w @ ( « w) \ Nad 4 1 it 3 1 y § fo) } 2 The Dallas Post Dallas, PA Wednesday, July 3, 1996 3 Economy league (continued from page 1) PEL ‘is composed of four divi- sions: Eastern, in Philadelphia; Capital, in Harrisburg; Western, in Pittsburgh; and the largest di- vision, Central, whose headquar- ters is in Wilkes-Barre. Central's Executive Director is Charlie Watlers, a 27-year veleran of the league who is justly proud of his staff of ten. He says, “We have five guys and five girls,” adding with a grin, “We can prove we are an Sqval oppor tunily employer can’t we? Thite are five researchers on Watters’ staff. He says, “These pecple have advanced degrees and exlensive experience in things like government management. Throughout the league we have folks ‘who go on to high state sitions, such as Secretary of Administration or Education. The state wouldn't rob us like that if we didn’t have good people!” “The Luzerne County Commit- tee is headed by Chairman Ber- nard Banks, who is executive VP of American Asphalt Paving in Shavertown. One of his commit- tee says, “Bernie takes this job seriously and works hard at it, sometimes harder than we do.” Banks’ group is quile diversi- fied, including members who are banking executives, businessmen, lawyers and utility company ex- ecutives. Ron Stern, CEO of Wyo- ming Valley Health Care System is, a member, as is Tom Ward, president of Blue Cross. This checkered makeup enables Banks to get input that is representative of all points of view. ‘Jack Burke of Dallas is presi- dent of Penn Millers and has been with PEL as he says, “from way back.”He believes “any time spent in committees or sub-committee 1. ~ 1 Two injured +, SHAVERTOWN - An accident Friday sent two young women to the-hospital and tied up traffic on Route 309. i , Police said that a 1985 Nissan Pulsar operated by a 16-year-old girl {rom Shavertown collided with the Kingston Township ambu- lante on Route 309 at Center Street. They refused to release the driver’ s name because she is a ifor. 8 work is time very well spent. I enjoy talking to others in busi- ness, and in today's slang, the networking is excellent. I'd never give it up.” Dallas’ Bob Edgerton, vice- president of Franklin First, feels the same way. He says, “I was out of it for awhile but I'm glad to be back. I think we do a lot of good and I am proud to help.” Another member {rom Dallas, Bob Richardson, president of Commonwealth Bank East, in Pittston, has been a PEL stalwart for three years. He says, “I am glad to be asked about them, be- cause I feel strongly they are very beneficial. otherwise I don't think I would have stuck it out this long.” Richardson adds, “They do their homework, and their costs are always within reason. They do a great job, whatever they tackle.” Other Luzerne County Com- mission members are David Feyrer of Epiphany Enterprises; Terrence Herron, Esquire, of Hourigan, Kluger, Sporher and Quinn; Ron Knouse, VP of Penn Millers; David Koff," - Esquire, of Koll, Wendolowski, Ferguson, Mangan and Cordaro. Also, Gary Lamont, president of First Valley Bank in Hazleton; John Levitski, community devel- opment director of PP&L; Eugene Pelesh, CPA, of Parente, Randolph, Orlando, Carey; Joseph Rymar, manager of customer relations of UGI; Guthrie Conyngham, pres., Eastern Penn Supply; Paul Skrzysowski, VP, First Union Bank; Murray Ufberg, Esq., Rosenn Jenkins and Greenwald; and Michelene Pagnotti Kennedy, treasurer of Pagnotli Enterprises, Inc. The professional and unbiased research of PEL can claim credit Operated by Shavertown resi- dent Peter Kerdesky, the ambu- lance had its lights and siren ac- tivated because it was answering a call and had stopped before entering the intersection. It then crossed half of the highway and stopped a second time in the cen- ter lane. When the ambulance pulled forward and entered the southbound lanes. it collided with for countless cost-savings in both state and local government areas, and in so doing, those in charge can prove desirable economic de- velopment results. “Improved quality of life for all Pennsylva- nians” sums up all PEL goals. To keep members informed on key topics, PEL provides several publications free. in addition to