The Journal-Herald, Thursday, March 16, 2023

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Penn Lake council gets nearer to revised traffic sign and zoning ordinances

by Suzanne Winters

NEW STORE, MAIN STREET MARKET COMING THIS SPRING: The old stone building at 234 Main Street in White Haven is getting a new lease on life after its recent purchase. At last week’s Greater White Haven Chamber of Commerce meeting, plans for an outdoor Main Street Market featuring crafters and produce on the second Saturday of every month, April through August, were discussed. The market will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., on the grassy lawn of the stone building. Applications are available on the CofC’s Facebook page, or by stopping in at the borough building. The Chamber also heard from new members The Soapy Bee Country Store & Cafe, which will be located on part of the first floor of the 234 Main Street building, and also from the Hickory Run Lavender Farm.

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Penn Lake Borough council’s March 9 meeting started with a long work about traffic signs, zoning ordinance revisions and emergency management. Borough solicitor Kristyn Giarrantano-Jeckell spoke to a PennDOT official regarding signs, reporting that someone would get in touch with councilman David Longmore to arrange a visit to meet him here and go over the borough’s STOP sign placements. This service is free, but the borough may need a traffic study before an ordinance can be made effective regarding STOP signs.

The solicitor has been going over the zoning ordinance, comparing the two versions available and making revisions. Council president Paul Rogan

suspected the current online version of the ordinance may have gotten corrupted when it was transferred to the current website, which has created some confusion. Some clarifications were made during this meeting and attorney Giarrantano-Jeckell will put together the new ordinance. That will then need to go to the borough’s Planning Commission and Luzerne County Planning Commission for review. Then a final version will be advertised and voted on. In addition to the zoning ordinance, the solicitor will be looking into requirements for any easements needed related to the dam repairs. The monthly zoning See PENN LAKE, page 5

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Editorial

The Blizzard of 1993

by Seth Isenberg

Thirty years ago, our area was surprised by a ferocious snow storm that dumped just short of two feet of snow on White Haven and Weatherly. This was a blinding snowstorm, with howling winds that froze the area during the storm and slowed it for a couple of days more during dig-out.

It displayed all the power that a historic Nor’Easter can deliver. Here in 2023, Nor’Easters have been recognized for the winter hurricanes that they are. Bomb cyclones = hurricanes.

The Nor’Easter that blew through here on Tuesday missed us with its wrath. We caught the back edge and are lucky. As I finish this editorial, I checked Accuweather and saw this storm left snowfalls of nearly 20” in southwest New Hampshire, and near 18” in the Catskills. Add the hurricaneforce gusts and there are power outages.

So, count us fortunate that we didn’t see a repeat of the Blizzard of ’93, and remember as weather tends to repeat itself eventually, so we could get big snows in one of the next Nor’Easters.

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From The Journal-Herald

Issue of March 18, 1993

Editors & Publishers

Jay and Clara Holder

An impressive photo of White Haven’s Main Street businesses buried after nearly two feet of snow fell. The Roger Schoch photo shows a deeply cut path through snow from the Diner towards the Ugly Mug and Journal office.

In the editorial of this week, “The Journal-Herald staff” offered “more than three cheers … in appreciation of the fine work performed during last weekend’s snow storm … by paid workers and dedicated volunteers. Road workers, firemen, ambulance crews, … and just plain folks pitched in and did a great job in Weatherly, White Haven and surrounding areas.” The editorial adds extra commendation to the emergency responders who stayed at their stations throughout the night.

“The White Haven area has its own snow baby Kirstin Renee Schafer, of RR1. She was born at 11:03 a.m. on Sunday, March 14, at Nesbitt Memorial Hospital, Kingston.”

The White Haven Business Improvement Committee voted in support of having “White Haven” painted on the new water tower. The WHBIC is working on a White Haven brochure to be ready this summer and joined the Pocono Mountain Vacation Bureau to get their help in distribution of them.

Members are making plans for the 1993 White Haven Festival.

At the White Haven Municipal Authority meeting, citizen Clark Blair spoke out against spending the additional $2,500 to paint “White Haven” on the water tower. He suggested local business share the cost.

“Neither rain, nor snow…” was the beginning of Donnell Stump’s article of the Lausanne Township meeting, held during the blizzard after nearly a foot of snow had fallen, and the winds picked up. She didn’t attend, instead getting meeting notes as soon as it was safe. The meeting focused on insurances and paperwork.

The Weatherly Area School Board also ignored the snow and held its regular monthly meeting. Among the business was the refinancing of a bond, which would save the District $532,000 over the life of the old bond. Six students will be attending the FBLA State Leadership Conference, to be held at the Split Rock Lodge April 14-16.

The Crestwood School Board praised staff for their swift response to the bus crash near Penn Lake. A meeting by the School Board and Penn Lake area parents is scheduled for Tuesday … The students themselves are “dealing with the accident in a healthy, intelligent way.” Some of them “even made recommendations to the Board and bus contractor (on) things that should be changed…”

Foster Township’s road crew was reinstated last week, after being dismissed on February 9 over a union issue. During the time when temporary workers did plowing, there was an accident with one plow and a parked car, and a property damaged during plowing.

The Rev. Glenn Hueholt penned this week’s Pastor’s Corner about “Bread” and Lent, and about hunger.

Weatherly Area Middle School teacher Carol Hill is a Certified Home Economist, earning the credential recently. She completed 75 professional development units and will need to have completed 75 more every three years to maintain certification.

The Crestwood Math Counts Team placed second among 14 Luzerne County schools at the recent competition. Pictured are members James Cyburski, Stanley Ruda, Jennifer Perch, Frank Klemovitch, and Jennifer Randle, along with their coach Joanne Perch.

Fred “Ditz” Meier announced that he is running for mayor of White Haven borough.

Among the candidates for Crestwood School Board are a slate including Eric Aigeldinger, Isadore Berley, Stephanie Grubert, Richard Malikowski and John Williams.

