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Real Estate & Home Improvement

By John Hall for Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette

We are moving quickly into spring with this second issue in April. The weather is getting warmer, the tulips have started to bloom and so have the “For Sale” signs around the neighborhood.

Whether you are looking to buy a home, sell your home, or fix it up simply for your own enjoyment, this issue will give you some valuable information.

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where we look at what’s different this year compared to the hot market of 2021. What will the buyer experience be this year? For one thing, home values are still expected to rise in 2022, but not quite as much. The predictions from experts vary quite a bit, from 2.9% to 7%. This article will give you some insight around market conditions that might affect your personal purchasing power.

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offers and get them in quickly. To do that, you want to bring the “best version” of your home to the market for buyer consideration. We give you key tips in “Prepping Your Home for Sale.”

For those of you not looking to buy or sell, we have a “Spring Maintenance Checklist” to guide you through the key things you should look at in spring to assess the condition of your home –

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Now, a serious spring cleaning of your home can be a very big job. If you’re someone who doesn’t always get it completed, you are not alone.

In “Spring Cleaning Inside and Out,” we tell you how to tackle your big spring cleaning in a way that won’t overwhelm you. We then look at spring cleaning your garden. We give you very specific tips on how to get it all done without destroying the hidden habitats of beneficial insects that may still be sleeping off the winter.

Finally, we take a look at two very common tasks home owners undertake themselves. The first is painting kitchen cabinets. We offer some tips. The other task that many people at least consider is painting over wallpaper. That is a tricky proposition. In both cases your success is going to be based on the amount of preparation you do before any paint is used. Find out more in “Painting: Cabinets and Wallpaper.”

That’s what we have for you this time. Hope you find it valuable. Please join us again for the first issue in May when we will focus on camping and celebrating Mother’s Day. Until then!

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Home Buying 2022

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2021 was a red hot housing market where median existing-home sale prices rose 14.6%. So as a buyer what can you expect in 2022? Most real estate economists expect home price growth to slow this year due to mortgage rates rising. Rising rates change how aggressive buyers can be with their offers, but sales price growth will continue.

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January 9, according to Redfin. Bidding wars are not out of the ordinary. On the flip-side, if you like making lowball offers, be prepared for rejection.

Get preapproved for a mortgage before you start looking at homes. / A mortgage preapproval is a written statement from a lender showing that you’ve qualified for a mortgage up to a certain amount. A preapproval can also show you how much home you can actually afford.

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If you plan to make an all-cash offer, be ready to provide proof of funds. In December of 2021, all-cash home sales accounted for 23% of transactions.

Don’t waive a home inspection. /Waiving a home inspection can make your offer more attractive to sellers, but can backfire if the home has major, hidden problems you can’t see with the naked eye.

An alternative strategy is to have the home inspection, but tell the seller you won’t make repair requests unless they exceed a certain dollar amount or pose a structural, safety or environmental issue.

Get creative with your offer. / Here are several creative ways to enhance your offer and make it stand out for the seller. You could offer to pay the seller’s closing costs, which are usually between 5% and 10% of a home’s sale price. If the seller needs time to move out you can offer a rent-back agreement, allowing the seller to stay in the house for up to 60 days after settlement.

Finally, you can increase your earnest money deposit. That shows the seller you are willing to put more skin in the game. A standard earnest money deposit is 1% to 3% of a home’s sales price, so consider bumping yours to 5% or 7%.

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as problems and use them as bargaining chips to lower your price. Fix them.

Go through your home room by room, noting repairs that need to be made. In the kitchen and bathroom everything should be in working order.

Your home’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems should work and be leakfree, as should your water heater, smoke detectors, electrical panel and circuit breakers.

Outside, examine exterior surfaces, weatherstripping, eaves and windows. Look for damage such as peeling, cracks or rot. Decks and patios should be in good condition and fencing should be free from damage.

2. Declutter and clean – make it feel spacious. / Big kitchens, big bathrooms and big storage tend to be big selling points. Make your rooms look as spacious as possible. Decluttering includes furniture. You may need to rent a storage unit during the home-selling process. Professional home stagers recommend that you remove 50% of your items. Organize the rest.

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to feel like they’re intruding in your space or, worse, take offense at your tastes or lifestyle.

4. Paint where it needs it most. / A fresh coat of paint can make a home feel new. In fact, painting is one of the most common recommendations real estate agents make. Paint can help small rooms appear larger, highlight architectural details and more.

5. Set the stage to make it feel like home. / The final step is staging your home. The goal is to create a great first impression so buyers put your home at the top of their list. On average, staged homes sell 88% faster and for 20% more than those that aren’t staged, according to Realtor.com.

Once your home is ready to sell, keep it clean.

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Spring Maintenance Checklist

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Each spring brings the opportunity to evaluate your property and do needed maintenance. If you’ve let your place go for a year or more without giving it a thorough evaluation now is the time to do it.

Start with an exterior evaluation by walking around your entire property – especially if any winter storms went through your area. Winter winds and ice can be particularly damaging on roofs and chimneys, but they can also break branches in trees.

Around your home or other structures, check your foundation for any gaps or cracks that may have appeared. Windows, walls, gutters, decks – everything needs to be looked at. Also, be sure you don’t have any broken branches stuck high up in your trees waiting to come down unexpectedly on a windy day ahead.

Common Areas to Check Roof / You don’t need to climb up there yourself, but with binoculars and a keen eye, you can probably spot trouble. Look for cracked shingles or nails that have popped up – either can create opportunities for water to get in and do its damage.

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engaging a foundation specialist who can employ a two-part epoxy injection system that will bond the cracks chemically.

Windows / A tight seal is the first line of defense against air and water. Be sure each window has one.

General Cleaning Spring is a good time to clean areas of the house that often go neglected. Dust or vacuum chair rails, window casings, tops of wall-mounted cabinets and ceiling fans. Launder or dry-clean fabric draperies and use a damp cloth to clean wood and vinyl blinds. Vacuum upholstered furniture and mattresses and consider renting a carpet cleaner.

Anything you can do to remove settled dust, mites, and allergens will make your home cleaner and healthier.

Inside the House Air Conditioning / Just as you readied your furnace for fall, now is the time to make sure your air conditioning units are in good working order for the warmer months ahead. Change the filter, check hose connections for leaks, and make sure the drain pans are draining freely.

Basement / A damp basement can mean you have inadequate ventilation and need a dehumidifier. Check the base of poured-concrete walls for cracks that start from the bottom up.

When you look at your framing use a flashlight and if you see any tunneling in the wood call a pest control company right away.

Water Leaks / Check under your kitchen and bathroom sinks for leaks, as well as in your laundry room. Check your water heater for signs of leaks or corrosion.

Outdoor Maintenance Outdoor Plumbing / Make sure outdoor water systems – pipes, faucets, and in-ground sprinkler systems – are in working order.

Decks and Patios / No matter what kind of material a deck is made of it should be cleaned every year to extend its life. If it’s a faded or worn wooden deck, clean, stain and reseal it in the spring. If you have a stone patio, a simple hosing off should to the job unless you see more significant damage.

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Spring Cleaning Inside and Out

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Spring of course is not all fresh blossoms and honeysuckle vines. It is also about spring cleaning in the home and in the garden.

Cleaning Your Home Around the house, a big part of spring cleaning is organizing. In general each task is quick, but

many people avoid spring cleaning simply because they don't know where to begin. Tackling just a few projects each day will ensure that you can stay motivated.

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1. Boxes for donations or consignments. If some items are too large to go into a box, like a chair or couch, keep a running list of them.

2. Boxes for items needing repair. Don’t stop to do any repairs until you are completely done with your cleaning.

3. Boxes for items that you need to put away. This is for items that have ended up somewhere they don’t belong.

A Multi-Day Checklist One way to tackle spring cleaning around the house is to create a “multi-day checklist” of specific tasks to do on specific days. Here are just a few examples placed in a hypothetical 10-day schedule.

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Cleaning Your Garden Now that spring is here, many of us are getting eager to head out to the garden and clean things up. That said you don’t want to do it too early, which can destroy habitats for beneficial insects.

