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Bath Farmers’ Market kicks off 12th season opening By DAWN DUDECK TUNNEY The Bath Farmers’ Market kicked off the opening of their 12th season with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, May 17 at Keystone Park. Those present included the mayor of Bath, Fiorella Reginelli-Mirabito, council members Barry Fenstermaker, Carol Bear-Heckman and Phyllis Andrews as well as representatives from Buy Fresh Buy Local of the Greater Lehigh Valley. Lauren Spence, AVP from the
Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce served as the MC for the event and Sarah Fulton, Market Manager, had the honor of cutting the ribbon. Fulton, who is also an integral part of planning the annual market, believes that farmers’ markets are a way to promote healthy foods, preserve farms and the local economy and to further the relationship between consumers and producers of the community. Continued on page 6
Looking by Back Ed Pany Bath History and Heritage Michael Kistler, Jr.
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Northampton High School Valedictorian And Salutatorian Announced
submitted by JILL STOUT The faculty and staff of Northampton Area High School are pleased to announce the selection of Mr. Michael Kistler, Jr. as Valedictorian and Ms. Gabrielle Demchak as Salutatorian of the Class of 2019. They rank first and second in their graduating class. Michael Kistler, Valedictorian, is the son of Natalie and Michael Kistler, Sr. of Walnutport. Michael plans to attend the University of Pennsylvania this fall, and he intends to major in BioengiContinued on page 8
Today we start a seven column series on the history and heritage of one of our neighboring communities, the Borough of Bath. This historic community traces their roots back to 1737, making Bath one of the oldest communities in the Lehigh Valley. My friend Larry Oberly, camera in hand, and this writer, visited the new Bath Museum and borough to research the borough’s history. In this first column we share a few scenes from the newly
rededicated museum. The museum was created by the Bath Historical Society and a group of dedicated volunteers. In two weeks: Cradle of history
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submitted by CHRIS HOENSCHEID A Moore Elementary School student ranked second place in the Elementary School Division for the Pennsylvania Council on Literacy’s Spring 2019 Stock Market Challenge competition. Moore Elementary School’s Colette Ferriere started with $100,000 on February 11 and ended the 10-week game with $113,036.90. She worked under the guidance of teacher Christopher Hoenscheid. The Pennsylvania Council on Financial Literacy (PennCFL) is best known for their stock market competitions that offer players in grades 3-12 the opportunity to manage a hypothetical $100,000 portfolio by investing in stocks chosen from the USA markets: American, New York and NASDAQ exchanges. The competition teaches students about investing and encourages financial literacy through hands-on activities in the classroom. PennCFL’s mission is to provide Pennsylvania’s K-12 students with economic, personal finance, and entrepreneurship skills that elevate their standard of living, quality of life, and professional success. PennCFL sponsors financial games and programs with the participation of over ten thousand students, in 45 counties in the state. Also, they offer entrepreneurship conferences and competitions with partnering colleges and universities. Teachers are offered free training and support. For additional information, please contact Alan Dakey President at alan.penncfl@gmail.com or call 717-512-2665 or Carolyn Shirk, Vice President at carolyn. penncfl@gmail.com or call 570975-5149.
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Moore Township Democrats- Alternate summer plans. Junehistoric tour. July-off. August-Community Days. Watch for details via email and Facebook. Moore Township Historical Commission- Monthly meeting at 7 p.m., last Wednesday of the month at Moore Twp. Municipal Building, public is welcome. Governor Wolf Historical Society Monthly Meeting- 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month except August on the GWHS campus, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath. Public welcome. For information, govwolf.org. Governor Wolf Historical Society Museum- 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath: Open to the public 1-3 p.m. the third Saturday of the month, with tours of the society’s campus offered. For information, govwolf.org. Moore Township Association for Families in Need- Monthly meeting second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. Meet at Covenant United Methodist Church. No meetings in June, July or August. United States Submarine Veterans Lehigh Valley Base Monthly Meeting- Held every third Sunday at 2 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Church, 510 Union Street, Allentown. Atlas Cement Memorial Museum- Open the second and fourth Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. May through September. Located at 1411 Laubach Ave., Northampton. Partners For A New Beginning Support Group Meetings- First and third Thursday of every month, 7 to 8 p.m., St. John’s Lutheran Church, Nazareth. Bath Museum- Open third Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 121 S. Walnut St., Bath. Volunteers welcome. See you June 15. Cheers on Chestnut- Thursday, May 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. on S. Chestnut Street, Bath. A tribute to the late artist Brenda Faye Zellner. Live music by Trick Stacy and friends. Silent auction of Zellner’s paintings to benefit the Gov. Wolf Historical Society and Last Chance Ranch. Northampton County Memorial Day Festival- May 25 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Louise Moore Park, 151 Country Club Rd., Easton. Live music, demonstrations, food, crafters, vendors and non-profits. 4th Annual Food Truck Festival- Saturday, June 1 from noon to 6 p.m. on Belvidere Street in Nazareth. Paw Prints on the Canal- Sunday, June 2 from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Canal Street, Northampton. 41st Annual Arts and Crafts Festival- Saturday, June 8 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Moravian Historical Society. Sacred Heart of Jesus Church Annual Picnic- July 12, 13 and 14 at church picnic grounds on Northampton St., Bath.
