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submitted by GLENN KOEHLER The newest cultural institution to join the vibrant SteelStacks campus, the National Museum of Industrial History, opened its doors to the public following a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on August 2 at 10 a.m. A 30-minute program included remarks by museum leadership and other featured guests. Following the ceremony, the museum was open to visitors until 5 p.m. The first 200 visitors to the museum on August 2 received a special, limited-edition commemorative gift.
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“We are privileged to join the robust Lehigh Valley cultural community and poised to forge a connection between America’s industrial past and the innovations of today by educating the public and inspiring the visionaries of
tomorrow,” said L. Charles Marcon, Chairman of the NMIH Board of Directors. “The board and staff are so grateful to those who contributed their financial support, their time and their
expertise as donors, leaders, volunteers, collaborators and counselors.” The National Museum of Industrial History (NMIH), the first Smithsonian Affiliate, is
dedicated to preserving America’s rich industrial heritage. The 18,000 square foot, first-phase of the museum houses four galleries Continued on page 3
Residents voice pros and cons On proposed boro ‘mixed uses’ by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
Bath Borough Council on Monday held a public hearing on amendments to the zoning ordinance. They included terms such as “mixed use,” and “underlyoing zoning district.” It would establish a schedule of permitted use, dimensional requirements for mixed use, accessory uses, conditional uses and special exception uses in a parking overlay district, which is principally the historic
district of the borough. Council President Mark Saginario welcomed the large crowd attending and asked them to state their opinions about the proposals. The views were both pro and con, and Allen George noted at the outset that he is in favor, calling it a “great asset” and beneficial to property owners. One person listed reasons why there should not be an amendment, citing increased traffic, a great lack of parking, and public
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safety. There were questions about businesses on the first floor and apartments on the second floor; how it might affect parking at a church; the distance people have to walk when not finding a parking space; changes in family life in which there are as many as five cars in a family, unlike the past when there was only one. Councilwoman Carol BearHeckman read portions of a letter from the Lehigh Valley Plan-
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ning Commission praising Bath for their “thoughtful and sensible planning” in conforming to a parking overlay district. A property owner claimed the amendment is basically to help one [former] Council person, calling it more of a hassle, and urging Council to “do the right thing.” Atty. Daniel Spengler was told he would not have to go to the zoning hearing board with this Continued on page 4 Landscape Design & Installation Hardscaping – Paver Walkways & Patios Full Line of Excavating Landscape Products – Stone, Mulch & Topsoil Create Your Outdoor Kitchen Oasis today! #PA017086
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Cement Worker of the Month JoAnne Temprine by ED PANY Mrs. JoAnne Temprine was reared in Allentown, graduating from Dieruff High School in 1976. She was captain of the newly formed volleyball squad, which had a great season, ranking number three in the state. She later graduated from Kutztown State College in 1981 with a degree in Business Administration, specializing in Accounting. JoAnne also continued her volleyball skills at Kutztown, recalling, “The school provided me an excellent education for my future endeavors.”
Moving to Philadelphia, she managed the Elaine Powers Fittness Center. Answering a newspaper ad, JoAnne came to Hercules, now Buzzi Unicem, in 1984 and was hired by Elton McGee, head of the HR department. “I was hired in Accounts Receivable, my mentor was Ron Pratowski. Our president at the time was Mr. Bill Rusling, a real gentleman. I also worked in sales credit serving our many loyal customers.” In 1995, Mrs. Temprine became the plant accountant,
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which is currently named plant controller. She said, “I work closely with plant manager Mr. Julio Folhadella and meet with him weekly. In the office I also work with Krista Karasek, they’re all great people.” Each week the office reviews plant costs and annually prepares a plant budget. She spends most of her day on the computer analyzing costs. There is a corporate meeting when all the controllers meet and prepare reports for nine company plants. The Stockertown plant is the oldest, recently observing their 100th Anniversary. JoAnne said, “The job can be stressful and challenging, but I love the plant and people I work with, the company has provided the employees with a good living.” Mrs. Temprine has been married to her husband Louis for 32 years; he is employed by Lehigh Valley Health Network. They are proud of son Daniel, a physical therapist and daughter Tracy, a college student. The friendly couple resides in Laurys Station. JoAnne enjoys both walking and reading in her spare time. Mrs. Temprine has a warm, friendly personality; she’s a dedicated and valued employee at Buzzi Unicem. We wish her and all our friends at the plant continued success and hope to return again to honor their employees next year.
Moore Township Community Days Approaching
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submitted by KAREN GRUBE The regular meeting of the Moore Township Historical Commission was held on July 28. Dick Gable, township supervisor, gave the commission an update of plans for Moore Township Community Days, to be held on August 26 and 27. The historical commission is once again planning to run bus tours of important sites in the township during the celebration. The tours will be held on Saturday, August 27. The times of the tours will be noon, 2 and 4 p.m. The cost of the tour will be $5.00 and children under 12 will be free, but must be accompanied by an adult. The commission has been working on a 2017 picture calendar as a fundraiser. The calendar will include old photos of the township. These calendars will be sold at the tour ticket table during Community Days.
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EVENTS AROUND TOWN
The GETTING OUT section of The Home News is open to events that are FREE for the community to attend and participate in. If you have an event and are not sure if it qualifies for this section, call us at 610-923-0382.We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify. Moore Township Historical Commission- Monthly meeting at 7 p.m., last Wednesday of the month at Moore Twp. Municipal Building, public is welcome. The Atlas Cement Museum- open every second and fourth Sunday of the month now through September 25, 2016. Opening is from 1-3 p.m. Governor Wolf Historical Society Monthly Meeting- 7 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. Northampton County 4-H Fair- August 5, 6 and 7. Northampton County 4-H Center, 777 Bushkill Center Rd., Nazareth. Family fun, good food, displays and animals. 9th Annual Martin on Main- August 6 from 1-7 p.m. on Main St. in Nazareth. Moore Township Community Days- August 26 and 27 at Moore Twp. Rec. Center. Music, fireworks, food, drinks and much more. More info to follow. Spuds and Suds Street Fair- Aug. 27 from 12-8 p.m. Held in Bath. Stay tuned FMI. Bath Community-Wide Yard Sale- Saturday, Sept. 10 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., no permits required that day. FMI call 484860-8884. Northampton Historic Street Fair- Saturday, Sept. 10 at 10 a.m. on Main St., Northampton.
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whose themes showcase stories of local industry and their national global reach. NMIH anticipates an initial audience of more than 50,000 annually, predominantly from the Lehigh Valley region, including 15,000 school children. “In many ways, today’s museum is the new town square, where the diverse members of the community, like yourselves, can come together, men and women, young and elderly, tourist, new resident and those whose families have been here for generations,” said Amy Hollander, NMIH President and CEO. “The National Museum of Industrial History with its unique resources and extraordinary location provides the perfect backdrop to share the stories of American industry.” The museum’s regular hours will be Wednesdays through Sundays, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ticket prices are $12 for adults; $11 for seniors, students, and
veterans with valid identification; and $9 for children ages seven to 17. Children six and under are free. In honor of Musikfest, the Museum will open every day from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. between August 5 and 14. More information can be found at www. nmih.org. About the National Museum of Industrial History A Smithsonian Affiliate, the National Museum of Industrial
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History is dedicated to preserving America’s rich industrial heritage. Restoring a 40,000-square- foot, 100-year- old former Bethlehem Steel facility on the largest private brownfield in America, the museum is home to exciting exhibits, engaging programs and amazing history. For more information on NMIH please visit http://nmih. org or call 610-694- 6644.
