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A fireworks presentation concluded the annual Nazareth Day celebration on July 17. Photo by Gregory Morgan Photography.

Bath Mayor Mirabito held a “Kool Off The Kids” event at Rehrig Field last Thursday. Photo by Gregory Morgan Photography.

Security cameras to be installed at Northampton School Bath Borough parks Board discusses 202122 health and safety Plan, book donations

By KERI LINDENMUTH After a string of vandalism, Bath Borough Council voted unanimously to approve the installation of several security cameras in three borough parks: Ciff Cowling, Keystone, and Monocacy. These cameras offer remote viewing, allowing borough officials in the municipal building to monitor the parks and giving the Pennsylvania State Police evidence they need to find and arrest

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persecutors. Borough Manager Brad Flynn warned that there would be “significant build-out costs” to ensure these outdoor locations have the proper power and network connections. The entire project will cost roughly $42,000. The cameras themselves are $6,321 and will be provided by Altronics. RCN has offered to waive the buildout costs but will charge the borough $146 per month per location to service the cameras. The most expensive part of the project will be IT costs at $35,000. The borough’s IT partner will be responsible for setting up the system, server, and network security. Some of the costs will be covered by American Rescue Plan funding. Flynn said it is possible to phase out the costs, but worries that the costs of the technology will only increase as time goes on. “I do not want borough property destroyed, I do not want residential property destroyed,” said Mayor Fiorella Mirabito. “If we can get a chance to prosecute, I am all for it. I am so done with the disrespect.” “It stinks...to spend public money like this...because [the parks] get vandalized by people who do not care about this town,”

Flynn added. Cameras will come in handy as the borough looks at revamping some of its parks. Mayor Mirabito’s newest “mayor’s project” will be a “sprayground” water feature and splash pad that she hopes to install at Keystone Park. This follows her previous project, the Paw Park, which was built entirely through volunteer efforts and donations. “The more I think about it, there is nothing in this borough for these kids to do,” she said. “This would be great to add to our park system.” She said the cost of the feature could be anywhere from $50,000 to $60,000 but the costs will be covered entirely by donations. She is already planning on forming a committee and various fundraising efforts, including an upcoming run. She referenced the borough’s 250th anniversary campaign, in which over $70,000 was raised through similar volunteer efforts over several years. Flynn warned that a lot of engineering would have to go into this feature, especially when it comes to MS4 stormwater regulations. “I have no doubt you can get it done,” he told Mayor Mirabito. “But we should definitely cross our Ts and dot our Is.”

By CHRISTINA SANTO The Northampton School Board met on Monday, July 19 to discuss the health and safety plan for the upcoming school year; also, many residents were present at the meeting to discuss their objections to book donations from “The Conscious Kid,” an organization describing itself as “an education, research, and policy organization dedicated to equity and promoting healthy racial identity development in youth, [supporting] organizations, families and educators in taking action to disrupt racism in kids.” Superintendent Joseph Kovalchik and assistant superintendent Dr. Michelle Schoeneberger gave a presentation describing the key points of the district’s health and safety plan. The plan, which is required by Pennsylvania law, is an ever-changing document that will continue to evolve as the pandemic moves forward, said Kovalchik. Masks will be optional inside district buildings, but will be required on buses per state mandates. Further, the district

hopes to keep social distancing up to three feet when possible. A symptoms screening will be sent out once a week to parents/ guardians on Sunday night; students or staff members experiencing COVID-like symptoms will be asked to stay home. Positive cases must be reported to the district to allow for contract tracing if necessary. Plexiglass screens will be in front of the cafeteria cashiers, and splash guards will cover all food. The first day for students will be Monday, August 30. All schools will resume their normal start and end times, since buses will not be cleaned between each run. Schoeneberger discussed the Continued on page 3

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Allen Township puts trash and Recycling contract out to bid By KERI LINDENMUTH After collecting resident input and opinions, the Allen Township Board of Supervisors has authorized Borough Manager Ilene Eckhart to start soliciting bids for their 2022 Trash and Recycling Services Contract. The motion was made during the supervisors’ July 13 meeting. The township has been contracted with Advanced Disposal since August 2019. The contract will end in June 2022. Supervisors admitted they did not read the current contract as closely as they should have in the past, which led to some resident com-

plaints regarding the amount of trash that could or could not be put out for pickup. Eckhart has previously asked Advanced to grant the township a one-year extension under the current contract terms, but Advanced rejected this request due to financial reasons. In the request for bids, supervisors asked Eckhart to ask applicants to price out the contract amount based on different bag limits to avoid a similar controversy as in the past. Supervisor Gary Behler said he would like to see options for three bags, six bags, and unlimited bags. He also

said he would be willing to allow haulers to break collections into zones if that lowers the price of the contract. “We can put some flexibility into this contract,” said Eckhart. “[And see] what level of service is acceptable.” Behler added that he would like to see contracts that last at least three to five years “so we are not in the same boat in another year.” Supervisor Dale Hassler agreed. He added that five years may be too far into the future and limit the number of bids the township gets, but he would like

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Senior Centers Reopening in Northampton County

Submitted by BECKY BARTLETT Lamont McClure and the Division of Area Agency on Aging announce a soft reopening of some of Northampton County’s Senior Centers. Senior Centers provide hot meals, transportation, health and wellness programs, income tax assistance and many other services to older county residents. Guidelines have been put in place and seniors must agree to abide by the guidelines before they can return. Temperature checks will be conducted at the door and everyone is encouraged to practice social distancing. Each center is offering different activities. Some centers will serve a daily hot meal, others are only offering ‘to-go’ meals. Participants are encouraged to contact their center of choice first to see which services are available. “It goes without saying how difficult this past year has been for everyone and especially for our seniors,” says Lamont McClure. “It’s important that we reopen our centers so our older residents can socialize and access the important services that they need.” “Area Agency on Aging is thrilled to be able to offer our clients in-person meals and activities again,” says Director Laurie Greco. “We are beginning with a ‘soft’ opening to ensure everyone’s safety. As we move forward, we hope to return to a full slate of programming and events.”

