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Cement worker of the Month- David A. Sonon Lehigh Cement Company, Evansville By ED PANY Mr. David Sonon was reared in Windsor Township, Berks County. As a youth, he worked on the neighbor’s farm helping to milk and harvest crops. He attended Hamburg High School and was hired by Boscov’s to work in their warehouse for three dollars an hour. He recalled, “After later work-
ing in construction, I was hired by Ogden-Allied as a laborer to work for them at Allentown Cement in Evansville, now Lehigh Heidelberg. I was given a full time job at the cement company in 1990.” Mr. Sonon has worked as a lab sampler, miller, material handler, truck driver and shift repairman. He said, “I attended Berks Tech-
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nical School for two nights each week for four years to become a certified journeymen electrician.” Today, Dave is an industrial electrician working and maintaining the plant’s electrical components, including 3500 HP motors. The hardworking eight-member electrical gang is supervised by David Young, and they’re all fine men. He said, “I have great camaraderie with my coworkers, each day on the job is different; there is always a challenge to be solved, and there is satisfaction when the job is completed.” On a number of occasions, Dave and fellow employees remained at the plant for over 30 hours during winter blizzards; the entrance was closed for days. Safety is a priority at the plant. Each morning supervisor Young updates the men on all safety issues. The objective is to operate the plant in a safe and efficient manner. Mr. Sonon has a strong work ethic following his father Lester, who was employed at the old Fogelsville Lehigh Plant. He and his brother Benjamin work on restoring old farm equipment; a prize piece being a 1917 Geiser Peerless steam engine, in their spare time. They are active at the Kutztown Folk Festival with the old plow bags, the Virginville Grange and numerous tractor and gun clubs. Mr. Sonon is proud of his daughter Jaclyn and he resides in Centerport. David embodies the work values, which have always been an integral part of our local cement heritage. It was a pleasure to interview Mr. Sonon and we wish him good health and success in the future. We all hope for a safe and prosperous 2018 for all the employees at the landmark plant.
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The Moore Township His- Moore Township Democrat’s Monthly Meeting- 6:30 torical Commission met on p.m. every second Thursday of the month. Pizzaville, 572 NazaNovember 29, 2017. The reth Drive, Bath. meeting was the last for the Moore Township Historical Commission- Monthly 2017 year and it was spent re- meeting at 7 p.m., last Wednesday of the month at Moore Twp. viewing the past year’s activi- Municipal Building, public is welcome. ties. These activities included Governor Wolf Historical Society Monthly Meetingthe printing of a 2017 calen- 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month except August on the dar of significant township GWHS campus, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath. Public welcome. sites and a book, “Edelman For information, govwolf.org. One Room Schoolhouse.” A Governor Wolf Historical Society Museum, 6600 few copies are still available at Jacksonville Road, Bath: Open to the public 1-3 p.m. the third Saturday of the month, with tours of the society’s campus the township building. Chairman Charmaine Bar- offered. For information, govwolf.org. tholomew informed the group Bath Museum-Open every third Saturday of the month from that Thomas Jones, historic 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Located in Bath Borough building at Penn conservationist, has finished and Washington Streets. the registration form to list United States Submarine Veterans Lehigh Valley 18088 PA t, or tp nu al W e, School on the Base Monthly Meeting- Held every third Sunday at 2 p.m. iv Dr ew 8 08Edelman 4850 Mountain ViView Drive, Walnutport, PA 18the National Register of Historic at St. Stephen’s Church, 510 Union Street, Allentown. er 4850 Mountain Places. Equal Opportunity Employ Shredding Event- Saturday, April 14 from 10 a.m. to noon at oyer commission would the Northampton Community Center. Sponsored by State Rep. Equal Opportunity EmplThe Zach Mako, co-hosted by Borough of Northampton. pm 0 like to thank two town:0 -5 00 2: Tues., January 16, 2018 ship residents, Steve Hilberg rt, PA 18088 tpo lnu Wa ve, Dri w and Lisa Moyer for attendVie n tai 4850 Moun yer plo ing the November meeting. Em y Equal Opportunit December 28, 2017 – The commission heard about January 7, 2018 their memories of the township and they were also kind Mauch Chunk Opera House enough to donate items. 14 W Broadway, Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania The Moore Township His18229 torical Commission thanks all “CLIU is a service agency committed to .” www.cliu.org who have shown their support 610-769-4111 x1649 610-417-2189 through the year and wish all a “CLIU is a service agency committed to .” www.cliu.org www.singforamerica.com Happy New Year. “CLIU is a service agency committed to .” www.cliu.org ng in the RED
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Nazareth planners Recommend conditional Approval for apartment units By JUSTIN SWEITZER The Nazareth Planning Commission recommended conditional approval for a plan that would bring three townhousestyle apartment units to the borough at their Dec. 19 meeting. Borough planners recommended both conditional approval and a waiver from a Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO) requirement for the land development plan of Dominic Villani Jr., whose plan calls for three single family townhouse-style units on South Green Street, near the intersection of South Green Street and West Walnut Street, according to Borough Engineer Albert Kortze. Per the borough’s SALDO, all land development plans are required to show manmade features within 200 feet of the sub-
three bedrooms, two-and-a-half ject property. Villani came before bathrooms and two-car garages. the planning commission seeking Villani said he will also go bea waiver for that requirement, fore the borough zoning hearing which would not require him to board in January 2018 in an atdetail all of the manmade features tempt to receive a zoning variwithin 200 feet of his property. ance. Kortze said that Villani’s plan “The building due south of this showed “enough information” to property was built right on the warrant granting the waiver from property line. So that setback in SALDO. borough’s the that zoning district is only five “I felt it really isn’t necessary to feet. That creates a hardship for show things 200 feet away,” Kor- that gentleman who is the present tze said. “You know, you’re going owner and for me, but possibly almost up to Main Street to show water getting into his property,” features that really don’t have any Villani said. bearing on the property.” “Also, any time you build a The motion to grant Villani structure less than 10 feet away the waiver unanimously passed, from another structure, I’d have as did the motion to grant Villani to implement fire aid material, conditional final approval on his and I just felt it would be more land development plan. of a tunnel-like effect, so the reaVillani’s proposed units will be approximately 1600-square-feet on page 2 each, with every unit featuring Continued
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vania. She was recognized for her Submitted by years of service to the organizaDONNA BACHMAN and the contributions she Recently, the School-to-Career tion made to cooperative educaCoordinator at BAVTS was an- has The bridge signifies coopnounced as the 2017-2018 Penn- tion. education and represents sylvania Cooperative Education erative assistance of transition from Coordinator of the Year at the the classroom to employment. Pennsylvania Cooperative Edu- the is a former Lehigh Towncation Association Conference Connie resident and currently rehosted at The Nittany Lion Inn, ship in Northampton. sides Pennsylto College, State located in that would require landlords purchase a license for each unit that they own, as well as language to landlords require that would get relicensed every year. “Why would you have to do that?” Marinkovits asked borough council. “I really think some of this has to be looked over and fine-tuned.” Officers from the CRPD and In other business, council votformer Marine Corps pose with childrenmembers of the United ed to co-host a shredding event States that were chosen sponsored by state Rep. Zach(Originally published in 2005) to shop. by HOME ary Mako, after the success of The Colonial office on Main Street in Bath. Regional Police NEWS STAFF the borough’s October shredding tional Home News readers Mr. Departme He vaccinated Mrs. Grace Bon- program Shop with event, which was also co-hosted George Maureka, Carl Rehrig, nate a Cop, where nt participated in the Mt. children shopping attended the by Mako and the borough. The Phyllis Diehl Lamson and Arthur ser when she and was at Grace’s for the holidays. police take local, less naThe CRPD raised fortushredding event will take place Diehl all remember Dr. Franklin Vernon School $400 for each ping on Saturday on page 2 to Wal-Mart of the ten children they J. Hahn. They recall his visits and Continued ticipation. . This is the took shopContinued on page 2
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The event featured familyfriendly Christmas activities for all ages; children had the opportunity to meet Santa Claus, decorate cupcakes and cookies, and participate in the town’s elf trail to find elves at local business and win prizes, while adults had an abundance of local business vendors to choose from to satisfy their gift shopping needs as well as food trucks and spiced wine to warm them up. Free trolley rides were available through Koch 33 Auto so attendees could get a scenic view of snow-covered Nazareth. A stop by the Nazareth Center Square re(Originally published in 2005) winter-themed Halbfoerster, remember Dr. vealed incredible Mrs. Grace Bonser’s sew- Bill guiding Northampton professional ice carvings designed ing box full of “Looking Back” Eichler by elementary students as well. clippings continue to give us a schools.writer has said in word If the cold was too much, This had their glimpse of the past. In recent print Dr. Eichler was the downtown businesseswarm food years our media has contained a and we ever had doors open to offer superintendent best concerning stories For fans of craft multitude of Northampton. He enjoyed the and beverages. get a sample school superintendents. Some in tenure of any of our su- beer, visitors could upcoming craft dedicated, some only interested longest perintendents. I recall when we from Nazareth’s Brewing in themselves. three in one year over in the brewery, Birthrightoffered free In 1967, Northampton lost a had Company, which good one, Dr. George A. Eichler. Continued on page 3 samples of their pilsner and India Many of our readers, including
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Weidenhammer Creative. "For our 10th anniversary, we have gone above and beyond with more teams than ever, a special edible experiment presented by Da Vinci Science Center staff, and commemorative color-changing spoons for our members," Tyler Groft, Education Manager at the Da Vinci Science Center, said. "The whole team is incredibly excited for this extraordinary day of fun, science, and ice cream." Ice Cream Wars 10, presented by Whole Foods, takes place from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 6 at the Da Vinci Science Center. Winners will be announced at 3:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at davincisciencecenter.org/icecreamwars or at the science center on the day of the event. Da Vinci Science Center members can RSVP in advance at the same link and will be eligible to receive a commemorative Ice Cream Wars 10 spoon. Da Vinci Science Center: Open for ExSCIting Possibilities The Da Vinci Science Center is a national award-winning science center that has brought science to life and lives to science since 1992. Da Vinci Science Center experiences make science fun and approachable, helping to con-
nect people of all ages and backgrounds with the wonders of science. An independent nonprofit organization with IRS 501(c)(3) status, the Da Vinci Science Center engages more than 140,000 participants annually with its exhibits, programs, events, and partnerships. Additional information and opportunities to support the Da Vinci Science Center are available on the web at davincisciencecenter.org.
