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Crossing the Rainbow Bridge: Bath Borough holds pet Remembrance dedication Ceremony at Paw Park
By SAVANNAH BROWN
On Wednesday, Nov. 20, Bath Borough held a dedication ceremony at Paw Park for the new pet remembrance that Gage Landis built as part of his Eagle Scout Project.
In a poignant tribute to the pets who have left pawprints on their owners' hearts, the pet remembrance site, which sits between Paw Park’s fenced-in dog park areas, was unveiled in the borough.
This new addition to the community of-
fers a beautiful reminder that the love of a pet leaves an indelible mark, creating a legacy that lasts forever. Moreover, the remembrance creates a place where members of the community can come to commemorate, honor and celebrate the memories of beloved pets that have passed on.
“The pet remembrance, which features a beautifully crafted wooden Rainbow
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‘Saint Nick of Bethlehem’: An inspirational story of Love beyond loss
By SAVANNAH BROWN
Bethlehem native and local fan-favorite Daniel Roebuck has done it again! This time, Roebuck’s heartfelt holiday film “Saint Nick of Bethlehem” premiered with two sold-out shows at Northampton’s Roxy Theatre on Sunday, Nov. 17, marking his fourth locally filmed movie.
Movie-goers were excited to experience the magic of Christmas as they lined Main Street, decked out in festive outfits and accessories. While awaiting their entrance to the theater, attendees also had the opportunity to meet Curly Star, a four-yearold reindeer from Spruce Ridge Reindeer who posed for pictures with guests.
“Saint Nick of Bethlehem” was cowritten, co-directed and co-produced by Roebuck and Spencer Folmar, and is based on a true story that is sure to tug at your heartstrings.
Nine years ago, Folmar met Philips-
burg, Pa. resident Allen Smith, whose story inspired Folmar to begin writing the screenplay for the festive feature.
Smith's story began more than a decade ago, following the passing of his uncle. That year, feeling a deep loss and a dwindling sense of holiday spirit, Smith found a way to channel his grief. He bought an inexpensive Santa suit and embraced the role of Santa’s helper, setting the stage for a heartfelt tradition.
Then, tragically in 2019, Smith’s world
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Three men sit with their cars at the Coffee with Cops car show on Oct. 24 in Nazareth Boro Park; photo by Gregory Morgan Photography.
A scene from Roebuck’s film
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was turned upside down yet again when his son Garrett suddenly passed away at the age of 23 from an allergic reaction to a bee sting. The detrimental loss Smith suffered left an enormous hole in his heart that he helped fill by spreading holiday cheer within his community.
While this may have depleted most people’s holiday hope and Christmas spirit, Smith’s loss inspired him to devote even more of his time to visiting the children of Central Pennsylvania as Santa’s helper. In doing so, Smith
says the love he can no longer give or get from his son is now fulfilled through his visits with children in the community because he is able to give them the love in his heart that he can no longer give to Garrett.
Undoubtedly, Smith’s wife, Gina Raymond, has also helped him get through such a difficult time and their fated love story is one that would make even the Grinch smile. Raymond has fully immersed herself in her role as Mrs. Claus and the two attend 30 to 40 events in the six weeks leading up to Christmas, visiting with around 2,000 children from 1 to 92 every holiday season.
Smith and Raymond met in high school and were high
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school sweethearts whose paths unfortunately diverted. Then, a little more than a decade ago, their paths crossed again, ultimately leading to their marriage in 2017.
What’s more, the two share the same birthday, which happens to be Nov. 17, the same night as the premiere. Together, this Christmas couple sparks joy in the hearts of all those they meet as they embody the spirit of Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Filmed over the course of eight days in November 2023 and 13 days in April, “Saint Nick of Bethlehem” is a production of Hard Faith, A Channel of Peace, Magic Bean Entertainment and The Scatter Brothers and was produced by Ben Daniele, Folmar, Roebuck, Tammy Roebuck, and Doug Tschirhart in association with The Marlowe-Pugnetti Company.
For the premiere, Roebuck was dressed as his character, Saint Nick. Notably, both his appearance and his warm, friendly personality made him absolutely perfect for the role.
As the lights dimmed, the film began with an assortment of family Christmas photos and videos of the cast over the years, including several photos and videos of Roebuck with his son Buster.
During the opening scene of the movie, Nick (played by Roebuck) is arguing in a store with his mom, Betty (played by the witty Cathy Moriarty), about how she doesn’t need to buy
any more Christmas decorations since she already has so many at home.
Leaving the store, Nick runs into his high school girlfriend Mary (played by Marsha Dietlein-Bennett), who has moved back to the area after taking a job as a nurse at St. Luke’s. Nick is ecstatic to have run into Mary and gives her his phone number to catch up.
Back at home, Nick’s childhood friend, Reverend Jimbo (played by “the incredibly charming and handsome” jokester Timothy Goodwin), visits Nick and Betty.
Nick excitedly shares the news about running into Mary with his son Scotty. However, as the camera pans, viewers see that Nick is talking to an empty bed. That’s when viewers learn that Scotty passed away at the age of 16.
As Jimbo and Betty exchange concerned glances, Jimbo tells her, “He just needs to find purpose, and then he’ll find peace.”
In the next scene, the audience
meets a young boy named Tucker (played by the talented Elias Kemuel). As he goes to plug in outdoor Christmas lights, he blows the fuse because his extensive decorations overloaded the circuit. Then, Tucker’s mom, Sue (played by the lovely Jennifer Porrata), comes outside while on the phone with Tucker’s dad who is deployed overseas, and Tucker lights up at the chance to talk to his dad. His mom and dad both tell him that they can’t afford any more decorations or the electricity bill that comes with them, which saddens Tucker because in his mind, the decorations are for his dad to see when he comes home.
That same night, Nick cries himself to sleep in Scotty’s bed. Seeing Nick unable to move on from Scotty’s death was a powerful scene that tugged at the audience’s heartstrings. Moreover, the photos and videos of Christ-
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mases with Roebuck and his son Buster throughout the years, allowed the audience to deepen their connection to this scene because it helped visualize Roebuck and his son as Nick and Scotty.
The next morning, Nick gets up early to go for a run and the audience gets a sense that seeing Mary has inspired him to turn the page and start a new chapter with a newfound pep in his step. Although Nick and his brother Charlie (played by the convincing Duane Whitaker) don’t get along, Charlie owns a used-car business and Nick decides he’s going to march down there and ask for a job.
Charlie is reluctant, but he gives Nick the job. Charlie’s only other employee is Sue, who happens to have been one of Nick’s students from when he was a math teacher.
Excited for his new job, Nick tries on a red winter coat at a department store before work the next morning, which suits him well. While wearing his new coat at the dealership, customers begin to notice his resemblance to Santa Claus and his kind, compassionate nature helps him sell a lot of cars, which Charlie is jealous of.
Later that night, Nick and Mary go out to eat together and Nick takes her to a drive-through light show where she tells him she isn’t ready for a relationship yet after a recent divorce. Nick is disappointed when he hears this, but he remains hopeful.
The next day, Nick visits Mary at work to give her kiffles from The Kiffle Kitchen Bakery on his lunch break. As Nick enters St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital, a young patient named Chloe (played by the adorable Kinleigh Johnson) spots him. Thinking that Santa has come to visit her because she has to stay in the
he put up for him. As Nick consoles Tucker, he confides in him about losing Scotty.
hospital throughout Christmas for treatment, her eyes light up.
Nick notices that Chloe thinks he’s Santa and he accepts this role while visiting her and the other children in the hospital.
When Mary sees Nick sitting with all of the children and reading them a story, she can’t help but begin to fall for him and they kiss in the parking lot before he rushes back to work. That night, Nick purchases a Santa suit and uses his paychecks to buy toys for children at the hospital and in the community as he wholeheartedly steps into this role. He then spends his nights visiting children and bringing them presents, which helps him heal from the loss of Scotty.
