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Bath Borough offering Lot subdivision, sidewalks, and Peace of mind with Road widening planned for Welfare Check Towpath Estates in Allen Township Program By KERI LINDENMUTH During their meeting on August 3, the Borough of Bath announced the start of a voluntary welfare check program. The program is available for families with elderly loved ones, young children, or family members with disabilities. Relatives or parents can call the borough and provide the administration with contact information, healthcare information, and physical descriptions, along with a recent photo. Should their loved one go missing, the borough can provide this information to first responders to aid in a swifter search. In addition, during extreme heat or
cold situations, the borough can perform welfare checks on elderly residents. The program, stresses Borough Manager Brad Flynn, is completely voluntary. No information will be disseminated to other parties beside first responders. He hopes residents who have loved ones with mental disabilities or children with autism may use the program as another means of keeping their family members safe. “I know [the need] is out there in the borough,” he said. He cited a past incident in which an elderly resident with dementia went missing in a wooded area off Main Street. Had the Continued on page 8
By KERI LINDENMUTH During their meeting on Tuesday, July 28, the Allen Township Board of Supervisors approved a lot subdivision plan for Towpath Estates. This plan would include the construction of sidewalks, an EDU transfer, and the widening of W. 27th Street. A single lot with an existing ranch house will be split into two lots. Although sidewalks were deferred on the existing lot, the township determined that they should now be provided based on current pedestrian patterns. The sidewalks will run along Delta Road and tie into existing sidewalks on River Run Drive. “People [walking] will easily make that loop to go around,”
said Supervisor Dale Hassler. “It will be so nice to have that sidewalk there.” However, developer Tim Livengood was concerned about the length of the sidewalk on the subdivided lot. Whoever purchases this lot will have 500 feet of sidewalk. “That is a large burden to place on the homeowner,” he said. “I don’t know that I'd want to have 500 feet of sidewalk to maintain during winter conditions.” Supervisors said they would not be willing to take over the sidewalk or maintain it during the winter, since they do not do so for any other sidewalk in the township. It was decided instead that the sidewalk will not be re-
Fireworks concerns raised at Lehigh Township Supervisors meeting by JOE KORBA At the July 28 meeting of the Lehigh Township Supervisors, residents raised the issue of constant fireworks being set off in the area. Many of the people who addressed the supervisors said the noise from fireworks is constant and annoying. “Now, what we are hearing is fireworks all of the time. It is nice on a holiday when you are expecting them, but not every night. They go from 6 p.m. until midnight every single night,” a township resident said. David Backenstoe, the town-
ship’s solicitor, attempted to clarify the existing ordinances and to explain what is legally possible when it comes to fireworks enforcement in Pennsylvania. He said that there are two categories of fireworks in the state, one being retail fireworks like bottle rockets and firecrackers and the other being larger, commercialgrade fireworks like you would see at a professional display. Only the commercial-grade category requires permits. While there are still some local restrictions on the use of the retail fireworks, they are very
difficult to enforce because of a law the PA legislature passed in 2017. Act 43, which passed in October of that year, repeals and replaces a prior law that had been in place since 1939 and legalizes the use of commercial fireworks for Pennsylvania residents. You still cannot use fireworks within 150 feet of an occupied structure or on private or public property without the owner’s consent. You can’t use them while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. However, there are no time constraints on when fireworks can be used in the law, although noise
complaints can be investigated by police. Board of Supervisors Chairperson, Cindy Miller, said that Lehigh Township does have an ordinance limiting hours people are supposed to be using fireworks. “Currently, they should only use them until 10 p.m., except on national holidays like July 4 or New Year’s when they can go until 1 a.m.,” she said. Township Supervisor Keith Hantz inquired if they could be Continued on page 8
quired to be cleared after snow. Signs urging walkers to “Walk at You Own Risk” will be installed. Livengood agreed with this plan, saying that it will alleviate burdens on both the homeowner and the township. The plan also includes the widening of W. 27th Street. However, supervisors extended this requirement until August 2021. “[With] three months to do that road, I do not want to risk having a lousy blacktop job,” said Hassler. Finally, in order to meet sewer Continued on page 2
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“There are a lot of people who are thankful for [the park],” said Eckhart, “but as anything, there are a lot of people who do not respect what has been invested.” The park cost the township over $270,000 in grant funding and labor that, Eckhart said, could have been spent at any other park in the township. Grants were provided by Northampton County. Since the park was closed, there has been backlash by township and county residents. Some have called the township, arguing that it is the job of public works to clean up the dog waste or monitor the visitors. Eckhart and supervisors said it is not, and that tax dollars should not be used to “watch other people’s dogs.” According to Eckhart, some visitors have resorted to lifting their pets over the fence and letting them run around unattended. “We had something nice,” said supervisor Dale Hassler. “[But] we have people defying [the rules].” However, the township will give visitors a second chance. When the park reopens, supervisors are encouraging people at the park to monitor each other. Supervisor Gary Behler said the Friends of Allen Township Dog Park may also be willing to ensure that visitors are picking up after their pets and keeping the park clean. “Pick up after [your] animal,” said Eckhart. “Basically that is all we’re asking.”
