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Local News for the past 7 days (most recent first)January 4th, 2009 Few NEPA stocks survive ’08 Wall Street bloodbath The economic upheaval of 2008 played out in a grand way on publicly traded companies doing business in Northeast Pennsylvania. Patricia Reilly Danchak January 1, 2009 Patricia Reilly Danchak of Dunmore died Thursday evening in the Hospice Community Care inpatient unit. Her husband is Peter Danchak. The couple was married in 1985. Dailey Phillips Kostiak services set Services have been set for Dorothy M. Dailey Phillips Kostiak of Newton Twp., who died Wednesday in Moses Taylor Hospital. Teresa E. Bonacci January 1, 2009 Teresa E. Bonacci, 89, of Carbondale, died Thursday evening in the Carbondale Nursing Home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carmino J. Bonacci, on March 27, 1985. Pearl A. Brzycki January 2, 2009 Pearl A. Brzycki, a resident of South Scranton, died Friday at home. She was preceded in death by her husband, John F. Brzycki Sr., in 1994. Rose-Ann Scobbo Lake January 2, 2009 Rose-Ann Scobbo Lake, 70, died Friday. She was the wife of the late William T. Lake Jr. Liuzzo services set Services have been scheduled for Mary Anne Liuzzo, 67, of Simpson, who died Thursday at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, after a lengthy illness. Helen McAndrew December 30, 2008 Helen McAndrew, 91, died Tuesday of natural causes. She was preceded in death by two husbands, John Howell, in 1959, and Frank McAndrew, in 2001. William P. Zack January 2, 2009 William P. “Bill” Zack, 92, of Mechanicsburg, died Friday in Harrisburg Hospital. He is survived by his wife of more than 56 years, Marie Zack. Olive H. Foss Powell January 1, 2009 Olive Helen Foss Powell, 94, of Hawley and formerly of Scranton, died Thursday in the Mallard Meadows Personal Care Home, Waymart, following an illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Oliver Powell, in 1964. Louis Mariotti January 2, 2009 Louis “Babe” Mariotti, 93, of Old Forge, died Friday evening at home. His wife of 61 years, Sistina Augustine Mariotti, died June 3, 2000. Jennie T. Bruno services set Services have been set for Jennie T. Bruno of Throop, who died Thursday in Community Medical Center. MEMORIAL SERVICES DEXTER, RAY F. JR., Damascus, Saturday, 11:30 a.m., Damascus Manor United Methodist Church. Dorothy DeLeo January 1, 2009 Dorothy DeLeo of Scranton died Thursday in Hospice Community Care, Dunmore, after a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Carmen DeLeo, in 2004. FUNERAL NOTICES ANGELIS, FERDINAND E., South Canaan Twp., Saturday, August J. Haas Funeral Home Inc. Mass, St. Eulalia’s Church, by the Rev. John Polednak, pastor. Pallbearers: James Guarino, Ken Klinkle, Wayne and Ronald Malachowski, Michael Buscarini, Hal Carini, Jeff Belardi and William Clegg. Interment, Fairview Memorial Park. Agnes B. Garvey January 1, 2009 Agnes B. Garvey of the Minooka section of Scranton died Thursday in Mountain View Care Center. She was the widow of Frank Garvey, who died Aug. 16, 1993. Robert Leslie Thomas January 2, 2009 Robert Leslie Thomas, 63, of Stevens Point, died Friday in Barnes Kasson Hospital, Susquehanna, after an illness. His wife of 23 years is Sharon Gray Thomas. James Breznay December 30, 2008 James E. Breznay, 92, a longtime resident of Dunmore, died Tuesday after a brief illness while staying with his son in Illinois. His wife of 66 years is the former Eleanor F. Hedglin. Elizabeth Antonio January 2, 2009 Elizabeth “Betty” Antonio, of Abington Manor and formerly of Scranton, died Friday evening in the VNA Hospice Unit at Community Medical Center. Ceccotti, Eleanor Services have been scheduled for Eleanor Ceccotti, 93, of Myrtle Beach, S.C., formerly of Peckville, who died Monday at Grand Strand Health Care Center, South Carolina. She was the widow of Rancy Ceccotti Sr., who died in 1982. Constance O. Bauman January 2, 2009 Constance O. “Connie” Bauman, 75, of Duryea, died Friday in Hospice Community Care, Dunmore. LITTER IS MORE THAN PERCEPTION A walk down Spruce Street last week found an assortment of trash lying in melted snow piles and litter near trash cans. PA Turnpike tolls jump 25% The higher tolls in place today on the Pennsylvania Turnpike represent the system’s first increase since 2004 and just the second since 1991. Lackawanna county commissioners tout first-year accomplishments With one year under their belts as majority county commissioners, Mike Washo and Corey O’Brien argue that they have built a foundation for an agenda that includes fiscal discipline, regionalism and recreational initiatives. Cold spell expected to continue The biting cold temperatures have