The Journal-Herald, Thursday, July 6, 2023

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THURSDAY, JULY 6, 2023 • Volume 42 – No. 45

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Weatherly June meeting includes giving up streets, offering free hardwood

by Seth Isenberg

The Weatherly Borough council met on June 26 with a full complement of council members. Council made quick work of a short agenda, but also added an hour of deliberations over legal matters in executive session.

FIREWORKS were cancelled around the area, but this display at City View Park in Hazleton happend Saturday.

The meeting started with council member Joe Cyburt thanking everyone for their parts in the recent successful Hill Climb. The special recognition of Citizens’ Fire Company was reflected back with councilman Vince Cuddeford II thanking the Hill Climb committee for the honor.

Fireworks and fun OKed at June White

Haven Council meeting

by Seth Isenberg

The White Haven Borough Council met a week early in June, on the 19th, so had light attendance.

Council made quick work of its agenda, approving a fireworks display this coming January as the first celebration of the borough’s

200th anniversary.

The White Haven Volunteer Fire Company was given approval to use Linesville Park for its fishing derby in August.

The Firemens’ Club was given permission to hold two outdoor events, the first of which is coming up in mid-July, featuring Bounty

Hunter.

A surprise bit of news is that the team of volunteers planning the re-paint of the White Haven caboose in Lehigh Valley RR colors has found some of the railroad’s stencils at the LVRR’s old Oneida Shops in New York. The repainting is planned for this year.

Cyburt himself received thanks on a job well done. Council voted to advertise the ‘vacation’ of parts of paper streets, including a piece of Pardee Street and of 8th Street by the DeFrancisco property, and a piece of Fell Street to property owners Joseph Spariach on one side, and to Brian Markovchick on the other.

Council agreed to offer dropped hardwood near the newly repainted water tank, as long as people sign a waiver with the borough before going to collect the wood. Mayor P. J. Hadzick would like to see the area cleaned of dropped wood and was an advocate of giving the wood away.

Council also voted to post some surplus property including vehicles and dirt bikes on MuniciBid, and to update the Civil Service list.

Getting a right-of-way complete to extend electricity to a home was tabled, then discussed in executive session. Lawyers are involved…

After the executive session, council returned and voted to proceed with

negotiations to continue fire protection, and with the Weatherly Area Museum. The idea of having Contractor’s Licenses cannot be implemented due to state law, according to borough solicitor Atty. James Nanovic.

The idea of offering fishing in Eurana Park’s lake prompted extensive conversation. It was noted that the pool has been lightly used and was closed during the drought when the water level dropped. The idea is to reduce the size of the swim area to 4,000 square feet, for ease of lifeguarding. That size can be covered by two lifeguards, though the borough will choose to have three.

A dozen Palomino trout were donated and placed into the lake recently. They appear to be doing well, said councilmember Joe Thomas. He noted that the fishing would be at no cost to the borough. The idea will definitely be explored.

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Jay and Clara Holder

Regional Championship last month.

A fireworks show ends the evening.

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Editorial

Independent Thinking

by Ruth Isenberg

When people begin seriously talking about third party candidates, it’s a sign that there is discontent with the Republican and Democrat parties. When politicians begin seriously talking about a third party, it may be reason to hope that our government is listening to those expressions of discontent.

Pennsylvania Senator Lisa Boscola, a Democrat from nearby Northampton County, attracted some attention recently when she affiliated herself with the Forward party. She intends to remain a Democrat, but wants to work with other politicians who believe in bi-partisan cooperation. Just having a politician say outloud that working with the opposing party is better for Pennsylvania than fighting any proposal the other party makes is refreshing. Particularly for those who follow politics online, the opposite reaction is the one to be expected. Conservatives demonize liberals, and viceversa. As a result, very little is getting done to solve any of the problems our country faces.

Independent thinking seems to be frowned upon by the majority of political leaders of both parties. And crossing the aisle to vote with the other party is condemned. Meanwhile, elections continue to create very narrow majorities. As a result, the lack of compromise translates into a lack of meaningful legislation.

This July 4 week is a good time to consider independent thinking—about politics, about candidates, about our own role in promoting the general welfare of this country. Third party candidates rarely win. Serious third parties and third party candidates may be able to generate the conversations and cooperation sorely needed just now.

On the front page of this issue is a photo taken after a snowstorm of the snowcovered pine trees in the back yard of The Journal property in White Haven. Editor Clara notes that as the pages were being finished, the temperature on the thermometer outside, in the shade, reads 82º.

The Weatherly Area School Board will go with a 3 mill increase this year on a vote of 7-2 cutting the proposed increase in half. It means an increase of $3 per $1000 of assessed value.

Ronald Sandt, who is now in the process of earning his principal’s certificate, was appointed as administrative assistant to former principal, now superintendent Peter McMonigle. Sandt will get a $3,000 raise.

At the same meeting, the Board unanimously rejected the CC Vo-Tech’s budget, which the WASB had asked to see reduced getting no response.

The School library will be open Wednesdays from July 7 to August 11, from 9 a.m. to noon. Lunch prices were increased $1 for elementary students, $1.10 for high school, and $2 for adults.

Anthracite Action, the AAU traveling basketball team on which 14 year-old Amy Sandt is a member, qualified for nationals by winning the Mid-Atlantic

The Lehighton Band will perform on July 11 at Eurana Park’s Bandshell. The event is sponsored by the Weatherly Rotary Club.

Lehigh Township received the long-awaited for check from Whitewater Challengers for payment of amusement taxes to date.

