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U.S. OPEN Japan is next holding 1.1 trillion (6%) and the remaining 3.8 trillion (19%) is owned collectively by about 20 other countries. Both China and Japan want to keep the value of the dollar high when compared to other currencies. That helps their exports to the United States seem more affordable, which helps their economy grow. Despite China’s occasional threats to sell its holdings, both countries are happy to be America’s biggest foreign banks. Since they only own 7% and 6% out of the total debt, they do not have as much leverage as we are conditioned to believe. That is why I called it scaremongering. Let me be clear… I am not a proponent of continuing to increase our National Debt just so the government can continue to spend without control. At the same time, I understand that not all public spending is necessarily bad. There are many things that are done by government that only government can do. For example, providing for effective defense of our homeland, building highways, schools, airports and other infrastructure needs and other programs that are for the collective good of all citizens. These all must be paid for and as they grow we either must raise taxes on “All” or borrow. If there is one thing to take away from this very complex subject, it is this; you will know when someone says that China owns us…it is untrue, as we own ourselves.

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1. In 1968, this man was the first to shoot four sub-70 rounds at the same U.S. Open. Who? 2. The lowest score ever shot by an amateur at the Open is 282. Who accomplished this? 3. Do you know the first American-born player to win the U.S.Open? 4. Only one player has ever had a double eagle at this tournament. The year was 1985. Who? 5. Who was the only foreign-born player to win the Open in the 1960's? 6. What golfer during the 1960's lost a seven stroke lead on the last nine holes and then lost in a playoff the next day? 7. There was only one two-time winner in the 1970's . Can you think of him? 8. The answer to one of the above questions is also the youngest man ever to win the Open? Who? Have you ever noticed what golf spells backwards? Golf Trivia Answers: 1. Lee Trevino at Oak Hill. He shot 69-68-69-69. 2. Jack Nicklaus in 1960. 3. John J. McDermott in 1911. 4. T.C. Chen. He got a deuce at a par 5 at Oakland Hills. 5. Gary Player in 1965 at the Bellerive Country Club. 6. Arnold Palmer in 1966 at the Olympic Club. In fact, he still had a six stroke lead with six holes to go. In the next day's playoff, he led by two after nine, but lost 69-73 to Billy Casper. 7. Hale Irwin in 1974 and 1979. 8. John J. McDermott in 1911. He was 19 years, 10 months old.

This month I am writing about a subject that seems to be discussed almost on a daily basis. Our National debt! Before I do, let me say that I am by no stretch of the imagination an economist who would discuss the ins and outs in a text book fashion. I would describe myself as the “Average Joe” or in this instance the “Average Larry.” First of all it is true that the debt is 19 trillion and will go up no matter who wins the 2016 election. It is just a simple fact that when we spend more than what comes in, we must either reduce spending by cutting programs or borrow to continue. This is as simple as Newton’s Law. Who owns “America’s Debt?” This may surprise you to hear, but the largest creditor of the USA is you; the American taxpayer. Some may ask “How can that be?” We are conditioned to believe that it is owed to foreign governments, which is pure scaremongering. The worst part is, those who do this, know better and only do it for the effect. As I said above, the National Debt is about 19 trillion. Of that, 12.9 trillion (68%) is owed mostly to government trust funds such as Social Security holding 5.3 trillion. Individuals, pension funds and state & local governments hold 5.1 trillion. The remaining 2.5 trillion is held by the U.S. Treasury. To figure out how the Social Security Trust Fund became the largest debt holder, we must go back to April 20th 1983. The Social Security Amendments of 1983 laid the foundation for 30 plus years of federal embezzlement of Social Security money. The balance of the 19 trillion is held by foreign ownership. China owns 1.3 trillion (7%),

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(BPT) - The terms wedding and money go hand in hand. The average wedding cost is now up to $31,213 according to theknot.com, and that's not even including the honeymoon. Because of increasing costs, more and more couples are looking to plan a smaller, more intimate ceremony. While there's no universal way to define a small wedding, it typically involves a limited gathering of family and close friends. No matter the size of your guest list, you're bound to feel the stress of planning as you want your day to be perfect. But opting for a modestsized wedding opens the door to endless options and possibilities. Here are some tips for making your small-scale wedding the event of the year: • Whittle down your guest list. If you can keep your guest count low, the cost for just about everything you need for your wedding will significantly decrease. There's always going to be more guests you could invite, but if you're making a point to have a small wedding, people will be understanding. Set limits and stick to them. • Rent what you can. Rental stores offer a wide range of products to fit weddings of any size or theme. A smaller wedding opens up your options when it comes to venue and personalization. You'll likely need tables and chairs, tents, a dance floor and maybe even china, tableware and linens. Start by searching on RentalHQ. com to find a store for all your decorating and setup needs. • Keep the menu simple. One of the biggest costs of a wedding is the food, so try to shy away from extravagant and fancy menu items. All you need are a few key dishes and one or two desserts to keep everyone satisfied. Your guests aren't

coming to ogle over a lavish spread, they simply want to be there to celebrate with the happy couple. • Stick to your budget. Create a budget using money you already have in the bank. There's no need to go into debt when planning an intimate wedding. If you have $1,000 to spend, then plan a $1,000 wedding. If you stick to a moderate budget, you're more likely to keep the planning and actual event in control. • Think outside the box. A small wedding may require a bit of strategic thinking and DIY projects. For example, you can make your own invitations and party favors to not only save money, but to reflect your unique personality as a couple. You can also get creative with the venue, like a small bed and breakfast, restaurant or historic home. There's no need to book an entire banquet hall. Let these straightforward ideas take some of the stress out of your wedding planning. After all, your wedding day is supposed to be one of the happiest occasions. For more wedding planning tips and helpful options visit rentalhq.com/ weddings.

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Shedding For The Wedding: Your 3-Month Guide (BPT) - The dress, the tux, the guests, the honeymoon - there are so many details that go into your wedding day. All eyes are on you from the moment you walk down the aisle until the last dance of the night. Understandably so, brides and grooms often feel a lot of pressure to look their best on this important day - there's nothing like a wedding to motivate you to get serious about your health and fitness goals. But crash diets or extreme exercise programs are never the answer. "It's usually best to start thinking about your specific goals three months before your wedding day to allow plenty of time to establish your routine and adjust to a healthier lifestyle," says Steve Bronston, certified personal trainer with Life Time, a healthy way of life company that operates more than 115 health and wellness centers nationwide. "This creates a great opportunity for the bride and groom to support each other and get in shape together." Bronston and Life Time offer a threemonth countdown plan to get you ready for the big day:

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5 Golden Rules Of Planning A Group Destination Wedding (BPT) - Soft sand warms the soles of your feet and the smell of sweet flowers fill the air. The salty mist of the ocean kisses your cheeks while the laughter of friends and family brings joy to the heart. This isn't just an amazing vacation for your loved ones, it's your wedding day. Images like this are inspiring more brides than ever before to forego traditional weddings made popular by their parents' generation in exchange for dreamy, relaxing destination celebrations. It's the ultimate way to customize a wedding, and often it's more affordable than going the traditional route. "Once intimate affairs, destination weddings are no longer just for small groups," said Cheryl Cox of Grand Strand Bridal Association. "The most intriguing and prominent wedding trend of 2016 is couples expanding the guest list for their destination weddings to include people beyond immediate family." The reason this trend is growing so rapidly is that it provides guests more than just the opportunity to see a loved one tie the knot. It really gives them a mini-vacation that they'll never forget. It's a vacation with a purpose, and plenty of time for fun and activities are built into the experience. However, brides and grooms who want to embrace this growing trend have a few unique considerations. To ensure everyone has a great time, follow the five golden rules of planning a destination wedding for big groups: • Rule 1: Select an accessible location. You'll get more RSVPs if you select a destination that is easy and affordable for everyone to access. Consider air travel and drive times from guests' locations. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is a great

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search of a better life. Many of these immigrants started out in “patches” as underpaid and unskilled laborers and worked until they learned the trade of mining and became coal miners. As they struggled, cried, laughed, and strived in this harsh environment, these groups ultimately carved out better lives for themselves and their families. During the turn of the century Eckley boasted more than a thousand residents and much of that ethnic mosaic was composed of immigrants from Slavic countries. Eckley Miners’ Village which is administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and its’ non-profit Associates group are excited to celebrate the distinctive culture of the people who formed an essential part of Pennsylvanian history. To celebrate, craft vendors, demonstrators, ethnic and folk musicians, dancers, and ethnic food vendors will showcase their talents at Eckley the last weekend of June. We will be opening our museum and our historic buildings from 10 am to 5 pm each day as we celebrate this integral piece of the rich American mosaic. For more information on our location and this event please visit our website at www.eckleyminersvillage. com, call us at (570) 636-2070, or like us on Facebook. Find us on

SAT, JUNE 25 & SUN JUNE 26 10AM TO 5PM (both days) Celebrate Slavic Culture in the Anthracite Region with Traditional Ethnic Music & Dancers, Historical Presentations, Performances by the Eckley Players, & Food!

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“New fields and great weather, promise a bumper crop of Strawberries.” “Crop rotation ensures the tastiest and biggest berries possible.” Says Harry Roinick, of Pumpkin Hill Farms in Nescopeck. “After last season we decide to increase our acreage.” We now have three times acreage we had in the past” The new acreage will feature new varieties in 2016. “This really has been the perfect spring for growing strawberries” said Roinick. “There has been no frost damage and berries look to be the biggest in about 4 years”. “In 2012, we introduced Strawberry Plasticulture production system to Northeast Pennsylvania “The berries have been much larger and easier to pick with the new system” said Roinck. The planting is a little more difficult and but the plant could produce as many as 40 berries per plant."

