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Moore Twsp. drafting Ordinance to spell Differences in solar energy By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News

Solicitor David Backenstoe is drafting an ordinance for Moore Township that will define the differences in solar energy that is created. In it a solar energy system is where there is one or more rooftop panels generating 18 kilowatt hours or less. A solar energy facility is one in which electricity is generated on a large scale of more than 18 kwh, such as what was proposed in both Moore and Lehigh Townships over the past couple of years by MetroTec. These definitions will be added as amendments to the township’s solar energy ordinance after they are advertised. Moore Township is not only energy conscious, they are a leading municipality in conservation, it was pointed out

at the Board of Supervisors meeting last Tuesday, March 5. The county recognizes Moore as a model township on conservation in the Hokendauqua Creek watershed. Zoning Officer Jason Harhart will review the latest findings for the Northampton County Soil Conservation District. It was announced by Chairman David Tashner, Sr. that the township’s recycling center will be closed for a week to work on improvements. Other Matters • The supervisors accepted the resignation of part-time police officer Robert Weider. • Leroy Bealer was hired as a part-time worker at the recreation center at a rate of $12 an hour. He has a Class A driver’s license. • It was announced that the First Regional Compost Continued on page 9

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Dress code back to committee; Middle school plans move ahead

By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News

The Northampton Area School Board voted 7 to 1 Monday night to send the controversial plans for changes in the dress code back to the policy committee. With the administration building conference room filled with parents who were prepared to give their ideas, Director Jane Erdo proposed ending the public discussion and sending it back to committee for review and then see how they will proceed with any changes for the school year 2013-14. The consensus among board members was to have small forums. (More on what the members said later in this story.) Of greater importance was the action taken by the board to move forward with the $80.3-million middle school project. It will begin with changes to Stadium Drive the first week in May; construction of the new school will begin as the former Northampton Branch of the Bethlehem Vocational-Technical School is removed, and all the new middle school buildings completed in the year 2015. When that is accomplished, the present middle school will be demolished, with students then occupying the new school.

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Schools Superintendent Joseph Kovalchik said, “The middle school was talked about for 20 years. Now that we will have it, it will make a huge impact on our community [for] the next 50 to 100 years.” Director Cory Fenstermaker said talks began when he was a youngster. As the years progressed, Student Council was added to the agenda. “It’s nice to see that as I get older this (the middle school) is something that is moving forward.” Board President David Gogel expressed his thanks to the architectural team that has gotten the ball rolling.

----------------------Now that we will have it, it will make a huge impact on our community [for] the next 50 to 100 years. Joseph Kovalchik -----------------------

The directors, upon approving the following nine items, broke out in applause, satisfied that at last the project is coming together. The list included: (1) Attachment C and PlanCon Part “G” to the Pa. Dept. of Education for Continued on page 11

Instructional Make-Up Days at NASD

At this time, the Northampton Area School District is still required to make up two instructional days due to inclement weather. All District schools and offices will be open for all students on: •Thursday, March 28, 2013 (will be used for the cancellation on Friday, November 2, 2012) All District schools and offices will be open for students in Grades K-11 on: •Monday, June 10, 2013 (will Sports ......................6 & 7

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Pete G. Ossip..................3

Obituaries ...................14

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be used for the cancellation on Monday, January 28, 2013, for students in grades K-11) High School: •Students in grade 12 must report to school on Graduation Project Day, Friday, May 24, 2013, from 7:24 a.m. until 10:35 a.m. Graduation information, the senior class presentation, and end of year activities will be discussed. Students in grades 9 and 10 will not report to school on this day. Continued on page 19

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developed, and implemented a student run, organic vegetable garden to provide locally grown, healthy food to the student body while educating the broader community in Plymouth Meeting, Montgomery County. The 2012 recipient, Ashley Funk, founded get your Girl Scout cookies, Pollution Patrol, a club of high gang. They’re just about fin- school student volunteers ished, and maybe we can help who routinely clean up litter them reach their goal. I have a and illegal dumps in Mount hard time figuring which kind Pleasant Borough and TownI like best. Reckon the best ship, Westmoreland County. move is to buy one of each. Ms. Funk also worked to esThat oughta do it. . . . Daylight tablish an effective recycling Saving Time came around on program at the Mount PleasSunday. I have one of those ant Junior and Senior High new-fangled alarm clocks that schools and assisted Mount automatically goes the hour Pleasant Borough with forward on DST and back- launching a curbside recyward on EST. I know for sure, cling program. ‘cause I stirred Elmira up and Applications are due May woke 30 seconds before 2:00 1, 2013. Application forms a.m. Sunday and saw the digi- are available electronically at tal go from 1:59 to 3:00. Sure http://keeppabeautiful.org/ beats winding up or down! Awards/SueWiseman.aspx or And we were right on time for by calling the Keep Pennsylchurch, too. . . . Hey, kids! Get vania Beautiful office at 877your crayons out. I see Ahart’s 772-3673. has an Easter bunny for you to color in, and maybe win a Revolving credit plan: Evprize. . . . I hear John Yurish ery time you turn around you is lining up his council peo- have to make payment. ple over Northampton way to stuff those eggs for their community egg hunt coming up real soon. I think it’s next Saturday, the 24th. Ahart’s is hosting the big egg hunt here in town this Saturday too. Let’s hope it doesn’t rain or they will have to make it up on Sunday. The kids love it, and so do their parents when they watch the little ones scrambling all around in the field. . . .We don’t have MLB on our TV, so we didn’t see any Phillies action until last Saturday on Channel 17. Can’t wait to see the regular action. It won’t be long now, just a couple weeks until the season starts. . . .Spring must be almost here. I see Elmira has that gleam in her eye for spring housecleaning, and I gotta do the windows. Oh well. See ya!

Gab Over the Fence by Pete G. Ossip Man oh man, those two days of sunshine and warmer weather on Saturday and Sunday sure were welcome. And even though it turned cloudy on Monday, we’re that much closer to spring. I’m ready!! Haven’t seen any robins as yet, but they’ll show up sooner or later. When they appear, and daffodils break ground, then we’ll know spring is here. The leaves on trees will follow, along with cutting grass. . . . The fellows with snowplows on their pickup trucks were short-changed again this winter around here. Sorry, but that’s weather for you. . . . There’s still plenty of man-made snow up on the Blue Mountain Ski Area to enjoy, and when the air is warmer, it’s that much more enjoyable. . . .Just heard that Paul Silvius passed away. He was a faithful church member and Mason, and did his part in the borough for lots of years. Our sympathies to Richard and Barbara, his kids, and of course to the grandchildren. We’ll miss Paul. . . . Better

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ful is now accepting applications for the Sue Wiseman Scholarship, an annual $1,000 scholarship that recognizes youth who have demonstrated leadership and shown exceptional commitment and dedication to improving their community. The Sue Wiseman Scholarship is open to Pennsylvania high school seniors who have initiated and carried out a personal project that addresses one of Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful’s focus areas of Prevent It, Clean It, or Keep It. Projects can include, but are not limited to: community cleanups, plantings and beautification efforts, community recycling efforts, community education, or other ways to make your community clean, beautiful, and vibrant. Projects that improve and involve the community and whose benefits are long lasting will be given precedence. Since 2003, many wonderful applications have been submitted. The 2011 Sue Wiseman Scholarship recipient was Ross Levin, who designed,

Civil War Meeting

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Caitlyn Kohl & Bobby Siegfried Caitlyn Kohl, of Allentown, and Bobby Siegfried, of Bath, along with their parents Skip and Tracy Kohl and Bob and Kathy Siegfried, are pleased to announce their engagement. Caitlyn is a graduate of Parkland High School and Bloomsburg University and is employed by Suburban EMS. Bobby is a graduate of Northampton High School, West Chester University and Lehigh University. He is employed by Lehigh University. A September 6, 2013 wedding is planned.

Alixandra Zaremby & Scott Siegried Alixandra Zaremby, of Lake Worth, FL and Scott Siegfried, of Bath, along with their parents Fred and Laurel Zaremby and Bob and Kathy Siegfried, are pleased to announce their engagement. Alix is a graduate of Park Vista High School and the University of Florida. Scott is a graduate of Northampton High School and Lehigh University. The couple are both employed as industrial engineers with Southwire Company and reside in Douglasville, Georgia. A May 24, 2014 wedding is planned.

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Long before we had prescriptions, elixirs and concoctions, we had natural healing with the use of manual manipulation and the laying of hands. This laying of hands on the body to manually correct ailments is nothing new as it goes back thousands of years. It is not for debate; the healing ability of human hands on another is potent. I see it every day and I bet most of you do as well. In our modern high tech world, touch is being lost. While communication on all levels has increased dramatically I am not sure we are better off for it. I would rather see less verbal communication and more heart to heart connection. The most direct way to achieve this is through a loving, gentle, and empathetic touch of another. As a chiropractor I am blessed with being able to touch others every day while being the recipient of such loving touches. That is one of the reasons I believe I will live well past my 100th birthday. If I am wrong then I am wrong, yet I will be living in the daily joy of connection to those around me. My wife, Stacey, who is a licensed massage therapist in our office, also enjoys the privilege of helping others through contact as well. It is powerful. There is something to the notion that our bodies emit a life force, energy if you will, that washes over another in the general vicinity and specifically onto those we actually touch. If this sounds strange to you then you must rethink it! Our energy, our touch impacts everyone and everything around us. I have read where the rhythmic beating of one person heart can be read by machine analysis in another person’s brainwave if they are touching. Amazing. This tells me that when you touch someone you actually can affect their heart rhythm or perhaps even their brain functioning. Imagine that! A hug, a kiss, a handshake, a simple brush on the shoulder, an embrace, a soothing stroke: they all have powerful effects on the body! A chiropractic adjustment stimulates the immune system and nervous system just for starters! The emotional and psychological components are oftentimes dramatic as well. Yes, hands-on the body

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is amazing and never gets old. My guess is that a few of you are thinking that while the laying of hands can restore health that it can also inflict illness and injury. You are correct it can as we all have seen. Aggressive physical assault is damaging yet so is the withholding of ones touch. The balance of appropriate touch cannot be understated. One of the reasons for this week’s article is that recently I made a personal commitment to hug a particular individual every day for the next thirty days. She won’t read this article and she doesn’t know I am about to consistently release “the love”, so I am safe to discuss here. This person has been upset, angry, discontent, and frustrated. She is lovely yet is at a fork in the road for where her life is taking her and I can see how the unknown is impacting her. Yes, talking and listening is vitally important. So is lovingly mentoring. In the end however, the decision for the next step in life is ultimately hers and the best gift I can give is embrace. Peace be with us all. “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.

Children’s book Promotes an early Interest in literacy Pennsylvania One Book, Every Young Child 2013 is a collaborative project highlighting the importance of early literacy development in preschoolers. To participate in this effort, the Northampton Area Public Library, 1615 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, is sponsoring a family story and craft time featuring The Bus for Us by Suzanne Bloom; “A delightful picture book introducing Gus, Tess, a variety of vehicles, school mates, pets, and many interactions found in waiting for the school bus.” This family story and craft will take place on Tuesday, April 16 at 10:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m. or Wednesday, April 17 at 10:00 a.m. Please join us for stories, games and activities. Registration for the program began on Monday, March 11. The programs are filled on a first-come, firstserve basis. A current library card is needed to register the family. For more information call 610-262-7537.

Northampton Area Public Library Programs

• Saturday March 16 from 1-3 p.m. the Northampton Area Public Library will welcome Star Wars costumed characters from the 501st Le-

Read Across America Celebrated in middle school The students at Northampton Middle School celebrated Read Across America week during the first full week of March. The weeklong celebration coincides with Dr. Suess’s birthday. The students raised gion, Garrison Carida. Droids and Storm troopers will have a fun presentation. There will be door prizes, trivia games, refreshments and the characters will pose for photos with the children (and adults!). • On Thursday March 28 the NASD High School Drama Club will be presenting a storytime, in costume, with stories and songs from their spring musical "Seussical the Musical".

$251.50, and 215 cans for the Northampton Food Bank. Many teachers gave great incentives to their students for bringing in canned goods. Ms. Transue challenged her team to bring in a can or a dollar and in exchange receive a blue Lehigh Raffle Ticket. One student brought in $20 and received 20 tickets!! Mrs. Newhart, Mrs. Philbin and others brought in a number of cans and allowed students to use them to "Can their Fine", then they donated the extras not needed by the students (Mrs. Newhart donated 24 cans of soup!) Mrs. Jones offered a free homework pass to any student who brought in a can for the food bank.

Attention Met-Ed Customers

State Rep. Marcia Hahn said this week that there are individuals in the Monroe/ Pike County area reportedly going door to door, identifying themselves as Met-Ed employees and asking to see residents’ electric bill. In one particular case, the customers were elderly and the perpetrators claimed they were checking to see if they were receiving all the discounts to which they are entitled. “I cannot say for sure if they requested entry or what their scheme is. My concern is they may not limit their efforts to the Monroe/Pike County area. With that possibility in mind, I am forwarding to you some

reminders of what Met-Ed does and does not do,” Hahn said. • Met-Ed does not go door to door. • Met-Ed does not ask to come into your home, unless your meter is inside the house. • Met-Ed employees and contractors wear photo ID badges. Please ask them to show you proper identification. • Met-Ed vehicles are clearly marked. If you are suspicious, call Met-Ed at 1-800-545-7741 to find out if they are working in the area. You should also call 911 to report suspicious activity.

