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Marcia Hahn had the pleasure of attending Cub Pack 44's Blue and Gold Banquet at the Bushkill Township Volunteer Fire Company, where the pack's adult volunteers were honored. –Facebook photo
Zarayko resigns borough Bath may get reimbursement Ahart’s coloring For snowstorm expenses Manager for retirement Contest by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
Northampton Borough Manager Eugene Zarayko submitted his letter of resignation, effective May 31, 2016, to Borough Council on Thursday. It was accepted with great regret. He has served in the post for the past 30 years. Assistant Borough Manager LeRoy Brobst read the letter, and noted that when Zarayko became manager he was a foreman in public works for the borough. Members of Council praised Zarayko for helping many people as well as the borough and said he will be sorely missed. They also said, “Gene bled black and orange” (the colors symbolic of Northampton).
Other Business • An ordinance was approved on delinquent accounts, noting that there is a 10% penalty as well as a 10% assessed interest on them. • A single bid was opened from AMS Global, Inc. on a new restroom trailer, fully equipped, and delivered to the borough at a price of $64,625. While the borough would have $58,000 from Monroe County casino funds, they still would need another $6,000 and Councilman Ed Pany questioned that. Council voted to delay any action on the bid until the next meeting on March 17. • Two requests for use of the borough’s portable band trailer were approved. Moore Township Continued on page 9
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Bath Borough Council president Mark Saginario, who doubles as emergency management coordinator, reported to Council on Monday that Northampton County has met qualifications for reimbursement of expenses incurred in the January 23-24 snowstorm. When money is made available, FEMA could reimburse Bath Borough 75% of what it cost to clear the snow, including contractors who helped. Several of the committees that were appointed at the start of the new year gave reports. Saginario said he is happy that Council is utilizing these committees and that the borough is steadily moving forward. One improvement is
that the public works department is now reporting the hours spent on each of their tasks. Saginario said many hours were put into business of the personnel, finance and administration committee. Other matters Councilwoman Carol BearHeckman said she received word from the Historic Restoration Commission in Harrisburg that tax credits will be available for eligible persons in the community. She said the Governor Wolf Historical Society antiques show last weekend was a huge success, with more than 600 people attending. She also noted that waters from a recent heavy rain came close to the base of the W. Main St. bridge. Saginario pointed out other places that flooded Continued on page 2
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Car Seat and Car Fit Checks- Saturday April 16 from 10-2 p.m. at Northampton Regional EMS, 1525 Canal St., Northampton. Community driving safety event for both children and mature drivers. 3rd annual Nazareth Jazz Festival Spring Edition- April 30 from noon until 5 p.m. at the Nazareth Boro Park in Nazareth. Bike Fest-Saturday, May 21 from 1-7 p.m. in historic downtown Nazareth. Bands, food, Keystone Harley display, vendors, etc. FMI call 610-759-9188. 38th annual Arts & Crafts Festival- Saturday, June 4 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Hosted on the lawn of the 1740/1743 Whitefield House, Nazareth. Free Open Air Concert- June 18 at Moore Township Rec Center. Crazy Hearts performing from 6-10 p.m. Food, beer and soda will be available for sale. Bath Community Days- Four-day event festival. July 21-24 at Fireman’s Field and Keystone Park. Vendors, 5k, live music, rides, food, demonstrations and more. Stay tuned FMI! Moore Township Community Days- August 26 and 27 at Moore Twp. Rec. Center. Music, fireworks, food, drinks and much more. More info to follow. Spuds and Suds Street Fair- Aug. 27 from 12-8 p.m. Held in Bath. Stay tuned FMI.
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Continued from page 1 from the storm, and believes that with new housing developments springing up in the area, there is more water run-off that is clogging drain pipes that are only 12 winches wide. A new brochure entitled “Guide to Historic Bath and Surrounding Area” has been printed. It lists events going on throughout all of 2016 that will be held in Bath and surrounding townships. One is the opening of the Bath Farmers Market on Friday, May 20. Another is the Creekside Arts Festival slated for Monocacy Park on June 18 from 11 a.m. to
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5 p.m. The annual community yard sale will be held at Firefighters Park on Saturday, Sept. 10, with Rose Ombati coordinating it. • Councilwoman Cynthia Anderson reported that the Nazareth-Bath Area Chamber of Commerce will be making an award to Bath at their annual banquet Sunday, April 9 at 5:30 p.m. in the Dewey Fire Company in Hellertown. • Councilwoman Heckman reported that the Greater Bath Area Chamber of Commerce has opened an office at 106 S. Chestnut Street. • Mayor Fiorella Reginelli-Mirabito will be honored as Good Scout of the Year when the Minsi Trails Boy Scout Council has its fund-raising dinner at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 14 at the BarnHouse Village. • Fire Chief Emilio DeNisi had this report for February: 12 fire dispatches needing 87 manhours; 2 mutual aid to Moore and East Allen Township, for 22 hours; EMS volunteer staffing, 281 hours; training, 202; fire/EMS school, 55.30 hours; administration, 325; equipment maintenance, 15; monrthly fire/ EMS meetings, 10; work detail, 99; fie police, 16, for a total of 1,203 man-hours. A fire truck recently sustained minor damage, and estimates are being taken to make repairs. • A vote was taken on making the tax discount ending at April 15; tax base period ending May 31; sanitation base period, May 15, but for 2016 only. • A resolution was passed supporting submission of a 2016 Community Development Block Grant application for road reconstruction and restoration improvements to the Northampton
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County Dept. of Community & Economic Development. • The meeting was cut short for Council to interview potential crewmembers for the Public Works department. Several ordinances are in the drafting stage.
Pre-season Trout Releases Set in Northampton County
by HOBBY Listed below are the proposed dates and meeting places for preseason stocking of trout by the Pa. Fish & Boat Commission in Northampton County. The dates are tentative and are subject to change in the event of emergencies, inclement weather, or hazardous road conditions. This past Saturday, March 5 personnel in three trucks distributed trout in the Hokendauqua Creek. They met at the Lappawinzo Fish & Game Association in Northampton and went to three sections – Pt. Phillips downstream to Church Rd., Kreidersville to Rt. 329, and Rt. 329 to the mouth of Indian Creek. Today (Thursday, March 10), the meeting place was at StockerContinued on page 3
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town Post Office, and trout were released in the Martins Creek. All meeting times this month will be at 12:30 p.m. The next stocking will be on Saturday, March 12 in four sections of the Monocacy Creek after the truck arrives at the railroad depot on S. Walnut St. in Bath – Depot to the Rt. 512 bridge in East Allen Twsp., Georgetown Rd. to Rt. 191, Illicks Mill dam to Schoenersville Rd., and Schoenersville Rd. to mouth of the creek. Tuesday, March 15, meeting at Stockertown P.O., for stocking in the Little Bushkill Creek. Thursday, March 17, two trucks will meet volunteers at Minsi Lake, and then stock trout in the lake and also Jacoby Creek. Saturday, March 19, three trucks will come to the Nazareth Park, and then out to the Bushkill Creek, where the fish will be put into three sections – Heyer Mill to Filetown Rd., Stocker
Auto Body to Binney & Smith, and 13th St. to mouth of the stream. Tuesday, March 22, meet at Saucon Park, and put the trout into the Lehigh Canal at Bethlehem and Freemansburg. Saturday, March 26, met at the K-Mart store in Walnutport and stock the Lehigh Canal in Walnutport. Tuesday, March 29, stock trout in Saucon Park, Bethlehem. In-season trout releases will be made on April 6, 8, 13, 18, 20, 21, 26, 28 and May 5, 10, and 11 in the Jacoby Creek, Martins Creek, Hokendauqua Creek, Indian Creek, Monocacy Creek, Bushkill Creek, Little Bushkill Creek, Lehigh Canal, Saucon Creek, and Minsi Lake.
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tion, spotting enemy planes. At least once during our shift, Police Officer Caddy Jones or Officer Asher Hahn would stop by to check on us. Since Caddy could not climb the spiral stairs to the top of the Indian Tower, he would bang his nightstick against Scout troop participated in the watch patrol located in the tall monument on the outskirts of Nazareth (the Indian Tower) to spot planes traveling through our area. Two girls would take a twohour shift after school watching the skies for planes. If we spotted a plane overhead, we would take our binoculars and try to identify the plane. Then we would phone a designated number, give the password “Kay Beck Lima 44 Red” and describe the plane which had just passed overhead, as a bi-motor, going in a westerly direction at 5,000 feet at 15:00 hours. It was exciting for us as 13-year-olds to be a part of what we thought was a secret opera-
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the railing and call up to us, “Is everything O.K. up there?” We would answer “Yes” and he would go about his rounds. We felt proud to be doing our civic duty and earning a merit badge at the same time.
