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JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2022
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Cement to War, Part 5 of 7
Hanging on tight to those summer months- photo by Connie Steckel, Treichlers. A German U-boat submarine is pictured in Heinrich Hoffmann’s book. Contributed photo. In today’s column, we continue to show photographs from a book found on a prisoner of war in Germany by S.Sgt. Frank Csencsitz, who served in Gen. George Patton’s Third Army. The book, “Mit Hitler im Westen,” written by Professor
Heinrich Hoffmann in 1940, was an example of German World War II propaganda. “Freedom of press” was destroyed by the Third Reich. Joseph Goebbels, minister of propaganda, had total control of media in Germany. V-E Day in two weeks.
Paw Prints on the Canal raises $9,524 for Northampton Borough Police Department K9 Unit
From left to right: Mayor Tony Pristash, Paw Prints volunteer, Officer Mike Buchannan, Paw Prints volunteer and event organizer Candi Lynn.
Germany’s primary heavy anti-aircraft weapons were the Flak gun and 88 mm cannons. Contributed photo.
By KERI LINDENMUTH The 13th Annual Paw Prints on the Canal event raised over $9,500 for the Northampton Borough Police Department K9 Unit. Event organizer Candi Lynn and a group of volunteers appeared before the Northampton Borough Council on Thursday, July 21 to present the donation to the police department and Officer Mike Buchannan. The event, held on Sunday,
June 12, attracted thousands of visitors and 179 vendors, including animal shelters, crafters, and community organizations. It also featured a “Sharp Dressed Pet” contest, dog training demos, raffles, and a microchipping and rabies vaccine clinic. “We outdid ourselves again this year,” said Lynn on the number of vendors, visitors, and donations. All of the profits and donations
raised go directly to the K9 unit. This included $4,785 brought Continued on page 3
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in by vendors, $2,481 brought in by the raffle, $1,110 brought in by the vaccine clinic, and $600 brought in by donations. Over the past 13 years, the event has raised more than $76,000 for the borough’s K9 unit. “It is incredible to see what this dedication does,” said Councilman Ronald Glassic. Paw Prints has become a tradition that residents and their fourlegged friends look forward to every year, bringing visitors back to the borough again and again. “People come back to the [Uptown] Street Fair because they have such a nice time [at Paw Prints],” said Mayor Tony Pristash. Lynn said the event committee is always looking for volunteers. Planning begins six to eight months before the event. In 2023, Paw Prints is scheduled for Sunday, June 11. Those interested in becoming a volunteer or vendor can email pawprintsonthecanal@ yahoo.com.
Sarah Lazarchak Of Nazareth Named ITA ScholarAthlete Submitted by
BRYAN SALVADORE The Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) recently unveiled its 2021-22 academic awards and Kutztown University women's tennis was well represented. The Golden Bears were named an All-Academic Team and five players claimed ScholarAthlete honors, including Sarah Lazarchak of Nazareth. A total of 110 NCAA Division II programs met the team grade point average (GPA) threshold of 3.2 to be recognized as AllAcademic Teams. KU was one of six teams from the Pennsyl-
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vania State Athletic Conference featured on the list along with Bloomsburg, IUP, Millersville, Slippery Rock and West Chester. Kutztown's Jessika Klo (Bethlehem), Sarah Lazarchak (Nazareth), Catherine Maher (Shillington), Claudia Makarski (Garfield, N.J.) and Brianna Wendling (Kutztown) were among 715 DII players recognized as ITA Scholar-Athletes. To be eligible for the honor, student-athletes must have had a GPA of 3.5 or higher during the 2021-22 academic year.
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Obituaries
Paul E. Schmoyer
Paul E. S c h m oye r, 83, of Moore To w n s h i p , passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 23 at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of MaryAnn (Milkovits) Schmoyer with whom he shared 61 years together, 47 of which were married. Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late Earl and Mae (Renner) Schmoyer. Paul honorably served his country in the United States Army. He was very proud of his service, which included 16 months in Germany. Paul retired from the Bethlehem Steel Co. after working 30 years as a crane operator and heat treater. Paul was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, especially at their cabin in Susquehanna County, where many memories were made. He also loved trout fishing and looked forward to spending the season with his buddy fishing their favorite fishing holes. He also spent many years trapping for furs on their beautiful farm that he was so proud of. Paul had a passion for going to auctions and gun shows and finding the best deals at the flea markets. But nothing meant more to him than spending time with his family. Survivors: In addition to his loving wife, he will be remembered by his son, Anthony
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Schmoyer and his wife, Mary; two stepdaughters, Yvonne Corrow and Mary Kichline and her husband, Tom; seven grandkids and 13 great-grandkids. Services: A memorial service with a celebration of life will be held on Saturday, July 30 at 1 p.m. on the family farm, 480 Rabbit Road, Bath, PA. Arrangements are under the direction of Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton. Online condolences may be offered at www. reichelfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be presented to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Shriners Children's Hospital in loving memory of Paul.
