The Home News July 20

The Home News

Northampton Fire Dept. Hosts summer camp

Northampton Fire Department’s first ever summer camp concluded last week with 17 participating cadets. Cadets were introduced to the fire service and the life of a volunteer. Activities included fire extinguisher training, fire hose advancements, rescue tool operations and deployment of their own home escape plan. They were taught what fire is and how to prevent fires, and basic first aid like Stop The Bleed. The fire department plans to host camp next year.

East Allen Supervisors vote

To change EMS provider to Northampton Regional EMS

By KERI LINDENMUTH

During their July 12 meeting, the East Allen Township Board of Supervisors voted to change the township’s emergency medical services (EMS) provider from the East Allen Township Volunteer Ambulance Corps to Northamp-

ton Regional Emergency Medical Services. All supervisors voted in favor of the decision, except Supervisor Mark Schwartz, who abstained, ending a 44-year partnership.

The decision comes after several months of discussions and

meetings between Supervisors and the EATVAC Board of Directors. The Board of Directors approached the township in January with concerns that the organization would be unable to

Continued on page 5

By SAVANNAH BROWN

Ben Steitz, owner of Baker Ben’s Bakery those dreams to life.

Baker Ben’s Bakery held a soft opening on Saturday, July 15 and customers lined the parking lot in anticipation of Lehigh Township’s newest must-try tasty treats.

Owner Ben Steitz is a Whitehall Township resident who got into baking at the age of 14 when his neighbor, who has been a “second mom” to Steitz, began teaching him how to make homemade pierogies, and he was instantly hooked.

From that point on, Steitz began dreaming of opening his own bakery one day, and at the young age of 25, he has finally brought

Leading up to the bakery’s soft opening, Steitz faced some minor setbacks, but since he signed the lease for his bakery in March, he has been determined to get up and running.

The unit in the building Steitz

Continued on page 4

Northampton County Senior Centers

For more information and additional senior centers in Northampton County, visit www.northamptoncounty.org.

Cherryville- Open Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 4131 Lehigh Dr., Cherryville. FMI call 610-767-2977.

Lower Nazareth- Open Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 306 Butztown Rd., Bethlehem. FMI call 610-2973464.

Nazareth- Open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 15 S. Wood St., Nazareth. FMI call 610-759-8255.

Northampton- Open Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 902 Lincoln Ave., Northampton. FMI call 610-262-4977.

Tell them you saw it in The Home News

Thank you for supporting our advertisers!

The GETTING OUT section of The Home News is open to events that are FREE for the community to attend and participate in. If you have an event and are not sure if it qualifies for this section, call us at 610923-0382. We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify.

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

Atlas Cement Co. Memorial Museum- Open for tours second and fourth Sunday through Sept. 24. 1401 Laubach Ave., Northampton. Group tours available, 610-262-2576.

Band In The Park Night- Friday, July 28 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Moore Twp. Rec. Center, 635 English Rd., Bath. Bring chairs and blankets.

Bath Area Food Bank- Distributes food second Tuesday of each month, starting around 9:30 a.m. on lower level of St. John's Lutheran Church in Bath, 206 E. Main St. Please do not arrive prior to 9:30 a.m. due to safety reasons.

Bath Farmers Market- Every Saturday May-Sept. from 9 a.m. to noon at the clock on W. Main St., Bath.

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

Borough of Bath Community-Wide Yard Sales- Saturday, Sept. 9 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Yard sale permit fees waived this day only.

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

East Allen Township Open Space and Farmland Preservation Committee- Meets third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. New committee members welcome. Gov. Wolf Hist. Society- Tours of historic buildings, grounds and new museum on third Saturday April-Nov. from 1 to 3 p.m. 6600 Jacksonville Rd., Bath.

Helping Homeless Vets- Weave mats for homeless vets every second and fourth Wed. of the month from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. Prepping for weaving every first and third Wed. of month 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., Mountain View Wesleyan Church 1001 Deemer Rd., Bath. Call 610-837-1190 FMI. Leave message. Horner's Cemetery 295th Anniversary Tours- Visit the founders of Northampton Co. Daily tours by appt. only. Call Peggy at 610-984-4532.

Martin on Main- Saturday, July 29 from noon to 7 p.m. in the Nazareth Circle and South Main Street to Belvidere Street.

Moore Township Community Days- Friday, August 18 and Saturday, August 19 at Moore Township Rec Center.

National Night Out- Tuesday, August 1. Check with your local law enforcement if they are participating.

Nazareth Farmers Market- Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May-Oct. in the Square, Nazareth.

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

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

Northampton Borough Fire Department’s 5th Annual Fireman's Parade- Saturday, July 22 at 5:30 p.m. during Northampton Community Days.

Northampton Farmers Market- Tuesdays from 3 to 6 p.m. May-Sept. in Municipal Park, Northampton.

Old Home Week(end)- August 10-13 in the Borough of Bath.

Siegfried Railroad Station Museum- Open third Sunday through October from 1 to 4 p.m. on West 21st Street (Route 329), Northampton.

10 Design Moves That Could Hurt Your Home’s Value

Realsimple.com

One advantage in buying—or building—a home is the ability to customize it. Whether you’re building the home from scratch, or renovating it to be more modern and functional, designing a home to your specifications can definitely make it much more enjoyable to live in. However, unless this is your forever home—and keep in mind that the status of a forever home can change in the blink of an eye due to a job relocation, change in marital status, and numerous other unforeseen factors—it’s wise to consider how your design moves may hurt your home’s value and lead to potential buyers lowballing a home offer or passing on your house.

1. Replacing the Bathtub with a Shower

Some buyers love to soak in bathtubs, while others prefer the convenience of taking a shower. However, Kate Wollman-Mahan, an agent at Coldwell Banker Warburg in New York City, warns against replacing the bathtub with a shower.

“Any home that will appeal to buyers with young kids must have at least one bathtub, and it should be adjacent to the kids' bedrooms.”

2. Installing Pools or Hot Tubs

A pool might sound like a great way to spend those hot summer days. However, a 2022 report by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reveals that fatal child drownings remain high and non-fatal drowning injuries have actually spiked by 17 percent.

“Pools and hot tubs often come up as a major stumbling block in reselling your home,” warns Jonathan Self, a real estate broker in Chicago. In fact, he says the number one question that buyer agents field about homes with pools is how much it would cost to remove the pool.

“Sure, they are fun, but they are also major responsibilities in terms of insurance liability and maintenance costs.”

And the same goes for hot tubs. “Psychologically they are just perceived as ‘gross’ by a stranger,” he says. While homeowners may view a hot tub as an inviting respite for sore muscles, Self says the buyer sees “dirty soup that other people have stewed in.”

3. Creating a Closed Floor Plan

During the height of the pandemic, some people actually started to resent those wide-

open floor plans. However, David Greene, Keller Williams realtor, host of the BiggerPockets real estate podcast, and author of Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat, warns against a closed floor plan.

“If a mother can't see what her children are up to when she’s in the kitchen, that's going to be a problem,” he says. “Today's buyers want to see what's going on in different parts of the home and allow natural light to spread easier.”

4. Subtracting Bedrooms or Bathrooms

Be careful which walls you knock down to create that open floor plan—and don’t take away the home’s bedrooms and bathrooms in the process.

5. Going Overboard on Kitchen Appliances

A state-of-the-art kitchen can be a homeowner’s dream, but it’s also possible to be too zealous in this area.

“There are certain expectations for name brands at the luxury price point, but sometimes a homeowner's hobby can inch past the average buyer's comfort level,” explains Self.

In fact, he’s seeing potential buyers who are intimidated by appliances they don’t recognize or know how to work.

Also, Self says the level of appliances in the kitchen should match the home/neighborhood.

6. Adding Bulky Built-ins

Built-ins can help you avoid a cookie-cutter home design, but they may not improve your home’s value since potential buyers may not agree with your

choices.

7. Having Subpar Home Improvements

Home renovations can be quite costly, and doing some of those projects yourself can help to save money. However, Self warns against painting your own kitchen cabinets.

“Put down the brush, Michelangelo—they might look good when you are standing in the living room, but as soon as you get close, it is very apparent when it's a DIY job.”

He says you wouldn’t paint your own car, and your house costs much more than your car so you shouldn’t take chances ruining your home.

“If you don't have the money to do it right the first time, why do you think you have the money to do it twice? Live with the ugly kitchen until you can get it done right.”