One day at work, Jimbo arrives to break the news to Sue that her husband was killed overseas. At the funeral, Tucker is devastated at the thought of his father never coming home and never getting to see the lights and decorations
Nick tells Tucker not to do what he did by pretending that his son wasn’t gone because although it hurts to let loved ones go, they should remember how fortunate they were to have known them. And by cherishing those memories, their spirits can remain alive in their hearts. This exchange between Nick and Tucker is a powerful, pivotal scene in the movie because this is the first time the audience hears Nick admit that Scotty is gone.
Seeing the way that all of the characters come together to support one another and heal is sure to bring out the spirit of Christmas in viewers everywhere.
Later, at a Christmas party hosted by the Alliance Fire Company, Tucker and Nick are given heartfelt, invaluable gifts from the community—surprises so meaningful, you’ll have to watch the movie to experience them for yourself.
Dedicated to Garrett Smith, “Saint Nick of Bethlehem” is a feel-good film that you won’t want to miss this holiday season. Visit saintnickfilm.com to watch the movie trailer and find a theater showing near you!
Gina Raymond and Allen Smith
A scene from Roebuck’s film
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Cherryville- Open Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 4131 Lehigh Dr., Cherryville. FMI call 610-767-2977. Lower Nazareth- Open Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 306 Butztown Rd., Bethlehem. FMI call 610-297-3464. Nazareth- Open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 15 S. Wood St., Nazareth. FMI call 610-759-8255. Northampton- Open Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 902 Lincoln Ave., Northampton. FMI call 610-2624977.
KIDS TOY BINGO!
Sunday, Dec. 15
Doors open 11:30 a.m. Bingo starts 1 p.m.
Klecknersville Rangers Fire Co. 2718 Mt. View Dr., Bath
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Tickets: $30 at the door
Kitchen open Bring the Kids!
The Crafty Corner
PET EDITION!
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Canvas
Non-toxic green paint, like Crayola washable paint
Paint brush
INSTRUCTIONS
Brush some non-toxic green paint onto your pet’s paw. Press your pet’s paw print onto the canvas three times, forming the base of the tree. Then place two paw prints above those. Then place
one paw print on top. Be sure to wash your pet’s paw clean! Then decorate the tree however you’d like.
Straw/pen for punching a hole
INSTRUCTIONS
Mix together the salt, flour and water in a bowl until it becomes firm. Knead the dough for about 30 seconds and then cut out individual circles with a cup.
Press your pet’s paw into the salt dough and use a straw/pen cap to make a small hole at the top.
Bake at 200 degrees in the oven for two to three hours, or until completely dry.
Once it has cooled completely, decorate to your heart’s desire!
George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Inc.
Lester C. Derhammer
Lester C. Derhammer, 85, of Moore Twp., passed away Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024 at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Ellen (Geiger) Derhammer, and married 62 years. Born April 25, 1939 in Moore Twp., Lester was a son of the late Clyde and Esther (Althouse) Derhammer and a graduate of Northampton High School, Class of 1957.
Lester worked for the former S & L Plastics, Nazareth for 41
years before retiring in 2001. He was drafted and served in the U.S. Army from 1962-1964 as a Gunner, was a lifelong member of Petersville Rod & Gun Club and a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Cherryville.
Lester was devoted to his family. Always jovial and with a smile, a gracious, eager helper, he was always at the ready to all, especially to his large extended family. Lesters's greatest pleasures included hunting, fishing, playing league softball, league bowling, tending to his yard, flea marketing and playing evenings of boisterous card games with those closest to him. He enjoyed assisting his brother, Leon, in selling bait at local fishing contests. Most recently, his fondness for
his daughters' cats provided joy in his later days. He found solace in the beauty of nature, spending time walking the Blue Mountain in the Delps and Smith Gap areas, surrounded by the sights and sounds he cherished.
His love for companionship and camaraderie shone through in every card game, conversation and shared moment, making a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Along with his wife, Ellen, he will be dearly missed by his children, Donna Pague, V. Lynn Lombardozzi, Connie Praetorius (Daniel); grandchildren, Dakota, Lauren, Carson, Alia, Alexis and Sara; brother, Allen Derhammer; along with many nieces and nephews. Lester was predeceased by grandson, Austin Lombardozzi; son-in-law, Brian Pague; four brothers, Ralph, Leon, Gordon and Carl Derhammer; four sisters, Grace Eckert, Gladys Heckman, Lorraine Grider and Gloria Swope.
A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024 in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Inc., 2165 Community Dr., Bath, PA 18014. Friends and relatives are invited to call from 9:30 a.m. on until the time of the service. Interment with military honors will follow at Fairview Cemetery-Moorestown.
Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at bensingfuneralhome.net.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to a local Moore Township community organization, food bank or any charity of ones choosing.
Getting Out!
Bath Area Community Chorus Presents Christmas Treasures- Sunday, Dec. 8 at 4 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 206 E. Main St., Bath. Free will offering benefits Bath Area Food Bank.
Bath Area Food Bank- Distributes food second Tuesday of each month, starting around 9:30 a.m. on lower level of St. John's Lutheran Church in Bath, 206 E. Main St. Please do not arrive prior to 9:30 a.m. due to safety reasons.
Bath Museum- Open third Saturday Jan-Nov. and first Saturday in Dec., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 121 S. Walnut St., Bath. Volunteers needed, call 484-284-0313.
Community Dinner at The Table- First and third Tuesdays of the month at 5:30 p.m. at 1769 Newport Ave., Northampton. All are welcome. Dementia Support Group- Held third Thursday every month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., 2801 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem. Designed for families and caregivers of dementia patients.
East Allen Township Historical Society- Meets third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. East Allen Township Open Space and Farmland Preservation Committee- Meets third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. New committee members welcome.
Gov. Wolf Hist. Society- Tours of historic buildings, grounds and new museum on third Saturday April-Nov. from 1 to 3 p.m. 6600 Jacksonville Rd., Bath.
Helping Homeless Veterans- Weave mats for homeless vets every second and fourth Wednesday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prepping for weaving every first and third Wednesday noon to 3 p.m., Mountain View Wesleyan Church, 1001 Deemer Rd., Bath. Call 610-837-1190 FMI. Leave message.
Horner's Cemetery Historical Society- Tours to celebrate the 296th anniversary founding of the Craig Scotch-Irish Settlement. Meet the residents who helped shape local, county and national history. By appointment only, always free, donations welcomed. Call Peggy at 610-984-4532. Iglesia Pentecostal Church Food Bank- Open to the public every first and third Monday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2459 E. Scenic Dr., Bath. Moore Twp. Assoc. for Families in Need- Meets second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church, 2715 Mountain View Dr., Bath.
Northampton Area Food Bank- Food distribution first three Thursdays from 5 to 7 p.m. and second and third Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m. 1601 Canal St.
Northampton Borough Crime Watch Meeting- Typically held second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Northampton Borough Fire Dept.
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We kindly ask for a $10 donation per home
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Make checks payable to: Bath Volunteer Firefighters Maximum of two gifts per child
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We kindly ask for a $10 donation per home
Make checks payable to: Bath Volunteer Firefighters
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Date: December 14, 2019
Date: December 14, 2019
Maximum of two gifts per child
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Time: 12:00pm until finished
Time: 12:00pm until finished
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We kindly ask for a $10 donation per home
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Gift Drop off Dates Monday, November 4, 11, 18 and 25, from 6:30pm -9:00 pm.
