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Northampton School District in Quandry over state budget

by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News

Dr. Glenn Clearie Page 3

Healthy holiday choices Page 15

Rannells readies the Phantoms Page 16

Northampton Area School District Superintendent Joseph Kovalchik and Business Manager Terry Leh on Monday night presented the tentative 2016-2017 budget that is very uncertain because of the six-month-long state budget impasse.

Kovalchik said, “Where we stand and where the state stands is questionable. Words can’t describe the state budget. The goal of the district is to present a comprehensive plan, but with the state budget, it’s near to impossible to know where we stand.”

But as it is now, Kovalchik and Leh believe the local budget will total $100,585,376, or about $4-million more than the current school year.

“We’re presenting a budget as close as we can. We may get a half million dollars, but we really don’t know,” Kovalchik said. “We may be coming back to every board meeting, until we know.”

District Goals The slide presentation went on to list goals of the district before listing where the money will be spent. They include: • An opportunity to succeed in grades K-12.

• Implement summer enrich-

ment in science, technology, engineering, math and English language arts.

• Expand and apply technology solutions to help improve student achievement and to enhance the efficiency of district operations.

• Plan and execute a 1:1 digital

learning initiative in grades 6 to 8. ects.

• Maintain and continue “No Curriculum/Technology Place for Hate” in all grades.

The next set of goals were in • Enhance and expand com- curriculum /technology, and listmunity-based school activities ed, in part: and programs.

• Maintain school-wide posi• Plan and implement district wide capital maintenance proj- Continued on page 9

St. Luke’s Headache Specialist offers tips and Treatments for rapid migraine relief over the holidays

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The Northampton Area School Board reorganized recently. Shown here are: Seated (l-r) – Dr. Michael Baird, board president David Gogel, and Judy Odenwelder. Standing, (l-r) – Board vice president Chuck Frantz, James Chuss, Chuck Longacre, Roy Maranki, and Robert Mentzell. Missing from photo, Jennifer Miller.

– Home News photo

Anyone who has ever suffered from a migraine knows how challenging treating these headaches can be.

According to the American

Migraine Foundation, the holidays provide a perfect storm for increased numbers of headaches for several reasons, including: • Changes in sleep schedules or sleep deprivation;

• Busy travel schedule/time zone changes; • Changes in eating and drinking habits (eating trigger foods or not drinking enough water and decaffeinated fluids); and

• Increased stress or anxiety surrounding shopping, planning and social gatherings.

Neurologist Bushra Malik, MD, Medical Director, HeadContinued on page 9

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Natural perspectives For the health-minded individual

Subluxation When I was ten, I received my very first life changing chiropractic adjustment. I can still feel Dr. Napoli’s strong and certain hands deliver an unbelievable subluxation correction. It was both life changing and soul changing; an innate transformation. Dr. Napoli adjusted my young spine, specifically the subluxations, also known as misalignments, in my upper cervical spine, thereby relieving the nerve interference caused by a hard bone on a soft nerve.

When I came to understand just how important it is for the brain to be able to communicate with the rest of the body, I knew that I wanted to receive chiropractic care for the rest of my life. I became aware that our mental impulses flow from brain tissue into the nerve tissue, down the spinal cord, and out along the peripheral nerves. In doing so, these impulses properly feed and communicate with every gland, organ and tissue the way God intended.

Amazing.

It is an irrefutable truth that God has provided for the indwelling of life within us, our innate intelligence if you will, and that this intelligence flows from our brains down to the rest of our body. From above, down, inside, out. This is true health.

Many decades later as a practicing chiropractor, I hold true that should anything slow down, cut off, impinge upon, hinder the flow of nerve impulse communication then we will suffer from various forms of disease. I believe that the power of the innate intelligence that resides in the body is the same intelligence that heals the body. This is not some mystical thing. It is the incredible truth.

This intelligence, freely given by God, indwells us. Without it we

by DR. GLENN CLEARIE, DC

die.

This life giving intelligence must and I repeat: must, find its way to every gland, organ and tissue of the human body. This hasn’t changed since the dawn of man.This cannot be stated enough! The brain in all its splendor sends forth this innate intelligence as mental impulses down through the spinal cord, passing through the cervical spine and all the way down through the vertebral column and then flowing through nerves that extend to your heart, eyes, sweat glands, hair follicles, intestines, muscle, joints, ligaments, skin, liver, pancreas, capillaries, cells, everything. This is incredible. Can you see this as a central truth? It is.

What is startling is that this flow of living energy can be shut down, shut off, minimized by disruption to the spinal cord or spinal nerves. A fracture of a vertebral bone can sever, paralyze and kill the human body. We know this as an undisputable fact. We also know as an undisputable fact that should any pressure bear on nerves then wherever the nerve terminates will not receive the fullness of life, which it desires and needs. If that end organ is the lung you will not have proper respiration. If that termination point is the womb then fertility will be compromised. Our bodies were created to function this way

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and to fully function you need the life force washing over everything at all times.

The biggest disruption to your life force, to your innate intelligence, is a compression of sensitive nerve tissue known as a spinal subluxation. Now this compression may be only slight but that means you have a corresponding reduction in communication and physiological function of what that the nerve communicates with. Having a ten percent reduction in heart function is not good. Having a twenty percent reduction in adrenal function is not good. A fifty percent reduction in stomach eyes, ears, or liver function is the definition of sickness.

With free flowing mental impulses to every nook and cranny of your body, perfect harmony is restored. The mental impulses flow outward as discussed and then the communication flows “back home” if you will. Any disruption in these pathways will yield sub-optimal human func-

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GETTING OUT! EVENTS AROUND TOWN

The GETTING OUT section of The Home News is open to events that are FREE for the community to attend and participate in. If you have an event and are not sure if it qualifies for this section, call us at 610-923-0382! We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify.

Movie Matinee Madness- Dec. 30 at 1 p.m. at Northampton Area Public Library, 1615 Laubach Ave., Northampton.

Featuring Shrek with popcorn and light refreshments. FMI: 610262-7537 Opportunity to donate blood-Jan. 6 from 1 until 6 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church, 2715 Mountain View Drive. FMI call 1-800-733-2767.

**Save the Date** Spuds and Suds Street Fair- Aug.

27, 2016 from 12-8 p.m. Held in Bath. tioning.

Please know taking a pill, an elixir, stretching, or lifting weights won’t help restore the subluxated bone back to the correct alignment. Only a specific chiropractic adjustment can do that. Once you understand that subluxations can lead to poor

health and sickness you understand how important getting regular chiropractic adjustments are for you and every member of your family.

The views in this column do not represent the views of The Home News. Always consult a medical professional.

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2016 Guide to Historic Bath And Surrounding Areas To all Interested Parties in Bath, East Allen and Moore Township Communities,

DECEMBER 12

The BBCP (Bath Business and Community Partnership) is again putting together a Guide to Historic Bath and Surrounding Areas to strengthen our local economy. We are inviting shops, businesses, services, physicians, food services, churches and museums all to be a part of this brochure. It will be an 11” X 17” folded brochure like last year’s which will include pertinent information about your business or enterprise plus a 2016 calendar of events. Our goal is to showcase all that Bath and its surrounding areas have to offer. 5,000 brochures will be printed and distributed to all local businesses and public places.

All the artwork for the brochure has been donated and the BBCP will donate their time to put the brochure together. Printing will be done locally. This will be updated and republished every year. Every registered Borough of Bath business will be included with name and address. To enhance your listing with more information, description, and calendar events your cost is only $35. Churches, museums, non-profits are FREE. For your business description to be included in the brochure, we must receive your check and information form by Jan 10, 2016. We reserve the right to shorten your description if necessary.

-------------------------------------------------------------------- cut here ----------------------------------------------------------------------Please complete and mail to: BBCP ‘Guide to Bath’ Brochure, c/o Carol Bear, 207 W Northampton Street, Bath PA 18014 Cost is ONLY $_35_ (make check payable to: “BBCP-Chamber Foundation”) Contact person ___________________________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________Phone _______________ email ___________________ This is the information that will be in the brochure.

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Name of Listing ___________________________________________________________________________ Description: Keep same as last year(__) Change/New________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Address _____________________ Web Site __________________Email_______________ Phone ____________ Events for the 2015 Calendar: Date _____________ Event ______________________________________________________________________ Date _____________ Event ______________________________________________________________________ Date _____________ Event ______________________________________________________________________ Date _____________ Event ______________________________________________________________________ Date _____________ Event ______________________________________________________________________ If more, include on a separate sheet of paper or on reverse

Kutztown University Announces Fall 2015 Dean's List

submitted by DAVID JOHNSON More than 1,650 students have been named to the fall 2015 Dean's List at Kutztown University. To be eligible for Dean's List, an undergraduate student must be registered for at least 12 credits and have a minimum grade point average of 3.60.

The following students from your area have been named to the list: Lucas Eagan Becker of Northampton.

Nathaniel M Brocato of Nazareth.

Olivia Grace Bush of Nazareth.

Shauna Carty of Nazareth.

Kelly Melissa Crosslin of Nazareth.

Meghan Ruth Damiter of Northampton.

Alyssa Daney of Nazareth.

Zachary Esposito of Nazareth.

Nicole Sharee Ferraina of Nazareth.

NORTHAMPTON POLICE REPORT

Brooke Fontoura of Northampton.

