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Moore transfers $1-million for Farmland preservation; plan Collection of electronic waste By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
Moore Township’s Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, Feb. 5 voted to transfer $1-million of farmland preservation funds to the First National Bank of Palmerton. It will go into a 12-month CD for better interest. The supervisors said that the money will stay in that account until needed. It was noted that the Farmland Preservation open space ranking system has been approved for the township. The Environmental Advisory Council also approved the open space natural areas criteria. Glenn Shoemaker of the EAC encouraged the township to get involved in the electronic recycling program as administered by Tom Ditmar, Environmental Conservation Coordinator in Northampton County. Shoemaker said that this will help make people better stewards of the earth. He admitted that in past years he threw everything away, but not now. June 11 was set as a tentative date for the E-Waste collection that will take place at the Moore Township municipal building along Commu-
nity Drive. He provided a pamphlet about the program that lists minimal fees that are charged residents who bring in answering machines, batteries, cell phones, large copiers, keyboards, microwaves, CRT monitors, laptops, pagers, printers and other items. The largest fee charged is for televisions, $18. But the other fees range from 25-cents to $5.00 and are mostly $1.00 each. The fees will go to AERC Recycling Solutions of Allentown who will run the program. Supervisors’ Chairman Maynard Campbell acknowledged that programs like this have proven very successful if properly advertised, and said recycling has to be made more convenient. At Shoemaker’s request, the board approved giving the EAC $400 to spend on advertising in local community papers so that people know about it. Other Matters • Extensions of time were granted for the Luther Beil subdivision; S&S Home and Builders improvements; Countryside Manor. Mark Continued on page 7
Rep. Hahn announces Committee appointments
State Rep. Marcia Hahn has been appointed to serve on the following four standing committees for the 2011-12 legislative session by Speaker of the House Rep. Sam Smith (R-Jefferson/Armstrong/ Indiana): Game and Fisheries, Gaming Oversight, State Government and Human Services, on which she has also additionally been appointed to serve as secretary. The Game and Fisheries Committee addresses all legislation affecting the Fish and Boat and Game commissions. They also review both commissions’ capital expenditures requiring legislative
approval, including game land purchases and boat and fish improvements. The Gaming Oversight Committee legislates Pennsylvania’s gaming industry. Already this session, the committee has sent to the House floor bills dealing with subjects such as prevention of simulcasting in Pennsylvania of greyhound racing and moving the investigative arm of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board to the attorney general's office. The agenda for the Human Services Committee, formerly part of the House Health and Continued on page 7
CIT students visit Harrisburg
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION MONTH in Harrisburg was celebrated on Tuesday, Feb. 8. State Rep. Marcia Hahn (R-Northampton) met with members of the Career Institute of Technology in Easton at their display in the East Wing Rotunda of the state Capitol. Pictured with her (l-r): Gary Slawik, machine tool tech instructor, and students Nick Hendricks, Shane Fulmer and Brandon Black. – Contributed photo
Lehigh ZHB rejects Solar energy panels
By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
In a 3-0 vote, the Lehigh Township Zoning Hearing Board on Thursday, Feb. 17, rejected plans to construct 7,000 solar energy panels at the Lehigh Elementary School. ZHB chairperson Katherine Mack read the decision on three points following an executive session that lasted just over one hour behind closed doors. ZHB solicitor Thomas Caffrey said they had nothing to add and that the evidentiary part of the hearing was closed. The executive session was allowed under the Sunshine Act, Caffrey said, but any vote they took had to be done in public. The ruling brought mixed reaction as expected – moments of happiness for the handful of residents who had opposed the plan, and a vow to appeal the decision by the parties affected who are planning the solar array: MetroTek Electrical Services, Energy Alliance LLC, and the Northampton Area School District. Unlike an earlier hearing, in which residents were allowed to comment, this time it was between the MetroTek attorney, Christopher Spa-
doni and Lisa Pereira, who argued in behalf of the township as she filled in for Atty. James Preston. Mrs. Mack said that the ZHB took a look at the finding of facts presented by Zoning Officer Laura Harrier, who originally rejected the plan for the solar panel field in an agricultural - residential zone, and her opinion that it was a second principal use, and deemed commercial, so that the application for an accessory use should be rejected. Also denied were an application for a special exception use and an interpretation of Ms. Harrier’s opinion that she misapplied the law. Members of the ZHB are Katherine Mack, Kristin Lorah and Lloyd Hopkins. Earlier in the hearing, Spadoni said that Harrier’s objections to the project were not based on fact, and that the applicants believe that the solar installation is an accessory use, based on the Lehigh Township zoning ordinance. Quoting legal opinions in other cases, Spadoni said Ms. Harrier based her decision on the belief that it is a commercial use, and contended that “Uses need to keep up with
the technology, and easements need to be expanded.” He said that concern about the size of the solar panels is not the controlling factor, and that the solar field is “incidental and subordinate” to the school use. He cited where accessory use has come into play in other cases in Pennsylvania. On another concern, lot coverage with impervious surface, he said there is none because the panels would be above the ground with space between them. Spadoni concluded his argument that the ZHB would be compelled under the township’s zoning ordinance and PA. Municipalities Planning Code to find that the solar field is an accessory use. Atty. Pereira said, “Understand what the courts have ruled on principal and accessory use. The distinction here is that the school is the principal use, while the solar project can’t be controlled by the school district, but by Energy Alliance. Because of that lack of control and separate ownership, it can’t be an accessory to the school.” Spadoni responded, “That’s such a slippery slope, it deContinued on page 13
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A New Germany The world’s other three leading powers--the U.S., China and Russia--are well known to citizens of the world. The country with the fourth largest gross national product? That’s now Germany. Germany has the advantage of being barred since World War II from having a nuclear weapons program--saving billions of dollars. And Berlin, for years after World War II a divided, or occupied city, is now the center of the European economy. Berlin has now replaced Paris as Director Thomas Sparr, one of Germany’s largest publishing firms, told a reporter for the Christian Science Monitor last month: “Berlin has become the cultural capital of Germany. It’s the leading city in Europe and perhaps the world. It is becoming what Paris was in the 50’s and New York was in the 80’s. One doesn’t have to agree with that but one does have to admit that total German exports, now the second highest in the world, its 4th largest GDP, in a country of 82 million (compared to a U.S. population of 308 million) are impressive statistics. Yet Germany, because of Hitler’s war, is not a major player at the United Nations, not a member of the Security Council, and without an intimidating military capacity, is often not considered a major world power. That may be changing. It’s of interest that the United States contains more German ancestry Americans than those of any other European country, and has for a hundred years or more. With business and exports booming and the lowest unemployment rate in years, today’s new Germany is what many Germans dreamed about in World War I and II.
Revitalization Run 5K Scheduled For April 30, 2011 The Bath Business and Community Partnership (BBCP) has scheduled the first annual Revitalization Run 5K through the borough of Bath for April 30, 2011 beginning at 9:30 a.m. Registration begins at 8 a.m. the day of the event, but pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Proceeds from the race will benefit the BBCP in the mission to improve Bath and its community by making it a safe place to work, play and live. Participants can register by finding our form online at www.bathborough.org/revitalization or by visiting our facebook page. You can also pick up a registration form at many local businesses or
by calling 484-619-6121. Participants are invited to walk or run the event. The preregistration fee before April 1 is $20 and $25 after April 1. You can also register the day of the race for $30. Registration fees are non-refundable and should be made payable to The Borough of Bath · 215 E. Main St · Bath PA 18014. Pre-registrants will receive a race T-shirt, limited T-shirts will be available for sale the day of the event. Questions? Contact Ryan Gilroy at gilroy1234@hotmail.com or Mary Kositz at mkositz@ firststarbank.com or call 484619-6121. Come out and REVITALIZE yourself at this fun 5K!
Opinion Obama’s rules for Wisconsin By Lee Wishing Fascinated by the political struggle in Wisconsin, I re-read Rules for Radicals to gain a sense of how much our country’s great community organizer will engage the battle. Wisconsin must be the stuff a young Barack Obama dreamed of: organized labor vs. a Republican governor. A power struggle between the Rules for Radicals so-called “Have-Nots” and the “Haves” represented by Gov. Scott Walker. Obama learned community power dynamics in Chicago from the principal disciple of the author of the book on community organizing, the notorious Saul Alinsky. Let’s fast-forward: Obama turned his successful presidential campaign organization into a giant community organizing committee called Organizing for America. Last week he turned it loose in Wisconsin to support organized labor. Makes sense. But in re-reading Alinsky’s Rules for Radicals something seemed out of place to me. The “Haves” in this case are organized labor! Many states are in financial trouble due to lavish public sector union benefits and Gov. Walker is trying to reduce Wisconsin’s costs by trimming some of the unions’ collective bargaining rights and by asking workers to contribute a reasonable amount to their retirement and healthcare packages. It became apparent to me that the Badger State’s public unions would have to reposition themselves as the “HaveNots,” and they did on Friday. They offered to concede to Walker’s benefits package demands . . . but they refused to give ground on collective bargaining rights. A smart “by the book” move. The only remaining question on my mind was how much President Obama would become involved in the fight. As Alinsky advocated, Obama is a disciplined realist who uses power to ad-
The Truth “You seem to have plenty of intelligence for a man in your position,”sneered a lawyer, cross examining a witness. “If I wasn’t under oath, I’d return the compliment,” replied the witness.
The Voice Outside “Father, will you give me one dollar for a poor man who is outside crying?” “Yes, son, here it is. What is he crying about?” “He’s crying, ‘Fresh Roasted Peanuts, one dollar a bag.’”
vance his self-interests. I believe he’ll use Wisconsin, and similar state-based struggles, to gain power to enhance his reelection chances. This objective will require Obama to
keep a relatively low profile. His approval rating rarely falls below 40 percent, which means, in a worst-case scenario, he will need just 11 Continued on page 3
News Sermonette The Rev. Jay R. Wetzel
Pastor, S t. John’s Lutheran Church
“But what about me?” “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.”(Matthew 22:39 NRSV) Here he goes; dragging out the old “love” and “neighbor” shtick. How many times do we have to hear this? Well, maybe once more. This morning I drove south on Route 512 and was approaching the entrance to a local restaurant, it was 6:00 am. A driver in a pickup truck was attempting to exit the lot and turn left onto northbound 512. Having been in a similar position myself; I stopped to allow the driver of the truck the courtesy of safely making the turn. The driver in a car behind me felt a need to be somewhere and swiftly swung around me, crossing the double yellow lines to do so. A second car followed suit. So, I took time to ponder that “old line” and what impact it might have on how we make our daily choices. Giving the benefit of the doubt to the two drivers— perhaps they had someplace urgent to be—I still was concerned that they willingly broke a law just to save a few seconds of time. Did they really think their needs superseded their duty to a neighbor—their actions endangering the pickup driver and, perhaps, myself? Have we become a society where the pursuit of our own agenda takes away any obligation to others? Are we truly a “me first” society? It doesn’t take much effort to see “me first” philosophies being promoted in just about all walks of life. Perhaps that is the reason, when someone acts selflessly on behalf of another, it shocks so many people. So deep is the shock that some are convinced the selfless one had to have deeper, self-serving motives. Did Jesus have deeply hidden “selfish” motives for going to Calvary? Lent begins in just thirteen days. Will we use this time of inner reflection to ask ourselves: Whom do I serve with my words, deeds, actions? Am I aware of how my words, deeds, and actions impact upon my neighbor? Is it possible for my neighbor to see Christ alive in me? My prayers went with those two drivers this morning. I asked the Lord to guide them along their way and give to them eyes to see their neighbors’ needs. Amen.