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Sermonette More than a Hero by Frank Homme
A film (movie) comes out about a true story about a veteran in a war and people don’t come out to see it. But just as soon as a film comes out about Wonder Woman, Superman or Star Wars, the people go but not to see real people, and can’t wait until the next episode comes out. Last year they had “The Last Jedi.” People continue to analyze the remarkable success of these films dating back to 1977. Frank Pallotta, media, reported for CNN money, said Star Wars connects with many who long for a new hope and a force of good at a time when the world needs heroes. We know of another person who people put aside- and don’t go to church. When Jesus was born, many were longing for their promised Messiah. Many anticipated a hero to deliver them Romans army, but Jesus did not come as a political or a military hero. Instead, He came as a baby to the town of Bethlehem. As a result, many missed who He Continued on page 16
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GAB OVER by Pete THE FENCE G. Ossip The day after I wrote last week’s letter, the weather cleared and the sun came out. Not only that, the temperatures climbed into the mid- and high 80’s. We’ll take that any day. . . .I told you about the new sidewalks in front of the municipal building. Well, it continued across the street in front of the hoagie restaurant. Since then, Washington Street has been getting a re-surface, and as I understand it, recycled asphalt is being used, saving the borough $300,000 as they tackle that street, with Penn Street next
on the docket. They also worked on Center Street this week. Hats off to Town Council for getting that work done, and at a savings! . . . . Signs are up, newspaper ads placed, and commercials are on TV as the primary election was held in our cities, boroughs and townships this Tuesday. The Mayor of Philadelphia must think he’s threatened because of all he’s in commercials. But he’s a Democrat and Philly is all of that party. No sweat! . . . .The Phillies are on their road trip, a tough one, as they face the Chicago Cubs and the Milwaukee Brewers. And then they host the St. Louis Cardinals before heading out west to take on those Los Angeles Dodgers. If they hit like they did with Denver, they’ll be all right. . . .Bath’s Farmers’ Market opened
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last Friday for the summer season down at Keystone Park. . . . The annual Community Days in town will be sponsored by the Bath Firefighters down at Ciff Cowling Field, including a carnival, with rides and entertainment every night from June 12th to 15th. But no bingo by the Bath Lions. Let’s all patronize them and have a good time. The firefighters do a lot for us. It’s the least we can do for them. . . .I guess it’s carnival season time as the weather gets hotter. They’re starting earlier over in Northampton, May 30th. . . .And up in Lehigh Township, Lorah’s Farm has their truck drag this Friday and their famous tractor pulls on Saturday. Yep, there are more and more things to do outside as the weather gets better. . . .If you want to see something on the inside, go and visit the Siegfried Railroad Station in Northampton or the Bath Museum when they’re open. They have a lot of history. . .The dart baseball league has their annual awards dinner this Wednesday over at Dryland UCC Church in Newburg. The Lutheran dart players from Bath will be taking home a third place trophy. . . .Gotta go, things to do. Have a great week, and drive safely.
Bath Lions Have Applebees Breakfast; Officers elected
By HOME NEWS STAFF Members of the Bath Lions Club served breakfast at the Applebee’s restaurant on Rt. 248 this past Saturday. It was a fundraiser to serve charitable needs. They thanked the public for making
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it a success. More than a dozen Lions participated in the project. Last Wednesday at their dinner meeting in the Town & Country restaurant in Bath, officers were nominated and elected. Past District Governor Fred Folland of Germansville will officially install them at the June 5 meeting in the My Place Pizza restaurant. They are as follows: Rev. Jay R. Wetzel, past president; Jim Spengler, president; Ken Edgar, 1st vice president; Jay Wetzel, 2nd vice president; Dan Spengler, secretary; Bill Falstich, treasurer; Fi Mirabito, membership chairman; Melissa Grube, LCIF coordinator; Bill Halbfoerster, communications chairman; Jim Spengler, tail twister; Donald Halbfoerster, Lion tamer. Folland will also induct two new members, Daniel Golinski and his wife, Suzanne Golinski. Also at last week’s meeting, Lion Bill Falstich was presented a Key Award by club president Jay Wetzel for bringing in members. The club approved a $100 donation to the Friends of Scouting. Plans are being made for the annual toy raffle on Saturday and Sunday, November 23 and 24 at Christ UCC Church in Bath. Toys will be awarded costing no less than $20. There will be a $500.00 grand prize.
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Submitted by MADELYN KEMP As we remember our heroic dead on Sunday, May 26 and Monday, May 27, please join us at one of the following services. Sunday – May 26 8:15 a.m. – Fairview Cemetery – Cherryville Rd., Northampton (right down from Rita’s) 9 a.m. – St. Peter’s (Snyder’s) UCC Church – Seemsville – Service and Cemetery
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Allison Czapp, Director of Buy Fresh Buy Local and her colleague Ellen Underwood, Outreach Coordinator for the organization, were in attendance and endorse not only the quality of the products offered at the local markets but the convenience and availability of fresh foods during the season. The Bath Farmers’ Market was established in 2008 and is a producer-only market featuring a wide range of foods and goods representing the region. The farmers’ market is now open every Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. through September 27 at Keystone Park in Bath.
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President, as well as a Special Olympic and Youth Wrestling Coach Volunteer. Gabrielle Demchak, Salutatorian, is the daughter of Colleen and Edward J. Demchak of Bath. Gabrielle will be attending Moravian College this fall as a Mathematics/ Secondary Education major. Gabrielle has been involved in a variety of activities during her high school career. She is a member of German Club, Library
Club, DECA, National Honor Society, and Volunteer Club. She participates in Soccer, Basketball, and Softball. Gabrielle also serves as a member of the Bath Firefighters Activities Committee, a Camp Invention Leadership Intern, and a Volunteer Coach with In The Zone and Tri-Boro Soccer. The Class of 2019 is the 118th graduating class of Northampton Area High School and will celebrate its commencement at Stabler Arena on Saturday, June 1 at 4 p.m.
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By KERI LINDENMUTH During the Borough of Northampton Council meeting on Thursday, May 16, council was approached by a resident frustrated by idling trains behind his home.
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Brian King, a resident of the 400 block of Buckingham Drive, said trains have consistently idled on the tracks behind his home for several months. While it sits on the tracks, King said the train blares its horn and revs its engine “over and over and over.” The train, he said, usually idles for about an hour anywhere between 8 p.m. and 4 a.m., waking both him and his family from their sleep. “This is not a train yard,” he told council. “What effects does vibration have on [a] home [or] land?” King pondered aloud. He added that the train blocks the intersection, preventing emergency vehicles from coming through. He also said he does not know what is being carried by the train cars, which could be hazardous. He asked for a “resolution to eliminate the nuisance.” Council thanked King for bringing the issue to their attention. However, solicitor Steven Goudsouzian admitted that there may not be much council can do considering the zoning of the land. “[It is] an industrial zone,” explained Borough Manager LeRoy Brobst. “We cannot tell them where to operate.” Horwith Trucks and Norfolk Continued on page 9
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Southern operate the trains, according to council. Councilman Anthony Lopsonzski, Sr. said it is likely the trains are carrying sand, grain, and fire suppression materials. Any chemicals would be marked by a numbered placard. “Frankly, [I] do not think we can do anything,” said Goudsouzian. “[However] at least we
know where it is coming from.” Despite this, council said they will look into the issue. In other news, an update on rental inspections was given. So far, 812 rental properties (about 65 percent) have been registered and 143 have been inspected. Brobst said the 35 percent of property owners who have not responded to two inspection requests is what worries him. He said the borough is ready to “play hardball.”
