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Lehigh Supervisors find Tax bill solution By JUSTIN SWEITZER The Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors reached a consensus regarding the mailing of tax bills at their Jan. 9 meeting, resolving an area of concern that the board faced at their last few meetings. The board passed a motion to compensate township tax collector Mary Louise Trexler a fixed rate of $3,718 to combine and stuff tax bills—per capita and real estate taxes—pending Township Solicitor David Backenstoe’s research of whether it is legal to compensate beyond the collector’s set salary. The motion comes after Trexler told the township in 2017 that she would not be sending and stuffing the tax bills, according to minutes from the board’s Dec. 12 meeting. Trexler said she was told that she is not required to collect per capita taxes or stuff the envelopes, as she has done in the past. “I’m not obligated to stuff the
bills,” Trexler said. “That was something I just did.” The board explored having Berkheimer Tax Innovations stuff and send the envelopes, but since the company could not consolidate the bills, the board dismissed that option. That left them to either compensate Trexler for the service or have office staff carry it out. Board of Supervisors Chairman Darryl Snover voiced concern about whether the township is legally allowed to compensate Trexler in addition to her salary. “If we entertain the notion of additional compensation for the tax collector for something that was traditionally done in the past, does that constitute a change in the compensation that would fall outside of what the law would allow?” Snover asked. Backenstoe said he didn’t have a concrete answer and would have to find out what is allowed
by law. He also said the situation involved two different issues, the collection of per capita taxes and the physical stuffing of the envelopes. “To my knowledge, every tax collector in the area stuffs them. I’ve never heard of a tax collector not stuffing them.” Backenstoe said. “I will tell you as I sit here tonight, I don’t know if there’s a regulation that requires the tax collector to stuff the envelope.” However, Backenstoe said he is confident that the township’s tax collector is required to collect per capita taxes, saying that the ordinance is “clear on its face” that Trexler must collect per capita taxes by law, despite her being told otherwise. “The law is pretty clear that a township tax collector has a statutory duty to collect occupationContinued on page 3
Northampton planners Approve plans for Willow Brook Farm Trust
by KERI LINDENMUTH Pastor Rick Edmund has been collecting nativity sets for most of his adult life. He not only appreciates their beauty, but also the way they exemplify the Christian message and the meaning of John 3:16: “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” “It is such an important part of the Christian message,” he says. It has taken many years for
Pastor Edmund, 69, to accumulate his varied collection of more than 100 uniquely different nativity sets. Some are made of porcelain, others of wood, and others of glass. Some are small and detailed, while others are large and elaborate. They depict the birth of Christ not only in Bethlehem, but also in African and Native American villages. An entire room in the Chapman Quarries United Methodist Church parsonage, where Pastor Continued on page 15
By JUSTIN SWEITZER The Northampton Borough Planning Commission recommended conditional approval for three separate plans for Willow Brook Farm Trust at their Jan. 10 meeting. The trust came before the planning commission seeking favorable recommendations for a lot line adjustment to combine two parcels into one, a minor subdivision of the combined parcel and a land development/subdivision of Willow Brook’s proposed Lot 3 into 11 single-family homes in Phase I of their development. The trust is seeking to build 11 single family homes in the borough off of Howertown Road as part of a larger project that spans across multiple municipalities in Northampton County. If approved by borough coun-
cil, the approval of the three plans is contingent upon multiple conditions outlined by the planning commission. Robert McHale, a member of the planning commission, asked whether or not the homeowner association for the borough would be responsible for handling the development’s sewer, and whether there would even be a homeowner association for the development. “Now this was all predicated on the fact that there was a homeowner’s association,” McHale said. “It doesn’t sound like that’s been solid yet.” Bob Dwyer, a consultant for the trust, confirmed that there would be a homeowner association and that it would handle the development’s sewer. “It is solid and there will be an
association, absolutely. All the sewer will be handled by the association, not by the sewer authority,” Dwyer said. McHale also sought clarification on whether there would be a left-turn lane on Howertown Road onto Fuller Drive, as discussed at previous meetings. “I didn’t see anything on these plans, and I don’t know if it should be on these plans, whether or not there is left-hand turns that were discussed going into
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Fuller Drive, and I don't see them on the plans, and I’m not quite sure what the final was on Willow Drive,” McHale said. Dwyer said that based on the traffic study conducted for the project, a left-hand turn lane was warranted onto Willow Drive, but not at Fuller Drive. “The left-hand turn, based on all the traffic analysis—we would prefer that left-hand turn lane be at Fuller—but because of the complications that exist in doing that now, coupled with some potential future traffic improvements, the traffic shows that Willow requires the left-hand turn lane,” Dwyer said. “The
left-hand turn lane, based on the traffic study, is going in here, not in Fuller… We’d like to think at some time in the future that we’d like to steer North Catty away from this and put it in Fuller.” The recommendations for approval will be sent to Northampton Borough Council, the members of which will decide whether to approve or reject the plans.
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Moore Township Democrat’s Monthly Meeting- 6:30 p.m. every second Thursday of the month. Pizzaville, 572 Nazareth Drive, Bath. Moore Township Historical Commission- Monthly meeting at 7 p.m., last Wednesday of the month at Moore Twp. Municipal Building, public is welcome. Governor Wolf Historical Society Monthly Meeting7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month except August on the GWHS campus, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath. Public welcome. For information, govwolf.org. Governor Wolf Historical Society Museum, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath: Open to the public 1-3 p.m. the third Saturday of the month, with tours of the society’s campus offered. For information, govwolf.org. Bath Museum-Open every third Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Located in Bath Borough building at Penn and Washington Streets. United States Submarine Veterans Lehigh Valley Base Monthly Meeting- Held every third Sunday at 2 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Church, 510 Union Street, Allentown. Veterans Disability Benefits Seminar- Saturday, January 20 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Red Wolf Bar and Grille, 201 W. Main Street in Bath. Please bring with you any VA award letters and correspondence, so you can learn the next steps in your entitlement. Mayor Fi’s February Fun- After the first snowstorm in February, Poplar Street in Bath from Penn to Pine will be closed for sledding. For Borough of Bath residents only. Sled at your own risk. Shredding Event- Saturday, April 14 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Northampton Community Center. Sponsored by State Rep. Zach Mako, co-hosted by Borough of Northampton. Third Annual Heroin & Opiate Awareness Day- Saturday, June 2 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Bushkill Township Volunteer Fire Company, 155 Firehouse Dr., Nazareth. Hosted by Partners for a New Beginning.