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During the pandemic, the County’s senior centers offered drive-through pick-ups and stayed in touch with clients through phone calls and emails. Information and a calendar of events for each senior center can be accessed at https://www. northamptoncounty.org/HS/AGING/Pages/Senior-Centers.aspx.

NAKKEF Golf Tournament Returns

Submitted by BILL CONNER After a two-year hiatus, the Northampton Area Konkrete Kids Educational Golf Tournament was held on June 21, 2021 at the Woodstone Country Club. The Tournament featured a full field of 142 golfers, a new record. Golfers were eager to return to normal and they were happy to get back to Woodstone. The Northampton Area Konkrete Kids Educational Foundation, established in 2009 by a group of community volunteers, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, tax-exempt organization whose primary goal is to support and finance innovative programs that enhance the quality of education for Northampton Area School District’s K-12 students. The Foundation provides the District’s teachers and administrators with funds that are used to extend learning opportunities and co-curricular experiences for the benefit of the entire school community. The Foundation funds Grant Requests submitted by the District teachers and administrators that enhance the quality of K-12 education throughout the District. Since its establishment in 2009, the Foundation has provided over $146,000 for projects. Woodstone owner, Bruce Lack, was once again the Title Sponsor of the Tournament. Mr. Lack has been the Foundation’s Number One supporter not only for the golf tournament, but for other events as well. There were a number of prizes awarded to golfers. There were three flights with first, second, and third places awarded for each flight. The first-place team in each flight received Vokey wedges, the second-place teams received golf shirts, and the third-place teams received $35.00 gift certificates to the Woodstone Pro Shop. Prizes were also awarded for five “Closest to Pin” holes and one “Straightest Drive” hole. Woodstone provided a wonderful meal at their Woodstone Pit BBQ. There were a number of sponsors in addition to Mr. Lack. They included Safeguard, St. Luke’s Sports Medicine, KCBA Architects, D’Huy Engineering, People’s Security Bank and Trust, Bio-Haz Solutions, Schisler Funeral Home, Assist-to-Sell (Tim

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Gab Over by Pete The Fence G. Ossip

Sorry I missed last week’s issue gang, it was a hectic week. Looks like the fireworks at Nazareth Day were real nice. It sure was hot. There was an air quality alert on Tuesday and I’ll tell ya what, I went for a walk in the morning and my lungs were burning. The sun sure looked strange too. It’s on accounta the Canadian wildfires, the smog has made its way here... I noticed an abundance of police reports over ID theft in the area so as always just be careful and be vigilant of that kinda thing...We’re running a pet photo contest right now leading up to our pet supplement. If you’d like to enter you pet into the contest, email cstroh@homenewspa.com along with some info about your pet like name, age, breed, and any silly tidbits that you got...Moore Township is having another free community event, it’s free movie night this Friday, they’re showing “The Goonies.” That’ll be a good time, and it looks like nice weather all week for a change...Somethin’ kinda crazy happened on Schoeneck Avenue in Upper Nazareth Township over the weekend. A man crashed his car into someone’s garage, which launched a parked car into the living room. Luckily no one was hurt. Imagine waking up to a car in your living room...Bath Borough Council met earlier this week to go over the rental inspection ordinance, we’ll have more info on that in next week’s issue for ya...The Great Bath Duck Race is coming up, make sure you snag a ticket, best of luck to ya. Tickets are $5 and proceeds benefit the Bath Farmers’ Market. The duck race is one of the best ideas I’ve heard of to raise funds and bring the community together... The event in Bath, Blues & Brews, will be here before we know it. That’ll take place on S. Chestnut Street

in September. I don’t know about you but it made my day when I found out the GWHS is having their Christmas House Tour this year. Don’t you ever drive past beautiful homes and think, boy I wish I could see the inside? It’s fun to get a peak...I think I gotta wrap things up here for this week, so stay cool and cya next time.

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programs in place to address learning gaps and provide for students’ social and emotional health. The district’s goal with these programs was to enhance the programs they already had in place to better meet the needs of their students. The second of three Summer Bridge sessions will wrap up on July 22; the final session will run from July 26 to August 12. Other programs in place include a school-based therapy program through St. Luke’s. Starting this school year, the district will add another therapist to the elementary schools; the middle school

and high school each have one. NASD also partners with Valley Youth House to provide one-onone and small group counseling, in addition to their school counselors. Potential book donations from The Conscious Kid was another highly discussed topic. Many residents expressed that they wanted the board to deny the donations. One resident brought up the newly found connection between The Conscious Kid, Hasbro, and critical race theory. They also communicated that they have raised their children to judge people on their character and not their skin color, which one resident argued is not the school district’s place. Kovalchik expressed that if the district were to accept the donations, the books would not be a required read or used as a part of the curriculum. Rather, they would be placed in the library or guidance counselors’ office to be used as a resource for those who might benefit from them. After a lot of back and forth discussion, the board motioned to table making a decision on the

book donations from Conscious Kid. In other business, the Northampton Area School District will be launching their new website as of July 20. Lehigh Elementary School will hold two open houses on Saturday, August 14 from 8 a.m. to 2p.m. and Thursday, August 18 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The building is ready to accept students for the upcoming year, but construction activity will continue for a while longer. The next Northampton Area School District board meeting will be held on Monday, August 9 at 6:30 p.m. in the middle school cafeteria.

