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Three warehouses proposed On 157 acres in Allen Township
by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
Century Commerce Centers, LLC, of Berks County, brought a renewed proposal for three warehouses when their representatives came to the Allen Township Board of Supervisors on Thursday night. They were met with some resistance as the developers hope to move the project forward, particularly as it included a section of land along Rt. 329 near Ace Hardware. Mark Powell explained that it
included an 8-acre portion that is currently zoned highway/commercial, and they want to make much of it industrial/commercial, with that change making it possible to build a 431,000 sq. ft. warehouse. Supervisor Larry Oberly said the board wants it maintained as highway/commercial because industrial development is limited in the area because of a nearby quarry. He is also concerned about the amount of truck traffic and how stormwater will be handled.
Other warehouses planned are one for more than a million square feet and another 318,000 square feet. Although the total tract is 386 acres, only 137 is possible for industrial development. Supervisor Bruce Frack said a previous attempt to put in a supermarket at the road into the lands in question was denied by PennDOT. But Powell said that now PennDOT sees it as okay if they align traffic signals. He said access for trucks would be from Century Blvd. off Rt. 329;
Horner Rd. would be re-aligned and have a cul-de-sac; Savage Rd. would be extended to connect to Howertown Rd. Powell said the developer needs the warehouses to have enough funds for improvement of the roadways in that area, including a narrow bridge, Savage Rd., and Howertown Rd. drainage, estimated at more than $500,000. “We’ve spent a ton of money to get to where we are,” Powell said. It was noted that there are 24 residential lots that could be developed by the Horwith family, who owns a large portion of the land north and west of the proposed warehouses. Supervisor Al Pierce said there
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Nazareth parade celebrated Borough’s 275th anniversary
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Martin Guitar had musical float by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
Despite sprinkles of rain, a parade celebrating the Borough of Nazareth’s 275th anniversary was held on Saturday afternoon. Led by police and then by members of Borough Council,
the 40-minute parade started out and ended at Nazareth High School, tracing a path from Belvidere St., north on Main St., and around the circle. Hundreds of people lined the sidewalks, many carrying umbrellas, but showing plenty of enthusiasm along the
way. Numerous fire and rescue trucks were in the parade and their drivers proudly blew their horns and whistles. Including were Vigilance Hose Co. of Nazareth (which had a replica of the fire company’s first fire truck
in 1791), Hecktown Fire Co. of Lower Nazareth Township, East Lawn Fire Co. of Upper Nazareth Township, Bushkill Township and Tatamy. At least a thousand marchers and people on floats or trucks Continued on page 3
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A new American flag is flying at Monocacy Creek Park at the intersection of Race and Green Sts., Bath. It was purchased by resident Jim Beltz, who resides on E. Main Street, and is in honor of the Vietnam War veterans. Beltz is a combat veteran of that war and he said he bought the flag as a replacement for one that was faded and torn at the park. “I served too many years in the military to see it like that,” he said. Beltz added that the park is like an entrance to the borough and he wanted the flag to be bright and beautiful when people drive into town. The 4x8 flag is commercial-grade, non-fade, and has hand-woven stars. He said he had asked the borough to replace the old flag, but was told they didn’t have the funds for it, so he went ahead and bought the flag from an Easton firm. The new flag was put up by borough employees. Beltz, who was a Staff Sergeant Tank Commander, always flew an American flag over his tank. Two tanks were blown out from under him in the war. He is still being treated for the Agent Orange that resulted from serving in that Southeasty Asian country. The Vietnam War was a controversial one at that time and Beltz said returning troops were vilified for serving over there. He was advised not to wear his uniform after he got off the plane, but he said he proudly wore it as a member of the U.S. Armed Forces.
National child Passenger Safety week by SEAN BROWN State Police and PennDOT are encouraging motorists to participate in free child passenger safety seat checkups throughout Pennsylvania as the agencies mark National Child Passenger Safety Week, September 13-19. Additionally, Saturday, September 19 has been designated as “National Seat Check Saturday.” “Keeping children safe is a large responsibility, and the seat checks and educational materials we have available are a great resource for parents and caregivers,” PennDOT Secretary Leslie S. Richards said. “We encourage the public to take advantage of these services not just during this national awareness week, but also throughout the year.” PennDOT funds resources such as training and educational materials for 150 fitting stations across Pennsylvania, at which more than 5,000 car seats were checked last year. The checkups are designed to teach drivers the proper installaContinued on page 5
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Bath Farmers Market – End of season celebration-Sept. 25 from 5:30-7 p.m.in Keystone Park.
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For some time now I have been aware of a disturbing trend. I see advancing disease and a rise in autoimmune conditions at an alarming rate. What is even more unnerving is an almost general acceptance that sickness is a normal effect of aging. It isn’t. Does anyone remember “The Father of Fitness,” Jack LaLanne? He was a tremendous advocate for natural health maintenance through the use of proper diet and exercise. What many people did not know was that Jack LaLanne was in fact a doctor of chiropractic medicine. He practiced what he preached and as a result, enjoyed a lifetime of good health. On his seventieth birthday, Dr. LaLanne, while shackled and chained, swam while towing seventy, yes I said seventy, boats over one mile. The year was 1984, I remember it well. It was amazing. Dr. LaLanne's life’s passion was health and wellness. He clearly practiced what he preached. So did his wife. Dr. LaLanne changed our vision of what our bodies could look like and what we could feel like. I can only imagine what he would think if he saw all the sickness that plagues our country today. I will make a bold statement that he would assert that disease was caused by: 1. Poor, fake food choices devoid of nutrients that our bodies need to thrive. 2. Lack of exercise. 3. Chronic and relentless stress on many levels. 4. Poor sleep. Who would argue differently? Since Jack LaLanne arrived on the scene, there have been many “wannabe” health gurus. None can ever touch the persona of Jack LaLanne. His 34 years on television is startling enough, yet add to that his numerous books, videos, contests, health gyms (he opened the first health and fitness
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center in the country in 1936 in California) and even his very own juicer. Dr. LaLanne was inspirational on many levels. I find myself writing about Dr. LaLanne as I see his message is timeless. What was a simple truth “back then” is still a simple truth today. His ideals are worthy of bringing back to the surface. Where did our country go wrong? Why aren’t we healthier as a nation than we were decades ago? Americans take more prescription drugs than ever before in our history. Are we truly better off for it? We may live longer yet are we full of vigor and vitality, or essentially relegated to a chair? Does anyone feel healthy enough to chain themselves to seventy boats and swim them with people on board, over a mile? Finding a person over the age of fifty who isn’t on one of the “big three” drugs (cholesterol, blood pressure or diabetic medications) is a rarity these days. Drug free over the age of seventy is now an anomaly. The drug free individuals are out there. I take care of a bunch, yet it isn’t that way without effort. My personal mentor is Dr. Joseph Napoli, a fantastic person and an incredible doctor of chiropractic now retired. Speaking with his son just the other day he stated, “Can you believe my dad is 87, lives by himself, is extreme-
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September 17-23, 2015 3 ly active, and still doesn’t take any parents had to dash out into the prescription drugs?” Now that’s street to protect their children an accomplishment. picking up the goodies. River- memorative cupcakes with the bend Community Church passed anniversary logo that were baked out postcards inviting people to a by Kendra’s Buttercup Bakery. free cookout on Sunday at Naza- Part of the refreshments were AContinued from page 1 Treat sodas, recently revived by reth Borough Park. were from local scout troops, After the parade, a 275th the Jaindl family. It was learned Blue Eagles cheerleaders and birthday party was held at the that they pledged to donate half football players from teams of the historic Whitefield House, with of their proceeds to the Nazareth Nazareth area, volunteers from all its Moravian memorabilia on Food Bank and Loaves & Fishes, Martin Guitar playing music on display. There were lots of local a church-affiliated organization a float followed by numerous C. food vendors there, with one of that provides meals weekly to the F. Martin Guitar employees, as- the major highlights 500 com- needy. sisted living representatives of Moravian Hall Square and Morningstar and Alexandria Manor riding in a bus and trolley, Shafer Elementary School and Nazareth Middle and High Schools, brass bands from Nazareth Moravian and St. John’s Lutheran churches, “FeFe” the IronPigs mascot, Dapper Dan the Clown, Moms Club of Nazareth, Riverbend Community Church, Rotary and Lions clubs, and much more. Bringing up the rear were Nazareth Speedway race cars. Plenty of candy like Tootsie Rolls were thrown to the crowds Nazareth High School award-winning band along the sidelines and often
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SEPTEMBER 5
Domestic in the 1300 block of Vienna St. between a male and a female. Theft of bicycle in the 1500 block of Main St. Report of a red bike taken from a backyard. Hit and run accident in the 2300 block of Washington Ave. Report of a legally parked vehicle being struck causing damage to the driver’s side rear bumper. White transfer paint was on the damaged area. Reportable accident in the 900 block of Main St. involving four vehicles.
