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WHITE SMOKE was billowing out of the burning S. Chestnut St. home in Bath as firefighters worked FIREFIGHTER is seen at an upstairs window frame, while at controlling the blaze and keeping it away from an adjoining home and the Red Wolf hotel on either others downstairs were still putting water on any hot spots in the afternoon. – Home News photos side of the structure.

Fire destroys Bath home; one injury

By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News

A fire ripped through a Bath home on Monday morning. One man sustained injuries and was hospitalized. The fire brought response from 12 area fire companies. First on the scene of the fire in the 100 block of S. Chestnut Street were the Bath Firefighters, Klecknersville Rangers of Moore Township, and East Allen Township Vol. Fire Co. Bath firefighters were led by Assistant Fire Chief , John Albrecht. Sharon Piecienski owns the home, and it was her son who was injured in

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the blaze. The man and his two dogs were rescued. He was taken to Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. His children were in school at the time. All homes within a twoblock radius were evacuated, as there were fears of an explosion from a natural gas line. Because of how close neighboring homes were to the fire scene, there was some concern about the fire spreading. The fire was next door to the Red Wolf Bar and Grille, the former Bath Hotel, which also had a fire several years ago. Because of nearby power lines that were hampering firefighter’s efforts to use a tower truck, Met-Ed shut off electricity in the area. Traffic was detoured all day and barricades were put up at W. Northampton Street, S. Chestnut Street, and West

Main Street. At 9:30 a.m., grey smoke was billowing from the home, but no flames were visible. The smoke was so thick that the firemen used more than a dozen oxygen tanks. Used tanks were piled up in Helfferich Alley. The fire was declared out by the early afternoon and all displaced residents were able to return home. George Wolf Elementary School was used as a temporary shelter for them. Firemen continued to

wet down the interior of the burned structure for any hot spots. In addition to the fire companies noted above, others who had fire units on the scene were from Hecktown, Hanover Twsp. Northampton County, Allen Township, Plainfield Township, Bushkill Township, Nazareth, Lehigh Township, Forks Township, and Nancy Run near Easton. In addition to the firefighters, Colonial Regional Police had several policemen there,

urging people to keep their distance because of the possible explosion. Chief Roy Seiple was there with his fellow officers. Bath Firefighters and East Allen Twsp. Ambulance Corps had ambulances there for any possible injuries. Goodwill Fire Co. brought food and refreshments for the firefighters. Called suspicious, the fire remains under investigation, but is believed to have started in the basement. Additional Pictures on Pages 2 & 16

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10 at 1 p.m. in the church's social hall at 1343 Newport Avenue in Northampton. The Hinkle Family's Music with a Purpose Show will be the entertainment. If Northampton schools are delayed or closed due to inclement weather, the meeting will be rescheduled for March 17.

S. Chestnut St. Fire in Bath

Lehigh Township Historical Society meeting -

the regular monthly meeting will be held at the LT Historical Centre on March 10, at 7 p.m. in the LT Historical Centre in Pennsville.

The Hinkle family -

from Decatur, TX, will be entertaining at Bethany on March 11 at 1 p.m. This very talented family is well known for their gospel music. Admission is free.

Sweet Life Dessert Comedy Theatre -

Getting Out! Events around town Northampton Community Annual Spring Craft Fair - will

be held on Saturday, March 8, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Arthur L. Scott Spartan Center, Main Campus, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.

St. John's Friendly Fifties -

featuring family comedian, Scott Davis will be held on Friday, March 14 at 7 p.m. at Bethany Wesleyan Church. Tickets are now available on www. itickets.com or at the church office 610-767-1239.

Indianland Garden Club meeting -

March garden club meeting will be held Tuesday, March 18, at 7:00 p.m.

NCC Campus Tours –

Main Campus tours will be held March 20, April 1 and April 17. For tour times and details, call 610861-5500.

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Spring Basket Social -

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Library Board of Trustees meeting -

The Northampton Area Library Board of Trustees will be holding their March meeting on Wednesday, March 19, at 6:30 p.m.

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Gab Over the Fence by Pete G. Ossip Bad news to start off this week. There was a house fire down on Chestnut St. in town that gutted the home and caved in the kitchen floor. There might have been some injuries because firefighters were seen carrying a stretcher, I hear. Fire trucks lined the street and folks were evacuated and other streets were blocked off from traffic. I’m sure the owners of Red Wolf were worried about another fire. . .On to better things to talk about. . . . It’s March already! – Fastnacht (donut) Day was on Tuesday; Lent started on Ash Wednesday, March 5th; Daylight Savings Time will be this Sunday, March 9th; and Thursday, March 20th is the first day of spring. Wow! A busy time, and I hope the last of the winter snows. We had a bit on Saturday, and even though a lot more was predicted for Sunday into Monday we didn’t get ANY. What a relief that was! But temperatures are still way down in the teens and just around the zero mark. What a winter we’ve had!! . . . . Imagine the difference when Maggie Kemp and hubby returned home Thursday from Key West, Florida! . . . . Phillies in spring training have only won one game so far, but not to panic, they’re using some rookie players that need the experience. Like that A.J. Burnett signing, though. He’s no Roy Halladay but he’ll sure help their pitchin’. Speaking of Doc, I hear he’s in Clearwater as a special instructor. Sure he can give plenty of help to those young pitchers. . . . Report from the Legion golfers who went to Myrtle

Northampton Area SD Receives Grant

PA State Rep. Marcia Hahn

Congratulations are in order for the Bethlehem Area and Northampton Area school districts on each receiving a $25,000 Safe Schools Targeted Grant. The focus of the grant program is as follows: • Reducing unnecessary student disciplinary actions and promoting an environment of greater productivity, safety and learning; • Providing professional development to staff using research-based violence prevention and classroom management programs; and • Enhancing anti-violence efforts between schools and parents, local governments, law enforcement and community organizations.

Beach, South Carolina. The weather for them was perfect. They hit it just right. I’m not sure if Warren Henning went along with them, but I hear he had a treat for their return back to join the hearts gang – his home made stew that featured venison and plenty of veggies that made it a gourmet delight. And wife Doris baked an orange cake with white icing topped with coconut. Clark Smith said it was better than his usual diet of donuts . “Bear” missed it all, suffering from a blistered toe, and Eric didn’t get out of bed. . . . Gas prices are up to over $3.60 a gallon, and home heating oil prices reKonkrete Kids ally mount up, too, when filling a big tank . . . .Good to see Educational Foundation that Mayor “Fi” is gonna have Receives Donation committees working on some special events come October Submitted by C. Shulman The Northampton Area to raise funds and awareness of the dreaded cancer Konkrete Kids Educational diseases. . . .I see a “for rent” sign is up where the fitness court usta be. Former Valleri’s Pizza next door is empty, too. . .Wonder why Council didn’t meet on Monday? We didn’t get that big snow storm they were talking about. . . .Pity the rural paper carriers and garbage haulers who hafta work at night in zero degree weather. Makes me shiver thinking of ‘em. . . .My supply of firewood is getting low for the potbelly stove. It better warm up soon. Br-r-r-r!! Only 14 days till spring. Bring it on! . . . .Oh, one more thing. Don’t forget to turn your clocks one hour AHEAD Saturday night before you hit the sack so you will be on time Sunday morning. Wouldn’t want to be late for church now wouldya?

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Foundation recently received a $4000 donation from Embassy Bank and a $1000 donation from Susquehanna Bank through the Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) Program. The EITC program was created by the PA State Department of Community and Economic Development to provide tax credits for businesses that make qualified contributions to an approved Educational Improvement Organization, such as the Konkrete Kids Foundation. The tax credits allow companies to invest in schools and non-profits serving local communities and improve Pennsylvania’s education system for students and families. The Konkrete Kids Educational Foundation is a 510(c) (3) non-profit, tax-exempt community organization with the primary goal to support and finance innovative programs that enhance the quality of education for Northampton Area School District students. The Foundation provides the District and teachers with funds that

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are used to extend learning opportunities and co-curricular experiences for the benefit of the entire school community. Since the Konkrete Kids Educational Foundation was formed, it has funded such varied requests from administrators and teachers as digital cameras for use in NHS, individual technology response systems for middle school classes, speakers and enrichment programs for elementary students, and a district-wide anti-bullying program for parents and students. The Konkrete Kids Foundation relies solely on fundraising events, sponsors, and donations from businesses and individuals. The EITC donations will be primarily used to fund an EITC approved NHS Dual Enrollment program scheduled to begin in September 2014 for qualified 11th and 12th grade students. The program will give students the opportunity to earn college credit while completing their NHS high school requirements.