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Hah! You thought we were gonna have an early spring when it got warm last week. Well, Old Man Winter came right on back and we had about three more inches of snow overnight from Sunday to Monday. It kept the skiers happy. Wasn’t really hard shoveling, but everything was white again. To top it off, weather folks said we were gonna get another storm of mixed snow, sleet and ice on Monday night into Tuesday. Man! I’m tired of winter!! Any more of this and I’m gonna coax Elmira into taking a three month trip down to Florida, or some place warm. . . . This is a tough time of year, not only with winter, but worrying about getting stuff together for taxes. If it’s not one place, it’s another – like township, borough or city, county, and the good old federal IRS. . . . With all the technology today it gets kinda mind boggling for us seniors. And it seems to me some people are using it the wrong way, one fellow mentioning the other day that there’s information out there, besides pornography, and from what I read in the big city papers, there’s plenty of that going on. Reckon too much information is not good. Now there’s a new thing called facebook. Oh well, some folks like to write long hand, most everybody usta read books, and some even used a typewriter. It’s a changed world, that’s for sure. Give me the good old days when things were simple! . . . . One nice thing is the Phillies are back in spring training, and we can concentrate on baseball again. From looking at license plates and logos on cars, I can see there’s a lotta Yankee and Mets fans around here, too. Getting older, though, has its drawback when you travel a long distance to the stadiums and hafta do all that walking and climbing to seats that aren’t too close to the action,
and for big bucks, too. Reckon I’ll do my long distance teams from the favorite easy chair in front of the TV. When it comes to the IronPigs, well I’ll head over Allentown way and watch ‘em play Triple A ball. Whatever team you like, be a good fan and enjoy the sport. . . . Looks like a truck musta knocked off something over on Northampton & Walnut Streets. Borough crew was busy last week cementing in a steel pole that’s painted yellow. . . .The big issues around the county these days are whether or not Gracedale will be up to the voters, so it doesn’t get sold for five years at least, and the other thing is the sun panel project up at Lehigh Township School. The debate goes on and on. . . . I think I’ll just have one of Elmira’s hot toddies and relax a bit. Enough of this serious stuff! Snows must go!
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percent more of the electorate to win in 2012. In other words, he can’t be perceived as being too radical or he will risk alienating the moderate middle. Yet, he does need to inspire his liberal base. He can do this by sending in Organizing for America and making pronouncements of support from distant Washington, D.C. Don’t look for Obama to go to Wisconsin and other states like Indiana to make highprofile speeches in favor of organized labor. If he does, the power calculus will have changed significantly, and I’ll be re-reading Rules for Radicals again.
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Forms for the state’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate program for calendar year 2010 are now available at Rep. Marcia Hahn’s district office in Bushkill Twp. Eligible participants can receive a rebate of up to $650 based on their rent or property taxes paid in 2010. The program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians who are 65 years or older, widows and widowers 50 years or older, and those 18 years or older with disabilities. Eligibility income limits for homeowners are set at the following levels, excluding 50 percent of Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, and Railroad Retirement Tier 1 benefits: • $0 to $8,000, maximum $650 rebate (Homeowners and renters) • $8,001 to $15,000, maximum $500 rebate (Homeowners and renters)
• $15,001 to $18,000, maximum $300 rebate (Homeowners only) • $18,001 to $35,000, maximum $250 rebate (Homeowners only) The Property Tax/Rent Rebate program is one of many initiatives supported by the Pennsylvania Lottery, which dedicates its proceeds to support programs for older Pennsylvanians. Since the program began in 1971, more than $4 billion has been paid to qualified applicants. Please remember to provide all the necessary income, property tax or rental information required in order to process claims quickly and accurately. Applications are due by June 30. Property Tax/Rent Rebate claim forms are available by contacting her office at (610) 746-2100 or by visiting her website at RepHahn.com.
1. Name the first state to ratify the Bill of Rights. 2. Who is credited with this statement, "In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes."? 3. Who discovered the frozen continent of Antarctica? 4. Name the 21st U.S. president. 5. When did the U.S. end direct control over Cuba? Answers: 1. New Jersey, in 1789. 2. Benjamin Franklin, in a letter to a friend. 3. U.S. Navy captain Nathaniel B. Palmer, in 1820. 4. Chester A. Arthur. 5. In 1909.
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50th Anniversary
Giving yourself the Gift of Yoga Hatha Yoga (part 3 of 4) By Juanita Carra-Budzek RN, RYT
MR. & MRS. STEVE SISMANOVICH Congratulations to Steve and Lucille Sismanovich, who celebrated their golden anniversary on February 11, 2011. They were married with a papal blessing in St. Paul’s RC Church in New Jersey in the aftermath of a huge snowstorm. They lived in New Jersey for 23 years before moving to Pennsylvania
in 1984. The couple celebrated their anniversary by renewing their vows at Sacred Heart Church in Bath and enjoying a family dinner before heading on a Caribbean cruise. They have one daughter, Donna, her husband Frank and granddaughter Nikki. Blessings from their family.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR Northampton High School Baseball Booster Club Spaghetti Supper The Northampton High School Baseball Booster Club is sponsoring a spaghetti dinner and Chinese auction this Friday from 4 -8 p.m. at the Lehigh Township Fire Co. on Rt. 248 in Cherryville. Children five and under are free. There will also be a sale. For advance tickets or more information call Lisa 610-417-7513.
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system would not only be a misunderstanding of the system but also a grave injustice to the practitioner and his or her goals, leading one to the mis-belief that the perfection of the physical poses alone is Yoga. Some of the techniques or aspects, which are practiced in the system of Hatha Yoga include, the postures (asana), yoga breathing (pranayama), meditation, and the study and practice of the restraints (Yamas), and observances (Niyamas) of the Yogi’s. Let me give you an example of a day in the life of a Yogi. The traditional Yogi or Yogini rises early, assumes specific poses, may practice breathing techniques and engage in meditation simultaneously or separately and then has a light vegetarian meal, in keeping with the practice of non-violence, and usu-
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In my last article, I discussed the different paths of Yoga, one of them was Hatha. Hatha Yoga is the System of Yoga pertaining to the physical body. It is more than just assuming the poses. Hatha yoga in its true and classical form is a full system of spiritual development. It is not to be confused with or mistaken for a religion. The techniques practiced in Hatha Yoga are meant to harmonize and purify all of the body systems, the physical body, the emotions, and the mind. They focus the mind so the physical and mental body can detox unwanted thoughts and emotions. These techniques assist the Yogi (male practioner) or Yogini (female practioner) to cultivate increased states of awareness of oneself and one’s surroundings. To just isolate one or two techniques out of this
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Dr. Dietrich Klinghardt MD PhD On Saturday, February 12, 2011, I had the distinct honor and privilege to attend a lecture in New York City, on “healing late stage Lyme disease without the use of antibiotics” given by, hands down, the number one authority on tick borne illnesses in the world, Dr Dietrich Klinghardt. A man of some seventy years, he gave the appearance of the professor from ‘Back to the Future’ yet spoke with a precise and direct way through his German accent. A genius of an individual, admittedly, I found his lecture perhaps one of the most clinically stimulating talks I have ever attended. The material was captivating. As you can tell I was a bit star struck. I share this with all our Natural Perspective ™ readers as it is of utmost importance to share the latest research, theories, and viewpoints that just isn’t reaching your door step. You will hear much of what we share, nowhere else. Understand that while this lecture had a distinct and narrow focused title, the material presented couldn’t be more diverse. At each and every turn a side note discussion ensued. These off topic discussions made the grasping of the material at hand even more relevant to me personally and my patients specifically. Names of patients kept coming to me, one after the other, seeing possibilities, correlations and approaches I hadn’t considered before. Intriguing. Dr. Klinghardt’s approach reveals a natural perspective that appears (for the sake of brevity in this week’s column) two fold: The first is based on a view that even though a person may have a infectious disease, like borrelia, mycoplasmosis, bartonella, Babesia, it is “their specific” makeup that causes the fullest expression of the disease. (My words not his). From what I garnered he would consider our own genetic code, DNA, and innate immune capability as major factors.
The second take away is that the person(s) in question probably expressed the disease not just because of the unique genetic makeup but because additional stressors could have been placed on the body, which collectively beat the body up so badly that it couldn’t keep status quo. A little arsenic here, a little heavy metal exposure there. Stress, lack of sleep, environmental chemical exposure regularly, nutrient poor food, and perhaps the endless onslaught of EMF’s (electromagnetic fields), and whamo, the melting pot of a stressors combined with an infectious “something” produces a named disease. Could multiple sclerosis be the bacteria borrelia, combined with the herpes virus and mercury metal exposure? Makes you think doesn’t it. Almost reminds me of mixing various colors together, like blue and yellow make green. My clinical realization is that moving forward, treating patients may require throwing out at a much larger “diagnostic net” to figure out what added co-factors are attributing to the presenting disease. These takes us far beyond blood work. We have begun to post many of these various tests to consider on our website yet more are forthcoming. We should consider getting to each “layer” of the possible causes of poor health BEFORE said named disease takes hold. This may not be an easy road to travel but for those who have tried everything else and feel like they are “on the back nine” of existence then this approach is valid. Peeling away the layers like that of an onion may take time, maybe years. After treating many patients I can see that one-size-fits-all doesn’t work anymore and any integrative doctor has to throw away the rose colored glasses and consider this new perspective. “Natural Perspectives” is a health commentary only and does not claim to diagnose and/or make treatment recommendations. Always seek the advice of your health care professional.
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Oldies dance
Northampton Quaota Club will be holding its annual oldies dance this Saturday, February 26, at the Northampton Community Center. Doors open at 6:00 and a dinner buffet will begin at 6:30, beverages included. Proceeds will benefit Quota’s charitable projects within our community and beyond Call Nikol at 610-440-2171 or see Dale at Miller Ace Hardware for tickets.
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Bath 275th anniversary committee will have a breakfast buffet on Sat., March 19, 7:00am to 10:30am at My Place Restaurant, must purchase tickets. For more information and tickets , contact any committee member or call Fiorella 484-357-4366 or Barry Fenstermaker 610-837-8448
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Rep. Julie Harhart (RNorthampton/Lehigh) and the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) would like to caution students and families about potentially
Wrestling tourney Benefits Lauren’s Hope
A Tournament will be held this Saturday at the Northampton Area Middle School from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will also be craft vendors at the event with over 20 tables of crafters and vendors. Proceeds from the day’s events will be donated to Lauren’s Hope Foundation, which will go towards helping families pay for things such as modified toys for children, specialized therapies and therapeutic equipment that are not covered by health insurance. For more information visit www.LaurensHopeFoundation.org. The money raised through this local (501c3) charity are used to help local families who apply for assistance, which can also be done through their website or by calling 610-703-2423.