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Hit and run accident in the unit block of W. 17th St. Report of a legally parked vehicle being struck causing damage to the entire driver’s side. Harassment in the 2100 block Washington Ave. Report of a male harassing a female. Disturbance in the unit block of W. 27th St. Report of a road rage incident. Disturbance in the 1600 block of Washington Ave. between a male and a female.
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Civil matter in the 100 block of Lilac Court. Report of a civil matter between an ex-boyfriend and ex-girlfriend.
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Criminal mischief, PNC Bank in the 2100 block of Main St. Report of graffiti inside the building by the ATM machine. Non-reportable accident in the 100 block of Held Dr. involving two vehicles.
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Unwanted person in the 700 block of Northampton Ave. Report of an unwanted male. Check person/welfare in the 1200 block of Main St. Report of a request to check the welfare of a female. Harassment by communication in the 1300 block of Atlas Lane.Report of a female receiving a harassing voice message. Hit and run accident in the 1900 block of Main St. Report of the driver side mirror of a legally parked vehicle being struck.
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Fraud in the 1600 block of Canal St. Report of credit card fraud.
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by MIKE BANKS A pet vaccination clinic will be held on Sunday, Sept. 20, at Forgotten Felines and Fidos, 6022 Mountain Rd., Germansville. Dog vaccinations will be from 10 a.m. to noon. Cats will be vaccinated from noon to 2 p.m. Dogs must be leashed and cats must be in carriers. No appointments are necessary Vaccination prices are listed at www.forgottenfelines.org/ pet-vaccinations-clinic. Payment must be by cash or check; no credit cards will be accepted. For more information, call 610-7609009. The shelter also requests that participants bring along an item to donate to the shelters, specifically liquid laundry detergent, bleach, all-purpose floor cleaner, paper towels, large kitchen trash bags or x-large plastic bags for trashcans.
are a lot of issues that the Allen Twsp. Planning Commission sees with the proposal, but Powell said they can be resolved. When Powell said that public sewer and water service would be provided by the Northampton Borough Authority, and the township was given an e-mail to that effect, Pierce said that the township wasn’t part of the discussion. Frack questioned whether the developers had approval from the Northampton County Soil & Water Conservation District. Others from the development who offered input were engineer William McCarthy and Atty. Jill Nagy. Pierce said, “All the board wants is what will be the best outcome for the township.” Other Matters • Engineer Brien Kocher reported on his investigation of storm water at Walker Drive in the area of Gray Drive in the Willow Ridge development. New inlets would carry off storm water and away from the apartments. A resident of Willow Ridge said the run-off wasn’t as bad on Thursday, but at times in the past it was described as a river. Supervisor Dale Hassler said the grass in the retention pond is probably absorbing some of the rainwater now. Kocher will continue to see what is best to solve the problem. The Landis minor subdivision planning module was approved, but other action on it was tabled until the October 13 meeting. • Pierce said Gary Krill, emergency management coordinator, should be paid extra to inspect all properties in the township to see if they are properly numbered with green signs. • The board approved the 2016 non-uniformed pension minimum obligation. But, with
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tongue in cheek, Pierce commented, “You know benefit plans are the work of the devil.” • Approval was given for Jon Mauser to use the township’s backhoe for deflectors at the covered bridge. • The board decided to have a budget workshop on Thursday, Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. • Township Manager Ilene Eckhart said the dog park along Savage Road should be ready to open in a week and a half. • The August report of Allen Township Fire Co. #1 showed the following man-hours: alarms, 39.25; training, 158; total alarms, 12 (1 assist to ambulance, 3 auto accidents, 3 automatic fire alarms, 1 CO detector alarm, 1 pumping assignment, 1 smoke detector activation, 1 traffic control, 1 vehicle fire).
Phoebe Allentown to Hold 16th annual Basket social
submitted by TRINA JOHNSON-BRADY The Circle of Life Committee at Phoebe Allentown Health Care Center, 1925 Turner Street, will host their 16th Annual Basket Social in Moyer Hall from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 8 and from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, October 9. Last year, the basket social raised over $11,000. Over 100 themed gift baskets will be raffled with values of up to $100 or more. Tickets are 5 for $1 or 30 for $5. Food will be available for purchase. The event is free and open to the public. Please call 610-7945126 or email lplunkett@phoebe.org for more information or to make a donation.
LCCC Raises Awareness about Violent abuse
submitted by DENISE REIFINGER Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) is holding a “Take Back The Night®” event to raise awareness about the problem of sexual violence in our community and to provide information and educational awareness about the effects and prevalence of abuse. This presentation will be held Thursday, September 24 from 5 to 9 p.m. in the Student Union building at LCCC’s main campus in Schnecksville. Experts in the field will speak on transgender violence and the effects of violence on children. There will be personal stories from students and volunteer speakers, as well as a short documentary about a woman and her family who lived with 20 years of domestic violence. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Michelle Baldwin-Friendy at mbaldwinfriendy@lccc.edu or Gene Eden at geden@lccc.edu.
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Community Day and car show Cancelled in Bath Borough by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
The annual Community Day and its accompanying car show, originally scheduled for the first Saturday in October, has been cancelled. The announcement was made on Tuesday, Sept. 7 at the regular meeting of Bath Borough Council. The reasons given were that there were only six vendors who had signed up for the event at Keystone Park and there were not enough volunteers. It was an event scheduled by the Bath Business & Community Partnership. Mayor Fiorella Reginelli-Mirabito suggested that more information needed to be given to vendors and others, and that it might again be held on the third Saturday in September of 2016. No one from the BBCP was present at the meeting. Other Business • Jim Pasquariello, president of the Bath Fire Co. Social Hall, announced that they are making a $1,000 contribution to the Bath
Firefighters from funds the social hall has raised. The Firefighters and Ambulance Corps will be sponsoring the annual Bath Halloween Parade on Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. Rain date is the following day at the same hour. • A resident of Old Forge complained of bad road conditions there and showed photos of the potholes. She said patch jobs haven’t helped. Council president Mark Saginario said the borough applied for a county grant, but it was not approved. They will apply again. As for nearby West Northampton Street, which has also been in serious condition for the past years, Councilman Mike Reph said it has been patched and any other work cannot be done because it is scheduled for re-alignment. Borough Manager Brad Flynn said several streets need work on them and repairs are being attended to. • Approval was given to allow carriage rides when the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony is held at Monocacy Park on the evening of November 29 at 6 p.m. • Council passed a resolution seeking a park development grant from the Northampton County Open Space Advisory Board for improvements of the tot lot at Old Forge Drive. It would pay for new fencing, equipment, a park bench, and small fruit trees. • Approval was given to holding a “Spuds ‘n Suds Festival” on Saturday, August 27, 2016 from noon to 8 p.m., at a location yet to be determined. It would be held in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce. • The resignation of John G. Thomas III from the Bath Borough Authority was accepted with regret. Council voted to advertise for a replacement
• A special committee that will study rental inspections and registration will convene in January to determine what recommendations should be made. Saginario also encouraged activity by the land use committee. An application for PennDOT traffic signal approval was tabled for lack of a second. • Pasquariello expressed frustration about damage caused by a dump truck to a pole and guide wires at the social hall during construction of the Dunkin Donuts. Solicitor Blake Marles said it is a private matter that the borough can’t get into, but that insurance settlements can be reached within two years. • Councilwoman Michele Ehrgott reported that a traffic light at Main & Walnut Sts. is out of alignment. It apparently was hit by a tractor-trailer. • A common complaint about newspaper advertising literature being strewn around was brought up again, but Marles responded that it is a right given by the 1st Amendment, and the borough can’t do anything about it. • Mayor Mirabito’s report showed she was a busy woman the past month, attending meetings of council, fire department personnel, chamber of commerce, and regional police, performing marriages, and attending special events. Her list of upcoming events is even longer, mainly with Turn Bath Pink –– shirt/ribbon sales, donut sale, painting in the park, community campfire, tree lighting, luminaria night, and Council/Boro Authority Christmas get-together. • Fire Chief Ed Demchak had this report for August: 4 fire calls needing 37 man-hours; and other man-hours for EMS calls, 12; 5 drills, 194; school, 15; administration, 240; equipment repairs,
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25; meetings, 62; work detail, 35; fire police, 18. Atty. Victor Scomillio, candidate for Northampton County judge in the Court of Common Pleas, was present at the meeting to detail his qualifications. The next regular meeting of Council will be Oct. 5, and the next special meeting will be Oct. 14.