8. Creating Contrasting Exterior and Interior Styles

We get it: Your home’s interior and exterior areas serve distinct and separate functions. However, the transition between the two should work from a design standpoint—and your exterior home style should not be drastically different from your interior style

9. Adding Anything with a Long-Term Contract

Technically, it’s not a design choice, but Self advises against installing or integrating anything in your home that requires longterm contracts.

“I love the idea of solar, but currently, there are a lot of upfront costs. Many companies

install systems that need to be paid out over years.” And he says a buyer might want your house, but may not want to sign up for a contract that you negotiated.

10. Going Overboard in the Garden

Rein in your green thumb when you're designing your outdoor spaces as well.

"A backyard garden can be exquisite, but more often than

not, the next buyer is not going to have the green thumb that a seller has been able to show off,” says Bret Weinstein, CEO of Guide Real Estate in Denver. “A couple of garden beds are fine, but a backyard full of garden beds can more often make a buyer question the amount of work that it will take to either keep them set up, or to take them down.”

Sandra A. Kumernitsky

Sandra A. Kumernitsky, 71, of Moore Township, passed away suddenly on Friday, July 14, 2023, at Lehigh Valley Hospital – Muhlenberg after being stricken at home. She was the loving wife of Wayne L. “Chip” Kumernitsky. Sandie and Chip celebrated 45 years of marriage on February 17. Born in Northampton, she was a daughter of the late Paul Edelman and Louise (Messinger) Szoke. Sandie was a graduate of Northampton High School, Class of 1969. She retired in 2021 from General Medical Manufacturing in Bangor. For more than

50 years, Sandie previously worked in the garment industry at numerous mills in the region. She also worked part-time as a cook at the Point Phillips Hotel. Sandie was a member of the International Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union and formerly a member of Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church of Moorestown. A talented photographer, the outdoors and nature were among her favorite subjects to photograph. She simply loved the outdoors, gardening and flowers.

Survivors: In addition to her loving husband, Chip, she will be dearly missed by her son, Justin Kumernitsky of Easton; granddaughter, Paizlee; half-brother, Mike Edelman and companion, Chris, of Whitehall; half-sister, Debbie Neff of Catasauqua; brother-in-law, Frank Kumernitsky and wife, Suzanne, of Moore Township; mother-in-law, Nancy L. (Schisler) Kumernitsky of Northampton; three sisters-in-law, Kathy Grube and husband, Paul, of Moore Township, Donna Sheridan and husband, Barry, of San Antonio, Texas, and Jean Kumernitsky of Northampton; nieces and neph-

ews. Sandie was predeceased by a stepbrother, Barry; and a brother, Kevin.

Services: Private and at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the care of the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, LLC, in the Village of Moorestown – Bath.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to the Gift of Life Donor Program, 401 N. Third St., Philadelphia, PA 19123.

Garry P. Landis

Garry P. Landis, 70, a lifelong resident of Moore Township, unexpectedly passed away at his home on Sunday, July 16, 2023. Born in Fountain Hill, he was a son of the late Nevin F. “Floyd” and Dorothea M. (Schisler) Landis. Garry was a 1971 graduate of Northampton High School and attended Northampton Community College. Following in his father’s footsteps, he was employed at Keystone Cement Co. where he worked for 33 and a half years as a heavy equipment operator, before retiring in 2009. More importantly, Garry was a lifelong farmer who proudly and successfully continued the legacy of operating the Landis family farm in Moore Township along with his brothers, Lynn and Tim, and son, Craig. Although farming was his passion, there was nothing he loved more than spending time with his grandchildren. No matter how busy things were on the farm,

he always made time to attend whatever sporting event or concert that the grandkids were involved in. Garry was a member of Christ Church Little Moore United Church of Christ, Danielsville.

Survivors: He is survived by his wife, Carol A. (Heffelfinger) Landis; son, Craig Landis and wife, Barbara, of Moore Township; daughter, Kelly Landis and spouse, Ashley Sullivan-Landis, of California; five grandchildren, Katie, Luke, Payton, Austin and Andrew; a brother, Lynn Landis and wife, Nancy, of Klecknersville; nephews, Daniel and Adam Weinhofer, Michael and Steve Heffelfinger, Harrison and Austin Smith, and nieces, Beth Waselus, Megan Markulics, and Jill Grube. Garry was predeceased by two brothers, Timothy F. and Darryl W. Landis.

Services: A funeral service will be held on Monday, July 24, 2023, at 11 a.m. in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, LLC, 2165 Community Drive, Route 946, in the Village of Moorestown – Bath, PA 18014. Friends and relatives are invited to call on Sunday evening from 5 to 8 p.m. and Monday morning from 10 to 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow in New Hope Cemetery at Little Moore, Danielsville.

Contributions: Please consider making a donation to Christ Church Little Moore United Church of Christ, 913 South Mink Road, Danielsville, PA 18038.

restaurant’s equipment for the bakery, although there was still quite a lot of equipment he had to purchase and changes to make to the interior.

His plan was to open in midJune, however he wasn’t able to start construction on the inside of the bakery until late April because the conversion had to be approved by the township.

Steitz’ final approval came mere days before the soft opening, but that didn’t stop him from making as many donuts, coffee cakes, strudels, Danishes, pastries and cookies as he could with limited ingredients and in the span of only two and a half days.

On Saturday morning at 7:30 a.m., a line began to form at the door and throughout the parking lot for Baker Ben’s Bakery’s 8 a.m. opening. It wasn’t until five hours later that the line began to shorten, and the bakery sold out of everything by 2 p.m.

Steitz and his team began baking again late Saturday evening into Sunday in preparation for the next day. After just three hours, the bakery completely sold out again after customers lined the parking lot for the second day in a row.

Steitz says he’s personally not a big sweets fan, however sweets are what he loves to make the most.

is leasing was previously the Italian restaurant A Ca Mia, which allowed him to keep some of the

In fact, Steitz’ sweets have already left customers wanting to come back for more as many of them have expressed their intent to do so on the bakery’s Facebook group along with requests and highly rated reviews of baked goods purchased over the weekend.

Patrons can look forward to a larger variety of baked goods in the coming weeks such as cakes, cupcakes, cheesecakes, pies, brownies, donuts, Danishes, muffins, whoopie pies, cookies, cannoli, black bottoms, coffee cakes, assorted pastries and more. However, from now to the end of August, the bakery may not have as full of a variety as Steitz would like due to his team getting used to mass production, which he believes will work itself out within the next month.

Additionally, Steitz will begin making breads and rolls in midAugust and customers can also look forward to holiday items

East Allen

pay staff. In February, supervisors approved a $50,000 contribution to the organization to help cover payroll and operating costs. An additional contribution of $37,378.72 was made in April.

Township officials did not give statements following the vote. Instead, an official statement was released via a press release on July 14.

According to the press release, a series of unfortunate events led to this fiscal crisis. Among them: “the lack of sustainable call volumes, extremely low Medicare/ Medicaid reimbursements, declining subscriptions renewals, increasing staffing costs due to 24/7 coverage commencing in November 2022, and a lucrative pension plan that led to thousands of dollars of payments to former members.”

The financial situation was “far worse than originally anticipated,” the township said in its press release.

An investigation found that the ambulance corps was losing $26,000 each month. The township would have to contribute $389,000 to see EATVAC through June 2024, which would equal a 2.2 mill tax increase.

Despite this, “there would be no guarantee that even with a tax increase EATVAC would be on a path to financial solvency,” read the press release.

A committee was put together earlier this year to identify a possible partner who could help the ambulance corps continue to operate. Both Nazareth Regional EMS and Northampton Regional EMS were identified as possible partners. However, EATVAC recommended partnering with Nazareth Regional EMS in June.

A lack of financial transparency from Nazareth Regional EMS concerned supervisors, as discussed during the June 14 and June 22 supervisor meetings.

“The township felt making a decision to change any EMS services with the information provided was inappropriate and immature,” the press release states. As a result, supervisors refused to approve the partnership.

During the July 12 meeting, Borough Manager Brent Green said that Nazareth Regional EMS admitted to wanting a merger, not a partnership and that not everything stated during committee meetings would be possible.

As a result, supervisors voted to approve Northampton Regional EMS as the township’s emergency medical provider.

“Northampton Regional has committed to offer the same quality services we [were] grateful to receive by East Allen Township Volunteer Ambulance Corps and will work with the township on ensuring that there will be no lapse or loss of emergency medical services to East Allen Township,” continued the press release. Northampton Regional EMS will also work to recruit staff from EATVAC.