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Submitted by DAVID FAGERSTROM After many years of discussion, the Slate Belt YMCA in Pen Argyl is proud to announce the latest steps in its expansion plans with the receipt of funding for construction of a natatorium and gymnasium at its 315 Pennsylvania Avenue facility. “This is an exciting moment for our community,” said Greater Valley YMCA President/CEO
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David Fagerstrom. “We’re looking forward to the fitness opportunities this will provide for our members, as well as the relationships we look to build with the Bangor and Pen Argyl Area school districts, whose swim teams may train and compete in the pool.” The funding, which amounts to $250,000 annually for 20 years, became available through passage by the state Legislature of House Bill 271, which expands gambling in Pennsylvania. The legislation, also known as Act 42 of 2017, supports fee payments casinos make to local communities through the Pennsylvania Race Horse Development and Gaming Act’s Local Share Account. “The funding is generated solely by the Mount Airy Casino in Mount Pocono, so no taxpayer dollars are directly used in supporting these grants,” said state Rep. Marcia Hahn (R-Bushkill Township), in whose district the YMCA sits. “I sat in on discussions about the swimming pool and gymnasium 15 years ago as a member of then-state Rep. Craig
Dally’s staff. I also remember him telling me how his father John Dally talked about this plan in the late 1970s when he was mayor of Pen Argyl. “It took a while and a great deal of persistence, but I’m glad to see this project come to fruition as the premier community resource in the entire Slate Belt.” About the Greater Valley YMCA The Greater Valley YMCA is a six facility YMCA association serving the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania, including the counties of Northampton and Lehigh, plus Warren in New Jersey. The Y’s mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. About the Y The Y is one of the nation’s leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 21 million men, women and children – regardless of age, income or back-
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submitted by RUTH HALL KENT The Lehigh Township Historical Society wishes everyone a very Happy New Year. We are busy planning events for 2018 and want to remind everyone that we welcome new members to support our cause of preserving the history of our township and surrounding area. Any items you find that are old and related to a particular era of the past, we would like you to keep us in mind so we can add such things to our museum collection. We will be open on Tuesday mornings from 9 a.m. to noon, weather permitting, for anyone wishing to visit the Historical Centre next to Indian Trail Park in Pennsville along Route 248 east of Cherryville. If you have items to drop off, please call our office first to see if we are there at 610-440-0151. We still have copies available of the Beck family's book: “Travel Along With Becky's Camera.” Give us a call if you are interested in obtaining a copy. Our regular open house season will not begin until May but you may arrange a small group visit to the Historical Centre at any time. Please call 610-440-0151 to set up a time and date. You can also message us through our website at www. lehightownshiphistoricalsociety.org or follow us on Facebook. We hope to see you soon.
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BETHLEHEM The official Christmas holiday enforcement period for Pennsylvania State Police-Troop M heightened traffic enforcement began on Saturday, Dec. 23 and ended on Monday, Dec. 25. This holiday season, the Pennsylvania State Police is taking part in several safety initiatives. One is called NHTSA “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.” This is a drunk driving national enforcement campaign, which started December 13 and ended December 31. Troopers apprehended motorists under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Enforcement was also concentrated on moving violations such as speeding and reckless driving, as well as seat Continued on page 7
2017 Pennsylvania State 4-H Horse Show submitted by DORA BOYD SIMONS The 57th annual Pennsylvania State 4-H Horse Show was held October 27-29 at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. More than 700 youth from all the counties participated in 75 performance classes throughout the weekend. There were over 1200 entries shown by youth that qualified for the show. The state show is the final competition of the year for 4-H horse members enrolled in performance horse projects. To be eligible for the show, members must advance through qualifying competitions at county and district levels. Events include showmanship, horsemanship, equitation, pleasure, over fences, driving, western riding, reining, trail and timed events. A therapeutic riding division for riders with special needs is also included. There is also a miniature horse division. Results and photos from the show are available on the Pennsylvania 4-H Horse Program website. All class champions in the show were awarded champion ribbons, pewter plates, and embroidered jackets. Reserve champions in each class received a ribbon and a grooming tote donated by Perri’s Leather of Lincoln University, Pennsylvania. All exhibitors in the therapeutic riding division received medallions donated by Hoy’s Trophies and Awards of Export, Pennsylvania. Several sponsors donated items for the silent auction with proceeds to benefit the 4-H horse program. Show management and participants appreciate the continued support and generous donations from Perri’s Leather and contributions from all show sponsors. It is an exceptional accomplishment for any 4-H horse club member to qualify for the Pennsylvania State 4-H Horse Show. The State Horse Show is a prestigious opportunity for today’s youth to showcase their talents and to culminate the 4-H horse show season. To be eligible for the show, members (and their equine counterparts) must advance through qualifying com-
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burg, riding Anderin’s Julia, placed sixth in Beginner English Pleasure. Also exhibiting in the 2017 PA State 4-H Horse Show from Northampton County were: Alexa Rousenberger, of Walnutport, showing Zips Hot Rox in Open Trail Class Horses, Western Horsemanship, Western Pleasure Horses, and Pleasure Horse Driving; Payge Haydt, of Walnutport, showing Maverick in Breed Type Hunter Under Saddle Horses; Laura Hurlock, of Northampton, showing MA Genuine Bandit in Open Trail Class Horses, Western Horsemanship and Western Pleasure Horses; Ashley Kober, of Bangor, showing Penny Cowboy in Classic Hunter Under Saddle Horses, in English Grooming & Showmanship, Sr. Div.; and Carolyn Kilareski, of Bethlehem, showing Dapples in the Sky in Therapeutic Obstacle Trail Class. The 18th Annual State 4-H Model Horse Show was held on Saturday. The Model Horse Show provides a means for youth to learn and perfect the hobby of collecting and showing model horses, while also learning about horse breeds, history, tack, equipment and related horse information. The model show is an op-
petitions at county and district levels. Fifty plus 4-H members competed in the Northampton County Round-up on August 13, 2017. The Round up was a very competitive event, with only 1 to 3 exhibitors in each class qualifying to move on to the District Horse Show. A total of thirtyfive Northampton County 4-H members qualified to compete at the District Show, which was held at the Montgomery County 4-H Center on August 26 and 27, 2017. Fifteen of these talented individuals qualified to represent Northampton County at the 2017 Pennsylvania State 4-H Horse Show. State Horse Show exhibitors from Northampton County represent an elite group of horse club members who are considered the top 4-H equestrians in Pennsylvania. Proudly representing Northampton County 4-H were: Jenna Keip, of Saylorsburg, riding Tuxedo, won
