Today we will continue to remember the Northampton Sanitary Dairy, which was located on Washington Avenue in Northampton. The dairy was founded by Mr. John Simcoe in 1925. This writer worked for an Allen Township farmer, Mr. William Smith, during my high school years. I can still see the lines of trucks on Washington Avenue waiting to deliver their
milk in heavy steel cans.
The dairy had many loyal “milkmen” who delivered milk to our front doors. My Uncle Lou Pany was one of these drivers, always on time, never missing a customer. Another milkman was Joe Gasper, who served customers for 49 years. That’s a lot of milk!
The milkmen started their days
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Bath Borough fire department Helps kids beat the heat
By HOME NEWS STAFF
On Tuesday, June 25, the Bath Volunteer Fire Department held a Cool Off the Kids Night at Firefighters Park where they helped kids beat the nearing 90-degree heat.
With recent temperatures rising past averages, kids of all ages arrived with their parents in tow for a refreshing evening of wholesome fun as they splashed, laughed, and played in the water.
The highlight of the event was the splash zone, where kids enjoyed running through the spray of fire hoses on top of and near Station 40’s Engine 4013.
To make the day even more special, kids also had the chance to explore and learn about the fire truck, hang out with Mayor
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Allen Township zoners deny DG Market variance
By SAVANNAH BROWN
The Allen Township Zoning Hearing Board met Wednesday, June 26 to hear the request and appeal of appellant/purchaser of property, PVT 1363 LLC, seeking a variance for the size of their proposed Dollar General or DG Market.
The current 1.98-acre tax parcel is located in the neighborhood commercial zoning district west of Cherryville Road and east of Center Road, which is permitted for retail store use.
Under the Allen Township code, the maximum allowed gross floor area of the proposed property is 10,000 square feet.
However, the appellant’s dimensional variance request asked for an additional 640 square feet, making the total gross floor area 10,640 square feet.
The requested increase is the equivalent of one 10-foot by 60foot aisle and would exceed the maximum allowed gross floor area by 6%.
Representing the appellant,
Benjamin Syput testified that 10,640 square feet is the minimum square footage required for a DG Market, whereas regular Dollar General stores require a
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at 3:00 a.m. At one time they worked seven days a week. Mr. Gasper’s starting wage was $35.00 a week, with no over time! There were snowstorms, and heavy rain, but through persistence, the milk was delivered.
My neighbor, Florence Jurasits, has a brother named Joe, who worked on a dairy truck during the summer, helping to deliver the milk when he was just 10 years of age.Florence recalled, “Joe was paid 25 cents, 50 cents if he was lucky.”
When you were given 50 cents it was like heaven. Joe would work from 3:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. He would later serve in the U.S. Air Force.
Florence also said, “We resided a short distance from the dairy, it was a neighborhood institution. We would walk there for milk, sour cream, and a real treat was
their chocolate milk. Mr. Simmons was the dairy manager who lived in our neighborhood always served us with a smile.”
Recently, I received a letter from Cindy Beck Deppe. Cindy was a former fine student of this writer at Northampton High School. The name may be familiar to some of our readers; Cindy’s family owns a Lehigh Valley landmark, Becky’s Drive-In Theater.
Cindy remembers when Mr. Gasper delivered milk and orange drink to the drive-in during the 1950s and 1960s.
Cindy writes, “Joe was kind, friendly and caring to everyone he knew. We always looked forward to seeing him deliver milk to us. He became a great friend to our parents. He visited my mother during her last years.”
“Joe narrated the movie my father had taken of the Northampton Sanitary dairy in 1950, which was transferred to DVD. When the dairy closed, he became a distributor for Freeman’s Dairy in
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Mr. Clinton Simmons was the manager of the Northampton Sanitary Dairy for many years. Starting as a bookkeeper, he learned the entire operation of the dairy. He worked long weeks at the dairy. On Saturday, he would deliver milk, fruit punch, orangeade, grape drinks, pineapple drinks and chocolate milk to families, churches and company picnics throughout the area.
Mr. Simmons managed the dairy after the passing of Mr. Simcoe until it sadly closed in 1961.
In 1961, this writer was teaching, but still helping on the William Smith farm in Weaversville, Allen Township.
What was the fate of all the farmers who had their milk delivered to the Northampton Sanitary Dairy since 1925?
I attended a meeting with Mr. Smith and a group of hardworking farmers, all good men. I remember a few names: Musselman, Young, Cesanek, Fogel, Trinkle, Flory and many others. Would they have the resources to continue the operation?
Unfortunately, the endeavor failed for these local farmers.
Mr. Simmons, the last dairy manager, did everything possible to save the dairy. Many farmers became members of the Lehigh Valley Cooperative Farmers. This group constructed a beautiful dairy. Mr. Simmons was hired to work in the office. Many farmers joined the Cooperative, but the
small farmers sold their cows and continued to farm. There were many empty barns. As many of our readers know, the Lehigh Valley Dairy was sold, and dairy operations ceased. The destruction ball has demolished the once prosperous dairy opera-
tion and now will be just a faded memory.
In a few weeks I hope to visit Cindy Beck Deppe at Becky’s Drive-In to look back at the history of a local landmark.
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minimum of 9,000 square feet. Syput also expressed that their
earlier application for a larger building and loading dock was rescinded and revised to try to adhere more closely to the maximum dimensions outlined in the township code, while also meeting the minimum requirements
for the retail store to serve their goods and merchandise.
Syput stated that the additional 640 square feet would be the minimum variance that would afford relief, and that the proposed DG Market would not
alter the integrity of or impair the existing residential neighborhood surrounding the property.
Chairman Harold D. Dashuta revealed that even if the ZHB denies the variance, the applicant could forgo the need for a variance if they comply with the maximum 10,000 square feet permitted because the land is zoned for retail.
During public testimony, resident Natasha Christy, who lives in the neighborhood where the DG Market is being proposed, shared that she hopes the applicant will reconsider building a DG Market in that area because she believes it will change the integrity of the neighborhood due to Dollar General and DG Market attracting theft and individuals from lower socio-economic statuses.
“There are better options out there,” said Christy.
Solicitor Daniel Spengler noted that the applicant will still need to go before the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors, and advised the public that the reason for the hearing was simply to consider the di-
mensional variance.
Christy then added that the size increase would negatively impact the neighborhood because of how close the building would be to neighboring properties.
Christy’s husband, Scott, opined that approving the variance would set a precedence for other applicants who will think they can do the same.