State Rep. Keith McCall will serve on the

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Public Notices

LEGAL NOTICE

IN RE: ESTATE OF CHRISTINE M. SKWIERZ, a/k/a CHRISTINE SKWIERZ, Deceased, late of the Village of Tresckow, County of Carbon and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary have been granted in the Estate of Christine M. Skwierz, a/k/a/ Christine Skwierz, who died on the 5th day of December 2022. All persons having claims against the estate are requested to make known the same, and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to the Executor, Jeffrey J. Skwierz, 53 Hamilton Street, West Wyoming PA, 18644, or his attorney:

CYNTHIA S. YURCHAK, ESQUIRE

121 Carbon Street

Post Office Box 49 Weatherly PA 18255

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE is hereby given that Letters Testamentary have been issued to Kimberly Davis of 21 Ash Tree Lane, White Haven, Pennsylvania 18661, Executrix of the Estate of Alberta Jane Fox, also known as Alberta J. Fox, deceased, late of White Haven, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, who died on January 17, 2023. All creditors are requested to present their claims and all persons indebted to the decedent will make payment to the aforementioned Executrix, C/O the attorney for the estate:

Stacey Acri, Esq.

273 E. Northampton St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702

(570) 826-5554

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

WEATHERLY BOROUGH

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids for the Multi-Use Trail Phase 1 Tree Clearing Project and Base Trail Construction, will be received by the Borough of Weatherly, until 4:00 P.M. on Monday, March 20th. Bids will be opened and read aloud Tuesday, March 21st at 9:00 A.M. The bid award date will be Tuesday, March 21st intended to immediately follow bid opening.

Bids will be received for Contract No. 3 –

Multi-Use Trail Phase 1 Tree Clearing, Trail Station 30+00 to 37+00 And

Bids will be received for Contract No 4 –

Multi-Use trail Phase 1 Base Trail Construction, Trail Station 30+00 to 37+00

Bids will only be received in person and all documents and solicitation details are available at no cost at the Borough of Weatherly, 61 West Main Street, Weatherly, PA 18255 during office hours Monday – Friday 7:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. Bidders can bid on one or both Contracts.

The Borough hereby reserves the right, which is understood and agreed to by all bidders, to refuse any or all bids submitted; and also reserves the right to waive any informality in bids received, but any contract awarded will be to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. There are no Davis-Bacon requirements associated with the AMLER Program. Prevailing wage rates are also not required for grants.

To schedule a time to visit the Project Area, contact Harold Pudliner at (570) 427-8640. No visits will be scheduled within two (2) days of the date to receive the bids. Each Contract is to be substantially completed in 3 weeks and final completion in 4 weeks.

DATE: Harold Pudliner Borough Manager Weatherly Borough Z057000411 DV/1 3/16

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters of Administration have been granted to Michael Pombo, of Hazleton, Pennsylvania, in the Estate of LUGENE

A. SARLEY-POMBO, late of Hazleton, Pennsylvania, who died on December 17, 2022. All persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make payment and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to the Administrator named or to:

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WASD students honored at March board meeting

by James Hunter

Abigail Paisley, daughter of Nicholas and Christine Paisley, was named senior of the month for February. She was among the Weatherly Area School District students honored at the regular March school board meeting on the 8th.

Abigail serves as vicepresident of the Class of 2023, the Yearbook Club, and the Student Government Association (SGA). She is a member of the volleyball and basketball teams, the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), the Weatherly Area High School chapter of the National Honor Society and the Envirothon team.

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In the community, Abigail has volunteered her time with the Weatherly Hillclimb Association, and is employed by Woods Ice Cream.

The Weatherly Area Middle School also honored students based on academic achievement, attendance, extra-curricular activities and service to school and community.February’s honorees are shown above, from left, with vice-principal Christopher Kimmel.

Maci Kane, daughter of Valerie and Jason Kane of Packer Township, was chosen as the sixth-grade student of the month. Maci plays basketball for the Freeland Basketball League as well as the My Sky Amateur Athletic Union Basketball League. She also plays soccer for the Greater Hazleton Youth Soccer Association and the Hazleton Travel Soccer Team. Maci is a member of the Our Lady of Lourdes Church where she attends CCD.

Mikayla Haraschak, daughter of Cheryl Haraschak of Weatherly, has been chosen as seventh grade student of the month. Mikayla is a member of the Weatherly Area Middle School Chorus, the SGA and the Art Club. She is a middle school cheerleader, plays soccer, and volunteers at the Citizens Fire Co #1.

Ryan DeFelice, son of Ryan DeFelice, Weatherly, was chosen as the eighth grade student of the month. Ryan assists in child care for his brother and enjoys playing video games.

Obituaries

EVELYN R. STRITZ

Evelyn R. Stritz, beloved wife, mother, sister grandmother, of Carbon Street, Weatherly, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 13, 2023, at home while in the tender care of her family at 88 years of age.

Born Thursday, December 13, 1934 in Hazleton, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Mary (Semon) Feuhrer. Evelyn was also predeceased by daughter, Karen L. Stritz; son, Steven G. Stritz; step-daughter, Barbara Stritz; brother, Arthur Feuhrer.

Surviving are her husband of 51 years, George W. Stritz; daughter, Mary Lazar, wife of Brian; step-son, George

A. Stritz and his wife Linda; step-daughter, Jennie Green, wife of Lester; sister, Loraine Coll; grandchildren, Brian, and Karissa; greatgrandchildren, Maci, Steven, and Jameson. Nieces and nephews also survive Evelyn.

A graduate of West Hazleton High School, Evelyn worked in the textile industry. A member of Our Lady of Lourdes R.C.C. of Weatherly, Evelyn enjoyed doing puzzles.

Private arrangements have been entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Weatherly.

Interment will be in St. John’s Cemetery of Drums.

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CHARLES R. PARKER, SR.

Charles R. Parker, Sr., 77 years of age of Beaver Meadows, passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at WilkesBarre Veterans Medical Center.

