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438 graduate in Northampton Area High School ceremonies By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
Logan, Kerem, Hailey and Heath, 4th grade students at George Wolf hold a poster made by the 4th grade students of 1993. (Story on page 2.) – Home News photo
Moore Twsp. passes law on Use of yard waste facility By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
Moore Township’s Board of Supervisors on June 4 passed an ordinance that restricts the use of their yard waste facility to only Moore residents. The satellite facility at the township building behind the public works garage is for residential purposes. The ordinance establishes a $600 fine for violations by nonresident offenders or contractors who want to get rid of building waste. Brush is acceptable, but no grass clippings. So far they have accepted three loads of brush and provided four loads of compost. This past Saturday, June 8, the township’s Environmental Advisory Council had an electronics recycling collection at the Moore Elementary School. The EAC newsletter on the township was mailed
last week to all township residences. First Regional Compost Authority has its location in East Allen Township and collects brush, and provides compost. Their grinder was recently out of action, but is now back up and running. Other Matters In recreation items, an application has been made for a $92,000 matching grant, but with grant money dwindling Moore Township may get less funding. What is planned is one set of dugouts, providing grilles at the picnic area, an upgrade of trash containers, 70 ft. of fencing, and some road blacktopping. It was noted that if East Allen doesn’t use their grant, Moore may get the full $92,000,m rather than $42,000. June 29 and 30 were approved for a softball tournament, but while the recreation Continued on page 3
Northampton Area High School held its 112th annual commencement exercises on Saturday afternoon at Stabler Arena in Bethlehem. A class of 438 graduates received their diplomas. The arena was packed with parents and siblings, and they were welcomed by senior high school Principal Stephen Seier. NASD Supt. Joseph Kovalchik said it is his third year as superintendent and 45 years in the community. He told the students and the audience that there are good and bad experiences in life, advising the graduates to “Take those experiences and use them to the best of your ability.” With the class he found they had passion, commitment and intelligence, and he urged them to be proud of their family, proud of their accomplishments, proud to be a Northampton graduate, to strive for excellence and perfection, and to always be proud of the Konkrete Kids. Valedictorian Kayla Rajsky said, “Things happen all the time. You can’t avoid change.” She noted that growing up as a child she wondered what high school was like, and had no beliefs or values then. “Through change, I and my fellow graduates have made it here today. It takes a lot of courage to make changes in your life. Life is what you make of it. Nothing in life is guaranteed, for life is full of uncertainties.”
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Salutatorian Darby McCall of Bath told of her path from elementary school to high school, as she made many memories along the way. Citing her play in tennis, she advised her fellow graduates to “enjoy the game”. Reflections on their school years were given by class offi-
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NORTHAMPTON STUDENTS at graduation ceremonies in Stabler Arena. – Home News photo
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The fourth grade students at George Wolf Elementary School opened a time capsule left behind by fourth graders in 1993. The capsule was found in a closet by Ms. Ifkovits and opened last Friday by Mr. Hoenscheid. Upon opening, it was discovered that the original intent was to have the capsule opened in 2018 or 25 years after it was sealed. Inside the tube shaped brown paper wrapped capsule was a cassette tape and posters made by the fourth graders. Each student had taken the time to write his or
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her name on the posters next to his picture in the class photo. They also recorded a short message for the fourth graders of the future on a cassette tape. The students, like Jonathan Fritz stated what they wanted to be when they grew up. Jonathan planned on being a lawyer, married with two kids. Jay Hahn wanted to play football and drive a racecar and Melissa Diefenderfer wanted to be a teacher. Mrs. Martin, retired from George Wolf, was at the opening. And although she was a fourth grade teacher in 1993, she did not remember what was in the time capsule until it was opened.
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oughta sign up as members. We’re old folks. . . . Carl Becker will be bringing his strawberries to the Masonic lodge this Thursday, I hear, and Don Wedde will be serving ‘em up. . . . Maybe Warren Henning will have some when the hearts gang gathers next Bath carnival? It was run for week. Put ‘em on donuts for years by the Bath Firefighters, Clark. . . . So it’s really hard to but it just got too expensive figure out those Phillies this for them to do it anymore, as year. One day they’re up and I get it. The Jaycees usta have then the next they’re down. what they called a “Frolic” At least that Domonic Brown over at Keystone Park years is smackin’ the ball like he ago, but that petered out. I’ll means business. Nice to see never forget the pig roast they the young fella play well . . . tried that didn’t work out very Gotta see how the U.S. Open well, but at least the late John is doing down at the Merion Hader tried. . . . Northampton golf course. Have a Happy Exchange will be having their Father’s Day dads and grancommunity fair come July 10 dads! through 13, and that’s always a fun time. I hear the Bath Lions will be back there running Bingo again this year. . . . My Continued from page 1 sympathies to the family of Sue Hixson, who passed away chairman wanted an increase last week. She was with the in fees, the Supervisors said Lutheran church nursery for the fee should remain as it has a long time. . . .I’m glad this been at $200. Thursday is 6/13 in the year Solicitor David Backenstoe 2013, rather than Friday the suggested a change in the zon13th. That would really be un- ing ordinance, providing a conlucky. . . . The AARP folks from servation easement of one acre over at the Allen Township Fire Co. will be having their picnic over at the Northampton Borough pavilion come next Wednesday, the 19th. They always have a good time, I hear. Reckon maybe me and Elmira
Gab Over the Fence by Pete G. Ossip Now that all the graduations are over, it’s time for the kids to settle down for a summer break before thinking about where they may find work. The way things are today, that won’t be easy, but I reckon if they try hard enough something will come along so they can make a living. Best of luck, graduates!! . . . . The weather was great over Saturday and Sunday, but we had some rain at the beginning of this week. It should be good for the farmers’ crops anyhow. Took notice, the corn stalks are growing and there’s some flowers on the potato plants, and that’s good news. . . .I didn’t get over to the farmers market on Friday for their strawberry festival, and it was raining, so I don’t know how that went. . . . The staff at the paper had some questions for Ye Olde Editor, like what’s up with the smiley face at Wunderler’s Market. I reckon he’ll find out and answer the questions in his next Ask Bill column, Can’t wait for that. . . . Lotta carnivals going on, whatever happened to the
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D.A.R.E. Graduates
Congratulations to the D.A.R.E. essay winners at George Wolf Elelmentary School in Bath: Tanner Beruta, Amanda Kunsman, John Fox, Billy Bachiashvili, Danny Fox, Amber Sabo, McKenna Doyle, Abby Wheeler, Evan Gillette, Madison Reszek, Madison Shehab, Sarah Reszek. Their instructor was Mike from the Colonial Regional Police Department. – Contributed photo
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East Stroudsburg University - Meghan Hoppes graduated magna cum laude from East Stroudsburg University on Saturday, May 18, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology; earning her degree in three years. Meghan was active in her sorority, Sigma Sigma Sigma. Meghan is a graduate of Northampton Area High School class of 2010. Meghan plans to pursue her masters in Rehabilitative Counseling in Georgia and then work with veterans. Elizabethtown College - Kelly Frace of Naza-
reth graduated cum laude from Elizabethtown College on Saturday, May 18, with a bachelor's degree in Communications. Centenary College - Max Hughes from Nazareth graduated from Centenary College with a Bachelor of Science degree at its 138th May Commencement at the John M. Reeves Student Recreation Center recently. Lehigh University - More than 1,800 Lehigh University students were awarded degrees on May 20 during the 145th Spring Commencement ceremonies at Goodman Stadium in Bethlehem. Local graduates include: Michael Bruneio from Bath received a B S In Business & Economics, Stefanie Correll from Bath received a Master of Education, Ryan Yurvati from Bath received a B S In Behavioral Neuroscience, Erik Barthol from Northampton (received a B S In Earth & Environmental Science, David Bastow from Northampton received a Master of Business Admin., Christopher Benko from Northampton received a B S in Chemical Engineering & Bachelor of Arts, Allison Bernecker from Northampton received a Master of Education, William Boyko from Northampton received a B S In Mechanical Engineering, Devin Kline from Northampton received a Master of Education, Kurt Paukovits from Northampton received a B S In Electrical Engineering, Alfred Pierce from Northampton received a Doctor of Philosophy, Roxann Steelman from Northampton received a Master of Arts. University of the Sciences - The following local residents received a degree from University of the Sciences during a bachelor's degree conferment ceremony on Friday, May 17, 2013. Harrison Price of Nazareth, received a bachelor of science in pharmaceutical and healthcare studies degree and now continues on a path towards a doctor of pharmacy degree. Kamil Rudzinski of Nazareth, received a bachelor of science in pharmaceutical and healthcare studies degree and now continues on a path towards a doctor of pharmacy degree.
