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Under public property, council unanimously approved the direction for the Nazareth Borough Municipal Authority to proceed with its proposed addition to the Council Chambers. The authority presented details of the project to council at the June 1 workshop meeting and NBMA will now finalize the potential lease and design before beginning construction on the project.

Council also unanimously approved the request of the NEDC for the closure of S. Main Street from Belvidere to W. Walnut

Council members also approved use of the park on Tuesday, July 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. for the First Responder Ice Cream Night sponsored by Thrivent Financial to provide free scoops of ice cream for patrons while seeking donations for the borough’s first responders, and for the annual Kazoo Parade to be held on Saturday, July 1 beginning at 10 a.m.

Under finance, council unanimously approved the renewal of the borough’s package of insurances with Brown & Brown of the Lehigh Valley for a total cost of $165,761. The total represents an increase from the 2022 total of $149,538 and includes liability, vehicles, inland marine, contractor’s equipment, and police/public officials’ errors and omissions with Brown & Brown of the Lehigh Valley and Trident Insurance Group for the Public Officials Policy and Employee Practices. Trident will also provide the general liability, law enforcement, and vehicle policies while Selective Insurance Group will provide inland marine and property coverage.

The total cost of the Municipal Entity Insurance package, which includes worker’s compensation coverage, is $260,567 and includes professional services for administering the borough’s worker’s compensation coverage with both the state fund for volunteer firemen and administering the regular borough worker’s compensation with

Looking Back

check. How could paper replace cash in your envelope?

A letter was given to each employee to explain the new system; unfortunately, many employees could not read English. Many came from Europe and were not totally assimilated into our culture.

The letter stated, “It was in the best interest to pay wages by check instead of cash. This would eliminate the risk of handling currency. These checks will be cashed at any bank, and no charge will be made by such banks for cash- ing these checks. The company would advise against employees cashing these checks at any place when a charge is made for cashing them.”

“Any employee who has any doubt in his mind as to how these checks should be handled should take up the manner with his foreman, who will fully advise him and also render any assistance, thus avoiding inconvenience to you.”

Signing your name and endorsing a check was a new experience for employees who could not read English, but with assistance from their co-workers, they soon were able to adjust to the new payment system.

See you in two weeks.

PA Department of Agriculture delays farmers Market vouchers for eligible County seniors

Submitted by BRITTNEY WAYLEN

The following Farmers Market Voucher update is from the PA Department of Agriculture through PDA’s Legislative Office.

The PA Department of Agriculture (Dept. of AG) has unfortunate news regarding the

Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP). The vendor selected to print the 2023 checks has informed the Dept. of AG that the previously agreed upon check delivery date of June 1 is no longer feasible. Instead, the checks are not expected to ship until June 23. Due to the printing facility being located in Utah, Dept. of AG estimates the delivery dates to be June 28, 29 and 30.

This year, the PA Dept. of AG is transitioning the checks to a hybrid electronic solution that will allow farmers to more quickly and easily deposit their checks. However, this transition to a hybrid check with embedded QR codes has resulted in significant computer programming delays for the printer. Additionally, the Dept. of AG has been informed that the specialty paper upon which the checks are printed has not yet been received at the printer. These delays have pushed the production date for the checks back significantly. Please know that the Dept. of AG is continuing to work with the vendor to expedite this process in any way possible to get the checks into hand of Pennsylvanians in need of food assistance at the earliest possible date.

It is understood that the unexpected delay will put pressure on individuals who receive these funds, as they have budgeted anticipating the checks to arrive on June 1. However, checks will still be available for the majority of the farmers market season, with check redemption running through November 30, and the value of checks available to eligible recipients will remain the same as planned. (This year, each eligible WIC recipient will receive three $10 vouchers and each eligible senior will receive five $10 vouchers.) As new information and timelines are available, updates will be provided.

There will be no in-person distribution of coupons in 2023. Seniors may only receive vouchers once during the program, which runs from June 1 until November 30.

Application forms are available at northamptoncounty.org.

A list of participating farmers markets can be accessed at www. PAFMNP.org.

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.

34th Annual Uptown Northampton Street Fair- Saturday, Sept. 9 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1700-2100 blocks of Main Street, Northampton.

Atlas Cement Co. Memorial Museum- Open for tours second and fourth Sunday through Sept. 24. 1401 Laubach Ave., Northampton. Group tours available, 610-262-2576.

Band In The Park Night- Friday, June 9 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Moore Twp. Rec. Center, 635 English Rd., Bath. Bring chairs and blankets.

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 Farmers Market- Every Saturday May-Sept. from 9 a.m. to noon at the clock on W. Main St., Bath.

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 Sales- Saturday, Sept. 9 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Yard sale permit fees waived this day only.

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 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 295th Anniversary Tours- Visit the founders of Northampton Co. Daily tours by appt. only. Call Peggy at 610-984-4532.

Nazareth Farmers Market- Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May-Oct. in the Square, Nazareth.

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 Borough Fire Department’s 5th Annual Fireman's Parade- Saturday, July 22 at 5:30 p.m. during Northampton Community Days.

Northampton Farmers Market- Tuesdays from 3 to 6 p.m. May-Sept. in Municipal Park, Northampton.

Old Home Week(end)- August 10-13 in the Borough of Bath. Paw Prints on the Canal- Sunday, June 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Canal Park, Northampton.

