The Home News February 16

Cement Worker of the Month: Dennis L. Cacciola, Keystone Cement

Moore Township home Destroyed in fire

By HOME NEWS STAFF

A Moore Township home was destroyed in an early morning fire on Tuesday, February 14. The fully involved fire occurred at 5 Overlook Ln. in the Hickory Hills Mobile Home Park and was reported just after 1:30 a.m. No injuries were reported, however according to a Go Fund Me page that has been established for the family, all of their possessions are either damaged, destroyed or unusable. The Go Fund Me page states that Red Cross is currently working with the family to provide them temporary housing. A goal of $15,000 has been set to help provide support to the family effected by the fire. If you would like to donate, please visit www.gofundme.com and search for “The Kurz Family Fire.”

By ED PANY

Dennis Cacciola was reared in Moore Township. At age 12, he and his mother, brother and sister picked potatoes on the Alan Scholl farm.

He recalled, “I earned $1 an hour.”

He was a student in the votech program while attending Northampton High School. Dennis was also a fine student of this writer. He worked for Fritch Fuel in the school co-op program.

Upon graduation in 1978, Dennis was hired as a serviceman by Fritch Fuel, utilizing his training to work on heating installations and air conditioning.

He said, “I enjoyed the work but dreaded collecting back oil bills.”

In 1984, Dennis started a cement career at Keystone Cement. Starting in the labor department, he has worked in every area of the plant, the quarry, crusher operator, loader, electrical department, welder, packhouse and millwright.

Former co-workers Steve Hansler, Fred Schramel and Galen Wuchter shared their experiences and working skills with him.

Presently, Dennis works with 13 skilled millwrights, who keep

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Moore Township Zoning denies all Requests from Water’s Edge at Wind Gap warehouse appeal

By SAVANNAH BROWN

The Moore Township Zoning Hearing Board met Friday, February 10 to deliberate on the Water’s Edge at Wind Gap LLC warehouse development proposal appeal. The ongoing appeal that began June 6, 2022 over the course of a six-part hearing challenged the substantive validity and requested relief of various sections of the township’s zoning ordinances as well as determinations made by the engineer and zoning officer.

The Water’s Edge development

plans proposed the development of two industrial warehouse buildings on the 51.12 acres of land at 235 Moorestown Rd., which was acquired from Southmoore Golf Course on Dec. 28, 2021 for $2.63 million by Water’s Edge developer Jack Muschlitz. Then, in December 2022, the applicant submitted a revised concept plan to address some of the issues found by the engineer and zoning officer.

The revised concept plan had several significant changes such as the buildings being rotated, a

narrower berm to maximize the benefit of the woodlands placed along Jones Road, the removal of the emergency egress on Jones

Photo contributed by Stephanie Kurz.

Natural Perspectives

For the healthMinded individual

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Who here wants to be healthier? I hope everyone does. Being healthy allows you to enjoy life. At the very least being healthy allows for the essential functions of self-care and the ability to remain independent as we cycle through the seasons of our lives. If we have a desire to be healthier, we of course need to consider what we should do to help ourselves along. The challenge it would appear is our current mindset about where good health truly stems from and how it can be improved upon. Would it be insulting to state

that perhaps less medicine while implementing lifestyle changes would allow for us to be healthier in general? I don’t mean to minimize medicinals, as clearly our society is built upon drugs and to speak against is heresy… always has been. Yet it is rather apparent that here we are in 2023, dealing with greater sickness despite many taking more than four prescriptions daily.

Drugs are never something taken to make you healthy as much as minimizing the negative affects you are having. Said another way, drugs manage sickness. They don’t necessarily improve your health. Take that as the way it was meant and that’s to remind you health doesn’t come in a pill. It comes from within.

Now high-quality supplements, those are a different story. Supplements, and I am referring to whole food supplements, not synthetic ones, provide micronutrients that are meant to actually

improve your health rather than manage sickness. A totally different mindset here. Think about that.

I have no idea what the best supplement is for you. How could I? I do know that when you ingest what your body needs, your health and your life improve. So perhaps it is best for you to supplement with an orange, apple, beets, radishes, etc. This is common sense from my natural perspective. Much of the poor health many of us face is candidly poor lifestyle decisions sustained over many decades. Our bodies can only take so much for so long. None of us are immune to this natural law of survival.

Recently I have heard that gas stoves’ burn-off is a real problem we must tackle as this has created asthmatic and breathing problems. The sense of urgency is real according to those much smarter than myself. Before banning gas stoves let’s ban cigarettes, beer, coffee and alcohol. We probably should add banning hot dogs before gas stoves as well. Oh yeah, then there are those poisonous Twizzlers that I love so much. Ban them.

Yes, I am trying to be a bit humorous here despite much truth expressed within.

If we should wish to improve our health then maybe we should no longer consume any food that has had pesticides sprayed on it. Pesticides are also drugs. Really bad ones that, like it or not, are making you sicker by the day and quite frankly, there appears to be absolutely nothing you can do about it. Another way to get healthier appears to get rid of all the genetic modified seeds and foods. What about fast food? Nowadays I think the term is referring to how fast the food will either make you sick or kill you.

