be sold during lunch
time.
Next Meeting will be on
Thursday, October 4, 7 p.m. in
the school cafe.
WYOMI NG
AREA NEWS
Activities
listed at
10th St.
school
Pittston Senior Center
The Pittston Senior Center is offer-
ing crochet classes with Katherine
which began at 10 a.m. on Monday,
Sept. 17 and continue until noon ev-
ery Monday.
Reservations are open for the fol-
lowing trips sponsored by the center:
Hollywood Casino Wednesday Octo-
ber 17. Trips include roundtrip motor
coach transportation, dinner and
show. To make reservations and for
further information, call Connie or
Hazel at 655-5561.
The Pittston Senior Center is seek-
ing new members. The Pittston Se-
nior Center is inviting those 60 years
of age or older to be come a member.
A complimentary dinner voucher
will be given to each new member
when joining as well as a free gift.
Falls Senior Center
The Falls Senior Center offers free
coffee and activities such as Wii,
Shuffleboard, Cards and Scrabble.
Activities
Mondays at 11a.m.: Low Impact
Exercise program, Wed.and Fri. at
9:30 a.m.
Fri. Oct .5: Drum Circle 12:45
p.m.-2 p.m.
Fri. Oct 12: Presentation on Arthri-
tis and Fall Prevention, including
simple exercises for balace by Mi-
chelle Toman from Sonas Medical.
Mon. Oct 15: Free Watercolor Art
Class by Artist Rose Brotoski 9 a.m.-
noon, RSVP to Twila by Wed. Oct 10
Anyone 60 plus wishing to have a
hot meal at noon for a suggested do-
nation of $2 should RSVP to Twila at
388-2623 by 12:30 p.m. the day be-
fore.
The Center on Rt. 92 is open from9
a.m.- 2 p.m. Mon-Fri.
Cosmopolitan Seniors
The Cosmopolitan Seniors, a Project
HEADClub, will meet again at 1p.m. on
Tuesday October 2, at St. Anthony Cen-
ter, in Exeter. Host/Hostesses are: Amy
Alpaugh, Olga Costello, Share Dailey,
Marion Kratzer, and Ann Mattei..
Forty three members and 2 guests
braved the wind and rain to attend the
previous meeting.
After the call to order by President Ma-
linowski, VP Kleback, led the group in
prayer, pledge of allegiance and a patriotic
song. Secretary Terri Mislan read the min-
utes of the last meeting . Treasurer Amy Al-
paugh announced the bank balance. Franc-
es Poluske was congratulated for receiving
word that she now has eight Great-grand-
children. After the meeting the group en-
joyed refreshments.. Bingo was played.
Kay Haddock won the special game prize,
and Frances Stankoski won the Bingo jack-
pot. 50/50 winners were: Amy Alpaugh,
Charlie Cheskiewicz, Frank Fountain. Ma-
ryann Markowski, and Bernie Petrasek.
Travel coordinator Johanna is accepting
reservations for a trip to Mount Airy Casi-
no on Wednesday October 10. Pick-ups in
Exeter and Pittston. You do not have to be a
member to come on these trips. Details can
be obtained from Johanna at 655-2720.
Thank you. Johanna Malinowski 655-
2720
SENI OR CI TI ZENS
Falls seniors enjoy picnic
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The Upper Valley Eye Bank
recently met at the Plains pavil-
ion hosted by the Plains Lions
Club. Eyeglasses were collected
and PDG Eileen Yurish reported
on the Northeast Eye Bank Cor-
nea Program.
The clubs next meeting will
be held Thursday, Oct. 4 at Par-
entes RiverviewPizzeria, 188 N.
Main St. Pittston. Pittston Twp.
The Lions Club will host this
meeting.
For more information, call
Marina at 709-0907 or Nancy
655-0345. From left, seated, are
Earl Bisbing, Plains Lions; Nan-
cy Baiera, Eye Bank vice presi-
dent. Standing, Chet Stanski,
Tom Major, Plains Lions; Betty
Dantone, Eye Bank secretary;
Fran Griffith, Tom Mulhern Jr.,
Plains Lions; and Marina Mar-
tin, Eye Bank president.
Lions Club hosts Eye Bank
Salvadore Diaz, of Avoca, and
MatthewObeid, of Pittston, were
on the Wyoming Seminary Up-
per School Mock Trial teamwith
Christina Thomas, of Drums, a
junior, that received the Out-
standing Attorney Award for
first-year students at the annual
Mock Trial Academy at North
Central College inNaperville, Il-
linois.
Thomas won the award in rec-
ognition of her achievements at
the 10-day program, in which
high school students work with
attorneys tolearnhowtoconduct
a trial and how to plan, draft and
present opening and closing
statements, direct examinations,
cross examine witnesses and
other skills neededinbothprose-
cution and defense in court.
The SemMock Trial teamalso
has been selected to take part in
the sixth annual Empire Invita-
tional MockTrial Competition, a
highly competitive international
mock trial competition held in
October in Brooklyn, NewYork.
Sem students excel at mock trial
Seen following their participation in the Mock Trial Academy are,
seated, junior Matthew Obeid, Pittston; and junior Christina Tho-
mas, Drums. Standing, junior Salvadore Diaz, Avoca.
Members of the Luzerne
County Reading Council held a
story time for the children of the
community at the Laflin Li-
brary.
The children enjoyed listen-
ing to stories and making the
crafts that were planned. From
left, are Susan Bechetti, Gail
Gayeski, past president; Jane
Fritz, president; and Ann Tin-
ner.
Children entertained at library
The Most Reverend Joseph
C. Bambera, D.D., J.C.L.,
Bishop of Scranton, will cele-
brate the Rite of Candidacy for
18 men who are in formation to
serve as permanent deacons for
the Diocese of Scranton, five
from the Greater Pittston Area.
The ceremony will take
place this Sunday, Sept. 30,
during the 10 a.m. Mass in St.
Peters Cathedral.
It will air live on CTV: Ca-
tholic Television.
In this public ceremony, after
having completed his aspiran-
cy year of vocational discern-
ment, along with introductory
studies of Scripture, Church
history and the spiritual life,
each aspirant now declares his
formal intention to pursue or-
dination to the diaconate.
The Church, then, in the per-
son of the presiding Bishop,
accepts and recognizes him as
a suitable candidate for the Or-
der of Deacon.
These men will begin the
second year of the five-year
formation program. Upon
completion they will be or-
dained as permanent deacons
in 2015. The 18 men to be ac-
cepted as candidates from
Greater Pittston are Michael S.
Imbrogno, St. Maria Goretti
Parish, Laflin; Walter G. Ja-
noski, St. Barbara Padua Par-
ish, Exeter; Andr F. Kabacin-
ski, Nativity of Our Lord Par-
ish, Duryea; James R. Meiza-
nis, Sr., Corpus Christi Parish,
West Pittston; and James A.
Rose, Sr., Corpus Christi Par-
ish, West Pittston.
Others in the diocese are
Thomas V. Amoroso, Most
Holy Trinity Parish, Mt. Poco-
no; Alan S. Baranski, Most
Holy Trinity Parish, Mt. Poco-
no;
William F. Behm, St. Nicho-
las Parish, Wilkes-Barre, Do-
nald J. Crane, Jr., St. Benedict
Parish, Wilkes-Barre; Albert V.
Giacometti, St. John Neumann
Parish, Scranton; Frank H.
Hine, St. Nicholas Parish,
Wilkes-Barre; David M. Leiby,
St. Faustina Kowalska Parish,
Nanticoke; Jos L. Mendoza,
Most Holy Trinity Parish, Mt.
Pocono; VincentM. Oberto,
Holy Rosary Parish, Hazleton;
Joseph P. Rodgers, Our Lady,
Queen of Peace Parish, Brod-
headsville;
Kevin L. Scheirer, St. Mat-
thew Parish, East Stroudsburg;
Thomas M. Spataro, St. Patrick
Parish, Milford; Philip F. Zim-
ich, Most Holy Trinity Parish,
Mt. Pocono.
In addition to the new candi-
dates, their wives and families,
participants in the ceremony
will also include Monsignor
David Bohr, Diocesan Secreta-
ry for Clergy Formation and
Director of the Permanent
Diaconate Formation Program,
along with the coordinators of
the program.
Five locals set to be deacons
R E L I G I O N
The Womens Association of
First United Methodist church,
West Pittston, will conduct its
annual rummage sale on Satur-
day, Oct. 6, from9 a.m. to 3 p.m.,
at St. Cecilias Church Dining
Room, 1700 Wyoming Ave.,
Exeter.
All are invited.
Bethel United Methodist
532Main St. Avoca
(570) 457-2566
Pastor Sharon Dietz
(570) 282-0104
Sunday Worship Service -
11:15 a.m.
Communion first Sunday of
each month non perishable
food items will be collected this
day.
Mondays Bible study 6
p.m. alternating each week with
Brick UM Church, Duryea.
1st Thursday of each month
food give-away 4 to 6 p.m. for
needy of Avoca and Duryea.
Non-perishable food items
and monetary donations are ac-
cepted at this time.
Brick United Methodist
935 Foote Ave., Duryea
(570)457-4424
Pastor Sharon Dietz
(570) 282-0104
Sunday Worship Service 9:45
a.m.
Sunday School 10:15 a.m.
during morning Worship Servic-
es for ages 3-12
Communion first Sunday of
each month non perishable
food items will be collected.
Mondays Bible study 6
p.m. alternating each week with
Bethel UM Church, Avoca.
Miracle of Awareness coffee
time 6 p.m. meeting 7 p.m.
Thursday New beginnings
meeting 7 p.m. Third Thursday
of each month United Metho-
dist Women 6:30 p.m.
Christian and Missionary
Alliance
317 Luzerne Avenue
West Pittston
The church is hosting a Soup
Kitchen Monday evenings from
5 to 6:30 p.m. for individuals and
families in the community in
need. People interested in volun-
teering are asked to call sponsors
the Davis family of Dallas at
760-4830.
ASundayeveningteachingse-
ries is offered through Nov. 25 at
7 p.m.
Alliance Church
Luzerne Ave. and Parke Street
West Pittston
The clothes closet will open
on Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m.
People with emergency needs
can call the church office at 654-
2500 for special appointments.
The closet accepts gently used
clothing and shares it with the
community without cost.
First Baptist Church
Rev. James H. Breese, pastor,
Water Street, Pittston
Sunday 9:30 a.m. Worship and
Praise Service/Childrens Sun-
day School, Adult/Teen Sunday
School immediately following
service.
Wednesday 7:15 p.m. Bible
Study
First Congregational UCC
500 Luzerne Avenue
West Pittston
Rev. Joan Mitchell, Pastor
Sanctuary is handicapped ac-
cessible.
Sunday, 11a.m. Morning Wor-
ship Service
First Presbyterian Church
14 Broad Street Pittston
Sunday Worship 9:15 a.m.
with Rev. William N. Lukesh.
First United
Presbyterian Church
West Pittston
Rev. James Thyren 654-8121
The Sessionof the First United
Presbyterian Church of West
Pittston announces the following
schedule for the week of Sep-
tember 30:
Sunday, September 30: 9:30
a.m., Sunday School; 11 a.m.,
Worship at St. Cecilias.
Wednesday, October 3: 6 p.m.,
set up for Rummage Sale.
Thursday, October 4: 9 a.m.,
set up for Rummage Sale.
Friday, October 5: 9 a.m., set
up for Rummage Sale.
Saturday, October 6: 9 a.m. 3
p.m., Womens Association
Rummage Sale at St. Cecilias
Church Dining Room, 1700
Wyoming Ave., Exeter.
Services are being held at St.
Cecilias Roman Catholic
Church on 1700 Wyoming Ave,
Exeter as we recover from the
flood of September 2011.
There is parking on Wyoming
Avenue and in the parking lot be-
hind the church.
First United Methodist
Wyoming Ave., West Pittston
Sept. 30 10 a.m. Worship,
Sunday School
Oct. 1 6 p.m. Small Group, 7
p.m. Admin Council 7 p.m. Boy
Scouts
Oct. 3 10 a.m. Small Group,
10 a.m. Mommy & me, 12:30
p.m. blood drive, 6 p.m. Bread
making, 6:30 TOPS, 7 p.m.
Choir
Oct. 4 Bus trip to Hunterdon,
6 p.m. Bread making, 7 p.m.
