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Pictured from left to right: Nickol Tews of the Quota Club, Tom Unger and Maria Wescoe with Northampton Regional EMS, and Anita Achey and Pricilla Koch with the Quota Club. By HOME NEWS STAFF The Quota Club of Northampton recently donated to the Northampton Regional EMS. They donated hoagie vouch-
ers for Galyean’s Deli to every staff member, bottled water and snacks. The Quota Club has been dedicated to serving the hearing impaired, as well as women and
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In re-vote, Bath Council Once again votes to cancel Spuds & Suds planning By KERI LINDENMUTH During the Borough of Bath Council meeting on Monday, April 5, representatives from the Chamber of Commerce and several borough business owners presented their case for moving forward with Spuds and Suds in 2021. The popular event was canceled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and in March of this year, council voted to pause all planning, thus indicating that the event would be postponed for a second year until the pandemic passes. During April’s meeting, the Chamber returned and maintained that they could hold an event that wasn’t only fun, but safe. However, a majority of
council still believed it was “too soon” to plan such a large-scale event. In a re-vote, they rejected a motion to continue planning with five against planning and two in favor of. “Four school districts have canceled classes because of COVID cases,” said Councilman Barry Fenstermaker. “I do not know where people think this thing is getting better. I see it getting worse.” “Epidemiologists say there is going to be a third and fourth wave,” he continued. “Those strains are coming [and] I’m worried.” Before the deciding vote, Terry DeGroot, Co-Chair of the Spuds and Suds committee, presented
a new festival plan that would expand the event’s area by 60 percent. The event would take up more space, but be smaller in scope, allowing musicians, vendors, and attendees to spread out. He added that hand washing stations and restrooms would be available, along with PPE. Omega Security would also be present to enforce mask-wearing and social distancing. The Chamber has relied on this security company at their other events in Nazareth, Northampton, and Catasauqua. DeGroot even went as far as to suggest that the event could be moved out of the borough altogether. The Chamber had Continued on page 2
Ms. Seidel in her Cherryville Gift Shop, 1950. Photo courtesy of Larry Oberly. In today’s column we will look at some samples of Betty’s work and visit Seidel’s Cherryville Hotel, later Betty Seidel’s Gift Shop in photos. We’ll also view an ad for an old Cherryville business. If you’re interested in learning more, history of Lehigh Township can be found in the Lehigh Township Historical Society’s Eisenhower Birthday Plate, 1953. book, “Images of America: Le- Photo courtesy of Larry Oberly. high Township 2002.” In two weeks we will again 80th Year, Issue No. 14 look at the 1931 Northampton High School Ampitennian and www.homenewspa.com the artwork of one of the art editors who became famous on the gridiron- I wonder who?! Additional photographs on Page 11 USPS 248-700
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recently approached East Allen Township, he said. But while the neighboring township could serve as a possible host, “we want to have the event and want to have it in Bath.” Several borough business owners were also present and asked council to reconsider, afraid that
losing the event this year could mean losing it for good. Kevin Lewis, owner of Caravan Cigar Company, said that the business got its start in the borough thanks to Spuds and Suds and relies on the event’s regular customers who may not usually stop by the store at other points in the year. “This [event] really gives them the opportunity to experience Bath as a whole,” he said. He added that his business struggled without the profits
from Spuds and Suds. The owners of Mattie’s Strudel Haus and Red Wolf Bar & Grille also echoed his sentiments, adding that the event would be a morale boost for business owners and residents alike. Bobby Siegfried, a Bath resident who has helped plan the event since its inception, said he usually errs on the side of science and caution but believes an outdoor event is safe. He added that the smaller event would give more attention to local musicians and that a ticketing system could
www.HomeNewsPA.com even be put into place to ensure no one area becomes too crowdyour town is alarming to me,” he ed. Not all residents, however, were continued. “Only because you in favor of moving forward with did such a great job of protecting the event. Jimmy Pasquariello, your citizens.” He added that he speaks as President of the Bath Social Hall, someone who has been trying was one of them who spoke out. to safely plan events for the past It was earlier in March that the social hall hosted a COVID-19 year and “it is impossible.” When it came time for a vote, vaccine clinic. council agreed with Pasquariello. “It was a lovely thing,” he told Councilmembers Fenstercouncil, thanking Mayor Fiorella Mirabito for her work in plan- maker, Michele Ehrgott, Phyllis ning the clinic. “Seeing people Andrews, Tony Kovalovsky, and with tears in their eyes, welling Frank Hesch voted once again to up, knowing they’re going to cancel planning. Councilmemmake it because they got a shot.” bers Mark Saginario and Carol “[But] to have this event in Continued on page 3
