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006 Collum's Column 008 Art & Antiques by Dr. Lori 016 How To Have Your Vehicle Repaired During The Pandemic by Tom R. Buff 018 Hard Coal Baseball 036 Master Gardner: Gardening During A Pandemic by Mary Ann Miller

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005 May 2020 Calendar 016 Automotive Guide 020 Kidz Korner 024 Puzzle Page 030 The Recipe Box 040 Panorama Health: Women's Health & Fitness Month 050 Puzzles & Trivia Answers 050 Advertisers Index

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lifted and we get back to some kind of normal, I encourage everyone to eat, drink and shop local. Head out to your favorite restaurant and enjoy a great meal. Hang out at your local bar and have a drink with friends. Get your hair done, get a manicure/pedicure, or even a massage. Buy your pets food from an independent store instead of PetSmart. Grab a coffee from an independent coffee shop rather than Starbucks. Need a new appliance? Shop at your local small business instead of Lowes or Home Depot. Always choose a small business over a box store such as Walmart, Target, Amazon, or Olive Garden...these businesses will survive, the small guy may not. We need to keep their doors open and our community strong! In order to do this, it is important to remember that our communities need local businesses and those local businesses need support in order to remain healthy and strong. Let’s do our part. We are in this together and together we will defeat this silent and deadly killer.

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family heirloom. In as little as 10 minutes, you can get all the information you need to properly identify your antiques and get it appraised. From there, you can decide to keep it, clean it out, or get it sold online --all from the comfort of your Covid 19 virus free home. To prepare, have objects out on a table or in one room to save time moving around as you chat on the video call. Don’t unpack items during a video call as that wastes precious time. Unpack and unwrap objects before the video call appraisal starts. That way, all the time you spend during the call is for the exchange of information, asking questions, learning about the markets, and getting appraisals of the retail values your objects. You can get on the spot information from a short 10-minute call and learn even more during a long 30-minute call where you can go through objects in a whole house or estate with me on the other end of the line. If you don’t want to video call, sending photos and getting a written report is also an option for those pieces that are worth the cost of the appraisal report. I think it is only right to tell people if their item isn’t worth the appraisal fee before they pay for a report. If it isn’t worth the appraisal fee, I’d like to know that so I tell people that ahead of time. If you were wondering what your fellow antique lovers were doing at this time of crisis…this is what the world is up to… at least those who share my world. We are all adapting to a new, albeit temporary, way of life. Many of us are still here to offer help and expertise and a somewhat normal way of life during this difficult time. We must stay at least 6 feet from each other but we can still interact and technology is making the world a much closer and kinder place. Be well! Dr. Lori Verderame is the award-winning Ph.D. antiques appraiser on History channel’s #1 hit show, The Curse of Oak Island and weekdays on the Doctor and the Diva. Dr. Lori presents her Antiques Appraisal Comedy Show to audiences nationwide. Visit www.DrLoriV.com/events. Call (888) 431-1010.

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Hazleton Public Transit: Current COVID-19 Information Temporary Bus Schedules due to COVID-19

situation and make updates, as necessary. In order for Hazleton Public Transit to continue to provide life-sustaining service, Effective Saturday, March 28, 2020 the fol- we are calling on our customers for assistance. lowing temporary route schedule changes We need to create social distancing for our will be in effect: operators. Please keep conversation with • Route 15 Wilkes-Barre/Mt. Top will not them to a minimum and move directly to operate. your seat. • Route 110 Saturday Night Loop will end service at 8 p.m. Effective Sunday, March 29, 2020, the following temporary route schedule changes will be in effect: • Route 10 will begin service at 9:00 a.m. Monday-Friday, Saturday schedule remains the same. • Route 50 will begin service at 8:30 a.m. Monday-Friday, Saturday schedule remains the same. • Route 60 will begin service at 8:00 a.m. Monday-Friday, Saturday schedule remains the same. • Route 95 Loop will begin (Route 90 ends). • Route 100 Sunday Loop will run 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Coronavirus Information Effective Immediately Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), HPT requests that riders limit nonessential bus travel until further notice. HPT is working with Federal, State and Local officials to help limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus. When on board, passengers are asked to leave extra space between themselves and others. This form of social distancing can help protect you and others from the spread of the virus. Please stay behind the yellow line and limit your conversation and interaction with the driver. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises anyone with fever, cough or shortness of breath not to go out in public. HPT is maintaining regular contact with Federal, State and Local officials, and have been following CDC prevention guidelines. We are on a daily basis disinfecting all handrails and high-touch surfaces in all vehicles and facilities, which is supplemental to our normal cleaning. HPT will continue to closely monitor the

We ask that you please refrain from sitting in the front area of the bus. If you are an ADA eligible or senior passenger and are not able to access seating in another part of the bus, please notify the driver for assistance. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. For the most up-to-date information, please visit www.cdc.gov.

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If you are 65 or older you are eligible to ride Hazleton Public Transit’s fixed route bus any time for FREE thanks to proceeds from the PA Lottery. This FREE bus pass never expires and can be used on any public bus in PA. 1. Complete the shaded section of the application below and cut out. 2. Make a photo copy of one of proof of age. Acceptable proof of age: Birth Certificate, Baptismal Certificate, Driver’s License, Pace Card, PAID Card, Armed Forces Discharge Papers, Passport or Naturalization Papers, Veteran’s Universal Access IDCard,Statement of Age from Social Security Administration. 3. Mail the application and copy of proof of age to: HPT, 126 W. Mine Street, Hazleton, PA 18201. You will receive your FREE bus pass in the mail within one week.

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How To Have Your Vehicle Repaired During The Pandemic by Thomas R. Buff The world we live in has changed. The coronavirus pandemic has forced us to change the way we conduct our daily affairs. Our routines have been altered by unfamiliar rules and regulations to help keep us healthy and safe. Staying home is our best option. However, the need to work or run for essential items and appointments is still necessary. Therefore, our daily transportation is a key component to our health and safety more than it has ever been. This is not a good time for your car to breakdown and leave you stranded. I am sure most of us will leave repairs and maintenance alone until a better time. A good idea if it is a minor problem. Nevertheless, what if your only source of transportation needs to be repaired now? Are

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repair shops open? Will the shop take special precautions concerning my health? Many automotive repair shops and dealerships are open because they are essential services but most have changed their normal operations in order to adapt to the shelter in place orders. Dealerships have closed their showrooms to the public but service, parts and collision repairs are still operating. Most shops are open for maintenance but right now would not be a good time to have your oil changed or tires rotated unless necessary. Repair shops are taking extra precautions and have added many safeguards for the customer’s safety. But not all shops are the same. It is your car and your health. Call ahead and ask the shop if the car will be sanitized after it is repaired. Are the technicians wearing masks? Are they practicing social distancing? Call ahead and make an appointment in order to cut down on the interaction of setting up the repair. If you must wait for the service ask if there are waiting areas with enough space for distancing and wear a mask for your safety as

well as the others. If you must leave the car, use your better judgement on who is picking you up. Stay away from any public transportation as much as possible. If your vehicle is in need of a major repair and you need a loaner vehicle, make sure you bring sanitizing wipes and ask if this is done prior to getting in the car. Some local repair shops are offering pickup and delivery services to decrease the interaction. I cannot say it enough. Although there are many safety-minded technicians working on your vehicle who will clean your vehicle before it will be returned to you, bring your own supplies for own piece of mind. Clean and sanitize the common touch points in the car. We must protect ourselves as well as others. This is the time for social distancing to the extreme. Many of us have to go to work; we all need to shop for food and necessities. Therefore, our transportation is a priority. But use your better judgement in deciding if the repair or maintenance can wait. Call the shop and ask for their opinion. It may not be worth the risk. Please stay healthy and safe. We will get through this together.