Janet T. Van Hook
Janet T. Van Hook, 91, formerly of Randolph, NJ and Bath, Pa., passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 24, 2022 at The Country Home, Morris Plains, NJ, where she had resided for the past two years. Born on Nov. 28, 1930, in Churubusco, NY, she was the daughter of the late Albert J. and Agnes G. (Bova) Bertrand. Janet was the loving wife of the late Kenneth G. Van Hook with whom she shared 59 years of marriage prior to his passing in 2010. She worked in the tax office for the Randolph Township Municipal Building in New Jersey for 21 years until retiring. Janet enjoyed many hobbies, but family was most important to her. She was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, Bath, Pa. Survivors: She will be missed by her two daughters, Janice M. Carlson and her husband, James, Susan T. Ritchie and her husband, Francis; daughter-in-law, Patricia L. Van Hook; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Janet was preceded in death by a son, Allen M. Van Hook, Sr. Services: Will be private at the convenience of the family with burial in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Bath, Pa. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Bartholomew Funeral Home, Bath, Pa. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Janet's memory, may be made to Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, 210 E. Northampton St., Bath, PA 18014 or the Alzheimer's Association, Delaware Valley Chapter, 399 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106.
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Judy C. Wuchter
Judy C. Wuchter passed away peacefully on Monday, July 11 in the same hospital she was born in 67 years ago. She was the daughter of Clifford C. and Grace (Smith) Wuchter. A graduate of Northampton High School, she was employed at Bethlehem Steel for 30 years until it closed. She was an Executive Secretary at LVHN in Quality Control for 19 years until retiring in June 2021. She enjoyed traveling especially to Colorado to visit with her sister and brother-in-law. A memorable "Westward Ho" trip in '95 she traveled for 2 weeks visiting various sites out West. She was a huge Disney fan and visited WDW quite often with "the kids". Her favorite characters were Chip and Dale. She enjoyed counted cross stitching pictures as gifts for family and friends. She was a lifelong member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Bath. She was active in many fund-raising projects. Survivors include sisters Barbara (Bill) Cremeans of Colorado, Susan of Bethehem, sister-in-law, Christel Werner of Bethlehem, brothers George of Kreidersville and Galen (Linda) of Bath, and many wonderful nieces and nephews. She will be missed by Miss Mitters (Susan's cat). She is predeceased by her parents, sister Jane and Carmie Schmalzer, sister-in-law Carolyn Wuchter, and brother Franklin "Gooch" Werner. Memorial contributions in Judy's name can be made to St.
John's Lutheran Church, 206 E. Main Street, Bath, PA 18014. Service: A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, Aug. 7, 2022, at 10:15 a.m. in St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 206 E. Main Street, Bath, PA 18014. Fellowship and light refreshments will follow. The George G. Bensing Funeral Home, LLC in the Village of Moorestown – Bath was honored to care for Judy’s cremation arrangements.
Children’s Miniature Garden Workshop
Submitted by KELLY BOND Step into the enchanting world of miniatures. Whether a magical fairy garden, a land of gnomes, or a woodland garden, it is all about using your imagination. Join us for the Children's Miniature Garden Workshop and create a miniature garden of your very own. The Children’s Miniature Garden Workshop is Saturday, July 30 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Burnside Plantation – Haas Barn, 1461 Schoenersville Rd., Bethlehem. The cost is $10, and pre registration is recommended. A parent or guardian is required to attend with the youth for the duration of the workshop. Each youth, ages 6-12 years old, will create a miniature garden to take home. Provided materials include a container, three small plants, assorted miniatures, and more. To register: https://extension.psu.edu/childrens-miniature-garden-workshop or call 1-877-345-0691.
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Northampton County has No association With mailed Survey
Submitted by BECKY BARTLETT Lamont McClure announces that Northampton County has no association with a misleading survey being mailed to residents. The address located at the bottom of the letter indicates that the mailing originated from Sequoia Research, LLC in Erie, PA. “The company which mailed out this survey has no relation to Northampton County,” says Lamont McClure. “We were never consulted about this survey, nor were we informed that it was going to be sent to so many of our residents. This mailing has caused a great deal of confusion, resulting in a lot of phone calls to county offices.”