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tion and use of child safety seats. “Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death and injury for children,” said Acting State Police Commissioner Tyree Blocker. “Child safety seats can save lives, but only when they are properly installed and used.” Blocker said each state police troop will conduct at least one child safety-seat inspection during the week. At those inspections, troopers certified as child passenger safety technicians by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration will inspect child safety seats and provide information to parents on proper use of those seats. Pennsylvania law requires that children under the age of 4 ride in a federally-approved car seat that is appropriate for the child's age, height and weight. Children between the ages of 4 and 8 must use a booster seat if they are no longer in a car seat. The state’s seat belt law mandates that children ages 8 to 17 must use a seat belt, and violating this law is a primary offense. It is a secondary offense for drivers and front seat passengers age 18 and older to travel unbuckled.
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GAB OVER by Pete THE FENCE G. Ossip Fourteen years ago passenger planes were hijacked and used by terrorists to kill nearly 3,000 people. It was the morning of September 11th in the year 2001. It’s a day of terror that none of us will ever forget. The sun was shining and shortly before 9 o’clock, first Tower One and then Tower Two of the World Trade Center were hit by planes. And a short time later, another plane smashed into the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. Only through the heroism of passengers on Flight 93 was another terrorist attack stopped. But even there, all the passengers on the plane in western Pennsylvania died as they crashed into the ground. The World Trade Center has been rebuilt, the Pentagon building restored, and memorials have been built in New York City, Washington and Shanksville, Pennsylvania, but the death and destruction left by those terrorists will go on in our memories forever. We can only pray that it will never happen again. . . . Ye Ed’s cane had more than one purpose the other night. When engineer Brien Kocher couldn’t figure how to use an electronic arrow, and didn’t have a pointing stick, he used Ye Ed’s cane to point out markings on a map at the Allen Township meeting. . . . We needed the rain that fell Friday night into Saturday when the cold front came in. It was nice having clear weather for a while, but we needed the rain. It was getting dry again. Since then it’s been nice and cool with no humidity. Wow! . . . .I hear Carl “Spundy” Rehrig is seriously ill, and our prayers are for him and Margie. . . .I wonder what a couple hundred motorcycles going through town on Main Street Sunday afternoon was all about? A Colonial Regional police car had its emergency lights on and was stopped crosswise at Main & Walnut Streets to hold up traffic so they could all go through . . . .Legion “hearts” card gang is back in regular action again, with Harvey Haupt ready to share the queen of spades. . . . Toronto Blue Jays socked it to those Bronx Bombers on Friday and Saturday, but it comes at some expense with Troy Tulowitski suffering a cracked shoulder blade in an out-
field collision. Phillies actually won a game against the Cubs, rallying big at the end after a rookie held down Chicago most of the way on Saturday, then won again on Sunday for a split. . . .I’m writing this early, so I don’t know what the Eagles will do down in Atlanta this Monday night, but I have my fingers crossed. . . . I couldn’t get the QVC channel on my TV to see what they said the other day about the Kiffle Kitchen Bakery up in Moorestown, and the thousands of kiffles they make and sell all over the place. But, they’re good, I’ll say that! . . . .My sympathies to the Moser family, who lost a brother and sister one day apart last week, Ozzie Moser and Dolores Moser Smith. . . .Rosh Hashonah arrived on Monday for those of the Jewish faith, a religious holiday that leads up to Yom Kippur. . . . Lutheran church fellowship hall is filled with lots of basket goodies as they get ready for their festival this Saturday. . . .As the weather cools I see more and more leaves dropping, so fall is on its way. Enjoy that season with all its color. See ya later. Have fun.
BATH BOWLING Four teams first, Three second as Die Hards start up
The Bath Die Hards League opened its 2015-16 action on September 9, so four of the teams were winners and three losers. This is how the action went at the Bath Legion Lanes: Team 2 won 3 to 1 with Terry Bartholomew leading with a score of 633. Team 3 shares the lead as Doug Head hit 615, David Guest, 563, and Herb Guest, 561. Team 5 holds a share of first also with Mike Cawley’s 519 and John Cawley, 461. Team 7 also won 3 to 1, but no scores were listed. Coming in second, losing 1 to 3, was Team 1 with Bob C. Kosman, 497, and Bob R. Kosman, 430. Team 6, also losing 1 to 3, had Rick Deily, 522; Jim Stevens, 417, and Sherry Longley, 406. Team 4 was the third 1 to 3 finisher, but also noted no significant scores. STANDINGS Team 2 Team 3 Team 5 Team 7
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Slaughterers do their Job with shutout in Post 470 Sunday League
Sargent’s Slaughterers won 7 and lost 0 against Slap Hands in week two of the Bath American Legion Post 470 Sunday League. Slaughterers had Mike Platt, 245-177-224–646; Jim Heidelmark, 158-165-196–519; Keith Sargent, 176-193-190–519; Brian Radcliffe absent with a 184– 552 average. Slap Hands: Chris Hoysan, 234-150-190–574; Tom Torcivia, 149-147-166–462; Keith Faust, 140-140-171–451; Many Hoysan, 136-157-158– 451. Weinberg’s Whiners won 5 and lost 2 vs. Flick’s Fighters. Whiners: Scott Weinberg, 202226-216–644; Andre Martin, 196-183-179–558; Trina Becker, 165-149-133–447; Bill Ernie, 154-147-119–420. Fighters: Ryan Flick, 202-223-214–639; Kyle Mordan, 182-186-203– 571; Kathy Faust, 133-84-156– 373. STANDINGS W L Sargent’s Slaughterers 12 2 3 B alls and a Split 10 4 Split Personalities 9 5 Weinberg’s Whiners 7 7 Flick’s Fighters 6 8 Szerencits’ Soldiers 5 9 Shuttlecocks 4 10 Hoysan’s Slap Hands 3 11
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These are the top bowling scores for the week of September 7, 2015 at the Bath Legion Post 470 Bowling Lanes: MEN – Ryan Flick, 768, 742; Matt Paulus, 737; Terry Bartholomew, 702; Jim Bendekovits, 694, 693; Andy Edelman, 684; Chris Dilliard, 683; Evan Rehrig, 679; Jason Eberts, 669; Bob Adams, Jr., 668; Al Davidson, 667; John Facinelli, 666; Les Salzarulo, 665; Mike Derwinski, 661; Chris Hoysan, 656; George Hyde, 651. WOMEN – Tammy Emery, 570; Dee Allogio, 510, 503; Amanda Moyer, 500.
