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Families attend East Allen Egg Hunt
By KERI LINDENMUTH The East Allen Township Volunteer Fire Department held its annual egg hunt on Saturday, March 31 at Bicentennial Park. The event had previously been postponed due to some unusual winter weather that left the park unsuitable for an egg hunt.
However, on Saturday, the warm weather was out and the sun was shining when between 150 and 200 children excitedly waited to fill their baskets with colorful plastic eggs and candy. The egg hunt was held for four different age groups: ages zero to two, ages three to four, ages five
Looking by Back Ed Pany Keystone Cement 1937
to seven, and ages eight to 10. About 2,000 candy-filled eggs were up for grabs (500 for each group), including several gold, prize-winning eggs. Children bounded through the park, gathering as many eggs as they could. While only a few walked away with special prizes,
there were smiles all around. Every single participant was given a bag of candy, which was donated by Josh Early Candies, Giant, Wegmans, and several other local businesses. Meanwhile, the Easter Bunny was there to greet families and take plenty of photos.
The plant itself is principally located at the Steckel farm, the quarry on the Dech farm. The quarry rock or raw material as required for the manufacture of Keystone Portland Cement belongs to the Jacksonburg formation, better known as Lehigh Valley Cement Rock, which is acknowledged to be the best material available for the manufacture of Portland Cement. The construction of the plant started shortly after the company was incorporated and the first unit consisting of one kiln was placed in operation on July 21, Continued on page 3
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New council member Sworn in and fire chief Resigns in Bath Borough
(Originally published in 2006)
I found this history of the Keystone Cement Company in “Doorways and Dormers”, the 1937 Bath Bicentennial book. I hope my friends over at Keystone read this column. The Keystone Cement Company was incorporated as a Pennsylvania corporation in 1926. Shortly thereafter they purchased practically 500 acres of land partly situated in the Borough of Bath and partly just south thereof. These properties were purchased from Daniel and Henry Steckel, Josiah Dech, Frank Edelman, James Rugo, Lewis Siegfried, Mike Strongofsky and John Temos.
Shredding Event
Mayor Mirabito swears in Frank Hesch.
By KERI LINDENMUTH During the Borough of Bath Council meeting on Monday, April 2, council members and residents welcomed a new face and said goodbye to a familiar one. At the meeting’s start, Frank Hesch was sworn in as council’s
newest member, filling in the seat left vacant by former councilwoman Cynthia Anderson. Hesch had interviewed for the open seat alongside Mike Reph and Harrell Geter. After the interviews, council voted on which candidate they believed should fulfill the roll.
Councilman Tony Kovalovsky, Councilwoman Carol BearHeckman, and Councilwoman Michele Ehrgott all voted for Geter. Councilman Mark Saginario, Councilman Barry Fenstermaker, and Councilwoman Phyllis Andrews voted for Hesch. With council split 3-3, Mayor Fiorella Mirabito served as the tie breaker, casting her vote for Hesch. “All three candidates were very difficult to choose from,” said Saginario. Continued on page 2
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Moore Township Democrat’s Monthly Meeting- 6:30 p.m. every second Thursday of the month. Pizzaville, 572 Nazareth Drive, Bath. Moore Township Historical Commission- Monthly meeting at 7 p.m., last Wednesday of the month at Moore Twp. Municipal Building, public is welcome. Governor Wolf Historical Society Monthly Meeting- 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month except August on the GWHS campus, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath. Public welcome. For information, govwolf.org. Governor Wolf Historical Society Museum, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath: Open to the public 1-3 p.m. the third Saturday of the month, with tours of the society’s campus offered. For information, govwolf.org. Bath Museum-Open every third Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Located in Bath Borough building at Penn and Washington Streets. Moore Township Association for families in need- Monthly meeting second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. Meet at Covenant United Methodist Church. Excludes June, July and August. United States Submarine Veterans Lehigh Valley Base Monthly Meeting- Held every third Sunday at 2 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Church, 510 Union Street, Allentown. Holding Hands, Healing Hearts Support Group MeetingThursday, April 5 at 7 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 200 S. Broad St., Nazareth. Shredding Event- Saturday, April 14 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Northampton Community Center. Sponsored by State Rep. Zach Mako, co-hosted by Borough of Northampton. Bath Area Fish Committee’s Kid’s Fishing Contest- April 28 and 29 in Bath. Stay tuned for more information. Spring Festival- Saturday, May 12 from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. at East Allen Township Volunteer Ambulance Corps., 4945 NorBath Blvd., Northampton. Hosted by Greater Bath Area Chamber of Commerce and EATVAC. FMI call 484-548-4090. Bikes in Bath- Saturday, May 19 from 1 to 7 p.m. on Allen Street in Bath. 40th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival- Saturday, June 2 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Moravian Historical Society. Third Annual Heroin & Opiate Awareness Day- Saturday, June 2 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Bushkill Township Volunteer Fire Company, 155 Firehouse Dr., Nazareth. Hosted by Partners for a New Beginning. Third Annual Nazareth Food Truck Festival- Saturday, June 2 from noon to 6 p.m. on Belvidere Street in Nazareth. Food trucks, beer tent, music stage. Kreidersville Covered Bridge Festival- June 2 and 3 at 100 Covered Bridge Road, Northampton. www.kreidersvillecoveredbridge.org. Paw Prints on the Canal- Sunday, June 3 at 11 a.m. on Canal Street in Northampton. Spuds & Suds Festival- Saturday, August 25 from noon to 7 p.m. on Chestnut and Northampton Streets in Bath. Moore Township Community Day- Saturday, August 25.
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Andrews agreed. “They were excellent,” she said. Meanwhile, it was announced that Emilio DeNisi resigned as fire chief of the Bath Volunteer Fire Department as of April 1. His resignation was announced via a letter read by current fire chief, Chuck Tully. “The members of the Bath firefighters have been wonderful to work with,” DeNisi said in his letter. DeNisi said he will always be available to help the fire department and its members, but has stepped away from his duties as fire chief in order to focus on his growing company and his family. “This is definitely with regret,” said Saginario. “He will stay involved as much as he can,” Saginario added of DeNisi, “[but he has to] do some family stuff right now.” In addition to Tully serving as fire chief, Paul Connolly, Jr. will serve as 1st Assistant. Saginario praised the fire department’s seamless transition. “It shows the foundation he [DeNisi] built there,” he said. “[And he has] got a good team around him.” Tully praised his fellow firefighters. “The members make it seamless,” he said. Other news in Bath: • Linda Kortz, a professional exhibit and museum designer, gave a presentation to the board on plans for the future Bath Museum. Kortz, who has designed exhibits for Mack Trucks, AT&T, and even the Colombian Embassy in Manhattan, is helping the museum’s committee plan its space in the new municipal building pro bono. “The space is tiny,” she said, “but not undoable.” She explained that the museum is currently going through a lot of its materials. The collection is being condensed so the museum can better tell “the story of Bath.” While some items, like the museum’s organ, must go, other items, like the Friendship Quilt and a map of the borough from the 1800s, will remain and engage residents and visitors alike with the borough’s rich history. “We have got some phenomenal stuff over there,” Kortz said. “The museum right now is just a collection of stuff,” said Bear-Heckman. However, Kortz is helping reorganize “the entire museum around ideas and themes.” • The annual Earth Day park cleanup will not be held this year, though another cleanup is being planned for the fall. Residents are encouraged to hold their own neighborhood cleanups in the spirit of Earth Day. • The next council meeting will be held on Monday, May 7. However, a town hall meeting will also be held in the borough on Saturday, May 5.
Supervisors approve grant application and Address feral cats by JOE KORBA The Lehigh Township Supervisors meeting on March 27 briefly covered a variety of topics like grant approvals and a feral cat problem. The first order of business was approving the application for a Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) grant for $80,000. The grant would be matched by a $50,000 grant from Northampton county and the funds would be used to help fix and improve the stream walls by Indian Trail Park off of Route 248 in the township. The walls, which run along Indian Creek in the park and near the building that houses the Lehigh Township Historical Society will have some concrete removed and regrading work done. Closer to the Historical Society the badly worn and eroded concrete will be repaired. Once the grants are approved, the project should only cost $1,400 from the township’s general fund. Vice Chairman Cynthia Miller asked a few questions about future maintenance for the creek
bed after Supervisor Keith Hantz made a motion to sign the grant application and Supervisor Michael Jones seconded it. “It’s just going to be trimming and maintaining the vegetation,” Manager Alice Rehrig assured her. “Pretty much what the township is responsible for with any lots we own,” Chairman Daryl Snover clarified. The creek bed project is likely in compliance with the pollution reduction plan that the township is being mandated by the state to implement. A copy of the pollution reduction plan is available at the municipal building for review currently and is on Lehigh Township’s website. “Now is the time for public comment,” Solicitor David Backenstoe said. He also noted that he was met with a “lukewarm” response from other local solicitors when inquiring about joining Lehigh Township in suing over the unfunded mandate. During public comment Miller raised the issue of feral cats being a problem in the township. She
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said she was contacted by a resident who had a rapidly increasing number of cats on his or her property and that this is the third area in the township they know of that has a cat problem. Miller said she did some research and found that some other local municipalities use an organization from Allentown called No Nonsense Neutering.
