The Home News December 22

Local couple will celebrate 75th Wedding anniversary on Christmas Day

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RUTHANN MANN

Frederick (Fritz) and Evelyn Schramel will celebrate their 75th wedding anniversary on Christmas Day, Dec. 25, 2022. They enjoyed a celebration dinner with their family and friends on Saturday, December 17 at the Northampton Banquet and Events Center. This was a first for the Center and they were very pleased to host this event. The Schramels were presented with a PA House citation in recognition of their noteworthy anniversary from Representative Ann Flood, a commendation from the U.S. Congress from Representative Susan Wild, and a congratulatory letter from Sen. Bob Casey.

“Fritz” met Evelyn Arlene Heckman at a dance hall in Klecknersville, Pa. (which is no

attract. They certainly did, in this case. They began steady dating

Residents of all ages gathered for Nazareth’s annual tree lighting ceremony

By SAVANNAH BROWN

On Friday, December 9, Nazareth held their annual tree lighting ceremony at the circle with special appearances by the Nazareth Area Middle School Chorus, Brielle from All Things Brielle, and of course, the one and only Santa Claus.

The Nazareth Area Middle School Chorus serenaded onlookers with their heartwarming renditions of “Jingle Bells,” “Deck the Halls,” “Up on the Housetop,” “Frosty the Snowman,” “Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” “Santa Claus is Com-

ing to Town,” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas.”

Brielle from All Things Brielle also sang beautiful renditions of “The National Anthem” and an assortment of holiday songs for everyone to enjoy.

Then, Pastor Derek French from the Nazareth Moravian Church provided the word of invocation, asking God to bring the spirit of love, hope, and joy into the hearts of everyone.

Executive Vice President of Affiliated Chambers of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce Jessica O’Donnell-Gower

and her team had a long list of thank you’s to give out for all of the support and assistance in making the tree lighting ceremony possible and special.

The sponsors included toy giveaways from Artistic Toys and

Photo by Debra Becker, taken at Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pa.

Evelyn and Frederick (Fritz) Schramel. longer there) in January 1947. He introduced himself as Fritz. He loved square dancing and Evelyn hated it. They say opposites

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.

Bath Area Food Bank- Distributes food second Tuesday of each month, starting around 9:30 a.m. on lower level of St. John's Lutheran Church in Bath, 206 E. Main St.

Bath Museum- Open third Saturday Jan-Nov. and first Saturday in Dec., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 121 S. Walnut St., Bath. Volunteers needed, call 570-325-2233.

East Allen Township Open Space and Farmland Preservation Committee- Meets third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. New committee members welcome.

Helping Homeless Vets- Weave mats for homeless vets every second and fourth Wed. of the month from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. Prepping for weaving every first and third Wed. of month 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., Mountain View Wesleyan Church 1001 Deemer Rd., Bath. Call 610-837-1190 FMI. Leave message.

Northampton Area Food Bank- Food distribution first three Thursdays from 5 to 7 p.m. and second and third Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m. 1601 Canal St.

Northampton Borough Crime Watch Meeting- Typically held second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Northampton Borough Fire Dept.

and were married on Christmas Day, Dec. 25, 1947.

Evelyn states, “Seventy-five years is a long time and it took more than love; it took a lot of patience, forgiveness, and a lot of God, to get [them] to this day. His strength has allowed [them] both to remain active members of Covenant United Methodist Church.”

Dec. 25, 1947.

They confess that God has truly blessed them during these 75 years and they want to thank Him for allowing both of them to live long enough to celebrate this occasion. They were blessed with two sons, Frederick and wife Marcia and Glenn and wife Gail. They have six grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, six greatgreat grandchildren and one on the way!

Congratulations, happy anniversary and a Merry Christmas to Frederick and Evelyn Schramel!

up 2022

By LAURA KLOTZ

The Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors met on Tuesday, December 13 at 7 p.m. to discuss extensions, leaf pick-ups and other various agenda items.

Township Solicitor David Backenstoe began the meeting by introducing Brian Panella, a local attorney from the firm of Goudsouzian & Associates. He currently serves as the Bethlehem City Council Solicitor and has represented a number of other municipalities and agencies. Panella will be campaigning for a judge’s seat in 2023, and wanted the opportunity for some of the local constituents to put a face to his name and hear about his career and plans. Panella thanked the board members for allowing him a few moments to speak and also for their contributions to the community.

Three different requests were submitted to the board for extensions on time for plan approval. The first concerned the property at 4209 Lehigh Dr., and a representative for Bulldog Properties Land Development attended the meeting to report that their only remaining task is the septic system. The extension until March 31, 2023 was approved. However, no one attended the meeting to represent

the Car Doc land development plan or the Timothy Pitts subdivision, and in the case of the latter, board member Cynthia Miller observed there have been no updates for some time. Solicitor Backenstoe explained that denying the extensions will mean the project representatives must resubmit plans and pay new fees. Both extensions were denied; Backenstoe and Board President Michael Jones will draft letters of explanation.

Another request was also submitted for the Turkey Hill project in Cherryville, this time for plan recording. Township Engineer Michael Muffley stated the plan is in the final draft stage. The board will receive the paperwork in January, but the plan expires at the end of December. Backenstoe explained it is an outside agency slowing the progress and the board cannot deny an extension when that is the case, so the extension was approved. Meanwhile, the Riverview Drive project has taken care of their stormwater and retaining wall issues, and their plan will be presented for the board’s approval in January.

Sandra Hopkins of the recreation board reported the tree lighting ceremony was held on Sunday, December 4 due to in-

clement weather. Attendance was very good and K9 Officer Cash was a big hit. The board is considering holding a Christmas in July event next year in order to enjoy more hospitable conditions. The recreation board will reorganize in January.

Frank Zamadics offered a general apology regarding leaf pickup, as there have been a number of complaints from residents who would have liked it to happen sooner. Zamadics explained one of the leaf trucks broke down and they are awaiting the arrival of parts to repair it. The situation will be mentioned on the township website with a request for residents to please be patient. The tree removal project in Pennsville is likewise delayed, as the company who won the bid has to repair their bucket truck.

Elizabeth Amato reported the zoning board issued 22 permits in November. They have also received an application for a special exception concerning a storage unit and a conditional use application for a solar farm. The former will be brought before the zoning board in January; the latter requires a special meeting, which she will schedule for February. The Board of Supervisors have all read the proposed ordinance concerning landscaping

contractor definitions and uses and approved the motion to advertise it.

Police Chief Scott Fogel reported that despite the rain on December 3, the Toys for Tots drive-through event had an excellent turnout. Township residents filled 20 cartons with donated toys. In other news, traffic work is being done on Timberline Road due to a school bus stop in the vicinity and vehicles running the traffic lights. Chief Fogel remarked there have been a low number of calls in recent weeks and that even crash numbers are down, ending the year on a positive note.

A design for the new police station sign was presented to the board. It was proposed that all of the township buildings be coordinated to match, and Sandra

Hopkins suggested also coordinating the signs with three of the township parks. The issue was tabled until the graphic designer can provide samples of these additional signs.

The Cherryville intersection project is nearly complete and the board should be receiving the final paperwork no later than their second January meeting. A meeting will be scheduled for the maintenance building committee. The 2023 budget was advertised for the required 20 days, and the board unanimously voted to approve the $5.4 million budget and also the ordinance regarding personal shooting ranges.

A few moments were devoted

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monitors which are being considered for the board room. It was explained that these will be used not only by the board but also by the various committees, and will make it easier for audience members to see maps, plans, and other documentation. Board member Cynthia Miller added that this will permit greater transparency and will also possibly enable virtual meetings in the future, to allow more people to attend the meetings remotely.

Township Manager Alice Rehrig reminded everyone that per tradition, there will be no second meeting of the board during the month of December. The meeting concluded with the board’s wishes for everyone to have a very happy holiday season and a prosperous New Year.

The next supervisors meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 10 at 7 p.m. in the municipal building located at 1069 Municipal Rd., Walnutport.

Allen Township Supervisors Request “No Truck” signage On Mud Lane

By KERI LINDENMUTH

An increase in tractor-trailer traffic has led to property damage and frustrated residents along Mud Lane, prompting township supervisors to order new signage restricting truck traffic. The decision came during the Allen Township Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, December 13.

Tractor-trailers attempting to enter the Jaindl-Watson development along Seemsville Road are traveling north on Howertown Road and turning right onto Mud Lane, cutting across a residential property at the corner of the intersection and destroying the property’s front yard. These incidents, explained Supervisor Dale Hassler, have increased substantially over the last several weeks due to construction and barricades at Cesanek Road.

The sharp turn, added Super-

visor Gary Behler, is difficult for RVs, let alone tractor-trailers.

Supervisors requested “No Truck” signage at Mud Lane and Howertown Road and Mud Lane and Seemsville Road. While not enforceable by law, supervisors said the signage should at least deter truck traffic. For police to enforce the signage, the township needs to perform weight restriction and road condition studies.

Supervisors also requested that Jaindl-Watson remove the construction barricades blocking Cesanek Road, which leads into their property.

In other news, two township properties may soon be added to the township’s agricultural security area. Weinhofer Farm, LLC requested that 33 acres at 1656 Weaversville Rd. be added to the zone, while Timothy Sabia has filed a similar request for 14.25

acres at 334 Stagecoach Rd.

Land in the agricultural security area remains an agricultural use but is available for purchase by the commonwealth or the county. Public hearings to approve these two requests will be held on a future date.

Supervisors also received word that their Joint Act 537 sewage facilities plan was approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. As part of this approval, the state requires that the township draft an on-lot septic management ordinance by May.

Finally, future supervisor meetings will now be at a new time. In 2023, all Allen Town-

ship Board of Supervisors meetings will be on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6 p.m. Meanwhile, the Allen Township Planning Commission will meet on the first Monday of every month at 6 p.m. Township residents requested this earlier start time via a survey.

All public meetings will still be recorded and available on the township website by the next business day. The township does not have live stream capabilities yet but may revisit the concept after renovating the municipal building and its AV equipment.

The next Board of Supervisors meeting will be the 2023 reorganization meeting on Tuesday, January 3, at 6 p.m.

StorieS From my Heart

by Cynthia Jean DeLuca

A Young BoY And A TinY nATiviTY

I had the privilege of teaching special education for many years. Although each day had its challenges, they also brought many successes and precious times, especially at Christmas.

When December 1 appeared on the calendar, our classroom began to take on a new look.

Each day, I would have patterns, construction paper, and a sample or two set up on a table where the students could peruse and begin to think about the project they might like to work on first.

I always tried to plan my lessons in a way that would allow extra time for the children to create at the end of the day. It was a time for them to chat with

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one another as they traced, colored, cut, and glued the pieces. I would play a Christmas CD and observe the conversations, smiles, and laughter.