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fraud experienced by fuel merchants at the pump is absorbed by the financial institution that issued the payment card to the consumer. That's about to change. Fraud dollars may be absorbed by independent and franchise owners of fuel stations on Oct. 1, 2020 if their pumps are not upgraded to process chip cards. Depending on how much fraud a station experiences, it could become a significant burden to station owners. But this can be avoided. For Visa cards, liability for fraud dollars stays with card-issuing financial institutions and does not shift to station owners if fuel pumps are chip-enabled. Chip technology is proven to prevent counterfeit fraud. In fact, according to payment company Visa, non-fuel merchants

that are chip enabled have experienced a significant 81 percent decrease in counterfeit fraud dollars. However, troubling statistics show only about 7 percent of fuel pumps nationwide are processing chip transactions. For station owners, there's no time to waste - contact your hardware or fuel provider for information on how to upgrade your pumps. For consumers, make sure to pay with a chip card at a fuel pump that is chip-enabled. If you're not sure if the pump is safe, pay inside with your chip card.

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The Lock Down Issue by Rich Lipinski

Traditionally, this article is about the local baseball scene both present and past. With baseball from little league to major leagues temporarily shut down due to COVID-19, it is time to catch up on some research. One of the books I found relevant to today is September 1918: War, Plague and the World Series. Written by Skip Desjardin, this book was released in 2018 on the anniversary of the end of WW1, the beginnings of the Spanish Flu pandemic, and a very interesting conclusion to a unique baseball season. The focus of the book is the convergence of events in the Boston, Massachusetts area. The Spanish Flu The Spanish flu killed at least 50 million victims worldwide (many modern researchers believe this number to be as high as 100 million), with 675,000 in the United States. More children under nine died in 1918 than during the next 25 years combined. In the span of 12 months, the average U.S. life expectancy dropped almost 12 years. Then-Surgeon General Rupert Blue summarized how suddenly the highly contagious, fast-spreading and deadly respiratory disease struck. “People are stricken on the streets or while at work. First there is a chill, then fever with temperatures from 101 to 103, headache, backache, reddening and running of the eyes, pains and aches all over the body, and general prostration,” Blue said. “Persons so attacked should go to their homes at once get into bed without delay and immediately call a physician.” The first outbreaks in the United States occurred in March 1918 among soldiers in Kansas. During the next 15 months, the flu hit in waves. The second wave hit the Eastern

United States in September 1918. It is believed that the east coast spread originated in Boston in late August 1918, when two sailors reported to the sick bay with the flu. Within a week, 100 new cases were reported among the sailors. Between the Boston Naval Yard and nearby Fort Devens, the flu spread quickly among the military personal and then to the general public. Boston was among the hardest hit, and at the high point one person was dying every nine minutes. There were stories about people feeling fine leaving for work and collapsing upon arriving at work 30 minutes later. World War 1 In 1916, Woodrow Wilson spent the summer running for re-election on the platform of keeping the United States out of Europe’s War. By the summer of 1917, a few months after being inaugurated for a second term, the country spent the summer mobilizing for war. At this time the United States had no standing army. The country had State Militias, which is the equivalent of today’s National Guard. One of the most veteran and experienced of the groups in existence at that time, was the Massachusetts Militia which led the charge at the Battle Saint -Mihael in September 1918. When the Americans arrived in France in 1917, they were very raw and not trusted by Allied Command: especially the French. By late in the summer of 1918, the Americans found their footing. Under the insistence of General Pershing, the Americans fought as one unit. The French, who did not believe the Americans were up to the task, assigned the Saint -Mihael Salient to the Americans. The Salient was a piece of land the French had been trying to take back from the Germans since 1914. On September 12th in about 12 hours, the 1st U.S. Army routed the Germans and retook the Salient. It

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is considered one of the main turning points in the war. The Germans realized, with the fresh American army backed up by the full Industrial might of American Industry, it was time to start looking for a way out of the long war. 1918 World Series Unlike World War II, when President Roosevelt sent a letter to the MLB Commissioner “greenlighting” baseball, President Wilson issued the “work or fight” order. All men between 18-30 had to enlist in the Military or work in an essential war production industry. The government and baseball came to the agreement to shorten the season and end in September. The World Series would be played between Boston and the Chicago Cubs between September 5-11, 1918. The World Series featured a young pitcher named Babe Ruth, a threat of player walkout during the series, rumors that the Cubs may have thrown the series, a World War and serious health issue sweeping throughout Boston and New England areas. The Red Sox won the Series four games to two. Babe Ruth was the star pitcher leading Boston to its 3rd World Series win in 6 years. Ruth pitched games one and four and was held out of games two and three to protect his arm. Due to the war, attendance was significantly decreased and the player’s World Series bonus was severely impacted. They didn’t agree with owners’ numbers and threatened not to play game four. With Boston up three games to none, there is evidence that both teams arranged for Chicago to win game four to increase their bargaining power with the owners. There is even stronger evidence the Cubs threw the series leading to events of the Famous Black Sox scandal of 1919. The World

Series was the last of the heydays for both the Red Sox and Cubs who combined, appeared in nine of the first sixteen world series, (or the start of the curse on both teams that would stretch into the 21st century). It is said Hollywood writers do not like true stories because they are more unbelievable than the fiction they can create. September 1918: War, Plague and World Series offers a story too wild, too strange and too unbelievable to be in a movie script. If you don’t have time to read the book, google Skip Desjardin to find one of the many podcasts available on this book. The book is available at all major booksellers. Skip Desjardin A thirty-year veteran of the media, Skip Desjardin has been a journalist, an on-air television anchor, a producer and a programming executive. He was at the forefront of television innovation, playing critical roles in the development of regional sports networks, pay-per-view, video-on-demand, interactive television, and digital media storytelling for companies such as ESPN and Time Warner. His writing career began as a beat writer, columnist and ultimately sports editor of the student newspaper at the University of Notre Dame, from which he holds a B.A. in American Studies and an M.A. in Communications. Until next time stay healthy. Send Emails to hardcoalbaseball@yahoo.com

No. 9 MINE & MUSEUM

Ethnic Food Picnic, Car Show, Music, And Mine Tours Sunday In Lansford Memorial Day weekend is a special time at the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum in Lansford, PA. Although the mine and museum will be open for tours, Sunday, May 24th, will feature other special activities to commemorate the holiday weekend and the regions coal mining heritage. The grounds will be filled with the wondrous smells of homemade ethnic foods coming from the picnic pavilion, the sounds of music in the field, the sights of beautiful antique and classic cars gathered on the grounds, and the feel of cool air coming from the over 160 year old No. 9 Coal Mine as visitors prepare to board the mine train for a one hour underground tour of the world’s oldest continuously operated deep anthracite coal mine followed by a trip through the mining museum on the surface. The annual Memorial Day weekend event is scheduled for Sunday, May 24th, from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM and is open to the public. Admission to the grounds and parking are free. A nominal fee will be charged for the mine tours, the museum and all other activities are free. The Anthracite Region Chapter of the Antique Automobile Club of America will present an antique and classic car show on the grounds. Anyone wishing to display their automobile can register as they arrive. Music will be provided by DJ Shawn Frederickson. A variety of homemade ethnic foods will be

available for sale at the picnic pavilion including favorites such as halupki, haluski, pierogies, turkey & hamburger barbecue, homemade bean soup, hot dogs with kraut or chili, homemade desserts, and a variety of beverages. This old-fashioned picnic is reminiscent of the annual coal miner’s picnics that were held years ago throughout the coal region. Come early, have a great time, and enjoy the great food before it sells out! Take outs are also available. Food will be available for sale beginning at 11:00 AM. The main attraction is the exciting guided underground tours of the No. 9 Coal Mine which first opened in 1855. The tour is approximately one hour in length and includes the train ride into the mine. Tourists then embark on a walking tour of the fascinating sights underground. Visitors will also enjoy browsing the countless displays inside the museum that houses the region’s largest collection of coal mining artifacts and the gift shop located on the grounds. Sunday’s event offers something for all ages as we celebrate the Memorial Day weekend. For further information, please contact the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum at 570645-7074, visit our website at HYPERLINK "https://no9minemuseum.wixsite.com/museum" https://no9minemuseum.wixsite.com/ museum, or Follow us on Facebook.

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What Rhymes with…

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List 10 words that rhyme with “tame.” 1.

10. Some answers: aim, came, dame, fame, flame, frame, game, lame, name, same

Fact or Fiction?