Born Tuesday, June 26, 1945 in Woodbury, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Woodrow and Esther (Sherman) Parker. Charlie was also predeceased by a sister, Esther M. Walper.

Surviving are daughters, Jamie K. Gerhart and Jennifer K. Parker; son, Charles “Chaz” R. Parker, Jr.; grandson, Samuel M. Parker; brothers,

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Kenneth (Jane) Parker, Bruce (Sandra) Parker, and identical and inseparable twin brother, Eugene Parker. Charlie is survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family, and his beloved cats Zilly and Boy-Boy.

A Weatherly High School graduate, Charlie was a disabled American Veteran, having served his country honorably during the Vietnam War. Charlie worked for Bethlehem Steel, Armor Foods, and Lance Foods; however, his true calling was law enforcement, serving as constable and police officer in many local communities.

BEVERLY DOTTER

Beverly Dotter, age 80, of Gladwyne, formerly of Wayne, passed away on February 20, 2023. Born in White Haven, she was the daughter of the late Newton and Gertrude Dotter (nee Wheeler). Her brother, Glenn Dotter, predeceased her.

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Charlie and his brother Eugene were ardent NASCAR fans, driving their bus to races at Pocono and Dover Speedways with nephew John Parker and the bus crew. An avid outdoorsman, Charlie enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping at Red Ridge Campground in Zion’s Grove. Charlie was a proud and active member of the VFW and AmVets, having served as Post Commander. He was also involved with the American Legion as well as many other local organizations and social clubs.

Pending funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Weatherly.

Family and friends will gather at a later date to celebrate Charlie’s life.

Beverly was employed as director, editorial services with Sun Oil (Sunoco) for over 40 years, where she wrote the corporate mewsletter and communications. In addition to writing, she handled editing, layout, budgeting, coordinating the Annual Report, and helping with special events, to mention a few of her responsibilities. She was well liked and respected by her friends and co-workers. After retirement, she joined the Main Line Chamber of Commerce, volunteered with Surrey Services for Seniors and Pals For Life, and served on the boards of all three organizations. Beverly was very active in St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Devon. She enjoyed vacationing in Avalon and Stone Harbor, NJ. She loved going to the theater, museums, and reading. She was very generous with her time and resources with various charitable organizations. She was very healthy until recently when she contracted Myasthenia Gravis, a chronic autoimmune neuromuscular disease.

Friends and co-workers celebrated her at a memorial service March 2, at St. Luke Lutheran Church, Devon. Interment was private.

Contributions in Beverly’s memory to Surrey Services, 60 Surrey Way, Devon, PA 19333, would be appreciated.

most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God. Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my mother.

Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in this necessity; there are none that can withstand your power.

show me herein you are my Mother. O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. (say 3 times) Sweet Mother, I place this cause in your hands. (say 3 times) Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, who lights all roads so that I can attain my goal. You who give me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me. I want this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy toward me and mine.

person must say this prayer for 3 consecutive days. After the 3rd day, the request will be granted, no matter how difficult it may be. This prayer must be published after the favor is granted. T.E.

Obituaries Penn Lake

AILEEN ROMANO

Aileen “BeBe” (Mahon) Romano, beloved Mother, Sister, and Nana of Stroudsburg, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 10, 2023, while in the loving care of her family with the support of St. Luke’s Hospice.

Born October 24, 1932 in Beaver Meadows, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Coyle) Mahon. Aileen is also predeceased by husband Anthony “Caesar” Romano Sr.; daughter, Jean Maybin; son, Mick Romano; daughter-in-law, Robin (Graver) Romano; sisters, Leona Witchie and Elizabeth Grazio; and brother, Joseph Mahon.

Surviving are her son, Anthony “Tony” Romano, Jr. of Stroudsburg; daughter, Ann Law and her husband Brian of Stroudsburg; brother, Cornelius Mahon and his wife Jean of Beaver Meadows; grandchildren, Brian Law Jr. and his wife Dawn, Keith Law, Elizabeth Law, Ross Maybin and his wife Tayler, Audrey Maybin, and Christopher Romano; great-grandchildren, Ava Law, Abel Law, and Blake Maybin. Aileen is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Bebe was a graduate of Hazleton High School and a member of Our Lady of Victory R.C.C. in Tannersville. She worked at Banner Metal in

Stroudsburg for the majority of her career and then for St Luke’s Day Care until her retirement in 2012. In life, BeBe was faithful, generous, loving, and fiercely independent. Her family was the center of her world.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Weatherly.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, March 17, at 11 a.m. from Our Lady of Lourdes R.C.C., 318 Plane Street, Weatherly.

Interment will be in Union Cemetery, Weatherly.

Online condolences can be expressed by visiting www. griffithsfuneralfomes.com

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appropriations, business and economic development, and consumer affairs and transportation committees. He also is a member of the Low Emission Vehicle commission.

Carbon County row office filings include William O’Gurek prothonotary, William McGinley clerk of courts, Joseph Orsulak treasurer, and John Bruno Jr. vs. Margaret O’Donnell for register of wills. Weatherly Area School Board candidates are Daniel Humenick, George Schneider, Harold Sipler Jr., and Jeffrey Gavin.

Phil Engman wrote about basketball, and the coming men’s March basketball tour-

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report noted that the zoning hearing board meeting on February 21 granted an application for a dimensional variance at 1109 Lakeview Drive.

Mayor Tom Carter brought up the issue of the Emergency Management Coordinator. This position is difficult to fill, and it was suggested that since this position is likely to become a paid position by the county, perhaps Penn Lake should consult with the neighboring municipalities to discuss their plans for filling their EMC positions. It may be possible that Penn Lake could jointly hire an EMC with White Haven, Dennison Township and Foster Township. The mayor would look into this.

In reports, secretary Karen Burden reported there was one Short Term Rental application was received, but

nament. In the NCAAs, he picked North Carolina, Duke, Florida State and Michigan.

