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Bath Borough Council Delays decision on Proposed Elm Street One-way change By SAVANNAH BROWN Bath Borough Council reorganized for the new year and addressed a contentious proposal to make a portion of Elm Street one-way during its meeting on Monday, Jan. 5. Several residents voiced opposition to a proposed ordinance that would designate Elm Street as one-way eastbound from Broad Street to Wolf Street. Of the 12 property owners affected, four or five attended the meeting to express concerns, saying they believe the change would be unsafe, increase traffic and was pushed through too quickly. Some residents initially believed the proposal was driven by a private developer. However, borough officials clarified that the change was initiated by the borough, not the developer. Under current regulations, any development involving a public roadway would require Elm Street to be widened, resulting in street improvement costs exceeding the cost of the development itself. Making the street one-way was included as a condition of approval to avoid that outcome. Officials said borough crews had already planned to repair the street and that the developer would contribute funding to improve the frontage of its property. They also acknowledged residents’ concerns about added traffic from two homes located on the portion of the street proposed to become one-way and said those issues would be addressed. Council had prepared to consider adoption of the ordinance at the January meeting, but with two newly seated council members unfamiliar with the issue and residents speaking in opposition, the matter was delayed. Newly appointed Council Vice President Emanuel Mirabito made a motion to adopt the ordinance, but the motion died for lack of a second. Council voted to table the or-
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Lehigh Township Police and neighbor Rescue elderly woman from icy pond By HOME NEWS STAFF Lehigh Township police and a quick-acting neighbor rescued an elderly woman from frigid water Saturday afternoon after she fell into a pond at her home, authorities said. Officers were dispatched at 2:36 p.m. on Jan. 11 to the 3400 block of West Walker Road following the activation of a medical alert pendant, according to the Lehigh Township Police Department. Upon arrival, officers Batihk and Stinemire saw the woman wav-
ing her arms for help. Police said the woman had fallen into a pond on the property while cleaning out its pump. With help from a nearby resident, the officers pulled her from the water and brought her safely inside the home. Northampton Regional EMS responded and transported the woman to a local hospital for treatment. Police said her body temperature had plummeted to 88 degrees upon evaluation, a level consistent
dinance until February and to re-advertise it. Residents were encouraged to raise questions or concerns at the Feb. 9 meeting. Borough officials said all required procedures for public notice and transparency had been followed. Council also took action related to the borough’s stormwater projects. Members discussed the Bath Borough Stormwater Authority, which was established about a year ago and oversees projects totaling approximately $800,000. Because the authority lacks three years of revenue history, it cannot independently secure financing for upcoming MS4 projects. Council voted to apply for a loan of up to $1 million at a low interest rate of 1.75% over 20 years, with the borough cosigning the loan. Officials said the borough ultimately remains responsible for the required permits. As part of the reorganization, Mayor Fiorella Reginelli Mirabito was sworn in for another fouryear term, her fourth as mayor. She also administered the oath of office to newly elected council members Katherine Yost and Darrin Heckman. Affidavits of residency and oaths of office were completed by Yost, Heckman and James Liesicki. Council then elected its officers, reappointing Frank Hesch as council president, naming Emanuel Mirabito as vice president and Samantha Angst as president pro tempore. Council also approved a series of routine appointments by motion, including the intent to renew the employment agreement of Borough Manager Bradford T. Flynn; the reappointment of Grim, Biehn & Thatcher, with Mary Drovich celebrates her 100th birthday at Patrick Armstrong serving as Gracedale Nursing Home. borough solicitor; Colliers EngiBy SAVANNAH BROWN same plainspoken wisdom that neering & Design Inc., with Ron Mary Drovich doesn’t make a has guided her for a century: Madison as borough engineer; “You can’t do much about it," Hanover Engineering as sewage big fuss about turning 100. When asked about how it she said, "so you just make the enforcement officers; and Barry feels to reach such a milestone, best of it and take what comes." she offers her answer with the Then she smiled and suggested, Continued on page 5
with severe hypothermia. In a statement, the police department credited the officers’ swift response with saving the woman’s life and highlighted the value of medical alert systems for older residents. “This shows the importance for elderly family members and friends to utilize medical pendants. Even though the majority of pendant activations that we get are accidental, this incident is proof that they work and could quite possibly save a life.” the department said.
