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Interstate trucks barred from Weaversville Road
By KERI LINDENMUTH At the Allen Township Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, October 24, it was announced by Eugene Clater, chairman of the township’s planning commission, that PennDOT will not be allowing Weaversville Road to serve as a truck access. This will prohibit interstate trucks on the township road. Clater asked that supervisors submit an official request for signs to be posted on Weaversville Road, alerting drivers to this regulation. Supervisors unanimously agreed. Signs on Weaversville Road were not the only road improvements on the agenda for supervisors. Supervisors also spent time developing a list of roads they would like PennDOT to consider for brake retarder prohibition.
With so many large hills in the township, and frequent truck traffic, supervisors believe this will be an important adjustment. PennDOT will conduct and pay for studies, while the township will be responsible for the posting and maintenance of appropriate signs. “I think we should definitely start with [Route] 329 because of the big hill there,” said supervisor Dale Hassler. Other supervisors said Howertown and Seemsville Roads should also be submitted to PennDOT for consideration. Ultimately, supervisors agreed to submit all state roads, and let PennDOT decide which roads should be prohibited from brake retarder use. Finally, the township is also
eligible for a grant with Monroe County for radar speed signs at Willowbrook and Savage Roads. These solar-powered signs, seen in many other townships and boroughs, use radar to record the speed of passing cars. They then post the speed for drivers to see. Not only will these signs alert drivers who are speeding, but they will also provide valuable data to officials. “[It is] a little of a price jump, but it is worthwhile…to integrate [with a] wireless data package… to pull reporting,” explained township manager Ilene Eckhart. Township residents can hear more about these improvements and others at the next Allen Township Board of Supervisors meeting on Thursday, November 9 at 7 p.m.
Lehigh Supervisors give Cherryville Developers another chance
By JUSTIN SWEITZER After threatening to revoke the conditional approval behind a project that would bring major traffic improvements to Lehigh County’s Cherryville intersection, as well as a Turkey Hill and a Dollar General, township supervisors decided to give developers one more chance at their Oct. 24 meeting. The Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 to give Cherryville Development Partners a six-month extension on their expired conditional approval. The approval requires Cherryville Development Partners to clean and better maintain the property, as it asks them to remove trash, replace sediment barriers, and remove brush, stumps and any other fire hazards. The move comes after the board authorized Township Solicitor David Backenstoe at their Oct. 10 meeting to send a letter to all parties behind the project threatening to revoke conditional of the project if certain conditions weren’t met by Oct. 24. The project, slated for the intersection of Route 248 and
Blue Mountain Drive, has been a source of frustration among township residents and supervisors alike for the slow pace at which it’s been progressing. Many residents, including the supervisors, have been favorable toward the ideas at the crux of the project, but the extended delay has drawn the ire many in the township. The board sought a signed roadway improvements agreement, a letter of credit, and clarification about Turkey Hill’s obtainment of a liquor license in the conditions agreed upon on Oct. 10. Instead, the board got Jim Preston, legal counsel for Cherryville Development Partners, and Joe Posh, a partner behind the project. Preston urged the board to reconsider, citing the scope of the roadway improvements alone as a primary reason why the township should stay on board with the project. “This has really been a project about that intersection, and how to develop and improve that intersection,” he said. “We have other participants,
those are our tenants, those would be Turkey Hill and that would be Dollar General,” Preston said. “We’re at the point now where the tenants have to participate somewhat in the resolution to this problem because the scope of the improvements, not just the site development, the scope of the improvements is staggering.” Preston said that Cherryville Development Partners is currently looking to iron out economic and financial issues with the proposed tenants, which is causing the delay in moving the project forward. “Turkey Hill has an agreement with us; they have a deal with us. We’re trying to restructure the economics of that particular deal to move the thing forward. That’s really where we are,” Preston said. “We believe that post-improvements, the site will be worth the additional investment to the tenants. This is not a bad place to be; this is where we are right now. We can’t conduct these negotiations in public,” Preston said. “That’s where we are in terms of the quiet that you’re hearing.” Regarding Turkey Hill’s liContinued on page 2
Dean Haftl, Keystone Cement Company
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Cement worker of the Month- Dean Haftl
By ED PANY Mr. Dean Haftl was raised on the family farm in Moore Township. The entire family was active with 4H clubs. He graduated from Northampton High School in 1978, saying, “I was given a good educational foundation for life.” Starting at Keystone in 1978, Dean was hired by Manager Franklin Silfies, he said, “I am proud to say, our family from my grandfather, father and sister, have proudly worked at Keystone for over 100 years. Old timers John Flamisch, Harold Newton and Tom Yost have also shared their work experiences with me.” When Dean started at Keystone, he held a variety of jobs from night shift maintenance to raw and finish mill operator. He later used his electrical training from high school to spend 17 years on the electric gang. Today, he is part of the preventative maintenance team. The group is the eyes and ears of the plant, covering every area of the plant from the quarry to the giant pre-heater. Mr. Haftl said, “I work with Brian Serfass and Harvey Beidler. Our supervisors are Mark Dlugos, Craig Lawrence and Herb Heimbach, all fine men.” His longest shift was a 36-hour stint during a massive snowstorm. The plant stresses safety,
each Friday a safety meeting is held to update his team on any safety issues. The current plant is much more efficient and productive than past plants on the site. Dean has a good working relationship with his coworkers saying, “If you need a hand on a challenging job, your coworkers are always there to help.” Mr. Haftl is a friendly gentleman with a strong work ethic from a family of dedicated cement workers. He appreciates his job at Keystone saying, “The plant has provided my family with a good standard of living.” His favorite hobby is hunting and he is a member of 5-47 Keystone Gun Club. Dean has been married to the former Nancy Silfies for 37 years and they are proud of daughter Nadeanne and son Nathaniel. The friendly family resides in Moore Township. I am proud to say Dean was a fine student of mine at Northampton High School and we wish him, a 39-year employee and all our friends at Keystone a safe and bright future.
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that while he does not represent Turkey Hill or Dollar General, he learned that Turkey Hill has applied for multiple liquor licenses Continued from page 1 quor license and the confusion across the state, with hopes that surrounding it, Preston stressed some will be approved.
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“You know, throw it against the wall and see what sticks,” he said of Turkey Hill’s strategy. However, there’s little chance that Turkey Hill’s attempt will stick in Lehigh Township. Ac-
cording to both Preston and the board of supervisors, Turkey Hill can not move forward with plans for a liquor license without submitting a new land development plan to the township. Preston maintained that the project is worth extending conditional approval for, as it will prove to be an asset to Lehigh Township. “Really, it’s a project that everybody wants to see done, a project that’s going to benefit the entire township,” he said. Preston also lauded Posh for his involvement in the project, describing him as someone who could prove essential for getting the project to move forward. “It’s probably a good thing at this point, given where we are, that he is involved in this,” Preston said. “If anybody can get this over the finish line, it’s Mr. Posh.” Supervisor Keith Hantz said he didn’t see any harm in extending the conditional approval for Cherryville Development Partners. “I don’t see any harm in it,”
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Hantz said. “They own the dirt. So for us to say we don’t want to do an extension of time— I’m not understanding why you wouldn’t, when they own the dirt. They want something done there. Cherryville Developers wants something done there so why wouldn't we give them six months and see what happens?” The majority of the board ultimately agreed with Hantz, as they went on to vote in favor of a sixmonth extension for Cherryville Development Partners. Supervisor Cynthia Miller cast the dissenting vote, holding firm to her position from the board’s Oct. 10 meeting where she expressed her regret in approving it. “I don’t feel comfortable with it. I hear what you’re saying, but I’ve been hearing this for two to three years now and I just am hearing the same thing over and over and over again. I just don’t see it moving forward,” Miller said. The next Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors meeting is on Tuesday, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m.