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into first place as the 2015-16 season of the Suburban Interchurch Dart Baseball League began on Monday night. They ripped visiting Messiah Messiah Lutheran of Bethlehem in three games – 3-1, 5-3, and 4-1. Leading the winners’ attack were Jim Goldman, 7 for 11 with a pair of home runs; “Butch” Silfies, 7 for 12; Jery Butz, 5 for 12, and Lynn Siegfried, a solo homer. Messiah had Andy Mickelson, 6 for 11; Harry Schoenberger, 6 for 12 with two homers, and Dan Halteman, 4 for 12. Bath Lutheran played at Christ UCC in Bath and won 2-1 in the 17th innings as both teams scored runs in that inning; UCC rebounded to win 10-3, but the Lutherans won 6-3 in the nightcap. Bath Lutheran had Mike Thorpe, 7 for 15; Doug Moser, 5 for 14; Candi Miller, 5 for 15, and Kevin Biechy, two home runs. Christ UCC: Dave Shaver, 6 for 14; George Gasper, 6 for 15 with a home run, and Ron Wagner, 6 for 17. Salem UCC of Moorestown played at Ebenezer Bible Fellowship, Bethlehem, and lost 4-3, won 9-4 and lost 1-0. The winners had Carol Vortmann, 5 for 7, including the homer that won game three; Vic Pacchioni, 4 for 11; and Charlie Costanzo, a home run. Salem had Sherri Bush, 4 for 10 with a homer; Bob Krauser, 4 for 10; Bill Rinker and Kyle Taylor, both 3 for 9. St. John’s Union of Faermersville lost 3-0, won 4-1, and lost 5-1 at Emmanuel EC, Bethlehem, with the latter having Dick Wesner, 4 for 8 with a homer, and Joel Dalrymple, 4 for 9. Farmersville: Tom George, 4 for 11 with a home run, and Wayde Chilmonik, a homer. Salem Lutheran of Bethlehem dropped the opener, 11-4, but then won 5-1 and 9-4 at St. Stephen’s Lutheran in Bethlehem. Salem’s hitters included Kyle Taylor, 9 for 13; Austin Hoffert, 5 for 11; Bill Hoke, Sr., 4 for 8; Scott Hoffert and Bill Hoke, Jr., both 4 for 13; and Walt Hoffert and Jason Biggs, both 4 for 14. St. Stephen’s: Travis Beahm, 8 for 14; Allen Beahm, 5 for 13 with a pair of home runs; Gary Buzynski, 4 for 13 with a homer; Ed Wychuk, 4 for 13, and Ryan Hoysan, a homer. St. Paul’s UCC of Northampton had the night off. STANDINGS W L Dryland, Hecktown 3 0 Ebenezer, Bethlehem 2 1 Bath Lutheran 2 1 Salem Luth., Bethl’m 2 1 Christ UCC, Bath 1 2 Farmersville 1 2 St. Stephen’s, Bethl’m 1 2 Salem UCC, Moorest’n 1 2 Messiah, Bethlehem 0 3 St. Paul’s, N’hampton 0 0
SCHEDULE: Sept. 21 – St. Stephen’s at Christ UCC, Bath Luth. at Messiah, Dryland at Ebenezer, Salem UCC at Farmersville, Emmanuel at St. Paul’s, Salem Luth. with the bye.
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OUTDOORS Why should I pay more for my Hunting License?
Game Commission explains need for fee increase. by PENNSYLVANIA GAME COMMISSION The Pennsylvania Game Commission last week unveiled a proposal to increase fees for hunting and fur taker licenses for the first time in 16 years. It is a step toward establishing sustainable funding for the agency, which in recent years has seen skyrocketing employee-benefit costs that are beyond its control. Any licensefee increase must be authorized by legislative action. License Revenue Uses The Game Commission has managed Pennsylvania’s wildlife resources for more than 120 years. And since 1913, when the state began selling hunting licenses to finance wildlife management, license revenue has been used to rebuild wildlife populations, protect wildlife through law enforcement, and assemble a 1.5 million-acre state game lands system to provide wildlife habitat and public hunting opportunities. All of it has made Pennsylvania one of the best states in the country to hunt deer, bear, wild turkeys and elk, not to mention small game and furbearers. The Game Commission’s ring-necked pheasant program – which in recent years has produced more than 220,000 pheasants annually for release on public lands – provides some of the best pheasant action on the continent. Cost Comparison While most of Pennsylvania’s hunters and trappers likely agree they get a lot for their license dollar, many might not realize just how little licenses cost here, in comparison to other states. And even if the Game Commission’s proposal is adopted as drafted, and fees for hunting and furtaker licenses are increased to $39 over a five-year period, Pennsylvania still would have the eighth-cheapest license in the nation, based on the existing fees in other states. Financial Challenges Game Commission Executive Director R. Matthew Hough said it’s important hunters and trappers understand why an increase is needed. “License-fee increases have not come about very often in Pennsylvania,” Hough said. “In fact, this 16-year span is the secondlongest period the Game Commission ever has gone without an increase. The longest span was from the Great Depression through World War II. “Seeking an increase is not something we take lightly,” Hough said. “We understand families often have tight budgets, and everyone needs to live within Continued on page 13
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BATH AREA
Donut sale benefits Turn Bath Pink days
Several volunteers are shown putting the Turn Bath Pink donuts in boxes. –Home News photos by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
The fellowship hall of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bath was a busy place this past Friday when 18 volunteers gathered to package hundreds of donuts to benefit the Turn Bath Pink Days coming up on October 10 and 11. Led by chairman Dennis R. Keithan, the volunteers all wore chef hats as they placed the donuts in boxes that were scheduled to be picked up on Saturday morning by persons who had pre-ordered
them. Each donut is decorated with white icing and a pink ribbon of icing in commemoration of persons who have been victims of cancer. Originated by Mayor Fiorella Mirabito as a benefit to the American Cancer Society for the continued research of all cancers, Turn Bath Pink includes medical events, an all pink pet parade, an aerial photo of persons forming a human pink ribbon, an auction, and the shirt/ribbon and donut sales.
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her son-in-law was taken to Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest in Salisbury Township, where he is a patient in the burn unit. The fire was reported at 9:41 a.m. and Bath Firefighters responded. They were assisted by fire units from the Klecknersville Rangers of Moore Township, East Allen Township, and Hanover Township (Northampton County). The townhouse is one in a row of seven. On Thursday, Mrs. Donate and neighbors were waiting to have the home’s contents taken away and the other homes cleared of smoke damage. Residents of the other townhouses were allowed to return home after being temporarily evacuated. The fire itself was contained to the 311 Creek Rd. residence and did not break through the roof because of the quick action by the fire department personnel. Bath fire captain Paul Connolly, Jr. said it took less than 30 minutes to put out the fire. However, there was significant smoke damage to the first floor of the home, which he said was uninhabitable.
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NORTHAMPTON AREA Yee-haw time
by KRISTA AMBROSINO A Yee-Haw time was held at the hoedown at the Northampton Senior Center. Entertainment was provided by the "Cracked Walnuts" with banjo
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many activities that can be found at our center. Flu shots will be given Thursday, September 24 from 9 to 11 a.m. If you choose to have your flu shot at our center, we accept a $5 per person donation as a great way to support us. Northampton Senior Center is located at 902 Lincoln Ave., Northampton and we welcome area adults age 60 and up for socializing, recreational activities, and daily meals. Open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For more information, call Krista Ambrosino at 610-2624977.
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Lehigh Township Historical Society's events by BEVERLY PUTT Don't forget to stop by the LT Historical Centre Friday, September 18 and check out the miscellaneous items available at the yard sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Purchase a mum plant or several plants to beautify your landscape. The mum sale will be held Saturday, September 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the historical centre in Pennsville. You can come for lunch and also purchase baked items to take home. Come early for the best selections. The sale will continue Sunday, September 27 from 1 to 4 p.m. Looking ahead to October, LTHS will participate in the Dream Come True event at Becky's Drive- In, located in Berlinsville. Stop by and chat with LTHS members.