Movie reviewer Pete Chapla reviewed Michael J. Fox’s film Life With Mikey.

Carbon County and Nesquehoning Borough are now working out their differences towards getting the new prison project underway. The buy-in to the sewer plant, for example, will cost either $57,000 or $75,000, and there is a zoning issue.

Wagner Brothers softball team with their 14-2 record are champions of the Weatherly Area Girls Softball season. The Weatherly Area Pharmacy team came in second with a 10-6 record. Garber/Drasher Insurance’s team was 9-7; Zellners was 6-10 and Gerhard Roofing 1-15.

Dan Simon wrote about tennis. Phil Jeffries wrote a preview of the White Haven Festival Run slated for August 28.

A chili cookoff is a feature of the Hot Country Jam weekend at Big Boulder ski area Saturday July 17. Performing are Robin Lee, the Tim Gillis Band, El Dorado, and Hickory Rose.

Clara Holder wrote a review about her and Jay’s celebration of 41 years of marriage with a dinner at the Centre Bridge Inn in upper Bucks County and a lunch at the Inn at Washington Crossing.

From The Journal Issue of July 8, 1943 Publisher W.

C. Taylor

Last Friday, eighteen members, men and women, of a Philadelphia hiking club arrived here via the noon L.V. train last Friday. Laden with much trappings. They hiked out to Mud Run, some ten miles distance, where they went into camp over the holiday weekend. While here, they did much hiking, viewing the stone field at Hickory Run, and on to Split Rock Lodge.

This year, via the Star Route of the White Haven Post Office, mail is being delivered daily to The Salvation Army Girl Guard Troop at the Silver Springs Camp.

The Crippled Children’s Camp at Hickory Run National Park opened last Thursday, July 1st. The Girl Scouts came in on Monday for a six week period.

Public Notices

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters Testamentary have been granted to Courtney A. O’Donnell, of Fort Collins, Colorado in the Estate of W. KEVIN O’DONNELL a/k/a KEVIN O’DONNELL late of Drums, Pennsylvania, who died on May 8, 2023. 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 Executrix named or to:

Conrad A. Falvello, Esquire

THE FALVELLO LAW FIRM, P.C.

641 State Route 93

Sugarloaf, PA 18249 7/6

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Packer Township Planning Commission will meet on Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at 6:45 p.m for a re-organization meeting at the Packer Township Building, 2234 Hudson Drive, Weatherly.

A meeting to review the Minor Subdivision/Lot Consolidation of PA DEP BAMR/Barbara Genetti will following at 7:00 p.m.

Stephanie

Stolpe

Secretary

Packer Township Planning Commission

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters Testamentary have been granted to Brian Earley, of Conyngham, Pennsylvania in the Estate of LOISANN H. EARLEY late of Conyngham, Pennsylvania, who died on May 30, 2023. 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 Executor named or to:

Conrad A. Falvello, Esquire

THE FALVELLO LAW FIRM, P.C.

641 State Route 93

Sugarloaf, PA 18249 7/20

Graduates from LVC

Jeremy Moser of Weatherly is one of more than 300 undergraduate students who marked their academic success and achievements as part of Lebanon Valley College’s 154th Commencement on Saturday, May 13.

Moser, a graduate of Weatherly Area High School, received a bachelor of arts in economics from LVC.

U of S graduation

Local residents were among the more than 850 members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2023 who were awarded bachelor’s and associate’s degrees at its undergraduate commencement ceremony on May 21 at the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza, Wilkes-Barre. Degrees were conferred to graduates who had completed their academic degree requirements in August and December of 2022, as well as January and May of 2023.

Lily K. Nowak of White Haven earned a Bachelor of Science degree in occupational therapy.

These are some of the cards made by the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 360 in Weatherly, The homemade cards were packaged and then sent to the Cards for Soldiers Project. The project was started in October of 2005 by Charley Mathews of Grayling Michigan to support her husband’s troops deployed to the Middle East. The deployed soldiers can send the cards home to family and friends. The troops do not always have access to email or phone service and enjoy sending cards for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, etc. To date Unit 360 and their friends have made and sent over 150 cards. Unit 360 is planning to meet in August to do another event. For more information about the program log on : https://greetingcardsforsoldiers.blogspot. com or contact Judy Desrosiers at 570- 657-5254.

Obituaries

DOREEN A. HUTTNER

Doreen A. Huttner, 74 years of age of Weatherly, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 23, 2023, as a guest of Forest Hills Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Weatherly.

Born Friday, January 28, 1949 in Coventry, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Claire (Harp) Reynolds. Doreen was also predeceased by her husband, Robert Huttner; son, William A. Frank.

Surviving are sons, Robert C. Frank, Matthew J. Frank; siblings, Faith (Reynolds) DaBrosca and her husband James, Herbert Reynolds and his wife Bonnie; nieces and nephews, Lisa DaBrosca, Paul Reynolds, and Donna Reynolds.

A graduate of Coventry High School, and Kings County School of Nursing. Doreen worked as an

Intensive Care Nurse for the Rhode Island Hospital for 34 years.

Doreen was Catholic by faith.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes. com

Heritage Hill receives Best Senior Living recognition from U.S. News & World Report

For the second consecutive year, Heritage Hill Senior Community is recognized as Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care by U.S. News & World Report, a multifaceted digital media company known for its rankings and consumer

Letter to the Editor

Dear Editor Ruth, Huge congratulations to Journal-Herald Sports

Editor Steve Stallone on his extremely well-deserved Bill Crooks Memorial Award!

