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Allen Township Supervisors Approve website upgrade

by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News

An update and upgrade of the township’s website was approved on Thursday night by the Allen Township Board of Supervisors.

They voted to spend up to $6,000 to bring the website to better efficiency by adding more pages and providing forms that are needed by residents in meeting township regulations. Township Manager Eileen Eckhart said it is the first update since 2005. Supervisor Larry Oberly, who has an interest in history, also noted that the website is colorful with local pictures of historical interest.

Other Matters • Solicitor Lincoln Treadwell reported to the board that the security letter of credit for the Towpath Estates development is due to expire on March 22. The bank providing the security wanted to go to June 22, which Treadwell

felt was strange. He recommended that the township draw down the letter of credit if they don’t receive a confirmation by March 22 from PNC Bank.

• Approval was given to spending up to $5,000 for the Westbrook and W. Bullshead Rds. bike lane layout, signage, and pavement markings by Reliable

Sign.

• Mrs. Eckhart noted that the zoning office is set up and the zoning officer is reviewing permits in the municipal building.

• The only things outstanding in code enforcement were about cars not being moved during snow conditions and complaints about hauling of garbage.

• The supervisors will check on a comparison of costs between diesel and propane for a generator at the township property.

They will also look into having a contract for maintenance of the Kopper Penny intersection traffic light.

• Authorization was given to advertise for seasonal part time grass mowing positions now that spring and summer are approaching.

• The report of Fire Chief Jeff Mouer showed the following for the month of February: total alarm hours, 202.5; total training hours, 65; total alarms, 25 (5 dwelling fires in Lehigh Twsp., East Allen Twsp., and Northampton, 3 structure fires in Northampton, Allen Twsp., and East Allen Twsp., 8 vehicle accidents in Lehigh Twsp. and East Allen Twsp., 4 smoke detector activations in Allen Twsp., 1 dumpster fire in East Allen Twsp., 2 odor investigations in Bath and East Allen Twsp., 1 assist ambulance in East Allen Twsp., and 1 wires/pole down in Allen Twp.); $375,000.00 in total fire damage.

Tweets and Consequences will review social media disasters in government

Submitted by MIKE SCHLOSSBERG Pennsylvania State Representative Mike Schlossberg announced today that his first book, “Tweets and Consequences: 60 Social Media Disasters and How You Can Avoid a Career-Ending Mistake,” has been published. An electronic copy is available for purchase via Kindle, and a print copy is available for purchase on Amazon or directly from the author. The book was published by Strategic Media Books in South Carolina.

“Tweets and Consequences” details sixty real world examples of elected officials and government employees who committed major errors while using social media. A fantastic example is former Congressman Anthony Weiner, who rocked the political world when he first

tweeted a picture of his boxercovered genitalia to the universe.

Other prominent examples include: • Taylor Palmisano, a former campaign aide to Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker, who tweeted that she would “choke that illegal Mex.” • The city of Yokohama, Japan, which incorrectly tweeted that North Korea had launched a missile against them.

• Joshua Black, Republican candidate for the Florida House of Representatives, who called for

the hanging of President Obama on Twitter & Facebook.

These days, it seems as if not a day goes by without some a new (and frequently hilarious) social media scandal breaking. Tweets and Consequences covers them by providing an in-depth review of sixty political fails, an analysis of what happened, the end result for the politician in question and what lessons can be learned. This book is a must read for anyone who is involved in politics or social media…or just looking for a Continued on page 15

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Home Improvement 5 Ways to Increase Curb Appeal, Value

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(Family Features) Whether you’re planning to list your home for sale soon or you’re simply working to maintain features that attracted you to the charming abode in the first place, careful attention to curb appeal is a

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In the real estate world, the saying to avoid judging a book by its cover does not apply. The exterior of your home sends an important message about its character, and even its value,

making people eager to see what is inside. This first impression sets expectations for the entire property for potential buyers, appraisers and even your guests.

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With all that being said, a tive, life is life. We are born. We breath, we eat, recent talk by Joyce Meyer we sleep, we age and pass really hit home for me and on. Simple, right? Not so I felt the need to share in fast. Along the way we of- this week’s article. To set it ten have unforeseen twists up, let me say that health is and turns. Many situations not only a state of physical are extremely heartbreak- well-being, but also a state ing and lead to gnashing of of mind. With all these perteeth, wailing in emotional sonal circumstances and pain, and crying out to God situations that we each find for mercy and relief. I have ourselves in, it is no wonbeen there and I bet you der that we tend to fall into have also. On the flip side is the trap of feeling rejected, the extreme joy and hope suppressed and ‘forgotten.”

THE KITCHEN ISN’T WHAT IT USED TO BE. that life and, especially, In her talk, Joyce spells out faith brings. I am soNEITHER grate- ARE the WE. best way to stay emoTHE KITCHEN ISN’T WHAT IT USED TO BE. NEITHER ARE WE.

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tionally sick and miserable.

So if you are looking to feel depressed, anxious, and irritable all day long, here is the best way to do it. Joyce says; • Think about yourself constantly.

• Use I as often as possible.

• Mirror yourself continually by the opinion of other people.

• Listen to what other people say about you, and if it is not what you want to hear, get angry.

• Expect to be appreciated

by everyone.

• Be suspicious.

• Be jealous and envious.

• Be sensitive and easily offended.

• Never forgive a criticism.

• Trust nobody but yourself.

• Insist on consideration and respect at all times.

• Demand agreement on your own views on everything.

• Sulk and feel sorry for yourself if people are not grateful to you for what you do for them.

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• Never forget how much you do for other people, think about it at all times.

• Avoid your responsibility.

• Always remember what others have failed to do for you.

• Seek at all times to entertain yourself.

• Do as little as you possibly can for other people.

• Think about yourself all day long.

Clearly, the above statements are truly food for thought. My best to you.

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Northampton Police Report MARCH 8

Non-reportable accident in the 2000 block of Main St. between two vehicles.

Warrant service, 21st and Canal Sts. Warrant served for Lehigh County Auto Theft Task Force.

Warrant service, 9th St. at Beil Alley. Officers locate male at request of Upper Nazareth Police Department.

Noise complaint, Edelweis Haus, 700 block of Main St. Report of loud music.

MARCH 9 Fraud in the unit block of W. 27th St. Report of fraudulent use of a social security number.

MARCH 10 Animal case in the 2400 block of Main St. Officers responded to check the welfare of a dog.

MARCH 11 Domestic in the 1400 block of Canal St. between mother and son.

Credit cards in the 500 block of Greenview Dr. Report of credit card fraud.

EMS ambulance assist in the unit block of W. 21st St. Officers assisted EMS with a transport to MHC. Disturbance in the 1400 block of Dewey Ave. between two males.

MARCH 12 Domestic in the 1300 block of Stewart St. between father and son.

Public utilities complaint in the 2100 block of Siegfried Ave. Report ofwires struck by a tractor trailer.

Police Blotter

Moore Twsp. Man Threatens to Shoot Himself and Family

Moore Township Police were called to a home on Pool Rd. this past Thursday for the report of a domestic disturbance involving firearms.

When they arrived, Angela Bender told them that Jonathan

A. Bender, 27, was upstairs with a shotgun, and that he had threatened to shoot her and the family, as well as himself.

After a person persuaded Bender to hand over the gun and not take his own life, police found the 12-ga. shotgun with three shells inside. The man was persuaded to come down from the home’s roof, from where he had

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Concert - Wilkes University Chorale presents a concert at St. Johns Lutheran Church, Nazareth on Sat. March 21 at 7:30 p.m.

Broad Daylight Concert - Sunday, March 22, at 9:15 a.m. Broad Daylight (Philadelphia Freedom Chorus) will perform at St. Johns Lutheran Church, Nazareth. Also at 3:00 p.m. Sweet Adelines (Philadelphia Freedom Chorus) will perform.

Manicures & Martinis – Relax, mingle and pamper yourself on March 25 from 5 – 7 p.m. at Red Wolf Bar & Grill. FMI/Register: 484548-4090.