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Borough of Bath holds National Historic District recognition Ceremony
By SAVANNAH BROWN
On Saturday, Nov. 16, Bath Borough held a National Historic District recognition ceremony. Council President Frank Hesch attended the Oct. 11, 2023 Pa. Historic Preservation Board meeting in Harrisburg, where the board decided on whether to award specific areas within the borough with the National Historic District status. After lengthy discussion, the Pennsylvania State Board voted to approve Bath as a historic landmark and to refer their recommendation to the National Park Service for formal consideration.
On Feb. 12, 2024, the National Park Service voted to approve the Borough of Bath as a National Historic District. The official declaration stated that the Bath Crossroads Historic District was
entered into the National Register of Historic Places under provisions of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966.
Borough Manager Bradford T. Flynn then provided a few words on the designation, calling it a “milestone in borough history.”
“This honor shines a spotlight on our borough’s unique legacy as a historic crossroads community—a place where past cultures and stories have intertwined for generations. This recognition is more than a mark of distinction, it is a testament to our borough’s enduring spirit, a celebration of our roots and acknowledgement of the richness that comes from being a place of connection. These crossroads have ... fostered a sense of unity and shared purpose that we continue to honor today,” expressed Flynn.
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Additionally, Flynn reiterated that nothing at the local level concerning zoning or codes is affected by the designation.
Next, Hesch thanked the Bath Community Economic Development Committee for coming up with the idea of showcasing and helping to designate the district with beautiful black and white signs that display National Historic District and include an illustration of the Siegfried Log Cabin, which dates back to circa 1785.
Some of the individuals that Hesch thanked for the instrumental part they played in Bath receiving the designation included Bath Borough Council, Mayor Fiorella Mirabito, the Borough of Bath Historic Preservation Board, the Bath Museum, representatives from the Pa. Historic
Commission and Flynn.
“This project and projects and ideas down the road will help to market and tell others about what Bath has to offer and what makes Bath so special and important. This is an important honor for the Borough of Bath to be recognized on the national level. This is not a gift to one person or a group of people. In our world, this is a gift
to all of you. Be proud of what that has to offer,” said Hesch. Last, Hesch, Flynn, Mirabito and residents in attendance moseyed outside, where Flynn and Mirabito unveiled the official Bath Historic District marker above the street sign at the corner
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Cookies and More + Yard Sale
Large variety of homemade cookies/baked treats. Cookies $12/lb.
Huge Yard Sale New & used • Priced to Sell Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9 am to 2 pm Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 1335 Old Carriage Rd., Northampton Corner of Weaversville & Old Carriage Rds. Kitchen Open
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Bridge and bulletin board, is open to anyone who wishes to visit, reflect and honor their late pets. Community members are encouraged to place photos of the pets they’ve lost on the bulletin board and to fasten their pets’ collars around the railings of the Rain-
bow Bridge. These commemorations will create a place of love and remembrance, showcasing the deep connections between pets and their families,” Councilman James Lisiecki shared.
After losing her five-year-old goldendoodle Logan, borough resident Autumn Masonheimer saw a Rainbow Bridge pet remembrance on TikTok and loved the idea. However, the remembrance was all the way in North Carolina, so she decided to sug-
gest the idea to council.
Council also loved the idea, so when Landis came to them asking if they had any suggestions for his Eagle Scout Project, they proposed the pet remembrance.
The project involved making enhancements to the Borough of Bath Paw Park at Fireman's Field by creating a Pet Remembrance area, including spreading mulch and stone, adding birdhouses and
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Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
Ingredients
4 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash (about 1 large or 2 small squash, or 1 lb., 4 oz)
1 and 1/4 cups vegetable/ chicken broth/stock (option for low sodium or no sodium)
1 and 1/4 cups milk
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound uncooked small/medium pasta shells (or any shape/variety)
1–2 cups roughly chopped kale, stems discarded (optional)
1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Small pinch ground nutmeg
2 cups shredded cheese (Gruyère or sharp white cheddar)
Optional topping: 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
Optional topping: fresh thyme leaves and/or extra freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Combine the squash, broth, milk, and garlic in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and allow to simmer for 20 minutes. (Feel free to start the pasta, next step, during this time.) You want the squash very tender after simmering, so pierce it with a fork to make sure it’s quite soft. Set aside.
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Boil enough water for your pasta (check the package directions). Cook the pasta just until al dente, or when the pasta is still a little firm. Add the kale, if using, and boil for another 1-2 minutes. (If you aren’t using kale, boil the pasta 1-2 minutes past al dente.) Drain the pasta and kale. Set aside. Pour the warm butternut squash mixture (squash + all the liquid) into a blender or food processor. Add the yogurt, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Secure the lid and blend until smooth. Pour into a very large bowl and stir in the cheese until combined. It’s ok if the cheese does not fully melt. Taste the sauce, if you’d like more salt/pepper/nutmeg, add more.
Add the pasta and kale to the sauce and stir until combined. It may seem like a lot of liquid, but the pasta will soak it up. Pour everything into an ungreased 9×13-inch baking pan, 12-inch oven safe skillet, or any 3 to 4 quart baking dish. Top with breadcrumbs and an extra sprinkle of cheese, if desired.
Bake, covered with aluminum foil, for 20 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and bake for another 5 minutes, or until bubbly on the sides.
Remove from the oven and serve with an extra sprinkle of cheese and/or a sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves and/or freshly ground black pepper on top. Cover and store leftovers in the refrigerator for 5 days.
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Engraved and installed within the Memorial Plaza located outside the entrance of the Northampton Area School District Al Erdosy Stadium
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4” X 8” paver - 3 engraved lines with 13 characters per line - $75
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8” x 8” paver - 6 engraved lines with 13 characters per line - $150
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8” x 8” paver - 6 engraved lines with 13 characters per line - $150
Additional information, sample pavers, and “BUY A BRICK PAVER” Application forms available at www konkretefoundation org
Purchasing a brick paver is a wonderful way of honoring someone while supporting the Northampton Area Konkrete Kids Educational Foundation and K-12 students throughout the district
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benches, cleaning existing benches and painted them.
In total, Landis logged over 100 hours, explaining that the process took a while to create the specifications, gather supplies, cut the wood to length and paint, assemble and transport it, not to mention the concrete work needed to position the bulletin board pole.
Ceremony attendees were very impressed with the work that Landis did and how the project turned out.
When the project was completed, Landis included a photo of his old dog that passed away on the bulletin board to commemorate his pup.
Masonheimer also commemorated Logan during the ceremony by placing his collar around one of the bridge’s railings. She hopes the pet remembrance will inspire others to do the same.
“He was my absolute best friend,” said Masonheimer, “I loved the idea and the thought of my boy running around with other cats and dogs makes it a little easier, knowing he’s not by himself.”
During the ceremony, one resident shared, “You don't know how much this means to me. I saw it on Facebook, and I put [my dog’s] photo up there while in tears. I just thought it was the nicest thing anybody could ever do. I've never seen anything like it, especially being in such a small, tight community. I think it’s beautiful.”
Following, Mayor Fiorella Mirabito provided Landis with a certificate of recognition for his dedication, commitment and exemplary work at Paw Park, especially in regard to the Rainbow Bridge and remembrance area.
Mirabito also provided Masonheimer with a certificate of appreciation for coming forward with her idea of the Rainbow Bridge for Paw Park, along with her dedication to community and love of animals.
The pet remembrance at Paw Park will not only provide a place to grieve, but also create a way to celebrate the lives of pets who have made an everlasting impact. It stands as a beautiful reminder that, though they may have crossed the bridge, our pets’ spirits remain forever intertwined with ours.
If community members would like to help donate funds to cover the costs of the project, Landis will be hosting a fundraiser on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at Iron Hill Brewery, located at 950 Lehigh Lifestyle Center, Whitehall. That day, the brewery will donate 20% of your food bill to Boy Scout Troop 43 (excluding alcoholic beverages, gratuity and taxes).
