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President Trump visits The Lehigh Valley By HOME NEWS STAFF President Donald Trump, along with Air Force One, arrived at Lehigh Valley International Airport on Thursday, May 14 around 1:45 p.m. for his first visit to the Lehigh Valley as president. The primary purpose of last week’s visit was to tour Upper Macungie’s medical equipment distribution center Owens & Minor Inc. The company produces surgical and medical equipment. Large crowds of people were
Bath Farmers’ Market Opens with social distancing, Protective measures
By KERI LINDENMUTH The Bath Farmers’ Market kicked off its new season on Friday, May 15. The market looked a little different this year, with hand washing stations, masks, and signs asking shoppers to spread six feet apart. These new safety precautions are helping stop the spread of COVID-19. Hundreds of excited shoppers visited throughout the day, taking advantage of the warm weather
on and off-site the distribution center, both supporters and protesters, while Trump met with Owens & Minor workers inside the facility. Trump addressed the country’s stockpile of medical equipment and COVID-19 testing and has announced that he plans to source 300 million American-made N95 masks by fall 2020. “We want America first,” the president said. “We love the world, but we want America first.”
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and the chance to support local businesses. Carol Bear-Heckman, Bath councilwoman and farmers market committee member, estimated that 160 people showed up during the market’s first hour. “I think in times like this, it is important to get foods locally sourced [and] support local business,” she said. Continued on page 3
Weaversville Part 7 of 14
Today, we continue our visit to the Weaversville Academy on Weaversville Road in East Allen Township.Our guide is an 1858 catalog from Amanda Weaver. Michael and Samuel Weaver, Amanda’s grandfather and father, respectively, were two of the founders of Weaversville and Weaversville Academy. Ms. Susan Jenkins Weaver, family historian, has graciously shared this research for our readers. A library has been commenced, and a society for the improvement of the young gentlemen in discussion and general literature has been organized. The
school student body was composed of both gentlemen and ladies. Examinations: A public examination will be held at the close of the fall term and also at the close of the spring term. These exami-
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East Allen extends real estate tax Until December 31, discount until Allen Township lifts Burn ban, discusses August 31 New signage
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By KERI LINDENMUTH During their virtual public workshop meeting on Wednesday, May 13, the East Allen Township Board of Supervisors voted to extend the real estate tax deadline until December 31. Residents will now have until the end of the year to pay their base tax in full without any late fee or penalty. The original deadline had been April 30, but the COVID-19 pandemic prompted the township to push it back to help alleviate any financial burden for residents. Meanwhile, the discount rate has been extended until August 31. Residents who may have paid their base amount will be receiving a letter with new instructions. The township has already collected about 84 percent of its real estate tax. "This is not anything out of the ordinary," said township manager Brent Green. In other news, Green asked supervisors for permission to form an open space committee that would explore possible farmland preservation methods. The committee would be composed of residents, farmers, supervisors, and business owners. "[This is] something that is overdue," said Green. "The only way you are really going to battle [warehouse development] is to have a program to protect these
areas." Giving supervisors the power to preserve farmland can only be achieved by a referendum vote. Green says a committee will help him gauge where the public's opinion stands. "We have to get it right," he said. He cited a method similar to Moore Township. The township purchases farmland that is for sale and leases it out to farmers for continued maintenance. Committee meetings will be open to the public. "East Allen is a ripe community [for this program] with the problems that we are facing and the challenges that we have," added Green. Green also asked supervisors for permission to look into community cleanup opportunities. Both township and state roads have had issues with littering from drivers and even nearby businesses. "PennDOT's [cleanup] has been limited," said Green. "There is not a lot of involvement." He added that public works has been spending a lot of time cleaning up litter from "careless" drivers who throw garbage out their windows. "There are certain hotspots in the township that you definitely see those issues," he said. Guidelines from Keep Penn-
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Vendors at the opening included Chartier Farms, Gourmet Peanut Butter & More, Broken Willow Winery, Blendlife, Hayes Flowers, and, new this year, Fegley’s Brew Works and Sweetly Smitten Cookies. Vendors served up fresh poultry, smoothies, hard cider, bread, baked goods, and more. Some vendors sold out early in the day due to popular demand. Bear-Heckman said there are several other vendors on the calendar this season, but food and supply shortages have forced them to wait until later in the summer. The market has added several new features to make shoppers comfortable, like contact-free pickup. By visiting the market’s new website, shoppers can find contact information for each vendor and place orders for pickup. Orders can be delivered directly to their car. Rewards cards have also gone virtual, while vendors are accepting credit cards for shoppers who are wary of paying cash. At the opening, all shoppers and vendors wore masks, and social distancing guidelines were followed by all, creating a safe and worry-free environment. “Fresh-air dining is the safest dining,” said Bear-Heckman. “Fresh-air shopping is right up there with it.” Market manager Sarah Fulton was encouraged by the turnout. “It is a relief for a lot of people cooped up indoors,” she said. The market will run every Friday through September from 3 to 6:30 p.m. at Keystone Park in Bath. For more information and to place pickup orders, visit https://www.bathfarmersmarket. org/.