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Former Nazareth High School Coach Ed Christman Honored at Nazareth Football game by LIZ BRANDL Nazareth High School football team honored a special man before the Nazareth Football game on Friday, September 11. Former Nazareth High School Coach and 1931 alumnus, Ed Christman, was honored before the
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Parking and other issues addressed at Naz. Council meeting by DAVE SICA The Nazareth Business Council Meeting that was held on Tuesday, September 1 addressed concerns about parking in the borough. The parking lines on Mauch Chunk were adjusted and there was an ordinance about restricting parking on the north side and moving it to the east and west sides of Progress Avenue. Residents complained of having trouble pulling out into the road safely. Council responded to the citizen’s concerns, with the adjustment on Mauch Chunk, but tabled the discussion about restricted parking on Progress after some resident’s concern about losing parking spaces. A resident also complained that the way people were parking at the school was blocking her parking spots on East Center Street. Nazareth
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Like The Home News on Facebook ANDY’S CORNER by Andy Weaver The Nazareth Varsity Football team was home this past Friday for the first time this season as they played host to Freedom. It was a great game with the Blue Eagles coming up a little short 31-27 to even the season record. The Blue Eagles will be back home this Friday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. vs. Liberty High School. This year's homecoming game for Nazareth will be October 2 vs. Northampton. The Nazareth varsity girls soccer team had an exciting week of soccer as they beat Easton 3-1 at home on September 8. Unfortunately the girls fell to Parkland at home on September 12 with a score of 4-1. The girls will be at Whitehall at 7:30 p.m. September 16 and then at home vs. Central Catholic on September 18 at 3:30 p.m. The Nazareth field hockey team is doing well. On September 8 they won 4-0 at Becahi but then fell short on September 9 at home against Easton with a score of 4-2. The field hockey girls beat Dieruff 3-0 on September 11 and will play at Whitehall at 7:30 p.m. on September 17. Shortly after, the girls will play at home vs. Pocono Mountain East on Saturday, Sept. 19 at noon and home vs. Pleasant Valley at 4 p.m. on September 21. The Nazareth varsity girls tennis team played September 8 at Stroudsburg and won 7-0. Afterwards it was back to home vs. East Stroudsburg North on September 11 and won 7-0. The tennis team will travel to Emmaus at 3:30 p.m. on September 17 and then will have Senior Day on September 21 at 3:30 p.m. vs. Whitehall. The Nazareth boys soccer team is having a tough start. On September 8 the boys traveled to Easton where they fell 3-1. The boys will host Whitehall at home on September 16 and at Central Catholic at 3:30 p.m. on September 18. Afterwards, it’s off to Pleasant Valley at 7 p.m. on September 22. The Nazareth varsity girls volleyball team traveled to Easton on September 8 and won 3-0 and then played host to Dieruff on September 10 winning with a score of 3-0. The volleyball team will host Whitehall at 5:45 p.m. on September 16 and on Saturday, September 19 they can look forward to hosting the Annual Blue Eagle Invitational in the Ray Nunamaker Gym starting at 8 a.m. On Saturday, September 12, Nazareth celebrated their 275th birthday with a parade where old Nazareth Speedway racecars were present with local emergency vehicles and sports teams. Stay tuned next week for more Blue Eagles news.
Plainfield Twp. resident concerned about gunfire by NYLA DETWEILER At the September 9 board of supervisors meeting, there was some discussion about bullets hitting some homes on Sexton Road in the township. A resident on the street, Gail Weber, approached the board with concerns about bullets striking her home and the homes of some of her neighbors. She displayed photos on poster board showing what she believes to be holes in her home coming from the Belfast Rod and Gun Club. Weber made references to .40 caliber, nine millimeter, .308 caliber and AK-47 (7.62 × 39 millimeterED.) rounds being found on her property as recent as July of this year. She is so convinced that the rounds are coming from the gun club that she recently joined the club herself. In joining the club, Weber was able to witness the use of semiautomatic firearms in ways that she deemed as inconsistent with hitting intended targets. She requested that the board draft a gun ordinance to protect the citizens of Plainfield Township. Weber
intends to contact Northampton County District Attorney John Morganelli’s office for further review of the situation. Township Solicitor David Backenstoe cautioned that the wording of such an ordinance could leave them open to a lawsuit by the National Rifle Assocation. A motion was made to draft an ordinance for the first meeting in October. A local resident voiced his concern that the board was “rushing to a decision” on the ordinance. There was a short discussion on what the jurisdiction of the club is versus where the range is. The board was also approached by the nonprofit organization Humble Hearts for Hope. The organization requested to use the recreation center off of Kesslersville Road. Humble Hearts for Hope has partnered with the Warriors Watch Riders and Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania to bring the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall to Plainfield Township in 2017. The board received measurements for the wall and requested an official letter of approval.
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DEC. 28, 1927 – SEPT. 11, 2015 Stella May Altemose, 87, of Klecknersville, died on Friday, September 11 at home. She was the wife of Leonard R. Altemose and the late Guy E. Breiner, who died in 1947. Growing up, she worked on the family farm. As a young adult, she was a waitress at the former West Penn Diner, now known as Maggie’s. She also cared for her parents and brothers. Born Dec. 27, 1927 in Mantzville, Schuylkill County, she was a daughter of the late Louis Alfred “Al” and Ellen May (Middlecamp) Miller. In addition to her husband, she is survived by three sons, Ernest E. Breiner, Raymond L. Altemose, and Robert F. Altemose; six grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were siblings Louis Oscar, Wellace, Charles, Ernest, Daniel, Norman, William and Dorothy Deitrich. Funeral services will be held this Friday, Sept. 18 at 11 a.m. in Covenant United Methodist Church, 2715 Mountain View Drive, Bath (Klecknersville) with The Rev. Alan Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Moorestown. There will be a viewing tonight (Thursday) from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and tomorrow from 10 to 11 a.m. until the time of the service in the church. The Bensing-Thomas Funeral Home, Stroudsburg, is in charge of the funeral arrangements.
Susan K. Brotzman
JULY 9, 1954 – SEPT. 5, 2015 Susan K. Brotzman, 61, of Nazareth died on Saturday, September 5 in the VNA Hospice House of St. Luke’s, Lower Saucon Township. She was the wife of the late Norman C. Brotzman, who died Nov. 25, 2003. She worked at St. Luke’s Hospital in Fountain Hill as a clinical analyst for many years. Born July 9, 1954 in Easton, she was the daughter of Robert Klein of Bath and the late John (Protzman) Klein. Susan was organist at Covenant United Methodist Church
in Klecknersville and Wesley United Methodist Church in Belfast for a total of 46 years. She attended Ebenezer Bible Fellowship Church in Bethlehem. Besides her father, she is survived by a son, Rob Brotzman, of Allentown; a daughter, Dana Rivera, of Allentown; four grandchildren; and two sisters, Cindy Hower of Bath and Carolyn Crow of Troy, Pa. Funeral services were held on Saturday morning in Ebenezer Bible Fellowship Church with The Rev. Dr. Tim Gibson officiating. Interment followed in Greenwood Cemetery, Nazareth. Arrangements were by the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton. Memorial donations may be made to St. Luke’s Hospice House or Bethlehem Christian School.
