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WEST PITTSTON: Donations sought for tonight’s fireworks

The combined efforts of the Borough of West Pittston and the City of Pittston, will once again, conduct a fireworks display this evening beginning at dusk. The Water Street Bridge will be closed as usual, so cue up early for a great spot on the bridge.

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As a part of the ongoing effort to collect funds to reconstruct the West Pittston Community Pool, Atlas Realty’s agents made a donation to the construction project. During 2009, when Atlas Realty lists and sells property in the Wyoming Area, they will donate $100. Pictured in the photo are Charlie Adonizio, broker; agents Colleen Turant, Michele Reap, Lu-Ann Sperazza, and Joseph Viccica presenting a check to Mayor William Goldsworthy (center).

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To help defer costs of the evening’s display, you can send a check to: West Pittston/Pittston Community Fund, 35 Board Street, Pittston, PA 18640.

Nature Walk

Garrett Barr, King’s College Biology and Environmental Program, will once again, conduct a Nature & Bird Walk on Saturday, July 18, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Enthusiasts will meet at the Library and head to the banks of the Susquehanna River to learn about stream ecology. Light snacks from Sweet Caroline’s and an informal discussion will follow the program at the Library.

Pre-registration is appreciated and can be done by stopping by the Library or calling 654-9847. The event will be postponed in of rain.

Ice Cream Social

The West Pittston Women’s Club is planning a good old fashion Pie and Ice Cream Social at the West Pittston Little League field on Sunday, July 19, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. All proceeds will go to the West Pittston Pool.

Tickets are $5.00. For any further information, callJoan at 654-7691 or Rosalie at 654-1356. Please support your community pool.

Vettes for Vets

Vettes for Vets Corvette car show will return at the West Side Auto/Valero service station on Wyoming Avenue on July 19.

There will be food and raffle items including chances for free flights in vintage aircraft.

If you’d like to display your Corvette or for further information, please call Ron Gitkos at West Side Auto, 654-2261.

Proceeds will go to the West Pittston West Pittston 1st Lt. Jeffrey DePrimo/American Legion Post 542.

Summer Program

There are summer programs being offered at the Wyoming Area Secondary Center. Stop by the gym to check for availability and hours.

WA Golf Tourney

The Wyoming Area Football Alumni Association Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, July 18 at Four Season’s Golf Club with a 1:00 p.m. shot gun start. Anyone interested in sponsoring or playing should contact Lou “Bikes” Ciampi at 654-4040.

The cost ofa hole-sponsorship is $100 and to play in the event is $75. This includes golf cart, lunch, dinner and beverages. This is the Wyoming Area Football Alumni Association’s biggest fundraiser and participation is greatly appreciated.

Penn State Pride

Prime 138 Investments, LLC. in conjunction with CharitySignings.com presents “A Night of Penn State Pride” hosted by The Greater Scranton Chapter of the Penn State Alumni Association featuring: Ki-Jana Carter, O.J. McDuffie, Troy Drayton, Reggie Givens, and Brian O’Neal at the Penn State Worthington Campus gym on Thursday July 9 from 6:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.

Cost is $25 pre-pay online thru the Chapter or$30 at the door. You may order online at www.PSUScranton.org. Mail order autograph requests done by: www.charitysignings.com.

Your admission ticket will get you access to a Meet & Greet, Question & Answer Session, one autograph of each appearing athlete, and photo opportunities. Refreshments will be provided.

Seeks Photo ID

Jerry Pace, a volunteer with the U.S.A.F. Retired Activities Office located in the U.S.M.C. Training Center, Wyoming, is trying to locate an individual in an old photo he possesses.

Apparently, the photo is of an airbase crew that broke a record changing a B-24 Bomber engine in 18-hours. On the crew of 16 was West Pittston resident, T-SP Harry J. Nardone. The quality of the picture is fair with all names randomly listed making it difficult to determine which one is T-SP Nardone.

Jerry attempted numerous times to contact the Nardone families over the years without luck.

If anyone has information on Harry Nardone, please call Jerry Pace at 457-7766

Pool Opened

West Pittston Pool membership applications are available at the Borough building. Memberships are open to residents of all communities.

Prices are as follows: Family (residents) - $125.00; Family (non residents) - $175.00; Single (resident); $75.00; Single (non-resident) - $100.00; Senior Citizen (65+) - $50.00, plus $1.50 per badge.

Any questions, please call 655-7782, ext. 221.

Adult water exercise classes will be held every Wednesday and Friday, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., starting on Wednesday, June 24. The cost is $10.00 per week.

Swim lessons for adults are available every Wednesday and Friday evening 7:00 p.m. –8:00 p.m., starting on Wednesday, June 24. The cost is $10.00 per week.

This class will be held for adults that are interested in learning how to swim.

Swim and stroke lessons for children will be held every Wednesday and Friday, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., starting on Wednesday, June 24. The cost is $10.00 per week.

Children will be grouped by swimming ability. If your child can swim the length of the pool without touching the pool floor, they will be eligible for the stroke clinic. The stroke clinic will teach the four strokes used in competitive swimming with emphasis mainly on freestyle.

Pre-registration is available at the pool or borough building. Lessons are available on a weekly basis.

Tax Reminder

West Pittston Tax Collector George L. Miller, announces that 2009 County and Borough Tax Face Period has ended. The penalty value will be in effect until December 15, 2009.

When paying by mail, please include a self-addressed stamped envelope if a receipt is requested.

Regular hours will begin on August 5, 2009. Appointments may be made by calling 655-3801.

Pool Donations

If you would like to donate to the community pool’s $1.4 million construction project, there has been a fund set up by the Luzerne Foundation, a nonprofit organization, to collect your 501(c)3 tax deductible contribution. The Luzerne Foundation will act as the caretaker of the funds and will release those funds to improve the pool and only the pool. None of the funds will be released to the borough for anything but the pool project.

To remit your donation, please make your check payable to the West Pittston Community Pool Fund, 140 Main Street, Luzerne, PA 18709. Again, your donation is tax deductible.

Thought for the Week

There is only one happiness in this life, to love and be loved.