Weight Watchers
Oct. 5 Pizza Sale
Full Gospel Chapel
Avoca
Adult Sunday School, 9:30;
Sunday morning worship at
10:30 a.m.
Wednesday evening Bible
study and prayer service at 7:00.
The churchalsohosts the Rose
of Sharon Church with Rev. Vin-
cente Torres on Sunday after-
noon at 3:00 p.m. for the Hispan-
ic community.
Glendale Gospel Church
105 Church Drive
Glendale/Pittston Township
Sunday Service 10:45 a.m.
Harding Church
of Christ
RR 1 Box 187A, Falls
Sunday services: 10:00 a.m.
Sunday School and 11:00 a.m.
Church Service.
Call 388-6534
Holy Mother of Sorrows PNCC
212 Wyoming Avenue, Dupont
Rev. Zbigniew Dawid, Pastor
Sunday Masses 8:00 a.m.
Traditional Mass 9:15 a.m.
School of Christian Living and
Confirmation Class
10:30 a.m. Traditional High
Mass
Daily Mass 9 a.m. Tuesday
through Saturday
4:45 p.m. Thursday - First Ho-
ly Communion Class
Independent Bible Church
328 Main Street, Duryea, PA
18642.
(570) 451-0346 Home/Office.
JLaCava@TheBibleChurch.org
Inkerman Presbyterian
Main St., Inkerman
Services: Sundays, 8:30 a.m.
Langcliffe Presbyterian
1001 Main St Avoca
Sunday worship 11:15 a.m.
The Langcliffe Church is
handicapped accessible.
Nursery is provided for chil-
dren during worship.
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 p.m.
Celebrate Recovery Ministry,
Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.
Nativity Of Our Lord
Stephenson St., Duryea
Mass Schedule
Saturday
4:00p.m. HolyRosaryChurch
5:30 p.m. Sacred Heart of Je-
sus Church
Sunday
8:00 a.m. Holy Rosary Church
9:30 a.m. Holy Rosary Church
11:00 a.m. Sacred Heart
Annual Indoor Fall Festival will
be held on Fri. Oct. 5 from4 to 9
p.m. and Sat., Oct. 6 from 5 to 9
p.m. in the Hall of Holy Rosary
Church and the Cafeteria and
Gym of Holy Rosary School at
125-127 Stephenson Street, Du-
ryea.
Featured will be a cash raffle,
beautiful baskets, kids games, a
bake sale, a variety of chance
stands, bingo, instant bingo, and
all your favorite ethnic foods in-
cluding potato pancakes, pierogi
haluski, piggies and homemade
soup.
CCDProgrambegan on Sunday,
September 16. Students will
meet each Sunday. Parents are
reminded that registration for
CCD closes on October 7.
Students must be enrolled and
participating in a religious edu-
cation program or attending a
Catholic school for two (2) years
prior to the reception of the Sac-
raments of Reconciliation, Eu-
charist and Confirmation. In Na-
tivity of Our Lord Parish, First
Reconciliation will be held on
February 17, 2013; First Euchar-
ist will be held on May 4, 2013;
and Confirmation in the spring
ona date yet to be announced.
Oblates of St. Joseph
Highway 315, Pittston
Masses are held daily in the
seminary chapel at 7:00 a.m.
(Monday Friday) and on Sat-
urday 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 ap-
pointment. Office phone num-
ber is 654-7542.
Every Wednesday evening
Mass is celebratedat 7:00p.m. in
conjunction with the Novena to
St. Joseph &St. Joseph Marello.
Novena prayers and the blessing
of the first-class relic of St. Jo-
seph Marello, Founder of the
Oblates of Saint Joseph Congre-
gation, immediately follow the
Mass.
This week welcome to two
Oblates of St. Joseph priests
from the CA province who are
serving on the Unification Com-
mission of the USAOblate Prov-
ince: Fathers Matthew Spencer
& Carlos Esquivel. They will be
attending meetings on Wednes-
day and Thursday at the semina-
ry along with PA commission
members: Fathers Paul McDon-
nell & Gregory Finn. The Ob-
lates in the United States are
working at unifying their East &
West Coast provinces into one
united American province. It is
expected to become effective by
March of 2013.
The first Catholic Radio ban-
quet is scheduled for Sunday,
Nov. 11, at St. Anthonys Parish
Center, Exeter. Guest speaker
will be Fred Berretta, survivor of
the USAir Flight 1549 of Janu-
ary 15, 2009 that landed mirac-
ulously on the Hudson River in
NYC after striking a flock of
geese andlosingbothengines af-
ter takeoff from NY Laguardia
Airport. Fredis alsoauthor of the
book: Flight of Faith: My Mira-
cle on the Hudson.
Ed Niewinski at 287-4670.
St Joseph Marello
William St., Pittston
Mass schedule:
Monday to Friday at 7:30 and
11:30 a.m.
Saturday Evening: 4 and 7
p.m.
Sunday: 8:00, 9:30, 11:15 a.m.
First Friday: Masses at 7:30
a.m. and 11:30 a.m. with devo-
tion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
First Saturday: Mass at 8 a.m.
with prayers to the Blessed
Mother.
Novenas:
Every Tuesday after 11:30 a.m.
Masses novena to the Miracu-
lous Medal and Mother Cabrini.
Every Wednesday after 11:30
a.m. Masses novena to Saint Jo-
seph & St. Joseph Marello
Every Tuesday at 7 p.m. there
is a Holy Hour.
The Rosary is recited 20 min-
utes before all week day Masses
and weekend Masses.
Religious Education Program:
Registration for all children in
the Religious Education Pro-
gram, kindergarten to 6th grade,
was held. If youmissedthe regis-
tration, contact Mrs. Audi at
654-33326.
Classes for kindergarten to 4th
grade are held on Wednesdays
from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Classes for 5th and 6th graders
are held on Sundays at 8:45a.m.
Children will attend the 9:30
a.m. Mass.
Any child who has some diffi-
culties following this schedule,
please call Terri Audi at 654-
3326 or Father Joe at the Rectory
at 654-6902.
Children who have received
the Sacrament of Confirmation
will have a special program be-
ginning on Sunday October 14.
High School students will
have a special program begin-
ning with the Advent Season.
On Tuesday the Scranton Dio-
cesan Sacred Heart Singers will
performat 6:45 p.m. with a prel-
ude of traditional devotional
songs along with original com-
positions written by Ernest Pap-
pa, Director of the singers. The
group will also sing during the
Mass at 7 p.m.
Mr. Pappa, President of the
Enthronement of the Sacred
Heart Guild, will speak on the
Enthronement of the Sacred
Hearts of Jesus and Mary in the
home and its spiritual benefits.
Next Sunday the Italian Amer-
ican Association of Luzerne
County will attend the 11:15 a.m.
Mass in St. Joseph Marello par-
ish. After the Mass they will
process by cars to the Columbus
monument on South Main
Street, Pittston, where a special
ceremony will take place.
Next Sunday members of the
Montedoro Society will attend
the 11:15 Mass to celebrate the
Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary.
At 3 p.m. a procession will take
place to maintain the traditions
of the ancestors of this group.
Next Sunday the members of
the PittstonHighSchool Class of
1949 will attend the 9:30 Mass.
The Altar &Rosary Society is
holding a Match the Daily Eve-
ning Lottery Number Fundrais-
er. The drawing numbers will be
for the week Nov. 5-11. If anyone
is interested please contact the
rectory or any officer: There-
sa-655-2006, Cathy 655-1260,
Mary-654-7373, Jean-654-2081
or Joyce-655-8442.
Wyoming Area Catholic
School will be sponsoring their
first ever WAOctoberfest on Fri-
day, October 12, from6-9 p.m. at
the Susquehanna Brewing Co. in
Pittston. Tickets cost $30 and in-
clude beer tasting of SBC beers,
hor doevures, raffles, and music
from Frankie Warren of Magic
93. Call the school 654-7982.
The pastor asks all the faithful
to participate in the 40 Days of
Prayer and Fasting for our
country beginning now to the
Election Day November 6. Par-
ticipation may include attending
daily Mass, reciting the Rosary,
attending Holy Hour, making
personal sacrifices and fasting.
Forty Days for Life is held
Sept. 26 to November 4 in front
of Planned Parenthood in
Wilkes-Barre, Monday-Friday at
9a.m. at 63N. FranklinSt. Those
attending pray five decades of
the Rosary for an end to abor-
tion. 40Days of Life is a commu-
nity-based campaign that draws
attention to the evil of abortion
through the use of a three-point
program: Prayer and fasting,
Constant Vigil and Community
Outreach.
New altar servers:
It is a great privilege to serve
around the altar. Have you ever
thought about it? A new class is
beingformedanyone whohas
received First Communion is eli-
gible to register. For more infor-
mation, contact the rectory at
654-6902.
St. Joseph Marello Senior
Choir will resume rehearsals on
Mondays at 7 p.m. New mem-
bers are most welcome.
Corpus Christi Parish
Luzerne Ave., West Pittston
Parish Cookbook
Planning Meeting
This small group of volunteers
are in the early planning stages
of creating a parish cookbook.
Designer Bingo
November 4 in ICC Hall. En-
joy bingo with a twist, bingo to
win brand name prizes such as
Coach, Vera Bradley, Silpada,
Anthropology and more.
Youth Group
All students in 7th grade and
older are encouraged and wel-
come to join.
To sign up now visit our web-
site www.corpuschristinepa-
.com. The group meets the first
Sunday of each month from Oc-
tober to May at 6 p.m. in ICC
hall.
First meeting on Sunday, Oc-
tober 7.
Youth Choir
All children are welcome to
join the Youth Choir. Directors,
Mary Supey and Mary Ellen
Gianuzzi will be starting prac-
tice in October.
The Youth Choir will be sing-
ing at Family Masses on various
Sundays at ICC and Holy Re-
deemer.
The first Family Mass this
year featuring our youth choir
will be on Sunday, October 28 at
10:30 a.m. For more info call
Mary Supey @ 654-8402.
Our Lady of the Eucharist
535 N Main Street, Pittston
www.eucharist-pittston.org
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
School of Religious Education
Classes for grades 1 6 are
held on Sunday mornings from
9:15 to 10:15 a.m. The parish re-
MATTERS OF FAITH
Rummage sale Saturday in Exeter
Misericordia University celebrated Mercy Week and the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, which founded the institution in 1924, by
hosting a Service Fair in the Banks Student Life Center. KimWalsh of Laflin one student that participated. The annual fair gives stu-
dents an opportunity to meet with representatives fromsocial service agencies that work in the local community and have a need for
volunteers and support. The agencies represented at the fair included Big Brothers, Big Sisters, Hospice Community Care, Hospice
of the Sacred Heart, Domestic Violence Service Center, Commission for Economic Opportunity, McGlynn and Mineral Springs Learn-
ing Centers, Ruth's Place, Geisinger Wyoming Valley, Junior Achievement of Northeastern Pa., Inc., Victims Resource Center, SPCA,
Heartland Hospice and Center of the Village. The departments of Student Activities, Service-Learning and Campus Ministry, along
with the Insalaco Center for Career Development, coordinated the one-day fair. Misericordia University speech-language pathology
students Gina Grant fromNational Park, N.J., KimWalsh fromLaflin, Pa., and Amanda Tomaselli fromTrucksville, Pa., shown from
left, discuss volunteer opportunities at Hospice Community Care (HCC), Kingston, Pa., with Erin McGuire, a social work major from
Scranton, Pa., who is currently an intern at HCC, and Misericordia alumna Kelly McAndrew of Bear Creek, Pa., volunteer coordinator,
HCC. The meeting took place at a recent Misericordia University Service Fair, held during Mercy Week at the campus in Dallas, Pa.
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R E L I G I O N
minds parents of their obligation
tosee that childrenattendweekly
Religious Education classes.
If you have any questions with
regardtothe program, please call
Sister Mary Ann at 654-0263.
Due to the Columbus Day Holi-
day, there are NOReligious Edu-
cation Classes next weekend.
Parish Pastoral Council
The Parish Pastoral Council
met on Monday, September 24,
andthe followingitems were dis-
cussed and moved upon:
Making an adjustment to the
Sunday Mass Schedule by mov-
ing the 10:30 a.m. Mass to 11:00
a.m. beginning the First Sunday
of Advent; with that change in
place, Religious Education
Classes will be moved from a
9:15 a.m. to a 9:30 a.m. start.
