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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014
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VOLUME 124 - NO. 15
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STEELTON
In Steelton, drinking water violations ignite fears, concern By Noelle Barrett
Press And Journal Staff
More than 50 residents packed Steelton Borough Council’s chambers on Monday, April 7, many concerned about potential health dangers they suspect were caused by drinking water violations by the Steelton Borough Water Authority in 2013. The standing-room-only crowd, which spilled out into Press And Journal Photo by Noelle Barrett the hallway, hoped to get answers. Instead, many quesKristen Tate addresses Steelton Borough tions were left unresolved, and the meeting ended after 51 Council during a meeting on Monday, April 7 . minutes when Council President Jeffery Wright pounded
his gavel and asked for a motion to adjourn in the midst of a shouting match. The state Department of Environmental Protection announced on April 2 that the Steelton Borough Water Authority was fined $55,200 as part of a consent order and agreement with DEP to address drinking water violations that occurred last year. The following violations were discovered after DEP conducted an evaluation and sanitary inspection on Nov. 20: • The water authority failed to record filtered water turbidity Please See WATER, Page A6
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MIDDLETOWN
Council to investigate official’s conduct
Authority member called a resident a “pain in the ass’’ during public meeting
By David Amerman Press And Journal Staff
Middletown Borough’s solicitor will conduct an investigation into the conduct of a Middletown Borough Authority member who verbally berated a resident at an authority meeting on Thursday, April 3. Borough Council voted 8-1 on Monday, April 7 to have its solicitor investigate the exchange between authority member Robert Louer Jr. and resident Dawn Knull. At the meeting, Knull addressed concerns she had regarding the upcoming construction for Middletown’s downtown infrastructure project and proposed traffic detours down Wood and State streets. She asked what would be done to make sure children at play would be safe, and whether jake brakes from passing trucks would disturb homes in that neighborhood. “You’re taking a state road and putting it down into a residential area with a lot of kids that are playing,” Knull explained to council. “I just wanted to make sure that, on this detour, there were going to be signs posted.” Eventually, Louer snapped back at Knull and other residents in attendance who had similar concerns. “Why are you’ns here doing this? Don’t you Please See COUNCIL, Page A6
Pizza delivery prank cost two teens $381 By Jim Lewis
Press And Journal Staff
Here is the prank: E-mail a pizza order to a pizza shop and have it delivered to the target’s home. Funny? Not for two Middletown teenagers. The prank cost them $381, according to Lower Swatara Twp. police. The teens placed two fake pizza orders – one for $262 and another for $119 – with the Pizza Hut in the 2000 block of W. Harrisburg Pike on Tuesday, March 18, requesting the pizzas be delivered to a Middletown residence. When the delivery driver discovered that no one at the residence had ordered the pizzas, the police were called to investigate. Police discovered that two 16-year-old students at Middletown Area High School had placed the orders by computer at the school at 8:30 a.m. and provided bogus names and telephone numbers. The students confessed and paid Pizza Hut in full, ending the investigation, police said.
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Joe Julius launches a game-winning 46-yard field goal attempt through the uprights with 10 seconds left to give the Falcons a 17-14 victory over top-seeded Wilson in a District 3 Class AAAA semifinal playoff game last season.
Lower Dauphin’s Joe Julius gives up a soccer scholarship for a chance at football stardom
Three road projects will begin this year PennDOT will begin three local road improvement projects this year. The resurfacing of Interstate 283 in Dauphin County, which will cost $5.6 million, and more than eight miles of Route 283 in Lancaster County, which will cost $8.5 million, are two of the improvement projects that will begin, according to Michael Keiser, PennDOT’s District 8 executive. The construction of a Route 441 bypass around Columbia, a project that will cost $14 million, is also expected to start this year, Keiser said. Funding for the projects was produced by the adoption last year of Act 89, Pennsylvania’s sweeping transportation plan that was adopted by a bipartisan consensus at the state Capitol and signed by Gov. Tom Corbett.
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nder Friday night lights, the crowd looked on as Lower Dauphin kicker Joe Julius stepped onto the field. Tied 14-14 with 10 seconds left, the fate of the District 3 Class AAAA football semifinal game hinged on Julius’ kick. It’s the type of scenario that can make even the strong buckle under pressure – but not Julius. For the self-described adrenaline junkie, it’s the type of moment he lives for, thrives in. There was the snap, the kick, and the three seconds of suspense it took the football to travel 46 yards to the goalpost. “I didn’t even have to see it. The way I felt when I hit it, I knew,” Julius recalls. It was good. It’s the kind of rush that makes Julius an athlete, and it’s those moments in time that influenced his decision to forgo a full soccer scholarship at Southern Illinois-Edwardsville in favor of a shot at football. Julius will be a walk-on at Penn State this fall, pursuing a football career. It wasn’t the simplest choice or the easiest path, but if it wasn’t a challenge, it wouldn’t feel right for Julius. Family legacy The familiar path was the one he was raised to know. “Ever since I could kick a ball, I was always playing soccer,” Julius said. He spent most of his life on the soccer field, following in the footsteps of his dad, Larry, a former pro soccer player. Larry Julius had his own success playing indoor soccer, as a former Harrisburg Heat/Hershey Impact standout and U.S. Please See JULIUS, Page A6
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Joe Julius holds up the trophy after the Falcons’ District 3 Class AAAA championship victory against Cumberland Valley on Nov. 30.
Steel-High to perform original comedy By Noelle Barrett
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MIDDLETOWN
Wheeler resigns as police chief
A resident presented a petition with 187 signatures that asks Middletown Borough Council to abolish its $50,000-a-year position of director of communcations, proposing the borough instead use the money to hire a codes enforcement officer. Dawn Knull told council on Monday, April 7 that she obtained the signatures in nine hours of circulating the petition. Council took no action. Last month, it voted 5-4 to keep the position.
By David Amerman
It’s creepy and it’s kooky, mysterious and spooky – and not quite what you would expect. This year, students at Steelton-Highspire High School are performing an original play, “Dead End Inn,’’ written by Rachel Fischer and Ann Marie Knorr. The play is a dark comedy about a very eccentric family who hasn’t paid their taxes, and they decide to turn their home into a bed and breakfast, naming it the Dead End Inn. “We wanted it to have the same feel as ‘The Addams Family,’ ” said Knorr, who also directs the play. “In the play, the Press And Journal Photo by Noelle Barret family reaches out to friends and family, and you see them The cast of Steelton-Highspire High School’s play, “Dead End Inn.” trying to come up with ways to get the money.” The play has characteristics like the “The Addams Famto perform, and when she couldn’t find it, she reached out to Fischer ily” and “The Munsters,” something the students have really enjoyed to write their own. “When you pick a play, you have to match the script with the students portraying. “I like the creepy vibe of this play,” said Juliano Rodrigues, who plays and with the community, and you have to do something everybody is Grim Reaper, a taxidermist. “It’s more like murder mystery creepy, going to enjoy going to,” Knorr said. “I wanted something different the kids could have fun with.” and very similar to the ‘The Addams Family.’ ” Please See “DEAD END INN”, Page A3 Knorr spent a lot of time searching for the right play for the students
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Penn State Harrisburg will hold an open house for prospective students at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 12 in the Capitol Union Building on campus. The session will include a tour of the campus; opportunities to talk with faculty, staff, students and off-campus housing representatives; and information on admission requirements, financial aid and career services. Attendees will receive a complimentary lunch and ice cream from the Penn State Creamery. Online registration is encouraged at the university’s website, Hbg.psu.edu.
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Middletown Police Chief Steven Wheeler resigned on Monday, April 1 after a little more than a year at the post, according to Mayor James H. Curry III, who will be in charge of the police department until a replacement is named. Curry said Wheeler indicated in his resignation letter that he was pursuing a more lucrative career op- Steven Wheeler portunity elsewhere. Wheeler’s last day of work as police chief will be Friday, April 11. Please See WHEELER, Page A6
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MAHS students complete course for nurse aides
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Three Middletown Area High School students graduated from Harrisburg Area Community College’s nurse aide training program during a ceremony on Friday, March 14 at Frey Village. Students Allison Shipkowski, Jordan Flowers and Lindsay Truesdale completed HACC’s 120-hour program, offered to area high school students who wish to become a state certified nurse aide for elderly clients. Upon successful completion of the course, students are prepared to take the Pennsylvania State Certification Exam for nurse aides.
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Attending the Frey Village graduation ceremony for Harrisburg Area Community College’s nurse aide training program are, from left: Michel Carnes, principal at Middletown Area High School; students Allison Shipkowski, Jordan Flowers and Lindsay Truesdale; and Michele Myers, career coordinator at the high school.
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Most cemeteries keep records, often on small “Lot Cards” for all of the sections and plots within the cemetery. These cards will typically have information about the individuals buried in a particular plot. You might discover some unexpected relatives co-residing with the individual you are researching. Another key piece of information is the name of the individual that purchased the plot. This can be extremely helpful if the person that bought the plot was a daughter of the deceased. Tracking the female line of your ancestry is always a difficult task if no one knows married names. If a female purchased the plot, you might be able to find her married name. The Lot Cards will typically have burial dates, and sometimes even the age of the deceased. These dates can be valuable in tracking other documents, like death certificates. And in a few cases, names of the funeral home, the town in which they died, and even their cause of death. Sexton’s Records The person in charge of a cemetery and its records was known as the sexton; today, the person is known as the cemetery superintendent. He most likely digs the grave himself. Sexton’s records typically give the name of the deceased, the date of burial and sometimes the age of the deceased, and the relationship to a survivor. You might also find the exact location of the grave in the cemetery. You can find a variety of information in visiting the cemetery office. Here are a few questions to ask: Who was buried in the plot; who purchased the plot; who is responsible for the grave’s upkeep, such relatives living in the area. Sometimes the records will tell when the marker was placed and who the stonecutter was. Sometimes you may find an obit or death certificate among the records. You may also find other names in the records of relatives buried in the plot that are not named on the grave marker. If you’re trying to locate living relatives, ask if you can attach a card with your names and number to the burial record. So if some long lost cousin happens to be searching for the same ancestors, he or she can find you.
New Restrictions On The Security Death Master File
According to a December 30, 2013 blog post by Judy Russell, author of “The Legal Genealogist,” the big immediate impact is that genealogists should not order 33-5 forms (request for issuance of a Social Security number) for anyone who has died in the last three years. The exemption of SSDI information from the federal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), means that all requests for information on the name, Social Security, account number, date of birth, and date of death of deceased individuals maintained by the Commissioner of Social Security of people who died within the three calendar years before the request, will be denied.
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The first settlers were harassed by Indian depredations, and some forts, or block houses, were built for protection against the Indians. Fort Henry, south of the Blue Moutains on the Pine Grove-Millersburg Trail, was one of these. The two Keefers had located at Stanhope a few hundred yards west of the present schoolhouse where Allen Zimmerman lives at the present. They were attacked by Indians and ran up the back valley to where a man named Bressler had settled, now the home of George Schnoke. The Indians followed them and killed them. Bressler had heard the cries of those men and jumped on his horse and started across the Blue Mountains, and so escaped. A party of men who went to investigate found them, and having no picks or shovels buried them in the rocks. The following came from the History of Pine Grove written by George Haas. “In 1771, a new township was organized by cutting from Bethel all the land north of the crest of Blue Mountain. A line northwest from Route 83 on the summit marks fairly accurately the eastern boundary of the township extending far beyond the Susquehanna. One of the outstanding features of the township was a wonderful grove of pines through which the Shamokin trail passed, described by Patram and Evans 28 years before and named Pine Grove Township. A year later Northumberland County was organized, taking a huge slice off Pine Grove Township. As the region filled up with settlers, new townships were being formed and eventually Pine Grove Township was reduced to its present dimensions. Tremont Township was the last to be wholly taken from Pine Grove Township. This was in 1848. Eight years later Washington Township was organized, receiving part of its acreage from Pine Grove Township. Since then boundaries of the township remain unchanged. In the course of time, the Indian trail over the Swatara Hill gave way to the wagon road of which Tulpehocken Street is a part. About midway between the Blue Mountains and the Second Mountain was a place where farmers and lumbermen came to buy supplies and where travelers between Reading and Sunbury were able to obtain meals and lodging at a primitive country inn. Here a tiny village grew up. Practically the entire Swatara Coal region was in Pine Grove Township. The mines in the early days were spoken of as being at Pine Grove. The village along the Tulpehocken-Sunbury Road, which for years was known as Barrows after the innkeeper, gradually took the name of the township. The construction of a branch of the Union Canal caused such an increase in population that the village was incorporated as the borough of Pine Grove in 1832. It amazes me now that Pine Grove was a “rich” town with its inns, canal, and covered bridges. Yes, at one time Pine Grove had six covered bridges. I lived near where once there was one. There were tanneries, butcher shops, and blacksmith shops. I remember my grandfather trying to tell me things and of course I did not want to hear it. I thought of Pine Grove as a small town with nothing to do. As I grew older and worked outside the Pine Grove area, I learned to appreciate what this small town has to offer. I never left the area after I graduated from Pine Grove Area High School, even though I said I was going to. It seems a lot of my classmates did but in the last few years they moved back to the area to raise their families.
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Obituaries
David Leiss David Alan Leiss, of Harrisburg, entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 31, at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. He was born on September 26, 1961 in Lebanon, and was the son of Shelby Norton Leiss and the late Donald Robert Leiss. David was a graduate of Milton Hershey School class of 1979 and was previously employed as a registered nurse in the Health Care Industry. He received his associate’s degree from Millersville University and his nursing degree from St. Joseph’s School of Nursing in Lancaster. His hobbies included camping, cooking, and he enjoyed playing the video game World of War Craft. He had a quick wit and enjoyed laughing with friends. In addition to his father Donald, he was preceded in death by his brothers Scott M. Leiss and Dale R. Leiss. In addition to his mother, Shelby, he is survived by his husband William T. Kennedy IV of Harrisburg; a daughter Erin Leiss of Lebanon; two sons Adam D. Leiss of Woodstock, N.Y., and Nicholas P. Leiss of Beacon, N.Y.; his sister Jody L. Leed of Lebanon; brother Todd A. Leiss (Donna Beard) of Middletown; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services for David were
Brenda Stos held on Friday, April 4, at Garden Chapel, Middletown, with Pastor Jon Shiery officiating. Burial was at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Matinchek and Daughter Funeral Home, 260 E. Main St., Middletown, PA 17057, to help defray expenses associated with the funeral services. Condolences may be sent online at www.matinchekanddaughterfuneralhome.com.
William Reigle William R. “Barney” Reigle, 88, of Middletown, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and brother. Born November 2, 1925, in Highspire, he was son of the late Clayton and Blanche Swisher Reigle. He was a United States Navy veteran having served from 1943-1946. He graduated from Derry Township High School, Hershey Vocational School, and Elizabethtown College, where he earned a bachelor’s degree. He worked for AMP, Inc. until his retirement. Afterward, he taught at Daytona Beach Community College. Barney was a member of St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Middletown. He was also a member of Prince Edwin-Spring Creek Lodge #486 F&AM and enjoyed gardening, especially planting tomatoes, playing the Hammond organ, and was a computer enthusiast.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Richard D. Reigle. He is survived by his wife June A. Updegraff Reigle; a daughter Joan I. Strait (Larry) of Hummelstown; five grandsons David Hoover (Debbie) of California, Jeffrey Hoover (Cyndi) of Colorado, Larry Strait Jr. (Stacy) of Illinois, S. Jared Strait (Veronica) of Virginia, and Shane Strait (Alona) of New Jersey; 10 great-grandchildren Stephen, Alexandria, Lance, Sarah, Connor, Hannah, Cole, Jessica, Natalie, and Lilly; two sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Memorial service was held on Tuesday, April 8 at his church. Private interment was in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Spring and Union Sts., Middletown, PA 17057. Arrangements by Auer Cremation Services of Pennsylvania, Inc.