The life of Christ Through Spirituals – Sat. March 28 at 7:30 p.m. Performed by Robert Sims, lyric baritone at St. Johns Lutheran Church, Nazareth.

Run for Reading 5K – Jacobsburg State Park, Sun. April 19.

Register online at nazarethlibrary.org or call 484-547-9136.

Historical Pairings in Bath – April 18 at Red Wolf Bar & Grill at the Historic Bath Hotel.

Run for Reading 5K – April 19, registration begins at 7 a.m. at Jacobsburg State Park. FMI: 484-547-9136.

Bath Earth Day Clean up – Sat. April 25 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

(RD: May 2)Meet at Keystone Park.

Nazareth Jazz Festival – 2nd annual festival celebrating the tradition of jazz will be held at Nazareth Boro Park on April 25 from 12 p.m. until 6 p.m.

threatened to jump. Bender was taken by ambulance to a hospital for mental health evaluation. He was arraigned on Friday before Lehigh Twsp. District Judge Robert Hawke on charges of terroristic threats, simple assault, and recklessly endangering another person. He was committed to Northampton County Prison in lieu of $100,000 bail.

Free Courses Allow Motorcyclists to Start Riding Season Safely

Submitted by CRAIG YETTER Although winter weather still has an icy grip on the commonwealth, through the Pennsylvania Motorcycle Safety Program (PAMSP), PennDOT has begun offering all riders – from novice to experienced – a chance to take advantage of valuable safety training before hitting the road for the riding season.

Registration is now open for all PAMSP courses, which are free to Pennsylvania residents who have a motorcycle learner’s permit or motorcycle license. All training courses are conducted on a riding range, under the supervision of certified instructors.

“Both new and seasoned riders can benefit from the valuable skills offered through Pennsylvania’s free motorcycle training,” said Acting PennDOT Secretary Leslie S. Richards. “Riding is a perishable skill which requires sharp reflexes and split-second Nazareth Borough 275th Anniversary Celebration decision making. The short Kickoff – Saturday, May 7 on the grounds of Moravian Hall Square. amount of time spent in training Nazareth Bike Fest – May 16 from 1-7 p.m. downtown Naza- translates into many safe miles of reth. riding.”

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The 15-hour Basic Rider Course (BRC), consisting of five hours of in-class instruction and 10 hours of practical riding, provides valuable training for new riders and gives experienced riders the opportunity to polish their skills and correct any unsafe riding habits they may have developed. Students taking the BRC are provided with a motorcycle and helmet; however, students are responsible for providing all other protective gear. Act 84 of 2012 put into place the requirement that all permit holders under the age of 18 successfully complete the BRC in order to receive their license.

The six-hour Basic Rider Course 2 (BRC2) allows skilled riders to refresh their safety knowledge and hone their onroad skills. Licensed riders taking the BRC2 are permitted to carry a passenger while practicing balance and steering techniques in a controlled environment. Students taking the BRC2 must provide their own motorcycle and protective gear.

The Advanced Rider Course (ARC), a one-day training session modeled after a military training course, offers licensed motorcyclists a chance to enhance their safety skills through a minimum of 3.5 hours of classroom instruction and 4.5 hours of practical riding experience designed to enhance riding attitude and awareness. Participants in the advanced course are required to use

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their own motorcycle.

Rounding out the PAMSP training courses is the 3-Wheeled Motorcycle Basic Rider Course (3WBRC), a 12-hour course comprised of four hours of classroom instruction and eight hours of practical riding. Students must provide their own three-wheeled motorcycle and protective gear.

Motorcycle learner’s permit holders who successfully complete a course will be issued a motorcycle license. Those who successfully pass their skills test on a three-wheeled motorcycle will be issued a motorcycle license with a “9” restriction, meaning they are prohibited from operating a two-wheeled motorcycle.

For more information or to enroll in a course, visit www. pamsp.com or call 1-800-8459533. Potential riders who want a convenient way to study for their knowledge test can download the PA Motorcycle Practice Test app by visiting www.pa.gov and searching the mobile apps for the Pennsylvania Motorcycle License Practice Test.

Riders are also encouraged to visit www.LiveFreeRideAlive. com, an interactive website designed specifically for motorcyclists. The website challenges riders to take personal responsibility for their own safety and offers an open forum for riders to share experiences. They can also promise to be safe riders by taking the Be One Less pledge.

Grow UR Biz - What’s Dirtier I love weekends! This one gave me great material for my weekly blog post. It seems as though all I have to do is show up somewhere and poor customer service is rearing its ugly head.

Everyone is now on or addicted to their cellphones.

I’ve always wondered, as a avid hand washer, are these little boxes filled with information really clean? ”Good Morning America” recently ran a story: What’s cleaner your toilet seat or your cell phone?” Ew, but I needed to know, here’s the report....

New research out of the United Kingdom found mobile phones are a technological petri dish for tens of thousands of germs.

Why? Germs multiply in warm places. Between the heat the phones generate and the germs on faces and hands, you've got a bacterial breeding ground. "You put it in a warm place, you hold it in your hand, you put it in your pocket like I do, it's nice and warm," said microbiologist Chuck Gerba. "Bacteria like that. It can grow in these types of places." The verdict is in: The toilet seat is cleaner!

I’m scared! Coincidentally, here’s what I saw this weekend. I went to order coffee at a wildly popular restaurant and the guy behind the counter was so entrenched in his phone he didn’t even see me.

By CAROL RITTER Then he handled my coffee. The hostess was on her cell phone too and almost missed a new customer coming through the door.

Then I remember last week at another well known restaurant the chef was sliding his finger on his cell phone. Then at the end of the day, I stopped at a bakery and the guy packing the cakes was texting on his phone. If this research is accurate, we may need a little cell phone training for food handlers. After all, it does say in the bathrooms that all employees must wash their hands. The new sign in the kitchen might read... no cell phones allowed if you handle food or beverages.

How do we stop this new way to transmit germs?

• Tell someone in authority.

• Report the behavior.

• Inquire about their food handling requirements.

I also suggest cleaning your cell phone daily, not using anyone else’s cell phone and if that isn’t

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Volunteer To Drive Seniors In The Lehigh Valley

Submitted by KAREN SCHIAVONE Have you ever considered what you will do when you are no longer able to drive yourself and have to rely on others for transportation? When driving is the key to freedom, giving up the keys makes it hard for seniors to continue to live and participate in the Lehigh Valley community they have been a part of for many years. Independent Transportation Network Lehigh Valley (ITNLehighValley) addresses this growing issue. ITNLehighValley has provided over 4,000 rides since service began in October, 2013. In order to meet the demand of more and more rides, ITNLehighValley needs volunteer drivers. Driving assignments and routes are arranged around your schedule. Training is provided. Help seniors and visually impaired adults stay connected to families, friends, and activities that bring meaning to their lives - and to yours. For more information or to volunteer, please call 610-419-1645.

Seniors Northampton County Area on Aging Visit these senior centers and participate in activities daily.

Call for more info and meal reservations.

Cherryville Senior Center 4131 Lehigh Drive Cherryville 610-767-2977 Open 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

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Nazareth Senior Center 15 Wood St. Nazareth 610-759-8255 Open 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

M-F Lower Nazareth Senior Citizens Lower Nazareth Township Municipal Building 306 Butztown Road.

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College Corner

Centenary College, Graduate Centenary College held its 140th Winter Commencement last month. Hillary Long, a resident of Nazareth was awarded a Master of Business Administration degree.

Clarkson, Graduate- Stephen M Worley of Nazareth, Pa., received a master of science degree in engineering and global operations management from Clarkson University on December 31, 2014.

Kutztown University, Graduate - Kutztown University has conferred degrees on more than 750 students during the summer, fall and winter terms. Jessica R Andres of Nazareth (18064.