----------------------People feed [the cats] because they feel bad for them. If people would just stop feeding them we wouldn’t have these problems. Supervisor Phil Gogel -----------------------
The municipalities allocate some funds to subsidize neutering and the residents can bring cats in and have them sterilized for a small fee. “People feed [the cats] because they feel bad for them. If people would just stop feeding them we wouldn’t have these problems,” Supervisor Phil Gogel said. Snover was also skeptical of the plan. “I wonder how many people will actually ante up $20 for something that isn’t their problem,” he said. Ultimately, the feral cat issue was tabled for later discussion. The next Board of Supervisors meeting will be April 10. It is starting at 6 p.m. rather than 7 p.m. because they are addressing the transfer of an alcohol permit to Friendly Food Mart on Mountain View Drive in the township.
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1928. The second kiln of the first unit was placed in operation on August 2, 1928. Due to modern up-to-date machinery and the wet process of blending being employed, Keystone Cement found immediate favor with dealers and contractors, as a Portland Cement having exceptional strength qualities. Two additional kilns were placed in operation in 1929. The combining of these units meant a four-kiln plant having a yearly capacity of 2,225,000 barrels of cement. A special high-earlystrength was manufactured under the trade name of Velroca, which is Spanish for quick rock. This cement was sold to New York City for the Tri-Borough Bridge. Since its organization in 1928, Keystone remains only one of five Lehigh Valley cement plants. The company is the largest employer in the Northampton Area School District.
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D.U.I. in Bath
On March 17, Jonathan Marth, 30 of Walnutport, was driving his Ford Focus west on W. Main Street in the Bath Borough. Marth drove his vehicle off the road and onto the sidewalk. He then crashed into a utility pole, breaking the pole. Police noticed signs of alcohol use on Marth. Marth failed field sobriety tests and was placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI. Marth was taken to the Bethlehem DUI Center for testing. Marth’s BAC was 0.12 percent. Bath Fire Department assisted at the scene.
Hit and Run on Hecktown Road
On March 29 around 6:45 a.m., an 88-year-old male was struck by a vehicle as he was retrieving his newspaper from the box in front of his residence. The vehicle failed to stop and left the scene heading east on Hecktown Road. As a result of the crash, the vehicle’s passenger side mirror assembly was broken from the vehicle and left at the scene. Because of this, the police were able to determine that it belonged to a 2007-2009 Chevrolet Equinox. The victim informed the police that the vehicle was black or dark in color. Police are still working leads, but are also asking for the
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Over the Easter holiday traffic enforcement period of 2018, troopers in Bucks, Lehigh and Northampton Counties investigated 38 traffic crashes during the three-day holiday travel period. Of those 38 crashes, 13 had injuries requiring medical treatment. Of the above crashes, three were alcohol related. There were no fatal crashes. Troopers aggressively enforced the motor vehicle laws resulting in the issuance of 1,286 traffic citations; nearly half were for speeding on area highways; eight child seat citations, 21 seatbelt citations, 41 occupant protection warnings, and 27 arrests of motorists on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances.
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Best Part Of The Day In preparation for this week’s topic I have been asking patients, friends and family a very specific question. That being; “What is the best part of the day?” I have had responses ranging from predictable to eye opening and everything in between. The most common responses were a version of “early morning with first cup of coffee or tea,” and “walking out of work at night.” I did have a mix of lunch, lying on the couch at night, walking dog, amongst others as you would imagine. For those retired the answer was dramatically different and no two answers were the same; afternoon walk, sitting in sunroom, playing cards, hitting the diner, golf, etc. This group responded with more of what they enjoy in life versus the day. I also asked my son and his teenage friends this same question and you can bet what their response was: “When the school bell rings to let us out.” I am still mulling over the meaning of my existence and perhaps always will until my last breath. But here is what I really believe is the best part of my day. Are you ready for it? I say this in all seriousness. The very best part of my day is the moment I find myself in. I do not say this flippantly. I say this with a mature sense of truth in my heart. I say this with complete surrender and unabashed gratefulness to God. The very best part of my day is each moment I am blessed to experience and be aware of. No, I do not welcome nor enjoy hardship, angst, fear, horror, adversity, strife and all that. You don’t, I don’t, we don’t. Can I say that those turbulent times are the absolute best part of the day versus having my feet rubbed or something? Of course not. However, the grey is coming in hard now, years are blending together faster and faster. The sound of lit-
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Helping for 20 years tle girls’ feet running and jumping is in the rear view mirror. Life is moving along and each and every moment is becoming dearer. I simply do not want to wait for a bell, the end of the night, the weekend, lunch, vacation, or the end of the day to be enjoying myself. What a waste of time. The simple, moment-to-moment, ordinary interactions should be considered amongst the best part of our day, every day, week after week, month after month, and year after year. Otherwise, what’s the point? I did ask one other category of individuals the same question. I’ve waited until now to mention it as I wanted to work through this discussion first. The last group was people of all ages who have suffered. Not the, “my mother-in-law is mad at me” type of suffering. I mean has had cancer, bowel resections, lost a spouse, lost a child, recovering from addictions, and all the other afflictions common to humans. What do you think their responses were? Well, I can’t even type some of their responses. They’re just too painful and beautiful at the same time. Use your imagination. Or if this hits home, you already know. Don’t wait. Just don’t wait for that presumed moment of fleeting climactic happiness during your day to occur then resign yourself to the shadows of daily Continued on page 5
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I was first in line at a wellknown coffee shop. The woman who worked there was talking to a friend who was sitting away from the coffee station. I waited and waited and waited; she turned around and started to move towards me while continuing to talk/complain to this other person. I ordered a basic decaf and was going to order an egg sandwich, however, she told me that they just got finished with a remodel and all they had was what was in the case. I looked in the case and it was not anywhere near up to the normal standard of this coffee shop. There were crumbs everywhere, the cake was sloppy, the sandwiches were falling apart and it was just a mess. She obviously did not care one bit about where she worked. Then a second employee showed up and she didn’t even look at me. Instead of talking to her friend they might have considered cleaning. It seemed like she didn’t want to be there, she took no pride in her shop and she just did not care. Has this ever happened to you? Today, you can jump right on yelp and tell your story, but think about other avenues. The question is: can you make someone care? Don’t get me wrong, I don’t blame the employees as much as I blame the boss, leaders, owner...however, the employee can still deliver respectful service to the customers. For the boss: If you have employees that don’t care, change your hiring methods - you can flush that out in an interview. If you see your business getting slammed on the Internet,
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act quickly- today customers look at ratings and ratings can drive people to and from your business. This is a big one, change the company culture, revamp the way you treat your employees. If an employee doesn’t care about taking care of customers you have two choices, work with them or part ways. For the employee: There are two reasons why employees don’t care. One is that they come to the job with personal issues or the other is that the company culture is unbearable. Even if you need the money and the company culture isn’t good, you can still change your mindset and be helpful to customers. Perhaps one of them is looking to hire someone. Try to find an ally in the company, someone you can confide in and trust to work through the difficulties. Work on praising other employees who do well, build a team within the team of people who have a high work ethic, in spite of how they are treated. Two things, if you are treated unfairly by an employee before you jump on yelp, you may let them know first and see if they are willing to rectify the situation.
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An apology goes a long way. How can you make someone care? It’s an uphill battle and the goal is hard to reach, but if you change your hiring practices you may be able to avoid a careless employee. “I don’t care” is a phrase used a lot and demonstrated even more.
life. Don’t. Live life to the fullest. Enjoy the first light of daybreak beaming in your kitchen window, be in the moment while walking your dog, be in relationship with people at work, enjoy the sound of the school bell letting you out but also enjoy German class, Connor. My inner voice keeps reminding me to live a life of no regrets. I believe that outcome in part has much to do with allowing the best part of your day to be the next breath you take. "Natural Perspectives" is a health commentary only and does not claim to diagnose and/ or make treatment recommendations. Always seek the advice of your health care professional.