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Inclusion through Painting Submitted by CONNIE MUSCHKO

Inclusion through Painting, a segment of the non-profit, Mikayla's Voice, is this year's Community Service project for the Bethlehem Area Vocational-Technical School (BAVTS) students. The students representing the SkillsUSA project are Andrew Vinson, a senior form Saucon Valley High School and Devon Kincaid, a junior from Freedom High School and are in the Building Trades program at BAVTS. In an effort to construct with environmentally friendly materials, students received a donation of logs from Dixon's sawmill. The wood was donated from community members after the devastating Hurricane Sandy. Although the storm wreaked havoc, it also provided the logs that were turned into lumber to assist the SkillsUSA students from BAVTS in constructing frames and easels from fallen

pine trees. The students constructed frames and easels to display children’s paintings that were created in the Wheels of Friendship program. This is a unique program developed and coordinated by Mikayla’s Voice, where children paint not with brushes, but wheels of a wheelchair and the paws and tail of a service dog. The students were inspired by their assistance with Mikayla’s Voice, so they decided to create their own painting to spread the message of inclusion within their own school and community. Their painting of a cherry blossom tree represents the change in views of including everyone in their project regardless of the differences or challenges they may have. The easels the students made will be used to display all artwork at this year’s community exhibit by Mikayla’s Voice. This exhibit allows us to celebrate inclusion, the artist and their work.

Power of Purple Meeting Submitted by SHARI NOCTOR

All cancer survivors and their caregivers, all current and future teams, all committees, and the general public is invited to attend the “Power of Purple” meeting on March 11 at 7 p.m. at Fellowship Community’s auditorium, 3000 Fellowship Dr, Whitehall. This energized meeting is to kick-off the Relay for Life of Whitehall, which will

be held on June 20 through 21 at the Whitehall High School Football Field. This event includes all the residents and businesses in the Allentown, Catasauqua, Northampton, and Whitehall-Coplay School Districts. Please come, join the fun, and help people stay well, fight back, and find cures. You won’t be disappointed. For more information, contact Gretchen at 610-266-4013.

College Corner Graduate

Indiana University of Pennsylvania – Nicole Jordan Wescoe, of Northampton graduate Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a B.S. in Marketing in December 2013.

Dean’s List

Dickinson College – Kimberley Babicz, a first- year undeclared major at Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pa., has been named to the dean’s list for the fall 2013 semester. A graduate of Northampton Area High School, she is the daughter of John and Silvia Babicz of Northampton. Loyola University Maryland – Colleen Mitchell, a member of the class of 2014 from Nazareth, has been named to the fall 2013 dean's list at Loyola University Maryland. Alvernia University - The following local students have been awarded scholarships to attend Alvernia University this fall: Melissa Galloway, of Bath, has been granted the $16,000 Presidential Scholarship to study Occupational Therapy at Alvernia University. Galloway is a senior at Northampton Area Senior High School. Heather Boyko, of Northampton, has been granted the $12,000 Veronica Founder's Scholarship to study Biology at Alvernia University. Boyko is a senior at Northampton Area Senior High School. Nearly 150 high school merit scholarship winners attend-

ed Alvernia's annual Scholarship Luncheon on Feb. 22 with their parents. Becker College - Anthony Popp of Nazareth was recognized as a member of the Alpha Lambda Delta First Year Honor Society. Popp is working toward a bachelor of arts, interactive entertainment, game development and programming concentration. Alpha Lambda Delta celebrates academic excellence among first year students who have earned a 3.5 or higher grade point average during their first year of study.

Pennsylvania One Book, Every Young Child 2014 Submitted by CHERYL DIGIACOMO

Pennsylvania One Book, Every Young Child 2014 by is a collaborative project emphasizing the importance of early literacy development in preschoolers. To participate in this effort, the Northampton Area Public Library, 1615 Laubach Avenue, Northampton is sponsoring a family story and craft time featuring Stripes of all Types by Susan Stockdale. Each striped creature is described in action in its natural habitat through engaging rhymes and bright, bold images. This family story and craft will take place on Tuesday, April 8 at 10 a.m. or 6 p.m. or Wednesday, April 9 at 10 a.m. Registration for the program will begin on Monday, March 10 at 9 a.m. The programs are filled on a firstcome, first-serve basis. A current library card is needed to register the family. For more information, call 610-2627537.

Roey’s Paintbox to Premiere on PBS This weekend

Submitted by MAGGIE PROROK

Roey’s Paintbox – Art is for Everyone will debut on PBS39 Friday, March 7 at 3:30 p.m. PBS39, ASR Media Productions and Roey’s Paintbox have collaborated on a creative arts series designed to educate, motivate and inspire students through painting. Instructor, Ms. Roey Ebert, taps

www.HomeNewsPA.com into the viewer’s inner artist and demonstrates how they can paint and create art. The eight episode television series and DVD offers step-by-step instructions, introduces artistic vocabulary and concepts and also familiarizes the viewer with different creative techniques, art history and local artists. “This is a series that fosters creativity in an individual,” states Roey Ebert, artist and host, “I want everyone to feel the joy of art…a sense of accomplishment when they create something unique and a sense of pride when they share it with others.” As an introduction to the series, Roey Ebert, host of Roey’s Paintbox, will hold painting assemblies for third grade students in six area community schools. As she does in each video lesson, Roey will guide the children through the steps to painting a unique creation. All paintings will be collected at the end of the assembly and held for an Art Show at the PBS39 Studios. The first assembly was held at Donegan Elementary School, which benefits from PBS Neighborhood Partnership Program (NPP) dollars and is a United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley Community School. DVDs of the art series will be distributed to NPP and United Way Community Schools throughout the area. “PBS39 is delighted to collaborate with ASR Media and Roey Ebert on this new children’s series that is sure to motivate budding artists to tap their creative energy and create something beautiful,” said Tim S. Fallon, PBS39 CEO. “This type of programming is both educational and inspirational—core components of the PBS39 mission.” “Painting can have a positive effect on your mind, body and spirit.” according to Ashley Russo, Executive Producer and President of ASR Media Productions, “Bringing this project to life benefits not only our children but also our community, it teaches us that art is for everyone.” In addition to airing on PBS,the DVD series will be available to third-grade classrooms, after-school and youth programs, adult centers, hosContinued on page 5

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Match.com says it’s the leading online dating site for singles. I’m not interested in dating, but decided to go there to research for this week’s post. The front page says you can take a chemistry test, the testimony says,“the test works, almost as though they knew me.” Not taking the test either but I do believe in chemistry. It’s almost like you have a bunch of friends and you love them all, but you have more chemistry with one or two. What is chemistry? Answer - a natural connection between two people. According to Psychology Today, “If we perceive at least some similarity, we may feel more at ease disclosing information about ourselves, because we believe the other person will understand us.” Ah ha, sounds like a breakthrough! Chemistry equals someone who “get’s us” or “understands us.” I’m think-

ing I might agree! How about we close our eyes and create a clientmatch. com site for recruiting new clients? When you arrive you complete a form that states what you have to offer (your profile) and then you take the chemistry test and then the site matches you with the perfect client. Now, they took the chemistry test too, so it has to work. One of my favorite coaching clients told me recently that her company teaches their staff to “DATE their FUTURE CLIENTS!” What a “Smash the Box” idea! I realized I’ve been doing it for years, just

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Bath 60th LV All-Star Games won by Suburban Bowling

