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DUPONT

October 18

First reading of 2010 budget at borough council meeting

The first reading of the Dupont Borough 2010 budget took place at Tuesday’s regular monthly meeting of Borough Council. Borough Manager Patty McDonald is continuing to work on balancing the budget and is awaiting the final 2008 audit report, estimates from Bernheimer Insurance Carrier and other revenue and expense information with projected figures for 2010.

The second reading of the proposed 2010 budget is scheduled for regular monthly Council meeting on November 10 with final adoption at the December regular meeting. Public inspection of the budget will available for 10 days after the November 10 meeting at the municipal office during regular business hours.

Going to Jail

On Oct. 21 at 10:00 a.m., Borough Manager Patty McDonald, Council President Stan Knick and Council Member Ed Kowalczyk, will be picked up and transported to jail as part of the MDA fundraiser. Bail has been sent at $3,000 and to date they have raised $1,800.

Patty, Stan and Ed would like to thank all residents, businesses and patrons who contributed through various fundraising events or private donations. You still can make a contribution to save Patty and Company from jail, donations are being accepted up to 10:00 a.m. on the Oct. 21. Residents can stop by the borough office on Wednesday, to see the group prior to their arrest. Coffee and refreshments will be served.

Lokuta Proceeds

The Fred Lokuta Golf Tournament Committee presented a check in the amount of $1,500 to Borough Council. The donation will be used for the Children’s Holiday Fund which will help with the costs of the annual Children’s Christmas Party.

Food Giveaway

The monthly food distribution sponsored by the Lions Club will be held on Thursday, October 22 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Lackawanna Ave. from 4:30 to 5:30. All qualifying residents of Dupont and Suscon are eligible.

Eco-Action Club

The Eco-Action Club has resumed its fall meetings and will meet every Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. at the municipal building. On the first and second Tuedays of the month the club will meet for one hour and on the third and fourth Tuesdays’ the club will meet for an hour and a half to two hours so that club members can work on activities.

Stop by the borough building to view the display designed by Eco-Action Club members regarding reducing our carbon footprint. Remember: Every day is Earth Day.

New members are always welcome. You can contact the club moderator Ms. Joanne at email address: joieduzen@aol.com.

Comedy Night

The Dupont Fire Company will present a Comedy Night on Saturday, November 14 at hose company home on Main Street. There will be a $10.00 cover charge. Food will be available and there will be a cash bar. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. with the show start of 8:00 p.m. Tickets are available from any member of the hose company.

Property Owners

The Dupont Borough Property Owners Association has invited the Luzerne-Wyoming Counties Agency on Aging to speak to borough residents on Wednesday, November 4 at 7p.m. at the borough building. Gerry Chickeletti, Community Liaison, will cover a verity of topics, including eligibility for in-house services, re-careering as a mature individual, and long term living options.

VFW Meeting

VFW Post 4909 will hold their next meeting on Monday, November 2 at 7:30 p.m

Dinner Dance

The Dupont VFW Post 4909 Home Association will hold its 64th Anniversary Dinner Dance on Saturday, November 7 at the Post Home. For tickets and reservations visit Bob Lopata at the VFW or call Bob at 654-9104. Deadline is Friday, November 6. All PLBC regulations apply.

Polka Dances

The Dupont VFW Post 4909 holds polka dances every Sunday from 2 to 6pm with an admission price of $12.00. Scheduled for the remainder of Oct is: October 18 - Joe Stanky and Oct. 25 - The Pennsylvania Villagers. For more information call Bob Lopata at 654-9104 or 655-0760.

Bulk Pickups

The Dupont Public Works Department will no longer take reservations for bulk pickups or truck drop offs..

Senior Bingo

A senior bingo sponsored by the Senior Citizen’s Outreach Committee of Sacred Heart Church will be held next Sunday, Oct. 25, in the church hall. All parishioners 60 and older of Sacred Heart Parish and Holy Mother of Sorrows Parish are welcome to attend. There will be no admission fee. The Committee will also sponsor a Bake Sale to be held on the weekend of Oct 31 and Nov. 1. Baked good donations can be delivered to the church hall on Saturday, Oct 31 beginning at 1:00 p.m.

Service Schedule

The Dupont Service Schedule for the week of October 18 is as follows:

Monday, Oct. 19 - blue refuse bags

Tuesday, Oct. 20 - yard waste – 30 lb. per container limit

Wednesday, Oct.21 - recycling cans and bottles.

Additional municipal refuse bags are available the Hub One on Bear Creek Rd.

Bowling Results

Dupont Bowlerettes

High Scratch Series Scores:

Donna Kasa, 513; Irene Jemiola, 485; Debbie Stevens, 475; Helen Zapotoski, 455; Ann Alfano, 444; MaryAnn Shugdinis, 409; MaryLou Fereck, 409; Rose McDade, 408; Mary Hergan, 390.

