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During these challenging times, we all face many life changes while reflecting on the things we take for granted daily. We may not be able to control the ongoing situation, but we can control how we respond to it and how we support local small businesses. That includes being patient and respectful! Do not complain about what is different. Many of the changes businesses have put into place are beyond their control. People are working under all new conditions while doing their best to survive. They are also operating with less staff, fewer customers and under stressful circumstances. As this virus continues to spread, business owners are taking all the necessary safety precautions to protect their customers, their staff and themselves. Many are making it a priority to limit occupancy, offering gloves & hand sanitizer, requiring face coverings, and maintaining social distancing. Adapting to these changes becomes necessary to support local businesses. This has become a way of life that does not seem to be going away anytime soon! We must move forward and overcome the changes. Even though businesses are open, they are still experiencing hardships of COVID-19. The past few months have proven
to be difficult and the months ahead will be challenging but with the support and sacrifices from communities and the use of technology, business owners are finding ways to adjust to the “New Normal” way of doing business. Supporting them will ensure that the community will thrive again after the crisis. Moving forward will be critical! It will be a time for rebuilding the economy and our communities. Moving past this pandemic will take time! Small businesses are there for us, now they need us to be there form them. We control where we spend our money and that is a big deal. The first step is shopping local. Shopping local means enjoying, sharing, and supporting small businesses in your area. Instead of purchasing items from large, big-box stores, shopping with online retail stores or eating at chain restaurant’s, try to purchase items from local businesses and eat at local restaurants in your area. Purchase a gift or gift card at a local business in your area and give to a friend, family member, or co-worker. This will introduce the business to someone new and allow for the “shop local” mantra to spread. Sharing your recent purchases or
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When most people think about fostering and adoption, they probably imagine a family taking in a non- biological child or sibling group. What you may not realize is that kinship fostering, or fostering within a biological family, is quite common. When children are removed from a crisis family finding first takes place to locate a potential family member for the child to live with. Many times, this is an aunt or uncle or a grandparent. Grandparents play an important role in the lives of the children who come to live with them. In some instances, they take on the responsibility of not one but multiple children to keep the family together. They provide the
necessary stability and love for the children while also complying with kinship guidelines within their county. According to the U.S. 2010 Census, there were more than 2.7 million households with grandparents raising their grandchildren at that time. Over sixty percent of grandparents raising their grandchildren were still in the work force and 16.3% were living below the poverty level. As grandparents, there may have been no mental, emotional, or financial preparation when they took on the responsibility of raising a grandchild or grandchildren and it can be daunting. Everything, from needing diapers and formula, an appropriate car seat, furniture such as cribs or kids bunk beds, to dealing with an ill child with health and medical concerns, may need to be immediately addressed. As a resource for all foster and adoptive families, Brandon’s Forever Home also acts as a support to any family in which the grandparent is helping to
raise their grandchildren. We offer a weekly food distribution should they qualify financially, free clothing, hygiene products, and school supplies, seasonal free family activities, a tutoring program, and a community of people to share the journey with. We can also help with car seats and furniture. If you are a grandparent raising a grandchild or know of anyone who is – you are doing an amazing job. You are answering the call to help love children in these difficult times and in most extreme circumstances and WE SEE YOU! Call or visit us! We are here to support the community and help you in any way we can! Fostering is not only a necessity in the community but a source of great joy for those who are willing to open their homes. These are our children and it’s our duty to take care of them. Contact us today for more information on fostering or adoption! bfhinfo@ptd.net
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Savvy Tips To Kick Off A New School Year (Family Features) Returning to learning may bring more new experiences this fall than anyone ever imagined. Regardless of the learning environment, there are some tips and supplies that can make it easier on the whole family to restart curriculum. Whether your kids will be at home or in the classroom, making education easy is likely a top priority as you plan for the weeks and months ahead. These supplies and ideas can help you get organized and ready to tackle a new school year with confidence. Find more back-to- school tips and solutions at eLivingtoday.com. • Calculate Your Way to School Success. Whether learning from home or the classroom, Texas Instruments has students covered with new additions to its colorful collection of TI-84 Plus CE graphing calculators. Available in colors
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Ethnic Foods, Coal Mine Tours, Music, And Living History Encampment At No. 9 Coal Mine And Museum’s Annual Old Fashioned Labor Day Picnic by Zachary Petroski Sunday, September 6th from 11 AM to 4 PM, the No. 9 Coal Mine & Museum in Lansford will be celebrating Labor Day Weekend with a picnic featuring homemade ethnic foods, coal mine and museum tours, music, and a Living History Encampment. Parking, admission to the grounds, music, and the Living History Encampment are all free to the public. A nominal fee is charged only for the coal mine tour and food at the picnic. This is a great value for families and those looking for a fun day out that won’t break the bank. The Living History Encampment will be on the grounds starting Saturday, September 5th, the day before the picnic. The Living History Encampment commemorates the 155th anniversary of the ending of the Civil War that occurred earlier in the year. Come out and learn what life was like for soldiers during battle, see what a typical camp looked like, what kinds of dress they wore, and the struggles they faced. The encampment will include period gun firing demonstrations, an old-time wash display, and more! Each day visitors can also tour the historic No. 9 Coal Mine, which first opened
in 1855, and experience what is was like to work in an underground coal mine. Visitors ride 1600’ into the mountain and then begin a fascinating guided walking tour of the oldest continuously operated deep anthracite coal mine in the world. Tourists will see many of the unique features of the mine including the original 900’ deep elevator shaft, explore the mule way, and see a miner’s hospital cut from solid rock. On the surface, visitors can browse the vast exhibits housed inside the No. 9 Mining Museum, one of the largest in the region. On Sunday only, the Old-Fashioned Labor Day Picnic will be featuring homemade ethnic foods, desserts, and beverages that are common to the coal region. Visitors can eat in the picnic pavilion and take-outs are available. Entertainment will be provided by DJ Shawn Frederickson. The No. 9 Coal Mine & Museum is located at 9 W. Dock St. in Lansford, PA, only 15 minutes away from historic Jim Thorpe and Tamaqua off US Route 209. Mine tour tickets can be purchased in the gift shop upon arrival. For further information, please call the museum at 570-645-7074 or email no.9minemuseum@gmail.com.