the Championship in Hunter Under Saddle, Ponies and placed eight in Hunter Seat Equitation, ages 15-18. Brooke Crossley, of Pennsville, riding Lucky Stars, was Reserve Champion in Hunter Seat Equitation Over Fences, ages 14-18, Reserve Champion in Hunter Under Saddle Ponies, and she placed fourth in Working Hunter Ponies. Megan Brenner, of Macungie, riding Benjamin, placed third in Classic Hunter Under Saddle. Gretchen Stein, of Bath, exhibiting Don’t Luke So Blue, placed sixth in Horse Pleasure Driving and seventh in Breed Type Hunter Under Saddle Horses, ages 14-18. Allsion DiNapoli of Walnutport, riding Red Wine & Whisky, placed fifth in Open Trail Class Horses, and exhibited in Western Pleasure Horses, ages 8-12 and Working Western Horse/Pony. Claire Smith, of Bath, exhibiting Pixie’s Perfect Tyming, placed fourth in Miniature Horse In Hand Trail, ages 14-18, also exhibiting in Miniature Horse Driving, ages 14-18 and Miniature Horse Jumping; she also rode Radiant Rendezvous in Working Hunter Ponies. Julia DiNapoli, of Walnutport, riding Penny In Your Pocket, placed ninth in English Grooming and Showmanship, Jr. Division, ages 8-13. Emma Kilareski, of Bethlehem, riding Dapples in The Sky, placed third in Hunter Seat Equitation, ages 12-14; placed fourth in Hunter Hack, Ponies; placed fifth in Low Working Hunter; and also exhibited in Hunter Under Saddle, Ponies. Eileen Gallagher, of Bath, riding NL Brass N Sassy, placed fourth in Therapeutic Walk-Trot Equitation, Minimum Assistance; and placed ninth in Therapeutic Obstacle Trail Course. Lily D’Alessandro, of Saylors-
portunity for youth that may not be able to own and show live horses to participate in the show and learn more about the horse industry. Northampton County 4-H was represented by two members from Backtrackers 4-H Horse & Pony Club at the 2017 Model Horse Show. Sheridan Taylor, of Pen Argyl, and Alayna Rozynek, of Wind Gap, placed in many of the 4-H Model Horse Show classes and brought home Championships and Reserves in various classes. There are over 6,500 4-H horse projects involving youth throughout Pennsylvania. Programs are designed to develop life skills in youth and knowledge of horse production, use, and management. For additional information on 4-H horse programs in Northampton County contact Janice Martin, 4-H Horse Program Assistant, at 610- 8377924. For more information about the 4-H program, in general, or becoming a leader to share your various skills, please call Brad Kunsman, 610-813-6613. The 4-H programs are open to all youths ages 8-18; there is also a Cloverbud program for ages 5-8 years.
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GAB OVER by Pete THE FENCE G. Ossip It’s all over but the shouting. Happy New Year!! The year 2018 has arrived. Let’s hope it’s better than 2017. Everybody around here who wished for a white Christmas got their wish. It snowed at night on Christmas Eve, so when they awakened Monday morning, there it was, a white Christmas and lots of sunshine! It was a perfect setting here in the Lehigh Valley. We were supposed to get more snow this past weekend. The lake effect snow dumped several feet of snow out by Erie, not just inches. Anyhow, it’s frigid cold outside, so winter has a tight grip on all of us, and our potbelly stove is going night and day right now. . . .The political pundits who are leaning toward Democrats will get their wish, even though the economy is better than ever since the tax cuts passed. President Trump put his foot in his mouth with Tweets about fake news, etc., but that’s politics, and his opponents are licking their chops. . . .I hear J’s Steaks & Subs will be opening soon, if not already, at the former Valleri’s Pizza in town. As I get it, they had the Subway sandwich shop in the gas station down on S. Walnut Street. . . . Joe Abraham wanted to get a run in hearts cards before heading South to warm up, but no soap. He came close. . . . I mentioned last week about the Phillies signing slugger Carlos Santana from the Indians. Still not sure what they’re going to do in the outfield. I know former IronPig Rhys Hoskins will play in left field, but looks to me the Phils will have too many outfielders. I wonder if they will trade another former IronPig, Nick Williams, to make room. . . . The Christmas lights around town will come down soon, but I’m not sure when. It’s so cold, nobody wants to go outside, except the skiers. Today is the 4th of January, and the Orthodox Christmas is about this time, isn’t it? . . . All the municipal governments are reorganizing again, with councils mostly on January 2nd. . . .Folks are supposed to have their snow shoveling off their walks no later than a day after a heavy snowfall. It looks like this winter those shovels are gonna be busy. Wear your heavy coats and layers of clothing guys and gals. Br-r-r-r-r!!
BATH BOWLING Teams 2 and 3 Tied For First As Second Half Begins in Bath Die Hards
Teams 2 and 3 got off to a good start as the second half began on December 20 in the Bath Die Hards League at the Legion Lanes. Both recorded 4 to 0 shutouts. Team 2 had Wendy Guest with a 459 series and Sandy Fox, 400. Team 3 was led by Bob C. Kosman’s 631, followed by Joe Bachman, 422 and Bob R. Kosman, 410. Team 1 is in second place, winning 3 to 1 behind Terry Bartholomew, 670; Ty Pagotto, 557, and Betty Naylor, 459. Team 5 was on the short end of a 1 to 3 night, so they stand in third place with Gerald Bartholomew, 531; Amanda Leindecker, 476; Charmaine Bartholomew, 467, and Albert Arthofer, 418. Holding up the league at the moment was Team 4, with only Polly Kosman scoring a 444. 2nd Half Standings Team 2 Team 3 Team 1 Team 5 Team 4
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Brent Connolly, 240-225–635; Jeff Kerbacher, 222—205–616; Harvey Rissmiller, 212–556; Frank Yeakel, 215–529. Another 2 to 2 result came out of the Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering match with Maxx Amusements. Carfara: Harry Emery, 256—235–690; Terry Bartholomew, 214-215–613; Dino Carfara, 201-220–611; Brent Bartholomew, 200-217– 604. Maxx: P.J. Druckenmiller, 201-268–648; Scott Ackerman, 221-220–626; “Butch” Holland, 213–573; George Hyde, 204200–563; Bill Bachman, 533. A third 2-2 split resulted when the Vince Bauer Fiberglass Repair team took on the Rice Family. Bauer: 214-214–619, and Wyatt Davidson, 210–579. Rice: Naaman Houseal, 547, and Dale Fye, 215–535. Daku Auto Body topped Bath Supply #2, 3 to 1. Daku: John Kirchner, 248-247–676; Al Davidson, 247-246–674; Bob Daku, 232-200–631; Marc Beichey, 225-201–620; Scott Bortz, 528. Supply #2: Taylor Hostler, 225–592; Avery Weber, 210–529; Wally Myers, 518. STANDINGS Paul’s Garage Bath Supply #1 Carfara’s Paint Maxx Amusements Bauer Fiberglass Daku Auto Body Rice Family Bath Supply #2
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DARTBALL Suburban dart Baseball teams Off for holidays There were no games scheduled over the Christmas – New Year’s holidays. Action will resume next week with the following schedule: Monday, Jan. 8 – Messiah Lutheran at Ebenezer Bible Fellowship, both of Bethlehem; St. John’s Union of Farmersville at St. John’s Lutheran of Bath; Christ UCC of Bath at St. Stephen’s Lutheran of Bethlehem; St. Paul’s UCC of Northampton at Salem Lutheran of Bethlehem; Salem UCC of Moorestown at Emmanuel EC of Bethlehem. Dryland of Hecktown with the BYE.
