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CRPD officer urges Lower Nazareth to accept ‘14 budget By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
This past Wednesday night’s meeting of the Lower Nazareth Township Board of Supervisors seemed to be routine. That is until it came to courtesy of the floor. It was then that Officer Andrew Laudenslager, president of the Colonial Regional Police Association and a representative of the officers in the Colonial Regional Police Department, got up to speak. He had a statement in which he urged the board to accept the 2014 CRPD budget and “allow our department to operate as the great department it is and to serve the citizens of Lower Nazareth Township.” The supervisors, late in 2013, tentatively decided to withdraw their membership in CRPD and to compare costs with other alternatives,
such as their own police department. The Borough of Bath and Hanover Township have approved their share of the $3.3 million budget, but Lower Nazareth has not gone along with its 34%. The major reason is that the 2014 budget called for an additional $30,000 in Lower Nazareth’s share to pay for a 25th officer. After Laudenslager read his statement, in which he said CRPD is one of the best police departments in the Lehigh Valley with a high level of professionalism and excellence, Lower Nazareth Township Manager Timm Tenges said he has done a “wealth of research so far” in his inhouse study to compare figures with that of CRPD, and that it is a budgetary item. Supervisors Chairman Eric Nagle added, “We have concerns for the taxpayers. It has Continued on page 5
County D.A. gives Lehigh Twp. $2,176 from Drug Task Force By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
Northampton County District Attorney John Morganelli presented a check for $2,176 to Lehigh Township at the Board of Supervisors meeting this past Tuesday. It will go to the Lehigh Township Police Department for a laptop computer to enhance their enforcement. Morganelli said it was for the department’s help with the Northampton County Drug Task Force that resulted in drug arrests. He said funds that are raised through these arrests are often returned to police departments or nonprofit organizations. Onethird of what Lehigh Township Police had a hand in was presented in this check. Morganelli said he has a
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great appreciation for local government through his own experiences and he likes to work with local police departments. Chief Scott Fogel thanked the district attorney for the money and said that his department has an awful lot of paperwork. Morganelli said the D.A.’s office does try to give money back. Later in the meeting, Chief Fogel said there are a lot of goods that are in their property room that were seized in arrests for violations of the law. The supervisors passed a resolution for their disposal. Fogel also reported on road closures in traffic accidents or fires. To know where they are the public can consult the website www.lehightownship.com and go to “nixla” to find out what communities are affected. He also reported that the cell block at the police station is being renovated. Recreation Resolution Since April is so close, the recreation commission had recommendations for changContinued on page 2
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Nelson Clater and William Holmes of the Allen Twsp. Planning Commission and Township Manager Ilene Eckhart seen in photo were part of a large panel representing the township. – Home News photo
Residents, Allen Planners Hear more about FedEx Plan
By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
Nearly 150 residents attended a meeting of the Allen Township Planning Commission on Monday, when they heard more detailed plans by FedEx and the Rockefeller Group for a mega distribution center in Allen Township that will replace three other smaller centers in the Lehigh Valley. ATPC Chairman Williams Holmes had a list of 15 persons in the audience who had asked to comment. They did so following presentations by the Rockefeller Group and an executive of FedEx. It was an orderly meeting, and Holmes said they have had two rounds of comments from engineers, the last in January. Kevin Coken, vice president of Eastern Operations, said FedEx oversees transportation companies for overnight products. FedEx Freight is for freight trucks; FedEx Services is in sales; and FedEx Ground provides a meaningful impact in the community and a relationship with charitable organizations. They will invest $335 million that includes an 815,000 sq. ft. building at first and later a 1.1 million sq. ft. facility when finished. It consolidates
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three distribution centers into one on a 260-acre site north of Lehigh Valley International Airport that has land along Willowbrook Rd. and Race St. and at the border of Lehigh County. There will be 300 jobs to start, working up to 3,000 employees. Both an entrance on the south side and on the east will be signalized. Water runoff will be done in accord with township ordinances. All trucks will go south on Willowbrook Rd. At least 1,800 trees and also shrubs will be planted for buffer. Coken noted distances of the center from other points: .8 mile away from the entrance to Catasauqua High School; .7 mile away from the south side tunnel of Nor-Bath Trail and Bullshead Rd.; .75 mile from Wayne Grube Park, and Country Rd. He said people won’t be able to see more than 10 ft. of the top of the building. Civil engineer Ron Gawlick talked about the road improvements that FedEx will be doing, now estimated at $35 to $40 million, that includes Airport Rd., Race St. and Willowbrook Rd. They did a scope of study and it was reviewed by PennDOT. Trip generation info was col-
lected and analyzed, with the busiest time the three weeks before Christmas. Findings of the improvements were approved by five governing bodies. Improvements include: Airport Rd. – Adding a southbound lane, right hand turning lane, another left hand turning lane, and another approaching Race St. and Schoenersville Rd. Race St. – From two lanes it will get another lane in two directions. Willowbrook Rd. – A fourlane section, with two in both directions, and turning lanes. W. Bullshead Rd. – Additional lane with one right and one left turn. Signal will allow pedestrian crossing. On Rt. 329 where there is an existing bridge, this will be replaced in phase one. Turns at Savage Rd. and Howertown Rd. will be made in phase two. An estimated total of 14, 602 vehicles (tractor-trailers, small box delivery trucks and employee cars) will be going out of the mega hub when finished. 30,000 packages an hour, and later 75,000, will be processed. Gawlick said most truck traffic will be between and after the a.m. and p.m. peak
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es in policy. The supervisors went over them so that the commission would know
their position. They included: scheduling soccer earlier; lowering residency requirements for Junior Legion and Connie Mack baseball teams for use of fields; charge for use of basketball and volleyball courts for 1.5 hours;
American Legion Eckley E. Patch Post 470 SCHOLARSHIP FUND For Members of Post 470 Mission: Dedicated to providing Financial Assistance for the development of future leaders to a deserving member of the Post 470 Family. Supporting post-secondary education utilizing the knowledge and skills learned for success and contributing back to the community. Applications are available in person at the Post home or by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to: American Legion – Eckley E. Patch Post 470 Attn: Scholarship Committee 278 Race Street, Bath, PA 18014 Applications are to be completed and received at the Post Home no later than: May 17, 2014 at 5 pm. Successful candidate will be notified on or before June 30, 2014. FMI: Contact Brian: 610-751-6201 or Paul: 484-553-0058.
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hours for use of lights by the LTAA and splitting the electrical cost monthly by teams using it; charges for use of the food stand; teams using the stand will be billed for costs. The resolution was due to be finalized by the Recreation Commission at a meeting this Monday, March 17. Fire Tax? It was announced that there will be a meeting at the Lehigh Township Vol. Fire Co. in Cherryville on Wednesday, April 2 at 7 p.m. for a public discussion of the proposed fire tax to provide funds for the fire company. Supervisor Cindy Miller requested that the fire company provide a copy of their finances and Fire Chief Rich Hildebrand said they will do it. There was a discussion about the fire tax previously. A letter was sent out to residents and at a meeting last month the board was split on a longer explanation of the fire tax, Darryl Snover, Dell Grove and Keith Frantz for it, and Ms. Miller and Sandra Hopkins opposing it. Snover also said earlier that he despises the word “tax”, but the letter would indicate what other communities have done.
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Grove said on Tuesday that it’s important that both sides of the issue can voice their position and that a history of the need for funds be given. Other Matters • Engineer Phil Malitsch didn’t have a report, but he was congratulated by Snover for the promotion he has been given by the engineering firm with which he is employed. • The board okayed a resolution authorizing a traffic light application to PennDOT. • Mrs. Hopkins asked Township Manager Alice Rehrig about the township trucks and she said they’re all back and running after the snowstorms. • The dirt track holes at Pennsville will be filled when the ground is cleared of snow. The group that runs the track is setting up an organization. • A resident reported that Poplar Drive is in poor condition, and Snover told him that it has been a hard winter on all the roads. Mrs. Miller commended the road crew for their hard work and the other supervisors echoed that sentiment.
and Ronald McDonald House. Meetings held third Thursday of each month. •NCC Campus Tours – Main Campus tours will be held March 20, April 1 and April 17. For tour times and details, call 610-861-5500. •Spaghetti Dinner – Sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 93 the St. Paul’s U.C.C. Church, Northampton. March 22 from 4-7 p.m. •Bye Bye Birdie – Northampton Area High School Drama Club presents “Bye Bye Birdie” at Northampton Area High School on April 3, 4 and 5 at 7:30 p.m. www. nahsdramaclub.org •Vera Bradley Bingo – The Friends of the Northampton Area Public Library will hold a Vera Bradley Bingo on Sunday, April 6 beginning at 1 p.m. For tickets and more information, please call 610262-7537. •Spring Basket Social will be held April 6 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the LT Vol. Fire Co. •Eckly E. Patch American Legion •Medication Disposal Event Auxiliary 470, Bath – monthly is scheduled for April 26 meeting will be held Thursday, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at March 20 at 7 p.m. at the Legion. Southmoore Pharmacy. The Community group supporting event is being hosted by many organizations including the Moore Township Police Loaves & Fishes Soup Kitchen, Department. South Eastern Veterans Center, •Moore Elementary Spring Wreaths Across America, Carnival – Thursday June 5 Wilkes-Barre Veterans Hospital from 4 to 8 p.m.
