The Home News June 13

15th Annual Paw Prints on the Canal Gets tails wagging in Northampton

By KERI LINDENMUTH

Paw Prints on the Canal returned to Northampton’s Canal Park for its 15th year on Sunday, June 9. The annual event, featuring over 100 vendors, benefits the Northampton Borough Police Department K-9 Unit and gives dozens of local animal rescues the opportunity to raise awareness.

The event has become an annual tradition, bringing families and their four-legged friends to the borough from the Lehigh

Valley and beyond. Attendees could watch K-9 demos from the Northampton Borough police, protect their pets with an onsite rabies and microchip clinic, and participate in the fan-favorite Sharp-Dressed Pet Contest (which even featured some feline friends this year). The winners of this year’s Sharp-Dressed Pet Contest were: Jim Shelanick with his sidecar dog Riley the goldendoodle in first place; Kristina Ford with Oakley, a mixed breed,

in second place; and Sarah VanDunk with Bowie, a coonhound mix and baio-lab/dachshund mix, in third place. There were over 100 vendors at this year's event, including rescues and shelters, crafters, local businesses and animal hospitals. Attendees could pick up homemade treats for their dogs or cats, shop for toys from AfFORDable Pet Center and meet some of the

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New swimming pool in Hanover Township makes a big splash with Grand opening

By CATHERINE STROH

Summer is looking a lot cooler for residents in Hanover Township, thanks to the recent opening of the community center’s brand new pool.

A grand opening was held on Saturday, June 8 from noon to 4 p.m. with a ribbon cutting ceremony at noon. Hanover Township Community Center Recreation Director Dante Terenzio led the ceremony. Additionally, the following were guest speakers: Board of Supervisors Chair Susan Lawless, Supervisor John Diacogiannis, Pool Advisory Board member and Recreation Committee Chair Mike Stasak, Hanover Swim Team Head Coach Evan Kocon, Stephen Kalamar of Penn Community Bank and Hanover Township Manager Mark Hudson. A raffle was conducted for the first lucky swimmers to get to slide into the pool and to jump

in. The winners were Wendy Peal (slide) and Susan Lawless (jump). A DJ with D.H. Productions was

By HOME NEWS STAFF

Around 4:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 8, Northampton Jewelry was broken into, burglarized and vandalized.

No one was harmed during this incident, however due to an ongoing investigation, Northampton Jewelry will be

Bath Borough Council Discusses Negative Impact from Right-to-Know Requests

By SAVANNAH BROWN

Bath Borough Council met Monday, June 10 to discuss the purchase of a dump truck, a public meeting for Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System updates, traffic signal issues and the accumulation of fees associated with Right-to-Know requests.

During the meeting, Manager Bradford T. Flynn revealed that the borough applied for three separate grants for the purchase of a new Public Works Department dump truck, which would replace the current 2013 vehicle that has become worn down by increased road repairs in recent years. Only one of the grants has been approved so far; one grant is pending until winter 2025 and one of the grants has been denied.

Approximate costs for a new 10-ton single axel dump truck estimate $277,180 for the vehicle purchase, which is a 14% increase in price since last year. Although the approved grant would reimburse the borough $189,970 in funds for the dump truck, that still leaves the borough short $87,210. Therefore, council approved the use of liquid fuels funds to cover the remaining balance.

operating at limited capacity this week.

Northampton Borough Police Chief Bryan Kadingo urges anyone who has any information or who may have witnessed anything to contact the 24-hour county non-emergency number at 610-317-0808.

Photo by Lindsay Terenzio

HTCC pool

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on hand for entertainment and held a “dip and dance” for the kids, which was a big splash.

Tables were also set up for the Bethlehem Public Library, along

with numerous raffles sponsored by JAF Comics. Another table was set up for a new sponsor of the community center, Lehigh Valley Health Network. They promoted their speed and agility camp, which will be held on the Hanover Township fields for middle school-aged children.

“The new Hanover Township pool facility is state-of-the-art and is being considered ‘a resort’ by many of our members. It has been several years since Hanover Township residents had a pool to call their own [six years], and they absolutely deserve such a high-end facility,” said Rec. Director Dante Terenzio. “A huge thank you to all who helped make this happen: Board of Supervisors, Pool Advisory Board, past and current township managers, Hanover Township staff, and especially our Public Works Department; without this crew, the facility would not be up and running as fast as it is.”

The pool, located at 3660 Jacksonville Rd., Bethlehem, is open daily for residents and non-residents from noon to 7 p.m. for the exception of Hanover Swim Team home meets, which are June 13, 17, 24 and July 11. The pool will close at 4:45 p.m. on those dates.

For more information, visit hanovercommunitycenter.com/ pool or call 610-317-8701.