Circus Challenge Circuses have many acts from lion tamers to acrobats. Here are some questions about circuses and circus acts. How many can you answer correctly? 1) Some circuses take place in a tent known as the small top. Fact or Fiction? 2) Most of the action in a circus takes place in a ring. Fact or Fiction? 3) Only one act can perform at a time in a circus. Fact or Fiction? 4) The ringmaster oversees all of the action in a circus. Fact or Fiction? 5) The ringmaster wears baggy jeans and a bright-colored T-shirt. Fact or Fiction? 6) Trapeze artists perform some of the most high-flying acts in a circus. Fact or Fiction? 7) Tightrope walkers use big cats in their acts. Fact or Fiction?

One of Barnum’s Best Have you ever heard of the Ringling Bros. & Barnum & Bailey Circus? It is a combination of circuses started long ago, including one run by P.T. Barnum. Barnum was known for finding great circus acts, including Jumbo the elephant. o Barnum found Jumbo at the London Zoo where the elephant was famous for giving kids rides. In fact, when P.T. Barnum ffered to buy Jumbo from the zoo, thousands of children wrote to Queen Victoria begging her not to let the sale take place. Barnum bought Jumbo for $10,000 and showed the elephant in his circus until it died in 1885. Jumbo’s story did not end there, however. Barnum made several donations to Tufts University, and in his honor, the University named Jumbo its mascot.

8) Most circuses have clowns. Fact or Fiction? 9) A circus clown might ride a one-wheeled bike called a tricycle. Fact or Fiction? 10) Some circuses also have dancers and fire breathers. Fact or Fiction? Answers: 1) Fiction, a circus tent is called the big top, 2) Fact, 3) Fiction, more than one act often performs at a time, 4) Fact, 5) Fiction, the ringmaster wears a top hat with a brightly colored topcoat and tails, 6) Fact, 7) Fiction, tightrope walkers usually do not perform with animals, especially big cats like lions and tigers, 8) Fact, 9) Fiction, a onewheeled bike is called a unicycle, 10) Fact

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Covid19—The Virus Causing A Child Abuse Pandemic by Missy Nenstiel, Brandon’s Forever Home

We are living in unprecedented and unpredictable times. Entire families are quarantined at home with anxiety about health, education, and income higher than they have ever been. Children who typically have face to face contact with other caring adults in the community have now been cut off from that support system of teachers, counselors, and coaches which could leave suspected abuse unchecked and under reported. When there is a history of dysfunction within a family unit or household – including substance abuse, mental health issues or domestic violence – the risk of child abuse increases during times like these when stress is increased, and children have nowhere to go. Local agen-

cies around the country are already seeing a decline in suspected abuse calls which leads us to believe that as a result of the pandemic isolation cases are going unchecked. According to the New York Times, “Children could be at risk for sexual violence in particular. An estimated one in four girls are sexually abused by age 18, and the abuse is typically perpetrated by a family member in the child’s home. Too often, children disclose the abuse to their mothers, but the perpetrator remains in the home because he is the primary breadwinner. We worry that our current reality — the lack of opportunities to seek refuge outside the home combined with the difficulty of finding new living arrangements when money is tight — makes it even less likely that young victims will be able to escape their abusers.” People who are concerned about a particular child or siblings can do a few so-

cially distanced measures to check in or relieve stress. We encourage people to call or video chat when they can to lend an ear to stressed parents or to check in with a child. Small acts of kindness can go a long way to prevent neglect like dropping off personal care items or food at a doorstep. If you think a family in struggling and in need of assistance refer them to PA 211 which is a tollfree phone number (Just dial 211!) that connects individuals to resources locally for food shelter and monetary assistance. As always if you suspect a child is being neglected or abused Children and Youth Services are at work. Please notify local authorities or call PA Childline to report. It is times like these that we are proud to serve this community who continue each day to support our mission. Let this experience bring out the best in you by caring for your neighbor and our community’s children!

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RECIPES (Family Features) Snacks are a way of life for people of all ages, but especially children, who consume about 25% of their daily calories from snacks, according to research published in the "Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior." Providing nutritionally balanced snacks for your children at home can make for a happy and healthy day. Planning snacks that are as delicious as they are healthy is a winning solution, and snacks are a simple way to add more nutrition to your child's diet. For example, low-fat and fat-free dairy foods are essential to children's growth and overall wellness. They provide calcium and vitamin D, two nutrients kids don't get enough of, according to the 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The guidelines recommend 2-3 servings of low-fat and fatfree dairy foods every day, depending on the child's age. Giving kids a role in the preparation can give them added incentive to enjoy healthy treats, and these recipes are all easy enough that kids can make them on their own (or with minimal assistance). Giving your kids the ability to play a role in the kitchen and create is a gift that can last a lifetime. The culinary skills they develop early in life can give them the confidence and know-how to

cook nutritious meals for themselves as teens and adults. Get more ideas to get kids cooking and snacking smart at milkmeansmore.org.

Red, White & Blue Greek Yogurt Bark Ingredients: 3 cups plain non-fat Greek yogurt 1/3 cup honey, plus additional for drizzling 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup strawberries, sliced into rounds 1/2 cup blueberries 1/2 cup raspberries, halved Directions: In medium mixing bowl combine Greek yogurt, 1/3 cup honey and vanilla. On parchment paper-lined baking sheet, spread Greek yogurt mixture to 1/4inch thickness. Press strawberries, blueberries and raspberries into yogurt. Freeze at least 3 hours. Break into pieces upon removing from freezer. Makes 12 servings Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip Ingredients:

3/4 cup vanilla Greek yogurt 1/4 cup peanut butter 1dash cinnamon apples, graham crackers or other dipper of choice Directions In bowl, mix Greek yogurt, peanut butter and cinnamon until smooth. Serve with apples, graham crackers or another dipper of choice. Makes 4 servngs Good Morning Yogurt Parfait Ingredients: 1/2 cup sliced or diced fruit, any variety 6 ounces low-fat or fat-free vanilla yogurt 1/4 cup granola or other cereal (optional) Directions: In small bowl or cup, layer fruit and yogurt, starting with fruit on bottom. Top with cereal or granola, if desired. *Note: This recipe can be made using lowfat or non-fat cottage cheese sweetened with honey and cinnamon. Makes 1 serving

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Now's The Time To Teach At-Home Nutrition (Family Features) With a lot of parents facing the challenge of keeping housebound kids happy and healthy, this is the perfect time to teach kids the basics of nutrition and eating right. Consider these simple suggestions from Melanie Marcus, MA, RD, health and nutrition communications manager for Dole Food Company. • Healthy Snack Time Taste Tests - Sometimes it feels like kids can snack all day long on easy-to-grab crackers, chips or cookies. Next time they reach into the snack pantry, try incorporating a taste test or food critic activity to encourage something different and more nutritious. • Purposeful Playtime - Many households have a play kitchen or some kind of play food. Use this as an opportunity to act out how to create a healthy kitchen with activities like making salad, setting the table, peeling bananas and washing dishes. This can help young children become more independent, learn what to expect and grow into little help-

ers at family mealtime. • Sensory Activity - One idea that can work for school and at home is making a sensory box. Simply place a fruit or two inside a tissue box and have children put their hands inside then try to guess which fruit it is by feeling it. • Recipes for Fun - If you're preparing a meal, it could be a good time to teach children of reading age how to review a recipe. Evaluating ingredients to learn how food transforms from raw to cooked or how a dish is created can help kids learn kitchen skills. • Food Groups Focus - Get kids involved in making dinner by setting a rule that each food group must be represented. Give them a warmup activity by asking which food groups are found in family favorites like chicken soup, lasagna or meatloaf. Asking kids to guess which ingredients are used in these dishes and identifying which food group each ingredient belongs to can help them understand dietary balance. Find more at-home tips in the free, downloadable Healthy Eating Toolkit from the nonprofit organization Ac-

tion for Healthy Kids. • Reading Time - From food labels to children's books to cookbooks, there are plenty of reading materials to choose from that reinforce healthy eating habits. Exposing children to fruits and vegetables outside the kitchen is a subtle way to show that nutritious ingredients are part of everyday life. • Explain the Bathroom Routine - Make sure to wash hands and explain that this is a way of washing away germs to stay healthy. Also explain why brushing teeth is important by reminding children that food can get stuck in teeth and cause cavities. Find more kid-friendly recipe ideas at dole.com plus nutritional tips, free printables and other healthy fun on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter and Instagram.