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January 18-24, 2018 3 Trent Smith of Lehigh Twp. collector. In addition, Backenstoe said a 1999 amendment to the Northampton Continued from page 1 al and per capita taxes levied and ordinance further clarifies that assessed by a municipal entity the elected tax collector must colNamed to when it’s done so by ordinance,” lect the township’s per capita tax. The motion that was passed is said. President's List Backenstoe Backenstoe said the township dependent on whether the townset a $5 per capita tax in 1966 by ship is legally allowed to further At Mansfield ordinance requiring the tax to be compensate Trexler beyond her paid to the elected township tax set salary. University For fall 2017 Soup And Sandwich Semester Luncheon Fundraiser Submitted by TERRY DAY
Trent Smith of Northampton has been named to the President's List at Mansfield University for the fall 2017 semester. To be named to the President's List, a student must attend the university full-time and attain at least a 4.0 QPA for the semester. Mansfield University is a member of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education. For more information, go to mansfield.edu.
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Claire Hagan Named to Dean's List at Grove City College
tion a GPA of 3.60 to 3.84 and for the Dean's List with High Distinction a GPA of 3.85 to 4.0.
Submitted by MARY LYNNE REIMOLD Claire Hagan, a junior major at Grove City College, has been named to the Dean's List for the fall 2017 semester. Claire is a 2015 graduate of Homeschool and is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Hagan (Renee) from Nazareth, Pennsylvania. Students eligible for the Dean's List have a GPA of 3.40 to 3.59; for the Dean's List with Distinc-
Ryan Johnson Named to Middle Atlantic Conference Fall Academic Honor Roll
Submitted by ALI WENGER Ryan Johnson of Bath, was named to the Middle Atlantic Conference's (MAC) Fall Academic Honor Roll-one of 110 total Lebanon Valley College
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student-athletes on the list. Johnson, a graduate of Bethlehem Catholic High School, is a member of the football team, and is pursuing a bachelor of science in early childhood education and special education at The Valley. The academic honor roll is comprised of student-athletes who compete in a varsity level sport and registered a term/semester GPA of 3.20 (on a 4.00 scale) or higher. A record 1,463 MAC studentathletes who competed in men's and women's cross country, field hockey, football, men's and women's soccer, and volleyball earned honor roll recognition. A total of 16 LVC studentathletes earned 4.00 GPAs during their semester of competition, including men's cross country's Garrett Santis, field hockey's Sarah DiMaggio, Casey Dombroski, and McKenna Lupold, football's Anthony Caruso, Cooper Fiadino, and Corey Keen, men's soccer's Nate Gibbons, John McHale, and Bradley Mehl, women's soccer's Lea Dungan, Taylor Reinhold, Meghan Ross, and Megan Shaner, and volleyball's Allison Cable and Morgan Webb. Football led all LVC teams with 34 honorees, while women's soccer was the top female squad with 22 recipients. For more Flying Dutchmen athletics news, visit www. godutchmen.com.
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Healthy New Year to you. Experts say Vitamin C is one of the safest and most effective nutrients. According to WebMD, the benefits of vitamin C may include protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling. "Vitamin C has received a great deal of attention, and with good reason. Higher blood levels of vitamin C may be the ideal nutrition marker for overall health," says study researcher Mark Moyad, MD, MPH, of the University of Michigan. "The more we study vitamin C, the better our understanding of how diverse it is in protecting our health, from cardiovascular, cancer, stroke, eye health [and] immunity to living longer.” And it only takes 10 seconds to swallow a vitamin. I have been taking vitamin C for well over 20 years on the recommendation of a pediatrician from Portland, Oregon. My daughter was getting pneumonia every year, missing school, coughing so bad that we had to take her outside to get it to stop, trips to the hospital, the doctor and more. As parents we were desperate and we called a wellknown pediatrician in Oregon for advice… Dr. Lendon Smith. He gave us advice that led to our discovery that our daughter was allergic to dairy products. Back then it was a tough battle learning what she could eat and not eat, however it worked and she never got pneumonia again. Dr. Smith was one of the first to caution against sugar, white flour, and junk food known to contribute to sickness, hyperactivity, obesity, allergies, and many illnesses in children. This man changed our lives, he was a huge advocate for vitamin C and we have been on a journey to improve our health ever since. As a business owner, your health is imperative to the success of your biz and your reputation in the community. I always say life is great as long as you feel great. In this season of flu, sickness and bugs that are spreading like wildfire, how about a little prevention for you and your staff?
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We are celebrating our 20th year! Can you believe it? Seems like yesterday I threw on a tie for the first time. I hope you all are aware of just how much you mean to me. I wanted to be a chiropractor ever since I was 10 years old and now here we are! Better yet, my eldest daughter, Jacqueline, has the same desire to help others through chiropractic! I couldn’t be prouder! Please know I have given it my best; everything I have in fact, for the past 20 years. I consider it the highest honor to serve, help, heal, and be connected heart to heart with you and your families in a deep and meaningful way. Is there any other way to live? “Thank you” does not come close to expressing how grateful I am. I was recently laughing with my wife, Stacey, when recalling having to hold my then-infant middle daughter, Olivia, on my hip as I was taking a patient off therapy. My wife was in doing a massage and I didn’t have any staff at that point. My daughter was screaming her head off. I had sweat running down my face and the patient was just so kind and understanding. At the time, it was so upsetting, as you can imagine. Almost two decades later, I wouldn’t trade that memory for anything. I earnestly pray that I am blessed with the ability to practice another 20 years or more, Lord willing. I am digging in, increasing my commitment to be laser focused on the needs of those who trust in me and my staff. To Natalie who has been committed to unselfishly putting herself second to help our patients for the past 17 years – I couldn’t do this without you. Truth be told, if Natalie didn’t discreetly correct my grammar, spelling, and run-on sentences, the 500 plus Natural Perspectives™ articles would read much differently. Thank you, Natalie. To Deanna, I must say your empathy and kindness is a wonderful gift and helps soothe the hurting people we care for. Thank you for caring so much. To my wife, Stacey, and family – Thank you for understanding why I missed all those dinners. To all my patients who I haven’t seen in a while – The light will remain on to welcome you home when you may need me. To current patients, thank you for allowing me to be an active part of your lives. In closing, it has been and is an honor. Thank you, thank you, thank you! -Dr. Glenn A Clearie DC
