The Home News April 2

Cement Village

Today I am driving through Ormrod in North Whitehall Township. The former Giant Cement Company homes still border the highway, recalling an era when cement provided jobs for the village. Many of the workers were newly arrived immigrants. The Lehigh Portland Cement Company owned the plants and prospered there for over 60 years. The Lehigh Portland Cement

Company was organized by General Harry C. Trexler, a famous Lehigh Valley industrialist and philanthropist. The company owned local plants in Ormrod, West Coplay, Fogelsville and Sandt’s Eddy. The first president was General Trexler; George Ormrod was Vice-President.

George Ormrod was born in 1839 in Preston, Lancashire,

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By KERI LINDENMUTH

The Allen Township Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a final plan amendment that would convert a 1,011,808 square-foot warehouse along Liberty Drive into a data center. The decision was made during the township’s March 24 public meeting, following a presentation by Prologis Lehigh Valley, the owners of the property.

The warehouse, at 2500 Liberty Drive, was approved in 2016 and constructed in 2023. Prologis requested a change of use for the building from a warehouse to one that would provide “wholesale storage of electronic information,” a use that is permitted in the property’s zone.

“There is no sleight of hand or false intention,” attorney Joseph Fitzpatrick, representing Prologis,

said of this definition, which some residents called “a stretch.”

“There was just no other [zoning] definition that was even close.”

Prologis Market Officer Justin Fanslau said this new definition simply gives “flexibility to what is

Lehigh Township Supervisors Examine ordinance changes

By LAURA KLOTZ

The March 24 meeting of the Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors opened with a report from Matt Wanamaker, representing the Pennoni consulting firm, which is overseeing the revision of the township’s zoning ordinances and SALDO. Wanamaker reported that his staff met with township employees and worked together on a plan to move forward.

They are still working on documentation and map changes, but Township Engineer Michael Muffley stated that the most recent round of comments “really got us going in the right direction.” Supervisor Cynthia Miller added that the current work being done is just on the zoning ordinances, and that the SALDO still remains to be done, but should be much easier.

Once completed, the final

draft will be brought to the Lehigh Township Planning Commission. From there, it will go to

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being stored inside the building.”

Solicitor Lincoln Treadwell explained to the public that this change of use simply requires a zoning permit, but “in an effort to be as open and transparent as possible, [Prologis] came to the board.”

He compared the conversion to one fast food chain, like McDonald’s, moving out of a property, and another, like Wendy’s, moving in.

“It is a permitted use in that zoning district,” he explained.

In his presentation, Fanslau outlined how this new use would decrease traffic, from over 900 vehicles per day to under 100.

The building will not be expanding its footprint.

“This amendment allows a lower impact use in an already approved industrial framework,” he explained.

He also addressed the building’s water and electricity use, two common concerns expressed as data centers take up residence across the state.

Prologis has confirmed with

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PPL that excess capacity is available to power the building. A high-voltage utility pole already sits on the property. Power will be funneled toward a private substation that Prologis will build and fund throughout the life of the building.

“We are paying for the infrastructure,” Fanslau confirmed.

Former truck courts will be converted into spaces for backup diesel generators.

To cool the systems, the property will use what Fanslau calls a “closed loop” system, with the same water being continuously funneled throughout the property to cool equipment. As a result, Fanslau said the property will use no more water than an average office building.

Supervisor Gary Behler asked Prologis to consider adding solar panels to the roof of the building as a way to make up for the power consumption the center will be using. (Prologis is the third-largest owner of rooftop solar in the country.) He also requested that a noise study be done before the data center is completed and after it is in operation to ensure sound from the generators does not vio-

late any township ordinance.

For Behler, this amendment is one the township could not fight.

“Even though I think [the definition] is odd ... the consequence, because we don’t have that use ... [is] it would be challenged, and they could put [the data center] anywhere in the township.”

He acknowledged that the industrial land on Liberty Drive, situated near a quarry, is “probably the best area in the township to have it.”

Following the decision, the board requested that the Planning Commission begin the process of drafting a data center use to add to the township’s zoning ordinance, ensuring the township has more of a say in where data centers may be proposed in the future.

As Fitzpatrick said earlier in the meeting, the need for data centers will not subside any time soon.

“If any of you use a cell phone ... you are using a data center.”

The next Allen Township Board of Supervisors meeting will be on Tuesday, April 14, at 6 p.m. in the Allen Township Municipal Building, located at 50 Snow Hill Road.

the Lehigh Portland Cement Company. Highly respected by General Trexler, he was chosen as Lehigh’s Vice President. Ormrod died in 1915. His son Donald joined the Lehigh Board upon his father’s death.

The village of Ormrod’s location had an excellent supply of cement rock and they were able to attract hardworking local and immigrant employees. The first Lehigh Ormrod plant was con-

England. His father died in his youth, but he was able to attend an engineering school in Manchester.

He came to America as a young man and was hired by an anthracite mining company in Tamaqua. Mr. Ormrod would later build coal collieries and become a stockholder, director and president of a coal company.

A visionary, he came to Emmaus and constructed a blast furnace and forge. His daughters would marry men who were involved in the management of

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structed in 1898. The demand for cement was so great that a second plant was added in 1902 and a third plant was added in 1903.

The village was named in honor of George Ormrod because of his leadership in the Lehigh Valley cement industry. However, the cement era in the village sadly ended in 1958.

Many years ago, I spoke to a gentleman whose family resided

in a company home in the village. The plants were practically in their back yard. His father and brothers could easily walk to work each day. After the plant closed, he would drive past the old plant and company homes on occasion, remembering cherished memories of the past. In two weeks, we will be

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the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission, the Board of Supervisors and then they will advertise for a hearing. All of the steps involved will take approximately three more months.

The board voted to repeal the existing ordinance about fireworks and replace it with a newly rewritten version. The new wording brings the ordinance into compliance with state law. Township Solicitor David M. Backenstoe explained that the biggest change is the way the ordinance now defines both commercial and consumer fireworks. Commercial fireworks can only be set off by licensed professionals, while consumer fireworks are available for any adult to purchase and use. The ordinance will be available for public viewing on the township website.

Supervisors next examined proposed amendments to noise ordinances. Township Manager Alice Rehrig broke the ordinances down into two sections for the board to review, with one related to nuisances and disturbing the peace, and the other related to zoning. The zoning changes would largely move some matters from the zoning officer’s jurisdiction in order to make it possible for the police to enforce them. Rehrig will make the changes discussed and bring the completed document back for a vote.

