The Home News January 26

NOTEWORTHY NEIGHBORS

Lamar Shareef shares His experience as a Lead Maintenance Technician

Northampton Borough Council Accepting Applications For new Council Member

By KERI LINDENMUTH

Northampton Borough Council officially accepted the resignation of former council president Anthony Lopsonzski, Jr. during their meeting on January 19. Lopsonzski, Jr. announced his resignation on January 5 due to his move out of the borough.

Lopsonzski, Jr. served the community for over a decade as a council member, representing the Fourth Ward. He was praised by his fellow council members and Mayor Anthony Pristash.

“For the 11-plus years we have worked together, he was truly a consummate councilman and council president," said Mayor Pristash. "He was always doing the job of Northampton first.”

“It was a joy to work with him,” he added.

Anthony Lopsonzski, Sr., the former councilman’s father, thanked the mayor and members of council for their kind words. He said he gave his son the support he needed in life, but his son “did the work.”

Looking Back by

Looking Back

Ritz Theatre, 1938

In today’s column, we are going over the Coplay-Northampton Bridge to enjoy a movie at the Ritz.

It’s 1938. Do our readers remember the Ritz?

The old Cement News, which served the Cement Belt, featured the Ritz in its Aug. 26, 1938 edition.

Mr. P.A. Magazzu, of Hazleton, is the new owner. He acquired the theater from S.D. Walker who opened the movie house years ago. He changed the name from State Theatre to the Ritz. He owned theaters in Treverton, Benton and Glen Lyon.

“It is the intention of Mr. Magazzu to show good, wholesome screen showings simultaneously with larger cities at popular admission prices. Already an order has been placed for new seats to replace those in use at present, as soon as the order can be filled.

The acoustics will be improved and the auditorium will be redecorated as time and opportunity afford. A new marquee will soon adorn the Ritz front, and other entrance beautifications will be added.

“Visit the Ritz on opening night and give your patronage as often thereafter as possible. You find that the Ritz will reflect your interest and patronage in advancement and further improvement.

“The Cement News hopes that Coplay people and those of surrounding communities will find much pride and pleasure in the Ritz Theatre.”

1938 was a depression year. The nation faced many serious economic problems. There was massive unemployment. The silver screen gave our citizens a time to briefly forget some of the daily problems they faced. Shirley Temple, Errol Flynn, Olivia de Havilland and Cary Grant gave us a smile and time to relax.

The writer, my wife and neighbors enjoyed many entertaining films at the cozy Ritz in Coplay.

We will be back at the Ritz to speak to an usher. Join us in two weeks.

Pictures on Page 12.

By SAVANNAH BROWN

Bethlehem resident Lamar Shareef has worked in the maintenance field for 17 years, and he still goes to work invigorated every day to tackle the various projects that the day holds.

For the past 10 years, Lamar has worked as the Lead Main-

tenance Technician for The Residences at Willow Ridge, an apartment complex located in Allen Township where residents admire his infectious enthusiasm, professionalism, work ethic, and candor.

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

“Lamar is so helpful and always has a smile on his face,” said one Willow Ridge resident.

All council members voted to accept the resignation except Lopsonzski, Sr., who voted no. He said did not want to be a “Brutus,” adding that this sequence of events has been “very, very hard” for him.

Council has 30 days to fill the vacant seat left by Lopsonzski, Jr.

“The Ritz is equipped with a Western Electric sound system, which is an asset allowing the opening next week. This splendid sound-projection equipment enables the owner to beat time in opening this popular playhouse so soon after it is acquired.

“Tuesday night, the Ritz Theatre will open to the public showing ‘Love Finds Andy Hardy,’ with Mickey Rooney and Lewis Stone. On Wednesday and Thursday, the popular ‘Adventures of Robin Hood’ will be shown.

“We truly value Lamar! He is a hard-worker and can always be counted on to get the job done,” another Willow Ridge resident expressed.

“We do not want to drag our feet on this,” said borough solicitor Brian Panella. Applications are available at the borough office. Applicants must have been a resident of the Fourth Ward for at least one year.

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Lamar’s calling for being a Maintenance Technician is not

On February 2, council will hold a reorganization meeting to appoint a new council president and vice president and start reviewing applications.

“Mr. William Moody is resident manager. He has vast experience in the movie industry. The new manager will be present to greet all movie patrons. He desires to enter Coplay’s community spirit and do his share in promoting the development of the community.

“Others already engaged to assist in operating the Ritz are

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Hillside in Qaqortoq, Greenland. Taken August 2022 by Gregory Morgan.

Photo of the month- Travel/vacation

Frank Mills, projectionist, and Miss Bertha Beck, as cashier.

Noteworthy Neighbors

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one he dreamed about growing up, but rather came to him

PLAINFIELD TOWNSHIP

VOL. FIRE COMPANY

through “divine intervention,” as he calls it. After working for an ambulance company that unfortunately went under, he decided to enroll in Lincoln Tech for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, which helped him get into the maintenance field.

“I’ve always been good with my hands. I’m a visual person

Lamar Shareef

and can see how things are assembled just by looking at something, so I’ve always liked taking things apart and putting them back together,” Lamar explains.

At Willow Ridge, Lamar’s position as Lead Maintenance Technician entails ensuring all employees that work for him are properly trained and educated on company policies, quarterly inspections of all 216 apartments, the day-to-day operations of fixing any mechanical problem that happens on the property such as plumbing, HVAC, and electrical, preparing apartments for new tenants when a previous tenant moves out, compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration laws, ensuring

Two-Bedroom Apartments Are a perfect fit!

the books are up to date, ordering supplies, ensuring work orders get completed, keeping up with the general cleanliness of the property, general upkeep of the pool and other amenities, and notifying the property manager of everything that needs to be done on the property.

And of course, different seasons bring different problems. In the summer, he receives work orders for air conditioning problems, and in the winter, the work orders are often for heating problems.

“No two days are ever the same and every day brings new challenges,” Lamar shares.

However, Lamar’s position as Lead Maintenance Technician does not stop there. Lamar explains that his position also involves being able to deal with people and being very patient.