Attention Moore Township Residents
Hello Moore Township Residents, My name is David Shaffer and I am asking for your vote in the upcoming General Election on November 7th. As a 6th generation resident of Moore Township, I care about the future of our township. If elected I will be a leader that leads, no excuses. Issues must be taken care of regardless of what caused them or how they happened. Here are some of the major issues and how I plan to attack them if elected as supervisor. Safety…. I support our Police and Fire Protection Teams. Our emergency responders should be provided with continuing education and ongoing training opportunities. They also should have all the necessary supplies and cutting edge equipment to keep our residents, as well as themselves, safe. Youth…. I support the Moore Township Athletic Association (MTAA) for all the dedicated work they do, and for all they contribute for the youth of our township. As a longtime MTAA youth myself, I have a strong understanding of the hard work that goes into providing a fun and safe environment. The MTAA provides the outlet for our youth to channel their energy in a positive and healthy manner. The Recreation Center also provides a safe haven for all township residents who want to enjoy the park's amenities. I fully intend to support this organization and listen to the needs such as maintaining the grounds/fields, buildings, sporting equipment, coach training, and work with them to discuss how to grow the program and attract more volunteers. Land Preservation…. Being on the Land Preservation Board and the Environmental Advisory Council, I will continue to work to keep our township as the leader and role model in preserving farmland and natural areas to keep Moore Township the hidden jewel that it is. Taxes & Grants…. We currently have one of the lowest tax rates in Northampton County and I intend to keep it that way by being frugal, applying for grants and cutting waste. If elected, I can promise you that I will be searching and applying to every grant available. With my education and previous experience, I can identify the most appropriate opportunities and oversee the creation of strong proposals that can increase Moore Township’s chances of successfully being awarded a grant. Roads…. Our township has over 100 miles of roads that are deteriorating rapidly. This has been a common complaint voiced every year. I believe that a Long-Term plan needs to be implemented to resolve these issues with the help of a qualified person to run the road department. Transparent Government…. Finally, I will bring to the table if elected Township Supervisor, is transparent government. I believe taxpayers should be able to clearly see how our township spends tax money and to hold paid employees and supervisors accountable. This means placing all financial, monthly minutes, and public information online in an easy-to-use, readily understandable system. Remember, I am the only candidate that is NOT running for a JOB. My opponent currently has a township job as part-time secretary. She is running to keep this job and will promote herself to a full-time position, if she should win. We need this to change, supervisor’s having township jobs is a conflict of interest and has not helped Moore Township. We need to hire professional people to fill these crucial positions in our township to get the results this township needs. Let’s stop electing supervisors looking for a job. If you want sound management, transparent government and common sense solutions, then vote for me, David Shaffer on November 7th. Join me at the General Election on November 7th. Vote to preserve Moore Township…
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A Step Inside the Bath Museum
EVENTS AROUND TOWN The GETTING OUT section of The Home News is open to events that are FREE for the community to attend and participate in. If you have an event and are not sure if it qualifies for this section, call us at 610-9230382! We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify.
Moore Township Democrat’s Monthly Meeting- 6:30
p.m. every second Thursday of the month. Pizzaville, 572 Nazareth Drive, Bath. Moore Township Historical Commission- Monthly meeting at 7 p.m., last Wednesday of the month at Moore Twp. Municipal Building, public is welcome.
Governor Wolf Historical Society Monthly Meeting7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month except August on the GWHS campus, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath. Public welcome. For information, govwolf.org.
by Carol Bear-Heckman
Bath Artist Don Johnson Did you know that Johnson had been an artist from Bath asked to paint Presipainted one of the dent Gerald Ford's presidential portraits? portrait. Johnson That's the bold cap- taught landscape and tion at the top of the still-life painting at page declared in The the Baum Art School Home News on No- in Allentown and was vember 7, 1974. Fiftyone-year-old Donald Continued on page 15
Governor Wolf Historical Society Museum, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath: Open to the public 1-3 p.m. the
third Saturday of the month, with tours of the society’s campus offered. For information, govwolf.org. Bath Museum-Open every third Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Located in Bath Borough building at Penn and Washington Streets. Veterans Day Program- Friday, November 10 at Nazareth Memorial Library at 11 a.m. Call 610-759-4932 for more information. Community Thanksgiving Lovefeast Concert- Sunday, November 19 at 3 p.m. at Nazareth Moravian Church. Bath Tree Lighting- November 25 at 6 p.m. in Monocacy Creek Park.
Moore Township Lions & Lioness Christmas Tree Lighting- Saturday, December 2 at 6:30 p.m. Corner Rt. 946
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Christmas in Nazareth- December 9, community-wide event from 12 to 4 p.m.
Nazareth Tree Lighting- December 7 at 7 p.m. in Center Square.
Luminaria Night- December 9 at 6 p.m., Borough of Bath. Roxy Theatre Holiday Movie Night: It’s A Wonderful Night- December 13 at the Roxy Theatre in Northampton. Bring non-perishable food item as admission, help stock the Northampton Area Food Bank. Showings of “It’s a Wonderful Life” at 1 and 7:30 p.m.
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submitted by CAROL BEAR-HECKMAN The Governor Wolf Historical Society is proud to announce they will be holding the 37th Annual Christmas House Tour on Saturday, December 2. The tour features seven private, historic homes in Bath and the surrounding countryside. The theme for this year's tour is "Coverlets - A Warm Christmas.” Finish your day at the society's Wolf Academy Historic Site with a free Colonial Family Fun Day featuring hearth cooking, demonstrations, colonial crafts, museum, carolers, crafts for children, raffle, display of antique coverlets, greens for sale, and food by Daily Grind. Each week The Home News will feature one of the historic houses on the tour. The second featured house was purchased by Patrick and Margaretta McCarty in September 2015. It was constructed of 16” thick slate slabs (as many other homes in the area) that were pulled from the Chapman quarry right up the road. It originally was the Chapman schoolhouse and now stands as a unique 2100 sq. ft. family home with lots of character. It sits on just under an acre with two outbuildings; a shed and Quonset hut (corrugated steel structure that was used as a garage/workshop). This structure was the Chapman schoolhouse from approximately 1850 until around 1950. The school consisted of two rooms, one side for the younger kids and one for the older. Many of the children who attended the school carved their names into the exterior stonewalls, mostly in the entranceway. Former students from the school will still stop by from time to time out of curiosity and share stories and memories of their time there. After the school closed, the building was used as a textiles factory for a short time until a fire forced it to close. In the 1970s, Jim Dymond purchased the building to renovate and raise his family in. During the renovation, he lowered all of the 30' ceiling joists in order to create enough space, turning what was a storage attic into a second floor now containing three bedrooms and a full master bathroom. The dining room shows Jim's vision for his home.
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All the artwork for the brochure has been donated and the BBCP will donate their time to put the brochure together. Printing will be done locally. This will be updated and republished every year. Every registered Borough of Bath business will be included with name and address. To enhance your listing with more information, phone number, description, and calendar events your cost is only $35. Churches, museums, non-profits are FREE. For your business description to be included in the brochure, we must receive your check and information form by Dec 10, 2017. We reserve the right to shorten your description if necessary. -------------------------------------------------------------------- cut here ----------------------------------------------------------------------Please complete and mail to: BBCP ‘Guide to Bath’ Brochure, c/o Carol Bear, 207 W Northampton Street, Bath PA 18014 Cost is ONLY $_35_ (make check payable to: “BBCP-Chamber Foundation”) Contact person information: Name_______________________________________________ Address _____________________________________ Phone _______________ Email ___________________ This is the information that will be in the brochure. Circle one: Shop/Business Service Physician/FamilyHealth FoodService Church Museum PointOfInterest Name of Listing ______________________________________ Description: Keep same as last year(__) Change/New_________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________ Web Site ________________________________ Email________________________________________ Phone ________________________________________ Events for the 2018 Calendar: Date _____________ Event ______________________________ ________________________________________ Date _____________ Event ______________________________ ________________________________________ Date _____________ Event ______________________________ ________________________________________ If more, include on a separate sheet of paper. He put in the three windows and had custom-crafted cabinets and sills put in. He also added the sunroom and patio to the home in the late 90s. To note, the Quonset hut was also added to the property. Later in 2000s, Elizabeth Dymond (daughter) added her mark on the home with the updated kitchen, where they added the French doors that
came from the Nazareth Library. Pat and Margy have found their dream/forever home, where they are looking forward to raising their family. The McCarty's will continue to put as much love and attention into this home as it deserves, keeping Jim Dymond's masterpiece, as well as the historiContinued on page 5
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2018 Guide to Historic Bath And Surrounding Areas
To all Interested Parties in Bath, East Allen and Moore Township, The BBCP (Bath Business and Community Partnership) is again putting together a Guide to Historic Bath and Surrounding Areas to strengthen our local economy. We are inviting shops, businesses, services, physicians, food services, churches and museums all to be a part of this brochure. It will be an 11” X 17” folded brochure like last year’s which will include pertinent information about your business or enterprise plus a calendar of events. Our goal is to showcase all that Bath and its surrounding areas have to offer. 2,000 brochures will be printed and distributed to all local businesses and public places.