If you loved health and despised sickness, you would seemingly have to live in a bubble. Even the air we breathe here in the Lehigh Valley has such a range of airborne dust particles that we take deep into our bronchioles. I don’t think there is any way around that save shutting our manufacturing down or moving up wind.

This new year I want to encourage you to simply observe your thoughts about how you perceive health. Your health can be improved naturally. Many little changes add up bigtime. More on this in the coming weeks. My best to you.

"Natural Perspectives" is a health commentary only and does not claim to diagnose and/ or make treatment recommendations. Always seek the advice of your health care professional.

the plant running in a safe, efficient manner. He works closely with his friend Keith Hantz.

With a smile on his face, Mr. Cacciola said, “Every day is different. There is great satisfaction when we complete a challenging job. We have a good team of trained men. Our supervisors, Craig Lawrence and Alex Miller, are very knowledgeable men.”

He also fondly recalled, “During one snowstorm, we slept at the plant and helped open Route 329 for the state.”

In his spare time, he is a member of North End and Ranger Lake Trapshooting League. He has won many shooting awards, a hobby he became interested in when he was 13 years old.

A Konkrete Kid, Mr. Cacciola has a strong work ethic and pride in his job. He is also a member of the plant union committee.

Dennis is married to the former Ms. Maryann Hagelgans, and they are proud of son Dennis. The friendly couple resides in Point Phillips.

We wish Mr. Cacciola a safe and prosperous 2023.

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Moore Zoning

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Road, building two was dropped four feet and set further back, and a 10% increase in size for building two, which increases the size of the building by approximately 15,000 square feet for a total size of 156,000 square feet with the larger proposed building remaining at 347,750 square feet.

During the continuance on February 1, Water’s Edge conditionally reduced their list of challenges and requests down to two challenges and one variance request. The applicant’s representative, Attorney Marc B. Kaplin, expressed they were willing to comply with everything else if the township was willing to grant the variance and voted in favor of the two remaining challenges.

Upon final testimony, Water’s Edge was still challenging the zoning officer’s determination that more information was needed regarding the tenant.

The applicant was also challenging the interpretation of man-made slopes versus natural steep slopes. Kaplin argued that the determination of man-made steep slopes and steep slopes within previously disturbed areas not being exempt from preservation requirements was contrary to the ordinance since the ordinance does not differentiate between man-made steep slopes and natural steep slopes. Therefore, the applicant believed they should not have to preserve man-made steep slopes on the property.

Water’s Edge was also requesting a minor variance from the 60% preservation requirement of the woodlands on the property. However, the applicant proposed filling in some of the disturbed areas with additional trees and therefore requested relief for just 5% of the preservation rate, making the preservation requirement 55% due to the relocation of Jones Road that would disturb a large portion of the trees and woodland area on the property.

However, after an hour and a half of deliberation during an executive session, the board unanimously voted to deny the ap-

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plicant’s challenge of the zoning officer’s determinization regarding the validity of steep slopes, the challenge of the zoning officer's interpretation of requirements when submitting a land development plan, and the request for a 5% variance from the woodland preservation rate.

Since the board did not vote in favor of the applicant, they also had to vote on the seven other challenges and requests that Water’s Edge previously submitted as conditional withdrawals. The board unanimously voted to deny all seven of the applicant’s challenges to the zoning officer’s interpretation and the substantive validity of the Moore Township Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO) dealing with open space recreational fees, improvements to the adjacent Jones Road, additional requirements for improvements to Jones Road, the grading of Jones Road, traffic signs that may be required, road striping, and steep slopes.

The Moore Township Zoning Hearing Board is required to submit a written decision within 45 days from when the case was closed on February 1. Then, if the applicant wishes to appeal the decision, they will have to file an appeal with the Northampton County Court of Common Pleas within 30 days of the written decision.

Moore Township residents took to Facebook to claim the board’s decisions as a win for the community. Dozens of residents expressed their thanks to the Zoning Hearing Board for their dedication to protecting the township and exclaimed that the deliberation was “wonderful news.” Other residents also shared their gratitude for everyone that continued to show up for the hearings and for those that were brave enough to testify during the appeal.

However, victory may be short lived for residents given that Attorney Kaplin previously expressed his client’s intent to appeal the decision if the board did not rule in their favor.

More information about the hearing including the Zoning Hearing Board transcripts can be found on the township’s website, mooretownship.org.

