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Thinking of Winter By John Hall for Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette

What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of winter? Winter weather? Winter comfort food? How about holiday gift ideas under $20? Maybe you think of the way neighbors being good neighbors impacts the quality of your neighborhood in a very positive way (that would actually apply spring, summer, fall and winter). Or what about winter photography – is that on 255E South Best Ave. Walnutport, PA 18088

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your mind? For some, being indoors all winter seems unproductive – but it doesn’t have to be! In this “winter” issue, we take a look at all of these things. Comfort food is important all year round, but it may be most important in the winter when we want to feel that extra warmth in the belly even more. Check out “Winter Comfort Food” for two delicious recipes you just may have to try! One recipe is vegan and one is non-vegan. Sometimes winter comfort food seems especially appropriate when there is a “raging nor’easter” going on outside and you just want to be all cozy and warm indoors. In “The Great Nor’easters” we’re going to give you a crash course on how they develop and even a little history on some of the great Nor’easters of all time. Not only ‘tis it the season for potential Nor’easters, but it’s also the gift-buying season for the holidays ahead. In an ideal world we could buy every gift our loved ones desire, but I, for one, have a budget. Maybe you do too. That’s why we Continued on page 4

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are sharing some fun gift ideas for him, her, the teen, the pet-lover and more. Be sure and read “Great Holiday Gift Ideas Under $20” for some starter ideas and a link to 45 great gift ideas under $20. You know if you’re a gardener the winter certainly is not your peak season for activity. But you don’t have to be a gardener to do some of the fun and productive projects you’ll find in “Making the Most of Winter Indoors.” Check it out to find activity inspiration for your time indoors over the next few months. Even though we will be indoors more over the

next few months, don’t let that keep you from being a neighbor helping neighbors. In “Helping Your Neighbors This Winter” we give you some really workable ideas on how to keep the neighborhood connections going through the coldest months ahead. Maybe you have an elderly neighbor who would so appreciate your bringing their morning paper from the driveway to the front door. We’ve got some ideas for you. Lastly, in “Getting Ready for Winter Photography” we have winter photography tips aimed at new photogs, but also those “brushing up” for the winter photography season. We hope you enjoy it! Actually, we hope you enjoy the entire issue and we look forward to connecting with you next time with our annual “Christmas” issue. Until ai1636573192141_2021.11.09 HolidayHours-PRESS-FINAL.pdf 1 11/10/21 2:39 PM then…

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The Great Nor’easters SOURCE: weather.gov (edited)

A Nor’easter is a storm along the East Coast of North America, so called because the winds over the coastal area are typically from the northeast. These storms may occur at any time of year but are most frequent and most violent between September and April. Some well-known Nor’easters include the notorious Blizzard of 1888, the “Ash Wednesday” storm of March 1962, the New England Blizzard of February 1978, the March 1993 “Superstorm” and the Boston snowstorms of January and February 2015. Past Nor’easters have been responsible for billions of dollars in damage, severe economic, transportation and human disruption, and in some cases, disastrous coastal flooding. Damage from the worst storms can exceed a billion dollars. Where They Develop Nor’easters usually develop in the latitudes between Georgia and New Jersey, within 100 miles east or west of the East Coast. These storms progress generally northeastward and typically attain maximum intensity near New England and the Maritime Provinces of Canada. They nearly always bring precipitation in the form of heavy rain or snow, as well as gale force winds, rough seas, and, occasionally, coastal flooding to the affected regions. The heavily populated region between Washington D.C., Philadelphia, New York and Boston, the “I-95 Corridor,” is especially impacted by Nor’easters.

The Perfect Breeding Ground The U.S. East Coast provides an ideal breeding ground for Nor’easters. During winter, the polar jet stream transports cold Arctic air southward across the plains of Canada and the United States, then eastward toward the Atlantic Ocean where warm air from the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic tries to move northward. The warm waters of the Gulf Stream help keep the coastal waters relatively mild during the winter, which in turn helps warm the cold winter air over the water. This difference in temperature between the warm air over the water and cold Arctic air over the land is the fuel that feeds Nor’easters. When weather forecasters at National Weather Service (NWS) local forecast offices and at the National Centers for Environmental Prediction near Washington, D.C. see conditions are favorable in the upcoming days, forecasters may issue winter storm, blizzard, high wind and coastal flood watches to alert the public. These watches let the public know that some of the worst effects of Nor’easters might be possible. If the storm is about to happen, those watches are changed to warnings.

