The winners of Division 1, Girl Scout Troop No. 8189, designed their float as a replica of Becky’s Drive-In.
Division 1: Girl Scout Troop No. 8189 • Division 2: Keystone Rod and Gun Club Division 3: Arthofer Towing and Transport • Division 4: Lost Riders
By SAVANNAH BROWN
The Bath Borough Council met Wednesday, Oct. 16 to discuss committee reports, upcoming events, adopting the 2025 budget, appointment of a new solicitor and current projects.
Councilman James Lisiecki divulged that Gage Landis’ Eagle Scout project is moving
along with construction on the birdhouses, rainbow bridge and benches. Landis, who is part of Troop 43 (chartered by Sacred Heart Church), reached out to the borough to see if they would donate mulch and stone for his project, which will be paid for out of the 2024 Parks and Recreation fund.
Sometime before the end of the year, Landis will also be hosting a fundraiser for his project at Iron Hill Brewery in Whitehall. Those wishing to support Landis’ Eagle Scout project will be able to obtain a voucher online, which can be
By SAVANNAH BROWN
Kim Davis, a beloved family man and Northampton High School teacher, coach and sports announcer, passed away on Sept. 18 at just 72 years young. Known for his love of movies, Davis left behind a legacy of kindness, dedication and passion for his community.
Davis’ roots in the Northamp-
ton community run deep. A graduate of Northampton High School, class of 1970, he excelled in sports, playing football, basketball, baseball and track. His passion for athletics and education guided him to a successful 30-year career as a teacher and coach at his alma mater. He was known for his compassion and was a strong advocate for stu-
dents with special needs, always going above and beyond to support them.
Davis’ impact extended beyond the classroom and the athletic field. He was also the voice of the Lehigh Valley Steelhawks and announced numerous Northampton High School athletic events.
August Serensits Jr. unveiling a plaque at the Lawrence/Dragon Cement Company in 1943
A few weeks ago, we were given a nostalgic photograph taking us back to 1943. In the photo, a young serviceman, a Dragon employee, unveiled a ceremonial plaque at the Dragon Cement Company plant in Northampton’s First Ward. A few buildings of the landmark plant still stand behind the Siegfried Railroad Station.
The serviceman, Mr. August Serensits Jr., was the grandfather of Jerry Serensits, Northampton Borough’s Zoning Officer. Jerry shared the photograph and his grandfather’s World War II service record.
This is the story of a young man who survived a crucial battle in France in 1944.
August Serensits Jr. was born in 1919 at the family’s Newport, Stewart Street home in Northampton. He was the oldest of 16 children.
After the war, the family would move to the corner of Ninth and Dewey in Northampton. August Jr. attended Northampton High School, but left school to help support the family. This was the 1930s! The United States faced
the Great Depression and jobs were difficult to find. At the height of the Depression, unemployment reached 25%.
August’s father was a Dragon Cement employee.
In 1941, after Pearl Harbor, the United States entered World War II.
August Jr. was one of the first men to be drafted from his Newport neighborhood. The draft board was located on Main Street, Northampton at the former Allen Trust Bank, later home to the VFW. Old-timers recall when draftees boarded trains at the Central Railroad Station and the Siegfried Station when they left to serve the nation.
After passing his physical test, August Jr. was sent to Camp Beauregard, Louisiana. The camp
Submitted by
MARY ANN ENDY
The Vietnam dog handlers and their dogs saved thousands of American lives. This banner of the late Brian Taras and his Scout Dog Gretel, located on Route 946 towards Danielsville, gives recognition to the two of them.
Taras divulged in an interview on war dogs in 2000 that recognition of Gretel and the other war dogs was more important to him than recognition of his own service to our country, said Mary Ann Endy.
Gretel was not a forgotten hero by her handler. Taras honored her by purchasing a brick with her name on it. He did not feel that it was necessary to honor himself; just her. It is located on the brick walkway at the Lehigh Northampton Vietnam Veterans Memorial located at the VFW Post 9264 in Macungie.
When Taras left Vietnam to come home, he had to board the plane with mixed, heart-felt emotions; difficulty accepting the separation from his beloved dog, and returning home to his family and friends.
Now they are together again forever. Gretel and he were a scout team for his whole tour of duty.
For the dog handlers, the scout dog was more than a dog, they were their best friends and the only reason that handlers survived. Soldiers died trying to save their dogs' lives, and many canines took the brunt of booby trap explosions, saving the lives of handlers. The dogs warned troops about ambushes and saved lives by dragging wounded soldiers to safety, without consideration for their own wounds.
The teams were so effective in Vietnam that the Viet Cong (VC) posted bounties on the handlers and their dogs.
Sergeant Brian Taras of Lehigh Township served in the United States Army in the 39th Infantry Scout Dog Platoon, attached to the 173rd Airborne Division, II Corps, LZ English, South Vietnam from June 1969 to June 1970. He was awarded the Purple Heart twice, the Bronze Star Medal and the Army Commendation Medal.
Brian Taras and his Scout Dog Gretel received the Chapel of Four Chaplains Humanitarian Award in 2001. It was in recognition for the countless lives that they saved in Vietnam and Taras speaking to organizations on those forgotten four-legged heroes.
Today, Lehigh Township salutes these two American heroes.
In the words of his daughter, Rachel, “I was blown away by seeing my Dad's flag yesterday. I'm extremely proud!”
Honor our hometown heroes. Forms can be picked up at the American Legion Post 899, located 1140 Municipal Rd., Walnutport. For additional information, please contact Hometown Heroes Banner Program Coordinator Jeff Weidner at 484-426-8639 or Post No. 899 at 610-767-2393. And to all of our veterans, thank you for your service!
Lyla and her grandfather on vacation in Cape May, N.J.
His familiar voice at local games made him a well-known part of the community, and his passion for sports was matched only by his love for movies and music.
While he requested no formal funeral, his granddaughter, Lyla Schneck, is organizing a heartfelt tribute in his honor at Becky’s Drive-In on Saturday, Oct. 26, which will combine two things her grandfather loved most: movies and helping others.
For Lyla, this tribute is more than just a fundraiser—it’s a personal project tied to her participation in DECA, a business leadership program at Northampton High School. Initially planning a different Community Giving Project, Lyla shifted her focus to organizing this cinematic event after speaking with her DECA teacher about her desire to honor her grandfather, who then encouraged Lyla to make it part of her DECA project.
A young Lyla sleeps soundly curled up in her grandfather’s loving arms. about seven or eight years old.