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Obituaries Jeremy S. Bender
Jeremy S. Bender, 42, of Nazareth, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2019, while surrounded
auto mechanics. During the past 15 years, Jeremy worked as a driver and mechanic for LaBarre Towing, and previously worked for George’s Towing. He enjoyed playing Texas Holdem at the Jacksonian Club, where he was a member, and riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Jeremy will be deeply missed by his loving family and many caring friends. Survivors: In addition to his loving wife, Heather, he survived by a daughter, Harley Marie Bender, of Moore Township; sisters, Emily Jo Henning and her significant other, Edward Dempsey, of Bangor, Jennifer Bender, of Germany, Angela Bender and her fiancé, Mark Biechy, of Moore Township, and Catherine Acklen, of Allentown; nieces, Angeline, Ashleigh, and Lorena; nephews, Jax, Alexander, and Markus; aunts and uncles; cousins; parents-in-law, Herman and Karen (Lesher) Petersen, of Nazareth; and sister-in-law, Nina Campanaro and her husband, Randy, of Pen Argyl. Jeremy was also preceded in death by his brother, Jonathan A. Bender, in 2016. Services: A Funeral Ser-
by family at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Lower Saucon Township. He was the husband of Heather L. (Petersen) Bender. They would have celebrated their 11th wedding anniversary on August 30. Born in Fountain Hill on March 31, 1977, he was a son of the late Barry J. and Mary E. (LaBarre) Bender, and stepson of the late Elaine M. (Roth) Bender. He attended Nazareth High School and C.I.T. where he earned a certificate in
vice was held on Wednesday, May 22, 2019, at 6 p.m. in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Inc., 2165 Community Drive, Route 946, Village of Moorestown – Bath, PA 18014. Friends and relatives were invited to call on Wednesday afternoon from 4 to 6 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will be private. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be offered in memory of Jeremy to his family in care of the funeral home.
Joseph Lotti
Joseph Lotti, 86, of Danielsville, was stricken at home and passed away suddenly at Lehigh Valley Hospital – Muhlenberg on Sunday, May 19, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Jean M.E. (Muffley) Lotti. They would have celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on June 19. Born in Northampton, on Sept. 15, 1932,
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he was a son of the late Sergio L. Sr. and Cleo (Grande) Lotti. For more than 20 years, Joseph was a heavy equipment operator at J.H. Beers Construction, Wind Gap, before retiring in 1997. Gardening, hunting and fishing, were among his favorite pastimes. Survivors: In addition to his loving wife, Jean, he is survived by his son, Donald Lotti and his wife, Debra, of Bath; daughter, Susan Marcks and her husband, Daniel, of Northampton; five grandchildren, Chris, Adam, Daniel, Steven, and Curtis; ten great-grandchildren; brother, Alfred Lotti and his wife, Joanne, of Northampton; sister, Amelia Gogle, of Coplay; along with many nieces and nephews. Joseph was preceded in death by five brothers, Sergio Jr., Raymond, David, John, and Angelo Lotti, and three sisters, Delia Carom, Virginia Zmarzley, and Mary Karom. Services: Private and at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements have been entrusted to the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Inc., Village of Moorestown – Bath.
Lillie I. Roberts
Lillie I. Roberts, 95, formerly of Chapman Quarries, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 12, 2019, at Lehigh Valley Hospital – Muhlenberg. She was the wife of the late Clyde M. Roberts, Jr., with whom she shared 58 loving years of marriage prior to his passing in 2005. Born in Chapman Quarries on Jan. 19, 1924, she was a daughter of the late Joseph Sr. and Carrie (Von Steuben) Herd. She was a graduate of Nazareth High School, class of 1942. A member of the International Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union, Lillie was employed by the former Jodi Fashions in Newburg, where she worked as a button sewer for 22 years before retiring. She was a lifelong, active member of Chapman Quarries United Methodist Church and sang on the choir. Lillie was an avid reader, enjoyed needlework, and faithfully corContinued on page 11
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responded with her childhood pen pal in England for over 80 years. Survivors: She is survived by two sons, Keith Roberts and his wife, Rose, of Point Phillips, and Craig Roberts and his wife, Jean, of Bushkill Township; two daughters, Linda Hiester and her husband, Dwight, of Marysville, Washington, and Judith Roberts,
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of Stroudsburg; nine grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; two brothers, Joseph Herd, Jr., of Nazareth, and Robert Herd and his wife, Joanne, of Virginia Beach; nieces and nephews. In addition to her late husband, Clyde, she was predeceased by two sisters, Elizabeth Way Hoffman and Grace Lobb, and a brother, Arthur Herd. Services: Family funeral services and interment were held privately. A
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awake And trees with blossoms swell, He fancies, that with heartfelt sake, She thinks of that day as well.
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PUBLIC NOTICE-LEGAL ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Gloria A. Borda, late of the Borough of Bath, County of Northampton and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased. Letters Testamentary on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons indebted to the estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims against to present them in writing without delay to the Attorney noted below.