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Northampton Borough Council approves Requests, discusses bids By CHRISTINA SANTO The Northampton Borough Council met on April 1 to approve requests and discuss routine township business. VFW Post 4714 commander Larry Schlittler and quartermaster Bruce Miller presented the Northampton Borough Police Department with a $5,000 donation for the purchase of body cameras and other related equipment. Additionally, the post will be moving once again to 2650 Howertown Road, Suite 3; their new location is outside the borough, but Schlitter said the post will still be active in the community. Next, council addressed bids for road materials and disposal of dewatered sewer sludge. New Enterprise Stone & Lime Company was the only bidder for road-paving materials and was awarded the bid. Borough Manager LeRoy Brobst read off a vari-
ety of prices for materials by the ton both at the company’s plant and delivered to the borough for council’s reference. The dewatered sewer sludge bid was awarded to Waste Management, the lowest responsible bidder, for a 5-year contract. Both bids are pending the legal review of the borough solicitor, while the sewer sludge bid also needs the review of Gilmore & Associates. Borough council approved the resignation of full-time police officer Ryan Grube, effective March 19. John Shoemaker was hired as a full-time officer to fill Grube’s position. He was originally hired as a part-time officer at council’s January 21 meeting, and was recommended for the position by police chief Bryan Kadingo. Finally, council approved chief Kadingo’s request to allow patrolman Erik Schaffer to attend a three-day training
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course on criminal interdiction in Chambersburg; the information learned at this course can be passed along to other department members. Barre3 Lehigh Valley will hold a 45-minute class on Saturday, May 12 in the Municipal Park to introduce themselves. Council approved their request to use the bandshell on that date; however, there will be a minimum charge of $150 since Barre3 is not a non-profit or a borough entity. Council also approved the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce’s request to use the borough’s van trailer for the Catasauqua Street Fest on Saturday, April 10. The next borough council meeting will be held on Thursday, April 15 at 7:30 p.m. in the municipal building. The potential stormwater management fee
program discussed at the March 18 meeting will be explored further; both council members and borough residents will have the opportunity to express their opinions and ask questions.
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Bear-Heckman voted to continue. The case numbers, proclaimed Bear-Heckman, are headed in the right direction, and should not warrant cancellation so soon. “Despite a disappointing outcome, we are looking forward to planning more events in the future that are safe and that spotlight our wonderful small business community!” says Jessica O’Donnell, EVP Affiliated Chambers of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce.
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Although this debate had two starkly opposing sides, President Saginario thanked everyone for their respect toward each other. And one thing was certain, at least in the mind of one councilmember who voted to cancel planning for this year: Regardless of whether a similar event is held in a neighboring township, it will never be Spuds and Suds. “This is a Bath event...Spuds and Suds stays in Bath. That is where it started and that is where it stays,” said Councilman Fenstermaker. Like Fenstermaker, Mayor Mirabito asks that the event remain in the Borough. “I am incredibly saddened that Spuds will not happen again this year...and, hope the Greater Bath Area Chamber/Lehigh Valley Chamber will respect my request to keep it in the Borough of Bathwhere it was founded. I pray this nightmare we are all living in will be behind us and we can make Spuds and Suds 2022 even bigger and better,” said Mirabito.
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Creek cleanup, recycling Event, and yoga in the park all Coming to Bath By KERI LINDENMUTH Spring is in the air and with the warm weather comes several exciting events to the Borough of Bath and its neighboring municipalities. The first will be an opening day celebration for the Bath-Allen Youth Club’s baseball team. Eric Miller, president of the club, was present at the Borough of Bath Council’s April 5 meeting to promote the event, talk about the club’s third season, and gift each member of council a custom gaiter. The club missed its second season due to COVID but has since expanded to 98 children across
eight different teams. “We are having a successful start to our season,” Miller said. Regular-season games will start at the end of April, though the schedule is not finalized. An opening day celebration will be held on Saturday, May 8 at Howertown Park. Residents are invited to attend, where they can watch some games, take photos of the team, and try their luck at different basket raffles. During the meeting, Miller also received a surprise donation of $500 from Mayor Fiorella Mirabito’s Mayor’s Fund. This money is raised through donations given during marriage ceremo-
nies that the mayor conducts. “You have done an amazing job resurrecting this program for children,” said Mayor Mirabito. “I’m very happy that you stepped up to the plate.” “It’s gonna go a long way with us,” Miller said, accepting the donation. “[It will help] provide the nicer [equipment] for the kids… [COVID] has really hit most of them the hardest.” Another event residents of the borough can look forward to is a Monocacy Creek Cleanup on Saturday, May 15, from 9 a.m. until noon at Keystone Park. The cleanup is held by the Monocacy Creek Watershed Association.