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There have been several complaints in the last two weeks about a male who has been walking onto properties and making contact with several homeowners. This male has been chased off of several properties and has also been threatened and we would would like to explain the situation. This male is employed by Environmental Consulting Incorporated (ECI) and is subcontracted through PP&L Electric Company. His job is to inspect problematic trees around powerlines. He is typically driving a white Toyota Tacoma marked ECI and is equipped with yellow flashing lights, as well as other identifying decals. He also is wearing a yellow work vest and has valid identification.  He will continue to work in Moore Township for the next month or more and will make contact with residents in the Township if need be. Thank you for your cooperation and if you have a question or problem, please call the non emergency number 610-759-2200.
Eagle Scout project in Bath Vandalized, borough will Search for suspects By KERI LINDENMUTH A new Eagle Scout project constructed by resident Lukas Connolly was vandalized, prompting
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33, constructed signage for all of the borough parks. He presented the project to council in February and received donations and support from businesses to make his project a reality. However, the signage constructed at Ciff Cowling Park was spray painted with vulgar language. The park equipment and the concrete were also vandalized. “It was a beautiful project,” said borough manager Brad Flynn during council’s August 3 meeting. “It is upsetting that this has happened.” “I am very angry that somebody did this to an Eagle Scout project,” said Mayor Fiorella Mirabito. She cited vandalism throughout Bath as a reason why the borough is hesitant to construct new facilities. Councilman Tony Kovalovsky said he was disappointed that residents who may have seen the vandalism take place did not call the state police. This anger has prompted Mayor Mirabito and council to consider a possible reward for anyone with information on who the suspect(s) is. Exact details are still being determined. The suspects will be caught, said Mayor Mirabito. In other news, council discussed the borough’s new quality of life ticketing program. This program fines residents who are responsible for blighted property. However, residents violating MS4 regulations may also see themselves subject to fines under the program. Council explained during their meeting that residents who blow grass clippings onto the sidewalk or into the street may face a $25 fine for their first offense. These materials clog drains and sewers. In addition, residents will face fines if they are caught draining their pool water into the street. No chlorine is allowed to enter the storm water system under MS4 regulations. Finally, to the excitement of council, during the meeting Fly-
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nesses. We got a lot of good ones in the area, that’s for sure. Last week I went to a big moving sale in Danielsville and stopped at a farm out there to pick up some sweet corn, it was only $5 for a dozen ears of corn, you can’t beat that... Moore Township is having another free movie night this Friday, they’re featuring Jurassic Park. I sure hope the weather cooperates for them... Did you hear about the gunfire that happened at Cigars International in Bethlehem Township last week? They ended up catching the guy in Slatington. A police officer was shot, luckily no major injuries, and the gunman was flown to a local hospital as he was shot as well. Good police work, thank you to all police officers that were involved, that was a lot of activity for the little town of Slatington... Last week 30 cats and dogs were rescued from a home in Easton where temperatures soared over a hundred degrees in the home. It sickens me when people don’t treat their pets right, I’m just Continued on page 8
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NORTHAMPTON AREA 2020 Distinguished Alumni Award Celebration postponed Submitted by CLAUDIA SHULMAN The Distinguished Alumni Award Committee of the Northampton Area Konkrete Kids Educational Foundation has announced that it has postponed the Distinguished Alumni Award Celebration for this year’s six Northampton Distinguished Alumni honorees from August 30 to Friday, April 23, 2021. The 2020 honorees are Mr. Daryl Amey, Dr. Edgar Balliet, Dr. Linda Koch, Mr. Leo Livengood, Mr. John Mauser, and Mr. Larry Oberly. After careful consideration the DAA Committee decided that the health risks to the guests and the six honorees are just too significant at this time. The Committee members also realized that they would not be able to have the same type of memorable event that truly acknowledges and celebrates the accomplishments of the honorees as done at previous Celebrations if they adhere to the health guidelines currently in place for large group events. The April 23, 2021, Distinguished Alumni Award Celebration will be held at Woodstone Country Club. Updated and detailed information about the Celebration will be publicized in March 2021 and will be available at the Foundation’s website konkretefoundation.org.