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Studio Art/Photography Julie M Burger of Northampton (18067. Bachelor of Science In Education - Special EducationCum Laude Brendan D Burton of Nazareth (18064. Bachelor of Science in

Business Administration - Management Emilie A Cahill of Bath (18014.

Bachelor of Science In Education - Elementary Education/4-8/ Math and English Benjamin D Donello of Nazareth (18064. Bachelor of Science - Electronic Media Stephen D Fahringer of Northampton (18067. Bachelor of Science In Education - Elementary Education/4-8/Math and Social Studies Daniel J Hall of Northampton (18067. Bachelor of Science Psychology Jake T Hughes of Nazareth (18064. Master of Education Secondary Education/TeachingMagna Cum Laude Jenessa Candace Keller of Nazareth (18064. Bachelor of Arts Communication StudiesSumma Cum Laude Krista L Mindler of Nazareth (18064. Bachelor of Science - Art EducationCum Laude Jessica N Schantzenbach of Nazareth (18064. Bachelor of Science - Music EducationMagna Cum Laude Dalia Shehata of Nazareth (18064. Bachelor of Arts - Professional Writing and Cultural and Media StudiesMagna Cum Laude Sarah F Smith of Nazareth (18064. Bachelor of Science In Education - Special Education/ Visual ImpairmentMagna Cum Laude Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Metropolitan Campus, Dean’s List - at Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Metropolitan Campus, located in Teaneck, NJ have been named to the Dean’s and Honors Lists for the Fall 2014 semester.

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Gab over the Fence

by Pete G. Ossip

Friday is the first day of spring!

We thought it would never come.

Although the weather forecasters say it’s 50 or 60 degrees some days, it’s not really that in these parts yet, so we’re still wearing heavy coats for the most part, ‘cause it’s windy. But it’s gradually warming up, and soon all the snow will be gone (except maybe Friday afternoon)! We’re beginning to see vegetation in our fields and yards again. Enough of that white stuff! . . . .What we had on Tuesday was green stuff. St. Patrick’s Day, when folks who aren’t even Irish have a great time, especially in parades, and corned beef and cabbage is on the menu. . . .

Down at the U. C.C. church in town, though, it will be a Pennsylvania Dutch event on Saturday to turn back winter, and schnitz und knepp will be the feature.

Over at the fire house, they’re having a pre-Easter celebration with a ham raffle, so they’ll be plenty of hams to go around. . . .

I’ve been seeing surveyors around here lately, so there must be some building or construction in the works. I see Rt. 512 is gonna be closed from this Friday at 9 a.m. until next Monday. Small signs were put up along the roadside, too. Could it be that blacktopping is going in ahead of schedule? I was told it would be sometime in early May. Reckon we’ll find out soon enough what it is. . . . .Phillies game on TV on Sunday was a sight for sore eyes.

They had a great game against the Red Sox. Good thing we didn’t see the game on Monday, when the Phils were blasted 16-4. Any-

how, spring training games are on and it won’t be long until the season starts up again. I can’t wait!. . . . .I see Villanova is gonna play Lafayette in a big basketball game this Thursday night as the games wind down to the final four, when Kentucky no doubt will be one of the teams. . . .No donuts for Smitty the other day, but he was happy to feast on one of Garry Hunsicker’s big baked potatoes with all the fixin’s after church on Sunday morning. . . .

Somebody asked Ye Ed when the Lions are gonna have their pancake breakfast at Applebee’s, and he couldn’t think of the date offhand. He told me about it earlier and I had it my little date book reminder – May 16th. Elmira and Pete will get a warm-up to that with the Cub Scout pancake breakfast down at the U.C.C. church this Saturday morning.

They’re having a big one, with eggs, sausage and bacon, too.

Bring along some canned goods for the food bank when you go there. . . .There was a question on one of the game TV programs the other day, “What’s the most important thing in life?” One person answered “air”, but the answer according to a survey is food. I can believe that. Look what I talked about most in today’s letter. . . .Oh well, that’s life.

Have a good week and hope for a warm spring. It’s still a little brisk

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With a 4-0 victory, Team 1 reached second place on the bowling of Bob R. Kosman, 523; Bob C. Kosman, 477, and Joe Bachman, 402.

Team 5 was second, but dropped to fourth as they lost 0-4 with only Gerald Bartholomew’s 550.

In third place with a 4-0 sweep is Team 4, led by Terry Bartholomew, 608, and Ken Grube, 573.

Team 6 is fifth, winning 3-1 with Doug Head, 631, and Michelle Tirrell, 466.

Team 3 lost 1-3 and is sixth, as Sherry Longley rolled 529; Rick Deily, 498, and Polly Kosman, 529.

Still holding up the league is Team 2 with Michael Cawley, 551 and John Cawley, 498.

STANDINGS Team 7 Team 1 Team 4 Team 5 Team 6 Team 3 Team 2

W L 29 15 27 17 26 18 25 19 24 20 21 23 19 25

Dutt Moves Up on Jacoby in Monday Night Mixed Match

The Dutt team battled the Jacoby team and moved up on them in week 25 of the Monday Night Mixed League with a 3-1 win. Dutt: Sandy Becker, 172204–493; Les Dutt, 193–484; Carol Kocher, 190–481; Matt Morganello, 186–452. Jacoby: Dave Jacoby, 191–470; Patti Arndt, 423; Joan Erb, 394; Janet Naylor, 378.

Hahn shocked McGee 3-1, but McGee held a share of second place. Hahn: Patrick Effing, 269-245-224–738; Austy Strohl, 172–461; Linda Hahn, 166–444; Elmer Effing, 373.

McGee: Mike Knable, 188-210183–581; Scott McGee, 199175-174–549; Amanda Miller, 164-185–505; Frank Shaffer, 193–446; Carla Shaffer, 443.

The Kemmerer team also reached second place with a 4-0 sweep of Kerbacher, led by Troy Smith, 234-179-208–621; Chris Kline, 211-212-174–597; Marian Shup, 227-172-189–588; Donna Kemmerer, 213-211– 569; Steve Rinker, 169-190176–535.

Kerbacher: John Kerbacher, 179-174–511; Andy Rice, 170-169–499; Dee Allogio,

200–473; Lisa Shafer, 165–419; Donna Sigafoos, 289.

Bonser sank Brandt, 409, behind Scott Ackerman, 255233–656; Ernest Bonser, 168203–504; Kacey Bonser, 164176–485.

Brandt: Donna Amore, 217-178-200–595; Eric Spooner, 204–508; Sue Brandt, 151–420; Amanda Putt, 375.

STANDINGS Jacoby McGee Dutt Kemmerer Bonser Kerbacher Hahn Brandt

W L 25 15 24 16 24 16 24 16 19 21 16 24 15 25 13 27

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Zmyweski, led by Armie Fioranelli, 193-185-171–549; Josh Rex, 188-187–522; and Tom Hawk, 173-191–498.

Zmyweski: John Zmyweski, Jr., 259198–618; Wes Loch, 380; Shaun Klump, 196.

McGee did the same to Beal behind Bill Kunsman, 172-192170–534 and Jim Nicholson, 169-175-178–522. Beal: Mike Daroja, 165-170-267–602; Doug Fehnel, 171-237-192–600; Marty Beal, 183-206–550; Terry Daubert, 168–423.

STANDINGS W L Howell 28 16 Rex 27.5 16.5 Csencsits 25.5 18.5 Kappauf 24.5 19.5 McGee 18.5 25.5 Zmyweski 18 26 Beal 11 33

The Howell team didn’t have any competition from the blind team, and was credited with two Wee-Little Pigs at games, giving them the lead in the Top, Legion Closing East Bath Sportsmen League as In on Friday Niters Rex fell 1-3 in week 26. Howell The Wee-Little Pigs still have was led by Earl Grube, 221-187a good lead, but the Bath Le221–629; Lyle Howell, 179-175gion added a little pressure with 204–558; Herb Guest, 177–425; a sweep in week 27 of the Bath and Frank Dest, 346.