“I have to be mindful that I’m in people’s homes and be respectful of their things and the issues they are experiencing in their unit that I am responsible to fix,” Lamar adds.

Although most of Lamar’s challenges at work involve mechanical issues, sometimes Lamar is put in

situations where he must decide whether to report the things he sees. For instance, Lamar recalls being in a situation where he knew that there were children in an apartment in an unfit situation. In these situations, Lamar has to decide whether or not to inform on what is going on although he is very limited in what he can report due to liability issues. However, one thing he is required to inform on is safety issues.

“The most rewarding thing about my job is being able to help people and improve their quality of life,” Lamar shares.

When encountering problems and situations that are difficult to figure out, Lamar must troubleshoot the problem, come up with a plan, and then execute the plan in a timely manner, but he admits that he finds gratification in solving these types of problems because they allow him to think on his feet and problem solve at any given moment.

Lamar’s advice for people starting out in the maintenance field is to love what you do and have pride in what you do.

“It’s not going to be easy all the time. Don’t let others’ preconceived notions about you stop you. Embrace the problems because they’re going to come, and look at challenges as a way to grow,” Lamar advised.

This year will mark Lamar’s 15th year with Lincoln Properties, which he boasts is his proudest achievement yet, aside from being a devoted husband and proud father.

MARCIE: Art Studio

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

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

SHERRY: Botanical Room

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

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

The possibilities are endless!

A bonus room could be used as a home office or den, expanded closet space or to share with a loved one like a family member or best friend.

Envision a new lifestyle, call Megan at 610-674-0573 to schedule a tour.

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

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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.

Getting Out!

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

American Red Cross Blood Drive- Thursday, Feb. 9 from noon to 5 p.m. at Lehigh Twp. Municipal office, 1069 Municipal Rd., Walnutport. To register, call 610-767-6771.

Bath Area Food Bank- Distributes food second Tuesday of each month, starting around 9:30 a.m. on lower level of St. John's Lutheran Church in Bath, 206 E. Main St.

Bath Museum- Open third Saturday Jan-Nov. and first Saturday in Dec., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 121 S. Walnut St., Bath. Volunteers needed, call 484-284-0313.

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

Chili Cook-Off and Dessert Competition- Sunday, Feb 5 at 4 p.m. at Covenant UMC, 2715 Mountain View Dr., Bath. Judging from 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. Free to enter and taste. Call 610-837-7517.

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

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

East Allen Township Open Space and Farmland Preservation Committee- Meets third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. New committee members welcome.

Helping Homeless Vets- Weave mats for homeless vets every second and fourth Wed. of the month from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. Prepping for weaving every first and third Wed. of month 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.,

Mountain View Wesleyan Church 1001 Deemer Rd., Bath. Call 610-837-1190 FMI. Leave message.

Northampton Area Food Bank- Food distribution first three Thursdays from 5 to 7 p.m. and second and third Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m. 1601 Canal St.

Northampton Borough Crime Watch Meeting- Typically held second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Northampton Borough Fire Dept.

Paw Prints on the Canal- Sunday, June 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Canal Park, Northampton. Winter Blood Drive- Saturday, Feb. 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Vigilance Hose Co. No. 1, 48 S. Cedar St., Nazareth. Call 484-239-6025 to schedule an appointment.

R. Miller, Sr. James R. Miller, Sr., 80, of Moore Township, formerly of Bath, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at his home on Friday, Jan. 20, 2023. He was the husband of the late Frances G. (Sensenbach) Miller, with whom he shared 33 loving years of marriage prior to her passing in 1997. Born in Point Phillips, Jim was the son of the late Robert W. Miller and Dorothy W. (Shireman) Miller Gray. He was a graduate of Northampton High School, Class of 1960. For more than 30 years, Jim was employed at Verizon, formerly AT&T and Bell of Pa., where he worked as a lineman, splicer and installer, before retiring in 2001. He was a member of the Telephone Pioneers, Bath Jaycees, Point Phillips Rod & Gun Club where he formerly served as president, and Christ Church of Bath United Church of Christ where he served on consistory and choir. Jim was a Cub Scout Leader and also co-founded Penn-Tele Hunting Club with his best friend, Tom Dieter.

Survivors: Jim will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by his son, James R. Miller, Jr. and wife, Paulette, of New York City; daughters, Pamela Szivos and husband, Joseph Jr., of Moore Township, and Jennifer Leon and husband, Jose, of Maryville, Tennessee; grandchildren, Lauren Hahn and husband, Cain, of Moore Township, and Jakob Miller of Bethlehem; a great granddaughter, Grace; a sister, Rita Miller Haines and husband, Gerald Jr., of Hagerstown, Maryland; nieces and nephews.

Services: A funeral service was held on Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2023, at 11 a.m. in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, LLC, 2165 Community Drive, Route 946, in the Village of Moorestown –Bath, PA 18014. Friends and relatives were invited to call on Tuesday morning from 9 to 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment followed in Green Mount Cemetery, Bath.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to Christ Church of Bath United Church of Christ, 109 S. Chestnut Street, Bath, PA 18014.

Northampton School Board Hears 2023-2024 budget Presentation with possible Tax increases

By SAVANNAH BROWN

During the Monday, January 9 Northampton School Board meeting, Superintendent Joseph Kovalchik and Business Administrator Matthew Sawarynski displayed the 2023-2024 NASD budget presentation that outlined district revenue, expenditures, and possible tax increases.

The presentation showed the projected revenue for the 20222023 school year accounted for $79,746,076 of local funds including real estate taxes and earned income tax, $34,883,420 from state subsidies and funds, $5,196,601 from federal funds, and $650,000 of other funds for a combined revenue total of $120,476,097.

The 2023-2024 projected revenue with no tax increase to residents includes $83,925,846 from local funds, $37,462,733 from state funds, and $4,688,966 from federal funds for a combined revenue total of $126,077,545. This total also includes $500,000 of increased revenue from new

housing updates and $3.1 million from warehouse updates.