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adorable adoptables looking for homes from rescues like Outcast Rescue and Foxy’s Cradle. Other rescues included Freedom First Rescue, Feline Good Cat Rescue, the French Bulldog Rescue Network, Fund-a-Bull Bulldogs in Rescue, Harnessed to Hope Northern Breed Rescue, Jax’s Labrador Retriever Rescue and the Lehigh Valley Humane Society, among dozens of others. Rescues had the chance to take to the stage throughout the day to introduce some of their adoptables and share their mission.

There were plenty of vendors for pet parents to peruse too, from crafters selling everything from homemade candles and woodworking to food trucks serving

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“Team Paw Prints wishes to express sincere gratitude to everyone who has been supporting our event for 15 years. It takes a team effort to put this large event together and I am very grateful for my team, volunteers, vendors and the public for supporting such a worthy cause,” said Candi Lynn, event coordinator.

In 2023, the event raised over $13,000 for the Northampton K-9 unit. Since its founding, over $90,000 has been raised by the event.

Konkrete Kids Foundation Announces 2024 Distinguished Alumni

Submitted by

CLAUDIA SHULMAN

The Northampton Area Konkrete Kids Educational Foundation is proud to announce the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award Wall of Honor recipients. Each of the seven Northampton High School graduates has achieved success in his or her chosen career or profession while also having a positive impact on others through community service and/or volunteerism.

Mrs. Patricia (Shoemaker) Amey, Class of 1962

Mr. Kim Davis, Class of 1970

Mr. Ronald Jerdon, Class of 1980

Mrs. Sallyann (Pany) Madden, Class of 1979

Ms. Laura Meyers, Class of 2007

Mr. Brian Ruff, Class of 1977

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Bath Council

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Next, council unanimously approved a motion to advertise an MS4 Committee meeting to be held at the George Wolf Elementary School’s gymnasium on Monday, June 24 at 7 p.m. for the purpose of updating and soliciting public comment about the borough’s MS4 program and possible avenues of income to support the projects.

As was noted during the January 2 meeting, the borough is considering charging a utility fee for stormwater management to help fund MS4 projects. The projects must be completed by December 2027, lest the borough will accrue hefty fines.

Additionally, the fee would be required by all property owners and would not exclude tax exempt entities such as churches, non-profits and schools since it will be a utility fee rather than a tax. A credit-based program was also suggested that would allow residents who perform stormwater maintenance or improvements on their property to accumulate credit towards their utility fee, which they could choose to use for themselves or apply it to organizations such as churches and non-profits.

During the MS4 meeting, the borough solicitor and engineer will be in attendance to answer any questions that residents may have and an in-depth explanation regarding the necessity of the projects and the proposed utility fee will be provided.

In other news, Solicitor James F. Kratz submitted a letter of resignation through the end of the year due to his desire to spend more time with his family. Kratz has worked as a solicitor for the borough for over 20 years and the borough expressed that they are sad to see him go but understand

his reasoning.

Council approved a motion to advertise the solicitor position in the upcoming months and will likely conduct public interviews in August.

An announcement was also made about several traffic signals in the borough such as those at Northampton and Chestnut streets regarding PennDOT’s procedures for testing the traffic signals. Council requested that residents be patient as the issues are being worked on.

Council asked residents to notify the office if they witness anything problematic about the traffic signals while they are being worked on, so that the borough can alert PennDOT.

Following, a resolution was unanimously approved for an open container waiver at the Spuds and Spurs Festival, which will occur Saturday, June 15 from 1 to 6 p.m. downtown on Chestnut Street and Northampton Street.

On Saturday, June 15, there will also be an electronic recycling event at Fireman’s Field from 9 to 11 a.m.

Last, a letter from Solicitor J. Chadwick Schnee to borough resident Michael Long was read aloud by Kratz. The letter pertained to his accumulation of Right-to-Know matters, which addressed Long’s continued use of fictitious case law citations and making duplicative legal arguments that are unsupported by cases he references.

Schnee’s letter also stated that this has forced the borough to expend funds to research the fake citations Long uses and evaluate the legal propositions he claims that the cases reference, which has clogged the dockets with duplicative filings and serves no legitimate purpose.

Last, Schnee requested that Long withdraw or amend his mo-

tion no later than July 8, and if not, the borough intends to file a motion for sanctions for Long’s “vexatious and obdurate conduct.”

Kratz then pointed out that the fees accumulated by Long in Right-to-Know matters has created a financial burden for the borough, whereas the funds for the purchase of the dump truck would not be an issue if Long would cease accumulating arduous fees and manpower in duplicative Right-to-Know matters and motions filed with the Northampton Court of Common Pleas.

As of May 31, Long has accumulated approximately $56,409 in legal fees pertaining to Rightto-Know matters and motions filed with the Court of Common Pleas this year alone, which in just five months is close to nearing the approximate $68,747 in legal fees he accumulated in 2023.

Updates on the pending motions will be provided as they are made public.