Second cool Off event Scheduled in Bath Borough
By HOME NEWS STAFF The Bath Borough has a second cool off event scheduled, “Cool Before School,” slated for Wednesday, Aug. 24 from 5 to 7 p.m. with a rain date of Thursday, Aug. 25. The cool off event will be held Continued on page 5
BATH BOROUGH EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY- PARKING & CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER Borough of Bath, Northampton County- is accepting applications for the part-time position of Parking & Code Enforcement Officer. Current or retired police officer please apply. A person in this position enforces borough parking and code ordinances; interacts with the public regarding enforcement issues and general information matters; services and maintains parking enforcement equipment, such as meters, signs, and performs related duties. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and stand; walk long distances; drive a vehicle; talk and hear in person; engage in repetitive movements of hands and wrists; reach with hands and arms; stoop, bend, kneel and crouch and occasionally lift or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Ability to mount and dismount curbs; reach under and lift windshield wipers to place tickets. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, the use of both eyes, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; analyze and solve problems; use math, observe people and situations; read and interpret data, information, and instruments; learn and apply new skills; work with constant interruptions; and interact with the public, some of whom may be dissatisfied, quarrelsome and/or abusive. The employee frequently works in all types of outdoor weather conditions in or near moving and/or heavy traffic. The incumbent is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and loud or prolonged noise levels and occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. Qualifications required for appointment include graduation from high school or G.E.D equivalent. Possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and a safe driving record. Applicants are required to undergo and pass a criminal records review and physical, and background check prior to employment. Flexible scheduling is available. Range of work hours is between 15 and 25 hours a week. At least half of the scheduled work hours must be during the evening hours; between 6p and 6a Monday through Sunday. Starting salary is between $17.12 and $19.97 per hour. Evening shifts pays time and half: between $25.68 and $29.96 per hour. Weekend hours pay double time: between $34.24 and $39.94 per hour. Oncall pay benefits are available. Applications are available at the Borough of Bath Municipal Building, 121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014 between the hours of 9:00AM- 4:00PM. The Borough of Bath is an equal opportunity employer. Any questions please call Borough Manager Bradford Flynn at (610) 837-6525.
Send completed applications and resumes to: Borough of Bath Attn: Borough Manager 121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014 or via email to: manager@boroughofbath.org
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BATH AREA Cool off Bath Museum and Continued from page 4 Park, located at Siegfried Log Cabin will in300Firefighters N. Chestnut St. in the Bath Borough. This is an at-your-ownBe open Aug. 20
risk event. Parents/guardians must be present with children during the entirety of their stay. This event is open to all children, both in and outside of the borough. The borough sincerely
By HOME NEWS STAFF The Bath Museum will be open on Saturday, August 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for its regular third Saturday of the month. The museum committee will staff the Siegfried Log Cabin on that same Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon. The cabin will be open specially to coincide with Old Home Week and the Spuds & Suds Festival. The address of the Siegfried Log Cabin is 448 West Main St., Bath. The Bath Museum is located at 121 S. Walnut St., Bath. As always, admission to both the Bath Museum and the cabin is free. Volunteers are needed at both the cabin and the museum not only on August 20, but all year round as well. For more information contact 570-325-2233.
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Kick off “Old Home Week” here at Christ Church UCC in Bath! Join us Sunday August 14, 2022 at 9:30 am for a special service followed by cake and coffee. Hope to see you then!
Our Capital Campaign is focused on rebuilding our foundation of Christ Church UCC in Bath. As you know there is always something to fix, something that needs upgrading and of course, our every day expenses. You can join our capital campaign by purchasing a commemorative plate on a plaque that will be on display in the building. The plates can honor someone, be in memory of someone or a personal identification. Below is a form you can complete and send to the Church along with your contribution of $100.00 per plate. There is no limit to the number of plates you can purchase. CIRCLE ONE Person completing form_____________________________ Phone No._______________________________________
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Stoves $20.00 Dehumidifiers - $25.00 Dishwashers-$20.00 Refrigerators - $35.00 Destruction Services a Fee: Computer Monitors $18 Floorfor Freezers - $35.00 Drive Destruction (offsite) - $10 per drive, Includes a Certificate of Destruction TelevisionsHard under 42” $38.00 ALL Types Floor Copiers-$20.00 Document Destruction (offsite) - $10 per standard paper size box, Includes a Certificate of Destruction TVs (in wooden cabinet, Projection, Over Console Stereos (in cabinet) $35.00 **Cash or Checks ONLY** 42”, TV Tubes (Broken TVs”) $55.00 Paint Cans $5 (1 gallon cans) **Please Make Checks Payable to Responsible Recycling Services or RRS**
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Northampton Borough hires full-time Police officer
Officer Koehler, Mayor Tony Pristash and Chief Kadingo. By KERI LINDENMUTH During their meeting on Thursday, July 21, the Northampton Borough Council unanimously voted to hire Officer Aaron Koehler of Palmerton to a full-time position. Before this appointment, Koehler served the borough as a part-time police officer. Mayor Tony Pristash swore in Koehler before members of the board, the public, Koehler’s family, Police Chief Bryan Kadingo, and current members of the police force. “They are proud of each other, and they help each other,” Councilman Anthony Lopsonzski, Sr. said of the borough’s police force. A former officer himself, he applauded the department’s show of support. “We have some outstanding, great people, and they need to be recognized.” In other news, council approved Wheels on the Canal for Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Canal Street Park. The event, held for several years, benefits Mission 22 and Blue Star Mothers - Lehigh Valley Chapter #201. Meanwhile, council rejected a request from Holy Trinity Slovak Lutheran Church for a “Church Parking Only” sign. The church requested the sign for the south side of 14th Street between Washington Avenue and Line Alley. The restriction would have only been in effect on the third Sunday of every month when the congregation meets. However, council members voiced concern over the limited street parking currently available. The church does have a parking lot. Councilmembers Lopsonzski, Sr., Kenneth Hall, Anthony Lopsonzski, Jr., and Ronald Glassic voted for the sign. Councilmembers Bonnie Almond, Judy Haldeman, Trevor Stone, and Judy Kutzler voted against it. Mayor Pristash, who voted against, broke the tie. During the meeting, council also voted to allow Borough
Manager LeRoy Brobst to enter into a discussion regarding an inter-municipal sewer agreement with East Allen and Allen Townships and the Northampton Area School District. The school district has requested 13 EDUs for their new school facility at Route 329 and Seemsville Road. No decision will be made during the discussion, and any agreement would have to be approved by council. “You cannot say yes or no without the information,” said
Hall, who voted in favor of the motion. Only council members Kutzler, Almond, and Haldeman voted against. Finally, council members voiced disappointment in the public pool closure scheduled for July 23 and 24 due to a lifeguard shortage. It was the first occasion the pool had to be closed, and the borough does not foresee any further closures until the pool season ends on August 20. “I sure wish we could have
come up with a better plan,” said Haldeman. She suggested reaching out to neighboring municipalities to see whether they have lifeguards. Glassic asked whether the pool could be open even for a short time during one of the hottest weekends of the year. While swimming is allowed without lifeguards in water up to three feet, Brobst said opening the pool without lifeguards leaves the borough subject to too much liability. The next council meeting will be Thursday, August 4, at 7:30 p.m.