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By CHRISTINA SANTO On Tuesday, May 12 at 7 p.m., the Allen Township Board of Supervisors met through Zoom to conduct routine township business. The board passed the minutes from April 14 and 28. Residents who want to see a copy of the full reports can do so by getting in contact with Ilene Eckhart, the township manager. Next, the board discussed lifting the burn ban that was put into place in mid-March due to dry season and township building closures; the closures meant there was no way for residents to get a burn permit. Chairman Dale Hassler recommended following other townships’ examples and lifting the ban now that the dry season is over. Additionally, the township is looking into creating an electronic form that would allow residents to obtain a burn permit, according to Eckhart. Although the burn ban was lifted, residents must still comply with the ordinance. The Allen Township Board of Supervisors will look into changing/creating an ordinance that would allow
residents to burn fire pits at night since that is not allowed with the current ordinance. The board voted to pass a progress payment of almost $24,000 on the new salt shed. Construction on the salt shed was extended to June 30, 2020 due to shutdowns from the coronavirus. Finally, the board discussed a request from a resident living on Spring Hill Road. The resident requested the board consider installing a speed limit and children at play signs on the road for the safety of children in the area. Vice Chairman Gary Behler reminded the board that requests like this were denied in the past since it might cause a flood of similar requests. The board discussed creating an ordinance to make the speed limit 25mph on the residential stretch of road; once the ordinance is signed and passed, it would be enforceable. The Planning Commission and Zoning Heard Board meetings have been put on hold until further notice. The next Board of Supervisors will be held on Tuesday, May 26 at 7 p.m., also on Zoom.
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Gab Over by Pete The Fence G. Ossip Hi gang, lotsa goin’ on lately, lots to talk about...May 10 to the 16th was National Police Week, a time to honor the fallen and thank all the police officers who serve... Over 100 vehicles drove past a Nazareth residence last week to honor a fallen officer who worked for the New Jersey Department of Corrections...Unfortunately lots of Memorial Day events and parades are being cancelled due to the virus for the concern of safety and social distancing...A parade will be held on June 6 in Bath for borough seniors that are graduating. That’ll be nice, it’ll be a vehicle parade. I believe there is more information in this issue on how to participate...That reminds me, the deadline for graduation announcements to be submitted to The Home News is being extended to June 8 to give folks a little more time...There was a fire last week at Blue Barn Nursery, I haven’t heard anything about a cause yet though. There was also a fire in the Northampton Borough last week, close to midnight. A person had to jump outta a second floor window to escape the fire. It happened on Main Street. Haven’t heard much else on that yet either...Lotsa people showed up to opening day at Bath Farmers’ Market last Friday, luckily all that rain passed and they had beautiful weather, nice and hot if you like it that way. The Bath Farmers’ Market has been kind enough to sponsor this month’s Photo of the Month contest, so the winner will receive a prize from them. Photos of farmers’ markets can be submitted up until May 25. The photos can be of any farmers’ market, doesn’t necessarily have to be from this year either...President Trump visited the Lehigh Valley for the first time as president last Thursday, huge crowds turned out for his arrival, both supporters and protesters. Not every day you see the president and Air Force One in our little Lehigh Valley!...Sunday marked the return of NASCAR. Baseball will be back soon before we know it, hang in there folks, save some hot dogs and peanuts...I heard Rita’s in Northampton is under new ownership and it looks like they’re going to be moving to a new location. I wonder where it will be? People have firm opinions on ice cream versus italian ice, I’ll take ‘em both! Stay tuned for more on that...There is a Freddy’s celebration Thursday May 21 on wfmz.com. All opening numbers
