Annual Touch-aTruck Festival held In Bushkill Twp.
Photos by Gregory Morgan Photography
Today we are concluding my interview with Cindy Beck Deppe, of Becky’s Drive-In.
Cindy was a former student of this writer at Northampton Area Senior High School. Her father built the landmark drive-in theater in Berlinsville 78 years ago, providing entertainment for many, many movie patrons.
A past New York Times article listed the drive-in in the top 10 drive-ins in America.
Mr. Beck, the founder who spent much of his life showing and making films, sadly passed away in 1987.
Over the years, the Becks faced many challenges. They have rebuilt after storms and made many modifications to operate efficiently.
Cindy remembers, “The drivein continues our family tradition. I spent much of my life watching families sitting on the grass relaxing before the movie.”
Cindy has worked in the drivein ticket booth for over 50 years, greeting patrons from the Lehigh Valley and neighboring states.
Since 1946, the drive-in has added a new screen, new refreshment stand, restrooms, digital projection and upgrades to two projectors. William and Alice Beck’s children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren have worked at the drive-in to continue the family tradition. Grandson’s Chris and Nick Deppe and greatgrandson Michael Marino are the
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Northampton Distinguished Alumni honored at celebration
Submitted by CLAUDIA SHULMAN
Seven Northampton Area High School alumni were publicly recognized as this year’s 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award honorees on Sept. 22 at a celebration sponsored by the Northampton Area Konkrete Kids Educational Foundation.
The honorees are: Mrs. Patricia Amey, Class of 1962; Mr. Kim Davis, Class of 1970 (deceased); Mr. Ronald Jerdon, Class of 1980; Mrs. Sallyann Madden, Class of 1979; Ms. Laura Meyers, Class of 2007; Mr. Brian Ruff, Class of 1977 and Mr. Peter Schneider, Sr., Class of 1938 (deceased).
The celebration, held at Wood-
stone Country Club and Lodge, was attended by 160 people: family, friends and colleagues of the honorees, as well as community members and local business leaders.
The highlight of the recognition program that followed dinner was the plaque presentation, when each honoree had the opportunity to share with the audience some of their experiences as Northampton Area School District students that impacted their careers, accomplishments and commitment to community service.
Each honoree received a plaque including their professional achievements, as well as their
individual commitment to community service and volunteerism, a recent photo and a graduation photo. These plaques will be permanently installed on the Distinguished Alumni Wall of Honor, located in the high school lobby, that already displays the plaques of the 35 previously selected honorees. Like the other honorees
Seated (left to right): Mrs. Patricia Amey, Mrs. Sallyann Madden and Ms. Laura Meyers; standing (left to right): Mr. Kyle Davis (representing Mr. Kim Davis (deceased), Mr. Ron Jerdon, Mr. Pete Schneider (representing Mr. Peter Schneider, Sr. (deceased) and Mr. Brian Ruff.
Cindy and Dean Deppe
ing townships in the 1930s and 1940s.
He also filmed the Northampton Sanitary Dairy and their employees. The dairy supplied milk and fruit drinks at the drive-in. Today, Becky’s purchases their food and supplies from local businesses.
The drive-in played a very important role during the pandemic. All our readers know how the pandemic affected our lives; schools were closed, stores closed and there were shortages on grocery shelves. Cindy and Dean Deppe offered the use of the drive-in to conduct worship services. Bethany Wesleyan from Cherryville was the first church to use the drivein for services. Some high schools also used the grounds for their graduation ceremonies.
Secure Ballot Drop-off Boxes now Available For 2024 General Election
Submitted by BRITTNEY WAYLEN
The Northampton County Elections Office announces that seven secure ballot drop-off boxes for mail-in ballots have been installed, and county residents can now start dropping off their own ballots. Accessing drop-off boxes does not require going through security at any location.
Northampton County Courthouse (Rotunda)
669 Washington St., Easton, PA 18042
Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturdays: Oct. 12, Oct. 19 and Oct. 26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cindy said, “My son, (Chris Deppe’s), daughter-in law, Marcella Deppe, and sister-in-law, Joan Deppe, make special dyed t-shirts we sell every year for our dusk till
In conjunction with our annual Fall Festival/Craft Fair, we will be collecting non-perishable food items for our Choice Pantry. St. John’s serves 40+ families monthly. Your food/monetary donations would help us continue and grow our ministry of helping others in need! projectionists.
dawn marathon. We show five movies from dusk to dawn, ending at 6 a.m. We have held Cub Scout ‘Scout Outs’ for 14 years, where scouts from all over the area get to camp overnight at the drivein. There is also a Girl Scout camp out. In October, we have a trunkor-treat night. It’s my favorite event, seeing parents and children
dressed in costumes. Adults decorate the trunks of their vehicles and hand out wrapped candy to the children.”
In November, a coat drive is held, when people donate slightly used winter coats. Hundreds of coats are collected and donated to the Allentown Rescue Mission and Salvation Army. Those who donate receive an adult admission pass.
Recently, the drive-in showed some films Mr. Beck made himself, including “School Days in Lehigh Township.”
Another film looked at life in Lehigh Township and neighbor-
Becky’s has supported many nonprofit organizations in their 78 years of operation. The Beck family continues to follow their father’s philosophy, “the customer is always right.” They do everything possible to please the patrons.
We all hope the Beck family continues the stewardship of the landmark theater, which has brought joy to families for 78 years.
We thank Cindy Beck Deppe and her family for their gracious cooperation. Cindy Beck Deppe’s Northampton report card will show “A+” for Cindy and her family’s accomplishments!
When dropping off a ballot, voters can park for free in the loading-and-unloading zone on Washington Street in front of the courthouse or use the parking lot at the Wolf Avenue and Washington Street intersection.
Northampton County Human Services Building (Main Entrance Vestibule)
2801 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem, PA 18020
Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Northampton County 911 Center (Main Entrance Vestibule)
Cindy has worked in the drive-in ticket booth for over 50 years, happily welcoming every patron.
The drive-in today
The Beck family
100 Gracedale Ave., Nazareth, PA 18064
Open 24/7
Bethlehem City Hall (Main Lobby)
10 E. Church St., Bethlehem, PA 18018
Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Election Day (Tuesday, Nov. 5) accessible from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Washington Township Municipal Building (Main Entrance Vestibule)
1021 Washington Blvd., Bangor, PA 18013
Monday-Thursday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fridays from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. East Allen Township Municipal Building (Main Lobby)
5344 Nor Bath Blvd., Northampton, PA 18067
Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
NCC Fowler Family Southside Center (Main Lobby)
511 E. Third St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
Monday-Thursday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Fridays from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The last day to apply for a mailin or civilian absentee ballot is Tuesday, Oct. 29. Applications for mail-in or civilian absentee ballots are available in the Election’s Office or at this link: www.pavot-
erservices.pa.gov/OnlineAbsenteeApplication/#/OnlineAbsenteeBegin.
Ballot drop-off boxes provide a safe and convenient way for voters to return their mail-in ballots. Each drop-off box is a secure, locked structure that is permanently anchored in place. Northampton County drop-off boxes have been evaluated to specifically ensure they are indoors, ADA compliant, either chained or anchored in place, under 24hour camera/surveillance, and allow County Sheriff’s Deputies to collect the contents of the box on a daily basis. All Northampton County drop-off boxes are operated only by election officials and County Sheriff’s Deputies.
To ensure that your mail-in ballot is accepted, your ballot must be enclosed in the yellow secrecy envelope and sealed; there are no identifying marks or symbols on the secrecy envelope, a return envelope is signed and dated on the back in the appropriate yellow boxes, and the ballot is returned to the Election’s Office no later than 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5. USPS postmarks do not count if received after this deadline.