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Two appointments made By Moore Twsp. board by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
The Moore Township Board of Supervisors approved two appointments at their monthly business meeting this past Tuesday. Helene Mery was approved as vice chairperson of the Historical Commission and former supervisor Rodney Jarinko was approved as a new member of the Environmental Advisory Council. He is also a member of the township’s planning commission. A discussion was held on speed limits for Beacon Road, where Gerald Reph wants to have a three-lot subdivision of singlefamily homes. After going to the Planning Commission the previous week, it was agreed that there should be signs posted for speed limits, curve ahead and stop ahead, what could amount to a total of eight signs. Suggested limits were 15 and 30 MPH. Township engineer Keystone Consulting had previously studied it and came up with that conclusion. The supervisors agreed that those findings were appropriate. It remains to be seen who will pay for the signs, with engineer Kevin Horvath noting that Reph had agreed to pay for half of them, or $800. Other matters • An improvements extension
was granted for the S&S Custom Homes development of April 16, 2017. • Two resolutions were approved on deeds of dedication for Pheasant Ridge Estates. • The board approved Boy Scout Troop 50 having its annual auction on Monday, June 13 at the township building. • Klecknersville Rangers Vol. Fire Co, fire recorder Jason Harhart had this report for the month of February: The Rangers responded to 33 fire calls (2 fires, 10 motor vehicle accidents, 4 automatic fire alarms, 1 ambulance assist, 1 standby for Bushkill Twsp., 2 mutual aids for an auto accident and odor investigation in Bushkill Twsp., 7 trees down, 3 pump details, 2 carbon monoxide alarms, and 1 wires down), that required 394 manhours; and 60 ambulance calls that needed 240 man-hours from personnel. The firefighters also participated in 204 man-hours of fire and apparatus training.
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Friday, March 11 at 7-8 p.m. Come celebrate Women’s History Month with the Pennsylvania Conservation Heritage Project, the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources, and the Pennsylvania Parks & Forests Foundation. We salute a nearly-forgotten leader in the field of forestry and botany—Mira Lloyd Dock— with a screening of a new and dynamic 30-minute documentary about her contributions. A panel discussion on forestry and parks today and women in conservation featuring Joe Frassetta District Forester in the William Penn State Forest and Rob Neitz Park Manager for Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center. Light refreshments will be served. Wildlife Benefits of a Prescribed Burn Saturday, March 12 at 6-8 p.m. Fire is bad, right? Not always. By purposely setting regulated fires, called prescribed burns, you can improve wildlife habitat. Prescribed burning enhances native plant communities and therefore improves biodiversity. Join us for this talk about this habitat enhancement method and the plans to use it here at Jacobsburg. After the talk we will go out and listen for American Woodcocks, a species which benefits from prescribed burns. Registration is required. Tuesday Trails Tuesday, March 22 at 5:30-7 p.m. Get moving after work with a brisk hike at Jacobsburg. These guided monthly hikes are 2 to 2.5 miles over uneven terrain. Hikers should always bring water and sturdy boots or shoes. Dogs are welcome to hike on leash. Meet by the flag pole at the Visitor Center at 400 Belfast Rd. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting us at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. Reptiles & Amphibians of the Lehigh Valley Friday, March 25 at 6-9 p.m. Join us as we learn about the reptiles and amphibians that occur in the Lehigh Valley. We will discuss the difference between reptiles and amphibians, identification and biology of local species, and the current status of some of these creatures. After the talk, there will be a walk in search of frogs and salamanders. Participants should dress for the weather, wear footwear that can get wet and bring a flashlight. Registration is required. Speaker Series: Andy Curtis Reptiles & Amphibians of the Lehigh Valley Friday, March 25 at 6-9 p.m. Join local herpetologist Andy Curtis as he talks about the reptiles and amphibians that occur in the Lehigh Valley. He'll discuss the differences between reptiles and amphibians, identification and biology of local species, and the current status of some of these creatures. After the talk, Andy will lead a walk in search of frogs and salamanders. Participants should dress for the weather, wear footwear that can get wet and bring a flashlight. Registration is required.
DCNR invites Students to apply For summer Environmental Careers Camp
Via www.apps.dcnr.state.pa.us Young Pennsylvanians interested in pursuing environmental careers are invited to apply by April 15 for DCNR's summer residential camp, DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn said this week. “Exploring Careers Outdoors Camp has become one of DCNR’s strongest success stories since beginning 16 years ago,” said Dunn. “We’ve successfully worked with hundreds of young people to hone their awareness of the natural world and the variety of related careers available to them.” The six-day camp begins Sunday, July 10, at Kirby Episcopal House and Chapel, Mountain Top, Luzerne County. The camp is near Nescopeck State Park and about 10 miles south of WilkesBarre. “Past campers have come from small towns and large cities, forming a unique pool of intelligence, spirit and commitment to environmental improvement,” Dunn said. “In addition, many DCNR employees have supported this camp effort, some coming back year after year.” The camp will introduce 20 students in grades 10-12 to conservation and environmental careers, and encourage their pursuit. From wildlife conservation projects and stream sampling of aquatic life, to forestry skills, daily activities will offer students a hands-on, team-building learning experience in an outdoor setting.
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Participants explore a wide range of career experiences, including water quality assessments, geology field studies, and overnight camping experiences. They will also meet conservation professionals to learn about career opportunities. Offered free of charge, the instruction and daily activities will be overseen by specialists and officials of DCNR’s bureaus of State Parks and Forestry. After the camp, attendees will have a chance to seek internships, jobshadowing and other career-related opportunities through the camp’s mentor program. For more details and applications, visit here; email RA-ECO_ Camp; write to ECO Camp Coordinator, Bureau of State Parks, Outdoor Programming Services Division, P.O. Box 8551, Harrisburg, PA 17105-8551; or call 717-425-5330.
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submitted by LAURA FLAMISCH The Bath Lions Midget Football and Cheerleading organization is proud to enter their 28th season as part of the Lehigh Valley Youth Football League. The organization, established in 1988, promotes sportsmanship and fair play while encouraging the children of the community to have fun in a safe environment. The Lions are excited to welcome a new board this year and hope to create the best season in the organization’s long, proud history. The board and coaches will work together to make sure that every child has a chance to Continued on page 13
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Leonard Kolb, Alice Lerch, A. O. Shiffer, Jr., Mary Shiffer, Elizabeth Shingler, Donald Silfies, Grace Smith, Harold Stocker, Dorothy Wagner, and Alverta Young. I remember a few, which tells you how old I am. Those were the good old days. . . . Folks love to eat out these days. The Lutheran church was jammed with people on Friday for their fish supper and the Town & Country was so crowded they were standing in line with all seats full Saturday morning. I reckon it’s that we love to eat, no matter where or when. . . . With the weather turning warmer, people are seeing the green blades of flowers popping out of the ground, and soon buds on trees. I heard a lady the other day saw a flock of robins digging into the dirt trying to find some worms. . . .Congrats to Gordon Bartholomew, Larry Newhard, Tommy Hahn, Bobby Werner, and Len Altemose, who are 50year members of the local Masonic lodge. . . .Heard someone opine (that’s a Bill O’Reilly word) the other day that it’s a shame our kids live all over the country and not close by anymore. Reckon it’s that they’ve been at college and just have more of a chance to advance themselves these days. Reckon we just hafta deal with it, and book more airline flights back and forth. . . .Good to see Betty Fields getting around again after her long health ordeal. . . .Don’t forget to turn your watch and clock dials AHEAD one hour when you hit the sack Saturday night. Course if you have one of these new-fangled digital alarm clocks it might just do it automatically. Anyhow, Daylight Saving Time starts at 2:00 a.m. Sunday morning. We’ll lose an hour of sleep, but gain some more sunlight in the evening, so that’s a good trade off.