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2. Eat more fruit - guava, kiwi, oranges and grapefruit have large amounts of vitamin C. 3. Eat more veggies - especial-
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GAB OVER by Pete THE FENCE G. Ossip We had a couple warm days last week, but we’re back to the deep freeze again. Two more months of this shivering and it’s springtime and flowers on March 20. . . . Bath Firefighters went to church on Sunday and this time it was Christ U.C.C. downtown. . . .Ye Ed reported to me that Mayor Fiorella Mirabito and Councilwoman Phyllis Andrews joined the Bath Lions Club, but he’s holding the story till next week so he can get the picture in the paper. The Lions welcome both ladies with open arms. . . .By the way, welcome back to Council, Carol Heckman and Michelle Ehrgott and a new member, former police officer, Tony Kovalovsky. The photo caption last week didn’t mention Northampton County Judge Emil Giordano. . . . Our condolences to Dave and Debbie Lack on the passing of their son, David, after five years of battling colon cancer. It’s still the most dreaded disease, and Dave gave it a fight all the way. He was just 38 years old. Again, our deepest sympathy to all in his family, including his wife Cory and their three kids. . . .Monday was Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a national day of remembrance for a man who fought for equality among all people and died from an assassin’s bullet. He told a crowd, “I have a dream.” Some great strides have been made for black people, but not enough. It has to come from the heart. . . .The Eagles beat the Falcons with strong defense, especially when the football sailed high in the end zone to an Atlanta receiver. Now they will meet the Minnesota Vikings, who beat the New Orleans Saints on a 10-second, last play touchdown. Whoever wins that will no doubt play those Patriots in the Super Bowl. It will take a BIG miracle for the Eagles to beat Tom Brady & Co., who are expected to beat the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Jan. 21. You never know in sports. Miracles do happen. . . . Warren Henning has retired from being deer hunting camp cook. I don’t blame him, it’s been a bitter cold season. . . . The Legion golfers are counting the days till their time of playing down at Myrtle Beach. . . .Seems a Northampton man saw something on TV that
gave him an idea. He saw an online delivery of a Christmas package on a local porch, and picked it up for himself. Lucky somebody saw him do it. . . .Gotta pay our oil bill. Need that furnace to keep working ‘cause the potbelly stove can’t heat the whole house. See ya! No more storms, please!
BATH BOWLING Teams 1 and 5 Still Tied for First Place In Bath Die Hards
After four weeks of play, Teams 1 and 5 are still tied for first place in the Bath Die Hards League on Jan. 10. Both teams won 3 to 1. Team 5 had Gerald Bartholomew, 542; Amanda Leindecker, 470; Albert Arthofer, 462, and Charmaine Bartholomew, 455. Team 1 had Ty J. Pagotto, 620; Terry Bartholomew, 616, and Betty Naylor, 447. Team 2 got up to second place with a 4 to 0 victory as Wendy Guest hit 506 for the night, followed by David Guest, 484, and Sandy Fox, 425. The remaining two teams both lost 1 game to 3. Team 3 had Bob C. Kosman, 497; Bob R. Kosman, 457, and Joe Bachman, 426. Last, but not least, is team 4 with only Melissa Lemmerman knocking over 427 pins. 2nd Half Standings Team 5 Team 1 Team 2 Team 3 Team 4
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Bauer Team Holding First by a Hair As They Play Supply #2 in Commercial League
The top two teams in the Bath Commercial League met in week 18, playing to a 2 to 2 tie. So, Vince Bauer’s Fiberglass Repair has a slim half-game lead over Bath Supply #2. Bauer Fiberglass: Vince Bauer, 245–622; Wyatt Davidson, 222– 576; and Wayne Fogel, 525. Supply #2: Mile Snyder, 234–605; Taylor Hostler, 212–566; Wally Myers, 209–561; Avery Weber, 524. Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering didn’t get any closer in third place, as they also split 2 to 2 in
a match between them and Daku Auto Body. Carfara’s: Terry Bartholomew, 221-243–659; Brent Bartholomew, 216-257–643; Harry Emery, 257–624; Dino Carfara, 222–591. Daku: Al Davidson, 277-215-238–720; Marc Beichey, 234-209–599; Bob Faustner, 213-225–598; Scott Bortz, 211–544; Bob Daku, 202–537. The Rice Family climbed to fourth with a 3 to 1 night over Bath Supply #1. Rice: Dale Fye, 202–532 and Mark Rice, 516. Supply #1: Jeff Kerbacher, 207-216–587; Brent Connolly, 217–543; Harvey Rissmiller, 539; Steve Kerbacher, 200–536; Lester Steigerwalt, 525. Another 2 to 2 split resulted in the Paul’s Garage and Maxx Amusements games. Paul’s: Jim Aqostino, 247–618; Mike Klocek, 220–594; Ed Weller, 225–565. Maxx: “Butch” Holland, 222-256–648; George Hyde, 201-212–569; Scott Ackerman, 204–552. STANDINGS Bauer Fiberglass Bath Supply #2 Carfara’s Paint Rice Family Maxx Amusements Paul’s Garage Daku Auto Body Bath Supply #1
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DARTBALL Christ UCC Sweeps Salem Lutheran In Suburban church Dart baseball The holidays are over. Last Monday, the weather was threatening, so all games were postponed. Now begins the second half push for the pennant and trophies by the front-runners in the Suburban Inter-church Dart Baseball League. The layoff evidently helped Christ UCC Church of Bath, for they swept visiting Salem Lutheran in three games, 8-7 in 11 innings, 3-2, and 7-4. It was a hitting contest for both teams. Christ UCC: Joe Hunsicker, 7 for 13; George Gasper, 6 for 12 with a 2-run homer; Garry Hunsicker, 5 for 13; Mark Fujita, 5 for 14; and Jason Pokorny, 5 for 15. Salem: Bill Hoke, Jr., 7 for 15 with a homer; Jason Biggs, 7