Kevin T Freitag of Nazareth.

Peter Michael Germani of Northampton.

Nicholas Edward Gorrie of Nazareth.

Cory Bernard Kotyuk of Nazareth.

Samantha Marie Mickley of Northampton.

Kassandra R Millhime of Nazareth.

Kelly Morgano of Nazareth.

Courtney Marie Pintabone of Nazareth.

Tyler J Rothdeutsch of Danielsville.

Megan Elisabeth Tiwold of Northampton.

Alexander Edward Tonnies of Nazareth.

Megan Noel Valley of Nazareth.

Kelsey A Weingartner of Nazareth.

Zackery J Wilson of Bath.

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• Theft, other, in the 1300 block of Main St. Report of a radio flyer sled and a pair of skates taken from a front yard.

• Theft from vehicle in the 1000 block of Wynnewood Dr. Report of a Microsoft surface 2 tablet and Beats by Dre Solo HD headphones taken from a vehicle.

Hit and run accident on the 2000 block of Main St. Report of a legally parked vehicle struck causing damage to the bed and tailgate.

• Child custody in the 100 block of W. 28th St. Report of a custody issue.

DECEMBER 13

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

• Non reportable accident in the 300 block of E. 4th St. involving two vehicles.

DECEMBER 14

• Theft from vehicle in the 1500 block of Dewey Ave. Report of a brick thrown through the passenger side window of a legally parked vehicle. A purse with gifts cards and two pairs of William Morris London, England glasses taken.

DECEMBER 15

• Domestic in the 800 block of Lincoln Ave. between two males.

• EMS ambulance assist in the unit block of E. 21st St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.

DECEMBER 16

• Criminal mischief in the 1700 block of Main St. Report of damage to a section of freshly poured concrete.

DECEMBER 17

• Fraud in the 700 block of E. 18th St. Report of a male receiving a fraudulent check for payment for an item he was selling.

• Hit and run accident in the 1300 block of Newport Ave. Report of a legally parked vehicle struck causing damage to the driver side mirror and doors.

DECEMBER 18

• Domestic in the 1300 block of Newport Ave. between a male and a female. Unwanted person in the 100 block Jeffrey Lane.

Report of an unwanted male.

Founded in 1866, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is a proud member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education located on 289 acres nestled in the beautiful East Penn Valley in Berks County, between Reading and Allentown, Pennsylvania. KU is just two hours from New York City; 90 minutes from Philadelphia. As the region's center for excellence in academics, culture and public engagement, KU's programs and reputation for quality offer students the opportunity to discover lifelong avenues of learning and discovery.

KU students select from more than 100 areas of study within four colleges in a diverse liberal arts academic environment. To complement their studies, KU's NCAA Division II athletics program with 21 varsity sports joins the more than 160 student clubs and organizations providing students with a variety of activities for learning and discovery. For more information, please visit us at www.kutztown.edu.

Harley Davidson Named to Louisburg College Fall 2015 Dean's List submitted by DAVID HIBBARD Harley Davidson of Danielsville, completed courses with exemplary marks and made the Dean's List for the fall 2015 semester at Louisburg College. To be named to the Dean's List, a student must have completed at least 12 or more hours of college credit in a given semester and have a semester grade point average between 3.50 and 4.00.

About Louisburg College: Related by faith to The United Methodist Church, Louisburg College is America's premier, private twoyear college. With a student body of 700 students, over 90 percent of Louisburg graduates continue their education at four-year schools. Visit www.louisburg.edu.

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The Spirit of Giving

I was shopping in the toy department of a local well-known store when I heard the man next to me say, “I don’t know what to get him. He has everything!”

As the week went on, I took my mom to see Miracle on 34th Street, a Christmas classic that I had never seen before. Made in 1947 it is the story of a woman who runs the Macy’s parade and is overwhelmed with problems and doesn’t seem to have time for what the holiday really means.

The film also delves into the fantasy of Santa Claus – by the way, the Roxy Theater really is one of our local treasures. The movie was free if you donated a canned good to the food bank.

Then we were off to my grandson’s holiday show. What a treat to see him singing for the first time in public and shaking bells with the other children. The school was so welcoming and the show was a real Christmas gift to the community.

Anyway, back to my initial encounter at the store that I mentioned earlier. Does this boy really have everything? Or just a lot of things? The movie with my mother, the holiday show...what are your Christmas traditions?

Don’t they mean more than things? Seeing my grandchildren waving wildly when we walk in to see their performance is really the only “thing” I need.

name of all of your customers.

• Pick a charity to be your “signature” charity. Create an annual event for that worthy cause.

• Something as simple as offering cookies and hot chocolate on Christmas Eve. Show your customers that even if they have everything, you can’t compare material possessions to kindness, goodwill and a charitable heart. Merry Christmas!

Carol S. Ritter, past President of the National Speakers Association in Philadelphia, is an accomplished professional speaker, coach and educational consultant specializing in innovative leadership, outrageous fundraising, million-dollar marketing and building organizational alliances throughout the country. FMI on Carol’s creative leadership with bulletproof ideas for recruiting more members, more money and better leaders: www.caroltalks. com, 610-442-4545, tellkids@ aol.com, “Like” Carol on facebook at Caroltalks and CarolCoaches.

How about you? If you own a small business you may think about giving something back to the community that is much more valuable than toys.

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Resolve to give blood in January for National Blood Donor Month

submitted by BETH TOLL This January, during National Blood Donor Month, the American Red Cross encourages people to roll up their sleeves to give blood to help maintain a sufficient blood supply for patients.

Since 1970, National Blood Donor Month has been observed in January to not only honor blood and platelet donors, but also to help increase donations during the winter months. Maintaining a sufficient blood supply for patients is difficult at this time of year because extreme winter weather and seasonal illnesses often impact donor turnout.

Karla Essmiller became a blood donor in college, but the importance of giving blood hit home when several family members had medical emergencies. “It only takes once sitting in a hospital, praying that your loved one will live through the day, to know how thankful you are for every single thing done to help them,” she said. “Donating blood is a simple gift that I can make that may help up to three people live another day. That makes me feel like a hero.”

The Red Cross encourages eligible donors to resolve to give blood regularly, beginning in January. Donors with all blood types are needed, especially those with types AB, O, B negative and A negative. To encourage donations, all those who come to donate Jan. 1-3, 2016, will get a long-sleeve Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last.

To make an appointment to donate blood, download the free Red Cross Blood Donor App from app stores, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED

CROSS (1-800-733-2767.)

Upcoming blood donation opportunities: Berks Boyertown 1/2/2016: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., Boyertown Mennonite Church, 275 Mill Street.

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1/6/2016: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., Covenant United Methodist Church, 2715 Mountain View Drive.

How to donate blood Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800733-2767) to make an appointContinued on page 6

Wishing You Every Happiness This Holiday Season Lots of good friends and good times, too Is our Christmas wish for you ...

Plus lots of great gifts and wonderful food, To put you in the festive mood And when at last the holiday’s through ...

May our warm wishes remain with you!

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GAB OVER by Pete THE FENCE G. Ossip Merry Christmas, everybody!

I hope you have a wonderful holiday with your families and friends, after going to church on Christmas Eve. Whether you get a lotta gifts or not, the most important thing is the love shared by all family members. . . . It’s unbelievable how warm it still is in December, and around here, no snow yet! The folks who run the slopes have been anxious for it to start snowing, or at least turn cold enough so they can make snow, but nothing doing so far.

Monday night was the first day of winter, or so it says on the calendar. . . . Ye Ed had a nice story and pictures of the live Christmas pageant down Bethlehem way that was held the Saturday and Sunday before. The fellow who is president of the pageant spoke to the Bath Lions last month and said it costs $10,000 to put on the performance each year. What wasn’t in the article is that the horses and riders come from Blue Ridge Ranch up in Moore Township and the camels are shipped up here from Natural Bridge Zoo in Virginia. I think he said Florence Liberto has been one of the angels in the pageant for several years. “Chick” says it’s 17 years!

Vice president of the pageant is Don Jenny, a buddy from the sportsmen’s federation. He’s also one of the Wise Men. . .If you wanta donate to the pageant, send your checks to Live Bethlehem Christmas Pageant, P.O. Box 263, Bethlehem, PA 18016.

I know it will help pay the bills . . . . Told you the Eagles would have a tough time with the Arizona Cardinals. Did they ever!!

What a blow out. They’ve been hanging on by a thread, like the Giants. My bet is those Washington Redskins will win the division. Too bad, Coach Kelly, you traded away some good players. . . . Another thing I like are Christmas cookies. My favorites are apees. They taste great and you can make all shapes and sizes with cut-outs. I usually get a couple spoons in the batter as Elmira’s making ‘em. Just a little reward

for watching the oven so they turn out just right. There’s lots of other varieties, but that and peanut butter and toll house cookies are great, too! I’m also a pie lover – blueberry, rhubarb custard and coconut custard top my list. Not much on cakes, but Margie Rehrig’s lemon and cream topping on top of a graham cracker base is a favorite. . . . “Chow” Silfies couldn’t make hearts last week, I hear, and Clark Smith hadta settle for Tastykakes. He’s hoping “Chow” brings donuts this week. . . .No coal for Christmas, ‘cause Pete was nice and not naughty.

Definitely a great gift for my sweetie, Elmira! See you soon in the new year.

