Lake News, January-February 2022

LAKE NEWS VOL. 28, NO. 1

Lake Harmony PA

January-February 2022

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Lake News January–February 2022 A CANWIN publication Ruth Isenberg, Editor Seth Isenberg, Ads / Distribution Publishers (Continuing the work of founders Frank Pieri and Mary Farnschlader, 1995 – 2018) Lake News is published monthly for the enjoyment of Lake Harmony area residents and visitors. Copies are free and are mailed to Lake Harmony box holders.

Find additional copies at The Country Peddler and at selected area businesses.

Subscriptions are also available, for $24 by first class mail, or $15 as a PDF via e-mail. Mail your check to CANWIN at 211 Main St., White Haven PA 18661.

E-mail us at lakenewslakeharmony@gmail.com Call us at 570-215-0204, Seth x1 and Ruth x2 To submit an article or photo, use the above e-mail, or give us a call. Articles may be accepted or rejected. If accepted, they will be edited. Submitted items can be returned by arrangement. Articles appearing in Lake News may not be reprinted without permission of Lake News or CANWIN newspapers. Mailing address is 211 Main St., White Haven PA 18661.

Only six more weeks?!?

by Ruth Isenberg

Whether Phil or Gus see their shadows on Groundhog Day, we can look forward to six more weeks of skiing fun here at The Lake. While lines may have been long at local ski resorts, it hasn’t stopped visitors from having fun, enjoying our dining and shopping, living at The Lake.

After a slow start, winter has really arrived in January. Snow and ice caused some slippery conditions on the roads, but not enough to keep people away. It’s been cold enough so that most of the snow has stayed on the ground, not just on the slopes, though a warming trend is predicted for early February.

Warmer or colder, what’s left of winter is meant for having fun in. There are two big weekends ahead—the weekend of love leading up to a Monday Valentines Day on February 14, and the long weekend leading up to Presidents Day on February 21.

We’re lucky to live in a four-seasons zone, with distinct springs, summers, autumns, and yes— winters. Without a cold and snowy season, how would we truly appreciate the warmth and flowers of spring?

LOCAL CONTACT INFORMATION Kidder Township Office 570 722-0107 Kidder Township Police (non-emergency #) 570 722-0192 Lake Harmony Vol. Fire Co. (non-emergency #) 570 722-8138 Lake Harmony Rescue Squad (non-emergency #) 570 722-1782 For emergencies, call 911. If you do not live in an area served by 911, call 570 325-9111.

KIDDER TOWNSHIP MEETINGS

Kidder Township Supervisor meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at the township building, and unless otherwise noted, begin at 6:30 PM. Notices of special meetings are posted at the township building and advertised. Planning meetings are held the 1st Wednesday at 6 PM; Zoning meetings, the last Monday at 6 PM; EAC, the second Wednesday at 7 PM. The public is welcome. Some meetings are being held online due to COVID restrictions.

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At Shenanigans Jan 22 Who Knows Band Jan 29 John Canano Trio

Feb 19 Timmy Fitz Entertainers from 6 to 9 p.m. except where noted

Other nights, Karaoke 9 p.m. -1 a.m.

At Powerhouse Eatery Southside 5 Jazz Band 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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In Boomers Saturday After Ski Party 5 to 9 p.m. and DJ Dance Party 9 to 1 a.m.

At Nick’s Lake House Sunsets At Boulder View Tavern Jan 20 Strawberry Jam Jan 21 Brit and Kenny Jan 22 Scott Erickson Jan 27 Strawberry Jam Jan 28 The Frost Duo Jan 29 Ian Kirk Feb 3 Strawberry Jam Feb 4 Bill Hoffman Feb 5 Tony Alosi Feb 10 Erin McClelland Feb 11 Erin McClelland Feb 12 Brian Roder Feb 17 Strawberry Jam Feb 18 Ian Kirk

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How I Spent My Winter Vacation

by Mary Farnschlader Let me warn you in advance — this is not your normal “vacation” story.