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Tepes), Jerdon Construction, and many more. In all, the Foundation raised about $17,000.00 to support its educational programs. The Foundation thanks all who were involved, including Gregg Myer, Director of Golf; Ray Silnik, Head Pro; Tim O’Neill, General Manager; Tony Cruz,

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Obituaries

Richard A. Lapointe Kevin G. Markulics

Richard Arthur Lapointe of Newark, DE, age 91, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Monday, May 31, 2021. Richard was born on Oct. 31, 1929 in Lisbon, New Hampshire to the late Arthur Theodore Lapointe and Rhea (Wheelock) Hanks. Richard was a boilermaker for 46 years and worked most of his career with Chicago Bridge & Iron Co., for whom he had the opportunity to travel all over the world. He also built and operated a mobile home park, Lapointe's Royal Oaks in Bath, Pa. and owned and operated Bay Mist Apartments in Ocean City, MD. Richard enjoyed hunting, a good game of cribbage and square dancing with his wife. Richard is survived by his wife, Evelyn Lapointe of Newark, DE; son, Richard M. Lapointe of Newark, DE and his wife, Linda; daughters: Sharon Diehl of Bath, Pa. and her husband, Rod and Donna Longley of Nazareth, Pa. and her husband, Richard; seven grandchildren: Joshua Lapointe, Jessica Piontek, Jenna Lapointe, Megan Troxell, Jake Longley, Luke Diehl and Drew Diehl; and 11 great grandchildren. Services for Richard will be held privately and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions

Kevin G. Markulics, 63, of Northampton, passed away on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg. Born in Northampton, he was a son of Joanne (Heffelfinger) Markulics of Upper Nazareth Township, and the late Rudolph P. Markulics. Kevin was a 1975 graduate of Northampton High School and attended Delaware Valley University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Husbandry. Prior to retiring in 2020, he was employed as a property manager for Tobyhanna Army Depot, where he worked for several years. Kevin had a passion for farming while working with his grandfather at a young age. Kevin loved fishing, playing horseshoes, and family gatherings. Kevin was a member of Emanuel’s Lutheran Church and Petersville Rod & Gun Club. Survivors: In addition to Kevin’s mother, Joanne, he will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by his sister, Melissa J. Frey and husband, Frank, of Lake City, Florida; brothers, Paul J. Markulics of Pen Argyl, and Thomas A. Markulics and wife, Kellie, of Hastings, Minnesota; along with nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Jeffrey P. Markulics; and a sister, Lisa Marie Rabenold. Services: A family celebration of life service will be held at a lat-

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By FRANKLIN HOMME We go to family and friends’ funerals but we never think about when we are going. A month before my wife passed, we attended a friend’s wife's funeral. We always become intensely sad when we hear that a friend or old school mate has passed. We may begin to wonder the direction that his or her life had taken over the years. This happens more and more, the older we grow, the experience of losing friends or a family member happens more often. But many of us tend to avoid talking about it (Corinthians 15:19). I am sure many of you have heard of the country singer Tim McGraw’s song- and were possible inspired by “Live Like You Were Dying.” In the song he describes some of the exciting “bucket list” things a man did receiving some bad news about his health. He also chooses to love and forgive people more freely- speaking to them more tenderly. The song recommends that we live as if knowing our lives will end soon. If you listen, the song reminds us that our time is limited. Despite what our culture thinks, this life is not about us. It’s about being reconciled to God. Death comes to all of us and we never know when. Therefore, we need to trust God (Psalm 116:8-9). It’s important for us to not put off tomorrow what we can do today (Matthew 25:13). You may have recently buried your wife, your husband, your mother, your father, your child or some loved one. These people will suddenly receive a new resurrection body. We will be reunited and never separated again. But the reunion is near at hand, and it will be glorious to see them again. Death surely isn't a terrible experiencewhat can be more pleasant than to be with the Lord (Corinthians 5:8)? But McGraw’s song doesn’t tell the whole story if you listen to the words. We who love Jesus will never run out of tomorrow. Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die, and whoever lives by believing in me will never die” (John 11: 25-26). So don’t live like you’re dying. Because you’re not. Rather, live like Jesus is coming. Because He will return. John describes a beautiful victory scene (Rev. 21:1-3) where God makes His home with His people (V31) and

Local Students Named to the Gettysburg College Dean's List For spring 2021

Submitted by MOLLY FOSTER Gettysburg College students take pride in their work, and we are likewise proud to announce their recent academic achievements. Students whose semester averages were 3.6 or above were recently placed on the Dean's Honor List. The following local students have been awarded this outstanding academic achievement in the Spring 2021 semester. Lillian Grochowski of Nazareth and Leah McCann of Northampton.