Another resident claimed that the proposed DG Market will negatively affect the neighboring properties facing the back of the market due to the debris that will accumulate and blow onto surrounding properties. The resident also expressed apprehension over their belief that a DG Market may reduce property value in that neighborhood.
Next, Timothy Tepes, who is acting as the executor in the sale of the property that his father owns due to his father’s recent health issues, provided some clarifications for audience members regarding several of their concerns.
Tepes testified that he personally ensured that PVT 1363 LLC agreed to several requests he made regarding the following: a large buffer along Center Road to shield neighboring residents from the building; all siding and landscaping would need to be uniform around the entirety of the property; all lights on the building must be downlights with no light pollution; no dumpster or garbage disposal permittance; and no visibility of loading docks for neighboring residents before agreeing to sell the property.
As it stands, although PVT 1363 LLC approached Tepes to purchase the property, it is still on the market due to PVT 1363 LLC waiting for township approval to build the proposed DG Market.
If they do not agree to comply, they can withdraw their application to purchase the property, which would allow other com-
15th Annual Great Bath Duck Race- Saturday, July 27 at 1 p.m. at Monocacy Creek Park, in Bath with a rain date on Sunday, July 28. Atlas Cement Company Memorial Museum- Open second and fourth Sundays of the month from 1 to 3 p.m. through September 28 at 1401 Laubach Ave., Northampton.
Bath Area Food Bank- Distributes food on the second Tuesday of each month, starting around 9:30 a.m. on lower level of St. John's Lutheran Church in Bath, 206 E. Main St. Please do not arrive prior to 9:30 a.m. due to safety reasons.
Bath Museum- Open the third Saturday of the month from Jan.-Nov. and first Saturday in Dec., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 121 S. Walnut St., Bath. Volunteers needed, call 484-284-0313.
Borough of Bath Community-Wide Yard Sale- Saturday, September 7 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Yard sale permit fees waived this date only. Community Dinner at The Table- First and third Tuesdays of the month at 5:30 p.m. at 1769 Newport Ave., Northampton. All are welcome.
Dementia Support Group- Held the third Thursday of every month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., 2801 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem. Designed for families and caregivers of dementia patients.
East Allen Township Historical Society- Meets the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. East Allen Township Open Space and Farmland Preservation Committee- Meets the third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. New committee members welcome.
Gov. Wolf Hist. Society- Tours of historic buildings, grounds and new museum on the third Saturday from Apr. through Nov. from 1 to 3 p.m. at 6600 Jacksonville Rd., Bath.
Helping Homeless Vets- Weave mats for homeless vets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. Prepping for weaving every first and third Wednesday of the month from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Mountain View Wesleyan Church, 1001 Deemer Rd., Bath. Call 610-837-1190 FMI. Leave message. Horner's Cemetery Historical Society- Tours to celebrate the 296th anniversary founding of the Craig Scotch-Irish Settlement. Meet the residents who helped shape local, county and national history. By appointment only, always free, donations welcomed. Call Peggy at 610-984-4532.
Martin on Main- Saturday, July 27 from noon to 7 p.m. in the Nazareth Center Circle to Walnut Street.
Moore Twp. Assoc. for Families in Need- Meets second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church, 2715 Mountain View Dr., Bath.
Moore Twp. Community Days Music Night- Night concert featuring South Penn Dixie on Saturday, July 13 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Rec. Center. Bring your own chairs, blankets and tents. Pets are welcome, but no coolers or outside food or beverages permitted. Nazareth Farmers Market- Saturdays through October from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Circle.
Nazareth Kazoo Parade- Thursday, July 4 at 10 a.m.; begins at the high school, proceeds down Center Street, around the Circle and down to Council Chambers.
Northampton Area Food Bank- Food distribution first three Thursdays of each month from 5 to 7 p.m. and second and third Saturdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m., 1601 Canal St.
Northampton Borough Crime Watch Meeting- Typically held the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Northampton Borough Fire Dept.
Northampton Farmers Market- Tuesdays through Sept. 24 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Northampton Municipal Park.
Older & Wiser Seminar for Seniors- Hosted by Pa. State Rep. Ann Flood at the Forks Twp. Community Center Thursday, July 11 from 1 to 3 p.m., 500 Zucksville Rd., Easton. Topics include living wills, power of attorney, last will & testament, guardianship and more. Lighht refreshments served.
Pizza in the Park with Police- Sunday, July 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Moore Twp. Rec. Center, hosted by Moore Twp. PD. Enjoy lunch, meet some officers, Touch a Truck and more. RSVPs requested, contact 610-759-5077 ext. 229.
Siegfried Railroad Station Museum- Open the third Sunday of each month through October from 1 to 4 p.m., West 21st Street (Route 329) in Northampton.
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panies to propose other developments.
Tepes, who also lives in the area, expressed his belief that the proposed DG Market was the best out of the nine propositions he had from prospective buyers— considering one of those entities wished to place a 10,000-squarefoot facility to build a “meth lab” that would be purposed to ween individuals off methamphetamine for rehabilitation.
“My door is always open if people have questions,” Tepes added.
However, other residents questioned the likelihood of PVT 1363 LLC complying with Tepes’ conditions once the property is purchased.
Before the board made their decision, board member Anthony Czonstka provided a statement that he did not believe the applicant presented sufficient proof that the maximum 10,000-square-foot requirement
creates a hardship for the proposed DG Market because even if the board denies the variance, PVT 1363 LLC would still be permitted to build the Dollar General or DG Market if it is within the maximum 10,000 square feet.
Finally, a motion was made to grant the 640 square feet variance, but with board members Czonstka and Stephen Keller voting to deny the request and Dashuta being the only vote in favor of granting the variance, the appeal was denied.
Upon the board’s majority decision to deny the variance request,
the applicant has the option to revise their proposed dimensions, file another appeal to be heard by all four board members since Vice Chairman Paul Mauser was absent or rescind their development plan and decision to purchase the property from Tepes. In other news, there is a vacant seat on the Zoning Hearing Board, and residents who are interested in filling the seat may submit an application to the township. Applications can be found on the township’s website under allentownship.org/serve.
Columba E. Dalcin
Columba E. DalCin, 93, formerly of Bath, peacefully passed away on Thursday evening, June 27, 2024, at Sacred Heart Senior Living by the Creek in Northampton. She was the wife of the late Frank DalCin, with whom she shared 64 loving years of marriage prior to his passing in 2016.