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Three-part program held by Northampton Exchange By HOME NEWS STAFF A three-part program honored sixth graders in a contest, two faculty/staff members, and four high school seniors at a dinner meting of the Northampton Exchange Club last night. In a “So Proudly We Hail” essay contest, three Northampton Area School District students were presented with cash prizes and a framed certificate. The first place winner was given $100.00; the second place winner received $50.00, and the third place student received $25.00. The second part of the program had Kim Belletti presenting the September/October NASHS faculty/staff members with a framed
certificate and a Northampton Exchange Club pen. In the third part, the Serviceto-Youth Committee honored the September and October senior girls and boys of the month for their outstanding academic and scholastic achievements. September – The girl of the month is Nicole Somers, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Somers of Bethlehem and boy of the month is Chase Clapp, son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Clapp of Northampton. October – girl of the month is Morgan Mullen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Mullen of Cherryville, and the boy of the month is Austin Frey, son of Mr. and Mrs. Duane Frey of Bath. All four received certificates, club
pens, and Lamp of Knowledge plaques. Pre-Football Fun On Tuesday, November 21, the 70th annual Bury-the-Hatchet traditional and highly entertaining dinner meeting will be held at the American Legion Post #215 in Catasauqua. A social hour will begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by the dinner at 6:30 p.m. The 95th football game between Northampton and Catasauqua High Schools will be played at Al Erdosy Stadium on Lou Wolf Field in Northampton on Thanksgiving Day, November 23 with the kickoff at 10:00 a.m. Catasauqua has won 33 games and four games ended in a tie. Last year, Northampton won for the third year in a row, 42-25. Last night, thanks was expressed to Linda Veiszlemlein and all other members who helped make the fall craft fair the biggest and most profitable in all the years the Exchange has had craft fairs. Thanks was also extended to Jarrett and Sarah Schaffer and many club members who made last Thursday, October 19th Jack Frost Parade a superb Halloween event.
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your help. There’s a lot of hungry people around here that have a hard time putting food on the table for their families, believe it or not. . . .The Philadelphia Eagles continue to win, but they had a hard time with San Francisco on Sunday. Penn State’s team ran into a defensive wall at Ohio State and lost by one point. They just couldn’t do anything in the third and fourth quarter, especially the fourth, when Ohio’s quarterback made perfect passes and Penn State’s Saquon Barkley was stopped at the line every time. I reckon Billy Falstich suffered a sick feeling at that. . . .It has been pretty windy this week, and it’s blowing the colored leaves down on the ground. Time to start raking ‘em up . . . . The Legion’s Hearts Club played cards in the bowling alley last week when the auxiliary ran a basket party, but they’ll be back inside the main room this week. . . .Didya notice? It’s getting dark earlier every day. This coming Sunday is the end of Daylight Saving Time and the beginning of Eastern Standard Time, so it’s gonna get dark even earlier. So move your time pieces back one hour Saturday night. I hope that’s right. What’s the old saying, “Spring forward, fall backward” . . . .Gotta feed Tom, my turkey, so he’s just right for Thanksgiving. See ya
BATH BOWLING Team 5 Gains More Ground in Bath Die Hards
Team 5 gained more ground on October 25 when they racked up a 4 to 0 victory, one of two that week in the Bath Die Hards League. They did it with Gerald Bartholomew, 579, and Amanda Leindecker, 466. Team 2 scored the other shutout with David Guest, 512 and Sandy Fox, 401. Team 1 won 3 to 1 with Betty Naylor, 537; Terry Bartholomew, 488; and Ty Pagotto, 469. Team 4 had n outstanding bowlers. Team 3 was the 0 to 4 loser, but had Bob C. Kosman, 455, and Joe Bachman, 447. STANDINGS Team 5 Team 2 Team 1 Team 4 Team 3
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G & L Signs, Holy Family Share First Place in Bath Industrial League
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The Bath Industrial League is looking for new full time and part time bowlers to bowl with us on Thursday. If you are interested, please contact the Bath Legion at 610-837-8337. G&L Sign Factory and Holy Family are tied for first place in the Bath Industrial League as of week eight. Holy Family scored a 4 to 0 upset of D&R Precision Machining, with John Facinelli, 208–560; Chris Dilliard, 215–551; David Betz, 496; Kevin Searles, 493; and Jim Bendekovitz, 223-247–660. D&R: “Butch” Post, 221–585; David Roman, 195–539; Will Hughes, 183–511; Dick Deily, 450; and David Fogel, 359. Taylor Honey shut out Harhart’s, 4 to 0, behind Ed Taylor, 213–570; Kyle Taylor, 198–535; Milt Kelly, 189–514; Jack Troxell, 494; and Scott Freibolin, 484. Harhart’s: George Hyde, 493; Bill Bachman, 489; “Butch” Holland, 444; Randy Fritz, 344. Valley Electric beat Co-Pilot Taxi, 3 to 1, behind Marty Beal, 256-202–659; Don Arndt, 255– 573; Bob Meixsell, 200–539; Cade Shemanski, 172–512; Andrew White, 490. Taxi: Jim Maradino, 465; Robert Kulick, 344; Jose Negron, 310; Brandon Corey, 235. G&L Sign Factory split 2 to 2 with Fensty’s Restoration. G&L: Bill Fortner, 175–501; Paul Duda, 456; Brian Silvius, 414; Shawn Snyder, 391. Fensty: Warren Nelson, 222–562; Matt Paulus, 208– 540; Mark Flamisch, 449; Marty Csencsits, 449; Joe Schwartz, 409. STANDINGS W L G&L Sign Factory 18 14 Holy Family 18 14 Valley Electric 17.5 14.5 Co-Pilot Taxi 17 15 D&R Precision Mach. 16 16 Taylor Honey 16 16
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Paul’s Garage Back In First Place in Commercial League
Paul’s Garage returned to first place by scoring a 4-game shutout over Vince Bauer Fiberglass Repair in the Bath Commercial League as of week eight. They did it with Ed Weller, 208-220-247–675; Tom Stephens, 202-223-204–629; Mike Klocek, 207-237–615; Scott Kolumber, 212–607; and Craig Rothdeutsch, 551. Bauer: Vince Bauer, 546; Doug Head, 220–540; Wyatt Davidson, 210–526. Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering split 2 to 2 with Bath Supply #2. Carfara: Brent Bartholomew, 219225-224–668; Dino Carfara, 221213–616; Gerald Bartholomew, 532; Terry Bartholomew, 530. Supply #2: Mike Snyder, 221205–622; Taylor Hostler, 562; Wally Myers, 207–555; and John Kerbacher, 505. Daku Auto Body clipped the Rice Family, 3 to 1. Daku: Al Davison, 222-233–622; Marc Beichey, 202-213–577; Bob Faustner, 200205–559; Bob Daku, 522. Rice: Mark Rice, 213–530. Bath Supply #1 ripped Maxx Amusements, 3 to 1, with Brent Connolly, 289–664; Frank Yeakel, 264–589; Steve Kerbacher, 566; Jeff Kerbacher, 538, Lester Steigerwalt, 526. Maxx: Scott Ackerman, 201-214–567; Bill Bachman, 201– 549; “Butch” Holland, 524; Randy Fry, 516. STANDINGS Paul’s Garage Bauer Fiberglass Carfara’s Paint Bath Supply #1 Maxx Amusements Bath Supply #2 Daku Auto Body Rice Family
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Lorraine:
It is 3 years since you left this world. I miss you very much. But I know you are in a better place with Mom, Dad and John. I only wish you were still here. I love you, my twin sister.
