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Moore Township EAC discusses plans for Appalachian Park
The Wings of Hope – a Butterfly Release submitted by JEN GIBBS The Cancer Support Community of the Greater Lehigh Valley celebrated the ninth annual Wings of Hope, its signature Butterfly Release event on Saturday, September 10 at 10:30 a.m. The event was held in the Butterfly Garden at Cedar Crest College,
Allentown, PA. Event highlights included: free admission, emcee Rob Vaughn from WFMZ-TV 69 News, children’s crafts and activities, raffles, refreshments, music by students of the Lehigh Valley Charter School for the Arts, Continued on page 15
by JUSTIN SWEITZER The Moore Township Environmental Advisory Commission met for their monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 13 at the Moore Township Municipal Building. Present at the event were chairman David Frey, Maureen Romano and Peter Locke; as well as Carl Martin of the Wildlands Conservancy. Following the meeting’s conclusion, Martin presented the conservancy’s plan for Moore Township’s Appalachian Park. The EAC has been working with the conservancy to create more access into the township’s section of the Appalachian Mountains. The plan aims to provide stewardship and habitat-related access to the park, which currently features only a small amount of trails available for hiking. Martin discussed the current plan to implement mainly primitive types of trails, meaning ones that are much more natural compared to trails that implement man-made materials such as barrels or rings. Camping on the land will be allowed on a limited basis, with opportunities likely only going to organized groups with a focus on education. The conservancy noted that they plan on recreating safe habitats for native animals, particularly snakes that live in the area. Martin said habitat projects such as those will draw interest from local educators and in-
terns, leading to increased usage of Moore Township’s Appalachian Park. In other news, the board announced that their most recent newsletter had been mailed. They expressed the need to have the newsletter mailed earlier in future years, suggesting the end of spring as a rough deadline of when they would like to have it mailed by in the future. The board also expressed their interest in holding an electronic recycling drive in the near future. “The EAC wants to participate in that,” the board said. Items collected would include television sets and computers. 11 other municipalities participated in a similar event in 2015, and Romano said the board was currently gauging interest toward such an event. The EAC also took steps to combat their waning membership. Romano motioned to eliminate a ban which restricts cross-membership between the EAC and the Moore Township Land Preservation Board. The two groups, which used to be one whole entity, split after land preservation often took a major focus, sometimes overshadowing other environmental projects of equal importance. The motion to overturn the membership restriction was received positively by the board. Locke hoped the move would “spur involvement between both groups.” The next EAC meeting will be held on October 11 at 7 p.m. at the Moore Township Municipal Building.
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Canning Demo at Bath Farmers’ Market submitted by SARAH FULTON Celebrate the start of fall this Friday at Bath Farmers' Market with a free demo on canning. Leigh of Leigh's Jams, Soaps, Candles & More will show guests a brief demonstration on how to preserve the summer and fall
harvest the way our parents and grandparents did. Leigh cans and sells her own homemade, awardwinning jams, in flavors from blueberry to garlic spread. She also offers a variety of chutney and pre-measured baking mixes, plus scented soaps and soy candles.
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Enjoy the demo and stay for dinner. Couchpota.doh, a new Ecuadorean food truck from Bethlehem, will be joining us again with a variety of cheesefilled empanadas, topped fries, beans and rice and pork dishes. Everything is fresh and homemade. Harold and Alex of Atomic Hogs Pit BBQ are planning to attend with their savory, tender barbecued meat dishes. Blend of Bath will join us this week with eclectic handmade items, from jewelry to totes, plus locally made, packaged gourmet foods that make great gifts. Voigt & Evans will perform live music on the gazebo. For market updates, visit www. Facebook.com/bathfarmersmarketpa.
Historical Commission to hold Oktoberfest buffet submitted by KAREN GRUBE The Moore Township Historical Commission will hold an Oktoberfest themed buffet from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m, October 6, at Gaetano's Restaurant located at the Southmoore Golf Course on Route 512, north of Bath. The pork and sauerkraut buffet will be $18 a person or $35 a couple. The buffet will include an entree, mashed potatoes, corn, salad and dessert. There will be musical entertainment and a basket
raffle. All profits from the buffet will go toward the restoration of the Edelman School. Tickets can be bought from Dick Gable at the Moore Township Municipal Building or any of the com-
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mission members. You can also check the township's website at mooretownship.org. Come and celebrate the fall season with friends and neighbors.
GETTING OUT! The GETTING OUT section of The Home News is open to events that are FREE for the community to attend and participate in. If you have an event and are not sure if it qualifies for this section, call us at 610-923-0382. We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify.
Moore Township Historical Commission- Monthly meeting at 7 p.m., last Wednesday of the month at Moore Twp. Municipal Building, public is welcome. The Atlas Cement Museum- Open every second and fourth Sunday of the month now through September 25, 2016. Opening is from 1to 3 p.m. Governor Wolf Historical Society Monthly Meeting- 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month except August on the GWHS campus, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath. Public welcome. For information, govwolf.org. Governor Wolf Historical Society Museum, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath: Open to the public 1 to 3 p.m. the third Saturday of the month, with tours of the society’s campus offered. For information, govwolf. org. Celtic Festival-Sept. 23-Sept. 25 in downtown Historic Bethlehem, visit www.celticfest.org. Hanover Twp. Fall Festival- Sat., Oct. 1 from 12 to 2 p.m. 3660 Jacksonville Rd., Bethlehem. 610-317-8701. Kilts in the Park- Rescheduled to Oct. 2, Municipal Park, Laubach Ave. Nazareth Farmers Market Fall Fest- Oct. 10 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Circle. Nazareth Halloween Parade- Oct. 15 at 1 p.m. FMI call 610-3607419. Bath Halloween Parade- October 18 at 7 p.m. Rain date is October 19. Stay tuned FMI. 68th Annual Jack Frost Parade- Thursday, Oct. 20 at 7 p.m., rain date Oct. 27. Held in Northampton. Call 610-625-8886 or email thejackfrostparade@gmail.com. Bath Community Campfire- Sat., Oct. 22 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Firefighters Park. Music by “Forty Grand,” food, fun, fire, friends.
LETTERS FROM OUR READERS Dear Home News, I rarely watch television, but today I turned on FOX News and saw an interesting story of the Indians in North Dakota protesting the pipeline that intersects some of their sacred grounds. Apparently, the attorney representing the Indians formed the Oil Pipeline Company of several sacred places, which were subsequently bulldozed the next day by the oil company. The next story was even more interesting. Today is September 11- the infamous 9/11 when terrorists took down the Twin Towers in New York City. The TV report commemorated the heroism of the passengers of Flight 93, who brought down the plane in Shanksville, PA and saved countless lives targeted for terrorism. With tears in my eyes, I watched as family members recounted that day, the heroism of their dead loved ones, and the sacred ground upon which they rested. Then it suddenly dawned on me; we are destroying the sacred ground of the Indians while memorializing our own sacred
ground. Will not our sacred ground someday be destroyed in retribution? You cannot spit on someone’s beliefs and memories without contaminating your own. Indeed, if we do not respect the sacred ground of the Indians in North Dakota, one day our own sacred ground will be bulldozed by someone who does not respect our memories. It is difficult to see the parallel without shuddering. Just a thought, Nancy Van Schoick
Northampton Senior Center re-opens submitted by KRISTA AMBROSINO The reopening of the Northampton Senior Center will be Tuesday, October 4. It has been a long, hot summer in Northampton for local seniors, without access to our daily activity center for three months. Though other locations were available to our gang, there is no place like home. Activities will resume with twice weekly Morning Stretch,
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Computer Skills twice a month, Bingo, Needles & Hooks group, and of course daily social recreation and meals. Please contact Krista at the Bath center: 610837-1931 to make your meal reservations (610-262-4977 after October 4). Flu Shots will be given at the Northampton Senior Center on Tuesday, October 4, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Please support your local center since for every shot given a $5 per person donation is made to the Senior Center by the company providing it. Hi-dose and regular dose will be available. They cannot accept HMO's, since it is required that you go to your own physician.