Steve has excelled in an ever-changing industry through his perseverance and dedication to local athletes, sports fans, and communities.

I personally, as well as many White Haven Area Sports Association officials and coaches, have had the pleasure of working with Steve over the years. We’ve all shared in his sports knowledge, sincerity, and

commitment to youth and local sports first hand. Steve is also a devoted family man and Father to a successful trio of Sons, and grand-children; an example to all his friends and his readers.

In today’s self-centered world, it is a pleasure to see Steve recognized by others for his efforts for our athletes and communities. Our Journal-Herald is lucky and wise to have Steve as our Sports Editor. May I suggest a raise for Mr. Stallone . . . (well) . . .

Sincerely,

Ed Gower

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advice.

The “Best” ratings recognize senior living communities in the following categories: independent living, assisted living, memory care, and continuing care retirement community.

Assisted living is sometimes referred to as personal care, as is the case with Heritage Hill, which provides personal care services for seniors needing assistance with activities of daily living and medication management. The community also has a dedicated memory care neighborhood to support those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.

U.S. News produced the Best Senior Living ratings from consumer satisfaction survey data derived from resident and family member responses. To be included in the analysis, a senior living community had to participate in a consumer satisfaction survey between April and November 2022 and meet eligibility criteria, as defined by U.S. News.

Residents and their families of Heritage Hill noted excellence in value, activities and enrichment, management, safety, care services, food and dining, location and environment, and staff and hospitality.

Within those surveys, family members and loved ones commented on their overall experience.

One resident’s family said, “I am very pleased with Heritage Hill! The administrators were so

compassionate with me when I had to make that BIG decision of moving my dad to a personal care facility. It was extremely difficult at first, but I now feel confident that he is safe and well cared for. The staff is very kind to the residents. It is obvious that they care about their well-being and the well-being of the residents’ loved-ones!”

Lisa Perla, Executive Director of Heritage Hill, noted how much her staff appreciates the recognition and the wonderful words from those they care for and their families.

“Thank you to our residents and families for recognizing the care we provide. Your support has allowed the Heritage Hill team to once again receive national recognition. We are honored to serve our residents and become part of their family; the family-like atmosphere is what makes senior living at Heritage Hill so special.”

Property Tax/Rent Rebates to be distributed starting this week

283,468 rebates on property taxes and rent paid in 2022

Starting this week, 283,468 older homeowners, renters, and people with disabilities across Pennsylvania will be issued rebates totaling nearly $132 million. The rebates will be distributed to eligible Pennsylvanians who submitted an application through the Property Tax/ Rent Rebate program for rebates on rent and property taxes paid in 2022.

“Since this program’s inception in 1971, it has delivered more than $8 billion in property tax and rent relief. This has made a tremendous impact for people in communities throughout Pennsylvania who benefit from this program,” Secretary of Revenue Pat Browne said. “We also want everyone to know that there is still time to apply for rebates on property taxes and rent paid in 2022. If you know of a friend or family member who may be eligible, encourage them to check their eligibility status and file an application prior to the deadline on December 31, 2023.”

As specified by law, rebates cannot be issued prior to July 1. The initial rebate distribution is starting this year on July 3 (the first business day of the month). Applicants who submitted their bank account information on their application forms will receive their rebates through direct deposit. Applicants who requested a paper check to be mailed to them should expect to receive their payment in the mail.

After the initial distribution of rebates in early July, rebates will be distributed as claims are received and processed.

Governor Shapiro Proposes Major Expansion of PTRR program

As rebates on property taxes and rent paid in 2022 start going out today, Governor Josh Shapiro is calling for a major expansion of the PTRR program in his 2023-2024 proposed budget. The Governor’s commonsense proposal would provide a lifeline for Pennsylvania renters and homeowners who need it most, and help more seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes.

Under the Governor’s proposal, the maximum standard rebate would increase from $650 to $1,000. Meanwhile, the income limits for renters and homeowners would be made equal and both increase to $45,000. Those income limits would also be tied to the cost of living moving forward, which means people who receive a rebate won’t have to worry about losing their eligibility through no fault of their own in the years to come.

Ultimately, the Governor’s proposal would result in nearly 175,000 additional Pennsylvanians qualifying for a property tax or rent rebate. At the same time, the Department of Revenue estimates that 86 percent of the 430,000 claimants who already qualify will see their rebates increase.

Using myPATH to File

Your Rebate Application

Submitting your rebate application online through mypath.pa.gov is easy and does not require you to sign up for an account. Applicants will be asked to provide specific information on their income and rent/property taxes. Applicants should check the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program instruction booklet to learn which information they will need to input/upload to complete the process.

Secretary Browne recently signed an order to extend the deadline to apply for rebates on rent and property taxes paid in 2022 to December 31, 2023.

About the Property Tax/ Rent Rebate program

The current maximum standard rebate is $650, but supplemental rebates for certain qualifying homeowners can boost rebates to $975. The Department of Revenue automatically calculates supplemental rebates for qualifying homeowners. Eligible applicants should check the Property Tax/ Rent Rebate program page (www.revenue.pa.gov/ ptrr) on the Department of Revenue’s website for more information, including detailed instructions on the program, the paper application form, and contact information for those with questions. It’s free to apply for a rebate, and applicants are reminded that free assistance is available at hundreds of locations across the state, including Department of

Revenue district offices, local Area Agencies on Aging, senior centers, and state legislators’ offices.

Applicants must reapply for rebates every year because rebates are based on annual income and property taxes or rent paid in each year. Spouses, personal representatives, or estates may file rebate claims on behalf of claimants who

lived at least one day in 2022 and meet all other eligibility criteria.

