The Home News February 29

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3 NASD teams advance to State finals in Odyssey of the Mind Tournament

Submitted by

MELINDA MCCANN

On Saturday, February 24, seven Northampton Area School District teams competed in the Northeast Regional Odyssey of the Mind Tournament.

Odyssey of the Mind is a teambased creativity competition incorporating many skills and talents. The program is an international educational program whose mission is to provide creative prob-

lem-solving opportunities for students from kindergarten through college. Through solving openended problems, students develop creative-thinking skills that can be applied to real-life situations. Teams from throughout the U.S. and more than 20 other countries participate in the program.

Students learn the real workworld skills of defining the problem, developing many possible solutions and establishing criteria

NOTEWORTHY NEIGHBORS

Getting to know local USPS mail carriers

By SAVANNAH BROWN

Every day without fail (except Sundays and national holidays of course), our mail miraculously appears in our mailboxes. Although we know it was delivered by a United States Postal Service car-

to evaluate the process. They then decide, as a group, how to implement their solution in a creative way. Not only do they learn what is required, they learn to budget time, resources and materials

Moore Elementary, Northampton Middle School and Northampton High School will be advancing to the state level on Saturday, April 6 at Pocono Mountain East High School.

Additional photos are on page 11.

Maybe you’ve seen your mail carrier on occasion and said hello or waved to them as they made their rounds, or maybe you’ve never encountered them at all. Either way, it is somewhat strange to think about how our mail carrier stops at our residence almost every day of the week, and yet we may not even know their name.

Nazareth teen gives Back to community; now They’re paying it forward

Wyatt Selzer, left, with Wrenchtec owner Dave Fiore Borough resident’s driveway, completely free of charge.

By HANNA O’REILLY

“I’m beyond grateful that they are helping me,” said Wyatt Selzer.

Wyatt Selzer is an 18-year-old volunteer firefighter from Nazareth whose focus is to give back to his community.

“I’ve always felt happy when I help others,” said Selzer. Selzer’s love for service became evident during the area’s last snow storm. He posted on Facebook offering to shovel any Nazareth

That Facebook post caught the eye of Brenda Basenese, the community liaison and advertising representative for Wrenchtec, the automotive repair shop on East Lawn Road in Nazareth. She was blown away by Selzer’s selfless offer, and wanted to figure out a way to give back to him.

“I called Dave Fiore, the

Former Bath Residents pen Local-based memoir

Submitted by TIM HERD

The Home News is seeking essential workers in the community to interview for a new, ongoing feature, Noteworthy Neighbors. Emergency responders, teachers, local government, bus drivers, farmers, etc.; if you do essential work for a living, we want to hear from you. If you are interested in being interviewed and sharing with the community the work that you do, please email AskUs@HomeNewsPA.com.

So, let’s get to know them! Nazareth resident and Northampton native, Justin Gross, works as a rural carrier for the Northampton Post Office.

rier, we often don’t think twice about our mail being delivered six days a week until we’re waiting on something important to arrive in the mail. Yet still, we know that we can rely on our mail carrier to deliver our mail in any element.

Shortly after Justin graduated from high school, his mom saw an advertisement for a temporary position at the Northampton Post Office. Unsure what he wanted to do with his life, he took his mom’s

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While still in elementary school, Tim Herd moved with his family from a Moore Township farm into the Bath Borough, when his dad, Joe Herd Jr., opened his Nationwide Insurance office in a historic home on South Walnut Street.

The Herd family became involved in many aspects of their new community. Joe joined the Manoquesy Masonic Lodge, eventually serving as Master. He and his wife Rusty were active for many years with Meals On Wheels and as board members

of the Governor Wolf Historical Society. Tim joined Boy Scout Troop 33, sponsored by the Bath Lions, and earned his Eagle Scout award. He moved away after college, but when he and his wife

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Northampton Area High School Grades 9-12

1800 double home from his dad.

the help of The Home News and its former owner Bill Halbfoerster.

While the historic home they lived in was eventually demolished to make way for the construction of the current Bath Drug store, that same old house next to the former Keppel’s IGA store became the setting for the start of a memoir on raising their youngest child.

In December 2023, Tim and Carol published “Stepping Stones: Our pathfinding adventure with Asperger’s,” their narrative of raising a child with autism spectrum disorder and the transformative self-development it provoked.

Carol brought their young family back in the mid-80s, they rented the other side of the circa

Tim became the chair of the Bath Borough 250th Anniversary book committee, and contributed to and edited the commemorative edition, which was published with

Drawing on more than 20 years of navigating countless steps, they, along with their grown son Philip, recount their journey from initial ignorance and vulnerability to becoming an inspirational example

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.

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of perseverance, growth and success. As the first student in his school district diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, Philip unwittingly became the catalyst for the change it needed but did not realize. Despite progress in diagnosis and therapies, systemic inequities against the neurodivergent persist. The book introduces concepts essential for ongoing organizational change and provides practical guidance, self-help encouragement and genuine reasons for hope to parents and caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder.

