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Two Wyoming Valley Conference girls wrestlers took home Queen of the Hive titles Saturday at Honesdale High School.

Nanticoke Area’s Emily Kivler and Hazleton Area’s Evelyn Sheer secured individual titles in their weight classes.

Kivler, a sophomore, earned top honors in the 118-pound weight class. Entering as the top seed, the Trojanette pinned Abington Heights’ Courtney Evans in the opening period, and followed it up in the quarterfinals with a 41-second fall over Western Wayne’s Morgan Malloy.

In the semifinals, Kivler was a 16-7, major-decision winner over Hughesville’s Jaysa Kiess, setting up a final against talented Towanda freshman Kaylen Sluyter.

Sluyter had a 2-0 lead after two periods after picking up two near-fall points, but Kivler got the pin in the third period with 25 seconds remaining to win the crown.

Sheer, a freshman known as the “Pink Nightmare,” entered unseeded in the 235-pound weight class. She pinned Hughesville’s Em Poust in 50 seconds in the quarters, and followed it up with a third-period fall over Athens’ Leah Nason. In the final, Sheer pinned Athens’ Evelyn Cummings in the first period to claim the championship.

Hughesville won the team title with 223 points. Athens, Easton, Delaware Valley and Pocono Mountain West rounded out the top five.

Hazleton Area was the top WVC team with 110.5 points. Nanticoke Area followed with 108 points.

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Penn Manor Tournament: At Penn Manor, Dallas 160-pounder Troy Jones ended with an eighth-place finish at the Penn Manor Tournament on Saturday.

After falling out of the championship round in the quarterfinals, Jones picked up a 14-12 win over William Tennent’s Joel Andrewsky in the consolation bracket before falling into the seventh-place match. There, Jones fell to Ben Paterson of Penn Manor by major decision, 8-0.

Norwin won the team title with 214.5 points. Mount Saint…

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Barbara Wolfe OBITUARY

Barbara Irene Wolfe, 84, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025, at the Hospice of Sacred Heart in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Born on November 24, 1941, in Nanticoke, PA, Barbara was the daughter of the late-Doris and Bert Hughes. She grew up in Nanticoke and later attended the Nesbitt School of Nursing.

For 40+ years, Barbara worked the night shift as a pediatric nurse at Mercy Hospital in Wilkes-Barre. Her steady presence, compassion, and dedication touched the lives of countless children and families. She earned deep respect from her colleagues and the physicians with whom she worked; even today, many remember her professionalism and unwavering commitment to her young patients.

Barbara married the love of her life, George J. Wolfe, who preceded her in death. Together they built a close-knit, loving family.

Barbara is survived by her children George and his wife Karen, Robert and his wife Ellen, and Christina Thompson and her husband Joel. She will also be reunited in heaven with her beloved son, David and his wife Tracey, who both preceded her in passing.

Forever proud of her Welsh heritage, Barbara happily shared her family memories and interest in Welsh culture with her grandchildren: Patrick Harris (and wife Tracy), Joshua Wolfe (and wife Dominika), Marissa Wolfe, Eric Wolfe, Harry Masker, Ella Wolfe, and Annie Wolfe. She also cherished her great-grandchildren, Mary Harris and Morgan Harris.

A lifelong animal lover, Barbara always kept a home full of pets and had a special place in her heart for animals of all kinds. In her retirement, she was an active participant in Silver Sneakers and made many dear friends. She was known for her strength, her loving and uplifting spirit, her generosity, and her unforgettable presence. Barbara touched many lives, and her impact will continue to…

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Officials from Nanticoke and Newport Twp. are the latest government leaders in Northeast Pennsylvania objecting to efforts to increase the size of large trucks on the nation’s roads.

Both municipalities recently passed resolutions against a proposed truck weight limit increase, noting tractor trailer traffic has infiltrated locally maintained roads that are not built to withstand such heavy loads.

Congress currently limits the weight of tractor trailers to 80,000 pounds, but retail industry lobbyists are trying to get lawmakers to increase the limit to 91,000 pounds in next year’s transportation bill as a 10-year pilot program. They argue increased weight limits will lead to more efficiency and less truck traffic.