Marian’s boys’ basketball team beat Pius X 75 to 53 to earn a spot in the District 11 Class A championship, writes Carl Schigner. Kenny Lawson contributed “on both sides of the ball with eight points and seven rebounds.” On Friday, the Colts faced Schuylkill Haven and the Hurricanes proved too much, “strolling” to a 52 to 42 victory by shutting down the Colts offensive threats. Lawson had six points, and Jon Garber, two.

I wrote about two days of skiing at Red Mountain in British Columbia during a family week trip to see the Holders of Spokane. In a note at the column’s end, I

it did not qualify.

Councilman Shaun Kuter, in his recreation report, said the port-o-potties will be placed at the ballpark and beach area before May 1, and stay through October 31. Regarding the lake, he thanked residents for keeping the geese moving, saying “they are coming to the lake but are not staying.” He also asked that residents please stop feeding the stray cats. Kuter attended the meeting via phone.

Longmore presented a list of companies nearby offering recycling obtained from the Luzernecounty. org website. Places that will take electronics for recycling include Best Buy, Staples, Salvation Army, Brenner Recycling, Waste Reduction Recycling and Cartridge World. Some of these places will take items free of charge, but it is best to check their websites or call for details and restrictions.

Council voted to accept

noted the Blizzard of 1993 was a bust for local ski areas, as both Jack Frost and Big Boulder were closed due to the roads and the wind. I measured the snow in our back yard nearly two feet… too much to shovel.

I wrote a review of a fine and reasonably priced meal at The Fern Hotel. As an example, The Fern advertised in this issue weekend specials of Swordfish Steak, Broiled Crab Cakes or Chicken Irene for $9.95, while on Thursday, the dinner special is chicken and waffles for $5.95.

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Issue of March 18, 1943

Publisher W. C. Taylor

As a benefit for the Red Cross, the Dennison Township Community Association

the proposal for engineering work regarding the drainage project planned for 54 Williams Drive received from Borton Lawson Engineering, totaling $4,750. The project will be paid from ARPA funds. In his dam report, Rogan reported that work has started regarding surveys for easements. More work needs to be done regarding appraisals of the properties requiring easements, and also determining the impact of the easements. He noted that the Dam Advisory Group held a lengthy meeting recently.

Regarding the dam, Rogan introduced Resolution #1 of 2023, which sets up the drawdown of the dam funds for 6/9/23, in the amount of $2,940,000. He felt they should pass this now so it is in place and allows time for any necessary changes or corrections that might be required. The resolution was passed.

(will) sponsor a benefit Amateur program (of entertainment that will) be held at the Middleburg School House next Thursday evening. Music (will be) by The Wiz Boys. Donation is 25¢.

The local L.O.W.L. Protective Association received another shipment of some seven dozen breeding rabbits from Kansas here Monday. It was noted that several of them had given birth to their young in transit.

The people of White Haven and vicinity are asked to be prepared for a surprise blackout to be held before the end of the month. All persons are asked to look over and remember the revised rulings on the blackouts so as to avoid confusion.

WAHSAA presents check for Read Across America: The Weatherly Area High School Alumni Association recently presented a check for $700 to the Weatherly Area School District to assist with activities for Read Across America for March is Reading Month. Sue Ann Gerhard, vice-president of the WAHSAA, presented the check to superintendent Dan Malloy and supervisor of special programs Dr. Brian Pipech. Activities were held throughout the day and many volunteers, teachers and principals read to the students in grades Pre-K through fourth. This event is held annually. Back row, from left, Superintendent Malloy, Thing 1, Cat in the Hat, Title I Coordinator Jessica Ackourey, WAHSAA VP Gerhard, Thing 2, and Dr. Pipech.

Easter Flowers

Centenary United Methodist Church, Carbon St in Weatherly is placing Spring flowers in the church sanctuary for Easter. Available are lilies and mums, $10 and hyacinths, tulips, Rieger begonias and daffodils for $8. Anyone who would like to place one in memory or honor of someone can do so by calling Lori at 484-695-5973, please leave a message and your call will be promptly returned. Monetary donations are also being accepted. Deadline to order is Sunday, March 19.

Lenten services in Weatherly

Worship Services begin at 7 p.m. A time of fellowship and light refreshments will follow each service except for Ash Wednesday.

March 22– Our Lady of Lourdes Church

March 29– Salem United Church of Christ

In case of inclement weather, the host church will decide whether to cancel services.

Shepherd House distribution set

The Shepherd House in Weatherly will be distributing food on Saturday, March 25, from 10 a.m. to noon. Shepherd House is located in Zion’s Lutheran Church at 335 3rd Street in Weatherly. Please use the side entrance of the church on Fell Street to pick

up your food. If there is a food emergency, do not hesitate to contact Charlie Hettler, 570-427-8981. If there is no answer, please leave your name and phone number on the answering machine and he will get back to you.

DENNISON TOWNSHIP

RESIDENTS

2022 Real Estate and School taxes can be paid by mail or in person at the White Haven Borough Building, 312 Main Street, White Haven every Wednesday between the hours of 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Checks or money orders only. Credit cards or cash will not be accepted.

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Seth’s Sightings

We spent the majority of our week in Philadelphia. I was laid up from surgery and recovering in the hospital, but Ruth was out and about, seeing flowering trees and the bustle of the city in the university district.

It wasn’t possible to complete my surgery, so my stay was short just two days…two days of being

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woken up in the middle of the night for blood draws, then greeting the morning with a vitals check and heparin shot, followed by a meeting with the surgery students as they made their rounds before 7 a.m. Sleep? Hah! Maybe a little.

I used some quiet time to watch the Food Network, Chopped in particular.