Tim and Carol emphasize, "We are parents, not psychologists, telling a personal, relatable story

rather than a clinical one. Experts only in our own experience, we bring wisdom from autism professionals who have studied the full scope of life with Asperger’s Syndrome.”

Philip contributes the final chapter, sharing experiences of adjusting to grad school, self-directed learning and persevering to secure a full-time job as a research engineer.

Carol adds, “The book serves as a trail guide of hope for parents, caregivers, therapists and others navigating the autism spectrum, marking a pathway to discovery, coping and ultimately thriving— despite diverse ways of thinking, expressing and interacting.”

When asked about their desired takeaway for readers, the authors express, “The journey in living with high-functioning autism encompasses everything. Along that pathway, we find love, courage, hope, faith, learning, acceptance, humor, chance, excitement, outrage, rebellion, growth, failure, trial and triumph: everything that rounds out a life well-lived! Having blazed a way through, we share our observations, mistakes and insights to aid co-explorers on the autism spectrum. We hope they can proceed with more guidance, confidence and success, possessing the power to choose a better attitude, try again, continue to strive and wobble toward progress, regardless of their starting point.”

To read an introductory excerpt from the book, visit the authors’ website at timandcarolherd.com.

Tim and Carol Herd

Getting Out!

7th Annual Nazareth Adult Soapbox Derby- Saturday, June 1 at noon on West Prospect Street.

Bath Area Fish Committee’s Annual Kids Fishing Contest- Begins Saturday, April 27 at 8 a.m., ends Sunday, April 28 at 3 p.m. at the Monocacy Creek in Bath.

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. Please do not arrive prior to 9:30 a.m. due to safety reasons.

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 4 and September 7 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Yard sale permit fees waived these dates only.

Community Dinner at The Table- First and third Tuesdays of the month at 5:30 p.m. at 1769 Newport Ave., Northampton. All are welcome.

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 Township Historical Society- New committee, meets third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton.

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.

Equinox Music and Arts Festival- Saturday, March 23 from noon to 8 p.m. at Municipal Park, 1401 Laubach Ave., Northampton. Live music, food trucks and handmade vendors.

Gov. Wolf Hist. Society- Tours of historic buildings, grounds and new museum on third Saturday April-Nov. from 1 to 3 p.m. 6600 Jacksonville Rd., Bath.

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.

Nazareth Winter Farmers Market- Held second Saturday through April from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Nazareth Center for the Arts, 30 E. Belvidere St.

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.

Veterans Outreach Day- Saturday, April 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hungarian Hall, 1300 Stewart St., Northampton. Open to all veterans, their families and caretakers.

•Specializing

Bath Borough Authority is looking to hire a full-time billing clerk with occasional maintenance and repair duties. The job will require reading water meter quarterly, and daily processing of water and sewer payments and answering phones. Computer data entry skills and knowledge of Microsoft Excel and word, and ability to learn our billing software. The successful applicant will also assist the maintenance crew in water and sewer line repairs when necessary. Organizational skills and attention to detail are crucial. Pre employment requirements include

If

Karen K. Bleiler

Karen K. Bleiler, 77 of Northampton, Pa., passed away on Feb. 22, 2024, at VNA Hospice House St. Luke's in Bethlehem, Pa. Born Aug. 3, 1946 in Allentown, Pa., she was the daughter of the late James Hoke and the late Elizabeth (Rolenitus) Hoke. She was the wife of the late Edward Bleiler, with whom she shared 25 years of loving marriage before his passing in 2021.

After graduating from Nazareth High School, she went on to become a Nurse's Aid, working for the Visiting Nurses Association of Bethlehem for many years.

Survivors: Son, Michael Hoff-

man of Bath, Pa., daughters, Michele (Hoffman) Roberts and companion Michael Bolcar of Northampton, Pa. and Cheryl Hoffman of Bethlehem, Pa.; step-son Neil Bleiler and wife Rochelle of North Catasauqua, Pa.; five step-grandchildren, along with multiple nieces. She was predeceased by step-son Edward C. Bleiler Jr., three brothers and one sister. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 4, 2024, at Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, Pa. The family will receive relatives and friends from 10 a.m. up until the time of service.

Interment will follow at Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Allentown, Pa.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made in her memory to Faith Family Fellowship Church, or St. Luke's VNA Hospice House, both care of the funeral home.

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

Allen John Fisher Sr.

Allen John Fisher Sr., 60 of Moore Township, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024 in St. Luke’s Hospital, Bethlehem. Born on Feb. 5, 1964, in Easton, he was the son of the late Samuel E. and Margaret E. (Bean) Fisher Sr. Allen was employed as a machinist at Bosch for 27 years. He was a member of the Petersville Rod and Gun Club and Point Phillips Rod and Gun Club for many years.

Survivors: Allen is survived by his son, Allen Jr., and fiancé Hannah Hendry. He was preceded in death by siblings, Catherine Sigafoos, Samuel Fisher Jr., Arlene Runyon and Russell Fisher Sr.

Services: Funeral services will be private. Arrangements are under the care of the Schmidt Funeral Home, P.C. 407 Belvidere St., Nazareth, PA 18064.

