Fire destroys hay barn At Willow Brook Farms
By HOME NEWS STAFF
On Saturday, July 20 at 12:19 a.m., emergency crews were dispatched to Willow Brook Farms in Allen Township for a structure fire.
By 2:30 a.m. the fire was under control, however emergency personnel were onsite, off and on, for almost 24 hours, wetting down the straw and hay that continued to smolder.
The hay storage barn involved in the fire was completely destroyed, however no animals were inside the barn and no injuries were reported.
In addition to the Allen Township Fire Co. No. 1, the following agencies assisted with the barn fire: Northampton F42, East Allen F46, Hanover Township F15, Lehigh Township F47 Bath F40, Klecknersville
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By KERI LINDENMUTH
The Northampton Police Department’s K-9 unit received a generous, five-figure donation made possible by a community of dedicated volunteers.
Paw Prints on the Canal organizers Candi Lynn, Beth Smith, Donna Werley and Carol Weiss presented a check for $13,115 to the police department during the July 18 Northampton Borough Council meeting. Police Chief Bryan Kadingo, Officer Geoff Perry and K-9 Chico were on hand to accept the donation.
This extraordinary donation was raised during June’s Paw Prints on the Canal event,
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Court of Honor held For Troop 74 Eagle Scouts
Submitted by KYLE MORRIS
On Saturday, July 13, a Court of Honor ceremony was held at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Nazareth for Troop 74’s Eagle Scouts Aaron Louw and Christopher Walters.
Both Aaron and Christopher completed an Eagle Scout Project to obtain their rank.
Aaron constructed an augmented reality sandbox with software for interactive watershed
education to supplement the Jacobsburg State Park Environmental Education Center’s watershed education program. He trained park staff and led an interactive presentation for the public with his troop members. He managed
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Photo courtesy of Allen Township Fire Co.
From left to right: Donna Werley, Officer Geoff Perry, K-9 Chico, Candi Lynn, Beth Smith and Carol Weiss
Aaron, left, and Christopher, right, during their Court of Honor ceremony; photo by Gregory Patton, Troop 74 photographer
Hay Barn Fire
F48, Hecktown F53, Nancy Run F14, Catasauqua LC2, Coplay LC5 North Catasauqua LC18, Woodlawn LC32, Northampton Regional EMS 49, Lehigh County EMS 62, Fire Police from the previous agencies listed, and the North Penn Goodwill Canteen Service.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
Photo courtesy of Allen Township Fire Co.
Moore Elementary Student Weston Ladd Places 2nd in investment Challenge
By HOME NEWS STAFF
Brighter Financial Futures and Fidelity Bank last month recognized Moore Elementary student Weston Ladd. Weston finished in second place in their annual Spring Investing Challenge in the middle school division for Northampton County, working under the leadership of Melinda McCann.
Weston completed the online challenge as a fourth grader for his Gifted Support Challenge class.
The annual investing challenge allows students to manage a hypothetical $100,000 portfolio by investing in stocks, teaching them about investing and encouraging financial literacy through handson activities in the classroom.
scripture in their lives. Raising a flagpole with the American flag will help to advocate respect for our country, life and freedom, and promote the church values and encourage others to uphold them as well.
“We at Troop 74 are honored to have these two fine men achieve the rank of Eagle Scout, putting the troop’s total to 114 across our 65-year history. Fewer than 5% of all Scouts achieve this high honor that represents a great level of service, sacrifice and dedication to one’s troop, community and nation. As an Eagle Scout myself, I can speak to the hard work that makes this honor possible through earning the 21 required merit badges, serving in various leadership positions, executing a service project over the course of hundreds of hours, and so much more than what meets the eye. Aaron and Christopher both went above and beyond throughout their Scouting journeys and they should be very proud of this incredible accomplishment!” said Assistant Scoutmaster Kyle Morris, Eagle Scout Class of 2021.
Christopher and Aaron received citations from the offices of Governor Josh Shapiro and U.S. Senator John Fetterman, a citation as well as State Capitol flags from Congresswoman Susan Wild, a State Senate citation from Pa. State Rep. Nick Miller, a House citation from Pa. State Rep. Ann Flood, and citations from Pa. State Rep. Joe Emrick and Marine Corps Rep. Bill Kropa. Both Aaron and Christopher
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helpers in 227 hours of design, construction and training. Aaron believes the best way to start watershed recovery is to develop greater awareness through interactive educational tools that leave positive, memorable impressions on developing minds.
Christopher’s Eagle Scout
Project is an outdoor reflection garden that includes a 25-foot flagpole with a 3-inch gold eagle constructed for Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church in Nazareth. Him and his helpers spent 208.5 hours in the construction of the project. Christopher believes that creating this outdoor space gives parishioners and church visitors the opportunity to sit outdoors, meditate and reflect on the meaning of the
Preston Joseph Ervin, Jr.
Preston J. “Pep” Ervin, Jr., 83, of Upper Nazareth, passed peacefully on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at Lehigh Valley Hospice Inpatient in Allentown. He was the beloved husband of Joan (Fogel) Ervin, with whom he shared 64 years of marriage.
Born Feb. 6, 1941 in Easton, he was a son of the late Preston and Helen (Hayden) Ervin. During his life Preston became fondly known by the nickname “Pep” due to his zest for life and several interests. Whether it be archery hunting, fishing, calling turkey in or just taking photos, Pep loved spending his free time outdoors and interacting with wildlife. Eager to share his enthusiasm, he enjoyed mentoring anyone who wanted to know how to hunt or fish, especially children. Pep also enjoyed buying and selling as a hobby in addition to grass cutting fields.
Pep attended Nazareth High School and proudly served in the U.S. Army while stationed in Korea, where he served in the Honor Guard. He later worked as a meat cutter for Falks Food Basket as well as holding other side jobs. Later he owned and operated Pep’s Hoagies and Pep’s Place in the west end of Nazareth. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Hecktown as well as a life member of Point Phillips Rod and Gun Club and the East Lawn Fire Company.
In addition to his loving wife, Joan, Pep is survived by his daughter, Tammy Rissmiller and her husband, Wayne; sons, Scott Ervin and his wife, Jennie, and David Ervin and his wife, Dawn; grandchildren Justin Ervin, Kristi Ervin, Sean Ervin and wife Amy,
Brett Rissmiller, Sara Struening and husband Cody, Tanner Ervin and Kirsten Ervin; great-grandchildren Angie, Zachary, Sofia Rissmiller, Tyler Ervin, Bailey, Carter Struening, Penelope, Ellie Ervin and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He is predeceased by his son, Steven Ervin; brother, Gene Rader; and sister, Beverly (Sue) Laquasto.
Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Pep may be sent directly to St. Jude’s Children Hospital by visiting www.stjude.org. Arrangements are under the care of the Schmidt Funeral Home PC, 407 Belvidere St., Nazareth, PA. Condolences may be offered at schmidtfuneralhomepc.com.
Marie T. Grube
Marie T. Grube, 86, of Bath, formerly of Danielsville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Gracedale
Nursing Home in Upper Nazareth Township. She was the beloved wife of the late Paul K. Grube, to whom she was married 26 wonderful years before his passing in 1989. Born in Allentown, Marie was a daughter of the late Henry R. and Suzanna (Deutsch) Schirmacher. She attended Hollidaysburg Area High School. Marie was a devoted homemaker who enjoyed the simple pleasures in life. A talented hand for crafts, she enjoyed needlepoint, puzzles and loved bluegrass music. Marie was of the Catholic faith.
Survivors: She is survived by her son, Michael Kingcaid and wife, Donna of Allentown; a granddaughter, Susan Skilton of New Zealand; two brothers, Robert Schirmacher and his wife of Wisconsin, and Henry Schirmacher and wife, Judith, of Altoona; a stepbrother, Phaon B. "Butch" Feist, Jr. and wife,
Nancy, of Catasauqua; nieces and nephews; and a close friend and caregiver, Lori Rowlands of Wind Gap.
In addition to her husband, Paul, she was predeceased by two sisters, Martha and Anna.
Services: In keeping with Marie's wishes, services will be private. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, LLC, in the Village of Moorestown - Bath. Online expressions of sympathy can be recorded at www.bensingfuneralhome.net.
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to a charity of one's choice.
Kenneth R. Reeser
Kenneth R. Reeser, 76, of Moore Township, passed away peacefully while surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at his residence. He was the beloved husband of Cheryl (Maynard) Reeser, to whom he was married 40 years. Born in Allentown, Kenneth was a son of the late Harvey and Fern (Lieberman) Reeser.
He graduated from Easton High School, Class of 1966. Kenneth served our country faithfully in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam. Kenneth was a member of Emmanuel's Lutheran Church, Emmaunelsville and Brown and Lynch American Legion, Palmer Township.
Kenneth dedicated his life to farming at "Reeser's Farm" in Moore Township. He also drove truck for various companies, ultimately working for and retiring from the road crew at Moore Township. His love for the land and his hard work in agriculture brought joy and sustenance to many. His love for hunting, spending time with his family and the simple pleasure of watching "Gunsmoke" will forever be remembered by those who knew him best.
Survivors: In addition to his wife, he will be dearly missed by his children: Ryan K. Reeser and his wife Kate of Moore Township, Rebecca S. Benson and husband Steve of Albrightsville, Katie N. Praetzel and husband Matthew of Moore Township; grandchildren: Maya, Ashlyn, Damian, Nolan, Elowyn and Declan; brother: Ronald Reeser and wife Denise of Maryland; sister: Diane Hen-
derson and husband Jeff of Melbourne, Fla. Services: A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 11 a.m. in George G. Bensing Funeral Home, LLC, 2165 Community Dr., Bath, 18014. Friends and relatives were invited to a viewing on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 from 6 to 8 p.m. and Thursday from 10:30 a.m. until time of service, all at the funeral home. Interment will follow (Thursday) at Fairview Cemetery, Moore Township. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at bensingfuneralhome.net.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to Dementia Society of America, 188 N. Main St., Doylestown, PA 18901.
Because our minds are still underdeveloped, the immature mind takes it all in at face value and does its best to formulate a viewpoint. Those were some fun days: no worry, no stress, just had to feed the horses and take out the garbage.
The summer of our lives is when life kicks into high gear. This runs from roughly the twenties straight on through to early forties or thereabout. This season is essentially where we are testing all that parents and the wise elders of our clans imparted. The summer is where we have developed a critically thinking brain, a state known as beta wave cognition, and we make our own decisions on whether we actually do or do not agree with the world view handed down to us. This is the season of pairing off, raising families and settling into a life path.
The Aging Process
BY DR. GLENN CLEARIE, DC
Now that I have arrived at the double nickel age, I find myself having this desire to seek peace and contentment more diligently than ever before. I am determined to sprinkle my days that remain with joy and love. If this is something you are also interested in, then know here and now that the achievement of such takes intention and attention.
Many moons ago I was taught that just like the four elemental seasons, spring, summer, fall and winter, we humans also experience similar seasons of life. While I was told to be aware of the various stages and what to encounter, there is only so much you can learn from books and tales of others that are further along the path. The real-world grinding through life has taught so much more than even well-intentioned, passed-down wisdom could impart.
The spring of our lives is from birth to our later teens. This timeframe starts with our minds wide open to everything and anything. We are modeled, told and taught much by our parents, elders and others as to what the world is about; at the very least, as to the way they see the world.
Next comes the fall. This is where I find myself these days and generally this period extends into our sixties. What I have found most dramatically in this season of life is that long-standing relationships simmer down, or dare I say, end for one reason or another. Perhaps distance, death, disagreement or otherwise plays a factor, yet those around us change around a bit. In our life cycle perhaps the Covid-19 pandemic and politics have added to this divisiveness. For me, I have found that many relationships created because of our children’s common interests, whether academic or sports, have ended by and large as those precious days are all behind us.
For many, this season, this phase, brings much reflection and introspection. I find I frequently have been asking myself who I want to be as I journey towards the finish line. What can I pursue this season that will foster passion and purpose and allow greater love to abound? This may sound silly, yet seeing so many thousands all these years I know that I am not alone in this mindfulness.
The winter is a strange time indeed. When the late Billy Graham was in the winter of his life, he published a book entitled, “Nearing Home: Life, Faith, and Finishing Well.” Who would
Getting Out!
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 610-923-0382. We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify.
15th Annual Great Bath Duck Race- Saturday, July 27 at 1 p.m. at Monocacy Creek Park, Bath. Rain date Sunday, July 28.
Atlas Cement Company Memorial Museum- Open second and fourth Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. through September 28 at 1401 Laubach Ave., Northampton.
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 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 Sale- Saturday, September 7 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Yard sale permit fees waived this date only.
Community Dinner at The Table- First and third Tuesdays of the month at 5:30 p.m. at 1769 Newport Ave., Northampton. All are welcome.
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 Historical Society- Meets third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. 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 Historical Society- Tours to celebrate the 296th anniversary founding of the Craig Scotch-Irish Settlement. Meet the residents who helped shape local, county and national history. By appointment only, always free, donations welcomed. Call Peggy at 610-984-4532.
Martin on Main- Saturday, July 27 from noon to 7 p.m. in the Nazareth Center Circle to Walnut Street.
Moore Twp. Assoc. for Families in Need- Meets second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church, 2715 Mountain View Dr., Bath.