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Growing up, Lyla shared many cherished memories with her grandfather. Every summer, the family would spend time at their beach house in Cape May, New Jersey. She fondly remembers summer nights there where she, her mom and her grandfather would stay up late watching “The Twilight Zone” together.
One of Lyla’s favorite memories was a trip to Hawaii with just her grandparents when she was
They visited her uncle, who lived there, and spent time at the Pearl Harbor exhibit where Lyla recalls picking a pearl out of a clam as a tourist souvenir. The vendor, banking on Davis’ love for his granddaughter, also charmed him into buying Lyla the necklace to go with it.
“I still have it,” she revealed, forever treasuring the meaningful memento of their trip.
Sunday evenings were another special tradition. Lyla and her mom would head over to her
grandparent’s house where they would gather to watch “Wicked Tuna.” Without fail, her grandfather would crack a joke in a Boston accent whenever the fishermen caught a big one.
“It’s a screamer!” he’d shout, mimicking the show, leaving them all in fits of laughter.
Lyla’s grandmother, Kathleen Davis—known affectionately by her family as “Kathy Camera Hands” because of her love for taking photos—captured many of these precious moments on film.
“We have so many photos to remember him by, and that’s something I’m so thankful for,” Lyla said.
Davis was the first to hold Lyla when she was born, a moment he was incredibly proud of, and throughout her life, he remained one of her biggest supporters.
A three-time survivor of lymphoma, Kim was resilient and strong. His health battles never dampened his spirit or the love he had for his family and community.
Lyla fondly remembers how he always took care of those around him.
“He was always asking if we needed lunch or gas money,” she said. “He just wanted to make sure everyone was okay.”
Oct. 26, it will be more than just a movie night—it will be a celebration of a life well-lived. Kim Davis was a man who touched many lives, through his work as a teacher, coach, announcer and most importantly, a loving husband, father and grandfather.
The evening will showcase a special double feature of two of his favorite films, “Catch Me If You Can” and “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade,” with all proceeds going to causes that mattered to him, including St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and Peaceable Kingdom animal shelter.
Gates will open at 5:30 p.m. and the first movie will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets will be $12 for adults and $8 for children aged 4-12.
In addition to the movie screenings, there will also be a donation box and tribute t-shirts for sale. The shirts, emblazoned with "Kim Davis Tribute Night" on the front, will feature his birth and death dates on the back, along with a lyric from a Jimmy Buffet song—another of Davis’ favorites: “But I can go to the movies and see it all there, just the
way that it used to be.”
Through this special tribute, Lyla hopes to keep her grandfather’s memory alive, honoring him in the way he would have loved most—watching movies on the big screen, surrounded by friends and family.
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was later renamed Camp Polk. August Jr. was assigned to the U.S. Army Armored 83rd Reconnaissance Battalion to be trained in tank warfare.
August Jr. also received advanced tank warfare training at the California Desert Center and Camp Pickett, now known as Fort Barfoot. August Jr.’s battalion participated in intensive training exercises.
A young man from Northampton was now a new member of a five-man tank crew! The unit was sent to England. Well trained, they would see action in either Europe or the sands of North Africa.
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This silver screen tribute isn’t just about remembering Kim Davis; it’s about celebrating the life of a man who brought joy to so many. It’s a chance for the community to come together, enjoy a night of movies under the stars, and continue Davis’ tradition of helping others, just as he did throughout his life.
As the community gathers at Becky’s Drive-In on Saturday,
Kathleen M. (Sipos) Deichmeister, 86 years of age, passed peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024 at her home.
Born on June 8, 1938 in Northampton, Pa., she was the daughter of the late John J. and Emma (Yandrasitz) Sipos. She was the oldest of three children, predeceased by her brother John J. Sipos Jr. in 2013. Kathleen was a graduate of Northampton High School, class of 1956. She retired from Guardian Insurance Company and spent time volunteering in the Northampton Area School District. She was a member of Queenship of Mary Roman Catholic Church, Northampton, Pa.
Kathleen was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her greatest joy was being around her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was an avid Penn State fan, following the football team every weekend. "Toots,” as her friends called her, was also a lifelong Mets fan, hoping for a World Series title this year. She cherished family vacations in Ocean City, N.J. and loved spending time in her backyard pool.
Kathleen leaves her loving memory to son, Edward J. Deichmeister and fiancé Pamela Rockacy of Marco Island, Fla.; daughter, Kathy Shipwash and husband Donald of Walnutport, Pa.; sister, Eileen Sipos of Northampton, Pa.; grandsons, Joshua Cassium and wife Amanda of Walnutport, Pa., and Zack Vincler of Los Angeles, Calif. and four great-grandchildren, Jayden Bleiler, Kendall, Keegan and Dominic Cassium.
A private graveside service will be held at Our Lady of Hungary Cemetery, Northampton, Pa.
Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to St.
Jude Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, Pa., has been entrusted with her care and arrangements.
Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.schislerfuneralhomes.com.
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 610-923-0382. We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify.
Annual Mayor’s Community Campfire- Canceled due to dryness of the field and surrounding township burn bans.
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.
For more information and additional senior centers in Northampton County, visit www.northamptoncounty.org.
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 610-262-4977.
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scanned at the brewery for 20% of the cost of food being donated toward his project. The dine and donate date will be posted on the borough’s Facebook page when determined.
Borough Engineer Ronald B. Madison also updated council on the Route 248 realignment project, stating that construction has commenced with tree trimming, which will be followed by utility relocation and then the actual bridge and realignment construction. The project is still on schedule to be completed by October 2027.
In other news, council unanimously voted to appoint the law offices of Grim, Biehn & Thatcher to fill the solicitorship position by Patrick Armstrong, effective Oct. 17. Borough Solicitor James F. Kratz will work with Armstrong for the remainder of 2024 and Armstrong will take on all new cases brought by the borough prior to Kratz’ departure at the end of the year. Council also unanimously approved the following motions: awarding a $89,600 COSTARS contract for the FD/ PW oil-fired boiler to natural gas upgrade project to Rybnick Mechanical Contractors pending review by the new solicitor; redirecting $25,000 from the Grow NorCO Grant from
Phase I’s park improvements for trail work to the Ciff Cowling announcer booth porch/band shell project; the prospective permanent and temporary construction easement for a UGI gas main; awarding a bid for the Old Forge Estates solar LED street lighting upgrade project, which was awarded to Billitier Electric Inc. for $400,599 and will be partially funded by $310,000 in various grants that the borough applied for/received, and partially using funds from the general funds account for the remaining $90,599; and to publicly advertise the borough’s 2025 budget with no tax increase for residents, which maintains the boroughs 17.45 millage rate.