BATH BOWLING Now There’s a Tie For First, Teams 4 And 1, in Die Hards

With Team 1 winning 3 to 1 and Team 4 losing 1 to 3, the result is a tie for place in the Bath Die Hards League as of Dec. 16.

Team 1 had a solid effort from Bob C. Kosman, 522; Bob R. Kosman, 505; Joe Bachman, 448, and Verna Schuon, 409 for the victory.

Team 1 came out on the short end, but had Gerald Bartholomew, 564; Charmaine Bartholomew, 507, and Amanda Leindecker, 456.

Team 7 is next and won 3 to 1 with Michelle Tirrell’s 431.

Team 5 won 3 to 1 with these series totals: Mike Cawley, 498; Kimberly Cawley, 452; John Cawley, 437, and Charlene Fassl, 410.

Team 6 has the same amount of wins and losses, but lost 1 to 3 this week. Sherry Longley led with a nice 517 and Polly Kosman had 401. The same for Team 2 on the wins and losses this season, and this time had only Ken Grube’s 507 for the 1 and 3 week.

Team 5 is last right now, but had a big 644 from Doug Head and 507 from David Guest.

STANDINGS Team 4 Team 1 Team 7 Team 5 Team 2

W L 41 19 41 19 36 24 31 29 30 30

Team 6 Team 3

30 27

30 33

Race Tightens a Bit More As Maxx Wins in Bath Commercial League

Bath Supply #1 tied 2-2 with Al’s Monsters, while Maxx Amusements won 3 to 1 over the Rice Family to again tighten the standings of the Bath Commercial Bowling League in week 14.

Supply #1 had Frank Yeakel, 229-244-232–705, along with Brent Connolly, 244-212–655; Steve Kerbacher, 207–595; Jeff Kerbacher, 204–555; and Harvey Rissmiller, 530. Monsters: Ryan Flick, 268-257-212–737; Scott Weinberg, 225-226-215–666; Kyle Weaver, 206-211–615; Adam Anthony, 234–592; Vernon Fehnel, 534.

Maxx Amusements’ scores included Anthony Gable, 233216-246–695; Andy Edelman, 205-232-257–632; George Hyde, 212–556; Bill Bachman, 206–542. No scores were listed for the Rice Family.

Daku Auto Body won 4 to 0 over the vacant team, and had these scores for the night: Marc Beichey, 235-257–684; Rich Mutarelli, 202-262–656; Scott Bortz, 217-215-203–635; Bob Daku, 201-202–598.

Bath Supply #2 also played to a 2 to 2 tie with Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering. #2: Patrick Effting, 279-225-246–750; Scott McGee, 222-218–634; Frank Courter, 545; John Kerbacher, 516. Carfara’s: Dino Carfara, 245-256-233–734; Jason Carfara, 234-248-204–686; Terry Bartholomew, 257-206–662; Brent Bartholomew, 226-235– 623; Gerald Bartholomew, 212– 565.

STANDINGS Bath Supply #1 Maxx Amusements Daku Auto Body Carfara’s Paint Bath Supply #2 Al’s Monsters Rice Family

W L 41 15 40 16 36 20 33 23 28 28 24 28 19 37

Top Bowling Scores at Bath Legion Post 470

These are the top bowling scores for the week of December 13 at the Bath American Legion Post #470 Bowling Lanes: MEN – Patrick Effting, 777750-718; Ryan Flick, 737; Dino Carfara, 734; Ed Musselman (300 game) 732-657; Scott Weinberg,

717-665-648; Anthony Gable, 695; Andy Edelman, 694; Jason Carfara, 686; Marc Beichey, 684; Marty Csencsits, 678; Bob Adams, Jr., 673-642; Terry Bartholomew, 662; Milt Kelly, 659; Rich Mutarelli, 656; Brent Connolly, 655; Adam Anthony, 653; John Zymweski, 646; Doug Head, 644; Jason Eberts, 638; Scott Bortz, 635.

WOMEN – Marian Shup, 524; Sherry Longley, 517; Sandy Becker, 512.

DARTBALL Bath Lutheran wins, but St. Paul’s sweeps in dartball St. John’s Lutheran of Bath lost a pair of games, and powerhouse St. Paul’s UCC of Northampton served notice they’re looking for another pennant in the Suburban Inter-church Dart Baseball League when they scored a threegame sweep on Monday night.

Bath Lutheran beat visiting Salem Lutheran of Bethlehem, 5-2, and then lost 8-3 and 5-1. Bath: Bob Meixsell, 6 for 13, and Dellie Iasiello, 4 for 9 with a home run. Bethlehem: Scott Hoffert, 7 for 14; Walt Hoffert, 6 for 13; Jason Biggs, 6 for 14, and Tyler Frankenfield, a homer.

St. Paul’s played at cellardwelling Farmersville and won 6-2, 5-2, and 2-0. Northampton: Jennifer Erkinger, 5 for 11; Jason Gross and Bret Remmel, both 5 for 12. Farmersville: Tom George, 5 for 11, and Ben Kerbaugh, 4 for 12.

Christ UCC of Bath traveled to Hecktown and beat DrylandTrinity, 7-6 and 6-3 before losing 6-3. Bath: Ron Wagner, 7 for 13; Dave haver, 6 for 12; Garry Hunsicker, 6 for 14; Gary Smith, a home run. Hecktown: Jim Goldman, 5 for 12; “Butch” Silfies, 5 for 13; Lou Dervarics, a homer, and Hermie Crush, crushed a pair of home runs.

Messiah Lutheran of Bethlehem played at Salem UCC in Moorestown and the locals won 2-0 and 4-1, sandwiched around a 12-5 loss. Moorestown: Kiersten Saeger, 5 for 11 with a homer; Jack Troxell, 4 for 12, and Rachel Krause, 3 for 8. Bethlehem: Harry Schoenberger, 5 for 11; and Rich Hasonich and Andy Mickelson, both 5 for 12.

In Bethlehem, Ebenezer Bible Fellowship lost 5-4 in 11 innings and 2-1, before salvaging a 6-5

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win at Emmanuel EC. Ebenezer: Jim Voortman, 8 for 14; Charlie Costanzo, 5 for 13, and Carol Voortman, 4 for 14. Emmanuel: Jim Hill, 5 for 12; Bruce Danyluk, 4 for 11; Judy Hoffert, 4 for 13, and Joey Hoffert, a homer.

St. Stephen’s Lutheran had the night off.

STANDINGS W L Bath Lutheran 28 14 St. Paul’s, Northampton 23 13 Dryland, Hecktown 26 16 Salem Luth., Bethlehem 21 15 Emmanuel, Bethlehem 23 19 St. Stephen’s, Beth’hem 19 20 Salem UCC, Moorest’n 20 22 Christ UCC, Bath 19 23 Messiah, Bethlehem 18 24 Ebenezer, Bethlehem 15 27 Farmersville 10 29

SCHEDULE: No games for Christmas – New Year’s. Next games on Jan. 4, 2016 – Farmersville at Messiah, St. Paul’s at Christ UCC, Emmanuel at Salem Luth., Salem UCC at St. Stephen’s, Dryland at Bath Luth. Ebenezer with the bye.

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School Board Continued from page 1

tive behavioral support in all schools.

• Expand upon options for student academic choice.

• Enhance the district plan to analyze student data at the classroom level.

• Implement a new grade 3-5 reading program to improve literacy.

• Implement a new K-5 math program to improve literacy.

•Implement Pa. Dept. of Education Mandatory Keystone Exam project based assessments at the high school.

• Develop a plan to implement STEM throughout the district K-12.

• Plan and deliver instructional technology professional development opportunities to staff • Expand the use of multi media.

Special Education Goals that the district wants for special education students include: • Monitor the implementation of the regular educational curriculum with appropriate accommodation for our special education students.

• Develop a program for middle school students who require autistic support services.

• Enhance the Transition Services/Program for student with disabilities.

• Ensure student participation in the least restrictive environment.

Potential personnel needs include remediation teachers due to Keystone Exam requirements and special education ESL personnel.

While there will be tax millage required for the middle school project, this next school year will be the last year of an increase.

The hope is to approve a preliminary budget by January 11, 2016, and to approve it on May 9. Major increases that are figured in include PSERS, salaries, health care, and charter/cyber schools.

Other Matters Board president David Goel asked for a volunteer to serve on the Bethlehem Area Vocational Technical School committee, which meets the first Tuesday of the month. Chuck Frantz resigned that task because of a conflict, and Chuck Longacre accepted it.

Most of the agenda was approved, but there was a discussion on the high school 201617 program of studies and grade 9 program of studies. It was approved, but amended with suggested changes to the program.

Former school director Jean Rundle attended the meeting as a citizen. She thanked the board for honoring her after 12 years of service, and said, “We are a family.”

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ache Center, St. Luke’s University Health Network, offers some tips for prevention and treatment options for quick relief, based on research, data and experience with her own migraine headaches.

“I believe that treatment for migraines starts with healthy living, and I encourage this with all my headache patients,” said Dr. Malik. “I will prescribe medications to prevent or reduce the number of migraines per month based on each individual’s headache history. Along with prescription medication, I also recommend specific supplements that have been shown to reduce the frequency and intensity of headaches.”

For all migraine sufferers, Dr. Malik suggests the following preventive measures: • Take your prescribed headache or other medications according to the proper schedule.