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listening to the daily news. I felt and feel the tears and sadness for those families who were not able to be with their loved ones in their time of need. The number of men and women out of work and struggling to make ends meet continually reminds me of how blessed I am. As the months and days go on and the number of virus cases climb, I see the strain of uncertainty and fear in people’s voices. Life, once routine, has changed like a twirling top, moving and changing so quickly that one must hold on tight to what they believe in their heart, even when it is breaking. I have always been a positive person looking at the bright side of anything life handed me. But I must admit during this time, I feel as if a dark cloud is directly over me, following me, trying to cloud my faith. My head feels as if an anchor is weighing me down, keeping me from a desire
to move forward. They say what happens in the heart affects the whole body. Oh, my whirlwind heart, what a strange feeling. Today, as the sky grew dark and the clouds rolled restlessly in the heavens, I was reminded of something that I had forgotten several months ago, something that was taught to me as a child. As I watched the rain pelt my patio door and heard the wind blowing the branches of the Dogwood tree, a calmness started to inch up and fill every part of me with an overwhelming feeling of warmth. The kind of heat you feel when you know that you are not alone. Just then, as the rain slowed down, through the dark clouds, peeked a bright golden ray—the sun. It was at that moment that I realized once again that I was not alone. We are not alone. For in this time of our whirlwind hearts, fears, tears, and uncertainties, he, our Creator,
is present. He is in charge. And he will help us through, if we believe, and ask him to calm our hearts and minds. As I stood there basking in the sunlight of his love, I could almost hear him say, “Ye of little faith” - food for thought. Why is it that we try to fix things we cannot? Or try to understand things that are above our comprehension? Since that day, I can honestly say that I am praying more, giv-
ing my whirlwind heart to him, giving every person around the world to him for he knows those who are ill, those who are hungry, crying, without work, and those who are almost ready to give up. The more I give to him, the better I feel. I finally relinquished the need to change what I cannot change. There are things I can do
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Update on Update on COVID-19 cases COVID-19 cases at Gracedale at Northampton Submitted by BECKY BARTLETT County Prison Northampton County continues to do everything possible during the COVID-19 pandemic to limit exposure to the residents and staff at Gracedale. “Gracedale employees have worked bravely during this outbreak to protect the residents and bring this virus under control,” says Lamont McClure. “They are heroes and, while we know we are not out of the woods yet, as of August 3rd, there are zero cases of COVID-19 at Gracedale Nursing Home.” Out of the 700 employees who work at Gracedale, fifty-seven have tested positive for the Coronavirus. All have finished their quarantine periods and are back at work. Three employees are currently being quarantined due to travel. Gracedale is the largest nursing home under one roof in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. There are 528 residents living at Gracedale with approximately 700 people tasked with caring for them.
Submitted by BECKY BARTLETT The Director of Corrections reports that, as of August 3, eight inmates at the Northampton County Prison (NCP) have tested positive for COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic. All eight have finished their quarantine periods. Since the outbreak began in March, eight NCP employees have tested positive for the virus. All eight have finished their quarantine periods and have returned to work. “The staff and inmates at Northampton County Prison have done a great job at preventing transmission of the virus by wearing masks and practicing proper hand hygiene,” says Lamont McClure. The Prison’s vendor, PrimeCare Medical, is closely monitoring the health of the inmates. Employees and inmates are fol-
lowing guidelines established by PrimeCare Medical to prevent further transmission of the virus. All inmates and employees have their temperatures checked multiple times a day. To protect the health of inmates and employees, volunteers, visitors and tours were banned from the prison on March 10. Inmates may still contact their loved ones via phone, tablets or mail. There are currently 505 inmates in residence at NCP. Northampton County encourages everyone to continue to practice social distancing, to wear a mask when they are out in the community and to get tested for COVID-19 if they have symptoms. A COVID-19 drive-through testing site is available at Coordinated Health—3100 Emrick Blvd. Bethlehem Township, 18020. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday hours are available on August 8 and 22 from 9 a.m. to noon. The drivethrough testing center is located in the parking area to the rear of the Coordinated Health Building and is separate from patient parking and routine patient care.
