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Good thing Middletown Area High School senior William “Will” Botterbusch has taken flying lessons – he’s been accepted into the Air Force Academy. Botterbusch will leave at the end of June to begin six weeks of basic training at the academy in Colorado Springs, Col. He will major in mechanical engineering. However, Botterbusch’s ultimate goal is to be a pilot. “I’ve always had an interest in serving my country,” said Botterbusch. His father and grandfather both served in the Army as enlisted soldiers. Botterbusch grew up watching war movies and being inspired by his father’s stories of his time in the military. He first learned of the academy in ninth grade. From that point on, he focused on doing whatever he had to do to get accepted. “They were looking for the best of the best and I decided that’s what I wanted to be,” he said. Getting accepted into one of the nation’s military academies is a unique and daunting process. You must get nominated by a member of Congress
ith a $2.7 million improvement project about to begin, downtown Middletown has been getting most of the attention. But in case you haven’t noticed, some big changes are in the works for the busy Main Street corridor. A new AutoZone auto parts store is planned for a retail pad site at Mid-Town Plaza. Property owner Levin Management is scheduled to go before the Middletown Zoning Hearing Board on Thursday, May 14 to seek approval to install two signs for the business. To the west, a number of key commercial properties have recently changed hands, or are on the market for sale or lease. Robert Louer, the vice president of Middletown Borough Council, and his wife, Helen, bought the property at 115 E. Main St. for $175,000 from Burkholder Enterprises, according to online deed and property records posted by Dauphin County. A barber shop had been in the first-floor storefront, but the space has been vacant for some time. Louer declined comment on future plans for the building when asked by the Press and Journal. But borough officials posted on Middletown’s Facebook page on April 21 that a new hardware store – to be known as Street Store Hardware – is “in the process of opening a location on East Main Street,” though the post did not give an address. Borough spokesman Chris Courogen did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The Press And Journal already has reported on the big plans in the works for the former Lamp Post Inn at 101 E. Main St.
New owners GFD LLC are working to renovate the building and reopen a restaurant to be known as The Black Horse Grille. Meanwhile, the Deals on Wheels used car business at 304 E. Main St. closed in early April due to the retirement of business owner Frank Markel. The property is now up for lease, though property owner Kenneth H. Hess of Middletown could not be reached for comment. For sale signs are up at the site of the former Demp’s Corner Pub at East Main and Race streets. The site has been dormant since 2013, when the pub was destroyed by fire and subsequently demolished. A new $32 million Amtrak passenger train station still is planned for West Main Street at Ann Street. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation would build the new station. And Middletown’s proposed museum of borough history is underway at the former Grosh building at 29 E. Main St. near the square. The Middletown Area Historical Society has obtained the property, a former dentist’s office, and is working to develop it into a museum. This spring and summer, Main Street is undergoing the same type of water and sewer line replacement project that was done along the South Union Street downtown business district in 2014 to lay groundwork for development. The borough is taking further steps: Council approved hiring a Philadelphia consulting firm to draw up proposed new zoning regulations for the downtown and Main Street.
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USE IT OR LOSE IT Got overdue library materials? A judge may throw the book at you By Dan Miller
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Just like a traffic ticket, an unreturned book, DVD or other borrowed library item is going to cost you a lot more by the time a library files charges against you at a district judge’s office. The $123.75 “Doctor Sleep” audiobook that a Middletown woman borrowed from the Middletown library in August ended up costing her a whopping $317.75 – including an Please See LIBRARY, Page A8
Middletown man charged in bank robbery Girlfriend identified him from bank video, police say By Dan Miller Press And Journal Staff
A Middletown man was arrested and charged with trying to rob the Susquehanna Bank in East Donegal Twp., Lancaster County on April 13. According to court documents, the live-in girlfriend of Anthony Jay Osborne told police that Osborne was the suspect after she saw photos of the robber from the bank video surveillance that police released to the media. Middletown police took Osborne, 29, into custody at his residence in the 200 block of Scott Ave. on Friday, April 24 by serving him with bench warrants on unrelated charges that had been brought by state police and Lancaster County authorities. Susquehanna Regional Police charged in court documents that Osborne entered the Susquehanna Bank on River Road around 2:30 p.m. on April 13 and handed a teller a hand-written note that demanded money “so that no one will get hurt.’’ Osborne was arraigned before District Judge Scott E. Albert of Mount Joy and held in York County Prison. He was then transferred to state prison. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for May 19 before Albert.
Thieves recently have gone on shopping sprees using stolen information from credit and debit cards owned by Lower Swatara Twp. residents, township police say. Residents from Lower Swatara found unauthorized charges on their account statements linked to various cards, said Chief Richard Brandt. He said that while residents still had possession of the cards, someone had skimmed the information and used it. In a recent rash of incidents, the cards were used in State College and the surrounding area, Brandt said. In Please See SKIMMED, Page A8
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NEWS Middletown cop saves woman who collapsed The quick actions of a Middletown police officer helped save the life of a borough woman on Saturday, April 18. Police said that Middletown Sgt. Rick Hiester arrived first when a call came in to assist emergency medical responders in the 200 block of W. Main St. Sgt. Hiester Hiester found the 49-year-old woman lying face up on the floor and struggling to breathe. He applied the automated external defibrillator carried in his vehicle and used it to check for a pulse. The device showed no pulse. The AED advised Hiester to administer a shock, followed by cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Middletown volunteer firefighters arrived and helped Hiester give CPR until an ambulance arrived. The woman was taken to Penn State Hershey Medical Center. Her name has not been released.
Borough seeks to convert bulbs in street lights Middletown will seek proposals from companies that are interested in converting the street lights in town to more energy-efficient Light-Emitting Diode (LED) technology. Council’s public works committee in 2014 heard a presentation from one company that said it would guarantee the borough savings if the street lights are converted to LED. However, the borough is legally required to seek proposals from other companies, Councilor Ben Kapenstein said during council’s meeting on Monday, May 4. Council voted unanimously to advertise to seek proposals over the next 30 to 45 days.
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Nancy Moure Nancy Louise Kinsey Moure, 82, of Hummelstown, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Thursday, April 30, at Community General Osteopathic Hospital, Harrisburg. She was born Monday, September 12, 1932 in Harrisburg to the late Galen T. and Dorothy A. Arbogast Kinsey. Nancy was a graduate of Middletown High School and; she retired from Chloe Textiles; she was an avid bowler and loved going to the casino and playing cards with her children and grandchildren; and she was a member of Middletown Moose Family Center 410 Chapter 553, and a huge Washington Redskins and Notre Dame football fan. Most importantly she was a proud and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister who will be deeply missed. She was preceded in death by her former husband Arthur E. Moure in 2012, a son Arthur E. Moure Jr., and four siblings Galen Kinsey Jr., Donna Ricker, Sandra Dengler, and Cindy Carlson. She is survived by three daughters, Vicki L. Via and husband Richard C., Cathy A. Sukley and husband Peter, and Darla K. Via and husband Charles W. II; five grandchildren, Shari Vallati, Stefani Smith and husband Robert, Brian M. Moure, Charles Via III and wife Cara, and Valarie K. Via; six great-grandchildren Robert
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Jr., Hunter, Kaitlyn, Kooper, Carter, and Tyler; two sisters Miriam Bretz, and Ruth Firnhaber; and a niece Gayle Lorraine Geesey. Funeral services were held on Tuesday at Fager-Finkenbinder Funeral Home & Crematory (formerly CobelReber Funeral Home), Middletown, with Pastor Leon Via III officiating. Burial was in Middletown Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in her honor to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 897, Hershey, PA 17033. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.fager-finkenbinder. com.
Donald Hix
Donald L. Hix, 80, of Middletown, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, May 3, at Harrisburg Hospital. For more information, visit our website at www.matinchekanddaughterfuneralhome.com
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Retired Lt Col USAF Joseph C. Balazik, 92, of Hummelstown, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 28, at Hershey Medical Center, Hershey. For more information, visit our website at www.matinchekanddaughterfuneralhome.com.
Betty Phillips
Betty G. Phillips, 89, of Elizabethtown, entered into eternal rest on Thursday April 30, at Hershey Medical Center, Hershey. She was born on February 10, 1926 in Middletown and was the daughter of the late William and Thelma G. Myers Conrad. She was a wonderful homemaker, mother and grandmother and loved caring for her family and grandchildren, and was of the Protestant faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband William E. Phillips in 2014. She is survived by her son Harvey E. Phillips and wife Karin of Middletown; daughters Lynne M. Hess of Linglestown, and Laurie A. Boyer and husband George Jr. of Elizabethtown; seven grandchildren; and five greatgreat-grandchildren. Services and burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Betty’s honor to Hospice of Central Pa., 1320 Linglestown Rd., Harrisburg, PA 17110 The Family has entrusted the care to The Matinchek and Daughter Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., Middletown, to handle the arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to www.matinchekanddaughterfuneralhome.com.
At STEM summit, math and science are fun By Dan Miller
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Sometimes it just takes a phone call. Michele Myers, career coordinator at Middletown Area High School, had heard of Junior Achievement holding big summits at other high schools to promote students pursuing careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics - or “STEM,” the acronym given to the careers. She wanted to know if one could be held in Middletown. She called Junior Achievement, and set in motion a chain of events that led to the first STEM summit in central Pennsylvania, held at MAHS on Thursday, April 30. All day long, the 165 ninth-graders at the high school rotated through seven stations that exposed them to different STEM careers. Before we go further, let’s make one thing clear: This was fun. Students put things together, learned what goes into an electrical circuit, donned a hazardous materials suit, walked on eggs, made insulation and saw the explosive reaction that occurs when certain chemicals are mixed together. They heard real people, including a Middletown graduate, talk about their experience working in STEM fields. All this cost the school district the price to provide breakfast and lunch to about 35 Junior Achievement volunteers, plus the expense to rent some tables. The pay-off is yet to be known, but it could be huge. The summit focuses on ninth-graders, as these students are about to decide on the career path they will pursue in their last three years of high school. “The idea is to get the kids really interested and excited about the science, technology, engineering and mathematics topics,’’ said Rebecca Doumaux, president of Junior Achievement of Central Pennsylvania. “By high school sometimes it tapers off in the interest level. This is an opportunity to re-engage them beyond what the book says. “In chemistry they are talking about polymers bonding and here’s what it looks like and this is what it feels like when the reaction is happening, so they are able to actually experience it and see it in a new and different way,” Doumaux said. The fastest-growing and best-paying careers in the U.S. will be in the STEM jobs, experts say. STEM employment is projected to grow 17 percent between 2008 and 2018, far faster than the 10 percent growth projected for overall employment, according to the STEM Education Coalition. The average annual wage for all STEM occupations was $77,880 as of May 2009, compared to the average of $43,460 for non-STEM occupations, the coalition said. Following Thursday’s summit, the ninth-graders will fill out a survey that the high school will use to see how many of the students want to pursue a STEM career, Myers said. She and others will get with these students to make sure they take the courses that will best prepare them for where they want to go. One Junior Achievement volunteer career presenter, Joshua Silbaugh, told the students he was inspired to become an architect by the drafting classes he was exposed to at Middletown Area High School. He took all the drafting classes that he could. After graduating from MAHS in 2001, Silbaugh got his undergraduate
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Thomas M. Tucker Sr., son of the late Lester and Grace Tucker, passed away surrounded by his family at his home in Middletown, on Monday, April 27, at the age of 83. Tom is survived by his loving wife of nearly 54 years, Barbara A. Ulmer Tucker; his children Thomas M. Tucker Jr. of Muncy Valley, and Timothy A. Tucker of Middletown; his grandchildren Rhiannah Tucker, and Summer Rose Tucker, wife of Sean E. Frailey of Middletown; his greatgranddaughter Aila Rose Frailey; his sister Catherine G. Young of Loomis, Calif.; and his dog Jenny. Tom was an Air Force veteran of Foreign War, and a Verizon retiree. Throughout his life he enjoyed riding his motorcycle, volunteering to help with disaster relief through the American Red Cross, and spending time with his family. In his later years he enjoyed reading, researching his family history, spoiling his dog Jenny with treats and love, and playing with his great-grandaughter Aila Rose. Graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family at Middletown Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Evangelical United Methodist Church, 157 E. Water St., Middletown, PA 17057. Rest in peace, Tom. Your suffering is finally over, and you are going to a better place. We love you. The family has entrusted the care to Matinchek and Daughter Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., Middletown, to handle the arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to www.matinchekanddaughterfuneralhome.com.
Chief Warrant Officer CW4, Retired, John H. Calaman, of New Cumberland, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 30, at M. S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey. For more information, visit our website at www. matinchekanddaughterfuneralhome. com.
Theresa Davis
Theresa H. Davis, 96, of Middletown, passed away on Sunday, April 19. Born September 17, 1918, in Bainbridge, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Hannah Ely. Theresa graduated from Bainbridge High School in 1936. She worked for the Grant Co., McCrory’s, and retired from Kinetic Co. She was a member of American Legion Auxiliary, and a 50 year member of Women of the Moose. She is survived by her daughters Carolyn Potter, and Patricia Davis; son Grant Davis Jr; 12 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and two greatgreat-grandchildren. Services will be private. Arrangements by Cremation Society of Pennsylvania Inc.
Barbara Bingaman
Barbara A. Bingaman, 70, of Harrisburg, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 28, at Hershey Medical Center. For more information, visit our website at www.matinchekanddaughterfuneralhome.com.
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Students marvel at the insulation they made. degree in architecture from the University of Maryland. He went on to get his master’s from Syracuse University. A lot of Silbaugh’s Syracuse classmates landed high-paying jobs in New York. But competition in the Big Apple was cut-throat, and most were out of work in a year. Silbaugh chose to return home, where he and his wife both had family. While still at MAHS, Silbaugh had interned for Gannett Fleming, a global engineering firm based on the West Shore. The company was happy to take him back as part of the firm’s small cadre of architects. Today Silbaugh does everything from work on a $9 million church with marble finishes all over, to inspecting tunnels in St. Louis. “The best idea we will give you as a panel is to love what you do,” Silbaugh told the students.
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NOTICE Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary on the Estate of Ruth E. Long, Deceased, late of Conewago Township, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, have been granted to the undersigned Executrix. All persons therefore indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having just claims will please present the same, duly authenticated, for settlement, without delay. Jean E. Long, 219 Long Road, Palmyra, PA 17078 - Executrix; Gerald J. Brinser - Attorney. 4/22-3T #146 www.publicnoticepa.com
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NOTICE is hereby given that Highspire Borough Authority will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. in the conference room at the Borough Hall, 640 Eshelman Street, Highspire, PA 17034. Robert L. Gross Chief Clerk 5/6-1T #152 www.publicnoticepa.com
ESTATE NOTICE Letters Testamentary on the Estate of Ruth E. Hershey, Deceased, late of Middletown, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, having been granted to the undersigned, all persons indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate payments, and those having claims will present them for settlement to: Edith Fay Horting 2593 East Harrisburg Pike Middletown, PA 17057
John S. Davidson, Esquire YOST & DAVIDSON 320 West Chocolate Avenue P.O. Box 437 Hershey, PA 17033 4/29-3T #150 www.publicnoticepa.com
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Sat., May 9 • 7 a.m.-noon, rain or shine. Multiple families with “good stuff!” Camping gear, patio furn., tires, dresser, home gym equip (treadmill & bike), clothing, ceiling fan, electric fishing motor, yard tools, garden items, toys, games and much more! Dir: Spring Garden Dr./Constitution Dr. intersection.
GARAGE SALE
Sat., May 2 & Sat., May 9 • 8 a.m.-? 1305 Longview Dr., Middletown Contents of house and garage for sale. Tools, welder, pool table, 12’ inflatable boat, racing go-karts, Harley Davidson Chopper, pop-up camper, electric stove, glass-top dinette set, Xbox with games and more. For more information, Contact Barry at 717-439-0242.
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REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS On or about May 15, 2015 the County of Dauphin will submit a request to HUD for the release of Community Development Block Grant Funds under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended (CDBG-DR), to undertake the following project:
Serving Central Pennsylvania since 1974
Proposals Accepted REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
The Middletown Borough Industrial and Commercial Development Authority ("MBICDA") requests the submission of proposals for the lease or purchase and redevelopment of the tract of land located on the southwest corner of S. Union and W. Emaus Street in the Borough of Middletown, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, upon which is located the Elks Theatre Building ("Elks Theatre") and the other retail space. MBICDA is seeking the introduction of a commercial and/or not-for-profit development focusing on the entertainment/arts, recreation, retail and/or culinary activities that are open to the public. MBICDA is flexible in terms of the specific type of development, though respondents must respect the existing land-use when submitting proposals.The primary goal is the revitalization of the Elks Theatre. The MBICDA is also attempting to generate interest in the leasing and development of the adjoining commercial space.
5/6-3T #153 www.publicnoticepa.com
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The two projects involve the replacement of the following structures in the Borough of Highspire, which were damaged by the flooding resulting from Tropical Storm Lee.: Market Street Bridge: The Market Street Bridges Replacement project is located along Market Street between Iron Avenue and Lumber Street. Burd Run flows in a northeast to southwest direction through the project area and is conveyed under Market Street by a culvert. The existing culvert is in failing condition, with scour at the upstream end and erosion of the stream bank at the outlet being of significant concern. The proposed project includes the replacement of the failing concrete arch culvert with a precast concrete box culvert and precast end sections. The proposed culvert will have R-6 rock protection and a grouted R-6 rock cutoff wall at both the inlet and outlet ends, with additional R-6 rock placed along the bank for erosion protection. The culvert will be embedded one foot below the existing water elevation to allow for natural deposition of streambed material in the culvert. Drainage facilities will be replaced to provide positive drainage around the structure. An 18-inch corrugated metal pipe (CMP) located in the northeast quadrant of the project will be replaced with a 15-inch thermoplastic pipe, and an 18-inch pipe connecting an inlet in the northwest quadrant to an inlet in the southwest quadrant will be replaced with a 15-inch pipe. The limit of disturbance (LOD) for the proposed project is 0.20 acres. There will not be any negative impact on the Burd Run flood plain. The HUD Flood Plain Management 8 Step Decision Making Process was followed. Jury Street Bridge: The Jury Street Bridge Replacement project is located along Jury Street between Bank Alley and Race Street. Laurel (Buser) Run flows in a north to south direction through the project area and Jury Street crosses the stream via the proposed bridge replacement. The proposed project includes the in-kind replacement of a T-beam concrete bridge with a precast concrete box culvert. The existing structure is in poor condition, with scour a significant concern along with deterioration of the concrete deck and beams. The bridge is currently closed to traffic due to its deteriorated condition. The proposed culvert will have R-6 rock protection and a grouted R-6 rock cutoff wall at both the inlet and outlet ends. The culvert will be embedded one foot below the existing water elevation to allow for natural deposition of streambed material in the culvert. The proposed waterway opening will match the existing opening and the existing roadway geometry will be matched. Additionally, existing drainage pipes and a sewer line will be replaced in-kind. An inlet and 18-inch pipe in the southwest quadrant and 18-inch pipe in the southeast quadrant will be replaced in-kind. The existing terra cotta sewer line is encased in concrete and crosses through the existing streambed. The replacement sewer line will be the same diameter, using ductile iron pipe, with a reduction in width for the concrete encasement. The existing concrete encasement is substandard and resulted in exposure of the pipe over time. The proposed concrete encasement will include welded wire fabric and additional cover for the concrete which will provide for proper long-term protection of the pipe. The limit of disturbance (LOD) for the proposed project is 0.21 acres. There will not be any negative impact on the Laurel (Buser) Run flood plain. The HUD Flood Plain Management 8 Step Decision Making Process was followed.