No official statement has been released from the EATVAC’s Board of Directors.

However, a Facebook message posted to the EATVAC Facebook page says: “Thank you for all the great memories and friendships made over the years. Also thank you to all of our current and past members and career staff who made East Allen EMS a great organization. Please stay tuned as our Board of Directors are meeting to discuss what’s next for East Allen EMS.”

The post was flooded with well wishes, words of encouragement and personal stories of times the

EATVAC came to the aid of loved ones.

The township did thank EATVAC for their four decades of dedication via the press release.

“Their passion and quality of their care provided for our residents, businesses and visitors of the township was second to none and will provide a strong foundation for our next provider.”

The next East Allen Township Board of Supervisors meeting will be Thursday, July 27 at 7 p.m.

Baker Ben

Continued from page 4 such as kiffles, cutout cookies and nut rolls from mid-October through Easter, paska bread for Easter, Irish soda bread for St. Patrick’s Day, fasnachts for Fasnacht Day, dog treats and CBD items.

On Saturday, August 26, Baker Ben’s Bakery will hold their grand opening with a full variety of the things Steitz will offer at the bakery, as well as a food truck, games for kids, samples and fun for everyone.

“I plan for it to be a fun day to spend with the community and getting to know everyone,” Steitz shared.

Baker Ben’s Bakery is located at 4330 Lehigh Dr. in Walnutport at the Lehigh Town Center. The bakery will be closed Mondays and Tuesdays, but customers can pick up orders on Tuesdays since Steitz and his team will be at the

bakery for production. The bakery requests that special orders be made at least one week in advance. Their hours of operation will be Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fridays from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tickets still available for The Great Bath Duck Race

Submitted by KARLA BUCKWALTER

The hot summer days are here and with that the humidity. Remember that we are a rain-orshine market. Join us with your umbrellas, raincoats and rain boots in case of rain as we approach the half-way point of the market season.

AK Farms has provided more seasonal produce to bring to the community. They can't attend the market but are willing to help secure some produce for us. Be sure to find blueberries, cherries, hopefully peaches, watermelon, onions (red and white), green and yellow beans, broccoli, zucchini, cucumbers, tomatoes,

cherry tomatoes, cabbage and eggs. Visit the Bath Farmers Market information tent to get your produce. Be sure to mark the following upcoming special events on your calendar if you are looking for things to do on your summer days.

If you are not familiar with the duck race, every year the market has "The Great Bath Duck Race" contest to raise funds to help keep the market running. The event will be on Saturday, July 22, promptly at 10:30 a.m. at Monocacy Creek Park. We race numerical rubber duckies in the creek for a chance to win over 20 prizes. The grand prize will be $250 in cash. Winners will be announced that day before the market closes. If you are a business and would like to donate any prizes for the event, please contact Carol Bear-Heckman at 610-390-0555 or email ckbh@ ptd.net. All proceeds go directly to the Bath Farmers Market.

Duck race tickets are $5 per ticket. Visit these locations in Bath to get yours: S. Seem Antiques & Artisans, The Daily Grind, Red Wolf, My Place and of course at the Bath Farmers Market information tent during market hours.

On August 5 we will have a Lego contest. Tables will be set up in the grassy area for the contestants to work on their designs for an hour. A bag of Legos will be provided. We will have two (maybe three) prize categories, one for children between the ages of 5 to 12, and another for teens between the ages of 13 to 19. If we have adult contestants that want to participate, we will make a third category. Come have some building fun to show

us your skills and your imagination. We will have new, returning and visiting vendors. Come visit us to support our local and very dedicated vendors.

This week at the market we will have the following vendors: Bizzle's Bites, Matty's Marvelous Makery, True Patriot Coffee, produce/information tent, S. Seem Goods Antiques & Artisans, Sue's Wood Crafts, Imagine Attic, Eve's Angels Candles, Mystic World Creations, Messy Maker and Lua Cheia Soapery.

Our musical guest will be Mitchell Hendricks from 10 to 11 a.m. Mitchell, a performer from the Lehigh Valley area, is a piano and acoustic guitar player and is a theater major. Mitchell covers pop/rock hits, from The Beatles to Ed Sheeran, to musical songs and everything in between.

Visit us at the Monocacy Creek Park on West Main Street in Bath every Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon.

Meet you at the clock!

Northampton County Shredding Event Announced

Submitted by BRITTNEY WAYLEN

A household document shredding event for Northampton County residents will take place on Saturday, July 22 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Department of Human Services building, located at 2801 Emrick Blvd. in Bethlehem. The event will be held rain or shine.

Document shredding will be first come, first served. Residents are limited to three boxes or bags per vehicle with a 25 pound weight limit per box or bag. Ac-

Continued on page 16

COMMUNITY

August 18 & 19

FOOD,

&

Bring your chairs or blankets to get a front row seat!

Proceeds benefit Moore Township Community Days

Bath Borough Council receives Park bench donations from Republican Club

By SAVANNAH BROWN

The Bath Borough Council met Monday, July 10 to discuss various upcoming borough events and agenda items.

At the beginning of the meeting, Mayor Fiorella Mirabito recognized the Bath Republican Association for their generous park bench donations for the Paw Park area.

“I extend a sincere and heartfelt thank you to the members of the Republican Association of Bath for their continued generosity and dedication to the Borough of Bath, its residents and business community. They have once again been incredibly generous in donating funds to the borough for the purchase of two park benches, which have been memorialized for the playground at Paw Park,” said Mayor Mirabito.

During courtesy of the floor, the Bath Fire Department announced that they will be having a basket social fundraiser to benefit the fire department on Saturday, October 7 and Sunday, October 8.

During council reports, Councilman James Lisiecki announced that the borough’s Public Works Department will be holding a Parks and Public Works Day on Friday, July 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the public works garage in honor of Public Works Appreciation Day. Residents are welcome to stop in and meet the public works crew and members of the borough administration.

Next, Councilwoman Phyllis Andrews and Mayor Mirabito provided an update on the schedule for Old Home Weekend, which will be Thursday, August 10 through Sunday August 13. The free outdoor movie on Thursday will be “The Sandlot” at 7:30/8 p.m. at Ciff Cowling Field. Additionally, businesses throughout the borough will be open late with specials/demos and water treatment plant tours will be available. On Friday, comedian Scott Henninger will perform at Ciff Cowling Field from 6 to 7 p.m. and live music from The Bryant Brothers Band will be from 7 to 9 p.m. On Saturday, the annual softball tournament will begin at 12:30 p.m. at Ciff Cowling Field and live music from The Wonton Soups will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday will be the rain date for both the softball tournament and movie night.

Councilwoman Andrews and Councilman Douglas Hamadyk reported that the electronic recycling event was a success and another one is being planned for October.

Council Vice President Frank

Hesch announced that the Public Works Committee will now be known as the MS4 Committee moving forward. Hesch explained that this new structure will allow council and the public time to engage with Borough Manager Bradford Flynn about ongoing public works projects and discussion.

In other business, Councilman Hamadyk and Vice President

Hesch brought up the topic of weeds. Both mentioned complaints and conversations that have been occurring throughout the borough regarding confusion about areas where residents are unsure if the weeds are the responsibility of property owners or the borough.

Manager Flynn reported that

Final Thursday July

LeClaire CHt, RM, CCP

Mike Krause, on behalf of the Bath Republican Association, and Mayor Fiorella Mirabito

Lehigh Township Supervisors grant Lehigh Valley Resort & Spa project extension

By LAURA KLOTZ

The Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors met on Tuesday, July 11 at 7 p.m.

Brad Rock of Lehigh Engineering represented Daniel DiSanto of 373 Riverview Dr., who was requesting approval of his lot line adjustment plan, and Zachary Bittner, who was seeking an extension of time for plan approval on his minor subdivision plan. Both requests were granted. Extensions of time for plan approvals were also granted to representatives of the Riverview Self Storage project and to Dennis Moyer, who along with John Moyer is working on a lot consolidation and grading plan.

Stanley Gertner appealed to the board for a similar extension in order to give him time to research his plan’s next steps due

to ongoing legal issues. Gertner’s plan involves a private “paper road,” he is trying to acquire. A paper road is a road that appears on maps but has not been built, generally occurring when city planners or subdivision developers lay out and dedicate roads that are never built. Gertner has located the heirs of the individual who designed the subdivision, and they have signed off on the plan, however his neighbor must also agree that no one owns the road in question and the neighbor is not conceding. Township Solicitor David Backenstoe recommended that the board grant at least two months of extension to give Gertner’s lawyer time to take action, and the board agreed.

