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Fire roars through Bath duplex, 2 jump from building by HOME NEWS STAFF On Friday, Jan. 3 flames engulfed a home in the Bath Borough. Around 9 a.m. firefighters responded to the scene of 214
E. Northampton St., half of a three-story twin. The home was already fully engulfed upon arrival. Two out of the five residents were taken to the hospital
with injuries from jumping out of a window to escape the fire. A firefighter was also taken to the hospital with minor injuries. Students were safely evacu-
Moore Township holds Re-organization Meeting By JASON KAMERY The Moore Township Board of Supervisors had their re-organization meeting at 7 p.m. on Jan. 6 at the Moore Township Municipal building. Daniel Piorkowski will remain chairman and David Shaffer will continue to serve as vice chairman. Other appointments include Nicholas Steiner as township manager/secretary/treasurer and Jason Harhart as the zoning and
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building officer. David Backenstoe will serve another one-year term as township solicitor and Kevin Horvath another year as township engineer. Replacing Henry Van Blargan as emergency management coordinator is David Ohl. The earned income tax collector and local services tax collector will be Keystone Collections. The police department noted there were 362 total incidents in December. Leaf collection is now over in Moore Township and the Historical Commission is looking for new members. All resolutions passed, these included Resolution 2020-02, non-uniformed pension plan rate; Resolution 2020-03, police pension plan contribution exoneration; Resolution 202004, chief administration officer police pension plan and Resolution 2020-05 the Conner/Gar-
ner deed of dedication. Township Manager Nicholas Steiner said he spoke to Portnoff Law Associates to handle delinquent real estate tax collection for the municipality. “He explained to me that the county is really limited in what they can and cannot do with real estate tax collection,” Steiner said. “So instead of the county collecting on behalf of the municipality, they would collect them on our behalf. State law gives them additional tools to receive that money quicker as well as to pass it onto us. The idea is to get the money to us quicker and frankly it sounds better for the residents because they may not even know they are delinquent because of how the process is.” The next Bard of Supervisors meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Feb. 4 at the Moore Township Municipal building.
ated from neighboring Sacred Heart School to the Bath Fire Social Club. The cause of the fire is currently still under investigation
by the fire marshal at time of print. If anyone is interested in offering support to the families affected, please contact the Borough office.
Mayor urges council To push forward with Rental inspection Ordinance following fire By KERI LINDENMUTH Following a January 3 fire that injured at least two people, Bath Mayor Fiorella Mirabito is urging the borough’s council to push forward with a rental inspection ordinance before another tragedy strikes the borough. Plans for an ordinance have been in and out of committee for about a year. “There were several issues [in the home] that if we would have had a rental inspection, they would have been caught,” she said during council’s January 6 meeting. At least ten local fire departments responded to the fire, which started around 8:30 a.m. at 214-216 East Northampton Street. Two residents were in-
jured when jumping from the building. Students at nearby Sacred Heart School had to be evacuated to the Bath Fire Social Hall. Councilman Frank Hesch echoed the mayor’s concerns. He said a rental inspection ordinance is long-past due. “What went unaddressed, I am very angry about. We need this now more than ever,” he Continued on page 4
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Free Community Dinners- First Tuesday of every month from 5 to 7 p.m. at Dryland UCC, 4415 Newburg Rd., Nazareth. Call 484-894-9799 FMI. Submitted by ner a trip to Super Bowl LIV in 21 through Jan. 1. Moore Township Democrats- Meet second Thursdays of every “Lifesaving medical treatments ALANA MAUGER Miami. During the weeks of month, 6:30 p.m. at Pizzaville at the corner of 946 and 512. No The American Red Cross cur- Christmas and New Year’s, about and emergencies never take a dues. Speakers most months. rently has a critical need for blood 500 fewer blood drives were host- holiday,” said Paul Sullivan, seMoore Township Historical Commission- Monthly meeting at donors of all blood types – espe- ed by volunteer sponsor groups nior vice president, Red Cross 7 p.m., last Wednesday of the month at Moore Twp. Municipal cially type O – to make an ap- than required to meet patient Biomedical Services. “Declines Building, public is welcome. pointment now to give and help needs. Many groups postpone in donations can affect patient Governor Wolf Historical Society Monthly Meeting- 7 p.m. the replenish the blood supply after blood drives during the winter care. That’s why the Red Cross second Tuesday of every month on the GWHS campus, 6600 the holiday weeks. Right now, the holidays when travel and holiday is encouraging eligible donors Jacksonville Road, Bath. Public welcome. For information, Red Cross has less than a three- activities may make it challeng- to make an appointment to give govwolf.org. day supply of type O blood. To ing for many donors to give. In now and help those sidelined by Governor Wolf Historical Society Museum- 6600 Jacksonville help tackle the critical need, the fact, AAA estimated that a record illness and trauma.” Road, Bath: Open to the public 1-3 p.m. the third Saturday Donors are urged to make an Red Cross and NFL are working 115.6 million Americans traveled of the month, with tours of the society’s campus offered. For together to offer one lucky win- during the holiday period of Dec. Continued on page 3 information, govwolf.org. Moorethe Township Families in NeedMonthly ned & returned, ad(s) willAssociation be printed asfor is. By signing below, you agree that you are giving your final approval of the Ad(s) in regards to the Advertising Contract that was signed. If you requested us to use certain p meeting second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. Meet at NEW our ad(s) you warrant that the content was created by you or your employee and you have the right and authority to use the content in any media and in anyNEW ad in theYEAR... way it is used in suchHOURS ad and to give us the rights gra Covenant United Methodist Church. Wednesday-Saturday 7:00AM-8:00PM States Veteransto Lehigh Valley inBase d by a thirdUnited party who gave Submarine you written permission use the content your ad and give us the rights granted in the Advertising Contract. If the content includesSunday the name,7:00AM-2:00PM photo or image/likeness of a person(s) you have Monthly MeetingHeld every third Sunday at 2 p.m. at St. he name, photos or image in your ad and grant us the rights in the Advertising Contract. The clairty/color of the published ad(s) may vary slightly from this Closed proof. NOTE: This form may not be used to cancel your Monday & Tuesday Stephen’s Church, 510 Union Street, Allentown. Breakfast Til Noon Daily, Sunday All Day Partners For A New Beginning Support Group Meetings- First and third Thursday of every month, 7 to 8 p.m., St. John’s Saturday1/2 Price Appetizers Weekly Specials Lutheran Church, Nazareth. Friday- Supper Sack $25 4-6 pm with purchase of adult meal Bath Museum- Open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every third Saturday (4) Hamburgers or Cheeseburgers, Wednesday- Senior Special! Basket of French Fries & January-November and first Saturday in December. 