S. Seem in Bath to host Bethlehem Steel Night,
Red Cross issues tips to Stay safe in Pennsylvania’s
Submitted
by
CRISTINA MAISEL
This week, freezing temperatures and dangerous wind chills are impacting communities across Pennsylvania. The American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania urges neighbors to use caution and provides tips to stay safe during this extreme cold stretch.
Winter Safety
Stay warm indoors. If your home becomes too cold, go to a public library, shopping mall or warming center.
• Use care with space heaters and fireplaces to prevent fires. Keep anything that could catch
Allen Township Warns Residents Of fire Fundraising Scams; Schedules Seasonal dog Park closure
By KERI LINDENMUTH
Supervisor and Fire Chief Dale Hassler issued a warning to residents during the Allen Township Board of Supervisors meeting on Jan. 14. He said scammers are calling township residents posing as the Allen Township Fire Department. They even called him in an attempt to collect money.
Hassler told residents that the fire company does not solicit by phone. If a resident receives a fundraising call from anyone claiming to be from the fire company, they should ignore it. The only fundraising from the Allen Township Fire Department is via a yearly mailer sent directly to homes.
During the January meeting, supervisors approved the seasonal dog park closure. The Allen Township Dog Park will close on Monday, Feb. 16, and remain closed until spring to prevent mud and erosion during the wet winter season. During this time, public works can also fertilize the park’s turf.
Finally, supervisors issued payments for continued work on the Howertown Road municipal building renovations. This includes $44,325 to ASL Refrig-
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Northampton School Board Votes on Moore Elementary Renovations after
nearly 4 years of deliberation
By SAVANNAH BROWN
Since March 2021, the Northampton School Board has been deliberating on what to do with Moore Elementary School following a 2019 study performed by FutureThink, which provided an independent analysis of the school district detailing possible considerations for capital improvements based on demographics, enrollment figures and projections.
Based on this study, the majority of the board voted to close Moore Elementary, Franklin Elementary, the Washington technology building and the administration building in September 2022.
However, the board later voted in October 2024 to keep Moore Elementary open. Since then, they have been discussing potential renovation options for the dilapidated building.
During the Monday, Jan. 13 meeting, directors voted on moving forward with renovations based on several options compiled by Chris Haller from CHA Consulting Inc.
Options and estimated costs for the proposed Moore Elementary rebuild and renovations included the following:
• Option 1: Minimal scope$24,468,550
• Option 2: Minimal scope$20,684,800
• Option 3: Minimal scope with unit ventilators and built-up roof$15,469,090
• Option 4: Minimal scope with 4-pipe VAV system, EPDM roof, sewer plant, domestic water and playground equipment$21,701,950
• Option 5: Minimal scope with 4-pipe VAV system and built-up roof - $28,992,310
• Option 6: A complete building renovation at an estimated cost of $51 million
• Option 7: Demolition and rebuild of a new Moore Elementary School at an estimated cost of $70 million
During the discussion, Haller proposed beginning the project in the summer of 2026 rather than 2025 due to the tight schedule. Director Doug Vaughn made a motion to approve Option 6, but no one seconded the motion.
Following, Director Brian McCulloch made a made a motion to approve Option 4, and Director Joshua Harris seconded the motion.
Photo by Jason Michael, taken Jan. 19 at the Walnutport Canal
eration and $44,100 to Albarell Electric, Inc. Supervisors also approved a payment of $226,638 to Mohawk Contracting & Development, in addition to a change order request for $24,359.50 for a vestibule door.
An estimated $2 million is budgeted to complete this first phase of the renovation. The township
still has $4.5 million in reserve savings and $2.5 million in a capital reserve, earning interest of 4.5%.
Phase 2 of the renovation will cover the building's exterior work and is estimated to cost about $1 million. The township received a $1 million grant from the State of Pennsylvania to pay for this work.
The township plans to use its cash on hand before opening any lines of credit. So far, costs have come in well below original estimates.
The next Board of Supervisors
meeting will be Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 6 p.m.
fire at least 3 feet from the heat. Turn portable heaters off when you leave the room or go to sleep.
• Use battery-powered lights and flashlights instead of candles to prevent fires.
• Carbon monoxide kills. To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, don’t use an oven to heat your home. If you start to feel sick, dizzy or weak, get to fresh air right away.
• If you must go outside, wear layers of loose clothing, a coat, hat, mittens and water-resistant boots. Use a scarf to cover your face and mouth.
• Check on loved ones and neighbors to make sure they are staying warm, particularly if they are older or live alone.
• Be careful walking on snow or ice and avoid overexertion when shoveling snow. If possible, work with a partner and take frequent breaks.
• Stay off the roads when possible. If you become stranded, stay in the vehicle and wait for help.
Frostbite and Hypothermia
Stay warm to avoid frostbite and hypothermia. Your nose, ears, cheeks, chin, fingers and toes are often the first areas affected.
• Signs of frostbite include pain, numbness or a change in skin color.
• Signs of hypothermia, which can be deadly, often include shiv-
ering, confusion, drowsiness and slurred speech.
• Act fast and get out of the cold immediately if you see signs of hypothermia or frostbite.
• Get emergency medical care right away.
Learn more at redcross.org/ winter.
The GETTING OUT section of The Home News is open to events that are FREE for the community to attend and participate in. If you have an event and are not sure if it qualifies for this section, call us at 610-923-0382. We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify.
Bath Area Food Bank- Distributes food second Tuesday of each month, starting around 9:30 a.m. on lower level of St. John's Lutheran Church in Bath, 206 E. Main St. 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, email bathmuseum@gmail.com or message Bath Museum on Facebook.
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- 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.
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 Veterans- Weave mats for homeless vets every second and fourth Wednesday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prepping for weaving every first and third Wednesday noon to 3 p.m., Mountain View Wesleyan Church, 1001 Deemer Rd., Bath. Call 610-837-1190 FMI. Leave message.