BATH BOWLING Team 3 Sweeps Into Lead Over Team 1 in Die Hards League
Team 3 blew out Team 1, 4 to 0, to take over the lead on March 2 in the Bath Die Hards League. It was a total team effort, with Doug Head, 648; David Guest, 604; Herb Guest, 475, and Wendy Guest, 449. Team 1 fell with Bob R. Kosman, 595; Bob C. Kosman, 475, and Joe Bachman, 407. Team 5 also scored a knockout of Team 6, winning 4 to 0 with Rick Deily, 627; Sherry Longley, 482; Jim Stevens, 473, and Polly Kosman, 448. Team 6 had Michelle Tirrell, 477, and Bert Davidson, 462. Team 4 won 3 to 1 over Team 2. The winners had Gerald Bartholomew, 677; Charmaine Bartholomew, 533, and Amanda Leindecker, 510, while the losers had Kenneth Grube, 642; Emre LaBar, 620; and Terry Bartholomew, 587. STANDINGS W L Team 3 28 16 Team 1 26 18
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Now It’s Daku back In first place in Bath Commercial
There’s a one-game separation all the way down in the standings, but Daku Auto Body split 2 to 2 with Al’s Monsters and took over first place in week 24 of the Bath Commercial Bowling League. Daku: Rich Mutarelli, 200-216-217–633; Al Davidson, 247–623; Scott Bortz, 224-217– 622; Bob Daku, 212-237–619; Bob Faustner, 535. Monsters: Ryan Flick, 248-257–698; Doug Fehnel, 216-225–620; Scott Weinberg, 211–547; Emre LaBar, 532. Maxx Amusements is now second, winning 3 to 1 over Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering to knock them from the lead. Maxx: Anthony Gable, 290-226-227–743; Andy Edelman, 231-233–652; Bill Bachman, 576; George Hyde, 237–562; Randy Frey, 222–544. Carfara’s: Brent Bartholomew, 278-212-228–718; Jason Carfara, 234-237-222–693; Terry Bartholomew, 215-21`4–598; Dino Carfara, 524; Gerald Bartholomew, 515. Bath Supply #2 put the Rice Family in the basement with a 3 to 1 victory, led by Patrick Effting, 231-219-200–650; Taylor Hostler, 223-233–637; John Kerbacher, 232-210–622; Scott McGee, 208–542. Rice: Jack Rice, 2234–592, and Mark Rice, 557. Bath Supply #1 matched the 0 of the vacant team with a 4-win, led by Frank Yeakel, 226-205211–642; Harvey Rissmiller, 211-209–587; Brent Connolly, 207–572; Steve Kerbacher, 213– 563. STANDINGS Daku Auto Body Maxx Amusements Carfara’s Paint Bath Supply #2 Al’s Monsters Bath Supply #1 Rice Family
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Our Best Friends ! s g e L y ir a H e v a H Five reasons to avoid giving bunnies and chicks as Easter presents Via www.inhabitots.com aster is fast approaching -- which means sad times are on the horizon for some cute baby animals. House Rabbit Society (HRS), among other animal advocacy organizations, strongly recommends that parents should not buy their children live Easter animals. Annually, thousands of baby rabbits, chicks, and ducks are purchased as Easter gifts, only to be abandoned or left at shelters in the days, weeks and months that follow Easter. It may seem like a fun idea to buy your child a real-live, cute and cuddly Easter bunny, chick or duck, but doing so may endanger an innocent animal, which is never a good lesson to teach children. Keep reading to see why chocolate animals or organic cotton animals are the best and only choice you should make this Easter. Also, get some suggestions that can help you introduce your child to animals without causing undue pain to any small creature.
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1. It teaches cruelty
Taking in an animal for pure amusement is unfair and cruel to the animal in question.
Many states even allow appalling practices such as dyeing little chicks and bunnies to make them more appealing to young children. The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) notes, “Every year, animal shelters receive a surge of unwanted Easter pets who are given up after the owners have lost interest or are unable to care for them. Unfortunately, many are euthanized due to lack of available homes.” So those cute little animals are killed, just so a child can get a day or two of pleasure? What is this teaching your child? It’s teaching your child that animals are expendable, non-worthy creatures.
2. Easter animals
Do not live Happily in the Wild
To avoid taking an Easter animal to a shelter, and possibly in an effort to be kind, many families release their cute Easter critters into the wild, which may seem better than a shelter where they will most likely be killed, but it’s not. HSUS notes, “Some animals given as gifts are released into the wild when people tire of them. However, these animals
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are domestic species. They’re unable to fend for themselves and usually die of starvation or exposure to the elements, or are preyed upon by other animals.” It’s not just chicks and bunnies either, even the more wild seeming ducks fair poorly in nature. Live Ducks notes that, “A duck dumped into a public pond or lake will likely not survive until its 1st birthday.”
3. It’s unhealthy
When cared for with certain safety precautions in place, animals are perfectly safe. However they can also pose a health danger to small children. The CDC notes, “Young birds often carry harmful bacteria called Salmonella. Each spring some children become infected with Salmonella after receiving a baby chick or duckling for Easter. Harmful bacteria carried in the chick’s and duckling’s intestine contaminates their environment and the entire surface of the animal. Children can be exposed to the bacteria by simply holding, cuddling, or kissing the birds.” Children are very susceptible to these dangers because they tend to cuddle birds, then stick their fingers in their mouths. However, the CDC says that anyone who is sick, has an infection, the elderly and/or pregnant women are also at risk.
4. Animals need real,
Long-term costly care
Rabbits can be a good pet for a child, but not always. While cuddly, rabbits are fragile, frightened by noise, often need a lot of quiet time, don’t always love to be held and may bite a child. Mary Cotter, vicepresident of HRS, says that many of the rabbits purchased as Easter pets will never live to see their first birthday. Many die
from neglect, abandonment and poor care. Cotter notes, “Unless parents are willing to take full responsibility for the possible 10-year lifespan of a live rabbit, they should buy their children chocolate rabbits instead.” Bunnies are expensive pets too. It can cost $100 alone simply to get a bunny neutered or spayed and they need regular vet care. You must pay to feed, care for and house your bunny, plus spend time brushing, clipping nails, potty-training and bunnyproofing your home too. Easter birds are also long-term, expensive, time-intensive pets. Chickens can live for 8 to 10 years and require costly housing, food and sometimes vet care. Some states require licenses to keep chickens as well. Duckling, who are adorable, no doubt, are not good house pets. They need food, care, access to a water source such as a pond, need attention (because they get depressed when left alone) and ducks can live as long as 20 years! Because of the care needed, duck experts do not recommend a duck as a good starter pet for a child.
5. Buying easter
Animals encourages Appalling breeding Practices
If you think that cute chick came from a happy farm, think again. According to Chicken Run Rescue, among other organizations, “Because only hens are wanted for eggs a full quarter billion male chicks a year are disposed of at chicken hatcheries.” Unwanted males are suffocated in garbage bags or ground up alive for fertilizer or feed. Chicks who survive the hatchery are often transported in the mail and can suffer and die due to heat, cold and food
and water deprivation. Because it can be hard to tell if a baby chick is male or female, people often get males, which turn into loud roosters, which are not allowed in many neighborhoods, so these roosters are discarded into the wild or given to a shelter. Buying rabbits amounts to some shady breeding practices as well. When you buy a rabbit or any animal from a pet store, a rabbit mill, or a breeder, you’re only encouraging people to breed more rabbits when there are already a surplus at shelters who need a good home. If you really need a chicken or rabbit, always contact your local Humane Society or find a local rabbit or chicken rescue and adopt an animal in need of a home. Alternative, ethical Easter animal ideas There are plenty of ways to expose your child to Easter-minded creatures that won’t result in death and pain for animals. Instead of buying a tiny bunny, chick or duck this Easter, try the following instead. -Visit an animal sanctuary. There your child will meet and learn about all kinds of animals that are well cared for. -Visit an animal shelter or local rabbit or chicken rescue. -Read a book about bunnies or chicks. -Make some Easter animal crafts. -Give your child a stuffed Easter animal, animal playset or a tasty chocolate critter. If your children are older and ready for a pet and you’d like to get a rabbit or chick, adopt from a shelter. -If you really, honestly cannot manage Easter without a critter, consider renting a chick. Ethical – no, because it’s unnecessary, but it is better than buying a chick and discarding it.