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Gab Over the Fence by Pete G. Ossip It was a shock to go back in the deep freeze on Thursday after about three decently warm days, but thankfully it warmed up again the next couple of days as we approached spring today, March 20th. It sure was windy, too, last Wednesday night and Thursday, with garbage cans rolling around and tree braches falling off. I guess that’s what March is about, lots of wind. Now if the old saying is right we’ll have April showers and May flowers. Can’t beat Mother Nature, though, so we’ll see. We escaped snow around here, but Philly and points south and east of there got a few inches on Monday, St. Patty’s Day. . .I hear the Bath Area Fish Committee is looking for spring to bring on warmer weather. (I do remember my fishing line being coated with ice years ago.) They’re gonna stock the Monocacy Creek in town on April 11th so the kids can have their trout fishing contest April 12th and 13th. That’s for this year. Who knows what will happen in 2015 if the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission goes along with the Trout Unlimited members’ wishes for making Monocacy Creek a Class “A” stream? Then there’s no fishing contests allowed. Hope that doesn’t happen! . . . . I only saw it on TV, but Bethlehem had a real nice St. Patrick’s Day parade on Sunday. . . . Just in case you were wondering. The drive is still on to help the Briele family deal with their fire loss a couple weeks ago. Send your checks to Christ UCC Church in town and mark them with
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The Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor “Briele Family” on the memo line. They tell me it’s on Face- is seeking volunteers to staff book, and you know what this the National Canal Museum is. . . .The basketball games in Hugh Moore Park, Easton are on for the final four in the during the upcoming 2014 college ranks. Lots of good visitor season. Volunteers are teams in it. As for pro basket- needed to serve as guides in ball, I can tell you the worst. the museum and as attenThat’s those 76’ers – 21 losses dants at the newly renovated in a row, so far! . . . .Saw Frank Hugh Moore Park Welcome Harhart in town this week. He Center next to the Josiah was having dinner at the T & White II canal boat ride. The C. Wife Julie was tending to D&L is seeking volunteers business in the Legislature out who are available Wednesday, in Harrisburg. Reckon that’s Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or where Marcia Hahn is, too. . . Sunday from June 7 through . Congrats to the Larry Heck- the Labor Day weekend. Volman’s on their 50th anniversa- unteer hours are 11 a.m. to ry of wedded bliss. How time 4:30 p.m. Volunteer training does fly! . . . .My sympathy to will be held in May. Interested volunteers Marty Beal on the passing of his wife Karen. Her illness fi- should contact D&L Outreach nally took her. It’s devastating, Coordinator, Dennis Scholl, at as Ye Ed can tell you. . . . Looks 610-923-3548 x225 or dennis@ like the bowling league season delawareandlehigh.org. For more information, is winding down, with some please visit www.delawareanteams in their 27th and 28th weeks already at the Legion. . . . The family of June Mishko from over Northampton way is getting excited as they see the Phantoms hockey arena getting closer and closer to completion and the season coming on next year. . . . Tax preparers are burning the midnight oil now as IRS forms come poring in to be worked on. Even “Chow” Silfies is busy out Macungie way. . . . I hear Wildlife Conservation Officer Brad Kreider’s son is in the 30th class of WCO’s out in Harrisburg for the state Game Commission. . . .Weather reports say it might get up to 60 later this week. That’s down Philly way, though, so I don’t think I’ll be putting on any shorts just yet. But spring has sprung!!!!!
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traffic hour on Rt. 22, with trucks moving 16 hours a day and night. Planner Comments Eugene Clater of the Planning Commission had several questions and observations, the first about truck times and what occurs in each of the two-phases of construction. He wants a preliminary plan and a delineation of the phases, and feels this will make the job easier for township engineer Brien Kocher. Clater was also told that Willowbrook Rd. drawings have been revised. Sewer lines, however, will be in the middle of the roadway, 15 ft. down. He also wants a clarification on the species and sizes of the trees to be planted in the industrial zone near a trail, a public park and residential area. Clater said he has been pleased with how the developers are providing information electronically. In another matter, unrelated, Kocher said Act 537 will be brought back as it affects Catasauqua. Resident Remarks Mickey Philpot asked where the $35 to $40 million for road improvements is coming. Answer: They are pursuing different sources, but Philpot doesn’t want it from the taxpayers. He also asked what would be done if there is an accident. They will do electronic messaging for alternate routes. On noise abatement – ordinances will be followed. Rita Philpot asked what percentage of vehicles will be heading north on Willowbrook Rd. Answer in number – 180 cars and vans in a.m. and 145 trips in p.m. Another woman was told 12,000 cars after everything is developed. Steve Pignato saw on a photo shown by slides that trees are added near the airport radar tower. He also is worried about trucks going out at 3 a.m. Eric Snyder read a letter he had written about the airport property. . .He wanted a more detailed traffic study and no heavy trucks on Willowbrook and Weaversville roads, and voiced concern about the Airport Rd. and Rt. 22 intersection. Sandra Blaukovitch said 1,800 tractor-trailer trucks a day or 75 an hour troubles her. Also wondered about the
noise affecting Sheckler Elementary School students. Troy Casick said with no police force, will State Police “beef up” their patrols? Mike Ditty asked that the township deny variances when needed. Kim Nappa – “Why are you moving heaven and earth to build at this spot when there are areas near Rt. 78?” Answer: These grounds were developable more than others, and there is a strong work force here. Robert Nappa, who lives a half mile away, also wondered about the location, asked if they had a financial reward for choosing here, and said there are six more traffic light intersections. Maxwell in the developers’ panel said they looked at other sites, and none are perfect. Size of land most important. “We understand there are issues with Rt. 22, but overall we think this is the best site.” When Nappa asked what the next step is, Holmes replied the planners will review the engineers’ reports. They have 90 days for action. Closing Comments Clater said he appreciated the comments and welcomes inter-municipal cooperation. “We’re not sitting here doing nothing. Let’s step back and look at developments and see how they interact with each other. We’re not going to stop this development. It is zoned industrial. We’re doing what we can.” Charles Ebert, executive director of the Lehigh Valley Airport Authority, said they are cooperating. The next ATPC meeting will be Monday, April 21 at 7 p.m. It may again be held at the Allen Township Fire Co. hall, as this was.
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Laboratory Institute of Merchandising College Japna Kaur of Northampton was named to the dean's list at Laboratory Institute of Merchandising College for the Fall 2013 semester. To be placed on the dean's list, students must earn a grade point average between 3.50 and 3.79. Moravian College - The following local residents earned dean's honor list standing for the fall semester
of the 2013-2014 school year at Moravian College in Bethlehem. Juliette Abi-Daher, Bath;, Samantha Brown, Bath; KC Carpenter, Bath; Rebecca Gowarty, Bath; Ronald Check, Northampton; Codi Dapper, Northampton; Michael Eckhart, Northampton; Kyle Huber, Northampton; Gerald Nero, Northampton; Sarah Pallitta, Northampton; Dina Pastor, Northampton; Brian Skrapits, Northampton; Erin Tiwold, Northampton; Branden Weghofer, Northampton; and Marina Zweifel, Northampton.
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Volunteers are needed in April as the Northampton Area Public Library is getting a remodel. The carpet and front desk will be replaced, and the floor plan will change. This will make the library more comfortable and more efficient. It is a big job and we need volunteers to help us pack and move the books...all the books. The project will take place from April 25 through May 3: days, evenings, and weekends. Lend a few hours, a couple of days, or more...whatever you can spare. If you’d like to help, please call or email Melissa Hawk at mhawk@northamptonapl.org or stop by the library. The Friends of the Northampton Area Public Library will meet on Tuesday, March 25, at 7:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend. The next meeting of the Book Discussion Group is Wednesday, March 26 at 6:30 p.m. This month’s book is Under the Feet of Jesus by Helena Maria Viramontes. The group is free and open to the public. Stop in to borrow a copy of the book. “Pennsylvania One Book, Every Young Child" Family Story and Craft Time will be held on April 8 and 9 at 10 a.m. This year’s book is Stripes of All Types. Call to register. If your community group is interested in finding out more about what’s new at the library, we can come to you with a program or you can come in for a tour and presentation. For more information or to receive our newsletter by email contact Melissa
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The Lehigh Township Historical Society has planned a grand opening for the completed addition to the centre in Pennsville. The event will be held on Sunday, May 4 from 1 to 4 p.m. In addition to the unveiling of the addition, there will be door prizes, light refreshments and souvenirs for all who visit. The annual Spring Basket Social will be held on Sunday, April 6 from 1 to 4 p.m., at the LT Volunteer Fire Company in Cherryville. Tickets will be sold at the door. There will also be a Special Value table and you may take a chance there, too. For more information, contact 610-767-5906 or 610-767-5989.
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Bethany Wesleyan Church has scheduled, “Are You Smarter than a Kindergartener” for March 29, from 12 to 4:00 p.m. Adults will be competing against children in a game of elementary questions and answers. The event is a fundraiser for Loving Life Child Care. Tours of the newly remodeled facility will be available. Bethany Wesleyan Church is located at 675 Blue Mountain Drive in Cherryville. Worship services are held each Saturday at 5 p.m. and Sunday at 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. in the Ministry Center. Family Worship service for children in grades one through five and their caregivers is held in the Children’s Center at 10:45 a.m. For more information, please call the church office at 610 767-1239, or visit www. bethanywes.org.