Iglesia Pentecostal Church Food Bank- Open to the public every first and third Monday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2459 E. Scenic Dr., Bath.
Moore Twp. Assoc. for Families in Need- Meets second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church, 2715 Mountain View Dr., Bath.
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.
Lehigh Township supervisors conduct First meeting of the year
By LAURA KLOTZ
The Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors held their first meeting of 2025 on Tuesday, Jan. 14 following an executive session.
First, Brad Rock of Lehigh Engineering appeared with Zachary Bittner to discuss Bittner’s subdivision plan. They presented printed copies of the plans for the four-lot subdivision to the board members for review. The plan was approved, conditional to the approval of the township engineer.
Next, the owner of 4828 Lehigh Drive petitioned the board for a waiver from land development fees. The property includes a former service station no longer in use, and the owner wishes to convert it into a convenience store. No external changes are planned. Township Engineer Michael Muffley confirmed that he performed a full review of the plan and that no element involves land development. On his recommendation, the board granted the waiver, provided that the Zoning Board agrees.
In other news, Sandra Hopkins of the Recreation Board reported that they will hold their reorganization meeting later in January, and that the 2025 Christmas tree lighting has already been scheduled for the first Saturday in December.
Public Works Director Frank Zamadics said the weather has caused some delays in line painting on township roads, but he expects it to be finished in the spring. The move into the new maintenance building is largely complete, with the old building still being used to store some items. Plowing and salting are
going well. Zamadics has located a replacement chassis for a township pickup truck, but at a cost of $2,043 over their allotted budget. The board agreed to accommodate the expense, conditional to the money being found elsewhere in the Public Works budget.
Zoning Officer Elizabeth Amato received 25 permit applications in December, with 22 new permits being issued, and also eight complaints. The Zoning Board met on Dec. 12 and granted a special exception for the planned doggy day care in the township. They will not hold a meeting in January.
Next, Police Chief Scott Fogel submitted a written report to the board, which now includes a spreadsheet detailing call types and activity. Board member Janet Sheats expressed her appreciation for the new format, saying that she thinks now everyone should be able to see what the department does. Shop With a Cop in December went extremely well and the participating children had a great time. After shopping at Walmart, they enjoyed breakfast and wrapped their gifts at Blue Mountain Drive-In. The police department is looking into starting an anti-drug and antibullying program for fifth graders, called LEAD, most likely in April or May.
In other news, Fire Commissioner Richard Hildebrand provided extra copies of the company’s year-end report for anyone who wished to review it. He noted that the company was dispatched through Northampton County’s 911 system more than 600 times in 2024. Their average time at a
Northern R&S
scene was approximately 2 hours per event, though he added that this number was likely inflated by the Blue Mountain fire. Board President Michael Jones praised the report, requesting only the addition of vehicle identification numbers. The company will be attending an after-action report in Reading to discuss the mountain fire with state officials, and resident Paul Nikisher urged the public to support the company’s upcoming fundraisers.
Resident Monica Brown asked whether the fire company does any brush clearing on the mountain to prevent fires such as those which have raged in California in recent weeks. Hildebrand explained that the Pennsylvania Game Commission has tried for years to do this, but have not yet found a way to do so without endangering nearby structures. However, since the Blue Mountain fire, they are working with
the fire company and local homeowners to manage the area better.
Then, Township Manager Alice Rehrig informed the board that efforts to fix the recent temperature issue in the new maintenance building’s water tank are still ongoing. She is waiting on a final commitment with regard to updates to the zoning ordinance, but believes it will be ready by the next supervisors’ meeting. Board member Cynthia Miller added that the ad hoc committee has been suspended until the updates are complete.
The Recreation Board has drafted a list of needs for each of the township parks, and the supervisors will review this list before deciding how to move forward and whether they want to retain the services of a consultant to help them maximize grant opportunities for the parks.
The supervisors accepted a three-year contract from First Regional Authority, who transport the township’s yard waste and compost.
Additionally, Rehrig was granted permission to make
amendments to the ordinances concerning tax certifications. Her proposed changes will move wording from Chapter 43 to Chapter 151, so that all of the related information is together. Miller asked if the board might add language to the ordinance to require the filing of tax reports in a more timely fashion, with stated penalties for not doing so. Township Solicitor David Backenstoe was uncertain as to whether this was permissible, but he and Rehrig will review the matter and see what can be done.
In other news, Backenstoe reported that he has received a letter from the Jaindl corporation’s attorneys, requesting that the board notify Mr. Jaindl in writing whenever they discuss one of his properties in a public meeting or take any actions which would affect his properties. Backenstoe noted that anyone who owns property in Lehigh Township has the right to make such a request.
Larry A. Deibert
Larry A. Deibert, 75, of Main Street, Slatington, died peacefully early Saturday morning at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township. He was the husband of Mrs. Kathleen D. (Volk) Deibert since Aug. 8, 1975. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Richard H. and Mrs. Joyce J. (Christman) Deibert, of Walnutport.
Larry was employed in the custodial services dept of Deka Battery/E. Penn Manufacturing, Lyons, for many years until retiring. He was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Slatington. A 1967 graduate of Northampton High School, he later served in the Navy, Vietnam. Larry enjoyed owning and working on his 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Survivors: Wife, mother, brother, Michael and wife Cindy Deibert of Slatington, several nieces and nephews.
Services: 11 a.m. Friday, Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067. Call from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home. Interment with Military Honors in Indianland Cemetery, Almond Road, Lehigh Township. Online condolences: www. schislerfuneralhomes.com.
Contributions: Disabled American Veterans-VAROIC, P.O. Box 42938, Wissahickon and Manheim streets, Philadelphia, PA 19101-293.