since 2013 will be played. That airs at 7 p.m. That’s a nice trip down memory lane and a nice homage to all the actors and actresses, both past and present... The bridge on Bath Pike at Penn Dixie Road will be closing beginning on May 27 for construction so be aware of that in your travels...Boy Scout Troop 76 is having a “COVID-19 Closet CleanUp.” The clothing drive will be on May 23 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Dryland UCC parking lot in Nazareth. If you would like to drop off donated items during this time, please place gently used/unwanted items in tightly tied bags. Great job Troop 76... Becky’s Drive-In announced that they’ll open this Friday, May 22. That sure is great news moving forward for the summer and the holiday weekend. I can’t imagine the line of cars that will be waiting to get in on Route 248 there. The community loves their drive-ins!..Mattie’s Strudel Haus is set to hopefully open soon in the Borough of Bath. They’ve had to cross a lot of hurdles to open up. I had one of their strudels last year at Spuds & Suds. Keep an eye out for them!...I saw that My Place Pizza is gonna have online ordering soon...before we know it their famous ice cream will be back...I’m sure the folks in town were happy to get their Town & Country Restaurant fix once again as they opened back up last week. You can’t chit chat inside but at least you can have their comfort food to go to eat in the comfort of your own home...I hope everyone has a nice Memorial Day, but don’t forget the true meaning behind it, to remember and honor all who have fallen to protect our country. Much more to it than just “the official start of summer” and barbecues and parties. Well I’m off for today, have a great holiday weekend, stay safe and healthy and cya next time.
Hahn issues Statement on Reported Errors in Mail-in ballot System
Submitted by MICHAEL PLUMMER State Rep. Marcia Hahn (RNorthampton County) today issued the following statement regarding mail-in ballots: "My office has received several calls from constituents who
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Springtime Alert- do Not disturb Young Wildlife
PA GAME COMMISSION Whether in their backyards or high on a mountain, it’s almost certain Pennsylvanians will encounter young wildlife this time of year. While some young animals might appear to be abandoned, usually they are not. It’s likely their mothers are watching over them from somewhere nearby. So when encountering young wildlife, be it deer, birds, raccoons or other animals, the best thing you can do is leave them alone. “Well-intentioned people might step in to help a young animal that appears to be alone, not realizing its mother is nearby and it’s not in need of help,” said Matthew Schnupp, the Game Commission’s wildlife management director. “That’s one reason why leaving young wildlife undisturbed in the wild typically is the best solution when encountering young wild animals.” Adult animals often leave their young while they forage for food, but they don’t go far and they do return. Wildlife also often relies on a natural defensive tactic called the “hider strategy,” where young animals will remain motionless and “hide” in surrounding cover while adults draw the attention of potential predators or other intruders away from their young. Deer employ this strategy, and deer fawns sometimes are assumed to be abandoned when, in fact, their mothers are nearby. The Game Commission urges Pennsylvanians to resist the urge to interfere with young wildlife or remove any wild animal from its natural setting. Such contact can be harmful to both people and wildlife. Wild animals can lose their natural fear of humans, making it difficult, even impossible, for them to ever again live normally in the wild. And anytime wildlife is handled, there’s always a risk people could contract diseases or parasites such as fleas, ticks and lice.
Wildlife that becomes habituated to humans also can pose a public-safety risk. Some years ago, a yearling, six-point buck attacked and severely injured two people. The investigation into the incident revealed that a neighboring family had illegally taken the deer into their home and fed it as a fawn, and they continued to feed the deer right up until the time of the attack. It is illegal to take or possess wildlife from the wild. Under state law, the penalty for such a violation is a fine of up to $1,500 per animal. Under no circumstances will anyone who illegally takes wildlife into captivity be allowed to keep that animal, and under a working agreement with state health officials, any “high risk” rabies vector species confiscated after human contact must be euthanized and tested; it cannot be returned to the wild because the risk of spreading disease is too high. Animals infected with rabies might not show obvious symptoms, but still might be able to transmit the disease. Though any mammal might carry rabies, the rabies vector species identified in the agreement are: skunks, raccoons, foxes, bats, coyotes and groundhogs. People can get rabies from the saliva of a rabid animal if they are bitten or scratched, or if the saliva gets into the person’s eyes, mouth or a fresh wound. Only wildlife rehabilitators, who are licensed by the Game Commission, are permitted to care for injured or orphaned wildlife for the purposes of eventual release back into the wild. For those who find wildlife that truly is in need of assistance, a listing of licensed wildlife rehabilitators can be found on the Pennsylvania Association of Wildlife Rehabilitators website, www.pawr.comOpens In A New Window. If you are unable to identify a wildlife rehabilitator in your area, contact the Game Commission region office that serves the county in which the animal is found so that you can be referred to the appropriate licensed wildlife rehabilitator. Region office contact information can be found under the title “Connect with Us” at the bottom of the www.pgc.pa.gov homepage.