The easiest way to check the status of your rebate is to use the Where’s My Rebate? tool. To check on the status of your claim, you will need your:

Social Security number

Claim year

Date of birth

Library Corner

WHACL

The Food & Fun program for kids is underway at the White Haven Area Community Library. The program begins at 10 a.m. and pick-up is 1:45. Attendance is limited to 45 children. Lunch and snack are provided. Additional information can be found on the library Facebook page.

The book club will meet on Wednesday July 12 at 6:00 PM. July’s book is The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley. It’s a thriller about a journalist who mysteriously disappeared while living in a Paris apartment. All are welcome.

Our regular monthly events are also happening, so be sure to check out our Facebook page and web site for details. We have Scrabble nights, the fiber arts club, the garden club, tot story time, LEGO nights & more!

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

experience. Please call 570443-8776 or stop in during library hours. Please remember to check The Library Corner each week as well as the library Facebook page for the latest info on both kid’s and adult programs.

Breakfast at VFW

VFW 6615 of White Haven will sponsor an all you can eat breakfast on Sunday, July 9, from 8 a.m. to Noon. The menu includes eggs (made to order), pancakes, French toast, waffles, potatoes, sausage, bacon, toast (white, wheat or rye), orange juice, coffee, and tea.

Price is $11 for adults, $10 for veterans and seniors, and $5 for children 12 and under. Take-outs are subject to 50¢ extra charge and are not all you can eat. For information call 570443-3333 after 2 daily.

Coming Events

FRIDAY, JULY 7—

Hazleton Philharmonic Orchestra, 6:30 p.m., Freeland Pavilion Dance Hall

SATURDAY, JULY

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

FRIDAY, JULY 14—

Kinfolk Country blues/ Americana, 6:30 p.m., Freeland Pavilion Dance Hall

FRIDAY & SATURDAY, JULY 14 & 15—St. Patrick’s Summer Festival, 4-9 Friday, 1-9 Saturday, White Haven

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JULY 15 & 16—PowWow, opens 10 a.m., Camp Rotawanis, Drums

MONDAY, JULY 17—

Blood Drive sponsored by ALA Unit 360, 1:30-6 p.m., Citizen’s Fire Co., 1-800-733-2767

FRIDAY, JULY

21— Derek Seiger

Percussionist, 6 p.m., Freeland Pavilion Dance Hall

SATURDAY, JULY 22—

Bounty Hunter party, 5-10 p.m., Fire Company Social Hall, Main Street, White Haven

FRIDAY, JULY 28—

Homecoming (North of 40), 6 p.m., Lehigh & Lausanne Fire Company

FRIDAY, JULY 28—

Freeland St. Ann’s Band, 6 p.m., Freeland Pavilion Dance Hall

SATURDAY, JULY 29—

Homecoming (Fuzzy Park Band), 6 p.m., Lehigh & Lausanne Fire Company

FRIDAY, AUGUST 4—

Hazleton Philharmonic Big Band ‘40s Swing Dance, 5 p.m., Freeland Pavilion Dance Hall

FRIDAY, AUGUST

11— Just Us Polka Band, 6 p.m., Freeland Pavilion

Dance Hall

FRIDAY, AUGUST

18— ‘Round Midnight Jazz Quartet, 6 p.m., Freeland Pavilion Dance Hall

FRIDAY, AUGUST 25—

Weatherly Festival, 5-10 p.m., Eurana Park

FRIDAY, AUGUST 25—

Totally New Show Jack

James 1950s 60s hits, 6 p.m., Freeland Pavilion

Dance Hall

SATURDAY, AUGUST

26—Weatherly Festival, 12-9 p.m., Eurana Park

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER

1— Freeland Brass

Quartet, 6 p.m., Freeland Pavilion Dance Hall

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9—Car

Show, Lehigh Park, White Haven

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 & 10—

Weatherly HillClimb

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER

24—Claybird & Block

Shoot, 1-4 p.m., L.O.W.L.P.A. Inc. grounds, Dennison Township

SATURDAY, OCTOBER

7—Chili Cook Off (with North of 40), 4-10 p.m., Lehigh & Lausanne Fire Company

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

SATURDAY, OCTOBER

28—Weatherly Halloween

Parade, registration 1 p.m., Tweedle Park (rain date Sunday, October 29)

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER

17—Turkey Raffle, 7-10 p.m., Lehigh & Lausanne Fire Company

SATURDAY, JANUARY

13, 2024—Winterfest

200th Birthday Fireworks

Celebration, 6:30 p.m., Linesville Park, White Haven

SATURDAY, MAY 26, 2024—Family Fun Day/ Memorial Day Parade & Celebration, 1-4 p.m., Lehigh Park, White Haven

FRIDAY, JUNE

26-SUNDAY, JUNE 28, 2024—200th Birthday Summer Street Fevalst, Main Street, White Haven

Seth’s Sightings

Critter sightings are pretty much the usual this week. I sighted a new fox, with short dark legs. I also sighted a canine with coloring that may turn out to be a coyote as it flashed across the road in Lehigh Township.

Fawns are plentiful hereabouts. There is one deer among the homes in the neighborhood where we live, and we suspect it’s a doe looking for a safe place to give birth.

A friend sighted a good sized bear this weekend while he was driving through Foster Township.

by Seth Isenberg

We are among the many fans of Hazleton’s 70’s Flashback Band. The band is composed of 60 and 70 somethings who come together to perform a variety of 70s hits. During Saturday’s concert, we overheard that some of them having been rocking this area for over 50 years. I think we’ve been fans for almost 20 of those years.