The Northampton County Elections Office reminds registered voters that the county’s seven secure ballot drop-off boxes are for Northampton County voters only, and you may only drop off your own ballot. Pa. State Law prohibits the third-party return of ballots unless the person returning the ballot is assisting a disabled voter or emergency absentee voter
and has a signed “Certification of Designated Agent” form on file at the Elections Office. A copy of this form can be downloaded here: https://www.pa.gov/content/ dam/copapwp-pagov/en/vote/ resources/documents-and-forms/ Authorize-Designated-Agent-forMail-in-or-Absentee-Ballot.pdf. Counterfeiting, forging, tampering with, or destroying ballots is a second-degree misdemeanor pursuant to sections 1816 and 1817 of the Pa. Election Code.
Voters can track the status of their mail-in or absentee ballots online at www.pavoterservices. pa.gov/pages/ballottracking.aspx.
Northampton County Senior Centers
Cherryville- Open
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 610-262-4977.
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Pearl Elizabeth Eberts
Pearl Elizabeth Eberts, 105, a beloved centenarian of Wind Gap, formerly of Bath, passed away peacefully while surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024 at Walden III. She was the beloved wife of the late Kermit Eberts, to whom she was married to for 66 years before his passing in 2007. Born in Bethlehem, Pearl was a daughter of the late Earl and Edna Beahm (Meck).
Pearl was a member of Bushkill United Methodist Church, Bushkill Township. Pearl will be forever remembered for her kind heart and zest for life. For many years, she joyfully threw out the first pitch at the Lehigh Valley IronPigs games to celebrate her birthdays, a tradition she cher-
ished. She drove herself until the remarkable age of 99, and her passion for walking allowed her to stay active and independent.
Pearl found solace in caring for her beloved plants, both inside and out, nurturing them with love and attention.
In her leisure time, Pearl delighted in relaxing with a halfbottle of beer or O’Douls almost every day, savoring these simple pleasures that brought her joy. Her positive outlook and unwavering spirit were truly inspiring to all who knew her.
Survivors: She will be dearly missed by her children, Tyrone Eberts (Carolyn) of Lower Saucon Township and Diane Mumbauer (Robert) of Easton; grandchildren, Renee, Tyler, Robert, Denise, Eric and Kyle; great-grandchildren, Brittany, Alexei, Tucker, Ryan, Blake and Madisyn. In addition to her spouse, Kermit, she was predeceased by grandson, Michael Mumbauer; siblings, Hilda Bailey, Mary Collitt, Grace McNear, Pauline Hensinger, William Beahm, Robert Beahm, Thomas Beahm, Francis Beahm and Joanne "Josie" Young.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct.
10, 2024 in the Bushkill United Methodist Church - 1330 Church Rd., Wind Gap, PA 18091. Friends and relatives are invited to call from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Interment will follow at Hope Cemetery Hecktown. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at bensingfuneralhome.net.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, LLC, Moorestown.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be offered to the church.
Getting Out!
The GETTING OUT section of The Home News is open to events that are FREE for the community to attend and participate in. If you have an event and are not sure if it qualifies for this section, call us at 610-9230382. We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify. Annual Mayor’s Community Campfire- Saturday, Oct. 26 from 7 to 10 p.m., Firefighter’s Field, North Chestnut St., Bath, featuring live music.
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.
Nazareth Farmers Market- Saturdays through October from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Circle.
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.
Northampton County Festival- Saturday, Oct. 12 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Louise W. Moore Park, 151 Country Club Rd., Easton. Siegfried Railroad Station Museum- Open third Sunday each month through October from 1 to 4 p.m., West 21st Street (Route 329) in Northampton.
Walnutport Canal Days Festival- Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct. 20 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. along the south end of the Walnutport Canal. Hosted by Lehigh Township Lions and Lady Lions clubs, and Slatington Lions Club.
2 UPCOMING PUBLIC AUCTIONS
PALISADES REGIONAL FIRE & RESCUE
(Springtown Volunteer Fire Company Banquet Hall) 3010 Route 212
Springtown, Bucks Co., PA 18081
PUBLIC AUCTION
SUNDAY, OCT. 13: @ 9:30 AM (inspect from 8:30 AM): Incl: nicer Quality Victorian, Stylized & Other Furniture: tea table marked made by Marshall W. Petty-Greensboro NC, Quality Antiques, Regina Music Box, Jewelry, Lladro, 60+ Hummel & Royal Doulton figurines, collection of Swarovski Crystal figs., Pocket Watches, Clocks, Etc * from Est/Father Jason Kulczynski, Dec’d, Other Estates & Private Consignors
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SUNDAY, OCT. 20: @9:30 AM (inspect from 8:30 AM): Great Collection of Country Collectibles, Advertising, Coca Cola Items, Country Furniture & get ready for Christmas!! ****************************************************************************************
FIRE HYDRANT FLUSHING
BATH AUTHORITY SYSTEM Week of Oct. 7, 2024 to Oct. 18, 2024
Sat., April 20 @9:00 AM: Springtown Volunteer Fire Co. Banquet Hall, 3010 Route 212, Springtown, PA 18081: Antiques, Country Collect., Roy Rogers Collectibles, Coors Beer neon sign, Bucks Co. Lard Tin, ant. wdn carpenter’s tool chest, vint. Donald Duck pull toy, Burma Shave still banks, Hull art pottery vases, post card albums, prim. water benches & cabinets, Stylized & other furn., flat screen TVs, Troy Bilt lawn tractor, Woods Model 1855 Zero turn lawn mower (unrestored cond.) Craftsman rototiller, Husqvarna chain saws, lg. selection of power equip., power tools & hand tools, 6 station silk/line screen printer, Lawson Omni dryer, small infrared dryer, pressure steam sterilizer, Echo ceramic kiln, etc.
Terms: 13% Buyer’s Premium * 3% Discount w/Cash or Approved Check * Check Out Details/ Photos @www.auctionzip.com auctioneer 1888 * Multiple Auctioneers Selling
magazines, Steiff animals, older tin friction & mech. Toys, Barbie dolls & related items; J.Deere Lawn Tractor; Wdworking Mach., Sm. Pwr & Hand Tools; Terms: 13% Buyer’s Prem * CC Accptd * 3% Discount w/Cash or Apprd. Check * Details @auctionzip or websites * More Arriving - Check It Out *
* Selected Tools, Equip. & Other Items will be offered live/online beginning @10:00 AM * Terms On Site Bidding: 13% Buyer’s Prem*CC Accpt*3% Discount w/Cash or Apprd. Check; Terms/Info forOn Line Bidding for Selected Items ONLY @www.auctionzip.com (online bidding begins @10 AM) Robert H. Clinton & Company, Inc. Auctioneers & Appraisers * AY-000093-L 610-847-5432 * Email: rhclintonauction@hotmail.com NEW website: www.rhclintonauction.com
Robert H. Clinton & Company, Inc. Auctioneers & Appraisers 610-847-5432 * AY-000093-L email: rhclintonauction@hotmail.com
Bath Borough Authority Staff will be flushing Fire Hydrants in the Borough of Bath and Redcliff in Upper Nazareth Township, some temporary pressure loss and/or discoloration of water may be experienced.
Suburban Darts
Week 5
With a ‘sweep’ of Christ UCC by scores of 4-0, 4-0, and 5-1, St. Paul’s remains in first place in the Dart League. Leading hitters for St. Paul’s included Kevin Gross 6 for 13, Jennifer Erkinger 6 for 15, Roger Kern 5 for 13 (HR), Rich Kern 4 for 14 with HR’s from Bryan Gross and John Hoysan. For Christ UCC, Garry Hunsicker was 5 for 12 and George Gasper 4 for 8 (his HR was the only run scored for Christ UCC).
Ebenezer moves into sole possession of second place ‘sandwiching’ 10-3 and 3-2 wins around a 6-4 loss to Farmersville. Top hitters for Ebenezer were Brendan Belvins 7 for 13 (HR), Jim Voortman 6 for 12, Joe Kish 5 for 12, Charlie Costanzo 4 for 11, Paul Yoder 4 for 12, and HR’s from Jason Blevins (2) and Zane Belvins. Gene Grim was 6 for 12 (HR), Sue Grim and Jason Steigerwalt each going 3 for 11 and a HR, and Mark Steigerwalt with a HR.