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Borough Of Bath To have Vehicle Parade for Borough Seniors
Submitted by FIORELLA MIRABITO To the Parents/Guardians of the High School Class of 2020: A committee of Borough Council has been formed to recognize the graduating high school seniors of the Class of 2020 - who reside in the Borough of Bath. This recognition is for students graduating from Northampton High School, Bethlehem Catholic High School and Notre Dame High School. This is all personally funded by members of Bath Borough Council, Staff and Mayor. We are organizing a vehicle parade for Saturday, June 6 at 3 p.m. - lead by the volunteers of the Bath Fire Department; Council Members; Borough Staff; Mayor; family members of graduates; and, anyone who would like to participate. The line-up for the vehicle parade will begin at 2:30 p.m. and will start on Center Street (in front of Borough Hall and Fire Department) and will travel (honking as we arrive) to the respective graduates homes within the Borough. We're hoping the graduates will be waiting outside of their homes so we can present them with a gift. Please note - this recognition is only for graduates residing in the Borough of Bath. Even though the Bath Zip Code (18014) covers parts of East-Allen Township and Moore Township - this parade and recognition is only for the Borough of Bath graduates. As much as we would love to recognize all graduates - we simply cannot fund everyone. We hope you can understand our position. Therefore, please email (ASAP) one of the below committee members with your graduates name and address. Also, if you would like to take part in the vehicle parade - please, email us as well. We stress the fact that you must send an email in order to be included. Sincerely, Council Vice-President Michele Ehrgott email: mehrgott@ boroughofbath.org Councilwoman Phyllis Andrews email: pandrews@boroughofbath.org Mayor Fiorella Mirabito email: mayor@boroughofbath.org.
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BATH AREA social life. The student enrollment was very surprising — gentlemen: 100, ladies: 45. Twenty-eight students were from Weaversville. Three members of the well-known Fuller family in Catasauqua were educated at the academy. Most students lived rather close to the school. Some came from Siegfried’s Bridge, as Northampton Borough was not incorporated until 1908. We find students from Nor-
thumberland County; Tamaqua; French Town, N.J.; Mauch Chunk; Orwigsburg; and Fordham, N.Y. Five members of the Weaver family were enrolled in 1858. This material was from Amanda Weaver’s catalog. In March of 1862, the school held the third annual exhibition of the students at the Presbyterian church. The program included music and student declamations. The academy closed for lack of
students in 1902. A new system of railroads gave students the opportunity to leave home and attend a school of their choice. When I drive past the old academy, the teachers and students are gone, but the school had a lasting impact on Weaversville and the students. The school’s strong academic program prepared men and women for life’s challenges.