The band was the featured night entertainment ahead of Hazleton’s fireworks display on July 1 at City View Park. Here was a chance to see the band, and

ALA to host blood drive

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 360 in Weatherly is sponsoring a community blood drive to be held at the Citizen’s Fire Company at 107 Spring Street in Weatherly on July 17, from 1:30 until 6:00 p.m.

Unit 360 is asking that everyone consider donating blood in honor of Abby Valentine who is battling an aggressive form of Leukemia

called Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.

Abby’s hope and special request is that all will make the choice to donate blood or encourage others to donate and help save a life.

For an appointment, please visit RedCrossBlood. org and use sponsor code “WEATHERLY” or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

grab dinner at one of the assembled food trucks for a night of food, music and fireworks.

We arrived to hear the band complete the first set, and then with the Star Spangled Banner sung live from the park stage, the fireworks began. It was a good display. The fireworks were launched from the top of the tall tailings pile adjacent to the park, the highest elevation in Hazleton by 30 or 40 feet at least, and we were right underneath with a terrific view.

We sampled some tacos and apple dumplings from a couple of the food stands, and finished the night listening to the second set while waiting out the jam of traffic as people exited the park.

We’ve been trying to attend a performance of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Abridged, Revised, Again at DeSales U. On Friday, it was cancelled because of smokey conditions. On Sunday with the air cleaner, we headed down but as we approached the turnoff, our phones toned with an

emergency alert about a possible tornado. We were therefore not surprised to arrive to find that the performance, which was scheduled for outside on the steps of DSU’s library, had been cancelled again. So we took ourselves out for a nice meal no tornado…not even a heavy rain, did a little shopping, and went home.

On our way north, we sighted fireworks optimistically being launched just ahead of a line of thunderstorms. We drove into a corner of these while on the Turnpike, and had some ‘exciting’ driving to do as it rained buckets. By the time we collected our dogs and went home, the stars were shining, though more rain did blow through.

We are enjoying the full ‘Buck’ moon.

A friend has a birthday on the 4th, and we plan to go celebrate with a trip to the Blue Mountain Winery to enjoy wine and likely some of their brick-oven pizza.

On the afternoon of the 6th, Congressman Matt Cartwright is coming through White Haven, with a visit to the White Haven Community Library starting at 4.

This weekend has a light schedule, due to it being an infusion week for me. This Saturday in White Haven is an outdoor market, and we’ll be there. We’ll likely try again for the “Complete Works Abridged” performance, ideally with visits to farmers markets.

Next week are St. Pat’s Festival and the Pow-Wow. Good health to everyone.

ALA 360 to meet

The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 360 in Weatherly will hold its monthly meeting Monday, July 10, at the post home starting at 6 p.m.

The 2023-2024 budget

will be discussed and voted on. All members are urged to attend this important meeting. Pizza Sale

ALA Unit 360 in Weatherly will hold its monthly pizza sale on Friday, July 21. Pick up is 4-6 p.m. at the post home. Deadline to order pizza is Friday, July 14.

A regular pizza is $11 and all additional toppings are now $3 each. The toppings include Extra Cheese, 3-Cheese, Mushroom, Sausage, and Pepperoni. Contact Georgia Farrow to order your pizza at 570-427-4527.

Pow-Wow scheduled for next weekend

The Wyoming Trail Council of Pennsylvania’s Native Americans is hosting a Pow-Wow on July 15 & 16, at Camp Rotawanis in Drums near the town of St. Johns. This event is open to the public and will run from 10 a.m. until TBD on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, with grand entry at noon both days. At the conclusion of grand entry, the entire day’s dancing will commence with many different dances performed, some of which

are old traditional style, some social dances, and many throughout the day that the public is invited to participate in.

Native American vendors will be selling their beautiful hand crafts . There will also be food vendors with various native and other foods. There will also be a tomahawk throw where kids to adults can test their throwing arms and see if they can stick the tomahawk.

Proceeds will benefit

Film screenings set in July

Camp Rotawanis and the Wyoming Trail Council. Pow-Wow signs will be posted leading the public to the camp from Route 309 \to the Saint Johns Road.

Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Pets must be on a leash. No drugs or alcohol are permitted on the grounds.

For more information or to make donations, contact

Robin Summer Bird, 570-436-2390. Donations can also be mailed to WSM at 292 Buck Mt Rd, Weatherly, PA 18255. Make checks payable to WSM.

Two screenings of NEPADOC, a new documentary film about Northeast PA, will take place in July. Come out for a unique and memorable documentary film experience - see rare archival footage from the region, soak in beautifully shot 4K footage of the area’s diverse wildlife, and watch the story of Northeast Pennsylvania unfold through image and sound - without narration, dialogue, or voiceover.

Saturday, July 8, @ 2 p.m. - Thomas Taber Museum;

Williamsport

Thursday, July 20, @ 6:30

p.m. - The Majestic Theater; Pottsville

Both screenings will feature a Q&A afterwards with the director, film crew members (when available), and local history experts.

Several additional screenings are planned for later this summer and into the fall.

For a trailer, screening updates, social media links, and more information about the film, visit www.nepadoc. com.