For online condolences, please go to https://www.schmidtfuneralhomepc.com.

Gail A. Kocher

Gail A. Kocher, 63, of Hanover Township, quietly passed away at Bethlehem North Nursing & Rehab on Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Northampton, she was a daughter of the late Har-

old L. “Sonny” and Patricia (Hartzell) Kocher. Gail grew up in the Borough of Chapman and was a graduate of Northampton High School, Class of 1978. She proudly and honorably served in the United States Army.

Survivors: Gail is survived by a stepbrother, Richard Peters and wife, Allison, of Wind Gap; two stepsisters, Evelyn Kovalovsky and husband, Daniel, of Bath, and Pamela Myirski and husband, Michael, of Fallston, Maryland; nieces and nephews; aunts and uncle; and cousins.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Gary Kocher.

Services: Private interment in Greenwood Cemetery, Nazareth. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, LLC, Village of Moorestown – Bath.

Contributions: may be made in memory of Gail to Lehigh Valley Hospice, 2024 Lehigh St., Allentown, PA 18103.

Suburban Darts

City-Suburban All-Star Series

For the 68th time, City League and the Suburban League played in the All-Star Series. For the second year in a row and their 24th overall, the City beat Suburban 3 games to 2. In Game 1, Suburban started the scoring with 2 runs in the top of the 3rd inning with the City coming back to tie the game with 2 runs in the bottom of the 3rd, the City went ahead in the 6th inning with a run, but Suburban tied it again with a run in the 7th inning 3-3. Scoring a run in the 8th inning, the City went ahead and won Game 1, 4-3. In Game 2, the City opened the scoring with a run in the 3rd inning. Suburban went ahead 2-1 on Rich Kern’s 2 run HR. The City took the lead scoring 3 runs in the top of the 4th inning 4-2. A HR from Dan Halteman in the

bottom of the 4th inning and 2 runs in the 5th inning Suburban took the lead and won Game 2, 5-4.

Game 3 saw all the scoring happening in the 5th inning as Suburban scored a run in the top of the 5th. In the bottom of the 5th City sent 11 batters to the plate scoring 6 runs on 7 hits and a ‘Hit by Pitcher’ to win Game 3, 6-1. Herb Gates from the City had 2 hits that inning, a double and a single. The City opened the scoring in Game 4 with a run in the 1st inning. Suburban took the lead in the 5th inning on Dave Campbell’s 2 run HR 2-1. The City came back in the top of the 6th inning and took a 3-2 lead. Using 4 hits to score 2 runs in the bottom of the 6th inning Suburban took the lead and won Game 4, 4-3.

Game 5 saw Suburban scoring a run in the 1st inning. The City scored 2 runs in the 3rd inning to take a 2-1 lead. Suburban tied it with a run in the top of the 8th, but the City came back in the bottom of the 8th with 4 runs to take a 6-2 lead. In the top of the 9th inning, Suburban batted around scoring 4 runs to tie the game at 6 runs apiece and sent the game into extra innings. But in the bottom of the 11th inning the City scored a run on 2 bunts and a double to win Game 5 by 7-6 and the series, 3 games to 2.

Top hitters for Suburban were Rich Kern 9 for 22, Butch Sillies 5 for 15, Tom George 5 for 16 and Joe Kish 4 for 13. Hitters for the City included Dale Mack 8 for 20 and 3 ‘Hit by Pitcher’, Todd Bozes 8 for 22, Matt Balikan 7 for 21, Jon Siegfried 6 for 15, Bob Turner 5 for 11 and Greg Costa 5 for 15.

Week 22

After a 8-2 loss to Farmersville, Dryland came back to win 2-1 and 4-2 to remain on top of the Dart League. Leading the way for Dryland were Butch Silfies 5 for 12, Shawn Sigley 4 for 11, Nate Phares also 4 for 11 and Dave Crouthamel 4 for 12. Wade Chilmonik was 5 for 10(HR), Tom George 5 for 13, Kyle Campbell 5 for 13(HR), Rick Kittler 5 for 14 and Sue Grim with a HR for Farmersville.

2nd place St. Paul’s split the first 2 games with Star of Bethlehem, St. Paul’s winning 10-1 and Star of Bethlehem winning 2-1. Game 3 was a see-saw affair tied after 7 innings when John Hoysan hit a 2 run HR for St. Paul’s for a 6-4 win. Hitters for St. Paul’s included Rich Kern 7 for 12, Paul Slimmon 6 for 12, Jennifer Erkinger 6 for 13 and Kevin Gross 5 for 12, while Scott Hoffert was 7 for 14, Bill Hoke Sr. 5 for 11 and Bill Hoke Jr. with a HR for Star of Bethlehem.