Sandy, Sherry Gus!
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BATH AREA DARTBALL St. Paul’s UCC Sweeps in Suburban dartball St. Paul’s UCC of Northampton swept Ebenezer Bible Fellowship of Bethlehem, 6-0, 13-2, and 5-4 in the Suburban Inter-Church Dart Baseball League on Monday night. It was a heavy hitting team effort by Brett Remmel, Brian Gross, and Rich Kern, all 7 for 15; Paul Slimmon and Tom Unger, both 5 for 13; Amber Gross, 3 for 6; and Abby Kern, a home run. Ebenezer had Vic Pacchioni, 4 for 12, and Dave Gounis, a homer. Farmersville visited Salem Lutheran in Bethlehem with Salem winning 6-5 and 2-1
before Farmersville salvaged a 8-5 win. Hitting for Salem were Tyler Frankenfield, 4 for 10 with a homer, and Bryan Frankenfield, 4 for 12. Farmersville: Sue Grim, 6 for 12; Ben Kerbaugh, 4 for 12 with a homer; and Tom George and Dave Campbell, both with a home run. Christ UCC of Bath welcomed Messiah Lutheran of Bethlehem, but beat them 7-4 and 3-2 in 12 innings with Mark Fujita throwing the winning dart. Messiah took the third game, 8-4. Hitters for Bath were Jarad Pokorny and Garry Hunsicker, both 5 for 13, and Fujita, 4 for 13. Messiah: Norm Schoenberger, 5 for 13 with a 2-run homer; Rich Hasonich, 4 for 12; and Chris Knauss, a 2-run homer. Salem UCC of Moorestown traveled to Dryland at Hecktown, but lost 5-4 and 9-4
Lois Kerbacher Democrat for Moore Township Supervisor My Mission Statement
Let me start by saying that my theory is if there is a problem then do something about it and get involved. I am involved. I am told that I am short, feisty and stubborn which I agree with, at times.
My mission is to protect and preserve Moore Township. I love this township as a whole and to protect and preserve as whole requires teamwork by all three Supervisors. Teamwork to get things done such as maintaining the budget, creating a protocol for road maintenance, snow removal, pipe replacement, weed and leaf removal, maintaining swales, maintaining our beautiful Recreation Center and increasing our community events all within our budget restrictions. I will also keep a cohesive working relationship with the Police Department, Fire Company, and our surrounding communities. I am a retired purchasing agent and supervisor of my department from the Allentown State Hospital where I worked for 35 years. I worked with state budgets and contracts both for purchases and for services such as maintenance and medical services. I am a treasurer for a ladies’s investment club where we study the stock market and purchase stocks. I have lived in this township for 46 years on our 52 acre farm and my husband is semi-retired. I have two children and four grandchildren, both of their families also live in Moore Township. I have worked at the Township building for over 12 years as a secretary to both Supervisors and the Zoning Officer. I am also secretary to the Planning Commission and attend their meetings and the Zoning Hearing Board. I am secretary on the Land Preservation Committee. I also sit on the Community Days committee and attend all their numerous fundraising events. I spend a lot of time involving the Township and I hear the concerns and the hopes for the future of this Township from the residents. I forgot to mention that I also feed the dogs and clean the kennels when needed. So to end my statement – Yes I am short, and yes I am feisty especially for something that I believe in and I am also stubborn at times because I don’t like the word “no” when things can’t be done. I will get things done. I have the experience and the knowledge with the workings of this Township. I wish to continue working as a part-timer because my job is never boring.
before winning 2-1. Dryland: Bernie Yurko, 8 for 13 with a homer; Earl Sigley and Jim Goldman, both 6 for 12, and Len Siegfried, a homer. Salem: Ed Taylor and Mitch Thomas, both 5 for 12; Kier Kiersten, a 2-run homer, and Fran Thomas, a solo homer. Emmanuel EC, Bethlehem won 6-2, then lost 4-0 and 4-2 at St. Stephen’s Lutheran, Bethlehem. St. Stephen’s: Ed Wychuck, 5 for 12; and Alan Antry and John Hoysan, both with a home run. Emmanuel: Judy Hoffert, 6 for 12; Don Lice, 5 for 12; and Jim Hill and Joel Dalrymple, both 4 for 12. Bath Lutheran had the bye night off.
STANDINGS W L Salem Luth., Bethlehem 20 4 Christ UCC, Bath 13 7 St. Paul’s, Northampton 14 10 Dryland, Hecktown 9 9 Ebenezer, Bethlehem 10 11 Emmanuel, Bethlehem 10 11 Salem UCC, Moorest’n 9 12 Messiah, Bethlehem 9 12 St. John’s, Farmers. 10 14 St. Stephen’s, Beth’hem 7 14 Bath Lutheran 6 12
Schedule: Monday, Nov. 6 – St. Paul’s at Emmanuel, Dryland at Messiah, Ebenezer at Bath Lutheran, Christ UCC at Farmersville, St. Stephen’s at Salem UCC. Salem Luth. with the bye.
Daylight Saving Time 2017 in Pennsylvania ends at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 5
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Ralph’s Appliance HHHHH OFFICIAL HHHHH GOING OUT OF BUSINESS Inventory Liquidation
Final Sale! To Our Local Customers: Two years ago, Ralph Yob, owner, announced his plan to retire after many years serving the Nazareth Area. Ralph had hoped to “Pass the Torch” of Quality Appliance Sales & Service to a new owner to care for the people of Nazareth. That hope, sadly, has proven to be lost in today’s highly competitive market environment. It is with this deep regret that Ralph’s Appliance will indeed be closing its’ doors forever. ALL REMAINING INVENTORY Will Be Sold Regardless of COST OR LOSS. As of November 1st, 2017, Ralph’s will no longer be accepting New Appliance orders or backup inventory. ALL INVENTORY MUST BE SOLD AND DELIVERED By the end of January 2018. First Come, First Served. No Gimmicks or Games will Be Played During this Historic Inventory Sell-Off. Ralph’s still has a huge amount of unsold inventory on hand in the store, as well as in our separate warehouse, including a wide selection of items from brands like GE, GE Profile, GE Cafe, GE Slate, Whirlpool, Maytag, Kitchenaid, and the superior laundry line of Speed Queen.
The Time Has Come! The End is Here! Thank you in Advance for your kind patronage over the many years!
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NORTHAMPTON AREA Northampton Police Report OCTOBER 20 – Check person/welfare in the 400 block of E. 10th St. Request to check the welfare of a male. Theft from vehicle in the 300 block of E. 5th St. and the 600 block of Washington Ave. Report of two unlocked legally parked vehicles entered and loose cash and change was taken. Theft, other, 1000 block of Main St. report of a cell phone taken. Theft from vehicle in the 300 block of E. 12th St. Report of an unlocked legally vehicle entered and a black wallet and cards taken. OCTOBER 21 – Check building in the 1700 block of Canal St. Request to check an open side door, all secure. Theft from vehicle in the 600 block of E. 10th St. Report of an unlocked legally parked vehicle entered and a wristlet with money and cards taken. Theft from vehicle in the 500 block of Buckingham Dr. Report of an unlocked legally parked vehicle entered and a wallet with money and cards taken. Hit and run in the 1700 block of Main St. Report of the driver side mirror of a legally parked vehicle struck. OCTOBER 22 – Theft, other, in the 1700 block of Main St. Report of a
skateboard ramp taken from a driveway. An older male with dark pants and a light shirt driving a dark pickup truck was captured on video taking the ramp and placing it into the truck. PFA in the 100 block of E. 16th St. Request to serve a PFA. Civil matter, Miller’s Diner in the 1200 block of Main St. Report of a civil issue. OCTOBER 23 – Theft, other, in the 1500 block of Poplar St. Report of a black fire pit taken from a backyard. PFA in the 100 block of E. 16th St. Report of a PFA violation. Theft, retail, Redners Warehouse Markets in the 100 block of Held Dr. Report of two females shoplifting. OCTOBER 24 – Criminal mischief, Municipal Park, Smith Ln. and Lerchenmiller Dr. Report of damage to a sink in the men’s restroom. Theft, other, Canal St. Park in the 1400 block of Canal St. Report of grates removed from grills. OCTOBER 25 – Domestic in the 2800 block of Cherryville Rd. between a male and a female. Harassment by communication in the 1700 block of Main St. Report of a female harassing another female online.