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Continued from page 1 nations are not gotten up for the purpose of making a display and advertising the school but for the real benefit of the pupils. Normal class: Young men wishing to qualify themselves for teaching are informed that a teacher’s class will be formed at the commencement of the fall term. The members of this class will receive extra instruction in all branches required to be taught in the common schools. They will also be taught by lectures the elements of correct school discipline and the best modes teaching the various branches required. When this writer started teaching a long time ago, some teachers had a normal school degree and did
an excellent job as they had years of classroom experience. Sabbath: A strict observance of the Sabbath will be required of all. There are two churches in the immediate vicinity, a Presbyterian church and St. John’s, a Lutheran and Reformed church. Students can attend at which ever their parents or guardians may direct. Each student will be furnished with a Bible. Punctual attendance on the daily devotional exercises of the academy is required. General exercises: The gentlemen declaim and read compositions, each once in two weeks. The ladies composed and read once a week. The discipline of the school is moral and parental, aiming to secure happiness and prosperity of the student while with us as to prepare him to discharge properly the duties and responsibilities of
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Sons of Veterans of the Civil War Memorial Day Submitted by MADELYN KEMP The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, Captain Theodore H. Howell Camp #48 will not be doing their usual services at the numerous memorials, churches, and cemeteries as in past years due to the Governor’s order to stay at home. However the members of this organization still feel that these Veterans of the Civil War need to be honored. And so, they will be organizing a Color Guard to attend each location on Memorial Day to offer a prayer and a single gun salute. Unfortunately there will only be three members participating because of the COVID-19 virus and social distancing. Please see the approximate times and locations listed below: 8 a.m. – Fairview Cemetery, Cherryville Road, Northampton (right down from Rita’s) 8:30 a.m. – Siegfried Memorial Plot, W. 21st St, Northampton (across from CVS) 9 a.m. – G.A.R. Memorial Plot, Lincoln and Dewey Ave, Northampton 9:30 a.m. – Allen Union CemContinued on page 9
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NAZARETH AREA Liam Tocheny of Nazareth receives Award at 2020 Muhlenberg College Honors Convocation Submitted by KRISTINE TODARO The virtual ceremony celebrated academic achievement, community engagement, original research and commitment to the College. The Muhlenberg College Honors Convocation is a formal academic ceremony designed to honor and celebrate leadership and scholarly excellence and achievement. This year
marks the College’s 172nd year of higher education and, due to the nationwide impact of COVID-19, the first time the ceremony was conducted virtually. Student honorees included: Liam Tocheny of Nazareth, who received the The Dr. John J. Reed Scholarship, awarded annually to a rising junior or senior history major considered deserving by the Department of His-
tory and shows great potential to continue in this field, given in honor of the late Dr. John J. Reed, professor of history.
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Nazareth) today announced the Commonwealth Financing Authority has approved $400,577 in grant funding to municipalities in the 137th Legislative District. These grants were fully funded by gaming revenues from the Northampton County Local Share Account (LSA). No tax dollars are used to fund this program. “I’m pleased to announce the approval of these grants, which will immediately go toward making much-needed improvements
in our local community,” said Emrick. “This funding is welldeserved as it will enhance public safety, restore a historic structure and give our county officials the tools they need to best serve our community.” Grants were awarded to the following municipalities: Northampton County – $250,000 to purchase a digital full-body imaging system to be used for the required work by the Continued on page 10
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Obituaries Kenneth R. Heckman, 74, of Moore To w n s h i p passed away peacefully on May 15, 2020. Ken was the loving husband of Rosanne (Flamisch) Heckman with whom he shared 52 years of marriage. He was born on April 29, 1946 in Palmerton to the late Russell H and Ella (Fuller) Heckman. After graduating from Northampton High School in 1964, he proudly and honorably served in the US Air Force for four years during the Vietnam Era. Ken worked as an optician for 38 years, retiring from Allentown Optical in 2008. He was a member of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Bath where he enjoyed working with Scout Troop #43 and helping at the Church Picnic. Ken was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a past coordinator for the Bath E Allen Youth Club and coached youth baseball, soccer, and travelling baseball. Ken was a devoted father and grandfather. His survivors include two sons and their families: Richard K (Rick), wife Stephanie, grandchildren Kaela and Tanner of Zionsville, PA and Todd M, wife Julie, grandsons Tyler and Dylan of Mt Pleasant SC. Ken was predeceased by a brother Ronald D. Heckman. Services will be at the convenience of the family. Arrangements will be entrusted to Reichel Funeral Home in Northampton. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 210 E Northampton St, Bath, PA 18014.
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etery, Fourth and Main Street, Northampton 10 a.m. – St. John’s UCC Church, Howertown (No church service, cemetery only) 10:30 a.m. – Horner’s Cemetery, Nor-Bath Hwy Route 329 11 a.m.– St. Peter's UCC Church, Seemsville (No church service, cemetery only) 11:30 a.m. – Emmanuel Church, Emmanuelsville (Cemetery only) Noon – Christ Little Moore Church, 913 Mink Rd., off of Route 946 (Cemetery only) 12:30 p.m. – Zion Stone Church, Kriedersville (No church service – cemetery only) And as President Abraham Lincoln said it best: “It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us - that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion - that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain - that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom - and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.'' Please remember all our veterans and our servicemen and pray for their safety, and thank you for all your support in the past and hopefully we will be able to assume our regular schedule next year.