By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News

The 60th annual Lehigh Valley All-Star Games between the Bethlehem City InterChurch Dartball League and the Suburban League was played Monday night at Trinity UCC Church, Bethlehem. Suburban won for the 41st time, its sixth year in a row in the best-of-five series. City, 5-2 In game one, City scored a run in the 2nd inning with a pair of triples. Suburban got two runs in the 4th for a 2-1 lead. In the bottom of the 4th, City scored two runs to make it 3-2. City’s Frank Pavlov homered in the 7th and they added another run in the 8th to make the final score 5-2 for the City stars. Suburban, 9-8 Suburban went out in front in game two, 3-0, with two runs in the 1st and one in the 2nd. In the top of the 3rd, City got a run to make it 3-1. In the bottom of the 3rd, Suburban added three more to make it 6-1. In the 5th, City scored three runs for a 6-4 Suburban lead. City added a run in the 6th and Suburban scored one in the 7th to make it 7-5. City took the lead in the 8th to go ahead 8-7. But in the bottom of the 9th Suburban got two runs winning the game 9-8 on a home run by Garry Hunsicker of Christ UCC, Bath. Suburban, 10-7 Suburban jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the 2nd inning of game three. City answered with three runs in the 3rd to go ahead 3-2 and added

another one in the 4th. In the top of the 5th, Suburban scored three runs to re-take the lead 5-4. In the bottom of the 5th, City rebounded with another three for a 7-5 lead. In the 6th, Suburban got a run and another two in the 7th to go ahead, 8-7. They added a pair in the 9th to win 10-7. City, 3-0 City scored a run in the 2nd and two more in the 4th to win 3-0 in game four as Suburban was blanked with only three hits. Suburban, 10-7 Suburban tallied three in the 2nd inning of game five to go up 3-0. City answered with a run in the bottom of the 2nd to make it 3-1. They scored six runs in the 4th inning to go up 7-3. But Suburban didn’t relent. They picked up two runs in the 4th and two in the 6th to tie the score at 7-7. Suburban went ahead in the 7th, 9-7. They added another in the 8th on a stole home to win 10-7 and the series. Leading Hitters These were the top hitters for the night: Suburban – Kyle Taylor of Salem Lutheran, 10 for 19; Jason Gross of St. Paul’s, 7 for 15; Garry Hunsicker of Christ UCC, 7 for 18; Bernie Yurko of Dryland, 6 for 15; Rich Kern of St. Paul’s, 6 for 17; Phil Roth of Trinity Lutheran, 5 for 11. City – Dale Mack, 14 for 23, Jim Rivera, 9 for 21; Bruce Laudenslager, 8 for 19; Frank Pavlov, 7 for 18; Rod Frankenfield, 6 for 15, Matt Fullman, 6 for 18; Dick Dimmick, 5 for 18.

Fioranelli Gains on Beal in East Bath Sportsmen League The last place Csencsits team outdueled the first place Beal team in week 23 of the East Bath Sportsmen League, and that was good news for the Fioranelli team that had a winning effort. Csencsits won 4 to 0 on the bowling of Marty Csencsits, 199-222-252–673; Eric Spooner, 197-209–547, and Tom Zeitner, 184-192–519. Beal: Dick Raab, 174–440. (Get well wishes from everyone to Marty Beal’s wife.) Fioranelli won 2.5 to 1.5 as Bill Kunsman rolled 180-195204–579; Armie Fioranelli, 180-193-195–568; Earl Grube, 193–508; Tom Hawk, 198–477. Rex: Pete Rex, 171-223–551; Marc Kappauf, 235–533; Scott McGee, 196–497; Frankie Dest, 166-171–471. Zmyweski also improved in the standings with a 4 to 0 sweep over Howell, led by John Zmyweski, Jr., who bowled a great 214-277-262– 753 series, along with Shaun Klump, 172-184-205–561; John Zmyweski, Sr., 456; and Wes Loch, 385. Howell: Dave Guest, 193-200-204–597; Lyle Howell, 175-187–518; Art Hamm, 423. STANDINGS Beal Fioranelli Rex Zmyweski Howell Csencsits

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Two Leadings Teams Pace Each Other in Die Hards League Team 6 and Team 4 both won 3 to 1 to pace each other in the Bath Die Hards League on Feb. 26. Team 6 had Polly Kosman with 462; Randy Kes-

sler, 461, and Bobby Lou Snyder, 432. Charles Kosman hit 574 for Team 4 and Verna Schuon had a 429 total. Team 8 picked up some ground as they won 4 to 0 on Mike Cawley’s 523 and Kimberly Cawley’s 403. Team 1 also did likewise with a 4 to 0 win behind Joe Bachman, 539; Brenda Deily, 534, and Bob R. Kosman, 473. Teams 2 and 7 were the victims in those games, losing 0 to 4, although they had good scores. Team 2: Terry Bartholomew, 563; Kathy Grube, Continued on page 16

Outdoors

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Sportsmen Oppose Bills on Merger and Regulatory Review

The Northampton County Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs at its February meeting in the East Bath Rod & Gun Club solidly opposed pending legislation in the Pennsylvania General Assembly that could undermine the very existence of the sports they cherish. One resolution deals with a proposed merger of the Pa. Game Commission with the Pa. Fish & Boat Commission. Two other bills deal with rulemaking by the Independent Regulatory Review Commission of the endangered species act that would politicize wildlife management issues. H.R. 129 would investigate the financial feasibility, impact, costs and savings potential of eliminating duplicated duties and services by combining the PGC and PFBC to create a new independent agency. There would be little if any savings when considering at the very least throwing out all the uniforms of both Wildlife Conservation Officers and Waterways Conservation Officers, and

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changing all the other gear with which they work, to say nothing about all the cross training they would need to have, along with the different bargaining units, different benefits and compensations. Although the WCOs for both often work together, each of those agencies has a totally different agenda. The sportsmen are 100% against that resolution, as well as are the WCOs themselves. H.B. 1576 and S.B. 1047, the Federation believes, are just a first step toward more political control of all wildlife management decisions. In effect, the bills would allow the politically controlled IRRC to have final review and oversight of wildlife management issues concerning threatened and endangered species and Class A trout stream designations. The Federation on Feb. 24 voted to oppose those bills and instructed alternate delegate Norman Graver to do likewise at the March 28-30 spring convention of the Pa. Federation at Camp Hill, Pa. HB 1576, the Endangered Species Coordination Act, which would remove the ability of both commissions to add or subtract wildlife from the state’s threatened and endangered species lists, could be voted on in the House of Representatives as early as March 10 – that’s just four days from now. The resolution and the House and Senate bills are but two of the ten issues that will be voted on at the convention. Copies are being sent to clubs affiliated with the PFSC so they can either vote in person or send a proxy through delegate Lee Marsh noting their positions, for or against, on all ten.

Pre-Season Trout Stocking in Northampton County

WCO Lee Creyer provided a schedule of pre-season trout stocking that will occur this month of March in Northampton County. Lee is the WCO for Lehigh County, but is doubling his duties here since former Northampton County WCO Jeff Sabo was promoted. This past Saturday, March 1, for the Bushkill Creek three trucks of trout were released at Heyer Mill downstream (D/S) to Filetown Rd., from Continued on page 16

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East Allen Township Manager Deborah Seiple revealed at Thursday night’s meeting of the Supervisors that she has met with Allen Township Manager Ilene Eckhart on the Allen Township comprehensive plan. It will be studied by the East Allen Planning Commission. If worked out, it would need additional input from Hanover Township in both Lehigh and Northampton counties and the Lehigh Valley Airport Authority, which it would encompass. Other business that Mrs.

Seiple included in her report that the board approved: A scheduling of a re-zoning hearing for the Toll Brothers on March 27; advertising the Bartolacci hearing for April 24 at 8 p.m. in their request for a re-zoning. She also noted an ARLE grant that was given approval for emergency lights on Rt. 329, but rejection for the same on Rt. 512 because of only so much money available. The Gov. Wolf Historical Society will be invited to attend the April 24th meeting at 7:30 p.m. There will be a drop box for the supervisors

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The Pa. State Police fire marshal from the Bethlehem Barracks, Bart Josefowicz, has confirmed suspicions that a liquid propane gas leak caused the fiery explosion on Friday, Feb. 14 that killed a resident of the Hickory Hills mobile home development in Moore Township. William D. Neith, 65, died in the conflagration that occurred about 9:15 p.m. The

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your Social Security benefits. There’s a relatively simple calculation to find out if your benefits are taxable. Begin by taking the total benefit you receive each year and dividing it in half. For example, say you receive $14,400 annually in Social Security benefits. One-half would be $7,200. Add that amount plus any nontaxable interest, such as interest from certain state or municipal bonds, to your adjusted gross income. Now compare it to what is called your “base amount.” The current base amount is $25,000 for those who are single, head of household, or a qualifying widow or widower, and $32,000 for married people filing jointly. Income above that base amount may be taxable. Continued on page 10

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son of Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Sommers of Bath. They will be honored for the same achievements as the youths last night. In both cases, the seniors are the recipients of a framed Youth-of-the-Month certificate, an Exchange Club pin, and a lamp of knowledge plaque. On Sunday, March 16, the Exchange will sponsor their Spring Craft Fair at the Community Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The club recently collected and then donated $885 to the Northampton Area Food Bank. Robin Butz, chairman of the Golden Deeds award committee, has asked club members to nominate an individual for the award, which will be presented in May.