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Winter Comfort Food: Vegan and Non SOURCE: Various

Winter comfort food is most likely going to be robust and it’s going to make you feel good. There are many ways to go with winter comfort food, both vegan and non-vegan, from soups and casseroles to lasagna and more. Here are just two recipes that can warm up even the coldest winter nights. Creamy White Chili (Non-Vegan) Source: tasteofhome.com

Serves 6-7 Ingredients • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1/2-inch cubes • 1 medium onion, chopped • 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder • 1 tablespoon canola oil • 2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth • 2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles

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• 1 teaspoon salt • 1 teaspoon ground cumin • 1 teaspoon dried oregano • 1/2 teaspoon pepper • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper • 1 cup sour cream • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream Optional: Tortilla chips, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced seeded jalapeno pepper Directions In a large saucepan, sauté the chicken, onion and garlic powder in oil until chicken is no longer pink. Add the beans, broth, chiles and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in sour cream and heavy cream. If desired, top with tortilla chips, cheese and jalapenos. Creamy Pumpkin Mac and Cheese (Vegan) Source: Nisha Vora, rainbowplantlife.com

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water. Close lid and cook at high pressure for 1214 minutes. Once cool enough to handle, scoop out flesh, discard skin. 4. While the squash is cooking and then cooling, bring a large saucepan of water to a boil and salt generously. Cook the pasta until al dente and drain immediately. 5. Measure out 1 1/2 cups of the pumpkin/ squash flesh. Reserve the rest for another use, such as a curry, soup, or side dish. 6. Using blender, add the 1 1/2 cups of the pumpkin/squash flesh. Add in the soaked and drained cashews, nutritional yeast, mustard powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, nutmeg, 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, black pepper to taste, miso paste, tapioca flour or cornstarch, lemon juice, and lite coconut milk. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes. Adjust seasonings to taste. 7. Blend pasta and sauce, heat together over medium heat, season further to taste and serve. • 2 T fresh lemon juice • 1 C canned “lite” coconut milk • 10 oz. rigatoni pasta, medium-sized macaroni shells, or pasta of your choice Directions 1. To roast pumpkin (or butternut squash) slice in half, scoop out seeds. If too thick or hard to cut, pop in microwave 60-90 seconds to soften. Then, for roasting, follow step 2, for steaming, step 3. 2. Roasting: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Drizzle pumpkin/squash with olive or avocado oil, season with salt and pepper. Place halves, flesh side down on parchment paper- or aluminum foil-lined baking sheet. Roast 30-40 minutes until completely tender and lightly browned. Once cooled, scoop out flesh and discard skin. 3. Steaming: Place pumpkin (or butternut squash) in an Instant Pot or pressure cooker, add 1 cup

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Making the Most of Winter Indoors SOURCE: Various

With winter ahead, we’ll soon be spending more time indoors probably hunkered down at home. In addition to reading more and catching up on favorite movies and perhaps eating more, it’s also the perfect time to tackle some fun and meaningful projects. Here are some ideas: For the Gardener The focus of gardening is almost exclusively outdoors. If you’re a gardener, winter is not your peak season for planting and harvesting flowers or vegetables. That said there are plenty of indoor winter activities for gardeners. For instance, you can start planning your spring garden, order some seeds from catalogs and if you have the space, get some of them planted and started indoors before spring. If you have houseplants, monitor their health during the winter. Check them often for pests, fertilize if growing or blooming and repot ones that are root bound and dry out quickly. For those that may be getting leggy, propagate from cuttings.

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Simply cut four to six inches, remove the lower leaves, and place each stem base in a medium such as perlite, vermiculite, or a combination. Cover them with a plastic bag to keep humidity inside, keep out of direct sunlight and check often to make sure they are not too dry or too wet inside. Rearrange and Refresh Your Space This winter may be a perfect time to look at your home with a new perspective. For example, consider rearranging your furniture to help maximize your space, or to take better advantage of natural light. Move a wall hanging or painting from one room to another or invest in a cozy new throw blanket. Sometimes minor changes can make a big difference. Declutter, Declutter, Declutter More time indoors means more time to get rid of clutter around your entire home – from your bedroom closets to the garage. Work room by room, pulling out items and organizing them into piles to keep, throw away / recycle, or donate. Once decluttered, put remaining items back into place mindfully, possibly using new storage solutions that will suit your lifestyle in the coming year.