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Automotive Technology: Dangerous Distractions by Thomas R. Buff Last year, an industry-rattling study from the National Traffic and Highway Administration showed that those who text while they drive are 23 times more likely to crash than those that do not. In fact, 450,000 people were injured or killed due to distracted driving last year alone. Following those findings, federal, state and local governments have been trying to enact tougher legislation and regulations to ban and penalize texting and other distractions while driving. Meanwhile, the ever changing and technology driven auto industry has been busy giving us a whole next generation worth of distractions in our cars that will likely be the subject of future studies and laws. Hidden behind reasoning that in-vehicle technology will streamline things people are already doing behind the wheel, automakers like Chevy and Ford have been busy merging mechanics and electronics in such offerings as in-vehicle Wi-Fi and voicebased social networking. Will technology that is designed to enhance driver safety and comfort become more dangerous than the devices we are trying to get out of the hands of those that use them while driving? It seems like every week there is a new gadget or app that better connects us to the Internet like smartphones and Ipads . The problem
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vehicles we drive but there has got to be a point where industrious engineers leave the social networking at the car door. Just the idea of sending friend requests or updating your Facebook profile while going 70 miles an hour down the interstate whether hands free or not brings chills down the spine of every driver. Is the car in front, the traffic light, the children playing in the street be the focus of the driver or can we do both? A recent Consumer reports article called “Connected Cars: A New Risk”, explains how and why the new in - car gadgets pose such a risk to everyone on the road. Every time someone takes their focus off the road for a single second they put their lives and others in danger. If In-Car technology is used visually, manually, or cognitively the results can and do become devastating. According to studies distracted driving plays a role in 80 percent of auto accidents. In fact, many experts claim that cognitive distractions, the ones that take your mental attention off the road are just as dangerous as those that take your eyes off the road. Distracted driving will always cause a problem for everyone on the road. The automotive industry needs to make a better effort to educate the driving community of the dangers of using these devices in our cars today while driving. Hands free does not necessarily mean safe. So next time you use your smart phone in your car please think twice. You are not the only one on the road. Stay Healthy and Safe—Happy Motoring!