Eileen M. Muschlitz

Eileen M. (Rader) Muschlitz, 86, of Second Street, Northampton, died peacefully late Monday evening, Feb. 6, 2023, at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township. She was the wife of Edward H. Muschlitz since Oct. 27, 1956. Born in Fullerton, Whitehall Township, she was the daughter of the late William F. and Carrie M. (Rhoads) Rader. Eileen was employed as regional manager by the former PSFS Bank, Phila, Whitehall Branch for many years. Later, she worked as church secretary for the former Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Bethlehem, now Star of Bethlehem Lutheran Church. A 1954 graduate of the Whitehall High School, she continued her education and later graduated from Northampton County Community College, Bethlehem, in 1979. Eileen was a member of Star of Bethlehem Lutheran Church where she participated in the handbell choir for several years. An avid bowler, she enjoyed the Rose Bowl and the Union Blvd. Lanes Leagues where she was a member of the 600 Club. She was a 2003 PA State Women’s Bowling Assoc Champion. Eileen was awarded Girl of the Year by the Beta Sigma

Phi Professional Women’s Sorority, Allentown. A world traveler, she was able to visit all 50 states, several foreign countries, and especially enjoyed Disney World, FL. She and her husband enjoyed hosting the Rotary Club International Exchange Student Program for many years along with recruiting new host families.

Survivors: Husband, daughters Alice D., wife of Richard J. Gomboz of New Smyrna Beach, FL, Janet L., wife of David E. Book of Baldwin Township, Allegheny County, two grandchildren, Christopher J. Gomboz, Timothy N. Book, four great-grandchildren, sister Sandy Rader of Macungie, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by granddaughter Kimberly M. Gomboz-Bogacz and infant sister, Elizabeth.

Services: 11 a.m. Saturday, Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Avenue, Northampton, PA 18067. Call, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, and 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday in funeral home. Interment, Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Airport Road, Allentown. Online Condolences: www. schislerfuneralhomes.com.

Contributions: Church Memorial Fund C/O Funeral Home.

Suburban Darts

Week 21

Dryland increases its lead in the Dart League with a ‘sweep’ of Light of Christ by scores of 7-6 (scoring 2 runs in the bottom of the 9th inning), 4-3 in 10 innings and 5-2. Leading hitters for Dryland included Shawn Sigley 8 for 14, Earl Sigley 7 for 14 (HR), Butch Silfies 6 for 14, Nathan Phares 5 for 12 and Larry Golick with a HR. Terry Knauss was 6 for 14, ‘Buzz’ Heidecker, 4 for 11 (HR), with HR’s from Eric Harper and Todd Jones for Light of Christ.

After a 7-6 loss to Farmersville, St. Paul’s came back to win 6-5 and 2-0. For St. Paul’s, Roger Kern, Dave Clark and John Hoysan all went 5 for 13 apiece while Ton Unger added a HR. Sue Grim was 7 for 11, Dennis Koehler 6 for 11(HR), Gene Grim 5 for 14 with HR’s from Wade Chilmonik and Kyle Campbell (“Grand Slam”) for Farmersville.

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34th Annual Uptown Northampton Street Fair- Saturday, Sept. 9 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1700-2100 blocks of Main Street, Northampton.

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 484-284-0313.

Borough of Bath Community-Wide Yard Sales- Saturday, May 13 and Saturday, Sept. 9 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Yard sale permit fees waived these dates only.

Dementia Support Group- Held third Thursday every month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., 2801 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem. Designed for families and caregivers of dementia patients.

East Allen Spring Festival- Saturday, May 20 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bicentennial Park (East), 5450 Liberto Ln., Bethlehem.

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.

Paw Prints on the Canal- Sunday, June 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Canal Park, Northampton. Veterans Outreach Day- Saturday, April 22 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Queenship of Mary Church, 1324 Newport Ave., Northampton. Open to all veterans, their families and caretakers.

hem beat Ebenezer 9-3 and 7-1, losing the ‘opener’ 3-2. Top hitters for Star of Bethlehem included “3 generations of Hoffert's”, Walt was 4 for 12, son Scott 9 for 14, and grandson Jacob 5 for 14, with Bill Hoke Jr. and Tyler Frankenfield each adding a HR. For Ebenezer, Joe Kish was 6 for 11, Carol Voortman 4 for 12 and Paul Yoder with a 2 run HR.

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Bath Borough residents voice safety Concerns after recent shooting

By SAVANNAH BROWN

The Bath Borough Council met on Monday, February 6 with a regular agenda and a lengthy public comments section due to many residents in attendance regarding the recent shooting that took place in the borough.

At approximately 2:04 a.m. on Friday, February 3, Troopers from the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) were dispatched to a parking lot in the 100 block of East Main Street for reports of a shooting and arrived in under three minutes. Once on scene, the PSP Troopers observed multiple shell casings in the parking lot and damage to a 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche and a 2013 Chevrolet

Malibu, but no injuries were reported.

Although the investigation is ongoing, some residents now fear for their safety and voiced their unease during public comment at the monthly council meeting.

Douglas Wolf informed the council that multiple gunshots pierced through his home, leaving three-inch holes in the wall and two rounds in a trash can. However, what was most concerning was the gunshots were mere inches away from the bunkbeds where his two young daughters were asleep.

Resident and local business owner Jennifer George shared she was awoken by the gunfire

and was terrified. George also expressed she is now afraid for the safety of her son and the other children that live in the area.

George and several residents beseeched the council to reconsider bringing back the Bath Police Department, which was disbanded in 1995 after 44 years of service to the borough. In its place, the borough hired the Colonial Regional Police Department from 1995 through 2018, before opting for police services through PSP on July 1, 2018.