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Csencsits ripped Rex behind The Pigs won 3-1 over DNA Eric Spooner, 200-202-203–605; Repair behind Brandon Jacoby, Dick Raab, 176-191–520; John 234-238-171–643; Allen Smith, Zmyweski, Sr., 183-172–514; 256-196–613; Dave Jacoby, 215Marty Csencsits, 170-178–498.

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By State Rep. Marcia Hahn 138th Legislative District Submitted by SCOTT LITTLE There has rarely been a finalized state budget that looked remotely similar to the sitting governor’s budget address from months before. It is essential that we keep that in mind when evaluating Governor Tom Wolf ’s speech to the General Assembly on March 3. What he laid out is certainly ambitious and definitely turned heads.

He surely got the attention of my constituents in the 138th District when he discussed property taxes, the number one issue in the Lehigh Valley. Attempts have been made to reform the system, but this governor sounds serious about accomplishing something.

Therein lies the problem. What he hopes to do and the method by which he plans to attain it don’t match up. The goal of cutting property taxes in half does not sit well with local residents who want complete elimination. Furthermore, the math he’s using to get to the 50 percent figure doesn’t add up.

I also have concerns about the proposed Marcellus Shale severance tax and how it will impact our region. While not in the shale belt, Northampton County has received more than $790,000 over a three-year period under Act 13, the impact fee agreement reached in

2012. That money goes to projects such as water system improvements and road repairs. We have no guarantees Act 13 money will still exist if a severance tax is enacted.

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Harhart Urges Persian Gulf Conflict Veterans to Apply for Bonus Submitted by TRICIA LEHMAN Rep. Julie Harhart (R-Lehigh/ Northampton) is reminding Pennsylvania veterans who served on active duty in the Persian Gulf Theater of Operations, including Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, to apply for the Persian Gulf Conflict Veterans’

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Submitted by ALEXIS CHRISTEIN DECA is one the largest clubs in the high school and is an association of marketing students.

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als. Out of those students, 164 of them were from Northampton (the most from any one school).

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Moravian Historical Society Director appointed as Nazareth Business Council President Submitted by MARLYN KISSNER The Nazareth Business Council has appointed Megan van Ravenswaay as the new Board President effect Jan. 23. Van Ravenswaay served as Nazareth Business Council’s Vice-President since the Council’s inception in 2012.

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“I am delighted to be working side by side with Megan and Susan. Their leadership is going to bring an affluence of knowledge, enthusiasm and support to the organization and Nazareth,” said Nazareth Business Council Chamber Liaison Renee Keiderling. Keiderling is a resident of the Nazareth borough and the

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is a voice and an advocate for Nazareth businesses. We serve as a catalyst for business to business collaboration providing networking and marketing opportunities which can positively impact profitability and awareness.

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New Nazareth pool to open May 17; park manager hired

by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News

The Borough of Nazareth’s new swimming pool, built at a cost of $2.3 million, will be unveiled to the public at a grand opening ceremony on Sunday, May 17.

People attending have been asked to wear swimsuits and jump into the pool for a first dip after the ceremony. The day’s celebration will also include dancing around the pool, accompanied by a disc jockey’s music.

At a Borough Council meeting last month, Diane Mullen of Bangor was hired as the new park manager at a salary of $16,500 for the full-time summer position.

Ms. Mullen comes to the borough with experience on this level, having been assistant manager and manager of the Palmer Township pool for 20 years. She presently is employed by the Easton

Area School District as a school bus driver, and also worked at Kraemer Textiles in Nazareth in the past.

Some of her ideas are to have a place for senior citizens to learn aquatics, exercise in the water, and dance. Young children can run through sprinklers for extra fun. Swimmers will be encouraged to bring inner tubes and loungers into the pool and relax on float days.

And since Council voted to purchase two diving boards for a separate area of the pool, Ms. Mullen is also planning to hire diving instructors to teach swimmers the proper techniques.

Swimming lessons will be available for youngsters who need it.

For the protection of everyone, she plans to hire 15 lifeguards.

Competitive swimming events may also be a part of the planning that involves area swim clubs.

Nazareth Borough 275th Anniversary Hosts Nazareth Night At The Iron Pigs Submitted by RENEE KEIDERLING Nazareth Borough 275th Anniversary will host Nazareth night at the Iron Pigs on May 22.

The tickets are on sale from now until April 17 at Moravian Hall Square’s front lobby reception desk, 175 W. North Street, Nazareth, or by calling 610-746-1000.

The tickets are $10 each and include a $2 ballpark credit. The seating is located near 3rd base where the sun sets behind us. The Nazareth Area School District will also be selling seats near 1st base. Attendees are encouraged to wear a blue tee shirt to support the Nazareth 275th Anniversary Celebration night while the bands play. Tee shirts and other memorabilia will be available via a new website, to be announced.

Payments accepted: Cash, Checks Payable to Nazareth 275th Committee or Credit Card with a $3.00 handling fee.

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From the HISTORY COMMITTEE SUE DREYDOPPEL, ALICE YEAKEL, DR. JOHN HOCH, HELEN ZIEGLER, AND KATHY UNGER 1. From its founding in 1740 until 1856 Nazareth was a closed Moravian community, meaning that no one who was not a member of the Moravian religious denomination could live within the boundaries of Nazareth.

2. “New Nazareth,” consisting of Center Square, Main and Center Streets, was laid out in 1771. It was called “New Nazareth” to differentiate it from “Old Nazareth,” a farm with its associated dwelling and trade buildings located south of the Whitefield House.

3. Early Nazareth was a communal settlement. The residents, all members of the Moravian religion, did not live in family units, but rather in groups: unmarried men (Single Brothers), unmarried women (Single Sisters and Widows), children. Even married couples did not always live

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Win some and lose some.

That’s the way it has been going for Christ UCC of Bath in the Suburban Inter-Church Dart Baseball League. On Monday they faced Salem UCC at Moorestown, and the latter swept them, 2-1, 6-5 and 6-5. Leading the Moorestown team were Bob Gresko, 5 for 11; Kim Bush, 4 for 9 with a home run; Jack Troxell, 4 for 12, and Gary Bush, a homer. Bath: Ron Wagner, 6 for 14; Joe Hunsicker, 5 for 13; Jared Pokorny, 5 for 14; and George Gasper, a home run.

Ebenezer Bible Fellowship of Bethlehem won 6-5 at Bath Lutheran on a 9th inning home run by Carol Voortman, the local Lutherans won 2-1, and then Ebenezer won again in the third game, 3-2 on a 2-run homer by Leroy Wilcox. Hitters for Ebenezer were Ke.lly Dougherty, 4 for 12 with a homer, and Carol Voortman with two homers.

Bath: Matt Creyer, 5 for 13; “Butch” Kemp, 4 for 11, and Bob Flyte, a homer.

Dryland-Trinity of Hecktown lost the opener at St. Paul’s UCC in Northampton, 14-1, then rebounded to win 11-7 and 8-1 behind “Butch” Silfies, 8 for 13; Shawn Sigley, 5 for 13; Earl Sigley and Lou Dervarics, both 4 for 14. St. Paul’s: Jason Gross, 8 for 14; Brian Gross, 6 for 11; Bret Remel and Rich Kern, both 6 for 14.

Emmanuel EC, Bethlehem, lost 6-5 at Farmersville, then won

together in the early days of the community.

4. Snow started falling on Friday, February 11, 1983, and continued into the next day. By the time it stopped, Nazareth had accumulated 26 inches of snow, one of the snowiest storms ever in Nazareth’s history.

5. In 1907 Nazareth had its own pretzel bakery at 17 West Center St., owned and operated

by Charles Clewell. His son, Eschor, continued the business into the 1930s.

6. The residents of the “Irish Settlement,” near what is now Bath, were English-speaking, Calvinist settlers, and they did not get along with the Germanspeaking Moravians, frequently complaining about them to the local authorities.

7. On March 18, 1929 the Nazareth Chamber of Commerce was organized, adopting the borough slogan “Where progress and prosperity are cemented.”

One of its first projects was to build Nazareth’s first band shell.