On January 8, 2022, I embarked on a 2-week dream cruise aboard Crystal Symphony in Miami for an awesome cruise in the Caribbean, visiting wonderful islands including Saint John, Antigua, St. Barts, St. Maarten, San Juan PR, St. Thomas, St. Kitts, Roseau Dominica, Tortola. We were then scheduled to return to Miami on January 22. The food was the best and beverages flowed. The ship’s staff was unbelievable and attentive to our every need. Everyone was pleased and happy with all aspects of Crystal Serenity.

But near the end of the cruise, passengers were informed via announcements and information sent to their staterooms on the 19th that, “Today, Crystal is announcing that it has suspended operations for its Ocean and Expedition ships through April 29, 2022, with River cruises suspended through the end of May 2022. Suspending operations will provide Crystal’s management team with an opportunity to evaluate the current state of business and examine various options moving forward.” We were unsure of how that would affect our cruise, but we had all heard rumors that we would not be docking in Miami as scheduled. Some passengers were calling our ship a “pirate ship.”

In short it was an excellent vacation even when we heard that we could not return to Miami as sched-

uled on January 22. Instead we traveled to Bimini in the Bahamas for an overnight on our ship which docked there. Apparently there was a warrant issued by a Federal Judge in Miami to seize the Symphony, should she dock in Miami. On the plus side, we enjoyed one more day of bliss in the Caribbean, enjoying sunshine, excellent cuisine and beverages, and the friendliness and attentiveness of the Crystal staff.

So by now you may be wondering how we got home. There were rumors in the media that passengers were left “stranded” in the Bahamas. That was simply not true. Crystal went out of their way to assist passengers during this crazy time. Despite the upheaval, Crystal’s service never wavered. The cruise line took all our luggage and passengers via ferry to Miami where we could catch our rescheduled flights or other arrangements. The ferry had to navigate through rough waters and people at times had trouble maintaining their equilibrium, but we disembarked successfully in Miami.

Any flights that Crystal originally scheduled, they would reschedule. I was in that category and Crystal rescheduled my American AA flight to January 23. Passengers who had scheduled their own air fare or other arrangements, however, were responsible to reschedule it. I arrived safely at the Philadelphia Airport at 10 p.m. on January 23rd.

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Kidder Township changes meeting night, oks hearing on solar farm

by Seth Isenberg At their regular monthly supervisors meeting on January 20, supervisors reset their calendar to have their meetings on the fourth Tuesday of the month. That was a change from their decision at the reorganization meeting, to change to the third Wednesday from the current third Thursday. The new meeting schedule will begin in February, with a meeting on the 22nd.

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The proposed Mora Solar solar farm on Blue Ridge Real Estate land east of the Turnpike will soon get a public hearing. The developers of the project, on a remote parcel of approximately 500 acres, seek an amendment to the zoning ordinance to permit a large commercial solar farm. Conditions include that a farm such as this will be on at least 200 acres, will be at least 500 feet away from any homes, will have the acceptance from the power grid to take its output and a transmission line on or through the property, will be under two miles from a substation, will not exceed 50% impervious surface (current rules allow 70%), and will reforest the site after the project’s lifespan is complete.

Supervisors gave their conditional approval, and agreed to schedule a hearing for the public at a date to be announced.

Also receiving conditional approvals were Hickory Run State Park’s plan to build new bathhouses/latrines, at three existing and one new site, See KIDDER, page 8

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Kidder

Continued from page 6 a lot combination for a Pocono Mountain Lake landowner, and a subdivision on the Mountain Laurel Resort property.

A request by the Penn­East Pipeline company to withdraw its plan for a compressor station was tabled.

In other business, township attorney Casey Gillespie attended her last meeting, as she has accepted new duties with the Luzerne County courts that will make her unavailable.

Supervisors voted to name attorney Robert Yurchak, of Weatherly, shown at right, to serve as the township’s attorney.

He has an extensive background in township work.

Supervisors appointed two employees of ARRO Engineering, the township’s engineer, Bill McMullen and Shannon Darker, to be alternate zoning officers.

