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Bath Council approves ordinances, Resolutions on number of issues

By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News

ROW OF AMERICAN FLAGS are shown flying at Kicker’s Pub on the square in Bath for the 4th of July weekend.

– Home News photo

Although two members of Bath Borough Council were away on vacation, those who were on hand had a busy night at their monthly meeting on Monday.

They had ordinances and resolutions to deal with, some of which have been controversial issues over the past few months.

First ordinance that was adopted exempts open/closed signs that are on walls of businesses and establishes regulations on signs. Letters will be sent out to the businesses, letting them know the regulations.

Second was a law regulating air pollution and prohibiting open burning within the borough.

A third changes the time

that businesses and residents can put their garbage out, changing the earliest time from 5 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesdays for Wednesday pick-up.

Since that has been debatable, Council had representatives of trash hauler, J. P. Mascaro & Sons, come to answer questions and complaints that were raised. Councilman Mark Saginario told them that on Chestnut St. where he lives the pick-up sometimes occurs on a Thursday and he also found trash that is thrown around. Council President Robert Fields reported that a Mascaro worker threw a garbage can on to the truck, but garbage fell on the street.

Councilman Mike Reph also found trash in the street.

Saginario said he wouldn’t vote to renew their contract if something is not done about

Moore Township supervisors Do work on three ordinances

By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News

Moore Township’s Board of Supervisors this past Tuesday discussed one proposed ordinance, voted to advertise another, and amended a third at their monthly meeting.

Up for further discussion was an ordinance that would allow drinking of alcoholic beverages at the recreation park pavilion and its parking lot when a $50 permit is taken out for use of the pavilion.

The ordinance as proposed would amend a previous ordinance, which did not allow any drinking in the recreation area. Even in its new form, no liquor or beer could be sold there.

Supervisor Dan Piorkowski questioned about beer being sold for the 250th anniversary, when it is celebrated in 2015. Chairman David Tashner said the ordinance could be worded for the anniversary only. So the law will be given more discussion with solicitor David Backenstoe until a satisfactory draft can be brought to the township meeting.

The supervisors did vote to advertise a garbage ordinance. It requires every property owner or resident to contract with a private

hauler, or if they take it to some work place for disposal they would need a note to that effect for the township. Backenstoe said it would be a self-policing ordinance.

The flood plain ordinance that the township had in effect was amended to conform to the revised regulations of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and that was approved.

Still another ordinance on non-uniform pensions was to be advertised for a special meeting on July 11. If approved, it would put $2.50 an hour for all township employees into an annuity.

A resolution was noted that would allow local police to use radar, just as State Police do, in checking motorists’ speeding. There are two bills in the state Legislature about it, S.B. 1340 and H.B. 1272.

Other Matters • Tashner said work has been completed on gravel roads that needed spring repairs. The public works department will also be working on blow-outs. They are working with Bushkill Township to complete paving on Johnson Rd. for $17,000.

• While there was no report from the First Regional Compost Authority, it was noted that

these complaints. He suggested a corrective action plan. The Mascaro representative said they get weekly reports and the problems will be resolved. Mascaro’s contract extends to 2016.

After that scenario, Council later took action on collection of sanitation fees from delinquent property owners. Two attorneys from Portnoff Law Associates reported how they deal with delinquencies, not only in this case, but also with school taxes, water and sewer bills that go far beyond the payment deadline. They said the typical response is 40%. If there is no response, a lien is filed and served by the sheriff. The sheriff’s sale would be the last step.

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there has been some illegal dumping of grass and sod.

The cooperation of the public is needed so that this is not repeated.

• A representative of the Environmental Advisory Council reported that a newsletter on EAC activities has been printed. Residents were complimented for getting in articles for it. The recent recycling event went very well with assistance from local Boy Scouts.

• Sterling Laubach reported for the recreation commission that the Northampton High School football team wants to play two football games on the township recreation area fields. It was approved.

In other items, it was noted that a permit is required for use of the recreation pavilion. . . .Ralph Kocher is the new president of Northampton soccer and the spring soccer has started. . . .On July 12-13 there will be a softball tour-

Nazareth Concerns raised about local police.

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The first award, a $500 scholarship, was presented to Jaclyn Marcantonio. Jaclyn, a granddaughter of Phillip and Mary Jean Spaziani, is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in graphic design at East Stroudsburg University.

The recipient of this award must be a child, grandchild, or great-grandchild of a member of the chapter and must be either a senior at a public high school in Northampton County or a graduate of such a school who is a student at an institution of higher education.

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Kovacs then introduced Phillip Spaziani to present this year’s Lauretta Woodson Awards, given annually through the state PASR to recognize both an educator and a support professional who have exhibited creativity, initiative, or productivity relevant to the learning process and growth of children. This year’s awards were presented to Dee Darragh, a school nurse, and B. J. Smith, a high school secretary, both from Easton Area School District.

Each received $100 along with a plaque and medal commemorating their achievement.

Kovacs presented the final award, the Arthur D. MacDonald Award, to Peggy Stoudt, Cabinet Secretrary for Human Resources at IU 20. This award of $100 is presented annually in honor of a very active chapter member who was prominent in IU 20 for many years before his retirement. Stoudt’s selection seemed particularly appropriate because she had been MacDonald’s secretary when she first worked at the IU.

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nament at the recreation area.

• Secretary-Treasurer Richard Gable showed two of the hand-made pottery mugs that are being sold to raise funds for next year’s 250th anniversary celebration. They sell for $20.00 each and can be purchased on weekdays at the township building located at 2491 Community Drive (Rt. 946).

• Sunny Slope Farms is being sold and its 40 acres has been appraised at $863,000.

The Moore Township Supervisors will make an offer to buy it at a price of $700,000 to $800,000. The land could then be preserved, selling only one piece of the acreage. They will negotiate with Miklas Realty.

• The township will charge $275.00 to mow grass at 3097 Delps Rd. and Bok & Laurel Lane, where it is four feet high.

• Klecknersville Rangers Vol. Fire Co. fire recorder Jason Harhart had this report for June activities: The fire

fighters responded to 16 fire calls (4 fires, 2 accidents, 2 fire police, 3 automatic fire alarms, 1 ambulance assist), that needed 105 man-hours.

The volunteers also participated in 114 man-hours of fire and ambulance training. The ambulance crew responded to 46 calls that required 184 man-hours.

Events

Free Summer Sundays at Moravian Hall Square will continue through August 31 from 1 – 4 p.m. Free admission to the Whitefield House Museum. FMI: 610-759-5070.

The 34th annual Northampton Community Days Fair - Northampton Community Park, Laubach Avenue & Smith Lane, Northampton on July 9 thru 12. The Northampton Exchange Club sponsors Northampton Community Days Fair with the proceeds benefiting Northampton Exchange Club donations for community service projects.

Wigs for Kids Hair Fair Bath Republican Club, July 12 from 12 - 5 p.m. Haircuts, games, raffles, food and music. FMI: 610-837-9730.

Pasture Management and Canopy Cover - Presentation will be held on July 17 at Equi-librium, 524 Fahr Rd., Nazareth at 7 p.m.

Featuring speaker Donna Foulk. Free and open to the public. FMI: 610-704-4130.

Free Summer Concert July 16 – Emil Schanta at 6:30 p.m. Featuring a Polka party at Alliance playground in Northampton.

Nazareth Merchant Sidewalk Sale Days - July 17, 18 and 19 throughout the borough Nazareth’s Block Party July 18 throughout the borough.

Nazareth Day at the Circle and Nazareth Days at Borough Park - July 19, 9 a.m. - 3:30. Fireworks at 10 p.m.

Lewis & Clark Circus July 22 and 23, will be held at 5 and 7:30 p.m. each day at the Northampton Municipal Park.

7th Annual Martin on Main – Live music, food court, artisans, guitar raffle and more will be held on Main St. in Nazareth from 1 – 7 p.m. on August 2, 2014.

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•Bridge 133 Allen Township has received notice concerning bridge repairs which are planned to commence on Monday, July 14 and continue through October 31 for Northampton County Bridge 133 which carries Valley Road over the Hokendauqua Creek in the Township. These repairs will require the bridge to be closed and the road detoured.