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GIANT unveils 100% Pa. Produced milk in ‘Dairy Month’
A major Pennsylvania grocery chain is now offering its customers milk produced entirely in Pennsylvania, keeping dollars in local communities and supporting local jobs. GIANT Food Stores, based in Carlisle, Cumberland County, is the first national retailer to qualify its store brand milk as PA Preferred™, meaning 100 percent of the milk is produced in Pennsylvania. “I applaud GIANT for giving customers what they want – fresh, locally produced food,” Lieutenant Governor Jim Cawley said during the milk’s launch at GIANT Food Store in Harrisburg, Dauphin County. “By offering PA Preferred milk, GIANT is helping support farmers and area businesses that produce quality products, while making investments in local economies and keeping Pennsylvania growing,” Cawley said. PA Preferred™ is the official brand of agriculture products made or grown in Pennsylvania. The program’s trademark is a gold checkmark inside a blue keystone that can be found on products year-round at farmers markets, restaurants, food processors, grocery chains, craft breweries and wineries. “Our dairy farm families spend nearly 85 percent of their income close to home and recognize the importance of supplying quality products,” Greig said. “They are making a difference in their communities, and they’re making a difference for Pennsylvania.” The GIANT brand PA Preferred™ milk is available in whole, 2 percent, 1 percent and skim in gallon and quart sizes. The milk is available at 156 retail locations in Pennsylvania and 44 locations in Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia.
“GIANT embraces our commitment to being a responsible retailer by offering our customers the widest selection of locally grown and produced products possible,” Rick Herring, GIANT Food Stores president said. “Now when customers purchase milk in our stores, they can feel good about the role they are playing in helping to keep Pennsylvania agribusiness strong and supporting our local dairy farmers.” Dairy is the largest segment of Pennsylvania’s agriculture industry, with milk contributing $2.3 billion to the state’s economy. More than 7,200 dairy farm families manage 541,000 cows. Pennsylvania produces 1.2 billion gallons, or 5.4 percent, of the nation's total supply of milk annually, ranking fifth nationally in milk production. The Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program and dairy princesses will promote the industry at 90 GIANT Food Stores throughout Pennsylvania during June, which is Dairy Month. “Pennsylvania milk comes from a good place,” said Harold Shaulis, a Somerset County dairy producer and chair of the Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program. “When you drink this milk, you know it was produced by farmers who care for their cows and care about producing healthy, nutritious dairy foods for our friends and neighbors to enjoy.” GIANT offers a variety of PA Preferred™ products, including produce and dry goods and has been twice recognized for its leadership through the first-ever 2006 PA Preferred “Retailer of the Year” and 2008 Excellence in Agriculture Award presented by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. For more information, visit www.PAPreferred.com.
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By CAROL RITTER
I thought it was simple, you order something, they ring it into the machine and you get it. STOP thinking that! I recently went to a coffee shop, I ordered iced regular coffee with cream, I got hot decaf with no cream, I sent it back, I ordered oatmeal with no sugar, I got oatmeal with sugar that looked like wallpaper paste, I sent it back. I ordered an egg sandwich cut in half and I got one whole, I sent it back. I’m not done yet, I ordered decaf coffee with cinnamon flavor and I got regular with chocolate, I sent it back. Now, how can that happen to one person - one order- in about 5 minutes? I was wondering, “how many orders must be wrong in a day?” I understand most of us are in the people business but I don’t think I’ve ever had that many things go wrong with one simple order. By the time I left I was frustrated, didn’t enjoy my food and was asking myself WHY didn’t I eat at home. FIX IT! On the contrary, I worked in New Jersey last week and found a wonderful seafood restaurant. I walked in and the hostess greeted me with a big hello and seated me within seconds. The bubbly waitress was at my table within a minute with water in her hand, introduces herself as “in training” and looking forward to serving me. Every waitress and waiter was dressed in sailor garb, pressed to the nines, a nice touch. I watched as the servers almost ran from table to table making guests comfortable. I was so pleased to see over the top service after my coffee experience. I ordered a salad with dressing on the side, I kept it. I ordered an unsweetened ice tea with lots
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of ice, I kept it. I ordered an entree with no butter on the veggies, in came out right, I kept it and, to top it off, I ordered decaf and got it, kept it. NO NEED TO FIX IT! Fix it, owner, manager, leader, vice president or whoever is in charge of the restaurant. How can that much go wrong in one order and why doesn’t the owner, manager, leader, vice president know they are providing horrible service? Fix it! The leadership is clearly responsible for the failure. Conversely, the restaurant owner, manager, leader, vice president of the seafood house is also reaping the rewards of over the top service. Everything begins and ends with the leader. Here is how you fix it.. • The coffee shop could have offered the meal complimentary • Better yet, an apology, didn’t even get that • A coupon to visit again and get free coffee The end of the story is, I’m never and I mean never going back, I’ve told many family and friends what happened and this all could have been avoided just by FIXING IT! The end of the seafood house story is the waitress at the end brought out a survey, they actually cared enough to ask me what I thought. I will be going back, the tip went up and I’ve told many friends and family to go there. See what happens when you FIX IT! Carol is an accomplished professional speaker, coach and educational consultant specializing in remarkable leadership, outrageous fundraising, million dollar marketing, and building organizational alliances throughout the country. Carol’s innovative e leadership with bullet proof ideas for recruiting MORE MEMBERS, MORE MONEY AND BETTER LEADERS. www. caroltalks.com 610-442-4545
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Erika Klemp, of Northampton, Courtney Petersen, of Bath, Jonathan Fehnel, of Nazareth. DeSales University - The following area residents made the Dean's List at DeSales University; Andrea N. Baum, of Nazareth, Nicole E. Brandstetter, Nazareth, Sarah M. Braun, of Bath, Vanessa M. Childs, of Nazareth, Brittney D. Flank, a resident of Nazareth. Colin M. Fox, of Bath, Kelly N. Kocher, of Nazareth, Katelyn M. Little, of Nazareth, Monica Lupin, of Danielsville, Christy E. McKinney, of Nazareth, Nicole S. Morin, of Nazareth, Adam P. Polkowski, of Nazareth, Lauren L. Rice, of Bath, Jenna L. Schmoyer, of Bath, Susan E. Scholtz, of Nazareth, Bridgette A. Shambo, of Northampton. Lea M. Shipwash, a resident of Northampton, Alana N. Smith, of Nazareth, Kelsey A. Snyder, of Nazareth, Stephen T. Snyder, of Nazareth, Stephen T. Sommers, of Bath, Alexander D. Torres, of Nazareth, John W. Zerfass, of Nazareth. Millersville University of Pennsylvania - The following local residents have been named to Millersville University of Pennsylvania's Dean's List for the Spring 2013 semester: Gregory Baldree of Nazareth, Allison Breiner of Northampton, Christine Illes of Danielsville, Mackenzi King of Nazareth, Charissa Mohn of Nazareth, David Petrushka of Nazareth, Eric Ross of Nazareth, Chloe Singer of Nazareth, Crista Snyder of Nazareth, Alexsis Thomas of Nazareth. Penn State University Evan Talaber of Bath, Sophmore majoring in Energy, Business and Finance was named to the Dean's List at Penn State Berks for the Spring, 2013 semester. Widener University – Timothy Price of Northampton, who is studying at Widener University in Chester, Pa., was named to the Dean's List for the spring 2013 semester.