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Snow Art at Good Shepherd

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Northampton AARP will meet on March 12, at Northampton Community Center at 1601 Laubach Ave. Northampton. This is a new location. Please bring baked goods for refreshments. The entertainment will be “The Hinkle Family”. Anyone interested in bus trips please contact Sharon at 610-2629182.

Oldies Dance Scheduled Submitted by CLAUDIA SHULMAN

Dust off those dancing shoes and get ready for a fun evening. The Northampton Area Konkrete Kids Educational Foundation is sponsoring an Oldies Dance on Saturday, April 5, at the Northampton Community Center. The $30 ticket for this fundraiser will include a hot buffet from 6-7:30 p.m., soda, beer, and wine served throughout the evening, and live music performed by DESIRE from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. A basket raffle will add to the evening’s festivities. All proceeds from the ticket sales and the raffle will be donated to the Northampton Area Konkrete Kids Educational Foundation, a non-profit organization that raises funds used to extend learning opportunities and

Delightfully decorated in winter gear Good Shepherd Catholic School 5th grade art students display their snowman creations completed in Mrs. Siebler’s art class. (l to r) Jospeh Kuzma, Emily Capra and Emma Ossiander. -Submitted by EILEEN BRIDA co-curricular experiences for Northampton Area School District students. For tickets, please contact Paulette 610-509-8173 or Barry 610767-9098 before the March 28 deadline. No tickets will be sold at the door. The dance is open to everyone over 21 years of age. Any individual or business interested in being a sponsor of this fundraiser or in donating a basket for the raffle, please contact Paulette.

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Morningstar Senior Living Inc. is named Lehigh Valley Top Workplace 2014 Submitted by LIZ BRANDL

Morningstar Senior Living, Inc. has been named to the Morning Call’s Top Workplaces 2014 list. Morningstar Senior Living learned of the honor at an awards ceremony held Tuesday evening at the Holiday Inn in Fogelsville. Thirty organizations in the Lehigh Valley were recognized as Top Workplaces 2014. Morningstar Senior Living Inc. received recognition in the category of Midsize Employers.

“This is an awesome honor for our organization,” said Susan C. Drabic, President & CEO of Morningstar Senior Living, “especially because this recognition came as a result of a survey of our own employees. Knowing that our staff finds Morningstar Senior Living a great place to work means everything to me, our Board of Directors, and the residents and clients we serve. We do support constructive feedback as an important part of our work-

place culture. And it is our employees who deserve all the credit for our residents’ comfort and satisfaction – which is what our business is all about. I am thrilled that a large majority of our employees believe that we are a great place to work – ever-changing and hopefully always seeking ways to improve and raise the bar a notch higher!” In addition to being named Top Workplace Morningstar Senior Living also received a special award recognizing that MSL received the highest ranking in the category of 'Doers'.

The GFWC PA Nazareth Woman’s Club will celebrate its 85th Anniversary of service to the community on Tuesday, March 11 at 7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Nazareth. Irene Sokolowski, owner of the Classic Victorian Estate Inn of Nazareth, will tell about the “Life of a Bed and Breakfast Inn Keeper”. Hostesses for the meeting are Hildegard Kurt, chairman, Barbara Albani, Linda Crook, Donna D’Angelo, Joann Kelly, Mary Langhauser and June Waha. Categories and winners of the club’s recent arts and crafts contest are as follows: patriotic tee shirt—Marian Smith; recycled neck ties— Donna D’Angelo; still life photo—Marianne Prestifilippo; scenic photo and living things photo—Marian Smith. These items will go on to further judging at the county level on March 15. Judges were Sybil Marsh and Sandra Turtzo. The club is sponsoring its eighth benefit Dessert Card and Game Party. All proceeds to benefit the Memorial Library of Nazareth and Vicinity. It will be held on Friday, March 28 at 12:30 p.m. in Kortz Hall at Moravian Hall Square, West North Street in Nazareth. Cost is $5 per person (4 people per table). Club

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State Police Grads

By Rep. Marcia Hahn

Northampton County residents are among the recent graduates of the State Police Academy in Hershey: Nicholas T. Bucar, Nazareth; Chad L. Burry, Matthew D. Gehris, Robert R. Griffin, Jr., Brian C. Konopka, and Edwin Leon, all of Bethlehem. Trooper Gehris is assigned to the Harrisburg Barracks, troopers Bucar and Burry are stationed at the Lancaster barracks and troopers Griffin, Konopka and Leon are assigned to the Bethlehem barracks.

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DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444 Sat. – Worship 6 p.m., Sun. – Worship 8/10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7 p.m. EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt) 610-262-4961 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. EMMANUEL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath Sun – Worship 8/9:30/10:45 a.m. – Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Wed – Worship 10:30/7 p.m. FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport, 610-767-3505 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOD'S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton Sun. – Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m., 7 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran, Northampton, 610-262-9517 Sun – Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15/11 a.m. Gospel Chapel Wesleyan Church, Northampton, 610-262-8101 (N) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-7039 Sun. – Worship 10:50 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Pen Argyl Sun. – Worship 8:30 & 10 a.m., Sunday School 10 a.m. HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, Nazareth. 610-759-7363 Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Nazareth Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., M-F – Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 5 p.m., Holydays – Mass 7/9 a.m. & 5 p.m. HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton 610262-2668 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. HOLY TRINITY SLOVAK LUTHERAN, Northampton Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cherryville 610 7677203 Sun. – Worship 8:00/10:30 a.m. Sunday Schol 9:15 a.m.

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Yungay’s Final Warning!

A magnitude A magnitude 8.0 8.0 quake quake off off the the coast coast of of Lima Lima on on May May 31, 31, 1970, 1970, triggered triggered one of one of the the most most cataclysmic cataclysmic avalanches avalanches in in history—wiping history—wiping out out the the entire entire highland town town of of Yungay, Yungay, Peru Peru and and most most of of its its 25,000 25,000 inhabitants! inhabitants! highland Assemblies of God Missionary Juan Romero had conducted a series of Assembliesmeetings of God Missionary had conducted seriesthe of evangelistic there andJuan hadRomero been invited to preacha over evangelistic meetings there had been invited preach over you the town’s only radio station. The and owner of the station hadtoasked, “Have town’s only radio in station. The where owner ofevery the station had asked,listened “Have you ever preached a place single person to ever a place where single person listened to you?”preached “Not that Iinremember,” repliedevery Rev. Romero. “Well, today, you’ll have that declared theRev. owner. The local government had you?” “Notopportunity,” that I remember,” replied Romero. “Well, today, you’ll placedthat loudspeakers throughout in such waygovernment that the people have opportunity,” declaredthe thetown owner. The alocal had were to hear the broadcast, they wanted to or not. Rev. placedobliged loudspeakers throughout the whether town in such a way that the people Romero felt awed bythe thebroadcast, responsibility, and in wanted recallingtoitor henot. said, “I were obliged to hear whether they Rev. believe I preached my very best that day.” Romero felt awed by the responsibility, and in recalling it he said, “I A few days later, the quake destabilized a glacier on Mount Huascarán, believe preached my very thatice day.” causing I350 million cubic feetbest of rock, and snow to break away and A few days quakethan destabilized a glacier on Mountdown Huascarán, tear down its later, slopethe at more 120 mph! As it thundered toward causing millionaway, cubicitfeet of rock, ice and snow to break awaythree and Yungay, 350 11 miles picked up much more debris. Within minutes, 3,000atfeet-wide landslide reached the valleydown and toward buried tear down the its slope more than 120 mph! As it thundered Yungay its 25,000 Only 350more people survived, including Yungay, and 11 miles away,inhabitants! it picked up much debris. Within three those whothe were ablefeet-wide to climb to the elevated step-like cemetery. They minutes, 3,000 landslide reached the valley and buried said that after the quake they heard a rumble from the Huascarán and Yungay and its 25,000 inhabitants! Only 350 people survived, including saw a giant cloud of dust coming. Reports are that many rushed into those who were able to climb to the elevated step-like cemetery. They the church to pray for salvation. God had granted Rev. Romero the said that of after theYungay’s quake they heard a rumble fromHe theknows Huascarán and privilege giving final warning and only how many saw a giant cloud dustthe coming. Reports are that many rushed into of the 25,000 who of heard salvation message responded before it the church to The prayBible for salvation. God had day granted Rev. Romero the was too late! says, “Now is the of salvation” (2 Cor. and read 6:2). I urge you Yungay’s to go to final www.naog.ws/theway.htm privilege of giving warning and only He knows how about many Jesus—The to the heaven. Thenmessage pray andresponded accept Himbefore as your of the 25,000Only who Way heard salvation it Savior. Do it now! This could be your final warning to “Prepare to was too late! The Bible says, “Now is the day of salvation” (2 Cor. meet thy God” (Amos 4:12). 6:2). I urge you to go to www.naog.ws/theway.htm and read about

Jesus—The Only Way to heaven. Then pray and accept Him as your Savior. Do it now! This could be your final warning to “Prepare to meet thy God” (Amos 4:12).