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Police Blotter Harassment via text messages
Amy Sell, 37 of Palmerton, is accused of sending unwanted harassing text messages and emails to Kristina Soldridge, 31 of Slatington. Sell sent in excess of 150 text messages and 14 emails to Soldridge.
Open alcohol containers found in I-78 crash
On September 14, a car accident occurred on I-78 at mile marker 70.6. Nadine Walton, 54 of Newark, NJ, was traveling east in the left, eastbound lane of travel on I-78. For an unknown reason, Walton left the left side of the roadway. Walton attempted to correct and swerved back across both lanes of travel. The front of Walton’s Nissan struck a guardrail, disabling the vehicle in the left lane of traffic. A 2014 Kia then struck the Nissan, and a Dodge Caravan also hit the Nissan. Three passengers were ejected from the Nissan. A juvenile male passenger of the Nissan was discovered deceased at the scene. The other three passengers were transported by EMS to Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest. The operator of the Nissan sustained
serious injuries. The drivers of the other two vehicles sustained injuries and were also transported to local hospitals. Open alcoholic containers were located inside the Nissan and further investigation is required.
Vehicle crash on Old Post Road
On August 11, Anthony Pridgen was involved in a one-vehicle crash on Old Post Road, south of Hemlock Drive Pridgen fled the area of the crash scene prior to police arrival. He was observed walking north on Old Post Road a short distance away. During the crash investigation, it was determined that Pridgen was under the influence of marijuana while operating the vehicle.
76,000 pounds of waste in tractortrailer crash
A tractor-trailer crash occurred on Quarry Street in North Whitehall Township on September 6. Albert Matthis, 32 of Allentown, was operating the trailer at speeds greater than reasonable and subsequently failed to maintain control while negotiating a right hand turn. The tractortrailer rolled onto its driver side and skidded 75 feet. Matthis was evaluated and transported by
Cetronia EMS for further evaluation. Matthis’s trailer was loaded with 76,000 lbs. of solid waste. Ironton Towing, Stew’s Towing and J.P. Mascaro & Sons assisted with clean up and towing. TriClover Fire Company and Cetronia EMS personnel assisted on the scene.
One-way ticket from Spain purchased with stolen card
On August 29, an unknown actor (who is believed to be residing in Europa) used victim Daniel Quay’s, 39 of Coplay, credit card to purchase a $1,100 plane ticket through AIR EUROPA. A one-way ticket from Spain to an unknown location in the world was purchased with the stolen credit card.
Tampering with records at Hanover PennDOT
On July 30, tampering of records transpired at the PennDOT Driver License Center, located at 1710 Hoover Ave. in Hanover Township. In the commission of this crime, a male actor was in the possession of a stolen birth certificate and a fraudulent social security card. He attempted to obtain a non-commercial learner’s permit by providing false information to PennDOT personnel. The investigation is ongoing.
Crash due to sun glare
On September 7, a 2001 Ford was traveling east on Snyders Church Road in East Allen Township and slammed on the breaks while approaching a hard left turn due to sun glare on the windshield. The vehicle skidded into the embankment, causing the vehicle to roll over back onto the roadway. Minor injuries were reported; the driver was transported to St. Luke’s Hospital by East Allen EMS.
Shots fired 1400 block of Briarclift Rd.
Colonial Regional Police were dispatched to the 1400 block of Briarclift Road in Hanover Township for a shots fired call on September 4. Upon arrival, police found several people outside arguing. Several people were under the influence of alcohol. After police secured the scene, a
handgun and several spent 9mm shells were found in the bushes. Jeremy Szulborski, age 24, admitted he shot the handgun several times to stop his father and sister from arguing. Szulborski will be charged with recklessly endangering another person and disorderly conduct through DJ Narlesky’s office.
Unconscious driver on heroin blocks Sonic Drive-In
Troopers were dispatched to Sonic Drive-in on July 27 to the report of an unconscious male in a silver Mitsubishi Eclipse that was blocking the entrance to the drive-in located on Airport Road. When troopers arrived, the male became responsive and was determined to be under the influence of heroin. The suspect was taken into custody for suspicion of DUI. A search of the vehicle was conducted and several packets of suspected heroin were located.
Northampton Planning Commission allows venture capital project to move forward
By JUSTIN SWEITZER The Northampton Borough Planning Commission met on Wednesday, September 14 with one project on their agenda: the planned development of a Washington Avenue building into a church-based social club building. The building is located on 1464 Washington Ave., Northampton, Pa. in a residential area. It has previously served as a daycare, among a variety of other purposes throughout its history. Pennsylvania Venture Capital, Inc. is the firm currently behind the building’s change. They look to convert it into a facility for bible studies, youth group meetings and other church-related purposes. Mickey Thompson, chief operating officer of Pennsylvania Venture Capital, Inc. was present at the meeting, as was attorney James Kratz who represents the company. Absent from the meeting was developer Abraham Atiyeh who is heading the project. Planning Commission member Robert McHale expressed confusion over the intended uses of the building, which he believed to be only for church-related purposes. Thompson said they plan to allow the property to be used for other purposes, including birth-
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day parties, banquets and certain fundraising events. Alcohol and smoking would not be permitted on premises, according to Thompson. McHale also expressed concerned over the time span featured in Pennsylvania Venture Capital’s previous testimony. According to their previous testimony, the hours that the building would be available for use ranged from 7 a.m. to 12 a.m. “I’m worried about the residential area,” McHale said, noting that the property falls in an R-3 residential district. McHale said he found it very difficult to see why events would be held beyond 10 p.m. being that it is a church related building. He suggested limiting the building’s use to 10 p.m. instead of 12 a.m. so late events would not disturb residents. “I find it very difficult to be holding such events at midnight being that it is a church-related building,” McHale said. The commission told Thompson and Kratz that the building must also be compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and that the next step would be to file for an occupancy permit. The commission also speculated that the building may need an elevator and a functioning sprinkler system. Jim Kucharik, a Washington Avenue resident, also expressed concern over certain elements of the project. Kucharik has lived near the location through its multiple uses and said that there is an extreme lack of parking at the Washington Avenue location, which could cause disruption to the local residents. “Parking has always been a problem,” Kucharik said. “There’s no parking there.” Thompson took a moment to mention that the top priority for him and his company is to be “good neighbors.” He expressed that Pennsylvania Venture Capital, Inc. is committed to working with the community and getting along with nearby residents. He described the proposed use as “low risk, low reward” for the neighborhood. After some brief deliberating, McHale made a motion to recommend approval of the project, with the applicants agreeing to the conditions set forth by the planning commision, which was then approved by the rest of the commission.