5-4 and 4-1 with Dave Wargo, 6 for 12; Joey Hoffert and Bruce Danyluk, both 5 for 12 with a homer.

Farmersville: Tom George, 5 for 10 with a homer; Keith Campbell, 5 for 13, and homers by Kyle Campbell and Ben Kerbaugh.

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Messiah Lutheran of Bethlehem won 5-3, then lost 5-2 and 6-3 at Salem Lutheran, Bethlehem. Messiah: Harry Schoenenberger, 4 for 12, and Rich Hasonich and Andy Mickelson, a homer each. Salem: Bryan Frankenfield, 8 for 13; Kyle Taylor, 6 for 12; Bill Hoke, Jr., 4 for 11; Walt Hoffert, 4 for 12; Tyler Frankenfield, 4 for 13.

In make-up action, Dryland lost 6-3, won 4-2, and lost 10-4 at St. Stephen’s Lutheran, Bethlehem. Hecktown: Shawn Sigley, 7 for 13 and “Butch” Silfies, 5 for 11. Bethlehem: Travis Beahm, 7 for 13 with a homer; Dave Blankovitch, 6 for 10; Gio Amato, 6 for 11 with a homer, and Evan Williams, 3 for 7 with a round tripper.

St. Stephen’s had this Monday night off.

STANDINGS W Salem Luth., Beth’m 41 St. Paul’s, North’n 37 Salem UCC, Moores. 37 Dryland, Hecktown 38 Emmanuel, Bethlehem 36 St. Stephen’s, Beth’m 31 Christ UCC, Bath 30 Messiah, Bethlehem 28 Bath Lutheran 27 Ebenezer, Bethlehem 25 Farmersville 18

L 16 26 26 28 30 32 33 35 36 44 42

SCHEDULE: March 23 – Bath Luth. at Salem Luth., Salem UCC at Messiah, Farmersville at St. Paul’s, St. Stephen’s at Ebenezer, Emmanuel at Christ UCC. Dryland-Trinity with the bye.

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Obituaries Glenn W. Creyer

Aug. 4, 1952 – March 10, 2015 Glenn W. Creyer, 62, of Northampton died on Tuesday, March 10 at home.

A graduate of Northampton Area High School, he was employed by the former Allentown State Hospital as a roofer/tinsmith for 27 years before retiring in 2008.

Born August 4, 1952 in Northampton, he was a son of the late Wilbert and Mae (Woodring) Creyer.

He was a member of St. Peter’s (Snyder’s) U.C.C. Church, Seemsville, and a former member of the men’s church bowling league.

Glenn was an avid sportsman, enjoying hunting and fishing. He was a member of the East Bath Rod & Gun Club and Keystone Rod & Gun Club, both of Bath, where he enjoyed participating in the Pentathalon and team sports. He was also a member of the Tri-Boro Sportsmen Assoc., Northampton. His interests also included antique cars, motorcycle and snowmobile riding, and building model cars.

Surviving are two sisters, Lucille S. Loy of Bath and Bernice F. Weiss of Northampton; aunts, uncles, a niece, two nephews, three great-nieces, two greatnephews, and many cousins.

Funeral services were held on Monday morning in St. Peter’s U.C.C. Church, followed by interment in the church cemetery, with The Rev. Lamar Handwerk officiating. Arrangements were by the Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067, where contributions to the St. Peter’s U.C.C. Church memorial fund or the Lutheran Home Care & Hospice may be sent.

Michael J. Kopach

Sept. 18, 1927 – March 11, 2015 Michael J. Kopach, 87, of Nazareth died on Wednesday, March 11 in Gracedale. He was the husband of Mary (Geosits) Kopach for 64 years.

He worked at Hercules Cement Co. in Stockertown before retiring. Prior to that he worked as a forklift operator at the St. Regis Paper Co. in Nazareth for 8 years.

Born Sept. 18, 1927 in Naza-

reth, he was a son of the late John and Sophia (Filak) Kopach.

He enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially in the Poconos.

Mike was an avid New York Giants fan. He played semi-pro baseball for the Atlantic Coast League and played fast pitch softball for the Bath Hotel and Blue Moon Bar, Nazareth, for many years.

He also played in the Old-Timers Baseball League, Nazareth.

Mike was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Nazareth, where he was an usher. He was a life member of the Holy Family Club.

In addition to his wife, h is survived by a son, Michael Kopach; two daughters, Susan Kopach and Michele Weber, all of Nazareth; two grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death were three brothers, John, Andrew and Joseph Kopach, and three sisters, Anna and Sophie Kopach and Mary Flad.

Services were held on Monday morning in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Family Church and interment in the parish cemetery.

Donations may be made to the Nazareth Food Bank, c/o the funeral home at 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, PA 18064.

Irene M. Kovalcik

April 9, 1931 – March 13, 2015 Irene M. Kovalcik, 83, of Whitehall died Friday, March 13 in Fellowship Community, Whitehall. She was the wife of the late Cyril M. Kovalcik, who died in 2006.

She was a graduate of the Sacred Heart School of Nursing in Allentown. She went on to a 41year career, concluding as the supervisor over the operating room procedures at Sacred Heart Hospital, retiring in 1993.

Born April 9, 1931 in Cementon, she was a daughter of the late John and Mary (Turbedsky) Petro.

She was a member of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, Northampton, and the nursing association A.O.R.N. Surviving are a daughter, Donna M. Odenwelder, of Bushkill Township; a sister, Maureen A. Petro, of Whitehall; two granddaughters; nieces, nephews, greatnieces and great-nephews.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Mrs. Kathleen Weber, in 2014.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated yesterday (Wednesday) in Assumption B.V.M. Church. Viewing was Tuesday and Wednesday at the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton.

Interment followed in the parish cemetery.

Contributions may be made to the church memorial fund or to the Fellowship Community, both c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.

Helen F. Lakatos

Jan. 7, 1963 – March 5, 2015 Helen F. Lakatos, 52, of Bethlehem died suddenly while in Kralendijk, Bonaire. She was the companion of Mark Tessier.

She worked in the computer department of Northampton Community College and most recently Lehigh University. A 1980 graduate of Nazareth High School, she received an Associate Degree from Northampton Community College While in high school, Helen was a member of the National Honor Society and was twice nominated for Who’s Who in American High School Students. She was a business education student and won first prize for student with highest grade point average. Helen was the recipient of the Nazareth Senior Woman’s Club scholarship and the Rose Garr Memorial Award. She won second prize for the senior writing competition.

Born Jan. 7, 1963 in Easton, she was a daughter of Margaret (Shauger) Lakatos of Bushkill Township and the late Stephen Lakatos.

Surviving are her mother and her companion.

She was pre-deceased by a brother, Stephen F. Lakatos.

Funeral services and burial will be private as arranged by the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth. Visitation was there yesterday.

Michael E. Nederostek

Michael E. “Whitey” Nederostek, 100, formerly of Whitehall, died on Monday, March 9 in the Phoebe Home, Allentown.

He was the husband of the late Anna R. (Mathesz) Nederostek.

He retired as a crane operator from Lafarge Cement Co., Whitehall. An Army Air Corps veteran of World War II, he received eight Bronze Stars and served in the 484th Bomber Group. He was a life member of For God & Country Catholic War Veterans Post #454, Northampton and Egypt VFW Post #7293.

Michael was a member of Queenship of Mary Catholic Church, Northampton and its Holy Name Society. He was also a member of the Laurel Fire Co., Cementon.

Surviving are his children, Michael of Upper Saucon Township, Anna Craig of New Castle, and Thomas of Moore, S.C.; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; three brothers, Emil, Jake and Fred; and a sister, Emma Hershman.

Services were held last Thursday morning in the Robert A. Hauke Funeral Home, Coplay,

followed by interment in the parish cemetery, Northampton.

Memorial contributions may be made to Eastbrook Mission Barn, 205 Church Lane, New Castle, PA 16105.