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amendment, that a candy store could be opened. He believes the business people favor it. Councilwoman Michele Ehrgott asked how many parking spaces in the present parking lot on W. Northampton St. are not occupied, while another person noted that as many as eight businesses are open later hours. Councilman Mike Reph, also a member of the LVPC, said they go by templates and concepts, and noted that the parking overlay district passed some while back was to draw more businesses into Bath. Jennifer George said nothing happened after the district was established, adding that the borough hasn’t enforced a survey asking landlords how many people live there and how many cars they have. Saginario said Council wanted to hear both sides of the issue. “I’ve heard a lot of dialog and I see a lot of confused faces.” He suggested that Council mull the comments expressed and come back in September for a vote. Council agreed. Saginario again expressed his thanks for the large group of people who came to the meeting and said they are welcome to come back again and again. More hearings Two other hearings were held concerning sidewalks and planting of a tree or trees in a so-called “well.” The locations are at 116 E. Main St., and 108 and 126 S. Chestnut St. It was first asserted that there would need to be a maintenance agreement, one that doesn’t hold the borough liable, and that the proper
species of tree(s) be planted. Mrs. George encouraged an ordinance that would spell out the process. While Saginario said it would take time and cost money, Council agreed that an ordinance would set a standard. “We’re trying to do things by the book,” he said. Other matters • Jim Pasquariello of the Bath Fire Social Hall thanked everyone responsible for making last week’s Dream Come True motorcycle event the overwhelming success that it was. So far, $4,500 has been raised. “The kids are what matters,” he said, “more than anything else.” • Mrs. Heckman, reporting for community development, said the proposed noise ordinance was discussed, along with Founders Day, cleaning up the Siegfried Log Cabin, and a cutback on landscaping at Monocacy Creek Park. Council approved having the log cabin as part of the Christmas House Tour by the Gov. Wolf Historical Society on Saturday, Dec. 3. She and Mayor Fiorella Mirabito thanked the public for a successful Great Bath Duck Race on Friday. It may start at 6 p.m. next year because the farm market is open 3 to 7 p.m. on Fridays during the summer. • Councilwoman Cynthia Anderson reported that the Nazareth-Bath Region Chamber of Commerce will have a clambake on August 17. Mrs. Heckman reported that the Greater Bath Area Chamber of Commerce now has 50 members and will meet on August 10 at 6:30 p.m. in the municipal building. • Mrs. Ehrgott thanked the firefighters for removing a downed tree at her property after last Monday’s storm.
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In his report, Bath Fire Chief Emilio DeNisi said that there were 11 incidents that the firefighters responded to on July 25. “We worked great with Brad and the road crew,” he said as we answered 11 incidents in three hours between us and Moore Township.” Also in his report, DeNisi said that the recent Bath Community Days were great and he thanked Council for all their help and support. He also noted that the new mini pumper is in service and the fire department has three people who passed vehicle rescue class and are now state certified. His July man-hours listed 98.95 for 29 fire dispatches (1 Nazareth, eight borough, ad 12 Moore Twsp.); EMS dispatches, 49 manhours; EMS volunteer staffing, 40.30; training, 100; fire/e EMS school, 12; administration, 425; equipment maintenance, 30; monthly fire/EMS meetings, 65; work detail, 765; and fire police, 35, for a total of 1,620 manhours. • There is a moratorium on the HARB ordinance, and during this time work can be done on new or existing accessory buildings. • Because of the upcoming Spuds & Suds Festival on W. Northampton St. and S. Chestnut St., Council passed a resolution suspending an ordinance on public consumption and possession of alcoholic beverage in specific public areas. It will feature beer drinking and potatoes. Another resolution was for Borough Manager Brad Flynn to apply for a grant to the Pa. Dept. of Community & Economic Development for the installation of adaptive traffic signals. A special session of Council on Monday, Sept. 12 at 6 p.m. will be followed by the regular session at 7 p.m.
Annual 4-H Fair Starts on Friday
by HOME NEWS STAFF Northampton County 4-Hers will have their annual 4-H Fair beginning tomorrow, August 5, and continuing through Sunday, August 7 at the 4H Center in Bushkill Township. The theme this year is, “See It! Grow It! Show It!” The event opens at 5 p.m. Friday, including the swine show and rabbit hopping. On Saturday, there will be a new event, a pie-eating contest that is open to the public. In addition, there will be shows of chickens, alpaca, sheep and goats; a Find-Out Fair to meet the various clubs throughout Northampton County and find out what they do all year; a fashion show, cake walk and games. Sunday features a horse show as their riders compete for ribbons. There will also be a rabbit and cavy show. A chicken barbecue will be held, in which fairgoers may eat the meal at the 4-H Center grounds or take-out. To place an order for the barbecue, call 610-759-9859. Show times for the weekend include 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.
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NORTHAMPTON POLICE REPORT JULY 22 • Unwanted person in the 500 block of E. 11th St. Report of an unwanted male. • Assist person in the 2200 block of Washington Ave. Request to assist a Constable with an eviction. • Domestic in the 1300 block of Stewart St. between a male and a female. JULY 23 • Domestic in the 700 block of Washington Ave. between a male and a female. • Civil matter in the 2200 block of Washington Ave. Report of a landlord/tenant issue. • Criminal mischief in the 700 block of Scarboro Lane. Report of damage to a garage door. JULY 27 • Domestic in the 700 block of Main St. between a male and a female. • K-9 used/assist in the 4700 block of S. Cypress Dr., Walnutport. Officer Buchanan and K-9 Officer Vito assist Lehigh Township Police Department with the search of a vehicle pursuant to a search warrant. JULY 28 • Criminal mischief in the 1600 block of Main St. Report of a legally parked vehicle keyed. • Non-reportable accident in the 1900 block of Main St. involving two vehicles.
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Three Lessons from the Olympics
The International Olympic Committee was created on June 23, 1894. The first Olympic Games of the modern era opened in Athens on April 6, 1896. Ever since, the Olympic Movement continues to grow. The Olympic Movement encompasses organizations, athletes and others who agree to be guided by the principles of the Olympic Charter. The goal of the Olympic Movement is to contribute to building a peaceful and better world by educating youth through sport practiced without discrimination of any kind and in the Olympic spirit, which requires mutual understanding with a spirit of friendship, solidarity and fair play. (www.olympic.org.) I watched Matt Lauer and his colleagues model the new Olympic uniforms. They are, of course, red, white and blue and symbolize our flag and our freedom. What lessons can we learn from the Olympics?
1. Everything the Olympic Committee does helps to market the event- the promos, the outfits, the major news stations, and the creation of national sports heroes. a. Your business can learn from this type of marketing by doing it every day, reaching out with news about your biz every week, even wearing garb that represents who you are and what you do. 2. This year the outfits, sometimes called uniforms, even glow in the dark. a. This is a new, exciting and unique idea that separates the United States from the other countries. That’s exactly what you need to do as a business owner- your marketing can be de-
signed to separate you from your competitors. 3. The Olympics are constantly on TV and in the newspapers. a. Become newsworthy. Create enough buzz around you and your product that the TV stations and newspapers are calling you for interviews. Position yourself as an expert. Position yourself as someone who knows more about something than anyone else. Carol serves as a featured writer for The Home News. Carol is an accomplished professional speaker, coach and educational consultant specializing in innovative leadership, outrageous fundraising, million dollar marketing, and building organizational alliances throughout the country. Carol’s creative leadership provides bullet proof ideas for recruiting MORE MEMBERS, MORE MONEY AND BETTER LEADERS to your team. www. caroltalks.com 610-442-4545 tellkids@aol.com Like Carol on Caroltalks and CarolCoaches! Carol S. Ritter, Past President, National Speakers Association Philadelphia and St. Luke’s University Hospital Visiting Nurses Association & Hospice.
