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Monday, March 27: 6-8 p.m. at LVH–Schuylkill, 420 South Jackson St., Pottsville Call 570-501-4LVH to register or for more information. SENIOR CHOICE Topic: Gut Check 101 Speaker: Martin Walko, MD, LVPG Surgery– Health & Wellness Center at Hazleton Learn about signs, symptoms and treatment available for the gastrointestinal tract. New Tuesday, March 14: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at place! Genetti’s Catering-Washington Room Seating is limited. Free for Senior Choice members; $10 per person for non-members RSVP required by March 6. Call 570-454-4752.
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streets to watch the 5 hour long, 150,000 participant procession. Chicago invented its own St. Patrick Day tradition. They dye the Chicago River green. In 1962 sanitation workers realized that the green vegetable dye they used to check for illegally dumped sewage could double as a St. Patrick’s Day decoration. The city has been dying its waterways ever since. Unfortunately, the color only lasts for a few hours.
We’re all a little Irish on St. Patrick’s Day. From Shamrocks to Snakes and Guinness to The Blarney Stone, we’re taking a look at some of the lesser known facts about the world favorite Irish Holiday. St. Patrick – Neither Irish or named Patrick St. Patrick… Ireland… St. Patrick’s Day… Simple, right? The man wasn’t even Irish. He was actually born in Britain around the turn of the 4th century. At 16 years old Irish Raiders captured him in midst of an attack on his family’s estate. The Raiders then took him to Ireland and held him captive for 6 years. After escaping, he went back to England for religious training and was sent back to Ireland many years later as a Missionary. St. Patrick was actually born Maewyn Succat. According to legend, when he became a Priest, he changed his name to Patricius or Patrick. The name derives from the Latin term “Father Figure.” The Blarney Stone It’s supposed to give you “the gift of gab” but it can also give you a stiff neck and countless germs. The Blarney Stone is a must see tourist destination in Blarney Castle near Cork Ireland. Every year 400,000 visitor’s line up to kiss it in hopes of boasting their eloquence. It isn’t so easy
to smooch the stone – one must sit on a ledge while someone holds their legs then bend over backwards while holding iron rails until your face is level with the stone. Congratulations! You have now kissed a surface that has been kissed by hundreds of thousands of people. Hopefully the gift of gab is worth the bacteria! The Shamrock St. Patrick is credited with taking Christianity to Ireland around A.D. 432 to sell his message. Irish legend says he choose the Shamrock as symbol of the Christian Church. The leaves were meant to represent the Holy Trinity, God, Son & the Holy Spirit joined together by a common stalk. Apparently the Shamrock campaign worked. By the time of St. Patrick’s death on March 17, 461, he had created a number of churches, schools and monasteries dedicated to the faith.
The Legendary Snakes According to legend, St, Patrick drove the snakes out of Ireland in the 5th Century. Of course, there weren’t any slithering reptiles to drive off the island. Ireland is one of a few countries where snakes do not live. The reference is thought to be metaphorical; St. Patrick who converted Pagans to Christianity was the man who supposedly drove “Evil” Non-Christians from the land. As I said, we’re all a little Irish on St. Patrick’s Day…. So spend this St. Patrick’s Day celebrating in your local community’s festivities enjoying parades, eating all your favorite Irish foods and St. Patrick’s Day Parade The first parade wasn’t held in Ireland, it be- everything “Green” that goes along with it. gan in the United States, well technically “The Colonies.” In 1762 Irish Soldiers serving in the English Army celebrated the holiday by marching through the streets of New York City. By 1848, the parade was an official city event. Today, nearly 3 million people line New York City —Larry Collum, CEO/Publisher
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Irish Bars Were Closed Ireland has been officially celebrating St. Patrick’s Day since 1903, when Irish politician James O’Marra introduced a bill in Westminster that made it an official public holiday back in his homeland. Not until the 1960’s could you find revelers celebrating at a bar. Ireland is heavily catholic, and St. Patrick’s Day falls during Lent which means that although celebratory feasts and drink were allowed, an all-night party seemed a little too sinful. Fearing excessive drinking Ireland introduced a law that forced all Pubs to close on March 17. Luckily for beer makers (Guinness) the law was repealed in 1961. The Irish are now free to celebrate the holiday as the Americans do.
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Fountain Of Youth by Melanie Furlong, SpiriTrust Lutheran Home Care & Hospice There is a fountain of youth! Millions of people have discovered it and it is the secret to feeling better and living longer. It’s called staying active. It is important to find something you enjoy doing and sticking with it. A regular program of exercise and being active can prevent or delay diabetes and heart problems. It can also reduce the pain associated with arthritis, anxiety and depression. Most importantly, it can help seniors stay independent. There are four main types of exercise.
These include endurance activities, strengthening exercises, stretching, and balance. Endurance activities include such things as walking, swimming or riding a bike. These all help to improve the health of the heart and circulatory system. Strengthening exercises help build muscle tissue and reduce agerelated muscle loss. Before starting any exercise you should consult your doctor to make sure there aren’t any limitations you should be aware of. Your doctor also may give you some specific exercises to best fit with your health condition and your goals. Always remember to listen to your body. If you frequently feel exhausted or you are in pain, you may be overdoing it. Injuries can
be a result of overdoing your fitness plan. It is also important to use your body and your fitness equipment safely. What you eat and drink plays an important part in your fitness program. Water is the most important nutrient for active people. Drink it before, during and after workouts. It’s always a good idea to keep a water bottle with you so you don’t forget to keep yourself hydrated. It doesn’t have to cost a lot of money to stay active. You don’t need to join a health club or pay for expensive equipment. Walking is one of the best exercises you can do for your body and it doesn’t cost you a penny other than the money you spend on a good pair of walking shoes. Again, consult with your doctor to help you understand your limits and help you develop a regimen that you can be committed to. If you feel that you need help getting more strength to be able to do more, ask your doctor about having one of our physical therapists at SpiriTrust Lutheran Home Care & Hospice come to your home and help you build your strength and help you be more independent. You will be amazed how good it makes you feel and hopefully realize the benefits you are providing for your overall health. Melanie Furlong is the Director, Community Relations, for SpiriTrust Lutheran Home Care & Hospice. Call 800-8409081 for information about our services or visit the website at www.SpiriTrustLutheranHC.org.
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The Laurels Senior Living Community... “Where our Family of Residents Come First!” March 2017 Valentine’s Day Despite the crazy weather our Laurels annual Valentine’s Day party was in full swing on Tuesday, February 14th. No keeping our spirits down! After our home-made, chef prepared dinner of delicious Crab stuffed Alaskan cod and steamed veggies, we topped it off with “out of this world” raspberry chocolate cheesecake… mouth watering!! The ballots were counted and the decision was made…“Laurels King and Queen” for 2017 are Gene Perek and Geraldine Mosenbauer. Congratulations! Check out our website for pictures from the party! www.laurelsseniorliving.com/activities Memory Preservation Nutrition Presentation You have heard the news and read the headlines: Nutrition, exercise, and other brain healthy lifestyles can reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s, MCI, and other neurodegenerative diseases and improve overall body health. In 2015, we now have proof that nutrition and certain other lifestyles can actually slow cognitive decline and build-up of AD pathological proteins in patients. On Tuesday, February 21st, the Laurels hosted CC Donelan, Director of Education and Brain Wellness Coordinator at the Brain Health and Wellness Center® in Acton, MA. Since 1998, the Brain Health & Wellness Center has been helping thousands of people to maintain their brain power and reduce their risk of brain disease with their evidence-based educational programs developed by Nancy Emerson Lombardo, PhD, researcher and co-founder of the national Alzheimer’s Association and Alzheimer's Disease International. They have also helped individuals, assisted living communities, personal care homes, Adult Day Health programs & other organizations implement their evidence-based Memory Preservation Nutrition® - MPN™ program. We are excited to implement this NEW healthy program into our daily meals and entrees to help our residents maintain their cognitive abilities and strengthen memory preservation! Valentine’s Day Fundraiser Family members of our Laurels Residents and staff helped raise money this Valentine’s Day for the American Cancer Society. To help celebrate the time-less tradition of love and sweets,
family members were given the opportunity to send a special balloon bouquet complete with delicious treats to their loved ones on Valentine’s Day. Each balloon bouquet was personally hand delivered with a special note to the recipient in recognition of love and appreciation. All proceeds from the surprise bouquets benefitted the American Cancer Society of Greater Hazleton. We collected over $500! Thank you to all who participated in this great cause, we appreciate your generosity! The Laurels, "Active Living for Active Seniors” The awareness of retirement living has risen dramatically in recent years. Many older adults who are still active and healthy don’t want to be burdened with all the maintenance and expenses of a house. Instead, they are seeking vibrant and worry-free living environments to enhance their peace of mind. The Laurels Senior Living Community provides a full range of attractive inde-
pendent living choices for today’s seniors. For independent living residents, The Laurels offers a wide variety of social, cultural and recreational programs. Book groups, baking classes, theater outings and shopping excursions — these are just a few of the many activities our residents enjoy. We listen to residents' feedback to develop programs that will complement our seniors' current interests as well as help them discover new ones. The Laurels is designed for those who want to be a part of an engaging social environment, who have passion for life and live with purpose in life. Our residents can expect value, convenience, comfort and security. Should the need ever arise, care continuums that include Personal Care and Respite / Short-term Care are available If you would like more information regarding our services, please call our office at 570-4557757 or email us at info@laurels-seniorliving. com. You can also stop by for a tour of our beautiful facility and enjoy a complimentary lunch.