A detour plan for the proposed project has been provided by Northampton County and is available on the Township website. The subject bridge is shown as a circle on the plan and the detour route is shown as a heavy hatched line.

If you have any specific concerns or questions regarding this project, please contact Carl T. McGloughlin, P.E., (BortonLawson) Senior Project Manager, Highway Infrastructure at 484-821-0470 extension 2226.

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Pennsylvania’s Bald Eagles Continue Their Climb Mid-year survey boasts record number of nests Submitted by TRAVIS LAU At its midway point, there’s already reason to believe 2014 just might go down as the “Year of the Pennsylvania Bald Eagle.”

In January, the Pennsylvania Game Commission removed the bald eagle from the state’s list of threatened species, capping a 30-year comeback that ranks as one of the great success stories in wildlife-conservation history.

And in the months that followed, more than 3 million viewers joined in the celebration, watching online as three bald eaglets hatched, then developed into birds strong enough to fledge the Pittsburgh nest in which they grew up.

Now, the Pennsylvania Game Commission reports its mid-year inventory of baldeagle nests yet again boasts a record total.

Each year, just before the Fourth of July, the Game Commission releases a preliminary count of bald-eagle nests statewide. The report serves to celebrate the bald eagle – our national symbol of strength and freedom –

as well as the terrific progress the species has made in Pennsylvania since the onset of a reintroduction program in 1983.

So far this year, 254 baldeagle nests have been documented in Pennsylvania, with nesting eagles present in at least 59 of the state’s 67 counties.

The number of nests and the number of counties with nests both are all-time highs for the mid-year report, according to the Game Commission.

Game Commission Executive Director R. Matthew Hough said the report, once again, rewrites that final chapter in the story of the bald eagle’s recovery in Pennsylvania. While the report provides only preliminary data, and still more nests will be documented as the year goes on, the results are heartwarming, he said.

“The all-time high numbers illustrate Pennsylvania’s bald-eagle population is better than ever,” Hough said.

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“Over my career with the Game Commission, I have watched this agency jumpstart eagle recovery in 1983, and now I’m seeing the results of all that hard work,” Hough said. “I, and I’m sure all Pennsylvanians, are proud of this amazing recovery. More importantly, more of us are seeing eagles than ever before.

That never gets old. They’re such exciting birds.”

Twenty-two of the 254 nests reported so far this year are attributed to adult pairs that have not previously been documented as nesting in Pennsylvania.

That’s a significant number given that the total number of nests documented – 254 – is up only slightly compared to the 2013 mid-year report, which totaled 252 nests by July 4. The fact the number of counties with active nests increased from 57 to 59 between the 2013 and 2014 mid-year reports also speaks to potential expansion in the bald-eagle population, said Patti Barber, a biologist with the Game Commission’s Endangered and Nongame Birds section.

Barber said that, as bald eagles become more common in Pennsylvania, the challenge to document bald-eagle nests could grow. People who have reported a nest as active in a previous year might not realize they should report back each year to help the Game Commission track the population over time, she said.

Also, folks might assume bald eagles they’re seeing are associated with long-established nests, as opposed to new pairs setting up territories near established nests, Barber said.

Reports of bald-eagle nests always are appreciated. Perhaps the easiest way to report a nest is to contact the Game Commission through its public comments email address: pgccomments@pa.gov, and use the words “Eagle Nest Information” in the subject field.

Reports also can be phoned in to a Game Commission Region Office or the Harrisburg headquarters.

“This year as much as any really has driven home the fact Pennsylvanians are fascinated with eagles and love watching them,” Barber said.

“Eagles attract a lot of attention and understandably so, but that doesn’t mean the Game Commission knows about nests in areas where you’ve been seeing them. So please don’t hesitate to report these sites.”

Each year, bald-eagle nests continue to be reported as the

year goes on. In 2013, for instance, the preliminary number of 252 nests ballooned to 273 nests by year’s end. Other years have produced similar results.

But even the running tally is something about which Pennsylvanians can be proud, Barber said.

In 1983, when the Game Commission launched a seven-year reintroduction program, only three bald-eagle pairs were nesting statewide.

Today, there are 254 with more remaining to be counted.

“This is one of the greatest wildlife success stories out there, and it’s not over,” Barber said. “Pennsylvania continues to sustain a healthy and growing bald-eagle population, and the fact eagles are branching out to more areas of the state indicates there are more gains to come.”

Hough noted the enjoyment and excitement that accompanies each bald-eagle sighting. Those qualities, he said, have been evident this year not only in the field, but quantified by the number of people going online each day to watch nature unfold. With the state’s expanding and growing bald-eagle population, there should be plenty to get excited about for many years to come, he said.

“Pennsylvania’s eagles have spent so much of 2014 in the spotlight, and they’ve made for some great stories,” Hough said. “All three of the bald eagles that hatched this spring in front of an online audience fledged their nest – that’s a great story by itself.

“But it’s a story too that’s completely within the character of Pennsylvania’s eagles,” he said. “Each year, there are too many great stories to count, and each year builds upon previous successes to reach new heights.

“You might say that, for many decades now, each year could be considered the ‘Year of the Pennsylvania Bald Eagle,’” Hough said. “And there promises to be many more to come.”

Eagle reintroduction While Pennsylvania’s baldeagle population is soaring, just 30 years ago, the bald eagle’s future looked bleak.

Its population decimated by the effects of water pollution, persecution and compromised nest success caused by organochlorine pesticides such as DDT, only three pairs of nesting eagles remained in the state – all of them located in Crawford County, in northwestern Pennsylvania along the Ohio border.

In 1983, the Game Commission launched a seven-year bald eagle restoration pro-

www.HomeNewsPA.com gram. The agency, as part of a federal restoration initiative, sent employees to Saskatchewan to obtain eaglets from wild nests.

Initially, 12 seven-week-old eaglets were taken from nests in Canada’s Churchill River valley and brought to specially constructed towers at two sites. At these towers – at Haldeman Island on the Susquehanna River near Harrisburg, and at Shohola Lake in Pike County – the birds were “hacked,” a process by which the eaglets essentially are raised by humans, but without knowing it, then released gradually into the wild.

In all, 88 bald eaglets from Canada were released from the sites as part of the program, which was funded in part by the Richard King Mellon Foundation of Pittsburgh and the federal Endangered Species Fund.

This reintroduction jumpstarted the recovery.

By 1998, Pennsylvania was home to 25 pairs of nesting bald eagles. Within the next three years, the number of nesting pairs doubled and by 2006, more than 100 nests were confirmed statewide.

The bald eagle population has continued to grow and expand in Pennsylvania and in January the Game Commission removed the bald eagle from the state’s list of threatened species.

Eagle-viewing tips While the bald eagle is no longer threatened in Pennsylvania or nationally, care still should be taken when viewing eagles, to prevent frightening them.

Those encountering nests are asked to keep a safe distance. Disturbing eagles is illegal under the federal Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. Some pairs are tolerant of human activity, while others are sensitive. Their reaction often depends on the activity and approach of the individual, the nesting cycle stage, and if the eagles are used to seeing people.

Adults that are scared from a nest could abandon it, or might not return in time to keep unhatched eggs or young nestlings at the proper temperature. Frightened eaglets also could jump from the safety of the nest, then have no way to return.

Those viewing eagle nests are urged to keep their distance and use binoculars or spotting scopes to aid their viewing.

For more information on bald eagles and eagle-viewing etiquette, visit the Game Commission’s website, www. pgc.state.pa.us.

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Grow UR Biz in 2014 – Crash

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What would be the worst thing professionally or personally to happen to your beloved computer? CRASH....it happened to me this week. I walked in the house, sat down to work and it was dead, dead as a doornail.

I’m trying not to panic, I have a speech next week, it’s on the computer, I have over 100 emails to answer, they are on the computer, I have reports due, they are on the computer. Ok, I’m panicking.

It’s time to jump in the car and drive to the Apple store.