In early spring, many insects are still sleeping in a kind of hibernation. Lots of beneficial insects, including pollinators like tiny native bees and pest-munching predators spend the winter hunkered down in hollow plant stems.

Cutting down the dead stems too early will disturb the insects before they have a chance to emerge. Wait as long as you can to do your spring garden clean up, ideally until the daytime temperatures are consistently above 50 degrees F for at least 7 consecutive days. That said if you’re a gardener who likes to cut down old plant stems before new growth starts here are two options for you: Option 1 Toss cut perennial and woody plant stems onto the compost pile very, very loosely, or spread them out at the edge of the woods. Many of the insects taking shelter inside will still be able to emerge when the time is right. When you cut off the plants leave about 8 inches of stem behind to serve as overwintering sites for future generations of insects. This year’s new growth will soon hide them.

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Painting: Cabinets and Wallpaper

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When the time comes to refresh the kitchen, many home owners make the choice to paint their kitchen cabinets. Similarly, when refreshing a room that is currently wallpapered, many home owners will at least consider painting over the paper to avoid the time and effort required to remove it. In this article we’re going to take a quick look at both of those projects starting with the kitchen cabinets.

Should I Paint My Cabinets?

According to This Old House, renovating a kitchen is one of the most expensive remodeling projects you can take on. Replacing the cabinets can account for nearly 40 percent of that cost and can easily top $5,000. Compared to that, fresh paint can go a long way toward transforming your existing cabinets for a fraction of that price. In fact, the cost of painting should be no more than about $200, plus a weekend or two of your time.

Evaluation / Before heading to the paint store, take a close look at your cabinets to see if they are really worth keeping. Even the highest-quality paint job can't revive cheap cabinets that have grown frail with age. If you have lesser quality cabinets with thin veneers, particleboard cabinet 20

bottoms or shelves, or loose hanging rails, you’d actually be better off replacing your kitchen cabinets.

If everything looks good to you, there are some questions you’ll need to address before you start repainting your kitchen cabinets.

Paint and Primer / Either oil or latex will provide a good finish. If you use a latex paint, make sure it’s a 100 percent acrylic formulation. That will offer greater durability and adhesion than vinyl acrylic paints.

For more questions and answers, here is a comprehensive “how to” article on painting cabinets from This Old House: https://www. thisoldhouse.com/kitchens/21097083/how-topaint-your-kitchen-cabinets Painting Wallpaper Can You Paint Over Wallpaper? /A lot of prep work goes into painting a space and that work can easily double if the existing room is covered in wallpaper. Removing old, damaged, or peeling wall coverings can be a time consuming and messy process. Because of that some homeowners prefer to paint over the paper whenever possible.

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If parts of your wallpaper are loose or peeling off, you have to remove them to prepare those areas. You will need a putty knife, utility knife, scraper, sandpaper, and sponge. You must patch any uneven surface using a soft finishing drywall compound. Then once it dries, sand it down to APRIL 21, 2022 || townandcountrygazette.com

make the patched area indistinguishable from the rest of the wall before the paint is applied.

Clean your surface before your prime and paint. / Post-prep, make sure that the papered area is completely clean before putting down a layer of primer. Any leftover debris will show in your paint job, and can even cause your paint to peel once it dries. After prepping the surface, and before applying the primer, clean the wall and remove the sand dust with a damp cloth for best results.

Whether painting over wallpaper or painting your kitchen cabinets, remember this: The more work you do upfront, the better your paint will look.

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TOUCH OF DUTCH Submitted by Larry Gradwohl

Em John B. Kline sei Schreiwes (Drei glee Schticker gedruckt in em John B. Kline seim The PA German Periodical im Frieyaahr, 1996.)

Der Leeb Un Die Maus Mohl ee daag en Leeb waar im Busch rumlaafe un hot en Maus gsehne. Er hot sei Tatz nooch der Maus gelangt un hot sie gefange. Die Maus hot aafange beddle fer ihre Lewes, "Ess mich net!"

"Ferwas soll Ich net?" frogt der Leeb "Oh, ich mach doch net viel vun me lems fer eich, ich bin so glee un wann du mich geh losscht, ich verschprech Ich duh dich helfe alli mohl as du hilf brauscht! " Der Leeb lacht un wundert, "So glee wie du bischt, was kennscht du?" Awwer doch der Leeb waar verblifft un hot gsaagt, "Du kannscht geh awwer vergess dei Verschpreches net! " En Monet schpeeder waar der Leeb widder im Busch rumlaafe, wann er hot in en Fall gedappt, die Schtriche sin in die heh gefloye un dann waar er gans eigewickelt. Die Maus is beikumme un hot des gsehne un saagt sie hot ihre Verschpreches net vergesse un sie dutt ihn aushelfe Der Leeb dutt antwatte, "Ich bin so hatt uffgebunne un du meenscht du kannscht mich helfe "Ya", saagt die Maus, "Bleib ruhich weil ich beiss die haapt Schtriche darrich." Glei hot die Maus genunk Schtriche darrich gefresse so as der Leeb hot loos griege kenne un nooch sellem hot er sei glee Freind nie net vergesse!

Der Backeschtee Blatz An die Bletz wuh sie Backeschtee mache, hen sie gewehnlich en Lehme-miehl ghatt. Die misse geschrunge sei bei ebbes, Wann sie glee sin kennt en Gaul es duh. Verleicht hen sie aa en Enschein ghatt. Glei noch em Aafang die Yaahre 1900'e hot en Backeschtae Blatz in Lebanon Kaunti ausgemacht sie deede die Lehme-miehl schpringe mit Leckdrick.

Sie henn en Leckdrick-lein gebaut un sie hen en grossi Traensformer uffgschtellt. Dann hot der Baas all die Schaffleit samme-geruffe fer sie berichte was geduh sei muss. Der Baas hot gsaagt niemand dauf wedder die Leckdrick-dinger kumme, odder es schlaggt sie dod.

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un iss niwwer geloffe fer weise es kennt net sei un hot wedder’s leckdrick Wese gelankt un waar graad dodgschlagge. Er waar hattglaawich!

Baar-fiessich Mei Gross-mammi hot mir verzehlt wie es gange iss, wann sie yung waar. Des waar ariyets am Yaahr 1890 rum. Selli Zeit hen die Leit net so viel Schticker vun yeder satt Gleeder ghatt. Sie henn verleicht zwee Paar Schuh ghatt, eens fer schaffe un eens fer Sunndaags un weckgeh.

Sie hot en nei Paar Schuh grickt vun der scheeni weissi Satt. Des waar im Friehyaahr un ee Sunndaag-mariye hot sie ausgemacht sie will laafe zum Nochber en Meil eweck. Der Grund waar verfrore un schee hatt un drucke fer druff laafe.

Sie hot datt gebliwwe bis schpot nochmiddaags und darrich selli Zeit iss es uffgewaermt un der grund hot verschmelzt. Wann sie hot gsehne wie schmierich der Grund waar, sie hot sich bekimmert dewege ihre neie Schuh. Wann es Zeit waar fer verlosse, hot sie die Schuh abgenumnne, hot die Schuh in de Hend ghowe un iss baar-fiessich heem geloffe!

John B. Kline’s Writings (Three small articles written in John B. Kline’s, The PA German Periodical in spring, 1996.)

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The lion and the mouse One day a lion was walking around in a wooded area and saw a mouse. He stretched his paw towards the mouse and caught him. The mouse began to beg for its life. “Don’t eat me!”

“Why should I not?” asks the lion.

“Oh, I would not make much of a meal for you, I am so little and if you let me go, I promise I will be helping you every time that you need help.”

The lion laughed and wondered, “As small as you are, what can you do? “But yet the lion was dumfounded and said, “You can go but don’t forget your promise.”

A month later the lion was again walking around the wooded area, when he stumbled into a trap; the ropes flew up in the air and then he was completely enwrapped. The mouse came by and saw this and said it did not forget its promise and it would help him.

The lion answered him, “I am so hard bound up and you think you can help me!”