121 S. SundayFree Coffee at Breakfast with $5 Purchase (4) house-made beverages Super Sundae Deal! Walnut St., Bath. Volunteers welcome. See you Jan. 18. To Thursday- 1/2 Price Kids Meals! ** Eat-in or Take-Out** $2 off Signature Sundaes all day!!!! schedule tours, call 484-272-7314, leave message. Siegfried Log Cabin 2020- Open Saturday, May 16 and Sept. Expanded Breakfast Menu…Omelets, Homefries, Kids Meals…And More! 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5 time TBA. Helping Homeless Vets- Weave mats for homeless vets every *Entire facility wheelchair accessible* Full Menu Take-Out Available second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 10 a.m. until (please print clearly) 9 p.m. at Klecknersville Rangers. Call 610-837-1190 FMI. 602 Jacobsburg Rd., Nazareth, PA 18064 • 610-365-2186
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tion – and every donor – matters. We hope this may inspire some to make regular blood and platelet donation one of their New Year’s resolutions,” said Sullivan. Who blood donations help This fall, 13-year-old Josh Roy and his family learned the importance of blood donations firsthand. In October, Josh contracted a severe case of influenza B and necrotizing staph pneumonia. He was transported to the hospital, was put on an extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) machine that circulates blood through an artificial lung and eventually needed a tracheostomy tube. Josh has received multiple blood transfusions during his treatment. “You never know when someone you love might end up needing a blood transfusion,” said Jaqueline Bakehorn, Josh’s aunt. “We are so thankful for those who have given blood and would love to see more people donate.” Josh is still hospitalized but is making slow, gradual progress. He faces a long road to recovery and may need additional blood
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transfusions along the way. Upcoming blood donation opportunities in Northampton County: Bethlehem: Jan. 24 from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Nitschmann Middle School, 1002 W. Union Blvd. Easton: Jan. 17 from 2 to 7 p.m. at Charles Chrin Community Center, 4100 Green Pond Road and Jan. 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Greater Valley YMCA of Easton, 1225 W. Lafayette St. How to donate blood All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
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said. “I do not want residents living in fear.” The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation. Mirabito called the fire a “tragedy” and an “accident,” but added that a lot of similar safety issues in the borough can be prevented. “People could have died because of the ignorance of landlords who should not be landlords,” she said to applause. “We were lucky this time because of the response of our volunteer fire company.” Councilman Tony Kovalovsky also urged for a quicker process of adopting the ordinance, adding that landlords would have a year to get their properties up to code. “All we are trying to do is to keep the community safe,” he said. He added that there will inevitably be “one or two” landlords who have a problem with the ordinance, but he and council will do anything they can to keep the borough and its residents safe.
Council President Mark Saginario warned that moving too quickly could result in the ordinance being redone, and cited issues some neighboring communities have had. However, the ordinance will next be brought to council on Wednesday, February 8, for discussion and questions, with the hope that it will be adopted in the near future. All of council praised the work of the volunteer firefighters, as well as the Bath Fire Social Hall for taking in students. “I cannot thank you enough,” said Mirabito. “[You] step up to help us all the time.” This has been the borough’s second major fire in a little over a year. Donations for the fire victims are being collected by Sacred Heart Church and the borough’s 7-Eleven. A Go Fund Me page has also been set up. In other news: • Jimmy Pasquariello, President of the Bath Fire Social Hall, was in attendance to donate $500 to the borough’s volunteer fire department. • The next Neighborhood Watch Meeting will be held on February 19 at 6 p.m. • Borough council has approved borough manager Brad
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Police Reports Scattering rubbish Troopers were dispatched to Lillian Lane in Upper Mt. Bethel Township on Jan. 5 for a report of a neighbor dispute. Subsequent investigation determined that the suspect, a 55-year-old female from Bangor, intentionally threw several concrete cinder blocks on the neighbor’s front driveway. An NTC for scattering rubbish was filed. The investigation is ongoing. Domestic violence Mark Twain Circle On Jan. 1, the Colonial Regional Police Department responded to Mark Twain Circle for a domestic disturbance. Upon making contact with Rick Miller Jr., he had been in an altercation with his wife. He was then taken into custody for domestic violence, strangulation, terroristic threats, simple assault and harassment. Miller was taken to Northampton County Central booking for arraignment. Charges were filed through DJ Zumas’ office. Harass Physical Contact On Jan. 6, PSP Troopers responded to Northampton St. in the Portland Borough to the report of a domestic altercation between father and daughter. Upon arrival, both parties were separated and admitted to a verbal altercation. Both parties, 69-year-old Mark Thomas and 24-year-old Gwendolyn Thomas, accused the other of pushing them. Non-traf-
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Good Shepherd Kreidersville Scouts 50th anniversary
by HOME NEWS STAFF A scout reunion will be held on Sunday, Feb. 2, Scout Sunday, for Good Shepherd’s 50th anniversary. This reunion is hosted by Good Shepherd Kreidersville Scouts BSA Troops 40, 540 and Cub Pack 40. A special Scout Sunday worship will begin at 9 a.m. followed by a reunion breakfast and fellowship after services at 10:30 a.m. Former scouts, cubs, leaders and volunteers for Troop 40 and Pack 40 are invited. Arrive early between 8:15 and 8:50 a.m. to meet and greet old friends and look at all the memorabilia. Bring your own memorabilia and photos to share memories.
