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From The Editor’s Desk. Year’s end is neither an end nor a beginning but a going on, with all the wisdom that experience can instill in us. -Hal Borland, American Writer & NY Times Journalist The beginning of a New Year is often a bittersweet affair. You remember all of the good times, and the bad, of the past 365 days of your life. Sure, you’re another year older, but you’re also another year richer with all of the experiences and memories of the past. That’s pretty corny, but true I guess. I’m usually pretty optimistic, but I’m just a bit too cynical to let that fluff go to print without comment. For many people my age, New Year’s Eve is basically just amateur night at the bar and a time to make resolutions that will last a few days or weeks. Not me though, even though I’m not one to make resolutions, I’m excited about another year. Where people sometimes look back and see regret, I try to look forward and see opportunity. Also, New Year’s Eve 2012 was the 5th anniversary of when I began dating my lovely

4685 Lehigh Drive (Rte 248), Walnutport, PA 18088-9574 Telephone 610-767-9600 • Fax 610-767-9612 Email: AskUs@TownandCountryGazette.com www.TownandCountryGazette.com ISSN 1942-2091 Paul & Lisa Prass, Publishers Alice Wanamaker, Associate Publisher, Newspapers Joe Korba, Publishing Assistant Donna Bachman, Accounting Manager Tony Pisco, Art Director Emily Graf, Elaine Leer, Alyse Moyer, Melissa Rose, Quynh Vo, Graphic Designers Tyler Trumbauer, Editorial Intern Dave Heffner, Monroe Balliet, Drivers The Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette is published twice a month, on the first & third Wednesday/Thursday combinations. The Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette does not assume responsibility for an ad beyond the cost of the ad itself. We cannot be responsible for typographic errors. We reserve the right to reject any article or advertisement thought to be offensive or not contributing to the needs of the community. Signed letters will be printed at the discretion of the editor. News items and ads should be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on the deadline date, located on the bottom of the front cover.

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Staying Safe This Winter As winter weather begins to set in, there are many things you can do to protect yourself from scams and also while driving on winter roads. This time of year carries many risks for consumers, and there are several ways to protect yourself and your loved ones from dangerous pitfalls. When conducting any type of online shopping, be sure to exercise caution when entering any personal identification information. Look for the yellow lock symbol in the browser window to ensure the site is secure. It is also wise to avoid storing sensitive information on a personal computer and to ensure antivirus or antispyware software is current. According to Pennsylvania Attorney General Linda Kelly, telephone scams are very popular during the winter season and often specifically target older Pennsylvanians. Popular claims from a telephone caller or message include messages that family members have been involved in an accident while traveling and need money for car repairs or medical treatment; that loved ones have been delayed while traveling and need assistance paying for overnight lodging or alternative transportation; or that airline or train tickets have been stolen and friends or relatives need cash

to purchase replacement tickets. Always guard your personal information, and if a call seems suspicious do not provide the caller with any information that could put you at risk for identity theft. In addition to exercising caution when online and on the phone, be sure to refer to these general tips when out shopping: • Secure all documents that contain important financial or personal information, including bank statements, credit card bills, and receipts. • Use passwords effectively by not choosing the same password for all accounts and avoid using birth dates, friends’ names, maiden names or common codes when formulating a password. Memorize passwords so they are not kept in a purse or wallet. • Be wary of requests for a Social Security number, account number, credit card number or user ID. Check up on a solicitor when approached about opening a new account or enrolling in a new program before proceeding. When driving in the winter months on icy or snow covered roads, it is important to keep in Continued on Page 5

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Staying Safe This Winter Continued from Page 4 mind the following safety tips: • Use extra caution on bridges and ramps where ice can often form without warning. • Keep a safe distance from other vehicles and allow at least six car lengths behind an operating snow plow. • Under Pennsylvania law, when windshield wipers are on, headlights must also be turned on. • If you do become stranded, keep the downwind window cracked, run the engine every half hour to warm the vehicle and wait for help to arrive. • Always carry a cell phone and pack an emergency kit. • Keep your gas tank as full as possible. • Do not park or abandon your vehicle on snow emergency routes. • Reduce speed and never drive aggressively on snowy or icy roads. I would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season and safe travels this winter! By Rep. Julie Harhart (R-Lehigh/Northampton

Northern Lehigh Softball Sign-ups The Northern Lehigh Softball Organization will be holding its Spring Signups during the month of January. All girls’ ages 6 to 19 from the Northern Lehigh School District are encouraged to come out and signup to play softball. We will be sponsoring teams at all age levels in both the Parkland and Lehigh Valley League if numbers permit. Signups will be held Saturday January 9th from 9:00 am to noon at Rentschler Chevrolet, on Sunday, January 10th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Vigilant Fire Company in Slatington and then again on Tuesday, January 17th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm back at Rentschlers. Northern Lehigh Softball would like to thank Rentschler Chevrolet for their generous and continued support of Northern Lehigh Softball. Please call Charlie Maurer at 610-767-8084 or Brian Filchner at 610-737-7869 with any questions.

Happy Birthday!

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Moorestown Garden Club

The Moorestown Garden Club recently ended the gardening season with a holiday dinner at the Barnhouse Village. After a very enjoyable dinner, beautiful crystal trophies were awarded to the winners of the 58th annual flower show. Best Of Show: Horticulture and Houseplants – Betty Tumpey, Arrangements-Joan Boccabella, Fruits and Vegetables-Lois Frey. Club Project: Carrots- Claire Cook and Begonias-Lois Frey. Sweepstakes: Horticulture-Jan Charney, Houseplants-Betty Tumpey, Arrangements and Fruits and Vegetables-Lois Frey. Elected new officers for 2012 are Evanne Maher, President; Jan Charney, Vice President, Marianne Lesher, Secretary; Jane Roberts, Treasurer; Johanna Houck, Assistant Secretary/ Treasurer. We look forward to the 2012 season when we will meet again on March 6 at Salem UCC, Moorestown. For more information, call 610-863-0796.

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Nice Bucks! Austin Hoppes, 8, of Bath, PA took this 5-pt buck on November 1st using his crossbow at 25 yards while hunting on his Pappy's farm in Moore Township, PA. He also shot this 10-pt buck while hunting in Ohio on November 20th during their 2-day youth hunt with his muzzleloader. This is Austin's 4th buck in 3 years. He was being mentored during the hunts by his father.

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Mary Csencsitz, age 90 of Coplay shown here with son Joseph Csencsits (behind her), grandson Michael Csencsits, great-granddaughter Taryn Csencsits, and great-great grandson Julian Csencsits-Ortiz.