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by Rich Lipinski in the cubicle. Lindbald was very good major league pitcher; He was a member of 3 World Series teams and played for 14 years. Unfortunately, Mr. Lindblad also passed away to early The last official Phillies game for Over the course of the last twelve at age 64 from Alzheimer’s disease. Steve Carlton is listed as June 24th 1986, years, I have tried to keep this column enhowever his last appearance for the Phillies Phillies 23 – Cubs 22 tertaining, informative, and fun. I hope you In the late 70’s was March 20, 1987. After being released will indulge me this month as I take time to when times in 1986, the Phillies gave Steve Carlton the honor my childhood friend, Alan Pecora. (I weren’t so strict, opportunity in spring training to make the promise plenty of baseball). Alan passed away we were allowed team. We were fortunate enough to see this in July after a two-year battle with cancer. to do things that game at Jack Russell Stadium in Clearwater, Many may recognize the name from Pecora’s wouldn’t be al- sitting behind home plate only rows from the Dairy Farm and their delicious chocolate lowed today. Liv- Phillies front office personnel at that time. It milk from the mid-1970s to the early 2000’s. ing at the end of did not go well for the future Hall of Famer. Others may recognize his name as a fixture in the bus route in He gave up 4 runs over 5 innings. He was the sports pages as one the best bowlers the the Valley had its released the next day. Carlton would pitch for Hazleton area has ever produced. We grew up benefits and its the Indians and Twins in 1987 and although near each other and spent a lot of time doing drawbacks. We not on the post season roster, he earned his the normal childhood activities but much of it involved playing baseball, watching base- were the last to be picked up, which would 3rd World Series ring. ball, and talking about baseball and of course allow us to watch Ray Gandolf give the lateSchmidt -Ashburn Induction Hall the Phillies. During his chemotherapy treat- night baseball scores on the CBS Morning of Fame Induction ments our conversations would inevitably re- News. The bad news on the way home we Mike Schmidt and Richie Ashburn vert back to those days. Baseball and the Phil- would get a grand tour of the Valley every lies traveled with us from childhood through day. We discovered that if we got off in Syb- were inducted into the Hall of Fame on July erstsville and walked over the hill, we could 30, 1995. We were on a bus trip that day to adulthood. be home 20 minutes before the bus. On May Cooperstown. A then record 40,000 people 17, 1979 the Phillies and Cubs engaged in dressed in red were there celebrate the inThe Paul Lindblad Curse In the mid 70’s one the most famous games in MLB History. ductees and the team they represented. As one of the great- With it being a day game, we had the now the years went along, the opportunities to est joys of child- famous transistor radio that older people talk do baseball related things together dwindled hood was collect- about with great reverence. With the wind but the conversations continued (including ing baseball cards. blowing out at nearly 20 mph, the first inning the celebrations and frustrations only a PhilIn 1975 the bane lasted longer than the walk home and ended lies fan can understand) over the phone, at of our existence at 7-6. Over the next four hours the game lunches, or at the bowling alley. was Paul Lindblad went back and forth, we ate supper and met of the Oakland up to finish listening to the game that ended A’s, card number 23 -22 on a Mike Schmidt 10th inning hom278. It seemed er. During the COVID lockdown networks like every pack of began playing old games. In late April the cards either of us game was on TV. We spoke on the phone for opened contained a Lindblad card. While the over 45 minutes that day reminiscing about stack of Lindblad cards kept growing, the elu- the game, the walks home and many other sive Hank Aaron card eluded us. You would things. It was last conversation we would have think 45 years and chemotherapy would have as his health began to decline. eased the frustrations, but a good rant about baseball cards can make the time pass faster Steve Carlton’s Last Phillies Game
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As this is a baseball article, the stories have been about baseball. There were also endless bike trips across the Valley. Late night Ms. Pac Man games at Zippy’s 24-hour mini mart in Drums. The occasional eating contest with Art Sweeney, who also passed away way too young from cancer. Movies, road trips (including one with his friends, Dave and Gary, who will always have a special place for Alan and the Kansas song Carry on Wayward Son), and all the things that involve moving from childhood into adulthood. Legendary Bowler As was mentioned earlier in the article Alan was one of the greatest bowlers from the Hazleton Area. Among his many accomplishments, Alan had over eighty 300 games to his credit and was a member of the Hazleton USBC Bowling Association's Hall of Fame. He holds the record for most the 300 games at Bowl-Arena (53) and is only one of 3 people to throw a 300 at Valley Lanes, Sybertsville, a rare perfect game that required a "13th" strike due to a missing pin in the rack for, what should have been, the 12th and final strike. In 17 seasons from 2001 to 2017, Alan's USBC honor scores included thirty-three 300 games, twenty-seven 800 series, and a final season average of 240 in 2013. Alan also competed regularly at the state and national level, and was most proud of his 2008 performance in the USBC National Championship held in Albuquerque, NM where he finished 9th in singles
(773) and 24th in all events (2082). Alan's genuine and charming personality endeared him to the many people he met through bowling, and he truly cherished the friendships he had with fellow bowlers at the PNut Bowl, Bloomsburg; Chacko's and Stanton Lanes, Wilkes-Barre; Sparetime Lanes, Hometown; Valley Lanes, Conyngham; St. Michael's, Freeland; and finally Bowl-Arena, his "home" lanes, West Hazleton. Surviving are his wife, Sachiko, with whom he recently celebrated their second wedding anniversary on July 1st, but shared 27 loving years together. Also surviving are a
stepson, John Benninger and his children Eliza, Jonah and Emma; a stepdaughter Stephanie Strohl, her husband Glenn, and their children Dylan, Sarah and Joshua; a sister Lisa Aubry, her husband Francois, and their sons Maxium and Marcel; a brother Larry, his wife Susan, and their children Michael, Julia and Mary; a brother Matthew, his children Tyler, Kyle and Veronica, and their mother Terri Pecora. His grandchildren lovingly called Alan "PapaMoo". He was also blessed with many family and friends. RIP to Alan, and condolences to all who have lost loved one’s way to early.