It May be Safer to Capture Your Pokémon Walking a Trail - D&L Race is Region’s Only Walker-Friendly Half Marathon submitted by TERRI MONSERRAT The Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor (D&L) encourages participants in Pokémon Go to play the game more safely on the rail trail, while also training for the upcoming D&L Half Marathon. The race, which will be held on November 6, is the only walker-friendly half marathon in the region. D&L has launched a creative social media campaign tied to the Pokémon Go craze. Participants training for the D&L Half or other upcoming races are invited to use #pokemondl to submit pictures via Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. The photos should include D&L signs or historic markers seen on the trail while catching Pokémon. Entrants will be entered into a prize drawing. Both runners and walkers enjoy
the beautiful, lush rail trail with crisp autumn temperatures at the D&L Half Marathon. All participants who complete the 13.1-mile course in up to 4.5 hours earn a finisher’s medal, making it a great half marathon for first-timers. Michele Stanten, ACE-certified fitness instructor, is the D&L Half Marathon walking coach. She recently released a new walkertraining program that is ideal for participants in the D&L event. “Hunting for virtual creatures along real-world paths can make long training walks more fun-just don't stop and slow down too much,” said Stanten. The D&L’s Half Marathon Run/ Walk will be held on Sunday, November 6 at 8:00 a.m. The course was reversed last year to be predominantly downhill. The race starts at Northern Lehigh High School in Slatington, runs along the joint-
friendly D&L Trail throughout the Lehigh Valley, and finishes at Canal Street Park in Northampton. Event proceeds help support the completion and maintenance of the D&L Trail. Participants will enjoy a race loaded with amenities including many runner and walker awards, random prizes, a delicious post-race buffet, indoor facilities at the start and finish, gender-specific technical T-shirts, enthusiastic volunteers, and so much more. Early registrants receive a discounted entry fee and the final registration deadline is October 31, 2016. All runners and walkers completing the course in up to 4.5 hours will receive finisher’s medals. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female overall finishers in both the run and walk, and in age groups. Registration is available now at http://race.delawareandlehigh.org/.
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Motorcycle Rally to benefit Victims of Crime submitted by SARA ULLMER Crime Victims Council of Lehigh Valley, Inc. will hold its 17th Annual Rally Through the Valley benefit motorcycle Poker Run and Pig Roast on Sunday, September 18, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., to help local victims of crime. The 60-mile limed route will start with registration and checkin at Nazareth Borough Park, N. Broad Street, Nazareth, and will end at Emmaus Community Park, 1401 Shimersville Road, Emmaus. Following the run, riders will be treated to an all-you-can-eat Pig Roast and live music by Jake Kaligis and The New Constitution, from 1-3 p.m. Additionally, numerous door prizes and raffle baskets, donated by local merchants and businesses, will be awarded. Two top prizes of VISA gift cards, in the amounts of $250 and $100, will be awarded to the top two riders raising the most pledges over
$200. Cash prizes will also be awarded to the best poker hands. To register, log on to cvclv.org/ rally/. Registration is $20 per person, and anyone registering by September 9 will receive a free Rally Through the Valley T-shirt and commemorative ride pin. Day-of registration is also available. Vendors are welcome to participate and should contact Crime Victims Council at 610437-6610 for details. Also, businesses interested in donating prizes can contact Sara at 610437-6610, extension 326. All funds collected at this event will benefit crime victims in Lehigh and Northampton counties who receive services from Crime Victims Council at no cost. CVC is a private, nonprofit organization that has been dedicated to providing comprehensive services to all victims of crime, call 610-437-6610 or go to www. cvclv.org.
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GAB OVER by Pete THE FENCE G. Ossip Nice turnout on Friday for the great Bath Duck Race. Carol Heckman was selling duck numbers up to the last minute, while folks gazed at the box of ducks, and Al George tugged on his really big hip boots to wade in the water of the cool Monocacy Creek. People waited along the borough’s iron fence waiting to see the ducks flow by and when they did, they dashed over to the bridge to watch ‘em come to the finish line. Unfortunately, I didn’t win, but I hear a fellow named Carson Silfies did. That’s like the Phillies announcers when people have their name in for a home run, and they say, “Good luck, Carson!” He did, and the lucky duck sailed right on in. Oh well, it was all for a good cause, our local farmers market. . . .The weather was just nice for it, too, no thunderstorms like we’ve been having lately with the heat and humidity. . . .Ye Ed got a notice from Good Shepherd Home down Bethlehem way, in which they’re looking for volunteer helpers. I told him I’d pass the message along, and maybe folks in town can help. Here’s what they’re looking for: People to take residents for walks outside the home at Bethlehem and Raker Center; give guitar lessons for Bethlehem residents; make copies on Allentown Campus; work in their gift shop; write and take picture for the volunteer newsletter; help decorate and tidy resident rooms; help residents learn reading and math; play the organ for special services, and help the hair salon transport patients on the Allentown campus. If you have the spare time, give JoAnn Frey a call at 610-776-3125. By the way, I saw their van on Monday. It has actual pictures of kids who are crippled and getting care from Good Shepherd, painted on the sides of the van. They do a great job, just like the Shriners and St. Jude for the children, and also helping adults rehab after injuries. . . . The carnival season is about over, but I see the 4-Hers are gonna have their fair up at the 4-H Center in Bushkill Township
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this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The young’uns will be there with their sewing and leather projects, they have a horse show on Sunday, and lots of animals to see every day. As for eating, they have a really good chicken barbecue on Sunday, so order ahead at 610-759-9859. Jan Martin is one of the most active folks with 4-H that I know of and I’m sure she’ll be there. . . . Looks like a big project going on at town hall with concrete blocks scattered all over the parking lot. . . . I hear Betty Fields said she didn’t bring her pajamas, as it promised to be a real long Council meeting on Monday. . . . Gotta do some mowing. See ya!
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By KATHLEEN UNGER I recently attended a birthday party in the Kunkletown area in Monroe County. It reminded me of my childhood trips with my parents to visit Clyde Graver’s store in Kunkletown. Clyde was my grandfather’s stepbrother. Often, on a Sunday afternoon, Daddy would get the “pleasure” car out of the garage and shine it up. He was proud of his 1939 Pontiac. I always looked forward to the visit because I usually got a treat from Uncle Clyde, as I called him. Graver’s Store carried everything, and I do mean everything. You could buy groceries, hardware items, ammunition, clothes, shoes, plumbing supplies and boots. Daddy always bought his “arctics” (boots) at Graver’s. Clyde’s was such a typical country store, no matter what you were looking for, Clyde could find it on his cluttered shelves or in the barn next to the store. I would wander upstairs to the second floor of the store to peek at the various items kept there. Sometimes when Clyde was busy with other customers, he would send the customer upstairs alone and tell them where to find the item. He trusted people and they trusted him.
Uncle Clyde would always give me a Popsicle of my choice from the big old freezer before we left for the ride home. He favored the little girl with the long curls with a treat. I will never forget him.