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2012 Community Calendar EVERY THURSDAY Bingo, Emerald Fire Co. 6:45 pm Line Dance Vigilant Fire Hall, Slatington. 7 pm - 9:30 pm FMI 610-760-1917 Rotary Club, Slatington meets 6:15 pm at Wildlife Center pavilion FMI 484-951-2468. Bowmanstown VFC wingnight, 6-9 p.m. 610-852-2722, EXC. 3rd Thurs. Bingo Petersville R&G Club, Lehigh Twsp., 7 pm, FMI 610261-2210 Al-Anon Family Group, Anonymous Fellowship for friends & family of alcoholics. St. John’s UCC, Palmerton, 7– 8 pm 484477-9697 American Legion Aux. Slatington meets at Legion 1st Thurs. 7:30 pm FMI 610-760-1098 Yoga Peters Elem. 6-7 pm Good Shepherd Church Slatington playgroup 10:30 am age 2-5. FMI 610-760-1687. (1st & 3rd) ZUMBA @ Bethany Wesleyan 7 pm FMI 610-767-1239

EVERY FRIDAY Preschool Story Hour Palmerton Library 10:30 am Bingo - Mahoning Valley Am-

bulance, 7 p.m., FMI 610-2174321 Palmerton Food Pantry open 9:30 – 3:30, Third Friday of the month at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Palmerton. FMI: 610826-4335 Adult Stretch Vigilant Fire Co. 10-11 am FMI: 610-760-0300

EVERY SATURDAY Yoga – Palmerton Library 9 am FMI: 570-436-1762 Bingo - Diamond Fire Co., Walnutport. 6:30 pm. 610-767-8476. Cancer Connections Group Meeting @ Bethany Wesleyan Church 10 a.m. (3rd Sat.) Healing Service @ Victory Christian Center, Kutztown. 6:30 p.m. FMI: 610-216-7252 Tail Waggin’Tutors Therapy Dogs Palmerton Library (Second Sat.) 11 – 12 noon. Must Register @ Library.

EVERY SUNDAY Bingo - Citizens Fire Co., Slatedale, 1:00 p.m. Bingo - SS Peter & Paul School, Lehighton. Doors open at Noon Bingo - 581 Roosevelt St., Whitehall. Doors 4:30, Bingo 6 pm. FMI: 610-262-7630 Bingo – 197 North 6th St., Lehighton. 6:30 pm Activities

Unlimited. Recreational Volleyball - CoEd, 6 pm, ages 15 & up. Bethany Wesleyan. FMI 610-767-1239

EVERY MONDAY Knitting Club Palmerton Library (First Monday of Month) 6-8 pm Book Club Palmerton Library (Third Monday) 12-1:15 pm Line Dancing 6:45 – 8:30pm N’ton Gin Mill FMI 610-2629010. Bingo - Schnecksville Fire Co. 6 & 6:45 Bingo - Diamond Vol. Fire Co.. Doors 4, bingo 6:30 pm. 610767-8476 Bingo - Northampton Cmty. Ctr. Doors 5:30, bingo 7 pm. 610-261-1113 Bingo - Kunkletown Fire Co. 6:45 pm 610-381-2674 Zumba at Palmerton Sokol Club 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Competitive Volleyball - CoEd, @ 6:30 pm, ages 17 & up. Bethany Wesleyan FMI: 610767-1239 Adult Stretch Vigilant Fire Co. 10-11 am FMI: 610-760-0300 Zumba 6-7 pm Vigilant Fire Co

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2012 Community Calendar EVERY TUESDAY

Saturday January 7

Bingo - Bowmanstown Fire Co. 6:30 FMI 610-852-2722

Old Rock Day Play Group ages 2-5 at St. Johns Lutheran Church, Slatington 10 a.m. Pork & Sauerkraut Dinner Heidelberg Union Church. Seating 4 & 6 pm (SD: Jan. 14) Tickets: 610-767-5351 or 610767-6557 Blood Drive, The Boat Yard, Canal Street in Lehighton. 11 am – 7pm. Miller Keystone. FMI: 570-657-6620.

EVERY WEDNESDAY Preschool story hour Slatington Library 11 a.m Bingo, Diamond Fire Co. Doors 4 pm, bingo 6:30. 610-767-8476. Bingo – Our Lady of Hungary (Northampton) gym, 7 pm. Individualized Basic Computer Class, Northampton Area Public Library, 6-8 p.m. FMI 610760-0207. Lehighton's Class of 1961 Ladies meet at Legion Post in Slatington 12 pm (1st Wed.) Alzheimer’s Support Group at St. John’s Lutheran Church Jim Thorpe. 6:30 pm FMI 610-3922380. 2nd & 4th Wed. Zumba at Palmerton Sokol Club 7:00 – 8 p.m. Line Dance Vigilant Fire Hall. Beginners Welcome, 610-7601917 Men’s & Women’s Bible Studies, @ Bethany Wesleyan 6:30 p.m. FMI 610-767-1239

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Friday, January 6

Block shoot & raffle. Blue Mtn. F&G 12 gauge only. Doors 11, Shoot sign up 11:15. FMI: 610767-8004. AFBA Bluegrass Shindig Beethoven Waldheim Club, Hellertown. 12:30 – 5 p.m. FMI: 610-253-2800 Jack Gunsser, antique maven will speak at Palmerton Historical Society Meeting held at Palmerton Library Gallery 7 pm. FMI: 610-767-2711. AYCE Upper Lehigh Lions Breakfast, Schnecksville Fire Co. 8 am – 1 pm. FMI: 610-7672410

Epiphany/Three Kings Day

Monday, January 9

Happy New Year!

Suites, Lehighton. 3-7 pm. Miller Keystone. 610-379-5066. Lehigh Township Historical Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m., LT Historical Centre, Rte. 248, Pennsville

Thursday, January 12 Blood Drive, Jimmy’s Gym Lehighton 4-7 pm. Miller Keystone FMI: 610-377-2491.

Saturday, January 14 National Dress Up Your Pet Day Chicken Pot Pie Dinner, Union Lutheran Church. 4-7 pm. FMI and tickets: 610-767-6884.

Sunday, January 15 Hat Day AYCE breakfast buffet, LT Country Garden 610-767-8600. Bowmanstown Fire Co Breakfast 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. FMI 610-852-2722

Monday, January 16 Martin Luther King Day Blood Drive, Slatington American Legion 3-7:30 pm FMI: 610-767-2201.

Tuesday, January 17 Northern Lehigh Community Center meeting Vigilant Fire Co. 6:30 pm FMI: 610-760-0300

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Spring Sports Registration

East Allen Township will be conducting Spring Registrations for T-Ball, Baseball, Softball, Soccer and Pee Wee Soccer for girls and boys ages 5 – 12. Registrations will be held on Thursday, January 12th, and Thursday, January 19th from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm also on Saturday, January 14th and Saturday, January 21st from 10:00 am to 11:30 am. Registration fees vary depending on number of children in family and residency. You may also sign up anytime at the Municipal Building located at 5344 Nor Bath Blvd. From 8:00am to 3:30 pm Monday through Friday. For more information please Contact Chuck Frantz at 610-262-7961 or 484-239-2090.

Friendly Fifties

St. John's Friendly Fifties will meet on Monday, January 9th, at 1:00 in the gymnasium at 1343 Newport Avenue in Northampton. The Good Shepherd School choir will entertain. If Northampton schools are closed due to inclement weather, the meeting is rescheduled for Monday, January 16th.

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Call for Singers

The Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) “Tri-Cees” (Cougar Community Chorale) is seeking people from the community who share a passion for music and derive joy from singing with others. Students will study and perform choral music with a variety of styles and historical periods, as well as music reading skills and choral technique. These individuals may have an opportunity to perform outside of the classroom and will perform one concert at the end of the semester. The following opportunity is fully-funded through the college’s Student Life department and will be held at the main campus in Schnecksville. Previous basic musical training is not required but would be helpful. Course #SPI 969-50 “Tri-Cees” Cougar Community Chorale Mondays, Jan. 16 – May 7 7-8:30 p.m. No Charge For noncredit course and registration information, call 610-799-1197, email ncregistrar@ mymail.lccc.edu or visit LCCC’s website at www.lccc.edu. For a noncredit brochure, call 610-799-1703. Please be sure to check the course schedule book or our website about additional requirements, such as textbook or materials fee.