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Alex Santiago, portraying Courtland the ghost, left, argues with Morgue Reaper, played by Isaac Hawkins, right, during a scene at the inn.
“DEAD END INN” Continued From Page One
The play isn’t all scares. There are a lot of laughs along the way, specifically with the Reaper family. Morgue Reaper, played by senior Isaac Hawkins, is one of the most eccentric characters. “He is the creepy uncle of the family, but he’s really loveable and funny,” Hawkins said. “He’s one of the comedic relief characters in the show and he is really fun to play.” And what would a spooky inn be without a ghost haunting the halls? Junior Alex Santiago plays Courtland, a girl who dies in the Civil War and is a ghost in the Dead End Inn. “You get to be someone different for five seconds, and with all the people involved, it’s a lot of fun,” Santiago said. “This is a lot different than our normal shows because it has a scary aspect people aren’t really used to.” And while vampires, a ghost, and witches will grace the stage, the characters are still relatable. “[My character] is like a typical mom, which is weird to say because she’s a vampire,” said senior Tiana Reid, who plays Fatality. “She cares about her family and tries to be a peacemaker.” While the play has brought together a lot of different characters, it also has a mix of experienced performers and newcomers. Senior Isaiah Eckenrode has enjoyed his first year on the stage. “It’s just been an awesome experience,” he said. “I wish I had done
this sooner.” Mariah Lewis, also a senior, has enjoyed stepping into a new role. “I play Willow, a witch that’s really earthy,” she said. “Being my first show, it’s a challenge in itself, but it’s fun to portray something new.” The play is also filled with surprises and special effects, but you’ll have to go to the play to see for yourself. “It’s funny, hysterical, creepy – it’s something that’s going to keep you on the edge of your seat,” said Justice Pendleton, who plays Nana Catharine Reaper. “You’ll want to know what’s going to happen next.” “It’s different from any of the shows we’ve ever done here. It’s like we went from lively to this dead appearance, but it’s still lively at the same time,” Reid said. The play will be performed at 7 p.m. from Thursday, April 10 through Saturday, April 12 in the high school auditorium. Tickets are $8 for adults and $6 for students (with identification). Noelle Barrett: 717-944-4628, or noellebarrett@pressandjournal.com
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Brenda D. Stos, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour on Sunday, April 6, at Spring Creek Nursing Home, surrounded by her family and friends, after a battle with cancer. She was born on June 21, 1954 in Lancaster and was the daughter of the late Samuel E. Sr., and Margaret V. Reitzel McBride. Brenda was a homemaker and a faithful and loyal member of the Middletown Bible Church, Middletown, and a former member of the Aurora Club. She loved her Lord and her church family at the Middletown Area Bible Church. She also loved to do word searches and needlepoint. Her favorite chorus was “He’s Able,” and her favorite verse was Philippians 4:13. Because she believed in that verse, she was able to accomplish her lifelong desire to graduate from high school in March 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband Jacob Stos. She is survived by her daughter Melanie Snyder of Shermansdale; two grandchildren Cooper Snyder and Grace Snyder of Carlisle; a sister Deborah, wife of James Frable of Lancaster; brothers Brian W., husband of Sherry McBride of Lancaster, and Samuel E. McBride Jr. of West Virginia; sister-in-law Marie M. Ashberry of Harrisburg; and several nieces and nephews. A Tribute to her life will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday April 10, at Middletown Area Bible Church, 2400 River Road, with the Reverend Dr. Joseph P. Pagano Jr., her pastor officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Harrisburg. Viewing will be from 10 a.m. until time of service at the church. Memorial contributions can be made to her church, 2400 River Road, Middletown, PA 17057. Arrangements by the Matinchek and Daughter Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Middletown. Condolences can be sent online to www.matinchekanddaughterfuneralhome.com. Fees For Obituaries: 31¢ per word. $5 for photo. Fees For Card of Thanks or In Memoriam: $10 / 45 words or less; $10 each additional 45 words or less. Paid In Advance - Cash, Check, Visa, Mastercard. Deadline - Monday Noon. Contact Press And Journal at 717-944-4628, e-mail: PamSmith@pressandjournal.com or Your Funeral Director
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Margaret J. Enney Jirik, 82, of Middletown, entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 31, at Community General Osteopathic Hospital, Harrisburg. She was born on February 7, 1932 in Middletown and was the daughter of the late William M. and Clara Hickernell Enney. Margaret was a graduate of Middletown High School class of 1950; was a member of Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, Middletown, and was also a member of the Parish Council of Catholic Women and Golden Group at Seven Sorrows; she was a Navy veteran of the Korean War; and was a member of the Blue Mountain Waves Chapter 16, American Legion Post 594 life member, and Air Force Sergeants Association. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Henry F. Jirik in 1999. She is survived by her loving daughters Kathleen A. Etnoyer, wife of Ross Etnoyer of Harrisburg, and Rosemary M. Vice, wife of James Vice of Wilmington, N.C.; brother Robert G. Enney of Royalton; sister Ruth Burkett of Royalton; and three grandchildren Kristin Vice, Rachel Vice and Nicholas Vice. Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, April 5 at her church, with the Rev. Ted Keating as celebrant. Burial with military honors was at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in her honor to the Middletown Interfaith Food Pantry, 201 Wyoming St., Middletown, PA 17057. Condolences may be sent online at www.matinchekanddaughterfuneralhome.com.
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Robert F. Steck, 91, of Elizabethtown, passed away on Saturday, March 22, at Masonic Village, Elizabethtown. He was born on September 1, 1922 in Palmyra, to the late Robert D. and Dorothy Felty Steck. He was a graduate of Carson Long Military Institute and the former Pennsylvania Military College; was a World War II veteran having served in the Army Air Corps; and was retired as a salesman and technical support associate with Westvaco. He was the widower of Betty L. Steck. He is survived by two daughters Catharine L. Rossman and husband Robert of Eureka, Ill., and Jo Steck and her partner Susan Mathews of Frisco,
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23 YEARS AGO - Kepler’s Seafood – William L. Kepler had a dream. Now that dream lives and breathes 38 years later. Kepler’s Seafood, which first opened in the West Shore Farmer’s Market, continues there today. A branch of Kepler’s was opened at Fox’s Market in Middletown shortly over a year ago and the Fox’s Market in Hershey two years ago. “Some people push price, but we’ve always been committed to quality,” said son Keith Kepler (pictured right), who now helps run the Middletown business with brother-in-law Tom Ososki (pictured left). We don’t ever sell anything we wouldn’t eat ourselves. them safely,” said Chubb. He added that learning to handle explosives and safely dispose o them involves tough, intense training. When students take classroom basics to the field for hands-on training, they also begin to learn to cope with the stress. “The stress level from this course is very high, but I deal with it by enjoying myself at the beach and going to local night clubs,” he said. A frequent question asked is “What motivates anyone to enter a profession with such obvious hazards?” “Things are dangerous only for those who don’t know what they’re doing,” explained Army Capt. Robert Konikoff, an instructor and the executive training division officer at the school. “EOD isn’t for adrenalin junkies looking for excitement. Individuals volunteer because the field has high quality people, a demanding mission and a constant challenge.” Neidig Seeks Council Seat Being Vacated By Killian Ralph Neidig’s recent decision to seek a seat on Elizabethtown Borough Council appears to promise a continuation of the community’s good fortune in obtaining quality individuals to guide its operations. A four-year member of the Borough Planning Commission, Neidig is also an active and involved member of the Elizabethtown Kiwanis Club since 1978 and served as that organization’s president in 1983 and 1989. Neidig, an engineering assistant in procurement inspection at Three Mile Island, has been employed by General Public Utilities Nuclear for 20 years. In addition, he is also currently the co-chairman if the Ki-
wanis Annual Festival of Bands that has generated more than $30,000 over the last 11 years to help mentally handicapped citizens in Elizabethtown. Asked about his reasons for seeking Killian’s vacated post, Neidig was quick to note that his main concerns are to guard the Borough water system against possible commitments that might over-extend its capacity by trying to provide too much water to neighboring municipalities. But while he feels a need to guarantee an ample supply of water for Borough residents and local fire protection, Neidig also feels strongly that the Borough should provide “as much support as possible” to West Donegal and Mt. Joy townships in implementing the area’s Joint Comprehensive Plan and its goal of regional planning. Revised EARC Budget Projects Higher Fees, A Modest Surplus The revised 1991 budget presented by the Elizabethtown Area Recreation Commission (EARC) last Wednesday evening got some high praise from area officials, but it still must be formally approved by the three municipalities which help underwrite the organization’s programs. Officials from four municipalities – Conoy, Mt. Joy, and West Donegal townships and Elizabethtown Borough – and from the Elizabethtown Area School District listened attentively as EARC Chairman Barry Garman and Administrative Director Barry Acker went over the new budget during a meeting in the Mt. Joy Township Building. The pair presented the new financial plan in some detail and explained proposals they said would effectively increase EARC revenues
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levels, a measurement of the cloudiness of the water and indicates water quality, for 108 separate days in 2013. • The water authority’s chief operator falsely reported to DEP in August, September and October 2013 that filtered water turbidity had been recorded and the readings were all acceptable. • The water authority operated several modifications to the facilities without a Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) permit. According to DEP, the water authority also failed to provide adequate disinfection of Giardia lamblia – an organism commonly found in surface water that can cause disease – for at least 24 days in 2013, among other issues. Residents took to the podium one by one, some with illnesses they believe are related to the issues with Steelton’s water treatment plant. Charlie Lawson said he would have died if he didn’t have experimental surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore before finding out he was infected with Giardia. “That parasite got in and ate through my intestines and attached itself to my gall bladder and almost killed me,” Lawson said. “It even killed my dog, and there’s no way you can tell me my little nephew, he’s only 18 … he’s sick.” Resident Kristen Tate, who has eczema, is concerned that water contamination may have been the cause of a recent outbreak. “We don’t know what the water has actually done to any of us,” Tate said. “Three months ago, I had the worst outbreak of eczema that I ever had in my life … and I’m just wondering if it was the water.” Others, including Brenda Hicks and Jerome Davis, fear recent intestinal issues are connected to the water. According to DEP, there is currently no ongoing health risks as a result of the violations, and borough manager Sara Gellatly said residents do not need to boil water or use bottled water. But residents are finding it hard to trust borough officials because of the lapse between the time the issues were first discovered and when the community found out. DEP discovered the failures after an inspection last November. Many residents were frustrated to find out about the problems through the media last week instead being notified by the borough or the water authority. Wright said he only found out in late February, and one council member,
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Denae House, said she was purposely left out of the loop. “[I] would have told the community, and they know it, and that’s why they didn’t tell me,” House said. Said Wright, “It was late February when I was notified … and when I was notified it was still being tested by DEP. There wasn’t a final ruling.” However, during a council meeting on March 17, council voted 6-0 to fire Dan Scheitrum, the borough’s sole water filtration plant superintendent/ chief operator, after a lengthy executive session. House was absent for the meeting. At the time, the borough would not give a reason for the vote, citing personnel issues. Scheitrum was hired as a plant operator in 2001 and served as chief operator since 2005, and was earning a $61,000 salary at the time of his termination. Gellatly said council voted to terminate Scheitrum based on a recommendation by the water authority. According to a press release by DEP, Scheitrum allegedly made false reports. “The recording requirements were the responsibility of our chief operator,” Gellatly said during a press conference on Friday, April 4. “The [borough water] authority and [Steelton Borough] council immediately retained a new chief operator in March.” Yet some residents questioned why the issue wasn’t placed on the agenda for council’s meeting on Monday, April 7. “I feel like it’s a shame … that this wasn’t important enough that it wasn’t even put on the agenda,” Tate said. Resident Markis Millberry asked council who made the decision not to notify residents of the situation, and if other water treatment plant employees were questioned. “How can the borough communicate better with the residents of Steelton if this happens again?” Millberry asked. Some were visibly shaken and distraught, including Tate, who was escorted out of the meeting by acting Police Chief John King. “I’m just kind of shook up about what I’ve been hearing,’’ said resident Meghan Culpepper. “I would never think that we would allow our people to drink contaminated water. It’s a major health and safety violation, where people could have died.” Council member MaryJo Szada, a doctor with a medical practice in the borough, called many of the residents’ concerns justified, but asked residents for the same respect council members gave them during the meeting. “I live in this town, my family lives in this town. I cook with the water, we drink the water and bathe with the
water, and nobody has gotten sick,” Szada told the crowd. As the meeting went on, angry residents and Wright argued back and forth. Then council members House and Brian Proctor began to argue. House insisted she was separate from the rest of council, which brought a protest from Proctor. At that point, Wright adjourned the meeting. Steelton Mayor Tom Acri acknowledged that little progress came from the meeting. “You don’t solve anything with a meeting like this today,” Acri said. “I don’t know how we’re going to get through to the people, but we’re going to have to do it somehow.” Gellatly said after the meeting that the water has been safe to drink and use
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National Team Futsal player who also competed in the 2000 World Futsal Championships. Watching his son progress and grow as a soccer player was exciting to Larry Julius. “I had always hoped to see him play professional soccer ... looking past college,” Larry Julius said. “I think he was well on his way.” In high school, Joe Julius played for Lower Dauphin and also played club soccer for the U.S. Soccer Development Academy. A change in the rules put a curve in Joe Julius’ path, when playing for the academy meant no longer playing for a high school team. Lower Dauphin football coach Rob Klock approached Julius his freshman year after hearing he could kick. “I said, I might as well, it looks fun,” Julius recalls. “That’s just how I got started.” Julius did kickoffs and kicked a few field goals, and then he just stuck with it. “Football became a way of staying connected,” Larry Julius said. “I knew it was just going to be a hobby to play on a Friday night and be a part of something at school.” But then, with each new season, Joe Julius’ role on the team grew more significant. Changing his game plan Joe Julius always had the talent – and with each game got better and better. During his senior year, he hit field goals from more than 40 yards away – even from 50-plus yards. His lon-
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since both the authority and council found out about the issues DEP found. In its press release, issued Wednesday, April 2, DEP said the water authority had responded “promptly and appropriately” once the body was notified. “Since then, Steelton has been working with DEP on resolving the violations and has been carefully monitoring the situation to protect public health,” Lynn Langer, DEP South-central regional director, said in the release.
gest, a school record, is 54 yards. Lower Dauphin reached the state semifinals, a feat many didn’t believe the team could accomplish. “I felt like I was a big part of that, with some game-winning field goals,” Julius said. “I got roughed up on some plays and I really felt part of the team and started to have a growing appreciation of the sport.” With each week’s success, Julius’ father began to see a change in his son. “It kind of opened up his eyes a little bit,” said Larry Julius. “But I still thought he’d get right back into soccer when the season was over.” Around mid-December, Joe Julius told his family he was considering pursuing football. “At that time, I started to kind of see that flicker in his eyes change a little bit,” his father recalls. “I had to put on my dad hat, and say, ‘I need to support my son in whatever he chooses to do, even if it’s not the path I always thought was there for him.’ “ It would mean swapping a free-ride playing soccer for a walk-on spot with Penn State, and paying for college his first year. “I feel like either playing soccer or football would have been tough,” Joe Julius said. “I would never take the easy way out of anything, and playing football is definitely not going to be the easy way.” But the choice was less difficult once Joe Julius made his last visit to Penn State’s campus. “I kind of knew right then and there. I didn’t want to go anywhere else,” he said. “It felt like home.” The next challenge will be working on his skills to hopefully start as a
DEP has conducted weekly inspections of the facilities since January, and will continue to do so until “the department is satisfied that Steelton Water Authority is providing adequate treatment,” the release said. Gellatly and Acri apologized for what happened during the April 4 press conference, and vowed that all steps were being followed. But as residents filed out of council chambers on Monday night, some said they’ll bring the same concerns and questions to an upcoming water authority meeting. The water authority is scheduled to meet at 5 p.m. on Monday, April 14 in the borough building. Noelle Barrett: 717-944-4628, or noellebarrett@pressandjournal.com
freshman. A challenge, yes, but nothing Joe Julius can’t overcome. “I have to win the job, but I have no doubt in my mind,” he said. “I definitely see my role as a big part of the upcoming season at Penn State, and I can’t see it any other way.” It took a few weeks to adjust to Julius’ life after soccer, but both of his parents are extremely proud. “There’s no question he has the right temperament and the right personality to kick at that level,” Larry Julius said. “He scored some of the biggest goals in soccer under the most adverse situations, so this to him is no different. Whether you’re putting the ball in the net or through an upright, he sees it the same.” The transition from high school football to college will be different, but it’s nothing to fret, Joe Julius said. “I’m going to say my nerves are going to get worse – and by ‘worse,’ I mean I won’t have any at all,” he said, laughing. “I think the more people there are, the more I just want it.” Being the first in his family to pursue a football career is something that makes Joe Julius stand out. “It’s kind of me just choosing my own path and taking my own route,” he said. “I’m doing what I want to do.” And while Joe Julius plans to study business in college, he hopes to reach bigger stadiums post-graduation – in the National Football League. “I feel like playing a professional sport is just what I’m meant to do,” he said. “If you want it, you should have it.”