MOUNTAIN VIEW WESLEYAN CHURCH Bath 610-759-7553 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-7593163 Sun. – Worship 8:15/10:45 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Wed. (Lent) – Worship 7 p.m. NORTHAMPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Northampton Sun – Worship 9:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7:30 p.m. QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, Northampton 610262-2227 Sun. – Mass 7:30/9:30/11:30 a.m., Mon. - Fri. – Mass 6:30/7:30 a.m. 12:10 p.m. (Lent), Sat. – Mass 4 p.m. RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth. 484-597-1440 Sun. – Worship/meeting 9:30 a.m. SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. Sun. – Mass 6:30/8/9:30/11 a.m., Mon.-Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri – Mas 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30/6 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 7/8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m. SALEM U.C.C. Moorestown 610-759-1652 Sun. – Worship 8/10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. SALEM UNITED METHODIST, Danielsville. Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL Nazareth 610-746-3910 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1061 Sun. - Worship 8/10:15 a.m. ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-7593090. Sun. - Worship 9 a.m., Sat. Worship 5:30 p.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Northampton. 610-262-8666 Sun. - Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun. - Worship 8/10:45 a.m., Wed. – Lenten Worship 7 p.m. ST. NICHOLAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, Walnutport. 610767-3107 Sun. – Mass 8/9:30/11 a.m., Holy Day – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30 p.m. ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton, 610-261-2910. HA Sun. - Worship 10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indianland, Cherryville Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Northampton Sun. – Worship 9 a.m Sunday School 10:15 a.m. VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, Northampton Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m.

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News Sermonette Pastor Edward L. Bean

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Unexpected Moments In Life Is every moment of life filled with unexpected lessons? Is it possible that our daily living can have unexpected spiritual lessons for our soul’s good? Can we encounter the unexpected unfolding of Christ’s presence when we are least aware of Him? The Bible records a challenging story of two Disciples’ shared experience (Luke 24: 13-35). We read in verses 14 and 15 that as they walked, they talked or communed and reasoned together, and “Jesus himself drew near and went with them.” As they walked toward Emmaus, they met with Christ unexpectedly. They were so deeply involved in their discussion that they failed to recognize Jesus was there! Their hearts and thoughts were saddened by the negativism of the crucifixion of their Lord. They failed to note Jesus was with them. Jesus saw their innermost struggles in understanding both the Scriptures and the crucifixion. He lovingly rebuked them by reviewing the Scriptures as they all three continued walking and talking. Jesus was invited to share in their evening meal. As they were eating, the Disciples’ eyes were opened when Jesus broke and passed the bread to them. The real Easter message of resurrection power and spiritual victory was understood by them. What are the spiritual lessons to be gleaned from these two travelers’ experience? First, God’s love, in Christ, is unlimited and reaches out to embrace all people. We are created in the image of God. We never face life alone; His love reaches out to us no matter our circumstances in life. Second, the presence of Christ comes when we least expect Him. We never can know when our Lord is there in life’s shadows taking a measurement of our love and devotion to Him. Third, Christ is the only One who gives meaning to the Scriptures, to the Easter message and to the church’s work on earth. This same Christ can cause our hearts to burn within us as He walks and talks with us, opens the Scriptures to us and enables us to discern His presence in this Easter season. Someone wrote: “It is such a comfort to drop the tangles of life into God’s hands and leave them there.” Like the early Disciples, what unexpected joys are given to us when we walk with our Lord! Walnutport Seventh Worship 10:15 a.m. Day Adventist Zion EL Church, Sat. – Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Northampton, 610-262-6636 (N) Worship 10:45 a.m. Sun. – Sunday School 9 a.m. Zion’s Stone U.C.C., Worship 10:30 a.m. Kreidersville KEY –W- Worship, M – Mass, Sun. – Sunday School 9 a.m. S – Services, SS – Sunday School, Worship 10:15 a.m. CE – Christian Ed, BS – Bible Study, Zion Wesleyan, Pt. CC - Child Care, HC – Holy Phillips Communion, H/A – Handicapped Sun. – Sunday School 9 a.m. Accessible, VBS – Vacation Bible School

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Obituaries Tonia C. Aman

Nov. 26, 1974 – Feb. 22, 2014 Tonia C. Aman, 39, of Bangor died on Saturday, Feb. 22 as the result of an automobile accident in Washington Township. She was the companion of William Hughes of Bangor for 13 years. A 1993 graduate of Pen Argyl High School, she was formerly employed in quality control for HMX-LLC (Country Miss) of Forks Township. Prior to that, she worked for SuperValu in Palmer Township for 10 years. Born Nov. 26, 1974 in Wilson Borough, she was a daughter of Alfred E. Jr. and Penny S. (Bender) Metzgar of Pen Argyl. In addition to her parents and companion, she is survived by a son, Zachary Aman, of Bangor; a grandson, Landon Aman; a sister, Angie Metzgar, of Bangor; a niece and nephew; and cousins. Preceding her in death were her paternal grandparents, Alfred, Sr. and Elsie (Lockard) Metzgar; maternal grandparents, Charles, Sr. and Edith (Romig) Bender; and an infant son, Tyler. A memorial service was held on Saturday at noon in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to her family, c/o the funeral home at 2165 Community Dr., Bath, PA 18014.

Cedric C. Brown

Cedric C. “Rick” Brown, 62, of Nazareth, died Monday, Feb. 24, 2014 at home. He was the husband of Diane (Taylor) Brown for almost 30 years. A 1969 graduate of Pen Argyl High School, he then graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and went on to serve in the U.S. Army, achieving the rank of captain. After graduating with an MBA degree from Rutgers University in 1983, he started his own company, Pathfinder Sign Systems. Born in Fountain Hill, he was a son of Ellen (Schlegel) Brown and the late Glenn Brown. He attended and coached his children’s sporting events and showed his team spirit at football games when the chil-

dren attended Penn State and West Point. Most recently, Rick was active in the Pen Argyl Alumni Association and planning class reunions. He also served as mentor to future cadets on the West Point Admissions Board. Besides his wife and mother, he is survived by a daughter, Mandi; a son, Ryan; a brother, Chris, of Bethlehem; a sister, Debra Joiner, of Spring, Texas; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Services were held on Saturday in the Guerro & Ruggiero Funeral Home, Pen Argyl, followed by interment in Fairview Cemetery, Pen Argyl. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pen Argyl Alumni Association or to the Pen Argyl High School Class of 1969, c/o the funeral home at 126 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Pen Argyl, PA 18072.

Edward W. Follweiler

June 18, 1926 – Feb. 25, 2014 Edward W. Follweiler, 87, of Nazareth died Tuesday, Feb. 25 in St. Luke’s Hospital Anderson Campus. He was the husband of Helen (Herman) Follweiler for 65 years. He attended Nazareth High School and served in the U.S. Navy as an electricians mate aboard the U.S.S. Tarawa. Ed retired as a foreman for Hercules Cement Co. in Stockertown. Later he worked for Harvey Miller Trucking in Moorestown. He served as zoning officer for the Borough of Nazareth and early in life was a member of the Civil Defense team, a volunteer group that monitored air raids during World War II, under the supervision of the late Caddy Jones. Born June 18, 1926 in Nazareth, he was a son of the late Robert and Dorothy (Nagle) Follweiler Steiner. He was of the Protestant faith. Ed was a life member of the VFW and a member and past commander of Harold V. Knecht American Legion Post #415, both in Nazareth; the 40 et 8; and Whitfield Lodge #622, F. & A.M., Tatamy. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Jane A. Follweiler, of Nazareth; a sister, Kathryn Werner, of Washington Township; and

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several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death was a brother, Robert G. I. Follweiler. Services were on Saturday morning in the Schmidt Funeral Home, Nazareth, with The Rev. David E. Schaeffer officiating there and at interment in Holy Family Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Holy Family School, 17 N. Convent Ave., Nazareth, PA 18064 or to Safe Harbor, 536 Bushkill Dr., Easton, PA 18042.