Bernard P. Raisner

Jan. 29, 1945 – March 8, 2015 Bernard P. Raisner, 70, of Walnutport, formerly of Easton, died on Sunday, March 8 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, Bethlehem.

He was a graduate of Notre Dame High School, Easton, and later attended Penn State University.

Born Jan. 29, 1945 in Easton, he was a son of the late Sylvester P. and Patricia (Havens) Raisner.

He enjoyed music, dancing and caring for his pets.

Surviving are two sons, Bernard Harms and Michael Harms, both of Bethlehem; five grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death were a sister, Audrey Cummins, and a brother, Robert Raisner.

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.

Memorial contributions may be made to Comhar, Inc., 3480 W. Walker Rd., Walnutport, PA 18088.

Joseph F. Reenock

Joseph F. Reenock, 57, of Fleetwood, formerly of Northampton, died on Friday, March 13, 2015 at home. He was the husband of Barbara A. (Yoder) Reenock for 25 years.

He was last employed by Brown’s Feed Mill of Fleetwood, working in the mill department until a year ago. Prior to that, he worked for Stanley Vidmar of Emmaus, where he made filing cabinets.

Born in Northampton, he was the son of the late Paul and Mary (Trinkle) Reenock.

Preceding him in death was a brother, Thomas Woodling.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Ross A. Stiver, of Reading; a daughter, Tonya Lash, of Bernville; two sisters, JoAnne Trinkle and Mary Ann Reenock, both of Northampton; two brothers, Francis Reenock and Paul Woodling, both of Northampton; and two grandsons.

The Mark J. Hummel Funeral Home, Lower Alsace Twsp., Reading, had charge of cremation arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 498 E. Bellevue Ave., Reading, PA 19605.

John Schlegel

Aug. 5, 1943 – March 13, 2015 John Schlegel, 71, of Bath, died on Friday, March 13. He was the husband of Donna M. (Hughes) Schlegel for 53 years.

Born Aug. 5, 1943 in Easton, he was a son of the late John Schlegel, Sr. and Olive (Tobin) Schlegel.

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The owner of the Timberline Inn in East Allen Township, John graduated from Easton High School in 1961 and later attended Lafayette College. He was employed by Ingersoll-Rand Co., Phillipsburg, N.J., where he served as a foreman in the Drill Division and Heat Treating Department for more than 20 years before retiring in 1983.

He was a member of Bethlehem Lodge #283, F. & A.M., as well as Tall Cedars of Lebanon, Bethlehem Forest #61, where he played in the golf league. John was an avid golfer and a member of the Grasshopper Golf League.

In addition, he was a member of the M.O.R.A. Club. He enjoyed playing cards, going to the casinos, music and dancing.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Michael E. Schlegel, of Nazareth; a daughter, Cheryl Seitz, of Forks Township; three grandchildren; a brother, Richard Schlegel, of Palmer Township; three sisters, Charmaine Teschner of Whitehall, Charlene Galaby of Easton, and Debbie Kickline of Wilson Borough; five nieces and a nephew.

Services were held at noon on Wednesday in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown, preceded by a Masonic funeral service. Interment was in Northampton Memorial Shrine Cemetery, Palmer Township.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Dale A. Valo

Oct. 31, 1945 – March 4, 2015 Dale A. Valo, 69, of Moore Township died on Wednesday, March 4 in Alexandria Manor, Bath.

Dale attended Northampton High School. He was employed by the Bethlehem Steel Co., where he worked as a chairman for 31 years before retiring.

Born October 31, 1945 in Allentown, he was a son of the late Joseph A. Valo and Arlene M. Outwater and a stepson of the late John Outwater.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, motorcycling and gardening.

Dale was a former member of Christ UCC Church in Bath.

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Obituaries

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Surviving are a sister, Dana F. Hein, of Bath; a niece, Janadene Valo, and four nephews, Dennis Snyder of Lansford, Jared, Joseph and Justin Valo.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Dennis Valo, in 2011.

Services will be private, at the convenience of the family, as arranged by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown

Margaret M. Wright

April 9, 1941 – March 12, 2015 Margaret M. “Peggy” Wright, 73, of Whitehall died Thursday, March 12 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, Bethlehem.

She was the wife of Marvin M. Wright for 55 years.

She was a homemaker caring for her family.

Born April 9, 1942 in Catasauqua, she was a daughter of the late Bordell and Margaret M. (Wanisko) Templeton.

She was a member of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, Northampton, and also a member of the Young at Heart in St. John the Fisher R.C. Church, North Catasauqua.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, Timothy, of Palmyra, Missouri and Mark of Hellertown; a daughter, Kathleen Brougher, of Lehighton; two sisters, Mary Lou Wert of Whitehall and Patricia Oplinger of Cherokee Village, Arkansas; six grandchildren; and a great-grandson.

Preceding her in death was a brother, Bertille Templeton, in 1991.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Tuesday, with calling hours on Monday and Tuesday at the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton. Interment followed in the parish cemetery mausoleum, Northampton.

Contributions may be made to the parish memorial fund, c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.

Bowling

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py” Bartholomew, 182-232-218– 632; Ty Pagotto, 189-226–584; Mike Swope, 207-210–581; Terry Bartholomew, 222-204–574; Bill Bachman, 178-181–491.

Bath Legion won 4-0 over Herman’s Hermits, led by Ryan Flick, 253-213-246–712, along with Bob Adams, 196-220-267–683; Cory Brown, 232-192-237–661; John Kline, 176-189-217–582; Marty Beal, 170-170–457.

Hermits: Joe Cortright, 171183–509; Chris Cortright, 175184–499; Pete Curto, 431; Mike Esterly, 391.

Team YTTIHS also swept G & L, 4-0, behind Anton Boronski, 239-224-262–725; Billy Kocher, 200-235-236–671; Harry Emery, 248-257–664; Scott Weinberg, 219-182-213–614; Matt Astfak, 237–531. G & L: Cliff Brearman, 194-176–520; Bill Kunsman, 174-184–508; Terry Koch, 166-192–517.

STANDINGS Wee-Little Pigs Bath Legion Team YTTIHS DNA Repair G & L Herman’s Hermits

W L 34 14 30 18 25 23 21 27 19 29 15 33

Two Leading Teams Meet and Split in Bath Commercial

Bath Supply #1 and Daku Auto Body faced each other and split 2-2 in week 27 of the Bath Commercial Bowling League, so the half game difference remains.

Brent Connolly led his Bath Supply #1 teammates with a big 278205-238–721 series, and had strong backing from Frank Yeakel, 255-202–650; Lester Steigerwalt, 230-201–623; Steve Kerbacher, 205-240–622; and Jeff Kerbacher, 231–579. Daku also had big scores from Al Davidson, 234-256–670; Rich Mutarelli, 225-216–631; Bob Daku, 228214–621; Lee Hilbert, 203-212– 611; and Bob Faustner, 512.

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A New Life!

I have had people tell me that if they could just leave behind their present bad situations and move far away to another state, they would be able to start a new life—everything would be different. Of course, the problem is that they would take with them all of their old habits and character flaws.

If a person is bound by alcohol, drugs, or sexual lusts, it doesn't really matter where he moves—his new setting will be affected by those evil bondages. His need is not a new location, but a new life!

A woman caught in the act of adultery was brought to Jesus by hypocritical Jewish leaders. They pointed out that Moses' law required she be stoned to death and they asked what Jesus had to say about it. Jesus responded, "He that is without sin among you let him first cast a stone at her." Her accusers, aware of their own sins, quietly slipped away. Jesus asked her, “Hath no man condemned thee?” and then said, "Neither do I condemn thee: go, and sin no more" (John 8:3-10).

This was true to Christ’s mission as John 3:17 declares, "For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved." Jesus said, “I came not to judge the world, but to save the world” (John 12:47). Jesus not only forgave this woman of her sin, but He gave her a new life—a life free from sin—a life with an exciting new future as we see in His next words, "I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life."

God promises, "A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you" (Ezekiel 36:26). Christ alone can give you a new life!

"Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new" (2 Corinthians 5:17).

Through Christ, you can "walk in newness of life" (Romans 6:4)! Ask Jesus now to forgive your sins and give you a new life!

Bath Supply #2 scored 4-0 with no competition from the vacant team, and had Rich Trucksess, 254-208–631; John Kerbacher, 244–559; and Frank Courter, 541.

Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering also had a 2-2 split with Maxx Amusements. Carfara: Dino Carfara, 246-275–700; Terry Bartholomew, 278-216–686; Gerald Bartholomew, 215–548. Maxx: Anthony Gable, 224-224-269– 717; Randy Frey, 230-225–624; George Hyde, 241–590; Phil Frey, 211-213–576; Bill Bachman, 221–529.

The Rice Family overcame Crossroads Landscaping, 3-1, behind Dale Fye, 266–618; Mark Rice, 534; Jack Rice, 525; and Andy Rice, 503. Landscaping: Damien Medley, 217-201-250– 668; Kyle Weaver, 224-221–600; Scott Weinberg, 225–585; Vernon Fehnel, 511.

STANDINGS W L Bath Supply #1 37 11 Daku Auto Body 36.5 11.5 Bath Supply #2 28.5 19.5 Rice Family 25 23 Carfara’s Paint 25 23 Crossroads Land. 20 28 Maxx Amusements 16 32

Shuttlecocks, Cojones Tied at Top of Legion 470 Sunday League

The Shuttlecocks won 3-1, but the Cojones did better, 4-0, with the result that both are now tied for first place in the Bath Legion Post 470 Sunday League in week 25.

Leading the Shuttlecocks in their win over Flick’s Fighters were Chris Hoysan, 256-258147–661; Matt Cser, 198-263161–622; Mandy Hoysan, 170117-184–471; Amanda Moyer, 132-152-150–434.

Fighters: Nate Meixsell, 199-177-137– 513; Tony Holva, 127-151-213– 491, and two absent.

Tony’s Cojones downed Holland’s Heroes big, led by Keith Weaver, 192-214-223–629; Anton Boronski, 212-186-203–601; Tom Torcivia, 125-152-192– 469; Travis Iwaszek, 144-148159–451; Jamie Breisch, 84121-116–321.

Heroes: John Szerencits, 179-189-188–556; “Butch” Holland, 183-197-171– 551; Russ Hoysan, 158-134172–464; Chris Nemeth, 134141-168–443; Jake Oberholtzer, 112-144-181–437.

Sargent’s Slaughterers prevailed over the Legion of Doom, 3-1, with Randy Williams, 234158-143–535; Keith Sargent, 169-180-186–535; Corey Fritz, 106-193-224–523; Bill Ernie, 110-149-138–397. Doom: Ed Musselman, 179-198-229–606 and Rick Faust, 166-146-189– 501; two absent.

3 Balls and a Split won 2.5 against Weinberg’s Whiners’ 1.5, as Kyle Mordan had 241-209158–608 and Jason Knauss, 213154-174–541, with one absent.

Whiners: Scott Weinberg, 237201-225–663; Denny Meixsell, 145-171-199–515; Al Weinberg, 178-176-150–504; Gail Weinberg, 106-131—124–361.

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News Sermonette Jay Wetzel

“They paved paradise And put up a parking lot They took all the trees - put ’em in a tree museum And they charged the people a dollar and a half just to see ’em Don’t it always seem to go that you don’t know what you’ve got ’til it’s gone...” ~Joni Mitchell, from “Big Yellow Taxi,” lyrics written circa 1967–68, © Siquomb Publishing Company

The Tree of Life

The “tree of life” is a common motif in many cultures and religions. It is often used as a symbol of the inter-connectedness of creation. For Christians the “tree of life” began in the Garden of Eden and is fulfilled on Calvary. Throughout human history the “tree” has often been lost in all the interpretations and attachments affixed to it. In countless ways, paradise has been “paved” without regard for the author and giver of life. Instead of a vital, living faith – many are content with a museum where they can gather and recollect the good old days. This is not unique to one group or individual – we all are assailed with desires, from time to time, to hold fast to the “tried and true.”

As I age, the desire for “stability” is very, very tempting. Just let me coast out to pasture in peace and tranquility. At such times I am grateful for reminders, wherever and however they appear, that the “tree of life” is living and growing. For the short time I walk this earth l am grateful for God’s constant grace calling me from my self-absorption into the ever living, ever changing journey which is life!

We should not forget the past – it can be a valuable teacher.

But, to enshrine it as a “holy place” to be guarded and preserved against the ever changing ebb and flow of life is little more than a form of idolatry. God is ever ahead of us – drawing us forward into life and toward the fulfillment of his love and grace. God’s ways are as far from our ways as the “heavens” are above the “earth.” The tree of life is ever growing and spreading its branches to give food, shade, and shelter to more and more – just as God’s love reaches out to include more and more of his creation – and his children.

As with all my fellow frail and imperfect pilgrims on this journey of life, there are times I get too caught up in the drama and stress of being human. I can get lost in the day to day comings and goings of my personal path and I lose appreciation for the paths of my sisters and brothers. One of the blessings of being a part of a regularly gathering community of faith is that I am jolted from my self-centeredness and reminded of just who’s I am. The tree of life – the cross – brings me back to God, who is to whom I belong and the center of my being.

STANDINGS W L Shuttlecocks 24 16 Tony’s Cojones 24 16 Legion of Doom 22 18 3 Balls and a Split 21.5 18.5 Flick’s Fighters 21 19 Sargent’s Slaughterers 21 19 Holland’s Heroes 20 20 Weinberg’s Whiners 6.5 33.5

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PUBLIC NOTICE-LEGAL ESTATE NOTICE The Estate of Bradford K. Pease, deceased, of the City of Bethlehem, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the above Estate were granted to Gwendolyn A. Colegrove Pease, Executrix, and Marian E. Button, Executrix, on February 19, 2015. All persons indebted to the Estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claim or demand are to present the same without delay to Gwendolyn A. Colegrove Pease and Marian E. Button, in care of GREGORY R. REED, Attorneyat-Law, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299, Nazareth, PA 18064-0299.

(3/5-3/19) MOORE TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE HEARING/MEETING The regular monthly meeting of the Moore Township Zoning Hearing Board will be held on Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at 7:00 PM. The meeting will be held at the Moore Township Municipal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath PA. 18014.

Specific items on the agenda include: 15-ZHB-664 The applicant(s), Bill and Bridget George, applicant(s) of the property located at 92 S. Penn Dixie Rd. Nazareth, Moore Twp. Pa 18064 request the following relief: a variance to build a second single family dwelling on the property in the same location as an existing accessory structure to be removed. The section(s) of the ordinance cited for this application are as follows: 200-26 Limitation of Principal Uses, 200-27 Principal Buildings, previous ZHB decision 97-ZHB-364, as well as any other section in which relief may be needed upon review by the Board. The property, County PIN# J6-12-17 contains approximately 32 acres and is zoned, Rural Agricultural (RA).

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www.HomeNewsPA.com BOROUGH OF NORTHAMPTON AND NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed bids will be received by the Borough of Northampton and the Northampton Borough Municipal Authority at the office of the undersigned, in the Municipal Building, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, until 7:30 P.M., prevailing time, on Thursday, April 2, 2015, for the furnishing of asphalt and stone materials for a period of one (1) year from the date of the bid award.

Detailed Specifications, Information to Bidders, and Official Bid Forms for the abovementioned items, to be used by all bidders, are available at the office of the undersigned on or after March 19, 2015.

All proposals shall be submitted in a sealed envelope on the forms provided, clearly marked with the name of the bidder and identifying the item(s) for which the bid(s) is being submitted.

Bids will be publicly opened and read at the Northampton Borough Council Meeting at 7:30 P.M., prevailing time, on Thursday, April 2, 2015, and the awards made at a subsequent meeting of the Borough Council of the Borough of Northampton and the Northampton Borough Municipal Authority.