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wants to use it for public events on June 18 and August 26 and 27 for community days. The other request was from Sacred Heart Senior Living in Northampton for August 20. • The Tri-Boro Soccer league was given approval to use the Atlas Sports Complex Monday through Friday from March 21 to June 19. The rental fee is $125. • Councilman Robert Coleman reported that the Atlas Museum received a check for $2,000 from Lafarge Cement. . . He also reported that on April 1 trash bills will become delinquent, with Feb. 16 the final day for early payment discounts. . . $16,500 was sent to the Northampton Area Public Library. As fundraisers the library will be having an Elvis tribute on Friday, March 18 and a polka dance on Saturday, March 19. • Councilman Anthony Pristash announced that the annual Easter egg hunt for Northampton children aged 10 and younger is next Saturday, March 19 at 11 a.m. on the municipal park grounds. Rain date is Sunday, March 20 at 1 p.m. Each child will receive a large chocolate bunny. He also noted that the AARP Tax Aid will prepare tax forms for senior citizens, free of charge, every Monday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., until April 11 at the recreation center. • Councilwoman Judy Kutzler praised the Northampton fire police for their dedication and compassion as she reported 35
responses, including 11 fire calls, 6 funerals, and 30 hours of training. Other matters • Resident Matt Schult reported a water runoff problem from neighboring property. Brobst told him that former farm lands are now housing developments with impervious surfaces. Pany added that they have to get permission from Pa. DEP to put material there to block water. Previously, the borough was fined for trying to improve the Hokendauqua Creek embankment without permission. • Cynthia Miller of Lehigh Township came to Council to inform them that she will be a candidate for State Representative when Julie Harhart completes her term and is not seeking reelection. Mrs. Miller is presently a supervisor in the township. Councilman Anthony Lopzonzski, Sr. advised her to come to the egg hunt to acquaint herself with local people. • Victor Rodite said the local farmers market will open for 19 weeks, from Tuesday, May 24 through Tuesday, Sept. 27. He asked that the borough seek a Northampton County grant to help promote it. In addition, he revealed that Northampton County’s Dept. of Community & Economic Development has $1.4 million for entitlement communities with needs for low to moderate-income individuals. March 18 is the deadline for notifying the county about the intent to apply, and the full application has to be completed before 4 p.m. on April 15.
head on March 12. There will be 40 students (seven teams) from Northampton Area School District attending this event, ranging from Kindergarten through 9th grade. Odyssey of the Mind is an international creative problemsolving program. Teams of up to seven students receive a "longterm" problem at the beginning of the school year that they must solve in an eight-minute performance within a small budget. “It’s a fantastic program that pushes children to think outside the box while exercising skills across every academic and artistic discipline,” said Ryan Balton, tournament official and regional public relations director. “The acting, writing, engineering, scenery, costumes – all aspects of the solution are completely original creations of the students. It’s exciting to see what they come up with.” This year’s long-term problems range from portraying one of Aesop’s fables going viral to engineering a vehicle that team members must ride to pick up recyclable items that tell a story. Teams also receive a secret "spontaneous" problem the day of competition, which they must solve on the spot. The NEPA regional tournament will be held at Pocono Mountain West High School in Pocono Summit for the eighth year in a row. Winners at the regional tournament will advance to state finals in Moon, just outside of
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GFWC spring meeting and Festival of Arts
submitted by JUNE WAHA The GFWC PA Northampton County Federation of Women’s Clubs will hold its spring meeting and Festival of Arts on Saturday, March 12 at 10 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, 12 N. Westbrook Ave, in Pen Argyl. Host club is the GFWC PA Woman’s Club of Pen Argyl with County President Marianne Prestifilippo presiding. Guest speakers will be Diane Lake, GFWC PA Northeastern District Director and Bethany Kuster, a local fourth grade student. Bethany originated “Color for Kids,” a project to provide art supplies for kids in needy schools.
The member clubs from Bangor, Bethlehem, Nazareth, Pen Argyl and Saucon Valley will display the winning entries in Arts and Crafts contests held in their clubs. Best of show awards will be given in the areas of member crafts and photography and student arts. The clubs will donate items for “Color for Kids” including crayons, paints, paintbrushes, markers, color pencils, etc., as well as neck pillows and magazines for the residents at Gracedale. Officers for the 2016-2018 administration will be elected and installed at the meeting.
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submitted by CATHERINE STEWART The Memorial Library of Nazareth & Vicinity’s Almost Spring book sale will be held March 14-19. The hours for the sale are Monday, Friday and Saturday 10-
4:30 p.m. and Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 10-7:30 p.m. For more information, please call the library at 610-759-4932 or visit our website at www.nazarethlibrary.org.
Events at the Sigal Museum March - April 2016 submitted by LINDA HEINDEL Saturday, March 12 - Smithsonian Museum Day Live! Free admission to Sigal Museum with ticket from SmithsonianMaga-
zine.com/museumdaysite. Print it, bring it in that Saturday. The Museum Day Live! ticket provides free admission for two guests. In the spirit of the Smithsonian Museums, which offer
free admission every day, Museum Day Live! is an annual event hosted by Smithsonian magazine in which participating museums across the country open their doors to anyone presenting a Museum Day Live! ticket… for free. Friday, March 18 - “Inspiration for Faces of Northampton County,” talk by artist Kristen Wieder, 7 p.m. Northampton County is nestled between New York and Philadelphia, two major East coast melting pots overflowing with diversity. But these two major cities are not the only ones with diverse heritage in the region. Within Northampton County limits and the greater Lehigh Valley people from all walks of life: different socio-economic backgrounds, cultural heritage, ethnicities, and stories make up the breadth of our community. In this exhibition of portraiture, Kristen Wieder presents us with photo-journalistic stories of interesting locals who make up the greater population of our county and the Lehigh Valley. The exhibition continues until April 12 during regular museum hours. Continuing until March 30, “Here Come the Brides,” exhibit of an array of wedding gowns, suits, and tuxedos from the collections of the Northampton County Historical & Genealogical Society that tell the stories of Northampton County brides and grooms. Spanning from 1840 until 1964, the gowns portray the fashion dictates of each era, from Victorian through Camelot. Free with regular museum admission. Saturday, April 16- “Courthouse Quilters and the Patchwork Tradition,” exhibit runs to August 1 during regular museum hours. The Northampton County Historical & Genealogical Society (NCHGS) has given the members of the Courthouse Quilters their 2016 challenge: Create authentic artisan quilts inspired by the Society’s own rich collection of quilts! This textile challenge and exhibition happily celebrates the patchwork tradition of Northampton County. Why do we quilt? How has quilting changed over the years? And why have popular quilting blocks stood the test of time? These are questions the Courthouse Quilters and Patchwork Tradition exhibition will cover, with hands-on opportunities for visitors, unique programming and one-of-a-kind quilts. The Courthouse Quilters’ creations utilize a variety of techniques and styles like applique and spider web designs from popular Victorian crazy quilts. From April 16-July 31, these colorful one-of-a-kind Courthouse Quilts, in conjunction with NCHGS’ unique collection of quilts, will be on display exclusively at the Sigal Museum in Historic Downtown Easton. Free with museum admission. Sunday, April 17- 1-3 p.m. Courthouse Quilters members
demonstrate quilting techniques. See April 16. Saturday, April 23- 6 p.m. ACE (Art Community of Easton) Spring Show opening reception. Small Works Show on display until June 1. Exhibit free with museum admission. Saturday and Sunday, April 23 and 24 -11 a.m. – 5 p.m. ACE Tour, see displays around city of Easton. The event features a walking tour of the studios of ACE artists in downtown Easton, PA Saturday, April 23 and Sunday, April 24- 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Arts Community of Easton members will be opening the doors to their studios and galleries, and some will offer demonstrations of their craft, and explanations of their processes. Patrons, collectors, and enthusiasts are invited for this free event. Saturday, April 30- 1 p.m. “Early America’s Favorite Drink: Researching and Recreating Historical (Hard) Cider,” Damian Siekonic and Mark Turdo. Damian Siekonic and partner in brewing, Mark Turdo, will share their research on early American cider production and consumption. They will provide recreated ciders made from historical recipes. Siekonic is the owner of Blackledge Winery. When not making wine for Blackledge he is managing producer of Privateer Media, LLC, a historical production and resource company. He has worked in the commercial wine industry and has over twenty years of winemaking experience. He has a journalism degree from Boston University and is a published author on subjects of early American history. Mark A. Turdo is the guest cidermaker at Blackledge Winery. The rest of the time he is a museum curator with over thirty years of museum experience (professional and otherwise) with a lifelong interest in studying and recreating various
aspects of early American history. He experiments with historic cider recipes at home, researches the history of cider in America, and writes about both on his blog, “Pommel Cyder.” Free with museum admission or $5 donation for talk only.
ANDY’S CORNER by ANDY WEAVER The winter sports season here at Nazareth is coming to a close. The Nazareth girls basketball team started the PIAA State Tournament on Friday, March 4 when they went to Pleasant Valley High School to take on Conestoga and fell 57-54 in that game to end the season with a 19-9 record. The Nazareth wrestling team participated in the Regional Tournament at Liberty High School on March 4 and March 5 where seven wrestlers punched a ticket to Hershey at the Giant Center in the State Tournament on March 10-12. First action will be at 4 p.m. on March 10, the Quarterfinals will be at 1:30 p.m. on March 11, the Semifinals will be at 8:30 a.m. on March 12, and the Championship will be at 6:30 p.m. on March 12, which will be televised live on the Pennsylvania Cable Network. District 11 swept all 14 titles at the PIAA Northeast Regional wrestling tournament. The Regionals winners for Nazareth were Tyson Klump, Sammy Sasso, Travis Stefanik and Brock Wilson. All won at Liberty this past weekend. District XI securing 41 of the 56 available state berths and crowning all 14-region champions. The Nazareth Swimming team participated in their Districts the weekend of March 4 at Parkland High School where the girls got sixth and the boys got eighth. Stay tuned next week to find out how the wrestling team did in Hershey.