Stella M. Kincher

April 21, 1927 – Feb. 23, 2014 Stella M. “Gizi” (Groller) Kincher, 86, of Nazareth died Sunday, Feb. 23 in Gracedale. She had worked at Pioneer Sportswear for many years and then went to work at James River Corp. until retiring. She became a volunteer for the American Cancer Society after she was diagnosed with cancer herself. Born April 21, 1927 in Nazareth, she was a daughter of the late John, Sr. and Mary (Kallo) Groller. She was a member of the Holy Family Catholic Church and its Altar & Rosary Society in Nazareth. Surviving are two daughters, Michelle Walters and Kelly Buss, both of Nazareth; one granddaughter; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were a son, Michael “Jack” Kincher; brothers John Groller and Master Sgt. Frank Groller; and sisters Helen Cslinko, Ann Pachioli, and Mary Ruggiero. Services were held on Thursday, Feb. 27 in the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton, followed by burial in Greenwood Cemetery, Nazareth. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society and the Center for Animal Health & Welfare, c/o the funeral home at 326 E. 21st St., Northampton, PA 18067.

Stella Longley

April 6, 1920 – March 1, 2014 Stella Longley, 91, of Moore Township died Saturday, March 1 at home. She was the wife of the late Arthur J. Longley, Sr., who died on Sept. 22, 1997. Born April 6, 1920 in Coplay, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Hedwig (Lebensorger) Erkinger. She was a member of the

Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Bath. Surviving are two daughters, Lana Lobb and Lisa Malone; two sons, Arthur J. Longley, Jr. and Kenneth Longley; a brother, Thomas Erkinger, Jr.; 12 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were eight sisters and three brothers. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated this (Thursday) morning in the Sacred Heart Church with The Rev. Msgr. Francis A. Nave officiating there and at interment in the parish cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Bartholomew Funeral Home, Bath. Memorial contributions may be made to Lehigh Valley Hospice, P.O. Box 4000, Allentown, PA 18105.

Wilbur H. Meinhart

Nov. 27, 1936 – Feb. 23, 2014 Wilbur H. Meinhart, 77, of Danielsville died Sunday, Feb. 23 in Lehigh Valley HospitalMuhlenberg, Bethlehem after a battle with cancer. He was the husband of Theodora J. “Teddy” (Miller) Meinhart for 53 years. A 1957 graduate of Palmerton High School, he was employed by Lucent Technologies, Allentown, for 37 years before retiring as a layout operator. Born Nav. 27, 1936 in Palmerton, he was a son of the late William and Laura (George) Meinhart. Wilbur was a member and served with the Klecknersville Rangers Vol. Fire Co., Ambulance Corps, and also served as a volunteer for Meals on Wheels. He was a life member of Point Phillips Rod & Gun Club and a member of Jerusalem Evan. Lutheran Church, Trachsville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a brother, Merritt Meinhart, of Bowmanstown; a brother-in-law, Lenny Miller, of Moore Township; a nephew, Daniel H. Miller, of Moore Township; two nieces, Ellen Herman of Blackwood, N.J., and Amy Miller of Allentown, and other nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were four brothers and two sisters. Services will be announced by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home of Moorestown.. Contributions may be made in his memory to the Center for Animal Health & Welfare,

The family of Arlene M. Outwater would like to express their deepest gratitude to all their relatives, friends and neighbors for all their acts of kindness and sympathy at the loss of their beloved Arlene. Thank you for all the cards, flowers, prayers and donations. Thank you to Reverend Wetzel for the beautiful memorial service. From the family of Arlene Outwater

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James S. Meyers

April 15, 1919 – Feb. 26, 2014 James S. Meyers, 94, of Northampton, died Thursday, Feb. 26 in Lehigh Valley HospitalMuhlenberg, Bethlehem. He was the husband of the late Esther H. (Klega) Meyers, who died Feb. 8, 1991. He was a drill press operator in the Cameron Division of Ingersoll Rand, Phillipsburg, N.J., retiring in 1978. Jim had served with the U.S. Army prior to World War II. Born April 15, 1919 in West Easton, he was a son of the late David W. and Elizabeth (Boylan) Meyers. He was a member of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, Bath; and a 4th Degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus, Council #14464. Surviving are five daughters, Elizabeth A. Yorkavitch of Exeter Township, Mary Jane Ackerman of Talahassee, Fla., Margaret P. Furman of Hobart, Ind., Patrice M. Baros of Fayetteville, N.C.; and Janis Einfalt of Danielsville; two sons, James S. Meyers II of Forks Township and John Meyers of Millersville; 10 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were three brothers, Bernard, John and David Meyers, and four sisters, Mary Meyers, Elizabeth Altemus, Marcella Maier, and Katherine Kirch. Services were held on Monday morning in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, Bath. Burial is in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Catasauqua. Memorial donations may be made to the Sacred Heart Church, c/o the funeral home at 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, PA 18064. Continued on page 13

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Mildred C. Miltenberger

Jan. 8, 1925 – Feb. 27, 2014 Mildred C. “Mim” Miltenberger, 89, of Bethlehem Township, formerly of Hanover Township, died on Thursday, Feb. 27 in Country Meadows, Bethlehem Township. She was the wife of the late Walter W. Miltenberger, Jr for 50 years before he died in 1995. Born Jan. 8, 1925 in Chapman Quarries, she was a daughter of the late Florence B. (Green) Longer and the late Ralph W. Long and his wife, Marcia (Bright) Long. She was a member of the former Christ Evan. Lutheran Church, Schoenersville. Surviving are a daughter, Sandra L. Schrammel, of Bethlehem; a granddaughter; two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death

were a son, Walter W. Miltenberger III; her sister, Beatrice Stocker; and a son-in-law, Stephen Schrammel. Services were held on Wednesday morning in the Lutheran Center (formerly Christ Lutheran Church), Schoenersville. Interment followed in the Schoenersville Cemetery, Hanover Township. Arrangements were by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown.

Carl V. Uhler

Carl Valentine Uhler, 83, of Nazareth died at home on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2014. He was the husband of Eleanor (Remsing) Uhler for 63 years. He worked for Mack Printing in Easton for 40 years, and had a passion for skiing, bicycling and woodworking. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Curtis and Mark; two grandchildren. Funeral services were arranged by the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton.

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In just two decades, MS has moved from being an untreatable disease to one where there are at least 10 treatment options for those with relapsing MS, the most common form of the disease. And there are even more new therapies speeding through the pipeline that offer hope to people with all forms of the disease. A few examples of the Society’s holistic research approach in action include: Stopping MS: The global Progressive MS Alliance is focusing new resources on finding the answers that will lead to new treatments and, ultimately, end progressive MS. Restoring Function: Early human trials of investigative therapies and adult stem cells are under way, aimed at re pairing myelin, the nerve coating that is damaged by MS. Ending MS Forever: Studies are uncovering life-

style factors that people can change—such as smoking, childhood obesity, and vitamin D levels—that may reduce the risk of the next generation developing MS. Whether you volunteer, bike, walk, advocate, educate, support—every connection is a way of moving us closer to a world without multiple sclerosis. And remember to visit www.MSconnec tion.org to share why you connect with the MS Movement. In just two decades, MS has moved from being an untreatable disease to one where there are at least 10 treatment options.

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EAST ALLEN TOWNSHIP NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given by the Board of Supervisors of East Allen Township of their intention to conduct a public hearing to consider and vote for or against enactment of proposed zoning ordinances concerning: An amendment to create an Overlay District to permit an Age Qualified Residential Communi-

ty as a Conditional Use in the A/ RR zone, to add definitions, regulations and other requirements for age qualified residential communities and to authorize the development of age qualified residential communities within the Township in an area designated on the Township Zoning Map as an Age Qualified Residential Community Overlay District. Also an amendment to the East Allen Township Zoning Map to designate ± 65 acres of a certain tract of land identified as Northampton County Tax Parcel Number L6-15-8, Part of Tax Parcel Number L615-11 and Part of Tax Parcel L6-15-8A, also known as 6997 Beth-Bath Pike between Steuben Road and Jaindl Boulevard, as an Age Qualified Residential Community Overlay District. This request has been submitted by Toll PA, L.P. 250 Gibraltar Rd. Horsham, PA 19044 The public hearing will be held on Thursday, March 27, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. at the East Allen Township Municipal Building at 5344 Nor-Bath Boulevard, Northampton, PA 18067. Deborah A. Seiple Township Manager East Allen Township 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd. Northampton, PA 18067 (3/6-3/13) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of EDWIN R. LITZENBERGER, JR., deceased late of 1667 Main Street, Northampton, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, Letters of Administration 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 payment without delay to: Administratrix: Janet E. Hangen Address: 1452 Shimersville Road Emmaus, PA 18049 Or her Attorney: David B. Shulman, Esquire SHULMAN & SHABBICK 1935 Center Street Northampton, PA 18067 (2/20-3/6) ESTATE NOTICE The Estate of FRANCIS EMMET FOLLENIUS, deceased, of the City of Easton, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration for the above Estate were granted to Tatsuko N. Sowley, Administratrix, on February 11, 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 Tatsuko N. Sowley, in care of Gregory R. Reed, Attorney-at-Law, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299, Nazareth, PA 18064-0299. (2/20-3/6) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Virginia M. Kunkel, late of the Township of Bethlehem, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased. WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to