The next Bath Borough Council meeting will be held on Mon-

day, July 8 at 6 p.m. in the borough’s office building, located at 121 S. Walnut St.

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Mr. Peter Schneider (deceased), Class of 1938

The award recipients will be

honored at the Distinguished Alumni Award celebration dinner and recognition program on Sunday, September 22 at Woodstone Country Club and Lodge. Family, friends, co-workers, fellow volunteers, community members and NASD employees will join the Konkrete Kids Edu-

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Arcangelo DiOdoardo

Arcangelo "Gino" DiOdoardo, 70, of Bath, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, June 6, 2024 with the love and support of his family by his side. Born on Dec. 2, 1953, in Villa Penna, Italy, he was the son of the late Berardo and Maddalena (Angeloni) DiOdoardo. He was the husband of Wendy J. (Derhammer) DiOdoardo. Together, they observed their 47th wedding anniversary in December. Throughout his lifetime, Gino was a determined, self-employed businessman. He was the co-owner and operator of the former Gino and Jack Sportswear, Co. and he also helped coestablish the Southmoore Golf

Course in Moore Township. Gino enjoyed golfing, but more importantly, he valued all of his grandchildren.

Survivors: In addition to his wife Wendy, he will be missed by his two daughters, Stacey L. Mitchell, Jennifer M. Frantz and her husband, Ryan; five brothers, Giacomo, Fausto, Piero, Tonino and Mario DiOdoardo; three sisters, Solidea Manucci, Elda Hunsberger and Anna Young; four grandchildren, Landon, Bryn, Aubrianna and Hunter; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Services: Will be private at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Bartholomew Funeral Home, Bath.

2 fires in East Allen Township in 2 days

By HOME NEWS STAFF

On Sunday, June 9 just before 4:30 a.m., a high-occupancy fire was reported in the 7000 block of Beth-Bath Pike in East Allen Township. The fire was upgraded to a two-alarm call. The rear of the structure was on fire, including multiple vehicles.

Initial fire companies made entry to the second floor of the building and knocked the bulk of the fire down, however conditions on the exterior of the building were not favorable. Responding crews were ordered out of the building to regroup. Two-alarm companies then arrived, and with the additional resources, crews were able to make entry again.

With the help of drones, pockets of heat and hidden fire in a void space between the first and second floors were located. According to the East Allen Township Fire Dept., crews were at work for six hours to extinguish the fire and overhaul the building to ensure the fire was out.

The cause of the fire is current-

Getting Out!

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The GETTING OUT section of The Home News is open to events that are FREE for the community to attend and participate in. If you have an event and are not sure if it qualifies for this section, call us at 610-923-0382. We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify.

15th Annual Great Bath Duck Race- Saturday, July 27 at 1 p.m. at Monocacy Creek Park, Bath. Rain date Sunday, July 28.

Atlas Cement Company Memorial Museum- Open second and fourth Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. through September 28 at 1401 Laubach Ave., Northampton.

Bath Area Food Bank- Distributes food second Tuesday of each month, starting around 9:30 a.m. on lower level of St. John's Lutheran Church in Bath, 206 E. Main St. Please do not arrive prior to 9:30 a.m. due to safety reasons.

Bath Museum- Open third Saturday Jan-Nov. and first Saturday in Dec., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 121 S. Walnut St., Bath. Volunteers needed, call 484-284-0313.

Borough of Bath Community-Wide Yard Sale- Saturday, September 7 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Yard sale permit fees waived this date only.

Community Dinner at The Table- First and third Tuesdays of the month at 5:30 p.m. at 1769 Newport Ave., Northampton. All are welcome.

Dementia Support Group- Held third Thursday every month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., 2801 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem. Designed for families and caregivers of dementia patients.

East Allen Township Historical Society- Meets third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton.

East Allen Township Open Space and Farmland Preservation Committee- Meets third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. New committee members welcome.

Gov. Wolf Hist. Society- Tours of historic buildings, grounds and new museum on third Saturday April-Nov. from 1 to 3 p.m. 6600 Jacksonville Rd., Bath.

Helping Homeless Vets- Weave mats for homeless vets every second and fourth Wed. of the month from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. Prepping for weaving every first and third Wed. of month 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., Mountain View Wesleyan Church 1001 Deemer Rd., Bath. Call 610-837-1190 FMI. Leave message.

Horner's Cemetery Historical Society- Tours to celebrate the 296th anniversary founding of the Craig Scotch-Irish Settlement. Meet the residents who helped shape local, county and national history. By appointment only, always free, donations welcomed. Call Peggy at 610-984-4532.

Martin on Main- Saturday, July 27 from noon to 7 p.m. in the Nazareth Center Circle to Walnut Street.

Moore Twp. Assoc. for Families in Need- Meets second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church, 2715 Mountain View Dr., Bath.