Classes will then run from 9:30
to 10:30 a.m. on Sunday morn-
ings, beginning with the First
Sunday of Advent; setting the
date for the 2nd Anniversary
Dinner in honor of the Parish
Founding for Sunday, November
18 from noon to 3:00 p.m.
The cost of dinner tickets will
be $5.00for adults, withchildren
10 years of age and under free;
the Celebration of St. Nicholas is
set for Thursday evening, De-
cember 6 at 6:30 p.m.; the date
for our 2nd Annual Nite-at-the-
Races is set for Friday, February
8, 2013.
The parish will be celebrating
the Year of Faith(10/11/201211/
24/2013) by putting in place a
number of speakers on various
topics of faith and arranging for
an organizational meeting for
young adults (20s 30s) in the
Pittston Area who might be in-
terested in setting up social, spir-
itual and service activities. More
information on all items will fol-
low.
The next meeting for the
Council will be on Monday, No-
vember 5, at 7:00 p.m. in the Re-
ligious Education Center.
Scripture Study
Scripture Study continues.
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.
Both programs are held in the
parish hall.
Choir Rehearsals
Choir rehearsals are held on
Wednesday evenings from 7:00
to 8:00 p.m. New members are
always welcome. If this is your
first time joining the choir,
please call Michael Sowa at 655-
1419 so that a music binder can
be prepared for you.
55th Annual St. Jude Novena
The 55th Annual Novena in
honor of Saint Jude will be held
at Our Lady of the Eucharist Par-
ish (St. Mary, Help of Christians
Church), 535 North Main Street,
Pittston, fromFriday, October 19
through Sunday, October 28.
There will be two services dai-
ly. Mass, followed by novena
prayers and veneration of the rel-
ic of St. Jude, Patron Saint of
Hopeless Cases and Things De-
spaired Of will be celebrated
Mondays through Fridays at
noon and at 7:00 p.m., Saturdays
at noon and at 4 p.m., and Sun-
days at 10:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
The Rosary will be recited be-
fore all services and Confessions
will be heardprior toall services.
The following guest homilists
are scheduled for the novena:
Friday, October 19 at noon and
7:00 p.m., Father John Doris;
Saturday, October 20at noonand
4:00p.m., Father JeffreyTudgay;
Sunday, October 21 at noon and
5:00 p.m., Father Paul McDon-
nell, O.S.J.; Monday, October 22
at noon and 7:00 p.m., Father Jo-
seph Verespy; Tuesday, October
23 at noon and 7:00 p.m., Father
Steven Roth; Wednesday, Octo-
ber 24 at noon and 7:00 p.m., Fa-
ther Paul Fontanella; Thursday,
October 25 at noon and 7:00
p.m., Father John Lambert, V.E.;
Friday, October 26 at noon and
7:00 p.m., Father James Raffer-
ty; Saturday, October 27 at noon,
Deacon Joseph DeVizia; Satur-
day at 4:00 p.m., Father Daniel
Schwebs, O.S.J.; and Sunday,
October 28 at 10:30 a.m., Father
Thomas J. Maloney.
Father Philip Altavilla, V.G.,
Vicar General of the Diocese of
Scranton and Moderator of the
Curia will celebrate the Solemn
Closing Liturgy on Sunday, Oc-
tober 28 at 5:00 p.m. Father Alta-
villa serves as the rector of the St.
Peters Cathedral, Scranton and
is spearheading the Diocesan
Celebration of The Year of Faith.
For additional information,
please call the parish office at
654-0263.
Sacred Heart of Jesus
Lackawanna Ave., Dupont
This weeks mass schedule:
Monday through Friday at 7:00
a.m., Saturday at 4:00 p.m. and
Sunday at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30
a.m. (Note that there is no 7:30
a.m. mass on Saturday.)
Choir rehearsal will be held on
Thursday, Sept. 27 from 6:30
p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the choir
loft. Newmembers are welcome.
The first CCD class of this
school year was on Monday,
September 24.
Parents of Confirmation stu-
dents will meet on October 15 at
6:00 p.m.
The CCD program is looking
for adult volunteers to be class-
room aides, substitute teachers
or helping with phone calls and
special projects. If you are inter-
ested in helping out, call Elain-
eStarinski at 65406957.
Cemetery Sunday will be ob-
served on Sunday, October 28.
Adult Bible Study continued
on Wed., Sept. 26, at 7:00 p.m. in
the lower level meeting room of
the rectory and will meet every
other Wednesday now thru the
Advent season. The Bible Study
will focus on the Gospel of Mat-
thew.
St. Barbara Parish
28 Memorial Avenue, Exeter
Office Hours: Monday Fri-
day 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.
Evenings, by appointment.
Phone: 654-2103
Monthly Confirmation Class
for high school students will be-
gin next Sunday at 9:15 a.m. in
the Rectory.
Blessing of the Animals
In honor of St. Francis Assisi
the parish will bless pets and ani-
mals at 12 p.m. today, Sunday,
September 30 under the pavil-
ion. Please keep your pets on a
leash or in a cage.
St. Barbaras Parish Ziti Din-
ner, Saturday, October 27, in the
Parish Center 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Donations are beingacceptedfor
the following items: spaghetti
sauce (big cans), tomato puree
(cans) and ziti.
Social Concerns Committee:
David Clarke, Director of Ser-
vice Social concerns, Office of
Parish Life of the Diocese of
Scranton, will give a presenta-
tion of guidelines and an over-
view of Catholic social teaching
and practical steps in forming a
Parish Social Concerns Com-
mittee.
The presentation will be held
on Monday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. in
the parish center.
All parishioners are invited to
attend the presentation, especial-
ly those interested in being in-
volved in a Social Concerns
Committee.
FOOD DRIVE: The parish
will be resuming our food col-
lection for the Greater Pittston
Food Pantry. Collection boxes-
will be placed in both churches
to accept donations of canned
andboxedfooditems. Anydona-
tion is always appreciated. Food
will be delivered weekly.
Year of Faith:
Next month marks the begin-
ning of the Year of Faith as de-
clared by Pope Benedict XVI.
Its a time to reflect on and renew
ones faith.
On October 11, hundreds of
Catholic churches andthousands
of people across the United
States will be joining together to
ring in the first day of the Year of
Faith. St. Barbaras will join Ca-
tholic churches across the coun-
try by ringing our church bells at
noon on Thursday, October 11 to
celebrate the beginning of the
Year of Faith.
Religious Education News
Religious education classes
got off to a good start last Sun-
day. There are almost 200 stu-
dents and 22 volunteers. Last
week focused on allowing stu-
dents and staff to get to knowone
another. This week begins the
first chapter in the texts.
Several children attended
classes without registering. Re-
member: all students must be
registered to attend class. To do
so, please stop in the parish of-
fice during the week or the reli-
gious ed office on Sunday morn-
ing. There is a $16 text book
charge.
Any students in ninth grade or
beyond who want to receive con-
firmation to please call the of-
fice.
Volunteers are welcomed. If
you are interested, please call the
parish
Parent meetings will be sched-
uled soon. Please watch this
space for further information.
St. John the Evangelist
Parish Community
35 William Street
Phone: 654-0053
Pittston.
Sept. 30 - Knitting Ministry
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Oct 1 Altar and Rosary meet-
ing at 1 p.m. Refreshments
served.
Oct 2 Healing Hearts Be-
reavement Ministry 7 p.m., Bap-
tismal Classes 7 p.m. , Health
Clinic Board meeting 7 p.m.
The Greater Pittston Food
Pantry is sponsored by the Care
and Concern Committee of St.
John the Evangelist Parish. Any-
one in need of food is asked to
call 654-9923.
Distribution of food is by ap-
pointment only.
The Free Health Clinic is open
at 5:30 p.m. every Wednesday in
the former Seton Catholic High
School, first come first serve.
Greater Pittston Kids Closet
celebrating its third anniversary
provides new and gently used
clothing.
Hours are Wednesday from 9
to 11:30 a.m. and 5 to 7 p.m.
The Closet always accepts do-
nations of new and gently used
clothing.
St Johns Lutheran
7 Wood St., Pittston
570-655-2505, stjohnspitt-
ston@verizon.com
Pastor John Castellani
Sunday Service 9:30 a.m.
Organist, Marcia Colleran
Reader, Michelle Cherney
Acolyte, Emily Goyne
Greeter, Sharleen Palima
Ushers, Bill Givens and Dar-
win Perschau
The Prayer List goes out to
militarypersonnel andtheir fam-
ilies. Robert Schumaker, Edna
Hopkins, KarenKorney, Howard
Weislogel, Al Palima, Margaret
Borget, Stephen Oceanas, Nan-
cy Dymond Hackett, Ray Mor-
gan, Emalee Karhurka, Bobby
Drummond, Lenoard Peterson,
Gene Rooney, Charles Barone,
Mike and Jodie Farrell and Barb
Mizenko; shut-ins Mary Agnes
Mangle, Ted Burkel, Donna Ca-
pobianco, Elaine Proietto, Don-
na Bobbounie and Gladys Bow-
man.
Council Meeting Monday Oc-
tober 1 at 6:30 p.m.
Acolyte schedule for October
is as follows: Oct. 7 Brooke
Cherney; Oct. 14 Richard Drum-
mond; Oct. 21 Justin Peterson;
Oct. 28 Marissa Faccipointi.
St. Johns P.M. Church
316 Main St., Avoca
Pastor Rich Rock
570-457-8281
Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.
Holy Communion the first
Sunday of every month
Bible Study every Wednesday
6:00-7:30 p.m.
St. Maria Goretti
Laflin Road, Laflin, PA. 18702
Pastor: Monsignor Neil Van
Loon
42redwood@comcast.net
www.stmariagoretti-laflin.org
Today Sunday, September 30,
will be the first Childrens Litur-
gyof the year at the11a.m. Mass.
Students will be directly partici-
pating in this Mass.
The 6th, 7th and 8th grade stu-
dents are asked to sit with our
younger children to help during
Mass. This will count as one
hour toward service hours. Give
your log to Monsignor or one of
the teachers to sign after Mass. If
you attend every Childrens
Mass this year, you would earn
eight hours toward your required
30 hours of service.
BLESSING OF ANIMALS
St. Francis of Assisi is known
as the patron saint of animals.
Because of this, it is customary
for Catholics to hold ceremonies
blessing animals on his feast day
of October 4.
In keeping with this tradition,
Monsignor VanLoon will bless
animals in the parking lot of the
Church at 4 p.m. on Thursday,
October 4.
HARVEST TEA
When: October 10
Time: 7 p.m. until ?
Cost $10.00
Everyone is welcome. This
fun-filled evening is a fundraiser
for the Monsignor Gray Merit
Award which is presented each
year to a deserving senior from
the parish. Call 655-0200 for
more information or reserva-
tions.
Join the 25th National Life
Chain. Stand with thousands of
pro-lifers throughout the USA.
Youll be a light in a darkened
world as you help put an end to
abortion through prayer. Loca-
tion: Kingston Corners on Mar-
ket Street. Meet at 12:45 p.m. at
Penn Plaza parking lot for distri-
bution of signs.
Donna Baloga @239-9404 or e-
mail chuggle24@hotmail.com.
Scranton Preps Open House
will be held on Sunday, October
14 from 1 to 4 p.m. Seventh and
eighth grade students, their par-
ents andfamilies are cordiallyin-
vited to attend.
Scranton Preps scholarship
entrance exam will be held on
Saturday, December 1, for eighth
grade students interested in ap-
plying for the fall term of 2013.
Registration will be at 8:30 a.m.
and the exam begins at 9 a.m.
Students may pre-register by
calling 941-7737, ext. 141.
St. Marys Polish National
Catholic Church
200 Stephenson St. Duryea
Rev. Fr. Carmen G. Bolock,
Pastor Phone: 457-2291
Email: padre@saintma-
ryspncc.org
Website: saintmaryspncc.org
Holy Mass: Sunday 9:30 a.m.
Weekdays: 8 a.m.
Holy Days: 8 a.m. & 7 p.m.
St. Monicas 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
www.stmonicanepa.com.
Father Leo McKernan, Pastor
Mr. William Jenkins, Deacon
Mass Schedule:
Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m. at
OLOS
Sunday: 8:30 a.m. at STJ
11:00 a.m. at OLOS
New Daily Mass Schedule:
Daily Mass at OLOS Tues,
Wed., Fri. 7:00 a.m. (Except 1st
Friday 7:00 p.m.); Mon. 7
p.m. and Thurs. 7:00 p.m.