St. Nick’s Fall Bazaar
Submitted by KATE KERN
St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Walnutport will hold its Fall Bazaar and Bake Sale during the weekend of November 4 and 5. The hours are Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. A Chinese auction will have baskets designed to appeal to all age groups. A queen-sized handmade Amish quilt, a $200 Toys-RUs gift card, a voice-controlled Amazon Echo, and a recliner are among items to be raffled. The drawing will be at 1:15 p.m. on Sunday. You do not need to be present to win. All the winners will be notified by phone on Sunday afternoon. There will be crafts, fall and Christmas décor, nut-roll and a variety of baked goods. The kitchen will be open with homemade hot food for sale, eat-in or take-out. St. Nick's is at the corner of Rte. 946 and Oak Road in the Berlinsville section of Lehigh Township. Please call 610-767-3107 for more info.
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NAZARETH AREA ANDY’S CORNER By ANDY WEAVER The Nazareth Football Team traveled to Easton on October 27 and got the win with a score of 24-14 for the first win ever at Cottingham Stadium. The
football team will be back at Easton for the Districts first round at 7 p.m. on Friday, November 3. The Nazareth Girls Volleyball Team went to Emmaus on October 26 for Districts where they first played Stroudsburg and won, then hosted Emmaus
and won. The Nazareth Girls Soccer Team went to Freedom on October 24 for Districts and fell 2-1 to see their season come to a close. For up to the minute news check out my website at https://nazarethsports.wordpress.com/.
PennDOT announces start Of project to rehabilitate Belfast Road (Jacobsburg) Bridge over Bushkill Creek In Bushkill Township Submitted by RONALD YOUNG The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Engineering District 5 announced today work has begun today to rehabilitate the Belfast Road (Jacobsburg) Bridge over Bushkill Creek in Bushkill Township, Northampton County. Belfast Road is closed and detoured between Jacobsburg and Henry roads. Local access will be maintained. The posted detour utilizes Sullivan Trail, PA 512, and Jacobsburg Road. Motorists are advised to expect delays and use caution traveling on the detour route. Work on the project includes bridge deck rehabilitation, new bridge approaches, guide rail upgrades, substructures repairs, and other miscellaneous construction. The Jacobsburg Bridge is a single-span steel girder bridge originally constructed in 1961. It is 84 feet long and 37 feet wide. This section of Belfast Road has an average daily traffic volume of
Virtuosos Mindy Cutcher and Janet Witman The Annual Robert H. Becker Memorial Concert SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2017 4:00 P.M. St. John’s U.C.C., 183 S. Broad Street, Nazareth, PA 18064 Exciting Favorites from Opera, Ballet, Orchestra, and Popular Hits of Joplin, Bacharach and Gershwin Performed on Two Exquisite Grand Harps “True artistry in tandem” and “Poetry in motion”
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1,451 vehicles. Baseline Contracting, Inc. of Coplay, PA, is the general contractor on the $676,312 project that is expected to be complete in April 2018. For more information on projects occurring or being bid this year, those made possible by or accelerated by the state transportation funding plan (Act 89), or those on the department’s Four and Twelve Year Plans, visit www. projects.penndot.gov. Motorists can check conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles, including color-coded winter conditions on 2,900 miles, by visiting www.511PA. com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 850 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website.
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Saturday, November 4, 2017, 9 am to noon. Bushkill United Methodist Church, 1330 Church Road, Wind Gap (Bushkill Twsp).
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Vertek moving forward Despite appeal
Township Solicitor Joseph Piperato III elaborated on the situation, noting that Vertek is allowed to continue moving forward with their plans, but that By JUSTIN SWEITZER pear before the township’s plan- they must abide by whatever the Vertek Construction Manage- ning commission in November county court’s final decision is. “They can proceed at their own ment is moving forward in the after submitting a final plan to risk. They have received approvplanning process for its proposed the township. 450,000-square-foot warehouse Supervisor Robert Mills ques- al by the zoning hearing board in East Allen Township, despite tioned how the board of super- which means that that is the stathe unknown fate of a zoning visors’ appeal affected Vertek’s tus of the matter until we are sucvariance that is currently being ability to move forward, since cessful on appeal,” Piperato said. appealed in Northampton Coun- the township appealed the ware- “So until then, they can move ty Court. house’s height variance that was the process forward, move the At the Oct. 26 East Allen granted by the township’s zoning plan forward. If for some reason the court were to overturn it— Board of Supervisors meeting, hearing board in August. Township Engineer Jim Milot “They’re proceeding at their the zoning hearing board’s decision—then they would have to announced that Vertek will ap- own risk,” Milot said. live with that.” East Allen Township’s ordinance allows a maximum building height of 35 feet for warehouses, but Vertek was granted a variance to allow a building height of 46 feet in August. Larry Chapman, who testified on behalf of Vertek and CRG Real Estate Solutions in August’s 088 18 PA t, or zoning hearing board meettp nu al W e, iv Dr 4850 Mountain View ing, said that a 46-foot building er height was necessary for obtainoy pl Em Equal Opportunity ingoya er 36-foot clear height inside the building itself. Chapman Equal Opportunity Empl said 36 feet of clear height, or 2:00-5:00 pm Tues., November 14, 2017 the height from the floor to the 18088 PA rt, tpo lnu underside of rafters and beams, Wa ve, Dri w Vie 4850 Mountain is essential in today’s market for yer plo Equal Opportunity Em distribution centers. The next East Allen Board of Supervisors meeting is on Wednesday, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m.
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God’s Plans & Timing
Several years ago, a church couple asked me to join them in visiting their neighbor in the hospital. The patient had lots of other visitors come and go, but I was able to share the gospel message between visits and was just about to pray with her when more visitors came including her mother and daughter. Then she expressed her appreciation for so many people praying for her. I took that opportunity to ask those present to join hands together and we all prayed for her. As I left, I had no idea how God was timing my schedule to bring four souls into the kingdom! At the elevator, a lady asked, “Are you a chaplain?” I replied, “No, but I am a pastor.” “Could you come and talk to my husband? He has a hole in his heart and an infection. Doctors can’t operate and he has such a bad attitude that I can’t talk to him!” At the room she introduced me to her husband and their son and daughter mentioning that they all live in different states. Her husband lives in Bethlehem so I asked if he ever read my “Pastor’s Comments” column in the newspaper. He had. Then his wife exclaimed, “I just read it at the laundromat!” Amazed, I asked, “The one on Never thirst again?” “Yes!” she replied with excitement, obviously touched how God had timed things and led us to meet. I explained the story of the woman at the well and then read it from John 4. The husband, who was Jewish, began to sob. I briefly mentioned that Jesus fulfilled the prophecies of the coming Messiah and asked if he had ever prayed for Christ to come into his life. He replied, “No.” I asked if he would accept Christ and follow me in praying a sinner’s prayer out loud. He agreed and so did his wife, son, and daughter. At the end of the prayer he was sobbing again as his daughter threw her arms around him and the angels in heaven rejoiced. As I drove home, I was overwhelmed with how God had timed my schedule to fit into His plans!
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Obituaries Hilda Bendekovits
DEC. 13, 1927 – OCT. 23, 2017 Hilda Bendekoviys, 89, of Northampton, died on Monday, Oct. 23, 2017 in Gracedale. She was the wife of the late Joseph Bendekovits, who passed away in August 2011. He was employed by the former Fernbrook Sportwear/Regal Sportswear as a presser/table worker for 30 years before retiring in 1990. Born on Dec. 13, 1927 in Coplay, she was a daughter of the late Albert, Sr. and Hattie (Yost) Kurtz. She was a member of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Roman Catholic Church, Northampton, where she was also an active member of the young At Heart group for many years. Surviving are a son, Mark Bendekovits of Northampton; a daughter, Barbara Wagner, of Walnutport; a brother, Robert Kurtz, of Coplay; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a brother, Albert Kurtz, Jr. in 2009. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Friday, Oct.