Donald M. Cole
Donald M. Cole, 87, of Hanover Township, formerly of Orefield, died Monday, Sept. 7, 2015 in ManorCare Health Services, Westgate, Bethlehem. He was the husband of Ellen I. (Ruch) Cole. He had been employed as a layout operator for the former Western Electric, later AT & T and Lucent Technologies, Allentown, for 37 years, retiring in 1987. He was a longtime member of Telephone Pioneers of America. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Stanley Cole and Carolyn (Reinhard) Knepper. He was a member of Nativity Evan. Lutheran Church, Allentown. An avid fisherman, he was a member of Ranger Lake Rod & Gun Club, Coplay. He was a former member of St. John’s U.C.C., Howertown, serving on church consistory, and was a member of Greenwood Cemetery board of directors, Howertown. Surviving are three daughters, Lynn Lopsonski, of Orefield, Tippi Williams of Bethlehem, Carol Zambelli of Long Island, N.Y.; a son, Donald M., Jr., of Orefield; six grandchildren; and nine greatgrandchildren. Preceding him in death was a grandson, Donald Z. Cole. Memorial services were held on Friday morning in Nativity Lutheran Church. Interment will be private. Arrangements were by the Schisler Funeral Home,
Northampton. Contributions may be made to the memorial fund of Nativity Lutheran Church, 4004 W. Tilghman St., Allentown, PA 18104.
LeRoy C. Hummel
NOV. 13, 1956 – SEPT. 8, 2015 LeRoy C. Hummel, 58, of Bath, died on Tuesday, September 8 in Lehigh Valley HospitalMuhlenberg, Bethlehem. He was the husband of Anna Marie (Suranofsky) Hummel for 34 years. A 1974 graduate of Northampton High School, he was employed by the Northampton Area School District as a custodian the past 20 years. LeRoy previously worked as a presser for 20 years at the former Mary Fashions Mfg. Co. in Bath and was a member of the International Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union. Born November 13, 1956 in Fountain Hill, he was a son of the late Charles L., Jr. and Virgie E. (Dorshimer) Hummel. He was a life member of the East Bath Rod & Gun Club, and a member of St. John’s Evan. Lutheran Church, Bath. LeRoy enjoyed attending yard sales and shopping for antiques. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a brother, Howard R. Hummel, of Bath; a niece, Kristal M. Hummel, of Northampton, and a nephew, Travis R. Hummel, of Bath. Services were held on Saturday morning in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown, followed by interment in Green Mount Cemetery, Bath. Memorial contributions may be made to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, 1250 Fourth St., Santa Monica, CA 90401.
Douglas D. Lindenmuth
AUG. 28, 1935 – SEPT. 5, 2015 Douglas D. Lindenmuth, 80, of Catasauqua, died Saturday, Sept. 5 in St. Luke’s Hospital & Health Network in Bethlehem. He was the husband of Elsie (Thomas) Lindenmuth for 58 years. He was a 1953 graduate of Catasauqua High School and a 1958 graduate of East Stroudsburg University where he earned his B.S. degree in secondary education. Douglas went on to teach mathematics at Northampton High School for five years and 30 years for the Parkland High School before retiring in 1993. He was the former golf coach for Parkland High School for 27 years and a PIAS basketball referee for college and high school for 22 years. Born August 28, 1935 in Allentown, he was a son of the late Paul A. Lindenmuth and Wilhelmine (McKittrick) Lindenmuth. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and Penn State fan. Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, Duane T. Lindenmuth, of Slatington; two daughters, Lisa J. Suchower of Malvern, Pa. and Denise L. Lindenmuth of
Ambler, Pa.; and four grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, Paul A. Lindenmuth. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family, as arranged by the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton.
Kathryn Mauser
Kathryn “Kash” Mauser, 92, formerly of Ormrod, died on Friday, Sept. 11, 2015 in Weston Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, Hellertown. He was a sewing machine operator for the former Cross Country Clothes in Northampton and Egypt for 46 years. Born in Ormrod, she was a daughter of the late John and Anna (Fir) Mauser. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church in Northampton, where she enjoyed singing on the church choir and volunteering with church activities. Surviving are nephews and nieces, great-nephews and greatnieces. Preceding her in death were brothers John, Paul, Michael and Harry Mauser, and sisters Ann Levitsky and Mary Sosnowsky. After a viewing at the Hauke Funeral Home in Coplay from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. this Friday, Sept. 18, a Divine Liturgy will be held at 11:00 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church, Northampton. Contributions may be made to the church, c/o the funeral home at 327 Chestnut St., Coplay, PA 18037.
Shirley Mendola
JULY 20, 1930 – SEPT. 3, 2015 Shirley Mendola, 85, of Nazareth died on Thursday, September 3 in New Eastwood, Easton. She was the wife of the late Peter Mendola. A 1948 graduate of Easton High School, she worked for Mack Printing Co. in Easton for 33 years, retiring in 1991 as a paste-up artist. While at Mack Printing, she served as the union secretary for 22 years and as a NFIU regional vice president for five years. Shirley was instrumental in forming the Mack Printing Federal Credit Union, which is now part of I.R., and starting the Mack Printing annual reunion. Born July 20, 1930 in Tunkhannock, Pa., she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Esther (Rosengrant) DeMass. Shirley and her husband owned and operated The Townehouse in Nazareth for more than 38 years. They enjoyed traveling through the Caribbean. After Peter’s passing, she joined her friends on river cruises in Europe and Egypt. She was a life member of the Wilson Borough Republican Club, Palmer Fire Co., and Nazareth Jacksonian Club, and was also a very active member of the Nazareth VFW and East Lawn Fire Co. Surviving are a daughter, Linda Ziegenfuss Gordon, of Easton; two step-sons, Peter Mendola of Chicago and Clay “Tim” Men-
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dola of Nazareth; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. A graveside memorial service was held on Saturday morning in Easton Cemetery with Pastor Sue Ruggles officiating. Arrangements were by the Schmidt Funeral Home Nazareth.
Robert “Ozzie” Moser
MAY 6, 1935 – SEPT. 8, 2015 Robert D. “Ozzie” Moser, 80, of Bath died on Tuesday, September 8 at home. He worked for the Bath Borough Streets Department until retiring. Prior to that, he worked for the former IDC Trucking Co., Bath, and was a former Bath Borough police officer. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Born May 6, 1935 in Bath, he was a son of the late Walter B. and Mary E. (Dech) Moser. An avid fisherman, Ozzie was a founding member of the Bath Area Fish Committee. He was also a member of the Bath Republican Club, Eckley E. Patch Post #470 of the American Legion in Bath, and a member of various rod and gun clubs in the local area. Surviving are two daughters, Sabra Gerber and Trista Gutekunst; three sons, Gregory Moser, Zachary Moser and Nathan Moser; a brother-in-law, Jack Williams; four grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceding him in death were a brother, Peter, and his wife Isabelle; sisters, Betty Reph and her husband Paul, and Maryann Williams; sister-in-law, Donna Moser; and brother-in-law, Carl Smith. Another sister, Dolores Smith, died on Sept. 9, a day after her brother. Services were held on Monday morning in the Bartholomew Funeral Home, Bath. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bath Area Fish Committee, P.O. Box 243, Bath, PA 18014.
Bruce L. Remaly
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maly for 41 years. He worked at Stroman’s Bakery in Easton for many years until retiring in 2013. Bruce was a 1972 graduate of Nazareth High School, where he excelled in many sports including football, basketball and baseball. He was a coach for Clippers Football and Little League baseball in Nazareth, and was an avid fisherman. Born January 21, 1954 in Fountain Hill, he was a son of Dolores (Deichmeister) Remaly of Northampton and the late Sherwood Remaly. In addition to his wife, and stepmother Sandra Remaly of Macungie, he is survived by a son, Bruce S. Remaly, of Forks Township; a daughter, Kristey L. Daley, of Nazareth; two grandchildren and one on the way; and a brother, Keith Remaly, of Forks Township. Preceding him in death was a sister, Janine Fassl. Services were held on Saturday morning in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, followed by burial in Holy Family Cemetery, Nazareth.