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2. Antioxidants: Strawberries contain chemical compounds called phenols. Anthocyanin, a particular phenol abundantly found in strawberries, lends the rich red color to the fruit. Strawberries also contain vitamin C, folate, and the flavonoids, quercetin and kaempferol. 3. Anti-inflammatory: The phenols in strawberries also fight against many inflammatory disorders, such as osteoarthritis, cancer, asthma and atherosclerosis. 4. B-complex: The fruit is rich in B-complex group of vitamins. It contains very good amounts of vitamin B-6, niacin, riboflavin, pantothenic acid and folic acid. 5.Magnificent Manganese: One cup of strawberries contains 21 percent of manganese, an essential nutrient that acts as a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent. Manganese is also great for the bones. 6. Bone Health: Strawberries have potassium, vitamin K, and magnesium— important for bone health 7. Strawberries are good for your eyes, proper brain function, and provide relief from high blood pressure, arthritis, gout and heart diseases. 8. Anti-aging properties: Strawberries have biotin, which helps build strong hair and nails. Strawberries also contain the antioxidant ellagic acid, which protects the elastic fibers in our skin to help prevent sagging. 9. Vigorous Vitamin C: One cup of strawberries contains an incredible 136 percent of the RDA of vitamin C, an effective antioxidant. Vitamin C is vital for connective tissue (collagen) formation, which keeps our skin looking young. Vitamin C has an important role in anti-aging. 10. Weight Loss: Strawberries contain a compound called nitrate that has positive effects on blood flow and oxygen around the body. Nitrate stops muscles from becoming too tired after exercise.

Quiet Valley’s Summer Garden Party And Summer Tour Opening On Saturday June 18, 2016 Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm will open for their 53rd Summer Tour Season starting with their ninth annual Summer Garden Party. Visitors coming to the farm for the historic tour will experience guides portraying family members going about a typical day on a homestead in the 1800s. In addition to the tour, folks will have a chance to involve themselves in a variety of garden-related activities. Tour a typical Pennsylvania German kitchen garden, get help with garden basics, sample yummy things made with fresh herbs and vegetables and take home some recipes. At the outdoor brick oven herb breads will be baked and samples shared. This year, sign up early (by Noon) at the Bake Oven and make a small loaf yourself (one per family). This year’s feature areas, Pottery with Joan Glusiec and Pressed Flower Art with Alice Prall will have demonstrations taking place periodically throughout the day. There will be new adventures at the party including Foods with Funny Names, and older youth and adults will enjoy fairy garden art. The Children’s Area will have lots of summer craft fun and bubble making for the younger set. This event is sponsored in part by a Pennsylvania Council on the Arts Project Stream grant. As a special fundraiser on June 18th we will be holding a Victorian Tea during the day at 2:00. Ages eight and up can enjoy the tea sandwiches, fresh baked cookies, scones and cake, along with herbal teas and lemonade. Quiet Valley’s very own “Emma Marsh” will discuss proper table settings and share some samples of traditional linen pieces. The cost is $15.00 per person and reser vations are required. Tea Party attendees interested

in seeing the Historic Tour and Summer Garden Party will receive a discounted admission. Seating is limited so call soon to reserve your spot. All activities on June 18 are rain or shine. General admission for the Historic Tour is Adults $10.00 and Ages 3-12 $5.00 and includes both the historic farm tour and Summer Garden Party. The farm is open for summer tours Tues. - Sat. 10:00am - 5:00pm and Sun. noon - 5:00pm. Allow two to three hours for the complete farm tour. Visit our website at www.quietvalley.org for more information on Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm or call 570-992-6161. All money raised goes to support the non-profit historic farm museum. Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm is a non-profit, educational corporation dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of Pennsylvania’s agricultural heritage. At Quiet Valley history comes to life on our 19th century farm. Period dressed “family” members reenact the life of the original Pennsylvania German family who lived on the farm from the late 1760s to 1913. The farm museum is open to the general public the third Saturday of June through Labor Day Monday and for school and group tours the rest of the year. Quiet Valley hosts a number of special events throughout the year. For more information call 570-992-6161 or visit us online at www. quietvalley.org. Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm is a 501(c) (3) non-profit, educational corporation dedicated to the preservation and presentation of Pennsylvania’s agricultural heritage. At Quiet Valley history comes to life on our 19th century farmstead. Period-dressed guides reenact the life of the original Pennsylvania German farm family who lived at the site from the late1760s to 1913. Quiet Valley is open in 2016 to the general public Saturday June 18 - Monday September 5. Also, on additional spring and fall Saturdays. The farm also hosts a number of special events throughout the year. School and group tours are by reservation. For more information on the museum call (570) 992 – 6161 or visit www. quietvalley.org. We welcome all media outlets to visit Quiet Valley.

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8th Annual Summer Travel Edition by Rich Lipinski

The month of June brings the beginning of summer and the travel season. Fortunately for us in Northeast Pennsylvania we can combine the summer vacations short and long with a trip to baseball game or a famous baseball site. Many of these destinations are very affordable, very convenient and very easy on the gas tank. Day Trips and a Little More All of the places listed can be done in a day, but a two day trip can provide a great baseball experience and some of unique offerings of the area’s we live near. Eastern Pennsylvania has a large tourism industry that many in the area never realize is surrounding us. Lehigh Valley Home of the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs. The Iron Pigs play in state of the art Coca-Cola Park which Opened in 2008 and has been at the top of the attendance list ever since. There is plenty for a family to do during the day, Including the Lehigh Valley Zoo, The Da Vinci Science Center and the Crayola factory tour. In August the city of Bethlehem explodes is a sea of music at the annual Musikfest from August 5th to the 14th. Dorney Park is located only miles from the ballpark.

ing Phillies is one of the great minor league parks in America, the self-proclaimed baseball town, offers one of the greatest baseball experiences possible.. Hawk Mountain Sanctuary and the Appalachian Trail highlight the outdoor activities in the area. The Greater reading area has rich Civil War history including being an important stop on the Underground Railroad. Reading is known for its outlet shopping and factory stores the best amusement parks in state offering free admission. In July, Danville holds its annual Iron Heritage festival.

Harrisburg The Harrisburg Senators play at Metro Bank Park located on an island in the Susquehanna River is one of the most unique locations for a stadium. The Double “A’ farm team of the Nationals features some of the highest draft picks in baseball the past few years. The Harrisburg area has many attractions including tours of the State Capitol, the Civil War Museum in Carlisle. There are many attractions of the Hershey area, Including the Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) Museum.

Williamsport The Williamsport Crosscutters play in the 2nd oldest stadium in baseball and it brings back memories of baseball past at it’s finest. Just outside the gates is the original Little League field. Over the river in South Williamsport is the home of the Little League World Series held every August and the Little League Museum. Williamsport is also home to the Hiawatha Paddlewheel Riverboat, featuring a variety of cruises for all ages. The Reading Susquehanna River offers some great campFirst Energy Stadium home of the Read- ing options, Knoebels amusement park is one

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State College/Altoona The towns of State College and Altoona are home to the Pittsburgh Pirates “A” and Double “A” teams. The State College Spikes play at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, one of the most beautiful parks in the country. Located on the campus of Penn State, Medlar Field features an awesome skyline and excellent food. Blair County Ballpark plays host to the Altoona Curve, the "Skyliner" roller coaster from neighboring Lakemont Park and the scenic Allegheny Mountains add to the overall beauty of Blair County Ballpark. There is plenty to do when visiting this area; including two amusement parks, Penn’s cave and Wildlife Park, Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark and many camping and hiking trails.

Lancaster/York The Lancaster Barnstormers and the York Revolution are members of the Atlantic League, feature some of the finest family stadiums in the area. Both parks have extensive kid’s areas which include carousels. Located in Amish country these two towns are full of family activities. York County bills itself as the factory tour capital of the world. There are over 20 factories that give an inside look to

their manufacturing, included in these tours is the Harley-Davidson factory. Lancaster has been long noted for its Amish Attractions, it also has the Dutch Wonderland amusement park. There are plenty of activities throughout the area that involves the Revolutionary War and Civil War. Outside the State Close to Northeast Pennsylvania there are many baseball attractions outside of our borders. Cooperstown New York is home to the Hall-Of-Fame. The downtown is loaded with baseball themed shops and restaurants. The immediate area had been featured on the Food Network for its wide variety of unique eateries and wineries. This central New York area has many historic attractions, outdoor activities and is the starting point of the Susquehanna River. Going to the Shore, a night at the ballgame is a great alternative to many of the local tourist traps. A family will spend less at ballgame than it will at many of the mini-golf businesses in the shore areas. The Lakewood Blueclaws are the Single “A’ affiliate of the Phillies, and conveniently located to many of the New Jersey shore points. The Delmarva Shorebirds’ are the Single “A” affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles. They play at Arthur Perdue Stadium, near Salisbury Maryland just 20 minutes from Ocean city Maryland. Perdue stadium is also home to the Eastern shore Hall of Fame. Before game make sure you check out the Salisbury Zoo. It is a free Zoo and is one the great small zoo’s in the country. I hope you enjoyed this brief tour of baseball trips close to home. Needless to say many this is just a small sample. Not mentioned in this article are the Major League Cities of Philadelphia, New York, Baltimore, Washington and Pittsburgh which make for excellent three day vacations to see some sites and see some baseball. Until next month, keep the comments flowing to hardcoalbaseball@yahoo.com and on twitter @hardcoalbasebal

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Lets Talk About Microchips by Dr. Kenneth Trippett, West Hazleton Veterinary Hospital This month I will briefly discuss the advantages and a few misconceptions about microchips in your pet. The biggest misconception is that a microchips does not act as LoJack for your pet. If you are interested in that technology, Tagg does make collars that allow you track your dog. Microchips are not powered and must be read using a special microchip reader. The way they help your pet get home is that most shelters, rescues, and a lot of veterinary offices scan for microchips. Since each microchip has a unique number,

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A Victorian Party by Karen Esak, The Sophia Coxe Foundation & Education Center

Not long ago I discovered this wonderful booklet entitled Social Evening Entertainments, September 1895, published by The Butterick Publishing Company Limited of London and New York. In the booklet are approximately 40 entertainments. All were fascinating and I picked A Geography Party to illustrate a Victorian evening of entertainment. Invitations were very elaborate - a large square envelope with a double disc-shaped card cut from Bristol-board and outlined and tinted in imitation of a world map illustrating the two hemispheres. The card was neatly folded and bore this request: “Please represent some geographical feature or designation, by means of a simple accessory.” As guests arrived, they were given four or five rectangles pieces of card board strung with a silken cord, with a tassel at one end and a small pencil at the other. The guests were instructed to write their interpretations of the various guests geographical representations. Now Victorians were over the top in house

decorations, but were very demure when it came to dress, so the clues would be reserved. For example a slip of worn in place of the boutonniere with the word “Ja'i faim” which was immediately guessed as Hungary. A gentleman wore a odd head covering known as a fez which represented Morocco. The pyramids in miniature coroneted a fair maiden's tresses, while a red stick thrust through a brunette's locks meant Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Another maiden's coiffure was decked with a trio of pert yellow birds, gracefully hinting the Canary Islands. A bookish young woman had a small hub hanging from her girdle, while two other New England cities appeared alphabetically, the one, Lowell being represented by a fat short L and the other, Salem, by a small sail with mast and rigging complete. A little vial ticketed “Rough on Cats” humorously typified the Catskills, and as absurd was the literal representation of the famed Indian City of Juggernaut - nothing more nor less than a small jug suspended upside down to prove that it was indeed a “jug o' naught”. There were many more, but I have picked out a few.

