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Cement Worker of the Month - Jack R. Santo

By ED PANY Mr. Jack R. Santo was reared in Nazareth. His family has a long history in the cement industry.

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Many relatives worked at the Penn Dixie Dement Co. Jack graduated from Nazareth High School in 1973 where he played both baseball and basketball. He continues to follow the motto of Tony Relvas, his basketball coach: “Never give up, if you work hard you will benefit.”

After attending Northampton Community College, Jack started his cement career of 43 years at Coplay Cement Co. in Nazareth on May 20, 1975. The plant later became Essroc, and is currently Lehigh Heidelberg. “I was hired

by Mr. Dean Sandbrook who was president of Coplay. Dean was highly respected in the industry.

My first job was a conveyer tender when the plant had eight kilns. To-

day we have one.”

“In 1978 there was a massive layoff when Coplay constructed a new, ultra modern facility. I then worked as a route driver for Mrs. Smith’s Pies until 1980 when I was recalled to work in the new plant.

I was back as a laborer, truck driver and equipment operator and later was promoted to the maintenance gang. Old timers who shared skills with me were Charlie Corroll, John Rundle, George Reenock, Dan Creyer and Dan Mason.”

The maintenance team consists of 19 skilled men who keep the plant operating safely and efficiently. Supervisors are Mike Sonka, George Radecsky and Jeff Cabrera, all fine men.

Mr. Santo said, “We continue

to update the plant to stay competitive. We have two outages each year to service each section of the plant. The work is challenging for there are always new additions to service.”

“Safety is stressed, safety is 100 percent better than it was 40 years ago. Each day we have a brief safety meeting before each shift, our Safety Director is Brad Davis.”

The workers are represented by the Teamster’s Union, the local president is Mr. Cliff Rose. Santo said, “I enjoy working with my co-workers and have spent countless hours and days working with them. The cement industry has been good to me and my family by Continued on page 2

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providing us with a good living.”

Jack has been married to the former Diane Purdy of Wilson Borough for 42 years. They are proud of children Jason, Josh, Justin, Jeremiah, Danielle and

Desiree, and seven grandchildren.

He is an avid Phillies and Philadelphia and Nazareth Eagles fan.

The friendly family resides in Wilson Borough. Each day Mr. Santo faithfully continues the cement heritage of his family.

We hope Jack and all our friends at Lehigh Heidelberg have a safe and prosperous year.

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Community introduced to Members of Bath’s Citizens Police Advisory Panel

By KERI LINDENMUTH A handful of members from Bath’s Citizens Police Advisory Panel introduced themselves to Borough of Bath Council members and community residents at the council’s monthly meeting on Wednesday, April 5.

The Citizens Police Panel is composed of a diverse group of borough citizens, council members, and even retired police officers with one thing in common: a love for the Borough of Bath and a dedication to seeking ways to make it a safer place. Together, the group is analyzing the police presence currently in the borough and looking for financial alternatives that will not only be sustainable for the borough’s budget, but also continue to guarantee the safety of Bath citizens.

The members present at the meeting told councilmembers about their experiences working together so far and meeting with different police departments in the area. All had positive things to say.

They described unique ideas being shared, important questions being asked, and “level-headed thinking” being done to ensure that the best decision is made for the borough. “[We have] a good mix on the panel from everywhere in the borough,” said council president and member of the panel Mark Saginario. “[This is] a bigger decision than just a council decision,” he added when explaining why the panel is composed of such a varied group of residents.

Councilman Michael Reph seemed pleased with the strides the panel has made, as well as with its ability to work together.

“It sounds like you guys are taking this very seriously,” he said.

Councilwoman Carol BearHeckman was in agreement.

“It sounds like you’re off to a really good start,” she added.

This important community involvement from Bath residents is something that the council wants to highlight. Saginario expressed interest in extending the meetings’ “Courtesy of the Floor” time period, encouraging all residents to attend the council’s monthly meetings and voice ideas, concerns, questions, and more about the police services in the borough, which will be instrumental in helping the

police panel move forward as efficiently as possible. He expressed interest in giving residents as long as they need to have their voices heard and participate in the discussion.

Throughout the entire process, the borough wants to be as transparent as it can be.

Also at the meeting, the Bath Fire Social Hall presented a $500 check to the Bath Volunteer Fire Department, stressing to residents how important it is for different entities in the borough to work together.

Fire Chief Emilio DeNisi was there to graciously accept the check before giving his monthly report to council. There were 31 fire calls in the month of March, averaging about one per day. The average response time was about four minutes. In addition, the department has six new members, making for a total of 37 members ready to help the residents of Bath and nearby townships in the case of a fire.

The public works crew was also recognized by council, in addition to the nine volunteer personnel who spent nearly 180 hours around the clock cleaning up from the winter storm of March 14.

Council also discussed plans for its future building on South Walnut Street. Nearly all of the labor and work that have gone into transforming the former Thirst Quencher’s building into the borough’s new municipal building has been donated by volunteers in the community. In addition, a $50,000 IT

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The generous volunteer work from the community and the IT grant is something the council greatly appreciates as the borough’s finance committee works to balance the budget. However, while the committee was able to cut the budget shortfall, a tax increase seems inevitable.

“I think the borough went too long without small tax increases,” Saginario explained. It is a situation, he says, that many small boroughs, especially in Pennsylvania, are finding themselves in. And it is a reason why groups and organizations, such as the Citizens Police Panel, are so important. They are giving residents a firsthand glimpse at where monetary resources are going and where improvements can be made.

The next council meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 3.

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Northampton looks to eliminate Fee for police sergeant testing

By JUSTIN SWEITZER In what became a heated discussion at times at Northampton Borough Council’s April 6 meeting, council members agreed to conduct research into the borough’s past practices of police department sergeant tests as they look to eliminate a $100 fee associated with taking the test.

The fee was apparently implemented following a letter authored by Councilman Anthony Lopsonzski, Sr. “I was stunned to see only one [sergeant test application],” Lopsonzski said. “I looked at the letter that I authored, and I was just perplexed whether it was a misunderstanding, a misstatement, or poor wording—I will take the credit for it.”

Council members were in agreement that there should be no fee for officers wishing to take

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the promotional test, but confusion remained surrounding what the fee was for, and how it came to be implemented.

“I’m a little stymied as to who put out something that said there’s a hundred dollar charge to apply for taking the test,” Councilman Robert McHale said.

“That was I,” Lopsonzski said.

“I authored the letter, whether I misunderstood or did not hear clearly what the specific intent was, the way I documented that in the letter, that’s what was read: there’s a hundred dollar fee to take the test.”

Lopsonzski reinforced how important he believed it was to eliminate the fee, stating that it could dissuade potential applicants from taking the test.

“I feel there should not be a charge given to any officer willing to take a test for a borough

who is trying to find the best person for that position and not to hinder and hurt the candidates. Sometimes the amount there is not affordable,” Lopsonzski said. “On my behalf I’ll take the axe for that, because I authored it and I did it.”

One resident in attendance wrongly suggested that the fee was implemented following a February motion from McHale and Councilwoman Judy Kutzler. The motion, however, did not approve any mandatory fees for test-taking, but instead approved the reimbursement of study materials for those who pass the sergeant’s test.

Borough Manager LeRoy Brobst read the Feb. 2 motion that the resident alluded to, reading, “Mr. McHale moves, second by Mrs. Kutzler, and unanimously carried to grant permission to reimburse police

for the cost of the study guide materials in the event they pass the sergeant testing.”

Following the clarification that Lopsonzski authored the letter that led to the confusion surrounding the fee, Councilman Ed Pany suggested that the borough should revert to past practices regarding sergeant testing procedures, but no council member in attendance knew of what specific policies were previously in place relating to the sergeant test. Solicitor Steven Goudsouzian concluded that the borough should look into what the past practices were before deciding on a motion to

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revert to past practices, and proposed that council revisit the issue at their next meeting.

In other business, Brobst said he will have a draft to help crack down on abandoned properties in the beginning of May, following an inquiry from Councilwoman Judy Kutzler who expressed her concern over abandoned buildings and what is being done to enforce penalties on the owners of abandoned properties. The next Northampton Borough Council meeting will be held on Thursday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m.

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Attention Moore Township Residents Residents of Moore Township, My name is David Shaffer and I am asking for your vote in the upcoming Republican primary on May 16. As a 6th generation resident of Moore Township, I care about the future of our township.

I have always been proud to say that I live in Moore Township because it is like a hidden jewel surrounded by the Blue Mountains, the home of four pristine head water streams, farmland and other natural areas unspoiled by overdevelopment.

I am a proud graduate of the Moore education system and have participated in local sports activities provided by the M.T.A.A. I graduated from East Stroudsburg University with a bachelor of science in Environmental Studies. Presently, I am active on two boards in the township, Land Preservation and Environmental Advisory Council. Serving on these boards, I assisted in preserving countless acres of farmland in our township that were likely to become developed. I took the time sit down with land owners to explain the preservation process and to educate the importance and benefits of preserving farm land, natural areas and water resources. My degree in environmental studies has given me the knowledge and training to be of service in our local government.

I am employed with The Davey Resource Group/Contractor for PP&L as a Consulting Utility Forester. My job involves acting as a liaison and working to resolve issues between PP&L and home owners to sustain reliable electricity. I vow to listen to you and your concerns, and work with you and others to solve problems within the township.

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.