Additionally, when the borough decided to rely on PSP for police services in 2018, Borough Manager Bradford Flynn suggested doing an evaluation regarding police services around the five-year mark, which would be this year.

Manager Flynn commented that council will be contacting the Police Executive Research Forum out of D.C. and the Centers for Public Safety Management regarding pricing to conduct a study in Bath relative to police services. The study will look into the benefits of different police services with consideration of costs, manpower, time, and resources to see if the current level of service is adequate or if a different police service would be better suited for the borough.

Home Improvement

Clutter vs. Hoarding: What’s the Difference?

www.familyhandyman.com/article/clutter-vs-hoarding/ Clutter makes it difficult to enjoy our homes to the fullest. Clutter can make it tough to feel motivated to clean or invite people over. But how do you know if clutter is simply a result of some bad habits or if it indicates a deeper issue— like hoarding?

stand hoarding is a distinct psychological disorder that goes beyond clutter. What Is Clutter?

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Fall is the perfect time to tackle almost any home improve-

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“Clutter is anything that doesn’t have a home,” says Brenda Scott, a professional home organizer and owner of Tidy My Space. “It’s the stuff that no one knows where it belongs, so it gets dropped anywhere and every-

6 home improvement ideas for fall

ment project: you are well-rested after your summer holiday, the weather is pleasant and, with the summer heat waves over, you

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This doesn’t always mean you have piles of stuff everywhere, Scott says. It’s more about constantly moving things around, fruitlessly searching for things or lacking storage solutions. What Is Hoarding?

can finally get organized. More importantly, there are some home improvement projects that should be done during fall. Read on to find the must-do list that any homeowner must check off before the winter chill sets in.

Get your mind in the gutter

Cleaning your gutters may not be the most pleasant thing to do,

“Hoarding refers to a behavior where someone has difficulty throwing away or letting go of their possessions, even if they may not have much value,” Kim says. People with hoarding disorder may save boxes, plastic bags and junk mail, Kim says. “This difficulty is thought to be caused by a strong urge to save items and distress around throwing them away,” he says. Do I Hoard or Am I Just Messy?

According to the American Psychiatric Association, diagnosing hoarding disorder may include

lead to water damage to your roof and exterior of your home in ad dition to flooding your basement.

So, the first home improve ment project to tackle this fall should be cleaning your gutters and installing gutter guards to protect them from additional debris, ensuring there will be less work to do next year.

Inspecting the weather stripping – start with the sides of your window sash and check if the stripping is intact in the place where the frame meets the sash. Next, tilt the sash and check the weather stripping on its inside. If they are both intact, you’re good

Checking the sealant or caulk to make sure it doesn’t need to be

The Moore Township leaf collection program will begin on or and will continue for the next eight weeks (depending on conditions). Actual collection will commence when a sufficient amount of leaves have fallen to

With the continuing increase in volume of leaves it has become impossible to guarantee a specific pick-up day for any one location. There will be multiple trips through neighborhoods for the duration of the collection program; therefore, if the leaves are not in place when the crew goes by, they will be picked up on the next rotation. This schedule is subject to inclement weather, mechanical breakdowns, and Township Emergencies making it

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asking the following questions:

Do you have trouble parting with possessions, whether discarding, donating, recycling or selling?

Is it difficult for you to use the rooms and surfaces of your home due to the clutter?

Does hoarding, saving, acquisition and clutter affect your daily functioning? To what extent?

Make sure your home stays warm and dry during winter with a solid roof. Stay ahead of any roof trouble and inspect it thoroughly or, better yet, hire a professional to do it. Check that your roof has not sprung any leaks during the past year, and replace any shingles that are cracked, missing or curling. Regular inspections and maintenance of your roof will help prolong its life. If your roof does need major repairs or replacements, consider gathering multiple estimates from reputable contractors.

How much do these symptoms interfere with school, work, social or family life?

Prepare your deck and patio for winter

live, according to the American Lung Association.

Reducing clutter also makes your home safer. Excess clutter creates combustibles that can provide fuel in a house fire, Scott says, and prevent emergency services from reaching you quickly. Impacts of Hoarding on Your Home

Clean your patio furniture thoroughly before putting it away for the winter. Empty the dirt in any decorative clay or ceramic pots – otherwise it can freeze and crack the pots. More importantly, check for any cracks or dents in your deck or patio. If there are any, you should fix them as a matter of priority. Any small problem you have now will grow bigger during the cold season, especially if water gets into the cracks and freezes.

Hoarding disorder creates significant safety and hygiene issues for the home, Kim says, particularly for older adults.

Give your windows a thorough check-up

How much distress do your symptoms cause you?

Heat leakage from windows can have a severe impact on your energy bills during the cooler seasons. It is no wonder that savvy home owners always make it a point to check on their windows during fall, before the cold weather kicks in.

Impacts of Clutter on Your Home

A cluttered home is harder to clean, which contributes to higher concentrations of allergens like dust mites. Dust mites don’t stay in the air like pet allergens, but they settle on everything. Reducing clutter is key to removing the places dust mites

Inspect your heating system and chimneys

Whatever heating system you are using, now is the perfect time to get it checked. Take the opportunity to also inspect any smoke and fire detectors, carbon monoxide detectors.