• Drink plenty of water and avoid highly-caffeinated and alcoholic beverages that may trigger your headaches.

• Try to maintain sleep patterns with consistent wake and sleep times.

• Supplement your diet with Vitamin B2 (also known as riboflavin) and magnesium.

• Try not to overindulge in foods that you know may be triggers.

• Exercise, at least three times a week, minimally a half hour each time. Walking is a perfect exercise for relaxation and headache prevention, said Dr. Malik.

• Meditate, listen to music, chat with a friend if you are feeling distressed about the holidays – or find an activity that you enjoy to help manage stress levels when you are feeling overwhelmed.

• Consider Botox™ injections or nerve blocks for facial muscle tension and trigger point relief.

• Schedule a massage, acu-

puncture, pedicure, reiki or spa time on a regular basis to keep distress at bay.

• Hug your friends and family. Simple touch like hugs and hand holding release endorphins into the body which help to keep us our stress in check, said Dr. Malik.

“Learning your triggers, making some lifestyle changes and preparing for the onset of migraines can drastically reduce headache frequency and improve quality of life,” said Dr. Malik.

When you feel a headache coming on, treat it immediately to stave off an hours-long retreat to a dark, quiet room, she said.

For very quick relief, Dr. Malik recommends the following options: • Consider a non-prescription, homeopathic severe headache and migraine nasal spray called Ausanil. This spray was developed by a neurologist Dr. Anjan Chatterjee to treat his own migraine headaches. The spray is comprised of capsicum annuum, raw extract of the chili pepper plant, and helps patients abort the migraine pain within a matter of minutes with no adverse

drug interactions. Patients have reported significant pain relief in fewer than 10 minutes, said Dr. Malik. Ausanil is available St. Luke’s HomeStar pharmacies, she said.

• Ice the neck or portion of the head as tolerated.

• Take a break from whatever you are doing, stretch, walk to change the position and relax your shoulders, neck and spine • Over the counter medications – patients seem to have the best success alternating ibuprofen with acetaminophen (like Extra-Strength Tylenol), unless counter-indicated with other medications.

• Pull your hair – gently!

Tugging on your hair improves blood circulation to the scalp and may help to alleviate tension on your head.

Dr. Malik concluded, “If you have a situation where you cannot control your severe migraine, call your primary care physician, visit one of St. Luke’s CareNow walk in centers or St. Luke’s emergency rooms to care for yourself so you can enjoy special holiday moments headache-free.”

May you and your family be blessed with our Savior’s presence and His presents of Peace, Joy, Grace, Mercy, Faith, Patience, Kindness Hope, and Love throughout Christmas and the New Year!

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Manger scene in Nazareth

The Manger with Mary and Joseph, Baby Jesus, and the shepherds and wise men is a favorite stop at Christmas time on the circle in Nazareth.

The objects were restored this year and were part of the Christmas lighting ceremony recently.

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by ANDY WEAVER Merry Christmas from Andy's Corner. The Nazareth Boys Basketball team went up to Pocono Mountain East on December 15 and won 66-55, then went over to Emmaus on December 18 where the Blue Eagles saw their first loss of the season, with Emmaus winning 49-45.

On Saturday, December 19 the boys came back home to take on East Stroudsburg South, winning 56-47. Next they’ll take on Whitehall at home at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, December 22. They’ll play in a holiday tournament at Honesdale High School on December 26 and December 28, where on the 26 they will take on Wallenpaupauck High School.

The Girls Basketball team played host to Pocono Mountain East on December 15, where they won 36-19. The girls hosted Emmaus on December 18 and won 61-27, and next will travel to Whitehall for a 7 p.m. game on Tuesday, December 22.

They’ll compete in the Bangor Holiday Tournament on Saturday, December 26 and Monday, December 28.

The Nazareth Wrestling Team had youth night on December 16, where they had their first home match vs. Allen and won 51-34. 24 hours later, on December 17, the Nazareth Wrestlers had Alumni Night where they took on Allentown Central Catholic and won 67-10. The boys went down to the Beast of the East Tournament in Newark, Delaware where they placed fourth in the weekend's tournament and won Top Public School. Sammy Sasso won first place in the Beast of the East Tournament and Brock Wilson got fourth. Tyson Klump and Sean Pierson both got seventh place and Travis Stafanik received third place. It was a very successful weekend for the

Wrestling Team in the Tournament. The Nazareth Wrestling Team is now off until the annual Bethlehem Holiday Tournament on Monday, December 28 and Tuesday, December 29.

The Nazareth Swimming Team is doing pretty well in the early stages of the season.

On Thursday, December 17, both the boy and girl swimmers beat Northampton. On Saturday, December 19 in a double meet with Southern Lehigh and Easton, the boy swimmers beat both the Rovers and Spartans, while the girls beat Easton but lost to Southern Lehigh. The Nazareth Swimming Team will host East Stroudsburg North at 4 p.m. on December 22 at Nazareth Middle School and then will be off until January 5, when they travel to Whitehall.

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Obituaries Miriam E. Conover

DEC. 25, 1925 – DEC. 10, 2015 Miriam E. Conover, 89, of Rutland, Vermont, formerly of Nazareth, died on Thursday, December 10 at home. She was the wife of Donald C. Conover for 58 years.

A graduate of Kutztown State College, she was an elementary art teacher for various New Jersey area school districts until retiring.

Born on December 25, 1925 in Nazareth, she was a daughter of the late Dr. Daniel E. and Minnie E. (Best) Reinert.

Miriam was a former member of Holmdel U.C.C. Church in New Jersey. She enjoyed gardening and bird watching.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Melissa C. Schulte, of Orwell, Vt.; two grandsons; and nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by four brothers, George, Raymond, Warren and Royal Reinert, and two sisters, Evelyn Reinert and Lillian R. Stehly.

Services were held on Monday morning in the Bartholomew Funeral Home, Bath. Interment followed in Hope Cemetery, Hecktown.

Elsie A. Dietz

FEB. 22, 1936 – DEC. 14, 2015 Elsie A. Dietz, 79, of Nazareth died on Monday, December 14 in the VNA Hospice of St. Luke’s in Lower Saucon Township. She was the wife of the late Ralph J. Dietz, who died on January 6, 1977.

After her husband’s death, Elsie worked at Gracedale, Gino & Jack’s Sportswear, and Beverly Blouse.

Born Feb. 22, 1936 in Nazareth, she was a daughter of the late John C. and Emma (Gubich) Yany.

Elsie was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Nazareth. Besides her family, her greatest joys were crocheting and polka dancing.

Surviving are two daughters, Cheryl Kress and Donna Kardelis, both of Wind Gap; a son, Ralph Dietz, of Nazareth; five grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; and a sister, Dolores Steffie, of Bethlehem.

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Preceding her in death were a brother, John Yany, and a sister, Rosemary Marchak.

Services were held on Saturday morning in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Family Church, and interment in the parish cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Michael J. Eckert

AUG. 17, 1966 –≠ DEC. 17, 2015 Michael J. Eckert, 49, of West Penn To w n s h i p , Schuylkill County, died suddenly on Thursday, December 17 at his home. He was the husband of Barbara H. Ogilvie-Eckert, who he married on July 18 of this year.

After attending Northampton High School, Michael successfully completed courses in training for truck driving. He was a truck driver for more than 20 years, and most recently was employed

by New Penn Trucking in Reading.

Born August 17, 1966 in Fountain Hill, he was a son of Harold D. Eckert and his wife, Kathleen, of Hickory Hills and Shirley A. (Muffley) Serfass and her companion, Doug Zander, of Walnutport.

Michael was a member of Teamsters Local #773, Allentown. He was a NASCAR and New England Patriots football fan, enjoyed ATVing, and was a follower of the country western band Crazy Hearts.

In addition to his wife and parents, he is survived by two sons, Jonathan Eckert of Florida and Tyler Eckert of Bethlehem; three daughters, Nichole Eckert of Florida, Ashley Eckert of Bethlehem, and Krystal Ogilvie of Easton; seven grandchildren; two brothers, Bob Eckert of Bath and Brian Eckert of Laurys Station; a sister, Lori Hansler, of Hickory Hills; mother-in-law, Betty H. Russell, of West Penn Township; brothers-in-law, David and Bruce Ogilvie, both of Slatington; sister-in-law, Pam Wilson, of Breinigsville; nieces and nephews.

Services will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 23 at 5:00 p.m. in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Friends and relatives are invited to call on Wednesday from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will be private.

Eleanor A. Ferretti

APRIL 13, 1940 – DEC. 12, 2015 Eleanor A. Ferretti, 75, of Bushkill Township, was stricken at home and died on Saturday, December 12 in St. Luke’s Hospital-Anderson Campus, Bethlehem Township. She was the wife of John J. Ferretti for 55 years.

A 1959 graduate of Bangor High School, she later earned a degree in nursing from the Easton Hospital School of Nurs-

ing. She had a successful career with Easton Hospital, where was a registered nurse for 40 years before retiring in 2003.

Born April 13, 1940 in North Bangor, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Helen (Lohman) Handelong.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, Michael J. Ferretti of Sciota and John E. Ferretti of Forks Township; a daughter, Kathleen E. Theodorou, of Bethlehem; two grandsons; three sisters, Esther Due of North Carolina, Helen Hughes of North Bangor, and Ruthann Long of New York; nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death was a brother, Joseph Handelong.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown.