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Gab over by Pete The Fence G. Ossip Welp, now that our bellies are full of pork and sauerkraut and the Christmas trees have most likely been put out on the curb, (some say leaving them up until Jan. 6 brings good luck), it’s back to reality and the daily grind... Bowling and dartball leagues are back to their regular schedules... Bath had a real frightening start to the New Year with that fire in the borough last week, I heard people had to jump out the windows to safety. Some injuries, luckily no one was killed and everyone was safe at Sacred Heart School. Don’t know if you recall, but there was a bad fire in the borough last year on New Year’s Day. Hopefully it’s just a horrible coincidence and not a pattern… Hats off to the ladies from Mountain View Wesleyan Church in Bath making all those mats for the homeless veterans. They’re always looking for volunteers, I see they have a homebase at Klecknersville Rangers now, God bless them. God bless the homeless veterans too, I’ll tell ya, those are two words I wish weren’t appearing side by side. The past coupla weeks have been a whirlwind for Eagles fans, ending their season this past Sunday with an injured Wentz; icing on the cake of a season filled with injuries. Better luck next year Birds. They sure got alotta heart, I know that. Was anyone else surprised by that snow shower we got Sunday into Monday? Looked out my window and was shocked! Guess the weather folks can’t get it right all the time. I’ve seen lotsa fundraisers set up for the Nazareth Library, libraries are so important to our communities. Do whatever you can…Dryland UCC just had their first free community dinner over in Nazareth earlier this week, that’s real nice of them... Oh, here’s another tidbit for ya
folks, I heard through the grapevine that Twin Maple Farms was asked to autograph a bag of potatoes they bagged and sold at the 2020 PA Farm Show…The Penn Dixie Bridge will be closed for construction as of Jan. 20, unknown when it will re-open. I bet lotsa folks are happy now that the Coplay-Northampton bridge opened. Great job to all involved for opening the bridge ahead of schedule...How about that horrific crash on the turnpike on Sunday? Five people killed and 60-some injured! Stay safe gang, see ya next time…
Dartball Suburban Darts (Week16) Submitted by DAVE CASEY Last week we had a pair of “makeup matches”. The 1st one finds Star of Bethlehem beating Salem UCC 6-3 & 8-6, losing the ‘nightcap’ 2-1. Hitters for Star of Bethlehem were Scott Hoffert 6 for 13, Bryan Frankenfield 6 for 14, Austin Hoffert 5 for 14, & Joey Hoffert with a HR. Sherry Bush was 6 for 12, Bill Rinker 5 for 10 (HR), Kim Bush with a HR, & Kierstin Saeger with 2 HR’s for Salem UCC. The other ‘makeup match’ saw St. Paul’s ‘sweeping’ St. Stephen’s by scores of 7-5, 9-2, & 8-5. Leading the St. Paul’s hitters were Jennifer Erkinger, Jason Gross, & Rich Kern all going 7 for 14 each, with a HR from Jonathan Erkinger. Hitters for St. Stephen’s included Ed Wychock 8 for 15, Jim Blaukovitch 7 for 14, Alan Antry 5 for 12 with HR’s from Alan Beahm & Nathan Naprava. This week’s action finds Star of Bethlehem moving back into 1st place with a ‘sweep’ of Ebenezer by scores 5-4 in 10 innings, 7-0, & 7-3. Leading the way for Star of Bethlehem were Bryan Frankenfield & Bill Hoke Jr. each going 7 for 12, Scott Hoffert 6 for 15, with HR’s from Kyle Taylor & Tyler Frankenfield. Carol Voortman was 4 for 12 for Ebenezer. Dryland drops to 2nd place after
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getting ‘swept’ by St. Stephen’s 3-1, 6-5, & 5-4. Top hitters for St. Stephen’s included Nathan Naprava 6 for 12 (2 HR’s), Alan Beahm 6 for 13, Jim Blaukovitch 6 for 13, & John Hoysan 4 for 12. Larry Golick was 5 for 13, Lou Dervarics 4 for 8, Bernie Yurko 4 for 12 & Butch Silfies with a HR for Dryland. With Bob Meixsell going 6 for 11, Scott Henninger 6 for 12, & Dave Fisher 4 for 12, Bath Lutheran ‘sandwiched’ 4-2 & 2-0 wins around a 8-4 loss to Light of Christ. For Light of Christ, Dan Halteman was 5 for 13 with Todd Jones, Rich Hasonich, & Norm Schoenberger all going 4 for 13 each. Emmaniel won 7-2 & 6-3 before losing the ‘nightcap’ to Salem UCC 7-2. For Emmanuel, Chuck Achenzie was 5 for 13, Bob Bast 4 for 13, Troy Haydt 4 for 13 (2 HR’s), & HR’s from Jim Hill, Judy Hoffert, & Jon Rice. Bob Krause went 6 for 11 (HR), Ed Taylor 5 for 12, Fred Toncik 5 for 13, 7 Rachel Krause with a HR. The final match of the night saw Farmersville ‘sweeping’ St. Paul’s 4-2, 3-2 in 12 innings, & 7-3. Leading hitters for Farmersville were Kyle Campbell 6 for 12, Kyle Gerber 5 for 13, Tom George 5 for 13, & Jason Steigerwalt with a HR. For St. Paul’s, Paul Slimmon was 6 for 12, Dave Clark 6 for 13, & Jennifer Erkinger 6 for 14. Christ UCC had the BYE. STANDINGS Star of Bethlehem Dryland Light of Christ Salem UCC Bath Lutheran Emmanuel Christ UCC St. Stephen’s St. Paul’s Farmersville Ebenezer
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Trap Shooting Suburban Trapshooting League Blue Ridge Rod and Gun Club 1/5/2020 BLUE RIDGE 121 25 – Jeff Blose, Al Onkotz 24 - Jacob Bonser, Mike Kresge 23 – Jim Angst, Steve Knappenberger, Alex Koran, Dave Schwartz COPEECHAN 120 24 – Kelley Huber, Tony Hujsa, Lorren Livingston, Joe Mule, Brian Snyder, Dave Snyder, Dennis Thomas, Jon Zadzora
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New Year’s Resolutions
It’s New Year’s Resolution time. Time to make a commitment to be fraud aware in 2020. For the next 50 some weeks, like clockwork, scammers will be on the prowl looking to steal our money or sensitive information. While there is no way to stop these attempts from happening, we can all take steps to make sure we don’t fall victim. Remember the basics: only share sensitive information when needed with people who you know and trust – like your doctor; don’t click on web links from untrusted emailers; and if someone asks you to make a payment using a gift card, it is a scam.