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think we care about these kids in doing this stuff?” he asked. “You’re standing here giving us a ration of-’’ “I am not giving you a ration of shit,’’ Knull replied. “I’m asking you if you’re going to do it.’’ “Yes, you are,’’ Louer yelled. “You’re just a pain in the ass.’’ Knull told council that his response rattled her a bit. “Oh, bite me,’’ she told Louer. “Yeah, figures,’’ he replied. Knull asked council Monday to ask Louer to resign. Council appoints authority members. “What concerns me the most is that nobody stopped him or told him he was out of line,” she told council. “I did not raise my voice at anybody and I did not cuss at anybody. I was there as a concerned citizen just asking questions. Because he did that, I am right now asking you to get resignation immediately.” Her request was met with substantial applause from the audience, as was a reply from Councilor Anne Einhorn. “I believe that, as elected or appointed officials, we should be held to a higher standard of conduct,” said Einhorn. “For that reason, and as representatives of the borough, I personally don’t think that any member of the public should be called a name or have anything humiliating or embarrassing done to them, particularly in public.” Councilor Thomas Handley echoed Einhorn’s sentiment, stating that Louer’s comments were “completely out of order.” “These people are the reason we have meetings,” said Handley. “We’re here to work with them. To tell somebody that they shouldn’t be coming to a
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See what we think about it in our editorial in Viewpoints, page B6. public meeting is disgusting, and I believe that we should honor her request and ask Robert Louer Jr. to submit his resignation.” Council President Christopher McNamara said Knull’s complaint should be dealt with by the authority. But, Handley replied, “We can certainly ask for a resignation.’’ Mayor James H. Curry III agreed with Handley’s recommendation to ask for Louer’s resignation. “If 60,000 people marched on Washington, they can scream every name in the book at the president,” said Curry. “If he came out and said, ‘You’re all a pain in my ass. Get out of here,’ I think we know how that would go over. “If somebody makes a comment to an elected or an appointed official, I don’t care what the comment is. She can say whatever she wants to say,’’ Curry said. “He is an appointed official and we are elected officials. You don’t speak to somebody like that regardless of what they say to you. It is inappropriate to speak to a person like that.” Eventually, Councilor Scott Sites made a motion to have the borough solicitor investigate Louer’s conduct and provide feedback during council’s meeting on Monday, May 5. The motion was nearly unanimous, with Councilor Robert Louer Sr., Louer’s father, casting the lone “no’’ vote. David Amerman: 717-944-4628, or davidamerman@pressandjournal. com
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“I want to thank you for the courtesies and opportunities that have been extended to me during my tenure,” Wheeler wrote in the letter, which was addressed to Curry. “It has been an honor serving the citizens of Middletown.” Wheeler refused to comment further on his resignation. On a more personal note, Curry said he was disappointed that he didn’t get the chance to work more extensively with Wheeler on making improvements to the police department. “I thought we were on the same page,” Curry said.
Middletown Borough Council unanimously accepted Wheeler’s resignation at its meeting on Monday, April 7. “The strides that have been over the last year and a half with Chief Wheeler have been tremendous,” said council President Christopher McNamara. “He did everything that we asked of him to move further in professionalizing the police department … He’s irreplaceable. His reputation in the law enforcement community precedes himself both at the state and national level.” David Amerman: 717-944-4628, or davidamerman@pressandjournal. com
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Ham raffle
Hummelstown Fire Co., 249 E. Main St., is sponsoring a ham raffle on Friday, April 11. Doors open 6:30 p.m., food and entertainment from 8 p.m. to midnight. Must be 21 years of age or older with photo ID. •••••
Londonderry Fish Fry
Londonderry Fire Company, 2655 Foxianna Rd., Middletown, will hold a Fish Fry from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, April 11. For take out, call 717-9442175. ••••
Easter Bunny breakfast and egg hunt
Highspire Borough will host Breakfast with the Easter Bunny from 8 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 12 at the Highspire Fire Hall, 272 Second St., Highspire. An Easter Egg Hunt will be held at 11:15 a.m. at the fire hall. •••••
Seven Sorrows Fish Fry Seven Sorrows, Race and Conewago Sts., Middletown, will hold a Fish Fry from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, April 11. For takeout, call 944-5488 after 4 p.m. •••••
Easter bake sale
St. Ann Byzantine Catholic Church, 5408 Locust Lane, Harrisburg, will hold an Easter Bake Sale to benefit Ukrainian Catholic Charities from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 12 in the Parish Hall. •••••
Community blood drive
The Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank will hold a Blood Drive from 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 15 at Village of Pineford. For more information, call 1-800-771-0059 or visit www.cpbb.org. •••••
Easter egg hunt
The Frey Village Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 12 at Frey Village, 1020 N. Union St., Middletown. For more information, call 717-930-1200. •••••
Bingo Mania
Londonderry Fire Company, 2655 Foxianna Rd., Middletown, will hold a Bingo Mania on Sunday, April 13. Doors and kitchen open at noon; bingo starts at 2 p.m. •••••
Holy week services
St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Spring and Union Streets, will hold Middletown Holy Week Services: Wednesday, April 16, Seder Meal at 5:30 p.m. in Luther Hall; Easter Sunday, April 20, Sunrise Service at 6:30 a.m., Holy Communion at 8:15 a.m., Sunday Church School at 9:45 a.m. and Holy Communion at 11 a.m. •••••
Chicken dinner
Hummelstown Fire Company, 249 E. Main St., Hummelstown, will hold a Filled Chicken Breast Dinner on Thursday, April 17 from 4 to 7 p.m. or until sold out. Takeout is available. •••••
Middletown Public Library happenings
Middletown Public Library, 20 N. Catherine St., is sponsoring the following events: April 14-19, Literary Photo Scavenger Hunt. There is a cost to participate. Also in May, visit with a farmer, meet a farm animal or two and complete a “Chicken Chat” activity. To register or for more details, stop by the library.
Sports
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“I LIKE WINNING’’
Raider coach praises team after two big division wins Middletown shuts out Palmyra, Mechanicsburg, shifts momentum after two opening-season losses By Larry Etter
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A welcomed attitude adjustment within the Middletown baseball team’s ranks produced positive results last week, as the Blue Raiders got on the winning track with a pair of victories in the Keystone Division of the Mid-Penn Conference. The adjustment showed up on Tuesday, April 1 when the Raiders toughed out a 1-0 win over visiting Palmyra, and again on Thursday, April 3 in a big 8-0 triumph over Mechanicsburg. The pair of wins evened the Middletown squad’s record at 2-2 and showed the real potential of this year’s squad. Coach Steve Shuleski noted that in the Raiders’ two previous losses the players needed to start playing as a team – and the Raiders responded by pulling together last week. By beating two quality programs like Palmyra and Mechanicsburg, the Raiders proved they can be legitimate contenders in 2014.
Middletown 1, Palmyra 0
Starting pitcher Zach Sims went the distance for Middletown on Tuesday to earn the victory, recording 11 strikeouts while giving up just two hits against the
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Middletown starting pitcher Zack Sims, left, a junior, surrendered just two hits to Palmyra and struck out 11 Cougars in the Raiders’ shutout victory.
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Cougars in a game in Middletown. The defense backed up the solid outing, making just one error in the game. The offense managed just four hits in the contest, but made the most out of a pair of doubles to register the game’s only run. The run came in the home half of the second inning against Palmyra pitcher Mitchell Sauley. Sims led off the inning with a double to centerfield and Nathan Ocker followed with a two-bagger to right that moved Sims to third. With one out, Brett Altland hit a fielder’s choice ground ball that batted in Sims for the run. Palmyra had one runner on base in the top of the third, the result of the lone Middletown error, and had another in scoring position in the fifth following a bunt single and stolen base. But Sims recorded back-to-back strikeouts to end the threat. Altland was safe on an error with one out in the bottom of the fifth but was thrown out at home trying to score on Bubba Finsterbush’s single, keeping the score unchanged. Palmyra batters went down in order in the sixth and the Raiders had another runner on base with Nick Drawbaugh’s two-out single in the home half of the frame. In the top of the seventh, Sims induced a popup for the
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Raiders top Palmyra, CD East; suffer first loss in Wildcat comeback Middletown notched two big victories and suffered its first loss of the season last week thanks to a late-inning meltdown against Mechanicsburg, a rival in the Mid-Penn ConferenceKeystone Division. The Blue Raiders (3-1, 1-1 in the division) subdued Palmyra, 10-2, with starting pitcher Sarah Gossard holding the Cougars to just four hits, and walloped Central Dauphin East, 18-9, in a game rescheduled because of inclement weather. Middletown held 6-0 lead against powerful Mechanicsburg in its only home game of the week, then watched as the Wildcats came from behind with 16 runs in the final two innings for the victory.
Middletown 10, Palmyra 2
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Middletown’s Gabby Krupilis, slides into home plate to score a run against Central Dauphin East. The Blue Raiders outlasted CD East, 18-9.
The Raider offense exploded early to beat the Cougars on Tuesday, April 1 in Palmyra. The Raiders pounded nine hits and benefitted from six Palmyra errors. The Middletown defense, meanwhile, committed only one error.
Middletown 18, CD East 9
Middletown collected 16 hits in its victory over Central Dauphin East on Saturday, April 5 in Lower Paxton Twp. The Raiders broke an early 1-1 tie with a 4-run fourth inning. The Panthers scored 3 runs in the bottom half to pull within one, 5-4, but Middletown scored 3 more runs in the fourth to take an 8-4 lead. A 6-run seventh inning secured the victory for the Raiders. Hallie Marion hit a solo home run in the third inning, while CD East’s Sheily Aponte hit a solo home run in the second.
Mechanicsburg 16, Middletown 6
The Wildcats came back from a 6-0 deficit to claim the victory on Thursday, April 3 in Middletown, handing the Raiders their first loss of the season. Mechanicsburg struck for 4 runs in the sixth, then took control of the game with a 12-run seventh inning. The Wildcats benefitted from six
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COLLEGE SOFTBALL
Lions win first league game in 9-1 drubbing of Wesley
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Penn State Harrisburg third baseman Garrett McCutcheon, right, tags out a York runner during a tense 2-1 loss to the Spartans.
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Penn State Harrisburg outfielder Mackenzie Trafka, a Middletown Area High School graduate, tracks down a fly ball against 15th-ranked Christopher Newport.
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out. Seyfert punched a single up the middle to drive in the first run of the game for the Lions. Jackie Furch hit a single to drive in Saich, and Wolfe continued the comeback bid for the Lions with a single that scored Seyfert. Furch scored on a sacrifice fly by Loch. The Blue & White got the tying run to the plate, but could not complete the comeback.
Salisbury 8-11, Lions 0-1
Penn State Harrisburg fought hard against second-ranked Salisbury, but fell in a doubleheader on Sunday, April 7 at Salisbury, Md. Hartman, the Lions’ starting pitcher, held the Seagulls to one hit through the first two innings in game No. 1. But Salisbury brought a scoreless tie on a three-run home run in the third inning.
Christopher Newport 10-8 Lions 0-0
Penn State Harrisburg struggled to get the bats going, and it cost the Lions in a doubleheader loss to 15th-ranked Christopher Newport on Wednesday, April 2 in Middletown. The Captains used a big second inning in game No. 1 to jump out to a lead they wouldn’t relinquish, scoring seven runs on eight hits in the stanza. The tough sledding continued for Penn State Harrisburg in game No. 2. Despite working three walks during the contest, the Lions managed no hits for the first time this season.
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the sixth inning. Hartman surrendered only one hit and got a fly ball to center to close out the game. In the first game, the Lions started slowly, falling behind 6-0 in the first two innings. The bats struggled, only finding four hits through the first five innings. Trailing going into the final at bat, the Blue & White began to rally when Hartman drove a single to center field to start the frame. Saich followed with a double to left to put runners on second and third with only one
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Penn State Harrisburg won its first softball game in its new league, beating Wesley 9-1 in the second game of a Capital Athletic Conference doubleheader on Saturday, April 5 in Dover, Del. The Lions lost the first game, 6-4. In the Lions’ victory in game No. 2, Penn State Harrisburg pitcher Jackie Furch took the mound and set the tone early, holding Wesley to one run over the first three innings. Furch got some offensive support in the third inning when Jasmine Yanich hit a bunt single, stole second base and scored on a single by Rieley Loch. A pair of wild pitches by the Wolverines and an RBI single by Gabby Wolfe gave the Lions a 3-1 lead. The Blue & White turned to pitcher Kayla Seyfert in the fourth inning, and she navigated the team through two more innings of scoreless defense, giving up only three hits. The Harrisburg offense struck again in the fifth inning. Freshman Leah Palm, a Lower Dauphin High School graduate, started the rally by popping a single over the head of Wesley’s shortstop. Keriann Saich followed that up with a double to center to put runners on second and third. Loch then blasted a single past second base to score Palm. Wolfe followed that up with a double to left, which brought in Saich and Loch to extend the Lions’ lead to 5. Harrisburg followed that with more runs in the top of the sixth inning. Mackenzie Trafka, a Middletown Area High School graduate, led off with a single and stole second base. After Yanich reached first on an error, Seyfert hit a single to score Trafka. Palm crushed a triple to left field to drive in two more runs. With a 9-2 lead, the Lions turned to freshman pitcher Amanda Hartman to close out the win in the bottom of
Penn State Harrisburg jumped out to early leads against two of the top teams in the Capital Athletic Conference, but couldn’t hold on, losing three games to Frostburg St. and York in Middletown. The Lions (4-20, 1-11 in the conference), blew 1-0 leads in both games of a doubleheader against Frostburg, falling 13-1 and 7-1 on Saturday, April 5. In the 13-1 loss to Frostburg, Penn State Harrisburg’s Colton Houseal, a Lower Dauphin High School graduate, drove in the first run of the game with an RBI single that scored second baseman Logan Hall. Frostburg (19-6, 9-4 in the conference) tied it with a run in the third inning on an error, then took the lead in the sixth on a two-run home run by left fielder Rob Jennings. The Lions also grabbed a 1-0 lead in the 7-1 loss to Frostburg, watching as the Bobcats ralled for two runs in the seventh inning and five more in the eighth to win. Against York, Penn State Harrisburg watched the Spartans rally for two runs in the ninth inning to win. York (17-3, 12-1 in the conference), the first-place team in the conference, scored the game-tying run on a fielding error by the Penn State Harrisburg shortstop, then grabbed the winning run on an RBI single by left fielder Logan Countryman to win the game.