Catching up with the Bath Commercial League in week 15, the two top teams, Paul’s Garage and Bath Supply #1, played each other to a 2 to 2 tie. Paul: Ed Weller, 279-243-214–736; Scott Kolumber, 247–623; Tom Stephens, 204-213–596; Shawn STANDINGS W L Bradley, 212–572, and Mike Salem Luth., Beth’hem 34 8 Klocek, 213–572. Supply #1: Christ UCC, Bath 25 17 Steve Kerbacher, 213-256–660;
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Oh, the good old days; the days when you only had one or two choices when you went to the grocery store. I remember, as a kid, my parents rarely bought desserts so around the holidays when homemade cookies and special treats were around it was great. Usually special in our home was Oreo time. Some of us eat our Oreos by dunking them in an ice cold glass of milk, some choose to conquer and divide by peeling the cookie off the icing and licking the icing followed up by the cookie. And then I remember when double stuffed Oreos hit the market, a dream come true. I’ve always loved icing so I welcomed the new brand and the delicious flavor. I was in a food store recently and discovered, to my surprise, that Oreos had so many flavors I did not know existed. My friend said, “Why do they have to do this? Why can’t we go back to the good old days when there were no choices, just plain Oreos?” I thought to myself, that’s not
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how a progressive business works. Staying the same for years and years could be the end of a thriving business. The simple reason for change is that your audience changes. As your Oreo loyalists age, they may be only interested in the regular cookie but the up and coming loyalists need change, sometimes even spectacular change. As an example, millennials (age 18-34) are definitely more adventurous than previous generations and love food trucks (no Oreos there). They really appreciate street food and are definitely embracing different cultures and are open minded when it comes to cuisine. In addition, they are shopping online and ordering Blue Apron. Most importantly, millennials are your future customer, if not already. Most of your regulars (old timers) will eventually get tired of the same old thing, your newbies or millennials won’t know what the same old thing is but will expect you to change and grow with the times. Remember when your parents would say, “Stop, look and listen” when you crossed the street? Well, the next time you think about growing your business, it might benefit you to “stop look and listen” to your staff, your customers and your community. Will it be a cheeseburger Oreo, a spam Oreo, or a cinnamon bun Oreo? Which is your favorite flavor? Carol is a Motivational Speaker, Executive Coach, Fundraising Strategist, Social Media Quarterback and Small Business Advisor. One of the Lehigh Valley's most sought after consultants who assists organizations with results driven growth. Her strategies can be easily adapted to a for profit or non-profit environment. Carol specializes in high impact leadership, million dollar fundraising, smash the box marketing, and creating word of mouth epidemics for her clients. Visit Carol’s website at www.caroltalks.com and “LIKE” Carol at Caroltalks on Facebook. Carol S. Ritter, Past President, National Speakers Association Philadelphia and past board chair for St. Luke’s University Hospital Visiting Nurses Association & Hospice.
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By CHARLES McILHANEY, JR. The Main Street entrance to the former Bath Public School grounds consists of steps bordered by two retaining walls. In my time as a student there, the 1950s, a continuous macadam walkway extended up the hill from the Main Street steps directly to the entrance of the school building. In winter, with a pack of snow, it made a great slide at recess. However, it was a long fetch to retrieve a runaway ball from the top of the hill, unless any kid at the bottom was able to stop it. One sunny afternoon dur-
ing our lunchtime, it was warm enough to not need a jacket. I was standing on top of the wall looking down at a hopscotch grid chalked on the pavement below, when I saw Bonnie Hahn and Connie Diehl walking toward the hopscotch court. I decided to impress them by how fast I could roll like a log down the bottom part of the hill toward the wall. I guess I rolled faster than I thought I could. Before I knew what happened, I rolled over the wall and landed flat on my back on the concrete, right in the middle of the hopscotch court. The landing knocked the wind out of me; but the girls were nearing,
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belt and child safety seat violations. Another safety campaign is P.A.D.E.E.P. (PA Aggressive Driving Enforcement Education Program). These extra patrols will be roving throughout the entire Troop M area to identify and apprehend drivers who drive aggressively. The Pennsylvania State Police of Troop M investigated 26 traffic crashes during the three day Christmas holiday travel period of 2017. Of those 26 crashes, two had injuries requiring medical treatment. Of the above crashes, two were alcohol related. There were no fatal crashes. Troopers aggressively enforced the motor vehicle laws resulting in the issuance of 416 traffic citations; 120 of those for speeding on area highways, three child seat citations, nine seatbelt citations, and 13 arrests of motorists on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances.
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NORTHAMPTON AREA Northampton Police Report DECEMBER 15
Non-reportable accident in the 100 block of Lumber Street involving one vehicle.
Criminal mischief in the 100 block of Newport Avenue. Report of damage to a fence.
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Theft, other, in the 700 block of Washington Avenue. Report of a yellow floor jack taken from a parking pad.
Non-reportable accident in the 1300 block of Main Street involving two vehicles.
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Check building in the 1700 block of Franklin Street. Request to check a residence. Hit and run accident in the 1300 block of Stewart Street. Report of the driver side mirror of a legally parked vehicle struck.
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Domestic in the 1400 block of Railroad Street between a male and a female.
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Non-reportable accident, W. 21st Street and Center Street involving two vehicles.
Domestic in the 800 block of Main Street between two females.
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Criminal mischief in the 1900 block of Main Street. Report of the windshield of a legally parked vehicle smashed.
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Submitted by BEVERLY PUTT Members of the garden club and guests gathered at St. John's Lutheran Church in Slatington for the annual Christmas gathering in December. There was a buffet of a variety of foods to choose from, along with appetizers. The tables were decorated with handmade favors by the special committee, games were played and carols sung. There was even a visit from Santa Claus. Point prizes were awarded to the top three garden club members: first prize, Connie Nagy, 1319 points; second prize, Lynn Labarre, 902 points; and third prize, Kathy Heist, 659 points. Thank you to the committee for a good job. All had a good time. The next monthly meeting will be held in March of 2018. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month. For more information, call 610-767-1622.
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ANDY’S CORNER By ANDY WEAVER The Nazareth Boys Basketball Team participated in the Easton Rotary Club Tournament on December 27 where they took on Phillipsburg and fell short at Easton Middle School. On December 28 they played Southern Lehigh at Easton Middle School and won, then played at Dieruff on December 30. The boys hosted Central Catholic at 7 p.m. on January 3 and next will host East Stroudsburg South on January 5 at 7 p.m. The Nazareth Girls Basketball Team played at Easton Middle
School in the Easton Rotary Club Tournament on December 27 where they beat Phillipsburg in two overtimes. Next they took on Easton for the Rotary Club Championship on December 28 and lost by one point. The girls competed at Central Catholic on January 3 and next will travel to East Stroudsburg South on January 5. The Nazareth Wrestling Team wrestled at Liberty High School in the Bethlehem Holiday Classic on December 28 and December 29 and will host Pocono Mountain East on January 4 at 7 p.m. and Parkland on January 10. The Nazareth Swimming Team will open the 2018 calendar year on January 4 at Easton and will then host Dieruff at 4 p.m. on January 11. Ticket prices to get into all the Basketball and Wrestling events this winter season at Nazareth are five dollars for adults, three dollars for students and free for seniors 65 and older. For up to the minute news, check out my website at https://nazarethsports. wordpress.com/.
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Church Dir. The Home News Church Directory is an alphabetical listing of community churches and synagogues. If you would like to submit a press release or calendar item for your church, please email it to: editorial@homenewspa. com or mail it to us at The Home News PO BOX A, Walnutport, PA 18088. The Church Directory is always available on our website at www.HomeNewsPA.com ASSUMPTION BVM PARISH, Northampton. 610262-2559 Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Mass 8 a.m., Tues. – Mass 8 a.m., Wed. – Mass 8 a.m., Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4 p.m. ASSUMPTION OF THE VIRGIN MARY UKRAINIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, Northampton 610262-2882 Sat. - Vesper services 5 p.m. Sun. - Divine Liturgy 9 a.m. BETHANY WESLEYAN, Cherryville. 610-767-1239 Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship 5 p.m. BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, Bushkill Twp. 610-759-7132 Sun. – Worship 9:15 a.m. 1/7 HC. CARPENTER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH, Nazareth. 484-285-0040 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. CHAPMAN QUARRIES UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-837-0935 Sun. – Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship 11 a.m. 1/7 HC. CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. Chestnut St. Bath. 610-837-0345 Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C., Schoenersville. 610-264-9325 Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m.
CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville. 610837-6051 Sun. – 9 a.m. Worship/SS/ Nursery. CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH Northampton. 610262-8500 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. with HC, Sunday School 10:30 a.m. COVENANT UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-8377517 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m. HA, Sunday School 9:15 a.m. DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444 Sun. – Worship 8/10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m. EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt) 610-262-4961 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. EMMANUEL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1741 Sun – Traditional 8/10:45 a.m. and Contemporary 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Wed- Midweek Spoken Worship 7 p.m. FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport, 610-767-3505 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOD'S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610262-4412 Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., Wed.- 7 p.m. BS GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton, 610-262-9517 Sun – Worship 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:15-11 a.m. GOSPEL CHAPEL WESLEYAN CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-8101 (N) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m., Sat- 5 p.m. GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-7036 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH,
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Nazareth 610-759-9080 Sun.- Worship 9 a.m. HC; Sunday Morning Adventures 10:15 a.m. Adult Forum 10:30 a.m. GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Northampton 610-262-7186 (HA) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:15 a.m. GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Pen Argyl. 610-863-4811 Sun. – Worship 8:30/10 a.m. HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, Nazareth. 610759-7363 Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m., HC 1st and 3rd Sunday HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0870 Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., M-F – Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m. HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton 610-262-2668 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. HOLY TRINITY SLOVAK LUTHERAN, Northampton Sun. – Worship 8:30 a.m. HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cherryville 610 767-7203 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. MOUNTAIN VIEW WESLEYAN CHURCH Bath 610-759-7553 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m. NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-7593163 Sun. – Worship 8:15/10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. NORTHAMPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Northampton 610-262-5645 Sun – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m., Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7:30 p.m. QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, Northampton 610262-2227 Sun. – Mass 7:30/9:30/11:30 a.m., Mon. - Fri. – Mass 8 a.m. Sat. – Mass 4 p.m. RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth. 484-597-1440 Sun. – Worship/meeting 10 a.m. SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. 610-837-
7874 Sun. – Mass 6:30/8/9:30/11 a.m., Mon.-Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri – Mas 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30/6 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 7/8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m. SALEM U.C.C. Moorestown 610-759-1652 Sun. – 8/10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. SALEM UNITED METHODIST, Danielsville. 610-767-8003 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m. SCHOENECK MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0376 Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m. ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL Nazareth 610-746-3910 Sun. – Holy Eucharist 10 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m.
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ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton, 610-261-2910. HA Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. (with child care), Sunday School 9 a.m. ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indianland, Cherryville 610767-4572 Sun. – 9 a.m. Christian Hour Education, Worship at 10:30 a.m. ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Northampton 610-837-7426 Sun. – 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, Northampton 610-837-5894 Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m. BS 9:30 a.m., Wed.- BS and Prayer 7 p.m.
ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1061 Sun. - Worship 8/10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST 610-7678939 Sat. – Sabbath School 10:45 a.m. Worship 9:30 a.m.
ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-3090. Sun. - Worship 8/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship with HC 5:30 p.m.
ZION’S STONE U.C.C., Kreidersville 610-262-1133 Sun. – SS 9 a.m., Worship 10:15 a.m.
ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Howertown. 610-262-8666 Sun. - Worship 9:30 a.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun. – Worship at 8/10:45 a.m., Wed.- 11 a.m. ST. NICHOLAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, Walnutport. 610-767-3107 Sun. – Mass 8/9:30/11 a.m., Holy Day – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri.- 8:30 a.m.
ZION E.L. CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-6636 (N) Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m. KEY – W- Worship, M – Mass, S – Services, SS – Sunday School, CE – Christian Ed, BS – Bible Study, CC - Child Care, HC – Holy Communion, H/A – Handicapped Accessible, VBS – Vacation Bible School
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Your Best Year Ever!
It seems that everything peaks in life, and then it is downhill from there! As we age, our strength and capabilities disintegrate and often so do our hopes for the future. Just ask a sports hero who now lives on the memories of the past. Youth tend to be hopeful of the future—optimistic and visionary. But as life passes by and disappointments come, as dreams fail to materialize and unforeseen things happen in life, optimism turns to negativism. The quest for a happy life often succumbs to the reality of frustrations, disillusionment, and unfulfilled dreams. As you face this new year, maybe you are on the downside of life, and you feel as if there is nothing to look forward to—nothing worth living for. The hopelessness of it all leaves you discouraged with life and discontented. It may seem to you that this has been your worst year ever, and next year looks to be even worse! But, I have good news for you—things can be different! This could be your best year ever! During my 49 years of serving as pastor here, I have seen many lives turned around. It happened when they put their faith in Jesus and sincerely repented of their sin in humble prayer. The Bible declares, “Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new” (2 Corinthians 5:17). Dale Oldham says it this way in the Gaither song, “Life was shattered and hope was gone--Crushing the load that I bore; Then out of the depths I cried, ‘Oh God, Give me something worth living for.’” Reflecting on the life change that Jesus brings, one verse says, “O the joy of sins forgiv’n--Nothing’s the same as before; My life overflows since Jesus came And gave me something worth living for.” I urge you to earnestly cry out to Jesus now in humble prayer and let Him make this your best year ever!
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Obituaries Lawrence R. Andreas
JULY 4, 1931 – DEC. 23, 2017 Lawrence R. Andreas, 86, of Northampton died on Saturday, Dec. 23, 2017. He was the husband of Lillian I. (Kosman) Andreas for 64 years. He served as a Corporal in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Larry ran the Andreas Home Improvements from his home for more than 20 years before retiring in 2003. Prior to that, he worked for the Northampton Lumber Co., Brader’s Woodcraft, Lehigh Valley Dairy, and Bethlehem Steel. Born on July 4, 1931 in Aquashicola, Pa.,, he was a son of the late Mark O. and Evelyn A. (Creitz) Andreas. Larry was a member of American Legion Post #314 in Lehighton, CWV Post #454 of Northampton, Korean Last Man Club of Lehighton, and Boy Scout Troop 82 of Andreas. He was a chairman of Troop 35 of Howertown, past president of the Exchange Club of Northampton, and committee member of the Freedom Shrine and Jack Frost Parade; treasurer of Grundsow Lodge Nummer 11; and a life member of the NRA and Lappawinzo Fish & Game, Northampton. He was an avid hunter and sportsman, going on travels around the world with his wife. In addition to his wife, surviving are his children, Linda Greenzweig, Susan Lowder, Scott, and Eric; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; two brothers, Clair and Murray Andreas. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Brent Greenzweig, and a brother, Robert Andreas. After a viewing on Thursday, Dec. 28 at Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, and viewing on Friday, Dec. 29 in St. John’s U.C.C. Church, Howertown, a service was held in the church, followed by burial with military honors in Greenwood Cemetery, Howertown. Contributions may be made to the church memorial fund, c/o the funeral home at 2119 Wash-
ington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
Adrienne R. Beck
FEB. 11, 1943 – DEC. 20, 2017 Adrienne R. Beck, 74, of Bushkill Township, died on We d n e s d a y, Dec. 20, 2017 in St. Luke’s University Hospital, Anderson Campus. She was the wife of Robert H. Beck for 44 years before he passed away in 2009. After graduating from Nazareth High School in 1960, she attended Kutztown University, where she earned her Bachelor’s and Masters degrees in education. She received her reading specialization from East Stroudsburg University. Born on Feb. 11, 1943 in Bushkill Township, she was a daughter of the late Wilson and Alta (Williamson) Rissmaller. She began her career as an elementary school teacher in the Nazareth Area School District prior to transitioning to the Northampton Area School District, where she was a reading specialist for nearly 40 years before retiring. Adrienne was a nature lover, enjoyed gardening, birding and growing flowers, and was an avid Penn State football fan. She was most content spending time with her family. She was an active member of St. John’s U.C.C. Church of Nazareth and a member of the Nazareth Woman’s Club. Services were on Thursday, Dec. 28 in St. John’s U.C.C., 183 S. Broad St., Nazareth. Arrangements were made by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Interment followed in Holy Cross Lutheran Cemetery, Bushkill Township. Donations may be offered to St. John’s UCC Church of Nazareth.
Sandra L. Borger
Sandra L. Borger, 59, of Moore Township, formerly of Lehigh Township, died on Satrurday, Dec. 23, 2017 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, Bethlehem. A graduate of Northampton Area High School, she was employed by Walgreen’s Distribution Center in Hanover Town-
ship before taking ill. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of Gladys M. (Miltenberger) Borger of Bath and the late Frederick B. Borger. She was a member of Emmanuel’s Evan. Lutheran Church, Emanuelsville. In addition to her mother, she is survived by sisters Sharon Tullo of Whitehall and Eileen Bocich of Nazareth; a sister-in-law Rose Burger, of Slatington; nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was predeceased by a brother, Thomas Borger, and a niece, Lawrence Bocich. A memorial service in celebration of her life was held on Saturday, Dec. 30 in Emmanuel Lutheran Church. There were no calling hours. Interment followed in Valley View Cemetery, Emanuelsville. Arrangements were by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3893 Adler Place Rd., Suite 170, Bethlehem, PA 18017.