for 15; Bill Hoke, Sr., 5 for 15; Scott Hoffert, 5 for 16. The Bathites will get more rest, with a bye next week. Emmanuel EC of Bethlehem played at Bath Lutheran, with the Bath team winning 10-3 and 2-1, sandwiched around a 4-6 loss. Bath: Scott Henninger, 6 for 13; Melissa Griffith, 5 for 13; Dan Stillwell, also 5 for 13 including a homer. Emmanuel: Judy Hoffert, 5 for 12 with a homer; Joie Hoffert, a 3-run homer and 2-run homer in the same inning for 6 RBI’s. St. Paul’s UCC, Northampton, won 10-6, lost 1-3 and won 4-3 at Salem UCC, Moorestown. St. Paul: Joe Stefko, 6 for 13; and Paul Slimmon, Ryan Gross, Bret Remel, all 5 for 13, and Amber Gross, a homer. Salem: Bob Krause, 6 for 13; Larry Fehnel, 5 for 13; Fred Tomsic, 5 for 13 with a homer. Kim Bush and Sherry Bush both hit home runs. St. Stephen’s Lutheran, Bethlehem, lost two at Messiah Lutheran in Bethlehem, 5-6 in 16 innings and 2-3, before winning 2-1. Messiah: Andy Mickelson, 6 for 14; Norm Schoenberger, 5 for 14, including a 2-run homer in the bottom of the 9th inning to win 3-2; Rich Hasonich, 5 for 16, and Ryan Jones, 4 for 13. St. Stephen’s: Ed Wychuck, 6 for 16; Gary Buczynski, 5 for 15; Travis Beahm, 5 for 16; John Hoysan and Jim Blaukovich, both 4 for 15. Dryland of Hecktown won 8-6 and 3-0 before losing 1-2 at St. John’s Union, Farmersville. Ebenezer Bible Fellowship with the BYE night off. STANDINGS W L Salem Luth., Beth’hem 34 11 Christ UCC, Bath 28 17 Bath Lutheran 23 19 St. Paul’s UCC, North’n 24 21 Dryland, Hccktown 22 20 Emmanuel, Bethlehem 19 23 St. Stephen’s, Beth’hem 18 24 Messiah Luth., Beth’m 18 24 Salem UCC, Moores’n 16 23 Ebenezer, Bethlehem 15 24 St. John’s, Farmersville 17 28
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Submitted by DENISE SMITH “Coffee, Cookies, and Propofol,” a new short read, is now available. Inspired by a neardeath experience, this book focuses on the unsettling thoughts of a patient who is lucid and pleading for help and information but is paralyzed and unable to communicate with her family and health care team. The book is a real-life account of Sandra Smith and her ordeal in the ICU of a local hospital. But, Sandy’s story doesn’t end after her release, the nightmare continued. Sandy knew she had not been feeling well, but waking up finding herself unable to see, speak or move was something she never expected. During this journey new fears were exposed from the darkest recesses of her mind. How could she let them know she was inside this motionless body? Recovery from a serious illness is challenging. Just when she thought her traumatic experience was over, another obstacle, recurrent nightmares, plagued her. Sandy had to come to grips with her new diagnosis, ICU PTSD. Denise Smith is a life-long resident of the Lehigh Valley. She is a reluctant writer, but felt compelled to share the experience her family, especially her mother, had with a sedative drug, Propofol. Denise’s goal is to start a conversation about the side effects of Propofol and the little known post-traumatic stress disorder associated with an intensive care unit stay. Throughout the pages Sandra holds nothing back. Readers are hurried along with her from sickness to sedation and beyond. “Coffee, Cookies and Propofol” is currently available in both paperback and eBook formats via Barnes and Noble, Amazon and other book retailers. Denise and Sandy have scheduled informational sessions/book signings in 2018 to coincide with price promotions.
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BATH AREA East Allen looks ahead to new Township manager By KERI LINDENMUTH During their workshop meeting on January 10, the East Allen Township Board of Supervisors worked on defining the job description for township manager. Current township manager, Deborah Seiple, will be leaving her position in March. She has
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“This is how we [the township] have become better known in the area,” she said. An official job description will be advertised and candidates will be interviewed in February. During the workshop meeting, council also discussed proposed amendments to its ordinances with Shannon Calluori, Vice President of Operations at CodeMaster. CodeMaster has been asked to amend and revise ordinances and look at changes that “could be made and should be made.” Some changes that have been proposed include altering the property maintenance code, allowing a 30-day permit for temporary structures, and adding a new ordinance with guidance for ATV usage. The board asked that the planning commission begin reviewing the proposed changes. Finally, Larry Chapman of CRG Real Estate, which bought property from Vertek for a proposed warehouse on Airport Road, stood before the board. He voiced his regret on his company not working with the community earlier. He believes CRG should have done better. “[The Community] should have the best facilities,” he said of the proposed warehouse. “[We are going to build] something you can be proud of and we can be proud of too.” However, the township is involved in litigation with CRG over the height of the proposed warehouse. No members of the board could respond to Chapman’s comments.
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by KERI LINDENMUTH The Roxy Theatre in downtown Northampton once again opened its doors for an annual Christmas tradition. On Wednesday, December 13, the Roxy Theatre and the Northampton Chamber of Commerce partnered together to bring cheer to the community. For about the tenth year in a row, the chamber hosted its annual free holiday movie at the historic theatre. This year’s classic ChristChief Fogel and Skyler mas film was “It’s a Wonderful by HOME NEWS STAFF Life.” Admission was free as long participated in Shop with a The Lehigh Township Police Department Kmart of Walnutport for as those in attendance brought to a Cop and took local children shopping sixth year in a row of taking donation for the Northampton the holidays. It is the police department’s to a pre-shopping break- Area Food Bank. them local children shopping, and treating Restaurant in Danielsville. fast at the Blue Mountain Drive-In Family (More pictures on Page 5.)
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ALLISON DOLAN The Da Vinci Science Center’s signature winter event, Ice Cream Wars, returns for its 10th year on Saturday, January 6, Ice Cream Wars 10, presented by Whole Foods, sees 10 Lehigh Valley businesses creating their own unique ice cream flavors and competing for ultimate bragging rights and the Ice Cream Wars trophy. Ice Cream Wars began 10 years ago as an internal competition between Da Vinci Science Center employees and has since grown to become one of the coolest events in the Lehigh Valley. Recipes created by teams are turned into delicious samples in a matter of minutes with the use of liquid nitrogen at negative 321 degrees
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A PROCLAMATION TO RECOGNIZE AND DEFINE “NORTHAMPTON SCHOOL CHOICE WEEK” AS PART OF NATIONAL SCHOOL CHOICE WEEK IN THE BOROUGH OF NORTHAMPTON, PENNSYLVANIA.
Criminal mischief in the 900 block of Main St. Report of the taillights of a legally parked vehicle smashed.
Whereas, the Borough Council, residents and the Mayor
Non-reportable accident in the 100 block of Held Dr. involving two vehicles.
wish to acknowledge and recognize January 21-27, 2018 as “Northampton School Choice Week” and, as Mayor, I call for this observance to the attention of all our residents, and
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PFA in the 500 block of E. 11th St. Request for Officers to serve an emergency PFA.