Moore Township Community Days- Friday, August 16 and Saturday, August 17 in Moore Township. Stay tuned FMI.
National Night Out- A national community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships, Tuesday, August 6. Check with your local police dept. FMI.
Nazareth Farmers Market- Saturdays through October from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Circle.
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 Farmers Market- Tuesdays through Sept. 24 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Northampton Municipal Park.
Siegfried Railroad Station Museum- Open third Sunday each month through October from 1 to 4 p.m., West 21st Street (Route 329) in Northampton.
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have thought that decades would pass so fast? The winter comes for us all. This period clearly involves reflection. My hope is that during my winter, and yours, we hand down gained wisdom to
our loved ones. Surely some regrets slip in, yet know this: the Lord God has established for you, for me, for us all, a new, everlasting season of which there is no end. I’ll see you all there. My best to you.
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Northampton School Board receives Additional $1.5M in state funding
By SAVANNAH BROWN
The Northampton School Board met Monday, July 15 with a brief agenda.
At the beginning of the meeting, Superintendent Joseph Kovalchik announced that the state budget was officially approved after Governor Josh Shapiro signed off on the budget on July 11.
Kovalchik stated that the dis-
trict will be receiving approximately $1.5 million in additional funds from the state, which will essentially wipe out the debt anticipated during the June budget presentation/adoption, where the board also approved a 1% tax increase that would generate $725,895 to partially cover the $2,194,437 budget deficit.
The $1.5 million in additional
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funds comes as a result of the state’s $1.1 billion investment in new spending on Pre-K to 12 education funding, which is the largest increase in Pennsylvania history, and a $900 million increase to address education adequacy needs and basic education funding.
Business Administrator Craig Neiman added that the increase in funds the district will receive will be approximately $2 million more than last year’s budget.
“We had budgeted about $500,000 more in the basic education funding line, which accounts for the $1.5 million increase over the budget that was approved last month. That budget was approved with approximately a $1.5 million deficit, so the good news is, with this new state revenue, we now basically have a balanced budget,” said Neiman.
In other news, the board unanimously voted to provide direction to the Facilities Committee to look into the costs associated with refurbishing Moore Elementary School and come up with a list of items that need to be done, utilizing D’Huy Engineering to achieve that goal.
Director John Becker pointed out that a list of needs and costs associated with them were previously given during a presentation from D’Huy Engineering in November, which should still be fairly current.
However, Director Kim Bretzik expressed that current costs associated with each line item would be necessary to negotiate nonessential items, and opined that with all the work that needs to be done, the board should also consider costs for tearing Moore Elementary down and building new.
During review and roll call voting of agenda items, the proposed Policy 828 – Fraud was unanimously approved by all board members. The policy states the following: “The board expects all board members, district employees, volunteers, consultants, vendors, contractors and other
parties that maintain a relationship with the school district to act with integrity, due diligence and in accordance with law in their duties involving the district's resources. The board is entrusted with public funds, and no one connected with the district shall do anything to erode that trust.”
Other big ticket agenda items worth review included an item listed under finances for an agreement with Via of the Lehigh Valley for the 2024-25 school year at a cost not to exceed $34,000 and an item listed under curriculum for an engineering essentials Project Lead the Way (PLTW) course. Both items were unanimously approved by the board.
PLTW comes at no cost to the district and is required to offer
the honor engineering essentials course at Northampton Area High School, which will be paid for by both American Rescue Plan and Title IV funds. Components for the course include the following: the $2,400 PLTW professional development registration fee, the $2,700 Northampton Area School District teacher stipend to complete PLTW professional development, $8,993.50 for PLTW engineering essentials equipment/supplies and $3,476 for PLTW engineering essentials software licensing.
The next Northampton School Board meeting will be held on Monday, August 12 at 6:30 p.m. in the Northampton Area High School auditorium, located at 1619 Laubach Ave.
By SAVANNAH BROWN
Coming out of the first year of the Covid-19 pandemic, husband and wife Glenn and Amy Sigley had it in their hearts to provide meals for community members twice a month, espe-
cially those that may be experiencing financial hardship.
Local nonprofit, The Table, Brings community together, One Meal at a time
Northampton.
From there, Glenn and Amy recruited congregation members Betsy Maier and Terry Kloiber to help form The Table, a nonprofit organization in
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Each of the four members is in charge of a different aspect of the operation, which is suited to their strengths, but collectively, they come up with the menu for every meal.
“We all bring something to ‘the table,’” Terry joked.
Together, they saw how disconnected and hurt their community had become both physically and spiritually, so they created The Table as a way to help people reconnect and bring the community together, “one meal at a time.”
Their mission is to provide a safe place for people to come eat a good meal, make friends, find someone to talk to or to just get out for the evening.
Additionally, everyone is welcome to stop by and meals are always free of charge since they use donations to purchase the food for each meal.
Recent meals, which are always posted on their Facebook page, have included Italian marinated grilled chicken breast tenders, soft tacos with all the fixings, sloppy joes, chicken salad sandwiches, hamburgers and hot dogs, spaghetti and meatballs, and their well-liked baked potato bar, all served with sides, salads and dessert.
Although they are not affiliated with the church, New Journey Community Church’s pastor and congregation graciously allowed them to hold their dinners at the church and to store their food there.
Unfortunately, when The Table held their first meal, no one showed up, so the group used that time to brainstorm ideas. With each subsequent meal, they saw more and more people start to show up.
Today, about 70 to 80 people show up per meal, which spread through word of mouth and has become like a family, Betsy shares.
They also currently have a
rotating group of 10 to 12 volunteers that selflessly come and help prepare, set up and serve each meal.
Betsy describes that when people first come for a meal, they seem suspicious. Then, by the third meal, they’re laughing and having a good time. After that, people really start to open up, get to know each other and become part of the family.
“It’s rewarding to see people become comfortable opening up and sharing their struggles. People come from all walks of life, so building friendships and sharing joys and sadnesses with people you otherwise may have never met or spoken to is really neat. It’s what makes it all worth it,” Terry added.
Since dinner is served at 5:30 p.m., guests usually start arriving around 5 p.m. to find their spots and chat with others.
Before each meal, guests are led in a brief prayer, and then get in the serving line to fill up their plates. As long as there is food left, guests are encouraged to go back for another helping.
Then, around dessert time, The Table holds a 10-minute discussion about Jesus’ word and leadership, with questions welcomed. The discussion allows community members to learn about how Jesus went through similar trials and tribulations, and how he had the strength to overcome these obstacles, which may inspire them to look to Jesus for strength in their times of need.
After dinner, some guests stick around, talk for a while
and help clean up. This display of friendship, community and gratitude truly shows The Table’s work at its finest!