Letters Testamentary on the Estate of Miriam Worthy a/k/a Miriam E. Worthy, date of death April 1, 2015, late of Middletown Borough, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania having been granted to the undersigned, all persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make immediate payment and those having claims will present them for settlement without delay to: Jody L. Worthy, Executor c/o Pannebaker & Mohr, P.C. 4000 Vine Street, Suite 101 Middletown, PA 17057 4/29-3T #147 www.publicnoticepa.com
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Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary on the Estate of Theresa B. Pizzingrilli, Deceased, late of Derry Township, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, have been granted to the undersigned Executor. All persons therefore indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having just claims will please present the same, duly authenticated, for settlement, without delay. John P. Bryan, 257 Townhouse, Briarcrest, Hershey, PA 17033– Executor; Gerald J. Brinser – Attorney. 4/29-3T #149 www.publicnoticepa.com
Total Estimated Project Cost: $365,000; CDBG-DR Estimated Funding: $365,000. RECORDS AvAILABILITy Additional information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) that documents the environmental determinations (Categorically Excluded from NEPA but requiring compliance with one or more of the related federal laws at 24CFR58.5) for the above listed projects is available at the Dauphin County Economic Development Corporation, 112 Market Street, 7th Floor, Harrisburg, PA 17101 and may be examined or copied, upon request, weekdays 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENTS Any individual, group or agency disagreeing with the County of Dauphin’s determinations or wishing to comment on the project may submit written comments to the Dauphin County Economic Development Corporation, 112 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101. All comments received by May 14, 2015 will be considered by the County of Dauphin prior to authorizing submission of a Request for Release of Funds. ENvIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION and RELEASE of FUNDS The County of Dauphin certifies to HUD that Jeff Haste, in his capacity as Chairman, Dauphin County Board of Commissioners, consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities, and allows the County of Dauphin to use Program funds. OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS HUD will consider objections to its release of funds and the County of Dauphin’s certification received by a period of fifteen days from its receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following basis: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer or other officer of the County of Dauphin approved by HUD; (b) the (RE) has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58; (c) the grant recipient or other participants in the development process have committed funds or incurred costs not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD; or (d) another Federal agency action pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58) and shall be addressed to HUD, Director, Community Planning and Development, HUD Philadelphia State Office, 100 Penn Square East, Philadelphia, PA 19107. Potential objectors should contact HUD to verify the actual last day of the objection period.
NOTICE LETTERS of Testamentary FOR the Estate of Denise E. Jenkins, deceased, late of Middletown Borough, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, having been granted to the undersigned, all persons indebted to the Estate are requested to make immediate payment and those having claims against the Estate are requested to present them for settlement without delay to: Shannon A. Carey 401 Conewago St. Middletown, PA 17057 Or to: William L. Adler, Esquire 4949 Devonshire Road Harrisburg PA 17109 4/22-3T #143 www.publicnoticepa.com
Jeffrey T. Haste Chairman Dauphin County Board of Commissioners 5/6-1T #151DC www.publicnoticepa.com
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This Notice shall satisfy procedural requirements for a Request For Release Of Funds for activities to be undertaken by the County of Dauphin.
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Responsible Entity (RE): Jeffrey T. Haste, Chairman (Certifying Officer) Dauphin County Board of Commissioners (Responsible Entity) P.O. Box 1295 2 South 2nd Street Harrisburg, PA 17108
The proposed activities will enhance public health and safety for the residents, businesses and emergency responders; decrease maintenance costs to the Borough; and enhance the natural environments of both Burd Run and Laurel (Buser) Run;
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NOTICE LETTERS Administration FOR the Estate of John Korn, deceased, late of Lower Paxton Township, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, having been granted to the undersigned, all persons indebted to the Estate are requested to make immediate payment and those having claims against the Estate are requested to present them for settlement without delay to:
Preparer Agency: Dauphin County Economic Development Corporation Attn: George Connor 112 Market Street, 7th Floor Harrisburg, PA 17101 (717) 780-6250
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Kyle Hoyt, Jake O’Donnell, Jason O’Donnell, Ian Hess and Garrett Little are excited to see the Statue of Liberty.
For Londonderry scouts, trips to NYC, Carlisle teach lessons about citizenship New York, N.Y. is a wonderful town – and Boy Scouts from Londonderry Twp.’s Troop 97 visited the Big Apple to tour historic sites recently. Joined by scouts from Troop 203 of Hershey, they visited the Statue of Liberty, taking a ferry from Battery Park to Liberty Island. They visited the museum in the statue’s base, then climbed the statue itself. The lesson that day: How the statue is a universal symbol of freedom and democracy and how hundreds of thousands of immigrants migrated to the U.S. to enjoy those liberties. The Scouts then visited the 9/11 Memorial sand the 9-11 Memorial Museum in Manhattan. Many of the exhibits were moving and emotional, telling the story of loss and recovery of life as a result of the attacks from the Islamic extremist group al-Qaeda. For some, it was difficult to comprehend how the steel beams of the World Trade Towers could be twisted into the shape of corkscrews. Viewing the personal effects of the 3,000 people who perished that day was overwhelming for many. The scouts returned and took another trip – the Mechanicsburg site of the Battle of Sporting Hill, a Civil War skirmish between Confederate and Union soldiers on June 30, 1863. Scouts visited the foundation of the old stone barn where more than a dozen Confederate soldiers died from cannon fire. The next stop: Sky Zone, a trampoline park in Mechanicsburg, for an animated game of dodgeball between the scouts and leaders. After the dodgeball game, it was on to the Army Heritage Trail and Museum in Carlisle. The trail took them through all of the wars that the U.S. has participated in during the last 200 years. The scouts participated in drills with a drill sergeant, did target shooting on a rifle range and experienced the weight of backpacks full of gear. They also climbed into a simulated parachute as though they were dropping into enemy territory, and hid in simulated Korean War bunkers while under attack. The scouts were fascinated by the individual explosive devices (IEDs) that have been taunting our soldiers in Afghanistan. It gave them a new respect for military service personnel and helped them to understand that freedom truly isn’t free. The trips helped the scouts earn requirements towards their Citizenship of the Nation merit badge. In between trips, the scouts helped clean tables and serve dinners at the Londonderry Fire Company fish fries and rolled candy eggs at Geyers United Methodist Church. First Class Scout Ben Spangenberg logged more than 50 community service hours in only seven weeks for the fire company and church. The scouts have more adventures on the way. Upcoming events include the Londonderry May Fair, where they will demonstrate camping and pioneering skills, a whitewater rafting camp-out in the Poconos, summer camp at Camp Rodney along the Chesapeake Bay in Maryland and the Guppy Gulch and Black Rock Retreat high adventure camp-outs in Delta, York County and Quarryville, respectively. For more information about Troop 97, readers may call Kevin Little at 717-944-1957. The troop is sponsored by the Londonderry Fire Company.
Life Scout Justin Mills tries to land his parachute safely while dodging enemy fire in a simulated exhibit at the Army Heritage Museum in Carlisle.
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Wednesday, May 6, 2015 -A-5
HIGHSPIRE HAPPENINGS
with Tom Herald
First Trip to Hershey, excerpt from May 19, 1993 column Seeing recent news reports of about opening day crowds at Hersheypark brought back memories of many happy summer days. Do you remember that not many years ago it took a bit more effort to spend a day at Chocolate Town’s amusement park, as it was known then. In the 1930s and 1940s, the family car or truck, if there was one, wasn’t always available and a much longer and more interesting route to Hershey was taken by many folks. I recall a special Saturday, a summer day more than 40 years ago, when Mother and I got up quite early and caught the bus at Crescent and Second Streets in town. We rode to Harrisburg’s Market Square, where we got off and walked to the Alva Restaurant. Mother always believed you should start the day with a good breakfast and the Alva was one of her favorite spots. We entered the busy Pennsylvania Railroad Station. I remember the trainman calling out, “York, Baltimore and Washington, Track Four.” We descended a staircase and walked through a tunnel that took us to the old Reading Railroad Terminal on Market Street, where the postal building is now located. I recall the terminal as being sort of large and somewhat gloomy with big high backed oak pew waiting benches. But, in no time at all, the stationmaster called, “All aboard!” and we walked through some tall metal gates and out onto the platform, boarding the train for Hershey and all points east. In minutes, we passed through the bustling Rutherford Yards and then across the Swatara Creek, on through Hummelstown. All too quickly we stopped at Hershey, the wonderful smell of chocolate in the air. We climbed a staircase and you could hear those familiar sounds of the park: laughter, music and machinery clanking away. After a short walk we boarded the little narrow gauge train that girded the park. Traveling around the outside edge we could see the old Starlight Ballroom and the wonderful giant swimming pool. Thus began a wonderful daylong stay in that land of fantasy and make-believe. There was no admission fee in those days. Mother would never get on the roller coaster, but she was game for the whip. We both loved the mill shoot with its watery splash at the end of the dark tunnel. We would sip lemonade and laugh with the funhouse lady perched above our heads near the bridge by the carousel. A part of these visits was always having our photo taken in the little booth at the arcade; it was only a quarter for four silly poses. Lunch was always French fries with lots of ketchup. Afternoons were spent listening to the band in the old shell on the hillside where there was lots of shade. When the night lights came on it was time to ride the carousel in its old building by the creek. After cotton candy, ice cream, hot dogs, etc… it would be time to start for home. It’s hard to recall the ride going home; I suppose I slept most of the way. What a long, roundabout route to travel those few miles as the crow flies. But no matter how late or how tired, I was up bright and early for Sunday school the next morning.
. When the night lights came on it was time to ride the carousel in its old building by the creek There is an old saying: “Each time you ride a carousel, you add a day to your life.” What a happy thought, far better than pills or tonics. Railroad Circa 1895, excerpt from June 21, 1994 It is a historical fact that the combination of the Susquehanna River, the Pennsylvania Canal, the Turnpike (Second Street/Route 230) and the Penn Central Railroad had a great influence in the development of our community. The old “bird’s eye” view 1879 map of Highspire clearly shows the commerce in progress on these arteries in that era around 115 years ago. On the river there are boaters pictured: fishermen, passengers and raftsmen. Steam engines are seen pulling passenger cars and freight trains, on the railroad. Pedestrians are seen on the streets along with horse drawn hacks, carts, and all manner of wagons. Mules and horses are seen towing barges loaded with coal, produce and passengers. Those were the days when east west streets like Mill, Race, Commerce, Railroad and Lumber ran straight to the river’s edge. The railroad did not follow the riverbank then as it does today and there was no high line (pas-
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senger) and low line (freight). The rails traversed a somewhat different route lying between Water and Front Streets. In addition there was a spur line running across Second Street below Lumber. This spur serviced a log pond and sawmill located on land which is now our Borough Park athletic field. While the old map clearly shows a combination passenger depot, post office, telegraph express office and separate freight office at the Railroad and Front streets, we have only vague knowledge of what these buildings were really like. At the recent museum open house Jack Cunningham, former resident of Cornell Drive, Camp Hill, presented the Historical Society with a very rare photo of old Highspire. Pictured is the original passenger station with eight local workmen posed on the broad steps. Seated on the middle of the stairs is Jack’s grandfather, at a young age and holding a broom, he was born around 1867-70. Curtin (Shorty) Coble, a Highspire native, lived until 1941. The work crew of men pictured are all holding either pitchforks, pick axes or shovels, etc. All are dressed in work clothes with straw hats and suspenders, clearly taking a break from a hard day’s labor. The architectural detail pictured in the sepia-toned photo is clear and very interesting. There are wooden shutters, Philadelphia siding and scalloped bargeboards at the eaves. The building is reminiscent of those still existing in Mount Gretna. Of special interest is the attractive turn of the century sign proclaiming Highspire in capital letters. To the left, “To Pittsburgh, 254 Miles,” to the right, “To Philadelphia, 98 Miles.” The community is very grateful to Jack Cunningham for this revealing glimpse into the past. The Highspire Historical Society will preserve this fine old photo in its extremely attractive marbleized wood frame for future generations.
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Star Scout Christopher Kiessling sees how the New York City skyline has changed since 9/11. The new One World Trade Center catches the morning sun as it stands out prominently in lower Manhattan.
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School District and local community leaders. According to Sharonn L. Williams, a learning support teacher at Feaser and a member of the Expo planning committee, CARES is trying to bring school and home closer together by strengthening the partnership between them. Williams noted that Expo attendees will be free to collect literature from participating organizations as well as take part in scheduled film presentations and discussion groups. To encourage involvement, some of the activities will be offered only to specific groups, such as teens or parents. Other events will allow parents and children to interact.
‘CARES’ Expo To Show Off Groups That Really Care A unique opportunity to receive aid and information from a variety of area organizations will take place next Tuesday, May 12, at the George W. Feaser Middle School in Middletown. The first “School and Home Awareness Expo,” organized by Middletown CARES (Community Assistance Resources Effort & Support), will offer information booths, seminars and workshops on a wide assortment of topics, ranging from communicating with your teenager to domestic violence. Groups expected to participate in the event include WomenCare of Harrisburg Hospital, Gaudenzia, the YWCA and YMCA, the South-Central AIDS Assistance Network, Alcoholics Anonymous, the Harrisburg Institute of Psychology, Hershey Medical Center and many more. Conceived as an organization which can lead local residents to “the wealth of support services available to them in the greater Harrisburg area,” CARES is a collaboration between students and teachers of the Middletown Area
Students Schools, Computers New Program In Schools Applauded By Teachers, Parents, Pupils, Officials Middletown Area School District’s “technology program” was recently credited by teachers, students and administrators alike for creating tremendous interest in a science which will catapult today’s youngsters into the next century: the computer. Program coordinator Mary Bigelow offered a status report on her brainchild during a recent School Board meeting, telling officials that Middletown stu-
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and appreciative.” Presenting the programs also influences the members of ODE. Umble believes that positive responses from the younger children “reinforced the other students’ commitment to be drug-free.” Township Bulks At Request To Purchase New Police Cruiser Spring may be the traditional time to buy a new car, but the urge wasn’t strong enough Monday night to convince the Mt. Joy Township supervisor’s to spend almost $14,000 for a new police cruiser. Not yet, anyway. The decision to table the matter came after members of the Township Board questioned the wisdom of buying a new cruiser until more information regarding the need for a new addition to the Township police fleet is obtained. The proposal to purchase a 1991 Chevrolet Caprice cruiser at a cost of $13,968 came in the form of a motion to transfer money from an unallocated balance in the Township capital outlay fund to cover the cost of the purchase. The car was to have been obtained from Warnock Chevrolet in East Hanover, N.J. But Chairman Harold Musser and Supervisor Harvey Nauss both questioned the advisability of buying a “leftover” model, despite a professed low price on the car. Once the issue was raised other concerns were aired about the actual need for a new cruiser and a general feeling developed that consideration of the matter should be postponed until some of those issues were discussed further. The Board accordingly voted, 3-0, to table the matter for further review. Prices From 23 Years Ago Mother’s Day Cake......... $4.99/each Banana Silk Cream Pies.. $4.98/each Sealtest Ice Cream ½ gal..........$2.29 Mott’s Apple Juice 64 oz. btl................................$1.79 Fab Laundry Detergent 42 oz. box..............................$3.78 County Line String Cheese 8 oz. pkg................................$1.99 Snow Crab Clusters........... $2.99/lb. Country Time Lemonade 8 qt. can.................................$2.34 Apples and Yams................ $2.29/lb. Pillsbury Toaster Strudel 11.5 oz. pkg...........................$1.59 Weaver Chicken Croquettes 23 oz. box..............................$2.99 Healthy Choice Lunch Meats 6 oz. pkg..........$1.89 Pork Spare Ribs................. $1.88/lb. Kosher Turkey....................... 79¢/lb.
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Lower Swatara Twp. Police News Following is a compilation of reports from the Lower Swatara Twp. Police Department. Please be aware all those charged/cited are presumed innocent unless proven otherwise in a court of law.
Terroristic threats charge Jeremy M. Hoffman, 38, of the first block of Rosanna St., Hummelstown, was charged with terroristic threats, public drunkenness, criminal mischief and loitering following an incident at 12:01 a.m. on April 21 outside a residence in the 200 block of Fiddlers Elbow Road, police report. Hoffman stood outside the home and repeatedly threatened two people inside, and ripped a screen door off the entrance to the home, police said. Hoffman was taken to the Dauphin County Judicial Center and arraigned before District Justice Michael Smith. Hoffman was held in Dauphin County Prison in lieu of $100,000 bond, according to court records. Police said a background check
showed Hoffman was on probation for prior offenses. Another man, Brian Brandt, 35, of the first block of W. Main St., Hummelstown, pleaded guilty to a citation for public drunkenness in connection with the incident, police said. Brandt accompanied Hoffman to the Lower Swatara Twp. residence and was arrested, police said. A preliminary hearing for Hoffman is set for May 20 before Smith. A 16-year-old resident was charged with terroristic threats, possession of drug paraphernalia and harassment after he was involved in an altercation with relatives at a home in the first block of Wayne Ave. on April 21, police report.
