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Allen Township passes East Allen Fireworks ordinance Supervisors Want Before July Fourth By KERI LINDENMUTH During their meeting on Tuesday, June 25, the Allen Township Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to adopt the township’s new fireworks ordinance, right in time for July Fourth celebrations. Instead of adopting a new code, township solicitor Lincoln Treadwell explained that the ordinance will amend the fire protection and prevention code, as well as the nuisance code. The discharge of both display and consumer fireworks will be banned between 10 p.m. and noon except on national holidays, on which the ban starts at 11 p.m. On New Year’s Eve, the ban will start at 1 a.m. To prevent fires, fireworks will
also be restricted during township burn bans. Treadwell explained that those breaking the new ordinance will receive a warning letter for their first offense. After that, they may be subject to a fine. In other news, the township received correspondence from the Borough of Northampton about a sewer rate adjustment. Treadwell told supervisors he expects more communication on the matter, as no indication of the exact adjustment was given. Finally, supervisors acknowledged an intergovernmental agreement between the Borough of Catasauqua and Catasauqua Continued on page 5
Looking by Back Ed Pany Column #3
In this third column, I continue to explore the history of Bath. The historical roots of the borough go back to 1737. In 1861 the Civil War divided the country. The north responded to President Lincoln’s call and rallied to preserve the union. Fiftysix men from Bath served in the Grand Army of the Republic. They served in the Pennsylvania 153th regiment. The men saw action at the
Battle of Chancellorsville and the monumental Battle of Gettysburg. Veterans after the war organized the G.A.R. (Grand Army of the Republic.) The volunteer infantry first brigade, 1st Division of the 153 Regiment held reunions in Bath in 1895 and 1909. There they exchanged memories of their military experiences. Thanksgiving Day in 1867 brought the railroad to Bath. Continued on page 4
Airport Road Speed Limit Decreased By KERI LINDENMUTH
During the East Allen Township Board of Supervisors meeting on Thursday, June 27, engineer James Milot gave a report on safety at the intersection of Jade Lane/Dogwood Road and Airport Road. This report was requested by supervisors following a fatal accident at the intersection in March. Milot analyzed vehicular accidents at the intersection between the years 2015 and 2017. He found only one accident. The accident, between a motorcyclist and a deer, was not roadway related. As such, Milot told supervisors “there does not appear to be a factor at the intersection that can be corrected.” The volume of traffic, he added, is not sufficient enough for PennDOT to add a traffic signal. However, he said perhaps a more consistent speed limit on Airport Road between Hanoverville Road and Route 329 could be helpful. The speed limit currently changes from 45mph to 55mph back to 45mph. Supervisors agreed, stating that the speed limit should consistently remain at 45mph. They asked Milot to make the recommendation to PennDOT. In other news, the township is considering involvement in the River Central Comprehensive Continued on page 4
Ribbon cutting ceremony held to celebrate opening .
Naz-O-Nut’s Grand opening a Sweet success
By DAWN DUDECK TUNNEY Not even the extreme heat could stifle the excitement surrounding Naz-O-Nut's grand opening last Tuesday night. The newest addition to Nazareth's small business landscape held its grand opening and ribbon cutting June 25 in front of an enthusiastic crowd of future patrons and neighborhood business supporters. The local eatery was packed with eager guests as workers in brightly colored shirts with clever catch phrases walked through the crowd, holding trays of their tasty treats, which the guests devoured with gusto. In attendance were Nazareth mayor Lance Colondo and Bath mayor Fiorella Mirabito-Reginelli. The Greater Chamber of Commerce of the Lehigh Valley greeted the eager crowd inside the entrance with name tags and smiles. Jessica O'Donnell, Executive
Vice President of the Chamber, was the master of ceremonies and gave an enthusiastic welcome to the new business, saying she was excited for the “sweet addition to the Nazareth area.” After representatives from local offices presented the owners with certificates and well-wishes, O'Donnell lead the gang of owners and employees in a “first-bite” moment before the ribbon was cut by a smiling Helena Lazzarini. Naz-O-Nut is Nazareth's first independent donut shop, owned and operated by two husband and wife teams: Helena and Frank Lazzarini and longtime friends, Ciro and Lucrezia DelaRagione.
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Continued from page 1 Both families are Nazareth residents. This is this first business venture for the Lazzarini's. The DelaRagiones own Sicily Pizza. The business held a “soft-opening” for the public on Tuesday of the previous week. Opened at 5:30 a.m., they were surprised and thrilled to have sold out by 9 a.m. Over the next three days, their business tripled, selling out each day by late morning, much to the chagrin of many would-be customers. Helena is the creative mind behind Naz-O-Nut. Not only is she responsible for the hit recipe, she designed the shop's ‘50s inspired decor and the staffs playful t-shirts and slogans. The idea for the donut shop began taking shape in November of last year and after finding the location on E. Lawn Road, everything fell into place quickly. Helena attributed the rapid pace to her partners. Having small business experience, the DelaRagione's handled the more technical side of setting up the shop. Naz-O-Nut has made an effort to hire local teens, supporting the community and possibly inspiring other young entrepreneurs.