A Century of memories: Mary Drovich celebrates her 100th birthday at Gracedale “Maybe I’ll just start over.” That quiet humor and steady outlook were on full display as Mary celebrated her 100th birthday at Gracedale Nursing Home, the very place where she once spent more than two decades caring for others before retiring. Now a resident there, she remains sharp, mobile and, according to her family, hard to keep up with. Born and raised on Daniels Road in Nazareth, Mary grew up on a small farm and later raised her own children on that same stretch of land. She is the mother of three—Steve, Rosie and Donald—and says without hesitation that her children are what she is most proud of. As a single mother, she worked hard to provide for them, putting her family first at every turn. The children helped with chores around the house Continued on page 12
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The board established its reguCraig Hoffman was appointed “If we do not have zoning for January 15-21, 2026 3 East Allen it, [developers] can put it wher- lar meeting schedule for Tuesdays as the township’s representative ever they want,” added Unangst. at 6 p.m., noting the November to the First Regional Compost also set junkyard permit, solicitation permit and animal boardAreas of the township zoned meeting will be held Nov. 9 due Authority. Township Supervisors also approved a ing fees at $500, $25 and $25, General Industrial include land to the general election. David along Airport Road from Route Kunsman Corporation was ap- resolution establishing the sub- respectively. Moves to Several boards and commis329 north to Snyders Church pointed township auditor, and division and land development sions saw reappointments. Lyle a resolution named Township application review and fee schedRegulate data Road. There is no public entity cur- Manager Stephen Nowroski as ule for 2026. Officials said there Woodard and Zachary Zeitner rently tracking the total number open records officer for 2026, would be no increase in fees, with were reappointed to five-year Centers, looks of data centers in the state; how- with Jason Harhart appointed as the exception of the fee for zon- terms on the Zoning Hearing ing verification letters. The board Continued on page 5 ever, Penn State estimates there alternate. between 57 and 97 data cenAhead to 2026 are ters in Pennsylvania, with many By KERI LINDENMUTH REMINDER - UPCOMING AUCTION more proposed. These centers The East Allen Township Board house the servers and other IT PUBLIC AUCTION of Supervisors held its annual rePalisades Regional Fire & Rescue Banquet Hall organization meeting on Monday, Jan. 5, and looked ahead to the new year, including changes to the township’s zoning ordinance that will proactively address the rise in data center construction. During the meeting, Supervisor Roger Unangst was reappointed as chairman of the board, while Supervisor Mark Schwartz was reappointed as vice chairman. Other vacancies filled included reappointing Dave Schleder to the Zoning Hearing Board and Robert Mills to a four-year term on the Planning Commission. The township is still seeking interested applicants to fill an open vacancy on the Parks & Recreation Board. Following the appointment of township officials, the board conducted its regular meeting and discussed amending the township zoning ordinance to incorporate data centers as a new conditional use in the General Industrial Zoning District. This draft amendment, which was approved for advertisement, provides specific criteria for new data centers, delegating them to heavy industrial areas in the township. There are no active plans for any data centers in the township. However, as development of these centers becomes more popular, Unangst and Township Manager Brent Green explained that it is in the township’s best interest to create a use for them. “We are being proactive to come up with regulations in the event that this use comes forward,” said Green.
infrastructure needed to meet the growing demands of cloud computing and AI. In other news, Northampton Regional EMS thanked Green for his work in helping secure a $250,000 grant for two ambulance upgrades. The next East Allen Township Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Thursday, Jan. 22, at 7 p.m.
Shaffer named Chairman As Moore Township sets 2026 agenda
By SAVANNAH BROWN The Moore Township Board of Supervisors reorganized and conducted their regular monthly meeting on Monday, Jan. 5, making a series of annual appointments, setting fees and addressing township projects. In a change of leadership, supervisors selected David Shaffer as chairman for 2026, with Daniel Piorkowski appointed vice chairman. The positions were reversed last year. Additionally, Eric Erb was appointed sewage enforcement officer for a one-year term, with KCE named as alternate. Angelo Cavallo Jr. was appointed vacancy board chairman for a one-year term.
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Richard W. Creyer, Sr.