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Love Never Fails at Traditions of Hanover

On Thursday, February 7, Traditions of Hanover Independent Living hosted a heartfelt and joyous celebration honoring the tradition of love and marriage. Over 150 seniors danced and enjoyed the sounds of Lehigh Valley’s King Henry. During the intermission, as dancers rested their feet, Pastor Phil Yerrington, of Bible Fellowship Church and Community in Whitehall, Pa.,

shared reflections on marriage from the Bible. Many shed tears of joy as 12 couples came to the dance floor to renew their wedding vows. Residents of Traditions of Hanover, Mr. & Mrs. John Letcher were among those couples. With 56 years of wedded bliss, Kathryn Letcher said, “This dance and vow renewal was a nice activity and a lot of fun. Traditions of Hanover does a lot of activities during the year and this was a good

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It was good to see veteran golfer Phil Mickelson begin the year with a score no one else in thetournament approached--leading the field by six strokes on one of the final days. Mickelson is a favorite among millions because he’s

an admired family man. And when he won the Masters two out of three years (2004 and 2006) that settled any doubts about him being one of the game’s all-time greats. The biggest surprise winner of the Masters--many consider it top-ranked tournament in golf--was Jack Nicklaus, who won the tournament in 1986. Why was this a surprise? Nicklaus had first won it in 1963. Twenty three years had passed since his first Masters’ win. No one has matched that span in Masters history. Many, of course, think Nicklaus golf’s greatest

Bath Lutheran beats UCC In series, dropping them

Bath’s two teams played each other on Monday in the Suburban Inter-Church Dart Baseball League. The two wins that St. John’s Lutheran had by identical 7-4 scores dropped Christ UCC from 5th place to 9th in the standings. Their only win was 4-3. Hitting for the Bath Lutherans were Don Miller, 7 for 14; Matt Creyer, 6 for 13; Mike Thorpe, 5 for 14, and Doug Moser, a 2-run homer. UCC: Greg Pokorny, 6 for 12; Ron Wagner, 5 for 15, and Jared Pokorny, a home run. St. Paul’s UCC of Northampton lost two, but has a good lead over Ebenezer Bible Fellowship. The Northampton team lost 10-6 and 5-1 before winning 11-3 at Dryland-Trinity, Hecktown. The winners had Bernie Yurko, 8 for 12; Lou Devarius, 7 for 12; Larry Golick, 5 for 12, and Butch Silfies, a homer. St. Paul’s: Dave Clark, 7 for 13, and Jason Goss, 5 for 13. Salem Lutheran, Bethlehem, won 11-4, then lost 6-3 and 2-1 at St. Stephen’s Lutheran, Bethlehem. Salem: Kyle Taylor, 8 for 12; Bill Hoke, Sr., 7 for 13; Bill Hoke, Jr., 5 for 14. St. Stephen’s: Ryan Hoysan and Ed Wychuck,

both 5 for 12, and Josh Buczynski, 4 for 8. Emmanuel EC, Bethlehem, won 7-0 and 4-1 before losing 2-0 at Farmersville. Emmanuel: G. Mike, 7 for 13, and Jim Hill, 5 for 13. Farmersville: Dave Campbell and Dennis Koehler, both 4 for 10. Messiah Lutheran, Bethlehem, swept Trinity Lutheran in Bangor 6-1, 6-1 and 2-1 with a flurry of homers. Rick Hasonich went 5 for 12 including a 3-run homer; Dave Casey, a solo homer; and Dick Miller, two home runs, one a grand slam. Trinity: Harold Wambold and Larry Fehnel, both 4 for 12. Salem UCC, Moorestown, lost 5-4, won 7-5, and lost 12-5 at Ebenezer. Salem: Bruce Roth, 6 for 13; Bob Krause, 6 for 15 with a homer; Phil Roth, 5 for 8; Chris Remaley, 5 for 12; Jack Troxell and Larry Bush, both 5 for 15, with one of Bush’s hits a homer; and pinch hitter Mitch Thomas, 2 for 2. Ebenezer: Eric Miller, 9 for 14; Carol Voortman, 6 for 12; Jim Voortman and Nick Pacchioni, 6 for 14; Carl Fraley, 5 for 12 and the cycle; Kamja Kalobi, two homers, one for three runs; and Seth Miller, a homer.

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Donations are now being accepted to purchase fish for stocking. Donations can be sent to: Bath Area Fish Committee Creek clean-up help needed Sat & Sun afternoons through March PO BOX 143, Bath, PA 18014 Call Pete: 610-730-7673 or Ozzie: 610-969-8730

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Bath Bowling Team 4 Still Alone At Top in Bath Die Hards League Team 4 with another 4 to 0 win distanced themselves from Team 1 on March 6 in the Bath Die Hards League. Terry Bartholomew rolled a 708 series, followed by Kenneth Grube, 517, and Kathy Grube, 455. They won it over Team 5, who had Bob C. Kosman, 512. Runner-up Team 1 in second, had Brenda Deily, 506; Bob R. Kosman, 500, and Joe Bachman, 432, as they lost 1 to 3 to Team 8 with their Gerald Bartholomew, 629; Mike Swope, 614; Amanda Leindecker, 497, and Charmaine Bartholomew, 444.. Team 2 was one of four teams with the splits. Playing to a 2 to 2 tie, they had Michelle Tirrell, 432; Art Bruch, 428, and Sam Strouse, 403. Team 7, also 2 to 2, had Charles Kosman, 514, and Charlene Fassl, 429. Team 6, with a 2 to 2 night, had Rick Deily, 514; Jim Stevens, 429, and Sherry Longley, 412. Holding upt he league, also with a 2 to 2 night, was Team 3 with Bobby Lou Snyder, 466, and Polly Kosman, 452. STANDINGS Team 4 Team 1 Team 2 Team 7 Team 5 Team 6 Team 8 Team 3

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Scherline and SL Plastic Tie in Bath Industrial League SL Plastic won 4-0 over Harhart’s in week 26 of the

Bath Industrial League to gain a tie with Scherline who has been holding first place. SL had Evan Rehrig (237-204) 635. Hahart’s: Butch Holland Sr (201) 561, Nate Meixsell 527, George Hyde (214) 522 and Bob Sipple 516. Scherline & Associates won 3-1 over Taylor Honey. They had Jeff Kerbacher (269-235213) 717, Steve Kerbacher (223-206) 622, Harvey Rissmiller (246-207) 620, Frank Yeakel 524 and John Kerebacher 506. Taylor had Ed Taylor (249-202) 618, Scott Frielboln 538, Jack Troxell 532. Hecktown held onto third place with 3a -1 win over Arndt Construction; Ken Hoelle (232-211) 616, Matt Paulus (234) 601, Stan Zurowski (202) 589, Andy Schwartz (211) 551, and Terry Koch (201) 531. Arndt had Jason Benner (237200) 636, Bob Adams (236-214) 621, Marty Beal (209) 550 and Don Arndt 514. Old Dairy downed G&L Sign Factory 4 to 0 with John Schwartz (264) 649, Warren Nelson 525 and Tim Benway (262) 524. G&L: Mike Reese (238-201)601, Jason Eberts 567, Paul Duda 540, and Bob Sahaydak 527.

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Maxx Amusements Takes Over Lead in Bath Commercial With a 4 to 0 victory over Daku Auto Body, Maxx Amusements climbed back into first place in the Bath Commercial Bowling League, as of week 24. They were led by Andy Edelman, 230-203– 608; George Hyde, 219–575; Randy Frey, 226–555; Bill Bachman, 204–555; and Russ Hank, 521. Daku: Bob Daku, 226–619; Al Davidson, 206-222–599; Bob Davidson, 203–563; Rich Mutarelli, 531. Bath Supply fell out of first in tying Old Dairy, 2 to 2. Supply: Jeff Kerbacher, 225-206200–631; Steve Kerbacher, 256–627; Frank Yeakel, 24–594; Brent Connolly, 211–546; Harvey Rissmiller, 203–521. Old Dairy: Bill Neidig, 213-227– 632; John Kerbacher, 216–576; Ed Bernatovich, 210–544; Rich Continued on page 7

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Trout Season Begins March 30 Here in Southeast

Northampton County is one of several counties here in the southeast side of Pennsylvania that will have an early trout season. It will open at 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 30, two weeks earlier than other parts of the state, supposedly because of warmer water conditions. Waterways Conservation Officers Jeff Sabo from Northampton County and Lee Creyer in Lehigh County have been busy with their volunteer helpers in stocking area streams. Many of the trout come from the Bellefonte Trout Hatchery, a facility that is ticketed for closing by the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission in two years as a cost-saving measure. We learned this at a recent Southeast Division meeting, and only a miracle of increased funding could prevent it. Too bad, it has been a great trout hatchery for the PFBC and was to be updated to suit DCNR over any pollution. Whatever the case, this year the PFBC will be stocking 3.2 million adult trout in 735 streams and 123 lakes that are open for public fishing through the state. Broken down in species, there will be 1.84 million rainbow trout, 836,000 brown trout, and 509,000 brookies. They’ll average about 11 inches. Just received word that the Bath Area Fish Committee will do their share of stocking for the youngsters’ contest in the Monocacy Creek for the days of April 13 and 14.

Hunting Seminars At Cabela’s Set For This Weekend

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Lauren’s Hope Foundation Annual Wrestling Tournament Place Winners, 2013 Moore Twp. Billy Stuhldreher - Champ Mason Haupt - 2nd Christian Lohenitz - Champ Cael Anderko - 4th Blaise Wagner - 2nd Patrick Yagerhofer - 2nd Alex Hanley - Champ Ryan Stilgenbauer - Champ Samuel Hanley - 3rd Erik Schreck - 4th Ed Novoa - 4th Shaun Miller - 3rd Brock Wandler - 4th Jake Flood - Champ Blake Lambert - Champ

Ayden Spence - 4th Trey Miletics - 4th Dane Birosik - 4th CJ Fritz - 3rd Braedan Gehris - 4th Logan Darabaris - 4th Mike Kistler - Champ

Lehigh Twp. Austin Noe - Champ Nhian Gehris - 2nd Aidan Micheli - 4th

Nazareth Jake Doone - 4th Matthew Burton - 2nd Brady Bast - 4th

Northampton County Miracle League Open House

NAA Tyler Brearman - Champ Landon Muth - 2nd Patrick Snoke - 4th Noah Reichelderfer - 3rd Nick Schoenenberger - 2nd Mike Kuzio - 3rd Devon Britton - Champ

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High Scores at Bath Legion Lanes Outstanding scores for the week of March 3 at the Bath Legion Lanes were as follows: MEN – 600 & HIGHER: Adam Anthony, 737; Andre Martin, 655/706; Jeff Kerbacher, 631/717; Terry Bartholomew, 652/708; Kyle Reaser, 685; Mark Moyer, 668; Kyle Weaver, 664; Ryan Flick, 635/651; R. J. Ptaky, 649; John Schwartz, 649; Lyle Howell, 649; Peter Rex, 643; Bill Bachman, 602/621/639; Brent Bartholomew, 651; Bob Adams, 621/665; Bill Neidig, 632; Marty Csencsits, 657; Evan Rehrig, 635; Jason Benner, 636; Art Flegler, 631; Joe Smith, 642. WOMEN – 500 & Higher: Donna Kemmerer, 586; Mary Beth Eby, 551; Dee Allogio, 508; Brenda Deily, 506.

Management Seminar” on Friday, April 5th at 7 p.m. in the Lappawinzo Fish & Game quarters at 25 Lappawinzo Rd., Northampton. Guest speakers will be Dan Lynch, a wildlife education specialist and deputy WCO from the Pa. Game Commission, and Bob Erickson, NWTF Director of Conservation Operations. Pa. Trappers Assoc. District 10 will also be there to show the most effective sets for taking canines in numbers. There’s a $5 donation or free to present NWTF members, and kids 17 and under are free. Food and drink will be available. Doors open at 6:30, so come out and learn a lot. If you have questions, call Jeremy Smith at 484-951-6921 or Katrina at 610-760-1689.