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DUI charges Justin E. White, 35, of the 300 block of S. Second St., Steelton, was charged with DUI, DUI-highest rate of alcohol and disregarding lanes of traffic, police report. White was stopped at 2:04 a.m. on Vine Street at Caravan Court after the 1994 Toyota Camry he was driving veered onto the shoulder of the road, police said. White was taken into custody and blood was drawn to test for the possible presence of intoxicants, police said. Results of the tests were not reported. A preliminary hearing is set for June 3 before District Judge Michael Smith.
Shelby A. Linton-Keddie, 37, of the 2000 block of Marietta Ave., Lancaster, was charged with DUI, DUIhighest rate of alcohol and opening a door unsafely, police report. Linton-Keddie was the driver of a 2003 Honda Del Sol that was found parked in the 800 block of S. Eisenhower Blvd. at 2:51 a.m. on April 10, police said. Blood was drawn to be tested for the possible presence of intoxicants, police said. Results of the tests were not reported. A preliminary hearing is set for May 27 before District Judge Michael Smith.
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Council OK’s purchase of Handley home By Dan Miller
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on Council voted 5-3 ecoMiddletown Borough to allow the borough’s Monday, Nov. 17 authority to spend $150,000 nomic development acquire the home of Counplus closing costs to 128 W. Emaus St. at ial cilor Tom Handley Industrial and Commerc The Middletown has said that Handley’s Development Authority properties the authority way the house is among several clear demolish to wants to acquire and Street to West Main Street. for extending Emaus er McNamara said [West] Council President Christoph the south side of that “everything on targeted by been has Emaus to Wood [Street]” . borough the authority for acquisition Curry III said the By Mayor James H. the properties at once. should acquire all the authority intends has making public the $150,000 house, the borough to pay for Handley’s of the owners of the other strengthened the hand acquire. authority hopes to properties that the up,” referring to the sales went just “My price , Curry said. of price of the other properties a, who also is a member McNamar to Replied that to the ICDA and the authority, “I leave in real estate.” can those with experience whether the authority the Council’s vote on was necessary because using a spend the money buy Handley’s househas with authority plans to credit the borough $3 million line of auPNC Bank. the PNC line by the the All drawdowns from since to council approval, power. thority are subject the borough’s taxing credit is backed by Page A8 Please See HOUSE,
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By Dan Miller Staff Press And Journal on Nov. 19, 1964, ifty years ago today, forever. Middletown changed of Defense On that day, Secretary announced that the Robert McNamara the Olmsted Air Force Pentagon would close n. Base in Middletow it is difficult to then, alive ent. Unless you were of that announcem comprehend the impact facts. n in Consider just a few military installatio Olmsted was the biggest all of Pennsylvania. the town’s largest employThe base by far was
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of journalists. The foundation announced the winners, who will be honored for their accomplishments at a banquet at The Wyndham Gettysburg on Saturday, May 30. Peers from the Michigan Press Association judged the awards, given in a variety of categories. About 4,200 entries from 133 newspapers that serve Pennsylvania competed for awards. The Press And Journal competed against other newspapers in Division VI, which is comprised of publications with a circulation of 5,000 to 9,999. NEWS Page designer Margie Smith, creative director Julianna Sukle and editor Jim Lewis won a first-place award front page design for the front pages of three 2014 editions of the Press And Journal. Staff writer Dan Miller won a first-place award in the news feature story category for his package
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Council suspends electric shutoffs for the winter
who are Middletown residentselectric bill behind in paying their shutoff will not have their electricity over the winter. Council Middletown Borough Nov. 17 to voted 9-0 on Monday, from suspend electricity shutoffs now until the end of March. suspension The time period for the shutoff no the is consistent with utilities that period imposed upon ia are regulated by the Pennsylvan Utility Commission. elecsuspended had The borough Last June, trical shutoffs in 2013. the shutcouncil voted to reinstate estimated offs to try to collect an bills. electric unpaid in $340,000
Rape charge against student sent to court
student A Penn State Harrisburg rape of charged with the attempted charges another student saw the to Dauphin against him bound over judge. County Court by a district charged Yufan Yan, 19, is also simple with unlawful restraint,assault. He assault and indecent charges was ordered to face the preliminary in county court after a , Nov. 12 hearing on WednesdayDavid Judy. before District Judge complaint According to a criminal Yan filed by Middletown police, the victim, a allegedly tried to rapein her apart24-year-old woman, Pineford in ment in the Village of lived in PineSeptember. Yan also said. ford at the time, police
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$300 resident reported a A Lower Swatara Twp. missing after it was left down semiautomatic handgun unlocked, windows in a car with the doors according to Police and keys in the ignition, actuChief Richard Brandt. the last time someone that it “I can’t remember Brandt said, admitting ally broke in a car,” nearly as often as thieves not just – cars. does happen s to items in unlocked thefts helping themselve suspects in prior cars When police questioned admit that they check took from cars, the suspects said. Two thieves Brandt doors, from for unlocked among a rash of thefts handguns in October unlocked, in the township. cars, all of which were their cars, they wouldn’t “If people would lock said. go in them,” Brandt thefts reported in many While there have beenRosedale and Shope Garsaid. areas of the township, Brandt targets, in Sepdens appear to be particular frequently reported Thefts were more he said. tember and October, a Glock .40 caliber amAnother resident reported valued at $600 and semiautomatic pistol July 31 from a locked car munition were stolen Page A8 Please See GUNS,
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of stories on the 50th anniversary of the Pentagon’s announcement that it would close the Olmsted Air Force Base, and change Middletown forever. The stories appeared in our Nov. 19, 2014 edition – exactly 50 years to the day that Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara made the announcement. Lewis won a first-place award for sports event coverage for his story on the Middletown Area High School girls’ basketball team’s loss to West Perry in the first round of the District 3 playoffs in February 2014. Sukle won an honorable mention for her graphic illustration for a December 2014 story on Royalton’s repeal of borough gun laws in the wake of a new state law that gave outside gun rights groups legal standing to challenge local gun rules. Lewis won an honorable mention in headline writing for a series of headlines from 2014. Former staff writer Noelle Barrett, who now works for Dauphin County’s Children and Youth Services, won a first-place award in the sports Reporter Dan Miller won story category for her story a first-place award in the on Anthony Wright, a former news feature story category Steelton-Highspire High School for his stories on the 50th basketball player who scored anniversary of the Pentagon’s his landmark 1,000th point. Her announcement that Olmsted story appeared on the front page Air Force Base would be of the Feb. 19, 2014 edition of closed. the Press And Journal.
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LaVonne Ackerman • 1438 Old Reliance Road, 939-5584 • LaVonneAck@comcast.net Welcome, May! Who doesn’t love this merry month of May? We increasingly look forward to warmer weather, but not too hot! I remember a “not nice” May, maybe 18, 19 years ago.I remember it well because our daughter did only one year of T-ball and that was the coldest, rawest May I ever experienced. The wind whipped around, the sun hid. It rained and was, seemingly, always cold. Let’s hope this May is much better. It is Teacher Appreciation Week. National Teacher Day was actually Tuesday, May 5. This is a wonderful time to jot a note to your teacher, or teachers, letting them know how much you value them. Let them know how they impact you and tell them thank you! I am a substitute teacher for all the Middletown schools, I can tell you that we have a tremendous amount of excellent, caring teachers. They really care about our kids. Support them with gratitude and kindness! This weekend is Mother’s Day. At my house we are going to be celebrating our son Daniel’s graduation from Liberty University. I know many of you are also attending such ceremonies. Congrats to all the new grads and best wishes in your very bright future. And Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there! I hope your Sunday, May 10 is enriched with love and joy. Let me know your news to share, and have a wonderful week. A spring poem “May and June. Soft syllables, gentle names for the two best months in the garden year: cool, misty mornings gently burned away with a warming spring sun, followed by breezy afternoons and chilly nights. The discussion of philosophy is over; it’s time for work to begin.” – Peter Loewer Birthdays Belated birthday wishes are sent to Rachelle Miller of Highspire. She turned 11 on Sunday, April 26. Also wishing belated greetings of joy to Austin Wolf of Lower Swatara Twp. His 11th cake day was Thursday, April 30. I hope you both enjoyed your special days! Lavina Balliet of Lower Swatara celebrates her 11th cake and ice cream day on Wednesday, May 6. Hoping your razzle-dazzle birthday is the best yet. Jerrod Myers hits No. 15 on Wednesday, May 6. Let it be wonderful in all ways possible, Jarrod. Here is a shout-out to Trevor Bower of Lower Swatara: Happy 23rd cake day to you! Have a terrific Wednesday, May 6. Alex Mosher of Lower Swatara celebrates his last teener birthday on Wednesday, May 6. Enjoy turning 19, Alex. Happy Sweet 16 birthday to Matthew Mattes of Lower Swatara. His honk-beep-honk day is Wednesday, May 6. Have a blast, Matt! Happy balloon-flying day to Leslie Hughes of Lower Swatara. I hope your Thursday, May 7 birthday is extra-special this year. Janel Tomalis of Lower Swatara observes her frosty-filled day on Friday, May 8. Best wishes to you, Janel, for a fantastic weekend of celebration. Mary Lou Witmer gets to celebrate her Friday, May 8 birthday all weekend long. Hoping it is full of sunshine, fun and good friends. Happy birthday!
Max Yurovich of Lower Swatara will blow out five candles atop of his birthday cake on Friday, May 8. I hope you get lots of treats and hugs, Max! Happy 20th super-duper-dazzling birthday to Elaine Chubb of Lower Swatara on Saturday, May 9. Enjoy the entire weekend. Best wishes and lots of love to my daughter, Jayme Ackerman, as she celebrates her big 25th birthday watching her brother graduate from college on Saturday, May 9. We will celebrate you as well, Jay! Tyler Brennan of Lower Swatara marks his 23rd me-holiday on Sunday, May 10. Enjoy the sunshine, Tyler. Cole Worthing of Lower Swatara celebrates No. 23 on Sunday, May 10. Best wishes for a super-fabulous day, Cole. Hey, Jenna Alford of Lower Swatara! Hope your 12th sparkles and glitter day is sensational on Sunday, May 10. Bob Clouser Jr. of Middletown observes his rootin’ tootin’ have-aball day on Sunday, May 10. May 57 really great things happen to you this week, Bob. Connor Wallett of Lower Swatara will hear the birthday song on Sunday, May 10. Have a super 17th confettipopping day, Connor. Happy birthday to Bob Wierman of Lower Swatara. Wishing you a day full of smiles and surprises on Monday, May 11. Hey, Olivia Clouser of Middletown! Have a magical birthday celebration on Tuesday, May 12 as you turn 7! Josh Hurley of Lower Swatara celebrates turning 19 on Tuesday, May 12. Enjoy your last teen year, Josh. Linda Hammaker marks her special day of sunshine and smiles on Tuesday, May 12. Happy birthday to you. Ken Romberger of Lower Swatara will hear the birthday song on Tuesday, May 12. Many blessings to you, Ken, If you see Patrick Green out and about in Lower Swatara on Tuesday, May 12, be sure to give this great guy a loud and jolly happy birthday shout. Best wishes to Alexis Fischer of Middletown on Tuesday, May 12. May your 14th birthday celebration week be terrific! Anniversaries Happy 32nd anniversary to Don and Cindy Bowers of Lower Swatara. Hoping your romantic heart day is terrific on Thursday, May 7. Kimber and Debbie Latsha of Lower Swatara mark their special heart day on Saturday, May 9. Happy 34th anniversary, folks! Happy 41st anniversary to Tom and Janice Williams of Lower Swatara. Wow! Congrats and best wishes for a wonderful Monday, May 11th. “One Nation’’ Here is an excerpt from Dr. Ben Carson’s book, “One Nation”: “The basic elements necessary to become an informed citizen are readily available in the public school systems, but unfortunately some people do not pay attention in school, and 30 percent of those who enter U.S. high schools do not graduate...Many things posted on the Internet are simply opinions presented as facts and it is important to cross-reference information several times before accepting them.” Township meetings The following meetings will be held
at the Lower Swatara Twp. municipal building on Spring Garden Drive: • Lower Swatara Twp. Recreation Board, 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6. • Lower Swatara Twp. Board of Commissioners, 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6 and Wednesday, May 20. • Lower Swatara Twp. Municipal Authority, 7 p.m. on Monday, May 18. • Lower Swatara Twp. Planning Commission, 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 28. Suppertime A roast beef dinner, including mashed potatoes, green beans, applesauce, roll, beverage and dessert, will be held on Monday, May 18 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. (or until sold out) at Evangelical United Methodist Church, 157 E. Water St., Middletown. All are welcome. Tickets are available at the door. For more information, call 717-944-6181.
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DEALING WITH EMERGENCIES Council limits role of mayor in disasters By Daniel Walmer Press And Journal Staff
an ordiMiddletown Borough Council has approved emergency nance limiting the mayor’s role in managing Dec. 17. Tuesday, operations by a 6-0 vote at a meeting on had threatened Mayor Robert Reid to veto the ordinance because he believes the change is unnecessary – but he said he would allow the ordinance to become law. The ordinance stems from a recommendation of a task force that was commissioned by council to investigate the borough’s emergency response to flooding caused by Tropical Storm Lee in September 2011. Robert Reid Task force chairman John Patten, a No mayoral veto borough resident and former councilor who has served as emergency has said it will coordinator for the Joint Chiefs of Staff, by empowerimprove the borough’s emergency response to maintain his non-emergency manager borough the ing emergencies. role of directing staff operations during however, Council President Christopher McNamara, will have on the minimized the effect the ordinance borough manager balance of power between the mayor, coordinator. and emergency management remains “The emergency management coordinator an emergency is the same – he has full control when take away the declared,” McNamara said. “It doesn’t power of the mayor.” a “direct remove to The ordinance’s primary purpose is
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Middletown Borough Council gave final approval to the proposed $5.7 million budget for 2014 at a Tuesday, Dec. 17 meeting. The budget freezes taxes and avoids major cuts. Middletown residents will still pay 5.631 mills in borough real estate taxes in 2014, or $563 for a resident with a home valued at $100,000. The budget requires a $2.092 million transfer from the borough’s electric fund to its general fund. That, in turn, may require the borough to transfer money from its Electric Stabilization Trust Fund – a one-time cash settlement that ended an electric contract with MetEd. The budget does cut the borough’s annual contribution to the Middletown Public Library to $65,000 and gives a $115,000 contribution to the borough’s Industrial and Commercial Development Authority. .
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to raise nna-Christine Scull had only hoped and $200 to provide her longtime friend fellow Milton Hershey School graduate Johnitta Medina with a good Christmas. it was If anyone could use a break, Scull reasoned, and childhood Medina: After navigating a difficult working long hours to support her 16-month-old nephew son, Medina adopted her 11-month-old aneurism after her sister suddenly died of a brain this summer. set a $200 So Scull, a Hummelstown resident, Medina so goal for a GoFundMe online campaign family. could buy Christmas presents for her generIt seems Scull underestimated her friends’ – more $1,340 osity: As of Dec. 16, she had raised than six times her initial goal. humanity “It really kind of restored my faith in believe a little bit,” Medina said. “I just couldn’t someto do there were that many people willing thing for me.” giving You could chalk it up to the Christmas exists among spirit and the bond that, Scull asserts, Submitted photo
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A Campus Heights resident was arrested after he allegedly threatened to “take people out’’ at the West Main Street apartment complex for fellow Penn State Harrisburg students, according to court records. Christopher Madan, 22, was arrested on Dec. 4 and charged with making terroristic threats, a false alarm to an agency of public safety and false reports by reporting an offense that did not occur, as well as public drunkenness and disorderly See our stories conduct and photos on He was arraigned before District Highspire’s bicentennial Judge David Judy and held in on pages A2 and A8. Dauphin County Prison in lieu of $500,000 bail. The charges were held for Dauphin County Court. Madan called the Middletown police repeatedly claiming he was due a reward for an unknown arrest in which he participated, and that he was being assaulted, according to a probable cause affidavit filed in court by police. During one of the calls, Madan told police if they didn’t respond, “he was going to use his weapon of choice and take people out,” police By Daniel Walmer said in the affidavit. Press And Journal Staff Middletown and Lower Swatara will not apply for Twp. police found Madan in the area The Lower Dauphin School Board likely more than the 2.5 of West Main and Nissley streets state permission to raise real estate taxes next year under law where he appeared “intoxicated and percent maximum permitted by state that administrators belligerent,” the affidavit charged. a “very preliminary” 2014-15 budget presented at a Monday, Dec. 16 meeting. stay within the “We feel very confident that we can maximum [tax] Pennsylvania Department of Education Smith. increase,” said Superintendent Sherri does include a The $59.7 million budget projection 2013-14 budthe $938,000 increase in expenditures from increase in the get, which is largely due to a state-required Employees’ School district’s contribution to the Public Retirement System, Smith said. are factored in, that When tax-neutral revenue changes to fill, less than the leaves just a $632,510 budget deficit would be pro$719,039 in additional revenue the district percent. 2.5 by taxes raised it jected to take in if the projected budget Still, the district will work on reducing in May in hopes deficit before the final budget is presented according to Smith. of limiting any required tax increase, mills in taxes, or District residents currently pay 18.42 assessed for tax $1,842 for a resident with a property purposes at $100,000.
Borough Authority. duplexes and The project, a collection of 440 apartments, last major town houses that would utilize the borough’s delays since tract of undeveloped land, has faced several 2007. But this a preliminary plan was approved in Feb. engineer Andrew time the project seems ready to roll, authority meeting. Kenworthy said at a Thursday, Dec. 5 on the table for a “I know this is something that’s been that’s something it’s think I but long time for the borough, said. very proactively moving forward,” Kenworthy has heard that Still, it’s not the first time Middletown story. as early as June Preliminary sketches were developed approved a 2004, and Middletown Borough Council in February 2007. preliminary plan for the development developers with 2011, until advance didn’t project But the the delay. blaming the poor housing market for
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Will negotiate to buy property at Union and Emaus streets for up to $325,000 By David Amerman Press And Journal Staff
The Middletown Industrial and Commercial Development Authority unanimously agreed on Wednesday, Feb. 12 to transfer $1.75 million to Middletown Borough Authority for the borough’s downtown streetscape improvement project. The money would consist of $250,000 in slot machine revenue from Dauphin County and a $1.5 million loan from the Dauphin County Infrastructure Development Bank. After an executive session, Christopher McNamara, an authority member and president of Borough Council, announced that the authority’s chairman, Matt Tunnell, would be authorized to execute an agreement to purchase properties at the corner of North Union and East Emaus streets where a proposed pavilion would be built as part of downtown improvements. The price would not exceed $325,000. The properties – 4 N. Union St., 6 N. Union St., 8 N. Union St., 3 E. Emaus St. and 27 E. Emaus St. – currently house PC & Pro Audio Service Center, Davis Communications, a Laundromat, and several residences. The anticipated schedule would see the project’s
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Three people were injured in a two-vehicle crash at Route 230 and Meade Avenue in Lower Swatara Twp. at 12:32 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 7, township police said. Anthony M. Stumpo, 38, of the 600 block of Julia Court, Mechanicsburg, was driving a Dodge Neon that failed to stop at a traffic signal and struck a 2003 Audi A6 broadside, police said. The rear driver’s-side door of the Audi was removed to get the vehicle’s driver out, police said. Stumpo, a passenger in his car and the driver of the Audi, whose name was not available, were taken to Penn State Hershey Medical Center for treatment, police said. The westbound lane of Route 230 was closed as a result of the crash. The crash remains under investigation.