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Oral Health Connections To Disease, Cold, And Flu Prevention by Frank Glushefski, D.M.D. Well here we are in the midst of the winter time blues as well as colds and flus! Once wintertime sets in, most people who are experienced with harsh winters in the northeast prepare for the worst – or at least they may think so. Most people will prepare for the season with a highly-offered flu shot as well as a well-stocked home dispensary of cold and flu medications. They further their preventative measures by more frequent hand washing and the avoidance of those that have fallen ill. Although these are all intelligent decisions for prevention, is it enough to insure wintertime health? Shockingly, the answer is No! By far, the most unaccounted for act of prevention is that of the demonstration of optimal oral health and hygiene. Most everyone realizes that oral care and prevention can prevent gingival disease yet they are not aware that it can also prevent various systemic diseases as well. Long-term gingival inflammation can and will create a vulnerable environment for disease-causing bacteria such as bacterial pneumonia to enter the bloodstream. The presence of pneumonia exists due to a lower immune system such as a result of cold or flu. As staggering as it may seem, the incidence of contracting bacterial pneumonia doubles for those patients who have existing periodontitis. Well, now that you’ve heard the facts, what
can you do to orally prevent the occurrence of cold, flu, or disease? Toothbrushes contain a huge amount of deleterious bacteria. Although visibly clean, bacterial contaminants and disease pathogens thrive in the moist environment of the bristles of your toothbrush. I recommend my patients to change out their toothbrush every two months or sooner if they are severely worn. Once sick, however, I recommend changing out your toothbrush immediately after you recover from sickness to prevent reinfection. I recommend thoroughly rinsing your toothbrush after each use and standing upward to allow moisture drainage. If you use a storage container for your brush, assure brush is totally dry before storage to prevent bacteria formation. Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly before and after brushing and flossing. As hard as it may seem to believe, there are those that share toothbrushes – and the bacteria that go along with it too! If you share – make this one instance where you don’t! Also, be sure to isolate your brush from anyone else’s to prevent cross-contamination. Lastly, you may sterilize your toothbrush by placing it in a glass filled with three inches of water and heating for about three minutes in the microwave. If you are a denture wearer, be sure to cleanse and thoroughly disinfect your den-
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Cancer Screenings For Seniors: An Ongoing Controversy by Marlin Duncan, Comfort Keepers As people grow older, certain medical conditions are likely to develop. This is especially true of cancer. Cancer is the second leading cause of death among those 65 years and older, and its occurrence increases with age. Screening means checking your body for cancer before you have symptoms. Malignancies respond to treatment more effectively when discovered and diagnosed in the early stages of development, which is why you may opt to get screened regularly for various types of cancer. Here are the typical screening recommendations for seniors age 65 or older, and Medicare may cover them: FOR MEN: • Prostate Cancer Testing—Overall health status – not just age – is important when deciding about prostate cancer testing. Men who can expect to live at least 10 more years should talk with a doctor about the uncertainties, risks, and potential benefits of testing so they can decide if they want to be tested. FOR WOMEN: • Breast Cancer Testing—If there are any changes in how breasts appear or feel, report it to a doctor immediately. Get a mammogram every two years, or choose to get one every year. Be sure to understand the pros and cons of breast cancer screening. When deciding how often to screen for breast cancer, consider whether you are at higher than average risk for breast cancer. If you are, talk to a health care provider about whether you need to get other tests done along with your mammograms. • Cervical Cancer Testing—For women age 65 or older, many medical professionals believe that no further testing is needed if you’ve had regular cervical cancer testing with normal results during the past 10 years. No testing is needed after a hysterectomy that removed the uterus and cervix, if it was done for reasons not related to cervical cancer. Women with a history of a serious cervical pre-cancer should continue testing for 20 years after that diagnosis. FOR BOTH GENDERS: • Colon Cancer Testing—Testing is recommended, and there are many testing options. Talk with a doctor about which tests are best for you and how often testing should be done. • Lung Cancer Testing—If you have a history of smoking, consult with a health care provider about whether you should get an annual low-dose CT scan to screen for early lung cancer. Screening may benefit you if you are an active or former smoker (quit within the past 15 years), have no signs of lung cancer, and have had a single pack of cigarettes per day per year, or its equivalent. For example, one pack per day
for 30 years is equal to two packs per day for 15 years. Discuss the benefits, limitations, and risks of screening with a medical professional before testing is done. When to Stop Screenings: The Debate Among Doctors and Specialists There are few clinical trials that include older patients, creating a lack of data about the effectiveness and possible harms of cancer screening in the senior population. This results in a variation in recommendations, especially in regard to when it’s time to stop screening. The problem is that guidelines are too often based on younger patients, and do not always consider individual variations in life expectancy, comorbid conditions, functional status, or personal preference. That said, medical societies and other expert groups may recommend: • Stop routine Pap smears to screen for cervical cancer at age 65, if they have been negative in the past. • Stop routine screening mammography for women at average risk of breast cancer after age 75. • Stop screening colonoscopies for adults at average risk of colorectal cancer at age 75. • Stop routine screening using a blood test that measures the amount of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in the blood, when there is average risk at
any age. PSA is a protein produced by the prostate gland. Many doctors ignore these guidelines – again, because cancer screening recommendations based on age alone can be too arbitrary. A frail 75-year-old with heart disease and diabetes is different from a robust 75-year-old who exercises every day, so many experts suggest considering a person’s life expectancy. If it is less than 10 years, cancer screening is unlikely to improve a person’s survival or quality of life, and the risks of screening could be greater than the benefits. However, since life expectancy can be difficult to predict, doctors hesitate to halt screenings for many of their patients. A decision about cancer screening should be mutually agreed upon by you and your doctor. Due to differing approaches within the medical community, you and your doctor should discuss the pros and cons when it comes to cancer screening. Getting screening tests regularly may find cancers early, when treatment is most likely to work – but it is also important to be well informed about the risks of any test, and about what will happen if a test suggests there may be cancer that won’t shorten your life. Comfort Keepers® can help. Our caregivers can help establish a daily routine with your loved one that promotes good health and independent living. We can also make sure that he or she has transportation to and from medical appointments. Call your local office today to find out about all of the services that we can provide. For more information on senior living and elder care options, go to www.comfortkeepers/hazletonpa.com. Each office is independently owned and operated. Marlin Duncan, owner of Comfort Keepers, works professionally with the elderly on issues relating to senior independence. He can be reached in Hazleton at 570-450-0890.
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Exceeding new goals One of the first goals Sweeney shared with Stoffa inspired him. “Molly told me to lose 5 pounds before our next meeting the following month,” Stoffa says. “I lost 20.” “Actually, 26 pounds. I’ll never forget that. He went above and beyond what I expected,” Sweeney says. His inspiration was twofold – his insurance company wouldn’t approve the procedure without pre-surgery weight loss, and he was inspired by what he heard at the program’s weight-loss surgery support group meetings. One man in the group lost 150 pounds on his own before having surgery. “All he did was listen to advice from a registered dietitian. I thought, if he can do that, so can I,” Stoffa says. Lose weight without surgery Stoffa continued attending the weight-loss support meetings, but with a different goal in mind. He focused on exchanging old eating habits for newer, healthier ones: Instead of drinking 12 gallons of sweet tea every other week, Stoffa now drinks 120 ounces of water every day. When he wants a snack at night, he reaches for apples and pears instead of chips and ice cream. When wife Patricia wants pizza, he joins her but with a twist. “I used to eat six slices of pizza. Now I have a big salad first and then enjoy one slice.” Those changes added up to significant weight loss. “Once I lost 75 pounds, I realized I could lose weight without surgery,” Stoffa says. Today he’s a new man Stoffa’s new job as a property manager for a home rehab business keeps him moving. He’s also back to hunting – walking five miles on each trip – and fishing for smallmouth bass in the Susquehanna River in spring. Dog Sparky now gets three-mile walks. Overall, he’s lost 139 pounds and hopes to lose 20 more. The dramatic weight loss causes people to take a second look. “They say, ‘Oh, you got the surgery,’ and I reply, ‘No, I didn’t,’ then I give them Molly’s card. She changed my life.” Next Step If you’re considering medical or surgical weight-loss, attend a free info session. Register by calling 570-501-4LVH (4584). Free Info Sessions Health Center at Mountain Top | March 13, 6-8 p.m. LVH—Schuylkill S. Jackson | March 27, 6-8 p.m.
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It's All About The Fit At Gino’s Shoe Store Choosing the right pair of shoes to wear on a regular basis can help ensure the longterm health of your feet, as well as your entire body. The best fit for you depends on your daily use, but nothing is more important than comfort. Not only do ill-fitting shoes make you uncomfortable all day, but they can also cause foot pain or aggravate pre-existing conditions. While comfort is the priority when you’re looking for new shoes, there are a few other things to consider as well: • Not too small, not too big – Shoes that are too big or too small can cause unwanted rubbing and blisters. Find a shoe that gives your toes room to wiggle, but does not allow your foot to slide around.
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• Don’t fixate on size – Just because you’re a size 9 in one brand, doesn’t mean every shoe brand will fit the same. Shoe sizes can vary among manufacturers, which is why it’s important to try on every new pair of shoes and make sure they fit well. • Wear the right socks – If you are buying running shoes, wear the kind of sock you would use running when you try the shoes on. That way, you’ll get a better idea of how it will fit during the activity you are buying them for. • Don’t worry about breaking shoes in - If a shoe isn’t comfortable to begin with, it’s never going to be. Proper shoe fit is particularly important if you are diabetic since improper shoe fit can cause blisters and sores that can become serious if not found and treated quickly. If you do have diabetes or a foot problem like plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinitis, or hammer toe, custom orthotics can be used to make your shoe more comfortable. Gino’s Shoe Store is a family owned and oriented professional fitting center, specializing in children, youth, and adult shoes in addition to orthopedic work and doctor prescriptions. They have been in business for 60 years selling a large selection of name brand, orthopedic and diabetic shoes. . Your complete satisfaction is Gino’s number one priority! For a free foot consultation in regards to pain or fitting call Gino’s at 570-474-6051.
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Smoking And The Skin by Stephen Schleicher, MD An article was published this January in Medical News entitled Dermatologist reveals how smoking can affect the skin. Outlined are the following points: 1) Premature Skin Aging: “Women seem to be more susceptible to this than men. It commonly manifests as fine lines around the eyes and mouth at an earlier age than non-smokers”. Smoking also contributes to yellowish skin tones. 2) Poor Wound Healing: Smoking delays wound healing and is associated with higher rates of infection and blood clotting. 3) Smoking and Skin Cancer: Individuals who smoke are at higher risk of developing squamous cell carcinoma, this the second most common form of skin cancer. 4) Inflammatory Skin Disorders: Smokers are at greater risk of developing psoriasis, and patients with lupus who smoke may not respond as well to anti-lupus medications. 5) Smokers and Viral Disease: According to this article, “smoking enhances the risk of developing genital warts, possibly due to the immunosuppressive effects of nicotine. Smokers also have a higher risk of developing wart virus-related cancers including cancer of the vulva, anus and penis”. If you smoke, all of the above are great reasons to either reduce cigarette smoking or quit. Your skin will thank you. So will the rest of your body. According to the World Health Organization, smoking will kill one third more people by 2030 than it does now.