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GAB OVER by Pete THE FENCE G. Ossip We thought winter was over and spring was here. Well, Mother Nature had the last laugh. We got another snowfall a day after Easter! Will the real spring weather ever arrive?! I guess we’ll have it during the summer. Oh well, it will melt pretty fast when the sun shines. . . . How was your Easter? I hope you all remember the true meaning of the holiday, and had a good family time after church. . . . It looks like the Phillies are gonna have a tough year with a manager who makes the wrong moves and players who aren’t above Triple A level. 15-2 in one game and one of their best pitchers pulled in the middle of the game after the Phillies were ahead 5-0 over the Braves and the relievers gave up 19 hits. Phew! . . . .Wonder why the Subway hoagie shop hasn’t opened yet. They’ve had a sign about opening soon for quite a while now. . . .Union workers gathered at the front steps at the Bath firemen’s social hall the other day. . . .This is the month of April, and that means it’s federal and state tax time. . . .Kleckersvile Rangers will be having a spaghetti supper and basket raffle this Saturday. I was hungry for it a couple weeks ago and I ate so much that I’m passing on this one. But don’t you. They need the money, and you ladies love those basket raffles. I hafta tell Elmira about it. . . . I’ll head over to the East Bath Rod & Gun Club for their block shoot on Sunday afternoon. They always have good prizes. Hams, turkeys, and pork loins, that’s my style. Slabs of bacon are good, too. . . .Here’s hoping the Northampton High School Theater Company is one of those schools who win a Freddy Award for their Adams Family musical comedy. The high schools around here really compete for that award, and this play certainly was different. . . .Daffodils and tulips are trying to come up, but
it’s going slow with cold weather. . . .The hearts gang at the Legion has been smaller lately. I don’t know if it’s the weather or they’re staying home for health reasons. . . .They say the flu epidemic has tapered down. Sure hope so. . . .Have a good week, folks.
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Holy Family won three games and lost one, while runner-up D&R Precision Machining lost their second place and Taylor Honey moved up in week 29 of the Bath Industrial League. The Family team played Valley Electric for the win. They had Jim Bendekovitz, 239-203–632; Kevin Searles, 214-207–602; Dave Betz, 206-205–602; Del Buss, 224–591; and John Facinelli, 197–571. Electric: Bob Meixsell, 246-213–672; Cade Shemanski, 192–561; Don Arndt, 222–532; Andrew White, 191–524; Marty Beal, 184–508. G & L Sign Factory beat CoPilot Taxi 3 to 1, with Jason Eberts, 243-233–672; Paul Duda, 211-09–608; Chad Wagner, 224_556; Bill Fortner, 192–43; Shawn Snyder, 498. Taxi: James Mandarino, 200–472; Robert Kulick, 395; Brandon Corey, 289; Jose Negron, 271. Taylor Honey clipped D&R Precision Machining 3 to 1 behind Milt Kelly, 233-201–613; Ed Taylor, 204–562; Mark Janda, 203–556; Scott Friebolin, 185– 537; Jack Troxell, 474. D&R: Rick Dilley, 211-208–623; Terry Bartholomew, 206–593; “Butch” Post, 193–527; Dave Roman, 193–527; Don Remaley, 418. Harhart’s and Fensty’s Restoration split 2 to 2. Harhart’s: “Butch” Holland, 204–568; Rick Faust, 193–506; Bill Bachman, 194–505; Randy Fritz, 193–506; George Hyde, 497. Fensty’s: Marty Csencsits, 232-20–654; Matt Paulus, 245-211–642; Warren Nelson, 498; Mark Flamisch, 79; Joe Schwartz, 407. STANDINGS W L Holy Family 40 16 Taylor Honey 31 25 Valley Electric 29.5 28.5 D&R Precision Mach. 29 27 Fensty’s Restoration 28 28 G&L Sign Factory 24 32 Co-Pilot Taxi 21 34 Harhart’s 20.5 35.5
With a sweep of St. Paul’s UCC, Northampton, by scores of 5-4 in 10 innings, and 5-2 and 2-1, Salem Lutheran of Bethlehem increased its lead over second place Christ UCC of Bath in the Suburban Inter-church Dart Baseball League in a make-up series because of a January 8 ice storm. Top hitters for Salem were Bryan Frankenfield, 8 for 13; Kyle Taylor, 7 for 11, and a home run by Jacob Hoffert. St. Paul’s: Joe Stevko went 6 for 14 ad Tom Unger added a homer. Christ UCC players won 10-7 and 4-2, but lost the nightcap, 9-6 at St. Stephen’s Lutheran in Bethlehem. Hitters for Bath were Garry Hunsicker, 7 for 13; Mark Fujita, also 7 for 13; Joe Hunsicker, 5 for 12; Eric Yocum, 4 for 8 with a homer, and Ed Yost, a home run. St. Stephen’s: Ed Wychock was 7 for 13; Alan Antry, 6 for 12 with a homer; Dave Blaukovitch, also 6 for 12 with a homer, and home runs by John Hoysan and Alan Beahm. In other action, Ebenezer Bible Fellowship beat Messiah Lutheran 2-1 in 11 innings and 3-2, but lost the third game, 6-2. Ebenezer: Dean Frear, 5 for 12 with a homer and Charlie Costanzo with a homer. Messiah: Norm Schoenberger went 5 for 10; Dave Casey, 5 for 13; Eric Harper, 5 for 14 and a homer; Dan Halterman, 4 for 13, and Andy Mickelson, two home runs. Emmanuel EC of Bethlehem sandwiched 5-4 in 15 innings and 8-3 wins around a 6-4 loss in 11 innings at Salem UCC in Moorestown. Leading the way for Emmanuel were Jim Hill, 5 for 15 with two homers; Judy Hoffert, 4 for 15 with a homer, and Bob Bast with a homer. Salem UCC had Bob Krause, 7 for 16; Kris Wentzell, 6 for 16, and Kierstin Saeger, 4 for 16 with a homer. The final match of the night found Bath Lutheran beating Farmersville 2-1 and 3-2, losing 8-7. Bath: Dave Fisher went 6 for 12; Jordan Meixsell, 5 for 13;
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This Monday, Salem won two and lost one, while Christ Church won one and lost two. Salem lost the first game at St. Stephen’s, 7-2, but won 5-2 and 6-0. Salem hitters: Kyle Taylor, 7 for12; Bill Hoke Jr., 6 for 13, Scott Hoffert, 6 for 15. St. Stephen’s: Ed Wychok, 5 for 8. Christ UCC lost 4-5 in 10 innings, won 6-5, and lost 1-2 in 12 innings. Hitters for Bath were Jared Pokorny, 5 for 16; Garry Hunsicker and Ron Wagner, both 5 for 13, and Donnie Laudenslager, a home run. Dryland: Lou Devarius, 6 for 14; Earl Sigley, 6 for 15 Bernie Yurko, 5 for 14; Rich Durn, 5 for 15; and Jerry Butz, a homer. Messiah swept Bath Lutheran 6-5 in 15 innings, 6-2 in 10 innings, and 10-6. Mess:iah: Norm Schoenberger, 7 for 17; Charlie Heidecker, 6 for 12; Eric Harper, 5 for 14; Rich Hasonich, 5 for 17; Dave Casey, 4 for 10; Chris Knauss, a 3-run homer ; Andy Mickelson, a 3-5un homer also. Bath: “Butch” Kemp, 7 for 15; Dan Stillwell, 5 for 14; Jordan Meixsell, 5 for 15; Kevin Beichey, a 3-run homer. St. Paul’s won 3-0 and 8-1 sandwiched around a 1-2 loss at Farmersville. They had Brett Remel, 5 for 13; Tom Unger, 4 for 9 and two homers, and Brian Gross, 4 for 13. Farmersville: Ben Kerbaugh, 6 for 10; Gene Grim and Dave Campbell, both 4 for 11; and Jason Steigerwalt, a homer. Salem UCC traveled to Ebenezer where they lost 2-4, then rallied to win 6-5 and 5-0. Salem: Bill Rinker, 7 for 12; Kris Wentzell, 7 for 13; Larry Fehnel, 4 for 12 with a homer, and Ron Hugo, a home run. Emmanuel had the bye. STANDINGS Salem Luth., Beth’hem Christ UCC, Bath Dryland, Hccktown Continued on page 7
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would ultimately be more expensive and create a dead space on the municipal property’s lot. Other supervisors agreed with Cox. Supervisor Dale Hassler said he believes the second option will “allow room for expansion” and future buildings. Supervisor Bruce Frack asked Cox whether there would be enough room for trucks to access the salt shed. Cox explained that public works only wants a dump truck, which will fit. If an emergency requires any vehicle that is larger, road salt will be dumped in front of the shed and shoveled in. Frack was accepting of this response. “If you are okay with that, then I will be alright with it,” Frack said. Supervisors motioned to move
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By KERI LINDEN Allen Township MUTH Supervisors map’s language and “close voted 4-1 to books” on both the ship’s official amend the town- and Stagecoach Road map during Woodmore meeting on Tuesday, their Road, another March 13 in “historic trail.” order to make By KERI LINDENMUTH “They are Stagecoach Road “history.” During its March 14 meeting, gone…and I history. They are think that is the Borough of Bath Council met Residents living Fashion show he said. fine,” on the committee petitioned for with the new developer of Bath In addition its permanen road View Condos. Justin Huratiak, to the motion sure. t clo- Stagecoac submitted by The road, h Road, supervisor on who has experience developing ty, was once on private proper- made Morningstar LIZ BRANDL a s from 11:30 other commercial and residenis currently a township road but The a motion to send a letteralso a.m. to 2 p.m. again hosting Living is once mission cul-de-sac. The Rockefeller Group to Advian a Spring tial properties, would like to take is Hall Deborah Seiple and Brent Green $25. has Square. Fashion Show at Moravian road Guests will enjoy not been used A boutique fashions and over the previously stalled condoby the town- displeasure in the status to express Hall Square lunch in the Rose Inn Restauran in Nazareth. accessories will of ship in over 21 years of the dEx warehouse at Moravian minium project. t open to guests be dents are and resiconstruction. FeHall Square will be held onThe Fashion Show Dunkelbe after the luncheon seeking “They are really Original plans for the condoand program. Saturday, April rger’s fashions the road is never a way to ensure need not where they Proceeds from 21 by residents modeled Fashion minium located on Route 512 into be,” said the and friends of Show As township opened. township engineer Robert cluded two condo buildings and Mora- Auction on and from a Silent coln solicitor B. Cox. “[The] Lin- is not that Treadwell, Jr. timeline a possible strip mall. Currently being met.” charitable needs day will benefit township’s explained, official map lists the only one building sits on the site. Superviso Living. Tickets at Morningstar coach Stage- supervisor r Gary Behler Road as a “historic After the original developer went said be purchased for the event can til reopened. s should write trail in advance bankrupt, the project was never a letter ” He recommen un- “expressing our Welcome Center at the displeasure.” “If everybody around you completed. at Moravian taking “until reopened” out ded While Chairman By KERI LINDENMUTH Hall Square, map’s of the agrees with you, you are not doLarry Oberly Huratiak is currently under East Allen supervisors bid fareNazareth Pa., 175 W. North St., “more language to make residents acknowledged that agreement with the bank in con- well to township manager Debo- ing your job right,” he continued. 