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Grow UR Biz in 2014 – Rule It Out By CAROL RITTER
Woke up last Friday with plans to run some errands. One thing I’ve learned is that so many times the best laid plans are sometimes not realized. I decided to start at the bank. I wanted to put a payment on my credit card. Walked in with cash and the credit card. Stood in line for a bit, reached the teller and she said, “You need to show your identification to make a payment.” I thought, “Why would I need ID to make a payment?” Are there rogue people showing up at the bank trying to make a payment on my credit card? If so, I’m leaving it there so I can take advantage of all those extra payments. I asked, “Why do I need ID to make a payment, it doesn’t make sense.” I showed the ID and then began to think… Can rules get way too crazy? Are we so paranoid about liars, cheats and thieves that we ‘Rule our Way’ right out of business. I’m not anti rule, but I do think that sometimes businesses go too far. No shirt, no shoes, no service, no returns without a receipt, don’t use this door, no more
than 4 at a table, don’t use credit card, cash only, stand in this line, stand in that line, hold on I’ll be with you in an hour, and on and on. If you’re looking to Grow Ur Biz - only one rule is necessary. Come in because we are the friendliest business in town. It’s our pleasure to serve you. I don’t have a checking or savings account with this bank, although they ask me to open one every time I’m there. No thanks; I’m ruling you out! Sauerkraut for dinner tonight! Carol S. Ritter, Motivational Speaker Results Only Business Coach & Featured Writer www.caroltalks.com 610-442-4545 www.youtube.com/caroltalks
Spring is here and the Penn State Master Gardeners of Lehigh and Northampton Counties have scheduled several upcoming gardening workshops for the public. Spring Garden Series Do you want to learn how to grow dahlias this year or how to take better care of your lawn? Or maybe you want to start your own vegetable garden? The Spring Garden Series will get you started. The Spring Garden Series offers four one-hour evening programs over two nights in two locations. Lectures on Vegetable Gardening and Lawn Care are scheduled from 7 to 9 p.m.
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dener is scheduled for Saturday, April 12 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the PPL Walbert Training Center. The event kicks off with a lively discussion about growing the very best heirloom tomatoes with expert Steve Bogash, one of our own Penn State Extension Horticulture Educators. Choose from sessions on home garden topics taught by our Master Gardening volunteers. Topics include: Growing Great Cut Flowers; YearRound Garden Maintenance; Ticks, Mosquitoes, and West Nile Virus; Ten Plants That Changed the World; African Violets; and Shade Gardening. For the final session, participants will have a chance to choose a demonstration to observe and interact with the instructor. Demonstration topics include: Herb Gardening, Rain Barrels, and Garden Photography. You can peruse the garden fair to find books, plants, jewelry, soaps and more for purchase. The conference will also feature a silent auction to benefit the Master Gardener program. The conference costs $50 with lunch included. To register online go to http://extension. psu.edu/plants/gardening/ events.
in Northampton County on Monday, March 17 at the Bethlehem Township Community Center and in Lehigh County on Tuesday, March 18 at the Lehigh County Agricultural Center. Lectures on Growing Dahlias and Pruning are scheduled from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Bethlehem Township Community Center on Monday, March 24 and at the Lehigh County Agricultural Center on Tuesday, March 25. Each session costs $8. For more information visit http://extension.psu.edu/ northampton/events. Workshops for the Gardener Every home gardener will find something of interest at Workshops for the Gardener! Workshops for the Gar-
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The Pocono-Lehigh Romance Writers group; L.A. Television Producer, Terry Lee, will discuss “Keeping Your Antagonist Pro Story” on April 10 at 11 a.m. at the Palmer Township branch of the Easton Area Public Library, 1 Weller Place, Palmer Township. There is a $10 fee for non-PLRW members for either in person or on-line participation. For details, visit www.plrw.org .
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nothing to do with the quality of the police officers.” In his statement, Laudenslager noted that Supervisor James Pennington at a CRPD Commission meeting said the township study compared to looking at insurance every few years. Laudenslager answered, “When you switch insurance companies, no one loses their jobs over it. But if you switch police services, we will. Lower Nazareth is holding every officer in our department hostage over your unknown future plans. I ask you to do what has been best for the taxpayers and will continue to be the best for the taxpayers, and that is to stay with the Colonial Regional Police Department.” Laudenslager said, “The argument can be made for the sake of cutting costs that the township could contract with a nearby agency, resort to state police coverage, or even start your very own police department. However, each of these choices will have its drawbacks, including lack of connection with residents for contracting another agency, increased response time for state police coverage, and short and long term increased costs for starting your own department.” “I love my job, and I don’t want to lose it because Lower Nazareth is looking around for the best bang for the buck.” Nagle said the officers shouldn’t be concerned about losing their jobs, for if Lower Nazareth decides to go on its own, they will need to hire officers. There were 10 of CRPD’s 24 officers at the supervisors meeting on Wednesday. Laudenslager said Lower Nazareth has until July 1, 2014 to make a final decision. In any event, Lower Nazareth will continue to have CRPD coverage until January. Land Developments In other business, the supervisors okayed two resolutions concerning land developments. Sam’s Club wants to expand its northern end at the
Northampton Crossings shopping center. There would be one way to their gas station with customers inserting their Sam’s Club card, and no cash accepted. Signage would be for stops and pedestrians, do not enter, and no left turn. A letter of credit will be given along with a $36,000 traffic impact fee. Joseph I is a car wash business in Palmer Township that has an access from Lower Nazareth. It is designed for speed, taking six cars at a time, along with 28 spaces for people who want to wash their own cars. That traffic impact fee is $48,000. Other Matters • In his report, Tenges noted that the yard waste disposal day has been postponed to April 18 and that basic plans are done for the new municipal building except for the removal of four columns. • Solicitor Gary Asteak said that Stone Post Meadows had requested an amendment to the zoning ordinance. One of the reasons that a hearing has been delayed is on the part of the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission wishing that the plan coincide with regional planning. • There was a discussion with the Lower Nazareth Baseball Association on background checks on personnel to check on the possibility of sexual predators. There are 115 coaches for 360 children who play sports in Lower Nazareth and persons from the association wanted a sense of direction from the board on the checks, whether FBI, state police, or any other, and to get it on the database, so when the season opens the children can play. Tenges said, “If Little League is happy, we’re happy.” There will be two meetings on March 26. First, the Supervisors will have their regular meeting at 4 p.m., and then follows the IDI hearing at 5 p.m., both at Lower Nazareth Elementary School.
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Four teams keep pace with Salem in church dart league All five teams at the top won two out of three games on Monday, so Salem Lutheran of Bethlehem still leads the Suburban Inter-Church Dart Baseball League. That includes the Bath teams. Bath Lutheran beat Salem UCC of Moorestown 10-1 and 3-2 before Salem won 4-0. The Bathites had Wendy Yacone, 6 for 12; Matt Creyer, 5 for 12, and Dellie Iasiello, 4 for 8. Moorestown: Jack Troxell, 4 for 12, and Eric Thomas, 3 for 6 with a home run. Christ UCC of Bath clipped visiting Emmanuel EC 7-5 and 4-0 before the Bethlehem team won 7-6. Bath: Ron Wagner, 7 for 13; Joey Hunsicker, 6 for 12; Garry Hunsicker and Dan DalCin, both 5 for 13, and Greg Pokorny and Doris Jafvrisevitz each with a homer. Bethlehem: Jorge Rivera, 7 for 14, Jim Hill the same with a homer; Benny Butler, 4 for 12 and the cycle with a 2-run homer, and Joey Hoffert, a homer. St. Stephen’s Lutheran of Bethlehem won 4-2, then lost 5-2 and 3-0 at St. Paul’s UCC in Northampton. The latter had Rich Kern, 6 for 12; Brett Remel and Deb Hughes both 4 for 12, and Zach Kern a homer. Bethlehem: Cassandra Matey, 5 for 11; Travis Beahm and John Hoysan, both 4 for 12. Ebenezer Bible Fellowship of Bethlehem lost 6-5 in 15 innings and 5-1 at DrylandTrinity of Hecktown before Ebenezer won 9-5 in 12 in-
nings. Hecktown: Al Gilbert, 8 for 18; Earl Sigley, 7 for 16 with a home run; Shawn Sigley and Lou Dervarics, both 6 for 16. Ebenezer: Vic Pacchioni, 9 for 17; Charles Brooks, 6 for 16 with a homer, and Carol and Jim Voortman, both 6 for 17. St. John’s Union of Farmersville won 3-1, then lost 3-1 and 8-4 at Salem Lutheran. Salem had Carl Taylor, 6 for 13; Walt Hoffert and Bill Hoke, Jr., both 5 for 13. Farmersville: Tom George, 6 for 13 with a homer; Ron Baron and Kyle Campbell, both 5 for 13. Trinity Lutheran of Bangor lost 6-5, Messiah Lutheran of Bethlehem won 5-3 and won 1-0, both in 10 innings. Messiah: Rich Hasonich, 6 for 12; Dan Halteman, 5 for 12 and the cycle. Trinity: Larry Fehnel, 5 for 13; Maybelle Smith, 4 for 10 with a homer; Phil Roth, 4 for 13, and Josh Hoffert, an amazing six RBIs with only one hit and two sacrifice flies. STANDINGS
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Bath Bowling Beal Team Holds Big Lead in East Bath Sportsmen League
