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Several Lions from the Dupont Lions were honored by the District Governor Eileen Yurish. From left to right are Lion Ken Shambie – Proud sponsor award, Lion Janet Rooney – Proud Lion Award, District Governor Eileen Yurish, President Lion Stanley Knick- Proud Lion Award, and Lion Ann Marie Paddock – Proud Lion Award.

The Dupont Softball/Teeball League will hold Opening Day this Saturday, May 7, with ceremonies starting at 2 p.m.

Due to the expected large crowd, car pooling is suggested to cut down on traffic and parking congestion. Please bring lawn/camp chairs as seating is limited.

There will be guest speakers and all teams will play a one inning exhibition game – weather permitting, fun, food and prizes.

Player photos will also be taken.

Teams are as follows: Teeball – Dupont Monument, Paul Brady Construction, Casey Kassa, Pannunzio Law, Mark’s Landscaping, PACC and Northeast Fireworks. Ponyball Softball – GP AMVETS; Dupont VFW-10u Softball; Atlantic Propane-12uSoftball ; Baloga Funeral Home, Bow Clinic 14u Softball Pierantoni Law 17u Softball Bow Clinic.

Bowlers Banquet

Tickets are now on sale for the Dupont Jr. Bowlers’ banquet to be held on Sunday, May 15, at 3:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish Center. Please contact Donna at Dupont Lanes for information and/or tickets.

VFW Meeting

The VFW Post 4909 will hold its next meeting at 7 p.m. on May 2 at the post home.

Many items of importance such as May Poppy Drive, the Memorial Day parade and new flag replacement at cemeteries will be discussed, and reports will be given. Commander John Phillips will preside.

The Home Association meeting will follow. Food, refreshments and camaraderie will be provided after both meetings.

Tax Reminder

William Elko, Tax Collector, reminds residents that the rebate value on the 2011 County/Municipal taxes will end on Monday, May 2. Face Value will be in effect on Tuesday, May 3 to July 1.

Softball Tournament

The 5th Annual Dupont Softball Tournament has been scheduled for July 15-17 at the Dupont Little League Field. All proceeds from this tournament will benefit the Dupont Little League, the Dupont Lions Club and other local charities.

The games are set to begin on Friday, July 15 at 7 p.m., continue all day Saturday, July 16, before concluding on Sunday, July 17. This event will be a double-elimination tournament which guarantees each participating team at least two games played.

Entry fee for each team will be $150.00 with prizes being awarded to the winner and runner-up of the event.

For further information or to enter a team please contact Rob Lopata at 883-0185 as entrants are limited.

Basketball Clinic

A boys basketball clinic will be held at Holy Redeemer High School in Wilkes-Barre for boys in grades 4 through 9 on June 23, 24, and 25. Fee is $60.00 per player. Call Coach Mark Belenski at 570-262-9562 for more information and to register.

Collecting DVDs

Sarah Snyder, a student at Holy Redeemer High School, is currently working on her Girl Scout Silver Award. She is collecting adult and children DVDs to send to the head trauma unit at John Heinz Rehab Hospital and also the pediatric unit at Mercy Hospital.

There will be a box in the back of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church and also at the Dupont Municipal Building to drop the DVD’s off in. Any donation is greatly appreciated.

Sportsmen’s Club

The Elm Street Sportsmen’s Club original meeting date set for Sunday, May 8, has been changed to Sunday, May 15. The meeting will be held at the Club House in Suscon beginning at 7:00 p.m. John Lizak will preside.

PACC Meeting

The Polish American Citizens Club of Elm Street, Dupont, will hold their regular monthly meeting at 2 p.m. on Sunday May 15, at the Club home. PACC Active members are encouraged to attend; refreshments will be served after the meeting.

Eco-tip

Here is Joey Jones Eco-tip of the week: Now that it’s spring, it’s time for spring cleaning. Go through all of your old things and donate what you don’t use anymore to the Salvation Army so that others can reuse those things. It will be appreciated!

First Communion

The following Sacred Heart of Jesus young parishioners who are receiving First Holy Communion today at the 10:30 a.m. services: Bradley Augenstein ; Gwen Balavage; Halle Bryk; Jeremy Cook ; Ava DeSena; Emilee DiMaggio; Janelle Dudek ; Frank Gilchrist; Brendan Kelly; Karyn Klocko; Braden Kozak; Martin Kuna; Leana Lombardo; Matthew Martin; Sarah Murphy; Bruce Rydzy; Abby Swartz

Bulk Pickups

Reservations are being accepted for spring cleaning bulk pickups which will take place on Thursdays and Fridays during the month of May. Contact the municipal office for available dates and times. Information regarding yard maintenance, dog ordinance, pavilion rental and park cleanup can be found on the Dupont borough website at www.dupontpa.info.