Comedy Night and Dinner

The show features Ted Daniels. Ted is a funnyman from the Jersey area who has opened for Steve Marshall, Otto & George and Mike Morse. Headlining the night is Keith Albertstadt. A regular performer for the U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan, Keith has been described as a hidden gem by the Boston Globe. He's also a contributing writer for Saturday Night Live's Weekend Update, National Lampoon and various online magazines. Keith recently appeared on David Letterman.

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What are you curled up with? “Every Thing On It”: Poems And Drawings By Shel Silverstein (NAPS)—From beloved author and illustrator Shel Silverstein comes “Every Thing On It.” Drawn from archived material that spans many years of Shel Silverstein’s prolific work, “Every Thing On It” is the first poetry collection in the tradition of his acclaimed and best-selling titles “Where the Sidewalk Ends,”“A Light in the Attic” and “Falling Up” to be published since Silverstein’s passing in 1999. The poems and illustrations that compose this collection have been carefully curated by the Silverstein estate and its editorial team at HarperCollins Children’s Books. With 145 never-before-seen poems and drawings completed by the cherished American artist, this collection will follow in the tradition and format of his acclaimed poetry classics. When the book was first announced in March 2010, Susan Katz, president and publisher of HarperCollins Children’s Books, said, “It is an honor to carry on the legacy of Shel Silverstein with this new collection of poems and illustrations. His work continues to inspire readers of all ages, and this book will delight and astound just as his previous collections have.” Generations have grown up with the works of Shel Silverstein, known not only as a poet and

illustrator, but also for his work as a cartoonist, playwright, performer, recording artist and Grammy Award–winning songwriter. He has encouraged children to dream and dare to imagine the impossible with his extraordinary poetry and unforgettable characters. Now longtime fans will have a chance to discover even more riches and new readers will delight in the timeless magic of his works. Silverstein’s children’s books have sold more than 25 million hardcover copies in the U.S. alone and have been translated into over 30 languages. This momentous publishing event is sure to join best sellers “Falling Up,” “A Light in the Attic” and “Where the Sidewalk Ends” as a classic and essential book to be treasured by generations to come. About The Author Shel Silverstein is the author of “Don’t Bump the Glump”; “Runny Babbit”; “Where the Sidewalk Ends”; “Falling Up”; “A Light in the Attic”; “Lafcadio, the Lion Who Shot Back”; “The Giving Tree”; “The Missing Piece”; “The Missing Piece Meets the Big O” and many other classic books of prose and poetry. He was a cartoonist, playwright, poet, performer, recording artist and a Grammy-winning/Oscar-nominated songwriter. Shel Silverstein’s children’s books have sold more than 25 million hardcover copies in the U.S. alone and have been translated into over 30 languages. You can learn more about Shel and his books by visiting www.shelsilverstein.com.

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The Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will hold its monthly meeting Thursday, January 5, 7:30 p.m. in the Bethlehem Area Vo-Tech School, 3300 Chester Ave., Bethlehem. Program: “Digital Modes for Today’s Modern Military” – Mel / W3SQ. Members and interested general public are welcome. FMI: www.dlarc.org, KE3AW@ARRL.NET, or 610.432.8286.

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Trophies Wanted

Center City Storm and Rough Rider Athletic Club is looking for players for a Monday night teenage boys and young adult basketball team. contact Joe Zemba at 610-297-0669 or email roughriderac@gmail.com cost to play is $10, but no youth will ever be turned away for financial reasons. Sponsors are needed, along with gently used basketballs and trophies or plaques.

U.S Flag Program

A special program about the American flag will be held on Monday, January 23, at 7 p.m., in the fellowship hall at Hope Lutheran Church in Cherryville. Dave Altrichter will be the speaker and will talk about the flag, how to display it, fold it, etc. Scout leaders and scouts are encouraged to attend. Following the program, there will be light refreshments and an opportunity to purchase any historical items including the DVD video of Lehigh Township. If a group plans to attend, please call 610-767-3634. In case of bad weather or for more information, call 610-767-5989.

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Decorated tables at Christmas meeting;

Members of Indianland Garden Club with the incoming Club President Connie Nagy on far right.

Indianland Garden Club Christmas Banquet The garden club's annual Christmas banquet was held on December 14 at the LT Fire Company with food provided by the Country Garden in Cherryville. The banquet hall and tables were beautifully decorated with greens, flowers, candles, etc. for the festivity. Each member received a special favor, gifts were exchanged, and prizes awarded. The first place winner for the highest points accumulated during the year was Mary Ann

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Sending A Message About Texting While Driving (NAPS)—Young adults live in a constantly connected world where multitasking is ingrained in their DNA. Realizing that this behavior becomes dangerous when young adults text behind the wheel, the State Attorneys General, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Ad Council are launching a new texting and driving prevention public service advertising (PSA) campaign aimed at 16–24-year-old drivers. The message is simple: When you text and drive, you’re not multitasking—you’re driving blind. Consider the following: • 82 percent of young adult drivers ages 16 to 24 have read a standard text message while driving, according to a national survey conducted by the Ad Council (2011). • An online survey of 1,999 teens ages 16 to 19 found that 86 percent had driven while distracted even though 84 percent know it’s dangerous (2010). •23 is the average number of texts per month that teens who text and drive admit to sending (2010). Distracted Driving NHTSA reports that distracted driving is the No. 1 killer of American teens (2007). 16 percent of all drivers younger than 20 involved in fatal crashes were reported to have been distracted while driving (2009). The Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) reports that a texting driver is 23 times more likely to get into a crash than a nontexting driver (2009). “Distracted driving is dangerous and, tragically, teen drivers are the most at risk of being involved in a fatal distracted driving crash,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood.

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Don’t Pay For A Purebred—Adopt One Continued from Page 21 on criteria such as size, gender and breed. Many homeless pets end up that way because their original owners couldn’t provide what they needed. Every breed has websites that can help you find the right match for you. Here are some basic criteria to consider: 1. Space: Some pets do just fine in an apartment; others need more room. Energy is the key, rather than size. Many large-dog breeds spend lots of time sleeping and are content with daily outings and play, while some small and medium breeds need more opportunities to run and explore. 2. Time and energy: Herding, hunting and other types of dogs— and several cat breeds—need to keep their brains and bodies busy. Some others are napping professionals. The time needed for training, attention, play and outings can vary depending on breed type. 3. Coat: Some dog and cat breeds must be professionally groomed to stay healthy and to keep you happy. Almost all dogs and cats shed, so ask yourself how much hair you are ready to handle. Most pets available through adoption come spayed or neutered, vaccinated, licensed and often microchipped for a very affordable adoption fee.You can find a listing of local adoption agencies by using your zip code to search on www.peoplesavingpets. org. 71 Princeton Avenue