Lock Haven University Spring 2021 Graduates

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3rd Annual Dragon Boat Festival- Sunday, Aug. 1 from 8 a.m.to 3 p.m. at Evergreen Lake, Bath. Call 610-861-7555 ext. 29 FMI. 24th Annual Car Show- Sunday, Sept. 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Moore Twp. Rec. Center. Hosted by Moore Twp. Lions and Lioness Club. Annual Bath Volunteer Firefighters Halloween ParadeTuesday, Oct. 19 at 7 p.m. Annual Pink Pumpkins Coins 4 Chemo Car and Bike Cruise- July 25 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at The American Club in Coplay. Visit www.pinkpumpkinscoins4chemo.org FMI. Atlas Cement Company Memorial Museum- Open every second and fourth Sunday of the month from 1 to 3 p.m. through Sept. Visitors required to wear masks. Bath Blues and Brews- Sat., Sept. 18 from 1 to 6 p.m. on S. Chestnut St., Bath. Four+ bands, vendors, etc. Bath Community-Wide Yard Sale- Saturday, Sept. 11 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bath Museum- Open third Saturday every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 121 S. Walnut St., Bath. Volunteers welcome and masks required. Big-Time Celebration- July 21-24 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, Roseto. Borough of Bath Community Campfire- Sat., Oct. 23 from 7 to 10 p.m. at Firefighters Park. FMI email mayor@boroughofbath. org. 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. Historical Horner's Cemetery (1728)- Free guided tours daily by appt. April-October dawn to dusk. Call 610-984-4532. Lehigh Valley VegStock- Sunday, Oct. 9 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Llantrisant Retreat & Wellness Center in Tatamy. Celebration of plant-based, vegan and vegetarian food, crafts, music and fun. Moore Township Community Days- Friday and Saturday, August 20 and 21. Music, fireworks, rides, games, food, beer and vendors. COVID guidelines apply. Moore Township Movie in the Park- Friday, July 23 at Borek Field. Park opens 6:30 p.m., movie around 8:30 p.m. Bring chairs/blankets. Snack stand open. Movie TBA. Northampton Borough Crime Watch Meeting- Typically held second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Northampton Borough Fire Dept. The Great Bath Duck Race- Friday, July 30 at 4:30 p.m. at the clock in Bath. Uptown Northampton Street Fair- Saturday, Sept. 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Main Street Northampton. Merchant and craft vendors, music, adult beverages, food trucks and more. Weekly Food Truck Festival- Wednesdays from 4 to 8 p.m. at Unangst Tree Farm. Live music, fun, food and hayrides.

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By HOME NEWS STAFF The Borough of Bath Community Campfire returns this year on Saturday, October 23 from 7 to 10 p.m. at Firefighters Park. Attendees can enjoy live music by “The Verdict” and refreshments will be available for purchase. All are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. “We are looking forward to spending a cool autumn evening with the warm fire, friends and great music!” said Mayor Mirabito of the event. For more information about this event, please email Mayor Mirabito at mayor@boroughofbath.org.

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ated Summa cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology; Gabrielle Gallo of Northampton graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences; Samantha Harling of Danielsville graduated with a Master of Education in Alternative Education. Students who graduated with honors indicates that the recipient has earned a grade point average of 3.50 and higher. Degrees are officially granted after the University certifies completion of all academic requirements. For more information on Lock Haven University, visit www. lockhaven.edu, email admissions@lockhaven.edu, or call 570-484-2011.

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BATH AREA

Saginario resigns as Bath Council President; Ehrgott makes history as First female president

president, Saginario was an active member of various committees, including the Personnel, Administration, and Finance Committee. During his tenure, he helped oversee ordinances for issues like parking enforcement, road improvements, and the borough’s new rental inspection ordinance, which is still in development. “Mark has been on this council for a very long time and he has done an outstanding job,” said Mayor Fiorella Mirabito. “He has done all he could...I thank him for the time and dedication he has given to the borough.” All members of council passed a motion permitting his resignation, with, in the words Children enjoying last Thursday’s “Kool Off” event in Bath. Photo by Gregory Morgan Photography. of Councilman Barry Fenstermaker, “regret.” Borough code requires a new president and vice president after a resignation. Ehrgott was voted the council’ new presiSigns of skin issues include: Frequent licking, chewing or biting at skin dent, the first female council Hair loss • Body odor • Rash, redness and scabs president the borough has ever Excessive rolling, rubbing or scooting had. Borough Manager Brad Flynn said Ehrgott was making borough history that evening. Fenstermaker was voted vice president and Councilman Frank Hesch was voted president pro tem. These leadership roles will remain in effect until Call us today to 2022’s reorganization meeting. help your pet get some relief

By KERI LINDENMUTH During the Borough of Bath Council meeting on Wednesday, July 14, Council Vice President Michele Ehrgott read a letter of resignation she received from Council President Mark Saginario. Saginario was not present at the evening’s meeting, the first time he has missed a meeting in his 16 years as a member of council. Saginario cited “life changes” and a temporary work schedule as the reason for his resignation, leaving him unable to dedicate the time to the president’s role. However, he added that he will finish out his term as a councilperson while remaining committed to term limits, something he says he believes strongly in. During his time as council

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Dylan Geuss Lehigh Township Police are requesting assistance in locating a missing person from Nectarine Road in Danielsville. Dylan Geuss is a 22-year-old, white male,

5’7”, 150 pounds, has brown hair, brown eyes, and wears glasses. Geuss was described as being an introvert and may be a high-functioning autistic. Dylan disabled the home Wi-Fi prior to leaving on July 7, 2021, took his electronics, and has turned off his cell phone. Surveillance video from neighbors in the area showed a dark-colored sedan, possibly blue, stopping in front of his address on Nectarine Road. The surveillance video showed a white male wearing a white shirt and khaki pants standing near the dark-colored sedan. Surveillance didn’t show Dylan getting into the vehicle. If anyone has any information on Dylan’s whereabouts or wellbeing, please contact the Lehigh Township Police Department at 610-760-8800. Dylan has been entered into NCIC as a missing person.