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If you’re like a lot of Americans, you spent a lot this holiday season and you might be in the mood to tackle your debt in the New Year. Getting yourself out of debt is hard work. It takes time and discipline. Be wary of
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Bath Council Swears in Reelected Members By KERI LINDENMUTH
During their first meeting of 2020 on January 6, the Borough of Bath Council swore in four reelected council members. Barry Fenstermaker, Phyllis Andrews, Mark Saginario, and Frank Hesch were all sworn in for new terms by Mayor Fiorella Mirabito. Saginario was once again voted president of council, while Councilwoman Michele Ehrgott was voted vice president and Fenstermaker was voted president pro tem. Brad Flynn was reappointed as borough manager, secretary, and treasurer. Meanwhile, Stevens & Lee and Keystone Consulting Engineers were reappointed as the borough’s legal and engineering representatives, respectively. Shawn Leidy and CodeMaster were reappointed
as the borough’s Code Enforcement Officer. Council did vote to send out RFPs for their professional services, including legal, engineering, zoning, and code enforcement. As a result, the reappointments made may change depending on the RFP results. Five candidates applied for three openings on the borough’s planning commission. Council voted to appoint Mark Saginario, Philip West, and Christo-
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the first meeting of the year. I realize we all have busy lives… but, I cannot stress enough the importance of staying informed. The next regularly scheduled monthly Bath Borough Council meeting is scheduled for Monday, Feb. 3 at 6:30 p.m. I would like to extend sincere congratulations to the members of Bath Borough Council who took their oath of office once again to assist in making our Borough a better place for all of us - Council President Mark Saginario; Council Vice-President Michele Ehrgott; Council ProTem Barry Fenstermaker. Also to - Councilwomen Phyllis Andrews and Carol Bear Heckman; and, Councilmen Tony Kovalovsky and Frank Hesch III. We begin this year with our new sanitation company - Advanced Disposal. We are fortunate at the work done by the Council Sanitation Committee who worked diligently in establishing the new sanitation contract for the next three years. We were all very concerned at the possibility of an increase in the fees - although, with the work done by the committee, the price for sanitation is actu-
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Northampton Borough Fire Department officers were sworn in by Northampton Borough Council on Monday, Jan. 6. In 2019 the fire department responded to 629 calls, 161 more calls than 2018.
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Freeman Announces $50,000 in State funding Approved For Easton Community Revitalization Effort Submitted by
THOMAS LeCLAIR State Rep. Robert Freeman, DNorthampton, today announced that Easton will receive $50,000 through the Department of Community and Economic Development’s Keystone Communities Program. The funding will be used by the Greater Easton Development Partnership in collaboration with the Easton Main Street Initiative for property and business owners in the form of matching grants for renovations, restorations and repairs to existing building façades and new signage benefitting at least ten storefronts. “This funding will help to restore and enhance façades to assist Easton’s ongoing revitalization, which has made it an attractive place for visitors and residents alike,” Freeman said. “By making investments like this, our local businesses will continue to boost our economy and help enhance the quality of
life for everyone who lives in or visits Easton.” The Keystone Communities program supports local initiatives designed to grow and stabilize neighborhoods and communities, foster effective public-private partnerships and enhance the overall quality of life for residents.
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NORTHAMPTON AREA NORTHAMPTON POLICE REPORT DECEMBER 26
Suspicious vehicle in the 100 block of E. 16th St. Report of a suspicious vehicle.
Death attended/unattended in the 300 block of Howertown Rd. Report of an unattended death.
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Civil issue in the 1600 block of Newport Ave. Report of a civil issue.
Noise complaint in the 1800 block of Main St. Report of loud music.
Reportable accident in the 1600 block of Main St. involving three vehicles.
Criminal mischief in the 1300 block of Main St. Report of a legally parked vehicle spray painted.
Suspicious vehicle, Greenview Dr. and Culver St. Report of a suspicious vehicle.
Check person/welfare in the 1300 block of Newport Ave. Request to check the welfare of a female.
Assist agency in the 2100 block of Siegfried Ave. Request from Bethlehem Police Department to make contact with a male.
Fraud in the 100 block of W. 28th St. Report of credit card fraud.
Terroristic threats in the 100 block of Held Dr. Report of a male making threats to a group of juveniles.
Non-reportable accident in the 1600 block of Main St. involving one vehicle.
DECEMBER 27
Harassment in the 2000 block of Main St. Report of a male harassing a male.
Domestic in the 1300 block of Newport Ave. between a male and a female. EMS ambulance assist in the 800 block of Main St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female. Hit and run accident, CVS parking lot in the unit block of W. 21st St. Report of a legally parked vehicle struck by a silver Jeep Renegade. A witness took a picture of offending vehicle’s plate.
Overdose, accidental/intentional in the 1300 block of Stewart St. Report of an overdose. Domestic in the 1300 block of Stewart St. between two males and a female. Non-reportable accident, E. 21st St. and Main St. involving one vehicle. Noise complaint in the 1700 block of Newport Ave. Officers respond to a noise complaint. Non-reportable accident in the 300 block of Main St. involving two vehicles. Harassment in the 2000 block of Main St. Report of two males harassing a female. Domestic in the 1300 block of Stewart St. between a male and a female.