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Treating Prostate Cancer With Radiation Therapy Other than skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in American men, with about one in seven men being diagnosed with it in their lifetime. Early prostate cancer rarely causes symptoms. As prostate cancer becomes more advanced, it can cause symptoms such as difficulty passing urine, blood in the urine or difficulty with erections. If prostate cancer has spread to other areas of the body, men can experience pain in the hips or back, weakness or numbness in the legs or feet, or loss of bladder or bowel control. There are several risk factors associated with prostate cancer, including family history, race, diet, etc. but the most common factor is age. Prostate cancer occurs mainly in older men. About six in ten cases are diagnosed in men aged 65 or older, but it is rare before age 40. The average age at the time of diagnosis is about 66. The survival rate for prostate cancer is very high. According to statistics from the National Institute of Health, nearly 3 million men are estimated to be living with prostate cancer in the United States. There are two types of radiation therapy for prostate cancer. The first, External Beam Radiation Therapy (EBRT), can be administered by a machine called a Linear Accelerator (LINAC), which makes an x-ray beam. The treatment works by damaging the machinery in a cancer cell and prevents that cell from dividing and becoming two cancer cells. Without treatment the cancer cells can possibly spread out of the prostate and into other areas of the body. The treatment is designed to minimize effects on the tissues surrounding the prostate therefore causing fewer side effects. Radiation is pain free when given and there is no danger of radioactivity to other people following each treatment. A second type of radiation treatment for prostate cancer is called brachytherapy, a type
of internal radiation. Your physician inserts high energy radioactive seeds into the prostate. These seeds emit radiation within the prostate gland over several months. After about a year, the radioactivity degrades and the seeds that remain are harmless. Though this radiation is deep within the body there are some simple precautions that must be taken when around children and pregnant women. EBRT is typically delivered in the office daily, Monday through Friday, over nearly two months, with each session lasting 15-20 minutes. Implanted radiation is performed in a hospital operating room with the procedure taking
several hours. Various factors determine which type of radiation treatment is recommended including the stage of the cancer, age and your overall health. Sometimes a combination of treatment using EBRT and implant radiation is recommended. Before you make your final decision about the treatment of your prostate cancer, consider obtaining an opinion regarding radiation therapy. For more information about how the Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton treats prostate cancer using radiation therapy, please visit www. HazletonCancerCenter.com or call (570) 4593460 today.
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Under Pressure by Alexandra Wasmanski, OD Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that gradually steals sight. Very often, it begins without any symptoms. The pressure within the eye causes damage to the optic nerve. This decreases the transmission of visual information from the eye to the brain. Initially, peripheral vision is lost. But, if glaucoma
goes untreated; the vision loss will progressively become more centralized. Glaucoma is the leading cause of preventable blindness in the world, and the second leading cause of blindness in the United States. It can affect people of all ages, but more commonly those over 60 years old. African Americans and Hispanics are more at risk than Caucasians. People who are diabetic or have hypertension are more likely to develop glaucoma as well. Other risk factors include a positive family history for glaucoma, chronic eye inflammation, corticosteroid use, and ocular trauma. There are four main types of glaucoma. The most common form is primary open angle glaucoma in which there is an increase in the intraocular pressure (IOP). This may be due to a decrease in the eye’s ability to drain its fluid. Angle closure glaucoma is a medical emergency that can cause vision loss within 24 hours. The IOP spikes up when the
drainage angle of the eye becomes blocked. Secondary glaucoma occurs as a result of another problem. This can be from disease or an injury to they eye. The final type is normal tension glaucoma. This is the only form that has optic nerve damage resulting from an IOP that is in the normal range. The cause is unknown. The only way to diagnose glaucoma is through regular comprehensive eye examinations. Since glaucoma is a disease of progression, it is important to keep any follow-up appointments your doctor may schedule. These may include dilated eye exams, retinal photos, computerized scans, and visual field tests. These tests are designed to assess the health and function of the optic nerve. They will also allow the doctor to determine if any peripheral vision loss has begun. Glaucoma cannot be cured, but with proper follow up and treatment, it can be controlled.
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A MedEvac Flight Ensures Specialized Care Or Hazleton Woman’s Premature Child provided by Lehigh Valley Health Network Brie-Anne Wentz expected to have a baby shower on Saturday, June 25. Instead, the 18-year-old found herself being airlifted to Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Cedar Crest to have her baby. It was a first pregnancy for Wentz of Hazleton, and she was between six and seven months along. She’d been treated for a urinary tract infection (UTI) a month earlier, so when she started having pains in her stomach on Friday, she wondered if she’d come down with another UTI. Irregular pains persisted all night – sometimes an hour apart, sometimes two minutes. “The next morning, the pain was too much,” Wentz says. She went to the emergency room at LVH–Hazleton. “We quickly determined that she was contracting frequently,” says Wentz’s obstetrician/gynecologist, Sheila Hockman, DO, with Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG) Obstetrics and Gynecology–Alliance Drive. After sending off a fetal fibronectin test that would help predict preterm labor, Hock-
man found that Wentz was already dilated 4 centimeters. “That meant, yikes – things are happening pretty fast here,” Hockman says. The labor and delivery team started an intravenous line of magnesium sulfate that would slow contractions and help protect the fetus. When the fibronectin test came back, the team decided to send Wentz to Allentown. “We can handle preterm births at Hazleton,” Hockman says. “But LVH–Cedar Crest has neonatology and maternal fetal medicine specialists and a NICU (neonatal intensive care unit). All those resources are just a 17-minute flight away.” Hockman was concerned that Wentz could deliver en route and considered using an ambulance. “There’s more room to work in a ground vehicle,” she says. “But a chopper is faster.” Time was crucial, so within an hour of Wentz’s arrival, she was being loaded onto Lehigh Valley Health Network’s MedEvac helicopter. To Wentz’s surprise, Hockman jumped
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into the chopper. “Our MedEvac team is really good, but if I were Brie-Anne, I would want somebody familiar along,” Hockman says. “I wanted her to know we would be there to take care of her no matter what happened.” “It was scary,” Wentz says. “I’d never been in a helicopter before and was worried something might happen to the baby. It was very comforting that Dr. Hockman was on the flight.” Wentz’s boyfriend, Tyler Galade, his mother, his sister and Wentz’s mother followed by car. In LVH–Cedar Crest’s prenatal unit, the baby received steroid shots to help promote lung development while Wentz received more medication to help control labor. She rested as much as possible over the next two days until her water broke on Monday, June 27, and John Michael Galade came into the world at 9:11 p.m., weighing 3 pounds, 1 ounce. “That’s tiny,” Hockman says. “But fortunately he was beyond the gestation point where some of the most worrisome risks such as intellectual disabilities are of greatest concern.” John Michael spent one month and one week in the NICU. Mother and father drove to LVH–Cedar Crest twice a week, staying at the nearby Hackerman-Patz house where outof-town patients’ loved ones can find convenient and affordable accommodations. “Both the baby and I were definitely well cared for,” Wentz says. “The nurses kept me really well informed about how the baby did that day and called me when I couldn’t drive to the hospital.” Nurses educated Wentz on feeding the baby and hitting benchmarks such as taking at least 2 ounces at each feeding and eating on his own schedule while getting enough nourishment each day. When he had gained weight and seemed clear of risks such as breathing or eating difficulties, little John Michael went home. Now he sees pediatrician Stephan Glicken, MD, with LVPG Pediatrics–Hazleton Shopping Center. “He’s doing so good, you wouldn’t know anything had happened,” Wentz says. “He’s happy and smiles all the time. He’s an awesome baby.” Next Step If you’re considering getting pregnant register for prenatal classes by calling 570-5014LVH (4584).
Is There Hope For Arthritis Pain? by Ting Oh, PT, Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers Recently I treated a client who had a knee replacement more than 5 years ago and was still having pain with difficulty walking. They had resigned themselves to having pain for the rest of their life. They had been told after the operation, nothing else could be done as the arthritis had been removed. So if arthritis was not causing the pain, what was? When thinking of arthritis pain, most people think because it is a joint problem, nothing can be done for it. However, there are a number of structures in the body that can place stress on joints causing them to be compressed or shifted out of alignment causing pain. Many experts believe one of the main causes of arthritis is from years of having stress on joints from the surrounding tissues. Unless you address these surrounding tissues, the pain may never go away, even after surgery. We see this quite often in the clinic. With the client I mentioned earlier, the pain was due to muscle and soft tissue tightness in the thigh and hip which was causing increased stress on the surrounding structures of the knee. Treatment was performed to loosen the tightness and we taped the knee to help with the alignment. They were also given simple exercises which were designed
to strengthen the weak muscles. That person can now walk with less pain. They even told me this week they walked around the mall shopping without having to stop due to pain. This was a major accomplishment for them and allows them to have better enjoyment of life. The message we try to get out in our clinic is to address small problems before they become large problems. When you have a pain or tightness, getting it looked after will lead to less chance of developing arthritis in the future. If you are dealing with arthritis, there is something that may be able to help with your pain beyond injections and medication, even after having surgery.
At FYZICAL Therapy and Balance Center, we perform physical therapy beyond exercise. We are experts at manual therapy meaning we are skilled at using our hands to affect the body to loosen, align or correct imbalances in order to relieve pain and improve your ability to move. We work with people with arthritis on a daily basis and many people are surprised that arthritis can be worked with even after surgery. For more information, call us at 570-5011808 for an appointment or free consult. To learn more about our services, visit www. FYZICAL.com/hazleton or catch our TV show on WYLN “Wellness Thru FYZICAL Therapy”.
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Welcome To Hazleton Imaging Hazleton Imaging is celebrating 15 years serving patients in the area and will continue providing the same service for many years to come. We are fully accredited by the ACR. The concept of Hazleton Imaging was created by a group of local Radiologists with the Sole purpose of providing unparalleled service and
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Center was conceived. Our mission has always been and continues to be – to provide patients a better alternative from hospitals for their imaging needs. By providing a stress-free experience, offering a less-expensive option, and having a team of experienced and friendly staff, we are truly able to provide the service, atmosphere and overall experience the patients deserve. We have radiologists on site to read and speak to physicians as well as patient regarding any concerns. Our services include CT, DEXA, DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY, ULTRASOUND, MRI/OPEN MRI, NUCLEAR MEDICINE, PET/CT, AND XRAY. Our staff is highly trained in all levels of radiology, is compassionate towards our local community and is dedicated to providing excellent care. You have a choice when it comes to your health care. So make the right choice. Choose Hazleton Imaging. Diagnostic testing can be expensive, even if you have insurance. Most people do not realize that fees vary tremendously. Hospitals can charge higher fees for their services then out-patient centers such as Hazleton imaging. If you have a higher deductible, you’ll pay more out of your pocket. Why not go to an independent free standing center and save money. It’s truly a win-win!