Born in Bath, Columba was the daughter of the late Pasquale and Lucy (Nardella) Daniele. Throughout the years, Columba was not only a devoted and proud wife, mother and grandmother, but she also faithfully assisted her husband, serving as a bookkeeper for his tile business and later for his beer distributorship. She was a talented baker and seamstress and well known for her incredibly tasty kiffles. Her talents extended far beyond baking and sewing, as she may be best known as a caretaker and consoler to her family and dear friends, whom
she so cherished. She was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish in Bath.
Survivors: Columba will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by her four sons, Frank DalCin and wife, Marilyn, of Vero Beach, Florida, Michael DalCin and wife, Dolores, of Moore Township, Daniel DalCin and wife, Doris, of Northampton and David DalCin and wife, Cindy, of Hamburg, PA; six grandchildren, Michael Jr., Beth, Laurie, Becky, Jennifer and Darius; four great-grandchildren, Raianne, Justin, Claire and Carter; along with nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, Frank, she was predeceased by two brothers, Anthony F. Daniele, Sr. and Dominic L. Daniele.
Services: Mrs. DalCin’s viewing, funeral service, and interment at Sacred Heart Parish Cemetery in Bath will be held privately with her family. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the George G. Bensing Funeral Home LLC, in the Village of Moorestown, located in Bath, Pa.
Contributions: In lieu of flow-
ers, memorial contributions may be offered to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105.
William John Santo
William (Bill) John Santo, a cherished and dedicated husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 28 while receiving care at the Lorien, Bel Air Senior Care Assisted Living facility where he resided since late 2023.
Born on January 28, 1931 in Bath, Pa., he was the son of the late William L. Santo and Teresa A. (Solderitch) Santo. Bill Santo’s life was a testament to his unwavering love and dedication to his wife, family, faith, passion for his work, strong work ethic, travel and his love for life’s simple pleasures.
Bill graduated from Northampton High School in 1949 and attended almost every high school class reunion until the last few cherishing his high school friendships.
He furthered his education at Lafayette College and achieved his Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering in 1953 as a member of the Tau Beta Pi Fraternity. He was the first in his family to earn a college degree. This accomplishment was the first of many in his distinguished career, which brought him immense pride.
Upon graduation, Bill spent the next 15 years working at Alcoa, 10 of which were in Detroit, Mich. and 5 in Cleveland, Ohio.
In 1965, he joined Danko Arlington Inc. as the foundry superintendent and moved to Lutherville, Md. where he spent the next 16 years.
In a recent article published about a visit he made to the foundry in 2021, it addressed the challenges he faced while there, including high inflation, the oil
crisis and local civil rights uprisings. It also described the new opportunities he was able to acquire that were used in the Cold and Vietnam wars.
In 1981, he began his last leg of his career at the Foundry Services Supply until he retired in 2001. Bill was an active member of the American Foundrymen’s Society from 1981-2001.
On September 26, 1953, he married his beloved wife Dolores Regina (Gunther) Santo. They would be celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary this year.
Together, with their four children, they became members of the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Towson, Md. in 1965. That same year, Bill became a member of the Knights of Columbus, Father O’Neill Council No. 4011. Bill is a past grand knight, a former district deputy, a past faithful navigator and a member of the Fourth Degree.
The Father O’Neill Council members became extended family to both Bill and his wife Dolores. Bill was especially passionate about the council’s bike program where he helped collect, repair and distribute bicycles.
Bill was an avid golfer and loved to travel with his wife and friends. He also had a love for baseball, which began when he played as a young boy. In the late 1960s, he was actively involved in the Lutherville Timonium Reccouncil and coached youth baseball for many years. The Baltimore Orioles were near and dear to his heart. He enjoyed watching them play any chance he had.
He is predeceased by his beloved wife Dolores, who passed away on June 18, 2022. He is survived by his son William J. Santo, brother Donald Santo and sister Patricia (Santo) Diechman. He was a loving father to his children: Robyn Marie Avara and her husband Michael, Michael Stephen Santo, Judith Ann Sokolowski and her husband John. A proud Pop-pop to his eight grandchildren: Joshua, Jacob, Michele, Jeffrey, Reese, Jaclyn, Dale and Kendall. A wonderful uncle to Lisa,
Rick, Megan and Ashley. A caring great-grandfather to his six greatgrandchildren. He will be deeply missed by his entire family. The family will receive friends at the Lemmon Funeral Home of Dulaney Valley Inc., 10 W. Padonia Rd. (at York Road), Timonium, Md. 21093 on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, from 5 to 8 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, 200 Ware Ave., Towson, Md. 21204 on Wednesday, July 3 at 10 a.m. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, Fullerton, Md.
The peace In seeking Wholeness
By DR. GLENN CLEARIE, DC
What in the world could I even begin to mean by this week’s title?
Well, for starters, my bet is that what really caught your eye was the word “peace.” Am I right? Who doesn’t want peace? When you combine peace with whatever wholeness means to you, then at the very least, it feels like something worth seeking. Doesn’t it? It sure does for me. How many of us want to have wholeness of body, mind, spirit and a sprinkle of peace atop?
Well, you’re more than likely going to have to have an impassioned desire to make it so. However, what I find is that there is much pain and discontent that precedes it all, which comes with the oddity of being human. When I look around the external world that is fraught with volatility, chaos and debauchery, I could easily be left with a down-
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Nazareth- Open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 15 S. Wood St., Nazareth. FMI call 610-759-8255.
Northampton- Open Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 902 Lincoln Ave., Northampton. FMI call 610-2624977.
Allen Township Supervisors review plan For single-family homes Along Savage Road
By KERI LINDENMUTH
During their June 25 meeting, the Allen Township Board of Supervisors reviewed the sketch plan for Willow Ridge Estates, a proposed single-family home development.
The development, by Jaindl Land Company, will feature eight single-family homes along Savage Road. The Shoppes at Willow Ridge were previously
proposed for the site; however, representatives from Jaindl say that the commercial property will be hard to market.
The new proposal features eight single-family homes with garages on one-acre lots, abutting a flood plain to the rear. Garages will feature side entries with hammerhead driveways.
In the township, vehicles are not permitted to back out
of residential driveways onto collective streets, like Savage Road. Therefore, hammerhead driveways will give drivers space to turn around and exit onto Savage Road head-on.
Supervisor Gary Behler requested that the driveways be at least 25 feet wide to fit two vehicles.
Supervisor Dale Hassler said the driveways should fit at least two cars, ideally more.
“If you have children…you have three, four [cars],” Hassler said.