With The Table’s two-year anniversary just upon us, Betsy, Terry, Glenn and Amy are planning a special meal for the upcoming dinner on Tuesday, August 6 that will surely be a celebration of the wonderful work they’ve done in just two short years—and hopefully many more to come.
If you’re thinking of attending, Terry advises: “Come as you are; we’ve set a place for you.”
With such success in the Northampton community they’ve helped build, The Table is looking for another venue in a neighboring municipality to open a second location that will help bring the same good food, new friendships and good times that guests have come to look forward to in an additional community.
The Table is self-supported through donations from the community and there is a donation jar at each meal for people to donate if they are able or wish to. Email thetablenewportave@ gmail.com if interested in donating or to share information on possible facilities that have the necessary kitchen appliances to cook and would allow The Table to hold meals there.
The Table provides meals on the first and third Tuesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at New Journey Community Church, located at 1769 Newport Ave., Northampton.
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following results.
Judges Awards:
First Place - Lehigh Township
Volunteer Fire Co.
Second Place - DCNR Department of Forestry
Best Antique:
First Place - Catasauqua Fire Department District 2
By KERI LINDENMUTH
As Northampton Borough Manager LeRoy Brobst nears the end of his impressive 57year career serving the borough, Northampton Borough Council has voted to hire a new manager to fill his shoes.
Brian Welsko was hired by unanimous vote, following several weeks of interviews with a specially appointed hiring committee. Welsko has served as the borough’s assistant manager since September 2022.
“We wish you much success,” Councilman Trevor Stone said to Welsko. “Your success is roped into the borough’s success.”
“You thought it was crazy before, just wait,” joked Brobst.
Councilman Ronald Glassic, who served as chairman of the hiring committee, said the decision was a difficult one. Zoning Officer Jerry Serensits also was in consideration for the position.
“You can see their love for our borough,” Glassic said of the two candidates.
“We have two great individuals that have worked for our borough and I hope they continue to do that,” he continued.
“Mr. Brobst’s shoes are going to be very large to fill, but we have some good men [in Welsko and Serensits] working for our borough,” added Councilwoman Judy Haldeman.
Solicitor Stephanie Steward sat in on several of the inter-
views with both candidates. “[Northampton] is very fortunate to have two very intelligent, very thoughtful, very forwardthinking, energetic men…serving the borough,” she said.
The borough will be advertising to fill Welsko’s assistant manager position. Glassic asked that the applications be limited internally to current borough employees and residents.
Brobst still has several more weeks as manager. His official retirement date is August 31.
Annual Community Days Firefighters Parade Results
Announced
The Sixth Annual Firefighters Parade, hosted by the Northampton Borough Fire Department and Exchange Club of Northampton, was held on Saturday, July 20 at 5:30 p.m.
The Northampton Borough Fire Department announced the
Most Functional Traffic Unit:
First Place - Lehigh Township Volunteer Fire Co.
Second Place - Plainfield Township Vol. Fire Company
Most Functional Command:
First Place - Charotin Hose
Second Place - Palmerton Municipal Fire Department
Most Functional Marine Unit:
First Place - Walnutport Fire Department
Most Functional Brush/Mini Pumper:
First Place - Lehigh Township Volunteer Fire Co.
Second Place - Allen Township Fire Company No. 1
Most Functional Rescue:
First Place - Lehigh Township Volunteer Fire Co.
Second Place - Lookout Fire Company of Pen Argyl
Most Functional Rescue/ Pumper:
First Place - Catasauqua Fire Department District 2
Second Place - Coplay Fire Department
Most Functional Tender:
First Place - Allen Township Fire Company No. 1
Second Place - Aquashicola Volunteer Fire Company
Most Functional Quint:
First Place - Plainfield Township Vol Fire Company
Second Place - Charotin Hose
Most Functional Aerial:
First Place - Catasauqua Fire Department District 2
Second Place - Whitehall Township Fire Department
Most Functional Pumper 2002 and Older:
First Place - Lehighton Fire Department
Second Place - East Bangor Fire Department
Most Functional Pumper 2003 to 2013:
First Place - The Diamond Fire Company of Walnutport
Second Place - Allen Township Fire Company No. 1
Most Functional Pumper 2021 to Present:
First Place - Palmerton Municipal Fire Department
Second Place - Allen Township Fire Company No. 1
Longest Distance Traveled:
First Place - Nyack Fire Department (New York)
Best Overall Company Three or More Apparatus:
First Place - Allen Township Fire Company No. 1
Second Place - Catasauqua Fire Department District 2
cilman Kenneth Hall said it was a team effort, especially this year. A structural fire kept the fire police busy the morning of the event. When the volunteers arrived, a bit late, the Paw Prints team was already directing traffic.
“I happened to be down there this year and it was phenomenal,” said Councilman Ronald Glassic. “It is a great community involvement.”
Councilwoman Judy Haldeman agreed.
“The time and energy [the volunteers] put into planning this event year after year after year is just tremendous,” she said.
which brought over 100 vendors and thousands of attendees to Northampton’s Canal Park. The event featured crafters, small businesses and dozens of animal rescues raising awareness.
This year marked the 15th year of the popular event. During this time, the event has raised a total of $102,000 for the K-9 unit.
But Lynn said the Paw Prints committee could not do it alone.
“It takes a village to get this thing together,” she said, from the borough council and administration to volunteers and the fire police.
The fire police even received a special certificate of recognition from Lynn and her team as a thank you for their support over the years, directing traffic and controlling crowds.
“They have been so helpful,” Lynn said of the fire police.
Fire Police Captain and Coun-
“I do not know what we would do without the Paw Prints committee,” said Borough Manager LeRoy Brobst. “They are remarkable in their energy and dedication.”
Lynn and the team of volunteers are already planning next year’s event, ensuring this community tradition can continue to make a difference.
Nazareth Strength and Fitness and the Keiser family join Pink Heals for fundraising event
By SAVANNAH BROWN
On Saturday, July 20, a fundraising event was held in honor of Janna Keiser at Nazareth Strength and Fitness, benefitting local nonprofit Pink Heals Lehigh Valley Chapter.
Just three years ago, the Keiser family lost their wife and mother, Janna, to a long and courageous battle with sarcoma cancer on July 21, 2021.
Not only was Janna well known and admired in the fitness community, she also owned and operated Nazareth Barbell Health & Fitness for 10 years, helped numerous individuals attain their health and fitness goals as a personal trainer throughout the years and competed in bodybuilding contests.
Janna’s kindness and infectious smile live on in the hearts of everyone that knew her.
Janna’s husband Tom, sons Collin and Jager, and mother Susan Metz knew they wanted to do something special to honor her memory, but grief prevented them from setting anything in motion until this year.