Coming Events

FRIDAY, MARCH 17—Storytime, 4:30 p.m., Weatherly Area Community Library, sign up 570-427-5085

MONDAY, MARCH 20—Community Outreach by Rep. Michael Cabell’s office, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., White Haven Borough Building, 312 Main Street

SATURDAY, MARCH 25—Easter Egg Hunt, 1 p.m., Eurana Park, Weatherly, register at 570-578-8005 or 570-582-9298

SATURDAY, APRIL 1—Easter Egg Hunt, 1 p.m., Lehigh Park, White Haven, register on White Haven Police Department’s Facebook page

SATURDAY, APRIL 1—Food Truck Frenzy, 12-6 p.m., Crestwood High School Parking Lot

SATURDAY, APRIL 8—Main Street Market, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 243 Main Street, White Haven

SUNDAY, APRIL 9—Breakfast, 8 a.m.-Noon, VFW Post 6615, White Haven

SATURDAY, MAY 13—Main Street Market, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 243 Main Street, White Haven

SUNDAY, MAY 28—Memorial Day Parade & Gathering in the Park, White Haven

FRIDAY, JUNE 2—Graduation, 6 p.m., Weatherly Area High School

SATURDAY, JUNE 10—Main Street Market, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 243 Main Street, White Haven

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JUNE 10 & 11—Weatherly HillClimb

SATURDAY, JULY 8—Main Street Market, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 243 Main Street, White Haven

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9—Car Show, Lehigh Park, White Haven

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 & 10— Weatherly HillClimb

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13—Weatherly Area Community Library Auction preview night, 6-8 p.m., Packer Township Building

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14—Weatherly Area Community Library Auction, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Packer Township Building

I was also able to do some work on last week’s Journal of the Pocono Plateau and this week’s Journal-Herald. Being let out of the hospital on Thursday was an incredible joy. Freedom! The opportunity to get back to eating normally, to be in my own bed, and to be with our dogs. Still, it was tough to adjust for the first two days, basically spent at home healing up from the incision made for the surgery attempt. As of today, things seem to be healing well. I’ll know better when I’m down to Philly later this month for a post-surgery review and a planning session. There’s likely another surgery try in August.

As I finish this writing, outside a Nor’easter blows snow around. We are lucky to be on the western edge. Towards the eye of this, there’s a foot and more of wet snow. I’m watching weather in Worcester, MA, hoping they don’t get hit too hard as the eye was near Cape Cod early on Tuesday afternoon.

At the same time, there’s crazy snow and rainy weather happening in California. For example, Mammoth Mountain reports getting over 560 inches so far which means skiing to at least the 4th of July. The Donner Ski Ranch, up high near the pass and not far from Interstate 80, shows a report that there will be two to three feet of snow through Wednesday from this current storm. Just down the road and downhill at Boreal, just off Interstate 80, they expected over an inch of rain.

We are sharing a nice photo of an eagle, taken by a photographer Joe Ebert (website in InletPhoto.com) with its prey, on a farm field in Lehigh Township.

We had a Keith McCall sighting, as we saw the former state representative dining in Hazleton last week. We had a nice talk, and shared memories.

During the week, we watched WBS Penguins games on AHL-TV. We cheered our guys during the rare goals and generally just commenting on good hockey plays, mostly done by the opposing teams. We lost all three games, often by pulling our goalie in the hopes of closing a one-point gap, and then letting them score one or two more goals.

This week, on the 17th, the Atlantic Division’s number 2 team, the Utica Comets, will be our opponent here in Wilkes-Barre. Our Penguins are at the bottom of our own division. A win against Utica would be a big deal.

This coming Saturday and Sunday is the Eagle Shows gun show at Split Rock Resort’s convention hall. I hope to attend on Saturday

as I’ve got more shopping to do.

March Madness is here. Have fun with picking winners, and cheering your favorites. I’m still a UConn Lady Huskies fan they won the Big East Tournament last week and have added depth. The NCAA Hockey Tournament is underway. There is a set of regional games at the PPL Center, admission includes two games each, Friday, March 24 and Sunday, the 26th. Saturday, March 25 is the free Sportsmen’s and Outdoor Festival at Penn Forest Township #1’s fire hall. It is worth the drive from White Haven or Weatherly (White Haven down Turnpike, then down/south on Route 903, Weatherly Route 93 down Broad Mountain, then east on Route 209, then north on Route 903).

The Railriders are slated to begin their season at home in Moosic on the 31st, April 1 and 2. So think about a warm summer’s evening at the ballpark while snow shoveling.

To you all, wishes to keep healthy.

Special guest from Kenya on Sunday at Faith Church

This Sunday, March 19, at 6 p.m., Faith Church in Weatherly will have special guest speaker, Dr. Charles Mully from Kenya. Who is Dr Mully? Check out the documentary on Amazon Prime called “Mully.”

Faith Church Weatherly

is located at 202 Carbon St, right next to Enzo’s Pizza in the shopping plaza.

Services are at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sundays, with live worship music in a welcoming atmosphere. The Kids Clubhouse is open at the same time for all kids

Interact exceeds fundraising goal

ages Pre-K - 5th grade. The Youth Group meets Sunday evening at 6, ages 6th-12th. Mom’s group is every first Monday from 12:301:30; small children are welcome. Young Adults meet the last Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

On Tuesdays at 10 a.m., there is a study on Prayer. Life Groups meet

Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Men, women, children and youth all meet separately for fun, fellowship and learning.

Women’s Refit, an exercise group, meets Thursdays at 10 a.m. and Celebrate Recovery is at 6 p.m. (doors open 5:30) for anyone with hurts, habits and hang-ups. Men meet for breakfast every third Saturday.

Starting Point- a study for those New in Faith started March 8, and we will celebrate Baptisms on April 4. Saturday, April 22, is ManTour, a day retreat for the men. For more information, reach out to Pastor Sal. For more information, please contact Lori at 570-578-8005.

The Weatherly Area High School Interact Club has done it again. This year’s Leukemia and Lymphoma Society-Light The Night fundraiser raised over $550 for our area. Through hours of making baked goods and getting flat donations, club

members achieved a higher anticipated goal. Interact Club members sold tasty baked goods at a basketball game this season.

Advisor to the local Interact Club is teacher Shane Moran.