“The majority of older adults with hoarding problems will experience substantial difficulty moving through their home: using their sofa, refrigerator, kitchen sink, bathtub, as well as difficulty preparing food,” he says.

If you plan to use your fireplace, the chimney must be inspected by a professional. You

Hoarding can also damage your home’s structure, according to the International ObsessiveCompulsive Disorder Foundation.

Pest infestations: Rodents may chew through walls or wiring. Pests can migrate to other homes and apartments.

Stress on building materials: Weight from hoarded items can exceed load limits of the structure.

Flooding or fire risk: This comes with unmaintained pipes, heating systems and electrical wiring.

How To Start Decluttering When You Feel Overwhelmed

Scott offers these tips for people who feel overwhelmed at the prospect of decluttering: Divide up your rooms and projects into manageable chunks. Decluttering doesn’t need to happen all at once.

Start with things without emotional attachment, like sports equipment in the garage instead of photos and other memorabilia.

Start with the area that would give you the greatest sense of accomplishment, or that’s causing you the most stress.

East Allen Township approves $50,000 Donation to ambulance corps

By KERI LINDENMUTH

During the February 8 East Allen Township Board of Supervisors meeting, supervisors approved a $50,000 donation to the East Allen Township Ambulance Corps and a subsequent seven-month reimbursement program for expenditures. The move comes during a tough financial time for the township’s ambulance corps.

“[They] are in a predicament with their current finances and staffing,” said Township Manager Brent Green. “It has been a general situation even prior to [COVID-19].”

Before 2019, the ambulance corps was staffed entirely by volunteers. However, over the

past several years, the number of volunteers has dwindled to two, while some members of the corps are paid.

Expenses are estimated to be roughly $47,000 per month. Supervisors voted to make a $50,000 donation to the corps for one month to immediately help with expenses. Then, the township will reimburse expenses for no more than seven months, up to $47,000 per month. Supervisors will review this agreement monthly and can rescind it at any time.

“It is the world we’re living in,” said Supervisor Roger Unangst. “Nobody has enough volunteers.”

An annual subscription letter

asking for donations has been mailed to township residents. Funds raised through this subscription go directly to the ambulance corps to help defray costs. Supervisors asked residents to consider donating.

As stated on the nonprofit organization’s website, the ambulance corps relies heavily on donations to maintain operations.

“While we have a very close working relationship with the township and fire department, we are not affiliated with either and receive minimal financial support from tax dollars,” the website reads.

Other than donations, a large portion of their budget comes from insurance billing.

In other news, supervisors authorized Green to draft an intergovernmental cooperation agreement with the Colonial Regional Police Department for limited contracted police services.

The services would not replace the township’s 24/7 state police services. Instead, the CRPD would provide limited parking enforcement for tractor-trailer issues currently plaguing the area around Route 512.

Nearly daily, supervisors said, tractor-trailers are parking along the side or even in the middle of the road.

“Word gets around,” said Unangst, adding that once drivers are made aware of an increased police presence, they will likely stop illegally parking.

“[This] is a long time coming, and, hopefully, it is the end of the problem,” he said.

The township has budgeted $25,000 for this service in 2023.

Supervisors also authorized the release of financial security of $6,693,302.60 for the Airport Road Commercial Park Warehouse Project. Developers currently have roughly 15%, or $1.3 million, in security left.

The development is meeting zoning and conditional use approval. Township Engineer James Milot said his team still needs to confirm that the sewer crossover beneath Route 329 to an empty bank property is complete. There are no occupants on either side of the development, and the bank is slated to be remodeled. Developers also agreed to maintain the historic kiln on the bank’s property, which engineers also need to inspect.

Finally, supervisors approved the replacement of Pavillion C at Bicentennial Park. This is the park’s original pavilion, built when the park was dedicated.

The new pavilion will be a 40foot by 80-foot structure, 200 square feet larger than the existing pavilion.

Estimated costs for lumber,

structural woodwork, concrete, and metal roofing are $65,000 for materials. The township will also need labor for concrete work. However, a majority of the project will be built by a local Boy Scout working on his Eagle Scout project. The Scout’s father is a member of the township’s Board of Parks and Recreation. Once the materials are purchased, the township hopes to have the new pavilion ready by summer.

Northampton Borough Police Report

JANUARY 20

Traffic stop in the unit block of W. 21st St., Northampton Ave. and E. 21st St., Segal Ct. and W. 14th St., and E. 2nd St. and Howertown Rd. Traffic stops were conducted.

1300 block of Vienna St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.

Civil matter in the 2300 block of Main St. Report of a civil issue.

Disabled vehicle, Main St. and W. 22nd St. Report of a disabled vehicle.

Check person/welfare in the 1000 block of Main St. Request to check the welfare of a male.

JANUARY 21

Disabled vehicle, Center St. and W. 21st St. Report of a disabled vehicle.