“We’re here for something that’s greater than all of us. We’re trying to carry on my mom’s legacy. The event is all about getting our fitness community together, having fun, remembering and celebrating the life of someone who graciously gave to others.
Fitness was my mom’s passion, so it’s fitting to have an event of this style,” Collin expressed.
When Janna’s health took a turn for the worse in 2020, Kris and Kerianne Hicks purchased Nazareth Barbell’s gym equipment from the Keisers, which they used to set up Nazareth Strength and Fitness.
Alongside the Hicks’ other gym, Iron Core Athlete in Bangor, which is in its twelfth year of business, Nazareth Strength and Fitness has now been open for four years.
Creating a family atmosphere has been very important to them and members seem to really enjoy the friendships and bonds they have made during their time at the gym.
Additionally, Kris shares that he and his wife have become like family with the Keisers, who now work out and help at the gym. So, when Tom reached out that they were ready to hold the memorial event in honor of Janna, they didn’t waste any time in setting everything up.
“This is really just to pay homage to [Janna] and let her legacy live on,” said Kerianne.
Erin Rafanello Ferguson, a manager and a trainer at Nazareth Strength and Fitness, coordinated the event, along with help from Kerianne and several other
From left to right: Collin Keiser, Tom Keiser and Jager Keiser, photo by Gregory Morgan Photography
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women from the gym, which was no small task considering the size of the crowd turnout.
Throughout the day, the memorial fundraising event had something for everyone, including a bake sale, a bootcamp workout, bench and deadlift unofficial competitions, plank and tire flip challenges for adults and kids and community members donated approximately 82 baskets, items, tickets and gift cards for the tricky tray.
Additionally, Tom coordinated with Executive Director Bill Andress from Pink Heals Lehigh Valley to help collect the funds raised and donate them to a local Nazareth family in need that has been affected by a life-threatening cancer diagnosis.
Tiffany Tita was diagnosed with breast cancer and has been in remission for a year, but recently, her husband Roger was diagnosed with cancer as well; however, Roger’s cancer is terminal. With two young children, times have been and unfortunately, will only continue, to get harder for the family.
After hearing their story, the Keisers decided to donate all proceeds to the Tita family through Pink Heals Lehigh Valley.
Founded in 2013, Pink Heals Lehigh Valley is one of approximately 50 chapters nationwide and is a 100% volunteer-based nonprofit organization that works to raise awareness of women’s health issues. Pink Heals aims to bring back the human element by celebrating people, not
causes, and spreading love.
For the event, Pink Heals brought their iconic pink fire truck that is signed by and continues to be signed by those diagnosed with cancer, survivors and their families.
While in the process of creating a new brochure for Pink Heals Lehigh Valley, Andress recently sent various photos to the individual designing the brochure, who randomly happened to choose a photo of Janna signing the truck for the front of the brochure.
“She meant so much to my organization. The hair still stands up on the back of my neck and I get so emotional at times because of the impact we have,” said Andress.
Before the winners were picked for all of the tricky tray baskets, Collin offered some remarks about the event and his mother Janna.
“My mom was someone who was born and raised in the Nazareth area, and always tried to give back to that community. She was a friend, daughter, wife, mother, mentor, as well as a small business owner. My mother was diagnosed with cancer and battled the disease for many years. Throughout the highs and lows, she showed strength, determination and the indomitable human spirit. While suffering through treatments and procedures, she somehow still showed the courage to press on day after day and take care of others. She was someone who loved this community, her friends and family and the gym,” Collin shared.
The Keiser family hopes to make the Janna Keiser Classic Memorial Fundraiser an annual
event to not only honor Janna so that her legacy may live on, but to also help benefit other local families affected by cancer diagnoses.
More information on Pink Heals Lehigh Valley can be found on their website: PinkHealsLV.org. Donations can be made on their website or through Venmo: @ pinkhealslv.
Nazareth Strength and Fitness is open from 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week at 410 Nazareth Pike in Lower
Nazareth Township and offers a free trial class for new clients. Contact Kris Hicks at 610-762-7363 for more information.
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LOWER NAZARETH TOWNSHIP
FULL-TIME ASSISTANT
ZONING OFFICER
Lower Nazareth Township is accepting applications for a full-time assistant zoning officer. The ideal candidate will have zoning and planning experience; however, we are willing to train the right candidate. Duties will involve working with the zoning officer to administer planning, process zoning permits, enforce Township ordinances, and provide excellent customer service to our constituents. Excellent oral and written communication and excellent computer
skills are a must. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Excellent benefit package offered. Interested parties should send their resume to Lower Nazareth Township, Attn: Lori A. Stauffer, Township Manager, 623 Municipal Drive, Nazareth, PA 18064. (8/1)
LOWER NAZARETH TOWNSHIP PART-TIME YARD WASTE OPERATOR
Lower Nazareth Township is accepting applications for a part-time yard waste Operator for our yard waste facility located at 4600 Newburg Road, Nazareth. The yard waste facility operates from March to November with some hours in January. The position is for up to 20 hours per week with an hourly rate of $13.25. Must be at least 18 years old, reliable, and have experience operating a backhoe. Interested parties should apply at the Lower Nazareth Township Office – Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (8/1)
ORGANIST/CHOIR
DIRECTOR
St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bath is seeking an organist/ choir director. FMI call 610-4173316 and leave message. (8/15)
SECRETARY HELP WANTED
We are seeking a part time church secretary at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Nazareth. Administrative experience necessary and familiarity with a church environment preferred. The position is approximately 25 hours per week. The ideal candidate must be well organized, able to prioritize, use discretion with sensitive or confidential information, and manage multiple assignments simultaneously. Candidate should have strong interpersonal skills, know when to take appropriate initiative, and the ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently. Critical skills include strong Windows-based skills, competency with Microsoft Office, and the updating of social media feeds. Finally, the ideal candidate should have strong writing and typing skills, demonstrate good judgment, and pay close attention to detail. Please send resume and letter of interest to Rich Siegfried at richsiegfried41@gmail.com. (7/25)
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MOORE TWP. COMMUNITY DAYS VENDORS
Annual Community Days August 16 and 17: We are in need of crafter and retail venders and food trucks. Any interested parties, please contact Lois Kerbacher at Moore Township 610-759-9449 Ext. 5, or 610-704-5629, or Lkerbacher@ Mooretownship.org. (7/25)
PHOTOS
The Home News is seeking photos for the August photo of the month contest. The theme is “Reflections.” Email photos that feature reflections to cstroh@ homenewspa.com along with your name, description of photo, date and location taken. Deadline is Monday, August 26. The winner will be featured in the August 29 issue of The Home News. (8/22)
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Estate of Nancy A. Smith, late of the Township of Bushkill, County of Northampton, and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased. Letters Testamentary on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons indebted to the estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims against to present them in writing without delay to the Attorney noted below.
