Friday, May 24, 2013


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Boris Becker backing new Asian tennis league

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(AP) Boris Becker is backing a new tennis league in Asia featuring former and current players.

Rare Superman comic found in house insulation

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(AP) It's considered the Holy Grail of comic books: Action Comics No. 1 from 1938, featuring the debut of Superman. And David Gonzales found one mixed in with old newspapers...

Former Bears tackle Dick Evey dies at 72

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(AP) Dick Evey (EE'-vee), a tackle who played most of his eight seasons in the NFL with the Chicago Bears, has died at age 72.

Puerto Rico approves anti-discrimination bill

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Sears, Abercrombie, P&G are big movers

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Interpol rejects Russia bid to locate UK investor

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WILKES-BARRE — Joe Matteo knew something was missing from the Frederick Stegmaier Mansion from the moment he bought it.

Porch-bound paradise

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So, want to hear something romantic?Once upon a time, there was a prince who loved a princess so much he “came in through the coal bin” to see her.

From the crypt: Like a butterfly, safety is elusive

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FORTY FORT — Business was in full bloom this week for area garden centers and landscapers, and one local wholesale florist said the season is one of the strongest he's ever seen.

Seasonal flora to fawn over

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Locals buying all types of greenery to plant this Memorial Day weekend


CONCORD, N.C. — Defending series champion Brad Keselowski believes he's still the fastest in Sprint Cup, even if his results four months into the season don't bear that out.

Defending champ Keselowski tries to build on title

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(AP) Ryan Hunter-Reay slid into a seat next to Simon Pagenaud and E.J. Viso after the final practice for the Indianapolis 500, and then started to rattle off what he had...

Team Andretti strong again on Carb Day at Indy 500

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Menards back at RCR

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Bowie Young takes early lead on short course

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A-Rod sells Miami Beach home for $30M

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(AP) Danica Patrick still follows the Indianapolis 500 closely, even pre-organizing her race day schedule this Sunday so she can watch most of the event.

Patrick: Another Indy 500 'less and less likely'

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(AP) For the aging, gruff patriarch of his father-son road trip "Nebraska," Alexander Payne tried to lure Gene Hackman out of retirement and considered the likes of Robert...

Cannes: Dern a leading man again in 'Nebraska'

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(AP) Failure is OK, but continuing to work hard is more important, Michelle Obama said Friday.

First lady to students: 'I have failed at things'

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Schumer urges look at security in Sprint deal

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Damage reported from magnitude-5.7 quake in Calif.

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Oil ends week down 2 pct on tepid demand outlook

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Luzerne County's new budget director resigning

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The Rev. David Morris recently visited the Plymouth Christian Church to speak on the summer camping opportunities in the Pennsylvania region of the Disciples of Christ denomination. He spoke on the Hartman Center in Milroy, that has many different camps for children,...

Camping opportunities discussed at Plymouth Christian Church

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In Brief

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Callen W. McCarroll, son of Kristen and Wallace McCarroll, Wyoming, is celebrating his ninth birthday today, May 25. Callen is a grandson of Lorraine and Howard Lindbuchler, Fleetwood; Rebecca Czock, Plains Township; and Robert Czock, Wilkes-Barre Township. He is a...

Callen W. McCarroll

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Joseph Michael Benish, son of Doug and Maryanna Benish, both of Endicott, N.Y., is celebrating his 14th birthday today, May 25. Joseph is a grandson of Lenore and Mike Benish, Harding, and Sue and Joe Zurine, Endicott, N.Y. He is a great-grandson of the late Irene...

Joseph M. Benish

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Emily Duris, daughter of John and Michele Duris, Tunkhannock, is celebrating her 11th birthday today, May 25. Emily is a granddaughter of Phil and Pat Ancin, Edwardsville, and John and Mary Duris, Jenningsville She is a great-granddaughter of Anna Comiskey, Kingston.

Emily Duris

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Somaya Genovesi, daughter of Frank Genovesi Jr. and April Griffin, Hanover Township, is celebrating her first birthday today, May 25. Somaya is a granddaughter of Debbie and Frank Genovesi Sr., Larksville. She is a great-granddaughter of Edmund and Wilma Gryskiewicz,...

Somaya Genovesi

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The Wilkes University Chamber Singers, under the direction of Steven Thomas, recently shared their inspiring music during worship at First Presbyterian Church of Wilkes-Barre. At the performance, from left: the Rev. Dr. Robert Zanicky; Ryan Burdick; Kelly Pleva; Ben...

Wilkes Chamber Singers perform at First Presbyterian Church

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The Lehman-Idetown United Methodist Church recently observed United Methodist Women's Sunday with a service by the women of the church. Participants were Jayne Haefele, Janet Eddy, Jeanne Barrall, Susie Snyder, Kendra Cosgrove, President Sabrina Major and Ruth...

Lehman-Idetown church observes United Methodist Women's Sunday

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Sixty-one young men and women recently received the Sacrament of Confirmation at St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston. The Most Rev. John M. Dougherty presided. Participants, from left, first row: Cherokee Musto; Brianna Psaila; Jake Hogan; Ryan Zelonis; Monsignor...

St. John the Baptist Church holds confirmation

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St. Faustina Parish, Nanticoke, recently received a new, hand-carved statue of St. Faustina. The statue was delivered in time for the celebration of Divine Mercy Sunday. The Rev. Jim Nash, pastor, blessed the statue on this special day.

St. Faustina Parish receives statue

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Local members of the religious community recently participated in a panel discussion as part of the spring 2013 schedule of the Drs. Robert S. and Judith A. Gardner Educational Forum Series at Wilkes University. The presenters spoke on the topic, 'Faith, Education...

Forum series examines faith and education issues

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WILKES-BARRE -A man whose birthday is today walked into Wilkes-Barre General Hospital to be treated for a gunshot wound Friday morning.

Gunshot victim uncooperative, police say

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Investigative agency change in fatal hit and run case UPDATE

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(AP) New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie was never a fan of MTV's "Jersey Shore," saying it unfairly cast the state in a negative light.

Snooki: NJ Gov Christie 'just doesn't like us'

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Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert at country fest

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