Nazareth Farmers Market- Saturdays through October from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Circle.

Northampton Area Food Bank- Food distribution first three Thursdays from 5 to 7 p.m. and second and third Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m. 1601 Canal St.

Northampton Borough Crime Watch Meeting- Typically held second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Northampton Borough Fire Dept.

Northampton Farmers Market- Tuesdays through Sept. 24 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Northampton Municipal Park. 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 third Sunday each month through October from 1 to 4 p.m., West 21st Street (Route 329) in Northampton.

Spuds and Spurs- Saturday, June 15 from 1 to 6 p.m. on S. Chestnut St., Bath (between Main and Northampton streets).

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Spuds and Spurs to bring Fun

and festivities to Bath

Submitted by AARON GASPARETTI

The Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce and the Borough of Bath are excited to announce the upcoming Spuds and Spurs Festival, a day filled with fun, food and festivities. This spuds-tacular event will take place on Saturday, June 15 from 1 to 6 p.m. on S. Chestnut Street in Bath.

The Spuds and Spurs Festival promises an exciting lineup of activities and entertainment for all ages. With over 20 craft, food and drink vendors, attendees will have the opportunity to explore a diverse array of local products and delicious treats. Local businesses will also have their doors open, encouraging festival-goers to stop by and discover what Bath has to offer.

The live music entertainment for the day will be DMC Band from 1 to 3 p.m. and Steel Creek Band from 4 to 6 p.m.

In addition to great music, the festival will feature a potato race derby and various potatothemed activities, ensuring fun for everyone.

This family-friendly event is a fantastic way to spend the day with loved ones, enjoying the best of what the community has to offer.

Food trucks and drink vendors (as of June 7) are: Birthright Brewing, Don Chuy, Donut NV, Easton Wine Project, Estelles Catering, Gerks BBQ LLC, Hungry Hound Express, Leremiloosweets, Mon + Mels Sweet Scoops, Christ Church of Bath Potato Bar and Uncle Louie G Italian Ice.

Spuds and Spurs is partially funded by the Northampton Hotel Tax Grant, supporting the growth and development of community events in the area.

“We are thrilled to bring the Spuds and Spurs Festival to Bath,” said Aaron Gasparetti, manager of the Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce. “This event is a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together, enjoy great food and music and support our local businesses.”

For more information about Spuds and Spurs, visit the event on Facebook.

Bath American Legion to Hold Flag Day Celebration

By HOME NEWS STAFF

Eckley E. Patch

Post

470 American Legion in Bath will hold their annual Flag Day celebration on Friday, June 14 at 6 p.m.

All are welcome to attend, and anyone with a torn or tattered flag is encouraged to bring it along to retire. Refreshments will be served afterwards.

The celebration will be held at 278 Race St., Bath.

Black bear Unlawfully Shot in Moore Township

By HOME NEWS STAFF

The Pennsylvania Game Commission- Southeast Region is seeking information related to

the unlawful shooting of a black bear that was found dead near 3330 Pheasant Dr., in Moore Township, on the morning of Thursday, June 6.

The State Game Warden’s investigation suggested the animal was shot in the left front leg with a large caliber firearm.

Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to report it to the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Southeast Region at 1-833-PGCWILD or the Operation Game Thief Hotline at 1-888-PGC8001 or online at http://bit.ly/ PGCOGT.

Moore Township Supervisors hire part-time Police officer; approve Boy Scout project

By SAVANNAH BROWN

The Moore Township Board of Supervisors met Tuesday, June 4. During reports, Police Chief Gary West requested the hire

of Nickolas Lafata as part-time police officer, which the board unanimously approved. West also provided the police report for the month of May that

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included 355 total incidents, three verbal and written warnings issued, 14 traffic citations issued, one non-traffic citation issued for a dog law violation, one arrest made for driving under the influence of alcohol, two arrests made for assault, five reportable accidents and six non-reportable accidents.

Next, Fire Recorder Jason L. Harhart provided the Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Company report for the month of May, which included response to 81 ambulance calls and a total of 36 fire calls. Fire calls listed for the month detailed three fires, four motor vehicle accidents, two fire police, five automatic fire alarms, five ambulance assists, six wires down, two trees down, one smoke/odor investigation, six mutual aid calls with Bath

for three motor vehicle accidents, one fire, one fire alarm and wires down, as well as two mutual aid calls with Bushkill Township for one fire and one fire alarm.

During the Public Works Department report, supervisors unanimously approved the purchase of a 12-foot mower from Salisbury Township at a cost of $14,000.

In other news, supervisors unanimously supported a motion to permit a Boy Scout project by Jackson Passini from Troop 33 for Schiavone Pond for the addition of minnow spawn boxes and a turtle basking habitat.

Other motions the board approved under the Land and Environmental Protection Board included the Schiavone Pond fish restocking and conservation easement appraisals for the Bealer, D. Miller and K. Miller properties.