Michael W. Dorosh
APRIL 15, 1925 – DEC. 12, 2017 Michael W. Dorosh, 92, of Whitehall, died on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2017 at ehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown. He was the husband of Olga (Kowalyshyn) Dorosh since Oct. 19, 1952. He graduated from Lehigh University with a Bachelor’s degree in accounting. Michael then worked for 35 years with the U.S. Postal Service, starting as a letter carrier and promoted to Postal Inspector in Charge for his last 20 years before retiring in 1982. Born on April 15, 1925 in Scranton, he was a son of the late Michael W. Dorosh and Helen (Chaus) Dorosh. Michael was a veteran of World War II and served as a sergeant in the Air Force from 1943 until 1946. He was an active member of Assumption of the Virgin Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Northampton, where he was a past president and instrumental in overseeing renovation projects over the years. Surviving along with his wife are a niece, Dr. Barbara Catalupo, of Bethlehem; great-niece Silvia and great-great-nephew, Lucas; and six nephews. John Dorosh, Jr., Eugene Dorosh, Michael Dorosh, Richard Dorosh, Brian Lingard, and George Dorosh. A burial service was held on Friday morning in Assumption BVM Church, Northampton. Interment was in the parish cemetery in Northampton. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
Ruth M. Frable
Ruth M. Frable, 77, of Northampton, died on Sunday, Dec. 24, 2017 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, Bethlehem . She was the wife of Douglas F. Frable, Sr. for 54 years on Aug. 10, 1957. A 1958 graduate of Slatington High School, she worked for Par-
is Accessories for 40 years before retiring. Born in Slatington, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Dorothy (Kemp) Bowers. Ruth enjoyed knitting, NASCAR, and was an avid Phillies fan. She was a member of Christ U.C.C. Church, Walnutport. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Douglas Frable, Jr., of Danielsville; four daughters, Donna Frable of Northampton, Darla Frack of Danielsville, Diane Hardy of Slatington, and Dawn Schaeffer of Coplay; six grandchildren, a great-granddaughter; Three sisters, Carol Jones, Linda Leibenguth and Dorothy Kresini; six brothers, Howard, Harry, Donald, Russell, Richard and Mark Bowers. She was predeceased by siblings Stanley Bowers, George Bowers, Nancy Marsh Mary Frable, Alice Acker, Willard Bowers, and Jennie Hunsicker. Services were held on Thursday, Dec. 28 in Christ U.C.C. Church, 309 Main St., Walnutport, following a calling hour in church. Interment of cremation was on Saturday, Dec. 30 at Indianland Cemetery, Almond Rd., Cherryville. Arrangements were by the Harding Funeral Home, Slatington. Memorial contributions can be made to Christ U.C.C. Church.
Henry Freyer
JUNE 21, 1924 – DEC. 22, 2017 Henry “Hank” Freyer, 93 of Kreidersville, formerly of Clinton, N.J., died on Friday, Dec. 22, 2017 at home. He was the husband of the late Carolyn (Hope) McCrea Freyer for 50 years before her death in 1996. He was a 1941 graduate of Flemington High School. Born on June 1, 1924, in Copper Hill, N.J., he was a son of the late Edward J. and Augusta H. Freyer. Hank was a veteran of World War II, serving with the 3rdArmored Division in the European Theater of Operations through France, Belgium and Germany as general court martial stenographer. He lived in Clinton for many years and was a former member of the Common Council of Clinton and past president of the Clinton Fire Dept. He retired in 1989 from the State of N.J. DMV, where he served as an investigator. He retired to Kreidersvile in 1990. He was a member of the Flemington American Legion Post 149; charter member and charter organist of the Flemington Elks Lodge #1928; Lehigh Valley Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America; Allen Twsp. Vol. Fire Co.; Safety First Vol. Fire Co., Easton; and Blue Mountain Antique Car & Steam Engine Assoc. Hank played piano and organ in the Lake Hopatcong, Budd lake, Phillipsburg and Clinton areas for many years. Surviving are three children, Sandra Maxwell of Nazareth, Sharon Dysart of Clinton, and Henry Freyer of Clinton.; six
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grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and seven great-greatgrandchildren. A firemen’s service was held on Dec. 26 at the Martin Funeral Home, Clinton, N.J. 08809. A funeral service was held on Dec. 27, followed by interment with military honors at the Riverside Cemetery in Clinton. Memorial donations may be made to the Clinton Fire Dept.
Catherine Godiska
DEC. 15, 1934 –DEC. 20, 2017 Catherine Godiska, 83, of Nazareth, died on Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2017.at home. She was the wife of John Godiska for 58 years. She worked in the garment industry and was a member of the ILGWU. Born on Dec. 15, 1934 in Nazareth, she was a daughter of the late George and Katie (Danylo) Morykan. Catherine loved to quilt and play bingo. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church and was active with the Ladies Auxiliary and the Altar & Rosary Society. In addition to her husband, she is survived by three sons, John, Edward and Daniel Godiska; a brother, Charles Morykan; and a sister, Jennie. She was predeceased by four brothers and two sisters. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Dec. 27 in Holy Family Church. Interment followed in the parish cemetery. Arrangements were by the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral home, 326 E. 21st St., Northampton, PA 18064, where memorial donations to the church may be sent.
Harley L. Collins
The measure of a man is seen in the way his life impacts the lives of those around him. Harley Latshaw Collins, son of the late George and Blanche (Latshaw) Collins of Paradise Township, Pa., was a man of character whose generosity and thoughtfulness influenced the lives of many people over his 95 years on Earth. He lived a life of integrity and modeled his firmly held Christian beliefs. During their 63 years of marriage, Harley and his wife, Continued on page 13
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Elenor J. (Dippre) Collins, gently raised their children and served as guiding lights to their many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Harley’s life was one of service. He generously gave of his time and talent to support the ministry of Wesley Methodist Church, he served as a volunteer in the Pa. prison system, worked with Prison Fellowship, and volunteered at the National Canal Museum. His interest in antique gas engines led him to research Worthington golf course tractors and write a book chronicling the evolution of the tractors and the company. He was a long-standing member of the Blue Mountain Gas & Steam Engine Association. He faithfully served his country during World War II, and he graduated from Drexel and had a long career as an electrical engineer at PP&L. Harley’s legacy of love and devotion continues in the lives of his children, Janet Lenig, Don Collins, Sue McKelvie, Jim Collins, Colleen Williams, Allen Collins; his 15 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren.. Calling hours were on Friday, Dec. 15 at the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown, followed by the service on Saturday, Dec. 16 at Wesley Methodist Church, Bethlehem. A service of celebration of Harley’s life followed. Contributions may be made to Heifer Project International at 1 World Ave., Little Rock, AR 72202.
W. Asher Daub
DEC. 26, 1964 – DEC. 27, 2017 W. Asher Daub, 53, of Easton, died on Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2017 in the VNA Hospice House of St. Luke’s in Lower Saucon Township. A 1982 graduate of Easton High School and a graduate of Northwood Institute in Midland, Mich., he was the former general manager for Brown-Daub in Bath. Born on Dec. 26, 1964 in Easton, he was the son of W. John Daub III and Dita (West) Daub of Bethlehem. Besides his parents, he is survived by a son, Luke M. Daub, of Easton; and a sister, Laura Merante, of Bozeman, Montana. Services will be private in the Ashton Funeral Home. Contributions may be made to St. Luke’s Hospice, 801 Ostrum St., Bethlehem, PA 18015.
Rosalie A. Deischer
JUNE 29, 1951 – DEC. 26, 2017 Rosalie A. Deischer, 56, formerly of Plainfield Township, died on Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2017 in St. Luke’s Hospital, Allentown Campus. She was the wife of Scott A. Deischer for 30 years. A 1969 graduate of Pen Argyl High School, she attended the Philadelphia School of Textile. Until retiring, she was the vice president of Tama Manufacturing
in Northampton . Born on June 29, 1951 in Easton, she was a daughter of Eleanor (Uliana) Pagotto of Pen Argyl and the late Louis Pagotto. Rosalie enjoyed gardening, tending to her favorites, delphiniums and hollyhocks. She most enjoyed summer and traveling in winter to her favorite island of St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands with her family. Special to her were trips with her husband and parents to northern Italy and meeting family members. In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by two sons, James Liero III of Plainfield Township and Matthew S. Liero of Lehighton; two grandsons; a brother, Frank Pagotto, of West Bangor; and a sister, Linda Altemose of Plainfield Township. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Saturday, Dec. 30 in St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church, Pen Argyl. Interment was in the parish cemetery. The Ruggiero Funeral Home, Pen Argyl, made arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to either St. Elizabeth’s building fund, 300 W. Babbitt Ave., Pen Argyl, or the American Cancer Society, Lehigh Valley Unit, 3893 Adler Place, Bethlehem,. PA 18017.