been making their presence known as of late. Our lows Saturday night dipped into the teens, and another round of colder than average numbers will converge across the state early in the week. New power pair take seats in state House HARRISBURG — Their names are already painted in gold letters on the doors to the two well-appointed office suites on the first floor of the state Capitol. Official: Hose company arrests won’t affect coverage SWOYERSVILLE — The arrests of two officers at Swoyersville Volunteer Hose Company No. 1 should have little effect on fire protection in the borough, council president Ron Alunni said. Public TV tells story of nature’s guardians The Pike County countryside will make its premiere on public television Monday. Soldiers attempt to resume routine at home WILKES-BARRE — When 12-year-old Mikey first found out his father, Staff Sgt. Michael Alaimo, would be serving overseas with the National Guard, he was intrigued. The stories behind the names once known as Abington Center What’s in a name? The local history column kicks off the new year by looking back at the long-familiar names of our local communities, towns that go back to a time in the area’s history that many of us know little about. January 3rd, 2009 Dunmore pension in trouble Adding to Dunmore’s financial woes — which include a 36 percent tax increase for 2009 — is the uncertain future of the Department of Public Works pension. Old Forge, staff talks back to square one OLD FORGE — Contract negotiations continue between the Old Forge School District and its clerical workers after the district and union failed to reach an agreement, even after a state-appointed fact-finder issued recommendations. Bernard B. Narvid January 2, 2009 Bernard B. Narvid of Eynon died Friday morning in Mercy Hospital. He and his wife, the former Elizabeth “Betty” Swierczek, would have been married for 56 years on Jan. 24. Carmel Talerico Goosley January 1, 2009 Carmel Talerico Goosley, 76, of Old Forge, died Thursday at Hospice Community Care, Dunmore. Her husband of 43 years, Eugene “Gene” Goosley, died Aug. 6, 1995. Kathleen V. Burns January 1, 2009 Kathleen V. Burns of Dalton died Thursday at Willowbrook Assistant Living Center, South Abington Twp. She was the widow of Harry Burns, who died in 1988. Eleanor Ceccotti December 29, 2008 Eleanor Ceccotti, 93, of Myrtle Beach, S.C., formerly of Peckville, died Monday at Grand Strand Health Care Center, South Carolina. She was the widow of Rancy Ceccotti Sr., who died in 1982. Wilber O. Fahringer December 31, 2008 Wilber Oakley Fahringer, 93, of Nicholson, died Wednesday at AseraCare Hospice at Mid Valley Hospital. His wife of 57 years, the former Agnes Jane Hanzely, died Aug. 5, 1998. Mary Anne Liuzzo January 1, 2009 Mary Anne Liuzzo, 67, of Simpson, died Thursday at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, after a lengthy illness. Jennie T. Bruno January 1, 2009 Jennie T. Bruno of Throop died Thursday in Community Medical Center. She was the widow of Joseph F. Bruno, who died March 5, 2000. Agnes Ferguson January 1, 2009 Agnes Ferguson, 88, of Scranton, died Thursday at Mercy Hospice. Her husband, Thomas Ferguson, died in 1983. Arlene Gravine December 31, 2008 Arlene Gravine, 82, of Archbald, died Wednesday at VNA Hospice at Community Medical Center. She was the wife of Domnick S. Gravine. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this year. Olive Helen Powell January 1, 2009 Olive Helen Powell, 94, of Hawley, died Thursday at Mallard Meadows Personal Care Home, Waymart. Surviving are a sister, Romayne Byers; 11 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. Kubasko services Monday Services have been scheduled for James J. Kubasko, 78, of Moosic Lakes, who died Dec. 27 at the VNA Hospice Unit at Community Medical Center. Katherine Marinelli December 31, 2008 Katherine Marinelli, 88, a former resident of East Mountain, recently of Pennswood Manor, died Wednesday in Mercy Hospital. She was the widow of Ralph Marinelli, who died in 2001. The couple was married for 62 years. Marie A. Celentano December 29, 2008 Marie A. Celentano, 98, of Brighten at Julia Ribaudo, Lake Ariel, died Monday at Wayne Memorial Hospital, Honesdale. She was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony Celentano. Mary Metcalf January 2, 2009 Mary Metcalf, 88, of the Nativity section of Scranton, died Friday morning in the Essa Flory Hospice Center, Lancaster County. She was preceded in death by two husbands, John J. Healey, who was killed in action in World War II, and Roy M. Metcalf, who died in December 1993. Dorothy J. Gilhooley January 1, 2009 Dorothy J. Gilhooley, 97, a resident of Taylor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, formerly