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- To Peace Center's Frances & Pat McCormick: Citation of Distinction for Community Leadership, conferred by Wyoming Valley Interfaith Council. 2 weeks ago
- Near the kiddie swings at Kirby Park in Kingston, there is a new young tree that needs 5 gals. of water/day. Drop by & share a bit of water. 2 months ago
- Today, 09/09/09, at exactly 09:09.09 EST, I found myself wondering -- what movie should I go to today? Maybe a 9 PM showing of the movie 9? 2 months ago
- No one should die because they cannot afford health care, no one should go broke because of illness. Please, post this as your status today. 2 months ago
- Did anyone see my month of June? It was here just a little minute ago, I turned my back for just two seconds. Can I borrow a summer month? 4 months ago
felicidades
October 17, 2008 – 2:27 PM
The dinner will feature guest speaker, former Notre Dame All-American and Washington Redskins great Joe Theismann.
Volunteers of America will be honoring Bobby Soper, President/CEO of Mohegan Sun and
The event will begin at 6:00 pm with a silent auction of sports memorabilia including many
strategies for designing stable streams
October 10, 2008 – 11:26 AM
Hi all:
Lackawanna and Luzerne County are presently working on developing a join Comprehensive Plan for both counties.
There have been several stakeholder meetings with February and the following attachment (email) announce several public meetings coming up this week that begin to present some of the initial data collected and plan alternatives.
Please try to attend one of the public meetings and provide input into very important planning process that will hopefully guide the growth of both counties in the future.
Vincent Cotrone
Extension Urban Forester
Penn State Cooperative Extension
16 Luzerne Avenue, Suite 200
West Pittston, PA 18643
570-825-1701
570-825-1709 fax
vjc1@psu.edu
From: Mullen, John [mailto:JFMullen@mccormicktaylor.com]
Sent: Friday, October 03, 2008 1:58 PM
To: Mullen, John
Subject: Public Meeting Announcement — Lackawanna County & Luzerne County Plans
Public Information Meetings
For your information, Lackawanna County and Luzerne County planning officials will hold a series of Public Information Meetings regarding the two-county Comprehensive Plan, Long Range Transportation Plan and Hazard Mitigation Plan. The Counties are in the process of preparing plans to help establish a positive future for the region. We want to include you in the planning process.
www.lackawanna-luzerneplans.com
Elements of the Plans include:
* Land Use
* Housing
* Transportation
* Community Facilities
* Utilities
* Natural, Historic & Cultural Resources
* Mineral Resources
* Agricultural Land
* Water Supply
The meetings will be held at the following locations:
· Tuesday, October 14
Luzerne County Community College
Education Conference Center – Room 132
1333 South Prospect Street
Nanticoke, PA 18634
· Wednesday, October 15
Hazleton Area High School
1601 West 23rd Street
Hazleton, PA 18202
· Thursday, October 16
Lackawanna County EMA
30 Valley View Business Park
Jessup, PA 18434
· Times:
6 p.m. - Open House Mapping Displays
7 p.m. - Presentation
8 p.m. - Questions and Discussion
Comprehensive Plan – The Comprehensive Plan will serve as an overall planning guide for the counties and their municipalities. It will establish a framework for future growth, conservation and preservation that strengthens our existing communities and responsibly stewards our natural, agricultural and cultural resources.
Long Range Transportation Plan – The purpose of this plan is to develop, maintain, and manage an adequate, safe, accessible, and environmentally-sound transportation system. This transportation system will support our communities and provide for the reasonably efficient movement of people and goods within and through the counties.
Hazard Mitigation Plan – This plan will evaluate the potential for natural or technological hazards and determine an approach to manage those hazards.
A copy of the meeting announcement is attached to this e-mail. Please forward this information to interested friends and colleagues. All are welcome.
For more information, please visit our website:
www.lackawanna-luzerneplans.com
You may also contact Mr. Harry Lindsay, Executive Director of the Lackawanna County Regional Planning Commission at (570) 963-6400, or Mr. Adrian Merolli, Executive Director of the Luzerne County Planning Commission at (570) 825-1560.
Regards,
John F. Mullen, AICP
Planning Team Consultant
McCormick Taylor, Inc.