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Game Commission Recruits 30th WCO Class

Pennsylvania Game Commission Executive Director Carl G. Roe today announced the agency is preparing to recruit applicants for its 30th Class of Wildlife Conservation Officer Cadets, which is slated to begin in March of 2014. The application process is set to run for 30 days beginning March 6, 2013 or until 600 applications are received, whichever occurs first. Online applications may be submitted via the State Civil Service Commission’s website (www. scsc.state.pa.us). However, no applications will be accepted until the test announcement is issued by the Civil Service Commission. Announcements may be viewed on the Civil Service Commission’s website, click on “Job Seekers,” then select “Law Enforcement, Investigation and Safety,” and scroll down to the listing for “Wildlife Conservation Officer Cadet.” For additional information regard-

Congrats to Braden Turner. He finished 6th at the NCAA Continued from page 6 DII Nationals wrestling trout fishing tactics, followed tournament held this past by another seminar on “East- weekend in Birmingham, ern Turkey Hunting Tactics” Alabama. Braden attained with Nate Hosie; then a noon All-American status with his seminar on how to film your win. hunting trip, and finally It’s not pace we object to, “Long Distance Shooting” by champion shooter Bill Goad only the nervous tension that and custom rifle maker Mark goes with it. Banser at 1 p.m. Most of the same topics will be covered again on Sunday. Cabela’s is labeling the event Spring Great Outdoors Days that covers a time period from March 14 to 24. In addition to the seminars, they’ll have demonstrations and exhibits. Fishing and hunting – two of our greatest sports in 429 E. Main & Broad Streets America! Bath * 610-837-9720

Trucksess, 524. Northampton County Valley Inspection Service is Miracle League will hold an third and won 3 to 1 over Sunopen house from 1:00 p.m. nieside Landscaping, with -3:00 p.m. on April 27th at the Terry Bartholomew, 242–618; Charles Chrin Community Dino Carfara, 214–598; Gerald Center, located at 4100 Green Bartholomew, 210–574; Glen Pond Rd. - Palmer Township. Croll, 203-213–570. SunnieRegistrations for players side: Ryan Flick, 213-242–635; (Boys & Girls) ages 5 and Adam Anthony, 224-205–620; Older will be held. They are Chris Hoysan, 202–580; Anton also looking for Angels and Boronski, 203–574; Nate MeiVolunteers. Get ready for the xsell, 200–548. season with batting practice! Team Smith clipped the For more information con- Rice Family, 3 to 1, as Joe Wild Turkeys and tact Dan McKinney or Aman- Smith hit 208-245–642; Scott da Sechrist at (610) 252-1505 Predator Weinberg, 225-204–621; Al Weinberg, 525. Rice: Andy Management Rice, 220–576, and Dale Fye, The long-term solution to 525. maintaining wild turkey popHokendauqua Chapter of ulations at huntable levels Trout Unlimited will be meet- STANDINGS W L will be dependent not only ing at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday Maxx Amusements 23 13 on predator control, but also March 20 at the Catasauqua Bath Supply 22 14 on man’s activities and good High School Rm C219. The Valley Inspection Svc. 21 15 habitat management. program will be presented by Team Smith 19 17 That’s what folks like KaSamantha Kutskel. For more S’side Landscaping 18 18 trina Skrapits and Eddie information, please contact Daku Auto Body 16 20 Tanczos and their fellow 610-262-7598. Rice Family 14 22 members of the Walking PurOld Dairy 11 25 chase Chapter, National Wild Turkey Federation, believe. That’s why they’re having a “Wild Turkey and Predator MOUNT BETHEL VOL. FIRE CO.

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ing the recruitment process, life as a Cadet and duties of a Wildlife Conservation Officer, please visit the Game Commission’s website (www. pgc.state.pa.us). Wildlife Conservation Officers are covered by the Civil Service Act of Pennsylvania. Applicants for these positions must be in excellent physical condition, have knowledge of hunting and outdoor activities, and be able to maintain an effective working relationship with associates and the general public. Employees in this classification are selected and appointed following a competitive examination conducted by the Civil Service Commission. Officers begin their careers as Cadets assigned to the Ross Leffler School

of Conservation, the Game Commission's in-service training school located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Wildlife Conservation Officer Cadet classes are periodically recruited as necessary to maintain the complement of field personnel. Applicants must be: a resident of Pennsylvania; have a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalency; at least 21 years of age by March 1, 2014; possess a valid Pennsylvania driver's license; and pass competitive written and oral examinations administered by the Civil Service Commission. Those interested in enrolling also must have possessed a hunting or furtaking license for two license years as of March 1, 2013. Any offer of employment is conditional upon successful completion of medical, vision, hearing, physical, strength, stress, agility

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and swimming tests, which include swimming for 100 yards and treading water for five minutes. A confidential pre-employment background and character investigation will be completed on all applicants considered for appointment. After being accepted for employment, Wildlife Conservation Officer Cadets are required to complete an intensive 50-week training program conducted at the Training School. Currently, Cadets are paid $1,173 bi-weekly and receive a standard Commonwealth employee benefits package. Lodging and meals are provided at the Training School at no charge. During weekdays, Cadets are required to reside at the school. Weekends are generally free of duty. On dutyfree weekends, Cadets must vacate the training school. Housing accommodations for the families of Cadets are not available. Absences may be granted only under emergency conditions or as the training schedule may permit. Major subject areas of instruction include: wildlife management; law enforcement; principles and methods; wildlife laws and regulations; land management practices; public relations and conservation education; firearms training and unarmed self-defense; and agency administrative procedures. In addition to classroom studies, the training program includes temporary field assignments with experienced officers. Field training provides Cadets with practical experi-

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ence in law enforcement and other duties performed by Wildlife Conservation Officers. Cadets are reimbursed for authorized expenses incurred on these assignments. Upon successfully completing the training program, Cadets are promoted to the position of Wildlife Conservation Officer and are assigned to fill vacancies throughout the Commonwealth. The current annual starting salary for a Wildlife Conservation Officer is $38,995. Wildlife Conservation Officers are responsible for administering a wide variety of Commission programs within an assigned district of about 350 square miles. Primary duties include law enforcement, responding to wildlife conflicts, conservation education, and administration of the Hunter-Trapper Education program. Officers also are responsible for directing and training part-time Deputy Wildlife Conservation Officers. The Game Commission provides all necessary equipment for Wildlife Conservation Officers to perform their duties; uniforms, firearms, a fully-equipped automobile, personal computer and office furnishings. Officers work from their residences and are subsidized for rental of office space. Wildlife Conservation Officers work under the supervision of a Regional Director and supervisory staff. Officers generally work 40 hours per week and are eligible for overtime under certain conditions. Hours of work vary and often include nights, weekends and holidays. The Pennsylvania Game Commission is an equal opportunity employer.

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Daylight Saving Time will be here soon! Don’t forget to “spring” your clocks ahead one hour at bedtime on Saturday night, March 9th, so you are ready for Sunday morning, March 10th!

www.HomeNewsPA.com Facts from the Pennsylvania Game Commission: In 1930, Ross Leffler, the thenpresident of the Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners, proposed the establishment of a training school for “Game Protectors,” as they were called at that time. When the training school opened its doors in Brockway, Jefferson County, in 1932, it was the first such conservation officer training school in the world and served as a model for other states. From 1932 until 1935, the Ross Leffler School of Conservation offered in-service training for Game Protectors. The Commission voted to make the school a permanent facility and enrolled its first class of Cadets in 1936, and continued training new classes at this facility until 1986. In 1987, the training school was moved to the Harrisburg headquarters, which had just opened the doors to its current facility in Susquehanna Township, Dauphin County.

Candidates for County Council And Executive

Several candidates have announced their intentions to run for Northampton County Council and County Executive the Spring Primary election on May 14 Ron Heckman announced his candidacy for Northampton County Council in the spring primary election on the Democratic ticket. Glenn A. Geissinger, currently of Plainfield Township, will be seeking nomination as a member of the Republican Party during the primary election. Hayden Phillips of Lower Nazareth Township announces his candidacy for Northampton County Council as a Republican. Frank Hesch III announced his candidacy for a seat on Northampton County Council the GOP ticket. Glenn Reibman announced his candidacy for Northampton County Executive.

Sports Quiz 1. Who is Brad Keselowski? 2. How is Tim Tebow in the news? 3. Who is Bruce Randon? 4. Who is Juan Sandoval? 5. What A.L. team had worst record in 47 years in 2012? Answers: 1. Champion NASCAR racer. 2. Famous footballer cancelled visit when pastor criticized gays. 3. Rookie 100-mile pitcher with Detroit. 4. Rookie one-eye Tampa Bay pitcher. 5. The Boston Red Sox.

BATH AREA BATH BORO – EAST ALLEN TWSP. – MOORE TWSP. – CHAPMAN BORO Earth Day Clean-Up Earth Day Community

Wide Clean Up will be held throughout the Borough of Bath on Saturday, April 20th from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Participants will meet at the gazebo in Keystone Park at 9 a.m. and are asked to bring rakes, brooms and dustpans to assist in the clean up. Groups will work on the various parks and sections of the borough. All participants will receive a complimentary hot dog and soda back at the gazebo following the clean-up activities at 11 a.m.

Help for Veterans By State Representative

Marcia Hahn 138th Legislative District Northampton County is home to more than 20,000 veterans, according to the Department of Veterans Affairs. With that in mind, I am continuing in March a service which I began last year. Frederick Smith, a service officer with the American Legion, will hold outreach hours on Wednesday, March 13, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., in my district office, located at

354 West Moorestown Road, Nazareth. This is an opportunity for all veterans in the district to receive assistance and obtain information pertaining to specific benefits and programs. Anyone interested in meeting with him that day should make an appointment in advance. To do so, or to discuss any other legislative issue, please call my district office at (610) 746-2100. My staff and I appreciate all that our veterans have done for us and our country. We are happy to give them a chance to have their individual questions addressed on a one-to-one basis.

Museum open

Bath Museum (located in the Bath Boro Building) at Penn & Washington Streets will be open on Saturday, March 16 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The Museum is handicapped accessible and admission to the museum is free.

Community Bank Week Coming!

It’s that time of year again! PACB is pleased to announce the theme for Community Banking Week 2013: “Making a Difference on Main Street.” Community Banking Week will be celebrated from April 8-13, 2013, as part of the national Community Banking Month.

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The park commission has had authority in running Appalachian Park in the township since 1984. • Three developments were approved for letters of credit reductions: Scenic View Phase III, Manors at Moore, and Cottonwood Crest Phase IV, with 18-month security. Crestview Lane in Cottonwood Crest IV will be dedicated. • Improvements agreement extensions were granted for S & S Custom Homes and Pheasant Ridge Phase II until Dec. 31, 2013. • The board also okayed a 2-lot merger of the property of Dale and Dorothy Saltzer on W. Beersville Road. • Magisterial action may be

taken for non-payment of bills by Richard Appert and Wagner Enterprises. • Most of six waivers were approved on a project at Emmanuel’s Lutheran Church. Waivers on storm water management and location of a pipe inlet were approved for Ridgewood. • Reports of the Klecknersville Rangers Vol. Fire Co. on fire and ambulance calls were given as follows by Jason Harhart for February: Fire calls, 16 (2 fires, 5 accidents, 2 fire police, 3 automatic fire alarms, 1 CO2 alarm, 1 pump detail) with 132 man-hours; 22 ambulance calls with 64 man-hours; 96 man-hours in fire and ambulance training

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Authority is hiring a part-time secretary and a part-time driver. • The Environmental Advisory Council of the township will have a recycling day on June 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. • The township is amending the zoning ordinance repealing the park commission and putting it in with the EAC.

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Senior Citizens Northampton County Area on Aging Hot Menu 3/14 – Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Irish Beef Barley Soup; Corned Beef & Cabbage; Boiled Potatoes; Emerald Isle Salad; Wheat Roll w/Marg; Shamrock Pie 3/15 – Baked Ziti; Italian Blend Vegetables; Tossed Greens w/Italian Dressing; Italian Bread w/Marg; Applesauce 3/18 – Hungarian Goulash; Extra Wide Noodles; Wax Beans; Wheat Bread w/Marg; Fresh Fruit Cup 3/19 – Baked Meatloaf w/

Gravy; Au Gratin Potatoes; Red Beets; Wheat Bread w/ Marg; Birthday Cake; Vanilla Ice Cream 3/20 – Red Pepper Bisque; Chicken Stir Fry; Brown Rice; Waldorf Salad; Whole Grain Bread w/Marg; Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Northampton Senior Center Director: Krista Ambrosino Meal Reservation: 610-2624977 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30-1:30 3/14 – Cards/Puzzles; 9:30 Morning Stretch; 11:00 Music w/Steve; Noon Lunch; Bakery

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Corner after Lunch 3/15 – Cards/Puzzles; 9:30-11:00 Needlecraft; 11:30 Lunch; “Green” Bingo After Lunch, “Ides of March!” Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! 3/18-3/22 – Center Closed this Week! Mid-County Senior Center 234 Walnut Street Bath Director: Susan Miller Meal Reservations: 610837-1931 Hours 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. 3/14 –9:00 Pool/Cards/ Games/Puzzles; 10:15 Singa-Long; 11:30 Lunch; 12:30 Penny Bingo 3/15 – 9:00 Pool/Cards/ Games; 11:30 Lunch; 12:15 Pinochle; 12:30 Games 3/18 – 9:00 Pool/Cards/ Games/Puzzles; 11:30 Lunch 3/19 – 9:00 Pool/Cards/ Games/Puzzles; 9:45 Exercise; 11:30 Lunch; 12:30 Bingo 3/20 – 9:00 Pool/Cards/ Games/Puzzles & Sewing for Gracedale; 11:30 Lunch; 12:30 Crafts/Ceramics Cherryville Senior Center Director: Edith Knauss Meal Reservations: 610767-2977 by 9:30 A.M Hours 9 a.m.– 2 p.m. 3/14 – St. Patrick’s Day Party 3/15 – 12:30 Sing-A-Long 3/18 – 10:30 Gentle Exercise; 12:30 Duck Races 3/19 – 12:00 Hinkle Family; “Birthday Day” 3/20 – 12:30 Regular Bingo Nazareth Senior Center 15 South Wood Street, Nazareth Director: Oliver C. Border House Meal Reservations:: 610759-8255 Hours: Mon. – Fri. 8a.m. – 1:30p.m. 3/14 – 9:00-12:00 Tax Assistance; “St. Patrick’s Day Party” 3/15 – 9:30 Bakery Corner; 10:00 Bingo 3/18 – 9:30 Crochet Class; 6:00 Hoagie & Movie 3/19 – 10:00 Exercise w/ Marion; 10:00 Bonus Bingo; Birthday Cake & IC 3/20 – 9:00 Bakery Corner; 10:00 Pinochle Group

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Are You Unable to Cook for Yourself? Meals on Wheels can help. Nutritious, home-delivered meals are available to seniors and adults with disabilities, and to those who may be recuperating from an illness or recent hospital stay. (Grocery Shopping and frozen meals featuring 15 different Chef Pack entrees are available in Northampton County.) All services are available on both a short-term and long-term basis.