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eaching 1,000 points is a coveted milestone for any basketball player in his career. For Anthony Wright, it almost didn’t happen. Not because the Steelton-Highspire basketball star didn’t have the passion or drive or talent. Wright has held a basketball in his hands since he was 2 years old – and, for the most part, he hasn’t let go. But three years ago, he didn’t have a choice. He had to let go for a while. Wright, who plays with everything he has until he has nothing left, literally did just that. “He was playing for so many teams, playing in different leagues, and it just tore his body down,” his mother, Annesta Russell recalled. “Somewhere down the line, he got a bad strain of MRSA where it seeped into his bones.” MRSA is a bacterium that causes severe infections. So it wasn’t just a question of whether or not Wright would pick up a basketball again, but whether he would see tomorrow, or the next day. “To hear the doctors say, ‘There’s nothing else we can do, just keep him comfortable,’ as a mother, I was just, like, ‘no,’ ” Russell said. “They said he wasn’t going to make it. They said if he did, he might not walk again.” The experience was scary for Wright, who spent four months in the hospital. “I was just thinking, ‘Am I going to make it or not?’ ” Wright said. “It was just a blessing to make it out of there and accomplish the things I do now.” Having MRSA not only took him away from the game, but away from his home.
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Giant icicles are a problem at TMI reactor By Jim Lewis
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Here’s how cold it’s gotten this winter: The operators of Three Mile Island have called Londonderry Twp. firefighters three times this season to spray giant icicles off the bottom of one of the two operating cooling towers at the nuclear plant. The icicles do not pose a safety hazard, but could affect the tower’s efficiency by restricting air flow into it, said Ralph DeSantis, a spokesman for TMI’s operator, Exelon Corp. The ice could reduce the amount of electricity the reactor makes by “a very, very tiny amount’’ that is “not significant at all,’’ DeSantis said. TMI has asked the Londonderry Fire Company three times this winter to spray water on the icicles from its pumper truck to melt off the giant icicles, a company spokesman said. TMI did not require the company’s assistance on Thursday, Feb. 13, despite a winter storm that dumped a season-record amount Please See TMI, Page A6
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Steelton-Highspire’s sidelines will be missing a familiar face next football season. After serving as head coach for three years, Tom Hailey resigned on Wednesday, Feb. 12 to give a younger coach a chance to take the reins. His resignation is scheduled to be discussed by the Steelton-Highspire School Board on Thursday, Feb. 20. Hailey took over for former head coach Rob Deibler in 2010. Last season he coached the Rollers to the PIAA Tom Hailey semifinals, where they lost to Old Forge, 26-7. Under Hailey, Steel-High earned its ninth District 3 Class A title, and ended last season with a 12-2 record. “I got my shot at age 54 as head coach and I’m pushing hard for a young man to take over,’’ Hailey said. “I appreciated getting my opportunity, but I want to make sure the young people have an opportunity. There’s no need to Please See COACH, Page A2
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The head of Middletown Borough Council’s finance committee is adamant that residents not see a property tax or electric rate increase in 2015. Councilor Benjamin Kapenstein is banking that enough money will be left over from a one-time $43 million payout from United Water in that council does not have to raise taxes 2015 electric rate to plug a hole in next year’s or the budget. But the hole keeps growing.
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A pipe that carries water from the Susquehanna River to the cooling tower at the Three Mile Island nuclear reactor leaked, causing the plant to reduce its capacity to 50 percent on Monday, Feb. 17 while it is being repaired. A plant spokesman could not say how long capacity would be reduced. The leak is not a safety hazard – the water inside it is not radioactive, said Ralph DeSantis, a spokesman for Exelon Corp., the plant’s operator.
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More than 50 projects in Dauphin County were awarded a total of $11 million in slot machine generated gaming grants awarded by the Dauphin County Commissioners on Wednesday, Feb. 12. Among them are several local municipalities hoping to improve infrastructure, transportation and public safety and help human services and public interest initiatives. The grants are funded through the county’s share of slots gaming revenue that is generated from the Hollywood Casino at Penn National. Middletown received $250,000 for infrastructure and streetscape improvements on South Union Street, which the borough sees as the first phase of a downtown revitalization plan that could spur both economic development and a relationship with Penn State Harrisburg. The borough originally submitted a request for $350,000. Highspire was awarded $156,138 for improvements to several roads, including Poplar, George, Concord and Crescent alleys and Penn, Broad, Hanover and Paxton streets. The borough had requested $250,000 Londonderry and Lower Swatara townships were awarded the entire amounts they sought to benefit their fire departments. Londonderry Twp. will receive $250,000 to purchase a tanker truck, while Lower Swatara will receive $140,000 to replace a rescue boat and trailer and to purchase
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In a classic good-news, bad-news scenario, financial consultant Mark Morgan told the committee during a meeting on Monday, Dec. the previous shortfall estimate of $780,000 8 that going into 2015 is now $630,000. The estimated cost to the borough to buy electricity in 2015 will be about $150,000 less what officials had projected a few weeks than ago, Morgan said. However, this good news was tempered by the update Morgan gave on the true cost of the just-completed downtown water and sewer line replacement project. Turns out $1.2 won’t be enough to cover the project million as previously estimated. Now the figure is more like $1.7 million. When unpaid bills to contractors, consulting engineers and others are factored in, Morgan said the borough needs to come up with closer to another $1 million to completely close the books on the project.
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Police charge man with theft of rigs, cargo worth $400k
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A Steelton man was charged by Lower Swatara Twp. police with taking more than $416,000 worth of tractor-trailer rigs and their cargo from township businesses in 2013. Terrell Quincy Bryant, 34, of the 800 of Highland St., was charged with three block counts of theft by unlawful taking. He was arraigned before District Judge Michael Smith, who set bail at $50,000. Police were able to tie Bryant to the thefts using cell phone records and reconstructing the path the driver took the trucks, according to a probable cause affidavit filed in Smith’s office. Bryant, also known as “Pooch’’ or “Poochy,’’ is believed to have taken a loaded tractor-trailer rig from the Transline depot at 2735 Turnpike Industrial Lane in Lower Swatara Twp. on Jan. 23, 2013, according to the affidavit. Bryant had briefly worked for Transline in 2012. The rig was recovered six days later in of the Tenax Corp. in Baltimore, the the lot affidavit said. Surveillance video shows the driver having difficulty with the truck as it bucked and out. During the investigation, “Bryant stalled admitted he is terrible at driving trucks,” police said in the affidavit. In a second incident, Bryant took the same from Transline on May 3, 2013, according truck to the affidavit. This time it was recovered at a Rutter’s store in Etters, police said. Police Bryant was in contact with the driver believe assigned Please See THEFT, Page A6
Borough nixes snow plowing pact with state
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In past winters, the state paid Middletown Borough at least $7,300 a year to plow from Route 441, Route 230 and Vine snow Street under an agreement between the borough Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.and This year, the borough chose not to sign agreement, citing the loss of manpower the and snow-removal equipment resulting from the borough entering into a 50-year lease of its water and sewer systems to United Water. The lease deal goes into effect on Jan. 1. As a result, state-owned roads in Middletown won’t get plowed as fast this winter if the borough expects the roads to be cleared by the PennDOT, a department spokesman said. “There definitely will be a slower response,” said spokesman Greg Penny. “People will ence a lower level of service and our experiresponse to getting there will be later or slower.” Critics say the decision goes beyond inconveniencing drivers in that the borough is opening itself up to potential liability concerns example, emergency vehicles cannot if, for the hill on North Union Street – Route get up 441 – to reach the Frey Village Senior Living Community. “You are gonna look like a bunch of resident Jack Still told Middletown fools,” Borough Please See SNOW, Page A6
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oyalton prohibited people from firing guns carrying loaded weapons in the borough and decades – but that ended when borough for repealed its ordinance on Tuesday, Dec. council 2 to avoid lawsuits when a new state law takes The new state law – an attempt to bring effect. the regulation of firearms in Pennsylvania,consistency to or a gift to the National Rifle Association from the General Assembly, depending on your point of view – gives interested organizations the legal standingresidents and to challenge any local gun ordinance. Any person with an regulations could challenge an ordinance interest in firearms adopted anywhere in the state. The law, Act 192, makes it easy for any of its members to file a lawsuit claiming organization or one have exceeded their power in regulating that local officials firearms – and could make municipalities liable for the tion. If someone hundreds of miles awaycost of the litigalearned about Royalton’s old ordinance, in Greene County he could have challenged it regardless of whether the ordinance affected him – or whether he has ever visited the borough, local officials say. Some cities, including Lancaster, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, reacted immediately by suing to block the implementation of the law. Royalton leaders decided to avoid potential problems by repealing its firearms ordinance. “I didn’t think it was appropriate for a small municipality to risk becoming a test case for the law,’’ Royalton’s solicitor. He’s also advised said Steven Miner, Lower Cumberland County to repeal its ordinance Allen Twp. in banning weapons, including guns, from township parks. To Shira Goodman, a spokeswoman for CeaseFirePA, said the threat of lawsuits to eliminate firearms ordinances is “intimidation’’ for municipalities like Royalton. “It’s a daunting financial risk for these towns,’’ said organization has filed suit to stop the Goodman, whose law from taking effect. Under the new law, set to take effect Jan. 15, any “person adversely affected” by a local firearms ordinance may sue to challenge the ordinance and have their legal costs covered
In Middletown, a 1960 law restricts the “fire or discharge of any gun or other firearm, including BB guns and pellet guns,’’ within the borough unless it is in defense of person or property. A 1975 disorderly conduct law prohibits firearms in the borough hall.
In Highspire, a 1971 law, amended in 1984, prohibits the firing of a gun in the borough unless it is in defense of person or property.
by the municipality that enacted it. Act 192 sets a broad requirement for its “person adversely affected,” allowing it to include any Pennsylvania resident who may legally own a gun, a person otherwise allowed to sue over the use of municipal power to and any membership organization that regulate firearms includes one of those people. Consequently, it makes the NRA and other guns’ rights groups “a person,” and allows them to file lawsuits at will at the expense of the local government that is being sued, opponents say. The new law provides “unprecedented” about anyone can sue, and then offers standing so just a “loser pays” reward that only works against the local governments, Goodman said. “There is nothing else like this,’’ she Royalton’s ordinance, adopted in 1958, said. prohibited firing guns within borough limits, except in licensed by the state or “for the protectionranges that are property.” The Royalton ordinance also of person or rying loaded guns in the borough with prohibited carthe exception of police, constables and “those persons carrying firearms in accordance with state or sheriff permits.” The repeal of the ordinance took effect immediately. “The ordinance was reasonable and was on the books for a long time,” but council approved the repeal, Miner said. He added that some borough officials and residents enjoy hunting and have respect for the right to bear arms yet found the ordinance sound and justifiable for Royalton. Carl Hrescak, a council member and gun owner, said Royalton’s firearms ordinance was “completely reasonable.’’ Still, the borough now will have Pennsylvania criminal code rather than to rely on laws in the the local ordinance, he said. Boroughs and cities often prohibit firing weapons within their borders in the interest of safety. Homeowners in boroughs typically have smaller lots than meaning residents live in closer proximity.in townships, more than 2,400 municipal governments, Pennsylvania has rural municipalities in which residents including some are so scattered that Please See ACT 192, Page A6
Parking at Harrisburg International Airport will cost more in 2015. The rate to park in the longterm lot will go from $8.50 to $9.50 per day. The rate for the first hour in the parking garage will go from $2.20 to $4.40. The daily rate in the garage stays at $20. The increases are included in the 2015 budget for HIA that was approved on Wednesday, Dec. 3 by the Susquehanna Area Regional Airport Authority, the airport’s owner. “Even with these new rates, parking at HIA remains at or below levels charged at other parking facilities throughout the region,” said Tim Edwards, the authority’s executive director.
Former childcare worker waives theft charge to county court A Middletown woman charged by police with taking $1,050 in cash and gift cards from Ebenezer Christian Childcare in Lower Swatara Twp. waived the charge against her to Dauphin County Court. Cindy Yvonne Buck, 51, of the 100 block of E. Emaus St., waived her preliminary hearing on Wednesday, Dec. 3 before District Judge David Judy. She is charged with a misdemeanor count of theft by unlawful taking. Buck took the money and gift cards between June 23 and Aug. 11 while working as assistant director at the childcare center, township police said in court documents. She had been employed for eight years at the center before she was fired on Aug. 12.
In Londonderry Twp., a 1991 law bans firearms, BB guns, air rifles, bows and arrows and knives with blades longer than 3 inches in parks.
Lower Swatara Twp. has one gun ordinance that regulates shooting ranges. The township is home to a range.
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extra $35 in fines and $154 in court costs. Plus, the woman has a summary conviction on her record because she pleaded guilty. A summary doesn’t look as bad as a misdemeanor or a felony on your record, but it’s hardly a character reference. On one day in March, John Grayshaw, director of the Middletown library, brought charges of not returning library materials against the woman and nine other people through District Judge David Judy’s office. Under state law, failing to return library materials is a summary offense that can cost you up to $300 in fines. You can also go to jail for up to 90 days – although Judy does not remember sending anyone to the slammer for stealing from the library in his 28 years in office. Filing charges at the district judge’s office is a last resort, taken only after the library has exhausted all other means at its disposal over several months to get the person to return the items, Grayshaw said. For example, of the 10 people charged in March, all had had the
materials out for more than three months – since at least December 2014, according to court records. Most likely the items were taken out at least a month before then, as the offense date in the court record comes after the library has sent out at least two notices to try and get the person to return the items, Judy said. In one of the 10 cases, the offense date was August 2014, meaning the items were probably taken out in June. It’s a good idea to keep your contact information – your e-mail address, home address and phone number – up to date with the library. Then the library can contact you to alert you of an item that you may just have forgotten to return as an oversight, Grayshaw said. If your contact information changes and you don’t tell the library, the first word you may get of an item that you didn’t return could be the summons you get from a district judge, because the library has been unable to reach you. It’s not unusual for someone after getting a summons to come to the library with the items seeking to return them, thinking this will resolve
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– either one of your state’s two senators, or by a member of the House of Representatives. Just getting to that point is a challenge. Botterbusch applied to each of Pennsylvania’s two senators – Robert P. Casey Jr. and Pat Toomey – and to Rep. Lou Barletta, whose district encompasses the Middletown Area School District. Botterbusch’s application was strong enough that he advanced to the interview stage for all three – Casey, Toomey and Barletta. “They have a panel of people who interview you and ask questions,” Botterbusch said. He ended up getting the nomination through Barletta. “They are looking for the whole person, not just good grades and athletics,” Botterbusch said. He had the leadership credentials. Botterbusch had been captain of the Blue Raiders’ football and wrestling
teams. He also served as a class officer and a student council representative. The academy also looks for community service, and what Botterbusch called “an X factor” that can separate you out from other applicants. Botterbusch felt that in his case, it was his musical talent. He figures the flying lessons probably didn’t hurt either. When he learned of his acceptance into the academy earlier this year, “it was like confirmation that all the hard work I’ve done over the last three years” had been worth it, he said. Botterbusch will begin competing for a pilot slot at the academy in his junior year. Upon graduation from the academy, Botterbusch will serve a 10-year commitment to the Air Force. He hopes to be spending those 10 years in the cockpit of a fighter jet. Jody Zorbaugh contributed to this article Dan Miller: 717-944-4628, or dan-
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the issue. But by then it may be too late. The court doesn’t care about getting the items back, but in obtaining repayment for the items through court-ordered restitution, Judy said. That usually means setting up a payment plan. In most cases borrowers own up to having the items, Judy said. If they request a hearing, it is usually to plead their case in the hope that the court will go easy on them. The most common explanations are that the person lost the items while moving, or their kids borrowed some videos or books and lost them. If a child is under 18, their library card is in the name of their parent or guardian. That makes the parent or guardian legally responsible for any items that the child takes out and does not return, Grayshaw said. When items aren’t returned to the library, money that could otherwise go toward buying new items ends up going toward buying the same items twice. Grayshaw couldn’t say how much unreturned items cost the Middletown library, but that the amount is “significant.” If the item is popular, a library has no choice but to buy it a second time. The second time always costs more, because the price for books and other items keeps going up, said Barbara Ellis, director of the Hershey Public Library, which is affiliated with the Middletown Public Library. Hershey on average takes one to two users a month to District Judge Dominic Pelino in Derry Twp. over items that have wandered off. As with Middletown, it’s a last step after all other means have failed, Ellis said. “If our money has to go to replacing books all the time, that’s not the best use of our money,” Ellis said. Libraries can also use a collection agency to recoup money for missing items. The Chester County Library System where Grayshaw worked before coming to Middletown used a collection agency. One day, Grayshaw got a phone call from a man who had moved out of Pennsylvania. The man said he couldn’t get a loan, because the collection agency had reported to the credit agency that he had not paid for items he failed to return to the
Chester County library. The Dauphin County Library System uses a collection agency regarding missing items that are seriously delinquent, said Rich Bowra, the system’s executive director. In 2014, about 1 percent of all cardholder accounts at the Dauphin County system were referred to the collection agency. That’s about 1,400 accounts. The system does not have the staff resources to process all those accounts through a district judge, Bowra said. The collection agency keeps a portion of the money it collects from people on behalf of the system. As with Hershey and Middletown, which are not part of the Dauphin County system, the county libraries make numerous attempts over weeks and months to contact the person by mail, phone, e-mail and text message. By the time an account is referred to a collection agency, the item has been out for at least 78 days beyond the due date. At one time, the items most likely to wander off were things like auto repair manuals, civil service test books and books to prepare for the Scholastic Aptitude Test and the Preliminary SAT, Bowra said. That’s no longer the case, because most of these manuals are now available online. On paper, the amount of seriously delinquent library materials may be a tiny fraction of the total number of materials that circulate through the county system – maybe just 1,000 out of more than 1 million. But if each of those items costs $30, that’s $30,000. “That’s significant,” Bowra said. If you owed $100 or more to a utility, eventually they will turn off your electric or water, he added. The library doesn’t have that kind of hammer. “There is a mindset that you are just a public library using public funds. There’s a tendency to not take our efforts as seriously,” Bowra said. “But library materials are not cheap. We have an obligation to protect the investment that we made.” Besides using a collection agency or the local district judge, libraries have few options for getting people to return materials that are seriously delinquent or repay the library for the value of those items. The county at times has offered a “grace day” where people can return materials without paying a fine, Bowra said. The only problem is that people may come to expect it and hold onto items until the next grace day rolls around. What about public shaming? One cheap – and likely effective – method would be to post on a library Web site the names of scofflaws who don’t return items. Attractive as that may sound, it’s not an option. Bowra referred to confidentiality laws that prohibit a public library from disclosing information related to the use of library materials by an individual borrower. For example, local police once requested information about who had taken out library books that had been found at a crime scene. “We said, ‘OK, but we need a court order,’ “ Bowra said.