27 at Assumption of the Blessed Mary Church, 22nd & Washington Ave., Northampton, with The Rev. Mgr. Thomas P. Koons officiating.. A viewing was held at the Mass at Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton. Entombment followed at Assumption B.V.M. Cemetery-Mausoleum, Northampton. Contributions may be made to the church memorial fund, c/o the funeral home.
Nicole Cipriotti
Nicole (Pustai) Cipriotti, 42, of Cherryville, died in October 2017 at Lehigh Valley HospitalMuhlenberg, Bethlehem, after battling cancer for five years. She was the wife of Aldo Cipriotti for 13 years. She was a 1993 graduate of Catasauqua High School and a 1997 graduate of Penn State University, then worked as a human resources manager for Lowe’s. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of Joseph “”Nick” and Catherine (Schlacter) Pustai of Whitehall. Nicole is survived by her parents and was the “mom” of eight cats. Memorial services were held on Friday, Oct. 27, 2017 in Brubaker Funeral Home, 327 Chestnut St., Coplay, formerly Robert A. Hauke Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made in Nicole’s name payable to the AmericanCancer Society.
Albert F. Fixl
NOV. 8, 1938 – OCT. 25, 2017 Albert F. Fixl, 78, of Northampton, died on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2017 at home. He was the husband of Mary Ann (Koshuta) Fixl for 56 years. A 1956 graduate of Northampton Area High School, he worked for Roth Brothers, Whitaker Roof & Siding and Emory Distribution as a warehouse worker and truck driver. Born on Nov. 8, 1938 in Northampton, he was a son of the late Frank and Anna (Malitsch) Fixl. Albert was a member of Queenship of Mary Catholic Church and was active in the Holy Name Society. He served in the Coast Guard. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Albert J. Fixl; a daughter Lisa (Fixl) Singletary Richardson; three grandchildren; a step-great-grandson; a brother, Godfrey Fixl; a sister, Rose B et; nieces and nephews. Albert was preceded in death by brothers Frank, Joseph and Stephen Fixl, and sisters, Theresa Mondschein, and Sr. Mary Dolora (Anna) Fixl. A Memorial Mass was celebrated on Monday, Oct. 30 in Queenship of Mary Church. Arrangements were by the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton. Memorial contributions may be made to the VNA Hospice of St. Luke’s in Lower Saucon Township or the church, c/o the funeral home on 21st St., Northampton, PA 18067.
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DEC. 24, 1926 – OCT. 29, 2017 Nevin A. Lilly, Jr., 90, of East Allen Township, died on Sunday, Oct. 29, 2017 in Manor Care II, Bethlehem. He was the husband of Bernice V. (Walck) Lilly for 70 years. After attending Northampton High School, Nevin enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served on the U.S.S. Tuscon during World War II. A carpenter by trade, he was last employed in the maintenance department of Muhlenberg College where he spent more than 11 years before retiring in 1990. Born on Dec. 24, 1926 in Seemsville, he was a son of the late Nevin A., Sr. and Estella R. A. (Stewart) Lilly. Nevin was a faithful member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Kreidersville as well as a life member of Allen Township Vol. Fire Co. He was also a life member of Point Phillips Rod & Gun Club, and was an avid hunter and fisherman. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are a son, Frederick Lilly, of East Allen Township; a daughter, Sharlene Engle, of Bowmanstown; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Harold J. Lilly. Services were held today (Thursday) in Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Kreidersville, followed by interment in Zion Cemetery, Kreidersville. Arrangements were made by the George
G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1335 Old Carriage Rd., Northampton, PA 18067.
Brian J. Schlener, Sr.
OCT. 2, 1960 – OCT. 24, 2017 Brian J. Schlener, Sr. “Pappy”, “Gigger””, 57, of Coplay died on Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017 at the V.N.A. St. Luke’s Hospice House in Lower Saucon Township. He was the companion of Barbara A. Yurasits of Coplay for 19 years. He was employed by Lehigh Valley Coca-Cola for 35 years. Born on Oct. 2, 1960 in Fountain Hill, he was the on of the late Robert Schlener, Jr. and Irene E. (Bakos) Schlener. Brian was a life member of the Fullerton Fire Co. and the American Club of Coplay. He played with many bands in the Lehigh Valley including The Main Attraction for 32 years and Chelsea Lyn Meyer Band for three years. He was an avid bowler and enjoyed going to his camper. He especially loved spending time with his granddaughters. Surviving in addition to his companion are a son, Brian J. Schlener, Jr., of Northampton; a daughter, Jenell Bowser, of Northampton; a step-son, Todd M. Yurasits, of Macungie; two brothers, Robert J. Schlener III of Calif., and Thomas L. Schlener of Northampton; two sisters, Donna M. Peters of Walnutport and Denise I. Laubach of Kunkletown; three granddaughters, and many nieces and nephews. A service was be held on Saturday in the Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton. Contributions in memory of Brian may be made to The V.N.A. Hospice of St. Luke’s, Lower Saucon Township, c/o the funeral home.
Marjorie Schneebeli
MAY 15, 1927 – OCT. 26, 2017 Marjorie Schneebeli, 90, of Nazareth, died on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017 in Gracedale. She was the wife of the late Richard E. Schneebeli for 67 years. She was a homemaker who loved spending time with her grandchildren, many of whom she helped to raise. Born on May 15, 1927 in Bolton, England, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Margaret (Kenyon) Rathbone. She is survived by her children, a daughter, Marjorie Jarrett, of West Virginia, Suzanne Hinkel of Nazareth, Linda Lakatos of Florida, Richard R. Schneebeli and Carol Nicholasen, both of Nazareth; 11 grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. A viewing and services were held on Monday, Oct. 30 in the Schmidt Funeral Home, Nazareth. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pa. Association for the Blind, 555 Gettysburg Pike, Suite A300, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055.
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Margaret M. Semler
Margaret M. (Laky) Semler, 82, of Northampton, died Saturday, Oct. 21, 2017 in Holy Family Manor, Bethlehem. She was the wife of the late Edward C. Semler, who passed away in 2007. She was employed by ARAmark Food Services, Northampton High School cafeteria for over 20 years. She also was employed as a cook for the Northampton Liederkranz for many years. Born in Northampton, she was the daughter of the late Stephen, Sr. and Mary (Stubits) Laky. Margaret was a member of Queenship of Mary Catholic Church, Northampton.. She attended the Young at Heart Group, former St. Andrew’s Parish, North Catasauqua. She enjoyed sports, especially Notre Dame football, and she enjoyed traveling and casino trips. Surviving are two daughters, Donna M. Lokay and Mary Ann Beichey, both of Northampton; two granddaughters, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by sons Edward Jr. and David; a sister Mary; and brothers Steve, Frank, Robert, Alfred and John. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Wednesday in the church. After viewing in the Schisler Funeral Home, interment was in Our Lady of Hungry Parish Cemetery, Northampton. Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 617A Main St., Hellertown, PA 18055.
George D. Thompson
APRIL 24, 1934 – OCT. 27, 2017 George D. Thompson, 83, of Nazareth, formerly of Phillipsburg, N.J., died on Friday, Oct. 27, 2017 at home. He was a professional picture framer at Swains in Plainfield, N.J. for 34 years before retiring. Born on April 24, 1934 in Plainfield, N.J., he was the son of the late David and Beatrice (Johnson) Thompson. George served in the U.S. Army during peacetime. Private services are being arranged by the BartholomewSchisler Funeral Home, Nazareth. Contributions may be made Continued on page 13
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Nicholas B. Tomsic
DEC. 10, 1987 – OCT. 19, 2017 Nicholas M. Tomsic, 29, of Mountain Home, Idaho, formerly of Nazareth, died on Thursday, Oct. 19 in St. Luke’s Hospital, Boise, Idaho. He was the husband of Lauren M. (Brannen) Tomsic. He served in the U.. Air Force, where he was an aircraft armament systems journeyman. He was a 2006 graduate of Nazareth High School and was attending Stevens-Henager College in Idaho. Born on Dec. 10, 1987 in Key West, Florida, he was the son of Carol A. (Heater) Manzo and his father, Bruce Tomsic. He was known to be an avid video gamer. Besides his wife, mother and father, and step-father, Thomas A. Manzo, he is survived by a half-sister, Tiffany McDonald. A memorial service was held on Wednesday, Nov. 1 at the Bartholomew-Schisler Funeral Home, 211 E. Center St., Nazareth. Memorial contributions may be made to Carol Manzo to offset funeral expenses, c/o the funeral home.