The Municipality and the Authority reserve the right to increase or decrease the quantities specified and to reject any or all bids, and to consider its own experience as well as the experience of others as a factor in determining bid awards, and to make the awards in the best interests of the Borough and the Borough Authority.

Bid proposals are to remain for a period of one (1) year after award of the bid. Escalation clauses are acceptable. Bidders are required to provide, as a bid guarantee, a certified check or bid bond in the amount of ten (10) percent of the proposal made payable to the Borough of Northampton.

Gene Zarayko Borough Manager-Secretary 1401 Laubach Avenue, P.O. Box 70 Northampton, PA 18067 610-262-2576 (3/19-3/26)

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2015 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 St., until 4:00 p.m. Prevailing time, Thursday, April 2, 2015 for furnishing the 2015 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 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 Kortze, P.E., Keystone Consulting Engineers (KCE), 2870 Emerick Blvd., 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 2015 RENTAL EQUIPMENT”.

The Borough of Nazareth reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

Paul Kokolus Borough Secretary/Treasurer Nazareth Borough Council (3/19 & 3/26) ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2015 MAINTENANCE AND ROAD MATERIALS Sealed Proposal will be received by the Borough Secretary of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, at the Borough Building 134 S. Main St., until 4:00 p.m. prevailing time, Thursday, April 2, 2015 for furnishing the 2015 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 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 Kortze, P.E., Keystone Consulting Engineers (KCE), 2870 Emerick Blvd., 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, of 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 2015 MAINTENANCE AND ROAD MATERIALS”.

The Borough of Nazareth reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

Paul Kokolus Borough Secretary/Treasurer Nazareth Borough Council (3/19 & 3/26)

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Holy Cross Lutheran Church Introduces New Pastor After Retirement of Longtime Spiritual Leader Submitted by ALYSSA YOUNG With the retirement of a longtime spiritual leader and friend, Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church in Moorestown is pleased to introduce its new pastor and embraces its promising future.

The new pastor is a native of Guyana, South America, who brings a passion for building youth programming and children's ministry. The Rev. Royan Rodney was called as the next spiritual leader at Holy Cross after a nine-month search that concluded with a congregational vote in January. He led his first worship service March 15.

Pastor Rodney, 35, most recently was pastor at two Lutheran churches in Schoharie County, NY. He had served churches in Guyana before moving to the United States, and he worked as senior pastor in Gardner, Ill., for six years prior to his ministry in New York.

Rodney succeeds the Rev. John Kunkel of Bushkill Township.

Kunkel retired Dec. 31 after 29 years as Holy Cross' pastor. The church family celebrated John and Sally Kunkel's nearly three decades of service with a retirement dinner Jan. 25 at the Bushkill Township Volunteer Company social hall.

Holy Cross is part of Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ (LCMC), the only LCMC church in the Lehigh Valley.

"I was called as the next pastor to carry on the vision God has for us – to be a place where the gospel of Christ is preached with power and grace, where people can come and be blessed and feel loved," Rodney says.

Rodney was one of 35 applicants for the position. The pastoral call committee that recommended him highlighted his experience, energy, passion for both the youth and the elderly, past success implementing abundant ideas for rejuvenating youth programming, and connections in ministry around the world,

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"I want to make sure that our youth have a place where they can express their creativity and learn about God and what he has done for them," Rodney says.

"Our children are our future, and I will make sure that they have a solid foundation of good Christian teachings that will be presented to them in a way they will understand and accept with joy."

Pastor Rodney also is eager to serve the community around Holy Cross.

"Please feel free to visit us, and come and meet me. If you are looking for a church home, please consider attending one of our services," he says.

Sunday worship times are 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., with Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. Visit holycrossnazareth.org.

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us a lot of momentum. I think we are getting it in our heads now that we have the opportunity to get a playoff spot and we have the capability of doing it this year.

It’s pretty fun actually coming up into the playoff time and trying to get a spot. We need to do the little things - being heavy on players, holding each other accountable, working hard for each other and not letting anything get in the way of winning a game.”

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Defenseman Adam Comrie (#27, middle) is in the midst of a four-game points scoring streak with three goals and three assists in his last four games.

by TONY ANDROCKITIS The Home News Sports

The Lehigh Valley Phantoms entered the start of their fivegame road trip in Toronto last week nine points out of the playoffs with 19 games remaining on their regular season schedule.

After a 4-3 win Wednesday night, the Phantoms returned to the United States for games Friday night in Providence, RI and Saturday night in Bridgeport, CT, where thrilling back-to-back comeback wins have Lehigh Valley still alive in the playoff picture – potentially just two points out of the playoffs with three games in hand and an eight-point defi-

cit to make up on the current 8th place team in the AHL’s Eastern Conference.

The three wins puts the team 3-0 in their season-high five-game road trip, which sees the Phantoms return home for a week of practice before returning to Connecticut Friday night to take on the Hartford Wolf Pack and traveling up to Worcester, Mass., for a Saturday night face-off against the Worcester Sharks – two teams currently ahead of the Phantoms in the standings.

On Friday night in Providence it was another flare for the dramatics for the Phantoms, who tied the game at 1-1 with 1.1 sec-

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onds left in the first period on an Adam Comrie slap shot goal before riding out the tied score into the shootout.

“I knew there wasn’t much time left, so I just wanted to settle it down as quickly as I could and get it off,” Comrie said of his game-tying goal in the final seconds of the period Friday night.

“I saw a hole, [Zack] Stortini did a great job screening the goalie in front and gave me an opportunity to pick a corner.”

In the shootout, Scott Laughton scored the lone goal in the third round and the PBruins’ final attempt clanked off the post and out to secure the two points.

"He made a little fake on me and I bit a little," goaltender Rob Zepp said on the PBruins’ third round shootout attempt. "I just tried to extend my leg and at the last second timing to kick my foot up just to make him think a little bit more like he didn't have the open net. Maybe it made him force it. Fortunately for us, he hits the post and we win."

Saturday in Bridgeport, it was Comrie again with a big shot from the point to turn the tides for the Phantoms, drawing even from an early 2-0 1st period deficit 2:21 into the third period before scoring on an odd-man

rush just over four minutes later to win their third straight game – their first 3-game win streak since a pair of weekend road trips to Norfolk and St. John’s in early January produced four straight victories.

“Road trips are fun for the boys,” Comrie said of the road victories on the weekend, adding, “We spend a ton of time together.

I think [Robert] Hagg was saying that we spent about 21 hours on the bus this road trip so far. On a road trip where you’re just bussing everywhere from one city to the next, definitely a lot of team bonding and it’s a lot of fun for everyone.”

Comrie echoed the sentiment around the locker room that the time is now to make a push for the postseason, and the team is dialed in heading down the stretch.

“I think this road swing here that we have is definitely bringing

Continued from page 5 Shane Siebler of Nazareth, PA has been named to the Dean’s list.

Erika Livermore of Nazareth, PA has been named to the Honors list.

Goodwin College, Dean’s List - Catherine Sikora has earned a spot on the Goodwin College Dean’s List for the Fall 2014. Sikora, a student from Northampton, is one of 943 students to make the Dean’s List, reserved for those who demonstrate great academic performance.

Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Dean’s List - The following students from Adams County have been named to the Fall 2014 dean’s list at Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

Erica Beth Biechy, Daniels Road, B.S.Ed. in Music Education; Savannah Nicole Buday, Farmview Road, B.S. in Nutrition/ Dietetics; Kaitlin Marie Keat, Forest Drive, B.A. in Criminology; Caitlin Alyssa Labar, Fehr Road, B.S. in Nursing; Ryan Jeffrey Ortwein, Colver Road, B.A. in Criminology/Pre-Law; Kaitlyn M. Pristash, Cameron Street, B.S. in Fashion Merchandising; Alexandra Paige Setcavage, Jacob Court, B.S. in Nursing; Alize Anne Torres, Neville Way, B.A. in Criminology, all from Nazareth.

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