In other action, it was Blessed Trinity beating Emmanuel 2-1 in 11 innings and 4-0, losing the ‘nightcap; 3-2 in 11 innings. For Blessed Trinity, Tony DeAngelis and Andy Mickelson were 5 for 14 apiece, Eric Harper 3 for 8 (HR), Ken Remaly, Todd Jones and Bob Boran each hitting a HR. Bob Bast was 5 for 13, Tom Dormida 5 for 13 (2 HR’s), and Al Nesbitt 4 for 11 for Emmanuel.
The final match of the night finds defending ‘Champs’ Dryland winning 5-4 in 10 innings and 3-2 in 12 innings, losing the ‘nightcap’ 1-0 to Star of Bethlehem. Leading the way for Dryland were Shawn Sigley, Butch Silfies and Bernie Yurko each going 6 for 14. The only hitter for Star of Bethlehem was Scott Hoffert.
Moravian Hall Square’s Health And Wellness Center named As
one of America’s best Nursing homes
Submitted by LIZ BRANDL
Morningstar Living is proud to announce that Newsweek has recognized Moravian Hall Square's Health and Wellness Center as one of America's Best Nursing Homes 2025.
This is the first year Newsweek has included nursing homes with 50-99 beds in their ranking. Moravian Hall Square's Health and Wellness Center is ranked number 1 in Pennsylvania in this category.
The Health and Wellness Center at Moravian Hall Square is a licensed nursing home in Naza-
Northern R&S
•Specializing in old house siding restoration •Harvey windows •Small additions & porches Est. 1965 Charles Muffley, Owner 255 Grouse Dr., Bath • 610-837-0913
ATTENTION MILITARY VETERANS
If you are a living veteran who has served at any time on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces, regardless of location, during the period of Nov. 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975, you are eligible to receive a Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin. If you are a surviving spouse of a deceased veteran at the time of death of that veteran who had served during that period of eligibility, you may also receive a pin. The Northampton Joint Veterans in cooperation with the Department of Defense as authorized by Congress, will be presenting these pins at their 2024 Veterans Day Ceremony which is being held at 14th and Washington Ave., Northampton. The ceremony is scheduled to be held on Saturday, Nov. 9 at 11 a.m. with a rain date of Sunday, Nov. 10 at 11 a.m. If you are a veteran and wish to receive this memento at this ceremony, please complete and return the attached form by Oct. 31, 2024, or call 610-440-0018 with this information:
VETERANS COMMEMORATION
CEREMONY (PLEASE PRINT)
NAME:
ADDRESS:
BRANCH & TERM MILITARY SERVICE:
PHONE:
EMAIL:
reth, providing short-term and long-term stays. "We are honored to have Moravian Hall Square's Health and Wellness Center recognized as one of America's Best Nursing Homes by Newsweek," said Susan Capobianco, executive director, Morningstar Living. "This is a testament to our team's hard work and commitment to
provide our residents the highest quality person-centered care."
America's Best Nursing Homes is a prominent ranking that evaluates nursing homes through a comprehensive methodology. The evaluation is conducted on behalf of Newsweek by Statista
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Northampton Distinguished Alumni
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and their plaques, these will serve as an inspiration to all students and as a source of pride for the entire community of Northampton Area School District’s proud education tradition and commitment to serve others.
To highlight the impact of this fundraiser on students throughout the district and the generosity of all the sponsors and donors, a video, produced by Mrs. Jamie Horvath, the district-wide tech-
nology lead teacher, was shown highlighting the thousands of students who benefitted from the grants funded by the foundation during the 2023-24 school year, with a total cost to the foundation of $49,067.
The video showed K-12 students involved in many hands-on, problem solving, individual and cooperative learning experiences utilizing the $29,263 single grant for STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) equipment and materials. Guests also saw students in the video interacting with recognized authors and artists, scientists, paleontologists and a United Nations Arts Ambassador - all programs that enhanced the learning opportunities that support the district’s K-12 curriculum.
Since 2015, the foundation has provided approximately $300,000 in funding for grants impacting thousands of K-12 district students, and it has already approved 15 grants totaling $40,112 for the 2024-25 school year. The foundation is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization created by a group of volunteers in October 2009. Any individual, whether a NASD graduate or not, is welcome to join the group in its missions to “raise funds to promote, enhance and supplement educational and co-curricular programs” for the benefit of Northampton Area School District students. Contact C. Shulman at 610-767-7824 for volunteer opportunities.
Moore Township Leaf Collection Program
The Moore Township leaf collection program will begin on or about the week of October 21st and will continue for the next eight weeks (depending on conditions). Actual collection will commence when a sufficient amount of leaves have fallen to warrant dispatching the collection equipment.
With the continuing increase in volume of leaves it has become impossible to guarantee a specific pick-up day for any one location. There will be multiple trips through neighborhoods for the duration of the collection program; therefore, if the leaves are not in place when the crew goes by, they will be picked up on the next rotation. This schedule is subject to inclement weather, mechanical breakdowns, and Township Emergencies making it necessary to temporarily delay pick-up.
THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES MUST BE FOLLOWED
1. Leaves cannot be collected on private roads.
2. LEAVES ONLY shall be raked to the edge of the roadway.
3. Leaf piles shall be kept off the roadways.
4. Leaf piles must be free of sticks and other foreign materials.
THE PUBLIC WORKS CREW MAY REFUSE TO PICK-UP ANY LEAF PILE IF INAPPROPRIATE MATERIAL IS FOUND WITHIN THE PILE OR IF THE ABOVE RULES ARE NOT FOLLOWED.
Moore Township residents are welcome to bring leaves and brush to the Brush and Leaf Recycling Area located to the east side of the Public Works Building Monday through Friday from 7 am to 3 pm and Saturday during daylight hours.
Bath Commercial
Bowling League
Week No. 6
Standings
Team Won Lost
Bath Supply 15.5 8.5
Broken Tackle 15 9
Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering 15 9
Alvin H Butz 12 12
Maxx Amusements 11 13
Vince Bauer
Fiberglass Repair 11 13
Daku Auto Body 8.5 15.5
Rice Family 8 16
Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering (3)
Terry Bartholomew 682 (226-216-240)
Ed Musselman 639 (234-222)
Ty Pagotto 582 (210)
Terry Pagotto 536
Gerald Bartholomew 502
Broken Tackle (1)
Shawn Carraghan 674 (245-220-209)
Brian Dilley 643 (219-209-215)
Ed Zupko 635 (213-221-201)
Paul Berkowitz 616 (245-210)
Butch Riddle 547
Vince Bauer
Fiberglass Repair (0)
Wyatt Davidson 629(237-200)
Corey Fritz 503
Alvin H Butz (4)
Lee Hilbert 640 (237-223)
Bob Davidson III 606 (203-212)
Frank Pavlov 597 (226-219)
Bob Davidson Jr 563
Bath Supply (1 1/2)
Steve Kerbacher 587 (214-209)
Frank Donchez 560 (224)
Brent Connolly 527
Daku Auto Body (2 1/2)
Al Davidson 588 (210)
Scott Bortz
Rice
BATH AREA
Moore Township Supervisors hear department And committee updates; address complaints about North Mink Road
By SAVANNAH BROWN
The Moore Township Board of Supervisors met Tuesday, Oct. 1.
During reports, Police Chief Gary West stated that for the month of September, the police department had 309 total incidents, 11 verbal/written warnings issued, 19 traffic citations issued, two arrests made for fugitives from justice, one non-traffic citation for disorderly conduct and five non-reportable accidents.
Fire Recorder Jason L. Harhart then provided the September report for the Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Company, which included 94 total ambulance calls and 37 fire calls for four fires, four fire police, five automatic fire alarms, six ambulance assists, six wires down,
one smoke/odor investigation, one spill, two search and rescues, six mutual aid calls with Lehigh Township for fires and two mutual aid calls with Bath for a motor vehicle accident and a fire alarm.