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Opinion Presidential Debate Preview: September 26
By JUSTIN SWEITZER The stakes could not be higher for the first general election debate of this election cycle. The past year has given birth to the most unpredictable and unprecedented election in the history of the United States. Two of the nation’s most polarizing political figures, Republican nominee Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton, will meet for the first time on a debate stage on September 26, in what is sure to be an explosive matchup. The event will air live from Hofstra University from 9 to 10:30 p.m. It will be shown on the three major cable news channels: CNN, Fox News and MSNBC, as well as C-SPAN, ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC. The abundance of narratives following the candidates into their first face-to-face televised battle will make for some compelling entertainment, but they will also set the stage for what to expect in the first of three presidential debates that will provide voters with a sense of what is to come in 2017.
Personal Attacks
There has been no shortage of shots fired between the nominees of America’s two most powerful political parties. The GOP nominee has accused Hillary Clinton of being an “untrustworthy liar” whose personal gain has come at the expense of ordinary Americans. On the other side, Clinton believes Trump to be “temperamentally unfit” for the presidency, calling him a “racist” and a “bigot” who poses a large threat to the nation. Expect the name calling to intensify as the candidates release months of pent-up aggression at each other.
The Policy Wonk
Clinton flourishes in debates. Years of experience in public service has shaped her into a formidable opponent to anyone sharing a debate stage with her. Her foreign policy knowledge was second to none in the Democratic primary debates, and her extensive knowledge of all things policy gives her an immediate advantage heading into her first debate with Trump. It will be a massive surprise if Trump comes anywhere close to Clinton in terms of her health care, foreign policy and education chops.
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Donald Trump finds himself on the other side of the policy equation. Trump built his support on his emotionally-driven rhetoric, delivered in stream-of-consciousness rambles that were easy to digest and short on details. While Trump has given some detailed policy speeches, his performance at NBC’s Commander-in-Chief forum showed that Trump struggles with policy specifics without the help of a teleprompter. Expect that theme to continue in his first debate against Clinton.
Trump to hit on Clinton’s Trust Issues
Contrary to what many think, Trump is not as stupid as he comes off to be. He knows what Clinton’s biggest weakness is: her trust issues. Her ongoing email scandal has played right into the hands of the real estate mogul, using it as one of many examples to cast his opponent as untrustworthy. It will likely be Trump’s primary argument to American voters on Monday night, one that Clinton will have to fight back against as the shadow of her scandals loom over her.
Northampton's Mikyla Kutish Received a Physical Therapy White Coat from University of the Sciences submitted by BRIAN KIRSCHNER Mikyla Kutish of Northampton, a doctor of physical therapy student at University of the Sciences, received a white coat at the Twelfth Annual Physical Therapy White Coat Ceremony on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. The White Coat Ceremony is an annual rite of passage for fourth-year students in USciences' six-year PT program. Kutish continues on the path to receiving a doctor of physical therapy degree in May 2019. Donning their white coats, the more than 75 student-physical therapists recited the Oath of
a Physical Therapist, a gesture to reinforce their commitment to working with patients compassionately and to enhancing their health and well-being. University of the Sciences has prepared students to be leaders and practitioners in the healthcare and science fields for nearly 200 years. Key to its distinctive education is a tradition of hands-on research and experiential learning that is evident in every graduate who has walked its campus. Since its founding in 1821 as Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, the first college of pharmacy in North America, USciences has grown
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Senior Health Fair
submitted by JEAN DLUGOSE The Salvation Army, 521 Pembroke Road, Bethlehem, will hold its third Senior Health Fair on Thursday, October 6 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. This event is open to all seniors ages 50 and up. There will be a free light lunch, door prizes, free flu shots, heel scans and representatives from many local agencies for the benefit of Senior health, aging, quality of life, legal issues, and more as well as Rep. Steve Samuelson's office.
The Moderator
Debate moderators will likely never be as important as they will be in this election cycle, as they look to contain the two most unpopular candidates in the history of the country. All eyes will be on NBC’s Lester Holt as he tries to curtail the circus that will unfold at Hofstra University.
Everything To Lose
This will be a golden opportunity for Trump, as he takes on one of the most well-known names in politics. Trump loves attention, and the general election will help feed both his ego and his campaign, the latter of which runs off of free media attention. Clinton however, has everything to lose. If she can’t come across as the more prepared and competent of the two, she risks further damaging her public image, as well as her campaign. Clinton enters the debate with not only the most experience, but also the most pressure. To earn back the momentum that has faded since the Democratic National Convention, Clinton must deliver.
Third annual Pet food drive results Submitted by DENISE
CASSIDY-DIETSCH MisPits, Doodie Calls, LLC and The Animal Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley are happy to announce that 3898.88 pounds of pet food was donated in this year’s Pet Food Drive. That is a staggering 1000 pounds more than last year. This donation to the Animal Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley will go a long way in keeping needy pets out of shelters. MisPits, Doodie Calls, LLC and The Animal Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley sincerely thank all who donated, shared or offered their business as a drop off location.
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GAB OVER by Pete THE FENCE G. Ossip Fall came in a week early for a couple days, great for sleeping with your windows open at night. . . only thing is, with the weather being so great, we haven’t had rain around these parts . . until early Monday morning storms rolled through, I’m sure it helped a little. . . but now back to the warm humid stuff again. Acorns are falling from all the oak trees around here, so soon the beautiful colored leaves will begin to color the landscapes. Fall arrives Thursday this week, so get the rakes and leaf blowers revved up and ready to go. Outside of the labor picking up leaves, fall is actually the nicest time of the year. So let’s enjoy it with a smile. Ye Ed’s sons will take care of that chore as usual while’s he’s laid up for a while. . . .The firefighter men and women had a wonder-
DARTBALL Dryland leads the way early on in the league With one less team the Suburban Inter-Church Dart Baseball League continues with a bye each week. These are the results of week 2 from Sept. 19. St. Paul’s UCC of Northampton won 5-1 and 8-6 before losing 4-2 to Salem Lutheran of Bethlehem. St. Paul’s had Dave Clark, 8 for 12; Paul Slimmon, 7 for 12, Rich Kern, 5 for 13; and Amber Gross, 4 for 12. Salem Lutheran had Tyler Frankenfield, 5 for 7. Bath Lutheran won 7-5 in 11 innings, then won 11-10 and 5-4 over Emmanuel’s. Jordan Meixsell hit 6 for 14; Lee Creyer, 6 for 13; Wendy Yacone, 4 for 14 with a home run. For Emmanuel’s Judy Hoffert went 8 for 15 with the cycle; Bruce Danyluk, 7 for 12; Jim Hill, 6 for 15 with the cycle; and Jill Dalrymple, 5 for 12. St. Stephen’s of Bethlehem defeated Messiah Lutheran of Bethlehem. Messiah won the first game 3-0 but then St. Stephen’s won the next game 3-2 in 10 innings and game 3, 5-3. St. Stephen’s had Ed Wychuk, 7 for 14; Dave Blankovitch, 4 for 11 and Alan Antry with a home run. For Nazareth, Andy Mickelson, 5-12; Norm Chino-
ful ceremony for their fallen comrade, Roger Rehrig up on Green Mount Cemetery in Bath. They raised a huge American flag at Thirst Quenchers and at the fire station on Center Street. It’s great how the firefighters treat their deceased. . . Penn State survived a hard fought football game on Saturday with the Nittany Lions beating the Temple Owls 34-27. Ye Ed’s pal Tony was there and said the local kid from Whitehall, Saquon Barkley, looked great, as usual. . . . Phillies did O.K. in hosting the Florida Marlins. The rebuilding is going on, with better results this year than last. . . Dartball and bowling seasons have begun, so the players have more than 25 weeks of indoor entertainment ahead. . . Bath Farmer’s Market has almost wrapped up a good summer of selling fruits and vegetables. Hats off to all who ran the market and the farmers who had their crops for sale. . Ye Ed says “Hi” to his fellow hearts and players at the Legion. . . Get out and enjoy the fall, gang! berger, 4 for 12; Rick Hasonich, 4 for 12; Todd Jones, 4 for 13. Salem UCC of Moorestown defeated Ebenezer. Salem won 2-0 and 4-2 while Eben. Pulled one out in 11 innings 5-3. Salem UCC featured Larry Fehnel, 5 for 12 and Jack Troxell, 4 for 12 with a home run. Ebenezer had Tim Voortman, 5 for 11; Steve Councin, 4 for 12 with a home run that won their game for them. Vic Pacchioni went 4 for 13 as well. Farmersville hosted Christ UCC of Bath. Farmersville won game 1, 2-0 but then the Bathites won games 2 & 3, 5-3 and 8-0. Christ UCC had Joann Pokorny go 6 for 12 and Jarod Pokorny go 6 for 14. Eric Yocum went 5 for 13. For Farmersville, Keith Campbell went 5 for 12 and Dave Campbell 3 for 9. Dryland had the bye. STANDINGS W L Dryland, Hecktown 3 0 St. Stephen’s, Beth’m 5 1 Christ UCC, Bath 4 2 Messiah, Bethlehem 4 2 Salem Luth., Beth’m 3 3 Emmanuel, Bethlehem 3 3 Salem UCC, Moores. 2 4 Ebenezer, Bethlehem 2 4 St. Paul’s, North’n 2 4 Farmersville 1 2 Bath Lutheran 1 5
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Bath Planning Commission Holds Feasibility Hearing submitted by KERI LINDENMUTH The Bath Planning Commission heard and discussed George Gasper’s development plans for his property on Pearl Street in Bath on Monday, September 19 at the commission’s monthly meeting in the Bath Municipal Building. Accompanied by his surveyor Mark Bradbury, Gasper outlined his plans for a proposed minor subdivision on three plots of land on his property. “[It is] a mowed grass lawn at this point in time,” Bradbury explained, concerning the parcel of land.