The staff there can see the angst on my face. She explains I need an appointment with the genius bar and the first one available is the next day at 3:45 p.m. I’m sinking into a minor depression. Will they be able to fix it, when will I get it back, and the biggest issue of all, will I lose my data? I went home after an hour of Apple employees holding my hand and telling me the options. EXTREME CUSTOMER SERVICE. As a matter of fact, I watched as another customer came in, clearly upset. He drove a long way to find out he needed the genius bar appointment. The staff member was so reassuring, so kind and so honest with him.

I went back the next day and met with Terry. He explained the psychology behind our attachment to our computers. I listened, totally buying into what he was say-

ing. He gently explained what might be wrong, reassured me that the problem will be solved no matter what. He attempted to solve it himself with no luck but identified what he thought was wrong.

He said the magic words, ‘we will get back to you in 48 hours no matter what and let you know how your computer is doing.’ I felt so reassured and was more than willing to leave my baby in the Apple hospital.

The call came 12 hours later, the baby made it through the surgery; it was a success and, the best news ever, I didn’t lose anything and it was under warranty.

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family friendly, with age appropriate awards to be presented. Registration begins at 8 a.m. with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. There will be food, snacks, and awards at 11 a.m.

Hole sponsorships are also available. The funds raised will benefit our scholarship fund. This is the major fundraiser for the scholarship fund that we host. Each year we award scholarships to woman in the Lehigh Valley who have returned to school to secure a degree. We awarded 5 scholarships totaling $4500.00 in 2013. In the past 20 years we have given over $35,000 in scholarships in the Lehigh Valley.

EWI is a 75 year old organization, with a chapter in the Lehigh Valley for over 30 years. The Lehigh Valley chapter is a networking group that brings woman in the area together. Besides the scholarships, we also host two reading rallies at Northeast Ministries, Bethlehem each year and donate to under privileged families during the holiday season.

To receive more information about the miniature golf outing and about joining EWI please send an email to rmenterprises1105@gmail. com or call 570-977-2253.

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agent for details). The course is available to drivers, age 50 years and older, who have not yet completed the initial course or who have let three years pass since taking it.

The cost of the course for AARP members, with proof of membership, is $15 per person. The cost for nonmembers is $20 per person.

All participants must bring their AARP membership card (if applicable) and a valid driver’s license. The event in-

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Join park staff on a two hour search for the midsummer botanical treasures of Jacobsburg! Be prepared for a moderate hike that may involve muddy slopes and uphill climbs. Please bring binoculars, a camera, water and a snack and wear sturdy shoes. To register, contact Andy Fedor at 610-746-2801 or anfedor@pa.gov.

Moth Magic Saturday, July 26 8:00-10:00 p.m.

Moths are everywhere but can be easy to overlook.

Join local moth enthusiast Steve Kloiber as we search for moths and other insects of the night. Steve will try to lure them in with lights and sugaring. Please bring a flashlight. To register, contact Andy Fedor at 610-746-2801 or anfedor@pa.gov.

DiscoverE: Sketching in Nature Coming August 4-8 This camp for students Brian Hardiman ages 9-12 will teach the art of drawing using subjects found Featured at in nature. We will learn about Speaker Series the biology of plants and animals by studying their feaSubmitted by tures and making sketches LAUREN FORSTER Jacobsburg Environment of them. Students will get to Ed. Center Speaker Series keep their sketch pad and featuring Brian Hardiman pencil set. To register, contact will be held on Friday, July 25 Andy Fedor at 610-746-2801 from 7:00 until 8:00 p.m. Join or anfedor@pa.gov.

For community programs, educator Brian Hardiman from the Monroe County you can also register online at Conservation District as he http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/ presents, “Sssnakes Alive!” and click on “What to Do” Designed for all ages, this and “Calendar of Events.” If program focuses on the iden- you need an accommodation tification and biological roles to participate in a program of our local species of snakes please contact the park office. and includes a slide-illustrat- With at least three days notice, interpreters for people ed talk and live snakes!

To register, contact Rick who are deaf or hard of hearWiltraut at 610-746-2801 or ing are available for educational programs. rwiltraut@pa.gov.

Butterflies of Jacobsburg Saturday, July 26 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Join us for this walk through the fields of Jacobsburg in search of these beautiful insects. We’ll show you how to identify local species and Submitted by explain how you can help ROSEMARIE MURPHY butterflies in your area. ParExecutive Woman’s Interticipants should wear sturdy hiking shoes. Hat, sunscreen, national (EWI) of the Lehigh binoculars, and cameras are Valley will be hosting our 2nd recommended. To register, annual miniature golf outing please contact Rick Wiltraut on August 2, 2014 at Putt U on at 610-746-2810 or rwiltraut@ Route 309, Center Valley PA. The cost of a foursome to golf pa.gov. will be $50, individual golfers Mid-Summer $15, or Breakfast, snacks and Wildflower Walk awards for $10. The event is a Saturday, July 26

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Submitted by KRISTY MUENZ Community members will soon get the opportunity to refresh their driving skills, thanks to Traditions of Hanover Independent Living and AARP. Traditions of Hanover will hold a two-day AARP Safe Driver Initial Course on Tuesday, July 15 & Wednesday, July 16 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.

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Seating is limited. If you can’t make it to this event, there will be another opportunity for a one-day refresher course on Wednesday, August 20 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Call Megan Sedlock, marketing associate, at 484-893-6034 to register for either course.

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by Pete G. Ossip I hope you all had a wonderful 4th of July. We had rain and thunderstorms at times, but I reckon most folks got their picnicking in. The weather turned out great for Friday afternoon and again on Saturday and Sunday, cool and no humidity. That returned on Monday after the holiday weekend. . . .It was great to see all the American flags that were flying, either on people’s homes or businesses, in their yards, or from their car windows. It didn’t matter, just so the red, white and blue were there. . . .It’s kinda been lost in time as people pass away and new folks come to town, but this Wednesday was the 69th anniversary of Bath’s flood – July 9, 1945. Floods are kinda common these days with heavy rains, but this one was here, so it’s more important to us. It was around 7:00 o’clock at night that we had a cloudburst, and it dumped tons of water downtown as the Monocacy Creek went over its banks. Days and days were spent digging out all the mud,

how much money they’re getting from the state area probably a couple . . . . Highway department did a nice job re-surfacing Rt. 946 between Klecknersville and past Moorestown, and on Monday they painted all the yellow lines to keep cars in line. . . . Between the Northampton Community Days Fair and the Sacred Heart Church picnic here in town it’s gonna be some busy days. Gotta keep the gas tank filled to go back and forth, I reckon. . . .Hear tell that “Chick” Liberto is ailing. Get well soon, “Chick”.

The hearts gang at the Legion will be looking for you come next Wednesday, I hear. . . .

Sharon Schrantz can’t believe that it’s 50 years since she graduated in 1964. But that’s how time flies, Sharon. Try 66, says Ye Ed, Rosie, Charlotte, John and others of that time. . . . Shoulda mowed while the humidity was down. Now I’m just gonna hafta sweat it out.

Brew up another batch of iced tea, Elmira!

but there was some help from German prisoners of war. One little guy drowned, Spengler’s barbershop drifted across the square to Bob Scaife’s gas station lot, and John Tashner hadta call off his Boy Scout Troop 33 meeting. Any more memories you might have of that day in Bath’s history? . . . My sympathy to the family of Bernice Kulp, who passed away last Monday. She was a great lady in Lions, Eastern Star and Girl Scouts. The Lions, I know, are really gonna miss her. Sorry for your loss, Willard. . . . I hear council person Kathryn Roberts took matters into her own hands when she saw truckers speeding or doing something else that was against the rules of the road. She called the trucking company and reported the violation. They took action and told the driver about it.

Thatta girl! . . . . School taxes Continued from page 1 are in the mail, so better dig Councilwoman Kathryn deep. They’re getting higher.

I suppose there’s lots of rea- Roberts, who works for an atsons why, but a new middle torney, had questions conschool, and the question of cerning collections and ethical rules. The leading attorney for Portnoff said their customer service staff handles calls , and they themselves are not a collection agency.