Barbara K. Fleck
SEPT. 23, 1914 – DEC. 10, 2017 Barbara K. Fleck, 103, of Moore Township, died on Sunday, Dec. 10, 2017. She was the wife of the late John Fleck for 67 years prior to his death in 2007. She was a graduate of Liberty High School, Bethlehem, class of 1932. A member of the ILGWU, Barbara was employed by the former Tama Mfg. Co. Sportswear in Northampton, where she worked for 25 years before retiring in 1982. Born on Sept. 23, 1914 in Elizabeth, N.J., she was a daughter of the late George and Katie (Weissmuller) Schweitzer. Barbara was also a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother, who for many decades assisted her parents and brother on the family farm in Moore Township. Barbara and her husband enjoyed waltz and polka dancing, and traveling throughout the United States. She was a member of Emmanuel’s Lutheran Church, Bath (Emanuelsville). She is survived by her children, Catherine M. Davis of Center Valley, and John G. Fleck of State College; six grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and the compassionate caregivers of Griswold Home Care: Joanne, Marie, Onedis, and Maryann. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her brother, George J. Schweitzer, grandson Michael Motter, and greatgrandchild, MacKenzie Jarosz. A Memorial Service in celebration of Barbara’s life will be held
on Saturday, January 13, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. in Emmanuel’s Lutheran Church, 3175 Valley View Drive, Bath (Emanuelsville), PA 18014. Friends and relatives are invited to call on Saturday afternoon from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the church. Interment will be private. Arrangements are by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. In mmory of Barbara, contributions may be offered to Emmanuel’s Lutheran Church.
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Greater Valley YMCA Branch Open Houses To be held Throughout The Lehigh Valley
Submitted by JEAN WEHRLE All branches of the Greater Valley YMCA will hold an Open House on Saturday, January 6. This event is open to the public. Locations and times are: Allentown Branch 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 425 South 15th Street, Allentown 18102 Bethlehem Branch – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 430 East Broad Street, Bethlehem 18018 Easton/Phillipsburg Branch – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1225 West Lafayette Street, Easton 18042 Nazareth Branch – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 33 South Main Street, Nazareth 18064 Slate Belt Branch – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 315 W Pennsylvania Av, Pen Argyl 18072 Suburban North Branch 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 880 Walnut Street, Catasauqua, 18032 Stop by any branch during Open House and receive a fullfacility seven-day pass that can be used at any Greater Valley YMCA branch. See what the Y can do for you.
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PUBLIC NOTICE-LEGAL ESTATE NOTICE The estate of Arlene M. Yob also known as Arlene M. Yob, late of the Boro of Chapman Quarries, County of Northampton and the State of Pennsylvania, deceased. Letters of testamentary has been granted to the undersign, who requested all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same, and all persons indebted to the decedent to make immediate payments without delay to: Ruth Romanishan, also known as Ruth C. Romanishan, Executor of the Estate of Arlene M. Yob to: Ruth Romanishan a.k.a Ruth C. Romanishan c/o Romanishan 1417 Main St. Bath, PA 18014 (12/21-1/4) NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC MEETING JANUARY 10, 2018 The Northampton Borough Planning Commission will hold its public meeting on Wednesday, January 10, 2018, starting at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, to review the following: 1. The reorganization of the Northampton Borough Planning Commission. 2. Willow Brook Farm Trust, et al, c/o Bob Dwyer, 721 Old State Road, Berwyn, PA 19312, for the property located at 235 Howertown Road, Northampton, Pennsylvania. These properties are identified as Tax Map Parcel Nos. M4-6-2 and M4NE4B-3-1 and are located in the R-1 Residential Zoning District. These plans are presented for Final Plan Review. Willow Brook Farm Trust is proposing a lot line adjustment combining both parcels into one, then a minor subdivision of the combined parcel and a land development/ subdivision of the proposed Lot 3 into 11 single family homes in the Willow Brook Farms Phase I development.
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well. Bill Halbfoerster was the By JUSTIN SWEITZER publisher and the editor was RegWith Election Day having pervisor in Lehigh Township with Originally published in 2004 inald Helfferich. The publisher come and gone on Tuesday, Nov. over 63 percent of the vote in his I’m paging through Mrs. Grace was the father of the present “ye 7, Northampton County voters respective election. In Moore Township, RepubBonser’s 1947 welcome home cel- old editor.” made numerous decisions on who ebration booklet honoring Bath’s George H. Rehrig Dodge and should run various county offices lican David Shaffer was elected World War II veterans, wonder- Plymouth dealer. Carl Rehrig has and municipal positions. Positions township supervisor over DemoBy JUSTIN SWEITZER ing if any of these businesses are plenty of memories of the old ga- up for election included borough crat Lois Kerbacher. Shaffer won Lehigh Township Supervisors still alive and well in the Bath rage. council seats, township supervi- with 69 percent of the votes in passed a resolution to Page 6 ban area. I know some of our readers There was Kathryn’s Beauty sors, school directors, magisterial that election. egory 4 casinos from the catIn the Borough of Nazareth, townwill remember them. Shoppe on Chestnut Street, P.J. judges, tax collectors, mayors and ship at their Nov. 28 meeting, Democrat and current member of a First National Bank of Bath. Roarty’s Economy Store on the more. move that comes after the passage It sure was nice to have a bank Square, Hugo & Reidy Farm The following results are for borough council Lance Colondo of amendment to the was elected mayor with 540 votes, Pennsylwith a community label. District Machinery, and Bath Dress Co. various local government positions vania Race Horse Development receiving 56 percent of the vote Council No. 1 United Cement, where Grace Bonser got her first regularly covered by The and Gaming Act in October Home Page 2 that Lime and Gypsum Workers In- job. News, and are in no way a compre- in the borough’s mayoral election. expands gambling opportunities Democrat Christopher Crook was ternational Union, A.F.L. They Glad to see there is a Bath Ho- hensive list of all the election results throughout Pennsylvania. Denise Carrigan accepts had some big meetings over at tel. In 1947 they advertised the throughout Northampton County. elected to represent the borough’s the HARB Restoration Award The expansion allows for first ward for a four-year term. with her family present. up the Fireman’s Auditorium. They “first television in Bath.” The A full list of unofficial results to –Home News photo 10 category 4 casinos in the represented the workers at the Slate Exchange has a new name. be found on the county’s websitecan Democrat and current council of Pennsylvania, which are state at member Jessica Teel was miniKeystone Cement Co. and the In 1947 it was owned by Steve northamptoncounty.org. re-elected Page 7 casinos that allow for anywhere to serve the borough’s second ward other plants in the Valley. Victor Zakos. In Allen Township, Republicans from 300 to 750 slot machines, Thomas over Nazareth way was a Remember Hugo’s Barbecue Bruce Frack and Gerald Mon- with 98 percent of the vote in her and eventually up to 40 respective election, while another vice president of the union and stand, Kunkle’s John Deere Sales tanari emerged victorious table games, according to the for the fellow member of council, that’s the union where Mr. Jon & Service, Keppel’s Pioneer Food township’s board of supervisors, Charles sylvania Gaming Control PennWolfel of the present Industrial Stores, Ebner’s Cut Rate Store, with Frack and Montanari earning Donello, was re-elected to serve Board. By KERI LINDENMUTH The legislation also states the borough’s third ward. that catChemical Workers Union earned Leiby’s General Insurance, N.C. over 32 and 35 percent of the CRPD and not the new Nearly a dozen residents of vote, egory 4 casinos cannot be ordiCarl Strye, the former Nazareth his spurs. located Oplinger potatoes, and Fehnel’s respectively. Forge Drive in Bath appearedOld nance for permitted parking on individual parking in front of a within 25 miles of a category 1, 2 driveway that was not theirs. be- Old Forge Drive, Jon is a friend and former stu- Feed and Grain Service? In the Borough of Bath, Mayor mayor who resigned from office in fore the Borough of Bath which is still lice Po- or 3 casino. September 2016 after facing legal Coun- being drafted. dent of this writer at Northampwere asked to investigate Martin Smith Garage, Cast Fiorella Reginelli-Mirabito ran cil on Monday, December the Lehigh ton High School and I am very Iron Mfg. Co., Fairmont’s Foun- opposed and was re-elected un- charges, was elected to council to Residents, however, wanted issue and enforce parking regula- category Township’s move to ban complain of parking tickets 4 to with serve the borough’s third 4 casinos falls within a tions. they an