However, the major issue facing Gasper’s proposal is that all lots should have access to a public street or preexisting private drive. Zoning requires that lots have frontage on a street, which the proposed lots on Pearl Street do not. “I knew coming in here, the most difficult thing would be a variance,” Bradbury continued. In order for Gasper to move forward with his plans, he must present his plans before the Zoning Board. Gasper and Bradbury decided to move forward with zoning and post an escrow so that a more detailed feasibility review can be undertaken.
Blue Mountain Baseball League Hall of Fame, Inc. submitted by BOB SCHUSTER The Blue Mountain League Hall of Fame is pleased to announce their selections for induction to the BML Hall-ofFame for 2016. The Committee (Bob Schuster, Secretery-Treasurer; John Bisco, Jack Kinney, Mike Mihalik, Andy Pitsilos, George Pitsilos, Dave Stoudt, Tom Stoudt, Sr.) made their selections from a slate of 35 nominations. The 2016 selections are: Tim Buck- Pitcher for backto-back champion Bethleon, Tim was a start pitcher, the “ace” of the staff. In 2002, he had a record of 11-1 and was not only the Pitcher of the Year, but the
League’s Most Valuable Player as well. Cal Kresge- Cal earns his place in the Blue Mountain League Hall of Fame for all he has done for the game of baseball over 35 years. From sponsoring the Saylorsburg Lakers for many years, to maintaining the Saylorsburg Playground Baseball field, (he even chips in at the refreshment stand). We salute his devotion to baseball, and the Blue Mountain League. Mike Pavolko- He’s gone from throwin’ em’ to callin’ em’. For 17 seasons, Mike threw strikes for four teams in the BML, winning more than 60 games. He was the 2000 Turoscy Formula
The Lehigh Valley Health Festival has something for Everyone submitted by DENISE GARCIA BRADY Lehigh Valley Health Festival will open its gates on Saturday, October 1, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free, family-friendly event will be held on the main campus of Northampton Community College at 3835 Green Pond Road in Bethlehem, PA, and benefits the Children’s Home of Easton. The event will feature healthy cooking demonstrations, obstacle courses, workshops and more. Visitors can meet with health-related businesses and organizations, try yoga, take a walk with their pets and tour the East 40 Garden of NCC. The festival will also feature a natural and organic marketplace, and live, local music. St. Luke’s University Health Network is sponsoring this year’s Health Fest. “The mission of Health Fest aligns with the wellness programming that St. Luke’s has focused on for the past several years,” said Hollie Gibbons, St. Luke’s Net-
work Director of Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Initiatives. “The Network has implemented several initiatives through the Department of Community Health and Preventive Medicine which focus on helping the community make the right choices for healthy bodies and minds.” New to this year’s Health Fest is the community college’s annual Spartan Sprint 5K Run/Walk which will be held in conjunction with Health Fest. The 5K raises money to support NCC students. The 5K is one of St. Luke’s official Get Your Tail on the Trail events, an initiative created by St. Luke’s University Health Network and the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor to connect people to opportunities along the D&L Trail, while increasing health awareness and improving the health status of the community. Health Fest was created in 2014 by Denise Garcia-Brady, owner of Creative Actions Yoga. "I started Health Fest simply
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“I got out of this meeting what I needed,” Bradbury said, satisfied. Also on the agenda for the night was the fate of the property at 224 West Main Street. Several years ago, the borough received a grant that would enable them to demolish the empty structure and turn the property into a parking lot for the nearby rail trail. This property has yet to be demolished and the borough is facing fines because of that. However, the borough’s fire department gave a small parcel of land to the borough. This land has been approved as a feasible swap, giving the borough the ability to sell the land on Main Street to an interested bidder. The discussion was tabled for a future meeting. Award (+0.384). After his pitching career ended, he became one of the best umpires in the league. He must love baseball. Chris Rios- Like power hitters? Chris belted 55 home runs during his eight-year career, including leading the league with 19 in 1994. Like high average hitters? Chris had a 0.413 career average. To top it all off, he was a fine outfielder as well. Little wonder he has been selected to the BML Hall of Fame. A banquet/reunion honoring the new members of the Blue Mountain League Hall-of-Fame and all past inductees, will be held on Thursday, October 20 at the Phoenix Hall in Nazareth. Tickets are priced at $30 per person and are available from any Hall-ofFame Committee member, or by calling Bob Schuster at 610-6910200. because I wanted to help people discover their own healthier lifestyles," said Denise. When asked about working with the Children's Home of Easton, she replied, "I chose to support the Children's Home's Cannon Health Initiative because our goals aligned so well, and I wanted to support the great work they were doing with kids." The Cannon Health Initiative was created to encourage participants to exercise, eat right, get enough sleep, manage stress and keep a positive outlook on life. Todd Nemura, Wellness Program Manager at the Children’s Home and co-organizer of this year’s Health Fest was the designer of the Cannon Health Initiative. “I started our wellness program two years ago in one of our group homes with some YMCA passes, a small organic garden, and a daily schedule that helped my kids get the right amount of sleep,” Nemura said. “We’ve now expanded the program to our main campus and are incorporating wellness into all aspects of our culture.” For more information about the Lehigh Valley Health Festival and to apply to be a participating Continued on page 13
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Tribute to Fallen Comrade By Home News Staff With tremendous dignity and respect, the Bath Firefighters said goodbye to one of their own, former Chief Roger Rehrig, 61, on Friday, September 16. Services were held in his home church, Christ UCC of Bath. The Rev. Michael Eckroth, his pastor, and the Rev. Jay R. Wetzel of St. John’s Lutheran, Bath, officiated. One of four stops made by a procession of fire trucks from Bath and neighboring fire companies, the men and women paused at attention and saluted their comrade four times. On Thursday, the men of Manoquesy Lodge 413, F& AM held special memorial rites. Rehrig was a member of the Bath Masonic Lodge.