After tabling a few other matters for future consideration, supervisors examined proposed

alterations to the township ordinance regarding alcohol consumption in public parks. The proposed new language would allow individuals or organizations to apply for a permit to consume alcohol as long as they provide a certificate of insurance naming Lehigh Township as additionally insured. The vote to advertise the changes for adoption failed, with board members Janet Sheats, David Hess and Miller voting no. At present, the ordinance will remain as it is currently written, with no insurance requirement.

Backenstoe then recommended that the township contact their insurance provider to ask for their input on the matter, which Rehrig will do, and the issue will be revisited later.

Board members agreed to provide one another with more detailed information when they add line items to the agenda for a meeting, so they are better able to prepare for discussion.

In other news, the Rails to Trails Conservancy petitioned for use of the township meeting room at 6:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of every month for their meetings, which the board approved.

Rehrig has begun looking at potential options for changing the township’s financial software and will be receiving a demonstration of a particular system very soon. Upgrading the current system will eventually be necessary, but will be very expensive, so she would like to get ahead of the situation and hopefully save money. The software will allow township employees to scan invoices into

the system and migrate existing data without difficulty.

Backenstoe reported that he and Zoning Officer Roxann Colfer had a meeting with the Zoning Hearing Board where it was determined that the cease-anddesist letter sent to an Airbnb in the township, where a loud disruptive party had been held some months ago, was properly written and delivered. The Airbnb can continue until the written decision is rendered within 45 days and may also file an appeal.

Multiple township organizations are working on plans to celebrate America’s 250th birthday this summer, possibly tying them to the National Night Out in August.

Miller stated that she contacted State Representative Zach Mako’s office regarding the ongoing black ice issue at the intersection of routes 248 and 145. PennDOT will look into the situation once the weather improves.

plan was already approved, and pavilions have been purchased. Jones wanted to clarify that changes to such plans cannot be made after the board has voted on them.

On a final note, the board was once again urged to put the land preservation issue on the November ballot.

The next meeting of the Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors will be held on Tuesday, April 14 at 7 p.m. in the municipal building, located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport.

Board president Michael Jones spoke of the Recreation Board wanting to change plans regarding pavilions at the dog park. The

Looking Back

Continued from page 3 looking back to events in our local communities in 1941. I would like to give a heartfelt thank you to Cindy Deppe, The Home News, and all my friends and former students who sent me over 200 cards for my 90th Birthday. I was overwhelmed by all the good wishes and memories. Thank you everyone! Ed Pany

Police Blotter

Pennsylvania State Police

Investigate Officer Involved Shooting

Submitted by

NATHAN T. BRANOSKY

On Wednesday, March 25, at approximately 11:23 a.m., troopers from PSP Belfast were dispatched to the 2400 block of Applebutter Road, Lower Saucon Township, Northampton County, to assist the Lower Saucon Township Police Department with a welfare check on a 37-yearold male who had discharged his firearm. A Lower Saucon Township police officer returned fire, but no one was injured.

The PSP Special Emergency Response Team arrived on scene and established a perimeter around the residence. While on the perimeter, a member of S.E.R.T. engaged the armed male and shot him outside the residence.

The male was transported by ambulance to Saint Luke’s Hospital – Fountain Hill where he was pronounced deceased.

There were no injuries to law enforcement or any other individuals. Applebutter Road was closed at Ringhoffer Road and Sherryhill Road. This incident remains under investigation.

The Troop M Major Case Team is the lead in this investigation. Assisting with this investigation: Northampton County District Attorney’s Office, Lehigh County Coroner’s Office, Lower Saucon Township Police Department, Upper Saucon Township Police Department, Hellertown

Borough Police Department, Lehigh County Emergency Response Team, Northampton County Sheriff’s Department, Troop M Forensic Service Unit and Troop M Collision Analysis Reconstruction Specialist Unit. For more information on the Pennsylvania State Police, visit www.psp.pa.gov.

Pennsylvania State Police Participate in “Operation Double Play”

Submitted

by

NATHAN T. BRANOSKY

On Wednesday, March 25, troopers from both Troop M and Troop L participated in “Operation Double Play,” which was a traffic enforcement detail throughout I-78 in Berks, Lebanon, Lehigh and Northampton counties with the objective to conduct proactive enforcement resulting in an increase in highway safety.

From February 1, 2025, through February 1, 2026, troopers throughout Berks, Lebanon, Lehigh and Northampton County, on I-78, investigated the following:

• (4) Fatal motor vehicle crash-

es

• (28) Driving under the influence crashes

• (201) Hit and run crashes

• (72) Drug and firearm offenses

Results of this enforcement effort on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, were the following:

• (60) Speeding citations issued

• (143) Other traffic citations issued

• (92) Warning Issued

• (2) Driving under the influence arrests

• (1) Drug arrest

• (1) Ignition interlock arrest

• (2) Fugitive of justice warrants

Bath Borough Fire

Hydrant

Flushing

Monday, Apr. 6 to Friday, Apr. 17

Bath Borough Authority staff will be flushing fire hydrants in the Borough of Bath and Redcliff in Upper Nazareth Township. Some temporary pressure loss and/or discoloration of water may be experienced.

• (20) Motor carrier safety inspections with the following results:

- 39 Violations

- 6 Commercial motor vehicle placed out of service

Participating in this initiative were: Troop M – Fogelsville, Belfast, Troop L – Hamburg, Reading, Jonestown, Troop M K-9, Troop L K-9 and Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program.

For more information on the Pennsylvania State Police visit www.psp.pa.gov.

Bingo for A Cause: Community Event to support Habitat for Humanity of the Lehigh Valley

Submitted by SHANNON LAUCHNOR

Community members are invited to enjoy an afternoon of fun, prizes and giving back at “Bingo for a Cause,” a special fundraising event benefiting Habitat for Humanity of the Lehigh Valley. The event will take place on Saturday, April 11 at Hampton Lanes inside Hammerhead Hops & Grill.

Registration opens at 12 p.m., with bingo games running from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Guests can look forward to an exciting afternoon filled with bingo games, prizes and community spirit, all while supporting affordable housing initiatives in the Lehigh Valley.

Participants can enjoy 15 total games, including:

• Regular bingo: $25 for 10 games

• Special games: $10 for 5 games

Players will also have the chance to win a Cover-All Jackpot of $100, along with additional prizes throughout the event.

The event will be held at Hammerhead Hops & Grill at Hampton Lanes, located at 326 Main Street in Northampton. Food and beverages will be available for purchase during the event.

Community members are encouraged to reserve their tickets in advance by visiting hamptonlanesbowling.com and selecting “special events,” or by calling 610-262-6713.