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Across 4. "___ lost!" 1. Elbow 5. Earnest or urgent request 6. Vice president under Jefferson 6. BĂ?te noire 10. Torn part of a ticket returned as a 7. Final: Abbr. receipt 8. Aggravate 14. Ancient 9. Echoes 15. Succulent plants having rosettes 10. Browning of the skin of leaves found chiefly in Africa 11. Certain surgeon's "patient" 16. "Major" animal 12. "Back in the ___" 17. Trait of not being considerate of 13. Low in pitch others 18. Appraiser 20. Ballad 19. "Empedocles on ___" (Matthew 21. "The Catcher in the ___" 22. Conventional characters of the alphabet 23. Charge 24. Biology class abbr. 25. Slot machine used for gambling 33. Lifeless, old-style 34. Cuckoos 35. ___ Wednesday 36. Made of lawn or fine linen 37. "___ any drop to drink": Coleridge 38. Anklebones 40. ___ Beta Kappa 41. Flexible mineral 42. Hole in the head 43. Course alternating study with work experience 47. "At Seventeen" singer Janis 48. "___ calls?" 49. Substituted (for) 53. "Bingo!" 24 â&#x20AC;˘ Panorama Community Magazine: May 2020

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Expressing Sympathy During This New Normal (NAPSI)—While experiencing the loss of a loved one is always difficult, these days in the environment of social distancing due to COVID-19, it can be particularly so. If someone you care about is mourning, it’s still the time to connect to family, friends and co-workers. While many people are adapting to new everyday routines, the etiquette of expressing sympathy by and large has not changed. What You Can Do Here are a few helpful tips from the experts at 1-800-Flowers.com: • Even if you don’t know the person well, saying “I’m sorry for your loss” is always appropriate and meaningful. It’s acknowledging what has happened in an honest and direct way. And it lets the person know they have permission to experience any uncomfortable emotions. You can find more tips on how to comfort someone who is grieving. • Regarding social media etiquette, follow

the lead of the person who is grieving. If they haven’t said anything on Facebook, neither should you. But if they have posted about it, it is appropriate to comment. For more about the dos and don’ts on expressing condolences on social media. • Due to the regulations on large gatherings in many places due to COVID-19, many funeral services are being postponed or livestreamed over the Internet, making it an extraordinarily stressful time for the immediate family. If you aren’t able to express your condolences in person at this time, a delivery of a gourmet food basket, houseplant or sympathy flowers to their home is an appropriate way to let them know you are thinking of them. You can find many sympathy gifts and more for home delivery. • Remember to also support those who have experienced the loss of a loved one, perhaps not so recently, and may be feeling a bit more aware right now, be it due to social distancing or an upcoming important date or anniversary. To help, Rebecca Soffer, co-founder

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Joe Larock Recreation Field & Community Park Annual Event – Saturday, June 6th Donated by the Larock family, this park has been home to the Valley Chiefs mini football team for 40 years, and it is the only park in Sugarloaf. The park boasts a little league baseball field used by Valley West. There is also a softball field. We have a concession stand that the sports organizations open for games and some practices. The park also has a pavilion with picnic tables that can be rented for birthday parties or by organizations for outdoor meetings. Our park has a walking trail and an outdoor exercise area. Two tennis courts are available and are often used by local pickle ball players. Our playground offers equipment for toddlers to tweens. The Sugarloaf Recreation Board is sponsoring Community Day at Joe Larock Recreation Field & Community Park on Saturday, June 6th from 10am to 3pm. This event is being held for a couple of reasons… first, we wanted a gathering that allows talented vendors and crafters to display and sell their products. We also wanted to give folks a chance to have a mini garage sale. As spread out at Sugarloaf is, sometimes it is difficult for people to attract buyers when having a garage sale. We are hoping that this event grows every year and attracts more sellers and buyers in the years to come. During this event, we will dedicate a new bridge in memory of Jack Wittig and a new bench in memory of Betty Margle. The Valley Vets will help us dedicate our flag. The Valley Chiefs will offer drinks and snacks at the concession stand as well as games for the kids. We also welcome food trucks to join the event. The cost per spot is $25. Vendors and crafters may submit a tricky tray valued of at least $25 in lieu of the fee. This event will also help the Rec Board with the upkeep of the park. Our goal is to create an inviting and beautiful recreation area for our community. The Valley Chiefs and Valley West Little League have been instrumental in helping keep our park beautiful. We are hoping to update our exercise equipment and repair the tennis courts, but everything comes at a cost, and we are dependent on donations. We have big plans for the future, and this will help us move from the planning to the implementation stage. To secure a spot or for additional information, please email Millini Skuba at milskuba@ gmail.com .

The Board Members, Bob Ackerman, Raleigh Masters, Millini Skuba, Jessica Wolfe and Nathan Yost would like to thank everyone for their continued support and dedication to keeping the Joe Larock Recreation Field & Community Park clean and open! Please join us for our Annual Community Day Event!!

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Money Matters: Fraud And Coronavirus (NAPSI)—The warning bells are ringing. From regulators, law enforcement agencies and consumer organizations around the globe, the message is clear: Fraudulent schemes related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic have arrived, and they are coming in many forms, from investment fraud to fake CDC emails to phishing scams. Job loss, financial strain, and social distancing are conditions that present fraudsters with an opportunity to pounce. A study by the FINRA Foundation, the BBB Institute for Marketplace Trust, Stanford, and the Federal Trade Commission found that social or physical isolation can increase anyone’s susceptibility to schemes. In times like these, it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction. Now is the time to move slowly, pay attention to details and not make rash decisions. Dramatic news coverage of viral outbreaks and pandemics can be an opportunity for scammers to pump inaccurate information into the marketplace to try to manipulate markets and investors. Following these

hints can help you keep your money and per- motional information put out by the company sonal information safe: or third-party promoters. Exercise caution if they don’t align. And be suspicious of solicitaTips for Avoiding tions to invest when products are still in the deCoronavirus Scams velopment stage, where no actual products are 1. Ask and Check. Before you make any invest- on the market, or if the company’s balance sheets ment decision, ask and check to verify informa- only show losses. tion about any individuals you are dealing with 4. Question companies new to the “cure” and any investment product you are consider- market. Changes to the name or business focus ing. You can use FINRA BrokerCheck, a free of a company to capitalize on pandemic fears online tool, to get information on brokers and may be a sign that a company is engaged in, or investment advisers. the subject of, a potential fraud. These changes 2. Be skeptical. If an unknown company be- can turn up in company press releases, Internet comes the subject of press releases, emails, and searches and, if the company files periodic repromotional materials hyping the company ports, in the SEC’s EDGAR database. and its products to cure the latest pandemic, hit 5. Run it through the Scam Meter. Before you pause. Be wary if you are flooded with informa- make any investment decision, the FINRA tion over a short time, especially if the commu- Scam Meter can help you tell if an investment nications only focus on the upside with little or you are thinking about might be a scam. no mention of risk. Reliable Resources on Scams 3. Read a company’s SEC filings. Check the and Coronavirus SEC’s EDGAR database to find out whether the Fortunately, there are a number of company files with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Verify these reports against pro- resources that provide accurate, unbiased information to help you spot and avoid coronavirusrelated scams: • FINRA • Securities and Exchange Commission • Federal Trade Commission • Consumer Financial Protection Bureau • Better Business Bureau.