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Between holiday shopping, small party preparations and scooping up the most festive decorations, the latter part of the year can be very expensive. If this were a perfect, Hallmark kind of world, we would be able to buy all the gifts on our loved ones’ lists without thinking about it twice. Unfortunately, that's not the case, but there are loads of incredible and unique gifts available for under $20. At your favorite online stores such as Amazon, Etsy and Walmart, there's a whole lot of moneysaving goodness waiting for you. That means you can find the perfect option no matter who you are shopping for. Also, if you're on the hunt for a Secret Santa or White Elephant gift, most of these affordable picks will work great for your gift exchange. Some Sample Ideas Here is a sample of the gift suggestions we found in the Good Housekeeping story. For the full story,

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While winter is typically a time to hunker down and hibernate, it’s also a time that can be hard on our neighbors and their homes. Whether it’s fallen tree branches, a driveway that needs shoveling, or a frozen pipe emergency, neighbors helping neighbors cultivates trust and a closer-knit community. And there’s no better time to help neighbors than during the winter. Ideas for Helping Neighbors During Winter: • Host a soup night: This is a great way to connect with neighbors during the winter. It can be done indoors, or as a bundled-up, sociallydistanced porch or yard party depending on the weather. It can even be something of a potluck. For neighbors who would like to pitch in, invite

them to bring their favorite soup, while maybe another neighbor can bring fresh baked bread, and so forth. It’s a great way for a winter social event and also an opportunity to catch up on things going on in the neighborhood. If soup isn’t your thing, make a pot of chili! • Helping older neighbors: Older neighbors particularly would likely appreciate a car de-icing, driveway snow shoveling, or even something as simple as bringing the mail or newspaper to their doorstep. • Check on them! When the pavement or front steps get icy, slipping and falling can happen to anyone – elderly or not. When you walk or drive by, take an extra moment to look over and make sure everything seems in order.

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• Branches or debris: When you can, help clear it, loan tools, or organize a work party to help take care of each other’s needs. Working with others makes projects more fun and they go more quickly. • Make a plan to help: When you hear that a storm is coming, reach out to neighbors you know the best and get a plan together for helping each other and other neighbors once the storm hits. • Share your salt! Rock salt is a good thing to have on hand, and if you know your neighbors need some for their icy spots, toss a few handfuls their way, or offer to pick up a bag for them. • Connect for a conversation: When it’s dark early, and people aren’t out and about as much, winter can become a lonely season. A phone call or a knock on the door with some cookies and hot chocolate can be just the remedy. Sometimes simply showing up and talking can make a world of difference. Whether it’s you helping neighbors during winter by shoveling their snow or it’s them helping you in summer by watering your plants while you’re away – good, trustworthy neighbors are worth Complementary their weight in gold. When a neighborhood becomes a community, it’s good for everyone! Holiday Photo with Santa

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Taking good-quality photos isn’t easy and doing it in the winter just makes it a bit more difficult. Fingers freeze, camera batteries die, and everything looks boringly white. You will encounter many obstacles taking photos in the coldest months. Here are a few quick and easy tips that will help smooth the adventure. Despite wintery weather, be sure and take your camera or smartphone wherever you decide to go. Correct Gear is Most Important Extreme conditions are hard for sensitive electronics including photography equipment. Carry a flash with you if it’s not part of your camera and for snowfall shots having a stand is a must. Remember that you usually can’t set your

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the real holiday season atmosphere. Be Ready When it Snows If you want to capture snowfall that means you have to be ready when it happens. Taking photos of snowfall is fairly hard, but not impossible. You have to learn to use shutter speed to take better snowfall photos. Try slow shutter speed to capture a blurry snowfall, or use fast shutter speed to capture snow frozen mid-air. Always use a tripod or secure surface for your camera. Otherwise, the falling snow won’t show up clearly in your photos. Shoot Winter Photography Inside Winter photography doesn’t all have to be taken outdoors. Plan indoor photoshoots with your friends, or find other places where you can take pictures inside. Museums that allow photography usually have a lot of interesting possibilities for photographers, especially those just starting out. Other ideas: take photos of food, animals or the view outside your window. If you’re shooting pictures outside, sooner or later you have to go inside to warm-up and it’s important that you don’t put your camera down even at that time. Capture your steaming cup of hot chocolate or your best friend’s red cheeks.