Whereas, all children in the Borough should have the high-
est-quality education possible, and we must recognize that quality education is critically important to the economic vitality for the Borough of Northampton, and
Whereas, Northampton is home to a variety of high quality public and nonpublic schools from witch parents can choose for their children, in addition to families who educate their children in their home, and
Civil matter in the 300 block of Main St. Report of a civil issue.
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Whereas, educational variety helps to diversify our economy, it also enhances the vibrancy of our community, and Whereas, Northampton has many high-quality teaching professionals in all types of school settings who are committed to educating our children, and
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Harassment in the 1800 block of Main St. Report of a male harassing a female. Non-reportable accident, Main St. and 21st St. involving two vehicles.
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Hit and run accident in the 1700 block of Main St. Report of a dark colored SUV or pickup truck with a cap on the back strike a legally parked vehicle’s driver side mirror. Offending vehicle continued north on Main St.
Non-reportable accident in the 1000 block of Main St. involving two vehicles.
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Non-reportable accident in the 2000 block of Main St. involving two vehicles. Domestic in the 2200 block of Main St. between a male and a female. Non-reportable accident in the 2100 block of Osborne Alley involving one vehicle.
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Disturbance in the 2200 block of Siegfried Ave. Report of a female causing a disturbance. Suspicious person in the 1600 block of Main St. Report of a suspicious male. Reportable accident, Main St. and 24th St. involving two vehicles.
submitted by Susan Sentz Registration for children’s winNon-reportable accident, E 21st try by millions of students, parents, educators, schools and orgater programs is underway. ProSt. and Center St. involving two nizations to rise awareness of the need for effective educational vehicles. grams range for ages ten months options, and to fifth grade. Programs begin JANUARY 10 February 6 and go to March 29. Whereas, last year, more than 240 mayors and country leadTheft, retail, Wine and Spirits ShopJoin the Friends of the ers, along with 33 governors and a unanimous United States pe in the 1900 block of Center St. JANUARY 6 Northampton Area Public LiSenate, issued proclamations recognizing National School Report of a female shoplifting. 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NAZARETH AREA ANDY’S CORNER By ANDY WEAVER Good luck to the Nazareth Competition Cheerleaders this weekend in Hershey for the state championship. Andy's Corner would like to say congrats to Dave Crowell on his 500th wrestling win last week as a coach. The Nazareth Boys Basketball Team went to Pocono Mountain West on January 9 and lost, then played Easton at home on January 12 and then hosted Whitehall at 7 p.m. on January 16. The boys will host Parkland at 7 p.m. on January 19, which you can view live on Service Electric. The Nazareth Girls Basketball Team hosted Pocono Mountain West on January 9 and won, lost
at Easton on January 12 and lost again at home on January 13 to Governor Mifflin. The girls will travel to Parkland on January 19. The Nazareth Wrestling Team played at home at the middle school on January 9 vs. Pocono Mountain East and won, then played back at the high school on January 10 against Parkland and was triumphant again. The wrestling team went to Virginia on January 12 and 13, where they finished in third place and beat Woodside Virginia for Coach Crowell's 500th win, then beat Independence West Virginia, then lost to McDonough Maryland, then beat St. Augustine Prep New Jersey and finally beat Christiansburg Virginia for third place. The wrestlers will host Northampton at 7 p.m. on January 18, which will be live on Ser-
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Riverbend Community Church to host Night to Shine Prom for people With special needs Sponsored by Tim Tebow Foundation Submitted by MONICA TRAMONTINA Riverbend Community Church announced that they will serve as one of more than 700 churches around the world that will host Night to Shine sponsored, by the Tim Tebow Foundation simultaneously on Friday, February 9. Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God's love, for people with special needs, ages 14 and older. This worldwide movement is already set to take place next year in all 50 states and 10 countries around the world...and the numbers continue to grow. Every guest of Night to Shine enters this complimentary event on a red carpet complete with a warm welcome from a friendly crowd and paparazzi. Once inside, guests receive the royal treatment, including hair and makeup stations, shoe shining areas, limousine rides, corsages and boutonnieres, a catered dinner, karaoke, prom favors for each honored guest and, of course, a dance floor... all leading up to the moment when each guest is crowned king or queen of the prom. "We are honored to be able to work with so many churches across the county and around the world to impact the lives of people with special needs," said Erik Dellenback, executive director of the Tim Tebow Foundation. "After such an amazing response to the first three years of Night to Shine, our prayer is that this event will continue to change the face of Valentine's Day weekend from simply a celebration of love, to a celebration of God's love for people with special needs." As sponsor of Night to Shine, the Tim Tebow Foundation will
provide each host church with the official 2018 Night to Shine Planning Manual, the official Night to Shine Prom Kit, complete with decorations and gifts for the guests, and personalized guidance and support from a Tim Tebow Foundation staff member. The foundation also is providing financial support to hundreds of churches needing assistance in hosting the event. During Night to Shine 2015, 44 host churches and 15,000 volunteers worked together to honor more than 7,000 kings and queens of the prom. Last February, Night to Shine 2016 saw 450% growth, reaching 32,000 honored guests in 201 host churches with 75,000 volunteers. Night to Shine 2018 promises to be the biggest event yet, with more than 540 churches already signed up to participate all around the world. Volunteers are needed. For additional information on the Night to Shine hosted by Riverbend Community Church in Allentown, visit http://www.riverbendonline.org/ nts. For more information on the worldwide movement of Night to Shine, visit: http://www.timtebowfoundation.org/index.php/night-toshine/. The Tim Tebow Foundation exists to bring Faith, Hope and Love to those needing a brighter day in their darkest hour of need. That mission is being fulfilled every day through the foundation's seven areas of outreach, including W15H, Timmy's Playrooms, Orphan Care, Adoption Aid, the Tebow CURE Hospital, Team Tebow and Night to Shine. For more information on the Tim Tebow Foundation, please visit www.timtebowfoundation.org.
Church Dir. The Home News Church Directory is an alphabetical listing of community churches and synagogues. If you would like to submit a press release or calendar item for your church, please email it to: editorial@homenewspa. com or mail it to us at The Home News PO BOX A, Walnutport, PA 18088. The Church Directory is always available on our website at www.HomeNewsPA.com ASSUMPTION BVM PARISH, Northampton. 610262-2559 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 610262-2882 Sat. - Vesper services 5 p.m. Sun. - Divine Liturgy 9 a.m. BETHANY WESLEYAN, Cherryville. 610-767-1239 Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship 5 p.m. BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, Bushkill Twp. 610-759-7132 Sun. – Worship 9:15 a.m. CARPENTER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH, Nazareth. 484-285-0040 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. CHAPMAN QUARRIES UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-837-0935 Sun. – Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship 11 a.m. CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. Chestnut St. Bath. 610-837-0345 Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C., Schoenersville. 610-264-9325 Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m.
CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville. 610837-6051 Sun. – 9 a.m. Worship/SS/ Nursery. CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH Northampton. 610262-8500 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. with HC, Sunday School 10:30 a.m. COVENANT UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-8377517 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m. HA, Sunday School 9:15 a.m. DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444 Sun. – Worship 8/10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m. EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt) 610-262-4961 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. EMMANUEL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1741 Sun – Traditional 8/10:45 a.m. and Contemporary 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Wed- Midweek Spoken Worship 7 p.m. FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport, 610-767-3505 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOD'S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610262-4412 Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., Wed.- 7 p.m. BS GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton, 610-262-9517 Sun – Worship 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:15-11 a.m. GOSPEL CHAPEL WESLEYAN CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-8101 (N) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m., Sat- 5 p.m. GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-7036 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.
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SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. 610-8377874 Sun. – Mass 6:30/8/9:30/11 a.m., Mon.-Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri – Mas 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30/6 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 7/8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m. SALEM U.C.C. Moorestown 610-759-1652 Sun. – 8/10:15 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. ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL Nazareth 610-746-3910 Sun. – Holy Eucharist 10 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m. ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1061 Sun. - Worship 8/10:15 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 9:30 a.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun. – Worship at 8/10:45 a.m., Wed.- 11 a.m. ST. NICHOLAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, Walnutport. 610-767-3107 Sun. – Mass 8/9:30/11 a.m.,
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Holy Day – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri.- 8:30 a.m. ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton, 610-261-2910. HA Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. (with child care), Sunday School 9 a.m. ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indianland, Cherryville 610-767-4572 Sun. – 9 a.m. Christian Hour Education, Worship at 10:30 a.m. ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Northampton 610-837-7426 Sun. – 10:15 a.m., SS 9 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 610-767-8939 Sat. – Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. Worship 11:00 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, H/A – Handicapped Accessible, VBS – Vacation Bible School
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Yungay’s Final Warning!
A magnitude 8.0 quake off the coast of Lima on May 31, 1970, triggered one of the most cataclysmic avalanches in history—wiping out the entire highland town of Yungay, Peru and most of its 25,000 inhabitants! Assemblies of God Missionary Juan Romero had conducted a series of evangelistic meetings there and had been invited to preach over the town’s only radio station. The owner of the station had asked, “Have you ever preached in a place where every single person listened to you?” “Not that I remember,” replied Rev. Romero. “Well, today, you’ll have that opportunity,” declared the owner. The local government had placed loudspeakers throughout the town in such a way that the people were obliged to hear the broadcast, whether they wanted to or not. Rev. Romero felt awed by the responsibility, and in recalling it he said, “I believe I preached my very best that day.” A few days later, the quake destabilized a glacier on Mount Huascarán, causing 350 million cubic feet of rock, ice and snow to break away and tear down its slope at more than 120 mph! As it thundered down toward Yungay, 11 miles away, it picked up much more debris. Within three minutes, the 3,000 feet-wide landslide reached the valley and buried Yungay and its 25,000 inhabitants! Only 350 people survived, including those who were able to climb to the elevated step-like cemetery. They said that after the quake they heard a rumble from the Huascarán and saw a giant cloud of dust coming. Reports are that many rushed into the church to pray for salvation. God had granted Rev. Romero the privilege of giving Yungay’s final warning and only He knows how many of the 25,000 who heard the salvation message responded before it was too late! The Bible says, “Now is the day of salvation” (2 Cor. 6:2). I urge you to go to www.naog.ws/theway.htm and read about Jesus—The Only Way to heaven. Then pray and accept Him as your Savior. Do it now! This could be your final warning to “Prepare to meet thy God” (Amos 4:12).
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Obituaries William L. Ahner, Jr.
William L. Ahner, 80, of Heritage Village, Walnutport, Lehigh Township, died Sunday, Jan. 7, 2018 In Lehigh Valley HospitalMuhlenberg, Bethlehem. He was the husband of Jean E. (Schleicher) Ahner since March 10, 1962. Bill was employed as a millwright in the beam yard of the former Bethlehem Steel Corp. for 31 years, retiring in 1995. A 1955 graduate of Lehighton High School, he served in the Pa. Army National Guard, Lehighton Barracks, from 1958-1961, achieving rank of E-4. Born in Ashfield, East Penn Twsp., he was a son of the late William L., Sr. and Mary C. (Schappell) Ahner. Bill was a member of the Kempton Antique Tractor and Toy Club. He enjoyed traveling, sailing, woodworking, and most of all spending time with his grandson. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three daughters, Dr. Holly Ahner Poore of Tucson, Ariz., Chrysse Everhart Eden of Swannanoa, N.C., and Karol Keeney of Slatington; two grandchildren; a brother, James, of Statesville, N.C.; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister and two brothers. Graveside services were held on Friday in Dinkey Memorial Cemetery, Ashfield. Arrangements were by the Campton Funeral Home, 525 Delaware Ave., Palmerton
Harold W. Fabian
OCT. 1, 1926 – JAN. 9, 2018 Harold W. Fabian, 97, of Bethlehem, formerly of No r t h a m p ton, died on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2018 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Bethlehem. He was the husband of the late Arlene M. (Ritter) Fabian, who passed away in October 2016. He was a self-employed farmer for 45 years, and operated the former Camel’s Hump Farm, Bethlehem Township, until retiring in
1987. Born on Oct. 1, 1926 in North Saucon Township he was the son of the late Warren and Eva (Moyer) Fabian. Harold was a long time member of Trinity Evan. Lutheran Church in Hecktown, where he served as a former Council member for 24 years and chairman of the church property committee for 45 years. He served on the Lehigh Valley Co-op Dairy Board for six years, Northampton County; ASCS Committee for six years, and he was a past treasurer for the Northampton County 4-H Center for five years. Harold also was a past president of the Northampton County Agricultural Extension for two years, and was active with the Northampton County Farm Bureau for many years. He also was very active with the Muhlenberg Hospital Summer Festival and served as president for 25 years. Surviving are a daughter, Grace M. Marko of Northampton; two brothers, Ernest of Meyerstown and Roy of Bethlehem; four grandchildren, seven greatgrandchildren, and three greatgreat-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Sterling W., in June 1987; four sisters, Marion Knecht, Mabel Newhard, Anna Miller, and Arlene Hagley; and a brother, Howard Fabian. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, Jan. 16 at Dryland U.C.C. Church, Newburg, followed by interment in Hope Cemetery, Hecktown. Arrangements were by the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton. Contributions may be offered to the Trinity Evan. Lutheran Church Endowment Fund, c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
Theresa Keeler
NOV. 1, 1929 – JAN. 12, 2018 Theresa Keeler, 88, of Nazareth, died on Friday, Jan. 12, 2018 at home. She was the wife of the late Floyd Keeler for 41 years. She was employed at various blouse mills in the region for more than 45 years and was a member of the International Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union. Born on November 1, 1929 in Nazareth, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Terisia Bendl. Theresa was a member of the Holy Family Catholic Church
and its Altar & Rosary Society and Golden Agers. She also enjoyed being a member of the Nazareth L.O.R.A. Club. Baking and reading were two of her favorite pastimes, but she cherished most of all spending time with her family. Surviving are daughters, Carol Ann McElroy of Woodbridge, Va., and Connie Leibreich of Yardley, Pa.; three grandchildren; four brothers, Walter, Alfred, William, and Fred Bendl; a sister, Helen Boris; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death besides her husband were brother, Frank Bendl and sisters Anna Temmel and Hilda Bendl. Services were held on Wednesday, Jan. 17 in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial and interment in the parish cemetery. Friends may have a Mass offering said in Theresa’s memory, c/o the funeral home at 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, PA 18064. Memorial donations may also be offered to Meals on Wheel of Northampton County, 4240 Fritch Dr., Bethlehem, PA 18020.