Hazleton Art League visits the Philadelphia Museum of Art

The Hazleton Art League was honored to have a tour of the Judith Joy Ross Exhibition by worldrenowned photographer and Hazleton native, Judith Joy Ross herself at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Saturday, June 24. Presenting Ross with a proclamation by Hazleton Mayor Jeff Cusat are Yoshie Gonzalez, Executive Director of DHAP; Dr. Carl Frankel, President of the Hazleton Art League, Judith Joy Ross, Photographer; Ali McKittrick, Director of Recreation, City of Hazleton; and Mark Peterson, Executive Director of the Hazleton Art League.

Drums Lioness craft & vendor show slated

The Drums Lioness Lions Club will hold its annual Craft & Vendor Show at Faith UCC Church (21 Faith Dr. Hazleton) on Saturday, July 22, from 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. in the church hall. This indoor, air-conditioned event will feature a variety of original crafts and merchandise, including handmade jewelry, crystals, holiday themed crafts, pet items, wreaths, candles, soaps, and wax melts, essential oils, flower arrangements, and much more.

The DLLC kitchen will be offering homemade breakfast and lunch items (breakfast sandwiches, hot dogs, sausage & peppers, beef BBQ, cabbage & noodles, and more), as well as delicious baked goods for purchase.

Tricky Trays will also be available.

All proceeds will aid the Drums Lioness Lions Club in supporting many local organizations and global projects, including: juvenile diabetes research, Lions KidSight USA, Divine Providence Homeless Shelter, Valley Food Pantry, Hazleton Area HeadStart Program, the Hazleton Animal Shelter, and the Drums Lioness Lions Club Service & Leadership Award fund.

The Drums Lioness Lions Club is an extension of Lions Club International, whose purpose and mission is to serve through community outreach and volunteerism. For information about this event, future events, or how to join DLLC, follow on Facebook (Drums Lioness Lions) or visit sites.google.com/view/ drums-lioness-lions-club/ home

6th Grade Honor Roll at Fairview Elementary

Principal Kevin Seyer has announced the following sixth grade students have achieved Principal’s Honors at Fairview Elementary School for the 3rd Quarter of the 2022-2023 school year. The Crestwood School District Elementary Honor Roll (6th Grade) reflects that the student has attained an A in all courses offered. Inclusive are English Language Arts,

Math, Social Studies and Science.

Jacob Bechtel, Isla Centak, Reina Coulter, Olivia Fritz, Autumn Grauel, Caden Hoban, Gage Kaye, Matthew Kuniegel, Sophia Kwarcinski, Jacob McLaughlin, Lillian Michael, Lillie Nealon, Cali Oravic, Benjamin Pershalski, Isabella Smolenak, Mia Turner, Isla Watkinson, and Rocco Zaremba.

Cedar Crest College Grads

On Saturday, May 13, Cedar Crest College held its 153rd Commencement Ceremony at the PPL Center in Allentown. The College conferred approximately 210 bachelor’s, 63 master’s, and 10 doctoral degrees on

graduates of the Class of 2023.

Among the graduates were Rosemarie Kramer of Weatherly, Jessica Maddock of Weatherly, Megan Peifer of Weatherly, and Kailyn Jones of Weatherly.

Graduates from L-CCC

Lehigh Carbon

Community College held its 56th annual Commencement ceremonies on Wednesday, May 17, at the PPL Center in downtown Allentown.

Commencement recognized the nearly 950 students who have earned associate degrees, certificates or diplomas from December 2022, May 2023 and anticipated for August 2023.

Graduates include:

Freeland: Kayleen Herwig, Bethany Moose and Sarah Novotney.

Weatherly: Alexis Colecio*** (winner of the

Sachdev Family Early Childhood Education Leadership Award), Antonio Colecio**, Tom Connors, Cheyenne Weston and Justin Wyffels.

* Indicates student graduated Cum Laude, earning a grade point average of 3.5 - 3.75.

** Indicates student graduated Magna Cum Laude, earning a grade point average of 3.75 - 3.95.

*** Indicates student graduated Summa Cum Laude, earning a grade point average of 3.95 - 4.0.

Cedar Crest College

Jessica Maddock of Weatherly

Champlain College

Timothy Longmore of White Haven has been named to the Champlain College President’s List for the Fall 2022 semester. Longmore is currently enrolled in the Software Development major.

Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg

Ethan Broskoskie, a Computer Science BS major, of Weatherly; Dajana Maljkovic, an Early Childhood (PK-4) BSEd major, of Weatherly; Heatherlyn Rosario, a Nursing BSN major, of White Haven; Nathan Sledziewski, a Bus Admin*Management BSBA major, of White Haven, Grace Miller from Weatherly

East Stroudsburg University

Khadijah Zuberi of White Haven

Kutztown University

Ben Lloyd of White Haven

Jacob Alexander Solonoski of Weatherly

Lebanon Valley College

Jeremy Moser of Weatherly, a graduate of Weatherly Area High School, who received a bachelor of arts in economics.

Jessica Moser of Weatherly, a graduate of Weatherly Area High School, who is pursuing a bachelor of arts in creative writing and English.

Lehigh Carbon Community College

Freeland: Adrienne Lecrone; Weatherly: Madeline Aurisano, Alexis Colecio, Amanda Colecio, Antonio Colecio, Tom Connors, Alicia Penning and Justin Wyffels.

Mansfield University

Ryan Covelens of White Haven

Moravian University

Morgan Kipikasa of Weatherly

Northeast Community College, Nebraska

Joshua Snyder, White Haven

Pennsylvania Western University

Alex Covelens of White Haven, Nalani Lowman of Weatherly

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

Kalen Selby, Freeland

Slippery Rock University

Dennis Kramer of White Haven.