From the small green artificial decorated tree sitting on top of the thick, soft white felt to the red poinsettias with green leaves taped on each window, our room projected warmth and welcomed each one who entered its door. When our lessons were completed and time permitted, the children made Christmas cards and a small gift for their parents. I don't know who enjoyed it more, the children or me watching them.

Early in my teaching career, I had a 7-year-old student who sometimes struggled with his behavior but always tried his best. As the days marched towards Christmas, he worked more to keep himself together. I remember attributing some of the behavior to the excitement of Christmas. But as the days grew closer to

the last day before winter break, his demeanor changed from mischievousness to tears and outbursts. I knew I needed to make a phone call to his family. I desperately needed to get to the bottom of his dilemma.

That afternoon after my students left for home, I phoned and spoke to his Grandmother. She explained that she saw the same behaviors. She also mentioned that he did not want to come to school until after Christmas. My heart fell as I asked her why. She explained that money was very tight and they would be lucky to have a Christmas. This precious Grandmother told me that her grandson was very sad that he would not be able to give me a Christmas present. I explained that a gift was not necessary, that having him as my student was a gift enough.

As I put each student's gifts under the tree the following day, I thought about the previous afternoon's conversation. What could I

say to help this young man understand that he was important to me? Seeing his smile as he walked through our classroom door and the excitement on his face as he raised his hand to answer a question was his gift to me.

Soon it was time for the children to arrive. I could hear my 12 students coming down the hall. Their excitement for the holiday festivities filled the air. Eleven students asked if they could deliver small gifts to their special teachers, the school secretary, and the custodian.

As they left to play Santa, my little friend, who was struggling, walked up to my desk. He handed me a somewhat scrunched brown lunch bag. Inside the bag was a little plastic nativity scene that almost fit in the palm of my hand.

This sweet boy smiled as he said, "It's for you, for

Christmas." My heart was overwhelmed. I smiled and said, "It's beautiful. Thank you!" For the first time in a few days, this little boy smiled. Then he looked over at the gifts under the tree and asked, "Is there a gift for me?" Once again, I smiled and said, "Of course, everyone will get a gift."

Our morning was filled with reading holiday stories, Christmas word searches, and completing unfinished work. The children also made holiday cards for the cafeteria ladies. After lunch, we reviewed newly learned math concepts and worked on a fun Santa math worksheet until it was time for the school's holiday assembly. After the assembly, my students opened up their gifts before returning to

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their homerooms to celebrate with their classmates.

The hustle and bustle was over, and the room was quiet. I decided to call my

7-year-old student's Grandmother and share with her the wonderful day that her grandson had. She seemed surprised to hear what I was telling her, especially when I mentioned the tiny nativity in the brown bag.

Grandmother was quiet for a moment, then said, "Now I know why he was up in the attic. That little nativity was

given to him last Christmas. He kept it in his bedroom until it was time to put the Christmas things away. He loved that nativity. And he loves you.”

I grabbed a tissue while sitting at my desk and wrote my last thank you card. It was a card with simple written words: “Thank you for the beautiful nativity. You

are important to me. Merry Christmas!” Then I carried the card down to the little boy's homeroom and asked if I could see him for a moment. I handed him the card and asked him to open it. As we read the card together, he looked up with loving eyes and then hugged me. I thanked him for the Christmas hug, then walked back to my room with a happy heart.

Over my many years of teaching, I have received many Christmas presents from my students. Although I enjoyed receiving each gift, the nativity once loved by this caring boy holds a special place in my heart. In giving, we receive our best gift—the gift of love.

One Small Child

By Lila Sabia

Someday we may come to see, The love he has for you and me.

Then, maybe it will come to pass, That joy and peace and love will last.

The Christmas Stockings

By C.E. McIlhaney Jr.

Part I-

Christmas

The Day Before

Once in Bethlehem’s days of old,

On the poorest side of town, A young boy came in from Winter’s cold.

And by the fire, plopped himself down.

His only stockings, which he had worn,

He hung by the fire with care, So that with the next day’s morn,

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the entire Crew at The Bath Volunteer Firefighters and Ladies Auxiliary.

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Early on a chilly morn, One small child for us was born. So great was he, That many came to see. As he lie there in a manger, They knew at once he was no stranger. This child with eyes and arms opened wide, Brought peace and joy to them inside.

They’d be warm and dry and ready to wear.

Though threadbare and faded their woven plaid,

Still against Winter’s cold and storms,

So long as with his stockings clad,

His feet kept snug and warm.

is asking the community for donations of horses to support its mounted patrol unit.

Now once a year on Christmas day, We thank the Lord, he came our way.

and out of the store. Police were waiting outside and took the pair into custody. The male was identified as 38-year-old Aflord Morgan of Easton and the female was identified as 34-year-old Akilah Elbey of Easton. Loss prevention totaled the stolen items at

Then again he sat himself down

With his bare feet up close to the fire,

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The department maintains a stable at its training academy in Hershey and relies on donations to fill a complement of 28 horses. The animals are deployed statewide for searches, crowd control, security, and patrol of remote areas. They also participate in parades, demonstrations, and other

ings between the ages of five and 15 and stand between 16 hands (5 foot 4 inches at the shoulder) and 18 hands tall. Draft and draft-crosses are the preferred breed. Thoroughbreds and other

Animals must have quiet, sound dispositions and be free of serious stable vices. Horses will be accepted on a 120-day trial basis to determine their suitability. A veterinary examination will also

Since 2015, horse owners from across the commonwealth have donated 12 horses to the

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And wiggled his toes, all plump and round, Til his eyes grew heavy and tired.

Soon, his mother tucked him into his bed, As he popped his toes out from the blanket’s folds.

And as the pillow caressed his contented head, Her bedtime story she always told.

After his prayers and her readings were done, Those from her book of ancient wonder, She squeezed each toe one by one And said as he fell into slumber-

This little piggy went to market, This little piggy stayed home, This little piggy had roast

beef, This little piggy had none, And this little piggy…….

But always before her story’s end, He could stay awake no more. Always before the last piggy’s tend, He eased to dreams of whimsy stored.

Part II- Christmas Eve

In wee of night, through his window pane, Shining bright to his wakened eye, A star over far off stable remained Hung fixed in the darkened sky.

So he crept out to the fire’s place, For his precious stockings to wear.

And with a soft and curious pace, Went out into the cold night’s air.

Then at the stable in a manger he found

to the fire’s place, The last little toe could hold no more.

And as a tear rolled down his face, The last little piggy melted upon the floor.

How sad would be his Mother’s wail

To find his feet left with just ten little bumps, And never again recite her bedtime tale, While she squeezed each toe so round and plump.

So with heavy heart, he hid his stubbles

In his bed under the blanket’s folds.

Yet, with peaceful thoughts were eased his troubles, To know the baby’s feet were warm in the cold.

Part III- Christmas Day

Early he awoke on Christmas morn

And found by the fire in array, A new pair of stockings, yet never worn, Adorning the mantel in festive display.

And with far echo of carols sung, And lingering aura of Christmas Eve, Glorious, from the tenterhooks they hung With colors bright and voluptuous weave.

So best he thought, before his Mother awakens, To hide his feet within the stocking’s folds.

That she would know not of his toes forsaken When he ran home barefoot in the night’s cold.

But when he slipped his feet inside, Much to his delight he found Each stocking with five toes

occupied. Ten in all of plump and round.

And the toes, with magic of Christmas glow, One each for his loss in perfect match, Were as with miracle to his feet bestowed.

The ten little piggies all reattached.

That night, when his Mother tucked him into bed, She held her book of mystic schemes.

And told again the story last time she read, When too soon he eased into his dreams.

The story of the very first Christmas Day, And of Jesus in a stable born, Who smiles on those show

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It’s the time of year when we offer our sincere thanks to you for the help you’ve given us.

I t’sthe time of year when we offer our sincere thanks to you forthe help you’ve given us.

Merr y Christmas!

Merry Christmas!

A baby in swaddling clothes, Who into the air, all plump and round, Held high his tiny toes.

Shepherds and Wisemen stood by in awe

With gifts of frankincense, myrrh and gold.

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Toward home he had but one desire, As he walked as fast as he could, To warm his cold feet by the fire, Which were frozen numb as blocks of wood.

With quickened pace, he began to run

To spare his toes their frigid plight.

But as he ran, they snapped off one by one

And disappeared into the night.

Gone the little piggy went to market, Gone the little piggy stayed home, Gone the little piggy had roast beef, Gone the little piggy had none.

And when finally with his feet

Edward K. Holzer, Sr. Edward K. Holzer, Sr., 83 of Bath, Pa., passed on Dec. 12, 2022, at VNA Hospice House of St. Luke's in Bethlehem, Pa.

Born March 16, 1939 in Allentown, Pa., he was the son of the late Joseph Holzer and the late Fannie (Polzer) Holzer. Edward was the husband of the late Linda (Keiser) Holzer, with whom he shared 55 years of marriage with.

Edward served in the United States Army from 1961 until 1967, and earned the rank of a PFC (E-3) (P). He was a self employed contractor for 40 plus years. In his free time, he enjoyed doing outdoor work, and hunting. He loved Cadillacs, owning at least five of them throughout his life.

Survivors: Daughter, Christine wife of James Mills of Moore Twp, Pa., brother, George Holzer, sister, Helen; grandchildren: Michael Holzer, Joseph Mills and wife Kimberly, Cheyenne Mills, and Dakota Mills. He was predeceased by son, Edward Holzer, Jr., brothers, Frank, Ignatz, Joseph, William, John, Fred, Robert, Rodney and Rudy Holzer, and sister, Frieda.

Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Avenue, Northamp-

ton, PA. 18067, has been entrusted with his care.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schislerfuneralhomes.com.

Vincent M. Kier

Vincent M. Kier, 47, of Klecknersville, formerly of Honeybrook, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 15, 2022, at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg. He was the loving husband of Stacy D. (Hoch) Kier. Stacy and Vince would have celebrated 13 years of marriage on December 26. Born in Coatesville, he was a son of the late Thomas H. and Joyce E. (Delp) Kier. Vince grew up in Southeastern, Pa., and was a graduate of Twin Valley High School, Class of 1993. He was a rigger/crane operator and a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 542, Philadelphia. Vince dedicated his life to emergency services and was proudly serving as Fire Lieutenant and President of Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Company. He was also a member of Manoquesy Lodge No. 413 F. & A.M., Bath, Valley of Allentown Lehigh Consistory,

Rajah Shrine, and Christ Church Little Moore United Church of Christ. Vince was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan, enjoyed country music, and he loved kids.

Survivors: In addition to his loving wife, Stacy, he will be dearly missed by a brother, Timothy J. Keir and wife, Bethanne, of Reading; a sister, Sarah E. Rickard of Moore Township; Ashley, Christopher, and Jessica, to whom Vince was instrumental in their lives; nieces and nephews, Jeff, Bryan, Jon, Jennifer, Nathan, Katlin, Gabriel, Kiera, Kaylee and Connor; along with greatnieces and great-nephews. Vince was predeceased by a brother, Matthew H. Kier; and a brotherin-law, Christopher M. Rickard.

