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July 2019, the people of the United States will celebrate 243 years as a “Free Nation.” To commemorate this, Panorama Magazine is publishing the complete US Constitution, Bill of Rights, and all the Amendments. We are doing this to provide our readers a keepsake of these documents. Please note: The cover of the special supplement is a pastel painting called “Spirit of America,” by Nelda Patison who happens to be a friend of mine from high school. When I saw this
The Spirit of America by Nelda Patison
I would proudly state that I am a patriotic person. The American Flag unfurling in the wind, be it at a parade, a rodeo or just snapping briskly above the courthouse still causes me to stop, look, remember and give thanks for all that we have in this country. Where I live the bald eagle is a fairly common sight, soaring high or gliding right above the river; it is a magnificent presence. That this majestic bird was chosen to represent America is a very powerful message and when you combine the both, the American Flag and the Bald Eagle, you have represented the core of what we stand for. When creating this painting, I wanted to portray that the Eagle and the Flag were united, that the two became one symbol and the bowed head of the eagle represents our acknowledgement that we are great because of the presence of God in our nation. M AY L AT H
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painting on her Facebook, I knew I had to have it. The original is hanging on my wall at Panorama Magazine. In May of 1787, 55 delegates to the United States Constitutional Convention set off to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Traveling in the late 18th Century was not easy. What would take modern Americans just a few hours took the founding fathers weeks. The delegates from New Hampshire were particularly unlucky, thus not arriving at the Convention until the middle of July. It had already been in session for two months! The Virginia delegates made better time and were the first to arrive at the State House in Philadelphia. The very first man at the convention was renowned “Father of the Constitution,” James Madison. While waiting for the others, he began drafting a blueprint which would be eventually known as the Virginia Plan. The Virginia Plan was a proposal by Virginia delegates for a bicameral legislative branch. The document is important for its role in setting the stage for the convention and, for creating the idea of representation according to population. The Constitutional Convention originally gathered in Philadelphia to revise the articles of confederation, only to produce something much different. The Virginia Delegation, headed by James Madison, framed the debate by immediately drawing up and presenting a proposal. Edmund Randolph, the Governor of Virginia (eventual member of the committee of detail), officially put it before the convention on May 29, 1787. The Virginia Plan’s 15 Resolution broadened the debate to include what form the structure and power of the national government would take. It was the first document to produce a separation of power into an executive, legislative, and judicial brand. The Virginia plan also proposed that the legislative branch should consist of two houses. In these two houses, each of the States would be represented in proportion to their population. The States with large populations, like Virginia (which was the most populous State at the time), would have more representatives than smaller States. Naturally, the larger States approved of this notion, but the smaller ones did not. continued on page 17
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The Ronald McDonald Houses - "A Home Away From Home" by Alice Horton, CEO, Honest Abe’s Taxes Unfortunately a family may sometimes have a medical situation with a child that requires medical treatment that is at a distance from their home. When that happens, it can be for a few days, few months, and even years. Added costs to the medical bills is the costs for the family to commute, which may not be feasible, and/or a place to stay and food. Near many hospitals the Ronald McDonald Foundation has built houses which are funded primarily by donations at the register and by fund raisers for the houses. The house is "A Home Away from Home". Sleeping quarters for families, fully stocked kitchens, family rooms, playrooms for siblings staying at the house, washer - dryers, etc are the features provided the family and its members who find themselves as guests at the house while a beloved child is in a nearby hospital. Some houses have even other features. The costs to stay at the houses is free for the families but a donation is accepted if a family chooses to give one. When you or anyone you know experience the peace of mind and comfort this program provides, you will always then support it. My family experienced it about 6 years ago; two years ago, I decided to start an annual fundraiser to support the most local houses, Danville and Scranton. December 2017, we raised $1800 by bringing in tribute artists to Neil Diamond, Barbra Streisand, and Barry Manilow. We did 50/50 raffles, Chinese auction and spaghetti dinner. For all that came it was a great evening of entertainment and fun. Mother nature dumped the first snow of the year; thus many were unable to attend. September 2018 we again raised $1800, via a concert, with food and a car show, that was a tribute to the Beach Boys, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, and Elvis. Now on August 3, in Allentown, at the Scottish Rites Cathedral, we will present an evening with a tribute to Elvis performed by Jim Parsley, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, a return performance by Ragdoll, and more. All attending will have an evening to remember. Jim Parsley has been performing for over 15 years as Elvis; he looks like Elvis; he sounds like Elvis and he moves like Elvis!
He has won first place 5 times as an Elvis Impersonator in competitions, performed at Dover Downs Casino, and has numerous awards. Ragdoll is a group formed over 5 years ago and has played across the country wowing audiences with their performance; all the band members have performed music professionally for years.
Show information can be found on the internet at AllAmericanTop40AMradiotour. com or you can come by the office of Honest Abe's Taxes (open Monday through Friday). We will have snack foods and a Chinese auction again. Come have a fantastic evening out and help support this great program at the same time!
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Have You Failed To File Taxes For Years? by Alice Horton, CEO, Honest Abe’s Taxes Taxpayers have come into our office facing multiple unfiled years of taxes ranging from 3 to 20! Generally, you have three years to file a return and receive a refund; if you do not, you lose the refund. When you owe taxes generally the government can choose to go back further than three years. • Case A: taxpayer had not filed in 10 years.
We contacted the IRS and the IRS says, “No, you have filed.” The taxpayer knew he had not; therefore, we had a case of identity theft. It took months but we cleared it with the taxpayer filing accurate returns for six years and now he gets an ID pin letter every year from the government to protect his tax return filing!
• Case B: taxpayer had not filed in 10 years. The taxpayer owed child support and did not want the refund attached. When the taxpayer was notified by the IRS the end of the story was ironical in that the 7 years of non-refund availability were all refunds and would have paid half his past due child support and the three open years had a sum of balance due of over $3000! • Case C: taxpayer thought they had 4 years to file. The taxpayer’s wife always took care of tax filing. When the IRS was contacted it was found out that returns had not been filed for over ten years! The IRS required six years as they had income for that time frame for the taxpayers. • Case D: taxpayer had not filed in 20 years. The government had income information only on three years and therefore agreed to the taxpayer filing only those three years. Fortunately in that case we had already prepared two years as the tax payer required that for a home loan, leaving only one year to rebuild and file. So, the moral of the story, no matter how many years that you have failed to file you should step up to resolve your unfiled years. Your result may be good, it may be bad; but, you will be able to sleep and not worry about the IRS knocking on your door or taking your home. Call us today. Honest Abe’s Business & Tax Services, 310 S. Church Street, Ste C-3, Hazleton, PA -- Over 40 years experience! Contact us today, 570-861-8297 or yourtaxpartner@aol.com.
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spent the next forty years building my business. Currently, I am located on North Church Street in Dr. Greco’s Building designing hair for the entire family. My salon offers a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. I adore all my clients and getting to know their personalities and lifestyles helps me create the right look for them. I want them to leave my salon feeling happy and fabulous! I have always had a keen interest in makeup artistry and skin care and in my earlier years, I worked at the Elizabeth Arden Makeup Counter in Boscov’s. I am still a firm believer in Elizabeth Arden skincare and makeup products. To offer the latest styles, trends and colors, I keep myself updated by attending many classes and workshops. Along with being a licensed cosmetologist, I enjoy event planning for all occasions. After 49 years, my salon continues to be successful by providing quality service at reasonable prices to all its clients. Contact us at 570-4544191 to schedule an appointment. SEE MY AD ON PAGE 15!
look with hand-crafted story book banners and an old dresser painted a creamy yellow in chalk paint—the perfect spot for farm-themed trinkets and penny candy in baskets in drawers and a chair paired with a petite book stand filled with children’s books for reading out loud. Some of my friends and other folks, have asked, “Why are you doing this?” their eyes on my hands pumping air into paper-thin balloons that quadruple in length and then get twisted, and turned and squeezed into bright flowers with stems or maybe rabbits holding orange carrots. I tell them, “I love birthdays, especially birthdays on a farm!” In addition to birthdays, Mimms Country Inn, is a six-bedroom farmhouse situated on 250 acres that can be booked for the day or for overnight stays! Looking for an adventure, you have found the right spot! Come to Mimm’s and go hiking, picnicking, fishing, swimming, have hot dog & marshmallow roast and so much more! For more information, contact Marcia at 570573-3003. SEE MY AD ON PAGE 15!
Vintage Birthday Parties at Mimm’s Country Inn I’m very excited for families to celebrate their Birthdays at Mimm’s Country Inn, in New Ringgold, Schuylkill County. In preparation for this venue, I’ve had to learn new skills like twisting balloons, spinning cotton candy to look like a flower, to be crafty, an overnight decorator, and to come up with a vintage look for the outside of the farm. A long-forgotten, old fashioned
Zanolini Nursery & Country Shop…A Family Tradition for Over 30 Years As a second generation, family owned business, Zanolini Nursery & Country Shop has been providing plants for all occasions and more since 1987. We are a locally operated retail plant nursery and country shop located in the beautiful Drums Valley. Our store changes seasonally and we take pride in offering a relaxed, inviting atmosphere for everyone. Our knowledgeable and friendly staff is always ready to help you find exactly what you need. We are residential and commercial landscapers. We specialize in mulches, stone, gravel and hardscape materials for your landscape to look pristine and polished. We are your home and garden experts and we’ll give you an idea of what would work best for your property. We are your wedding flower experts! Our mission is to make sure every detail about your flowers look incredible. In addition to bridal party flowers, ceremony flowers and centerpieces, we also provide arches, ferns, and garden plants. We also have years of experience decorating venues. While you’re here, visit our stunning Country Shop full of wonderful home and garden accents, centerpieces, wreaths, jewelry, handbags and so much more. Our shop has everything you need for gift giving. Feel free to contact us at 570-788-3152 with questions or to schedule a consultation. SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 15!