Municipal officials from around the country, including in Northeast Pennsylvania, are objecting to a proposal to increase the weight limits on tractor trailers (Citizens’ Voice file)

Lobbying groups on the other side, such as the Coalition Against Bigger Trucks, recently submitted a petition to Congress against the potential weight increase. The petition was signed by 2,200 local government officials who agree that a weight limit increase will exacerbate already crumbling local infrastructures.

Officials from Northeast Pennsylvania who signed on to the letter included Covington Twp. manager and Supervisor Melissa Kearney, Mayfield Mayor Alexander Chelik, Mayfield Council Vice President Wendy Bochnovich, Nescopeck Mayor Iva Massina, Ross Twp. Supervisor Miralie Cappucci, Sugarloaf Twp. Supervisor Joe DiSabella, Sugarloaf Twp. Manager Elizabeth Tolan, and Wright Twp. Supervisor Colleen Malia.

“Every one kind of agrees most municipalities don’t want bigger trucks,” said Nanticoke police Chief Mike Roke, who is a commissioner in Newport Twp.

The construction of various large warehouses in the South Valley…

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The Mountain View Lady Eagles pose after capturing the championship of the Lambert-Simons Tip-Off Classic held at Mountain View with a 53-44 win over Nanticoke Area. Left to right, front row: Haley Bills, Sophia Davis, Emily Trichilo, Aubrey Sanders, Addison Kilmer, Reagan Bishop-Russo, Dazlyn Sobol, Emma Thatcher, and Gianna Gravine. Second row: Head Coach Corey Gesford, Assistant Coaches – Bob Sedlak, Ashley Kilmer, and Errol Mannick. Photo courtesy Behind the Lenz

Posted By: susqcoindy December 10, 2025

12-3-25

By Staff Reports
Racing down the left side of the floor near the end of the third quarter, Addison Kilmer was just
looking to fill a lane and cut into the Nanticoke lead. Unknowingly making school history.
With the layup off a feed from teammate Reagan Bishop-Russo, Kilmer scored her 1,552nd
career point to become Mountain View’s all-time leading scorer and sparked the Lady Eagles
to their second consecutive Lambert-Simons Tip-off Classic title with a 53-44 win over the
Trojanettes.

Addison Kilmer poses with her parents Matt and Ashley Kilmer after scoring her 1,552nd career
point to become Mountain View’s all-time leading basketball scorer. Kilmer surpassed the record
held by Helen Schlasta since 1961. She surpassed the boys’ record holder, Robbie Johnson –
her uncle – the night before when she scored 34 points in a semifinal win at the Lambert-Simons
Tipoff Classic. Kilmer was named tournament MVP. Photo courtesy Behind the Lenz

Kilmer finished with 19 points and combined with Bishop-Russo to score nine of the team’s 17
points in the fourth quarter as Mountain View outscored Nanticoke 17-7 in the final stanza to
erase a one-point deficit and secure the title.
“It’s just a surreal feeling,” said Kilmer, who was not aware that she was near…

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Susan T. Hrobak OBITUARY

With deep love and heavy hearts, the family of Susan T. (Busch) Hrobak of Sheatown announces the peaceful return of their mother to the Lord on December 6, 2025.

Born November 19, 1938, in Plymouth, Susan was the beloved daughter of the late Raymond and Theresa (Costick) Busch. To all who knew her, Sue was a gentle, steady, faith-filled presence whose kindness touched every life she encountered. An asset to Step by Step, Inc. for many years, Sue enjoyed utilizing her head for numbers as a payroll administrator.

For more than half a century, Susan was a faithful member, volunteer, and steadfast supporter of St. Faustina Parish (formerly Most Holy Trinity Parish) in Nanticoke. Her life was one of unwavering faith, humble service, and quiet, constant love. Upon her 87th birthday, she reflected with gratitude about having lived a truly blessed and full life – one in which she sought to see the face of Jesus in everyone she met. She found great comfort in knowing her children loved and supported one another, always coming together whenever she needed them.

Sue is reunited in eternal peace with the love of her life and husband of 53 years, Joseph; her sisters, Patricia (husband Rick) and Roberta (husband Robert); her brother, Raymond T.; her sister-in-law, Diana, and her granddaughters, Kaylan and Kristina.

Sue is survived by her brother Gerald Busch and by her five devoted children, who were the greatest joys of her life: Terry (husband Tony), Joseph Jr. (fiance Elizabeth), Raymond, Sue (husband Cary), and Shannon (husband Keith).