Services: A funeral service will be held on Friday, Dec. 23, 2022, at 1 p.m. in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, LLC, 2165 Community Drive, Route 946, in the Village of Moorestown –Bath, PA 18014, and will conclude with Firefighter Honors at Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Company. Friends and relatives are invited to call on Friday morning from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will be private.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Company, 2718 Mountain View Drive, Bath, PA 18014.

Hiya gang, it sure got cold out didn’t it? We had our first bit of snow and sleet last week, wasn’t too bad though. We have a little more snow comin’ Thursday and then it’ll be in the 50s Friday! Burr it’s not even supposed to reach 20 degrees though on Christmas Eve! May not be a White Christmas but it sure will be a cold one. Be sure to stay warm and check on loved ones and neighbors… Boy oh boy, Da Bears played a good game against the Eagles, I was worried there for a little bit!…Our thoughts are with the family of Mr. Vincent Kier. Vincent was the Klecknersville Rangers Vol. Fire Co.’s Fire Lieutenant and President…

The memorial services for the New Tripoli fallen firefighters, Assistant Chief Zachary Paris and Firefighter Marvin Gruber, were held last Saturday at Northwestern Lehigh Middle School. Many, many people came out to pay their respects to Assistant Chief Paris and Firefighter Gruber who were killed a few weeks ago battling a fire in Schuylkill County…Lotsa sickness goin’ around right now, I’ve been sick myself since last Tuesday, finally starting to get better though…We hope you enjoy looking through our annual Christmas issue, we always enjoy working on it for you. From the entire staff at The Home News, we hope you and yours have a safe, healthy and happy holiday season. Cya next time, stay warm!

Gab Over The Fence by Pete G. Ossip

“Now where’s my little piggies,” she said, As he poked his toes up from the blanket’s folds. And with all the comfort of a boyhood stead, His Mother her bedtime story told.

This little piggy went to market,

This little piggy stayed home, This little piggy had roast beef, This little piggy had none, And as she squeezed each toe in her gentle way, He wondered how she could have known, While drifting to sleep, he heard her sayAnd this little piggy ran wee wee wee all the way home. The End

Winners

By HOME NEWS STAFF

EAST BATH 120

25 – Thomas Hensel

24- Jim Delong, Drew Hensel, Tim Manning 23 - Josh Christ Jr., Travis Foose, John Manning, Roger Muschilitz, Greg Spadoni

RANGER LAKE

25 – Allan Hunter

Team Standings

989 East Bath 988 Ranger Lake 977 Blue Ridge 957 Copeechan

Week 15

120

24- Roy Knipe, Mark Ryan, Tony Subjin 23 – Ashley Hunter, Chet Karpyn, Al Onkotz, Chuck Pammer, Jim Williams

With a ‘sweep’ of Farmersville by scores of 6-1, 2-0, and 4-3 in 10 innings, Dryland moves back into 1st place in the Dart League. Hitters for Dryland were Shawn Sigley 6 for 11, Bernie Yurko 5 for 12 and Rich Durn 4 for 13(HR). For Farmersville, Linda George was 5 for 7, Sue Grim 4 for 12 and Ben Kerbaugh 4 for 13.

Star of Bethlehem lost to St. Paul’s 7-2 after winning the 1st 2 games 3-2 and 2-1. Leading the way for Star of Bethlehem was Jacob Hoffert 7 for 13 with Maya Stickler hitting a HR, while Rich Kern was 7 for 13, with Jennifer Erkinger and Kevin Gross were 6 for 13 apiece.

We find Emmanuel ‘sandwiching’ 4-2 and 5-2 wins around a 2-1 loss to Ebenezer. Top hitters included Chuck Achenzie 4 for 11 with HR’s from Jon Rice and Judy Hoffert. Paul Yoder was 5 for 12 and Brendan Blevins added a HR for Ebenezer.

The final match saw Christ UCC beating Light of Christ 1-0 and 3-2, losing the ‘nightcap’ 2-1. George Gasper was 5 for 10, Ed Yost 3 for 9, and Eric Yocum with a HR for Christ UCC. For Light of Christ, Eric Harper was

5 for 12, Andy Mickelson 4 for 11, and ‘Buzz’ Heidecker 3 for 9(HR).

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Dryland 26 16

Star of Bethlehem 27 18

Emmanuel 24 21

St. Paul’s 23 22

Christ UCC 20 22

Ebenezer 21 24

Farmersville 16 23

Light of Christ 17 28

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Bath Commercial Bowling League Week No. 15 Standings

Team Won Lost

Bath Supply 36 24

Stars & Strikes 35 25

Maxx

Amusements 34 26

Broken Tackle 31 29

Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering 31 29

Daku Auto Body 28 32

Vince Bauer

Fiberglass Repair 25 35

Rice Family 20 40

FIRST HALF CHAMPIONS –BATH SUPPLY

Bath Supply (3)

Steve Kerbacher 627 (214-221)

Frank Yeakel 615 (235-207)

Brent Connolly 599 (248)

Jeff Kerbacher 583 (254)

Frank Donchez 547 (210)

Maxx Amusements (1)

Earl Holland Jr 597 (228-216)

George Hyde 532

Earl Holland Sr 511

Bill Bachman 500

Stars & Strikes (3)

Bob Davidson III622 (224-224)

Frank Pavlov 599 (223-204)

Lee Hilbert 574 (213)

Ben Bogdan 524

Broken Tackle (1)

Ed Zupko 644 (246-202)

Shannon Quick 633 (212-231)

Butch Riddle 605 (220)

Barry Stockwell 548 (212)

Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering (1)

Terry Bartholomew 569

Josh VanDoren 563 (200) Ty Pagotto 515

Daku Auto Body (3)

Marc Beichey 626 (236-227)

Scott Bortz 618 (247)

Bob Daku 606 (212-214)

Al Davidson 530

Vince Bauer

Fiberglass Repair (4)

Wyatt Davidson 534 (206) Neal Zettlemoyer 525

Vince Bauer 524 (213)

Rice Family (0)

Chris Reeser 553 (201)

John Sverha 514 (210)

Bath Industrial League Week 14 Standings

Team Won Lost

Taylor Honey 37 19 WTF 37 19

D&R Precision Machine 31 25

Colorite 30 26

G&L Sign Factory 27 29

Liberty Recycling 24 32

Palmer Trophy & Awards 19 37

Fensty’s Restoration 19 37

G&L SIGN FACTORY - 1

Paul Duda 468

Don Schoeffling 387 Brian Silvius 491 Bill Fortner 570(205) Jason Eberts 531(203)

COLORITE - 3

Don Arndt 477

Jose Negron 410 Steve Glesias 497

Bryan Heckman 594(212) Noah Durnin 724(256,242)

D&R PRECISION

MACHINE - 3

Brian Dilley 722(242,245)

Dave Roman 589(232)

Rick Dilley 563(210)

Josh Horninger 438

Butch Post 619(245,203)

LIBERTY

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George Hyde 546

Randy Fritz 357

Bill Bachman 481

Earl Holland Jr 597

Butch Holland Sr 528

FENSTY’S RESTORATION - 4

Joe Schwartz 441

Mark Flamisch 467

Jeff Lear 566(207)

Marty Csenscits 580(210)

Matt Paulus 577(216)

PALMER TROPHY - 0

Ed Gallagher 558

Joe Mandarino 513(234)

Kurt Berger 563(194)

James Joniec 378

Jimmy Bendekovitz 562(200)

TAYLOR HONEY - 3

Ed Taylor 595(205)

John Hotter 324

Scott Friebolin 616(237)

Mark Janda 541(213)

Milt Kelly 548(227)

WTF - 1

James Mandarino 457

Shawn Kulick 460

Robert Kulick 499

Bruce Walters 511(181)

Mike Klement 616(255)

Sermonette

The Best Gift

By Franklin Homme

As 2022 draws to an end, our minds are filled with thoughts of Christmas and singing Christmas carols, reminding us of the most important event in history up until that time. But there is something else greater coming in the future-Jesus’ return. Most of us are familiar with the story of His birth but how much do we know about His second coming? Does Christmas bring joy to you? It should, but it will not have any joy for you unless you have received this precious Savior into your heart. If you have, then you have a joy which is unspeakable (Luke 2:8-11).

Do you (we) remember the excitement you (we) felt about Christmas when you were a child? Some of you may have checked the tags on the gifts to find out which ones were yours and even may have shook each one trying to guess what was inside. Then Christmas finally arrived, you couldn’t wait to tear the paper off so you could play with your new toy. (When I was a child we got one.) And we were happy. Merry Christmas!

With the passage of time and increased maturity, our opinion regarding Christmas changes. But the reason for celebrating grows deeper and more meaningful as our focus shifts from gifts to Christ. The tree should remind us of the tree Jesus died on to pay for our sins. God had to become flesh to die, so He could save us.

(Cor. 8:5) The lights testify that He is the light of the world, and the gifts are a mere shadow of the greatest gift ever Given-Jesus Christ (John 1:9). What can we say about this priceless present?

Coleridge, the port, wrote, “The gift without the giver is bare.” We could say this is true.

The giver of this amazing gift was God the Father. Jesus was the perfect gift. The Son of God is the most precious gift given. God’s gift to us is eternal. So many of the presents we open on Christmas Day quickly become old and useless. Jesus as a Christmas gift is both personal and universal. Jesus came to offer Himself as the sacrifice for sins to all the world to believe in Him and call on His name for salvation (Rom. 10:11-13)-(Luke 2:12).

We will probably receive many gifts during our lifetime, but the one who arrived on that first Christmas night in the stable is the only one that really matters. Although you can’t see or touch Him, He is always with you if you know Him as your Sav-

ior. He’ll love unconditionally, cleanse you from all sins, and one day bring us (you) home to himself in Heaven. No wonder Paul exclaimed, “Thanks be to God for His indiscernible gift!” (Cor. 9:15).

As a new year approaches, consider whether you’re ready to meet the Lord when He returns. I pray that the expectation of His return will draw you to Him and encourage you to live with the hope of seeing Jesus face to face. As we get older we realize what is the best gift. Consider starting the new year by reevaluating your commitment to the Lord. The greatest, most important gift you will ever give to God will be yourself. The truth is that each of us has gifts that can be used to serve and help others. Many people around our area are dealing with the loss of loved ones. God may call on us to buy food, or give someone a Christmas gift. Pray for friends and strangers. We will show our faithfulness when we listen and obey God’s call for us to be benefactors (John

13:15). Nothing can equal your joy of having and knowing the Savior, Jesus. Good luck on your resolutions. A prayer: Joy and consolation for those far from home.