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New & gently used treasures wanted
Frey Village is accepting donations to sell at its Annual Strawberry Festival Fundraising Event in June. Gently used books, puzzles, jewelry and silent auction items may be dropped off at our Concierge Desk from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily until Friday, May 8. All proceeds benefit the Resident Activity Fund. •••••
Summer music series on the deck
Sunset Bar & Grill, 2601 Sunset Dr., Middletown, will begin its Summer Music Series on Thursday, May 7. Live music featuring Jeffrey J. Walker will begin at 7 p.m. •••••
Mother’s Day flower sale
Sons of the American Legion Post 594, 137 E. High St., Middletown, is sponsoring its 25th Annual Mother’s Day Flower Sale from 8 a.m. to dusk on Wednesday, May 6 to Sunday, May 10. All proceeds benefit local charities. •••••
Customer appreciation days
Sharp Shopper, 1577 W. Harrisburg Pike, Middletown, will continue their Customer Appreciation Days through Saturday, May 9 with special buys, door prizes, and daily giveaways. •••••
Spring open house
Strites Orchard will hold its Spring Open House, featuring kids’ activities and wagon rides, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 9. •••••
Hummelstown Bulldogs registration
Registration for the 2015 teams of Hummelstown FFO Bulldogs Cheerleading and Football will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 9 at Schaffner Park (Boro Park) in Hummelstown and the Londonderry Elementary May Fair. For more information, contact Michael Souders at 717-629-5155 or MDS@pa.net. •••••
Art walk
Hummelstown Arts Fest presents its first Art Walk and the 2015 Arts Festival poster unveiling on Saturday, May 9. The Art Walk begins at noon at 221 E. Main St., Hummelstown; unveiling of the poster will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Visit www.facebook.com/ HummelstownArtsFestival for more information.
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It started with a few veterans selling some azaleas. Then the Mother’s Day flower sale at Middletown’s American Legion Post 594 grew into the organization’s biggest charity fundraiser of the year. The post will hold its 25th annual sale from 8 a.m. to dusk on Wed., May 6 through Sunday, May 10 at its headquarters at 137 E. High St. Hanging baskets and other annuals will be offered. The sale has grown until it now stretches across the post’s front lawn. Proceeds will go to local charities.
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Londonderry Fire Company, 2655 Foxianna Road, Middletown, will hold its Bingo Mania on Sunday, May 10. Doors and kitchen open at noon; bingo starts at 2 p.m.
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other cases, credit card information is sold online and the buyers then go on fraudulent online shopping sprees. “This type of crime is just exploding,” Brandt said. And with people using stolen account information out of state or in other countries, it’s difficult to track down the users of stolen data, he said.
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Middletown Youth Club Blue Raiders registration
Registration for the 2015 teams of Middletown Youth Club football and cheerleading will be held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13 at Royalton Borough Building. Free physicals will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on July 7, location TBD. For more information visit www. facebook.com/mycraiders or email mycraiders@gmail.com. •••••
Summer at Penn State Harrisburg
Penn State Harrisburg will be offering undergraduate and graduate summer courses. Session 1 is May 18 to June 26, Session 2 is July 1 to August. Visit harrisburg.psu. edu/summer for more information. To register, call 717-948-6250 or email hbgadmit@psu.edu. •••••
Opening day
Middletown Swim Club will open for the 2015 season on Saturday, May 23. Singles, couples and family memberships available. Leave a message at 717-903-9545 or email Brent Burger at burgers53@ msn.com. •••••
Londonderry Twp. summer programs
Register now for Summer Playground at Sunset Park, held June 15 through July 31, 9 a.m. to noon. For more information on this and other programs, or to register, go to www.londonderrypa.org. •••••
Middletown fair
The 40th Annual Middletown Fair will be held in Hoffer Park, Middletown, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 13 and will include a car show and all-new community bake-off competition. •••••
Spring celebration
Middletown Home, 999 W. Harrisburg Pike, Middletown, is sponsoring its Spring Celebration on the Garden Terrace from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 9. Featured will be live music, free hand-dipped ice cream and fresh lemonade. Spring flowers hanging baskets will be available for purchase. For directions or more information, call 717-944-3351. •••••
WMSS Chicken BBQ
WMSS 91.1FM, the Middletown Area School District’s radio station, will hold its annual Chicken BBQ fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 9 at the rear of the Middletown Area Middle School. Dinners include 1/2 chicken, baked potato, applesauce and roll. Dinners can be purchased at the event or by calling 717-948-9136.
Brandt recommends keeping your credit card in sight as much as possible, although it is difficult at restaurants. He also advises that residents check their accounts often for suspicious transactions. “I check mine a couple times a week,” he said. While police do not know where the information was stolen, it may be skimmed through sophisticated or simple means. At times, criminals set a skimming device on a gas pump that allows for immediate payment at the pump. While the card will still work for the intended charge for the customer’s gas, the card information is stolen and transmitted, Brandt said. Lower Swatara police also caught an employee at McDonald’s on Route 230 near Highspire who was recording card numbers, expiration dates and security codes as customers paid at the drive-through window, Brandt said. At this part of the skimming process, police have a greater chance of tracking down the skimmers. In either case, thieves may select groups of consumers’ information through the Internet, where criminals from practically anywhere could charge a variety of purchases online before the fraud is detected. Eric Wise: 717-944-4628, or ericwise@pressandjournal.com
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News From District Judge David H. Judy Following is a compilation of action in cases filed before District Magistrate David H. Judy. Please be aware all those charged/cited are presumed innocent unless proven otherwise in a court of law. Held for court Charges of DUI-controlled substance (two counts), careless driving and operating a vehicle with unsafe equipment were held for action in Dauphin County Court against Arthur L. Price, 50, of the 800 block of Wood St., Steelton. The charges stem from an incident on Dec. 23. Guilty plea Chad R. Collins, 28, of 100 block of Witherspoon Ave., Middletown, pleaded guilty to a charge of possession of drug paraphernalia. A charge of possession of a small amount of marijuana was withdrawn. The charge stemmed from an incident on Jan. 7. Frederick Daniels, 48, of Harrisburg, pleaded guilty to a summary charge of harassment. The charge was lowered to summary status from a misdemeanor. Charges of criminal trespass and loitering and prowling at nighttime were withdrawn. The charge stemmed from an incident in Sept. 2013 Found guilty Thomas Ness, 22, of Middletown, was found guilty of disorderly conduct. The charge stemmed from an incident on March 27, 2014. Waived Timothy L. Hayward, 29, of the 300 block of Conewago St., Middletown, waived to Dauphin County Court charges of failure to comply with requirements of sexual offenders and failure to verify address or photograph as required. A charge of failure to file quarterly verification of residence absconded was withdrawn. The charges stem from an incident on Dec. 7. Kenneth D. Clugston, 44, of the 300 block of Elm Ct., Middletown, waived to Dauphin County Court charges
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Raiders win four in a row to remain in playoff hunt By Larry Etter
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The Middletown baseball team jumped back onto the winning track last week by earning victories in all four of its games. Key triumphs over Susquehanna Township on Monday, April 27 and Palmyra on Friday, May 1 wrapped around a pair of expected wins over Harrisburg on Tuesday, April 28 pushed the Blue Raiders (8-7, 6-7 in the Mid-Penn Conference’s Keystone Division) over the .500 mark for the season with just a handful of games left on their regular-season schedule. While a division title is well out of reach, Middletown still is fighting for a spot in the upcoming District 3 Class AAA playoffs. Winning four straight contests certainly helped the Raiders’ cause and kept those hopes alive.
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Middletown’s Dagen Hughes, catching a fly ball in right field, singled and scored the Blue Raiders’ first run in a 16-1 rout of Harrisburg.
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The Raiders generated just enough offense to come away with a wellearned road victory at Susquehanna Twp. (3-14, 3-12) in their pockets. Picking up one run in the top of the third inning and getting an insurance tally in the top of the seventh, the Raiders made a winner out of starting pitcher Nathan Ocker. The senior right-hander struck out 16 Indian batters and gave up just two hits while issuing just one walk in the complete game shutout. Susquehanna Twp. starter Dan Warshawsky also turned in a solid effort on the mound for the hosts with 10 strikeouts against three hits and a pair of walks. Both Middletown runs were unearned. The Raiders left a runner on base in each of the first two innings after Brett Altland walked in the first and Jordan Flowers singled in the second. The Indians nearly drew first blood in the home half of the second stanza when Brett Floyd and Warshawsky
hit back-to-back, one-out singles. But Ocker induced a ground out and followed with his fifth strikeout to end the threat. In the top of the third inning, Altland, the lead-off hitter, was safe on an error. He raced to second on a passed ball and reached third on Bubba Finsterbush’s sacrifice bunt. Zack Sims hit into a fielder’s choice that allowed Altland to score the game’s first run. That 1-0 Middletown lead held up through the third, fourth, fifth and sixth innings as the pitchers and defenses dominated play. That changed in the top of the seventh, starting with a one-out single by Middletown’s Jordie Handley. Although a fielder’s choice forced courtesy runner Brendan Dintiman out at second, Evan Florence made it to first, where he was replaced by runner Brandon Harper. Noah Zimmerman’s clutch single to right moved Harper to third with two outs. The run scored when Warshawsky balked on Zimmerman’s stolen base. A groundout kept the Raiders from adding more runs to their 2-0 lead. But the pair of runs were all they needed as Ocker then struck out the side in the bottom of the seventh to lock down the division victory for the Middletown side.
Middletown 9, Harrisburg 3 Middletown 16, Harrisburg 1 The Raiders swept a doubleheader – two games rescheduled from earlier in the season because of bad weather – from Harrisburg on Tuesday at
Penbrook. The first game was a makeup game that had been rescheduled from April 20, while the second was a makeup game that was originally scheduled for March 27 in Middletown. In the opener, the Raiders scored four runs in the top of the second inning, added two more in the fourth and three more in the fifth to hold off the scrappy Cougars (0-18, 0-15). Harrisburg scored twice in the third inning and added another run in the fifth to make a game of it. Middletown pitcher Johan Sanchez-Padilla benefited from his team’s early runs and picked up the pitching win in his first varsity start on the mound. With one out in the top of the second stanza, Ocker beat out a throw to first for an infield single, stole second and went to third on an overthrow on the play to set up the first run. With two outs, Handley singled to center to drive in the run. After making it to second on a wild pitch, Handley scored on an RBI single by Florence. Sanchez-Padilla reached first when he was hit by a pitch, and he and Florence moved up a base on a passed ball. Altland knocked in both runners with a hard single up the middle that gave the Raiders the 4-0 lead. But Harrisburg scored twice in the bottom of the third to make things interesting. A couple fielding errors by the Middletown defense set up a run-scoring single by Sheldon Snell. A fielder’s choice ground ball drove in the second run. The Raiders, however, got those two
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runs back in the top of the fourth. Handley led off with a single to center, stole second and scored on a sacrifice fly by Florence and a thowing error by the Cougars. Back-to-back walks to Sanchez-Padilla and Altland, then another walk to Sims with two outs loaded the bases with Raiders against Harrisburg pitcher David Feliciano. Another base on balls with Dintiman at the plate forced in the second run and lifted the Middletown nine to a 6-2 lead. The Cougars scored a run in the home half of the fifth inning on a sacrifice fly to cut the lead to 6-3, but the Raiders plated three more runs in the top of the seventh to gain some space. Sims singled in Altland for the first run with one out and scored on a wild pitch with Justin Imler at the plate following a single by Dintiman. Imler was safe on Please See RAIDERS, Page B4
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As Penn State Harrisburg’s inaugural track and field season begins to wind down, the Lions looked to add to their already memorable season at the 2015 Capital Athletic Conference Championships on Sunday, May 3 in York. With the top competitors from the CAC battling for conference bragging rights, the Lions did what they could to take home top finishes in their firstever conference championship. Sophomore Joey Phifer finished in fourth place in the men’s 800 meter run with a time of 1:56.07. Another notable finish on the men’s side was Josiah Owhe, who took sixth in the long jump with a distance of 6.60 meters. Top finishes were tougher to come by for the women in Sunday’s final rounds. Senior Erin Goodyear showed well in the discus finals, where she took home an eighth place finish with a distance of 29.97 meters. Rosaline Osibodu finished in 11th place finish in the women’s 400 meter dash for the Lions. Penn State Harrisburg will look to add on to their already impressive first season as they will take part in the Tuppeny Twilight Last Chance Meet at Swarthmore College Monday, May 11.
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Standings for 5-6-15 BASEBALL MID-PENN CONFERENCE Keystone Division W L OVERALL Mechanicsburg 13 1 15-2 Lower Dauphin 13 1 15-3 Hershey 8 6 10-7 CD East 7 6 9-8 Bishop McDevitt 7 7 9-8 Middletown 6 7 8-7 Palmyra 6 8 9-8 Susquehanna Twp. 3 12 3-14 Harrisburg 0 15 0-18 Last week’s games Middletown 2, Susquehanna Twp. 0 Middletown 9, Harrisburg 3 Middletown 16, Harrisburg 1 Middletown 2, Palmyra 0 Lower Dauphin 5, Susquehanna Twp. 0 Lower Dauphin 2, Mechanicsburg 1 Governor Mifflin 8, Lower Dauphin 4 This week’s games Wednesday, May 6 Susquehanna Twp. at Middletown, 4:15 p.m. Lower Dauphin vs. Mechanicsburg, 7 p.m., Metro Bank Park, Harrisburg Monday, May 11 MIddletown at Trinity, 4:15 p.m. Tuesday, May 12 Greencastle-Antrim at Middletown, 4:15 p.m. Capital Division W L OVERALL West Perry 9 1 Northern York 8 2 East Pennsboro 7 3 Camp Hill 6 3 Milton Hershey 2 8 Trinity 2 9 Steelton-Highspire 1 9
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Last week’s games West Shore Christian 8, Steelton-Highspire 5 Steelton-Highspire 14, York Tech 3 Camp Hill 3, Steelton-Highspire 1 Steelton-Highspire 12, Berks County Christian 1 Steelton-Highspire 12, Harrisburg 2 This week’s games Thursday, May 7 Trinity at Steelton-Highspire, 4 p.m. Friday, May 8 Harrisburg at Steelton-Highspire, 4 p.m. SOFTBALL MID-PENN CONFERENCE Keystone Division W L OVERALL Lower Dauphin 13 1 16-2 Mechanicsburg 13 1 14-3 Bishop McDevitt 8 5 10-5 Palmyra 8 6 9-7 CD East 7 6 9-7 Susquehanna Twp. 7 8 8-11 Middletown 4 9 4-11 Harrisburg 2 12 3-13 Hershey 0 14 0-15 Last week’s games Palmyra 5, Middletown 0 Middletown 10, Harrisburg 8 Middletown 15, Harrisburg 5 Susquehanna Twp. 9, Middletown 1 Lower Dauphin 10, Palmyra 0 Susquehanna Twp. 3, Lower Dauphin 1 Lower Dauphin 3, Mechanicsburg 0 This week’s games Wednesday, May 6 Middletown at Susquehanna Twp., 4:15 p.m. Mechanicsburg at Lower Dauphin, 4:15 p.m. BOYS’ TENNIS MID-PENN CONFERENCE Championships Class AA Singles Second round Harry Kapenstein, Middletown, def. Josh Darrin, Susquehanna Twp., 6-0, 6-0 Third round Logan Gouse, East Pennsboro, def. Harry Kapenstein, Middletown, 6-3, 3-6, 7-5 Doubles Second round Harry Kapenstein/Eric Belles, Middletown, def. K. Bentz/S. Landis, Camp Hill, 6-2, 6-4 Third round P.Greenbaum/P.Greenbaum, Boiling Springs, def. Harry Kapenstein/Eric Belles, Middletown, 6-2, 5-7, 6-3 District 3 Championships Class AA Singles First round Sebastian Pena, Lancaster Country Day, def. Harry Kapenstein, Middletown, 6-0, 6-1
Class AAA Singles First round Josh Carl, Lower Dauphin, def. Todd Weiner, Exeter Twp., 3-6, 7-6 (7-5), 6-4 Second round Colin Muraika, Cedar Crest, def. Josh Carl, Lower Dauphih, 6-3, 6-0 TRACK AND FIELD MID-PENN CONFERENCE BOYS Last week’s meets West Perry 81, Middletown 68 GIRLS Last week’s meets West Perry 78, Middletown 72 BOYS’ VOLLEYBALL MID-PENN CONFERENCE Keystone Division W L OVERALL Hershey 8 2 11-2 Lower Dauphin 7 3 8-5 Red Land 6 4 8-5 Mechanicsburg 6 4 8-5 Northern York 3 7 5-11 Cedar Cliff 0 10 0-12 Last week’s games Red Land 3, Lower Dauphin 0 Chambersburg 3, Lower Dauphin 0 This week’s games Thursday, May 7 Dallastown at Lower Dauphin, 5:15 p.m. LACROSSE MID-PENN CONFERENCE BOYS W L OVERALL Hershey 11 0 16-0 Lower Dauphin 6 4 9-6 Palmyra 5 5 8-8 Central Dauphin 4 6 6-10 Bishop McDevitt 1 10 2-13 CD East 0 11 0-12 Last week’s games Lower Dauphin 13, Mechanicsburg 3 Hershey Central Dauphin Lower Dauphin Palmyra CD East
GIRLS W L OVERALL 9 0 11-5 8 2 8-7 5 4 10-5 4 5 6-8 2 7 4-9
Last week’s games Lower Dauphin 6, Palmyra 4 Lower Dauphin 16, Mechanicsburg 2 Lower Dauphin 20, Spring Grove 4 YOUTH BASEBALL LPWH LEAGUE MAJORS American W L PHR Black 3 0 Lower Swatara Gold 4 1 Paxtonia No. 2 2 2 Swatara 0 5 National
PHR Green Middletown West Hanover Red Paxtonia No. 1
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Last week’s games Lower Swatara Gold 10, Middletown 8 Middletown 23, Swatara 5 Lower Swatara Gold 5, West Hanover Red 4
After a roller coaster season, Penn State Harrisburg looked to finish out their 2015 campaign with a win – and the Lions did just that behind a standout performance from pitcher Brian Goodling, defeating Elizabethtown College, 2-0 on Wednesday, April 29 in Middletown. Goodling, a sophomore, pitched eight innings of shutout baseball, giving up just four hits and striking out 14 batters. The Blue & White (16-23) got their bats going early, jumping on Elizabethtown (24-14) in the opening inning. Kevin Kremer’s RBI groundout drove in Kyle Buchman to give the Lions a 1-0 lead. Penn State Harrisburg extended its lead to 2-0 in the bottom of the second inning on a Mitchell Rodkey RBI single that scored Cody Henry. The key to the victory was Goodling. Relief pitcher Tom Chaney entered the game in the ninth inning to pick up the save.