18064. the weather comfortable.” has not been only the like not Mornings were would He Supervisors However, Treadwell trol of the property. tar project, the “conducive” to the rah Seiple during their March 22 is a not-for-prSenior Living, Inc. that township “still warned to put several small buildings in meeting. Seiple will be retiring at ones to praise Seiple. Township this needs fond that owns and ofit organization a future does not guarantee that to say something.” the footprint of the undeveloped the end of March. She has been professionals also recalled operates Moravian board of supervisor the Finally, with However, working Hall of problem-solving memories condominium. Square, supervisors second tional creative s will a life care commu- not reopen the road. submitted by manager of the township since nity in the Borough However, to about ways they can rewardtalked program, on Saturday, March 17 he must first finish the land de- 2005, a role supervisors said she township manager. do so, supervisor MELINDA McCANN incentivize volunteer of Nazareth; and (Originally published s would Heritage Village, “[I have] appeared in front of Mountain West High velopment checklist the original brought to “fruition.” Before many municipalities,” said Joseph firefighters. Eight Northampton Area at Pocono an active adult go through a long “road have to Due to residency Today’s in Hurafrom 2006) held incomplete. was communi left event The developer column first opening” process ty in Upper continues to becoming the township’s School District teams (rang- School. look back at Nazareth how that would include some- not every firefighterrequirements, Township a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with the tiak is entering an escrow and will manager, she was also a township Piperato, III, township solicitor. “In 1962 when acquiring the workBank the former First Naing from kindergarten to tenth 8:30 ceremony following. tional efit from income would benBath celebrated a Home ; and Senior Solutions, continue with legal and engineer- supervisor and member of the “[It was] a great honor to their 225th anniversar of Care Several residents property. tax breaks or grade) competed at the North- awards 50 NASD students com- ing requirements. ganized in 1900Bath, a bank or- prospered stipends. with Debbie.” y, ment business and Care Manage- Road Over of Stagecoac planning commission. east Pennsylvania Odyssey of the with assets of the bank h were located financial strengththat showed its lion “You are at the top, Debbie,” Hassler, also Other news in Bath: in three different events. $8.2 milFor more informatioin Easton. the meetingin attendance during and nine employees Seiple has always, supervisors the township’s for Mind Tournament, an interna- peted you Great by surviving Jimmy Pasquariello, Presi- said, done what she felt was best he continued. “Thank the fire . The bank Brandl at 610-746-1 n call Liz determina and expressed their chief, said that “showing suffered Depressio with and tion in preventing ciation is more appredent of the Bath Social Hall, an- for the township and its residents. your friendship, guidance, 327 or e- road the permission n. We are, when Mr.a personal loss in 1975, mail lizb@mor than just giving the of Mr. Tim Clark Smith, from ever avian.com. 3 nounced that the social hall and being opened money out.” president and Supervisor Mark Schwartz re- Continued on page Herd, a former student both now and writer, quoting the Bath Volunteer Fire Depart- called Seiple welcoming him onto of this passedemployee for over 50 in the future. Continued on years, “In 1963 from away, a guiding “We No. 13 page 3 ment will be holding a joint fun- the board. 77th Year, Issue Bath 1987 anniversar the grand ing his light dur- of a hold-upthe bank was victim become do not want that road tenure at the draiser event on July 21. a through street,” to Tim and dedicated y book that by two armed bank.” “She helped me a lot with the www.homenewspa.com During the bank’s men 77th Year, Issue gun- Robert Hosking, said Called “United We Ride,” this rules of the road,” he said. volunteers published. It’s history, they cess who fled with funds in ex- half speaking on faced a number crammed with of $28,000. be- www.homenew No. 12 of residents. event will feature plenty of bikes, agreed. history supervisors local of Other “We threatenin and The and tragic confrontat remembrances. will achieve gunmen that objective spa.com g were later apprehend food, and vendors. The organi“You made me feel welcome,” somehow.” ed, tried and readers remember ions. Do my zations are currently petitioning Supervisor Don Heiney added. Supervisor the following? Continued on a motion to Dale Hassler made PennDOT to close Route 512 for “You are a [darn] good mentor.” page follow 3 USPS 248-700 Treadwell recommendation Continued on page 11 and change the’s
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by KERI LINDENMUTH The Catasauqua High School Drama Club presented their 2018 Freddy Awards-contending spring musical from March 9-11, bringing the classic Hollywood film Singin’ in the Rain to life. The musical, based on the 1952 Page 5 film starring dance legend Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor, and Allen House, Northampton, Pa. Debbie Reynolds, is an ambitious one for any high school to perform, but Catasauqua’s director Brenda McGuire knew her stuLockwood’s love interest, a role dents were up to the challenge. by Reynolds “We asked ourselves, what can that was performed we have our kids experience that in the film. McCully demonstrated the they have not experienced beof Kelly and fore?” she says in her director’s charm and swaggercheering after left the audience notes. classic number She and her husband, assistant performing the Rain.” The numdirector Kerry McGuire, offered “Singin’ in the Plumbers, electricians, butch- students a list of “Old Broadway” ber featured real rain falling from By KERI LINDENMUTH taverns, drug stores, dentists, classics and the tap-dancing-filled the set, which McCully gleefully Page 7 The Northampton Area His- ers, offices, inns, and more Singin’ in the Rain was unani- tap-danced and splashed his way torical Society took residents on doctors’ of the through. the borough streets. a journey through the borough’s lined are hard-pressed to get mously picked by members Meanwhile, Bilheimer brought “We drama club. past during a “looking back” Cosmo Brown to that today,” Oberly said. “Never had any of them tapped the charisma of presentation on Saturday, March near However, Walls’s book did not before June 2017,” McGuire con- life and had the audience roaring 10. The council chambers of the with laughter during his rendithe addresses of the businesses tinues. Northampton Borough Hall were list ‘Em Laugh.” The how long they were around, However, it was hard for au- tion of “Make filled with area residents sharing or Oberly, Reppert, Edward dience members to tell that not intense number filled with slapstories, recalling memories, and leading historical acrobatic dance the and of rest and the had ever stick humor uncovering new details about the Pany, on a mission to shed some a single cast member company moves, which infamously forced society tapped before. In the borough’s rich history. on the borough’s past. They number “Broadway Melody,” the exhausted film star O’Connor to The historical society’s vice light is days, three for photographs, bed old his to thunthrough take high school’s auditorium president, Larry Oberly, led the went football game ads, dered with the sound of tap shoes a favorite for many fans of the presentation, which used images Thanksgiving programs, and family histhe smiles musical and Bilheimer never lost both new and old to tell the story churchto find where these busi- and was brightened with Page 9 members, energy as he tapped, jumped, of over 60 borough businesses, tories were and what became of of over two dozen cast seventh spun, and flipped his way across nesses who ranged from grades past and present. Thousands of notecards through twelfth. the stage. “To me, history has always them. Finally, Cruz perfectly capfilled with addresses, names, 77th Year, Issue No. 11 Senior Connor McCully starred been a chronical of change,” were stories, while several flash and spunk of and as silent film star Don Lockwood, tured the kindness www.homenewspa.com Oberly said. were filled with pictures played by Kelly in the film. Se- Selden. Her songs “You Are My Oberly and other members of drives provided of businesses gone nior Branden Bilheimer starred as Lucky Star” and “Would You” the historical society, including Pany slower than the Lockwood’s friend Cosmo Brown, are noticeably Terry Reppert, combed through by. Several pictures showed the played by O’Connor in the film. fast-paced tap numbers that fill Ray Walls’s 1941 publication and meat markets of J.H. Sophomore Noel Cruz starred as Northampton: The Town That farms on page 2 USPS 248-700 Kathy Selden, aspiring actress and Continued Wants You, which listed over Continued on page 4 241 businesses in the borough.