The pet remembrance at Paw Park is now open to the public and is located at 252 N. Chestnut St.
(From left to right) Junior Councilmember Lilah Goldfarb, Borough Manager Bradford T. Flynn, Gage Landis, Council President Frank Hesch, Councilman James Lisiecki, Mayor Fiorella Mirabito, Autumn Masonheimer and Councilwoman Lauren Bullsnake
‘Tis The Season: 2024 Holiday Festivities in Northampton County
By SAVANNAH BROWN TREE LIGHTINGS
Allen Township – Kreidersville Covered Bridge tree lighting on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 4:305:30 p.m., 100 Covered Bridge Road. Special visit from Santa, hot chocolate, homemade baked goods and old-fashioned bonfire. Rain date Sunday, Dec. 15.
Bangor Borough – Saturday, Dec. 7 at. 5 p.m. along with Holiday Artisan Market in historic downtown Bangor on Broadway from 2-6 p.m., featuring artisan vendors, food trucks, music and more.
Bath Borough – Sunday, Dec. 1 at 6 p.m. in Monocacy Creek Park with free horse-drawn carriage rides from 5 to 7 p.m., hot chocolate, cookies and visits from Santa Claus and Elsa.
Bethlehem City – Friday, Nov. 29 from 4:30-6 p.m. at Payrow Plaza, 11 W. Church St.
Bethlehem City – SouthSide Tree Lighting Celebration on Saturday, Nov. 30 from 5-6 p.m. at Bethlehem Greenway between the 324 S. New St. parking deck and the 306 S. New St. building. Free concert by The Beautiful Distortion, cocoa, cookies and cider from Bethlehem’s Roasted & Zest Bar + Grille.
Bethlehem Township – N/A
Bushkill Township – N/A
Catasauqua Borough – Sunday, Dec. 8 at 5 p.m. at Borough Hall, 90 Bridge St. Crafts at 4 p.m., Santa and tree lighting at 5 p.m. and Holy Trinity Choir and Bell Choir from 4-5 p.m.
Chapman Borough – N/A
Cherryville – Saturday, Nov.
30 from 4-6 p.m. hosted by Hope’s Mom Group, 4131 Lehigh Drive.
East Allen Township – Saturday, Dec. 7 from 4-7 p.m. at Bicentennial Park West, 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd. Featuring George the Magician’s bubble show, DJ, crafts, race to taste Curbside Grill and pictures with Santa.
East Bangor Borough – Friday, Dec. 6 at 6:30 p.m. with Santa arriving at 7 p.m. at Blaine Reimel Memorial Park. Featuring hot cocoa, homemade cookies and carols.
East Bangor Borough – Saturday, Dec. 7 at 6:30 p.m. with Santa arriving at 7 p.m. followed by hot chocolate and cookies at the East Bangor Vol. Fire Co., 30 E. Central Ave.
Easton City – South Side Civic Association Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Sunday, Nov. 24 at 5:30 p.m. at the South Side Fire Station, 424 Reynolds St. Easton City – America’s First Christmas Tree Lighting Parade at 6 p.m., Center Square.
Forks Township – Friday, Dec. 6 from 5:30-8 p.m. at the amphitheater, 500 Zucksville Road.
Freemansburg Borough –N/A
Glendon Borough – N/A
Hanover Township Tree
Lighting Extravaganza – Friday, Dec. 6 from 6-8 p.m. at the Hanover Township Community Center, 3660 Jacksonville Road. Featuring horse-drawn carriage rides, visit from Santa, kids’ crafts, food and beverage, choirs, indoor “snowball” fight and more.
Hellertown – Lower Saucon’s Light Up Night on Friday, Nov. 29 from 5-8 p.m. at the Hellertown Historical Society, 570 Durham St. Featuring cash wagon rides, children’s activities, adult beverage bar, food, entertainment on the big screen, pictures with Santa and more.
Lehigh Township – Saturday, Dec. 7 from 5-7 p.m. in Bryfogle Park, 4610 Aspen Drive. Featuring a visit from Santa, games, activities, refreshments and Christmas songs by the Lehigh Township Chorus.
Lower Mount Bethel Township – Saturday, Dec. 7 from 6-7:30 p.m. at 2004 Hutchinson Ave. Featuring photos with Santa, children’s activities, crafts, food, cookies and hot cocoa.
Lower Nazareth Township –Friday, Dec. 6 at 7 p.m. at Newburg Park, 4600 Newburg Road. Santa will arrive by horse-drawn carriage at 7 p.m. with a special gift for each child. Short carriage rides will be available from 7:309 p.m. Performances by Expression of Dance and Lower Nazareth Chorus.
Moore Township – Saturday, Dec. 7 at 6:30 p.m. at the corner of routes 987 and 946. Hosted by Moore Township Lions Club and Lioness-Lions Club. Visit from Santa, hot chocolate and cookies. Nazareth Borough – Friday, Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. in the Circle. North Catasauqua Borough – Sunday, Dec. 1 at 6 p.m. in
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Northampton Borough Police Report
NOVEMBER
8
Fire call in the 100 block of Sycamore Ct. Officers assist the Northampton Fire Department.
Non-reportable accident, W. 21st St. and Canal St. involving one vehicle.
Suspicious person in the unit block of Keglovits Ln. Report of
a suspicious male.
Disturbance in the 2100 block of Washington Ave. Report of a disturbance.
Assist person in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist a male and a female.
NOVEMBER
9
Breakfast with Santa!
Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9 to 11 am
Kid’s breakfast specials • Goodie bags • Balloons by Robin Pictures with Santa Reservations encouraged for parties of 5 or more
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Wires down in the 600 block of E. 10th St. Report of a downed wire.
EMS ambulance assist in the 300 block of Howertown Rd. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.
Disturbance in the 2300 block of Dewey Ave. Report of a disturbance.
EMS ambulance assist in the 1600 block of Main St., and Dewey Ave. and Washington Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transports of males.
Check person/welfare in the 300 block of Howertown Rd., and the 900 block of Main St. Requests to check the welfare of females.
Assist person in the 1700 block of Main St. Officers assist a male.
Assist person in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist a female.
NOVEMBER 10
Check person/welfare in the unit block of E. 4th St. Request to check the welfare of a male.
Civil matter in the 1300 block of Stewart St. Report of a civil issue.
Check person/welfare in the 1300 block of Newport Ave. Request to check the welfare of a female.
Assist person in the 1800 block
of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist a female.
Suspicious act in the 2000 block of Main St. Report of a suspicious act.
Assault in the 1200 block of Main St. Report of an assault.
Check area in the 1700 block of Main St. Request to check the area.
NOVEMBER 11
Warrant service/served in the 1200 block of Main St. Report of a male with a warrant out of the borough, taken into custody and transported to Northampton County Prison.
EMS ambulance assist in the 2400 block of Dewey Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.
Traffic stop, Hollow Ln. and Horwith Dr. A traffic stop was conducted.
Death, attended/unattended in the 1800 block of Main St. Report of an unattended death.
Suspicious act in the 200 block of W. 27th St. Report of a suspicious act.
Assist person in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist a female.
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Northampton Borough
Looks ahead
To new tree Lighting Tradition
By KERI LINDENMUTH
Northampton Borough Council hopes that changes to the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony will open doors for new opportunities and lifelong memories.
It was announced last month that the annual kick-off to the holiday season will be moved from Main Street to the Northampton Recreation Center parking lot on Lerchenmiller Drive. The tree lighting will take place on Sunday, Dec. 1 at 5:30 p.m.
Discussion regarding this move started over a year ago, and the decision was made after carefully considering traffic, safety and future growth.
Council said closing a portion of Lerchenmiller is safer than closing Main Street. There is also a tree on site. Council also hopes the expanded space will support future activities.