Despite splitting 2 to 2 with Howell, the first place Beal team still has a giant lead in the East Bath Sportsmen League as of week 25. Beal: Marty Beal, 247– 599, and Dick Raab, 174–478. Howell: Dave Guest, 184-195212–591; Art Hamm, 176–447; Herb Guest, 433. Rex trimmed Csencsits, 3 to 1, behind Marc Kappauf, 216–559; Scott McGee, 192–491; Frankie Dest, 439. Csencsits: Marty Csencsits, 190-247–592; Eric Spooner, 191-200–548; Tom Zeitner, 428. Zmyweski zapped Fioranelli, 4 to 0, led by Shaun Klump, 203202-207–612; John Zmyweski, Jr., 235-209–605; John Zmyweski, Sr., 198–460; Wes Loch, 407. Fioranelli: Earl Grube, 177-210–544; Armie Fioranelli, 192–520; Tom Hawk, 174–472. STANDINGS Beal Rex Zmyweski Howell Fioranelli Csencsits
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Three-way Tie Now For First Place in Die Hards League
They’re bunching up at the top of the Bath Die Hards League following games played on March 12. Three teams are tied for first place – 4, 6 and 8! Teams 4 and 6 lost 1 to 3, but Team 8 won 3 to 1. Team 4 had Charles Kosman, 516; Diane Davies, 441, and Bob C. Kosman, 420. . . .Team 6 lost with Bobby Lou Snyder, 450, and Polly Kosman, 406. . . . Team 8 pulled it off with Mike Cawley, 532, and Charlene Fassl, 437. Team 5 is in second, a 3 to 1 winner with Rick Deily, 548; Sherry Longley, 452; Joe Taves, 445, and Jim Stevens, 425. Team 2 reached the .500 level with a 3 to 1 victory, led by Terry Bartholomew, 697; Ken Grube, 545, and Kathy Grube, 436. Holding fourth with a 1 to 3 loss is Team 1 with Brenda Deily, 502, and Bob R. Kosman, 442. Team 7 won 4 to 0 over Team 3, led by Mike Swope, 643; Gerald Bartholomew, 641; Amanda Leindecker, 520, and Charmaine
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Maxx Amusements Gains, Near Half Win In Bath Commercial
Maxx Amusements won 4 to 0 in week 25 to move closer to taking the second half in the Bath Commercial Bowling League season. They did it against TNT Fireworks. Turning the tables and blowing TNT out of the waters, Maxx had these scores: Andy Edelman, 257-266-237–760; Randy Frey, 200–591; Bill Bachman, 233–563; George Hyde, 528; and Russell Hank, 519. TNT: Ryan Flick, 224-212-216–652; Anton Boronski, 205-211-224–640; Denny Meixsell, 202–545; Kyle Weaver, 525. Daku Auto Body replaced Bath Supply #1 in second place with a 3 to 1 win over Crossroads Landscaping as they had Bob Daku, 219-277–683; Al Davidson, 237215-217–669; Scott Bortz, 202–564; Rich Mutarelli, 200–548; Bob Faustner, 513. Landscapers: Scott Weinberg, 241-228–651, and Joe Smith, 256–539. Bath Supply #1 fell to third as they lost to the Rice Family, 1 to 3. Rice beat them with Howie Rice, 513; Dale Fye, 511; Andy Rice, 501; and Jack Rice, 500. #1 had Frank Yeakel, 237–598; Lester Steigerwalt, 223–557; Jeff Kerbacher, 203–555; Steve Kerbacher, 202–555; and Harvey Rissmiller, 223–540. Bath Supply #2 reached fourth place with a 2 to 2 split in playing Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering. #2: Rich Trucksess, 298211–689; Scott McGee, 233–608; John Kerbacher, 244–590. Carfara: Ken Grube, 237-217–639; Ed Musselman, 226-219–634; Gerald Bartholomew, 216-231–632; Dino Carfara, 212-225–627; Steve Longley, 221-203–583.
STANDINGS W L Maxx Amusements 26 14 Daku Auto Body 23 17 Bath Supply #1 22 18 Bath Supply #2 21 19 TNT Fireworks 20 20 Carfara’s Paint 18 22 Rice Family 17 23 Crossroads Landscape 1 3 27
www.HomeNewsPA.com Mayer Still At Top; Second Place Changes In Monday Nite Mixed
The Mayer team continues to hold on, but it’s the second place teams that keep changing, as they win, then they lose in the Monday Nite Mixed League. That’s what happened again in week 26. Mayer won 3 to 1 over Dutt, keeping them in the basement, as they had Dawn Mayer with 183-188–542; Marty Beal, 206–539; Donna Amore, 495; Sue Brandt, 432. Dutt: Eric Spooner, 194-193203–590, and Jackie Crouse, 179201–497. Arndt was second, but lost 0 to 4 to Kerbacher to drop to third. John Kerbacher led his team with 190-254-258–702, followed by Andy Rice, 180-185–527; Dee Allogio, 471; and Lisa Shafer, 160-156–440. Arndt: Tom Zeitner, 184–4581; Patti Arndt, 163–455; Janet Naylor, 371; Joan Erb, 366. Fioranelli took over second by defeating Hahn, 4 to 0, another former second place team, now in sixth. Armie Fioranelli showed the way with 204-202211–617, along with Steve Rinker, 197–505; Sandy Becker, 169–485; Carol Kocher, 157–405. Hahn: Elmer Effting, 197–488; Linda Hahn, 187–461; Austy Strohl, 408; Bert Davidson, 378. Kemmerer outplayed Jacoby, winning 3 to 1 behind Ernest Bonser, 181-234–573; Kacey Bonser, 162-170–473; Matt Morganello, 180–457; Sue Bonser, 388. Jacoby: Dave Jacoby, 181-213–552; Scott McGee, 179-193–499; Mike Knable, 173–477. STANDINGS Mayer Fioranelli Arndt Kemmerer Kerbacher Hahn Jacoby Dutt
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Planet Fitness Pulls Into Tie for Lead In Industrial League
Planet Fitness won 3 to 1 over the Hecktown Fire Co. #1 and pulled into a share of first place with HarHart’s in week 24 of the Bath Industrial League. Fitness: (according to the team reporter) both Jim Bendekovitz and Scott Fenstermaker, identical scores of 217-249-227–693; Scott Ackerman, 203-268–688; Warren Nelson, 231–577; Mark Flamisch, 415. Firemen: Stan Zurowski, 186-195-248–629; Matt Paules, 190-221-216–627; B. J. Doncsesz, 199-192-190–581; Ken Hoelle, 254–565; Andy Schwartz, 448. Flurer’s Machine beat the leading HarHart team, 3 to 1, with only Stan Fogel, 449, and Gary Reaser, 444. HarHart: “Butch” Holland, 245-231-225–701; Marty Csencsits, 206-246–623; George Hyde, 183-206–549; Bob Sipple, 484. G & L Sign Co. triumphed over Hear PA, 3 to 1, with Mike Reese, 177-223-227–627; Tim Morrissey, 267-223–607; Gary Gower, 197-265–607; Evan Rehrig, 182-195-216–593; Paul Duda, 180-199-202–581. Hear PA: Mike Derwinski, 225-192-203–620; Les Salzarulo, 176-195-210–581; Mario Forte, 234-202–570; Todd Everhart, 200-217–551. Arndt Construction prevailed over Taylor Honey, 3 to 1, led by Jason Benner, 258-261-203–722; Ed Musselman, 205-214-257–676; Bob Adams, 190-259–626; Marty Beal, 203-223–594; Don Arndt, 184-200–542. Taylor: Ed Taylor, 211-205–589; Scott Friebon, 192224–585; Jack Troxell, 183-211– 554; Marvin Meixsell, 199–535; Continued on page 8
BATH AREA BATH BORO – EAST ALLEN TWSP. – MOORE TWSP. – CHAPMAN BORO Alex’s Lemonade Stand At Moore Elementary Submitted by CURTIS DIMMICK
Moore Elementary School will be holding the annual "Alex's Lemonade Stand" during lunches on Tuesday, April 1. Lemonade will be available to students and staff for $.25/cup. Please feel free to send some change into school with your student(s) this day in order for them to participate in the lemonade stand. If you are interested in mak-
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Bath Mayor Fiorella Reginelli-Mirabito has organized a fun filled month of activities to be held this October to help raise awareness and funds for all types of cancer research. There will be one event every weekend and plenty going on for everyone all month long. The kick off of events will begin on October 4 at Bath Community Day. Tshirts and hoodies for adults and children are on sale now, with order forms available at many businesses in Bath and surrounding municipalities and online. A tentative schedule of events has been released: Oct. 1 - 31: Ribbons all over Bath, Oct. 4: Pink Heals Tour (pink fire truck signed by survivors and their families) along with a blood drive in the parking lot of Thirst Quenchers. Also, Registration for "Be The Match" and Andrew the Ambulance (talking robot ambulance) will be on hand. Oct. 4: All Pets, All Pink, Parade will be held on Poplar Street, Oct. 11: TURN BATH PINK 5K Run/Walk will be held throughout the borough. Oct. 18: A human ribbon with aerial photography will take place at George Wolf Elementary parking lot. In addition, on Oct. 25 and 26 a "Pink" Auction with many prizes/grand prizes will be held at the Bath Social Hall. A meeting for volunteers and interested persons will be held on Monday March 31 at 7 p.m. at the Bath Borough Municipal Building. For more information, gear order forms or to learn how you can help and support the American Cancer Society, visit www. turnbathpink.com
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DNA Pushed Down More in Second Place In Friday Niters
Team YTTIHS put DNA Repair a little further down in second place by beating them 3 to 1 in week 28 of the Bath Legion Friday Niters League. The winners were led by Brent Bartholomew, 186-219–587; Anton Boronski, 193-228–572; Matt Astfak, 189211–569; Harry Emery, 245–555, and Randy Williams, 172–454. DNA fell with “Pappy” Bartholomew, 186-197-214–597; Ty Pagotto, 190-231–590; Ed Musselman, 189-255–584; Terry Bartholomew, 204–526; and Mike Swope, 171–455. Bath Legion held its third spot with a 2 to 2 tie vs. Wee-Little Pigs. Legion: Ryan Flick, 232237-238–707; Dave Shaver, 229-
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NORTHAMPTON AREA NORTHAMPTON BORO – ALLEN TWSP. – LEHIGH TWSP. Residents voice concerns about Allen Twp. FedEx plans By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
Four days before another hearing on the proposed building of a distribution center for FedEx, at least two residents voiced allegations and concerns about the Allen Township Board of Supervisors’ position, and of the vice chairman in particular. The first one asked Supervisor Bruce Frack where he is employed. Frack told him he has been with the Lehigh Valley Airport Authority for 44 years. The resident charged that as a conflict of interest
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FedEx go through with their project? Or is it a done deal?” He said the residents have legitimate concerns that FedEx and Rockefeller don’t get any special deals. Supervisor Larry Oberly said the question is before the Allen Township Planning Commission and they will see that the companies meet regulations in the Municipalities Planning Code. With the resident inferring that the supervisors have their pockets lined, he also charged that they have a disposition that they are against the residents. Former supervisor William Holmes, a member of the Planning Commission, told him, “We are not leaving any stone unturned. It is nowhere near approved, and they will have a problem meeting deadlines.” The hearing continued on Monday, March 17 at the Allen Township Fire Co. (See related story.) Other Matters • The board okayed the Municipal Waste and Recycling contract’s binding arbitration clause. Treadwell also noted the Service Electric Cable TV franchise agreement, that will be automatically renewed for ten years instead of seven. • The comprehensive plan amendment will be sent back