Warrant service/served in the unit block of W. 21st St. Officers observe a male with an outstanding warrant out of Northampton County. Male taken into custody and transported to Northampton County Prison.

Suspicious act in the unit

EMS ambulance assist in the Continued on page 10

Andy’s Corner

By ANDY WEAVER

The Nazareth Boys Basketball team were at Bethlehem Catholic on February 6, and are now still waiting to see if they make Districts, which are on February 25.

The Nazareth Wrestling team went to Catasauqua High School and won versus St. Joseph Prep, then were in the State Tournament in the First Round at 8 p.m. on Thursday, February 9 versus Delaware Valley and won. On February 10 they beat Central Dauphin, then beat Canon-McMillan to reach the State Championship on February 11 where they lost to Bethlehem Catholic. On February 24 and 25 they will have the Individual Tournament at Liberty High School.

The Nazareth Girls Basketball team hosted Bethlehem Catholic on February 6 and lost. On February 10 the girls were at Central in the EPC Quarterfinal and lost. The girls will next compete in Districts on February 24.

The Nazareth Competition Cheerleaders placed ninth in Orlando, Florida this past weekend at Nationals. They are ranked

12th nationally. Congrats to all the cheerleaders on a great year. For up-to-the-minute sports news, visit https://nazarethsports. webador.com/.

Disorderly conduct

On Jan. 25 at 1 a.m., the CRPD conducted a traffic stop on a silver Honda sedan traveling north on Bath Pike. Upon making contact with the driver, he was identified as 22-year-old Michael Buskirk of Northampton. At that time, Buskirk was found to be in possession of illegal items. Buskirk was given disorderly conduct citations.

Retail theft

On Jan. 29 the CRPD arrived at Walmart in Lower Nazareth Township for a retail theft report. The theft was for a total of $435.95. The actor was identified as 43-year-old Vincent Lavoie Jr. of Nazareth. Charges were filed.

Simple assault

CRPD responded to the C&S Warehouse on Feb. 2 for a fight. Upon arrival, officers contacted

the warehouse management. Police learned that three employees were involved in a physical fight in the entranceway of the warehouse. Video confirmed the reports made by warehouse management. CRPD arrested all individuals: Christian Vazquez, 25 of Bethlehem, Carlos Pagan Serges, 22 of Bethlehem, and Allen Robles, 26 of Lehighton. Summons will be sent for simple assault and disorderly conduct to all actors.

Assault/bodily injury

On Feb. 6 a member of the PSP was dispatched to the fuel station located at 109 W. Main St. in Bath for a report of a domestic assault that had occurred at a residence nearby. Upon conclusions of the interviews, a charges and arrest warrant were approved by the on-call MDJ for simple assault, driving while suspended (subsequent offense) and harassment.

Hit and run

On Dec. 21 the PSP were dispatched to a hit and run crash located at Colony Drive and Osage Lane in East Allen Township. One of the victims said she was struck by a silver Hyundai on the intersection of Airport Road and Route 329. Another victim stated he was struck by the same vehicle at Colony Drive and Osage Lane. The vehicle fled the scene going west on Colony Drive. The arrestee was 43-year-old Michelle Galgocy of Allentown.

Disorderly conduct

The PSP are investigating an incident where 47-year-old Michele Stoughton of Bath caused public inconvenience and engaged in verbal altercation(s) while using obscene language over a parking complaint. Stoughton continued to engage in a verbal altercation due to the victim parked in a non-parking area. Stoughton then continued to block the accessway with her own vehicle, preventing the victim from being able to leave the lot.

Northampton County Senior Centers

For more information and additional senior centers in Northampton County, visit www.northamptoncounty.org.

Cherryville- Open Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 4131 Lehigh Dr., Cherryville. FMI call 610-767-2977.

Lower Nazareth- Open Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 306 Butztown Rd., Bethlehem. FMI call 610-297-3464.

Nazareth- Open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 15 S. Wood St., Nazareth. FMI call 610-759-8255.

Northampton- Open Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 902 Lincoln Ave., Northampton. FMI call 610-2624977.

2023 Lehigh Valley Yankee Fan Club Bus Trip Schedule to Yankee Stadium

$125 per ticket/$75 deposit per ticketIncludes bus, tickets (200 level) & Pott’s hot dog tailgate

Wednesday, April 5: Yankees vs. Phillies- 38 seats

Saturday, May 27: Yankees vs. Padres- 34 seats

Saturday, June 6: Yankees vs. Red Sox- 11 seats

Saturday, July 8: Yankees vs. Cubs- 29 seats

Saturday, July 29: Orioles vs. Yankees (Camden)- 44 seats

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Suspicious act in the 400 block of E. 5th St. Report of a suspicious act.

Traffic stop in the 400 block of Walker Dr. A traffic stop was conducted.

EMS ambulance assist in the 1500 block of Newport Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.

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block of W. 27th St. Report of a suspicious act.

JANUARY 22

Noise complaint in the 100 block of W. 26th St. Report of loud music.

Suspicious vehicle in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave., and W. 21st St. and Canal St. Reports of suspicious vehicles.