Crestwood students compete in PJAS Regional Meeting

Students from the Crestwood Secondary Campus participated in the PJAS Regional Meeting which was held on Saturday, March 4 (first time in person since 2020). Nineteen students earned a first Award, including perfect scores by juniors, Maggie Kozich, in Botany, Edwin Kimsal in Computer Science, Saif Rehman in Math, as well as Sophomore, Zane Villafuerte in Math. Six students earned Second Awards and two students earned Third Awards. First Award winners move on to the State Competition to be held at Penn State, Main Campus in May. Several students also received special awards.

Scholarships were earned by seniors, Caitlin Dushanko (King’s College), Zain Ansari (Wilkes University), Shreya Rupareliya (Wilkes University) and Juliet Biscotti (Penn State, Worthington). Juniors, Austin Campbell, Edwin Kimsal, and Kyle Orrson were awarded tuition for one 3 credit course at LCCC’s Early College Program. Seniors Zain Ansari, Caitlin Dushanko, and Shreya Rupareliya also won Perseverance Awards for participation of 6 years. Maggie Kozich also earned the Excellence in Senior High Botany for her perfect score.

Congratulations to all!!

Shown from left in the first row are Jack Groth, Kaelyn Anderson, Pauline Villafuerte, and Anna Zaroda; row 2, Jack Hoovler, Yixuan Huang, Kyra Bechtel, and Vasiliki Victoros; row 3, Kevin Luther, Clark Groth, Zane Villafuerte, Emily Leicht, and Shreema Rupareliya; row 4, Onur Haltas, Scarlett Evans, Cheyenne Straub, and Hibba Mehran; row 5, Maggie Kozich, Saif Rehman, Edwin Kimsal, Kyle Orrson, and Austin Campbell; row 6, Zain Ansari, Shreya Rupareliya, Caitlin Dushanko, Juliet Biscotti; row 7, faculty sponsors Jean Zanolini and Sara Nemshick. Absent from photo: Michael Mullisky.

State Rep staff visit set

Staff from PA State Representative Michael Cabell’s office will be doing a community outreach at the White Haven Borough Building at 312 Main

Street from 10 to noon on Monday, March 20. Citizens are encouraged to bring questions and comments, and ask for assistance with state forms and applications.

Carbon County property transfers through February 19

Banks Township

Amy Bodyl Goida to Christian Alberto Arias Arias, 12 W. Cherry St., Tresckow, property at 12 W. Cherry St., $215,000.

Beaver Meadows

Antonio A. Gambino to Vito Conigliaro, P.O. Box 126, Beaver Meadows, property at 14 Broad St., $330,000.

East Side Borough

Pocom Associates to Richard William Yohey, 8 Middleburg Road, White Haven, 10.7351 acres along Route 940, Lot 4, $89,900.

Kidder Township

Greatful Dancing Bear, LLC, to Howard Ackerman, Mount Laurel, New Jersey, property at 147 Midway Drive, Lake Harmony, $1.

Library Corner

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The White Haven Area Community Library Book Club will meet on April 12 at 6:30 p.m. in the John Murphy Room. The book choice for April is The Silent Patient, a first-time novel by Alex Michaelides. This book is among our most enthusiastic asked-for reads, and we are excited to have it as our April choice. Get your copy anywhere books are sold. It is also available at the library. Bring a friend or make new ones at this fun event.

Plans are underway for The White Haven Trout Festival, hosted by Western Pocono Trout Unlimited.

Mark your calendar for this great event, which will include exhibits, vendors, and exciting programs. It is scheduled for Saturday, June 3 from noon to 5 p.m.

On-going activities at the library include Scrabble club which meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month from 6 -8 p.m. and the Fiber Arts Group which meets every 2nd and 4th Thursday morning.

If you are interested in volunteering at the library, we would love to meet you. There are a variety of opportunities available for you to share your skills and

Howard Ackerman to Stephanie Ackerman, Mount Laurel, New Jersey, property at 147 Midway Drive, Lake Harmony, $1.

Andrew R. Scheurer to Jonathan Patroni, West Chester, property at 134 Telemark, Lake Harmony, $299,000.

Frank P. Caputo Jr. to Christine Rocks Ireland, P.O. Box 2093,

Albrightsville, property at 149 Tanglewood Drive, Albrightsville, $275,000.

Jason Keller to Robert A. Henry, P.O. Box 2072, Albrightsville, property at 31 W. Fawn, Grove Drive, Albrightsville, $104,500.

Tak Keung Wong to Blake B. Kneeland, Lansdale, property at 39 Midlake Drive, Lake Harmony, $353,500.

Sylvia M. Shupp to Martin Rupp,. Corpus Christi, Texas, 9.24 acres, $1.

Denver, property at v2627 State Rt. 534, Albrightsville, $1.

Lehigh Township

Village of Peace Pentecost to Sister Apostles of the Descent of the Holy Spirit, 44 Pump House Road, Weatherly, property at 443 Pump House Road, $1.

experience. Please call 570443-8776 or stop in during library hours. Please remember to check The Library Corner as well as the library Facebook page to see what we’ve got planned for our community to enjoy.

WACL

Due to last week’s snow, the Weatherly Area Community Library postponed Storytime to this Friday, March 17, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Please register for this date to assure we have enough supplies for all who will attend. The library’s number is 570-427-5085.

Split Rock Investments, LLC, to SRWP, LLC, 428 Moseywood Road, Lake Harmony, Westwood at Split Rock, 660 Units, condominiums, Lake Harmony, $1,354,979.80.

Alexandru Mican to Donald Turner, Newtown Square, Lot 405A, Section C, Final Plan for Joinder of Alexandru Mican, $12,900.

Kerri A. Novak to MLD Poconos, LLC, Doylestown, property at 324 Hummingbird Way, No. 202, Lake Harmony, $419,000.

Jean Ann Pannebecker to Jean Ann Pannebecker,

Weatherly Weatherly Borough to Alicia Quinn, 108 Hudsondale St., Weatherly, vacant lot on Hudsondale Street, $100.