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fraudulent financial aid offers. During financial aid application season, students and families may be contacted by individuals or companies offering assistance for securing money for a college education. For a cost, persons or companies may offer help in securing scholarship money or in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Some of these organizations are legitimate while others are not. Families should remember that free resources are available to provide them with the assistance they need. The Federal Trade Commission warns that unscrupulous companies “guarantee” or “promise” scholarships for students. Such claims should be a warning sign. Families can avoid scholarship scams by looking for these types of misleading sales pitches: For a fee, the company or organization will provide a list of scholarship opportunities. If a student does not receive a reward and seeks a refund, they soon find that conditions have been attached to the agreement to make it impossible to get the refund. A request for a refund Continued on page 13
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6 THE HOME NEWS Feb. 24-Mar. 2, 2011
By Pete Fritchie
GOLF✷ ✷ ✷ ✷ ✷ ✷ The mystery which surrounded Tiger Woods in 2010 is the same subject of speculation among fans and fellow pros this year. The world’s two top ranked
players recently were quoted as saying they still considered Woods the world’s top golfer. That surprised many, after a full year of Tiger not demonstrating his former ability. Lee Westwood and Martin Kaymer agreed that Woods still ranks tops. Kaymer said simply: “He’s the best player in the game.” From 1996 to 2009 Woods was, almost all agreed, the top ranked golfer. But now there are different viewpoints. But when the current top two players say Woods is still the best, that’s impressive--and respected by many.
Trinity pressures St. Paul’s In church dart baseball Runner-up Trinity Lutheran of Bangor (formerly Nazareth UCC) let St. Paul’s UCC of Northampton they aren’t going away on Monday when they won 12-11 and 7-6 before losing 9-5 in the Suburban Inter-Church Dart Baseball League. Tops for Trinity were Tristen Burd, 8 for 16; Jeff Hoffert, 7 for 13 with two home runs; Larry Fehnel and Maybell Smith, hitting for the cycle. St. Paul’s: Dave Clark, 7 for 15; Kevin Gross, 6 for 15, and Rich Kern, 5 for 15. Christ UCC of Bath swept visiting Ebenezer Bible Fellowship of Bethlehem 9-1, 2-1 and 8-1, led by Joe Hunsicker, 7 for 12; George Gasper, 6 for 109; Garry Hunsicker, 5 for 12, and Bill Yocum and Dave DalCin with a homer each. Ebenezer players with three hits each were Seth Miller, Carol Vortmann, Evan Vortmann, and Frank Marzigliano. Salem Lutheran, Bethlehem, won 4-2 and 7-2, before
Bath Lutheran won 7-5. Hitting for Bath were Bob Flyte, 5 for 12; Todd Flyte, 5 for 14, and Gene Klein, 4 for 8. Salem: Scott Williams, 7 for 15; Bill Hoke, Jr., 5 for 10, and Jacob Hoffert, 4 for 12. Messiah Lutheran, Bethlehem, lost 7-5 and 3-1 before winning 3-2 on a 9th inning home run at Salem UCC, Moorestown. Tops for Salem were George Gaugler, 8 for 12 with a 2-run homer and Bill Rinker, 7 for 12. Messiah: Eric Harper, 4 for 10; Andy Powell, 4 for 11, and Rich Hasonich, 4 for 12. St. Stephen’s Lutheran, Bethlehem, won 12-0 and then lost 4-3 and 7-3 at Farmersville. The winners had Wade Chilmonick, 6 for 12 with two homers and Don Kerbaugh, 5 for 11. St. Stephen’s: Ed Wychuck, 8 for 13; Al Beahm, 5 for 13 with a homer; and John Hoysan and Alan Antry, both with a pair of home runs.
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St. Paul’s, Northampton 43 Trinity Luth., Bangor 39 Christ UCC, Bath 37 Salem UCC, M’town 37 Salem Luth., Bethlehem 36 Dryland-Trinity, Heck’n 36 Bath Lutheran 32 St. Stephen’s, Bethlehem 30 Ebenezer, Bethlehem 25 Emmanuel, Bethlehem 27 Messiah, Bethlehem 22 St. John’s, Farmersville 23
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East Allen Twsp. Sign Ups
Spring Sport Sign Ups in East Allen Township will continue until March 12th for the following Sports, Baseball, Tball, and Boys & Girls Soccer ages 5 to 12. You may register your children at the Municipal Office located at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd. Monday thru Friday from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. For more information contact Chuck Frantz at 610262-7961 or 484-239-2090.
Lehigh Valley Conference 2010-11 All-Conference Basketball Team GIRLS MVP – Erika Livermore – Nazareth Kara Bonenberger – Northampton Kerry Kinek - Central Tiara Aziz – Easton Jody Chickey – Liberty Kayla Bet – Whitehall Shateial Styles – Allen Jenna Kocsis – Central Leah Horton – Emmaus Rana Plesko – Becahi Honorable Mention: Kassandra Church – Allen, Ebony Goodwin – Dieruff, Caitlyn Gary – Nazareth, Alesha Marcks – Northampton, Olivia Hassler – Parkland, Monica Hagenauer – Parkland, Alissa Persichetti – Parkland. Coach of the Year: Wes Spence – Parkland BOYS MVP – Darrun Hilliard – Liberty Jalen Cannon – Allen Chuck Dibilio – Nazareth Jake Hungarter – Becahi Javier Rivera – Whitehall James Middleton – Easton Muhammad-Ali AbdurRahkman – Central
It is with sadness that the statistician of the Suburban Trap League reported the scores of their Feb. 13th shoot-off at Grouse Hall Rod & Gun Club. One of their fellow league trapshooters, Samuel M. Remaly of East Allen Township, died in a vehicle accident after taking ill suddenly that afternoon. These were the scores recorded at that shoot-off: High Over All 1s t High Gun 2nd High Gun 3rd High Gun 4th High Gun 5th High Gun
Doug Jones Allan Hunter Dennis Cacciola, Sr. Bob Koefer John Manning Al Onkotz
Copeechan 292x300 - 49 Ranger Lake 222 - 45 Ranger Lake 221 - 49 Grouse Hall 221 - 48 East Bath 221 - 40 Ranger Lake 220 – 49
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Copeechan Copeechan Blue Ridge East Bath Blue Ridge
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Blue Ridge Copeechan
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C Class
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Blue Ridge East Bath
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D Class
1st Ken Naugle 2nd Ray Garrison
East Bath Grouse Hall
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E Class
1st Brendan Doorley East Bath 2nd Stu Printz Grouse Hall
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F Class
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G Class
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The standings in league competition as of Jan. 30 were as follows: STANDINGS East Bath Copeechan Blue Ridge Ranger Lake Grouse Hall Lincoln Holley – Easton Branden Harrington – Allen DaQuan Holiday – Allen Honorable Mention: Matt Wisely – Emmaus, Joe Lococo – Freedom, Dante Holmes – Liberty, Bryce Higgs – Nazareth, Rob Dvoracek – Parkland. Coach of the Year: Jim Hutnik – Easton
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The Home News is hosting our 2nd annual local Poetry contest to celebrate the arts in our community. Submit your original work along with this form. All entries must be received by March 19, 2011. The top 5 will be published (one a week) in The Home News throughout the month of April. Poems must be 150 words or less to be considered. PleASe return entry And Ad to:
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Leuth also received extensions for Manor at Moore to May 31 and Scenic View Farms to Sept. 30. • Secretary Richard Gable noted that the Moore Twsp. Planning Commission recently reorganized, with John Becker, chairman; Judy Rodwin, and Jason Harhart, secretary. • It was noted that the Borough of Chapman is planning to put in a sewage system for its residents, and running the effluent down to the Bath sewage treatment plant. • Thanks was extended to the committee who put two and a half years of time and effort into updating the zoning ordinance, which was approved at a special meeting on Feb. 10. • Spring rates for soccer will remain the same as in 2010. • Maggie Muller questioned the board if MetroTek has contacted the township about a proposed solar system at Moore Elementary School. They said that they haven’t received word, attributing it to the long process being faced by that firm and the Northampton Area School District for a similar solar farm at Lehigh Elementary. • The board of Supervisors approved the purchase of new injectors for a dump truck, the cost is $2074.09
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Human Services Committee, includes more comprehensive health issues such as Lyme disease programs and delivery of services to local government entities. Responsibilities of the State
Government Committee include legislation dealing with topics such as the Election Code and the Pennsylvania Voter Registration Act, campaign finance reform and the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act. In addition to these committee assignments, she serves on the East Central, Firefighters and Emergency Services, Property Tax Relief and YMCA caucuses.
attend a Youth Seminar from April 29 to May 1 at Camp Victory in Millville, Pa. Contact Daniel Spengler if interested. The Lions, along with the Bath Lionesses, voted to each contribute $200 toward a camper’s tuition at Beacon Lodge Camp in Juniata County this summer. The next dinner meeting will be on Wednesday, March 2 at St. John’s.
Lions to co-sponsor Boy Scout 33 bingo
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At their semi-monthly dinner meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 16, members of the Bath Lions Club voted to cosponsor a fund-raising event by Boy Scout Troop 33, a unit the club has sponsored for more than 70 years. The troop will have a Bingo fund-raiser in the fellowship hall of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Bath, on Saturday, March 19. Earlier that same day, the Lions will have the first of their Lenten meetings in the form of breakfast at the Town & Country Restaurant in Bath, starting at 8:30 a.m. Lenten breakfasts by the club will also be on April 9 and 23. Other coming events were announced by club president Rev. Jay R. Wetzel and secretary Daniel Spengler. This past Sunday, the District 14-K Cabinet Meeting was held at the Se-Wy-Co Fire Co. On March 2, the Moore Township Lions will host a Region 2, Zone C meeting at Petersville Rod & Gun Club. The Bath Lions are seeking 11th grade students who would like to
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College Corner
Saint Joseph’s University - Nicole Lichtenwalner of Nazareth earned Dean’s List honors at Saint Joseph’s University for the Fall 2010 semester, Lichtenwalner is a(n) Management major at the University. Students must achieve a grade point average of 3.5 or above, a B or greater in all their classes, and complete at least 15 credits to earn Dean’s List status for a semester.
Online Graduate Kaplan University Holly Chavarry-Jackson of Bath, has been awarded a Bachelor degree in Information Technology from Kaplan University, a leader in higher education innovation. Chavarry-Jackson's accomplishment was celebrated during a live graduation ceremony on February 5 in Miami. Bill Richardson, former two term governor of New Mexico, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, U.S. Energy Secretary and multiple Nobel Peace Prize nominee, served as the commencement speaker.