Last, council unanimously approved a time extension for the Bathwick Apartment Development preliminary/final land subdivision application at 303 W. Main St. through April 30, 2025.
As a reminder, the Bath Borough Annual Mayor’s Community Campfire has been canceled. However, the borough’s trick-or-treat night will still be held on Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. and Treats-with-aTrooper will also be on Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. outside Borough Hall.
The next Bath Borough Council regular monthly meeting will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 6 p.m. in Borough Hall, located at 121 S. Walnut St.
4129 South Church Street
Whitehall, Pa. 18052
Monday, November 4
7:00pm – 8:00pm
Join with us for a special evening of prayer. It does not matter what church you go to or what your political affiliation is. It will not be a regular church service. There will be no sermon given and the only offering will be the prayers we offer up to the throne of God. There will be no mention of individual political candidates, parties, or platforms. This is a gathering of prayer for the heart and soul and future of our nation, our families, and the universal Body of Christ world-wide.
“If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.”
2 Chronicles 7:14
Info: 610-761-7636 or pastorbradegyptcc@gmail.com
By SAVANNAH BROWN
During the Bath Borough Council meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 16, council unanimously approved a motion to publicly advertise the borough’s 2025 budget with no anticipated tax increase for residents, which maintains the borough’s 17.45 millage rate.
The 2025 budget also includes a memorandum that states:
“While there is no property tax increase anticipated for 2025, residents/property owners are reminded that the MS4 Fund will likely generate its first issuance of the Storm Water Utility fee. These fees are expected to begin by the first or second quarter of
2025.”
During a public sub-committee information session on June 24, the borough announced their consideration of implementing a tiered system for Storm Water Utility fees, but the details are still being worked out.
Based on this system, properties with less than 300 square feet of impervious coverage would be charged $0, properties between 300 and 2,000 square feet would be charged $20 per quarter or $80 per year, properties between 2,001 and 4,000 square feet would be charged $25 per quarter or $100 per year and properties with 4,001 square feet or more would be charged $30 for
every 2,000 square feet quarterly or $120 per 2,000 square feet annually.
A GIS database analysis determined that Bath has around 750 single family residential parcels and 4.8 million square feet of impervious area. Out of a 20% sample (150 parcels), the mean impervious area was 3,618 square feet per residential dwelling, whereas the mean of 20% (109 parcels) of the borough’s nonsingle family and non-residential parcels was 19,231 square feet per parcel.
To accurately determine each property’s amount of impervious coverage, aerial photography will be used. Residents will also be able to file appeals retroactively if they believe their property’s impervious coverage is not properly assessed.
Moreover, since each property’s area of impervious coverage will determine its Storm Water Utility fee, tax-exempt entities that often have significantly larger areas
Submitted by RUTHANN MANN
The Moore Township LionessLions club will be hosting their semi-annual penny party on Sunday, Oct. 27, at the Klecknersville Rangers Fire Company Hall (routes 946 and 987, just north of Bath).
All ages can attend to enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with games of chance, good food and fellowship. Homemade food, including homemade baked goods, and drinks can be purchased starting at 11:30 a.m. and throughout the afternoon.
You can bring your own pennies, or purchase them along with game tickets (which include a free ticket for door prizes and a $5 certificate for the following penny party), raffle tickets for a huge Thanksgiving dinner basket and tickets for basket social items.
The doors will open at 11:30 a.m., with the penny party starting at 1 p.m.
For more information, contact Stacy Flyte at 484-239-2465.
7905 Township Line Road, Bath, PA
Sunday, November 3, 2024 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
*Open to the Public* #24-00144 | Permit 4
East Bath Rod & Gun Club 7905 Township Line Road, Bath
Turkey & Gun Raffle Tickets at Door
Submitted
by BECKY
BARTLETT
The Northampton County Sheriff’s Department (NCSD) has received several calls from citizens reporting that they received a phone call from “Sgt. James Riley” of the NCSD. “Riley” then informs them that they have a warrant or that they owe fines and threatens them with jail time if the fines are not paid by credit card or bitcoin.
The public should be aware that this is a scam. The Northampton County Sheriff’s Department does not call residents and solicit money in lieu of arrest.
Please report any suspicious solicitations to the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s office at
1-800-441-2555 or email them to scams@attorneygeneral.gov.
By HOME NEWS STAFF
Wreaths Across America Day is Saturday, Dec. 14, at the Fairview Cemetery on Community Drive (Moore Township). Wreaths Across America is a national nonprofit whose year-long mission is to “remember the fallen, honor those who serve and teach our children the value of freedom.” Wreaths for Fairview is currently seeking sponsors so that each veteran at Fairview receives a wreath this year. Around 350 wreaths are still needed in order to meet full coverage. If you would like to sponsor a wreath, visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/PA0849.
Submitted by BECKY BARTLETT
The Northampton County Parks and Recreation Division will host an evening program with live bats at Louise W. Moore Park (Pavilion 1) from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 25. Join Sue Gallagher, Chief Naturalist with the Carbon County Environmental Education Center, for this free program about some of our wildlife neighbors— bats.
Sue will talk about local bats in Eastern Pennsylvania and the hazards they face. She will also speak about bat myths and misconceptions, the importance of bats in ecosystems worldwide, and, most importantly, how to help bats in your community. Sue will bring one or two of her live fruit bats, which serve as educational ambassadors on behalf of all 1,400 species of bats found around the globe.
The program will be canceled only in the event of severe weather.
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CAROL BEAR-HECKMAN
This week’s featured historic home is a mid-18th century fieldstone farmhouse, at one time the centerpiece of a large tract of farmland that included a stone bank barn, blacksmith shop, and numerous outbuildings along Howertown Road in Northampton. Owned by Richard and Rosealee Webster, it has seen many changes in approximately 250 years of existence. When the house was purchased by the Websters, the amazing fieldstone was covered in cement. It has since been exposed and repointed, new win-
dows were installed and many exterior improvements were made. Over the years of ownership, the interior was saved from attempts at modernization that included paneled walls, ceiling tiles and indoor/outdoor carpeting. This home was on the house tour in 2007, the same year that a two-story addition was added. Since that time, the kitchen has been completely updated and all four rooms and bathroom on the second floor of the original farmhouse have been restored, as well as the third floor. This year, the third floor will be open for the tour for the first time.