This event offers a great opportunity for friends, families and local supporters to come together for a fun afternoon while making a meaningful impact in the community.

Event Details:

Bingo for a Cause – Supporting Habitat for Humanity of the Lehigh Valley

Saturday, April 11, 2026

Registration: 12 p.m. | Bingo: 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Hammerhead Hops & Grill at Hampton Lanes 326 Main St., Northampton, PA

For more information or to reserve tickets, visit hamptonlanesbowling.com or call 610-2626713.

Senator Nick Miller Announces $40,000 to Second Harvest Food of the Lehigh Valley And Northeast Pennsylvania to Support local Veterans

Submitted by GAIL VIVAR

“All proceeds from the event will directly benefit Habitat for Humanity of the Lehigh Valley and their mission to help local families build strength, stability and self-reliance through affordable homeownership,” organizers said.

Senator Nick Miller (D-Lehigh/Northampton) announced a $40,000 Veterans’ Trust Fund grant to Second Harvest Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley and Northeast Pennsylvania. The funding, part of an $804,973 statewide investment by Governor Shapiro’s administration,

will support programs addressing food insecurity and other challenges facing Pennsylvania veterans.

Second Harvest Food Bank’s MilitaryShare program supports veteran, reserve and active-duty military families, providing monthly boxes with staple foods plus fresh produce, dairy and lean proteins to more than 500 families.

“Second Harvest Food Bank has long been a trusted partner in our community, supporting local veterans through its MilitaryShare program,” said Senator Miller. “We have a fundamental responsibility to support those who served and sacrificed for our country. With the investment from Governor Shapiro’s administration, we are working to uphold that commitment. Today’s funding will help Second Harvest Food Bank continue serving more than 500 families and help ensure veterans in our community have the stability and opportunity to thrive.”

Investments Include:

• $40,000 to Second Harvest Food of the Lehigh Valley and Northeast Pennsylvania to provide food to veterans and their families through the MilitaryShare program.

The Veterans’ Trust Fund is funded by donations from Pennsylvanians through online contributions, driver’s license and vehicle registration renewals, and sales of veteran themed license plates. Every contribution goes directly to grants that support veterans, with no administrative or salary costs.

All grant awards are contingent upon the completion of a fully executed grant agreement.

To learn more about the VTF, visit www.vtf.pa.gov or follow DMVA on Facebook at www. facebook.com/padmva.

For additional information, please visit PASenatormiller.com/ useful-links/.

Northampton County Cares Community

Charity Walk; new Addition to the Northampton County Festival

Submitted

by KELLY PRENTICE

During the Northampton County Festival on May 16, a multi-charity 3K Community Charity Walk is planned through Louise Moore Park. This familyfriendly event will be accessible to participants of all ages.

The primary goal of the 3K walk, located on the opposite side of the park from the festival, is to raise funds for nonprofits, with proceeds distributed proportionally based on the number of participants each organization attracts.

Participants can register for a team by emailing the County Department of Community and Economic Development at DTomaino@norcopa.gov. Registration fees will be set to cover costs and contribute to the fundraising goal.

Sponsorship packages will be sold to local businesses and organizations, offering branding opportunities on t-shirts, banners and promotional materials.

The Community Charity Walk will be held at the Northampton County Festival at Louise Moore Park on May 16 from noon-3 p.m. Registration and packet pickup begins at 11:30 a.m.

Shapiro Administration

Warns of Text phishing Scams aimed at Pennsylvanians

Submitted by SEAN BROWN Pennsylvanians concerned that they have encountered a scam text or email regarding their driving or vehicle records are encouraged to contact PennDOT by calling at 717-412-5300 or sending an email to PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Pennsylvania State Police and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission are warning about text phishing scams currently targeting Pennsylvanians that threaten the suspension of driving and vehicle registration privileges for not paying a fine or toll violation. PennDOT does not send text messages to customers for any reason, and uses traditional mail sent via the U.S. Postal Service to communicate with Pennsylvanians.

“If you receive a text message

notice from a sender claiming to be from PennDOT who is threatening to suspend your license or registration privilege, do not click on any links and just delete the message,” said PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services Deputy Secretary Kara Templeton. “These messages are not from PennDOT.”

Scammers send phishing texts claiming to be PennDOT and threatening sanctions against driving privileges or vehicle registration. Pennsylvanians should not click on any links in these text messages to avoid giving scammers any personal or financial information that they can use to steal a customer’s identity or money.

PSP emphasizes the importance of protecting oneself from scams by following these guidelines:

• Never share personal information, including banking or credit card details through email or text message.

• Stay vigilant. Scam emails or text messages usually appear legitimate. If you are not expecting an email or text message from an

entity, do not click on any links or respond to the message. Look up a legitimate customer service phone number for the entity and contact them directly.

"Unfortunately, malicious actors are becoming increasingly

sophisticated in their attempts to exploit Pennsylvanians," said Lieutenant Colonel George L. Bivens, acting commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police.

"PSP is warning the public about scam text messages that appear

to be from PennDOT. These messages threaten license suspension or legal action, urging recipients to log in through a provided link.

scene, an employee, told Inderwies to leave numerous times and he refused, until finally leaving the scene prior to police arrival. Inderwies is charged with defiant trespass (M3) and disorderly conduct (S).

Trespassing and disorderly Conduct at Koch 33 Toyota

On March 22 at 11:00 a.m., officers were dispatched to the Koch 33 Toyota dealership on Hecktown Road in Lower Nazareth Township for a report of an assault. Officers arrived and made contact with the victim, who relayed that 38-yearold Matthew Inderwies came to her place of work to discuss their relationship status and the incident turned violent, with Inderwies pushing and shoving the victim. Another party on

Theft at Lower Nazareth Target

On March 22 at 3:51 p.m., CRPD was dispatched to Target for a retail theft in progress. CRPD and Loss Prevention apprehended two juvenile females that selected various health and beauty items totaling $183.47. Both juveniles were processed and released to their parents. Charges of retail theft and conspiracy to commit retail theft will be filed through Northampton County Juvenile Court.

urgency to steal personal or financial information. It is crucial for everyone to recognize the signs of a scam and take proactive steps to protect themselves."

PSP advises that victims of

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scams should contact their local law enforcement agency and file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission.

Since 2024, state tolling agencies across the country have also seen a surge in fake texts requesting money for unpaid tolls, all in an effort to steal personal and financial information. PA Turnpike does not text E-ZPass or Toll By Plate customers, and the links included in the text message are not connected to their organization. The PA Turnpike also advises that customers receiving unsolicited texts, emails or similar messages suggesting they are from the PA Turnpike or another toll agency should not click on the link.