During the May 7 meeting, Township Manager Stephen Nowroski presented the board with information regarding the GoGov citizen notification and permitting software for their

consideration. The presentation included the software’s annual cost of $10,500 per year and established that the software would provide electronic cloud storage for permits that township staff could access while at the office or out in the field, as well as the ability to take credit cards for permit fees based on a one-year contract.

Upon discussion, supervisors had approved the purchase of the GoGov permitting software pending confirmation on whether the information obtained by the company remains private and opting to table consideration of the citizen notification software.

Then, during the June 4 meeting, supervisors unanimously approved a revised agreement with GoGov to accurately reflect the annual cost of $6,240 due to the original quote having the price for the permit module and the citizen engagement reversed. Following, the board unanimously approved motions to con-

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Northampton Borough Manager announces retirement

After 57-plus years

By KERI LINDENMUTH

Long-time, dedicated Northampton Borough employee LeRoy Brobst announced he will retire as borough manager this August after serving the Borough of Northampton for over 57 years. The announcement was made during the June 6 borough council meeting. Brobst started his career as a public works laborer in 1966. Since then, Brobst has dedicated his career to the borough and its residents. In 1986, Brobst was appointed park superintendent. Brobst also served as recording secretary for the borough before becoming borough manager in 2016.

“After 57-plus years, I think it’s time I tried my hand at something else,” Brobst said.

“It came to me that announcing it today would be a good time,”

Brobst continued. “Because today is June 6…that is the day I was inducted into the U.S. Army, 57 years ago while I was working as a laborer in the Borough of Northampton.”

“That was a turning point. Coming back here, it rooted me. I’ve done a lot of different things for the borough [but] working here has always been a prideful thing for me because I am a Konkrete Kid.”

Council approved Brobst’s re-

tirement request, with regret.

“We all knew this day was coming but I don’t think any of us really believed it would happen,” said Councilman Trevor Stone. “I want to say thank you for all you’ve done for this borough. You’re going to be hard to replace.”

Every single member of council echoed Stone’s sentiments.

“You’ve been a mentor whether you wanted to be that or not,” said Councilwoman Judy Haldeman. “You’ve put your heart and soul into this and you will be missed.”

Said Councilwoman Bonnie Almond, “We will miss your cheerful personality…but mostly your wealth of knowledge. May you enjoy your very well-deserved retirement.”

Added Councilman Ronald Knopf, “Enjoy your next adventure. You served our country and also the Borough of Northampton.” Knopf asked that council hold a family picnic to celebrate Brobst’s decades of service.

Mayor Tony Pristash has worked alongside Brobst for well over a decade.

“You’ve had a most colorful career here in the borough,” he said. “You were always someone that I could go to and receive solid, concise and succinct info.”

Congrats Northampton Grads

Northampton Area High School’s Class of 2024 graduation ceremony was held Friday, May 31 at 7:30 p.m. at Al Er-

dosy Stadium in Northampton. Congratulations to all the 2024 graduates and good luck in your future endeavors!

2 Northampton students Recognized by council

By KERI LINDENMUTH

Two Northampton Borough high school students were recognized by Northampton Borough Council during their June 6 meeting, one for his commitment to studying criminal justice and another for his commitment to honoring the borough’s firefighters.

Northampton Area High School senior Brady Dolak was awarded the Northampton Borough Police Department’s Annual Fishing Derby Scholarship. The derby, held in April, helps

sponsor a scholarship for high school students seeking a career in criminal justice or law enforcement.

Dolack plans to study cybersecurity at Penn State in the fall.

Meanwhile, Northampton Area High School student and current Scout Braden Crush appeared before council to present plans for his Eagle Scout project. Crush has served as a junior firefighter in the borough for four years and wants to honor his fel-

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“You left a wonderful mark in this town,” Pristash added. “Your legacy will continue on for all you’ve done for the Borough of Northampton.”

Councilmen Kenneth Hall and Ronald Glassic and Councilwoman Almond comprise an administration committee that will begin interviewing new candidates for borough manager. Brobst will officially retire on August 31 but made it known he will be available to support borough employees however he can.

“I would never think of abandoning them,” said Brobst.

Council members weren't the only ones in the room showing their love and support for Brobst. Brobst’s family was in attendance during the June 6 announcement as well.

“I’m going to have to depend on my family to see that they keep me occupied and busy and out of trouble,” Brobst joked. “Other than that, it’s been a hoot.”

Nazareth Together presents Nazareth Area Pride

By HOME NEWS STAFF

Nazareth Area Pride was held on Saturday, June 8 at New Creations UCC in Easton.

Nazareth Area Pride, a diverse and family-friendly event to celebrate history and the freedom to love, featured live music, vendors, kids crafts, a bouncy house and more. The event was held by Nazareth Together, a nonprofit designed to support those who face adversity or have been marginalized.