All kinds of pets end up homeless for a variety of reasons—frequently due to “people issues” rather than problems with the pets themselves. As a result, local animal shelters and breed-specific rescue groups are great options for people interested in adding a specific breed of pet to their family. For example, when Destini Hollis decided to get a dog, she had her heart set on a Bouvier des Flandres, a large dog originally bred in Belgium. Rather than turning to a breeder, Destini sought out rescue groups that specialized in caring for homeless dogs of her preferred breed. She soon found her match: Baku, a 113-pound gentle giant whose family could not keep him in their small apartment. “We did our research,” Destini said, “and we found exactly what we wanted. I highly recommend searching out a purebred rescue group if you want a specific type of dog.” Narrowing down your options can be tough, but some online tools can help prospective pet parents with their search for the right pet and the right adoption agency. The PetSmart Charities Adoptable Pet Locator, found on its People Saving Pets website (www.peoplesavingpets.org), allows you to search for local adoptable pets based

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January Blood Drives

Miller-Keystone Blood Center – the not-forprofit 501(c)(3) community organization serving as the only blood provider to Easton Hospital, Gnaden Huetten Memorial Hospital, Hazleton General Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network, Palmerton Hospital and the St. Luke’s Hospital and Health Network – has announced the upcoming blood drives for January, please see our community calendar listings for dates, times and locations. January is National Blood Donor Month! Individuals registering to donate on any MKBC blood drive or at any MKBC donor center during the month of January can enter a raffle for the chance to win a $500 Visa gift card! For more information on this or other MKBC promotions, visit their website at GIVEaPINT.org.

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"The Salvation Army Seniors Program, "Our Place", will hold its first program for 2012 on Thursday, January 12, 2012 at 10:45 A.M. with special guests. Alan Allegra, writer for "Lifestyles Over 50", will present a devotional in his unique

style, and his wife Lynda will present and display her collection of Christmas ornaments. Lunch will follow at 12 Noon, cost $1.00 per person. The menu will be lasagna, salad, Italian bread, beverage and dessert. The event is open to the community, seniors ages 50 and over. A phone call to The Salvation Army, 521 Pembroke Road, Bethlehem, Pa. 18018 would be appreciated for meal count."

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New Year's Day Prayer for One and All

Dear Lord So far this year I've done well. I haven't gossiped, I haven't lost my temper, I haven't been greedy, grumpy, nasty, selfish, or overindulgent. I'm very thankful for that. But in a few minutes, Lord, I'm going to get out of bed, and from then on I'm probably going to need a lot more help. Amen

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Mason Christmas Tree

The Bethlehem Area Vocational-Technical Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Masonry class created a brick and block Christmas tree to develop their competencies. The students brainstormed as a team to develop the design and layout of the tree. Approximately ten different brick styles, sizes and positions were incorporated into the treeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s construction. A large part of the raw material was cut to size to create its tree like form. The star is cut from two tiles to give it a three dimensional appearance. Top Left- Hunter Clouse, 11, Jason Sanchez, 12, Brian Rosado, 12 Middle Row - Thomas Beiser, 11, Travis Brown, 11, Jean Carlos Doble, 12 Front Row - Josh Sinwell, 12, Mr. Tucker Shive, Instructor, Bryton Danner, 11, Alan Molder, 11

Happy Birthday! Ruth Mack - 90 on Jan. 24th Lorraine Roth - 85 on Jan. 25th Mike Reifinger - 55 on Jan. 26th

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Church Directory KEY: W – Worship, SS – Sunday School, N – Nursery

Faith Independent Church of Christ Walnutport W 10 am , SS 9 am

Jerusalem UCC Palmerton, 610-681-4412. W 9:00 am & 10:30 am

Faith Alive United Methodist Church Bowmanstown 610-852-2805. W 8:30 am & 10:45 am, SS 9:45 am

Kingdom Life Family Center Orefield W 10 am. (N)

First UCC Palmerton W 9 am, SS 10 am

Living Hope Lighthouse Palmerton, 610-826-2201. W 10 am

Friedens UCC Slatington, 610-767-7099 HA W 10:30 am, SS 9:00 am

Living Stone Fellowship New Tripoli 610-298-3020. W 10:00 a.m.

Good Shepherd UCC Slatington, 610-767-9680 HA W 8:30 & 11 am SS 9:30 am

McMichaels United Methodist Church McMichaels 570-629-1136

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Kreidersville W 8 am, 9:45 am & 10:45, SS 9:30 (N)

Parryville United Methodist Church 610-377-5538 W 10:30 am, SS 9:30 am

Gospel Chapel Wesleyan Church Northampton, 610-262-8101 W and Kids Church 9 & 10:45 am (N)

Sacred Heart Church Palmerton (HA) Sat. 5pm, Sun. 8:30 & ll am

Grace United Church of Christ Northampton. W 10:30 am, SS 9:15 am

Salem United Methodist Church Danielsville W 9:30 am, SS 11 am (N)

Blue Mountain Community Church Palmerton, 610-826-8402 W 9:15 am & Small Study Groups, 11:15 am

Heidelberg Lutheran Church Slatington. 610-767-1526. W 8:30 am

Calvary Bible Fellowship Church Walnutport, 610-767-7447 W - 10 am

Heidelberg Union CC Slatington. 610-767-4740 (HA) W 11 am , SS 9:45 am

Salem United Methodist Church Aquashicola W – 11 am, SS 9:30 am, Fellowship 10:30 am

Chapman Quarries United Methodist Bath 610-837-0935 HA W 11 am SS 10 am.

Heritage Baptist Church Orefield, 610-395-4970. S.S. 9:30 am W 10:45 am (N)

Christ’s Church at Lowhill UCC New Tripoli W 10:30 am, S.S. 9:15 am

Holy Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-2668 (HA) W 10:30 am, SS 9:15 am (N)

Christ U.C.C., Little Moore Danielsville, 610-837-6051. W 9 am SS 10:15 am

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Slatedale, 610-767-1526. W 10:45 am

Christ U.C.C. Walnutport, 610-767-1601 W 10 am, SS 9 am

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Palmerton (HA) W 8 & 10:45 am, SS 9:30 am (N)

Covenant United Methodist Church 2715 Mt. View Dr. 610-837-7517. W - 8 & 10:30 am, SS 9:15

Hope Lutheran Church Cherryville, 610-767-7203 (HA) W 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 am (N)

Egypt Community Church Egypt 610-262-4961 H/C W 10:30 am, SS 9 am

Holy Trinity Slovak Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-3365. W 10 am, SS 9 am

Emmanuel UCC Bowmanstown W 9 am , SS. 10:15 am

Jerusalem Lutheran Church Palmerton 610-681-5200. W 10:15 am, S.S. 9 am

Agape New Testament Fellowship Schnecksville, 610-216-5611 (N) W - 10 am, Jr. Church 10:45 am All Saints Episcopal Church Lehighton 610-377-2675 W – 10 am, SS 9 am Assumption B.V.M. Catholic Church Slatington, 610-767-2214 Mass - Sat. 5 pm Sun. 8:30 & 10:30 am Ben Salem United Church of Christ Lehighton 570-386-3870 W 8:15/10:30 am SS (all ages) 9:15 am Bethany Bible Fellowship Church Whitehall, 610-434-8661. W 10:30 am & 6 pm SS 9 am Bethany Wesleyan Church Cherryville, 610-767-1239, W 9 am & Children’s Programs 10:30 am Bethel U.C.C. Slatington. 610-767-1898. W 10 am, SS 9 am