East Allen Resolves to Purchase state Property at Weaversville by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
East Allen Township’s Board of Supervisors on Thursday night passed a resolution authorizing the township to enter into an agreement with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to purchase a property in Weaversville. It is the former Juvenile Detention Center. No immediate plans for its use
were disclosed. Other matters • Engineer Jim Milot updated the board on Steuben Road, where a restriction has been placed on trucks. It is basically for tractor-trailers. The only trucks that would have access are those that are intended for local deliveries. • A waiver was requested by J. Moyer on well isolation for his property. Milot said that in event the well and septic would malfunction it would be necessary to enter into a ground water agreement. • Township Manager Debbie Seiple recently had discussions with PennDOT on Automatic Red Light Enforcement, with the township already granted more than $62,000 for the project. Also, in Ms. Seiple’s report were requirements for NPDES permits; letters from Pa. Department of Environmental Protection on inspections at Keystone Cement Co.; a property review
on Northampton County farmland preservation; access to PennDOT systems electronically; and a hotel tax from the Neighborhood Improvement Zone, which the supervisors turned down, favoring only the use of township funds for certain needs. • In an item under public comment, Shirley Ann Yurkonic questioned a zoning ordinance resolution, then complained of trapshooting by a local rod and gun club on May 20 which occurred around 10:30 p.m. She said 7:30 p.m. is reasonable and it should be in their by-laws to have that activity restricted to earlier hours. She also reported that at 4:59 a.m. on July 23 there was a loud noise that she and other neighbors heard, which they speculated was a gunshot. Past chairman Christopher Colitis presided in the absence of Roger Unagnst at Thursday’s meeting.
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Carol and Darrin Heckman picked up the ducks as they passed through a wire screen and placed them in a box as the top 15 winners. No. 243, purchased by Carson Silfies, proved to be the $250 winner. – Home News photo
Duck race enjoyed by crowd As they flow along in creek by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
More than 240 plastic ducks of various colors followed the currents of the Monocacy
Creek in Bath on Saturday afternoon. They drew a crowd as they watched them go from the Northampton Street bridge to
the West Main Street bridge. It was the annual Great Bath Duck Race benefit fundraiser for the Bath Farmers Market. The crowds gathered at both the market in Keystone Park and at a table in Monocacy Creek Park to buy numbers that they hoped would mean a winning prize. Each of the ducks were numbered, and at the end of their flowing trip were gathered up by Darrin and Carol Heckman and placed in a box in the order that they went through a wire channel. The water flowed fairly well from recent thunderstorms, but to make sure the ducks went along as briskly as possible, Allen George, dressed in hip boots up to his chest, added a boost. The ducks were placed in the water at about 5:30 p.m. Men, women and children gathered along the steel railing that borders the creek to watch. “Here they come!” they shouted as the first ducklings appeared. Prize list This is the official prize list, noting the 16 prizes, the sponContinued on page 8
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Opinion President Obama’s Convention speech Saves Democratic Party from division By JUSTIN SWEITZER The Democratic National Convention began marred with protests, jeers and dissent emanating from the party’s progressive wing which looked to voice their dissatisfaction with the then-presumptive nominee, Hillary Clinton. The majority of the protesters were born from Bernie Sanders’ presidential campaign, inspired by his progressive messages condemning Wall Street and its influence in democracy, his robust denouncements of free trade deals such as the Trans Pacific Partnership and staunch advocacy of a high minimum wage and a medicare-for-all health care system. These views were not imme-
diately shared by Clinton, leading many of the party liberals to question and oppose her newfound devotion to such issues. Marches were held throughout Philadelphia voicing opposition to the party’s nominee, a rally was held by the Green Party’s progressive candidate Jill Stein and many Sanders supporters interrupted featured speeches including First Lady Michelle Obama’s. The party seemed far from unified, as was written about in last week’s column. The rift in the Democratic Party seemed far from mendable, and even threatening to Hillary Clinton’s hopes to defeat Donald Trump. That was until President Obama addressed the convention on the third night. The 44th President of the United States painted an optimistic vision of America built by founding principles carried forward since the country’s inception. Referencing President Ronald Reagan’s picture of America as a “city on a shining hill,” Obama described the country as he has seen it in the past eight years: a grand nation moving in the right direction through hard work, innovation and optimism. “We don’t fear the future; we shape it. We embrace it, as one people, stronger together than we are on our own,” Obama said. He embraced Hillary Clinton as the champion of these posi-
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tive values, predicting she will be a president who will fight back against fear-driven ideology and bleak visions of the country. “There is only one candidate in this race who believes in that future, has devoted her life to that future; a mother and a grandmother who would do anything to help our children thrive; a leader with real plans to break down barriers, and blast through glass ceilings, and widen the circle of opportunity to every single American -- the next president of the United States, Hillary Clinton.” Inclusiveness and unity were strong themes throughout the President’s speech, as he used them in an attempt to unify both a semi-divided party and a polarized country. “If you agree that there’s too much inequality in our economy and too much money in our politics, we all need to be as vocal and as organized and as persistent as Bernie Sanders’ supporters have been during this election,” Obama said, “We all need to get out and vote for Democrats up and down the ticket, and then hold them accountable until they get the job done.”
Obama’s optimistic portrait celebrated the 15 million new American jobs during his presidency, an unemployment rate which is at an eight-year low and a record-setting U.S. auto industry. While proud of the progress made during his presidency, he did not shy away from the Democratic Party’s principles of continued growth and improvement. To enact such progress, Obama called upon Democrats to rally behind Clinton regardless of whether she aligns with them on every viewpoint, to spurn Donald Trump’s dark description of America as “‘a divided crime scene that only he can fix.” “Democracy isn’t a spectator sport,” Obama told the Philadelphia crowd. “America isn’t about ‘yes, he will.’ It’s about ‘yes, we can.’” The speech’s message even earned him praise from conservatives who commended the “hope” and “optimism” of the President’s unifying speech, including a former speechwriter of Ronald Reagan himself. Obama concluded by calling for American voters “to reject cynicism and reject fear, and to
summon what is best in us; to elect Hillary Clinton as the next President of the United States, and show the world we still believe in the promise of this great nation.” The President was lauded for pointing out what is right with America, and offering a compelling reason to continue upon his progress for the next four years. His message to continue America’s greatness, rather than rescue a faltering nation rallied Democrats, both progressive and not, to accept incremental positive change rather than risk a Trump presidency. While some stragglers still remain, the second half of the Democratic National Convention served as a unifying force that rescued a party divided by ideological differences.
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NAZARETH AREA Ninth annual Martin on Main Festival Returns to Nazareth submitted by TINA SMITH The Nazareth Bath Regional Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present the ninth annual Martin On Main. Live music, delicious food, and the excitement of the crowd will be back in historic downtown Nazareth on Saturday, August 6, from 1 to 7 p.m. The unofficial Martin Guitar Forum musicians have live acoustic guitar music from 1 to 6 p.m. at the main stage in the circle downtown. The group secured this year’s headliner, which is the one and only Laurence Juber, former guitarist for Paul McCartney & Wings. He will play from 3-3:30 p.m. For additional information you can also check
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tin Guitar products available for purchase. Ever wanted to own a Martin Guitar? Martin has donated a guitar to be raffled off during the festival and the winning ticket may be yours. All proceeds will benefit non-profit organizations. Tickets are just $5 each and can be purchased in advance at The Nazareth Bath Regional Chamber of Commerce office, or the day of the festival. For additional information on the festival, please visit the official event web site at: www.martinonmain.com. August 6 from 1-7 p.m., rain or shine, plan on attending this great family event.