Nazareth Area Pride was held to celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month, also called Pride Month, which is celebrated in June in the United States and elsewhere around the world. Pride Month commemorates years of struggle

Congrats Nazareth Grads

Nazareth Area High School’s Class of 2024 graduation ceremony was held Tuesday, June 4 at 6:30 p.m. at Andrew S. Leh Stadium in Nazareth. This year's Valedictorian is Ellyn Wong, Sa-

lutatorian is Aryan Gupta and Honor Graduate is Hassaan Naveed. Congratulations to all the 2024 graduates and good luck in your future endeavors!

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GLASS CO., INC. 27 Mauch Chunk St., Nazareth, Pa. Harvey vinyl replacement windows, solar rooms, storm windows & screens repaired/insulated glass, shower doors, plexiglass, mirrors, repairs made at your home. Free estimates. Commercial customers welcome. Call 610-7593682. Closed Saturdays. (6/13)

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TED’S ROOFING New Roofs & Repairs • ReRoofing • Roof Ventilation • Slate Repairs •Seamless Gutter • Siding • Fascia & Soffit • No Streaking Shingle. Free Estimates & Fully Insured. Where Service & Quality Counts! PA#089829. 610-837-7508. (6/13)

DESSERT AUCTION

Saturday, June 29 at Salem United Methodist Church, 1067 Blue Mt. Dr., Danielsville, under the pavilion. View desserts from 5 to 6 p.m., auction begins 6 p.m. Proceeds dedicated to funding outreach programs in local communities. (6/27)

FLEA MARKET-YARD SALE

Sat., June 15 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Salem UCC Grove, 2218 Community Dr. (Rt. 946), Bath “Shop in the Shade.” Vendors call 610-759-5780. Food stand open. (6/13)

FIND N SEEK SPONSORS

Calling all businesses- The Home News is currently seeking sponsors for our popular Find N Seek contest. Want your logo in the paper and customers walking through your door, for free? Contact us today! Call 610-923-0382 or email cstroh@ homenewspa.com. (6/13)

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)

PHOTOS

The Home News is seeking photos for the June photo of the month contest. The theme is “Farms.” Email farm photos to cstroh@homenewspa.com along with your name, description of photo, date and location taken. Deadline is Monday, June 24. The winner will be featured in the June 27 issue of The Home News. (6/20)

ESTATE NOTICE

Estate of Michael K. Hoffman, late of the Borough of Bath, 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.

Michele E. Roberts aka Michele E. Hoffman 8220 Airport Rd. Trailer 20 Northampton, PA 18067 Executrix

Steven D. Brown, Esquire Spengler Brown Law Offices 110 East Main Street Bath, PA 18014 Attorney for the Estate (5/30-6/13)

ESTATE NOTICE

Estate of Josephine A. Paul, deceased, late of Allen Township, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, Letters Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the Decedent to make the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to:

Executrix: Rhonda Anne Mickno a/k/a Rhonda Anne Paul ℅ Joshua D. Shulman, Esquire

SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC 1935 Center Street Northampton, PA 18067 (6/6-6/20)

ESTATE NOTICE

Letters have been granted on the estate of each of the following decedents to the personal representative named, who requests all persons having claims against the estate of the decedent to make known the same in writing to his/her attorney, and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay:

STEFANEL, LESTER R., deceased, of Wind Gap, PA, Northampton County No. 0841 of 2024. Lesley A. Drasher, Executor, 844 S 25th Street, Easton, PA 18042. (6/13-6/27)

ESTATE NOTICE

Estate of George H. Rundle, III, late of the Township of Moore, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased

WHEREAS, Letters of Administration in the above-named estate have been granted to Regina C. Finkboon, Administratrix of the Estate of George H. Rundle, III. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to

Regina C. Finkboon

℅ Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire

124 Belvidere Street

Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064

Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire

Pierce & Steirer, LLC

124 Belvidere Street

Nazareth, PA 18064

Attorneys for the Estate

I.D. No. 21445 (6/13-6/27)

ESTATE NOTICE

Estate of Harry F. Bray, late of the Borough of Pen Argyl, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased

WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Glenn Stuart Bray, Executor of the Estate of Harry F. Bray. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to

Glenn Stuart Bray

℅ Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire

124 Belvidere Street

Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064

Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire

Pierce & Steirer, LLC

124 Belvidere Street

Nazareth, PA 18064

Attorneys for the Estate

I.D. No. 21445

ESTATE NOTICE

WILLIAMS, BARRY CLEWELL, dec’d. Late of Washington Township, Northampton County, PA

Administrator: Ronald Lee Williams, ℅ Barbara Rush Renkert, 2120 Northampton Street, Easton, PA 18042

Attorney: Barbara Rush Renkert, Esquire, 2120 Northampton Street, Easton, PA 18042 (6/13-6/27)

ESTATE NOTICE

Letters have been granted on the estate of each of the following decedents to the personal representative named, who requests all persons having claims against the estate of the decedent to make known the same in writing to his/her attorney, and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay:

STEFANEL, LESTER R., deceased, of Wind Gap, PA, Northampton County No. 0841 of 2024. Lesley A. Drasher, Executor, 844 S 25th Street, Easton, PA 18042.