“It is going to be a great experience,” said Borough Manager Brian Welsko. “And we’re very excited to have something new, something exciting.”
This year’s tree lighting will still feature a visit from Santa, as well as performances from Good Shepherd Catholic School and the Pennsylvania Classical Ballet Academy. Children can mail letters to the North Pole at Santa’s special mailbox, and special moments will be captured by borough employees with Polaroid cameras.
The fire department will be supplying food, and public works is building Santa’s sleigh for photo opportunities.
Welsko said these activities are a “precursor” to an even larger event planned for next year.
However, council acknowledged that some residents are “distressed” by the changes.
During council’s meeting on Nov. 21, Councilwoman Judith Haldeman asked those who are cautious to give the new event a chance.
“We are sitting at a table of Konkrete Kids,” she said “People who care about the community a great deal…This was not a deliberate attack on Konkrete Kid tradition.”
She asked residents, new and old, to come out on Dec. 1 to see the tree lighting themselves.
“We will all have a lovely time kicking off the holiday season,” she said.
Councilman Ronald Glassic echoed Haldeman’s sentiments.
“It’s a great thing to look for-
ward to,” he said of the tree lighting. “Change is the only constant there is in life,” he added.
Mayor Tony Pristash said a “very nice” holiday display will still be present in the Main Street triangle. The display has been made by the team at Bob’s Flower Shop.
During their meeting, council thanked public works for their help with the borough’s holiday decor for the tree lighting and beyond.
“They always do it with a smile and we appreciate them,” said
Haldeman.
The tree lighting isn’t all that borough residents have to look forward to this holiday season.
Starting Dec. 2, residents and visitors will also benefit from free street parking. Council voted to cover all parking meters until Jan. 2 to encourage holiday shopping downtown.
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Northampton Borough Council hires two police Officers
By KERI LINDENMUTH
During their meeting on Nov. 21, Northampton Borough Council unanimously hired two new police officers.
Officers Marc Sortino and Matthew Jungbaer will join the force on Jan. 6, 2025.
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passed the Civil Service test and interviewed with borough administration and Police Chief Bryan Kadingo. They were warmly welcomed by council.
“Chief Kadingo speaks very highly of the two of you,” Borough Manager Brian Welsko told the officers.
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Civil matter in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Report of a civil issue.
Criminal mischief in the 800 block of Main St. Report of a front window of a residence damaged.
EMS ambulance assist in the 100 block of Held Dr. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.
Disorderly conduct in the 100 block of E. 16th St. Report of disorderly conduct.
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Check person/welfare in the 2000 block of Main St. Request to check the welfare of a male.
Assist person in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist a female.
Civil matter in the 300 block of Anthony Dr. Report of a civil issue.
‘Tis The Season
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North Catasauqua William J. Albert Memorial Park, 701 Grove
St. Pictures with Santa and Mrs.
Claus, cookies and hot cocoa.
Northampton Borough –Sunday, Dec. 1 at 5:30 p.m. at the Recreation Center parking lot, 1 Lerchenmiller Drive. Live performances and a visit from Santa.
Palmer Township – Saturday,
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Pen Argyl Borough – Cookies, Carols and Claus on Friday, Dec. 6 from 6-8 p.m. in Weona Park (North Side – Archer Street entrance) 201 S. Main St.
Plainfield Township – N/A
Portland Borough – Sunday, Dec. 1 from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Portland Railroad Depot, 116 Main St. Featuring Santa, cocoa, cookies and caroling. DMC Duo at 5:30 p.m.
Roseto Borough – N/A
Stockertown Borough – N/A
Tatamy Borough – Sunday, Dec. 1 at 6:30 p.m. at the municipal building, 423 Broad St. Sponsored by the Tatamy Historical Society. Visit with Santa
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and Mrs. Claus, caroling and refreshments at St. Peter’s UCC Church.
Upper Mount Bethel Township – Wednesday, Dec. 4 from 5-6. p.m. at the Mount Bethel Firehouse, 2341 N. Delaware Drive. Hosted by Mount Bethel Church. Featuring carol singing, cookies and hot chocolate.
Upper Nazareth Township –Friday, Nov. 29 at 7 p.m. at the municipal building, 100 Newport Ave. Musical performance by the NAHS Block of Rock group, hot cocoa and visit from Santa. Please bring a non-perishable donation for the Nazareth Food Bank.
Walnutport Borough – Saturday, Dec. 7 at 5 p.m. at 215 Lincoln Ave. Food trucks at 2 p.m. and candy cane hunt at 3 p.m.
Washington Township – N/A
West Easton Borough – N/A
Williams Township – Hosted by the Williams Township Athletic Association on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 5-8 p.m. at the Williams Township Municipal Field, 115 Gaffney Hill Road. Event will include vendors, food trucks, music, Christmas cookie contest, ugly Christmas sweater contest, crafts and games for kids, a s’mores station, Christmas story time, coloring contest, letters to Santa, free cookies and visit from Santa.
Wilson Borough – Friday, Nov. 29 from 6-8 p.m. at Meuser Park, 2255 Northampton St. Tree lighting starts at 7 p.m.
Wind Gap Borough – N/A.
SANTA RUNS/TOYS
Residents must sign up within their respective township/borough to be included in Santa Runs. If you’d like to be included in your local Santa Run, contact the contact information listed below. Not a comprehensive listing of all boroughs/townships in Northampton County.
Allen Township – Hosted by Allen Township Fire Co. No. 1 on Sunday, Dec. 15 starting at noon. Email santa@allentwpfire. com to register. Gift drop off will be Monday, Dec. 9 between 6-8 p.m. Call 610-262-1101 and leave a message or visit the Allen
Township Fire Company No. 1 Facebook page for more information.
Bangor Borough – Santa Express hosted by Rescue Fire Co. on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 5-8 p.m. (rain date Dec. 15) at Bangor Memorial Park. Featuring train rides and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Bath Borough – Hosted by Bath Fire Department on Saturday, Dec. 14 starting at 9:30 a.m. Gift drop offs on Monday, Dec. 2 and Monday, Dec. 9 from 6:30-9 p.m. Call 610-837-6400 and ask for Kara or Jamie for more information or visit Bath Volunteer Fire Department – PA on Facebook.
Bethlehem - Colonial Regional Police Department Toys for Tots. Collection boxes set up at 248 Brodhead Road, Bethlehem. New, unwrapped toys can be dropped off in person Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Bethlehem Township – Hosted by Bethlehem Township Vol. Fire Co. on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you would like your child(ren) to receive a present (that you provide) please email SantaDay@btvfc.org with your name, your children’s names, a Bethlehem Township address and phone number. Deadline to sign up is Friday, Nov. 29. Bushkill Township – Hosted by Bushkill Township Vol. Fire Co. on Saturday, Dec. 14 starting at 8 a.m. Visit bushkilltownshipfireco.com for more information and application. Drop offs on Dec. 2 and 4 from 4-7:30 p.m. and Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. to noon. All applications and gifts are due by 12 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7. Bushkill Township Police Department Toys for Tots –Collection boxes for new and unwrapped toys set up in the lobby of the police department through Monday, Dec. 16, 1114 Bushkill Center Road. Toys can be dropped off any time of the day, but will need to call 610-7592200 after 4 p.m. if no one is at the station.
Catasauqua Borough – 2024 Operation Santa Claus by the Catasauqua Fire Department. Delivery on Sunday, Dec. 15 at 10 a.m. Drop off dates are Sunday, Dec. 8 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 11 from 6-9 p.m. and Friday, Dec. 13 from 6-9 p.m. For more information, visit the Catasauqua Fire Department District 2 Facebook page or call 610-264-2121.