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Councilman Frank Hesch has partnered with the association and become a liaison for the borough. He hopes the cleanup can be held twice per year. Later this spring and summer, yoga in the park will also make a return to Ciff Cowling Field. Yoga will be held on Wednesday evenings from 6 until 7 p.m. and Saturday mornings from 8:30 until 9:30 a.m. Anyone who wishes to attend does not have to preregister. They can simply drop by with their yoga mat. A small drop-in fee will be collected at the sessions. Finally, on June 12, an electronic recycling event will be held at the borough’s municipal building. The event will also be open to residents of Chapman and East Allen Township. In other news, some aesthetic improvements are also being made to the borough. The borough’s welcome sign on Route 329 will be moved to a more appropriate and visible spot. Meanwhile, universal blue and white parking signs will be installed throughout the borough that will direct visitors to public parking lots. Finally, new historic district signs are being erected throughout the historic district. The artwork on the signs was created by Councilwoman Carol Bear-Heckman and pulls from the district’s unique architectural features.
CDC-recognized Symptoms no Longer required To receive a COVID-19 test at Drive-through site Submitted by BECKY BARTLETT Lamont McClure and Lehigh Valley Hospital-Coordinated Health Allentown Hospital (LVH-CHA) announced that, beginning April 5, any Northampton County resident or individual employed by a Northampton County business will no longer have to report CDC-recognized symptoms before receiving a COVID-19 test at the drive-through site in Bethlehem Township. “The recent spike in COVID-19 infections in Northampton County is alarming,” says Lamont McClure. “We are expanding this testing to include asymptomatic people in the hope that we can keep them home while they are infectious and slow the spread of the virus.” The drive-through testing site is located at Coordinated Health, 3100 Emrick Boulevard, Bethlehem, PA. Hours of operation are: Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday/Thursday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. The site is open to everyone, but only residents of Northampton County will have the cost of testing covered by the County if they do not have health coverage. All testing will be through HNL Lab Medicine unless insurance
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3-vehicle crash in Lehigh Township On Wednesday, March 31, Lehigh Township Police investigated a three-vehicle crash on Route 248 at Timberline Road. At approximately 12:47 p.m., a brown Honda Civic, driven by Sharon Tiwold of Lehigh Township, was traveling east on 248, attempting to turn left onto Timberline Road. A red Subaru Forester, driven by Ashley Balliet of Andreas, Pa. rear-ended the Honda, and traveled into the oncoming lane of 248 and collided head-on with a white Ford Escape, driven by Anthony Stehly of Nazareth. Sharon Balliet was cited for careless driving and operating a vehicle with expired inspections. No injuries requiring treatment were reported. The Honda Civic and Ford Escape had to be towed from the scene. 2-vehicle crash, Rt. 248 and Walnut Dr. On Wednesday, March 31, Lehigh Township Police investigated a two-vehicle crash on Route 248 at Walnut Drive. At approximately 12:51 hours a white Chevrolet pickup truck, driven by Waynard Neff of Danielsville, entered SR 248 from Walnut Drive. Neff’s vehicle was struck by a black Chevrolet Silverado pickup traveling westbound on SR 248, driven by Robert Andraukaitis of Danielsville. Neff was transported to St. Luke’s Hospital, Fountain Hill with serious injuries. Andraukaitis was transported to St. Luke’s with undisclosed injuries. Both vehicles were towed from the scene. The crash is still under investigation. Anyone with information regarding the crash should call Sgt. John Henry, 610-760-8800. Crash on Lehigh Dr., Lehigh Twp. On Wednesday, March 31, Lehigh Township investigated a one-vehicle crash on SR 248 (4176 Lehigh Drive). A brown Chrysler 200, operated by Chase Degeneste of Nazareth left the roadway and struck the house at 4176 Lehigh Drive. The crash is still under investigation. No injuries were reported. Continued on page 5
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Theft items from vehicle Some time between March 26 and March 29 in the area of Bentwood Circle in East Allen Township, two fog lights on the victim’s vehicle were stolen while parked in his driveway. DUI crash alcohol On March 20, a two-vehicle collision occurred on US22W/ Nazareth Pike. The operator of unit 1 was found to be under the influence of alcohol and was arrested. Theft items from vehicle On March 13, members of the PSP were dispatched to Caulfield’s Family Auto in Bath. Upon arrival, contact was made with Daniel Lavan inside the dealership. Lavan related that a Subaru Impreza STI “adjustable wing” was stolen from a vehicle parked in the parking lot. Upon review of the surveillance video, a white two-door sedan was seen parked in front of the vehicle with an unidentifiable actor removing the “adjustable wing,” which is valued at $2,000.
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drivers and aides while growing the Corps' customer base with area nursing facilities and rehab centers. Currently, the Nazareth Ambulance Corps services the Borough of Nazareth, Gracedale, several of the region's nursing and assisted living facilities, Upper Nazareth Township and provides mutual aid to six other area ambulance corps. The Corps is located at 519 Seip Avenue in the borough, has a current staff of 40 employees and is hiring additional staff. Employment opportunities exist and interested applicants are welcome to call 610-759-5422 or appear in person at the Corps headquarters.