Alice A. Rehrig, Manager Lehigh Township, Northampton County (5/16 & 5/23) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Rose J. Filipovits, deceased, late of the Borough of Northampton, 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: Co-Executor: William John Filipovits Co-Executrix: Karin R. Foster c/o Joshua D. Shulman, Esquire SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC 1935 Center Street Northampton, PA 18067 (5/16-5/30) ESTATE NOTICE
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Estate of Marshall M. Miller, late of the Township of Bushkill, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Kevin Mark Miller, Executor of the Estate of Marshall M. Miller. 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
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Sealed proposals will be received online via the PennBid Program by the Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors, Northampton County until 9:00 am. on June 6, 2019, and opened at 9:05 am the same day the following contracts: Contract 1, Approx 95,573 sq. yards Double and Triple seal coat in place on certain roads within Lehigh Twp, Contract 2. West Mountain View Drive Resurfacing, Approx. 16,850 sq. yards, in place. Alternative #1, 9.5 mm Superpave wearing course. This alternative is subject to prevailing wage rates. Alternate #2 Ultra Thin Bonded wearing course. Contractors may bid on one or both alternatives. Only one contractor/alternative will be selected. Bidding documents are available online at no cost at www. PennBid.net Bids will potentially be awarded at the regular scheduled Supervisor Meeting to be held on June 11, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. 10% Bid bond or certified check must accompany the bids. Successful bidder must submit a performance bond equal to 100% of the proposed project. Lehigh Twp reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, or a portion of a bid based upon budgetary constraints.
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Betty L. Pierce, late of the Borough of Nazareth, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters of Administration in the above-named estate have been granted to Alfred S. Pierce, Administrator, c.t.a., of the Estate of Betty L. Pierce. 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 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 (5/16-5/30) ESTATE NOTICE The Estate of SADIE R. SCOTT, deceased, of the Borough of Tatamy, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the above Estate were granted to George C. Scott, Jr., Executor, on May
6, 2019. 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 George C. Scott, Jr., in care of Gregory R. Reed, Attorney-at-Law, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299, Nazareth, PA 18064-0299. (5/16-5/30) BOROUGH OF NORTHAMPTON PUBLIC NOTICE A Reorganizational Meeting of the Northampton Borough Civil Service Commission will take place on Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. in the Conference Room at Borough Hall, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania. The Purpose of the meeting is to elect officers and to have Mayor Thomas D. Reenock swear in the board members. Barry Dorshimer Civil Service Commission (5/23) MEETING NOTICE The May 23, 2019, special meeting of the Lehigh Township Planning Commission, has been rescheduled to Tuesday, June 4, 2019, at 6:00 p.m.in the Municipal Building, 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, Pa, for the purpose of discussing the proposed Lehigh Valley Resort & Spa Plan for 300 Cherryville Road. All meetings are open to the public. Alice A. Rehrig, Manager (5/23) 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 5, 2019 at 6:00 PM. The meeting will be held at the Moore Township Municipal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath PA. 18014. Specific items on the agenda include: 19-ZHB-718 Continued from previous hearing…The applicant(s), Kenneth and Judith Faust, applicant(s) of the property located at 2181 Community Drive, Bath, Moore Twp. Pa 18014 request the following relief: An interpretation and/or variance to allow the use of outdoor self storage units. 19-ZHB-720 The applicant(s), Vicky Woodard, applicant(s) of the property located at 349 Woodline Rd. Nazareth, Moore Twp. Pa 18064 request the following relief: a special exception to conduct a General Home Occupation of a Yoga Studio in the basement of residence. The section(s) of the ordinance cited for this application are as follows: 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# J6-3-1B, contains approximately 1.29 acres and is zoned, Rural Residential (RR). Jason L. Harhart Zoning Officer Moore Township (5/23 & 5/30) LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Borough of Nazareth intends to adopt the following Ordinance at its regularly scheduled monthly meeting to be held on June 3, 2019, at 6:00 P.M., E.D.T., at Nazareth Municipal Building, West Center and Church Streets, Nazareth, Pennsylvania. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 15, “MOTOR VEHICLES”, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF NAZARETH, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA TO ESTAB-
LISH A 25 M.P.H. MAXIMUM SPEED LIMIT ON FOREST DRIVE BETWEEN WEST HIGH STREET AND WEST CENTER STREET. BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Borough of Nazareth, in Borough Council assembled, and it is hereby ordained and enacted by the authority of the same, that Chapter 15, Part 2, Section 201, of the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, is hereby amended to add the following: Street Between Maximum Speed Limit Forest Drive W. Center St. and W. High St. 25 miles per hour Effective Date. The effective date of this Ordinance shall be the date of the Mayor’s approval of this Ordinance. Copies of the complete Ordinance are available at the Borough Office, 134 South Main Street, Nazareth, Pennsylvania. Paul A. Kokolus, Secretary Alfred S. Pierce, Solicitor (5/23) BOROUGH OF NORTHAMPT0N PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Council of Northampton Borough will consider a planning module revision to the Borough Sewage Facilities Plan for the Replacement of Main Pump Station. This project involves the replacement of a pump station located within their Wastewater Treatment Plant Property located at 2 Lerchenmiller Drive, Northampton, PA. A public comment period will extend for 30 days after the date of publication of this notice. The planning module can be reviewed at the Borough office at 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, PA during normal business hours. Written comments should be directed to: Borough Council Northampton Borough 1401 Laubach Avenue Northampton, PA 18067 (5/23) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of MICHAEL S. SNYDER, deceased, late of Walnutport, 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: Melanie Jo-Ann Moore c/o Joshua D. Shulman, Esquire SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC 1935 Center Street Northampton, PA 18067 (5/23-6/6) LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Borough of Nazareth intends to adopt the following Ordinance at its regularly scheduled monthly meeting to be held on June 3, 2019, at 6:00 P.M., E.D.T., at Nazareth Municipal Building, West Center and Church Streets, Nazareth, Pennsylvania. AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF NAZARETH ADOPTING REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE USE OF CONSUMER AND DISPLAY FIREWORKS AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SUCH REGULATIONS WHEREAS, the Borough of Nazareth is a municipality operating under the Borough Code located in Northampton County,