Linda S. Langstaff 1230 Clearfield Rd. Nazareth, PA 18064 Executrix
Daniel G. Spengler, Esquire Spengler Brown Law Offices 110 East Main Street Bath, PA 18014 Attorney for the Estate (7/11-7/25)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Curtis A. Reimer, late of the Township of Plainfield, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased
WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Krista Megan St. John, Executrix of the Estate of Curtis A. Reimer. 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
Krista Megan St. John
℅ 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 (7/18-8/1)
ESTATE NOTICE
Letters have been granted on the estate of each of the following decedents to the personal representative named, who requests all persons having claims against the estate of the decedent to make known the same in writing to his/her attorney, and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay: HESS, WILLIAM WILSON deceased, of Williams Township, PA, Northampton County No. 1013 of 2024. Denise L. Bergstresser, Executrix, 505 Buttermilk Road, Easton, PA 18042. (7/18-8/1)
ESTATE NOTICE
WHITTAKER, KATHLEEN MARIE a/k/a KATHLEEN M WHITTAKER, dec’d. Late of So. Whitehall Township, Lehigh County, PA
Executors: Sally WhittakerKahan and Scott Whittaker ℅ Joshua T. Knafo, Esq., 2400 Schoenersville Road, Bethlehem, PA 18017
Attorney: Joshua T. Knafo, Esquire, KNAFO LAW OFFICES, LLC, 2400 Schoenersville Road, Bethlehem, PA 18017 (7/18-8/1)
ESTATE NOTICE
BREINER, ARTHUR L. a/k/a A.L.BREINER, dec’d. Late of Forks Township, Northampton County, PA
Administrator: Eric Matthew Breiner ℅ Barbara Rush Renkert, 2120 Northampton Street, Easton, PA 18042
Attorney: Barbara Rush Renkert, Esquire, 2120 Northampton Street, Easton, PA 18042 (7/18-8/1)
PUBLIC NOTICE 2024-001
The Bath Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at 6:00 PM at the Borough Municipal Building 121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014 to consider the following application:
The appellant, RC 8606 LLC, states that it is requesting variances of Sections 675-119(C), 675-119(J) and 675-120(A)2 of the Bath Borough Zoning Ordinance to construct a semi-detached dwelling on two new lots of a proposed subdivision.
The properties are located at 520 and 522 E Northampton St, Bath, PA 18014, bear Tax Parcel # K6NW3B 2 1 and K6NW3B 2 1A, and are in the Commercial Neighborhood (CN) Zoning District.
Interested parties are wel-
come to attend the hearing and may have an opportunity to be heard.
Shawn Leidy Bath Borough Zoning/Code Enforcement Officer (7/18 & 7/25)
PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Borough Council of the Borough of Bath, Northampton County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, at their scheduled regular monthly meeting on August 12th, 2024 at 6:00PM at the Borough of Bath Municipal Building (121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014) will conduct a public hearing on, and consider adoption of, the following proposed ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING AND REMOVING THE FOLLOWING HANDICAPPED PARKING ZONE AT 142 WASHINGTON STREET IN THE BOROUGH OF BATH
The full text of the proposed Ordinance, together with its attachments (if any), is available for examination at the aforesaid Bath Municipal Building during the regular business hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. during regular business days on Monday thru Friday (excepting legal holidays). If a paper copy of the proposed Ordinance, together with its attachments (if any), is requested, such copy will be provided upon payment of costs for copying.
Bradford T. Flynn, Manager Borough of Bath (7/25)
PUBLIC NOTICE
BOROUGH OF BATH, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PA SEEKING STORM WATER AUTHORITY BOARD MEMBER CANDIDATES
The Borough of Bath is seeking two (2) residents, members of the community residing within the municipal boundaries of the Borough, to apply as candidates to the Borough’s future Storm Water Authority Board of Directors (possibly established late 2024 or earlier 2025).
If selected by Borough Council, one (1) candidate will be seated on the Storm Water Authority for a 2-year term and one (1) candidate will be seated on a 4-year term. The role encompasses attending monthly meetings, conducting oneself in an ethical manner, providing financial transparency, supporting professional management, fostering consensus building— being a team player, and being a strategic decision-maker while serving Bath’s pending Storm Water Authority. The two candidates will be supported by 3 members of Borough Council making up the 5-member Board. The Board is then supported by an Authority Solicitor, the Borough Engineer and Borough Manager. The Storm Water Authority Board membership is staggered with an expiring term each year. Borough Council appoints or re-appoints members to the Board.
If this sounds like an opportunity for you, please send a cover letter expressing your interest and a resume to the attention of Manager Brad Flynn ‘Storm Water Authority Candidate’ 121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014. You may also send this information to Manager Flynn via email: manager@ boroughofbath.org.
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Friday, September 6, 2024, by 4:00 PM. Interviews will take place with Borough Council on Monday, September 9, 2024, during the public meeting, which is held at 121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014 beginning at 6:00 PM. Interviews may be conducted in Executive Session. Questions can be directed to Manager Flynn (610) 837-6525 or by email.
BY ORDER OF THE BOROUGH SECRETARY
Bradford T. Flynn Borough Manager (7/25-8/15)
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Board of Supervisors of Lehigh Twp will hold a public hearing on the 13th day of August, 2024, at 7:00 PM, during the regular Board of Supervisors meeting held at the Lehigh Twp Municipal Building, 1069 Municipal Rd, Walnutport, Pa.18088 for the purpose of enacting the following ordinance which is summarized below. The Copies of the complete text of the Ordinance are available at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building and The Home News and may be examined during regular business hours.
AN ORDINANCE (20242) ENACTED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF LEHIGH TOWNSHIP, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDING THE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE FOR ADULT USE CANNABIS FOR LAWFUL USE AND AUTHORITY AND FOR PERSONAL USE OF CANNABIS AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE LOCATION OF THE CANNABIS BUSINESS ESTABLISHMENT FOR THE PRODUCTION OF AND DISTRIBUTING THE SALE OF RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA USE WITHIN THE TOWNSHIP.
All Ordinances or parts of Ordinances inconsistent with the act shall be repealed.
Alice A. Rehrig, Manager (7/25 & 8/1)
NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH ZONING HEARING BOARD
PUBLIC MEETING
AUGUST 8, 2024
The Northampton Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold its public meeting on Thursday, August 8, 2024, in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, at 7:00 P.M. to review the following appeals:
1. YRC Real Estate, LLC 3641 Landings Drive Excelsior, MN 55331, for the property located at 637 Washington Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Parcel No. M4NW3B 16 5 and is located in an R-2 Residential Zoning District. YRC Real Estate LLC would like to subdivide this parcel and construct a 2-story building with 2 – three-bedroom apartments. YRC Real Estate LLC is seeking a variance to:
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standards. (5) Lot line setback standards.