Next the board heard from Joseph Zader, the legal representative for David Jaindl’s Lehigh

Myster Tree and Shrub Service

The

Valley Resort & Spa project at the former Mary Immaculate Center, and Adam Jaindl. Zader commented that in 35 years of practicing law, he has “never experienced a project of this complexity.” He reported that Jaindl wishes to set the project in motion as soon as possible and has made good progress with permits and paperwork. The end result of the project is to be a highend hotel and conference center. Zader noted that because of the building’s age, it is extremely “solidly built,” so altering the construction will take time. They requested a two-year extension of time for plan recording in order to make up for delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, and also offered to attend board meetings regularly in order to keep the board updated on their progress. Zader said the plan will need some small adjustments for items such as parking; the plan originally envisioned a parking lot, but is being changed to a parking deck. Board vice-chairman Cynthia Miller asked if these changes would need to be brought to the planning commission, but Jaindl did not think it would be necessary. Miller stated she had some concerns that after four years there is still no plan recorded,

but acknowledged that it is an unusually complex project. She inquired as to where the project stands regarding water and sewage, to which Zader replied he feels they are in good standing. The board ultimately agreed to the extension, but stipulated that Zader or another representative should bring them updates every six months, and that any major changes must be brought to the planning commission.

Frank Zamadics of the public works department reported that June was busy and July is shaping up to be busier. Two more cross pipes need to be installed at Cottonwood Drive, but the recent rains have caused delays.

Police Chief Scott Fogel reported that the department’s digital sign board has been replaced after being struck by a car a few weeks ago. Background checks are in progress for six applicants for the vacant positions on the police force. One resident wondered how the scheduling is working with the force being down two officers; Fogel assured her that they are doing their best and relying on neighboring jurisdictions for backup when needed. Fogel promised that officers are always given at least eight hours of down time between shifts. In

response to another resident’s inquiry about the unleashed dogs of a known neighbor, Fogel urged her to call the police any time the dogs are off of their property and he will personally look into the issue.

Miller reported that the planning commission is finalizing the wording on four ordinances and they will be added to the meeting agenda for board approval once they are ready. These include a proposed change to the medical marijuana ordinance and also an ordinance for recreational marijuana use, should the state move to legalize it.

Fire Commissioner Richard Hildebrand announced the fire company has received its third grant, which will allow them to acquire bailout bags, an apparatus that works with a harness to help firefighters escape deadly situations with greater ease. The firefighters had a meeting with the board members, and it was determined that the majority of residents are not paying for fire protection. A lengthy discussion was held regarding a motion drafted by Miller, and it was agreed that a fire tax will be implemented beginning Jan. 1, 2024; the board will determine the specifications at a later date. The township will be providing $614,968 to purchase the chassis of a new fire truck so that it can be ordered at a discount. Residents will be urged

Allen Township donates $1M for new fire engine

By KERI LINDENMUTH

During the July 11 Allen Township Board of Supervisors meeting, Allen Township Supervisors approved a $1 million donation to the Allen Township Volunteer Fire Company for the purchase of a new waterway engine at the total cost of $1.2 million. The fire department will be responsible for paying the difference.

Jacob Schock, president of the fire company, said he pursued two quotes for the new truck, both “remarkably close.” However, the department already has a Pierce truck in production and trusts the manufacturer. In addition, Pierce proposed an upgraded suspension and state-of-

the-art electrical system that “will grow with us,” said Schock.

The total price of the truck would be $1,299,561. However, paying for the apparatus upfront would save roughly $97,000, bringing the total cost down to around $1,202,000.

Supervisors expressed interest in purchasing the truck upfront to ensure the department gets the equipment they need. A new board could potentially rescind any financial contribution made by the township to the fire department in the future if the purchase wasn’t made. Supervisor Dale Hassler also cautioned that the cost of new fire engines only continues to increase, rising over

$50,000 in the last year alone.

“I want to make sure the fire company gets what they need,” said Supervisor Gary Behler. “The only way I can do that is if I get a vote.”

All supervisors agreed, approving the donation of $1 million for the new truck. As fire chief, Hassler abstained from the vote but did thank the township for its support.

“As fire chief, I appreciate this,” he said. “This is going to help us for a long time…[we are] so thankful.”

He called it an investment in the fire department and a way to support future generations of volunteer firefighters.

Schock agreed, saying this new truck’s mobile water supply will also help residents of the township in more remote areas where hydrants are not accessible, including his own neighborhood.

The fire department had a significant amount of calls this year alone, with over 240 since January. This includes the June 16 Willow Ridge apartment fire. Supervisor Paul Link called out the volunteers, saying he was “impressed” with how everyone worked together that day.

In other news, Dewey Engineering was on hand to discuss design plans for the fire department and municipal building renovations at 3530 Howertown Rd.

Designs showed how the building would take on two distinct entities: a township municipal building on the upper level and the fire department on the lower level. The upper level would include administrative offices, a boardroom and a communal hallway. A tax office and customer service window would be located at the front of the entryway so residents can pay taxes. The building would still maintain enough space for elections and other community needs.

Enhancements would include new signage and radio towers. Restrooms would also be renovated and brought up to standards. Safety glass would protect the administrative staff, while exits behind the secured area would allow employees to evacuate the building in case of emergency.

Another major renovation includes asbestos removal beneath the building’s existing tile floor.

The project is expected to start in February 2024 and run until October 2024. The township staff and Board of Supervisors will relocate to the old municipal building during this time. A temporary spot will be located for elections. The fire department will not be impacted by construction.

The total cost of the project is roughly $8.75 million. The township will seek financing, in addition to applying for $6 million in grants from Northampton County, Monroe County and

statewide LSA gaming grants. These applications were approved during the July 11 meeting.

“Let’s apply for the maximum and see if we can get a few million,” said Township Manager Ilene Eckhart.

As these exciting changes take place in the township, supervisors also approved the search for an assistant township manager. Supervisors approved an interview committee, as well as thirdparty background checks of potential candidates by Intercounty Investigations and Solutions.

Finally, movie night at Kreidersville Covered Bridge Park is scheduled for July 21, with a rain date of July 22. Eckhart said the community has been very responsive. The movie will be 2023’s “Super Mario Bros.”

The next Board of Supervisors Meeting will be Tuesday, July 25 at 6 p.m.

Continued from page 8

to donate what they can toward the purchase. A “thermometer”

sign will be erected at the fire company to show how the community is progressing toward the purchase. The board pledged that they will, at a minimum, provide $1.5 million to help buy the new truck.

Groundbreaking for the township maintenance building was announced for Monday, July 17, however there was not enough time to plan a ceremony. It was clarified that the architectural company overseeing the project will be comparing bills to specs as part of their service.

Township Manager Alice Rehrig informed the board that the used police Charger was listed for sale and garnered a great deal of interest. The winning bid was $4,050. The DEP has given the township an award of money to be used for security upgrades, and Rehrig hopes to add some security requests to the next meeting’s agenda.

The next Board of Supervisors meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 25 at 7 p.m. in the municipal building, located at 1069 Municipal Rd.

Northampton County Accepting applications For public safety grants State Police investigate bank robbery In Upper Mt. Bethel Township

Submitted by BRITTNEY WAYLEN

Lamont McClure and the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) announce that the County of Northampton will accept applications for 2023 public safety grants beginning on July 24 through September 1.

Public safety grants are available to Northampton County’s municipal and volunteer police, fire and EMS organizations. The grants can be used for capital improvements, vehicle purchase, equipment purchase and training. Eligible organizations can apply for up to $20,000 per application or project.

Approvals are scheduled to be announced in December 2023.

“While not a core county re-

sponsibility, we feel a moral obligation to provide support to fire departments and EMS services across the length and breadth of the county when our budget so permits,” says Lamont McClure.

Interested organizations can apply by visiting the Northampton County Participant Portal hosted by Neighborly Software at: https://portal.neighborlysoftware.com/northamptoncountypa/participant.

Registration is required on the Participant Portal in order to apply.

Program inquiries should be directed to: Sarah Ortiz with the Northampton County Department of Community & Economic Development, by calling 610-829-6308 or emailing sortiz@norcopa.gov.