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Art & Antiques by Dr. Lori Preservation Tips For Paintings And Prints by Lori Verderame People love their collections. No matter the type of object—cookie jars, military memorabilia, fine art prints—collectors want to add to a collection, display their assembled objects, and enjoy learning more about their treasures. One of the most important and interesting aspects of collecting is preserving collectibles, albeit art or antiques, for the long term. Many collections include family heirlooms or assembled collections that will be handed down so preserving a collection is very important. Here are some key points about how to protect, preserve, and enjoy your collections. Light is the real problem when it comes to preservation of paintings and works on paper. UV protection using UV-filtered or opaque materials are key to preventing fading and light damage. One of the best ways to preserve fine art is investing in quality framing. For an oil on canvas painting, a frame will protect both the stretcher and the canvas as well as give a finished look to the painting. Unlike paintings which should not be framed under glass as a general rule, prints require a different type of protection. Prints and other works on paper like antique maps, historic documents, etc. should be matted and framed under glass using materials that are free of acid in order to protect the paper. For acid free materials like mats and storage boxes, a pH level of 7.0 or greater used at the time of manufacture and adhesives that are pH neutral are recommended for framing fragile works on paper. Some acid free materials are made free of lignin, which can produce acid and darken paper known as tanning or acid burning. Some of the most critical damage that happens to art and antiques happens when objects are stored. When you first put them away in storage, everything is fine but over time, change in temperature and humidity, and other affects that occur when no one is looking will impact the condition and value of an antique collection. Although it is little known, significant damage can occur during storage. It is important to store objects in archival boxes intended for a certain type and
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size of collectible. Support is necessary for fragile objects and storage containers like archival boxes need to be constructed to stand the test of time. One size does not fit all when it comes to storage. Large paintings should be stored off the floor, preferably hanging up. If there is no room for that storage solution, then store large paintings standing upright. While it may seem convenient, never lay paintings flat, face up under a bed. Smaller paintings may be stored upright back to back and face to face on separated shelves. Use acid free foam core dividers to prevent the wire from the back of one painting from scratching the front of another painting. There are specific techniques to protecting art, a good rule of thumb is to handle with care, display works of art away from direct sunlight and store works in areas where temperature and humidity fluctuations are minimal. Dr. Lori Verderame is an author and awardwinning TV personality on History channel’s #1 TV show, The Curse of Oak Island. With a Ph.D. from Penn State University and experience appraising 20,000 antiques every year from audiences nationwide, Dr. Lori presents antique appraisal events worldwide. Visit www.DrLoriV.com or call (888) 431-1010.
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The New Jersey Plan which was the alternative to the Virginia Plan, proposed a single chamber legislature in which each State, regardless of size, would have one vote as under the Articles of Confederation. This, like the Virginia Plan, was not accepted. The convention eventually settled on the Connecticut compromise which was a middle ground between the Virginia Plan and the New Jersey Plan. Instead of having one house with equal representation, there would be two houses. The first house, the House of Representatives would have representation according to population. The second house, the Senate would have an equal number of representatives regardless of population (two per State). Thanks to the forward thinking of James Madison, the drafting of the Virginia Plan allowed the convention to get off to a good start, granting Madison the title of “Father of the Constitution.” Our founding father and first President, George Washington, said of the constitution “The power under the constitution will always be in the people. It is entrusted for certain defined purposes and for a certain limited period, to representatives of their own choosing; and whenever it is executed, contrary to their interest, or not agreeable to their wishes, their servants can and undoubtedly will be recalled.”
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School Is Out! What’s For Lunch? by Missy Nenstiel, Brandon’s Forever Home
Now that school is out and summer is in full swing many of us are enjoying the sunshine, planning family trips and just taking it a little slower. If you’re like me summertime means picnics friends and family! For nearly 13 million American children summertime can mean disconnection, unsupervised time, and food insecurity. According to a brookings.edu article from June 2018, children’s exposure to food insecurity in the United States is worse than it was before the Great Recession. What does it mean to be food insecure? To be food insecure means that an individual has limited access to food and nutrition due to a few factors like cost, proximity and other resources. Low income families are most at risk.
Feedingamerica.com mentions that there is a direct impact of hunger on health. Hunger and health are deeply connected. People who are food insecure are disproportionally affected by diet-sensitive chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure, and according to research, food insecurity is also linked to many adverse effects to overall health. Poor nutrition is linked to poor mental health and school performance. During the school year many children rely on school meals to provide them with not just lunch but breakfast as well. Many times, school meals are the only meals a child will get in a day or even a week. When school is dismissed for the summer or even a long holiday, they have now lost that important resource. Brandon’s Forever Home proudly offers a weekly food distribution which currently serves over 40 local families each Wednesday. Our staff and team of devoted volunteers assemble groceries including pantry items, frozen foods, meats, and fresh produce. We also have paper products avail-
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able such as diapers, wipes, and paper towels. A large part of the mission of Brandon’s Forever Home is to be a resource for not only children in foster care but for the entire family. Our family activity nights, seasonal activities, and reading readiness program all offer a family meal to participants. Food is huge at BFH! Our kitchen is ServSafe certified and we utilize the CEO Weinberg food bank in Pittston as our main source of inventory. (They do amazing things!) If you know of a child who is hungry or a family in need of food, please send them our way. Our trained staff can assist them in joining the food distribution. We are all brothers and sisters in this community and here to help in any way we can. If you’d like to learn more about the services, we offer to foster and adoptive children and families as well as the community please visit our website www.brandonsforeverhome.com or email us at missybfh@ptd.net We would be happy to speak with you!
A Glimpse Into The Past: Charlotte Drifton Coxe (1873-1939) by John Shaffer, Historic Researcher, Sophia Coxe Foundation Charlotte Drifton Coxe was the first of four children born to Brinton and Maria Coxe. Charlotte Coxe and Her father was Family. Photo Courtesy Eckley B. Coxe’s of John Shaffer. older brother— a partner in Coxe Brothers & Company and a noted scholar of constitutional law. Her mother was a younger sister of Sophia Coxe. Although Brinton, Maria and their family would largely reside in Philadelphia, they also maintained a home in Drifton. When apart, the two sisters regularly corresponded— Sophia affectionately addressing her younger sister as “Rix”. Charlotte’s education combined private tutoring and at least a year at Mrs. Comegys’ and Miss Bell’s School, a boarding school “for young ladies” in Chestnut Hill. Charlotte and her sisters would become regular participants in the annual round of dances, dinners and theater “box parties” which comprised the Philadelphia social scene of the late nineteenth century. This preparation, typical for the daughters of wealthy Philadelphia families of the period, would normally lead to a “suitable” match within a restricted circle of established families, whose surnames appeared repeatedly in the social columns of the city’s newspapers. But Charlotte’s life took an unexpected turn in 1903. During a trip to Europe, Charlotte met and became romantically involved with a young Austrian officer named Emmerich (Imre) Teuber. Details differ from source to source, but whether their first meeting was at a ball in Vienna or while mountain climbing in the Tyrol, their destinies were soon intertwined. When Charlotte sailed back to America, Emmerich followed. The proposed match was not greeted with enthusiasm at home, since it would require Charlotte to cross continents and religious lines. According to The Philadelphia Ledger, their marriage ceremony was witnessed by “only a few members of the immediate family.” Several days later, the couple departed for Vienna.
In later years their lives would be touched by geopolitical events which added substantial stresses, both familial and financial. America’s entry into World War I opposite the German and Austro-Hungarian empires placed Charlotte’s American and European families at odds. Prior to World War II, their lives would
once again be affected by events beyond their control. Charlotte died in 1939, at the age of 66, shortly after “the Anschluss” – Hitler’s entry into Austria. Emmerich had become a founding leader of the Austrian scouting movement. He would be closely watched by Nazi authorities until his own death three years later in 1942.