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Dr. Kurt Moran— The Professional When It Comes To Relieving Pain Dr. Kurt Moran is your primary source for professional and effective pain relief in Northeastern Pennsylvania. A graduate of the University of Scranton and the American University of British West Indies, Moran holds degrees in internal medicine, pain management, and laser cosmetic surgery. Moran has spent a substantial amount of time in each field, with 27 years in internal medicine, 12 years in pain management, and 25 years in anti-aging. He is also a member of the American Academy of Pain Management and the American Academy of Anti-aging. This abundance of experience and knowledge has allowed him to become one of the most effective doctors of pain relief in N.E. Pa. Dr. Moran builds his business on the satisfaction of his patients, and takes pride in treating them with respect, honesty, and integrity. His main goal: to ease your suffering so that you can obtain the best quality of life possible, and to always be available to you when you need it. Dr. Moran will not only educate you and your family on your medical condition, but provide prime treatment programs, prognosis, and legal compliances.
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Healthy Diet—Healthy Smile by Melissa B. Della Croce, DMD, Della Croce Dental Care to repair connective tissue and fight infection. Just one piece of citrus fruit or kiwi daily will help you to achieve the recommended daily dose of this vitamin. People who are lower in Vitamin C are at a higher risk for gingivitis. Gingivitis is the mildest form of periodontal disease. It results in red, swollen gums that overall health, it also has great benefits for bleed easily due to inflammation. your oral health. There are a few standout nutrients and foods that are especially tooth Fruits & Vegetables friendly. Crunchy fruits and veggies help our bodies in many ways. Providing an excellent supply Calcium of vitamins and other nutrients is only one. Calcium is vital in childhood and through- The crisp texture acts as a cleanser for our out the teenage years. This is when teeth are mouths, wiping away the bacteria that can formed. The value of this nutrient does not cause plaque. In addition, these foods require stop once your wisdom teeth erupt. When a a lot of chewing which increases the producdiet is low in calcium, (true for most Ameri- tion of saliva. Saliva, in turn, both washes cans), our bodies leech the mineral from teeth away and neutralizes plaque causing bacteria. and bones. This can increase your incident for tooth decay. The lower jaw is particularly Water susceptible to the effects of low calcium. Drinking plenty of water contributes to Where can you find good sources of calcium? total body hydration which, in turn, can inDairy foods such as milk, cheese and yogurt crease the amount of saliva produced. This are high in calcium. Fish such as salmon and super drink also serves to neutralize acidic sardines with bones and some vegetables such and sugar filled food and drink. Just a hint— as kale and broccoli are also good sources of tap water can be even more beneficial to our calcium. Two to four servings of dairy per day teeth than bottled water. In some areas, it has will help you reach the recommended cal- been reinforced with fluoride which has been cium dose. shown to strengthen teeth and help to prevent tooth decay. Vitamin C Vitamin C has importance due to its ability Now that you know what is best for your smile, you may be asking—what should I be avoiding in my diet to ensure a healthy smile? The amount of time your teeth are exposed to sugary food or drinks is one of the big•New Patients Seen Same Day gest culprits in tooth decay. Sipping on soda •PI & Auto Injuries or iced tea all day, coffee loaded with sugar, •Workers Compensation sucking on hard candies or throat lozenges •Most Insurances Accepted throughout the day will put your teeth at a •Standard Process much higher risk for decay. Limiting your Whole Foods Supplements exposure time and frequency is helpful in re•Free Monthly Health Talks ducing your risk. Like us on A healthy, balanced diet along with plenty of water and limitations to sugar intake will put you on the right track for a healthy body Rehabilitation Exercise and a healthy smile. Your dentist and denPhysiotherapies tal hygienist are valuable resources. Your six Nutritional Therapy month checkups are not just for cavity detecMassage Therapy tion. Your dental team is there to help advise 715 West Butler Drive, Sugarloaf Cold Laser Therapy you on dietary concerns that can help your www.BafileFamilyChiro.com healthy smile last a life time.
Making a habit of eating healthy can be a task that is easier to achieve on some days than others. Who has the time to cook—let alone make healthy meals from scratch? It is simply easier to fill our bodies with foods that are quickly prepared and higher in carbohydrates. How do you know what foods are the best for you? Fast food, whether cooked at home or purchased while eating on the go, will not facilitate a goal of a healthy body. What we eat and drink affects our lives in many ways. Diets high in sugars, carbohydrates or saturated fats can not only lead to increases in weight but heart disease, diabetes, and tooth decay. Our survival depends on what we eat. What we are able to eat depends on how well we can chew. And of course, our ability to chew is based on how healthy our teeth and gums are. A person with cavities may have a difficult time chewing due to sensitivity to the temperature of their foods or food becoming lodged in the cavities. A person with periodontal disease (gum disease) could have sensitivity or difficulty chewing due to the movement of their teeth or sensitive root surfaces due to bone loss. The question then is, what should we be eating to ensure a healthy smile and therefore a healthy body? Eating a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins and unsaturated fats will not only benefit your
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Dr. Eugene Stish, M.D. by Eugene R. Stish, M.D. At Dr. Eugene Stish's office our motto is "Service the way it used to be". It means that, as we all realize, medicine has changed dramatically over the past thirty years. While some of these changes are necessary with advances in technology, some things unfortunately have suffered as a result. Like personal attention for instance. When you call my office you will speak to a live person, not an automated voice telling you to "pay attention because our options have changed". I also do not employ a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician's Assistant. My patients deal directly with me. If you are going to spend your hard earned money on your premiums and copays, don't you deserve to see a fully trained M.D. to diagnose and treat your problem? We also pride ourselves on same day appointments. If you are sick, it makes no sense to be told "we can see you next Thursday" or "we have no openings, you can go to the ER" (and wait for six hours). If you are sick and need to be seen right away, we will MAKE AN OPENING.
When you are in my office you will have my full attention. Have you had the experience during your office visit with your "provider" that he or she spends the entire encounter looking at a laptop screen and not even looking at you? Again one of the problems with modern medicine is the lack of connection to
people. We are more connected to our devices than to each other. I do not and will not use electronic medical records because I feel it interferes with our interaction in the exam room. Insurance companies actually fine doctors for not using electronic medical records......but I'll take the hit.
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A woman came in my office very distraught looking. On her third visit she burst out in tears. She said, “I feel you care about people, can I talk to you about what is breaking my heart?” I sat down next to her and said, “Sure I’ll listen”. She went on today what a terrible person she is. How she cheated on her husband so he divorced her. How her kids won’t talk to her. How she abused street drugs, got pregnant, and had an abortion. She hated life, and she felt she was only getting the bad karma that she had given to others. I felt sad just listening to her horrible plight. But my mission in life is to spread light where there is darkness. So I told her that God loved her before she was born. That he always loved her and always will. That we are sinners, we all fall short in our attempt to live good lives. Through her tears she asked, “You mean God still loves me, how can I make it right with Him?” I prayed with her. I told her to confess her sins to God, because I could sense how sorry she was for her bad decisions. Then she has to repent, or change her actions, and her ways. No more drugs, no more abortions, start to walk the path that she knows God wants her to walk. Some people are all talk, but I prayed that she would truly change her life. Ten years passed. She came back to my office. Not to get adjusted just to talk. She told me how she became born again. That she allowed God in her life. No more bars, no more drugs, and new friends. She attended a weekly Bible class, went to church, and she has found peace. Life is still a daily struggle to pay her bills. But with her faith, she has a new perspective. She now has hope. Listen to what she said to me. “I now love myself for the first time in 40 years. I realize I still have faults, but I know that God will always love me. So I try my best to honor him. And just that effort alone gives me peace that I’m on the right path”. If you’re reading this and you have fallen in your behavior, realize that God always loved you and always will no matter what you’ve done. Let his love transform your heart to become the best person you can be.
FINANCIAL FOCUS: Use Your Tax Refund Wisely Provided by Edward Jones It’s tax time again – which for many Americans means that a tax refund is on its way. If you’re going to get a refund this year, how can you use the money to your best advantage? Of course, it’s always tempting to spend the check from Uncle Sam on something fun. But a tax refund could be sizable – the average amount in 2016 was $2,857, according to the IRS – so putting this money to work could help boost your progress toward your financial goals. Here are some possibilities for using your refund: • Help fund your IRA. If you were to receive a tax refund of $2,857, you’d have slightly more than half of the $5,500 annual IRA contribution limit for 2017, although, if you are 50 or older, you can contribute an extra $1,000. Consequently, you may find it much easier to fully fund your IRA for the year — and you should do exactly that, because an IRA is a great retirement savings vehicle. If you have a traditional IRA, your contributions may be fully or partially deductible, depending on your income, while your earnings can grow tax deferred. (Taxes are due upon withdrawal, and withdrawals prior to age 59½ may be subject to a 10% IRS penalty.) With a Roth IRA, your contributions are not deductible, but your earnings are distributed tax-free, provided you don’t start taking withdrawals until you’re 59½ and you’ve had your account at least five years. • Help diversify your portfolio. If a market downturn hits one asset class, and that’s where you keep most of your money, you could take a big hit. Owning an array of investments – such as stocks, bonds, certificates of deposit, and so on – can help prepare your portfolio to weather the effects of market volatility, By adding new investments, or increasing your hold-
ings of existing investments, you may be able to further diversify your portfolio – and you can use your refund for this purpose. (Keep in mind, though, that diversification, by itself, can’t guarantee profits or protect against loss.) • Contribute to a 529 plan. If you have children or grandchildren whom you’d like to help send to college, consider using your tax refund to help fund a 529 plan. Your 529 plan contributions may be deductible from your state taxes, and your earnings are distributed tax-free, provided they are used for qualified higher education expenses. (However, withdrawals not used for higher education expenses may be subject to both income tax and a 10% penalty.) • Pay off some debts. You can help improve your financial picture by reducing your debt load – but it may make sense to prioritize these debts. For example, rather than make an extra mortgage payment, you might want to first tackle those debts or loans that carry a high interest rate and that don’t allow you to deduct interest payments. After all, your monthly mortgage payment will remain the same even if you make an extra payment, but if you can get rid of some smaller debts, you will free up some cash that you could use to invest for your future. Think carefully about how to use your tax refund. It represents an opportunity that you won’t want to waste. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors cannot provide tax or legal advice. You should consult your attorney or qualified tax advisor regarding your situation.