Alan E. "AJ"
Mackarevitz, Jr.
Alan E. Mackarevitz, Jr., lovingly known as "AJ,” 41, of Bath, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025 at St. Luke's HospitalAnderson Campus, Easton. Born on Aug. 29, 1983, in Easton, Pa., he was the son of Annie W. Geiger, of Michigan. AJ was the devoted husband of Barbara S. (Johnson) Mackarevitz. Together, they celebrated their 11th wedding anniversary last August. He enjoyed working at Gracedale Nursing Home, in Nazareth, for 21 years, most recently as a night watchman and prior to that role, he worked as a certified nursing assistant. AJ was a selfless individual, always willing to lend a hand to help a family member, friend or stranger. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend to all who knew and loved him. His acts of kindness and generosity were an inspiration to everyone. Community was also important to AJ, as he was an active member of the Bath Volunteer Fire Department - Station 40, where he thoroughly enjoyed and dedicated his time with the Fire Police. In his free time, AJ enjoyed gaming with his friends.
Survivors: In addition to his loving wife, Barbara, and his mother, Annie, he will be dearly missed by his family including two daughters, Amber Melendez, Andrea Mackarevitz, both at home; adopted son, Eugene Monticello, at home; brother, Andrew Mackarevitz and his wife, Heather, of Michigan; two sisters, Amy Mackarevitz, Alena
Mackarevitz, both of Michigan; mother-in-law, Elaine Johnson; and several nieces, nephews and close friends.
Services: A Celebration of Life to honor AJ will be held by his family from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025 at the Bath Fire Social Hall, 135 S. Walnut St., Bath, PA 18014. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Bartholomew Funeral Home, Bath. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in AJ's memory may be made to the Bath Firefighters, 121 Center St., Suite B, Bath, PA 18014.
Northampton County Woman Charged with Cruelty to Animals
Submitted by NATHAN BRANOSKY
Last week the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Troop M–Belfast Station announced an arrest in an investigation involving the death of a horse and a dog.
On Saturday, Jan. 11, state troopers were dispatched to East Shore Drive in Upper Mount Bethel Township for the report of a horse that had been laying in a field near the roadway. Upon arrival, troopers observed the horse in severe distress and contact was made with the homeowner to have the horse provided care.
On Sunday, troopers returned to the residence and observed the horse continue to be in distress without any care provided.
On Sunday, Jan. 12, troopers executed a search warrant for the property along with a veterinarian and the decision was made to euthanize the horse. During the search warrant, a deceased dog was found in a freezer and a total of 22 dogs, one horse, two birds and a cat were seized from the property. The deceased horse and deceased dog were removed from the property and transported for necropsies.
Giello-Turner’s bail was set at $25,000.
Assisting in this investigation are the Northampton County District Attorney's office and the Pennsylvania SPCA.
The homeowner, 62-yearold Donna Giello-Turner, was arrested and faces nine charges, which include one felony count of aggravated assault, two counts of felony aggravated cruelty to animals, two misdemeanor counts of cruelty to animals, two misdemeanor counts of neglect of animals, one count of recklessly endangering another person, and resisting arrest.
Northampton County Senior Centers
For more information and additional senior centers in Northampton County, visit www.northamptoncounty.org.
Cherryville- Open Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 4131 Lehigh Dr., Cherryville. FMI call 610-767-2977.
Lower Nazareth- Open Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 306 Butztown Rd., Bethlehem. FMI call 610-297-3464.
Nazareth- Open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 15 S. Wood St., Nazareth. FMI call 610-759-8255.
Northampton- Open Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 902 Lincoln Ave., Northampton. FMI call 610-262-4977.
BATH AREA
S. Seem in Bath to host Bethlehem Steel Night
By CAROL BEAR-HECKMAN
I had never heard of a race car for Bethlehem Steel until I met George Mertz. George, or “Pat” as most people know him, worked as a computer programmer at the Bethlehem Steel plant in South Bethlehem. He said Bethlehem Steel, as an advertising ploy, built a race car that did a few laps around the Nazareth Speedway before the track closed.
The car was never entered into a race, and Pat has no idea what became of the car. However, he did give me a video of the Bethlehem Steel race car doing its laps around
the Nazareth track. He also has a vintage poster of the racecar and its team. Pat is also the designer and responsible for the production of the mid-century Bethlehem Steel toy trucks.
On Thursday, Jan. 30 from 6 to 8 p.m., S. Seem Antiques, located at 100 S. Chestnut St., Bath, will feature a Bethlehem Steel Night and show the Bethlehem Steel race car video. Pat will be there too, with his poster, answering questions and telling more Bethlehem Steel stories. This event includes free admission, free parking and free snacks.
School Board
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During discussion, President Kristin Soldridge paused the conversation to ask Superintendent Joseph Kovalchik what his professional opinion on the matter was, to which he responded that he, as well as many residents that stop him to discuss the subject, believe that the Moore Elementary School project should be a new build.
Kovalchik also added that he believes a realistic timeframe for the project should include a year of planning and two years of construction to be completed by the 2028-29 school year. This would allow construction to begin at Moore Elementary when East Allen Elementary School officially opens for the 2026-27 school year, so that the Moore Elementary children could attend East Allen Elementary for two years while Moore Elementary construction is underway.
“Taxes are going to go up to a certain degree. I’m not happy about that as a taxpayer, but I don’t think anybody’s really happy about that. The bottom line is that at the end of the day, I think this is what the majority of the people want, so it’s time to do it,” Kovalchik divulged.
Vaughn then shared that when he has talked to taxpayers about the issue, they have stated that they do not want to renovate Moore Elementary with a Band-Aid, to which he told them that “the only way to not have a Band-Aid is to raise taxes and it’s going to be a significant tax increase.”