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Moore Township Democrats- Alternate summer plans. Junehistoric tour. July-off. August-Community Days. Watch for details via email and Facebook. Moore Township Historical Commission- Monthly meeting at 7 p.m., last Wednesday of the month at Moore Twp. Municipal Building, public is welcome. Governor Wolf Historical Society Monthly Meeting- 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month except August on the GWHS campus, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath. Public welcome. For information, govwolf.org. Governor Wolf Historical Society Museum- 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath: Open to the public 1-3 p.m. the third Saturday of the month, with tours of the society’s campus offered. For information, govwolf.org. Moore Township Association for Families in Need- Monthly meeting second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. Meet at Covenant United Methodist Church. No meetings in June, July or August. United States Submarine Veterans Lehigh Valley Base Monthly Meeting- Held every third Sunday at 2 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Church, 510 Union Street, Allentown. Atlas Cement Memorial Museum- Open the second and fourth Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. May through September. Located at 1401 Laubach Ave., Northampton. Partners For A New Beginning Support Group MeetingsFirst and third Thursday of every month, 7 to 8 p.m., St. John’s Lutheran Church, Nazareth. Bath Museum- Open third Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 121 S. Walnut St., Bath. Volunteers welcome. See you July 20. To schedule tours, call 484-272-7314. Kazoo Parade- 4th of July parade in downtown Nazareth starting at 9:30 a.m. Seeking Refuge Exhibit- July 6-26 at Nazareth Center for the Arts. Call 610-614-0404 for more information. Bath One-Year Anniversary with PA State Police- Monday, July 8 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Bath Borough Hall. Sacred Heart of Jesus Church Annual Picnic- July 12, 13 and 14 at church picnic grounds on Northampton St., Bath. 5th Annual NASD Student Council Car Show- Saturday, July 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bicentennial Park West, Northampton. 12th Annual Martin on Main- Saturday, August 3 from 1 to 7 p.m. in downtown Nazareth. Lehigh Township Police Department National Night Out- August 6 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Indian Trail Park, 3821 Lehigh Dr., Northampton. Siegfried Log Cabin Open- Saturday, Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on W. Main Street, Bath.
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Lyme disease Well it’s that time again. Time to make plans and enjoy the outdoors. Before you do I feel the need to remind you that ticks are around and I believe you should, we all should, take caution. I could spend this article telling you about the history of Lyme disease. I could tell you about the awful and varied symptoms and problems associated with tick-borne illness. I could tell you about the devastation on many fronts that chronic Lyme or missed Lyme disease can cause. I won’t because I am going to assume that you already know all that. If you have no idea what kind of problems Lyme disease can manifest then go look up what happened to Kris Kristofferson. He was told he had Alzheimer’s
by DR. GLENN CLEARIE, DC
and dementia. In the end he didn’t have either. He had undiagnosed Lyme disease. He was one of the “lucky” ones and is now on the path to recovery and normalcy. So rather than go into the signs, symptoms and treatment of Lyme disease and associated illnesses, I would like to simply
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say that if you have a tick implanted in you, I would encourage you to send the tick to a lab and have it tested. Recently I have found a tick in my lower hairline. I can only assume that the tick was lodged for less than three to four hours. I removed it with little effort and immediately placed it in a zip lock baggie. My next step was to go online to www.tickdiseases.org, which is the website for The Laboratory of Medical Zoology (LMZ), an academic research lab at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. I followed the various prompts to have the tick tested and within two days I mailed the tick to the lab. As of the writing of this week’s article I do not have the results. LMZ did email me to say that the sample was received and they have begun testing. I did choose to have every possible analysis performed of some twenty different strains that Continued on page 6
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Proclamation A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING JULY 10, 11, 12 AND 13, 2019 AS “COMMUNITY DAYS FAIR WEEK,” IN THE BOROUGH OF NORTHAMPTON
Penn Allen cement company, courtesy of Larry Oberly.
Looking Back
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The Lehigh Lackawanna R.R. now gave the borough a link with neighboring states. Eight trains moved through Bath daily, a ticket was priced at seventy five cents. Later the Lehigh New England, Delaware Lackawanna, and Northampton & Bath added rail service to the community. Bath, like many communities, had a unique employee, a lamp lighter. It reminds us of a Charles Dickens novel. The lamplighter would, each night, light kerosene lamps which were attached to poles and extinguish them in the morning. This was a 365 day a year job. One of the last lamplighters was Emanuel Siegfried, he was also a police officer and his salary was $90 a month. Municipal electric lights were installed in 1922 and the lamplighter became a memory. Bath changed when the cement industry arrived in 1900. The new industry brought dozens of
companies to the Lehigh Valley and thousands of jobs; soon we became the largest producer of Portland Cement in the world. The first company to arrive in Bath was the Pennsylvania Cement Co. in 1900, to be followed by Penn Allen in 1904, Bath Portland in 1905, and Keystone came a bit later in 1920. When the cement companies came to the area there was a need for employees. Company agents went to Europe to entice people to immigrate to the Lehigh Valley. The immigrants were anxious to start a new life in a new country. The influx of immigrants from Central Europe, Austria, Hungary, Poland, Ukraine and other countries came to work in the plants. They settled in Bath, Nazareth, Northampton, Coplay, Egypt, Cementon, Martins Creek, Stockertown, Ormrod and Fogelsville. They brought a solid work ethic, their customs and religions. The Sacred Heart Catholic Church was constructed in 1922. The church provided
a house of worship for many of the new Americans. They joined Christ U.C.C. and St. John’s Lutheran Church and became part of Bath’s religious community. See you in two weeks as we continue Bath’s history.
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Plan. Catasauqua Borough, Hanover Township, and North Catasauqua are currently involved in the plan. The total plan would cost roughly $92,000 split between the participants. The Lehigh Valley Planning Commission would be assisting. Supervisor Mark Schwartz was opposed to the idea. “There is no mutual benefit that we would derive,” he said. However, Supervisor Roger Unangst disagreed. He said that the township is responsible for having space for every type of zoning. However, in the regional comprehensive plan, the township can share zoning with other participants. For example, if a developer tried to challenge that East Allen does not have adequate manufacturing zones or high-density commercial zones, East Allen can point to the plan’s other participants, who do have those zones. A regional plan, stated Unangst and solicitor Joseph Piperato, would give the township protection. Piperato also stated that a regional plan often has a better chance of being upheld by a court. Supervisors motioned for borough manager Brent Green to come to the next meeting with a list of benefits. Finally, supervisors stated that the township will be hiring special counsel for court proceedings against Rock Lehigh Valley. Piperato told citizens that supervisors cannot discuss the matter with township residents until the hearing. Everything must be on record. A date for the first hearing has not yet been decided.