In Ray Gluck’s police report, “it was a nice quiet month… It was cold.” Jason Bell, a part time patrolman, has resigned.

Roadmaster Bruce Berger, in his report, noted that there have

no incidents or complaints about the roads during the recent storms.

As the meeting concluded, attorney Gillespie thanked the township, its supervisors and its staff, “for being so hospitable.”

Township manager Suzanne Brooks in turn thanked her for her work, and speaking for the staff and supervisors, wished her well in her new endeavor (and invited her back to visit).

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Lake Harmony Post Office Notes

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Some History about USPS & Valentine’s Day, our Love Stamps

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The American public embraced it, and more than 300 million stamps were printed.

Created in the 1960s, Indiana’s design has become a cultural icon, and visitors to Philadelphia can even enjoy it in sculpture form.

Beginning in 1973, the U.S. Postal Service’s Love postage stamps have featured a wide range of subjects including flowers, Victorian lace, cherubs, swans, and candy hearts. In preparation of Valentine’s Day, it’s a great time to reminisce about five of the most recent stamps that have captured many hearts.

“As you celebrate all of the wonderful events when you show others your love this year, including not only Valentine’s Day, but Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, birthdays, graduations and weddings, remember the many beautiful Forever Stamps the Postal Service has to offer,” Dallas Postmaster Yulonda Love advises.

“The U.S. Postal Service has a long history of issuing stamps to send your love,” Love added. “I want to enSee PO NOTES, page 11

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PMLR has 27 Full-Time Realtor Agents including 4 Broker Level Agents covering every territory from the foothills below Jim Thorpe through the Poconos and Endless Mountains, with multiple NY State Licensed agents as well. This Rock Star team of Realtors has access to state-of-the-art tools, as well as access to MLS in the following counties: Monroe, Carbon, Pike, Wayne, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, Wyoming, Bradford, and Sullivan. The expert agents at PMLR are perfectly equipped to handle sellers and buyers in all of these areas.

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PO Notes From page 9

courage our customers to express their heartfelt feelings through the mail this year.

“A handwritten card or letter is the absolute best way to send your love – and you have to know I am an expert on this,” Love smiled.

“Just look at my last name!”

2018 – Flourishes Forever stamp

2016 - Quilled Paper Heart Forever stamp

2015 - Vintage Rose Forever stamp

2017 – Love Skywriting Forever stamp

2014 - Forever Hearts stamp

HAZLETON • PHILADELPHIA

2013 – Where Dreams Blossom and Yes, I Do stamps Customers may purchase their favorite Love stamp at The Postal Store at usps. com/shop, by calling 800-STAMP24 (800782-6724) and at Post Office facilities nationwide. A variety of earlier stamps and collectibles are also available from various online suppliers.

The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

Thanks everyone who is using your PO Box# on your mail.

When using both addresses and then trying to get your mail forwarded sometimes becomes a issue with

the forwarding system.

When using just your physical the forwarding system will reject it. We are a PO Box station & PO Box must be used. We are doing our best to help correct addresses as best we can with companies in order for your mail not to be delayed.

I’d like to thank everyone who thought of us this Christmas, it was very nice of all of you.

As always “We Thank” you for your business.

April Shaner, Postmaster Christine A. Gilliar, SSA (fancy for clerk) Window hours, Monday–Friday 8–11:30 a.m 1–4:45 p.m.

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On the Road

inside of the cavity, take out any other places there might be cancer, including removing the appendix.

A very elaborate chemo wash delivery device will apply the finishing touches before I’m sent up for recovery. I expect to be back to work for our next issue, just a little less mobile for a while.

While I am laid up, I’ll be watching our local and the Pittsburgh Penguins, and some UConn Lady Huskies basketball on TV. I’ll be catching up on reading, and doing some writing for the next LAKE NEWS.