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Pot Roast Tacos with Chimichurri Recipe courtesy of "Always Eat After 7 PM" Chimichurri: Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups fresh Italian parsley 1 cup fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons green onion, chopped 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon water 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper Tacos: Ingredients: 3 cups chuck roast, slow cooked and chopped 8 yellow corn tortillas (6 inches) 1 ripe avocado, pitted and sliced 4 radishes, sliced 1/4 cup queso fresco, crumbled Directions: To make chimichurri: In food processor, combine parsley, cilantro, onion and garlic until chopped. Add olive oil, lemon juice, water, salt and red pepper; process until fully combined. To assemble tacos: In medium skillet over medium-high heat, cook chopped chuck roast 5 minutes. Remove from heat and mix in 1/2 cup chimichur-

Chili Loaded Baked Potato Recipe courtesy of "Always Eat After 7 PM" Ingredients: 6 sweet potatoes (8 ounces each) nonstick cooking spray salt, to taste pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 pounds ground chuck 2 yellow onions, diced 2 tablespoons garlic, minced 3 tablespoons chili powder 2 tablespoons ground cumin 1 tablespoon dried oregano 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 3 cups low-sodium beef broth 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 can (15 ounces) butter beans, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1 Anaheim chile, minced 1 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves 1/4 cup red onion, minced Directions: Heat oven to 400F. Line baking sheet or pan with parchment paper. Rinse and scrub sweet potatoes; pat dry with paper towel and pierce several times with fork or knife. Place in prepared pan. Lightly spray sweet potatoes with nonstick cooking spray and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Bake 45 minutes- 1 hour until tender when poked. In pot, heat olive oil. Saute chuck until fully cooked. Drain fat and return to pot; add onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin,

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oregano, paprika and cayenne pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low and saute until onions are soft, about 10 minutes, stirring often. Add broth, crushed tomatoes and vinegar to pot. Increase heat to high and bring to boil. Reduce to medium-low and simmer 10 minutes. Add butter beans, cilantro and chile; cook 5 minutes. Season with sea salt. Split potatoes lengthwise; fluff flesh with fork. Top evenly with chili, yogurt, cilantro leaves and red onion. Makes 6 servings

Cheesy Ground Beef Skillet Recipe courtesy of "Always Eat After 7 PM" Ingredients 1 3/4 cups water 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 cup white rice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound extra-lean ground beef 1 yellow onion, chopped 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 cup tomato sauce 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/3 cup fresh parsley, minced Directions: In saucepan over high heat, bring water to boil. Add salt and rice; stir once then cover pot and reduce to low heat 18 minutes. In large skillet, heat olive oil. Stir in ground beef. Cook and stir until beef is crumbly and no longer pink. Drain and discard excess grease. Mix in onion and garlic; cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add bell pepper, oregano, basil, red pepper, sea salt and black pepper; cook and stir until bell pepper is tender, about 5 minutes.

Stir in cooked rice, tomato sauce and kidney beans. Reduce heat and cover until vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes. Remove pan from heat, sprinkle cheese over top and garnish with parsley. Makes 6 servings

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1 (10-oz.) can enchilada sauce Juice of 1/2 lime 8 flour tortillas 2/3 c. shredded Monterey jack 1/3 c. shredded cheddar For topping: 1 c. quartered grape tomatoes 1 avocado, sliced 1/4 c.finely chopped onion 1/4 fresh cilantro leaves Directions: Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion and cook until soft, 6 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute more. Add corn and zucchinis and season with salt, chili powder, and cumin. Cook, stirring occasionally, until corn is turning golden and zucchini is tender. Add black beans, a 1/4 cup of enchilada sauce, and lime juice. Cook 2 minutes more. Add a large scoop of vegetable mixture onto each tortilla and roll up. Place rolled up tortillas side by side in a 9"-x-13" baking dish and top with cheeses. Bake until cheese is melty, 15 to 18 minutes. Garnish with tomatoes, avocado, onion, and cilantro. Makes 4 servings

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(Family Features) With many Americans staying home, the pressure is on to maintain fun and variety in the kitchen, so family meals don't get boring. However, cranking out three meals a day can be a burden. In fact, the average American can only prepare five meals without a recipe, according to a OnePoll survey. Consider these fun tips to add a little diversity to your family's daily menu: • Build a taco bar. This is an easy way to use leftovers from the week. Pull out tortillas or make rice, add any leftover proteins and sides then mix in taco seasonings. • Make a family classic. Think back to your childhood and the one or two dishes that became family favorites. Bust out those family cookbooks and recreate classics by having the kids help with age-appropriate tasks. • Try a microwave-friendly meal. For those nights when no one can decide what to eat, or when you're simply tired of cooking, turn to the microwave. One healthy option is Aqua Star's MicroSteam Seafood Meals, which combine sustainable seafood, including salmon, shrimp, tilapia and cod, with ontrend ingredients like mafalda pasta, sriracha, red quinoa and yellow carrots. In the microwave, the film expands and locks in steam to cook food evenly in just 6 minutes without a "fishy" smell. • Pull out the slow cooker. Being at home all day makes it even easier to prepare a good meal. Choose a recipe, throw it in the slow cooker in the morning and enjoy the delicious aromas as you wait for a meal that's ready just in time for dinner. • Try a meal kit. Meal kits are a fun way to switch up your regular repertoire. They're tasty, easy to make with kids and many of them come frozen so you can stock up. Take, for example, Aqua Star's Cutting Board meal kits, which come with all the ingredients required to prepare and clean up a high-quality and nutritious meal in 30 minutes or less. With flavors such as Cuban-style wild rockfish, crispy fish street tacos and sweet & spicy BBQ chicken flatbread, there's plenty of options for family dinners. • Order takeout or delivery. Many restau-

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rants offer takeout options, and with all the delivery services that exist, eating favorite restaurant meals from the comfort of home is easy to do. • Have breakfast for dinner. Seemingly always a kid-friendly favorite, scramble some eggs, cook some bacon and get creative with pancakes, French toast or waffles by adding fruit, spices or chocolate chips. If you learn new cooking methods, develop a larger menu and add some new dishes, eating at home can be fun and adventurous. Find more solutions at aquastar.com. Sidebar: Busting Common Cooking Myths • Myth No. 1: Frozen is not as good as fresh. When it comes to nutritional value, frozen foods are packed and frozen at the food's peak freshness, meaning they're still full of nutrients. • Myth No. 2: Cooking seafood is hard. Seafood is a healthy source of protein that can be steamed, baked, grilled or fried. Start with one technique and master it. An easy way to start is to saute shrimp or fish fillets in a bit of oil. Use the same technique as when you fry an egg and don't overcook it. • Myth No. 3: Fish should never be microwaved. Microwaving seafood can actually help preserve nutrients that are typically broken down when heated using other cooking methods. The key is to use steam: Place the fish in a microwaveable bag or choose one of the many ready-to-microwave selections in your grocer's freezer section. Steaming fish in the microwave cooks fish evenly and preserves texture and taste.

Nutritious Eating At Home: Better-ForYou Family Foods With Satisfying Flavor (Family Features) If spending additional time in the comfort of your home has you rethinking the family menu, rest assured you can make better-for-you food choices without losing mouthwatering taste. Easy, efficient at-home recipes like Burrito Beef and Cauli Mac and Cheese can all be made in less than an hour while reducing the intake of carbs and unnecessary sugars. All are part of a balanced Atkins low-carb lifestyle. The Atkins eating approach, which is a more flexible version of the popular ketogenic diet, offers a balanced mix of foods containing fiber-rich and nutrient-dense carbohydrates while focusing on reduced levels of refined carbohydrates, added sugars and the "hidden sugar effect" - when carbohydrates convert to sugar when digested. Introducing your family to smarter food choices can also support your immunity. According to research published in "The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition," simply substituting whole grains for refined grains has a modest effect on gut microbiota and immunity. Refined grains have had most of the fiber milled out of them, leaving a refined carbohydrate that impacts your body the way sugar would. T o learn more and find additional ways to focus family meals on nutritious recipes, visit Atkins.com. Burrito Beef Ingredients: 2 pounds beef arm chuck roast 4 tablespoons green taco sauce 1 teaspoon minced garlic 2 large scallions or spring onions, chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, diced 2 teaspoons chili powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt Directions: Trim fat from beef. In slow cooker

on low heat, cook beef, taco sauce, garlic, onions, jalapeno, chili powder, cumin and salt 8 hours, or until beef is tender. Using two forks, remove beef and shred. Mix beef with 1/2 cup cooking juices before serving. Makes 6 servings Cauli Mac and Cheese Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray 1 teaspoon salt, divided 1 head large (6-7-inch diameter) cauliflower 1 cup heavy cream 2 ounces cream cheese 1 1/2 teaspoons ground mustard 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon white pepper 1/4 teaspoon pepper sauce Directions: Heat oven to 375 F and prepare 9-by-9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Heat large pot of water to boiling and add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Remove stem and leaves from cauliflower. Cut into small pieces and place in boiling water; cook until crisp-tender; about 5 minutes. Drain well then pat between paper towels to remove moisture. In medium saucepan over medium heat, bring cream to simmer. Whisk cream cheese and powdered mustard into simmering cream until smooth. Add 1 cup cheddar cheese, garlic, remaining salt, white pepper and pepper sauce, whisking until cheese melts; about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cauliflower. Pour into baking dish and top with remaining cheese. Bake 15 minutes until browned and bubbly. Makes 6 servicngs