www.HomeNewsPA.com Pennsylvania, and subject to the authority under the Borough Code to make, alter, adopt, modify, repeal, or enforce ordinances, resolutions, rules and regulations, as may be necessary, for the health, safety, morals, general welfare, cleanliness and beauty of the Borough to regulate and address matters of disorderly conduct or the disturbance of the peace within the Borough; and with authority to regulate fireworks or inflammable or dangerous articles; and to impose fines and penalties (which may include partial or total forfeiture) for violation of its rules, regulations or Ordinances. See, §1202, (specifically §1202 subsections (3)(5)(14) and (17)) of the Borough Code, Act 37 of 2014 enacted April 18, 2014 P.L. 432, No. 37); and WHEREAS, pursuant to Act 43 of 2017, enacted and effective as of October 30, 2017 (hereinafter the “Fireworks Act”) the State Legislature has repealed the Fireworks Law of 1939 to create two categories of fireworks: “Consumer Fireworks” which are generally available to public use and larger fireworks identified as “Display Fireworks” subject to reasonable rules and regulations adopted by the municipality as specifically authorized by Section 2406 of the Fireworks Act; and WHEREAS, the Borough, under the aforementioned authority, wishes to regulate both Consumer Fireworks and Display Fireworks as identified under the Fireworks Act, imposing fines and generally, with limited exceptions, following the authority and limitations as set forth in the Fireworks Act. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Borough of Nazareth, in Borough Council assembled, and it is hereby ordained and enacted by the authority of the same, that Chapter 6, of the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, is hereby amended to add the following Part 6 in its entirety: PART 6 Fireworks §601. Definitions. The Borough adopts the definitions of the Fireworks Act with respect to all defined terms found therein, which are incorporated hereby by reference, but sets out herein, for purposes of clarity, the definitions of “Consumer Fireworks” and “Display Fireworks” as follows: A. Consumer Fireworks. Any combustible or explosive composition or any substance or combination of substances which is intended to produce visible or audible effects by combustion, is suitable for use by the public, complies with the construction, performance, composition and labeling requirements promulgated by the Consumer Products Safety Commission in 16 CFR (relating to commercial practices) or any successor regulation and complies with the provisions for “consumer fireworks” as defined in APA 87-1 or any successor standard, the sale, possession and use of which shall be permitted at all times throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The term “consumer fireworks” does not include devices as “ground and hand-held sparkling devices,” “novelties” or “toy caps” in APA 87-1 or any successor standard, the sale, possession and use of which shall be permitted at all times through this Commonwealth. B. Display Fireworks. Large fireworks to be used solely by professional pyrotechnicians and designed primarily to produce visible or audible effects by combustion, deflagration or detonation. The term includes, but is not limited to: (1) salutes that contain more
than two grains or 130 milligrams of explosive materials; (2) aerial shells containing more than 60 grams of pyrotechnic compositions; and (3) other display pieces that exceed the limits of explosive materials for classification as consumer fireworks and are classified as fireworks UN0333, UN0334 or UN0335 under 49 CFR 172.101 (relating to purpose and use of hazardous materials table). §602. Regulation of Consumer Fireworks. A. The Borough adopts the regulations of the Fireworks Act, which are incorporated herein by reference as same apply to Consumer Fireworks, subject to addition and more stringent penalties as noted herein. B. Consumer Fireworks may only be operated by a person of at least eighteen (18) years of age. C. A person of legal age to purchase, possess and use Consumer Fireworks may not intentionally ignite or discharge: (1) Consumer Fireworks on public or private property without the express permission of the Borough or private property owner; (2) Consumer Fireworks or sparkling devices within, or throw Consumer Fireworks or sparkling devices from, a motor vehicle or building; (3) Consumer Fireworks or sparkling devices into or at a motor vehicle or building or at another person; (4) Consumer Fireworks or sparkling devices while the person is under the influence of alcohol, a controlled substance or another drug; and (5) Consumer Fireworks within one hundred fifty (150) feet of an occupied structure. D. It shall be a violation of this Ordinance for any person to ignite or discharge Consumer Fireworks, or for the owner or tenant of real property within the Borough to permit the ignition or discharge of Consumer Fireworks by another person on or from such property, between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. 3. Regulation of Display Fireworks. The Borough adopts the regulations of the Fireworks Act, which are incorporated herein by reference as same apply to Display Fireworks, subject to the additional and more restrictive regulations set forth herein and specifically governing the granting of permits for such use in the Borough: A. A permit shall require the posting of a bond of not less than Fifty Thousand ($50,000.00) Dollars, but may be in a greater amount if determined appropriate by the Borough, or its designee, based upon the recommendations of the Chief of Police, the Fire Department, or Public Works Department - up to a maximum of One Million ($1,000,000.00) Dollars - conditioned for the payment of all damages which may be caused to a person or property by reason of the display and arising from an act of the permittee or an agent, or an employee or a subcontractor of the permittee. B. The permittee shall purchase and maintain general liability insurance per requirements set forth below which policy shall be written for not less than the limits of liability specified by the Borough or that which may be required by law, whichever is greater. Further, the permittee shall also purchase and maintain the appropriate insurance that would respond to claims under the Workers Compensation Acts and other Employee Benefit Acts as it relates to claims for damages because of bodily in-
jury, including death, and other claims for damages (when applicable by law). The Borough, its officers, employees, and volunteers are to be named as “Additional Insured” on a primary, non-contributory basis for both operations and completed operations on the permittee’s commercial general liability policy which the permittee must maintain for the periods of setup, display and clean up. Certificates of Insurance evidencing the requested insurance shall be filed with the Borough at least two (2) weeks prior to the commencement of any Display Fireworks event. Minimum Requirements of Insurance: $ $1,000,000 each occurrence (Bodily Injury and Property Damage) $ $2,000,000 General Aggregate $ $2,000,000 Products/Completed Operations Aggregate $ $1,000,000 Per Person or Organization (Personal and Advertising Injury) must obtain insurance and a Certificate of Insurance C. The permittee must execute an indemnification and hold harmless agreement with respect to the Borough (and any identified parties involved with or sponsoring the Display Fireworks event) in a standard form approved by the Borough Solicitor. D. Permit fees shall be as established by resolution of the Borough Council. E. It shall be a violation of this Ordinance for any person to ignite or discharge Display Fireworks between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. without the express written consent of the Borough or its designee. §604. Police Enforcement. The Borough Police shall be responsible for enforcement of this Ordinance pursuant to §1121(b) of the Borough Code. §605. Penalties. Any person who violates any provision of this Ordinance commits a summary offense, and upon conviction shall be subject to the following penalties : A. First violation - A fine of not less than $50.00 nor more than $100.00; B. Second violation - A fine of not less than $100.00 nor more than $300.00; and C. Third violation - A fine of not less than $500.00 nor more than $1,000.00, or thirty days in prison, or both. §606. Conflicts with statutory provisions. In all matters that are regulated by the law of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania by regulations or regulated by departments or an agency of the Commonwealth promulgated by authority of law, such law or regulations, or other Ordinance of the Borough, as the case may be, shall control where the requirements thereof are the same or in excess of the provisions of this Ordinance. This Ordinance controls in all circumstances where the state requirements or the requirements of other Ordinance of the Borough are not as strict as those contained in this Ordinance. §607. Severability. If any portion of the Ordinance shall be determined to be unconstitutional, illegal or unenforceable, then the portion, and only that portion of this Ordinance, which is deemed to be unconstitutional, illegal or unenforceable, shall be severed from the remainder of this Ordinance and all other terms thereof shall remain in full force and effect. §608. Effective Date. The effective date of this Ordinance shall be the date of the Mayor’s approval of this Ordinance.