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• Theft from vehicle of the 300 block of E. 12th Street. Report of a cell phone charger taken from a legally parked vehicle. • Fraud in the 500 block of Buckingham Drive. Report of credit card fraud. • Theft from vehicle in the 300 block of E. 11th Street. Report of a yellow Dewalt Bluetooth radio and a Samsung flip phone taken from a legally parked vehicle. • Assist person in the 2300 block of Main Street. Request to assist a female.
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• Hit and run accident in the 800 block of Main Street. Report of two legally parked vehicles struck, offending silver vehicle fled scene traveling north on Main Street.
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• Disturbance in the unit block of E. 18th Street. Report of a female causing a disturbance.
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• Criminal mischief in the 100 block of W. 30th Street. Report of a legally parked vehicle keyed. • Domestic in the 1500 block of Newport Avenue between a male and a female.
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• Disturbance in the 1500 block of Newport Avenue. Report of a male causing a disturbance. • Domestic in the 1600 block of Main Street between a male and a female.
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Northampton Borough Council approves church community project by JUSTIN SWEITZER The Northampton Borough Council met for their final meeting of the month on September 15, approving a project by Hope Lutheran Church that aims to help the dwindling Monarch butterfly population which is near evolving into an endangered species. Reverend Jerry Mraz addressed council with the hopes that they would approve a “church leaves the building” project where Hope Lutheran Church volunteers in local communities. Mraz’s goal is to help create a local food source for Monarch butterflies by planting milkweed plants at the Northampton Municipal Park. Mraz says “sterile” milkweed plants would be most suitable, as they are non-invasive and would provide a habitat and food source for Monarch caterpillars. Mraz also stated that Monarch
butterflies are a Christian symbol of the resurrection. He asked council to also consider allowing a stand with brochures explaining the life-cycle of the Monarch butterfly at the park. Councilman Tony Pristash made a motion to approve the project, with Robert Coleman seconding it. The council also passed four resolutions during the meeting, which were stated in the council agenda as follows: Resolution No. 10-16 – a resolution, effective upon its adoption, approving and ratifying
the conveyance of land between the borough and Lehigh County for the conveyance of approximately 0.134 acres required for a drainage easement; 0.078 acres required for an aerial easement; and 0.222 acres for a temporary construction easement. Resolution No. 11-16 – a resolution granting permission to set the borough’s contribution to the non-uniformed pension plan for fiscal year 2017. Resolution No. 12-16 – a resolution granting permission to set the borough’s contribution rate Continued on page 13
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ANDY’S CORNER by ANDY WEAVER The Nazareth Football team played at home on September 16, where they hosted the Hawks from Bethlehem Catholic and unfortunately lost, with a score of 28-7. The boys traveled to East Stroudsburg South For a 7 p.m. game on September 23, with a 1-3 record. So far the Nazareth Field Hockey team is off to a rough start. The girls played at Emmaus on September 12 and lost, played at home on September 14 with
Northampton and fell 5-0, and then fell to Pocono Mountain East 4-2. Next they’ll host East Stroudsburg North for Senior Night at 7 p.m. on September 22, and then they’ll play Holy Redeemer High School at 1 p.m. on September 24. The Nazareth Girls Soccer team is also having a tough season. The soccer girls went to Emmaus on September 13 and lost, then hosted Northampton on September 15 where they tied, and then lost to Salisbury at home on September 19. The girls’ next chance to redeem themselves is on September 24, where they will host Continued on page 13
submitted by SANDRA RINEHART The Nazareth Area Garden Club celebrated its fourteenth Flower and Garden Show at the Schoeneck Moravian Church Fellowship Hall this month. The theme this year was “Gardening…Dig it!” Members displayed more than 200 houseplants and horticulture specimens, and 43 floral arrangements. All entries were judged by non-member experts in horticulture and floral arranging. In addition to individual categories, they awarded Best in Show to the entries deemed to be the best in their category, and Sweepstakes Awards, for the most first places by an individual member, in each category. This year’s winners were: Arrangements: Best of Show, Sandee Rinehart, runner up Phoebe Cubberly. Sweepstakes: a tie between Sandee Rinehart and Debbie DeSousa. Horticulture: Best of Show, Evanne Maher, runner up Sandee Rinehart . Sweepstakes: Evanne Maher. Houseplants: Best of Show, Continued on page 13
Church Dir. The Home News Church Directory is an alphabetical listing of community churches and synagogues. If you would like to submit a press release or calendar item for your church, please email it to: editorial@homenewspa.com or mail it to us at The Home News PO BOX A, Walnutport, PA 18088. The Church Directory is always available on our website at www.HomeNewsPA.com
ASSUMPTION BVM PARISH, Northampton. 610262-2559 Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. through 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., Sat. – Worship 5 p.m. BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, Bushkill Twp. 610-759-7132 Sun. – Worship 9:15 a.m., Sunday School 10:30 a.m. CARPENTER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH, Nazareth. 484-285-0040 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. CHAPMAN QUARRIES UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-837-0935 Sun. – Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship 11 a.m. CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. Chestnut St. Bath. 610-837-0345 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C., Schoenersville. 610-264-9325 Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville. 610837-6051 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m.
Sunday School 10:30 a.m. CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH Northampton. 610-262-8500 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. with HC, Sunday School 10:30 a.m. COVENANT UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610837-7517 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m. HA, Sunday School 9:15 a.m. DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444 Sun. – Worship 8/10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7 p.m. EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt) 610-262-4961 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. EMMANUEL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1741 Sun – Traditional and Contemporary at 9:30 a.m., Wed.- 7 p.m. FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport, 610-767-3505 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOD'S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-4412 Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., Wed.- 7 p.m. BS GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton, 610-262-9517 Sun – Worship 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:15-11 a.m. GOSPEL CHAPEL WESLEYAN CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-8101 (N) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m., Sat- 5 p.m. GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-7036 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Northampton 610-262-7186 (HA)
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Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 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. 610759-7363 Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m., HC 1st & 3rd Sunday
SALEM UNITED METHODIST, Danielsville. 610-767-8003 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m. ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL Nazareth 610-746-3910 Sun. – Holy Eucharist 10 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m. ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-8371061 Sun. - Worship 8/10:15 a.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.
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.
HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton 610-262-2668 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m.
ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Howertown. 610-262-8666 Sun. - Worship 9:30 a.m., Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
HOLY TRINITY SLOVAK LUTHERAN, Northampton. 610-262-3365 Sun. – Worship 8:30 a.m. HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cherryville 610 767-7203 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. MOUNTAIN VIEW WESLEYAN CHURCH Bath 610-759-7553 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m. NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-7593163 Sun. – Worship 8:15/10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. NORTHAMPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Northampton 610-262-5645 Sun – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m., Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7:30 p.m. QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, Northampton 610-262-2227 Sun. – Mass 7:30/9:30/11:30 a.m., Mon. - Fri. – Mass 8 a.m. Sat. – Mass 4 p.m. RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth. 484-5971440 Sun. – Worship/meeting 10 a.m. SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. 610-8377874 Sun. – Mass 6:30/8/9:30/11 a.m., Mon.-Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri – Mas 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30/6 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 7/8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m. SALEM U.C.C. Moorestown 610-759-1652 Sun. – 8/10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun. – Worship at 8/10:45 a.m., Wed.- 11 a.m. ST. NICHOLAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, Walnutport. 610-767-3107 Sun. – Mass 8/9:30/11 a.m., Holy Day – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri.- 8:30 a.m. ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton, 610-261-2910. HA Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. (with child care), Sunday School 9 a.m. ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indianland, Cherryville 610767-4572 Sun. – 9 a.m. Christian Hour Education, Worship at 10:30 a.m. ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Northampton 610-837-7426
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Sun. – 10:15 a.m., SS 9 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 610-767-8939 Sat. – Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. ZION’S STONE U.C.C., Kreidersville 610-262-1133 Sun. – SS 9 a.m., Worship 10:15 a.m. ZION E.L. CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-6636 (N) Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m.
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Forgiving One’s Self?
This column was submitted by Grace Lundmark (Pastor Lundmark’s sister-in-law): My daughter shared a significant story with me about a young married woman who had, in her early adult years, sown her “wild oats” and hurt a lot of people. After she married and had children, she began attending church, but she could not maintain joy in her faith because of her past. She went to a godly woman for help and explained that she could not forgive herself for the things she’d done. She shared with this godly woman that although she tried and tried she could not forgive herself. The older woman went to get her Bible, and when she came back she said to the young woman, “I can’t find it in here,” pointing to her Bible. The young woman asked, “Can’t find what?” The older woman replied, “I can’t find anywhere in the Bible where you are supposed to ‘forgive yourself.’ I can only find where you are to ask Jesus for forgiveness. He’s the only one who can forgive sins.” After the two prayed together, asking Jesus to forgive the sins of the young woman’s past, the young woman was filled with joy. When she went home, her husband noticed her changed countenance and asked her what happened and she told him that Jesus had forgiven her past. This story is thought-provoking because we often hear people say “you must forgive yourself...” but, actually, the one who commits sin cannot forgive sin - sin must be forgiven by the only One who was sinless, and bore our sins. “Through this man (Jesus) is preached unto you the forgiveness of sins.” (Acts 13:38)
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Obituaries Yvonne I. Bailey
Yvonne I. Bailey, 70, of Orange Park, Florida, formerly of Moore Township and Blossburg, PA, passed away peacefully in the loving care of her family on Monday, September 12, 2016, at her daughter’s residence in Moore Township. She was the beloved wife of Billy M. Bailey. They observed their 24th wedding anniversary on April 14. Born in West Berlin, Germany on January 06, 1946, she was a daughter of the late Charlotte Freise. Yvonne was employed by American National Can Co. in Fogelsville where she worked as a forklift operator and quality control technician for 14 years before retiring. She enjoyed a very active lifestyle, which included swimming and exercising at the Y.M.C.A. as well as walking and hiking. Yvonne also enjoyed bowling, gardening, and needlework. She will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by her family and friends. Survivors: In addition to her loving husband, Billy, she is survived by her three children, Michelle Paulus and her husband, Donald of Frederick, Maryland, Cristi Moll and her husband, Matthew of Moore Township, and Roger Farber of Easton; two step-children, Steven Bailey of Orwigsburg and Laura Lynskey of Mount Penn; seven grandchildren; two sisters, Erna Bogaczyk and her husband, Edmund of Blossburg, PA and Vera Repky and her husband, Jurgen of Berlin, Germany; brother-in-law, Jerry W. Bailey and his wife, Jennie of Orange Park, Florida; sisters-in-law, Ruby Chisholm and her husband, Marvin of Ridgley, Maryland and Wanda McDonald and her husband, Steve of Taneytown, Maryland; nieces and nephews. Yvonne was predeceased by a sister, Helga and a toddler brother. Services: will be private, at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the GEORGE G. BENSING FUNERAL HOME, Inc., Village of Moorestown - Bath. Contributions: may be made in memory
of Yvonne to the Lymphoma Research Foundation, 115 Broadway, Suite 1301, New York, NY 10006.
Carl T. Remel
Carl T. Remel, 84, of Nazareth, was stricken at home and passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2016, at St. Luke’s University Hospital – Anderson Campus in Bethlehem Township. Born in Tatamy on April 10, 1932, he was the son of the late Allen P. and Ella C. (Yeisley) Remel. Carl was a graduate of Nazareth High School, class of 1950. An experienced restaurateur, Carl owned and operated the former Carldon’s Restaurant in Nazareth for several years before retiring. His talents were not limited to the restaurant business, as Carl possessed an expert command of the Pennsylvania Dutch dialect and was a longtime member and past president of the Fersommle Fesht On Der Bushkill, which helped to foster interest and preserve the Pennsylvania Dutch culture. He was a member of Grundsow Lodge and a volunteer and active member of St. John’s United Church of Christ, Nazareth. Survivors: He will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by his companion of 22 years, Virginia E. “Ginny” (Schlamb) Dietrick with whom he resided; sons, Cyril Remel and his wife, Jan of Bushkill Township and Dean Remel of Bayonne, NJ; grandsons, Bret Remel of Northampton and Jeffrey Remel and his wife, Bridget of Cochranville, PA; a great-granddaughter, Juliana; a sister, Leona J. Remel of Nazareth; a niece and nephew. Carl was predeceased by his wife, Mildred E. (Cressman) Remel in 1994, as well as a sister, Margaret E. Scott in 2011. Services: will be private, at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements have been entrusted to the GEORGE G. BENSING FUNERAL HOME, Inc., Village of Moorestown Bath. Contributions: may be made in memory of Carl to St. John’s United Church of Christ, 183 S. Broad Street, Nazareth, PA 18064.
George J. Schweitzer
George J. Schweitzer, 93, a lifelong resident of Moore Township, passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2016, at his residence. Born in Moore Township
on January 19, 1923, he was the son of the late George and Katie (Weissmuller) Schweitzer. Prior to retiring, Mr. Schweitzer was employed by the former Chemical Leaman Tank Lines and Schwerman Trucking Co. both of Upper Nazareth Township, where he worked as a foreman for several years. Following in the footsteps of his parents, Mr. Schweitzer was also a life-long farmer in Moore Township. Survivors: He is survived by his only sibling, Barbara K. Fleck of Moore Township; a niece, Cathy Davis of Center Valley; and a nephew, John Fleck of State College. Services: A Memorial Service in celebration of Mr. Schweitzer’s life will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2016, at 10:45 A.M. in the GEORGE G. BENSING FUNERAL HOME, Inc., 2165 Community Drive, Route 946, Village of Moorestown – Bath, PA 18014. Friends and relatives are invited to call on Saturday morning from 9:00 A.M. to 10:45 A.M. in the funeral home. Interment will be private.