The party repaired to the dinning room for the dinner and the printed menu showed: A bay of New York, raw oyster served on half of a North Atlantic island (Ice-land). The condiments: An Ohio town(Lemons); A ferry in Virginia (Pepper) & A lake in Utah (Salt). An island off the coast of Madagascar, deviled Crab; Mid-Pacific islands (Sandwich) & a river of Scotland, Salted Almonds.A bay of Chili and salad -o served with a Cape Verd Island and a cap of Norway (mayo) naze. First part of a Georgia town (Cracker-neck). A west African seaport (Banana) frozen in cream with nuts from a country of S. America (Brazil); a Texas town (Pecan) & a late in Mississippi (Walnuts) After dinner other games took place and very nice prizes were awarded and the hostess was sure that the party was a success from beginning to end.

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JUNE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS & CLASSES Reservations Required - Call Karen For Further Information Sat, Jun 4th - A Garden Party - 10AM to 5PM. The Hazleton Area Garden Club will host “A Garden Party” at the Coxe estate with a herb & perennial plant sale, food court, & A Garden Party ‘Boutique’ with gently used items. Workshops - The ‘Bug Hotel’ for children - all day; dividing perennials at 11AM & Recycling and Repurposed Container Gardening at 2PM, Inside a Victorian Wedding floral exhibition with vintage wedding gowns, gentlemen’s attire, table features & musical instruments will be on display. Sun, Jun 5th- Introduction to Blacksmithing 11-4PM - $50/pp + materials - Lunch Included -No prior experience necessary. This class is designed with the beginner in mind and focus on the basic skills of blacksmithing. Sun, Jun 5th - Introduction to Scrimshaw 11- 4PM - $50/pp - Lunch included. Learn the fine art of Scrimshaw, “the whalers art”, from a time of tall ships and high seas. Taste of Eastern European Food - Jun 11th Sold Out. Sun Jun 12 - $20/pp - Seats available. Discover all the wonderful food that was the staple of the coal mining community. Enjoy a taste of food from the Slavic, Polish & Russian influence to this area. Sat, Jun 18 - Moss Ball Gardening - 2-4PM - $10/pp - Learn how to plant in soil & clay. Sat, Jun 25th - 2 PM - Civil War Reminiscences - $15/pp. Enjoy a cup of tea and desserts as you listen to the reminiscences of the Civil War. Sun, Jun 26th - Blacksmithing Intermediate Class - 11 - 4PM - $50/pp + materials. Tongs n’ Things. Hands on for those with some experience in smithing. Make a pair of pick up tongs for use at the forge. Seating is limited for our events, make your reservation at www.sophiacoxefoundation.com or send check to P.O. Box 235, Drifton, PA 18221. Further information call Karen at 570-926-5427 or 570-956-3881.

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How To Protect Yourself From Identity Theft by COO Francesco Mercuri, CUCE Any sort of identity theft can disrupt your finances, credit history, and reputation. It also takes time, money, and patience to resolve. Often, identity thieves will use a Social Security number, mother's maiden name, date of birth, or account number to open fraudulent new credit card accounts, charge existing credit card accounts, write share drafts, open share accounts, or obtain new loans. CACL Financial is here to help you with some tips to help protect your identity and provide peace of mind. What Steps Can You Take To Prevent Tax Identity Theft? 1. Get an Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) from the IRS. What's an IP PIN? An IP PIN is a six-digit number assigned to eligible taxpayers that helps prevent the misuse of your Social Security number on fraudulent federal income tax returns. You can’t use the IP PIN as your e-file signature PIN. You can learn more about an IP PIN from the IRS. 2. Check your mail and credit union account statements every month. If you discover an account you did not open, balance discrepancy, or a purchase you did not make, contact the financial institution or creditor immediately to report the activity. 3. Monitor your credit reports on an annual basis. The three nationwide credit reporting agencies have set up one website, toll-free telephone number, and mailing address through which you can order your free annual report. To order, visit annualcreditreport.com, call 1-877-322-8228 4. Visit MyCreditUnion.gov. MyCreditUnion.gov and Pocket Cents, NCUA’s financial literacy microsite, offer a wide range of informational articles on finance, fraud prevention, as well as multiple financial tools and resources. Keep up to date with current hot topics on fraud prevention, savings, and debt reduction. Uncovering Tax-Related Identity Theft The IRS uses your Social Security Number (SSN) to make sure your filing is accurate and complete, and that you get any refund you are due. Identity theft can affect how your tax return is processed. An unexpected notice

or letter from the IRS could alert you that someone else is using your SSN; however, the IRS doesn't start contact with a taxpayer by sending an email, text or social media message that asks for personal or financial information. If you get an email that claims to be from the IRS, do not reply or click on any links. Instead, forward it to phishing@irs.gov. If someone uses your SSN to file for a tax refund before you do, the IRS might think you already filed and got your refund. When you file your return later, IRS records will show the first filing and refund, and you’ll get a notice or letter from the IRS saying more than one return was filed for you. If someone uses your SSN to get a job, the employer may report that person’s income to the IRS using your SSN. When you file your tax return, you won’t include those earnings. IRS records will show you failed to report all your income. The agency will send you a notice or letter saying you got wages but didn’t report them. The IRS doesn’t know those wages were reported by an employer you don’t know. Dealing With Tax-Related Identity Theft If you think someone used your SSN for a tax refund or a job, or the IRS sends you a notice or letter indicating a problem, contact the IRS immediately. Specialists will work with you to get your tax return filed, get you any refund you are due, and protect your IRS account from identity thieves in the future. Contact the IRS Identity Protection Specialized Unit at 1-800-908-4490 to report the fraud. Make sure you send a copy of your police report or an IRS ID Theft Affidavit Form 14039 and proof of your identity, such as a copy of your Social Security card, driver’s license or passport. Record the dates you made calls or sent letters and keep copies of letters

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Mall Monthly: Malls Are Only For Shopping, Or So We Think? by Lisa & Rocco If you like to visit the mall, you know it’s more than just a place for shopping. It can be somewhere to hang out with friends, have a bite to eat, watch interesting people, and go to the movies. Because the mall is such a popular spot, there are plenty of ways to have fun, even if you don’t want to spend much money. Families don’t often think about taking young children to the mall for “FUN” that is designed especially for them. Malls are only for shopping, or so we think. The Laurel Mall has changed that idea. In 2014, PLAY ZONE was installed in the North Wing Circle of the mall located in front of Dunham’s Sports. The play area has a nature theme where Kids can climb and slide on a replica oak tree or play on a boat to look for fish on the padded carpet below. The enclosed space has a stationary frog and worm to befriend. Cross over a bridge or slide down the butterfly. Make shopping fun for your little ones – at our mall play zone area! This fun zone is amped up – and sure to cure your little one’s boredom. Let your tykes blow off some steam at this spot that is a hit with parents and kids alike. To enter, Kids must be under 42 inches tall and NO shoes allowed on in the PLAY ZONE area. In addition, we would like to extend an

invitation to businesses and entrepreurs for our perimeter advertising around the PLAY ZONE that can reach thousands with families while young children explore and play at the mall. Your message can be placed on a 3’x4’ panel around the perimeter of our PLAY ZONE. We are pleased to announce that our local newspaper, The Standard Speaker, has partnered with the Laurel Mall as the main sponsorship. Their archway display will be created and installed at the entrance of the PLAY ZONE in the next few months. If you wish to partner with the Laurel Mall to provide your target audience with the ultimate in advertising, contact us at 570-454-2100. We look forward to working with you and your company, learning your needs and surpassing your expectations! Coming Fall of 2016 … we are pleased to welcome Pannos Philadelphia Cheesesteaks to our Laurel Mall!

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How many days do you not have any idea what to make for dinner? Hummmm… barbequed beef sounds good, but something like that takes time to blend those deep, rich flavors, and it’s just too late to start something like that. Maybe you think hoagies would work. Or, you could really go for a juicy sausage and pepper sandwich, then remember that one of the kids will not eat anything that comes between a top and bottom of bread. Ok, we’ll settle for pizza, but some in the family like pizza with pepperoni and the others only eat it plain. With all these ideas flooding your mind, by this time, you don’t feel like cooking at all! Well, if this happens the weekend of September 17th and 18th, you have no worries! You can please every appetite in the family at the Hazleton UNICO 9th Annual Bell’ Italia Festival at Hazle Township Community Park, Hazle Township, PA. Food vendors will be ready to serve you a myriad of food choices including delicious

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Black Diamond Writers' Network Public Speaking Presentation June 18th Do you panic when talking in front of a crowd? Does your heart beat faster and your mouth becomes dry? You even forget the words you want to say. If so, join the Black Diamond Writers' Network on Saturday, June 18, 2016, 10:00a.m. to 12noon, at the Tamaqua Public Library. Don't allow the self doubt, lack of confidence and fear keep you from reaching your goals. Learn how to improve your public speaking skills and stay within you confort zone.