Two Commerce Square
2001 Market Street, 10th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: 215-592-4200
Fax: 215-574-3657
Web: www.mccormicktaylor.com
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“REMEMBERING THE SUSQUEHANNA RIVER SPIRITS. . . . “
A Ceremony and Workshops for the 15th ANNUAL NORTH BRANCH ART TRAIL AND ARTS FESTIVAL 2008, sponsored by the Greater Wyalusing Chamber of Commerce and The Pennsylvania Council of the Arts.
YES, YOU KNOW, everything has energy, everything is energy. It’s real, and you can feel it. Sunsets, Spring rain, moonlight, a field of Summer’s flowers. Now when energy has history, memories, likes and dislikes, intentions, and an agenda, we say it has persona, it has Spirit. The Susquehanna River has persona, the River has Spirit. She’s kin to Great Sister Water. Yup, that’s one of Plato’s “four elements”; Fire, Water, Earth, and Air. Other Ancients called them “Life’s Sacraments” (remember Baptism?), our most direct connections to the Life Force. So. . .
REMEMBER, REMEMBER. . .long, long ago the Big Guy made Fire. And Fire was so very, very much that the Big Guy just had to make Water. Suddenly Fire and Water made Earth! And the Big Guy exclaimed “Wow!”, thus creating Air.
LISTEN, LISTEN, the River is singing to us, waiting for us. So in Ceremony we’ll begin at the beginning and go to the Fire, then we’ll traverse East to the River.
We’ll give Sister Susquehanna our gifts, renew our kinship, sing our River Song, ask Her blessings, ask Her advice, and ask how we might help Her too.
Finally, Father Fire carries us home.
CEREMONY: SUNDAY, 12 October, 2008 at 5:00 pm SHARP!
Come early, learn your River Song.
LOCATION: At Tom McCarty’s “River Eddy” in Sugar Run.
If you’re arriving by boat, please pull in a good distance away from the poles and ribbons. It is a primitive site.
DIRECTIONS: Heading NW on Rt. 6, (before Wyalusing) turn left immediately after the Wyalusing Valley Children’s Center, before the traffic light, going across the overpass- going over the RR tracks and cross the River bridge, immediately turn left onto Rt. 187, pass Endless Mountains Outfitters, cross creek bridge, immediately bear left, and turn left down thru gate, ribbons et al.
Uncertain?
Call David and Melody Buck, Tel: 570. 746.9140, or Em: kayaks@ptd.net.
SPONSORS: Endless Mountains Outfitters Canoe and Kayak Center.
POETRY READING:
After Ceremony, our Camp Fire hosts the Festivals 15th Annual Poetry Reading, bring a poem or story to share.
DETAILS:
Bring gifts for The River (a small container of clean water) and some dry wood for the Fire.
Bring chairs or waterproof cushions to sit on, and a personal flashlight.
Wear sturdy shoes and warm seasonal clothing.
Bring healthy snacks to share, a mug for tea. No pets, alcohol or drugs.
PROGRAM INFO: Contact Joseph at 570.454.6491 or Em: jburinsky@psu.edu for free information about our work.
NOTE THAT the work is neither religious nor Pagan, just essential Spirit stuff common to all.
YES, COME JOIN US AT THE 15th ANNUAL NORTH BRANCH ART TRAIL AND ARTS FESTIVAL 2008, OCTOBER 10, 11, and 12th.
Enjoy continuous live entertainment, music and dance, including open houses at galleries, museums, and artist’s studios, an Artisan’s Street Fair, great food, free dance lessons, folk, jazz, hot bands, A Pumpkin Festival, The 6th Annual North Branch Triathlon, the 15th Annual North Branch Art Trail, and our Pumpkin Float Canoe and Kayak River trip from Sugar Run to Laceyville. For details and schedules visit www.walusing.net , and telephone 570.746.4922 or Email: wchamber@epix.net
“HEALING THRU SPIRIT WORK: THE TECHNOLOGY OF THE SACRED. . . “
Joseph J. Burinsky AIA, Shamanic Practitioner, Spirit Worker, Nationally Certified Bereavement Facilitator, Palliative Care Specialist, and Spiritual Counseling facilitator.