Dean’s Lists
DeSales University Stefanie Bohunicky, a theatre major and a resident of Northampton Sarah Braun, a medical studies major and a resident of Bath, Amy Dvorscak, a nursing major and a resident of Northampton,
Amanda Fink, a law and society major and a resident of Nazareth, Kaitlyn Gover, a nursing major and a resident of Northampton, PA. Lauren Koval, a biochemistry major and a resident of Northampton, PA. Kalia Onushco, a criminal justice major and a resident of Nazareth, PA. Jaimie Osborn, a history major and a resident of Nazareth, PA. Julianne Reardon, an accounting major and a resident of Bath, PA. Amy Shannon, a political science major and a resident of Northampton, PA. Lea Shipwash, a theology major and a resident of Northampton, PA. Joseph Sulpizio, a law and society major and a resident of Bath, PA. Ryne Tierno, a criminal justice major and a resident of Bath, PA. Alexander Torres, a law and society major and a resident of Nazareth, PA. Melissa Yorty, a medical studies major and a resident of Northampton, PA. John Zerfass, a medical studies major and a resident of Nazareth, PA. Ann Gunther, a management major and a resident of Nazareth, PA. Stacey Kellner, a psychology major and a resident of Bath, PA. Jennifer Long, a psychology major and a resident of Nazareth, PA.
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The desire for fame tempts even noble minds. The fame of men ought always to be estimated by the means used to acquire it. All fame is dangerous; good bringeth envy, bad, shame. Fame usually comes to those who are thinking about something else. Science arises from the discovery of identity amidst diversity. Among people generally corrupt, liberty cannot long exist. It is as hard and severe a thing to be a true politician as to be truly moral. A statesman makes the occasion, but the occasion makes the politician. A politician thinks of the next election, a statesman, of the next generation. In politics, what begins in fear usually ends in folly. Life is the school of gladiators, where men live and fight with one another. Life is half spent before we know what it is. A useless life is an early death. Youth is a blunder; manhood a struggle; old age a regret. The man of true greatness never loses his child’s heart.
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Council okays mutual public Works pact with N. Catasauqua that third Thursday of the month. Northampton Borough • An annual service franCouncil on Thursday, Feb. 17 chise check from RCN and okayed an ordinance entering a quarterly check for the into an inter-governmental same kind of service were agreement with the Borough received from Service Elecof North Catasauqua for mu- tric, with both amounting to tual public works assistance $144,279.08. and cooperation. • February 15 was the final The two boroughs have day for discounts to be given been helping each other for to those paying their garsome time, Borough Manag- bage collection bills on time. er Gene Zarayko said, but this As of four days before that, ordinance makes it official $641,000 had been received. under the Pa. Borough Code. The borough has received a Other Matters $24,402 recycling grant from Council also approved two the state, but this is $5,600 requests of Police Chief Ron- less than Zarayko had budald Morey pertaining to train- geted, as the state continues ing classes. to make cuts and uses funds One is for Patrolman John for other purposes, such as Mullner to attend a three-day the Growing Greener proshooter response instructor gram. class at the Scranton Police • Zarayko noted in his Department at a cost of $495. manager’s report that Ed He would be eligible for up Pany, curator of the Atlas Ceto 40 hours of police related ment Memorial Museum, training a year. had been notified by Wells The other request is for Pa- Fargo (now owner of the fortrolman Dennis Smith, Jodi mer Wachovia Bank) will be Moravek and Chief Morey to doing an historical mural inattend an accreditation class side the Main Street bank deon March 28, at a cost of $50 picting the cement industry per person. of this area. The bank is also • Permission was given the giving $1,200 to the museum Northampton Exchange Club trust fund. Pany also received to have its 63rd annual Jack $200 from Miller Ace HardFrost Parade on Thursday, ware for the museum. Oct. 20, with a rain date of • Northampton hosted the Oct. 27. This will mean that, as Mid-Eastern Counties Assoin 2010, Council will change ciation of Boroughs meeting its meeting night, for the 20th on Feb. 23 (yesterday). would be a normal meeting • In recreation center activBy BILL HBALBFOERSTER The Home News
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ities: A volunteer from AARP is there on Mondays to prepare income tax returns for senior citizens, free of charge; a dance for 4th, 5th and 6th grade boys and girls will be held on March 5. • The annual fire department banquet will be held on Saturday, March 5 at the Northampton Liederkranz.
NASD secondary Orchestras busy Despite snow days
The Northampton high school and middle school orchestras have been very busy getting started on their spring music for the concert on Friday, May 5 at 7 p.m. The past month has been very hectic with all the snow days, standardized testing, and mid-terms going on at the secondary level. Even with all the adversity with reduced period times and days off, the students have gotten off to a great start for the second semester. Jan. 28-29 marked a special occasion when Northampton High School held the PMEA District 10 Orchestra Festival. There were more than 104 students in the ensemble. Cora Monroe, a senior and violist at Northampton, had the privilege of being selected to perform with the ensemble. Another upcoming performance other than the Spring Concert will feature the high school string students playing for the high school Top 30
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Senior Recognition Dinner. This will be held on Tuesday, April 19 at 6:30 p.m. in the Northampton Community Center. This year’s spring musical, “The Pajama Game”, is sure to be a big hit. All the students involved – cast, crew, pit, etc. – have been putting in late nights and long Saturdays for more than a month. The performance will be on March 24, 26, 28 at 7:30 p.m. and March 27 at 2:30 p.m. Come and watch the comedy unfold as a pajama factory foreman tries to hold things together when his workers threaten to strike. The High School Spring Chorus Concert will be on Friday, May 20 at 7 p.m. 1980’s hits such as “Fame”, Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror”, Tole’s “Africa” and plenty of other great songs will be featured. Solo auditions will be on March 28 and 29. Evening rehearsal will be on Wednesday, May 11 from 8 to 9 p.m. and the in-school rehearsal is scheduled for Thursday, May 19. Many great things are happening within the Big “N” Band, including a trip, Jazz Ensemble competition season, and District Band. Connor Barz participated in the District 10 Band Festival, following a December audition. He is one of 18 French horn players to make it into the ensemble. A senior, he is planning to attend West Chester University as a music education student. The Big “N” Marching Band will be going to Disney World in Orlando, Fla., April 17 – 21. They will travel by air and stay at the All Star Music Resort. The marching band will participate in a parade performance while in Orlando. The trip was paid for in its entirety through fund-raising dollars and Band Parent support. Band Director James Sansome notes that the Big “N” Jazz Ensemble will compete at Boyertown on March 12, Reading April 2, and Freedom April 9. They are also available for community performances, and Sansome can be contacted through e-mail.
The Big “N” Band Spring Concert will be on May 13 at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium, with a variety of music by the Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, and Jazz Ensemble.
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Resident in the 1400 block of Doris Street found a snow blower in her rear yard that did not belong to her. Snow blower was transported to police headquarters for safekeeping. Resident reported harassment by communication. Threats were made from a blocked number by an unknown person. Under investigation. While on patrol, officer observed a vehicle in the 2200 block of Beil Alley had been vandalized with spray paint. There was white paint on the hood, front passenger side corner panel, driver’s side front and rear door panels and passenger side front door panel.
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Resident in the 1500 block of Lincoln Avenue reported that his snow blower was stolen from the rear of his pickup truck sometime overnight. He was advised of the item that had been recovered, and came to headquarters to identify same. Police responded to Redner’s Warehouse Markets for a retail theft. Female subject was observed placing several items in a large purse, and going through checkout without paying for same. Total was approximately $56. All items were recovered. W/F, 44 yoa of Coplay, was issued a summary citation.
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Begin your celebration of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War on Sunday, March 6 at a Community Concert featuring music of the Civil War era. Held at the Nazareth High School Auditorium beginning at 3 p.m., the concert features the world-famous Allentown Band and the Nazareth Community Band, with special guest Ron Meixsell. Tickets are $10, and are available at the Whitefield House Museum in Nazareth, the Memorial Library of Nazareth, from any Nazareth
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Jr. Conservation School at Bushkill Twsp. 4-H Center The Northampton County Junior Conservation School staff, at its monthly meeting Friday night in the East Bath Rod & Gun Club, reviewed the tentative schedule for this year’s school, and discussed fund-raising activities, and began the effort to get up to 35 students ages 14 to 17 enrolled. The 30th annual school Rotarian, or at the door. The concert is presented by the Nazareth Rotary Club, and proceeds benefit Nazareth community organizations. Before the concert, ticketholders will receive free admission to the Whitefield House Museum (214 E. Center St., Nazareth) from 1-3 p.m. on March 6 to see their new exhibit, United by God, Divided by Man: The Moravian Struggle during the American Civil War.
will again take place at the Northampton County 4-H Center in Bushkill Township from Sunday, July 17 through Sunday, July 24. The center is where the students will be located for the week, have most of their meals and sleep there, and listen to lectures, but they will go by bus to outside locations for hands-on experiences that will broaden their learning about the environment. Many of the students over the years have gone on to college and careers in fields associated with the type of education presented at this school. The fee for students is $75.00 for the week. Another $175 is paid to sponsor each student, either by parents or by an organization such as local rod and gun clubs or the Lions club. The school recently purchased a large trailer for stor-
age of their equipment. It will include shelving. A budget for the year also needs approval by the Northampton County Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs. At a recent meeting approval was given to start a memorial scholarship in memory of the late Bill Washburn and Bruce McDougall, two persons who strongly participated in making the school a success each year. For more information about the Northampton County Junior Conservation School, or to request an application form, phone NCJCS Director Andrew Curtis at 215-6790259 or 484-368-1665, e-mail him at acurtis@ncjcs.org. The school’s website is ncjcs.org and the mailing address is P.O. Box 261, Bath, PA 18014.
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Sun – 8/10:45am Traditional Worship; 9:30am Contemporary Worship; 9:20am Sun School FAITH REFORMED, 4394 Mountain View Drive, Rt. 946, Lehigh Twsp. Sun - worship 10 am. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, 1335 Old Carriage Rd., Northampton Sun – 8/10:45am Holy Communion, 9:30am Alt.Worship & Sunday School GOD'S MISSIONARY CHURCH, 4965 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. Sun – 9:30am Sun School; 10:30am & 7pm Service; Wed – 7:30pm Service GOSPEL CHAPEL, 2022 Main Street, Northampton Sun morning Worship Services 9am & 10:45am GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 404 E. Mountain Rd, Pen Argyl Sun –Service, 8:30am & 9:45am GREAT SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, Star Grange, Rte 512, Moorestown. Sun, Fellowship, 9:45am; Worship, 10:15am HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, 696 Johnson Rd., Nazareth. Sun Worship 8am/9:30am/10:30am Church School 9:15am HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Forest Drive and W. Center St, Nazareth Sun – 7am/9am/11am Mass HOLY TRINITY SLOVAK LUTHERAN, 1370 Washington Ave., Northampton Sun Worship - 9am; Sun school, 9am HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH 4131 Lehigh dr., Cherryville Sun Worship – 8am, 10:30am Sun school 9:15am NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, P.O. Box 315 Nazareth PA 610-7593163 Sun- Worship 8:30am/10:45am, Sun School 9:30am NORTHAMPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 3449 Cherryville Road Northampton Sun – 10:45am & 6pm Worship; 9:30am Sun School; Wed – 7:30pm Worship SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Washington St., Bath. Sat Vigil– 4:30pm/6pm Mass, Sun Masses: 6:45/8/9:30/11am; child care during 9:30am Mass; Mon– Thurs 8am Mass; Fri – 8:30am Mass Morning Prayer Mon-Thurs 7:30am Fri.