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5 Ways Youth Can Connect Food Choices To A Healthier Planet (Family Features) Although many young people care deeply about global issues like food and the environment, they don't necessarily see these matters as connected. By learning more about the source of their food and the benefits of making nutritious choices, eating appropriate portions and minimizing food waste, youth can better understand the positive impact on their own and the planet's health. "America's teens don't think about or understand the relationship between food, their health and the health of our planet, yet they have a strong desire to connect the food they eat with the world they live in," said Alexis Glick, CEO of GENYOUth, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to creating healthier school communities. "It's crucial that they have the knowledge to serve as smart stewards in support of a healthy planet and its people." Help the kids in your life begin to understand how food and the planet are closely connected through these ideas. • Be informed about how food choices impact Earth. Learning about the way food choices affect the environment can lead to changes in behavior. All foods require some degree of natural resources to be grown or produced, and nutrient-rich foods are re-
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Snack Hacks That Really Pop (Family Features) If spending more time at home than usual has you reaching for snacks more often, keep some quick, flavorful options on-hand to help fuel you and your family throughout the day when hunger pangs strike. One versatile pantry staple that can fit a variety of snack cravings: popcorn. With no artificial additives or preservatives, light and airy popcorn is naturally low in fat and calories, non-GMO and gluten free, making it a sensible option to enjoy one handful at a time or sprinkled with seasonings that satisfy your taste buds. A whole-grain food, popcorn has energy-producing carbohydrates and fiber, which can help keep you satisfied longer. Plus, it's simple enough to make that kids can help in the kitchen by popping it themselves or adding toppings. Whether you're craving something sweet, salty, spicy - or nearly anything else freshly popped popcorn can serve as the per-
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MASTER GARDENER: Look-Alikes by Mary Ann Miller, Master Gardener
We’ve been hearing a lot about treeof-heaven (Ailanthus altissima) lately because it is the preferred host of the invasive, destructive spotted lanternfly. I wasn’t familiar with this tree, so I did some research to see what it looks like and discovered that it looks very much like our native staghorn sumac (Rhus typhina). Tree-of-heaven is native to China and was brought to Philadelphia over 200 years ago. It grew very quickly, provided good shade, and was relatively pest free. It grows quite large, reaching 80 to 100 feet in height and up to 6 feet in diameter. It was planted for shade in cities like Baltimore and Washington DC. INCLUDEPICTURE "https://thelifeofyourtime. files.wordpress.com/2011/06/dscf1024.jpg" \* MERGEFORMATINET It is now found from Maine to Florida and west to California. It is especially common in the mid-Atlantic and midwest. Tree-of-heaven is a very aggressive tree which reproduces rapidly by suckering and prolific seeds. In cities it has posed a threat to sewer systems and structures. It is a serious ecological threat as it establishes dense stands which push out native species. It also produces a chemical that inhibits the growth of other plants, allowing it to spread very rapidly and widely. Our native staghorn sumac grows to about 30 feet in height. It is tree-like, but sometimes appears shrubby. It spreads by rhizomes and usually appears in thickets. It grows in open areas, such as grasslands, fields, roadsides,
or fence rows, and grows naturally through much of the United States and Canada. It provides shelter and food for many birds, insects, and other wildlife. Distinguishing between the two trees can be difficult, so a careful examination of the trees may be necessary. When young, the bark of tree-of-heaven is smooth and green. Mature trees have darker gray bark. For several years sumac has fuzzy bark. As it ages the bark becomes gray-brown and smooth with lateral marks. Both have pinnately compound leaves, meaning they have leaflets attached to a central stem. The leaves of tree-of-heaven are 1 to 4 feet long, and the leaflets have smooth edges. Sumac’s leaves are shorter, 16 to 24 inches, and the edges of its leaflets are toothed or serrated.
heaven have a large, spongy brown center, which is lacking in sumac. The central stem of tree-ofheaven is smooth and hairless, whereas the stem of staghorn sumac is fuzzy. The fuzzy, covering of sumac’s stems and twigs resembles a deer’s antlers covered in velvet – thus the common name “staghorn.” Broken twigs and crushed leaves of tree-of-heaven have a very unpleasant odor, something like rancid peanut butter or burnt rubber. Sumac on the other hand has a typical vegetative scent.