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Memorial Day Remembrance Services Submitted by BRIAN RADCLIFFE Due to the coronavirus pandemic and the restrictions being set in place by Governor Wolf, this year's Memorial Day Remembrance Service at the American Legion, Post 470 Bath has been cancelled for public safety concerns. I do ask all residents, at some point throughout the weekend, to please stop for a few minutes and give thanks and prayers in your own way to remember the sacrifices these brave men and women endured for the safety, protection and freedoms we all cherish. Please remember that Memorial Day weekend is a time to remember those who have passed on, for those who have died protecting our freedoms either on the battlefield, on the training field or years later by the grace of God and time. It is a time to say thank you to these brave men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice for God and Country. I also ask you please do not confuse Memorial Day with Veterans Day. Do not thank those of us who served, but instead remember those we have lost. Remember them, keep them alive by telling family, friends and loved ones their stories so that the next generation may know what true heroes they were. These are strange times we are all experiencing right now. But as we always do, as Americans we will prevail, we will come out of this stronger and better than we
were before. Remain safe, remain strong, and remember to check in on those neighbors and family who may need some assistance. Together we are stronger, together we are better, together we are Americans. God bless you all, and God bless the United States.
Hahn secures $268K in Funding for area Improvement Projects Submitted by MICHAEL PLUMMER Rep. Marcia Hahn (RNorthampton) announced that four municipalities in the 138th Legislative District will benefit from $268,039 in grant funding approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) in Harrisburg. These grants were fully funded by gaming revenues from the Northampton County Local Share Account (LSA). No tax dollars are used to fund this program. “These projects will improve the response readiness of our local police and EMS departments, clean up our roads and make our district a more inclusive place for individuals with disabilities,” said Hahn. “I was glad to advocate for such worthy causes and pleased this funding was approved.” Grants were awarded to the following municipalities: Bushkill Township – $60,000 to purchase and equip two SUVs with police technology. East Allen Township – $75,000 to purchase a new crack-sealing machine for use on public road-
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ways. Pen Argyl Borough – $64,999 to install ADA-accessible improvements into the borough municipal building, including renovations to the building’s social hall to continue its use as a community space, voting location, rentable facility for community and local organizations, and a municipal and council meeting area. This project will ensure residents with disabilities have entry into the building. Plainfield Township – $68,040 to purchase and install three autonomous license plate reading devices on behalf of the Slate Belt Regional Police Department. The 138th Legislative District consists of the townships of Bethlehem (portion), Bushkill, East Allen, Hanover, Lower Nazareth, Moore (portion), and Plainfield and the boroughs of Bath, Chapman, Pen Argyl and Wind Gap.
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PUBLIC NOTICE-LEGAL MOORE TOWNSHIP INVITATION TO BID Moore Township will receive sealed bids electronically via the PennBid Program until 10:00 AM on June 1, 2020 for the 2020 Seal Coat Projects. The bids will be opened with the bid results made available on PennBid shortly thereafter. Copies of the Drawings and the Specifications / Bid Forms are available on PennBid at no cost (www.pennbid.net)
Bids will potentially be awarded at the regular scheduled Supervisor Meeting to be held on June 1, 2020, at 7:00 PM. Each Bid must be accompanied by bid security made payable to Moore Township in the amount of ten (10%) percent of the bid price in the form of a Certified Check, Bank Check or a Bid Bond issued by a surety meeting the requirements of Article 5 of the General Conditions. Moore Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Bids and to accept any Bid which in its judgment is for the best interest of the Township. Moore Township Board of Supervisors Nicholas Steiner, Township Manager (5/14 & 5/21) 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, June 3, 2020 at 6:00 PM. The meeting will be held remotely and members of the public are welcomed to participate in the remote hearing. Instructions regarding how to participate will be found at the Moore Twp. website, www. mooretownship.org or by calling 610-759-9449. Specific items on the agenda include: 20-ZHB-733 The applicant(s), Joel Eline, applicants of the property located at 455 English Rd. Bath, (Moore Twp.) PA 18014 request the following relief: a variance to construct an accessory structure within the side yard setback requirement. The sections cited for this application are as follows: 200-17G Yard Requirements (side yard setbacks), as well as any other section in which relief may be needed upon review by the Board. The property, County PIN# J6-1-37, contains approximately 1.33 acres and is zoned, Rural Agricultural (RA). 20-ZHB-734 The applicant(s), Joseph & Lindsey Kerekes, applicants of the property located at 150 Allen Dr., Northampton, (Moore Twp.) PA 18067 request the