Rocco A. Petrone to Black Creek Junction Consulting Investing and Acquisitions, LLC, Freeland, property at 305 and 307 First St., $37,500.

Michael H. Reis to Trevor Reis, 225 W. Main St., Weatherly, property at 225 W. Main St., $120,000.

Nelson Perez Tejada to Analeanh, LLC, 151 Kline St., Weatherly, property at 151 Kline St., $30,000.

Sheriff of Carbon County to Good As New Ventures, Bethlehem, property at 422 Second St., $1.

Mid-Major men’s college teams to watch in this weekend’s NCAA Tournament

by Frank Fear

Can David beat Goliath?

It’s a question I ask every March. Last year we witnessed St. Peter’s come out of nowhere to go to the Elite Eight, knocking off Kentucky and Purdue along the way. Although few Mid-Major teams over the years have accomplished what the Peacocks did, more than a handful have won one or two games during the tournament’s opening weekend, which begins today. Here are the teams and games I’ll be watching.

Oral Roberts vs. Duke (Thursday, 7:10p): ORU may have a chance if the Blue Devils have difficulty containing 7’ 5” Connor Vanover. That said, ORU will have its hands

full with Kyle Filipowski, who has outscored and outrebounded Vanover this year (15.4 vs. 12.9 PPG and 9.0 vs. 7.2 RPG). But Duke doesn’t always play well in first-round NCAA games

(e.g., losing to Mercer in 2014). So ORU has a chance to nab a win.

Kennesaw State vs. Xavier (Friday, 12:40p): Xavier is good, but the Musketeers (like Duke) can underperform when it matters most. KSU, on the other hand, is experiencing the big high that Florida Gulf Coast fans felt a decade ago (same conference, the Atlantic Sun, too). I’ve been impressed by the team located in the northern Atlanta suburbs. The Owls might not win, but they should give the Blue Devils a good game.

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Iona vs. UConn (Friday, 4:30p): If the Gael’s Walter Clayton, Jr. (17 ppg) and Nelly Junior Joseph (9.4 RPG) have big games-and Iona stays out of foul trouble--I think this team will play the Huskies evenly. Rick Pitino, Iona’s head coach, is another reason why.

Florida Atlantic vs. Memphis (Friday, 9:20p): Perhaps the most impressive mid-major team nationally, the Owls are for real. Johnell Davis is an all-everything player (13.5 PPG, 5.2 RPG, and 1.5 APG and SPG), and 7” 1’ Vladislav Goldin is an inside terror. FAU deserves its #13 national ranking per the NCAA.

Kent State vs. Indiana (Friday, 9:55p): In Trayce Jackson-Davis, IU may have the best player in the tournament. He leads the Hoosiers in all three major

statistical categories–20.8 PPG, 10.9 RPG, and 4.1 APG. Meanwhile, Kent (like FAU) is an excellent and underrated team. The Golden Flashes have a solid player in Sincere Carry (17.6 PPG, 4.9 APG). The problem for Kent is its schedule, including no wins against either major team on its slate (Gonzaga, lost by seven, and Houston lost by five), plus KSU plays in a conference (Mid-American) with uneven competition. Still, I like this team. Don’t be surprised if IU goes down. Boise State vs. Northwestern (Thursday, 7:35p): I’ve seen BSU play (impressed), and NU seems wobbly. I pick Boise to win outright if Tyson Degenhart (54% FG%, 36% from three) wins the battle against NU’s Boo Buie (17.1 PPG, 4.5 APG).

UC Santa Barbara vs. Baylor (Friday, 1:30p): The Big 12 is too tough for this game to make my list. I pick BU to win, but UCSB has played well in past tournament games. As a 12-seed in 2021, the Gauchos lost to #5 Creighton by a single point. Montana State vs. Kansas State (Friday, 9:40p): Ditto on this one: How can I go against the mighty Big 12? In the end, I pick the Wildcats to win, and one reason is that I expect a big game from my favorite player in the tournament, 5’ 8” Markquis Nowell, an undersized guard who excels on the court (16.8 PPG, 7.6 APG, and 3.5 RPG).

Frank Fear is managing editor of The Sports Column.

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Weatherly Area Girls’ Basketball State Playoff

Lady Wreckers’ season ends in PIAA playoffs

Playing a state playoff game, nearly two hours away, on the opponent’s home court is a daunting task for any team. It proved too much for the Weatherly Area girls on Saturday.

Travelling to Williamsport to face St. John Neumann Regional Academy in the opening round of the PIAA Class A Tournament, the Lady Wreckers dropped into an early hole and fell by a 57-24 count.

The loss ended the Lady Wreckers’ season at 8-17 after finishing third in the District 2-11 Class A subregional.

The Golden Knights (179), the District 4 runner-up, jumped out to a 16-5 lead after one quarter and extended that to 30-9 by halftime, keeping Weatherly in a deep hole. A 22-6 third quarter sealed the deal.

Lily Reid led three St. John Neumann’s players in double figures with 14 points. Gigi Parlante followed with 13, and Sheiana Tutter had 10. Nijah Tutter contributed eight for the winners.

Weatherly Area senior Emma Kane (14 points) and junior Bethany Houser (8) combined for 22 of the Lady Wreckers’ 24 points. For Kane and fellow senior Abby Paisley, it was their final game in the Orange and Black.

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Crestwood Wrestling

Comets’ Magnus Bibla caps career with state medal

Crestwood senior finishes sixth at PIAA Wrestling Championships

The dream of every Pennsylvania schoolboy wrestler is to make it onto the medal stand in Hershey, where the PIAA Wrestling Championships are held every year. Crestwood’s Magnus Bibla realized that dream last weekend, earning his first state wrestling medal in his final high school season.

The 215-pound senior captured sixth place at the Class 3A Championships, and proudly accepted the hard-earned medal Saturday at the Giant Center.