Siegfried Railroad Station Museum- Open third Sunday through October from 1 to 4 p.m. on West 21st Street (Route 329), Northampton.

“Spuds Lite” Festival- Saturday, June 24 from 1 to 6 p.m. at Ciff Cowling Field, Bath.

Tatamy Fire Co. 100th Anniversary Parade and Block Party- Saturday, July 8, parade starts at 1 p.m. followed by block party at 164 Bushkill St., Tatamy.

Northampton County Receives grant for future Affordable townhomes

Submitted by BRITTNEY WAYLEN

County Executive Lamont G. McClure and the Northampton County Department of Community and Economic Development announced $200,000 awarded by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) to construct affordable townhomes at the former site of the Glendon Hotel in Glendon Borough.

The CFA Board approved grants through Local Share Accounts established by the Pennsylvania Race Horse Development and Gaming Act (Act 71 of 2004).

Flag Day Celebration

By HOME NEWS STAFF

All are welcome to join Eckley

“The Local Share Accounts Program supports projects that promote economic development, community development, and public interest throughout the Commonwealth, and I’m pleased the Glendon Hotel project was selected,” says Lamont G. McClure.

The Glendon Hotel Affordable Housing project will result in five 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhomes. Further funding for this project will be sought through Pennsylvania HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) funds and through an investment of Federal HOME entitlement funds.

Northern R&S

E. Patch Post 470 for their annual Flag Day celebration. The celebration will be held on Wednesday, June 14 at 6 p.m. on the front lawn of the Legion, located at 278 Race St. in Bath. Those attending are encouraged to bring any old, unserviceable flags along with them to retire.

Free Scoliosis Screenings Available in Bethlehem

Submitted by HEIDI BUTLER

Two physical therapists with advanced training in the treatment of scoliosis will offer free screenings for children and adults affected by the medical condition that causes the spine to curve sideways. Scoliosis can cause pain and limit movement, making daily activities difficult. While there is no cure, treatment can help alleviate symptoms and improve mobility.

Screenings will be conducted at The Restoration Space, a holistic health and wellness center in Bethlehem. The Center recently launched a Scoliosis and Complex Spine Program that combines specific scoliosis exercises, stretching, and manual therapy to help people with scoliosis strengthen their muscles, improve posture and increase mobility. Treatment is customized to each client’s unique condition, taking into account their age, severity of the curve, overall health, and personal goals.

Screenings will be conducted by Dr. Megan Griech and Wendy Norelli. Both physical therapists are certified in the Schroth Method, a non-surgical option for scoliosis treatment utilized

County Council approves livable landscapes plan

and the Division of

Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce that Northampton County Council voted to approve Executive McClure’s 2023

Livable Landscape Grant plan by a vote of 9-0 at the Thursday, May 18 meeting. County Council approved all grant projects presented for a total grant award of $1,090,686.00, each adopted by County Resolution.

The 2023 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.

Twelve 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.

“The best way to fight the nonstop warehouse proliferation is to preserve and protect our open space. The Northampton County Livable Landscapes Grant Program does just that. It supports our municipalities and non-profit organizations to protect the County’s important natural features and provide outdoor recreation for future generations,” says Lamont G. 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 that we strive to perfect in our County park system,” said Bryan Cope, Superintendent of Parks & Recreation.

“We commend the grant recipients on high-quality projects,” remarks Sherry Acevedo, Conservation Coordinator and Livable Landscapes Grant Administrator. “Unified themes included improvements to accessibility, stormwater management, outdoor recreation, green infrastructure, trails, stream corridors, and environmentally sensitive land conservation.”

The grant projects were consistent with the goals and recommendations of the Livable Landscapes – An Open Space Plan for Northampton County and other local, regional, and statewide plans. Since 2006, Northampton County has in-

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Continued from page 5 vested over $19 million of Livable Landscapes in grant awards for land conservation, ecological restoration, streambank stabilization, regional trails, parks, recreation, open space plans, and municipal park development and rehabilitation. at major medical centers including Johns Hopkins.

To schedule an appointment for a free screening or to learn more about the Scoliosis and Complex Spine Program, call The Restoration Space at 484421-4220 or visit https://www. therestorationspace.com/.

House fire In Upper Nazareth

By HOME NEWS STAFF

A house fire occurred in Upper Nazareth Township on Monday afternoon, June 5.

Around 2:45 p.m. the fire in the 100 block of N. Liberty Street was reported. The fire began on the deck of the home before spreading into the house. Although the fire was quickly controlled before spreading too far, smoke and water damage were sustained throughout the house.

None of the three residents were home at the time of the fire, however there were pets inside. Two dogs and a cat were rescued from the fire with a second cat running away.

Five nearby departments from surrounding municipalities assisted the Upper Nazareth Fire Department with the call.

Morningstar Living Announces

Resident Carol Freese awarded LeadingAgePA Volunteer Of the Year Distinguished Service Award

Submitted by LIZ BRANDL Morningstar Living is thrilled to announce that Moravian Hall Square resident Carol Freese has been honored with a special LeadingAgePA award. Carol was recognized at the LeadingAgePA Annual Conference on May 17 and presented with the Volunteer of the Year Distinguished Service Award for the state of Pa. This award rec-