WHEREAS, the Northampton Exchange Club is sponsoring the 39th annual Community Days Fair celebration at the Northampton Municipal Park, consisting of community-spirited citizens of the Borough and surrounding area, and WHEREAS, the Community Days Fair is an annual event to encourage family participation through the active involvement of local residents, citizens of the surrounding areas and their civic organizations, where the “Community of Unity” can get together to share fellowship while having a fun-filled time with others, and WHEREAS, the Exchange Club’s annual Community Days Fair will fill the Northampton Park Complex at Laubach Avenue and Smith Lane with rides by Goodtime Amusements, commercial exhibits, food, games, music, and WHEREAS, Wednesday, July 10 some activities include: Opening Ceremony Proclamation 6:45 PM, pie eating contest, puppet show, close encounters with birds of prey, $20.00 oneday ride special, and WHEREAS, Thursday, July 11 festivities are: Veterans Program, Allentown Band, Free Wrist Band Night for the first 200 amusement riders, compliments of Schisler Funeral Home - 90th Anniversary, bingo-Bath Lions Club, $20.00 one-day ride special, and WHEREAS, Friday, July 12 highlights: Northampton Night $20.00 one-day ride special, “Lucky 7 Band,” puppet show by Wagstaff & Co., Grove Beer Tent, bingo-Bath Lions Club, and WHEREAS, Saturday, July 13 line-up to include: 9th Annual Whiffle Ball Tournament, “Flamin’ Dick and the Hot Rods” portable band shell, car show, flea market, Potts Doggie Shop Hot Dog Eating Contest - $100 Prize for winner, balancing act quartet in Grove, “The Collective Band,” “Flirtin’ With the Mob” band, bingo, and a spectacular fireworks show by Shooting Star Fireworks at approximately 10:15, and WHEREAS, the Exchange Club will have their own refreshment stand and sponsor: the Chinese Auction, Little Miss Community Days, Lehigh Valley Idol Contest, Beer Tent and the Annual Spectacular Fireworks Show. Detailed information can be found at www.northamptonexchangeclub.org. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Thomas D. Reenock, Mayor of the Borough of Northampton, Pennsylvania, do hereby proclaim July 10, 11, 12 and 13, 2019 as “Community Days Fair Week” in the Borough of Northampton, and encourage residents of the community and surrounding areas to join me at the Northampton Borough Municipal Park to spend time together with family and friends, and congratulate the Exchange Members and Officers for a good time and services they provide for the Borough residents.
Thomas D. Reenock Mayor
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Eight ways to Celebrate our Country Happy Fourth of July. We celebrate American Independence Day on the Fourth of July every year. We think of July 4,1776 as a day that represents the Declaration of Independence and the birth of the United States of America as an independent nation. Are we patriotic most of the time or only on the 4th of July? To be patriotic is to have respect for the country's flag, a desire to see your nation succeed, and a deep, abiding love of your country are all patriotic expressions. Does your business ever express love of country? I’m not referring to the 4th of July sales, the fireworks or an event. I’m referring to unique ways to support the land that we love.
Here are eight unique ways to celebrate our country.
1. Protect our natural resources - put a team together to clean up a beach or local forest. 2. Shop local - support local farmers, and purveyors. 3. Volunteer for a local his-
Sermonette Freedom and Liberty By FRANK HOMME What are your first thoughts and feeling when you hear the word freedom? Maybe you associate it with liberty and the grantee of individual rights. However, liberty doesn’t cancel out responsibility. Perhaps it gives rise to a longing to be free from some situation or stress in your life that is demanding, unrelenting and draining. It could be a job, a difficult relationship, financial struggles, health issues, or any number of restraints that keep you from enjoying life and pursuing your dreams. However, Jesus spoke about a deeper aspect of freedom that pertains to the state of our souls and has nothing to do with the externals of life. He wants to free us from internal form of bondage that prevents us from becoming the persons He created us to be. This kind of – is not achieved by war or revolution but by knowledge of the truth. Jesus said, “If you continue in my word, then you are truly a disciple of mine” and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free” (John 8:31-32). To continue in God’s Word
torical society, help to share and preserve history. 4. Get to know your country, consider visiting World Heritage Sites such as Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon, or the Statue of Liberty. 5. Encourage your employees to vote - provide voter registration opportunities for staff. 6. Be a good citizen - teach your staff how to express good citizenship. 7. Support a veteran and our military - go to www.military. com for a list of organizations you can help. 8. Fly a flag - for Memorial Day, Flag Day or Fourth of July. Whatever you decide, think about how your business can set an example for other businesses by honoring love of country, not only on the Fourth but throughout the year. See ya soon, I’m headed out to buy a flag.
means that we abide in it. It fills our minds, shapes our attitude and emotions, and directs our behavior. And the result be that freedom from sin and the deceptions, that could captivate us. We live in a culture that continually feeds us lies about God and ourselves. By knowing and obeying Scriptures, we will discover the truth sets us free. But don’t use freedom as opportunity to sin. To walk in the freedom the Lord deserves for us, we must begin by living what He has said, about our salvation, our position in Christ, and our possessions as His children. As we continue filing our minds with God’s Word, relying on the Spirit’s power, and responding to circumstances each day on the basis of these truths, we will discover that Jesus is right – we will know the truth, and truth will make us free. My hope is that these monthly devotional will encourage you on to – the path, and keep you draw you near to God and rely on His grace in every situation. I pray that devotional will help you with your knowledge of the scriptural principles. May God guide you in making wise choices according to His will, and to show kindness in all situations. It is important for Christians to be discerning-and ability will be developed in us as we grow
in our knowledge of scriptural truth. Is your quiet time bearing spiritual fruit, or have you become satisfied with a routine glance at the Bible? Jesus clearly warned that deception would increase as time progressed (Matt. 24:4-5). Now is the time to study God’s Word, because knowing truth is our only protection against being led astray by misinformation. And as we get to know the Lord, our love for Him will increase.