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Obituaries Virginia M. Bittenbender
JUNE 3, 1917 – MARCH 3, 2016 Virginia M. Bittenbender, 98, of Bath died Thursday, March 3. She was the wife of the late George Bittenbender for 56 years before he died in 1993. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother, who cherished spending time with her family. Born June 3, 1917 in Chapman Quarries, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Annie (Mitchell) Herd. She was a member of Christ Church of Bath U.C.C. and enjoyed knitting and needlework. Surviving are two daughters, Sharon L. Schrantz of East Allen Township and Diane Schlegel of Moore Township; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Muriel “Maggie” Davis of Sonoita, Arizona and Marilyn Kolb of Danielsville; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by an infant daughter, Roberta, and an infant sister, Shirley. Services were held on Monday morning in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown, followed by interment in Fairview Cemetery, Moorestown. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ Church of Bath U.C.C., 109 S. Chestnut St., Bath, PA 18014, and/or Bath Area Food Bank, 206 E. Main St., Bath, PA 18014.
Anna E. Carchio
NOV. 15, 1919 – FEB. 27, 2016 Anna Elizabeth Carchio, 96, of Lower Nazareth Township, died on Saturday, February 27 in Manor Care, Easton. She was the wife of the late Anthony J. Carchio for 48 years before he died on May 23, 1994. She worked several jobs throughout her life – as a beautician, a necktie presser for Forte Neckwear, a waitress at the Blue Anchor, in the food service for Nazareth School District, and the Purity Food Market. Born November 15, 1919 in Bethlehem, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Matus. She was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Bethlehem Township.
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Surviving is a daughter, Joanne Carchio, with whom she resided. Preceding her in death were a sister, Margaret Fuisz, and a nephew, Zoltan Fuisz. A graveside service was held on Friday at Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem. Arrangements were by the Connell Funeral Home, Bethlehem. Memorial contributions made be made in Anna’s name to a charity of one’s choice.
Henry I. Goodspeed
MARCH 26, 1968 – FEB. 24, 2016 Henry I. “Hank” Goodspeed, 47, of Bath died on Wednesday, February 24. He was the husband of the late Nicole A. Markle for 15 years before she died in January 2015. He worked as a lab technician for BASF, Inc. in Iselin, N.J. for the past 15 years. Born on March 26, 1968 in South Amboy, N.J., he was a son of Joan (Rodziewicz) Perry of Largo, Fla. and Joseph Perry of Carrolltown, Pa. In addition to spending time with his family, working around the house and doing yard work and landscaping, Hank devoted time to coaching little league sports in which his son was involved. He also enjoyed taking frequent trips to Disney World. Besides his parents, he is survived by a daughter, Devynn Ann; a son, Dillon Michael; two brothers, Ronald Goodspeed and Joey Perry; two sisters, Linda Tolmachewich and Michele Salmon; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his maternal grandparents, John and Loretta Rodziewicz. Services were held at the convenience of the family, as arranged by the Schmidt Funeral Home, Nazareth. Memorial contributions may be made to an account established for his children, and may be sent to the Reach Credit Union (where Nicole Goodspeed worked until her passing), P.O. Box 3449, Redwood City, CA 94064, to the attention of Chris Petro. Checks payable to “FBO Goodspeed Children.”
Angela E. Groller
Angela E. Groller, 88, died on Tuesday, February 12, 2016 in Cedarbrook, Allentown. She was the wife of the late Elwood J. Groller, who died in 2005. She and her husband owned and operated Groller’s Market in Allentown. They retired to Pompano Beach, Florida, where they spent many years. Born in Northampton, she was a daughter of the late Stephen and Theresa (Gratzel) Lang. She enjoyed listening to music, favoring Austrian and German, and was always ready to dance. She instilled her love of music into her family. Surviving are two sons, Richard of Allentown and James of Allentown; two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a sister, Anna Zareczky, of Northampton; and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass was held on Wednesday morning in Queenship of Mary Church, Northampton.
Clarence Groller
Clarence “Kit” Groller, 87, of Ballietsville, North Whitehall Township, died Friday, March 4, 2016 at home. He was the husband of Hilda I. (Lilly) Groller since Sept. 7, 1957. He was employed as a night watchman by the former Cross Country Clothes, Botany 500 Group, Northampton, retiring in 1995. Born in Stiles, Whitehall Township, he was a son of the late Joseph and Ann a (Yost) Groller. He was a member of Egypt Community Church in Whitehall Township. Clarence enjoyed gaming, hunting, fishing and attending the Raccoon Club in East Allen Township. Besides his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Bonnie L. Keim, of Marshalls Creek, Monroe County; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a brother,
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Desert Storm’s most incredible story, says Marine Maj. Gen. Charles Krulak, was the “miracle well” that appeared out of no where to supply 100,000 gallons of water a day for U.S. soldiers during the 1991 war in the Persian Gulf. Krulak was assigned to prepare supplies for the frontal assault by allied forces against Iraqi troops. As the threat of chemical warfare loomed, ample water for decontamination procedures became more apparent. Krulak had sufficient water available, but then he received orders to move his operation to an area called the “gravel plains,” 74 miles to the northwest, where attempts to locate a water source repeatedly failed. Krulak exhausted all resources except one which he consulted every morning. He had made a habit of praying with staff members who wished to join him at 7:15 a.m. “I was on my knees every day praying for water,” Krulak said. On Sunday before church with only a few days remaining before the ground attack, a colonel interrupted the early morning prayer with a request for Krulak to accompany him. As the two traveled, they came upon what looked like a pipe rising out of the ground about 30 yards off the road. Looking closer, they saw a brightly painted red pump at the base of the pipe, a green diesel generator, four new batteries still wrapped in plastic and 1,000 gallons of diesel fuel stored in a tank. All the equipment was new, and everything seemed ready to go. Krulak pushed the start button and the generator started! That well produced the 100,000 gallons of water a day needed for the assault! “There was no way anyone could have driven down that road and not seen that well and equipment painted in multiple colors!” said Krulak. Yet, prior to that Sunday, he had often passed it without seeing it and so did 20,000 troops! Krulak firmly believes that the well appeared as an answer to prayer.
Alfred, of Coeur D’Alene, Idaho; and nephews. Preceding him in death were eight brothers and two sisters. Services were held on Wednesday morning in the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, followed by interment in Egypt Cemetery, Whitehall Township. Contributions may be made to the Stroke Association, 7272 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX 75231.
Barry R. Moyer
AUG. 23, 1951 – MARCH 3, 2016 Barry R. Moyer, 64, of Bath, died on Thursday, March 3. He was the husband of Sandra (Roth) Moyer. He was a sales manager in various retail outlets for most of his life. Born August 23, 1951 in Allentown, he was a son of the late Franklin and June (Trexler) Moyer. In his spare time, Barry loved going on trips with his family. He enjoyed watching baseball and football, and was an avid reader, particularly enjoying history. Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, Chris; a brother, Frank; brother-in-law, Wayne, and five nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Richard. Services were held on Tuesday evening in the Weber Funeral Home, Allentown.
John E. Rogers, Jr.
SEPT. 24, 1931 – FEB. 28, 2016 John E. Rogers, Jr., 84, of Whitehall Township, formerly of Allen and Lehigh townships, died on Sunday, February 28. He was the husband of Carol A. (Pizappi) Rogers for 61 years. He graduated from Bloomfield Technical High School in New Jersey and later attended Officer Candidate School while serving in the military. John’s military career spanned more than 20 years before he retired from the U.S. Air Force as a major. He served in both the Navy during the Korean War and the Air Force during the Vietnam War, and was awarded the Bronze Star. Following his military career, John was employed by Kraft Foods in Fogelsville, where he worked as a maintenance supervisor for 15 years before retiring in 1987. Born September 24, 1931 in Newark, N.J., he was a son of the late John E. Rogers, Sr. and Mar-
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garet E. (Dawkins) Gallfy. John enjoyed home remodeling projects, working on cars, and he always expressed a special affection for dogs. In addition to his wife, he is survived by four sons, J. David Rogers of Darien, Connecticut, Frank J. Rogers of Summit Hill, Pa., Stephen E. Rogers of New Canaan, Connecticut, and Ken A. Rogers of Walnutport; two daughters, Laurie A. Delloso of Coplay and Debbora L. Romig of Walnutport; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a brother, David Rogers, of Scranton; a sister, Maryann Swanson, of Little Falls, N.J.; a niece and two nephews. He was predeceased by a granddaughter, April Marie, in 2000. A memorial service with military honors, in celebration of John’s life, was held this past Thursday morning in the Zentz Community Center at Fellowship Villa, Whitehall. Interment was private. Arrangements were by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Contributions in memory of John may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Rd., Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256.