Miraculous Medal Novena
after Monday Evening Mass
Rosary and Chaplet of Divine
Mercy Before Morning Mass
Adoration of The Most
Blessed Sacrament
First Friday, October 5, Expo-
sition and Adoration of the
Blessed Sacrament will follow 7
p.m. Mass until Midnight.
Benediction of the Blessed
Sacrament and the Divine Prais-
es will follow.
All are welcome to attend.
Bible Study has resumed on
Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m.
(after the 7 p.m. Mass.) The
group will be exploring the Liv-
ing Word of God in Genesis &
The Torah.
Each week the group will re-
flect on the teachings of the first
five books of the Bible and draw
out wisdom on how to under-
stand and live Gods Word. The
evening ends with Sung Com-
pline (Night Prayer of the
Church) at 8:45 p.m. Bring your
Bible if you have one.
A limited number of Bibles is
available.
R.C.I.A Rite of Christian
Initiation of Adults & Growing
in the Faith through Christian
Formation- the Parish of St.
Monicas invites you to look into
the Catholic Faith; learn more
about your faith if you are a Ca-
tholic; inquiry into the life of
Christ and His Church; enter
more into Sacred Scripture. Peo-
ple of all Faith backgrounds are
welcome. Has your Christian
education stopped in your teen-
age years?
The metings have started on
Wednesday nights at 7 p.m. at
OLOS Rectory (back porch in-
formal and relaxed atmosphere.)
For more information call the
Parish Office at 693-1991.
October Events at St. Monica
Parish:
Dinner and a Movie Night:
Saturday, October 6 after the
Vigil Mass (4 p.m.) at St. Mon-
icas Parish at O.L.O.S. site at
363 W. 8th St., West Wyoming,
Pa. at 5:30 p.m. with the movie
October Baby sponsored by
our Parish and the Guardian of
the Redeemer Catholic Mens
Fellowship.
All are welcome and if you
would like to bring a covered
dish to share it would be appre-
ciated.
For more information call Fa-
ther McKernan at 693-1991 or
email at monicaww@veri-
zon.net.
Life Chain: Sunday, October 7
at Kingston Corners on Market
Street (in front of Walgreens.)
There will be a peaceful and
prayerful public witness of Pro-
Life Americans standing for 90
minutes for an end to abortion.
Meet at Penn Plaza for signs. For
more information call Donna
Baloga at 570-239-9404. Or visit
www.lifechain.net.
Mens Communion Breakfast:
Saturday, October 27, the men of
the Parish will hold a Communi-
onBreakfast (Fathers, bringyour
sons.)
Mass will be at 8a.m. followed
by a breakfast and conference on
The Year of Faith with Father
David Cramer as keynote speak-
er.
There is no charge for the af-
fair but a free will offering will
be asked.
For more information call Fa-
ther McKernan at 693-1991 or
email at monicaww@veri-
zon.net.
St. Peters Evangelical
Lutheran Church
100 Rock Street, Hughestown
Stpeters_elc@yahoo.com
654-1009
Sunday School, 9 a.m.
Worship Service 10 a.m.
Come and worship. All are
welcome
Confirmation Classes are on
Sunday at 9:00 am
7th graders, 1st and 2nd Sun-
day of the month
8th graders, 3rd and 4th Sun-
day of the month
Queen of the Apostles Parish
715 Hawthorne St.
(570) 457-3412
stmarysavoca@verizon.net
www.stmaryavoca.4lpi.com
Daily Masses: 8 a.m.
(Wednesday at 7 p.m.)
Eucharistic Adoration: Tues-
days 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 and
11 a.m.
Confession: Saturdays 3-3:45
p.m.; anytime upon request by
calling 457-3412.
In honor of the Blessed Moth-
er and October as the month of
the rosary, Queenof the Apostles
Parish will pray the rosary and
litany of the Blessed Virgin Ma-
ry following the 8 a.m. daily
Mass and on Wednesdays at 7
p.m. at St. Marys Church, 715
Hawthorne St. The Litany for
Life will be prayed on the days of
Eucharistic Adoration.
The parish has Adoration of
the Blessed Sacrament from 8
a.m. to 8 p.m. every Tuesday at
the church.
Eucharistic Adorers are need-
ed for the12:30 to1:30 p.m. time
slot. The Rosary and the Litany
of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is
prayed for the intentions written
in the adoration and lobby books
along with the special intentions
of those present at 7:30 p.m. fol-
lowed by Benediction.
If you can help, call Ann Jake
at 457-3521 or the parish office
at 457-3412.
The First Friday healing Mass
will take place at 7 p.m. on Oct. 5
at the church.
The parish pastoral council
will have an all-parish meeting at
5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6 in St.
Spring St. Various committee
members will give presentations
at this time to discuss the parishs
status and future direction. Pizza
and refreshments will be served
at 5:30 p.m.
In honor of the feast day of St.
Francis of Assisi, patron saint of
animals in the Roman Catholic
Church, there will be a pet bless-
ing at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 7 in
the church parking lot.
In honor of Respect Life Sun-
day, there will be a special bless-
ing for parents-to-be, their un-
born children and families fol-
lowing the 4 p.m. on Saturday,
Oct. 7 and the 8, 9:30 and11a.m.
Masses on Sunday, Oct. 7 at the
church.
There will also be a special
Eucharistic Holy Hour which
will include Exposition of the
Blessed Sacrament, rosary,
prayer of the hours and Benedic-
tion of the Blessed Sacrament
from 4 to 5 p.m. on Oct. 7.
Wesley Village staff enjoys summer picnic
Staff members of United Methodist Homes' Wesley Village Campus were treated to a summer pic-
nic on Aug. 2. Board Chair Calli Berg, center, is shown visiting with Anderson Personal Care envi-
ronmental services staff Ann LaNunziata, left and Elizabeth Romanowski during the event.
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C O M M U N I T Y
The parish youth group will
have a virtual baby shower
throughout October. Donation
boxes are located in the church
vestibule.
All proceeds benefit the Care
and Concern Free Health Clinic,
Pittston. Call the parish office at
457-3412 for a list of collection
items.
The pastoral council will meet
at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 8 in
the rectory.
The womens guild will meet
at 7p.m. onTuesday, Oct. 9inthe
auditoriumof St. Marys School.
The annual appeal committee
will meet at 7:30 p.m. on
Wednesday, Oct. 10 and 24 in the
rectory.
There will be a special evening
prayer to inaugurate the Year of
Faith at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct.
11 at the church.
The worship committee will
meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct.
15 in the rectory.
The Womens Guild will spon-
sor its annual Harvest Tea from1
to4p.m. onSunday, Oct. 21inSt.
Spring St.
Tickets for the tea are $10 per
person.
For more information or to re-
serve a table, contact Jane Max-
well at 335-8678 or Patricia
Kwiatkowski at 457-7117.
The building and grounds
committee will meet at 6:30 p.m.
on Monday, Oct. 29 in the recto-
ry.
The finance council will meet
at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 30 in
the rectory.
Second Presbyterian
143 Parsonage St., Pittston
654-1411
Sunday, September 30: 9:30
a.m., Sunday School; 11 a.m.
Worship
Tuesday, October 1: 7 p.m.,
AA Meeting
Wednesday, October 3: 6:30
p.m. Choir Rehearsal
Trinity Episcopal Church
Spring Street and Montgom-
ery Avenue, West Pittston
Parish Mission: To live and
build holy community.
All welcome: Worldwide An-
glican Communion
We believe in one holy, Ca-
tholic apostolic church.
Web of information and links
at www.trinityepiscopalchurch-
westpittston.org and www.dio-
beth.org.
Sunday Holy Eucharist: 11
a.m. every Sunday.
Food Pantry: September items
needed are pastas and sauces.
Gerritys gift cards, cash dona-
tions and other non-perishable
foods also accepted.
Prayer network. Open To Pub-
lic. Daily prayer for those with
needs requesting prayerful sup-
port.
Start Prayer network at parish
office 654-3261.
Youth Program: 10:45 a.m. ev-
ery Sunday. Weekday special
events andservice projects as an-
nounced.
Faith Forum for Adults: En-
richment for adults seeking spir-
itual renewal and opportunities
for ministry and volunteerism.
Parish Life Events Team: Bi-
monthly first Sundays.
Parish Council: Every second
Sunday.
Women of Trinity: Every third
Sunday.
WOT Ministry Invitation. The
Women of Trinity have under-
taken a ministry to help support
Good Shepherd Episcopal
Church of Scranton in their ou-
treach to the homeless of the re-
gion.
Each month after enjoying a
home cooked meal at Good
Shepherd all who have needs
may shop for necessities like
clothing, shoes, and toiletries in
a store-like setting in the
churchs refurbished basement
of donated items.
The Woman of Trinity has
supported this ministry by deliv-
ering 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 themin helping the less
fortunate.
Donations of trial size and
sample size toiletries are wel-
come.
Party and Banquet Space.
Newly renovated banquet room
and kitchen.
All Day Rental $100. Reserva-
tions at 654-3261.
Music Together Classes: Fun
and music for infants and chil-
dren through age five accompa-
nied by a parent or caregiver.
Visit www.musictogether.com
for information on Music To-
gether.
Next semester starts Sept. 25.
For registration information
call 654-3261.
United Methodist Church
Corner of Broad & Church
Sts.
Pittston
Rev. Susan Hardman-Zimmer-
man
Sunday Worship Service 9:30
a.m.
Childrens 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:
2ndMonday unless told other-
wise
Websitewww.umcpittston.org
Phone 655-4340 leave mess-
age
Family Style Roast Chicken
Dinner Saturday, October 27
from4:30p.m. to7p.m. - Tickets
are $9 for Adults - $4.50 for chil-
dren under 10.
Dinner includes 1/2 roast
chicken, family style, mashed
potatoes, gravy, green beans,
pepper hash, cranberry sauce,
dessert and beverage.
For tickets call 603-1915 or
332-9156 leave a message if no
answer.
Advanced tickets are recom-
mended only a limited number
of tickets will be available at the
door.
Bus trip to Dutch Apple Din-
ner Theater in Lancaster on
Thursday, November 29 to see
"A Swingin Christmas".
The show provides beautiful
singing, breath-taking dancing,
gorgeous costumes, rib-tickling
fun and a commitment to the real
meaning of the holiday.
Price of the trip is $80 which
includes a buffet dinner, bus
seat, show ticket and bus driver
tip. A $40 payment is required
with reservations and the bal-
ance is due by October 15.
For additional information or
to make a reservation call 654-
2310 or 654-8775.
The trip is being sponsored by
the Womens Group of the Unit-
ed Methodist Church Pittston.