Saint Francis University

Hunter Blasko of White Haven, Environmental Engineering

University of Scranton

Lily K. Nowak of White Haven, a senior occupational therapy major in the University’s Panuska College of Professional Studies.

Wilkes University

Hailey Borsuk of White Haven, Peter Collins of White Haven, Alex Munar of White Haven, Eric Walsh of White Haven, Nikki Polivka of Weatherly

Salem UCC plans fundraiser

Salem United Church of Christ, 330 First St. in Weatherly, is holding a Capriotti’s frozen food fundraiser.

Prepaid orders must be placed by Thursday, August 3. Checks should be made payable to: Salem UCC. Orders can be picked up at

the church social hall from 4 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, August 10. Items available are:

• 5 pound bag of frozen Chicken Fingers–$33.00

• Personal 9 inch Italian Stromboli (no Onions or peppers)–$9.50

• 4 dozen bag of frozen Pierogies–$18.50

• Homemade frozen Meatballs (heat & eat), 25 per container–$20.00

To place an order call: Teresa, 570-427-4321; Dolores, 570-455-7962; or Margaret, 570-427-4136.

about poppies and the story of the Poppy Lady at a recent American Legion Auxiliary Unit 360 event at the post home in Weatherly. Unit 360 has other books including America’s White Table, TwentyOne Steps, Don’t Forget-God Bless Our Troops, “H” is for Honor, The Wall, Mom Hero and Dad Hero. Unit 360 will come to read and talk about any of the books from their library for any organization. For more information about the books or to schedule a program, please contact Georgia Farrow at 570-427-4527.

POPPY LADY Betty Henry, Noelle Rambaran (Miss Poppy) and Aurelia Rambaran (Poppy Princess) talk

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Is the pitch clock good for the game?

by Jeff Hochman

Major League Baseball has introduced a new rule change known as the pitch clock to address the issue of lengthy baseball games. Introducing the pitch clock has sparked discussions about its impact on the game and its potential implications for the future. This rule change, aimed at speeding up the pace of play, has raised questions about how it will affect various aspects of the game, notably scoring runs and overall

gameplay dynamics. One potential effect of the pitch clock is that it could tire out pitchers more quickly. With less time between pitches, pitchers may need to work faster and exert more energy. This could decrease their effectiveness as the game progresses, opening up opportunities for hitters to capitalize on tired arms. According to recent studies, the faster pace of play in baseball games has led to an increase in fatigue among pitchers. The increased focus

on speeding up the game has resulted in shorter breaks between pitches and innings, giving pitchers less time to recover.

In addition, the limited time available for pitchers and catchers to communicate and plan their next move is crucial. With each pitch, these players must quickly assess the situation, anticipate the batter’s actions, and strategize accordingly. This time constraint adds an element of pressure and challenge to others involved

in the game, including managers and players in the field.

In 2015, the average number of runs scored per game was 8.5. It was also 8.5 in 2022. So far this season, the average is 9.1.

As baseball continues to evolve, it is vital to examine how these rule changes can shape the future of the sport. Implementing a pitch clock represents a significant departure from traditional gameplay norms and introduces a new element that players, coaches, and fans

Summer Biathlon planned in Nescopeck

The 27th annual Pennsylvania Summer Biathlon will be held on July 15 at 9:30 a.m. at the Nescopeck Hunting and Rifle Club on Pine Street in Nescopeck. Contestants are

welcome whether they are first-timers or experts. Athletes may bring their own rifles, but the club supplies rifles for anyone to use during the race. Arrive by 8 a.m. take the clinic to

learn how to handle the rifle safely during the event. Each contestant will run a total of 5 kilometers by completing three loops of the 1.67-kilometer course. After the first and second

circuits, runners will enter the target area where they will take aim at five targets from a prone position after the first lap and a standing position after the second lap.

must adapt to. The bottom line to date is this: the new pitch clock has generally decreased pitchers’ production, leading to higher-scoring games.

Sports handicapper Jeff Hochman writes about Major League Baseball at The Sports Column.

For each missed target, competitors run a penalty loop of 70 meters. Standings are based on combined times.

The Pennsylvania Biathlon Club will award prizes to the first overall male and female and the top males and females in nine age groups from 12-13 to 70-plus. All contestants will receive a T-shirt and refreshments. Entry fees are $25 or $30 on race day. To register, mail a check made out to Frank Gaval, club president, to 369 Turkey Path Road, Sugarloaf, PA, 18249.

Enclose a note with name, address, email, phone number, age, gender and shirt size.

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Weatherly LL All-Stars placed third in 8-10 South tourney

The Weatherly Little League All-Stars finished third in the District 18 Little League 8-10 South Tournament.

Weatherly opened tourney play with a 16-6 win over Towamensing on the tournament’s second day. The locals ran into the top two teams in the doubleelimination tournament from there.

Defending champion Franklin Township bounced Weatherly into the elimination bracket with a 12-1 victory on Thursday.

Tamaqua eliminated Weatherly 16-1 on Saturday. Franklin Township and Tamaqua were to meet for the South Bracket championship, with the winner moving on to face the winner of the North Bracket in a best-of-three series to determine the overall

district champion, and what team from District 18 will move on to the Section 6 Tournament later this month.