Nazareth Borough Council at odds over how to pay for fire equipment By JUSTIN SWEITZER Thursday, July 28 marked the final workshop meeting for the month of July, allowing Nazareth residents to voice their comments, questions and concerns to Nazareth Borough Council. The greatest concern, however, may have emanated from within the council itself as councilmen struggled to reach an agreement over how to purchase tools for an all-terrain vehicle recently bought acquired by the fire department. As council was going through various committee reports, they reached an impasse over how to pay for tools to outfit the ATV. As fire committee chairman Lance Colondo looked to pass a motion using funds allocated by the council to purchase the tools, councilman Carl Fischl expressed his concern over the idea, believing that the ATV tools were a want rather than a need. Fischl described the expense as a “considerable amount of money” that could be put toward more important projects, such as repairing problems with the art center, library and other buildings.
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Fischl asked whether the ATV tools could be purchased with the Fireman’s Relief Fund, which is granted over $30,000 a year from the state of Pennsylvania. Colondo disagreed with the proposal, stating that the fire committee cut multiple areas of their budget to compensate for an expected increase in funds toward the ATV purchase. “We actually increased the minor equipment expense purchase because they knew this ATV was going to be acquired,” Colondo said. “They were anticipating spending money on these tools.” A motion on the matter was postponed until after more information was gathered. It is expected to be revisited in September. The council also discussed running a storm water study to address concerns of Nazareth residents impacted by flooding from intense rainfall. East Center Street resident Sandy Klotz brought the issue forth at a previous council meeting, and brought proposed drawings of two potential plans to address flooding on her street. The borough suggested they reach out to students at Lafayette
College, as the borough previously had a successful sewer plan created by civil engineering students that is still used to this day. Klotz described the idea as a “starting point” in solving the flooding that has been plaguing her property on East Center Street. The council viewed the idea as a mutually beneficial plan to all involved, as it would solve the flooding issues affecting Nazareth residents, while putting in place an effective plan for the borough and giving students real-world experience. The next Nazareth Borough Council meeting is slated for Thursday, September 1 at 6 p.m.
Nazareth Borough Council Approves resolution Honoring retiring Traffic guard By JUSTIN SWEITZER Nazareth Borough Council assembled on Monday, August 1 for their first and only business meeting of the month. At the meeting, a resolution was approved to honor retiring Nazareth Crossing Guard Darlene Peters for her 35 years of service. Peters was not in attendance at the meeting as she was on vacation, but the council expressed a willingness to invite her to a September meeting to honor her for her many years of service to the borough. Councilman John Samus, chairman of the law committee, motioned to vote on an ordinance amending Chapter 15, Section 205, to make Pine Street a one-way street going north from Center Street to Chestnut Street. An additional motion was made to amend Chapter 15, Section 205, to make Cedar Street a two-way street from Belvidere Street to Walnut Street. Both motions passed which raised concern from Nazareth resident Sandy Klotz, who asserted that making Cedar Street a two-way street will cause congestion on an already narrow street, decreasing the property values of houses on the street. The council says the change will allow residents to reach Belvidere Street from Cedar Street, providing a convenience factor for those who live on the street. Samus told Klotz, who disagreed that the change provided an advantage to residents, “Let’s try it. If there’s a problem with it
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we can always go back.” Borough Council additionally passed a motion to advertise for an ordinance change that would implement two 15-minute parking spaces on South Main Street south of Belvidere Street. The current plan will implement a single parking spot on both sides of Main Street. In the event that Borough Solicitor Alfred Pierce would be unavailable to serve, the council passed a motion to allow Scott Steirer to serve in his absence. In the fire committee report, a motion was passed to bill the Nazareth Ambulance Corps. $22,000 for multiple services, including vehicular insurance, facility rental and their claim history’s impact on the Nazareth Borough’s regular vehicular insurance. Additionally, a $150 expenditure was approved to pay for sending three firefighters to the Lehigh Northampton Annual Fire Investigation Seminar. Carl Fischl, chairman of the police committee, motioned to guide the Civil Service Commission to create a list of potential candidates for the position of police patrol officer in the borough, which the council passed. The council also approved a resolution endorsing and certifying the submission of a 2016 Uncommitted Gaming Grant to pay for a new police vehicle. Soon after council also approved the submission of a 2016 Uncommitted Northampton County Gaming Grant to seek funding for a new Ford SUV Interceptor vehicle for Continued on page 13
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, 255E South Best Ave., 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 7 p.m., Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4 p.m. BETHANY WESLEYAN, Cherryville. 610-767-1239 Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship 5 p.m. BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, Bushkill Twp. Sun. – Worship 9:15 a.m., Sunday School 10:30 a.m. 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. CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. Chestnut St. Bath Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m., CHRIST U.C.C., Schoenersville Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH Northampton. 610-262-8500 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:30 a.m. COVENANT UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610837-7517 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m., Sunday School 9:15 a.m. DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444 Sat. – Worship 6 p.m., Sun. – Worship 8/10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7 p.m.
EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt) 610-262-4961 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. EMMANUEL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath Sun – Traditional and Contemporary at 9:30 a.m. FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport, 610-767-3505 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOD'S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., 7 p.m. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton, 610-262-9517 Sun – Worship 9 a.m. GOSPEL CHAPEL WESLEYAN CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-8101 (N) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-7039 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School 9:30 a.m. NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-7593163 Sun. – Worship 8:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. NORTHAMPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Northampton 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 610-262-2227 Sun. – Mass 7:30/9:30/11:30 a.m., Mon. - Fri. – Mass 6:30/7:30 a.m. 12:10 p.m. (Lent), Sat. – Mass 4 p.m.
GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Pen Argyl Sun. – Worship 8:30 & 10 a.m., Sunday School 10 a.m.
SALEM UNITED METHODIST, Danielsville. Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.
HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton 610-262-2668 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m.
VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, Northampton Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m. WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST Sat. – Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m.
ZION’S STONE U.C.C., Kreidersville Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School stopped until September. ZION E.L. CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-6636 (N) Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. KEY –W- Worship, M – Mass, S – Services, SS – Sunday School, CE – Christian Ed, BS – Bible Study, CC - Child Care, HC – Holy Communion, H/A – Handicapped Accessible, VBS – Vacation Bible School
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. 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. & 7 p.m. SALEM U.C.C. Moorestown 610-759-1652 Sun. – Worship in the Air Conditioned Fellowship Hall 9:30 AM (2nd and 4th Sunday of the month in the Church Grove).
HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Nazareth Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., M-F – Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m., Holy days – Mass 7/9 a.m. & 5 p.m.
ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Northampton Sun. – Church School 9 a.m. and Worship 10:15 a.m.
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RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth. 484-597-1440 Sun. – Worship/meeting 9:30 a.m.
GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Northampton 610-262-7186 (HA) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:15 a.m.
HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, Nazareth. 610759-7363 Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m.
ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indianland, Cherryville Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. w/ child care.
ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL Nazareth 610-746-3910 Sun. – Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-8371061 Sun. - Worship 8/10:15 a.m. ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-7593090. Sun. - Worship 9 a.m., Sat. Worship 5:30 p.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Northampton. 610-262-8666 Sun. - Worship 9:30 a.m.
HOLY TRINITY SLOVAK LUTHERAN, Northampton Sun. – Worship 8:30 a.m.
ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun. - Summer Worship 9:30 a.m.
HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cherryville 610 767-7203 Sun. – Worship 8 a.m. Holy Communion. 9:30 a.m. Service of the World
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.
MOUNTAIN VIEW WESLEYAN CHURCH Bath 610-759-7553 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.
ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton, 610-261-2910. HA Sun. – Summer Worship 9:30 a.m. (with child care).
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Since Pastor Lundmark had a medical challenge this week, his daughter, Melody, is writing this column. He had to be taken to the hospital for severe dizziness. It turned out to be a small brain bleed in the area of his brain that controls balance. While he is in Neuroscience ICU at the time of this writing, we thank the Lord that his prognosis is good and there haven’t been any speech or motor skill issues. Thank you for praying for his complete recovery. I shared with the people at church that, while we are very thankful that Dad’s life has been spared, I am certain of where he would have gone if this had turned out differently. This confidence that he would have entered into eternal life in heaven is not based on his goodness, righteousness, or holiness, but in the fact that he has placed his trust in Christ alone for forgiveness of sin and salvation. Can you know for sure that your sins have been forgiven and that you will go to heaven when you die? The Word of God tells us that you can “know that ye have eternal life” (I John 5:13). As Fanny Crosby, the great hymn writer, expressed, there is a “Blessed Assurance” that comes from repenting of sin, trusting in Christ alone for salvation, and walking with Him. Not only can you experience this confidence of knowing where you will spend eternity, but your family can be assured by the testimony of your life and faith in Christ that you are “with the Lord” when you have passed from this life. Jesus explained in the Gospel of John, chapter 3, how to have this confidence of eternal life. John 3:16 says, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
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Obituaries Nancy F. Bartholomew
JUNE 25, 1934 – JULY 24, 2016 Nancy F. Bartholomew, 82, of Bushkill Township, died on Sunday, July 24 at home. She was the wife of the late Ralston G. Bartholomew. She was better known to many Bushkill Elementary School students as “Mrs. B”. Born on June 25, 1934 in Greenawalds, she was a daughter of the late Harley S. and Isabelle (Andres) Frantz. Nancy was best known for her cooking and embroidery and had been active in the Embroiderer’s Guild of America, Pocono Mountain Chapter. She also knitted and contributed to various missions, shelters and charities, most recently The Cay Galgon Center, knitting caps and blankets “for the babies.” Surviving are her son, Ralston, of Nazareth; a brother, Richard A. Frantz, and nephew John G. Frantz and family, both of Greenawalds. She was predeceased by a sister, Agnes Rowney. Services will be private at the convenience of the family, as arranged by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Contributions in memory of Nancy may be made to Mary’s Shelter, Cay Galgon Center, 714 W. Broad St., Bethlehem, PA 18018.
Irene M. Christman
MAY 29, 1926 – JULY 26, 2016 Irene May Christman, 90, died on Tuesday, July 26 at Moravian Hall Square, Nazareth. She was the wife of Raymond J. Christman, Jr. for 67 years. A graduate of Wilson High School, she worked as a librarian at Nazareth Junior High School before retiring. Born May 29, 1926 in Wilson Boro, she was a daughter of the late Willis C. and Estella M. (Schrader) Bowman. Irene enjoyed watercolor painting and playing in the card club. She volunteered at the Nazareth Library, St. John’s Library, and the Moravian Hall Square Library. She was a member of St. John’s
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Lutheran Church, Nazareth. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Bruce Christman, of Virginia; a daughter, Kay Marushak, of Allentown; four grandchildren; and a brother, Donald Bowman, of Rochester, N.Y. Funeral services were held on Saturday morning in St. John’s Lutheran Church with The Rev. David B. Schaeffer officiating. Burial followed in Hope Cemetery, Hecktown. Arrangements wee by the Schmidt Funeral Home, Nazareth.
Meagan A. Duarte
Meagan A. (Edelman) Duarte, 29, of Northampton, died suddenly on Wednesday morning, July 27, 2016 at Lehigh Valley HospitalCedar Crest, Salisbury Township, after being stricken at home. She was the wife of Mark D. Duarte since September 25, 2011. She was employed as an agent of ADP Insurance Co., Allentown. A 2005 graduate of Northampton High School, she attended St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia and graduated from Moravian College In Bethlehem. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of Dale D., Jr. and Susan E. (Mraz) Edelman of Bath. Meagan enjoyed participating in the fund raising program for the Multiple Sclerosis Association. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, Grayson and Kayden; paternal grandparents, Dale D., Sr. and Marilyn (Rader) Edelman of Bath; maternal grandfather, Rev. Jerry Mraz, of Northampton; a sister, Kayla Edelman and fiancé Brett Karan, of Macungie; a brother, Matthew and fiancée Jessica Horton of Bath; aunts and uncles, Cathy and John Kimmel of Lithia, Fla., Karen and Timothy Lockard of Laurys Station, John Mraz, and Dawn and Bob Krasley of Allentown; parents-in-law, Victor and Maria Duarte of Northampton; brothers-in-law, Cristian of Bethlehem and Daniel of Walnutport. Memorial services were held on Sunday afternoon in the Schisler
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Brent A. R. Heintzelman, 22, of Bethlehem, died suddenly early Saturday morning, July 16, 2016 in his home. He worked as a laborer for Finishing Edge Concrete Co., East Greenville, and was a 2012 graduate of Northampton High School and a 2014 graduate of Northampton Community College, with a degree in welding. Born in Fountain Hill, he was a son of Richard D. Keen of Slatington and Penny J. (Heintzelman) Thomas of Montgomery, Lycoming County. Brent enjoyed sports and was involved in the Bath Lions Football, Moore Township Youth Wrestling, and participated in both football and wrestling at Northampton High School. He was a member and enjoyed spending time at Blue Mountain Fish & Game in Lehigh Township and the Bath Republican Club. Surviving are his parents; two sisters, Alexis Telepo and Amber Thomas; five brothers, Gage, Anthony and Tiler Keen, Collin Heintzelman and Austin Thomas; paternal grandparents, Donna (Zeigafuse), wife of Richard Tully of Bethlehem, Daniel and Michelle Keen of Freemansburg; maternal grandparents, Veronica (Smith) Bickert and companion Terry Weaver of Danielsville, Mark Heintzelman of Slatington, Donald and Donna Bickert of Danielsville; paternal greatgrandparents, Wallace Keen, Jr. of Nazareth and Arlene (Marsh) Zeigafuse of Pen Argyl; maternal great-grandparents Roberta (Hinger), wife of Larry Smith of Andreas; maternal great-greatgrandfather Russell Steigerwalt, of Walnutport; girlfriend Joelle A. Morey of Northampton; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Services were held last Friday afternoon in the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, with private interment. Contributions may be made to the family, c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
Ignatz A. Keppel
SEPT. 2, 1931 – JULY 29, 2016 Ignatz A. “Iggie” Keppel, 84, of Nazareth, died Friday, July 29 in Manorcare, Bethlehem. He was the husband of Mildred “Mim” (Gardner) Keppel for 60 years. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Iggie attended Airline School ion Kansas City, then began work for National Airlines for 15 years. He was a station manager at the Philadelphia Airport when he decided to join his father in the family business and became the general manager of Keppel’s Mar-
kets in Bath and Nazareth. He worked there for 22 years, selling the store in 1992. Iggie then sold swimming pools for Leisure Living for six years and finished his career at Kohl’s, working in the jewelry department for 12 years, retiring in 2012. Born September 2, 1931 in Nazareth, he was a son of the late Ignatius S. Keppel, Sr. and Mary (Deutsch) Keppel. Iggie was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Nazareth, where he was a eucharistic minister and sang on the Paradise Choir. He was a 3rd Degree Knight with the Knights Columbus, Council #3282, and was a member of the Holy Family Sick & Relief Society. Iggie was also a member of American Legion Post #413, Nazareth. In addition to his wife, he is survived by four sons, Bernard J. of Bethlehem, Stephen J. of Howell, Mich., Ignatius III of Saylorsburg, and Gregory S. of Stockertown; six grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were a grandson, Travis Keppel; brothers, Raymond, Martin and John Keppel, and a sister, Elizabeth Serencits. Services were held this (Thursday) morning in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Family Church. Burial will be private and will take place at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Holy Family Church or to the American Cancer Society, c/o the funeral home at 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, PA 18064.