Bibla’s journey to the medal stand in Hershey was a tough one, and it began on Thursday.

Day 1

Magnus and younger brother Lincoln Bibla each qualified for the state tournament. It was Magnus’ second trip here, but he competed injured last season and was less than 100 percent in two straight losses. For Lincoln, this was his first state championships.

Magnus opened with a difficult first-round victory against Penn Trafford senior Owen Ott, and in doing so gained his first-ever PIAA win, emerging as the only Wyoming Valley Conference wrestler to advance to the quarterfinals.

Ranked 13th in the state

at 215 pounds according to PA Power Wrestling, Bibla secured the first takedown for a 2-0 lead against Ott, who is ranked ninth. “That was just a big confidence booster because I always feel like I need to get the first shot off,” Bibla said afterward. “That’s what I plan to do every time.”

Ott chose bottom to start the second period, and fought for an escape before Bibla forced him back to the mat, got him to his back to secure three near-fall points and gain a 5-0 lead.

Ott scored a reversal with six seconds left in the second period to cut it to 5-2. Bibla chose down to start the third period, and Ott eventually secured back points to make it 5-4. But Bibla battled through a bloody nose and Ott’s repeated attempts, then held on for the decision and a berth in Friday’s quarterfinals.

Meanwhile, Lincoln Bibla’s stay on Hershey became a short one after placing fourth at regionals. Strath Haven’s Sam Milligan pinned him in 37 seconds of their 189-pound preliminary-round match,

sending Lincoln to the consolation bracket. There, he was pinned by Central Mountain’s Rocco Serafini in 2:15 to end his stellar sophomore season with a 26-13 mark.

Day 2

Matched up with the state’s sixth-ranked 215-pounder in the quarterfinals, Magnus Bibla was pinned by J.P. McCaskey’s Jose Garcia in 2:14, sending him to the consolation bracket.

Magnus’ weekend was far from over. Facing a winor-go home match in the third round of consolations, Magnus came through with perhaps his biggest win of the season.

Scoreless after two periods against Greater Latrobe’s Corey Boerio, ranked 10th, Bibla chose down to start the third, and got the key escape with 57 seconds left to earn a 1-0 decision, and secure a state medal.

“It feels amazing,” Bibla said after landing a spot on the podium. “I finally got something tangible for my work.”

Day 3

Already assured of no less than an eighth-place finish and a state medal, Bibla went after more on Saturday, and moved up the podium on the final day of competition in Hershey. He opened the day with an impressive 6-0 decision over Armstrong’s Connor Jacobs, the state’s fifthranked 215-pounder, in the consolation quarterfinals.

Bibla rode out Jacobs in the

second period, and secured an escape to take the lead in the third period. A takedown and then three near-fall points wrapped up the 6-0 decision.

He dropped his consolation semifinal match 7-3 to seventh-ranked John Pardo of Kennett, falling into the fifth-place match later in the night. In that bout, Bibla met Jose Garcia again, this time dropping a 6-2 decision to finish sixth in the state and end up 3-3 against the state’s top wrestlers over the weekend.

Bibla finished his season with a sparkling 36-6 record. He leaves Crestwood as a two-time district wrestling champion, two-time regional silver medalist and a two-time Wyoming Valley Conference champion. And now, he puts the singlet and headgear away as Bibla focuses on his upcoming Division I college football career at Robert Morris University in suburban Pittsburgh.

The following are the results of the PIAA wrestling matches involving the Bibla brothers:

PIAA Wrestling Championships Class 3A Preliminaries

189: Sam Milligan (Strath Haven) pinned Lincoln Bibla (Crestwood), 0:37.

First Round

215: Magnus Bibla (Crestwood) dec. Owen Ott (Penn Trafford), 5-4.

First Round Consolations

189: Rocco Serafini (Central Mountain) pinned Lincoln Bibla (Crestwood), 2:15.

Quarterfinals

215: Jose Garcia (J.P. McCaskey) pinned Magnus Bibla (Crestwood), 2:14.

Third Round Consolations

215: Magnus Bibla (Crestwood) dec. Corey Boerio (Greater Latrobe), 1-0.

Consolation quarterfinals

215: Magnus Bibla (Crestwood) dec. Connor Jacobs (Armstrong), 6-0.

Consolation semifinals

215: John Pardo (Kennett) dec. Magnus Bibla (Crestwood), 7-3.

Fifth-place Match

215: Jose Garcia (J.P. McCaskey) dec. Magnus Bibla (Crestwood), 6-2.

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2023 Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival set April 29 and 30

The 5th annual Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network returns the weekend of April 29 and 30. This annual event celebrates the rich history and beautiful scenery of the Jim Thorpe area, while promoting healthy lifestyles and physical activity.

This year the Festival has teamed up with Together With Veterans of Carbon County, a charitable nonprofit working to prevent suicide among those who have already given so much to our country. The Festival will also benefit the Jim Thorpe Community Watch and the White Haven Area Community Library.

The Festival offers a variety of races for runners of all abilities. Participants can choose from a 7-miler, a half marathon, or a Boston Qualifying full marathon. Each race offers stunning views of the Lehigh River and scenic wilderness of

the Pocono Mountains. For Sunday’s events, the 7-miler and full marathon, participants will take the Reading and Blue Mountain Northern scenic railway to the starting lines.

“We are thrilled to bring the JTARF back for its fifth year,” said race director, Michael Ragozzino of The RUNegades. “It’s a great opportunity for runners to challenge themselves, while experiencing the quaint charm and incredible energy of the Jim Thorpe community.”

After the races, participants will head into town for a “whistle stop” tour of bars and restaurants offering special deals for runners.

Registration for the 2023 Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival is now open. All participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt and finisher medal.

“We encourage runners of all levels to join us,” added

Ragozzino. “Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, the Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival offers a unique and unforgettable experience in a gorgeous setting for a great cause.” For more information about the 2023 Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival, including registration, race details, sponsorship and volunteer opportunities, visit the event website www. runjimthorpe.com.