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Last Saturday, we took a trip to Allentown to shop at the Allentown Farmer’s Market in the late afternoon. It’s an easy hour’s ride. Our dogs came along. The Market has about 50 vendors, including Amish and Mennonite families, with meats, produce vendors, baked goods and ethnic foods, cheeses, and more. We bought fresh-made bread, some ethnic foods including Polish mint apple juice, PA honey, and a couple of other items.

After our Market shopping, we found a park in Allentown to give them a walk. We treated ourselves to a fine Irish meal at McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub in downtown Bethlehem before the short ride home.

Since October, we’ve been running back and forth to Philadelphia on doctors’ visits ahead of a surgery that will take place at the end of February.

In August when I caught COVID, a CAT scan of my lungs found something deep inside me, and further investigation in September determined it was a cancer. Biopsy results determined it to be a very rare type, but also slow-growing and isolated. One of the side effects is that I seem to take on fluid in my abdomen. Through the fall I needed to get the liquid removed about every three weeks. Further tests confirmed the mucus-producing bumps have spread around the inside of the abdominal cavity.

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On the Cover

Theresa Erbstein supplied this photo of a perky groundhog for our cover. Whether he can predict the weather and duration of winter is an open question.

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From Trails to Rails — a look at ski slang

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If you overhear someone at one of our local ski areas say they are looking for a Head Rush, and that they ride goofy, don’t make assumptions.

This person is most likely a snowboarder who is interested in the Rush model snowboard manufactured by Head. As for riding goofy, that means

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Trails to Rails Continued from page 16

ings, which attach your boots to the skis, are set.

The skier’s height, weight, age, and skiing ability or preferences determine the DIN. You might run across a snow bunny on the hill. If you do, it is not a furry little creature with long ears eating a carrot. It is a novice skier, most likely found on the bunny slopes. Big Boulder even has a trail called “Bunny Schuss,” for an easy ride.

Ankle-biters are little kids, and watch out for the bomber, who zooms straight down the slope without making any turns!

Then there is the shredder, a talented snowboarder who shreds the mountain, and is the opposite of the snow bunny. These shredders don’t destroy paper, but they can hit it or send it at the park. These park rats can rip all day, doing spines, jibs, jumps, boxes, rails, etc.

No matter if you are a skier or a snowboarder, everyone looks forward to a big dump…which of course means a significant snowfall. Local to our area, we have ski conditions known as Pocono packed powder, which is essentially snow so hard, it feels like ice when you are taking a run.

And for those shredders who are looking for a Head Rush snowboard, you can find it at Peterson’s Ski and Cycle. Stop by our Blakeslee

store — we’ve been here for 30 years. Or visit us online at www.petersonsskiandcycle.com for some great deals on everything from Pocono Mountains souvenirs to T-shirts and hoodies, as well as bikes, skis, snowboards, winter clothing and more. We hope to ski you soon!

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Albrightsville Fire Co. December report The Albrightsville Volunteer Fire Company responded to 36 calls in December. Of those, 19 were with Lake Harmony, 11 were QRS medical assists, and one each of a search & rescue, an fire in a car on the Turnpike, a fire police request, a pumping detail, wires or trees down, and an automatic alarm. Of those, there were two vehicle fires (Turnpike and I-80), three crashes on Interstate 80, traffic control on Route 534, a pole fire on Henning Road, and a lot of smoke detector activations.

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Lake News Archives The long-awaited traffic signal at the intersection of Route 940, the Jack Frost entry road and Moseywood Road was installed in January. It became fully operational January 25. PennDOT will operate it for 30 days, and — if there are no malfunctions — then turned over to the township.

Cost to install was below the $75,000+ estimate, coming in at $54,000. Township supervisor and roadmaster Lorraine Sloss added that “the township has committed to getting safety emitters that will cost $15,000 to $20,000.”

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Postage rates went up on January 7, with a first class stamp now costing 34¢.

ASRA races this year at Big Boulder are February 10 and March 3, with the snowboard series in on February 25.

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Continued from page 26 Castle Cards & Gifts advertised a Valentine Gift Expressions Balloon Bouquet made to order.

Haven on December 27. Past Master Harold Kresge of Lake Harmony was elected treasurer.