Richard L. Rothrock
Richard L. Rothrock, 83, of East Allen Township, formerly of Lower Nazareth Township, passed away on Saturday, September 17, 2016, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Betty Ann (Diehl) Rothrock. They observed their 37th wedding anniversary on July 14. Born in Fountain Hill on June 03, 1933, he was a son of the late Floyd and Wilma (Martin) Rothrock. Richard was a graduate of Nazareth High School, class of 1951, and later honorably served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was employed by the former George V. Seiple & Son, which was a John Deere Farm Equipment dealership in Easton, where he was the parts manager for many years before retiring. Richard enjoyed hunting, fishing, and traveling together with his wife, which he loved to do in their motorhome. He was an active member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church of Hecktown, where he served on church council and was the Sunday school superintendent. Survivors: In addition to his loving wife, Betty Ann, he is survived by a daughter, Deanna Filipovits and her husband, Richard of Bushkill Township; a granddaughter, Amanda; two brothers, Martin Rothrock and his wife, Karen of Florida and Lynn Rothrock and his wife, Glenda of Dallas, PA; nieces and nephews. Richard was predeceased by his first wife, Doris (Fuls) Rothrock in 1973. Services: A Memorial Service in celebration of Richard’s life were held on Wednesday, September 21, 2016, at 12 Noon in Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 323 Nazareth Pike, Bethlehem, PA 18020. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the GEORGE G. BENSING FUNERAL HOME, Inc., Village of Moorestown - Bath. Contributions: may be made in memory of Richard to Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church of Hecktown.
Mabel M. Guest
Mabel M. Guest, 83, of Lower Nazareth Township, passed away on Monday, September 12, 2016, at Alexandria Manor in Bath. She was the wife of Charles H. Guest. They observed their 63rd wedding anniversary on June 27. Born in East Allen Township on January 15, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Russell W. and Emma L. (Danner) Miller. She was a graduate of Liberty High School, class of 1951. For 35 years, Mabel was employed by the County of Northampton where she served as the deputy controller for 16 years, before retiring from the finance department in 1986. She was an active member and volunteer of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church of Bath, and she enjoyed bowling in leagues with her husband. Survivors: In addition to her loving husband, Charles, she is survived by daughters, Linda M. Hower and her husband, Ned of Lower Nazareth Township and Martha L. Company and her husband, Alan of Flagler Beach, Florida; sons, David L. Guest and his wife, Wendy and Dale A. Guest and his companion, Stephanie Green both of Lower Nazareth Township; four grandchildren, Jamie Brozman and her husband, Gerald of Lower Nazareth Township, Jennifer Boyle and her husband, Shane of Lehighton, Mary Company of Flagler Beach, Florida, and Derek Guest of Lower Nazareth Township; four great-grandchildren, Ethan, Olivia, Davin and Keiran; sister-in-law, Carol Miller of East Allen Township; nieces and nephews. Mabel was predeceased by her brother, Kenneth E. Miller in 2013. Services: A Memorial Service in celebration of Mabel’s life will be held on Saturday, October 01, 2016, at 11:00 A.M. in St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 206 E. Main Street, Bath, PA 18014. Friends and relatives are invited to call on Saturday morning from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. in the church. Interment will be private. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the GEORGE G. BENSING FUNERAL HOME, Inc., Village of Moorestown Bath. Contributions: may be made in memory of Mabel to The Center for Animal Health & Welfare, 1165 Island Park Road, Easton, PA 18042.
Nicholas Parchomenko
Nicholas Parchomenko, 56 of Macungie, PA. died Friday, September 16, 2016, after being stricken at his residence. Born Friday, September 2, 1960 in Rochester, New York, he was the son of the late Fedir Parchomenko and Olga (Pasukh)
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Parchomenko. He was the husband of Patty M. (Holland) Parchomenko, with whom he shared 31 years of marriage this March 1, 2016. Nicholas was the District Manager for Rite Aid Pharmacy, responsible for the areas of Villanova, Suburbs of Philadelphia, and King of Prussia for the past 35 years. A very active member of Assumption Virgin Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Northampton, PA; A strong supporter of the Children's Miracle Network and St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Surviving along with his wife Patty are; son, Nicholas F. Parchomenko and wife Keli of Alburtis, PA, daughter, Michelle L. wife of John Pozzetta of Hellertown, PA, brother, Walter Parkhomenko of Arlington, VA, sister, Natalie Sawczuk of Rochester, NY. A Burial service will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday at Assumption Virgin Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Ch., 1301 Newport Ave. Northampton, PA. 18067 with the Rev. Bazyl Zawierucha officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, September 21, 2016, and Thurs. Sept. 22, 2016, 9:00 am to 10:00 am both in the church. Interment will follow in Assumption Virgin Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Cemetery, Northampton, PA. Contributions: May be made in his memory to the Church memorial fund C/O the funeral home. Online condolences may be made to the family at www. schislerfuneralhomes.com
Richard F. Hartzell
Richard F. Hartzell, 88 of Bath, PA. died Thursday, September 15, 2016, at Moravian Hall Square Retirement Community, Nazareth, PA. Born September 2, 1928 in Hanover Twsp., PA., he was the son of the late Floyd G.W. Hartzell and the late Katie J. (Mitman) Hartzell. He was the husband of the late Clista M. (Bellas) Hartzell who passed away in December 2015. Richard was last employed by Continued on page 13
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the Keystone Cement Co, Bath PA. as a machine repairman for 30 years retiring in 1993. Prior to the Keystone he worked for Tashner Construction and the former Lehigh and New England Railroads as a lineman for several years. Prior to that he was a machine repairman for the former St. Regis Paper Co., Nazareth. An active outdoorsman. He was a member of the Keystone Road & Gun club and life member of the East Bath Rod & Gun club. Richard enjoyed the company of many friends especially breakfasts with fellow Keystone retirees. He was a great dad and will be sorely missed. He is survived by a daughter; Linda M. wife of Attny. Alfred Pierce, Northampton, PA; Grandson Rodney R. Scheckler and Great -Grandson Nicolas R. Scheckler; Brother; David Hartzell, Crystal River, FL.. He was predeceased by sisters Betty and Charlotte. A Graveside services was held Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at Fairview Cemetery, Moorestown, PA. Schisler Funeral Home of Northampton, PA. is in charge of arrangements. Contributions: May be made to the L.V. Hospice C/O the funeral home. On-line condolences may be offer to the family at www.schislerfuneralhomes.com.
Lori K. Galgon
Lori K. Galgon, 56, of S. Levan Street, Allentown, died late Tuesday evening, Sept. 13, 2016, at VNA Hospice House St. Luke’s, Lower Saucon Twp. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Rudolph B. and Marie I. (Fenstermaker) Galgon. Lori was employed in the claims dept. of Aetna Insurance Co., Allentwon. She was a 1978 graduate of the Northampton High School. An avid animal lover, she cared for and rescued many animals over the years. Lori enjoyed collecting, especially dolls. She loved spending time with her daughter and grandchildren. Survivors: daughter Kelly M Galgon of Allentown, granddaughter Marley K. Boyle, grandson Jackson D. Boyle, sisters Sandra, wife of James L. Arnett Jr. of Shippensburg, Patricia A. Betz of Whitehall Twp. Jacqueline Wil-
son and partner Becky Krause of Bethlehem, brother Marvin S. Jr and wife Charlene Frack of Hokendauqua, niece Jennifer and nephews David and Thomas. Services were held Monday at Schisler Funeral Home. Contributions: Last Chance Animal Rescue, 9 Beck Road, Quakertown, PA 18951.
Darlene George
Darlene L. (Berg) George, 78, of Race Street, Allentown, Hanover Twp, died Sunday morning, Sept. 11, 2016 in her home. She was the wife of the late Elwood E. George who passed in 2013. Born in Northampton, she was a daughter of the late Clarence S. and Lucy M. (Scholl) Berg. Darlene was employed as a snipper for the former CNF Dress Factory, Catasauqua, for over 15 years. She was a member of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Catasauqua and the I.L.G.W.U. Darlene was a 1956 graduate of the Catasauqua High School. Survivors: several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by sister Nancy Benner and brothers William and Richard. Services: Held Tuesday at Schisler Funeral Home. Contributions: Church Memorial Fund.