DID YOU KNOW… that my opponents in the Republican primary are ALL running for a $50,000+ per year job, and NOT to serve you, the people, first. Two of my opponents have been Director of Public Works in the past and have done very little to fix the issues. I am NOT running for a JOB. Let’s stop electing supervisors looking for a job.

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Ups and downs Of customer Service So much to do, so little time.

First I went food shopping. The check out girl was young, bubbly and actually interested in her customers. She asked me how I was and I responded, great, you? She said she was great but that she is a vegan so she can’t eat anything her mom is making for Easter. “I’m working the whole weekend because we are open.

So I will get something to eat and take it home.” I asked, “What do you eat?” She answered, “Beans, grains, fruits and vegetables.” I left there and just felt so good, I decided to go back in and tell the boss how great she was. The boss already knew and said, “Oh yes, she’s one of our best.”

Then I was off to get a new outfit. At this store there was friendly staff everywhere: “Can I help you, are you finding everything?”

Time to check out, hand in my 30% off coupon and tell the clerk that I don’t have my credit card.

She sighs and tells me that I have to put my social security number into the machine. I obliged but the computer said I had entered the wrong number. I apologized and admitted that maybe I did.

She tells me that I need to give her my social security number.

I’m not comfortable with that and tell her that that’s probably not a good idea. “Can you ask someone for help?” She calls over her supervisor who tells her that I do not have to give her my social security number and fixes the issue. She continues to ring up the order and makes a mistake (heading towards 10 minutes) frustrated, she calls the super again and she fixes it. So far I’m very patient, thinking she might be a

new employee. She looks up and says, “You are obviously upset with me.” I didn’t want to get defensive but I clearly was not upset, but I’m starting to wonder what is wrong. She rings the order and tells me I have to give her $25 in cash because a gift card I purchased cannot be charged. I ask why and she tells me, “I only work here, I have no idea.” Here comes the supervisor again, and tells me the reason is that it’s a third party card so they cannot be charged. Finally, she finishes with me and the supervisor takes her off the register and comes over and whispers in my ear, “Thank you for your patience and kindness with her and please stay here a minute.” She comes back, apologizes and offers me a discount coupon for my next visit. I ask her what the problem is and she said that they need to talk with her and that the clerk hasn’t completed a transaction accurately today.

Off to see Peter Pan at Freedom High School and can’t wait to get in there and have a nice entertaining time. Theater parents rock, they get customer service, they want to help you and they are the best advocates for their children. I congratulated the students and parents.

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Wolf Administration Announces Start of Resurfacing Project Submitted by RONALD YOUNG The Wolf Administration announced work is scheduled to begin next week on a $1 million project to repair and resurface two state roads in Northampton County.

“These two arterial highways are important to these communities, and Act 89 has provided critical funding that allows PennDOT to work on projects like this that otherwise may not have been brought to fruition,” Governor Tom Wolf said.

The two state highways scheduled for resurfacing under this contract include: Walnut Street/Tatamy Road/ Main Street between PA 191 (South Broad Street) and Sullivan Trail in Nazareth Borough, Upper Nazareth Township, Forks Township and Tatamy Borough, which has an average daily traffic volume that varies between 5,594 and 7,198 vehicles; and Main Street between the Up-

per Nazareth Township line and Chestnut Street in Bath Borough, which has an average daily traffic volume that varies between 6,740 and 8,473 vehicles.

Starting Monday (April 10) and lasting throughout the duration of the project, motorists should be alert for lane restrictions weekdays between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Updates will be provided whenever schedules change. Under this improvement project, the contractor will mill off the existing roadway surface and repave the state highways with new asphalt. The new pavement will seal the roadways and provide motorists with a smoother riding surface. They will also replace existing curb ramps with new Americans with Disabilities Act compliant ramps. All work on the project is expected to be complete in June 2017.

Intercounty Paving Associates, LLC of Hackettstown, NJ is the general contractor on the $1,073,000 project, which is financed with 100 percent state funds from Act 89, Pennsylvania’s Transportation Plan.

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 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.

Property Owners of Northampton County Submitted by DORA BOYD SIMONS Northampton County is cooperating with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources- Bureau of Forestry and the USDA Forest Service in a joint effort to spray gypsy moth caterpillars this spring in certain residential and public high-use areas within the County. The areas scheduled for treatment are located in or near the townships or municipalities of Forks, Upper Mt. Bethel, Pen Argyl, Plainfield, Bushkill, Upper Nazareth, Chapman, Moore, Danielsville, Lehigh, Stocker

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town, Bath, Walnutport and Cherryville. These treatment areas were selected on the basis of surveys and resident requests received last summer- no additional areas can be added at this time.

A biological insecticide, Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki (Bt), which only affects leafeating caterpillars, will be used.

However, (Bt) may not kill all of the gypsy moth caterpillars. In severe infestations the percentage of surviving gypsy moth caterpillars may still be sufficient to cause some defoliation and also be a nuisance to the homeowner. Because of this and the variability in control caused by the weather, the results cannot be guaranteed.

The spraying is scheduled to occur sometime in late April to early June depending upon caterpillar and leaf development. Local news channels will carry information on more specific dates. Spraying will be done by aircraft starting daily at daybreak and continue as long as wind and other conditions are acceptable. Evening, weekend and holiday spraying will also be conducted when conditions permit. Normally, only one treatment will be applied to any particular property. (Bt) has not been shown to be harmful to humans, pets, livestock or gardens.

However, it is recommended that you observe normal precautions and remain under cover during the spray. If exposed to the spray, wash with soap and water.

Program standards provide for the treatment of a forested buffer extending no more than 500 feet from residence(s) being protected. Open fields, open areas containing only a few scattered trees and narrow fence rows will not be treated. Detailed maps of the treatment areas are available for your review at the Common Wealth of Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Bureau of Forestry Division of Forest Pest Management website http://www.dcnr. state.pa.us/forestry/insectsdisease/gypsymoth/ Landowners within approved spray blocks were individually notified in December, January and February.

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Police Blotter Seventeen cars Vandalized in Borough of Bath The Colonial Regional Police are investigating a case of 17 vehicles having their tires flattened in the Borough of Bath in the early morning hours of Sunday, April 9. The police have obtained surveillance video from residences and businesses in the area and are reviewing the video.

The video preliminary shows five youths in their early teens roaming the neighborhood damaging car tires around 3 a.m. If anyone has any information of the persons involved, they are requested to call the Colonial Regional Police Department at 610-8614820 and ask for Detective Gary Hammer. The caller can remain anonymous.

D.U.I. switcheroo On February 25 at the location of Route 22 west at 15th Street in south Whitehall Township, a motor vehicle was observed committing multiple traffic violations while in the left lane. A traffic stop was conducted on the observed vehicle, and upon the vehicle pulling onto the shoulder, the driver and the front seat passenger switched seats, while the vehicle was still in drive, keys in the ignition and engine running. Through further investigation and assistance from Whitehall Police Department, it was determined that both men, Jose Rivera, 34 of Bethlehem and Lionel Almodovar, 23 of Bethlehem, were operating a motor vehicle

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False ID at the Sands On March 29, PSP Bethlehem was dispatched to the Sands Casino for a report of a false identification on the casino floor.

Upon further investigation, it was determined that the accused, Denix Rodriguez, 20, presented his cousin’s identification card as his own when requested to provide identification. The accused was issued a non-traffic citation for false identification and subsequently evicted from the Sands Casino.

Simple assault on Route 512 The following crime occurred on March 26 on the off ramp to Route 512 from Route 22 east, Hanover Township. A suspect, whose name is currently being withheld, blocked the victim’s vehicle on the ramp of Route 512, exited his vehicle, spit on the victim and punched him in the left eye, causing visible injury. The victim was David Newtown, 60 of Allentown.

Criminal mischief On Nor-Bath Boulevard In the commission of this crime, a male actor kicked and broke the front glass door of a gas station on Nor-Bath Blvd. in Allen Township on March 16. After breaking the glass door, he proceeded to flee in a vehicle to an unknown location.

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Drugs found at Trader Joe’s PSP Bethlehem is investigating a report of found drugs that occurred at Trader Joe’s on Silver Crest Road in East Allen Township on March 16. A small bag of drugs was found on the warehouse floor. At this time no suspects can be named.

Punctured tires at Scottish Inn A criminal mischief incident is under investigation that occurred on March 1 at the Scottish Inn on Catasauqua Road. An unknown actor(s) punctured all four tires on the victim’s vehicle (a Dodge Caliber) while it was parked in the hotel parking lot. Anyone with information regarding this incident can call PSP-Bethlehem and reference incident number PA2017-209577.

Theft by deception In East Allen Township On March 7 an unknown actor using an unknown phone number contacted Laura Hallbauer, 31 of Bath, via telephone. The actor informed Hallbauer that a federal case had been opened for defrauding a federal institution.

The actor instructed Hallbauer to purchase a $616 money gram in order to withdraw all charges, which she did. The unknown actor(s) stated they worked for “BCDM Processing.”

Access Device Fraud in Spring Meadow Court PSP Bethlehem is currently investigating a device fraud that took place between March 6 and March 7. Unknown actor(s) made fraudulent transfers from the victims’ bank account using paypal and venmo. The victims were two residents of East Allen Township.

Stolen lumber from Farmville Road An investigation is ongoing for the theft of lumber from a vacant lot in the 600 block of Farmville Road in Allen Township that occurred sometime between February 24 and March 9. The lumber was stored in piles on the property. No suspects can be named at this time. Anyone with infor-

mation is asked to contact PSP Bethlehem at 610-861-2026.