The issue featured a pages-long story from the PA Game Commission about PA Black Bears.

Ramblers Ranch, the well-known country music dance hall and restaurant in Penn Forest Township, has closed. It opened in October of 1998.

The issue had a page of beautiful Ann Martino snow photos.

Blakeslee postmaster Linda Waltz has announced plans to retire. She started her postal career in 1978, and has been postmaster since 1986.

The Lake Harmony Volunteer Fire Co. returned Al Klitsch to

Fire Chief after his son, David, served three years and decided not to seek reelection. Al had been Fire Chief for ten years prior to that.

The 2001 membership campaign began in January.

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Local Obituary DR. DIANE TABER-MILLER Dr. Diane Taber-Miller, 64, of Blakeslee departfrom the Pennsylvania College of Straight Chiroed from planet earth Wednesday morning, January practic. Diane was a practicing Chiropractor in 5, 2022, at Geisinger in Plains Twp. Blakeslee and the co-founder of Sprit Adventures, She was born in Irvington, New Jersey, a daughLLC. ter of the late James Sr. and Dorothy Ann (Stryker) Diane loved spending time with her children and Taber. Diane graduated from Hatboro-Horsham grandchildren.

High School and earned her Doctor of Chiropractic She is survived by her husband, Mark Taber-Miller of Blakeslee; children, Kaitlin Karpinski and her husband, Steve of New Orleans, Louisiana, Dr. Riley Stryker of Philadelphia, and Stephen Taber-Miller of Stroudsburg; grandchildren, Robinson and Nora Karpinski; brother, James Taber Jr and sister, Karen Bower; several extended family members.

A public Life Celebration Service will be held at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 10, at the Blakeslee Community Center on Route 115 in Blakeslee. Friends are welcome to visit from 2 to 4 p.m. prior to the Service. Burial at sea will be a private ceremony.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charitable cause in Diane’s name. Online condolences can be made @www.yanacfuneralhome.com

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Local Obituary MARVYN IRVIN RAPHAELSON Marvyn Irvin Raphaelson passed away peacefully Sunday, December 26, 2022 at his home in Bethlehem PA at the age of 88. A native of Wilmington, Delaware, he was the son of the late Alice (Kitay) and Lewis Raphaelson.

He graduated from Pierce DuPont High School in 1953. Marvyn served in the U.S. Army from 1954-1956. He was an officer of B’nai B’rith, JCC in Wilmington, Delaware, trustee of Lake Harmony Fire Company, treasurer of Lake Harmony Concerned Citizens and host on Virtuoso Cruises.

He was owner/president of American Scrap and Waste Removal Co., Wilmington, Delaware.

Loved by all, Marvyn was a great father and husband. He enjoyed traveling, boating, skiing, biking and hiking.

In addition to his wife Virginia of 31 years, Marvyn is survived by son Mark Raphaelson and his wife Joanne of Park City, UT, daughter Hope Collins and husband Phil of Greensboro, NC,

and son Craig Raphaelson and wife Katherine of Laconia NH; stepchildren Deborah Ruth and husband William of Ottsville, PA, Deanna Matczak and significant other Marc Anderson of Ottsville, PA, and Annette Tymoski and husband Geroge of Easton, PA; grandchildren, Joshua, Jennifer, Parker, Morgan, Ethan, Max and Zachary; nephew, Warren Coopersmith and wife Kate of Longboat Key, FL; niece, Debora Levenson and husband Donald of Blue Bell, PA. He was predeceased by brother Benard Raphaelson, and sisters Lois Weisman and Evelyn Coopersmith.

Services: The Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. A Memory Tribute may be placed at www.cantelmifureralhome.com.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Marvyn’s memory to Alzheimer’s Association, St. Jude or Lake Harmony Concerned Citizens.

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Lake Harmony Fire Co December 2021 report The Lake Harmony Volunteer Fire Company responded to 36 calls in December.