Our presentation will be given by two members of the Kutztown Area Toastmasters, Anne Franke and Joe Zuk. The Toastmasters is a highly respected training ground for professionals and general public to improve their public speaking skills. Franke, a founding member and mentor, currently holds a certification in Personal Training and Zuk, President, recently achieved his CC (Competent Communicator Manual). The BDWN monthly meeting is free and

opened to the public. All writers and book lovers are welcomed. The meeting will be at the Tamaqua Public Library, 30 S. Railroad Street, Tamaqua. For more information, call Kathy Ruff, 570-645-3059 or visit www. tamquapubliclibrary.com.

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29. Whinny 30. Haberdashery item (2 wd) 31. Someone from Machu Picchu 35. "___ on Down the Road" 36. Eyelet creator 38. Embrace 39. Addition 40. Without professional help (acronym) 43. But 44. Almost 45. Brat 46. Do the Wright thing 47. Freshman, probably 48. Old Roman port 51. Certain surgeon's "patient" 52. "___ of Eden" 54. In doubt 55. Black shade 56. Cornstarch brand 57. Black cat, maybe 60. "My boy"

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Community Calendar June 2016 June 1 AFSCME 8701 will meet at Bonanza on Wednesday, June 1 at noon for lunch and meeting at 1pm. New members are welcome.

6 to 8pm at the Ringtown Area Library, 132 W. Main Street in Ringtown. The event is $40 per person. Tickets now available at the library. Small plate foods prepared by local restaurants. Taste local, national & international wines plus non-alcoholic beverages for June 4 all guests! For information, email ringtownFrackville Area Classic Car and Bike Show, library@epix.net, call 570-889-5503 or visit Saturday, June 4, from 2 to 6pm. (Rain the library. Date Sunday, June 5). No judging, just admiring. Commemorative Dash Plaques to June 5 the first 150 registered. Pre-Registration by May 25...$l0.00; Registration on day of Community Bible Fellowship, 458 West show..$15.00. Relax and enjoy Doo-Wop Spruce Street, Hazleton (corner of James & Music of the 50's and 60's. Food and drinks Spruce) invites you to a “Free Hot Lunch” on available to purchase. Proceeds to benefit Sunday June 5th from 12 to 2pm or until the Frackville Downtown Street Lamps Project food runs out. Come enjoy a hot meal, someand the Community Swimming Pool Project. thing sweet and great company! Open to the Assembly and Registration, corner of Frack public. Eat in only, please. We look forward Street & Lehigh Avenue (watch for signs). to seeing you all!! We also welcome you to Show Cars & Bikes Parking on Lehigh Av- attend our worship service every Sunday at enue in the Center of Town. 10:45am, adult Sunday school at 10am. Every Wednesday we offer Prayer at 6pm, Bible West Penn Township Lions Club Chicken Study at 7pm. For more information, call BBQ, Saturday, June 4 from 12 to 5pm at 570-790-3753. West Penn Community Park, Zion Stone Church Road in New Ringgold. Meal in- Join us for our monthly breakfast Sunday, cludes: 1/2 BBQ Chicken, roll, vegetable, June 5 from 8am to 12noon at Good Shepapplesauce, pickled cabbage, baked potato, herd Church, 87 S. Hunter Highway in dessert and drink for $8.50. Ham dinners Drums. Menu will include eggs (any style), are also available. Eat in or take out. Rain or bacon, ham & sausage (choice of two), panshine. Entertainment throughout the day. cakes, potatoes, toast, fresh fruit, yogurt, assorted pastries & beverages. Adults - $7, Women’s Club of Mountain Top Annual Yard Children 4 to 12 - $3, & 3 and under are free. Sale and Craft/Vendor Fair, Saturday, June 4 form 8am to 2pm at Christ United Method- June 7 & 8 ist Church, 175 S. Main Road in Mountain Rummage Sale, Tuesday, June 7 from 9am Top. to 3pm and Wednesday, June 8 from 9am to Ringtown Area Library 40th Anniversary 12noon at Holy Rosary Church, 240 S. Popcontinued on page 38 Wine & Food Gala, Saturday, June 4 from

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13th Anniversary National Trails Day Hike & Bike, Saturday, June 11 from 11am to 2pm at the Hazleton Rails To Trails, Route 93 and 424 in Hazleton. This is a free event. Fun for all ages! Events/Activities inclued: Appearance by the Eckley Players, Free bike maintenance and tips, Free bike helmets for children (while supplies last), Imagination Playground sponsored by Hazleton YMCA/YWCA, Free Health Screening sponsored by LVHN, Guided Nature Discovery Walk, Outdoor Show with trail critters, Free Picnic Style Lunch, basket raffle, face painting, entertainment and so much more. For more information, call 570-455-1509. June 15 North Parish Strawberry Festival, Wednesday, June 15 from 6 to 8pm. Holy Apostles’ Church, 307 E. Hancock Street in St. Clair. Strawberries & Ice Cream, Baked Good & Beverage. Tickets - $5.00. For information, call 570-429-7107.

June 18 Black Diamond Writers' Network Public Speaking Presentation, Saturday, June 18 from 10am to 12pm at the Tamaqua Public Library, 30 S. Railroad Street in Tamaqua. Learn how to improve your public speaking skills and stay within you comfort zone. The BDWN monthly meeting is free and opened to the public. For more information, call Kathy Ruff, 570-645-3059 or visit www.tamquapubliclibrary.com. June 22 Strawberry Festival, Wednesday, June 22 from 4 to 6pm at Zion Lutheran Church, Oak & Nice Streets in Frackville. Hot Dog or Barbecue, Chips, Strawberries and Ice Cream, Baked Good. Eat in or take out. Tickets: Adults $8.00, Child (10 & under) - $4.00. For tickets call 570-874-1190. Tickets must be purchased by June 15th. June 25 Black Creek Township Recreational Committee will hold it's Fourth of July Celebration on Saturday, June 25 from 2 to 9pm at the Rock Glen Park. There will be a Car Show 2 to 6pm, DJ 2 to 5:30pm, Band "North of 40" plays 5:30pm to time of fireworks. Food, Games and Fireworks at dusk (approx. 9:15pm). Come out and enjoy the fun! To list your Community Event in our Calendar, please email the event to: editorial@panoramapa.com.

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dogs to chicken, steak, fish or kebabs, having a grill that can do it all is imperative. From portable models you can also use while camping or tailgating to grills built into an outdoor kitchen, there's one to fit every need. Look for grills with features such as a side burner, multiple racks or storage space that make grilling up a full summer menu easier. Serveware with a Purpose Perfect for all of those backyard barbecues, and featuring artwork by PBS cooking show host Jacques Pepin, the Pass the Plate serving platter generates a $5 donation each time an individually numbered platter is passed and registered online. With its fresh and cheery design, this unique serving piece, which is available for $24.95 at Villeroy & Boch stores or by calling 1-888-886-8318, makes sharing even more fun.

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BBQ Turkey “This recipe is awesome paired with a glass of white wine or sangria! Perfect for a summer BBQ with family and friends!” —Beverly Collum Ingredients: 2 cups butter (divided) 1 – 15lb. Turkey, (Remove neck & giblets) 1/4 cup chicken broth 3 Vidalia onions, peeled and cut into wedges 5 Gala Apples cored and cut into wedges 2 tablespoon minced garlic 1 (750 milliliter) Bottle Dry White Wine Directions: Preheat gas grill to low heat. Rub 1/2 of the butter all over the turkey inside and out. Then do the same with the chicken stock. Cut remaining butter into cubes, toss with onions, apples, garlic in a disposable aluminum pan. Stuff the bird with this mixture. Fold turkey skin around neck to cover hole, turn turkey over and pour entire bottle of wine into the opening at the other end until the turkey is full or the bottle is empty.. Set turkey, breast side up in roasting pan. Cover with foil and set on grill. (Close lid) Roast about appx. 4 hours or until internal temp reaches 170. Remove foil, allow to rest for 20 minutes before carving. Enjoy!

Kosher salt black pepper 6 tablespoon olive oil, divided 6 slices center-cut bacon cut into 1/2" pieces 2 garlic cloves, very finely chopped 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 teaspoon firmly packed brown sugar 8 scallions 2 tablespoon fresh marjoram Directions: Heat grill to medium-high. Line a plate with paper towels. Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold salted water by 2 inches. Cover and bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until easily pierced with a knife, 14 to 16 minutes. Drain and let cool. Cut each potato in half. Transfer to a bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove to prepared plate with a slotted spoon. Discard all but 1 tablespoon of bacon drippings from skillet. Off the heat, add garlic, vinegar, and brown sugar to the drippings in the skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Whisk in remaining 4 tablespoons oil. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl. Grill potatoes cut-side down until lightly charred, 2 to 3 minutes. Grill scallions, turning occasionally, until charred, 4 to 6 minutes. Chop scallions into 1-inch pieces. Add potatoes, scallions, and marjoram to bowl with dressing, and toss to coat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with bacon, and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately. Serves 8

Ingredients: Nonstick nonflammable cooking spray 1/2 cup butter ½ extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup minced fresh flat leaf parsley ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 8 ears corn, shucked and cut in half Heavy-duty aluminum foil Directions: Spray a grill rack with nonstick nonflammable cooking spray. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, 350 to 400 degrees F. Beat the butter, olive oil, parsley, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper in a shallow baking dish with a fork until smooth. Roll each ear of corn in butter mixture to coat. Wrap the corn in heavy-duty aluminum foil. Grill, turning frequently, until the corn is tender, 18 to 20 minutes. Serve immediately. Frozen Sangria Slushies Serves 10-12 “Cool off with Frozen Sangria Slushies! There's no need to wait hours while your fruit soaks in red wine, when you can blend it all up with brandy, orange liqueur, and cinnamon in just a few seconds. You'll love this refreshing twist on the classic cocktail! —Patty Collum Grilled Potato Salad Ingredients: with Bacon Vinaigrette 16 ounces red wine Ingredients: 4 ounces brandy 3 lb. baby Yukon gold potatoes, washed and 4 ounces triple sec orange liqueur dried 6 cups frozen fruit (I used peaches, pineap-

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ples, and mixed berries) 1 orange sliced & halved for garnish a pinch of ground cinnamon Directions: Place all the ingredients in a blender and puree. Place in freezer for about 2 hours of until desired consistency. Scoop into glasses, garnish with orange slice. Enjoy! Makes approximately 6 servings.