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Tax Refunds And Bankruptcy by Christy M. DeMelfi, Esq. It’s that time of year again when people are filing their taxes. Even though some people dread tax time, many look forward to it because of the tax refunds they receive. Most people consider these refunds a “windfall” because it is money they do not receive monthly. If you have outstanding debts, you’ll start to receive “special tax refund deals” from creditors offering to settle for a portion of what is owed. I suggest not being too quick to jump at these deals. Remember, settling one or two of your debts with your tax refund may not solve your problem. Often, people think it looks better to settle a few debts before filing for bankruptcy. Unfortunately, that’s not true. Any payments made to creditors within 90 days of your
bankruptcy filing must be disclosed on a form called “Statement of Financial Affairs”. If the payment was substantial, it could actually complicate your bankruptcy as the trustee may feel you favored one creditor over another. Therefore, unless your tax refund is going to settle all your debts, do not bother to make deals with a few. It is a much better use of your tax refund money to pay for your bankruptcy filing and truly start over with a clean slate.
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by Alice Horton, Lead Tax Preparer, Honest Abe’s Taxes When you direct deposit your refund to a bank or prepaid debit card you normally receive it a week earlier than if you get a paper check mailed to you. However, if the direct deposit is “rejected”, the banking agency sends the funds back to the IRS. When the IRS receives your “rejected refund”, they will proceed to change your request from direct deposit to sending you a paper check. Should be a simple turn around, right? Wrong. Recently a client had a refund rejected because the Prepaid Debit Card Company failed to send out the card immediately (they waited 7 days) and therefore the client did not have the card to “activate”. Meanwhile, the IRS sent the refund in 3 days. So therefore we contacted the card company and they refused to hold the deposit or apply it while said client was waiting for the US Mail to get the card to them. Step two, we called the IRS to try to be proactive for the refund to be flipped and we were told that it would take up to 5 weeks for them to do so! We asked what we could do to expedite that process and we were told “nothing”. So I asked would the same happen with the paycheck of said IRS agent, a military personnel member, other government employee and we were told, NO. If the same happened they would have their paycheck within 7 days, same as in the non-government world. So, why does it take them 5 weeks to do a simple “flip” from direct deposit to a paper check? At Honest Abe’s we are proud to do a great job for our customers. We go above and beyond the “filing” of your taxes. If there is an issue, we will help get it resolved, whether that issue is the cause of the taxpayer, our staff, or the government. We are open year round. Call us today! 570-861-8297 Honest Abe’s Business & Tax Services, 310 S. Church Street, Ste C-3, Hazleton, PA -- 39 years experience! Contact us today, 570-861-8297 or yourtaxpartner@aol.com.
How To Handle Your Own Retirement (NAPS)—Retirement is evolving. And if you’re part of the baby boomer generation—an estimated 76 million Americans born between 1946 and 1964—you’re seeing this evolution first-hand. Call it the “new retirement,” where it’s increasingly likely your employer no longer provides you with a pension. This means it’s up to you to take care of your golden years. Are you ready? If you are, you’re ahead of many of your peers. The Problem Five years after the first wave of boomers turned 65, the Bankers Life Center for a Secure Retirement checked in with middle-income Americans to see how retirement is unfolding for this generation. Less than half feel they have a strong understanding of financial matters, and of the 84 percent who think of themselves as at least somewhat financially literate, most haven’t done enough to put that knowledge to good use. Three-quarters have not calculated a monthly retirement income number goal they need to reach; nine in 10 don’t have a written retirement
plan; and nearly seven in 10 admit that they don’t have, or don’t know whether they have, the financial resources to live comfortably to age 85, the average life expectancy of a 65-year-old boomer today. What You Can Do Retirement planning can be challenging and complex. Fortunately, you can do five things to become more financially literate and to ensure a more secure retirement for your future. 1. Develop a plan: Even if you started preparing for retirement late, getting a plan in place will help you figure out what steps to take now and what steps you may need to take in the future. 2. Consider professional guidance: You don’t need to be wealthy to benefit from financial professionals. Their experience in retirement planning can be an extremely valuable resource in helping you find savings products that can provide a reliable monthly income. 3. Don’t be overly reliant on benefit programs: Retirement is becoming more dependent on individual contributions—only a third of non-
retired boomers expect to get guaranteed postemployment income from an employer. Also, Social Security was never designed to fully replace one’s wages. 4. Educate yourself: Many products are available to help you plan and save for your retirement, provide income and protect your assets. Take the time to learn about mutual funds, IRAs, Roth IRAs, insurance and annuities. 5. Be prepared: Plan to meet unexpected situations by creating or updating a will and power of attorney. For a free, downloadable booklet on Top Tips for Retirees, including safety and security, reducing falls, fighting loneliness, managing prescription drug costs and more, visit www.BankersLife.com/TopTips.
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Faberge Follies First In Area To Offer Homeschool Dance Program Nearly two and a half million U.S. children are now homeschooled or cyberschooled. Faberge Follies Dance and Tumble is answering the need to provide not only physical activity, but the love of dance, to these students by offering a one of a kind program called GYM-DANCE. GYM-DANCE is offered during daytime hours when most students are in school. There are many benefits to adding dance to the homeschooled child’s day. Homeschooled students must complete state physical education requirements; dance classes fill this need. Physical activity is also beneficial on college resumes. “We know parents have more options than ever in their children’s education,” says Miss Faberge, owner of the studio and thirty year veteran of dance and gymnastics education in the Greater Hazleton area. She explains that while dancing burns calories and tones muscles, which meets physical education requirements, it also fills standards for arts and music appreciation. “Movement and expression come naturally to the young. Even better, while they’re having fun, they gain important lessons in fitness and body awareness.” “We’re a perfect fit for the homeschooler. Faberge Follies teaches not only dance and gymnastics technique, but social skills, manners, and public speaking, as well. Exercises in these elements for success are woven into every class. That’s what makes us different.
Homeschool parents often tell me they’re not satisfied with the social structure in public schools. They want something different for their children. I’m here to help develop young bodies as well as develop their personalities into fine young ladies and gentlemen who can go out into the world and present themselves well.” This new GYM-DANCE class is open to boys and girls, and will be taught by Miss Faberge. GYM-DANCE provides healthy, fun exercise while promoting the love of dance. Students will study various types of dance and basic gymnastics as well as do general exercises for well-being. GYM-DANCE is organized with the homeschool family in mind; there will be classes for different age groups, students will receive participation certificates to prove attendance for physical education and art appreciation requirements, and there will be a “quiet room” where brothers and sisters can do school work. Faberge Follies is located at 337 W Broad St. Hazleton. Go to fabergefollies.biz to get more info on class times and to sign-up. Or, call Miss Faberge at 570-454-1418.
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Paws Crossroads Animal Rescue, Inc. LuLaRoe Bingo Fundraiser by Shannon Talanca Pictures can speak in a measurable amount of words. Especially when those pictures feature pleading eyes, desperation, and hopelessness. That is how Paws Crossroads Animal Rescue Inc. takes a previously condemned soul and frees them, giving them another chance at life. PCAR is a foster-based organization out of Berwick, PA. We rescue dogs and cats from high kill animal control facilities all along the East Coast. The animals are networked via the Internet by volunteers local to each shelter, hoping that rescues like PCAR will save even one. They are put in albums, usually categorized by euthanasia date. The lucky ones are then sprung from the shelter, taken to a Veterinarian and finally head for ride north where they meet their rescuers, usually from hundreds of miles away. Rescuers that love them, even though they've never met them. Then, they start their quest for a new life, the one they deserved all along. PCAR has a network of foster homes throughout Pennsylvania. These people take the animals into their homes while PCAR works to find them adoptive families. PCAR provides veterinary care and food… The foster homes provide much needed and well deserved love. The Process of animal rescue has many costs involved that we must cover to save animals lives. In 2016 we successfully placed 45 dogs and 9 cats into their furever homes. Some of the animals we tale are not always the prettiest or healthiest. We also had a colony of feral stray cats spayed and neutered at our expense. An elderly woman with limited income has been feeding them, but they just kept breeding. She cried in gratitude. We supply her with food weekly. On Sunday, March 26, 2017 we will be hosting A LuLaRoe Bingo featuring LuLaRoe
Clothing (Winners will be given vouchers) Tickets for this event are $20 in advance or $25 at the door if available. Doors open at 1 PM and the festivities begin at 2 PM. There will be a LuLaRoe Raffle, a 50/50 Raffle, a food and bake sale, refreshments and fun all to Benefit former death row animals. You can purchase tickets online, and learn more at www.pawscrossroads.org, visit our Facebook page, or in person at Amore
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How To Plan A Successful Spring Getaway (BPT) - No matter where you live, spring travel is synonymous with the search for warm weather. While the sunshine may help keep the blues at bay, it takes more than just golden rays to make a trip unforgettable. Whether you're taking a family vacation, a couples escape or a getaway with friends, these insider tips will help you plan a successful trip: Look for deals at well-known destinations The best trips happen when you find a destination that everyone loves and you stay on budget. Start by researching areas that have something for everyone so no one feels left out. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina - with virtually endless attractions, world-class dining and 60 miles of beautiful shoreline - is one of these gems that also happens to be affordable. Countless deals can be found in any season at www.visitmyrtlebeach.com. We accept all major credit cards and EBT food stamp cards. CERTIFIED ESTABLISHMENT
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Art & Antiques by Dr. Lori Wonderful Wall Designs Using Antiques by Lori Verderame Integrating antiques, vintage items, and family heirlooms into a home’s interior design aesthetic spark memories and bring dazzle to a room. Don’t be afraid to place something old alongside of something new and contemporary. While there are traditional ways to decorate all four walls of a room like with paintings, prints, wreaths and the like, there are also some Wallpaper non-traditional solutions that can make your walls wonderful. And, when it comes to making bedroom walls say wow, use vintage objects in new ways. For instance, make a built-in, storage area or shelf space on your wall, try using whimsical vintage objects. Take a few well-worn yet vintage suitcase—available at flea markets for $15 to $50 each--and carefully cut them in half using a hand saw. Sand paper any rough edges that will touch the wall. Then, attach the half with the handle to your wall studs using wall bracket hardware. A few suitcases hung near each other will give your guest bedroom a travel ready look. Use an old makeup carrying case as a catch all for jewelry and other small keepsakes on a nearby table to complete the look. The result of reusing these vintage travel items will be a nifty and stylish space that even travel accessory designers like Louis Vuitton would love. Forget painting one wall a different color than the other three and consider this feature wall technique: wall world map! Cut out various pieces of printed wallpaper in the shapes of the world’s continents. Apply the wallpaper shapes as they would appear on the pages of an atlas and
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THANK YOU ONE AND ALL! by The Sophia Coxe Foundation Board of Directors
Another year has passed and we wish to thank everyone who has supported The Sophia Coxe Memorial Foundation and Education Center; and, to those who joined with us in the preservation of the memory of Sophia Georgiana Fisher Coxe. The Coxe house stands as a tribute to the most deserving woman, known as “The Angel of the Coal Fields.” Thank you to all who volunteered their time in making our events successful. Also to any who contributed by joining our Associate Memberships and those who gave donations for repairs and preservation of the house and grounds. We wish to recognize the special efforts of The Hazleton Area Garden Club for their time and decorative skills, especially during the Christmas season which delighted all all who toured the house during this time. The Foundation was awarded several grants this past year from local corporations and financial institutions. We express our sincere gratitude for this financial aid. One of these grants
is the restoration of the green house, located on the property, will be restored this year through the generosity of the late Joseph Bartol and will be dedicated latter this summer. 2017 begins the third year for our blacksmithing educational classes. There has been a great interest in this craft (both men and women). We look forward to the completion of our traveling forge. This will enable us to demonstrate blacksmithing at local schools and other historic events in surrounding communities as part of our Outreach Program. We would also like to thank our instructors who devoted time and talents in presenting various classes throughout the year. The Boy Scouts of America have been a valued asset to the Coxe Foundation and have completed several projects including restoration of the caretakers shed, a foot bridge, clearing the grove area and building a wood shed These projects were done by Eagle Scouts from local troops. Special recognition is also due to the following:
• The Ladies of Queen Victoria's Court. Their presence has graced many of our High Teas, fashion shows and other events. They are truly a journey into the past with their fashionable attire. • The support given by MMI Preparatory School was of great value during the winter months, keeping the driveway clear and safe for our visitors during the Christmas house tours. • To all of you who have the heart and desire to preserve our local history and heritage we all share our personal appreciation and gratitude. “If you don't know history then you don't know anything. You are a leaf that doesn't know it's part of a tree.” • Michael Crichton, American Author (19422008) Let us all work together to make sure the Coxe House stands as a tribute to those who come before us and tried to make the world a better place by showing charity and compassion to those in need, as the “Angel of the Coal Fields”, Sophia Coxe, truly demonstrated throughout her lifetime.