Martin Polakovic
Martin Polakovic, 75, of Walnutport died on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2015 in St. Luke’s Hospital, Fountain Hill. He was the husband of Barbara (Porambo) Polakovic for 52 years. A 1957 graduate of Marian High School, Marty worked at Mack Trucks in Allentown as a supervisor and then for Kovatch in Nesquehoning before retiring after 30 years. He was a U.S. Navy veteran. Born in Lansford, he was a son of the late Martin and Mary Polakovic. He was a member of St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Church in Berlinsville, where he was a past president of the Holy Name Society. He was also a member of the Coaldale and Lansford American Legions and Coaldale Rod & Gun Club. Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons, Martin of West Penn Township and John of Kernersville, N.C.; three grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were brothers Rudy and Michael, and sisters Irene Polakovic, Mary Sherbrick, Margaret Chiantella, and an infant Martha. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Monday morning in St. Nicholas Church by Msgr. Thomas Derzack. Interment will be private.
Contributions may be made to St. Jerome’s Regional School, Tamaqua, or Marian High School, c/o the Skrabak-Parambo Funeral Home, 210 E. Bertsch St., Lansford, PA.
Jane E. Schaeffer
NOV. 14, 1941 – SEPT. 9, 2015 Jane E. Schaeffer, 73, of Hickory Hills, Moore Township, died on Wednesday, Sept. 9 at home. She was the wife of the late Francis C. Schaeffer for 38 years before he died in 2004. A 1959 graduate of William Allen High School, Allentown, prior to retiring she was employed by the County of Northampton at Gracedale, where she worked in the laundry department for many years. After retiring, she served as a volunteer at Gracedale. Born November 24, 1941 in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Lee and Elizabeth (Grim) Persiani. She was an active member of Valleyview Baptist Church and its Front Line Children’s Club. Surviving are a son, Louis J. Schaeffer, and several grandchildren; five brothers, Lee Persiani of Northampton, James Persiani of Catasauqua, Thomas Persiani of Northampton, Dana Persiani of Connecticut, and Daniel Persiani; a sister, Ann Marie Jackson, of York, Pa., and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Monday, Sept. 14 in Valleyview Baptist Church, followed by interment in Fairview Cemetery, Moorestown. Arrangements were by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Memorial contributions may be made to Valleyview Baptist Church, 2870 Pheasant Dr., Northampton, PA 18067.
Robert W. Schleicher
NOV. 29, 1935 – SEPT. 5, 2015 Robert W. Schleicher, 79, of Hanover Township, formerly of Nazareth, died on Saturday, Sept. 5 at home. He was the husband of Dorothy H. (Schwartz) Schleicher for 59 years. After attending Nazareth High School, Robert had a successful career as a heavy equipment operator with Essroc Cement in Nazareth, where he was employed for 43 years before retiring in 1998. Born November 29, 1935 in Nazareth, he was a son of the late Asher and Orpha (Davidson) Schleicher. For the past five years he served as a volunteer for Meals On Wheels of Northampton County. He enjoyed golfing, traveling,
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reading and puzzles. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Robert M. Schleicher, with whom he resided; two daughters, Cheryl Hank and Gail Glasmire, both of Palmerton; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; six sisters, Glady Butz of Wind Gap, Arlene Butz of Wind Gap, Jean Lloyd of Lighthouse Point, Fla., June Andrew of Stroudsburg, Shirley Lieberman of Lower Nazareth Township, and Gloria Decker of Tarpon Springs, Fla.; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by five brothers, Stanley, Williams, Harold, Kenneth, and John Schleicher, and four sisters, Bernice Mann, Betty Bonney, Mildred Ruhf, and Dorothy Neuner. A memorial service in celebration of Roberts’ life was held on Wednesday morning, Sept. 9 in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Burial will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bell Choir Fund of St. John’s U.C.C. Church, 183 S. Broad St., Nazareth, PA 18064.
Robert E. Serafin, Sr.
AUG. 22, 1922 – SEPT. 4, 2015 Robert E. Serafin, Sr., 93, of Allentown, died Friday, Sept. 4 in the Phoebe Home, Allentown. He was the husband of the late Elaine (Hertus) Serafin, who died in 1997. He had 35 years of service with the U.S. Army, as a medic and military policeman during World War II. He also served as a criminal investigator during Vietnam and Korea, and was stationed in Thailand and Germany as a criminal investigator. After retiring from the army he worked as the head of security at the Hotel Bethlehem. Born August 26, 1922 in Plains, Pa., he was a son of the late John and Julia (Lewandoski) Serafin. He was a member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Berlinsville. Robert also enjoyed watching baseball and football and was a devoted Braves and Notre Dame fan. Surviving are a son, Robert E., of Slatington; two daughters, Elaine Haury of Port Orange, Fla. and Roberta Heiser of Slatington; a brother, John Serafin, of Plains, Pa.; four grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. Preceding him in death were a daughter, Diana McCarthy, and a sister, Helen D’Agostino. Services were held on Friday morning in the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, followed by interment in Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, Pa. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
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Dolores D. Smith
OCT. 19, 1929 – SEPT. 9, 2015 Dolores D. Smith, 85, of Haysville, Kansas, formerly of Bath, died on We d n e s d a y, September 9, at home. She was the wife of the late Carl T. Smith for 49 years before he died in 2001. A 1947 graduate of Northampton High School, she was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother. Born October 19, 1929 in Allen Township, she was a daughter of the late Walter B. and Mary E. (Dech) Moser. Surviving are her son, Jason T. Smith, with whom she resided; four grandchildren, Weylin Smith of Udall, Kansas, Lester Smith of Haysville, Bryce McDowell of Haysville, and Amanda Lenegan of Northampton; eight great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson; three brothers, Douglas Moser of Northampton, Howard Moser of Collingdale, Pa., and Curtis Moser of Skwin, Washington, and many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were a son, Jeffrey C. Smith; two sisters, Maryann D. “Tootie” Williams, and Betty J. Reph; and three brothers, Peter, George and Robert D. “Ozzie” Moser, who died a day before Dolores. A public graveside service will be held this Saturday, Sept. 19 at 11 a.m. in St. Peter’s Snyder Church Cemetery, Valley View Rd., Northampton (Seemsville). There will be no calling hours.
Arrangements are by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Contributions may be made in memory of Dolores to the American Cancer Society, 3893 Adler Place, Suite 170, Bethlehem, PA 18017.
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ESTATE NOTICE Estate of MARTHA N. GALLOWAY, deceased, late of 609 Cherry Road, Northampton, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, Letters Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the Decedent to make the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to:
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COMING EVENTS 32ND ANNUAL LYONS FIDDLE FESTIVAL Sunday, September 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Lyons Community Park. Rain date is September 21. Visit www.lyonsfiddlefest.com. (9/17) BARN SALE 8-3 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Sept. 18 and 19. Barn beams and planks. Old farm boards, great for crafts. Good old stuff, small mixed species of wood. Four miles west of Bath on 248. 3151 Pheasant Dr., 18067. (9/17) BASKET BINGO October 21, Northampton Community Center, 1601 Laubach Ave. Opens 5 p.m., 7 p.m. start. $15.00 advance tickets deadline 9/21, $20 thereafter and at door. Info/tickets 610837-7924. (9/17)
Co-Executors: Thomas M. Galloway Address: 542 Longacre Drive Cherryville, Pennsylvania, 18035 And Daniel D. Galloway 2775 Mountainview Drive Bath, Pennsylvania 18014 Or to their Attorney: David B. Shulman, Esquire SHULMAN & SHABBICK 1935 Center Street Northampton, PA 18067 (9/3-9/17) ESTATE NOTICE The Estate of Lorraine E. Altemose, deceased, of the Borough of Tatamy, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the above Estate were granted to Mark J. Altemose, Exeutor, on August 27, 2015. All persons indebted to the Estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claim or demand are to present the same without delay to Mark J. Altemose, in care of Gregory R. Reed, Attorney-AtLaw, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299 Nazareth, PA 18064-0299. (9/10-9/24)
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ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Helen L. Rice, late of the Borough of Northampton, County of Northampton, and State of Pennsylvania, deceased. WHEREAS, Letters of Administration in the above-named estate have been granted to Scott R. Steirer, Administrator of the Estate of Helen L. Rice, Deceased. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 15, MOTOR VEHICLES, PART 4, SECTION 403, PARKING PROHIBITED IN CERTAIN LOCATIONS CERTAIN DAYS AND HOURS, GENERAL PARKING REGULATIONS, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF NAZARETH, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA. 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 4, Motor Vehicles, Part 4, General Parking Regulations, Section 403, Parking Prohibited in Certain Locations Certain Days and Hours, of the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, is hereby amended as follows: §403, Parking Prohibited in Certain Locations Certain Days and Hours, shall be amended as follows: Highway
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A point 100’ feet Monday 9AM to 5PM thru and a point 170’ north of E. Prospect Friday St. Copies of the complete Ordinance are available at the Borough Office, 134 South Main Street, Nazareth, Pennsylvania. Paul A. Kokolus, Secretary Alfred S. Pierce, Solicitor
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Eight Clever Kitchen Tricks For The Generations
(NAPSI)—If yours is among the 5.1 million families that the U.S. Census Bureau says live in multigeneration homes, there are eight tasteful ideas that can help you make your kitchen better for everyone. Whether your parents, your adult children or both are moving in with you, these may make the living easier on everyone: • Go big or go small: Put in a kitchenette with a microwave, fridge and sink near an easily accessible bedroom or go for a large gourmet kitchen with a kitchen
island if there will be more peoLower the cooking surfaces, ple eating at different times of too, so seeing inside pots can be the day. simpler. Allow for wide aisles so many people—including those with a walker or a rolling baby chair— can use the room without getting in each other’s way.