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The Attorneys and Staff of Steckel and Stopp are pleased to announce that on November 16, 2021 an $800.00 donation was presented to Northern Valley Emergency Medical Services. Donations are made by staff and attorneys for dress down Fridays as well as clients visiting the offices. The Firm has been sponsoring local charities with dress down donations since 2010. Pictured from left to right are Attorney Charles Waters of Steckel and Stopp, Kristie Wentling, Executive Director of North Valley Emergency Medical Services and Kevin Schmidt, President of the Board of Directors of Northern Valley Emergency Medical Services

Steckel and Stopp wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy, Healthy, Prosperous New Year. Steckel and Stopp is a law firm with offices at Main and Walnut Streets, Slatington, Schnecksville and Northampton and has been serving the Lehigh Valley for over 74 years. DECEMBER 2, 2021 || townandcountrygazette.com

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Der Belsnickel Ihr lewe Leit: In seim Gedicht "Der Belsnickel" hot der John Birmelin mol gschriwwe: Am Grischtdaag do kummt als der Belsnickel bei, Was sin doch die Kinner so froh! Es kennt sei as der Birmelin froh waar weil der Belsnickel un der Saendi Klaas schunn zimmlich gleich waare. Der Willard M. George hot sei Gedicht aa "Der Belsnickel" gheese, awwer im Gedicht sehnt mer's Watt "Belsnickel" net ee Mol. Er schreibt: Was iss dann des? Wer faahrt uff mei Graas? Noh mach ich's Fenschder uff, Un do waar der Saendi Klaas!

Awwer es waar net immer so! Der Henry Harbaugh kann uns saage wie die Kinner der Belsnickel frieh im neinzehde Yaahrhunnert gsehne hen: O kennscht du den wieschde, den gaschdiche Mann? Hu! darf mer den Kall en Mensch heese? Ya, as er en Mensch iss maag glaawe wer kann, Er guckt mir zu viel wie der Beese! Seh yuscht mol sei Aage, sei Naas – alle Welt! Er dutt's Maul uff un zu wie die Scheere; En Schwans wie'n Ochs, ya, des hot er, gelt? Un en haaricher Bels wie die Baere. Kummt der in dei Haus, dann gebt's Laerme genunk, Er sucht die nixnutziche Kinder! Un finnt er eens, geht er uff eemol zum Punkt, Un dengelt gaar bumm’risch die Sinder.

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On Christmas, Belsnickel comes by, How happy the children are! It could be that Birmelin was happy because the Belsnickel and Santa Claus were already rather one and the same. Willard M. George called his poem "The Belsnickel," but in his poem you don't see the word "Belsnickel" one time. He writes: What is that? Who's driving on my grass? Then I open the window, And there was Santa Claus! But it was not always so! Henry Harbaugh can tell us how the children saw Belsnickel early on in the nineteenth century: Oh, do you know that ugly, that nasty man? Wow! Can you call that fellow a human being? Yes, that he is a human may be believed by whoever wants to, He looks to me too much like the devil!

Just look at his eyes, his nose—wow! He opens and closes his mouth like shears; A tail like an ox, yes, that he has, right? And a hairy pelt like the bears. If he comes into your house, there'll be noise enough, He seeks out the bad children! And if he finds one, he gets right to the point, And beats very badly the sinners. He stands himself there with that terrible(?)rod, And grumbles his threatening speech; The children suddenly become very good And begin to pray mightily! If one of them, as is sometimes the case, was right mischievous; Wanted to mock his mother's whip; I bet he won't laugh at Belsnickel's whip; He quickly begs for good weather. Now Belsnickel shakes his bag vigorously, Out fall the cakes and chestnuts; Whoever is good can pick them up; whoever is bad, then whack! He flogs him thoroughly. From the Belsnickel I have now learned something, This I will never forget: After you sow, then in the harvest The fruit of your work is meted out! Take care, The Old Professor

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[The sources for the three poems that Haag cites: 1. John Birmelin (1873-1950). “Gezwitscher.” Pennsylvania German Folklore Society, vol. 3. 1938. 2. Willard M. George; Harry H. Reichard. “Pennsylvania German Dialect Writers and Their Writings.” Proceedings and Addresses of the Pennsylvania German Society, vol. 26. 1918. 3. “Der Belsnickel,” Henry Harbaugh (18171867). Harbaugh’s Harfe. Reformed Church Publication Board, 1872.]