OCTOBER 4
Traffic stop, W. 9th St., the 1000 block, the 1300 block, the 1800 block and the 2000 block of Main St., W. 9th St. and Main St., the unit block of W. 21st St., and the 1600 block of Laubach Ave. Traffic stops were conducted.
EMS ambulance assist in the
2100 block of Hokendauqua Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.
Civil matter in the 800 block and the 2200 block of Main St. Reports of civil issues.
EMS ambulance assist in the 700 block of E. 18th St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.
Theft, other in the 2100 block of Washington Ave. Report of a package taken from the lobby of an apartment building.
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Traffic stop in the 900 block and the 1800 block of Main St., and the 600 block of E. 4th St. Traffic stops were conducted.
Check person/welfare, W. 9th St. Request to check the welfare of a male.
Disturbance in the 1500 block of Main St. Report of a disturbance.
Check person/welfare in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Request to check the welfare of a female.
Death, attended/unattended in the 400 block of E. 5th St. Report of an unattended death.
Non-reportable accident, W. 21st St. and Center St. involving two vehicles.
Juvenile problem in the 1000 block of Main St. Report of a juvenile issue.
Civil matter in the 1800 block of Main St. Report of a civil issue.
Check person/welfare in the 1900 block of Main St. Request to check the welfare of a female.
Traffic stop, W. 9th St. A traffic stop was conducted.
EMS ambulance assist in the 1600 block of Main St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.
Civil matter in the 1900 block of Main St. Report of a civil issue.
EMS ambulance assist in the 400 block of E. 12th St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.
Suspicious vehicle in the 300 block of Adaire Ct. Report of a suspicious vehicle.
Theft of bicycle in the 200 block of Hollow Ln. Report of a green GT Performer bike with white on spokes and slick (no tread) tires taken off a front porch by a white male wearing a baseball cap.
Fire call in the 1400 block of Washington Ave. Officers assist Northampton Fire Department.
Assist person in the 2100 block of Washington Ave. Officers assist a male.
Traffic stop in the 1300 block of Main St. A traffic stop was conducted.
Fire call in the 1600 block of Laubach Ave. Officers assist Northampton Fire Department.
Civil matter in the 600 block of Lincoln Ave., and the 2200 block of Beil Alley. Reports of civil issues.
Check person/welfare in the 2000 block of Main St., and the 1600 block of Washington Ave. Requests to check the welfare of females.
Reportable accident in the 500 block of Main St. involving two vehicles.
Friday, November 1 from 3 to 9 p.m.
Saturday, November 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, November 3 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Drawing at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday (no need to be present to win)
Come out for a chance to win on any of the three days this event is held
LARGE variety of baskets tofrom!choose
By KERI LINDENMUTH
During their meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 16, Northampton Borough Council voted 6-2 to reject a resolution that would allow Imperial Realty, owners of the former Cement Bank at the corner of Main and 21st streets, to apply for a Main Street Matters grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development. This vote was later amended 7-0 in favor of tabling the decision until council’s Nov. 7 meeting.
The decision came after several members of council voiced apprehension about the borough signing on to the grant as a public applicant, adding that they want more information on the residential and commercial space Imperial Realty plans to develop.
“The people that sit up here care about this borough and want to represent both our borough and our residents fairly,” said Councilwoman Judith Haldeman.
“We’re not really trying to stop anything…obviously, we want our borough to be a place to live
that people can be proud of,” she continued. “[We are] just looking for assurances that we’re going to have good opportunities here.”
On Oct. 3, Vito Gallo, principal consultant at VGG Consulting, appeared before council on behalf of the developer. He said plans, while still in the works, include first-floor retail and commercial space, along with upperlevel residential units, including ADA apartments.
The Main Street Matters grant would provide roughly $3.5 million in funding for upgrades to the building. However, the developers need a public applicant to submit the grant.
Before the vote, Mayor Tony Pristash urged council to approve the resolution. Doing so would require no funding from the borough.
State Representative Zach Mako and State Senator Nick Miller already voiced support for this application.
“This vote will send a message [to business owners],” he said. “This is a great opportunity for
us to help build and start a foundation.”
He hoped this grant would be the start of many to help business owners revitalize Main Street.
The deadline to apply for this funding is Nov. 12, however, developers still hope that council can still approve the resolution on Nov. 7. They said they are happy to meet with council and answer any questions. They also agreed to a hold-harmless clause and stressed they have no intention to “flip” on the borough by changing their plans, should the grant be awarded.
“We fully intend to go through your zoning and planning committees,” Gallo said.
Disturbance, Clear Springs Dr. and Horwith Dr., and the 1500 block of Main St. Reports of disturbances.
Juvenile problem in the 1500 block of Poplar St. Report of a juvenile issue.
Criminal mischief, E. 7th St. and Lincoln Ave. Report of the driver side mirror of a legally
parked vehicle smashed.
Assist person in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist a male and a female.
EMS ambulance assist in the 2100 block of Washington Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.
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Coverage from the Monday, Oct. 14 Northampton School Board meeting will be published in the Oct. 31 issue of The Home News.
Check person/welfare, Lincoln Ave. and E. 17th St. Request to check the welfare of a male.
Juvenile problem in the 1700 block of Franklin St. Report of a juvenile issue.
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Check person/welfare in the 2200 block of Beil Alley. Request to check the welfare of a female.
EMS ambulance assist in the 100 block of W. 30th St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.
Fire call in the 1700 block of Main St. Officers assist Northampton Fire Department.
Civil matter in the 2100 block of Washington Ave. report of a civil issue.
Disabled vehicle, E. 4th St. and Howertown Rd. Report of a disabled vehicle.
Warrant service/served, E. 4th St. and Main St. A female with an outstanding warrant out of Lehigh County, was taken into custody and transported to the station. She was transported by an Officer to Lehigh County Prison.
Reportable accident, E. 21st St. and Mill St. involving one vehicle.
Non-reportable accident in the 2000 block of Main St. involving two vehicles.
Domestic in the 2000 block of Canal St. between a male and a female.
Check building in the 1500 block of Main St. Request to check a building.