Copies of the complete Ordinance are available at the Borough Office, 134 South Main Street, Nazareth, Pennsylvania. Paul A. Kokolus, Secretary Alfred S. Pierce, Solicitor (5/23) LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Borough of Nazareth intends to adopt the following Ordinance at its regularly scheduled monthly meeting to be held on June 3, 2019, at 6:00 P.M., E.D.T., at Nazareth Municipal Building, West Center and Church Streets, Nazareth, Pennsylvania. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 21, “STREETS AND SIDEWALKS”, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF NAZARETH, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA TO PROVIDE REGULATIONS FOR STREET EXCAVATIONS AND RESTORATION. BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Borough of Nazareth, in Borough Council assembled, and it is hereby ordained and enacted by the authority of the same, that Chapter 21, Part 1, of the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: Part 1 Excavations in Streets §101. Permit Required; Definitions. A. No opening or excavation in any street of the Borough of Nazareth may be conducted without a permit being first obtained from the Borough. B. Definitions. As used in this Part, the following terms shall have meanings stated: 1. Borough Representative shall mean any firm or individual designated by the Borough to manage, supervise and inspect street openings or excavations and restorations as set forth in this Part; generally, the Borough Superintendent of Public Works or the Borough Engineer, or their respective designees. 2. Person shall mean any natural person, partnership, firm, corporation, or similar entity. 3. Street shall mean any ordained public street, avenue, road, alley, highway or other public place located in the Borough and established for the use of vehicles. §102. Permit Details. A. The only exceptions to the permit requirement shall be the following: 1. Private Streets (or Rightof-Way). Openings or excavations in a private street or rightof-way; however, if the opening or excavation is not being constructed by the owner of the private street or right-of-way, or their agent, then written authorization shall be obtained from said owner. 2. State Routes. Openings or excavations in a state route; however, any openings or excavations in a state route shall be subject to authorization by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. 3. Land Development. Openings or excavations that are part of a land development plan duly approved by the Borough of Nazareth. 4. Emergency. In the event of an emergency, a permit application must be submitted to the Borough within 15 calendar days after the start of any work. Documentation must be provided to describe and substantiate the emergency. The Per-
son conducting the emergency street excavation is still subject to all other requirements of this Part including, but not limited to, backfilling and surface restoration and all applicable fees. B. Applications for permits shall be submitted to the Borough Administrative Office, in writing, using a blank form furnished for that purpose by the Borough and shall contain the following minimum information: 1. the purpose for which the street is to be opened or excavated; 2. the specific location of the proposed work; 3. the estimated dimensions and area of the proposed opening or excavation; and 4. the dates when the proposed work will occur (if a permit is issued, any subsequent changes to the work dates listed on the permit application must be approved in advance by the Borough Representative). C. Permit Fees. Permit Fees shall be as established by resolution of Borough Council and may include, but shall not be limited to, the following: application fee, inspection fee, and degradation fee. All permit applicants shall submit payment of the applicable Permit Fees to the Borough Administrative Office. The Borough will not issue a permit until all Permit fees are paid. The application fee portion of the Permit Fees shall be nonrefundable. D. Issuance of Permit; Denial; Appeal. 1. Upon receipt of a permit application it shall be reviewed by the Borough Representative. Within 30 days after receipt of a permit application, the Borough Representative shall approve the application and issue a permit, provided the proposed construction conforms with the laws of the Borough. If the proposed construction does not conform with the laws of the Borough, or if upon reasonable investigation and knowledge of fact the Borough Representative determines that the proposed construction would constitute a traffic hazard or pedestrian hazard, the application shall be denied by written notice, setting forth the reasons for denial. Notice of the denial shall be sent to the applicant by certified mail. 2. Upon receipt of notice denying the issuance of a permit, any property owner or person adversely affected, may appeal the Borough Representative’s decision within 30 days by written application to the Borough Council through its Public Works Committee. The Committee shall make inquiry into the causes for denial, shall afford all parties an opportunity to be heard and shall subpoena witnesses and administer oaths. Said hearing shall be held not later than 30 days after the receipt of the application of appeal. The Committee’s written decision shall be rendered not later than 30 days thereafter, which decision shall be final. Any person aggrieved by the decision of the Committee shall have the right of appeal to the Court of Common Pleas of Northampton County, Pennsylvania. §103. Responsibility of Permit Holder. The person to whom a permit is issued (“Permittee”) shall assume all responsibility for any opening or excavation made and for backfilling or restoring the same, and for all damages that may arise by reason of the opening or excavation and backfilling or restoration of same. §104. Street Excavation. A. The Permittee shall be solely responsible for the excavation and complete restoration of any street opening or excavation as required by this Part and all other applicable Borough Codes or Regulations. B. The Permittee shall con-