Alan C. Warner, Jr.
JULY 1, 1970 – OCT. 26, 2017 Alan C. Wa r n e r, Jr., 47, of Nor thampton, died on T h u r s d a y, Oct. 26, 2017 at Lehigh Valley Hospice In-Patient Unit, Allentown. He was the husband of Denise M. (Fox) Warner since Sept. 2 1989. He was self-employed doing sales and deliveries of Snyders of Hanover/Lance Products for the
past eight years. He was also a Deputy Wildlife Conservation Officer for the Pa. Game Commission the past seven years. Born on July 1, 1970 in Port Jervis, New York, he was the son of Alan, Sr. and Diane (Balmos) Warner of Northampton. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, kayaking, hiking, staying at the family cabin in the Poconos, and spending time with his family. In addition to his wife and parents, he is survived by two sons, Scott A. Warner and Timothy J. Warner, both of Northampton; a brother, Andrew P. Warner of Palmerton; two sisters, Debra Hoffman and Traci Neff, both of Danielsville; two grandsons, and five nieces and six nephews. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., followed by a memorial service on Saturday, November 4 at the Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067. Contributions may be offered to the Pennsylvania Game Commission, c/o the funeral home.
Jeanette J. Wentzell
JUNE 16, 1933 – OCT. 25, 2017 Jeanette J. Wentzell, 84, of Danielsville, died on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2017 at Whitehall Manor in Whitehall. She was the wife of the late Albert W. Wentzell for 50 years before he passed away in 2007. She was employed as a button holer for the former Tama Mfg., Northampton, for 30 years. Prior to that, she worked for the former Tony’s Mfg. Co. in Edgemont, Lehigh Township for 10 years. Born on June 16, 1933 in Moore Township, she was a daughter of the late Paul J. Moyer and Elsie I. (Weitknecht) Moyer. She was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Kreidersville. Jeanette had a happy life with her family, and taking pictures and listening to country music. Surviving are a daughter, Jennifer Oberman, of Moore Township; two brothers, Quentin
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Moyer of Lehigh Township and Dale Moyer of Moore Township; and two granddaughters. She was preceded in death by four brothers, Melvin, Paul, Harold and Merritt Moyer. A funeral service was held on Wednesday at the Schisler Funereal Home, Northampton, with The Rev. Gary L. Walbert officiating. Interment followed in Zion Cemetery, Northampton. Contributions may be offered to Dream Come True of the Lehigh Valley, c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
Marvin M. Wright
OCT. 5, 1939 – OCT. 24, 2017 Marvin M. Wright, 78, of Whitehall, died on Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017 at Sacred Heart Assisted Living, Northampton. He was the husband of the late Margaret M. “Peggy” (Templeton) Wright, who passed away in 2015. He was a 1957 graduate of Northampton High School, where he excelled in football and track. After graduating, he was employed by Universal Atlas Cement Co., Division of U.S. Steel Northampton plant. In 1967 he was the youngest individual ever elected to a full time position as District Representative of the United Cement, Lime & Gypsum Workers, District Council #1. He served in that position until 1980 when he was elected as an International Vice President UCLGA Workers International Union. In 1987 he co-founded the Independent Workers of North America, merging with the Paper workers in 1991 and United Steelworkers in 2004. He retired in 2008. In 2013 he participated in a trial program for a new cancer medication. This successful trial led to approval by the FDA and has helped cancer patients. Born on Oct. 5, 1939 in Northampton, he was a son of the late Martin and Eva (Getz) Wright. Surviving are a son, Timothy Wright of Palmyra, Missuri;, a daughter, Kathleen Brougher, of Lehighton, and a son, Mark Wright of Hellertown; six grandchildren and a great-grandson.
He was preceded in death by brothers Albert R. Wright and Ary R. Wright, The family received friends on Wednesday, Nov. 1, and Thursday, Nov. 2, both at the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, followed by an 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial this Thursday morning at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Roman Catholic Church, 22nd & Washington Ave. Interment followed in the parish cemetery-mausoleum. Contributions may be made to the church memorial fund or Dr. Nair and Dr. Scillia’s cancer research at Lehigh Valley HospitalMuhlenberg, both c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
Terry Y. Ziegenfuss
SEPT. 8, 1957 – OCT. 25, 2017 Terry Y. Ziegenfuss, 60, of Moore Township, formerly of Bethlehem and Bethlehem Township, died suddenly at his home on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2017. He was the husband of Lee Ann (Hertzog) Ziegenfuss for 36 years. He enjoyed a successful and lengthy career as a manager in
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the automotive industry, where he was employed by Meineke and Midas, both of Whitehall, and T&D Automotive of Easton. Born on Sept. 8, 1956 in Bristol, PA, he was the son of the late Harold Ziegenfuss and Shirley (Yarnel) Ziegenfuss. For several years Terry played for the former Bethlehem Houligans Rugby Club, was an avid golfer and Green Bay Packers fan, and enjoyed skiing. He was a member of the Jefferson Democratic Club, Bethlehem. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a brother, Lance Ziegenfuss, of Whitehall; a sister, Renee Wolst of Orefield; a brother-in-law, Timothy Hertzog, of Bethlehem; and several nieces and nephews, and his pet dog Watson. He was predeceased by a sister, Dawn. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Memorial contributions may be offered to the Lehigh County Humane Society, 640 Dixon St., Allentown, PA 18103.
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PUBLIC NOTICE-LEGAL NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC MEETING NOVEMBER 8, 2017 The Northampton Borough Planning Commission will hold its public meeting on Wednesday, November 8, 2017, starting at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, to review the following: 1. Victor Rodite, Community Planner, will attend to present the results and analysis of the survey which was sent out with the Spring newsletter and to continue the review of the 20052030 Comprehensive Plan for Northampton Borough. All interested parties are invited to attend. A representative or the applicant must attend. LeRoy Brobst Borough Manager (10/26 & 11/2) NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING NOVEMBER 9, 2017 The Northampton Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold its public meeting on Thursday, November 9, 2017, in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, at 7:00 P.M. to review the following appeals: 1. Susan E. Santiago, 8 West 27th Street, Northampton, Pennsylvania, for the property located at 8 West 27th Street, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Map No. L4NW4D-3-3D and is located in an R-2 Residential Zoning District. Ms. Santiago would like to construct an addition to her residence to align with the current side yard setback of eight feet. She is seeking an appeal to: Northampton Borough Zoning Ordinance page 250:25, Article V – Supplementary Regulations, §250-16 – Lot regulations and permitted deviations from required areas, Subsection C. All interested parties are invited to attend. The applicant must attend. Juliann Edelman Zoning Officer (10/26 & 11/2)
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The Lehigh Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene on Thursday, November 9, 2017, at six (6) p.m. to hear the following appeal: The hearing will be held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA 18088.
Notice is hereby given that Northampton Borough Council will meet in an executive session on Thursday, November 2, 2017 at 7:15 p.m. in Council Chambers. The purpose of this executive session is to discuss legal matters.