Gallaudet 2-3, Lions 3-2
The two teams faced off many times before when both were members of the North Eastern Athletic Conference. But when they met for a double-header on Tuesday, April 28 in Washington, D.C., it marked the first time the teams played each other since the Lions moved to the Capital Athletic Conference.
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Last week’s games Middletown Blue Raiders 8, West Hanover Red 6 Paxtonia No. 3 6, Middletown Muck Dogs 5 Middletown Muck Dogs 7, West Hanover Black 4 West Hanover Royal 6, Lower Swatara Gold 1 Lower Swatara Navy 12, Lower Swatara Oranige 7 Lower Swatara Black 16, West Hanover Red 6 Lower Swatara Black 10, Lower Swatara Gold 0 Lower Swatara Gold 5, Lower Swatara Orange 3 Lower Swatara Navy 10, West Hanover Royal 6 Lower Swatara Black 8, Penn Gardens Gold 6 Paxtonia No. 6 12, Lower Swatara Orange 1 Paxtonia No. 3 15, Lower Swatara Gold 4 This week’s games Wednesday, May 6 Lower Swatara Orange at Middletown Muck Dogs, 6 p.m. Thursday, May 7 Lower Swatara Navy at Lower Swatara Black, 6 p.m. PHR Orange at Middletown Blue Raiders, 6 p.m. Penn Gardens Red at Lower Swatara Gold, 6 p.m. Friday, May 8 PHR Royal at Middletown Muck Dogs, 6 p.m. Monday, May 11 Middletown Lake Monsters at Lower Swatara Black, 6 p.m. Lower Swatara Navy vs. Middletown Blue Raiders, 6 p.m., Kiwanis Field YOUTH SOFTBALL SUBURBAN GIRLS SOFTBALL LEAGUE 11U W L Lower Swatara No. 2 4 0 Swatara-Pax No. 1 4 0 Londonderry No. 4 3 0 Lower Swatara No. 4 5 1 Cedar Cliff No. 2 2 1 Hummelstown No. 2 3 3 Dillsburg No. 1 2 2 Cedar Cliff No. 3 2 3 Lower Swatara No. 3 1 2 Lower Swatara No. 5 0 4 Akron No. 3 0 6 14U Akron Londonderry No. 2 Londonderry No. 3
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Last week’s games Hummelstown 20, Cedar Cliff 5 Hummelstown 23, Lower Swatara 22 This week’s games Thursday, May 7 Londonderry at Cedar Cliff, 6:15 p.m., Boro Park Field 1
Friday, May 8 Middletown at Paxtonia No. 2, 6 p.m., Paxtonia Paxtonia No. 1 at Lower Swatara Gold, 6 p.m.
Friday, May 8 Hummelstown at Lower Swatara, 6 p.m., Glad Tidings Londonderry at Akron, 6:15 p.m., Broad Street
Monday, May 11 Middletown at PHR Green, 6 p.m., Brightbill Park PHR Black at Lower Swatara Gold, 6 p.m.
Saturday, May 9 Lower Swatara at Duncannon (2), 2 p.m., Penn Twp. Fields CV No. 1 at Londonderry (2), 6 p.m., Creekview
MINORS Middletown Blue Raiders Paxtonia No. 4 PHR Green Lower Swatara Navy Paxtonia No. 3 Lower Swatara Black PHR Orange Paxtonia No. 5 PHR Red Paxtonia No. 7 Lower Swatara Gold Middletown Muck Dogs Paxtonia No. 6 West Hanover Royal Penn Gardens Red Penn Gardens Gold PHR Royal Lower Swatara Orange
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The first game was evenly matched early as both the Lions and the Bison (8-26) did not allow any runs the first two innings. But Penn State Harrisburg’s Josh Brubaker broke the tie, driving in Chris Iocca in the top of the third inning to put the Lions in front, 1-0. Gallaudet answered in the bottom of the fifth inning, scoring two runs to take the lead. With two outs in the top of the sixth inning, Penn State Harrisburg rallied, starting with a single by Zachary Ottobre. Brendan Miller followed with a walk, and Henry followed that with a single to load the bases. Great base running allowed the Lions to score two runs on wild pitches to take the lead, 3-2, and hold on for the victory. But the Lions were not able to claim the sweep as the Bison battled back in the second game.
Lions 4, Messiah 0
Pitcher Will Chaney threw a three-hit shutout as Penn State Harrisburg beat the Falcons in the first-ever meeting of the two teams on Monday, April 27 in Grantham. Chaney struck out seven in his complete-game win. The Lions collected 11 hits against Messiah (17-17), with eight of its nine batters getting at least one hit. Tom Denniston led the Lions at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two RBI.
Monday, May 11 Cedar Cliff at Londonderry, 6:15 p.m., Sunset Park Tuesday, May 12 Londonderry at Duncannon, 6:15 p.m., Penn Twp. Fields LONDONDERRY AA 14U Slow Pitch W L Jones & Henninger 1 0 Akron 1 1 Lower Swatara 0 0 Anne’s Style Dots 0 1 11U Slow Pitch W L Felker Construction 3 0 Lower Swatara No. 2 0 0 Lower Swatara No. 3 0 0 Lower Swatara No. 5 0 0 Swatara-Pax No. 1 0 0 Cedar Cliff No. 1 0 0 Cedar Cliff No. 2 0 0 Cedar Cliff No. 3 0 0 Dillsburg No. 1 0 0 Lower Swatara No. 4 0 1 Hummelstown No. 2 0 1 Akron No. 3 0 1 Last week’s games Felker Construction 19, Lower Swatara No. 4 10
Middletown’s Maddie Jorich, left, tags a Palmyra runner at second base.
Resilient Raiders bounce back twice, sweep Cougars
They fell behind twice in a doubleheader against Harrisburg – and the Middletown Blue Raiders roared back twice to win. Trailing 6-0 in the fourth inning, Middletown stormed back to win, 108, in the first game on Tuesday, April 28 in Middletown. The Raiders (4-11, 4-9 in the MidPenn Conference’s Keystone Division) tied the game with three runs in the fourth and three more in the fifth, then won with a four-run explosion in the sixth. Third baseman Kayla Warhola hit a home run and scored three times for Middletown, while teammate Gabby Krupilis went 2-for-4 at the plate. In the second game, the Cougars (313, 2-12) struck early, scoring three runs in the top of the first. But the Raiders came back, seizing a 5-3 lead in the third and never looking back. Warhola hit three triples, while pitcher Kylee Nester surrendered five hits.
Susquehanna Twp. 9 Middletown 1 The Indians (8-11, 7-8) scored three runs in the first inning and never trailed in a game on Monday, April 27 in Middletown. The Raiders closed to 3-1 in the third inning, but Susquehanna Twp. sealed the victory with a five-run fifth. Ava Mrakovich tallied Middletown’s only hit in the game.
Palmyra 5, Middletown 0 Palmyra pitcher Catherine Wicker shut out Middletown on five hits and struck out 15 batters as the Cougars (9-7, 8-6) beat the Raiders on Friday, May 1 in Middletown. Kylee Nester went 2-for-3 at the plate to lead Middletown. Palmyra collected 12 hits in the victory.
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Matt Anthony wears the gold medal he won at the Mid-Penn Conference boys’ tennis championships. His success as a singles player gave Middletown three great chances to win its best-of-five matches – three singles matches and two doubles matches – every time. “He was like a rock – he was very consistent,’’ Miller said. “What he lacks in skill, he makes up in his determination and perseverance to win.’’ Anthony, a senior, plans to attend Temple in the fall, and his tennis career will likely end, except for intramural games that the university may host among the student body. His gold medal, currently hanging in his family’s living room, may get special treatment. “I might get a case for it,’’ Anthony said. Jim Lewis: 717-944-4628, or jimlewis@pressandjournal.com
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an error that allowed Dintiman to race home for the the third run. Snell hit a one out triple in the bottom of the seventh inning for Harrisburg but was left stranded when reliever Zimmerman ended the threat with a pair of strikeouts. The second game – technically a home game for Middletown – lasted just four innings as the Raiders ran away with the win. Middletown’s Ethan Kell pitched the first three innings for the win and left the game with the Raiders holding a 10-0 lead. The winless Cougars struggled from the outset and failed to match the competitiveness they showed in the first game. Kell’s RBI fielder’s choice ground ball in the first inning knocked in Altland for the first run and an infield single by Florence drove in Blake Jacoby with two outs to gain the Raiders the early 2-0 lead. A leadoff walk to Harrisburg’s Jakai Cobb to start the second inning went for naught when Jerome Brown lined out to Handley at second and Cobb was doubled off first on the play. Dagen Hughes led off the bottom of the second inning for Middletown with a single to center and scored ahead of Jimmy Fitzpatrick on Altland’s RBI single to center. A ground out knocked in the third run of the inning and Ocker scored with two out on an error that pushed the Middletown lead to 6-0. Middletown runners Fitzpatrick, Altland, Finsterbush and Kell crossed the plate in the bottom of the third inning
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Middletown 2, Palmyra 0 Sims and Palmyra ace Bobby Dorta staged a pretty good pitchers’ duel on Friday at Middletown, but the Raiders scored a run in the bottom of the second stanza and another in the home half of the fifth to claim the victory. The Cougars (9-8, 6-8) had four hits in the game but could not turn any of them into much-needed runs. Sims recorded nine strikeouts in the complete game stint on the mound for the Raiders. A two-out infield single by Kell and a Palmyra error put two Middletown runners on base in the first inning, but both were left stranded. Palmyra’s Evan Hallowell singled with one out in the top of the second inning but Sims struck out the next two batters to keep the visitors off the scoreboard.
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to expand the Middletown advantage to 10-0. In the middle of it all, Ocker was thrown out at home trying to stretch a triple into a home run. The Cougars broke the ice in the top of the fourth inning following a triple by Snell and a fielder’s choice ground out by Brown. Harrisburg relief pitcher Ronald Kent was roughed up by the Middletown offense in the bottom of the fourth. Two walks, a single, an error and two more walks led to three Raider runs with one out as the Middletown lead grew to 13-1. Harper walked to force in another run and, with two outs, Imler reached base on an error that scored runs 15 and 16 and ended the game early.
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The Raiders broke the scoreless tie in the bottom of the second inning. Flowers led off with a walk, then Zimmerman drew a base on balls with one out. Altland’s two-out single to right field scored Flowers for the run. The Cougars threatened in the top of the third after Mike Arndt and Zach Miller hit back-to-back singles. With two outs, Dorta ripped a long fly ball to deep center, but Altland made a terrific running catch near the fence to end the threat. The score remained 1-0 until the bottom of the fifth inning, where the Raiders picked up an insurance run. After Florence led off with a walk, courtesy runner Blake Jacoby moved to second on Altland’s sacrifice bunt. Facing a 2-2 count, Finsterbush drilled a hard liner down the third base line to knock in Jacoby and give the home team a 2-0 lead. Sims sat down the Cougars in order in the top of the sixth inning and the Raiders nearly added another run in the home half. But Flowers was out at home trying to score on Zimmerman’s fly ball to left field. In the top of the seventh inning, Palmyra’s Nick DeCarlo tried to get something started for the visitors. But Ocker, at shortstop, made a great play on DeCarlo’s hard bouncer and Florence made an equally impressive scoop on the throw to first for the first out. Sims, who had great command of his fastball and curve throughout the game, then struck out the final two batters to nail down the victory.
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had been a student in an accounting class that Miller, a business teacher at Middletown Area High School, had taught, and “I knew he was a hard worker,’’ she said. “Any time you have a kid who has that desire, it flows out onto the field,’’ Miller said. “He’s just such a hard worker. He wouldn’t give up. He wouldn’t quit.’’ Though he already was on one high school sports team – the soccer squad – he dove into tennis. “I just played as much as I could,’’Anthony said. “I always took it seriously. It’s a school sport.’’ He improved over his junior year, to the point where he had his sights on a good season when spring arrived this year. He’s the kind of player who loves long volleys, and often endures longer than his opponents.
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When it came to tennis, Matt Anthony was a beginner. No tennis lessons. He was someone who had just picked up a racquet to join his best friend, a tennis enthusiast, on the court for a long, uneventful summer. So when he decided to audition for a spot on the Middletown boys’ tennis team last year, he showed up at the courts at the high school, a newbie in a landscape that was only slightly familiar. The coach asked him to return balls launched at him from a machine. When he recalls that audition, he still laughs. “I could get the ball over the net, but it wasn’t very pretty,’’ Anthony admitted. His returns “didn’t look good, but they got the job done.’’ They did indeed get the job done: He earned a spot on the team, and he figured it was because of his quick feet – he played on the soccer team. That, and the fact that others couldn’t hit as many shots over the net as he did. His summertime activity turned into a varsity tennis career, albeit a short one: This past spring, his second season on the team, he won the Mid-Penn Conference’s Class AA No. 3 singles title among boys, earning the gold medal on Saturday, May 2 in East Pennsboro. Playing at the No. 3 singles position all season for the Blue Raiders (11-5), Anthony compiled a 15-3 record in singles matches this year, teaming with No. 1 singles teammate Harry Kapenstein, his friend, and No. 2 singles player Eric Belles to form a trio that was difficult to beat. He decided to get better at tennis after that audition, and he did, through hard work and practice, said Coach Lynn Miller. What he may not have realized during that audition is that she was already impressed by his work ethic. Anthony
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Jacob R. Meck
Jacob R. Meck had many business interests at Meckville, Berks County, where he was postmaster. He was born in Meckville Bethel Township, this county on 4 May 1859, son of Benjamin and Elizabeth Ruth Meck. Benjamin Meck was born 28 July 1804 in Long Swamp Township, Berks County. When he was eight years old he lost his father in the war of 1812, and from that time was hired among strangers until he was grown to manhood. In 1825 he was married to Elizabeth Ruth, daughter of Jacob Ruth, who was born 6 February 1808, in Spring Township, Berks County. This couple resided in Spring and Lower Heidelberg townships until 1843 during which time he followed the trade of shoemaker, but having a longing for the fields he bought a farm of 175 acres in Bethel Township, where he resided until his death on 19, January 1889. His wife Elizabeth preceded him on 15 June 1885. He left his estate of $36,000 to his heirs. To Mr. & Mrs. Meck were born 14 children, 11 of whom survived childhood. Richard and Reuben, the two eldest, died when quite young; Sophie also passing away in childhood; Daniel followed farming on the homestead until his death in 1874; Charles A., followed the store business for 30 years in Schuylkill Haven, and then engaged in the lumber business until his death in the fall of 1901; Catherine married Jonathan Himmelberger, a miller and farmer of Hanover, and died in 1893; Benjamin engaged first in farming, later went into the store business at Mt. Joy, and then moved to Muncy, Lycoming County, where he resided for 30 years, in 1904 buying the old homestead, where he died in 1907; Rebecca married Edward Hass, a school teacher and farmer, who died 21 February 1900, and she resided in Hamlin, Pa; Elizabeth married Joel Strauss, a farmer, and died in 1874; Mary married William Werner, a farmer, died in 1873; Jonathan met his death accidentally, being struck on the head by a piece of flying stone at the Miller Stone Quarry at Annville, in 1902; James is in the insurance business at Harrisburg; Franklin clerked in stores at Lebanon and Schuylkill Haven until reaching his majority, when failing health caused him to go to Colorado, and there he died 30 April 1872. Jacob R. Meck received his early education in a country school and during 1875-76 attended Palatinate College, Myerstown, Pa. His help being needed at home, he was called from school and assisted his father on the farm until 1879, when he took up the store business for his life work, and he followed that line ever since at the same place. In the fall of 1879, D. M. Key appointed Mr. Meck postmaster at Meckville, which was named in his honor, and in 1884 he began the manufacture of cigars, which he continued until 1907, when other matters demanded so much of his time that he was obliged to abandon it. In the spring of 1891, seeing that his store room was entirely too small to enable him to render efficient service to his patrons, he built a three-story mansard building 50x50 feet on the opposite side of the street, which he occupied in the fall of that year. In 1894 urged by many of his customers he established a liquor store, and in that year he was granted a license, his application having an overwhelming number of signers. He is a wholesale liquor dealer. In the summer of 1902 he built a creamery and shirt factory, and in 1905 he bought the establishment of the Eagle Canning Company, at Fredericksburg, where he established a creamery and feed store in 1906. Mr. Meck is of the Reformed faith, and has been a member of St. Paul’s Church, Hamlin, since his 13th year, being secretary of the church since1880. On 27 October 1877, Mr. Meck married Hettie Esther Becker, daughter of Samuel Becker and to this union there were born seven children: (1) Walter F., was born April 15, 1878, at Meckville, Berks County, and after attending the local public schools at Schuylkill Haven, Pa. was a student at the Millersville State Normal School in 1895-96, assisted his father in the store until 1900, and then became a member of the underwear manufacturing firm of Meck & Coldren, at Schuylkill Haven until 1902. In that year he admitted Harry A. Reber, who purchased Mr. Coldren’s interest and the firm has since been operated under the name Meck and Company. On November 11, 1903, he married Urie Klahr, daughter of Jacob and Amelia (Zurbe) Klahr, of Schuylkill Haven, and they are the parents of three children: Charles Jacob, Mildred E. and Dorothy Amelia; (2) Cora, born in 1880, learned dressmaking at Lebanon. She married Calvin A. Kline, who since 1899 has clerked in his father-in-law’s store; (3) Gertrude, born in 1882, married Galam Piffer; (4) Howard, born in 1883, graduated from the Keystone State Normal School in the class of 1902, taught school for three years, graduated with honors from the bookkeeping department of the Eastman Business College, Poughkeepsie, N.Y., in 1906, and from the dairy department of the State College in 1907, now manages his father’s creamery. In the spring of 1906 he married Annie Bensing; (5) Mary, born in 1885, married Harry Baltz, a clerk at the American Iron and Steel Works, Lebanon; (6) Allen, born 1886, graduated in 1902 from public school with first honors, in 1905 from the Keystone State Normal School with honors, and in the fall of that year entered the sophomore class of Franklin and Marshall College, from which he was graduated in the spring of 1908 with honors. During the summer of 1908 he was a student in the Divinity Department of Chicago University and is now a student at the Eastern Theological Seminary of the Reformed Church; (7) Mabel, born in 1891, is assisting her parents at home and at the same time taking a course in music.