fully whisk in the butter. It will bubble. Keep whisking until the bubbles stop. Add the cream, whisking until the caramel is smooth, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in the rum, salt, and vanilla. FOR GRILLED PEACHES: Heat your grill to medium-high heat. In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon and sugar. Brush the cut-side of the peaches with the oil. Place (over direct heat) on the grill, cut side down, for about 3 minutes. Rotate 90 degrees, and cook for 3 more minutes. Meanwhile, brush the tops with the oil. Turn the peaches over and move to in-direct heat. Sprinkle cut sides with cinnamon sugar. Cover grill and cook until sugar is melted and fruit is tender, about 10 to 12 minutes. Remove and place on platter. Pour Caramel Sauce over the top. Great with vanilla or butter pecan ice cream! Serves 6-8

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The Pest Rangers Earns Mark Of Excellence In Pest Management Hanover Twp, PA • 5/15/2015— The Pest Rangers, a pest management company with 8 years in business in Hazle Twp., PA, has earned the QualityPro Certification, the mark of excellence in pest management. Becoming a QualityPro Certified company means that The Pest Rangers has taken extraordinary steps to ensure that consumers can rely on us. From running criminal background checks on all of our employees to using environmentally sound integrated pest management practices, QualityPro Certified companies are committed to providing con-

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sumers with the highest possible services. “Becoming QualityPro Certified was important to me, because I strive to offer consumers the best in pest management,” said Jeff King. “This designation offers consumers solid proof of the thoroughness and quality of my company’s services.” QualityPro Certified companies have met qualifications built around four key principles: Business Operations, Consumer Relations, Environmental Stewardship and Technician Training. These qualifications include employing only highly trained, credentialed employees; offering a clear, easy-to-understand warranty and termite service agreement; maintaining a drug-free workplace; advertising truthfully and ethically; and maintaining an up-to-date insurance policy. The Pest Rangers is proud to be serving our community as a QualityPro Certified company. For more information about how we can serve you better, contact us at 570-501-1155. QualityPro is the mark of excellence in pest management. This certification program is increasing the professionalism of the industry through self-regulation; stimulating consumer demand through increased confidence and a higher public perception of industry professionalism; and providing marketing opportunities to participating companies by recognizing commitment to excellence and higher performance standards. For more information, visit www.qualitypro.org.

Tips For Safer Gardening by Mary Ann Miller, Master Gardener When we retired and moved to our present home with its sunnier and larger yard, I was very happy to be able to grow more flowers and vegetables. We expanded our planting areas and added new ones. As the years have passed, however, we find the care of our yard and garden more onerous. Gradually, we are developing easier and safer ways of caring for our plants. As the official summer season begins, I’d like to share with you a few of the safety measures we’ve learned. Before working in the garden, make sure you are well rested and hydrated. Stretching exercises or even a walk through the garden before beginning your chores will help your body prepare for more serious exertion. Vary the type of work you do to avoid overtaxing particular muscles and body parts. For example, if you need to kneel and weed your garden, alternate that effort with something for which you can stand or sit. Keep your heavy work periods short to allow time for your body to rest and recuperate. I have learned that “working through” the tiredness to complete a task often results in the need for extended rest so that I actually accomplish less by working longer. Shorter, more frequent work in the garden is easier, more effective and more satisfying. Also, the chance of falling or injuring yourself is much greater when you are over-tired. Summer means heat, and that can be brutal when you are working in full sun. On a hot summer day, the thermometer in our vegetable garden has registered 100º as early as 9 am. No wonder gardening can be exhausting! It really pays to do your gardening in the early morning and evening hours to avoid the excessive heat. Sun protection is also important. Use a good sun blocking cream and wear a wide-brimmed hat. Sun protection clothing is also available and very important for those especially sensitive to sun. Be aware that many medications increase the danger of exposure to sun and necessitate taking extra precautions. Protect your eyes by wearing sunglasses when outdoors. Observe your working area carefully to avoid obstacles which may cause you to fall or suffer

injury. Watch out for tree roots, uneven ground, and tools left lying about as you work. Tying colorful vinyl tape on tools makes them easier to see and makes it less likely that you’ll trip over them or to forget to put them away. If you have raised beds as we do, provide adequate paths between the beds to ease movement. Our paths are narrow and require extra care when navigating them. In the future we hope to widen them for safety and to make our work easier. Be careful when lifting. Test the weight of an object before picking it up. Lift close to your body, using your legs rather than your back. Use a wheelbarrow or garden cart when moving heavy objects. Avoid twisting your body. Turn fully when necessary so that you do not strain yourself.

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use them in a more upright fashion, thus easing the pressure on your back as you work. When kneeling, use a plumber’s mat or knee pads to protect your knees from injury. Garden stools are a wonderful asset. I use mine whenever I harvest beans or other lowlying vegetables to avoid bending or kneeling as I work. I am even able to do some sowing and weeding from the comfort of my stool. Most important, if I am working on my knees, the stool provides needed support for getting back to an upright position. Garden stools come in a variety of forms. I favor the molded style because it is sturdier and more useful for my purposes. Other gardeners prefer those that can be folded for easy storage. Almost all stools can be used either as a seat or turned over and used for kneeling. Finally, if you wish to be safe when you garden, take your cell phone or a whistle with you. If you suffer a fall or other accident and need assistance, it may be hard to get someone’s attention by shouting for help. There may be no one outside close enough to hear your call, especially if lawn mowers and other power tools are being used nearby. Gardening is wonderful exercise and a great way of enjoying the outdoors, but it is important to be safe while working.

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Blacktop Sealing By Hand by Bruce Schlauch, Advanced Lawn Specialties Why bother sealing asphalt driveways? As water permeates cracks in the material and settles down at the base, the strength of the base is compromised, resulting in the formation of potholes. Cracks filled with water are also an open invitation in the North to damage from freezing. Even in warm climates, grass can begin to grow up through cracks on the edges of the surface. Damage from ultraviolet rays and oil/ gas spills are other good reasons for sealing asphalt driveways. Most driveways will have at least a few cracks, which must be repaired before you apply an asphalt sealer. It's important to repair all cracks, even the smallest ones. If you don't, they'll only grow wider and longer over time. If the driveway has areas where the pavement

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Make The Cool Choice For Room AC Savings (NAPS)—Keeping your home cool and comfortable in warm weather doesn’t have to get you hot under the collar when you get your energy bills. Consider a new ENERGY STAR® certified room air conditioner for comfort and energy savings and to help protect the climate. Here are four ways you save: • Save Money—ENERGY STAR room air conditioners use 10 percent less energy and, on average, cost less than $70 to run each year. • Save the Environment—New ENERGY STAR room air conditioners come with higher-quality insulation materials. That improves comfort and savings by creating a better seal of the area between the unit and the window opening. • Save Time—Some new ENERGY STAR room air conditioners even come with smart functionality, offering you greater control over your comfort and energy savings. They let you turn off the unit while you’re away from home, using your phone or computer, or schedule changes to temperature settings based on your needs. You can also get feedback on how much energy your unit uses. • Save Energy—To get the most energy savings with your ENERGY STAR room air conditioner, be sure to properly size and install it. Match the area in your home to be cooled with the BTU capacity needed to ensure you’re getting the right-sized unit. Be sure to closely follow the installation instructions that come with the unit. For information on ENERGY STAR certified room air conditioners, including rebates and other special offers, visit www.energystar. gov/roomac.

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Advantages Of A Ductless Cooling And Heating System by The Experts at S.J. Kowalski Most people have heard of ductless cooling and heating systems. And they have probably seen the small, indoor units installed high on walls in homes, restaurants or office buildings. But what do you really know about these systems? They offer a highly flexible option to traditional heat pumps and central air conditioning systems which force cooled and heated air through ducts while ductless systems deliver air directly into specific zones. Sometimes referred to as mini-split systems, multi-split systems, or split-ductless systems, they are comprised of a small outdoor unit and one or more indoor units

that require nothing more than mounting capabilities and access to electricity. Ductless cooling and heating offers home and business owners a cost effective way to replace inefficient window units, space heaters and electric baseboard heaters. They can be installed in home additions, new construction, condominiums and apartments, or to improve temperature control in specific rooms. Ductless systems can even be an option for buildings that currently use ducted forced-air systems. They save you money. One of the biggest reasons why homeowners switch to ductless cooling and heating is overall cost savings. In recent

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as well. Scheduling an oil change at the beginning of the summer season is a good idea. Remember, oil is not only a lubricant but also acts to cool the vital engine parts. • Tire Inflation Pressure—All tires should be inflated according to the manufactures recommended pressure. Most accidents involving tire blowouts are due to improper air pressure. To find out where the right pressure is you can look for the decal on the inside of the driver’s side door or also in your owners’ manual. Remember, a properly inflated tire will also save you gas! • Battery—Believe it or not, batteries normally fail in the summer months due to the hot weather. Check the age of the battery and if it is older than 5 years it is probably a good time to replace it. Also clean all the corrosion off of the battery terminals. • Belts And Hoses—Weather can wreak havoc on your belts and hoses. Check the condition of your coolant hoses by squeezing them to feel for soft spots which indicate a worn out hose. By twisting the belt or belts you may see any signs of cracks, distortions, worn spots or failure. Summer is not the time to be stranded on the highway because of a busted radiator hose or a torn belt. • Brakes—The braking system is obviously an important part of maintenance but is one of the most neglected. Most motorists can handle the task of checking brake lining and brake fluid with common hand tools. Otherwise, have the brakes system checked at a qualified repair shop. This is especially true if you are planning on traveling this summer. • Windshield wiper blades—Powerful summer storms can dump a lot of water and make visibility near zero. The extreme temperature changes from the winter season wreak havoc on the wiper blades by causing cracks and tears that can lower the effectiveness of the wipers. If your wipers are leaving visible streaks or take several passes to clear away light rain, they need to be replaced. Remember that it is important to maintain your automobile. The items mentioned are just a small part of what should be a thorough maintenance schedule for your automobile. Keeping your car safe, reliable and fuel efficient through proper maintenance will ensure an enjoyable summer driving season. Happy Motoring!