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Community members will soon get the opportunity to refresh their driving skills, thanks to Traditions of Hanover Independent Living and AARP. Traditions of Hanover will hold an AARP Safe Driver Initial Course on Tuesday, March 19 & Wednesday, March 20 from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Successful completion can result in discounts on car insurance and the elimination of one point on your license (contact your insurance agent for details). The course is available to drivers, age 50

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NORTHAMPTON AREA NORTHAMPTON BORO – ALLEN TWSP. – LEHIGH TWSP. Full-time police officer Sworn in at meeting By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News

Mayor Thomas Reenock administered the oath of office to Christopher Fredericks as a full-time officer in the Northampton Police Department on Thursday at Borough Council meeting. Members of Fredericks’ family were present as he was sworn in. Chief of Police Ronald Morey said that now the department’s police force is complete. Other Matters • Council approved having National Utilities Refund, a firm in Northampton man-

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aged by Vincent DeMaio, to audit the borough’s utility bills of the past three years. • Feb. 15 was the final day for a discount on refuse billing, with $865,882 collected up to that date on garbage fees. Discounts given in January and February amounted to $76,025. • A problem was pointed out with trains not stopping at the 10th & Main St. railroad crossing. Boro Manager Gene Zarayko said they formerly would stop, someone would get out of the engine with a flare, and then the en-

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gine would move ahead. Now they just slow down. A meeting was held on Feb. 28 to try to resolve this problem. While local and P.U.C. officials were present, there was no one there from Norfolk Southern Railroad. • Councilman Anthony Lopsonzski, Jr. reported that work has begin on restoring the band shell, damaged in the recent hurricane. However, interior timbers were deteriorated and squirrels chewed on wiring. It will be repaired in time for the March 23 Easter egg hunt that takes part at the municipal park, beginning at 11 a.m. • Councilman Robert McHale reported that the Zoning Hearing Board would meet today (March 14) to discuss an appeal from Newhard Pharmacy for a second wall sign. . . .He said PennDOT was very cooperative in changing the timing of a traffic light at 9th & Main Sts. • Consultant Victor Rodite informed Zarayko that there may be some grant money available for replacing the borough’s gasoline powered pick-up trucks with propane or natural gas powered trucks. Allen Township and North Catasauqua received $70,000 grants from the county, and now Northampton may get a similar grant. It was reported that people may be abusing the Center Street parking lot time period. While the limit is three hours, some are parking cars there all day from 9 to 5. Council President John Yurish said he heard that “Konkrete Kids” may be a finalist for a top school name in the United States.

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ing on March 20, starting at 6 p.m., there will be an election of officers and board members for 2013-2014. They will also celebrate the anniversary of the National Exchange Club.

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approval, (2) General construction contract with Penn Builders for $42,053,500; (3) Mechanical construction contract with Guy M. Cooper, Inc. for $7,855,000; (4) Plumbing construction contract with Jay R. Reynolds for $3,416,700; (5) Electrical construction contract with Wind Gap Electric for $7,499,862; (6) HVAC testing, adjusting and balancing contract with H. T. Lyons for $133,960; (7) Construction waste management contract with Chrin Recycling Management for an amount not to exceed $160,000; (8) Construction testing contract with Advantage Engineers not to exceed $225,000; and (9) Abatement of asbestos contract with Sargent Enterprises for $228,400. Most of the items included the base bid and recommended alternates. Dress Code After Ms. Erdo’s statement about sending the issue back to the policy committee, Director Jean Rundle still wanted more public discussion (she later voted against the

Exchange Club Has flag program

A program on “So Proudly We Hail,” a tribute to the American flag, was given last Wednesday to members of the Northampton Exchange Club at their dinner meeting. Exchange President Kim Billetti presented a flag and plaque to a resident of the borough who flies the U.S. flag daily, and David Altrichter spoke about the flag. Plans are about complete for the spring craft fair that the Exchange will hold on Sunday, March 17 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Northampton Memorial Community Center. At the next dinner meet-

motion). Ms. Erdo said she was out in the community and has received numerous comments by mail and phone. “We need to involve the students, staff and administration,” she said. Director Jennifer Miller suggested, “We need to take a few steps back and see what everybody’s thinking. Small group forums would help.” Director Judy Odenwelder said she thinks people are not against a dress code. Director Dr. Michael Baird said, “There has to be some kind of structural way of how we’re going to handle this,” adding agreement to small forums. “You tell me how we can make this better. I was appalled at what I saw when I went into the school buildings. It looked like some people were going to the beach.” He added, “We need the time. Like in the government, when things get a little difficult, it goes back to committee. Let’s look at the dress code again,” noting that the nine pages that it is now is too much. Ms. Miller said, “Continue to step back and get some input, and come up with something in the middle.” She noted that there are people for change, some against it, and some to let it like it has been. Ms. Erdo felt that there should be no grand discussion at the senior high as had been planned for March 25. Again Ms. Rundle persisted

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Power lifting will now be a championship sport held at the Nazareth Boro Park, hosted by Nazareth Barbell. The board approved the event, which will benefit the Nazareth Area Food Bank, to be held on June 22 from 7a.m. to 5p.m. Other events approved include: Use of the park for the Annual Fireman’s/Kiwanis Carnival from June 12-15, Cancer Awareness event on August 25, Horizons for Youth of Northampton Community

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College for summer camp August 19-24; Vigilance Hose Co. raffle on September 17 and Crime Victims Council of the Lehigh Valley for the annual Rally Through the Valley on Saturday September 15 from 8 to 11 a.m. The board also approved the opening of the yard waste facility from April 2 through November 30. It will be open from noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday but will be closed on Mondays and Fridays.

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Verizon Wireless enhances 4G LTE Network in Nazareth Verizon Wireless recently activated new 4G LTE coverage in Nazareth, further expanding the company’s high-speed wireless data network coverage. The expansion provides increased wireless voice and 4G LTE data coverage north along Broad Street to State Route 4205, south along New Street to Route 248 and east along Mauch Chunk Street. 4G LTE lets Verizon Wireless customers use their 4G LTE-enabled devices to surf the Web, post status updates and photos, share music, and download files at speeds up to 10 times faster than customers on 3G networks. In real-world, fully-loaded network environments, Verizon Wireless customers will be able to use their 4G LTE smartphones, tablets, notebooks, laptop modems and mobile hotspots to experience average data rates of 5 to 12 megabits per second (Mbps) on the

downlink and 2 to 5 Mbps on the uplink. “We’ve always believed the best wireless devices deserve the best wireless network,” said Mario Turco, Philadelphia TriState Region President for Verizon Wireless. “People everywhere are increasingly relying on their tablets, smartphones and apps to stay organized, connected and entertained. Our investment here in the Philadelphia Tri-State region and across the country has kept us ahead of this consumer trend and underscores our belief that 4G LTE delivers the best value to customers by maximizing the performance of their wireless devices.” Verizon Wireless customers can also take advantage of HomeFusion™ Broadband, a solution that leverages the power and speed of the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network to deliver high-speed, in-home Internet Continued on page 14

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Girl Scouts take Part in Sunday Service at UCC

Girl Scout Sunday was observed this week at Christ United Church of Christ in Bath. Attending the morning worship service were members of Daisy Troop 8361 and Junior Troop 8219 and their leaders and siblings. Following the presentation of the colors, Ashley Dronenburg told the congregation the meaning of My Girl Scout Pin. The troops, along with the congregation, responsively gave the Girl Scout Law and Promise. Scriptures were read by Kat Beenders, Jada Johnson and Nicole Hanna. After the sermon by Pastor Frances Merkel on the Prodigal son, the girls gave a Girl Scout litany called “Nobody Told Me.” After the service, the Girl Scout troops hosted a coffee fellowship hour, and sold more of their cookies as they strive to each sell an additional dozen boxes of cookies by March 17 and earn a T-shirt. The Scouts have a cookie stand at Ahart’s Market each weekend during this month of March

Reaching In – Reaching Out

The next Loaves N Fishes Sunday at Nazareth Moravian Church will be on Sunday March 30 at 12 p.m. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. If you are able to help in the kitchen or serve, please contact the Church office.

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that it should have greater discussion. Ms. Odenwelder said, “People had really good ideas. They wanted to get involved.” Director Darin Arthofer commented,“We have to fight through the mentality of the youngsters who want to wear t-shirts and jeans.” Listen, but not talk was what Ms. Erdo and Ms. Miller agreed to, with a broad smile. Supt. Kovalchik said, “The board as a whole has heard the concerns of the community, and agreed that they need to take a step back, and come up with a solid structure. The board of education is the board of education. We value the input of the students and staff. We should be proud of what we have.” It was then he emphasized the issue of greater importance is the middle school. Dr. Baird apologized to the parents who made arrangements for a babysitter so they could attend the meeting, expecting to discuss the dress code. Ms. Erdo added, “It’s important that parents and students come out and see how the school board operates. It IS appreciated.” Other Matters • Kovalchik said that it is planned to have a four-day school week in the summer to save on utility costs. That has been agreed to by the NASD and custodial/teamsters, maintenance/teamsters, support personnel and confidential employees. • Dr. Charlene Brennan explained to the board and public the 2013-14 Colonial In-

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termediate Unit #20 budget, which figures to a 0% increase for the local school district, amounting to $37,870 in a $3,700,000 budget. Kovalchuk said, “The I.U. offers valuable services to all the school districts”. . . .Dr. Mark Erickson told about the Northampton Community College budget, and said he came back to this area from a university presidency because NCC is “incredibly collaborative, student focused, and has an enormous breadth of programs” that provide access to four-year colleges. NCC is marking its 46th anniversary and has a 90% success rate for its graduates. 1,877 students have come from NASD, and the local share of the budget is $2,492. • Kovalchik said the administration should have a report on the new NASD budget by the first meeting in April, for it is difficult not knowing what is happening at the federal and state levels. A lot of information is being gathered, he said, and the estimated millage has been lowered. He also told how PSSA and other tests (some 3,100) that will continue to the end of the school year have an effect on the number of school days lost. • Among final remarks, Ms. Rundle praised the students of Siegfried Elementary School who raised a record amount of money in pennies and other change to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. “For a group of kids, this was really outstanding,” she said, adding that they were “well behaved” at a recent assembly when the drive was completed. The Board approved the following: Resignation of Dale Nester as Assistant Boys Volleyball Coach, effective March 1, 2013. Resignation of Lauren Schneck as Technology Assistant, effective at the end of the day on March 21, 2013. Two hall monitor positions to be stationed at Franklin and Siegfried Elementary Schools with salaries and benefits in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement between NASD and ESPA. Resignation of James Karabasz as Assistant Boys Volleyball Coach, effective March 7, 2013. Attendance of Mrs. Tara Mrazik, three additional chaperones (Ms. Tara Mushko, Mrs. Neali Feimster, and Mr. Ryan Brobst) and 27 members of the Northampton Area High School DECA to the DECA ICDC (International Career Development Conference) competition in Anaheim, CA, on April 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, and 29, 2013. Total

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News Sermonette Pastor Volker Stoeckmann Valleyview Baptist Church

Christ is Alive

In 2010, my wife and I had the wonderful privilege of touring the country of Israel a week before Easter. Among the many sights we enjoyed and learned from was Golgotha’s Hill, the place of Christ’s crucifixion, and the garden tomb, which is just a stone’s throw away. I was blessed to have the opportunity to conduct a service there for our tour group as we praised God for the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the grave. I’ll never forget closing our service with Alfred Ackley’s triumphant hymn,“He Lives.” But to this day, what stirs my heart even more is that just after we finished the song, another tour group from the Orient, seated under a grove of trees behind us, began singing the same song in their native tongue. Here were two groups of Christians from half a globe apart singing about the same glorious truth that Jesus Christ arose from the grave. In just a few weeks we will be celebrating the Resurrection and I urge you to worship the risen Savior in a Bible preaching church. If Jesus did not rise from the dead, the Christian faith is a foolish fantasy. However, if the Resurrection of Christ did occur, it confirms His life, message, and atoning work. It is the basis of our hope of life beyond the grave. Christ is alive, and the evidence is overwhelming. Here are some of the reasons we can be so sure. 1. Jesus predicted His resurrection (Matt 16:21; Mark 9:9-10; John 2:18-22). 2. The Old Testament prophesied it (Psalm 16:10; compare Acts 2:25-31; 13:33-37). 3. The tomb was empty and the grave clothes vacant. If those who opposed Christ wished to silence His disciples, all they had to do was produce a body, but they could not (John 20:3-9). 4. Many people saw the resurrected Christ. They looked on His face, touched Him, heard His voice, and saw Him eat (Matt. 28:16-20; Luke 24:13-39; John 20:11-29; John 21:1-9; Acts 1:6-11; 1 Cor. 15:3-8). 5. The lives of the disciples were revolutionized. Though they fled and even denied Christ at the time of His arrest, they later feared no one in their proclamation of the risen Christ (Matt 26:56, 69-75). The resurrection was the central message of the early church. The church grew with an unwavering conviction that Christ had risen and was the Lord of the church (Acts 4:33; 5:30-32; Rom. 5:24). 6. Men and women today testify that the power of the risen Christ has transformed their lives. We know that Jesus is alive not only because of the historical and biblical evidence but also because He has miraculously touched our lives. cost of the trip to the District is $1,200.00, which is part of the 2012-2013 Board approved curriculum budget. Act 93 Administrative Compensation Plan effective July 1, 2013, through June 30, 2016, which includes a 2% average salary increase for all Act 93 personnel.