Following is a compilation of action in cases filed before District Magistrate Michael J. Smith Please be aware all those charged/cited are presumed innocent unless proven otherwise in a court of law. Waived to court Alexandria F. Owens, 19, of the 4000 block of Farmington Road, Harrisburg, waived to Dauphin County Court charges of DUI-highest rate of alcohol, DUI and involvement in an accident involving damage to attended vehicle. The charges stem from an incident on March 12. Mitchell A. Clark, 39, of the 2000 block of Penn St., Harrisburg, waived to Dauphin County Court charges of driving with a suspended license, being a habitual offender, vehicle turning left and giving false information. A charge of being involved in a accident involving injury was withdrawn. The charges stem from an incident on March 22. China L. Scott, 44, of the 5000 block of Manayunk Road, Harrisburg, waived to Dauphin County Court a charge of access device fraud. The charge stems from an incident in February. Desmond L. Thompson, 41, of the 1000 block of Bonnie Blue Lane, Middletown, waived to Dauphin County Court charges of DUI and DUI-high rate of alcohol. Charges of restriction on alcoholic beverages and driving a vehicle with no rear lights were withdrawn. The charges stem from an incident on Feb. 21. Joshua E. Lilley, 27, of the first block of Downing St., Carlisle, waived to Dauphin County Court charges of DUI and disregarding lanes of traffic. A charge of DUI-highest rate of alcohol was lowered to DUI-high rate of alcohol and that charge also was waived to court. The charges stem from an incident on Feb. 20. Ladhellis D. Charleston, 18, of the 1000 block of Georgetown Road, Middletown, waived to Dauphin County Court charges of simple assault, harassment and driving without a license. The charges stem from an incident on March 15. Jordan D. Sanchez, 26, of the 300 N. Paxtang Ave., Harrisburg, waived to Dauphin County Court a charge of hindering apprehension. The charge stems from an incident on Feb. 3. Michael L. Cathcart, 33, of the 1000 block of Pisgah Road, Landisburg, waived to Dauphin County Court two counts of harassment. The charges stem from an incident on Feb. 9. George A. Degraw, 19, of the 400 block of W. Main St., Middletown, waived to Dauphin County Court charges of manufacture, delivery and possession of a controlled substance
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with the intent to deliver the controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance, three counts of possession of drug paraphernalia and underage drinking. The charges stem from an incident on Jan. 21. James D. Hamilton, 20, of the 400 block of W. Main St., Middletown, waived to Dauphin County Court a charge of manufacture, delivery and possession of a controlled substance with the intent to deliver the controlled substance, two counts of possession of a controlled substance and three counts of possession of drug paraphernalia. Two counts of manufacture, delivery and possession of a controlled substance with the intent to deliver the controlled substance were withdrawn. The charges stem from an incident on Jan. 21. Shannon N. Rowe, 20, of the 200 block of S. Spring Garden St., Carlisle, waived to Dauphin County Court charges of DUI-controlled substance (two counts), possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. The charges stem from an incident on Jan. 11. Dashaun Guzman, 24, of the 600 block of E. End Ave., Lancaster, waived to Dauphin County Court charges of DUI and DUI-high rate of alcohol. A charge of driving while license is suspended or revoked was changed to driving without a license and that charge also was waived to court. Charges of passing improperly and following too closely were withdrawn. The charges stem from an incident on Jan. 19.
Donald R. Foster, 50, of the 1000 block of Zarker St., Harrisburg, waived to Dauphin County Court charges of DUI, DUI-highest rate of alcohol, DUI-controlled substance (three counts), driving with a blood-alcohol level of .02 or greater while driver’s license was suspended and disregarding lanes of traffic. The charges stem from an incident on Jan. 16.
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Saimun R. Raymond, 20, of Flushing, N.Y., pleaded guilty to a disorderly conduct citation. The charge stemmed from an incident on Feb. 28. Paul G. Gardosik, 56, of the 100 block of N. Front St., Harrisburg, pleaded guilty to a public drunkenness citation. The charge stemmed from an incident on Feb. 6. Dustin E. Camacho, 19, of the 1000 block of Overlook Road, Middletown, pleaded guilty to citations of disorderly conduct and defiant trespass. The charges stemmed from an incident on Sept. 25.
Charges of DUI-controlled substance and disregarding lanes of traffic were held for action in Dauphin County Court against Barbara N. Chapman, 61, of the 1000 block of Chatham Dr., Camp Hill. The charges stem from an incident on Jan. 17.
Charges of public drunkenness, giving false ID to police and disorderly conduct were held for action in Dauphin County Court against John M. Yinger, 48, of the 3000 block of Harvard Ave., Camp Hill. The charges stem from an incident on Jan. 7.
Charges of fleeing to elude a police officer, flight to avoid apprehension and driving with a suspended license were held for action in Dauphin County Court against Kevin B, Holmes, 41, of the first block of S. Callowhill St., Elizabethtville. The charges stem from an incident on Jan. 19.
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Guilty plea Gabriel K. Allen, 27, of the 400 block of Lincoln St., Steelton, pleaded guilty to charges of possession of a controlled substance and criminal trespass. The charges stemmed from an incident on March 23.
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Gratz Historical Society - we are inviting all members, officers, directors, volunteers and any other person or business that is interested in helping with Old Fashion English Tea & Crumpet Party with an auction in the fall. The detail of the auction to raise support funds for the society will be discussed at the following scheduled meeting on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 6 p.m. at the GHS building to discuss plans for this tea and auction. At the meeting, we will make a final decision whether or not to proceed with this Society Fund Raising program. The afternoon tea and auction will be held on a Saturday at the Gratz Community Center, probably 4-5 hours for everything from setup to cleanup. The day before the event, we could possibly set up and put together our auction items and gift baskets. If anyone is interested in helping call Society President Suzann Williams at 717-896-8126 with your ideas. Information Needed On The Old Kauffman Mill East Of Gratz - The Gratz Historical Society would appreciate having any information concerning the old water powered mill, known as Kauffman’s located east of Gratz. It was located along the stream that winds near Coleman’s Church and Rhumstown Road, not far from the stone bridge. It was apparently established in the early 1800s by members of the Klinger family. It continued to remain in the Klinger family for several generations. We have not learned why it became known as “Kauffman’s Mill.” We would like to learn more about the mill, and any memories or details of events handed down to some present generations. Call 717-896-8126 or write to The Gratz Historical Society, Box 507, Gratz, PA 17030. Lykens Township Research Is Back In Business - Update on the Lykens Township book. We were waiting to see when the Dauphin County deeds and other records are now back on line, making it possible for us to continue our routine research on individual properties. Hopefully, we will soon be able to announce great progress on the book. Upcoming Events - Gratz Historical Society - No meeting in July. On Thursday August 27, 2015: 6 p.m., Society picnic at Library & Museum Bldg. in Gratz. Each family is to share a food item.
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nited we vote. “Not voting for president this year, so I don’t care.” Well, good for you. But you still need to vote. Those who are disinterested in politics seem to think that their one little vote doesn’t count. Next time you hear that excuse, remind them that in the November 2014 election, Vicki Malone won her Middletown Borough Council seat by a margin of four votes! Arguably, those four votes dramatically shifted the political direction of council. What apathetic citizens fail to realize is that the decisions made today by our local government will impact our families for generations. Whether Republican or Democrat or neither, each candidate has envisioned a different path for her or his community. Taxes, spending, education, communication, business – nothing escapes the hand of politics. In Middletown Borough in particular, the past few years have been a tumultuous battleground for people fighting for what they believe. Regardless of our political differences, voting is one act that brings us all together and makes us think through our choices and helps to promote compromise – it is the one action through which we are a united community. As a vital local primary election approaches, there have been heated discussions, innuendos and mixed messages. In this week’s Press And Journal you’ll find our nonpartisan Voters’ Guide, which focuses on the May 19 primary election ballot for Middletown’s Borough Council, Lower Swatara Twp.’s Board of Commissioners, Londonderry Twp.’s Board of Supervisors and Middletown
Area School District’s Board of Directors. The guide allows you to compare candidates in key races and their responses to issues side-by-side. In early April, every candidate was sent a letter inviting them to respond to three specific questions. You will find some of the candidates elected to answer questions very concisely, while others voiced detailed statements. Some chose not to answer at all. Whether a candidate chose to respond or not, the Voters’ Guide will provide you with a glimpse into each candidate’s motives beyond the campaign rhetoric. Free copies will be available at our office or online at www.pressandjournal.com in a PDF format from Friday, May 13 to Election Day, Tuesday, May 19. There’s also another excellent opportunity to get to know the candidates who are seeking your vote: On Sunday, May 17 from 6 to 8 p.m., amid good conversation, drinks and light refreshments, we’re hosting our second Meet & Greet in our offices at 20 S. Union St. Our first Meet & Greet was a great success, with more than 85 people attending. This time we’ve changed it up a bit and invited local political candidates to attend. There will be no debate, no question-and-answer session – just an opportunity for voters to meet and mingle with the candidates. See a real-time list of RSVP’d candidates on our Facebook page. If you live, work, own property, have a business or have an ongoing community interest, please mark your calendar to attend the Meet & Greet. If you are a registered voter in one of the municipalities listed above, take the time to read through our Voters’ Guide – and get out and vote! There’s a lot happening out there. We get it. That’s why you have us.
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Which candidates seem to know the true meaning of "politics?'' “Government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.” These are the closing words of President Abraham Lincoln’s Nov. 19, 1863 Gettysburg Address. That famous speech served as a reminder that Union soldiers killed at the Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War did not die in vain. Now, 152 years later, it continues to remind us how important it is to fight for the vision and ideals of our Founding Fathers. In my Oct. 30, 2013 letter to the citizens, I discussed the definition of “politics” and “politician.” Generally, those words have a negative connotation. In reality, “politics” is derived from the Greek word “politikos,” which means “of, for, or relating to citizens.” Unfortunately for Middletown, certain elected officials have given credence to the negative definition, while ignoring the very people who put them in the borough council seat to begin with. When elected your mayor, I had no allegiance to any person or group. That being said, my very vocal opposition to the decisions and manner in which some operate should speak volumes to you as constituents. A select few have argued my criticism only “creates a divide.” If battling for transparency and the respect of residents creates a divide, so be it. I will sleep at night knowing I am on the correct side of the chasm. With merely weeks left before the May 19 primary election, your doors will be flooded with propaganda. While I will openly admit there have been some positives for Middletown in recent years, I ask at what cost? Our residents are sickened at the thought of attending a council meeting. Middletown is mocked by neighboring municipalities. A state representative and senator have expressed disappointment with certain “leaders.” This is not the way a small town government should operate. Replacing pipes and installing new curbs are accomplishments. They mean nothing, however, when citizens move away and business refuse to move in because of the polluted atmosphere. Fortunately, there is a solution. You. It is easy for the same five people to submit negative Sound-Off entries week after week. It is easy for certain groups to make empty promises on unsigned propaganda. The actions of a candidate prior to taking office are a true indication of how they will operate while in office. I respectfully request you consider those candidates who have taken the opportunity to walk door-
to-door and speak with you face-to-face. It is those candidates who will remember the true meaning of “politics.” As voters, you bring candidates to the threshold of public service. Vote for the ones who won’t shut the door behind them once they cross it. Mayor James H. Curry III Middletown
Respect and trust make good politics Two years ago, I made a very difficult decision. I chose to run for a position on Middletown Borough Council. I didn’t do it for power. I didn’t do it for influence. I certainly didn’t do it for fun. I did it for the future. I did it because all too often I found myself bemoaning our local government and complaining about how things were done, why they were done and what should be done. Recognizing that all my talk could accomplish nothing, I made the decision to take an active part in the process of governing. I had optimism, idealism and righteousness on my side. I had support from family, friends and fortunately, the voters. As I sit here two years later on the cusp of a movement for change, I reflect on the reality of public service and the role of the elected official. Early in the process as a candidate, I learned that I would have to withstand personal attacks on myself and my family. I learned that righteousness is relative, idealism is naive and optimism is fragile. These were important and necessary lessons. They toughened me up and opened my eyes to the hostility, fear and desperation of those whose power is challenged by new ideas, different styles and independent thought. I wish I could say it prepared me for my experience as a Middletown Borough councilor, but that would not be the truth. It did, however, enlighten me as to what I would face in my new role. I have served on council since January 2014. It has proven to be a difficult and frustrating challenge. It is not for the faint of heart or weak of spirit. It is not for the easily swayed or easily satisfied. It is not for the egotists or the power hungry. It is for those with the understanding that everything done is done for the people they serve. Agree
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with them, disagree with them, like them, hate them, understand them, misunderstand them – none of it matters. The one and only thing that matters is that their elected officials respect them. The people we serve have the right to be included in the decision-making. The government works for them; they do not work for the government. They have the undeniable right to be heard, but even more importantly they should have the guarantee that their concerns will be listened to and addressed. It is impossible for every decision made by a government body to be pleasing and acceptable to all. It is often the case that unpopular decisions will be made, controversial choices will occur – and these will all be based on the information acquired by the body from many sources, not all of which are available to the general public. Maybe I do have some idealism left after all, because I believe that sharing information, listening to constituents, conversing with them and validating them is good government, representative of the people even when the decisions are unpopular or the vote is contrary to what was hoped. Our government from the top down is designed to include the people in both the process and the product of decision-making, policy and procedure development, and planning for the future for this and all the generations that follow us. It is a sad but true fact that most Americans do not trust politicians and the government entities they populate. This is why many people try to disassociate themselves from the political process and deny that they are politicians or insiders. The truth of the matter is if you are in a position on a government body – whether it’s a council, township, school board, commission, legislative house, etc. – you are a politician, because you have chosen to run for a political office and you have been elected to do so by the power of the people. The definition of a politician is: “A politician, political leader or political figure is a person involved in influencing public policy and decision-making. They create or propose laws that further the general interest of the public.” It is interesting to me that nowhere in that or any other definition I have seen is the description of a politician as someone who acts to gain an advantage for themselves. Of course, there are many politicians who do this, just as there are many supervisors, CEOs, directors and managers who do the same thing. They just have a smaller audience. Those kind of politicians give those with the better motives a bad name. Those who pretend to be what they are not and those who state that politics is not important or does not matter are lying. Politics is the driving force behind, in front of and all around the government spectrum, so please give it its due. It matters, and we should care about it because it impacts how and why government works. I truly believe that the people of Middletown want a government body that hears their concerns, represents their needs, respects their ideas and makes its decisions based on the general interests of the people it serves. I believe they want representatives who do not hold them in contempt but rather welcome their questions, requests and opinions. I believe that when public servants respects their constituents, their constituents will respect them in return, even when they do not always agree with them. The public has the right to know what
their elected officials think, their positions on relevant topics, their voting record, their plans for the future. Arm yourself with that information as you head to the polls on May 19 and then vote for those you respect and trust. Vote for those who respect and trust you. Remember: Your vote could be the one that changes the direction of Middletown. Anne Einhorn Middletown The writer is a member of Middletown Borough Council representing the Second Ward.