Penn State Harrisburg’s Logan Hall (in white) avoids a Frostburg St. runner and turns a double play. York’s comeback spoiled a great performance by Lion pitcher Clint Hicks, who held the Spartans to just six hits and two unearned runs in 8 2/3 innings. York pitcher Dan Gurganus pitched
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first out and then registered strikeouts numbered 10 and 11 to end the game and preserve the 1-0 decision. “It was a 1-0 game but it seemed like it was a bigger score than that,” Shuleski said following his first coaching victory. “It felt like we were in complete control of the whole game. It feels good. I like winning.”
Middletown 8, Mechanicsburg 0
The Raiders did not have to sweat out a close decision on Thursday as they put together a terrific all-around effort in shutting out visiting Mechanicsburg. The bats came alive for the Raiders, who scored the 8 runs on eight hits. Middletown again played solid defense and got a great effort from starting pitcher Ocker in the victory. Although he had to work out of several deep counts on the mound and threw a lot of pitches, Ocker recorded 16 strikeouts and gave up just four hits in the complete game win. The Mechanicsburg defense turned a pair of double plays in the first two innings to offset the Raiders’ defensive effort and keep the game scoreless after two and a half innings of play. But that changed in the bottom of the third after Middletown’s designated hitter, Ethan Kell, was hit by a pitch to lead off the home half. After moving to second on Altland’s sacrifice bunt, and then to third on Finsterbush’s fielder’s choice grounder, Kell scored the go-ahead run on a wild pitch with Cody Fox at the plate. After the Wildcats went down in order in the top of the fourth, the Raiders erupted for 5 runs in the bottom of the frame. Ryan Popp led off with a single, Jordan Flowers followed with a base hit and both moved into scoring position due to a throwing error by the Wildcats. With one out, Sims singled
to right, driving in Popp from third. After Ocker drew a base on balls to load the bases, Kell stroked a run scoring single past the shortstop for the second run of the inning. Although Altland’s grounder forced Kell out at second, an errant throw to first on a double play attempt allowed two more runs to score, giving the Raiders a 5-0 lead. Ocker struck out the side in the top of the fifth and the Raiders plated two more runs in the home half to pad their lead. Popp led off with a single and moved to second on a groundout to first. After moving to third on Drawbaugh’s single, Popp scored on a fielder’s choice grounder by Sims. Ocker’s double to deep right field knocked in Drawbaugh for run No. 7. The Wildcats threatened to break their scoreless drought in the top of
a complete game, holding the Lions to seven hits and one unearned run. Penn State Harrisburg took the 1-0 lead in the third inning on a throwing error by Gurganus that allowed third baseman John Cataldo to score.
the sixth. A single and stolen base by Jeff Allen and a Middletown error put runners at the corners with two outs. But a bouncer back to the mound and a throw home from Ocker to catcher Fox nailed Allen at the plate for the third out to turn away the threat. The Raiders added another run in the bottom of the sixth on an RBI single by Flowers that drove in pinch runner Bobby Harper from third. The run was set up by Fox’s two-out walk and a pair of wild pitches by Mechanicsburg pitcher Dustin Daihl. Ocker gave up a pair of singles in the top of the seventh but recorded three more strikeouts to close out the victory for the Middletown side. Larry Etter can be reached at larryetter66@gmail.com
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Middletown third baseman Eddie Arnold fields a grounder against Palmyra. The Raiders made just one error in the tightly-contested game.
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Hershey Junior Bears hold year-end banquet The Hershey Junior Bears celebrated a successful season, including the Pee Wee AA team’s DVHL championship, during their annual season-ending banquet on Tuesday, April 1 at the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center. More than 400 people attended. The banquet was the largest in the Junior Bears’ history. Guests included Doug Yingst, general manager and president of the Hershey Bears; J. Bruce McKinney, retired chairman and CEO of Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, and current Hershey Bears players Garrett Mitchell and Joel Rechlicz. RechlicZ concluded a question-and-answer session by urging the youth players to “go home, hug their parents and thank them for all they do for them in hockey and life.’’ Proceeds from a silent auction held during the banquet went to the Hershey Junior Bears scholarship fund, which provides financial assistance to families whose kids want to play hockey. The fund was founded by McKinney and his wife, Sallie.
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Hershey Bears player Garrett Mitchell takes a selfie with Hershey Junior Bear Brady Cox, left, and Ben Smith during the Junior Bears’ season-ending banquet at the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center.
Standings for 4-9-14 BASEBALL MID-PENN CONFERENCE Keystone Division W L OVERALL Lower Dauphin 3 0 4-1 Middletown 2 0 2-2 Palmyra 2 1 2-3 Mechanicsburg 1 1 2-3 Bishop McDevitt 1 1 2-3 Susquehanna Twp. 1 1 1-3 Hershey 0 3 4-3 Harrisburg 0 3 0-3 Last week’s games Middletown 1, Palmyra 0 Middletown 8, Mechanicsburg 0 Spring Grove 5, Lower Dauphin 3 Lower Dauphin 11, Hershey 3 Lower Dauphin 10, Bishop McDevitt 6 This week’s games Thursday, April 10 Middletown at Hershey, 4 p.m. Lower Dauphin at Susquehanna Twp., 4 p.m. Saturday, April 12 Middletown at Susquehanna Twp., 12 noon Lower Dauphin at Chambersburg, 11 a.m. Monday, April 14 Middletown at East Pennsboro, 4:30 p.m. Central Dauphin at Lower Dauphin, 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 Harrisburg at Middletown, 4 p.m. Palmyra at Lower Dauphin, 4 p.m. Capital Division W L OVERALL Susquenita 3 0 5-1 Trinity 2 1 4-1 Camp Hill 2 1 3-1 West Perry 1 0 4-0 Milton Hershey 1 2 1-3 Steelton-Highspire 0 1 0-3 Northern York 0 2 4-2 East Pennsboro 0 2 1-4 Last week’s games Camp Hill 15, Steelton-Highspire 0 This week’s games Thursday, April 10 Steelton-Highspire at Susquenita, 4:15 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 Steelton-Highspire at Milton Hershey, 4 p.m. COLLEGE BASEBALL CAPITAL ATHLETIC CONFERENCE W L OVERALL York ` 12 2 17-3 Frostburg St. 9 4 19-6 Christopher Newport 9 4 17-12 Salisbury 10 5 19-7 Wesley 8 5 13-11 St. Mary’s 7 6 16-15 Mary Washington 3 11 13-17 Penn State Harrisburg 1 11 4-20 Marymount 0 12 6-22
Tuesday, April 15 Penn State Harrisburg at Juniata (2), 3 p.m. BOYS’ TENNIS MID-PENN CONFERENCE Colonial Division W L OVERALL Camp Hill 6 0 6-0 Middletown 4 1 5-1 East Pennsboro 3 2 4-2 Trinity 3 3 3-3 Bishop McDevitt 1 2 1-3 James Buchanan 1 5 1-7 Susquenita 0 5 0-6 Last week’s matches Middletown 5, Harrisburg Academy 0 This week’s matches Wednesday, April 9 Middletown at East Pennsboro, 4 p.m. Friday, April 11 Trinity at Middletown, 3:30 p.m. Monday, April 14 Middletown at Palmyra, 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 Susquenita at Middletown, 3:30 p.m. Keystone Division W L OVERALL Hershey 4 0 7-0 Northern York 1 0 2-4 Lower Dauphin 1 1 6-1 Mechanicsburg 1 1 1-5 Harrisburg 0 0 0-0 Palmyra 1 3 1-6 Gettysburg 0 1 0-4 Susquehanna Twp. 0 2 0-3 Last week’s matches Lower Dauphin 5, Palmyra 0 Hershey 3, Lower Dauphin 2 This week’s matches Wednesday, April 9 Central Dauphin East at Lower Dauphin, 3:30 p.m. Friday, April 11 Lower Dauphin at Central Dauphin, 3:30 p.m.
Friday, April 11 Middletown at East Pennsboro, 4:30 p.m. Monday, April 14 Lower Dauphin at Central Dauphin, 4:15 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 Harrisburg at Middletown, 4 p.m. Lower Dauphin at Palmyra, 4:15 p.m. COLLEGE SOFTBALL CAPITAL ATHLETIC CONFERENCE W L OVERALL Christopher Newport 7 1 26-6 Salisbury 5 1 25-1 Frostburg St. 4 2 10-7 Mary Washington 4 2 11-8 York 2 6 10-18 Penn State Harrisburg 1 5 6-12 Wesley 1 7 13-11 Last week’s games Penn State Harrisburg 9, Wesley 1 Wesley 6, Penn State Harrisburg 4 Salisbury 8, Penn State Harrisburg 0 Salisbury 11, Penn State Harrisburg 1 Christopher Newport 10, Penn State Harrisburg 0 Christopher Newport 8, Penn State Harrisburg 0 This week’s games Wednesday, April 9 Penn State Harrisburg at York (2), 3 p.m. Saturday, April 12 Southern Virginia at Penn State Harrisburg (2), 1 p.m.
Last week’s meets Central Dauphin East 81, Lower Dauphin 68 Mechanicsburg 84, Lower Dauphin 66 This week’s meets Thursday, April 10 Milton Hershey at Lower Dauphin, 3:45 p.m. Saturday, April 12 Lower Dauphin at Pan-Ram Invitational, 9 a.m., Landis Field, Harrisburg Tuesday, April 15 Cedar Cliff at Lower Dauphin, 3:45 p.m. GIRLS Capital Division W L OVERALL Trinity 1 0 2-0 Bishop McDevitt 1 0 1-0 Northern York 1 0 1-0 Middletown 1 0 1-0 Susquenita 0 0 1-2 West Perry 0 1 1-3 Camp Hill 0 1 0-1 East Pennsboro 0 2 1-2 Last week’s meets Middletown 89, West Perry 61 This week’s meets Thursday, April 10 Northern York at Middletown, 4 p.m.
Saturday, April 12 Lower Dauphin at Pan-Ram Invitational, Landis Field, Harrisburg
Tuesday, April 15 York at Penn State Harrisburg, 3:30 p.m. WOMEN W L OVERALL Mary Washington 5 0 12-6 St. Mary’s 2 0 4-5 Christopher Newport 4 1 8-9 Salisbury 3 2 8-7 Frostburg St. 0 3 1-7 Penn State Harrisburg 0 4 3-12 York 0 4 1-10 Last week’s matches St. Mary’s 9, Penn State Harrisburg 0 Christopher Newport 9, Penn State Harrisburg 0 Mary Washington 9, Penn State Harrisburg 0 This week’s matches Friday, April 11 Southern Virginia at Penn State Harrisburg, 3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 12 Penn State Harrisburg at Frostburg St., 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 York at Penn State Harrisburg, 3:30 p.m. TRACK & FIELD MID-PENN CONFERENCE BOYS W L OVERALL Middletown 1 0 1-0 Camp Hill 1 0 1-0 Bishop McDevitt 1 0 1-0 Trinity 1 1 1-1 East Pennsboro 1 1 1-2 West Perry 0 1 2-2 Susquenita 0 1 1-2 Northern York 0 1 0-1 Last week’s meets Middletown 88, West Perry 61 This week’s meets Thursday, April 10 Northern York at Middletown, 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 Middletown at Bishop McDevitt, 3:45 p.m. Keystone Division W L OVERLL Hershey 3 0 3-0 Red Land 2 0 2-0 Milton Hershey 2 0 2-0 Mechanicsburg 1 1 1-1 Palmyra 0 1 1-1
Raiders wallop Spartans, 5-0 The Middletown boys’ tennis team shut out Harrisburg Academy 5-0 in a match on Wednesday, April 2 in Middletown. The win improved the Blue Raiders’ record to 5-1. Middletown currently is in second place in the Mid-Penn Conference Colonial Division with a 4-1 record, a game and a half behind division-
leading Camp Hill (6-0). Against Harrisburg Academy, the Raiders won all but one set in its convincing victory. Middletown’s No. 1 singles player, Harry Kapenstein, defeated C.J. Porterfield, 6-0, 6-0, while No. 2 singles player, Eric Belles, defeated the Spartans’ Michael Wang, 6-1, 6-0.
The Raiders’ No. 3 singles player, D.J. Brinton, defeated Jeremy Duarte 6-0, 6-0. In doubles, the Middletown No. 1 team of Alex Mosher and Travis Patry defeated the Spartans’ David May and Austin Dean, 6-0, 6-0, while the No. 2 doubles team of Garrett Deyle and Ivan Hernandez defeated the Spartans’ Lee Mowery and Benny Lu, 6-0, 6-0.
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Raiders top West Perry The Middletown boys’ and girls’ track and field team swept West Perry in a meet on Tuesday, April 1 in Middletown. The boys defeated the Mustangs, 8861, while the girls won, 89-61. It was the first meet of the season for Middletown, whose boys’ and girls’
records are an identical 1-0 in the MidPenn Conference Capital Division. For the West Perry boys, the loss dropped the Mustangs to 2-2, 0-1 in the division; for the girls, it was the first division defeat, and third loss in four tries.
Keystone Division W L OVERALL Lower Dauphin 2 0 3-0 Milton Hershey 2 0 2-0 Hershey 2 1 2-1 Palmyra 1 0 2-0 Cedar Cliff 1 1 1-1 Red Land 0 2 0-2 Mechanicsburg 0 2 0-2 Susquehanna Twp. 0 2 0-3
COLLEGE TENNIS CAPITAL ATHLETIC CONFERENCE MEN W L OVERALL Mary Washington 4 0 16-4 St. Mary’s 2 0 4-5 Christopher Newport 4 1 12-5 Salisbury 3 1 9-3 Frostburg St. 0 3 2-6 Penn State Harrisburg 0 4 5-8 York 0 4 4-7
Saturday, April 12 Penn State Harrisburg at Frostburg St., 1 p.m.
Middletown’s Eric Belles bears down on the ball during his 6-1, 6-0 victory over Harrisburg Academy’s Michael Wang.
Tuesday, April 15 Middletown at Bishop McDevitt, 3:45 p.m.
This week’s meets Thursday, April 10 Milton Hershey at Lower Dauphin, 3:45 p.m.