www.HomeNewsPA.com Nancy J. Gentrey, also known as Nancy K. Gentry, Executrix of the Estate of Virginia M. Kunkel. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to Nancy J. Gentrey, a/k/a Nancy K. Gentry 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 (2/27-3/13) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Sandrea Lee Dalrymple, also known as Sandra Dalrymple, also known as Sandra L. Dalrymple, late of the Township of Palmer, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased. WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Scott Matthew Dalrymple, Executor of the Estate of Sandrea Lee Dalrymple, also known as Sandra Dalrymple, also known as Sandra L. Dalrymple. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to Scott Matthew Dalrymple 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 (2/27-3/13) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of LOUIS M. MIKITSH, deceased, late of 576 Cherryville Road, 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: Tammy Jo Mikitsh a/k/a Tammy J. Mikitsh Address: 413 Broad Street Pen Argyl, PA 18072 Or the Estate Attorney: Joshua D. Shulman, Esquire SHULMAN & SHABBICK 1935 Center Street Northampton, PA 18067 (2/27-3-13) NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING MARCH 13, 2014 The Northampton Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold its public meeting on Thursday, March 13, 2014, in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania at 7:00 P.M. to review the

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PUblic notice-Legal Continued from page 14 following appeals: 1. Dr. Terry W. Stanglein, 2614 Cherryville Road, Northampton, Pennsylvania, for the property located at 2614 Cherryville Road, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Map No. L4NW4D-7-1A and is located in an R-3 Residential District. Dr. Stanglein would like to erect a two-sided free-standing measuring over 24 square feet in size. He is seeking a variance to: Page 250:36, Article V – Supplementary Regulations, §25018 – Accessory structures and uses. Subsection L – Signs in residential districts, (1) Identification and professional signs. 2. Matt and Triscia Crenko, 32 East 21st Street, Northampton, Pennsylvania, for the property located at 32 East 21st Street, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Map No. L4SW4B-3-3C and is located in an R-3 Residential District. Mr. and Mrs. Crenko would like to erect a 200 square foot garage four feet from the rear property line. They are seeking a variance to: Page 250:27, Article V – Supplementary Regulations §25018 – Accessory structures and uses, Subsection A – Accessory structures (1) – Unattached structure accessory to residential buildings, (c) – Distance from rear lot line: not less than eight feet from the rear lot line. 3. William Adam Moyer and David Moyer, 3103 Sodl Lane, Whitehall, Pennsylvania, for the property located at 11 East 24th Street, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Map No. L4SW1B-2-5 and is located in an R-3 Residential District. Messrs. Moyer are requesting an extension of time to the variance granted to them on May 9, 2013. 3. John Mazur, 654 Overlook Circle, Walnutport, Pennsylvania, for the property located at 2140 Main Street, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Map No. L4SW1D-3-9 and is located in a C-2 Commercial District. Mr. Mazur would like to erect four (4) additional advertising signs to his property. Mr. Mazur was granted a variance in September 2000 for four (4) wall-mounted signs on this property. He is seeking a variance to: Page 250:35, Article V – Supplementary Regulations, §250-18 – Accessory structures and uses, Subsection K – Commercial and industrial signs, (1) (a) and (o) Wall signs. All interested parties are invited to attend. The applicant must attend. Juliann Edelman Zoning Officer

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LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Certificate of Organization has been filed with the Department of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania at Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, for the purpose of obtaining a Certificate of Organization for a Limited Liability Company organized under the provisions of Title 15, Corporations and Unincorporated Associated at 15 Pa. C.S.A. 8901 et. seq., approved December 7, 1994, P.L. 703, No. 106(4). The name of the Domestic Limited Liability Company is: Apreaza Salon, LLC The Certificate of Organization has been filed on February 26, 2014. RICHARD H. YETTER, III, ESQUIRE Yetter Law Office 448 William Penn Highway Easton, PA 18045 (3/6) BOROUGH OF NORTHAMPTON EXECUTIVE MEETING Notice is hereby given that Northampton Borough Council will meet in an executive ses-

sion on Thursday, March 6, 2014, at 6:45 P.M. in Council Chambers. The purpose of this executive session is to discuss pending legal matters. Gene Zarayko Borough Manager (3/6) NOTICE IS GIVEN Pursuant to the provisions of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, Public Notice is hereby given that the Allen Township Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on March 25, 2014 at 7:00 P.M. at the Allen Township Municipal Building located at 4714 Indian Trail Road Northampton, Pennsylvania, for the purpose of considering proposed amendments to: Part 3 (Planning Commission) and Chapter 27 of the Code of Allen Township (Zoning Ordinance). Specifically, said proposed ordinance is entitled: “AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ALLEN, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDING AND REVISING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF ALLEN TOWNSHIP BY REVISING AND REPLACING PART 3 (PLANNING COMMISSION), SECTION 1-301 (CREATION OF COMMISSION); TO REVISE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR MEMBERSHIP ON THE PLANNING COMMISSION; AND PART 17 (SIGNS) OF CHAPTER 27 (ZONING) RELATING TO OFF PREMISES SIGNS; TO PROVIDE DEFINITIONS AND REGULATIONS FOR BILLBOARDS, TO DELETE THE POLITICAL SIGN REGULATIONS, AND REPEALING ALL OTHER ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT WITH THE PROVISIONS CONTAINED HEREIN” Immediately following the public hearing, on March 25, 2014 at 7:00 P.M., the Allen Township Board of Supervisors will consider voting on the adoption and enactment of above described ordinance amendments. Copies of the full text of the proposed amendments may be examined, during regular business hours, at the Allen Township Municipal Building, located at 4714 Indian Trail Road, Northampton, PA 18067. In addition, copies of the proposed amendments have been provided to The Home News and the Northampton County Law Library. Ilene Marie Eckhart Manager Allen Township (3/6-3/13)

cies on the Traffic Impact Committee which typically meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month following the 6:00 p.m. Planning Commission meeting. Please send a letter of interest by March 31, 2014, to Lehigh Township, 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, Pa. 18088. Anyone with questions, please call 767-6771. Alice Rehrig, Manager (3/6) ON THE PROPOSED FINANCING BY Upper Nazareth Fire Department, Inc. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Upper Nazareth Fire Department, Inc. located in Nazareth, Pennsylvania (the Issuer), will meet on March 21st, at 7:00 p.m. at the Upper Nazareth Fire Department Inc. for the purpose of holding a public hearing pursuant to the requirements of Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended on a proposal the Issuer enter into an agreement to finance certain equipment. The equipment to be financed consists of One (1) Spartan ERV Transformer Rescue/Pumper Truck and will be maintained at the fire station in Nazareth, Pennsylvania. To finance the costs of such equipment and to pay costs and expenses incidental to the financing, the Issuer proposed to enter into a loan agreement with a maximum aggregate principal amount not to exceed $554,305.00. The issuer will be required to pay all taxes on the equipment. The rental payments due pursuant to the loan agreement will be secured by a security interest in the equipment. All persons interested may appear and be heard at said time and place or may file written comments with the Upper Nazareth Fire Department, Inc. prior to the date of hearing set forth heretofore.