Salem United Methodist Church Slatedale, 610-767-5632. W - 9 am Sun. Prayer Time & Singing 8:45 am Shepherd’s Chapel www.shepherdschapel.com Regional online fellowship St. John’s Episcopal Palmerton W 8 and 10:30 am Slatington Baptist Church Slatington, 610-767-6276. W 10:45 a.m, SS 9:30 am St. John’s Lutheran Church Slatington, 610-767-6361 W 8:00 & 10:15 am, SS 9 am (N) St. John’s U.C.C. Palmerton (HA) W 10 am, SS 9 am St. John’s UCC Rising Sun Rd. Laurys Station (HA) W 10:15 am , SS 9 am St. John’s UCC Slatington 610-767-5554 (HA) W - 9 am - N

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Church Directory St. John’s UCC of Howertown, Northampton, 610-262-8666 (HA) W 8 & 10:15 am, SS 9 am (N)

The Church of God in Palmerton 320 Delaware Ave. 610-826-4972. W 10:15 am

Whitehall Mennonite Church Egypt, 610-262-1270. W 10 am, SS. 9 am (N)

St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church Lehighton 610-377-2972 W 9 am, SS 10:30 am

Trinity EC Church Berlinsville 610-767-1167 W 9 am, SS 10 am

Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-6636 SS 9 am, W 10:30 am (N)

Trinity Evangelical Congregational Church Slatington. 610-760-2090 W 10 am

Zion UCC Lehighton. 610-377-1191 W 8:15 am, SS 9 am

St. Nicholas R.C. Berlinsville, 610-767-3107. Mass daily at 8:30 am, Mass Sat Evening 4:30. Sun 8, 9:30, and 11 am St. Paul’s UCC of Indianland, Cherryville, 610-767-5751 (HA) W at 10:15 am SS 9 am. (N) St. Paul’s UCC Northampton, 610-261-2910 SS 9 am W 10:15 am St. Peter’s Church of Emerald Emerald 610-767-6233 SS 9 am, W 10:15 am, Communion 1st Sun. of month St. Peter’s UCC Northampton (HA) W 10:15 am, SS 9 am St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church Palmerton Divine Liturgy 9:00 am

Union Lutheran Church Schnecksville, 610-767-6884 (N) W 8 & 10:45 am, SS 9:15 am (N) Rejoicing- 4th Sunday of every month United Presbyterian Church of Slatington Slatington, 610-767-8113 (HA) W 8:30/10:30, SS –9:30 Union United Church of Christ Neffs, 610-767-6961 (HA) W 8 & 10:30 am, Children Church 10:30 (N) Walnutport 7th-Day Adventist Church 610-767-8939 W 9:45 am, SS 11:00 am

Zion’s Stone UCC Northampton 610-262-1133 W 9 am, 10:15 SS Zion Wesleyan Church Bath, 610-837-8469 W 10:30 am, SS 9:30 am Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church Northampton, 610-262-6636 9 am, W 10:30 am (N) * Please send your updates to askus@ townandcountrygazette.com or mail them to our office at 4685 Lehigh Drive Walnutport, PA 18088 Church Directory is a free listing of area Churches in alphabetical order and includes: Services, Sunday school and Bible Study regular schedules. Please call the office for directions or more information

Spread The Good Word Sermonette - Debra K. Hess

As we pause on the cusp of a new calendar year, these words from the Book of Ecclesiastes come to mind…. For everything there is a season….. a time for every purpose under heaven… The wisdom writer of the Book of Ecclesiastes is being a realist about time, about the seasons of life. Though not the creator of time, the writer did not want anyone to journey through the seasons with rose-colored glasses. He wanted to be honest we knew there would be both challenges and joys in our lives. The writer wraps each of these verses in an indisputable framework of human existence – a time to cry, a time to laugh, a time to grieve, a time to dance…. Reminding us that God is the creator of time; it is God who establishes the rhythm of the seasons. Always, as calendar pages turn, we stand before God filled with hope, from whose almighty works, nothing can be added or taken away. We pause

on the edge of the old and the new; the edge of today and tomorrow. We have journeyed through the Advent waiting to the Christmas joy and now on to a new year. As we consider the words of Ecclesiastes, let’s consider some words of an old Sanskrit poem: “Yesterday is but a memory, and tomorrow a vision. But today, well-lived, makes every yesterday a memory of happiness, and every tomorrow, a vision of hope." Pastors -- would you like to contribute a short Sermonette for 2012 issues? If so, please call 610-767-9600 or email us at sermonette@townandcountrygazette.com

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As we begin a new year, many people are dealing with life issues that add stress to their daily living. Why not invite a friend and plan to attend one of our Support Groups which will begin in January, 2012.

GriefShare: dealing with mourning and loss.

DivorceCare: suffering from the pain of separation or divorce.

Celebrate Recovery: struggles with habits, hurts, or hang ups (Men’s and Women’s groups).

Cancer Connections: for cancer survivors and caregivers.

Chronic Pain: a new group for people dealing with physical pain.

For more information on these groups, please contact Bethany Wesleyan Church 675 Blue Mountain Drive Cherryville, PA 18035 610 767-1239 www.bethanywes.org

Spread The Good Word Stonecroft Ministries Bible Study

"Who is Jesus?", a Stonecroft Ministries Bible study, will be conducted beginning Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 11 a.m. at The Salvation Army, 521 Pembroke Road, Bethlehem, Pa. 18018. The Bible study is part of "Soup and the Word" and the current teacher will be Janice Tomac, who has been leading Stonecroft Bible studies for over 25 years in the Bethlehem area. The study is for adult men and women. Homemade soup will be served at 12 noon for those choosing to attend the Bible study. Reservations for the January 18th attendance are requested and can be made by calling Major Jean Dlugose, Sr. Program Director, at 610-867-4681.

Bethany Wesleyan Church

Bethany Wesleyan Church offers Learning, Experience & Discipleship (L.E.D.) classes on Wednesday evenings beginning at 6:30 pm and Sunday mornings at 9:00 & 10:30 am. New classes will be starting soon. ZUMBA classes will begin again on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30—7:30 pm in the Dining Room starting January 3. Women of all ages are invited from ages 13-99! $4/class. Co-Ed Volleyball for ages 16 and up will be held on Sunday evenings at 6:30 pm in the gym. Bethany also offers several support groups for those struggling with life issues or loss of a loved one. GriefShare, DivorceCare, Celebrate Recovery, Cancer Connections and Chronic Pain support groups are beginning in January. Contact the church office for details and times. Bethany Wesleyan Church is located at 675 Blue Mountain Drive in Cherryville. Worship services are held each Sunday at 9:00 & 10:30 AM. For more information, please call the church office at 610 767-1239, or visit us online @ www.bethanywes. org.

Assumption BVM Catholic Church

The Altar & Rosary Society of the Assumption BVM Catholic Church, 649 W Washington St. Slatington will hold a Flea Market & Food Fest on Sunday, January 29th in the Social Hall. Join us for Eat-in or Take out food! Delicious Soups, Sandwiches, Baked Goods & More! Market will be open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kitchen will be open from 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Join us!