Penske truck recovered On March 8 a stolen 26’ Penske moving truck was located at the Red Roof Inn on Catasauqua Road. Penske retrieved the truck and declined prosecution or further involvement of the State Police.

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Arson on Cobbler Road A fire was started inside an abandoned vehicle, which was being stored inside of a building on Cobbler Road, on April 1 by an unknown actor(s). Neffs Fire Department assisted at the scene. Anyone with additional information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Trooper Hooper of the PSP Bethlehem Barracks at 610-861-2026.

NORTHAMPTON POLICE REPORT APRIL 1

• Check person/welfare, Turkey Hill Minit Market in the 1000 block of Main Street. Request to check the welfare of a male.

• Assist agency in the 1100 block of American Street, North Catasauqua. Request for officers to assist North Catasauqua Police Department with a domestic.

• Reportable accident in Main Street and 21st Street involving three vehicles.

• Animal complaint in the 1300 block of Newport Avenue. Report of a male and a female repeatedly not cleaning up after their dog in the alleyway.

APRIL 2

• Disturbance, Hammerhead Lounge in the 300 block of Main Street. Report of a male causing a disturbance.

• Check person/welfare in the 1500 block Poplar Street. Request to check the welfare of a female.

• K-9 used/assist in the 100 block of Bangor Street, Bangor.

Request for Officer Buchanan and K-9 Officer Vito to assist with a search warrant.

APRIL 3

• Domestic in the 1200 block of Franklin Street between a male and a female.

• Borough ordinance violation in the 1300 block of Newport Avenue. Report of a male not cleaning up after his dog in the alleyway.

APRIL 4

• Hit and run accident in the 2000 block of Laubach Avenue.

Report of the driver side mirror of a legally parked vehicle struck.

APRIL 5

• Domestic in the 1200 block of Main Street between two females.

APRIL 6

• Non-reportable accident, Center Street parking lot, involving two vehicles.

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GETTING OUT! EVENTS AROUND TOWN

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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 610-923-0382. We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify.

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meeting at 7 p.m., last Wednesday of the month at Moore Twp. Municipal Building, public is welcome.

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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.

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.

Bath Area Fish Committee’s Kid’s Fishing ContestApril 22 and 23 in Bath. Stay tuned for more information.

Borough of Bath Paw Park Basket Social- April 22

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from 12 to 8 p.m. and April 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bath Social Hall. For more information call 484-547-9449 or 484357-4366.

4th Annual Nazareth Jazz Festival- April 29 from 12 to 6 p.m. at Nazareth Boro Park.

Nazareth Farmers Market Opening Day- Saturday, May 6 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the Center Square.

Bath Farmers Market Opening Day- Friday, May 19 at Keystone Park 3 until 7 p.m. Returning and new vendors.

Whitefield After Dark: Live on the Lawn- Friday, May 26 from 5:30 until 7 p.m. at Moravian Historical Society, 214 E. Center St., Nazareth.

Bushkill Township Veterans Remembrance & Flag Retirement Ceremony- Sunday, May 28 at 1:30 p.m. at

Veteran’s Memorial Flag Pole opposite muni building 1114 Bushkill Center Rd. Nazareth. Call Susan Kirk 610 759-9194.

2nd Annual Nazareth Food Truck Festival- Saturday, June 3 from 12 to 6 p.m. on Belvidere Street in Nazareth. Food trucks, live entertainment, rain or shine.

39th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival- Saturday, June 3

from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Moravian Historical Society, 214 E. Center Street, Nazareth.

Paw Prints on the Canal- June 4 from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m., rain or shine, Canal Street, Northampton.

87th Annual Sacred Heart Church Picnic- July 14-16, rain or shine, entertainment info to follow.

Bath Community Days- July 20-22 at Firefighters Park.

Moore Township Community Day Celebration- Au-

gust 26, 2017 at the Moore Township Recreation Center.

Spuds & Suds Festival- August 26, 2017 in Bath. Stay

tuned for more information.

Uptown Northampton Street Fair- Saturday, September

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GAB OVER THE FENCE

by Pete G. Ossip

Let’s hope that the weather will be perfect on Easter Sunday. It turned hotter this week after Palm Sunday, and if we’re lucky it will be just right on Easter Sunday. I don’t think there will be many Easter bonnets ‘cause around here fashions have changed, and the gals don’t wear as many fancy hats as they used to. . . . Speaking of gals, I see the local Turkey Federation chapters are gonna have another “Women in the Outdoors” event, so they have a chance to learn something about their outdoor skills like archery and make

handmade crafts. It’s gonna be on Saturday, June 17 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Ontelaunee Rod 7 Gun Club. Just join NWTF and have plenty of fun. It even includes a breakfast and picnic. Call Leslie Smith at 484-634-0069 and get more info. . . .Big league Baseball is back! Phillies were three and three before they played those Mets this week. One win at Cincy and two at home against the Nationals. Not bad. For Yankees fans, I see Chuck Frantz is gonna run a couple bus loads to Yankee games against the Oakland A’s on May 28th and against the Seattle Mariners come August 27th. . . .Paw Park seems to be coming along fine, and there’s gonna be a basket social to benefit construction . It’s gonna be on Saturday, April 22 from noon to 8 p.m. and

FIRE HYDRANT FLUSHING BATH AUTHORITY SYSTEM

Week of April 17 to April 28, 2017 Bath Borough Authority Staff will be flushing Fire Hydrants in the Borough of Bath and Redcliff in Upper Nazareth Township, some temporary pressure loss and/or discoloration of water may be experienced.

Sunday, April 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. over at the Bath Fire Co. Social Hall . Reckon I’ll buy one of those hoodies with the words “Paw Park – I Dig it”. Bill Falstich has a red one from the Phillies that looks pretty good. The Paw Park T-shirts and hoodies are green, which is Bath’s color. . . . This Saturday, there’s gonna be a clean-up of the Monocacy Creek starting at 8 in the morning. Maybe you can help ‘em out with some tools and muscle power. The Bath Area Fish Committee wants the water nice and clean for the kid’s trout fishing contest on April 22 and 23.

The creek clean-up and building of the dams is this Saturday at 8 a.m. The trout will be stocked next Friday afternoon. Hats off to the committee and all the volunteers that help ‘em. . . . Same goes for the adults that run the Bath Lions football team. They work hard for the kids and deserve a pat on the back. Registration has started for the football and cheerleading teams, and they’re gonna have a football camp on Saturday, April 22 inn the morning and afternoon on Ciff Cowling Field where they play all their home games. . . .Have a Happy Easter, everybody, and enjoy the holiday with your family. It’s O.K. if you wanta wear an Easter bonnet, ladies. Maybe we can bring millinery back again.

BATH BOWLING Team 5 wins half; Roll-off next week In Bath Die Hards

Team 5 won the second half of the Bath Die Hards League on April 5 and will meet Team 3 in a roll-off next week to determine this year’s champion.

As for this past week, Tem 5

BATH LIONS FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING REGISTRATION The Bath Lions Youth Football and Cheerleading organization is proud to enter their 29th season as part of the Lehigh Valley Youth Football League. The organization offers competitive football and cheerleading teams for children, ages five through fourteen, while learning the values of teamwork and perseverance. Our board members and coaches work hard to ensure that all children have a chance to play and feel like part of the team!

Board Members: President - Randy Roberts • Vice President - Roseanne Jones Treasurer – Catherine Roberts • Secretary – Laura Flamisch Season Registration will be held at Ciff Cowling Field on: Saturday, April 8th – 10 am to Noon • Wednesday, April 12th – 6 pm to 8 pm Saturday, April 22nd – 8 am to 10 am • Wednesday, May 10th - 6 pm to 8 pm Or save time and Register Online – www.BathLions.org

3rd Annual Football Camp The Bath Lions are proud to announce the 3rd Annual Football Camp, which will be held at Cliff Cowling Field on Saturday, April 22nd.

Registration begins at 8 am and camp will run from 9 am to 1 pm.

This camp is open to kids from any team or community. However, players joining the Bath Lions for the season will receive a registration discount if they attend the camp.

Questions? Contact BathLions2@gmail.com

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lost 1 to 3 with Ty J. Pagotto’s 589 and Terry Bartholomew, 544.

Team 6 swept Team 1, 4 to 0, with Polly Kosman, 485, and Melissa Lemmerman, 460. Team 1 – Gerald Bartholomew, 503, and Albert Arthofer, 422.

Team 3 geared up for the rolloff by scoring a 3 to 1 win Bob C. Kosman, 534; Bob R. Kosman, 482, and Joe Bachman, 467 Also winning 3 to 1 was Team 4 with David Guest, 518, and Wendy Guest, 441.

Another 1 to 3 loser was Team 2’s Bert Davidson, 463, and Charlene Mast, 443 2nd Half Standings W L Team 5 34 26 Team 4 33.5 26.5 Team 6 32 28 Team 3 29 31 Team 1 26 34 Team 2 25.5 34.5

Bath Supply #2 shade Over Bath Supply #1 in Bath Commercial League

Bath Supply #2 with a split is in first place of the Bath Commercial Bowling League, and their plumbing brothers in Bath Supply #1 are a game behind them in week 29.