“And the comment that struck me most of the time was, ‘we don’t care about the tax increase.’ They want to see a new school. They think that’s the right thing, regardless if their taxes have to go up. They understand and they recognize that, from what I’m being told,” said Vaughn.
Director John Becker also offered his opinion, stating: “I think Mr. Kovalchik and I have been
around a lot of years, and we've seen a lot of money wasted on renovations over the years and always, the best decision should have been to build a new school. I think if we do anything but make that decision tonight, we're going to make the same mistakes that have been made in the past.”
The motion to approve Option 4 failed 4-5 with directors Kim Bretzik, Harris, McCulloch and Soldridge voting in favor of Option 4.
Vaughn then made a motion to approve Option 7, with Becker seconding the motion.
Harris commented that he’d love to see a new school replace the old Moore Elementary School build-
ing and that he will “probably vote for it at this point,” but questioned directors in favor of the rebuild regarding where they plan to get the $70 million to fund the project in addition to all other financing costs.
Harris also opined that he finds the issue a result of the previous board’s failure to plan for maintenance and renovations.
Vaughn then responded by saying that he finds the issue more attributable to the board’s decision last spring to only increase taxes by 1%, which he believes was a mistake.
“We should have voted for a
JANUARY 6
EMS ambulance assist in the 300 block of Anthony Dr., the 300 block of E. 12th St., the 400 block of E. 11th St., and the 500 block of E. 4th St. Officers as-
sist EMS with the transports of males.
Dumping in the 2000 block of Main St. Report of the illegal dumping of a computer.
Civil matter in the 300 block of Main St. Report of a civil issue.
Check person/welfare in the 1700 block of Newport Ave. Request to check the welfare of a male.
Assist person in the 800 block of Main St., and the 300 block of E. 12th St. Officers assist females.
Suspicious act in the 1200 block of Main St. Report of a suspicious act.
JANUARY 7
EMS ambulance assist in the 1400 block of Newport Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.
Traffic stop, E. 7th St. and Lincoln Ave., and W. 9th St. Traffic stops were conducted.
Child custody in the 1000 block of Canal St. Report of a custody issue.
EAST ALLEN SOCCER CLUB
Northampton Area School District does not sponsor or sanction this program
Assist person in the 300 block of E. 12th St. Officers assist a female.
Check person/welfare in the 1200 block of Laubach Ave. Request to check the welfare of a male.
EMS ambulance assist in the 2300 block of Dewey Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.
JANUARY 8
Harassment in the 1300 block of Main St. Report of harassment.
Assist person in the 2300 block of Dewey Ave. Officers assist a male.
Traffic stop, E. 19th St. and Washington Ave., and Main St. and E. 17th St. Traffic stops were conducted.
Suspicious person in the unit block of W. 21st St. Report of a suspicious male.
EMS ambulance assist in the 2800 block of Cherryville Rd. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.
Unwanted person in the unit block of W. 21st St. Report of an unwanted male.
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NORTHAMPTON AREA
Lehigh Township Rails to Trails announces next Meeting, seeks new members
Submitted by NANCY THATCHER
Have you been on one of LTRT’s town walks? Do you like the work that has been done in Indian Trail Park? If so, please
consider showing your appreciation by becoming a member of Lehigh Township Rails to Trails, or by making a donation to the organization. You don’t have to live in the township in order to
be a member.
To request a membership form, please send a text with your name and email to Nancy at 484-3309627, and one will be sent to you. Donations can be mailed to LTRT, P.O. Box 238, Walnutport, PA 18088.
The group is presently planning some walks for the spring at Jacobsburg Park and at other locations. A plant sale may be held in the spring as well.
LTRT meetings are held a few times a year at area restaurants. The next meeting will be held Tuesday, Feb. 18 at 2 Brothers Pizza in Laurys Station. If you’d like to join, send Nancy or Dean (610-462-0617) a text by Saturday, Feb. 15 so you may be included in the reservation.
LTRT is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supplementing and supporting organizations that provide recreation for all age groups in and around Lehigh Township.
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Check person/welfare in the 2300 block of Dewey Ave. Request to check the welfare of a male.
Disturbance in the 1200 block of Main St. Report of a disturbance.
EMS ambulance assist in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave., and the 1200 block of Main St. Officers assist EMS with the transports of females.
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Unwanted person in the 1000 block of Main St. Report of an unwanted male.
EMS ambulance assist in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.
Traffic stop, Line Alley and Bridge St., and E. 19th St. and Laubach Ave. Traffic stops were conducted.
Civil matter in the 900 block of Washington Ave. Report of a civil issue.
Domestic in the 2100 block of Main St. between a male and a female.
Non-reportable accident, E. 9th St. and Dewey Ave. involving two vehicles.
Assist person in the 1600 block of Laubach Ave. Officers assist a female.
Suspicious act in the 100 block of E. 4th St. Report of a suspicious act.
Suspicious vehicle in the 100 block of Candlewycke Ln. Report of a suspicious vehicle.
School Board
Continued from page 5 higher tax increase then to help make sure we could cover the costs of the maintenance programs … but this board is focused on cutting taxes or reducing taxes or not raising taxes, instead of doing the right thing,” said Vaughn.
The motion to approve Option 7 also failed in a 4-5 vote, with Becker, Vaughn, Ross Makary and Vice-President Nathan Lichtenwalner voting in favor of Option 7.
Next, Soldridge made another motion to approve Option 6, due to the board being at an impasse.
“The board is very passionate about Moore Township Elementary School, as everybody has seen in the audience and has heard of. And I feel that if we can make a decision tonight on one of the options, if something comes up that we need to revamp it or something else comes up that there's an emergency, we have the flexibility of what we need to do in order to ad-
dress that,” said Soldridge.
When asked about the timeframe of the project, Haller explained that for a full renovation, it would take a year to design and bid the project, with bidding beginning in November or December and contracts being awarded in January or February to give contractors time to procure materials, which would allow them to begin in summer 2026.