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Lehigh Township Historical Society News Submitted by Ruth Hall Kent

The Lehigh Township Historical Society would like to wish our community a very happy and safe holiday season for 2021. We have a number of interesting books about our area in our Historical Centre store that would make great gifts, including the Images of America book about Indian Trail and Edgemont Parks as well as the one about Lehigh Township. If you want to purchase any of our books or other unique items from our gift shop, we will be open on Tuesday, December 7th from 9 am to Noon. If not available then, please give us a call to make arrangements for your purchase. Our annual membership drive is under way and we remind all of our current supporters to send in their renewal form included in our newsletter when you receive it. For any others interested in becoming a supporting member, please visit our website at www.lehightownshiphistoricalsociety. org and download the form to complete and mail in with payment. On November 15th a group of Cub Scouts from Pack 242 in Cherryville visited the St. Paul’s OneRoom Schoolhouse in Indianland along with their leaders and many parents. The visitors were given information about the history of the school and

learned about what attending school, in a one-room school, was like more than 70 years ago. St. Paul’s schoolhouse interior is modeled to reflect a classroom of the 1930’s. Many of the artifacts were discovered by the scouts doing a scavenger hunt around the room. Visiting the school, which is a local historical building, met the requirements for a badge they were working on. Fun was had by all. A reminder to scout troops and other small groups to call and set up a special visit to the Schoolhouse or Historical Centre Museum. We have several activities and a short program for our young visitors. If you have never visited, you will be surprised with all of the memorabilia of yesteryear that we have on display! LTHS is always accepting items for the museum. If you are planning to visit or stop by with any items to donate, please call first as the weather and snow in our parking area may force us to be closed. Starting in the new year, we will be open on Tuesday mornings from 9 am to Noon (except the 2nd Tuesday of each month). Again, LTHS wishes everyone a very Merry Christmas and very Happy New Year!

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The Northern Lehigh Recreation Authority’s 2022 Annual Campaign to raise funds for the Authority’s upcoming year of programs and services is underway. NLRA’s mission is to provide a diverse range of educational and recreational programs, events and activities that promote a strong sense of community. The Authority receives annual contributions from Slatington Borough and Washington Township, but it is not enough to cover the costs of the many free and low cost programs that are provided to residents of Northern Lehigh, including concerts, events such as the Food Truck Festival, Trunk or Treat and the Candy Cane Hunt, the Bulldog Blast Summer Rec, Program and many other community programs. Residents interested in supporting NLRA’s effort to improve the quality of life in Northern Lehigh are encouraged to read and respond to the 2022 Annual Campaign request that they will receive in the mail or to go to NLRA’s website, www. northernlehighrec.org, and click on the Donate button. 24

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Slatington Awarded Grant for Slate Heritage Trail submitted by Tracy Polovick

Rep. Zach Mako (R-Lehigh/Northampton) and Sen. Pat Browne (R-Lehigh) today announced a $105,488 grant has been awarded to Slatington Borough for repair of Slate Heritage Trail. Mako and Browne advocated for the funding through the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s Greenway, Trails and Recreation Program, which funds projects for planning, acquisition, development, rehabilitation and repair of greenways, recreational trails, open spaces and parks. “One of Slatington’s treasures is its trail and access to the Lehigh River,” Mako said. “By rehabilitating the trail, this will encourage more recreational opportunities which improve the health and wellness of both residents and visitors. With more people staying close to home in the past couple of years, the areas that need improvement became News@TownAndCountryGazette.com || DECEMBER 2, 2021