Supply #2 played Daku Auto Body to a 2 to 2 tie with Taylor Hostler, 256-275-206–737; John Kerbacher, 206-209–588; Wally Myer, 560, and Gerry Eckhart, 537. Daku – Marc Beichey, 225-237-225–687; Bob Daku, 223-242–658; Al Davidson, 226-245–651; Rich Mutarelli, 201-222-205–628; Bob Faustner, 245–549.

Supply #1 played the vacant team for a 3 to 0 win, led by Jeff Kerbacher, 224-214–623; Frank Yeakel, 226–605; Harvey Rissmiller, 200-234–591; Steve Kerbacher, 202–563; Brent Con-

nolly, 201–549.

Vince Bauer Fiberglass Repair scored a 3 to 1 win over Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering, led by Doug Head, 223-255-279–757; Wayne Fogel, 222-201–615; Harry Emery, 224–590; Wyatt Davidson, 203–549; Vince Bauer, 201–517. Carfara – Jason Carfara, 233-227-206–666; Brent Bartholomew, 202-226231–659; Dino Carfara, 226223–638; Terry Bartholomew, 215-208–595; Gerald Bartholomew, 202–557.

The Rice Family shut out Team #1, 4 to 0, behind Chris Reeser, 215–581; Mark Rice, 213–564; and Dale Fye, 204–536. Team #1 – Andy Edelman, 244–619; Bill Bachman, 225–602; George Hyde, 258–571; Anthony Gable, 203–540.

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Top bowling scores Bowled at Bath American Legion Post 470 week of April 2 Submitted by EDWARD MUSSELMAN Men: Mark Moyer 801-768, Doug Head 757, Taylor Hostler 737, Chad Didra 717-652, Marc Beichey 687, Keith Sargent 683, Tony Smith 673, Mike Derwinski 671, Harry Emery IV 667, Jason Carfara 666, Ed Musselman 665, Marc Kappauf 660, Brent Bartholomew 659, Bob Daku 658, Al Davidson 651, Emre Labar 649, Marty Csencsits 641, Dino Carfara 638, Rich Mutarelli 628, Scott Weinberg 624.

Women: Donna Kemmerer 579, Bert Davidson 550, Donna Amore 532, Marian Shup 519.

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The Friendship Tree The Friendship Tree serves as the centerpiece of the Borough of Bath municipal logo. So what is the Friendship Tree and how did it become Bath's logo?

In 1785, Colonel Henry Lee, the bodyguard of General George Washington, gave General Washington a gift of twelve horse chest-

nut saplings as a symbol of their friendship. Washington planted ten of the saplings at his Virginia estate, Mount Vernon, and gave two of them to his friend General Robert Brown who lived in Northampton County and was visiting Washington. General Brown's home was located just

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northeast of the intersection of Airport Road and Nor-Bath Boulevard. During Brown's two hundred mile journey back home one of the saplings died. The other he planted behind his home.

In 1920, the Friendship Tree had grown to 80 feet tall with a circumference of 27 and a half feet at the base. It was the only one of the dozen saplings to survive past adolescence and it blossomed into one of the "largest and oldest trees of its kind in America," Charles Sprague Sargeant, director of Arnold Arboretum at Harvard University, wrote in 1921.

Although the tree is in East Allen Township, the property has a Bath post office address and the image of the tree has become the official symbol of the Borough of Bath. Local Bath historian Asa K. McIlhaney is generally credited with naming the tree The Bath Continued on page 14

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Donations are now being accepted to purchase fish for stocking.

Creek clean-up Donations can be sent to: & building Bath Area Fish Committee Creek clean-up help damsPO BOX 143, Bath, PA 18014 needed April 15, VOLUNTEERS & Call Pete: 610-730-7673 start at 8 a.m.

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The Travelers Protective Agency is an important national organization that has been helping communities across the country for over 127 years. It has established accident funds and benefits for members, has helped implement driver safety programs, has started

CHAD stickers for child safety, and, in a cause that is dear to TPA Post L Lehigh Valley’s heart, has raised and donated money to hearing impaired children and students. Members of the TPA dedicate much of their time to community service, but on Thursday, April 6, Post L Lehigh Valley turned its

attention to another group of individuals working to make a positive impact in their community. At Post L’s Annual Altruism Awards Banquet, held at the Northampton Community Center, students from around the Lehigh Valley were honored for being leaders both in and out of the classroom.

These 2017 Altruism Award and scholarship recipients excel in academics, extracurricular activities, and community service. Ashley Kunsman, a senior at Northampton Area High School, was one of the young leaders honored that evening. Kunsman is not only a stellar student, but an outstanding athlete and accomplished volunteer in her community. She’s president of Northampton High School’s SADD club, in addition to being a member of the school’s National Honor Society, Physical Education Club, and Volunteer Club. She’s also goalie of Northampton’s field hockey team. In addition, Kunsman has a long history of fundraising for a variety of important causes and spends time working closely with local organizations.

This philanthropic spirit Kunsman exemplifies has been recognized throughout the Lehigh Valley by both her peers and other community leaders. She recently won the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Student of the Year Mission Award after individually raising more than $12,000 for the organization (exceeding her initial goal by more than $2,000).

“She’s definitely a go-getter,” Northampton Area High School guidance counselor Nadine Rupp said in a speech honoring Kunsman during the banquet. “Ashley is very deserving of this award and has definitely made Northampton very proud.”

Kunsman was among 16 other award winners, many of whom were in attendance at the TPA banquet with their families, friends, and educators. All high school se-

niors, these students have dedicated their time to a variety of causes, from studying with children to working alongside the elderly.

They have captured the caring and philanthropic spirit the TPA works hard to spread.

“It is so refreshing to see the extent of involvement by these high schoolers here tonight,” said the banquet’s keynote speaker, the Honorable Judge Samuel Murray of Northampton County’s Court of Common Pleas. “I encourage you students to continue your altruistic ways…small acts of altruism can affect…society for the good,” he told the award winners.

Kunsman plans on attending Moravian College in the fall to study math and business. She will also continue to play field hockey for the college. Just as her successful academic and athletic career will continue, there is no doubt

that Kunsman’s caring character and her role as one of the Lehigh Valley’s young community leaders will also continue to impress and inspire all around her.

“You truly are beacons of light,” Judge Murray told Kunsman and the other award winners.

By the night’s end, Judge Murray, the school leaders who spoke, and the members of the TPA who helped make the award banquet possible, including Post L Lehigh Valley president, Dale Stephens, and altruism program director, Patricia Palencar, were all in agreement: thanks to students like Kunsman and the others honored that evening, the future of the Lehigh Valley and beyond is bright.

(Lehigh Valley residents looking to learn more about the TPA, its benefits, and its important mission should reach out to Palencar at 610-837-9681.)

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Northampton Borough Holds annual egg hunt

Robert (age 3), Elijah (age 2) and Isabella (age 10) count their eggs at the Northampton Borough Egg Hunt. –Contributed photo

By KERI LINDENMUTH

The annual Northampton Borough Egg Hunt was held on Saturday, April 8 at Mu-

nicipal Park. It was a chilly and windy morning, but the sun was shining brightly and over 350 children from ages one to ten lined up excitedly with their empty baskets, waiting to fill them with the colorful plastic eggs that dotted the field. When the event kicked off at 11 a.m., children raced through the park and tried to gather as many eggs as they could. There were over 2,000 eggs up for grabs filled with sweet treats like Hershey Kisses.

After the hunt, each and every participant was all smiles as they got to take home a chocolate bunny. Meanwhile, the Easter Bunny was in attendance and took pictures with all of the children and their Easter baskets.

Northampton Borough Council sponsored the egg hunt and the borough’s fire police were also there helping keep traffic moving so the spring event was safe and fun for all of the families in attendance.

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Church Dir. The Home News Church Directory is an alphabetical listing of community churches and synagogues. If you would like to submit a press release or calendar item for your church, please email it to: editorial@ homenewspa.com or mail it to us at The Home News PO BOX A, Walnutport, PA 18088. The Church Directory is always available on our website at www.HomeNewsPA.com ASSUMPTION BVM PARISH, Northampton. 610262-2559 Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Mass 8 a.m., Tues. – Mass 8 a.m., Wed. – Mass 8 a.m., Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4 p.m.

Assumption of the Virgin Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Northampton 610-2622882 Sat. - Vesper services 5 p.m.

Sun. - Divine Liturgy 9 a.m.

BETHANY WESLEYAN, Cherryville. 610-767-1239 Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship 5 p.m.

BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, Bushkill Twp. 610-759-7132 Sun. – Worship 9:15 a.m., Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

Mar. 5 11 a.m. W, HC CARPENTER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH, Nazareth. 484-285-0040 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m.

CHAPMAN QUARRIES UNITED METHODIST, Bath.

610-837-0935 Sun. – Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship 11 a.m.

Mar. 5 11 a.m. W, HC CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. Chestnut St. Bath. 610-837-0345 Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

CHRIST U.C.C., Schoenersville. 610-264-9325 Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m.

CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville. 610-8376051

Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH Northampton. 610262-8500 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. with HC, Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

COVENANT UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-8377517 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m.

HA, Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444 Sun. – Worship 8/10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7 p.m.

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Sunday School 9 a.m.

EMMANUEL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath.

610-837-1741 Sun – Traditional 8 and 10:45 a.m. and Contemporary 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Wed- Midweek Lenten service 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.

FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport, 610-767-3505 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m.

GOD'S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610262-4412 Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., Wed.- 7 p.m. BS GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton, 610-262-9517 Sun – Worship 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:15-11 a.m.