In total, the differences from the 2022-2023 budget and the 2023-2024 budget equate to an increase of $4,179,770 (5.24%) in local funds, an increase of $2,579,313 (7.39%) in funds from the state, a decrease of $507,635 (9.77%) from federal funds, and a decrease of $650,000 in other funds for a combined increase of $5,601,448 (4.65%) in projected revenue for the 20232024 school year.

Additionally, the 20222023 budget accounted for $72,245,274 in instructional expenditures, $35,528,277 in support service expenditures, $1,672,422 in non-instructional service expenditures, no facilities expenditures, and $11,030,124 of debt service/transfer expenditures for a combined total of $120,476,097 in expenditures for the 2022-2023 school year.

The 2023-2024 budget accounted for $73,976,323 in instructional expenditures, $37,523,107 in support service expenditures, $1,717,708 in non-instructional service expenditures, $3,100,000 in facilities expenditures, and $11,601,732 in debt service/transfer expenditures for a combined total of $127,918,870 in expenditures for the 2023-2024 school year.

The total expenditures include an increase of $1,731,049 (2.4%) in instructional services, an increase of $1,994,830 (5.61%) in support services, an increase of $455,286 (2.71%) in noninstructional services, an increase of $3,100,000 in facilities, and an increase of $7,442,773 (6.18%) in debt service/transfers.

The expenditure assumptions for the 2023-2024 budget include a Bethlehem Area Voca-

tional-Technical School increase of 10% and Lehigh Career & Technical Institute increase of 3.5% (total budget $3 million), a Northampton Community College increase of 3% (total budget $918,000), a Pennsylvania Public School Employees’ Retirement System and Social Security increase of $800,000, a cyber and charter schools increase of $300,000, a transportation increase of $200,000, the $3.1 million George Wolf HVAC project from ESSER funds, and a debt service increase of $600,000 for the 329 project or renovations to specific district buildings outlined in the Capital Plan.

Expenditure assumptions also account for three new special education positions due to an increase in projected students. Moreover, the district is accounting for an additional high school English teacher, an additional high school biology teacher, a middle school math teacher, a middle school secretary, a district technology position, and an assistant athletic director, which are not included in the preliminary budget, but will need to be considered at an additional cost to the district moving forward.

Some of the rising costs in the 2023-2024 budget include: cyber and charter school costs, which equate to a total of $5.3 million; special education costs, which equate to $22.8 million minus a state subsidy of $3.7 million; and transportation costs, which equate to $6.9 million minus a state subsidy of $2.7 million. The combined total of these rising costs tallies up to $35 million in costs with only $6.4 million received from state subsidies, which leaves a shortfall of $28.6 million in costs that the district must pay.

The 2023-2024 budget expenditures total $127,918,870 and revenues total $126,077,545, which leaves a deficit of $1,841,325. However, the revenues do not include any tax increase or use of the district fund balance. The estimated ending unassigned fund balance is $8 million, which is 6.3% of budgeted expenditures due to the Policy 620 requiring a general fund balance of 5% to 8% of budgeted expenditures.

The $1,841,325 deficit can be potentially pulled from the unassigned fund balance to offset costs if the school board does not choose to raise taxes.

The average annual NASD tax increase for the last four years has been 0.87% for an average annual taxpayer impact of $27, which is calculated by the average taxpayer assessment of $63,000 and accounts for 64% of NASD taxpayers.

If the board wants to consider a tax increase for the 2023-2024 budget to pay for the $1,841,325 projected deficit, the following tax increase examples were provided: a 2.75% tax increase would generate $1,841,325 with a 1.53 millage increase and no additional fund balance use for an average annual taxpayer increase of $96;

a 2.25% increase would generate $1,503,600 with a 1.25 millage increase, but would require $337,725 of additional funds at an average annual taxpayer increase of $79; a 2% increase would generate $1,332,000 with a millage increase of 1.11, but would require $509,325 of additional funds at an average annual taxpayer increase of $70; a 1.75% increase would generate $1,164,000 with a 0.97 millage increase, but would require $677,325 of additional funds at an average annual taxpayer increase of $61; or a 1.5% increase that would generate $1,008,000 with a 0.84 millage increase, but would require $833,325 of additional fund balance use at an average annual taxpayer increase of $53.

The board unanimously approved a resolution indicating that the Board of School Directors will not raise the rate of any tax for the 2023-2024 fiscal year by more than the Act 1 Index of 5.1%.

Superintendent Kovalchik expressed that he will provide updates on the 2023-2024 budget over the next several months with a projection for the approval of the proposed budget on May 8 or earlier and the approval of the final budget on June 12 or earlier.

Suburban Darts

Week 18

Despite losing 2 games to St. Paul’s 9-1 and 5-4, winning the ‘opener’ 3-2, Dryland remains in 1st place in the Dart League.

Leading hitters for St. Paul’s were Mark Heffelfinger 7 for 9, Rich Kern 6 for 14, Kevin Gross also 6 for 14, and Tom Unger with a HR. Butch Silfies and Dave Crouthamel went 4 for 11 each with a HR from Jim Goldman for Dryland.

Star of Bethlehem lost the ‘nightcap’ 5-4 after winning the 1st 2 games 9-3 and 6-5 in 16 innings to Emmanuel. For Star of Bethlehem Bryan Frankenfield was 9 for 16, Scott Hoffert 8 for 16 with HR’s from Tyler Frankenfield and Walt Hoffert. Judy Hoffert was 7 for 15(HR), Chuck Achenzie 7 for 17, Bob Bast 6 for 16, with HR’s from Jon Rice (2) and Troy Haydt for Emmanuel.

In other action, after a 3-0 loss to Farmersville, Christ UCC came back to win 6-1 and 3-1. Top hitters included Jason Matula, Kevin Biechy and George Gasper all hitting HR’s for Christ UCC, while Sue Grim was 5 for 11 and Wade Chilmonik 4 for 9 for Farmersville.