East Bangor Borough – Visits from Santa on Christmas Eve by East Bangor Vol. Fire Co. Call or text 484-903-4556 for more information.
Freemansburg Borough –Hosted by Freemansburg Vol. Fire Co. on Saturday, Dec. 14 starting at 3 p.m. Drop off gifts Dec. 2, 6 and 9 from 6-9 p.m. Visit the Freemansburg Borough Facebook page for more information or email tgetz@freemansburgfire.org with questions.
Freemansburg Borough –Lunch with Santa on Saturday,
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Friday, Dec. 13 at Christ UCC-Little Moore, 913 S. Mink Rd., Danielsville. Doors open 5:30 p.m., bingo starts 7 p.m. Snow date Dec. 15 at 11:30 a.m. $25/25 games, no tickets needed. Admission includes 2 game boards, 22 regular and 3 special games. Additional boards $5/ea. Raffle and 50/50 extra. Limited seating. Kitchen open. (11/28)
MAKE YOUR OWN WREATH/ CEMETERY SPRAY
Sunday, Dec. 8 from noon to 3 p.m. at Salem United Methodist Church, 1067 Blue Mt. Dr., Danielsville. $20 per wreath/ spray. Pre-made also available for purchase. BBQ, soups, cookies, coffee and hot choc. available for purchase. Contact 484-330-0782 with questions or to RSVP. (12/5)
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PUBLIC
NOTICE
Chapman Borough Council at the December 2nd 2024 meeting will adopt Ordinance 20241 “2025 Budget” and 2024-2 “2025 Tax Rates” Anyone interested may view the ordinances by contacting the Borough Secretary at 610-837-0842. (11/21 & 11/28)
LEHIGH TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE
The Lehigh Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 6 p.m. to hear the following appeal. The hearing will be held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA 18088.
THYLER HANTZ
The applicant/occupant of 1036 Riverview Drive, Walnutport, PA, 18088 has filed an application for special exception and variance approval to allow a new kennel. Within the Agricul-
ture/Rural Residential Zoning District kennels are permitted by special exception subject to the criteria in Section 180-100. The applicant is requesting the following, special exception approval per Section 180-16. C (14) and variance relief from Section 180-100. A and Section 180-100. B. The parcel I.D. No. is J2-6-2-0516 and is located in the Agriculture/Rural Residential Zoning District.
Meetings are open to the public and all interested parties are welcome to attend and will have an opportunity to be heard.
Liz Amato, Lehigh Township Zoning Officer (11/28 & 12/5)
PUBLIC NOTICEAPPOINTMENT OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT FIRM TO CONDUCT 2024 FISCAL YEAR AUDIT
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 917 (b) (2) of the Second Class Township Code, as amended, that the Moore Township Board of Supervisors, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, will consider the appointment of a certified public accountant firm to audit the accounts of Moore Township for fiscal year 2024 during the Reorganization Meeting of the Moore Township Board of Supervisors to be held on Tuesday, January 6, 2025, beginning at 6:00 P.M. at the Moore Township Municipal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath, PA 18014. The appointment of a firm of certified public accountants will replace the duly elected and/ or appointed Auditors of Moore Township and relieve them from their auditing responsibilities as herein designated. All interested people are invited to attend the meeting.
Moore Township Board of Supervisors (11/28)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Dolores M. Egge, late of City of Easton, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Karen L. Heydt, Executrix of the Estate of Dolores M. Egge. 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
Karen L. Hedyt
℅ 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 (11/28-12/12)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of BRIAN P. SCOTT, deceased, late of the Borough of Walnutport, Northampton County, 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 in-
debted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to:
Executor: Barbara Jean Andrew
℅ Joshua D. Shulman, Esquire
SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC
419 Delaware Avenue
P.O. Box 157
Palmerton, PA 18071 (11/28-12/12)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Mary M. Schaffer, late of the City of Bethlehem, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased
WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Lori Ann Piacenti, Executrix of the Estate of Mary M. Schaffer. 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
Lori Ann Piacenti
℅ 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 (11/28-12/12)
‘Tis The Season
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Dec. 14 at Borough Hall, 600 Monroe St. Register by sending your child or children’s name(s), age(s) and address to svelez@boroughoffreemansburg.org.
Forks Township – Hosted by Forks Township Fire Department on Saturday, Dec. 21 starting at 9 a.m. Drop off gifts on Saturdays from 6-8 p.m. at the firehouse, 1606 Sullivan Trail. Deadline is Saturday, Dec. 7. Email questions to FTFDSanta25@gmail. com.
Hanover Township Vol. Fire Co. Santa Day – Saturday, Dec. 14 with streetby-street visits starting at 9 a.m. Visit the HTVFCPA Facebook page for more information.
Lehigh Township – Santa Run hosted by Lehigh Township Vol. Fire Co. No. 1 on Saturday, Dec. 7 between 3-6 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 8 between 1-4 p.m. Deadline was Wednesday, Nov. 27. Visit the Lehigh Township Volunteer Fire Co. Facebook page for more information.
Lehigh Township – Police Department Toys for Tots Drive. Bring new and unwrapped toys to the police department lobby and municipal office lobby through Monday, Dec. 16 at 3 p.m., 1043 Municipal Road.
Lehigh Township – Toys for Tots Drive on Friday, Nov. 29 drop off from 4-6 p.m. at Lehigh Township Vol. Fire Co., 4188 Lehigh Dr.
Lower Mount Bethel Township – Sunday, Dec. 15 at 9 a.m. If you would like Santa to visit, call Bea
at 610-597-3802.
Lower Nazareth Township – Hosted by Hecktown Vol. Fire Co. on Saturday, Dec. 14 starting at 10 a.m. Drop off gifts at the fire station on Monday, Dec. 2 or Monday, Dec. 9 from 6:30-8 p.m. Call 610759-2112 or email info@ hecktownfire.org for more information.
Moore Township –Hosted by Klecknersville Rangers Vol. Fire Co. on Saturday, Dec. 21 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Applications can be downloaded and printed from krvfc.org and emailed to events@krvfc. org. Deadline is Saturday, Dec. 7. Visit the Klecknersville Rangers Official Facebook page for more information.
Moore Township Toys for Tots – Donate new, unwrapped toys at Klecknersville Rangers Vol. Fire Co. through Dec. 17, 2718 Mountain View Drive.
Moore Township Toys for Tots – Drop off new, unwrapped toys at the Moore Township Police Department Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., 2491 Community Drive.
Mount Bethel – Hosted by Mount Bethel Vol. Fire Co. Station 37 and North Bangor Vol. Fire Department on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 4-7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 15 from 2-5 p.m. Visit Mount Bethel Vol. Fire Company Sta. 37 for more information. Pre-wrapped gifts must be dropped off at the firehouse on Friday, Dec. 6 between 6-8 p.m. or Saturday, Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon, 2341 N. Delaware Drive. Register by Sunday, Dec. 1.
Nazareth Borough –Hosted by Vigilance Hose Co. No. 1 on Saturday, Dec. 14 starting at 10 a.m. Drop off wrapped gifts at the fire station on Sunday, Dec. 1 from 9-11 a.m., 49 S. Broad St. Visit the Vigilance Hose Co. #1 –Nazareth Fire Department Facebook page or call 610704-6496 for more information.
Northampton Borough – Hosted by Northampton Borough Fire Department. Santa will start his route on Saturday, Dec. 14 at noon. Gift drop off Dec.
11-13 from 6-8 p.m., 4
Lerchenmiller Drive. Visit Northampton Borough Fire Department on Facebook for more information.
Palmer Township –Hosted by Palmer Municipal Fire Department on Saturday, Dec. 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Gift drop off limit two per child at the PMFD Station, 3254 Old Nazareth Road. Dec. 2 and 9 from 6-9 p.m. and Dec. 14 from 9 a.m. to noon. Visit palmerfire.org for more information.