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Fun Ways To Inspire Kids’ Imaginations (NAPS)—According to numerous studies, imaginative play in childhood can be critical to cognitive and social development. Research suggests that make-believe games can increase language usage, help with self-regulation, let children express a range of emotions, and teach them to think creatively. In addition, keeping kids’ brains active and engaged can help prevent a decline in academic skills during school breaks. So with all of these benefits, how can you encourage more imaginative play? One idea is to create a prop box filled with items to spark imagination. Objects such as stuffed animals, cardboard boxes, fun clothes, and foreign coins can all inspire kids to pretend. You can also encourage games and imaginative play that incorporate intellectual challenges. Some examples include designing the best paper airplane, coming up with new games using only a ball and basket, or creat-
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to stop by and get your tickets for our Tricky Trays which ends Saturday evening. If you are interested in making a Monetary Donation or would like to donate a Gift Basket or Gift Certificate for our Tricky Trays, please contact Donna @ 484-464-5438. Donations are always appreciated. July 7 Community Bible Fellowship, 458 West Spruce Street, Hazleton (corner of James & Spruce) invites you to a “Free Hot Lunch” on Sunday, June 7 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, no take-outs please. We look forward to seeing you! 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 Institute at 7pm. Beaver Meadows Community Recreation presents Concerts in The Park, Sunday, July 7 at Memorial Park Beaver Meadows. Refreshments available. Bee Knees from 6 to 8pm Cornhole Tournament: Registration @ 5:30pm. July 19, 20, 21 Friends of the Ringtown Library Annual Used Book Sale, Friday, July 19, Saturday, July 20, and Sunday, July 21 @ the Ringtown Valley Senior Citizens, 104 W. Main Street in Ringtown. Times: Friday 1 to 7pm, Saturday 8am to 3pm and Sunday Noon to 3pm. Thousands of books
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July 22 The Cranberry Quilt Guild of Hazleton will be hosting a guest speaker at their monthly meeting on July 22, 2019. Joyce Hughes, a self-taught quilter and fabric artist, will give a lecture presentation called, "My Journey into Quilting." She has made Art quilts, designed handbags, done thread painting and has won numerous awards for her work. This meeting will be held in the fellowship hall of Faith United Church of Christ, off Airport Beltway in Hazleton. Doors open at 6pm, with the meeting held from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Refreshments will be served. To list your Community Event in our Calendar, please email the event to: editorial@panoramapa.com.
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Ice cream's origins are known to reach back as far as the second century B.C., although no specific date of origin nor inventor has been undisputably credited with its discovery. We know that Alexander the Great enjoyed snow and ice flavored with honey and nectar. Biblical references also show that King Solomon was fond of iced drinks during harvesting. During the Roman Empire, Nero Claudius Caesar (A.D. 54-86) frequently sent runners into the mountains for snow, which was then flavored with fruits and juices. Over a thousand years later, Marco Polo returned to Italy from the Far East with a recipe that closely resembled what is now called sherbet. Historians estimate that this recipe evolved into ice cream sometime in the 16th century. England seems to have discovered ice cream at the same time, or perhaps even earlier than the Italians. "Cream Ice," as it was called, appeared regularly at the table of Charles I during the 17th century. France was introduced to similar frozen desserts in 1553 by the Italian Catherine de Medici when she became the wife of Henry II of France. It wasn't until 1660 that ice cream was made available to the general public. The Sicilian Procopio introduced a recipe blending milk, cream, butter and eggs at Café Procope,
the first café in Paris. The first official account of ice cream in the New World comes from a letter written in 1744 by a guest of Maryland Governor William Bladen. The first advertisement for ice cream in this country appeared in the New York Gazette on May 12, 1777, when confectioner Philip Lenzi announced that ice cream was available "almost every day." Records kept by a Chatham Street, New York, merchant show that President George Washington spent approximately $200 for ice cream during the summer of 1790. Inventory records of Mount Vernon taken after Washington's death revealed "two pewter ice cream pots." President Thomas Jefferson was said to have a favorite 18-step recipe for an ice cream delicacy that resembled a modern-day Baked Alaska. In 1813, Dolley Madison served a magnificent strawberry ice cream creation at President Madison's second inaugural banquet at the White House. Until 1800, ice cream remained a rare and exotic dessert enjoyed mostly by the elite. Around 1800, insulated ice houses were invented. Manufacturing ice cream soon became an industry in America, pioneered in 1851 by a Baltimore milk dealer named Jacob Fussell. Like other American industries, ice cream production increased because of technological innovations, including steam power, mechanical refrigeration, the homogenizer, electric power and motors, packing machines, and new freezing processes and equipment. In addition, motorized delivery vehicles dramatically changed the industry. Due to ongoing technological advances, today's total frozen dairy annual production in the United States is more than 1.6
billion gallons. Wide availability of ice cream in the late 19th century led to new creations. In 1874, the American soda fountain shop and the profession of the "soda jerk" emerged with the invention of the ice cream soda. In response to religious criticism for eating "sinfully" rich ice cream sodas on Sundays, ice cream merchants left out the carbonated water and invented the ice cream "Sunday" in the late 1890's. The name was eventually changed to "sundae" to remove any connection with the Sabbath. Ice cream became an edible morale symbol during World War II. Each branch of the military tried to outdo the others in serving ice cream to its troops. In 1945, the first "floating ice cream parlor" was built for sailors in the western Pacific. When the war ended, and dairy product rationing was lifted, America celebrated its victory with ice cream. Americans consumed over 20 quarts of ice cream per person in 1946. In the 1940s through the ‘70s, ice cream production was relatively constant in the United States. As more prepackaged ice cream was sold through supermarkets, traditional ice cream parlors and soda fountains started to disappear. Now, specialty ice cream stores and unique restaurants that feature ice cream dishes have surged in popularity. These stores and restaurants are popular with those who remember the ice cream shops and soda fountains of days past, as well as with new generations of ice cream fans.
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The 1959 Fleer Ted Williams Set by Rev. Connell A. McHugh In the 1950s, Bowman and Topps had a virtual monopoly on baseball cards. Some players allowed both Bowman and Topps to print their cards while others signed with only one company. Topps bought out Bowman in 1955 after Bowman issued their famous “Television Set” in which players appeared as if they were on a TV screen. From 1956 through 1958, only Topps manufactured Major League baseball cards except for regional issues which were usually small sets of a particular team. I have always been intrigued with the Ted Williams set and finally purchased a mid-grade one, generally speaking is about in Excellent condition. My set does not include card number 68 on which Williams is pictured with a Hall of Famer, Bucky Harris,
who was born in Port Jervis, New York but grew up in Pittston, Pa. Harris managed in 4 different decades and also had a fine 12 year career as a second baseman who had a lifetime .274 average. Harris appears as the Red Sox General Manager with Ted Williams on card number 68. The card is entitled Ted signs for 1959 and is worth $600 and up in near Mint condition. The rest of the set is worth approximately as much as that one card. The 1959 Fleer set relates Ted’s early interest in baseball, traces his Minor League days, his Major League career, his years in the military, his interest and accomplishments in fishing and hunting and his skill as a pilot. Each of the cards of the 1959 Fleer Ted Williams set contains a good deal of interesting information about Williams on the back of the
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card. Reading the cards offers one a good deal of knowledge of the great batting feats of Williams, his dedication to his country and his striving for excellence in all his undertakings. The set contains multiple player cards on which Williams is pictured with other great baseball players and stars of other sports. Among the players depicted with Williams are Babe Ruth (twice), Jimmy Foxx, Eddie Collins and Joe Cronin, all Hall of Famers. Williams also appears with legendary longtime Red Sox owner, Tom Yawkey who initiated the Jimmy Fund, golfing great, Sammy Snead and one of the greatest, if not the greatest athlete, Jim Thorpe. Card number 70 depicts Williams and Thorpe together and is my favorite card in the set. The back of the card reflects the insensitivity of the times when it refers to Jim Thorpe as “The Old Injun”. One of the things I learned about Williams from the set was that he was a very willing autograph signer. One of the cards even tells you the address to send the Boston Red Sox with a self-addressed stamped envelope to receive a Ted Williams autograph. Today most Ted Williams’ autographs are $100 and up depending on the type of item and condition. Another thing the card set discussed was Ted Williams’ kindness to children. He especially liked signing autographs for boys and girls and was happy to give them batting tips. The set also pointed out how Williams would give batting advice very willingly to anyone who approached him, including his opponents. Sometimes one might view Williams as a surly loner because of a tempestuous longtime relationship with the press. I found the section on Ted’s military career quite fascinating. Williams had a great devotion to his country and twice served in the prime of his career. This took away 5 productive years from his baseball career. He was a superior Navy and later Marine pilot who also served as an instructor of pilots. Ted Williams flew 17 combat missions in Korea. The Fleer set also treats the injuries that Ted Williams had to face throughout his career. While I had a pretty good knowledge of the hitting feats of Williams, the set reinforced this knowledge. To say Williams’ statistics are amazing is an understatement. Williams led the American League in batting 6 times including at the ages of 39 and 40. He led the League in slugging percentage 9 times and only Babe Ruth had a higher lifetime slugging percentage. Williams paced the League in homeruns 4 times, in runs scored 6 times, including 5 times in a row from 1940 through 1944. He also received the most