Sue’s legacy continues through her beloved grandchildren: Ashlee (husband Eric), Heather, Marvin, William, Nikki, Amanda, Evan, Connor, and Madison and her treasured great-grandchildren: Nolan, Owen, Rhiannon, DJ, Ronin, and Lilibet each of whom brought her immense pride…

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Logan Seigle scored 13 points- including 10 in the second half- to lead Lackawanna Trail to a 43-33 victory over Nanticoke Area to win the annual Cal King Tournament title on Saturday, Dec. 6.

Lucas Filipek and Jimmy Phillips each scored seven points for the Lions (2-1), which won its first championship in the event since 2016. Ethan Yendrziewski led the Trojans with 10 points, and Dylon Ball hit three 3-pointers for nine points.

Seigle was named tournament MVP and Ethan Gorton was named to the All-Tournament Team for Lackawanna Trail. The rest of the All-Tournament Team consisted of Nanticoke Area’s Ball and Michael Stachowiak, Western Wayne’s Omar Vargas, and Lake-Lehman’s Alex Smith.

Lackawanna Trail 43, Nanticoke Area 33

Nanticoke Area 9 10 2 12

Lackawanna Trail 7 9 14 13

Nanticoke Area: E. Yendrziewski 5 0-0 10, D. Ball 3 0-0 9, M. Stachowiak 0 5-8 5, T. Mishanski 2 0-0 5, L. Mullery 2 0-0 4, R. Roke 0 0-0 0, R. Jackson 0 0-0 0.

Lackawanna Trail: L. Seigle 6 0-4 13, L. Filipek 0 7-8 8, J. Phillips 3 0-0 7, A. Thiel 2 1-2 6, E. Gorton 3 0-0 6, H. Bluhm 2 0-2 4.

3-Point Field Goals: D. Ball (NAN) 3, T. Mishanski (NAN), A. Thiel (LT), J. Phillips (LT), L. Seigle (LT).

Lackawanna Trail 54, Western Wayne 51

Logan Seigle and Lucas Filipek each scored four points in overtime to lift Lackawanna Trail to a 54-51 win over Western Wayne in the first round of the Cal King Tournament on Friday, Dec. 5.

Seigle finished with 16 points, Jimmy Phillips scored 14 and Filipek 10 to lead the Lions. Omar Vargas scored 16 points- including five in overtime- and Ashan Stookey added 10 for the Wildcats.

Western Wayne 11 12 7 12 9

Lackawanna Trail 14…

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Justin Kelemen OBITUARY

Justin Kelemen, of Nanticoke, passed away peacefully Friday, November 28, 2025 at Geisinger Wyoming Valley. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Born September 10, 1957, in Danville, Justin was the son of the late Joseph and Vitalia Karavacus Kelemen.

A graduate of Danville High School, he was a United States Army Veteran receiving an honorable discharge. Throughout his employment career, Justin was an auditor for several hotel franchises, most recently, the Ramada Hotel chain. Justin will be remembered for his outgoing personality, quick wit and colorful storytelling. In his youth he enjoyed hunting, fishing and later in life, the game of golf. He was a fan of the Steelers, Penn State and NASCAR auto racing – idolizing driver Bill Elliot. Mostly, he enjoyed shopping with his wife, Patricia and granddaughter Alexis. Spending time during the holidays with family and friends was time he treasured.

Preceding him in death in addition to his parents was a sister, Christina Resnick.

Left to cherish his memory, is his wife and best friend, the former Patricia Schintzius, at home; a son, Vaughn Kazokas, Wilkes-Barre; daughter, Bonnie Burke and her husband, John; granddaughter, Alexis Burke, all of Kingston, and his pet cat, Max.

Friends are invited to a visitation with the family on Monday December 8, 2025 from 5-7 PM at the Hugh P. Boyle & Son Funeral Home, Inc. 416 Wyoming Avenue, Kingston. A prayer service will be conducted by Rev John Chmil, pastor of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish, Swoyersville at 5 PM. Memorial donations in Justin’s name may be made to the S.P.C.A. of Luzerne County, 524 E. Main Street, Wilkes Barre, Pa. 18702. Online condolences or words of sympathy, please visit: www.hughpboyleandsonfuneralhomeinc.com

Justin Kelemen

November 28, 2025

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Ella Stambaugh scored a game-high 24 points and Ellie Kersey had 12 as Wyoming Seminary jumped out quickly on the way to a 61-38 win over Old Forge in girls basketball Wednesday night.