This week’s matches Friday, April 11 Southern Virginia at Penn State Harrisburg, 3:30 p.m.
This week’s games Thursday, April 10 Hershey at Middletown, 4:15 p.m. Susquehanna Twp. at Lower Dauphin, 4:15 p.m.
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Tuesday, April 15 Carlisle at Lower Dauphin, 3:30 p.m.
This week’s games Wednesday, April 9 Penn State Harrisburg at Wesley, 3 p.m.
Last week’s games Middletown 10, Palmyra 2 Middletown 18, Central Dauphin East 9 Mechanicsburg 16, Middletown 6 Lower Dauphin 16, Hershey 3 Lower Dauphin 12, Bishop McDevitt 2
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Last week’s meets Lower Dauphin 98, Central Dauphin East 52 Lower Dauphin 104, Mechanicsburg 42
Last week’s matches St. Mary’s 7, Penn State Harrisburg 2 Christopher Newport 9, Penn State Harrisburg 0 Mary Washington 9, Penn State Harrisburg 0
SOFTBALL MID-PENN CONFERENCE Keystone Division W L OVERALL Lower Dauphin 3 0 3-0 Mechanicsburg 2 1 2-2 Harrisburg 1 1 1-2 Susquehanna Twp. 0 0 2-1 Palmyra 0 0 1-3 Bishop McDevitt 1 2 3-2 Middletown 0 1 3-1 Hershey 0 2 1-5
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Monday, April 14 Lower Dauphin at Gettysburg, 3:30 p.m.
Last week’s games Frostburg St. 13, Penn State Harrisburg 1 Frostburg St. 7, Penn State Harrisburg 1 York 2, Penn State Harrisburg 1
Saturday, April 12 Penn State Harrisburg at St. Mary’s, 12 noon
Susquehanna Twp. Cedar Cliff Lower Dauphin
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Middletown’s No. 1 singles player, Harry Kapenstein, did not lose a set in his 6-0, 6-0 victory over Harrisburg Academy’s C.J. Porterfield.
Photos by Jodi Ocker
Middletown long-distance runner Megan Martz competes against the Mustangs. Middletown hurdler Chantel Boes takes the lead against West Perry.
Tuesday, April 15 Cedar Cliff at Lower Dauphin, 3:45 p.m. BOYS’ VOLLEYBALL MID-PENN CONFERENCE Keystone Division W L OVERALL Lower Dauphin 2 0 3-1 Hershey 2 1 4-1 Mechanicsburg 1 1 2-1 Cedar Cliff 1 1 1-2 Northern York 0 1 0-3 Red Land 0 2 0-3 Last week’s matches Lower Dauphin 3, Hershey 1 Lower Dauphin 3, Cedar Cliff 1 This week’s matches Thursday, April 10 Lower Dauphin at Carlisle, 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 14 Elizabethtown at Lower Dauphin, 5:15 p.m.
Middletown’s Dylan Danilowicz, runs a leg of a relay against West Perry.
BOYS’ LACROSSE MID-PENN CONFERENCE W L OVERALL Hershey 4 0 6-0 Palmyra 2 2 4-3 Central Dauphin 1 3 2-4 Bishop McDevitt 0 2 0-4 Lower Dauphin 0 4 1-4 Central Dauphin East 0 4 0-5 Last week’s games Lower Dauphin 8, Spring Grove 4 Hershey 21, Lower Dauphin 2 Palmyra 7, Lower Dauphin 6
Middletown runners Will Botterbusch, left, and Jeremy Shaver, during the Blue Raiders’ victory against West Perry.
This week’s games Thursday, April 10 State College at Lower Dauphin, 7 p.m. Saturday, April 12 Elizabethtown at Lower Dauphin, 12 noon
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Presenting Kay Baxter, longtime coach of the Elizabethtown Area High School’s Quiz Bowl Team, a plaque honoring her work with the team are the following team members and school administration, from left: Danielle Bettendorf, Brodie Murphy, Rachel Tesmer, Katarina Tesmer, Brian McMinn, Kay Baxter, Greg Wilson, Principal Timothy Re, Leah Stern, Emily Reiner, Aparna Paul and Madison Ebersole.
Quiz Bowl coach honored for her work When Kay Baxter took over Eliza- Murphy and school administration bethtown Area High School’s Quiz for her quarter century at the helm Bowl team in 1989, there was only of the team. one game in town, a tournament at During a small ceremony, principal Lebanon Valley College. Dr. Timothy Re presented her with When she retires at the end of this a small plaque thanking her for her year, she will have watched the dedication and commitment to the trivia program evolve to form its own students of the district. league – the Lancaster-Lebanon Quiz In addition to league play, Baxter Bowl League – and compete against guided the team to many local and with Tom Herald 24 local high school teams during a national tournaments. In 2004, Elizafive-month season. bethtown placed second at the National Baxter, a mathematics teacher at the Academic Competition. high school, was saluted recently by Baxter also has led the team in the team along with co-advisor Brodie WGAL’s Brain Busters program,
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where Elizabethtown won both the 2004 and 2005 tournaments. Baxter said her love of trivia and academic competition grew its roots during her own teenage years when she was encouraged by a teacher to join an extracurricular activity to spice up her high school experience. “Having had a small part in showcasing academics, and getting to know students beyond the classroom, has enriched my life immensely,” said Baxter. “I hope I have helped to add a little spice to the high school lives of some young people over the years.”
HIGHSPIRE VINTAGE HAPPENINGS Our Earth and Water, excerpt March 29, 1995 column It is not often that one finds any technical information pertaining to one’s own community. ... Geology – “The Borough of Highspire is underlain by rocks of the Triassic Gettysburg Formation, and Gettysburg Conglomerate. The Gettysburg Formation consists of reddish-brown to maroon silty mudstone, shale, and sandstone, with inter-bedded impure gray limestone. The conglomerate may contain pebbles and cobbles of sandstone, quartz, or limestone.” Hydrogeology - “Water travels through the Gettysburg rocks by following faults, joint fractures, and bedding plain weaknesses. Recharge is approximately 6 inches per year, which is equivalent to 200 gallons per minute per square mile. Most wells tap multiple aquifers. (An aquifer is simply any rock layer permeable enough to conduct water.) Ground water in the Borough is hard, with generally greater than 120 parts per million dissolved minerals per liter of drawdown. The average depth for casing of wells (to prevent cave in) is 42 feet, but some wells require much more. Well depths in Highspire range from less than 100 feet to greater than 500 feet, with necessary depth increasing with higher topography. The topography of Highspire ranges from 202 feet above Mean Sea Level near the river, to nearly 400 feet MSL to the north. The topography gently rolls in an E-W direction.” “There are three streams which run through the borough: Burd and Buser Runs, and an un-named section of the abandoned PA Canal, which forms a tributary to Burd Run. All can potentially flood, as can the river. There have been three major flooding events since 1899 (1899, 1936 and 1972). The worst was the 1972 Tropical Storm Agnes flood, which covered over 50 percent of the community, and flooded to an elevation of 312 feet above Mean Sea Level. A 100-year flood is defined as the largest magnitude of flooding which can be reasonably expected to recur once in every 100-year period.” Soils – “Major soils in the Borough are: Tioga fine sandy loam, Atkins silt loss, Lewisberry gravelly sandy loam, Chavies fine sandy loam, Basher (apparently silt loam and Ub, soils disturbed by urban actions, are generally alluvium river deposits).” We are indebted to Ed Jaroch of the Environmental Advisory Board for passing on this information.
Birthdays A giant happy six-oh birthday greeting is send to Jim Stauffer of Hummelstown. His big day is Wednesday, with Tom Herald April 9. Hope it is just dandy, Jim. Happy landmark 21st birthday to Ben Harvey of Lower Swatara Twp. on Thursday, April 10. Congrats to you, and God bless you. Ben! Donald Stauffer of Londonderry Twp. celebrates Cake Day No. 88 on Thursday, April 10. Hoping your day if full of sunshine and laughter. Best wishes for a fantastic 19th birthday to Cassie Bechtel of Lower Swatara on Friday, April 11. Enjoy your special last teen birthday. Happy 22nd confetti-popping day to Carena Graham of Lower Swatara with Tom Herald on Friday, April 11. Have a super funfilled weekend! Happy super-duper-dazzling 17th birthday to Shawney Stauffer on Friday, April 11. Enjoy your birthday week. Jason Miller celebrates his confettipopping day on Saturday, April 12. Best wishes for a beautiful Saturday celebration day. Submitted Photo Aayah Mohsini of Lower Swatara Water flooded the streets in Highspire during Hurricane Agnes in 1972. turns 5 on Tuesday, April 15. Hoping bicycles out to the old Hoffer farm, In the surviving old photos of High- your day is filled with sparkles and as it was known then, and the object spire, there are hints of what may have glitter and lots of surprises! of interest then was not the Star Barn, been weathervanes and old lightning Anniversaries which we took for granted. Instead, we rods on a few early structures. But, Happy 59th wedding anniversary to went to see the many weather vanes the only clear and distinct photo of a perched on the great barn and the weathervane in town is the 1896 photo Richard and Katie Leggore of Lower various buildings. of the old United Brethren in Christ Swatara. Congratulations, and best Tyrone Gingerich, Eugene Dirk and Church. This apparently remained wishes to you both as you observe I would ride up the country lane and in place until modernization of the your special day on Friday, April 11. David and Judy Hurlock of Lower pause before the great cast iron lions exterior, sometime in the 1920s, when that flanked the entrance to the old the current building lost much of its Swatara celebrate 28 years together on Saturday, April 12. Hoping your limestone farmhouse. Even then there Victorian trim. was something very unique about the A few folks remember the old barn romantic holiday is full of joy. cluster of farm buildings. that was located along Second Street Ph.D. earned If memory serves me correctly, there near the Colonel Burd marker. This, at Congratulations to Patrick J. Hughes, was a summer kitchen (semi-detached) the very least, had elaborate lightning from the farmhouse and while I don’t rods and quite possibly had a weather- Ph.D., Middletown Area High School recall a weathervane I believe it had vane of distinction. But this structure grad from the Class of 1991, who an attractive belfry in the wooden and the adjacent farmhouse are long carpenter Gothic style. There was a gone from the local scene. long narrow building that served as At present, my favorite location for a combination corncrib and carriage viewing weathervanes is in the charmhouse. I think this was topped with a ing village of Maytown. Just a short horse and buggy or sulky weathervane. In later years, this was very visible drive over the farmland to the south you will find an angel Gabriel on one from the elevated interstate. The chicken house had a rooster on church and a traditional Christian fish top and the pig-pen had a large hog. I atop another spire. After passing the crossroads of Deoseem to recall this one had been used for target practice and a few bullet date, there rests on a small red barn an holes were visible. I checked with interesting vane designed to look like Mary Thompson of Paxton Street a horse pulling a canal boat. In New England, we often see the who recalls playing on this farm when she and the rest of her family lived whale, sailing ship or the codfish. All on an adjacent farm many years ago over the country you can see many and she recalls that there was a sheep other silhouettes relating to local hisweathervane along with all the others. tory and peoples’ occupations, etc. Best of all was the large majestic In Pennsylvania Dutch Country, we banner-like vane which until recently often find the biblical rooster and the rested on the tall spire and cupola of the horse or mule that were so important beloved landmark known as the Star to farm life. Barn. Sadly, all of these weathervanes Many weathervanes have a homehave steadily vanished over the years. made look and perhaps a bit crude, Incidentally, in John Motter’s time but they capture the spirit of the time this complex was known as Walnut gone by and survive for us to happily Hill Farm. treasure in our own time.
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Weathervanes, excerpt from May 11, 1994 column Many years ago, long before Interstate 283, we boys would ride our
Hi, people! Isn’t it great to be in April? I know some of the days have been rainy, and April weather sometimes can be raw, but we have turned the bend. Warm breezes and rising temperatures are surely coming. Recently, my husband and I took a fun road trip down to Florida, Texas, Arkansas, Tennessee and Virginia. We saw family and friends – and, amazingly, did very well in some very bad icy road conditions. We were stuck in a major highway closing in Texas for a few hours. It’s true – southerners don’t know how to drive in wintry conditions (or maybe they just don’t have the right kind of vehicles.) One of my favorite discoveries was the white sand of Fort Walton and Destin beaches in the Florida panhandle. The panhandle is well-known for the white sand beaches and blue-green waters facing the Gulf of Mexico. The beautiful sugar-white beaches of Gulf Islands National Seashore are made of fine quartz eroded from granite in the Appalachian Mountains. The sand is carried seaward by rivers and creeks and deposited by currents along the shore. The wonderful thing about this sand is that it doesn’t stick to you like “normal” sand. In fact, you may be tempted to roll in it and even be buried in it (no, I was not). I did, however, grab a few sandwich baggie samples, which I would gladly show anyone who would like to run their fingers in it! I loved the look of the sand, the feel, the way it squeaked as I walked on it. I recommend a visit there to anyone who appreciates pristine sand and colorful blue-green ocean waters. More adventure tales later. Do you have news to share? Let me know, and have a great week!
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earned his Doctorate of Philosophy degree in leadership from Alvernia University, Reading, on Dec. 15. He earned his Master of Science degree in organizational development and leadership from Shippensburg University in 2006 and graduated from Kutztown University in 1995 with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Hughes teaches in the Master’s degree program at Central Penn College. He and his wife, Sara, and three children reside in Lower Swatara Twp. Eagle Scout Congratulations to Joseph Tokar, of Lower Swatara, son of Leonard and Marlene Tokar, who officially became an Eagle Scout on Nov. 7. Joseph celebrated the honor on Saturday, March 15 with family and friends at his Boy Scout Troop 594’s Eagle Scout Court of Honor and Banquet. Joseph’s grandparents, Richard and Charlotte Baril from Guam, travelled to Middletown to attend. His aunt Nanette Magnant (from Massachusetts), cousin Nyckolle Lucuab (from Hawaii, currently attending Drexel University in Philadelphia), uncle and aunt Russell and Kathy Horoschak (from Minersville) and two young cousins Averee and Kloee also attended and joined in the celebration. Joseph’s younger brother, Michael Tokar, had the honor of being the Master of Ceremonies for the event. Joseph was also recently presented the Pope Pius XII Award (Boy Scout Catholic Religious Award) by the Rev. Edward J. Keating Jr. at his parish, Seven Sorrows BVM Catholic Church, during the Scout Sunday Mass held in February. HACC dean’s list The following local students were named to the dean’s list at Harrisburg Area Community College for the fall semester: • Middletown – Taryn E. Angeloff, Chasen L. Baker, Michaela T. Bastien, Carrie A. Cobb, Robert J. Crum, Joaleane Feigley, Michael K. Fisher, Chelsea M. Hamman, Christian Hannon, Jeffrey M. Heagy, Jennifer M. Lakey, Justin McNamara, Alex M. Nissley, Austin M. Nissley, Jodi L. Pelletier, Tommy L. Porter, Shelby N. Reigle, Beth A. Sauder, Ambre R. Sauter, Leah A. Seachrist, Tara J. Shaffer, Dylan J. Shank, Tiffany M. Stump and Brooke R. Thompson • Elizabethtown – Claire O. Baker, Michael E. Grove, Andrea L. Kanode, Jacob A. Kreider, Russell W. Kreider, Raluy Leon-Ortiz, Michael P. Posteraro, Tara L. Albert, Zachary S. Cramer, Cory M. Dohner, Eric E. Harzer, Litza C. Jimenez, Michael P. Kennedy, Heidi R. Kindon, Rebecca L. Kirkessner, Jacquelyn E. Kreiser, Pamela A. Leaman, Peter Muller, Alexa G. Musser, Amy L. Olweiler, Mary E. Plessinger and Hayley J. Wynne • Steelton – Jade N. Benner, Jennifer M. Campbell, Kylie A. Laganella and Shawna T. Williams • Hummelstown – Ehab H. Abdelsamad, Carianne W. Bardine, Jacob Barnes, Kelsey L. Brown, Bryce A.