FAITH
Continued from Page
Books and Donations placed at the Pittston Li-
brary
In memory of Rosine Bellanco Coming Home
presented by Cathy Turonis
In memory of Cassidy Summer Thomas Two For
One presented by Al &Ann Irvin The Quintessen-
tial Quinoa Cookbook presented by Lee Bantell
In memory of Rosina Bellanco Weeknights with
Giada presented by Joann Polidori "Coming
Home" presented by Cathy Turonis
In memory of Jospehine Shifflett Dinner, ALove
Story presented by Joe & Nancy Cronick
In memory of Joseph Dennis Service: A Navy
Seal At War presented by Brenda Lispi & Linda
Kohut
In memory of Richard Joseph The Jefferson
Lies presented by James Harowicz Bad Animals
presented by Joe and Rosemary Dessoye
In memory of Angie Sciandra 10 Mindful Min-
utes presented by Shirley Trotta and Elaine Centi
In memory of Justin Burns The Challenge pre-
sented by Patrick and Josephine Dowd and Family
Inmemoryof MaryI. Burns BetweenThe Lines
presented by Joan Pascolini and Alicia Hintze
In memory of Brian Hoover Son of Neptune
presented by Paul Zaffuto Sophomore Campaign &
The Legend of Mickey Tussler presented by Teresa
LoBrutto
In memory of Clifford S. Wachtel, DDS ABC
Dentist presented by Linda OBoyle
In memory of Msgr. Francis Callahan ABlaze Of
Glory presented by Ellen & Jerry Mondlak
In memory of Charles Schifano The Risk Agent
presented by Joe and Jean Sperrazza
In memory of Peggy Briggs Spring Fever pre-
sentedbyAndrewandKristenCole Summerland&
Back Fire presented by Pat and Bob Cole
In memory of Evelyn Castellino Beautiful Sacri-
fice presented by Bill and Josie Howley
In memory of Michael Kosar The Bourn Imper-
ative presented by Lili and Jeanie
Inmemoryof Charles D. LemmondJr. The Presi-
dents Club presented by Lili and Jeanie Villa Ro-
ma
In memory of Wanda Braccini Sweet Design
presented by Michael & Renee Mesaris and Family
In memory of Mary Gunning Guilty Wives pre-
sented by Christopher & Sabrina
In memory of Helene Manginello Friends Forev-
er presented by The Hoban Family
In memory of John Dombroaky Campout &The
Total Outdoors Man Manual presented by Barbara
& Carmen Oliveri
In memory of Beatrice Montagna Sandcastle-
Girls presented by Joe and Rosemary Dessoye
In memory of Eugene Oscar LaFratte Judgement
Call presented by Michael and Renee Mesaris and
family
In memory of Lucy Pace Where We Belong pre-
sented by Stella Roman, Karen Christein and rose
VanDemark
In memory of Mary Marcino Soska The Judge-
ment presented by Maria Capolarella Montante
Dedication Books Placed At The Pittston Library
Adedication to The staff at Pittston City Early In-
tervention Unit presented by Michael Jacob Fath &
Sophia Gronka
A dedication to Pat Solano The Storm and The
ThirdGate presentedbyJames andGloria Blandina
Prague Winter presented by Pat and Fred Gubitose
A dedication to Lighthouse Academy Artemis
Fowl presented by Lori Ostrowski
Memorial donations placed at the Pittston Library
In memory of Irene Cerza by Shirley Trotta
In memory of George Cameli by Rose LoBrutto
In memory of Lucy Pace by Antoinette Ardiere
Pittston Memorial Library 47 Broad Street Pitt-
ston Pa 18640 570-654-9565
PI TTSTON L I BRARY
Memorial books,
and donations
placed at library
United Methodist Homes Wesley Village hosted its annual end-of-summer luau in late August, featuring entertainers Windfall. There were leis all
around and lunch included ambrosia and mocktails. The weather cooperated, serving up a hot, Hawaiian-like day. Shown enjoying the event are, from
left, first row, Anderson Personal Care resident Veronica Ruda, Partridge-Tippett Nursing Facility residents Josephine Pavlico, Iva Walsh and Elizabeth
Carriero. Second row, junior volunteer Joey Wruble, Activity Aide Suzie Mizzer, junior volunteer Alyssa Giamusso, Windfall member Diane Jones,
Myers Manor residents Margaret Karassik and Mary Doran and Activity Aide Mary Ann Battista, . Third row, Activity Aide Chelsea Lopatka and
Windfall member Vernon Jones.
UNI TED METHODI ST HOME
End of summer luau at Wesley Village
United Methodist Homes Wesley Village Campus hosted its 15th annual car show on Sept. 9 with made-to-order late-summer weather. Residents,
staff, family members and community members enjoyed the wide variety of vehicles on display, including trucks, classic cars and more. The event also
includeda bake sale, a craft show, a basket raffle anda selectionof food. Assistant Administrator Danielle Janeski, standingleft, andAdministrator John
Lopatka, standing right, and Partridge-Tippett Nursing Facility residents Ruth Geiser, seated left, and Mary Carr, seated right pose with car exhibitor
Guy Giordano, Jr. of Harveys Lake, center, who won the Residents Choice trophy.
Annual car show held at Wesley Village
SUNDAY DISPATCH SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2012 PAGE 8
100 Announcements
200 Auctions
300 Personal Services
400 Automotive
500 Employment
600 Financial
700 Merchandise
800 Pets & Animals
900 Real Estate
1000 Service Directory
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135 Legals/
Public Notices
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403 Aircraft
TOYOTA 11 CAROLA S
8500k Excellent
condition. Extend-
ed 5 year warran-
ty. Daughter joined
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570-401-1062
Berwick
406 ATVs/Dune
Buggies
HAWK 2011 UTILITY ATV
NEW!! Full size
adult ATV. Strong 4
stroke motor. CVT
fully automatic
transmission with
reverse. Electric
start. Front & rear
luggage racks.
Long travel suspen-
sion. Disc brakes.
Dual stage head
lights. Perfect for
hunters & trail rid-
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& READY TO RIDE.
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Wilkes-Barre
TOMAHAWK`11
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Wilkes-Barre
409 Autos under
$5000
FORD 95 F150
4x4. 1 Owner. 91K.
4.8 engine, auto.
Runs great. New
paint, stake body
with metal floor.
570-675-5046.
Leave message,
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$4495.
MAZDA `90 MIATA
Clean unmodified,
maintained. Recent
clutch, brakes.
good top. Inspected
until 3/2013. $2500.
Call or text 570-
407-4541 between
10 a.m. & 2:30 p.m
(570) 407-4541
412 Autos for Sale
DODGE 02
VIPER GTS
10,000 MILES V10
6speed, collec-
tors, this baby is
1 of only 750 GTS
coupes built in
2002 and only 1 of
83 painted Race
Yellow it still wears
its original tires
showing how it
was babied. This
car is spotless
throughout and is
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is shown by
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FORD 02 MUSTANG
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Red with black
top. 6,500 miles.
One Owner.
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570-760-5833
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MERCURY `79 ZEPHYR
6 cylinder
automatic.
52k original miles.
$1500. OBO
570-899-1896
412 Autos for Sale
TOYOTA `03
HIGHLANDER
White.
Original Owner.
Garage kept.
Excellent condition.
$9,750. Neg.
570-677-3892
TOYOTA 04 CELICA GT
112K miles. Blue,
5 speed. Air,
power
windows/locks,
CD/cassette, Key-
less entry, sun-
roof, 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
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415 Autos-Antique
& Classic
CHEVY 30 HOTROD COUPE
$47,000
GREAT DEALS!
MERCEDES 29
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1 owner, garage
kept, 65k original
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grey leather interior,
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415 Autos-Antique
& Classic
MERCEDES-BENZ `73
450SL
Convertible with
removable hard top,
power windows, AM
/FM radio with cas-
sette player, CD
player, automatic, 4
new tires. Cham-
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421 Boats &
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FISHING BOAT.
Like new. 16 1/2
Trophy Fiberglass.
25 HP Johnson
motor, 48 lb
thrust, trolling
motor with foot
control. Recharg-
er, pedestal front
seat, carpeted
floor. Live well,
storage compart-
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condition. $4500.
570-675-5046
after 12 noon
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
CHEVY 08 3500
HD DUMP TRUCK
2WD, automatic.
Only 12,000 miles.
Vehicle in like
new condition.
$19,000.
570-288-4322
439 Motorcycles
12 BRAND NEW
SCOOTER
All ready to ride,
electric start, auto-
matic transmission,
disk brakes, rear
luggage trunk,
under seat storage,
around 100 mpg,
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HARLEY 10 DAVIDSON
SPORTSTER CUSTOM
Loud pipes.
Near Mint
174 miles - yes,
One hundred and
seventy four
miles on the
clock, original
owner. $8000.
570-876-2816
HONDA 05
750 SHADOW
Windshield, saddle-
bags & new battery.
2,190 Miles Garage
Kept. Asking $4500.
570-430-3041
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SUZUKI 01 VS 800
GL INTRUDER
Garage kept, no
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Includes storage
jack & 2 helmets.
$3600
570-410-1026
439 Motorcycles
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
FOREST RIVER`08
5TH WHEEL
Model 8526RLS
Mountain Top,PA
$18,500
570-760-6341
451 Trucks/
SUVs/Vans
FORD 02 EXPLORER
Red, XLT, Original
non-smoking owner,
garaged, synthetic
oil since new, excel-
lent in and out. New
tires and battery.
90,000 miles.
$7,500
(570) 403-3016
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LAND ROVER 97
DISCOVERY
inspected runs well
$1800.
RANGE ROVER 95
CLASSIC
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570-675-9847
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MITSUBISHI `11
OUTLANDER SPORT SE
AWD, Black interi-
or/exterior, start/
stop engine with
keyless entry, heat-
ed seats, 18 alloy
wheels, many extra
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100,000 mile war-
ranty. $22,500. Will-
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smiling face to join
our bank happy
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week located in our
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Franklin St. We are
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responsible for
determining cus-
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cross selling prod-
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Excellent communi-
cation skills and
organizational skills,
proficient math
skills, thorough
knowledge of bank
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bank experience
are required. This
position offers a
professional work
environment, com-
petitive pay and
benefits package.
To be considered a
candidate for this
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meet the minimum
qualifications and
submit a letter of
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along with a com-
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First Liberty Bank
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533 Installation/
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Automotive Technician
The qualified candi-
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DRIVER
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days & nights with
experience. Must
have clean MVR and
pass DOT require-
ments. Pay is
based on experi-
ence. Call 570-899-
0336 between 8am
& 6pm
548 Medical/Health
DENTAL
HYGIENIST
Full time position.
Full benefits.
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570-822-3040
548 Medical/Health
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245 Old Lake Road
Dallas, PA 18612
(570) 639-1885
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Please apply in person
Riverview Ridge
300 Courtright St.
Wilkes-Barre, PA
18702
554 Production/
Operations
MAINTENANCE
SUPERVISOR
Small manufac-
turer needs
capable leader
with mechanical
and electrical
skils. Salary and
benefits. Send
resume to:
The Times Leader
Box 4155
15 N. Main Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA
18711-0250
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A. Rifkin Co., home
to many of the val-
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for over 100 years,
is currently seeking
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experienced Sewing
Machine Operators
to join our Apparel
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sewing experience
required.
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pay plus incentive,
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Wilkes-Barre, Penn-
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566 Sales/Retail/
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600
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700
MERCHANDISE
708 Antiques &
Collectibles
ANTIQUE OAK
BED
(late 1800s) with
matching dresser
and mirror.
Additional night-
stand included. All
refinished. Excellent
condition.
$1,050. 466-6499.
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ANTIQUE OAK
HIGHBOY
refinished with new
vintage hardware
Excellent condition
$350.
570-466-6499
744 Furniture &
Accessories
CHAIRS, (2)
Genuine
leather, cus-
tom made
recliners.
Taupe color,
like new. $550
each. SOFA,
CHAIR,
OTTOMAN, 3
TABLES, great
for den. Wood
and cloth, all in
excellent condi-
tion. $450.
Call after 12 noon
570-675-5046
PINE LOFT
BEDROOM SUITE:
Includes 3 dresser
drawers, book
shelve, desk with
drawers, and clos-
et. Asking 1000.00
or best offer. ALSO
HESS TRUCKS in
mint condition,
never out of the
boxes. From 1995-
2005 asking 35.
each. Call after 6:00
570-417-1088
BUYING
ALL US &
FOREIGN
COINS
CURRENCY
POSTCARDS
STAMPS
GOLD &
SILVER
-TOP DOLLARS
for Silver
Dollars
- TOP DOLLAR
for all United
States,
Canadian &
Foreign Coins &
Paper Money
-Gold Coins
greatly needed
-Proof & Mint
Sets
-Wheat Backs &
Indian Heads
-All Types of Old
Coins
-Gold & Silver
Jewelry &
Bullion
-Sterling Silver
& -Local
Postcards
-Lead Soldiers
& Better
Antiques
GET COIN DEALER
PRICES FOR
YOUR COINS
WE GIVE FREE
APPRAISALS
(No obligations,
No pressure)
HERITAGE
GALLERIES
52 Carr Ave
DALLAS, PA
Across from
Dallas Agway
on Rt. 415
TUES-SAT,
10-6
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or b
674-2646
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basement, garage
or attic and call the
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ment today at 570-
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758 Miscellaneous
BOOKS hardcover &
paperback, various
Authors, 2 Boxes
$20. a box.
Bread Machine, like
new $20. Sleeping
bags-4 of them
$10, $15. $20.$25.
like new. 4 shelf cor-
ner unit $20. TV, 19
Curtis Mathes Color
with remote, $15.
