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Weatherly council, mayor honor Donna Murmello Employee relations, form of government also debated at session by Ruth Isenberg
The council chambers were packed on Monday evening, and the parking lot was full. A much larger than usual crowd filled the seats for the January 27 meeting. They were there to honor and say thank you to Donna Murmello, who has been part of the health care community of Weatherly and the area for 50 years. The very surprised registered nurse was presented with a proclamation by Mayor Paul Hadzick, which read in part:
See WEATHERLY, page 6
Truly surprised, Donna Murmello (center, turquoise jacket) is greeted by friends and wellJH: Ruth Isenberg wishers at the Weatherly Borough council meeting Monday.
Tim Janosco appointed White Haven mayor by Ruth Isenberg
White Haven Borough Council president John Klem, left, administers the oath of office to new mayor Tim Janosco, JH: Ruth Isenberg accompanied by his wife Denise.
A letter from White Haven Mayor Fred Meier resigning from his post was accepted by council during its January 27 meeting. In his letter, Meier expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the borough, and expressed confidence in the community’s future. The resignation was accepted with thanks from the members present, Charlie Best, John Klem, Bob Lamson, Zane Writer and John Zugarek. Council members Julie Fallon and Harvey Morrison were absent. Meier had set January 17 as his retirement date, so borough manager Linda Szoke had advertised and posted the opening. Letters of interest were received from four borough residents—Craig Hochman, Rose Diel, Tony Barruzza, and Tim Janosco—and some from
non-residents of the borough who live in Dennison or Foster Township, so are not eligible. Janosco, who previously served on borough council and was chairman of the police committee was unanimously elected, and appointed by resolution. He was sworn in by council president Klem. Friends and family supplied a cake to celebrate at the close of the meeting.
Jam Below the Dam
Greater White Haven Chamber of Commerce president Karen Medvitz addressed council, seeking permission to close part of Main Street for the annual Jam Below the Dam, Friday and Saturday, July 25 and 26. She stressed how
See WHITE HAVEN, page 7