Pamper Your Ride (NAPS)—Whether your car is a classic or brand new, keeping it clean and maintained will give you great pride and impress those around you. • After all, an automobile is one of the biggest investments you can make, yet as soon as you drive it off the lot, it starts depreciating. A little care, however, can extend your car’s life, beauty and value. To help, there’s a new Automotive Appearance Care Line from 303 Products that provides a variety of ways to improve your car inside and out, including: • Superior protection from the harmful effects of UV rays. The Protectant brightens all vinyl, rubber and plastic to keep it looking new, longer; helps prevent fading and cracking; repels dust, lint and staining; and dries with a non-greasy finish. For added convenience, it also comes in a wipe. • To keep plastic trim looking like new, the Trim Restorer & Protectant also helps restore the original luster of the plastic trim, provides UV protection, and repels dirt, dust and grime. • The Speed Detailer instantly shines and protects clear coat, fiberglass, plastic, chrome and glass. It blocks the sun’s harmful rays, helps protect against fading and keeps the vehicle looking clean between washes. • For a glossy showroom shine, grab the Quick Wax, which gently cleans and protects paint. You’ll get a longer-lasting shine and UV protection that lasts up to 30 days, helping to prevent color fading. It contains carnauba wax and is 100 percent silicone free. • If you have a convertible top, the Tonneau Cover & Convertible Top Cleaner is great to help brighten both hard and soft surfaces and remove tough stains...and it rinses residue free. • For leather, there’s the three-in-one complete Leather care solution that cleans, conditions and protects. It’s safe on all finished leather and vinyl and helps prevent fading and cracking; reduces dust, lint and staining; and is a rinsefree formula—just spray it on and wipe it off. All these products are available under the 303 Products brand and come from Gold Eagle Co., an industry pioneer in products that help preserve, protect and enhance the performance of autos everywhere. The new products are available at select retailers, including AutoZone, Advance Auto Parts and Amazon. For further facts and tips, go to www.303automotive.com, www.Facebook.com/303products, @GoldEagleHelp or call (800) 621- 1251.

Keep Track Of Open Recalls (NAPS)—If you’re like most people, car safety and performance are important to you. But you might be surprised to hear that over 47 million vehicles have unfixed safety recalls—vehicles you might be sharing the road with or driving yourself. Alarmingly, family-oriented vehicles like SUVs and minivans are the least-often fixed. An auto recall usually occurs when the manufacturer or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration finds that a car has a defect or fails to meet federal safety standards. While repeated attempts are made to reach the owners, the stats suggest that people aren’t well-enough informed about recalls, and may not know where to start. To help you stay informed, you can use the free myCarfax.com service to get e-mails or text alerts about current and future recalls on your car.

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Drive Safer At Any Age Using The Top Vehicle Technologies (BPT) - New technologies are responsible for many of the advances, comforts and conveniences of modern life, from the smartphone to wearable items such as "smart" wristwatches and eyeglasses. That's no different in the car, where new technology is helping people drive more safely. While cars today may not look much different from previous model years, the latest technology is helping save lives. One in five injury crashes could be prevented or reduced if all passenger vehicles were equipped with specific types of technology, according to a study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

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Enhancing vehicle safety In the past, safety features were geared toward protecting drivers and passengers during a crash. Now, newer vehicle technologies have the potential to prevent a collision altogether. Many are already on the market, including: • Blind-spot warning systems w a r n drivers of objects Top technologies among in blind mature drivers spots, espeDrivers ages 50 to 69, according to a cially while new study from The Hartford and the MIT c h a n g i n g AgeLab, are most willing to adopt the followlanes and ing vehicle technologies: 1) blind-spot warn-

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Nearing Retirement? Time To Get Focused by John J. Beltrami, Financial Advisor at Janney Montgomery Scott LLC If you're within 10 years of retirement, you've probably spent some time thinking about this major life change. The transition to retirement can seem a bit daunting, even overwhelming. If you find yourself wondering where to begin, the following points may help you focus. Reassess your living expenses A step you will probably take several times between now and retirement--and maybe several more times thereafter--is thinking about how your living expenses could or should change. For example, while commuting and dry cleaning costs may decrease, other budget items such as travel and health care may rise. Try to estimate what your monthly expense budget will look like in the first few years after you stop working. And then continue to reassess this budget as your vision of retirement becomes reality. Consider all your income sources Next, review all your possible sources of income. Chances are you have an employer-sponsored retirement plan and maybe an IRA or two. Try to estimate how much they could provide on a monthly basis. If you are married, be sure to include your spouse's retirement accounts as well. If your employer provides a traditional pension plan, contact the plan administrator for an estimate of your monthly benefit amount. Do you have rental income? Be sure to include that in your calculations. Is there a chance you may continue working in some capacity? Often retirees find that they are able to consult, turn a hobby into an income source, or work part-time. Such income can provide a valuable cushion that helps retirees postpone tapping their investment accounts, giving them more time to potentially grow. Finally, don't forget Social Security. You can get an estimate of your retirement benefit at the Social Security Administration's website, ssa. gov. You can also sign up for a my Social Security account to view your online Social Security Statement, which contains a detailed record of your earnings and estimates of retirement, survivor, and disability benefits. Manage taxes As you think about your income strategy, also consider ways to help minimize taxes in retirement. Would it be better to tap taxable or taxdeferred accounts first? Would part-time work result in taxable Social Security benefits? What about state and local taxes? A qualified tax professional can help you develop an appropriate strategy.

Pay off debt, power up your savings Once you have an idea of what you’re possible expenses and income look like, it's time to bring your attention back to the here and now. Draw up a plan to pay off debt and power up your retirement savings before you retire. • Why pay off debt? Entering retirement debtfree--including paying off your mortgage--will put you in a position to modify your monthly expenses in retirement if the need arises. On the other hand, entering retirement with mortgage, loan, and credit card balances will put you at the mercy of those monthly payments. You'll have less of an opportunity to scale back your spending if necessary. • Why power up your savings? In these final few years before retirement, you're likely to be earning the highest salary of your career. Why not save and invest as much as you can in your employer-sponsored retirement savings plan and/or you’re IRAs? Aim for the maximum allowable contributions. And remember, if you're 50 or older, you can take advantage of catch-up contributions, which allow you to contribute an additional $6,000 to your employer-sponsored plan and an extra $1,000 to your IRA in 2016.

Janney Montgomery Scott LLC Financial Advisors are available to discuss the suitability and risks involved with various products and strategies presented. We will be happy to provide a prospectus, when available, and other information upon request. Please note that the information provided includes reference to concepts that have legal, accounting and tax implications. It is not to be construed as legal, accounting or tax advice, and is provided as general information to you to assist in understanding the issues discussed. Neither Janney Montgomery Scott LLC nor its Financial Advisors (in their capacity as Financial Advisors) give tax, legal, or accounting advice. We would urge you to consult with your own attorney and/or accountant regarding the application of the information contained in this letter to the facts and circumstances of your particular situation. Janney Montgomery Scott LLC, is a full-service investment firm that is a member of the NYSE, FINRA & SIPC.

Account for health care Finally, health care should get special attention as you plan the transition to retirement. As you age, the portion of your budget consumed by health-related costs will likely increase. Although Medicare will cover a portion of your medical costs, you'll still have deductibles, copayments, and coinsurance. Unless you're prepared to pay for these costs out of pocket, you may want to purchase a supplemental insurance policy. In 2015, the Employee Benefit Research Institute reported that the average 65-year-old married couple would need $213,000 in savings to have at least a 75% chance of meeting their insurance premiums and out-of-pocket health care costs in retirement. And that doesn't include the cost of long-term care, which Medicare does not cover and can vary substantially depending on where you live. For this reason, you might consider a long-term care insurance policy. These are just some of the factors to consider as your prepare to transition into retirement. Breaking the bigger picture into smaller categories may help the process seem a little less daunting. Call for a complimentary financial review @ (570) 455-6301. Visit my website at www.johnbeltrami.com.

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Cervical Cancer Screening Updates Our Expert Discusses What You Need To Know by Sidney Stevens, Lehigh Valley Health Network At your next yearly gynecologic exam, you may notice some changes in the recommended guidelines for cervical cancer screenings. The biggest change – many women will no longer need an annual Pap smear. A Pap collects cells from your cervix to detect precancerous abnormalities so that intervention can occur early. Also new is the addition of an HPV test for middle-aged women as a co-test to your Pap smear. “The new recommendations from the American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology were partly created because women without HPV have an extremely low lifetime risk for developing cervical cancer, and may not need such frequent screening,” says obstetrician/gynecologist Jill Snyder, DO, with LVPG Gynecology–Health Center at Mountain Top. Here’s a breakdown: • Women under age 21 don’t need a Pap smear or HPV test, even if they are sexually active. That’s because cervical cancer is rare at this age, and dysplasia usually disappears by itself. • Women ages 21-29 should have a Pap smear alone every three years. • Women ages 30 to 65 should have a Pap smear plus an HPV test every five years (called co-testing) or a Pap test alone every three years. Co-testing offers extra vigilance and is preferred because dysplasia doesn’t clear up as quickly as women age. • Women ages 65 and older don’t need any screening if they’ve had three normal Pap smears in a row or two consecutive normal

HPV tests within the last decade and no history of moderate or severe dysplasia within the last 20 years. Women who have had hysterectomies don’t need screening if they don’t have a cervix and no history of moderate or severe dysplasia, cervical cancer or uterine cancer. What else do I need to know? The new guidelines apply only to women with no history of dysplasia, cervical cancer or immune-system disorders. If you’ve had these problems, you will likely need more frequent screening. Either way, follow your doctor’s recommendations. “Cervical cancer is easily treated if caught early,” Snyder says. Continue getting your yearly gynecologic exam. You may not need annual cervical cancer screening, but don’t forgo your annual mammogram and manual pelvic and breast exams. “A yearly well-woman visit is about everything we do for your health, such as additional screening exams and discussing what’s going on in your life and how you’re feeling,” Snyder says. Next Step Learn more about care at the new Health Center at Mountain Top. Visit LVHN.org/ hazleton/mountaintop.