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CARDS OF THANKS THANK YOU The Family of Eileen “Tooty” Scholl would like to thank our relatives, friends, neighbors and co-workers for the many expressions of sympathy we received at the loss of our beloved mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother. Your cards, mass cards, floral and fruit arrangements, meals, baked goods and donations to the American Legion Post 470 are truly appreciated. A special thank you to Zee of the Bartholomew Funeral Home. Deacon Edward Saukulak, moms neighbor Sylvia and “Tooty’s” special friends Angie and Gigi. We will always remember your kindness and support during this difficult time. George and Barbara Maureka and Family Joan and Bob Faustner and Family John Maureka and Fiancee Jackie Brother Blaine Hoffmeister and wife Gloria. (8/6) NO PLACE LIKE HOME We would like to thank The Bartholomew Funeral Home and especially Zee for his guidance in helping us arrange a beautiful service and farewell to our beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. We all grew up in Bath and having moms services in Bath and especially having her beloved funeral home was very important to her. The hometown feel of using The Bartholomew Funeral Home helped us thru a difficult farewell. Mom loved her hometown of Bath. The residence of Bath should be thankful to have such a wonderful and long time business as The Bartholomew Funeral Home. I am sure Zee’s grandfather (who my mother grew up with) and also Zee’s dad are so proud of the way he has continued their caring and compassionate services to the town of Bath. The Family of Eileen “Tooty” School George and Barbara Maureka and Family Joan and Bob Faustner and Family John Maureka and Fiancee Jackie Brother Blaine Hoffmeister and wife Gloria. (8/6)
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PUBLIC NOTICE-LEGAL ESTATE NOTICE The Estate of RUTH M. PONIST, deceased, of the Borough of Nazareth, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the above Estate were granted to Michael M. Strockoz, Executor, on July 6, 2020. All persons indebted to the Estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claim or demand are to present the same without delay to Michael M. Strockoz, in care of Gregory R. Reed, Attorneyat-Law, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299, Nazareth, PA 18064-0299. (7/23-8/6) ESTATE NOTICE The Estate of ESTHER M. FRANTZ, deceased, of the Township of Upper Nazareth, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the above Estate were granted to Jean Hicks, Executrix, on July 10, 2020. All persons indebted to the Estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claim or demand are to present the same without delay to Jean Hicks, in care of Gregory R. Reed, Attorney-at-Law, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299, Nazareth, PA 180640299. (7/23-8/6) NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING AUGUST 13, 2020 The Northampton Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold its public meeting on Thursday, August 13, 2020, in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, at 7:00 P.M. to review the following appeals: Heather Doll, 1345 Washington Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, for the property located at 1345 Washington Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Parcel No. M4NW2A-10-9 and is located in an R-3 Residential Zoning District. Ms. Doll has replaced an existing fourfoot high chain link fence with a six-foot high solid vinyl fence. The fence is located 16 inches from Church Alley. Ms. Doll is seeking a variance to: Northampton Borough Zoning Ordinance page 250:32, Article V – Supplementary Regulations, §250-18 – Accessory structures and uses, Subsection H. – Fence and wall accessory uses (1) (b) [1] Setback requirements.