Rose S. Heist

Rose Stella Heist, 80, of Lake Worth, Fla., formerly of Northampton, died on Monday, December 7, 2015. She was the wife of Luke Heist, Sr. She worked in various garment mills before retiring in 1996 and moving to Florida with her husband.

Born in Northampton, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Theresa (Lamm) Ressler.

She was a member of St. Luke’s Catholic Church, Lake Worth.

Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons, Jeffrey of Northampton and Luke, Jr. of Allentown; four daughters, Debra Heffelfinger of Bath, Lisa Sywensky of Northampton, Carol Mrowka of Schnecksville, and Tracy Cowitch of Northampton; 13 grandchildren; and 12 greatgrandchildren.

She was predeceased by a daughter, Michele Stolz; a sonin-law, Gerald Sywensky; two sisters, Theresa Hastings and Mary “Mitzi” Roth; and six brothers, Frank, Edward, John, Joseph, Charles and Robert Ressler.

A service was held on Tuesday morning in St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Coplay, with a graveside service in St. Peter’s Cemetery.

Memorial contributions mat be made to St. Peter’s Catholic Church, N. 5th St., Coplay, PA 18037.

Frances Mae Karch

SEPT. 25, 1923 – DEC. 14, 2015 Frances Mae “Pansy” Karch, 92, of Saylorsburg, died on Monday, Dec. 14 in the VNA Hospice of St. Luke’s in Lower Saucon Township. She was the wife of the late George A. Karch for 54 years before he died on Jan. 1, 1997.

She was a waitress at the Rainbow Diner in Nazareth for many years. Pansy attended Nazareth High School.

Born on September 25, 1923 in Nazareth, she was a daughter of the late Fred and Mabel C. (Frantz) Henshue.

She enjoyed crocheting, gardening and canning.

Surviving are a son, Bruce A. Karch of Oakfield, Maine; a

brother, Paul “Sonny” Henshue, of New York; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were a son, Barry Karch, and a sister, Virginia Karch.

Services were held on Tuesday morning in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, followed by burial in Greenwood Cemetery, Nazareth.

Anna E. Katchur

JULY 10, 1923 – DEC. 19, 2015 Anna E. Katchur, 92, of Northampton, formerly of Coplay, died on Saturday, December 19 at Gracedale. She was the wife of the late George Katchur.

She worked as a presser at the former Fuller Sportswear in Whitehall for 31 years, retiring in 1985.

Born July 10, 1923 in Northampton, she was a daughter of the late John and Rose (Koenig) Steiner.

Anna was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Stiles. She enjoyed spending time in Fort Meyers, Fla. with family and friends.

Surviving are two sons, George R. Katchur of Northampton and Roger J. Katchur of Allentown; a daughter, Judith Ann Kozo, of Fort Meyers; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, Dec. 23 at 10:30 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church, 3024 Ruch St., Whitehall. Family and friends may call Wednesday, 9-11 a.m. in the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton. Interment will follow in Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Allentown.

Memorial contributions may be made to the church.

Mary J. McGee

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Besides her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Michele Lerch, of Nazareth; four sons, Peter McGee, Jr. of High Point, N.C., Kevin M. McGee of Palmerton, Lawrence P. McGee of York, and William B. McGee of Northampton; three brothers, Marvin F. Schubert, Sr. of Charlotte, N.C., Charles Schubert of Bethlehem, and James D. Schubert, of Dover; nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were three infant children; a granddaughter, Caitlin E. McGee, and a sister, Betty Jean Kenney.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Monday morning in Notre Dame Catholic Church, Bethlehem, followed by interment in Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem.

Memorial contributions may be made to Lehigh Valley Hospice, 2166 S. 12th St., Suite 101, Allentown, PA 18103.

Constance A. Moyer

MARCH 21, 1936 – DEC. 15, 2015 Constance A. Moyer, 79, of Moore Township, died on Tuesday, December 15 in the V.N.A. Hospice of St. Luke’s in Lower Saucon Township. She was the wife of the late Robert L. Moyer, Sr. for 43 years before he died in 1997.

Early in her working career, she was employed at the former General Cigar Co. in Allentown, and later she worked as a sewing machine operator at the former Kraemer Textile Co. in Nazareth, before retiring in 1964.

Born March 21, 1936 in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Russell and Florence (Krammer) Yons.

She was a member of the Point Phillips Rod & Gun Club and enjoyed crocheting.

Surviving are a son, Robert L. Moyer, Jr., of Chapman Quarries; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and a niece.

She was preceded in death by two sons, Russell H. “Rocky” Moyer in 2012 and James H. Moyer in 2007; and a sister, Betty Jean.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family as arranged by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown.

There will be no calling hours.

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Mary J. McGee, 80, of Northampton, died on Thursday, December 17, 2015 at home. She was the wife of Peter McGee for 61 years.

A 1953 graduate of Bethlehem Catholic High School, she taught and choreographed dance across the U.S. and Canada.

Mary was born in St. Joseph, Missouri, daughter of the late Marvin F. Schubert, Sr. and LeVeta Lola (Neff) Schubert Mackowiak.

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Constance may be made to St. Luke’s Hospice, Development Office, 801 Ostrum St., Bethlehem, PA 18015.

Merritt W. Moyer

MARCH 5, 1932 – DEC. 11, 2015 Merritt W. Moyer, 83, of Walnutport, died on Friday, December 11 in Lehigh Valley HospitalCedar Crest, Salisbury Township.

He was the husband of the late Lorraine Mae (Roth) Moyer.

He was employed by Kraft Foods, Breinigsville, for many years before retiring.

Born March 5, 1932, he was a son of the late Paul and Elsie (Weitknecht) Moyer.

Surviving are three sons, Neil Moyer of Walnutport, Matthew Moyer of Walnutport, and William Schwartz of Minersville; a daughter, Christine Pritchard, of Coplay; two brothers, Quentin Moyer of Walnutport and Dale Moyer of Northampton; a sister, Jeanette Wetzel, of Danielsville; and four grandchildren.

He was predeceased by a daughter, Julie Ann. Services were held on Friday afternoon in the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, followed by interment in Zion Cemetery, Northampton.

Stanley A. Nowik, Jr.

AUG. 7, 1950 – DEC. 17, 2015 Stanley A. Nowik, Jr., 65, of Northampton, died on Thursday, December 17 in ManorCare Services, West Allen.

Born August 7, 1950 in Northampton, he was a son of the late Stanley J. Nowik and Helen (Oszczkiewicz) Nowik of Northampton.

He had served in the U.S. Navy and was a former member of St. Michael’s Church, Northampton.

Besides his mother, he is survived by a son, Matthew Nowik, of York; a grandson; two broth-

ers, Christopher Nowik of Bath and John Nowik of Plainfield, N.J.; and many nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Monday morning in Queenship of Mary Catholic Church, Northampton. Arrangements were by the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton.

Memorial donations may be made to Catholic War Veterans Post #454, Northampton, or Queenship of Mary Church, both c/o the funeral home at 326 E. 21st St., Northampton, PA 18067.

Viola G. Reimer

JULY 16, 1922 – DEC. 19, 2015 Viola G. “Vi” Reimer, 93, formerly of Bushkill Township, died on Saturday, December 19 in Country Meadows, Bethlehem, where she had been a resident the past three years. She was the wife of the late Mason Reimer, who died in August 2012.

A 1940 graduate of Pen Argyl High School, she worked at the J. T. Baker Chemical Co. in New Jersey, where she then retired.

Born July 16, 1922 in Wind Gap, she was a daughter of the late Clifford and Amy (Houck) Florey.

Viola was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Moorestown, where she was a member of the Altar Guild and sang on the choir.

Surviving are two daughters, Kay Smith and Susan Fenner; a step-son, Curt Reimer; a stepdaughter, Pam Kintzer; three grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death was a sister, Verna Goodge.

Funeral services were held in Holy Cross Lutheran Church on Tuesday morning with The Rev. Royan Rodney officiating. Burial followed in Plainfield Cemetery, Plainfield Township. Arrangements were by the Schmidt Funeral Home, Nazareth.

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Amazing! This Baby born of a virgin (Matthew 1:23) in a lowly manager was actually “God with us!” The invisible God, “No man hath seen God at any time” (John 1:18), made Himself visible to man! He “was made flesh, and dwelt among us, and we beheld his glory” (John 1:14). Simeon saw Baby Jesus in the temple and declared, “Mine eyes have seen thy salvation, which thou hast prepared before the face of all people” (Luke 2:30-31).

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An unknown author wrote: “Christ came from the bosom of the Father to the bosom of a woman. He put on humanity that we might put on divinity. He became a man that we might become the sons of God. In infancy He startled a king; in boyhood He puzzled the doctors; in manhood He ruled the course of nature. He walked upon the billows, hushed the sea to sleep, and healed the multitudes without medicine. He never wrote a book; yet the libraries of the world are filled with volumes that have been written about Him. He never penned a musical note; yet He is the theme of more lyrics than any other subject in the world. Great men have come and gone; yet He lives on. Herod could not kill Him, Satan could not seduce Him, death could not destroy Him, the grave could not hold Him! He stands forth upon the highest pinnacle of Heavenly glory, proclaimed of God, acknowledged by angels, adored by saints, and feared by devils, as the living, personal Christ, our Lord, our Savior and our God!” Do you know Him? See: www.naog.ws/theway.htm

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Sterling A. Rothrock

MARCH 20, 1921 – DEC. 14, 2015 Sterling A. Rothrock, 94, of Walnutport, died Monday, December 14 at home. He was the husband of the late Marguerite E. (Gilbert) Rothrock.