members is $14 per person. All participants must bring their AARP membership card (if applicable) and a valid driver’s license. The event includes lunch, courtesy of Traditions of Hanover. Seating is limited. If you can’t make it to this event, there will be another opportunity for a one-day refresher course on Wednesday, April 17 at 2 p.m. Call 610-882-0400 to register for either course. Continued from page 10 Located at 5300 Northgate years and older, who have Drive, Bethlehem, behind not yet completed the initial Wegman’s off of Route 512, course or who have let three Traditions of Hanover Indeyears pass since taking it. pendent Living is a unique The cost of the course for retirement community ofAARP members, with proof fering Independent Living of membership, is $12 per residences on an affordable person. The cost for non- month-to-month basis with no buy-in fees. Resident services and apartment features include meals, housekeeping, social events, transportation, and full kitchens. For more 8142 Valley View Road • Seemsville, Northampton information, please call JenSt. Peter’s U.C.C.nifer Murphy at 610-882-0400 610-837-7426 8142 Valley View Rd. Seemsville, Northampton or log onto www.traditionsofhanover.com. 610-837-7426

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Obituaries

Sara H. Baldanza

Nov. 30, 1947 –March 1, 2013 Sara H. Baldanza, 55, of Lower Nazareth Township died Friday, March 1 in St. Luke’s Hospital, Fountain Hill. She was the wife of the late Joseph Baldanza, who deid on Jan. 21, 2010. A graduate of East Brunswick High School, she and her late husband were the owners/operators of Packaging Services & Consulting. Born Nov. 30, 1947 in Allentown, she was a daughter of Mary (Desch) Ruch of Bath and the late Cal Ruch. In addition to her mother, she is survived by two sons, Joseph III of Nazareth and James of Florida; one daughter, Jennifer Heaton, of Nazareth; two brothers, Lee Ruch of Bath and Larry Ruch of South River, N.J.; one sister, Beth Hedin, of Pittsburgh; and four grandchildren. A memorial service was held on Friday in the Schmidt Funeral Home, Nazareth, with The Rev. Curtis Kemmerer officiating. Burial was in Hope Cemetery, Hecktown. Donations in memory of Sara may be offered to St. Luke’s University Health Network, Development Office, 801 Ostrum St., Bethlehem, PA 18015.

Richard Fibick

June 19, 1947 – March 10, 2013 Richard Fibick, 65, of Bath, formerly of Nazareth, died March 10, 2013. He was the husband of Susan A. Fibick. He was a truck driver for NFI, Bath. He proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. Richard was born June 19, 1947 in Nanticoke, a son of Henry Fibick, Bath, and the late Jean (McKeown) Fibick. He was a past Commander of the American Legion Post#102, Linden NJ. Besides his wife and father, he is survived by son, William M. Fibick of Nazareth; a daughter, Diane Fibick, of Bath, and son, David S. Fibick, of Nazareth; four grandsons. Services are private and at the convenience of the family. Reichel Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Nicholas J. Focht, Jr.

Nicholas J. Focht, Jr., 80, of Whitehall, died Friday, March 9, 2013 in Lehigh Valley Hos-

pital, Allentown. He was the husband of the late Dorothy J. (Dankel) Focht, who died in Oct. 2010. He was a welder for Lafarge Cement Co., Whitehall, for 44 years before retiring in 1999, and was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Korean War. Born in Bath, he was the son of the late Nicholas J. Focht, Sr. and Elizabeth (Moosh) Focht. He attended Holy Trinity R.C. Church, Egypt; a life member of Grouse Hall Fish & Game Association, Ironton, and a member of the Egypt Fire Co. Surviving are two sons, Nicholas J. Focht III and Timothy J. Focht, both of Whitehall; a sister, Mr. Beatrice Green, of Walnutport; a brother, Peter Focht, of Walnutport; and a granddaughter. Preceding him in death was a sister, Elizabeth Focht. Services were held on Tuesday morning in the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, with Msgr. Daniel J. Yenushosky officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family at a later date in Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Allentown. Memorial contributions may be made to the church, c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.

Sophie C. Gori

April 23, 1924 – March 10, 2013 Sophie C. Gori, 98, formerly of Lower Nazareth Township, died Sunday, March 10 in Moravian Village, Bethlehem. She was the wife of the late Andrew Gori, who died Dec. 15, 2007. She was a homemaker. Born April 23, 1914 in Bethlehem, she was a daughter of the late Andrew and Tessie (Lewandowski) Gawlik. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Nazareth. Surviving are a son, Ronald Gori, of Bethlehem; a daughter, Dolores Pharo, of Kempton; two grandsons; and three great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were three brothers, Stanley, Alex and Edward Gawlik; and two sisters, Bertha Gumlock and Ann Buzsics. Services were held on Wednesday morning in the Reichel Funeral Home, Naz-

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areth, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in the church, and interment in Holy Family Cemetery, Nazareth.

Rebecca R. Rider

May 15, 1927 – Jan. 21, 2013 Rebecca R. Rider died on January 21, 2013. She was the husband of the Robert Rider, with whom she shared 64 years of marriage. Rebecca enjoyed visiting and sharing her friendship, love, engagement and Christian faith with residence in the community nursing, veterans and retirement homes. She loved her church and the fellowship she enjoyed with her church family. She is survived by her husband; daughter, Sharon, two sons Bruce and Robert Jr., seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren, sister Christine Weiss of Nazareth. She was pre-deceased by two sisters, Dorothea Kleintop and Annabelle Dech both of Nazareth. Services were held in Bremerton, WA. Born in Bath on May 15, 1927 she was the daughter of Marvin and Verna Smith.

Ronald J. Sable

Ronald J. Sable, 59, of Moore Township died on Tuesday, March 5, 2013. He was the husband of Lynne (Schol-

ze) Sable. He began his career in the printing industry at Miller Printing, Pittsburgh, and continued with the company when it was sold to MAN Roland. Later in his career, he was a regional service manager for MAN Roland, N.J., then Akiyama USA, N.J., and KBA Planeta, Vermont. He completed his career with MAN Roland, retiring in 2002. Born in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Cyril A. and Ella E. (Schaefer) Sable. He was a life member of Pi-Al-Pa camp, Cameron County. Besides his wife, he is survived by daughters, Kathryn R. Sena and Elizabeth R. Sable; two granddaughters; a brother, Paul Sable; a sister, Carol Mascari; and nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Monday morning, in the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, Bath. Interment will be private. Arrangements were by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Memorial donations may be made to the National Fish & Wildlife Foundation, 113 Fifteenth St., N.W., Suite 1100, Washington, DC 20005.

Paul H. Silvius

Nov. 11, 1921 – March 10, 2013 Paul H. Silvius, 91, a lifelong resident of Bath, died Sunday, March 10 at home. He was the husband of the late Rose L. Silvius, who died in December 2011. Paul worked as a foreman of the Ingot Foundry at the former Bethlehem Steel, Inc., until retiring in September 1982. He served as a sergeant in the U.S. Army during World War II. Born Nov. 11, 1921 in Bath, he was the son of the late Henry G. and Ruth I. (George) Silvius. He was a member of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Bath, where he sang on the choir, served on church council, and helped the Ladies Auxiliary. Paul was a Past Master of Manoquesy Lodge #413, F. & A.M., Bath, for which he served 21 years as secretary. He was a 32nd degree Mason, member of the Allentown Consistory, and member of Rajah Shrine. He was also a member and former officer of the Bath Borough Authority, and served on the Bath election board for many years. Surviving are a daughter, Barbara A. Moran, of Bethlehem; a son, Richard A. Silvius, of Bath; a sister, Mary Flyte; four grandchildren, Michael Moran, Tayna Balakrishnan, Matthew Silvius, Megan Silvius, and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were two sisters, Anna Stauffer and Edith Gyecsek, and a brother, Russell Silvius. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 16 in St. John’s Lutheran Church, 206 E. Main St., Bath. Call Friday evening from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Bartholomew Funeral Home, 243 S. Walnut St., Bath, and again on Saturday from 10-11 a.m. in the church. There will be a Masonic service on Friday evening. Burial will be in Green Mount Cemetery, Bath. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church, 206 E. Main St., Bath, PA 18014.

Mary M. Snyder

Aug. 13, 1918 – March 6, 2013 Mary M. Snyder, 94, of Moore Township died Wednesday, March 6 at the Phoebe Home, Allentown. She was the wife of the late Robert Snyder, who died in 1975. Mary worked at Mary Fashions Mfg. in Bath for many years.

A heartfelt ‘Thank You’ to all those who sent condolences on the passing of my beloved wife, Elsie L. Bell. Your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated. Robert W. Bell

www.HomeNewsPA.com Born Aug. 13, 1918 in Northampton, she was a daughter of the late Matthew and Elizabeth (Mayer) Moosch. She was a member of St. Peter’s U.C.C. Church, Seemsville. Surviving are two sons, Robert D. Snyder of Northampton and Nelson A. Snyder of Whitehall; three grandchildren; a sister, Bertha Moosch, of Northampton; and several nieces and nephews. Services were on Saturday morning in the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton, followed by burial in Green Mount Cemetery, Bath. Memorial donations may be made to St. Peter’s U.C.C. Church, 8143 Valley View Rd., Northampton, PA 18067.

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Saturday, March 16 Begins at 2 pm Josh Berk, Executive Director of the library invites everyone to attend the ceremony. There will be a meet and greet with award winning author of books for young adults, A.S. King. King hails from Reading and has written notable titles such as Ask the Passengers, Everybody Sees the Ants and Please Ignore Vera Dietz. There will also be live music by the teen band, The Four Leaf Clovers. The new room features iMacs, new furniture and décor designed by Nazareth teens who participate in the library’s Teen Advisory Board. Part of the ambiance of the YA room is the artwork and

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PUblic notice-Legal PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN BOROUGH OF BATH Notice is hereby given pursuant to the Borough Code that the Borough Council of the Borough of Bath will consider the following proposed ordinance at its April 1, 2013 public meeting to be held at Borough Hall (215 East Main Street, Bath, PA 18014) at 7:00PM. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 26 OF THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF BATH TO VEST THE LEGISLATIVE AND REGULATORY POWERS INHERENT TO RECREATION PLACES, SHADE TREES AND FORESTS FORMERLY VESTED WITH THE BATH BOROUGH PARK, RECREATION AND SHADE TREE COMMISSION WITH THE BOROUGH COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF BATH BY DISSOLVING THE BATH BOROUGH PARK, RECREATION AND SHADE TREE COMMISSION WHEREAS, Section 2708 (“Creation of Recreation Board”) of Article XXVII of the Borough Code (reenacted May 17, 2012, P.L.262, No.43), which is entitled, “Recreation Places, Shade Trees, Forests” vests the “authority to supervise and maintain recreation places” with “any existing body or board, including the Borough Council, or in a recreation board, as the Borough Council shall determine;” and WHEREAS, Section 2721 (“Shade Tree Commission”) of Article XXVII of the Borough Code (reenacted May 17, 2012, P.L.262, No.43), which is entitled, “Recreation Places, Shade Trees, Forests” grants the Borough Council of the Borough of Bath (hereafter referred to as “Borough Council”) the authority by ordinance to “establish a commission to be known as the Shade Tree Commission, and delegate to the Commission the exclusive care, custody and control of the shade trees and authorization to plant, transplant, remove, maintain and protect shade trees on the streets and highways in the Borough;” and WHEREAS, the Borough Council adopted Ordinance Number 135 on May 7, 1945 which established, “A Commission to be known as the Bath Borough Park, Recreation and Shade Tree Commission . . .pursuant to the authority granted by the Pennsylvania Borough Code, at Sections 2708 and 2721 et seq;” and WHEREAS, the Bath Borough Park, Recreation and Shade Tree Commission requires seven (7) residents of the Borough who shall be appointed by the Borough Council, pursuant to §26-1 of the Code of the Borough of Bath; and WHEREAS, the Bath Borough Park, Recreation and Shade Tree Commission currently has six (6) vacancies and does not conduct business on a consistent or annual basis as required by the Borough Code (reenacted May 17, 2012, P.L.262, No.43); and WHEREAS, Borough Council seeks to fulfill all of its legal and legislative obligations concerning “Recreation Places, Shade Trees, Forests” as stipulated in Article XXVII of the Borough Code (reenacted May 17, 2012, P.L.262, No.43); and WHEREAS, Borough Council resolves to repeal the legislative and regulatory powers