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Top Tips To Deep Clean This Spring (BPT) - This year spring cleaning is more than ever about the deep clean. Spring typically inspires a little more time dedicated to cleaning, in fact, a recent survey commissioned by Bona and conducted by Harris Poll found that more than half of U.S. adults say that the start of spring triggers extra cleaning in the household. While in the past it might have been more about simply dusting hardto-reach corners and cleaning out the fridge, this year it's also about deep cleaning and disinfecting for health and safety. Here are a few tips to deep clean this spring for anyone tackling the task: • Focus on high-use areas first. It may not be realistic to deep clean your whole home in one weekend so consider targeting busy areas of your home first. Bedrooms, bathrooms, family room, kitchen and entry areas likely get the most foot traffic, so start there and leave lesser used areas of the home for later. Gather some helpers and set a timeframe to establish a clear goal and end time. Consider a second round of cleaning if you're unable to

complete the task. • Clear out the clutter. Create a system that works for you to clear out the clutter and make space to deep clean. Set up boxes or bags clearly labeled "Trash," "Recycle," "Donate," and "Belongs elsewhere." Go through each target room, putting anything that shouldn't be there in one of the labeled containers. Be sure to get these boxes or bags where they belong to avoid additional house clutter. You'll feel lighter and happier just seeing those boxes and bags head out the door. • Prioritize large surface areas. Once you've cleared the excess clutter, wipe down the room from top to bottom. Clean the dust accumulated on top of bookshelves or ceiling fans first, then wipe down walls from top to bottom to remove dust and grime, using a microfiber mop or cloth. Prioritize large surfaces like countertops and tables as well as potential germ hotspots like the kitchen sink. Finish up with the floors by vacuuming carpet or by using a cleaner tailored for your hardwood or hard-surface floors.

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As I write this column at the end of March, the number of those infected by coronavirus is rapidly increasing in our country and state. We are all asked to self-isolate as much as possible, and non-essential businesses are closed. Actual lock-downs have been declared in many PA counties. Life is drastically altered for all of us. Many are depressed and fearful as we suffer isolation and confront the unknown duration of the pandemic. So how can gardening help? Medical professionals encourage us to get outside and exercise as much as possible to keep physically and mentally healthy. Physical activity increases our sense of well-being. Unfortunately, during the pandemic many group activities are restricted; competitive sports have been suspended, gyms are closed. But

gardening is an activity which can be enjoyed without close contact with others. We get plenty of exercise and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. Growing our own flowers and vegetables brings great personal satisfaction and is a great way to spend time with our kids and teach them how things grow. (They may even want to eat more veggies if they actually grow them.) And we can safely enjoy social interac-

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tion with others when outdoors and maintaining some distance. How might gardening be affected in the months ahead? As of this writing, some stores carrying gardening items are open. However, because we have been asked to stay home except for groceries and medical reasons, some folks may be hesitant to shop for plants and other garden supplies. In that event, online sources are still available. Seed companies (e.g. Burpee, Jung, Territorial, and Johnny’s Selected) provide the greatest variety of cultivars. What if you’ve never gardened before or you need more information about gardening? Unfortunately all Master Gardener presentations have been suspended until at least May 15, including our annual Spring into Gardening event. However, we will be streaming weekly programs on Facebook at noon on Tuesdays. Offerings will include live demonstrations, Powerpoint presentations, kid-friendly content, and our Garden Hotline Live with Q & A sessions. These programs can be accessed at https://www.facebook.com/ groups/696217890434068/ Penn State’s gardening website also offers a wealth of information: https://extension.psu.edu/trees-lawnsand-landscaping/ If you have questions about gardening, you can also contact Extension’s Ask an Expert at https://ask.extension.org/ask.

There are many other excellent online resources available as well. The National Gardening Association website offers free courses on how to garden, how to build raised beds, a section on pandemic gardening, special resources on gardening with children and a variety of podcasts: https://garden.org/ Cornell provides extensive information about all forms of gardening: http://gardening.cals. cornell.edu/garden-guidance/ The EPA is a wonderful source of information about home composting: https://www.epa.gov/recycle/ composting-home Whenever searching online, you should always seek reliable sources. A good way to make sure that the gardening information you obtain is research-based is to add .edu to your search. For example, you can search for gardening.edu for a list of Extension gardening websites.

How To Find The Right Mower For You (Family Features) Whether you're a first-time homeowner or looking for an upgrade, deciding what lawn mower to purchase deserves careful consideration. Similar to dayto-day life, new technology over the last five years, specifically in the gas mower industry, is making it easier to maintain your lawn. If you're in the market for a new mower, consider these tips to find the perfect tool to match your needs: • Yard Size—Looking at the size of your yard is the first step in determining the best mower for your needs. Walk-behind mowers work well for yards that are 1/2 acre or less, but for yards 1-3-acres or larger, a zero-turn rider (ZTR) or riding mower may be appropriate. • Terrain—A small, flat yard may only require a walk-behind mower. If your yard is sloped or hilly, you may prefer a self-propelled mower rather than one you have to push. A walk-behind mower with big back wheels is easier to maneuver across rough terrain. Riding mowers and ZTRs can handle varied terrain, although some handle better on slopes than others. • Engine—Engines are one of the most important factors affecting a mower's performance, so purchasing one with a quality engine is essential. For example, Briggs & Stratton engines can be found on several brands of lawn mowers, including eight of the top 10 walk-behind brands. As a global leader in gasoline engines for outdoor power equipment, these engines power mowers ranging from small walk-behinds to large ZTRs and riding mowers. • Special Features—While certain features may add to the cost of lawn mowers, many provide functions worth considering. One popular option is a mulching blade, which returns finely cut grass pieces to the lawn as a natural fertilizer. Another common choice is a bagging attachment, which is a grass-catching bag that can be affixed to the side or back of the mower to collect grass clippings. wExplore more ways to put technology to work in your yard at briggsandstratton.com. Technology to Get the Job Done Explore high-tech features that make mowing more manageable with these insights from professional home improvement contractor Jason Cameron, host of DIY Network's "Desperate Landscapes." • Avoid disturbing the neighbors. If finding

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COVID-19 And Your Dental Health by Frank Glushefski, D.M.D. A message to our valued patients: In light of the World Health Organization’s recent declaration of the Cornoavirus and resulting COVID-19 illness as a global pandemic, we have taken all reasonable measures to keep our patients and staff safe. Our top priority is the health and wellbeing of our patients, families, staff, and community. In accordance with new recommendations issued by Governor Tom Wolf, the CDC, the White House, and the Pennsylvania Dental Society we had to make the difficult decision to temporary close our practice. As health care professionals, we believe we have a role to play in “flattening the curve” in order to follow sound, scientific public health advice to help limit infections and slow the spread of the virus. Please be advised that our Office is taking this time during the COVID-19 closure to upgrade our already meticulous Infection Control Protocol including the installation of a hospital grade, antibacterial, anti-mold and antiviral surface and airborne purification system. This is not a decision we take lightly. We believe that by taking these extraordinary precautions, we can make a difference in helping to preserve the limited supply of personal protective equipment critical for emergency dental care and frontline healthcare personnel responding to the pandemic. We will continue to evaluate the situation as it evolves and determine when it is appropriate for us to return to our normal business hours. Our staff would like nothing more than to get back to work in assisting our patients