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8 Ways to Keep Your Brain Healthy and Sharp (Family Features) The brain is the body's most complex organ. It's also the most important one. That's why keeping it healthy is critical, especially as you age. Every day, scientists are discovering how closely our minds and bodies are connected. As it turns out, the things that you do to keep your body and heart healthy may also be good for your brain. Incorporate these eight healthy habits and activities into your daily life to help you optimize brain health and stay sharp in the years ahead. • Get Moving—Physical activity is good for your health at every age. Studies show being active is associated with a lower risk of brain issues. Whether it's nightly walks, playing with the grandkids or taking your favorite yoga class, find an activity that meets your needs and gets your heart pumping for at least 30 minutes every day. • Eat to Thrive—The antioxidants in nutrient-dense foods like berries, broccoli and legumes, including some fats such as olive oil, may lower some risks to your brain. Try eating a healthy, low-fat, low-cholesterol diet with lots of vitamin-rich fruits and vegetables, as well as whole grains such as oatmeal and brown rice. • Know Your Blood Pressure—High blood pressure can have serious effects on your brain health. If your blood pressure is high, get it under control. It may help reduce some risks to your brain. • Drink Moderately—How the body handles alcohol can change with age. Some older adults can feel "high" without increasing the amount of alcohol they drink. This can make them more likely to become confused or have accidents. So limit the amount of alcohol you drink - or don't drink it at all. • Get a Good Night's Sleep—Poor sleep, or inadequate sleep, due to issues such as insomnia or sleep apnea, doesn't just leave you feeling tired. It can have serious physical effects and can impact memory and thinking, too. Get comfy and go to bed. Seven to eight hours is a good night's rest. • Discover a New Talent—When you learn new things, you engage your brain. Try something you haven't done before - learning French, ballroom dancing or carpentry, for example. Challenging your brain on a regular basis is fun and beneficial. • Stay Connected—Science has shown that

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New Life After Stroke: Rehab Helps Carl Johnson Make Amazing Strides by Richard Laliberte, Lehigh Valley Health Network Imagine waking up unable to talk or walk. Carl Johnson, 57, doesn’t have to imagine. It happened to him in November 2012. His trouble began a day earlier on a jobsite. “I was up on a scaffold when suddenly I didn’t feel good,” says Johnson, an independent contractor with a masonry company. Coworkers helped him off the scaffold and asked if he wanted them to call his wife, Rosita. Johnson figured nothing serious was wrong and opted to drive home. Rosita encouraged him to go to the hospital, but Johnson, concerned about getting to work the next day, just wanted to rest. By morning, he was debilitated. “I was paralyzed on my left side,” Johnson says. After rushing to a Wilkes-Barre hospital, he was diagnosed with an ischemic stroke, in which an artery blockage deprives the brain of blood and oxygen. Doctors stabilized him, but Johnson’s brain had already been damaged. Care going forward would focus on rehabilitation to restore as much function as possible.

For rehab, Johnson turned to the Gunderson Center for Inpatient Rehabilitation–Hazleton. “When we first saw him, his left arm was completely flaccid, and his left leg had limited muscle tone or voluntary control,” says physiatrist Ammar Abbasi, MD, who saw Johnson inside the center. “He couldn’t walk more than three feet even with support.” Johnson also had trouble with memory, thinking and attention. “It was a major stroke,” says Abbasi, who also practices at LVPG Physiatry–Health & Wellness Center. In acute rehab, doctors and therapists worked to help Johnson improve his activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming and staying safe. Physical therapy helped build balance, improve range of motion and strengthen muscles. Occupational therapy helped his body relearn how to perform daily essential activities and functions. Speech therapy worked on speech and ensured that Johnson could control muscles while eating.

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“With therapy, weak areas of the brain start to strengthen, and the brain develops new pathways and connections,” Abbasi says. “After about four weeks of acute rehab, Carl was actually walking and had some good recovery.” Johnson went home under Rosita’s devoted care, and continued working with Abbasi. “Coming home was frustrating for Carl because he really had to come to terms with what he still couldn’t do,” Rosita says. At one point, the dead weight of his arm pulled the limb out of its socket. “But he’s a fighter, and we’re both determined people,” Rosita says. She credits Johnson’s struggles with drawing them closer. “Eventually, something good comes out of things, and we have to see what that is,” Rosita says. One struggle was controlling muscles that almost literally had a mind of their own. While damage from the stroke prevented some muscles from activating, it prevented others from relaxing. “If the brain doesn’t inhibit muscles, they start to contract by themselves,” Abbasi says. Called spasticity, the condition causes fingers, wrists and elbows to contort, causing tightness that can impair range of motion. Abbasi gave Johnson muscle relaxant medication along with injections of BOTOX®, a toxin that can temporarily paralyze selected troublesome muscles, making therapy and stretching easier. But Abbasi also felt Johnson could benefit from chiropractic care. “I treated Carl with stretching, exercise and manipulation to break apart adhesions, stop contractures and improve range of motion,” says chiropractor Daniel Gavio, DC, with LVPG Chiropractic Medicine–Health & Wellness Center. Both the Johnsons and Abbasi say Gavio has been instrumental in helping Carl restore function. “Not all chiropractors get involved with mobilization,” Abbasi says. “Dan is really good at that.” To help further his recovery, Johnson began gardening at home. Then he moved to a farm on 100 acres in Palmerton, where today he walks two miles around the property daily and handles chores such as mowing the grass and feeding the chickens. “The manual labor is great therapy,” he says. “My wife and I appreciate our life and blessings more because we see how life can change in the blink of an eye. I’m doing great.”

Cataracts-Not Just For The Elderly by Dr. Alexandra Wasmanski, OD In the United States, more than 20.5 million people over the age of 40 have cataracts, one of the most curable causes of vision loss. A cataract is a change in the natural lens of the eye. The lens becomes cloudy and less flexible, making it more difficult to see properly. A person might experience difficulty with night vision, sensitivity to glare, or a fading of colors. Although age is the most common cause of cataracts, it is not the only culprit. Certain medications have been proven to cause cataract formation. Most common among these are corticosteroids, such as prednisone, which patients may be using to decrease inflammation in the body. Also, antipsychotics such as phenothiazine are a known source. Systemic disease is a main contributor to developing cataracts. People with diabetes tend to develop cataracts earlier and more quickly than others. Wilson’s disease may result in a “sunflower” cataract that is redbrown in color. Also, hypocalcemia, myotonic dystrophy, and Down syndrome may

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Managing Cancer As A Chronic Illness According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the leading national public health institute of the United States, people are living longer after a cancer diagnosis. The CDC reports that there are currently nearly 14 million Americans living with cancer and that about two out of every three people with cancer live at least five years after diagnosis. Cancer survivors are living longer after diagnosis because of advances in early detection and treatment, and improvements in medical and other health care services. Though cancer continues to be the secondleading cause of death in the U.S., it increasingly is becoming a chronic illness that can be treated and lived with, rather than a death sentence. Because of the significant advances made in cancer care, now even when a cure is not possible, many cancers can be controlled and managed for long periods of time. Many physicians and practitioners consider patients being treated for some types of cancer as living with a chronic condition. However, these patients require ongoing therapy or medicine to control their condition, much like people with diabetes or high blood pressure. Some cancer types, such as ovarian cancer, leukemia, and some lymphomas, can be closely watched and treated, but sometimes they never completely go away. They can be a chronic or ongoing illness. Sometimes cancers that have spread or have come back in other parts of the body, like metastatic breast or prostate cancer, also become chronic cancers. For people living with cancer, the cancer

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This a headline in MD Magazine based on a recently published study (March 2016) which came to the following conclusion: women who sunbathe are likely to live longer than those who avoid the sun. The research revealed that the longer life expectancy among women with active sun exposure habits was directly related to a decrease in heart disease and other serious ailments such as diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and pulmonary diseases. So, how much longer do sun worshippers live? Anywhere from 6 months to two years prompting the study authors to state that avoiding the sun is “a risk factor for death of a similar magnitude as smoking.” In an interview one author concludes: “we know in our population there are three big lifestyle factors that endanger health: smoking, being overweight, and inactivity. Now we know there is a fourth — avoiding sun exposure”. Here is the problem: sun exposure is a causative factor for the majority of skin cancers which, although usually not fatal, require either surgery or radiation therapy. Faced with this inescapable reality, the lead study author issued the following somewhat ambiguous statement: “women should not overexpose themselves to sun, but underexposure may be even more dangerous than people think”. I have no problem recommending some degree of sun exposure for darker skinned individuals. For others, I have major reservations. Anyone with a family or personal history of skin cancer, especially those with fair skin and red hair, should limit unprotected sun exposure as much as possible. The number of new skin cancers diagnosed in the US is staggering and there is no sense further fueling this epidemic.

Hydrate Your Way To A Healthy Summer (Family Features) Staying well-hydrated is especially important during the summer months. In addition to normal body functions, higher temperatures draw more water through perspiration, so consciously replacing your fluid content becomes essential for overall health. "Every system in your body - from reproduction and digestion to circulation, mood and memory - depends on water," said Elizabeth Somer, M.A., R.D., and author of several nutrition and wellness books. However, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 44 percent of adults drink fewer than four cups of water per day (less than half of the recommended eight glasses per day), and in some cases, no water at all. What many people don't realize is that beverages aren't the only way to hydrate your body. In fact, water-dense foods such as watermelon can also boost your hydration. Sweetly flavored, low-calorie watermelon is 92 percent water and offers several nutrients along with the cancer-fighting antioxidant lycopene. Whether eaten out of hand, tossed into a salad or blended in a healthy beverage, there are dozens of delicious ways a healthy serving of watermelon can help hydrate. • Crave-worthy snacks. Thoroughly chill the watermelon then slice, ball or cube it for a quick, refreshing and juicy boost. For kids, cut one-inch slices of the watermelon then use cookie cutters to make fun shapes for snacking. • Frozen treats. Puree watermelon, add chunks of fruit and pour into freezer molds for a sweet way to beat the heat. • Healthy juices. Make a simple Watermelon Juice for a great post-workout snack, or try this flavorful Watermelon Lemonade to put a fresh spin on a summertime favorite. Another option: add watermelon to your favorite fruit shakes or smoothies for a new flavor twist. • Salads and sandwiches. Easily add extra hydration into your regular meals by tossing chunks of watermelon into a salad or layering strips of the fruit on a sandwich or wrap. Find more mouthwatering ideas and recipes at watermelon.org. ver ice.