granted to the Bath Borough Park, Recreation and Shade Tree Commission concerning the regulation of “Recreation Places, Shade Trees, Forests” and dissolve the Bath Borough Park, Recreation and Shade Tree Commission, effective immediately; and WHEREAS, the Borough of Bath will henceforth vest all legislative and regulatory powers inherent to “Recreation Places, Shade Trees, Forests” with Borough Council; and WHEREAS, Chapter 26 of the Code of the Borough of Bath, entitled Park and Shade Tree Commission, shall be amended in its entirety to be entitled, “Recreation Places, Shade Trees, Forests.” NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS ENACTED AND ORDAINED by the Borough Council of the Borough of Bath that Chapter 26 of the Code of the Borough of Bath shall be amended, as follows: Chapter 26 Recreation Places, Shade Trees, Forests §26-1 Definitions The following words and phrases, when used in these regulations, shall have the meaning hereby ascribed to them, except in those instances where the context already indicates a different meaning: PARK- a park or play area owned or leased by the Borough of Bath and dedicated to public use as a recreational area. PERSON- any natural person, firm, association, partnership or corporation. RECREATION PLACES any area, whether attached to a Park or not, which is owned or leased or maintained by the Borough of Bath for recreational purposes, such as public parks, parkways and playgrounds, playfields, swimming pools, public baths, bathing places indoor recreation centers, gymnasiums or other areas intended for recreational public use. SHADE TREE- any tree, shrub or other woody plant within the right-of-way of any public highway in the Borough of Bath, in any Park or Recreational Area owned or leased by the Borough of Bath, or that part of any tree, shrub or other woody plant which extends within the right-of-way lines of any public highway, walkway, or thoroughfare. §26-2 Authority of the Borough Council over Recreation Places A. Borough Council shall have the power to provide, maintain, and regulate recreation places within the Borough limits or in any adjacent municipal corporation if the other municipal corporation shall, by ordinance, signify its consent thereto, pursuant to Section 2701 of Article XXVII of the Borough Code (reenacted May 17, 2012, P.L.262, No.43). B. Borough Council, or its designated appointee, shall have the exclusive authority concerning the equipping, management, maintenance and scheduling of use of all recreation places within the Borough of Bath. Expansion of recreation places shall be determined at the discretion of only Borough Council via resolution or ordinance where required by law. C. Borough Council shall hold all powers pertaining to recreation places as described in Sections 2701, 2702, 2703, 2708, 2709, 2710 and 2713 in Article XXVII of the Borough

Code (reenacted May 17, 2012 P.L.262, No.43). §26-3 Authority of the Borough Council over Shade Trees A. Borough Council shall have the exclusive authority of the care, custody and control of shade trees within the Borough of Bath. Council may from time to time and at its sole discretion, plant, transplant, remove, maintain and protect shade trees on any public highway, walkway, or thoroughfare. Trees whose branches and roots extend into the public right-of-way of such highways, walkways or thoroughfares or whose existence is determined to be a menace or nuisance to the usage of such are subject to the same. Council reserves the right to employ and pay persons as it sees necessary for the care and protection of shade trees within the Borough of Bath. B. Trees, roots, or branches located a distance of at least twelve feet (12’) behind the curb line or behind the sidewalk shall be deemed to be on private property. C. Borough Council shall enact all regulations as they determine necessary in order to allow for the proper care and protection of shade trees located on public property owned or leased by the Borough and trees extending into the right-ofway of a public highway, walkway or thoroughfare, above and below the surface of the earth. Borough Council, or its designated appointee, shall enforce the regulations as pertaining to shade trees within the Borough of Bath. D. Borough Council shall hold all powers pertaining to shade trees as described in Sections 2720, 2721, 2722 and 2724.1 in Article XXVII of the Borough Code (reenacted May 17, 2012 P.L.262, No.43). §26-4 Authority of the Borough Council over Forests A. Borough Council may acquire, by purchase, gift, or lease, and hold tracts of land covered with forest tree growth or suitable for the growth of trees, and administer the same in accordance with the practices and principles of scientific forestry, for the benefit of the Borough of Bath. Such tracts may be of any size suitable for the purpose and may be located within or without the Borough of Bath limits, pursuant to Section 2751 of Article XXVII of the Borough Code (reenacted May 17, 2012, P.L.262, No.43). B. Borough Council shall hold all powers pertaining to forests as described in Sections 2751, 2753, 2754, 2755, 2756, 2757, 2758 and 2759 in Article XXVII of the Borough Code (reenacted May 17, 2012 P.L.262, No.43). §26-5 Parks and Recreation Committee of Borough Council A. Council will, during its biennial reorganization, designate three (3) Council members to serve as members of the Parks and Recreation Committee of Borough Council. The term of the appointment, subject to change by an act of Borough Council or by formal written resignation of the Committee member at any time, shall commence from the biennial reorganization meeting through to the duration of the next biennial reorganization meeting. One member of the Council shall be designated as Chairperson, as determined by Borough Council. B. The Parks and Recreation Committee of Borough Council shall make recommendations to the Borough Council for the equipping, maintenance, scheduling of use and expan-

sion of all recreation places under the control of the Borough of Bath. Borough Council will take these recommendations under consideration and then take action in accordance with §26-3, §26-4 and §26-5, as deemed necessary. C. The Committee shall recommend Park Rules to the Borough Council for adoption and posting at recreation places under control of the Borough of Bath. Borough Council will take these recommendations under consideration and then take action in accordance with §26-3, §26-4 and §26-5, as deemed necessary. D. The Chairperson shall be responsible to report to the Borough Manager any information which may require discussion at a monthly Borough Council Meeting for the purpose of placing the item(s) on the Agenda. The item(s) must be submitted to the Borough Manager at least one week prior to the scheduled Borough Council Meeting. §26-6 Tree Damage A. No person shall plant, cut down or remove any shade tree under the jurisdiction of the Borough Council, or fasten any sign, wire, rope or other materials to, around or through any such shade tree, or deposit, place, store or maintain any stone, brick, sand, concrete or other material which may impede the free passage of water, air or fertilizer to the roots of any such shade tree, unless he or she shall first obtain permission from the Borough Council to do so. B. Exception: newly planted trees may be guyed to provide stability during the first growing season. §26-7 Payment of Damages In the event of a shade tree being damaged, Borough Council may make a charge for repairs to the tree, plus the devaluation of the tree against the person causing the damage to the said tree. In the event of a shade tree being destroyed by any person, the Borough Council may make a charge for the appraised value of the tree, plus the cost of removal and replacement thereof, against the person causing the destruction of said tree. Such payments must be made to the Borough of Bath Treasurer. §26-8 Trees on Private Property The owner of any property or parcel within the Borough of Bath shall be responsible for the maintenance of all trees on the property, and shall cause branches from any shade trees overhanging public highways, walkways or thoroughfares within the Borough of Bath to be trimmed so that they will not obstruct the light from any street light or obstruct any traffic sign, traffic signal or traffic device, and so that there shall be a clear height of fourteen feet (14’) above the surface of the street and ten feet (10’) over the sidewalk. If any property owner shall neglect or refuse to cause shade trees to be trimmed as required, the Borough may cause such trimming to be done at the expense of the owner either by Borough employees or a by a subcontractor. Where this amount is not voluntarily paid to the Borough Treasurer by the property owner, the Borough Council or its designated appointee shall initiate a civil enforcement proceeding as set forth in §26-11. §26-9 Trees Affecting Public Health and Safety A. When any tree along public highways, walkways or thoroughfares within the Borough of Bath or growing on private property but overhanging any public highway, walkway or thoroughfare within the Borough of Bath, in the opinion of the Borough Council or its designated appointee, endangers the life, health, safety or property of the public, or is affected by any contagious disease or insect infestation, it shall be within the discretion of the Borough Council or its designated appointee to determine what remedy is necessary and whether or not such tree must be removed. The owner of the property shall

be notified in writing of the existence of the danger, disease or insect infestation and shall be given reasonable time for removal of the same. B. If a dangerous, diseased or infested tree is not removed or corrected within the allotted time by the property owner, the Borough Council shall cause to be corrected or the tree removed, and the costs thereof shall be assessed to the property owner. Where this amount is not voluntarily paid to the Borough Treasurer by the property owner, the Borough Council or its designated appointee shall initiate a civil enforcement proceeding as set forth in §26-11. §26-10 Prohibited Plantings No shade tree shall be planted on any public highway, walkway or thoroughfare in the Borough of Bath within twelve (12’) of the cartway where curbs have not been constructed. Where no curb exists, setback footage should be specified stating footage behind proposed curbline where trees may be planted. In no case shall this distance be less than twelve feet (12’). The location of the proposed curbline shall be determined solely by the Borough Engineer designated by Borough Council. Further, no trees shall be planted, either new or by replacement of an existing, in the grass area between the curb and sidewalk. §26-11 Penalties for Violation A. Any person, firm or corporation who shall violate any provision of this Chapter is subject to the penalties pursuant to the procedures described in Section 3321 of the Borough Code (reenacted May 17, 2012 P.L.262, No.43). The Borough shall initiate a civil enforcement proceeding before a magisterial district judge. The civil enforcement proceeding shall be initiated by complaint or by such other means as may be provided by the Pennsylvania Rules of Civil Procedure. Penalties are not to exceed $600.00 per violation. B. Any person, firm or corporation found guilty of violating an ordinance may be assessed court costs and reasonable attorney fees incurred by the Borough of Bath during in the enforcement proceedings. C. Borough Council reserves the right to delegate the initial determination of ordinance violation and the service of notice of violation to such officers or agents as the Borough shall deem qualified for that purpose. §26-12 Recommended Trees A list of trees approved and recommend by the Borough Council: Red Maple English Elm Scarlet Oak White Ash Japanese Small Leaf Pink Oak Thornless Honey Locust Japonica Little Leaf Linden Tupli Tree Sugar Maple Silver Leafed Linden Red Oak Ginkgo (Male only) European Hornbean Single Oak Sweet Gum Kwanzan Cherry Willow Oak Black Gum Severability. In the event any provision, section, sentence, clause or part of this Ordinance shall be held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect or impair any remaining provision, section, sentence, clause or part of this Ordinance, it being the intent of Borough Council that the remainder of this Ordinance shall remain in full force and effect. Repealer. All ordinances or parts of ordinances, insofar as the same shall be inconsistent herewith, shall be and the same expressly hereby are repealed. Specifically Ordinance Number 135, adopted May 7, 1945, is expressly repealed. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be effective upon enactment. Thomas R. Petrucci Borough Manager Borough of Bath

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www.HomeNewsPA.com PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN BOROUGH OF BATH Notice is hereby given pursuant to the Borough Code that the Borough Council of the Borough of Bath will consider the following proposed ordinance at its April 1, 2013 public meeting to be held at Borough Hall (215 East Main Street, Bath, PA 18014) at 7:00PM. AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF BATH, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA AUTHORIZING THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL COOPERATION WITH THE TOWNSHIP OF LOWER NAZARETH, COUNTY OF NORTHAMPTON, AND THE TOWNSHIP OF HANOVER, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, IN ENTERING INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE TOWNSHIP OF LOWER NAZARETH, COUNTY OF NORTHAMPTON, AND THE TOWNSHIP OF HANOVER, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, REGARDING THE COLONIAL REGIONAL POLICE COMMISSION AND THE EXECUTION OF AMENDED ARTICLES OF AGREEMENT WHEREAS, The Borough Council of the Borough of Bath, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, under powers vested in it by the “Borough Code (as reenacted May 17, 2012, P.L.262, No.43),” and the authority and procedures of the “Intergovernmental Cooperation Law, Title 53,” as amended, as well as other laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, authorize the intergovernmental cooperation between the Borough of Bath, Northampton County, the Township of Lower Nazareth, Northampton County, and the Township of Hanover, Northampton County regarding the Colonial Regional Police Commission and the execution of amended Articles of Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, be it enacted and ordained by the Borough Council of the Borough of Bath, Northampton County, Pennsylvania and the same is hereby ordained and enacted as follows, to wit: SECTION 1. The President and Secretary of the Borough Council of the Borough of Bath, Northampton County, Pennsylvania are hereby authorized and directed to execute Amended Articles of Agreement for the Colonial Regional Police Commission between Hanover Township, Northampton County, Lower Nazareth Township, Northampton County and the Borough of Bath, Northampton County (“Amended Articles of Agreement”). SECTION 2. The specific terms of the Amended Articles of Agreement including those required by 53 P. C.S.A. 2307 are contained within the Amended Articles of Agreement attached hereto as EXHIBIT “A” and incorporated herein by reference. SECTION 3. The Borough of Bath shall cooperate with Hanover Township and Lower Nazareth Township to accomplish the conditions of the Amended Articles of Agreement. SECTION 4. All provisions of Borough of Bath ordinances and resolutions and parts thereof that were adopted prior to this Ordinance and that are in conflict with this Ordinance are hereby amended by this Ordinance. Thomas R. Petrucci Borough Manager Borough of Bath