DISTRICT 18

LITTLE LEAGUE

8-10 TOURNAMENT

(Results through July 1) South Bracket

At Anthracite

Saturday, June 24

Game 1 - Franklin Township

6, Tamaqua 4

Game 2 - Towamensing 3, Anthracite 2

Sunday, June 25

Game 3 - Franklin Township

5, Jim Thorpe 1

Game 4 - Weatherly 16, Towamensing 6

Wednesday, June 28

Game 5 - Tamaqua 30, Towamensing 0

Game 6 - Jim Thorpe 18, Anthracite 6

Thursday, June 29

Game 7 - Tamaqua 13, Jim

Thorpe 5

Game 8 - Franklin Township

12, Weatherly 1

Saturday, July 1

Game 9 - Tamaqua 16, Weatherly 1

Sunday, July 2

Game 10 - Franklin Township vs. Tamaqua

Monday, July 3

Game 11 - Game 10 winner vs. Game 10 loser (if first loss), 6 p.m.

North Bracket

At Hazle Township

Saturday, June 24

Game 1 - Valley West 10, Hazle Township 0

Game 2 - Hazleton 22, Freeland 12

Sunday, June 25

Game 3 - Valley East 19, Hazleton 1

Game 4 - Freeland 12, Hazle Township 2

Wednesday, June 28

Game 5 - Valley East 9, Valley West 7

Game 6 - Freeland 9, Hazleton 2

Thursday, June 29

Game 7 - Valley West 12, Freeland 1

Sunday, July 2

Game 8 - Valley East vs. Valley West

Monday, July 3

Game 9 - Valley West vs. Valley East (if necessary), 6 p.m.

North-South Championship At Hazle Township (Best-of-Three Series)

Thursday, July 6

South vs. North, 6 p.m.

Saturday, July 8

South vs. North, 2 p.m

Sunday, July 9

South vs. North (if necessary), 2 p.m.

10-12 TOURNAMENT

Friday, June 23

Game 2 - Franklin Township 5, Hazleton 1

Saturday, June 24

Game 1 - Freeland 16, TriCounty 1

Game 3 - Valley West 6, Tamaqua 1

Monday, June 26

Game 4 - Towamensing 6, Hazle Township 0

Game 6 - Franklin Township 8, Valley East 0

Lions holding 33rd Reindel Memorial Golf Tournament

The 33rd Joe Reindel Memorial Golf Tournament benefiting the White Haven Lions Club will be held Monday, August 7 at Sand Springs Country Club. Registration begins at noon, followed by a 1 p.m. shotgun start.

The four-player scramble features door prizes, flights and contests, including holein-one prizes on all par-3s, closest-to-the-pin contests, longest drive and most accurate drive. The $90

Game 7 - Valley West 11, Anthracite 1

Wednesday, June 28

Game 5 - Jim Thorpe 14, Freeland 7

Game 8 - Hazleton 8, Hazle Township 0

Game 10 - Valley East 10, Tri-County 0

Thursday, June 29

Game 9 - Tamaqua 10, Freeland 7

Friday, June 30

Game 11 - Tamaqua 3, Hazleton 1

Game 12 - Valley East 2, Anthracite 0

Game 13 - Jim Thorpe 12, Towamensing 9

Game 14 - Valley West 4, Franklin Township 3, 7 innings

Sunday, July 2

Game 15 - Towamensing at Valley East

Game 16 - Tamaqua at Franklin Twp.

Monday, July 3

Game 17 - Jim Thorpe at Valley West

Game 18 - Game 16 winner vs. Game 15 winner

Wednesday, July 5

Game 19 - Game 18 winner vs. Game 17 loser

Friday, July 7

Game 20 - Game 17 winner vs. Game 19 winner

Sunday, July 9

entry fee also includes hot dog lunch, beer, and dinner following golf at the course. All proceeds benefit the White Haven Lions Club. To sign up, provide your name and/or foursome, with phone numbers and email addresses, and mail check to: White Haven Lions, c/o Ed Gower, 500 Berwick St., White Haven, PA, 18661. For more information, call 570-401-9814 or go to ejgower2231@gmail.com

Game 21 - Game 20 winner vs. Game 20 loser (if first loss)

HOSTS: Alex & JoAnne Zidock

Swank Scholarships presented to Crestwood football grads

Four former Crestwood High School football standouts were presented with the Lael Swank Memorial Scholarship prior to the team’s annual Iron Man Competition last week. The 2023 recipients include Cole Kakalecik,

Robert Knight, John Jones and Noah Schultz. Kakalecik, Knight and Schultz will be continuing their academic and football careers at Wilkes University in the fall. Jones will be furthering his academic and football

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careers at Springfield College.

The scholarship is awarded in memory of the late Lael Swank, who passed away from breast cancer in 2020 after a courageous 10-year battle with the disease. She was a long-time supporter of Crestwood football as well as other Crestwood and Mountain Top sports teams. Her son, Garrett, a Crestwood football alumnus, also played football at Susquehanna University. Her son Jason is a current member of the Crestwood football team. The scholarship is awarded annually to senior members of the Crestwood football team who are in good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and will attend and play

football at a non-Division I (FBS) school. Those eligible programs include FCS (Division I-AA), Division II, Division III, NJCAA and NAIA. The award is $2,500, one-time, non-renewable, paid directly to the student or family.

Recipients are selected by a committee consisting of Crestwood’s head football

coach, Crestwood athletics director and Randall Swank, Lael’s widower and Comets assistant football coach. Since the inaugural awards were presented in 2021, the scholarship program has paid a total of $14,000 to former Crestwood football players to help further their education.

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Former Crestwood football standouts, from left, Noah Schultz, Cole Kakalecik, Robert Knight and John Jones each received the Lael Swank Memorial Scholarship for 2023, a $2,500 grant to each student-athlete to help further their college education as they continue their academic and football careers at the next level. Randall Swank, center, presented the awards.

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