Earl M. Koehler
JULY 4, 1923 – JULY 24, 2016 Earl M. Koehler, 93, of Bethlehem To w n s h i p , died on Sunday, July 24 at Saucon Valley Manor in Hellertown. He was the husband of Doris J. (Tyler) Koehler for 74 years. Passionate about farming, Earl was a lifelong farmer, growing up on the family farm in Bethlehem Township, which his son, Dale, an eighth generation farmer, presently operates. Born on July 4, 1923 in Bethlehem Township, he was a son of the late Ezra E. and Beulah
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(Kemmerer) Koehler and the step-son of the late Ada (Pickel) Koehler. Earl was an active member of St. John’s Evan. Lutheran Church in Farmersville, where he served on the cemetery committee and played on the dart baseball team. He was also a member of the Nancy Run Fire Co. and its quoit team. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Dale A. Koehler and Bruce W. Koehler, both of Bethlehem Township; a daughter, Janice E. Sterner, of Bethlehem Township; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a sister, Alberta Rodenbough, of Kansas City, Kansas; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by an infant daughter, Pamela Sue; a brother, Roy Koehler, and a sister, Mary Bittenbender. Services were held on Wednesday, July 27 in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown, followed by interment in Farmersville Cemetery, Bethlehem Township. Contributions may be made in memory of Earl to St. John’s U.C.C. Church, 8065 William Penn Hwy., Easton, PA 18045.
Ronald A. Koehler
Ronald A. Koehler, 63, of Bushkill Township, died unexpectedly on Saturday, July 23, 2016. He was the husband of Suzanne M. (Fehnel) Koehler. Funeral services were held on Friday, July 29 in Grace Lutheran Church, Belfast. Arrangements were by the Ruggiero Funeral Home, Pen Argyl.
Leonard A. Mandyez
JULY 22, 1925 – JULY 22, 2016 Leonard A. Mandycz, Sr., 91, of Bath, died on the morning of his birthday. He was the husband of Violetta (Brutko) Mandycz for 69 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II, serving aboard the U.S.S. John Davenport. Born on July 22, 1925 in Swoyersville, he was a son of the late Anthony and Mary (Brutko) Mandycz. He is survived by his wife. A Memorial Mass was celebrated on Thursday morning in Continued on page 13
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Holy Family Parish, Luzerne, Pa. Interment was in St. John Nepomucene Cemetery, Courtdale. Arrangements were by the Nice Hart Funeral Home, Frackville.
John Molnar, Sr.
John Molnar, Sr., 91, of Lincoln Ave., Northampton, died Saturday, July 30, 2016 in Holy Family Manor, Bethlehem. He was the husband of Dorothy E. (Kohler) Molnar for 68 years. He was employed as a foreman for LaFarge Cement Co., Cementon (formerly Whitehall Cement Co.), retiring in 1990. Previously, he worked for more than 20 years for the former Northampton Lumber Co. A 1943 graduate of Northampton High School, he later served in the U.S. Army during World War II, European Theater, achieving the rank of corporal. Born in Kreidersville, he was a son of the late Andrew and Mary (Kretzman) Molnar. He was a member of Zion Evan. Lutheran Church, Northampton; the American Legion post in Northampton, and Northampton Exchange Club, where he was a former board member. John enjoyed woodworking and gardening over the years. Surviving besides his wife are two sons, John Jr. of Bushkill Township and Barry L. of Salisbury Township; three grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Services were held this (Thursday) morning in the Schisler Funeral Home, followed by interment in Fairview Cemetery, Cherryville Rd., Northampton. Contributions may be made to the memorial fund of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Northampton.
Dorothy A. Piescienski
NOV. 26, 1921 – JULY 27, 2016 Dorothy A. Piescienski, 94, of Nazareth, formerly of Northampton, died Wednesday, July 27 in Gracedale. She was the wife of the late Frank Piescienski, who died in January 2004. She was a button sewer for the former Clyde Shirt Co., Northampton, for more than 30 years before retiring in 1980. Born on November 26, 1921
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in Moore Township, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Mabel (Frederick) Miller. Dorothy was a lifelong member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Northampton, where she was a Sunday school teacher for more than 50 years. She had a passion for flowers and spent many hours caring for her garden. Surviving are a son, Keith A. Piescienski, of Northampton; two sisters, Mrs. Miriam Borger of Lehigh Township and Nancy Miller of Treichlers; three grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by two brothers, Paul and Warren Miller, and three sisters, Pauline Silfies, Mildred Grim and Bernice Snyder. A funeral service was held on Tuesday morning in the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, with The Rev. Bruce D. MacLaughlin officiating. Interment followed in Allen Union Cemetery, Northampton. Contributions may be made to the Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church memorial fund, c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
James H. Milkowich
AUG. 22, 1942 – JUNE 20, 2016 James H. Milkowich, 73, of Bethlehem, died Friday, June 10 at Blough Healthcare Center in Bethlehem. He was the husband of Mary Ann (Dancs) Milkowich for 48 years. He was a mechanic for Mack Trucks at both the Allentown and Macungie plants for 43 years before retiring in 2003. Born August 22, 1942 in Palmerton, he was a son of the late Charles and Mary (Beirao) Milkowich. James was a member of St. Stephen of Hungary Roman Catholic Church, Allentown. He participated in basketball, softball and volleyball as a member of the Mack Trucks Athletic League and coached soccer and baseball for the Bath – East Allen Youth Club. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1960 to 1963 as a crewmember on the U.S.S. Forrestal (CV-59) and toured the Mediterranean Sea. Along with his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Kathleen M. Roosa, of Langhorne, Pa.; a son, James P. Milkowich, of Shoreham, N.Y.; two sisters, Marie Travis of Ocean Springs, Miss. and Barbara Milkowich of Whitehall; five grandsons, and two stepgranddaughters. Services were held on June 18 in the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, following viewings on June 17 and 18, and a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Stephen of Hungary Church. Interment with military honors was held at Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Allentown. Contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice, c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
Earl T. Newhart, Jr.