E-ZPass account holders and Toll By Plate customers can use approved, safe methods to check their accounts such as the official PA Turnpike E-ZPass website or the PA Toll Pay app available from the Apple App Store or Google Play store.

Drivers can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA,

which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,200 traffic cameras.

Northampton AARP April Meeting and 2026 trips Schedule

Submitted by JEAN RUNDLE

The Northampton AARP Chapter 3915 will meet on Wednesday, April 8 at the Northampton Banquet and Events Center, located at 1601 Laubach Ave., in Northampton. Entertainment will be provided by the Northampton Middle School Chorus. Doors will open at 11 a.m. All members and visitors are cordially invited to attend. Please check our trip table to see the trips we are offering for the 2026 year. Call Robin (610-

CATERING & ROASTERS

OPEN

SATURDAY, APRIL 11 9 AM-2 PM

Come out and try samples from our catering menu Pork, chicken & sausage available to sample in addition to all of our sides FARM MARKET ALSO OPEN

837-8773) or Jean (610-8370610) for more information.

Trips:

• Sight & Sound: Tuesday, April 21 “Joshua” - Bus, Show & Meal at Hershey Farms Restaurant ($160).

• Resorts World Catskills Casino: Wednesday, June 17 “Summer Nights” - $25 slot play, bus, show and meal ($120).

• Paddleboat: Wednesday, July 22 “River Queen Paddleboat”Bus, lunch, walk on the boardwalk ($125).

• Kreider Dairy Farm: Tuesday, August 18 Mount Hope Estate “Tour” - Bus, lunch at Seltzer’s Smokehouse ($125).

• Li Greci’s: Tuesday, Sept. 22 “Fiesta De Gennaro Italian Day” - Bus, show and meal ($130).

• Silver Birches: Thursday, Oct. 8 “Voices of Legends, Fall Foliage Train Ride” - Bus, show and meal ($115).

• Hunterdon Hills Playhouse: Tuesday, Nov. 17 “Most Beloved Playhouse Christmas Memories” - Bus, show and meal ($125).

Northampton County Senior Centers

For more information and additional senior centers in Northampton County, visit www.northamptoncounty. org.

Cherryville - Open Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 4131 Lehigh Drive, Cherryville. FMI call 610767-2977.

Lower Nazareth - Open Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 306 Butztown Road, Bethlehem. FMI call 610-297-3464.

Nazareth - Open MondayFriday 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 15 S. Wood St., Nazareth. FMI call 610-759-8255.

Northampton - Open Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 902 Lincoln Ave., Northampton. FMI call 610262-4977.

Northampton Area Public Library

Is keeping things fresh for spring

Submitted by VERONICA LAROCHE

April showers may bring May flowers, but April also brings a bunch of new items to the library! If you’re looking for what’s new in our online catalog, first go to northamptonapl.org, then hover over “What We Do” in the menu across the top of the page. Finally, click on “Catalog.” The first carousel you see beneath the search menu includes all of our newest items for adults. If you scroll down the page, you’ll also be able to browse new items for young

adults and juveniles.

If you’d rather browse in person, our newest adult items are on the shelves facing the help desk, the newest young adult items are on the shelf facing adult fiction and the newest juvenile items are either displayed on top of the shelves in the children’s room or on the left-hand shelf going into the children’s room.

Don’t forget! If you’re unable to find what you need, you can always ask a staff person at the help desk.

New in town? We don’t mind

Join us for Easter Sunday Service on April 5 at 10:30 a.m. Can’t make it to church? Watch us on our YouTube channel: St. Pauls UCC Northampton PA Join us for Maundy Thursday Service on April 2 at 7:00 p.m. 19th & Lincoln Ave., Northampton, PA 18067 610-261-2910 • stpaulsnorth@gmail.com

giving you a short tour of where you can find our items!

In addition to new items coming in, we have some fantastic events for you to participate in! This month, we’ll begin with children but keep reading for teen and adult events!

Early literacy storytimes continue throughout April. Lapsit Storytime (0-24 months) is on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Toddler Storytime (18-36 months) is on Wednesdays at 10 a.m, followed by Stay and Play at 10:30 a.m. Preschool Storytime (3-5 years) is on Thursdays at 11 a.m. and always includes art projects after stories. K- Grade 2 Storycraft is on Thursday, April 23 at 5 p.m. Grades 3-5 clubs continue on Thursday at 6 p.m. Game Club is on April 2, and STEAM Club is on April 16. This month for STEAM Club, we’ll be participating in some Citizen Science and helping advance Alzheimer’s research by playing an online game. Please bring a parent or guardian (all children under 13 require a parent/guardian to create a family account for the game) and a device of your own. We suggest a laptop or tablet, but a smartphone will do in a pinch!

Speaking of Citizen Science, I’m sure you’re wondering: What is Citizen Science? Can I really help with Alzheimer’s research?

Let’s answer the second ques-

tion first: Yes! You really can help with Alzheimer’s research! Scientists from Cornell created an online game called Stall Catchers. It looks at blood clots, or stalls, in the brains of mice. Their research has found that when stalls in mice with Alzheimer’s are cleared, the effects of Alzheimer’s are reduced! Our job is to look through short, black-and-white videos of blood flow in mice’s brains to determine if there are any blood clots. The game includes a tutorial, and if you’re worried about getting anything wrong, don’t be!

All videos are reviewed by at least three other Citizen Scientists just like you.

Now, onto the first question: What are Citizen Scientists? Well, they’re people just like you who help scientists analyze their research through games, experiments and observations! Citizen Science projects cover a wide variety of topics, from Alzheimer’s research to squirrel habitats and coats, and even the weather. This April, we’re partnering with SciStarter for Citizen Science Month

Getting Out!

The GETTING OUT section of The Home News is open to events that are FREE for the community to attend and participate in. If you have an event and are not sure if it qualifies for this section, call us at 610-923-0382. We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify.

Atlas Cement Company Memorial Museum - 1401 Laubach Ave., Northampton. Free admission. Private and group tours (10 or more) and field trips are available, call 610262-2576 or email through the website.

Bath Area Fish Committee’s

Annual Kids Fishing Contest -

Begins Saturday, April 25 at 8 a.m., ends Sunday, April 26 at 12 p.m. at the Monocacy Creek in Bath. Creek cleanup and dam building on April 18. Fish stocking Friday, April 24 around 3:30 p.m.