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between two men. Keith Bartholomew, 53 of Allentown, was yelling profane language and racial slurs at another male. A charge of disorderly conduct was filed with District Judge Zumas office.

Retail theft at Wegmans

On July 10 at 2 p.m., Wegmans security called in a theft in progress to the CRPD. Vanesa Grancea, age 19, and a second unknown female, had stolen a shopping cart full of merchandise and left the store without paying for any of it. The pair was stopped by security in the parking lot where they fled on foot across the shopping center. Police arrived on scene and stopped a family member of Grancea who was driving around the parking lot with a vehicle door open in an attempt to find her and pick her up. The driver of that van was stopped by police and detained. Grancea then ran up to police and turned herself in, where she was also detained. The total value of the merchandise was $497.13. Grancea was arraigned by DJ Zumas and committed to Northampton County Prison on $2,500 bail.

Retail theft, Defiant trespass

On June 29, 47-year-old Eddie Rodriguez-Gonzalez was observed entering Wegmans and selecting 14 packages of lobster tails. He also selected three packages of shrimp. The total value was $558.97. He concealed the merchandise in bags and a shopping cart where he then passed all points of sale without making payment. Rodriguez-Gonzalez

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Retail theft at Walmart

CRPD responded to Walmart in Lower Nazareth on July 4 for a report of a retail theft that occurred on July 2. Police were informed by Loss Prevention that they had a female on video that came in and selected merchandise and exited the store with it without paying for it. The female then re-entered the store, selected more merchandise and went to the self-checkout where she under-rang some merchandise and skipped ringing up other merchandise before bagging it. The female then went to customer service to return items that she did not purchase. The total value of the merchandise that was stolen or fraudulently returned was $358.46. After conducting their investigation, police were able to positively identify the female as 46-year-old Crystal Mabry of Cowpans, SC. Police made contact with Mabry by telephone, and she admitted to being at Walmart, but denied taking anything. Police obtained an arrest warrant for Mabry.

ID theft Shady Lane, East Allen Twp.

On July 14 an unknown individual(s) filed for unemployment compensation using the victim’s personal information. The victim is a 41-year-old man. No money was paid to the victim. The application was sent back to the Office of Unemployment, notifying them the claim was fraudulent.

More ID theft Miller Drive, East Allen Twp.

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Northampton Borough Police Report JUNE 24 Neighbor complaint in the 1300 block of Stewart St. Report of a neighbor issue. Unwanted person in the 1000 block of Main St. Report of an unwanted female. Assist person in the 1400 block of Laubach Ave. Officers assist a female. K-9 assist/used in the 1100 block of Front St., North Catasauqua. Request for Sergeant Buchanan and K-9 Officer Vito to assist North Catasauqua Police Department. EMS ambulance assist in the 800 block of Main St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.

JUNE 25 Traffic stop in the unit block of W. 21st St. and Canal St. and W 21st St. Traffic stops were conducted. Check area in the 400 block of E. 11th St. Request to check the area. Suspicious act in the 100 block of W. 27th St. Report of a suspicious act. Juvenile problem in the 900 block of Main St. Report of a juvenile issue. Noise complaint in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Report of fireworks. EMS ambulance assist in the 1300 block of Newport Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.

JUNE 26 Noise complaint in the 1600 block of Main St. Report of loud music. Juvenile problem in the unit block of Lerchenmiller Dr. Report of a juvenile issue. Suspicious act in the 1600 block of Laubach Ave. Report of a suspicious act. Continued on page 15 License # PA003267

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Paw Prints on the Canal raises $9,300 For Northampton Police

By KERI LINDENMUTH During the Northampton Borough Council meeting on Thursday, July 15, Candi Lynn, organizer of the hugely popular Paw Prints on the Canal event, presented over $9,300 in donations to the Northampton Police Department. “We are back!” Lynn said excitedly, surrounded by members of her Team Paw Prints committee. The event had been canceled in 2020, but returned in June bigger than ever before. Thousands of visitors and their fourlegged friends browsed the event’s over 160 vendors. They enjoyed a pet costume contest, met shelter animals up for adoption, and supported the numerous rescue organizations spreading their message of “adopt don’t shop.” Through vendor fees, a raffle, a bake sale, and a microchipping event, Paw Prints was able to raise $9,313. All funds are donated to the police department’s K-9 unit. Lynn says Team Paw Prints is planning to meet in September to start planning for 2022’s event.

Litter, music and crowds at Canal Park Frustrate residents By KERI LINDENMUTH Over half a dozen residents spoke out at the Northampton Borough Council meeting on Thursday, July 15, frustrated over litter, loud music and crowds at the borough’s Canal Park. “Enough is enough,” said one resident. He mentioned illegally parked vehicles, drag racing, loud music, leftover trash, and even public urination. Joseph Donahue, who lives several blocks away from the park, showed pictures of vehicles on fire and played recordings of music on his cell phone. He said at any given day there

may be 300 to 400 people at the park. He urged council to close the park until they can come up with a solution. “Nobody would want this at their house,” he said. Other residents echoed Donahue’s sentiments. One woman said she no longer felt safe walking her dog. Other residents mentioned verbal abuse. “This is a symptom of a larger problem,” said Carol Lockett. “An example should be set by council and people who own property.” Lockett cited businesses on Main Street covered in weeds and pet waste on the sidewalks.