Moreover, Hassler worries drivers will back out onto the road if they don’t have enough
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space, causing dangerous conditions.
Solicitor B. Lincoln Treadwell said developers should have a record of covenants to define the use of the driveway and hold homeowners accountable. The record will also forbid property owners from constructing sheds or other structures in the flood plains.
Finally, developers also showed supervisors proposed sidewalk plans, which included the installation of sidewalks along the frontage of Savage Road. Homeowners will be responsible for their maintenance.
In addition, developers also plan to install a bituminous asphalt sidewalk from Savage Road to Walker Drive, along
Willowbrook Road, to help connect pedestrians to the nearby walking trail.
Jaindl will review supervisors’ comments and adjust the sketch plan to include wider driveways and extra fire hydrants.
In other news, Township Manager Ilene Eckhart told supervisors that upcoming road work will impact West 32nd Street. Developers of the High Meadow Subdivision plan to install utilities and extend the waterline later this year.
The township previously had plans to repair this road, but will wait until these improvements are complete, which is estimated to be in October or November.
The township will likely start its repairs in spring 2025.
The next Allen Township Board of Supervisors meeting will be on July 9, at 6 p.m. in their municipal building, located at 4714 Indian Trail Rd.
Natural Perspectives
trodden state of being.
Candidly and a long time ago, this may have been the case when I made the decision to have no part of that. If the world is going sideways, it truly is none of my business. I am simply determined to be a force for good in my little slice of it all—come what may.
This stance alone brought joy back to me.
This world is clearly not at peace, nor whole and perhaps never has been, nor ever will be.
This doesn’t mean that I cannot be so when much, if not all, is fragmented.
But I am not going along for the ride. Anytime you and I want to feel awful about the situation around us, know it will always be freely available.
Far more debilitating is the lack of peace and the fragmentation of the inner person residing within our minds. If you feel this may describe you, please know that it doesn’t need to be this way.
Now before we go further, if you, in fact, feel fragmented and have no peace, then know that I clearly do not have the answers you may be seeking. However, I know from experience that when the pain and suffering you’re going through becomes too great, you will be forced to move from the perceived safety of your foxhole.
Then, and only then, does the strenuous journey towards wholeness truly begin.
That moment, that breaking point, when you have had enough and can’t stand it anymore, can be both an end and beginning for you. It can be the end of frustration, anxiety and depression and the beginning of a renewed life ahead if you allow it to.
Just know that it won’t come easy. But who cares? Go for it
anyway!
That’s the stuff better lives are made from.
Right now, you may think that if you could solve this one thing, this major dark cloud hanging
over you, that everything else will fall in line. But let’s be real here— it won’t.
We all know the next thing is waiting in the wings to steal your
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Can you believe it's July already? Neither can we! However, there's still plenty
of time to join the Adventure at NAPL, including activities, events and the reading challenge. Earn those NAPL Bucks to spend on some fab -
ulous prizes this summer.
Looking for some time to spend together as a family? We've got a new solution for you: Family Storytime has
This summer we will be
every other week on Mondays at 4 p.m. and on Saturdays at 2 p.m. Both biweekly sessions will contain the same content, so choose whichever day and time works best for you and your family. July's sessions are as follows: Monday, July 8 or Saturday, July 13 and Monday, July 22 or Saturday, July 27.
If you'd like to get a head start on family reading time, check out our collection on the BookSmart app by scanning the QR code at the bottom of this article on page 11 with your smart device or at https://booksmart.world/ northamptonarea. It's free!
Another fun way to spend time reading with your family is our Summer StoryWalk® at Moore Recreation Center.
June's featured title is "Little Owl's Day" by Divya Srinivasan.
As you walk through this book together, you'll join Little Owl as he experiences a bunch of firsts before meeting up with his friend Bear to show each other their favorite things. "Little Owl's Day" begins at the back of the Pavilion and follows the trail up to the playground just off English Rd. The map will help!
Have we mentioned lately how amazing our volunteers are? They're so splendid that we are now able to offer Tech Tutoring twice a week.
If you're trying to learn a new social media app., if you've recently gotten a new device, or if you simply want
to brush up on your spreadsheets in Excel, Dylan and Marty are your guys!
Dylan is available Mondays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Marty is available Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Register at the help desk, on our website (northamptonaplorg) or call 610-2627537 to secure your preferred date and time.
Speaking of amazing people, the board, staff and friends of NAPL would like to express our enormous gratitude to all of the patrons and community members who have donated to our Annual Drive this year.
As of June 21st, you have raised $17,199.72!
Your generosity is unmatched, and we sincerely appreciate each and every one of you and the ways you take care of us year after year through the annual drive, the online auction, basket social and the myriads of other ways you offer your support. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you very much. (Save the dates: the online auction will be Sunday, September 29 through Saturday, October 5, and the Basket Social will be on Friday, October 11).
Natural Perspectives
joy, to crush and hinder you. May I suggest you sit and ruminate on this discussion thus far?
Make a decision to seek wholeness. And when the inevitable turbulence hits, move forward with a measure of peace in your heart. It will make all the difference. Dare I say, it may even make all the difference in the world.
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.
For more family-oriented and age-appropriate activities and events, please visit our website at https:// northamptonapl.org, or see any of our social media accounts: northamptonapl on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
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The Northampton AARP Chapter 3915 will meet on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at the Northampton Banquet and Events Center, 1601 Laubach Ave. Northampton PA 18067. Doors will open at 11:00 a.m. We will meet in the Atlas Room. All members are
cordially invited to attend. We welcome any new members or visitors to attend or join. Our trip table will be open for anyone wishing to join us on any of our adventurous trips. Please contact Lou Della Greenidge at 610-837-8412 or 610-5542643, or Robin Meixsell at 610-837-8773.
Nazareth man learns of Significant cancer risk Through St. Luke’s DNA Answers community health Research study
Submitted by SAMUEL KENNEDY
Though only age 38, Nick Lumi recently underwent a colonoscopy to search for the presence of polyps or evidence of cancer.
Lumi, of Nazareth, doesn’t have any symptoms of colon cancer, nor a family history of it, yet he underwent the colonoscopy because a special blood test, offered at no cost via a St. Luke’s community health research study
called DNA Answers.
The test found he carries a gene variant, or mutation, in one of the genes associated with Lynch syndrome.
Lynch syndrome is an inherited condition in which there is an increased risk for developing different types of cancer, most notably colorectal cancer.