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Increased Support for Public Schools By State Rep. Marcia Hahn 138th Legislative District
The House will take up House Bill 1437, the budget proposal for the 2013-14 fiscal year, the week of Monday, June 10. Under the legislation, 300 new state troopers would be hired, and basic education funding would be increased by record amounts, including schools in the 138th Legislative District as follows: Bethlehem Area SD – 3.2 percent Nazareth Area SD – 4.3 percent Northampton Area SD – 3.2 percent
Pen Argyl Area SD – 3.1 percent Support for Seniors - I am co-sponsoring House Bill 1067, which passed the House unanimously. The legislation maintains an individual's eligibility for the Property Tax/ Rent Rebate program if the household income limit is exceeded due solely to a Social Security cost-of-living adjustment. Recognizing Our Future Leaders – Congratulations to Patrick Liam Leicht, who receives his Eagle Scout Award Saturday, June 8, in Nazareth.
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Comment On Sports By Pete Fritchie
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One of the subjects in professional sports getting renewed attention is the effort to make sports safer for participants. Professional football has been making some progress on this problem in recent years, can make more if officials begin calling more head-butting and unnecessary pile-ons over downed players.
Boxing could be made a safer sport if gloves were thicker. Of course, this would reduce the number of knockouts, which makes boxing exciting. But itwould also reduce the number of permanent injuries, occasionally an injury that greatly hastens death. Individual activities such as high tight-rope walking, with no safety net beneath the high-wire walker attracts crowds but occasionally they see a serious fall, and serious injury. Nets should always be required below. Baseball batters could be required to wear headgear that prevents serious concussions if hit by a pitch. Progress is possible for all these sports.
Bar Room Olympics Aids youth music By Joe Zemba
After two weeks of the Lehigh Valley Sports Hall of Fame Southwark Hose Co. No. 9 social club Bar Room Olympics fundraiser for the youth music program, Matt Eisenhard of North Catasauqua and Dave Reed are tied for first place after 9-ball and shuffle machine bowling with 14 points each. Vanessa Andrews of Egypt won the 9-ball Tournament on the break to defeat Eisenhard. Vanessa said, "I get a rush playing in tournaments, the best I ever finished was second. My best shots were using the side pockets". Eisenhard came in second place. Tom Mathews
took third. The remainder of the top 10 were Steve Gallagher of Catasauqua came in fourth. Larry Rothrock was in fifth place from North Catty. Dave Reed Catty placed sixth. Chris Zemba of Catasauqua finished seventh. Tim Wendell of Bethlehem came in eighth said "this was great playing pool for a good cause and helping kids in the process". Dave Kline of Catasauqua was number nine. Rich Longenbach of Coplay rounded out the top ten On Sunday afternoon John Gulich of Catasauqua won the Shuffle Bowling with a 600 series and a 200 average. Kim Heckman MacEwan of North Catty placed second with 16th Annual
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a 533. David Reed came in fourth with a 531. John Calanto of Northampton was fourth with a 525. Joe Zemba of Catty came in fifth with a 489. Ann Kline of New Tripoli was sixth with a 484. Matt Eisenhard of North Catasauqua was disappointed with his eighth place finish (424) said "I know I'm tied for the lead, but I keep thinking where I would be with a better showing". Vanessa Andrews is in third place with 11 points. Tom Mathews and Kim MacEwan are tied with nine points. Steve Gallagher is fifth with eight points. Larry Rothrock is sixth. Joe Zemba is in seventh. Chris Zemba and Ann Kline are tied for eighth. Tim Wendell is ninth and David Kline has the 10 spot. Don Zangl, the LVSHOF Bar Room Olympic director, said, "The next event will be Baseball Darts this Wednesday and the Southwarks Bar Room Olympic Champion will be crowned. We have plans to take this fundraiser throughout the Lehigh Valley. Call 610-297-0669 if interested in hosting an event.:
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On Friday June 7th Michelle Schoenberger and her husband Lucas resigned as coaches for Nazareth softball. Michelle went 67-42 in five seasons at Nazareth after teaming up on the junior varsity level for two seasons. During their tenure, the Blue Eagles’ streak of 27 consecutive District 11 playoff appearances stayed intact. The year after they wed, in 2010, Nazareth won its ninth conference championship and first since Michelle’s senior season in 2003 The Blue Eagles went a school record 24-3 during her junior season in 2002 and won the Mountain Valley Conference title as well as the program’s first District 11 championship under coach Karen Buis before reaching the PIAA semifinals. Nazareth won the inaugural Lehigh Valley Conference title in her senior season and went 83-13 in her four seasons with three conference titles.
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Pennsylvania Game Commission biologists are seeking assistance from residents in a regional monitoring effort to collect bat maternity colony data this summer. This monitoring is especially important to measure bat mortalities caused by White-Nose Syndrome (WNS), a disease that affects hibernating bats in Pennsylvania and other parts of the eastern United States. “WNS primarily kills during the winter, but the true impact of WNS on bat populations cannot be determined using estimates from winterhibernacula alone,” said Nate Zalik, Game Commission wildlife biologist. “Pennsylvanians can help us more fully gauge the impact of WNS on bats byhosting a bat count this summer. We are especially urging people who have ever conducted a bat count for the Game Commission in the past to redo acount this year.” To obtain applications and information on how to participate, visit the Game Commission’s website (www.pgc. state.pa.us) and put your The Best cursor over“Wildlife” in the Coed--What do you think menu bar at the top of the homepage, click on “Wildlife” of men? Roommate--The best opin the drop-down menu, scroll down and choose “Pennsylva- posite sex we’ve got. nia Bats” in theWild Mammals section, and then click on “Appalachian Bat Count.” Forms on the website guide interJoe ested participants through the steps of timing,conducting a Chudyk survey and submitting their findings to the Game ComVented Kerosene mission. Scout groups, 4-H clubs, local environmental Heating systems organizations, and individual • Free Estimates • In-Home Service homeowners can all partici1 Year Warranty on all Parts & Service pate in this important effort. “Pennsylvania’s two most common bat species, the little brown bat and the big Laser Kerosene brown bat, use buildings as their summer roosts,” ZaHeating Systems lik said.“Abandoned houses, barns, church steeples – and 610-837-9982 even currently-occupied
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District 14-K Governor Linwood Gehris installed the 2013-14 officers of the Bath Lions Club at a dinner meeting on June 5 in the fellowship hall of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Bath. They include: Jack Metcalf, president; James Spengler, 1st vice president; Rev. Jay R. Wetzel, 2nd vice president; Melissa Brown, 3rd vice president; Daniel Spengler, secretary; Gail Metcalf, treasurer; William Falstich, immediate past president; Charles Billings, lion tamer; James Spengler, tail twister; Kenneth Edgar, Rev. Wetzel, Donald Halbfoerster, 2nd year directors; William Falstich, Kyle Grube, William Halbfoerster, 1st year directors; Wm. Halbfoerster, membership director; and Marvin Werkheiser, fundraising chairman. President Bill Falstich thanked all the members for their work this year in serving the community. Two bingo fund-raisers are scheduled by the club. They will be at the Northampton Exchange Club community days fair on July 10 through 13 and at the Muhlenberg Hospital Center summer festival August 14 through 17. The club is also being represented at the district cabinet meeting and banner exchange between the Alburtis and Emmaus Lions clubs. Second in Food Drive At the cabinet meeting, PDG Bill Halbfoerster accepted an award for the Bath Lions as they took second place in the District 14-K Care & Share program, collecting money and food items for the Bath Food Bank as part of the Second Harvest Food Bank. With 16 members, the 3,509 lbs. of food donated represented 234 lbs. per member, with each dollar paying for 9 lbs. of food. On July 17, the Lions and their spouses will have a clambake meeting at the home of Lion Marvin Werkheiser.