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8:00am. SALEM U.C.C., 2218 Community Dr., Bath. Sun – Worship 8am/10:15am Sun school -9am SALEM UNITED METHODIST, 1067 Blue Mt. Dr., Danielsville. Sun – Worship 9:30am in Fellowship Hall ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL 310 Madison Ave. Nazareth Sun –Sun School 9:45am, Holy Eucharist 10am ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, E. Main St., Bath. Sun 8am Holy Communion, 9am Sun School, 10:15am Worship ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., 22 Atlas Rd., Northampton. Sun – 8/10:15am Worship, 9am Sun School ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., 183 S. Broad St., Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun – 8/10:45am Worship; 9:30am Christian ED ST. NICHOLAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, Route 946 and Oak Rd, (Berlinsville) Walnutport. 610-7673107 Sun Masses at 8/9:30/11am and Sat evening at 4:30pm Daily Mass at 8:30am ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., 19th & Lincoln Ave., Northampton. Sun school, 9am; Worship service, 10:15am ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indian land, 787 Almond Rd., Cherryville. Sun - Adult and youth Sunday school, 9am; Worship, 10:15am ST. PETER’S U.C.C., 8142 Valley View Rd, Northampton (Seemsville). Sun –Worship 10:15am Sun School 9am VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, 2870 Pheasant Dr., Northampton (Rt. 248). Sun - Bible study, 9:30am; Morning worship, 10:45am WALNUTPORT SEVENTH-day ADVENTIST, 227 Willow Rd. (and Route 145) Sat – 9:30am Worship, - 10:45am Sabbath School ZION'S STONE U.C.C., 51 Church Rd., Kreidersville. Sun-10:15 Worship, 9am – Sunday School ZION WESLEYAN, 2459 E. Scenic Dr., Pt. Phillip. Sun School 9am; Worship 10:15am * Please send Church Worship and Sunday School Entries and Updates to editorial@HomeNewsPA.com. Church Directory is a free listing of area Churches in alphabetical order and includes: Services, Sunday school and Bible Study regular schedules. Please call the office for directions or more information.
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Feb. 24-Mar. 2, 2011 11 any issuing agent or through the agency’s website. Roe cautioned that those who plan to purchase the second spring gobbler tag through the agency’s website should expect to wait seven to 10 days for shipping, depending on the volume of other online purchases. “Prior to the implementation of PALS, hunters had to wait until Jan. 1 before submitting a license application for the second spring gobbler tag, and then wait for the agency to mail the license back to them,” Roe said. “The old process was necessary to enable the agency to spread out the administrative workload of processing and handling licenses for the fall hunting seasons. “However, thanks to PALS, hunters can now purchase the second spring gobbler tag at any issuing agent and walk out of the store with the license in hand, or they can purchase it online and wait for it to be mailed to them within 10 days.” Roe noted that all general hunting license holders are able to take one spring gobbler as part of their general hunting privileges; the second spring gobbler tag license affords those hunters interested in this additional opportunity to take a second spring gobbler. Hunters may only purchase one second spring gobbler license during a license year, as the season limit remains two spring gobblers, and the daily harvest is one bird per day. “So, if you are looking for that application in your diContinued on page 16
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Obituaries Barbara J. Jurinko
Jan. 23, 1941 – Feb. 14, 2010 Barbara J. Jarinko, 70, of Bushkill Township died Monday, Feb. 14 at home after a long battle with cancer. She was the wife of the late John J. Jurinko, Jr., who died in 2005. A 1959 graduate of Milford (Conn.) High School, she worked in the bakery as a baker for the former Laneco for 15 years before retiring in 2001. Previously, she worked in the garment industry as a sewing machine operator at the former Carriage House Blouse Mill in Newburg. After retiring, she worked parttime for Cherrydale Farms, Allentown. Born Jan. 23, 1941 in Milford, Conn., she was a daughter of the late Louis Krasenics and Ada (Ettinger) KrasenicsKahonovich. She was an active member of Salem U.C.C. Church, Moorestown, where she was a Sunday school teacher for many years. She served as a volunteer on the Bushkill Township Special Fire Police, and was active for many years in the Women’s Thursday Night Bowling League at Blue Valley Lanes, Wind Gap. Surviving are two daughters, Rebecca Rodger of Mayville, Mich. and Christie Sue Deily, with whom she resided; a son, Michael S. Jarinko, of Nazareth; a brother, Richard Krasenics, of West Townsend, Mass.; a step-sister, Elaine Rutt, of Wind Gap; five grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; many nieces and nephews, and c lose family friend, Robert MacNeal, of Lehighton. She was preceded in death by her late husband, John; her first husband, Leslie Chamberlain, who was killed in combat in the Vietnam War, ad two brothers, Louis, Jr. and David Krasenics. Services were held last Thursday morning in the Geo. G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown, followed by interment in Fairview Cemetery, Moorestown.
Memorial donations in her name may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3893 Adler Place, Suite 170, Bethlehem, PA 118017.
Lucy Kochenash
June 14, 1914 – Feb. 14, 2011 Lucy Kochenash, 96, of Bethlehem and a former Bath resident, died Monday, Feb. 14, 2011 in St. Luke’s Hospital, Fountain Hill. She was the wife of the late Milton Kochenash. They were formerly with the Bath Hotel. She was a member of Assumption of the Virgin Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Northampton. Born June 14, 1914 in Northampton, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Anna (Boychak) Fanok. Surviving are a daughter, Marjorie K. Martin of Bethlehem; a son, Daniel M., of Vestal, N.Y.’ three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A Parasta and a Panahita were held at the Schisler Funeral Home in Northampton, followed by a burial service on Friday and interment in Assumption of Virgin Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Cemetery, Northampton. Donations may be made to the church memorial fund, c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
Violet M. Thiessen
Jan. 9, 1925 – Feb. 15, 2011 Violet M. Thiessen, 86, of Lower Nazareth Township died Tuesday, Feb. 15 in Blough Health Care Center, Bethlehem. She was the wife of Robert C. Thiessen. She was a Girl Scout and Girl Scout leader, receiving the Evergreen Award for her lifetime membership and service. Born Jan. 9, 1925 in Nailsea, England, she was a daughter of the late Francis and Flora Evelyn (Cutler) Summerell. She was a member of St. Brigid Episcopal Church, Nazareth.
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In addition to her husband, she is survived by three daughters, Carolyn Jones of Lubbock, Texas, Elizabeth Favorito and Patricia Bader, both of Lower Nazareth Township; a son, John, of South Bound Brook, N.J.; a brother, Dennis Summerell, of Tickenham, England; 13 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were three brothers, John, William and James Summerell, and a sister, Vera Baker. Services were on Saturday afternoon in St. Brigid Episcopal Church, Nazareth, with arrangements made by the Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth. Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, 3893 Adler Place, Suite 170, Bethlehem, PA 18017 or to Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania, P.O. Box 309, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444.
Gertrude E. Lapp Gertrude E. (Hettler) Lapp, 88, formerly of Snow Hill Rd., Northampton (Allen Township), died Monday, Feb. 14, 2011 in Village at Palmerton. She was the wife of the late Warren F. Lapp, Sr., who died in 1991. She was a furnace operator at the former Western Electric Corp., Allentown, for more than 26 years, retiring in 1978. Born in Long Run, Franklin Township, Carbon County, she was a daughter of the late Ira A. and Katie C. (Grow) Hettler. She had attended Emmanuel’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Emanuelsville, Moore Township, and was a member of the Pioneer’s Electrical Manufacturing Association, Allentown. Surviving are three daughters, Warnetta N. Bachman of Walnutport, Edith A. Meixsell of Germansville, and Eileen Kalavoda of Whitehall Township; nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson. Preceding her in death were a daughter, Pearl, in 1941; a son, Pfc. Warren F., Jr. in 1967, and 13 sisters and brothers. Services were held on Saturday morning in the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, with interment in Mountain View Cemetery, Emanuels-
Richard M. Koiro June 30, 1949 – February 20, 2011
Richard (Ricky) Koiro, 61, of Northampton died Sunday Feb. 20, 2011 in St. Luke’s Hospital Bethlehem. He was the house mate of 2 long time friends and loved by many caregivers over the past 25 years. Ricky was born in Wilkes Barre, PA in 1949 along with a twin brother, Robert of Easton. He was the son of Robert and Catherine Koiro of Wilkes Barre. He will be remembered and missed by his “family” of Stepby-Step employees and friends. Services were held on Wednesday at St. Ignatius Church in Wilkes Barre. Ricky’s playful spirit and Joyful heart will truly be remember by every hand he shook and every life he touched.
ville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Allen Township Vol. Fire Co., 3530 Howertown Rd., Northampton, PA 18067.
Louise E. Miller Louise E. Miller, 91, formerly of Hokendauqua, died Wednesday, Feb. 16 in Sacred Heart Assisted Living, Northampton. She was the wife of the late Sterling N. Miller, who died in 2003. She worked as a retail clerk for Coplay Discount Store for 20 years, and later for the former Hess’s North Dept. Store in Whitehall Township, retiring in 1981. Born in Bath, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Mabel B. (Flory) PiperKoch-Buss. She was a member of St. John’s Evan. Lutheran Church, Coplay, and Rose Croix Chapter #235, Order of Eastern Star, Northampton. Surviving are three sons, Ronald S. of Santa Maria, Calif., Dr. Jeffrey A. of Hummelstown, and Rev. Carey L. of Allentown; and six grandchildren. Funeral services were on Monday morning in St. John’s Lutheran Church, Coplay, preceded by an O.E.S. service. Burial was in Coplay Cemetery. Arrangements were by the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton. Contributions may be made to the church memorial fund and Sacred Heart Assisted Living.
Jay R. Arnold Jay R. Arnold, 71, of Drexel Heights, Northampton (Allen Township), died Saturday morning, Feb. 19, 2011 in Moravian Village of Bethlehem. He was the husband of Carol J. (Salter) Arnold. A 1958 graduate of Whitehall High School, he worked in the wastewater treatment department of Lucent Technologies Corp., Allentown, for more than 37 years, retiring in 1995. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Jay D. and Mildred M. (Goedecke) Arnold. He was a member of St. John’s Evan. Lutheran Church, Coplay, and served in the U.S. Army Reserve, Vietnam era, achieving the rank of Spec.-5. He was a member of the Telephone Pioneers Assn., Allentown. His Masonic affiliations were Emmaus Lodge #792, F.
& A.M.; Lodge Council Chapter Consistory,Valley of Allentown; Rajah Temple Shrine, Reading; Jordan Royal Arch Chapter #203, Allentown. He was also a former member of Beceant Commandery, Allentown, and Hillbilly Degree Clan #9, Allentown. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Kristen J. Remaley of Allentown and Kimberly J. Bourger of Northampton; three sisters, Jane Ramer, Nancy Pavlovic and Joanne Leitgeb, all of Allentown; a brother, Alvin J., of Orlando, Fla.; two grandsons and a grandson on the way in April; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were a sister, Jacqueline, and a brother, Wayne. Services were this (Thursday) morning in the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, with Masonic services held at the viewing on Wednesday. Entombment with military honors was held today in the Cedar Hill Memorial Park Mausoleum, Hanover Township. Contributions may be made to the kitchen renovation fund of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Coplay.