Domestic in the 1300 block of Laubach Ave. between a male and a female.
Criminal mischief in the 1200 block of Franklin St. Report of damage to a legally parked vehicle.
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Juvenile issue, W. 28th St. and Boro Vu Dr. Report of a group of three juveniles walking through yards and looking into vehicles at 2:30 a.m. Disturbance in the unit block of E. 13th St. Report of a disturbance. Domestic, Main St. and E. 21st St. between a male and a female. Criminal mischief in the 2200 block of Siegfried Ave. Report of a tire on a legally parked vehicle slashed. Check person/welfare in the 1000 block of Main St. Request to check the welfare of a male.
DECEMBER 30
Check person/welfare in the 1700 block of Main St. Request to check the welfare of a female. EMS ambulance assist in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male. Suspicious vehicle, Clear Springs Dr. Report of a suspicious vehicle.
DECEMBER 31
Unwanted person in the 900 block of Lincoln Ave. Report of an unwanted male. Suspicious act in the 2300 block of Washington Ave. Report of a suspicious act. Suspicious vehicle in the 1200 block of Main St. Report of a suspicious vehicle.
at finding balance and stress reduction. Join the library for its fourth Harry Potter Book Night on Feb. 6 at 6 p.m. Games, treats, and magical spells as we celebrate Harry Potter. Triwizard Tournament Escape Room for the whole family is Feb. 7 at 6 p.m. You are a participant in the Triwizard Tournament and must escape the maze of riddles and clues. Adult Fandom Valentines is Feb. 10 at 6 p.m. Are you a Whovian? Do you geek everything Star Wars? Have you recently received your admissions letter to Hogwarts? Join us to make valentines from your favorite fandom. Teens, join the library’s new online book club. Register and pick up a free copy of “The Hate U Give” by Angie Thomas. Meetings are held online at the Teen Book Club through the library’s Facebook page. All programs are free, open to the public, and require registration. Please register at the library help desk or call 610-262-7537. Visit us at www.northamptonapl.org.
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Submitted by SUSAN SENTZ Registration for children’s programs for ages ten months to fifth grade completed began Jan. 6. Programs run from Feb. 1 to April 4 and are filled on a first come, first served basis. Our Winnie the Pooh Party will be held Jan. 14 at from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Celebrate National Winnie the Pooh Day with games, crafts, and snacks. On Jan. 15 at 3 p.m., teens join us for DIY Hot Chocolate. Create and try different flavor combinations of everyone’s favorite wintertime drink. Escape the never-ending holiday at our Christmas themed escape room on Jan. 17 at 6 p.m. Find the clues, solve the puzzles, and stop reliving the holidays. This escape room is for adults 18+. Preschool Play and Learn is Jan. 23 from 10 a.m. to noon and 5 to 7 p.m. Join others as you and your child play and explore with our educational games and toys. These items are part of our PA Cruise into Kindergarten collection. Drop in anytime, registration is not required. Start the New Year off right and learn something new. Introduction to Mindfulness is Jan. 27 at 6 p.m. or Feb. 3 at 2 p.m. Join certified instructor Dr. Deb as we take a look
Traffic stop in the 300 block of Main St. A traffic stop was conducted. Theft, other in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Report of items taken from a storage unit. Disturbance in the 1600 block of Main St. Report of a disturbance.
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NAZARETH AREA NEDC announces winner of Downtown Holiday Window Decorating Contest
work together to make them come to life.” The NEDC congratulates Keystone Financial on taking last month’s Golden Broom award and as the first-ever winner of the Downtown Holiday Window Decorating contest. Keystone Financial invites you all to stop over and say hello. They will be hosting an open house in the spring of 2020. The date will be released soon. Keystone Financial Management, 112 S. Broad Street, Nazareth, PA 18064, Phone (610) 530-2112 www.keystonefinancialmanagement.com Securities offered through Royal Alliance Associates, Inc., (RAA), member FINRA/SIPC. RAA is separately owned and other entities and/ or marketing names, products or services referenced here are independent of RAA
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submitted by BRYAN YOUPA The NEDC is proud to announce the winner of our first-ever Downtown Holiday Window
Decorating Contest, Keystone Financial. Downtown Nazareth looked extremely festive with all the par-
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ticipating businesses in our decorating contest. Out of our top ten, and with a total of 446 out of 1141 votes, the team at Keystone Financial brought it home this year, taking the top spot. We interviewed Amber Carrick, Senior Vice President of Operations and Compliance, at Keystone Financial Management to get some insights on what services they offer. “We offer many services and solutions to our clients including investment, insurance, financial planning, and consulting services,” Carrick said. When asked what inspired the start of the business, Carrick responded, “Keystone Financial Management was established to provide resources and support to both the advisors and admins that we are associated with.”
“Keystone Financial was established in 2001 in Nazareth, but our businesses can be run from anywhere. In fact, we have 44 branch offices spanning from the Lehigh Valley, all throughout Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, and Florida. Being in our home town means a lot to the management team here at Keystone because this is where our family is, where we grew up, and where we will continue to grow our business with the support of this great community,” adds Carrick. Lastly, Carrick was asked what the secret was to decorating their business so well, complete with a giant nutcracker that lights up, and her response was a simple one, “Team work. As a family and a business, this is important. We all share our best ideas and
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By ANDY WEAVER The Nazareth Boys Basketball went to Liberty on Jan. 2 and lost, then played host to Allen on Jan. 4 and lost. They traveled to Pocono Mountain East on Jan. 7 and next go to Stroudsburg on Jan. 10. The Nazareth Girls Basketball Team played host to Liberty on Jan. 2 and won, and then went to Allen on Jan. 4 and won. They hosted Pocono Mountain East on Jan. 7 for Community Night and next will host Stroudsburg on Jan. 10 and then will host Governor Mifflin on Jan. 11. The Nazareth Wrestling Team went to Easton on Jan. 3 and won, then went to Stroudsburg on Jan. 7 and next will host Whitehall on Jan. 8. The Nazareth Swimming Team played host to Parkland on Monday, Dec. 30 and lost, then hosted Moravian Academy on Jan. 7 and next will host Freedom on Jan. 9. Afterwards is off to the EPC Diving Meet on Jan. 11 and lastly, they’ll host Central Catholic on Jan. 16. For up to the minute news, check out my website at https://nazarethsports. wordpress.com/.