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following relief: a variance and/ or special exception to conduct a General Home Occupation of firearm repair and sales within a structure. The section(s) of the ordinance cited for this application are as follows: 200-17B,C Rural Agricultural Zoning District Uses, 200-22H (H-7) General Home Occupation, as well as any other section in which relief may be needed upon review by the Board. The property, County PIN# K4-24-8K, contains approximately 13.12 acres and is zoned, Rural Agricultural (RA). Jason L. Harhart Zoning Officer Moore Township
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coroner as well as regionally for students and medical professionals. Roseto Borough – $91,435 to renovate the borough-owned building at 122 Dante St. Renovations include replacement of the 80-year-old flooring and a new ADA-compliant bathroom on the second floor. Stockertown Borough – $39,769 to purchase a new police vehicle and other related equipment. Tatamy Borough – $19,373 to purchase new portable radios, computer and backup systems for the police department to be compatible with the Northampton County 911 system. The 137th Legislative District encompasses the townships of Forks, Lower Mount Bethel, parts of Palmer, Upper Mount Bethel, Upper Nazareth and Washington. It also contains the boroughs of Bangor, East Bangor, Nazareth, Portland, Roseto, Stockertown and Tatamy.
Police Blotter Strangulation East Allen Twp. On May 7, in the area of Walnut Street in East Allen Township, Northampton resident 45-year-old William Kantner went to the victim’s residence in violation of their PFA order. Kantner physically assaulted the victim while at the residence, then fled prior the arrival of Pennsylvania State Police. Burglary, residential Force Allen Twp. On May 7 at 1:45 a.m. in the area of Leisure Lane, Allen Township, the homeowner was awoken by an unknown person forcing open the front door. The homeowner had been sleeping in the living room, feet away from the door. The homeowner immediately grabbed his firearm and yelled at the intruder, “I have a weapon.” The intruder paused, one foot in and one foot out of the residence, then fled the area on foot. Approximately
$100 worth of damage was done to the door and locks. Anyone with information is asked to contact PSP-Bethlehem at 610-861-2026. Domestic altercation Allen Twp. On May 17 around 10:30 p.m., a domestic altercation occurred in Ross Court, Allen Township. The arrestee, 42-year-old Nicolae Tataru and the victim engaged in a verbal argument. The argument escalated, at which point Tataru pushed the victim to the ground, and then used a pillow and a slipper to hit the victim. He also used a closed fist to strike the victim about the face. Tataru was cited for harassment through a non-traffic citation filed at Magisterial District Court 03-3-01. Strangulation Airport Road On May 15 around 12:51 a.m., 26-year-old Jose Vargas punched a 23-year-old female from Continued on page 11
Gov. Wolf vetoes Senate Bill 327, House Bills 2388 and 2412 submitted by LYNDSAY KENSINGER Governor Tom Wolf on Tuesday vetoed three bills related to the state’s response to COVID-19 that violate the separation of powers and make other changes that go against the administration’s measured plan for reopening the state safely. Senate Bill 327 would authorize counties to develop and implement their
own mitigation plans and decide when businesses within their county can reopen and includes a provision that prohibits commonwealth agencies from performing an essential governmental operation, the promulgation of regulations, until 90 days after the COVID-19 disaster emergency declaration is terminated unless the legislature grants permission for a regulation to advance.
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House Bill 2388 and House Bill 2412 would allow various industries to reopen in red phase counties. “Since the beginning of this month, my administration has been gradually transitioning counties from the restrictive red phase to an intermediate yellow phase,” Wolf wrote. “The decisions to move counties from the red phase to the yellow phase are based
on the advice of expert epidemiologists. These decisions are not based just on the number of cases of COVID-19, but are also based on other critical factors, such as how community members interact, the county’s number of potential transmission points, a county’s geographic location, the capacity to undertake contact tracing, and testing availability.”
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Fleeing and eluding East Allen Twp This incident occurred on May 17 around 3:30 p.m. when 19-year-old Timothy Smith of Easton failed to stop for emergency lights and siren to initiate a traffic stop. He proceeded to pass several vehicles and commit assorted traffic violations. When he observed additional units, he stopped his vehicle and was arrested for pursuit related violations.
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