According to Eduardo VilarSanchez in “Lynch syndrome: 10
St. Luke’s University Health Network Physician Assistant, Nick Lumi, turns making dinner into a family affair with his wife, Sarah, along with their two children Anna, 8, and Nathan, 10, at their Nazareth home.
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things to know about this genetic condition,” the lifetime risk of developing colorectal cancer in the general population is about 5%, but with this syndrome it jumps to 40% - 60% for women and 60% - 80% for men, with cancer often presenting in people less than 50 years old.
In December, St. Luke’s launched the community health research study, DNA Answers, in partnership with Helix Inc., a California-based leader in population genomics.
One of the goals of this joint initiative is to offer, at no cost to the participants, the opportunity to participate in research and have access to the latest screening techniques that support what is commonly referred to as “precision medicine.”
“Through insights gleaned from patients’ unique genetic make-up, precision medicine enables ‘individually tailored’ health care from early disease diagnosis to individualized treatment,” said St. Luke’s Senior Vice President of Clinical Integration, Dr. Aldo Carmona.
DNA Answers’ Principal Investigator, Chairman of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine and Medical Director for Precision Medicine at St. Luke’s, Dr. Christopher Chapman noted, “DNA Answers initially aims to enroll 100,000 participants over four years. The individuals who participate in the research study will be provided, at no cost, with important health information about their potential risks for serious health conditions such as certain types of cardiovascular disease and different types of cancer, thereby allowing them to make proactive decisions in conjunction with their healthcare providers to potentially delay or even prevent these conditions from occurring later in life.”
“At first, having the test was a novelty to me, to learn if I have a predisposition to liking the taste of cilantro or to learn more about the geographic location of my ancestry,” said Lumi.
Any research participant has the opportunity to register an account with Helix to access that additional information.
In terms of learning that he carries a gene variant associated with Lynch syndrome, Lumi recounted, “it was a surprise to me, and I’m glad I took the blood test, because now I can do something to try to prevent the cancer from developing or have it treated more precisely if I’m found to have it.”
Within two days of receiving his test results, Lumi had an initial counseling session with Monica Dillon, a member of St. Luke’s certified genetic counseling team.
Shortly thereafter, his colonoscopy was performed by GI specialist Dr. Robert Malcolm, of St. Luke’s Gastroenterology at St. Luke’s Monroe Campus.
“Both Monica and Dr. Malcolm were fantastic—truly! They were concise, informative
the hopes that potential future illness could be either prevented or closely monitored by the discovery of genetic markers.
and thorough. Dr. Malcolm explained that Lynch syndrome cancers may develop quickly from benign polyps to precancerous polyps to invasive cancer, so I will have a colonoscopy yearly for the next several years at least, before spreading them out, as well as upper endoscopy every two years,” Lumi explained.
“I cannot say enough about how well Dr. Malcolm explained and addressed my concerns; it gave me a great sense of confidence with what our management plan was for moving forward,” added Lumi.
“I have to say, with getting these results back, I became anxious. No doubt. But because the
study is set up with a great workflow and support for participants with positive findings, my anxiety was relieved by how quickly I was contacted by the genetic counselors and how quickly an action plan was put into place. Additionally, although this diagnosis was a surprise for me, having the knowledge and information surrounding this diagnosis empowers me to have my children screened at the appropriate time. As a parent, this knowledge is invaluable,” Lumi shared. To learn more about St. Luke’s community research study, DNA Answers, visit www.DNAanswers.org.
Nick Lumi recently participated in St. Luke’s DNA Answers program and is encouraging others to do the same in
Lehigh Township to honor hometown heroes
By LAURA KLOTZ
The Lehigh Township Board of supervisors opened their meeting on Tuesday, June 25 by reviewing a few outstanding matters including the following: Bids for the fuel station at the maintenance building have been coming in, and one will be awarded at the next meeting; in response to a question from the audience, water testing was
EventFULL Living
The People of the Northeastern Woodlands
How did the arrival of the Europeans impact the peoples of the Northeastern woodlands? This presentation by the Museum of Indian Culture outlines the culture of the people of our area, the Lenape, before and after the arrival of the European colonists. Living in our area for a minimum of 15,000 years (they say they've been here since the beginning), the Lenape took advantage of the natural resources and seasonal changes to build their society. They developed unique styles in housing, clothing, cuisine, and social structure. With the advent of the Fur Trade, new products became available and the relationships among neighboring tribes and the natural world changed. The story of these changes is told through the use of hands-on examples of food, clothing, tools, furs, and trade goods.
Tuesday, July 16th | 10:30 AM
performed at all of the township’s parks, and most of them had normal test results; and the park in Danielsville was discovered to have a relatively high bacteria count, and steps are being taken to counteract this.
The board welcomed Jeff Wagner, commander of the American Legion Post 899. The American Legion sought the board’s approval to arrange for Hometown Heroes banners—similar to those seen in neighboring municipalities—to be displayed on streetlights throughout the township.
The families of servicemen and women would sponsor each banner.
The American Legion has applied for approval from PPL to put banners on the light posts, which will take between 30 and 90 days to receive approval or denial. However, approval is expected to be granted.
Wagner stated that he will have the order forms printed in the Blue Mountain Town and Country Gazette and hopes to have the banners ready by Veterans Day in November.
Per PPL guidelines, the banners will be posted 14 feet above the ground.
Residents who sponsor banners may request a specific street address and pole where they want their banner displayed if they so choose and must provide the American Legion with a photograph of their service member, in uniform if possible.
In terms of when the banners will be displayed, Board President Michael Jones said that Frank Zamadics and his public works crew would need to work on this project as time permits between their other duties. For this reason, residents should not anticipate immediate results.
Board member Cynthia Miller inquired as to whether the specific address requests will be granted on a first-come, first-serve basis, which Wagner confirmed.
The board agreed to grant the American Legion’s request for approval and encouraged interested residents to get a copy of the next issue of the Blue Mountain Town and Country Gazette to read all of the details.
In other news, Township Manager Alice Rehrig informed the board that the township can file an insurance claim in regard to the traffic controller, which had to be replaced in recent months. By doing so, everything except the deductible will be refunded.
Township Solicitor David Backenstoe reported
that he was contacted by the Lehigh Township Municipal Authority pertaining to a loan they had received in 2014 that was guaranteed by the township.
explained that the loan was for the water entity. The board, representing the township, has to guarantee the loan because the municipal authority is nontaxable.
The new loan will be extended for 15 years and there will be no penalty levied against the township for the missed payment because the bank is taking responsibility for their share of the error.