Little Free Library Dedication Friday
Girl Scout Troop 8219 of Bath, along with leader Theresa Schmoyer, will dedicate the Little Free Library at Keystone Park this Friday during a Bronze award ceremony. The Mayor, Borough Manager and Council members will be present for this ceremony which will be held at 5 p.m.
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Morning Call columnist, Spencer Soper, will discuss his money-saving feature ‘On The Cheap’, which appears in the Sunday edition. For the past five years, the column has featured the clever and quirky things Lehigh Valley residents do to save money.
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106 elementary students Receive D.A.R.E. certificates
By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
Graduates of the Northampton Elementary grade six D.A.R.E. program received their certificates of achievement on Friday morning in the gymnasium of Siegfried School. Students, parents and siblings were welcomed by advisor Gary Pierzga, who said that the instruction the students received from Police Chief Ronald Morey would help them resist peer pressure from the temptations of drugs and alcohol in the future. He also noted that police officers help people.
Chief Morey thanked the teachers who assisted him in the many weeks of instruction and the 196 students who participated stood and turned to the applause of the audience. Judge Emil Giordano, in remarks, directed his attention to the parents, advising them, “Know where your kids are, know who their friends are, know what they are doing. If not, that’s a problem.” He cited an example of a youth who got into marijuana that led to a robbery attempt and prison time. He emphasized again, “Ask your kids how things are doing, where they’re going.”
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Northampton Mayor Tom Reenock congratulated the class, and gave credit to Chief Morey and the teachers. All the students had written essays on what they had learned in D.A.R.E. (Drug and Alcohol Resistance Education) – the adverse effects of alcohol and smoking, and the dangers of peer pressure. The top six read their essays. They included Abigail Stoudt, Zoe Kondravy, Madison Saladino, Brooke Brida, Patrick McShane, and Trevor Stone. Each received large stuffed lions. The runners-up received medium sized lions and smaller versions, all as a thank-you for their efforts. They included: Emily Franco, Ariana Troxell, Shelby Tully, Elaina Bastow, Brittney Brown, Madison Watson, Ashley Snyder, Caroline Bischoff, Tori Unangst, and Alison Serensits.
Council hears requests
By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News Northampton Borough Council on Thursday heard two requests, one by an attorney representing Posh Properties and another developer who wants to install a driveway along Howertown Rd., which was paved recently by the borough. Atty. James Preston discussed Cross Country Apartments, 40 units. They will be sold, not rented, noted Solicitor William McCarthy. If someone buys all 40, he could then lease as many as he wants. There will be a condominium association, which will follow by-laws. All conditions were met for final approval. Councilman Ed Pany asked if there were any environmental issues, but was satisfied with Preston’s answer. McCarthy said all fees were paid. Wayne Krapf of Yost Rd., Bath, sought two driveways at 550 Howertown Rd. to serve a home there. Council didn’t want the new curb to be cut vertically, for fear of disturbing the blacktop. Instead, in a 5-2 vote, they granted one 20-ft. driveway, and the curb has to be cut horizontally. Krapf also said he has no intention of filling the quarry at that location, and wants to beautify the area and the home, using the quarry for recreation. He and the new tenant wanted a turnaround driveway so that there would be no need to back out on the heavily traveled road. The tenant has
TOP SIX essay winners, holding their large stuffed lions, stand with advisor Gary Pierzga, Mayor Tom Reenock and Assistant Principal Maria Pulli. – Home News photo four grown children. Council President John Yurish wanted engineer Larry Turoczy to look at
the situation. Krapf will provide a bond to compensate for any damages. Continued on page 12
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D-Day remembrance of Battle of Bulge marked By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
D-DAY SURVIVORS honored included (l-r): Ray Davis, Joseph Motil, Dick Schermerhorn, Rev. Ed McElduff, Nathan Kline, and Robert Gangeware. – Home News photos
Nearly 100 persons attended the 12th annual D-Day Remembrance on Thursday, June 6 at the Nazareth park. It honored six veterans of World War II’s Battle of the Bulge and the day troops landed on the beaches of Normandy, France. Morris Metz, who had served with the 94th Infantry Division, led the program along with Judy Greenhalgh. Following their greetings to everyone
at the picnic, Ray Christman played on a Martin guitar the song, “America the Beautiful,” and everyone joined in singing it. Metz remarked that 5,400 men died on June 6, 1944, and asked, “Why did I survive?” He held up a copy of the famed Army publication on that day, Stars & Stripes, telling of the great encounter. Nazareth’s newly appointed Mayor Carl Strye, Jr. said, “Without the courage and strength of the troops
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in World War II, we wouldn’t enjoy the freedoms we have today,” calling the Battle of the Bulge the greatest in this country’s history. “Today’s generation cannot fathom what happened then.” Mike Micucci of the 29th Infantry Division re-enactors, told of the day when troops came off LST’s and advanced into battle along the beaches of Normandy. The re-enactors had several pieces of equipment from that war on the scene Thursday, including Dale Guth’s restored 1942 Jeep. Linda Caponigro read “In Flanders Field” and Mary Lou Lordi read “America’s Answer.” John Kuhn read General Dwight D. Eisenhower’s message to the troops on that fateful day 69 years ago, the Order of the Day, received from Bob Frey of the 2nd Infantry Division. The six veterans who were honored on Thursday, and the units in which they served, were Robert Gangeware, 90th Infantry Division; Nathan Kline, 454th Bomb Squadron; Rev. Ed McElduff, Navy LST 981; Joseph Motil, 4th Infantry Division; Dick Schermerhorn, 531st Engineer Shore Regiment; and Raymond Davis, 90th Infantry Division. Two others who could not attend because of being hospitalized were “Bench” Hartman, 454th Bomb Squadron, and Bill Munsch, 90th Infantry Division. Continued on page 11
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on Saturday; it was a great success! They raised $28,000 on Saturday for the American Cancer Society. The day was full of fun activities including Mayor Strye in the dunk tank! Seventeen team participated in the Relay, the BTVFC – Relays to Extinguish Cancer raising $3,864. There was also a punt, pass and kick competition a throwing contest and other events.