Detweiler, Paige D. Duncan, Shelby L. Fenicle, Kristin R. Fisher, Sarah E. George, Bradley S. Hoffer, Charity L. Mummau, Brittany N. Nagy, David C. Phillips, Jennifer C. Po, Christian B. Ramsey, Marcus J. Roberge, Alexandra K. Seitz, Nathan M. Spaar and Melanie A. Weidner • Bressler – Jon E. Reese Inducted into honor society The following local students were initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest honor society: • Terrence Koudelka, of Elizabethtown, a student at Duquesne University, Pittsburgh • Benjamin Groene, of Middletown, a student at Penn State • Daniel Allen, of Middletown, a student at Penn State • James Anderson, of Highspire, a student at Penn State • Tricia Stone, of Elizabethtown, a student at Penn State • Atika Syed, of Hummelstown, a student at Penn State A tip to share Thank you, Dorothea Novak, for this advice: Help the economy. Buy “Made in USA.’’ Read the label. Many times the USA item is cheaper. Five random facts 1. If you had enough water to fill 1 million goldfish bowls, you could fill an entire stadium. 2. Mary Stuart became queen of Scotland when she was only six days old. 3. Charlie Brown’s father was a barber. 4. When you fly from London to New York by Concord, due to the time zones crossed, you can arrive two hours before you leave. 5. Dentists have recommended that a toothbrush be kept at least six feet away from a toilet to avoid airborne particles resulting from the flush. Quote of the Week “Everything you go through, grows you.” – Anonymous Question of the Week What spring project are you working on, or want to? “I am working on biographies in my favorite class!” – Jade Senior, 13, Middletown. “Playing soccer for the middle school team.” – Alex Kennedy, 12, Lower Swatara. “Everything in my yard! It needs an overhaul!” – Briana Woodring, East Hanover Twp. “I want to do a scrapbook of my kids and family.” – Alyssa Miller, Middletown. “My whole spring is going to be full of baby showers and bridal showers. No time for projects!” – Heidi Boyd, Londonderry. Proverb for the Week Fools mock at making amends for sin, but goodwill is found among the upright (14:9).
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“To make disciples of Jesus Christ, for the transformation of: Our Church, Our Community and Our World.” It begins with us. Highspire United Methodist Church is located at 170 Second St., Highspire. You are invited to worship with us at 8:45 a.m. every Sunday. Sunday school for all ages is at 10:15 a.m. Holy Communion is celebrated the first Sunday of each month. If you are interested in being baptized, or becoming a member, we would be delighted to talk with you. Please call to make an appointment with Pastor Willie Caraballo at 939‑7650. Adult Bible Study is Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. Children and Youth Ministry is Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. The second Sunday of each month United Methodist Men meet at noon. Our Joyful Workers meet monthly,
prepare monthly dinners, Easter egg sale, and other events. Call the church office for more information. To place an order for Easter eggs, call Joann at 939‑1524. Wed., April 9, dinner will be held at our church from 4 p.m. until sold out. Menu includes: Chicken Cordon Bleu, scalloped potatoes, corn, creamed coleslaw, rolls and butter, beverage and dessert. There is a cost. Eat in or take out. Call Joann at 939-1524 if you have any questions or want to place an order for takeout. For more information, or if you have any questions, call 939‑7650, or e‑mail us at highspireumcgmail. com. Also visit our Web site at www. highspireumc.org. Pastor Willie Carballo invites families and friends to join them on Sunday and on other scheduled events. We would love to have you be our guest.
Evangelical United Methodist Church Middletown
Worship is a time for joy. Therefore, with a joyous spirit we rejoice. “Sing to the Lord with thanksgiving; make melody to our God.” Psalm 147:7. Reach out to God and to one another for all are welcomed in our Father’s house. Evangelical Church meets on the corner of Spruce and Water streets at 157 E. Water St., Middletown, south of Main St. behind the Turkey Hill convenience store. The ministries scheduled at Evangelical United Methodist Church from April 9-15 are always open to everyone. Wed., April 9: 6 p.m., AA Book Study; 6:30 p.m., Senior Choir Rehearsal. Thurs., April 10: 5:30 p.m., Girl Scout Troop #10067. Sun., April 13: 9 a.m., Sunday Church
school, with classes for all ages. Adult Sunday school devotional leader for April: June Martin; 10:15 a.m., worship service. The worship center is handicap and wheelchair accessible. Nursery Helpers: Ethel Angeloff, Mike Harris. The altar flowers are given in memory of husband and father John Keller, and son and brother John Keller Jr. presented by Donna and Lori Keller. The chancel flowers are given in honor of Bill and Delores Mortimore’s 33rd wedding anniversary. The large palms are given in memory of parents Morris and Kathryn Reider presented by daughter Evelyn Reese; 11:30 a.m., Refreshments and fellowship time; 2 p.m., Easter Egg Hunt at the church parsonage. Tues., April 15: 8:30 a.m., Volunteers will travel to Mission Central; 2 p.m., Stitches and Prayers Shawl Ministry.
Presbyterian Congregation of Middletown Middletown
The Presbyterian Congregation welcomes you, especially visitors, as we seek to grow closer to our Lord Jesus Christ. Church School begins at 9:15 a.m. for all ages. On April 13 the Adult Forum will continue to explore the meaning of Jesus’ words in Matthew 25 as we welcome the Rev. Damon Wagner-Fields, Associate Chaplain at Dauphin County Prison. He will help us interpret Jesus’ words, “I was in prison and you visited me.” How can we minister to those in prison? How are we to respond to their spiritual and emotional needs? Palm Sunday is an opportune time to look at our response to the imprisoned as we reflect on the passion of our Lord. Please plan to join us for Palm Sunday Worship at 10:30 a.m. in our sanctuary. All are welcome. Nursery is available during the service. There are hearing devices for anyone wanting to use one, as well as Bible Listening bags for children to utilize during the service. As we look toward the cross, we invite you to join us for services during Holy Week: April 13: Palm/Passion
Sunday. Church school is 9:15 a.m., worship is 10:30 a.m. with distribution of palms. After worship, the children are invited to the Easter egg hunt; April 17: Maundy Thursday. Worship at 7 p.m. including the Lord’s Supper and stripping of the chancel symbolizing Christ’s death; April 18: Good Friday. A community worship service at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Middletown will be at noon. Special music and readings, prayers, and an offering for the Human Needs Fund; April 20: Easter Sunday. Church school at 9:15 a.m. and a special audio/visual program by artist Elaine Wilson on “Titian: Christ at His Resurrection” in the Adult Forum. Worship at 10:30 a.m. with organ, brass, choir, scripture, homily, hymns and prayers. Come join the celebration. Christ lives! The Parish Nurse is available by calling the church office at 717-944-4322. For further information, see our website www.pcmdt.org, visit our Facebook page www.facebook.com/ Presbyterian Congregation, or call the office.
St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church Middletown
St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church is located at Spring and Union Streets, Middletown. This is Christ’s Church, there is a place for you here. We are the church that shares a living, daring confidence in God’s grace. Liberated by our faith, we embrace you as a whole person, questions, complexities and all. Join us as we do God’s work in Christ’s name for the life of the world. We are a church of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America. St. Peter’s is a Reconciling in Christ Church. You are invited to join us for worship on Wednesday morning, Saturday evening and Sunday morning. Worship times are: Wednesday service at 10 a.m. in Chapel, Saturday at 5 p.m. in Chapel. Saturday service is a casual traditional service and is 45 minutes in length. Please enter through the parking lot doors. Sunday services are at 8:15 and 11 a.m. Sunday Church School is at 9:45 a.m. Everyone is welcome. There are classes for children, youth and adults. Our 11 a.m.
worship service is broadcast live on WMSS 91.1. The 1st Sunday of each month is Food Pantry Sunday. Bring a nonperishable item for our local food bank. The Food Pantry is located at 201 Wyoming St., Royalton. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church will not have the community dinner on Mon., April 14. We hope to see everyone on Mon., May 12. Holy Week schedule: Wed., April 16: 5:30 p.m., Seder Meal in Luther Hall; Thurs., April 17: Maundy Thursday service, 10 a.m. in Chapel, 7 p.m. in Nave; Fri., April 18: Good Friday Community service at noon and 7 p.m.; Sat., April 19: 5 p.m., Easter Vigil in Luther Hall; Sun., April 20: Sunrise service at 6:30 a.m., and Holy Communion at 8:15 and 11 a.m. Visit our website at www.stpetersmiddletown.org. Scripture readings for the week: Isa 50:4-9a; Ps. 31:9-16; Phil. 2: 5-11; Matt. 26:14, 27:66 and 27:11-54.
First Church of God
Middletown First Church of God, 245 W. High session; Knitting-Crocheting Circle. Street, Middletown, invites you to join There are classes for Youth, grades 4 us for worship at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. and 5, grades 1, 2, and 3, Kindergarten, this Sunday. Childcare is provided. 4- and 5-year-olds, and babysitting Sunday school for all ages begins at for infants through 3 years old. Come 9:15 a.m. Classes for special education join us. are also available. Sun., April 13: 8 and 10:30 a.m, Palm Sunday mornings at 9:15 a.m. classes Sunday service. The choir will present are available for Youth (grades 6-12), FROG Pond (grades 1-5) Kindergarten a Cantata “Touched by the Christ.” Thurs., April 17: 6 p.m., Maundy (4-5 years old), Nursery (infants-age Thursday Seder service, come to the 3), and Adult classes, which offer a table. There will be a Seder meal, variety of Bible studies and electives. Holy Communion, and feet washing. Sunday evenings: A Collective - Dinner is at 5:15 p.m. and the gathering Contact the church office to sign up. begins at 6 p.m. Come and share with Sat., April 19: Noon to 3 p.m., us. You are not alone in your faith, Easter Egg Hunt. Featured will be a your doubts and your desires. Texas barbecue, Bouncy House, 14 ft. Thursdays: 6 p.m., Pasta and Prayer inflatable slide, crafts, games, candy Young Adult Bible Study; 6-8 p.m., and the egg hunts. Everyone is invited The Sunshiners meet weekly for a time to attend. There is free food and fun of Christian fellowship, teaching and for everyone. worship. They are a group which exists Latino Congregation: Betesda to meet the spiritual needs of persons Casa de Misericordia, CGGC, 245 who are developmentally challenged. W. High St., Middletown. Estudios Wednesday Night Live (WNL), supper at 5:30 p.m., classes at 6:30 Biblicos Domingos, noon; Servicio p.m. Adult classes are: Adult Bible Evangelistico: Domingos 1:30 p.m.; Study, Study on Discipleship; Ladies Contactos: Ricardo and Jeanette Perez Bible Study, The Lord’s Prayer; Bible (717) 333-2184. Study on Book of Philippians; Craft For additional information call the Class; Balloon Art Class; Financial Peace Class. There is a cost for this church office at 944-9608 or e-mail class; Zumba. There is a cost for each us at mdtcog@comcast.net.
Wesley United Methodist Church Middletown
“Hosanna, Loud Hosanna.” This Sunday begins the Holy Week observances that are so much a part of who we are as followers of Jesus. We invite you to join us on this journey of faith during which we will remember and celebrate the wondrous love of God for each of us. We worship on Sunday morning at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. The early service is informal and features a Praise Band. The later service follows a traditional pattern and includes all types of music. We encourage people to “come as you are.” The choir presents “Passion Cantata” as part of our 10:30 a.m. Palm Sunday worship service. This inspiring cantata includes anthems, solos, readings and special effects. Palm branches will be distributed during this Sunday’s worship services. Lenten Small Groups focused on the theme, “A Faith that Matters” meet on Sunday morning and Thursday night. The topic for this week is “Transform Yourself and the World.” Holy Thursday Communion Tenebrae service will be held in the sanctuary at 7 p.m. on April 17. Come and share in the memory of our Savior’s love.
A Passion Cantata will be performed on Palm Sunday, April 13, at the 10:30 a.m. worship service at Wesley United Methodist Church, 64 Ann St., Middletown. The cantata includes the solos “Father,” sung by Cole Pavlishin and “Mary’s Song,” sung by Eileen Wealand. Choir anthems include “You Are the Christ,” “Lead Me to Calvary, “ and “Crucify.” Hymns “All Glory Laud Honor” and “Sweet Lamb of God,” will be sung by the congregation. As the cantata progresses, scripture will be read by choir members Ken Slippey, Amy MacFarlane, Paige Pavlishin, Darlene Dawes, and our pastor, the Rev. Jim Dawes. After each reading, candles will be extinguished, chimes tolled, and a PowerPoint presentation of scenes from the Mel Gibson film “The Passion of the Christ” will be shown on the front chancel wall. During the reading of Jesus’ death on the cross, the organ pedals provide the ‘earthquake’ and a piercing trumpet the moment of Jesus’ death. The cantata has proved in the past to be a very moving and prayerful reminder of Jesus’ love for all of us. Director of the cantata is Wesley’s organist Walter Stiller.
“We rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope. And hope does not put us to shame because God has poured his love into our hearts.” Romans 5:3-5 Open Door Bible Church, located at 200 Nissley Drive, Middletown, invites you to worship Jesus Christ with us this week. Our April 13 Sunday worship service commences at 10:40 a.m. with a 9:30 a.m. Sunday school hour with classes for all ages. Children from ages 4 to second grade are welcome
Middletown
We are an independent body of believers offering God’s invitation for a new beginning to all who seek it. We exist to meet the spiritual, emotional and physical needs of all people through faith in Jesus Christ. New Beginnings Church invites you to worship with us each Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Nursery and children’s church provided. Our congregation meets at Riverside Chapel, 630 S. Union St., Middletown, next to the Rescue Hose Company. Sunday school for all ages is at 9 a.m. We are handicap accessible via ramp at the back door. For additional church information call 944-9595. Food is collected every Sunday for the Middletown Food Bank. Wednesdays: Craft Group, 6 p.m.; Choir rehearsal, 6:30 p.m. Intercessory Prayer group is Thursdays at 6:30 p.m., followed by Pastor Brett’s Bible Study at 7 p.m. Current study is “What It Means To Be A Christian.” Followers of Faith Bible Study resumes at a later date; Youth Fellowship is Sundays from 5 to 7 p.m. We are supporting Mitch Lee who is a Life Boy Scout working on his Eagle Scout. His project is for the drums for the Middletown Area Middle School Band. Any contributions are welcome
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and checks may be made out to Troop 97 and mailed to Mitch at 322 Conewago St., Middletown, or given to Mitch at church. Youth Fellowship is selling Easter eggs. Many different flavors are available. Call Michelle Strohecker at 982-5068 to place an order, or see any youth or advisor. Sun., April 13: 4 p.m., Youth Fellowship is sponsoring a free community Easter egg hunt for children up to and including 5th grade. Hot dogs and popcorn will be available. The hunt will be held rain or shine. No RSVP, just come for some fun. Acolyte for April: Josh Burrows. Children’s Church leader for April: Michelle Strohecker. Our Sunday worship service is broadcast on the MAHS radio station WMSS 91.1 FM at 3 p.m. every Sunday afternoon. Listen on the radio or the Internet at www.pennlive.com/ wmss/audio. Check us out on our website at www.newbeginningschurchmiddletown.weebly.com. Pastor Britt’s parting words each Sunday: “Nothing in this world is more important than the love of Jesus Christ.” We invite you to come and experience this love.