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Mako to co-host Northampton Shredding event Submitted by TRACY POLOVICK As a free service to the community, Rep. Zach Mako (R-Lehigh/Northampton) will co-host a shredding event in Northampton to give residents of the 183rd Legislative District a chance to safeguard themselves against identity theft by having their personal documents securely destroyed. The event, co-hosted with the Borough of Northampton, will be held on Saturday, April 14, from 10 a.m. to noon, at Northampton Memorial Community Center, 1601 Laubach Ave., Northampton. “Last fall, I hosted two similar shredding events, which were very popular,” Mako said. “I’m pleased to be able to partner with Northampton again to help people safeguard against iden-
tity theft, a common and fastgrowing crime. The best way to protect oneself is to safely discard personal documents.” Acceptable items include all paper and manila folders. No more than four bags or boxes per household are permitted, and no businesses, please. Staples or paper clips do not need to be removed. Examples of items that can be brought to the event include documents that contain personal information, including birth dates, Social Security numbers, bank account information and credit card numbers. Information also will be provided about consumer protection and identity theft at the events. For more information, contact Mako’s offices at 610-502-2701 or 610-760-9805, or visit his website at www.RepMako.com.
Northampton Area Public Library Programs Submitted by SUSAN SENTZ Enjoy music, movement, and fun at Munchkin Music held on April 9 at 10 a.m. Crochet group is back in April.
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Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center Community Programs, April Submitted by LAUREN FORSTER DiscoverE Adventure Backpacks Available When: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.to 2:30 p.m. Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow a backpack full of kid-friendly tools to explore Jacobsburg. These backpacks are best for families with young children. Each backpack includes binoculars, notepad, colored pencils, magnifying lens, bug box, dip net, and five field guides for exploring the pond, insects, birds, trees, butterflies and moths. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. Fishing Rods and Tackle Available When: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow fishing poles and tackle to use in Jacobsburg’s creeks. To borrow equipment, you must provide a driver’s license or other
form of state issued identification. Persons age 16 and older must possess a current fishing license to fish. Adults can help children under 16 fish without a license. Bait is not provided. For more information call 610-7462801 or email jacobsburgsp@ pa.gov. Tuesday Trails Tuesday, April 10, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Get moving after work with a brisk hike at Jacobsburg. These guided monthly hikes are 2 to 2.5 miles over uneven terrain. Dogs are welcome to hike on a leash. Meet at the Visitor Center flagpole at 400 Belfast Road. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting us at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. Pennsylvania Coyotes Friday, April 13, 7 to 8 p.m. Have you ever seen a coyote in the wild? Have you ever heard them? What are your thoughts about this mysterious animal? Clever? Beautiful? Vermin? Join guest speaker Brad Kreider of the Pennsylvania Game Commission as he talks about one of the least understood creatures in the state. Registration is required.
Family Night: Wildflower Walkabout Friday, April 20, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Hit the trails to find some of the first spring blooms at Jacobsburg. Learn the parts of a flower along with basic identification of Pennsylvania’s native wildflowers. It’s recommended that kids bring a camera. This program is best for families with children ages five and up. Registration is required. Earth Day Saturday, April 21, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Celebrate Earth Day at Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center. Join us for several service projects including a litter pick-up, native garden cleanup and riparian buffer restoration. At 2 p.m., join educator Rick Wiltraut for a wild edibles walk in the park. Registration is required. Participants should dress for the weather and bring work gloves. Lunch will be provided. Basic Boating Course Saturday, April 28, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The PA Fish & Boat Commission’s PA Basic Boating Course was developed to supply boaters with practical information so they can make better-informed decisions on the water. Instruc-
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ANDY’S CORNER By ANDY WEAVER On March 31 the Nazareth baseball team played at Governor Mifflin and won on. They were rained/snowed out on April 2. The boys will play at home on April 6 vs. Whitehall. The Nazareth softball team played at Dieruff on April 4 and will play at home on April 6 vs. Whitehall. Afterwards they’ll travel to Pleasant Valley on April 7. The Nazareth boys lacrosse team went to Northampton on March 27 and won, then lost at home on March 29 to Emmaus. Next the lacrosse team will travel to Central on April 5, and then will play at home against Parkland on April 7. The Nazareth girls lacrosse team played Easton at home on March 27 and lost. The girls were snowed out vs. Liberty on April 2. Next the girls will host Freedom on April 5 and compete at Pleasant Valley on April 7. The Nazareth boys tennis team went to Dieruff on March 26 and won, then beat Freedom at home on March 27. The boys
fered during each session of DiscoverE: Outdoor Explorers (ages six through eight): Adventures with Amphibians and Reptiles – Have you ever wondered what makes frogs and toads different or why snakes always stick out their tongues? Were you able to tell if that was a salamander or a lizard that you saw? Explore the amazing world of amphibians and reptiles with us and learn all about these incredible animals. Penn’s Adventurers (ages nine through 12): Pollinator Pals – Most of us know that bees pollinate flowers. Do you know what bird is a pollinator? Mammal? Learn about the wonderful world of pollinators, why they’re important and how you can help them in your backyard. will compete at East Stroudsburg North on April 5 and will host Bangor at 10 a.m. on April 7. The Nazareth boys volleyball team went to Easton on March 27 and won, but lost at home against Whitehall on March 29. They had a tournament at Warwick on March 31 where they went 1-1 on the day. On April 7 the boys tennis team will compete in the Bobcat Tournament.
The Nazareth track team was at East Stroudsburg South and won and will host Stroudsburg and Central at home on Thursday, April 5 at 3:30 p.m. Finally, come check out the Nazareth High School Theatre’s production of ”Little Women” in the High School Auditorium at 7 p.m. on April 5, 6 and 7. There will also be a 2 p.m. show on April 7. For ticket information, visit https://m.bpt.me/ event/3334863. For up to the minute news, visit my website at https://nazarethsports.wordpress. com/.
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Church Dir. The Home News Church Directory is an alphabetical listing of community churches and synagogues. If you would like to submit a press release or calendar item for your church, please email it to: editorial@homenewspa. com or mail it to us at The Home News PO BOX A, Walnutport, PA 18088. The Church Directory is always available on our website at www.HomeNewsPA.com ASSUMPTION BVM PARISH, Northampton. 610262-2559 Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Mass 8 a.m., Tues. – Mass 8 a.m., Wed. – Mass 8 a.m., Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4 p.m. ASSUMPTION OF THE VIRGIN MARY UKRAINIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, Northampton 610262-2882 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., Sat. – Worship 5 p.m. BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, Bushkill Twp. 610-759-7132 Sun. – Worship 9:15 a.m., Sunday School 10:30 a.m. CARPENTER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH, Nazareth. 484-285-0040 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m.
CHRIST U.C.C., Schoenersville. 610-264-9325 Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville. 610837-6051 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH Northampton. 610262-8500 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. with HC, Sunday School 10:30 a.m. COVENANT UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-8377517 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m. HA, Sunday School 9:15 a.m. DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444 Sun. – Worship 8/10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m. EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt) 610-262-4961 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. EMMANUEL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1741 Sun – Traditional 8 and 10:45 a.m. and Contemporary 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Wed- Worship 7 p.m. FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport, 610-767-3505 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton, 610-262-9517 Sun – Worship 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:15-11 a.m.
GOSPEL CHAPEL WESLEYAN CHURCH, CHAPMAN QUARRIES Northampton, 610-262-8101 UNITED METHODIST, Bath. (N) 610-837-0935 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sun. – Sunday School 10 a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m., Sat- 5 Worship 11 a.m. p.m. CHRIST CHURCH OF GRACE BIBLE BATH, U.C.C., S. Chestnut St. FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-0345 Nazareth 610-759-7036 Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m., SS Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. 9 a.m.
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GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-9080 Sun.- Worship 9 a.m. HC, Sunday Morning Adventures 10:15 a.m., Adult Forum 10:30 a.m. GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Northampton 610-262-7186 (HA) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 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. 610759-7363 Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m., HC 1st and 3rd Sunday 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 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cherryville 610 767-7203 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. MOUNTAIN VIEW WESLEYAN CHURCH Bath 610-759-7553 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-7593163 Sun. – Worship 8:15/10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. NORTHAMPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Northampton 610-262-5645 Sun – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m., Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7:30 p.m. NORTHAMPTON GOD’S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-4412 (HA) Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. (ngmc.church) QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, Northampton 610262-2227 Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30 a.m., Mon. - Fri. – Mass 8 a.m. Sat. – Mass 4 p.m.
RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth. 484-597-1440 Sun. – Worship/meeting 10 a.m. SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. 610-8377874 Sun. – Mass 6:30/8/9:30/11 a.m., Mon.-Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri – Mas 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30/6 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 7/8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m. SALEM U.C.C. Moorestown 610-759-1652 Sun. – 8/10:15 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. ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL Nazareth 610-746-3910 Sun. – Holy Eucharist 10 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m. ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1061 Sun. - Worship 8/10:15 a.m., SS 9 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. 610-262-8666 Sun. - Worship 9:30 a.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun. – Worship at 8/10:45 a.m. ST. NICHOLAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, Walnutport. 610-767-3107
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Sun. – Mass 8/9:30/11 a.m., Holy Day – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri.- 8:30 a.m. ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton, 610-261-2910. HA Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. (with child care), Sunday School 9 a.m. ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indianland, Cherryville 610767-4572 Sun. – 9 a.m. Christian Hour Education, Worship at 10:30 a.m. ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Northampton 610-837-7426 Sun. – 10:15 a.m., SS 9 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 610-7678939 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. KEY –W- Worship, M – Mass, S – Services, SS – Sunday School, CE – Christian Ed, BS – Bible Study, CC - Child Care, HC – Holy Communion, H/A – Handicapped Accessible, VBS – Vacation Bible School
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On December 26, 2004, an earthquake beneath the Indian Ocean triggered a huge tidal wave as high as 100 feet tall that came crashing on shore across the region. The tsunami did damage as far as 5000 miles away. Over a quarter million people died in the rampaging waters and devastation. Entire island populations and coastal villages were wiped out. But, there was one notable exception to the loss of life--the Morgan sea gypsies. They are a small tribe of fishermen who spend much of the year on their boats fishing between India, Indonesia and Thailand. Each December, between fishing seasons, they live in small thatch huts on the beaches of Thailand. In December 2004 they were living directly in the path of certain disaster. Yet every member of the tribe survived, while most of their neighbors disappeared in the rampaging waters. Why? The tribal chief explains, “For generations our fathers warned us that if the waters ever receded fast, they would quickly reappear.” On December 26 when the sea suddenly drained away, many of their neighbors ran to the beach with baskets to pick up stranded fish. Not the Morgan sea gypsies. The chief ordered his tribe to run in the opposite direction, to the mountains and safety. When the tsunami hit, the entire tribe was spared. There is a striking parallel to this recorded in Genesis 6-7. Earth’s inhabitants became so corrupt that God brought worldwide judgment-the Great Flood. Everyone on earth perished except one family. Noah’s small tribe survived because they listened to the voice of their father and their father’s God. Similarly, judgment is coming again upon a world filled with sin and corruption. “But as the days of Noe were, so shall also the coming of the Son of man be” (Mt. 24:37). God has spoken making it clear that the only hope of salvation is in accepting His Son, Jesus Christ. Those who survive will be those who listen.
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Obituaries Laura J. Buskirk
SEPT. 16, 1965 –MARCH 27, 2018 Laura J. Buskirk, 52, of Plainfield Township, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at home. She was the wife of Lester E. Buskirk for 30 years. She attended Pen Argyl High School. Before her disability, she was employed by Cyberswim in Pen Argyl, where she was a floorwalker. Prior to that, she was employed for 20 years by MCS Plastics in Palmer Township. Born on Sept. 16, 1965 in Wilson Borough, she was a daughter of the late Marie (Deemer) Holderman and Carl Holderman of Upper Nazareth Township. Laura loved crafts, enjoyed crocheting and sewing, and cherished spending time with her grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her step-father, Carl Holderman; a son, Richard Buskirk, of Mount Bethel; two daughters, Catherine Buskirk of Pen Argyl and Cristina Buskirk of Wind Gap; three grandchildren; a brother, Thomas Densler; stepsiblings, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Lisa Moyer. A visitation for friends and relatives was held on Saturday, March 31 in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Interment will be private. Contributions may be offered to the American Heart Association, 968 Postal Rd., Suite 110, Allentown, PA 18109.
Philip D. Dempsey
DEC. 26, 1947 – MARCH 29, 2018 Philip D. Dempsey, 70, of Nazareth, died suddenly on Thursday, March 29, 2018 at home. He was the husband of Linda K. (Mackes) Dempsey for 44 years. A 1966 graduate of Girard College in Philadelphia, he continued his education at Park University in Parkville, Missouri, prior to the start of his military career, joining the U.S. Army in 1967 during the Vietnam war. His career spanned 20 years, including the Army Re-
serve and National Guard. He was employed by the Bethlehem Steel, working in the machine shop for more than 30 years until retiring in 1998. Then he was a bus driver for Trans Bridge Lines. Born on Dec. 26, 1947 in Allentown, he was a son of the late Arthur and Martha (Snyder) Dempsey. He was a member of Bushkill United Methodist Church; a member of Brown & Lynch Post #9 American Legion and the American Legion Riders Pennsylvania of the post in Palmer Township. His passion was traveling and camping in his RV with his wife, and he enjoyed riding his motorcycle. Surviving in addition to his wife are daughters Tracy Shoemaker and Marcy Smith, both of Nazareth; four grandchildren; two brothers, Tom Dempsey of Phoenix, Arizona and Joel Dempsey of Thomaston, Maine; a sister, Gwen Burke, of Aurora, Colorado; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Richard, Allen and Norwood Dempsey, and two sisters, Patsy Dempsey and Laura Engle. Services were held on Tuesday, April 3 in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown, followed by interment with military honors in Bushkill M. E. Cemetery, Wind Gap. Memorial donations may be offered to the American Legion Post 9, 2260 Corriere Dr., Easton, PA 18045.
James L. Dorsey
James L. Dorsey, 91, of Danielsville, died on Monday, March 26, 2018 in Alexandria Manor, Bath. He was the husband of the late Clare L. (Heery) Dorsey who passed away on April 15, 2015. He was employed by the former Bethlehem Steel Corp. as an inspector of beams for 40 years before he retired. James served in the U.S. Navy during World War II aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise as a gunner and later served aboard the U.S.S. Mindoro, attaining the rank of Seaman 2nd Class. Born in Nappanee, Indiana, he was a son of the late John and Ada (Morgan) Dorsey and was raised by his uncle and aunt, Harry and Stella (Sensinger) Morgan. He was of the Lutheran faith. In his spare time, he could be found gardening and spending time with his family.
Surviving are a daughter, Jan L. Knopf, of Slatington; a son, Jay L. Dorsey, of Walnutport; a sister, Nancy Pancottine, of Whitehall; two grandsons; a niece and two nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Eugene A. Dorsey. A Celebration of Life service was held in his honor on Saturday, March 31 in the Ovsak Funeral Home, 190 S. 4th St., Lehighton, with The Rev. Michael Kloton officiating. Interment with military honors followed in S.S. Peter & Paul Catholic Cemetery, Lehighton. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 101 W. Frack St., Frackville, PA 17931.
August E. Evrard
August E. Evrard, Sr., 92, affectionately known as “Lindy”, formerly of Bethlehem, died on Saturday, March 31, 2018 at home in Horsham, Pa. on the eve of the first anniversary of his wife’ death. He was the husband of the late Helen M. Evrard for 68 years. A 1943 graduate of Bethlehem Catholic High School, Lindy served in the U.S. Army before taking on a multi-decade career as a product engineer for the Bethlehem Steel Co. Born in Bethlehem, he was a son of the late John and Elizabeth Evrard. He was a devoted member of the Knights of Columbus and an active congregant of the Sacred Heart Church in Bath for many years and later St. Catherine of Siena in Horsham. He enjoyed music, particularly pipe organ classics, trains and planes, time with family, and a good game of pinochle. Surviving are his five children, Marie I. Zoellner of Wallhalla, S.C., Helen M. Evrard of Middleton, Conn., Linda E. McAndrew of Norristown, Pa., Anne M. DeLucia of Horsham, and August E. Evrard, Jr. of Ann Arbor, Michigan; 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and a sister, Delores Horvath. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Friday, April 6 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the John J. Bryers Funeral Home, 406 N. Easton Rd., Willow Grove, Pa. ad on Saturday morning, April 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at St. Catherine of Siena R.C. Church, 321 Witmer Rd., Horsham, PA 19044. Funeral Mass to follow at 11:00 a.m., with burial at 1:30 p.m. in the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Bath. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry, 321 Witmer Rd., Horsham, PA 19044.