walks, 8 times. Williams had a low strikeout percentage for a slugger less than 10% of his at bats. The Fleer 1959 Ted Williams can be found for sale on ebay. An Excellent to Mint set without card number 68 would run $600 to $900. You can purchase a Very Good to Excellent set for $400 to $500 or so. For Ted Williams fans, it is an absolutely great set to own. The price is not at all outlandish when you consider that the regular 1954 through 1958 Topps cards range $250 and up in Excellent condition. Besides missing card number 68 in the Fleer Ted Williams set, ironically I have a 1954 Bowman set which is considered a complete set without card number 66, Ted Williams. The 1954 Bowman Williams goes for around $2500 in near Mint condition and is very scarce. It is one of the few sets in which any card other than a superstar rookie is more expensive than Mickey Mantle which goes for around $1750 in near Mint condition. Because of Ted Williams having an exclusive contract with Topps, the company either sued Bowman or threatened to sue and Bowman stopped producing the Williams card. Teammate Jimmy Piersall was then printed as card number 66 but Piersall is also card number 210 in the 1954 Bowman set.. References: • Macmillan Baseball Encyclopedia • The Standard Catalogue of Baseball Cards most recent Edition • My 1959 Ted Williams Set • My Own Knowledge of Baseball Cards
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12th Annual Coal Miner’s Heritage Festival Sunday, July 14th “A Celebration Of Coal Region Heritage And Cuture" by Zachary Petroski The 12th Annual Coal Miner’s Heritage Festival is set for Sunday, July 14, 2019 from 10 AM to 5 PM on the grounds of the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum in Lansford, PA. This unique, educational, and fun event celebrates Northeastern Pennsylvania’s anthracite coal region history, culture, crafts, food, and music. The event is presented by the Panther Creek Valley Foundation, the parent non-profit organization of the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum. Admission to the festival grounds, museum, and parking are free. Underground tours of the No. 9 Coal Mine will be available throughout the day for a nominal charge. The No. 9 Coal Mine is the world’s oldest continuously operated deep anthracite coal mine having first been opened by the Lehigh Coal and Navigation Company in 1855 and operating until June of 1972. The guided mine tours are approximately one hour in length including the train ride into and out of the mine. The “Wash Shanty” Museum on the grounds houses one of the region’s largest collections of anthracite coal mining artifacts, tools, photographs, and memorabilia. Many unique attractions and exhibits are offered as part of this year’s Heritage Festival. In keeping with tradition, the Coal Miner’s Shoveling Competition is always a favorite event. Anyone over the age of 16 is invited to participate in this competition where the goal is to shovel a half ton of coal in the shortest time. In past years this event has been very competitive drawing participants from throughout the coal re-
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gion. This event begins at 2 PM with trophies being awarded to the winners. Interesting and fun exhibits will highlight coal region heritage and culture such as an old time “Wash Day” exhibit, an- tique vehicles, coal advertising signs, coal region beer trays, a display of old fashioned moonshine making equipment, and mine safety and rescue displays. A variety of great coal region music will be featured throughout the Heritage Festival. Entertainment will be provided by WMGH Polka Program, live with “Polka Joe” Manjack, DJ Shawn Frederickson with classic coal region music, folk music by Van Wagner, Jay Smar, and Dave Matsinko as they stroll the grounds. Throughout the day re-enactors will walk the grounds in authentic “patch town” outfits performing skits and telling stories of the mines. A wide variety
of vendors, ethnic foods, and festival favorites will also be available. The Coal Miner’s Heritage Festival is put on every year by the Panther Creek Valley Foundation, a registered 501C3 non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of the region’s anthracite coal mining heritage. To register as a participant or a vendor please contact Dale Freudenberger at dalefreud@gmail.com or 610597-6722. Tour information can be found at https://no9minemuseum.wixsite.com/museum or by calling 570-645-7074. See No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum on Facebook for the latest information.
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Mark Your Calendars For Hazleton UNICO Upcoming Events The Hazleton Chapter of UNICO National is hosting a summer charity fundraising event featuring The 70’s Flashback Band, at Edgewood in the Pines, Drums, PA, on Friday, July 19, 2019! Doors open at 6pm for a fun night with delicious food, fabulous entertainment, and a cash bar. Our theme is “Christmas in July” - as we will be partnering with a local or-
ganization to make Christmas 2019 a magical one for children throughout our community! As with all of Hazleton UNICO’s fund raisers, 100% of the profit from this event will go to charity. Please support our event so together we can continue our mission of helping others in our community. Tickets are available on line
at www.eventbrite.com, as well as at these area businesses; Frankie’s Restaurant, 37 North Wyoming Street (570-454-6000); The Hair Cellar, 358 Muir Avenue (570-455-3429); Booty’s Restaurant, Church Hill Mall (570455-5551), Hazleton. You can also contact any UNICO member for tickets. (Tickets are $38 and include dinner buffet and entertainment.) Also, please be sure to mark your calendars for our largest annual event in September, Bell'Italia Festival, to be held in Community Park on September 14 & 15, 2019. Bring your family and friends and come out and enjoy wonderful ethnic foods (such as fried dough), enjoy local entertainment throughout the festival, rides for the children, crafters, tricky trays, and much, much more! And don’t leave early Saturday night – there are spectacular fireworks over the lake that are a must see! The UNICO Hazleton Chapter, founded in 1950, was the first chapter in Pennsylvania, and has over 40 active members. Our goal is to provide assistance to area charities through fund raisers and donations. UNICO stands for Unity, Neighborliness, Integrity, Charity, and Opportunity. In the past, UNICO Hazleton has donated to causes such as The St. Joseph’s Annual Hope for Our Kids Golf Tournament, The American Cancer Society, Helping Hands, local youth sports organizations such as Lacrosse and Hazleton little league, Hazleton Trinity Kindergarten, Hurricane relief efforts as well as providing scholastic scholarships to graduating seniors. Any person or organization in the community who has a need can contact UNICO and request support. For more information, please contact UNICO via our contact page at https:// unicohazleton.weebly.com.
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by Patricia Ann Ignar, Hazleton UNICO What is better than bringing your family together to enjoy wonderful food, great entertainment, and fun things to do for all ages? Hazleton UNICO’s 12th Annual Bell’ Italia Festival is the place to be Saturday, September 14th (10 AM – 8 PM) and Sunday, September 15th (10 AM -6 PM) at Hazle Township Community Park. So, as we always say….. MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Each year the Festival has grown to include different types of food vendors to satisfy the tastes of many cultures. This year you also will find many of your favorite foods at different stands to accommodate for our continually growing crowds. As usual, there will be nonstop entertainment and a Kiddie Corner with great hands - on activities for the children. Speaking of the children, Hazleton UNICO is planning to continue FREE AMUSEMENT RIDES FOR THE CHILDREN both days of the festival from 12 PM to 5 PM. Do you love to play BINGO? Then you will enjoy our newly planned addition to the festival. It is classic BINGO with an Italian flare which, of course, we call BA-DA-BINGO! Come and play! Our Spaghetti-Eating Contest and Chef Lou Memorial Best Meatball Contest are highlights of the festival each year and we get more entrants all the time. Make your favorite meatball recipe and enter the contest this year. You may walk away proudly with the 2019 Best Meatball trophy! Crafters will be on-hand with a variety
of items. You will find some little treasure you can buy for yourself or someone you love as a remembrance of the great time you had at the festival. Make sure to look for the Tricky Tray Tent when you visit! It is one of the biggest draws at the festival. The number of tricky trays grows each year with items for everyone. And, no writing your name multiple times here - sign your card of numbers once, so in no time you are ready to choose your favorites and drop the tickets into the containers. Interested in becoming a food vendor or crafter at the festival? Vendors call Joe Cerullo at 570-579-4179 and crafters call Donna Delehanty at 570-436-8265. Our Hazleton UNICO website https://unicohazleton.weebly.com will be updated shortly with festival details and contracts for vendors and crafters. Our Hazleton UNICO Facebook page will also be updated with new information, so watch for us!