Many people wish they loved God more, and time with in His Word is the key. In Psalm 119 – God recognized two good verses, “I will always obey your law” and I will walk about in freedom, for I have sought out your precept” (vv 44-45). How is it that the psalmist associated freedom with a spiritually lawabiding life? It leads us to say with the psalmist, “Direct me in the path of your commands, for there I find delight” (v 35).
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High School. A resource officer will now be present in the school. Schools are allowed to add a police officer to campus under state law. “This is very common in schools today,” explained Supervisor Larry Oberly. Supervisors will meet again on Tuesday, July 9 at 7 p.m.
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GAB OVER by Pete THE FENCE G. Ossip We’ve had July heat in June, so what else is new? It’s July and the 4th of July holiday, commemorating our Declaration of Independence. It’s still in the high 80’s and 90’s. . . .The Phillies are losing as usual to the Florida Marlins after sweeping the N.Y. Mets. I don’t know what it is. They can’t hit down there. On Saturday they hit enough to get six runs, but then the relievers gave up more runs and they lost again. Same thing on Sunday. They got 10 runs and the relievers didn’t do much to hold the Marlins. But Harper hit a homer and they were finally stopped and the Phils won. They still have the Braves before the All-Star Game. Oh well, that’s baseball. . . . The IronPigs had a great fireworks show and their baseball team is doing pretty good . . .I’d like to enter the firefighters run/walk on July 20, but with no working out, that’s out for me. You should be in some kinda good condition. First 100 feet and I’d be exhausted. . . . It’s Vacation Bible School time. See if your church has one and send the kids off to it. They all have different themes, but the center of it is Jesus . . . Congrats to young Paul Connolly for winning that Great Valu scholarship from Ahart’s. With tuition as it is today, the $1,000 will come in handy. . . . Gas prices are still going up. And it was reported that that refinery fire down in Philadelphia was gonna add to the higher prices of gas. . . . .Ribbon cutting for the new OASIS Community Center, which will do its part for people who have been in the abusive drug situation, was held on Friday. Illegal drugs are a problem everywhere, even here, and we need a place like that to deal with them. The drugs come over our southern border. I won’t get into the politics of it, but face it, they’re coming in, and people
here are suckered into taking them. . . .Sitting here on a Sunday afternoon, it’s quiet. I wish all of you a happy and safe 4th of July this Thursday. Let’s celebrate the birthday of America the right way.
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could affect my health and the cost was $200. I tell you all this as recently a patient gave me an article she read in the Morning Call that discussed East Stroudsburg University’s effort to help us all should we get bite. Now I didn’t know this but ESU has been awarded a grant to essentially test ticks that either get on us or our animals. This service is free for in state residents. I am so pleasantly surprised and grateful that ESU would have resources such as this that can help save so many lives and allow for us all to get timely intervention if that’s what’s needed. The website is Ticklab.org. It is so easy to understand and navigate through. On the site they state that they have tested about 14,000 ticks and about 4,500 have tested positive for a tick borne illness. Ladies and gentlemen, we are talking about some 30 percent infection rate. I would implore you not to take this lightly. If you, your children, grandchildren, anyone in fact have been bitten by a tick then please save the tick and send it out to be tested promptly. I want to encourage you also to have this talk with everyone you encounter over the next few days. Make sure they save the tick and do not discard it. This quick talk and easy mail-in may save someone you love from a lifetime of illness. My best to you. "Natural Perspectives" is a health commentary only and does not claim to diagnose and/or make treatment recommendations. Always seek the advice of your health care professional.
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Mako to deploy in fight against terror Submitted by TRACY POLOVICK Rep. Zach Mako (R-Lehigh/ Northampton), a combat veteran and U.S. Army helicopter pilot in the Pennsylvania National Guard, announced that he will deploy to the Middle East this fall to help fight terrorism and secure international peace. Mako, attached to Company B, 2nd Battalion, 104th Aviation Regiment, Fort Indiantown Gap, which traces its history to Battle of the Bulge, received orders to support Operation Freedom’s Sentinel (OFS), where he will join more than 50 Army National Guard soldiers. OFS is part of the Global War on Terrorism and is the official name for the mission succeeding Operation Enduring Freedom. Terrorist groups like ISIS and AlQaeda still function in the OFS area of operations and remain a threat to international stability, peace and safety. Mako’s colleague
Rep. Matt Gabler (R-Clearfield/ Elk) spent most of 2018 serving in the Middle East with a different division of the Pennsylvania National Guard. “It is an honor to serve the great people in the 183rd District, both as a state representative and soldier,” Mako said. “I take both oaths very seriously and I’ve been humbled by the support of my family, friends and neighbors during every aspect of my duties.” Mako enlisted in the Pennsylvania National Guard in January 2008 and has been a Chinook pilot since July 2011. He was deployed to Afghanistan in December 2012 for nine months as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. In 2016, he was selected to be an adviser to Estonia’s top military officials. In 2017, he completed elite training as an Aviation Mission Survivability Officer (AMSO). “Soldiers don’t get to pick and
choose when to serve, but please be assured my office’s top priority remains the constituents’ needs,” Mako said. “While I will not be in the office during my deployment, my amazing staff is eager and more than ready to continue top-level assistance for residents of the 183rd Legislative District. I’m blessed to have a veteran staff and look forward to returning to continue my state representative duties.” “In his time in the General Assembly, Rep. Mako has proven to be a tireless advocate and worker on behalf of his constituents, always remaining focused on the needs and interests of those he represents,” said Majority Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster). “He further shows his commitment to serving others by once again answering the call to serve our nation overseas. We are honored to call him a colleague and wish him a successful deployment and pray for a safe return.”