Earl T. “Butch” Newhart, Jr., 71, of Catasauqua, died Tuesday, July 19, 2016 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, Bethlehem. He was the husband of Diane M. (Strohl) Newhart since June 17, 1967. He was employed as an oven operator for the former Tarkett Flooring Co., Whitehall, for 32 years, retiring in 1999. Born in Whitehall, he was a son of the late Earl T., Sr. and Geraldine (Peters) Newhart. Earl was a member of Salem U.C.C. Church, Catasauqua. An avid bowler, he achieved a perfect 300 game at the former Boulevard Lanes in Allentown. He enjoyed golfing and was an avid baseball fan, cheering for the Ambassadors, IronPigs, and all of the Philadelphia teams. He enjoyed watching WWF Wrestling, and was a former member of the Catasauqua Lions Club. Besides his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Patricia A. Snyder of Catasauqua and Tina M. Landis of Trexlertown; a son, Thomas E., of North Catasauqua; one granddaughter; four grandsons; and two sisters, Audrey Druckenmiller of Whitehall and Cheryl Dreher of Allentown. He was preceded in death by a sister, Phyllis, and brother, James. Services were held in the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, followed by interment in Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Allentown. Contributions may be made to the family, c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
Filomena C. Treglia
NOV. 12, 1929 – JULY 25, 2016 Filomena C. Treglia, 86, of Nazareth, died on Monday, July 25 in St. Luke’s Hospital-Anderson Campus. She was the wife of the late America “Rick” Treglia, who died on January 13, 2013. She was a homemaker most of her life, and was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Nazareth. Born on November 12, 1929 in Brooklyn, N.Y., she was a daughter of the late Antonio and Catherine (Dellotto) Tusi. Surviving are a son, Anthony Treglia, of Upper Nazareth Township; two grandchildren; and two brothers, Dominick Tusi of Jackson, N.J. and Michael Tusi of Holmdel, N.J. Services were held on Monday morning in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Family Catholic Church, and entombment in Holy Savior Cemetery, Bethlehem. Contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, c/o the funeral home at 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, PA 18064.
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MAY 5, 1973 – JULY 27, 2016 Julianne T. Yost, 43, of Walnutport, died Wednesday, July 27 at home. She was the wife of Steven J. Yost, Jr. for 18 years. She was a 1991 graduate of Allentown Central Catholic High School, where she played basketball. She was an avid runner. Julianne coached basketball for Bethany Wesleyan Church, Cherryville. She home-schooled her children and was a devoted wife and mother. Born on May 5, 1973 in Brooklyn, N.Y., she was a daughter of Margaret (Hurley) Parrish, Bethlehem, and the late Gregory Parrish. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, Easton, and enjoyed going on mission trips for the church. She enjoyed motorcycle rides with her husband and loved going to New York to visit her cousins, and looked forward to their 4th of July picnics. Besides her husband and mother, she is survived by four children, Steven J. III, Benjamin G., Rachel J. and Eli M. Yost, all at home; brothers, Joseph Parrish of Easton and Stephen Parrish of New York; mother and father-in-law, Marie (Traupman) and Steven Yost of Bath; sister and brother-in-law, Jennifer Stilgenbauer and husband George, Melissa Yost, Nicholas Yost and wife Leauna, Michael Yost and wife Jessica, and many nieces and nephews. Services were held on Wednesday morning in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, with The Rev. Larry Burd officiating. Burial was in Green Mount Cemetery, Bath.
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the police department. Other action related to the police department included the council’s approval to send Officer Alan Koch to New Jersey for certification as a Smith & Wesson Handgun Armorer, and to Abington, Pennsylvania for certification as an AR-15/M16 Armorer. The cost of the AR-15/ M16 training is $475 and the cost of the Smith & Wesson certification training is $259. Under Ecology & Lighting, the council passed a motion calling upon the council secretary to write a 2016 Monroe County Gaming Grant to seek around $80,000 in funding to go toward new gas lighting in the borough’s Circle. The next Nazareth Borough Council meeting will take place on Thursday, September 1 at 6 p.m.
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PUBLIC NOTICE-LEGAL NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC MEETING AUGUST 10, 2016 The Northampton Borough Planning Commission will hold its public meeting on Wednesday, August 10, 2016, starting at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, to review the following: 1. Pennsylvania Venture Capital, Inc., 1177 North 6th Street, Whitehall, Pennsylvania, for the property located on 1464 Dewey Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Map No. M4NW2A-2-1 and is located in an R-3 Residential District. This plan is presented for review by the Planning Commission as referred to by the Northampton Borough Zoning Hearing Board at their meeting held, Thursday, July 14, 2016. 2. Joe Jones, 7005 Mosserville Road, New Tripoli, Pennsylvania, for the property located on Dewey Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania. The properties are located on Tax Map Nos. L4SW1B-3-9 and L4SW1B-3-9A and are located in an R-3 Residential District. This plan is presented for Final Plan Review. Mr. Jones would like to combine these parcels then subdivide into four parcels to erect two semiattached dwelling units. Variances were granted by the Northampton Borough Zoning Hearing Board at their meeting held April 14, 2016. Preliminary plan approval was given at the July 13, 2016, Planning Commission. All interested parties are invited to attend. A representative or the applicant must attend. LeRoy E. Brobst Borough Manager (7/28 & 8/4)
NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING AUGUST 11, 2016 The Northampton Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold its public meeting on Thursday, August 11, 2016, in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, at 7:00 P.M. to review the following appeals: 1. Estate of Gerald Lubenesky and Laura J. Lubenesky 936 Lincoln, Northampton, Pennsylvania, for the property located at 936 Lincoln Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Map No. M4NW2C-4-6 and is located in an R-3 Residential District. Mrs. Lubenesky would like to erect a four-foot high fence three feet from the curb line on Bridge Street. She is seeking a variance to: Page 250:31, Article V – Supplementary Regulations, §25018 – Accessory structures and uses, Subsection H – Fence and wall accessory uses, (1) (b) [1] – Setback requirements. All interested parties are invited to attend. The applicant must attend. Juliann Edelman Zoning Officer
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The Zoning Hearing Board of the Borough of Bath will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 30th, at 7:00 PM at the Borough Hall 215 East Main Street to consider the following application. The appellant, Jay R. Viders, requests a determination from the Zoning Hearing Board that the proposed use, light manufacturing of wooden pallets, is a Permitted Use under Section 179-138 of the Borough of Bath Zoning Ordinance. The property is located at 7 Allen Street, Bath, PA 18014, Tax Parcel # K6-10-4A, in the M-C2 Zoning District. Any interested party is welcome to attend and will have an opportunity to be heard. Shawn Leidy Borough of Bath Zoning/Code Enforcement Officer (8/4 & 8/18) NOTICE OF CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Certificate of Organization for a Domestic Limited Liability Company has been filed with the Department of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, at Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on July 25, 2016 for the purposes of obtaining a Certificate of Organization of a proposed domestic limited liability company to be organized under the provisions of the Pennsylvania Limited Liability Company Law of 1994, 15 Pa.C.S. § 8901, et seq., and any successor statute, as amended from time to time. The name of the limited liability company is: Kraemer Electric LLC. Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire PIERCE & STEIRER, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 (8/4)
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State Legislators, Local Agency to Host ‘Aging Roadmap’ Seminar submitted by SCOTT LITTLE State Reps. Joe Emrick (RNazareth) and Marcia Hahn (R-Bushkill Township) are teaming up with the Lehigh Valley Aging in Place Coalition to host “Your Aging Parents and You – Beginning the Important Conversation of What We Want as We Age.” The seminar is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 11, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Holy Family Club, 515 W. Mauch Chunk St., Nazareth. “We’re hosting what might best be referred to as an ‘aging roadmap’ for middle-age adults and their parents,” Hahn said. “A panel of professionals will discuss a number of different issues Pennsylvanians should be taking into account as they and their parents grow older,” Emrick added. Topics to be discussed include elder law, financial planning, Medicare and other insurance alternatives, in-home care options, facility and community options and veterans’ benefits. Light refreshments will be available. The seminar is free
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Deadline-August 31, 2016
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