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NAZARETH AREA Martin on Main will return After 2-year hiatus
Submitted by KATE HARTNEY The Nazareth Area Chamber of Commerce (NACC), a proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, is thrilled to be bringing back the famous Martin on Main music and guitar festival after a twoyear hiatus. Starting at noon on Saturday, July 30, over 60 acts will be performing on not one but two stages in downtown Nazareth. Music and guitar lovers will enjoy seven hours of entertainment, featuring Laurence Juber, a two time Grammy Winner as headliner, and over 60 supporting acts to keep Nazareth’s Main Street rockin’ all afternoon.
Featuring Wil & Robert, The Beautiful Distortion, Kelsey & Grace, Rod Abernathy, Keith, John, & Sue, Melody Cruz, Brian Dunne, Dina Hall, The Audio Files, and many more. When: Saturday, July 30 from noon to 7 p.m. Where: in the Nazareth Circle and South Main Street to Belvidere Street.
Don’t think there’s only music to enjoy at this festival. The Nazareth Branch of the Greater Valley YMCA will be hosting a farmers’ market in their parking lot. In addition, Main Street will
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be closed to vehicles and open to foot traffic from the Circle all the way down to Belvidere Street. Food truck vendors, crafting vendors, and alcohol for those over 21 will be available. Thanks to our headlining hometown sponsor, Martin Guitar, we also have a raffle to win. The classic D-28 guitar, valued at over $3,000, is a fantastic instrument that has been a staple in many artists’ collections. After nearly a century at the helm, and as the quintessential workhorse of music legends like Hank Williams, The Beatles, Johnny Cash, Neil Young, Bob Dylan, and so many more, Martin's legendary D-28 has been lovingly and artfully enhanced. The all new D-28 blends the rich history of the guitar with Martin’s newest and most heralded innovations. The 184-year-old guitar maker has combined vintage appointments, including open gear tuners, an aged toner top, antique white accents, and a faux tortoise pick-
guard with a new neck profile to give D-28 enthusiasts a modern feel and comfortable playing experience. Martin has also added forward-shifted bracing to allow greater vibration of the top. The legend just got better. This beautiful instrument could be yours – raffle tickets are only $10 each. Of course, incredible events like this one would not be possible without our sponsors: Wrenchtec, Schoolhouse Orthodontics, Truist, Paramont Business Development, The Morning Call, Nazareth Mutual Insurance, Nazareth Center for the Arts, Peters, Moritz, Peischl, Zulick, Landes & Brienza, Nazareth Army & Navy, Keystone Consulting Engineers, JP Mascaro, East Lawn Supply, MorningStar Living, and Vigilance Hose Co #1. Jess O’Donnell, EVP of Affiliated Chambers of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce said, “This beloved community event is back after two years! We are thrilled to be able to showcase local musical talent, as well as a two time Grammy winner right here in Nazareth. Any opportunity to support our community is a great opportunity to come out and have a great time.”