• Swing time: Pull-out shelves give you easy access for undercabinet storage without a lot of bending, stooping and digging around.
Consider a second dishwasher, • Rise to the occasion: Intestove or refrigerator. grated toe-kick ladders that hide under cabinets can help every• The height of convenience: one reach the high shelves with Vary counter thickness and less stretching and more safety. height and go for multilevel divided sinks to make lifting pots • Here’s a bright idea: Older and pans easier. eyes often need more light, so improve visibility inside drawers with integrated LED drawer lighting.
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tertops and place microwaves under the counter. • Smart sinks. If several people will be cooking different meals at the same time, multiple sinks might be in order. If there’s just one sink, consider single-lever faucets that are easier to turn on and off and to control the temperature, even for someone with arthritis. Similarly, a magnetic pullout for a chef faucet—a unique feature of the Blanco Culina—is easier to use than a standard hook. The magnet, not a hook, holds the faucet in place until it’s time to use it again. Kitchen sinks with integrated accessories, such as those in the Blanco One collection, keep tools convenient so you don’t have to search for them, plus they save space. In-sink caddies can hold knives, utensils and cleaning tools inside the sink to
save counter space and provide greater convenience. Cutting boards and colanders integrated with the sink can make food preparation more convenient. If someone in the household uses a wheelchair or is likely to someday, you can have a kneehole put in under the sink with an inclined board to cover the plumbing. More clever ways to improve your kitchen can come from the experts at Blanco, known for innovation, design and functionality.
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2015 4-H STATE ACHIEVEMENT DAYS
Katie Ruggiero of Easton, Claire Smith of Bath, Eileen Gallagher of Bath and Nicole Fox of Danielsville -Contributed photo
by JANICE MARTIN Members of Backtrackers 4-H Horse & Pony Club represented Northampton County in two different venues this year at the 2015 State Achievement Days held at Penn State University, main campus. Nicole Fox, Danielsville, and Katie Ruggiero, Easton, attended in Questing. They could not return to participate in Hippology as they had placed second in the state last year and attended the Quarter Horse Congress in Hippology. Being ineligible to return to compete in Hippology, they chose Questing, non-compet-
itive, as they had no idea about this competition. They were given a map of the campus and told to find various places and objects. The competition consisted of mapping out a planned course to these various locations in the shortest amount of time. The girls really enjoyed themselves. Claire Smith, Bath, and Eileen Gallagher, Bath, along with Julie Sobers from Monroe County participated in the 2015 Hippology competition. Due to medical issues, Jenelle Bayer, Nazareth, was unable to attend to complete the team as planned. This team placed fourth overall in Hippol-
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ogy. Hippology is an activity that can enhance learning for 4-H members by letting 4-Hers exhibit their knowledge and understanding of equine science and husbandry in a competitive setting. The term "Hippology" comes from the Greek "hippo,” meaning horse, and "ology,” meaning "the study of.” Participants were able to demonstrate their experience and knowledge gained in horse judging, quiz bowl, speeches, and practical horse management. Phases of the contest include a written exam, identification of items shown on slides, placing and/or ID of feedstuffs or feed tags, judging, ID stations, and team problems. Any person wishing for more information concerning the 4-H horse program is encouraged to call Janice Martin at 610-8377294. Anyone interested in the 4-H program in general is encouraged to contact Brad Kunsman, Extension Educator, weekdays, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. at 610-746-1970.
4-Hers score big at 2015 PA State 4-H Junior Championship Horse Show by JANICE MARTIN The second annual Pennsylvania State 4-H Junior Horse Championship Show was held July 25 and 26 at the Centre County Grange Fairgrounds in Centre Hall, Pennsylvania. More than 200 4-H members from across Pennsylvania exhibited horses in performance and in hand classes, totaling over 500 entries for the weekend. The Junior Horse Championship Show is the premier competition of the year for most 4-H horse members enrolled in junior horse projects. Events include breed conformation and futurity classes for yearling to five-year-old horses, as well as barrel and driving futurities. In hand trail and performance skills classes were also part of the Junior Horse Show. Results from the show are available on the Pennsylvania 4-H Horse Program website. All exhibitors competed at a preliminary level in each class for a merit placing. At this level each entry was evaluated against a standard of excellence and received a blue, red, or yellow merit placing. Blue merit placings then advanced to a championship class, where they competed against all blue merit winners in their division. Winners of all championship classes were awarded a neck sash and a Junior Horse Championship Show jacket. Winners of all In Hand championship classes then advanced to compete for Grand Champion honors. This year, Northampton County 4-H was well represented at the 2015 PA 4-H Junior Championship Horse Show. Allison DiNapoli, a member of Dusty Trails 4-H Horse & Pony Club from Walnutport, exhibited her miniature
horse Splashed In Paint in Miniature Type Horse Yearling Gelding, receiving a blue merit award; in Miniature Horse Yearling Gelding Championship, receiving a white merit award. She also exhibited her Miniature Horse Callies Travelin’ Man in Miniature Type Horse five year old Gelding, receiving a blue merit award, in Miniature InHand Trail, four and five year olds, receiving a blue merit award, and in Miniature Horse five year old Gelding Championship, receiving a red merit award. Julia DiNapoli, also a member of Dusty Trails 4-H Horse & Pony Club, also from Walnutport, exhibited Pleasant Views Only Prettier, in Miniature Type Horse, three year old mare, receiving a blue merit award, in Miniature In-Hand Trail, two and three year olds, receiving a blue merit award, and in Miniature Horse three year old Mare Championship, receiving a blue merit award. Nicole Fox, a member of Backtrackers 4-H Horse & Pony Club from Danielsville, exhibited Foxmoor Resolution in Hunter Type Pony, three year old mare, receiving a blue merit award, in English Pleasure Futurity Walk/ Trot three year olds, receiving a white merit award, and in the Hunter Pony three year old mare Championship, receiving a blue merit award. Claire Smith, a member of Backtrackers 4-H Horse & Pony Club, from Bath, exhibited Pixies Perfect Timing in Miniature Type Horse, three year old mare, receiving a blue merit award, in Miniature In-Hand Trail, two and three year olds, receiving a blue merit award, and in the Miniature Horse three year old Mare Championship, receiving a blue merit award.
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Claire Smith, Bath, member of Backtrackers 4-H Horse & Pony -Contributed photo Club, exhibiting Pixie