Pen Argyl Borough – Santa Run hosted by Lookout Fire Co. No. 1 on Sunday, Dec. 15 starting at 1 p.m. Fill out the form on the Lookout Fire Company No. 1 Facebook page by Monday, Dec. 9. Plainfield Township –Hosted by Plainfield Township Vol. Fire Co. on Saturday, Dec. 21 from noon-3 p.m. Drop off wrapped gifts with child’s name on it to the firehouse Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon or Monday evenings between 7-9 p.m. For more information, email santa@plainfieldfireco.com or visit www.plainfieldfireco.com.
Roseto Borough – Santa visits hosted by Columbia Fire Co. on Saturday, Dec. 14. Email Santa_visit@ columbiafireco.org by Wednesday, Dec. 4 to arrange a visit to your home.
Upper Nazareth Township – Hosted by Upper Nazareth Fire Department on Saturday, Dec. 14 starting at 9 a.m. Drop off wrapped gifts at the fire station Monday Dec. 2 and Monday, Dec. 9 from 7-9 p.m. or Saturday, Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 25 Newport Ave. Visit the Upper Nazareth Fire Department Facebook page for more information. Wind Gap Borough –Hosted by the Wind Gap Vol. Fire Co. on Saturday, Dec. 14 starting at 11 a.m. Drop off gifts at the firehouse on Monday, Dec. 2 from 6-8 p.m., 549 E. West St.
More festive events will be published in next week’s issue.
Litter Hawk Youth Award Program combines fun, Prizes and litter awareness
Submitted by STEPHANIE LARSON
Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful is announcing the Litter Hawk Youth Award Program, a recognition program for students in kindergarten
through sixth grade, who complete a project specific to their grade level. Kids can participate individually or as part of a lesson initiated by schools, home-schools, Scout troops, 4-H clubs, environmental
clubs or other organized groups.
The Litter Hawk Youth Award Program is a way for kids to share their hope, optimism and concerns about litter and inspire others to care for their communities through
art, words or video. This year’s Litter Hawk Youth Award theme is: Join the Greatest American Cleanup! Show us how you can keep your community litter free for America’s 250th birthday, in support of the Greatest American Cleanup, Keep America Beautiful’s national threeyear campaign to motivate, educate and celebrate communities to clean up and green up ahead of the country’s 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026. Projects include:
• Kindergarten through fourth grade- poster
• Fifth grade- essay
• Sixth grade- video
First and second place in each grade level will be awarded certificates. All participants will receive recognition of participation with a Litter Hawk sticker. The deadline for participating is Jan. 31, 2025. Winners will be announced in April 2025 in coordination with an awards ceremony at the PA State Capitol Building where all winning entries will be on display as part of the 2025 Litter Hawk Youth Award exhibit. All winners and their families, guardians and teachers are welcome to attend. Special guests will include representatives from the PA Department of Environmental Pro-
tection and America250PA.
“We are excited to see how Pennsylvania students feel and think about litter in their neighborhoods, school and other favorite places. Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful believes that engaging youth in protecting the environment not only creates a direct impact on changing behaviors and attitudes, but also influences their friends and families,” said Stephanie Larson, Communications and Program Manager, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful. “We are all responsible for keeping our communities clean and beautiful. This program provides a fun and easy way for students to illustrate respect for the environment and their community.”
The Litter Hawk Youth Award program was created with funding provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. For more information, downloadable promotional posters and an entry form, visit https://www. keeppabeautiful.org/grants-awards/ awards/litter-hawk/. Additional questions can be answered by Stephanie Larson at slarson@keeppabeautiful.org or 724-836-4121 ext. 104.
Small Business Saturday Kicks off a ‘Season of Small Business™’
Submitted
by
SONIA SMITH
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is once again encouraging Americans to remember their local small retailers and restaurants when making their winter holiday shopping plans this year. While social media, TV and billboards are already being flooded with Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals from the major chains and online shopping sites, we at the SBA know that mom-and-pop shops, corner bakeries and Main Street markets owned by your friends and neighbors are competing against “the big guys” with bottomless marketing budgets to finish the year “in the black.” Join us in celebrating the 33.3 million small businesses igniting our economy and enriching our communities throughout the year. We are once again partnering with American Express and other organizations across the country this holi-
day shopping season to celebrate Small Business Saturday® (the Saturday after Thanksgiving), a day to honor and support small businesses for all they contribute to our communities. It’s how we all can do our part to support economic growth in our own neighborhoods. Last year’s Small Business Saturday® packed a big punch for the U.S. economy: consumers generated approximately $18 billion in reported spending at small businesses.
Beyond just one day, we are once again calling on Americans to make their entire holiday shopping experience a “Season of Small Business” by spending more at Main Street shops and restaurants. It’s as easy and satisfying as it is impactful. On average, small businesses create two out of three net new jobs in your town, and America’s small restaurants employ millions and generate billions of dollars in sales. Shopping local strengthens your local econ-
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omy and keeps more of your hardearned dollars local while receiving high-quality products and services in return.
In so many ways, small businesses are the glue that holds our communities together. I encourage you to join me and more than 100 million Americans in shopping and dining small on Small Business Saturday® as you check off items on your holiday shopping list. Share your stories and where you’re shopping on social media using #ShopSmall.
Thank you for shopping small this holiday season.
State police and Palmer Township Police Dept.
Conduct joint Investigation
Submitted
by
NATHAN BRANOSKY
The Pennsylvania State Police Troop M Fire Marshal and the Palmer Township Police Department are currently investigating several incidents involving 53-year-old Andrew Wolke II, of Palmer Township.
On Wednesday, Nov. 20, the Palmer Township Police Department charged Andrew Wolke II with the following: Corruption of Minors, Unlawful Contact with a Minor, Indecent Assault and Harassment.
Wolke is accused of conducting an inappropriate relationship with foreign exchange students who attended high school within Northampton County. Wolke was
a host to foreign exchange students and often had students in his residence.
On Wednesday, Nov. 20, at approximately 5:17 p.m., the Palmer Township Fire Department was dispatched to the residence of Wolke, located at Country Side Court in Palmer Township, for a fire. Wolke was the only person in the residence at the time of the fire and was transported by Suburban Ambulance to a Lehigh Valley Hospital for his injuries. The residential fire is being investigated by the PSP Troop M Fire Marshal. An initial investigation reveals the fire started in the second-
floor bedroom.
This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information regarding this investigation or may have been a victim of Wolke, is asked to contact the Pennsylvania State Police at 610-861-2026 or the Palmer Township Police Department Detective Brian Strong at bstrong@palmerpd. org or 610-253-5844 ext. 1208.
Agencies involved in this investigation are: Palmer Township Police Department, Troop M Forensic Services Unit, Troop M Fire Marshal, PSP Belfast Station, Palmer Township Fire Department and Reading Fire Department K-9.
Join the joy: Easton Winter Village returns to Centre Square with shopping, skating and Seasonal holiday magic
Submitted by
JESSICA FERRARA
The holiday season sparkles in downtown Easton as the fourth annual Easton Winter Village re-
turns to Centre Square, bringing festive cheer, shopping and family fun on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 22. This enchanting event, filled
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United Methodist Church 1067 Blue Mtn Drive - Danielsville PA 18038 Wreath / Cemetery Spray Wreath / Cemetery Spray Sunday December 8th Sunday December 8th 12 - 3pm 12 - 3pm
Food & Drink available for purchase BBQ, Soups,
Please RSVP to event link. Contact 484-330-0782 for any questions.
with 40 unique merchant huts, live entertainment, a skating rink and tasty comfort food and warm drinks, operates rain or shine each weekend on Fridays from 5 to 9 p.m., Saturdays from 1 to 9 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m.
Presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network, Easton Winter Village offers an admission-free winter wonderland adorned with twinkling lights, festive decor, and a cozy outdoor shopping experience. Local artisans, crafters
and merchants provide an array of gifts for holiday shoppers (eastonwintervillage.com/vendors), while musical performances and family-friendly activities (eastonwintervillage.com/music-activities) add to the atmosphere.
At the heart of Easton Winter Village stands the iconic 85-foot Peace Candle, symbolizing Easton’s holiday spirit and spreading a message of peace and unity for all. Beyond the Winter Village, more than 50 locally owned shops and galleries and over two dozen celebrated restaurants await just steps away in downtown Easton, making it easy to spend a full day exploring, shopping and celebrating.
The Easton Winter Village is made possible by the nonprofit Greater Easton Development, the
City of Easton and Northampton County. Major sponsors include presenting sponsor Lehigh Valley Health Network, premier sponsors Commodore and IBEW Local 102.
Parking is available in the South Third Street Garage or the Fourth Street Garage. Both downtown parking garages are 50 cents an hour after 5 p.m. Regular hourly rates are charged from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m.
EventFULL Living
Morningstar Living invites you to visit our Moravian Hall Square campus in Nazareth to enjoy a variety of programs. EventFULL Living is a series of programs to enrich life’s journey. Reserve your place today in as many programs as you like.
The programs for DECEMBER include:
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3RD | 10:00AM - 3:00PM Holiday Craft Bazaar
Retail Therapy awaits! Remove the stress of holiday shopping by visiting Morningstar Living’s Holiday Craft Bazaar. Here you will find something for everyone on your list. Visit with creative local crafters and area representatives from many popular vendors.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17TH | 10:30AM A Favorite Holiday Performance
Join us for this favorite holiday performance. Barbara Abel and friends return to share the joy of the season as they perform a medley of Christmas Carols and Holiday songs! This is a favorite tradition at Moravian Hall Square that is special for everyone who attends.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 30TH | 7:00PM
Satori Christmas Concert
Satori is a mixed ensemble of winds and strings and plays both traditional and contemporary chamber music. Enjoy a wonderful evening of music as we bid farewell to the holiday season.
Thanksgiving Holiday Enforcement
Submitted by NATHAN
BRANOSKY
The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Troop M – Bethlehem have announced the official Thanksgiving holiday enforcement period which commences at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27 and concludes at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 1.
This safety initiative
P.A.D.E.E.P (Pennsylvania Aggressive Driving Enforcement Education Program) targets drivers who aggressively operate their motor vehicle in a manner which is dangerous to members of the public, which include speeding, seat belt violations and child seat belt infractions. Troopers will also be concentrating their efforts on distracting drivers who violate:
• Title 75 § 1621 Texting While Driving
• Title 75 § 1622 Handheld Mobile Telephone
• Title 75 § 3314 Prohibiting Use of Hearing Impairment Devices
• Title 75 § 3316 Prohibiting Text-Based Communications
• Title 75 § 3714 Careless Driving
• Title 75 § 3736 Reckless Driving In addition, S.T.E.A.D.D. (Selective Traffic Enforcement Against Drunk Drivers) and D.R.E. (Drug Recognition Expert) troopers will specifically focus on apprehending motorists who operate their motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
During the Thanksgiving holiday traffic enforcement period of 2023, Troop M (Lehigh County, Northampton County and Bucks County) troopers investigated a total of 68 crashes and made 27 Driving Under the Influence arrests.
A Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Checkpoint will be conducted by members of PSP Bethlehem during this Thanksgiving enforcement period within Northampton County. A sobriety checkpoint is a traffic safety checkpoint wherein troopers systematically stop vehicles at selected locations to briefly observe drivers for articulable facts and/ or behaviors normally associated with alcohol or drug impairment.
The Pennsylvania State Police is committed to maintaining a safe environment for the motoring public. A sobriety checkpoint is intended to achieve this goal.
Motorists are reminded of the mandates of Title 75 Section 3733, Fleeing or Attempting to Elude Police Officer, which stipulates that any driver of a motor vehicle who willfully fails or refuses to bring their vehicle to a stop, or who otherwise flees or attempts to elude a pursuing police officer, commits an offense, graded up to a felony of the third degree, which
carries a maximum sentence of seven years in prison, a $15,000 fine and restitution for damages and/or injuries sustained as a result of the pursuit.
Grappling with Gratitude? Make it a verb
By JILL PALMQUIST
It’s November, Thanksgiving is coming, and no one will shut up about gratitude. Most of us have good intentions, we know gratitude leads to a happier and more fulfilling life. And yet we repeatedly fall short. If you’re struggling to count your blessings in these tumultuous times, here’s a suggestion: Make gratitude a verb.
Just as actions come before beliefs, acting grateful comes before feeling grateful. If you want to feel grateful but can’t quite get there, do things that inspire gratitude. Act “as if” and you might soon find yourself there.
There may be a strong pull to go the opposite direction and become bitter, disengaged and cynical. Choosing gratitude keeps us focused on this moment, where we are alive, well and embodied as physical beings who can think and change and grow. Acting in ways that fill us with thankfulness helps make the most of our reality. Tips for making gratitude a verb every day
Just move. Admittedly, we don’t always feel like being physically active; therefore, we tend to miss out on the exhilarating endorphin high and the many other ways fitness impacts the amazing machines that are our bodies. The more you move your body, the more grateful you will feel for all the incredible things your body can do.
Go outside. See how an unexpected encounter with a single patch of sunlight can change your life. Don’t just think, I’m grateful for this sunny day, and move on. Take it further. Engage with the day. Walk in the sunshine and feel how it dances on your skin. Look for and see where the lighted path-
way wants to lead you. Choose to love over and over (and over). In one day, there are a thousand opportunities to be kind. We are far better equipped to feel, act on and create gratitude when we choose the high-energy frequency of love. This means making loving choices in a world that sometimes makes us want to shut down or take the low road. Is it always easy? No. But this is a radical act of gratitude, because when you lean in toward kindness and connection, you are making the world a more open, safe and loving place for everyone.
Allow yourself to experience awe. Moments of awe ground us in gratitude when life unfolds in ways we do not like. They remind us that maybe we are part of something far
bigger than us that we don’t need to understand. Sit by a window and witness a storm roll in across the horizon. Attend a musical performance and immerse yourself in the sounds and vibrations. Sit outside at twilight and watch darkness descend over a lake.
Find your people. Make your friends. Love your tribe. Connecting with those we love amps up gratitude. You make the call; instigate a get-together to break
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bread (or clink some wine glasses). In the midst of the laughter, look around—all these people were once strangers. What a miracle! Rest easy and often. Denying yourself much-needed rest makes it harder to connect to all the good
in the world. Intentionally slow down. Cancel plans for things you don’t really want to do. Go to bed early (preferably in a beautifully made bed and cozy pajamas). Adequate sleep improves your mental health and makes the hidden miracles of this lifetime spring into focus. Maybe they call it “beauty sleep” because it refills your cup and reconnects you to the beauty of this life and everyone in it. These are minor tweaks to the
way you are already likely to be living, but they make a major impact on how you experience this awesome, unpredictable, shimmering, very temporary existence. A mysterious clock started the moment you entered the world, and you really have no idea when it will stop. Anytime you’re feeling complacent, think about this clock. Allow it to create a tiny bit of urgency. We have no time to waste not being grateful.
and are working to finish installing the rest as time and weather permit.
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For more information about Bath’s National Historic District, visit the Borough of Bath Historic Preservation page on the borough’s website, www.bathborough.org.
of South Walnut Street and Center Street.
Public Works Department has completed installing
the Bath Historic District signs
Borough of Bath unveils National Historic District signs