tact the Borough Representative prior to the start of any excavation work. The Borough Representative shall generally supervise the excavation work to ensure the Permittee is in compliance with this Part and all other applicable Borough Codes or Regulations. C. The Permittee shall be solely responsible for Act 287 (“PA One-Call”) compliance prior to excavation. D. All excess excavated material shall be promptly removed from the excavation site by the Permittee. E. No opening or excavation in any travel lane shall extend a distance greater than one (1) foot beyond the centerline of the street before being refilled and restored in accordance with Section 106. §105. Limitation of Excavation of New Pavement; Degradation Fee. New paving shall not be opened or excavated for a period of five (5) years after the completion thereof, except in case of emergency. If a Permit Applicant seeks to excavate or open a street within five (5) years after completion of the new paving for any other reason than an emergency, the application, in addition to the permit fees required in Section 102(C), except as stated in subsection 106(D)(3) below, shall be subject to a Degradation Fee as shall be as established, from time to time, by resolution of Borough Council. §106. Backfilling and Surface Restoration. A. No restoration work, including backfilling and surface restoration, shall commence without the Permittee first notifying the Borough Representative. All backfilling and surface restoration shall be made subject to inspection and final approval by the Borough Representative or his designee. B. Prior to final restoration, all surface edges of the excavated opening shall be cut with a concrete saw or similar device to provide straight edges/lines for proper restoration. C. Trench Restoration and Backfilling. Trench restoration and backfilling of excavations shall be completed by the Permittee as follows: 1. After an initial base layer of screenings over any pipe or valve that may be present, trenches or excavations shall be backfilled in 8” lifts with compacted Type 2A aggregate to within three (3) inches of the street surface. No macadam, concrete or bituminous pieces shall be used for backfill. At the street surface, trenches or excavations shall be filled with three (3) inches of temporary bituminous patch material (25mm Superpave or as otherwise approved by the Borough Representative). 2. After ninety (90) days, as determined by the Borough Representative, the Permittee shall remove the temporary bituminous patch and the necessary stone to six and one-half (6.5) inches below the existing street surface. The Permittee shall place five (5) inches of bituminous concrete base course and one and one-half (1.5) inches of ID-2 bituminous concrete. All edges of the trenches shall be sealed with PG64-22 asphalt. D. Pavement Surfacing Restoration. Pavement surface restoration shall be completed by the Permittee as the following conditions occur: 1. When a longitudinal opening of fifty (50) feet or longer has been made in the pavement, the Permittee shall mill and overlay the full travel lane in which the opening was made from a point ten (10) feet prior to the opening and a point ten (10) feet beyond the opposite edge
May 23-29, 2019 13 of the opening. A one and onehalf (1.5) inch mill and overlay with 9.5 mm Superpave will be required. 2. When two or more transverse openings within one hundred (100) feet of each other have been made in the pavement, the Permittee shall mill and overlay the full travel lane in which the openings were made the full distance between a point ten (10) feet prior to the first opening and a point ten (10) feet beyond the opposite edge of the final opening. A one and one-half (1.5) inch mill and overlay with 9.5 mm Superpave will be required. 3. When a longitudinal opening of fifty 50 feet or longer or when two or more transverse openings within one hundred (100) feet of each other are made in a street that was resurfaced within the previous five (5) years, the Permittee shall mill and overlay the full travel lane of the street for the entire block (the distance between intersecting streets). A one and one-half (1.5) inch mill and overlay with 9.5 mm Superpave will be required. A Degradation Fee, as established in Section 105 above, shall not apply, or shall be refunded if previously collected, if the Permittee completes resurfacing as detailed in this subsection 106(D)(3). E. In the event an overlay is required, Permittee’s overlay work shall include, but not be limited to, full width milling or gutter milling along curbs (as approved by the Borough), milling for paving notches, the placement of tack coat, sealing all joints and replacing pavement markings. Lids on all utilities shall be raised to the finish grade. F. Surface restoration shall be completed with “like materials” i.e. if the surface of the excavated street consists of cement and bituminous concrete, the surface restoration shall be completed with cement and bituminous concrete. G. All work shall be performed in accordance with the most current version of Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Form 408 standards. §107. Tunneling-Missile Restricted. Except for missiles of 2.5” or less, no part of a trench or excavation shall be tunneled, missiled or undermined so as to leave the surface undisturbed without the express approval of the Borough Representative. The backfilling and restoration of any such work shall be completed only in the presence of the Borough Representative. §108. Protective Measures; Road Closure Restrictions. A. The Permittee shall be responsible to ensure that any openings or excavations made in the streets are adequately protected. All traffic control devices, including barricades, traffic cones, signage, flaggers and any other temporary devices, shall be provided by the Permittee through the duration of the work. Traffic controls shall be provided in accordance with the following standards: 1. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Publication No. 213, “Temporary Traffic Control Guidelines.” 2. Supplemental instructions given by the Borough. B. If road closures are anticipated during the excavation, backfilling or restoration work, the Permittee shall notify the Borough Representative and the appropriate Northampton County authorities (so emergency services are notified) in advance of any such closure. C.
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Public NoticeLegal Continued from page 13 cally authorized in advance by the Borough Representative, all closed or partially closed streets shall be fully reopened to traffic at the end of each workday. The use of steel plates as temporary covers for openings or excavations is permitted. Bituminous material must be installed as a transition between the existing paved surface and the steel plate. D. Days and Hours for Work. Except in the case of an emergency, all work related to excavations or openings shall be restricted to certain days and hours, as follows: 1. Weekdays (Monday through Friday), beginning at 7:00 a.m. and concluding no later than 5:00 p.m. each day.