Public Works Director Craig Hoffman reported that the oil and chip projects for the year were completed by the beginning of September and the chips have been swept and picked up.
Additionally, the Public Works Department completed repaving Christian Springs, Orchard Court and Meadow Lane, and they are currently working on paving West Beersville Road.
Hoffman also announced that leaf collection will begin on or around Monday, Oct. 21.
It was also announced that First Regional Compost Authority is discussing an increase in mulch prices for next year.
Following, Recreation Commission Chairperson Jodi Hartzell shared that Nicholas Isaac’s Eagle Scout project for the pavilion area was not approved due to the scope of the project being too much for one scout to complete, so the pavilion area will not receive those upgrades just yet.
Hartzell also requested that the wooden fencing around the park be taken down by the Public Works Department since it is falling apart in many places, which is unsightly and could pose a hazard.
Supervisors unanimously approved a motion for the splitrail fencing to be removed, stating that the township got “their money’s worth” since the fencing is over 25 years old.
Next, supervisors approved a resignation from Historical Commission member Edward Marshall, who will stay on as an associate member. The vacant seat will be advertised this month for those interested in applying.
grant application submissions for the purchase of an asphalt roller and two Public Works trucks that will replace two 1990s mediumduty dump trucks.
Supervisors also unanimously approved the renewal of a CD maturing on Oct. 3. The 12-month contract at a current interest rate of 5.35% was renewed for another 12 months at 4.5%.
Last, during public comment, Douglas Miller on North Mink Road voiced concerns regarding problems with the state of the road and its degradation, such as water collecting in the swale on his property not moving.
Hoffman addressed the concern, stating that the Public
Works Department top soiled and seeded the swale two weeks prior, but due to the heavy rains from Hurricane Helene, they will need to come back out to redo both.
Miller and several other residents also voiced concerns about there not being a speed limit on the road and that since it’s a stone road, the dust clouds engulf the area from speeding on the road.
Additionally, residents asked whether the Public Works Department could use a different salt brine on the road during wintery weather due to the additional dust that the regular brine creates.
Hoffman expressed that there is a different brine he can use, but the only problem with it, is that the salt brine only works until it rains because the rain washes it away.
Another resident voiced concerns with the gravel from the
Land and Environmental Protection Board Chairman Robert Romano reminded everyone that the Electronics Recycling Day will be held Saturday, Oct. 26 from 9 to 11 a.m. However, there is a conflict with the original location due to soccer events, so it will now be held on the football side of the park with appropriate signage placed in the area to direct traffic.
Romano also took a moment to recognize the passing of Ray Groff Sr., who was on the Planning Commission and had been a “great friend” to the protection board after helping to initiate the open space program.
“He was a great friend to the township, and he will be missed,” said Romano.
After, Lois Kerbacher announced that the Community Days committee will not be hosting a trunk-or-treat this year, but the first fall bingo will be a home bingo on Sunday, Oct. 13 at the firehouse, with doors opening at 11:30 a.m. and bingo starting at 1 p.m.
Township Manager Stephen T. Nowroski stated that there was an update on the new building feasibility study for the municipal building, which outlined the options of creating an addition to the building or tearing it down and building a whole new building. There will be a presentation before the board at either the November or December meeting on the project.
In other news, supervisors unanimously approved LSA
Submitted by
REBECCA SANDT
The Northampton County Parks and Recreation Division will sponsor a stargazing program on Friday, Oct. 11, at Delps Park in Lehigh Township (1200 Delps Park Rd., Danielsville). The event will take place from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Join Dr. David Buckley, Professor of Physics and Resident Astronomer at East Stroudsburg University, for telescopic views of the First Quarter Moon and Saturn and its rings. Depending on night sky conditions, we may also view the Great Hercules Star Cluster and the Ring Nebula. Attendees will also learn about the constellations Scorpius, Sagittarius, Cygnus the Swan, Lyra the Harp, the Big Dipper, the
North Star, Cassiopeia and Pegasus.
This program is recommended for adults and children six years and older. Dress to be outside at night and bring a lawn chair or blanket, binoculars and a flashlight for use after the program when returning to your car.
This program is free of charge, however, registration is required. To register, please visit: https://norcoparks.recdesk. com/Community/Calendar.
Please note that this program depends on weather and sky conditions and will be canceled in inclement weather or overcast skies. Registered participants will be notified in the afternoon of Oct. 11 only if the program is canceled. There will be no rescheduled cloud date.
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road falling into and flowing down the creek, as well as one resident’s overflowing pond in the front of their property that is also washing the stone from the street down to the creek because the land is on a hill.
Hoffman and Township Engineer Kevin Horvath agreed to visit the property and to get to the bottom of what’s causing the overflow, which will help determine what the resident must do to fix the problem and whether the Dirt Gravel and Low Volume Roads Program could help with fixing the drainage issues.
Other concerns included placing a stop sign at the curve in the road, which would force drivers to slow down and potentially prevent dangerous accidents since cars are unable to see vehicles coming around the turn.
Last, resident Gordon Silfies voiced complaints about the water coming down the road on Bigley Road, which washes the stones onto his late mother’s lawn, thus posing problems with mowing.
Silfies stated that the Public Works Department said they would dig a trench there four months ago to reduce the problem, but that they have not done so yet.
Hoffman explained that other projects preceded the trench, but that it is indeed on the Public Works’ list of projects.
The next Moore Township Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 6 p.m. in the municipal building, located at 2491 Community Dr.
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Northampton Borough explores the future of Historic Cement Bank building
By KERI LINDENMUTH
Private developers want to invest over $1.3 million into a historic Northampton Borough building.
Imperial Reality, who owns the site of the former Cement Bank (most recently PNC Bank) at the corner of Main and 21st streets, is pursuing a Main Street Matters grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development. This grant would provide roughly $3.5 million in development and upgrades to the building for retail and residential use. However, the developers need the borough’s sign-off to pursue this funding.
Vito Gallo, principal consultant at VGG Consulting, appeared before the Northampton Borough Council on Oct. 3 on behalf of the development group. He asked for a resolution that would enable the borough to be the applicant for the grant initiative. This would be at no cost to the borough, Gallo stressed, and his team would prepare the application. However, to apply for the grant, the developers need community backing.
This grant, he continued, “could be the first of many.”
The Main Street Matters program, heavily campaigned for by Governor Josh Shapiro, proposes $25 million in funding for Main Streets across the state to “support [Pennsylvania’s] downtown cores and surrounding neighborhoods with tools to create healthy, vibrant and welcoming communities. Funding is available to support revitalization efforts in planning, business support, aesthetic improvements and the increase of safety and security.”
For projects to be successful, the proposed property must be an “anchor” building in the community. The Cement Bank’s long history and proximity to the uptown area help qualify it as an "anchor."
The grant would feature two types of funding: District Development Funding with a private dollar match of $1 million for ground-floor retail and Accessible Housing Funding, which would provide a $300,000 private match for accessibility upgrades to upper-floor apartments. All matches would be from the developer and not the borough.
Gallo says this project would bring tremendous economic growth to the borough through temporary and permanent jobs, sales tax and new income tax.
Gallo added that state representatives and senators have already shown support for this
project and are scheduled to tour the building.
Mayor Tony Pristash, who met with Gallo and the team, says this is an opportunity worth pursuing.
“I know that this team…has a definite interest in staying in Northampton and building up that corner,” he said. “We have
gentlemen here who want to invest over a million dollars into our downtown to help our economy grow and to build a vibrant commercial space.”
This project would potentially help make uptown a “destination” and help expand the borough’s commercial district.
“I look forward to more and
more of the growth…it’s impressive the ideas that are coming up now that will move this town forward and completely upgrade the quality of life we have here in
Northampton,” he continued. He added that the success of this project may inspire other Main Street property owners to pursue the grant in the future. Council asked that they take some time to review more information about the grant. Further discussion will be held during the
Nurture Nature Center
Announces upcoming events
Submitted by LIESEL
DREISBACH
Exploring Space, a Science on a Sphere show
Saturday, Oct. 12 from 5 to 6 p.m.