The final match finds the only ‘sweep’ of the night as Ebenezer beating Light of Christ by scores of 3-2, 3-1, and 5-1. Leading the way for Ebenezer were Jim Voortman 6 for 11, Carol Voortman 6 for 12, Joe Kish 4 for 12, Scott Blevins 3 for 7(2 HR’s) and Joey Blevins with a HR. For Light of Christ, the only hitters were Todd Jones 2 for 5 and ‘Buzz’ Heidecker 2 for 8. Game 2 was decided by Jim Voortman, scoring 2 runs without a hit. He hit a ‘Balk’ to score the 1st run then hit the Sacrifice Bunt to score the 2nd run.

Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center February community programs

Submitted by LAUREN FORSTER Snowshoes

and Hiking Poles Available

When: Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Rd., Nazareth

Borrow snowshoe equipment to use on Jacobsburg’s trails this winter. Snowshoes are available for folks of any age or shoe size, including small children. Snowshoes will not be made available during times of insufficient snow cover, at least six inches of snow is required. To borrow equipment, you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. You can check our website for current winter conditions and snow depth: https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/ StateParks/WinterReport/Pages/ default.aspx.

Winter Plant Walk

Wednesday, January 25 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Join volunteer Doug Burton on a walk through the woods and fields of Jacobsburg in search of winter plants that provide food for birds and other animals. Learn how to identify plants in winter and enjoy the winter landscape. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable hiking shoes. If we have deep snow we will walk in snowshoes. Registration is required.

Project FeederWatch Monitoring

Thursday, February 2 and Friday, February 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, February 23

and Friday, February 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

You must have already participated in Birds and Bagels - Citizen Science and Monitor Training to register for this volunteer opportunity. Volunteer as a citizen scientist to observe and record bird observations at Jacobsburg’s feeders. You can choose what times you would like to monitor between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., all day commitment is not required. Register to let us know what hours you are available to monitor.

Intro to Fly Fishing

Thursday, February 9 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Interested in learning to fly fish? Trout Unlimited, Forks of the Delaware Chapter will offer a program on how to best start out fly fishing. They will discuss what equipment is necessary and offer demonstrations. You can also practice your best rollcast using Jacobsburg’s loaner fly rod kits. This will take place indoors. Registration is required.

Valentine’s Day SpecialArchery for Couples

Saturday, February 11 from 10 a.m. to noon

Have you been hit by Cupid’s arrow? Join us for a two-hour

NORTHAMPTON AREA

Borough Council

Northampton Borough also has openings on the Zoning Hearing Board and Planning Commission. Applications are available at the borough office. Those with questions can call 610-262-2576.

In other news, council voted to submit a comment in favor of two zoning variances requested

by the developers of 1204 Main St. Developers have proposed turning the former VFW building into 15 efficiency apartments.

The borough’s Planning Commission has granted preliminary and final approval contingent on Zoning Hearing Board approval.

Developers will appear before the hearing board to request a variance on tree planting and parking.

The borough’s ordinance requires that apartment buildings provide shrubbery or tree planting. However, developers have

Declarations of Love

Surprise a loved one or someone special with a declaration of love in our Feb. 9 Valentine’s Day issue. Declare your love to your special someone with a sweet message, starting at $9 for your first 25 words.

Call us today at 610-923-0382 or email cstroh@homenewspa.com to get started. Deadline is Monday, Feb. 6.

said the property does not provide enough space. The borough’s ordinance also requires two parking spaces per unit. However, the parking lot adjacent to the building can only fit 21 spaces. This parking lot is owned by Norfolk Southern and leased to the building's owners. Current engineering studies suggest efficiency apartments only require 1.1 parking spots per unit, but the borough has not updated the zoning ordinance to account for this.

Lopsonzski, Sr. asked whether the developers can decrease the number of units they plan to construct to meet parking requirements. Borough Manager LeRoy Brobst said this is something the Zoning Hearing Board may request.

All council members voted in favor of recommending approval of these variances, except Lopsonzski, Sr.

In other news, Mayor Pristash and Brobst, along with several council members, met with newly elected State Senator Nick Miller. Senator Miller has replaced former Senator Lisa Boscolla.

“We are looking forward to his presence here in town,” said Mayor Pristash. “Senator Boscolla has served us well for many years. She has been a wonderful asset to Northampton Borough and our residents here.”

Brobst said Senator Miller was “easy to talk to and easy to listen to.”

Senator Miller outlined his initiatives for the borough and the resources available.

Other announcements during

the meeting included the news that the borough has received a $34,000 Grow Grant for a new police car. They also received an anonymous $400 donation for the future pool memorial, which will honor former employees who have passed away. Grants have

also been received for utilities at Canal Park. Mayor Pristash said the borough is looking ahead to the park’s garden construction and monarch waystation.

“The park’s beauty grows each

Andy’s Corner

By ANDY WEAVER

The Nazareth Boys Basketball team lost to Northampton on January 17. They had Community Night at home versus Pocono Mountain East on January 20 and beat the Cardinals. They hosted Liberty on January 24 and will travel to Freedom on January 27. They’ll host Pocono Mountain West on January 28 which will be on www.d11sports.com live at 1 p.m.

The Nazareth Wrestling team went to Dieruff on January 18 and won, then beat Emmaus on

January 19. They competed at Allen on January 25 at 7 p.m.

The Junior High team had a tournament at Bellefonte this weekend where Chase Kerfoot got second place, Derek Fulmer got second place, Elijah Simak got first place, Dom Tunison got third place, Ronan McColgan got sixth place and the team finished in fourth place.

The Nazareth Girls Basketball team were at home versus Northampton on January 17 and won, then beat Pocono Mountain East on January 20. The girls traveled to Liberty on January 24 and next will play Freedom at home on January 27. The girls will play atbPocono Mountain West on January 28 at 1 p.m.

The Nazareth Swimming team beat Parkland on January 17, then beat Central Catholic on January 19. They hosted Northampton on January 24 and then were at home on January 26 versus Southern Lehigh and Moravian Academy.

The Nazareth Competition Cheerleaders went to Garnet Valley on January 21 and finished in second place and are now getting ready for Nationals in February. Lastly, congratulations to Jim Pokrivsak from Nazareth who is retiring as Athletic Director from Easton High School after 20 years.

For up-to-the-minute sports news, visit https://nazarethsports. webador.com/.