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Reservations Required - Call Karen For Further Information Sunday, March 12 - Lecture by Bryan Dunnigan on “How the Irish Won the American Revolution” – 2PM - $15/pp. Come and attend a lively lecture on Irish history with an overview of the American Revolution and George Washington’s loyal Sons of Erin. Light refreshments included. Please RSVP by March 10th. Saturday, March 18 and Sunday, March 19 - A Taste of Ireland – 2PM - $25/pp. Come once again and enjoy a taste of Emerald Isle. A variety of traditional Irish fare will be served: Guinness Irish Beef Stew, Corned Beef and Cabbage, Colcannon, Broonie, Irish Bannock and much more. Prepaid RSVP by March 15th as seating is limited. Saturday, March 25 - Learn the Art of Decorating Pysanky Eggs –11AM to 3PM - $40/pp. Instructors are Margie & Kris Bogash. This class will teach you the fine art of Ukrainian egg decorating along with its historical origins. Materials and light refreshments are included. 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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Easter Treat Recipes From Bresky's Coconut Lime Pound Cake Ingredients: 1 stick butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 2 eggs 1 Tbsp. pure vanilla extract* 1 ½ cups King Midas flour* ¼ tsp. baking soda 14 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. corn starch 1 Tbsp. lime zest 1 tsp. lime flavor oil, divided* ½ cup buttermilk ½ cup unsweetened coconut* ½ cup 10X sugar* Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease 8.5” x 4.5” loaf pan* with Wilton Cake Release*. Set aside. In mixer, cream butter and sugar till light and fluffy. Beat in eggs. Add vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
In separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, corn starch and lime zest. Add flour mixture, buttermilk, and ¾ tsp. lime oil to butter mixture. Add coconut till combined. Pour into prepared pan. Bake 45 minutes or until cake tester* come out clean. Remove cake from oven. Let cool 10 minutes. Remove from pan and place on cooling rack*.
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each year to local organizations that assist residents in need in the region. This year, the event will benefit local Veterans through the Wilkes-Barre VA Hospital. “We are amazed at the support that we get from the runners, walkers, sponsors and all of the volunteers that help make this event a success every year. Knowing they are doing something to help the local community of Veterans really motivates people to lend a helping hand,” said MetroCast General Manager, Tom Carey.
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agri-business entrepreneur with the opportunity to plant and maintain an organic market garden and then sell the produce through weekly produce subscriptions. Now in its fifth year, the program is designed to give people an opportunity to “test drive” the experience of small scale organic farming without having to commit the money needed to purchasing their own land, materials, equipment, and insurance, etc. The community garden provides all this support as part of its operations, as well as technical assistance and marketing support through the garden’s website and social media. This year the Growing Markets program will be managed by Jonathan Price, who is completing his degree in plant science at Cornell University. He will be assisted by Joe
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March 5 Join us for our monthly breakfast Sunday, March 5 from 8am to 12noon at Good Shepherd Church, 87 S. Hunter Highway in Drums. Menu will include eggs (any style), bacon, ham & sausage (choice of two), pancakes, potatoes, toast, fresh fruit, yogurt, assorted pastries & beverages. Adults - $7, Children 4 to 12 - $3, & 3 and under are free. Community Bible Fellowship, 458 West Spruce Street in Hazleton (corner of James & Spruce) invites you to a “Free Hot Lunch” on Sunday, March 5 from 12 to 2pm or until the food runs out. Come enjoy a hot meal, something sweet and great company! Open to the public. Eat in only, please. We look forward to seeing you all!! We also welcome you to attend our worship service every Sunday at 10:45am, adult Sunday school at 10am. Every Wednesday we offer Prayer at 6pm, Bible Study at 7pm. For more information, call 570-790-3753.
ton of coal, various themed baskets, gift certificates and so much more! March 10 Lenten Fish Dinner, Friday, March 10 from 4 to 7pm at Good Shepherd Church, 87 S. Hunter Hwy. In Drums. The menu includes: breaded haddock, macaroni & cheese, stewed tomatoes, coleslaw, green beans, dessert and beverage. Cost: $10 adults; $5 children ages 10 and under. Eat-in or Takeout. Takeout pickup is from 3 to 4:30pm. To pre-order, call Barbara at 570-788-1676. The deadline for orders is March 6. Event sponsored by the Good Shepherd Church Festival Committee.
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beverage. Eat-in or Take out. Tickets: $8.50 adults; $4.50 children ages 12 & under. For tickets, call Teresa at 570-427-4317. Proceeds benefit the L&L Rural Volunteer Fire Company.
be sponsoring their Bunny Lunch on Saturday, April 1 at 11am at the Lehighton Recreation Center on 8th Street, Lehighton. There will be limited seating. The lunch includes a visit from Peter Cottontail, candy, and hot dog with toppings, mac & cheese, potato chips, dessert & beverage. Bring your own camera to take photos with the bunny. There will also be great games and prizes, as well as a basket raffle. For more information or to obtain tickets, please contact Alicia at 570325-8685, Betty at 610-379-4284 or Pam at 610-377-2700. Only advance tickets will be sold. There will be no ticket sales at the door. Deadline for tickets is March 24. This lunch is one of the largest events of its kind in the area.