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was then served on Leichliter and he was taken to Northampton County Prison.
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This is not indicative of current crash trends in Lehigh Township. Crashes are down approximately 40 percent this year so far and have been down over 35 percent for the past three years with no fatal crashes since the inception of Vision Zero.
Terroristic threats, etc. in Bethlehem Colonial Regional Police were dispatched to 2130 Schoenersville Road for a disturbance. Police were then advised that 45-year-old Troy Leichliter of Easton had threatened another male while holding a knife in his hand and waving it at the face and neck of the other male. Troy Leichliter left the location before police arrival. An arrest warrant was obtained through DJ Vivian Zumas. That arrest warrant
DUI on view drugs On March 9, multiple traffic violations were observed and a traffic stop was initiated on US22E/Bath Pike. The operator of the vehicle, 46-year-old Johnnie Johnson of Bethlehem, was found to be DUI and was arrested. Crash in Allen Twp. On April 4, a 2007 Harley Sportster was traveling too fast on West Bullshead Road in Allen Township. The Sportster left the roadway due to its speed and struck a tree 50 feet south of West Bullshead Road at initial impact. The Sportster sustained disabling front end damage consistent to the crash. The operator was not injured.
Crash on Sappho Cody Lane, Allen Twp. On March 26 a crash occurred on Sappho Cody Lane in Allen Township, a private one-laned, black top driveway that flows in a north and south direction. On the east and west sides, there are grassy shoulders and fences. A Chevy S10 was traveling northbound when the operator lost control and traveled off the roadway onto the grass shoulder. The unit continued and collided with a wooden fence. The driver advised she was traveling down the driveway when a branch flew in front of her window. She said
she got scared and attempted to avoid the branch and veered off the roadway, striking the fence. She said she was not injured. Simple assault On March 13, troopers were dispatched to the area of Route 22 and Airport Road for a report of an active domestic occurring in a silver four-door sedan. While looking for the vehicle, troopers were flagged down by a witness in their vehicle. Troopers stopped behind the witness who advised where the vehicle was. Troopers initiated a traffic stop. Contact was made with the driver and the passenger. Troopers observed the passenger, a 33-year-old female from Catty, to have blood all over their mouth, face, lips and shirt. Blood was observed on the rear driver side door of the vehicle as well as on the driver’s face and pants. The operator of the vehicle, a 40-year-old man from Allentown, was placed under arrest for simple assault. Traffic Enforcement results Lehigh Township Police coor-
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dinated enforcement with Walnutport Police Department to conduct a traffic enforcement detail on April 6. During this detail, West Mountain View Drive was targeted along with Main Street in Walnutport Borough. Both enforcement details were approximately 1.5 miles apart. During this detail Lehigh Township Police issued 51 traffic citations and Walnutport Borough Police issued 32 citations. Funding for this detail was provided by PennDOT’s Aggressive Driver Enforcement. The Pa State Police also conducted enforcement as well during this time on SR248. Lehigh Township Police Department is committed to reducing traffic collisions on our roadways. We have implemented a vision zero goal. For more information on Lehigh Township’s Vision Zero plan, which incorporates, education, enforcement and engineering visit: https://lehightownshipvisionzero.weebly. com/
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I hope everyone enjoyed their Easter! We were lucky with nice weather and it wasn’t too windy. We’ve had gorgeous weather all week so far and the temperatures are rising. Unfortunately because of the temps flip flopping so much, it looks like the poor magnolia trees aren’t going to bloom. I always look forward to the two weeks or so where the magnolias are opened and beautiful...Monday was the beginning of Phase 1B opening up for COVID vaccines. If you’re in Phase 1A or 1B and looking for places to get the vaccine, I know that LVHN has some open appointments, just call 833-584-6283 to schedule your appointment; they’ve opened up two additional locations to administer the vaccines; they’re in the old AC Moore building in Whitehall and also in the former Sears in the Northampton Crossings shopping center in Palmer Township...They made the decision to cancel Spuds and Suds again this year, lotsa conflicting feelings about that. Northampton Street Fair is slated for Saturday, May 22 so that’s something to look forward to. Some of the local carnivals/fairs are going to take place as well, at least as of right now... If you like Carl’s Corner in Beth-
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FAQs for May 18 Primary Election Submitted by BECKY BARTLETT The Elections Office is providing a list of answers to frequently asked questions for Northampton voters for the Primary Election on May 18, 2021. What will be on the ballot? County-wide offices, candidates for municipal offices, state judges, magisterial judgeships, a County-wide Home Rule Charter amendment and four stateside ballot measures: Equal Rights Regardless of Race or Ethnicity Amendment, Emergency Declarations Amendment, Legislative Resolution to Extend or Terminate Emergency Declaration Amendment and Making Municipal Fire and Emergency Medical Services Companies Eligible for Loans. Who can vote in the Primary Election? Registered Democrats and Republicans can vote for candidates running on their party’s ticket. All registered voters can vote on the County-wide Home Rule Charter amendment, stateside ballot measures or referendum questions.