GOSPEL CHAPEL WESLEYAN CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-8101 (N) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9 a.m., Sat- 5 p.m.

GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-7036 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.

GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-9080 Sun.- Worship 9 a.m., Confirmation 10:30 a.m.

GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Northampton 610-262-7186 (HA) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Pen Argyl. 610-863-4811 Sun. – Worship 8:30/10 a.m.

HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, Nazareth. 610-759-7363 Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m., HC 1st & 3rd Sunday HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0870 Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., M-F – Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m.

HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton 610-262-2668 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9 a.m.

HOLY TRINITY SLOVAK LUTHERAN, Northampton Sun. – Worship 8:30 a.m.

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cherryville 610 767-7203 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m.

MOUNTAIN VIEW WESLEYAN CHURCH Bath 610-759-7553 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m.

NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-7593163 Sun. – Worship 8:15/10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

NORTHAMPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Northampton 610-262-5645 Sun – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m., Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7:30 p.m.

QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, Northampton 610262-2227 Sun. – Mass 7:30/9:30/11:30 a.m., Mon. - Fri. – Mass 8 a.m.

Sat. – Mass 4 p.m.

RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth. 484-597-1440 Sun. – Worship/meeting 10 a.m.

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SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. 610-8377874 Sun. – Mass 6:30/8/9:30/11 a.m., Mon.-Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri – Mas 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30/6 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 7/8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.

SALEM U.C.C. Moorestown 610-759-1652 Sun. – 8/10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

SALEM UNITED METHODIST, Danielsville.

610-767-8003 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m.

ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL Nazareth 610-746-3910 Sun. – Holy Eucharist 10 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m.

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-8371061 Sun. - Worship 8/10:15 a.m.

ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-3090.

Sun. - Worship 8/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship with HC 5:30 p.m.

ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Howertown. 610-262-8666 Sun. - Worship 9:30 a.m., Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun. – Worship at 8/10:45 a.m., Wed.- 11 a.m.

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ST. NICHOLAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, Walnutport. 610767-3107 Sun. – Mass 8/9:30/11 a.m., Holy Day – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30 p.m.

Mon.-Fri.- 8:30 a.m.

ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton, 610-261-2910.

HA. Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. (with child care), Sunday School 9 a.m.

ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indianland, Cherryville 610-7674572. Sun. – 9 a.m. Christian Hour Education, Worship at 10:30 a.m.

ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Northampton 610-837-7426 Sun. – 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, Northampton 610-837-5894 Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m. BS 9:30 a.m., Wed.- BS and Prayer 7 p.m.

WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST 610-7678939 Sat. – Sabbath School 10:45 a.m. Worship 9:30 a.m.

ZION’S STONE U.C.C., Kreidersville 610-262-1133 Sun. – SS 9 a.m., Worship 10:15 a.m.

ZION E.L. CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-6636 (N) Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m.

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King Jesus Is Alive!

Our calendar dates back to more than twenty centuries ago when the King of heaven visited the earth and made the necessary provisions for every person of the human race to become a member of the kingdom of God by accepting Him and submitting to His kingship.

At the birth of Jesus Christ, an angel proclaimed, “of His kingdom there shall be no end” (Luke 1:33). Wise men from the east came to worship Him asking, “Where is he that is born King of the Jews?”

(Matthew 2:2). Jesus taught that His kingdom was not external, that it “cometh not with observation,” but was internal, “within you” (Luke 17:20-21). He taught that if a person would sincerely repent of his sins and believe in Him as God’s Son, a spiritual revolution would occur within resulting in willing submission to the rulership of Christ. The provision for this spiritual reformation was entirely by Divine plan. God’s holiness and justice requiring death as punishment for man’s sin blended perfectly with His love and mercy as He gave His Son, King Jesus, to die for man’s sin at Calvary. Pilate, the Roman ruler, asked Jesus if He was “the King of the Jews.”

Jesus told him, “My kingdom is not of this world” (John 18:36).

Cruel Roman soldiers beat Jesus and in mockery of His kingship dressed Him in a purple robe with a crown of thorns. Pilate placed a sign on His cross that read, “This is Jesus the King of the Jews” (Matthew 27:37).

Yes, King Jesus died for you on that cross. He was buried, and three days later, King Jesus miraculously rose again and ascended back to heaven. King Jesus is “alive for evermore.” (Revelation 1:18). He will return again as the victorious “King of kings” (I Timothy 6:14-15) and take to heaven all those in His kingdom. Will you be among those taken? Does King Jesus reign in your life?

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EASTER EGG HUNT HELD IN NAZARETH

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Friendship Tree and tying the story to the Borough of Bath. McIlhaney nominated it for the "Hall of Fame for Trees,â&#x20AC;? saying it symbolized the friendship between Washington, Lee and Brown three patriots who had fought for independence. Soon after the tree was registered with the Hall of Fame, lightening struck it, nearly splitting it in half. A tree surgeon was called in from Reading to save the tree, and he constructed an elaborate sling to protect it.

Only one branch survived, but it continued to yield chestnuts.

In replication of Washington's gift to Brown, Barbara Bayne of California, who was named Tree Historian of America by the American Forestry Association, decided in 1928 to send chestnuts

0 - 1 age group prize egg winners 1st prize - Sage Dowd 2nd prize - Richard Mastrorilli 3rd prize - Aly Zachmeyer 1-2 year old age group prize egg winners 1st prize - Liam Tiers

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from the Bath Friendship Tree to world leaders as a "symbol of unity." The hope was to establish Friendship Groves throughout the world by sending seeds to President Calvin Coolidge, the governors of the 48 states, and the countries in the world via their ambassadors in Washington, Mount Vernon and to every state university in the nation.

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by McIlhaney and borough resident Horace H. Heller. G. Harris Collingwood, forester of The American Forestry Association, presented them to Coolidge on Nov. 1, 1928. The degree of success of that ambitious project has never been verified.

When struck by lightning in 1921, concrete was poured into its base to fortify the remaining limbs. Although it appears today as if the stump is still standing,

it's actually a mold of the bottom half of the tree protruding from the ground like an inverted canoe. The remains are enclosed by a small chain link fence. In 1953, the tree, considered the oldest (and once the largest) of its kind in the United States, died during an ice storm at the age of 168. An offshoot was saved and planted 100 feet away from the original.

In 1962, in celebration of its 225th anniversary, Bath planted another horse chestnut at Keystone Park off Green Street. The Borough of Bath formally dedicated that tree in the spring of 1997 as a Friendship Tree and marked its significance with a monument. The sapling was transported from Mount Vernon, which sells descendants of trees planted by Washington. And the sapling could have come from the original Bath Friendship Tree, because seeds from it were sent to Mount Vernon in 1928.

The Bath Museum is proud to display pieces of the original Friendship Tree, which stood next to General Brown's house.

The Bath Museum is open and free to the public every third Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It is currently located on the second floor of the Bath Municipal Building at Penn and Washington Streets. Mark April 15 on your calendar and come out and visit this local treasure.

Footnote: It was announced at the April council meeting that the Naz-Bath Chamber of Commerce is hoping to host an event in the summer of 2018 featuring The Friendship Tree and possibly selling saplings.

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5-6 year old age group prize egg winners 1st prize - Mason Cuff 2nd prize - Jose Rivera 3rd prize - Adrianna Heckman 7-8 year old age group prize egg winners

1st prize - Jasmine Donello 2nd prize - Olivia Langerveld 3rd prize - Sophia Wolf Grand prize winner Addison Schmittel Thank you to all who participated in this event.

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Obituaries Jacqueline H. Chase

MARCH 27, 1929 – APRIL 7, 2017 Jacqueline H. Chase, 88, of Moore Township, died on Friday, April 7, 2017 at her residence.

She was the wife of the late Harry J. Chase, Jr., who died in 1993.

She worked as a sewing machine operator for various garment companies in the area until retiring.

Born on March 27, 1929 in Weissport, Pa., she was a daughter of the late George and Elizabeth (Auge) Green.

Surviving are three daughters, Debora J. Fahr Muthard, Susan Kondikoff, and Cynthia Zona; three sons, Ronald Zona, Martin Zona, Jr. and William Zona; 12 grandchildren; and two greatgrandchildren.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are by the Bartholomew Funeral Home, 243 S. Walnut St., Bath.

Llewellyn H. Cope

NOV. 19, 1932 – APRIL 6, 2017 Llewellyn H. Cope, 84, of M o o r e Township, died on Thursday, April 6, 2017 in the V.N.A. Hospice House of St. Luke’s in Lower Saucon Township.

He was the husband of Gloria L. (Schoch) Cope for 60 years.

After serving in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War, he was employed for 30 years by Bethlehem Contracting Co. as a crane operator. He was a member of the Ironworkers Union, Local #502.

Born on Nov. 19, 1932 in Fountain Hill, he was a son of the late William and Florence (Eugle) Cope.

Llewellyn loved fishing and hunting, and he was a former member of the Monocacy Field & Stream Club in Bethlehem. He was an avid Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles fan.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Robin Wolfe of Moore Township and Tom Cope of San Diego, Ca-

lif.; grandsons Jamie Wolfe of Northampton and Jeff Wolfe of Bath; great-grandchildren Sage and Kirsten; and a sister, Dorothy Trumbower, of Florida.

He was predeceased by six siblings.

A Celebration of Life will be announced at a future date by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown.