Details of the new loan will be provided to the board once they are known.
Philip Gogel, a member of the Municipal Authority, assured the board that the authority has enough revenue coming in to manage the payments of the new loan.
It was acknowledged that both the bank and the Municipal Authority are at fault for the situation concerning the balloon payment. However, the Municipal Authority was not notified that the balloon payment was due until after the most recent Board of Supervisors meeting.
The Municipal Authority meets on the first Thursday of each month, and residents are welcome to attend.
It was also noted that there are currently eight customers who owe a combined $200,000 to the township for water services, and the authority is looking to take action against these offenders.
Resident Katherine Mack brought it to the board’s attention that the Municipal Authority has not been keeping the township website updated with regard to their meeting agendas and minutes.
Mack stated she spoke with the manager of the Municipal Authority about it since she noticed it had not been updated since March.
The website has since been brought up to date, but Mack expressed concern because it must be kept current in accordance with the Sunshine Act.
The loan’s 10-year term had been concluded, but the authority was unable to make the final “balloon payment;” the board was asked to guarantee a refinancing of the existing loan.
Backenstoe explained that due to mergers and consolidations, the loan was taken out “three banks ago,” and was originally arranged through Susquehanna Bank, but then purchased by BB&T, which has since become Truist Financial Corporation.
Due to these multiple changes, the representative at Truist Bank was unfamiliar with the situation, and therefore, did not contact the authority about the balloon payment being due.
The authority’s counsel will prepare the paperwork for Backenstoe to review. Only then will the board need to take action, but Backenstoe presented the matter because he wanted the board to be aware of the situation in the meantime.
In response to several questions about the payment, it was
The board wished everyone a happy Fourth of July, then adjourned for an executive session to discuss personnel matters.
The next meeting of the Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9 in the municipal building at 1069 Municipal Rd., Walnutport.
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EVENING OFFICE CLEANER
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TEACHER/HELPER WANTED Little Moore Preschool is seeking a teacher/helper for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. If interested, please call 610-837-3841 for more information.
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HIRING DRIVERS
A&A Limo is hiring drivers. Flexible schedule, clean driving record, clean, professional appearance is a must. General knowledge of surrounding areas. Great extra money. Apply within at 2148 Howertown Rd., Northampton. Call 610-2613838 with questions. (7/25)
SECRETARY HELP WANTED
We are seeking a part time church secretary at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Nazareth. Administrative experience necessary and familiarity with a church environment preferred. The position is approximately 25 hours per week. The ideal candidate must be well organized, able to prioritize, use discretion with sensitive or confidential information and manage multiple assignments simultaneously. Candidate should have strong interpersonal skills, know when to take appropriate initiative and the ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently. Critical skills include strong Windows-based skills, competency with Microsoft Office and the updating of social media feeds. Finally, the ideal candidate should have strong writing and typing skills, demonstrate good judgment and pay close attention to detail. Please send resume and letter of interest to Rich Siegfried at richsiegfried41@gmail.com.
(7/25)
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MOORE TWP. COMMUNITY DAYS VENDORS
Annual Community Days August 16 and 17: We are in need of crafter and retail venders and food trucks. Any interested parties, please contact Lois Kerbacher at Moore Township 610-759-9449 Ext. 5, or 610-704-5629, or Lkerbacher@ Mooretownship.org. (7/4)
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The Home News is seeking photos for the July photo of the month contest. The theme is “Doors.” Email photos that feature impressive/unique doors to cstroh@homenewspa.com along with your name, description of photo, date and location taken. Deadline is Monday, July 22. The winner will be featured in the July 25 issue of The Home News. (7/18)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Lucy T. Smarz, Deceased, late of Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same, and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payments without delay to:
Carolyn A. Relyea ℅ John E. Kotsatos, Esquire, 717 Washington St. Easton, PA 18042. (6/20-7/4)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of PAULINE E. LEINDECKER, deceased, late of the Township of Lehigh, 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: Robert Samuel Berger AND Gerald C. Berger
℅ David B. Shulman, Esquire
SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC 419 Delaware Ave. P.O. Box 157 Palmerton, PA 18071 (6/20-7/4)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of MARYANN FEKETE, late of the Borough of Northampton, County of Northampton, Pennsylvania. Letters Administration have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same, and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payable without delay to:
Pamela L. Ott-Knappenberger 5540 Roberts Rd. Schecksville, PA 18078-2721 (6/27-7/11)
The Northampton Borough Planning Commission will hold its public meeting on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, starting at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, to review the following:
1. YRC Real Estate LLC, 3641 Landings Dr., Excelsior, MN 55331, for the property located at 637 Washington Ave., Northampton, Pennsylvania 18067. This property is identified as Tax Map Parcel Number M4NW3B-16-5 and is located in an R-2 Residential District.
This plan is presented for preliminary and final plan review. YRC Real Estate LLC would like to subdivide this parcel and construct a two-story building with two- three-bedroom apartments. Plan approval will be contingent upon relief from the Zoning Hearing Board. This is a continuation of the meeting held in May 2024.
All interested parties are invited to attend. A representative or the applicant must attend.
LeRoy Brobst Borough Manager
(6/27 & 7/4)
NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING JULY 11,
2024
The Northampton Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold its public meeting on Thursday, July 11, 2024, in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Ave., Northampton, Pennsylvania, at 7:00 p.m. to review the following appeals:
1. William K. Haltenhoff & Michael A. Datesman, 101 Boro Vu Dr., Northampton, Pennsylvania, for the property located at 101 Boro Vu Dr., Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is
located on Tax Parcel No. L4NW4A-12-1 and is located in an R-2 Residential Zoning District. William K. Haltenhoff and Michael A. Datesman would like to erect fencing consisting of 54 inches high aluminum fence to enclose a portion of their rear yard. 62 feet of the aluminum fence is to be only five feet from the curb line along Green Street.
They are 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.
Jerry Serensits Zoning Officer (6/27 & 7/4)
ESTATE NOTICE
HOWARD, MARY S. a/k/a
MARY SCOTT HOWARD, dec’d. Late of Lower Macungie Township, Lehigh County, PA
Executrix: Julie H. Berger, ℅ Joshua T. Knafo, Esquire, KNAFO LAW OFFICES LLC, 2400 Schoenersville Rd., Bethlehem, PA 18017
Attorney: Joshua T. Knafo, Esquire, KNAFO LAW OFFICES LLC, 2400 Schoenersville Rd., Bethlehem, PA 18017 (6/27-7/11)
PUBLIC NOTICE NAZARETH BOROUGH MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY
Public notice is hereby given that Nazareth Borough Municipal Authority in Nazareth Borough, Northampton County, is proposing to construct sewers to serve 64 properties within the Georgetown Manor and Christian Springs Acres subdivision, located in Lower Nazareth Township, that are not currently
connected to public sewers. Lower Nazareth Township has adopted an Act 537 Plan amendment for providing public sewer service to those properties that are currently served by on-lot septic systems.