Library

Submitted by JILL SILVIUS

There is lots to do next month at the Memorial Library of Nazareth and Vicinity.

Feeling competitive? Come play some of your favorite board games at the library. Play some from the library’s collection or bring your own from home. The Board Game Club is organized by a group of homeschool parents and is open to everyone. It meets on the first Friday of the month at 10 a.m. and third Friday at 1 p.m. Board games are also set up every Thursday evening at 6 p.m. for anyone to play.

Our adult puzzle station is

back. Help us assemble the current puzzle in the reference area.

Throughout February, children are invited to participate in a "Crack the Code" scavenger hunt for the pink and red hearts in the Children's Room to solve a code and win a small prize. They can also come to the Children's Room and write a note to their favorite book characters, drop them in the special post office box, and look for a reply on our interactive bulletin board.

Participate in a houseplant swap. Bring a houseplant and/or take a houseplant.

Join the first event of our new Cookery and Conversation Club on Tuesday, February 7 at 6:30 p.m. The theme is Valentines. Check out a cookbook from the library. Make and bring a Valentine-related item from it to share: something red or pink, a food you love, etc. Offer your review of the cookbook. Registration is required and open now.

There will also be a Valentine Making Studio on February 7 at 4:30 p.m. Come make valentines with Miss Berry, open to children in kindergarten and older. Registration is required. Teens can also make valentines using supplies in the YA fiction room, through February 10.

On Valentine's Day, patrons of all ages can take a free book from the designated carts. Also, children in kindergarten and older are invited to celebrate with a special afterschool tea party storytime at 4:30 p.m. hosted by Miss Berry. Instead of tea, they will enjoy hot cocoa with cookies, stories, songs, and games. Registration is required.

On Wednesday, February 15 at 4 p.m., join Anneliese for a special presentation on how to safely and easily preserve and display old family documents, photographs, and albums. Learn about the history of the photographic process, and how to find archival standard resources for a fair price. Get resources on identifying photographic eras based on historical fashions and learn how to safely clean and flatten damaged documents. Attendees will learn how to organize, store, and maintain family heirlooms for decades to come, and get a sneak peak of the work that goes into maintaining the library's archival and genealogical resources. Registration is required, but space is not limited. Time for questions will be offered at the end.

The Classifieds

Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064

Scott R. Steirer, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064

Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 306977 (1/19-2/2)

ESTATE NOTICE

HELP WANTED

ARE YOU HIRING?

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PUBLIC NOTICE-LEGAL

ESTATE NOTICE

PAINTER, GOHNATHAN ALLEN, dec’d. Late of Bethlehem, Northampton County, PA

Administratrix: Wendy Marie Heckman c/o Kristin M. Harvey, Esq., 2740 Nazareth Rd., Easton, PA 18045

Attorney: Kristin M. Harvey, Esquire, KNAFO LAW OFFICES, LLC, 2740 Nazareth Rd., Easton, PA 18045.

(1/12-1/26)

MOORE TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE

CONTINUED HEARING/ MEETING

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UPCOMING EVENTS

FIFTH ANNUAL SOUP TASTING & SALE

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GENERATOR & SNOWBLOWER

Generac 7.5 kW generator with auto transfer switch. Brand new, never used. $2,000 firm. Simplicity 22-inch 5 HP snowblower, $400. Call 610-7676733. (1/26)

HALF OFF- PHOTO OF THE MONTH CALENDARS

The Home News is accepting orders for the 2023 Photo of the Month calendars, featuring winners and entries from local photographers from our popular Photo of the Month contest. Calendars are now HALF OFF! $8.00 to ship directly to you, or $6.00 for pick-up in Walnutport. Payment and orders may be mailed to 255E S. Best Ave., Walnutport, PA 18088 or email orders to AskUs@HomeNewsPA.com. Please specify how many calendars you’d like, shipping vs. pick-up, and include contact information. Orders will not be placed until payment is received.

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NEVER MISS AN ISSUE

Weekly delivery to your mailbox. $25 for 52 issues of The Home News. Call 610-923-0382 or email andrea@sdicirc.com . (TN)

Saturday, Feb. 4 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Chapman Quarries UMC, 1433 Main St., Bath. (Snow date Feb. 11.) $5 admission fee. 15 different soups at $5/pint. Homemade baked goods for sale. Call 484-6234545 to pre-order soup by Jan. 28.

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RAKESTRAW, JOHN F., dec’d. Late of Nazareth, Northampton County, PA Administratrix: Phyllis T. Rakestraw c/o Stephen W. Zakos, Esquire, 4201 Tilghman Street, Allentown, PA 18104

Attorney: Stephen W. Zakos, Esquire, KNAFO LAW OFFICES, LLC, 4201 Tilghman Street, Allentown, PA 18104 (1/19-2/2)

ESTATE NOTICE

Estate of John M. Kovalovsky, late of the Borough of Bath, County of Northampton and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

The meeting of the Moore Township Zoning Hearing Board will be held on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 6:00 PM. The meeting will be held at the Klecknersville Rangers Vol. Fire Co, 2718 Mountain View Dr. Bath, PA 18014. Members of the public are welcome to participate. The specific agenda for the meeting is as follows:

22-ZHB-759

Continued from previous meeting: The original request is as follows: The applicant(s), Water’s Edge at Wind Gap, LLC, applicant of property proposal known as Industrial Development for Warehouse Use, located at 235 Moorestown Dr. Bath, Moore Twp., PA, 18014, hereby appeals the Determination of the Zoning Officer and challenges the substantive validity of Sections 200-22G14(1)(c),(n),(u),and (w),20030K (5), and 200-35B(12)of the Township Zoning Ordinance and Sections 4.06.9, 4.07.8.a, 4.07.9.a, 4.07.16, 4.07.22, 4.11.10.C, 4.11.11, and 4.12.4C of the Township Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance pursuant to sections 909.1 and 916.1 of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, and hereby requests variances from Section 200-22.G-14(1)(n) and 200-35.C. of the Township Zoning Ordinance.