Regulations. §110. Repealer. Any Ordinance or part of an Ordinance conflicting with the provisions of this Part shall be and is hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict. Except only as amended, modified and changed by this ordinance, the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Nazareth as codified and amended shall remain in all other respects in full force and effect. §111. Effective. The effective date of this Ordinance shall be the date of the Mayor’s approval of this Ordinance. Copies of the complete Ordinance are available at the Borough Office, 134 South Main Street, Nazareth, Pennsylvania. Paul A. Kokolus, Secretary Alfred S. Pierce, Solicitor (5/23)
2. Saturdays, only when authorized in advance by the Borough Representative, beginning at 8:00 a.m. and concluding no later than 5:00 p.m. each day. 3. Work is prohibited on Sundays and on any legal holidays recognized by the Borough. §109. Penalties; Abatement. A. Any person who violates any provision of this Part shall, upon conviction in a summary proceeding before a District Magistrate, be sentenced to pay a fine not exceeding one thousand dollars ($1000.00) and costs of prosecution and, in default of payment thereof, shall be subject to imprisonment for a term not to exceed thirty (30) days. Each day that a violation of this Part continues shall constitute a separate offense. B. In addition to the above penalty, the Borough may proceed in manner and form provided by law to abate as a public nuisance any construction or proposed construction in violation of this Part or other applicable Borough Codes or
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Alexa Nunamaker of Nazareth received Lehigh University's Leonard P. Pool Memorial Prize in Spring 2019
Submitted by LAUREN WEAVER The Leonard P. Pool Memorial Prize recognizes rising juniors and rising seniors who exhibit entrepreneurial talents such as operating a business while attending classes at Lehigh University. Winners are chosen based on their "entrepreneurial spirit." Among the winners is Alexa Nunamaker of Nazareth. The award was an-
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ESU graduated 1,187 students At three Commencement Exercises
Submitted by ELIZABETH RICHARDSON A total of 1,187 students received degrees from East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania at separate commencement exercises for undergraduate and graduate students on May 10 and May 11. ESU held three graduation ceremonies: one for graduate students on Friday, May 10 at 6:45 p.m. and two ceremonies for undergraduate students on Saturday, May 11. The undergraduate ceremonies took place at 8:45 a.m. (College of Arts and Sciences and College of Education) and at 1:15 p.m. (College of Business and Management and College of Health Sciences). All three ceremonies were held in Koehler Fieldhouse. A total of 995 bachelor's degrees, 188 master's degrees and four doctoral degrees were awarded. Levi Atkinson of Bath will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. Mikaela Barthol of Northampton will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Digital Media Technologies. Rebecca Bohard of Nazareth will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management. Darian Cruz of Northampton will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences & Disorders. Continued on page 15
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submitted by KRIS PORTER Holy Family School had three winners of the regional essay contest held by the Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court Easton 358. From left to right, the winners were: eighth-graders Nick Dang, third place; Cara Magliochetti, second place; and Graceann Mattair, first place. Mattair went on to win second place at the state competition.
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The theme of the essay was "Here I am Lord, I come to do your will." Also pictured are, from left to right, Christine Bruce, Holy Family School principal; Sheila Gualano, chairman of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas in Easton; Mary Strucko; and Eileen Yanno, both members of the organization. The Daughters are a branch of the Knights of Columbus.
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Cole Davis of Nazareth will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies. Lorrie Day of Northampton will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Taylor Fenstermacher of Bath will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Victor Gaeta of Nazareth will graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Shannon Knipe of Bath will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Special Education (PK8)/Early Childhood. Roger Lashley of Nazareth will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Social Work. Giovanni Lombardo of Northampton will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training. Alicia Lowry of Nazareth will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in English. Makenna Marhefka of Northampton will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences & Disorders. John Nemeth IV of Nazareth will graduate with a Master of Science in Exercise Science. Kaitlyn Omick of Nazareth will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Devin Presby of Nazareth will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences & Disorders. Jennifer Reznick of Northampton will graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in English. Nathan Rubio of Nazareth will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. Jordyn Sales of Nazareth will graduate with a Master of Science in Communication Sciences & Disorders. Ashley Schell of Danielsville will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Special Education (PK-8)/Elementary Middle. Zane Sebesta of Northampton will graduate with a Master of Science in Athletic Training. Eleni Sfiridis of Nazareth will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences & Disorders. Jacquelyn Smith of Nazareth
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Submitted by KERI LINDENMUTH From May 17 until May 19, the Holy Family School Players performed their production of Pippi Longstocking. Students from kindergarten through eighth grade brought the classic children’s tale to life with colorful costumes and upbeat musical numbers, several of which were written especially for this production by Liz Pensack.
Seventh grade student Kayleigh Lauten played the adventurous and kindhearted Pippi, left to her own devices after her mother dies and her father is lost at sea. In her red wig and bright clothing, she cartwheeled across the stage and brought plenty of laughs to the audience with her energetic antics. Her love for fun quickly wins her the admiration of the neighborhood children, Isabella (Kristen
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directed Holy Family School productions for over 15 years. Tanzos chose the tale of Pippi Longstocking because the “adventurous and kind hearted character was exactly what I needed to help me navigate the journey ahead of me.” However, Tanzos acknowledges that she did not have to go through the journey alone. “It takes a lot of hard work and passionate people to make the drama program what it is today,” she said. Choreographers, musicians, lyricists, and parent volunteers helped make the show a success, putting together new music, costumes, and a set that included a large pirate ship. Like the characters in the play, it took an entire village of people working together, learning, and growing, to bring the goals and dreams to life.
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was. The apostle John wrote, “He came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive him”. (John 1:11). More than a hero, He came as a savior. He was born to bring God’s light into the darkness and to give His life so that everyone who receives Him could be forgiven and freed from the power of sin (Rom. 8:28). John called Him “the one only Son, who came from the father, full of grace and truth” (John 1:14). “To all who receive Him, to those who believed in His name, he gave the right to become children of
www.HomeNewsPA.com God” (John 1:12). Indeed, Jesus is the one true God hope the world needs. Jesus, is our hero – he died on the cross for our sins (Genesis 49-50). Saul describes the truth of Jesus’s life, death and resurrection a treasure carried about in the frail humanity of God’s people. That treasure enables those who trust in Him to bear up under unthinkable adversity and continue in their service. Paul encourages us all not to “lose heart” (Corinthians) because God strengthens us to His work. Paul wrote, suffering produces perseverance; perseverance chanter, and chanter, hope. God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has given to us (Rom. 5;3-5). In a world that may often disappoint us, how good it is to know that God gives hope. A child; I (veteran) was deployed to Iraq. I broke the news to my eight-year-old son. I am going to be away for a long time. I said, “I’m going to Iraq.” “Why?” he said. “Don’t you know there’s a war going on over there?” It’s a year since my wife passed away; I suffered aching pain. Trusting that even when I don’t understand, the life He’s already given useven in its pain-is still beautiful and good (Psalm 6-8). And we can surrender to His loving arms that tenderly carry us through our pain into a peace and joy that death can never quench (Psalm v11). Without His comfort, we could not endure our sorrows in time of death, sorrow, and disappointment (John 14:16-18). Thought for the day: I am assured of God’s love, even in the most difficult circumstances.
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