of Avoca, died Thursday at Moses Taylor Hospital. Eleanor Catherine Sullivan January 1, 2009 Eleanor Catherine Sullivan, 91, of Scranton, died Thursday at Hospice Community Care, Dunmore. Her husband, John L. Sullivan, died in 2004. The couple had been married for 57 years. Edward D. Byer Sr. January 2, 2009 Edward D. “Topper” Byer Sr., Clarks Summit, died Friday morning in Community Medical Center. His and his wife, the former Jean Jarvis, were married in 1955. Stephen Mikulka January 1, 2009 Stephen Mikulka of Shoemaker Avenue, West Wyoming, died Thursday in the Hospice Community Care Inpatient Unit at Geisinger South, Wilkes-Barre. He and his wife, the former Irene Ropieski, would have celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary on March 2. Mary F. Cholish December 31, 2008 Mary F. Cholish, 82, of Budd Lake, N.J., died Wednesday at home after a long illness. Her husband, Leonard Cholish, a Jessup native, died in 2006. Challenge to McCall mounted by a maverick Republican lawmaker HARRISBURG — Saying he doesn’t want a coronation, a maverick Republican lawmaker mounted an 11th-hour challenge Friday to the election of Rep. Keith McCall, D-122, of Carbon County, as House speaker. DEP probes blast in gas-drilling region DIMOCK TWP. — An explosion blew apart the 8-foot-wide cement slab covering a water well Thursday night in the heart of the Susquehanna County region where a natural gas operator is exploring for gas in the Marcellus Shale. e-Annoying Web site collects, pokes fun at online dating services The couple appears on the television screen to attest to viewers about how eHarmony, the online matchmaking/dating service, helped them find each other and now they are in love. March trial date set in child-neglect case A couple facing criminal charges in what prosecutors called one of the worst neglect cases they’ve seen in recent years will be heading to trial as early as March. Episcopal Diocese launches inquiry of 'party priest' Allegations that a priest partied at trendy New York City nightclubs were brought before an Episcopal Diocese of Bethlehem committee on Friday. Cops capture suspect after high-speed chase NEWPORT TWP. — A 20-year-old Wapwallopen man led a winding, high-speed chase through the streets and woods of Newport Twp. on Friday morning until, police say, the man’s truck rammed into the police chief’s car and stalled. Three Kings Day: A celebration rich in culture In homes across Scranton, families are packing up tinsel and taking down Christmas trees. But for 4-year-old Fernando Rodriguez on Friday, the celebration was just beginning. On appeal, Luzerne adjusts 23% of reassessed values The appeal and review process of reassessed property values in Luzerne County is complete, and the county ended up adjusting 23 percent of the initial values introduced in the summer, an executive with the county’s reassessment consultant said. Reduced sentence sought for hammer-wielding attacker WILKES-BARRE — Thomas Leyshon, a hammer-wielding homeless drug addict who attacked four women at a hair salon in Plains Twp. in August 2007, should not spend more than eight to 16 years in state prison, his attorney said Friday. January 2nd, 2009 Tunkhannock battles over electronic sign TUNKHANNOCK — Marta Kovacs-Ruiz doesn’t think an electronic sign at a bank on Tioga Street fits the town’s historic character. Renovations cause shifts at Scranton City Hall A handful of public safety offices will be moved in the coming months to fill vacant space in Scranton City Hall and make way for renovations atop fire headquarters. Old Forge denies fund crunch behind park delays OLD FORGE — Rumors have been circulating that work on a borough recreation park near the school complex has been stopped for funding reasons. Lackawanna and Luzerne counties planning long range Lackawanna and Luzerne county officials are drafting a blueprint for growth by developing long-range land use, transportation and hazard mitigation plans. University of Scranton makes safety fixes The tools of holiday-season tree trimming are rarely more vigorous than tinsel, but near the University of Scranton this week, crews have been using chain saws and bucket trucks to trim limbs and dead trees. Scranton man arrested on assault charges after stabbing Scranton police on New Year’s Eve arrested a 36-year-old Scranton man accused of stabbing and seriously injuring another city man during a street fight. Naro wants to hold Dunmore tax meeting Dunmore Borough Council President Melanie Naro doesn’t plan to raise taxes and wait for the money to roll in. Mid Valley superintendent retires after 22-year tenure New Year’s Eve had the world counting down, but New Year’s Day