Soldridge then amended her motion to state that Option 6 would include the Moore Elementary project completion date of summer 2028.
The motion to approve Option 6 passed in a 7-2 vote with Bretzik and Harris voting against the motion.
The next Northampton School Board meeting will be held on Monday, Feb. 10 at 6:30 p.m. in the high school auditorium, located at 1619 Laubach Ave.
An update on the Northampton Area School District 2025-26 preliminary budget will be published in next week’s issue of The Home News.
By ANDY WEAVER
The Nazareth boys basketball team lost at Liberty on Jan. 10, lost at Pocono Mountain East on Jan. 11, lost at Whitehall on Jan. 13, lost to Pocono Mountain West on Jan. 16, then beat Bethlehem Christian on Jan. 18. They competed at Freedom on Jan. 21 and up next will host Bethlehem Catholic on Jan. 24 for Community Night/Youth Night. On this night, players and coaches receive free admission, however parents who are not coaches must pay the admission fee. As a reminder, anyone attending team pictures upstairs of the school must exit and come around from the outside and enter through the gym entrance. On Jan. 28, the boys
will travel to Northampton.
The Nazareth girls basketball team lost at Liberty on Jan. 10, then beat Pocono Mountain East on Jan. 11, beat Whitehall on Jan. 13 and beat Pocono Mountain West on Jan. 16. The girls hosted Freedom on Jan. 21 for Community/Youth Night and up next will travel to Bethlehem Catholic on Jan. 24 and then host Northampton on Jan. 28.
The Nazareth wrestling team went to the Virginia Duals on Jan. 10 and 11 and beat Woodgrove, Denbigh, Va., St. Augustine Prep, N.J. and Grassfield, Va. to win the title. On Jan. 15 they went on to beat Freedom. They traveled to Pleasant Valley on Jan. 22, and up next will host East Stroudsburg South on Jan. 23 and travel to Southern Lehigh on Jan. 28.
The boys and girls swimming teams beat Stroudsburg on Jan.
9, then lost at Parkland on Jan. 14. They hosted Northampton on Jan. 21 and up next will host Central on Jan. 23 and travel to Liberty on Jan. 28.
As a reminder, basketball games and wrestling matches have an admission fee. Tickets can be ordered in advance online or can be purchased at the door at $6 for adults and $4 for students.
For up-to-the-minute Nazareth sports news, visit https://nazarethsports.wordpress.com/.
Harassment
On Jan. 7, CRPD officers were dispatched to the 600 block of Mulberry Drive in Nazareth for a report of a female on scene striking staff members. Officers arrived and made contact with
32-year-old Tess Alloy and staff members. An investigation was conducted and a non-traffic citation was filed against Alloy for harassment, for kicking and grabbing a female victim.
Theft, bad checks
On Jan. 10, PSP was alerted to an incident in Allen Township where an unknown subject deceived a 22-year-old victim into cashing a forged check for equipment needed as a new hire for employment.
Theft, wire fraud
The PSP is investigating an incident where an unknown actor committed an act of theft by deceiving a 65-year-old victim in Northampton into transferring money via a PayPal account for Bitcoin totaling $20,000.
Pennsylvania State Police
Troop M announces Camp Cadet registration
Submitted by NATHAN BRANOSKY
The Pennsylvania State Police Troop M will once again be hosting the annual Pennsylvania State Police Camp Cadet program at Camp Fowler, 5851 Horseshoe Road, Orefield (Lehigh County). Camp Cadet will take place from Sunday, June 8 through Friday, June 13. Camp Cadet is an overnight summer camp for boys and girls between the ages of 12 to 15.
The goal of Camp Cadet is to introduce cadets to the diverse criminal justice system and establish a positive relationship between law enforcement and youth, while living in an atmosphere similar to an actual State Police Academy. Presentations will include various municipal, state and federal law enforcement agencies. This camp stresses teamwork, honesty and integrity while developing discipline and self-esteem, which will promote good decision making at a young age. At the completion of the week, cadets will not only be proud of their accomplishments but also gain an understanding of what it takes to be a police officer.
For those who are interested in attending Troop M Camp Cadet, registration can be done by visiting https://www.troopmcampcadet.org/.
Registration is now open through February or until slots are filled.
College Corner
East Stroudsburg University announces Fall 2024 dean's list
Submitted by
ELIZABETH RICHARDSON
A total of 1,771 students have been named to the dean's list at East Stroudsburg University for the fall 2024 semester of the 202425 academic year, as announced by Margaret Ball D.M.A., the university's provost and vice president for academic affairs.
The following students in the area were named to the dean’s list.
From Northampton: Kiersten Bindics, special education; Jonah Davis, sport management; Jillian Fandl, early childhood education (PreK-4); Zachary Held, computer security; Emma Held, early childhood education (PreK-4); Jade Moseley, public health; Annabel Pyne, psychology; Andrew Ringer, biology; and Emma Whitman, exercise science.
From Nazareth: Aidan Butz, exercise science; Evan Davis, sport management; Brook Engler, early childhood education (PreK-4); Alyssa Felix, Special Education (PK12) early childhood; Sophia Genteel, psychology; Lily Godiska, criminal justice; Jackson Greco, digital media technologies; Gerald Grube, political science;
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Interested parties are welcome to attend the hearing and may have an opportunity to be heard.