By HOME NEWS STAFF

The Pennsylvania State Police

Pull tab tickets, progressive jackpots, and piggy

Food

Troop M Belfast Criminal Investigation Unit is investigating a bank robbery that occurred on Tuesday, July 11 in Upper Mount Bethel Township. At approximately 11:48 a.m., an individual described as a Hispanic male, 5 foot, 5 inches, wearing a black hoodie and blue surgical mask, entered the Fidelity Bank, located at 2118 N.

Delaware Dr. and passed a note demanding money from a bank teller. After receiving the money, the actor fled the scene.

Anyone with information regarding this incident or the identification of the individual is asked to contact PSP Belfast Criminal Investigation Unit at 610-759–6106. For more information on the Pennsylvania State Police, visit www.psp.pa.gov.

P hoto of the M onth C ontest

JULY THEME: WATER

SEND photos OF WATER TO cstroh@homenewspa.com

Include: Photographer’s name, description of photo, date & location taken

Deadline: JULY 24

Winner featured in JULY 27 issue of The Home News

Police Blotter

Wegmans retail theft

On July 10, CRPD responded to Wegmans in Lower Nazareth Township for a report of retail theft. Police were advised by Loss Prevention that they observed a female packing merchandise into reusable bags and leaving without paying. Dena McCauley, 60 of Easton, was identified as the female. The total value of merchandise removed without payment was $263.52. Police filed one count of retail theft as an M1 through DJ Capobianco’s office and will obtain a warrant for McCauley.

Wegmans retail theft

On July 6, a CRPD officer was dispatched to Wegmans in Hanover Township for a retail theft. Store security observed a male select various grocery items and place them in a grocery cart, where he then failed to pay. Security stopped the male outside the store. The total amount of theft was $547.06. The male was identified as 43-year-old Michael Gomes of Bethlehem. Gomes was taken into custody.

Walmart retail theft

On July 6, CRPD was dispatched to Walmart in Lower Nazareth Township for a retail theft in progress. Loss prevention reported that 19-year-old Alissa Soto and a 17-year-old female placed multiple items of clothing under their own clothing and placed multiple electronics, stationary and pet supplies in their purses. They left the store after only paying for a few pet items. Colonial Regional Police found the suspects in a restaurant restroom across the street. Both suspects were taken into custody and charged with misdemeanor retail theft and misdemeanor conspiracy to commit retail theft. The juvenile was processed at CRPD and released to a family member. Soto was taken to Northampton County Central Booking and arraigned by the night court judge.

Disorderly conduct

On June 29 a traffic stop was conducted for speeding at Gremar and Newburg Road. Upon contact with the driver of the vehicle, 41-year-old Amarilyis Sanchez of Slatington, an odor of marijuana was emanating from the vehicle. A search of the vehicle would conclude a small amount of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Charges were filed at Judge Capobianco’s office.

Criminal mischief

On July 3 a 40-year-old woman from Bath contacted PSP-Bethlehem to relate her garden hose was damaged in front of her residence on Old Forge Drive, which occurred sometime between July 2 and July 3. An unknown actor sliced through the outer casing of the garden hose, then turned on the water causing it to leak all over the ground and the victim’s basement. A neighborhood canvas was attempted in an area of the 300 block of Old Forge Drive with negative results. Anyone with information is asked to contact PSP-Bethlehem at 610-861-2026.

Northampton Borough Police Report

JUNE 24

Noise complaint in the 2300 block of Dewey Ave. Report of fireworks.

Traffic stop, E. 21st St. and Dewey St., the 900 block and the 2400 block of Main St., W. 21st St. and Canal St., and the unit block of W. 21st St. Traffic stops were conducted.

Reportable accident, Mill St. and E. 21st St. involving two vehicles.

Assist person in the 100 block of E. 4th St. Officers assist a female.

EMS ambulance assist in the 100 block of Stark St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.

Juvenile problem in the 200 block of W. 30th St., and Dewey Ave. and E. 22nd St. Reports of juvenile issues.

Disturbance in the 2300 block of Main St. Report of a disturbance.

Suspicious person in the 1500 block of Line Alley. Report of a suspicious male.

JUNE 25

Traffic stop, Main St. and Lerchenmiller Dr., and the 1500 block and the 2100 block of Main St. Traffic stops were conducted.

Continued on page 16

Bath Council

Continued from page 7

an ordinance was previously passed which specified weeds in the street were the responsibility of the property owner. Council requested that this issue be reexamined and agreed to send the topic to the PFA Committee to see if a change needs to take place. Following, the Public Safety Committee, chaired by Councilman Emanuel Mirabito, asked that ticket-

ing for state inspections be changed to focus on warnings first.

Next, council voted to approve a handicap parking spot at 142 Washington St. and the temporary suspension of open containers during the duration of Old Home Weekend.

Council also voted to authorize Manager Flynn to apply for a CFA multimodal

grant.

Last, council voted to oppose HB684, an amendment to Title 44 regarding charging municipalities for the use of Pa. State Police services. The next Bath Borough Council meeting will be held on Monday, August 7 at 6 p.m. in the borough’s office building, located at 121 S. Walnut St.

Church Directory

** REMINDER ** If your SUMMER SCHEDULE has changed, please contact our office at 610-923-0382 to update the Directory listing at no charge.

The Home News Church Directory is an alphabetical listing of community churches and synagogues. If you would like to make a change to your listing below, please email it to: cstroh@homenewspa.com or call 610-923-0382. 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. (No Sat. service first 3 weeks in July)

Sun. – Divine Liturgy 9 a.m.

BETHANY WESLEYAN, CHERRYVILLE.

610-767-1239

Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m.

BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, BUSHKILL

TWP. 610-759-7132

Sun. Worship 9:15 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m.

CHAPMAN QUARRIES

UNITED METHODIST, BATH. 610-837-0935

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.

We Care, Days of Prayer every fourth Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. CHESTNUT ST. BATH.

610-837-0345

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.

CHRIST U.C.C., SCHOENERSVILLE.

610-264-9325

Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m.

CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, DANIELSVILLE.

610-837-6051

Sun. – Worship 8:45 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON.

610-262-8500

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. with HC, SS 9:40 a.m.

COVENANT UNITED METHODIST, BATH.

610-837-7517

Sundays- 9 a.m. Worship (and online), 10:30 a.m. SS for all ages.

DRYLAND U.C.C., NAZARETH.

610-759-4444

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.

EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, WHITEHALL (EGYPT). 610-262-4961

Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m.

EL SHADDAI ASSEMBLY OF GOD, NAZARETH.

610-759-6557

Sunday School – 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship –10:45 a.m.

Youth Ministry – Sunday –6:30 p.m.

Kids Ministries –

Wednesday – 7 p.m.

EMMANUEL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, BATH.

610-837-1741

Sun –Traditional 8:45 a.m., Contemporary 10 a.m.

FAITH FAMILY FELLOWSHIP,

Northern R&S

BUSHKILL TWP. INFO@ FAITHFAMILYFELLOWSHIP.

CHURCH

Sun.- Contemporary Worship 10 a.m.

FAITH REFORMED, WALNUTPORT.

610-767-3505

Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, NORTHAMPTON.

610-262-9517

Sun – Worship 9 a.m.

GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, NAZARETH.

610-759-7036

Sun. – Worship 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.

GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, NAZARETH.

610-759-9080

Sun.- Worship 9 a.m. GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, NORTHAMPTON.

610-262-7186 (HA)

Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:15 a.m. GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, PEN ARGYL.

610-863-4811

Sun. – Worship

8:30/10 a.m.

HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, NAZARETH.

610-759-7363

Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m.

HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, NAZARETH.

610-759-0870

Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., M-F –Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass

5 p.m.

HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON.

610-262-2668

Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9 a.m.

HOLY TRINITY SLOVAK LUTHERAN, NORTHAMPTON.

610-262-3365

Sun. – Worship 10 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 9:30 a.m.

NEW JOURNEY

COMMUNITY CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON.

610-262-8101 (N)

Sun.- Worship 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

NORTHAMPTON

ASSEMBLY OF GOD, NORTHAMPTON

610-262-5645

Sun – Worship 11 a.m./6 p.m., SS

10 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7 p.m.

NORTHAMPTON GOD’S MISSIONARY CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON.

610-262-4412 (HA)

Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m. (ngmc. church)

PROMISED LAND CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE, BETHLEHEM.

610-759-7243

Sun.- Worship 10 a.m.

SS children and adults 9 a.m.

QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON

610-262-2227

Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30 a.m.,

Mon. – Fri. – Mass 8 a.m. Sat. –Mass 4 p.m.

RADIANT CHURCH, EASTON/NAZARETH.