All interested parties are invited to attend. The applicant and property owner must attend.
Jerry Serensits Zoning Officer (7/25 & 8/1)
ESTATE NOTICE
OCASIO, LUIS ENRIQUE RIVERA, dec’d. Late of Bethlehem, Northampton County, PA
Executrix: Elaine Mariette Ocasio ℅ Jerry R. Knafo, Esquire, 1347 Hausman Rd., Allentown, PA 18104
Attorney: Jerry R. Knafo, Esquire, 1347 Hausman Rd., Allentown, PA 18104 (7/25-8/8)
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Borough of Nazareth intends to adopt the following Ordinance at its regularly scheduled monthly meeting to be held on August 5, 2024, at 6:00 P.M., E.D.T., at the Nazareth Council Chambers, 159 West Center Streets Nazareth, Pennsylvania.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 15, MOTOR VEHICLES, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF NAZARETH, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA FOR THE PURPOSE OF REVISING THE BOROUGH’S PARKING ORDINANCE WHICH PROHIBITS THE PARKING OF A VEHICLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF REPAIR OR DISPLAYING THE VEHICLE FOR SALE.
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Borough of Nazareth, in Borough Council assembled, and it is hereby ordained and enacted by the authority of the same, that Chapter 15, Part 4, Section 15-411 of the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 15-411. Parking for Certain Purposes Prohibited.
1. Prohibitive Conduct. No person who owns, operates, or controls or who is employed in the business of selling or repairing motor vehicles shall use any portion of the Borough sidewalks or streets, including parking spaces, for the repair, sale, or temporary placement of motor vehicles for repair or sale. The prohibitions of this section apply whether or not the person engaged in such conduct is lawfully authorized or licensed to sell or repair vehicles.
2.
3.
Effective
Copies of the complete Ordinance are available at the Borough Administrative Office, 134 South Main Street, Nazareth, Pennsylvania.
Paul A. Kokolus, Secretary Alfred S. Pierce, Solicitor (7/25)
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Borough of Nazareth intends to adopt the following Ordinance at its regularly scheduled monthly meeting to be held on August 5, 2024, at 6:00 P.M., E.D.T., at the Nazareth Council Chambers, 159 West Center Streets Nazareth, Pennsylvania.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 15, MOTOR VEHICLES, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF NAZARETH, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA FOR THE PURPOSE OF REGULATING PARKING ON PUBLIC STREETS.
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Borough of Nazareth, in Borough Council assembled, and it is hereby ordained and enacted by the authority of the same, that Chapter 15, Part 4, Sections 15-402 and 15-403 of the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, are hereby revised as follows:
§15-402. Parking Prohibited at All Times in Certain Locations.
Parking, stopping, or standing a motor vehicle shall be prohibited at all times in the following locations:
To be added:
Street Side Between
E.
§15-403. Parking Prohibited at All Times in Certain Locations.
Parking, stopping, or standing a motor vehicle shall be
on days and between the hours indicated in this section, as
To be deleted:
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Borough of Nazareth, in Borough Council assembled, and it is hereby ordained and enacted by the authority of the same, that Chapter 15, Part 4, Section 15-414 of the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
§15-414. Residential Permit Parking.
1. Findings and Purpose.
A. Certain public streets in residential areas in the Borough of Nazareth have become unduly congested with commuter traffic and parking, which congestion poses a threat to the health, safety, and welfare of the residents of those areas as well as an adverse impact upon the residential character of those areas so affected. Such undue congestion is a result of the existence of certain educational facilities located within such residential areas.
B. The purpose of this section, therefore, is:
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(1) to regulate the flow of commuter traffic and parking in residential areas that are or may become adversely affected by such traffic and parking;
(2) to preserve the safety of children and other pedestrians accessing said facilities or nearby residences;
(3) to reduce hazardous traffic conditions in residential areas by regulating the parking, standing, and stopping of vehicles;
(4) to protect those residential areas from polluted air, excessive noise and trash and refuse caused by the entry of commuter vehicles;
(5) to protect the residents of those areas from unreasonable burdens in gaining access to their residences;
(6) to preserve the character of those areas as residential districts; to promote efficiency in the maintenance of those streets in a clean and safe condition;
(7) to preserve the health, safety, and welfare of the residents of the Borough.
2. Definitions. The meaning of certain terms used in this section shall be as follows:
BOROUGH
The Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania.
RESIDENCE
A building occupied for residential use as a single family or multi-family dwelling unit(s). RESIDENT
A person who owns or leases real property located on a street within a residential permit parking area, as designated in section 3 below, and who maintains a bona fide occupancy at said property, including members of said person’s family and other such persons who may reside with the owner/lessee.
SCHOOL DAYS
Any day on which the Nazareth Area School District administers classes to students; this includes any days on which there is a late start or when there is an early dismissal.
3. Designations. The following public streets or sections of said streets are designated as residential permit parking areas:
Street Side Between
E. Belvidere Street South Victory Ln. and Liberty St.
E. Belvidere Street South Liberty St. intersection and School St.
S. Liberty Street West Belvidere St. and Center St.
S. Liberty Street East/West Belvidere St. and Bank St. Victory Lane East Center St. and Belvedere St.
E. Center Street North/South Liberty St. intersection and School St
4. General Regulations.
A. It shall be a violation of this section for any person to park, stand, or stop a motor vehicle or trailer on any portion of the streets designated in §15-414(3) above on School Days between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. unless such vehicle displays a current residential parking permit tag.
B. It shall be a violation of this section for any person to use or display a permit tag or to make available or allow its use or display in or on a vehicle not authorized hereunder to use or display said permit tag.
C. The streets designated above as residential permit parking areas shall be posted with a minimum of three signs per side of street per block notifying the public that said street is by permit parking only between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on School Days.
D. The issuance of a permit tag to any person for any motor vehicle shall not be construed to reserve a parking space along the above-designated portions of such streets for that vehicle at any time.
E. Commercial, delivery, and other similar type vehicles may be temporarily parked or stopped for the purpose of loading or unloading without being subject to the provisions of this section.
F. Any other laws, regulations, or restrictions upon parking imposed by any other law or ordinance shall continue with full force and effect in the designated permit areas described above, to the extent applicable.
4. Residential Parking Permit Tags.
A. The following types of residential parking permit tags may be issued by the Borough:
(1) Resident Permit Tag: a permit tag issued to a Resident for use only for the motor vehicle for which it is issued. A maximum of two resident permit tags may be issued for any single residence. Resident permit tags may be issued at any time upon application but each tag shall expire annually on June 30 and must be renewed/reissued prior to the start of the next school term year.