He was employed as an electrical inspector at the former Universal Atlas Cement Co. in Northampton for 34 years before retiring in 1980. He was also a lifelong farmer in Northampton County.

Born March 20, 1921 in Northampton, he was a son of the late Arlo and Esther (Newhard) Rothrock.

He was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Northampton.

Surviving are his children, Doris G. Rothrock of Walnutport, Linda D. Schurawlow of Brodheadsville, David G. Rothrock of Walnutport, Debra G. Rothrock of Nescopeck, and Lorene G. Hume of Walnutport; a brother, Gordon Rothrock, of Slatington; six grandchildren and four greatgrandchildren.

Services were held on Saturday in the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Schnecksville. Interment followed in Union Church Cemetery, Neffs.

Joseph V. Schuch, Sr.

SEPT. 5, 1932 – DEC. 17, 2015 Joseph V. Schuch, Sr., 83, of Northampton, died on Thursday, December 17 in ManorCare, Bethlehem. He was the husband of Marie R. (Schoemaker) Schuch for 40 years on January 14.

He worked in maintenance at St. Francis of Assisi Parish School and Holy Family Manor. Joseph was the manager of the Roxy Theatre in Northampton for 15 years. He had served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, achieving the rank of staff sergeant.

Born September 5, 1932 in Northampton, he was a son of the late Alois and Mary (Yandrisevits) Schuch.

He was a member of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Northampton, and was a 4th Degree member in the Knights of Columbus, Allentown Chapter #528.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Eleanor Ott of Allentown and Kelly Croslis of Whitehall; three sons, Michael Berger of Allentown, Thomas Berger of Palmerton, and Mack Berger of Suffolk, Va.; 17 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and four sisters, Minnie of Austria, Anna of Northampton, Angela of Northampton, and Mitzi of New York.

Preceding him in death were three children, Mary, Susan and Joseph, Jr.; and two sisters, Helen and Theresa.

A memorial service was held on Tuesday morning in the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Can-

cer Society and Wounded Warrior Project, both c/o the funeral home at 326 E. 21st St., Northampton, PA 18067.

Dawn D. Seier

DEC. 9, 1941 – DEC. 15, 2015 Dawn D. Seier, 74, formerly of Northampton and Jim Thorpe, died on Tuesday, December 15 in her daughter’s Walnutport home. She was the wife of the late Richard P. Seier, who died in 2012.

She worked at Cross Country Clothes in Northampton for eight years, PNC Bank for 15 years, and True Life Acres Assisted Living for seven years until retiring in 2004.

Born December 9, 1941 in Northampton, she was a daughter of the late Hattie A. Jacoby, who was a single parent and worked many years as a cook at the Allen House in Northampton.

Dawn was a member of Grace U.C.C. Church, Northampton.

Surviving are two daughters, Cynthia Graberitz of Northampton, and Bonnie Horwith of Walnutport; a son, Jeffrey Seier, of Northampton; eight grandchildren; and two great-granddaughters.

She was preceded in death by a daughter, Christine Knappenberger.

Funeral services were held on Saturday morning in Grace U.C.C. Church, Northampton.

Memorial contributions may be made to the church at 9th & Lincoln Ave., Northampton, PA 18067. Arrangements were by the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton.

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Richard A. Werner

Richard “Rawhide” A. Werner, 76, of Northampton, died Saturday evening, December 19, 2015 in Liberty Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Allentown. He was the husband of the late Barbara A. (Choronzak) Werner, who died in 2011.

A 1957 graduate of Northampton High School, he was employed in the maintenance department of Allentown State Hospital for more than 30 years, retiring in 2001.

Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Fred and Lillian Werner.

Richard was a member of St. Paul’s U.C.C. Church, Northampton. He was an avid bowler and Pittsburgh Steelers football fan. Richard was also a member of and enjoyed target shooting at the Tri-Boro Sportsmen Assn., Northampton. He enjoyed watching westerns.

Surviving are a step-son, Kenneth W. Buss, Jr., with whom he resided; a sister, Beulah Turnicky, of Quakertown; and several nieces and nephews.

He was pre-deceased by three sisters, Janet Werner, Mildred Youngkin, and Gertrude Mizur; and three brothers, Robert, Vernon and Benjamin Werner.

Services will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 23 at the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, followed by interment in Slatedale Cemetery, Washington Township.

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PUBLIC NOTICE-LEGAL ESTATE NOTICE HUGHES, ERMA K., dec’d.

Late of Forks Township, Northampton County, PA Executor: Kathryn A. Hughes, 1907 Ellis Hollow Road, Ithaca, NY 14850 Attorney: Barbara Rush Renkert, Esquire, 2120 Northampton Street, Easton, PA 18042 (12/10-12/24) PUBLIC NOTICE Chapman Borough Council at their regular monthly meeting in January will adopt the following Ordinances: Ordinance 2015-3- AN ORDINANCE OF CHAPMAN BOROUGH, AUTHORIZING THE BOROUGH’S ENTRY INTO A POLICE SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH THE TOWNSHIP OF MOORE. Ordinance 2015-4- AN ORDINANCE OF CHAPMAN BOROUGH, AUTHORIZING THE BOROUGH’S ENTRY INTO A SNOW PLOWING/CINDERING SERVICES AND FIRE AND AMBULANCE WORKER’S COMPENSATION INERMUNICIPAL A G R E E MENT WITH THE TOWNSHIP OF MOORE. All above ordinances are available for public inspection and will be acted upon at the January 4, 2016 regular monthly meeting. Any interested party may contact John Defassio, Borough Secretary, for an appointment to review the proposed ordinances.

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ESTATE NOTICE The Estate of FREDERICK E. MAY, JR., deceased, of the City of Easton, Count of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the above Estate were granted to Donald A. May, Executor, on December 4, 2015. All persons indebted to the Estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claim or demand are to present the same without delay to Donald A. May, in care of Gregory R. Reed, Attorney-atLaw, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299, Nazareth, PA 18064-0299.

(12/17-12/31) NOTICE OF SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS BOROUGH OF NORTHAMPTON The following meeting dates have been established for the Borough Council and the Board of Health for the year 2016.

Borough Council regular public workshop meeting at 7:30 P.M. the first Thursday of each month.

Borough Council regular public meeting at 7:30 P.M. the third Thursday of each month.

The Board of Health meets the last Tuesday of each month at 7:00 P.M. The location of all the above meetings, unless there is written notice to the contrary, will be at the Municipal Building, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania.

Gene Zarayko Borough Manager

Allen R. Danner, Lucille J. Werner and Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire c/o Scott R. Steirer, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Scott R. Steirer, Esquire Pierce & Sterier, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (12/24-1/7)

Alice A. Rehrig, Secretary Lehigh Township Northampton County (12/24) ESTATE NOTICE The Estate of NANCY CHRISTINE LEINEN, aka: Nancy C. Leinen, deceased, of the Township of Upper Nazareth, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the above Estate were granted to Vicky L. Chatenka (aka: Vicky L. Miller), Executrix, on December 10, 2015. All persons indebted to the Estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claim or demand are to present the same without delay to Vicky L. Miller, in care of Gregory R. Reed, Attorney-at-Law, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299, Nazareth, PA 18064-0299.

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December 24-30, 2015 13 ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1, ADMINISTRATION AND GOVERNMENT, PART 4, POLICE DEPARTMENT, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF NAZARETH, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA. BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Borough of Nazareth, in Borough Council assembled, and it is hereby ordained and enacted by the authority of the same, that Chapter 1, Administration and Government, Part 4, Police Department, of the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, is hereby amended as follows: PART 4 Police Department §401. Police Department. A Police Department is hereby established in and for the Borough of Nazareth. The Police Commissioner shall be the chief executive of the Police Department.

He shall, under the direction of the Mayor, be in charge of the Police Department and have supervision over the Chief and the members in the exercise of their powers, duties and authority.

The existing police force of the Borough is hereby established and confirmed as the Police Department established by this Part. §402. Classifications in Police Department. Subordinate to the Police Commissioner and the Police Department, the classifications of Chief of Police, Deputy Chief, Sergeant and Patrolman are hereby established. The priority of authority among such subordinate classifications shall be in the order above listed.

The number of persons to serve in each of such subordinate classifications on a full-time and/or part-time basis and the compensation of each shall be as determined by the Borough Council from time to time. §403. Special Patrolmen. Nothing in this Part shall affect the authority of the Mayor to appoint special policemen during emergencies.

ORDAINED AND ENACTED into an Ordinance this day of , A.D. 2015.

(SEAL) BOROUGH OF NAZARETH ATTEST:

By Daniel Chiavaroli, President Paul A. Kokolus, Secretary

The foregoing Ordinance approved by me this day of , A.D. 2015.