William A. Daneels

JUNE 19, 1916 – APRIL 2, 2017 William A. Daneels, 100, of Moore Township, formerly of Palmer Township, died on Sunday, April 2, 2017 at the home of his daughter, with whom he resided. He was the husband of the late Lillian S. (Stahler) Daneels for 65 years before she died on Feb. 14, 2010.

He attended Lincoln Technical School. After serving in the U.S. Army during World War II, he worked 30 years for the former Harris Intertype, formerly Sheridan Machine.

Born on June 19, 1916 in Cologne, Germany, he was a son of the late August and Christine (Unangst) Daneels.

He was a member of Green Pond Country Club. William was an avid golfer and enjoyed bowling and playing cards. In his younger years, he played football and baseball.

Surviving are a daughter, Christine L. Shuman of Bath; two grandchildren, Cory Shuman of Northampton and Trina Coleman of Glendale, Ariz.; and six great-grandchildren, Mariah, Sierra and China Coleman, and Alex, Amber and Andrew Shuman.

He was preceded in death by a brother, John Daneels.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family, as arranged by the Strunk Funeral Home, Wilson Borough.

Carrie M. Geffert

JUNE 21, 1922 – APRIL 7, 2017 Carrie M. Geffert, 94, of Moore Township, formerly of Palmer Township, died Friday, April 7, 2017 in Lehigh Valley HospitalMuhlenberg, Bethlehem. She was the wife of the late Michael A. Geffert, who died in 1998.

She was a member of William Parsons Chapter #185, Order of Eastern Star.

Born on June 21, 1922 in Marion Heights, Pa., she was a daughter of the late Walter and

Carrie (Matter) Mosloskie.

Surviving are her daughter, Carol M. Ricks, with whom she resided; five children; 11 greatgrandchildren; and two greatgreat-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by a grandson and a great-granddaughter.

Services will be private, as arranged by the Ashton Funeral home, Easton.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Hollie Gillespie

JAN. 10, 1958 – MARCH 31, 2017 Hollie Gillespie, 59, of Nazareth, died on Friday, March 31, 2017 in Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia.

She was the wife of the late Gil Gillespie, who died on Nov. 26, 2015.

She graduated from Nazareth High School, then earned her fashion merchandising degree at Allentown Business School. She worked in various retail stores and waitressed at Red Lobster in Arizona and Whitehall. Hollie also tended bar at the American Legion Post #415, and was a life member of Vigilance Hose Co., Nazareth. She was a member of St. John’s U.C.C. Born on January 10, 1958 in Easton, she was a daughter of the late Carl Daye and June (Stull) Stevens.

Hollie loved life to the fullest, doing it in her own fashion. She loved her family and enjoyed going to the beach.

Surviving are two sisters, Deborah Lyons of Hanover Township and June Daye Hughes of Bushkill Township; a niece, two nephews, an aunt, and many cousins.

A memorial service was held on Thursday, April 6 in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, with the Rev. Jeffrey A. Brinks officiating.

Burial is private.

Memorial donations may be made to the Gift of Life Family House, 401 Callowhill St., Philadelphia, PA 19123.

Marguerite Rossnagle

NOV. 12, 1928 – MARCH 21, 2017 Marguerite (Taylor) Rossnagle, 88, originally of Phillipsburg, N .J., died Tuesday, March 21, 2017 in Gracedale. She was the wife of Jack Rossnagle for 65 years.

She was a graduate of Phillipsburg High School.

Born on Nov. 12, 1928 in Phillipsburg, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Anna Taylor.

Marguerite enjoyed baking, cooking, and making her family’s favorite potato salad and rice pudding. She enjoyed walking, playing cards, and word puzzles.

Besides her husband, who resides in Wind Gap, she is survived by a daughter, Tammy Lewis, of East Stroudsburg; a sister, Shirley Horn, of Daytona Beach, Fla.; three grandchildren; two greatgrandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by a son, Roger, and siblings Donald, Anna, Winnie, and Walter, Jr. Arrangements were made by the Boyko Funeral Home, Allen-

town. A Celebration of Life will be held at the convenience of the family.

Kenneth R. Shoemaker

AUG. 22, 1938 – APRIL 3, 2017 Kenneth R. Shoemaker, 78, of Bushkill Township, died on Monday, April 3, 2017 at home, following a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was the husband of Nama E. (Rissmiller) Shoemaker for 60 years.

He attended Northampton High School and was employed by the former Schaible’s Bakery for 44 years before retiring in 1999. He was a member of the Bakery, Confectionary, Tobacco Workers & Grain Millers’ International Union.

Born on Aug. 22, 1938 in Walnutport, he was a son of the late Allen and Gladys (Frantz) Shoemaker.

Ken was a life member of Petersville Rod & Gun Club and a 41-year member of the Brookland Hunting Club in Ulysses, Pa. An avid outdoorsman, Ken enjoyed hunting, snowmobiling, 4-wheeling, and staying at the family cabin in Potter County, which he named “Preacher’s Dream.”

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Kevin Shoemaker of Saylorsburg and Bruce Shoemaker of Macungie; three daughters, Roxanne Shook of Pen Argyl, Roberta Mitchell of Levittown, and Rochelle Transue of Anderson, S.C.; ten grandchildren; eight great-grandsons; two brothers, Glenn Shoemaker of Moore Township and Nelson Shoemaker of Zephyrville, Fla.; a sister, Tina Hancock, of Wimauma, Fla.; and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by two brothers, Larry and Terry Shoemaker.

A public gathering to celebrate his life was held on Friday, April 7 in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Burial will be private.

Memorial contributions may be made to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401 Civic Center Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19104.

Elizabeth Strasser

Elizabeth (Linsky) Strasser, 102, formerly of Main Street, Cementon, died on Saturday afternoon, April 8, 2017 in Cedarbrook Nursing home, South Whitehall Township. She was the wife of the late Frank S. Strasser, who died in 1999.

She was employed as a seamstress by the former Garren Garment Co., Allentown, for more than 40 years, retiring in 1976.

Born in Northampton, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Mary (Fetchko) Linsky.

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She was a member of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, Allentown.

Surviving are several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was predeceased by eight sisters and two brothers.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held last Tuesday in Sacred Heart Church, Allentown, followed by interment in the parish cemetery in Whitehall Township. Arrangements were by the Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton.

Contributions may go a charity of one’s choice.

Bath Lions Club Nominates Officers for 2017-2018

By HOME NEWS STAFF At a breakfast meeting this past Saturday, the Bath Lions Club nominated officers who will serve in the Lions year 2017-18. They are as follows: Jack Metcalf, president; Kyle Grube, first vice president; Rev. Jay R. Wetzel, second vice president; Jim Spengler, third vice president; Daniel G. Spengler, secretary; William B. Falstich, treasurer; James Spengler, tail twister; and Charles Billings, lion tamer.

They will be installed on May 3 by a District 14-K past district governor.

The following donations were approved: Bath Area Food Bank, $200; Leader Dog for the Blind, $100; Meals on Wheels, $100; Lions Beacon Lodge Camp, $100; Bath Fire & Ambulance, $100; St. John’s Lutheran Church, $300.

Benefit Breakfast

On Saturday May 20, the cub will sponsor a Flapjack Fundraiser Breakfast at the Applebee’s Restaurant on 3702 Easton, Nazareth Hwy. Funds will be raised to purchase park benches for Bath’s Paw Park.

Plans are also underway to have a program for the public, in which movies made by the late Frank Haidle will be shown, and to mark the club’s 90th anniversary.

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Moore Township Board of Supervisors discuss cell towers and Medical marijuana ordinances

By KERI LINDENMUTH Moore Township Solicitor David Backenstoe took some time during the April 4 Board of Supervisors meeting to outline three new ordinances the township is working on approving.

The first ordinance is a medical marijuana ordinance. Because medical marijuana has been made legal in Pennsylvania, state law requires that each municipality have uses for academic clinical research centers, dispensaries, grower and processor areas, and delivery vehicle offices.

Backenstoe understands that medical marijuana is something that some residents may be wary about, but he stressed that the system is highly regulated and controlled. He worked alongside the planning commission to establish uses for the different requirements. After much planning and discussion, he believes that the commission came up with a proposal, which he calls “nicely done,” and one that will “protect the township as much as it can.”

Conditional uses will be placed on the different areas, meaning that anyone who wants to build an academic clinical research center or a grower and processor plant must not only meet the state’s and Department of Health’s requirements, but must also stand before the Board of Supervisors and prove they meet the stringent criteria. “[There will be] a host of things they have to comply with,” he told residents.

The Board of Supervisors approved Backenstoe’s request to finalize the ordinance and advertise it so that it can be adopted as soon as possible.

“I do not think it is going to be that prolific,” the solicitor said, “[but] Moore Township needs to be ready.”

The final two ordinances Backenstoe introduced to the board revolved around the use of cell towers in the township. Wireless commercial communication facilities around the nation have tried to define themselves as public utilities, which will exempt them from following zoning laws and instead allow them to put cellular towers in right of ways. The issue is currently in the court, but Backenstoe believes that the township should act now before any decision is made to “protect our residents as best we can.”

The first ordinance, which the board unanimously approved to advertise, states that wireless commercial communication facilities are not public utilities, not exempt from zoning laws, and must follow the right of way ordinance.