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Punched Up Summer Side Ideas For Backyard Entertaining (Family Features) Backyard barbecues and family picnics are plentiful during the summer months, so chances are good you'll host (or attend) at least one event this season. While you'll likely feast on a bevy of hamburgers, hot dogs and summer salads, a menu filled with fresh, delicious sides makes for a meal worth celebrating. There's certainly more than one way to create a menu for a casual backyard picnic, so it's easy to plan dishes that everyone can enjoy. When organizing your menu, be sure to consider your guests and prepare a selection of side dishes that are both age-appropriate and satisfy a wide range of cravings. Here are • Pasta medley. When you're serving a group some creative ways to put a twist on classic with kids, a simple pasta salad is a must-have side dishes to make your meal memorable: side that even picky eaters will enjoy. Simply
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Sweet, Refreshing Summer Snacks (Family Features) There's no time like a hot summer picnic to let your patriotic spirit show. These all-American snacks featuring a classic favorite fruit - watermelon - are the perfect solution for nearly any summertime celebration. Watermelon is a patriotic picnic staple for countless reasons, not the least of which is that it's a beloved treat that many people associate with memories from childhood. However, nostalgia isn't the only reason adults are just as likely to gravitate toward watermelon at a summer event. Its sweet, cool and refreshing flavor also makes it a favorite for all ages. From a practical standpoint, watermelon is also quite portable, versatile and easy to serve, and with a composition of 92% water, it's a simple way to sneak in some extra hydration
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Effects Of Potholes On Our Vehicles by Thomas R. Buff Summer is finally here, the grass is green and the flowers have bloomed. The birds are singing and of course, the rain has flooded are yards and dampened our spirits. But summer is great. The season brings excitement for car enthusiast’s or people who simply want to go for a relaxing summer drive. But your relaxation can easily turn to frustration. The potholes have become
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more and more common along our roads. They have grown much larger this year. In fact, if you encounter one of these monsters it will most likely jar the fillings from your teeth. The winter was hard on our roads, enough to be bad news for our vehicles. It only takes only one jolt to have many effects on our vehicles, some sudden and visible. But other effects can be hidden and unseen. Both can cause numerous safety issues. Don’t want to be the bearer of bad news, but you are bound to hit a behemoth pothole eventually, they are everywhere. Potholes are notorious for causing numerous problems to our vehicles ranging from tire to alignment issues. Some of the problems to look for if you run into a pothole include: • Tire damage - Potholes can obviously cause major damage and leave you stranded on the side of the road. Blowouts can lead to dangerous
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situations so keep your tires inflated properly. Properly inflated tires with good tread depth will absorb a hit from a normal pothole better than an under or overinflated tire. If your hit a big pothole it is a good idea to have the tire checked because a tire can bulge and/or tear and separate on the inside of the tire. Today’s low profile tires cannot withstand a hard jolt from a pothole when compared to larger sidewall tires. A tire shop will examine your tire to be sure it is safe and damage free. • Rims - Potholes can not only destroy tires but can also wreak havoc on the rims. The majority of rims used today are made of aluminum which is softer than the steel wheels used in earlier years. These rims can bend and cause the tire to lose air quickly. They can also become distorted and cause a dangerous wobble or shimmy. If the rim is damaged, chances are good that the tire pressure monitoring transducer (if mounted inside the rim) may also be damaged. Unfortunately, replacement for both is normally necessary and expensive. A minor jolt may cause the tire to become out of balance. If your car has a shimmy at certain speeds, have the wheel balance checked at a tire shop. • Suspension - Hitting a large pothole can cause extensive damage to the steering and suspension system in many ways. Suspension system components are often damaged. These items include shock absorbers, struts, tie rods etc. This is where the damage may not be visible but may become very unsafe. If you hit a large pothole and feel any type of changes in the handling of your vehicle, or if there is any vibration, shimmy or noises, don’t delay. Look for uneven tire wear. Take you vehicle to a certified technician for a thorough inspection of all suspension and steering components. Many other parts can be affected by hitting even a small pothole in the road. Exhaust and body parts can be jolted loose and your wheel alignment can be changed in an instant causing issues with tire wear and handling problems. Driving the local roads and highway’s only gives proof to this fact as drivers can be seen putting their spare tires on and parts scattered along the notorious pothole areas. If you hit a pothole and are worried if there is damage, have your vehicle inspected as soon as possible. Trying to avoid potholes is your best bet but is at times impossible. The reality is that this winter created a lunar landscape filled with swimming pools waiting for your car to plunge in to, so drive slower and be careful. Happy Motoring!
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Green and yellow beans are among my favorite vegetables and they can still be planted in July for a good harvest before the end of the growing season. Beans are quick and easy to grow, with many bush varieties maturing in only 6 to 8 weeks. They can be planted from seed every two weeks to insure a harvest throughout the summer. They are also a great replacement crop when cool season vegetables like lettuce, spinach, and peas succumb to the summer heat. Beans grow best in a slightly acidic soil (pH between 6.0 and 6.8). They need more potash and phosphorus than nitrogen, so a fertilizer formula of 5-10-10 or equivalent is recommended. Compost can also provide the nutrients necessary for bean production. Beans require warm temperatures. Starting seeds indoors is not recommended because beans do not like to be transplanted. Plant seeds in the garden after all danger of frost and when temperatures remain above 70 degrees. Germination is slow if the soil temperature is below 60°. Seeds should be placed about 1 to 1-1/2 inches deep and at least 2 inches apart. As the plants become established, they can be thinned to about 4 inches apart. Allow 4 to 6 inches between
rows of beans. Control weeds by shallow hoeing or cultivating or by placing mulch around the plants. If allowed to grow, weeds deprive garden plants of water and nutrients and may also harbor pests and promote disease. Rabbits and other critters love beans, so fencing is also recommended. I have found chicken wire to be very effective in controlling rabbits.
There are many excellent varieties of green beans available to Pennsylvania gardeners. Many are disease resistant, and some, such as Kentucky Wonder and Blue Lake, are better for canning and freezing than others (see seed packets or catalogs for information). One of my favorite varieties is Jade. It has deep green, slender, stringless, 6-7 inch pods which are exceptionally sweet. It is also more heat tolerant than other varieties and will continue to produce even in very high temperatures. I especially like the French filet beans for
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their superior flavor and high yields. My favorite bush filet variety is Maxibel because it is stringless. Some of the other filets must be picked pencil thin, or they become extremely stringy. Maxibel allows you to harvest more leisurely and still get excellent results. Soleil is a yellow bush filet with excellent flavor and yield.
Pole beans are very prolific and a good choice for the gardener with limited space. Fencing or pole “tepees” are needed to provide support, but the extra work pays off when you can harvest the beans without bending over! Unlike bush beans, pole beans continue to produce throughout the growing season. Fortex is an excellent filet pole bean variety. Their stringless pods grow as long as 12 inches and remain tender and tasty even when quite “fat.” They are lighter in color and don’t look as tender as many bush beans, but they are the most delicious beans in our garden, (When I share them with others, I often feel like I must explain that they are not too mature or tough. I almost always hear kudos after they have been tasted.) After a few weeks of generous harvest, bush beans cease producing. Many gardeners then remove them from their gardens and plant another vegetable for fall harvest. However, if you allow the plants to remain, they will flower and produce a second crop later in the season. The second harvest is less productive than the first, but still delicious. Beans may be enjoyed well into September if it remains warm. For more information about the growing and care of green beans, including dealing with disease and insect problems, call Luzerne County Extension at 825-1701 or see the following website: http://www.gardening. cornell.edu/homegardening/scene8f63.html.
Should You Turn Off Your AC When You’re Not At Home? by The Experts at S.J. Kowalski Most homeowners assume that the best way to save money on cooling costs is to turn their air conditioner off when they’re not at home. But there is a much better way! Turn your thermostat up instead of turning the AC completely off. More specifically, we suggest turning the set temperature up 4 to 6 degrees while you’re away for the day. Turning up the thermostat is the better option because it protects your home from mold and bugs, saves you money and keeps you comfortable. Turning off your air conditioner can cause your home’s indoor humidity levels to soar. And two gross intruders who love humidity include mold and bugs. You see, your air conditioner doesn’t just cool your air, it also dehumidifies it. So when you turn your AC completely off, it won’t take long for humidity in your home to reach 60% or more which is ideal for mold growth and bug infestations. But if you turn the thermostat up 4 to 6 degrees, your AC will kick on every once in awhile to control the indoor humidity and maintain a healthy level between 45%-55%. Turning the thermostat up keeps you comfortable. No one loves coming home to a humid, stuffy house. But that’s what you’re setting yourself up for when you turn your AC completely off. Instead, turning your air conditioner’s thermostat up 4 to 6 degrees will help manage the indoor humidity and will keep temperatures at a tolerable level. You can save 10% on cooling cost throughout the summer. When you raise the thermostat 4 to 6 degrees for 8 or more hours a day. Raising your thermostat will decrease the difference between the outside and the inside temperature. And that lowers your AC’s workload, saving you energy. An example of how you might raise your thermostat to save money:
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7 Steps To Plan A Remodel (Family Features) Remodeling your home can be one of the most exciting projects to undertake. Whether you're thinking about a bathroom update, kitchen overhaul or a new room addition, planning and setting realistic expectations are critical in ensuring your project goes as smoothly as possible. Consider these steps from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) before you get started: 1. Determine your goals and needs. Understand why you are undertaking the project, whether it's for resale value or so you can enjoy your home more. If looking to increase resale value, consider the neighborhood and potential upgrades that can have the highest impact when going to market. If remodeling can make for a more comfortable space, cre-
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Upgrade Your Outdoor Living Space (Family Features) Transforming your backyard into a true extension of your home's living space is a relatively easy way to add usable square footage and increase enjoyment of your home. Making outdoor upgrades is also a scalable project, meaning you can do as little or as much as your budget allows and continue enhancing the space over time. Living Space Living rooms and kitchens are among the most popular choices for upgrading a patio space. This approach allows you to take entertaining outdoors with a welcoming environment that blends the comforts of indoor spaces with the ability to appreciate the sights and sounds of the outdoors. Comfy seating is a must, but beyond that the options are nearly endless. You might install a grilling station or even a full kitchen setup that offers the same benefits of an open floorplan indoors. You could add a fireplace for character and warmth, and even integrate a pizza oven if your family enjoys a cheesy homemade pie. A bar puts refreshing beverages in easy reach, while a water feature lends to a calming ambiance.