Robert J. Miklas, Broker/Appraiser

Rebecca Miklas, Associate Broker Rosalie Miklas-Gebhardt, Realtor/ABR Michael Dickinson, Realtor Kristy Fogel, Realtor Suzete Campos, Realtor

Easton Couple’s

$1M gift to St. Luke’s Will fund Patient care And medical Education

Submitted by SAMUEL KENNEDY

Easton residents Anthony (Tony) and Adrienne DaRe have pledged $1 million to St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) to help fund the construction of the Women & Babies Tower at St. Luke’s Allentown and establish an endowment for scholarships to the Temple/St. Luke’s School of Medicine.

“We are making this personal investment to ensure that St. Luke’s is able to provide world class healthcare to our community for another 150 years,” said the couple.

This year, St. Luke’s is celebrating its 150th anniversary of serving the health needs of the region, which began with the founding of the St. Luke’s University Hospital in Fountain Hill.

Half of the gift from the DaRes will support the expansion of community access to high-quality birthing, postpartum and newborn services, including neonatal intensive care at St. Luke’s Allentown. Ground was broken in November to begin construction of the 85,000-square-foot tower that will house these services. Completion of the project is expected in early 2024.

“We are indebted to the DaRes for their generosity, which will help ensure that patients at the St. Luke’s Allentown Campus have access to a brand-new facility, new services and an increased level of care that allows babies to remain in their own community with their families,” said Elizabeth Dierking, MD, Vice Chair, St. Luke’s Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Director of the St. Luke’s OB/GYN Residency Program.

Two of the couple’s children were born at St. Luke’s, and their daughter, Adele received critical, compassionate care at St. Luke’s for a significant medical emergency when she was only three years old.

“The amazing doctors and nurses at St. Luke’s were there for her in a heartbeat,” said the DaRes.

The remaining $500,000 will create scholarships for students at Temple/St. Luke’s Medical School, which remains the region’s first and only medical

Northampton Borough Council Approves final 2023 budget, Considers request from UGI

By SAVANNAH BROWN

Northampton Borough Council met Thursday, November 15 to discuss final approval for the 2023 budget, snow and ice removal, and to consider various requests.

First, council began by unanimously granting final approval to the 2023 annual budget.

Next, council members unanimously approved an ordinance fixing the tax rate for the Borough of Northampton for the 2023 year. The property tax will be set at 11.5 mills and all other taxes previously enacted and reenacted will remain the same. There will be no tax increase for residents.

Borough Solicitor Brian Panella had a reminder for residents that under Borough Ordinance Article 4, Section 210-22, property owners must clear out snow and ice around their area and sidewalks within 24 hours of the ending of the snowfall. This includes fire hydrants, which must be entirely shoveled out.

Various boards and commissions such as the Board of Health, Zoning Hearing Board, and Planning Commission have vacancies if residents are interested, and the borough is also looking to hire a clerk. More information about these positions can be found on the borough website, www.northamptonboro.com.

In other news, Vice President Julia Kutzler stated that several

fire departments responded to a fire at 2121 Hokendauqua Ave.

“The damage from the actual fire was minimal, however, the sprinkler system necessitated evacuating the building, the power had to be shut off, and the American Red Cross came and provided shelter to the residents that could not stay with family or friends,” said Kutzler.

When asked about the status of the tenants, Borough Manager LeRoy E. Brobst stated that the property management company would need to have the building inspected and they were going to be contacting Key Codes to do a walkthrough to make sure everything is as it should be. Brobst explained there are three units that have some work that needs to be done, but that all other units should be occupied within the week.

Kutzler also shared that Northampton has secured a public safety grant for $14,300 to replace the sign at the fire station.

Next, council unanimously approved the request for a handicapped parking zone at 1213 Main St. by Northampton Diner.

Council also unanimously approved a request from UGI, which will allow UGI to update services within borough limits. UGI is requesting relief from the moratorium that prohibits street excavation between November 1 and March 31.

“If you are aware of the steel

plated 10th and Main Street, it currently covers a medium pressure station. The connection through this goes to Washington Avenue between Main Street and East 10th Street and much of the territory to the east of Washington Avenue. They are proposing to replace the services on Washington Avenue and Lincoln Avenue and a few small other areas for two purposes: first, if the medium pressure station at 10th and Main Street should fail, the entire area would be without gas service, and second, once the area is updated, the steel plate can be removed and permanently restored,” Brobst explained.

Council hopes that this will eliminate potential accidents from the steel plate once it is removed and the road is permanently restored.

Last, Kutzler shared the Northampton Borough Police Department’s report for the month of November. There were 468 total dispatches, which included 128 incidents, 14 accidents, 30 traffic citations, two non-traffic citations for disorderly conduct and harassment, 98 parking tickets, 13 domestics in progress, 47 9-1-1 incidents, and 11 arrests for DUI, fleeing and attempting to elude, harassment, resisting arrest, terroristic threats, and other.

Assistant to the Borough Manager Brian Welsko also reported that this meeting would most likely be the last meeting without livestreaming because cameras are being installed within the next two weeks.

The entire council wished residents a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

The January council meetings will be held Thursday, January 5 at 7 p.m. and Thursday January 19 at 7 p.m. in the Northampton Borough offices, located at 1401 Laubach Ave.

$1M gift

Continued from page 12 school. Temple/St. Luke’s graduates 40 new physicians each year, many of whom remain local to

take care of patients in the community.

“A generous gift of this magnitude during a critical national physician shortage will expand St. Luke’s ability to prepare our new doctors to take care of us in the not-too-distant future,” said

Shaden Eldakar-Hein, Senior Associate Dean of the Medical School.

The medical school awards more than $1.5 million in scholarships annually to help offset the high cost of medical education.

The DaRe family’s connection to St. Luke’s dates back more than a century.

“St. Luke’s has cared for loved ones over the last four generations,” the couple said.

“My family settled in the City of Allentown over 100 years ago,” explained Tony. “Having the ability to support the critical care that St. Luke’s is committed to providing residents via the Allentown and Sacred Heart campuses fills us with pride.” He is a member of the board of trustees for St. Luke’s Sacred Heart Campus.

Tony also serves as Chief Executive Officer at BSI Corporate Benefits, a nationwide employee health benefits organization based in Bethlehem. BSI has sent over 100 clients through St. Luke’s ExecuHealth Program which offers participants a focused, evidence-based picture of their overall health and wellbeing in one day.

“It is with a tremendous amount of pride and humility that Adrienne and I are making this investment in our community,” said Tony.

“St. Luke’s continues to be the heart of our community, providing personalized care for so many and educating the next genera tion of world-class doctors. We are honored to support this ex traordinary health system as it continues to make the region a better place to live, learn, work and enjoy life.”

Christmas Lights: A Judgmental Guide

By JASE GRAVES

One of my fondest childhood memories of Christmas in the 1970s was riding around in the family station wagon, “Bessie,” to look at Christmas lights while I whined to my parents about

our house was exemplary in its presentation of illuminated holiday décor, and even now, his legendary displays make my own attempts look like those of an unsupervised toddler with a LiteBrite toy.

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now that I’m an adult (sort of), I take pride in climbing on the roof and crawling around the yard for the sake of an electrified Christmas spectacle that makes me feel like I’ve sprained everything except my belly button.

Maybe because of the intense effort I put into my own residential Christmas lights, I’ve become a bit of a snob when evaluating those of others–to the point that I’ve come up with the following categories:

The Griswold

This is the type of display for which I strive each year. It includes every string of lights that can be scrounged up from the attic – along with a cartload purchased as soon as Walmart replaces the Brach’s Mellowcreme Pumpkins with Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes in late October. This is the kind of overwhelming display that might cause acute retinal damage with prolonged exposure. It’s truly a sight to behold – if you dare.

The My-Wife-Made MeDo-It

This display (if you can call it that) is clearly installed under duress – and probably during the commercial breaks of a Dallas Cowboys football game. The jumbled lights look as if they’ve been strung by someone being attacked by hornets, and they include the absolute minimum –maybe one string of bulbs and a mildewed inflatable Nutcracker sagging toward the storm drain. It’s better than nothing–but just barely.

The Cheater

It’s obvious that someone paid big bucks to have professionals do all the work on this geometrically-precise display with meticulous ridge line coverage. It’s beautiful, no doubt, even bordering on the Griswold, but I say that if you aren’t in a bad mood and in need of prescription painkillers when you’re done, it doesn’t count.

The Grinch

This is the house without so much as a plastic baby Jesus glowing on the porch, a single cheap light-up deer in the yard, or even a wreath of dilapidated pine cones on the front door. It’s almost ostentatiously dark and gloomy.

When I see these houses during the holidays, I often catch myself mumbling something like, “How can they not put out a single decoration? Are they out of Tylenol?”

My wife inevitably replies, “Maybe they can’t afford decorations. They could be ill or elderly. Or maybe they don’t celebrate Christmas.”

Then I feel like The Grinch, Scrooge, The Abominable Snow Monster, Heat Miser, Mr. Potter, Frank Shirley and Scut Farkus all rolled into one insensitive naughty-list doofus.

It’s at those times that I need a good lecture from Linus in “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Sure, Snoopy has the best lights, but Linus knows what Christmas is all about.

Grandma Siegfried’s Molasses Cookies

Courtesy of the Bath Museum, 121 S. Walnut St., Room 101, 570-325-2233

Ingredients

1 cup granulated sugar ¾ cup Crisco (no oil) 1 large egg

cup baking molasses (Brier Rabbit mild flavor) 2 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. ground ginger 1 tsp. cinnamon

Directions

Cream Crisco and sugar until fluffy, add molasses and egg. Beat well- sift (yes sift), remaining ingredients together-add to creamed mixture- mix well. Refrigerate overnight. Roll into balls then thin strips. Roll in granulated sugar. Bake on an ungreased cookie sheet for 12 minutes at 350 degrees. Leave on pan for a few minutes as they break easily.

Nazareth Garden Club holds annual Christmas party and awards

Submitted by SANDEE RINEHART

The Nazareth Area Garden Club held their annual Christmas party at Dryland UCC, 4415 Newburg Rd. on Monday, December 5. The following awards

were given for most first places throughout the year:

Horticulture- Debbie DeSousa Arrangements- Novice: Ruth Dennison; Intermediate: Nancy Reilly; Advanced: Sandee Rinehart.

The officers for the upcoming 2023 year are President, Bambi Sampson; Vice President, Debi Stinner; Treasurer, Ann Miller; and Secretary, Kathy Juran. Our thanks to the church and to Rich Durn and Karen Lambert

for our wonderful dinner.

The first 2023 meeting will be on March 21 at the Dryland UCC at 7 p.m. We are always accepting new members. For more information, please call Sandee Rinehart at 610-360-8370.

Watch for the announcement of the program for the March meeting. Visitors are always welcome.

High School on December 28 and 29.

The Nazareth Girls Basketball team played host to East Stroudsburg North on December 13 and won, then went to Freedom on December 16 and won. They competed at Central on December 20, and next will be in a tournament for the holidays at Pocono Mountain West on December 28 and 29.