Calculator, Texas
Instrument. New,
$40 570-474-6028
CAR RAMPS, steel,
$40. POST HOLE
DIGGER, $15
570-288-4852
BEST PRICES
IN THE AREA
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570-301-3602
570-301-3602
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SILVER EAGLE
SILVER
DOLLARS
FOR SALE
Each 1 oz.,
0.999%. Available
are 500 Eagles in
monster box,
minted by the US
Treasury at the
West Point Mint.
$40 per coin, if
bought separately
or $39 each if
buying all 500.
570-856-1045
762 Musical
Instruments
CONSOLE PIANO:
Kohler Campbell,
very nice cabinetry,
with bench.
$1750 negotiable
Call 570-430-7212
774 Restaurant
Equipment
PRICES REDUCED
HOBART MIXER
Used. Model H600
60 qt. bowl, dolly,
wire whip, dough
hook, mixing
paddle plus 30 qt.
bowl, 2 wire whips,
mixing paddle
$4,500.
WALK-IN COOLER
used, size: 65wide
x 6 deep x 86 high
with floor, remote
outdoor compres-
sor & 25 line set
$3,400.
U.S. RANGE
Used, 10 burner,
2 oven base, shelf
on rear, lp gas
$600
570-675-7423
796 Wanted to Buy
Merchandise
BUYING SPORT CARDS
Pay Cash for
baseball, football,
basketball, hockey
& non-sports.
Sets, singles &
wax. Also buying
comics.
570-212-0398
800
PETS & ANIMALS
815 Dogs
PAWS
TO CONSIDER....
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YOUR PET
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You can then use
your account to
enhance your online
ad. Post up to 6
captioned photos
of your pet
Expand your text to
include more
information, include
your contact
information such
as e-mail, address
phone number and
or website.
MALTESE-POO
MIXED PUPPIES
Toy. Health
guarantee. $300.
570-765-0936
900
REAL ESTATE
FOR SALE
906 Homes for Sale
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people who promise
to forestall your
foreclosure for a fee
in advance. Report
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Trade Commission,
the nations con-
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agency. Call 1-877-
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EXETER
ONE OF A KING
CONTRACTORS HOME!
3 bedrooms, 2 1/2
baths, huge family
room, stone fire-
place, stone bar,
granite kitchen,
dining room, office
exercise room.
BEAUTIFUL VIEW
2 ACRES
$425,000 neg.
shown by appt only
570 690-6245
HANOVER TWP.
For Sale
by Owner
4 PARK STREET
Ranch, 3 bedroom,
1 bath. Corner lot.
Gas heat, 2 car
garage. $96,000.
570-823-8833
906 Homes for Sale
EXETER
OPEN HOUSE
Sunday
12pm-5pm
362 Susquehanna
Avenue
Completely remod-
eled, spectacular,
2 story Victorian
home, with 3 bed-
rooms, 1.5 baths,
new rear deck, full
front porch, tiled
baths & kitchen,
granite counter-
tops. All cherry
hardwood floors
throughout, all new
stainless steel
appliances & light-
ing. New oil fur-
nace, washer/dryer
in first floor bath.
Great neighbor-
hood, nice yard.
$174,900 (30 year
loan, $8,750 down,
$887/month, 30
years @ 4.5%)
NOT IN FLOOD
100% OWNER
FINANCING
AVAILABLE
Call Bob at
570-899-8877
570-654-1490
EXETER
Beautifully remod-
eled 3 bedroom
home in mint metic-
ulous condition, with
2 full baths, and a 2
car garage, hard-
wood floors, tile
floors, exterior com-
posite wood deck,
fully finished lower
level family room,
large closets, up-
graded kitchen with
stainless steel appli-
ances, granite
countertops, gas
heat, excellent
neighborhood.
$174,900
Bob Stackhouse
654-1490
JENKINS TWP.
Highland Hills
8 Patrick Road
Magnificent custom
built tudor home
with quality
throughout. Spa-
cious 4 bedrooms,
3.5 baths, 2 story
living room with
fireplace and library
loft. Dining room,
family room and 3
season sunroom
which overlooks
professionally land-
scaped grounds
with gazebo and
tennis/basketball
court. Lower level
includes recreation
room, exercise
room and 3/4 bath.
Enjoy this serene
acre in a beautiful
setting in Highland
Hills Development.
Too many amenities
to mention.
Taxes appealed
and lowered con-
siderably for year
2013. For more
info and photos
visit: www.atlas
realtyinc.com
MLS 12-723
OWNER SAYS
SELL. PRICED
REDUCED TO
$369,900
Call Terry
570-885-3041
Angie
570-885-4896
KINGSTON
142 Poplar St.
Fully remodeled,
move in ready!
3 bedrooms, 1 full
bath. Modern
kitchen, all stainless
steel appliances,
marble counter
tops, custom cabi-
nets. Beautiful
fenced in back
yard with deck and
firepit.
A MUST SEE!!!
$127,900
For additional
details or to see
home call
570-239-2882
NANTICOKE
1472 S. Hanover St.
Well maintained bi-
level. This home
features 2 bed-
rooms, 1 3/4 baths,
recreation room
with propane stove.
Walk out to a 3 sea-
son porch. Profes-
sionally landscaped
yard. 1 car garage,
storage shed, new
appliances, ceiling
fans. Close to
LCCC. $163,900.
Call 570-735-7594
906 Homes for Sale
LAFLIN
$129,900
111 Laflin Road
Nice 3 bedroom,
1.5 bath Split Level
home with hard-
wood floors, 1 car
garage, large yard
and covered patio
in very convenient
location. Great curb
appeal and plenty
of off street park-
ing. Rt. 315 to light
@ Laflin Rd. Turn
west onto Laflin Rd.
Home is on left.
For more info and
photos visit:
www.atlas
realtyinc.com
MLS 12-2852
Keri Best
570-885-5082
PITTSTON TWP.
$175,000
110 Front St.
Great price and
great location.
This well-maintained
3 bedroom, 1.5
baths bilevel home
is in move in condi-
tion. Spacious eat-in
kitchen with custom
cabinets, tile floor
and counters.
Unique lower level
family room with
wood burning fire-
place, office space.
laundry/bath combo.
Plenty of storage
including an 8X6
cedar closet. Out-
door space has
covered patio,
columned carport
and well manicured
partially fenced
yard. Detached
large garage.
For more info &
photos, go to
www.atlasrealty-
inc.com
MLS# 12-2053
Call Angie at
570-885-4896
Terry at
570-885-3041
PITTSTON TWP.
23 Ridge Street
4 Bedroom
Colonial Home in
Pocono Ridge
Estates. Large
2 Car Garage,
Paved Driveway,
Electric Heat &
Central Air, 1.5
Baths, Large Eat in
Kitchen & Dining
Room. Double
Deck with Hot Tub.
Low Taxes.
$219,000
Call
570-212-1404
SALE
PENDING
SHAVERTOWN
124 School Street
3 bedrooms,
1 1/2 baths
1566 sq ft
$134,900
(570) 313-5571
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TUNKHANNOCK
AREA
3 bedroom home,
2 baths, concrete
porch 3/4 around
the house, garage.
On six acres.
Stonework, stone
fireplace, heat with
wood or oil. Com-
mercial cook stove.
Beautiful view. Well
above flood or high
water. Some farm
equipment, track
loader. With gas &
oil rights. $350,000
570-665-9054
WEST PITTSTON
$189,900
DOUBLE
VICTORIAN HOME
621 WYOMING AVE
Not In Flood Zone
Good income
property. 3 car
detached garage.
In ground pool.
Large fenced yard.
570-760-0049
WILKES-BARRE
14 Thompson St.
2 Bedroom, 1.5
Bath. Offstreet
parking with
garage. Deck.
New kitchen and
bath. Good loca-
tion, Must See!
$84,500.
570-417-9970
906 Homes for Sale
WILKES-BARRE
13 Darling St.
$99,900
Beautifully main-
tained 2-story home
with 3 bedrooms
and 1 and 3/4 bath-
rooms. Oak floors
throughout with
chestnut woodwork.
Cherry kitchen,
stained glass win-
dows, french doors,
fireplace and a 3-
season porch all sit-
uated in a country-
like setting in the
heart of the city.
Huge attic can be
converted into mas-
ter suite or 4th or
5th bedroom. Off
street parking. Con-
venient location.
Nothing to do but
move in! Must see.
atlasrealtyinc.com
MLS #12-2620
$99,900
Directions: Travel-
ing south on North
River Rd; Left at
light at Courthouse
onto West North St,
Left onto Darling St.
Home is in the right.
atlas realtyinc.com
Call Keri Best
570-885-5082
P
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D
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WILKES-BARRE
70 McLean Street
$99,900
Very nicely updated
& maintained 2
story home, 3 bed-
rooms, 1 bath, 4-
season sunroom
with huge backyard
& deck. Newer car-
peting, off street
parking & security
system. ONE YEAR
HOME WARRANTY.
For more info and
photos visit:
www.atlas
realtyinc.com
MLS 12-2886
Keri Best
570-885-5082
WYOMING
OPEN HOUSE
SUN. 9/30 & 10/7
2PM - 4PM
575 Susquehanna
Avenue
FOR SALE BY OWNER
NEVER FLOODED
4 bedroom, 2 full
bath in a great
neighborhood. New
windows entire
home, finished
lower level,
detached garage, 4
season sunroom.
Master suite has
new full bath and
large walk in closet.
New above ground
pool with deck.
Must see!
$189,000 neg.
570-885-6848
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909 Income &
Commercial
Properties
HANOVER
Repossessed
Income Property
& Duplex Home.
Out of flood area
On same lot.
7 apartments, 5 in
excellent condition.
Hardwood floors.
$119,000
570-822-9697
915 Manufactured
Homes
HOMES AVAILABLE
Homes available
in Birchwood Vil Birchwood Vil - -
lage lage Estates Estates. 2
and 3 bedrooms.
Rent-to-own
available.
CALL TODAY!
570-613-0719
941 Apartments/
Unfurnished
COURTDALE
3 bedrooms, 1st
floor. Refrigerator
and stove includ-
ed $625+Utilities.
1 year lease,
no pets. Call
(570)696-2936
DALLAS
New renovated. 3
bedrooms, 2 baths.
Granite counter-
tops, hardwood
floors, fireplace, all
appliances, wash-
er/dryer hookup.
Off-street parking,
no pets. $1,200/
month + gas. Call
(570)709-4411
941 Apartments/
Unfurnished
EXETER
1st floor, 2 bed-
room, refinished
basement. Gas
heat, central air. No
pets. No smoking.
$700/mo + utilities.
Will reduce rent for
maintenance. Call
570-760-6277
AVAILABLE RENTALS
KINGSTON:
1 BEDROOM,
2nd floor $460.
2 BEDROOM
1st floor $500.
2ND FLOOR UNIT
2+ bedrooms $510
3 BEDROOM
1/2 double $825.
WILKES-BARRE
4 BEDROOM
1/2 double $750.
PLAINS
1 BEDROOM $420.
Appliances, sewer
included. Utilities by
tenant. Credit
check, references,
lease required.
No Pets.
Call Property Mgr
570-899-3407
for appointment
KINGSTON - 2 APTS.
902 MARKET ST.
One very large 2
bedroom apartment
washer/ dryer
hookup, all appli-
ances, recently ren-
ovated, quiet neigh-
borhood, landlord
pays water. $650/
month per unit.
5 ROSS ST.
1 bedroom avail-
able. Private park-
ing. Quiet neighbor-
hood. $600 and
$650. 1 month
rent & security.
Available now! Near
college.
570-656-7125
KINGSTON
183 Zerby Ave
2 bedrooms, 1 tile
bath with shower.
No pets. $575/
month + utilities
& security
570-779-4609
570-407-3991
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KINGSTON
2nd & 3rd floor, 2
bedroom, appli-
ances included,
central air, off
street parking.
washer & dryer.
Back yard.
$550 plus utilities.
No pets.
Call 570-287-9631
or 570-696-3936
KINGSTON
2nd floor, 5 rooms
new stove, fridge,
w a s h e r / d r y e r .
Clean. No pets. 1
year lease. Security
required. $575 +
utilities.
570-574-2602
KINGSTON
MUST SEE!!
Elegant 3rd floor
of historic home in
charming neigh-
borhood. 2 bed-
rooms. All stain-
less kitchen,
washer/dryer.
Newly renovated,
hardwood floors,
private deck, 2
car garage, air,
security system,
wifi, intercom &
keyless entry. all
utilities. $1,300 +
security &
references.