Joann A. Ferris
JUNE 16, 1963 – MARCH 27, 2018 Joann A. Ferris, 54, of Bethlehem, died on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-
Muhlenberg, Bethlehem. She was the wife of John M. Ferris for 23 years on March 19. A stay at home mother who loved caring for her family, Joanne was a soccer mom and enjoyed helping out at her children’s school events. She was very artistic and creative and loved butterflies. She attended Notre Dame Church in Bethlehem, and was a joy to be around and always laughing. Born on June 16, 1963 in Calabria, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Giuseppe and Paolina (Peluso) Fusco. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, John R. and Michael A. Ferris of Bethlehem; a brother, Rocco A. Fusco of Bethlehem; and two sisters, Nickie A. Dellapietra of Bethlehem and Diana Nannetti of Brooklyn, N.Y. She was predeceased by a brother, Alfred Fusco. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Tuesday in Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary R.C. Church, Northampton with the Rev. Msgr. Thomas P. Koons celebrating. Interment followed in Assumption B.V.M. Cemetery Mausoleum, Northampton. The family received friends on Monday, April 2 at the Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton. Contributions may be sent to a charity of one’s choice.
Margaret Ann (Kerler) Henderson
JAN. 3, 1950 – FEB. 21, 2018 Margaret Ann (Kerler) Henderson, 68, formerly of Stockertwn, died on Feb. 21, 2018 in her home at Frisco, Texas. She worked as a controller for St. Regis Paper Co., formerly of Nazareth and Princeton Packaging in Bloomington, Indiana. Margaret was born on Jan. 3, 1950 in Bethlehem, and raised in a home her father built in Stockertown. She was a daughter of the late Anton and Julie Unger (Csar) Kerler. She was a former member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Nazareth, and most recently a member of St. Francis Assisi Catholic Church in Frisco. She loved cats and enjoyed traveling. An excellent cook, she shared her mother’s German recipes, pastries, Austrian strudel and beef stew. She is survived by her son, Cory Henderson of Oregon; step-children, David Henderson, Jr. of Texas, Kristin Henderson of South Carolina; a step-grandson of South Carolina; and half-sons John and William Kerler, of Nazareth; a half-sister, Dolores Jones of Florida, and many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were an infant son, Sean Adam Henderson; half-siblings, Rose Marie, Anthony, Frank, and Louis Unger and Eleanor Kelly. A Memorial Mass was held on Wednesday, April 4 in Holy Family Church, Nazareth, followed by inurnment at Holy Family Columbarium. Arrangements were made by the Joseph F.
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Robert Higgins JULY 11, 1936 – MARCH 29, 2018 Robert Higgins, 81, of Northampton, died on Thursday, March 29, 2018 at home. He was the husband of Dolores (Swider) Higgins for 58 years. He worked as a supervisor for many trucking companies over the years before retiring from Preston Trucking. Born on July 11, 1936, he was a son of the late Louis, Sr. and Anna (Marek) Higgins. Robert was a member of Eckley E. Patch Post #470, American Legion, in Bath and a life member of Coplay Saengerbund. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Roberta Mortimer; a son, Mark; six grandchildren; a brother, Stephen; and a sister, Joan. A Celebration of Life was held today (April 5) in the Reichel Funeral Home, 326 E. 21st St., Northampton. Interment followed in the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Cemetery, Northampton. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 968 Postal Rd., Suite 110, Allentown, PA 18109 or American Cancer Society, 3893 Adler Place, Suite 170, Bethlehem, PA 18017.
Grace A. Hough
Grace A. Hough, 72, of Walnutport, died on Tuesday, March 22, 2018 in Palmerton Hospital. She was the wife of Richard E. Hough of Walnutport for 52 years. She worked as a secretary for Becker Mobile Home Park in Walnutport for more than 40 years. Prior to that, she worked briefly in the banking business. Born in Walnutport, Grace was a daughter of the late Alex and Emily (Mesavich) Husack. Grace was a member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Ber-
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linsville, and a member of the Order of Eastern Star. Along with her husband, she judged car shows on the nation al level. She is survived by her husband. She was predeceased by a sister, Kathleen Horvath, and a nephew, Stephen Horvath. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Tuesday, April 3 in St. Nicholas Church, Berlinsville, preceded by visitation on Monday and Tuesday in the Harding Funeral Home, Slatington. Interment followed in the parish cemetery.
Dorothy A. Krebs
OCT. 11, 1923 – MARCH 24, 2018 Dorothy A. Krebs, 95, of Nazareth, died on Saturday, March 24, 2018 in the V.N.A. Hospice House of St. Luke’s Hospital in Lower Saucon Township. She was the wife of the late Harry J. Krebs for 60 years before he passed away Feb. 10, 2004. Dottie “Dee” graduated from Nazareth High School and beautician school. Born on Oct. 11, 1923 in Nazareth, she was a daughter of the late Charles W. and Susie E. (Kemmerer) Kline. She was a homemaker for most of her life and enjoyed playing bingo, baking apple pies and cutout cookies. Surviving are a daughter, Doris Tamandl of Bushkill Township; a grandson, Shawn Tamanl of Nazareth; a great-grandson, Evan, and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Blanche Fisher, and four brothers, Robert, Joseph, Milton, and Titus Kline. Private services were held in St. John’s U.C.C. Church in Nazareth, followed by burial in Greenwood Cemetery, Nazareth. Arrangements were made by the Schmidt Funeral Home, 407 Belvidere St., Nazareth. Donations may be offered to St. John’s U.C.C. Church, 183 S. Broad St., Nazareth, PA 18064.
Robert Jackson
OCT. 30, 1945 – MARCH 24, 2018 Robert Jackson, 72, of Nazareth, died on Saturday, March 24, 2018 at his home in Florida. He was the husband of Angela (Dotoli) Jackson for 34 years. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering from Coventry, England prior to his moving to the United States in 1974. Most recently, he was president of Milliken Valve Co., Bethlehem, retiring in 2016.
Born on Oct. 30, 1945 in Nuneaton, England, he was a son of the late Stanley and Doris (Henney) Jackson. Robert was a member of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Allentown. He enjoyed gardening and reading. He loved spending time in his home in Florida. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Julie Jackson, of Coplay; a son, Darren Jackson, of Singapore, Asia; a brother, Alec Jackson, of England; brother-in-law, Anthony Dotoli, of Easton; and many aunts, uncles and cousins around the U.S. and England. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family Arrangements were made by the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth. Donations may be offered to the American Lung Association or St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, c/o the funeral home at 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, PA 18064.
Nyack College and Deloitte, Haskins & Sells. She was a member of Grace Bible Fellowship Church, Nazareth. Born on Jan. 25, 192 5, she was a daughter of the late Albert M. and Charlotte R. (Banko) Schmidt. Surviving are a nephew, Carl J. Fischer, Jr.; a niece, Sharon L. Lantzer; five grand-nephews and a grand-niece, Joshua Fischer, Jeremy Fischer, Josiah Fischer, Elizabeth Lantzer, Jeremiah Lantzer; four great-grandnephews and a great-grandniece. Preceding her in death was her sister, Joanne M. Fischer. Services were held on Tuesday, April 3 in Grace Bible Fellowship Church. A gathering of family and friends followed in the church fellowship hall. The Ashton Funeral Home in Easton made arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Bible Fellowship Church, 100 E. Beil Ave., Nazareth, PA 18064.
Peter D. Rusiewicz
Patricia R. Turillo
OCT. 25, 1958 – MARCH 28, 2018 Peter D. Rusiewicz, 59, of Northampton, died on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, Salisbury Township. A 1976 graduate of Northampton High School, he worked for Goodyear Tire Co. for 13 years. Previously, he worked in construction. Born on Oct. 25, 1958 in Allentown, he was a son of Bernard “Buddy” and Alverta “Woo” (Lapachak) Rusiewicz of Northampton. Peter was a member of St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church, Northampton. Surviving are his parents; companion Evelyn Billy, and many cousins. Divine Liturgy was held yesterday (Wednesday, April 4) in St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church, 1343 Newport Ave. Visitation was held on Tuesday and Wednesday in the Reichel Funeral Home, 326 E. 21st St., Northampton. Burial was in the parish cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the church or ASPCA, 424 E. 92nd St., New York, N.Y. 10128-6804.
Jeanette C. Schmidt
JAN. 5, 1925 – MARCH 24, 2018 Jeanette C. Schmidt, 93, of Nazareth, died Saturday, March 24, 2018 in Gracedale. She graduated from Wilson High School and Nyack College. Jeanette then worked for Missionary Aviation Fellowship,
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DEC. 13, 1945 – MARCH 24, 2018 Patricia R. “Patti” Turillo, 72, of Lower Nazareth Township, formerly of Youngstown, Ohio, died on Saturday, March 24, 2018 in St. Luke’s Hospital-Anderson Campus, Easton. She was the wife of Jerome A. Turillo for 51 years. Patti retired as a CNA from Gracedale, where she dedicated 15 years. Born on Dec. 13, 1945 in Youngstown, she was a daughter of the late Ronald E. Rowe and Doris (Burns) Rowe Kelley. She enjoyed spending time with her family. In addition to her husband, Patti is survived by three children, Michelle M. Frame of South Whitehall Township, James A. Turillo, Jr. of Boardman, Ohio, and Julia A. Loquasto of Bethlehem Township; four grandchildren, Mason Frame, Daniel Turillo, Alayna Turillo, and Giada Loquasto; five siblings, Ronald Rowe, Marie Jones, Arlene Aurelio, Peggy Brancho, and William Rowe; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by a brother, Eugene Rowe. Services were held on Saturday, March 31 in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth. There was no burial. Donations may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and the Alzheimer’s Association, c/o the funeral home at 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, PA 18064.