Individual
First- Debra Koch “Nightmare Before Christmas”
Second- Brianna Snyder “Beetlejuice”
Small Group
First- Killino Family “Mythical Creatures”
Second- Todd Buchman “Party Animals”
Third- Memorial Library Of Nazareth “Scary Good Reads”
Larger Group
First- Nazareth Cheerleaders
Second- Jeannie Cardinal's
School Of Dance
Third- Clipper Cheerleaders
Girl Scouts
First- Nazareth Area Girl Scouts
Boy Scouts
First- Cub Pack 44 Floats
First- Fox Summit Farms
Second- Gerstenburg Properties
Third- Interstate Landscaping
Fourth- Nolder Trucking Special Judges Award
Creeks Edge Farms
submitted by DAVID CASEY
Sandwiching 6-1 and 2-0 wins around a 2-1 loss to Farmersville, St. Paul’s remains in 1st place in the Dart League. Leading the way for St. Paul’s were Roger Kern 6 for 12, Kevin Gross 5 fo r 10, and Jason Gross 5 for 12. Sue Grim was the only hitter for Farmersville going 4 for 10.
Defending ‘Champ’s’ Dryland move into 2nd place with a ‘sweep’ of Blessed Trinity by scores of 4-2,10-5, and 4-3. For Dryland, Butch Silfies was 8 for 14 (HR), Larry Golick 5 for 13, Jeff Ashenfalder 3 for 8 (HR), and Trevor Zavacki with a HR. Eric Harper was 5 for 10, ‘Buzz’ Heidecker 4 for 5, Andy Mickelson 4 for 9 (HR), Ken Remaly 3 for 8 (HR), AND Tim Heidelmark with a HR for Blessed Trinity.
In other action, Star of Bethlehem beat Ebenezer 12-5 and 7-3,
losing the ‘nightcap’ 8-1. Top hitters included Walt Hoffert 6 for 12, Ron Frankenfield 6 for 12(hitting the ‘cycle’ for the night), Scott Hoffert 6 for 14, Kyle Taylor 5 for 12, and Bill Hoke Sr. with a HR for Star of Bethlehem. Brenden Belvins was 9 for 15, Paul Yoder 6 for 14, Joe Kish 5 for 13 (HR), with HR’s from Joey Kish, Joey Belvins, and Zane Belvins for Ebenezer. The final match of the night saw Christ UCC losing the ‘nightcap; 2-0 to Emmanuel after winning the first two games 4-2 and 3-2. Leading hitters for Christ UCC were George Gasper 5 for 10, Garry Hun sicker 4 for 11, and Donny Laudenslager also 4 for 11. Jon Rice was 5 for 11, and Chuck Achenzie 5 for 12 (HR) for Emmanuel.
Paul’s
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The Websters explain, “During our years of ownership, extensive interior renovations were done, including the exposing and refinishing of the original pine floors of the first, second and third floors, exposing interior stone walls and uncovering the original stone corner fireplace in the living room. The mantel, which had been removed by previous owners, has been replaced with a beam recovered from an old barn. The two-story addition, completed in 2007, has random width pine floors salvaged from a local 100-plus-year-old structure. The first floor includes a great room, laundry room, mud room, pantry and full bath. The second floor is a master bedroom suite with fireplace, master bath and walk-in closet.”
The Websters continue, “As you walk through each room, please take notice of the various antique collections and feel free to ask questions about things you find interesting. We have collected antiques for a number of years and continue to search for the unusual items to enhance the historic era of the home.”
All three floors of the original stone home and both floors of the addition will be open for the tour.
For the Christmas tour, the Webster home will be decorated
by Dorothy of Hometown Floral (formerly D & S Florist) in Northampton. Ticket tour booklets will have sketches and descriptions of each of the nine homes and buildings open for the tour as well as a map and written directions. Saturday tour ticket booklets will go on sale on Nov. 16. Advance tickets are $25, and tickets purchased the day of the tour are $30.
To be a patron, or a volunteer, or for more information call Carol at 610-390-0555.
Submitted by TRACY POLOVICK
Rep. Zach Mako (R-Lehigh/ Northampton) and Sens. Jarrett Coleman (R-Lehigh/Bucks) and Nick Miller (D-Lehigh/ Northampton) on Tuesday announced they helped secure more than $3 million in Local Share Account grants and more than $2.3 million in Public School Facility Improvement
Ingredients
2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup BBQ sauce
1/4 cup Italian dressing
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Season chicken breast with salt and pepper. Option to cut chicken into smaller pieces for faster cook time. Place in crock-pot.
In a mixing bowl combine BBQ sauce, Italian dressing, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until well combined.
Pour over chicken, cover and cook on high for three to four hours or low for six to eight hours, or until chicken is cooked.
Once chicken is cooked, shred and let cook for another 10-15 minutes.
Serve on buns or in wraps with coleslaw and enjoy!
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grants from the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) for projects throughout the 183rd Legislative District. Act 71 of 2004 provides for the distribution of LSA gaming revenues through the CFA to support projects of public interest within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The Public School Facility Improvement Grant provides funds to public school districts and area career and technical schools for eligible facility improvement projects.
“Each project addressed through these two grant programs will fix or replace critical infrastructure or equipment our schools and municipalities use to make our community a better place to live,” Mako said. “I’m happy to help assist with obtaining this money. Without this aid, it would be very difficult for these projects to move forward.”
“I’m happy to partner with Rep. Mako to help our community,” Coleman said. “These are all important projects, and I’m especially excited to remove asbestos from Northern Lehigh High School.”
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Morningstar Living is dedicated to providing education to caregivers, professionals and community members about dementia-related diseases. Memory Lane is an initiative aimed at providing information and education to the public, specifically about dementia.
There are several different types of dementia, for example, Alzheimer’s, Vascular, Frontotemporal, and Lewy Body. These various types of dementia affect different parts of the brain. Emily R. Zagorski Butler, DO, of Lehigh Valley Neuroscience Institute, will present this seminar, which will help us understand the progression of each type, the testing and treatment, as well as the differences in behaviors that each may present. We will also learn about the challenges and trajectory of each type of dementia.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7th at 6:00 PM
GUEST SPEAKER: Emily R. Zagorski Butler, DO, Lehigh Valley Neuroscience Institute
LOCATION: Kortz Hall, M Moravian Hall
Square, 1 175 West No orth St, Nazareth PA Reservations are required.
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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.
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.
Seip Avenue. Call 610-7590202 with questions.