The Laurels Senior Living Community... “Where our Family of Residents Come First!” June 2016 Springtime Celebrations May is such a magnificent time of year; the beautiful songs of the birds, the flowers in bloom, the extra daylight and breathtaking sunsets. May 1st marked our 13th anniversary of those amazing sunsets from our own backyard. The view is absolutely breathtaking. We are looking forward to enjoying many summer nights on the veranda in our garden. Speaking of our garden, our good friend, Roberta, will be helping us with all of our annual gardening fun! We can’t wait to start planting. Mother’s Day Tea Social We had such a breath taking, sunny day for our annual Mother’s Day Tea Social on May 7th. Our kitchen chef created delicious cookies such as mango/peach thumbprints, cream puffs, lemon cookies, lemon squares and much more. Arranged on beautiful sterling silver trays, we also served a variety of tea and fruit while our residents and family members enjoyed entertainment by our friends, Tony Angelo & Bobby Seamon. Thank you to everyone who joined us, it was a beautiful day! And a special thank you to our moms, who we cherish every day! Laurels Memorial Day Everyone looks forward to Memorial Day Weekend; the “official kickoff to summer”! During our annual Memorial Day ceremony, we will honor our veterans with special surprises and an ice cream social. Hand-made ribbons

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Gum-Chewers Have A Reason To Smile by John J. Della Croce DMD, MAGD, FACD, Della Croce Dental Care In the 1980s, artificial sweeteners in blue and pink packets, diet soda and sugar-free gum set the standard as "healthy" alternatives to sugar. There's another low-calorie sweetener called "xylitol". It has a sweet-as-sugar taste, and studies show that it may help reduce and prevent cavities! Xylitol is a natural sweetener found in plants and fruits. It was approved as a food additive by the Food and Drug Administration in 1986. Many sugar-free gums, mints and toothpastes are sweetened with xylitol. It is equal in sweetness and to sugar, and the granular form can be used in many of the ways that sugar is used, including to sweeten cereals and hot beverages and for baking. How xylitol works Xylitol has been shown to have decaypreventive qualities. Research indicates that xylitol most likely inhibits the growth of Streptococcus mutans, the oral bacteria that causes cavities. Cavities form when plaque – consisting

of oral bacteria – builds up on the teeth and eats into the outer enamel. In the presence of xylitol, bacteria lose the ability to adhere to the tooth. With xylitol use over a period of time, the quality of the bacteria in the mouth changes and fewer decay-causing bacteria survive on tooth surfaces. As a result, less plaque forms on the teeth and the level of acids attacking the tooth surface is lowered. Xylitol is found most often in chewing gum and mints. You should look at the list of ingredients to know if a product contains xylitol. It must be listed as the first ingredient. Chewing gum with xylitol is good for your teeth. So, keep it straight: sucrose sugared gum is bad; xylitol sweetened gum is good.

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Moderation In All Things by John Degenhart, DC When I went to the University of Pittsburgh I loved philosophy class. There I listened to Aristotle’s words that it is wise to do all things in moderation. I remember thinking the more I exercise, the better. Or the more I study, the better. But as my life keeps going, I see the wisdom in his words. If people physically don’t overexert themselves, they don’t get injured. If people emotionally react calmly to life’s stresses, they learn to cope and stay happy in life. But our culture tells us to always reach further, set higher goals and never be content with where you are at. I think it’s fine to work hard, achieve goals and set new goals, but to still do it with moderation. There is a time to work, and a time to play. There is a time to cry and a time to laugh, a time to worry and a time pray. As you read this ask yourself how balanced is your life. Are you working too much and not with family enough? Or are you playing computer games too much and not using the talents God has given you? Push yourself to work hard, yet calm your mind to relax and enjoy life. The art of truly loving every day you have is like a garden. You have to cultivate it. Remove the weeds, nurture the flowers, prune off the dead branches or bad habits in your life. Some people they are over-exercising and they are damaging their knees and their shoulders. They will regret it as they grow older. Yet they push on, it is more of a mental therapy for them. It is not that they have such a great discipline. Their mind cannot shut down. So they damage their body to calm their mind. They would be wiser to sit back, reevaluate how they are living. If they lived with moderation at work, then they would be content with moderation in exercise. I used to walk a mile to campus from my apartment in college. No car, less bills, more peace of mind. Now I work, and take walks in the woods to keep balance. I strive to do all things in moderation. I hope you do also.

Fun Low-Impact Exercises For Seniors by Marlin Duncan, Comfort Keepers A low-impact exercise routine can benefit your health by stretching and strengthening your muscles, reducing stress, preventing injury, and even helps to lower your blood pressure. You should always talk to your doctor before starting any exercise program. Low-impact exercises fall into four categories: endurance, strength, flexibility, and balance. Incorporating all four types of exercise into your routine helps reduce the risk of injury and keeps you from getting bored. There are many low-impact classes for seniors at gyms and senior centers, but you can also exercise at home. Either way, it’s good to enjoy the activities and health benefits while having fun! • Endurance. These exercises increase your heart rate and breathing for an extended period of time. They will make it easier for you to walk farther, faster, or uphill. Start gradually, and work up to 30 minutes each day, if you are physically able. • Strengthening. Strengthening exercises include the use of hand or ankle weights or resistance bands and tubes for home and fitness center exercises. If you don’t have weights or resistance bands, use soup cans or bottles of water for weights. • Flexibility. Flexibility is lost with age, so stretching is important to your health and to maintaining your independence. You can stretch for 10 minutes each day at home. Always stretch after your warm-up to prevent injury during exercise, as well as to increase flexibility, range of motion, and improve your exercise performance. • Balance. Balance exercises reduce the risk of falling and can improve your mobility in just 10 minutes per day. Improve your balance by dancing, bouncing on an exercise ball, or participating in a water aerobics class. If you have mobility or balance issues, some fitness and senior centers offer chair aerobics classes to improve your cardiovascular health and your balance. Here are some great ways to get low-impact exercise: • Walking is one of the best low-impact endurance exercises. It’s not hard to get started, and it's easy enough on the joints that many seniors can keep up a walking routine until very late in life. Be sure to have the right shoes and do stretching after your walk to protect the muscles that you just worked and prevent injury. If you're new to walking, start with a short distance and increase your walks by a few minutes each time until you can walk for 30- to 60-minute stretches. • Swimming relieves stress on your bones and joints, and conditions your whole body as you move through the water. It has a lower risk of injury than many other exercises, and can even

help post-menopausal women avoid bone loss. Water aerobics combines cardiovascular exercise with strength training for a low-impact, fullbody workout. The water's resistance strengthens your muscles as you move. • Yoga fulfills all of the categories of good exercise combining endurance with stretches, strength training, flexibility, and balance. Seniors should start with beginners’ classes or sessions that are specifically geared for them. • Gardening is an enjoyable way to get your daily exercise. Digging in the dirt, watering plants, weeding, and other gardening activities work your muscles. If bending and squatting to pull weeds or dig is too much for you, a gardening stool can help you avoid injuring your back or knees. • Tai chi is a meditative exercise that flows slowly from pose to pose. It improves balance, strength, and flexibility. You can find classes at gyms, community centers, or dedicated tai chi studios. The focus on breathing helps to improve concentration and reduce stress, and the slow, flowing movements tone and stretch muscles — but the biggest benefit for seniors is probably improved

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Is Knee Surgery Effective For Knee Arthritis? by Ting Oh, PT, Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers Summer is finally here and hopefully you are getting out and enjoying the sun playing gold, gardening or just walking. Being outdoors in the sun is great for our soul but sometimes it puts added stress on our knees causing pain especially in people with arthritis. Many people think arthroscopic knee surgery can fix arthritis but can it? Around 650,000 arthroscopic knee surgeries are done each year for arthritis to clean out wear and tear including meniscal tears. Much research has been done over the years on the effectiveness of these surgeries and they show most people would not gain benefits from them versus non-surgical treatments. In fact a study done in 2002 showed it was no more effective than placebo surgery where they made the incisions and did nothing else. This suggests we should look at conservative treatment options before considering surgery such as medication, lifestyle changes and physical therapy. In the latest recommendations from the CDC for people with chronic pain, they recommend staying away from opioids (pain pills) as the risks of side effects outweigh the benefits. There are some natural supplements that have been found to be beneficial including glucosamine. However according to the Chochrane Library, a reputable group that reviews medical research, there is only 1 brand that is effective versus placebo. That brand is called DONA glucosamine (Call for more information). Changing your lifestyle can help especially if you are carrying extra weight. For every step we take, the stress we put through our knee is multiplied by 3. So for every pound we take off, that is 3lbs less we are placing through our knees. Physical therapy has been found by the research to be as effec-

tive in relieving pain and increasing function as having surgery. People with arthritis tend to have pain, tightness, swelling and muscle weakness. Expert physical therapists will address all these issues. Most people equate physical therapy to just exercise which when you have pain is probably the last thing you want to do. At FYZICAL Hazleton, exercise is only 50% of what we do. We use treatment techniques not commonly used to help with pain and swelling such as medical cupping, myofascial release and athletic taping. We

also know about other issues that may cause knee pain such as poor footwear, nutrition and other issues others may not detect. We truly treat the whole body. So if you are having knee pain from arthritis or other problem, call us at 570-501-1808 to schedule an appointment. We also offer free 20 minute Q&A sessions for people who want to learn more about what we do. To find out more about knee pain, visit www.hazletonpt.com or watch our WYLN TV show, ‘Wellness Through FYZICAL Therapy’ daily

SPELLED DIFFERENT BECAUSE WE ARE DIFFERENT

Decrease Your Pain, Restore Your Mobility & Ensure Your Independence! Orthopedic Rehabilitation • Neurological Rehabilitation • Sports Rehabilitation • Balance Programs Fitness & Wellness • Auto & Work Injury Recovery • Vestibular Rehab

570-501-1808 www.FYZICAL.com 1324 N. Church St., Hazle Twp.

William M. Pavlick, DDS Kenneth C. Boyle, DMD

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