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Extra Point by Tyler Trumbauer

Holiday Break

Around the holidays basketball teams get some rest from league and district matchups, while the players also have a vacation from school. Although there were no scheduled games being played at the end of last calendar year, most schools participated in holiday tournaments. Squads do this to keep the team fresh and also to check out more teams that they haven’t faced yet in the 2011-12 season. Palmerton, Northern Lehigh and Lehighton, among other teams from around the area battled in the Rotary holiday tournament held in Slatington, while Parkland and Northampton hosted their own tournaments. Even though this “holiday break” from game action is not the official mid-way point of the boys’ varsity basketball season I’m taking a look at all of the teams around the area and analyzing how they have performed so far this winter. The records for each team are as of December 28th. Parkland (6-0 overall, 3-0 in LVC) – Head coach Andy Stephens has the luxury of having five great seniors on this year’s squad. He had nothing but praise for them in a phone interview, “Our five seniors are doing a great job. Three of them are in our starting lineup and the other two play very important roles on this team.” This Trojan squad is solid all around. They are one of the fiercest competitors in the Lehigh Valley Conference. In each game this team enters, they have a very good chance of winning it. Coach Stephens has a great group of players this season and look for them to make a big splash in the playoffs this winter. Lehighton (1-7 overall, 0-2 in MVC) - “It has been somewhat difficult for us.”That is how head coach Rich Oertner put it when I asked him about his team’s start. Contrary to the Indians’ record, this team has talent. The thing this squad is missing is experience. Oertner and his team have lost most of their games by slim margins. The inexperience of his players is proving costly late in games. Look for Lehighton to start notching some wins in late January and early February as the team gets more

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games under their belt. Northern Lehigh (5-1 overall, 3-1 in CL) – Northern Lehigh has bounced back very well after a sloppy opening loss to Bangor to start this season. The dogs have been dominant in the paint like predicted as the junior tandem of Lucas Pierce and Caleb Johnson produce consistently. Senior Devin Glose is doing very well at running this bulldog offense this winter. NL is right where they should be in the standings. They are a premier team in the Colonial League this season and look for them to have an impact in the league and district playoffs. Northampton (1-6 overall, 1-2 in LVC) - The Konkrete Kids have had a rough beginning to their season. Four out of their first five losses had been by nine points or less. Head coach Ed Ohlson had these words to say about his team and their season so far, in a phone interview, “We are very competitive. We have had some unlucky breaks. The boys play great defense but, are struggling on offense.” These players have the ability to stay with most teams on their schedule. Junior Kyle George is leading the team in points scored so far this winter. Look for him to carry this team out of this early hole and in to playoff contention. Palmerton (1-5 overall, 0-4 in CL) – After an opening win at Lehighton, head coach Mike Stefanek and his Blue Bombers have been on a skid. They have had some trouble against the tough talent in the Colonial League. Although to most this may seem like a rebuilding year for Palmerton, Stefanek would like more out of this winter, “We (coaches and players) are not happy with our play so far. We are constantly looking and searching for solutions to our problems this season. We will continue to look to make the most of this season. I owe it to the players and the basketball program. Our players are great young men who have bright futures ahead of them.”With Palmerton’s rough start, it will be a difficult task to try to get back to the top of the standings. Look for Continued on Page 40 4571 CLOVER HILL CIRCLE SERVING THE GREATER LEHIGH VALLEY

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To Lotion or Not to Lotion… that is the question! Many clients come into the salon and sign up for a month of tanning and then ask me what else they should do. Well above all my three rules are: 1. Protect your eyes, you only have one pair, 2. Protect your lips, the skin is very delicate and care burn easily and 3. Moisturize, moisturized skin is happy skin, happy skin is healthy skin and healthy skin gives you the best tan. Well after we go over all of that the conversation inevitably moves onto what lotion will get me the tannest, fastest. So I thought I would take the mystery out of lotions before tanning season got into full swing. First there are many kinds of lotions, but when you get down to it

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Bertsch Hokendauqua Catasauqua Watershed Association 2011 year in review The Bertsch Hokendauqua Catasauqua Watershed Association has had a very busy year. BHCWA is a local nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring clean drinking water for our region and committed to public education about our water resources. The association’s educational programs have been varied and diverse. Throughout the year, the group participated in many programs including partnering with the Lehigh Gap Nature Center and partnering with the Hokendauqua Trout Unlimited Chapter, the Borough of Northampton and Penn DOT to clean up the Hokendauqua Creek near the skate park in Northampton. In June BHCWA received one of the most important local conservation awards during the closing ceremonies of the Wildlands Conservancy’s Lehigh River Sojourn. They were honored by the Wildlands Conservancy as their Friend of the Lehigh River for our work preserving and protecting local watersheds.

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A Touch of Dutch 27 Diesember, 1956

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Des iss unser letschder Brief im alde Yaahr. Die Memm hot als gsaagt, „ Die Zeit geht hie, un der Dod kummt her.“ Es iss so schee, as es alt Yaahr immer ausgeht December 27, 1956 mit so halliche Zeite wie die Grischtdaag. Wann mer driwwer denkt, sin die yunge Buwe un Maed This is my last article in the old year. My mom gewiss zu bedauere. Sie meene sie hedde so arrig always said, “Time goes away and death comes gschpass mit ihrem Rock un Roll un Elvis Presley nearer.” Weise. It’s very nice that the old year ends with such Wann sie noch’s Belznickel Acte darrichmache a happy time as Christmas. If you think about it, kennde, wie mir Yunge als hen, dann hedde the young boys and girls are certainly deserving sie ebbes fer driwwe schwetze. Mer kenne uns of pity. They think they have so much fun with noch gut errinere, wie die grosse Buwe sich Rock ‘n Roll and Elvis Presley tunes. als uffgegleedt hen un sin vun Haus zu Haus If they could make it through the Belznickel gschprunge etliche Owet fer Grischtdaag mit routine like we did when we were young, then grosse Whippe un die Seck voll Grundniss. they would have something to talk about. I can Do hot mer um der Offe rumghocht owets un still well remember how the older boys dressed uff eemol hot’s aagfange rapple an de Fenschdere up themselves and ran from house to house many un an der Dier. Der Paepp hot uns Yunge gschickt evenings before Christmas with big whips and fer uffmache un die Belznickel reilosse. sacks full of peanuts. Ich vergess sei lewe net, wie ich mol an der One would sit around the stove evenings and Dier bin un hab zum Glass nausgeguckt un was suddenly there was rattling at the windows and sehn ich? Eener uff de Knie hocke outseid mit the door. Dad would send us youngsters to open re braune Suit aa un en fassfeet Sack iwwer die (the door) and let the Belznickel in. Kopp gschtriptCongratulations un zwee Hanner uff emTown Kopp to the Blue Mountain & CountryI will never in my lifetime forget how I went to Congratulations to gemacht the Blue Mountain Town Country Gazette on 25&Years! wie der Deiwel, vun Welschkanngrutze. the door one time and looked out the glass, and Gazette on 25 Years! Des waar genunk fer ebber die Gichdere mache. “COMPLETE AUTOBODY SPECIALISTS” what did I see? A person sitting on his knees Awwer ich hab ihn reiglosstSPECIALISTS” un er hot Grundniss outside, wearing a brown suit and with a burlap “COMPLETE AUTOBODY COLLISION CENTER, uff der BoddemSULE’S gschmisse un ich hab sie uffglese,INC. bag stripped over his head with two (corn cob) SULE’S COLLISION CENTER, INC. awwer hab die same Zeit aa paar gude uff die horns sticking out, looking like the Devil. 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10 Free Flowering Trees From the Arbor Day Foundation Residents of Pennsylvania can ring in the New Year by receiving 10 free flowering trees by joining the Arbor Day Foundation any time during January 2012. By becoming a member of the nonprofit Arbor Day Foundation, you will receive two white flowering dogwoods, two flowering crabapples, two Washington hawthorns, two American redbuds and two goldenraintrees. “These beautiful trees will give your home in Pennsylvania lovely flowers with pink, yellow and white colors,” said John Rosenow, chief executive and founder of the Arbor Day Foundation.“These trees are perfect for large and small spaces, and they will provide food and habitat for songbirds.” The free trees are part of the nonprofit Foundation’s Trees for America campaign. The trees will be shipped postpaid at the right time for planting, between Feb. 1 and May 31, with enclosed planting instructions. The 6- to 12inch tall trees are guaranteed to grow or they will be replaced free of charge. Arbor Day Foundation members also receive