POB 512, Hazleton, PA 18201, Tel: 570.454.6491 Email: jburinsky@psu.edu
job opportunity
October 10, 2008 – 9:31 AM
job opportunity
Employment at King’s College
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Northeast Blood Division
Northeast Pennsylvania Blood Region
29 New Commerce Rd
Ashley PA 18706
Tel (570) 823-7164
Fax (570) 823-9097
www.nepagivvelife.org
Dear Rod,
When you're committed to providing relief and hope to millions of people
around the world every day, you need the support of others who share that
dedication and who want to contribute to it. That's why the American Red
Cross has always been there for others, because you are there for us.
As one of the nation's leading nonprofit organizations, we attract talented,
motivated and enthusiastic people who make our mission to save lives a
reality and who experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best.
The Pennsylvania Blood Services Region is currently seeking candidates
to apply for the position(s) attached. We will consider all qualified
candidates. If you know a candidate that may help us fill this position I
would appreciate it if you direct them to send their resume to
Bloodhr@usa.redcross.org .
Our humanitarian mission connects us to people and communities across
the nation and around the world. We are committed to the diversity of our
people, programs and services, and we are proud to be an equal
opportunity employer. The organization acts affirmatively in the
employment and advancement of qualified women, minority group
members, disabled veterans, Vietnam-era veterans, other covered veterans
and those individuals who are physically and/or mentally disabled and
otherwise qualified.
Kind Regards,
Amy M. Merritt
Talent Acquisition Specialist
860-284-7056
merrittam@usa.redcross.org
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QUALITY MANAGER
Full-Time Position
Job Description: Manages the review, assessment and monitoring activities for records, processes, and systems.
Manages and/or leads problem solving activities or functions in the Quality Assurance (QA) department.
Mentors, coaches and develops Quality staff. Represents QA and/or leads projects, work groups or multi-functional
process improvement and standardization teams..
Job Requirements: Applicants must have experience in a cGMP environment such as blood, plasma, tissue,
pharmaceutical or medical device firm. Four years of functional experience in QA, Quality Control (QC) or QA Auditing.
Three years of management experience. Superior verbal and written skills are a must.
Knowledge of operations in a biologic, pharmaceutical or medical device manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of federal regulatory requirements and quality assurance practices/principles related to medical industry
manufacturing operations; Course and practical experience in a leadership role; must display tact, diplomatic and
professionalism in difficult situations; must protect the confidentiality of sensitive information in the department; must
operate as a team member.
Interested parties should forward a resume in Microsoft Word format to: bloodhr@usa.redcross.org along with a
cover letter indicating the position of interest.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity M/F/D/V.
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PLEASE POST
Inter Agency Notice of Position Opening
Wilkes Barre Office
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
33 EAST NORTHAMPTON STREET
WILKES BARRE, PA 18701
Program Assistant
OPENING DATE: 10/21/09 CLOSING DATE: 11/04/09
Position Description:
Full time program assistant position available; Monday through Friday, 8:45am to 5:00pm.
Duties include, but are not limited to, initial client intake and scheduling, as well as file and office management.
Job Requirements:
A high school diploma is required; must be experienced in use of a computer, especially Microsoft Office.
Bi-lingual English / Spanish preferred.
Catholic Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Starting Salary: $19,500
DIRECT ALL INQUIRIES TO:
Kelli James
Catholic Social Services
33 East Northampton Street
Wilkes Barre, PA 18701
Fax: (570) 829-7781
Attached please find our newest Position posting.
Thank you for distributing!!!
Nurse Technologist(Phlebotomist)
Job Description: Perform automated and whole blood collection activities as assigned. Ensures that blood collection services operations and systems are in accordance with FDA, NHG and departmental policy. Responsible for proactive behaviors to facilitate goal attainment; Require completion of extensive standardized training and demonstration of competency to perform each job function. Attention to detail is imperative.
Job Requirements: excellent communications skills, a proven history of providing excellent customer service, good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities. Knowledge and/or experience in the medical field are a plus. Certification in medical assistant/phlebotomy program with phlebotomist experience preferred. A High School diploma is required along with a valid PA driver’s license with a good driving record. Bi-lingual skills are highly desirable.
Days/hours/special designations: Candidate must be able to comply with the demands of irregular hours, flexible assignments and work locations. 40 hours/week.
Interested parties should forward a resume in Microsoft Word format to: bloodhr@usa.redcross.org along with a cover letter indicating the position of interest. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity M/F/D/V.