March 24 Lenten Fish Dinner, Friday, March 24 from 4 to 7pm at Good Shepherd Church, 87 S. Hunter Hwy. In Drums. The menu includes: breaded haddock, macaroni & cheese, stewed tomatoes, coleslaw, green beans, dessert and beverage. Cost: $10 adults; $5 children ages 10 and under. Eat-in or Takeout. Takeout pickup is from 3 to 4:30pm. To pre-order, call Barbara at 570-788-1676. The deadline for orders is March 6. Event sponsored by the Spellbind Magic Show, Saturday, April 1 at Good Shepherd Church Festival Committee. the Butler Township Community Center, 415 West Butler Drive in Drums. This, allMarch 26 age, unique comedy and magic experience Carbon-Tamaqua Unit American Cancer So- will feature professional magicians Bill Dickciety Chinese Auction, Sunday, March 26 at son and Joe Hussey from Northeast PA. Pro11:30am at the Lakeside Ballroom, Route 54 ceeds from the event will benefit Cub Pack in Barnesville. The Auction drawing starts #63 in Drums. Snacks and refreshments will promptly at 2:30 PM. There will be chances be available for purchase. No reserved seating. to win selective raffle prizes, several 50/50 Doors will open at 6pm and showtime is at drawings, great food, fresh baked goods, and 7pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for a live broadcast by Polka Joe WMGH. Credit children 12 and under. Tickets may be purcards are accepted. Proceeds will be presented chased by contacting Joe at (570) 807-1091 at the Annual ACS Telethon that airs April or email spellbindmagic@gmail.com. PayPal 8 & 9. The public is invited to attend and and credit cards are accepted. For additional enjoy two great days of free entertainment. information and ticket sales contact Tony To donate items or purchase tickets, please Shebelock with Tiger Den 63 at 570-436call 570.645.4228 or email madula@ptd. 1490. net . Bakers are needed as well and any individual or organization that would like to bake April 1 & 2 may call 570.325.8685 or email lizzy2@ptd. Friends of the Ringtown Library Annual net. Visit the auction /telethon on Facebook Used Book Sale, Saturday, April 1 from 9am under “CancerTelethon” or http://www.face- to 9pm and Sunday, April 2 from 11am to book.com/cancertelethon. Join in the crusade 4pm at the Schuylkill Mall in Frackville. to find a cure. Together we can make a dif- Thousands of books for sale at bargain pricference. es, plus DVD’s, games & puzzles and select magazines! Sunday is $5/bag. For more info, Bingo, Sunday, March 26 at 2pm at L&L visit www.ringtownlibrary.org or https:// Rural Volunteer Fire Company, 390 South www.facebook.com/Ringtown-Area-LiLehigh Gorge Drive in Weatherly. Doors brary-240900092596023/. will open at 1pm. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. For tickets, call Teresa To list your Community Event in our at 570-427-4317 or Becky at 570-956-3458. Calendar, please email the event Proceeds benefit the L&L Rural Volunteer to: editorial@panoramapa.com. Fire Company. April 1 The Lehighton Area Lioness Lions Club will
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2.5 years younger than the league average he sported a 2.01 ERA in Scranton. For the season his ERA was 2.50 over 90 innings. With Yankees in the midst of youth movement, he may find himself in New York by 2018. Mike Papi The Tunkhannock native experienced his first bump in the road after a stellar baseball career up to this point. In 2011, He was a key member of his High School Baseball team which made the finals. After graduating he spent 3 years at the University of Virginia, where he was an All-American. In 2014 he was drafted by the Cleveland Indians as the 38th overall pick, receiving an $1.25 million signing bonus. He made it to AdvancedA Lynchburg in 2015. In 2016, he struggled with much of his offense but maintain a solid .350 On Base Percentage. He was slightly young for the levels he has been competing. 2017 could be defining year for his career. 2015 Draft Picks Update 2015 was a great year for NEPA Baseball. 4 players from the area were selected in the 2015 draft. Mike Nikorak a flame thrower from East Stroudsburg was taken with the 27th pick and signed for over a $2 million signing bonus with the Colorado Rockies. His debut in 2015 was nothing short of miserable. He came roaring back in 2016. Playing at 2.5 years under the league average, he still experiences some control problems but his ERA was a respectable 3.68. At 20 years, old he has plenty reason for optimism Pottsville native, Travis Blankenhorn
was taken in the 3rd round by the Minnesota Twins. He signed for $650,000 and is the 20th rank in the prospect in the Twins system. 2016 was terrific year for the former Crimson Tide standout. Playing at two different levels he batted .293 with a .503 slugging percentage. The Twins are currently in search of a permanent defensive position but his bat is certainly playing in the pros. Joe McCarthy of Scranton and Virginia University was drafted in the 5th round by Tampa Rays and signed for $150,000. As with Blankenhorn, his first run through a full professional season was a successful one. Batting .288 with .425 On Base Percentage. McCarthy will be looking to make a move to High “A” or Double “A” this season. 2016 Draft Picks Tony Hernandez a former Hazleton Area School standout was drafted by the Yankees in the 15th round. He made his debut in the Florida Gulf Coast League in the summer. His first results were mixed but he played at almost 1.5 years younger than the league average.
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Angelo’s Italian House… A Continued Tradition If you have been following the “Love Story” between Angelo and Anna you will know that they met at a young age in Italy, were married and moved to the United Sates and built a life together. All these years later Angelo’s Italian House remains the same. Same Angelo & Anna Bellucci great atmosphere, same great food and same great owners! Today, you can still find Angelo & Anna in the kitchen preparing all of your favorite Italian Specialties. One would say, you can tell that this is a passion of theirs because running a restaurant is not easy by any sense of the word but Angelo and Anna make it look effortless! Located in the Heart of the Old Italian Section on Alter Street sits Angelo’s Italian House… a continued tradition since 1990. If you’ve never eaten there or haven’t been there in a while, stop in for a casual cocktail or an amazing dinner. You will not go away hungry or disappointed. Value, quality and service is top notch! The restaurant is open Tuesday through Friday 11am-2pm for lunch, Tuesday through Thursday 4:30-9:30pm for dinner, Friday & Saturday 4:30-10pm and Sundays 1-9:30pm. For reservations, call 570-454-9364 or find us on RESERVATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR VALENTINE’S DAY Facebook.
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Jim Witter’s “PIANO Men” The Greater Hazleton Concert Series continues its 2016-2017 season with a musical journey through the 70's featuring the music of Elton John and Billy Joel. The program is the brain child of Jim Witter, an award winning country and Christian music singer/songwriter. Jim is widely known for his multi-media programs featuring music of entertainment greats like the Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, Billy Joel and Elton John. Jim’s versatility as an artist has allowed him the opportunity to reach out and share his music and his infectious personality with audiences of all ages across the United States and Canada. Jim and his band will appear live at the Hazleton High School auditorium, 1601 West 23rd Street, on Thursday, March 23 at 7:30 PM. Do you remember where you were when you heard the news that Elvis had died? Do you still watch reruns of “Green Acres”, “The Carol Burnett Show”, “The Brady Bunch” or “All in the Family”? Are they still as funny now as they ever were? Were you glued to the TV console when Neil Armstrong took that monumental first step onto the moon or when President Richard Nixon shocked the nation by announcing his resignation? Then this program was tailor made for you. Do memories from your younger years come barreling back whenever you hear Billy Joel's "Piano Man"? This nostalgia program offers 70’s hits like My Life, Rocket Man, Just the Way You Are, Philadelphia Freedom, Only the Good Die Young, Don’t Let the Sun Go Down On Me, Honesty, Candle in the Wind, and many more.
Travel back to the 70's and the nostalgic world of Jim Witter's Piano Men. Whether you actually lived through the cool 70’s or you are just a fan of the decade, this show will take you on a heartwarming stroll back in time. It’s a year by year musical multimedia feast of favorites that will leave you wishing that the evening would never end. Jim Witter and his band are not only masterful entertainers, they create a magic that makes you immediately feel like you are surrounded by long lost friends. Jim Witter's Piano Men is a "Must See" multi-media musical journey back to the Groovy 70's that should definitely be at the top of any Baby Boomer's bucket list! Invite your friends to join you for an evening
of great family entertainment. The Greater Hazleton Concert Series provides outstanding entertainment at a price that can’t be beat. Individual tickets for the Piano Men are just $30 for adults and $10 for students. All concerts begin at 7:30 PM at the Hazleton High School Auditorium located at 1601 West 23rd Street in Hazleton. This comfortable venue offers abundant, free, lighted parking, and easy access. For reservations or concert information, call Amelia at 570-788-4864, or Cynthia at 570-436-6615. Find more information on all our concerts on The Greater Hazleton Concert Series' web site at www.hazletonconcertseries.org or visit our Facebook page.
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A Soup-er Meal Solution (Family Features) One-pot meals are all the rage, but the original dinner you could make in a single dish still stands the test of time. Whether your tastes tend toward hearty or light, soup is the perfect answer for a simple, fuss-free meal at home or the office. As if you needed more motivation, these five reasons explain why you should grab your favorite spoon and settle in to enjoy a big bowl of piping hot soup. • Weight management. Most experts agree portion control is one of the most important aspects of weight management. With the right ingredients, a single bowl of soup can provide plenty of satiety to carry you comfortably to your next meal. No matter what diet plan you follow, you're sure to find an array of soups that fit your needs. • Quick and easy preparation. A pot that simmers all day is a surprisingly easy way to put dinner on the table. Simply throw all your ingredients in a giant pot or a slow
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Find Better Balance For Family Meals (Family Features) Last year, Americans were only meeting the U.S. Department of Agriculture's MyPlate recommendations for vegetables, fruit, protein, dairy and grain consumption one week out of the entire year. While many families try to cook nutritious meals at home, a balanced plate can be hard to achieve. Educational programs, such as Nestle's Balance Your Plate, make it simple to create delicious and balanced meals by pairing frozen prepared meals and pizzas with made-from-scratch side dishes, which makes meeting the dietary guidelines a more attainable goal. Frozen entrees are a convenient starting point for a well-rounded meal. "It's so important to me that we sit down as a family and have a nutritious meal," said Kim Stoegbauer, creative director and founder of The TomKat Studio, who created a few easy ways to add some special touches to your next family dinner. By pairing Stouffer's Lasagna with Meat & Sauce, made with ingredients you would find in your own kitchen cupboard, with a homemade Panzanella Salad and Garlic Roasted Asparagus with Tomatoes and Balsamic, Stoegbauer demonstrates how easy it is to create a family-friendly meal without the hassle. "It's a frozen entree that you can feel good about feeding your family, especially paired with some delicious and easy-to-prepare sides," Stoegbauer said. Find more simple, delicious and well-balanced meal ideas to share with your family at nestleusa. com/nutrition/balance. Panzanella Salad Recipe courtesy of The TomKat Studio blog on behalf of Stouffer's Ingredients: 1 whole wheat baguette, cut into 1-inch cubes 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar salt & pepper, to taste 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved 1 hothouse cucumber, diced 3 assorted bell peppers, diced 1/2 red onion, diced 10 sprigs basil leaves, julienned Directions: Heat oven to 350 degrees F. On baking sheet, spread bread in single layer and drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Bake 20 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
In bowl, whisk together garlic, mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper with remaining olive oil to make vinaigrette. In large bowl, toss ingredients together, mak- toss together all ingredients, except balsamic vining sure to coat all ingredients with vinaigrette. egar. Roast 15 minutes, or until asparagus is tenServe immediately. Serves 8-10 der. Transfer asparagus and tomatoes to platter. Drizzle with reduced balsamic vinegar to taste Garlic Roasted Asparagus wit and serve. Serves 6 Tomatoes and Balsamic Recipe courtesy of The TomKat Studio blog on behalf of Stouffer's Ingredients: 2 pounds asparagus, ends trimmed 1pint cherry tomatoes 4 garlic cloves, minced salt & black pepper, to taste reduced balsamic vinegar Directions: Heat oven to 375 F degrees. On baking sheet,
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Overnight Asparagus Mushroom Strata Ingredients: 2 teaspoons butter, or as needed 1 3/4 cups sliced crimini mushrooms 5 English muffins, split and toasted 1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper 1/2 onion, finely chopped 8 eggs 2 cups milk 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese Directions: Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir the mushrooms until their liquid has mostly evaporated and the mushrooms are beginning to brown, about 10 minutes. Set the mushrooms aside. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish, and arrange 8 muffin halves, cut sides up, in the bottom of the dish. Stuff pieces of remaining muffins into the spaces between the halves. Spread 1 cup of
Parmesan Crusted Tilapia Ingredients: 4 tilapia fillet 1⁄4 cup cracker crumbs 1⁄4 cup parmesan cheese, grated 1 tbsp Italian seasoning 1 tsp garlic powder 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 kosher salt, to taste 1 pepper, to taste 1 garlic powder, to taste 1 olive oil Directions: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Grease a baking dish. Combine bread crumbs, parmesan, Italian seasoning, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder on a plate; mix well. In a different plate, pour 2 tablespoon lemon juice. Working one at a time, place a fillet in the plate with lemon juice, season to taste with kosher salt (be careful about how much salt is in your parmesan, crumbs, and other seasonings), black pepper, and garlic powder. Turn fish over in the lemon juice and season the other side.