In the only ‘sweep’ of the night, we find Blessed Trinity beating Christ UCC by scores of 3-2, 10-5, and 5-4 in 10 innings. Top hitters for Blessed Trinity were Norm Schoenberger 7 for 14, Dan Halteman also 7 for 14,

Cub Pack 33 to host Annual Pinewood Derby

Submitted by

TRICIA SHELLHAMMER

Cub Pack 33 in Bath will host their annual Pinewood Derby on Friday, March 1 at 6:30 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m. at Christ Church of Bath UCC,

109 S. Chestnut St., Bath.

Pinewood Derby races were first introduced in 1953 and have been a tradition in Cub Scouts ever since. The Scouts are given a block of pine, and with the help of an adult, they design, cut out

the shape, sand, paint and add wheels. Every single car looks different and there have been some crazy designs over the years, such as wedges of cheese, slices of watermelon, tanks and Minecraft cars. The Scouts are very proud of what they build from their imagination.

The Scouts from Troop 33 will assist in running Cub Pack 33’s official race, and will even have their own unofficial race afterwards (for fun and for bragging rights of course).

The Cub Scouts with the top five race times will move on to compete in the Northampton District Pinewood Derby held on Saturday, March 16 at Kelly Nissan in Easton. The Northampton District is part of Minsi Trails Council of Boy Scouts of America.

There will be some activities for children including coloring, decorating their own mini car and games. Children will have a chance to pick out a Pinewood Derby car that has been made by a Scout for previous races and have a chance to see it go down the track. Adults are encouraged to bring their own Pinewood Derby car if they still have it from their Scouting days and also race it one more time. Light refreshments will be provided.

Parking for the event will be available in a small lot next to the church, on-street, in the borough municipal lot off of Walnut Street or the lot next to Monocacy Creek Park off on Northampton Street.

If you would like more information, email cubpack33bath@ yahoo.com or message the Facebook group “Pack33Bath.”

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EMS ambulance assist in the 300 block of Howertown Rd. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.

Non-reportable accident in the 100 block of Held Dr. involving two vehicles.

Domestic in the 1200 block of Newport Ave. between two females.

Neighbor complaint in the 2100 block of Main St. Report of a neighbor issue.

FEBRUARY 10

Suspicious person in the 1700 block of Franklin St., and Main St. and W. 18th St. Reports of suspicious males.

Traffic stop in the 1500 block of Canal St., and the 1000 block of Main St. Traffic stops were conducted.

Civil matter in the 1300 block of Newport Ave. Report of a civil issue.

Disturbance in the 1400 block of Canal St. Report of a disturbance.

Hit and run accident in the 300 block of Main St. Report of a legally parked vehicle struck, damaging the front driver side, and the front bumper.

FEBRUARY 11

EMS ambulance assist in the unit block of W. 9th St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.

Harassment in the 1500 block of Poplar St. Report of harassment.

Suspicious act in the 1600 block of Canal St. Report of a suspicious act.

Civil matter in the 900 block of Washington Ave., and the 100 block of Cedar Alley. Reports of civil issues.

Check person/welfare in the 1200 block of Main St. Request to check the welfare of a male.

Death, attended/unattended in the 1600 block of Washington Ave. Report of an unattended death.

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

FEBRUARY 12

Check area in the 900 block of Lincoln Ave., and the 2100 block of Main St. Requests to check the areas.

Juvenile problem in the 2100 block of Washington Ave. Report of a juvenile issue.

Traffic stop in the unit block

Spring forward at Northampton Area Public Library

Submitted by VERONICA LAROCHE

Happy spring, everyone. Our new library website is so close, we can almost taste it: northamptonapl.org is getting a facelift and will look different very soon. Don't be alarmed by the new look; we're doing our best to make the site easier to navigate for the information you need. Our calendar and registration system are staying the same, so nothing will be lost with this update. Please continue to register for events and programs as usual.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we regret to inform you that the chili cook-off contest has been canceled. If you have paid an entry fee or for a flight of chili, please contact us at your earliest convenience for your refund.

Our spring book sale will take place from 9 a.m. Wednesday, March 13 through 4 p.m. Saturday, March 16. We have many new offerings to choose from this spring. Fill up your Easter basket with books galore at the most reasonable prices. Hardcovers are $1, trade paperbacks are 50 cents and paperbacks are 25 cents.

The Friends of NAPL are

having a strudel fundraiser, but you're going to need to act quickly. Orders are only being accepted through March 7. Pick-up will be Monday, March 25 at 1 p.m. Get your 12-inch Mattie’s Strudel Haus strudels in time for the Easter/spring season. You’ll have enough to share with your loved ones. Apple and blueberrylemon-cheese strudels are $15, bacon-egg-and-cheese, cherrycheese, cheesesteak, chicken-bacon-ranch and spinach-artichoke strudels are $17.

If you're interested in becoming a Friend of NAPL, you're welcome at our next meeting on Tuesday, March 26 at 7 p.m.

Adult crafting will return to being in-person in March. Join us Monday, March 18 at 6:30 p.m. to learn all about decoupage and how it can turn that shabby, old, boring vase into something newer and exciting. No vase; no problem. We've got you covered with some jars that can easily do the trick. Materials are limited, so registration is required.

As if that isn't enough, we have a ton of March Madness for all ages. For children, kids' craft bags are new every other week.