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What’s Happening At Providence Place Drums? Upcoming Events at Providence Place Drums Reserve your spot today! We hope this finds you in good health and happy spirits. We haven’t been able to host public events due to the precautions we are taking, as a company, to protect our residents and staff from the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite this, we have been providing our residents with one on one interactions and activities during this challenging time and we are all looking forward to resuming back to normalcy soon! In the meantime, stay home gram. The Club provides additional structure, and practice social distancing! daily reminders, and small group activities. We provide customized care by offering programs Connections Providence Place Senior Living offers for different stages of Dementia. This method multiple levels of care and a variety of support ensures that residents receive the right level of services designed to maximize a resident’s stay. memory support at the right time without sacProvidence Place offers Independent Living, rificing their independence. Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, Assisted Living, and Secured Memory Sup- port. Residents living with mild memory loss the Alzheimer’s Association, April Support can benefit from the Connections Club pro- Group meeting at Providence Place in Drums

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Know The Symptoms: COVID-19, Seasonal Allergies And Flu provided by Lehigh Valley Health Network It can be confusing to differentiate the symptoms of COVID-19 (coronavirus) from other illnesses, especially as we enter allergy season and close out flu season. Here’s what you need to know. What are the symptoms of COVID-19? COVID-19 is most commonly marked with a fever, dry cough and shortness of breath. As a virus that affects your lower respiratory tract, most of the symptoms are felt in the chest and lungs. This means someone with COVID-19 is less likely to have symptoms that are typical of upper respiratory infections, including a runny nose, nasal congestion or sneezing. More recent reports have suggested that some patients with COVID-19 will have these symptoms, either as a direct result of COVID-19 or another simultaneous respiratory infection. Some patients also report fatigue and body aches. If you have known exposure to someone who has COVID-19, be extra vigilant of your symptoms. This virus is highly contagious and can live on surfaces for extended periods of time.

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If You Need Emergency Care, Don’t Delay by Katie Cavender, Lehigh Valley Health Network It’s true that many things during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic are different. Events are canceled, parks are closed, and group gatherings must be postponed. But one thing that remains the same is emergency situations and severe symptoms require prompt medical care. There is a nationwide trend of people hesitating to receive emergency care. In fact, some reports have shown a 40 percent decrease in heart attack patients at emergency rooms across the country. “People are staying at home and not paying attention to their symptoms,” says Ronald Freudenberger, MD, Physician in Chief, Lehigh Valley Heart Institute. “The sooner we treat a patient during a heart attack and open their arteries, the greater the chance of survival and full recovery.” Emergency rooms throughout Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) are the safest places you can receive help. We follow protocols designed to protect you from exposure to COVID-19, including the use of technologies to check-in patients and place patients suspected

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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 hard to keep you and our staff safe and healthy. Our staff members wash or sanitize their hands and disinfect the equipment between each patient. We are also practicing social distancing wherever possible and in order to maintain a safe environment, we are screening staff and patients. It is important to know that we are not allowing any staff members or patients 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

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Maintaining Wellbeing During Senior Isolation by Marlin Duncan, Comfort Keepers As we all prepare to keep our homes and families safe during this COVID-19 outbreak, it’s important to consider the needs of the seniors in our lives and in our communities. State and local health agencies are taking steps to ensure that seniors are physically protected from the virus, including directives for those 65 and older to stay home including shelter in place orders and quarantines directed at seniors. Many families are searching for guidance and solutions to ensure their loved ones are best taken care of. This isolation can take a toll on a senior’s mental and physical health, and it’s important to remember that there are things we can all do to foster connection, hope, purpose, and support for seniors during this difficult time. Families, caregivers and health professionals should work with seniors to develop a plan that allows them to take part in activities

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• Enjoying the things they love. Life doesn’t stop when staying at home, talk to your senior about what they enjoy – uncovering old favorites can lead to new memories like an at home spelling bee, a spirited game of cards, or a renewed love of art. For any activity and hobby, there’s a virtual version available. For those that love art, museums are offering online tours for those that can’t visit. There are a host of music options available on streaming services, and singing and dancing is just as fun in the living room! And, podcasts on any topic can be streamed on a phone, website or through a virtual assistant. • Get some exercise. It’s important for seniors to continue movement and motion through exercise, even during a period of isolation. Ensuring a senior’s range of motion is still intact through daily stretching or yoga is a great way to keep moving. Keep moving by getting steps in when you can or turn up the tunes and have a dance party in the living room! Lifting light weights at home can help keep muscles strong when getting out of the house may not be an option. Gyms and fitness professionals are offering free at-home workouts for those that have permission from their physician to exercise. • Maintain a healthy diet. When we spend a lot time at home it’s often easy to grab a bite anytime we pass the kitchen. It’s important to keep in mind healthy options when snacking – avoid too many salty or sweet snacks. And, when meal prepping remember the food pyramid – fruit, veggies, calcium, grain, and proteins. • It’s a great time for spring cleaning! Not only is disinfecting surfaces in the home a recommended step to avoiding Coronavirus, it’s also a good time to consider a larger spring-cleaning project. And, a spring refresh doesn’t have to be a chore – seniors can make housework fun by playing upbeat music or using the time to look at photos and mementos with loved ones. • Spring serves up holidays that are pure fun or meaningful. Whether it’s making a special meal, dressing up or sending cards to loved ones, holidays offer lots of opportunities for connection – even when families aren’t together. • Find joy in everyday activities. Take time to enjoy the small things – card games, baking projects, a good cup of coffee, a phone call with a friend, eating your favorite food. There are always opportunities for meaningful moments and joyful days with a little planning, conversation and intentional action. For those in need of a little extra help at home, Comfort Keepers can help. Find out more about our uplifting in-home care services at ComfortKeepers.com.

Virtual Dermatology by Stephen Schleicher, MD. So, you have a skin problem and are self-quarantined in your house. What to do? Fortunately, the answer is simple: schedule a virtual office visit. What is teledermatology? Well, to simplify, here it is. Call our office (570459-0029) and arrange a live videoconference with one of our DermDox Dermatology Center medical providers. The consultation is easily carried out using Facetime, Skype, or Google Duo. We will analyze your skin problem, send over any prescriptions to your pharmacy, and even schedule an in-office examination if medically necessary. Your visit is covered by virtually all insurance companies including Medicare and Medicaid. Telemedicine has swept the world in response to the Covid pandemic. I am one of the pioneers in virtual visits, having performed my first one in 1999 and featured way back then on CBS evening news. At present I provide teledermatology consultations to state prisons throughout Pennsylvania and, with a population base of over 45,000 inmates, have performed thousands of virtual visits over the past three decades. Why delay consultation when you can have your skin condition treated in the comfort and safety of your home! GREAT RATES MARKETING EXPERTS

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Resiliency by John Degenhart, DC I pray this article helps to bolster your resiliency as we all cope with this pandemic. Many of us are out of work, some have lost loved ones, some fear their jobs might not be there once this improves. Homes will be lost; this stress will break some people. But we all can survive and thrive during this world-wide pain. This is how. Let’s define resiliency as “an appreciative attitude that embraces all the ups and downs of life”. The ability to recover from or adjust easily to change, builds personal resilience. Even if you cannot change a situation, knowing that you have the freedom to choose your attitude, helps you not to feel like a victim or prisoner to the circumstance. By viewing all of life with an appreciative attitude, we build our enthusiasm and prepare ourselves to respond to life’s call with a sense of confidence and deep meaning that doesn’t exist otherwise. When this COVID-19 pandemic is gone, and you look back on how you re-

sponded, what will you say? Will you say, “I worried too much, I took my anxieties out on others, and to be honest, I’m ashamed of how I coped”. Or will you say, “I always tried to trust in God, but you never know how strong your faith is until you are tested. I stayed calm and productive, and with God’s help I coped well, and I feel I am better able now to cope with future pandemics”. I like to observe human nature. I believe most of us vacillates with our emotions in life. Maybe one day you wake up feeling strong and courageous and take all the precautions to safeguard your family. But on another day, you tremble inside, you can’t sleep, and you are irritable. You know what, that is okay. God understands and loves us just as we are. So here is my ultimate prayer for you. There will be a day with no more tears, no more pain, no more fears. We will see Jesus, face to face. We will abandon all our burdens. Maybe you have been too caught up in this world. Maybe this pandemic will help you to get your heart prepared for the next world. I want a young mother to whisper to her child, “I don’t know how this will turn out, but God knows. Give your life to God, become born again, and I promise you will live eternally in heaven with our loving father”. Then you, our country, our world will be more resilient!