The second ordinance is more detailed and is still several weeks away from being finalized. It will make cell towers conditional uses in all areas, but prohibit them

from right of ways in residential districts in which utilities are underground. Cell towers out of right of ways will be limited to 120 feet tall and cell towers within right of ways will be limited to 40 feet tall, which is the height of a standard telephone pole. In addition, a cell tower can be no closer to a building than three times its height. Finally, the wireless commercial communication facilities must prove that there will be a gap in coverage without the cell tower.

However, cell towers on existing structures will be permitted.

All of the detailed regulations are the township’s way of persuading companies to co-locate and build towers on existing structures instead of in right of ways.

Supervisors said that applications are already coming into the township for cell towers, so they wish to move this ordinance along quickly.

Other business in the monthly Board of Supervisors meeting included the monthly police report (320 incidents), the monthly fire report (41 calls and 285 man hours), and the monthly ambulance report (76 calls and 304 hours). The fire report, presented

by Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Company Fire Recorder Jason Harhart, listed nine fires, three motor vehicle accidents, one fire police incident, two automatic fire alarms, nine ambulance assists, three mutual aid calls, three calls for downed trees, one call for downed wires, three carbon monoxide alarms, one odor investigation, and six controlled burns.

Finally, the PennDOT presentation on two bridges in the area was postponed until the board’s next monthly meeting. That meeting will be held on May 2 at 7 p.m. Residents are encouraged to attend.

Mary Poppins brings Magic to Nazareth Area High School

By KERI LINDENMUTH The 1964 film ‘Mary Poppins’, starring Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke, is one of Disney’s most beloved films and it boasts perhaps what may arguably be one of cinema’s most memorable musical scores. About forty years after the film’s release, a stage adaptation of the musical debuted on London’s West End and Broadway. It is this awardwinning adaptation that students in the Nazareth Area High School Theatre Troupe brought to life in its annual spring musical, a participant in this year’s Freddy Awards.

There are several differences between the popular film and the stage musical, but the same cast of characters and the same classic Sherman Brothers score remain, a score that Nazareth students in the cast were expertly able to tackle. There is also a series of new songs and characters those familiar with

the film may not recognize, but will quickly learn to love.

NAHS’s production was directed by Dr. Beth Peters-Ferrara and starred senior Marissa Dibilio as Mary Poppins, senior Ysaac Zegeye as Bert, sophomore Steven Fuquay as Mr. Banks, senior Meagan Manzo as Mrs. Banks, freshman Abby Ellis as Jane Banks, and 5th grader Aaron Louw as Michael Banks (who brought just as much energy and talent to the stage as the high school students did!).

Dibilio was able to perfectly capture the sweetness, sternness, and slight mystery of Mary Poppins and stole the stage when she performed the loveable songs like “A Spoonful of Sugar,” and new songs like “Practically Perfect.” Meanwhile, Zegeye, in true Bert fashion, never stopped smiling, whether he was strutting across the stage during “Jolly Holiday” or somersaulting through the

air during “Step in Time.”

Mr. and Mrs. Banks were given significantly larger roles in the stage adaptation than they had in the film, which gave both Fuquay and Manzo the opportunity to showcase their vocal talents in songs such as “A Man Has Dreams” and “Being Mrs. Banks.” Both songs showed the two parents struggling to succeed both professionally and personally as parents of Jane and Michael.

Meanwhile, Ellis and Louw seemed to have great fun playing the meddlesome and sometimes selfish Banks children, especially when Mary Poppins and Bert took them on magical adventures through the park and over the rooftops of London.

There were also some characters from both the P.L. Travers book and the 1964 film that were given more prominent roles in this stage adaptation, including Mrs. Brill, the Banks family maid, portrayed by senior Isabelle Dara; Robertson Ay, the Banks family butler, portrayed by sophomore Andrew Talarico; and Miss Andrews, the villainous nanny who comes to replace Mary Poppins, portrayed by junior Toni Faccioponti. In addition, junior Hailey Durner played the Bird Woman and performed a beautiful rendition of “Feed the Birds” with Dibilio.

The entire ensemble cast should also be celebrated for their energetic performances of “Jolly Holiday,” “Step in Time,” “Let’s Go Fly a Kite,” and of course “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.” Whenever the entire cast appeared on the stage, audience members knew they were in for a treat. The brilliant sets and colorful costumes also helped audience members get lost in the performance, while the classic songs from the show would be nothing without the student orchestra behind them.

Meanwhile, a special shout out must go to the student stage crew, who helped Mary Poppins fly across the stage with her signature umbrella, a favorite scene for the entire audience.

The students in the cast, crew, and orchestra, as well as the school leaders and community members who have supported them, should all be proud of the magical and, in Mary Poppins’s own words, “Practically Perfect” production they put on.

The Freddy Awards will be broadcast on Thursday, May 25 at 7 p.m. on WFMZ.

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DARTBALL Christ UCC, Salem Lutheran tied for First in dartball

By HOME NEWS STAFF After a week off due to Holy Week, Christ UCC Church in Bath and Salem Lutheran in Bethlehem will continue their battle for the 2016-2017 championship in the Suburban InterChurch Dart Baseball League next Monday, April 17. Both are tied for first place.

Christ UCC is scheduled to play at Bath Lutheran, while Salem will host Messiah Lutheran in Bethlehem.

In other games, Dryland of Hecktown will play at Ebenezer Bible Fellowship in Bethlehem, St. Paul’s UCC of Northampton is at St. John’s Union in Farmersville, and St. Stephen’s Lutheran will travel to Salem UCC in Moorestown.

Because of postponements during the season, playing next week will be Emmanuel EC at St. Paul’s, Messiah at Dryland, Ebenezer at Bath Lutheran, and Farmersville (to be determined).

This week will complete the 81-game schedule for four teams so they’ll all have a bye night off.

They include Salem Lutheran, Christ UCC, St. Stephen’s, and Salem UCC. STANDINGS W Christ UCC, Bath 50 Salem Luth., Bethlehem 50 Dryland, Hecktown 39 St. Stephen’s, Beth’hem 42 St. Paul’s, North’n 36 Ebenezer, Bethlehem 38 Bath Lutheran 34 Emmanuel, Bethlehem 32 Salem UCC, Moorest’n 30 Messiah, Bethlehem 30 Farmersville 28

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NAZARETH AREA ANDY’S CORNER

By ANDY WEAVER The Nazareth Baseball team played host to Pleasant Val-

ley and won, played Dieruff at home and won, then went to Liberty and lost. They played Governor Miffin at home and lost, then travelled to Phillipsburg on April 10 and at Coplay

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vs. Central on April 11. The boys will be at East Stroudsburg South on April 13.

The Nazareth Softball team played Dieruff at home on April 3 and won, went to Liberty on April 5 and won, then hosted Freedom on April 8 and triumphed yet again. The girls hosted Pleasant Valley on April 10, travelled to Central on April 11 at Pates Park and play at East Stroudsburg South on April 13.

The Nazareth Boys Tennis team played Easton on April 3 and won, played Bethlehem Catholic on April 5 and won, played Liberty at home on April 7 and lost, won at Bangor on April 8, hosted Emmaus on April 10, Whitehall on April 11, Parkland on April 12, will travel to Central on April 13 and lastly will host Dieruff on April 17.

The Nazareth Girls Lacrosse team won at Liberty on April 4, lost at Freedom on April 6, beat Pleasant Valley on April 8, hosted Parkland on April 10 and next will host Emmaus on April 13 at Nazareth Intermediate School.

The Nazareth Boys Lacrosse team lost at Parkland on April 7, will host Pleasant Valley on April 13, and will travel to Liberty on April 13.

The Nazareth Boys Volleyball team beat Pocono Mountain East on April 4, beat Freedom on April 6 and hosted Emmaus on April 11.

Finally, as the Goodwill Am-

bassador for Nazareth High School Theater Troupe would like to thank everybody who came to see Mary Poppins and invites you to come in Novem-

ber to see Aladdin JR, and then in April 2018 for Little Women.

For up to the minute news check out https://nazarethsports.wordpress.com/.

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HELP WANTED APPLIANCE DELIVERY HELPER Large, heavy household items. Two-man team. No phone calls please. Apply in person Mon. through Fri. from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Ralph’s Appliance at 150 South Main Street Nazareth, PA. (4/13) BREWERY ASSOCIATES Local brewery in Breinigsville seeking production workers. $12/hr, temp to hire opportunity.

All shifts available. Contact Katie at HTSS: 610-432-4161 ext.

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(4/13) CIGARS INTERNATIONAL FORKLIFT OPEN HOUSE Full-time high reach/cherry picker. Night shift. Six months’ exp. HTSS is accepting applications at Cigars International: 1911 Spillman Drive Bethlehem, PA on Thursday, April 13 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

(4/13) DRIVERS: NEW LOCAL & REGIONAL QUAKERTOWN, PA OPENINGS Sign-On Bonus & guaranteed weekly minimum pay of $1,100.00! Paid vacations, holidays, sick days! Medical, dental, life, 401k with company match! Dedicated Lanes, late model equipment, private fleet.

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(4/20) FORKLIFT 25 full-time second and third shift positions available near Whitehall and Fogelsville. $13 to $13.75/hr. Email akusler@ htss-inc.com or call 610-4324161 ext. 33.

(4/13) HIGH REACH/ CHERRY PICKERS Full-time, temp to perm positions available Wednesday through Saturday, 5:30 p.m. to 4 a.m. Must have six months exp. $12-$15/hr, South Bethlehem.

Contact Chelsea at HTSS: 610432-4161 ext. 24.