Programs For Caregivers In Nazareth THREE VETERANS chatting together at the D-Day picnic were Richard Shaplin, Army; John Prytherch, British Royal Air Force; and Joseph Herd, Army. – Home News photo
JEEP and other equipment from World War II shown by 29th Division re-enactors.
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prayer to the troops. Doug Metz read a chapter from the late Bob Kauffman’s book, “The Replacement.” He Continued from page 10 had served in the 36th RegiRev. McElduff said that ment. the fellowship that the NorThe program concluded mandy survivors have is ”Far with “God Bless America” led beyond any other group.” by Dick Saylor. Gangeware and Metz were former classmates and until a reunion in Wind Gap didn’t know that both were on the beaches of Normandy. The Rev. Gregory Tafel, pasThe Nazareth Football tor of Faith Lutheran Church booster club would like to in Forks Twsp., gave Presi- thank everyone who came to dent Franklin D. Roosevelt’s the Relay for Life Cancer Walk
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Morningstar Senior Living and Phoebe Ministries have joined forces to host a series of information sessions which serve to educate caregivers, professionals and community members who are affected by dementia-related diseases. The next session in the Memory Lane series for 2013 – Caring for the Individual with Dementia will be held on Thursday, June 13th at 6p.m. at Moravian Hall Square in Nazareth. “We have received an overwhelming response to our Memory Lane series,” said Susan C. Drabic, President and CEO of Morningstar Senior Living Inc. “This level of response validates the need for us to continue to provide these educational resources for families and professionals who are caring for someone with dementia. With this program we hope to empower caregivers by providing them with the necessary information and strategies to help them cope with the challenges that lie ahead.” Kelly O’Shea Carney, PH.D., CMC, executive director of the Phoebe Center for Excellence in Dementia Care, will present at the June 13th program. “Caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease is a challenging task on many levels.” explained Dr. Carney. “However, for many caregivers, one of the most difficult aspects of caregiving is the fact that the needs of the individual with a progressive dementia change so dramatically over time. In this regard, the care tasks become a sort of moving target, evolving over time and requiring significant changes in the approach, focus and skill set of the caregiver. This program is designed to help caregivers understand the changing needs of the individual with Alzheimer’s disease and develop the skills to alter their caregiving style as the disease process unfolds.” Memory Lane will be held
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Luke 9:57-62 57 As they were walking along the road, a man said to him, “I will follow you wherever you go.” 58 Jesus replied, “Foxes have dens and birds have nests, but the Son of Man has no place to lay his head.” 59 He said to another man, “Follow me.” But he replied, “Lord, first let me go and bury my father.” 60 Jesus said to him, “Let the dead bury their own dead, but you go and proclaim the kingdom of God.” 61 Still another said, “I will follow you, Lord; but first let me go back and say goodbye to my family.” 62 Jesus replied, “No one who puts a hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God.” The people in Luke’s passage seem very familiar to me. I bet you know people just like them. In verse 59 the man wanted to follow Jesus but ... In verse 61 another wanted to follow Jesus but ... How much are we like those who were with Jesus on the way to Jerusalem? We really want to follow Jesus and be with him but ... we just cannot fully commit right now. We have to go back and wait until the dead are buried, or go back and make sure we tie up all of our loose ends, or find another reason(s) before we can possibly move forward with our lives with Christ. Yes we all have found our way to include the buts of life within our lives. We are all pretty darn good at coming up with excuses ... maybe every great at finding excuses for many parts of our lives. I will worship you Lord, but ... I will serve you Lord, but ... I will follow you Lord, but ... 62 Jesus replied, “No one who puts a hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God.” I’ll bet you can just imagine what the plowed rows would look like if the farmer sat up on his tractor and looked backwards while he was plowing his fields. Jesus rejected the people in this story because they all were thinking about themselves, their obligations and their families before they thought about their relationships with Christ. They all had seemingly great excuses. How about you? What are yours? in Kortz Hall at Moravian Hall Square, 175 West North Street, Nazareth. The program and a sandwich meal will be provided at no charge. Reservations are required as seating is limited. For information about the program please call 888.576.7788. Moravian Hall Square is wholly owned and operated by Morningstar Senior Living Inc., a not-for-profit senior living organization based in Nazareth. Recently awarded the top rating for overall care in the latest edition of the U.S. News and World Report’s Best Nursing Homes list, the hallmark of Moravian Hall Square is the quality of the health care services provided to residents in independent living, personal care, dementia care, skilled nursing care, and home care. Moravian Hall Square was awarded the Excellence in Care Dementia
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Top three Nazareth grads Nazareth Area High School is pleased to announce the achievement of the following members of the graduating Class of 2013: Valedictorian: Colin Henderson Salutatorian: Ayomide Opeyemi Honor Graduate: Samuel Diacont The top three students in the Class of 2013 had the honor of addressing their peers during the graduation ceremony held on Tuesday, June 11. The Class of 2013 commencement ceremony was held at Stabler Arena on the campus of Lehigh University in Bethlehem.
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Obituaries
Dwayne G. Beller
Dwayne G. Beller, 64, of Bath died Wednesday, June 5, in Lehigh Valley HospitalCedar Crest, Salisbury Township. He was the husband of Vickie (Fries) Beller. He was the proprietor of Beller’s Amoco in Bethlehem for many years. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Willard and Georgene (Hubbard) Beller. He was a member f New Life Evan. Lutheran Church, New Triploi and was a little league baseball coach in Northampton. Besides his wife, he is survived by daughters, Tammy Van Parys of New Tripoli, Wendy Raub of Northampton, Georgiana Hoffman of Catasauqua, and Karen Gonzalez of Barto; son, Duane Beller of Reading; a sister, Georgiana Sell of Allentown; and 15 grandchildren. Preceding him in death were a son, Dwayne, and a grandson, Brandon. Services were held on Monday morning in the Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, Allentown, followed by interment in Woodlawn Memorial Park, Allentown. Contributions may be made to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Lehigh Valley Chapter, 34th & Civic Center Blvd., Phila., PA 19104.