A Uniform Environmental Review was completed for this project as part of the Act 537 Component 3M Planning Module. All sewer pipes will be constructed within existing paved roads, and homes proposed to be served are presently existing homes on lot sizes too small to allow a replacement subsurface disposal area.
A draft of the proposed engineering design drawings as well as a copy of the Uniform Environmental Review can be reviewed at the Nazareth Borough Municipal Authority office at PO Box A, 872 Tatamy Rd., Nazareth, PA, 18064, during normal business hours 8 a.m. to 4p.m. Monday through Friday. The Authority is proposing to utilize funding from Pennsylvania’s Clean Water State Revolving Fund (PENNVEST) to fund the project. This funding will be in the form of a low-interest loan, which the Authority will repay to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The newspaper advertisement is meant to permit the public to comment on the use of those funds for this project in compliance with Pennsylvania’s EPA-approved State Environmental Review Process (SERP).
Written comments from the public regarding the use of public funding will be received by Nazareth Borough Municipal Authority at the above address for 30 calendar days following the date of publication of the notice. Comments should be submitted to the attention of Mr. Dean Minnich, Plant Manager. Werner Fornos, Jr., Chairman Nazareth Borough Municipal Authority (7/4)
Church Directory
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The Home News Church Directory is an alphabetical listing of community churches and synagogues. If you would like to make a change to your listing below, please email it to: cstroh@ homenewspa.com or call 610-9230382. The Church Directory is always available on our website at www.HomeNewsPA.com.
ASSUMPTION
BVM PARISH, NORTHAMPTON.
610-262-2559
Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Mass 8 a.m., Tues.
– Mass 8 a.m., Wed. –Mass 8 a.m., Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4 p.m.
ASSUMPTION OF THE VIRGIN MARY UKRAINIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON
610-262-2882
Sat. – Vesper services 5
p.m.
Sun. – Divine Liturgy 9 a.m.
BETHANY WESLEYAN, CHERRYVILLE.
610-767-1239
Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m.
BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, BUSHKILL TWP.
610-759-7132
Sun. Worship 9:15 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m.
CHAPMAN QUARRIES UNITED METHODIST, BATH. 610-837-0935
Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. We Care, Days of Prayer every fourth Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. CHESTNUT ST. BATH.
Sun. – Worship 8/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship with HC 5:30 p.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., HOWERTOWN. 610-262-8666
Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. NAZARETH. 610-759-0893
Sun. – 9 a.m.Contemporary Worship, 10 a.m.- Christian Formation, 11 a.m.Classic Worship ST. NICHOLAS R.C. BERLINSVILLE. 610-767-3107
Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30
a.m., M-F -8:30 a.m., Sat. – 4:30 p.m. ST. PAUL’S THIRD LUTHERAN CHURCH, PALMER TWP. 610-258-0875
Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m. All welcome. ST. PAUL’S UCC, NORTHAMPTON, 610-261-2910. HA Worship 10:30 a.m. (with child care), SS 9 a.m. ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., OF INDIANLAND, CHERRYVILLE 610-767-5751
Sun. – Trad. Worship 10:30 a.m., Contemporary Praise Worship second Sunday 7:30 a.m. ST. PETER’S UCC SEEMSVILLE, NORTHAMPTON.
Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, NORTHAMPTON
610-837-5894
Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m. BS 9:30 a.m., Wed.- BS and Prayer 7 p.m. WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST
610-767-8939
Sat. – Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. ZION’S STONE U.C.C., KREIDERSVILLE
610-262-1133
Sun. – SS 9 a.m., Worship 10:15 a.m. ZION E.L. CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON, 610-262-6636 (N)
Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m.
Moore Twp. police officers visit lemonade stand
By HOME NEWS STAFF
On Tuesday, June 25, two Moore Township police officers happened upon the lemonade stand of three young girls on Beacon Road who were raising money to be able to go to Dorney Park. Officer Pysher and Officer
Hyman decided to stop by for a fresh cup of lemonade. The menu included lemonade for $1, cookies for $2, water for $1 and Izzie sparkling water for $2 as well as a note that read: “Thanks for helping us raise money for Dorney Park!”
After enjoying their lemonade, the officers tipped the girls $18 and posted the lemonade stand on the Moore Township Police Department’s Facebook page to help the girls reach their goal and wish them a fun visit to Dorney Park this summer!
Photos from the Moore Township Police Department Facebook page
Released by the U.S CONSUMER
COMMMISSION on June 24, 2024
It’s that time of year when Americans everywhere will be celebrating the Fourth of July holiday with family, friends and fireworks.
A new report from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) highlights the hazards posed by consumer use of fireworks. CPSC is raising awareness and sharing safety tips to prevent these types of injuries and deaths over the holiday.
For 2023, CPSC received reports of eight deaths and an estimated 9,700 injuries involving fireworks. Out of the eight deaths, five were associated with firework misuse, two with a device malfunction and one involves unknown circumstances.
The report shows that between 2008 and 2023, injuries from fireworks have increased overall, despite recent data showing a steady decline since the peak in 2020 during the pandemic when public displays were canceled.
“While it is a great American tradition to enjoy fireworks around the 4th of July, it is important to remember that all fireworks, even sparklers, pose dangers to consumers. The safest way to view fireworks is to watch professional displays,” said CPSC Chair Alex Hoehn-Saric. “If you choose to light your own, make sure you only buy legal fireworks intended for consumer use from a reputable retailer. And follow the simple safety tips provided below and on CPSC’s website.”
To understand more about fireworks-related injuries hazards around the Fourth of July, CPSC conducted an analysis of the injury data in the four weeks surrounding the holiday in 2023 and found the following:
• Teenagers ages 15 to 19 years of age had the highest estimated
rate of emergency departmenttreated, fireworks-related injuries, with children ages 5-9 years old having the second highest rate.
• There were an estimated 800 emergency department-treated injuries associated with firecrackers and 700 with sparklers.
• The parts of the body most often injured by fireworks were hands and fingers (an estimated 35 percent of injuries) along with head, face, and ears (an estimated 22 percent).