Northampton Area Public Library Summer programs Submitted by SUSAN SENTZ The Northampton Area Public Library provides an incentive Summer Reading program for all ages. Please visit the library to sign up and to pick up prizes. Children’s Programs Block Party and Make It, Build It is July 16 from 5 to 7 p.m. Dig in to our blocks, Legos and other building materials and build your own creations. Fun for the whole family. Drop in anytime, registration is not required. Teen Programs Join the library around the theme “A Universe of Stories”
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for a wide range of programs for teens grade 6 through 12. Sign up in the library or on our website. Programs for teens include July 8 Cosmic Bath Bombs, July 15 Starry Night Paint and Snack, July 22 Illuminate your Night Sky, July 29 DIY Galaxy Jars and August 6 Water Rockets. These programs are at 2 p.m. The closing program is a Doctor Who themed Escape Room on August 9 at 5 and 6 p.m. Adult Programs Dr. Katherine Ramsland will present The Psychology of Speak-
ing with Serial Killers on July 12 at 6:30 p.m. Dr. Katherine Ramsland teaches forensic psychology at DeSales University and studies serial killers. She will talk about the five years she spent assisting Dennis Rader, the “BTK” Killer from Wichita, to write his autobiography, which benefits his victims’ families. The library will host Ten Ancient Sites that Might be Stargates, Portals, and Wormholes on July 17 at 6 p.m. Many ancient cultures speak of portals to other Continued on page 11
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BATH AREA Annual Cancer Support Community Dragon Boat Festival at Evergreen Lake submitted by JEN GIBBS The Cancer Support Community of the Greater Lehigh Valley held its Second Annual Dragon Boat Festival at Evergreen Lake in Bath on Saturday, June 15. Hundreds of people lined the shores to compete in this one-of-a-kind event in the Lehigh Valley. Dragon Boating is a 2000-year-old tradition that features teams of 20 paddling a 40-foot long boat to the beat of their drummer for a 200-meter race. This year 14 teams, many
consisting of cancer survivors and caregivers, crossed the finish line where family and friends cheered. Presenting Sponsor Quadrant Private Wealth along with team sponsors B Braun, Evergreen Lake, St. Luke’s Health Network, Lehigh Valley Health Network, and Humana were all represented on the lake. Awards were given to Kick Some Splash for Team Spirit, Beastie Busts for Top Fundraiser, and Team Zhihao for the Fastest Boat.
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NORTHAMPTON AREA Northampton Police Report JUNE 21 – Reportable accident, Main Street and Station Alley involving three vehicles. JUNE 22 – Warrant service/ served in the 600 block of E. 20th Street. Report of a male with an outstanding warrant out of Northampton County. Male was taken into custody, transported to the station and released to the Northampton County Sheriff’s Department.
JUNE 23 – Non-reportable accident, 14th Street and Line Alley involving two vehicles Reportable accident, Howertown Road and 4th Street involving two vehicles. JUNE 24 – Hit and run accident in the 1900 block of Main Street. Report of a legally parked vehicle struck, damage to the driver side mirror. Criminal mischief in the 1800 block of Main Street. Report of a legally parked vehicle keyed.
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NAZARETH AREA Lincoln Commons continues to frustrate residents By DAWN DUDECK TUNNEY At the Nazareth Town Council meeting Thursday, June 27, the Lincoln Commons apartment complex was a major topic of discussion. The project, which began in
2015, has had many recurring issues during its construction. Parking continues to be a problem for the current residents of Belvidere Street and surrounding avenues. The complex currently only has one entrance on Belvidere
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force the many unkept promises with the highest ones to win. made by the builder, Nat HyA motion and vote will be man, to resolve this dispute. The made at Monday's council meetconversion of the old textile mill ing. The city's solicitors are to has until the end of October to determine how the auction is to finish all construction. be set up. Mr. Hyman has been asked to attend council meeting several times to answer these and other questions posed by the townspeople, but has not made an appearance or addressed the council with proposed resolutions. Some of the council members suggested a subpoena be sent to Hyman, forcing the real estate developer to appear and be held accountable for the situation and provide answers for those unkept promises. Motions and a vote on the subject were to be held on Monday's council meeting. Another subject of much interest was what the city should do with the police department’s current weapons that will be replaced this year. The department routinely replaces their weapons every ten years. Police Chief Randall Miller would like the officers to have the option of purchasing their firearms at the trade-in value before they are available to the public, which has been the previous practice. Miller referenced how well officers maintain their weapons and that they depend on them in life and death situations, creating a strong bond between the officers and their guns. Mayor Lance Colondo proSilver Crest Insurance, Inc. is the posed a bid on the remaining Lehigh Valley’s weapons after the officers have trusted source for Medicare insurance plans! had a chance to buy supplemental them. Another suggestion was a “Dutch will guide you through your Our team of professionals Silverprospective Crest Insurance, Inc. is the Auction” where buytransition to Valley’s Medicare face to face, over the phone or Lehigh trusted ers would submit a sealed offersource for attendsupplemental one of ourinsurance Medicare Medicare plans!101 seminars!