saw Joseph Crotti starting to count in reverse. Women’s Resource Center aide learns the need never lets up When Harriet Shrader answered an ad seeking volunteers at the Women’s Resource Center, she thought she’d spend a few hours a week answering phones or stuffing envelopes. Jessup mom happily surprised by NEPA’s first baby of 2009 Sarah Durst gave birth to daughter Erica Gower at 12:59 a.m. on New Year’s Day, delivering 2009’s first baby in Lackawanna County and the region. Doris M. Woosman December 31, 2008 Doris M. Woosman, 77, of Scranton, died Wednesday in Hospice Community Care, Dunmore. Her husband, Frederick J. Woosman Sr., died June 8, 1997. Thomas E. Miller December 31, 2008 Thomas E. Miller, 46, of Moscow, died Wednesday evening at his home following an illness. His wife is the former Diane Clevenstine. The couple was married Oct. 5, 1996. Beatrice McKeel December 30, 2008
Beatrice “Bea” McKeel, 85, of South Scranton died Tuesday at home after a brief illness. She was the wife of Charles McKeel, who died in 1953. Sports for the past 7 days (most recent first)January 4th, 2009 McGreevy coaching Spartans She was one of the best runners the area’s ever produced, and now Abington Heights graduate Kim McGreevy is trying to impart her vast knowledge to another generation of Division I runners. Lady Royals shock nationally ranked Kean Megan Kopecki scored a game-high 23 points, leading the University of Scranton women’s basketball team to a 77-52 victory over nationally ranked Kean University in the championship game of the 19th annual Days Inn Tournament at Gettysburg College on Saturday. Buckhorns knock off Warriors Wallenpaupack won four straight weight classes and knocked off preseason favorite Delaware Valley, 31-28, in a Lackawanna League Division 1 wrestling meet Saturday night. Dunn, Horan lead Invaders to 51-27 win At West Scranton, Ethan Dunn and Tommy Horan scored 13 points apiece to lead No. 3 West Scranton to a convincing 51-27 win over No. 10 Wallenpaupack. Pens break Aeros WILKES-BARRE TWP. — The 7,379 fans who visited the Wachovia Arena on Saturday night saw something they may never see again. January 3rd, 2009 Ifs and buts not enough ALBANY, N.Y. — The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins had an edge in two statistical categories as they dropped a 3-2 decision to the Albany River Rats on Friday night. Tratthen saves Lady Royals Senior forward Kelly Tratthen came up big when the University of Scranton needed her most in a 66-62 victory in overtime against Gettysburg College in the opening round of the Days Inn tournament on Friday at Bream Gymnasium. All Dunmore needs is ‘Glove’ DUNMORE — Coach Ben O’Brien calls Nicole Korgeski “The Glove” because of her propensity for getting to rebounds and controlling them. Sileo’s shot sinks Spartanettes Kayla Sileo launched a shot from just inside the 3-point line and swished it to lead No. 4 Holy Cross to a 48-47 win over No. 6 Mid Valley on Friday in a Lackawanna League Division II girls basketball game. Ifs and buts not enough for Penguins ALBANY, N.Y. — The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins had an edge in two statistical categories as they dropped a 3-2 decision to the Albany River Rats on Friday night. January 2nd, 2009 Penguins headed in right direction From the earliest days of this season, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins coach Dan Bylsma stressed one philosophy over and over. January 1st, 2009 December 31st, 2008 Cougars claim Camoni crown Rebecca Keegan’s rebound and basket at the buzzer lifted host Valley View to a 40-39 win over previously unbeaten Mid Valley to claim the Lou Camoni Memorial Tournament title Tuesday night. Bergamino shines for Riverside TAYLOR — Chris Bergamino was determined to avenge a loss in his team’s home holiday tournament. Williams finally gets his trip to California STATE COLLEGE — Strange, but Derrick Williams has never been to California. Furthest west he has ever been — by his own estimation — is probably Oklahoma, which is where his parents are from. It’s also one of the 50 states where a college football team that pined for his services played. Pens top Phantoms, stretch win streak WILKES-BARRE TWP. — It was exactly the kind of game a team on a losing streak would lose. Shrive temporarily is moved to guard After just a few days in the big time, Eric Shrive got a quick look at what change is like. Kopecki, Tratthen rally Lady Royals Sophomore guard Megan Kopecki and senior forward Kelly Tratthen were impressive in the University of Scranton’s come-from-behind 68-54 victory over Widener University on Tuesday. Trail’s Moore Kiwanis champ A lack of bouts this season left Lackawanna Trail