It is easiest to distinguish between the two in late summer and early fall, when their seed or fruit clusters appear. Tree-of-heaven produces samaras or dried fruit clusters surrounded by papery tissues which disperse its seeds through the wind. These clusters hang from the tree and turn a dull orange-brown color. Sumac produces a deep red cluster of upright fuzzy fruits which often remain on the tree into winter. There are several other trees which resemble tree-of-heaven, including black walnut, hickory, and box elder. Sumac is the most common in our area. I have also encountered black walnut growing in my gardens, no doubt planted by squirrels. I have learned to identify it when I pull or dig it out by the nut at the botWhen broken, the twigs of tree-of- tom of the emerging tree. Happily, I have not found tree-of-heaven in our yard – at least not yet. For further information and images of tree-of-heaven, see the following website: https://extension.psu.edu/tree-of-heaven
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8 Tips for Safely Operating Battery-Powered Tools (Family Features) Battery-powered power tools make it convenient and efficient to tackle chores around the house and job site. While batteries eliminate the risks associated with electricity, they come with their own requirements for safe use and handling. You can take additional steps to ensure your batteries are up to the task and operating safely with advice from the experts at the Power Tool Institute. • Only use batteries and chargers designed for use with the original tool manufacturer's system. Each manufacturer uses unique control circuity that allows the system to communicate properly. This system monitors and controls critical functions, such as cell balance, energy levels, flow of energy and temperatures. • Inspect your battery regularly for signs of damage, such as crushing, cuts or punctures. Do not use a battery that has received a sharp blow, been dropped or is in poor condition. • A battery pack will short circuit if a metal object makes a connection between the
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On-Trend Kitchen And Bath Upgrades (Family Features) Kitchens and bathrooms remain among the top picks for homeowners looking to upgrade because their functional contributions to the household can't be overstated and they typically provide high return on investment. If you're considering a renovation project for either in-demand space, consider some of these on-trend ideas from Doug King, CR, MBA, owner of King Contracting, Inc. and president of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. Kitchen • Bigger functional spaces. Not only do many kitchen renovations result in added square footage, they also add practical features to make living and entertaining more comfortable and enjoyable. When it comes to physical space, a popular choice is removing or relocating walls to make the room larger. This added space can be instrumental in adding an island or peninsula for bar seating, which many homeowners view as a necessity when it comes to entertaining. Other features like icemakers, tall wine refrigerators and walk-in pantries are high on the frequent request list. Another growing trend is a kitchen designed for two, complete with a second full-size sink, dishwasher and microwave drawer, along with a larger island. • Clever storage. Making the most of storage space has always been a top desire, and homeowners are getting increasingly clever about how to maximize their cabinetry. Drawer organizers
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5 Tips For Creating A Low-Maintenance Home (Family Features) Because most people are spending more time at home than usual, ensuring your living spaces are clean and uncluttered can make being home more comfortable and enjoyable. However, not everyone has the time, or desire, to devote to constant maintenance. A shift toward less work around the house just takes some prep work and smart tools. • Organize and declutter. Working your way around stacks of things you don't use frequently, or need at all, can make it difficult to keep your home tidy. Cut back on the clutter by sorting items into categories such as things you use often, those you rarely use and things you don't need any longer. Donate what you
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Q: What lights up a soccer stadium? A: A soccer match.
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A: At a soccer ball!
Like football and basketball players, soccer players play a certain position. The basic positions include forwards, midfielders and defenders. Forwards try to score for their team, while defenders try to keep the other team from scoring. Midfielders do a little of both, scoring and defending. On each end of the field is a goalie. Goalies defend their team’s goal against shots. They are the only players in the game who can use their arms and hands in the penalty box. Soccer players might play one or more of these positions in any given game. Advanced soccer players might even play a specialty position like striker who does most of the scoring or sweeper who helps the goalie.
CROSSWORD PUZZLE Puzzle Answers on page 46 56. Carnival attractions 59. "American ___" 61. Enriches soil 64. All there 65. In a difficult position 66. "Not to mention ..." 67. "The ___ have it" 68. Buddy
Across 2:00 or 3:00 5. Catalan painter Joan 9. On the safe side, at sea 13. Annoying 16. Auction cry 17. Fairy tale meanie 18. Heroin, slangily 19. "Paradise Lost" character 20. The America's Cup trophy, e.g. 22. Absorbed, as a cost 23. Angers 25. For some time 27. Range rovers 30. Carry on 32. Armageddon 33. Fencing sword 34. ___ cross 35. Pitch adjusters 38. Bit of a draft 39. It bites 41. Morgue, for one 42. Carve 44. Cheat, slangily 45. Surefooted goat 46. "Malcolm X" director 47. "20,000 Leagues" harpooner ___ Land 48. Assignation 49. Hitchcock classic 51. Garment of Hindu women 53. "Fantasy Island" prop 54. Part of the Hindu trinity
Down 1. ___ Master's Voice 2. Crumbs 3. Protein metabolism product 4. Strong surface current 5. Acadia National Park locale 6. "___ alive!" 7. Baptism, for one 8. Type of street 9. Balaam's mount 10. Crosstown rivalry 11. Carry away, in a way 12. Halftime lead, e.g. 14. Autocrats 15. Got bigger 21. Sleepy seeds
24. Bandy words 26. Setting for TV's "Newhart" 27. Amerada ___ (Fortune 500 company) 28. "Beowulf," e.g. 29. Repelling actions 31. Ill-gotten gains 34. Sylvester, to Tweety 35. Cooking meas. 36. Regrets 37. Sixth Hour 39. Eyeglasses 40. Boosts 43. Tin and lead pewter 45. Hard, brittle, silvery-white metal 47. Devotion 48. Voice lesson topic 49. Organ part 50. LP player 52. Astrological ram 53. "Mona ___" 55. Affectedly creative 57. "The Snowy Day" author ___ Jack Keats 58. The Amish, e.g. 60. "Seinfeld" uncle 62. Not just "a" 63. "___ Cried" (1962 hit)
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Take A Deep Breath: Stress Relief Techniques For Seniors by Marlin Duncan, Comfort Keepers Stress destroys cells in the hippocampus, a brain site responsible for memory storage and retrieval. In many ways, stress is a part of life for all of us. But for seniors, stress can have a larger effect on physical and mental wellness. Having worries and concerns is natural, but it is more important as we get older to practice stress-reduction techniques to manage these thoughts. The great news is that stress, and the techniques to manage it, are usually easy for most people to practice. Meditation, breathing exercises, physical movement and other tactics can help seniors continue to live the best quality of life and can even improve overall wellness.