Thank You,
Amy M. Merritt
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Connecticut & Northeastern Pennsylvania Regions
American Red Cross
Connecticut Blood Services
209 Farmington Avenue
Farmington CT 06032
860-284-7056(p)
860-678-2767(f)
800-732-4371 ext.7056
merrittam@usa.redcross.org
Website for CT: www.bloodct.org
Website for NEPA: www.nepagivelife.org
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Re: Catholic Social Services – Receptionist Job Opening
Please post the attached Job Posting to get the word out into the Hispanic Community.
The announcement is in both English and Spanish. All inquiries are to me directed to:
Msgr. Joseph P. Kelly, M.S.W., V.E.
Catholic Social Services
33 East Northampton Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
Email: jpkel@csswb.org
PLEASE POST: Inter Agency Notice of Position Opening, Wilkes Barre Office
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
33 EAST NORTHAMPTON STREET
WILKES BARRE, PA 18701
Receptionist
Position Description:
Full time receptionist position available; Monday through Friday, 8:45am to 5:00pm. Duties include, but are not limited to, answering and directing calls on a multi-line system; receiving and distributing faxes and mail; greeting and assisting clients; some computer work and filing. This position is open immediately.
Job Requirements:
A high school diploma is required; experience in secretarial sciences is preferred.
Must be Bi-lingual English/Spanish
Catholic Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Starting Salary: $18,200
DIRECT ALL INQUIRIES TO: Msgr. Joseph P. Kelly, M.S.W., V.E.
Catholic Social Services
33 East Northampton Street
Wilkes Barre, PA 18701
E-Mail: jpkel@csswb.org
Fax: (570) 829-7781
POSICION ABIERTA
Catholic Social Services
33 East Northampton Street
Wilkes Barre, PA 18701
Recepcionista
Descripción del empleo:
Posición de tiempo completo como recepcionista, Lunes a Viernes de 8:45 a.m. hasta las 5:00 p.m. El trabajo incluye pero no esta limitado a responder y dirigir las llamadas telefónicas desde una central multilínea; recibir y distribuir faxes y correo; recibir y asistir a los clientes; se requiere conocimiento de computación y archivo. Esta posición esta inmediatamente disponible.
Requisitos para el empleo:
Diploma de secundaria y preferible alguna experiencia en secretariado.
Debe ser bilingüe: Inglés/Español
Catholic Social Services es un Empleador de Oportunidades para todos.
Salario al empezar: $18,200
MAYOR INFORMACION: Monseñor Joseph P. Kelly, M.S.W., V.E.
Catholic Social Services
33 East Northampton Street
Wilkes Barre, PA 18701
Email: jpkel@csswb.org
Fax: 570-829-7781
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COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
Full-Time Position
Job Description: Manage public relations and communications for the Northeastern PA Region to enhance public awareness of the need
for blood donations and to achieve annual collections goals for both regular and specialized donations.
With direction from regional CEO and divisional office, establish strategic direction for communication and public relations efforts,
develop short and long term plans, cultivate external print and electronic media sources to enhance American Red Cross image in the region.
Job Requirements: Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications or related field, or equivalent.
Master’s degree preferred. Minimum five years of progressively responsible public relations or communications management
experience is required. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are extremely important.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively,
assimilate information quickly, analyze problems and implement appropriate solutions are required.
Ability to work independently while developing strong working relationships among peers and
subordinates is required. Exceptional interpersonal skills to deal with all levels of staff, media,
volunteers, donors and public are a must.
This position requires excellent computer skills; Proficiency in Microsoft applications and
database experience required. Proficiency with standard desktop publishing
Interested parties should forward a resume in Microsoft Word format to:
bloodhr@usa.redcross.org along with a cover letter indicating the position of interest.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity M/F/D/V.
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International Inside Sales Rep Bilingual Spanish/English
International Inside Sales Rep Bilingual Spanish/English Koehler-Bright Star Inc., a manufacturer of portable lighting products for hazardous locations, is currently seeking a full time International Inside Sales Rep. The successful candidate will have proven experience in prospecting, managing accounts & making domestic and international direct telephone sales calls. A minimum of 3 years successful inside sales experience is required. Fluency in Spanish required. Position is located in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Competitive salary and full benefit package including 401(k). No relocation. Send resume and salary history to: Koehler Bright Star, Inc. Attn: H.R. Dept 380 Stewart Road Wilkes-Barre, PA 18706 hr@kbs-inc.net . EOE-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