Daniel Chiavaroli Council President (10/24)
Mountain Dr., Danielsville. All are welcome, adults $5, children $3, children under 3 free; veterans and active military eat free. Breakfast includes: authentic military-style SOS, toast, breakfast potatoes, scrambled eggs, coffee and juice. Call 570-6207985 with questions. (11/7)
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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)
PUBLIC NOTICE
BOROUGH OF NAZARETH MEETING RESCHEDULED/ RELOCATED
ACCEPTING SEALED BIDS
Accepting sealed bids on 10/24/2024 for 2017 Toyota VIN: 4T1BF1FK1HU652731
Accepting sealed bids on 10/24/2024 for 2023 Flywing Motorcycle VIN: H0DTADFGXPX053021
at Hesch Service Station, Inc. 3028 S. Front St. Whitehall, PA 18052 (10/24)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Nancy M. Pavlovic, deceased, late of Bethlehem, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, Letters Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the Decedent to make the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to:
Co-Executors: Judith Ann Holzer & Peter L. Pavlovic ℅ Joshua D. Shulman, Esquire
SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC 1935 Center Street Northampton, PA 18067 (10/24-11/7)
LEGAL NOTICE
amended to as follows:
§ 2-103. Non-Commercial Animals. All animals, livestock and poultry kept in the Borough of Nazareth for non-commercial purposes shall be considered to be pets.
§ 2-104 2-103. Unlawful to Permit Pets Animals to Run at Large. It shall be unlawful for pets animals to be permitted to run at large off the property of the pet owner and not under restraint within the Borough of Nazareth.
§ 2-105. Pets to be Confined. Pets shall be confined on the premises of the owner, and shall be permitted off the premises of the owner only under the control of the owner or under restraint.
§ 2-104. Prohibited Animals. It shall be unlawful to keep any male or female chicken, duck, or similar type bird or fowl including, but not limited to, roosters, cockrels, drakes, geese, turkeys, grouse, pheasants, and any other game, migratory, or wild bird as defined in the Pennsylvania Game and Wildlife Code, 34 Pa. C.S.A. §102, as amended. A service animal or documented assistance or emotional support animal shall be excepted from this prohibition.
§ 2-106 2-105. Seizure of Pets Animals. It shall be the pri-
mary duty of the Health Officer and the ancillary duty of any police officer of the Borough who witnesses any pet animal being at large or not under restraint, or who receives information of any pet animal being at large or not under restraint, to seize such pet animal and convey it to the place designated as the pound. The Health officer and any police officer is authorized and empowered to go upon any premises and enter any building to seize and detain any pet animal, which has been running at large or without restraint when such officer is in immediate pursuit of any such pet animal. This Section shall not be construed to limit or change the duty of police officers to enforce the Dog Law of 1982 [see Part 2 hereof].
§ 2-107 2-106. Notice of Seizure. Immediate notice, either personal or by registered mail, shall be given to the owner to claim such pet animal within 10 days. The owner of the pet animal detained shall pay a penalty of $5 to the Borough of Nazareth and all reasonable expenses incurred by reason of the pet’s animals detention before the pet animal is returned.
§ 2-108 2-107. Failure to Claim. After ten (10) days from the giving of notice required in § 2-106 above, if such pet
animal has not been claimed, the Health Officer shall dispose of the pet animal by sale or by destruction in some humane manner. All monies derived from the sale of such pet animal shall be paid to the Borough of Nazareth.
§ 2-109 Repealer. Any Ordinance or part of an Ordinance conflicting with the provisions of this Part shall be and is hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict. Except only as amended, modified, and changed by this ordinance, the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Nazareth as codified and amended shall remain in all other respects in full force and effect.
Effective. Following adoption by the Borough Council and approval by the Mayor, this Ordinance shall become effective January 1, 2025.
Copies of the complete Ordinance are available at the Borough Administrative Office, 134 South Main Street, Nazareth, Pennsylvania.
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M-F: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sat: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. 610-262-4566. (10/24)
NAZARETH PLATE
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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. (10/24)
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. (10/24)
The Nazareth Borough November 2024 Workshop Meeting, originally scheduled for October 30, 2024 has been rescheduled for 5:00 pm Monday, November 4,2024 and will be held at the Nazareth Regional Ambulance Corps Headquarters, 519 Seip Avenue.
Daniel Chiavaroli Council President (10/17 & 10/24)
NORTHAMPTON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS PUBLIC NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
The Board of School Directors of the Northampton Area School District will hold a Special Board Meeting on Monday, October 28, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of the Northampton Area High School, 1619 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, PA 18067. The purpose of the meeting is for the authorization and directing the issuance of general obligation bonds, series of 2025 to fund the new East Allen Elementary School and Education Center.
Craig Neiman, Board Secretary (10/24)
PUBLIC NOTICE BOROUGH OF NAZARETH
MEETING RESCHEDULED/ RELOCATED
The Nazareth Borough Budget Workshop for October 23,2024 had been rescheduled and will now be held on Wednesday, October 30,2024 at 6:00 pm at the Nazareth Regional Ambulance Corps, 519
Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Borough of Nazareth intends to adopt the following Ordinance at its regularly scheduled monthly meeting to be held on November 4, 2024, at 6:00 P.M., E.S.T., at the Nazareth Council Chambers, 159 West Center Streets Nazareth, Pennsylvania.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 2, ANIMALS, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF NAZARETH, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA TO PROHIBIT THE RAISING AND KEEPING OF CHICKENS, DUCKS AND SIMILAR BIRDS OR FOWL.
WHEREAS, Section 1202(10) of the Pennsylvania Borough Code, 53 P.S. §46202(10), authorizes the Borough of Nazareth (the “Borough”) to prohibit the keeping of livestock, fowl, and other animals within the Borough; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 2 of the Nazareth Borough Code of Ordinances, Animals, as amended, regulates the keeping of dogs, cats, and other animals within the Borough; and
WHEREAS, the Council of the Borough desires to amend Chapter 2, Part 1, of the Nazareth Borough Code of Ordinances, as amended, to prohibit the keeping of chickens, ducks, and similar birds or fowl within the Borough.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Borough of Nazareth, in Borough Council assembled, and it is hereby ordained and enacted by the authority of the same, that Chapter 2, Part 1, of the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, is hereby
Submitted by SAM KENNEDY
When George Patchen, of Washington Township, Northampton County, became a regular blood donor, he never thought his kindness toward others would come full circle. However, in April, after Patchen, 65, had surgery on his prostate at St. Luke’s Anderson Campus, he needed a blood transfusion to ensure his recovery.
Bloodwork had shown his red blood count was low, so Patchen was given two units of blood.