Animal case in the 600 block of Sipos Dr. Report of a dog barking.

Disturbance in the 2000 block of Main St. Report of a disturbance.

Assist person in the unit block of E. 13th St., and the 2000 block of Main St. Officers assist females.

Assist person in the 1600 block of Washington Ave. Officers assist a male.

Traffic stop, W. 16th St. and Railroad St., and E. 14th St. and Beil Alley. Traffic stops were conducted.

JANUARY 23

Theft from vehicle in the 500 block of E. 5th St. Report of a catalytic convertor removed from a vehicle.

Assist person in the 1500 block of Laubach Ave. Officers assist a female.

JANUARY 24

EMS ambulance assist in the 100 block of W. 27th St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.

Disturbance in the 1000 block of Main St. Report of a disturbance.

Reportable accident, E. 21st St. and Main St. involving one vehicle.

Child custody in the 1600 block of Newport Ave. Report of a custody issue.

JANUARY 25

Check building in the 100 block of W. 17th St. Request to check a building.

Non-reportable accident in the 1700 block of Washington Ave. involving one vehicle.

Disturbance in the 400 block of E. 10th St. Report of a disturbance.

Check person/welfare in the unit block of W. 21st St. Request to check the welfare of a male.

JANUARY 26

Check building in the 500 block of E. 2nd St. Request to check a building.

EMS ambulance assist in the 100 block of W. 28th St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.

Non-reportable accident in the 1300 block of Newport Ave. involving two vehicles.

Civil matter in the 700 block of E. 18th St. Report of a civil issue.

Assist person in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist a female.

Traffic stop, E. 2nd St. and Main St., the unit block of W. 21st St., Laubach Ave. and Main St., E. 10th St. and Northampton Ave., E. 2nd St. and Lincoln Ave., Main St. and E. 7th St., the 800 block of Lincoln Ave., and Clear Springs Dr. and Horwith Dr. Traffic stops were conducted.

Theft from building in the 2300 block of Main St. Report of a package taken from a front porch.

EMS ambulance assist in the 100 block of Franklin Dr. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.

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Marc Beichey683 (213-268-202) Al Davidson648 (220-207-221)

Scott Bortz 624 (253)

Bob Faustner 616 (235)

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George Hyde 577 (200 Earl Holland Sr 550 Earl Holland Jr 549

Bath Borough Council discusses Recycling and parking vehicles in Yards during bi-monthly meeting

By SAVANNAH BROWN

Bath Borough Council met Wednesday, February 8 for their bi-monthly meeting where council members and residents discussed recycling reconsideration and the nuisances caused by some residents parking vehicles in their yards.

First, Council President Michele Ehrgott gave a statement to the public in regards to the recent shooting that took place in the borough on Friday, February 3 just after 2 a.m. near the 100 block of East Main Street, which is currently being investigated by the Pennsylvania State Police.

“The borough sympathizes with your concerns and we're just as concerned by the seriousness of the event that unfolded as you are. It's a sobering reminder of the threats of violence ever present in our culture today. We'll need to work together thinking through this as a community in the months ahead. While there were many public suggestions offered during the Monday council meeting, the borough will not make any hasty decisions…[we] will carefully evaluate options going forward with you in mind,” said Ehrgott.

Next, council jumped right into the recycling discussion with Borough Manager Bradford Flynn breaking down estimates of the annual sanitation administrative costs, which total approximately $75,486.36 for 924 billable units or $81.70 for each of the billable units and does not include a recycling program for residents.

These costs included $21,359.62 for the office secretary/bookkeeping, $1,500 for VUB tech/programming software, $500 for IT work, $700 for office supplies, $11,342.27 for FY 2022 sanitation legal fees, $1,500 for sanitation delinquent fees and any additional Portnoff fees, $1,700 for EBC printing and postage, $11,380.82 for the 2023 First Regional Compost Authority contract, $17,303.65 for Public Works services, and $8,200 for a three- year average of the $24,405.82 delinquent funds from 2020 to 2022 for contingency/delinquent stabilization.

Currently, the borough also charges a 10% penalty for delinquent payments after May 31, however, the borough has carried this debt since 2008 and it continues to accrue as some residents do not pay their debt. Even though some residents do not pay their sanitation bills, the borough cannot stop their sanitation collection. Instead, the borough must go through the civil process of a debt collection for delinquent accounts.

One resident pointed out that delinquent accounts create an undue burden on other residents.

Resident Bobby Siegfried raised questions about re-implementing a recycling program since the

2023 through 2025 contract with JP Mascaro does not include recycling.

“It would be nice if our tax dollars could go towards an interim solution like a dumpster or some service because I think it is the borough’s responsibility to do that,” said Siegfried.

President Ehrgott explained that many residents are currently calling because they can’t afford their sanitation bill as it is because costs went up. Cost inflation is why the borough decided to opt for sanitation services only.

Siegfried stated that the borough could have allowed residents to hire their own independent haulers for sanitation and recycling because the quotes he compiled from other sanitation services were significantly less than their current sanitation bill.