Come explore the solar system using the Science on a Sphere for space exploration. Learn about the tools used by astronomers to help us understand our place in space. Included will be details about the James Webb Space Telescope, the Parker Solar Probe, the Mars Curiosity Rover and the twin Voyager spacecrafts.
Parking may be found in the lot behind NNC including spaces marked for staff, but guests must walk around the block to enter by
the front door.
Easton Book Festival at NNC: Conversations in Solarpunk, Climate Fiction and Futurisms
Saturday, Oct. 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Four noted and diverse authors join together to discuss climate fiction, solarpunk and futurisms.
As members of the Climate Fiction Writers League, they have written solarpunk and futurist fiction and nonfiction, and edited acclaimed anthologies in these genres. They will ask one another questions about the work and cocreate the session, weaving in examples from their work.
Our Changing Climate, a Science on a Sphere
show Saturday, Oct. 19 at 1 p.m.
Our climate is changing. Why is it happening, what are the impacts and what can we do to adapt? This program explores climate change from a global to a local level, reviews the science and future projections and highlights some solutions.
Easton Star Party at Scott Park Saturday, Oct. 19 from 7 to 10 p.m.
This free star party will have telescopes and staff to help guide you in viewing the moon and planets Venus and Saturn. The event is dependent on favorable weather and viewing conditions. To register and be informed of updates, sign up at www.signupgenius.com/go/starparty2024 or email ksemmens@nurturenature. org.
Observing Late Season Growth
Saturday, Oct. 26 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
The Walk and Talk with Pam Ruch will take place on the Karl Stirner Arts Trail in Easton. There are many ways to identify trees and shrubs in the fall: seeds and nuts on the ground, ripe fruits, bark texture, the structure of a tree's branches or the color of its leaves. Meet at the 13th Street parking lot to join the walk and hone your observation skills.
Spooky Science at NNC Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 3 p.m.
Celebrate spooky science this Halloween with fun science demonstrations about chemical and physical changes. Demonstrations include poprocks and soda, baking soda and vinegar, warm and cold glow sticks, and wint-ogreen mints, among others.
high Valley Chamber, is thrilled to be hosting the Annual Nazareth Fall Festival, in partnership with Vigilance Hose Co. No. 1, on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 2 to 5 p.m. (rain or shine). Get ready for a day filled with fall-themed fun for everyone.
The festivities will kick off with the return of the Nazareth Halloween Parade, presented by Vigilance Hose Co. No. 1 at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19 under the direction of Vigilance Hose Co. The parade will start at Belvidere and Liberty streets, will travel west on Belvidere Street to Main Street, then north on Main Street to the circle to East Center Street, ending at the senior high school.
From 2 to 5 p.m., the Nazareth Fall Festival will be in full swing on South Main Street between Belvidere and Walnut streets.
With over 30 craft and artisan vendors, adult beverage and food vendors, musical performance from the popular band Joyous from 2 to 4 p.m., plus stein and ice cream holding competitions, pumpkin decorating and more, there’s something for the entire family. There will also be awards given for the most “Nazareth Spirit,” so come decked out in your Blue Eagle gear for your chance to win.
“Every autumn, we rediscover the charm of Nazareth,” said Elyse Cuttic, manager of Affiliated Chambers. “From the vibrant local businesses to the lively music and delicious food, the borough comes alive with seasonal spirit. Join us for a stroll and experience the warmth and excitement of our community this fall!”
Those coming after the parade are encouraged to come hungry, as there will be ample food options to satisfy every taste bud.
rade and Nazareth Fall Festival are free to attend. Vendors will be selling crafts, food and beverages.
Parents that would like to sign up their children (ages 6-12) for the ice cream holding competition can do so at the Chamber’s booth, located on South Main St. near Emily's Ice Cream and the bandshell, the day of the event. The competition is free to enter. The maximum number of competitors is five.
The men’s and women’s stein holding competitions are back. Attendees will be able to sign up on the day of the event at the Chamber’s booth. The winner of each competition will receive a stein filled with beer as their prize, courtesy of Birthright Brewing Co. The competition is free to enter, but participants will have the opportunity to purchase their stein and beer afterwards. The maximum number of competitors is 11 per competition.
County of Northampton To hold annual Festival
Submitted
by
REBECCA SANDT
The Northampton County Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) is holding the 2024 County Festival on Saturday, Oct. 12, at Louise W. Moore Park. The festival will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine. The festival is free to attend.
Parking for the programs held at Nurture Nature Center itself may be available in the parking lot behind the building, even using spaces marked for staff. However, guests must walk around the block to enter by the front door.
The Nurture Nature Center is located at 518 Northampton St. in Easton and can be reached at 610-253-4432.
Annual fall Festival to Be held in Nazareth
Submitted by ELYSE CUTTIC
The Nazareth Area Chamber, a proud partner of the Greater Le-
Food and beverage options include favorites such as Birthright Brewing Company, Tommy Italian Kitchen, Bella Bean Coffee Shop, Mon and Mel’s Sweet Scoops, Naz-O-Nut, AK Farms, Coastal Cravings, Easton Wine Project, Donut NV, Rollz and Bowlz, Five Maiden Cider Company, You Got Pork’d, Greek Street and Silverback Distillery.
Event schedule:
• 1 p.m.: Nazareth Halloween Parade
• 2 to 4 p.m.: Music by Joyous
• 4:15 to 4:25 p.m.: Men's Stein Holding Competition
• 4:25 to 4:35 p.m.: Kid's Ice Cream Holding Competition
• 4:35 to 4:45 p.m.: Women's Stein Holding Competition
The Nazareth Halloween Pa-
This year's festival features a variety of food trucks, local brews and unique crafts. There will be free tennis lessons, live entertainment and several of the county’s non-profit organizations.
At 2:45 p.m., there will be an award ceremony recognizing municipal workers, public safety personnel, veterans, outstanding youth and others.
The county encourages attendees to use the shuttle bus provided by LANTA to and from the festival from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (There will be no shuttle bus from noon to 12:30 p.m. to allow for a lunch break.) Attendees using the shuttle bus should park at the Route 33 Park and Ride (5715 William Penn Highway, Easton, PA 18045).
Please contact DCED with any questions at 610-829-6306.
Nazareth Borough Council approves Changes to parking permit ordinance
By SAVANNAH BROWN
During the Nazareth Borough Council meeting on Monday, Oct. 7, resident Becky Butz voiced concerns about some of the conditions in the borough from residents being repeat offenders for code violations.
Butz opined that the borough has been insufficient in the enforcement of current ordinances, stating that the conditions of some residences within the borough are “disgusting” due to trash and overgrowth on their properties.
Councilman Christopher D. Crook expressed that there are two individuals in charge of zoning, code enforcement and inspections, and although they are spread thin, Crook and other council members felt that the individuals are not doing a good job for the $180,000 that the borough pays their employer, Barry Isett & Associates.
Crook also shared that the borough is looking into what to do about this inadequacy and intends to discuss the matter with the company and bring it before the law committee to rectify the situation.
In other news, under public property, council unanimously approved the following motions: the use of the park on Wednesday, Oct. 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a trunk-or-treat event conducted by Resources for Human Development; payment for the rental of two porta potties from United Site Services for use at the Halloween parade on Saturday, Oct. 19 at a cost of $500; the bid submitted by Super Heat Inc. for the library’s original house HVAC upgrades conditioned upon the library’s
previous acknowledgment that they bear the complete financial obligation to fund and manage the project; a $1,000 donation to Vigilance Hose Company No. 1 for the annual Halloween parade; and a $1,000 donation to Vigilance Hose Company No. 1 for fire prevention week.
Under finance, council unanimously approved receipt of the borough’s 2024 state pension aid in the amount of $142,148.51, the transfer of $47,146.83 from the Embassy Park account to the PLGIT Park account, the transfer of $500,000 from the PLGIT reserve to general funds and the extension of the Nazareth Regional Ambulance Corps repayment date from November 2024 to June 30, 2025.