570-288-6686.
LARKSVILLE
Modern 2 bedroom
ranch, central heat
& air, tile bath &
Laminate floors, all
appliances included,
off street parking.
$800 includes heat.
570-760-1045
LUZERNE
REMODELED REMODELED
PERFECTION PERFECTION
PRIVATE
ENTRANCES
2 bedrooms,
2nd floor, high
quality, maple
kitchens, tiled
baths/vanities,
all appliances
with laundry in
unit, gas
fireplace,
covered
carports, glass
enclosed
porches.
$750 + UTILITIES
2 YEAR SAME.
NO PETS/
NO SMOKING/
EMPLOYMENT
APPLICATION.
Managed
America Realty
570-288-1422
LUZERNE
3 bedrooms, 1 bath,
washer/dryer
hookup, off-street
parking, no pets,
yard. $650/month +
1 month security &
utilities. Call
570-817-0410
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Flea Markets
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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 9/30/12.
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Overlooking Mohegan Sun Overlooking Mohegan Sun
577 East Main St., Plains 577 East Main St., Plains
Just Minutes from Scranton or W-B Just Minutes from Scranton or W-B
Automatic, Air Conditioning, Pwr. Mirrors, CD,
Advance Trac with Electronic Stability Control,
Side Curtains, Sirius Satellite, Pwr. Locks,
Tilt Wheel, ,
, Keyless Entry w/Keypad,
Cruise Control, 15 Alum. Wheels
*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 9/30/12.
FORD REBATE................................1,500
FORD BONUS REBATE....................1,000
FMCC REBATE..................................750
OFF LEASE REBATE...........................1,000
FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP......445
COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP..............411
Auto., CD, Alum. Wheels, Tilt Wheel, PW, PL, Safety Pkg.,
Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Sirius
Satellite Radio, Anti-Theft Sys., Keyless Entry,
Message Center,
FORD REBATE.....................................750
OFF LEASE REBATE..............................500
Auto., CD, Anti-Theft Sys., Side Curtain Air Bags,
16 Steel Wheels, Tilt Wheel, AC, Instrument Cluster,
Message Center, Keyless Entry w/Keypad, Pwr.
Side Mirrors, Fog Lamps, MyKey, SYNC
FORD REBATE................................1,500
FMCC REBATE..................................750
OFF LEASE REBATE...........................1,000
FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP....1,445
COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP..........1,306
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 w/Keypad, Message Center,
FORD REBATE................................2,000
OFF LEASE REBATE..............................500
FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP.......475
*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
M
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APR
PLUS
M
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APR
FORD REBATE................................1,000
OFF LEASE REBATE...........................1,000
FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP..........45
, SE, 1.6 EcoBoost Engine, Auto.,
Keyless Entry w/Keypad, PL, PW, SYNC, Auto.
Headlamps, 17 Alloy Wheels, Sirius Satellite
Radio, Perimeter Alarm, Tonneau Cover
FORD REBATE................................1,500
FMCC REBATE..................................750
OFF LEASE REBATE...........................1,000
FORD REGIONAL DISCOUNT OFF MSRP....1,445
Auto., CD, Alum Wheels, Tilt, PW, PDL, Safety Pkg., Side Impact Air
Bags, 1st & 2nd Air Curtains, Anti-Theft Sys., Sirius Satellite Radio,
Keyless Entry w/Keypad, Message Center,
M
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APR
PLUS
Auto., Navigation Sys., Power Liftgate,
Ambient Lighting, Speed Control, Sirius Satellite
Radio, 17 Alum. Wheels, SYNC, Dual Zone
Auto. Temp Control, Keyless Entry,
Reverse Sensing Sys., MyFord Touch
2.5L I4 Engine, Rain Sensor Wipers, Pwr. Moonroof,
Sony Sound Sys., Alum Wheels, Tilt, PW, PDL,
Safety Pkg., Side Impact Air Bags, 1st & 2nd Air
Curtains, Anti-Theft Sys., CD, Sirius Satellite
Radio, Keyless Entry w/Keypad, Message
Center,
FORD REBATE................................1,500
FMCC REBATE..................................750
FORD REGIONAL REBATE..................655
COCCIA DISCOUNT OFF MSRP..........1,806
M
O
S.
APR
PLUS
FORD REBATE................................1,000
www.MattBurneHonda.com
2012 HONDA
ACCORD LX
4 dr, Auto Trans, AC, PW, PL, Cruise, ABS, 6 Air Bags, Tilt,
Keyless Entry, AM/FM/CD, Model #CP2F3CEW
*
MPG
34 HWY
$219 Lease Per Mo. For 36 Months through AHFC. $0 Down Payment. 1st Payment and tags due at delivery. Residual $12,457.80.
$0 DOWN
PAYMENT
Open Monday - Thursday 9-9
Friday & Saturday 9-5
Thank You To Our Customers
0
.9%
APR FINANCING
NOWAVAILABLE!
*On select models to qualied
buyers for limited term.
2012 HONDA CIVIC LX SEDAN
MPG
28 City
39 HWY
***Lease 36 Months through ahfc. $0 Down Payment.
1st payment and tags due at delivery. Residual $11,757.00
Per Mo.
Lease
ease 36 Months through ahfc $0 Down Payment
Per Mo Per Mo.
LLease
* **
Model #FB2F5CEW 140-hp
16-Valve SOHC i-VTEC 5-Speed
Automatic Transmission Air Con-
ditioning with Air-Filtration System
Power Windows/Locks/Mirrors
Cruise Control Remote Entry
160-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System
with 4 Speakers ABS
Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold
Front Airbags (SRS) Front Side
Airbags with Passenger-Side Oc-
cupant Position Detection System
(OPDS) Side Curtain Airbags
$0 DOWN
PAYMENT
2012 HONDA ODYSSEY EX
MPG
18 City
27 HWY
****Lease 36 Months through ahfc. $0 Down Payment.
1st payment and tags due at delivery. Residual $18,174.80
Per Mo.
Lease
Model #RL5H4CEW
248-hp, 3.5-Liter, 24-Valve, SOHC i-VTEC
V-6 Engine 5-Speed Automatic Transmission
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with Trac-
tion Control Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Drivers Seat with 10-Way Power Adjustment,
including Power Lumbar Support Power Slid-
ing Doors 17 Alloy Wheels 229-Watt AM/
FM/CD Audio System with 7 Speakers includ-
ing Subwoofer 2GB CD-Library Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink USB Audio Interface
Exterior Temperature Indicator Multi-Function
2nd-Row Center Seat Three-Row Side Curtain
Airbags with Rollover Sensor Front Side
Airbags with Passenger-Side Occupant Position
Detection System (OPDS) Tri-Zone Automatic
Climate Control System with Humidity Control
and Air Filtration One-Motion 60/40 Split
3rd-Row Magic Seat
2012 HONDA CR-V EX
MPG
22 City
30 HWY
Model RM4H5CJW 185-hp
2.4-Liter, 16-Valve SOHC i-VTEC 4-Cylinder
Engine Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control
System Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with
Traction Control Automatic Transmission
Cruise Control A/C One-Touch Power
Moonroof with Tilt Feature Remote Entry
System Bluetooth HandsFreeLink
Multi-angle rearview camera with guidelines
160-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System with 6
Speakers Bluetooth Streaming Audio
Pandora Internet Radio compatibility
SMS Text Message Function
USB Audio Interface
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags
(SRS) Front Side Airbags with Passenger-Side
Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS)
Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor
VTEC
mission
h Trac-
m (ABS)
ustment,
wer Slid-
att AM/
includ-
etooth
LEASES BASED ON APPROVED CREDIT TIER 1 THRU AHFC. MILEAGE BASED ON 2012 EPA MILEAGE ESTIMATES. USE FOR COMPARISON PURPOSES ONLY.
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S
1110 Wyoming Ave,
Scranton, PA
1-800-NEXT-HONDA
570-341-1400
ODYSSEY
10 ODYSSEY EX Slate, 24K.....................NOW $23,750
10 ODYSSEY EX White, 33K....................NOW $23,750
10 ODYSSEY EXL-DVD Slate, 33K ...NOW $24,950
10 ODYSSEY EXL-DVD Slate, 24K ...NOW $25,950
ACCORDS
09 ACCORD LX SDN Gray, 36K..........................NOW $14,950
09 ACCORD LXP SDN Silver, 37K......................NOW $15,500
10 ACCORD LX SDN Silver, 31K.........................NOW $15,950
10 ACCORD LXP SDN Silver, 29K......................NOW $16,500
09 ACCORD EX SDN Gold, 31K..........................NOW $16,750
08 ACCORD EXL NAVI SDN Red, 46K ..........NOW $16,950
08 ACCORD EXL V6 SDN Green, 52K .............NOW $17,500
09 ACCORD EXL V6 SDN Silver, 37K ..............NOW $17,950
10 ACCORD EX SDN Burgandy, 19K ....................NOW $18,500
10 ACCORD EXL SDN Burgandy, 30K .................NOW $18,950
10 ACCORD EXL V6 SDN Gray, 39K ...............NOW $18,950
11 ACCORD SE SDN Gray, 16K ..........................NOW $19,950
11 ACCORD EXL V-6 SDN Amber, 21K............NOW $22,950
ELEMENT 4WD
09 ELEMENT EX Red, 53K ...................................NOW $16,950
$0 DOWN
PAYMENT
Lease 36 Months through ahfc $0 Down Payment
Per Mo. Per Mo.
LLease
* ***
2.9% on
Certied
Accords
2.9%
APR
2.9%
APR
CIVICS
09 CIVIC HYBRID SDN Black, 37K....................NOW $14,500
10 CIVIC LX CPE Gray, 19K..................................NOW $14,950
10 CIVIC LX SDN White, 29K................................NOW $15,750
11 CIVIC LX SDN Titanium, 19K ............................NOW $15,950
10 CIVIC EX SDN Blue, 26K.................................NOW $16,500
10 CIVIC EX SDN Black, 25K................................NOW $16,500
12 CIVIC EXL SDN Gray, 11K ..............................NOW $19,999
PILOT 4WD
09 PILOT EX Silver, 58K ..........................................NOW $22,500
11 PILOT LX Gray, 37K............................................NOW $23,500
11 PILOT LX Silver, 17K...........................................NOW $24,750
11 PILOT EXL-DVD Cherry, 36K...........................NOW $28,500
11 PILOT EXL White, 17K .......................................NOW $28,950
CRV 4WD
08 CRV LX Silver, 60K...............................................NOW $16,750
08 CRV LX Green, 57K..............................................NOW $16,750
08 CRV EX White, 46K ..............................................NOW $17,750
11 CRV LX Red, 6K..................................................NOW $20,500
08 CRV EXL Red, 18K .............................................NOW $20,750
What You See Is What You Pay!
MODEL YEAR CLEARANCE SALE!
RIDGELINE 4WD
09 RIDGELINE RTL Cherry, 33K ..........................NOW $26,950
11 RIDGELINE RTS Black, 19K ...........................NOW $26,950
Red, 34K
Now $15,750
10 TOYOTA COROLLA
S SEDAN
Navy, 71K, Was $9,850
Now $8,750
07 CHRYSLER
SEBRING TOURING
Silver, 37K, Was $11,950
Now $10,500
06 MERCURY GRAND
MARQUIS SDN
Silver, 68K, Was $12,500
Now $11,500
07 CHEVY
TRAILBLAZER LS 4WD
Black, 73K, Was $13,950
Now $12,500
07 FORD FUSION
SEL SDN
Navy, 69K, Was $17,950
Now $14,950
07 TOYOTA
HIGHLANDER 4WD
Gold, 76K
Now $8,950
04 BUICK RENDEZVOUS
CL AWD
Black, 25K
Now $19,500
10 TOYOTA CAMRY
XLE SDN
Green, 65K
Now $13,750
08 NISSAN ALTIMA
SL SDN
Gray, 23K, Was $18,950
Now $16,950
10 TOYOTA MATRIX
S AWD
White, 19K, Was $14,950
Now $14,950
06 HONDA ACCORD
EX SDN
Silver, 37K
Now $9,950
03 TOYOTA COROLLA
LE SEDAN
HONDA
RIDGELINE 4WD
08 RTS, White, 87K
$17,500
09 RTL, Silver, 93K
$16,950
HONDA
PILOT 4WD
06 LX, Silver, 76K $12,500
06 EXL, White, 56K $15,950
Silver, 37K
Now $13,950
06 HONDA ACCORD
LX SEDAN
YOURE
NICE
TRADE
HERE
Club Cab, Black, 26K
07 DODGE DAKOTA
SXT 4X4
Now $19,950
Silver, 26K
Now $22,950
10 TOYOTA VENZA
AWD
YOURE
NICE
TRADE
HERE
542 Logistics/
Transportation
522 Education/
Training
944 Commercial
Properties
542 Logistics/
Transportation
522 Education/
Training
944 Commercial
Properties
542 Logistics/
Transportation
DALLAS
COMMERCIAL
BUILDING
FOR LEASE
3593 MEMORIAL HIGHWAY
(RT. 415)
2625 SF BUILDING
GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR
OFFICE OR BUSINESS
SOME UTILITIES INCLUDED
AVAILABLE 11/1/12
CALL JOHN 690-0610
The Dispatch
LOCAL PROS
TRAVEL
Tuesday, August 14 & 15
Complementary room, transportation
& baggage handling. Food, Beverages
& Snacks served on bus.