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Church Directory 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. 610-262-2559 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 610-262-2882 Sat. - Vesper services 5 p.m. Sun. - Divine Liturgy 9 a.m. BETHANY WESLEYAN, Cherryville. 610-767-1239 Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship 5 p.m. BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, Bushkill Twp. 610-759-7132 Sun. –Worship 9:15 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m.
CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE Sun.- Worship 9 a.m. HC, MOORE, Danielsville. 610- 10:30 a.m. Sunday Morning 837-6051 Adventures and Adult Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. Forum. Sunday School 9:15 a.m. GRACE UNITED CONCORDIA CHURCH OF CHRIST, LUTHERAN CHURCH Northampton 610-262Northampton. 610-2627186 (HA) 8500 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 9:15 a.m. with HC, Sunday School 10:30 a.m. GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, COVENANT UNITED Pen Argyl. 610-863-4811 METHODIST, Bath. 610Sun. – Worship 8:30/10 837-7517 a.m. Sun. – Worship 8/9:15/10:30 a.m. HA, SS HOLY CROSS 9:30 a.m. EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, Nazareth. DRYLAND U.C.C., 610-759-7363 Nazareth. 610-759-4444 Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 Sun. – Worship 8/10:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m. HC, SS a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Wed.- 7 p.m. evening EGYPT COMMUNITY service CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt) 610-262-4961 HOLY FAMILY Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. ROMAN CATHOLIC Sunday School 9 a.m. CHURCH, Nazareth. 610759-0870 EMMANUEL’S Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., LUTHERAN CHURCH, M-F – Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat. Bath. 610-837-1741 – Mass 5 p.m. Sun –Traditional 8/10:45 a.m. and Contemporary/SS HOLY TRINITY 9:30 a.m. LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton 610-262FAITH FAMILY 2668 FELLOWSHIP, Bushkill Sun. – Worship 10:30 Twp. 484-408-9624 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. Sun.- Contemporary Worship 10 a.m. HOLY TRINITY SLOVAK LUTHERAN, FAITH REFORMED, Northampton 610-262Walnutport, 610-767-3505 3365 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton, 610-2629517 Sun – Worship 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:15-11:15 a.m.
CHAPMAN QUARRIES UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610GOSPEL CHAPEL 837-0935 WESLEYAN CHURCH, Sun. –Worship 11 a.m., SS Northampton, 610-26210 a.m. 8101 (N) Sun. – Worship 8/11 a.m. CHRIST CHURCH SS 9:30 a.m. OF BATH, U.C.C., S. Chestnut St. Bath. 610GRACE BIBLE 837-0345 FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Sun. – Worship 10:15 Nazareth 610-759-7036 a.m., SS 9 a.m. Sun. – Worship 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C., Schoenersville. 610-264GRACE 9325 EVANGELICAL Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. LUTHERAN CHURCH, SS 9 a.m. Nazareth 610-759-9080
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. NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-3163 Sun. – Worship 8:15/10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. NORTHAMPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Northampton 610-2625645 Sun – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m., Sunday School
9:30 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7:30 p.m. NORTHAMPTON GOD’S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-4412 (HA) Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. (ngmc. church) QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, Northampton 610-2622227 Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30 a.m., Mon. - Fri. – Mass 8 a.m. Sat. – Mass 4 p.m. RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth. 484-5971440 Sun. – Worship/meeting 10 a.m. SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. 610837-7874 Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., Mon.-Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri – Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 4:30 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., SS 9:15 a.m. ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL Nazareth 610-746-3910 Sun. – SS/Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1061 Sun. - Worship 8/10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-3090. Sun. - Worship 8/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship with HC 5:30 p.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Howertown. 610-262-8666 Sun. - Worship 9 a.m.
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ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun. – 9 a.m.Contemporary Worship, 10 a.m.- Christian Formation, 11 a.m.- Classic Worship ST. NICHOLAS R.C., Berlinsville. 610-767-3107 Sun. – (M-F) 8:30 a.m., Sat. 4:30 p.m., Sun. 8:30/10:30 a.m. ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton, 610-2612910. 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 610-8377426 Sun. – 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, Northampton 610-837-5894 Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m. BS 9:30 a.m., Wed.- BS and Prayer 7 p.m. WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST 610-7678939 Sat. – Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. ZION’S STONE U.C.C., Kreidersville 610262-1133 Sun. – SS 9 a.m., Worship 10:15 a.m. ZION E.L. CHURCH, Northampton, 610-2626636 (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
Obituaries Wayne R. Cromer
Wayne R. Cromer, 74, of Moore Township, formerly of Chapman Quarries, was stricken at home and passed away suddenly on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, at Lehigh Valley Hospital – Muhlenberg. He was the husband of Rhea A. (Scholl) Cromer. Together they celebrated their 34th wedding anniversary on Sept. 21. Born in Sewickley Valley, PA, he was the son of the late Warren and Mildred (Karnes) Cromer. Wayne attended Emmaus High School. A member of the Iron Workers Union Local 36, Allentown, Wayne was a welder and ironworker for more than 30 years before retiring in 2001. Riding his Harley-Davidson Motorcycle were among his favorite pastimes, as well as socializing at many of the local social clubs in the area where he was a member, which included the Bath and Nazareth American Legions, Vigilance Hose and East Lawn Social Clubs both of Nazareth, and Petersville Rod & Gun Club. Wayne was also an avid Pittsburgh Steeler fan. Survivors: In addition to his loving wife, Rhea, he will be dearly missed by his daughter, Amber R. Alban and her fiancé, Brennen Harding, of Northampton; two grandsons, Chase and Landon; brother-in-law, Scott Scholl and his wife, Debbie, of Chapman Quarries; sister-in-law, Beverly Kanyuk and her husband, Michael, of Moore Township; along with many nieces, nephews and their families. Services: A public viewing was held on Thursday evening, Jan. 2, 2020, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, LLC, 2165 Community Drive, Route 946, Village of Moorestown – Bath, PA 18014. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to Wayne’s family in care of the funeral home.