Before you get started, narrow down the Functional Features many choices by defining how you want to use Entertainment aside, there are some options the space. Know whether your goal is to create a for upgrading your backyard space that are as relaxing retreat, add entertaining space or work practical as they are enjoyable. For example, addin another function that fits your family's needs. ing paved walkways lends both aesthetic appeal and a clear path for traveling from one section of Entertainment the yard to the next. This is especially advantaCreating an indoor setting outside can also geous for high-traffic areas, where frequent trips mean bringing comfort elements like entertain- might otherwise damage the lawn. The material ment outdoors. Typical outdoor entertainment can either complement or match the surface of technologies include music and speaker systems, a finished patio space, particularly if you choose lighting, all-weather televisions and theater sys- an option like stone or pavers. tems. Speaker systems are becoming more invisOther functional features you might consider ible as they blend into the landscaping as rocks include fire pits, which can lend warmth on a or planters. cool day, and lush vegetation, which can conHowever, not all outdoor products are able to tribute both character and shade to the space. If withstand all weather conditions. For example, you live in an especially warm region, installing some products are marketed for indoor and out- a cooling mist system can extend the usability of door use, but they're not constructed to with- your area well into summer. stand extreme temperatures all year. Do your When it comes to customizing your space, research to ensure your products are appropriate particularly if it's smaller, you can get creative for your environment. with clever multi-purpose features like benches Remodelers should also be mindful of place- with built-in planters and tables with hidden ment of the speaker systems, so as not to disturb drink wells for icing down beverages. the neighbors and to maximize enjoyment for Find more ideas for upgrading your outdoor the homeowner. space at RemodelingDoneRight.com.
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See For Yourself: What It’s Like To Live With Dementia by Rachael Kapes, Heritage Hill Senior Living Community Many people assume the most difficult complication from dementia is memory loss. However, what about the other symptoms that contribute to the agitation, confusion, fear and anxiety? As a family caregiver, you may often feel helpless as you try to help your loved one manage their uncharacteristic behaviors. Maybe you’re wondering what it’s like to live with dementia? In addition to memory-impairment, significant changes in your loved one’s ability to see, hear, touch, taste and smell, also becomes a detriment to the quality of life.
To help you understand what it’s like to have vision issues, try on a pair of goggles or look through a pair of binoculars. You’ll notice a drastic change in depth perception, spatial awareness and peripheral vision. Judging distance may also be challenging. Some people living with dementia have reported a decrease in sensation. To simulate, put on a pair of mittens, which will restrict your fingers’ movement, as well as affect your capabilities of distinguishing touch and temperature. Try performing a simple task like buttoning your shirt or writing out a ‘to-do’ list. Hearing loss and sensitivity to noise is anoth-
er problematic symptom. Put on a pair of headphones and set your MP3 player to shuffle. Try to watch television or hold a conversation. As the illness progresses, background noise and side conversations become difficult for your loved one to tune out. Walking becomes increasingly unsteady as other senses continue to fail. Try walking in shoes with rocks or sand. It’s nerve-wracking and painful trying to get from place to place. Now that you have an inkling into what it’s like living with dementia, you can use this empathy to make or improve your care strategies whether you’re planning to continue your role as a family caregiver or seeking additional supportive services, such as a move to a senior living community that focuses on specialized memory care. Some communities like Heritage Hill Senior Community in Weatherly provide a person-centered care approach that treats their residents with dignity and respect. Using techniques like Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach® to Care is how Heritage Hill improves the quality of life of its residents. To schedule a tour, please contact me at 570-215-3172 or by email at rtimm@heritagehillsenior.com.
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The Laurels Senior Living Community “Where our Family of Residents Come First!” July 2019 Arthritis & Exercise 43 Million Americans have Arthritis. Arthritis causes limitations in ability to perform many activities, especially in elder generations. The good news is exercise can help to decrease pain, improve function, and delay disability. Participating in a program like Live 2B Healthy® can help manage or decrease your risk of arthritis. At the Laurels, we strive to define active aging by challenging the stereotypes associated with elder capabilities, and are committed to enhancing the lives of our residents. A person has an increased risk of Arthritis when the following factors are present. • Age: Your risk increases with age. • Gender: Women are more likely to develop arthritis than men • Genetics • Joint Damage: Joints that have been damaged through infection, injury, or repetitive motion can develop arthritis. • Obesity: can increase your risk
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Self Analyze by John Degenhart, DC A 61 year-old male patient came in the office. He has pain on his right side of his lower back, pain for five weeks. He went to his family doctor who gave him pain medication and anti-inflammatory medication but it did not help. So he sent him to physical therapy but the stretching exercises made it worse. Now the pain is in his right calf so his friend told him to call me. I first said to him, “Let’s figure out what caused this. I told him to self-analyze. That if
Tick Prevention by Stephen Schleicher, MD. Tick season is upon us and the critters have already latched onto some of my patients. As one who cares for indoor and outdoor cats and occasionally takes long walks in high grass, I am doomed as well to a bite now and then. Ticks not only are gross, they are capable of transmitting illnesses, the most notable being Lyme disease. Tick bites are responsible for the 300,000 cases of Lyme disease reported each year. So prevention of tick bites in the first place makes sense. For those who spend time outdoors insect repellants are highly recommended and a recent study underwritten by Consumer Reports found that when used as directed they are safe and effective. In the July, 2019 issue of CR the number one rated insect repellent is CVS’s Total Home Woodland Scent, followed by Off Deep Woods Insect Repellent, Repel Lemon Eucalyptus Insect Repellent and Ben’s 30% Deet Tick and Insect Repellent. Another study published last May addressed the best way of killing ticks that may have lodged in clothing. Past recommendations call for washing clothes and then drying them for an hour. The current research revealed that ticks are extremely sensitive to drying; no need to wash first, just pop the clothes in a dryer and spin on hot for six minutes. Crispy critters!
he felt the pain five weeks ago, some activity a week of two before that is when his right sacroiliac joint misaligned”. That’s what fools people because you don’t get back pain immediately. Something we do exerts us too much, a back joint shifts, no pain initially, but two weeks later, pain into our right leg. It looked like a light went off in his mind. He said, “Oh, we had that nice weather, and I cut my grass and trimmed my hedges. I struggled with my lawnmower for two hours, I think that is what started this”. Then I checked his spine. His right leg was ½” longer due to the right sacroiliac joint being out of alignment. I adjusted it gently, told him to apply ice, no hiking for one week. In two weeks, his pain was totally gone. Listen to what he said to me.
“The other doctors never actually told me what was wrong. And the way you had me self-analyze, it gives you peace of mind when you can figure out what you did to cause this pain. I’m so glad I took my friend’s advice to call you”. So right now, if you have neck pain, selfanalyze your positions at home. Do you sleep with your arm above head on your side; do you look down at computers too much? Do you have lower back pain? Do you lay on a couch, sit on a wallet, or cross your legs when you sit? Figure out when the pain started, go back a week or two and you’ll find the incident that irritated your body. Then this selfanalyze mode will help you to prevent injuring yourself in the future.
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5 Tips To Help Manage Symptoms Of Perimenopause (BPT) - Going through hot flashes? You're not alone. If you're a woman in your 40s, you may have started experiencing the normal symptoms of perimenopause, which is a natural transition that occurs during the years leading up to menopause. During perimenopause, which can last anywhere from a few months to nearly a decade for some women, and during menopause, hot flashes are extremely common. According to the U.S. Office of Women's Health, 75% of U.S. women will experience hot flashes. Other symptoms experienced during perimenopause and menopause include muscle aches, mood swings, night sweats and difficulty sleeping, a feeling of brain fogginess, vaginal dryness, weight gain and more. So,
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Preventing And Treating The World’s Most Common Cancer According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, the only international organization devoted solely to education, prevention, early detection, and prompt treatment of the world’s most common cancer, one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in the course of a lifetime. Skin cancer occurs when there are abnormalities in the cells that make up the skin. There are two main types of malignant skin cancers, basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Basal cell carcinoma is a slow-growing cancer found in the base of the epidermis that accounts for about 90% of all skin cancers. It seldom spreads, but if left untreated can invade bone and other tissues under the skin. Squamous cell carcinoma is found on the surface of the skin. It can be more aggressive, can grow deep below the skin and spread to distant areas of the body. A third type of skin cancer, called melanoma, begins in the cells that produce pigment in
the skin. This type is less common, but more serious. However, if caught early, there is a nearly 97% chance for cure. Since its inception in 1979, The Skin Cancer Foundation has always recommended using a sunscreen with an SPF 15 or higher as an important part of a complete sun protection regimen. Sunscreen alone is not enough, however. Below is a list of skin cancer prevention tips: - Seek the shade, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. - Avoid skin burns. - Avoid tanning and never use UV tanning beds. - Cover up with clothing, including a broadbrimmed hat and UV-blocking sunglasses. - Use a broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher every day. For extended outdoor activity, use a waterresistant, broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.
- Apply 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of sunscreen to your entire body 30 minutes before going outside. Reapply every two hours or immediately after swimming or excessive sweating. - Keep newborns out of the sun. Sunscreens should be used on babies over the age of six months. - Examine your skin head-to-toe every month. - See your physician every year for a professional skin exam. At the Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton, external beam radiation therapy (EBRT) is used in the treatment of skin cancer. EBRT is a painless and noninvasive treatment for skin cancer, damaging cancer cells and their ability to multiply. During treatment, highenergy X-rays are delivered to the cancer cells with a linear accelerator (LINAC). Radiation is very damaging to the cancer cells, but is well tolerated by the surrounding normal cells. Also, radiation penetrates only a very short distance into the skin, so that internal organs can be completely spared from its effects. Patients treated with external beam radiation therapy receive a certain number of daily radiation treatments usually over a period of four to five weeks. Treatments are outpatient and usually take about 15 minutes. Side effects are generally minimal, and most patients return to routine activities immediately after each treatment. To find out more about radiation therapy, or to see if you are a candidate for external beam radiation therapy, please contact the Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton at (570) 459-3460 or visit www.CancerTreatmentCenterHazleton.com.