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Ebenezer United Methodist Church "Love God, Love People, Make Disciples"
890 Ebenezer Road, Middletown (Corner of 441 & Ebenezer Road)
Phone 939-0766 Sunday Worship: Traditional - 8:45 am • Contemporary - 10:45 am Christian Education (All Ages) - 10 am Christian Child Care - 985-1650
New Beginnings Church at the Riverside Chapel
630 South Union St., Middletown
Sunday School - 9 am • Worship Service - 10:30 am
Pastor BRITT STROHECKER Everyone Is Welcome!
Open Door Bible Church 200 Nissley Drive, Middletown, PA (Located In Lower Swatara Township) Pastor JONATHAN E. TILLMAN
Pastor S. DAVID SIMON
Phone 939-5180 Sunday School - 9:30 am • Morning Worship - 10:40 am Evening Worship - 6:30 pm Wednesday Prayer Service - 7 pm
Evangelical United Methodist Church
Presbyterian Congregation of Middletown
REV. ROBERT GRAYBILL, Pastor
Church School - 9:15 am • Worship - 10:30 am
www.ebenezerumc.net
Spruce & Water Sts., Middletown Sunday School (all ages) - 9 am Sunday Worship - 10:15 am
235 W. High St., Middletown
REV. KIMBERLY SHIFLER, Pastor
944-9608 Sunday School - 9:15 am • Worship Services - 8 & 10:30 am Classes for Special Education (Sunday Morning & Thursday Evening)
Union & Water Sts., Middletown • 944-4322
St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church Spring & Union Sts., Middletown Church Office 944-4651
REV. DR. J. RICHARD ECKERT, Pastor
Saturday Worship With Spoken Liturgy - 5 pm Sunday Worship - 8:15 am & 11 am Sunday Church School - 9:45 am Worship Broadcast on 91.1 fm - 11 am
Geyers United Methodist Church
Wesley United Methodist Church
944-6426
REV. JIM DAWES, Pastor
1605 South Geyers Church Road, Middletown PASTOR DON WALTERS
Celebrate Palm Sunday April 13
to participate in Junior Church during the morning worship service. We also welcome you to join us at our 6:30 p.m. service. Childcare is provided for children under age 4 during all services and classes. Wed., April 9: 7 p.m., Patch the Pirate Clubs for ages 4 through grade 6; Prayer meeting. Sat., April 12: 8:30 a.m., Men’s Bible Study. Come and hear the Word, the truth that will set you free. For more information call the church office at 939-5180 or visit us online at www.odbcpa.org. Better yet, come worship with us in person.
New Beginnings Church
First Church of God
Middletown
to attend, you are welcome to visit us. We have a fellowship meal following the 10:15 a.m. morning service on the First Sunday of every month, free to all who come. A Sunday school class for all ages is at 9 a.m. and there is an evening service at 6 p.m. After this special holiday season, Pastor Arthur Fox will resume preaching through the Letter of Paul to the Romans in the mornings. He is currently preaching through the Prophecy of Jeremiah in the 6 p.m. service. For information please call 9445835. If the pastor is not in you may leave a message on the answering machine.
Wesley is participating in the Community Good Friday service to be held at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church from noon to 1 p.m. on April 18. A Community Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by Youth 10 x Better Ministries and Phi Sigma Phi Epsilon Omicron, will be held at Wesley on Sat., April 19 from 9 a.m. to noon. Children ages 1 through 12 are invited to come and join the hunt. Teenagers are invited to visit and try out the Teen Center until the younger kids are done with their hunt. Pastor Dawes’ sermon for Palm Sunday is “Invite Others on the Journey” based on Mark 8:31-38 Visit our website at middletownwesleyumc.org. Contact us by e-mail at wesleyumc@comcast.net. Call us at 944-6242. Wesley is located at the corner of Ann and Catherine Streets, Middletown. “Follow Jesus, Change the World. Seek. Serve. Send.”
Open Door Bible Church Middletown
Passion Cantata on Palm Sunday
Calvary Orthodox Presbyterian Church Calvary Orthodox Presbyterian Church, which for close to 78 years has served Jesus Christ and God’s people here in Middletown, cordially invites everyone in our community to join us for a special Good Friday service on Friday, April 18 at 6:30 p.m. There will be an extended reading of Matthew’s account of Jesus passion and death on the Cross. We will sing hymns that reflect his suffering and death for sinners and the service will close with a brief message. Our annual Easter Service will be on Easter Sunday, April 20, at 10:15 a.m., when we will worship and proclaim our risen Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. All are invited to attend. If you currently do not have a church
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Highspire United Methodist Church
170 Second St., Highspire • 717-939-7650 Worship - 8:45 am • Sunday School - 10:15 am
64 Ann Street, Middletown
Phone 944-6242 Sunday Worship - 8:30 and 10:30 am • Come as you are! Follow Jesus, Change the World.
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Does this really require an "investigation?''
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iddletown Borough Council has voted to direct its solicitor to investigate the conduct of a Middletown Borough Authority member whose conduct toward a citizen speaking at an authority meeting was, frankly, rude. While we appreciate council’s attempt to get the facts before possible action, we can’t help but think an “investigation’’ is unnecessary, producing billable hours for a lawyer in a situation that could be more easily handled. Here is what has led to this latest borough investigation: Authority member Robert Louer Jr. snapped at resident Dawn Knull at an authority meeting on Thursday, April 3 as Knull voiced her concerns about the safety of children along a proposed detour for the future upgrades of Union Street infrastructure. There was no reason to take her concerns personally – and do you really want to be rude to someone like Knull, who has been a tireless volunteer in community projects, including some borough initiatives? Our story on what happened appears on A1 of this edition. Couldn’t council simply ask for the authority’s recording of the meeting? Or the opinion of the council members – at least two attended the meeting – who were present? We doubt the borough’s solicitor will draw a conclusion on whether Louer’s conduct was morally right. That is a conclusion that each councilor will have to reach. Eventually, this investigation will land squarely in council’s lap anyway. And though council, which appoints authority members, could use its political clout to ask for, or demand, an apology, or a resignation, we doubt it could forcibly remove an authority member for being rude. Council had to go to court to remove former authority chairman Pete Pappas, who had fallen out of favor – and council had law on its side. You can’t help but wonder if an investigation could have been avoided if someone at the meeting had defended Knull, or reprimanded Louer for his comments. Perhaps the authority will do so at a future meeting. We do agree, as some of our political leaders have stated, that public officials should be held to a higher standard of conduct. While we understand that councilors who weren’t at the authority meeting in question want to hear what happened for themselves before rendering judgment – a motion to direct the solicitor to investigate was approved by an 8-1 vote – we think an “investigation’’ by the solicitor is unnecessary.
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Decisions should not be based on political party
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he U.S. is a Constitutional Republic: Leaders represent the people in accordance with the Constitution, which limits governments’ authority through the separation of powers. “We the People” are in charge. As Thomas Jefferson noted: “When the people fear the government there is tyranny, when the government fears the people there is liberty.” Shortly after the Constitution was ratified, it was amended: the Bill of Rights. The First Amendment guarantees freedom of the press, which limits government’s control over information. People have the right to know what their government is doing, how they are doing it, and why – hopefully, through clear and concise content without bias. Throughout our history, the media has helped to shape public opinion. However, with the Internet, 24-hour news coverage, media “personalities” and bloggers, it’s harder to tell if the news is shaped or shoved. Some say the media is biased propaganda. “Propaganda” comes from the New Latin, “congregatio de propaganda fide,” a Congregation established by Pope Gregory XV in 1623 for propagating the faith. Over time, propaganda came to mean information that is not impartial and is used primarily to influence and advance an agenda – often by selectively presenting facts. While most people think of propaganda as being a dictator deciding what will and will not be shared with the public, it can go well beyond government control – for example, special interest groups applying measures and tactics to manipulate the citizenry to promote their agenda. Or 24-hour news coverage emphasizing one side of an issue. While many Democrats may like to watch MSNBC and many Republicans watch Fox News, the question is whether their respective reports are unbiased or favor a particular political position. Reporters, once content to be informed bystanders, are increasingly becoming public figures themselves. They often set agendas and the political tone of debates while judging issues of trust and truth using their own yardsticks. Such issues are summarized by the Latin “quis custodiet ipsos custodies’’: “Who will guard the guardians?” A lack of objectivity too often creates polar opposite groups, when the reality is that the majority of the population is somewhere in the middle. The idea of organizing people into political or geographical factions was a fear of the Founding Fathers. Looking at today’s political factions, you can see why the Founders’ fears were justified. Whenever considering issues, I turn to both the U.S. and Pennsylvania Constitutions. Decisions should not be based upon political party, special interests or self-interests. Following the Constitutions makes it easier to do what’s right. When I was first elected, I was told, “Mike, we love your idealism, but you need to get real.” This led me to wonder: What’s the difference between my idealism and their realism? Fortunately, I found an answer: Their so-called realism is my idealism that’s been sacrificed on the altar of self-interest. Personally, I’d rather lose with principle than win by compromising my principles. Mike Folmer is a Republican member of the Pennsylvania Senate. He represents the 48th Senatorial District, which includes Middletown, Royalton, Lower Swatara Twp., Highspire, Londonderry Twp., Steelton and the Swatara Twp. communities of Bressler, Enhaut and Oberlin.
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rudderless • The Founders’ wisdom and vision Republican • Lower taxes Party, afraid • Limited government to assert itself in • Peace through strength the face of a rising • Anti-communism liberal/progressive • Belief in the individual onslaught. A confident Democratic Party in the White House, Those principles worked for Reagan, and undermining the nation, its economy and there’s no reason to suspect they wouldn’t its foreign policy, with timid Republicans work again. They are timeless and timefeckless in response. A battle for the heart of tested. They are not only a prescription for the GOP and the next presidential nomina- a conservative platform, but they draw a tion among conservative Republicans and perfect contrast to progressivism. liberal Republicans. Reagan proceeded to unflinchingly hold to Sound familiar? Of course. these principles. How successful was that But I’m not just talking about March 2014. plan? In 1980, pursuing a bold, unapologetic I’m also talking about March 1977, when conservative agenda, Reagan won 44 of 50 a genuine conservative Republican named states against an incumbent president. Four Ronald Reagan surveyed the political years later, he won 49 of 50 states. He won landscape and saw something hauntingly those two elections by a combined Electoral similar. College margin of 1,014 to 62. He twice won Reagan resolved to do something about it, states like California and Massachusetts, and he laid out that vision 37 years ago, at Pennsylvania and New Jersey. And when CPAC, the annual Conservative Political he was finished, liberalism was dead for a Action Conference. What Reagan said in generation. that speech remains crucial for conservatives Now liberalism is back, in the form of and the Republican Party today. what it’s calling “progressivism.” It can be Reagan began speaking at CPAC in 1974, defeated again. its first gathering. He addressed the faithful As Reagan often said, freedom is always a 13 times through his final year in the White generation away from extinction. Each new House. But perhaps his most vigorous generation needs to fight for it again. The defense of conservative thinking came in fight can be painful, but it needs to be fought his remarks delivered on Feb. 6, 1977, his nonetheless. It’s every generation’s duty. 66th birthday. This should have special resonance for Reagan began by explaining his view of conservative Republicans who, like Reagan, conservatism: “The common sense and want to take their party in a conservative common decency of direction as they enordinary men and deavor to recapture women, working out the White House and Liberalism is back, in the their own lives in their re-change the naform of what it's calling tion. In his ongoing own way – this is the heart of American "progressivism.'' It can be messages to his felconservatism today. conservatives defeated again. low Conservative wisdom at CPAC, Reagan and principles are essentially told them derived from willto be not afraid – that ingness to learn, not just from what is go- is, to be not afraid of conservatism, to not ing on now, but from what has happened fear who and what they are. “The time has before.” come,” he confidently told them in FebruConservatism rests on time-tested prin- ary 1977. ciples worth conserving and preserving What kind of time? Only Reagan the optifor the best of the country, its culture, mist could have been so optimistic. its people. Said Reagan: “The principles The Republican Party was in a shambles of conservatism are sound because they after Watergate, the withdrawal from are based on what men and women have Vietnam, the uninspiring Ford presidency, discovered through experience in not just Rockefeller Republicanism, détente and acone generation or a dozen, but in all the commodation of the Soviets, the Democratic combined experience of mankind. When we leadership in the White House, a malaise conservatives say that we know something and misery index, unemployment and gas about political affairs, and that we know lines, and more. can be stated as principles, we are saying Two terms of Republican control of the that the principles we hold dear are those White House had merely opened the door that have been found, through experience, for Jimmy Carter, who, as Reagan spoke, to be ultimately beneficial for individuals, had been sworn in just two weeks earlier. for families, for communities and for naAnd so, what time had come? tions – found through the often bitter testing Reagan a decade earlier called it a “Time of pain or sacrifice and sorrow.” for Choosing.” A time, he dramatically said, Reagan told the CPAC brethren that he to preserve for America’s children “this, the believed the “old lines” dividing social and last best hope of man on earth.” economic conservatives were “disappear“If we lose freedom here,” said Reagan, ing.” He hoped the time had come “to pres- “there’s no place to escape to.” Choosing ent a program of action based on political wrong meant a long period of “darkness.” principle that can attract those interested Reagan believed that conservatism shined in the so-called ‘social’ issues and those a light through the darkness. interested in ‘economic’ issues.” “We can do it,” Reagan insisted. “This is Reagan insisted that a “conservative major- not a dream, a wistful hope ... I have seen ity” could emerge from within the fractured the conservative future and it works.” Republican Party to win back the White It would be easy to dismiss this as pie-inHouse and America. This would require, he the-sky in 2014, just as it seemed in 1977. said, an adherence to “political principle” But Reagan made it work. He turned the and to “principled politics.” tide. Why can’t it happen again? What sort of principles? Here are 11 clearly identifiable principles of Reagan Dr. Paul Kengor is a professor of politiconservatism: cal science and executive director of The Center for Vision & Values at Grove City • Freedom College, Mercer County, and is author of • Family several books, including “11 Principles of • Sanctity and dignity of human life a Reagan Conservative.’’ • American exceptionalism
alifornia recently established the most stringent energy-extraction restrictions in the nation. As the CEO of a natural gas firm, you probably think I vigorously opposed these rules. You’d be wrong. In fact, California’s new law is a welcome step in the evolution of the American energy market. One of the biggest inhibitors of energy development in this country is regulatory uncertainty. By creating smart and streamlined rules, California has eliminated that uncertainty and established a sturdy legal foundation for future exploration and extraction. Other energy-rich states should follow suite and pass legislation of their own. Hydraulic fracturing – “fracking” for short – has enabled access to vast underground reserves of oil and gas that were once wholly unreachable. That’s huge for California, which is home to a 1,750-square-mile shale formation. Based on calculations by the Energy Information Administration, this formation alone could bear up to 64 percent of our country’s shale oil reserves. But until energy development rules were clearly defined, California couldn’t meet its colossal potential. This new legislation opens up this remarkable resource for responsible exploration, setting an example for other energy-rich states. California will now require energy companies to obtain permits before fracking. Firms are also required to disclose what chemicals are used in the process, as well as what impact they’d have on the environment. Thanks to these forward-thinking rules, California could well become America’s biggest oil producer within the decade. Now that oil and gas can be properly harvested, the state tax revenue alone will likely add up to $4.5 billion. Meanwhile, shale development will add $10,000 to per-capita economic activity. Fracking will also The "chemicals" create 2.8 purportedly being million jobs by 2020, pumped into the according to earth by fracking a recent estiare positively mate by the University harmless. of Southern California. And unlike Silicon Valley, these opportunities wouldn’t only be for high-skilled, highly educated people. Entry-level energy jobs can easily pay $80,000 a year or more, and they often require no more than a high school diploma. Other states can reap similar rewards by passing similar rules. Right now, fracking isn’t federally regulated, and state laws vary erratically. Kansas has no laws. Pennsylvania has strict ones. New York has imposed a temporary fracking moratorium. Vermont and New Jersey outright forbid the practice. Would-be energy investors are scared off by these variant policies. And they’re justifiably wary about new regulations being based on a capricious public’s vague impressions of fracking rather than good science. California’s new law is all the more notable given the staunch opposition to fracking in the Golden State. Opponents have typically cited environmental concerns. These fears have proven wildly unfounded. Take, for instance, the claim that fracking contaminates groundwater. Though it’s a popular complaint among green activists, none other than Lisa Jackson, the former head of the Environmental Protection Agency, was forced to concede to Congress that there are “no proven cases where the fracking process itself has contaminated groundwater.” The much-demonized fracking fluid is often 99.95 percent water and sand. And the “chemicals” purportedly being pumped into the earth are positively harmless –Halliburton’s CEO even drank fracking fluid at a recent Colorado Oil and Gas Association conference. Fears about air pollution as a direct result of fracking have also proven to be without scientific basis. New “completion” technology captures and controls 99 percent of the emissions from fracking sites. California’s new energy law should serve as a regulatory blueprint for other states looking to reach their full energy potential. Without clear and predictable rules, states will continue to squander their natural resources – and that’s an economic travesty. Chris Faulkner is chief executive officer of Breitling Energy Corp., of Dallas, Texas.