Warehouse Mixed

High Scratch Series Scores:

Men’s Division: Dan Zingaretti, 720; Matt Charney, 701; Mark Hogan, 698; John Doran, 664; Frank Obitz, 544.

Women’s Division: Ruth Zellock, 447; Noel Horwath, 424; Melony Yurek, 408; Louise Starzec, 392; Ann Kopeck, 382.

Pittston Twp. VFW

High Scratch Series Scores:

Jack Casper, 689; Joe Dalessandro, 629; Jody Marranca, 584; Phil Jr. Gianfarcaro, 574; Larry Jr. O’Brien, 564; Jim Francioso, 543; Joe Scaratino, 537; Sam Deprimo, 536; Joe Stella, 527; Anthony Grieco, 521.

National 2010

High Scratch Series Scores:

Scott Kowalczyk, 667; Mark Kulick, 666; A.J. Ferretti, 652; Neal Elko, 620; John Pisano, 617; Brian Smihosky, 609; Allyn Sr. Ferretti, 602; Bruce Rydzy, 601; Rob Lopata, 600; Rich Gorzkowski, 590.

Universal League 2010

High Scratch Series Scores

William Elko, Jr. 694; Mark Prebish, 691; Jim Gordon, 687; David Titton, 665; Francis Pupa, 655; Nicholas Berlinski, 642; Eric Pramick, 616; Joh Konicki, 594; John Prebish, 579; Jim Lavelle, 578.

Magic Circle 2010

High Scratch Series Scores

Paul CHmiel, 707; Michael Spece, 654; Drew Nicholoson, 643; Butch Papp, 635; Don Zieminski, 633; Rich Jr. Aston, 629; Greg Brunges, 605; Russ Stevens, 597; Wally ZIeminski, 549; Matt Charney, 548.

Friday Junior/Senior

High Scratch Series Scores:

Men’s Division: Billy Jr. Elko, 589; Joseph Bandru, 585; Michael Lenchak, 476; Christian Curtis, 474; John Patrick Minich, 471.

Women’s Division: Elena Domnick, 412; Alyssa Adkins, 331; Lisa Yeager, 380; Chantel Cebula, 214.

Dupont Prep Boys

High Scratch Series Scores:

Justin Coyne, 356; Alex Ferretti, 352; Joey Musto, 337; Michael Elko, 335; Paul Greco, 310; Charles Kulick, 296; Michael Walsh, 288; Kyle O’Fier, 261; Bryan Shupp, 234; Seth White, 223.

Bantam/Prep Boys

High Scratch Series Scores:

Evan Elko, 229; Joey Jones, 172; Dylan Kelly, 161; Jimmy Dillon, 119; Brandon Savokinas, 113; Anthony DePascale, 103; Bradley Augenstein, 101; Nicholas Aschenback, 91; John Colarusso, 75; Tyler Cegelka, 5`.

Bantam/Prep Girls

High Scratch Series Scores:

Callie Kipp, 187; Elizabeth Charney, 166; Katelynn Kimsel, 158; Gina Kirkpatrick, 149; Morgan Mesaris, 138; Piper Kane, 138; Hannah Maruhnich, 123; Isabella Halapin, 117; Kayla Hindmarsh, 99; Aly Tricarico, 97.

Dupont Mixed Girls

High Scratch Series Scores:

Elizabeth Cappelloni, 392;Rachael Solano, 356; Erin Donnelly, 343; Irene Magdon, 340; Danielle Zydko, 336; Alex McKitish, 321; Jordan Cegelka, 317; Shelby Wesoloski, 301; Brianna Ketcho, 284; Katrina Dillon, 220.

Dupont Mixed Boys

High Scratch Series Scores:

Zachary McKitish, 522; Peter Kulick, 475; David Zydko, 472; Sam Carlen, 469; Stephen Yuhas, 446; Michael Mesaris, 390; Tyler Spurlin, 386; Bobby Kelly, 385; Kevin Boone, 374; Spencer Saxon, 371.

Sunday Night Mixed

High Scratch Series Scores:

Men’s Division: Russ Stevens, 671; Jayme Gillette, 588; Paul Chmiel, 548; Francis Pupa, 523; Greg Brunges, 465.

Women’s Division: Donna Kasa, 548; Irene Jemiola, 462; Debbie Stevens, 455; Trisha Nawrocki, 424; Mima Brunges, 413.

American

High Scratch Series Scores:

John Grohowski, 729; Tom Spurlin, 725; Gerry Reilly, 716; Dave Kern, 687; Pete Latona, 661; Neal Elko, 657; Rich Kuligowski, 642; Gary Jr. Magdon, 611; Gary Sr. Magdon, 604; Mark Kulick, 600.