The continued revised request for relief hereby appeals the Determination of the Zoning Officer and challenges the substantive validity of section 200-22G-14(1)n/200-57/20060, 200-22G-14(1)w, 200-35B, 200-35B (11), 200-35C, and Saldo section 4.11.11. Also applicant is requesting variance relief from sections 20035B(12), 200-22G-14 (1)n and Saldo sections 4.12.4c, 4.06.9, 4.07.8.a, 4.07.9a, 4.07.16 and 4.07.22. The property, County PIN#’s J6-10-2 and J6-10-2A, contains approximately 51.12 acres and is zoned, Industrial (I).

Jason L. Harhart

Zoning Officer Moore Township (1/19 & 1/26)

ESTATE NOTICE

Estate of Larry U. Stoudt, late of the Borough of Nazareth, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased

WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Alfred S. Pierce, Executor of the Estate of Larry U. Stoudt. 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

All interested parties are invited to attend. The applicant must attend.

Juliann Edelman Zoning Officer (1/26 & 2/2)

LEHIGH TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE

The Lehigh Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene on Thursday, February 9, 2023, at 6 p.m. to hear the following appeal. The hearing will be held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA 18088.

WILLIAM J. JONES III

Dave Roman 542(192)

Rick Dilley 537(211) Walt Getz Jr 593(247) Butch Post 543(231)

TAYLOR HONEY - 3

Letters Testamentary on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons indebted to the estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims against to present them in writing without delay to the Attorney noted below.

Anthony G. Kovalovsky 416 E. Main Street Bath, PA 18014 Executor

Daniel Michael Kovalovsky 111 Turnberry Ct. Bath, PA 18014 Executor

Daniel G. Spengler, Esquire Spengler Brown Law Offices 110 East Main Street Bath, PA 18014 Attorney for the Estate (1/26-2/9)

NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH ZONING HEARING BOARD

PUBLIC MEETING

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

The Northampton Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold its public meeting on Thursday, February 9, 2023, in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, at 7:00 P.M. to review the following appeals:

1. First Northampton LLC and Abra Development 6, 1101 West Cedar Street, Allentown, Pennsylvania, for the property located at 1204 Main Street, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Parcel No. M4NW2D-4-19 and is located in a C-2 Commercial Zoning District. First Northampton LLC would like to redevelop this property into 15 efficiency apartments. First Northampton LLC and Abra Development 6 are seeking a variance to:

Pages 250:41 and 250:43, Article V – Supplementary Regulations, Section 250-19 –Off-street parking and loading, A. – Off-street parking and C. –General regulations applying to required off-street parking facilities (9) – Shade trees.

2. John Aiello and Frank Grigoli - A & G II LLC., 851 Main Street, Northampton, Pennsylvania, for the property located at 854 Washington Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Parcel No. M4NW3B-4-1 and is located in an R-3 Residential District. Messrs. Aiello and Grigoli would like to erect two (2) four-foot by eight-foot billboard signs on the west side of the free-standing garage. They are seeking a variance to:

Page 250:39, Article V –Supplementary Regulations, Section 250-18 – Accessory structures and uses (Signs) M –General regulations (13) .

The applicant/owner of 1170 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA, 18088 has filed an appeal from a Notice of Violation and Cease and Desist order issued on November 16, 2022 pursuant to Sections 180-119(D)(E), Section 180-20, Section 180104, and Sections 180-108 through 180-114. In addition, the applicant is requesting relief based on the existence of prior non-conforming use and variance by estoppel. The parcel I.D. No. is H3-16-3C-0516 and is located in the Agriculture/Rural Residential Zoning District.

ROMKE BOSGA

The applicant/equitable owner of 495 Washington Drive, Walnutport, PA, 18088 has filed an application for zoning relief from front, side, and rear yard setback requirements, and maximum lot coverage to construct a new single-family dwelling on a vacant lot. The applicant is seeking relief from the following, requesting variances from Section 180-16. E – Design Standards. The parcel I.D. No. is K2-2-2A-0516 and is located in the Agriculture/Rural Residential Zoning District.

Meetings are open to the public and all interested parties are welcome to attend and will have an opportunity to be heard.

Liz Amato, Lehigh Township Zoning Officer (1/26 & 2/2)

ESTATE NOTICE

HERBERT, LUCILLE M., dec’d. Late of Easton, Northampton County, PA Executrix: Gloria Herbert Buck, ℅ Barbara Rush Renkert, 2120 Northampton Street, Easton PA 18042

Attorney: Barbara Rush Renkert, Esquire, 2120 Northampton Street, Easton, PA 18042 (1/26-2/9)

PUBLIC NOTICE 2023-001

The Bath Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 16, 2023, at 6:00 PM at the Borough Municipal Building 121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014 to consider the following application:

The appellant, Bruno Scipioni Sr, is requesting a variance of Section 675-51.D(1) of the Bath Borough Zoning Ordinance to expand a legal nonconforming use more than 10% of its floor and/or use area.

The property is located at 349 E Main St, Bath, PA 18014, bears Tax Parcel # K6NW3D–9-7 , and is in the Commercial Neighborhood (CN) Zoning District.

Any interested party is welcomed to attend the meeting and may have an opportunity to be heard.

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Ed Taylor 543(198) John Hotter 316 Scott Friebolin 568(197) Mark Janda 580(213) Milt Kelly 542(202)

G&L SIGN FACTORY - 1

Paul Duda 540(196)

Don Schoeffling 332 Brian Silvius 490 Bill Fortner 502(199) Jason Eberts 542(237)

LIBERTY RECYCLING - 0

George Hyde 606(244) Randy Fritz 369 Bill Bachman 491 Earl Holland Jr 597(199) Butch Holland Sr582(202)

PALMER TROPHY - 4

Ed Gallagher730(237,258) Joe Mandarino 447 Kurt Berger 593(239) James Joniec 340 Jimmy Bendekovitz 684(267,235)

Borough Council

Continued from page 7

and every year,” he said. Councilman Trevor Stone highlighted a program in the borough called “The Table,” held every first and third Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. at New Journey Community Church at 1769 Newport Ave. This volunteer program provides free meals to the Northampton community, including sit-down and to-go meals.