David J. Lack
David J. Lack, 38, of Moore Township, died on Monday, January 8, 2018 at home. He had fought an unwavering five-year battle with cancer. He and his wife, Cory (Scheller) Lack, were together for 20 years as childhood sweethearts and were married for 13 years. A 1998 graduate of Northampton Area High School, he attended Wilkes University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in accounting. Dave was the general manager and director of finance for the board of directors of Associated Fasteners, Inc., Bath. In addition, he was a partner in T&D Investments, LLC. He was a son of David M. and Deborah H. (Dixon) Lack of Moore Township. Dave was active in Moore Township’s girl’s softball, where he served as coach, and also played in the slowpitch men’s league. He loved riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle, hiking adventures, camping, and spending time with his family. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his parents; three children, Jason T., Claire, and Evelyn Ann Lack, all at home; two sisters, Melissa Wright of Northampton and Diane Lack of Moore Township; maternal grandmother, Helen C. Dixon, of Arkansas; paternal grandmother, Dorothy Lack, of Danielsville; parent-in-laws, Terrence and Sharon Scheller of Bethlehem; two brothers-in-law, Reggie Scheller of Allentown, and Matt Scheller of Chambersburg; a sister-in-law, Elizabeth Cruz, of Allentown; grandmothers-in-law, Julia Scheller, of Bethlehem, and
Dolores Saylor of Allentown; and many nieces and nephews., aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was predeceased by his maternal grandfather, Edward J. Dixon, Jr. and paternal grandfather, Anthony Lack, as well as his grandfathers-in-law, Joseph Scheller and Leroy Saylor. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, January 19 at 10:30 a.m. in the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 210 E. Northampton St., Bath. There will be no calling hours. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery, Bath. Arrangements have been made by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. In lieu of flowers, David’s family has requested that contributions be offered in his memory to the Lack Children Education Fund, c/o Melissa Wright, 930 Old Carriage Rd., Northampton, PA 18067. Checks may be made payable to Melissa Wright FBO Children Education Fund.
Lloyd J. Liggitt
JUNE 18, 1929 – JAN. 5, 2018 Lloyd J. Liggitt, 88, of Lehigh Township, died on Friday, Jan. 5, 2018 in Kirkland Village, Bethlehem. He was the husband of the late Jean R. (Dieter) Liggitt, who passed away in January 2005. He was a life insurance agent for Metropolitan Life Insurance Co., Bethlehem, for 25 years before retiring in 1985. During his insurance career, he earned the Metropolitan Life Insurance President’s Award. In addition to that he was owner/operator of the former Northampton Lumber Co. from 1978-1990. Born on June 18, 1929 in Washington County, Pa., he was a son of the late Erwin and Margaret (Sly) Liggitt. Lloyd was a 60-year member of Bethany Wesleyan Church in Cherryville, where he served on the church board for several years. He had 50 years of perfect voter attendance. He was a corporal in the U.S. Army from 1946-1949. Surviving are four sons, Leon J. of Muncy, Pa., Larry L. of Summit Hill, Pa., Lyle J. of Easton, Md., and Todd R. of Danielsville; nine grandchildren and 11 greatgrandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Ronald E.; four brothers, Oliver, Francis, Willard and Robert; three sisters, Hazel Kellenberg, Ellen Goodrich and Esther Taylor. A funeral service was held on Saturday, Jan. 13 in Bethany Wesleyan Church. Interment with military honors followed in Pennsville Cemetery, Northampton. Arrangements were by the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton. Donations may be made to Bethany Wesleyan Church memorial fund, 675 Blue Mountain Dr., Cherryville, PA 18035 or c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
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MARCH 30, 1955 – JAN. 7, 2018 Angelo J. “Butch” Rampulla, 62, of Nazareth, died on Sunday, Jan. 7, 2018. He lived a life full of passion for automobile racing, OBX fishing, and beach life, and most of all his family. Following his affection for auto racing and mechanics, Butch worked as an employee at Trans Edge Truck Center in Allentown for 26 years. Born on March 30, 1955 in Bethlehem, he was a son of the late John and Mary (Mendola) Rampulla. Butch fought hard in his battle with cancer and was surrounded by his family during his final moment of life. He is survived by four siblings, John “Jesse” Rampulla, Tom Rampulla, Lu Klipple, and Joanna Kovacs-Royer; and 12 nieces and nephews. A prayer service was held on Saturday, Jan. 13 in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, celebrated by a close family friend, Fr. Joseph Gleixner, MSC, in Holy Family Cemetery, Nazareth.