Chicken Barbecue Sunday, July 31 Starting at Noon To pre-order Call 610-261-2219 before Saturday Stop by the 4H FAIR! All pre-ordered must be picked up by 1:00 PM or sold Northampton Cty. 4-H Center 777 Bushkill Center Rd., Nazareth
World's Fair Celebration To be held At Nazareth Library
Submitted by JILL SILVIUS The Memorial Library of Nazareth and Vicinity will hold a grand World’s Fair celebration on its grounds at 295 E. Center St., Nazareth, PA 18064 on Saturday, August 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This festive event is a celebration of the conclusion of a very busy “Journey around the World” summer reading program (which has had nearly 400 children and 100 teen and adult participants), as well as the unveiling of special World's Fair memorabilia. Outdoors, guests of all ages can enjoy the wares of area vendors, food, live music by the Nazareth Community Band, robotics, crafts, a bounce house, caricatures, juggling, and other entertainment and activities. "We are excited to celebrate the end of the Memorial Library of Nazareth and Vicinity's 2022 Summer Reading Program during this community event. There will be plenty of fun activities for children of all ages to take part in at the World's Fair!" says children's librarian Berry Steiner. In our library living room, attendees are also invited to view a collection of memorabilia and primary documents detailing the “Nazareth Day” held at the 1939 New York World’s Fair. Before this collection was brought to our library, details of this historic event were virtually unknown to the public at large. Thus far, the collection consists of 30 unique items, including souvenir stickers, menus, programs of events, advertisements, and most significantly, primary documents relating to a specific “Nazareth Day” held at the Fair. Archive specialist Anneliese Warnke says, "This collection has made a huge impact on our understanding of Nazareth's civic history. It's been so exciting to sort through these artifacts and rediscover the impact our small community once had on the world stage." This event is free and open to the community, with most of its activities generously funded by PA Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities as part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. For additional information, please contact the library at 610759-4932 or visit the library's website at www.nazarethlibrary. org.
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PUBLIC NOTICE-LEGAL ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Eugene J. Hasara, deceased, late of Bath, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, Letters Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the Decedent to make the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to: Executrix: Julianne E. Anglestein ℅ Joshua D. Shulman, Esquire SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC 1935 Center Street Northampton, PA 18067 (7/14-7/28) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of MARNA HAYDEN, deceased, late of Bethlehem, Lower Nazareth Township, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, Letters Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the Decedent to make the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to: Co- Executors: Alicia Holden Hayden Alexis Draganiuk ℅ David B. Shulman, Esquire SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC 419 Delaware Avenue P.O. Box 157 Palmerton, PA 18071 (7/14-7/28) PUBLIC NOTICE 2022-001 The Bath Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, at 6:00 PM at the Borough Municipal Building 121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014 to consider the following application: The appellants, Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish and Kolbe Academy Inc, are appealing the zoning officer’s determination that the pre-existing legal nonconforming use as a school was abandoned and therefore lost its legal nonconforming status as per Section 675-51.G(2) of the Bath Borough Zoning Ordinance. The property is located at 115 Washington St, Bath, PA 18014, bears Tax Parcel #K6NW3A-3-1, and is in the Commercial Neighborhood (CN) Zoning District. Any interested party is welcome to attend the meeting and may have an opportunity to be heard. Shawn Leidy Bath Borough Zoning/Code Enforcement Officer (7/21 & 7/28)
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Odell A. Kleppinger, 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 Ellen K. Stahl and Lynne Fay Ball, Executrixes of the Estate of Odell A. Kleppinger. 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 Ellen K. Stahl and Lynne Fay Ball ℅ 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 (7/21-8/4) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Mary A. Kopach, late of the Borough of Nazareth, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Michael J. Kopach, Susan M. Kopach and Michele C. Weber, Executors of the Estate of Mary A. Kopach. 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 Michael J. Kopach, Susan M. Kopach and Michele C. Weber ℅ 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 (7/21-8/4) NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD AND PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE is hereby given that Borough of Bath, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, will hold a 40-day public comment period beginning July 28, 2022, and ending September 5, 2022 for Bath’s draft MS4 Pollutant Reduction Plan (PRP) for Bath’s PAG-13 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System General Permit for Stormwater Discharges from Small Municipal Separate Storm Water Sewer Systems (MS4). The intent of the PRP is to establish the existing loading of pollutants discharged from Bath’s MS4 to the Monocacy Creek, and to present a plan to reduce these pollutants. The PRP public comment period is required under the terms of Bath’s MS4 Permit. The draft PRP is available for inspection at the Bath Municipal Building located at 121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014, 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 MS4 Pollutant Reduction Plan is requested, such copy will be provided upon payment of costs for copying. Written comments from the public regarding the PRP should be sent to Bradford
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T. Flynn, Manager, 121 South Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014. All comments made shall include the originator’s name and address. Written and public comments will also be accepted at the public meeting of Bath’s Council held at Bath’s Municipal Building located at 121 South Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014 on September 5, 2022, at 6 PM in the public meeting room. Bradford T. Flynn, Manager Borough of Bath (7/28 & 8/4) LEHIGH TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE The Lehigh Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene on Thursday, August 11, 2022, at 6 p.m. to hear the following appeal. The hearing will be held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA 18088. WILLIAM J. JONES III The applicant/owner of 1170 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA, 18088 has filed an application requesting variance relief as a result of a proposed minor subdivision. The owner is proposing to subdivide an existing parcel into three lots, which includes a new flag lot containing an existing business. The applicant is seeking relief from the following. Requesting variances from Section 180-31. B and Section 180-31. D – Flag Lots, and Section 180-16. E – Design Standards. The parcel I.D. No. is H3-16-3C-0516 and is located in the Agriculture/Rural Residential Zoning District. MICHAEL OBENSKI The applicant/owner of a parcel on East Valley Drive, Walnutport, PA, 18088 has filed an application for zoning relief requesting a variance to allow a parking area for an existing business on a separate lot. The following relief is being requested, a variance from Section 180-15. B – Word usage and definitions. An accessory use or building is defined as a subordinate use or building customarily incidental to, and located on the same lot occupied by, the main use or building, the proposed parking area is located on a separate lot then the principal use. The parcel I.D. No. is H2SW4-6-1-0516 and is located in the Industrial Zoning District. EDWARD & ROBERTA CHERKIS The applicants/owners of 1070 South Cottonwood Road, Walnutport, PA, 18088 have filed an application for zoning relief from rear yard setback requirements to construct a new single-family dwelling on a vacant lot. The applicants are seeking relief from the following, requesting a variance from Section 180-16. E – Design Standards. The parcel I.D. No. is H413-17-0516 and is located in the Agriculture/Rural Residential Zoning District. Meetings are open to the public and all interested parties are welcome to attend and will have an opportunity to be heard.