On March 4, look for shamrock slime, and on March 18, grab bubble wrap rain art. Early literacy storytimes begin again on March 19, Lapsit is on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., Toddler is on Wednesdays at 10 a.m., and Preschool is on Thursdays at 10 a.m.

All 3-5 clubs and K-2 Storycraft are on hiatus for the month of March; check back for more great activities in April.

Teens, register for your floral soap pop kit to be picked up beginning Monday, March 4. If you have outdoor allergies or sensitive skin, you may want to pass this kit by. Registration is required, since supplies are limited. T(w)een Advisory Board is meeting on Tuesday, March 5 at 5 p.m. followed by our Mario party at 6 p.m. Join us for the festivities and try your shot at winning Mario Kart. Don't forget that your winter reading challenge ends on Saturday, March 9 at 4 p.m. Get your completed bookmarks in on time to get your prizes. Teen Game Club is meeting Tuesday, March 12 at 5 p.m. followed by Teen Anime Club at 6 p.m. T(w)een visits with Sunshine are

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Submitted by BOB GREEN

Starting on March 5, the Delaware Lehigh Amateur Radio Club, Inc. will offer free classes for people who would like to obtain an amateur radio license. The class will run for 10 weeks and will prepare students to take the Federal Communications Commission’s Amateur basic license examination.

Ham radio has played an important role in communications for more than 100 years and continues to do so. It is part of many emergency management plans because it can be used to communicate if telephone lines, cell towers and/or electric grids fail.

It also is a fun hobby for people who enjoy talking with amateur radio operators locally and around the world, participating in contests and field days, and even making contact with the International Space Station.

According to the American Radio Relay League (ARRL), the nationally recognized organization for ham radio operators, there are more than 750,000

amateur radio license holders in the United States and more than 3 million worldwide.

Based in Nazareth, the Delaware Lehigh Amateur Radio Club (DLARC) has more than 100 members. It is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Classes are offered as a community service.

Classes will be held on Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Emergency Operations Center (EOC – formerly known as the 911 Center) at 100 Gracedale Ave., Nazareth. For details or to register, contact ke3aw@arrl.net or call 610-419-9286.

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owner of Wrenchtec, and said, ‘Dave, this kid is giving back to the community, this is everything Wrenchtec embraces, we need to do something for him,’” said Basenese.

Wrenchtec tries to give back to their neighbors whenever they

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get the chance, so to hear something like this was a no-brainer for them, they said.

Owner Dave Fiore agreed to the idea and the pair decided to offer Selzer a free oil change for his work in the community. Unfortunately, that wasn’t going to work though.

“Wyatt responded saying that he appreciated the offer but he didn’t have a car and was saving to buy one,” said Basenese.

“When I found out he doesn’t even have a car yet, I realized his act was even more selfless,” said Fiore.

Wrenchtec donated $1,000 to Selzer to kickstart his journey towards buying a car. Once the community of Nazareth caught wind of this, they wanted to step in too.

“People wanted to donate and give back to Wyatt,” said Basenese. “This kid has really touched the community.”

Selzer said the donations are almost at $1,500 and that it means the world to him.

“The fact that they want to help me just makes me extremely happy and grateful,” said Selzer.

Anyone interested in helping Selzer get a set of wheels can do so by dropping a check off at Wrenchtec, 20 E. Lawn Rd., Nazareth, or by donating through Venmo to “Wyatt-Selzer.”

“If he can do great things on foot, he can do even more with some transportation,” Fiore added.

Join the Memorial Library Of Nazareth And Vicinity for Dr. Seuss' Birthday bash

Submitted by JILL SILVIUS

Come to the Memorial Library of Nazareth and Vicinity at 295 E. Center St. in Nazareth on Wednesday, March 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a birthday bash in honor of Dr. Seuss. This special program is part of our PA Forward basic and civic and social literacy programming.

Kicking off at 10 a.m., the celebration will feature a three-hour marathon story time featuring guest readers from the community. The readings will be interspersed with songs, movement activities, games and other fun literacy-based activities for children. Visitors can grab a takehome craft and join in on story times.

The birthday bash for Dr. Seuss will include readings by nearly a dozen community volunteers including Nazareth Mayor Lance Colondo, Nazareth Crossing Guard Bob Frings, Library Board Members Chris Crook and Evan Davis, Fidelity Bank Branch Manager Davene Perusso, Bushkill Township Manager Belinda Roberts and retired educator and library volunteer Sharon Bonner.

The festivities will end at 1 p.m. with a procession through the library and then upstairs to the Children’s Room. Guests will be offered birthday cupcakes to cap off the day.

“One of the most meaningful gifts we can offer our children is a lifelong love of reading,” said MLNV Executive Director Holly Bennett. “We appreciate the generosity of community members who will give their time and talents on March 6, and every day, to help inspire a new generation of book lovers.”

Starting in 1988, the National Education Association declared Dr. Seuss’ birthday Read Across America Day. Since then, libraries and schools across the United States have recognized this day by planning fun and inspiring events designed to nurture a love of reading in children.