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4 Ways To Help Nurses During The Coronavirus Pandemic (Family Features) America's nurses are on the front lines of the fight against coronavirus, providing safe, quality, compassionate and nondiscriminatory care to those they serve, many of whom are doing so at significant risk to their own well-being. The American Nurses Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the American Nurses Association, created the Coronavirus Response Fund for Nurses to provide direct financial assistance, mental health support and science- and data-based information to nurses serving on the front lines. "Nurses always answer the call to serve their patients, communities and country during times of crisis," said American Nurses Foundation Chair Tim Porter-O'Grady, DM, EdD, ScD (h), APRN, FAAN, FACCWS. "As we confront the new and emerging challenges of this pandemic, nurses are and will continue serving on the front lines in extraordinary ways." To show your support during this uncertain time, consider taking part in these four key actions: 1. Text THANKS to 20222 to donate $10. One of the easiest ways to directly support nurses is to donate $10 to the Coronavirus Response Fund for Nurses, spread the word to others using the hashtag #ThanksNurses, and visit ThanksNurses.org. 2. Stay home. Only leave home for essentials and maintain a safe distance from other people. 3. Wash your hands. Frequently wash your hands for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom, before eating and after blowing your nose, sneezing or coughing. It is also important to wash your hands after going out in public and touching items that others may have come in contact with such as doors, shopping carts or credit card readers. 4. Follow local guidelines. Seek guidance from local public health officials, such as those at your county health department. Nurses are reliable and proven responders during infectious disease emergencies, providing essential care where it is needed most. Following simple steps like these can go a long way toward keeping people healthy. Donations will help provide direct financial assistance, mental health support and science- and data-based information to benefit nurses. Visit ThanksNurses.org to learn more.

3 Telehealth Tips Connected To COVID-19 (BPT) - As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to mount, many Americans may be considering where to go for care if they develop potential symptoms. One important - yet potentially overlooked - resource is telehealth, which may enable people to connect 24/7 with a health care provider via a digital device and avoid potential exposure risks associated with inperson trips to health care facilities. "Telehealth may be especially helpful as an initial option for medical advice related to COVID-19 and to help evaluate other possible health issues, as well as to assist people who live in rural areas," said Dr. Anne Docimo, Chief Medical Officer, UnitedHealthcare. To help people more effectively take advantage of this technology during the evolving COVID-19 situation, here are three tips to consider: 1. Identify available resources: To find telehealth resources, check with your care provider group, health benefit plan or employer. According to a recent Mercer study, nearly nine out of 10 employers offer telehealth visits to their employees, as do many Medicare and Medicaid health plans (in some cases by telephone). Meanwhile, 76% of hospitals connect patients and care providers using video or other technology, according to the American Hospital Association. In some cases, people can currently access telehealth visits without cost sharing. Since the outbreak emerged, some health plans are now encouraging patients to use telephone or live videoconferencing (if available) to connect people with local network medical providers, currently waiving cost sharing for COVID-19 related visits and treatments. Docimo points out this is especially important for people with certain complex conditions, such as diabetes or Parkinson's disease, as it may enable them to "see" their own physician for acute or follow-up care related to their condition and help avoid potential exposure to the coronavirus during an in-person visit. 2. Understand likely next steps: During a telehealth visit, care providers can give general medical advice to evaluate possible COVID-19 symptoms (fever, dry cough or difficulty breathing). While diagnostic testing services are not available through a telehealth visit to help confirm a diagnosis for COVID-19 (if needed), care providers can help guide patients to a local care provider or public health authority for testing and follow-up care. Making these connections may help people take the appropriate steps in advance of an in-person test, which may help

reduce the risk of your exposure and possible exposure to other patients and health care providers. For other illnesses (not COVID-19 related) that are treatable with medications, telehealth care providers can write prescriptions and discuss how to obtain them safely, such as using medication home delivery or drive-thru pickup at a local pharmacy. Due to the COVID-19 situation, it is important to note that people may anticipate potential wait times, as some care providers offering telehealth may be currently experiencing a surge in appointments. 3. Access other health services: While elective health care procedures may be delayed to help enable care providers to focus on COVID-19 cases, telehealth may help people more effectively manage other health issues without the need to go out and risk potential exposure to the virus.

Telehealth can help address myriad medical issues, including allergies, pinkeye, fevers, rashes and the regular flu. In addition, so much time at home can also contribute to behavioral health issues, so people should consider telehealth as a resource to connect with a qualified psychiatrist or psychologist. Importantly, people who experience a significant or serious medical issue should go to the emergency room (ER). By considering these tips, people across the country may be able to more effectively use telehealth resources to help stay safe during these challenging times. For more information about the COVID-19 situation, go to www.uhc.com/ coronavirus.

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Fyzical Therapy & Balance Center................40 Pioner Tunnel Coal Mine..............................12 Greenview Meats...........................................29 Providence Place.............................................42 Harman Funeral Home.................................11 Pride Homes, LLC.........................................37 A & M Notary...............................................16 Hazle Park Quality Meats..............................31 R & L Helpmates..........................................49 All Care Home Care......................................40 Hazleton Eye Specialists.................................43 Ron Myers Water Well Drilling.....................38 Area Agency On Aging..................................23 Hazleton Imaging Center..............................45 Rough Cut Barbeque.....................................32 Billig-Helmes Insurance.................................12 Hazleton Public Transit..................................15 S.J. Kowalski, Inc...........................................51 Bonanza Steak House....................................11 Hometown Farmer's Market.........................28 Senape's Bakery..............................................14 Boscov's Restaurant........................................33 Honest Abe's Tax Service.............Calendar,9,13 SJM Auto Sales..............................................17 Boyers Insurance............................................11 Houck Homes, Inc........................................38 Smith Floral Company..................................10 Brandon's Forever Home...............................21 JL Construction.............................................35 Smith Health Care.........................................41 Broyan's Farm Market...................................22 John's Church Hill Restaurant......................32 Standard Drug Store......................................46 C & D Seafood..............................................31 Jon-David & Helen's Hair Salon..................28 Sugarloaf Township-Joe Larock Recreation Field.....27 Cedar Street Supply.......................................34 Lehigh Valley Health Network........................ 3 Tarone's Super Market.........................Calendar Christy M. DeMelfi, ESQ.............................14 Len Mudlock - State Farm.............................11 The Amish Pantry..........................................12 Comfort Keepers............................................46 Maylath Valley Health Systems.....................51 The Beacon Diner..........................................32 Covered Wagon.............................................36 Milk House Creamery, LLC..........................22 The Laurel Mall................................................ 7 Degenhart Chiropractic.................................48 Miller Auto Body...........................................16 The Laurels Senior Living Community.........44 Della Croce Dental.......................................... 2 Milstien Dermatology....................................51 The Lazy Dog Salon.......................................14 Derm Dox Dermatology...............................47 Mountain Statuary & Stone..........................36 The Small Car Center....................................16 Dianes Salon On 93......................................12 Mountain Top Paving & Seal Coating..........39 Thomas Farm.................................................22 Dr. Eugene Stish, M.D.................................... 2 No. 9 Mine & Museum................................19 Top Of The 80's.............................................29 Dr. Frank Glushefski, D.M.D.......................41 Northeast Hearing Solutions.........................47 Two Italian Guys............................................29 Fellin's Jeweler's..............................................27 Pavlick & Boyle Dentistry.............................49 Urenovich-Nation Insurance.........................14 Feussner's Ford Inc.........................................17 Peaceful Therapeutic Massage........................45 West Hazleton Veterinary Hospital...............10 Frankie's Pizzeria & Restaurant....................... 2 Penny's Transmission.....................................17 Whispering Pines...........................................26 Fritzingertown Senior Living.........................47 Powerhouse Eatery.........................................25 Zanolini Nursery & Country Shop...............37

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