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because it exposes tooth tissue which is sensitive to temperature, pressure, or air. If you lose a crown, be sure to put it in a safe place and make an appointment to see your dentist as soon as possible. Don't wait too long to visit your dentist because what is left of the tooth will not be as strong as your crown and could be damaged even more without the crown there to protect it. More than likely,
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Women: Love Your Heart! by Melanie Furlong, SpiriTrust Lutheran Home Care & Hospice As women, we tend to always take care of everyone around us …but what about us? Cardiovascular Disease is generally believed to be a disease that affects men; however, heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women in America. The disease claims nearly a half million women’s lives every year. Here are some more statistics – some surprising, all daunting - found on the American Heart Association’s website: • Heart disease causes 1 in 3 women’s deaths each year, killing approximately one woman
every minute. • An estimated 43 million women in the U.S. are affected by heart disease. • 90% of women have one or more risk factors for developing heart disease. • Since 1984, more women than men have died each year from heart disease. • The symptoms of heart disease can be different in women and men, and are often misunderstood. • While 1 in 31 American women dies from breast cancer each year, 1 in 3 dies of heart
disease. • Only 1 in 5 American women believe that heart disease is her greatest health threat. • Women comprise only 24 percent of participants in all heart-related studies. Women love your heart! You can reduce your risk of these health threats. Risk factors that can be controlled include high blood pressure, smoking, high cholesterol, physical inactivity, obesity or overweight, and diabetes. There are other risk factors to be aware of — talk to your doctor about how your age, race and heredity may affect your risk for heart disease. Reduce your risk factors, know the warning signs of heart attack and stroke, and respond quickly if warning signs occur. Visit www. americanheart.org for more information. Parts of this article were taken from The American Heart Association website. Melanie Furlong is the Community Relations Director for SpiriTrust Lutheran Home Care & Hospice. The agency provides Home Health, Hospice, Palliative Care, and Home Telemonitoring. The agency serves south central through Northeast PA and Northern MD. For more information contact us at 1.800.840.9081 or visit www. SpiriTrustLutheranHomeCare.org. LIKE us on Facebook!
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New Technologies To Help Treatment Of Heel Pain by Ting Oh, PT, Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers Ever feel like you are walking with a nail in your heel? There’s a chance you have plantar fasciitis which is the most common form of heel pain. It affects more than 1 million Americans every year with 10% of us, myself included, suffering from it sometime in our lives. It can be more common amongst athletes and has been found to affect up to 22% of runners. So what is it and what can be done to fix it? Plantar fasciitis is a problem that affects the plantar fascia, a band of soft tissue that runs along the bottom of our feet. Its role is to stabilize our feet when we stand and walk. Problems can happen for a number of reasons including overloading our feet, wearing bad shoes or having structural problems such as pronated feet or tight calf muscles. When the fascia is overstressed, micro tears occur causing inflammation and pain. When not looked after the repetitive stress will eventually cause the fascia to degenerate, become weakened and in the more severe cases, tear. The good news is that research has found with new technologies, 80-90% of people respond well to conservative treatment. With Musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSKUS), we can look inside your body like you would when looking at a baby in a mother’s womb. We can see the plantar fascia and determine where the injury is and how bad it is. Treatment can then be focused on this area to stimulate healing. One new treatment technique being used is Acoustic Wave Therapy (AWT) which uses sound waves to help repair the injured tissue and allows it to get back to normal. We recently saw a case where
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What’s Happening At Providence Place Drums? July 2019 Upcoming Events at Providence Place Drums Reserve your spot today! • July 1st – Entertainment by Johns Stevens Polka Band – 2:30pm – dining room • July 2nd – Entertainment by Lester Hirsh – 2:30pm – connections neighborhood • July 3rd – Outdoor Concert performed by St. Ann’s Band – 6:30pm • July 4th – Fourth of July Celebration with entertainment by Noreen Gregory – 2:30pm – dining room • July 7th – 12-Game Prize Bingo hosted by Drums Lioness Club – 2:45pm – 3rd floor • July 9th – Entertainment by Glenn Miller – 10:00am – 3rd floor • July 12th - Entertainment by The Sensa-
tions at 2:30pm- connections neighborhood • July 17th – “Dehydration Prevention” Seminar – 2:30pm – 3rd floor • July 18th – Entertainment by Noreen Gregory – 2:30pm – connections neighborhood • July 19th – Entertainment by accordionist Ron Figel – 2:30pm – dining room • July 20th– Entertainment by Glenn Faul at 2:30pm Connections neighborhood • July 21st – Entertainment by Nick Mischissin as “Elvis” – 2:30pm – dining room • July 23rd – Providence Place Open House – 10:00am – 2:00pm • July 24th – Entertainment by SheilaMark – 2:30pm – connections neighborhood • July 25th - Entertainment by Paul Oschaul
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at 2:30pm- connections neighborhood • July 27th – Entertainment by “One Man Band” John Cosentini – 2:30pm – dining room Connections Club The Connections Club provides memory enhancement activities/services to our residents. Come do more with us, evidence and studies continue to show that people can reduce cognitive decline by staying active and adopting healthy lifestyles. Regular cardiovascular exercises elevate your heart rate and increases blood flow to the brain and body is important. The next Alzheimer’s Association Support Group is scheduled for July 25th @ 2pm. Join us for light refreshments, call today 570788-7555 to reserve your seat. Connections Neighborhood Residents and families joined to honor our father’s for Father’ Day! Our residents reminisced about old times while creating new memories. The room was filled with laughs & smiles throughout as everyone enjoyed a large variety of appetizers and lunch items! The awnings are up and the patio furniture is out and ready for long summer days! Our residents are excited to participate in outdoor events in our courtyard. Residents will be planting flowers in our raised garden beds, having ice cream socials, and cookouts on the grill! Feel free to stop by and join in the outdoor fun! Providence Place strives to deliver superior quality senior living that is surprisingly affordable. Providence Place offers Independent Living, Personal Care, and Memory Support in a Secured Environment.
Is It Gross to Not Brush My Teeth Before Bed? by Melissa B. DellaCroce, D.M.D. tribute to the acidic environment. So when What Will Probably Happen we brush, we are essentially slowing down You've never noticed your friend’s breath tooth decay. If your friend is truly smelling bad (except for that one time after averse to slithering off the couch to brush eating a tuna and onion sandwich), but on a before bed, only brushing once a day probThe Worst That Can Happen group trip you noticed she jumped into bed The worst case scenario of not brushing ably won't yield a deteriorated jaw bone and without brushing her teeth. You asked what missing teeth. What will happen, however, is gives and she replied, "sometimes I do, and our teeth — in the morning and consistently plaque buildup which increases risk of cavisometimes I don't." Then she added, "most of at night—is rampant decay. Decay can then ties and gum disease. Here's why night-time the time I'm too sleepy to." You're not judg- lead to painful infections which need exten- brushing is especially important: At night the ing, exactly, but you were raised to brush ev- sive dental work, and ultimately the loss of saliva flow is reduced tremendously and saliva teeth. Another side effect of not brushing? ery morning and night. is a natural lubricant. It flushes things away Sometimes you skip out on flossing, but Periodontitis, a.k.a. gum disease. And it can from the teeth. By having saliva at a reduced you're confident that brushing before bed slide downhill from there. If the bacteria flow at night, things tend to stick easier and keeps cavities and other bacterial scaries away. causing periodontal disease provoke our im- faster. If you're only brushing in the daytime, Your friend, however, tells you her teeth are mune system, the collateral damage of the you've got a lot of hours and meals between flawless, and that dental hygiene is a capital- immune response can cause bone loss and brushing for plaque to build up on your teeth. ist plot, so now you're wondering if you've tooth loss, as well as systemic effects. Our If you are a person who is only brushing wasted hours of your life (a recommended immune system sends out an intense response once a day, breaking that habit can be diffitwo minutes a night) brushing your teeth be- to the offending bacteria. It destroys bone cult. Set a goal for yourself. Brushing for two fore bed. and anything else in its path. There's also evi- minutes twice a day for an entire week! Then dence that poor oral hygiene can contribute a month, and before you know it you will The Facts to heart disease. Yikes. have a new, healthier oral hygiene routine. The oral cavity, because if its warm and humid nature is the perfect environment for bacteria to grow. Dental caries [dental cavity], the most common preventable disease, is caused by the bacteria Streptococcus mutans. While we all have the S. mutans bacteria in our mouth...it thrives mostly in an acidic environment. As we fill our stomachs with carbs, coffee, and sugar, our mouths become progressively more acidic, which feeds bacteria like S. mutans. These bacteria then go on to form plaque. The only way to keep bacteria from staging a complete military coup in our mouths is to 'disrupt' them by brushing Dermatology our teeth. The American Dental Association Dermatologic Surgery (ADA) recommends that you brush your teeth at least twice within a 24-hour period, Acne • Spider Veins so that these little suckers can't settle in and Botox • Juvederm cause major damage. Brushing our teeth has a two-fold benefit. Specializing In 1. Regular brushing breaks up the dental Psoriasis Treatments plaque and bacteria already hanging around Harold J. Milstein Michele Parkhill on our teeth. M.D. FAAD Most Insurances Accepted PA-C 2. It removes food and other debris that con-
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Why Are My Eyes Dry? by James Deom OD MPH FAAO, Hazleton Eye Specialists Do you suffer from gritty, burning eyes that constantly water and therefore affect your vision? You may be suffering from dry eye. Dry eye is a condition where the tear film on the front surface of the eye is lacking. There are a multitude of factors that can cause dry eye, allow me to list a long but not exhaustive list below: • Environmental factors ie wind, smoke, forced heating/air conditioning, dust • Systemic medications such as diuretics or beta-blockers for high blood pressure, antiallergy medications, oral contraceptives, and anxiety meds to name a few • Lid laxity or eyelids that are not tight to the eyeball itself generally a product of aging but also can be due to conditions such as Graves disease or Bells palsy • Bad make-up practices such as using antiaging products around the eye area, not fully removing make-up each night, using fake eyelashes, etc • Extensive cellphone, tablet, or computer use which leads to less blinking (Normal blink
rate 15-20 times per minute vs screen time rate 0-5 times per minute.) • Smoking-not only due to the smoke itself but also decreases healthy tear production overall (In short, smoking is not good for anything.) • Working 3rd shift-due to abnormal sleep cycle the body’s normal tear production is effected • Having medical condition such as Diabetes, Thyroid Disease, Vitamin A Deficiency, Sjogren’s Syndrome, or an autoimmune diseases such as Rheumatoid Arthritis • Aging-just like the rest of the body, our tear production slows down with advanced age • Refractive surgeries such as LASIK or PRK • Over wear or improper contact lens wear It is important to treat dry eye as lack of a tear film puts a person at risk for an eye infection, corneal abrasions, and visual problems and therefore ocular discomfort. Having dry eyes decreases overall quality of life, making it difficult to perform activities of daily living such as reading.