Bath Area Food BankDistributes food second Tuesday of each month, starting around 9:30 a.m. on lower level of St. John's Lutheran Church in Bath, 206 E. Main St. Please do not arrive prior to 9:30 a.m. due

to safety reasons.

Bath Lions Club - Meets first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at My Place Pizza in Bath. Guests/new members welcome. Email lionsbathpa@gmail.com with questions.

Bath Museum - Open third Saturday January-November and first Saturday in December, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 121 S. Walnut St., Bath. Tours welcome, volunteers needed, email bathpamuseum@gmail. com or message Bath Museum on Facebook.

Community Dinner at The Table - First and third Tuesdays of the month at 5:30 p.m. at 1769 Newport Ave., Northampton. All are welcome.

Dementia Support Group - Held third Thursday every month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., 2801 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem. Designed for families and caregivers of dementia patients.

East Allen Township Historical Society - Meets third Wednesday of each month at 7

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p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton.

Easton Farmers MarketSaturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Scott Park, Easton. Gov. Wolf Hist. Society - Tours of historic buildings, grounds and new museum on third Saturday April-Nov. from 1-3 p.m. 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath.

Helping Homeless Veterans - Weave mats for homeless vets every second and fourth Wednesday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Prepping for weaving every first and third Wednesday noon to 3 p.m., Mountain View Wesleyan Church, 1001 Deemer Road, Bath. Call 610-837-1190 FMI. Leave message.

Horner's Cemetery Historical Society - Tours in Celebration of 297 Years of Craig's Settlement, the oldest permanent settlement in the Lehigh Valley - Enjoy tours of the resting place of the founders of Craig's Settlement, 1728, the longest permanent settlement,

first and oldest congregation (1730), and first church (1731) in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. Tours by appointment, 4965 Nor Bath Boulevard, Northampton. Free admission, donations welcome. Call Peggy at 610-984-4532 to schedule a tour.

Iglesia Pentecostal Church Food Bank - Open to the public every first and third Monday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2459 E. Scenic Drive, Bath.

Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center Community Programs: (400 Belfast Road, Nazareth)

• Family Science Night –Amphibians & Reptiles

– Friday, April 3 from 6:308 p.m. Practice being a herpetologist by studying the differences between amphibians and reptiles in nature. Suitable for children 5 and up. Registration required.

• Wildflower Walk –Wednesday, April 15 from 10 a.m to noon. 1.5-mile walk through wildflower meadows identifying flowering plants and folklore surrounding them. Sloping/slightly muddy trail conditions. Dress appropriately and bring water/snacks. Adults only.

• Hike for Health –Wednesdays, April 15, May 13, June 10, July 8, Aug. 12, Sept. 2 and 30 from 5:30-7 p.m.

Get moving after work with a brisk, guided 2-3-mile hike over uneven terrain. Must be able to maintain a 2 mph pace, leashed-dogs are welcome. Meet at Visitor Center Flagpole. Join email reminder list by contacting 610-7462801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.

• Walk Through Historic Jacobsburg – Saturday, April 18, Session A: 9:30-11 a.m., Session B: 1-2:30 p.m. Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary by learning about the role that early American industry shaped our country on an exploratory walk.

• Talk Birdy to Me! – Saturday, April 25 from 9:30-11 a.m. Brush up on your bird vocalization identification skills using different tools and mnemonics. Registration required.

• Signs of Spring Hike –Saturday, April 25, from 1-3 p.m. Search for wildflowers, new plant growth, migrating birds and other signs of spring. Moderate 2-mile hike that includes muddy areas and uphill climbs. Bring a snack/ water and wear appropriate shoes. Registration required. Lehigh Valley Punk Rock Flea Market – Presented by Tape Swap Radio on Saturday, April 18, vendor sales 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., live music 4:30-7 p.m. at the Charles A. Brown Ice House, 56 River St., Bethlehem. Free for all ages, pets welcome.

Monocacy Farm Project’s 6th Annual Spring on the Farm – Saturday, May 9 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., 395 Bridle Path Road, Bethlehem. Event will include a wide variety of plants for sale direct from their greenhouse, local food/ craft vendors and exhibitors, information sessions/demos, tours of the farm and more. Free parking and admission. Moore Twp. Assoc. for Families in Need - Meets second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church, 2715 Mountain View Drive, Bath. Morningstar Memory Cafe by Senior Solutions - An opportunity for people with dementia and their care partners to gather for fun, socialization and refreshments; meets second and fourth Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon at Advent Moravian Church, 3730 Jacksonville Road, Bethlehem. For registration, call 610-2580700.

Northampton Area Food Bank - Food distribution first three Thursdays from 5-7 p.m. and second and third Saturday 9-11:30 a.m., 1601 Canal St. Northampton Borough Crime Watch Meeting - Typically held second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Northampton Recreation Center.

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter or 1 stick, melted

• 1 large egg

• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed

• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste

• 1 cup M&M's Milk Chocolate Eggs, divided (substitute with your favorite M&M's if you cannot find those)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350F. Line an 8-by-8-inch baking pan with aluminum foil, spray with cooking spray; set aside.

Easter Egg Blondies

2. In a large, microwave-safe bowl, add the butter and heat to melt, about 1 minute on high power.

3. Wait momentarily before adding the egg to prevent scrambling it. Add the egg, brown sugar, vanilla and whisk until smooth.

4. Add the flour, salt and stir until just combined— don’t overmix.

5. Add 3/4 cup M&M's Eggs and stir to combine as best you can. They are a bit resistant to stir in but do your best to incorporate.

6. Turn batter out into prepared pan, smoothing the top lightly with a spatula. Evenly add the remaining

1/4 cup M&M's Eggs over the top, pressing down lightly so they adhere to the batter.

7. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until top is set in center and done. A toothpick inserted in

the center should come out clean, or with a few moist crumbs, but no batter. Blondies firm up as they cool.

8. Cool for about 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

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to help them reach their goal of 2.50 million Acts of Science, and everyone can help! We’re hosting Game Night for Science twice on April 16. The first session will be 2-4 p.m., and the second session will be 6-8 p.m. You don’t have to stay the full time with us. If you like, you can attend the beginning of the program to create

your accounts, link your research and learn about Stall Catchers before leaving to play the game at home. We understand that two hours is a large time commitment, so we won’t be offended if you leave.

Teens, feel free to participate in either session of Game Night for Science on April 16. We need your eyes and your tech expertise to make our event truly successful! If you registered for the Wildflower Seed Bombs Craft Kit, you can grab it on Monday, April 6, whenever the library is open.