By ANDY WEAVER

The Nazareth Boys Basketball team lost to East Stroudsburg North on December 13, then were at home to host Freedom on December 16 and lost. The boys hosted Central on December 20 and next are in a holiday tournament at Whitehall on December 28 and 29. The Nazareth Wrestling team were at Freedom on December 14 and won, then hosted Whitehall on December 21 on Community Night. Next they will be in the Bethlehem holiday tournament at Liberty

The Nazareth Swimming team went to Whitehall on December 13 and both the boys and girls won. They hosted Freedom on December 20 and next will host Stroudsburg on December 27.

The Nazareth Competition Cheerleaders had a Junior Varsity Competition on December 18 at Parkland and the JV Team won first place.

For up-to-the-minute sports news, visit https://nazarethsports. webador.com/.

Carl’s Corner In Nazareth Celebrates One year Anniversary

Submitted by NICOLE MILES

On Thursday, December 14, the Nazareth Area Chamber of Commerce, a proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, celebrated the one year anniversary of the Carl’s Corner Nazareth’s opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Carl’s Corner officially opened the doors of its Nazareth location on Dec. 7, 2021. This location is the second one for Carl’s Corner owners, Matt and Cindy Weintraub who took over ownership of their first location in 2017. Carl’s Corner Nazareth is located at 848 Nazareth Pike, Nazareth. Carl’s Corner focuses on providing affordable sandwiches to families in the Bethlehem and Nazareth areas and is very active in charitable fundraising. At both Bethlehem and Nazareth locations, the menu boasts cold and hot sandwiches, burgers, beef and chicken steak sandwiches, salads, and fryer delights. For more information and to stay up to date on their menu and specials, visit the Carl’s Corner website or Facebook page.

“Any time a new business opens their doors, we are thrilled to be a part of their celebration, but with the pandemic and the challenges of our recent economy and workforce, Carl’s Corner did not have a chance to fully celebrate the excitement of a grand opening for their second location last year,” commented Nicole Miles, Nazareth Area Chamber liaison for the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce. “We absolutely love having Matt, Cynthia, and David in Nazareth and couldn’t think of a more amazing family to congratulate on their one year anniversary. We are excited and honored to present them with a Certificate

Promotions and Mario Andretti, an ice carving from Lehigh Valley Hospital for Christmas in Nazareth, character sponsors by Dr. Susan’s PH Integrative Health and Wellness and Weis Markets for Olaf and the Grinch, elf trail presenting sponsor Truist Bank, warm hands sponsor Nazareth Mutual Insurance, shuttle sponsor Easton Coach Company, local merry sponsor Nazareth YMCA, candy cane sponsor Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Choice Properties, Santa’s ride provided by Vigilance Hose Fire Co., comfort station sponsored by Mayor Lance E. Colondo and his wife Bobbie Colondo, main street sponsor Keystone Consulting Engineers, decorations sponsored by Force Gymnastics, Embassy Bank, Nazareth Hometown Hardware, Stofanak Custom Cabinetry, J. P. Mascaro & Sons, ESSA Bank, and Nazareth Army Navy, print sponsor FASTSIGNS of Easton, and entertainment sponsors Brielle from All Things Brielle and DJ Reilly from Reilly Entertainment Group.

The Nazareth Borough Council, the police department, and the public works department were also thanked for their assistance in the holiday festivities.

Next, State Representative Joe Emrick shared a few words, thanking O’Donnell-Gower for all of her efforts to put the ceremony together and requested that next year she use her direct line with Santa at the North Pole to get Buddy the Elf to come to the tree lighting ceremony.

Mayor Lance Colondo recognized the public works department for doing an outstanding

job decorating the town and the circle.

“The holiday season is a time for reflection and renewal. I ask everyone to be kind and patient with each other, not just at this time of year, but all year round as we head into 2023. I’ll conclude my remarks with a quote from Terry Marshall: ‘The holiday season is a perfect time to reflect on our blessings and seek out ways to make life better for those around us.’ I want to wish everyone here in Nazareth and the surrounding area a safe, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!” expressed Mayor Colondo.

O’Donnell-Gower told onlookers to listen carefully for Santa who would be coming down the road at any moment.

Suddenly, the big guy rode into the circle with Mrs. Claus on a fire truck as kids of all ages patiently waited, eyes wide with excitement.

After residents enthusiastically helped Santa countdown from 10, Nazareth lit their enormous Christmas tree in the center of the circle. Families and friends posed for pictures in front of the tree as its white lights twinkled in the dark night sky and the joy of Christmas filled the December air.

of Achievement and celebratory ribbon cutting.”

Cindy Weintraub, Carl’s Corner owner, stated, “We have made it through our first year! We opened this second location one year ago in hopes to start a training program for our David and others with ‘special abilities’ like him. Unfortunately, we are delayed in that part of the undertaking, but we are so

grateful to the Colonial IU20 who has been using this Nazareth location of Carl’s as a training site to work with David and his peers. We are getting there. We have made it through 365 days of staffing challenges, increase in food costs, and are happy to still be able to serve great food at a reasonable price to those in the community. Thank you to all who patronize us and keep cheering us on. Our entire family and our staff are forever grateful. Cheers to next year and those to follow.”

Christmas in Nazareth brings Good tidings and holiday cheer

Home Decor, Mycalyn Florals, G.S. Oswald Jeweler, Nazareth Center for the Arts, Nazareth Ceramic Center, Vintage House of Hair, Nazareth Army & Navy, Sutcliffe Designs, Clear Spring Farm, NuVGN Soaps and Bodyworks, Graver Farmstead, The Chamber, Parlor Hair & Makeup Studio, The Art Den, St. John’s UCC, Pott’s Nazareth, and The Curious Plantaholic.

Many businesses offered discounts for “Elf Hunters” and some locations even offered fun elf inspired treats. Parlor Hair & Makeup Studio offered elf makeovers, Birthright Brewing Co. offered kids crafts, The Art Den offered ornaments for decoration and open studio time, Nazareth Army & Navy offered complimentary apple cider and donuts, and A.M. Bakery offered cupcake decorating.

Once participants found the hidden elf at each stop, they received a stamp for their passports. Then, they could turn completed passports into the Nazareth Area Chamber of Commerce for a chance to win a prize from participating locations.

By SAVANNAH BROWN

On Saturday, December 10, Christmas

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Other events that day included a holiday basket raffle, children’s crafts, singing from the Nazareth Community Choir, Santa and strolling musicians, and warm apple cider at Memorial Library of Nazareth & Vicinity; a holiday market, museum tours, the

in Nazareth pulled out all the stops for an event filled day for the whole family.

ed hidden elves at A.M. Bakery, Rodman’s Clock Shop, Birthright Brewing Co., Carera Organix, The Farm and Table, Dr. Susan’s pH Integrative Health (in Herbs to Your Success), RD Lambert Jewelers, Memorial Library of Nazareth & Vicinity, Abode

Christmas in Nazareth

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Kashmir & Ewe, holiday cookies from Cody’s Eats and Sweets, art and crafts from Maria’s Creations, and pet treats, ornaments, and gifts from Pampered Paws Gifts, all while listening to songs from music and performing arts students.

Olaf and Elsa were also spotted in the Circle posing for pictures and spreading winter cheer.

A Minute with the Mayor

Donation of a K-9 ballistic vest to Officer Boomer

highlight the unique challenges faced by older drivers during Older Driver Safety Awareness Week, which was observed December 5-9.

“Morning Star” Moravian Putz Exhibition annual display, and historic Nazareth walking tours from the Moravian Historical Society; Nazareth Area School District performances throughout the borough; a holiday artisan craft market at Nazareth Center for the Arts; Putz and sanctuary tours for Nazareth Moravian Church’s 275th anniversary; pictures with special holiday guests at Vigilance Hose Co. #1; and musical performances, a quilt display, a Santa display, and kids’ crafts and refreshments at St. John’s UCC.

hot cocoa bombs, Crystal Wings and Night Things’ crystal jewelry and decor, Spring Garden Street Herbals’ body care products, Peachy Keen Creations’ fandom stickers, and Let Them Eat Cake’s macarons and confections.

Later that night, visitors gathered in Center Circle to light luminaries benefitting New Bethany Ministries. The luminaries lining the Circle twinkled under the night sky.

I would like to extend my sincerest best wishes to the residents and business owners of the Borough of Bath, for a very blessed Christmas - filled with love and joy, and a New Year filled with continued good health, happiness and prosperity.

Then, shoppers could make their way to Vendor Alley at the Nazareth YMCA for crafts, food, and business vendors, STEAM stations with Nazareth Area Teachers, Nazareth Area School District group performances, and to see the reindeer sculpture from the ice carving demonstration sponsored by LVHN.

This year has certainly been difficult for many - there’s been much illness and sadly, loss as well. However, we must focus on the meaning of this holiday and give what we can to those less fortunate and those experiencing difficulty. We live in a world of so much uncertainty, from day to day - no one knows what’s going to happen next. Therefore, we must continue to persevere in a positive way and face each day with strength and fortitude. Be well, be safe and be kind.

At the Holiday Farmers’ Market in Center Circle, shoppers could purchase handcrafted beauty and homecare products from NuVGN Soaps & Bodyworks, cooking oils from Healthy Delight Cooking Oils, kiffles and baked goods from Stehley’s Baked Goods, pickles from Pip & Pop’s Pickles, jams and pickles from Fairfield Farms Inc., grassfed beef and natural pork from Graver Farmstead, 3D printed trinkets and decorations from Sutcliffe Designs, meats from Kromer Meats, wreaths and farm fresh produce from Clear Spring Farm, baked goods from Mattie’s Strudel Haus, refashioned cashmere and wool apparel from

People First Federal Credit Union, Coldwell Banker Real Estate, Lehigh Valley Health Network, Five Star Home Foods Inc., and the YMCA all handed out free goodies to passersby, and when shoppers got hungry, they could grab something from Why Not Burgerz, Cubano X-Press Food Truck, or stands for kettle corn, chicken sandwiches, chicken on a stick, bacon on a stick, and fresh cut french fries.

Happy Holidays, Mayor Mirabito

Shoppers could also purchase gifts from various vendors such as Johanna Lugo Creations’ tumblers, C Glass Rocks’ sea glass creations, Makin’s Makers’ creations, Harvests Natural and Organic’s products, Centre Street Designs’ acrylic paintings and pet portraits, Sweet Charlie’s Chocolate’s

Wolf Administration, AARP highlight Safety for Mature drivers

Programs help keep Pennsylvanians ages 65 Or older connected to Communities

Submitted by BECKY BARTLETT

“Mobility is essential to quality of life at any age,” said Kurt Myers, PennDOT Deputy Secretary for Driver and Vehicle Services. “Many older drivers have a lifetime of valuable driving experience to draw from, and PennDOT continually seeks to balance the safety of our roadways with the need for independence and autonomy.”