• About 42 percent of the emergency department-treated fireworks-related injuries were for burns.
• In fiscal year 2023, approximately 18 percent of selected and tested fireworks products were found to contain noncompliant components, including fuse violations, the presence of prohibited chemicals and pyrotechnic materials overload.
CPSC urges consumers to celebrate safely this holiday by following these safety tips:
• Never allow children to play with or ignite fireworks, including sparklers. Sparklers burn at temperatures of about 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit—hot enough to melt some metals.
• Make sure fireworks are legal in your area, and only purchase and set off fireworks that are labeled for consumer (not professional) use.
• Never use fireworks while impaired by alcohol or drugs.
• Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy, in case of fire or other mishap.
• Light fireworks one at a time, then move back quickly.
• Never try to relight or handle malfunctioning fireworks. Soak them with water and throw them away.
• Never place any part of your Continued on page 19
County Executive Lamont G.
McClure and the Parks and Recreation Division Award Livable Landscape Grants
Submitted by BRITTNEY
WAYLEN
C ounty Executive Lamont G. McClure and the Parks and Recreation Division are pleased to announce that Northampton County Council voted to approve McClure's 2024 Livable Landscape Grant plan by a vote of 9-0 at the Thursday, June 20 meeting.
2024
tor Sherry Acevedo.
"Unified themes included improvements to accessibility, stormwater management, outdoor recreation, green infrastructure and trails. We are very pleased to be a funding partner for the acquisition of a trail gap in the City of Bethlehem, recognized by the Pa. Department of Conservation
NORTHAMPTON COUNTY LIVABLE LANDSCAPES GRANT AWARDS
Organization Project Title County Grant Award
Lower Mount Bethel Township LMBT Trail System Storm Damage
Reconstruction Project
$75,000
Lower Nazareth Township Newburg Park Tree Planting $29,343
Upper Nazareth Township Sycamore Park Equipment
Borough of Northampton
Replacement $120,000
Revitalization of the D&L Trail in Canal Park
City of Bethlehem Greenway Trail Gap Acquisition
Lafayette College Metzgar Fields Trail Planning
County Council approved all grant projects presented for a total grant award of $649,343.
The county's Livable Landscapes Grant Program priorities include land conservation, ecological restoration, education and outreach, municipal park development and rehabilitation and regional trails.
All potential applicants participated in a mandatory grant workshop and individualized meetings.
Six applicants submitted eligible projects recommended for grant award approval from a review committee in the Division of Parks and Recreation, the Parks, Recreation, Open Space Advisory Board, County Council Energy, Environment and Land Use Committee and County Council.
"Through initiatives like the Northampton County Livable Landscapes Grants, we are able to safeguard our open spaces and empower our municipalities and non-profit organizations to protect the county's important natural features and provide outdoor recreation for future generations," said McClure.
"Through the dedicated funding from County Council, we can provide our municipalities with the funds to assist their immediate residents and improve the environment. Though most of these go directly to our municipalities, they also implement the goals we strive to perfect in our county park system," stated Superintendent of Parks & Recreation Bryan Cope.
"We commend the grant recipients on high-quality projects," remarked Conservation Coordinator and Livable Landscapes Grant Administra -
and Natural Resources as one of Pa. DCNR's top 10 trail gaps in the state," Acevedo added.
The grant projects were consistent with the goals and recommendations of the Livable Landscape: An Open Space Plan for Northampton County and other local, regional and statewide plans.
Fireworks
Continued from page 18
$50,000
$300,000
TOTAL: $649,343
Since 2006, Northampton County has invested $21 million in Livable Landscapes Grant awards for land conservation, ecological restoration, streambank stabilization, regional trails, parks, recreation, open space plans and municipal park development and rehabilitation.
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Northampton County seeks Community input for HUD Program planning
Submitted by BRITTNEY WAYLEN
The County of Northampton is an entitlement urban county under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Program.
In compliance with HUD regulations, Northampton County is required to prepare a comprehensive consolidated plan and analysis of impediments to Fair Housing Choice every five years.
To ensure that the consolidated plan accurately reflects the community's needs, the Northampton County Department of
Community and Economic Development is distributing a confidential survey designed to receive input from county residents.
The survey will serve as a critical roadmap for assessing the county's needs and priorities in supporting the low- and moderate-income residents of the region.
"We thank Northampton County residents in advance for their time and consideration in participating in this survey," stated County Executive Lamont G. McClure.
"Your input will be pivotal to our current efforts in creating more affordable housing solutions as we shape the future of our county's development and strategic planning."
Northampton County residents can access the survey by using the following link: www. surveymonkey.com/r/NorCoResident24-28.
The survey will be open until Wednesday, July 31.
Police Blotter
Drug possession in Northampton Borough
On June 20, Pa. State Police troopers conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of E. 21st Street and Lincoln Avenue in Northampton Borough of a white Nissan Sentra. Upon further investigation, it was determined that the passenger of the vehicle was found to be in possession of crack cocaine. An investigation is still pending.
Theft from person
In the commission of this crime, a package containing an electronic tablet worth $119 was
stolen from the doorstep of the victim in East Allen Township. The victim was outdoors doing yard work when an individual entered the property and approached the doorstep, stealing the package. The victim chased the individual off of his property but was unable to stop the individual from leaving before police arrived.
Theft in Bath Borough
In the commission of this crime, the victim, a 63-year-old woman from Bath, was scammed out of approximately $2,514.62. The victim received an email notice from her bank that the above listed funds had been transferred from her account and used to make payment for a rental property in Texas.
Reckless endangerment
On June 15 at 10 p.m., numerous loud bangs were heard in the area of E. Main Street in the Borough of Bath and were assumed to be fireworks. The following morning, the complainant located three spent shotgun shells ly-
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ing in the roadway near his driveway. No firearm-related damage and/or additional witnesses were located. Anyone with information is asked to contact PSPBethlehem at 610-861-2026.
Retail theft
The CRPD responded to Walmart in Easton on June 24 for a report of two females in the store selecting and concealing various merchandise. When the females attempted to leave the store with the merchandise without rendering payment, they were stopped by police and taken into custody. They were identified as an 18-year-old from Newfoundland and a 17-year-old from Easton. The total amount of merchandise that was concealed was $299.55. Both were charged with retail theft and conspiracy to commit retail theft. The 18-year-old was charged that night and taken to central booking to be arraigned. The juvenile referral will be filed through the Northampton County Juvenile Justice Center for the minor.