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Plaque Honorees for December 14, 2021 – Slatington Public Library The Louise Hallman Memorial Plaque was donated by her children Linda Nierer, Connie Rehrig, and Russell Hallman Sr. in memory of their beloved mother. In addition, it serves as a philanthropic endeavor for family and/or friends to donate a minimum of $1000 in honor or memory of a loved one to benefit the Slatington Public Library. The Library is grateful for the generosity of the Hallman family in giving the Library the opportunity to recognize members of the community while raising funds to further the mission of literacy and service. Recently, the Hallman family purchased a second plaque due to additional names to be added. On December 14, 2021 at 6:30 PM, the Slatington Public Library will host the family and friends of the newest names added to the plaque and light refreshments will be served. The new honorees are the following: the memory of Russell Hallman Sr., Ron and Hali Kuntz, and Lynne Fedorcha. Russell passed away in 2018, and he was a familiar face in town owning Hallman’s Service

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anonymous donated for Lynne’s dedication to the Library. As a retired teacher, reading specialist and District Administrator, Lynne gave 28 years of her love of learning to the Northern Lehigh School District. Currently, Lynne is the Library’s treasurer, Pre-school Story Hour Teacher, and enjoys her monthly Book Club with friends. Reading has always been Lynne’s passion, and she says, “It has educated me and transported me to faraway places and different times. Reading aloud to children is one of my greatest joys.” Born and raised in Lehighton, Lynne and Gary moved to Slatington in 1976 and live in Washington Township. Lynne considers her most valuable work as a volunteer with the Slatington Public Library since becoming a Board of Director in 2011. The following names have been added to the plaque since 2010: • Children Linda, Connie, and Russ – 2010 • Arlene M. Altrichter – 2011 • Children Linda, Connie, and Russ – 2011 • Children Linda, Connie, and Russ – 2012 • Children Linda, Connie, Russ – 2014 • In Memory of Schyler Kemps – 2015 • In Memory of Thomas P. Papay Jr. – Presented by SHS Class of 1964, Family and Friends

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Advent began on November 28th and this year’s services will be “God with Us”. At St. Peter’s we believe God is still with us, bringing hope, joy, love and yes, peace – in all circumstances. This Christmas season join us to dive deeper into the meaning behind Christmas and learn more about God’s love for you and your family! Come celebrate Christmas with us! Plan to attending our Christmas Eve Candlelight service at 7PM. Bible Study continues Monday mornings at 11am and Monday evening at 6:30pm, both studies are doing “Forward” by Dr. David Jeremiah. Please contact Pastor Bill to let him know you wish to attend and that a book will be available. As with all activities of the church the Bible studies are open to all. There is no cost for the book, but donations are accepted. Coming soon watch for the start of “Grief Share.” More information to follow or contact Pastor Bill. At this time, we are continuing with the online services along with the church being fully opened. On Friday’s join Pastor Michelle with “Moments with Kids, at 4PM. These can be viewed on

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Slatington Library News submitted by Louise Bechtel

The Slatington Library is open for those looking for books and/or computer use. CHANGE IN MASK POLICY. Due to the increase in Covid-19 cases, we are now asking everyone to wear a mask in the library. Mrs. Santa will be visiting the library on Friday, December 3rd from 4:00pm to 5pm, right before the Slatington Borough tree lighting. Stop in, hear a story, and receive a small gift. The Book Club is planning a “Chat and Chew” on December 6th at 1:00p.m. Members will meet at the library and order lunch from Mama’s Pizza. There will also be a zoom link. Each member will discuss a book of their choice. If you are interested in joining the book club please contact the library. The library is currently receiving donations in memory of John Kisthardt, Karen Schneck and Sally Haas. We thank the families for including the library in remembrance of their loved ones. The Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight (PA MEDI), formerly known as

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Northern Lehigh Senior H.S. 2021 - 2022 Honor Roll submitted by Shelley Smith

The Northern Lehigh Senior High School honor roll for the first marking period of the 2021-2022 school year, as announced by Mr. Robert Vlasaty, Principal, is as follows: Principal’s List: 12th Grade: Zachary Chamberlain, Paige Craddock, Travis Danko, Tucker Deibert, Gabriel Diaz, Kaiden Dos Santos, Ryan Dries, Ryan Hartmaier, Cole Hausman, Brianna Hess, Alexis Hollinger, Colby Jackovitz, Cydney Krause, Sophia Lear, Owen Levan-Uhler, Ryan Lynch, Caelin Mack, Brynn Messinger, Carly Mikulski, Brett Misera, Ty Moffitt, Emily Moyer, Gabrielle Myster, Nia Nicholson, Emma Niebell, Brooke Nonnemacher, Makenzie Peckham, Alicia Quattrocchi, Saige Schellenberg, Skylar Schellenberg, Daliah Shupp, Samantha Slack, Stefany Steckel, Tyler Strohl, Nate Walters, Tyler White, Abigail Williams, Molly Williams 11th Grade: Elizabeth Binder, Aiyana Bosch, Bianca Carrion, Danielle Dougherty, Keona Dyer, Diego Fenstermaker, Douglas Greene, Lily Groover,