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he Northampton VFW Post 4714 Honor Guard provides military honors at all veteran funerals, memorial services and celebrations of life, as requested by the families. The ceremony exemplifies the ceremonial paying of respect and the final demonstration of the county’s gratitude to those who, in times of war and peace, have faithfully defended our nation. Our Honor Guard, like many other veteran organizations, are ageing and are experiencing dwindling participation. The VFW Honor Guard feels strongly that all honorably discharged veterans deserve respect and should receive a final honor from a grateful nation. On the battlefield, the military pledges to leave no soldier behind. As a nation, let it be our pledge that when they return home, we leave no veteran behind and grant them a respectful and meaningful farewell.
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fires and outdoor cooking are dependent upon current fire conditions and not permitted when Wildfire Danger Ratings are High or above. Visitors are encouraged to check the fire condition maps before engaging in these activities and are reminded that campfires are prohibited on state forest lands from March 1 to May 25 regardless of conditions. With the spring gobbler season opening in the coming weeks, Dunn urged hunters and other woodlands visitors to be especially careful with campfires amid dry vegetation. The need to guard against wildfires increases each year as more Continued on page 15
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Looking by Back Ed Pany Photos from top to bottom: David W. Deiter Foundry and Machine Shop. Photo courtesy of Larry Hillborn; Ms. Seidel chats with Postmaster Edith Johnson at the Cherryville Post Office in 1950. Photo courtesy of Larry Oberly; In this 1942 photo, Jack Seidel, far left; Helen, third from right; and Harry, second from right, gather with friends at Seidel's Cherryville Hotel. Photo courtesy of Larry Oberly.
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Butch Holland Sr 657 (236-206-215) George Hyde 540 (213) Bill Bachman 517 Keith Weaver 513 Daku Auto Body (3) Al Davidson 708 (266-248) Marc Beichey 627 (203-246) Bob Daku 619 (231-201) Scott Bortz 579 Bob Faustner 541 (213) Bath Supply #2 (1) Brandon Zellner 730 (257-217256) Ed Musselman 628 (255)
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Standings W L Graver Farms 29.5 10.5 G&L Sign Factory 23 17 Holy Family 22 18 Liberty Recycling 21 19 D&R Precision Mac. 20 20 Fensty’s Restoration 18.5 21.5 Taylor Honey 14 26 WTF 12 28
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Federal REAL ID Enforcement Begins Oct. 1, 2021 PennDOT has Surpassed 1 million Optional REAL IDCompliant driver’s Licenses, ID cards Submitted by SEAN BROWN With only six months left un-
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til the federal enforcement of REAL ID begins for commercial domestic air travel and other federal purposes, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is reminding Pennsylvania residents who want a REAL ID-compliant driver’s licenses and photo ID cards to gather their needed documents as soon as possible to ensure they leave plenty of time to get their REAL ID before the federal enforcement date. To date PennDOT has issued approximately 1.1 million REAL ID products. REAL ID is a federal law that affects how states issue driver's licenses and ID cards if they are going to be acceptable for federal purposes, such as boarding a domestic flight or entering a federal building that requires federally acceptable ID upon entry. A federally acceptable form of identification (whether it's a Pennsylvania REAL ID driver's license or ID card, a valid U.S. Passport/ Passport Card, a military ID, etc.) must be used for these purposes on and after Oct. 1, 2021. There is no requirement that any resident obtain a REAL ID; PennDOT continues to offer standard-issue driver's licenses and photo IDs. “Although October may seem far away right now, we encourage our customers who want a REAL ID to get one as soon as Continued on page 14
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UPCOMING EVENTS DESIGNER PURSE BINGO Benefits the 113th Northern Lehigh Halloween Parade. Sunday, May 23 at the Slatington Skeet Club Pavilion. Seating begins at noon, bingo starts at 1 p.m. $25 admission includes 20 regular games, 5 specials and door prize. Additional boards and dabbers available at the door. BYOB. Food available by PFG Pizza. Call 484-225-2714 or 610-762-6460 for tickets. (4/8) DESIGNER PURSE RAFFLE FUNDRAISER Sunday, May 16 from noon to 4 p.m. at the East Allen Twp. Vol. Fire Dept., 5354 Nor-Bath Blvd., (Rt. 329) Northampton. $5 to enter. Raffle tickets available at the event. For more info: 610-767-7140. (4/8)