Patchen remained in the hospital longer than he anticipated because of his need for blood. He stayed three nights rather than just the one he thought he would. But all went well, and Patchen is grateful that he was able to get the blood he needed when he needed it without any problem.
Patchen said he had donated not only blood but also platelets regularly for a few years prior to his diagnosis of prostate cancer.
“It was something I could do to help others,” he said. Little did he know that someday soon he was going to be one of those who needed the help of other donors like himself.
Having seen both sides of blood donations, Patchen encourages people who are able to donate blood when they can. Recipients, he said, are very grateful that blood is available for them in their time of need. And donating, he said, is just a matter of giving a little of your time- and blood.
Miller-Keystone Blood Center has locations in Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, Reading, the Poconos, Pittston and Ewing, N.J., and holds blood drives at area businesses and other locations. For more information, visit www. giveapint.org.
Apples
Paper/fabric
This program is sponsored by Northampton County Parks and Recreation and is open to the public free of charge. However, registration is required. To register, visit https://norcoparks. recdesk.com/Community/Calendar.
Tempera, poster paint or acrylic paint in orange and green
Knife
Cutting board
Paper plate(s)
Instructions
Step 1: Cut an apple in half in order to stamp apple prints by holding the outer portion of the halved apple. Or, create a handle for easy stamping by placing a halved apple with the cut side down, then cut away a pair of wedges so it’s easier to hold the apple when stamping.
Step 2: Dip the apple stamp directly onto a plate of orange paint, or apply orange paint to your apple with a paint brush. If your apple has a stem, paint the stem green.
Step 3: Press the apple onto paper or fabric. If the apple has a stem, apply pressure to the stem so the paint transfers.
Step 4: Lift the apple and reveal your colored pumpkin print!
Step 5: Stamp away! Create as many pumpkin prints as you’d like. Once finished, allow them to dry completely.
Step 6: Once dry, decorate your pumpkins however you would like; maybe draw faces on your pumpkins with a black crayon, colored pencil or marker.
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of impervious coverage such as schools, churches and other nonprofits will not be exempt from the MS4 fee.
More information on the impending Storm Water Utility fee can be found on the borough’s website under the MS4 FAQs page.
According to the 2025 General Fund budget, total expenses equal $1,678,645.26. Expense highlights from the 2025 General Fund include the following: $20,236.68 for expenses associated with general government; $3,480 for mayoral expenses; $116,713.94 for borough manager expenses; $67,224.58 for auditing/financial administration; $9,407.57 for tax collection; $106,450 for legal services; $88,000 for secretarial expenses; $15,700 for general government administration; $55,012.40 for IT networking; $29,000 for engineering services; $78,186 for municipal building/property; $25,238.02 for the fire company; $152,826 for UCC/code enforcement; $13,345 for planning/zoning/property maintenance code; $4,600 for emergency management; $3,500 for animal control; $5,500 for environmental advisory; $393,827.20 for Public Works/roads; $10,000 for winter maintenance services; $24,300 for traffic control devices; $37,000 for street lighting; $17,500 for repairs of tools/machinery; $46,500 for maintenance/road repairs; $1,500 for Public Works other services; $5,000 for spectator recreation/culture; $8,000 for community/economic development; $37,877.60 for parks/ trails; $9,000 for civic/military/ celebration/parades; $55,000 for debt principal; $9,900 for debt interest; $81,480 for ER paid benefits/withholdings; $31,700 for borough insurances; and $119,140.27 for interoperating fund transfers.
Total 2025 General Fund revenues equal $1,678,645.26. Revenue highlights include the
following: $888,300 from realestate taxes; $62,000 from realestate transfer tax; $440,000 from earned income taxes; $25,000 from local services tax; $75,300 from business licenses/permits; $530 from non-business licenses/permits; $25,800 from fines; $21,257.91 from interest earnings; $40,519.33 from rents/ royalties; $40,338.02 from state shared revenues; $900 from payment in lieu of taxes; $4,050 from general government; $14,850 from public safety; $7,800 from highways/streets; and $32,000 from interoperating fund transfers.
General Fund budget expenses for 2025 and revenues are both $71,176.40 higher than those outlined in the 2024 General Fund budget.
Total MSW Fund expenses for the 2025 budget equal $421,521 and revenues equal $428,600. Expenses include $2,700 for delinquent administration, $6,500 for consultants/professional services, $3,200 for general government, $5,000 for office administration, $1,325 for general bank administration, $388,796 for MSW/ recycling services and $14,000 for interoperating fund transfers, whereas revenues include $12,000 from interest, $600 from charges for services, $409,000 from sanitation fees and $7,000 from interoperating fund transfers.
Total MS4 Fund expenses and revenues for the 2025 budget both equal $199,250. Expenses include $30,000 for legal services, $10,000 for secretary/office administration, $125,000 for engineering, $20,000 for Public Works, $1,500 for street/gutter cleaning, $5,750 for storm sewer/ drains and $7,000 for interoperating fund transfers, whereas revenues include $500 from interest, $182,500 from MS4 fees and $16,250 from interoperating fund transfers.
Total Capital Improvement Fund expenses and revenues for the 2025 budget both equal $324,000. Expenses include $150,000 for general government, $45,000 for IT, $3,500 for engineering services, $10,000 for Public Works, $30,500 for highway construction/rebuilding and
$85,000 for parks/recreation, whereas revenues include $2,500 from interest and $321,500 from interoperating fund transfers.
Total Highway Aid Fund expenses for the 2025 budget equal $30,500 for interoperating fund transfers, whereas total revenues equal $70,643.73 from $2,000 in interest and $68,643.73 in Act 44 allocation.
Total Fire Protection Fund expenses for the 2025 budget equal $27,826.25 for fire protection services, whereas total revenues equal $27,834.08 from $26,434.08 in real estate taxes and $700 in interest.
Finally, total Operating Reserve Fund expenses for the 2025 budget equal $20,000 for interoperating fund transfers, whereas total revenues equal $4,100 from interest.
A copy of the Borough of Bath 2025 budget can be found on the borough’s website, bathborough. org.
Bath Borough Council will meet next on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 6 p.m. in Borough Hall, located at 121 S. Walnut St. They will consider adopting the final budget at that time.
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Check person/welfare in the 1700 block of Main St. Request to check the welfare of a male.
Suspicious act in the 900 block of Howertown Rd. Report of a suspicious act.
Civil matter in the 1300 block of Newport Ave. Report of a civil issue.
Domestic in the 1000 block of Main St. between a male and a female.