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Mid County Senior Center: Ceramics class with Pearl Eberts, Marsha Handelong, Sue (Elizabeth) Straukus; Instructor, Eileen Muschlitz and Betty Kish at the Mid County Senior Center. Ceramics class is held on Wednesdays at the Center.
Northampton County Senior Center submitted by KRISTA AMBROSINO How the time flies as we zoom into another summer season. On Friday, June 21, Northampton County senior centers joined together at the Slate Belt Senior Center in Bangor. More than 170 people attended for a fun filled day. Multiple activities were available in the morning (the potato
Andy’s Corner By ANDY WEAVER The Nazareth Clippers ELV SR Team played host to Palmer on June 25 and won, and then played host to Pen Argyl in the semifinal of the playoffs and fell short in the game to see the season come to a close. The Nazareth Thunder Baseball played host to Ballet on June 24 and lost, and then went to Moore Township on June 25 and lost. They went to Wilson on June 26 and won, and then played host to Easton on June 27. They played Northeast at home on June 28 and then were at South Parkland on July 1. They travel to Southern Lehigh on July 3 and then are off until July 8 when they play Hellertown. The Nazareth SR Legion Baseball team went to Wind Gap on June 24 and won, and then were home vs. Roseto on June 28 and lost, and then went to Birches on June 26 and hosted Birches on
game was hilarious). Then after a tasty picnic lunch, musical entertainment by "The Spinners" was enjoyed by all. A variety of dancing music kept us grooving and our feet tapping. Then to top off the day, hand scooped ice cream sundaes with lots of toppings... Yum. The distribution of farmer's market vouchers continues at different locations throughout the
county. Contact your local center for dates. Remember that mom said to eat all your vegetables. Northampton Senior Center welcomes area adults 60+ for daily activities, meals and socialization. Open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 1:30 p.m., contact Krista Ambrosino for more information at 610262-4977.
June 30. The boys hosted East Stroudsburg on July 1 and then will wrap up the regular season vs. Northampton at home on July 3. For up to the minute news, check out my website at https:// nazarethsports.wordpress.com/.
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worlds and gateways to star systems where their “creators” reside. Conventional wisdom tells us these tales are merely myths and legends. However, recent declassified FBI files have stated that our Earth has been visited by beings from other dimensions and planets. You be the judge. Join us for a book discussion of “The Martian” by Andy Weir on July 31 at 6 p.m. Receive a copy of the book when you sign up at the library. The third annual Harry Potter Trivia Night is August 2 at 6:30 p.m. All new questions, prizes, and snacks. Old and new teams
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ASSUMPTION BVM PARISH, Northampton. 610-262-2559 Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Mass 8 a.m., Tues. – Mass 8 a.m., Wed. – Mass 7 p.m., Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4 p.m. ASSUMPTION OF THE VIRGIN MARY UKRAINIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, Northampton. 610-2622882 Sat. – Vesper services 5 p.m. Sun. – Divine Liturgy 9 a.m. BETHANY WESLEYAN, Cherryville. 610-7671239 Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m., Spanish Bible Study 10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship 5 p.m. BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, Bushkill Twp. 610-759-7132 Sun. – Worship 9:15 a.m., Sunday School 10:30 a.m
CHAPMAN QUARRIES UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610837-0935 Sun. –Worship 11 a.m. CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. Chestnut St. Bath. 610837-0345 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. CHRIST CHURCH U.C.C., Bethlehem. 610865-6565 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville. 610-837-6051 Sun. – Worship/SS 9 a.m. CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton. 610-2628500 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:30 a.m. COVENANT UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610837-7517 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m. handicapped accessible, Sunday School 9:15 a.m. DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt). 610-262-4961 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. EMMANUEL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1741 7/7: Outdoor Worship 10 a.m.
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How would you define personal freedom? Charles Kingsley said, “There are two freedoms: the false, where man is free to do what he likes; the true, where a man is free to do what he ought.” That false concept of freedom is the prideful expression of the very essence of sin which is defined in 1John 3:4 as “the transgression of the law.” It says, “I will do what I want—not what God wants.” Those who live like this soon fall into the bondage of horrible habits of lust, alcohol, drugs, etc. Jesus Christ came into this world to free man from sin and its bondages. He declared, “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me…to preach deliverance to the captives…to set at liberty them that are bruised” (Luke 4:18). Speaking of Himself, Jesus said, “If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed” (John 8:36). When you accept Jesus as your Savior from sin, you will be “free indeed” because not only will you be free from sin, you will be free from the consequent bondages of sin such as lust, hatred, anger, etc. You will be free to do what you ought! You will be free to serve the Lord! And, like prisoners who have experienced Christ’s freedom even while in chains, you will have freedom even in the worst of circumstances! Like Paul and Silas who were wrongly beaten and put in prison you will have freedom to pray and sing praises unto God even before God sets you physically free (Acts 16:24-26). With great joy you will be able to sing, “I’m free from the fear of tomorrow, I’m free from the guilt of the past, I’ve traded my shackles for a glorious song. I’m free, praise the Lord, free at last.” – Written by Pastor Daniel E. Lundmark
FAITH FAMILY FELLOWSHIP, Bushkill Twp. 484-408-9624 Sun.-Contemporary Worship 10 a.m. FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport. 610-7673505 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOD’S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-2624412 Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., Wed. 7 p.m. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton. 610-2629517 Sun – Worship 9 a.m. GOSPEL CHAPEL WESLEYAN CHURCH, Northampton. 610-2628101 (N) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m. GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-7036 Sun.- Worship 9:30 a.m., nursery provided, VBS visit www.gbfcnaz. org GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-9080 Sun. Worship at 9 a.m. HC. GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Northampton. 610-2627186 (HA) Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Pen Argyl. 610-8634811 Sun. – Worship 8:30/10 a.m., Sunday School 10 a.m. HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, Nazareth. 610-759-7363 Sun. – 7/7: Worship 8 a.m. HC, 9:30 a.m. HC/ SS, 11:15 a.m. HC. HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0870 Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., M-F – Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m., Holy days – Mass 7/9 a.m. and 5 p.m. HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton. 610-2622668 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9
a.m. HOLY TRINITY SLOVAK LUTHERAN, Northampton. 610-2623365 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cherryville. 610 767-7203 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. MOUNTAIN VIEW WESLEYAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-759-7553 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-3163 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. NORTHAMPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Northampton. 610-2625465 Sun – Worship 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7:30 p.m. QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-2622227 Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Fri. – Mass 6:30/7:30 a.m. 12:10 p.m. (Lent), Sat. – Mass 4 p.m. RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth. 484597-1440 Sun. – Worship/ meeting 9:30 a.m. SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. 610837-7874 Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., Mon.-Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri – Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. SALEM U.C.C., Moorestown. 610-7591652 Sun. – Worship in the Air Conditioned Fellowship Hall 9:30 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sunday of the month in the Church Grove) SALEM UNITED METHODIST, Danielsville. 610-7678003 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL, Nazareth. 610-746-3910 Sun. – Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1061 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m.