Born Dec. 25, 1943 in Allentown, he was a son of the late William C and Bertha M. (Gaumer) Brinker. Besides his wife, he is survived by five children, Keith of Palmerton, Brenda Dech of Seemsville, Karen Frack of Northampton, Cheryl Hudicka of Palmerton, and Diane Romankow of Shoemakersville; five grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; and a sister, Mrs. Marilyn Schmidt, of Allentown. Preceding him in death was a sister, Shirley Kressler. Services were held on Thursday in the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton, followed by burial in Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Allentown. Memorial contributions may be made to Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, 22nd & Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
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Michael J. Kunkle
Michael J. Kunkle, 54, of Northampton died Friday, June 7, 2013. He was the husband of Carol A. (Creyer) Kunkle. A 1976 graduate of Northampton High School, he worked for Sysco Foods for eight years. Born in Allentown, he was a son of Russell W. and Margaret (Roos) Kunkle. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Whitehall. Besides his wife and parents, he is survived by sons Christopher J. and Ryan G., both of Schnecksville; stepdaughter, Ashley Loikits, of Allentown; step-son Jason Creyer, of Allentown; grandson Hunter Wise; sisters, Agnes A. Kositz Anna Marie Trate of FogelsAug. 11, 1924 – June 4, 2013 Agnes A. Kositz, 88, of ville and Patricia Ann EverNorthampton died Tuesday, ett of Bethlehem; two nieces, June 4 at home. She was the two nephews, and two greatwife of the late John “Moatz” nephews. A calling time will be held Kositz, who died Aug. 26, Friday from 9 to 10 a.m. with 2011. She was a sewing machine Mass of Christian Burial foloperator at the former Lehigh lowing at 10 a.m. in Holy Frocks, Nazareth, and was a Trinity Catholic Church, 4102 S. Church St., Whitehall. Armember of the ILGWU. Born August 11, 1924 in rangements by Kohut Funeral Northampton, she was a Home. In lieu of flowers, donadaughter of the late Carl and Richard C. Brinker tions may be made to the Ida (Dragovitz) Frisch. Dec. 25, 1943 – June 1, 2013 She was a member of Holy VNA Hospice of St. Luke’s, Richard C. Brinker of Northampton died on Satur- Family Catholic Church, Naz- 801 Ostrum St., Bethlehem, day, June 1. He was the hus- areth, and its Altar & Rosary PA 18015. David J. Plata band of Carolyn (Krause) Society. March 16, 1941 – June 4, 2013 Surviving are two daughBrinker. David J. Plata, 72, of He worked for Royal Mfg. ters, Denise Repsher and Esof Allentown and Jack Dan- telle Gimbar, both of Naza- Northampton died Tuesday, kel Chevrolet of Allentown, reth; four grandchildren; a June 4 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, Bethlehem. but most of his life as a store brother, Frank Frisch. After serving as a prisPreceding her in death manager for these auto parts stores: Two Guys from Harri- were brothers Josef and Carl on guard at Lehigh County Prison, he was employed at son, Penn Jersey Auto, and A Frisch. Services were held Mon- the former Cross Country & A Auto Parts, from which day morning in the Reichel Clothes and Tama Mfg. he retired in 2007. Born March 16, 1941 in Cementon, he was a son of the late Michael and Anna (Biss) Plata. He was a member of AsCharles Muffley – Serving Bath & Area sumption of the BlessedVirgin Mary Church and the HunALUMINUM – VINYL SIDING garian Club in Northampton. Surviving are daughters, Soffit • Gutters • Downspouts • Awnings • Roofing AnnMarie Ross of Palmerton, Patio Roofs • Carports • Replacement Windows Cecelia Plata of McAdoo, and Elizabeth Luft of Reading; Free Estimates ★ Fully Insured a son, Michael Plata, of Sla-
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tington; five grandchildren; sisters, RuthAnn Grieshammer of Bethlehem, Mary Plata of Bethlehem, Annmarie Plavinsky of Bethlehem, and Monica Plata of Northampton, a brother, Robert Plata, of Coplay. Preceding him in death were brothers Edward and Michael, and a sister Virginia. A Memorial Mass was celebrated on Wednesday morning in Assumption B.V.M. Church, followed by interment in the parish cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the church, c/o the Reichel Funeral Home, 326 E. 21st St., Northampton, PA 18067.
Graduation Continued from page 1 presented by Assistant Principal Maureen Sproul, they were accepted by Supt. Kovalchik and then diplomas were presented by School Board President David Gogel as the graduates’ names were announced. There’s always merriment at the end, and it happened again as huge beach balls were tossed in the air, coming out of nowhere from among the graduates after they turned the tassels on their hats. The program concluded as everyone sang the Alma Mater. Before the commencement, there was a program in which all the academic achievement awards, departmental awards, vocational-technical awards, scholarship awards, and meritorious attention honors were presented.
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Continued from page 9 • Council okayed a request by NASD Supt. Joseph Kovalchik that the borough’s swimming pool parking lot can be used by construction workers from Aug. 13, 2013 to June 3, 2014. However, the community center parking lot can’t be used. • During July and August, Council will meet only on the third Thursday. • Hanover Township was given permission to use the borough’s portable band shell on June 27. • After a newsletter was mailed out, 13 persons have applied for the HOME loan program. The borough’s electronics recycling program was a success, with
www.HomeNewsPA.com four loads sent to Responsible Recycling Services. But they will no longer accept TVs unless a $30 fee is paid for portables and $40 for consoles, so a new recycling organization will be sought. $600 has been received from Newhard Pharmacy and a division of that store for the Atlas Cement Memorial Museum, and another $114 from the Northampton Middle School Welfare Fund. • With funds from a bond issue, a loan for a fire company ladder truck has been paid off and new software has been purchased for refuse billing and the zoning office. • While 100 persons have applied, the list will be narrowed down to 10 for interviews before Council votes on a replacement for retiring Bob Weinhofer as director of the recreation center. Applicants have included natives of Saudi Arabia and the Dominican Republic. • The recent Paw Prints on the Canal was very successful, well maintained, and about 1,000 persons attended. There were 90 vendors and 300-500 dogs at the event for the public to see. • Under public works and sewer, it was reported that as part of the new middle school project, the school district is replacing their storm drain pipe with a 48inch pipe, replacing one that is 30 inches, and thus will drain the entire school property down to the Hokendauqua Creek. • If the Northampton Borough Municipal Authority completes installation of a new water main on 2nd Street, it should then be paved in a week or two. • With summer help now here, the public works will have relief from grass cutting and get back to repairing potholes and paving streets. In citizen remarks , a woman complained about the animal control officer, but was told to come to the office so the officer could tell her side of the story. There was also a complaint about patch over a ditch that was dug by UGI and a number of gas leaks in the borough. Councilman Tony Pristash praised the young people of today, saying they do fantastic things with their time. The Atlas Museum has welcomed some 400 persons. Borough Manager Gene Zarayko praised Fire Chief Bob Solderich and Mayor Tom Reenock for their work at the war memorial plot. It was noted that the Gospel Chapel is moving to Newport Ave. There will be a no turn on red at 24th & Main Sts.
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Mr. Michael Easton was born in the “City of Steel,” Gary, Indiana. He graduated from Hobart High. They are called “Bricks”, named after the brick yards in the area. He recalled, “Most of my classmates were members of the R.O.T.C. which was taught by World War II veterans; a program where strict discipline was the rule.” After working with his father who was an expert mason, he was hired by the U.S. Steel Corp. at their Gary Plant as a Boilermaker. At their peak, employment was 35,000. In 1983 during a plant layoff, Michael pursued a carpentry career working on many of Chicago’s high-rise buildings. Mr. Easton remembers, “I was 34 years of age and wanted to be a mechanical engineer. I enrolled at a branch campus of Purdue University. After work, I would attend class in my carpentry garb. It took six years of effort to earn my engineering degree, but it was well worth it!” In 1988, he took his skill to the Lehigh Portland Cement Co. in Buffington, Indiana. The famous plant was once owned by the U.S. Steel Universal Atlas Cement division. Located on Lake Michigan, it challenged the Northampton Plant for the title of World’s Largest Cement Plant. At the plant, Michael was the project engineer designing and installing new equipment. The plant manufactured high temperature refractory cement. Then he met and spoke to a high profile businessman, Yes! “The Donald”, Mr. Donald Trump, who had state approval to open a casino boat. He recalled, “I spoke to him a number of times; he was down to earth but he had the air of a successful businessman.” With the closing of the Buffington Plant, Mr. Easton was transferred to the Lehigh Valley as a project engineer, working on various projects at the nine Lehigh plants. One of his assignments was helping engineer the large Lehigh Plant in Union Bridge, MD.