answer as to why proud of him. He’s doing a great tain Service (Doc & Elsie), Ethel’s 211 votes that accounted for ward for have received from the Colonial over a four-year term. section of the legislation the CRPD job for the members. Until now, Seiple said, Beauty Shop, Italian Cheese Mfg. 98 percent of all votes. signed chose to enforce a code it Regional Police Department. “we into law had In Northampton Borough, The Home News is alive and Co., Fehnel’s. Let’s not forget previously and consistently not [police] were doing our job with allows by Gov Tom. Wolf that Bath Borough Council saw These residents been Pennsylvania municipaliwere ticketed enforcing. Frank Wunderler’s “Better Store.” Democrats Michele Ehrgott and Mayor Thomas Reenock was reFor some residents discretion.” for parking in front of their own who have called “Unless we got a complaint,” ties to prohibit them via resoluCarol Bear-Heckman get re-elect- elected nearly unanimously, with driveways. They argued tion. that the home for over Old Forge Drive he continued, “we did ed, and Anthony Kovalovsky also over 99 percent of the vote. Renot act on street does not allow for adequate decade, this “Each municipality shall publican Councilman Tony Prisgot elected to the council. have been their first parking ticket. has it,” he said, understanding that the parking. option to prohibit the parking is difficult for residents In East Allen Township, Repub- tash was also re-elected to serve on “This is all coming “There are households that tion of a category 4 licensedlocawith The Home News in our are blue,” said McDonald. out of the of the street. licans Georgiann Hunsicker and borough council with 217 votes, November 22 fatwo car households [and] Thanksgiving issue. Page 10 there is “Old Forge Drive has always cility within the municipality Don Heiney were elected with defeating Democrat Kathryn NoMayor Fiorella Mirabito not enough parking,” said by delivering a resolution Call us at 610-923-0382. perPage 7 over 26 percent and 18 percent of vogratz who secured 118 votes. Deadline one McDonald, resident Sim- sonally called CRPD Chief Roy been an issue,” said Fire Chief municipality’s governing of the Pristash’s fellow council member Featuring a special Small Business of Old Seiple, who later Emilio DeNisi. “It is sad…but the vote, respectively. body 76th Year, Issue No. 46 dateSaturday Forge appeared at the [it the board no later than Dec. to Section. Promote your business November is] something you as a 76th Year, Issue No. 49 In Lehigh Township, Democrats Robert McHale was also re-elected www.homenewspa get a Drive. “We cannot even meeting to address 31, in this commuresidents’ one-car 2017,” with .com over family special section and receive 15% con99 the percent act reads. “No cat- www.homen straight.” of the vote in nity need to communicate Cindy Miller and Michael Jones 17 off! cerns and questions. Seiple Council stressed that the with egory 4 licensed facility ewspa.com exwere each elected to six-year terms, his respective election. Additionlations being enforced are regu- plained that a citizen complaint each other.” He said it is impor- located in a municipalitymay be part of was forwarded both with over 49 percent of the ally, Democrat and current Countant that which residents work by the borough to the current code written together has exercised its option by the the police department vote. Republican Phillip Gogel was cil President Anthony Lopsonzski under this about an Continued on page 11 elected to a four-year term as su- Jr. was re-elected to represent the Continued on page 11 borough’s fourth ward. USPS
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Submitted by KRISTINE PORTER Holy Family School fourthgrader Michael Wachter won first place in the fourth-grade division of the American Pride Drawing Contest. The contest was sponsored by the American Citizenship Committee of the Northampton County Bar Association of Pennsylvania. The artwork of two win-
ners in grades third, fourth and fifth was chosen from those submitted by art teachers in schools throughout Northampton County. Each winner received a $75 gift certificate to Barnes and Noble and an invitation to the Naturalization Court Ceremony on Monday, Nov. 6 at the courthouse in Easton. Continued on page 2
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By KERI LINDENMUTH be implemented instead of a trafAt their Thursday, November 16 fic study, which some members of Page 5 meeting, the Northampton Bor- council believe will lead to higher ough Council once again tabled expenses. their decision on the preliminary “I have seen so many traffic plan of the Willow Brook Farm studies I thought were bogus,” said Trust Development. Councilman Ed Pany. The move follows the council’s Pany suggested forming a comNovember 2 decision to table mittee with Police conditional approval for eleven Kadingo, CouncilmanChief Bryan Hall, Maysingle-family homes proposed on or Thomas Reenock, the Fuller-family-owned property. members of council. and other One of the conditions imposed says a committee Goudsouzian on the plan was that the Willow but recommendedwould be fine, Brook Farm Trust post an escrow still pay for expert that council for a traffic light at Howertown after the committeetraffic studies collects its Road and Fourth Street. Council findings. tabled their decision to allow for Finally, council also discussed the discussion of alternatives. Law- their upcoming rental property orPage 6 yers for the trust, trust consultant dinance, a draft of Robert Dwyer, and borough so- vided to council which was prolicitor Steven Goudsouzian, met in meeting. Council members at the the interim and composed a list of it in more detail plans to discuss at options the council can impose in meeting in order their December to keep it movlieu of a nearly $250,000 escrow, ing. which the trust currently cannot “This ordinance…is really afford. Council will contemplate needed,” said Councilwoman Judy those options and return with a de- Kutzler. cision at their December meeting. Other news in Northampton: “I understand it requires a bit • The Northampton Tree Lightof thought,” said Dwyer, “but [we ing Ceremony will are] anxious to keep this moving.” day, November be held on Sun26 at In addition to discussion on very special holiday 5:30 p.m. A Willow Brook Farms, the council make an appearance.guest will also discussed traffic in the borough. • The Northampton Fire DePreviously, Councilman Kenneth partment will be by KERI LINDENMUTH accepting gifts for Page 10 Hall suggested that traffic studies its annual Santa The Borough of NorthampRun. Gifts will be be conducted on various borough collected at the ton held its annual tree department from lighting streets. December 6 through December 8 ceremony on Sunday, November “Perhaps it would be to our ad- from 6 to 9 p.m. 76th Year, Issue No. 47 26. The festivities kicked off the vantage,” said Borough Manager • The Northampton Fire De- www.homenewspa holiday season and welcomed .com LeRoy Brobst. “[To] limit speed, partment’s Rock-N-Bowl very special guest to the borough:a will be the direction of travel, [and] the held on Friday, Santa Claus himself. December 15 from number of vehicles.” 9:30 to 11:30 p.m. at Hampton Families gathered at the triangle However, council believes an Lanes. The cost at Main Street and Laubach will be $15 and Avead hoc traffic committee should will benefit the fire department.
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Originally published in 2004 Last week we listed some Here are some of our businesses which sponsoredBath electWelcome Home Celebration the ed officials who were listed. in Northampton County 1947 for Bath’s World was headWar veterans. Mrs. Grace Bonser II ed by three county commissionMoore Township is sharing of ers: E. Albert Boyer, Norman A. information with our readers. the Peil and Arthur S. Riland. Today, the county is governed Do you remember John by an Page 9 er’s Economy Store, JosephBau- elected executive and a county Hodosek American Hotel, M. council. The mayor of Bath was R. A.J. Kemmerer; Charles J. Fehnel Coal and Hauling, H. Unangst, Controller of NorthampE. Main St., Schaeffer’s Candy Store, Fred Minnich distribu- ton County; Wm. Groman, sheriff; Charles Young, Recorder tor of Bricker products, of nel’s Dairy, Kenny Eickoff,Feh- Deeds; Stangley Fehr, District plumber, Wm. Klipple Bus the Attorney; State Senator Carleton Lines, Woodring. Arthur Lapp, Scholl’s ConfecJohn A. Jones was a member tionary Store, Haidle’s of Confec- the Pennsylvania tionary and Movies, Mrs. General AssemWeaver, Flowers for All Harry bly, 2nd District. Our United sions, Schaffer’s Bakery, Occa- States Representative was Francis Randy E. Walters from Bartholomew, Maytag Washers? Easton. The Bath Chemical Engine Michael’s Service Station, & Hose Co. No. 1 donated Jacksonville; Charles Landis the first In- $1000 to start the surance; A.S. Lambert Chevrolet 1947 welcome Page 11 home celebration. and Studebaker Dealer; Joseph In the years since 1947, Fischl, Beverage Distributer; we have seen many businesses 76th Year, Issue No. 48 Stibinger’s Café; Bath vanish Council from our neighborhoods, of Republican Women; along www.homenewspa.com Chamber of Commerce; Bath with personal service and warm Bath friendships. Merchandising Democratic Club; Bartholomew has become impersonal. Therefore, Funeral Home; Bath Lions; East “Looking Back” Bath Rod & Gun Club. allows us flect on our community’s to repast.
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