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ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-7593090. Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., Sat. – Worship 5:30 p.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Northampton. 610-2628666 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. ST. NICHOLAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, Walnutport. 610-7673107 Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30 a.m., Holy Day – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30 p.m. ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton. 610-2612910. HA Sun. – Summer Worship 9:30 a.m. (with child care) ST. PAUL’S U.C.C. of Indianland, Cherryville. 610-7674572 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. w/child care ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Northampton. 610-8377426 Sun. – Worship at 9 a.m. VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, Northampton. 610-8375894 Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m. WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST, Walnutport. 610-7678939 Sat. – Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. ZION’S STONE U.C.C., Kreidersville. 610-262-1133 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School stopped until September ZION E.L. CHURCH, Northampton. 610-2626636 (N) Sun. – Worship 10 a.m.
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Education Funding, Responsible Spending Highlight 2019-20 budget, Says Hahn
Submitted by SCOTT LITTLE The state House last week moved the General Assembly one step closer to finalizing a spending plan for 2019-20 by passing House Bill 790, the General Appropriations portion of the state budget, by a 140-62 margin, according to state Rep. Marcia Hahn (R-Bushkill Township). The legislation may now be taken up by the state Senate. Hahn, a member of the House Appropriations Committee, issued this statement following passage of the bill: “With today’s vote, a state budget for the upcoming fiscal year is closer to being put into place. Its strengths are the bipartisan support it received in the House and its lack of new taxes and tax increases. Spending was increased responsibly within the rate of inflation, and the amount of money that will be transferred to the Rainy Day Fund will be 3-4 times the existing balance of $75 million (that amount will be determined at the end of the current fiscal year). “The 2019-20 budget also strongly supports education, as each of the school districts I represent (Bethlehem Area, Nazareth Area, Northampton Area and Pen Argyl Area) will receive a more than 3 percent increase. As co-chairman of the Community College Caucus, I’m pleased to see schools like Northampton County Community College also get a boost. In addition, the General Assembly is standing by its commitment to career and technical education with an increase in funding for schools like the Career Institute of Technology. “I’m a member of the House Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee, so it’s gratifying to see us finally treating the agriculture industry with the respect it deserves. I’m pleased that Gov. Tom Wolf ’s proposed cuts to ag programs are being restored and three new line items added as part of a nearly 13 percent increase in total spending. We’ve also increased funding to address the spotted lanternfly, which threatens to do damage to Pennsylvania’s grape, tree-fruit, hardwood, nursery and landscape industries. “This budget keeps Pennsylvania on a path to prosperity. I encourage my Senate colleagues to do likewise in passing it to the governor for his signature.” Questions about this or any state government issue should be directed to Hahn’s district office at 610-746-2100.
Emrick supports Budget that Controls Spending, saves And invests in Education
Submitted by ALISON EVANS Rep. Joe Emrick (R-Nazareth) voted in favor of a $33.9 billion budget that does not raise taxes or borrow for the future. It does make record education funding investments, demonstrating how responsible state budgeting pays off for hard-working Pennsylvanians. The state’s economic growth born by responsible budget practices in the last eight years resulted in an increase to the sales tax collection, which is up 7.6 percent over last year. Personal income tax collections are up 5.3 percent, and the Corporate Net Income Tax is up just shy of 22 percent. Those favorable conditions yielded the opportunity to invest more than $250 million in the state’s Rainy Day Fund, adding to last year’s $22 million investment. “Because of our responsible budgeting practices, the state’s revenues are up, and we added more money to the Rainy Day Fund. This is what happens when government functions like a business in the private sector and financially responsible families all across the Commonwealth. Surpluses are being saved for tougher times, which protect taxpayers from tax increases during an economic downturn,” Emrick said. The budget also makes record investments for school districts, which will be driven out via the new educational funding formula for the benefit of the 137th District. The funding for basic and special education helps to mitigate property tax increases, and our area school districts will receive the following funding increases: Bangor Area: $421,480 Easton Area: $1,576,441 Nazareth Area: $858,270 The budget now advances to the Senate for consideration.