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Slatington Woman’s Club Girl of the Month Allison Beltz November 2011 Allison Beltz of Slatington has been names as the Slatington Woman’s Club Girl of the Month for November 2011. Allison is the daughter of Wesley and Maria Beltz. She also lives with her sister, Laura, and two Siamese cats,

Meeka and Beckham. With her busy school schedule, Samantha still has time to be involved in a lot of school activities and sports. She is currently serving as the Student Council president. She has also been a representative for all of high school, a member of National Honor Society, SADD, and a peer helper. Allison goes to as many school functions and sporting events as she can and in the spring, she plays on the school’s varsity softball team. She has been on the Principal’s List each marking period throughout high school, completed the Penn State Lehigh Valley Emerging Leaders program in her junior year, and received

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the coaches’ award while playing JV softball. Throughout school and summertime, Allison likes to have campouts, watch sports with her dad, go to family parties and vacations, and hang out with her friends. Her family is important to her, “my family and I have a lot of memories together that I will cherish forever. We go on a vacation to a different place each summer.” She loves being creative, watching NCIS, and listening to music. Allison plans to attend college and major in Physical Therapy to achieve a doctorate degree. She hopes to work at a pediatric or out-patient facility.

Samantha Corcoran - December 2011 Samantha Corcoran of Slatington has been names as the Slatington Woman’s Club Girl of the Month for December 2011. Samantha is the daughter of Theresa and James Corcoran. She also has one brother, Jonathon Corcoran (20 years old). Vice President of Senior Class, Samantha is involved in many school Activities and sports including; Cross Country where she is a team captain, Track & Field, Soccer. Interact Club where she is the Treasurer, Students Against Destructive Decisions, Spanish Club and Peer Helpers. She has received honors in Consistent Principal’s List Contender, 2010 Northern Lehigh High School Most Outstanding Cross Country Runner, 2011 Northern Lehigh High School Most Outstanding Track Athlete and 2010 PIAA Cross Country State Championship Meet Qualifier. Samantha is interested in photography and bike riding. She has future plans to attend the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado, majoring in History. She hopes to become a judge advocate in the United States Air Force.

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Lehigh Twsp. Police Officer Retires

A surprise retirement party was held on December 10, 2011 for recently retired Police Officer Richard Rehrig. Co-workers, family and friends attended this special event to wish him all the best. Rich graduated from the Pennsylvania State Police Academy in 1975. He began his police career working for the Lehighton, Slatington and Walnutport Police Departments from 1976 to 1984. He began working for Lehigh Township Police Department on January 11, 1984. Officer Rehrig was a certified accident reconstructionist and a firearms instructor. His retirement dinner was held at the Lehigh Township Country Garden celebrating his 27 years of faithful service to the community. Rich is the husband of Beth. They have 5 children and 4 grandchildren. He also owns Rich’s Lawn and Landscape. Thank You Officer Rich for your community service and dedication given to Lehigh Township and neighboring communities! Clockwise from upper left - Children ID Fingerprinting by Lehigh Twsp. Police Officers, Getting ready for the Dunking Booth @ Dream Come True (Becky’s Drive-In), Rich at his retirement party and Officer Rehrig speaking at Teddy Bear Day Care.

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Slatington Library News The Library is holding a 50/50 raffle. Tickets cost $2.00 each or three tickets for $5.00. First prize is 25% of take, second is 15% of take and third is 10% of take. The winners will be drawn on February 5th. Tickets are available at the library and from the library board members. Preschool story hour takes place on Wednesdays at 11:00 am. The library has 5 copies of the book “Slatington Soap Box Derby 1937-1978” by local author William L. Leickel left for sale. The cost is $20.00. We also have two copies left of “Businesses along the Boulevard”, also by Mr. Leickel. The cost of

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Holiday Break Continued from Page 29 them to focus on fundamentals and developing players the rest of this season more than them racking up wins. Northwestern (2-6 overall, 1-3 in CL) – Northwestern is looking for consistency. Their performance from game to game has been up and down. Recently, they have shown that they have the potential to play consistent basketball. Their record is not so great but, head coach Daniel

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Pony Garden Tractor, new, used 2 times, Asking $1000. 2 Rolling toolboxes, tool box with tools and extras, Asking $4,000 for all. Call 610-767- 0994. (2/16) PROFLOWERS- Looking for a Holiday Gift that will really impress? SPECIAL OFFER 20 percent off qualifying gifts over $29 from ProFlowers! Offer ONLY available at www.proflowers.com/care or call 1-888862-0729 (1/19) Rottweiler Puppies for sale. Family Raised. Mom on site. 1st shots given. Tails docked and dew claws done. ACA registered. Ready Jan 18th. Serious Inquiries only call 610-442-5991. (1/19) Snow Blower needs tune-up, Asking $500. Call 610-767-0994 (2/16)

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PERSONALS Sincere White Female looking for a special, sincere white male. Honesty, Trust, Walking, Cuddling, Spending Time Together. I’m looking for someone 65 to 74. Please call 610-440-2144 (1/19) Wanted Female- Non-smoker, slim or medium build, music, concerts, dance, quiet country life. I am a clean good man looking for a female counterpart. Southern Poconos, Bord-

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Oil Heat Service - cleanings save oil, 24/7 Emergency Service, Water Heater replacement, plumbing, domestic water coils cleaned, furnaces, boilers, we do it all. 40 years experience. Bruce Beltz 610-759-5765 anytime. (3/15) TREES BY DAVE & SON Takedowns, round overs, lot clearing, aerial life equipped. Over 20 years experience. Fully Insured, FREE estimates. 610826-7487 Emergency Service 24-HRS. Call Dave's Cell 570657-1063. (1/5) We Remove Junk! Attic Basements, Clean-outs, Appliances, Furniture, Construction Debris, Backyard Shed Tear-down, Swimming Pools, Old Hot Tubs etc. GO GREEN! Marth's Disposal 610-262-9021 or 610-8425684. (12/13)