Phyllis A. Schoenack
Nov. 1, 1945 – Feb. 20, 2011 Phylllis A. Schoenack, 65, of Bath, died Sunday, Feb. 20 in her residence, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of John P. Schoenack. Born on Nov. 1, 1945 in Jersey City, N.J., she was the daughter of the late Vincent James and Dorothy (Skinner) Pappalardo. Surviving in addition to her husband, are a daughter, Nicole Cordero; a son, James Cenna; two brothers, Neil and John Pappalardo; and five grandchildren. Services are private at the convenience of the family, with arrangements made by the Bartholomew Funeral Home, Bath.
Earl Hank, Jr.
Dec. 31, 1927 – Feb. 14, 2011 Earl Hank, Jr., 83, of Plainfield Township died Monday, Feb. 14 in the VNA Hospice House of St. Luke’s in Lower Saucon Township. He was the husband of the late Marilyn J. (Arcury) Hank, who died in December 2010. A 1945 graduate of Easton
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High School, he later graduated from East Stroudsburg University and attended Lincoln Technical Institute, where he earned a certificate in electronics. He served in the Army during World War II. Prior to retiring in the 1980’s, he had a distinguished career in law enforcement, serving as a police officer for Palmer Township. During his more than 25 years with that department, he was instrumental in leading the development of Palmer Township’s K-9 unit. Born Dec. 31, 1945 in Easton, he was a son of the late Earl, Sr. and Margaret (Frawley) Hank. Surviving are a daughter, Celia l. Hoffman of Bushkill Township; a son, Earl R. Hank, of Chambersburg; a brother, Thomas, of Phil-
THE HOME NEWS adelphia; four grandchildren; three greatgrandchildren; three nieces and two nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, George. A memorial service in celebration of his life was held this (Thursday) morning in the Geo. G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown, followed by burial with military honors in Northampton Memorial Shrine Cemetery, Palmer Township. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 212 E. Broad St., Bethlehem, PA 18018.
Philip Daniel Odenwelder Baby boy Phillip Daniel Odenwelder died shortly after his birth on Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2011 in Lehigh Valley HospitalCedar Crest, Salisbury Township. He was the son of Mary L. (Farkas) Gulich and Christopher A. Odenwelder. Surviving in addition to his parents are paternal grandfather, Dennis P. and wife Brigitte Odenwelder; paternal grandmother, Constance (Farnham) Stern and husband Michael; maternal grandfather, Daniel Farkas mnd wife Maria; maternal grandmother, Jean (Markulics) Farkas; a brother, Corey Gulich; four sisters, Emily and Elizabeth Gulich, Samantha Rose Mellon, and Elaina Rehrig; two aunts, Jessica Klotz and Diane Spohn and husband Donald; uncle David Farkas and wife Dorothy. A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the
family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are by the Geo. G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Contributions may be made to the family, c/o the funeral home at 2165 Community Drt., Bath, PA 18014.
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fies argument. I would venture to say there are pieces of equipment in this (township) building leased by the township and owned by an outside company.” MetroTek’s chief operating officer, Reiner Jaeckle, in conversation with his engineer, Robert Toeder while awaiting the ZHB’s decision, called the hearing a “hurdle” that has to be dealt with, and then they can move forward. He believes that it is new technology that is troubling governmental bodies. Spadoni said they will await the written decision within 45 days, review and evaluate it, and then appeal. They’ll have 30 days to appeal the issue in Northampton County Court. Elements of the agreement that would provide a cost savings to the school district in electricity over the next 20 years have previously been detailed. Solar panels have also been proposed for the Moore Elementary School, but no presentation has been made as yet by MetroTek or the school district to either the Moore Twsp. Board of Supervisors or Zoning Officer Jason Harhart.
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is denied and the student is out the money. Companies may claim that their information is simply not available anywhere else. However, much of the information they use can be accessed for free. PHEAA’s EducationPlanner.org offers a free scholarship database. Some organizations persuade students and their families to send them money to “hold” an award, claiming that students are finalists in a scholarship contest. However, scholarships are only awarded based on a student’s application. Organizations that have official sounding names, fancy seals, and a Washington, D.C., mailing address can give families the impression the organization is affiliated with or endorsed by the federal government, when, in fact, no association exists. Free scholarship or “financial planning” seminars can frequently end with a sales pitch to “act now or lose out on this opportunity” for a fee. Any legitimate organization or entity will not use pressure or scare tactics. Students interested in applying for scholarships and other financial aid should contact their school counselor for assistance in identifying local awards. A variety of scholarships, including merit, scholastic and special talent awards, are available to students. Families are encouraged to report suspected scams by contacting the Federal Trade Commission at FTC.gov or by calling 1-877-FTC-HELP. For more information on student financial aid, visit JulieHarhart.com.
Help Wanted Borough of Nazareth - Highway Superintendent The Borough of Nazareth is seeking a qualified person to serve as its Highway Superintendent. The successful candidate will oversee the maintenance of Borough streets, parks, public buildings, grounds, the Pool and other Borough property as well as vehicle and equipment maintenance. Requirements of the position include the development of paving, road maintenance and equipment replacement programs, storm sewer projects, coordination of seasonal activities like leaf collection and snow plowing and departmental budget preparation. This person will supervise 7 staff members and 3 seasonal employees. The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of practices and procedures related to road and street construction and maintenance, knowledge of equipment and safety precautions when working on public streets as well as regulations and requirements applicable to municipal public works operations. The ability to plan, schedule and supervise the work of others as well as exercise independent judgment and discretion is essential. Other requirements include some skills in spread sheets, word processing, E-mail and the Internet, along with problem solving skills and the ability to work with surrounding units of government. This position requires that the Superintendent be on call 24/7 (excluding vacations). Applicants should be computer literate, possess excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to prepare and administer a budget. A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in public works administration and/or supervision is preferred. Salary will be competitive and based upon qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will receive a complete benefit package. Completed applications, resumes and letters of interest will be received by the Borough Clerk during business hours, 8:30 am till 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, at the Nazareth Borough Muncipal Building, 134 South Main Street Nazareth, PA 18064. The deadline for completed applications is 4:30 pm, March 18, 2011. Blank applications in pdf. form can also be taken off the Borough website at www.nazarethborough.com. but must be delivered in person upon completion to insure receipt registry. Michael Kopach Highway Chairman Borough of Nazareth
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PUblic notice-Legal ESTATE NOTICE Violet G. Osman Estate of Violet G. Osmun, late of the Township of Bushkill, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Nancy Ann Osmun Everswick, Executrix of the Estate of Violet G. Osmun. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to Nancy Ann Osmun Everswick c/o Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Dally, LLP 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 2/10-2/24 ESTATE NOTICE John G. Bruch The Estate of John G. Bruch, deceased, of the Township of Bushkill, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the above Estate were granted to William Keenhold, Executor, on February 1, 2011. All persons indebted to the Estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claim or demand are to present the same without delay to William Keenhold, in care of GREGORY R. REED, Attorney-at-Law, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299, Nazareth, PA 18064-0299. 2/17-3/3 PUBLIC NOTICE East Allen Township ZHB 2010-06 The Zoning Hearing Board of East Allen Township will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, March 15, 2011 at 7:00 p.m., at the Municipal Building located at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton, PA 18067, to act on the following request: The Applicants, Madelyn Kemp, Peggy Moser and Myrtle Schwartz, residents of East Allen Township, Northampton, PA, are appealing the validity of the enactment of Ordinance 201003 of the East Allen Township Zoning Ordinance and/or any other section therein pertaining to redistricting of zoning districts in East Allen Township. Any interested party is welcome to attend and will have an opportunity to be heard. East Allen Township Assistant Zoning Officer Bettina Serfass (2/24-3/3) LEGAL NOTICE Borough of Nazareth Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Borough of Nazareth intends to adopt the following Ordinance at its regularly scheduled monthly meeting to be held on March 7, 2011, at 7:00 P.M., E.S.T., at Nazareth Municipal Building, West Center and Church Streets, Nazareth, Pennsylvania. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 15, MOTOR VEHICLES, PART 2, TRAFFIC REGULATIONS, SECTION 205, ONE-WAY STREETS ESTABLISHED, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF NAZARETH, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA. BE IT ORDAINED AND EN-
ACTED by the Borough of Nazareth, in Borough Council assembled, and it is hereby ordained and enacted by the authority of the same, that Chapter 15, Motor Vehicles, Part 2, Traffic Regulations, Section 205, One-Way Streets Established, of the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, is hereby amended to add the following: §205. One-Way Streets Established. 1. The following are established as one-way streets, and it shall be unlawful for any person to drive a vehicle on any one-way street other than in the direction established for traffic on that street: Street From To Direction of Travel Meeser St. Broad St. Spruce St. West Copies of the complete Ordinance are available at the Borough Office, 134 South Main Street, Nazareth, Pennsylvania. Paul A. Kokolus, Secretary Alfred S. Pierce, Solicitor 2/24 LEGAL NOTICE Borough of Nazareth Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Borough of Nazareth intends to adopt the following Ordinance at its regularly scheduled monthly meeting to be held on March 7, 2011, at 7:00 P.M., E.S.T., at Nazareth Municipal Building, West Chester and Church Streets, Nazareth, Pennsylvania. AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF NAZARETH, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA DEFINING AND REGULATING NOISE. BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Borough of Nazareth, in the Borough Council assembled, and it is hereby ordained and enacted by the authority of the same that Chapter 10, Health and Safety, is hereby amended to add Part 4 as follows: Part 4 Noise Ordinance Section 401:Title. This ordinance shall be known and may be cited as the Borough of Nazareth Noise Ordinance. Section 402: Purpose and Scope. The purpose of this ordinance is to ensure that public health, safety and welfare shall not be abridged by the making and creating of noise pollution or of public nuisances from disturbing, excessive or offensive noises in the Borough. The residents of the Borough recognize that uncontrolled noise represents a danger to the health and welfare of their neighbors and that each person in the community is entitled to live in an environment in which the level of impulsive or amplified noise is minimized for the community good. It is the purpose and scope of this ordinance to provide regulations defining the maximum sound levels that appliances, equipment, instruments, and vehicles shall be allowed to produce at specified distances from these devices, and also to provide for the prohibition of other kinds of offensive noises. These regulations and prohibitions are intended to protect the physical, mental and social well-being of the residents of the Borough. Section 403:Definitions. The following words and phrases, when used in this ordinance, shall have, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the meaning given to them in this Section. All acoustical terminology shall be interpreted in accordance with that contained in ANSI S1.1, “Acoustical Terminology.” All other words and