July 28-August 3, 2022 9 Zoning Officer
(7/28 & 8/4)
NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING AUGUST 11, 2022 The Northampton Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold its public meeting on Thursday, August 11, 2022, in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, at 7:00 P.M. to review the following appeals: 1. Daniel Mantz, 1630 Washington Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, for the property located at 1630 Washington Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Parcel No. L4SW4C-10-11 and is located in an R-3 Residential Zoning District. Mr. Mantz would like to erect fencing consisting of four feet six-inch high aluminum and six-foot high vinyl privacy on the north and south sides of the property. Sixteen feet of the four-foot six-inch high aluminum fence and two gates are to be only eight feet from the curb line along Keichel Court. He is seeking a variance to: Northampton Borough Zoning Ordinance page 250:32, Article V – Supplementary Regulations, §250-18 – Accessory structures and uses, Subsection H. – Fence and wall accessory uses (1) (b) [1] Corner lot setback requirements. All interested parties are invited to attend. The applicant must attend. Juliann Edelman Zoning Officer
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WAIVER/DEFERRAL REQUEST SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE MOORE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS During the Monthly Meeting of the Moore Township Board of Supervisors, scheduled for Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 6:00 P.M. The Board of Supervisors will consider a written request for waivers and/or deferrals of Sections of the Moore Township Subdivision and Land Development Ordinances. The following request was submitted for the proposed the Minor Subdivision for Samuel & Trena Firmstone. The applicant’s request is for the following waivers and/or deferrals from the Land Development Plan: SALDO Sections 504 (Items 5, 6, 8, 9, and 12) All of these items are in reference to the residual 12 plus acre lot (Lot 1). All of these items have been shown in regards to the proposed single family residential lot (Lot 2). A waiver is requested for these in regards to Lot 1.
Liz Amato, Lehigh Township
(7/28)
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Board member David Gogel stated the board should “wait until they have all the information that we need before continuing on with the process.” He also expressed that he did not agree with the language used in the statement regarding the word “indefinitely.” Vaughn responded, “The public would like to know, and I think the administration would like to know the opinions of the board, so they have an idea of what we’re thinking at this time. It’s not a decision, it’s a straw poll that’s asking your opinion with the facts you have today.” Board President James Chuss shared that he would like to see Moore Elementary remain open because of the growing population in the area, but that asking for a decision today is premature. Board member Kim Bretzik proposed a resolution on future operations of Moore Elementary that would read: “Whereas the FutureThink Enrollment Study’s recommendation involved building a new elementary school on the district’s Route 329 property and closing Moore Elementary, whereas the future of Moore Elementary is inextricably linked to the Route 329 project resolved that the Northampton Area School Board will evaluate the ability to keep Moore Elementary in service before any future votes on the Route 329 project, and will inform residents of that evaluation before any future votes on the Route 329 project.” Chuss responded that the
board is not ready to make an educated decision yet regarding the outcome of Moore Elementary or the proposed Route 329 elementary school. “I’d rather be cautious and gather all the facts before I make my decision,” said board member Dr. Michael Baird. In other business, the board unanimously approved two unpaid leave of absences, two retirement resignations, three other resignations, and two half-year sabbaticals. The board also unanimously approved a revised listing of individuals to oversee intramural programs and the weight room, a revised listing of NASD Summer Bridge teachers and staff, a revised listing of 2022-2023 Fall Season Head Coaches and Assistant Coaches, Daniele Bowman and Michael Missmer as assistants to the Athletic Director, Maggy Alexander-Michel as a 12-month Curriculum Secretary, rescinding the approval of Dayna Younis as School Psychologist Intern, Jamie Lasko as TPE Spanish Teach at NAHS, Meagan Sherry as TPE Family Consumer Science Teacher at NAHS, Alyssa Reynard as TPE English Teacher at NAHS, Diana Meckes as Special Education Instructional Assistant at the middle school, Joseph Winter as Special Education Instructional Assistant at NAHS, the continuation of the Community Education Program with Sandra Bischof as Coordinator of the program, the anticipated classes and roster of instructors of the anticipated Community Education Program, Lori Cassidy as Long-Term Substitute English Teacher at the middle school, Mary Frantz as Supervisor of Technical Support Services, Jeffrey Erschen as a maintenance
employee, and Trina Williams as Supervisor of Psychological Services. The school board also unanimously approved the Board Policy Adoption and Revisions for policy 605 – Tax Levy, 622 – GASB Statement 34, 626.1 – Travel Reimbursement Policy, 706.1 – Furniture and Equipment, and 827 – Conflict of Interest. During discussion of agenda items, Vaughn asked the board for clarification on why the district is required to have temporary emergency provisions set in place for the curriculum agenda item. Kovalchik responded that the state requires schools to complete 180 days of instruction or 990 hours, and if those requirements are not met, the district is fined up to $5,000 per day of missed instruction. Kovalchik also noted that if a school or a school district needs to close because of Covid situations, the temporary emergency provisions plan must be approved by the Board of Education and submitted to the state because if it is not approved, then remote learning will not count towards those 180 days and students would be required to make up any missed days of instruction at the end of the school year. The Emergency Instructional Time Provisions under Section 520.1 of School Code 2022-2023 School Year was approved by all board members in attendance aside from Vaughn, who voted no on the temporary emergency provisions. With a 7-1 vote, the motion carried. The board unanimously approved the finance agenda items which included a contract for a special education teacher to provide school-based special