The Memorial Library of Nazareth and Vicinity’s birthday bash in honor of Dr. Seuss is free and

open to the public, but registration is recommended. To register, locate the event via the library calendar on the library website. Select "Sign Up" or "Register" and fill in the necessary fields. That's it! Patrons without computer or smartphone access can call or stop in the library to have staff complete the online registration for them.

For more information about this celebration, or any of the library’s programs, please call 610759-4932 or visit www.nazarethlibrary.org.

Darts

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Todd Jones 5 for 12(HR), Chris Crisafi 5 for 13, Eric Harper 5 for 14,and Andy Mickelson 4 for 13. For Christ UCC, Steve Hunsicker was 6 for 13, Garry Hunsicker 4 for 12, A. J. Renn 4 for 13 and HR’s from Jason Matula and Sue Gasper.

The final match of the night had Emmanuel ‘sandwiching’ 7-6 and 2-1 wins around a 6-5 loss to Ebenezer. Leading hitters for Emmanuel were Carlos Soto 5 for 8, Jim Hill 6 for 14, Bob Bast 5 for 12 and Tom Dormieda 5 for 13(HR). For Ebenezer, Paul Yoder was 5 for 13, Joe Blevins 4 for 11 with Zane Blevins and Brendan Blevins each hitting a HR.

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NAZARETH PLATE GLASS CO., INC.

27 Mauch Chunk St., Nazareth, Pa. Harvey vinyl replacement windows, solar rooms, storm windows & screens repaired/insulated glass, shower doors, plexiglass, mirrors, repairs made at your home. Free estimates. Commercial customers welcome. Call 610-7593682. Closed Saturdays. (2/29)

TED’S ROOFING

New Roofs & Repairs • ReRoofing • Roof Ventilation • Slate Repairs •Seamless Gutter

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GARAGE/YARD SALES

6TH ANNUAL SOUP TASTING & SALE

Saturday, March 2 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Chapman Quarries UMC, 1433 Main St., Bath (Chapman). Snow date March 9. Tasting-admission $5 (under 10 free). Served with homemade bread. $5/pint. Free coffee/tea. Homemade bake sale. 15 soups to choose from! Stuffed pepper, chicken noodle, pasta fagioli, beef barley, vegetable beef, chicken & rice, broccoli cheddar, Italian wedding, potato, tomato, winter squash, vegetable beef w/cabbage, chili, chicken corn chowder and fall harvest vegetable w/sausage. (2/29)

SUPER GIGANTIC GARAGE SALE

Allentown - Allentown Fairgrounds. Saturday, March 23, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, March 24, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Super Gigantic Garage Sale. Over 200 sellers all in one place. Incredible deals on new, used and cherished items. Visit SuperGiganticGarageSale.com for more info. Admission: $5 per day at the door (cash). (3/7)

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ESTATE NOTICE

GRIFFIN, LOIS M., dec’d. Late of Wilson Borough, Northampton County, PA

Co-Executrices: Linda Mae Griffin and Donna K. GriffinSuter, ℅ Barbara Rush Renkert, 2120 Northampton Street, Easton, PA 18042

Attorney: Barbara Rush Renkert, Esquire, 2120 Northampton Street, Easton, PA 18042 (2/15-2/29)

PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR BIDS

BATH BID REQUEST #202401 (Lawn Care Services)

Sealed bids (Bath Bid Request #2024-001) will be received by the Borough of Bath at the Borough Office, 121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, Pennsylvania 18014, until 10:00 A.M. on Friday, March 01, 2024, for the supply of Lawn Care Service per the Contract Documents. All bids received will be opened and read aloud at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, March 01, 2024, in the Borough Council Meeting Room at 121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, Pennsylvania 18014. Borough Council will consider and may award the contracts at Council’s public meeting on March 11, 2024, at 6:00 P.M. in the Borough Council Meeting Room at the above address.

Specifications, proposal form, and all necessary information are contained in Bath Borough Bid Request #2024-001 which may be obtained at the Borough Office between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday except on legal holidays. All bids shall be made on these forms and shall be sealed, properly identified, and delivered in accordance with Bath Borough Bid Request #2024-001.

A certified check or bid bond in the amount of $1,000 shall be included with the sealed bid. The successful bidder must furnish, within 10 days after contract award, a performance bond or cash security valued at 25% of the total contract awarded.

The Borough hereby reserves the right to reject any or all bids, or any items therein, and to waive any informality in bids received.

BY ORDER OF THE BOROUGH SECRETARY

Bradford T. Flynn Borough Manager (2/22 & 2/29)

MOORE TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD

PUBLIC NOTICE

HEARING/MEETING

The regular meeting of the Moore Township Zoning Hearing Board will be held on Wednesday, March 6 2024 at 6:00 PM. The meeting will be held at the Moore Twp. Municipal Building, 2491 Community Dr. Bath, PA 18014. Members of the public are welcome to participate. The specific agenda for the meeting is as follows:

24-ZHB-777

The applicant(s), Patriot K9 Rescue/K9 Kop Project, applicants of the property located at 3109 Delps Rd. Danielsville, PA 18038 request the following relief: A variance to conduct a kennel on the property. The section(s) cited for the property are as follows: 300-16(B)(C) (D), Limited Conservation Zoning District Uses, as well as any other section of the Zoning Ordinance in which relief may be needed. The property County PIN# G4-11-1 contains approximately 15.06 acres, and is zoned, Limited Conservation (LC).