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Dredge fillet in the parmesan mixture, patting it all over to coat. Place in prepared baking dish; repeat with remaining fish. Sprinkle a little lemon juice over fillets and drizzle or spray them lightly with olive oil. Bake for about 20 minutes or until fish easily flakes with a fork and edges are brown. Makes 2 servings
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sight utilizes is even programmed to recognize many images such as pedestrians, bicycles and the rear ends of vehicles. Volvo uses a system called “Lidar” which as it sounds is laser radar. Lidar sends out a signal that bounces off objects in front of it to determine distance and speed. Most automotive braking systems will warn you if a collision is coming. Eyesight will warn you when you’re about a second away from the rear of another vehicle and then apply the brakes lightly. If you don’t react, the system will apply full braking force and the ABS will kick in. Other systems will not warn you but a light will appear on the dash and the brakes will apply lightly. If you don’t react, the brakes will apply forcefully. Other systems will also warn you if you’re following too closely. Many motorists may not even be aware that their vehicle is equipped with automatic brakes. But these systems can save your life if you ever take your eyes off of the road. Automatic braking systems are mainly designed to safeguard against distracted driving, which has become a major reason for many accidents. Since automatic braking has become so effective at reducing fatal collisions, the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety maintains a list of vehicles that incorporate automatic braking systems. Their website will also give the other safety features used on all vehicles. At least 20 major car makers have agreed to make automatic braking systems standard on all of their vehicles starting in 2022. These 20 manufactures represent 99% of the new car market. It will become standard equipment on most medium duty trucks by the year 2025. It is thus a fact that the automotive and trucking industries are moving in the right direction by developing these technologies that will save many lives. HAPPY MOTORING!!
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History Of Hawk Mtn. Labs, Inc. by De Ann Miller, Director of Business Development & Marketing, Hawk Mtn Labs, Inc Hawk Mtn. Labs is an Independent testing started Hawk Mtn. Labs in 1985. Initially, laboratory in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The the business was established as a recycler of Gittleman & Fields families of Pottsville, PA precious metals, but as the regulatory climate changed in the US, industries dictated a need, and we began to service the Anthracite coal AMERICA’S #1 SELLING industry by monitoring the many abandoned BRAND OF DUCTLESS acid mine discharges throughout the region. www.mitsubishi.com Over the next few years our services diversified further to include sampling & analysis of Drinking Water, Waste Water and Coal/ Energy Testing. In the mid-1990s, the business relocated to the Hazleton, PA area. This move proved to
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be a logistically sound decision. Hawk Mtn. Labs was now in the middle of the Anthracite Region with easy access and proximity to Interstates 80 & 81 and Northeast Extension of the PA Turnpike. We were now strategically located and poised to expand our market range and services throughout the Northeast PA Region. In 1999, Jeff Gittleman, representing the second generation of the family, became the sole owner of Hawk Mtn. Labs. From the time Jeff purchased the family business to present day, Hawk Mtn. Labs has grown and developed significantly. We continue to service the Coal Industry, but the testing initiatives have changed. Our charge today is to provide high quality solid fuel analysis for coals used in the production of electricity, and to provide support to ensure that the combustion by-products (Fly Ash) returned to our area, for use in reclamation of abandoned mine lands, are nonhazardous, beneficial and acceptable to permitted limits. Guided by regulatory directives and market demands, Hawk Mtn. Labs has further diversified our Field and Laboratory services to include Geo Technical support with the testing of Soil, Materials & Concrete, and has taken steps to become certified in Field Sampling. Moving forward, part of our growth and diversification will be realized we as look to the new markets and opportunities that are developing as a result of the activity in and surrounding the Natural Gas Markets in the Marcellus and Utica Shale Regions. Hawk Mtn. Labs holds certification with International Standards Organization under ISO-9001-2008, has recently made application for ISO 17025, and is accredited by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) under State Chapter 252. For more information about our Company and Services, please visit us at www. hawkmtnlabs.com or contact our office at 570-455-6011.
MASTER GARDENER: Asparagus: Part II by Mary Ann Miller, Master Gardener In February I focused on how to select, cultivate, and harvest asparagus plants. This month’s article will provide information about pest and disease control and post harvest care of the asparagus bed. Asparagus beetles are the biggest problem we have encountered. There are two varieties of beetles, both about one third inch in size. One is black, white and red-orange, the other orange with black spots. These pests chew on the foliage and lay their eggs on the stems, which appear as little black protrusions. (See the illustration from the University of Maryland Extension.) The eggs can be wiped off with a damp cloth to clean the spears for eating. If eggs hatch, they develop into small, gray slug-like larva which feed on the asparagus plants. Keeping all of the spears cut during the harvest rather than allowing some of them to develop foliage reduces the danger of attracting asparagus beetles. However we have had a lot of beetle damage during the past few years, especially when the plants are stressed by dry weather. You can hand pick adult beetles if you seek them in the cool of the day when they are sluggish and more easily caught. Ladybugs and parasitic wasps help to control beetles. Growing dill in the asparagus bed attracts beneficial insects, but unfortunately
dill emerges after asparagus so it provides little assistance in the early season. There are insecticides approved for beetle control, including organic formulations, but I don’t use them during the harvest season. They can be applied after the harvest to keep the population in check for the remainder of the growing season. If you raise chickens, letting them clean the bed for a few days after harvest is supposed to be very effective. Cleaning the bed carefully at the end of the growing season helps to eliminate overwintering of pests. Diseases which affect asparagus are rust, fusarium wilt and root rot. Rust is the most common disease and can seriously reduce yields and weaken the crowns. Small reddish-brown pustules appear on the stems and leaves. The New Jersey hybrids recommended for our area are rust resistant. If rust does appear, apply an approved fungicide after all spears have been harvested for the season. Wilting, yellow foliage is a sign of fusariam wilt or root rot. These diseases can usually be avoided by planting only disease free crowns in well-drained soil. After harvest is the safest time to apply pesticides and fungicides when needed. It is also time to care for the bed to promote future production. The bed should be thoroughly weeded at this time. An herbicide can be used if you cut all spears to ground level before applying. Because asparagus tolerates salt, a solution of 2 pounds of salt to 1 gallon of water can also be used to kill weeds.
Once weeds have been controlled, apply a high nitrogen fertilizer to encourage foliage growth to feed the crowns for the next growing season. Mulch the bed to keep weeds in check. New spears will quickly emerge and fern out. Allow ferns to grow throughout the season. Cut down the ferns once they have browned in late fall and clean the bed thoroughly. Top dress with some compost or rotted manure and cover with leaves or straw to protect the crowns during the winter. Asparagus emerges early in spring. Remove most of the winter mulch before you expect the spears to appear so that you do not damage any emerging plants by raking. Late spring freezes will damage new spears, so they should be harvested or covered when excessively cold temperatures are predicted. One year we lost our entire first cutting of this precious vegetable because of a hard freeze. Leaving some mulch on the bed in spring can help to protect the young spears. To learn more about growing asparagus call Penn State Extension Luzerne County at 1-888-825-1701. You may also consult Penn State’s excellent Vegetable Gardening resource which may be downloaded for free at http:// extension.psu.edu/publications/agrs-115
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New Neutrals Dominate The Color Trends Of 2017 (BPT) - From furniture to walls, new homes to remodels, cool grays have dominated home design palettes for the last five years. Look to 2017 to gently shake things up with a focus on fresh neutrals that bring warm and cool tones together to create versatile color with timeless appeal. One of the most notable trends of the year is the transition of neutrals from monochrome gray to warmer hues, including complex taupe, beige, khaki and brown colors. These warmer tones create an inviting feeling, and while grays will continue to be popular, look for hybrid hues that blend the best of gray with warmer undertones for colors that are unique, yet familiar. The perfect example of this trend is Poised Taupe (SW 6039), the Sherwin-Williams 2017 Color of the Year. Earthen brown combines with conservative gray resulting in a weathered, woodsy and complex neutral that fits well in virtually any room. "Poised Taupe celebrates everything people love about cool gray as a neutral, and also brings in the warmth of brown, taking a color to an entirely new level," says Sue Wadden, director of color marketing for Sherwin-Williams. "Not cool or warm, nor gray or brown, Poised Taupe brings a sense of coziness and harmony that people are seeking." If you're looking to refresh your space with this new color trend, there are countless opportunities. Here are four stunning home decor themes using this up-and-coming color: Cornflower hues With its cool-yet-warm vibe, Poised Taupe is an ideal complement to cornflower hues.
For example, when paired with the faded indigo of Stardew (SW 9138), it creates a charming palette ideal for French countryside aesthetics. This fun twist on a classic is sure to produce timeless results in the kitchen or this mysterious palette with a neutral like living spaces. Poised Taupe and you'll have a look that is unexpected and gorgeous. Organic re-imagined Create an updated nature-inspired palette Yellow pop in your home with citrus green, weathered Gray tones always provide a clean, modern bronze, mustard yellow and light, cool-toned blue paired with earthy neutrals like Poised base, but contrasting these hues with vivid Taupe. This contemporary organic look is colors allows you to transform any room into perfectly re-imagined for the modern world a contemporary paradise. Try using the deep teal of Marea Baja (SW 9185) and sunny with just the right amount of visual appeal. hued Bee (SW 6683) alongside Poised Taupe to create a graphic look perfect for the office Wine and taupe Saturated color pairings that evoke deep or kids rooms. moods are gaining popularity. Taking cues Ready to make this the year you update from baroque and romanticism designs, the your house with fresh designs and stunning Sherwin-Williams Noir palette is rich with colors? To learn more about top trends for colors that are reminiscent of vine-ripe fruits, dramatic wine colors and deep blues. Balance 2017, visit www.sherwin-williams.com.
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Smart Storage Ideas To Squeeze Extra Space From Your Bathroom (BPT) - Shampoo bottles, makeup tools, lotions, linens and laundry - the bathroom is one of the most frequented rooms in the home and clutter can collect quickly. Stop the chaos before it gets out of control by implementing some smart storage solutions. With these simple ideas, your bathroom will be the most functional and fashionable room in the
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