Shawn Leidy Bath Borough Zoning/Code Enforcement Officer (1/16 & 1/23)
PUBLIC NOTICE
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Bernard G. Cherry, late of the Township of Lehigh, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased
WHEREAS, Letters of Administration in the above-named estate have been granted to Joanne Klutzaritz, Administratrix of the Estate of Bernard G. Cherry. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to
Joanne Klutzaritz
℅ Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire
124 Belvidere Street
Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064
Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire
Pierce & Steirer, LLC
124 Belvidere Street
Nazareth, PA 18064
Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (1/16-1/30)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Sterling E. Young, late of the Township of Upper Nazareth, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased
WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Ronald E. Young, Executor of the Estate of Sterling E. Young. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to
Ronald E. Young
℅ Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064
Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire
Pierce & Steirer, LLC
124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064
Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (1/16-1/30)
PUBLIC NOTICE
2024-002 & 2024-003
The Bath Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the Borough Municipal Building 121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014 to consider the following applications:
The appellant, Rinor Tominaj, is requesting a variance of Section 675-133.A of the Bath Borough Zoning Ordinance to install a wall sign.
The property is located at 225 W Northampton St, Bath, PA 18014, bears Tax Parcel # K6NW4B 1 12 and is in the High Density Residential (R-3) Zoning District.
The appellant, Jonathan Barkman, is requesting variances of Sections 675-52.E and 675-120.A(6) of the Bath Borough Zoning Ordinance to convert a previous convenience store to an office space and one additional apartment.
The property is located at 429 E Main St, Bath, PA 18014, bears Tax Parcel # K6NW3C 8 1 and is in the Commercial Neighborhood (C-N) Zoning District.
The public is hereby notified that the Board of Supervisors of Moore Township shall hold a public meeting on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 commencing at 6:00 p.m. at the Moore Township Municipal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath, PA for the purpose of enacting the following Ordinance which is summarized below. Copies of the complete text of the Ordinance are available at Moore Township Municipal Building and The Home News and may be examined during regular business hours.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MOORE, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA AMENDING CHAPTER 116 OF THE MOORE TOWNSHIP CODIFIED ORDINANCES BY AMENDING SUBSECTIONS 2, 3, 4.B AND 6 TO ESTABLISH THE PERMITTING OFFICER AND SUBGRADE APPROVAL.
All Ordinances and parts of Ordinances inconsistent with the act shall be repealed.
David M. Backenstoe, Esquire Solicitor, Moore Township 148 Main Street Hellertown, PA 18055 (1/23)
PUBLIC NOTICE
The public is hereby notified that the Board of Supervisors of Moore Township shall hold a public meeting on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 commencing at 6:00 p.m. at the Moore Township Municipal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath, PA for the purpose of enacting the following Ordinance which is summarized below. Copies of the complete text of the Ordinance are available at Moore Township Municipal Building and The Home News and may be examined during regular business hours.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MOORE, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA AMENDING SECTION 267-62 OF THE MOORE TOWNSHIP CODIFIED ORDINANCES BY AMENDING SUBSECTIONS A AND B TO CHANGE THE FEES FOR TAX CERTIFICATIONS AND DUPLICATE BILLS.
All Ordinances and parts of Ordinances inconsistent with the act shall be repealed.
David M. Backenstoe, Esquire
Solicitor, Moore Township 148 Main Street Hellertown, PA 18055 (1/23)
PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR BIDS
BATH BID REQUEST #202501 (Lawn Care Services)
Sealed bids (Bath Bid Request #2025-001) 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 7, 2025, for the supply of Lawn Care Service per the Contract Documents. All bids received will be opened and read aloud at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, March 7, 2025, in the Borough Council Meeting Room at 121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, Pennsylvania 18014. Borough Council will consider and may award the contract at Council’s public meeting on March 10, 2025, 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 #2025-001 and the Contract Documents 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 #2025-001.
A certified check or bid bond in the amount of $2,000 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 expressly reserves the right to reject or accept any or all bids and may re-advertise if the best interests of the Borough are to be hereby promoted. The Borough may waive technical defects if, in its judgment, the best interests of the Borough shall so require. No bid may be considered from any person, firm or corporation who has defaulted in the performance of any contract or agreement previously made with the Borough or conclusively shown to have failed to perform satisfactorily such contract or agreement with the Borough.
BY ORDER OF THE BOROUGH SECRETARY
Bradford T. Flynn Borough Manager (1/23 & 1/30)
PUBLIC NOTICE
NAZARETH BOROUGH MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY
Meetings held at Nazareth Council Chambers 159 W. Center St. Nazareth, PA 18064
Board Meeting Schedule
2025
January 16
February 20
March 20
April 17
May 15
June 19
July 17
August 21
September 18
October 16
November 20
December 18
January 15, 2026
Meetings are the third Thursday of every month and begin at 7 PM. (1/23)
ing. Also, Hunter Corrow, biology, of Bath.
Kutztown University Announces fall 2024 Dean's list Submitted by BRYAN SALVADORE
A total of 2,176 students have been named to the fall 2024 dean's list at Kutztown University. To be eligible for the dean's list, an undergraduate student must be registered for at least 12 credits and have a minimum grade point average of 3.60.
From Nazareth: Kay Adams, Olivia Grace, Kayla Lynn Bacak, Anna Jenny Estrada, Hailey R. Federico, Andreo Ferraina, Ant Cathy Tao Fritchman, Joseph Matthew Galle, Kaelyn A. Gerencher, Sydney Danielle Giovannucci, Christopher J. Herb, Brenna Carey Johnson, Skyler L. Jordan, Audrey Layne Logan, Gianna C. Marchese, Emma Lilyann Marth, Brian Thomas Mcnamara, Estella Espresion Mercado, Jade Shaelan Mills, Jackson Edward Mullen, Timothy S. Pasquel, Alay Darshan Patel, Noah F. Ressler, Joi Lucille Smith and Shelby Grace Werkheiser.
From Northampton: Jill Rose Borger, Logan Nathan Brader, Bailey M Brossman, Hannah Mae Crenko, Shantae Cuevas, Aurora Valencia Fantozzi, Emily P. Franko, Conner R. Grabfelder, Dezarae Marie Kirk, Rachael Victoria Moss, Vanessa Passanisi, Trey S. Rubino, Michael Robert Seidick, Maria Shehab, Sierra R. Strittmatter, Alexandra Hope Tomsic and Evan Robert Zwolenik.