Councilman Manny Mirabito explained that this would not have been an option because each independent hauler has different collection days, which would worsen traffic conditions and negatively impact road conditions. Additionally, some resi-

dents may have opted to not hire an independent hauler and put their trash and recycling into other residents’ bins to avoid paying for sanitation services.

Vice President Frank Hesch expressed that the option of having a dumpster on site for recycling could possibly bridge the gap to provide a service but would be an additional contract that the borough could look into with associated costs.

Borough Solicitor James F. Kratz is currently looking into future recycling options, but in the meantime, council voted to hand the discussion over to the Health, Sanitation, and Water Authority Committee with Siegfried spearheading the project to find possible solutions.

Next, council discussed how residents previously raised the topic of wanting permission to park in their yards, however the ordinance in question was never amended to allow residents to use their yards as a driveway. Some residents have been continuing to do so anyway. The borough has been getting many complaints

due to the mud that is being dragged into streets and alleys, which then goes into stormwater retention basins and impacts the Municipal Separate Storm Water Sewer System—potentially causing the borough to get penalized. As a result, the borough has begun handing out ordinance violations for improper use.

Individuals found violating the ordinance will receive a letter with instructions on what their options are. They can then file for a zoning permit to create a park-

ing pad or driveway, or they can choose to turn the violation into a civil issue.

Council decided to read the ordinance to the public at a future meeting to vote on whether they want to amend the ordinance or continue enforcing it as it currently reads.

Bath Borough Council’s next bi-monthly meeting will be Wednesday, April 12 at 6 p.m. at the borough building.

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Safety Concerns

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Manager Flynn added that with PSP, the borough is getting state police forensics, manpower, and access to resources.

“I feel we are in good hands [with the state police] because they are the most highly trained law enforcement agency in our area,” said Flynn.

Although The Fox has denied allegations that the recent

incident began in their establishment, the borough passed a motion to allow the Borough Solicitor to look into the Nuisance Bar Program. If found to have a pattern of violations or conduct that threatens the health and safety of the local community, the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board could refuse to renew The Fox’s liquor license under its statutory obligation to protect the safety, peace, health, and welfare of the commonwealth.

“Nothing takes precedence more than safety,” said Vice President Frank Hesch.

On Friday, February 10 at 6 p.m., President Michele Ehrgott

released a special statement to Bath Borough residents on the borough’s Facebook page explaining current steps the borough is taking.

“First, we’re evaluating options to increase surveillance in and around the area where the incident took place; second, we’re evaluating our local ordinances to strengthen against incidents like this from happening again; and third, we’re evaluating public safety in general. There will be more information on this threeprong approach in the coming months.”

PSP Troopers are requesting that anyone who may have in-

formation in regard to the shooting contact the Pennsylvania State Police Troop M Bethlehem Criminal Investigation Unit at 610-861-2026.

In other news, council unanimously adopted ordinance number 2023-726 to remove handicapped parking spaces at 104 Washington St. and 249 Green St. Council also unanimously adopted ordinance number 2023727, a zoning ordinance amendment providing definitions for medical marijuana dispensaries, growers/processors, and delivery vehicle facilities to permit each use as special exception in the manufacturing/commercial zon-

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Next, council heard a conceptual proposal from Enco United Soccer Club Field Coordinator Glen Butz and President Fernando Cabrera to discuss a potential long-term lease agreement with the borough for soccer programs in the spring and fall at Ciff Cowling Field.

During the meeting, council also interviewed Luis Figueroa for the Emergency Management Coordinator position in the borough, which he also performs for East Allen Township. No decision has been made yet, but council will decide at a later meeting.

Last, council unanimously approved a Bath View Garden Apartments letter of credit reduction.

The next upcoming Bath Borough Council meeting will be held Monday, March 6 at 6 p.m. in the borough’s office building, located at 121 S. Walnut St.

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MARCIE: Art Studio

As an artist, Marcie can use the extra space as an art studio, which gives her the freedom to express her creative side, and when she finishes her masterpiece, where better to put it on display?

Her provisional art studio also serves as a guest room for out-of-town or overnight visitors. They can forgo the hotel expense and enjoy her hospitality instead!

SHERRY: Botanical Room

Sherry’s second room allows her to appreciate her collection of plants and enjoy the extra sunlight too.

Plus, the additional living space meant Sherry could hold on to a few of her priceless furniture pieces—some things are just too precious to part with!

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Joe Mandarino 569(201) Kurt Berger 454 James Joniec 393

Jimmy Bendekovitz 661(204,258)

FENSTY’S RESTORATION - 1 Joe Schwartz 429

Flamisch 413 Jeff Lear 501(182) Marty Csenscits 497(201

Matt Paulus 728(256,247

WTF - 2

Jim Mandarino 458

Shawn Kulick 485(206) Robert Kulick 399

Bruce Walters 541(203) Mike Klement 602(227)

TAYLOR HONEY - 3

Ed Taylor 553(203) John Hotter 295

Scott Friebolin 464 Mark Janda 549(209)

Milt Kelly 667(225,235)

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. 610-7597132

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. 610-2628500

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. 484-4089624

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