Appeal of Matthew A. Green and Jennifer Green – Matthew and Jennifer Green are appealing the August 11, 2017 decision of the Zoning Officer. Appellant alleges the prescribed procedures have not been followed or the Zoning Officer has misinterpreted or misapplied the Zoning Ordinance. Appellant is also seeking a special exception to permit a home occupation use on an existing property located at 4104 Cedar Drive; parcel H3 24 5A-1 0516. The property is in an A/RR Zoning District. Home occupations are permitted by special exception in accordance with §180-16 C(9). Appellant is also requesting a variance or variances from specific provisions of §180-82 and §180-15. Appellant would like to store two (2) vehicles and related equipment used in conjunction with the Appellant’s landscape business in a pole barn to be erected on the property. Meetings are open to the public. All interested parties are welcome to attend & will have an opportunity to be heard. Jacob A. Schray Hanover Engineering, Zoning Officer (10/26 & 11/2) ESTATE NOTICE The Estate of RICHARD E. GOWER, deceased, of the Borough of Roseto, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration for the above Estate were granted to Brenda L. Flyte, Administratix, on October 4, 2017. All persons indebted to the Estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claim or demand are to present the same without delay to Brenda L. Flyte, in care of Gregory R. Reed, Attorney-atLaw, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299, Nazareth, PA 18064-0299. (10/26-11/9) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Stephen G. Kerbacher, late of the Borough of Northampton, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Stephen J. Kerbacher and Jane A. McCarthy, Executors of the Estate of Stephen G. Kerbacher. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to Stephen J. Kerbacher and Jane A. McCarthy c/o Scott R. Steirer, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Scott R. Steirer, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 306977 (10/26-11/9) MEETING NOTICE The Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, November 8, 2017, at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of discussing the 2018 Budget. The meeting will be held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building, 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, Pa. Alice A. Rehrig, Secretary (11/2)
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NOTICE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 20, 2017, the Petition of Georgianna Grace Nolf, a minor, by and through her parent and natural guardian, Christine A. Houck, was filed in the Northampton County Court of Common Pleas, Docket No. C-48-CV-2017-0602, to change the name of the minor child from Georgianna Grace Nolf to Georgianna Grace Houck Nolf. The Court has fixed December 20, 2017, at 9 a.m. in Courtroom No. 1, at the Northampton County Courthouse, 669 Washington Street, Easton, PA 18042 as the time and date for the hearing on said Petition, when and where all persons interested may appear and show cause, if any, why the prayer of the Petitioner should not be granted. (11/2)
St. Luke’s first In region with Revolutionary Procedure to Relieve chronic Pain Patient: ‘I had no pain. I hugged Dr. Qureshi and burst into tears.’
Pain Syndrome (CRPS) in the lower body, particularly the foot, knee and groin. DRG stimulation was approved by the FDA in April 2016. Functional neurosurgeon Steven Falowski, MD, and pain specialist Farooq A. Qureshi, MD, of St. Luke’s Spine & Pain Associates, were among the first doctors in the United State to receive special training in the procedure. Performed in an outpatient setting, DRG stimulation targets the exact bundle of sensory nerve cell bodies (Dorsal Root Ganglions) to relieve pain where it occurs. “It’s a pretty groundbreaking procedure,” Dr. Falowski said. “It shows St. Luke’s to be on the cutting edge by having access to it before other institutions in the country.” Dr. Falowski is one of only six surgeons in the country who was initially selected and trained to perform the surgery. “This is the fastest growing area of neuroscience,” he noted. Dr. Qureshi performed a trial procedure on Frank to see if it would provide relief. He uses a catheter to place the electric leads into the epidural space and place the lead along the proper DRG. If the procedure relieves the pain symptoms, patients schedule with Dr. Falowski for the permanent implant. For Frank, the result was nothing short of miraculous. “I had no pain,” he recalled. “I hugged Dr. Qureshi and burst into tears.” Dr. Falowski performs the permanent implantation of a small nonrechargeable generator that provides the electrical stimulation. The patient receives a handheld remote control that allows them to adjust the strength of current, or even power it off. “DRG literally localizes pain relief for one body part,” Dr. Falowski explained. “For people like Frank who have significant pain in just the foot, we can guide the catheter along that nerve root until it’s over that nerve bundle to stop the pain from recurring.” Frank underwent the two-step outpatient proce-
Submitted by SAMUEL KENNEDY St. Luke’s is one of the first health care providers in the country – and the only one in the Lehigh Valley – to perform pioneering “DRG stimulation” to relieve chronic pain. Throughout decades of suffering from unbearable chronic pain in his foot, Frank Kiss of Bethlehem, Pa., tried nearly anything and everything for relief. He underwent multiple surgeries and nerve blocks, tried acupuncture and hypnosis, had steroid injections, took numerous potent prescription medicines and sought help from medical specialists, a psychologist and surgeons. The result was always the same. “The pain was still there,” says Frank today. “It was so bad, I begged doctors to take my foot off.” Then, Frank and his wife, Cindi, heard about a new procedure called Dorsal Root Ganglion (DRG) stimulation being performed by doctors at St. Luke’s University Health Network. The ultra-specific spinal cord stimulation procedure provides unprecedented relief for patients with Complex Regional Continued on page 15
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dure last year and remains pain free. “As a patient, after so many years of pain, you lose faith and hope,” said Dr. Qureshi. “Proce-
dures like DRG stimulation are going to transform the future for the treatment of chronic pain. It also enables us to provide relief without opioids and other expensive and potentially addicting narcotics.” DRG results have been amaz-
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known for his "traditional realism." He was a well-known artist in the United States and France as well. Not only does the Bath Museum have a copy of that 1974 Home News, but the museum is fortunate to own one of Johnson's paintings depicting a child and goat. You'll find the most fascinating things at the Bath Museum. The Bath Museum is open free to the public every third Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Currently it is located on the second floor of the Bath Municipal Building at Penn and Washington Streets. Mark November 17 on your calendar and come out and visit this local treasure. P.S. The Governor Wolf Historical Society, located just south of Bath, also has their museum open the same date from 1 to 3 p.m.
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Grow UR Biz- Seven leadership lessons from bands By CAROL RITTER What a weekend! Gorgeous weather, beautiful fall colors and the Freedom/Liberty football
game. I went with my classmates from Liberty and Freedom and had no idea what I was about to experience. The bands had
Bands have:
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1. Dedication and commit-
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amazing performances; finetuned marching in the heat, the music, the surprises, the patriotism. And then he arrived, the Lone Ranger on a white horse to add to the fabulous creativity and harmony. What can we learn about being in the band and leadership?
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ment - it takes a lot of commitment to be in the band. 2. Respect - children come from varied backgrounds and become one team when they put on the uniform - they are all equal. 3. Teamwork - children learn to work with everyone, including cheering, for a great performance. 4. Sportsmanship - they wish each other luck before a performance. 5. Endurance - it’s an extreme weather sport- hot, cold, rain, snow.
Salem UCC Country Festival & Craft Fair Saturday, Nov. 4th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. At Salem UCC, 2218 Community Dr.(Rt. 946), Bath, PA
Many Crafters, Christmas Items, Bake Sale, Basket & Ticket Raffles, FREE Sunflower Game, and More Homemade Food for Sale: whole pies, chow chow, raw stuffing salad dressing, soups, candy, etc. For crafter space call the church at 610-759-1652
6. Self-worth- they learn how to accept ideas on how to improve. 7. Time management - they have to manage time to get homework done first. These leadership lessons can apply to any group or sport. The lessons can be a fundamental part of a child’s upbringing. How many times have you heard that a child has no respect or that they are a poor sport? Leadership lessons can be found everywhere… whether someone actually practices the core of these lessons is another story. If you want to learn about leadership, join a worthwhile team, grow individually and even go out on a limb and endure extreme weather, you may want to consider joining the band.
Designer Purse Play and support the Borough of Bath’s construction of the Paw Park! WHEN: Sunday, November 12, 2017 Doors open 11:30 am Bingo begins 1 pm WHERE: Klecknersville Fire Company 2718 Mountain View Drive, Bath, PA (Moore Twp.) TICKETS: $20 each - includes 20 regular games of Bingo
Special Bingo Games, Extra Boards, 50/50 CASH game will be available the day of the event at additional cost. Food and beverages available for purchase. For information or tickets - contact Stacy Frey Text: 610-597-4425 Email: chefstacy@rcn.com Laura Meyers Text: 484-764-6968 Email: laurameyers@verizon.net Mayor Fi Text: 484-357-4366
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Thanksgiving Eve Bingo Wed., Nov. 22nd FREE BBQ Platters & Sodas