Leaders must lead by example Why can’t we all just work together? Why can’t we move forward and stop dwelling on the sins of the past? These are very appropriate and timely questions that I hear asked repeatedly about the political atmosphere in the Borough of Middletown. Contrary to popular belief, the answers to these questions are far from easy to ascertain. The political battles being fought today stem from disputes and differences of opinion that have roots dating back for decades – roots that have grown so deep that nothing anyone can say or do is going to help change the situation. The only way to instill real, positive change is to replace the old with the new and start fresh. I have debated for a long time on whether or not to write this, as I know it will be misconstrued by some as a political attack when, in fact, it’s a plea for something to change. The reason I ran for Middletown Borough Council last year was not because I wanted to stick my feet in the muddy waters of politics. It also wasn’t because I was looking for a venue to go to twice a month to fight and argue about things that shouldn’t need to be argued about. I ran because I thought I could help bring my fractured hometown back from the brink of collapse. I was very naive to think that bringing the two sides of the spectrum together to accomplish positive things could easily be done. After more than a year of trying to work together, I’ve come to the conclusion that the only way things will be different is if we put different people in charge. Before you begin to think that this is my way of saying that I want to be in charge, think again. What I really want is a leader who will lead by example and treat others with the respect they deserve. Andrew Carnegie once said, “No man will make a great leader who wants to do it all himself or get all the credit for doing it.” In short, we are all a team. This includes council, borough management, borough employees, the police and fire departments, etc. Each of these groups has an investment in our town and is directly affected by the important decisions that are being made. My problem with the current leadership is that they are not taking into account each of these groups when they make decisions. Instead of looking at the big picture, they focus their energy on big, name-worthy projects that will get their names in the paper. While the Streetscape Project and other similar projects may, in fact, be needed, that doesn’t mean that we
should focus all of our attention and energy on them and forget about the smaller issues that people have to deal with every day. That’s not right. It may be difficult for people who aren’t as involved in the day-to-day happenings to understand my frustration, so I’ll give a short example. As some may know, I am the chairman of council’s finance committee. I have asked numerous times for monthly expense reports to be delivered to myself as well as the rest of council so that everyone can get a clear understanding as to where our money is being spent. If we don’t have a good grip on where we spend taxpayers' money, how can we even attempt to find ways to make our government more efficient? After months of constant badgering for the information, I finally received two months’ worth of reports. I thought that maybe things were changing and we would start to receive the information on an ongoing basis – but I was wrong: We haven’t received anything since. It’s extremely embarrassing when the chairman of the finance committee can’t obtain information about the finances of the borough he represents. Everyone can admit that right now, the borough has a perception problem. We are looked at by outsiders as a joke and are constantly the centerpiece of negative news stories. In my short time in office, the current leadership has managed to upset a state representative, a state senator and senior management-level employees of state government. This is inexcusable and, frankly, can’t be tolerated. If we truly want to turn things around, we will need all of the help that we can get, which includes help from the state and the county. The damaged relationships that the leadership has cultured are just another reason why we need to make a strong and definitive change to turn the tide. Before the bashing begins, let me say that I think the current majority has done some good things during their time in office. For example, our applications for grant funding from the state and county are up substantially, and on numerous occasions we have been awarded money to spend on various projects. I wish good things like this that they have done could be coupled with improvement on the other things they haven’t. Unfortunately, I have yet to see any improvement and I still feel as though there are people on council that don’t care what the people who elected them think. When you are serving the interests of an entire town, it’s unfair to cherry pick certain things you’re interested in and forget about the rest. That’s not how public service and leadership works. The borough is at a critical point in its revival. I, for one, refuse to stand idly by while people are forgotten about and treated unfairly. It is my sincere hope that one way or another, things change. I will continue to do my best and give my all for the people who elected me, and I hope that others will begin to believe as I do – that there is a bright light at the end of the tunnel. To get there, things have to drastically change – and I’m confident that they can and will. Benjamin Kapenstein Middletown The writer is a member of Middletown Borough Council representing the Second Ward.
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joined my colleagues in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in support of legislation that would help to ensure the health and safety of Pennsylvania school students who suffer from severe allergic reactions. House Bill 423 will next be considered by the Senate. The legislation would provide civil immunity to school bus drivers who administer epinephrine autoinjectors, or epi-pens, to students who experience an allergic reaction while riding on a school bus. Under House Bill 423, a school bus driver must first complete a training program developed by the state Department of Health and comply with school district policy to be qualified to use the epi-pen. Some school districts and school bus companies currently permit their drivers to administer epi-pens to student passengers who have an allergic reaction. However, drivers may be reluctant to apply the potentially life-saving treatment because of liability issues. House Bill 423 does not mandate that school districts or school bus companies enact an epi-pen policy, only that such a policy would allow for civil immunity if the guidelines are met.
Similar legislation was passed by the House during the 2013-14 legislative session, but it failed to come up for a vote in the Senate.
Upcoming road work Road work season is underway in Pennsylvania! Thanks to increased funding made available by the state’s transportation plan, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) will begin several transportation improvement projects in the 106th District this year and in 2016. I supported the transportation plan when it came before the House, so I am pleased our local residents will benefit from improved roads and bridges. Here is a list of upcoming road work residents can expect to see within the next two years: 2015 • Rehabilitation of the Harrisburg Pike Bridge on Route 230 over the Swatara Creek between Middletown Borough and Londonderry Twp. • Resurfacing of Cocoa Avenue in Derry Twp. • Replacement of the bridge and roadway on Park Boulevard in Derry Twp.
2016 • Resurfacing of Routes 322/422 Expressway in Swatara Twp., Derry Twp. and Hummelstown Borough. • Continuation of the replacement of the bridge and roadway on Park Boulevard in Derry Twp. • Addition of ramp extensions from Waltonville Road to Route 322/Hersheypark Drive exit and westbound from Route 322/Hersheypark Drive exit to Waltonville Road in Derry Twp. • Replacement of the Route 743 Park Avenue Bridge over Spring Creek in Derry Twp. More than 250 additional projects across the state will take place because of Act 89, which passed the General Assembly in November 2013. Statewide, more than 200 projects to improve 83 bridges and pave nearly 1,600 miles of roadway began just last year. John D. Payne is a Republican member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. He represents the 106th District, which includes Middletown, Royalton, Lower Swatara Twp., Hummelstown, Derry Twp., Conewago Twp. and part of Swatara Twp.
• “What is wrong with these older
kids today? They think they can walk all over the elderly people and think they can get away with it – to where they just walk into their grandparents’ house and take things and do not bring it back. If we did that when we were their age we got in trouble for it. That’s right – they take after their parents, who show no respect for anyone, so they think they could do it. Like they say, ‘Loose lips sink ships.’ You own kids will do the same to you.”
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• “Congratulations to Mr. Fager. What a good man.”
• “Since the borough is moving the town clock, why not place it across the street to enhance the gazebo? It would then be more visible sitting on that open space.”
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Orangeade and the kindness of Mr. Roksandic I bathroom. I couldn’t see straight. Literally. Had Mr. Roksandic seen me instead? No. Things would’ve turned out differently. Mr. Roksandic would’ve taken a tether ball paddle and given me a good swat on the backside. But I would’ve been spared the indignity of smoking an entire pack of non-filtered Chesterfield Kings! It would’ve been just between me and Mr. Roksandic. He was a peach. Different times. I don’t know how Mr. Roksandic pulled this off, but I remember one summer afternoon he had Brooks Robinson, Boog Powell, Gus Triandos and Jim Gentile, all players from the Baltimore Orioles, come to the old baseball field behind the fence of the Feaser School and give batting and fielding lessons to us kids. No charge for autographs. They brought with them old, cracked professional baseball bats. I was fortunate enough to get one.
I meticulously screwed and taped it back together – it was too heavy to swing. It got lost in the Flood of 1972. I still can’t believe Mr. Roksandic pulled this off. I’m pretty sure he didn’t pay them. I’m pretty sure the four Oriole players didn’t expect it. Different times. That orangeade brought back those memories. In the rear of the Feaser School, there was a vending machine under the stairwell. It dispensed white milk, chocolate milk, lemonade and orangeade in 8-ounce wax cartons. I loved the taste of that cold orangeade on those steamy, summer afternoons. They cost a nickel each. I still remember Mr. Roksandic pulling nickels out of his pocket every day and placing them in the palms of those unfortunate kids. Kindness. Different times. Eddie Costik, a Middletown native, writes from Hummelstown.
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Are you perplexed or perhaps distressed by the rapid change in moral standards of the present day? We at Calvary Church are committed to upholding the unchanging standards of the Word of God, which is revealed in the Bible. We are also committed to proclaiming the hope of salvation from the sin that results from the world’s changing moral standards, the hope found in faith in Jesus Christ alone. We invite you to join us each Sunday to hear more about this message of
free grace. Our services are at 10:15 a.m. and 6 p.m. We are located at the corner of Spruce and Emaus streets here in Middletown. 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. We also have Sunday school classes for all ages at 9 a.m., and a Bible Study each Wednesday at 7 p.m. We are now studying the Gospel of Luke. Feel free to contact us with questions at 944-5835.
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The Presbyterian Congregation is located at the corner of Union and Water streets in downtown Middletown. We are a body of Christian people who reach out to others by sharing God’s Word, love, and fellowship. Warm greetings to one and all as we seek to grow closer to our Lord Jesus Christ. Please plan to join us for worship visitors are especially welcome. On Sunday, May 10 Church school begins at 9:15 a.m. with classes for all ages. Children meet in the Morrow Room; Teens meet in the Teen Room; Adult Forum meets in Fellowship Hall. Adult Forum will hear from our Parish Nurse Jane Neff as she talks about the change in Pennsylvania’s Child Protective Services Law and its effects on our church. The discussion will include a definition of child abuse, acts which constitute child abuse, reporting child abuse, and background checks. Join us for Worship on May 10 at 10:30 a.m. as we continue seeking God’s guidance in Jesus Christ. Invite a friend and join us. Nursery is available during this service, and there are hearing devices for anyone wanting to use one, as well as Bible Listening bags for children to utilize during the service. Grace Triumphant is a Bible Study that meets each Sunday from 5:30 to
7:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Those who attend bring food to share from 5:30 to 6 p.m. The study follows at 6 p.m. Please direct your questions to Paula and Larry at 717-944-3131. Join us on Monday, May 18 at Hoss’s Restaurant in Hummelstown. The restaurant has graciously agreed to support our church by donating 20 percent of the proceeds back to fund the ongoing mission of our church. Please contact the church office for a Community Fundraiser Card, needed to participate in the fundraiser. The SAGE Annual Picnic with the PEP Set of Mechanicsburg Presbyterian Church is Wed., May 20 at noon. All are welcome to join us for a tasty picnic lunch in Fellowship Hall. We will play bingo after lunch. There is a cost. Please contact the church office for more information. Our music director Darrell Woomer is currently teaching a class “A New Look at the Gospels” Tuesdays from 7 to 8 p.m. and Wednesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. The class will continue until May 20. The Parish Nurse is available by calling the church office at 717-9444322. For further information, see our Website www.pcmdt.org, visit our Facebook page www.facebook. com/Presbyterian Congregation, or call the office.
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Phone 939-0766 Sunday Worship: Traditional - 8:45 am • Contemporary - 10:45 am Christian Education (All Ages) - 10 am Christian Child Care - 985-1650
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. We are a Safe Sanctuary congregation. Our church steeple bell tolls four times at the beginning of worship. One for the Father, the Son, the Holy Spirit, and you. New Beginnings Church invites you to worship with us each Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Nursery and children’s church is provided. Our congregation meets at the Riverside Chapel, 630 S. Union St., next to the Rescue Fire Company. Sunday School for all ages is at 9 a.m. We are handicap accessible via ramp at back door. Youth Fellowship is from 5 to 7 p.m. For additional church information call 944-9595. Wednesdays: Craft Group, 1 p.m.; Choir rehearsals, 6:30 p.m. Thursdays: Intercessory Prayer Group at 6 p.m., followed by Pastor Britt’s Bible study at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to participate in these important areas of our church life. Sociable Seniors group meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. Blanket making is the 2nd Thursday of every month at 9:30 a.m. Intercessory Prayer will begin at 6 p.m. on Thursdays, followed by the Sanctuary being open from 6:15 to 6:50 p.m. for anyone to come and pray. The community is invited to stop and pray. Children’s Church leaders for May
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Open Door Bible Church 200 Nissley Drive, Middletown, PA (Located In Lower Swatara Township) Pastor JONATHAN E. TILLMAN
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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
REV. KIMBERLY SHIFLER, Pastor
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Geyers United Methodist Church
Seven Sorrows BVM Parish
944-9608 Sunday School - 9:15 am • Worship Services - 8 & 10:30 am Classes for Special Education (Sunday Morning & Thursday Evening)
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Worship - 9 am - Followed by Coffee Fellowship Sunday School - 10:30 am
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10: Bobby Bright, Katie and Jenny Strohecker. Nursery: Dana Rhine, Evette Graham. Acolyte for May: Faith Rhine. Ushers for May: Becky Smith, Tammy Kreiser, Gaye and Irv Turpin. Meals on Wheels volunteers for the week of May 11: Nancy Leister, Charlie Schiefer, Pam and Terry Eberly. Daytime Bible Study is on Wednesday’s at 11 a.m. The topic is “David and the Psalms.” Everyone is invited. A new men’s group is being started to inspire and empower men in their faith. This will be a fellowship group that will meet, fellowship, dine and pray together, discussing topics of interest that deal with everyday living. If you are interested in being part of this group call Sam Rainal at 951-4866. Sat., May 9: Woman’s Breakfast served by the men of the church. All are invited to attend and can call Carol Helman at 944-4861. Sun., May 10 through June 21 is our Baby Bottle outreach for Morningstar Pregnancy Services. Thurs., May 14: 7 p.m., Ascension Day service. All are invited to attend. Sat., May 16: 9 a.m., Cleaning of the Middletown Food Bank. We will clean the 3rd Saturday every other month. If you would like to participate in this ministry outreach call Bobby Bright at 944-5454. Sun., May 17: Reception of new members. 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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Wesley United Methodist Church 64 Ann Street, Middletown REV. JIM DAWES, Pastor
Phone 944-6242 Sunday Worship - 8:30 &10:30 am • Come as you are! Follow Jesus, Change the World.
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Visitors to our worship service are always welcome. May this time of praising God and learning of his plan for our lives be helpful to one and all. 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 for May 6-12 are always open to everyone. Wed., May 6: 6 p.m., Alcoholics Anonymous Book Study; 6:30 p.m., Senior Choir rehearsal. Thurs., May 7: 6 p.m., Girl Scout Troop #10067.
Sun., May 10: 9 a.m., Sunday Church school, with classes for all ages. Adult Sunday school devotional leader for May: Bill Harris; 10:15 a.m., Worship service. The worship center is handicap and wheelchair accessible. Lay Liturgist: Ken Frisbie. Nursery helpers: Gloria Clouser, Vickie Hubbard. The altar flowers are given in memory of all the mothers of the church presented by the Ladies Bible Class; 11:30 a.m., cookies, refreshments and fellowship time. Tues., May 12: 2 p.m., Prayer Shawl Ministry; 6 p.m., Finance Committee meeting; 7 p.m., Church Council meeting.
First Church of God Middletown
First Church of God, 245 W. High Street, Middletown, invites you to join us for worship at either 8 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. this Sunday. Childcare is provided. Sunday mornings at 9:15 a.m. classes are available for Youth (grades 6-12), FROG Pond (1st through 5th grade), Kindergarten (4-5 year olds), Nursery (infants through age 3), and Adult classes that offer a variety of Bible studies and electives. Classes for special education are also available.
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adult group meets twice monthly, the 2nd and 4th Mondays at 7 p.m. in the church office. We also offer a variety of adult groups including Bible studies, book clubs, and a beginners sewing club. Please call for details. There is a prayer time, “Partners in Prayer,” that meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Through scripture, song, and meditation we experience the joy of God’s presence. Have a favorite board game? “Game Night” is every third Monday at 6:30 p.m. We welcome any group ideas. Any questions please call us at 939-0766.
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Ebenezer United Methodist Church, 890 Ebenezer Road, Middletown, invites everyone to join us for worship on Sunday mornings led by Pastor Brad Gilbert. Our services are relaxed and casual. We offer a traditional service at 8:45 a.m. and a contemporary service with a band (electric guitars) at 10:45 a.m. At 10 a.m., between services, there are a variety of Christian education classes for all ages. Nursery is available throughout the morning. We have several things happening at Ebenezer and all are welcome. Our youth group (kids in grades 6-12) meets Sundays at 6 p.m. A young
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has a good supply of men’s suits and dress shirts. High school seniors needing a suit or shirt for graduation are invited to give us a call. We are open on the Fourth Friday of the month from 4 to 6 p.m. Free clothes in all sizes from infant to adult are available. A Community Care ministry has been organized. We are gathering personal hygiene products to be available to neighbors who have a need for laundry detergent, soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, combs/brushes and other such essential items. Wesley is located at the corner of Ann and Catherine sts. in Middletown. Contact us by e-mail at wesleyumc@ comcast.net. Call us at 944-6242. “Follow Jesus, Change the World. Seek. Serve. Send.”
Ebenezer United Methodist Church
New Beginnings Church
BRAD GILBERT, Pastor
Spruce & Water Sts., Middletown
May has arrived and with it the promise of spring is being fulfilled. The resurrection of Jesus has the same affect on us. Because Jesus lives, we know God’s promises are being fulfilled. Come and join us in the living God’s promises in the world today. Sunday Worship services are held at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Our early service is informal and features a Praise Band. Our later service follows a traditional pattern and includes all types of music. We encourage people to “come as you are.” We share Holy Communion on the first Sunday of every month. Our table is open to all who love Jesus and desire to walk in his ways. Pastor Dawes’ Sunday sermon is “A Parent’s Love” based on Acts 10:44-48. Our Threads of Hope Clothing Bank
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Middletown St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church and Community Events: Mon., May 4: 6 p.m., Bible Study. Church is located at Spring and Union streets, Middletown. We are a Recon- Please note time change for this date. Wed., May 6: 3:30 to 5 p.m., Homeciling In Christ Church. You are invited to join us for wor- work Club; 6 to 8 p.m., Painting Party; ship on Wednesday morning, Saturday 7 p.m., Adult Choir. Thurs., May 7: 6 to 8 p.m., Paintevening and Sunday morning. Sunday worship times are 8:15 and 11 a.m. ing Party. Fri., May 8: 6 to 8 p.m., Painting Sunday Church School is at 9:45 Party. a.m. Our 11 a.m. worship service is Sat., May 9: 5 p.m., Holy Combroadcast live on WMSS 91.1. munion. Wednesday morning service is at 10 Mon., May 11: 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., a.m.; Saturday at 5 p.m. is a casual Community dinner at St. Peter’s traditional service and is 45 minutes featuring meatball stroganoff. All are in length. Please enter through the welcome. There is a cost. parking lot doors. Tues., May 12: 3:30 to 5 p.m., The first Sunday of each month is Homework Club wraps up; 6:30 p.m., Food Pantry Sunday. Our food pantry Congregational Council. is in need of personal care and nonVisit our website at www.stpeperishable food items. Items collected tersmiddletown.org. are taken to the Interfaith Food Pantry Scripture for May 10: Acts 10:44-48; located at 201 Wyoming St., Royalton. Ps. 98; 1 John 5:1-16; John 15:9-17.
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B-10 - THE PRESS AND JOURNAL, Wednesday, May 6, 2015
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Lower Swatara Twp. Athletic Association Opening Day
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hey anxiously swung their bats, dashed eagerly around the bases. There was joy in Mudville when young baseball and softball players took to the field for the first time this spring during the Lower Swatara Twp. Athletic Association’s Opening Day on Saturday, April 25 at Memorial Field in the Little Hollywood Field Complex. More than 280 kids signed up for the association’s leagues this season, and many attended the ceremonious first day, playing in scrimmage games and testing their pitching speed. A game with coaches and volunteers, a tradition, highlighted the day. See who was there!
Photos by Jaime Rishar and Michael Swartz Jr.
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