Andrew J. Szczepanski
JAN. 31, 1984 – FEB. 26, 2016 Andrew John Szczepanski, 32, of East Allen Township, died on Friday, February 26 at home. He was a 2002 graduate of Bethlehem Catholic High School, where he was a member of the football team (#52). He then continued his education at Northampton Community College, Gainesville Community College in Florida, University of Hawaii, and DeSales University. Born January 31, 1984 in Fountain Hill, he was a son of Richard, Sr. and Gloria (Hartzell) Szczepanski. Surviving beside his parents are grandparents Harry Hartzell and Catherine Szczepanski; a brother, Richard Szczepanski, Jr.; a sister, Angela Dixon; three nephews; a niece; two uncles, and an aunt. Services were held on Friday morning in the Weber Funeral Continued on page 12
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Home, Allentown, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Allentown.
John E. Williams, Jr.
DEC. 10, 1928 – MARCH 4, 2016 John E. “Pappy Jack” Williams, Jr., 87, of Bath died on Friday, March 4 in St. Luke’s University Hospital, Fountain Hill. He was the husband of the late Maryann D. “Tootie” (Moser) Williams for 18 years before she died in 2006. After serving in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II, John was employed as a heavy equipment mechanic for many years before retiring in 1994. He was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local #542. Born December 10, 1928 in Plainfield, N.J., he was a son of the late John E., Sr. and Evelyn B. (Spencer) Williams. He was a life member of the Bath Republican Club, where he formerly served on the board and bartended. John enjoyed NASCAR and was an avid Denver Broncos football fan. Surviving are two daughters, Sally A. Frisch of Bath and Jacqueline C. McMillan of Glenwood, Colorado; three sons, Frank C. Frisch of Bath, Ken-
neth J. Williams of Collegeville, and Richard C. Williams of Colorado Springs; 10 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; a greatgreat-grandson; a brother, Gordon Williams, of New Jersey; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a daughter, Barbara J. Elko; two brothers, Robert and Donald Williams, and a sister, Ceil Gergenti. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Rd., Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256.
Naomi A. Ziegenfuss
SEPT. 24, 1928 – FEB. 29, 2016 Naomi G. Ziegenfuss, 87, of Walnutport, died on Monday, February 29 in Moravian Village, Bethlehem. She was the wife of Alton D. Ziegenfuss since August 20, 1954. She was a member of Bethany Wesleyan Church, Cherryville. Born on September 4, 1928 in Pennsville, she was a daughter of the late Marvin and Mabel (Easterday) Kleppinger. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, David and James Ziegenfuss, and two daughters, Suzanne Hoyle and Mary Laubach, all of Walnutport; a sister, Maybelle Smith; 10 grandchildren and five great-
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trial League. But now in week 25 as the second half moves along, Bath Drug has a big lead. Bath Drug, Holy Family and Taylor Honey all won 3 to 1 decisions that week. The druggist representatives won the match over Harhart’s with Bob Adams, 354-230–709; Don Arndt, 268-220–679; Eric Spooner, 180–526, and Andrew White, 476. Harhart’s: “Butch” Holland, 257-225–652; Bill Bachman, 203–582; Tony Holva, 498; Randy Fritz, 356. Holy Family tripped Fensty’s Restoration with John Facinelli, 273-250–732; David Betz, 246-220–684; Jim Bendekovitz, 258-230–675; Kevin Searles, 241-220–663; Jordan Meixsell, 226-220–622. Fensty’s: Matt Paulus, 247-225–660; Marty Csencsits, 300–611; Mark Flamisch, 209–538; Joe Schwartz, 480. Taylor Honey overcame Flurer Machine and had Milt Kelly, 257-240–664; Ed Taylor, 233120–658; Scott Friebolin, 243230–646; Jack Troxell, 215–552; Kyle Taylor, 182–525. Flurer: Dave Roman, 205-201–578; Craig Kelty, 197–518; Steve Hanscom, 445; Howard Davidson, 403. Hear PA and G&L Sign Factory split, 2 to 2. G&L: Jason Eberts, 248–664; Evan Rehrig, 253–610; Mike Reese, 204–570; Gary Gower, Jr., 199–567; Corey Fritz, 432. Hear PA: Mike Derwinski, 220–578; Steve Kerbacher, 210–572; Mike Jamiol, 187– 548; John Wesolowski, 186–510. STANDINGS W L Bath Drug 27.5 12.5 G&L Sign Factory 23 17 Hear PA 22 18 Fensty’s Restoration 21 19 Taylor Honey 21 19 Holy Family 21 19 Flurer’s Machine 12.5 27.5 Harhart’s 12 28
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play and feels like their skills are important to the team. The organization offers competitive football and cheerleading teams for children, ages five through fourteen, while learning the values of teamwork and perseverance. Volunteers are always welcome and board meetings, held on the first Thursday of every month, are open to parents, aspiring coaches, and community members. Board Members: President - Randy Roberts Vice President - Roseanne Jones Treasurer - Angela Humbertson Secretary - George Argeros The Lions are proud to announce their Football Camp, which will be held at Cliff Cowling Field on Saturday, May 14. Registration begins at 8 a.m. This camp is open to kids from any team or community. However, players joining the Bath Lions for the season will receive a discount if they attend the camp.
Northampton Area Public Library events
submitted by SUSAN SENTZ The next Preschool Block Party at the library will be Saturday March 19 at 10:00 a.m. Join us for free play, hands on learning with blocks. No registration required, call the library at 610-262-7537 for more information. The Northampton Area Public Library will hold a program on PA German Lenten and Easter Customs presented by the Lehigh Valley Heritage Museum on Wednesday March 23 at 6:00 p.m. Please call the library at 610-262-7537 to register for this free event. The library will have Teen Fandom Jeopardy on Monday March 21 at 6:30 p.m. All teens welcome for this event on your favorite fandoms. The Friends of the Northampton Area Public Library will hold its annual Vera Bradley Bingo on Sunday April 3. Doors open at 11:00 a.m. and the bingo starts at 1:00 p.m. Join the fun of the bingo, 50/50 drawing, Chinese Auction,
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Local woman Makes dean’s List
submitted by DOUG MOSER Allyson Zelienka, of Walnutport, was named to the Dean’s List for the fall semester at East Stroudsburg University. Being named to the Dean’s list means that you are taking, at least, 12 credits and have a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Zelienka is studying at the College of Arts and Science at the school and has excelled in academic endeavors throughout her college career. She is the daughter of Joseph and Heather Zelienka and the granddaughter of Doug Moser of Northampton.