(6/13-6/27)

for civil rights and the ongoing pursuit of equal justice under the law for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community, as well as the accomplishments of LGBTQ individuals.

For more information about the event, visit nazarethpride. com.

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low firefighters with two memorial benches outside the fire department building.

“I’ve seen firsthand how hard these volunteers work just solely based on their own will,” he said. “You can never have too much gratitude.”

Crush plans to finish the project before his 18th birthday this fall. With council’s approval to begin his project, he plans to start fundraising for materials.

The next borough council meeting will be on Thursday, June 20 at 7 p.m.

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ly under investigation by the Pa. State Police Fire Marshal’s Office.

The East Allen Township Fire Department was assisted by the following mutual aid partners: Hanover Township Volunteer Fire Company, Bath Volunteer Fire Department, Palmer Municipal Fire Department, Northampton Regional EMS, First Responder Chaplain Corps, Allen Township Fire Company No. 1, Northampton Borough Fire Department, Catasauqua Fire Department District 2,

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Nancy Run Fire Company, Bethlehem Township Volunteer Fire Company, Vigilance Hose Co. #1-Nazareth Fire Department and Greenawalds Fire/Rescue 11.

A day later, on Monday, June 10, a dwelling fire occurred just after 7 p.m. in the township, in the 5600 block of Chenango Drive. A garage/car on fire with explosions was initially reported. The fire was then upgraded to a three-alarm with a partial collapse of the first floor at 7:35 p.m. Billowing smoke could be seen from quite a distance and multiple stations responded to the fire.

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tinue partnering with Northampton County for the Community Development Block Grant program and the renewal of two CDs maturing this month, with one of the CDs being renewed at 5.3% for 12 months and the second renewing at its current rate at the time of maturity for 12 months.

The next Moore Township Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 2 at 6 p.m. in the municipal building, located at 2491 Community Dr.

Distinguished Alumni

cational Foundation that evening when each of these seven alumni will be publicly honored. Each honoree will be presented with a plaque that will then be

installed on the Distinguished Alumni Wall of Honor located in the main lobby of Northampton Area High School. Each plaque is engraved with the personal and professional post high school graduation achievements of the honoree, a current photo, as well as the honoree’s Amptennian graduation photo.

The Distinguished Alumni inductees honored on the Wall of Honor serve as an inspiration to all students and as a reminder to the entire community of Northampton Area School District’s proud education tradition and commitment to service to others.

The public is invited and encouraged to attend this event. Information about purchasing tickets, available sponsorships and opportunities to donate items/services for the evening’s raffle is now available at www. konkretefoundation or by calling 610-767-7824.

Upper Nazareth Fire Dept. to Host open house

By HOME NEWS STAFF

On Saturday, June 15, the Upper Nazareth Fire Department will host an open house from noon to 2 p.m., rain or shine.

There will be a rescue tool demonstration, a junior firefighter hose challenge, kids’ activity kits, free food and drinks, an opportunity to meet the Upper Nazareth firefighters, prizes and lots of fun.

All are welcome to attend the open house, located at 25 New-

port Ave., Nazareth. For more information on the Upper Nazareth Fire Department, visit uppernazarethfire. com.

Outrageous Summer

Potato Salad

Your new go-to potato salad for summer BBQs…

Ingredients

2 lbs. small red skin-on potatoes, scrubbed and halved (or quartered if you’re using larger red potatoes)

2 ears fresh corn

1 tbsp. Dijon mustard

3 tbsp. pickle juice, divided 1 red bell pepper

1 c. mayo

½ tsp. paprika

½ c. celery, diced ⅓ c. dill pickle, coarsely chopped

¼ c. red onion, chopped

⅓ c. green onion, chopped

2 tbsp. fresh dill, minced

2 tbsp. fresh chives, chopped, for garnish

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Place potatoes in a large pot, put enough water in to cover them by at least 2 inches. Cover and bring to a boil.

Once water is boiling, uncover, add salt and peeled cobs of corn, reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until potatoes and corn are tender. Once tender, drain water, remove from heat.

Add potatoes in a large bowl. Combine 2 tbsp. of pickle juice with the Dijon mustard, pour over the warm potatoes. Toss to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

While potatoes are refrigerating, dice red bell pepper, remove ribs and seeds.