to the Planning Commission. • Supervisors Al Pierce and Oberly and Planners Holmes and Eugene Clater will study the Act 537 plan for the future. • Scott Uhnak and Mike Tamicky of the road crew will attend training in the Pa. Dirt and Gravel Road Program on March 26 and 27 at Reading. The course is free, but there must be training in Envi-
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ronmentally Sensitive Maintenance before to apply for funds for paved roads with less than 500 vehicles using them in a day. The ESM program focuses on water quality, simple applications, and local control. • The township has a $68,000 county grant for a Savage Rd. trail / dog park. Continued on page 14
Northampton Regional Emergency Medical Services recognized for Work in cardiac care Submitted by Eric Wescoe
On February 26, the Lehigh Valley Health Network recognized Northampton Regional Emergency Medical Services (NREMS) for their efforts in caring for patients with heart problems also known as “Acute Cardiac Syndrome” before they get to the hospital. NREMS was selected after the Lehigh Valley Health Network Cardiology Department reviewed EMS performance data provided by local EMS providers hosted by the Lehigh Valley Health Network. NREMS has placed an emphasis into the training of our staff to recognize heart
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The Nazareth Business Council and the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce invite you to a one of a kind wine & tasting event - “PAIRINGS” - on Sunday, April 6, from 2 to 6 p.m. The event is sponsored by Merchants Bank of Bangor. Your journey will begin and end at the Nazareth Center for the Arts. Guests will board the Easton Coach shuttle and arrive at the first destination, Widow’s Tavern and Grill; Chef Adam Greismann will delight you with Widow’s most famous dish paired with an excellent selection of wine.
Next, you will arrive at Beck’s Land & Sea where Chef Cale Beck will show you why Beck’s has been voted “Best in the Valley.” Guests will then arrive at the Classic Victorian Estate Inn, where Chef Cindee Feldman of 29 Cooks Catering will share her passion for elegant dining with a superb wine. The shuttle will then bring you back to the Nazareth Center for the Arts to meet the fabulous Amy Cozze, owner of Cozze Cakes. Your adventure will end with her sweet temptations. To make a reservation, email Mary at maryh@lehighvalleychamber.org or call to register at 610-739-1520.
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The 2013-2014 Nazareth Winter sports season ended with the swimming championships at Bucknell University in Lewisberg, last week. Nazareth had a great showing with several girls placing, including; Maddy Blair and Victoria Palochik who became All-state athletes. Also placing were Caroline Esordi, Vanessa Steber, and Rose Tavinini. Congrats to the Nazareth swimmers. On Friday March 21, the Spring Season will start when the baseball team will host Pocono Mountain East Cardinals at 4 p.m. and the softball team willalso host the Cardinals at 4 p.m. On Saturday March 22, the boys tennis team will host Pleasant Valley at 10 a.m. On Monday March 24, the baseball and softball teams will both be at East Stroudsburg South at 4 p.m. while the girls lacrosse team will host Saucon Valley at 5:30 p.m. On Tuesday March 25, the boys tennis team will host Easton at 3:30 p.m. and the girls lacrosse team will host Freedom at 5:30 p.m. For up to the minute Nazareth School District News check out www. nazarethsports.net.
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Former Catasauqua High School coach Tom Falzone was approved as the Nazareth head football coach for the 2014 season, on Monday night. Falzone, joined by several family members, briefly
thanked the Nazareth Area School Board. He replaces Rob Melosky, who resigned in January after going 42-29 in six seasons. Falzone led Catasauqua to a 47-18 record, two Colonial League titles and the 2013 District 11 Class AA championship over a five-year span.
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“Macbeth,” Shakespeare’s classic play about betrayal, greed and love, will be staged at Northampton Community College (NCC), Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Main Campus in April. Dates and times of performances are Thursday, April 10; Friday, April 11 and Saturday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, April 13 at 3 p.m. The play will be directed by William Mutimer, assistant professor, communication and theatre. Admission is free with a donation of non-perishable food items or a scholarship contribution. Reservations are suggested. Call 610-861-5524.
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Obituaries Karen K. Beal
Oct. 15, 1954 – March 12, 2014 Karen K. Beal, 59, of Moore Township died on We d n e s d ay, March 12 at home. She was the wife of Martin E. Beal III. Karen was a graduate of Southern Lehigh High School, class of 1972. She later attended Northampton Community College, where she earned a certificate in medical coding. Prior to her illness, Karen was employed as a supervisor of the customer service department at NewlyWed Foods for more than 20 years. Previously, she worked at the tin mill sales department of the Bethlehem Steel Co. for 20 years. Born Oct. 15, 1954 in Quakertown, she was a daughter of William Raab, Sr. of Center Valley and the late Mabel (Miller) Raab. Karen was a community volunteer and member of the Moore Township Families in Need for many years. She enjoyed crocheting afghans, stained glass artistry, antique collecting, gardening, reading, and spending time at the beach. In addition to her husband and father, she is survived by a son, Cory Brown, at home; a daughter, Vanessa Brown, of Bethlehem; two brothers, Richard Raab of Nazareth and Robert Raab of Coopersburg; four sisters, Beverly Ruppert of Breinigsville, Patricia Raab of Center Valley, Bonnie Raab of Zionsville, and Cindy Schaffer of Center Valley; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, William Raab, Jr., in 2013. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. There were no calling hours. Arrangements were made by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Memorial contributions may be made to the Women’s 5K Classic, 4684 York Dr., Orefield, PA 18069.
Nancy A. Biery
Sept. 16, 1938 – March 11, 2014 Nancy A. Biery, 75, of Northampton died on Tuesday, March 11 in Lehigh Val-
ley Hospital – Cedar Crest, Salisbury Township. She was the wife of the late Gerald D. Biery, who died Nov. 10, 1993. She was a graduate of the Sacred Heart Hospital School of Nursing and worked in the O.R. and later as a private duty nurse. Born Sept. 16, 1938 in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late George E. and Marguerite (Meagher) Messner. Nancy was a member of Christ Little Moore U.C.C. Church, Danielsville, and a former member of Zion’s Stone U.C.C., Kreidersville. She was a church organist for many years. Surviving are a son, Scott D. Biery, of Northampton; two granddaughters; two greatgrandchildren; a niece and nephews. Preceding her in death were a grandson, Michael Tita; four brothers and two sisters. Services were on Saturday morning in the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton, followed by burial in Zion Cemetery, Kreidersville.
Nancyann L. Hower
Jan. 24, 1940 – March 10, 2014 Nancyann L. Hower, 74, formerly of Nazareth, died on Monday, March 10 in Maris Grove, Glen Mills, Pa. She was the wife of James T. Hower, Sr. for 52 years. A 1958 graduate of Nazareth High School, she graduated later from Trenton State College, earning a Bachelor of Education degree. She also did graduate work at Marywood College, Penn State University and Drexel University. She retired from the Council Rock School District, where she was a librarian and elementary school teacher. She was also employed by the Sol Feinstein Elementary School. Born on Jan. 24, 1940 in Northampton County, she was a daughter of the late Elmer and Wilma (Bachman) James. She was a former member of St. John’s Evan. Lutheran Church and the YMCA in Nazareth. Besides her husband, she is survived by a son, James T. Hower, Jr., of Kennett Square; a daughter, Beth Ann Risch, of Hudson, Ohio; a sister, Susan Moyer, of McNeal, Ariz.; and five grandchildren.
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Services were held on Friday morning in the Schmidt Funeral Home, Nazareth, with The Rev. Cindy Muse officiating, followed by interment in Greenwood Cemetery, Nazareth. Memorial contributions may be sent to Maris Grove Patient Care Fund, 100 Maris Grove Way, Glen Mills, PA 19342, or Calvary Lutheran Church, 730 S. New St., West Chester, PA 19382.
Maryann Krause
Maryann W. Krause, 73, of Laury’s Station (N. Whitehall Twsp.) died suddenly on Wednesday, March 12, 2014 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, Salisbury Township. She was the wife of Rayburn R. Krause since 1961. She worked as a trimmer and matcher for the former Cross Country Clothes-Botany 500 Group, Northampton. Previously, she worked in the same capacity for the former Tama Mfg. Co., Northampton, and as manager of the bakery/deli departments at Weis Market, Bethlehem. She also helped her husband as a sales clerk selling trees, bushes, shrubs and other greenery. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Marion (Waltz) Sywenki. She was a member of St. John’s U.C.C. Church in Laury’s Station. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, Hans M. of Andreas and Heinrich M. of Allentown; eight grandchildren; two great-granddaughters; a brother, Merritt Sywenki of Pennsville; two aunts, and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services were held on Monday morning in St. John’s U.C.C., followed by burial in the church cemetery. Arrangements were by the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton. Contributions may be made to the church memorial fund, 1415 Rising Sun Rd., Laury’s Station, PA 19059.