May’s Craft Kit is Fruit Slice Coasters, so sign up early if you’re interested! Parents/guardians and other adults, please leave these kits for the teens; we have other wonderful programs that you may participate in. Northampton Area High School’s Leo Club, an extension of the Lions Club, is hosting a Book Fair in the Library’s Community Room on Saturday, April 2. Check out the signs around the high school for further details.

Adults, we have split Craft Hour into two sessions this

month to entice new participants. We’ll be crafting paper flower gift toppers or decor on Saturday, April 11 at 2 p.m. and Tuesday, April 21 at 6 p.m. Each session is limited to 10 participants, so register for the time that works best for you. As usual, Stitch n’ Craft will be on the second Tuesday of the month, April 14 at 6 p.m. We love new participants and greeting those participants we haven’t seen in some time, so please join us at the tables in the library! Sadie will host the Romance Book Club on Wednesday, April

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22 at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. This month, our romance readers are romping into historical fiction with Courtney Milan’s “The Duke Who Didn’t.” Choose the time that works best for you, and register if you can, to give Sadie an idea of how many to expect. Historical romance not your thing? Didn’t get a chance to read the book? Feel free to discuss another romance you’ve loved lately or just the romance genre in general! Lily is hosting a meet and greet with local thriller author M. L. Hutchinson on Monday, April 20 at 6 p.m. Of course, Lily is also hosting Once Upon a Crime on Monday, April 27 at 6 p.m. This month’s theme is Missing Persons. Finally, don’t forget about Tech Tutoring; available for creating an email account, using the Internet, or even helping configure a new device! Dylan (Mondays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.) and Marty (Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon) are available to help by appointment only at this time. Register for a Tech Tutoring session on our website’s Tech Tutoring page or call 610-262-7537.

IMPORTANT UPDATE: The Library now has Libby (OverDrive) available through the state! The Office of Commonwealth Libraries is debuting a new pilot program with Libby. For those who live in the Greater Northampton Area, the municipalities that NAPL serves, you

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out delay to:

REBECCA ANN LIGGITT

717 Crane Street Catasauqua, PA 18032 or to her Attorney John L. Obrecht, Esquire 1731 Main Street Northampton, PA 180671544 (3/26-4/9)

PUBLIC NOTICE

regular business hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday. All interested parties are invited to attend the abovereferenced public hearing and meeting.

Bradford T. Flynn, Manager Borough of Bath (4/2)

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“REFLECTIONS IN WATER”

Email photos to sbrown@ homenewspa.com along with your name, description of photo, date and location taken. Deadline is Monday, April 27. The winner will be featured in the April 30 issue of The Home News. (4/23)

NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH POLICE OFFICER EXAMINATION

Notice is hereby given that formal applications required to be completed in order to apply for an entry level position of Police Officer in Northampton Borough are now available at the Northampton Borough Police Department, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, PA 18067.

This position is governed by Civil Service Rules and Regulations of Northampton Borough. Starting salary is contractually set at approximately $69,563.20. The fourth year (full) $99,376.

(1) Act 120 certification is not required, however, preferential consideration may be given to Act 120 certified Officers. Contractual obligations may be required of an applicant for the costs of Academy training.

(2) Must have reached his/ her 21st birthday before the deadline for submitting completed applications.

(3) Must be a resident of Pennsylvania and live within a 25-mile radius of the Borough.

(4) Must possess a high school or equivalent diploma.

(5) Must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license when applying and at time of employment.

(6) Must be a United States citizen.

(7) Must be physically and mentally fit to perform the full duties of a police officer.

(8) Must be able to speak, write, and read the English language.

(9) Must complete an application form, which must include a non-refundable check or money order for $50 to cover processing costs. Checks should be made payable to “Borough of Northampton.”

Completed applications must be received by the Northampton Borough Police Department, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, PA 18067, no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 24, 2026.

LEHIGH TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE

The Lehigh Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 6:00 PM, to hear the following appeal. The hearing will be held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA 18088.

MELISSA A. ALTIF

The applicant/owner of the property located at 4622 Steven Lane, Walnutport, PA 18088, is requesting a variance from Section 180-16.E of the Lehigh Township Zoning Ordinance which does not allow an accessory structure in the front yard. The applicant proposes to construct a two-story detached garage that would be located within the front yard.

The property is located in the A/RR (Agriculture/Rural Residential) Zoning District. The parcel Identification Number is J2SE3-1-20-0516.

BLAKE M. ARTIGLERE & CLAIRE L. WESSNER

The applicant/owner of the property located at 723 Almond Road, Walnutport, PA 18088, is requesting a variance from Section 180-16.E of the Lehigh Township Zoning Ordinance, which limits maximum impervious coverage to 20%. The applicant proposes to construct a detached pole barn and associated driveway, which would increase the total impervious coverage on the property to 26%.

The property is located in the A/RR (Agriculture/Rural Residential) Zoning District. The parcel Identification Number is J2-16-3A-0516.

Meetings are open to the public and all interested parties are welcome to attend and will have an opportunity to be heard.

Roxann Colfer, Lehigh Township Zoning Officer (3/26 & 4/2)

ESTATE NOTICE

Estate of Carol L. Polkowski, deceased, late of Walnutport, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, Letters Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the Decedent to make the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to:

Executor: Sean M. Polkowski c/o Yary L. Ledee de Leon, Esquire

SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC 1935 Center Street Northampton, PA 18067 (3/26-4/9)

ESTATE NOTICE

Estate of DOROTHY L. DAVID, late of the Borough of Northampton, County of Northampton, Pennsylvania. Letters of Administration have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the decedent to make known the same, and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payable with-

Notice is hereby given that the Borough Council of the Borough of Bath, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, at its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on April 13, 2026 at 6:00PM at the Borough of Bath Municipal Building, 121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014, will conduct a public hearing on and consider and possibly adopt an ordinance, of which this notice is a summary, amending Section 625-34.G(1) of the Bath Borough Code of Ordinances by removing 226 E. Northampton Street from the list of designated handicapped spaces. The title of the ordinance is as follows:

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 625-34.G.(1) OF THE BOROUGH OF BATH CODE OF ORDINANCES BY REMOVING 226 E. NORTHAMPTON STREET FROM THE LIST OF DESIGNATED HANDICAPPED PARKING SPACES.