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“Yes,” said the mouse, “Stay calm while I bite through the main ropes.” Soon the mouse chewed through enough rope, so that the lion could get free and after that he had never forgot his little friend!

The brickyard At the places where they made bricks, it was customary to have a red clay mill. It must be powered by something. When it is small a horse could do that. Perhaps they also had a [steam] engine. Soon after the start of the 1900’s a brickyard in Lebanon County decided they would run the red clay mill with Electric.

They put up an electric line and installed a large transformer. Then the boss called all the workers together to inform them what must be done. The boss said no one dared to come against the electric components, or it would strike them dead.

One worker said, “Something like that would not happen,” and he walked over to show that it could not be and reached against the electric thing, and was killed instantly. He was skeptical.

[Emphasis on was.]

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1890. During that time the people did not have many pieces of every sort of clothing. They had perhaps two pair of shoes, one for working and one for Sundays or going away.

She got a new pair of the nice white style of shoes. This was in spring and one Sunday morning she decided she would walk to the neighbor that lived a mile away. The ground was frozen and nice and hard and dry to walk on. She stayed there till late in the afternoon and during that time it warmed up and the ground thawed. When she saw how smeary the ground was, she became concerned about her new shoes. When it became time to leave, she took off the shoes, held the shoes in her hands and walked home barefooted!

[John B. Kline was born at Murrell, PA (now the East end of Ephrata) on December 29, 1923. When he was a year old the family moved on to a farm nearby. After finishing his schooling, he returned to the farm and worked there for most of his adult life.

He first heard Dutch from the men working out in the fields when he was young and as an adult, he studied Lambert’s Dictionary and taught himself how to read and write the Dialect. He started writing his annual PA German Periodical in 1990 and continued until 2003. It contained stories like the ones featured here as well as many articles on the early mechanization of farming in his area. He died on April 12, 2016 at Pleasant View Nursing Home, Manheim, PA.]

4 Questions to ask before Buying a House in this Hot Real Estate Market Forbes.com - David Rae, Contributor

The housing market in most of this country has been highly competitive for quite some time. There are way more people looking to buy a new home than those looking to sell.

Many buyers and sellers find themselves in situations with multiple offers and homes selling for seemingly unbelievable prices. This has left many would-be homebuyers wondering if now is a good time to be buying a house. Keep reading for six questions to ask yourself before jumping into the real estate market.

Am I Willing to Live Here For At Least Five Years?

Are you willing and able to live in the house for at least five years? Extra credit if you can handle five years here. Having a house that meets your needs and is in a location you like will make owning a home much more palatable when inevitable home repairs come up or if house prices drop.

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normal housing market at the moment), it will usually take a few years to recoup the cost of buying and selling a home. So, the longer your time frame, the greater your odds of making money if or when you decide to sell your home.

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gross income on housing will leave you house poor. There are exceptions. For example, someone buying a duplex or multi-unit property or having a roommate could help make homeownership more affordable. Also, in many scenarios, the selfemployed appear much poorer on a mortgage application than in real life.

Your mortgage broker can likely get you a mortgage at 43% of your gross income, but that won't leave much money to enjoy life or even do things like eating after taxes.

Can You Afford a 20% Down Payment?

I'm not saying you have to put 20% down but having the ability to do so shows that you are likely in a position to afford to own a home. Side note, in the current market, the larger your down payment, the more competitive your offer will be (assuming many of you are buying a home with multiple offers).

Can You Handle the Value of Your Home Going Down?

I purchased my first home way back in 2007, right before the worst of the financial crisis. My house was likely underwater (worth less than I paid) for a good five years. While it wasn't fun, I liked where I lived and was able to weather the storm. On a happier side note, my mortgage is less than half what it was when I purchased the home, thanks to lower interest rates.

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Honestly, I wasn't happy to see my house value decline, but there wasn't much I could do about it at the time. Thankfully, I kept the house, and it is now worth more than double what I originally paid for it.

Do You Need to Buy a House Now? Depending on your situation, now may be a perfect time. For others, buying now may be a terrible decision. In many real estate markets, the supply of houses for sale is far outstripped by demand. You may be buying at relatively high values, but on the flip side, I would expect mortgage rates to be higher in 5 years than they are today.

While I know being patient isn't fun, don't rush out and get in a bidding war for a house you aren't sure you want. However, if your dream home comes on the market and you can afford it, don't lose out on it just because you aren't getting it for a dream price.

How Much Work Will the House Need?

Home prices are up, and so is the cost of remodeling your home. The supply chain issues make it harder to get items, and all the best contractors are busy. Just be cautious before you take on a house with a larger project than you can handle or that your budget can bear. The prices you see on HGTV to redo a home are likely far less than you will find in the real world.

As a fiduciary financial planner, I think owning a home is a smart long-term financial move. There are better ways (in my opinion) to build wealth, so not owning a home doesn't mean you can't be building wealth over time.

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2022 Woman’s Club of Slatington Arts Contest Winners

The Woman’s Club of Slatington recently held its annual arts contest with an Open House event held at the Slatington Public Library on Monday, April 11, 2022. During the month of April, all entries will remain on display at the library for community viewing. In addition, a video of this year’s art will be posted in the near future on the Woman’s Club Facebook page.

With over 90 entries, the club is proud to announce the following contest winners:

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Coloring: Pre School: Delaney Sabine, Journey Van Horn, Pearl Van Horn Grades K, 1: Colin Nierer, Skye Nierer, Sasha Serfass Grade 2: Heidi Werner, Elaina Thibeault, Jackson Amorim Poetry: Grades 3 to 6: Mackenzie Kuhns, Arabella Marie Vendy, Casey Farkas Member: Debbie Barhight Non-member: Donald G. Chaddock, Sr.

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Fiber Art: Grades 3 to 6: Elaina Ray Member: Jane Scott Photography: Grades 3 to 6: Mackenzie Kuhns, Jaidyn Slifer, Daisy Grather Grades 7 to 9: Andi Szwast, McKenzie Chruscial Member: Hali Kuntz Non-member: Catherine Stroh 2-D Art: Grades 3 to 6: Mya Desousa, Mackenzie Kuhns, Liam McCartney Grades 7 to 9: Emma Heil, Lacey Groover, Lillianna Serfass Grades 10 to 12: Chase Jones, Owen LevanUhler Member: Debbie Barhight, AnnMarie Martin, Fran Potter Non-member: Roger Persing, Jes Ballas, Catherine Stroh 3-D Art: Grades 3 to 6: Keelin Moore, Mackenzie Kuhns, Elaina Ray Grades 7 to 9: McKenzie Chruscial Non-Member: Dennis Barr, David Altrichter, Jes Ballas

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Northampton Area High School 3rd Quarter Honor Roll submitted by Carrie Gruber

Grade 9: Distinguished Honors:

Hailey Grace Achey, Brett Robert Bastian, Stephen David Bastow, Anne Elizabeth Beenders, Logan Michael Berger, Ava Rose Billy, Jacob Stephen Bindics, Elijah John Block, Hannah Elizabeth Bowers, Toni Christine Bubier, Sophie Jean Burkhart, Morgan Beth Chandler, Ava Catherine Clapp, Lauren Marie Daniels, Nicholas Ronald DiSante, Paige MyKenna Evans, Megan Elizabeth Ferenchak, Xiomara Anissa Freeman, Emma Grace Fry, Lenijah Ivette Furlow, Brianna Ester Gomes, Trinity Rose Haydt, Nevin Anthony Horton, Sara Jane Houck, Kaci Emersen Howe, Gianna Talise Jackson, Mason Oliveria Jorge, Ryan Joseph Judge, Ava Marie Keenan, Grace Ann Kirby, Aaliyah Jade Kleintop, Peyton Kathleen-Ann Kleppinger, Maxwil Anthony Kochan, Lilly Luisa Konya, Hannah Marie Rose Kospiah, Samuel Austin Kroll, Olivia Mason Kuhns, Kayla Lesisko, Gianna Marie Lorenz, Alizabeth Rose Maikits, Colin Daniel Marano, Lillian Carmen McRoberts, Juliana Grace Medei, Victoria Ann Miller, Jillian Claire Minnich, Chase Martin Nederostek, Raymond Roy Nembhard-Jupiter, Jaida Olivia Conslate Onyango, Aleah Magaly Ortiz, Miles Ethan Otto, Gianna Lee Pagut, Trinity Elizabeth Pahountis, Isabel Rose Pyne, Lindsay Grace Reimer, Ana Marie Riccelli, Alexa Rose Rossetti, Brooke Amanda Saul, Jeremy Michael Saxton, Alex Keith Schrampf, Isabelle Irene Steckel, Kaylin Grace Terefenko, Sophia Louise Thomas, Joseph Leonard Tomaro, Olivia Ann Urban, Alexander Valentin, Megan Marie Weaver, Robert Kevin Weaver, Audrey Lynn Wood