Council approved an ordinance that okays the Portnoff collection procedures, which the borough hopes will net thousands of dollars that are owed, but at a 40% fee.

Approval was given to advertising an ordinance that will allow a handicapped parking space at 130 Old Forge Drive.

NORTHAMPTON COMMUNITY FAIR Resolutions A resolution approved supports the submission of a grant to the Northampton County MUHLENBERG HOSPITAL FESTIVAL Gaming Revenue & Economic Redevelopment Authority for a natural gas conversion upgrade at the fire station on Center Street.

Another resolution seeks a grant from the Greenways, Trails & Recreation Program by the Commonwealth Financing Authority so that a disc golf course can be established at Volunteer Fire- fighters Park.

Estimated cost is $28,535 with a grant request of $24,254.75 and a 15% match from the borough of $4,280.25.

Borough Manager Tom Petrucci was also authorized to seek a Monroe County local share account gaming grant so the borough can purchase a street sweeper, estimated to cost $142,000.

Pertucci is waiting for Northampton County approvCooking DEMO from 4-6 pm al of CDBG funds for updating storm water inlets in the comMeals on Wheels of Northampton County munity.

Healthy treats using produce from Twin Maple Farms Other Matters • A contract with Barker & Music by the James Hummel Barker to reconstruct Creek Road and Century Drive at a and Lorri Woodward Duet cost of $159,930, with grant asFresh this week: Bell and hot peppers, sistance, was approved. zucchini, cucumbers, broccoli, cauliflower, chard, • The borough’ website will be revised, using the Bath kale, cabbage, string beans, peas, lettuce, Business & Community Partroot vegetables, fingerling potatoes nership allocation of $3,000.

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with Direct Energy Business, at a three-year price of $5.693 per therm/Dth. UGI recently raised its rate to $6.498.

• S. Chestnut St. will be repaved sometime this month, it was confirmed. Property owners will be notified.

• Wunderler’s Way has been reconstructed. Although not connected, a sinkhole developed on a property not far way on Keim Street, and a bill was sent for streets department repairs to it. Another sinkhole has developed on that property and the owner was referred to a geologist engineer for advice. Over the years, sinkholes have cropped up on school district property nearby and also borough property, but there is no policy in reference to them.

• The owner of a Dunkin’ Donuts drive-through location at 107 E. Main St. are nearing final stages of meeting building code requirements. Construction is on track to begin shortly. The owner is trying to rent out micro offices from one large office space at that address, the latter of which will be brought to the Bath Planning Commission for their recommendation.

• Pros and cons over a proposed rental property inspection program will be discussed by landlords and members of Council at the August 4 Council meeting. Mrs. Roberts said there is a long list of pros and cons to be considered before any vote is taken in September or later.

• Fields noted that Lower Nazareth Township rescinded its intent to withdraw from Colonial Regional Police Dept., and that their representative on the commission has resigned. Since a 25th officer

www.HomeNewsPA.com has not yet been hired, Bath’s share in the cost may be credited to 2015, since it was already paid.

• Fields also said CRPD has a drug take-back box in its headquarters lobby where people can bring old prescriptions. Mrs. Roberts said they are better there than being flushed down into waterways.

• Questioned about a community yard sale, Councilwoman Michelle Ehrgott said she believes it is October 5, but this has to be confirmed.

• Neighborhood Housing Services of the Lehigh Valley was given permission to use the council meeting room on three Saturdays, when they will explain financial fitness for low to moderate income residents.

• Saginario asked Petrucci how the lawn mowers are holding up. He said they are getting old and it cost 30% more this year for repairs than last year.

• There will be a carnival/ fair at Firefighters Park Sept.

11-14, Petrucci said, but did not list the sponsor or promoter.

• Fire Chief Ed Demchak gave this report for June: 9 fire calls (4 in Bath, 3 Moore Twsp., 2 East Allen) using 40 manhours; EMS calls, 10 manhours; administration, 200; equipment repairs, 30; meetings, 51; work detail, 86, for a total of 571 man-hours by the volunteer fire company and EMS. • False alarms and 911 emergency telephone systems can now be enforced by Colonial Regional Police.

• The 2014 Halloween parade will be held on October 21, with a rain date of Oct. 22.

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International High School Exchange Students Seeking Host Families in Bath

Submitted by JOE BISSELL Visiting students, ages 15-18, from around the world including Germany, Spain, Switzerland, and Thailand are seeking host families in and around Bath for the upcoming 2014-2015 academic school year. Host families are needed for the fall semester and full school year. Host families (traditional families, singles, empty nesters, etc.) serve as mentors and a home base for their student. Visiting students participate as active members of the family and integrate into their host’s daily routines and traditions just like any other family member. Hosting an international student is a great way to explore a new culture and promote a sense of lifelong learning and adventure.

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34th Annual Northampton Community Days Fair

By ALICE WANAMAKER The Home News

The 34th Annual Northampton Community Days Fair, sponsored by the Exchange Club of Northampton, is being held July 9 through July 12 at the Northampton Borough Park. The fair benefits the Borough of Northampton and surrounding areas.

The fair features a wide assortment of rides, foods, games, live music, and events for the entire family. One day ride specials will be offered for $18 and include a ride all night wrist band from 6 to 10 p.m. Bingo will also be held nightly by the Bath Lions Club from 7 to 10 p.m.

Free live music includes; The Bryant Brothers on Wednesday from 7 to 10 p.m., Ian Gallagher and Crazy Hearts on Thursday from 7 to 10 p.m., Joe Weber Band and The B Street Band on Friday from 7 to 10 p.m., The Harley Newman Show from 6 to 7 p.m. on Saturday. Also on Saturday is Social Call and The Large Flowerheads from 7 to 10 p.m. There will also be face painting, coloring tents for the kids, pig races, and karate demonstrations by Golden Tiger Karate.

Extended hours on Saturday will be from 4 until 11 p.m. with fireworks schedule for 10:15 p.m. A wiffle ball tournament for the Brandon M. Sommer Memorial Fund will begin at noon near the band shell with the final game starting at 7 p.m. Canine demonstrations will be presented by the Northampton Borough Police Department in the grove as well as a presentation by the Northampton Fire Department. For more information on any of the events or the Northampton Exchange Club, contact Rose Correll at 610-502-1903.

Keystone Cement Hero – 1975

By ED PANY Allen Hood, 63-year-old former purchasing agent for the Keystone Cement Co became a hero during a vacation trip he and his wife won to a Caribbean spot, Montego Bay. He and his wife Evelyn were on a small Toyota bus sitting in the front seat behind the driver. A nightmare of events happened after the driver hopped off the bus with the

motor running to search for some lingering tourists.

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He hit the guardhouse and tried to turn off the ignition, but the key wouldn’t turn it off. There was no first aid kit on the bus but Mrs. Hood, a registered nurse, set to work sopping up blood. “The woman next to me was cut badly and all we had was an ace bandage, a Kleenex and handkerchief.” She did the best she could until the busload of 18 people was brought to the nearest hospital eight miles down the road among thick, tropical brush.

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The Hood’s won their trip, one they will never forget by purchasing a 50¢ ticket from a Whitehall Township Church.

The rapid reaction of a Keystone employee and his wife averted a major tragedy.

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Submitted by APRIL ANDREWS The Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor has scheduled three history-based dinner cruises aboard the mule-powered Josiah White II canal boat in Easton’s Hugh Moore Park.

The first ride, “Conversations on the Canal: Life on the Old Lehigh Navigation,” will take place July 26, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., rain or shine.

Passengers will be immersed into the life of the old Lehigh Canal through the stories and songs of Rich Pawling, one of the country’s preeminent canal interpreters and owner of History Alive!, an education company that stresses learning history by living history. Pawling and D&L archivist, Martha Capwell-Fox, will team to provide an unabridged look at Lehigh Canal life in the mid-1800s, with plenty of anecdotal sidelights. One of the evening’s highlights is a trip inside Lock 47 at Abbott Street in Easton,

where the Josiah White II will be lowered and raised the same way coal-laden canal boats were nearly 200 years ago. Lock 47 is one of only a few working canal locks in Pennsylvania.