Next, council unanimously approved a handicapped parking spot on Spring Street and direction for the treasurer to turn over the recently received Fireman’s Relief state aid in the amount of $36,534.41.
Under law, council unanimously approved an amendment to the Resident Parking Permit Ordinance to provide two generic guest tags to each residence located in the permit parking zone without the need for an application and to eliminate contractor tags from the ordinance.
Council also approved a motion to advertise an ordinance to make it unlawful to keep or maintain chickens, ducks and any similar type of bird or fowl, including geese, turkeys, grouse, pheasants, partridges and any other game bird, migratory bird or wild bird. Council will consider approving the ordinance at the November or December meetings. If approved, the ordinance will be effective beginning
on Jan. 1, 2025.
Under public works, council unanimously accepted the winter maintenance services agreement from PennDOT and direction for the secretary to place an ad to advise citizens of the borough’s procedures for the fall 2024 collection of leaves, which will also be available on the borough’s website.
During reports, the Vigilance Hose Company No. 1 fire chief’s report for the month of August showed that they responded to 35 total service calls, including 17 fire alarms, four motor vehicle accidents, four wire problems,
Photo by Gregory Morgan Photography from the annual touch-a-truck festival
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ASSUMPTION BVM
PARISH, Northampton.
610-262-2559
Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Mass 8 a.m., Tues. –Mass 8 a.m., Wed. – Mass 8 a.m., Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri.– Mass 8 a.m., Sat. –Mass 4 p.m.
ASSUMPTION OF THE VIRGIN MARY UKRAINIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-2882
Sat. – Vesper services 5 p.m. Sun. – Divine Liturgy 9 a.m. BETHANY WESLEYAN, Cherryville. 610-767-1239
Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m.
BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, Bushkill Twp. 610-759-7132
Sun. Worship 9 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m.
CHAPMAN QUARRIES
UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-837-0935
Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. Chestnut St. Bath. 610-837-0345
Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C., Schoenersville. 610-264-9325
Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville. 610-837-6051
Sun. – Worship 8:45 a.m. SS 9 a.m.
CONCORDIA
LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-8500
Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. with HC, SS 9:40 a.m.
COVENANT CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-7517
Sun. – 9 a.m. Worship (and online), SS for all ages 10:30 a.m. DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444
Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt). 610-262-4961
Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m. EL SHADDAI
ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Nazareth.610-759-6557
Sunday School – 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship –10:45 a.m. Youth Ministry –Sunday – 6:30 p.m.
Kids Ministries –Wednesday –7 p.m.
EMMANUEL’S
LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1741
Sun –Traditional 8:45 a.m., Contemporary 10 a.m.,
SS 10 a.m. FAITH FAMILY FELLOWSHIP, Bushkill Twp. 484-635-1200
Sun.- Contemporary Worship 10 a.m. FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport. 610-767-3505
Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton. 610-262-9517
Sun – Worship 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m.
GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-7036
Sun. – Worship 11 a.m.,
SS 9:30 a.m.
GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-9080
Sun.- Worship 9 a.m., Sunday Morning Adventures 10:15 a.m.
GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Northampton. 610-262-7186 (HA)
Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. SS 9:15 a.m.
GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Pen Argyl. 610-863-4811
Sun. – Worship 8:30/10 a.m.
HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL
LUTHERAN, Nazareth. 610-759-7363
Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m., Youth Group 6:30 p.m.
HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0870
Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m.
M-F – Mass 8:30 a.m.
Sat. – Mass 5 p.m.
HOLY TRINITY
LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-2668
Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.
Sunday School 9 a.m.
HOLY TRINITY
SLOVAK LUTHERAN, Northampton. 610-262-3365
Worship first, third and fifth Sundays 10 a.m.
HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cherryville. 610-767-7203
Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m.
MOUNT EATON CHURCH,
Saylorsburg. 570-992-7050
Sun- 8 a.m. Traditional, 10:30 a.m. Contemporary MOUNTAIN VIEW
WESLEYAN CHURCH Bath. 610-759-7553 Sun. –Worship 10:30 a.m.
NAZARETH
MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-3163
Sun. – Worship 8:15/10:45
a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. NEW JOURNEY COMMUNITY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-8101 (HA) Worship 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
NORTHAMPTON
ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Northampton. 610-262-5645
Sun – Worship 11 a.m./ 6 p.m., SS 10 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7 p.m.
NORTHAMPTON GOD’S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-4412 (HA)
Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. (ngmc.church)
PROMISED LAND CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE, Bethlehem. 610-759-7243
Sun.- Worship 10 a.m., SS children/adults 9 a.m. QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-2227
Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30
a.m., Mon. – Fri. –Mass
8 a.m. Sat. – Mass 4 p.m. RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth. 484-597-1440
Sun. – Worship/meeting 10 a.m.
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. 610-837-7874
Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., Mon.-Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. SALEM U.C.C. Moorestown. 610-759-1652
Sun. – 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. SALEM UNITED METHODIST, Danielsville. 610-767-8003
Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m. SCHOENECK
MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0376
Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m., 10:30 a.m. livestream via Facebook.
ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL, Nazareth. 610-746-3910
Sun. – SS/Holy Eucharist 10 a.m.
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-4104
Sun.- Mass 9 am., Mon-FriMass 8:30 a.m., Sat.- Mass 8:30 a.m./5 p.m.
ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1061
Sun.- Worship 8/10:15/11:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-3090. Sun. – Worship 8/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship with HC 5:30 p.m.
ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Howertown. 610-262-8666
Sun. – Worship 9 a.m.
ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. Nazareth. 610-759-0893
Sun. – Contemporary Worship 9 a.m., Christian Formation 10 a.m., 11 a.m.- Classic Worship ST. NICHOLAS R.C. Berlinsville. 610-767-3107
Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30 a.m., M-F -8:30 a.m., Sat. – 4:30 p.m. ST. PAUL’S THIRD LUTHERAN CHURCH, Palmer Twp. 610-258-0875
Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m. All welcome. ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton. 610-261-2910. HA Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. (with child care), SS 9 a.m. ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indianland, Cherryville. 610-767-5751
Sun. – 9 a.m. Christian Ed, Trad. Worship 10:30 a.m., Contemporary Praise Worship second Sunday 7:30 a.m.
ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Seemsville, Northampton. 610-837-7426
Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., SS 9 a.m. TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Hecktown. 610-759-6377
Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, Northampton. 610-837-5894
Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./ 6 p.m. BS 9:30 a.m., Wed.BS and Prayer 7 p.m. WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST, Walnutport. 610-767-8939
Sat. – Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. ZION’S STONE U.C.C., Kreidersville. 610-262-1133
Sun. – SS 9 a.m., Worship 10:15 a.m. ZION E.L. CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-6636 (N)
Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m.
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NAZARETH PLATE
GLASS CO., INC.
27 Mauch Chunk St., Nazareth, Pa. Harvey vinyl replacement windows, solar rooms, storm windows & screens repaired/insulated glass, shower doors, plexiglass, mirrors, repairs made at your home. Free estimates. Commercial customers welcome. Call 610-7593682. Closed Saturdays. (10/10)
TED’S ROOFING
New Roofs & Repairs • ReRoofing • Roof Ventilation • Slate Repairs •Seamless Gutter • Siding • Fascia & Soffit • No Streaking Shingle. Free Estimates & Fully Insured. Where Service & Quality Counts! PA#089829. 610-837-7508. (10/10)
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Oct. 18, 19 and 20 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., 291 Crown View Ave., Stockertown. Household furniture, clothing, books, decorative items, jewelry and collectibles.. (10/10)
Furniture, pictures, coffee and end tables, bar cabinets, bistro set, stemware, tools, Christmas and more. By appointment only, call 610-909-3600. (10/10)
FIND N SEEK SPONSORS
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PHOTOS
The Home News is seeking photos for the October photo of the month contest. The theme is “Fall Foliage.” Email your photos that showcase the fall foliage to cstroh@homenewspa. com along with your name, description of photo, date and location taken. Deadline is Monday, Oct. 28. The winner will be featured in the Oct. 31 issue of The Home News. (10/24)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of REBECCA E. WIEDER, deceased, late of the Borough of Northampton, 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 indebted to the Decedent to make payment without delay to:
Executor: Kim L. Meyers ℅ Joshua D. Shulman, Esquire
SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC 419 Delaware Avenue P.O. Box 157 Palmerton, PA 18071 (10/3-10/17)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Betty D. SilfiesWalk, late of 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.