Christian A. Loch
Aug. 18, 1980 – March 13, 2014 Christian Alexander Loch, 33, of Bath died on Thursday, March 13. He was the husband of Trisha Ann (Romanishan) Loch for five years. He attended Notre Dame of Bethlehem grade school, was a graduate of Bethlehem Catholic High School class of 1999, and graduated from Northampton Community College. He later earned his B.A. degree from Elizabethtown College. Christian worked for Telerx as the Supervisor of Operational Excellence. Born on August 18, 1980 in Bethlehem, he was a son of Kurt F. and Mary (Green) Loch of Easton. In addition to his wife and parents, he is survived by a brother, Timothy Loch; two nieces; father and mother-inlaw, Bill and Barbara Romanishan; brothers-in-law, Adam and Eric Romanishan; and numerous cousins, aunts and uncles. A Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday afternoon at Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church, Bethlehem. Burial was private. Arrangements were by the Connell
Funeral Home, Bethlehem. Memorial contributions may be made to Trish Loch, c/o the funeral home at 245 E. Broad St., Bethlehem, PA 18018, or contribute directly at http://www.youcaring.com/medical-fundraiser/ prayers-for-christian/144993.
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Elvira Nicholasen
April 15, 1946 – March 11, 2014 Elvira “Vera” Nicholasen, 67, of Bath died Tuesday, March 11 in St. Luke’s University Hospital, Fountain Hill. She was the wife of James Nicholasen for 44 years. She loved bowling with her Josephine Markovitz Sept. 30, 1923 – March 11, 2014 husband, traveling and visitJosephine Markovitz, 90, ing with her grandchildren. Born April 15, 1846 in Weyof Nazareth died on Tuesday, March 11 in the VNA Hospice mouth, Mass., she was the of St. Luke’s in Lower Saucon daughter of the late Michael Township. She was the wife and Elvira Ferullo. She was a member of St. of the late Rudolf Markovitz, John’s Evan. Lutheran Church, who died August 12, 2012. Born on Sept. 30, 1923, she Bath and a life member of the was a daughter of the late East Bath Rod & Gun Club. Besides her husband, she Salvatore and Margaret (Ceris survived by two daughters, ruto) Calabrese. She was a member of Holy Michelle Nicholasen O’Toole Family Catholic Church and of Somerville, Mass. and Ginits Rosary & Altar Society in ger Fleming of Ocean Pines, Md.; a son, David Nicholasen, Nazareth. Surviving are a daughter, of Stockertown; ten grandJoan Garrett, of Nazareth; a children; four sisters, Anne son, Alan G. Markovitz, of Noonan of Portland, Texas, Bath; five grandchildren; five Barbara Parmley of Townsend, sisters, Assunta “Sue” Argen- Mass., Rose Jackson of Weytati of Reading, Jennie Padula mouth, Mass., and Patricia of Tatamy, Antoinette “Toni” Tocchio of South Weymouth, Godiska of Nazareth, and Mass.; and many nieces and Virginia Betz of Bath; and a nephews. Preceding her in death were brother, Santo Calabrese, of a nephew, Sean Noonan, and Easton. Preceding her in death a great-niece, Paige Jackman. Services were on Tuesday were a sister, Rose Hunt, and morning in the Schmidt Fua brother, James Calabrese. Services were held Satur- neral Home, Nazareth, with day morning in the Joseph F. Pastor Jay R. Wetzel of St. Reichel Funeral Home, Naza- John’s Lutheran Church in reth, followed by a Mass of Bath officiating. Burial was Christian Burial in Holy Fam- in Forks Church Cemetery, ily Church and interment in Stockertown. Memorial donations may the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude’s Chilbe made to the church, c/o dren’s Research Hospital, 501 the funeral home at 220 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN Washington Park, Nazareth, 38105. PA 18064. Jordan H. Purdy April 13, 1926 – March 11, 2014 Jordan H. Dorothea Purdy, 87, of F. Miltenberger Bath, formerly July 15, 1928 – March 14, 2014 of Delaware Dorothea F. Miltenberger, Park, N.J. (Lo85, formerly of Pennsville, patcong Towndied on Friday, March 14 in ship), died Gracedale. She was the wife on Tuesday, of Richard S. Miltenberger for March 11 in 67 years. Gracedale. He was the husShe and her husband were automobile enthusiasts and band of Doris B. (Pursell) Purmembers of the Lehigh Valley dy for 40 years. He attended Wilson High and Ontelaunee Antique Car Clubs, as well as the Antique School and later served in the Automobile Club of America. U.S. Navy during World War Born July 15, 1928 in Penns- II, spending most of his time ville, she was a daughter of aboard the U.S.S. Chickasaw the late Russell and Emma in Okinawa, Japan. Upon returning home he had a 48(Heist) Reinhard. She was a member of the year career at Mack Printing former Christ Evan. Lutheran Co. in Easton before retiring Church in Schoenersville. Continued on page 12 In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Michael L. Miltenberger, of Danielsville; two daughters, Cynthia Hoch, of Keller, Texas and Kathleen Turtzo of Zionsville; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephARTHOLOMEW ews. Preceding her in death were UNERAL OME a brother, Ralph Reinhard, and two sisters, Ethel Dicker“Serving Families Since 1853” man and Pearl Daubert. • Traditional Funerals Services were held on • Cremation Services Wednesday morning in the • Pre-Planning Available George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. InterZee R. K. Bartholomew ment will be private. Supervisor Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheim610-837-6451 er’s Association, 617 Main St. www.bartholomewfuneralhome.net 243 S. Walnut St., Bath, PA 18014 #A, Hellertown, PA 18055.
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in 1991. Born April 13, 1926, he was the son of the late Harry J. and Emma (Coulp) Purdy. He was a member of the Moose Lodge and Ss. Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Church of Phillipsburg. Jordan was an avid softball player with several Phillipsburg leagues and the Easton Industrial League through Mack Printing. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Jordan H. Purdy, of Palmer Township; a daughter, Kristin Walsh, of Nazareth; step-daughter, Kathy McCusker, of Bath; step-son Kenneth Case, of Northampton; 16 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Beverly Hay, of Phillipsburg. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 23 years, Anna (Pohrivcak) Purdy, in 1972. A memorial service in celebration of Jordan’s life was held on Saturday, March 15 in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Interment was private. Contributions may be made to the Delaware Park Firehouse, 112 Park Ave., Phillipsburg, NJ 08865.
Hilda V. Reaser
April 14, 1923 – March 12, 2014 H i l d a V. Reaser, 90, of Bath died on We d n e s day, March 12 in Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Bethlehem. She was the wife of Woodrow A. J. Reaser for 70 years. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Known for her good luck, she enjoyed trips to the casinos and was an avid bingo player. Born April 14, 1923 in Newburg, she was a daughter of the late Victor and Hel-
en (Flyte) Heckman. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, Richard of Lower Nazareth Township and Allen of Northampton; a daughter, Gloria MacLean, of Allentown; seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, Robert Reaser, in 1999; brothers Kenneth and Harvey Heckman, and sisters Virgil Green and Gladys Hartzell. Services were held on Tuesday afternoon in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown, followed by interment in Green Mount Cemetery, Bath. Contributions in memory of Hilda may be made to the American Heart Association, 212 E. Broad St., Bethlehem, PA 18018.
Patricia A. Simak
Aug. 2, 1942 – March 15, 2014 Patricia A. Simak, 71, of Nazareth died Saturday, March 15 in Moravian Hall Square, Nazareth. She was the wife of John A. Simak for 48 years. She was a supervisor at A&&T in Bedminster, N.J. for 30 years, retiring in 1999. The No. 1 fan of Elvis, she enjoyed her visits to Graceland, especially her last trip there to celebrate her 70th birthday. Born August 2, 1942 in the Bronx, N.Y., she was a daughter of the late Richard and Katherine (Garrity) Drew. Patricia was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Nazareth, where she sang on the choir, was an Eucharistic minister and taught Sunday school. In addition to her husband, she is survived by four daughters, Kathlen Simak of Nazareth, Colleen Huff of Annapolis, Md., Dr. Eileen Simak of Nazareth, and Joleen Shuda of Andover, N.J.; eight grandchildren; and two brothers, Richard Drew of Middletown, N.Y., and Warren Drew. Preceding her in death was a sister, Dorothea “Maureen” Halwick. Services will be held on
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Friday at 9:30 a.m. in the Joeph F. Reichel Funeral Home, 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Family Church. Entombment will be in Holy Family Mausoleum. Calling hours are today (Thursday) 2-4 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m. until time of service in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Center for Animal Health & Welfare, 1165 Island Park Rd., Easton, PA 18042.