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The Classifieds POCONO MOUNTAIN INDUSTRIAL PARK AUTHORITY (PMIPA) ADVERTISEMENT FOR STATEMENT OF INTEREST CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION SERVICES SR 0115 SECTION ARC WIDENING PROJECT The PMIPA (Sponsor) will retain a PennDOT approved/qualified consulting engineering firm to provide construction inspection (CI) services for SR 0115 Section ARC Widening Project (From I-80 WB Off-Ramp to bridge over Tobyhanna Creek in Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County). This is a state funded project and as such all state regulations must be followed. Construction is expected to commence in July of 2016 and be completed by the end of December of 2016. This project is the construction of approximately 0.41 mile of a four (4) lane to two (2) lane roadway widening project on existing alignment, starting from the existing intersection with the I-80 Westbound Off-Ramp at the Blakeslee Exit to the SR 0115 bridge over the Tobyhanna Creek in Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County. The project includes widening for an extension of the dual northbound lanes of SR 0115 to north of the intersection of SR 0115 and Commercial Blvd., a northbound right turn lane and a southbound left turn lane on SR 0115 at Commercial Blvd, widening of Commercial Blvd for a westbound right turn lane, and realignment of the I-80 WB Off-Ramp channelized right turn. The project also includes a new traffic signal at the intersection of SR 0115 and Commercial Blvd., storm drainage improvements, bituminous curb, shoulders, guide rail, signing, delineation, pavement markings, erosion and sediment control, restoration and other miscellaneous construction items. Several utility poles will be relocated by the utility companies as coordinated work to accommodate the widened roadway. The project’s construction estimate is $1,500,000. The Sponsor will be using a modified selection process for this agreement. The Sponsor will review and rank all statements of interest (SOIs) based on their responses. The highest-ranked firm will be asked to submit a technical proposal and a price proposal for purposes of negotiation. The prime consultant and all sub-consultants must be PennDOT approved/qualified and ECMS business partners. The chosen consultant for this agreement will provide construction inspection staff under the direction of the Sponsor and PennDOT. It is anticipated that a construction inspection staff for this assignment will consist of the following number of inspectors: 1-TCIS, and 1-TCI will be required. All inspection staff must meet the requirements for the inspection classifications as detailed in PennDOT’s “General Requirements and Information for Construction Inspection Agreements” (revision 04/09/2015) and any additional requirements that may be set forth in this advertisement. In order to be capable of addressing any tasks associated with the contractor's activities over the life of the project, the Sponsor reserves the right to increase or decrease inspection staff on each part (or work order). The number of inspectors and classifications listed above is solely for the selection process. This is an estimate based on available information at the time of the advertisement. Understandably, the number and classifications may vary depending on various factors. Adjustments can be made provided the staffing requested is within the standard scope of work. The Sponsor encourages responses from small firms; local firms; minority and disadvantaged firms; and firms who have not previously performed work for the Sponsor. The DBE goal is 8% of the total agreement cost. The Sponsor in accordance with Title VI of the U.S. Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Parts 21 and 23 of 49 C.F.R., notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that DBE will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and that no person will be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex or national origin in consideration for an award. The Statement of Interest is to be received by the Pocono Mountains Industrial Park Authority by 5:00pm EST, March 11th 2016. Please mark “SR 0115 Section ARC Widening Project – CI” on the outside of the package or envelope for internal identification purposes. Any SOI received after this time will not be considered. SOIs may be hand delivered or sent via mail to: Pocono Mountains Industrial Development Authority 300 Community Drive, Suite D Tobyhanna, PA 18466 SOIs shall include the following: One-page cover letter and 3 pages maximum (all 8-1/2” x 11”, no fold outs) of project discussion and team qualifications. U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Form 330 for the prime consultant and all sub-consultants. Identify the Project Manager who will coordinate inspectors’ assignments. Tabulations or listing (no graphic representation) of only the prime consultant’s workload for all PennDOT and PA Turnpike Commission projects for the office(s) where the work for this project would be performed. Include both current agreements and projects on which you have been selected where the agreements are pending. Also, identify those projects to which your proposed manager is or will be assigned. Include full disclosure of any potential conflict of interest by the prime or any sub consultant based on Engineering Involvement Restrictions Guidelines as established in PennDOT’s Publication 93 Chapter. If there are no potential conflicts you shall include the following statement: "I have reviewed PennDOT Publication 93 Chapter 1 and determined that there are no potential conflicts of interest for anyone on this Agreement team." Include full disclosure of any potential conflict with the State Adverse Interest of State Advisor or Consultant Statute by the prime or any sub consultant. If there is no adverse interest you shall include the following statement: "I have reviewed the State Adverse Interest Statute and determined that there is no adverse interest for anyone on this Agreement team." SOIs will be evaluated by the following criteria: 1) Review of the inspectors’ resumes, including the length of employment with the submitting firm, with emphasis on construction inspection capabilities and specific project work assignments and timeframes. Work experience and supervisory experience on PennDOT projects indicating and understanding of PennDOT's requirements, policies, and specifications. How did the team perform on past projects? [35%] 2) How will the Inspection staff work with PennDOT to assure contractor compliance with environmental permit conditions? [15%] 3) Number of NICET, NECEPT Bituminous Certification, PennDOT Certified Concrete Field Testing Technician Certification Inspectors in each classification. [10%] 4) How will Management and Inspection staff work with the Sponsor to assure the contractor meets the project milestones? [10%] 5) Firm's commitment to quality control and quality assurance process as demonstrated in the firm's Statement of Interest and the firm's QA/QC Plan on file in ECMS with PennDOT. [10%] 6) How will the Inspection staff work with the Sponsor to assure contractor compliance with environmental permit conditions? [10%] 7) How will the Firm's commitment to a quality control and quality assurance process as demonstrated in the firm's Statement of Interest and the firm's QA/QC Plan on file in ECMS with PennDOT be performed? [10%] The Department is expecting when training becomes available for CDS-V3 mobile, the selected firm should ensure their Inspectors and Supervisors obtain the required training since this project will be using this software for documentation. Please complete and return the attached Employee Summary Sheet. The Summary Sheet should be included with the Statement of Interest and will not count towards the 3 page limit. iPad Device Requirements: All inspection staff are required to have iPads with 4G service unless otherwise agreed to by the Department PennDOT apps are designed to support iPad 4 or newer which are running the latest version of iOS. iPad’s must have a minimum of 16 GB internal storage Cost of device and IT support services will be the responsibility of the consultant. Cellular service costs may be reimbursed if the firm can provide a written policy to ensure direct project costs. This documentation must be attached to the technical proposal for each firm charging cellular service. The consultant will also need to enroll in the Apple VPP . All custom B2B apps will be made available to business partners through the Apple VPP store. This requires creating a Business Apple ID at deploy.apple.com. To register, you will need to provide a business phone number and email address, Dun & Bradstreet number, valid business address and a tax registration number, if applicable. Once this process is complete, notify PennDOT in accordance with the Apple Business Guide of your Apple ID and Requested Apps. For security purposes, PennDOT iPad apps are provided only to approved business partners through the VPP store. This access is controlled by your Business Apple ID. Once you have registered, provide your business’s Apple ID along with the requested apps to PennDOT by contacting the PennDOT IT Service Desk. Once your account has been approved and the apps made available, you will be contacted by PennDOT. For more detail on enrolling in Apple VPP or Downloading and Distributing apps from the VPP Store, please refer to the Apple VPP Business Guide. For any questions related to the PennDOT approval process or ECMS credentials, please visit http://www.dotdom3.state. pa.us/ecms/BP_Reg/index.html The anticipated date of selection for this agreement is on or about April 7, 2016 with a NTP anticipated for July 5, 2016. Anticipated completion date is April 2017. Any contact for additional information should be made to cleonard@pmedc.com or dnoonan@pmedc.com. (3/3 & 3/10)
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2016 MAINTENANCE AND ROAD MATERIALS Sealed Proposals will be received by the Borough Secretary of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, at the Borough Building, 134 S. Main Street, until 4:00 p.n. prevailing time, Thursday, March 31, 2016 for furnishing the 2016 MAINTENANCE AND ROAD MATERIALS. Bids will be opened and read aloud at 7:00 p.m., that same day, at the Borough Council Chambers, 159 W. Center St., Nazareth, PA. All available information covering the furnishing of this equipment, including a list of accessories, can be secured from Mr. Robert J. Reimer, Public Works Superintendent (610-759-0401) or the office of the Borough Engineer, Albert R. Kortze, P.E. of Keystone Consulting Engineers, 2870 Emrick Boulevard, Bethlehem, PA 18020. 610865-4555. Bids are to be submitted in duplicate, accompanied by a properly certified check drawn to the order of the Borough of Nazareth, or a Bid Bond in the amount of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00).
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2016 RENTAL EQUIPMENT Sealed Proposals will be received by the Borough Secretary of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, at the Borough Building, 134 S. Main Street, until 4:00 p.n. prevailing time, Thursday, March 31, 2016 for furnishing the 2016 Rental Equipment. Bids will be opened and read aloud at 7:00 p.m., that same day, at the Borough Council Chambers, 159 W. Center St., Nazareth, PA. All available information covering the furnishing of this equipment, including a list of accessories, can be secured from Mr. Robert J. Reimer, Public Works Superintendent (610759-0401) or the office of the Borough Engineer, Albert R. Kortze, P.E. of Keystone Consulting Engineers, 2870 Emrick Boulevard, Bethlehem, PA 18020. 610-865-4555. Bids are to be submitted in duplicate, accompanied by a properly certified check drawn to the order of the Borough of Nazareth, or a Bid Bond in the amount of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00).
The successful bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond with corporate surety in the amount of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) within twenty (20) days of the award, guaranteeing compliance with the specifications, and delivery within the time specified by the bidder in his bid. Bids should be plainly marked “BID FOR 2016 MAINTENANCE AND ROAD MATERIALS.”
The successful bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond with corporate surety in the amount of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) within twenty (20) days of the award, guaranteeing compliance with the specifications, and delivery within the time specified by the bidder in his bid. Bids should be plainly marked “BID FOR 2016 RENTAL EQUIPMENT.”
The Borough of Nazareth reserves the right to reject and or all bids.
The Borough of Nazareth reserves the right to reject and or all bids.