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PUBLIC NOTICE-LEGAL ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Linda M. Steirer, late of the Borough of Bath, 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. Steven John Yost, Jr. 724 Fir Drive Walnutport, PA 18088 Executor DANIEL G. SPENGLER, ESQUIRE SPENGLER BROWN LAW OFFICES 110 East Main Street Bath, PA 18014 Attorney for the Estate (3/25-4/8) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Louis S. Minotti, Jr. Deceased, late of the borough of Pen Argyl, Northampton County, Pennsylvania. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the Decedent to make known the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to Rosemarie C. Minotti ℅ John E. Kotsatos, Esquire, 717 Washington Street, Easton, PA 18042. (4/1-4/15) PUBLIC NOTICE The public is hereby notified that the Board of Supervisors of Moore Township shall hold a public meeting on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 commencing at 6:00 p.m. at the Moore Township Recreation Center pavilion, 635 English Road, Bath, PA 18014 for the purpose of enacting the following Ordinance which is summarized below. Copies of the complete text of the Ordinance are available at Moore Township Municipal Building and The Home News and may be examined during regular business hours. AN ORDINANCE ENACTED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MOORE TOWNSHIP, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDING THE MOORE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE, ORDINANCE NO. 2011-1, ADOPTED FEBRUARY 10, 2011, AS CODIFIED AT CHAPTER 200 AND AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, BY ADDING THE USE AND TERM “SHORT TERM RENTAL” AND PROVIDING REGULATIONS FOR THE SAME. All Ordinances and parts of
Ordinances inconsistent with the act shall be repealed. David M. Backenstoe, Esquire Solicitor, Moore Township 148 Main Street Hellertown, PA 18055 (4/8 & 4/22) BIDS WANTED LEHIGH TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Sealed proposals will be received online only via the PennBid Program by the Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors, Northampton County until May 6, 2021, for the following contracts. Bidders may bid on one or both of the contracts: Contract 1, Approx 34,674 sq. yards Single seal coat in place on certain roads within Lehigh Twp. Bids will be received until 9:00 a.m. and opened at 9:05 a.m. Contract 2. Approx 27,701 sq. yards in place on certain roads in Lehigh Twp. Bids will be received until 9:30 a.m. and opened at 9:35 a.m. This contract is subject to prevailing wage rates. Bidding documents are available online at no cost at www. PennBid.net Bids for both contracts will potentially be awarded at the regular scheduled Supervisor Meeting to be held on May 11, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. 10% Bid bond or certified check must accompany the bids. Successful bidder must submit a performance bond equal to 100% of the proposed project. Lehigh Twp reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, or a portion of a bid based upon budgetary constraints. Alice A. Rehrig, Manager Lehigh Township, Northampton County (4/8 & 4/15)
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Northampton Borough Police Report MARCH 12 Non-reportable accidents in the unit block of E. 21st St. and Main St. and E. 21st St. involving two vehicles. Threats in the 800 block of Main St. A report of a threat made. EMS ambulance assist in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female. Traffic stop in the 100 block of E. 4th St. A traffic stop was conducted. EMS ambulance assist in the 1000 block of Main St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of
a male. MARCH 13 EMS ambulance assist in the 600 block of Buckingham Dr. and the 2200 block of Main St. Officers assist EMS with the transports of males. Juvenile problem in the 500 block of Washington Ave. Report of a juvenile issue. Check person/welfare in the unit block of Lerchenmiller Dr. Request to check the welfare of a male. Harassment in the 800 block of Line Alley. Report of harassment.
Non-reportable accident, W. 21st St. and Center St. involving two vehicles. Traffic stop in the 1500 block of Laubach Ave., the 1500 block of Canal St. and Cherryville Rd. and W. 27th St. Traffic stops were conducted.
Fire call in the 2100 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist Northampton Fire Department.
Vehicle towed in the 1400 block of Main St. Report of a towed vehicle.
Noise complaint in the 100 block of Howertown Rd. Report of loud music.
MARCH 17 Traffic stop in the 300 block of Howertown Rd. A traffic stop was conducted.
PFA violation in the 2100 block of Main St. Report of a PFA violation. Hit and run accident in the 100 block of Held Dr. Report of a legally parked vehicle struck, damage to front quarter panel. Unwanted person in the 500 block of E. 2nd St. Report of an unwanted male. Domestic in the 200 block of W. 27th St. between two females. Check person/welfare in the 800 block of Main St. Request to check the welfare of a male.
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Abandoned vehicle in the 1300 block of Vienna St. and the 200 block of Czapp Alley. Reports of abandoned vehicles towed. Fire call in the 2000 block of Center St. Officers assist Northampton Fire Department.
EMS ambulance assist in the 1700 block of Main St., the 300 block of E. 9th St. and the 1600 block of Washington Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transports of males.