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Ronald C. Serfass, 80, of Walnutport, Lehigh To w n s h i p , died on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 in Lehigh Valley Hospice Inpatient Unit, Allentown. He was the companion of Mary Jane (Solt) Stier, with whom he resided.
He was employed as a mechanic and general laborer by the former N.J. Zinc Co., Palmerton, for more than 20 years. Born in Lower Towamensing Township, he was a son of the late Preston A. and Evelyn M. G. M. (Schaffer) Serfass. Ronald was a member of Salem United Methodist Church in Aquashicola. He served in the U.S. Navy in the Vietnam War era. He enjoyed working on cars, auto racing, and attending local speedways. Besides his companion, he is survived by sisters Delores F. Smith of Nazareth and Verna Scheetz of Slatington; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 14 at 11:00 a.m. in Salem Methodist Church, 4145 Forest Inn Rd., Aquashicola, PA. Call 10-11 a.m. Saturday in the church. Interment with military honors in Towamensing Cemetery, 3rd St. & Fireline Rd., Palmerton. Arrangements are by the Campton Funeral Home, Palmerton.
Gary R. Townsend
APRIL 10, 1955 – MARCH 28, 2018 Gary R. Townsend, 62, of Bethlehem, died on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at home. He worked as a final technician for Mack Trucks for 32 years before retiring in 2006. Born on April 10, 1955 in Salisbury, Maryland, he was
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the son of the late Russell and Margaret “Peggy” (Christopher) Townsend of Northampton. Gary raced motorcycles at Zinc City in Palmerton and he also loved NASCAR. He was a former member of Fraternal Order of Eagles in Bethlehem. In his spare time he enjoyed renovating houses and apartments. Surviving are sons, Gary Townsend, Jr. of Greenacres, FL and Jeremy Ponstingl of Allentown; a daughter, Kelly Townsend, of Catasauqua; stepson, Ryan James, of Charleston, SC; step-daughter, Ashley Lacerda of West Jefferson, NC; sisters, Molly Stahley of Saylorsburg, Melissa Blair of New Castle, IN, and Mary Arndt of Mertztown; half-brothers, Russell Townsend of Melbourne, FL and Tom Townsend of Gotha, FL; four grandchildren; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a halfsister, Marie Granski. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 7 at 11:00 a.m. in the Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, followed by interment in Fairview Cemetery, Northampton. The family will receive friends from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. prior to the service n the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Gary, c/o the funeral home.
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PUBLIC NOTICE-LEGAL NOTICE The Borough of Nazareth is currently considering purchasing a leaf vacuum and chipper. The leaf vacuum will be used to collect leaves throughout the borough and the chipper will be used to grind up smaller amounts of yard waste such as tree limbs, bushes, etc. Both of the items will be stored at the Nazareth Public Works Garage. The Borough of Nazareth is applying for a PA DEP Act 101, Section 902 Recycling Grant to fund the equipment. Interested parties on the purchase or reimbursement of said equipment may submit comments to Robert Reimer, Borough of Nazareth, 705 GWSToudt Blvd, Nazareth, PA, 18064 within 30 days of the publication of this notice. (3/22-4/12) ESTATE NOTICE The Estate of PRUDENCIA Y. MEUSER, deceased, of the Township of Palmer, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the above Estate were granted to Jessica C. Blaisdell, Executrix, on February 27, 2018. All persons indebted to the Estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claim or demand are to present the same without delay to Jessica C. Blaisdell, in care of Gregory R. Reed, Attorney-at-Law, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299, Nazareth, PA 18064-0299. (3/22-4/5) ESTATE NOTICE Coombs, Glennie, Late of Bath, Northampton County, PA Executor: Minott L. Coombs c/o Dennis P. Ortwein, 5201 William Penn Highway, Easton, PA 18045 Attorney: Dennis P. Ortwein, Esquire, 5201 William Penn Highway, Easton, PA 18045 (3/22-4/5) LEHIGH TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE The Lehigh Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene on Thursday, April 12, 2018, at 6 p.m. to hear the following appeals. The hearing will be held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA 18088. BONNIE HORWITH The Applicant/Owner of 3438 West Walker Road Walnutport, PA 18088 has filed an application for zoning relief from design standards for the location and size of a new single family dwelling. The design standards for this zoning district state that setback requirements for Single-family detached dwellings are 50’ for the front yard, 50’ for the rear yard, 20’ for side yards, and a maximum lot coverage of 20% therefore, requiring a Variance from Section 180-16.E. “Design standards”. The parcel I.D. No. is H4-22-6A-0516 and is located in the Agriculture/Rural Residential Zoning District. WILLIAM E. STROHL & ALMA P. & ROY R. HOCH REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST The Applicants/Owners of 4169 Lehigh Drive (Strohl) and 4175 Lehigh Drive (Hoch) Cherryville, PA 18035 are requesting
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this action. The parcel I.D. No. for 4169 Lehigh Drive (Strohl) is J3SW2-3-7-0516 and is located in both the General Commercial and Village Residential Zoning Districts. The parcel I.D. No. for 4175 Lehigh Drive (Hoch) is J3SW2-3-6-0516 and is located in the General Commercial Zoning District. LARRY E. & KIMBERLY A. SHOEMAKER The Applicants/Owners of 1422 Nectarine Road Danielsville, PA 18038 have filed an application for zoning relief from design standards for the location of a new concrete front porch and front porch roof with the dimensions of 40- foot by 8- foot attached to the existing single family dwelling. The design standards for this zoning district state that Single-family detached dwellings require a 50- foot front yard setback, therefore, requiring a Variance from Section 180-16.E. “Design Standards”. The parcel I.D. No. is G3-2-12G-0516 and is located in the Agriculture/Rural Residential Zoning District. JEFFREY BILHEIMER The Applicant/Owner of 4727 Upper Three Mile Lane P.O. Box 214 Walnutport, PA 18088 Parcel I.D. No K2-8-2D appeals the decision of the Zoning Officer for issuance of a fence permit to neighboring property owner Susan Bilheimer located
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When it comes to ware houses, Allen Township residents Wonder when enough is enough
By KERI LINDENMUTH In what has become a common scene in communities throughout the Lehigh Valley, between 50 and 100 residents came full force to protest the out in planned development of a new warehouse complex. Allen Township residents filled the Allen Township Fire Company on Tuesday, February 27 to voice their concern over the proposed Jaindl Watson Land Company warehouse development. This development, which will be built at Howertown
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and Seemsville Roads and 329, will consist of six Route ent warehouses, totaling differroughly 2.5 million square feet. Plans for the development were submitted to Allen Township in December 2016. The land of the proposed house complex is currently warefor warehouse use, leaving zoned visors’ hands legally tied. super“Every municipality has to provide for all different uses,” explained B. Lincoln Treadwell, township solicitor.
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However, frustrated residents could not help but feel as pervisors and developers if sulike David Jaindl are not listening to their voices. Many residents who took a stand asked the question of supervisors: same What can we do? “We are looking at our munity as a whole,” said com- Huge tree at 2560 Wood’s Edge Rd., Bath was resident prevented from falling uprooted, and only Pete James, who voiced to the ground by other concern trees. At 2101 Wood’s about 13 proposed warehouses Edge, a tree fell on their garage, after the upper half broke off from the wind on Friday night. in the area. “That is a wall of marked those trees andSunday afternoon, a tree service came in and warehouses.” others that were a threat to falling. “We have had three – Home News photo warehouse developments large into our beautiful rural come areas,” said Marcy Vogal. “Perhaps you can look at keeping our quality of life what we would hope it would be…perhaps we need to do it [Allen Township’s recent comprehensive plan] again.”
Numerous residents, like Robert Hoskins, expressed concern over the environmental impacts of the warehouses Other dents appreciated the job resiopportunities the warehouses would bring, but wondered (Originally published in 2006) whether Allen Townshipaloud has We are continuing to experienced too much back” to transportation “look Railroad, a project of the Atlas ment in too short a time.developin from the 1937 Bath-BicentenBath Portland Cement Company. It “We do not always control Book edited by two former nial was built in 1901 and 1902 be- the change we get,” said Larry historians, Rev. Reginald Bath tween Northampton and Bath Oberly, Chairman of the Board Helff- and opened for erich and Asa K. McIlhaney. service in of Supervisors. “I cannot use Old-timers liked to call 1902. the “Doorways and Dormers” public it the opinion to violate is the “Nowhere and back book’s title. the law.” railroad.” In Bath, the 8-½ mile railroad explained Both he and Treadwell Most of my readers rememthat if plans meet the ber the Northampton and Bath Continued on page 3 Continued on page 2
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