Carol A. Kocher
3917 Wood Drive Walnutport, PA 18088
Co-Executor
Daniel H. Silfies 26 Tulip Drive Newtown, PA 18940
Co-Executor
Daniel G. Spengler, Esquire
Attorneys for the Estate (9/26-10/10)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Marie T. Grube, late of 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.
Lori Rowlands 221 Roosevelt St. Wind Gap, PA 18091 Administrator or Executor
Daniel G. Spengler, Esquire
Spengler Brown Law Offices
110 East Main Street Bath, PA 18014
Attorneys for the Estate (9/26-10/10)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Anna P. Deutsch, Deceased, late of the Borough of Nazareth, County of Northampton, and Commonwealth 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 known the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to:
John S. Deutsch, Jr., Executor
℅ Scott R. Steirer, Esquire
Pierce & Steirer, LLC
124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 (9/26-10/10)
NOTICE OF MEETING CHANGE BOROUGH OF BATH COUNCIL MEETING
The Monthly Meeting of Borough Council scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, 2024 has been rescheduled to Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 6:00 PM.
Borough of Bath Council meetings are held at 121 S. Walnut St., Bath PA 18014 in Council Chambers.
Bradford T. Flynn, Secretary Borough of Bath (10/3 & 10/10)
SECTION 001116 –INVITATION TO BID
Notice is hereby given that Allen Township will receive sealed bids online via the PennBid Program (http://pennbid. bonfirehub.com) until 10:00 AM prevailing time on Monday October 21, 2024 for the Dry Run Interceptor Replacement Project. The work includes but is not limited to all labor, materials, tools, oversight and permits required to install 81 LF of 8” PVC sanitary sewer and 2 Precast manholes in an unpaved easement and abandon a portion of the existing 8” PVC interceptor and 1 manhole in place.
All bidding documents will be available online at no cost via the PennBid Program (http:// pennbid.bonfirehub.com) beginning at 8:00 AM on Wednesday, October 2, 2024.
Immediately following the due date and time, all bids received through PennBid will be opened online at the Engineer’s Office and referred to Allen Township for final award. An abstract of the bids received will be available to bidders on PennBid following the date and time that bids are due as indicated above.
A pre-bid meeting will be held
Allen Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids or portions or to waive any informalities in bidding and to withhold award for a period of sixty days.
On Behalf of Allen Township Barry Isett & Associates, Inc. 5420 Crackersport Road Allentown, PA 18104 (10/3 & 10/10)
Estate of Nicholas F. Politi Jr., deceased, late of Northampton Borough, 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 payment without delay to:
Executor: Eric Michael Politi ℅ Joshua D. Shulman, Esquire
SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC 1935 Center Street Northampton, PA 18067 (10/3-10/17)
NORTHAMPTON COUNTY HALLOWEEN PARADES AND TRICK-OR-TREAT DATES
By SAVANNAH BROWN
HALLOWEEN PARADES
Bangor – Thursday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. at Bangor Park.
Bath – Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. (rain date Oct. 16). Starts at Broad Street and Main Street, ends at Route 987 and Barrall Avenue. Catasauqua/North Catasauqua – Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 6 p.m. (rain date Oct. 23).
City of Bethlehem – 103rd annual parade on Sunday, Oct. 27 at 2 p.m. Easton/Phillipsburg – Sunday, Oct. 27 at 3 p.m. starting on McKeen Street in Phillipsburg and ending at Centre Square Easton. Hellertown – Sunday, Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. (rain or shine). Nazareth – Saturday, Oct. 19 at 1 p.m. (rain or shine).
Northampton Jack Frost – 75th annual parade on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. (rain date Oct. 24).
Northern Lehigh (Slatington/Walnutport) – Canceled.
TRICK-OR-TREAT
Allen Township – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Bangor Borough – Sunday, Oct. 27 from 2 to 5 p.m.
Bath Borough – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Bethlehem City – Friday, Oct. 25 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Bethlehem Township – Friday, Oct. 25 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Bushkill Township – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Catasauqua Borough – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. (rain or shine).
Chapman Borough – Friday, Oct. 25 from 6 to 7 p.m.
East Allen Township – Friday, Oct. 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. (rain date Oct. 26).
East Bangor Borough – Sunday, Oct. 27 from 2 to 5 p.m.
Easton City (Downtown, Southside, Westward and College Hill) – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Forks Township – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Freemansburg Borough – Friday, Oct. 25 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Glendon Borough – N/A
Hanover Township – Friday, Oct. 25 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Hellertown Borough – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Lehigh Township – Friday, Oct. 25 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Lower Mount Bethel Township – Sunday, Oct. 27 from 4 to 6 p.m.
Lower Nazareth Township – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Lower Saucon Township – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Moore Township – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Nazareth Borough – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Northampton Borough – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
North Catasauqua Borough – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. (rain or shine).
Palmer Township – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Pen Argyl Borough – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. (rain or shine).
Plainfield Township – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 5 to 7 p.m. (rain or shine).
Portland Borough – Saturday, Oct. 26 from 4 to 6 p.m.
Roseto Borough – Will be confirmed at the Roseto Borough Council meeting on Monday, Oct. 7. Check back for update.
Stockertown Borough – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Tatamy Borough – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Upper Mount Bethel Township – Sunday, Oct. 27 from 2 to 5 p.m.
Upper Nazareth Township – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Walnutport Borough – Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Washington Township – Sunday, Oct. 27 from 2 to 5 p.m.
West Easton Borough – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Williams Township – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Wilson Borough – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Wind Gap Borough – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Collection efforts In Nazareth area for Hurricane relief trip
By HOME NEWS STAFF
Operation Hope Trek, a Nazareth area collection effort for hurricane relief through the Every Ribbon Counts Foundation, is currently collecting donations to help those affected by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina.
Collection locations are: Dryland UCC, 4415 Newburg Rd., Nazareth (drop items by the back double glass doors); Dr. Susan’s pH office, 452 Manor Dr., Nazareth (drop items on the front porch); and the Northampton County Annual Festival at the Hurricane Donation Booth on
Oct. 12 only from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Louise Moore Park, 151 Country Club Rd., Easton.
Items being collected are: clear plastic totes with lids (ones that can be easily carried), water, granola/snack/fruit/breakfast bars, ready-to-eat food in cans with pop-top lids, take-out food containers, plastic silverware (must be prewrapped for individual serving), boots/rubber boots, sweatshirts/jackets/t-shirts, solar phone chargers, flashlights and batteries, baby wipes, baby food, pet food, duct tape, 5-gallon buckets, backpacks, first aid kits,
HOME BINGO
air mattresses and bedding, tents and clothing.
For a complete list of items being collected, visit everyribboncounts.com. All items donated must be in plastic bins. Items dropped off in garbage bags will not be transported.
All items are due at the collection locations by Saturday, Oct. 12. The truck transporting the collections will depart on Tuesday, Oct. 15.
For more information, call 610-417-2448, or email info@ everyribboncounts.com.
Nazareth Borough Council
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one carbon monoxide alarm, one dwelling fire, one gas leak, one move-up assignment, four pump details, one odor investigation and 11 mutual aid calls.
The September monthly police report showed 398 total police activity/calls for service, 32 crimes reported and investigated, 22 criminal arrests, four drug-related crimes, eight Part 1 offenses, 123 traffic citations, 101 warnings issued, three reportable traffic accidents and 13 non-reportable traffic accidents, as well as 166 parking enforcement officer violations and 69 officer issued violations, for a total of 235 parking tickets issued for the month.