Ways to prevent dry eye primarily involving being aware of one’s environment as some factors we cannot control. Some behavior modifications include: • Avoiding air blowing into your eyes via fans, hair dryers, and car air conditioners/heaters. • Adding a humidifier to your house in winter because just like your skin, your eyes can also dry out under dry conditions. • Taking frequent breaks from cellphone, tablet, and computers as to restart a normal blink cycle. • Avoiding smoke and discontinuing smoking will also greatly benefit your eyes. In cases where these lifestyle modifications are not enough, consider seeing the doctors of Hazleton Eye Specialists, the only certified dry eye clinic in Northeastern Pennsylvania. We excel in dry eye treatment by learning a patient’s underlying dry eye causes, tailoring treatment to correct for the underlying problems. Book an appointment with us today!
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Eight Ways To Keep Aging Eyes Healthy by Marlin Duncan, Comfort Keepers Changes to vision and concerns about eye health can happen rapidly for older adults. Seniors should get a vision test done once a year and should always follow a doctor’s recommendations on treatment plans and vision health. Here are eight strategies for seniors to maintain eye health: • Diet—Eating delicious food is one of the most enjoyable ways seniors can maintain eye health. And, there are a variety of options that provide vitamins and nutrients that help with eye health – kale, carrots, eggs, sweet potatoes, oranges, almonds and salmon are great sources. • Exercise—A physician-recommended exercise plan cannot only help with overall health, but has benefits for the eyes too. Increased blood circulation can remove toxins and increase oxygen levels in the eyes. • Avoid eye trauma—Injuries can have a huge impact on long-term eye and vision health and taking precautions can prevent accidental eye trauma. Remembering to wear protective eyewear or goggles when appropriate, using chemicals and sharp objects with caution, and eliminating trip hazards are some of the ways that accidents can be avoided. • Smart computer use—Regular computer use can lead to eye strain and discomfort at any age. However, computer screens can be more harmful to our eyes as we age, and can cause headaches, eye irritation or vision issues like blurriness or seeing double. Seniors that use a computer regularly, particularly those who are in front of a computer for long periods of time, should make sure that their desk has good lighting, take regular breaks and always use corrective eyewear. • Consider other health issues—Older adults can have health issues that affect their vision health, and it’s important to talk to a healthcare professional about how physical conditions and medications can have an impact on the eyes.
• Sunglasses—Protective eyewear becomes more important as we age, and it’s important for seniors to build the habit of always wearing sunglasses when they are outside. • Sleep—Sleep has beneficial properties for overall health, wellbeing and quality of life. It’s no surprise that getting a good night’s rest is important for eye health too! • Vision screenings—Changes to vision and eye health can happen rapidly for older adults. Seniors should get a vision test done once a year and should always follow a doctor’s recommendations on treatment plans and health.
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A & M Notary............................................42 All Care Home Care....................................52 Bafile Family Chiropractic...........................61 BCI Training Center & Retail Store............31 Bell Italia Festival - Unico............................37 Billig Helmes Insurance...............................17 Blakeslee Animal Hospital...........................23 Bonanza Steak House....................................7 Boscov's Restaurant.....................................37 Brandon Novatnak Memorial Tournament.. 23 Brandon's Forever Home.............................18 Broyan Farms.........................................27,29 Burger Farm Markets..................................29 C & D Seafood...........................................40 Cancer Treatment Center @ Hazleton......7,63 Cedar Street Supply.....................................44 Comfort Keepers.........................................61 Country Folk..............................................47 Degenhart Chiropractic...............................51 Della Croce Dental.......................................2 Derm Dox Dermatology.............................51 Diane's Salon On 93..............................10,23 Dida's Incredible Edibles.............................27 Divine Mercy Parish-Shenandoah Block Party... 22 Dr. Eugene Stish, M.D................................49 Dr. Frank Glushefski, D.M.D. ...................55 Eastern PA Magna Wave PEMS Therapy.....15 Edward Jones................................................7
Fritzingertown Senior Living.......................54 Fyzical Therpay & Balance Centers.............57 Good Shepherd Church..............................14 Got Skills....................................................41 Hair Designs by Francis X. Tucci.................15 Hazle Park Quality Meats............................20 Hazleton Eye Specialists..............................60 Hazleton Imaging........................................53 Hazleton Public Transit...............................17 Hazleton Wine & Beer Fest - Hazleton Rotary Club....39 Hazleton Unico - Flashback to the 70's.......36 Heights Terrace Pharmacy...........................52 Heritage Hill Senior Community................48 Hometown Farmer's Market.......................28 Honest Abe's Tax Service...................Calendar Houck Homes, Inc......................................45 John's Church Hill Family Restaurant.........41 Jon-David & Helen's Hair Salon.................16 Lehigh Valley Health Network......................5 Lombardo's Flooring & Office Products......16 M & J Excavation, Inc..................................7 Mahoning Valley Orthopedics.....................63 Mauch Chunk Opera House.......................41 Maylath Valley Health Systems......................7 Medical Offices at 1090................................2 Mid Penn Bank...........................................12 Milk House Creamery.................................27 Miller Auto Body........................................42 Milstein Dermatology.................................59 Mimm's Country Inn..................................15 Mountain Statuary & Stone........................45 Mountain Top Paving & Seal Coating.........43
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Nationwide-Urenovich Insurance Agency....16 No.9 Mine & Museum...............................35 Northeast Hearing Solutions.......................63 Och's Farm.................................................29 Old Jail Museum.........................................37 Pavlick & Boyle Dentistry...........................56 Peaceful Therapeutic....................................10 Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine..........................37 Pocono Raceway..........................................25 Pride Home Sales, LLC...............................46 Providence Place..........................................58 Queen Of Heaven Parish.............................22 R & L Helpmates........................................53 Rita's Italian Ice...........................................27 Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard..............27 Ronald McDonald House...........................11 Ron Myers Water Well Drilling...................46 Rough Cut Barbeque...................................38 S.J. Kowalski, Inc..........................................2 Schuylkill County Fair................................33 S.T.S. Schuylkill County Transportation Authority.....33 Scotch Valley Boarding Kennel, Inc.............22 Senape's Bakery...........................................39 SJM Auto Sales...........................................42 Smith Health Care......................................57 Sophia Coxe Foundation.............................19 SpiriTrusts Lutheran Home Care & Hospice...56 Standard Drug Store....................................58 Stemmrich Farms........................................28 Steward's Store............................................27 Tarone Brothers Super Market...........Calendar The Amish Pantry........................................40 The Beacon Diner.......................................41 The Broken Glass Tavern.............................38 The Laurel Mall.............................................3 The Laurels Senior Living............................50 The Lazy Dog Salon....................................10 The Ten Pin Lounge at the Bowl Arena.......41 Thomas Farm..............................................29 Top Of The 80's..........................................39 Two Italian Guys.........................................41 Valley Hi.....................................................27 Valley Scoops..............................................26 Vito's Coal Fired Pizza................................40 West Hazleton Veterniary Hospital..............31 Woods Ice Cream........................................27 Zanolini Nursery.........................................15 Zukovich's Farm Market.............................29
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