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Richard W. “Dickie” Creyer Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and esteemed member of the community, who entered eternal rest on Jan. 6, 2026. He was 87. Born in Northampton, Richard Sr. was a son of the late Thomas A. and Lottie (Roth) Creyer. Richard Sr. was a 1956 graduate of Northampton High School. He lived a life dedicated to family, service and his profession, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him. Richard Sr. devoted several decades of his life to the plumbing and heating supply industry, serving with distinction as the
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key employee of the Connolly family and his lifelong friend whom he considered a brother, Paul Connelly Jr., at Bath Supply Company Inc., before becoming a partner in 1975. His steadfast commitment to excellence and integrity shaped not only his career but also the lives of countless colleagues and customers. In addition to his professional and familial roles, Richard Sr. proudly served his country in the Army, embodying the values of loyalty and dedication that defined his life. He was a member of Manoquesy Lodge No. 413 F. & A.M., Bath as well as an active and faithful member of Calvary Baptist Church, where he served as a trustee, usher and greeter. An avid Phillies and Eagles fan, Richard was a true sportsman at heart, and he ardently supported Northampton Scholastic sports and local little league baseball throughout the years. A devoted family man, Richard Sr. cherished his wife JoAnne, and together they nurtured a loving home in Bethlehem. He is survived by his sons, Richard W. Creyer, Jr. and his wife, Deborah,
of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, and Craig H. Creyer and his partner, Karla Lockwood, of North Catasauqua, and a daughter-in-law, Kay A. (Leiby) Creyer of Blandon, who will carry forward his legacy of kindness and strength. Richard Sr.’s joyful spirit will be missed by his grandchildren: Amy Percifield and her husband, Ben; William Creyer and his wife, Andrea; Michael Creyer and his wife, Casey; Matthew Creyer and his fiancee, Katerina; Christopher Creyer; Brandon Creyer; Alexis Thompson and her husband, Forrest; Luke Creyer; and great-grandchildren, Naomi, Gus, James and Theodore. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Harriet Boehmer, and fondly loved by many nieces and nephews. Richard Sr. was preceded in death by a son, Mark T. Creyer in 2022; and two brothers, Robert and George Creyer. As we gather to celebrate Richard Sr.’s remarkable life, let us remember his warmth, his laughter and his unwavering love for his family and friends. May he rest in peace, knowing he was deeply cherished by all.
A Funeral Service will be held in his honor on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, at 11 a.m. in Calvary Baptist Church, 5300 Green Pond Road, Easton, Pa. 18045. Friends and relatives are invited to attend a viewing on Sunday afternoon from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the church, and Monday morning from 9 a.m. until the time of service in the church. Burial with Military Honors at Bethlehem Memorial Park Cemetery will be held privately with the family. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the GEORGE G. BENSING FUNERAL HOME INC., Village of Moorestown - Bath. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at: www.bensingfuneralhome.net. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to Calvary Baptist Church.
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Lucinda (Francisco) VanDine, 73, of Moore Township passed away Jan. 1, 2026 at Holy Family Senior Living, Bethlehem. She was the wife of David R. VanDine, and daughter of the late Henry G. and Margaret (Johnson) Francisco. Born in Brooklyn, New York, she grew up in Bloomsbury, New Jersey, attending Bloomsbury Elementary School and Phillipsburg High School; attended Cedar Crest College; graduated from the College of New Jersey, Trenton and later Lehigh Carbon Community College. She went on to work as an admissions counselor at Cedar Crest College; associate director of development at Moravian Academy; as a paralegal; at Lehigh Valley Heritage Museum; and retired in 2018 from her most rewarding work as a certified occupational therapy assistant for Colonial I. U. 20. She was a member of the George Taylor Chapter of the D.A.R. She enjoyed cooking, reading, Maine vacations, and true to her love of nature and the environment, she was a member of Audubon’s Great Egret Society. Services will be private. Arrangements by Nicos C. Elias Funeral Home, Allentown. Memorial donations can be made to the American Bird Conservancy; National Audubon Society or the Wildlands Conservancy.
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ary meeting, including one that would prohibit parking or stopping along portions of Barrall Avenue and another that would remove a handicapped parking space at 518 Penn St. Council also granted a time extension through April 30 for a subdivision and land development application at 202 N. Walnut St. The next Bath Borough Council meeting will be held on Monday, Feb. 9 at 6 p.m. in Borough Hall, located at 121 S. Walnut St.