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Suspicious vehicle in the 700 block of E. 18th St. Report of a suspicious vehicle.
Unwanted person in the 2200 block of Main St. Report of an unwanted male.
MARCH 14 Traffic stop in the 1600 block of Canal St. A traffic stop was conducted.
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MARCH 16 Assist person in the 1400 block of Laubach, the 1700 block of Main St. and Washington Ave. and E. 6th St. Officers assist males.
Assist person in the 900 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist a female. EMS ambulance assist in the 100 block of Frank Dr. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female. MARCH 18 Check person/welfare in the 2300 block of Dewey Ave. Request to check the welfare of a male. EMS ambulance assist in the 900 block of Lincoln Ave. and the 100 block of E. 21st St. Officers assist EMS with the transports of females. Fire call in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist Northampton Fire Department. Juvenile problem in the unit block of W. 21st St. Report of a juvenile issue.
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issuance in March 2020 due to COVID-19 out of an abundance of caution and in the interest of public health and resumed issuing REAL IDs in September 2020. Additionally, the federal Department of Homeland Security postponed the enforcement date for REAL ID from Oct. 1, 2020, to Oct. 1, 2021, in response to COVID-19 and the national emergency declaration. "We want to do everything we can to encourage residents interested in applying for a REAL ID to start the process now and be aware of all the proper documentation needed," said Gramian. "This will help ensure our customers have their REAL ID well in advance of the Oct. 1, 2021 deadline." Customers can obtain a REAL ID by presenting documents for verification and processing at any driver license center. Federal regulations require that to be issued a REAL ID-compliant product, PennDOT must verify the below documents: Proof of Identity: Examples include original or certified copy of a birth certificate filed with the State Office of Vital Records/Statistics with a raised seal/embossed or valid, unexpired, U.S. Passport; Proof of Social Security Number: Social security card, in current legal name; Two Proofs of Current, Physical PA Address: Examples include a current, unexpired PA driver's license or identification card, vehicle registration or a utility bill with the same name and address; and Proof of all Legal Name Changes (if current legal name is different than what is reflected on proof of identity document): Examples include a certified marriage certificate(s) issued by the County Court for each marriage, court order(s) approving a change in legal name or amended birth certificate issued by the State Office of Vital Records/Statistics. If current name is the same as what is reflected on proof of identity document (usually birth certificate or passport), a customer does not need to show proof of legal name changes. Customers have three options for obtaining a REAL ID product: Customers may order their REAL ID online if they have been pre-verified and their REAL ID product will be mailed to them within 15 business days; they can visit any PennDOT driver license center that is open for driver license services, have their documents verified and imaged, and their REAL ID product will be mailed to them within 15 business days; or they can visit one of 13 REAL ID Centers and receive their REAL ID product over the counter at the time of service. For a full list of driver license centers and their services, please visit the PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services website, www. dmv.pa.gov. When a customer gets their first REAL ID product, they
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Assist person in the 500 block of Greenview Dr. Officers assist a male. MARCH 15 Disturbance in the 1200 block of Newport Ave. Report of a disturbance.
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possible,” said PennDOT Secretary Yassmin Gramian. “We continue to focus on providing the best possible customer service to all of our customers as the federal deadline approaches.” Based on data from other states offering an optional REAL ID program, PennDOT projected that 1.3 million of its customers would get a REAL ID prior to the federal deadline of October 1, 2021. Having crossed the threshold of issuing 1 million REAL ID-compliant products in December 2020, PennDOT is wellpositioned to reach this target by the federal enforcement deadline. Since March 1, 2019, PennDOT has processed about 5.4 million customers, with more than 1.1 million individuals choosing to opt into the REAL ID program. The remaining 4.3 million have chosen not to participate or use an alternative federally acceptable form of ID come the October deadline. PennDOT paused REAL ID
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Noise complaint in the 300 block of E. 10th St. Report of loud noise.
Saturday 9am - 5pm; 9am - 2pm Abandoned vehicle inSunday the 1600
Charles Chrin EMS ambulance assist in the Center unit block ofCommunity W. 10th St. and the block of Railroad St. Report of an abandoned vehicle towed.
Buy, Sell and Display Knives New, Antique, Factory, Custom, Child custody in the 300 block Forged Knives, Military, of Adriana Ct. Report of a cusHunting & Swords tody issue. 1000 block of Main St. Officers assist EMS with the transports of females.