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Ava Kristina Aulisio, Kylea Madyson Barnyak, Camryn Paige Birosik, Aiden Scott Brearman, Cole Michael Buskirk, Antonio Giuseppe Caiazzo, Brianna Marie Caulwell, Sara Ann Clewell, Cameron Peter Coccetti, Lucy Catherine Colyer, Mackenzie Lyn Connell, Jayden Matthew John Coulter, Braden Michael Crush, Mya Kylene Cruz, Brooklyn Allsabeth DeRose, Enya Cristina Echim, Braiden Terry Faust, Bryana Lynn Fenstermacher, Kristi Lee Fritz, Kaden James Garris, Audrey Taylor Geltz, Noah Matthew Haymaker, Jack James Highland, Daniel Joseph Holub, Tyler Austin Hoppes, Justin Thomas Hudsco, Thomson Phineas Killea, Erica Lynn Krauss, Mariah Joelle Kubilius, APRIL 21, 2022 || townandcountrygazette.com

Naia Kahlan Langijota, Xander Thomas McDonald, Joseph Pacheco, Dylan Thomas Perl, Brooke Evelyn Petraglia, Lynessa Lou Pizzo, Gianna Marie Pulieri, Gavin John Pychinka, Abriana Brooke Reiss, Madison Paige Schoeffling, Adrienne Nicole Shambo, Michael Abraham Sheats, Mason Stephen Smolenak, Liam Daniel Strain, William Harold Stuhldreher, Andrew Paul Szeplaki, Abigail Grace Urban, Wesley Manuel Valera, Elizabeth Hope Volk, Wendilyn Hutton Ward, Chloe Elizabeth Watson, Jashime Christopher Wedderburn, Caylin Jessica Weiss, Gabrielle Arlene Weiss, Ayden Drew Werkheiser

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Adisan Rose Albertson, Ava Alyse Assia, Tanner William Ault, Michael Russell Bickert, Ethan Hamilton Brobst, Alyx Miranda Cole, Anthony Giacomo DiOdoardo, Michael Gaetano DiSante, Morgan Elizabeth Druckenmiller, Brody William Eisenhart, Claire Marie Erdman, Evan James Falcone, Christopher James Gordon, Hannah Lee Graser, Gavin James Grell, James Patrick Hamilton, Cristina Hope Harrison, Steven Michael Heisler, Rileigh Hope Hudson, Ethan Corey Klaus, Mikell Tracy Kulp, Allison Lindenmoyer, Daniel Jacob Lynn, Kendal Grace Mack, Avery Lynn Maurice, Brady Francis McCarthy-Gasper, Christa Marie Mele, Emily Raegan Metz, Alexander Anibal Morales, Matanus Namy, Gabriella Ruth Oswald, Spencer Gallagher Parker, Rylee Alyssa Pearson, Chase Allen Rossanese, Elizabeth Marie Sheldon, Keagan Jamie Siegfried, Devin Manuel Silva, Devuhn Singh, Olivia Maria Stracuzzi, Jeremy Christopher Strunk, Allison Joy Unangst, Maggie Lyn Woolslayer

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Rorie Jean Anderson, Kennedy Madison Beruta, Jacob William Biery, Brenna Mae Caley, Ava Jayden Cascario, Ryley Colburn, Jed Percy Colyer, Sophia Alice Davidick, Antonio Michelino Del Priore, Emily Madison Dimmick, Brady Joseph Dolak, Adam Edward Dumbach, Justin Donald Edwards, Jake Michael Erschen, Kirsten Lake Ervin, Kathryn Frances Esser, Brooke Ann Flakker, Ella Marie Flood, Brooke Marie Fucci, Caleb Michael Goch, Brennen Scott Grover, Brayden Robert Heckman, Arianna Rose Heywood, Anna Kathryn Hirsch, Continued on page 36

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K-Kids Honor Roll Continued from page 35

Stephanie Patricia Hirsch, Benjamin Scott Howells, Jacob Ross Hussmann, Kendall Iasiello, Raegan Iasiello, Aubrie Ann Judd, Harmanjit Kaur, Rachel Lynne Kemmerer, Zane Andrew Kessler, Jenna Susan Kleiber, Connor Thomas Kline, Braden Luke Korpics, Christa Antoinette Krieger, Jason Terrence Lack, Jaylin Mackenzie Laros, Abigail Jeanette Loch, Hannah Christalie Lock, Braeden James Lower, Reece Charles Makary, Payton Grace Malehorn, Lucas Owen Mantz, Chloe Elizabeth Markle, Kaitlyn Mary McCarthy, Kaitlyn Rose Miller, Makayla Lee Miranda, Rachael Victoria Moss, Trent Ryan Moyer, Alexis Victoria Newcomer, Landon Daniel Nickischer, Briella Ann Pangaio, Gianna Maria Parenti, Connor Louis Retlick, Emily Lynn Roberts, Jaeven Eliseo Rodriguez, Luke Mario Roke, Alexander Rutt, Tatianna Louise Sanchez, Alyvia Grace Schlegel, Ethan Connor Schrampf, Kelsey Mae Secara, Nora Eileen Sekol, Grace Emma Shaner, Alex Jacob Slivka, Julia Leigh Snyder, Morgan Helena Sommer, Madison Spadt, Ella Vaughn Steirer, Sydney Jayne Sugra, Karla Mariliana Torres Misla, Mattea Gianna Tropeano, Mason Matthew Tucker, Joshua James Wasilewski, Connor Scott Weighknecht, Makenna Ashlyn Wenrich, Robert Alan Wheeler, Andrew James Whitman

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Matthew Charles Aicher, Gabriela Marie Aviles, Abigail Anisa Azar, Nola Grace Bauer, Owen Michael Beam, Anthony Joseph Berdell, Rileigh Elizabeth Bilheimer, Bryanna Marie Bogden, Rachel Dawn Bottone, Collin Lee Braren, Kacie Lynn Brearman, Luis Angel Carrasquillo, Lizandra Jade Cartagena, Brad Allen Chamberlain, Brandon Allen DeLong, Jacob Daniel Dermott, Jessica Catherine Domchek, Dylan Alex Eberhardt, Kylie Elizabeth Eberts, Cierra Lynn Marie Edelman, Kailyn Mina Everhart, Deric Christopher Fritzges, Brianna Nicole Gora, Brody Lloyd Graff, Ava Noelle Grell, Madison Jo Gunkle, Brynn Elizabeth Haftl, Hannah Elizabeth Harwick, Mason Kerry Haupt, Caden Daniel Henritzy, Mya Jalissa Keppel, Jonathan Kitz, Taylor Joanne Knappenberger, Ambrose Patrick Knecht, Cheyenne Mae Kocher, Alistair Jacob Kohler, Joseph LaForgia, Andrew James Landino, Sean Matthew Lopez, Brielle Elizabeth Lower, Paige Elizabeth Luisi, Alexandria Billie Mashraky, Colton Avery Miller, Emma 36