Traffic stop in the 1000 block of Canal St. A traffic stop was conducted.
EMS ambulance assist, Smith Ln. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.
Check person/welfare in the 2400 block of Dewey Ave. Request to check the welfare of a male.
Assist person in the 1500 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist a female.
Check area in the 1200 block of Newport Ave. Request to check the area.
Suspicious person in the 2400 block of Dewey Ave. Report of a suspicious male.
Assist person. 21st St. and Main St. Officers assist a male.
BLUE RIDGE – 124
25 - Jeff Blose, Jacob Bonser, Tim Gursky, Lorane Palansky
24 - Mark Szoke
COPEECHAN – 124
25 - Don Boehm, Rosemary Eibach, Tom Lonczynski, Jon McCauley
24 - Mike Endy, Mark Hoffman, Joe Mule, Gavin Schmidt,
Joe Sipos, Jamey Vaughn
EAST BATH - 124
25 - Jim Delong, Drew Hensel, Joe Panto, Jon Zadzora
24 - Ashley Allworthy, Josh Bok, Rich Curcio, Travis Foose, Harry Gochenauer, Earl Grube, Tommy Hensel, Rich Hilderbrandt, Debra Hunter, Floy Kullman, Bob Ruth, Greg Spadoni, Jack Thomas, Lenny Wydra
RANGER LAKE - 123
25 - Allan Hunter, Brian Snyder, Jon Yarsevich
24 - Roy Knipe, Mark Ryan, Ralph Weakland
Team Standings:
East Bath - 499
Ranger Lake - 495
Copeechan - 494
Blue Ridge - 489
Vince Bauer
Fiberglass Repair 13 19
Rice Family 10 22
Alvin H Butz (2)
Bob Davidson Jr 632 (214-234)
Bob Davidson III 620 (227)
Rice Family (2)
Chris Reeser 595 (236)
Maxx Amusements (3)
Earl Holland Jr 602 (229-201)
Bill Bachman 578 (233)
Fred Rice Jr 510
John Sverha 500 (202)
Vince Bauer Fiberglass Repair (1)
Wyatt Davidson 642 (213-237)
Broken Tackle (4)
Ed Zupko 674 (224-227-223)
Butch Riddle 657 (212-263)
Paul Berkowitz 604 (235-202)
Bruce Sappah 596 (225-212)
Shannon Quick 558 (233-207)
Bath Supply (1)
Frank Donchez 699 (255-217-227)
Steve Kerbacher 629 (224-224)
Brent Connolly 597 (223-207)
Daku Auto Body (3) Al Davidson 665 (222-209-234)
Marc Beichey 650 (242-214)
Scott Bortz 596 (215-221)
Bob Daku 537
Bob Faustner 524
Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering (1)
Ty Pagotto 534 (247-205)
Ed Musselman 611 (248)
Terry Pagotto 553
Terry Bartholomew 527
Team Won Lost WTF 21 11
D&R Precision
Machine 20 12
Palmer Trophy & Awards 17 15
Shafer Landscaping 17 15
Color Rite 15 17
Mourning
Would Pub 14 18
Moore Powersports 13 19
G&L Sign Factory 11 21
Moore Powersports - 0
Ed Taylor 554(192)
Chris Remaley 420
Scott Friebolin 574(234)
Brad Stuckey 629(236)
Pete Rivera 605(203,212)
D&R PRECISION
MACHINE - 4
Brian Dilley 701(235,247)
Dave Roman 553(195)
Rick Dilley 561(201)
Josh Horninger 516(179)
Butch Post Jr 658(232,214)
COLORITE - 1
Don Arndt 636(213,215)
Marty Beal 431
Paul Berkowitz 607(243,203)
Paul Durnin 594(211,236)
Noah Durnin 682(258,226)
Palmer Trophy - 3
Joey Mandarino 659(233,242)
Mourning
Would on Stump Pub - 2
Ed Musselman 599(247)
Earl Holland Jr 643(237,229)
David Betz 555(b)
Chris Benner 705(243,279)
Terry Heckman 637(225,228)
“I’m pleased to work in a bipartisan, bicameral manner with Rep. Mako to secure this funding,” Miller said. “All of these projects address crucial needs for our community.”
School districts receiving Public School Facility Improvement grants are:
• Catasauqua Area School District – $1 million to repair the roof at Catasauqua High School.
• Lehigh Career and Technical Institute – $400,000 to restore the roof and upgrade the HVAC.
• Northern Lehigh School District – $904,350 for an asbestos abatement project at Northern Lehigh High School. Municipalities receiving LSA funding are:
• Allen Township – $1 million to convert and renovate the former Allen Township Fire Company Social Hall into a township administrative facility.
• Bath Borough – $247,271 to replace a dump truck with a new model.
• Bath Borough Authority$450,000 to construct a new well and well house to provide a new source of raw water for the authority.
• Lehigh Township Municipal Authority – $702,000 to upgrade and expand the Pennsville Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• North Catasauqua Borough – $107,573 to purchase multipurpose utility vehicle for the police department.
• Slatington Borough –$27,911 to purchase police safety gear, including body cameras and tasers.
Kurt Berger 514(197)
Paul Berkowitz 619(204,235)
Chris Hoops 551(213)
Jim Bendekovitz 657(254,212)
G&L SIGN FACTORY - 0
Paul Duda 460
Bill Fortner 524(202)
Mike Reese 599(212)
Nate Meixsell 501(b)
Jason Eberts 556(226)
WTF - 4
James Mandarino 445
Sean Kulick 576(202)
John Schwartz 538(191)
Adam Wetzel 465(b)
Mike Klement 591(226,205)
Shafer Landscaping - 2
Don Shafer 479
Mark Flamisch 487
Jeff Lear 514(190)
Marty Csencsits 505(201)
Matt Paulus 721(245,279)
• Slatington Borough –$49,905 to purchase and install 25 traffic light intersection cameras to deter criminal activity and traffic violations.
• Walnutport Borough –$150,000 to replace a tractor with boom mower with a new model.
• Walnutport Borough –$150,000 to purchase 40 emergency service radios for the police and fire departments.
• Walnutport Borough –$150,000 to purchase a multipurpose utility vehicle for the Diamond Fire Company. The 183rd House District includes Lowhill and North Whitehall townships and Slatington Borough in Lehigh County. It also consists of Allen, East Allen, Lehigh and Moore (part) townships, and Bath, North Catasauqua, Northampton and Walnutport boroughs in Northampton County.