stress is linked to mental and physical problems, from anxiety and depression to hypertension and immune system complications. In fact, it’s estimated that stress increases the risk of heart disease by 40%, heart attack by 25%, and stroke by 50%. Not to mention the fact that stress can also exacerbate existing conditions – which can be very impactful for those with less efficient immune systems.
What can seniors do to manage their stress in a positive way? Finding moments of joy and focusing on activities and hobbies that bring meaning and purpose can help seniors manage their stress. Fortunately, there are many more stress relief techniques that seniors can follow to help improve their own personal wellbeing. What senior clients use to manWhy is it critical to manage stress? age their stress today can help better prepare As we continue to keep our homes them for any future stress. and families safe during COVID-19, it’s even more important to focus on the mental health Stress Relief Techniques needs of our seniors when it comes to stress. • Connection can help relieve stress. Seniors Several studies have shown that can call a friend or family member, have a
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video chat or spend time with loved ones when possible. • Meditate at the same time every day or whenever feelings of stress or anxiety arise • Practice deep breathing and mindfulness exercises • Reach out to friends and family to connect and spend time together • Follow a consistent exercise regimen and healthy diet, upon physician approval • Journal or jot down thoughts and feelings at the end of each day – and be sure to take a moment to reflect on all the positive things that happened throughout the day • Find a virtual volunteer opportunity to give back to the community • Put together and execute a to-do list to increase productivity, decrease feelings of restlessness, and combat procrastination • Join a yoga class or practice it at home (with physician approval) • Listen to soothing or relaxing music, especially before bed • Find a way to laugh, whether it’s by watching a funny TV show/movie or listening to a comedy album Comfort Keepers® Can Help At Comfort Keepers®, we have spent the last twenty years perfecting the art of helping seniors and other adults maintain their peace, happiness, and joy. To us, every moment in a senior’s life is a unique opportunity to foster positivity, going beyond daily tasks. Our approach to care is called Interactive Caregiving™, a philosophy centered around four central aspects of life: mind, body, nutrition, and safety. What’s more, our trained caregivers are selected with one specific quality in mind: empathy. Care that is empathetic is care that starts in the heart, and it allows us to meet our clients’ exact needs. Learn more about our unique service offering by contacting a local Comfort Keepers office.
Planning To Travel? Proceed With Caution. provided by Lehigh Valley Health Network Although the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Pennsylvania Department of Health (Pa. DOH) advise against all nonessential travel, there are times when we may have to. Travel of any kind increases your chances of getting and spreading COVID-19. Airports, bus stations, train stations and rest stops are all places travelers can be exposed to the virus in the air and on surfaces. These are also places where it can be hard to social distance. In general, the longer you are around a person with COVID-19, the more likely you are to get infected. Here are some critical questions to ask yourself when making a decision to travel: • Are you traveling to high-risk areas or countries? • Are you traveling by car or will you be on a plane with strangers? • What do you plan to do at your destination? • Will you be in an area where social distancing is difficult?
to other countries, you might not be able to get back.” Consider these points before making international travel plans: • Many countries: • Implemented travel restrictions and mandatory quarantines, • Closed borders or prohibited non-citizens from entering with little notice, • Require proof of a negative COVID-19 test result. • Airlines have canceled many international flights. If you choose to travel internationally, know that your travel plans may be disrupted. • Both the CDC and the Pennsylvania DOH recommend that you self-quarantine at home for 14 days when you return from high-risk destinations. • Your employer may have a travel restriction policy. Check this out before you make any plans. To check a destination’s COVID-19 Is it safe to travel t risk level see CDC’s COVID-19 Travel Recomother countries? mendations by Destination. Check this site often The Centers for Disease Control as it changes frequently. (CDC) and the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) advises against nonessential inIs it safe to travel within the U.S.? ternational travel, saying, “If you choose to travel Here are some things to consider be-
fore making your domestic travel plans: • Almost half of the 50 states are currently listed at the high-risk level by the Pennsylvania DOH. • Some states require proof of a negative COVID-19 test result to travel or stay there. • If you travel or plan to travel to an area where there are high amounts of COVID-19 cases, it is recommended that you self-quarantine at home for 14 days upon return to Pa. • Going to the beach, camping or just sightseeing is dependent on whether you can social distance appropriately. If not, consider going back when it’s less crowded. Remember your mask. Weigh the pros and cons of putting yourself and your family at risk for infection when scheduling travel plans. Travelers at increased risk for severe illness should consider postponing all travel, including essential travel, to high-risk destinations within the United States and internationally. Looking ahead We are continually learning about COVID-19 and how it is spread to others. Check the Pennsylvania Department of Health website, the CDC website and LVHN.org/COVIDSTRONG to stay up to date on the latest COVID-19 guidance.