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NAZARETH AREA Livable Landscape Grant awards checks presented Submitted by BECKY BARTLETT Lamont McClure and the Department of Parks and Recreation are pleased to announce

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For the last three days, two Mourning Doves have visited me. The first day they meandered on my driveway, sauntering together like a couple enjoying a spring day. On the second day, they explored the yard, stopping for a bite to eat at the feeder. Always together, always loving and caring

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towards each other. Today one sat on the deck railing, closer to my patio door, bobbing its head from side to side, shyly peeking in at me. The other dove sat a tad further away on the same brown railing but closer to the bare Dogwood tree. As I sipped my morning coffee, the doves entertained me, glancing towards each other, checking to make sure their loved one was not far away. Then the one closer joined the other, and like the wind, flew up and perched on the telephone wire, side by side. They cuddled there for some time, swaying, getting closer, weathering the wind that whipped the thin wire like a clothesline on wash day. Then when the wire settled down, they flew off toContinued on page 16

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ASSUMPTION BVM PARISH, Northampton. 610-262-2559 Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. - Fri. Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4 p.m., Holy Days 7 p.m. Vigil, 6:45/8 a.m. Assumption of the Virgin Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Northampton. 610-262-2882 Sat. – Vesper services 5 p.m. Sun. – Divine Liturgy 9 a.m. BETHANY WESLEYAN, Cherryville. 610-767-1239 Sun. – Worship 9/10:30 a.m. BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, Bushkill Twp. 610-759-7132 Sun. – 9:15 a.m. (outdoor/ Zoom), 10:30 a.m. Fellowship, 11:15 Worship (inside). CHAPMAN QUARRIES UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-837-0935 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. in-person/Zoom CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. Chestnut St. Bath. 610837-0345 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. CHRIST CHURCH U.C.C., Bethlehem. 610865-6565 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. in-person/streaming

CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville. 610-837-6051 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton. 610-2628500 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. HC, SS 9:40 a.m., Adult BS 10:45 a.m. COVENANT UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-837-7517 Sun. – 9 a.m. in-person/ Facebook DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. in-person/online EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt). 610-262-4961 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. EL SHADDAI ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Nazareth. 610-759-6557 SS- 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 – In-person/Facebook live: Celebration Worship 8:45 a.m., Traditional Worship in Sanctuary 10:15 a.m. FAITH FAMILY FELLOWSHIP, Bushkill Twp. 484-408-9624 Sun.-Contemporary Worship 10 a.m. FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport. 610-7673505 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOD'S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-4412 Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m./6 p.m. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton. 610-2629517 Sun – Worship 9 a.m. inperson/online GOSPEL CHAPEL WESLEYAN CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-

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8101 (N) Sun. – Worship 8/11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-7036 Sun.- Worship 10 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-9080 Sun.- Worship 9 a.m. inperson, HC on July 18. GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Northampton. 610-2627186 (HA) Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. in-person GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Pen Argyl. 610-863-4811 Sun. – Worship 8:30/10 a.m., Sunday School 10 a.m. HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, Nazareth. 610-759-7363 Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m., outdoor worship 11:15 a.m. HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0870 Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., M-S – Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Vigil Mass 5 p.m., Holy days – Mass 7/9 a.m. and 5 p.m. HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton. 610-2622668 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., HC first Sunday every month HOLY TRINITY SLOVAK LUTHERAN, Northampton. 610-2623365 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cherryville. 610 767-7203 Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m. parking lot LIFE CHURCH NAZARETH, Nazareth. 610-434-3117 Sun- Worship 8:30/10/11:30 a.m. MOUNTAIN VIEW WESLEYAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-759-7553 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Adult SS 9 a.m. NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-3163 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.

NORTHAMPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Northampton. 610-2625465 Sun – Worship 11 a.m./6 p.m., SS 10 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7 p.m. NORTHAMPTON GOD'S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-2624412 (HA) Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m./6 p.m. (ngmc. church) QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-2622227 Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon./Wed.- Mass 8 a.m., Adoration 6:30 p.m., Tues. Adoration 7:30 a.m., Mass 8 a.m., Fri.- Children’s Mass 9:15 a.m., Sat.- 4 p.m. Mass, Confessions 3:30 p.m. RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth. 484597-1440 Sun. – Worship broadcast live 10:30 a.m. SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. 610837-7874 Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., Mon.-Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri – Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. SALEM U.C.C., Moorestown. 610-7591652 Sun. – Worship in the Air Conditioned Fellowship Hall 9:30 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sunday of the month in the Church Grove) SALEM UNITED METHODIST, Danielsville. 610-7678003 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. Facebook SCHOENECK MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0376 Sun.- Worship 9:30 a.m. in-person/live stream ST. BRIGID'S EPISCOPAL, Nazareth. 610-746-3910 Sun. – 10 a.m. in-person/ Facebook