Lois G. Schisler
DEC. 12, 1929 – JAN. 5, 2018 Lois G. Schisler, 88, of State College, died Friday, Jan. 5, 2018 in Mt. Nittany Medical Center. She was the wife of Lee C. Schisler for 66 years. A 1947 graduate of State College High School, she was secretary for the high school principal. E then worked for the Ralph M. Parsons Co., Frederick, MD. Born on Dec. 12, 1929 in Milesburg, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Hannah (Sprankle) Green. Lois was a member of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church and its Women’s Society. She was a volunteer librarian at Corl Street School and enjoyed taking classes on photography and flower arranging. She was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels; active on her Continued on page 13
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high school class reunion committee; enjoyed accompanying her husband on many international trips associated with his work. And she enjoyed bowling, curling and fishing. She also was an avid fan of Penn State sports. Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons, Lee C. Schisler, Jr. of Tyrone and David A. Schisler of Morton, IL.; two grandchildren; and one sister, Arlene Learn of Davis, CA. A Memorial Service was held on Saturday, Jan. 13 in the Koch Funeral Home, State College with Pastor Greg Milinovich officiating. Burial was in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Memorial donations may go to Bald Eagle Valley United Methodist Community Church, 111 Runville Rd., Bellefonte, PA in memory of Lois G. Schisler.
Sue V. Sosik
Sue V. (Ondrejovich) Sosik, 96, of Pa l m e r t o n , died Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018 at The Village in Palmerton. She was a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity, Palmerton. Born in the former Czechoslovakia, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Mary (Redvani) Ondrejovich). Surviving are a son, Jan M., of Palmerton; two grandchildren; and a sister, Mary Valkovec, of Nazareth. Services were held at 11 a.m. this Thursday in the Campton Funeral Home, 525 Delaware Ave., Palmerton. Call 10-11 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment is in Towamensing Cemetery, 3rd St. & Fireline Rd., Palmerton.
Norma M. Williams
MARCH 16, 1933 – JAN. 8, 2018 Norma M. “Jennie” Williams, 84, of Nazareth, died on Monday, Jan. 8, 2018 at home. She was the wife of the late Donald E. “Jabby” Williams, who passed away on Nov. 21, 1996. She worked in the Human Resources Dept. at Gracedale for many years until retiring. Prior to that, she had worked for Easton Hospital in the outpatient office. Born on March 16, 1933 in Holstein, Iowa, she was a daughter of the late Harvey and Alice (Jepsen) Jensen. Norma was a member of St.
John’s Lutheran Church, Nazareth, where she was very active, and served as usher and greeter. She was a member of the Amazing Ladies Bowling League at Bar-Don Lanes. She had served in the U.S. Navy. Surviving are her two sons, Wayne A. “Wally” of Nazareth and Donald E., Jr. of Bushkill Township; siblings, Mary Lou Spoo, Walter Jensen, Elaine Jensen, Alice Faye Jensen, and Janice Button, all of Estherville, Iowa, and Linda Lindquist of Lafayette, Minnesota; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a brother, Glen Jensen; a son, Dale E., and a granddaughter, Tanya Jo. A funeral service was held on Saturday, Jan. 13 in the Schmidt Funeral Home, Nazareth. Interment was in Greenwood Cemetery, Nazareth. Memorial donations may be made to the church at 200 S. Broad St., Nazareth, PA 18064.
Old Bath- The Ice Skating Pond By Charles McIlhaney Jr.
In my boyhood, (1950s and 60s), Bath had an ice skating pond located on North Chestnut Street at site of today’s Fire Fighter’s Field. It was a good-sized pond with floodlights, mostly lit on weekends, and wood supplied to keep a fire. On weekends, large numbers of all ages skated mostly in a continuous ring around the outer perimeter of the ice. This allowed the center open for the beginners, the more proficient, and the moms and dads skating together holding the arms of a toddler between them on his first ice skates. On weeknights, though, the pond became mostly a boys-only domain. With the lights off, the ice and wood fire become even more becharming. On one occasion, the woodpile was used up and nobody knew where to get any. Someone had a bright idea to burn old tires. We gathered a few at Jimmy Hahn’s service station on North Walnut Street, site of today’s Billing’s Auto Service, and a few from across the street at the site of today’s Bath Auto Center. We took them to the pond and lit them. They made a hot fire, but I must admit, not very pleasant. Evidently, some local residents didn’t think so either. By the next night, the tire residue was hauled away and a pile of firewood dropped off. Bath Maintenance Supervi-
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The General Fund Budget for the year 2018 for the TOWNSHIP OF MOORE, County of Northampton, has been amended and is open for public inspection at the Moore Township Municipal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath, Pa. 18014, between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm. Monday to Thursday, beginning January 15, 2018. The Final General Fund Budget for 2018, will be formally adopted at the Regular Meeting of the Moore Township Board of Supervisors which will be held on February 6, 2018 at 7:00 PM, at the Moore Township Municipal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath, Pa. 18014.
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Edmund has lived since July, is dedicated to this collection. Pastor Edmund displays his collection every Christmas and holds open houses for members of the congregation. “This building belongs to the people,” he says. He wants to share it and his collection with the community. Pastor Edmund recently moved to Chapman from Smith Island, Maryland, where he was pastor at Smith Island United Methodist Charge for 17 years. The island, Pastor Edmund describes, is isolated from the mainland. Only boats can transport citizens and visitors back and forth. In the winter, ice surrounds the island and residents must wait for an icebreaker to come. With a population of just over 200 residents spread across three communities, it remains the only inhabited island in Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay. Pastors are appointed one year at a time and last April, Pastor Edmund was informed that he would be reappointed. He is now closer to his children, who live in York. However, Pastor Edmund’s close ties to the Chesapeake Bay Area can be seen in his nativity collection. Several nativity scenes are depicted in oyster shells. Other nativity sets include
a Jim Shore set, with the artist’s signature quilt pattern. Another is held within a tree from Africa. There are 6 gourds with scenes of the nativity painted on them, as well as four snow globes. A woven tapestry tells the story of the birth of Christ, as does a carved steel drum and a carefully sewn cross-stitch. One set uses a Native American tribe to tell the story, while another from the Maasai Tribe in Africa shows what Mary, Joseph, and the Wise Men would look like in traditional Maasai clothing. The figures also reflect the Maasai people’s tall height. “[They are] inspirational,” Pastor Edmund says of the different sets. “They make us think and offer different perspectives from different cultures.” One moving display is carved from olive wood and features a piece of stone from the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed the night before his crucifixion. It takes Pastor Edmund several days to unpack and display his collection. This year, he said, he had help. “I get a lot of enjoyment out of setting them up,” he says. Pastor Edmund says that he adds a new piece to his collection every year. However, this year, while visiting Bethlehem’s Christkindlmarkt for the first time, he added several, including a traditional wooden German Christmas pyramid that spins when small candles are lit at its bottom. “That was not good on my wal-
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