Today, he is the project engineer at Evansville. He said, “we have a family atmosphere here, I am in the plant daily. Our supervisors meet each day so we can plan to meet both present and future challenges. Communication is the key. Safety is always a top priority. Each day is always different; we are always busy operating the plant efficiently and conforming to all state and federal mandates.” Mr. Jody Rabuck is the highly skilled mechanical, maintenance manager who works closely with Mr. Easton. Michael is an avid Indianapolis 500 fan. He saw local hero Mario Andretti win his first and only 500 title. He has been making the trek to the historic speedway for over 40 years. A life long motorcycle enthusiast, he has been driving his trusty Harley for 44 years, and frequently drives to the plant. Mr. Easton has been married to the former Ms. Patricia Rapo, a former Lehigh Cement Administrator for 40 years. The Eastons are proud of daughters Michele, Nicole and grand children Richie and Ashleigh. They reside in Whitehall Township. I found Mr. Easton to be pleasant, amiable, a dedicated Cement Worker. I applaud his determination in pursuing a dream and realizing it at age 34 by earning an engineering degree. We wish Mr. Easton and all my friends at the century-old Evansville Plant, a safe and successful year and hope to see them again next year.
Gladys Wiles, Esq. Light refreshments will be served. The Estate Planning Seminar will discuss the importance of a Will to protect assets and will include information about taxes and inheritance laws. Additionally, the seminar will discuss strategies to protect assets and the Medicaid rules and how to be prepared for long-term care benefits. The staff of Snyder & Wiles, PC, will also explain how they assist families to ensure that all necessary documentation for financial, educational and healthcare needs are completed including a Will, Living Will and Power of Attorney. Please RSVP your attendance to the Estate Planning Seminar no later than Friday, June 21, 2013, by contacting Melissa Lee, Director of the Adult Day Services Center at (610) 867-4669 ext. 100 or by e-mail at adsc@ywcabethlehem.org. For additional information about the programs and services provided by the YWCA of Bethlehem please call (610) 867-4669.
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On May 27, Colonial Regional Police were following a black Toyota coupe traveling at a high rate of speed north on Bath Pike, which then turned on to Highland Ave. and into the parking lot of 95 Highland Ave. in Hanover Township. After speaking with the driver, Michael Lee Becker, 25, of 6436 Senate Dr., Bethlehem, police believed him to be under the influence of alcohol. After submitting to field sobriety tests, Becker was placed under arrest for DUI and taken to the Bethlehem DUI Center for more testing. His BAC level came back from the lab as 0.12. Charges for the violations are being filed through District Judge James Narlesky’s office.
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Three Area Crashes Investigated
State Police of the Bethlehem Barracks investigated three crashes in The Home News area recently: On May 19 at 1 p.m., Frank A. Vassallo, 25, of Easton sustained a minor injury when he crashed on Weaversville Rd. in Hanover Twsp. As he headed west in his 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt, he wanted to make a left turn on Weaversville Rd. and slid off the roadway, hitting a boulder on the side of the road. He wasn’t wearing his seat belt and was hurt. He was treated by East Allen Twsp. EMS at the scene. The vehicle was inoperable after the crash and was towed. Vassallo was cited by police for violations. On May 31 at 8:12 a.m., another one-vehicle crash occurred on Nor-Bath Blvd. about 1/10 mile east of Airport Rd. in East Allen Township. Gregory A. Janny, 29, of Bath was going around a curve in the roadway, but failed to negotiate it when he looked down at something and went off the road, hitting a utility pole. His 2004 Pontiac Grand Am ended up in a field facing south, 15 ft. from the roadway. Both Janny and his passenger, Joshua Hansen, 31, of Bath were not injured as they had their lap and shoulder belts fastened. However, police said Janny was driving without a valid license and was cited for multiple traffic violations.
Colonial Regional Police responded to a possible burglary in progress on June 8. Upon arrival, they met with a female, who related that she met a man, later identified as Justin Perez, 23, of Alton Ave., Allentown, on the internet. The two agreed to meet at her residence. Perez arrived there in a silver Lexus. After the two spoke for
June 13-19, 2013 13 On June 6 at 7:57 a.m., a twovehicle accident happened on Jacksonville Rd. at its intersection with Beth-Bath Pike in East Allen Township. Helena Machain, 50, of Bethlehem was stopped at the traffic light when her 2005 Chrysler Pacifica was rear-ended by a 1992 Ford F-150 driven by Richard P. Squires, 51, of Bath. Both vehicles ended up in a parking lot nearby. Ms. Machain wasn’t hurt, but Squires had a minor injury and was treated by East Allen EMS. Both had their seat belts fastened.
Burglary at Pittman’s
An unknown burglar entered the Pittman photography business at 1001 Nor-Bath Blvd. in Allen Township on April 28-29 between 5:30 p.m. and 7:45 a.m. and stole two bags containing photo orders for high school sports teams. There was no forced entry. The investigation is continuing. The owner is John C. Pittman, 53, of Northampton.
Home Improv. Fraud
On July 8, 2011, Leeander and Katherine Gray of Northampton entered into a contractual agreement with the business Total Remodeling of northeast Pennsylvania for second floor residential remodeling of their home in the 100 block of Lappawinzo Rd., Allen Township. It was not completed, not completed correctly, or was not started after the Grays paid a total of $44,842.93. They were unable to make further contact with the company and eventually received notification that the terms of the contract would not be fulfilled. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact PSP Bethlehem at 610-861-2026. An update has followed: Edward Leonard Humphrey, 42, of Scranton has been charged with fraud.
Theft from Vehicle
Richard Smith, Jr. of Phyllese Dr., Northampton (Allen Twsp.) reported $100 stolen from his unlocked vehicle during the overnight of June 8. Anyone with information can contact PSP Bethlehem at 610-861-2026 and reference incident # M011472001. Continued on page 16
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PUblic notice-Legal PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS GIVEN THAT THE Allen Township Board of Supervisors of Northampton County is considering adoption of Ordinance 2013-04. Public input will be heard at the General Supervisors Meeting scheduled for June 25, 2013 at 7:00 P.M. at the Allen Township Municipal Building located at 4714 Indian Trail Road, Northampton, Pennsylvania. Summary of the proposed Ordinance 2013-04 is as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ALLEN, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, PROVIDING FOR THE RENAMING OF CERTAIN PUBLIC AND PRIVATE STREETS, AND ESTABLISHING A NUMBERING SYSTEM FOR OCCUPIED STRUCTURES LOCATED WITHIN THE TOWNSHIP FOR THE PURPOSE OF AIDING EMERGENCY RESPONDERS Copies of the full text of the proposed Ordinance may be examined at the Allen Township Municipal Building, located at 4714 Indian Trail Road, Northampton, Pennsylvania. Ilene Marie Eckhart, Manager ALLEN TOWNSHIP SUPERVISORS (6/13) ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2013 NAZARETH BOROUGH STORM IMPROVEMENTS SEALED PROPOSALS will be received by the Borough Secretary of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, at the Borough Building, 134 S. Main St., until 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, Thursday, June 27, 2013 for 2013 Nazareth Borough Storm Improvements Project. Bids will be opened and read aloud at 7:00 p.m., that same day, at Borough Council Chambers, 159 W. Center St., Nazareth, PA.