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ST. JOHN'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1061 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. inperson/online ST. JOHN'S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-3090. Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., Sat. – Worship 5:30 p.m., both in-person ST. JOHN'S U.C.C., Northampton. 610-2628666 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., inperson/online. ST. JOHN'S U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. in-person/live streamed ST. NICHOLAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, Walnutport. 610-7673107 Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30 a.m., Holy Day – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30 p.m. ST. PAUL'S UCC, Northampton. 610-2612910. HA Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. ST. PAUL'S U.C.C. of Indianland, Cherryville. 610-767-4572 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m., online, in-person, in parking lot or on phone. ST. PETER'S U.C.C., Seemsvile. 610-837-7426 Sun. – Worship at 9 a.m. VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, Northampton. 610-837-5894 Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m. WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST, Walnutport. 610-7678939 Sat. – Worship 9:30 a.m., Sabbath School 10:45 a.m. ZION'S STONE U.C.C., Kreidersville. 610-262-1133 Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. in-person/live stream ZION Evangelical Lutheran Church, Northampton. 610-2626636 (N) Sun. – Worship 10 a.m.

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COMING EVENTS AUCTION Contents of basement, garage and large shed. Saturday, July 31 at 10 a.m. 260 Stagecoach Rd., Northampton. Antiques, tools, piano, jukebox, old toys, dishware, old chest, riding mower with 54 inch-cut, bicycle, wagon wheel and more. Next auction Sept. 18. (7/22)

PUBLIC NOTICE-LEGAL ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Joseph F. Bobal, Jr., late of the Township of East Allen, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Joelle Ingallinera, also known as Joelle Bobal, Executrix of the Estate of Joseph F. Bobal, Jr. 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

Joelle Ingallinera, a/k/a Joelle Bobal ℅ Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (7/8-7/22) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of JEANETTE PHYLLIS BEHUN, deceased, late of Hanover Township, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, Letters of Administration have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the Decedent to make the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to: Administrator: Patricia A. Behun ℅ David B. Shulman, Esquire SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC 419 Delaware Avenue P.O. Box 157 Palmerton, PA 18071 (7/8-7/22) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Theresa J. Schafer, late of the Township of Moore, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Donna Marie VanBlargan, also known as Donna Marie Miller, Executrix of the Estate of Theresa J. Schafer. 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 Donna Marie VanBlargan, a/k/a Donna Marie Miller ℅ Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire

Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (7/8-7/22) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Earl Clifford Stocker, deceased, late of Easton, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, Letters Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the Decedent to make the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to: Executrix: Sondra Lee Stocker ℅ David B. Shulman, Esquire SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC 1935 Center Street Northampton, PA 18067 (7/15-7/29) CORRECTION There was an error printed in the July 15-21, 2021 issue for the “Invitation for Request for Bids Purchase of Property.” The ad read “Bids will be opened at the regularly scheduled Board of Supervisors meeting to be held Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at 6:00 PM.” The Board of Supervisors August meeting has been changed to Wednesday, August 4 at 6:00 PM. Moore Township Board of Supervisors Nicholas Steiner, Township Manager (7/22) PUBLIC NOTICE MOORE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGULAR MEETING DATE AND LOCATION CHANGE MOORE TOWNSHIP, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Moore Township Board of Supervisors will hold their August regular meeting on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at 6:00 pm at the Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Company, 2718 Mountain View Dr, Bath PA 18014. All interested

July 22-28, 2021 13 persons are invited to attend. Moore Township Board of Supervisors Nicholas Steiner, Township Manager (7/22) PUBLIC NOTICE The public is hereby notified that the Board of Supervisors of Moore Township shall hold a public meeting on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 commencing at 6:00 p.m. at the Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Company, 2718 Mountain View Drive, Bath, PA for the purpose of enacting the following Ordinance which is summarized below. Copies of the complete text of the Ordinance are available at Moore Township Municipal Building and The Home News and may be examined during regular business hours. AN ORDINANCE OF MOORE TOWNSHIP, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA REGULATING THE GROWTH AND MAINTENANCE OF BAMBOO IN THE TOWNSHIP AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THE VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE. All Ordinances and parts of Ordinances inconsistent with the act shall be repealed. David M. Backenstoe, Esquire Solicitor, Moore Township 148 Main Street Hellertown, PA 18055 (7/22)

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Even more ID Theft Hogan Way, Allen Twp.

On July 15 an unknown individual(s) filed for unemployment compensation using the victim’s personal information. The victim is a 56-year-old female. No money was paid to the victim. The application was sent back to the Office of Unemployment, notifying them the claim was fraudulent.

Theft by decept East Allen Twp.

On June 22, PSP-Bethlehem

responded to Portland Drive in East Allen Township for a call regarding a See Officer. Upon further investigation, it was determined that an unknown individual(s) used the Victim’s personal ID info to open a checking account in the victim’s name. The victim is a 41-year-old woman.

Theft by decept Morton Court, Allen Twp.

On July 9 an unknown individual(s) filed for unemployment compensation using the victim’s personal information. The victim is a 41-year-old female. No money was paid to the victim. The application was sent back to the Office of Unemployment, notifying them the claim was fraudulent.

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On July 4 a member of the Pennsylvania State Police was dispatched to Meadow Road in Allen Township for a report of Criminal Mischief that occurred sometime overnight. A vehicle was vandalized on the property.