Carl R. Strye, Jr., Mayor

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UPPER NAZARETH TOWNSHIP REORGANIZATION MEETINGS Board of Supervisors – January 4, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. Reorganization/Regular business meeting January 20, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. Regular business meeting Auditors – January 5, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. Reorganization meeting

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MEETING NOTICE The annual organizational meeting of the Board of Supervisors will be held on Monday, January 4, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.

The Traffic Impact Committee will meet on January 4, 2016, at 6:00 p.m.

The regular monthly meeting of the Lehigh Township Planning Commission will be held on Monday, January 11, 2016, at 6:00 p.m.

The regular monthly meeting of the Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors will be held on Tuesday, January 12, 2016, at 7:00 p.m.

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

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ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Robert A. Danner, also known as Robert Allen Danner, late of the Township of Moore, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased.

WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Allen R. Danner, Lucille J. Werner and Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire, Executors of the Estate of Robert A. Danner, also known as Robert Allen Danner. 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

Zoning Hearing BoardDecember 28, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. Reorganization meeting Meetings are held at the Municipal Building, 100 Newport Ave, Nazareth, PA 18064

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The following is a schedule of Upper Nazareth Township meetings for the year 2016. Any special meetings or changes will be done by legal advertisement.

Zoning Hearing Board meetings are held the last Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. on an as-needed basis and will be legally advertised.

Planning Commission Board of Supervisors 1st Thursday following the 1st & 3rd Wednesday (see holidays) 2nd Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. Workshop at 6:30 p.m. (as needed) January 14 February 11 March 10 April 14 May 12 June 9 July 14 August 11 September 15 October 13 November 10 December 15

Regular Meeting at 7:00 p.m.

January 4 & 20 February 3 & 17 March 2 & 16 April 6 & 20 May 4 & 18 June 1 & 15 July 6 & 20 August 3 & 17 September 7 & 21 October 5 & 19 November 2 & 16 December 7 & 21 (12/24)

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ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 15, MOTOR VEHICLES, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF NAZARETH, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA. BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Borough of Nazareth, in Borough Council assembled, and it is hereby ordained and enacted by the authority of the same, that Chapter 15, Motor Vehicles, of the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, is hereby amended as follows: A new Section 110 shall be added as follows: §110. Scofflaw. The Police Department is authorized to remove, impound and/or immobilize or to order the removal, impounding and/or immobilization of any vehicle parked on any of the streets of the Borough of Nazareth. The Department of Public Works and/or the Police Department is authorized to remove, impound and/or immobilize any vehicle parked in any Borough-owned parking lot or any property owned or leased by the Borough of Nazareth which is in violation of any of the provisions of the laws or ordinances of the Borough when lawfully posted pursuant to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Regulations.

A. If any motor vehicle/conveyance is illegally parked in violation of this Code or any applicable provision of the Motor Vehicle Code of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or whose owner is delinquent in payment of fines, costs and penalties as a result of the owner’s vehicle being in violation of the parking laws of the Borough of Nazareth or the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, then that owner’s vehicle(s)/conveyance(s) shall be prohibited from parking on Borough streets and may be removed, impounded or immobilized.

B. The owner of any vehicle/conveyance removed, impounded or immobilized under this section may obtain possession of the vehicle/conveyance by: 1. Furnishing proof of valid registration and financial responsibility; and 2. Paying all fines, costs and fees associated with the removal, impoundment or immobilization or making arrangements with the appropriate authority to make payments of all fines and costs by installments.

C. The Police Department and the designated Parking Enforcement Officers employed by the Borough of Nazareth are hereby further empowered to immobilize any motor vehicle/conveyance parked on the streets or highways of the Borough Of Nazareth in violation of this Code by attaching a wheellocking or similar device.

D. Upon notification of the accumulation of five unpaid parking tickets, with one being in the penalty phase, the immobilization process shall be implemented. Upon immobilization, a certified letter will be sent to the last registered owner informing him/her of the reason for the immobilization and the process for release of the vehicle. The last registered owner of the vehicle,

upon receipt of the certified letter, will have seven (7) business days to respond to the Nazareth Police Department for direction to remedy immobilization and/ or fines, costs and penalties. If no response from the last registered owner is received by the Nazareth Police Department within seven (7) business days, the Police Department shall institute actions against the vehicle’s owner for abandonment of the vehicle on public or private property. Vehicles not released within the seven (7) business days will be towed to a storage facility chosen by the Borough of Nazareth and may accrue towing and storage charges in addition to any other fines, costs, and penalties.

E. No removed, impounded or immobilized motor vehicle/ conveyance shall be released until all fines, costs and fees, including towing, storage and/ or immobilization owed by the vehicle owner have been paid in full with the Borough of Nazareth. For the purposes of this section “all fines and costs” shall include fines, penalties, and costs owed by the vehicle owner for a parking ticket issued by the Nazareth Police or a designated Parking Enforcement Officer employed by the Borough of Nazareth.

F. If any motor vehicle/conveyance is illegally parked in violation of this chapter or any applicable provision of the Motor Vehicle Code of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or whose owner is delinquent in payment of fines and costs or whose owner is delinquent in payment of fines and penalties as a result of his/her violation of the parking laws of the Borough of Nazareth or the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, then that owner’s motor vehicle(s)/ conveyance(s) shall be prohibited from parking on Borough streets and maybe seized, removed and impounded or immobilized.

Section 411, Parking Under Certain Conditions Prohibited, shall be deleted in its entirety and replaced with a new Section 411 as follows: §411. Motor Vehicle Parking Violations. It shall be unlawful for persons operating a motor vehicle in or upon the streets or private properties in the Borough of Nazareth to commit any parking violation of the Motor Vehicle Code of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, including but not limited to the following infractions enumerated below.

A. Park, stop, or stand outside of designated parking areas, including but not limited to: on a sidewalk, within fifteen (15) feet (or the current Commonwealth parking distance limit) of a fire hydrant; within twenty (20) feet (or the current Commonwealth distance limit) from a crosswalk at an intersection; within thirty (30) feet (or the current Commonwealth designated distance limit) of a stop sign; park more than twelve (12) inches from the curb (or the current Commonwealth parking distance limit); parked against traffic; within an intersection or crosswalk; B. Operate a vehicle and stop, stand or park said vehicle in any place marked as a passenger or loading zone, other than for expeditious loading or unloading of passengers, or for the unloading and delivery or

pick up and loading of materials.

C. Operate a vehicle and stop, stand or park in front of a public or private driveway.

D. Operate a vehicle and stop, stand or park such vehicle upon any roadway or in any parking area in such manner as to form an obstruction to traffic thereon or to block the exit or removal of another vehicle, including but not limited to double parking; parking in a fashion which creates a risk of damage or harm to other vehicles or drivers; parking in a fashion which disrupts access of emergency vehicles to a designated area.

E. Park a vehicle within fifty (50) feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing.

F. Park, stop, or stand a vehicle in violation of any posted official sign designating location and/or time.

G. Park within twenty (20) feet of the driveway entrance to any fire station or, when properly posted, on the side of a street opposite the entrance to any fire station within seventy-five (75) feet of the entrance.

H. Park or leave unattended a vehicle on private property without the consent of the owner or other person in control or possession of the property except in the case of emergency or disablement of the vehicle, in which case the operator shall arrange for the removal of the vehicle as soon as possible.

1. The provisions of this subsection shall not apply to private parking lots unless such lots are posted to notify the public of any parking restrictions and the operator of the vehicle violates such posted restrictions. For the purposes of this section “private parking lot” means a parking lot open to the public or used for parking without charge; or a parking lot used for parking with charge.

2. Property owner may remove vehicle. The owner or other person in charge or possession of any property on which a vehicle is parked or left unattended in violation of the provisions of subsection A. may remove or have removed the vehicle at the reasonable expense of the owner of the vehicle. Such person who removes or has removed a vehicle left parked or unattended in violation of the provisions of subsection A. shall have a lien against the owner of the vehicle in the amount of the reasonable value of the costs of removing the vehicle plus the costs of storage.

I. Operate and park a vehicle which does not exhibit a current Pennsylvania vehicular registration or inspection certificate.

J. Operate and park a vehicle in such a manner as to take up more than one designated parking spot.

K. Operate a vehicle and stop, stand or park said vehicle on any street, which (a) does not display a current plate, or (b) does not display a current inspection sticker.

Section 405, Parking Time Limited in Certain Locations Certain Days and Hours, shall be amended to delete the following:

Street

Side

S. Main St. East of Walnut St. for 22’

Between

Days

Limit

A point 151’ north Every day

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Center Sq. North A point 19’ 10” east Every day 15 mins. eastof N. Main St. to a quadrant point 31’ 10” east of N. Main St. Section 402, Parking Prohibited at All Times in Certain Locations, shall be amended to add the following: Street Seip Ave. 300’ west thereof

Side South

Between Phoenix Street and a point

Mauch Chunk St. North A point 156’ west of Green St. and a point 208’ west of Green St. Belvidere St. thereof

North

Main St. and a point 136’ east

Section 211, Stop Intersections Established, shall be amended to add the following: Stop Street Stoudt St. Phoenix St. Prospect St.

Intersection or Through Street Phoenix Street Prospect Street Phoenix Street

Direction of Travel East South West

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Jacobsburg Environmental education Center community programs, January 2016 submitted by LAUREN FORSTER Snowshoes and Hiking Poles Available When: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, 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, usually at least five 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.

First Day Hikes Friday, January 1, 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Get out and get hiking on the first day of 2016.