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Diagnostic Imagining Services: Providing Excellence & Compassion by “Kelly Ricko, Hazleton Imaging Hazleton Imaging has been serving patients in the area since 2001 and will continue providing the same service for many years to come. If your doctor has ordered diagnostic imaging for you, it is because he or she feels that it is important. We realize that everyone is worried about the Coronavirus and we want you to know that we are working
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who have symptoms or who have been exposed to someone with suspected Coronavirus symptoms into our facility. If you have a fever, a cough, or are experiencing shortness of breath, let us know and we will be happy to reschedule your appointment. We are staying up to date on the current situation as it evolves and adjusting accordingly. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time. We are fully accredited by the ACR. The concept of Hazleton Imaging was created by a group of local Radiologists with the sole purpose of providing unparalleled service and quality to the patients & physicians of the Wyoming Valley. These physicians earned the respect by the local clinicians as the elite providers of Radiology interpretation in the area at one of the regional hospital facilities. From this, the concept of Hazleton Imaging, a full service, first class Diagnostic Imaging Center was conceived. A few years later, in 2004, our second location Vision Imaging in Kingston, PA was opened under the same concept. Our mission has always been and continues to be – Providing Excellence & Compassion! We provide patients a better alternative from hospitals for their imaging needs. By providing a stress-free experience, offering a less-expensive option, and having a team of experienced and friendly staff, we are truly able to provide the service, atmosphere and overall experience the patients deserve. Our services include CT, DEXA, 3D DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY, ULTRASOUND, MRI/OPEN MRI, NUCLEAR MEDICINE, PET/CT, AND X-RAY. Our staff is highly trained in all levels of radiology, is compassionate towards our local community and is dedicated to providing excellent care. You have a choice when it comes to your health care…. so, make the right choice! Choose Hazleton Imaging/Vision Imaging. Diagnostic testing can be expensive, even if you have insurance. Most people do not realize that fees vary tremendously. Hospitals can charge higher fees for their services then outpatient centers such as Hazleton Imaging/Vision Imaging. If you have a higher deductible, you’ll pay more out of your pocket. If you are a self-pay or on a deductible plan, check out our lower cost structure. We even have an easy to read, one invoice process. Quality and Value, in a cheerful and caring environment. It’s truly a win-win!
Hope For Non-Healing Wounds by John Scheland, M.D. An open sore on the foot, ankle or leg is called an ulcer. It may be shallow, confined only to the surface of the skin. Deep ulcers can involve full thickness of the skin, muscle, tendons, and bones. Ulcers are common in people with diabetes and individuals with compromised blood circulation or simply age. When an injury to skin occurs a wound can form. Naturally, when this happens, our bodies kick into gear to begin the healing process. Our own stem cells begin to divide and turns into cells needed to replace damaged cells. This process usually takes a few days to a few weeks to occur. Healing chronic wounds can be challenging. Access and delivery of wound care are both significant problems that challenge patients suffering from chronic wounds. Lack of access to specialized wound care has resulted in amputations and an increase in mortality rates. In the United States, chronic ulcers are conservatively estimated to cost the health care system $28 billion each year as a
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Chiropractic Is Least Invasive by John Degenhart, DC A 54-year-old truck driver came to my office for his CDL exam. In doing his physical, he stated that he had numbness in his right arm for six months due to herniated discs in his neck. His doctors did MRI’s and Nerve Conduction Studies and concluded he needed neck surgery to have the bones fused in his neck to unpinch the nerve into his right arm. His mother had bad results from back surgery, so he told them he needed time to think about it. He set up an appointment and I looked at his MRI report, I took cervical xrays, and his damage was extensive from a bad car accident 30 years ago. I told him I would have to be gentle and move the spine gently off the discs and nerves so he must be patient and give this three months to heal. He was patient, I stayed gentle and in 3 ½ months all the numbness in his right arm healed. A year passed and he came in for his annual CDL exam. He said to me, “My arm is still prefect, but I have a story for you. My other doctor called me a few months ago, told me to come to his office for a consultation with a neurosurgeon. I went, they explained that I had such damage in my neck that they wanted to schedule me for neck fusion. When I told them, I went to a good chiropractor and my arm healed, they shrieked ‘A chiropractor, not with the extent of damage you have in your neck’. So, as they continued
to try and persuade me that I needed surgery, I disagreed and walked out of the office asking them why do I need surgery if my arm numbness is gone?” The patient was happy he was feeling better and that he tried the least invasive procedure. The body is magnificent. If it doesn’t heal with the least invasive options first, then by all means get surgery. If it does heal, let it go, hopefully this man will never need neck surgery.