Approximately 25% of Pennsylvania’s 9.1 million licensed drivers are 65 and older. In 2021 there were more than 19,700 crashes involving at least one driver aged 65 or older, which resulted in over 300 total fatalities. This represents about 17% of all crashes and about 25% of all fatalities.

have the resources they need to remain active in and connected to their communities,” said Secretary of Aging Robert Torres. “Driver safety awareness is a big part of that picture and if older adults need to make adjustments, accessible and available transportation alternatives become key to getting around. Pennsylvania is fortunate that our lottery proceeds help to fund these alternative services.”

Representatives from PennDOT, PDA, PSP, AARP and others provided information to help older Pennsylvanians extend their years on the road, and to make them aware of other transportation options available to them.

“As Pennsylvania’s aging population continues to grow, the Wolf Administration is committed to ensuring that older adults

Submitted by RONALD YOUNG

Lamont McClure and the Northampton County Sheriff’s Department thank Brady’s K9 Fund of Strongsville, Ohio for their donation of a level IIIA ballistic vest for K-9 Officer Boomer. Brady’s K9 Fund is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization which

With nearly a quarter of Pennsylvania’s licensed drivers 65 years of age or older, the Pennsylvania departments of Transportation (PennDOT), Aging (PDA) and the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), along with the AARP, hosted an event earlier this month at The Manor at Oakridge, a Holiday by Atria community in Harrisburg, to

201 W. Main Street, Bath 484-281-3661 Sun & Mon 11:30-9 Closed Tues Wed 3-9 Thurs-Sat 11:30-10:30

raises funds to donate practical, mission-ready ballistic vests to working dogs with the police and military. The retail value of this vest is $1,317.50.

K9 Fund for this generous dona tion,” says Lamont McClure.

Pennsylvania has a network of shared-ride service providers dedicated to keeping older adults mobile, safe, and engaged in their community. This free transportation program allows

and it’s important we have equipment to keep him safe.”

Boomer is a two-and-a-half year old Chocolate lab trained in explosive detection. He began working for the County in July -

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We extend our best wishes for a Happy and Healthy Holiday to each and every one of you.

Daniel G. Spengler

Attorney-At-Law

110 E. Main St., Bath, PA 610-837-7855

CHAPMAN QUARRIES

UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-837-0935

Celebrate “The Greatest Story of Old”

Christmas Eve Worship and Candlelight Services 2/7 p.m. Christmas Day Worship 9:30 a.m.

CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. Chestnut St., Bath. 610-837-0345

Christmas Eve Family Service 7:30 p.m., Candlelight Service 11:30 p.m.

CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville. 610-837-6051

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 5 p.m.

Christmas Day Service of Lessons and Carols 8:45 a.m. No SS

COVENANT UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-837-7517

Christmas Eve Worship“Grace An Ultimate Blessing” 3/7 p.m. Christmas Day

Worship- “A Story To Tell The Nation” 9 a.m.

Christmas Church Directory

EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall. 610-262-4961

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 4:30 p.m. (No Christmas Day service)

EMMANUEL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1741

Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship

5 p.m. Family Christmas Worship with a children’s message in Fellowship Hall. Just right for those with small children.

7 p.m. Traditional Christmas Worship in the Sanctuary 9 p.m. Contemporary Christmas Worship in Fellowship Hall Sunday, December 25

10 a.m. Traditional Christmas Worship in the Sanctuary Regular Sunday Worship Schedule

Traditional- 8:45 a.m., Contemporary- 10 a.m.

FAITH FAMILY FELLOWSHIP, Nazareth. info@ faithfamilyfellowship.church

10th Annual Christmas Eve

Candlelight Service 5 p.m. Christmas Sunday Morning Worship 10 a.m.

GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Rose Inn & E. Beil Ave., Nazareth. 610-759-7036

Family Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 7 p.m.

HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, Nazareth. 610-759-7363

Christmas Eve- 3/7/9 p.m. candlelight services Christmas Day service 9:30 a.m.

NEW JOURNEY COMMUNITY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-8101 Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Service 6 p.m. A Christmas Eve service for those who don't have it all together.

Christmas Day Service Celebration 10:15 a.m. (no SS)

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. 610-837-7874

Holy Mass Christmas Eve- 4/7 p.m. and midnight Holy Mass Christmas Day9:30/11 a.m.

SALEM UCC OF MOORESTOWN, Bath. 610-759-1652

Christmas Eve Candlelight Services- Family-oriented 4/7 p.m., Traditional Lessons and Carols 11 p.m.

SALEM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Danielsville. 610-767-8003

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 7 p.m. Christmas Day Service of Carols and Christmas Message 9:30 a.m. Coffee and donuts will follow.

ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-0893

Christmas Eve Family Service 4 p.m. (music starts 3:45 p.m.) bring favorite Christmas ornament, children can explain

ornament. Traditional Christmas Eve Service 7 p.m. (music starts 6:45 p.m.) learn Christmas story, lighting of candles, sing Silent Night. Christmas Day Service of Lessons and Carols 9:30 a.m.

ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton. 610-261-2910 (H/A) Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with Communion and Carol Sing 7 p.m. Christmas Day Service 10:15 a.m.

ST. PETER’S UCC SEEMSVILLE, Northampton. 610-837-7426

Celebrate Christmas in the country, in a country church filled with a welcoming congregation…

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with Communion 7 p.m.; no service Christmas Day. Search St. Peter’s UCC Seemsville on YouTube.

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

Neil E. Koch and Felisa M. Leith

℅ Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street

Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064

Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street

Nazareth, PA 18064

Attorney for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (12/8-12/22)

ESTATE OF AGNES I. NAGY, DECEASED

BOROUGH OF NAZARETH MEETING CANCELLATION DECEMBER 29, 2022 WORKSHOP MEETING

The Borough of Nazareth is cancelling its regularly scheduled December 29, 2022 Borough Workshop Meeting, originally scheduled for that date at 6:00 pm. The next Borough meeting, following the cancelled meeting, will be the January 2023 Business Meeting to be held on Monday, January 2, 2023 at 6:00 pm at Council Chambers, 159 West Center Street.

Daniel Chiavaroli President Nazareth Borough Council (12/22)

LEGAL NOTICE

Lehigh Twp Board of Supervisors will be held on Tues. Jan 3, 2023, at 7:00 PM. The regular monthly meeting will be held on Tues, Jan 10, 2023, at 7:00 PM

The regular monthly meeting of the Lehigh Twp Planning Commission will be held on Mon, Jan 9, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

The above meetings are open to the public and will be held at the Municipal Building, 1069 Municipal Rd, Walnutport, Pa. 18088.

Alice A. Rehrig, Secretary Lehigh Township Northampton County (12/22)

MOORE TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE HEARING/ REORGANIZATIONAL MEETING

ESTATE NOTICE

Estate of Karl W. Loser, late of the Township of Bushkill, County of Northampton, and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased

WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Christina L. Loser, Executor/ Personal Representative of the Estate of Karl W. Loser. 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

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Letters testamentary (or, of administration, or, as the case may be) on the above estate having been granted to the undersigned, all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims to present same without delay, to the named Executrix: Susan Gardner c/o Richard H. Yetter III, Esquire, WINEGAR, WILHELM, GLYNN & ROEMERSMA, P.C., 305 Roseberry Street, P.O. Box 800, Phillipsburg, New Jersey 08865 or her Attorneys: Richard H. Yetter III, Esquire, WINEGAR, WILHELM, GLYNN & ROEMERSMA, P.C., 305 Roseberry Street, P.O. Box 800, Phillipsburg, New Jersey 08865.

(12/8-12/22)

ESTATE NOTICE

Estate of Floyd W. Rice, Jr., late of the Borough of Bath, County of Northampton, and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Board of Supervisors of Lehigh Twp will hold a public meeting on the 3rd day of January, 2023, at 7:00 PM, at the Lehigh Twp Municipal Building, 1069 Municipal Rd, Walnutport, Pa.18088 for the purpose of enacting the following Ordinance which is summarized below. Copies of the complete text of the Ordinance are available at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building and The Home News and may be examined during regular business hours.

AN ORDINANCE OF LEHIGH TOWNSHIP, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDING THE LEHIGH TOWNSHIP POLICE PENSION PLAN PERTAINING TO RETIREMENT AGE AND DISABILITY PENSIONS.

All Ordinances or parts of Ordinances inconsistent with the act shall be repealed.

Alice A. Rehrig Manager

The reorganizational and regular meeting of the Moore Township Zoning Hearing Board will be held on Thursday, January 5, 2023 at 6:00 PM. The meeting will be held at the Moore Twp. Municipal Building, 2491 Community Dr. Bath, PA 18014.

Members of the public are welcome to participate. The specific agenda for the meeting is as follows:

23-ZHB-763

Christina L. Loser, Executor/ Personal Representative ℅ Scott R. Steirer, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064

Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 306977 (12/22-1/5)

NOTICE OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT a Certificate of Organization was filed with the Department of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, at Harrisburg, Pa. on July 1, 2022 for

(12/22)

MEETING NOTICE

The Board of Supervisors meeting scheduled for Dec 27, 2022, is cancelled. The annual organizational meeting of the

The applicant(s), Denise A. Mikovitch, applicants of the property located at 2916 Delps Rd. Danielsville, PA 18038 request the following relief: a Special Exception and/or variance to conduct a General Home Occupation of Massage Therapy/Yogo on the property. The section(s) cited for this application are as follows: 200-22 (H-7) General Home Occupation, as well as any other section in which relief may be needed after review by the Zoning Hearing Board. The property, County PIN# G5-1-33, contains approximately 12.87 acres and is zoned, Limited Conservation (LC).

Jason L. Harhart

Zoning Officer Moore Township (12/22 & 12/29)

CONSTELLATION STATION LLC

With its principal place of business at 3778 Lehigh Drive, Northampton, PA 18067. The name and address of the entity interested is Melanie E. Biringer, 3778 Lehigh Drive, Northampton, PA 18067. This was filed in accordance with the Uniform Limited Liability Company Act of 2016 [18 PA.C.S. § 8811 et. seq.]

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ESTATE NOTICE

Estate of Neal L. Angst, late of the Borough of Bath, County of Northampton, and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

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

WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Barbara Ann Krock, Executrix of the Estate of Floyd W. Rice, 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

Barbara Ann Krock

℅ 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

(12/15-12/29)

ESTATE NOTICE

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ESTATE NOTICE

Estate of Robert T. Koch, Sr., late of the Borough of Northampton, County of Northampton, and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased

WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Neil E. Koch and Felisa M. Leith, Executors of the Estate of Robert T. Koch, Sr. All persons

Estate of MARY ANN FRITZ, deceased, late of Catasauqua Borough, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, Letters Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the Decedent to make the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to:

Executor: Kathleen Laudenslager ℅ David B. Shulman, Esquire SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC 419 Delaware Avenue P.O. Box 157 Palmerton, PA 18071 (12/15-12/29)

Samantha Louise Angst

Daniel G. Spengler, Esquire

Brown Law Offices

East Main Street

PA 18014 Attorney for the Estate

Church Directory

The Home News Church Directory is an alphabetical listing of community churches and synagogues. If you would like to make a change to your listing below, please email it to: cstroh@ homenewspa.com or call 610-923-0382. The Church Directory is always available on our website at www.HomeNewsPA.com.