(2) Guest Permit Tag: a permit tag issued to a Resident for temporary use only for a vehicle of a guest of the residence. A maximum of two guest permit tags may be issued for any single residence at any given time. Guest permit tags are valid for the period indicated on said permit tag, but not to exceed seven calendar days.
(3) Contractor Permit Tag: a permit tag issued to a Resident for temporary use only for a vehicle of a contractor performing work at the residence. A maximum of two contractor permit tags may be issued for any single residence at any given time. Contractor permit tags are valid for the period indicated on said permit tag, but not to exceed seven calendar days.
A. A fee for residential, guest, or contractor permit tags may be assessed by the Borough for the administration and enforcement undertaken pursuant to this section and shall be established by the Borough Council by resolution from time to time.
B. Permit tags shall be of the type determined and provided by the Borough and shall be displayed by hanging from the rearview mirror. If the mirror design prohibits the hanging of the permit tag, the permit tag should be displayed on the left side of the dashboard of the motor vehicle so that the permit is clearly visible through the windshield.
C. Applications for residential permit parking tags shall be submitted to the Nazareth Borough Police Department on a form provided by the Borough.
D. Applications for residential permit parking tags, at a minimum, shall include the following information:
(1) the name, address, and telephone number of the Resident or their designee applying for the parking permit tag;
(2) indication whether the application is for
or
(6)
(7) for resident permit applications, the
applicant must provide a valid driver’s license and registration at the time of application.
A. Acceptable forms of proof of residency are a photo driver’s license with the current residential address, a utility bill dated within 45 days of the date of application which contains the applicant’s name and address, a copy of the deed to the applicant’s residence, or a lease signed by the landlord in effect at the time of the permit application.
B. It shall be a violation of this section for any person to submit incorrect or misleading information on an application for a residential parking permit tag.
C. Disposal of Vehicle: In the event the current holder of a resident permit tag sells, replaces or otherwise disposes of the motor vehicle subject to such permit tag, the Resident shall, within 72 hours of such event, notify the Nazareth Borough Police Department of the change. If such Resident replaces the subject vehicle with another during the then current permit tag period, the Police Department shall upon application, issue a new permit tag for the replacement vehicle for the balance of the period and, if applicable, without payment of another application fee.
D. Forfeiture of Permit Tag.
(1) In addition to the other penalties provided in this chapter, the Chief of Police, at his discretion, may declare a residential parking permit tag to be forfeited for any violation of this section by the holder thereof.
(2) Any person aggrieved by a forfeiture decision, or other action of the Chief of Police related to this section may appeal to the Borough Council Police Committee for a review of the decision in accordance with procedures prescribed by the Police Committee. Appeals must be filed with the Committee within ten (10) days after receipt of the notice of forfeiture or occurrence of other action.
5. Penalties.
A. Any individual violating any provision of this section dealing with the resident permit parking program shall pay a fine in an amount to be set from time to time by Borough council by resolution.
B. Any person who falsifies, duplicates, forges, or alters any residential parking permit tag issued pursuant to this section or who obtains a permit tag under false pretenses shall be subject to arrest and prosecution under applicable provisions of the crimes code of Pennsylvania.
6. Severability. Should any section, subsection, clause, provision or other portion of this Ordinance be declared invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remainder of this Ordinance; the Borough council having adopted this Ordinance as if such invalid portions had not been included therein.
7. Repealer. All Ordinances are parts of Ordinances, which are inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed.
8. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon adoption thereof and approval by the Mayor.
Copies of the complete Ordinance are available at the Borough Administrative Office, 134 South Main Street, Nazareth, Pennsylvania.
Paul A. Kokolus, Secretary
Alfred S. Pierce, Solicitor
Historic Nazareth is strummin’ And hummin’ in anticipation of Martin on Main
Submitted by ELYSE CUTTIC
The Nazareth Area Chamber of Commerce, a proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, is thrilled to be hosting the iconic Martin on Main music and guitar festival on Saturday, July 27 from noon to 7 p.m. in Historic Nazareth, home of Martin Guitar.
Music and guitar lovers can enjoy seven full hours of entertainment throughout the day. This year both stages and all musicians are sponsored and organized by Nazareth Center for the Arts. The main stage will be located at the corner of S. Main and Belvidere streets, which will feature Martin Guitar Forum artists for the full seven hours.
Be sure to check out the acoustic stage located in the Nazareth Circle. The Circle Stage will feature our impressive depth of local talent.
While music fills the air, festival attendees will have the grassy, shady space of Nazareth’s Center Circle to set up chairs and picnic blankets along with plentiful seating and tables at the Main stage. Attendees over the age of 21 can find a new favorite beverage among Birthright Brewing, Five Maidens Cidery, Clever Girl Winery and Easton Wine Project to beat the heat.
The NEDC’s Farmers Market will extend their hours from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and shift locations to the parking lot of the Peters, Mortiz,
Peischl, Landes & Brienza Law Firm. The majority of the vendors will stay and join the festival until 6 p.m. In total, Main Street will be closed to vehicles and open to foot traffic from the Circle all the way down to Walnut Street to accommodate the local festivities. Food truck vendors such as local favorite Mon & Mel’s Sweet Scoops, You Got Pork’d, Greek Street, Slide On By, Pie in a Cone and more will have something tasty for everyone. An array of over 20 local craft vendors, artisans and businesses will also be on site. Our Main Street businesses will be open and running a variety of sales and special offers to provide patrons with fun shopping opportunities.
Lastly, what would a guitar festi-
val be if patrons went home without a new instrument of their very own? Well, thanks to our headlining hometown sponsor, Martin Guitar, we also have a guitar raffle to enter, and you don’t even have to be present to win. This year’s raffle is bigger and better than ever before, with a chance to win not one, but two beautiful instruments. The first is the D-15E, valued at almost $1,299, so don’t miss your chance to be a winner. This 14-fret Dreadnought features sapele back and sides, a mahogany top with non-scalloped bracing, delivering bright, airy trebles and a punchy midrange for a dynamic sound experience. The second guitar is a SC-13E. Now you can experience the comfort and ease of playing an acoustic-electric guitar from Martin that is valued at $1,599. This patented Sure Align neck system gives you the ability to hit all the high notes.
One or both of these beautiful guitars could be yours; raffle tickets are only $10 per ticket. Tickets will be available at the Chamber booth on the day of the event.
The event will be held rain or shine.
Scouts
Continued from page 3 graduated from Nazareth Area High School this year. In the fall, Aaron will attend Lehigh University to study Philosophy and Electrical/Computer Engineering in the Integrated Degree in Engineering, Arts, and Sciences (IDEAS) Program.
Christopher will be attending Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University in New York to pursue a degree in Business Management with double minors in Real Estate and Spanish.
HIRING DRIVERS