The full text of the proposed Ordinance is available for examination at the aforesaid Bath Municipal Building during

Notification is hereby given that JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., 1111 Polaris Parkway, Columbus, Ohio 43240 has filed an application with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (the “OCC”) on or about April 2, 2026, as specified in 12 CFR Part 5, for permission to establish a domestic branch at the southwest corner of the intersection of Bath Pike (aka PA 512) and Stoke Park Road (aka Highland Avenue), Bethlehem, Northampton County, PA 18017. If you have any additional comments, you can send them to the Director for Large Bank Licensing, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, 7 Times Square, 10th Floor Mailroom, New York, New York 10036 or LicensingPublicComments@ occ.treas.gov, within 30 days of the date of this publication. The public portion of the filing is available upon request from the OCC. The public may find information about the filing (including the closing date of the comment period) in the OCC’s Weekly Bulletin available at www.occ. gov. (4/2)

The Plainfield Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. to hear the following appeal. The hearing will be held at the Plainfield Township Municipal Building located at 6292 Sullivan Trail, Nazareth, PA 18064.

CROSSROADS XXOO LLC

The applicant/owner of 40 Green Knight Drive, Wind Gap, PA 18091 has filed an application seeking special exception approval for a new food processing facility. Within the General Industrial Zoning District, food processing is permitted by special exception, subject to the general standards in Section 27317(4), per Section 27-317(5) X food processing has no additional standards that shall be met. The applicant is requesting the following, special exception approval pursuant to Section 27-314(3)(F) and Section 27317(4). The parcel I.D. No. is F7-9-6G-0626 and is located in the General Industrial Zoning District.

Meetings are open to the public and all interested parties are welcome to attend and will have an opportunity to be heard.

Liz Amato, Plainfield Township Zoning Officer (4/2 & 4/9)

Church Directory

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If your FALL/WINTER SCHEDULE has changed, please contact our office at 610-923-0382 to update the Directory listing at no charge.

The Home News Church Directory is an alphabetical listing of community churches and synagogues. If you would like to make a change to your listing below, please email it to: cstroh@homenewspa.com or call 610-923-0382. The Church Directory is always available on our website at www.HomeNewsPA.com.

ASSUMPTION BVM

PARISH, Northampton.

610-262-2559

Sun.- Mass 8 a.m.

Tues. and Wed.- Mass 7

a.m., Sat.- Mass 5:30 p.m. ASSUMPTION OF THE VIRGIN MARY UKRAINIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, Northampton.

610-262-2882

Sat. – Vesper services

5 p.m. Sun. – Divine Liturgy 9 a.m. BETHANY

WESLEYAN, Cherryville. 610-767-1239

Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m. BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, Bushkill Twp. 610-759-7132

Sun. Worship 9 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m. CHAPMAN QUARRIES UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-837-0935

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. Chestnut St. Bath. 610-837-0345

Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m.

CHRIST U.C.C., Schoenersville. 610-264-9325

Sun. – Worship 10:15

a.m.,

SS 9 a.m.

CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville. 610-8376051

Sun. – Worship 8:45 a.m.

SS 9 a.m.

CONCORDIA

LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-8500

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. with HC, SS 9:40 a.m. COVENANT CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-7517

Sun. – 9 a.m. Worship (and online), SS for all ages 10:30 a.m. DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m., SS 9:30 am EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt). 610-262-4961

Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m. EL SHADDAI

ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Nazareth. 610-759-6557

Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m., Youth Ministry 5 p.m. EMMANUEL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1741

Sun –Traditional 8:45 a.m., Contemporary 10 a.m., SS 10 a.m. FAITH FAMILY FELLOWSHIP, Bushkill Twp. 484-635-1200

Sun.- Contemporary Worship 10 a.m. FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport. 610-767-3505

Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton. 610-262-9517

Sun – Worship 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m. GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-7036

Sun. – Worship 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-9080

Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Northampton. 610-262-7186 (HA)

Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.

SS 9:15 a.m. GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Pen Argyl. 610-863-4811

Sun. – Worship 8:30/10 a.m. HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN,

Nazareth. 610-759-7363

Sun.- Worship 8/10:30

a.m., SS 9:15 a.m.

HOLY FAMILY

ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0870

Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m.

M-F – Mass 8:30 a.m.

Sat. – Mass 5 p.m.

HOLY TRINITY

LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-2668

Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. HOLY TRINITY

SLOVAK LUTHERAN, Northampton. 610-262-3365

Worship first, third and fifth Sundays 10 a.m.

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cherryville. 610-767-7203

Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m.

MOUNT EATON

CHURCH, Saylorsburg. 570-992-7050

Sun- 8 a.m. Traditional, 10:30 a.m. Contemporary MOUNTAIN VIEW

WESLEYAN CHURCH

Bath. 610-759-7553 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.

NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-3163

Sun. – Worship 8:15/10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. NEW JOURNEY COMMUNITY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-8101 (HA) Worship 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. NORTHAMPTON GOD’S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-4412 (HA)

Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. (ngmc.church) PROMISED LAND CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE, Bethlehem. 610-759-7243

Sun.- Worship 10 a.m., SS children/adults 9 a.m. QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-2227

Sun.- Mass 10:30 a.m., Mon.- Mass 8 a.m., Fri.Mass 9:15 a.m., Sat.- Mass 4 p.m.

RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth. 484-597-1440

Sun. – Worship/meeting 10 a.m. SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. 610-837-7874

Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., Mon.-Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. SALEM U.C.C. Moorestown. 610-759-1652

Sun. – 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. SALEM UNITED METHODIST, Danielsville. 610-767-8003

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m. SCHOENECK

MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0376

Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m., 10:30 a.m. livestream via Facebook.

ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL, Nazareth. 610-746-3910

Sun. – SS/Holy Eucharist 10 a.m.

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-4104

Sun.- Mass 9 am., Mon-Fri- Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat.- Mass 8:30 a.m./5 p.m.

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1061

Sun.- Worship 8/9:15 a.m., SS/Adult Bible Study 9:15 a.m.

ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH , Nazareth 610-759-3090. Sun. – Worship 8/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship with HC 5:30 p.m.

ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Howertown. 610-2628666

Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., Faith Formation online 9:30 a.m.

ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. Nazareth. 610-759-0893

Sun. – Contemporary Worship 9 a.m., Christian Formation 10 a.m., 11 a.m.- Classic Worship ST. NICHOLAS R.C. Berlinsville. 610-767-3107

Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30 a.m. M-F -8:30 a.m., Sat. – 4:30 p.m. ST. PAUL’S THIRD LUTHERAN CHURCH, Palmer Twp. 610-258-0875

Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m. All welcome. ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton. 610-261-2910. HA

Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. (with child care), SS 9 a.m. ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indianland, Cherryville. 610-767-5751

Sun. – Faith formation inperson and online 9 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m. ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Seemsville, Northampton. 610-837-7426

Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., SS 9 a.m. TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Hecktown. 610-759-6377

Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, Northampton. 610-837-5894

Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./ 6 p.m. BS 9:30 a.m., Wed.- BS and Prayer 7 p.m.

WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST, Walnutport. 610-767-8939

Sat. – Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. ZION’S STONE U.C.C., Kreidersville. 610-262-1133

Sun. – SS 9 a.m., Worship 10:15 a.m. ZION E.L. CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-6636 (N)

Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m.

Northampton

County: Upcoming Road work

Submitted by SEAN BROWN

Municipality: City of Bethlehem and Lower Saucon Township Road: Interstate 78

Between: Exit 67 (PA 412) and Exit 71 (PA 33)

Type of work: Paving

Work being done by: PennDOT Contractor

Type of restriction: Nighttime

Restriction: Lane restriction east and west for construction work at the bridges over Easton Road. Expect delays and please use caution driving through the work zone.

Start: March 29

Estimated end: April 3

In effect (time of day): 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Municipality: Palmer

Township Road: PA 248 / Easton-Nazareth Highway

Between: Park Avenue and Newburg Road

Type of work: Litter removal

Work being done by: PennDOT

Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime Restriction: Moving lane restriction

Start: April 3

Estimated end: April 3

In effect (time of day): 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Municipality: Williams Township Road: Hexenkopf Road

Between: Morgan Hill Road and Buttermilk Road

Type of work: Pothole patching Work being done by: PennDOT

Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging

Start: April 3

Estimated end: April 3

In effect (time of day): 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Municipality: Moore Township Road: PA 987 / Monocacy Drive

Between: Northampton Street and Community Drive

Type of work: Other

Work being done by: PennDOT

Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging

Start: April 1

Estimated end: April 3

In effect (time of day): 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Municipality: Moore

Township Road: PA 987 / Monocacy Drive

Between: PA 248 and PA 946

Type of work: Crack sealing

Work being done by: PennDOT

Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging

Start: April 2

Estimated end: April 3

In effect (time of day): 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Municipality: Various Road: Interstate 78

Between: Exit 67 (PA 412) and Lehigh County Line

Type of work: Other

Work being done by: PennDOT

Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Nighttime

Restriction: Moving shoulder restriction

Start: April 1

Estimated end: April 3

In effect (time of day): 11:30 p.m. to 8 a.m.

Municipality: Forks

Township Road: Bushkill Drive

Between: Wood Avenue and Uhler Road

Type of work: Pothole patching

Work being done by: PennDOT

Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging Start: April 3

Estimated end: April 3

In effect (time of day): 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Municipality: Plainfield

Township Road: Richmond Road / Sullivan Trail

Between: Knox Avenue and Uhler Road

Type of work: Other

Work being done by: PennDOT

Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging

Start: April 1

Estimated end: April 3

In effect (time of day): 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Municipality: Upper Mount Bethel Township Road: PA 512

Between: Broadway Street and North Delaware Drive

Type of work: Other

Work being done by: PennDOT

Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging Start: April 1

Estimated end: April 3

In effect (time of day): 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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must obtain a POWER Library card and PIN before you can sign in. But how do I get to POWER Library and get those things? On northamptonapl.org, hover over “What We Do” with your mouse, hover over “Research,” then click “Online Resources.” In the second row of online resources, you’ll find “AccessPA/POWER Library.” Click on the picture to take you to the POWER Library catalog. Hover over “about” in the menu across the top of POWER Library’s site before hovering over “Get Your E-Card” and clicking on the option that suits you best. Fill out the online form, making sure to enter all required information marked with a red * and clicking the checkbox next to “I’m not a robot.” Click the button marked “Get an ECard” to submit your application. You should receive an email with your POWER Library ECard number in minutes. To obtain your PIN, click on the POWER Library logo at the top left of the screen. The third option from the left should be titled “New pilot project! OverDrive/ Libby now in POWER Library!” Click on the “Learn More” button beneath the title. On the

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Photo of the Month Runners Up

In no particular order, here are some of the runners up for our March Photo of the Month Contest theme, “Signs of Spring.”

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STARTING MONDAY, APRIL 13TH | 6:00 PM

Early Stage Dementia Support Group, 6 Weekly Sessions

Are you or someone you love living with Early Stage Dementia? You don’t have to face this journey alone. Our 6-week educational and support program is designed for individuals with early stage dementia and their care partners. Participants gain valuable insights for living well while also sharing experiences with others who truly understand. Our professional group facilitators are trained by the Alzheimer’s Association.

THURSDAY, APRIL 16TH | 2:00 PM

Brushstrokes and Backstories

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TUESDAY, APRIL 21ST | 10:30 AM

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14th & Spring Dixieland Jazz Band

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Suburban Darts

Week 24

) In the 1st Makeup week in the Dart League we find Dryland moving into a tie for 1st

place with Star of Bethlehem with a ‘sweep’ of St. Paul’s 3-2, 10-6 and 6-5. Leading the Dryland hitters included Earl Sigley and Butch Silfies each going 6 for 14, Larry Golick(HR) and Dave Crouthamel 5 for 13 apiece and Dennis Skelton with a HR. Jason Gross was 4 for 11 and Roger Kern 4 for 12 for St. Paul’s.

Christ UCC dropped Star of Bethlehem into a tie for 1st place

‘sandwiching’ 4-3 and 3-2 wins around a 7-0 loss. Top hitters or Christ UCC were George Gasper 4 for 6, A. J. Renn 6 for 11 and Steve Hunsicker 4 for 12.

For Star of Bethlehem Kyle Taylor was 7 for 13 with 5 players with ‘3 hits’ each and HR’s from Ron Frankenfield and Joey Hoffert. In other action, after a 8-1 loss to Farmersville in the ‘opener’

Blessed Trinity came back to win 5-0 and 3-1. For Blessed Trinity, Ken Remaly was 4 for 11, Mike Daly 3 for 11, Norm Schoenberger also 3 for 11and Tim Heidelmark with a HR. Sue Grim was 5 for 11, Dave Deubler also 5 for 11 and Dan Halteman 4 for 12 for Farmersville.

The final match of the night saw Ebenezer ‘sandwiching’ 3-1 and 3-0 wins around a 6-5 loss to Emmanuel. Leading hitters included Joe Kish 6 for 12, Brendan Blevins 6 for 14(HR), Tim Prestosh 4 for 12 with Sean Costanzo(2) and Andrew Rogers with HR’s for Ebenezer. For

Emmanuel, Tracy Dormeida and Jack Hill went 5 for 12 each with HR’s from Al Nesbitt and Andrew Rogers