From Danielsville: Rebekkah Galicki and Gianna Giselle Rodriguez.
From Bath: Andre Paz and Katelyn Stuhldreher.
Mason Haupt, physical education teacher education; Austin Hicks, psychology; Abigail James, physical education teacher education; Maxwell Kochenash, sport management; Brynlee LaStella, biology; Kevin Lechner, exercise science; Kevin McEvoy, psychology; Connor McGaughran, integrated art and design; Ava Palochik, psychology; Ryan Roth, history; Taylor Seymour, communication sciences & disorders; Daniel Smith, accounting; Bridget Snyder, history; Julia Steinmetz, early childhood education (PreK-4); Chiane Swider, communication sciences & disorders; Andrew Tims, computer science; Eric Van Horn, digital media technologies; and Emily Voigt, digital media technologies.
From Danielsville: Andrew Landino, history and Timothy Wenrich, market-
Lebanon Valley College announces Fall 2024 dean's list Honorees Submitted by ALISON WENGER
Lebanon Valley College congratulates more than 900 students named to the dean's list for the fall 2024 semester. Dean's list students must maintain a GPA of at least 3.4 out of 4.0.
From Nazareth: Lyla Arfanella, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in exercise science; Alex Baver, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in actuarial science and economics; Madison Black, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in early childhood education; Veronica Morris, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in communication sciences and disorders; and Madelyn Zettlemoyer, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in exercise science.
Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering (3)
Ed Musselman 607 (231-203)
Ty Pagotto 582 (202-20)
Gerald Bartholomew 581 (212)
Terry Bartholomew 573 (217)
Terry Pagotto 539
Maxx Amusements (1)
Earl Holland Jr 599 (209-204)
Earl Holland Sr 595 (223)
Rice Family (4)
Jake Rice 573 (210-212)
Chris Reeser 570 (203-210)
Woody Rice 536 (206)
Broken Tackle (0)
Ed Zupko 642 (233-203-206)
Butch Riddle 642 (257-204)
Paul Berkowitz 579 (223
Dormel Hartz 557 (212)
Paul Berkowitz 513 (205)
Bath Supply (3)
Brent Connolly 628 (221-215)
Frank Donchez 607 (201)
Frank Yeakel 553
Suzanne Jacobs 512
Vince Bauer
Fiberglass Repair (1)
Wyatt Davidson 696 (214-224-258)
Neal Zettlemoyer 571 (203-211)
Alvin H Butz (3)
Lee Hilbert 650 (238-234)
Bob Davidson III 647 (268-233)
Bob Davidson Jr 592 (221)
Ben Bogdan 575 (215-204)
Daku Auto Body (1)
Marc Beichey 602 (201-216)
Bob Faustner 602 (232)
Shawn Trone 574 (212-209)
Al Davidson 548
Mourning
Would Pub 6 14
Palmer Trophy & Awards 3 17 1st Half ChampionD&R
D&R PRECISION
MACHINE - 1
Brian Dilley 571(212)
Dave Roman 518(189)
Rick Dilley 552(187)
Josh Horninger 477(b)
Butch Post Jr 572(219)
WTF - 3
James Mandarino 450
Shawn Kulick 512(204)
Robert Kulick 452
Adam Wetzel 456(b)
Mike Klement 658(238,220)
Shafer Landscaping - 3
Don Shafer 491
Mark Flamisch 477
Jeff Lear 559(199)
Marty Csencsits 535(189)
Matt Paulus 716(235,268)
Color Rite - 1
Don Arndt 542(194)
Adam Schisler 401
Steve Glesias 558(225)
Paul Durnin 460
Noah Durnin 671(236,227)
Mourning
Would on Stump Pub - 2
Ed Musselman 607(209,204)
Earl Holland Jr 610(236)
David Betz 596(221)
Chris Benner 770(258,279)
Terry Heckman 631(258)
Moore Powersports - 2
Ed Taylor 647(226,228)
Tim Williams 546(191)
Scott Friebolin 650(234,220)
Brad Stuckey 518(179)
Milt Kelly 595(230,216)
Palmer Trophy - 0
Joey Mandarino 497
Kurt Berger 505(193)
Butch Holland Sr. 637(202,255)
Chris Hoops 488
Jim Bendekovitz 546(191)
G&L SIGN FACTORY - 4
Paul Duda 582(205)
Bill Fortner 582(224)
Mike Reese 625(201,246)
Nate Meixsell 545(201)
Jason Eberts 586(213)
Suburban Darts
Week 18
Submitted by DAVE CASEY
This week in the Dart League we see Ebenezer ‘sweeping’ Blessed Trinity by scores of 3-1, 8-0 and 3-0. Leading the way for Ebenezer were Joey Kish Kish 7 for 11, Zane Blevins 6 for 13 (HR), Carol Voortman 5 for 13, and Joe Blevins 5 for 14. Buzz Heidecker was 5 for 12, Eric Harper 4 for 10, Dave Koleman and Dan Halteman had ‘3 hits’ each for Blessed Trinity. After a 2-1 loss to Christ UCC, Farmersville came back to win 3-2 and 2-1 in 14 innings. Top hitters included Tom George 4 for 13 (HR) and Kyle Campbell also 4 for 13 (HR) for Farmersville while George Gasper was 6 for 12, A. J. Renn 4 for 13, and Garry Hunsicker 4 for 14 for Christ UCC.