Elaine R. Vetovitz
Sept. 5, 1944 – March 9, 2014 Elaine R. Vetovitz, 69, of Moore To w n s h i p died on Sunday, March 9 in the VNA Hospice of St. Luke’s in Lower Saucon Township. She was the wife of Michael G. Vetovitz for 22 years on April 4, 2014. A 1962 graduate of Central Catholic High School in Allentown, Elaine enjoyed sewing and was known for her professionally designed and hand-sewn competition ice and roller skating apparel. She also enjoyed bowling and movies, and attended and supported her children and grandchildren at their sporting and school events. Born Sept. 5, 1944 in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Esther (Butz) Tomek. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Michael Aversa, of Moore Township; a daughter, Michelle Frable, of Nazareth; four grandchildren; three sisters, Annette Stefko of Allentown, Dolores Ford of Catasauqua, and Patricia Tomek of Allentown; and many nieces and nephews. 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 the St. Luke’s Hospice Development Office, 801 Ostrum St., Bethlehem, PA 18015.
Edith worked at the former Lerner’s Department Store in Northampton for several years and she was also a waitress in the Lehigh Valley for more than 30 years. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Saylorsburg. Surviving is a sister, Nancy Eberts, of Dallas, Pa. Private services were arranged by the Reichel Funeral Home in Northampton.
Alphonse L. Yost
Jan. 22, 1918 – March 15, 2014 Alphone L. “Al” Yost, 96, of Nazareth died Saturday, March 15 in Lehigh Valley Hospital – Muhlenberg, Bethlehem. He was the husband of the late Mary (Unger) Yost, who died Dec. 30, 2004. He was a master craftsman at Martin Guitar, Nazareth, retiting in 1985. Previously, he worked at Penn-Dixie Cement Co. Plant #5, Nazareth, for 29 years. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Born Jan. 22, 1918 in Bath, he was a son of the late John and Caroline Yost. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church and its Holy Name Society, and was a life member of the Holy Family Sick & Relief Society and American Legion Post #415, all in Nazareth. Surviving are two sons, Robert and David Yost; two daughters, Rosanne Yost and Jayne Yost, at home; five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were two brothers, Paul and Frank Yost, and a sister, Caroline Marakovits. Services were this (Thursday) morning in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Family Church and interment in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to
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Edith Yohn, 78, of Northampton died Tuesday, March 11, 2014 in Cedarbrook, Fountain Hill. She was the daughter of the late Harold and Helen (Danner) Yohn.
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Solid OAK Bedroom Dresser Drawers function. Asking $75 - Call: 610-837-2031. (3/27) DELL COMPUTER Speakers, Desktop, Monitor, Keyboard and Desk. Asking $75. Call: 610-837-2031. (3/27) SHARI`S BERRIES Order Mouthwatering Gifts for your Valentine! SAVE 20 percent on qualifying gifts over $29! Fresh Dipped Berries starting at $19.99! Visit www.berries.com/ heart or Call 1-800-341-6959. (10/30) ProFlowers Show lots of love this Valentine’s Day! SAVE 55 PERCENT on our Tender Hugs & Kisses bouquet with chocolates for $19.99 plus S/H. ALSO, Get 20 percent off your other gifts over $29! Go to www.Proflowers. com/joyful or call 1-800-9128679. (10/30) Model “L” Gravely Tractor Late 40’s ?, Runs well, Comes with snow plow, snow blower, rotary mower, hauling cart, two instruction manuals from early 50’s. $1,100 Call Richard 610-217-1682 (4/3)
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Klecknersville Rangers Presents local band SOCIAL CALL on Saturday, March 22, 2014 from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Kitchen will be open. Beverages, Chips, & Pretzels are included. BYOB! MUST be 21. Tickets $10 in advance/$15 at the door. For tickets or more information, contact Adam at 610-5543718. (3/20) Country Cottage Nut Roll Sale Sponsored By Ladies Auxiliary Bath Firefighters. 15” Long $14 each. Orders and Money due March 29, 2014. Delivery date April 12, 2014 at the Engine House. Nut, Poppy-seed, Prune, Apricot & Seedless Raspberry. To order call: 610-837-7908, or 610-837-6514. (3/27) The Moorestown Garden Club presents Bev Hoyer of Buzas Greenhouses, who will demonstrate “How to Plant the Perfect Container Garden like a Pro!”- Tuesday, April 1 at 7:00 PM. Salem UCC Fellowship Hall, 2218 Community Drive, Bath. West of the Light Rte. 512 & 946. Soil and Supplies will be available. Public is invited. Call for seating 610-837-7078. (3/27) SATURDAY, MARCH 29TH: PORK & SAUERKRAUT DINNER, 4-7 PM - ALL YOU CAN EAT! ADVANCED TICKETS 484894-7155 ALSO AVAILABLE @ DOOR - ADULTS - $9; 6-12 $4; UNDER 6 FREE. ZION’S STONE UCC, 51 CHURCH ROAD, NORTHAMPTON (KREIDERSVILLE) Benefit the Mission Hard Work Group Menu: Pork, Sauerkraut, Home Made Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Applesauce, Rolls, Hot Dogs available, Dessert & Beverage. Bring a Canned good for the Northampton Area Food Bank. (3/27) Ham & Dandelion Dinner April 5th, 3:30pm – 6:00pm. Christ Church Little Moore, 913 S. Mink Rd., Danielsville (corner of Rt. 946 and Mink Rd.) Adults $10.00; Children ages 5-12, $4.50; age 4 & under Free. Call Brenda @ 610-837-0680 by March 23 for tickets. No Tickets at the door. (3/20) OLDIES DANCE Saturday, April 5, 2014, Northampton Community Center - Tickets $30 Includes Music from DESIRE - Raffles, Hot Buffet & Beverages. Must be 21 yo. - Call Paulette: 610-509-8173 Proceeds to Benefit the Konkrete Kids Educational Foundation. (3/27) HAM & DANDELION DINNER Country Style - April 5, 2014, 4-7 PM St. Peters UCC-Seemsville, 8142 Valley View Rd. Northampton, PA 18067 Tickets: Adults $10; 6-12 yo $4.50; Under 6-FREE. Call 610-837-1098 by March 30. (3/27)
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ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Kenneth J. Bird, late of the Township of Palmer, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased. WHEREAS, Letters of Administration in the above-named estate have been granted to Eileen A. Lewis, Administratrix of the Estate of Kenneth J. Bird. All persons indebted to the said estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present eh same without delay to Eileen A. Lewis c/o Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (3/20-4/3) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of John E. Brensinger, Jr., a/k/a John E. Brensinger, late of the Township of Moore, County of Northampton and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased. Letters Testamentary on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons indebted to the estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims against to present them in writing without delay to the Attorney noted below. Darlene A. Wertman 7530 Gun Club road New Tripoli, PA 18066 Executrix DANIEL G. SPENGLER, ESQUIRE 110 East Main Street Bath, PA 18014 Attorney for the Estate (3/13-3/27) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of HAROLD W. GROTH a/k/a HAROLD W. GROTH, JR., deceased, late of 1745 Macada Road, Bethlehem, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, Letters Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the Decedent to make the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to: Executrix: Deborrah L. Groth Address: 1650 Allen Circle Bethlehem, PA 18017 Or to her Attorney: Joshua D. Shulman, Esquire SHULMAN & SHABBICK 1935 Center Street Northampton, PA 18067 (3/13-3/27) ESTATE NOTICE The Estate of Paul G. Wambold, deceased, of the Borough of Bath, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary for the above Estate were granted to Alice I. Shunk, on March 5, 2014. 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 Alice I. Shunk, in care of Gregory R. Reed, Attorney-atLaw, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299, Nazareth, PA 18064-0299. (3/20-4/3) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Emily B. Kehm, late of the City of Allentown, Lehigh County, PA. Letters Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same, and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payments without delay to: Sharon L. Czekner, c/o her attorney, FRANK M. SKRAPITS, Esquire, Affiliated with Steckel and Stopp, 2152 Main Street, Northampton, PA 18067-1211. (3/13-3/27)
March 20-26, 2014 13 FICTITOUS NAME NOTICE Notice is hereby given pursuant to the provisions of the Fictitious Name Act 295 of 1982, as amended that a certificate was filed in the Office of the Secretary of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania at Harrisburg, PA on February 18, 2014 for the conduct of a business in Northampton County under the fictitious name of The Red Rock Oven with its principal place of business at 5768 Indian Trail Road, Northampton, PA 18067. The name and address of the person owning or interested in said business is Patricia Rizzotto, address same as above. (3/20)
Count on the Home News Classifieds! 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 3, 2014, 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 20, 2014. All proposals shall be submitted in a sealed envelope on the forms provided, clearly marked with the name of the bidder an 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 3, 2014 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 interest of the Borough and the Borough Authority. Bid proposals are to remain for a period of one (1) year after award of bid. Escalation clauses are acceptable. Bidders are required to provide, as 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 (3/20-3/27)
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PUblic notice-Legal 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 2, 2014 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: 14-ZHB-653 The applicant(s), Joseph and Denise Brady, applicant(s) of the property located at 2380 Keeler Rd., Nazareth, Moore Twp. Pa 18064 request the following relief: a special exception to operate a residential General Home Occupation of yoga/fitness teaching and training on site. The section(s) of the ordinance cited for this application are as follows: 200-22H (H-7) General Home Occupation Standards, as well as any other section in which relief may be needed upon review by the Board. The property, County PIN# J6-6-7B contains approximately 2.4 acres and is zoned, Rural Agricultural (RA). (3/20-3/27) BOROUGH OF NORTHAMPTON EXECUTIVE MEETING Notice is hereby given that Northampton Borough Council will meet in an executive session on Thursday, March 20, 2014, at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers. The purpose of this executive session is to discuss pending legal matters. Gene Zarayko Borough Manager (3/20) Moore Township Board of Supervisors Bid Requested Road Materials Sealed Proposals will be received by the Moore Township Board of Supervisors until 3:00 PM on Monday, March 31, 2014 at the Moore Township Municipal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath, PA 18014. The bids will be opened at a Special Meeting of the Board of Supervisors scheduled for Monday, March 31, 2014 at 3:15 PM at the Moore Township Municipal Building at which time they will be publicly read aloud by the Board of Supervisors. Bids will be received for the following: For Annual Contracts STONE 3,000 tons more or less 2A Modified Stone - delivered or picked-up 1,500 tons more or less 2RC Modified Stone - delivered or picked-up 1,000 tons more or less 2B 57 Washed Stone - delivered or picked-up 500 tons more or less 3A Modified Stone - delivered or picked-up 500 tons more or less #3 Stone - delivered or picked-up 500 tons more or less #4 Stone - delivered or picked-up 500 tons more or less Gabian Stone - delivered or picked-up 2,000 tons more or less 1/4” Antiskid Stone - delivered or picked-up Asphalt Materials 2,500 tons more or less Superpave Asphalt Mixture Design, 9.5 mm, PG 64-22, SRLM, ESAL’S 0.0 to 0.3 million, Wearing Course - F.O.B. Plant 500 tons more or less Superpave Asphalt Mixture Design,