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www.HomeNewsPA.com education services not to exceed $22,491; approve, ratify, and confirm the Agreement for the 329 elementary school because Transportation of Students en- she believes the designated spot is tered between NASD and PASD not safe, given the influx of tracfor transportation of NASD stu- tor trailer traffic that will result dents; the 2022 real estate tax from the warehouses being built exonerations for the three Route in the area. 329 parcels of land that the disChuss replied that PennDOT trict owns in the amounts of performed a traffic study at the $1,036.21, $11.14, and $105.85; site, which stated the warehouse the settlement of the real estate tax traffic will only add 1.4 seconds assessment appeal against BKWF to the drive on Seemsville Road, Holdings LLC, which authorizes but residents expressed that they attorney Raymond Wendolowski did not agree with these findings. to execute the settlement stipulaMore information on the protion on behalf of the school dis- posed Route 329 elementary trict; the bills for payment; and school can be found on the disthe Treasurer’s Report. trict’s website, as well as a list of After discussion, the board frequently asked questions and an unanimously approved the items email address where further queslisted under miscellaneous for tions can be sent. the Secondary and Elementary The next Northampton School School Handbooks for the 2022- Board meeting will be Monday, 2023 school year, the contract August 8 at 6:30 p.m. in the with Behavioral Health Associ- NAHS auditorium, located at ates to provide education and 1619 Laubach Ave. behavioral services to district students, and the ABA Support Services contract for students with disabilities to be paid out of ACContinued from page 7 CESS funds. During discussion, Vaughn thusiasts, join us for Stitch & voiced questions about how the Chat on August 9 at 6 p.m.. Kids secondary and elementary school interested in STEM, animals, or handbooks state that the district crafts? Bring them to 4-H on Auwill not discriminate based on gust 4 and 25 at 6 p.m. race, color, national creed, age, August is still full of children’s sex, ancestry, sexual orientation, programs. New craft bags are gender identity, gender expres- available for pick up every other sion, national origin, or disabil- week; first come, first served. Auity, and how later in the docu- gust 1 features the Sneaky Seagull; ment it states that the district will August 15 features Narwhal, and provide students with course of- August 29 is Forager Pinch Pots ferings, counseling services, and (registration required). Shark extracurricular activities with- Week (K-5) is August 8 at 10 out any form of discrimination. a.m., and Beach Ball Bingo (K“One of the big things you hear 5) is August 22 at 10 a.m.. Join in the news today is transgender us for a whale of a tale at Storyathletes competing against female Craft (K-2), August 25 at 4:30 athletes. I don’t necessarily agree p.m. Don’t forget our monthly with the equality of a transgender clubs (3-5): athlete competing against women, and I was wondering if that Book Club: is taken into consideration in this August 4 at 4:30 p.m. language,” Vaughn said. Game Club: Kovalchik responded that the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Ath- August 11 at 6 p.m. letic Association governs how STEAM Craft Club students participate in different (Coastal Erosion athletic events. Experiment): During public comment, other residents also voiced their con- August 18 at 6 p.m. cern regarding the language of Adults, you are never forgotthe handbook and transgender ten. Like book clubs? We have girls using female bathrooms and two. Laid Back Book Club is participating in female sports. reading Nikki May’s “Wahala” for One resident stated, “I don’t August, and the Well Read, Badly think biological males should be Behaved Book Club is reading able to compete in female sports.” Sally Hepworth’s “The Family Kovalchik stated that he will be Next Door” for its first meeting discussing this topic in the com- August 30 at 6:30 p.m. If you ing week with Athletic Director enjoy true crime, join us for An Shaun Murray and that he will Hour to Kill on August 10 at 6 share the PIAA’s exact language p.m. where we’ll discuss Killer at the next meeting. Kovalchik Catfish. A Greener Cleaner Kit also shared that NASD schools pick up begins August 8, so regdevelop plans with principals, ister now, and we’ll dive into the guidance counselors, parents, and weird and wacky world of cryptransgender students that come tids at What Lurks Beneath? on to a collaborative agreement on August 3 at 6:30 p.m. an individual basis. Last, but not least, teens and During public comments, adults should take the opportunilivestreaming the school board ty to sign up for our Pirate Escape meetings was brought up by Room. The entire library will be residents again. Chuss responded your playground as you try to unthat he is working on live stream- lock the treasure chest for a sweet ing audio of the meeting. surprise on August 12. Resident Maggie Kemp also For the latest, check out our voiced her concern for the safety website, www.northamptonapl. of students at the proposed Route org, or Facebook page.