The next borough council meeting will be Thursday, February 2 at 7 p.m.

Obituary Notice

To submit an obituary to The Home News, please email AskUs@HomeNewsPA.com or call 610-923-0382 for more information.

Shawn Leidy Bath Borough Zoning/Code

Jacobsburg

intro-to-archery program where you will learn to accurately shoot a bow and spend quality time with your partner. Warm fire will be provided to keep the relationship from getting cold. Please dress for the weather and plan on spending the entire time outdoors. Registration for a minimum of two is required.

Valentine’s Day SpecialArchery for Singles Saturday, February 11 from 1 to 3 p.m.

Don’t have a date for Valentine’s Day? That’s okay. Meet other singles at this two-hour introto-archery program where you will learn the steps to shooting a bow accurately. You may choose to commiserate about your relationship status with others by the fire provided or use your new archery skills to become your own Cupid. Either way, it will be a fun time. Please dress for the weather and plan on spending the entire time outdoors. Registration is required.

Family Science Night –Wings and Things Friday, February 17 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Wings are found on many different types of animals. We will look at why certain animals are able to live in the sky while others remain on the ground. Families will then craft their own flighty friends to compete in various aeronautical challenges. Registration is required.

Exploring Jacobsburg’s Foundations – A Walk in the Remnants Saturday, February 25

from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Historically, the Bushkill Creek was dammed and diverted for many industrious activities. On this exploratory walk, we will piece together the clues of the past to imagine the village which would eventually become our namesake. Registration is required.

Volunteer Event: Cavity Nesting Boxes - Install and Upkeep Saturday, February 25 from 1 to 3:30 p.m.

Join us in preparing our nesting boxes for the upcoming season. We will be installing wood duck boxes and numbering the current nesting boxes on the homestead trail. Waders and equipment will be provided. Registration is required.

You can view and register for community programs online at https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/ search/events?order=date&search =jacobsburg. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. Interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs with at least five days notice.

College Corner

Tyrus Bahrman, a Technical Leadership BAS major, of Bath Drew Bennett, a Bus Admin*Finance BSBA major, of Nazareth

Brandon Brown, a Technical Leadership BAS major, of Naza-

reth

Caitlin Bussenger, a Medical Imaging BS major, of Nazareth Madelin Bussenger, a Criminal Justice BA major, of Nazareth

Jacob Cole, a Bus Admin*Management BSBA major, of Nazareth

Megan Dougherty, a Spec Ed(PK-12)/EChild(PK-4) major, of Nazareth

Autumn Hawk, a Prof Sales and Marketing BSBA major, of Nazareth

Hannah Kassim, a Spec Ed(PK-12)/EChild(PK-4) major, of Nazareth

Ashley Knause, a Bus Admin*Marketing BSBA major, of Nazareth

Taylor Kranzley, a Criminal Justice BA major, of Northampton

Kelly Leszcynski, a PTE*Early Childhood (PK-4) major, of Nazareth

Caroline Marzano, a Spec Ed(PK-12)/EChild(PK-4) major, of Northampton

Brandon Miller, a Bus Admin*Management BSBA major, of Nazareth

Duane Milnes, a Chemistry BS major, of Northampton

Autumn Orlando, a Environ - Geog - Geol Sci BS major, of Bath

Dominick Parker, a Environ - Geog - Geol Sci BS major, of Northampton

Brady Rimple, a Bus Admin*Management BSBA major, of Cherryville

Rachael Schaffer, a Theatre Arts BA major, of Nazareth

Paige Sommers, a Early Childhood (PK-4) BSEd major, of Northampton

Christina Steber, a Prof Sales and Marketing BSBA major, of Nazareth

Abigail Stoudt, a Mass Communication BA major, of Northampton

Emma Tomaro, a Psychology BA major, of Bath

Kayleigh Vo, a Spec Ed(PK-12)/EChild(PK-4) major, of Nazareth

Sophia Zelasko, a PTE*Early Childhood (PK-4) major, of Nazareth.

DeSales University

Alanna Hartzell of Bath, majoring in Marketing

Julia Maruscak of Bath, majoring in Medical Studies

Melanie Hockman of Bath, majoring in Homeland Security and Criminal Justice

Trent Talipan of Danielsville, majoring in Sport and Exercise Physiology

Justus Altmiller of Danielsville, majoring in History Emmalee Maikits of Daniels-

ville, majoring in Nursing

Ruby Brown of Nazareth, majoring in Business Administration

Makenna Mohn of Nazareth, majoring in Biology

Taylor DeStefano of Nazareth, majoring in Criminal Justice

Joseph Check of Northampton, majoring in Biology

Evan Lapp of Northampton, majoring in Sport and Exercise Physiology

Caroline Bischof of Northampton, majoring in English

Laurie Phillips of Northampton, majoring in Healthcare Administration

Arianna Troxell of Northampton, majoring in Biology

Sarah Frailey of Northampton, majoring in Early Childhood Education

Amanda Reese of Northampton, majoring in Healthcare Administration.

Moravian University

Anthony Abi-Daher of Bath

Ryenn Amato of Nazareth Morgan Amy of Nazareth Tyler Antonis of Bath

Kaitlyn Austin of Nazareth Nathan Bendekovits of Bath

Shayla Borger of Nazareth Kyle Brandon of Bath

Michael Burke of Nazareth Madalyn Buskirk of Nazareth Alex Cabanela of Bath

Ryan Davis of Nazareth Ethan Deater of Danielsville

Anthony Disipio of Danielsville Jared Everett of Northampton Brandon Fedio of Bath

Madison Fraley of Northampton

Pauline Francisco of Northampton Jordan Geroulo of Northampton

Devon Goerlich of Nazareth Cale Gogel of Danielsville Yulia Gorak of Nazareth Madison Griffin of Nazareth Alyssa Hawksworth of Bath

Jonathan Hixson-Cooper of Northampton

Madelyn Hoch of Nazareth Andrew Hozza of Northampton Michael Irving of Northampton

Sophia Kapsis of Nazareth Tyler Komosinski of Nazareth

Shayna Kropa of Nazareth

Abigail LeDonne of Nazareth Kiana Mamrak of Nazareth Mishal Naqvi of Nazareth Alexis Nemeth of Allentown Graeme Olson of Nazareth Wyatt Poniktera of Bath

Amber Poniktera of Bath

Nathan Pynchon of Nazareth William Reinert of Nazareth Carlton Reyes of Nazareth John Riley of Nazareth Alex Roginsky of Bath

Alayna Rosynek of Nazareth Germania Santamella of Naza-

reth

Haylee Saylor of Nazareth

Jocelyn Schienholz of Nazareth

Amal Shokr of Northampton

Lila Shokr of Northampton

Jordan Soffera of Nazareth

Madalyn Stoltz of Northampton

Aaron Sudigala of Bath

Owen Thierry of Nazareth Brian Utzat of Nazareth

Michael Weiss of Nazareth.