Ed Petrocelli, chef and owner of Food with Style, will offer picnic cuisine aboard the boat based on 19th-century recipes. The cost of the cruise is $39 per person or $75 for couples. Directions and a detailed cruise agenda are provided upon registration. For reservations or more information, contact Loretta Susen at Loretta@delawareandlehigh.org or 610-923-3548 Ext: 221 About the Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor: The Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that preserves the historic pathway that carried coal and iron from Wilkes-Barre to Philadelphia. Today, the D&L Trail connects people to nature, culture, communities, recreation and our industrial heritage.

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Local Blogger, residents voice concerns About Naz. Police at meeting

By DAVE SICA The Home News

Monday night’s council meeting was a combination workshop and business meeting because of the July 4 holiday. It began early due to the inclusion of six executive sessions along with motions and public comment.

The first person to make comment was Bernie O’Hare, who operates the Lehigh Valley Ramblings blog (lehighvalleyramblings.blogspot.com), who suggested that the council look into the Nazareth Police Department’s alleged misconduct. O’Hare levied complaints in a resolution he posted on his

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Among the allegations: •Trachta and another officer have developed a radio code to indicate when they have seen a black person in Nazareth. The code, UNIT, stands for “Unwanted [racial slur] In Town.”

•Trachta refused to take any action against a part-time officer who, after responding to a domestic disturbance in June, returned and drank with one of the victims.

•Trachta has created a “culture of intolerance” for any criticism of the police department. O’Hare said another officer put up a Facebook posting asking other officers to “light this [expletive] up” in response to comments O’Hare made on his blog.

Another Nazareth resident, Trevor Gehret, addressed the council by saying that he witnessed an officer in uniform attending a party while on duty Saturday, July 5 at approximately 6:35 p.m. He said the police always seem to be too busy “hanging out at Wawa” and that they should be “rebuilt or do their job.” (Editor’s Note: Mr. Gehret, along with two others, was recently charged by Nazareth police for placing “protest” stickers on property in Nazareth, including a distribution box owned by this paper.)

The resolution also accuses Trachta of calling Gehret a “retard” and O’Hare a “drunk.” As of this paper going to press, Chief Trachta had not returned a call for comment on the resolution and accusations.

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Before returning for their executive sessions, Councilman Carl Fischl led a final response.

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Obituaries William J. Boettinger Aug. 27, 1953 – June 30, 2014

Doris Flyte

Doris Flyte, 84, of Nazareth died Monday, June 30, William J. 2014 in Gracedale. She was “ S p e e d y ” the wife of the late Donald P. Boettinger, 60, Flyte, who died in 2011 after of Danielsville 62 years of marriage. died on MonShe worked many years day, June 30 as a sewing machine operafrom injuries tor and later retired at A&H he suffered in Sportswear. a vehicle acBorn in Bethlehem, she was cident in Scott Township, Co- a daughter of the late Arthur lumbia County. and Lottie (Silvius) Marsh.

He was a truck driver for Surviving are three daugh40 years and currently was ters, Dolores Gordon of employed by Horwith Truck- Middletown, Dela., Debbie ing Co. of Northampton for Price of Nazareth, and Donna 21 years. He attended Easton Barney of Kresgeville; two High School and later served grandsons; four great-grandin the U.S. Army during the children.

Vietnam War. Services were held on MonBorn Aug. 27, 1953 in Wil- day afternoon in the Morello son Borough, he was a son Funeral Home, Palmer Townof the late Richard J., Sr. and ship, followed by interment Frances (Naugle) Boettinger. in Northampton Memorial Surviving are a daughter, Shrine, Palmer Township.

Laurie A. Boettinger, of HaMemorial donations may nover Township; a grand- be made to the Gracedale daughter, Leah; his brother, Nursing Home Activities Richard J. Boettinger, Jr., Fund, 2 Gracedale Ave., Nazof Easton; his sister, Diane areth, PA 18064.

Thatcher, of Winston-Salem, Gladys C. Frable N.C.’ two nieces and a nephSept. 29, 1928 – July 4, 2014 ew.

Services will be private at Gladys C. the convenience of the famFrable, 85, ily as arranged by the George of Plainfield G. Bensing Funeral Home, Township, died Moorestown.

Friday, July 4 at Memorial contributions home. She was may be made to The Center the wife of the for Animal Health & Welfare, late Robert J. 1165 Island Park Rd., Easton, Frable for 60 years before he PA 18042. died in 2007.

Dorothy Fabian She attended Palmerton April 8, 1926 – July 1, 2014 High School, and served as a Dorothy Fabian, 88, of Co- floor lady for various blouse play died Tuesday, July 1 at mills in the region for more ManorCare Health Services than 40 years before retiring. in Salisbury Township. She Born Sept. 29, 1928 in was the wife of the late Carl Kunkletown, she was a Fabian, who died in 1985. daughter of the late John and She was a housekeeper at Ella (Mill) Gower. the Allentown Hospital beGladys was a lifelong memfore retiring in 1989. ber of St. Matthew’s U.C.C. Born April 8, 1926 in Coplay, Church, and was a member she was a daughter of the late of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Harold and Carrie (Diehl) Plainfield Township Volunteer Steckel.

Fire Co. She enjoyed sewing, Surviving are two sis- cooking and square dancing. ters, Mildred Christman Surviving are two sons, of Northampton and Anna John R. Frable and Rodney L. Frederick of Allentown; and Frable, both of PlainfielLynmany nieces and nephews. da A. Grosset, 64, of Moore Preceding her in death Township, formerly of Easton, were two brothers, Preston died on Friday, July 4 in Leand Harold Steckel, and a sis- high Valley Hospital-Muhlenter, Evelyn Oplinger. berg, Bethlehem. She was the Services are private and at wife of James F. Grosset for 41 the convenience of the fam- years. ily as arranged by the Schisler She was employed by the Funeral Home, Northampton. former Orr’s of Easton and

the former Mohican Market.

Born Dec. 21, 1949 in Wilson Borough, she was a daughter of the late Joseph F. and Evelyn L. (Barber) Deck.

Her husband is her only survivor.

Services were held on Tuesday afternoon in the Strunk Funeral Home, Easton. Private interment will be at the convenience of the family.

Florence H. Klusko

July 1, 1929 – July 5, 2014 Florence H. Klusko, 85, of Bath, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2014 at Easton Hospital, Wilson Boro. Florence was the wife of the late Adolph "Al" Klusko, with whom she shared 49 years of marriage prior to his death in 2005.

She was a 1947 graduate of Hazleton High School. Throughout her lifetime, she worked as a bookkeeper for various car dealerships in the local area, until retiring.

Born on July 1, 1929, in Hazleton, PA, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Susztek) Tatar.

Florence was a member of St. Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Bethlehem.

She is survived by many friends. Florence was preceded in death by her husband Al; daughter Janet B. Klusko; sister Alma M. Tatar; and brother Michael G. Tatar.

Graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, July 10 at Holy Savior Cemetery, Linden Street, Bethlehem. Call, Thursday, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the Bartholomew Funeral Home 243 S. Walnut St. Bath, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Florence's memory may be made to the Bath Area Food Bank 235 E. Northampton St. Bath, PA 18014.

Bernice M. Kulp

April 16, 1939 – June 30, 2014 Bernice M. Kulp, 75, of Stonewood Dr., Bethlehem (Hanover To w n s h i p ) , died Monday, June 30 at home. She was the wife of Willard W. Kulp for just under 55 years.

A 1957 graduate of Allentown High School, she worked for many years as the supervisor of the Bethlehem Office of the State Revenue Department.

Born April 16, 1939 in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Homer and Pauline (Biery) Miller.

Bernice was an active and dedicated member of the Lions, serving as District Governor of Lions District 14-K for two terms, the Lions years 2006-2007 and 2009-2010, and this year served as co-chairman of the district convention and chairperson for the seminars at the convention.