Remove corn from the cobs. In a small bowl, combine mayo, remaining tbsp. of pickle juice, paprika, salt and pepper to taste, stir until smooth. Add bell pepper, corn, celery, pickles, red onion, green onions and dill to the large potato bowl. Pour your sauce over everything and toss to coat. Chill for at least a few hours. Sprinkle with chopped chives and enjoy!

If you have a recipe you’d like to share with our readers, email it to cstroh@ homenewspa.com or mail to PO Box A, Walnutport, PA 18088.

Bushkill Township Zoners approve event Center appeal

By SAVANNAH BROWN

The Bushkill Township Zoning Hearing Board met Monday, June 10 for an appeal by Linfield Manor’s request for special exception approval to permit an event center and overnight accommodations at 180 Nazareth Dr.

The May 17 application was denied due to provisions set forth by the Bushkill Township zoning ordinance not being met. The previous special exception use application requested that the event center and overnight accommodations be for no more than 14 consecutive nights, allow for a private use heliport set back 400 feet from the property line, a bed and breakfast and 15 cabin-style units for no more than four guests each. However, Linfield Manor withdrew the request for a heliport prior to the hearing.

Attorney Victor E. Scomillio, representing Dave Lin and Jeffrey

Caulfield from Linfield Manor, expressed that the small event center be marketed for private, invite-only weddings, family reunions and corporate retreats, rather than be open to the public for ticketed events.

When examining Lin, it was noted that the owners bought the property in April for its rustic, exclusive nature and intend to preserve the look of the property for guests to enjoy.

Caulfield testified that the 15 cabins will each have a kitchenette with water, plumbing and two parking spaces, and that the current 16,500-square-foot timber structure will remain as is. Caulfield also clarified that the bed and breakfast would only be for guests of the event during their stay and that there would be 122 event guest parking spaces with an additional seven parking spaces for event staff, totaling 159 parking spaces in conjunction with the 30 cabin parking

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Engineer David Bray from JENA Engineering testified that the property is approximately 41.5 acres, with 29.5 acres zoned rural residential in Bushkill Township and 12 acres zoned rural agricultural in Moore Township.

Bray noted that there would be sufficient parking for all guests and staff, the cabins would be set back 70 feet from the property line with the desire to preserve as many trees

as possible and plant more deciduous trees if needed to maintain privacy and reduce visibility to other residencies, the cabins will have a central septic system separate from the main structure, the venue will have no negative impact on the community, events will conform to the township’s noise ordinances and that the property have one ingress and egress access point. No development on the open land that borders Route 946 is planned other

than the driveway and the applicants intend to continue allowing that portion of land to be farmed, but ultimately, PennDOT will determine the ingress and egress placement.

Upon questions from the audience, Scomillio expressed that the applicants reduced the maximum occupancy stay to two days prior to

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an event and two days following an event with no more than one event occurring at a time.

Several residents voiced concerns regarding the increased traffic that events will bring, the desire to maintain the area’s rural nature, fear that the venue will cause more accidents on surrounding roads due to speeding and drinking while driving and beliefs that the venue will devalue their property, that guests will not be responsible and follow

the rules during their stay and that local law enforcement does not have the manpower to handle problems associated with big events.

Several residents also raised concerns regarding the property’s visibility to neighboring residences including lights shining into homes, noise control (especially for outdoor events), curfews and the belief that the venue would disturb residents’ right to peace and quiet, thus negatively impacting their quality of life.

In contrast, several residents expressed favor for the project due to the applicant’s desire to maintain the property’s rural nature and for the property use not aligning with

the growing trend in warehouse proposals and developments in the area.

Solicitor Gary N. Asteak assuaged the audience, stating that the applicant had already addressed many of the township’s concerns such as having no outdoor concerts, providing screening around the proposed cabins, shortening the window of occupancy to limit short- and long-term stays or rentals and that the occupancy would be limited to the number of parking spaces on the property, with no parking being permitted on grass areas.

At the end of the hearing, the board unanimously approved a

motion to accept the applicant’s request for variances with the following conditions: The use, specifically the use of the private event center, is consistent with the testimony of the applicant for use of private events only, that the applicant comply with any and all noise ordinances in the township, no outdoor concerts be permitted, no parking permitted on any grass areas, screening be required around each of the cabins to provide a visual buffer between the cabins and neighboring properties, that the use of the cabins be limited to guests or attendees of the private events only, that the use of the cabins be available no more than two days prior and two days after an event, the applicant is not permitted to operate or use fireworks, that the applicant comply with any of

the conditions and address any of the concerns set forth by the environmental advisory council of the letter dated April 18, that the applicant comply with any and all labor industry standards and regulations, that the applicant not be permitted to use the property for Airbnb rentals or long-term rentals, any and all parking should be at least 90 feet from property lines and that the applicant meet the ingress and egress requirements that PennDOT decides upon.

The board will render an official written decision by mail within 45 days to the applicant. Once received, Linfield Manor can take the appropriate next steps in their subdivision and land development process.