Hannah Miller, Dane Mason Missmer, Austin Michael Noe, Rosalia Passanisi, Jonathan Daniel Reichard, Courtney Grace Renson, Colby Brian Reph, Landon Joseph Roland, Sara Isabella Schoeffling, Jayla Emily Seko, Juliyah Rebecca Shive, William Gordon Kirk Snyder, Kyla Quinn Spence, Shaelea Marie Stranahan, Olivia Lynn Talbot, Taryn Elizabeth Ummarino, Owen Jacob Updegrove, Jackson Scott Vajda, Hailey M Vasquez, Katelynn Ann White, Rachel Julia Yost

Honors:

Karah Faith Abarca, Owen Andersch, Michael Curtis Coleman, Yasmeena Taraji Dale, Nevaeh DeJesus, Brayden Aaron Eckhart, Luke Jameson Folcher, Brayden Michael Gable, Gaven Michael Gevaudan-Mollenkof, Jenna Lee Gower, Ryan Dominic Green, Jayden Michael Grube, Payge Elizabeth Haydt, Anna Claire Herbert, Iasiah Leighlanna Kirk, Evan James Kutney, Jayden Nicholas Lucas, Dailyanis Mercado, Jianne Lila Meyreles, Olivia Skyla Millheim, Hailey Marie Rodenbaugh, Jadyn Cassidy Ruth, Messiah Jorday Sayles, Elizabeth Pearl Schlegel, Michael Robert Seidick, Aaliyah Agnes Shive, Ava Kathryn Sinsky, Haylee Nikole Sollars, Elias John Spencer, Caoimhe Ryanne Stires, Chloe Lynn Tampier, Stephen Roderick Troxell, Jada Marie Wackley, Jocelynn Marie Zeruth

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Glenn Koplin, Abigail Lynn Kromer, Shane Robert Leyfert, Hannah Lynn Makovsky, Avery Duane Martinez, Garrett Ryan McGraw, Sarah Ann Mele, Camryn Tate Mello, Tara Rose Mensinger, Allyson Jane Michael, Cora Elizabeth Milisits, Sally Isabella Milisits, Elijah Ashton Miller, Jadalyn Aliyah Moyer, Ashlen O'Brien, Mason Bradley Paukovits, Andre Allen Basilio Paz, Hayden James PiersonBalik, Sara Morgan Praetorius, Jessica Lynn Regalis, Payton Jane Reuber, Zachary Rickert, Jaden Thomas Rosenberg, Nicholas Bruce Rubino, Vincent James Santostefano, Michael Joseph Schwab, Stephanie Ann Selverian, Zayna Samantha Shadid, Melina Aurora Shehab, Joshua James Snyder, McKenzie Taschler, Kaylin Elise Terry, Ashlyn Claire Thomas, Ryleigh Madison Tillotson, Devan Michael Tophoney, Bryce Torres, Avery Vos VanHorn, Ian Joseph Ventresca, Timothy John Wenrich, Emily Lynn Wiland, Nolan Kline Yost, Gunnar Michael Zeiner, Rachel Rileigh Zeitner

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Mary Cloud Namy, Makenzie Honesty Oduardo, Jenna Nicole Palencar, Avery Belle Peluszak, Nicholas Joseph Preletz, Ethan Chad Rehrig, Kyle Andrew Richards, Jaelen Alon Richardson, Duncan Avery Rivenbark, Dominic Rivera, Mollie AnneMarie Ruch, Madison Nicole Salter, Isabelle Lauren Sawarynski, Jasmine Hesham Sayid, Kadee Kandiss Schrader, Megan Sarah Smith, Nadia Autumn Soto, Skye Alexis Spadaccia, Sophie Jane Steirer, Carson Joseph Wagner, Amelia Maya Weitknecht, Alexander Grey Wilcox, Vrai Reanne Wyckoff, Bella Elizabeth Yusko

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Brielle Ann Albus, Anas Ahmed Altayeb, Peyton Rileigh Arthofer, Brian Richard Bailey, Macie Barnes, Tylee Jade Beller, Jaclyn Renee Benner, Joshua Thomas Boggs, Kayla Nevaeh Boykas, Kaylee Grace Christman, Desirae Rose Ciecwierz, Aspen Raeann Coleman, Connor Joseph Cottrell, Gael Daniel, Jacob Robert Dorney, Courtney Elizabeth Dorsey, Caden Ash Dorward, Brynn Renee Easterday, Tucker Charles Ellis, Chase Richard Fenstermaker, Jordan William Frame, Lane Vincent Free, Weslyanie Garcia Cartagena, Daniella Sefiamor Adzo Gbetodeme, Mitchel John George, Joshua Andrew Gonzalez, Ava Gabrielle Gower, Ryan Adam Graberitz, Bryson Cole Grover, Savannah Harrison, Anthony Joseph Huaman, Evan Cole Hughes, Hannah Jacobs, Leah Santeene Jenkins, Ashlee Marie Kitzhoffer, Nicholas Aaron Kocher, Zachary Thomas Kohler, Ryan Edward Krug, Hannah Sue Krywonis, Nathan Glenn Lavenburg, Hunter Ashton Lindaman, Brayden Dylan Mahachanh, Carley Sylvia Maldonado, Elliany Miranda, Matthew Patrick Mongrain, Continued on page 38

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Kaitlyn Jean Oswald, Leonardo Leandro Pares, Kaylin Anya Marie Pedersen, Brayden Terry Reenock, Colin Joseph Reilly, Dominic Philip Rubino, Stephanie Rose Shiller, Hanna Jo Siegfried, Julia Katharine Snyder, Reuben Kirk Snyder, Alyssa Grace Vogrin, Nicole Julia Yellen

Grade 12: Distinguished Honors:

Crissa Marie Andrew, Jordan Rose Best, Charles Mitchell Breidenbach, Casie Mackenzie Brooks, Sarenity Hope Burkit, Jenna Elizabeth Caffrey, Rebecca Lynn Coleman, Emma Jae Collier, Ezekiel Snyder Colyer, Hunter Wiley Corrow, Angelina Victoria Curto, Brandi Lauren Cuth, Teeley Marie Dangler, Lexie Faith DeLong, Devyn Christine Demchak, Autumn Rayne Derhammer, Allison Marie DiNapoli, Keira Shea Ettinger, Christian Jay Fritz, Kylie Morgan Gilliard, Jocelynn Alyzabeth Gober, Cale Adam Gogel, Rachel KayLynn Golinski, Caroline Grace Gray, Crystal Lee Grosz, Jakob John Gula, Isaiah Harris, Benjamin Robert Henry, Andrew Hertzberg, Abigail Grace Kirst, Riley Joseph Kline, Madelyn Lee Knauer, Brandon Koch, Kehley Marie Kochan, Nicholas John Kohaut, Gabrielle Hope Kreidler, Sarah Victoria Krieger, Rachel Lynn Kulp, Autumn-Rose Kuzio, Giulia Grace LaForgia, Dylan Stone Lampi, Andrew David Laub, Harley Marie-Rasley Leonard, Michael Giovanni Melosky, Megan Marie Miller, Duane Stuart Milnes, Megan Kathleen Mohring, Mitchell William Mondschein, Felicia Ann Paly, Arianna Marie Patterson, Isabella Marie Pina, Tiffany Jamie Plutko, Hannah Sophia Primeau, Jakob Hunter Reiss, Keller James Repasch, Madelyn Grace Rex, David Earl Richards, Elizabeth Marie Rienits, Eliza Marie Rogerson, Devin Elizabeth Rogozinski, Michael Hayden Rolles, Katherine Elizabeth Rothrock, Samantha L Rutt, Gabriel Joseph Sawarynski, Matthew Christopher Schroyer, Madisyn Jaylee Schubert, Lauren Schuch, Sarah Kate Shaner, Andrew Paul Sharga, Austin Ziad Shetayh, Mallory Jean Shrubsall, Ellie Nadine Spencer, Evalyn Rose Steeley, Caitlin Ann Stoudt, Noah Jamie Sumner, Hailey Ella Swartz, Olivia Mary Tepes, Ethan Marcellus Trach, Kyla Ummarino, Olivia Grace Vajda, Daedra Marie VanLuvanee, Allison Deanna Wentzel, Emma Whitman

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High Honors:

Shyanne Alice Ackerman, Alexis Alberta Allegar, Reece William Anderson, Austin Joseph Bankos, Dylan Francis Bauer, Abby Victoria Beil, Madison Lyn Berger, Kiersten Ann Bindics, Bryce Richard Bitler, Myranda Marion Block, Jillian Renee Bond, Connor Thayer Carbonell, Logan Christopher Carbonell, Matthew Kenneth Carey, Wyatt Patrick Cobb, Gianna Elyse Coccetti, Jacob Colocino, Rylan Andrew Curran, Joshua Stephen Dearden, Evan Matthew Dempsey, Viviana Maria Echim, Kassandra Elamin, Daniel Jacob Flavin, Logan Anthony Garrison, Makenna Nicole Gilmore, Isabella Hope Louise Grandia, Kaylee Renee Hacker, Isaac Harris, Alexa Jean Henderson, Logan Richard Henry, Emily Elizabeth Hower, Kylea Karen Hudson, Kaley June Kerchner, Raine Nikole Korpics, Taylor Marie Kranzley, Lucas Michael Lesko, Nathaniel Lopez, Emmalee Morgan Maikits, Gavin Joseph Nika, Carolina Andrea Palacio Ferreira, Brooke Marie Peters, Azaraksh Ramin, Kaitlyn Jane Renson, Caden John Reph, Jonathan Charles Roberts, Emily Brooke Roehler, Jocelyn Roman, Gavin Kyle Rusnock, Abigail Joan Schreck, Joseph Liam Sheats, Mona Moustafa Shokr, Madison Renae Siegfried, Cullen Lyell Stranahan, Sierra Rose Strittmatter, Lily Elizabeth Stuhldreher, Seth William Vandergrift, Brianna Lynn Weaver, Dennis Allen Werkheiser, Angeleta Young-Holley

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Stone Veneer Cladding A new exterior is one of the best ways to refresh your home's curb appeal. While any type of cladding offers an updated look, stone veneer will give you the best bang for your buck, with a whopping 92.1 percent return on investment.

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Minor Kitchen Renovation The kitchen is one of the most expensive rooms to remodel fully, but a minor renovation can look almost as good, and it comes with a 72.2 percent ROI. A minor renovation involves replacing cabinet doors and drawer fronts and refacing the existing cabinet base. Add new hardware, a countertop, and a sink for a dramatic new look. By contrast, an entire remodel (complete tear-out and replacement) will net only a 57.4 percent return.

Roof Replacement When the appraiser comes calling, a new roof on the house will translate into a 60.7 percent return on the money you spent to have the old shingles removed and new asphalt shingles (with a 25-year warranty) installed. Not only does a shabby roof discourage potential buyers, but a mortgage company may not lend money to buyers if the roof shows signs of damage. If you plan to sell your home in the near future, consider replacing the roof in 2022.

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St. Peter’s UMC Events Submitted by Sharleen Crossett

“Grief Share” meets on Tuesday morning at 10am and on Thursdays at 6:30PM. at the Helping Hand Community Center of Slatedale, located at 4019 Main Street, Slatedale.

There is still room for you if you are interested in participating in either program contact Pastor Bill to register, and to reserve your book.

The Monday 11am and 6:30 Bible Study groups are soon to start a new Study, contact Pastor Bill for the titles and to inform him of your participation.

Another Bible study is taking place on Thursday evenings starting at 6:30PM on the “The Chosen” series reserve your book by contacting Diane at 610-216-6821.

On Friday’s join Pastor Michelle with “Moments with Kids, at 4PM. These can be viewed on facebook.com/StPetersChurch18080.

Where are you! EDGE (Every Day God Encounters) is looking for you to come and join us.! All youth in 6th through 12th grades are invited to attend an evening of fellowship, activities, and Biblical lessons, and the first Monday of the month is game and snack night. Regular meetings are held on Monday evening from 6-7PM. For more information, please contact Kristin at 484-550-2578. The group meets at the Helping Hands Community Center of Slatedale located at 4019 Main St, Slatedale. Please note NO School means NO EDGE. The Bible study/Sunday school hour is at 9am, this is followed by the regular service at 10am.

Communion is celebrated the 1st Sunday of the month with the use of pre-packaged elements.

Due to the weather, Thursday Food Truck is not operating. We are planning on them resuming in April 2022. We have been receiving some special food shipments, so keep watch on the Facebook pages. Also church cancellations can be found on the church Facebook page and on WFMZ. Our monthly clothing ministry “The Redeemers Closet” is open on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 9am -Noon, at the Helping Hands Community Center of Slatedale located at 4019 Main St. Slatedale. See you in May on the 21st , come and check out all the new clothing. Please note that both clothing collection boxes are now open for donations of gently used clothing only NO toys, etc. Please do not leave clothing outside of collection boxes. If clothing gets wet, we must throw it away. Your cooperation is appreciated.

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If you have a need, please contact Pastor Bill at 610-737-1450 to see if help is available.

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The Giant Company Announces 2022 Healing The Planet Grant Program

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The GIANT Company in partnership with Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful, today announced the return of its Healing the Planet grant program.

This year, $300,000 will be awarded to projects aimed at improving the health and quality of waterways to help protect water resources and improve the overall health of communities.

“Last year’s grant recipients demonstrated that no matter how big or how small a project may be, you can make a difference in healing our planet,” said Jessica Groves, community impact manager, The GIANT Company. “As we again partner with Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful, this year we are shifting the focus to projects centered around our waterways and water conservation. Water is crucial for sustaining life which is why we need to protect our water resources for today and for the future.”

The 2022 Healing the Planet grant program is accepting online applications now through April 28, 2022 via the Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful website. Eligible projects must be located in areas where The GIANT Company operates stores within Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia or West Virginia. Examples of qualifying projects include stream health and water quality monitoring activities, marine debris removal, storm water/ MS4 education initiatives, lake/pond ecology, watershed education activities, watershed landscape measures, rain gardens, streambank restoration, erosion control, AMD remediation, rain barrels, pollution abatement and source water protection. A total of $300,000 in funding is available, with grants to be awarded at the $2,500, News@TownAndCountryGazette.com || APRIL 21, 2022

$5,000, or $10,000 funding levels. Awardees will be announced in June.

Last year, 42 recipients received more than $500,000 in funding through the Healing the Planet grant program in support of projects that aimed to build environmental stewardship by connecting people and families to community green spaces, supporting environmental efforts, and building community gardens.

“The health of our local waterways is intimately connected to the overall health of our communities.

Our waterways provide recreation, impact our economy, connect us to neighborhoods and to each other. Healthy waterways are vital to thriving, successful communities,” said Shannon Reiter, president, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful. “We are honored to once again partner with The GIANT Company to provide opportunities to make a difference in the health of local waterways and communities. We also want to thank all of you who ‘rounded up’ at the register. Your generosity will directly impact and protect the health and quality of local waterways.”

As part of The GIANT Company’s healing the planet initiative, the company is committed to plastic bag recycling and plastic reduction efforts, zero-waste initiatives, a solar field and bee pollinator habitat, energy-efficient fixtures instores, and sustainably sourced seafood, coffee and tea. To learn more, visit giantfoodstores.com/ pages/our-purpose.

In addition, customers can also support The GIANT Company’s healing the planet initiatives.

Now through May 31, customers can round up their purchase at any GIANT, MARTIN’S or GIANT Heirloom Market store at checkout. Funds donated through round up will benefit Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful, Planet Bee Foundation, a nonprofit organization focused on driving awareness for pollinators in local communities, and Rodale Institute, the leading voice in developing solutions for the regenerative organic movement.

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where or how, when meals happen, families connect, and when families connect meaningfully, good happens. Guided by its brand platform, For Today’s Table®, the omni-channel retailer proudly serves millions of neighbors across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and New Jersey.

A Great Place to Work™ certified company with more than 35,000 talented team members supporting 190 stores, 132 pharmacies, 107 fuel stations, and over 175 online pickup hubs and grocery delivery service in hundreds of zip codes, The GIANT Company is changing the customer experience and connecting families for a better future. Founded in 1923 in Carlisle, Pa., The GIANT Company family of brands includes GIANT, MARTIN'S, GIANT Heirloom Market, GIANT Direct and MARTIN’S Direct. The GIANT Company is a company of Ahold Delhaize USA. For more information, visit the GIANT or MARTIN’S websites.

About Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful’s vision is a clean and beautiful Pennsylvania. Since 1990, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful has worked with hundreds of thousands of volunteers across the state to pick up nearly 152 million pounds of trash from Pennsylvania's roadways, waterways, greenways, vacant lots, forestlands and other community spaces. Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful’s core programming focuses on litter and illegal dump prevention, cleanup, community greening, and proper waste handling and sustainable practices.

Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful works with many partnering organizations on the state and grassroots level to accomplish our goal of a clean and beautiful Pennsylvania.

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Kutztown University Students Win Business Plan Competition at State System Startup Challenge Kutztown University students Shantal Ewell and Kevin Smyth won the $10,000 first place prize in the annual State System Startup Challenge, sponsored by Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education. Ewell, an MBA student, and Smyth, a Master's in Student Affairs student, created a business plan for the Schedula Degree Planner, an online platform that would redefine the way college students and advisors interact.

The Schedula Degree Planner creates a personalized degree plan so students can avoid unnecessary courses to graduate in four years or less while improving the efficiency of advisors and the graduation rates of universities.

"Our State System universities are connecting with the business community more than ever before and these students are a great example of the innovation happening on campuses," said State System Board of Governors Chairwoman Cynthia D. Shapira. "State System graduates help to fuel Pennsylvania's economy and competitions like this enable the next generation of business leaders to get their start."

Three student teams participated in the finals of the State System Startup Challenge, which provides students the opportunity to pitch their plans to a panel of business leaders for a chance to win funds to support the start-up or growth of their business. The three finalists were selected from 60 competitors across the System.

Luke Melcher, George D'Angelo, Joseph Donatucci, and Connor Egan, seniors in Mechatronics Engineering Technology at California University of Pennsylvania, won second place, a $6,000 award in the competition with a business plan for Vispec Safety System. The business would revolutionize the personal electric vehicle market with added safety features for riders of electric skateboards, scooters, bicycles, and other singlerider forms of transportation. The system monitors for hazardous road conditions, including blind spots and potential collisions, to warn the rider of dangers.

A team led by Erin Burney, a senior in Business Management at Shippensburg University, won the third place, $3,000 award in the competition with a business plan for IRE Productions, a prop making company that primarily services cosplayers with high-quality and affordable pieces. Customers 46

can select from exclusive designs of weapons, armor and other accessories to complete a cosplay ensemble or enjoy the experience of providing their own design and having the company bring the item to life.

"This business plan competition gives State System students the opportunity to pursue their dreams here in Pennsylvania," said State System Chancellor Daniel Greenstein. "These students remind us about the value of public higher education to strengthen Pennsylvania's economy as they translate a classroom education to realworld experience. Thank you to the students, faculty and universities for making this possible."

Judges were Laura B. Haffner, Region Bank President, Senior Vice President, Greater Pennsylvania Region for Wells Fargo; Matt Lutcavage, Vice President of Team Experience and Chief Human Resources Officer for The Giant Company; Mary Oliveira, Chief Membership Officer for Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry and Nandish Patel, an entrepreneur.

Sponsors were East Stroudsburg University, Marathon Studios, Northwest Pennsylvania Innovation Beehive Network, Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry, Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Foundation, Pennsylvania Cable Network (PCN) and PSECU. Preliminary round mentoring support and judging was provided by Pennsylvania's Ben Franklin Technology Partner Network, Pennsylvania's Small Business Development Centers and Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education Startup Challenge Committee.

This is the first finals to air on PCN. The event was renamed the State System Startup Challenge last year following eight years as the State System Business Plan Competition.

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McNeill looks to protect children from carbon monoxide Legislation aims to make alarms mandatory in child care centers

State Rep. Jeanne McNeill, D-Lehigh, has introduced legislation aimed at reducing the amount of accidental carbon monoxide poisoning incidents at child care facilities across the commonwealth. Currently, there are no statewide carbon monoxide alarm requirements in place, which McNeill calls worrisome.

“A child complaining of a headache wouldn’t know it was caused by carbon monoxide poisoning, and in many instances, a caregiver might not jump to that conclusion,” McNeill said. “This legislation, H.B. 2505, is a companion bill to Senate Bill 129.

It would require buildings that house child care facilities that have possible sources of carbon monoxide to have one or more carbon monoxide alarms, depending on the size of the building.”

According to McNeill, hundreds of Americans die each year from carbon monoxide poisoning, with an estimated 50,000 sent to the emergency room from accidental exposure annually.

“Carbon monoxide has no smell, no color,” McNeill said. “Many people may experience symptoms of headaches, dizziness and nausea, while completely unaware they have a carbon monoxide leak, given its covert nature. Consider the health implications for small children, unable to explain, even understand why they aren’t feeling well.… This is a common-sense safety measure that we need to bring into reality.”

Twenty-five of McNeill’s colleagues have signed on in support of the measure, which has been referred to the PA House Health Committee for consideration.

“As we enter the busy budgeting season in Harrisburg, it’s my hope that the Health Committee will move quickly so that the legislature can, as a whole, vote in favor of protecting the youngest and most vulnerable part of our population,” McNeill said.

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Pet Care- Hot Weather Safety Tips

We all love spending the long, sunny days of summer outdoors with our furry companions, but being overeager in hot weather can spell danger.

To prevent your pet from overheating, take these simple precautions provided by ASPCA experts: Visit the vet for a spring or early-summer checkup. Make sure your pets get tested for heartworm if they aren’t on year-round preventative medication.

Pets can get dehydrated quickly, so give them plenty of fresh, clean water when it’s hot or humid outdoors. Make sure your pets have a shady place to get out of the sun, be careful not to overexercise them, and keep them indoors when it’s extremely hot.

Know the symptoms of overheating in pets, which include excessive panting or difficulty breathing, increased heart and respiratory rate, drooling, mild weakness, stupor or even collapse.

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Feel free to trim longer hair on your dog, but never shave your dog: The layers of dogs’ coats protect them from overheating and sunburn.

Brushing cats more often than usual can prevent problems caused by excessive heat. And be sure that any sunscreen or insect repellent product you use on your pets is labeled specifically for use on animals.

When the temperature is very high, don’t let your dog linger on hot asphalt. Being so close to the ground, your pooch’s body can heat up quickly, and sensitive paw pads can burn. Keep walks during these times to a minimum.

Commonly used rodenticides and lawn and garden insecticides can be harmful to cats and dogs if ingested, so keep them out of reach.

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Please leave pets at home when you head out to Fourth of July celebrations, and never use fireworks around pets. Exposure to lit fireworks can potentially result in severe burns or trauma, and even unused fireworks can contain hazardous materials. Many pets are also fearful of loud noises and can become lost, scared or disoriented, so it’s best to keep your little guys safe from the noise in a quiet, sheltered and escape-proof area of your home.

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Kitchen open • BYOB All proceeds benefit the Northern Lehigh Halloween Parade $25 admission Includes 20 regular games, 5 specials & door prize Tickets | Call RJ 484-225-2714, Connie 610-428-6329 or Tiffany 484-619-0140

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Penny Party - St. John’s Lutheran Church, Slatington Saturday, May 14, 2022 Doors open at noon, drawing starts at 1 p.m. 50/50 drawing, mini-basket social, bake sale. Kitchen open. For further information, call 610-767-6361. (5/5)

Apartment Slatington: New 2 bedroom, spacious, eat-in kitchen, living room, bathroom with linen closet, one-piece tub shower. NO PETS and no smoking, W/S/G included. $650 + utilities, security required. Call 610-390-8691.

GIFT CARD BINGO Presented by Northern Lehigh Events Committee.

Sunday, May 1 at Emerald Fire Co. Doors open noon, bingo at 1 p.m.

Kitchen open. $25/ticket, includes 20 reg games, 5 specials and door prize. All proceeds benefit NL Halloween Parade. Call RJ 484-2252714, Connie 610-428-6329 or Tiffany 484-619-0140 for tickets.