$25 per person.
Al Lispi: 570-814-3137
or 570-823-9578
Overnight Junket to
Atlantic Citys
Taj Mahal!
PRESSURE WASHING
CONSTRUCTION
CHRIS LATONA
General Contractor
Ceramic Tile Work - Kitchens
- Bathrooms - Garages
- Replacement Windows
- New Homes - Additions - Doors -
Complete Remodeling
FREE Estimates - Insured
457-8145 or 655-0777
Quality Works at Aordable Prices
PA008322
Complete Home
Remodeling, Kitchens,
Baths, Drywall, Windows,
Siding & Roofs.
570-457-0087
PA# HIC EA 18685
JOHN
PREGMON
CONSTRUCTION
NORTHEAST
WINDOW, INC.
Locally Owned & Operated Since 1987
Exterior Home Improvements By
FREE ESTIMATES
570.654.4220
www.northeastwindow.com
Windows
Siding
Enclosures
Fiberglass Doors
Storm Doors
Vinyl Railings
Roong
And More
PA018418
HOME IMPROVEMENT
ADVANCED PRESSURE WASH SYSTEMS
Take Advantage of the Spring Weather!
Get black and green mold & moss removed
from your roof Pressure Wash Homes
Concrete Reconditioning
570-212-8390
Prompt Service
7 Days a Week
1-800-273-7130
for Local Pros
Kung Fu & Tai Chi FREE
Kung Fu is a face-paced workout geared
toward self-defense and Tai Chi is a slow-paced
workout for relaxation and stress relief.
Do you need to Relieve Stress?
Do you need better strength & exibility?
Do you need better balance & muscle tone?
Does your child need more discipline?
Does your child need more concentration?
Does your child need to be more responsible?
Then Try: 2 Free Lessons
Rothrocks Kung Fu &Tai Chi
Call: (570) 457-2591
See more at: rothrockskungfu.com
JOB FAIR!
EVERY
THURSDAY
12-4
Interested Applicants can Apply Online at www.XLCServices.com.
Interviews scheduled Monday thru Friday. Call 800-472-1013 or
walk-ins welcome at Job Fairs.
Hiring Experienced Forklift Operators $12.25 hourly,
after completion of 90 day probation period.
***STRAIGHT DAY SHIFT OR NIGHT SHIFT
(12 hour shifts ave. 42 hours per week)
***75 cent night shift pay differential offered.
***Pay increase based on skill development.
Take charge...LEARNAND EARN!
MUST HAVE 1 YEAR FULL
TIME EXPERIENCE
Skills Required:
High School Diploma/GED
Computer Skills
Valid Drivers License
Criminal Background Check
Pass Pre-Employment Drug
Screen & Physical
*Mehoopany Location
* Benets Available *
Growth Creates Opportunity...Start A New Career!
AT THE
TUNKHANNOCK
LIBRARY
Education
McCann School of Business &
Technology is seeking the follow-
ing at our Dickson City Campus:
Medical Lab Technologist
Instructor
Medical Lab Technologist
Coordinator
English Instructor
Masters plus 18 credits in
College English
Please send resume to:
Angela.Cassetta@mccann.edu
No Phone Calls Please
941 Apartments/
Unfurnished
NANTICOKE
2nd floor, 1 bed-
room, washer/dryer
hookup, off street
parking. No pets.
Heat, water & hot
water included.
$495/month,
570-477-6018,
leave message.
GET THE WORD OUT
with a Classified Ad.
570-829-7130
941 Apartments/
Unfurnished
PITTSTON
Large 1st floor
apartment. 1 bed-
room washer/dryer
hookup, water,
sewer & heat
included, off street
parking, $675/
month + security
570-443-0770
LINE UP
A GREAT DEAL...
IN CLASSIFIED!
941 Apartments/
Unfurnished
OLD FORGE
Connell St.
2 bedrooms,
1 bath. Totally
remodeled.
Kitchen appli-
ances. Large
fenced in
yard.
$700/month.
(570)
299-0298
PITTSTON-
HUGHESTOWN
Large modern 1
bedroom apart-
ment, includes
refrigerator, stove,
washer dryer hook-
up, new carpet and
freshly painted,
great neighborhood,
off street parking,
gas heat and hot
water. $525. No
pets 479-6722.
PLYMOUTH TWP.
2nd floor. 2 bed-
room, large rooms.
Plenty of closet
space, off street
parking. $450/mo +
utilities and securi-
ty. No Pets.
570-779-7777
WEST PITTSTON
2 bedrooms, 2nd
floor stove & refrig-
erator included,
laundry hookup,
carport off-street
parking, no pets.
Heat and water
included. $650/
mo. security &
references
required.
570-299-7153
WILKES-BARRE
3 bedroom, 1st
floor. All appliances
included, washer/
dryer in basement.
Lots of storage, off
street parking,
hardwood floors &
new windows.
Completely
furnished or unfur-
nished. $650/month
+ utilities & security.
Call Brain at
570-299-0298
941 Apartments/
Unfurnished
WILKES-BARRE
1st floor 3 bed-
room apt. Washer
/dryer hookup
$600/month +
utilities & 1 month
security.
139 Sambourne
St. Section 8
okay. No pets.
570-460-6173
WILKES-BARRE
63 ELIZABETH ST.
2nd floor, 2 bed-
rooms, 1 bath, rear
porch, gas heat,
laundry room, fridge
& stove. Absolutely
no pets. 600 month
plus utilities & 1
month security.
Reference check.
(570) 472-9453
WILKES-BARRE
Executive 3 bed-
room apartment.
Gas heat, hard-
wood floors, French
doors, fireplace.
$675 plus
utilities. 655-4915
WYOMING
1st floor, 1 bedroom,
newly remodeled,
off-street parking.
$575/month (less
with lease),
includes water &
garbage. Tenant
pays electric.
Call (570)313-0011
944 Commercial
Properties
ASHLEY
2100 SQ. FT.
SPACE. 2 overhead
garage doors, close
to Route 81.
$300 per month.
570-592-3575,
DALLAS
Rt. 309
Multi-use Property
1st floor office
space, high traf-
fic area, plenty of
parking. $500/
month + electric.
Security & lease.
570-675-2031
PITTSTON
COOPERS CO-OP
Lease Space
Available, Light
manufacturing,
warehouse,
office, includes
all utilities with
free parking.
I will save
you money!
947 Garages
PITTSTON
GARAGE SPACE
AVAILABLE
$70/month.
Ideal for cars,
motorcycles,
small boats, RVs,
trailers, etc.
570-430-9537
950 Half Doubles
DUPONT
Large modern 2
bedroom half dou-
ble with interior attic
and basement
access, includes
refrigerator, stove,
washer dryer
hookup, new carpet
and freshly painted,
great neighborhood,
plenty of parking,
heat included. $725.
No pets. 479-6722
EXETER
4 bedrooms, newly
carpeted. Living
room, dining room,
laminated flooring.
Kitchen, w/d
hookup, dishwash-
er, fridge, stove, 1.5
baths. Large attic
and basement.
Deck, off street
parking. First, last
and security
required. No pets
or smoking.
$875 month
570-655-9167
KINGSTON
22 & 24 Penn St.
Two (2) newly
remodeled 1/2 dou-
bles in nice neigh-
borhood. HOUSE #1
& HOUSE #2: Gas
heat, new flooring
throughout, off
street parking, walk
up attic, washer
/dryer hook up, 3
bedrooms, 1 bath.
NOTE: HOUSE #2
has newly remod-
eled kitchen. $725
/month plus securi-
ty deposit. Refer-
ences required.
570-714-2431
Extension 137
KINGSTON
Sprague Ave.
2 bedroom, 1 bath,
1st floor duplex,
New w/w carpeting
& hardwood floors.
Convenient to
Wyoming Ave.
Washer/dryer hook-
up, basement
storage. Reduced!
$520/month
+ utilities, security,
lease. NO PETS.
570-793-6294
Line up a place to live
in classified!
KINGSTON
Sprague Ave.
Charming, spacious
6 room, 2 bedroom
duplex, includes 2nd
& 3rd floor. Ample
closets. Washer
/dryer hook-up.
$575/ month + utili-
ties, security &
lease. NO PETS.
570-793-6294
LARKSVILLE
3 bedroom, 1 bath
half double, Freshly
cleaned & painted.
Tenant pays all utili-
ties including sewer.
$585 plus security.
Call (570) 357-0712
PLAINS
Spacious 3
bedroom, 1 bath
with Victorian
charm with hard-
wood floors, neutral
decor, stained glass
window, large
kitchen. Washer
/dryer hook-up,
off-street parking.
$700 month +
utilities, security &
lease. NO PETS.
570-793-6294
950 Half Doubles
PLYMOUTH
3/4 bedroom, 1
bath. Located on
Academy St. $650 +
utilities & security.
Small pets OK with
extra security.
Call 570-262-1577
TRUCKSVILLE
3 bedrooms,
refrigerator &
stove, washer/
dryer hookup, laun-
dry room, off-street
parking, no pets or
smoking. $700/
month + electric,
gas & hot water, 1
month security,
references & back-
ground check.
570-592-2902
WILKES-BARRE
HALF DOUBLE
3 bedrooms, one full
bath, living & dining
rooms, washer and
dryer hookup. Gas
heat. $550/month
plus utilities, securi-
ty & lease. No pets.
call 570-407-3995
WILKES-BARRE/SOUTH
3 bedroom, 1.5
baths, small yard,
front porch, off
street parking.
$565/month
security required.
Tenant pays
all utilities.
570-357-0712
953Houses for Rent
ASHLEY
CAREYS PATCH
4 bedrooms,
3 baths, full
modern house,
off street park-
ing. Pet friendly
$1,100/month.
Call Will @
570-417-5186
LINE UP
A GREAT DEAL...
IN CLASSIFIED!
on an automobile?
Turn to classified.
Classifieds got
the directions!
962 Rooms
WEST PITTSTON
Gorgeous, furnished
room for rent in Vic-
torian home. Every-
thing included. Only
$150/wk. Month to
month lease avail-
able. 570-430-3100
1000
SERVICE
DIRECTORY
1015 Appliance
Service
ECO-FRIENDLY
APPLIANCE TECH.
25 Years Experi-
ence fixing major
appliances: Washer,
Dryer, Refrigerator,
Dishwasher, Com-
pactors. Most
brands. Free phone
advice & all work
guaranteed. No
service charge for
visit. 570-706-6577
1039 Chimney
Service
CHIMNEY REPAIRS
Parging. Stucco.
Stainless Liners.
Cleanings. Custom
Sheet Metal Shop.
570-383-0644
1-800-943-1515
Call Now!
1213 Paving &
Excavating
DRIVEWAYS
PARKING LOTS
ROADWAYS
HOT TAR & CHIP
SEALCOATING
Licensed and
Insured. Call
Today For Your
Free Estimate
570-474-6329
Lic.# PA021520
1252 Roofing &
Siding
EVERHART
CONSTRUCTION
Roofing, siding,
gutters, chimney
repairs & more.
Free Estimates,
Lowest Prices
570-855-5738
LINEUP
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is the best way
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Service
PJS WINDOW
CLEANING &
JANITORIAL
SERVICES
Windows, Gutters,
Carpets, Power
washing and more.
INSURED/BONDED.
570-283-9840
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