In other action, Star of Bethlehem ‘sandwiched’ 5-3 and 7-4 wins around a 2-1 loss to Emmanuel. Ron Frankenfield was 6 for 11 for Star of Bethlehem with Bill Hoke Jr. was 5 for 10, Walt Hoffert 4 for 13, Bryan Frankenfield 4 for 14 and a HR from Tyler Frankenfield. For Emmanuel, Jon Rice was 7 for 12, Tracy Dormida 5 for 11 and Carlos Soto 4 for 12.
The match between St. Paul’s and Dryland was postponed and will be made up at a later date. Last week’s match between Blessed Trinity and Farmersville saw Farmersville ‘sandwiching’ 4-1 and 1-0 (on Jason Steigerwalt’s HR) around a 5-1 loss. Leading the Farmersville hitters were Sue Grim 4 for 12, Jason Steigerwalt and Tom George with ‘3 hits’ each and Mark Steigerwalt with a HR. Mike Daly was 4 for 8, with Ken Remaly, Dave Kole-
Ingredients
Slow-Cooker Mushroom Tortellini with Spinach
1 package (8 oz) white button mushrooms, thinly sliced
1 cup thinly sliced yellow onions
4 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups unsalted vegetable or chicken broth/stock
1 package (20 oz) refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened and cubed
3 cups baby spinach leaves, lightly packed
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (2 oz)
1/4 cup shredded fresh basil leaves
Directions
Spray slow cooker with cooking spray. Mix mushrooms, onions, melted butter, soy sauce and salt and pepper to taste in cooker. Pour in broth/stock.
Cover; cook on low heat setting 7 to 8 hours or until vegetables are very tender and browned. Stir in tortellini and cream cheese. Cover; cook on low heat setting for 15 minutes. Stir, then cook another 15 minutes longer or until tortellini are tender. Stir in spinach. Let stand 5 minutes. Top with Parmesan cheese and basil.
If you have a recipe you’d like to share with our readers, email it to cstroh@homenewspa.com or mail to P.O. Box A, Walnutport, PA 18088.
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Darts
Continued from page 10
man and Tony DeAngeles each with ‘3 hits’ apiece for Blessed Trinity.
Cold weather tips to keep pets safe
• Wipe paws after time outside
• Use pet-safe ice melt only
• Limit outdoor time in extreme cold
• Tap car hood before starting it to check for cats
• Increase indoor playtime
• Always provide pets with warm shelter
• Bundle up!
Community Veterinary Practice
College Corner
Continued from page 9
Also, Tyler Kauffman, from Northampton, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in exercise science.
York College of Pennsylvania students
Named to Fall 2024
Dean's list
Submitted by YORK COLLEGE
earn a semester GPA of 3.50 or higher.
From Nazareth: Adrienne Dressler, a sophomore nursing major; Rylee Hege, a sophomore environmental science major; and Reed Solderitch, a sophomore mechanical engineering major.
From Northampton: Evan Hughes, a sophomore cybersecuri-
ty management major and Dawson Lueders, a freshman sport management major.
Also, Ashley Olimpo, a senior nursing RN major from Danielsville, and Anthony Hudak, a senior mechanical engineering major from Bath.
Arthur R Hulshizer, MS, VMD • Kelli Carpenter, DVM 2550 Community Drive, Bath www.CommunityVeterinaryPractice.com • 610-837-5888 Mon 9–7 • Tues-Fri 9-5 • Sat 9-12 noon
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More than 1,400 York College students were recognized for their academic achievement by earning a place on the dean's list for the fall 2024 semester.
To be eligible for this honor, a student must be registered for at least 12 academic credit hours and
Winter Hat With DIY Pom Pom
https://onelittleproject.com/winter-hat-art-project/
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
White card stock
White oil pastels (or white crayons)
Watercolor paint
Colored yarn
Printed blank winter hat template (printed onto the cardstock paper)
INSTRUCTIONS
Start by drawing a creative pattern onto your hat with white oil pastels or white crayons.
Cover the entire hat with watercolor paint. Make sure you paint over the outline of the hat. You want the entire thing to be covered in paint after you cut out the hat shape.
Then cover the hat with a piece of paper towel. Feel free to blot it down (without shifting it) with the back of a paint brush. By adding the paper towel, you can absorb some of that extra watercolor paint so the paper doesn’t warp.
Leave the paper towel on top of the painting for about 1 minute without moving it. When you take it off it leaves you with an amazing woven texture in the paint!
Once the paint is dry, you can use scissors to cut out the hat shape.
Make sure you cut inside the black outline of the hat so you don’t have any black showing. (It’s surprisingly more difficult than it sounds!)
If you’re nervous about making your own pom poms from yarn, you can use store-bought, craft pom poms, or even cotton balls to finish off the hat. If they’re too small, add a bunch of them to fill in the pom pom circle on the hat. It’s super easy to make your own pom poms! Wrap the yarn
around your fingers about 60 times.
Cut the yarn when you’re done, leaving yourself a few inches at the end. Remove your middle two fingers, and tightly wind the end of the yarn around the middle of the bunch a few times. You don’t need to tie it yet, but winding it will help to keep it together when you take it off your fingers.
Carefully remove the yarn from your fingers. Place it over top of a 6-inch-long piece of yarn. Tie the yarn around the middle of the
bunch as tight as you can. Then tie it in a double knot to hold it in place.
Trim the extra-long pieces of yarn that are leftover.
Using a sharp pair of scissors, slide the scissors through the loops and cut them.
Fluff up your pom pom and give it a bit of a haircut to make it ball-shaped.
Add some white glue to the ball on top of the paper hat. Then carefully press the pom pom onto the glue. Allow it to dry.
Now that Mr. Jaindl has made the request, should the township fail to notify him about any new or altered laws which affect any of his properties, the law will be null and void with regard to the properties in question.
As a final note, during public
comment, it was announced that the township is beginning to look into the details for how to go about establishing preserved green or open spaces.
The next Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 28 in the municipal building, located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport.