(4/13) HVAC Fulltime day shift position available near Emmaus. Candidate must have a minimum of two years experience with Industrial and Residential HVAC. Pay based on experience.

Email resume to akusler@htssinc.com or call Arlyce 610-4324161 ext. 33.

(4/13) JANITOR Part-time position available near Fogelsville. Work Mon.Fri., 3 to 7 p.m. $12-$13/hr. based on exp. Email resume to: akusler@htss-inc.com or call 610-432-4161 ext. 33.

(4/13) PRODUCTION Plastic bottling company in Bethlehem. FT/PT. 12-hour shifts. Rotational schedule. $10.50-$11/hr. Contact Desiree at HTSS: 610-432-4161 ext. 36.

(4/13) SEASONAL WORK Now hiring packers for seasonal jobs in Nazareth. First shift. $10/hr. Jobs will start April 10. Contact Lori at HTSS: 610432-4161 ext. 21 or apply online at ww.htss-inc.com.

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SHIPPING CLERKS Full-time positions avail.

Second and third shifts at Behr Paint. $13.75/hr. + $2 hr. yearend bonus. Warehouse experience required. Email resume to akusler@htss-inc.com or call 610-432-4161 ext. 33.

(4/13) SUMMER HELP Temporary help in the maintenance department, primarily mowing grass and maintaining Township Parks. Hours will be Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Applicants need to be a minimum of 18 years old and have a valid Pa. driver’s license.

Send resumes or obtain applications at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building, 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, Pa. 18088. Township residents preferred. Deadline to submit is April 20, 2017.

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COMING EVENTS HUGE YARD SALE Friday/Saturday, MAY 5-6, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

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Hilda Mae Parsons, Also known as Hilda M. Parsons c/o Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (3/30-4/13) HEARING NOTICE The Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors will hold a special hearing on Tuesday, April 25, 2017, at 6:00 p.m. to consider the request by Turkey Hill, L.P. (Applicant) for approval of an inter-municipal transfer of a Restaurant Liquor License.

Applicant proposes to transfer liquor license #R-13798 from Michael Billetz, 30 Main Street, Freemansburg Borough to Turkey Hill L.P. at 4205 Lehigh Drive, Lehigh Township. The proposed liquor license transfer is for a proposed store/restaurant at 4205 Lehigh Drive, Lehigh Township. The hearing is open to the public and will be held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building, 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, Pa. Alice A. Rehrig, Manager (4/6 & 4/13) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of SIMON C. BANDZI, JR., deceased, late of 743 Washington Street, Walnutport, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, Letters Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the Decedent to make the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to: Executrix: Karen L. Bandzi Address: 743 Washington Street Walnutport, PA 18088

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Estate of Sarah L. Baltz, late of the Borough of Nazareth, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased.

WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Hilda Mae Parsons, also known as Hilda M. Parsons, Executrix of the Estate of Sarah L. Baltz.

All persons indebted to the said estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to

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PUBLIC NOTICE-LEGAL ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Ronald A. Petskus, late of the Township of East Allen, County of Northampton, and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Letters Testamentary on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons indebted to the estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims against to present them in writing without delay to the Attorney noted below.

Christine A. Hoser 3400 W. Walker Road Walnutport, PA 18088 Executrix DANIEL G. SPENGLER, ESQUIRE 110 East Main Street Bath, PA 18014 Attorney for the Estate (3/30-4/13)

Or to her Attorney:Joshua D. Shulman, Esquire SHULMAN & SHABBICK 1935 Center Street Northampton, PA 18067 (4/6-4/20) LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Mr. BBQ911, LCC, having its registered office at 835 Ward Drive, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, 18067, has filed a Certificate of Organization of Domestic Limited Liability Company with the Department of State of the purpose of creating a limited liability company under the Limited Liability Company Law of 1994, P.L. 703, No. 106.

The limited liability company is Mr. BBQ911, LLC. Attorney John L. Obrecht 1731 Main Street Northampton, PA 18067-1544 (4/13)

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Sealed Proposals will be received by the Borough Secretary of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton county, Pennsylvania, at the Borough Building, 134 S. Main St., until 4 p.m. prevailing time, Thursday April 27, 2017 for furnishing the 2017 MAINTAINENCE AND ROAD MATERIALS. Bids will be opened and read aloud at 6 p.m., that same day, at the Borough Council Chambers, 159 W. Center St., Nazareth, Pa. All available information covering the furnishing this equipment, including a list of accessories, can be secured from Mr. Robert J. Reimer, Public Works Superintendent (610-759-0401) or the office of the Borough Engineer, Albert R. Korte P.E. of Keystone Consulting Engineers, 2870 Emrick Boulevard, Bethlehem, Pa 18020.

Bids are to be submitted in duplicate, accompanied by a properly certified check drawn to the order of the Borough of Nazareth, or a Bid Bond in the amount of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00).

The successful bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond with corporate surety in the amount of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) within twenty (20) days of the award, guaranteeing compliance with the specifications, and delivery within the time specified by the bidder in his bid. Bids should be plainly marked “BID FOR 2017 MAINTENANCE AND ROAD MATERIALS.” The Borough of Nazareth reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

Sealed Proposals will be received by the Borough Secretary of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton county, Pennsylvania, at the Borough Building, 134 S. Main St., until 4 p.m. prevailing time, Thursday April 27, 2017 for furnishing the 2017 Rental Equipment. Bids will be opened and read aloud at 6 p.m., that same day, at the Borough Council Chambers, 159 W. Center St., Nazareth, Pa. All available information covering the furnishing this equipment, including a list of accessories, can be secured from Mr. Robert J. Reimer, Public Works Superintendent (610-759-0401) or the office of the Borough Engineer, Albert R. Korte P.E. of Keystone Consulting Engineers, 2870 Emrick Boulevard, Bethlehem, Pa 18020, 610-8654555.

Bids are to be submitted in duplicate, accompanied by a properly certified check drawn to the order of the Borough of Nazareth, in the amount of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00).

The successful bidder will be required to furnish a certified check in the amount of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) within twenty (20) days of the award, guaranteeing compliance with the specifications, and delivery within the time specified by the bidder in his bid. Bids should be plainly marked “BID FOR 2017 RENTAL EQUIPMENT.” The Borough of Nazareth reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

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Paul Kokolus Borough Secretary/Treasurer Nazareth Borough Council (4/13)

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LOWER NAZARETH TOWNSHIP ANNUAL AUDIT AND FINANCIAL REPORT DECEMBER 31, 2016 FUND EQUITY, JANUARY 1, 2016

$

16,319,039

REVENUES General Fund Special Revenue Funds Capital Projects Funds Debt Service Fund Enterprise Funds Fiduciary Funds TOTAL REVENUES

4,607,914 693,877 1,366,883 132,577 121,569 235,016 7,157,836

EXPENDITURES General Fund Special Revenue Funds Capital Projects Funds Debt Service Fund Enterprise Funds Fiduciary Funds TOTAL EXPENDITURES

4,261,722 394,027 462,070 132,577 28,653 24,388 5,303,437

FUND EQUITY, DECEMBER 31, 2016

$

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Reminder: apply to become a Borough of Bath Junior Council Member

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borough. One winner will be selected to act as the council’s junior member and will be invited to sit in on council meetings throughout the duration of next school year, from September until June.

Students who wish to participate must be a resident of Bath and must submit their essays no later than June 30, 2017. Essays can be mailed to the attention of either Councilwoman BearHeckman or Mayor Fiorella Mirabito at the Bath Municipal

Publication Date: June 8 Deadline Date: May 31

Where?

The above statements have been compiled from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Municipal Annual Audit and Financial Report for 2016. Copies of the complete audit report are available for examination at the Township Office.

By KERI LINDENMUTH High school and college students who are interested in learning about their local legislature, are interested in working alongside local representatives, or are simply seeking ways to build their resumes now have the opportunity to join the Borough of Bath Council as a junior member.

Students are invited to submit a 100 word essay to the Borough of Bath outlining the ways they would improve the

Who?

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STATEMENT OF ASSETS, LIABILITIES AND FUND EQUITY DECEMBER 31, 2016 ASSETS Cash and Investments Collection Equipment Assets General Fixed Assets Other Assets Amount to be Provided for Retirement of General Long-Term Debt

When?

Building, 215 E. Main Street, Bath, Pennsylvania 18014.

Digital copies of students’ essays can also be emailed to either Councilwoman Bear-Heckman at checkman@boroughofbath. org or Mayor Mirabito at mayor@boroughofbath.org.

There is no better way to make a difference in your community than by getting involved in the decisions that affect it, so students are highly encouraged to apply.

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Dogs especially like to find your kids’ Easter baskets filled with candy, dyed Easter eggs and toys. Even the grass in the basket can be problematic if your cat or dog decides to eat some of it along with the jellybeans. Let us not forget the fuzzy stuffed chicks, duckies and bunnies that Fluffy or Fido might think were bought just for them. These toys were not designed to be chewed on or played with by your dog and will be nothing but a mess of stuffing that could be swallowed. We all know chocolate is not good for your pet, so keep those chocolate bunnies out of your pets reach. The darker the chocolate, the more theobromine, and caffeine are in the candy. Depending on the amount of chocolate and the size of your dog, varying levels of health risks can occur. They can experience severe digestive upset, seizures and death. If you suspect your pet has gotten into any “Easter contraband” contact your veterinarian immediately. If your veterinarian is not available, call your local emergency clinic a.s.a.p. for advice.