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MEETING NOTICE – CHANGE OF LOCATION ALLEN TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION The Allen Township Planning Commission will hold the previously scheduled Commission meeting of Monday, March 17, 2014 at 7:00 P.M. at the Allen Township Volunteer Fire Company Building located at 3530 Howertown Road, Northampton, Pennsylvania. Purpose of the meeting will be to discuss any and all matters properly brought before the Commission including annual reorganization. Ilene Marie Eckhart Manager Allen Township

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LEHIGH TOWNSHIP BOARD OPENINGS The Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors are looking for Lehigh Township residents who are interested in filling vacan-

Date Published: March 6, 2014. (3/6) NOTICE IS GIVEN Pursuant to the provisions of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, public notice is hereby given that the Allen Township Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on March 25, 2014 at 7:00 P.M. at the Allen Township Municipal Building located at 4714 Indian Trail Road Northampton, Pennsylvania, for the purpose of considering revisions to Chapter 22 of the Code of Allen Township (Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance). Specifically, said proposed ordinance is entitled: “AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ALLEN AMENDING CHAPTER 22 (SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT) OF THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ALLEN TO REVISE SECTIONS 22-203 AND 22-412 (OPEN SPACE AND COMMUNITY FACILITIES) TO PROVIDE SPECIFIC DESIGN STANDARDS AND CRITERIA FOR THE PRESERVATION AND ENHANCEMENT OF NATURAL FEATURES AND AREAS, TO PROVIDE SPECIFIC DEFINITIONS AND PLANTING REQUIREMENTS FOR NATURAL AREAS, AND TO PROVIDE A LIST OF INVASIVE PLANT SPECIES AND NOXIOUS WEEDS” Immediately following the public hearing the Allen Township Board of Supervisors may consider adoption and enactment of above described ordi-

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Arrest in Hanover Township Nets Two Brothers

On Feb. 27, 2014 at 8:45 a.m., Colonial Regional Police went to 4534 Smith Drive, Bethlehem (Hanover Township) to serve an arrest warrant for delivery of marijuana on Andrew Rider for the purchase of $60.00 worth of marijuana that occurred in 2013. Christopher Rider, Andrew’s brother, answered the door and an odor of burned marijuana was detected from the interior of the house. Andrew came to the door and was taken into custody on the outstanding warrant. The residence was secured and police saw marijuana, scales and paraphernalia inside the home. At approximately 1:45 p.m., members of the CRPD and the Northampton County Drug Task Force executed a search warrant. Found inside the home was approximately 250 grams of marijuana with a street value of $5,000.00, packaging material, scales, pipes, and more than $19,500.00 in cash. Both brothers were arraigned by District Judge James Narlesky on charges of possession of marijuana, possession with intent to deliver marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. Andrew was also arraigned on the previous charge of delivery of marijuana, possession and possession with intent to deliver. Bail was set at $25,000.00 for Christopher and $40,000.00 for Andrew. Both were sent to Northampton County Prison.

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518; and Ken Grube, 468. Team 7 had Gerald Bartholomew, 590, and Mike Swope, 558. Team 3 lost 1 to 3 with Doug Head, 511; Art Bruch, 494, and Michelle Tirrell, 483. Team 5 also was on the short end with a 1 to 3 night despite the solid effort of Rick Deily, 516; Jim Stevens, 447; Joe Taves, 423; and Sherry Longley, 422. STANDINGS Team 6 Team 4 Team 8 Team 1 Team 2 Team 5 Team 7 Team 3

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Top Three Teams All Fall Short in Monday Nite Mixed The top three teams all lost 1 to 3, and Hahn did the same thing in an extra match as they played up to week 24 in the Monday Nite Mixed League. Mayer was topped by Fioranelli as the latter put together scoring by Armie Fioranelli, 189-190-202–581; Sandy Becker, 181–484; Steve Rinker, 164–477; and Carol Kocher, 355. Mayer: Dawn Mayer, 173–445, and Sue Brandt, 151–425. Kerbacher topped Hahn, 3 to 1, on Andy Rice, 208-208219–635; John Kerbacher, 196216–557; Dee Allogio, 457; Lisa Shafer, 410. Hahn: Linda Hahn, 169-178–475; Austy Strohl, 470; Bert Davidson, 168–450; Elmer Effting, 390. Also winning 3 to 1 over Hahn was the Dutt team, which had Ellie Dutt, 167185-177–529; Les Dutt, 171192–514; Jackie Crouse, 175183–510; and Eric Spooner, 472. Hahn: Austy Strohl, 163198–475; Elmer Effting, 162168–471; Bert Davidson, 419; Linda Hahn, 400.

STANDINGS Mayer Hahn Arndt Jacoby Fioranelli Kemmerer Kerbacher

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Stockertown Auto Body to Binney & Smith, and 13th St. to the river. Sat., March 8 – Hokendauqua Creek, three trucks of trout from Pt. Phillips D/S to Church Rd., Kreidersville D/S to Rt. 329, and Rt. 329 D/S to mouth, and Indian Creek. They will meet at the Lappowinzo R&G Club at 12:45 p.m. Tues., March 11 – Meeting at Saucon Park at 12:30 p.m. to stock Lehigh Canal between Bethlehem and Freemansburg. Debris was piled up outside as firefighers extinguished the fire in Thurs., March 13 – Meet at a home at 128 S. Chestnut., Bath on Monday. – Home News photo Stockertown Post Office for Little Bushkill. Minsi Lake at 12:30, stock the who are Regional Wrestling Sat., March 15 – Stocker- lake and Jacoby Creek. Champions. This Thursday ton P.O., 12:30 p.m., Martins Unlike the past, the PFBC the following students will be Creek. does not list the species of competing in Hershey; Tyson Tues., March 18 – Meet at trout, nor the number of trout Klump, Travis Smith, Tyrone Saucon Park, 12:30, to stock to go in these waters. Klump, Chase Saucon Creek. Zemenak, Tyler Tarsi, NicoThere’s also an in-season Sat., March 22, meet at K- list, which we’ll provide later lino Sevi, and Brandon Lance. Mart in Walnutport at 12:30, in this column. They will be competing at the for Lehigh Canal at WalnutGIANT Center in the PIAA port. State Wrestling Tournament. Tues., March 25, meet at railroad depot in Bath, 12:30, to release trout at four sections: Depot to Rt. 512 bridge, Continued from page 7 Georgetown Rd. D/S to Rt. By Andy Weaver 191, Illicks Mill Dam D/S to The winter sports season maintenance workers at the Schoenersville Rd., Schoen- at Nazareth is close to end- park, but they failed to locate ersville Rd., D/S to mouth of ing with wrestling in the post the source. river. season. Congratulations to The defendant’s son, WilWed., March 26 – Meet at Chase Zemenek and Nic Sevi liam Neith, Jr., has hired Atty. Benjamin Lichtman to conLicense # duct an independent invesPA003267 Over tigation into the cause of the 35 Yrs. explosion and then to deterExperience mine who is responsible. The fire was ruled accidental by authorities. The explosion rocked homes throughout the Hickory Hills neighborhood, and Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC blew out windows of those Service and Installation closest to the disaster. No one else was injured. Barry Bickert Phone: 610-837-9098 Hickory hills is one of sevCell:484-634-0107 2805 Valley View Dr. www.bickertshvac.com Fax:610-837-4387 eral mobile home developBath, PA 18014 ments owned by Continental Communities of Illinois. 610-837-1800 Part of the development’s Call For Daily Specials homes, those along Sycamore Catering Available Drive, had their gas shut off last Thursday, and were left to fend for themselves by seekCorner Store & Deli ing suppliers that provide propane gas in tanks. They Intersection of Monocacy were informed in the after& Community Drive, Bath noon that a leak occurred in Open M-F 6am – 8pm the distribution system and GOOD MORNINGS Sat 6am – 6pm Sun 7am - 4pm that they would no longer are GREAT! have gas through that system. Friday Night Hot Breakfasts Trucks from area propane freshly made! Special providers were seen coming Stop by! into the neighborhood. For Baked Haddock those affected who did not get w/sides the gas needed, they shivered Fresh Pies in the temperatures outside OR & Cakes that were near zero. Tacos

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OIL FILTER

with every oil change (For the entire month of March) *Offer applies to passenger car and trucks only. Does not apply to Medium Duty or specialty vehicles. Filter is purchased by Hesch Service and not by customer. Must present coupon at time of service. Certain restrictions apply. Limit one coupon per customer. Offer valid 3/1/2014 thru 3/31/2014. CALL US TODAY TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT

3028 South Front Street Whitehall, PA 18052

610.264.0261

And third place Arndt lost 1 to 3 to Kemmerer, the latter having Ernst Bonser, 190-199– 518; Matt Morganello, 454; Kacey Bonser, 445, and Sue Bonser, 324. Arndt: Tom Zeitner, 441; Patti Arndt, 166–425; Joan Erb, 381; Janet Naylor, 357.

THN14

Estelle R. Stein D.D.S. 116 S. Walnut St., Bath, PA 18014 Call 610-837-7811 Full service dental care for all ages. Most dental insurance accepted including BLUE CHIP and AARP SENIOR PLANS. Senior citizen discount

attemann’s

Hickory Hills