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The Northern Lehigh Middle School honor roll for the first marking period of the 2021-2022 school year as announced by Mr. David Hauser, Principal, is as follows: HIGH HONOR ROLL: Must have a composite average of 95% or above AND all individual course averages of 90% or above. 8th Grade: Caleb N. Bosch, Brayden A. Buskirk, Patrick H. J. Conway, Adriana O. Danyluk, Xander Diaz, Donald D. Dimmick, Briana L. Everk, Taylor L. Everk, Lacey E. Groover, Savannah M. Hall, Bella Rose Haydt, Emma E. Heil, Isaac J. Jackovitz, McKenna A. Kirk, Emily C. Mack, Samantha A. Mack, Evelina C. Mayak, John Ethan Moore, Colton D. Oberle, Aubrey S. Reinhard, Olivia B. L. Schaeffer, Kylee A. Snyder, Ronald J. Verba 7th Grade: Tyler W. Azzaro, Kellen T. Bauer, Jude W. Behr, Savannah K. Biechy, McKenzie M. Chruscial, Christopher R. Frame, Gracie L. Frederick, Emily E. Gad, Chase M. Gall, Ethan C. Gasser, Gabriella R. Gentile, Anthony Hanna, Madilynn A. Husack, Colin M. Karetsky, Savannah S. Kast, Reese A. Messinger, Shane A. Musselman, Alexa Paige O'Connell, Ada A. Porobenski, Andrew C. Rudolph, Adaliz Saez Fernandez, Jillian P. Schmick, Lillianna G. Serfass, Addison H. Smith, Andi J. Szwast HONOR ROLL: Must have composite average of 85% or above AND all individual course averages of 70% or above. 8th Grade: Rachel M. Bauer, Jaxyn J. D. Beil, Rowen C. Blencowe, Mariah E. C. Burton, Jayden M. Christman, Jonathan H. David, Jada L. Diaz, Ambrielle B. Dougherty, Marley K. Edwards, Emma M. Everitt, Amyah P. Fisher, Skylar P. Frey, Evan L. German, Colleen Patricia Gilsbach, Ethan J. Grozier, Rhyan E. Heintzelman, Marielle J. Jurchenko, Chloe A. Knauer, Codey M. Knauer, Landen D. Krause, Nathaniel C. Kuhns, Raiden A. Kutzler, Caralena M. Lewis, Melody E. Lindenmoyer, Chayce J. Lopinto, Joy McCammon, Chloeana Lee McCarthy, Mallory G. McIntyre, Kailee M. Meckes, Dregan C. Millroy, Natalie M. Moffitt, Seth J. Montanari, Adam T. Neff, Grady P. Newhard, Kayden C. Novicki, Brayden A. Peters, Landon J. Rosado, Zaid Salih, Ivy A. Simpson, Camden T. Stevens, Ella K. Tosh, Augustus X. Unangst, Marshall C. Weierbach, Elizabeth A. Wells, Leah M. Wentz, Nolan J. Whalen 7th Grade: Rachel N. Arnold, Lilliana N. AyalaDECEMBER 2, 2021 || townandcountrygazette.com

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Heat up your key Simply heating up your key with a lighter could be enough to unstick a stuck lock. If the lock is completely frozen, you may have to heat your key more than once. As with all other methods, don’t rush it, and turn the key in both directions slowly. You should be able to get the ice melted in a few minutes. Keep de-icing spray handy Commercially-available de-icing spray is even more effective than the solutions mentioned above. Of course, having it tucked away in the glove compartment of a frozen car wouldn’t do you much good, so make sure to have an extra bottle handy at home or in your office desk as well. Breath in…and out In the worst-case scenario wherein, you don’t have any of the solutions mentioned above, your breath could be all you need to thaw out your car door lock. Simply cup your hands around the lock and blow into it for a few minutes. It may be necessary to do this more than once, but your lock should thaw after a while.

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