L June 12 to June 18, 2005 proalil AleX AH \ =. Teens have different ~~ summer work plans. 24 od {fos (ON 50¢ SERV ING THE COMMUNITIES OF THE DALLAS & LAKE-LEHMAN SCHOOL DISTRICTS FOR THE POST/CHARLOTTE BARTIZEK : Msgr. John Bendik, Pittston, took a photo of himself and his niece Kaitlyn Bendik at the Lake-Lehman High School graduation. Editor's Note: Each vear, The Post asks the Back Mountain high schools to select a junior to write a gradua- tion article. Coverage of Dallas High School will appear in next week's 18sue, since graduation took place too late for this week. By SARAH DECESARIS For The Post LEHMAN TWP. — The evening of June 8 seemed unbearably hot. The audience prayed for a cloud to cover the sun and cast a shadow on the burning metal bleachers at Edward Edwards Stadium. Soon however, attention shifted to the parade of black and gold caps and gowns proceeding to the outdoor Wstage. Clear skies had encouraged a sea of proud spectators who waved and commented on the procession of seniors. As the march went on, the Using the past [| eS an anchor E for the future Lake-Lehman band played the tradi- tional “Pomp and Circumstance” pro- cessional. Class President Shannon Lazo was the first student to address her class- mates. She reflected sadly on old memories, but encouraged the possi- bility for new ones. “Where have the past 13 years gone? ... When every adult relentlessly asked you about what you wanted to be when you were older, and in our small world of truth and dare and line leaders, we always had all the time in the world to decide. “And although each of us, from this day forth, will take different paths in our quest for happiness in life, we must attempt to enjoy every step of the way.” Shannon Prescott, Student Council President, followed in the See LAKE-LEHMAN, Page 9 Richard Schofield did a graduation dance as after accepting his diploma. Twin brothers going separate ways in defense of U5. By M.B. GILLIGAN Post Correspondent LEHMAN TWP. — Although they share the goal of service to their country, twins Brian and Paul Rigez will be pursuing higher education hundreds of miles apart. The young men, sons of Daniel Rigez of Harveys Lake, were presented certificates of appointment to their chosen service academies at the recent Moving Up Day held at Lake-Lehman High School. Paul Rigez will report to the United States Coast Guard Academy on June 22 where he will begin his training with a sailing course in Europe. His brother Brian was one of the success- ful candidates vying for a spot in the United States Naval Academy’s class of 2009 “I wanted to fly for the Marines,” said Brian, who has taken flying and glider lessons. “I looked at the top schools in the country and then at the top engineering schools and that’s were the Naval Academy is.” He plans to major in mechanical engineering at the four-year school located in Annapolis, Maryland. Captain Jeffrey Sunday, a Blue and Gold Admissions Officer with the Naval Academy, was on hand to pres- ent Brians certificate. “With the glob- al war on terrorism, we are seeing a trend where a lot of applicants want to go Marines,” said Captain Sunday. Of the nearly 14,000 applicants this year, 1,200 received appointments to the academy. Generally, about 1,000 Midshipmen See TWINS, Page 2 BACK MOUNTAIN RELAY FOR LIFE Two dozen teams, donors net $128,000 By CHARLOTTE BARTIZEK Post Correspondent DALLAS TWP. — As the strains of Destiny Child’s inspiring song, “I'm a Survivor” streamed from loudspeak- ers, purple and white balloons bobbed in a freshening breeze, and the sun came out to set a cheerful stage for the nearly two dozen cancer survivors who walked their “survivors” lap around the College Misericordia’s sports field on June 4. Caregivers, friends, family and sup- porters blew bubbles and cheered. It seemed so very heroic; but, as with so many heroes, grim determination and hope are what really keeps these peo- ple going. Cynthia Eckman, a vivacious 40- something Dallas redhead seems out See RELAY, Page 3 FOR THE POST/CHARLOTTE BARTIZEK Marilyn Walko, Dallas, is a living tes- timony to the message on her “Relay for Life” medal that designates her a cancer survivor. Prison security Improvements please supers By CAMILLE FIOTI Post Correspondent JACKSON TWP. — Recent security improvements made to the State Correctional Institution at Dallas draw approval from Police Chief Jerry Leedock and the supervisors attended a meeting at the prison last month. They toured the facility and observed the upgrades. “They are tak- ing measures to increase protection for township residents,” said Vice Chairman Al Fox. “We found out who is and who is not allowed to be out of the facility,” he said referring to the See PRISON, Page 2 ‘Back Mountain Idol’ contestants sought The Harveys Lake Homecoming Weekend Committee is seeking con- testants for its first annual “Back Mountain Idol” singing competition, to be held on Sunday, August 14 at Sandy Beach, Harveys Lake. Each contestant must be between the ages of 18 and 25 and a resident of the Dallas or Lake-Lehman school district area. Finalists must be avail- able to perform at various Harveys See IDOL, Page 3 Inside The Post 12 Pages, 1 Section Calendar J. ........: es 12 CRUICH: it anise d dais 1 & Editorials... 5. dba 4 Obituaries . .5 cc... 5 SCHOOL. Suvi ves ve 9-10 Sports ainbL ri 7-8 This week's Little League baseball and softball action, in words and pho- tos. Summer fun for kids - Summer Reading Program at the Back Mountain Memorial Library, 6 - Vacation Bible Schools, 11 - Summer camps and and activities at area colleges, page 2 How To Reach Us News: 675-5211 thepost@leader.net 15 N. Main St. Wilkes-Barre PA 18711 Advertising: 829-7101 Subscriptions and Delivery: 829-5000
Significant historical Pennsylvania newspapers