junior wrestler Lance Moore a little out of his rhythm. December 30th, 2008 Fiore Cesare Award thrills Dunmore's Holmes In four seasons as the starting quarterback, Miller Holmes displayed the strong leadership that led to Dunmore winning 39 football games. Girls basketball roundup for 12/29/08 Morgann Haduck scored 14 points and claimed most valuable player honors as Riverside defeated Nanticoke, 53-45, on Monday to win the Taylor Lions Tournament. DV’s Horner picks Colgate Chris Horner has been working toward this day since he began playing junior football. Strauss leads Valley View CARBONDALE — Not even a taped-up hand could cool the hot-shooting of John Strauss. Boys basketball roundup for 12/29/08 Ross Danzig scored 17 points and was named most valuable player as Abington Heights defeated Coughlin, 54-46, to win the Coughlin Holiday Tournament on Monday. December 29th, 2008 Former players from Lynett tournament honored They dotted the stands wearing VIP badges, which could have just as easily meant Very Impressive Players. Former players from the Lynett Memorial Tournament, years 1951 through 1961, were recognized before the start of the championship game. Lavelle leads Prep to third in Lynett Tim Lavelle has already had some breath-taking moments this season, so why not in the 58th Lynett Memorial Basketball Tournament. Dunmore, Holy Cross on top of rankings For the first time this season, last week’s number one held its position atop the Times-Tribune girls basketball poll. Kiwanis tourney hits mats today A year ago, Honesdale showed the progress it had made with a fifth-place finish in the Tunkhannock Kiwanis Tournament. Bevacqua powers Holy Cross to its first Lynett championship Battling the flu, Mark Bevacqua tried to stay warm by draping the coveted blue and gold Lynett Tournament banner over the broad shoulders he used to help carry Holy Cross to its first championship. Holy Cross’ Podhyski quietly goes about his business Holy Cross junior Brett Podhyski was the odd man out. Dunmore, Holy Cross on top of rankings For the first time this season, last week’s number one held its position atop the Times-Tribune girls basketball poll. December 28th, 2008 Minard rallies Pens WILKES-BARRE TWP. — Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins’ Chris Minard scored a pair of clutch third-period goals, including the game-winner on the power play with less than nine minutes left, as the Penguins defeated the Bridgeport Sound Tigers, 5-4, at the Wachovia Arena. Mid Valley rallies for 45-31 victory to remain perfect; more tournament results Eighth-ranked Mid Valley rallied to remain unbeaten with a 45-31 win over Carbondale on Saturday to reach Tuesday’s final of the Lou Camoni Memorial Tournament. Invaders rout Tunkhannock behind Horan; local tournament results Tommy Horan made sure to get unbeaten and third-ranked West Scranton off to a quick start in the Taylor Lions Club Tournament on Saturday. Holy Cross, Dunmore to battle for Lynett title Neighboring rivals will do battle tonight for the 58th annual Lynett Memorial boys basketball tournament championship. Scranton Prep wins consolation game After getting just two points from Sarah Walsh in the first half of the girls Lynett Memorial Tournament consolation game, Scranton Prep hoped for more of a scoring punch from its senior guard. Dry gym on top of wish list Is it just me, or does it seem almost incredible that West Scranton’s sports teams have played, or rather started, a handful of basketball games, only to have two of them halted because of “moisture” on the gymnasium floor? Sportsman’s Club planning youth shooting league Kids will be the focus when the Factoryville Sportsman’s Club initiates a youth shooting league beginning in March. Lackawanna women fall to Erie Despite 23 points by Katie Cahill, who made seven 3-pointers, Lackawanna College fell to host Erie Community College, 85-56, at its women’s basketball tournament Saturday. Nashira Turner added 14 points and Angie Lockard 12. Victory special for Dunmore As the clock in the Lackawanna College Student Union showed all zeros and the buzzer echoed throughout the cavernous gymnasium where history and tradition have been built, Lauren Carra and Tayler Pallotta embraced. Dunmore beats Comets for Lynett title for first time in three tries Each of the last two seasons, Dunmore’s team had to sit and watch as the championship banner and trophies were handed out to Abington Heights. Marywood baseball coach steps down leaving the program
Joe Ross, the only head coach that the Marywood University baseball program has known, has resigned. Opinion for the past 7 days (most recent first) |
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