She was also the past president of the former AllenEast Allen Lions Club and the Hanover Township Lions Club, serving as a member of Lions International for 26 years. She received numerous awards from the Lions, including the Presidential Medal from Lions International, which is the second highest honor to receive in Lions. She also was named a Joseph Wroblewski Fellow and was a two-diamond Melvin Jones Fellow. Bernice chaired the construction of a Habitat for Humanity house in South Bethlehem.

She was a member of Christ U.C.C. Church in Schoenersville, where she was a Sunday school teacher and a member of the church choir for many years. She also served as Consistory president for Christ Church.

Bernice was a past Worthy Matron of Rose Croix and the former Jessie K. Berlin Chapter #494, Order of Eastern Star.

She was a Girl Scout leader as well as the area chairman for Girl Scouts of America.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Sharon Hartmann of Milford and Donna Erney of Bethlehem; a son, Daryl Kulp, of Bethlehem; five grandchildren, Tyler Erney, Joshua Erney, Zachary Erney, Garrett Hartmann, and Sierra Hartmann; and two sisters, Beverly Thomas of Breinigsville and Barbara Michael of Danielsville.

Funeral services were held on Saturday morning in Christ U.C.C. Church, with arrangements made by the Brubaker Funeral Home, Catasauqua.

Memorial contributions may be made in her name, payable to Habitat for Humanity, Christ U.C.C. Church Memorial Fund, or Lions Charitable Enterprises, c/o the funeral home at 234 Walnut St., Catasauqua, PA 18032.

James M. Niklos

Jan. 11, 1946 – July 2, 2014 James M. “Mick” Niklos, 68, of Chapman Quarries, formerly of Flanders, N.J., died on Wednesday, July 2 after a long illness. He was the husband of Dorothy J. (Koelsch)

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Born January 11, 1946 in Columbus, Ohio, he was a son of the late Anthony and Ruth (Law) Niklos.

“Mick”, as he was known, graduated from Grandview High School in Columbus, Ohio in 1964. He served five years in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. Mick continued his education at Ohio State University, where he earned a Bachelors degree in electronic engineering. In 1972, he moved to New Jersey and worked as an engineer in integrated circuits research and development for AT&T Bell Laboratories in Murray Hill, N.J. and Allentown, Pa. for more than 30 years.

He was recognized as a leader in the field of microprocessor prototype development and testing. His position moved to Lucent Technologies during the corporate divestiture, working there until he retired in 2007.

Mick was an active member of the Northampton County Republican Committee for 25 years. He was a member of the American Legion and the NRA. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Thomas Igoe of Stroudsburg and Robert Igoe of Bellefonte, Pa.; a granddaughter; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death were his siblings, Anthony, John R., and Majel Marie Niklos.

Services were held on Monday morning in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Interment will be private.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Blue Star Mothers, Lehigh Valley Chapter, 1549 Lehigh St., Easton, PA 18042 and/or the Lehigh Valley Military Affairs Council, P.O. Box 22522, Lehigh Valley, PA 18002.

Richard W. Pickett

May 11, 1944 – July 5, 2014 Richard W. Pickett, 70, of Northampton died Saturday, July 5 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, Bethlehem.

He was the husband of Sandra (Ruch) Pickett for 44 years.

Before retiring, he was employed by U.S. Security Associates.

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Kenneth L. Dodge reported the following in the September / October 1992 issue of Resource. “Fifty-six men signed the Declaration of Independence. Their conviction resulted in untold sufferings for themselves and their families. Of the 56 men, five were captured by the British and tortured before they died. Twelve had their homes ransacked and burned. Two lost their sons in the Revolutionary Army. Another had two sons captured. Nine of the fifty-six fought and died from wounds or hardships of the war. Carter Braxton of Virginia, a wealthy planter and trader, saw his ships sunk by the British navy. He sold his home and properties to pay his debts and died in poverty.

At the battle of Yorktown, the British General Cornwallis had taken over Thomas Nelson's home for his headquarters. Nelson quietly ordered General George Washington to open fire on the Nelson home. The home was destroyed and Nelson died bankrupt. John Hart was driven from his wife's bedside as she was dying. Their thirteen children fled for their lives. His fields and mill were destroyed. For over a year, he lived in forest and caves, returning home only to find his wife dead and his children vanished. A few weeks later, he died from exhaustion.”

These men and their families made tremendous sacrifice to assure independence from the tyranny of Great Britain. For decades Americans have lived in the freedom that the Revolutionary War provided. Great statesmen like Abraham Lincoln latter came on the scene and led our nation with a government that was of the people, by the people and for the people. But today we find America slipping back under tyranny. Not tyranny of another nation but of its own politicians. We are experiencing oppression and many of the same injustices that the 13 colonies were suffering under at the time of their break from Great Britain.

If American’s don’t plead with God for mercy and find a way to stand against political tyranny, celebrating Independence Day will have little meaning.

A spiritual parallel can be found in the Apostle Paul’s letter to the people of Galatia. He wrote in Galatians 5:1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. Jesus Christ gave His life as a sacrifice for our sins to give us freedom. To everyone who will believe in His death for their sins, there is release from sin and hell.

That being the case, it would be foolish for us to return to the yoke of bondage, i.e. the oppression of earning salvation by works. Paul would tell Titus; Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us … Dear reader you’ll never experience spiritual liberty without faith in Jesus Christ, and once you do, don’t ever revert to thinking you need to earn salvation.

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Store security Northampton County Prison caught Megan Hong Do, 22, on $100,000 bail. of Easton, allegedly stealing clothing and jewelry from the store. Do was issued a citation COLLEGE CORNER for retail theft and released.

Becker College - Anthony Popp, of Nazareth, was Man Arrested After named to the Dean's List at Overdose in Bath CRPD were dispatched to Becker College for the Spring 122 E. Northampton Street in 2014 semester.

Bucknell University Bath around 5 p.m. on June 25 University has after a report of a male suffer- Bucknell ing an overdose. Brian Joseph listed the students who are McGaughran had heroin and members of honor societies.

Alyssa Cardillo of Bath, drug paraphernalia in his possession when police arrived. It daughter of James and Lori was also discovered that Mc- Cardillo and a graduate of Gaughran had an active war- Bethlehem Catholic High rant out of Lehigh County and School, is a member of Eta the Sheriff’s Department was Sigma Phi Classics and Annotified. He will be charged cient Mediterranean Studies though District Judge Capobi- Honor Society and Pi Sigma anco’s office with possession Alpha Political Science Honof a controlled substance and or Society.

Kristen Ronca of Nazareth, possession of drug parapherdaughter of Michael and nalia.

Alleged Pot Smuggler Busted in Bath

At 10 a.m. on July 1 an ongoing narcotics investigation concluded with the arrest of Kurt J. Krywonis, 28, of Bath.

The Northampton County Drug Task Force in conjunction with the CRPD and Moore Township Police Department began investigation Krywonis in 2013 for importing marijuana from California and distributing it throughout the Lehigh Valley. The police successfully made two buys from Krywonis.

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(10/30) ii. Demolish the building within the floodplain. This is the WE REMOVE JUNK! most viable option because the Attics, Basements, Cleanproperty is not historic, does outs, Appliances, Electronic not contain wetlands, is small in Recycling, Furniture, Construcsize whereby demolition costs tion Debris, Backyard Shed are minimal, and existing condiTear-down, Swimming Pools, tions are exhibit severe blight.

Old Hot Tubs etc. GO GREEN! Currently the chimney structure Marth’s Disposal 610-262-9021 has separated from the building or 610-842-5684. and borough codes enforce(TN) ment staff has categorized the interior as severely deteriorated.

YARD SALE The property owner does maintain and is current on floodplain “BLUE MOUNTAIN insurance. There is the opportuBLOWOUT” nity to construct a new commerAnnual flea market to benefit cial structure to enhance ecothe Northern Lehigh Food Bank. nomic development in Portland Saturday, September 6 from 9 Borough. a.m. until 2 p.m. at 4685 Lehigh iii. No Action or Alternative Drive (Route 248) in Walnutport Actions that serve the same (The Town & Country Gazette purpose as the “no action” aland The Home News office ternative was considered and parking lot). WE NEED VENDrejected because of the resident ERS! $10 per vender space. and pedestrian safety and poor We do not provide electricity economic conditions in Portland or tables. Nonperishable food Borough. The Borough does donations welcome! Come out not want blighted conditions to and support a great cause. FMI spread onto adjacent properor to reserve vender space call ties.