Jason L. Harhart

Zoning Officer Moore Township (2/22 & 2/29)

NORTHAMPTON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE

The Northampton Area School District will hold an Elementary Configuration Meeting to discuss whether or not to keep Moore Elementary School open as a 5th Elementary School in the District.

When: Thursday, April 4, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

Location: Moore Elementary School

2835 Mountain View Drive Bath, PA 18014

Topics to be Discussed:

● Academics

● Financial Impact for District Residents

● Personnel

● Redistricting of Students

● Transportation (2/29)

WAIVER/DEFERRAL

Section 260-57.A (Preliminary Plan) Due to the fact that the plan proposes minimal earth disturbance with no public improvements, they ask that the plan be reviewed as a final plan. Section 260-34.I (Deferral) Due to the fact this plan proposes minimal traffic in and out of site, we ask for relief from providing street improvements. (2/29)

Library

happening again. Come visit with Sunshine the Therapy Dog on Tuesday, March 19 from 6 to 7 p.m. Registration is required. Visit in-person or call 610262-7537 to reserve your 15-minute time slot. As always, please no NASD Kids emails.

Finally, we have a full month for our adults too.

Wendy Hollar 521

Bill Bachman 502

Stars & Strikes (3)

Bob Davidson Jr 647 (227-201-219)

Lee Hilbert 632 (208-219-205)

Frank Pavlov 579 (213)

Bob Davidson III 551 (202)

Ben Bogdan 531 (217)

Bath Supply (3)

Brent Connolly 650 (237-231)

Frank Yeakel 626 (244-203)

Steve Kerbacher 576 (280)

Rice Family (1)

Jake Rice 591 (223)

John Sverha 566 (204)

Fred Rice Jr 536 (212

Chris Reeser 509

Daku Auto Body (2)

Marc Beichey 667 (226-206-235)

John Kirchner 639 (203-200-236)

Al Davidson 605 (212-212)

Bob Faustner 588

Scott Bortz 513 (203)

Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering (2)

Ed Musselman 793 (295-254-244)

Brent Bartholomew 607 (221)

Vince Bauer

Fiberglass Repair (1)

Wyatt Davidson 523 (202-203)

Vince Bauer 515 (202)

The following requests were submitted: A Minor Subdivision for Jeff, Nancy, and Laura Deloglos, a Land Development for Arthofer/Solar Farm, and James & Frances Miller Lot Line Adjustment.

The applicant’s request are for the following waivers and/or deferrals from the Land Development Plan:

JAMES & FRANCES MILLER

SALDO Sections 20659.D(1)(2) This item is in reference to the residual lot (Lot 1). The items have been shown in regards to the location of the proposed subdivision. A waiver is requested for this in regards to Lot 1.

JEFF, NANCY, AND LAURA DELOGLOS

SALDO Section 260-59.D(1) (2). All of these items are in reference to the residual lot (Lot 1). All of the items have been shown in regards to the location of the subdivision. A waiver is requested for these in regards to Lot 1.

Bath

Commercial Bowling

Broken Tackle (3)

Ed Zupko 672 (213-236-223)

Shannon Quick 630 (214-203-213)

Paul Berkowitz 639 (265-214)

Marshall Faust 549

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Continued from a previous hearing: The applicant(s), Hickory Hills MHC LLC, applicants of the property located at 121 Hickory Hills Dr., Bath, PA 18014 request the following relief: A special exception for expansion of a Nonconforming Use- Mobile Home Park. The section(s)

SALDO Section 260-59.E(9). Waiver is requested for proposed well being 100 feet from an active agricultural field. A waiver is requested for this item since the proposed Lot2 has active agricultural fields located to the north, south, east, and west for this proposed lot.

ARTHOFER/SOLAR FARM

Half ChampionFensty’s Restoration

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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 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5:30 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.

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

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

CHAPMAN QUARRIES

UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-837-0935

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.

We Care, Days of Prayer every fourth Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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

Sun. – Worship 10:15 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

Sun. – Worship 8:45 a.m.

SS 9 a.m.

CONCORDIA LUTHERAN

CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-8500

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

COVENANT UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-837-7517

Sun. – 9 a.m. Worship (and online), SS for all ages 10:30 a.m.

DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444

Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m., SS 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. 484-635-1200

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 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., Sunday Morning Adventures 10:15 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. – Worship 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 (HA) 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 10:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 3:30 p.m.

RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth. 484-597-1440

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. and 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. 610-262-4104

Sun.- Mass 9 am., Mon-Fri- Mass 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. 610-759-0893

Sun. – Contemporary Worship 9 a.m., Christian Formation

10 a.m., 11 a.m.- Classic Worship ST. NICHOLAS R.C. Berlinsville. 610-767-3107

Sun.- Mass 8:30/10:30 a.m.; Mon., Wed., Thurs.- 8:30 a.m.; Sat- 4:30 p.m.