ASSUMPTION BVM

PARISH, Northampton. 610-262-2559

Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Mass 8 a.m., Tues. –Mass 8 a.m., Wed. – Mass 8 a.m., Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. –Mass 4 p.m.

ASSUMPTION

OF THE VIRGIN MARY UKRAINIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-2882

Sat. – Vesper services 5 p.m. Sun. – Divine Liturgy 9 a.m.

BETHANY WESLEYAN, Cherryville. 610-767-1239

Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship 5 p.m.

BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, Bushkill Twp. 610-759-7132

Sun. Worship 9:15 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m.

CHAPMAN QUARRIES UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-837-0935

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.

CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. Chestnut St. Bath. 610-837-0345

Sun.–Worship 10:15 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

CHRIST U.C.C., Schoenersville. 610-264-9325

Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville. 610-837-6051

un. – Worship 8:45 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

CONCORDIA

LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-

8500

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. with HC, SS 9:40 a.m.

COVENANT UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-837-7517

Sundays- 9 a.m. Worship (and online), 10:30 a.m. SS for all ages. DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.

EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt). 610-262-4961

Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m.

EL SHADDAI ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Nazareth. 610-759-6557 Sunday School – 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship – 10:45 a.m.

Youth Ministry – Sunday –6:30 p.m. Kids Ministries –Wednesday – 7 p.m.

EMMANUEL’S

LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1741

Sun –Traditional 8:45 a.m., Contemporary 10 a.m., SS 10 a.m.

FAITH FAMILY FELLOWSHIP, Bushkill Twp. 484-408-9624

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

Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton. 610-262-9517

Sun – Worship 9 a.m., SS 10:15 to 11:15 a.m.

GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-7036

Sun. – Worship 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

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

GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Northampton. 610-262-7186 (HA)

Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. SS 9:15 a.m.

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

HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, Nazareth. 610-759-7363

Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m., Youth Group 6:30 p.m.

HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0870 Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m. M-F – Mass 8:30 a.m. Sat. – Mass 5 p.m.

HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-2668

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

HOLY TRINITY SLOVAK LUTHERAN, Northampton. 610-262-3365

Sun. – Every third Sunday at 10 a.m.

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cherryville. 610 767-7203

Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m.

MOUNT EATON CHURCH, Saylorsburg. 570-992-7050 Sun- 8 a.m. Traditional, 10:30 a.m. Contemporary MOUNTAIN VIEW WESLEYAN CHURCH

Bath. 610-759-7553

Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-3163

Sun. – Worship 8:15/10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

NEW JOURNEY COMMUNITY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-8101 (N)

Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

NORTHAMPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Northampton. 610-262-5645

Sun – Worship 11 a.m./6 p.m., SS 10 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7 p.m.

NORTHAMPTON GOD’S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-4412 (HA) Sun.

– Worship at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. (ngmc.church)

PROMISED LAND CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE, Bethlehem. 610-759-7243

Sun.- Worship 10 a.m., SS children/adults 9 a.m.

QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-2227

Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Fri. – Mass 8 a.m.

Sat. – Mass 4 p.m. RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth. 484-5971440

Sun. – Worship/meeting 10 a.m.

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. 610-837-7874 Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., Mon.-Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 8 a.m. & 4:30 p.m.

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

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

SCHOENECK MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0376 Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m., 10:30 a.m. livestream via Facebook.

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

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Northampton. 610-2624104

Sun.- Mass 9 am., Mon-FriMass 8:30 a.m., Sat.- Mass 8:30 a.m./5 p.m.

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1061

Sun. – Worship 8/10:15 a.m., Masked/Vaccinated Service 11:45 a.m.,SS 9 a.m.

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

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

ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., HOWERTOWN. 610-262-8666

Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. NAZARETH. 610-7590893

Sun. – 9 a.m.Contemporary Worship, 10 a.m.- Christian Formation, 11 a.m.- Classic Worship

ST. NICHOLAS R.C. Berlinsville. 610-767-3107 Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30 a.m., M-F -8:30 a.m., Sat. –4:30 p.m.

ST. PAUL’S THIRD LUTHERAN CHURCH, Palmer Twp. 610-258-0875 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m. All welcome. ST. PAUL’S UCC, NORTHAMPTON. 610-261-2910. HA Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. (with child care), SS 9 a.m. ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., OF INDIANLAND, Cherryville. 610-767-5751

Sun. – 9 a.m. Christian Ed, Trad. Worship 10:30 a.m., Contemporary Praise Worship second Sunday 7:30 a.m.

ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Northampton. 610-8377426

Sun. – 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Hecktown. 610-759-6377 Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m.

VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, Northampton. 610-837-5894

Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./ 6 p.m. BS 9:30 a.m., Wed.BS and Prayer 7 p.m.

WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST, Walnutport. 610-767-8939

Sat. – Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m.

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

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

KEY –W- Worship, M – Mass, S – Services, SS – Sunday School, CE – Christian Ed, BS – Bible Study, CC – Child Care, HC – Holy Communion, HA – Handicapped Accessible, VBS – Vacation Bible School

citizens ages 65 or older to ride for free on a local, fixed-route service whenever local public transportation is operating.

During FY 2020-21, there were 1.7 million Senior Shared Rides.

Additionally, working with the PA Department of Human Services and transit agencies, PennDOT recently developed an online tool called Find My Ride that allows older drivers to access free ride services online.

Find My Ride allows transit agencies to process applications more efficiently, so users can access benefits more quickly. Find My Ride can be found at findmyride.penndot.pa.gov. You can also find it at www.penndot. pa.gov by clicking on Travel in PA, then Public Transit Options.

“Along with the unique challenges already faced by older drivers, winter weather conditions, longer nights, and heavy holiday traffic create challenges for drivers of all ages,” said Lieutenant Adam Reed, Director of the Communications Office with the Pennsylvania State Police. “Before getting behind the wheel be sure you are up to date on eye exams and understand

how your prescribed medications could affect your driving. Remember to buckle up every time!”

While every person ages differently, aging typically brings certain, sometimes subtle, physical, visual, and cognitive changes that could impair an older person’s ability to drive safely.

Older drivers and their families should work together to identify potential issues that may affect driving, outline courses of action to assist the older driver, and plan for when it’s time to hang up the keys.

Signs that can indicate it may be time to limit or stop driving altogether include:

• Feeling uncomfortable, fearful, or nervous when driving;

• Unexplained dents/scrapes on the car, fences, mailboxes, or garage doors;

• Frequently getting lost and frequent “close calls” (i.e. almost crashing);

• Slower response times, particularly to unexpected situations;

• Difficulty paying attention to signs or staying in the lane of traffic; and

• Trouble judging gaps at intersections or highway entrance/ exit ramps.

The Wolf Administration encourages older drivers and their loved ones to review

PennDOT’s Seniors Driving

Safely publication series, which can be downloaded for free from the PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services website. These publications help older drivers assess their abilities and offer guidance on next steps if their medical condition is reported to PennDOT. The series also includes a publication designed to guide family and friends of older drivers in what can sometimes be difficult conversations about deciding to stop driving, as well as information for healthcare providers on PennDOT’s medical reporting program.

The following safe-driving habits, which should be routine at any age, are especially useful to older drivers:

• Plan ahead: lengthy car trips should be made during daylight hours. Morning may be best because most people aren’t as tired as they are in the afternoon.

• Don’t drive in rush-hour traffic if you can avoid it. Plan trips after 9 a.m. or before 5 p.m. Know which roads near home are most congested and avoid them.

• When driving long distances, especially in winter, call ahead for weather and road condition updates.

• Look ahead. Good drivers get a jump on trouble by looking far down the road and making adjustments before encountering problems that may involve other vehicles, pedestrians, bicyclists or animals.

• Maintain a safe speed. This depends on what the road is like, how well the driver can see, how much traffic there is and how fast traffic is moving.

• Keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead of you. The PA Driver’s Manual advises that you should always keep a 4-second gap between you and the vehicle in front of you.

A Clean Slate Recovery Center’s Women of

Additional information on older driver safety and mobility resources is available at both PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services and the Department of Aging websites.

Creative Corner

StorieS From my Heart

by Cynthia Jean DeLuca

WhAT SAnTA TAughT Me

Today while I was shopping at our local mall, I stopped for a few minutes to watch the children getting their pictures taken

with Santa. I had forgotten how antsy little children can be waiting in line to see the big guy in the red suit. As I listened and watched, I couldn't help but chuckle at some of the antics. Picture this- siblings trying to step on each other's feet, making faces that even made me laugh, and moaning and groaning about how long it was taking.

Parents tried their best

ter recently held Women of Wellness, W.O.W. group meet

ings on Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and invited the community at large to participate. Although our programs

are geared towards individuals in recovery, this group was open to all women from the surrounding community who were seeking the multiple pathways of wellness and self-care.

focused on the present moment for healing from substance use disorder, trauma, and other struggles like anxiety and so much more.

Restorative Yoga Instructor and doTERRA essential oils Wellness Advocate, Alysha Pfeiffer, joined the group in September and led them through a Restorative Yoga exercise along with teaching them about abundance.

St.

The meetings lasted 17 weeks and began in August of this year during these unprecedented times. It was imperative to focus on wellness and how sharing in self-care avenues for women can help us stay healthy. With masks and lots of hand sanitizer, we safely gathered in order to participate in many activities such as art mural walks, mindfulness exercises and practice.

John’s UCC Nazareth

183 S. Broad St., Nazareth 610-759-0893

Christmas Eve services

4 p.m. Family Service (music begins at 3:45 p.m.)- Please bring a favorite Christmas ornament to our service. Children will be invited to show the ornament and explain why it’s special. Music by Sonshine singers and other young musicians. Singing of carols and lighting of candles 7 p.m. Traditional (music begins at 6:45 p.m.)- Music by our Bell Choir, soloists and beloved Christmas carols. Hear the Christmas story, light candles and sing Silent Night

The group was further enhanced by many professionals who came in and donated their time, talents, and expertise to the group. Bangor’s Greenleaf Massage, Marissa Spencer, Owner, Licensed Massage Therapist came to teach the benefits of massage therapy for wellness and self-care techniques. The group learned of a newer class where yoga and massage are both incorporated together. Yoma is a wonderful way to get the benefits

Christmas Day service 9:30 a.m.- Celebrate Christmas with a service of Lessons and Carols, created by Brian Wren

Synchronicity Recovery Foundation and Northampton Drug and Alcohol sponsored a night of wellness using the power of music and creativity with Ukulele Night, taught by Jim Roney, Music Teacher and local musician from Bucks County. Playing for 40 years now and teaching the guitar full time as well, Jim taught and provided the Ukuleles for the night and everyone had a wonderful time exploring music as a wellness pathway. You can check out what Jim is up to at www.jummerostudio.com for more information.