phrases not defined herein shall be used with a meaning of standard usage. a) ANSI. – American National Standards Institute or its successors. b) Borough. – The Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania. c) Decibel (dB). – A unit of sound level which is a division of a logarithmic scale used to express the ratio of the sound pressure of the source to the pressure of an arbitrarily chosen reference pressure; the ratio is expressed on the decibel scale by multiplying its base 10 logarithm by 20. d) Night Time. – 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. the following day. e) Noise. – Any sound emitted by a person, animal, appliance, equipment, instrument or other device. f) Noise Disturbance. – Any noise which: (1) endangers or injures the safety or health of humans or animals, (2) annoys or disturbs a reasonable person of normal sensitivities, (3) jeopardizes the value of property or erodes the integrity of the environment, or (4) is in excess of the allowable noise level established in Section 5 of this ordinance. g) Noise Level. – The sound pressure level obtained by the use of a sound level meter and frequency weighting network, such as A, B, or C, as specified in ANSI specifications for sound level meters. The specific weighting network used must be indicated by the proper notation. If the “A” weighting is employed, the sound p r e s s u r e level is identified as dB(A). If the frequency weighting is not indicated, the “A” weighting shall apply. h)Person. – Includes any individual, firm, association, organization, partnership, trust, corporation or any other similar entity. i) Sound Level. – See noise level. j) Sound Level Meter. – An instrument or combination of instruments which meets or exceeds the requirements for an ANSI Type S1A or S2A Sound Level Meter. k) Zoning Districts. – Those districts as set forth on the Zoning Map of the Borough. Section 404: Noises Prohibited. a) General Prohibitions. It shall be unlawful for any person to create or allow the creation of a noise disturbance within the limits of the Borough, except as provided in this ordinance. All such disturbances are declared public nuisances. b) Specific Prohibitions. The following are specifically prohibited, except as otherwise provided for in this ordinance. (1) Radios, television sets, musical instruments, computergenerated sound and similar devices as follows: (a) Operating or permitting the use of operation of any musical instrument (computer-generated or otherwise), radio, television or other device for the production or reproduction of sound, in such a manner as to cause a noise disturbance. (b) Operating any such device at Night Time in such a manner as to be audible across real property boundaries or through partitions common to two parties within a building, or plainly audible at fifty (50) feet from such device when operated within a motor vehicle on a public rightof-way or in a public space. (2) Loudspeakers/Sound Amplifiers. Operating or permitting the use of operation of any loudspeaker, sound amplifier or any similar device, in such a manner
as to cause a noise disturbance. (3) Street Sales. Selling anything by shouting or by outcry except by permit. (4) Loading Operations. Loading, unloading, opening or otherwise handling boxes, crates, containers or similar objects at Night Time in such a manner as to create a noise disturbance within a residential district, except during an emergency. (5) Construction Noise. Operating or causing to be operated any equipment used in commercial construction, repair, alteration or demolition work on buildings, structures, streets, alleys or appurtenances thereto in the following manner: (a) With sound control devices which have been tampered with; (b) In violation of any regulation of the United States Environmental Protection Agency; or (c) At Night Time on weekdays and Saturdays or at any time on Sundays or legal holidays which creates a noise disturbance, unless otherwise exempted in this ordinance, or by an act of the Borough Council. (6) Explosives, Firearms or Similar Devices. The use or firing of explosives, firearms, or similar devices which create a noise disturbance. (7) Yelling, Shouting, and Whistling. Yelling, shouting, whistling, singing or generally, any sound emitted by a person that creates a noise disturbance at Night Time. (8) Power Equipment. Operating or causing to be operated, any power saw, sander, drill, grinder, garden equipment or tools of a similar nature, outdoors in residential districts at Night Time, in such a manner as to create a noise disturbance. (9) Animals. Possessing, harboring or keeping any animal or bird which makes any noise continuously and/or persistently for a period of fifteen (15) minutes or more, or makes such noise intermittently for a period of thirty (30) minutes or more, in such a manner as to create a noise disturbance. (10) Horns and Signaling Devices. Operating or causing to be operated, any horn or signaling device at Night Time, except in the case of emergency situations. Section 405: Maximum Noise Levels. No person shall create or permit to be created noise which exceeds the noise levels as indicated for the following zoning districts when measured witha sound level meter at or beyond the property line of the noise source: a) R-10, R-7, and R-5 zoning districts – 62 dB(A), b) GC, IC, LI, and EI zoning districts – 90 dB(A). Section 406: Exceptions. Noise emitted from the following sources shall be exempt from the noise regulations specified herein: a) All safety signals and warning devices (e.g. stationary emergency signal devices, intrusion alarms, back-up alarms on trucks, police/fire/ambulance sirens) or any other device used to alert persons to an emergency or used during the conduct of emergency work. b) The provision, repair and maintenance of municipal facilities, services or public utilities. c) Bells, chimes or carillons used for religious purposes or in conjunction with national celebrations or public holidays; existing bells, chimes and carillons that are currently in use for any purpose. d)All activities in the EI (Extractive Industrial) zoning district reasonably related to the limestone quarrying and cement producing industrial processes. Any “blasting” performed in relation to these industrial processes shall be performed in accordance with a permit issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, the Borough, or any other governmental agency having jurisdiction. Such “blasting” shall occur between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, unless specifically authorized at a different time by the appropriate permit. e) Appliances, lawn and garden equipment or household power tools in use between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 10:00
p.m., provided such are operated within the manufacturer’s specifications and with all standard noise reducing equipment in use, unmodified and in proper operating condition. f) Snow removal equipmentoperated within twenty-four (24) hours after a measurable snowfall, and operated within the manufacturer’s specifications and with all standard noise reducing equipment in use, unmodified and in proper operating condition. g) Heavy construction equipment when being used for a relatively short period of time on a specific short term project (e.g. constructing a building; constructing, repairing or cleaning a road; drilling a well; and other similar short term, specific construction, demolition or repair projects) in use between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., for the duration of such short term, specific project; provided such equipment is operated withinthe manufacturer’s specifications and with all standard noise reducing equipment in use, unmodified and in proper operating condition. h) Air conditioners, fans, heating units and similar devices provided such are operated within the manufacturer’s specifications and reasonable measures are taken to reduce noise levels as approved by the Borough. i) Airplanes, helicopters and normal activities of properly licensed airports. j) Musical, recreational and athletic events conducted by schools or the Borough including such outdoor practices as may be necessary in preparation for such events. k) Activities permitted by special waiver, as provided herein, and activities conducted in accordance with special activity permits for the use of public property or the public rights-of-way, approved by the Borough Council. Section 407: Enforcement and Penalties.Any noise in violation of this ordinance ishereby declared a public nuisance and may be abated by administrative proceedings, fines and penalties herein provided. Nothing in this ordinance shall be construed to impair any cause of action or legal remedythereof, of any person or the public for injury or damage arising from the emission or release intothe atmosphere or ground from any source whatever of noise on such place or manner, or at suchlevels which may give rise to such cause of action. a) Procedure. If, in the enforcement of this ordinance, it is determined that a noisedisturbance exists, a written warning or a citation may be issued. Any warning shall be in effectfor 120 days. If within the 120 days another violation occurs, a citation shall be issued. Acitation shall be issued for each subsequent violation that occurs during the 120-day period. b) dB(A) Measurement and Test Procedures.When required to be measured, dB(A) levels shall be measured by conventional sound level meters on slow response. c) Penalties. Any person found guilty of violating provisions of this ordinance, shall befined not less than $100.00 nor more than $600.00 for the first offense, and not less than $200.00nor more than $600.00 for the second offense, and not less than $300.00 nor more than $600.00for the third offense and not less than $400.00 nor more than $600.00 for the fourth andsubsequent offenses in any 120-day period and, upon failure to pay such fine, shall be sentencedto jail for a term not to exceed 30 days for each offense. A separate and distinct offense shall be committed each day that a violation of the terms ofthis ordinance continues to exist. Section 408: Administration. The provisions of this ordinance shall be enforced by Borough Code Enforcement Officer, Police Officers and others designated by the Borough Council. Section 409:Special Waivers.A temporary waiver from strict compliance with the noise standards specified herein may be granted to persons for emergencies, as determined by the Borough Council, to protect