Stella Ruiz added 11 for the Blue Knights.

Berwick 62, Williamsport 40

Abby Calarco scored a game-high 20 points as Berwick defeated Williamsport.

Grace Robbins added 12 and Addison Remley scored nine.

Nanticoke Area 39, Pittston Area 33

Three Trojanettes scored in double figures as Nanticoke Area held off a tough challenge from Pittston Area.

Kate Reed and Nevaeh Baran scored 11 points each for Nanticoke Area, while Jordyn Johnson chipped in 10 points.

Bella Dessoye led Pittston Area with 11 points. Giuliana Latona added 10 points.

Riverside 48, Wyoming Area 18

The Warriors were tripped up in a non-league loss to Riverside. Caitie Beecham led Riverside with 18 points.

Jailyn Park had 10 points and six rebounds to pace Wyoming Area.

Northwest 40, Milton 27

Ava Ruckle scored 21 points and Natalia Ninotti added 12 as Northwest defeated Milton.

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Wyoming Area 54, Mid Valley 43

Luke Kopetchny scored 34 points and Mitchell Rusinchak added 11 as Wyoming Area defeated visiting Mid Valley.

Dallas 73, Lake-Lehman 36

Pat Flanagan scored 16 points and Tyce Mason and Brady Mizzer added 13 each as Dallas defeated rival Lake-Lehman.

Jake Evans scored 10 for Lehman.

Abington Heights 79, Wyo. Valley West 47

AJ Hickson had 13 points for Wyoming Valley West in a loss to visiting Abington Heights.

Zach Mondesir added nine.

Elk Lake 65, Nanticoke Area 40

Elk Lake pulled away in the second half to defeat Nanticoke Area.

Louden Mullery led Nanticoke Area with 10 points. Treyton…

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Chase Pond scored 22 points- including four 3-pointers- to lead Elk Lake to a 65-47 win over Wyalusing in a nonleague boys basketball game on Thursday.

Pond scored eight of his points during a 22 point third quarter for the Warriors (2-0). Brayden Miller added 11 points and Kendel Jones had 10. Tyler Caplan and Myles Kershner each led the Rams with 12 points.

Elk Lake 65, Wyalusing 47

Elk Lake 17 15 22 11 

Wyalusing 12 9 9 17

Elk Lake: C. Pond 8 2-2 22, B. Miller 5 1-5 11, K. Jones 4 1-2 10, J. Heitsman 4 0-1 9, C. Stephens 2 4-6 8, J. Hitchcock 1 0-0 3, B. Birtch 1 0-0 2, P. Upright 0 0-0 0, T. Upright 0 0-0 0, L. Sprout 0 0-0 0, B. Hewitt 0 0-0 0.

Wyalusing: T. Caplan 4 4-6 12, M. Kershner 4 2-2 12, A. Neiley 3 0-1 6, N. Kilmer 2 0-0 5, P. Cunningham 2 1-2 5, B. Johnson 1 0-0 3, M. Culver 1 0-0 2, J. Vandermark 1 0-0 2, S. Gartland 0 0-0 0.

3-Point Field Goals: C. Pond (EL) 4, K. Jones (EL), J. Hitchcock (EL), J. Heitsman (EL), M. Kershner (WYA) 2, N. Kilmer (WYA), B. Johnson (WYA).

Elk Lake 65, Nanticoke Area 40

John Heitsman scored 18 points and Chase Pond finished with 12 with two 3-pointers in Elk Lake’s 65-40 victory over Nanticoke Area in a nonleague boys basketball game on Wednesday, Dec. 3.

Kendel Jones finished with 11 points for the Warriors  in their season opener. Louden Mullery led the Trojans with 10 points and Treyton Mishanski scored eight.

Elk Lake 15 12 22 16

Nanticoke Area 9 12 13 6

Elk Lake: J. Heitsman 8 1-2 18, C. Pond 4 2-2 12, K. Jones 5 0-0 11, P. Upright…

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