Latin Mass Tues.- 6:30 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., Seemsville, Northampton. 610-837-7426

Sun. – Worship 9 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.

Police

fire left a family of four displaced, however everyone made it out of the home safely.

The

from the first fire. Lehigh Township firefighters did not have very far to go to respond; the second fire occurred less than a quarter of a mile away from the fire station. A family of four was also displaced from that two-alarm fire, however no one was hurt and all pets made it out of the home safely. The fires are under investigation, however there is no connection between them.

Continued from page 6 of W. 21st St., Cherryville Rd. and Held Dr., E. 18th St. and Lincoln Ave., Horwith Dr. and Clear Springs Dr., the 500 block and the 1800 block of Main St., and Horwith Dr. and Hollow Ln. Traffic stops were conducted.

Non-reportable accident in the 2000 block of Main St., and Station Alley and Osborne Alley. Reports of accidents involving two vehicles.

Suspicious act in the 2300 block of Dewey Ave. Report of a suspicious act.

FEBRUARY 13

Wires down in the 1500 block of Franklin St. Report of downed wires.

Non-reportable accident, E. 14th St. and Ridge Alley involving one vehicle.

Mail Carriers

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suggestion and applied for the position.

As it would turn out, the Northampton Post Office hired him as a fill-in or temporary employee. Little did he know, it would later become his career. After serving for nine years as a fillin employee, he was finally hired as a permanent employee. In fact, this month marks Justin’s 20th year as a USPS worker, which he is very proud of.

Although he spent a few years in managerial positions at other post offices, he returned to Northampton as a rural carrier, which he not only prefers, but also enjoys because it gives him the opportunity to constantly meet new people and get to chat with some of the customers on his route.

As a rural carrier, Justin’s job is to case, deliver and collect mail along his rural route by vehicle due to the larger distances between customers.

Justin starts his workday at 8 a.m. by gathering the mail and sorting it according to customer and the order of his route, which takes him about an hour. Justin notes this is something many people don’t know that mail carriers are required to do because they assume it is done for them at the facility. Nevertheless, it is a vital component of their job.

Once he finishes gathering and sorting the mail, Justin loads up the van and heads to his route. In total, his route takes him around six to six and a half hours to complete. However, based on the volume of mail during certain times of the year such as the Christmas season, his hours can vary significantly. As a result, Justin says that during some Christmas seasons, he would not finish his route until 7:30 or 8 p.m. Moreover, inclement weather can also lengthen the duration of his route.

Although he completes the same route every day, these factors result in day-to-day uncertainty, which can make it hard to plan ahead. Therefore, Justin explains, it’s important for USPS workers to always be ready for change, which

is why his advice to new USPS workers is to hang in there and give it time since so much is being thrown at you all at once in the beginning, but it gets easier as you go and is just a matter of believing that you can get through it.

Lehigh Township resident, Ebone Plummer, works as a city carrier for the Northampton Post Office.

Ebone’s USPS career began when she was looking for a job that would provide her with more income to support her family. One of her close friends worked at USPS at that time and suggested she apply.

Since being hired, Ebone has served for 18 years as a USPS worker, which she says has allowed her to live a normal, happy life and provide for her family.

As a city carrier, Ebone’s job is to sort, deliver and collect mail primarily on foot. She begins sorting the mail for her route at 8 a.m. and it takes her about two hours to complete. Then, she heads out around 10 a.m. to the 466 stops along her route.

Every day is different due to mail volume, weather conditions and other factors, but she typically finishes her route around 4:30 p.m.

Ebone points out that in addition to being physically fit to withstand the demand of their routes, letter carriers must also be mentally strong to endure the harsh elements and other obstacles that may arise such as encountering aggressive dogs and being overwhelmed when the post office is short-staffed.

One of the most challenging times for USPS workers was during the Covid-19 pandemic, Ebone shares. Due to a national deterioration in service that resulted in late mail deliveries, many customers lost their faith in the Postal Service, she adds. This deterioration largely stemmed from the Postal Service being perpetually understaffed, which was exacerbated by pressures from the pandemic as packages reached record volumes.

Although the notion of losing customer confidence in the Postal Service is disheartening, Ebone is known throughout her route for her infectiously warm smile and her caring, positive and upbeat candor, which many customers and tail-wagging pups look forward to seeing.

Ebone credits this to her love of getting to meet different people all the time, being able to be outside all day (especially when it’s nice out), and getting to walk all day, which helps keep her in shape.

“The people really make the job, and that’s why I love what I do,” Ebone beams.

All in all, mail carriers are some of the most courageous, hardworking and dedicated individuals because of the harsh demands of their job, and they often go without thanks for their efforts. So, next time you see your mail carrier making their way through the hundreds of stops in your neighborhood, introduce yourself; you just might be the smiling face or friendly conversation that helps them feel appreciated.

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Ebone Plummer

Justin Gross