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www.HomeNewsPA.com PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN BOROUGH OF BATH Notice is hereby given pursuant to the Borough Code that the Borough Council of the Borough of Bath will consider the following proposed ordinance at its, May 6, 2013 public meeting to be held at Borough Hall (215 East Main Street, Bath, PA 18014) at 7:00PM. Copies of the proposed ordinance are available for inspection between the hours of 9:00AM and 4:00PM at the Borough Office (215 East Main Street, Bath, PA 18014). AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BOROUGH OF BATH ZONING ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 17921 TO CHANGE THE TERM “SIGN, WALL” (WALL SIGN) AND TO ADD THE TERM “SIGN, WINDOW” (WINDOW SIGN); TO AMEND SECTION 179-271(B) TO CORRECT A TYPOGRAPHICAL ERROR AND REMOVE THE PHRASE BULLETIN BOARDS; TO AMEND SECTION 179-271(C) TO ADD SUBSECTION 179271(C)(9) TO EXEMPT A CERTAIN OPEN/CLOSED SIGN FROM THE SIGN REGULATIONS, ADD SUBSECTION 179-271(C)(10) TO EXEMPT A CERTAIN PORTABLE, FREE STANDING,SELFSUPPORTED,BUSINESS IDENTIFICATION SIGN FROM THE SIGN REGULATIONS, ADD SUBSECTION 179-271(C)(11) TO EXEMPT CERTAIN SALE OR RENTAL SIGNS FROM THE SIGN REGULATIONS, ADD SUBSECTION 179-271(C)(12) TO EXEMPT CERTAIN CONTRACTOR, CONSULTANT, MECHANIC OR ARTISAN SIGNS FROM THE SIGN REGULATIONS AND SUBSECTION 179-271(C)(13) TO EXEMPT CERTAIN WINDOW SIGNS FROM THE SIGN REGULATIONS; TO AMEND SECTION 179-273(A)(2) TO INCREASE THE PERCENTAGE FROM 25% TO 30% FOR THE MAXIMUM BUILDING SURFACE AREA THAT A WALL SIGN MAY COVER; TO AMEND SECTION 179-273(A)(3) SO CERTAIN WINDOW SIGNS SHALL NOT EXCEED 50% OF THE WINDOWPANE AREA; TO AMEND SECTION 179-276 TO LESSEN CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS IN THE SCHEDULE OF SIGN REGULATIONS; TO AMEND SECTION 179278(C) TO PROVIDE CERTAIN CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR WALL SIGNS; TO AMEND SECTION 179-278(D) (1) TO CONFORM WITH THE DEFINITION OF THE TERM WALL SIGN IN SECTION 17921; TO RESTATE SECTION 179-280 IN ITS ENTIRETY TO PROVIDE OMNIBUS AMENDMENTS FOR TEMPORARY SIGNS PERMITTED ON PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TEMPORARY SIGNS PERMITTED ON PUBLIC PROPERTY AND TO ELIMINATE CERTAIN TEMPORARY SIGN REGULATIONS FROM SECTION 179280 TO CONFORM WITH THE SIGNS NOW EXEMPT FROM SIGN REGULATIONS BY SUBSECTIONS 179-271(C)(11) AND (12) ENACTED BY THIS ORDINANCE; REPEALER; AND EFFECTIVE DATE WHEREAS, Chapter 179 of the Code of the Borough of Bath is the Borough of Bath Zoning Ordinance (the “Zoning Ordinance”); and WHEREAS, Article III, Section 179-21 of the Zoning Ordinance is entitled “Definitions” and contains words and phrases that have the meanings indicated therein, unless the text of the Zoning Ordinance clearly states an alternative or different meaning; and WHEREAS, Article XIX of the Zoning Ordinance contains regulations governing the erection, maintenance, placement and replacement of signs in the Borough of Bath; and WHEREAS, Article VII, Section 179-81 of the Zoning Ordinance provides that the Zoning Ordinance may, from time to time, be amended, supple-

March 14-20, 2013 17 mented, changed or repealed by Borough Council of the Borough of Bath (“Council”) in accordance with the provisions of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code and the provisions set forth in Chapter 179 of the Zoning Ordinance; and WHEREAS, Article VII, Section 179-82.B of the Zoning Ordinance provides that proposals for amendments, supplements, changes or repeals may be initiated by the Bath Borough Planning Commission (the “Planning Commission”) through its recommendation to Borough Council and subject to Council approval; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended that Council consider amendments to Articles III and XIX of the Zoning Ordinance to add or change certain requirements related to signs; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended that Council amend Article III, Section 179-21 to make certain changes to the term “Sign, Wall” (Wall Sign); and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended that Council amend Article III, Section 179-21 to include the term “Sign, Window” (Window Sign); and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended that Council amend Article XIX, Section 179-271(B) to correct a typographical error and remove the phrase bulletin boards; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended that Council amend Article XIX, Section 179-271(C) to add Subsections: 179-271(C)(9) to exempt a certain open for business or closed business identification sign from the sign regulations, 179-271(C)(10) to exempt a certain portable, free standing, self-supported business identification sign from the sign regulations, 179-271(C)(11) to exempt certain sale or rental signs from the sign regulations, 179-271(C)(12) to exempt certain contractor, consultant, mechanic or artisan signs from the sign regulations; 179-271(C)(13) to exempt certain wall signs from the sign regulations; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended that Council amend Article XIX, Section 179-273(A)(2) to increase the percentage from 25% to 30% for the maximum building surface area that a wall sign may cover; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended that Council amend Article XIX, Section 179-273(A)(3) to provide that certain window signs shall not exceed 50% of the windowpane area; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended that Council amend Article XIX, Section 179-276 to lessen certain restrictions in the Schedule of Sign Regulations contained in Section 179-276; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended that Council amend Article XIX, Section 179-278(C) to provide certain clearance requirements for wall signs; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended that Council amend Article XIX, Section 179-278(D)(1) to conform with the definition of the term wall sign in Section 17921; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended that Council restate Article XIX, Section 179-280 in its entirety to provide omnibus amendments for temporary signs permitted on private property and temporary signs permitted on public property and to eliminate certain temporary sign regulations from Section 179-280 to conform with the signs now exempt from sign regulations by Subsections 179-271(C)(11) and (12) enacted by this Ordinance; and WHEREAS, Council finds that the above proposed amendments recommended by the Planning Commission will

promote, protect and facilitate the public health, safety, and welfare; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 609 of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, Council is authorized and empowered to enact amendments to Chapter 179, Article XIX of the Zoning Ordinance after public hearing thereon pursuant to public notice; and WHEREAS, Council has conducted a public hearing pursuant to public notice concerning the following amendments to Articles III and XIX of the Zoning Ordinance; and WHEREAS, after public hearing pursuant to public notice, Council desires to ordain and enact the amendments to Articles III and XIX of the Zoning Ordinance set forth hereinafter. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS ENACTED AND ORDAINED by Borough Council of the Borough of Bath that Articles III and XIX of Chapter 179 of the Code of the Borough of Bath shall be amended, as follows: Chapter 179, Article III, Section 179-21 shall be amended to change the term “Sign, Wall” which shall henceforth read as follows: “Sign, Wall – A sign painted upon or attached to a wall. If the sign is painted upon a wall, such sign shall not project more than a sixteenth (1/16) of an inch from the wall. If the sign is attached to the wall, the sign display area of such sign shall be either parallel or perpendicular to such wall. If the sign display area of such sign is parallel to such wall, such sign shall not project more than six (6) inches from the wall. If the sign display area of such sign is perpendicular to such wall, such sign shall not project more than forty-eight (48) inches from the wall. A window sign shall be considered a wall sign except for window signs exempt by Section 179-271(C)(13). A sign on an awning shall also be considered a wall sign, the sign display area of such sign shall be parallel to the awning and such sign shall not project more than six (6) inches from the awning. An illuminated sign hung in or attached to a windowpane shall also be considered a wall sign and the sign display area of such sign shall be parallel to the windowpane, and shall not project more than six (6) inches from the windowpane.” Chapter 179, Article III, Section 179-21 shall be amended to include the term “Sign, Window” which shall henceforth read as follows: “Sign, Window – A business identification sign painted upon, hung in or attached parallel to a windowpane. Such sign and the sign display area of such sign shall not project more than a quarter (1/4) of an inch from the windowpane. If the window the window sign is attached to is designed to open or close, the window sign shall not interfere whatsoever with the window’s ability to open or close.” Chapter 179, Article XIX, Section 179-271(B) shall be amended in its entirety and shall henceforth read as follows: “B. A zoning permit shall be required for all business identification signs, advertising signs, temporary signs, and announcement or professional signs which will be seen off the premises on which the sign is located before erection or replacement. No permit shall be required for normal maintenance of existing signs.” Chapter 179, Article XIX, Section 179-271(C) shall be amended to add subsection 179-271(C)(9) which shall henceforth read as follows: “9. A sign indicating that the non-residential use of the premises is either open for business or closed and indicating the hours of operation of the nonresidential use of the premises provided all of the following restrictions are met: Said sign is for a non-residential use located on a premises in a commercial class or manufacturing class zoning dis-

trict or said sign is for a permitted home occupation, Said sign shall not be illuminated, Said sign shall not exceed two (2) square feet in area on either side of the sign, Said sign shall be attached to the entrance of the building housing the non-residential use of the premises, and Not more than one (1) such sign shall be placed on the premises.”Chapter 179, Article XIX, Section 179-271(C) shall be amended to add subsection 179-271(C)(10) which shall henceforth read as follows: “10. A two sided, portable, free standing, self-supported, business identification sign provided all of the following restrictions are met: Said sign is for a non-residential use located on a premises in a commercial class or manufacturing class zoning district, Said sign shall neither be illuminated nor contain any moving parts, Said sign shall not exceed eight (8) square feet in area on either side of the sign, Said sign shall not exceed a height of four (4) feet above the average grade level directly below the face of the sign, The width of said sign shall not exceed two (2) feet, Said sign shall only be displayed during the hours of operation of the non-residential use of the premises and shall be removed from display to an area not readily visible to the public during non-business hours, Said sign shall conform with Section 179-278 of the Zoning Ordinance and shall not obstruct use of any public sidewalk, In the event the Borough Zoning Officer, in his sole discretion, determines that said sign violates Section 179-278 of the Zoning Ordinance and/ or obstructs use of any public sidewalk and notifies, in writing, the property owner of such determination, said sign shall be subject to all regulations of the Zoning Ordinance and said sign shall be removed immediately after the date of mailing the Zoning Officer’s determination to the property owner, and Not more than one (1) such sign shall be placed on the premises.” Chapter 179, Article XIX, Section 179-271(C) shall be amended to add subsection 179-271(C)(11) which shall henceforth read as follows: “11. A one or two-sided sign which advertises the prospective or completed sale or rental of the premises upon which the sign is located is permitted provided all of the following restrictions are met: •Said sign shall neither be illuminated nor contain any moving parts, •Said sign shall not exceed six (6) square feet in area on either side of the sign, •Said sign that is mounted to a structure on the premises shall not exceed a height of four (4) feet above the floor level of the first story of the structure, •Said sign that is not mounted to a structure on the premises shall not exceed a height of four (4) feet above the average grade level directly below the face of the sign, •Said sign shall not be placed on any public sidewalk, •Said sign shall be maintained and removed within ten (10) days after the execution of a lease or transfer of ownership of the premises, and Not more than one (1) such sign shall be placed on each street fronted by the premises.” Chapter 179, Article XIX, Section 179-271(C) shall be amended to add subsection 179-271(C)(12) which shall henceforth read as follows: “12. A one or two-sided sign indicating the contractors, consultants, mechanics, or artisans performing work or services on those premises (and not their place of business) provided all of the following restrictions are met: •Said sign shall neither be il-

luminated nor contain any moving parts, •Said sign shall not exceed six (6) square feet in area on either side of the sign, •Said sign that is mounted to a structure on the premises shall not exceed a height of four (4) feet above the floor level of the first story of the structure, •Said sign that is not mounted to a structure on the premises shall not exceed a height of four (4) feet above the average grade level directly below the face of the sign, •Said sign shall not be placed on any public sidewalk, •Said sign shall be maintained and removed within ten (10) days after completion of the service or work, and Not more than one (1) such sign shall be placed on each street fronted by the premises.” Chapter 179, Article XIX, Section 179-271(C) shall be amended to add subsection 179-271(C)(13) which shall henceforth read as follows: “13. Window signs provided all of the following restrictions are met: •Said signs are for a nonresidential use located on a premises in a commercial class or manufacturing class zoning district, • Said signs shall neither be illuminated nor contain any moving parts, and • Said signs and the sign display area of said signs calculated individually or collectively shall not exceed thirty percent (30%) of the windowpane area that said signs are painted upon or attached to. Chapter 179, Article XIX, Section 179-273(A)(2) shall be amended in its entirety and shall henceforth read as follows: “2.The total area of any wall sign shall not exceed thirty percent (30%) of the area of the building face (including window and door area cornices) to which the sign is attached, up to the maximum surface area stipulated for each district in the Schedule of Sign Regulations.” Chapter 179, Article XIX, Section 179-273(A)(3) shall be amended in its entirety and shall henceforth read as follows: “3. Window signs calculated individually or collectively that exceed thirty percent (30%) of the windowpane area shall be considered a wall sign and included in the computation of the maximum surface area permitted by the Schedule of Sign Regulations in Section 179-276, but such window signs shall nevertheless not exceed fifty percent (50%) of the windowpane area.” Chapter 179, Article XIX, Section 179-276 shall be amended in its entirety and shall henceforth read as follows: “§ 179-276. Schedule of Sign Regulations. TYPE OF SIGN Business Identification Wall Sign Free Standing R1 Maximum # per property 1/street or 1 street fronted Setback N/A 10 feet Maximum Surface Area 6 square feet 6 square feet in square feet R2 Maximum # per property 1/street or 1 street fronted Setback N/A 10 feet Maximum Surface Area 6 square feet 6 square feet in square feet R3 Maximum # per property 1/street or 1 street fronted Setback N/A 10 feet Maximum Surface Area 6 square feet 6 square feet in square feet CN Maximum # per property 2 and 1 Setback N/A 10 feet