Paul Kokolus Borough Secretary/ Treasurer Nazareth Borough Council (3/10 & 3/17)
Paul Kokolus Borough Secretary/ Treasurer Nazareth Borough Council (3/10 & 3/17)
Moore Township Historical Commission
submitted by KAREN GRUBE The Moore Township Historical Commission met on February 24 at the township municipal building. The commission’s officers for the 2016 calendar year are Chairman Charmaine Bartholomew, Vice Chairman Helen Mery and Secretary, Janet Kline. Items discussed at the meeting included upcoming work to the Edelman schoolhouse on Longley Road. There was a discussion about the available options of windows to replace the old ones in the school. Also, an update was given about the upcoming removal of old paint followed by plasterwork and painting of walls. Work will be needed on the school’s floor as well. Plans are being made to participate in the township’s Community Days on August 26 and 27, to be held at the township’s recreation center. The commission discussed the possibility of setting up a stand and providing a bus tour on that weekend. Volunteers or new members are welcomed to help with the work at the schoolhouse or with events
at the township celebration in August. The commission continues to collect information about Moore Township. The commission is seeking artifacts, photos and stories about the families, churches, schools and businesses, which are part of the township’s history. If you have any such items, we would like to copy these items (with your permission) to help chronicle the township’s history. Please label your items with name, address, and telephone number or email address so that your memories can be returned. Donations of items can be dropped off at the municipal building at 2491 Community Drive or given to any historical commission member: Charmaine Bartholomew, Vernell Meyers, Janet Kline, Karen Grube, Helene Mery, Art Edelman, Dan Tanczos, Kim Silfies or Thomas Veranna. Your help would be appreciated. If you would like to meet with the commission to share your knowledge of the township, the commission meets the last Wednesday of each month. Next meeting will be March 30.
Clock ticking on Phantoms’ playoff hopes
those 46 AHL shutouts while a member of the Adirondack Phantoms from 2010-13. He also appeared in 32 NHL games with the Flyers, not including the 8-3 record in the 2010 Stanley Cup Playoffs with three shutouts that marked what was thought to be an impossible comeback from down three games to none against the Boston Bruins and a trip to the Finals against the Chicago Blackhawks. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins captain Tom Kostopoulos became just the fourth person in hockey history to appear in 600 regular season games in both the AHL and NHL on Sunday when Kostopulos’ Penguins hosted the Hershey Bears. Kostopoulos is the Penguins’ all-time leader in games played, points, goals, assists, points and games played and joins current
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Florida Panthers forward Shawn Thornton, as well as Dave Creighton and AHL Hall of Famer Jim Morrison as the only members of the 600/600 club. The AHL Pens’ captain made his 600th AHL game count, tallying three assists in the Pens’ 5-4 win over the Bears Sunday evening. Up Next The Lehigh Valley Phantoms (27-28-2-3) continue on in their five-game road swing Wednesday night at the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza when they take on rival Wilkes-Barre/Scranton at 7:05 p.m. ET. The Phantoms then travel to Connecticut on Saturday for a 3:00 p.m. afternoon tilt at the XL Center against the Hartford Wolf Pack. Follow Tony on Twitter -> @TonyAndrock
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It's now or never for the Phantoms if they want to play past mid-April this season. -Photo by Nina Weiss/The Home News
by TONY ANDROCKITIS (@TonyAndrock) After back-to-back losses last weekend pushed the Lehigh Valley Phantoms to nine points away from the AHL Eastern Conference’s final playoff position, the writing is on the wall. Either string together a stretch of wins on this current five-game road trip to get the ball rolling in the right direction, or be ready to call April 17th’s game at home against the Syracuse Crunch the last game of the season. Despite putting up 36 shots on the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Friday night and following that up with 35 shots the next night in Binghamton against the Senators, the Phantoms had just one goal – a 2nd period tally from Petr Straka - to show for it in a pair of losses that head coach Scott Gordon says has simply dug the team into a hole. “I feel like we have lost so many of those games where we were the much better team,” Straka said after the Phantoms’ latest setback Saturday in a 3-1 loss to Binghamton. “We either
didn’t get the bounces or weren’t hard enough around the net and despite out-shooting and outchancing the opponents, we just lost those games. That’s the difference between us and the teams that are in the playoff positions right now.” Playing well and not getting the results simply isn’t cutting it for the Phantoms right now, and the players in the locker room will be the first to agree. Still with just 16 games left on the regular season schedule, it’s a tall task of a team to make up nine points in the Atlantic Division standings. “It's big time frustration,” veteran forward Jay Rosehill said, adding, “We have had good starts to the last couple of games, but pucks aren't going into the net. We need to stay on the formula that has gotten us those good periods. It just seems that few mistakes here and there are ending up in the back of our net and it's costing us.” Straka said he couldn’t speak for the rest of his teammates, but that it’s pretty much now or never for Lehigh Valley if they want to
contend for postseason position. “I’ve been going into the games recently as if it’s do or die,” Straka explained. “We obviously didn’t help ourselves the weekend. The best case for us would be to get 16 wins, or whatever is left. We have said it many times that if we keep playing like this we are going to win games, so hopefully we are going to turn it around and get a streak going. At least give those teams some pressure. We’ll keep pushing.” Weekend of milestones There were no shortages of achievements over the weekend, as former Phantoms and Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Michael Leighton broke the AHL’s all-time shutout record with his 46th career regular season shutout in the Rockford IceHogs’ 5-0 blanking of the Lake Erie Monsters Saturday night. The record was broken after nearly 59 years when legendary netminder Johnny Bower set the mark back in March 10th, 1957 after an 11 year career with the Cleveland Barons and Providence Reds. Leighton recorded seven of
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counties, would increase the fee for a resident general hunting or furtaker license by $10, from $19 to $29. Resident and nonresident junior and senior license fees would not be increased under the proposal. But fees for a number of other resident and nonresident licenses, including bear, antlerless deer and archery licenses, also would be increased if the bill becomes law. Additionally, the bill would create an inclusive combination license called the Ultimate Outdoorsman, for which residents paying the $110 fee would receive their
Game Commission applauds Bill to increase license fees
Senate bill proposes $10 increase in cost of Resident hunting or furtaker license. via PENNSYLVANIA GAME COMMISSION Legislation that would authorize Pennsylvania’s first huntinglicense fee increase in more than 17 years – critical funding for the state’s wildlife and the future of hunting and trapping – was introduced Friday in the state Senate.
Senate Bill 1148 of 2015, which is sponsored by Sen. Chuck McIlhinney, R-Bucks County; and cosponsored by Sen. Jim Brewster, D-Allegheny and Westmoreland counties, Sen. Richard Alloway II, R-Adams, Cumberland, Franklin and York counties; and Sen. Mario Scavello, R-Monroe and Northampton
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general license, furtaker license, archery license, muzzleloader license, bear license, special wild turkey license and migratory game bird license. The Ultimate Outdoorsman would save license buyers $38 compared to the cost of purchasing those licenses individually. Nonresidents would pay $350 for the Ultimate Outdoorsman license, based on the proposal. A complete schedule of fees as proposed by the legislation is included at the end of this news release. Pennsylvania Game Commission Executive Director R. Matthew Hough thanked the bill‘s sponsor and cosponsors for putting forth a proposal that, if approved in a timely manner, would provide the Game Commission with sustainable funding to enable the agency to meet the goals and objectives outlined by its 2015-2020 Strategic Plan. “Seventeen years is a long time, and I’m sure almost everyone can relate to how costs have escalated since the last license-fee increase took effect in 1999,” Hough said. “Without a single increase to cover the cost of inflation during that time, it has become increasingly difficult to stretch the same dollar any further, and we are at the point now where we have needed to make some very difficult decisions to cut staff and scale back programs solely for budgetary reasons. “The license-fee increase proposed by Senators McIlhinney, Brewster, Alloway and Scavello, would put the Game Commission back on solid financial footing, and the sooner this proposal is approved, the better for the state’s wildlife, and its hunters and trappers, and all citizens of the Commonwealth who care about wildlife,” Hough said. Unlike many state agencies, the Game Commission does not receive tax money from the state’s general fund to help pay for staff and operations. Instead, the Game Commission is funded almost exclusively by the state’s hunters and trappers. Today in Pennsylvania, almost 35 percent of the Game Commission’s revenue comes from the sale of hunting and furtaker licenses. Other primary sources of income include federal PittmanRobertson funds collected from an excise tax on sporting arms and ammunition, and revenue derived from the sale of natural resources like timber, oil and gas
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on lands owned by the Game Commission. The state’s hunters and trappers have demonstrated clear support for a license-fee increase. Thirteen of the Pennsylvania’s major sportsmen’s organizations with statewide membership have formally supported a license-fee increase. The Game Commission last summer introduced a proposal to increase hunting-license fees, and now that legislation has been introduced, places its full support behind Senate Bill 1128.
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