health and safety or to comply with other lawful rules, regulationsand ordinances. Section 410: Relationship with Other Restrictions. The provisions of this ordinance are not intended to interfere with, abrogate or annul other rules, regulations or ordinances, including Title 18 (Crimes Code) and Title 75 (Vehicle Code), Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes. If more stringent requirements concerning noise abatement are contained in the other rules,regulations or ordinances, the more stringent regulation shall apply. Section 411: Severability. If any sentence, clause, section or part of this ordinance is for any reason found to be unconstitutional, illegal or invalid, such unconstitutionality, illegality or invalidity shall not effect or impair any of the remaining provisions, sentences, clauses, sections or parts of this ordinance, it is hereby declared the intent of the Borough Council that this ordinance would have been adopted had the unconstitutional, illegal or invalid sentence, clause, section or part thereof not been included therein. Section 412: Repealer. All ordinances or parts of ordinances which are inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed. The following ordinances or parts thereof the Borough of Nazareth Code of Ordinances arehereby specifically repealed: -- Chapter 2, Part 3 (Animal Noise Control) as originally enacted April 6, 1998 by Ordinance No. 646. -- Chapter 13, Part 2 (Amplification of Sound) as originally enacted July 3, 1967 by Ordinance No. 374 and all subsequent amendments thereto. -- Chapter 27, Part 5, Section 504(4) (Performance Standards – Noise) as originally enacted June 6, 1988 by Ordinance Number 561. Section 413: Effective Date. This ordinance shall be effective within five (5) days after adoption by the Borough Council and approval by the Mayor. Copies of the complete Ordinance are available at the Borough Office, 134 South Main Street, Nazareth, Pennsylvania. Paul A. Kokolus, Secretary Alfred S. Pierce, Solicitor 2/24 NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING MARCH 10, 2011 The Northampton Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold its public meeting on Thursday, March 10, 2011, in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, at 7:00 P.M. to review the following appeals: 1. Joseph Billy, 235 East 19th Street, Northampton, Pennsylvania, for the property located at 235 East 19th Street, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is identified as Tax Map No. L4SW4B-6-7 and is located in an R-1 Residential District. Mr. Billy would like to erect a two-story addition to the front of the home. A. Page 27-27, Part 4 District Regulations, Section 402.C B. Page 27-122, Schedule II, Bulk and Coverage Controls, R-1 Residential District, Minimum Front Yard 2. Douglas and Craig Miller, 245 Wedgewood Road, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, for the property located at 1685 Newport Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is identified as Tax Map No. L4SW4C-14-17 and is located in an R-2 Residential District. Messrs. Miller would like to subdivide the property into separate ownership parcels of land located under the separate dwelling units. A. Page 27-29, Part 5, Supplementary Regulations, Section 502.1.B B. Page 27/122, Schedule II, Bulk and Coverage Controls. R-2 Residential District, Minimum Yards All interested parties are invited to attend. The applicant must attend. Juliann Edelman Zoning Officer. 2/24-3/3
BATH BOWLING Anthony Still Way Ahead in the East Bath Sportsmen The Anthony team scored a 3.5 to .5 victory over Marshall to preserve a big lead in the East Bath Sportsmen Bowling League. Tops for Anthony were Tony Boronski, 239–633; Adam Anthony, 557, and Gerald Bartholomew, 522. Eddy Jo Marshall, 538, and Tom Hawk, 501. The Weaver team, one of five that had been tied for second, is now alone in that position, winning 4 to 0 over Meixsell, with Mark Moyer hitting 242-214-227–683, and Dave Jacoby, 546. Marty Csencsits, 543; Bob Meixsell, 536, and Armie Fioranelli, 534. Bartholomew is now in third as they won 3 to 1 over Hunsicker, as Chris Hoysan rolled 211-224-230–665; Terry Bartholomew, 254–662; Mike McCollum, 575, and Brian Werkheiser, 569. Paul Hunsicker, 210-235-216–661; Marc Kappauf, 525; Earl McIlroy, 516. Howell fell to fourth as they split 2 to 2 with Flick. Earl Grube, 596; Marty Beal, 555, and substitute Shane Sottosanti, 571. Matt Opdyke, 589; Dave Guest, 584; Ryan Flick, 557. STANDINGS Anthony Weaver Bartholomew Howell Hunsicker Meixsell Marshall Flick
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Old Dairy Strengthens Its Lead in Bath Commercial League Old Dairy won four games over Sunnieside Landscaping and helped build its lead in the Bath Commercial Bowling League as of week 22. Leading Old Dairy were Ed Bernatovich, 223-205-
217–645; Rich Trucksess, 202222–618, and Bill Neidig, 208227–617. Sunnieside: Dustin Heckman, 224-238-265–717, and Ed Heckman, 221–579. Runners-up A&A Auto Stores and the Rice Family both won 3 to 1. A&A tripped Moore Pizza behind Al Davidson, 217-235258–710; Bob Breitfeller, 206239–621; Rich Mutarelli, 214– 594; Scott Bortz, 212–576, and Bob Faustner, 211–564. Pizza: Rollie Meixsell, 232-246–656, and Gerry Eckhart, 204–558. Rice clamped down on Bath Supply with Dale Fye, 224– 596, and Mark Rice, 235–558. Bath Supply had Brent Connolly, 218-278–689; Steve Kerbacher, 212-245–647; Harvey Rissmiller, 221–571; Lester Steigerwalt, 508. Maxx Amusements clipped Southmoore, 3 to 1 with Andy Edelman, 201-248–646; George Hyde, 268–623; Bill Bachman,, 206–581; Russ Hank, 201-203–544; and Randy Frey, 539. Southmoore: Scott Ackerman, 210-238–710 STANDINGS Old Dairy Rice Family A&A Auto Stores Southmoore Maxx Amusements Bath Supply S’side Landscaping Moore Pizza
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G&L Wins Four, Manages To Stay Ahead of Snow in Bath Friday Nighters
G&L won all four games again, but so did Lynn’s Snowplowing as they paced each other in the Bath Legion Friday Nighters League as of Feb. 18. Snowflakes lost in this round, even though winter stays with us. G&L took out Quick Stitch with Ed Reynolds, 230-233210–673; Mike Bower, 569; Ty Pagotto, 557; Terry Koch, 534; Ascott Bower, 516. Quick Stitch: Ryan Cameron, 244189-194–627; Glen Croll, 580;
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Kyle Krywonis, 530; Paul Reaser, 509. Lynn’s Snowplowing plowed under Horlacher’s in four with Lynn Grube, 183192-234–609; Dan Cortright, 591; Herm Petersen, 535; Dave Thompson, 491; Pete Curto, 447. Horlacher’s: Jared Kocher, 572; Jodey Thompson, 489; Jim Schoenberger, 462; Alan Williams, 461. P C Beverage topped Palmer Snowflakes 3 to 1 with Dave Jacoby, 596; Craig Madtes, 570; Ed Musselman, 493; Brandon Jacoby, 468. Snowflakes: Terry Bartholomew, 245-214-266– 725; Mike Swope, 576; Gerald Bartholomew, 559; Jerry Fogel, 508, and Steve Longley, 423. Bensing’s split 2 to 2 with the Bath Legion. Bensing’s: Ryan Buss, 610; Billy Kocher, 567; Arthur Flegler, 533; Franklin Fogel, 496; Ernie Keller, 427. Legion: Marty Beal, 572; Cory Brown, 548; Dave Shaver, 534; Devin Marshall, 531; Eddy-Jo Marshall, 510. 700 Games – Terry Bartholomw, 725. 600 Games – Ryan Cameron, 627; Ed Reynolds, 673; Lynn Grube, 609; Ryan Buss, 610; Terry Koch, 611. STANDINGS G&L Lynn’s Snowplowing Palmer Snowflakes P C Beverage Bensing’s Bath Legion Horlacher’s Quick Stitch
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Team 1 Gains a Bit In Standings of Bath Die Hards League Team 1 shut out Team 6, 4 to 1, and gained a little more ground in the Bath Die Hards Bowling League on Feb. 16. Team 1 had Bobby Kosman with a 493 that did the trick. Michelle Tirrell had 461 for Team 6. Right behind Team 1 is Team 4, which won 3 to 1, as Dawn Mayer had a 530 series, followed by Stefanie Wieand, 503, and Erwin Mayer, 480. Team 3 lost 1 to 3, but had Bob Kosman, 522; Joe Bachman, 457, and Marie Harring, 418. Team 5 also lost 1 to 3, with Rick Deily, 535; Dick Deily, 530, and Jim Stevens, 477. Team 2 won 3 to 1 with Polly Kosman, 462, and BobbyLou Snyder, 438. STANDINGS Team 1 Team 4 Team 3 Team 5 Team 6 Team 2
W 24 22 17 15 9 9
L 8 10 15 17 23 23
Smiles Exactly
The dying man gasped pitifully, “Grant me one last request Julia.” “Of course,” she said softly. “Six months after I die, I want you to marry Sam,” he said. “Sam,” she said in a shocked tone. “But I thought you hated that man.” “Exactly,” he said with his final breath.
THE HOME NEWS
Feb. 24-Mar. 2, 2011
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Police Blotter Colonial Regional Three-Vehicle Accident in Hanover
Colonial Regional Police investigated a three-vehicle accident at 9:03 a.m. Feb. 15 on Stoke Park Rd., Hanover Township. Police said Donna Escott, 77, of 3565 Quincy Lane, Bethlehem, was traveling west on Stoke Park Rd., Chester Bykoski, 63, of 2150 Dogwood Lane, Bethlehem, was headed east on that road. Trevor George, 39, of 1316 Stafore Dr., Bethlehem, was going east on Stoke Park Rd. behind Bykoski. Ms. Escott crossed over the center of the roadway and impacted both Bykoski’s and George’s vehicles. She was injured and transported to St. Luke’s Hospital for evaluation. All vehicles were towed from the scene.
Retail Theft Lands Him in Prison
On Tuesday, Feb. 15 at approximately 12:00 Noon, Northampton County Dispatch advised of a theft in progress from the Wegmans market, located at 5000 Wegmans Dr., Hanover Township. When CRPD Officer Hendershot arrived he saw a man matching the description given being followed by Loss Prevention. Troy Yanchick, 44, of 156 Whitlock St., Exter, Pa. was handcuffed. Loss Prevention told police that they saw Yanchick select a box of black hair dye and conceal it on himself. In searching him, the merchandise was recovered still inside of Yanchick’s jacket. An umbrella, which was offered for sale by Wegmans, was also recovered. The total value of the merchandise was $20.98. Yanchick was arraigned before District Judge James Narlesky, with bail set at $15,000, and he was committed to Northampton County Prison.
Retail Theft by Woman
Colonial Regional Police
Department responded to Kohl’s at about 2:15 p.m. Feb. 15, and were informed that Melissa Diane Dunzik, 28, of 30 E. High St., Bangor, was in custody by store security. Security told police that she took items off the store shelves and attempted to leave without paying for them. Upon further investigation, police learned the items were valued at $145.16. She was cited on the scene and released.
State Police
Theft from Truck
Pa. State Police are investigating the break-in of a truck parked in the driveway of Ercan Yildiran, 51, at 5821 Shows Rd., East Allen Township. Unknown person or persons broke the driver’s side window of the truck with a brick, causing it to shatter. Several items were then taken from the truck, including a .38 revolver. The incident happened at about 6:30 a.m. on Feb. 8. Anyone with information please contact Trooper DiMaggio of Bethlehem PSP at 610-861-2026.
Missiles Propelled
On Feb. 14 between 7:15 and 7:30 p.m., a 28-year-old Whitehall man reported that while traveling in the right lane on Rt. 22 between Rts. 512 and 191, the driver of a truck tractor threw two unknown objects at his car. Anyone with additional information, call the PSP Bethlehem Barracks at 610-861-2026.
Criminal Mischief
An unidentified person damaged the tires of a 65-year-old woman at 4782 Sylvan Drive, East Allen Township, between Feb. 3 and 18 while her car was parked in the driveway.
Harassment Incidents
State Police investigated the report of Ferando Fernandez, 35, striking Christopher Continued on page 16
16 THE HOME NEWS Feb. 24-Mar. 2, 2011 bler Youth Hunt will be held on April 23, and will run from one-half hour before sunrise Continued from page 11 until noon. gest or online to mail in, you won’t find it,” Roe said. “You can just purchase the special spring gobbler license either Continued from page 15 through the Game Commission’s website or visit your lo- David, 36, and James Breezee, cal license issuing agent.” 20, at the Allen House, an asFees set by state law for the sisted living facility at 7220 special license are $21.70 for Beth-Bath Pike, East Allen residents and $41.70 for non- Township, on Feb. 8 at apresidents. For online orders, proximately 1 p.m. Charges there are additional shipping are being perused due to the and handling costs. mental state of the defendant. The 2011 spring gobbler season is set to run from 14-year-old juvenile struck April 30-May 31. The Board 35-year-old Jason Corey West of Game Commissioners ap- of Northampton on the head proved a change to the le- with his hand after being told gal hunting hours. Under several times to stop his disthe change, legal hunting ruptive behavior. The victim hours from the opening day is a staff member and the of the spring gobbler season accused is a resident at Kidthrough the third Saturday speace at 5300 Kidspeace Dr., (April 30-May 14) will retain Orefield. No injuries were the long-standing one-half sustained. hour before sunrise until The juvenile is to be cited noon timeframe. However, for harassment and a citation the remainder of the season was filed in district court. The (May 16-31) will be expanded incident happened on Feb. 16 to run all day, from one-half at 7:15 p.m. hour before sunrise until one-half hour after sunset. Vehicle Theft, Chase Roe noted that the Board “actor(s)” took also extended the traditional a Unknown 1995 Dodge Ram pick-up closing day of the spring sea- from A. J. Trunzo parking son to May 31. This additional lot onthe Rt. 512 south of Bath on recreational hunting is pro- Sunday, 20. between 3:10 vided with minimal impact and 6:30 Feb. p.m. to the resource because disAfter the theft, Moore turbance of hens would be Township Police engaged in less since most hens would a brief pursuit of the vehicle be in the later stages of nest because of an expired incubation when they are less tration sticker displayedregis(Dec. prone to abandon the nest. The one-day Spring Gob- 2010) on the registration YYD-
Turkey Season
Police Blotter
3034. The operator of the vehicle eluded police, who called off the pursuit. Moore Township then contacted the vehicle owner and determined the truck had been stolen, but not reported.
Anyone with information regarding this crime, contact PSP Bethlehem at 610-8612026.
She Did
“How long have they been
married?” “About five years.” “Did she make him a good wife?” “No, but she made him an awfully good husband.”
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