Maximum Surface Area 3224 square feet 5532 square feet in square feet CH Maximum # per property 2 and 1 Setback N/A 10 feet Maximum Surface Area 32 square feet 55 square feet in square feet M Maximum # per property 2a nd 1 Setback N/A 20 feet Maximum Surface Area 75 square feet 75 square feet in square feet” Chapter 179, Article XIX, Section 179-278(C) shall be amended in its entirety and shall henceforth read as follows: “C. Clearance. No freestanding sign shall have less than eight (8) feet of clear space between such sign and the ground if it impedes the clear site visibility of pedestrian or vehicular traffic, provided that necessary support may extend through open space. No wall sign that is mounted perpendicular to a building wall or facade shall have less than eight (8) feet of clear space between such sign and the ground.” Chapter 179, Article XIX, Section 179-278(D)(1) shall be amended in its entirety and shall henceforth read as follows: “1. Wall signs attached parallel to a building wall or facade shall not project more than six (6) inches from the building. Wall signs attached perpendicular to a building wall or facade shall not project more than fortyeight (48) inches from the building. Chapter 179, Article XIX, Section 179-280 shall be amended in its entirety and shall henceforth read as follows: “§ 179-280. Temporary Signs. A.Temporary signs described below may be permitted on private property subject to the regulations set forth in this Chapter 179 and subject to the following additional regulations: 1. Devices, signs or displays such as flood lights, flags, banners, pennants and related devices shall only be permitted for a new business or an existing business for special occasions not more than two (2) times per year in the non-residential districts of the Borough for a period of not more than thirty (30) days in any one calendar year. At no other time shall such devices, signs or displays be permitted. The maximum number of such devices, signs or displays is one per street frontage. 2. Temporary signs appertaining to political, civic, philanthropic or educational campaigns, drives, or events, provided that such signs shall be removed within ten (10) days of the completion of the campaign, drive or event. No such sign shall be posted earlier than three (3) weeks before the occurrence of the event to which the temporary sign relates. B. Temporary signs described below may be permitted on public property subject to the regulations set forth in this Chapter 179 and subject to the following additional regulations: 1. Temporary signs appertaining to civic, philanthropic or educational campaigns, drives, or events, provided that such signs shall be removed within ten (10) days of the completion of the campaign, drive or event. No such sign shall be posted earlier than three (3) weeks before the occurrence of the event to which the temporary sign relates. A refundable deposit of $100 is required for all signs erected on property owned by the Borough. No such sign shall be posted on the public property without the property owner’s permission. A zoning permit shall not be granted unless proof of the property owner’s permission has been

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Continued from page 17 submitted and determined acceptable by the Zoning Officer.” In the event any provision, section, sentence, clause or part of this Ordinance shall be held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect or impair any remaining provision, section, sentence, clause or part of this Ordinance, it being the intent of Borough Council that the remainder of this Ordinance shall remain in full force and effect. All ordinances or parts of ordinances, insofar as the same shall be inconsistent herewith, shall be and the same expressly hereby are repealed. This Ordinance shall be effective immediately or the earliest date permitted by law, whichever shall first occur. Thomas R. Petrucci Borough Manager Borough of Bath

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Moore Township Board of Supervisors Bid Requested Road Materials Sealed Proposals will be received by the Moore Township Board of Supervisors until 3:30 PM on Thursday, March 28, 2013 at the Moore Township Municipal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath, PA 18014. The bids will be opened at a Special Meeting of the Board of Supervisors scheduled for Thursday March 28, 2013 at 3:30 PM at the Moore Township Municipal Building at which time they will be publicly read aloud by the Board of Supervisors. Bids will be received for the following: For Annual Contracts STONE 8,000 tons more or less 2A Modified Stone - delivered or picked-up 3,000 tons more or less 2RC Modified Stone - delivered or picked-up 1,000 tons more or less 2B 57 Washed Stone - delivered or picked-up 500 tons more or less 3A Modified Stone - delivered or picked-up 500 tons more or less #3 Stone - delivered or picked-up 1,000 tons more or less #4 Stone - delivered or picked-up 1,000 tons more or less Gabian Stone - delivered or pickedup 2,500 tons more or less 1/4” Antiskid Stone - delivered or picked-up Asphalt Materials 3,000 tons more or less Superpave Asphalt Mixture Design, 19.0 mm, PG 64-22, SRLM, ESAL=S .0 to 0.3 million, Wearing Course - F.O.B. Plant 5,000 tons more or less Superpave Asphalt Mixture Design, 9.5 mm, PG 64-22, SRLM, ESAL=S 0.0 to 0.3 million, Wearing Course - F.O.B. Plant 3,000 tons more or less Superpave Asphalt Mixture Design, 25.0 mm, PG 64-22, ESAL=S 0.0 to 0.3 million, Base Course - F.O.B. Plant 200 tons more or less UPM Cold patch-picked up. All materials must conform to standard specifications of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Form 408. All quantities are approximate, and are used for Bid comparison purposes and bonding purposes. The actual amount payable to a successful Bidder will be based on the actual quantities required by the Township.

All Bidders for F.O.B. Plant material must specify the distance along roads from their plant to the Township Building. Each such Bid will be adjusted by $ .25/ton/direct mile, to account for Township trucking cost differences. All Bidders shall supply a 10% Bid Bond or Certified Check payable to Moore Township securing their Bid. All Bidders must be pre-qualified by PennDOT. All successful Bidders shall post a Material and Performance Bond within 20 (Twenty) days of award, in an amount of 50% up to $5,000.00, or 100% for contracts $5,000.00 or more. Failure to supply the bond in such time shall void the contract. The Board of Supervisors reserves the right to reject any or all Bids, proposals or items of a proposal, to waive any Bid formalities, and to accept the Bid it deems to be in the best interest of Moore Township. The Bidder agrees to hold his Bid prices for sixty (60) days from the date of the Bid Proposal. The Bids must be received in an envelope sealed and marked for their purpose, and the Bids must be made on current Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Forms. A non-collusion affidavit must be completed and submitted. Contractor is required to provide a signed contractor=s Statement of Compliance to show that Federal Department of Transportation regulations (49 CFR Parts 40 and 382) regarding CDL implementation of drug and alcohol tests is being compiled with. Bid Form/s (MS-963) shall be obtained at the Moore Township Municipal Office, 2491 Community Drive, Bath, PA 18014 between the hours of 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday thru Friday. Telephone 610-759-9449, Facsimile 610-759-9448. Moore Township Board of Supervisors David Tashner, Sr. Public Works Director (3/14)

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Police Blotter Colonial Regional

Possession of Marijuana And Drug Paraphernalia

Colonial Regional Police arrested Richard Jackson,18, of 729 Jackson St., Easton, for possessing marijuana and drug-related paraphernalia on March 8 after he was viewed by police inside a bathroom stall at the Regal Cinema in Lower Nazareth Township with the drug in his hand. He was released from custody and charges for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia will be filed with District Judge Joseph Barner’s office.

processing. Charges of DUI and trespassing by motor vehicle will be filed against Sandt through DJ Barner’s office.

Theft Arrest At Wegman’s

Colonial Regional Police charged Maria McDonald, 46, of 1103 Cherry Lane, Bartonsville, after she was caught by store asset protection taking numerous food and household items on March 8 while concealing them in a large brown cloth bag. Misdemeanor charges will be filed with District Judge Joseph Barner’s office for retail theft and receiving stolen property.

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Northampton Police Department respondThe homeowner at ed to these incidents 263 Cobblestone Lane, between March 4 and Lower Nazareth Town- March 9: ship called CRPD beMARCH 4 cause he found a vehicle A loud pop was heard in his back yard that he didn’t know on March on W. 30th Street at ap1. The vehicle’s engine proximately 2300 hours. was running and the car Unknown actor(s) had lights were on. Police re- placed a “bottle bomb” sponded and located the between the front storm vehicle. The male inside door and entry door to Bottle exwas sitting in the back residence. seat and he identified ploded with no damage himself as the driver, to property. Hit and run occurred 40-year-old Frederick D. Sandt of Green Pond at the intersection of Main Street and CherRd., Bethlehem. Sandt showed ex- ryville Road. Citation tremely visible signs of pending due to expired impairment and had dif- registration and insurficulty walking. He also ance. Citation issued to W/F, had the odor of alcoholic beverage coming from 70 yoa of Northampton, for taking a jar of jelly, him as he spoke. Officer Laudenslager value of $2.95, without took him into custody paying for same. and they went to the Continued on page 19 Easton DUI Center for

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5th Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Mountain View Wesleyan Church Pavilion (formerly known as Zion Wesleyan Church) East Scenic & Deemer Rd., Bath Saturday, March 23 at 10:30 a.m.

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MARCH 5 Sat., March 23rd 8:00 a.m.-12 noon (ADULT HUNT FOLLOWS) Hit and run occurred some- YNNUB RETSAE (Rain Date the 24th at 12:30)  mvwchurch@gmail.com time overnight while vehicle  t s a f k a e r b was parked in the unit block Over 5,000 Eggs!!  of Laubach Avenue. Drivam – 12 noon Hundreds of Prizes  8:00 er’s door, mirror, fender and 8:00 am – 12 noon  wheel cover were damaged,  8:00 am – 12 noon  and red and while transfer     paint were visible from of fending vehicle.  During a routine business   March 23, 2013 • 8 AM -1 PM check in the early mornwith  the Easter Bunny ing hours, officer observed *Pictures Also Available $5 per picture  an open window at 75 W. NO  pictures are to be taken with outside cameras 21st Street. There was evi including cell phone cameras Children’s & Adult Clothing dence that entry was recent,  and actor(s) had rummaged  through drawers and cabi                                        Housewares nets. Under investigation. MARCH 6 Toys • Etc... The left rear window of a vehicle was smashed while parked in the 1700 block of Ridge Alley. Nothing was Snack Bar & Bake Sale Saturday, taken from the vehicle. The driver’s side front winMarch 16th dow of a vehicle was smashed 316 N. Broad St. Extension, Nazareth, PA while parked to the rear of the 3pm-8pm 1400 block of Main Street. No items appeared to be missing. Nazareth Area MARCH 7 Intermediate A train struck a utility pole School in the area of the trestle, behind the VFW. It appeared 50/50, that someone had placed the pole on the tracks. Norfolk Basket Raffle, Meatballs Southern was notified. Bake Sale, MARCH 9 Salad Live Music A small dark silver Mazda was observed exiting The Gin Snow Date Bread Mill parking lot and strikMarch 23rd 4-7pm ing a truck that was parked along the west side of Frank$8 per person, $6 ages 6-12, lin Street. The offending ve$6 seniors 62 and up, Children 5 and under eat free hicle lost part of its right front fender and the inner wheel Tickets on sale at the door. Benefits the well at the location. Nazareth Area High School Blue Eagle Marching Band 

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Make-up Days Continued from page 1

• Students in grades 9 & 10 will not report to school on Friday, May 24, 2013. • Students in grade 11 will present their Graduation Projects on Friday, May 24, 2013. • The 2013 graduation ceremony will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2013, at 4:00 p.m. at Stabler Arena. Schools will remain closed for all students on Friday, March 29, and Monday, April 1, 2013. Monday, June 3, 2013, will now be a full day of instruction. The last day for students in grades K through 11 will be Monday, June 10, 2013. The last day for students in grade 12 will be Friday, June 7, 2013. The last teacher day will be Wednesday, June 12, 2013. We are hoping that the weather will cooperate from this day forward and there will be no need to adjust the calendar any further.

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In just one visit, we’ll get all of your automatic payment accounts switched over to your new personal FREE Checking for Life account—Social Security, payroll, utility bills, everything. Embassy’s exclusive Concierge Banking is fast, secure and, just like your new checking account, Free as a Bird!

No check fees. No Embassy Bank fees for ATM withdrawals made at ATMs not owned or operated by Embassy. (Fees may be assessed by the ATM operator or network owner.)

No Debit/ATM Card fees and no fees for purchases made with the card. No fees for phone banking or internet banking.

Call Today: (610) 882-8800 Contact Us Online: www.embassybank.com Or Visit Any of Embassy’s Convenient Offices Valleywide: ALLENTOWN 1142 S Cedar Crest Blvd. (484) 223-0018

ALLENTOWN 4148 W Tilghman St. (484) 223-1782

TREXLERTOWN 6379 Hamilton Blvd. (610) 336-8034

BETHLEHEM 925 West Broad St. (484) 821-1210

BETHLEHEM 100 Gateway Dr. (610) 882-8800

SAUCON VALLEY Route 378 & Colesville Rd. (610) 332-2981

EASTON Easton-Nazareth Hwy. & Corriere Rd. (Next to Applebee’s) (484) 536-1870