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On a Crusade to Combat Loneliness at Home
Bonnie and Larry Kern Residents at Moravian Hall Square in Nazareth, PA Living at home alone is a lifestyle choice that can be hazardous to your health. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, over 30% of people age 60 and older live alone today in the United States. And of those, almost half of them experience loneliness. And while living alone doesn’t always cause loneliness, it is often the case. Loneliness can lead to severe health problems such as depression, anxiety, cognitive decline, chronic pain and fatigue…just to name a few. Loneliness can also make people feel empty and without purpose. So just imagine
how harmful loneliness and forced social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic can be for people living alone at home.
Morningstar Living, in Nazareth, Pa is on a crusade to combat loneliness among people living at home alone. If you’re an adult child, you have to play detective, to identify the warning signs that indicate your parents may need help and support living alone at home. Warning signs include weight loss, changes in personal appearance and hygiene, confusion, forgetfulness, and other cognitive issues such as dementia. These warning signs are often the result of loneliness and lack of social interaction with others. It’s a simple fact that most of us need social interaction and actually thrive when we socialize with other people. Just ask Larry and Bonnie Kern of Nazareth, PA. They both had aging parents who began experiencing health issues after living alone at home. After detecting some warning signs, they took two different approaches to solving the problem. For Bonnie’s parents, Larry and Bonnie purchased a two-family home so they could move Bonnie’s parents in with them. But as Bonnie shares, “Even the closest relationships become strained when parents need help and assistance.” So when Larry’s mother began experiencing health issues living alone at home in Florida, they decided to move her to a community that was in close proximity to their home in Belvidere, New Jersey. “We wanted her to have a built in system of socialization with others so she could thrive and be active,” comments Larry. “We began researching and visiting adult living facilities and we took my mother to visit the ones we were most impressed with. My mother selected Moravian Hall Square, Morningstar Living’s life plan community in Nazareth, and we were so thankful she did. Her life turned around almost immediately from the interaction with others who lived there. In a very short period of time, she perked up, her physical health improved dramatically, and she was always so happy to be with the friends she made at Moravian Hall Square.
When it was time for Bonnie and Larry to look at active adult communities for their retirement, they started the process of visiting different types of communities but could never find one that measured up to Moravian Hall Square. “We learned a lot about Moravian Hall Square through our many visits with my mother,” states Larry. “She was always eager to show us around the campus and tell us about the activities and fun she had living there. In fact, we wanted to be as busy as she was. Bonnie and I love the theater, the symphony, hiking, swimming, playing tennis and golf, and working out at the gym. So we moved to Moravian Hall Square in 2019. We’re busier now than we ever have been, doing the things we love in life. The professional staff who work here provide endless opportunities for education, fitness, recreation, and entertainment. Quite frankly, it’s impossible to feel isolated or alone here.” “Living at Moravian Hall Square throughout COVID-19 has been a blessing. We realize more than ever before, how vital social connection with others is to our health and well-being,” adds Bonnie. “The dining and activities, fitness, education and wellness programming we participate in each day with others who live here has enabled us to live healthier and more vibrantly than if we were living alone at home. While choosing the right community is a complex process, knowing when it’s the right time to move is the hardest decision.”
#HomeAloneLV PLAN TO ATTEND “When is the Right Time to Make a Move?” DATE: Wednesday August 3rd, 6:00PM-7:30PM; or Friday August 12th, 10:30AM-Noon PLACE: MORAVIAN HALL SQUARE 175 W. North Street Nazareth, PA 18064
Call to reserve your place: 610.746.1457 or email rsvp@moravian.com
We are taking necessary precautions to allow for physical distancing. Face masks are required.
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Box fans available for Older adults
Submitted by BECKY BARTLETT Lamont McClure and Area Agency on Aging (AAA) announce that box fans are available for free for older adults during this heat wave. To obtain a fan, call AAA at 610-829-4540 or Information & Referral/ Emergency Services (IRES) at
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