484-597-1440

Sun. – Worship/meeting

10 a.m.

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, BATH.

610-837-7874

Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., Mon.-

Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

SALEM U.C.C. MOORESTOWN

610-759-1652

Sun. – 9:30 a.m.

SALEM UNITED METHODIST, DANIELSVILLE.

610-767-8003

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. 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. – Mass 8:30/10:30 a.m., M-F -8:30 a.m., Sat. – 4:30 p.m. ST. PAUL’S THIRD LUTHERAN CHURCH, PALMER TWP.

610-258-0875

Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m. All welcome. ST. PAUL’S UCC, NORTHAMPTON,

610-261-2910. HA

Worship 10:30 a.m. (with child care), SS 9 a.m. ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., OF INDIANLAND, CHERRYVILLE

610-767-5751

Sun. – Trad. Worship

10:30 a.m., Contemporary Praise Worship second Sunday 7:30 a.m. ST. PETER’S UCC SEEMSVILLE, NORTHAMPTON.

610-837-7426

Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., SS 9 a.m.

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, HECKTOWN

610-759-6377

Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, NORTHAMPTON

610-837-5894

•Specializing in old house siding restoration

•Harvey windows

•Small additions & porches

Est. 1965 Charles Muffley, Owner 255 Grouse Dr., Bath • 610-837-0913

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, CHERRYVILLE.

610 767-7203

Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS

9:15 a.m.

MOUNT EATON CHURCH, SAYLORSBURG.

570-992-7050

Sun- 8 a.m. Traditional, 10:30 a.m. Contemporary

Trinity Lutheran Church (Hecktown) 323 Nazareth Pike, Bethlehem, Pa 18020

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

July 24 to July 28 from 9 a.m. to noon daily

Questions

Email Katie Carr at katiecakes1088@gmail.com or call church office at 610-759-6377

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.

SCHOENECK MORAVIAN CHURCH, NAZARETH.

610-759-0376

Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS

9:15 a.m., 10:30 a.m. livestream via Facebook.

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 9 a.m.

KEY –

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

610-767-8939

Sat. – Sabbath School

9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m.

ZION’S STONE U.C.C., KREIDERSVILLE

610-262-1133

Sun. – SS 9 a.m., Worship 10:15 a.m.

ZION E.L. CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON, 610-262-6636 (N)

Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m.

W- Worship, M – Mass, S – Services, SS – Sunday School, CE – Christian Ed, BS – Bible Study, CC – Child Care, HC – Holy Communion, HA – Handicapped Accessible, VBS – Vacation Bible School

Northampton Area Middle School marking Period

4 honor roll

Grade 6

Distinguished Honors: Luke Michael Abrachinsky, Amani Andrew Barona, Leah

Marie Barry, Landon James Bartholomew, Destiny Paige Behler, Olivia June Bierman, Chase

Robert Bodnar, Kayleah Seriah

Boyer, Matthew Will Buskirk, Jose Elias Carrillo Manzueta, Shane Adam Clewell, Ava Jayde

Daptula, Logan William Darrah, Blake Stephen Dreisbach, Carter Jacob Eckhart, Nolan

Joseph Eline, Sara Marie Esser, Dorothy Rowan Everett, Hannah Phyllis Flamisch, Kayla Nohealani Fornarotto, Cooper Mac

Fry, Lucy Jean Gadsby, Kennedy

Lynn Gardner, Adam Benjamin

Geiger, Sean Vincent Glackin, Sophia Grace Glasgow, River

Patrick Gotto, Evangelina Maria

Gougoustamos, Demitri Scott

Greene, Ryan George Greig, Paige Nicole Hamilton, Riley Lucas Henahan, Todd Ryan Hough, Sarah Saada Issac, Haleigh Anne Johnson, Katie Ann Johnson, Nolan Scott Keen, Zoey Catherine Keim, Emma Corey Klaus, Finnegan Patrick Kline, Ezekiel

Samuel Knerr, Evelyn Ann Lack, Tucker William Lapps, Sadie

Elizabeth Laury, Hailey Rose Lieberman, Hayden Mae Lopata, Addison Paige Mager, Raegan

Elizabeth Marks, James Chase

Mauzey, Sophia Hazel Medei, Harley Jeanne Miller, Alaina Nicole Minarovic, Sham R Momari, Sonia Elena Moreira, James Preston Moyer, Owen Thomas Muhr, Teagan Foster O'Grady, Kaedyn Phillip Parker, Jelena Linh Phu, Dominic John Pignato, Rene Peter Plutko, Jackson Nicholas Pongracz, Grayson Jeffrie Robbins, Cooper Thomas Rogan, Brody Austin Rosenberger, Miley Reagan Salter, Alena Grace Santos, Brett Joseph Schaffer, Caden Thomas Schatz, Kaden Matthew Scholl, Brennan Joseph Schultz, Shane Anthony Scott, Tianna

Shammas, Hailee Jade Shisslak,

Cole Erik Silfies, Ronan Charles Skinker, Lila Grace Smith, Heidi Suzanne Stocker, Luke William Stopay, Olivia Rose Strain, Riley Mckenna Tencza, Connor Brian Thompson, Michael James Toohey, Isabella Kaye Urban, Ryker Jake Walker, Kellen Robert Weaver, Charley Lynn Weiner, Ava Lily Wolf, Ava Catherine Zeiner.

High Honors:

Eli Christopher Abdelmassih, Ashlynn Kay Angstadt, Spencer Christian Ault, Logan Scott Barry, Garrett Joseph Bealer, Patrick Martin Beam, Jacob Donald Betz, JamiLynn Grace Brooks, Dylan John Budraitis, Sophia Catherine Cambra, Damizjah Maree Carrasquillo, Brielle Marie Caserta, Michael Daniel Matthew Cattano, Michael Matthew Chickilly, Eva Bree Christoff, Livia Jean Churetta, Alberth Enmanuel Coste De Los Santos, Carter Stephen Craig, Ava Madison Dech, Mason Thomas Derhammer, William Edward Deutsch, Dominick Lee DiNapoli, Jolene Jacqueline Farres, Lily Marie Fetchko, Natalie Gerdak, Anthony Orlando Gianatiempo, Sophia Grace Giandomenico, Adam Anton Glose, Zachary Ty Green, Zorianna Shae Haldeman, Amber Lisa Hawkins, Austin Shawn Hawkins, Nathan Dennis Hemak, Alexander George Hodson, Carmello Leon Khuu, Mason Lee Kiefer, Johanna Rose King, Jack Andrew Kinsey, Jeyhis Kirk, Mason Albert Kohler, Arya Ann Kratzer, Brogan Jon Kunkel, Morgan Marie Leidy, Braysen Carter Lerch, Lucas Lichtenwalner, Isabella Ava Luciano, Brody Kapono-Makaio Marcks, Amelia Marie Martucci, Connor Allen Mayhan, Gabriela Elizabeth Medina Largo, Shahd Momari, Janniyah Lynnasia Morrell Moore, Alaina Lynne Morrissey, Jake Matthew Murphy, Elizabeth Michelle Ponce-Redondo, Londyn Capri Probus, Devin Tyler

Continued on page 15

submitted by ANNE GORDON

Northampton Fire Department’s summer camp

Honor Roll

Continued from page 14

Ramos, Joseph Daniel Rivera, Jazmyne Islandia Rochon, Ella Grace Roth, Kaitlyn Grace Roth, Alex Joseph Saylor, Mason Douglas Schaedel, Mason Gregory Schantz, Gavin Andrew Sinsky, Brayden Christopher Snyder, Sienna Renee Snyder, Dane Michael Spengler, Raina Elizabeth

Szymczak, Rocco Anthony Testa, Abigail Madeline Thierer, Abigail Marie Vermeulen, Lily Stephania Vitushinsky, Cailynn Rose Walczer, Autumn Rose Werkheiser, Paul Michael Williams, Cody David Yanochko.

Honors:

Denisia Nicole Bader, Derian Nicolas Berger, Daniel Gerald

Berghold, Jesiah Dwayne Bernard, Gianni Michael Caruso, Kahlil Anthony Cummings, Mackenzie Lynn Ford, Connor David Fritz, Shannon Jane Galle, Gavin Nicholas Graver, Cole Michael Griffin, Bella Grier

Heidrich, Aubree Ann Lamas, Rosemary Grace Lees, James Joseph LoVaglio, Connor Matthew

Magee, Emma Grace Martinez, Maci Rose Miller, Jayleen Ziomary Pantojas, Rilynn Pietkiewicz, Luciano Tomas Ramos, Jabriel

Anthony Rodriguez, Autumn

Machelle Rosentel, Matthew

Michael Saul, Destinee Samita

Slanina, Chase Nicholas Stefan, Luke George Ventrudo, Dorian Ilerioluwa Whesu.