Joe at 610-767-9600. iv. All materials and construc(8/21)

tion equipment used during demolition will be removed upon project completion. This project does not require any floodproofing otherwise required by FEMA Coastal Standards and the International Residential Code.

Absolutely no obstructions or negative changes to current stormwater or drainage patterns will be caused by this demolition project. The County will assure that the project scope, as described above, is executed and the necessary language will be included in all agreements with participating parties. The County will also take an active role in monitoring the demolition process to ensure no unnecessary impacts occur nor unnecessary risks are taken.

Northampton County has reevaluated the alternatives to construction in the floodplain and has determined that it has no other practicable alternative.

Environmental files that document compliance with steps 3 through 6 of Executive Order 11988, are available for public inspection, review and copying upon request at the times and location delineated in the last paragraph of this notice for receipt of comments.

There are three primary purposes for this notice. First, people who may be affected by activities in floodplains and those who have an interest in the protection of the natural environment should be given an opportunity to express their concerns and provide information about these areas. Second, an adequate public notice program can be an important public educational tool. The dissemination of information about floodplains can facilitate and enhance Federal efforts to reduce the risks associated with the occupancy and modification of these special areas. Third, as a matter of fairness, when the Federal government determines it will participate in actions taking place in floodplains, it must inform those who may be put at greater or continued risk.

Written comments must be received by SSM Group, Inc. on behalf of Northampton County, the Responsible Entity, at the following address on or before July 28, 2014: SSM Group, Inc., 1605 N. Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 509, Allentown, PA 18104, (610) 849-9700 Attention: Tina Roseberry. Comments may also be submitted or further information can be requested via email at tina.roseberry@ssmgroup.com.

A full description of the project may also be reviewed from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday – Friday at the above address.

REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS On or about July 28, 2014, the County of Northampton will submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the release of Federal funds under Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, (P.L.93-383) to undertake the following project in the County: • Portland Borough, Northampton County.

The proposed project involves the demolition of a condemned, severely dilapidated, blighted property located at 425 Delaware Avenue, Portland Borough. Demolition costs are estimated at $50,000.

FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The County of Northampton has determined that the above projects will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the

July 10-16, 2014 13 Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at the Northampton County Department of Community and Economic Development, 669 Washington Street, Easton, PA 18042 and may be examined or copied weekdays 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

PUBLIC COMMENTS Any individual, group or agency disagreeing with this determination or wishing to comment on the project shall do so in writing. All comments must be received by SSM Group, Inc. on behalf of Northampton County, the Responsible Entity, at the following address on or before July 28, 2014: SSM Group, Inc., 1605 N. Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 509, Allentown, PA 18104, (610) 849-9700 Attention: Tina Roseberry. Comments may also be submitted or further information can be requested via email at tina.roseberry@ssmgroup.com.

All comments received by July 28, 2014 will be considered by the County of Northampton prior to authorizing submittal for a request for release of funds. Commenter should specify the part of this Notice they are addressing.

A full description of the project may also be reviewed from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday – Friday at the above address RELEASE OF FUNDS Northampton County certified to HUD that Mr. John A. Brown, in his capacity as County Executive, consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process, and that these responsibilities have been satisfied.

HUD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities, and allows the County of Northampton to use Program funds.

OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS HUD will consider objections to its release of funds and Northampton County’s certification for a period of fifteen (15) days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipts of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the County of Northampton; (b) Northampton County has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations are 24 CFR Part 58; (c) Northampton County or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written funding that the projects are unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76), and shall be addressed to Mr. Paul J. Lehmann, Regional Environmental Officer, Department of Housing and Urban Development, Philadelphia Regional Office, Wanamaker Building, 100 Penn Square East, Philadelphia, PA 19107. Potential objectors should contact HUD to verify the actual last day of the objection period.

Responsible Entity: The Honorable John A. Brown, County Executive County of Northampton 669 Washington Street Easton PA 18042 (7/10)

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The Classifieds ESTATE NOTICE The Estate of Simmers, Helen, dec’d., Late of Bethlehem, Northampton County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

WHEREAS, Letters of testamentary on the above named estate have been granted to Mary Lasso, Administratrix. All persons indebted to the estate are required to make payment and those having claims agains tot present them in writing without delay to: Administratrix: Mary Lasso c/o Dennis P. Ortwein, 5201 William Penn Highway, Easton, PA 18045.

(6/26-7/10) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Irene M. Deibert, also known as Irene Deibert, late of the City of Bethlehem, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Bonnie Lee Usher, Executrix of the Estate of Irene M. Deibert, also known as Irene Deibert.

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 Bonnie Lee Usher c/o Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (7/10-7/24)

Obituaries Continued from page 11

Pickett.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Brian Pickett, of Lehighton; a daughter, Corrina Draxler, of Catasauqua; a brother, Walter Pickett, of Allentown; a sister, Virginia Smith, of Slatington; and two grandchildren.

He was predeceased by two brothers and two sisters.

Services are private and at the convenience of the family, as arranged by the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton.

Donald A. Reppert

March 1, 1927 – July 1, 2014 Donald A. Reppert, 87, of Macungie, a native of Northampton, died on Tuesday, July 1 at home. He was the husband of the late Ellen (Ribacosky) Reppert.

He was a senior project en-

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Marjorie M. Daumer, also known as Marjorie Daumer, late of the Borough of Northampton, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Edward D. Daumer, Jr., Executor of the Estate of Marjorie M. Daumer, also known as Marjorie Daumer. 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 Edward D. Daumer, Jr. c/o Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (7/10-7/24)

Hit your Target with the Home News Classifieds! gineer for Monsanto, Inc., St. Louis, Mo., for 20 years before retiring in 1985. He was also a consulting engineer for Garden State Tanning, Fleetwood, for three years.

Born March 1, 1927 in Northampton, he was a son of the late Arthur and Helen (Smith) Reppert.

He was a member of Theta Tau Professional Engineering Fraternity. During World War II, he served in the Army Air Force as a sergeant.

Surviving are a son, Matthew D. Reppert, of Bethlehem; a daughter, Cindy Lou Ault, of Miami, Fla.; and a granddaughter.

Services were held on Monday morning in the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, followed by burial with military honors in Coplay Cemetery, Coplay.

Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer Association of the Lehigh Valley, c/o the funeral home

at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.

George J. Saunders, Jr.

George J. Saunders, Jr., 88, of Walnutport died Saturday, June 28, 2014 in Whitehall Manor. He was the husband of the late M. Betty (Jones) Saunders.

He was a general adjuster for Saunders Associates until 2001, and earlier was a general adjuster for General Adjustment Bureau until retiring in 1987.

Born in Nanticoke, Pa. (Luzerne County), he was a son of the late George J. and Nora Mae (Sadowski) Saunders.

George was a radio operator in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Chicago during World War II. He was a 32nd Degree Mason and a member of the Bloomsburg Consistory. He was also an avid bowler, volunteered and supported Animals in Distress, and was a member of Hole Lutheran Church, Cherryville.

Surviving are two sons, George J. III of Allentown and Richard A. of Walnutport; a sister, Doris Merrill, of Nanticoke; six grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.

Preceding him in death were a son, Donald D. Saunders, and two sisters, Ruth Wilson and Jeanne Salley.

Funeral services were held on Thursday afternoon in Hope Lutheran Church with The Rev. Paulette Obrecht officiating. Arrangements were made by the Hunsicker Funeral Home & Crematory, Orefield.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or a charity of one’s choice.

Jeffrey C. Smith

April 2, 1953 – June 30, 2014 Jeffrey C. Smith, 61, of Allentown, formerly of Bath, died on Monday, June 30 at home.

A 1971 graduate of Northampton High School, he served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He later attended Northampton Community College, where he earned an associate degree in applied science in funeral service education.