A Family Tradition of
Sermonette Following Jesus by Franklin Homme
cause we are following Him, our gentle and humble leader (Matthew 11:29) is never burdensome; it’s the way of hope and healing. Our awards for following Jesus are available now in the form of Christ’s peace and joy in our hearts, the sweet fellowship of our faith community. He will give us much more than we ever sacrificed to Him. Because we following Him, our gentile and humble leader (Matt.11:29) is never burdensome- it’s the way of hope and healing. Well what do you think of peace- (Peace). Have you ever considered the peace God gives to those who love Him? (Col. 3:15). As we seek His peace, we trust that He will meet us with His love. In order to follow Jesus, we need to read the scriptures-teaches us how to live. Believing and accepting that the Father loves you will in turn affect your feelings for Him. Commit to knowing Him more intimately and accurately through His word, and your affection and prayer, you’ll discover that the saying “to know him is to love Him” is certainly true of God. Marriage requires commitment and trust (and God helps others to forgive and trust) - And God in a miraculous way restored their marriage. And if we follow God he will lead us in right direction. God longs for us today to be near Him. As we come to Him in faith we can trust that in Him we find complete fulfillment.
Those of us who got married said our vows – apart of which said we follow our partners. We dedicate ourselves to each other and before we know it we are married 40, 50, even 60 years. We dedicate ourselves until death do us part. Have you ever followed a car to go somewhere – and it seemed that the car forgot you were following them? What if someone gets in front of you-or a fork in the road appears and you have to decide, did the person you are following turn there? You must choose which way to go. One thing is for sure; if God is leading in your lift, he’ll tell you which way to go. When observing this, the impression is not necessarily that of someone who knows everywhere they’re going, but of someone who clearly knows who they’re following. Same way with your marriage decades later, your marriage is tight threaded with love and a commitment that have carried you through both hard and good times. Year after year you have both recommitted your dedication to support each other. (with God’s help) Jeremiah 2:18;8;3;14-15 – (Jeremiah.2:2) Sometimes we are willing to follow Jesus as long as He’s going where we want. We should trust Him regardless of where He leads us. Despite the undeniably powerful feeling in the early stages, time can dull the sharp edge of love and a lack of zeal can lead to unfaithfulness. We know it will be a problem in our marriage. What about the fervor of your love with God? Are we devoted to Him? We must deny ourselves and take up the cross (Matt. 6:19-21). O God, our plans mean nothing if we aren’t following God. Our real treasure isn’t measured in what we accumulate-but in what or when we invest our time and our passions-what treasures “are we are storing up in Heaven Submitted by by serving and following Jesus.” THOMAS LeCLAIR Self-denial means giving up our State Rep. Robert Freeman, Dright to lead and surrendering to Northampton, today announced Christ lordship over our loves. Bethat Easton will receive $50,000 through the Department of Community and Economic DevelopCourteous, Dignified Service ment’s Keystone Communities Program. The funding will be used by
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the Greater Easton Development Partnership in collaboration with the Easton Main Street Initiative for property and business owners in the form of matching grants for renovations, restorations and repairs to existing building façades and new signage benefitting at least ten storefronts. “This funding will help to restore and enhance façades to assist Easton’s ongoing revitalization, which has made it an attractive place for visitors and residents alike,” Freeman said. “By making investments like this, our local businesses will continue to boost our economy and help enhance the quality of life for everyone who lives in or visits Easton.” The Keystone Communities program supports local initiatives designed to grow and stabilize neighborhoods and communities, foster effective public-private partnerships and enhance the overall quality of life for residents.
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Minute w/Mayor Continued from page 7
thank you to all of the responding fire departments…and, to the amazing volunteer men and women of each department your bravery and dedication does not go unnoticed. Don't forget - the next meeting of the PA State Police Neighborhood Watch Group Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 6 p.m. I urge residents and business owners to attend. Together we can do more to keep our community safe. Also, stay tuned to the Borough website and Facebook page for information and updates on the happenings within the Borough. Lastly, if you haven't registered for the free information alert system for the Borough (NIXLE) - be sure to do so. In closing, I wish you all a very healthy, happy and prosperous New Year!