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ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Raymond J. Christman, Jr., late of the Borough of Nazareth, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Kay Lynn Marushak, Executrix of the Estate of Raymond J. Christman, Jr. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to Kay Lynn Marushak ℅ Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (7/30-8/13) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Nellie A. Stano, late of the Township of Upper Nazareth, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Thomas Karl Noll, Executor of the Estate of Nellie A. Stano. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to Thomas Karl Noll ℅ Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (7/30-8/13) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Ruth H. Miller, late of the Borough of Northampton, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Bonnie Lee Usher, Executrix of the Estate of Ruth H. Miller. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to Bonnie Lee Usher ℅ Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (7/30-8/13)
ESTATE NOTICE Estate or Frank J. Nickles Jr. late of the Township of East Allen, County of Northampton, and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased. Letters Testamentary on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons indebted to the estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims against to present them in writing without delay to the Attorney noted below. Cynthia Ann Nickles 5505 Colony Dr. Bethlehem, PA 18017 Executor DANIEL G. SPENGLER, ESQUIRE 110 East Main Street Bath, PA 18014 Attorney for the Estate 8/6-8/20) ESTATE NOTICE The Estate of JOSEPH J. HERBERT, deceased, of the City of Easton, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the above Estate were granted to GLORIA HERBERT BUCK, Executrix, on July 28, 2020. All persons indebted to the Estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claim or demand are to present the same without delay to Gloria Herbert Buck, in care of Gregory R. Reed, Attorney-at-Law, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299, Nazareth, PA 18064-0299. (8/6-8/20) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Dolores M. Mengel, late of the Borough of Nazareth, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Charles L. Mengel, Executor of the Estate of Dolores M. Mengel. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to Charles L. Mengel ℅ Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (8/6-8/20)
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Follow The Home News on Twitter ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Mildred E. Watson, late of the Borough of Nazareth, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Carol Ann Pritchard, Beverly I. Hank and Robert B. Stoudt, Executors of the Estate of Mildred E. Watson. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to Carol Ann Pritchard, Beverly I. Hank and Robert B. Stoudt ℅ Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (8/6-8/20) PUBLIC NOTICE 2020-001 The Bath Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, August 24, 2020, at 6:00 PM at the Borough Building located at 121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014 to consider the following application: The appellant, Filia3 LLC, requests a variance of Section 675-64 to increase the maximum impervious coverage allowed to construct a parking lot. The property is located at 336 S Walnut St, Bath, PA 18014, bears Tax Parcel #K6SW1B-31A, and is in the (CH-1) Commercial Highway with Residential Zoning District. Any interested party is welcome to attend and may have an opportunity to be heard. Shawn Leidy Bath Borough Zoning/Code Officer
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Police Blotter Harassment
On June 9, an unidentified victim went into the St. Luke’s emergency room located in Fountain Hill to report being the victim of an assault. The victim refused to cooperate with this investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact PSP Bethlehem at 610861-2026.
PA State Police Troop M involved in Officer shooting
On August 1 at approximately 9:35 a.m., an officer from the Slatington Borough Police Department and two troopers from PA State Police Bethlehem barracks attempted to make a traf-
fic stop at the intersection of E. Washington Street and Second Street in Slatington. Upon making the traffic stop, the operator of the vehicle, Adam Zaborowski, 35 of Slatington, who had an active warrant from the Bethlehem Township Police Department for an incident that occurred on July 31 at Cigars International, exited the vehicle and immediately began shooting at police, striking a Slatington Borough patrol vehicle. Both the Slatington Borough officer and troopers returned fire and struck Zaborowski. After shooting Zaborowski, both the Slatington Borough police officer and troopers administered first aid. Zaborowski was treated at the scene by Northern Valley EMS personnel and transported to the Slatington Airport where Zaborowski was flown to St. Luke’s Fountain Hill by Life Flight 6.
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There were no injuries to the troopers and the Slatington officer suffered a minor injury. Lehigh County Special Operations and Slatington Borough Fire Department both assisted at the scene. Both the PSP and detectives from the Lehigh County District Attorneys Office are jointly investigating this incident. For more information on the PSP, visit www.psp.pa.gov
Possession of Marijuana
On July 29 a Colonial Regional Police officer was dispatched to the Hampton Inn in Easton for a possible domestic in room 104. There were reports of a female being choked and loud banging with things being thrown throughout the room. Through the police investigation, there was a small amount of marijuana lying in plain sight inside the room, occupied by 19-year-old Jahlik Drakes and a female party. Drakes will receive a summons in the mail from Magistrate Capobianco’s office for possession of a small amount of marijuana.