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Got cardboard? Dump recyclables at these centers
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ith warm weather comes spring cleaning, and with spring cleaning can come large quantities of recyclable materials. Examples of those materials may include cardboard; newspapers and inserts; magazines; catalogs; telephone books; plastic Nos. 1-7; empty food, beverage and household containers; aluminum cans; and clear, green and brown glass. I would like to remind residents of three places in our area that may serve as a convenient location to recycle any of the materials listed above. The Dauphin County Department of Solid Waste Management operates the Dauphin County Recycling Center, 1620 South 19th St., Harrisburg. Hours of operation are Mondays through Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. To contact the recycling center, call the main office at 717-982-6772. The Dauphin County Recycling Center offers free electronic recycling to all county residents. Items accepted include compact fluorescent light bulbs, answering machines, cell phones, copiers, pagers, portable radios, CD players, computers, printers, print cartridges, telephones, TVs and typewriters. The county also operates a voluntary recycling drop-off site at the Conewago Twp. Municipal Building. The drop-off site is located at 3279 Old Hershey Road, Elizabethtown. Recycling can be dropped off at this site at any time. Questions regarding the drop-off site should be directed to the main office at 717-982-6772. For a full list of items accepted at each location, visit www. dauphincounty.org. Derry Twp. residents can take advantage of the recycling center located near the municipal services center at 650 Clearwater Road, Hershey. Summer hours of operation are Mondays and Wednesdays from 4-8 p.m.; and Fridays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Derry Twp. Recycling Center can be reached by phone at 717533-8665.
If you are unsure if one of the centers listed accepts a certain item, you are encouraged to contact the center by phone or visit its website. Fees may be charged for certain types of recyclables. More information about these recycling centers can be found at my website, RepPayne.com.
Traveler information website
I would like to remind residents that Pennsylvania’s 511PA traveler information system is now offering motorists better access to traffic information with a new and improved website, as well as improved phone and personal-alert systems. I encourage motorists to take advantage of this great resource. The redesigned website provides free, 24-hour travel information on 40,000 miles of state roads plus the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The original site offered information for the 2,900 miles that make up the “core system” of interstates and select U.S. routes. Information on current traffic conditions has improved with real-time traffic-speed data now available for 15,000 roadway miles, expanded from 659. The site now offers access to 30 additional traffic cameras from the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, in addition to the 650 already available across the state. Motorists can also sign up to receive personal travel alerts through e-mail and text messages. The alerts can be customized by roadway, time of day and days of the week. Since 511PA launched in the fall of 2009, the service has had more than 3.1 million website visits, nearly 20,000 alert subscribers and 1.9 million phone calls. For more information, visit 511PA. com. John D. Payne is a Republican member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. He represents the 106th District, which includes most of Middletown, part of Swatara Twp. and all of Royalton, Lower Swatara Twp., Derry Twp., Conewago Twp. and Hummelstown.
MARYANNEHOWLAND
The economic benefits of immigration reform
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hen thinking of immigration reform, we must ask ourselves what we want for the
country. From a business perspective, important goals to aim for are innovation and entrepreneurship. And although there’s no simple recipe for achieving them, one key ingredient is diversity. Smart business leaders know this. The most successful corporations strive to be the “Employer of Choice,” looking to recruit the best and brightest in a multicultural marketplace. They know they need the best skills and talent to deliver the innovation that leads to the best products and service in an increasingly competitive economy. They also appreciate that in a dynamic market – be it nationally or locally – understanding and capitalizing on trends starts with a diverse workforce. Immigration reform, done well, can help achieve all this. And it will deliver broad economic benefits and boost local economies. The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office estimated that immigration reform would increase real Gross Domestic Product relative to current law projections by 3.3 percent in 2023 and 5.4 percent in 2033 – an increase of roughly $700 billion in 2023 and $1.4 trillion in 2033 in today’s dollars. In business terms, immigration reform would increase America’s value proposition. There are more than 52 million Hispanics in the U.S. That makes us home to the second largest Hispanic population in the world. And it is our country’s fastest growing market. Fortune 100 companies have
already seen this opportunity and have begun investing in ways to turn a profit on changing demographics. In addition, the economy will benefit from the launching of thousands of new companies, run by immigrants who bring with them an intense commitment to a free and open market system. The result: thousands upon thousands of new jobs and billions in new sales and income tax revenues. Looking at the issue of immigration through a smart business lens can help us to realize the full potential of the rich resource we have created. We can learn from corporations that have implemented best practices when it comes to diversity and inclusion. They are reaping massive rewards in the form of growth and profits. We can do the same as a country. America’s rich culture of diversity includes generations of families who have come to be a part of the fabric of our country, who have helped to grow businesses, and who have enriched nearly every aspect of our culture. Our children play together and go to school together. We are co-workers at some of the fastest-growing companies in the economy. We pray together in churches all around the country. When we have embraced diversity, it has made us happier, stronger and more prosperous. By granting legal status to members of our communities, neighbors, fellow church members, business owners and co-workers, we will unleash their contributions of hard work and innovation. The benefit is more prosperity for all of us. MaryAnne Howland is president and CEO of Ibis Communications, a marketing agency based in Nashville, Tenn
SOUNDOFF
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should be a separate charge. I think they should show on our bill how much the demand fee was and how many apartments it was divided by. According to the borough, they charge them separately for the fee. I’m calling the PUC and see what the proper procedure is.”
:| “Everyone should just stop whin- :( “Your kid steals from you and ing and live their life to the fullest. :| “Saw the Press And Journal
asked if it was time to have a brew pub in town – downtown, in fact. Yes, sir! That’s what I say.”
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ing to support some of my friends and fellow students. All I saw was a lot of adults showing us all not how to act. Even my one friend I was :| “I heard from some people that sitting with admitted he has been the Klahr building in downtown embarrassed by his parents through Middletown could’ve been saved this. “Adults,’’ step back and look at and someone wanted to buy it. Tell the big picture here. You ALL look me, why was it torn down? The like immature result – a lovely fools – and even empty spot.” “Plain and simple, your own chilwould somebody just dren are saying :| “The Sears that.” investigate McNamara and store must stay some of his crew already? open.” :| “Is the street Geez, it’s right there waiting fix-up in downfor you.” :| “The Sears town Middletown store in Chicago going to hapmust stay open.” pen or not? I would’ve thought the borough would’ve told someone. :| “I just read some of the comWasn’t it to start in April? Once ments about Coach Nauman. I do again, no information. No word. not have kids in the school anymore And it’s our tax money you’re but I can say I saw this coming and spending – no other way around am shocked it took this long. I agree that.” he does a lot for kids but there was a lot in our day that I thought was :| “My friends ask why I’m not a little questionable. School Board: blasting my Facebook with support Kudos to you for handling what I for Coach Mike. Well, because I am sure was not easy. Keep ignordon’t agree with my parents’ view, ing things and winning is the easy and this is the only place I can say way out. But as you saw, it was not that. Thank you, Sound Off.” a good situation for the kids.”
You just never know when your time on Earth is up.”
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gives it to my kid, and you want to act like my kid is the villain? You need professional help just as much as your kid does.”
:( “This is in response to the
person who responded about my ‘complaint’ about Lower Swatara police leaving an abandoned vehicle :( “What is going on? I just got a along the street. It is you who needs call asking if I am going to be part to get your facts straight, as your of Team Griffen comprehenor Team Nauman. “So what happened with the sion skills are Or would I be quite lacking. I Middletown police chief? interested in joindid not say the He was supposed to ing a new Team car was there be the best. Guess that’s since January Wrestling club at what you get when you – I said the car the high school? For someone that don’t involve the citizens in was there since was really support- choosing such an important December. I believe I said ing our coach, you person. I’m disappointed that before Christare not talking like the new chief didn’t give mas. I said the you did a week police were the new mayor a chance ago. People are two-faced. I think and have them work together. called about it in January. You someone is not How bad could it have been?” mentioned the giving us wrestlers multiple snows the whole story we’ve had, and that is exactly what why things are the way they are.” brought my attention to the car sitting there in the first place, and :| “Middletown School Board : exactly how I know it never moved. Do NOT tell us why the wrestling You don’t live here, you didn’t look coach is gone. It’s not any of our out your window every day and see business. Thanks for doing your the car sitting in the same spot, still job. I also think the coach is setting covered in snow, and all the snow a good example and not grandstand- piled around it Also, you’re wrong ing about this. He is a class guy – again about the police towing cars from beginning to end.” because it snowed. Lower Swatara can only have cars towed that are :| “It’s my understanding that the parked on a snow emergency route, owner of the Village of Pineford, and this car is not. Again, get your Horst Realty, pays 7.2 cents for facts straight. The car in question their electric. We are being charged is from out of state, and it does over 11 cents. I was told there is a not have an inspection sticker. The demand fee being charged for each registration sticker is invalid as building and then it’s divided by of 1/31/14. The vehicle is not on the number of apartments. I think it private property, as your brilliant
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and know-it-all mind stated. As I said before (try to comprehend it this time), the car is parked close to the border of Middletown Borough. Most people would think it might even be part of the borough. It’s now April, and the car is still sitting in the exact same spot it has been in since mid-December. Please go back inside your little troll house, slam the door and stay there.”
:| “We have supported Coach Mike as a person. But there has to be more to this. The board seemed very firm and ready to take on all the support we showed. I just hate to admit, but I think there is something we really don’t know here. I just have a weird feeling that there is a bigger reason than anything we know – at this point, anyway.”
:( “Not to be ignorant, but who
cares about wrestling? Some are insanely heartbroken over this coach thing. Somebody else will step in. Seriously, settle down and shut up. It’s over. Go back to watching WWF with your TV dinner. I feel pretty confident Middletown wrestling will continue with a different coach. Don’t take your ball and go home.”
:( “Plain and simple, would somebody just investigate McNamara and some of his crew already? Geez, it’s right there waiting for you.”
:( “Lower Swatara, Longview
Drive has a ‘crotch rocket’ rider that has no respect for anyone. LS police need to set a trap for this person. Besides noise, it’s the speed. Woke up my infant at 4:30 a.m. early Tuesday morning - disrespectful.”
:| “When is the new Middletown
Historical Society museum going to open? It’s going to be on Main Street, isn’t it? That happened last year. What’s the hold-up?”
:( “A bad attitude athlete makes
it unpleasant for everyone. It is embarrassing when other districts come and they see it, too. What’s even worse is when the parents are just the same.”
:( “Wrestling coach and soccer
and superintendent support athletes and boosters who are clueless and arrogant. Blind leading the blind. Remove the blinders of being biased and do what is right.”
:( “Nobody cares about wrestling.” :) “I really hope this coming fishing season is better than the last one.”
:) “P&J: Thanks for printing Tom
Shank’s stories. He’s a great guy and his stories are from the heart. It makes your paper so worthwhile. Thanks again.” Editor’s note: Tom Shank won a first-place award in the Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association Foundation’s 2014 Keystone Press Awards for his Woods & Waters column. The foundation announced the award recently. We’ll have more on his award, and others won by the Press And Journal, in a future edition.
:) “I loved the pictures about the
dinner at the Londonderry Fire Company. Those people are real nice to everyone. I also enjoy the dinners at the churches in our communities. Friendly people and good food at fair prices.”
:) “So nice to read the names of the boys and girls who are on the honor roll. That’s quite an accomplishment. Way to go, kids.”
:| “So what happened with the
Middletown police chief? He was supposed to be the best. Guess that’s what you get when you don’t involve the citizens in choosing such an important person. I’m disappointed that the new chief didn’t give the new mayor a chance and have them work together. How bad could it have been?”
:) “Press And Journal: The stories
by the Highspire guy from the past are very interesting. Didn’t know so many things happened in Highspire.”
:( “Did you ever realize how all
of the stories and talk about bad attitudes and problems in Middletown started when the Gang of Five took over? And you guys talk about unity and how we need it, yet you’re always blaming someone, suing someone, getting even with someone – and it’s always someone else’s fault.”
:| “Rodney King had it it right:
coach – so many problems with this school. The athletic director
Why can’t we all just get along?”
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Women: Life-changing tips for better health and energy Moms, career women, singles enjoying life with close friends and family, and even women approaching their retirement years - women at every life stage can benefit from adding simple activities to improve their happiness and health. Activities can range from enjoying a delicious breakfast to incorporating a cardiovascular workout to limbering up and stretching those muscles. Consider incorporating a new element to your day to enrich your lifestyle, improve your digestive health and give you energy to tackle the rest of your day. Need some ideas? Try one of these options: • Flexible body - Healthy stretching can improve flexibility, and help reduce joint or muscle pain. Target core muscles in the legs - such as hips, thighs and calves - and in the upper torso including the lower back, neck and shoulders. While stretching, don’t bounce, or push the stretch past the point of pain. Gently hold each stretch for about 30 seconds. • Fun workouts - Exercise can be a very negative word for some women, but there are several ways to enjoy a physical workout. Like to dance? Sign up for an adult jazz, ballroom dance or even Zumba class. Don’t like to sweat? Take your workout to
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