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PUBLIC NOTICE-LEGAL ESTATE NOTICE Estate of ALBERTA M. WERTMAN, a/k/a ALBERTA WERTMAN, deceased, late of Walnutport Borough, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, Letters Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the Decedent to make the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to: Co-Executors: Carol L. Polkowski AND Jeffrey C. Wertman c/o Joshua D. Shulman, Esquire SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC 1935 Center Street Northampton, PA 18067 (12/26-1/9) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Michael K. Greene late of the Township of Moore, County of Northampton and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased. Letters Testamentary on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons indebted to the 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. Kimberly Yvonne Houck a/k/a Kimberly Yvonne Greene 74 Roth Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Executor DANIEL G. SPENGLER, ESQUIRE 110 East Main Street Bath, PA 18014 Attorney for the Estate (1/2-1/16)
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First Regional Compost Authority, General Board Meeting Schedule for 2020 is as follows; January 21, March 17, May 19, July 21, September 15, November 17, 2020. Meetings will be held at The Moore Township Municipal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath PA, 18104 at 9:30am. (1/9)
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The Council of the Borough of Nazareth has established the following times and dates for its monthly meetings. Monthly Workshop Meetings will be held on the last Thursday before the first Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the Nazareth Borough Council Chambers, 159 West Center Street. Monthly Business Meetings will be held on the first Monday of each month except when Monday is a holiday. In the case of a Monday holiday, the regular Business Meeting will be held on the first Tuesday of the month. The Business Meeting will begin promptly at 6:00 p.m. Any change to the above meeting schedule, times or location will be preceded by a written notice specifying cancellation, postponement or change of time or venue. **Any person with a disability requiring special accommodation to attend a Borough Council Meeting should notify the Borough Clerk at 610-759-0202 as early as possible but no later than 3-5 days prior to the Meeting. The Borough of Nazareth will make every effort to provide a reasonable accommodation Daniel Chiavaroli President The Borough of Nazareth (1/9) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Herman E. Gestl, late of Moore Township, County of Northampton and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased. Letters of Administration 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. Edwin D. Gestl 2455 Williams Rd. Bath, PA 18014 Administrator DANIEL G. SPENGLER, ESQUIRE 110 East Main Street Bath, PA 18014 Attorney for the Estate (1/9-1/23) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Peggy J. Reed, late of the Township of Bethlehem, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Bruce Bradley Reed, Executor of the Estate of Peggy J. Reed. 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 Bruce Bradley Reed c/o Richard P. Kovacs, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Richard P. Kovacs, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 38884 (1/9-1/23)
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B Braun crowned Ice Cream Wars 12 champion
submitted by ALLISON DOLAN The Da Vinci Science Center announced today that B Braun was crowned the Ice Cream Wars 12 champion. Team B Braun’s Ninja Turtle recipe tallied the most votes from the Ice Cream Wars crowd, and also won the Judge’s Choice Award from the Science Center’s Foodie Fan Panel. The winning recipe was made from high quality ingredients including pistachio ice cream, Heath Bar, caramel, and fudge. Nine teams competed for the hearts, minds, and taste buds of visitors, creating fresh batches of ice cream that were instantly frozen using liquid nitrogen at negative 321 degrees Fahrenheit. Teams provided over 12,500 servings of ice cream. “Ice Cream Wars showcases a love of sweet treats and a fun way to learn about science and art,” said Tyler Groft, Senior Manager of Museum Experience for the Da Vinci Science Center. “Visitors can sample flavors from local organizations, which showcase their
creativity, innovative spirit, and passion for giving back to our community.” When mixed with roomtemperature ingredients, liquid nitrogen evaporates quickly and produces a smooth, creamy ice cream treat that is safe to eat in minutes, offering a tasty chemistry lesson for kids. The team from PPL finished second in the final standings. The Foodie Fan Panel presented a number of additional awards, including: • Judge’s Choice Award: B Braun, Ninja Turtle • Best Team Spirit: PPL, Centennial Crunch • Best in Science: Cedar Crest College, Franki Falcon’s Poppin’ Fudge Ice Cream (with homemade poppin’ rocks!) • Most Groovy: B104, Disco Party • Best Recipe Name: ATAS International, Inc., UnBEARably Chocolate • Best Oldie but Goodie: UGI, Banana Split • Most Festive: Highmark Blue Shield, Peppermint
• Best in Crunch: St. Luke’s University Health Network, Sesame Street Treat • Most Unique Topping: WFMZ, C is for Cookie (with a cookie C on top!) Ice Cream Wars, now in its twelfth year, is the ultimate ice cream taste-testing competition in which Lehigh Valley area organizations develop their own homemade ice cream flavors and then team up with Da Vinci Science Center educators to freeze the ice cream before your very eyes with the use of liquid nitrogen. The Udder Bar on W. Allen Street in Allentown plans to sell the winning flavor for a limited time in March and donate 10% of sales to the Da Vinci Science Center’s Science Inquiry Fund. The donation will provide need and interest based scholarships for science education programs to underserved children throughout the Lehigh Valley. Ice Cream Wars 12 is presented by ATAS International, Inc., with support from PPL.
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Our Best Friends Have Hairy Legs! 5 signs your pet has carbon monoxide poisoning vettedpetcare.com Carbon monoxide is odorless, colorless, and invisible. We’ve all heard of the dangers CO poses to humans, but rarely does pet carbon monoxide poisoning make the news. Did you know that small children and animals can die of carbon monoxide poisoning inside an enclosed vehicle in less than fifteen minutes? When carbon monoxide is inhaled, it instantaneously reduces oxygen delivery to the body, including the brain. Because it so quickly affects the cognitive functions of its victims, carbon monoxide poisoning can be difficult to spot until it’s too late. Here are five signs your pet might be suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning.
1. Weakness/Lethargy If your dog or cat is listless, something is amiss, particularly if you found them this way in an enclosed space. In any situation – carbon monoxide or not – immediately take a truly lethargic animal to an emergency vet’s office for potentially life-saving treatment. 2. Sudden Vomiting One of the primary symptoms of carbon monoxide exposure in both pets and humans is nausea. If your pet suddenly begins vomiting inside an enclosed space or if you find that they have vomited and are now weak and/or lethargic, remove them from the space and call your vet immediately. 3. Difficulty Breathing An animal having trouble
breathing is almost always something serious. Immediately move the animals outdoors where he can breathe in as much oxygen as possible. Because carbon monoxide so readily affects the lungs, breathing difficulties often occur before sufferers lose consciousness. 4. Seizures In those suffering from CO poisoning, seizures are common. They result from oxygen loss to the brain and can be indicative of a more serious condition. Other than to get the pet outside where he can breathe in more oxygen, try to avoid moving an animal having a seizure unless he is in imminent danger.
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5. Loss of Consciousness The final stage of acute carbon monoxide poisoning is loss of consciousness. Most humans who die of carbon monoxide poisoning do so because they reach a point where their brain can’t tell them something’s wrong.
If your dog or cat can’t be roused, rush them to an emergency vet. Pets are most likely to suffer from carbon monoxide poisoning in rooms with gas heating systems, closed garages, and in running vehicles. If you suspect your pet has been exposed to high
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