25.0 mm, PG 64-22, ESAL’S 0.0 to 0.3 million, Base Course - F.O.B. Plant 100 tons more or less UPM Cold patch-picked up. All materials must conform to standard specifications of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Form 408. All quantities are approximate, and are used for Bid comparison purposes and bonding purposes. The actual amount payable to a successful Bidder will be based on the actual quantities required by the Township. All Bidders for F.O.B. Plant material must specify the distance along roads from their plant to the Township Building. Each such Bid will be adjusted by $ .25/ton/direct mile, to account for Township trucking cost differences. All Bidders shall supply a 10% Bid Bond or Certified Check payable to Moore Township securing their Bid. All Bidders must be pre-qualified by PennDOT. All successful Bidders shall post a Material and Performance Bond within 20 (Twenty) days of award, in an amount of 50% up to $5,000.00, or 100% for contracts $5,000.00 or more. Failure to supply the bond in such time shall void the contract. The Board of Supervisors reserves the right to reject any or all Bids, proposals or items of a proposal, to waive any Bid formalities, and to accept the Bid it deems to be in the best interest of Moore Township. The Bidder agrees to hold his Bid prices for sixty (60) days from the date of the Bid Proposal. The Bids must be received in an envelope sealed and marked for their purpose, and the Bids must be made on current Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Forms. A non-collusion affidavit must be completed and submitted. Contractor is required to provide a signed contractor’s Statement of Compliance to show that Federal Department of Transportation regulations (49 CFR Parts 40 and 382) regarding CDL implementation of drug and alcohol tests is being compiled with. Bid Form/s (MS-963) shall be obtained at the Moore Township Municipal Office, 2491 Community Drive, Bath, PA 18014 between the hours of 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday thru Friday. Telephone 610-759-9449, Facsimile 610-759-9448. Moore Township Board of Supervisors David Tashner, Sr. Public Works Director (3/20) PUBLIC NOTICE The Moore Township Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting on Monday, March 31, 2014 at 3:15 pm for the purpose of opening bids for the 2014 Stone Contract. The meeting will be held at the Moore Township Municipal Building, 24912 Community Drive, Bath, Pa. 18014. All interested parties are invited to attend. Moore Township Board of Supervisors Richard K. Gable Secretary/Treasurer (3/20)
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(3/20-3/27) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Anna Mankowski, late of the Township of Upper Nazareth, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased. WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Mark Corson, Executor of the Estate of Anna Mankowski. All persons indebted to the said estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to: Mark Corson c/o Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (3/20-4/3) NOTICE OF CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Certificate of Organization for a Domestic Limited Liability Company was filed with the Pennsylvania Department of State for: SOUTHSIDE SMOKE SHOP LLC In accordance with the provision of the Limited Liability Company Act of 1994. Dennis P. Ortwein, Esquire, 5201 William Penn Hwy., Easton, PA 18045. (3/20)
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visor Dale Hassler questioned upkeep of a dog park. Frack said a lot of residents would like a dog park and there are seven acres suitable for it near the Atlas Estates development and an industrial area and railroad bed. • There are three properties that could be put into farmland preservation. If accepted, funds would be paid to the owners, and they could not use the land for any future development. • The Willow Green development was discussed and residents were at the meeting. There were questions about their joining the township’s garbage collection, public water and sewer. It is a private community, so
the township does not maintain their private driveways and streets. Pierce asked if they would like to contract for garbage hauling with the township and one resident said “Absolutely!” Pierce said they would like their recyclables recorded so they could get credit with Pa. DEP. Willow Green has haulers every two weeks that take in two five-gallon receptacles. • There was a complaint about snow plowed against driveways and mailboxes. But the board said most people thought the road crew did an outstanding job of snow clearance. • Property tax forms will be mailed in the next two weeks, Manager Ilene Eckhart said. Contact the
township office if any questions. • A Northampton County real estate tax exoneration was given for a mobile home owner. • Asked about home numbering, Hassler said they haven’t pushed it because of all the snow, but a member of the fire company said the numbers are a way of finding places when there is an emergency. • Fire Chief Pete Lalik had this report for February: 79.45 total alarm hours; 128 training hours; 23 alarms (3 ambulance assists, 6 auto accidents, 1 automatic fire alarm, 1 CO detector alarm, 2 dwelling fires, 1 odor investigation, 1 stand by, 1 structure fire, 3 traffic controls, 2 vehicle fires, 1 wire/pole fire).
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The Rev. Barry Mitchell, Pastor, Emmanuel’s Lutheran Church
The Wisdom of Children
“A Sunday school teacher was telling her class the story of the Good Samaritan, in which a man was beaten, robbed and left for dead. She described the situation in vivid detail so her students would catch the drama. Then she asked the class, ‘If you saw a person lying on the roadside all wounded and bleeding, what would you do?’ A thoughtful little girl broke the hushed silence: ‘I think I’d throw up.’” -Ray Kerley, “From the back pew” I love the above story because it speaks to a reality that many of us face. Some of the Bible’s stories are filled with a mixture of violence and gross detail. Several that come to mind: All of the relatives of a man who complains about God are swallowed up in an earthquake; A guest who came in the wrong wedding clothes is bound hand and foot, and thrown into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth; A rich man writhing in the torment of Hades cries out to Father Abraham for a drop of water and is denied. Some of the Bible’s most powerful images are deliberately strong to evoke an equally strong response. Yet I often wonder how children (and many adults) react to these images. Is there a part of us that honestly reacts like the little girl in the story: “I think I’d throw up.”? Or have we become so complacent in hearing these stories read piously from the lectern or pulpit that they no longer elicit the necessary response? Maybe this a part of what Jesus meant when he said that we would have to become like children to enter the Kingdom of God. Perhaps we would do well to re-read or re-tell the stories in a way that brings out our honest reaction, our disgust or anger or even fear. Quite likely, we would benefit from the honest reactions of children who are hearing the stories for the first time. May God give us the eyes and ears and honesty of the children, that we might enter again into the stories of the Kingdom and hear them anew. As Spring begins and Lent comes toward an end, we take a moment to thank God for Jesus’ love poured out for us on the cross and for the hearts and minds and love of children throughout the world.
The Classifieds ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2014 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 3, 2014 for furnishing the 2014 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 2014 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 (3/13-3/27)
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2014 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 3, 2014 for furnishing the 2014 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 2014 RENTAL EQUIPMENT”. The Borough of Nazareth reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Paul Kokolus Borough Secretary/Treasurer Nazareth Borough Council (3/13-3/27)
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God’s Creation
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CREATION DAYS were marked at Christ U.C.C. Church of Bath on Sunday. First, animals were blessed, then the children by supply pastor Rev. Emma Finney. Members of the congregation placed leaves on the Tree of Life, and Sam Steffen played the song, “Easier Said Than Done,” on his guitar as he sang the seven days of creation by God. Church members read scripture on In the Beginning, Separation of the Waters, The Formation of Plants and Trees, The Sun and Moon Appear, Creatures Inhabit Earth, Creation of Humankind, and Creation Is Finished. The altar was filled with plants. – Home News photos
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To benefit The Northampton Area Public Library
When
Sunday, April 6, 2014 Doors Open at 11:00 Bingo Starts at 1:00
Where
Northampton Community Center 1601 Laubach Ave, Northampton
Tickets
$20 in advance at library $25 at the door Includes 20 games $5 for Pack of Specials Encouraging SPONSORSHIPS for the prizes.
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• 50/50 Drawing • Bake Sale • Chinese Auction • Food Available
Keep Kids in our Communities. Become a Foster Parent.
NAPL is Welcoming Donations for Baked Goods. Accepting Monetary Donations or Chinese Auction prizes. For more information, contact the library at 610-262-7537. This event is in no way sponsored by the Vera Bradley Company
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This is not what I had in mind for Dinner!
PET FOOD DONATIONS!
We are now accepting Pet Food Donations for the Bath Area Food Bank! (serving Bath, East Allen & Moore Townships).
Oh Spring!! Where Have You Been? Veterinary Practice We’ve Missed You! Arthur R Hulshizer, MS, VMD XOXO
Community
Change a Life. www.makeadifferenceathome.com Foster Parents have opportunities to: Enhance Skills | Access 24/7 Resources | Earn Money at Home
2550 Community Drive, Bath
www.CommunityVeterinaryPractice.com • 610-837-5888 Mon - Tues - Thurs 9 am–7 pm • Wed - Fri 9 am–5 pm Sat 9 am-Noon
To learn more, contact Megan at:
877-619-7711 www.makeadifferenceathome.com
Ext. 35