Additionally, council unanimously approved advertisement of the budget meeting, which will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 23 at 6 p.m. and to cancel the monthly workshop meeting on Oct. 31, which has been rescheduled for Monday, Nov. 4 at 5 p.m. All
meetings for the duration of October and November will be held at the Nazareth Regional Ambulance Corps building in the back area due to the construction being done on Borough Hall.
The next Nazareth Borough Council meeting will be held on Monday, Nov. 4 at 6 p.m. at Nazareth Regional Ambulance Corps, located at 519 Seip Ave.
Northampton Resident And DeSales University Student
Shawn Laub to Perform in ‘The Servant of Two Masters’
Submitted by TOM MCNA-
MARA
next meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 16.
In other news, several exciting events are coming up in the borough.
The annual Jack Frost Parade will be on Oct. 17, and trick-ortreat on Oct. 31.
“Thank you to all the families who open their doors and take care of the kids,” said Mayor Pristash.
Meanwhile, the Northampton Borough Fire Department’s inaugural monthly breakfast buffet will be held on Nov. 10 from 8 until 11 a.m. at 4 Lerchenmiller Dr. The all-you-can-eat breakfast is $11 for adults, $9 for seniors and $6 for children. Children under 4 are free. The proceeds will help support the fire department.
Include: Photographer’s name, description of photo, date & location taken
OCT. 28
Winner featured in OCT. 31 issue of
Northampton resident and DeSales University theatre major Shawn Laub will play Pantalone dei Bisognosi in the university's Act 1 production of the classic comedy, Carlo Goldoni's "The Servant of Two Masters," from Oct. 10 until Oct. 20, in the Schubert Theatre of the Labuda Center for the Performing Arts, 2755 Station Ave., Center Valley. Act 1 is the highly acclaimed producing arm of the DeSales University Division of Performing Arts that encourages students to bring truth and beauty to the world through their art forms in plays, musicals, children's theatre, dance concerts and film festivals.
Truffaldino, a servant obsessed with his own hunger and wellbeing, seizes an opportunity to possibly earn an extra dinner by becoming servant to a second master in this 1789 Italian comedy. Attempting to keep both masters ignorant to his plan, Truffaldino tends to them both, including serving both parties at a banquet, all while trying to have his own meal.
Filled with mistaken identities, lost loves, a sword fight, and the inevitable letter and payment mix-ups, the play is an enjoyable classic farce inspired by the Italian commedia dell'arte.
For further information, please visit our website, www.desales. edu.
Moore
Elementary Student Performs in ‘The Mystery Of Edwin Drood’
Submitted by TRACY
BERGER-CARMEN
Star of the Day Event Productions presents “The Mystery of Edwin Drood,” a musical written by Rupert Holmes, based on the unfinished Charles Dickens novel of the same name, at St. John’s UCC in Emmaus this weekend. The musical stages of Charles Dickens’ final and unfinished
Instructions
Ingredients
1/4 cup raw pecans
2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
3 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
flaky sea salt
3 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
6 cups arugula or shredded kale
2 honeycrisp apples, thinly sliced
1 avocado, diced arils from 1 pomegranate
1/2 cup crumbled feta or blue cheese
Apple Vinaigrette
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1 tablespoon apple butter (optional)
2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage kosher salt and black pepper
1. Preheat the oven to 350° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. On the prepared baking sheet, toss together the pecans, pumpkin seeds, maple, cayenne, and cinnamon. Arrange in a single layer. Lay the prosciutto flat around the nuts. Transfer to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the nuts are toasted and the prosciutto is crisp. Watch both closely. Sprinkle the nuts with sea salt.
3. Meanwhile, in a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, apples, avocado, and pomegranate arils.
4. To make the vinaigrette. Combine all ingredients in a jar with a lid and shake. Taste and adjust as needed.
5. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad, tossing to combine. Top the salad with toasted nuts, prosciutto, and feta or blue cheese. Eat and enjoy!
If you have a recipe you’d like to share with our readers, email it to cstroh@homenewspa.com or mail to PO Box A, Walnutport, PA 18088.
novel “The Mystery of Edwin Drood” was written in a style hearkening to British pantomime and music hall genres that had reached a height of popularity around the time of Dickens’ death.
So, since Dickens never finished the novel, Holmes, the musical’s creator, leaves the ending up to the audience every night. That’s right! Each audience will get a different ending every night.
Opening night was last Friday, however the fun continues this Friday and Saturday night, Oct. 11 and 12, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, Oct. 13, at 3 p.m. Star of the Day is located in the fellowship hall of St. John’s UCC, 139 N. Fourth St. in Emmaus.
David Carmen, a fourth grader at Moore Elementary School and the youngest member in the cast, plays “Deputy” and “Nick Cricker Jr.” in the musical. This marks Carmen’s seventh musical production, as he has performed on various stages throughout the Lehigh Valley since he was 6 years old.
Northampton Borough Police Report
SEPTEMBER 25
Check person/welfare in the 2100 block of Lincoln Ave. Request to check the welfare of a female.
Traffic stop in the 2100 block of Main St., E. 9th St. and Main St., W. 9th St., E. 15th St. and Main St., and the 200 block of Line Alley. Traffic stops were conducted.
Civil matter in the 100 block of E. 4th St., the 1900 block of Washington Ave., and the 1600 block of Newport Ave. Reports of civil issues.
Non-reportable accident, Horwith Dr. and Hollow Ln. involving two vehicles.
Check person/welfare in the 1900 block of Center St. Request to check the welfare of a female.
Suspicious act in the 2200 block of Main St. Report of a suspicious act.
SEPTEMBER 26
Domestic in the 1300 block of Stewart St. between a male and a female.
Check person/welfare in the 900 block of Main St. Request to check the welfare of a female.
Traffic stop, Lincoln Ave. and E. 21st St. A traffic stop was conducted.
Check person/welfare in the 1800 block of Center St. Request to check the welfare of a male.
Juvenile problem, E. 4th St. and Main St., the 1300 block of Newport Ave., Smith Ln., and the 2900 block of Center Rd. Reports of juvenile issues.
Tickets are available online at https://app.arts-people.com/ index.php?actions=4&p=4 or at the door. Entry for students is $16.50, seniors $18.50 and adults $22. A discounted entry of $10 is available to students at the door only. The concession stand will be open (cash only). Monetary donations are also being collected for the Hurricane Helene emergency relief fund in conjunction with St. John’s.
Andy’s Corner
By ANDY WEAVER
The Nazareth football team went to Liberty on Oct. 4 and won, and will be at Bethlehem Catholic on Saturday, Oct. 12 at
7 p.m.
The girls tennis team went to Parkland in the DXI Quarterfinal on Oct. 7 and lost to close out their season.
The girls volleyball team this past week beat Northampton, lost to Bethlehem Catholic and Liberty, and then hosted Easton on Oct. 9.
The field hockey team this past week beat Parkland, lost to Emmaus and beat Southern Lehigh.
They also hosted Easton on Oct. 8.
The boys soccer team this past week lost to Northampton, Emmaus and Freedom, and then hosted Easton on Oct. 9.
The girls soccer team this past week beat Northampton, Emmaus and Freedom, and then competed at Easton on Oct. 9.
For up-to-the-minute sports news, visit https://nazarethsports. wordpress.com/.
completely covered in white; some of their natural brown can be showing.) Let dry.
Step 3: Paint the white pinecones with your selected colors. Set aside to dry.
Step 4: Option to paint details on your pinecones to make them look more like flowers.
Step 5: Once you’re finished painting and the pinecones are completely dry, begin attaching them to the wreath. Place each pinecone where you’d like it in your wire wreath, then flip over and wrap some floral wire around the bottom half of the flower, and attach by twisting it around the wire wreath. Repeat to create the entire wreath.
Step 6: To finish your wreath, hang it with a pretty ribbon, piece of burlap, wreath hanger or hook.