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Summus Laser Sets Are The Standard As The Most Advanced Class IV Therapy Laser Platform In The World! by Dr. Scott D. Ungemach, De Jesus Family Chiropractic At De Jesus Family Chiropractic we offer Summus-Laser therapy and provide this amazing technology to our community. This class IV laser sets the standard in laser therapy and Summus-Laser is leading the way in pain management, and tissue repair with faster and fewer treatment times. Given the opioid (prescription drugs) epidemic, we are pleased to offer this advanced pain relief, without the use of harmful drugs or their side effects. Unless you or someone you know has struggled with severe injury, chronic pain, or degenerative disease, it’s difficult to understand the impact it can have on life. But if you struggle with chronic pain, you know its debilitating effects. You’ve likely given up hobbies, family activities, and travel in your efforts to control pain and maintain functionality. Unfortunately, until now, the only treatment options for these types of conditions have been surgery or addictive pain kill-
ers, which often have unwelcome side effects. But recent advances in medical technology may offer advanced, effective relief. Much like photosynthesis in plants, light energy passes through the skin, into the cell membrane, initiating a process called photobiomodulation. This process enhances the body’s natural regenerative functions, as well as stimulating the release of endorphins and collagen. It may eventually even normalize damaged or injured tissue. During each painless treatment, laser energy increases circulation, drawing water, oxygen, and nutrients to the damaged area. This creates an optimal healing environment that reduces inflammation, swelling, muscle spasms, stiffness, and pain. As the injured area returns to normal, function is restored, and pain is relieved, so patients may take their life back and resume their favorite hobbies and activities. We invite you to call our office and
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schedule a free consultation to learn how Summas-Laser therapy may be right for you. Call (570) 708-2228 today, we are located under the living roof. Below is a testimony from an 80-year-old patient receiving both chiropractic and therapeutic laser: “A health problem that I live with is a form of arthritis known as polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR). Most of the time the PMA is under control and does not interfere with my lifestyle. Dr. Ro offers a free consultation for people to see if they would be a candidate for laser therapy. I have been raised in a generation and time period when people were told they should be leery of chiropractic treatment, I was skeptical but decided I would go for the consultation. During the time period I have been undergoing treatment at De Jesus Family Chiropractic which has included laser therapy, chiropractic, and exercises, which are done at home, the use of supplements are recommended for people with PMR- my quality of life has greatly improved, my mobility is very good. This enables me to play with my grandchildren- ages 9,8,5,4- which greatly adds to the joy of living. During my experience with De Jesus Family Chiropractic, I have found the staffDr. Ro, Scott Ungemach, D.C., (Dr. Scott), the laser therapist, the office workers- to be very kind, caring, and helpful. It is my pleasure to endorse them. Knowing the apprehension that comes with trying something new- I want to encourage people to remain open- minded- to have the courage to try new things- to explore new ideas. It may lead to something good for you. It is my hope that in writing this testimony it may give you someone or some people the self- confidence to embark on a course of action that will result in an improved quality of life. “ —R.F. Nesquehoning, PA.
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Fyzical Therapy & Balance Center..........40 Gino's Shoes.............................................13 Hazle Park Quality Meats....................9, 19 Hazleton Eye Specialists...........................41 Hazleton Imaging Center........................36 Hazleton Public Transit............................12 Hollywood Millwork...............................30 Hometown Fall Craft Show.....................11 Hometown Farmers Market....................21 Honest Abe's Tax Service...............Calendar Houck Homes Inc...................................29 Internal Medicine Associates of Hazleton....38 John's Church Hill Restaurant................24 Jon-David & Helen's Hair Salon............14 Kitchen Gallery & Design.......................30 Knecht Janitorial........................................ 8 Lehigh Valley Health Network................35 Momma Millie's Bakery............................ 8 Maylath Valley Health.............................47 Milk House Creamery, LLC....................25 Miller Auto Body.....................................17 Mountain Statuary & Stone....................26 Mountain Top Paving & Sealcoating......31 Murphy's Lumber....................................29 Naturally Yours - The Organic Shop......... 8 No. 9 Mine & Museum..........................15 Och's Farm...............................................21 Peaceful Therapeutic Massage..................43 Penny's Transmission...............................16 Pensock Auto Glass..........................8, 9, 17
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