Join center educator Rick Wiltraut for two interpretive hikes at Jacobsburg.

We will explore the old growth forest of Henrys Woods. The hikes will leave at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. from the Visitor Center at 400 Belfast Road.

Each hike will be two miles long over moderate terrain.

The trail is not suitable for strollers. Bring comfortable hiking shoes, a water bottle, and wear layers.

Registration is required; please specify whether you would like to join us for the morning or afternoon hike.

Winter Plants Snowshoe Walk Thursday, January 7, 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Join educator Lauren Forster for a winter plants

walk in snowshoes. Learn how to identify plants in winter and how they cope with the cold. If we don’t get any snow we’ll hike in our boots. The hike will be about two miles. Bring water and a snack. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather. Registration is required.

Family Night: Fish Printing Friday January 8, 6:307:30 p.m.

Learn the Japanese art of Gyotaku or fish printing.

We’ll use paint and model fish to make prints of various Pennsylvania species.

We will also study their anatomy and habitat needs to create accurate paintings of fish in the wild. Paper will be provided, but you are welcome to bring a bandana or t-shirt to print on. It is recommended that you wear old clothes or a smock. Registration is required.

Winter Bird Count Saturday, January 16, 8:00 AM - 4:00 p.m.

Join us as we spend the day birding at Jacobsburg and other places in the Bushkill Creek Watershed.

We’ll count birds and look for oddball species that may have wandered into the area. Participants should dress for the weather and bring binoculars and a lunch. Registration is required.

History of Snowshoeing Saturday, January 23, 10:00-11:30 a.m.

Learn how to snowshoe while learning the history of these helpful winter tools. If we don’t get any snow we’ll focus on using trekking poles and hike in our boots. The hike will be about two miles. Bring water and a snack. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather. Registration is

required.

Snowshoeing for Scouts Saturday, January 23, 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Scouts will learn how to prepare for being outdoors in winter as well as how to use snowshoes.

We’ll go for a hike in snowshoes, stopping along the way to talk about outdoor scenarios and how to prepare for them. If we don’t get any snow we’ll hike in our boots. The hike will be about two miles. Bring water and a snack. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather. Registration is required.

Eagle Watching along the Delaware Saturday, January 30, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

The upper Delaware River is one of the best places in the east to observe wintering Bald Eagles. Join us for this trip as we venture up along the river in the scenic Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area from Arrow Island to Milford in search of these magnificent birds. Golden Eagles have also been observed on these trips in the past. This is a great opportunity for photographers. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars and a lunch. There will be a stop for snacks and hot beverages along the way.

Registration is required.

Limited van transportation is available for first time participants. You can also view and register for community programs online at http:// events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.

Cheer your guests with Healthful choices (NAPS)—When the party’s at your place, you want to put out a spread that both tastes good and is good for your guests. Experts can offer a few tips on how to make a meal that is both delicious and healthful.

Consider this: The National Cancer Institute estimates that at least 35 percent of all cancers have a nutritional connection.

It could be obesity, insulin resistance, sex hormone changes or impaired blood glucose levels, depending on the type and location of the cancer.

So when planning a menu for your next family dinner, major occasion or get-together with friends, you want to offer a healthy meal. Consider both the different dishes and how they’re prepared.

Doctor’s Advice Here are four tips from Dr. Julianne Dunne, gynecologist and obesity medicine specialist at Westmed Medical Group: 1. Side with the good guys: When it comes to side dishes and appetizers, stick to fruits, veggies, nuts, seeds and healthy fats and oils. Instead of potato chips, pita chips and corn chips, offer a crudité selection of celery and carrot sticks, cucumber slices and zucchini spears. Use these in healthy dips, such as guacamole (avocados are a source of healthy fats), hummus (chickpeas are high in protein) and salsa (full of vegetables). Also, offer a selection of nuts.

2. Meat the latest standards.

A recent report from the World Health Organization said eating processed meats may increase the risk of colorectal cancer. It may be best to choose grass-fed or pasture-raised meat that is free of antibiotics and hormones. Look for the term “certified organic” on the label to avoid pesticides, fertilizers and GMOs. Choose unprocessed, nitrate-free and low-sodium options.

Explains Dr. Jonathan Finegold, Gastroenterology, Westmed Medical Group: “It’s well established that a diet high in red meat, especially processed meats,

is a risk factor for colon cancer. I recommend a balanced diet high in fish, chicken and vegetables.

There can be some red meat but it should be grilled to medium— not well-done—consistency and certainly not fried or overcooked.

Lean meat such as a filet mignon may be better than a fatty T-bone steak.”

3. Go wild for fish. When serving fish, your best bets are wild salmon, sardines, mussels, rainbow trout and Atlantic mackerel.

A great choice for an entrée can be poached salmon served with steamed broccoli and mashed cauliflower. This meal is high in omega-3 fatty acids and fiber but low in calories and carbohydrates.

4. Cooking caution. The National Institute of Cancer warns that when meat, fish and poultry are cooked using high temperatures—such as in panfrying or grilling directly over a high flame—chemicals that are potential carcinogens can form. Safer methods of preparation include steaming, baking at or below 350° F, boiling or poaching. If you’re going to use the grill, turn the meat frequently and avoid any burnt, blackened or charred portions.

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Rannells’ Way of Thinking – One Step Ahead

by TONY ANDROCKITIS When the Lehigh Valley Phantoms have a 7 p.m. home game, he arrives at the PPL Center around 5:45 a.m. – perhaps to sharpen a few pairs of skates he hadn’t gotten to the night before.

After he puts out the players’ gear and practice jerseys for the team’s morning pre-game skate and the team completes the practice, it’s drying the players’ hockey gloves, cleaning up the locker room and re-organizing it with game jerseys.

The players go home for an afternoon meal and nap before coming back to the rink to get ready for the game, but he stays – either to get a head start on ordering more hockey equipment for future games and practices or to get in a run (he trains for halfmarathons and full-marathons

that he does in the summer).

The players come back to the rink around 4:30 p.m. to get ready for that night’s game, their equipment and jerseys all neatly stowed away in their respective locker stalls and their replacement hockey sticks already setup on the bench because he stayed and got everything in order.

During the game, he’s the guy seen leaning over the bench extending as far as he can with a hockey stick so a Phantoms player who has broken his during play can swing by and grab his new one on the fly. He also sharpens skates with a crafty tool on the bench between players’ shifts on the ice during play for a quick fix if necessary, or with the standard machine off-ice between periods.

He also fixes broken equipment.

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After the game, the routine is similar to what is done after the morning skate. The gloves are put on the drying racks, the jerseys are washed, the locker room is cleaned up and re-organized for the next day’s practice.

If the team has another game the following night on the road, the players are putting their gear in hockey bags left at their locker stalls directly after the game so he can load up the bags on the bus while the players do their respective cool downs and shower into clean clothes for the overnight bus ride to their destination for the next night’s game.

When the bus arrives to the city the team is going to be playing in - likely at around 1 or 2 a.m. or later – the players are dropped off at the hotel to get some sleep while he and some of the other off-ice staff unload all the gear at the rink so it’s ready for either a pre-game skate or the next night’s game.

Lather. Rinse. Repeat.

But who is, ‘he’? He is Andy Rannells – the Lehigh Valley Phantoms head equipment manager.

“That’s the game day routine,” Rannells said, adding, “It’s a routine though, so it’s not terrible.

There are a lot of areas we have made more efficient. It’s all about being as efficient as you can. A lot of planning and thinking ahead it’s better to be prepared.”

Working all kinds of aroundthe-clock hours is nothing new to Rannells. In his second year with the Phantoms as the team’s head equipment manager, Rannells has come a long way from his hometown of St. Paul, Minnesota, where he first was introduced to his craft by helping his high school hockey team.

“It was a pretty cool experience, being able to do that. It was something I really enjoyed,” Rannells said of being behind the bench of his high school team helping out. “I kind of decided in my junior year of high school that’s what I wanted to do, was to pursue that.”

That turned into making his college decision to go to the University of Minnesota-Duluth to help the men’s and women’s ice hockey teams as a student assistant.

“The first year was a little different, just because it wasn’t what you were used to in high school.

It was a little bit more,” Rannells recalled of helping out in his freshman year, leaning on the 30 years of experience of the equipment manager he was helping out.

After college, Rannells got a job as an assistant equipment manager with USA Hockey and worked with the United States National Team Development Program,

Andy Rannells (standing) has quite a time consuming job with the Lehigh Valley Phantoms.

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where he shared a locker room with the country’s most talented hockey players born in 1993 – several of whom are now in the National Hockey League (NHL).

After a year in Ann Arbor, Michigan with the US National Team Program, Rannells caught his big break. Although he had applied for the equipment manager position at his alma mater Minnesota-Duluth while still attending – a position that opened up because his mentor had retired – he didn’t get the job because he was still in school. The guy who took over at Minnesota-Duluth

that Rannells worked under during his senior year had called him and told him of an opening at the University of North Dakota.

In June 2010, Rannells became the head equipment manager for University of North Dakota Men’s hockey team – a position he held for four years prior to coming to the Philadelphia Flyers organization to work as the Phantoms’ head equipment guy.

“I really enjoy working with the Flyers [organization],” Rannells said of his decision to come east, explaining the path he took to get to this point in his career.