Alvernia University

Arianna Basile of Bath, Psychology major minoring in Addictions and Mental Health

Abigail Faulkner of Bath, Education: PRE K-4 major Michael Corsetti of Nazareth, Health Care Science major

Allie Evangelista of Nazareth, Nursing major.

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Bath: Eliza Marie Rogerson, B.A. in Psychology

Bethlehem: Ciara Diaz, B.A. in Criminology

Dakira Keyes, B.A. in International Studies

Easton: Adeline Heard, B.S. in Hotel, Restaurant, Tourism, and Event Management

Daisy Heard, B.S. in Nursing

Victoria Mwangi, B.S. in Nursing

Sophia Rose Nigro, B.S. in Communications Media/Media Studies

Caroline Ann Walsh, B.S. in Nutrition/Dietetics

Hellertown: Evan John Honsel, B.S.Ed. in Music Education

Micaela Marie Jebitsch, B.S. in Mathematics/Actuarial Science and Statistics

Nazareth: Kennady M. Lorrah-Pfeifer, B.A. in Criminology

Northampton: Ethan Lee Sanchez, B.S. in Chemistry

Reia Sanchez, B.A. in Sociology/Human Services.

Slippery Rock University

Makenzie Hale of Northampton, Andrew Huymaier of Northampton and Bella Yusko of Danielsville.

President’s List Fall 2022

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU)

Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and above for the reporting term are named to the President's List. Fulltime status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16-week term or paired 8-week terms grouped in fall, winter/spring, and summer: William Rapp of Bath, Jennifer Hixson Cooper of Northampton and John Ceccato of Northampton.

Fall 2022 Dean’s List Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg

You love your library, but how much do you know about it? Adults and teens are invited to participate in a "Love Your Library" trivia contest on Thursday, February 16 at 6:30 p.m.

Registration is encouraged.

Children in third through sixth grade are invited to attend the first meeting of the Junior Friends of the Library on Tuesday, February 21 at 4:30 p.m.

This group will meet once a month and will work on planning and running special events for young children at the library.

“Starlight Storytime" will be on February 28 at 6 p.m. End

your day with a calming storytime for preschool-aged children and their families.

Join a book group: Check our website or the library vestibule for information about our daytime (fourth Thursday at 11 a.m.) and evening (second Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.) community-led book discussions, the audiobook lovers’ group meetings (second Thursday at 1 p.m.), and Brainy Bibliophiles picks and dates for 2023.

Teens can participate in an “Iditaread” challenge in February. Teens are also invited to join the Teen Advisory Board.

Join any drop-in children’s events:

Mondays at 10:30 a.m. - Storytime with Miss Berry at the

MLNV Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. - Shake and Boogie with Miss Catherine at the MLNV Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.Storytime with Mrs. Kelly at the MLNV Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. - Storytime with Miss Berry at 306 Butztown Rd.

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. - Baby storytime with Miss Catherine at the MLNV Fridays at 10:30 a.m. - Shake and Boogie with Miss Catherine at 1114 Bushkill Center Rd.

Stay up-to-date: Continue to check our website (www.nazarethlibrary.com), sign up for our monthly newsletter, and follow us on social media.

ST. THOMAS MORE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

ACADEMICS

St.

Closure of Bethlehem Walk-in COVID Testing site

Submitted by BECKY BARTLETT

Lamont McClure, the Northampton County DCED, Emergency Management Services and Lehigh Valley HospitalCoordinated Health Allentown

Hospital (LVH-CHA) announce that the walk-in COVID-19 testing site located at 2300 Highland Ave., Bethlehem is now closed.

Walk-in COVID-19 tests for County residents and employees are still available at:

Palmer Township Express Care 3701 Corriere Rd., Suite 14 Easton, PA 18045

Open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

A physician’s order is not required for a COVID-19 test. Only residents of Northampton County will have the cost covered by the County if they do not have health coverage. All testing will be through Health Network Lab Medicine unless insurance

requires an alternate laboratory. Participants should bring a photo ID and their insurance card, if they have one, with them to the testing site.

“COVID-19 is still causing illness in our communities,” says Lamont McClure. “I want to thank our partners at LVH-CHA for their continued dedication in making these testing services available to Northampton County residents and employees.”

The walk-in testing center is a collaboration between the Northampton County Department of Community and Economic Development, Emergency Management Services and LVH-CHA.

COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are available by appointment for those six-monthsand-older at the LVH-Hecktown Oaks Hospital Campus, 3780 Hecktown Rd., Easton between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month.

To schedule an appointment call the hotline 833-584-6283. The hotline is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Pennsylvania State Police Troop M Announces Camp Cadet Registration

Submitted by TROOPER 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 Rd., Orefield (Lehigh County). Camp will take place from Sunday, June 11 through Friday June 16. Camp Cadet is an overnight summer camp for boys and girls between the ages of 12 to 15 years old. 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 going on-line and registering at www. troopmcampcadet.org. Registration is open February 1-28, and limited to the number of applicants.

For more information on the Pennsylvania State Police, visit www.psp.pa.gov.

The inaugural ad for the Ritz Theatre’s opening in 1938. Photo from Cement News.

State Theatre Becomes the Ritz. Photo from Cement News.