Mako votes in Favor of state Budget
Submitted by TRACY POLOVICK Rep. Zach Mako (R-Lehigh/ Northampton) joined his colleagues in approving a $33.997 billion Fiscal Year 2019-20 state budget last Tuesday. He issued the followed statement in response: “I’m pleased we again are passing an on-time state budget that continues Pennsylvania on the path to prosperity. For the second consecutive year, we are putting money in the Rainy Day Fund in order to be prepared for any future storms. “Since I took office, my col-
leagues and I each year have crafted a budget that is below the rate of inflation. We carry on that tradition with this plan and continue to hold government accountable for every dollar it spends. “Even with the small spending increase, we remain committed to educating our children by once again increasing education funding for all levels from prekindergarten through higher education. Career and technical education, which I have championed and stressed the importance of in order to have students ready to enter the workforce after graduation, will receive a $10 million increase. In addition, we allocated $12 million to give our homecare workers who assist seniors and those with disabilities a 2 percent raise. “I remain committed to look forward to continuing to work to make Pennsylvania a better place to live, work and raise a family.” For more information on the 2019-20 budget, visit www.pahousegop.com.
Seeking Refuge Puts face on Global refugee Struggle in July Exhibition at Nazareth Center For The Arts
Submitted by KATHLEEN COY REYNOLDS Denise Halpin’s stirring exhibition Seeking Refuge features oil and watercolor paintings inspired by photojournalists whose images capture the plight of refugees all over the world. Traveling from New York City, the exhibition will open at the Nazareth Center for the Arts with an opening reception on Sunday, July 7 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Halpin’s works depict refugees traveling by boat, truck, and on foot; across oceans, deserts, cities, and forests. The figures’ expressions—by turns weary, stoic, and determined—recall the photographs on which they are based, but are lent new resonance by Halpin’s painterly style. Halpin studied art in Aix-enProvence, France, and earned a fine arts degree at the School of Visual Arts. She works in design and illustration in New York City, where she formerly taught mathematics and art. Her works appear on permanent exhibit in numerous venues, including Beth Israel Hospital, Columbia
Presbyterian Hospital, and East Side Middle School in New York, as well as the Children’s Home in Easton, Pennsylvania. For more about Halpin and her work, visit www.denisehalpin.com. Seeking Refuge will be on display July 6–26, 2019. NCA gallery hours are Thursday, 6 to 8 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon, or by appointment (610-6140404).
Creative Corner The Campfire
By Charles McIlhaney Jr. There are few things as pacifying as gathered with friends around a campfire, engaged in conversation while rapt in the sedative ambiance of the flames.
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It’s a primordial ritual that dates back to earliest forms of humankind. Archaeological evidence suggests some primitive human types learned to control fire about one million years ago. Along with warmth, protection and food preparation, the campfire also enabled them to conquer cold climates. Yet to me, it seems even more significant that the long night’s fire would have provided a social incubator for those prehumans to form speech, and develop language which eventually allowed them to share inner thoughts and ideas. In other words, the stuff that separates men from apes. It may well be that the whole humanity rests on the shoulders of that first brave individual who dares Continued on page 15
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ESTATE NOTICE Estate of FRANCISCO ARIAS LOPEZ a/k/a FRANCIS LOPEZ, deceased, late of City of Bethlehem, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, Letters of Administration have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the Decedent to make the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to: Administratix: Minerva I. Rivera Perez c/o Joshua D. Shulman, Esquire SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC 1935 Center Street Northampton, PA 18067 (6/27-7/11) PUBLIC NOTICE CHAPMAN BOROUGH COUNCIL CHAPMAN BOROUGH, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA Notice is hereby given that the proposed MS4 Pollution Reduction Plan of Chapman Borough is available for public inspection and review at the Borough Office, 1400 Main Street, Chapman, PA 18014 during regular business hours for 30 days. The Pollution Prevention Plan is a plan required by PADEP to reduce stormwater sedimentation and nutrients that discharge from the Borough into the Monocacy Creek. The Plan outlines proposed stormwater features that the Borough will be required to install to accomplish these reductions in sedimentation and nutrients. A public hearing and comments on the plan by the public will be accepted at the regular Council meeting at 7:00 PM on Monday, August 5, 2019. (6/27 & 7/4) PUBLIC NOTICE The public is hereby notified that the Board of Supervisors of Lehigh Township shall hold a public hearing on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 commencing at 7 p.m. at the Township Municipal Building, 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA 18088 for the purpose of enacting the following Ordinance which is summarized below. Copies of the complete text of the Ordinance are available at Lehigh Township Municipal Building and The Home News and may be examined during regular business hours. AN ORDINANCE OF THE LEHIGH TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AMENDING THE LEHIGH TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE, ORDINANCE NUMBER 2002-1, AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME BY CHANGING THE ZONING HEARING BOARD FROM THREE MEMBERS TO FIVE MEMBERS. The Board will also enter-
tain any other business which comes before it. David M. Backenstoe, Esquire Lehigh Township, Solicitor (6/27 & 7/4) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Bertha M. Remaley, late of the Township of Moore, 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. Cori Lynn Turner and Keith Gerard Turner, Jr. 495 Twin Lane Bath, PA 18014 Executors DANIEL G. SPENGLER, ESQUIRE 110 East Main Street Bath, PA 18014 Attorney for the Estate (7/4-7/18) ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Bath Borough Authority will receive sealed bids for the Broad Street Waterline Replacement Project. Bids will be received online via the PennBid Program by Bath Borough Authority until July 17, 2019, at 3:00 P.M. (prevailing time). Bids will be publicly announced
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to rescue a smoldering ember and nursed it into a cradle of civilization-the campfire. ‘Twas not the one with strongest back, Nor with the largest girth, That primed mankind on sovereign track To rule o’er all the Earth.
Nor the one with sharpest eyes to see, Or with most dexterous hands, That nurtured evolution’s tree To thrive with human brand. ‘Twas the first to tend a glowing bark (Perhaps by providence inspired) Shaped men from apes, aside the dark, Gathered by the fire.
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