Betty Mertz
Betty L. (Mertz) Snyder, 86, of Gracedale Nursing and Rehab Center, formerly of Airport Road, E. Allen Twp, died Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 7, 2016 at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Muhlenberg Campus, Bethlehem. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Clayton and Florence (Trump) Mertz. Betty was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker. Survivors: daughter Maria D., wife of Dennis Clark. Sons Thomas and wife Josie King, David and wife Ann King, all of Tulsa, OK. Four grandchildren, Dennis, Heather, Lauren and Madison and four great grandchildren. Services: Convenience of family. Contributions: American Diabetes Assn-Bethlehem, PO Box 4383, Bethlehem, PA 18018.
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to the non-uniformed defined contribution pension plan for fiscal year 2017. Resolution No. 13-16 – a resolution setting the contribution rate the police department employees make to the police pension fund for fiscal year 2017. In other business, Pristash praised the success of Northampton Street Fair, thanking council and the street crews for the time and resources spent on the event. The council also gauged interest for participation in this year’s Jack Frost Parade. Council members stressed the importance of not throwing candy to children from atop floats or vehicles, as it presents a safety issue when children come running into the streets for candy. The next borough council meeting will be on Oct. 6, 2016 at 7:30 p.m.
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East Stroudsburg North at 10 a.m. at the track stadium. The Nazareth Boys Soccer team played Emmaus at home on September 13 and unfortunately fell short. They went to Northampton and fell short again on September 15, then lost to Salisbury at home on September 17. The soccer boys will be at Pocono Mountain East on September 19, and then will be at East Stroudsburg North at 11:45 a.m. on September 24. The Nazareth Girls Tennis team is having an outstanding year so far. The tennis girls went to Dieruff and won on September 12, then beat Parkland at home on September 13 in a big win, then went to Emmaus and won on September 15. The tennis courts will see some action on September 22 when the girls host Central Catholic for a 3:30 p.m. start time at Shafer Elementary. The Nazareth Girls Volleyball team is also doing pretty well. They beat Stroudsburg at home on September 12, beat Allen at Allen on September 14 and then came home on September 15 to play Bethlehem Catholic, but fell 3-1. The girls will travel to Emmaus on September 22 and then will host Whitehall on September 26.
The Nazareth Middle School Football team hosted Emmaus in a 6 p.m. game at Andy Leh Stadium on Wednesday, September 21 and next will host Central Catholic at 9 a.m. on September 24. For up to the minute news, check out https://nazarethsports. wordpress.com.
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Connie Sabatine, runner up Bob Sparrow. Sweepstakes: A tie between Debbie DeSousa and Bob Sparrow. Also, in the floral arrangement category, special trophies are awarded to novice and intermediate designers for one specific design. This year's awards went to Julie Anderson and Mimzy Schaller for their "Toadily Green" entries. Cathy Gordon and Carol Miller were runners up. This year we grew two club project plants, a Basil called “Purple Ruffles” and a beautiful annual Lantana called “Camera.” The winner of both was Kathy Juran. Loretta Rhyder took second place for the Basil and Julie Anderson for the Lantana. The small window-box category brought 18 entries. The judges selected Mimzy Schaller for the blue ribbon and the audience selected the same entry
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as their favorite. An additional special project was a 5" hanging terrarium called ‘“Dew Drops”. The winner of that category was Phoebe Cubberly. Evanne Maher was runner up for both. The Nazareth Area Garden Club meets each month from March through November at the Dryland UCC Church at 4415 Newburg Rd., Nazareth at 7 p.m. Visitors are always welcome. Please call president Joe DiGerlando 610-759-7239 for more information.
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Regina Finkboon c/o Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (9/8-9/22) MEETING NOTICE The Lehigh Twp Planning Commission will hold a special meeting on Wed, Oct 19, 2016,at 6:00 pm in the Municipal Bldg, 1069 Municipal Rd, Walnutport, Pa, for the purpose of reviewing the proposed Walmart Plan and any other general business of the Commission. Alice A. Rehrig, Manager (9/22)
St. Luke’s Eliminates Brain Tumors with Breakthrough Laser Treatment submitted by MARIELLA MILLER St. Luke’s University Health Network is the first in the region to offer a new laser procedure that uses minimally invasive MRI-guided laser technology to target and destroy cancerous brain tumors. Visualase®, an MRI-guided laser ablation system by Medtronic, enables neurosurgeons to deliver laser energy though a hole with a diameter approximately the size of a coffee stirrer. The precision of the technology, also known as laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT), allows the laser to destroy the tumor while minimizing harm to surrounding tissue. “This is an exciting breakthrough in the treatment of brain cancer,” says Hugh Moulding, MD, PhD, Chief of St. Luke’s Department of Neurosurgery and Clinical Director of the St. Luke's Brain and Spine Tumor Center. “We are now able to treat tumors previously considered inoperable because the accuracy of laser technology allows us to reach lesions deep into the brain and even near sensitive areas.” Dr. Moulding is the only physician in the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas performing the procedure. “MRI-guided laser ablation is often the best hope for patients due to the lesion’s location or because the patient has already exhausted other treatment options,” he says. “For example, radiosurgery, a type of radiation therapy, is an ef-
fective treatment of brain lesions, however, using radiosurgery to treat a recurring tumor greatly increases the risk of complications from radiation.” Dr. Moulding recently recommended the procedure to Angela Thomas, a 48-year-old wife and mother of two teenagers. Angela was diagnosed with melanoma, and then brain cancer, about two years ago. Consequently, she has received various types of cancer treatments. When a tumor previously treated with radiosurgery began to regrow, Dr. Moulding scheduled the laser ablation procedure. She received the treatment on May 26 at St. Luke’s University Hospital in Bethlehem. “I didn’t know exactly what to expect, but the treatment went very well,” says Angela, who lives in Forksville, Sullivan County, about three hours north of Easton. “It was much simpler than I expected.” To prepare a patient for the treatment, Dr. Moulding drills a small hole in the skull. Then, the laser applicator and cooling catheter are precisely placed into the tumor. The patient is then taken to the MRI suite to confirm placement of the laser. As a safeguard, Dr. Moulding delivers a low power test pulse. During the treatment, the laser power is increased and while the laser is activated, special MRI imContinued on page 16
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ages are converted to thermal maps and damage zone estimates. These provide Dr. Moulding with precise feedback in real time. He uses these to manage the laser’s delivery of light energy to the target area as the tumor is heated and destroyed. Immediately after therapy, Dr. Moulding reviews additional MRI images to verify that the treated area matched the patient’s surgical goal. “Due to the minimally invasive nature of the procedure, patients are discharged within a day of their procedure – much sooner than patients
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who have had traditional, open surgery,” Dr. Moulding says. “Also, laser ablation patients report experiencing fewer side effects than those receiving open surgery.” In fact, Angela had no side effects. “I didn’t even have a headache,” she says. “My entire family was very anxious before the procedure so the first thing I did after surgery was to call my kids. I face-timed them so they could see that I was fine.” Also, because the entry level is
so small, the procedure leaves little or no noticeable scarring or loss of hair. “The spot healed within two weeks,” Angela says. “I took it easy for three weeks and then I was back to normal.” Now, Angela, who loves camping, is planning a family trip to upstate New York this summer. “For two summers now, I have had health issues,” she says, “This is the first time in three years that our family gets to enjoy camping together. I can’t wait.”