Update on Northampton County Prison

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start of the pandemic, 188 inmates have tested positive for COVID-19. All have finished their quarantine periods or are no longer at NCP. Sixty-five staff members have tested positive for the virus since the start of the pandemic. All have finished their quarantine periods and returned to work. “We are very pleased that cases of COVID-19 at NCP are back to zero,” says Lamont McClure. “Our vaccination clinics and the continuing mitigation measures by our staff have done a great job at reducing the infection rate within the facility.” Since March 2020, NCP has conducted 3,603 tests for COVID-19 on inmates. All new inmates coming into the facility receive a test before they are transferred to General Popula-

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tion; residents are tested on a random basis. There are currently 569 inmates in residence at NCP. NCP has held five vaccination clinics this year. Shots for inmates and staff are administered by PrimeCare Medical. The vaccinations are not compulsory and are only provided to those who request them. Services, including the Linking Employment Activities Prerelease or LEAP program and the Pine Brook Family Answers program have begun to reopen at the facility. The Work Release program has also resumed. Furloughed inmates are scheduled to return between now and the end Continued on page 16

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EMS ambulance assist in the 100 block of E. 4th St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female. Fraud in the 600 block of Walker Dr. Report of an email scam. Domestic in the 2100 block of Washington Ave. between a male and a female. Traffic stop in the 1600 block of Laubach Ave. Disturbance, W. 14th St. and Poplar St. Report of a disturbance.

JUNE 27 EMS ambulance assist in the 1300 block of Stewart St. and the 400 block of McKeever Ln. Officers assist EMS with the transports of females. Noise complaint in the 500 block of E. 11th St. and the 1300 block of Stewart St. Reports of loud music. Domestic in the 2800 block of Cherryville Rd. between a male and a female. Traffic stop in the 1300 block of Canal St. A traffic stop was conducted.

Noise complaint in the 500 block of E. 11th St. Report of loud music. Assist person in the 2200 block of Washington Ave. Officers assist a male. Check person/welfare in the 300 block of E. 11th St. Request to check the welfare of a female. Traffic stop, Canal St. and W. 15th St. A traffic stop was conducted.

JUNE 29 Assist person in the 500 block of E. 17th St. and the 1400 block of Laubach Ave. Officers assist females. Hit and run accident in the 100 block of W. 27th St. Report of a legally parked vehicle struck causing damage from the rear bumper to the front driver side door.

Neighbor complaint in the 700 block of Dewey Ave. and the 300 block of Howertown Rd. Reports of neighbor issues. Domestic in the 300 block of E. 9th St. between a male and a female.

Fraud in the 1300 block of Stewart St. Report of a phone scam. Juvenile problem in the 1600 block of Laubach Ave. Report of a juvenile issue. Civil matter in the 2200 block of Main St. Report of a civil issue.

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that fills my heart with a sense of peace, and a message of hope when days are tough. I'd like to think that each time a coo whispers through the trees, love travels, hoping to touch all those you need to be reminded that no matter what life brings, love is always the answer.

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gether hopefully living happily ever after. Just like people we meet on our path, God in His wisdom created birds, butterflies, dogs, cats, and all animals to teach us lessons. The Mourning Doves are a perfect example. These precious birds who mate for life are loving and caring, sharing their days together, whether sitting on a telephone wire, on a tree branch, or on a deck railing. Where there is one, you will usually find the other. When death eventually comes the one left behind will often remain alone. In the evenings when I take my walk, or when I sit on my front porch, the coo of the dove reminds me of the love they share. It is the softness of the coo

Caregivers of Northampton County Email a photo of your pet along with a short write-up can get additional PHONE (name, age, breed, etc.) to cstroh@homenewspa.com support through the 610-923-0382 or mail to P.O. Box A, Walnutport, PA 18088 Caregiver Support Entries will be posted to The Home News Facebook page where votes can be cast Program

Winner will be featured in our 2021 Pet Supplement. Win some awesome prizes from our sponsors! Email a photo of your pet along with a short write-up (name, age, breed, etc.) to cstroh@homenewspa.com or mail to P.O. Box A, Walnutport, PA 18088. Entries will be posted to The Home News Facebook page where votes can be cast.

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of July. A COVID-19 drive-through vaccination clinic and testing site is open at 3100 Emrick Blvd. Bethlehem Township, 18020. Hours of operation are Monday/ Wednesday/Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Tuesday/Thursday from 2 to 6 p.m. The drivethrough testing center is located in the parking area to the rear of the Coordinated Health Building and is separate from patient parking and routine patient care. A physician’s order is not required to be tested. The drivethrough site is open to everyone, but only residents of Northampton County will receive a free test if they do not have health coverage. All testing will be through HNL Lab Medicine unless insurance requires an alternate laboratory. Participants should bring a photo ID and their insurance card, if they have one, with them to the testing site. To make an appointment for a vaccine at the COVID-19 drivethru testing site use one of the following options: 1. Schedule at the LVHN website at LVHN.org/appointment. 2. Schedule on the MyLVHN patient portal, at MyLVHN.org. 3. Call 833-584-6283.

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Contact Northampton County Area Agency on Aging at 610-829-4540 for more information • Caregivers can receive reimbursement for approved, out-of-pocket caregiving expenses such as respite care, assistance with personal care and consumable supplies such as adult disposable depends and nutritional drink supplements. • Care receiver is age 60 or older and requires assistance with bathing dressing etc., or under age 60 with a diagnosis of dementia • Reimbursement is based on the household income of the care receiver • Assistance for Grandparents who are 55+ and are the primary caregiver for their grandchildren • Assistance for older adults who are 55+ and are the primary caregiver for their adult children age 18-59 with a diagnosis of a non-dementia related disability.