Slatington Hotel: Clean, safe, quiet, nicely furnished rooms, $140-$250/week. Private and shared bathrooms. Color TV and cable incl. Up-charge for A/C and on-premise parking. Internet avail.

Furnished effic. apts also available.

610-577-0898. (12/15)

Help Wanted PT/FT MECHANIC HELPER/ TRAINEE Looking for a PT/FT mechanic helper/trainee for Becker Airport Service. Call 610-266-5169 leave message. (4/21)

Room For Rent: Walnutport, furnished, WIFI, utilities inc.Use of deck and grill, convenient parking.

Clean and quiet. Laundry on premises. No pets. One person only.

Call 610-767- 5864 after 10 a.m.

Appt. only (4/21)

FREELANCE WRITER Do you have an interest in local government and community news? The Home News, a weekly community newspaper, is seeking freelance writers to cover municipal meetings and local events in Nazareth, Bath, Northampton and surrounding areas in Northampton County.

Journalism background and knowledge of AP style is ideal.

Please email resume and writing sample to cstroh@homenewspa. com.

Services Available Don Hartwig Sharpening Service: Saw Chain, Mower Blades, Scissors, Knives, Clipper Blades, Carbide Tip Saws, and much more.

4728 Mountain Rd. Slatington.

610-248-7988. (12/15) Sergey Tile & Marble: 25 years experience, we work with ceramic tile, porcelain tile, granite and marble tile. We also offer bathroom remodeling. Call 484-794-0756 or 215- 669-5032 (5/4) Tim's Sharpening Service: Let me take care of your sharpening needs. Circular saws, carbide circular saw blades, planer blades, scissors, electric hedge fence trimmers, lawn mower blades, axes, chisels, chain saws, etc. Call 610-767-5171 or 610-751-6182 (7/7)

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Getting Ready for Summer Continued from page 56

plants as possible. With spring bloom comes fresh herbs and more produce available at the market and grocery stores. While your local produce may still be on its way, look for domestic and sometimes organic. The more colorful, vibrant fruits and veggies you eat and drink, the better you can feel while trimming down that waistline.

Set reminders.

Take your leftover New Year’s Resolution or wish list for weight loss and turn it into day to day action. Stop feeling like you “should,” and get to doing. Whether it’s a reminder to drink water, eat lunch, grab veggies for a snack or go to the store, making your to-do list more automated can help you turn these goals into reality. It’s hard to ignore your phone’s pesky alarm; it can be that friendly nudge in the healthier direction that’s missing.

Enjoy the rainbow.

Spring’s beautiful array of bright, vibrant colors – in houseplants, flowers and vegetables and fruits, not only brighten up a rainy April day, but they can bring a wealth of immune supportive nutrients to your body. Eating the rainbow is key for optimal wellness, because each color family boasts unique yet equally important phytonutrients that can help ward off colds and promote glowing skin. Start building in a fresh juice to your breakfast or snack each day.

Take advantage of a beautiful day.

Winter may have left an impression in your couch but now it’s time to get off your backside and start moving around. When the weather allows, get outside to walk. Try to do as many errands as possible by foot. If you can’t get to your destination in a reasonable amount of time from your house, pick a central location to park and walk to as many shops as you can safely access.

Try watching Netflix or listening to upbeat music while walking on your treadmill or trying this 24-Minute-No-Equipment-Needed workout . Keep your mind and your body active to help rev up metabolism and reap its slimming effects.

Keep up that vitamin D. While sunny days may be getting more prevalent, if you have a diagnosed Vitamin D deficiency or live in a northern region, you most likely need to continue your Vitamin D supplements year round.

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and may be cancer preventive. You may be able to decrease your dose of D in the summer, but check with your doctor and dietitian.

Give your skin a makeover from the inside out, and the outside in.

Natural food-based skin care is where it’s at.

While eating more fruits, vegetables and plant based foods can help promote glowing skin, getting some of those same ingredients onto your skin may also leave you looking gorgeous. If you have skin issues, watch for food sensitivities to gluten and dairy, and do your best to avoid processed foods. Being well hydrated helps too.

Read here for more tips on creating your own edible skin care at home.

Don’t go it alone.

Frigid temperatures and very dark afternoons often leave us in a rut of work/school then straight home. Socializing is key for weight loss, which may sound surprising because these events typically revolve around food and drink and not always the super healthy types. Rather than embark on a summer svelte plan all by yourself, get the power of community by joining forces with other like-minded individuals seeking wellness.

And an expert coach to guide you. Our Guided Reboot programs pick up strong in Spring as a great way to make that transition from sluggish winter to energetic summer.

Do your wellness homework.

Homework and preparedness is part of any solid plan. Summer offers access to many opportunities for wellness, but without planning properly, these often pass us by: Map out before or after dinner walks with your spouse, partner, neighbor or friend. Plan for catching up on your day over a stroll around the town lake rather than on the patio with a glass of wine. Get these social/fitness sessions locked into your calendar now.

Take a look and identify locations, days and times for Farmers’ Markets so you can get that built into your reminder schedule we discussed in Tip #3. Local produce is often higher in nutrients and tastes the best!

Spring clean your kitchen and pantry.

Window washing, scrubbing the floor, wiping out the refrigerator shelves are all spring cleaning tasks that feel great. Taking a deep dive into dust or dirt that’s built up can be empowering. Just think how amazing it will feel to purge your kitchen cabinets, spice rack, fridge, freezer and pantry of any foods that don’t fit with your “Get Ready for Summer” wellness plan!

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Bethlehem Steel history Book now available Submitted by Tracy Berger-Carmen

A new local history book is now available, “Bethlehem Steel,” by Tracy L. Berger-Carmen.

The Lehigh Valley Railroad established the Bethlehem Iron Company in 1860 along the Lehigh River in South Bethlehem. The Bethlehem Iron Company manufactured the largest steel axle to date to support the first Ferris wheel at the 1893 World’s Fair. Bethlehem Iron Company became Bethlehem Steel in 1899. In 1904, Charles Schwab incorporated the company, and ultimately, it became the second-largest steelmaker in the United States. Bethlehem Steel built battleships, such as the USS Massachusetts and USS Missouri, and bridges, such as the Golden Gate and George Washington, and provided steel for iconic structures, such as the US Supreme Court Building and Madison Square Garden.

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memories alive with a book that made Bethlehem what it is today.

Berger-Carmen went to school at George Wolf and graduated from Northampton High School.

About Arcadia Publishing As the nation’s leading publisher of books of local history and local interest, Arcadia’s mission is to connect people with their past, with their communities and with one another. Arcadia is the home of unique hyper-local histories of countless hometowns across all fifty states, as well as books on local food, beer and wine; and stories of famous hauntings, all one American city and town at a time. Arcadia has an extraordinary catalog of 17,000 local titles and publishes 500 new books each year. Arcadia counts among its imprints Pelican Publishing, a 100-year old independent press based in New Orleans, and the critically acclaimed Wildsam Publishing, publisher of highly curated travel literature and guides. Using its proprietary Store Match system, Arcadia can create a highly customized hyper-local book assortment for any storefront in the nation.

A Vessel Safety Check Will Keep Your Boat Up-to-Date With New Boating Safety Equipment Regulations

How do you know your boat is ready for a safe summer boating season and complies with new U.S. Coast Guard regulations? A no cost, no penalty vessel safety check from the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and U.S. Power Squadrons can help, and to get one all you have to do is go to cgaux. org/vsc. Appointments can be made for a vessel examiner to come to your boat or you can learn where scheduled inspections are taking place around your town. Upon successful completion, the vessel is awarded a U.S. Coast Guard / Auxiliary / U.S. Power Squadrons decal that informs law enforcement and safety agencies that your boat was in full compliance with all federal and state boating laws during a safety check for that year. The program is sponsored by the BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water.

Boat clubs, marinas, boat yards and municipalities with launch ramps are also encouraged to reach out to their local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or U.S. Power Squadrons to schedule a vessel safety check day at their property.

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