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will pay a one-time fee of $30, plus the applicable renewal fee (current renewal fee is $30.50 for a four-year non-commercial driver’s license, and $31.50 for a photo ID). The expiration date of their initial REAL ID product will include any time remaining on their existing non-REAL ID product, plus an additional four years, unless the customer is over 65 and has a two-year license. This expiration date structure means that the customer won’t “lose” time that they’ve already paid for. After the initial REAL ID product expires, the customer will pay no additional fee, beyond regular renewal fees, to renew a REAL ID product. REAL ID-compliant products are marked with a gold star in the upper right corner, standardissue (non-compliant) products include the phrase “NOT FOR REAL ID PURPOSES,” per federal regulations. Sample images can be viewed on PennDOT’s website. More information about REAL ID in Pennsylvania, including frequently asked questions and information on documents required for REAL ID, can be found at www.penndot. gov/REALID.
Pennsylvania Libraries Celebrate National Library Week Submitted by ROB LESHER April 4-10, 2021 is National Library Week, a time to highlight the essential role libraries, librarians and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening communities. The theme for this year’s National Library Week is “Welcome to your library,” which promotes the idea that libraries extend far beyond the four walls of a building and that everyone is welcome to use their services. Whether people visit virtually or in person, libraries are accessible and inclusive places that foster a sense of belonging and community through learning, discovery, and exploration. During these challenging times, libraries of all types have been going above and beyond to adapt to our changing world by expanding their resources and continuing to meet the needs of their patrons. Libraries across the country are making a difference in people’s lives by providing electronic learning resources like online homework help and wi-fi access for students and workers who may lack internet access at home. “All types of libraries across Pennsylvania continue to be essential by providing access to important information, services, and programs.” explains Tom
Reinsfelder, 2021 President of the Pennsylvania Library Association. He adds “The Star Library program is a special way the PA Library Association recognizes those libraries that have gone above and beyond in their commitment to promoting and supporting a range of important literacies. I am convinced that libraries are one of the most welcoming places in any community, and the staff working in these libraries are some of the most
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lions fail to protect their dog or cat from heartworm infection. Heartworm is a life-threatening canine parasite transmitted by mosquitoes that affects dogs in all 48 of the contiguous states and Hawaii. While research shows that America's dog owners are familiar with the threat caused by heartworm disease, adherence to the proper administration of traditional heartworm preventatives remains a serious problem for dog owners and veterinarians. A recent survey of 18,000 veterinary clinics nationwide, indicated only 55 percent of U.S. dog-owning households are on a heartworm preventative regimen. Of those dogs who are on a preventative schedule, studies indicate that one in three dog owners missed giving the monthly heartworm prevention dose by more than a month, and 20 percent of those who missed a monthly dose eventually stopped giving the heartworm preventative altogether, leaving their dog vulnerable to potential infection.
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With more dogs and cats testing positive for heartworm infection nationwide, pet owner non-compliance to heartworm prevention creates a serious problem that is putting America's pets at risk. What is Heartworm Disease? Canine heartworm disease is a potentially deadly infection, caused by worms (dirofilaria immitis) that may grow to be 14-inch-long adults. These worms live in the right side of the heart and arteries of the lungs. Dogs of any age and breed are susceptible to infection. Heartworm infection can cause potentially serious damage to these arteries, eventually leading to heart failure, and in severe cases, damage other organs such as the liver and kidneys. In extreme cases, a dog can be infected with several hundred heartworms. Cats are also susceptible to the disease, but do not contribute significantly to spreading the infection. Coinciding with mosquito season, heartworm disease is spread by mosquitoes that become infected with microfilariae while taking a blood meal from an infected dog. The microfilariae mature into the infective larval stage within the mosquito. When the mosquito bites another dog, cat, or susceptible animal, it then passes the larvae into the animal's bloodstream through the bite wound, resulting in heartworm infection. It takes a little over six months for the infective larvae to mature into adult worms that can live for five to seven years in the dog. Heartworm Disease is Preventable Because heartworm disease is completely preventable, the AHS recommends that pet owners take steps now to talk to their veterinarian about how to best protect their pets from this dangerous disease. According to the AHS, heartworm prevention is safe, easy, and inexpensive compared to treating a dog or cat after heartworms have matured into adults. While treatment for heartworm disease is possible, it is a com-
as mosquitos are found in every state, which makes adhering to a strict schedule of preventative treatments necessary for everyone. What are signs of Heartworm in pets? Signs of heartworm disease may include a mild persistent cough, reluctance to exercise, fatigue after moderate activity, decreased appetite, and weight loss. As heartworm disease progresses, pets may develop heart failure and the appearance of a swollen belly due to excess fluid in the abdomen. What is the treatment for Heartworm disease? Adult heartworms are killed using a drug called an adulticide that is injected into the muscle. A series of injections is given by the veterinarian. Treatment may be administered on an outpatient basis, but ordinarily hospitalization is recommended. When the dog is finally sent home, exercise should be limited to leash walking for the duration of the treatment period, which can last from one to two months. This will decrease the risk of blocked blood flow through the lungs by dead worms. The expense of treatment is affected by several factors, such as the cost of the drug, the pre-treatment tests and multiple office visits.
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