The proposed project generally consists of installation and replacement of storm piping, inlets and manholes along with road paving, curbing and sidewalk. Contract documents can be secured for a non-refundable fee of one hundred and fifty ($150.00) dollars from the office of the Borough Engineer, Borton-Lawson Engineers (484821-0470), at 3897 Adler Place, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Bids should be plainly marked “2013 NAZARETH BOROUGH STORM IMPROVEMENTS”. The Borough of Nazareth reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Paul Kokolus Borough Secretary / Treasurer Nazareth Borough Council (6/6-6/13) PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS GIVEN THAT THE Allen Township Board of Supervisors of Northampton County is considering adoption of Ordinance 2013-03. Public input will be heard at the General Supervisors Meeting scheduled for June 25, 2013 at 7:00 P.M. at the Allen Township Municipal Building located at 4714 Indian Trail Road, Northampton, Pennsylvania. Summary of the proposed Ordinance 2013-03 is as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ALLEN ESTABLISHING THE SPEED LIMIT FOR VEHICULAR TRAFFIC ON THE PUBLIC ROADWAY KNOWN AS TOMAHAWK TRAIL (TR -459), LOCATED WITHIN THE MUNICIPAL BOUNDARIES OF ALLEN TOWNSHIP, AT FIFTEEN (15) MILES PER HOUR; AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF Copies of the full text of the proposed Ordinance may be examined at the Allen Township Municipal Building, located at 4714 Indian Trail Road, Northampton, Pennsylvania. Ilene Marie Eckhart, Manager ALLEN TOWNSHIP SUPERVISORS (6/13) FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to the provisions of the Fictitious Name Act, No. 295 of 1982, P.L. 1309, of the filing of, in the Office of the Secretary of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, at Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, a certificate for the conduct of a business in Pennsylvania, under the assumed or fictitious name, style or designation of: MOUNTAIN VIEW WESLEYAN CHURCH d/b/a ZION WESLEYAN CHURCH With its principal place of business at: 1001 Deemer Road, Bath, PA 18014. The name and address of the persons interested in said organization is Tedd W. Leininger, Barry D. Lesperance, and Tina A. Wright, all of 1001 Deemer Road, Bath, PA 18014. The certificate was filed on May 16, 2013. Gregory R. Reed Attorney-at-law 141 S. Broad Street Nazareth, PA 18064-0299 (6/13)
www.HomeNewsPA.com INVITATION TO BID Borough of Bath, Northampton County, will receive sealed bids for the CDBG Curb and Sidewalk Replacement Project at Chestnut Street and Green Street. The project will consist of demolition of the existing curb and sidewalk and construction of new curb and sidewalk/handicap ramps. Sealed bids will be received until 1:00 PM (prevailing time) on Friday, June 28, 2013 at the Bath Borough Municipal Building, 215 E. Main Street, Bath, PA 18014, and will be publicly opened and read aloud at that time. All bids shall be sealed, marked and addressed as follows: CDBG Curb and Sidewalk Replacement Project. Chestnut and Green Streets Borough of Bath 215 East Main Street Bath, PA 18014 Attn: Thomas Petrucci, Borough Manager Copies of the contract documents, drawings, specifications and bid forms may be examined and obtained at the office of Keystone Consulting Engineers, Inc., at 2870 Emrick Boulevard, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, 18020, upon request and non-refundable payment of seventy-five dollars ($75.00) per set, checks payable to Keystone Consulting Engineers, Inc. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 19, 2013, at the site at 11:00 AM (corner of Green and Race Streets). The project for which Bids are being solicited is subject to the applicable provisions of the Davis-Bacon Wage Rates. This contract is also subject to Federal rules, including MBE/WBE and Section 3. Each Bid must be accompanied by a bid security made payable to Borough of Bath in the amount of ten (10%) percent of the bid price and in the form of a Certified Check, Bank Check or a Bid Bond issued by a surety meeting the requirements of Article 5 of the General Conditions. The successful bidder must furnish Performance and Payment Bonds each in an amount equal to the contract price meeting the requirements of Article 5 of the General Conditions. The Borough of Bath, Northampton County, reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Bids and to accept any Bid which in its judgment is for the best interest of the Borough. Thomas Petrucci, Manager BOROUGH OF BATH (6/13)
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they cause big problems. Not only can they infest an entire home quickly, flea saliva can cause anemia and dermatitis and transfer tapeworms to dogs and cats. Avoid walking dogs in tall grass where there is a greater chance of flea exposure, wash dogs after walks and puppy play dates, and launder bedding, collars and stuffed toys. Stinging insects are another potential problem for pets, especially if stung near the mouth or throat as this may cause swelling that can restrict breathing. Inspect the yard for evidence of hives or stinging insect colonies. If you see evidence of an infestation, contact a pest professional who can safely remove nests and control swarms. For more information on summer pests and your pets, visit www.pestworld. org. (NewsUSA)
Summer Pest Protection for Your Pets
While the season's warmer weather offers great opportunity for games of fetch with Fido, it also brings increased risk from exposure to pests, particularly ticks, fleas, mosquitoes and stinging insects. Safeguarding dogs and cats begins with discussions with your veterinarian, but in addition to prescribed healthcare repellents and preventatives, there are several things that can be done to make your yard inhospitable to the stinging, biting troublemakers. "Ticks are certainly one of the most concerning warm weather pests," noted Missy Henriksen, vice president of public affairs for the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). Ticks are endemic with various species posing different health threats, such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever, ehrlichiosis, babesia and Lyme disease. Tick-borne illnesses generally present with lethargy, weakness, anemia and even organ failure. Henriksen suggests pet owners minimize the risk of ticks in yards by regularly trimming grass and other vegetation. As nuisance wildlife and rodents are common tick carriers, seal trash cans, remove brush piles and keep firewood two feet off of the ground to keep them away. Mosquitoes also pose health risks to dogs and cats as their bites can transmit heartworm, a parasitic roundworm that can infect a host and result in a potentially serious disease. To help keep these pests at bay, Henriksen advises homeowners to repair any torn screens and eliminate mosquito breeding grounds by removing standing water in the yard.
"Empty wading pools, toys, grill covers flower pots, clogged gutters and other places that tend to gather water. Bird baths should be changed every week to keep water fresh," Henriksen says. "Mosquitoes only need half an inch of stagnant water to develop from eggs to pupae to adult mosquitoes that can then live out of water, so a thorough check of the yard is essential." Though fleas are tiny pests,
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Criminal Mischief
Between May 6 and 7, at Horwith Trucking Co. in Allen Township, a vandal damaged the lock band located on the rear portion of a trailer door owned by U.S. Express Enterprises of Chatanooga, Tenn. Anyone with information, contact PSP with reference to incident #M01-1466233.
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Two juvenile females engaged in a fight outside the entrance to the Catasauqua High School at 2500 Bullshead Rd., Allen Township, on May 30 at 7:30 a.m. Charges were filed. Carlo Caricari at 7414 Frank Dr., East Allen Twsp., was charged with disorderly conduct by PSP
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Bethlehem after a residential alarm went off three times in a year.
Thefts in Area
An unknown thief gained entry to an unlocked vehicle on May 21 between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. and stole a white ATT HTC-1 cell phone from the center console. The cell phone of Eric Krupa, 19, of Lois Lane, East Allen Township was valued at $200. Anyone with information on the incident, call Pennsylvania State police at 610861-2026 and reference report #M01-1468694. Unknown thieves stole lawn decorations between June 6 and 8 at the home of Joan Marie Molnar, 65 Oak Lane, Northampton (Allen Township). Any information on the incident should be reported to PA State Police at 610861-2026.
Sacred Heart School in Bath bid farewell to Mrs. Phyllis Spencer, second grade teacher. Mrs. Spencer is retiring after 37 years of teaching, including 23 years at Sacred Heart
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