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Wanted All Types of Unwanted Metal Household Appliances, Air Conditioners, Car Parts, Lawn Tractors, ATV, Motorcycles, Mobile homes, furnaces, metal buildings, structures, equipment. Residential, Commercial No Job to big. Cell (610) 751-9251 Jerry anytime (1/5) Wanted unwanted lawn mowers: riding, push, roto tillers & snow blowers. Go-carts & Minibikes. DEAD OR ALIVE. Call Al 610-767-9077 or 484-358-3718. Free Pick Up. (4/15) WANTED: VINTAGE BASEBALL CARDS Paying top $ for tobacco cards, 1948-1952 Bowman, 1952-75 Topps, etc. No collection too small Call Todd at T & L Sports 610-703-0790 (4/22) WANTED! YOUR USED GUNS OR GUN PARTS!!! Any Condition: Good, Not so Good, or Even Plain Old Junk!! We buy, sell, trade and repair guns. PRECISION ARMAMENTS 7141 Rte. 873, Slatington PA 18080. 610-767-9046 (12/13)

THANK YOU The Family of George Binder would like to thank everyone for the kind thoughts, prayers, cards and visits. Also, thank you to everyone who provided baked goods for the luncheon. (1/5)

MOVING SALE Inside - Moving Sale January 7, 8 - 3. Many household items, furniture etc. 771 South Cottonwood Rd., Walnutport. (1/5)

EVENTS Winter Carnival - Saturday Jan. 14th Snow Date Sunday Jan. 15th. 4 - 9:30 p.m. Franklin Twp. Fire Co. - 2440 Fairyland Rd. - Chinese Auction, Bingo, Bake Sale, Games, Theme Baskets, Refreshments & Music by Nightwind (1/5)

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Polar Express “Drop and Shop”

The Polar Express stopped at the Slatington Public Library on Friday December 8, 2011. The conductor was Lynne Fedorcha, and she guided children and adults on a trip that lasted from 6:00 to 10:00pm. She read the “Polar Express,” and then everyone enjoyed the movie. There were snacks, crafts, songs, and a scavenger hunt that made the trip to the North Pole so wonderful. Santa joined them with gifts when we reached their destination, and he made a list of what the children wanted for Christmas. The trip concluded with all the children picking out a book to take home to read. Lynn gave everyone a bell as a souvenir of their trip, and she reminded them of the importance of the bell in the story. This was a special night at the library, and it was made possible by the caring staff and dedicated volunteers. The Slatington Public Library looks forward to presenting more programs for their patrons

Lehigh Township Historical Society The society members thank everyone for their support throughout 2011. We celebrated our tenth anniversary year and were grateful for all of the volunteer help and support we received. You are invited to attend the first winter program in the new year presented by the historical society. It will be held on the fourth Monday of January at 7 p.m. The January 23rd program will be led by David Altrichter, a member of the society and active member of the American Legion. His talk will be about the American flag. Come to the meeting and learn about the history of the flag, how to display it, how to fold it, etc. Scout

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leaders, this would be an excellent program for your scout troop. Following the presentation, light refreshments will be available. If groups plan to attend, please contact 610-767-3634 in order to prepare more refreshments. The next program will be held on Monday, February 27, at 7 p.m., at Hope Lutheran Church, the subject to be announced. There is ample parking available and there is no charge for the program - programs are presented by the society to provide historical education to everyone. Also that evening, historical items will be available for purchase such as the new DVD video about Lehigh Township, books, maps, etc. In the event of inclement weather, the program will be postponed. To learn if the event is cancelled on January 23, please call 610-767-5989. Remember, the historical centre and schoolhouse are open by appointments during the winter months. Tours are given to family groups and other organizations all year long. Monthly meetings are held on the second Monday of every month at 7 p.m. in the rear of the historical centre in Pennsville. Please call for information, 610767-5989.

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Advertiser’s Index

Accelerated Auto.......................... 32 Ace’s Repair and Fix It Shop...................................... 40 Amey’s Garage, Inc........................ 2 Andrejack’s General Contracting, Inc............................ 39 B. Biechy Construction Company........................................ 40 B’s Hive............................................. 2 Becker Homes............................... 40 Bethany Wesleyan........................ 28 Birthday Coupon.......................... 15 Blue Mountain Construction, Inc.......................... 41 Blue Mountain Evergreen, Inc............................... 40 Blue Mountain Health System............................... 19 C & C Food Outlet........................ 17 Campton Funeral Home............. 35 Carl’s Service Center................... 32 Charles H. Mantz, Inc.................. 31 Cherryville Service Center............................................. 48 Clean Sweep.........................6, 29, 42 CLIU.................................................. 4 Country Clippers Pet Grooming................................ 21 Daily Grind.................................... 13 Dale Johnson Machine Shop...... 32 Debbie Miller’s Beauty Corner... 36 Diane & Fred’s Leather Shop.................................................. 7 Eberhardt Motors........................... 9 Family Practice.............................. 18

Frey & Co......................................... 2 G.D. Shupp Home Repairs............................... 41 George Bensing Funeral Home, Inc.......................... 5 Good Eye........................................ 10 Hankee Heating & Air Conditioning................................. 33 Hassler Roofing Inc...................... 37 Heimer’s Brew House.................. 12 Henry’s Service Station............... 30 Home News................................... 16 ISG.................................................. 45 Jack Follweiler’s Garage.............. 30 Jason Hankee Plumbing.............. 30 Kuhns Chiropractic...................... 19 Larry’s Antiques........................... 11 Lehigh Valley Spinal Care Center.............. 24 & 25 Lehigh Valley Physical Therapy.. 18 Lehigh Valley Style......................... 8 Lessig................................................ 3 Lincoln Manor Apartments.................................... 36 Linda’s Co. Catering.................... 13 Livengood Excavators Inc........... 39 LoveLight House, Inc................... 22 LT Vol Fire....................................... 14 Mel Fritz Construction................ 41 Mitman’s Smokehouse................ 13 Myster Tree & Shrub Service............................................ 41 Nancy's Therapeutic Massage............................................ 2 National Guard............................. 44

Neff’s Masonry............................. 40 Northampton VFW Catering Service............................................ 16 Northern Lehigh Insurance & Notary........................................... 7 NOVA.............................................. 10 Off The Wall Auto......................... 32 Pizza Como.................................... 16 Precision Armaments.................... 6 R & R Plumbing & Heating........ 31 Rack-N-Reel.................................. 36 Richard B. Ryon Insurance....................................... 48 Ron’s Handyman Services.............. 40 Roscoe Snyder Insurance........4, 22 Rudy’s Home Services................. 41 Sammi’s Place............................... 14 Santa Fe Taco Co........................... 15 Slatington Beverage Inc.............. 16 Slatington Skeet Assocation....... 16 Stay See Productions..................... 7 Stress Relief Center..................... 18 Sule’s Collision............................. 34 Susan C. Schneck Notary Public.................................. 7 T.J. Uhnak....................................... 39 The Village at Palmerton............. 22 Trees by Dave & Son.................... 41 Veterans Discount Oil, LLC........ 38 W. Neff Auto Sales & Service..... 39 Walnutport Family Eye Care & Optical Boutique...................... 18 Wesley Enhanced Living............. 23 Woodstone Country Club........... 47 Yons Construction....................... 41

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