Pennsylvania State Police Troop M reminds the public about No Trespassing on Slateford Viaduct
The Pennsylvania State Police Troop M would like to remind the public that Troopers are enforcing the “No Trespassing” directive located at the Slateford Viaduct, Slateford Road, Upper Mount Bethel Township, Northampton County. The Slateford Viaduct connects Upper Mount Bethel Township (Pennsylvania) to Knowlton Township (New Jersey). The Slateford bridge is owned by the Pennsylvania Northeast Regional Railroad Authority and those who are found trespassing on the property will be charged with Title 18, Section 3503, Criminal Trespass, which can carry a fine up to $300.00. On Wednesday, July 15, Troopers from the Belfast barracks cited two individuals who were trespassing on the bridge. For more information on the Pennsylvania State Police, visit www.psp.pa.gov.
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program and information been available then, he said the search would have been quicker. Mayor Fiorella Mirabito says the program is an “excellent” idea. She said since January 1 to July 31, there were 47 welfare checks in the borough by Pennsylvania State Police. Residents who are interested in enrolling a loved one in the program can call the Borough of Bath administration office for more information. They can also contact office administrator Marena Rasmus by emailing Marena.rasmus@boroughofbath.org. In other news, Mayor Mirabito is working with Sacred Heart Church to see whether the former school’s playground can be kept in the borough. Borough residents and parents of Sacred Heart Students played an instrumental role in constructing the playground, even raffling off a car to raise the funds. Mayor Mirabito hopes the playground can either be sold or donated to the borough. If so, it will be moved to Carl Rehrig Park or Paw Park.
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made any stricter, but Backenstoe believed they already had one of the more restrictive ordinances in the area. “Other townships want to see copies of Lehigh Township’s fireworks ordinance as an example for them. You limit times,” Backenstoe said. There was a law passed by the PA Senate in June that allows larger municipalities in the state to have tighter control of consumer fireworks, but it is only applicable to areas like Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and seven other cities. According to Miller, who reached out to State Senator Mario Scavello (R-40), they didn’t have the votes to get the legislation passed state wide. The Supervisors ultimately advocated for residents to contact their state officials about getting the fireworks laws changed. “Hound your legislators,” Miller said. The next Lehigh Township Supervisors meeting will be on August 11. Since Northampton County is currently in the green phase of Covid-19 mitigation, residents are welcome to attend in person at the municipal building. If you are uncomfortable or unable to attend in person, there is a call-in option available. You can get more information at the Lehigh Township website at www.lehightownship.com.
A Good Listener
By Charles McIlhaney, Jr. Happy Birthday Leos (July 23-August 22). I’ll be 74 years old this year. That’s a lot of “I remember when” tales for anyone willing to listen. These days I find some solitude
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Sitting out behind the barn, Listening intently as I Spin a favorite yarn. There’s never a need to argue, Nor a reason to shout. I find the conversation agreeable And like what I’m talking about. Many are the well-worn tales, All of which I’ve heard before. Still, patiently I bide my time To hear them spun oncemore. Some are of a joyous note, Some a somber tone. But I always lend an attentive ear. I’m the best darn listener I’ve ever known.
Stories from My Heart Continued from page 5 daily to make a difference in the lives of others, like checking in on my older friends and relatives, writing and sending cards to those in senior facilities. Sending a little bouquet to a lonely senior and listening to anyone who is feeling overwhelmed. Crying with and hugging those who have suffered a loss or preparing a meal for a family going through tough times sends a message of hope. For me, the more I do these simple little things, the more my heart settles down. We are in this together with God at the helm. Worry will not change what we are experiencing. Working together in a peaceful, positive way, along with putting our faith and trust in the Creator, will begin to create a sense of hope. And when we believe, great things can start to happen. So, dear readers, when your heart starts whirling with emotions, look up at the sky, listen to the birds sing their beautiful songs, take a walk, or just be still. When your feelings start clouding your thoughts, hang on to your faith, and know that you are not alone.
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glad the pets are safe now. My question is, why have pets at all if you’re not going to treat them right? Anywho...we’re still feauturing our pet photo contest, entries can be emailed to cstroh@ homenewspa.com for a chance to win some prizes. Entries are posted onto Facebook where votes can be cast. We’re also having the photo of the month contest for August; the theme will be Moore Township so if you have photos that feature the beauty of Moore Township, send em in for a chance to be featured on the front page of the newspaper. The deadline for that is August 24 and photos can be sent to the same email address... Well gang I gotta call it quits for this week, stay safe everyone and have a good week and cya next time.