Grade 7

Distinguished Honors: Madelyn Mae Baltz, Madison

Jane Bara, Evan Allen Barthol, Liam Viet Beck, Lukas Anthony

Bendekovits, Jainielliz Bermudez, Kayla Morgan Breen, Darcy

Jean Conrad, Brennah Rose Julia

Coulter, Evie Marie Crisafulli, Gianni Leon Cruz, Ashley Ferne

Dearden, Katherine Elizabeth

Deshler, Olivia Ivy Deutsch, Shiloh Wolfgang Dritt, Dustin Hayes Druckenmiller, Jacob Andrew Fallenstein, Brady Anthony Frack, Julia Elizabeth Furry, Thomas Anthony Galles-DeBaun, Madison Michelle Gensits, Emma Grace Gerstner, Stephanie Valentina Gibson, Vivienn Rose Giordano, Sebastian Troy Heben, Davyn Kyler Holland, Kayde Alexander Ibarra, Madelyn Ann Johnston, Sophia Maxine Kostik, Aidan Joseph Kraus, Aliya Joy

Kuehn, Sierra Skye Kutzler, Blake Alexander Lavenburg, Chloe Joan Loch, Jorge Lopez, Jacob Thomas

Malseed, Olivia Rose Marth, Brooke Elizabeth Meister, Hailey Payton Myer, Parker Nagy, Ariana Hatije Nesimi, Alivia Anne ODonnell, Victoria Annamaria

Pacchioni, Violette Rose Pasini, Kaya Pietryka, Annalese Daisy

Raker, Jake Stephen Raysely, Izzy Lee Reppert, Avana Lee Rivera, Isabella Nazha Roke, Logan Kutz

Rusnock, Madison Lynn Schaffer, Henry John Schoeneberger, Jacob Edward Seidick, Aidan Michael Sergent, Joseph Luke

Shadid, Gregory Edward SheatsMueller, Allison Elizabeth Silfies, Noah James Skoff, Kyla Jenifer

Smerdon, James William Sponsler, Madelyn Ann Taff, Alexander Jeffrey Takacs, Hannah Mary Tauber, Jacalynn Carol Tauber, Isabella Marie Toohey, Addison Elizabeth Ulshafer, Clarabella Grace Urban, Jace Michael Vajda, Nathaniel Raymond Vaughn, Ava Blair Williams, Madison Leigh Williamson, Brady Robert Woolslayer, Maria Rita Younes.

High Honors:

Azariah Finesse Able-Lewis, Luke Robert Becker, Riley Ann Bickert, Thaddeus Charles Bloss, Caitlin Jane Rose Bunn, Jacob Robert Burd, Jenalise Kristina

Burgos, Reed Edward Burkhart, Lucas MinHee Cho, Quinton

JinHee Cho, Chase Matthew

Christman, Emily Elizabeth

Christopher, Grayson Tyler

Connell, Eli Nicholas Daniels, Amarah Paige Davis, Sadie Rose

Deibert, Emily Isabella Lee Drosnock, Logan Cole Englert, Elizabeth Veronika Evinger, Brayden Michael Garrison, Aveda Reese Greenberg, Bailey Paige Gurski, Brayden Douglas Hachtman, Riley Jameson Hafner, Allison Louann Hahn, Haylee Sharon

Haupt, Athena Rayne Hayes, Amber Hinkle, Brianna Maria Hlinka, Riley Malcolm Howells, Sebastian Juarez, Joseph Thomas

Kennedy, Chase Austin Kessler, Muhanned Khalil, Riley Elizabeth Kinsey, Caden Arley Kish, Sebastien Henri Scott Koralewski, Braelyn Erin Krug, Alivia Jean Kuehn, Giuliano Anthony Labbadia, Levi Joseph Lattemann, Megan Marie Layton, Abigail Mary Lesisko, Hailee Ann Lutseo, Kenneth Michael Lynn, Colton Thomas Mahalick, Thomas Anthony Markiewicz, Gabriella

Marie Maury, Charlotte Lily McCullough, Devin Anson McDonald, Connor David McWilliams, Nicholas Carmen Mercadante, Joseph Michael Miller, Isabel Alysa Montiel, Caleb Holles Moyer, Caleb Anthony Noone, Elsie June Nunamacher, Mya Mae Pagan, Alejandra Ivonne Palacio, Mia Elizabeth Pizzolatto, Carson Blythe Rader, Isabella Rebecca Ramos, Justin Thomas Reilly, Lydia Nila Rockel, Kenslie Kathleen Rockovits, Aleksander Jacob Roman, Nathan Erik Ruff,

Ty Dayne Rutzmoser, Benjamin Steven Schoeneberger, Brielle

Alexis Snyder, Benjamin Oliver Swain, Karli Lynn Szoke, Violet Grace Walakovits, Hannah Emily Wargo, Avery Joseph Wilson.

Honors:

Taylor Grace Altif, Emma Lu

Arias Vargas, Lillian May Breidinger, Kendall Lorin Broadhurst, Aniyla Candelario, Abrian

Luis Cartagena, Olivia Catherine Case, Chase Alan Casterlin, Cyd

Catherine Chilson, Aiden Thomas Corsetti, Angelea Jane-Marie

D’Agata, Jordano Jair DelacruzAlava, Nicholas Ryan Dotter, Jordyn Angelica Flamisch, Justice Lee Flores, Annabella Leigh Frey, Dylon Konner Frey, Maddox Gonzalez, Katelyn June Kline, Leland Michael Krywonis, Emma Beth Luipersbeck, Dante Antonio Marsteller, Isaiah Christian Najera, James Opacic, Cecilia Karen Pagano, Dominick Greg-

Morningstar Living invites you to visit our Moravian Hall Square campus in Nazareth to enjoy a variety of programs.

EventFULL Living is a series of programs to enrich life’s journey. Reserve your place today in as many programs as you like.

The programs for AUGUST include:

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 2ND | 10:30 AM

Life Care at Home

Friends Life Care and Morningstar Living invite you to an informational seminar to learn what options are available if you want to remain in your home for the rest of your life. Learn the difference between long-term care insurance and membership in a Friends Life Care plan. Whether you are actively working, considering retirement, or already semi- or fully-retired, it's never too early to consider your future.

THURSDAY | AUGUST 10TH | 2:00PM

The Rise & Fall of Trans World Airlines

Trans World Airlines was the glamour girl of the industry, beginning in California. Founded by Howard Hughes, this airline started with the propeller development and moved up to the jet age. This presentation, by Eric Quimby, gives the history behind the rise and then the fall of this popular airline.

TUESDAY | AUGUST 15TH | 10:30AM

Composting - The Rotten Truth!

Composting enriches the soil and reduces the amount of waste that goes into landfills. In this seminar PennState Extension Master Gardner, John Drabic, will provide you with the knowledge to turn your garden and kitchen waste into black gold. This compost then enriches the soil, resulting in healthier plants.

These events are held at Moravian Hall Square 175 W. North St. Nazareth, PA

Reserve your seat today by calling 610 746 1000 or online at https://www morningstarliving org/upcoming-events/

Honor Roll

Continued from page 15

ory Pahountis, Kenan Andrew

Peck, Laila Rose Reichl, Emma

Rose Schall, Landin Charles Smith, Torin Stephen Smith, Abigail Marian Spencer, Wyatt

James Srogi, Bailey Ann Van Billiard, Chase Allen Werkheiser, Serenity Grace Wingler, Gunner Matthew Zydyk.