Sacred Heart Meetings

Meeting schedule for Sacred Heart of Jesus Church: Women’s Society will meet in the church hall on Tuesday, May 3 at 6:30 p.m.; Holy Name Society will meet in the church hall on Wednesday, May 4 at 7 p.m.; Picnic Committee will meet in the rectory’s lower on Monday, May 9 at 7 p.m.; the Building and Grounds Committee will meet in the lower level of the rectory on Tuesday, May 10 at 7 p.m.; Senior Outreach Committee will meet in the lower level of the rectory on Tuesday, May 10 at 6:30 p.m.

Night at the Races

The Avoca AOH will hold a Night at the Races on May 14. Race sponsorships are only $50 and horse sponsorships are $10 which includes your admission, food and beverages.

Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and racing will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the West Side Social Club in West Avoca. All proceeds will benefit the AOH scholarship program.

Barletta Hours

A representative from Congressman Lou Barletta’s office will be available at the West Pittston Municipal Building on Exeter Avenue, the first and third Wednesdays of every month from 10:00 a.m. to noon.

The representative will be there to answer questions from residents regarding Medicare, Social Security, Veterans benefits, etc. No appointments are necessary, any resident with questions or concerns are welcome to stop by during these hours.

Homecoming Meeting

The Dupont Schools Homecoming Committee will meet on Sunday, May 15, at 2:00 p.m. at the VFW Post Home.

Service Schedule

Dupont service schedule for the week of May 1 is as follows:

Monday, May 2 -Purple refuses bags

Tuesday, May 3 – Ashes, yard waste.

Wednesday, May 4 – Recycling cans and bottles

Got News?

If you have an article which you would like to submit you can send the information to [email protected] or by calling 654-0897.Send your news items by Wednesday evening. Please include a contact phone number.

Bowling Results

Magic Circle

High Scratch Series Scores: John Colarusso, 651; Chris Renfer, 630; Paul CHmiel, 614; Francis Pupa, 578; Edward Collins, 573; Wally Zieminski, 56; Don Whiting, 547; Joseph Chmiel, 545; Michael SPece, 539; Rich Wagner, 537.

Friday Junior/Senior

High Scratch Series Scores:

Men’s Division: Michael Lenchak, 640; Billy Jr. Elko, 604; Michael Szumski, 538; Austin Elko, 533; John Deleo, 518.

Women’s Division: Elena Domnick, 550; Irene Magdon, 478.

Dupont Bowlerettes

High Scratch Series Scores: Donna Kasa, 559; Connie Berlinski, 528; Irene Jemiola, 500; MaryLou Fereck, 492; Debbie Stevens, 479; Kim Kishel, 476; MaryAnn Shugdinis, 459; Helen Zapotoski, 456; Gracelynn Williamson, 456.

Warehouse Mixed

Men’s Division: Ed Markovich, 621; Dom Tafani, 611; Matt Charney, 591; Ed Warunek, 514; John Doran, 509.

Women’s Division: Noel Horwath, 446;

Dupont Prep Boys

High Scratch Series Scores: Jesse Carlen, 414; Evan Elko, 388; Joey Jones, 357; Dylan Kelly, 353; Zachary Garbarino, 345; Calvin Sutcliffe, 326; Michael Walsh, 319; Brandon Savokinas, 310; Charles Kulick, 289; Nick Arcarese, 273.

Bantam/Prep Boys

High Scratch Series Scores: Joe Wruble, 218; Anthony DePascale, 196; Tyler Cegelka, 176; Jeremy Lavellem 171; Tommy Dessoye, 170; Marc Piechota, 164; Tyler Granahan, 163; Charlie Boswell, 130; Nicolas Aschenback, 119; Zachary Elko, 105.

Bantam/Prep Girls

High Scratch Series Scores: Samantha Piechota, 289; Leah Hodick, 232; Morgan Mesaris, 194; Hannah Marunich, 190; Janelle Dudek, 188; Gabrielle Rose, 152; Emily Dessoye, 116; Madison Mesaris, 82.

Dupont Mixed Boys

High Scratch Series Scores: Peter Kulick, 677; Spencer Saxon, 556; Zachary McKitish, 516; Dave Pacovsky, 489; Stephen Yuhas, 488; Keith Boone, 480; Jason Roche, 442; Justin Coyne, 442; Christian Charney, 440; David Zydko, 402.

Dupont Mixed Girls

High Scratch Series Scores: Katie Wynn, 461; Erin Donnelly, 410; Sara Lukowich, 378; Rachael Solano, 358; Jordan Cegelka, 347; Elizabeth Charney, 344; Gina Kirkpatrick, 336; Michelle Grossbauer, 322; Alex McKitish, 311; Katrina Dillon, 301.