numerous research summaries, they also publish and distribute News and Views, a monthly news- letter, Capital Perspective, a peri- odic newsletter of governmental issues, Eye on the Capital, a quar- terly on state legislation and pro- grams, and Capital News, an “in- sider” newsletter for members only which provides more definitive information on pressing issues. the Nissan on the line separating the driving and passing lanes. The ambulance had the red light and the Nissan had the green light, police said. The Nissan, which had appar- ently swerved before the point of impact, traveled an additional 394 leet in the southbound passing lane before it stopped. Police couldn't find any skid marks at Membership fees in the Penn- sylvania Economy League are uniform whether an applicant is a manufacturer, retailer, utility, fi- nancial institution or in service and construction. A modest addi- tion to the registration [ee is based on number of employees. An official registration form is available by calling toll free 1- 800-732-0999 within Pennsylva- nia, or the Central Division's ad- dress is at 88 No. Franklin St., Suite 200, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-1393. Fax is (717) 829- 8099. Or, to put it more simply and strongly: all you “few dozen good men or women” out there in the Back Mountain, call 824-3559 right now and join while you are still thinking about it being a good idea. in collision between car, ambulance the scene. Both the driver and a passen- ger, Kelly Killeen, 17, of Dallas, were taken lo the hospital. No citations were issued. al- though police noted that drivers are required by law to yield to any emergency vehicles using flash- ing lights or sirens. Officer Charles Rauschkolb in- vestigated the accident. DALLAS, PA New Lions inducted at Harveys Lake | ; = SN - At a recent meeting of the Harveys Lake Lions Club at the Castle : Inn, John Fletcher was inducted into the club as a new member. i+ Attending were PDG Lee Watson, Fletcher, sponsor Wayne Tine Rhone, president Dan Williams and Secretary Tom Shina. os » Kingston Twp. issues permits. Kingston Township zoning of- ficer Benjmain Gorey issued 68 permits in June and collected $8.049 in fees. Five permits are for new homes: for E. Ziemba al 34 Somerfields, valued at $202.785; A. Robinson at 302 Terrace Si., valued al $94.710: J. Dzugan at 288 Ter- race St., valued at $106,150; C. Koehl, 143 Staub Rd., valued at $214,720, and M. Kolojejchick at 298 Highland Ave.. valued at $54,000. Other large projects include interior repairs at a building at 40 S. Memorial Highway owned by Al- Boyer and valued al $120,000; an in-ground pool at the E. Marquart residence at 39 Kenilworth Dr. valued at $20,000: an addition at the Spaciano residence at 385 Carverton Rd., valued at $15,000 and an in- ground pool at the J. Demuro residence at 161 Lawn Ave., valued at $12,000; and an above ground pool at the Kelvechio pe residence at 8 Knob Hill. PROPERTY TRANSFERS 18 The following property deeds were recorded at the Luzerne County Courthouse for the week of June 14 - 20. Mark Baloh, et ux, to Joseph James Cook, et ux, 85 Wellington Ave., Dallas Borough, $79,900. Karen W. Brown, to William J. Ackerman, Huntsville Road, Dallas Borough, $220,000. Vern Neely, et ux, to Joseph M. Neary, et ux, 1.732 ac. Hunlock Twp., $45,000. Marie Gregory estate al, to Andrew Sorber, et ux, Hunlock Twp., $750. Douglas M. Richards, et ux, to Mark V. Baloh, et ux, 61 Grace Ave., Lot 5, Kingston Twp., $100,000. James Thomas Mulhern, et ux, to UKMARTS Thank You Thomas W. Ambrose, et al, Lot 2 Crane's Landing, Kingston Twp., i $210,000. 43 Jeffrey Pyros, partner al, to James T. Mulhern, et ux, Ivory Dr./16 ' Maple Crest, Kingston Twp., = ~~ $38,900. re Woodridge Associates to Christopher L. Hackett, et ux, 1.8963 ac. Morgan Ridge, Kingston Twp., $90,000. : Russell Moore, to Michelle Ann Nichols, et vir, 7.331 ac. Lot 11, Ross Twp., $3,590. Frank Moyer, estate al, to Robert J. Moyer, Ross Twp., 2.88 ac, Ross i Twp., $44,000. y Stephen J. Luscian, ll, et ux, to. Cai Richard A. Love, et ux, Ross Twp, ; $69,900. Ye RARE Eo “% mE 4 A EN IRE mY mE a 7 A < AH 1 ie is
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