In five calls, the LHVFC was dispatched, and cancelled en route. Nine calls were for alarm system soundings – malfunction. Six were smoke detector activations with no fire. Two were carbon monoxide detector activations – malfunction. One was a genuine CO incident.

The LHVFC responded to a car fire, two EMS calls with injury, two vehicle crashes with injuries and one more with no injuries. There were two assists to police. Also listed is a standby for a medical helicopter, an electrical or wiring incident, and three gas leaks.

The LHVFC produced a multi-page report on its achievements in 2021. It responded to 458 calls in 2021, making it the busiest fire company in Carbon County. Most of its calls, 403, were within District 17, the LHVFC’s primary coverage area. During the year, the firefighters completed over 2,311 hours of training in Company and State Fire Academy classes.

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December 2021 Kidder Police Report December had 123 reported calls.

Kidder officers were busy with 13 false burglar alarms, ten from residences. The department assisted other police agencies 10 times.

There were 7 crashes, 6 medical emergency responses and an overdose, 8 welfare checks and 9 service calls. Hazardous conditions were reported 9 times.

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Police responded to four fire alarms.

Traffic and parking offences and motorist aid totaled 12 incidents this month. There were three medical emergencies, a welfare check, a harassing phone call, lost and found property. There were 5 mental health incidents, and they were out looking for a missing person.

Police responded to one fireworks complaint.

Kidder Police’s four vehicles patrolled 6,676 miles during the month.

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Sewage Enforcement report Dec 21 – Jan 22 Sewage Enforcement Officer Robert Fugate Jr. reports two new sewage permits and related testing, and a subdivision plan review during the last weeks of December, into mid-January. He also had two application to hook onto the township sewer, approving both.

Lake Harmony Rescue Squad The LHRS ambulances were out on calls 45 times in December. 36 of those calls were in Lake Harmony, 4 were into Penn Forest, and 3 into the White Haven area.

The LHRS also turned out for six fire calls.

The two units were on the road 2,218 miles.

The Squad has been called out 506 times in 2021 – 66 more than last year.

The LHRS letter campaign continues to get donations towards a new 4-wheel drive chassis for the older unit. There is a bit more than $20,000 to go to reach the goal. Please consider sending a check to the LAKE HARMONY RESCUE SQUAD AND AMBULANCE CORPS, INC. at P.O. Box 564, Lake Harmony, PA 18624.

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Farnell promotes fundraiser to fight leukemia Kathi Farnell | Team Jim Thorpe has posted this online: I am honored to participate in the 2022 Students of the Year program, a seven-week initiative in which select high school students from around the country participate in a fundraising competition to benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. I am proud to be working with daughter Ella Farnell 2022 LLS SOY Candidate and raising critical dollars in honor of a young patient hero who is currently battling or is in remission from a blood cancer. Our lives were deeply touched by this terrible disease when we lost one of our best little friends Hunter Wolfe to Leukemia 11 years ago. No parent should ever have to go through this.

The candidate team that raises the most money at the end of the seven weeks is named Student(s) of the Year. I hope you will join in in helping her achieve her goal and earn the title.

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Many LLS-supported therapies not only help blood cancer patients but are also now used to treat patients with rare forms of stomach and skin cancers and are in clinical trials for patients with lung, brain, breast, pancreatic and prostate cancers. And LLS-funded drugs like targeted therapies and immunotherapies are now saving thousands of lives every day.

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Toy Drive proceeds delivered; thanks to all who gave Members of the Lake Harmony Volunteer Fire Company along with the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House want to thank everyone who contributed to the recent toy drive, which provided a huge number of toys to the patients and their families using the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House.

The project allowed the Fire Company to collect toys and money which was delivered to Philadelphia on Friday, December 10.

After delivering almost $600 and a pickup truck full of toys the firemen were treated to a tour of the facilities, which include a modern commercial kitchen that feeds about 200 people each day, and rooms that accommodate up to 150 families per night. The Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House is the world’s first house and at present is the second largest facility.

The firemen were extremely pleased to have completed this very rewarding project and again want to thank everyone who donated and helped make the project a success

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