Jeff successfully served his internship at the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown and later was

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employed as a licensed funeral director at Schisler Funeral Home in Northampton.

Born April 2, 1953 in Northampton, he was a son of Dolores D. (Moser) Smith of Haysville, Kansas and the late Carl T. Smith.

He was a member of St. John’s Evan. Lutheran Church, Bath. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his brother, Jason T. Smith, of Haysville, Kan.; three nephews; two great-nieces; a great-nephew; a daughter, Amanda Lenegan, of Northampton; a grandson, Eli; his companion, Amy Lenegan, of Forks Township; uncles, Robert Smith of Las Vegas, Nev., Howard Moser of Philadelphia, Robert Moser of Bath, Doug Moser of Northampton, and Curtis Moser of Wyoming; an aunt, Betty Reph, of Northampton; and cousins.

Preceding him in death were two aunts, Mary Ann Frisch and Grace Paules, and two uncles, Roy Smith and George Moser.

A graveside service with military honors was held on Monday afternoon in St. Peter’s Snyder Church Cemetery, Seemsville. Arrangements were by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown.

Mary Sterner

Feb. 23, 1934 – July 2, 2014 Mary L. Sterner, 80, formerly of Bath, died on Wednesday, July 2 in Gracedale.

She was a member of Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church, Nazareth.

Born Feb. 23, 1934 in Nazareth, she was a daughter of the late John and Lizzie M. (Granda) Sterner.

She is survived by cousins.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Grace E. Sterner.

Services were on Tuesday morning in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown, followed by interment in Fairview Cemetery, Moorestown.

Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Cross Evan. Lutheran Church, 696 Johnson Rd., Nazareth, PA 18064.

Anna M. Walakovitz

July 19, 1920 – July 1, 2014 Anna M. Walakovitz, 93, formerly of Coplay and Northampton, died Tuesday, July 1 in Cedarbrook, Fountain Hill. She was the wife of the late Frank J. Walakovitz, who died April 5, 1958.

Born July 19, 1920 in Northampton, she was a daughter of the late Alois and Maria (Stubits) Stranzl.

At age 13, she went to New York for six years and became a nanny to support her family. She last worked for Bridesburg Foundry Co. Previously, she worked 29 years for Universal Pants Factory.

She was a former member of the Auxiliary of Catholic War Veterans Post #454, Northampton, She was also a past first vice president and past welfare officer of the CWV Auxiliary for 58 years and received state and national recognition for her hospitalized veterans parties.

In 1991, she also received sec-

www.HomeNewsPA.com ond place in the state as welfare officer for the CWV. She also was a former member of the Coplay Saengerbund and its German chorus, St. Peter’s Choir, St. Peter’s Altar & Rosary Society; past president, past treasurer and past dues collector of the Young at Heart Group of Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Northampton; Coplay Senior Citizens and the Amalgamated Clothing & Textile Workers Union. Anna was a former member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Coplay, and she attended Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Northampton.

Surviving are a daughter, Ruth Marakovits, of Northampton; a son, Robert, of Coplay; a grandson; two granddaughters; five greatgrandchildren; two brothers, Anthony and John Stranzl, both of Northampton; and many nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death were three sisters, Mary Lombardo, Theresa Seitz, and Catherine Stranzl; six brothers, Alois, Joseph, Frank, Adolph, Stephen and William Stranzl; and a son-in-law, Thomas Marakovits.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Saturday morning in St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Coplay, with Msgr.

Thomas Hoban officiating.

Burial followed in St. Peter’s Parish Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter’s Church Memorial Fund or Wounded Warriors Project, c/o the Reichel Funeral Home, 326 E. 21st St., Northampton, PA 18067.

Christmas In July Basket Social

Submitted by BRENDA DETWEILER Gold Star Mothers of the Lehigh Valley is sponsoring a Christmas in July Basket Social to benefit Wreaths Across America for Cedar Hill Memorial Park - Airport Road, Allentown.

The date is Sat. July 19, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Catasauqua American Legion Post 215 330 2nd Street, Catasauqua. Refreshments will be available along with a bake sale.

This event is to help pay for wreaths to be laid on all veterans graves at Cedar Hill Memorial Park on December 13, 2014. There are approx.

3000 veterans buried at Cedar Hill. For more information call 610-398-1124 or 484-9516961.

Atlas Cement Memorial Museum Open

Submitted by ED PANY Come over to the Atlas Cement Memorial Museum to view cement history. The museum is free and open to the public the second and fourth Sunday of every month from 1-3 p.m. through September.

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By ANDY WEAVER The 2014 Summer Legion baseball season is over for Nazareth in both the Junior Legion and Senior Legion as they fell short of the playoffs this year. For the Senior Legion team, it is the first time missing the playoffs since 2007, but they have won four titles since then. 2014 was Jason Brown’s third full season coaching the Senior Legion team.

The Nazareth Junior Legion team ended the season 9-11 while

the Senior Legion Baseball team ended the season 5-12-1. The Junior Legion Baseball team went to Lower Nazareth on Monday, June 30 and won 11-4 and then came home Tuesday, July 1 and played Southern Lehigh at 6 p.m., but fell short 3-0. Sunday, July 6, they played their last game of the season with Lower Nazareth and won 11-1. The Senior Legion Baseball team went over Northampton on June 30 and fell 9-3. On Sunday, July 7, the Senior Legion Baseball team played Bath at home in their home finale and fell 2-1 and then an hour later, went to Wind Gap

July 10-16, 2014 15 to resume a game from July 3 that was stopped due to rain and won that game 4-1 to end the season.

Both teams hung in all summer very strong and will return next year! For up-to-the-minute Nazareth sports news, visit www.nazarethsports.net. If any businesses in the area would like to sponsor Andy’s Corner for a month or two (with any amount appreciated), feel free to email nazoeagle@rcn. com. The website is growing bigger.

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Submitted by CHRISTINE MAROSKI Dentistry from the Heart was held on May 31 at Fabey Dental. They offered free dentistry and gave patients the opportunity to choose a cleaning, extraction or a filling. They helped 27 people and donated thousands of dollars to the community event.

Since the event was such a success, the company is planning on making it an annual event.

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Our Best Friends Have Hairy Legs!

The Scoop on Pets If you have a dog, you know that a tired dog is a well-behaved dog. Some dogs do great at home when their “parents” are at work, but others need attention and activity during the day. One option is having a pet sitter or dog walker, come into your home once a day, to exercise your pup, and to give him a bathroom break. Another option is having your dog attend a Doggie Day Care.

Day Care is not necessary for every dog. According to Jessica Schwickrath, owner of A Furry Tail Come True Too in Nazareth, dogs that are very social with

other dogs (not just their dog siblings) will benefit greatly from day care.

High-energy dogs, who attend day care, are generally tired when their owners pick them up at the end of the day, and then they can relax together in the evening.

In day care, dogs receive both physical and mental stimulation, through play with the other dogs, and interaction with the Dog Handlers.

Before a dog is accepted into A Furry Tail Come True Too, they must go thru an evaluation process. In contrast to using the dog park to exercise your dog, this evaluation

shows if the dog will play well with the other dogs, removing the fear of unmonitored play. In addition to the evaluation, dogs must like/tolerate other dogs, be up to date on required vaccines and Bordatella inoculation, have a no bite history and be in good health.

Doggie Day Cares are licensed by the PA Department of Agriculture.

The Dog Handlers play with the dogs, maintain the peace between the dogs, monitor play and take care of the necessarily clean up tasks.

If your dog attends day care at A Furry Tail Come True Too, you can sign them up for a ½ day (six hours or less) or a full day. Your dog can attend once in a while, daily, or on a weekly basis. Cameras are set up so that you can check in on your furry pal while you are at work. The Big Dog Yard is available for the larger and more experienced dogs to play together, and the Small Dog Yard, is for the small and new dogs to play.

There is also a separate feeding area.

Doggie Day Care is a useful resource for dog owners with active dogs.

If you think it is for you, and you live in the Nazareth area, contact A Furry Tail Come True Too, and schedule your evaluation. jessica@afurrytailcometrue.com, 610-365-2280, www.afurrytail.com.

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