Grade 8

Distinguished Honors: Michael Joseph Aguanno, Ada Margaret Wilde Barnhorst, Kaitlyn Elizabeth Bartek, Drew

Thomas Bauer, Kaelyn Taylor

Bodine, Carla Angelina Carrasco

Francisco, Aaden Lucas Clough, Brianna Jaelyn Clough, Carter

Preston Clough, Amelia Rose

Cole, Anthony Louis Curto, Chase William Czarnecki, Saleema Jazlene Dale, Brady Francis Davis-Luizer, Isabella Morgan Derhammer, Connor Jakob

Dimmick, Aubrey Fayth Dochat, Grace Elizabeth Dorward, Sariah

Lorah’s Truck and Tractor Pulls

Rain Evert-Brida, Zody Marie

Feliciano, Jillian Lynn Fertal, Hannah Nicole Flamisch, Lea

Kahealani Fornarotto, Rylee Mia

Gable, Kailyn Alyce Gevaudan-

Mollenkof, Corrina Rae Gillespie, Yianna Maria Gougoustamos, Mattie Lynn Groller, Juliana

Hope Haas, Noah Jonathan Hafer, Colin Gregg Hamilton, Brooklyn Marie Henne, Keely

Zeta Holland, Zeynep Berra

Horuz, Kara Elizabeth Hudsco, Katelyn Rae Hudsco, Angelina

Tacarra Iannetta, Blayze Hunter

Ibarra, Alex Michael Jones, Marc

Andrew Jusinski, Daniel Ashby

Knecht, Keira Marie Kunkel, Katherine Daisy Landis, Eliana

Lindsay Lutsko, Autumn Marie

Maikits, Alex Matejcek, Conner

Matejcek, JosMarie Myra Mateo, Kacee Anne Medei, Kailynn Skye

Meixsell, Madison Nagy Michael, Adriana Kaylyn Miklich, Corbin

Chase Miller, Megan Sophia

Minnich, Nadia Michele Najera, Cora Evelyn Nunamacher, Riggins Kilburn O’Grady, Ethan Michael Olesh, Daniella Passanisi, Abigail Victoria Pennington, Lily

Ava Pennington, Danika Renee

TRUCK PULL - Friday, July 28

TRUCK DRAG - Saturday, July 29

Pulls begins 6 p.m. • Gates open 4 p.m

Food stand open

Admission $15 pp • Children 10 & under free FMI call 610-767-3515 or www.lorahspulls.com

Rodriguez, Eddialee Rodriguez, Oseas Amitai Rodriguez Romero, Haileigh Louise Romig, Brooke Abby Rosenberger, Logan Patrick Saylor, Tori Reign Schaffer, Myah Alexia Scheetz, Nathan Wayne Scheirer, Lilly Grace Schlittler, Kendall Theresa Scholl, Ella Louise Schrampf, Larson Elliott Schultz, Ashley Lea Share, Morgan Phyllis Shehab, Sadie Kay Shipwash, Addison Marie Slivka, Jeremiah Dewayne Strowder, Christopher Andrew Stumpf, Ava Caroline Talbot, Jeremiah Luis Wedderburn, Brooke Wieand. High Honors: Julia Marie Arbushites, Mya Rose Arocho, Aaron Au, Hailey Summer Barreto, Arianna Grace Beltrame, Devin Joseph Binder, Angelina Catherine Bottone, Anthony James Bottone, L’siah Angel Carrasquillo, Madelyn Ann Coughlan, Ivy Rose Cuppy-Collis, Aidan Michael D’Avanzo, Jerailda Anais Estaban De La Cruz, Eric Lee Flamisch, Gianna Kay Frisoli, Elena Kim Gehris, Danielle Makenzie Glaser, Caidyn Michael Thomas Greenway, Alayna Kiersten Hahn, Zachary William Hartzell, Kiley Grace Henritzy, Karly Marie Hirsch, Emalee Paige Hudson, Quinn Ryne Hughes, Wyatt Adam Jones, Travis Paul Kaintz, Evan Paul Kleppinger, Ryan Timothy Kocher, Helen Rebekah Krieger, Claire Ludia Luckenbach, Jesse James Madurski, Aidan Pierce Mager, Trevor Richard Messer, Madison Ann Miller, Michael David Miller, Samantha Amber Neff, Jonovan James Ossman, Natalie Grace Pagut, Benjamin Edward Pennington, Logan Joseph Pierson-Balik, Kilee Marie Pinho, Richard Ama Punzalan, Anusha Shabnum Ramin, Natalie Rose Regalis, Gavin Thomas Regits, Darien Rivera, Eddiana

Rodriguez, Eddianiz Rodriguez, Gabriela Michelle Rodriguez, Peyton James Romanishan, Allison Dakota Rounsaville, John Igor Sawarynski, Aiden Matthew

Sayers, Sophia Rose Schlegel, Schyler Marie Schneck, Brynn

Tannon Seibert, Liam Joseph

Sekol, Josephine Haley Siegfried, Conner James Spencer, Chase

Edward Stasak, Sophia Kate Titano, Francea Alysa Towler, Alexia

Lynn Unangst, Alexander Joseph

Vilanova, Robert Patrick Wambold, Olivia Shay Warren, Cameron Barry Weaver, Faith Marie Weaver, Kirsten Alexis Wolfe, Grace Elizabeth Wolfel, Evelyn

Isis Ziegler, Maryam Assem Zohir.

Honors: Aiden Nicholas Ambriano, Lilliana Elizabeth Ash, Gabriel Ballard, Owen David Basara, Isaac Aaron Bealer, Caleb Delano

Beers, Tyler Scott Borger, Hailee

Jessenia Bowers, Hailey Christine Bullock, Matthew Douglas Cramer, Zachary James Danilovitz, Carrie Nadine Deysher, Andrew Joseph Eberts, Aurora Nicole

Greene, Caleb Michael Harka, Adin Anthony Haymaker, Kathryn Susan Heller, Josiah Kenneth Hippert, Jaden Anthony Houser, Emily Grace Lancon, Michelle Lou Lasso, Karialys Nicole Laviena Morales, Jayce Lucas-Collis, Carter Nicholas Mack, Sapphire Mandell, Alexandria Lorraine

Maurice, Leyla Destiny Mejias, Kelania Faith Morales, Ashley Grace Neff, Jeremy Yeudy Nunez, Ava Danielle O’Connor, Melany Lynn Padgett, Khalia Audrey

Pierson, Rocco James Pignato, Stephanie Paola Ponce-Redondo, Cody William Reimer, Ellia Rae Sharkazy, Kaylie Mae Simmons, Taylor Sipel, Aubrey Madison Tiscio, Erik Xavier Vazquez, Arianna Gail Marie Walker.

Northampton Borough Police

Continued from page 11

Suspicious act in the 1300 block of Stewart St. Report of a suspicious act.

Civil matter in the 2300 block of Northampton Ave. Report of a civil issue.

Assist agency in the 3700 block of Mangrove Dr., Lehigh Township. Request for Officers to assist Lehigh Township Police Department.

JUNE 26

Reportable accident in the 1300 block of Canal St. involving two vehicles.

Criminal mischief in the 1200 block of Newport Ave. Report of the front windshield of a legally parked vehicle damaged.

Check building in the 1800 block of Main St., Request to check a building.

Suspicious act in the 100 block

of E. 1st St. Report of a suspicious act.

Non-reportable accident, Main St. and W. 21st St. involving two vehicles.

Death, attended/unattended in the 500 block of Washington Ave. Report of an unattended death.

JUNE 27

Suspicious act in the 1300 block of Washington Ave., and E. 4th St. and Pearl St. Reports of suspicious acts.

Non-reportable accident in the unit block of W. 21st St. involving two vehicles.

Theft, other in the 1700 block of Washington Ave. Report of a bike taken for a front porch. The theft was caught on video and Officers were able to identify the actor. The bike was returned to the owner.

Harassment in the 1300 block of Vienna St., and the 1400 block of Railroad St. Reports of harassment.

JUNE 28

Check person/welfare in the 1700 block of Main St. Request to check the welfare of a female.

Non-reportable accident, Main St. and E. 21st St. involving two vehicles.

Disturbance in the 22000 block of Main St., the 100 block of W. 16th St., and the 1600 block of Newport Ave. Reports of disturbances.

Domestic in the 2000 block of Main St. between a male and a female.

Civil matter in the unit block of W. 21st St. Report of a civil matter.

Shredding

Continued from page 6

Unwanted person in the 1600 block of Newport Ave. Report of an unwanted female. cepted items include accounting records, canceled checks, pay stubs, financial statements, investment transactions, legal documents, medical records, tax forms, etc. Participants are requested not to arrive before the 10 a.m. starting time to avoid causing traffic problems.

As residents arrive, please remain in your vehicles, have unlocked doors or trunks, and make boxed or bagged documents accessible to staff.

Unacceptable materials include junk mail, magazines, catalogs, photographs, negatives and Xrays.

Staples, paper clips, rubber bands and folders are accepted. Ring binders, metal strips and plastic sheet protectors or coverings will be refused.

4739 S. Cypress Dr., Walnutport