Besides all this the group engaged in kindness cards, and pumpkin painting, several other guest speakers on recovery and wellness pathways spoke and presented to the group. Teachings on negativity bias, self-care, and mindfulness gratitude were facili-

the series with belly dancing as a workout for the physical body. Special instructors taught a “Jingle Bell Rock” theme routine as well as taught the women the benefits of a belly dance routine and all its physicality as a workout. A special thanks to the women who taught this, and all the belly laughs generated it truly boosted the immune systems of its participants.

A Clean Slate Recovery Center would like to thank all those responsible for making this series on Women of Wellness such a success and we look forward to offering more programs in spring 2021 like this one. If you are interested in learning more, “Like” A Clean Slate on Facebook or send an email to info@cleanslatebangor.org be part of our mail chimp. The Drop-in center’s hours are Monday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday 2 to 7 p.m.,

Tis the Season Of upper Respiratory Infections; What Parents Need to Know

Submitted by SAM KENNEDY

You have probably heard that common viruses, such as Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), which didn’t circulate much during the Covid pandemic, are back in high numbers. That means many children three years of age and under are seeing RSV for the first time. St. Luke’s Pediatrics is sharing information to help parents better understand the current situation and provide guidance about if and when they need to seek care.

“It can’t be known with certainty how long this pediatric surge will last, but we can say with certainty that St. Luke’s and our Pediatric team remain committed to caring for all children in the community who are depending on us now more than ever,” said Jennifer Janco, MD, St. Luke’s Pediatrics Chairwoman.

RSV Facts:

• About 90% of children will get RSV by the time they are 2 years of age

• Only 1-2% of children under 12 months old with RSV will require hospitalization

• Most will have upper respiratory symptoms (i.e., cough and congestion)

• Some (20-30%) develop lower respiratory tract symptoms with the first infection

• Wheezing, pneumonia

• Most healthy infants with RSV bronchiolitis do not require hospitalization

• Most hospitalized infants with RSV improve within 2-3 days

• Reinfection is common but subsequent infections are usually less severe than the first

• There is no vaccine or special medicine to treat RSV infection

• Unlike Covid, there is no need for RSV testing outside of the hospital setting; it’s not going to change how your child is treated

Following standard practice, St. Luke’s primary care and urgent care offices do not offer testing to confirm RSV.

When should you call the doctor?

RSV symptoms are typically at their worst on days three through five of illness but symptoms often linger for several days or even a

few weeks. Fortunately, almost all children recover from an RSV infection on their own.

Seek care right away if your child experiences:

• Symptoms of labored breathing such as using extra muscles in the ribs or stomach to breathe or breathing much faster than normal

• Symptoms of dehydration (fewer than one wet diaper every eight hours)

• Gray or blue color of the tongue, lip or skin

What can you do?

When it comes to respiratory infections in children, it is highly likely that your child will get sick, but there are ways to be prepared and to set your child up for a healthier winter season:

Get yourself and your child vaccinated. Vaccines are an effective way to reduce the severity of symptoms – or prevent infections entirely. While there is currently no vaccine for RSV, vaccines for COVID and for influenza (“the flu”) are available for children 6 months of age and older.

Choose an appropriate level

of care. Children with minor to moderate symptoms may not need a provider visit. When seeking care, choosing the right location means easy access to a convenient, personalized treatment plan and potentially avoiding unnecessary wait times.

Pediatric primary care offices: Outpatient care with your provider is often your best place to start. Some advice over the phone can help guide you through most illnesses – and let you know what signs warrant a visit.

Care Now walk-in locations: When your pediatric primary care office is closed and the child’s condition can’t wait until they open.*

Emergency department (ED): Immediate care for medical emergencies, such as a child with labored breathing or signs of dehydration.**

To learn more about when to seek medical treatment, visit healthychildren.org.

Take precautionary measures. There are simple steps you can take to help your child stay healthy. Encourage hand washing, avoid exposure to anyone who is sick, and stay away from large groups.

Be prepared. Have necessary supplies on hand such as a ther-

Respiratory Infections

In other news, supervisors approved the conditional use of a self-storage facility on Snowdrift Road. DT Davis Inc. will be the facility’s owner, operator, and user. Dave Davis, of DT Davis, explained last month during the board’s conditional use hearing that he will be using the singleunit storage facility to store his vehicle and boat.

mometer, fever reducer, Pedialyte to help with hydration and nasal saline, and bulb suction to clear nasal secretions.

*Scheduling with your family doctor – when possible – may prevent unnecessary ED or urgent care visits.

month.

The next Board of Supervisors meeting, their 2021 reorganization meeting, will be held on January 4 at 7 pm.

Police Blotter

the old growth forest of Henrys Woods and the fields of the Homestead Trail. The hikes will leave at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. from the parking lot at 400 Belfast Rd. Dress for the weather, wear comfortable hiking shoes, and bring a water bottle. Registration is required.

Theft by Deception

Project FeederWatch Monitoring

Thursday, January 12 and Friday, January 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, January 26 and Friday, January 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Conditions supervisors put on the property include no commercial machinery or equipment, no repair machinery, and no more than three garage doors. They also said that the property cannot be subleased.

**ED providers may provide temporary treatment until an inpatient bed becomes available.

RSV, Flu or Covid – or Cold?

“[I am] just a guy wanting to have a garage to store his stuff [and] an office. That is it,” Davis said during the hearing last

While some of the symptoms of these illnesses overlap and the treatment of them in the pediatric patient is largely the same, there may be other factors to consider, Dr. Janco said. One is the child’s underlying health status, and another is the contacts of the sick child. For example, if a sick child normally spends time with elderly grandparents who are themselves at greater risk of severe illness from Covid or flu, additional precautions would be appropriate. Parents with questions can seek advice from their pediatrician.

Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center

January Community Programs

Submitted by

LAUREN FORSTER

Snowshoes and Hiking Poles Available

When: Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Rd., Nazareth

Borrow snowshoe equipment to use on Jacobsburg’s trails this winter. Snowshoes are available for folks of any age or shoe size, including small children. Snowshoes will not be made available during times of insufficient snow cover, at least six inches of snow is required. To borrow equipment, you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. You can check our website for current winter conditions and snow depth: https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/ StateParks/WinterReport/Pages/ default.aspx.

On Nov. 11 CRPD responded to a residence on Winding Way in Lower Nazareth Township for a theft report. The victim related that he owns property in Liberia and arranged to purchase the property next to his in Liberia. He met with 35-year-old Barbara Dennis of Folcroft, Pa., and her relative who own the property that’s for sale. They agreed on a price. Back on Feb. 27 the victim issues Dennis a check for $5,000 for the deposit on the purchase of the property. Dennis cashed the check. The sale was put on hold

because of COVID-19. When businesses resumed in the summer, the victim contacted Dennis to proceed with the transaction. Dennis would not respond. CRPD filed a single charge of Felony 3 Theft by Deception against Dennis and obtained an arrest warrant for her. Anyone with information on Dennis’ whereabouts is asked to call CRPD at 610-861-4820.

You must have already participated in Birds and Bagels - Citizen Science and Monitor Training

PSP Troop M snow Storm responses

Troopers from the PSP Troop M (Lehigh, Northampton and Bucks County) have investigated a total of 27 crashes and 154 Disaled Motorist from Wednesday, Dec. 16 at 1 p.m. through Thursday, Dec. 17 at 9 a.m.

For more information on roadway conditions and roadway restrictions, visit www.511pa. com. For more information on the PSP, visit www.psp.pa.gov.

Burglary Residential Force

Sometime between Nov. 27 and Dec. 13, an unknown actor(s) gained access to a victim’s residence on Paupack Circle in East Allen Township and removed several firearms, approximately $2,500 in US Currency and some jewelry. The vehicle involved is a 2005 Acura.

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If anyone has information, please contact PSP-Bethlehem at 610-861-2026.

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Harass Physical Contact Bath Borough

Bath, Northampton, Nazareth

On Dec. 13 at 5 p.m., PSP responded to an altercation taking

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First Day

Hikes

at Jacobsburg

Sunday, January 1 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 2:30 p.m Get out and get hiking on the first day of 2023. Join us for one of two 2-mile interpretive hikes at Jacobsburg. We will explore

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to register for this volunteer opportunity. Volunteer as a citizen scientist to observe and record bird observations at Jacobsburg’s feeders. You can choose what times you would like to monitor between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., all day commitment is not required. Register to

let us know what hours you are available to monitor.

You can view and register for community programs online at https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/ search/events?order=date&searc h=jacobsburg. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. Interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs with at least five days notice.

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to keep their little dears under control, but it appeared to be a losing battle. As each child was escorted up to Santa, I watched mothers smoothing cowlick hair, fixing socks, and putting on shoes. Yes, I said shoes.

There was a darling little girl who would not keep them on. Her mother put her shoes back on her feet at least four times. Finally, Santa whispered to his helper, who in turn whispered to the little girl's mother, and the picture was taken. It looked to me to be a perfect picture. One for the books. Especially since Santa held the little girl on one knee and her shoes on the other! Good thinking, Santa!

In this holy season of the year the Parishioners of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church pray that you and your loved ones know the peace of the coming of the Christ Child and the hope His birth brings to the whole world.

Then, a family walked up to Santa together. They were on their way home from the hospital and decided to stop and have a picture taken with their two-day-old son. Santa formed his arms and waited while the new mother gently placed her son in the crook of his makeshift cradle. Both parents sat on either side of Santa with the look of pure happiness. I can only imagine how that picture will be cherished.

Soon, a little puppy with a red bow sat nicely next to a little boy no older than three. Just when Santa's helper was ready to click the picture, the puppy jumped off. Oh my, take two. Eventually, the photo was clicked, and all was well.

I could go on and on about the children, pets, and families, including, grandparents, aunts, and uncles, but what it boils down to is the abundance of love I witnessed in a small area that housed Santa.

HOLY MASS—CHRISTMAS EVE

HOLY MASS—CHRISTMAS EVE

Saturday 24th December 2022

4:00 pm, 7:00 pm, and 12 Midnight HOLY MASS—CHRISTMAS DAY

Monday 24th December 2018 4:00 pm, 7:00 pm, and 12 Midnight HOLY MASS—CHRISTMAS DAY

Tuesday 25th December 2018 9:30 am, 11:00 am

Sunday 25th December 2022 9:30 am, 11:00 am

This little Christmas story is to remind us that all children are a precious gift from God, whether they are a newborn or a 100-year-old, young at heart. We all need love, and we all need to give love, especially at this remarkable time of year.