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Board. David Koder and Jason Harhart were reappointed to four-year terms on the Planning Commission. Jodi Hartzell and Julie Poniktera were reappointed to five-year terms on the Recreation Commission. The board reported it did not receive letters of interest for openings on the Historical Commission or the Americans with Disabilities Act Committee and are still seeking members for both. Supervisors approved non-con-
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tract employee wage adjustments, granting a 6% increase for public works employees and a 5.5% increase for police. The board also adopted the IRS mileage reimbursement rate for 2026 at 72.5 cents per mile. During the regular monthly meeting, the Historical Commission reported progress at the Edelman Schoolhouse, stating the floor portion of the project is almost finished. The next phase of the project will involve installing electricity and climate control so the floor can be sealed. Township engineer updates included news that the township was awarded a Green Light-Go grant, allowing officials to move forward with upgrades to the traffic signal at the intersection of Routes 512 and 946. Township officials also announced that the township received an LSA grant to fund the purchase of two police vehicles. During reports, Police Chief Gary West provided the December police report, which included 317 total incidents. Officers issued nine written/verbal warnings and 33 traffic citations. Police also made two arrests for one alcohol-related DUI and one domestic disturbance, and responded to nine reportable accidents and six non-reportable accidents during the month. Next, Fire Recorder Jason L. Harhart, reported that for the month of December, the Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Company responded to 108 ambulance calls, bringing the annual total to 1,425 calls for 2025, and 65 fire calls, bringing the annual total to 911 fire calls in 2025. December’s fire calls included four fires, 13 motor vehicle accidents, two Fire Police calls, one automatic fire alarm, 10 ambulance assists, eight downed wires, six downed trees, eight controlled burn calls, two carbon monoxide alarms, two dispatched and canceled calls and two gas leaks. The fire company also provided mutual aid to neighboring municipalities, including two calls with Bath for wires down and one downed tree, two calls with Lehigh Township for fires, one mutual aid call with Plainfield Township for a fire and one mutual aid call with Bushkill Township for downed wires In other news, supervisors unanimously approved several
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resolutions related to pension plans. Resolution 2026-4 maintained the non-uniformed pension plan contribution rate at $4 per hour. Resolution 2026-5 exonerated police officers from contributing 5% toward their pension. Resolution 2026-6 named Nowroski as chief administrative officer of the township’s pension plans. The next Moore Township Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 6 p.m. in the municipal building, located at 2491 Community Drive.
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Lehigh County Judge faces Disciplinary Charges over Conduct, Absences
By HOME NEWS STAFF Formal misconduct charges have been filed against Lehigh County Magisterial District Judge Amy L. Zanelli, accusing her of improper conduct in court, unprofessional behavior toward staff and litigants, chronic lateness and absences, and violations of judicial administrative rules. The Pennsylvania Judicial Conduct Board filed the complaint Jan. 7, 2026, in the Court of Judicial Discipline, alleging multiple violations of the Rules Governing Standards of Conduct of Magisterial District Judges. Under the Pennsylvania Constitution, Zanelli is presumed innocent, and the board bears the burden of proving the allegations by clear and convincing evidence. Zanelli has the right to respond to the charges, review the
evidence against her and receive a public trial. If any violations are proven, the court may impose sanctions ranging from censure and fines to suspension or removal from office. According to the complaint, one set of allegations centers on what Zanelli referred to as a “Book of Grudges,” which she kept in her court office beginning in November 2023. The book, described as resembling an ancient leather-bound tome with papyrus-style pages, contained handwritten notes criticizing individuals who appeared before her court. One decipherable entry described a local attorney as “Just a D---,” while other entries were critical of litigants in landlord-tenant cases. The board alleges Zanelli encouraged her staff to add their own negative comments about court participants and placed the book in a common work area accessible to employees. The book was later removed from the office in early 2024. The complaint also alleges Zanelli displayed a desk calendar containing sexually explicit language in a general work area of the court office following her election. Staff members complained about the calendar’s content, and it was removed in 2022.
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The board contends the calendar contributed to a hostile work environment. Additional charges stem from Zanelli’s conduct during court proceedings. In a 2022 criminal case involving an unrepresented defendant, the board alleges Zanelli ordered the defendant out of the courtroom during testimony, physically carried his chair into the hallway, shut the courtroom door and did not allow him to cross-examine the victim before finding him guilty. The complaint further alleges Zanelli used profanity and yelled at a county court employee on multiple occasions in 2022, including calling the employee a “f--- secretary” and slamming her hands on the bench while shouting, “Did I stutter?” The board also alleges Zanelli habitually used vulgar language in conversations with court staff, offending those who heard it. The Judicial Conduct Board also accuses Zanelli of habitual tardiness and frequent absences from court. According to the complaint, she regularly arrived 20 to 30 minutes late for scheduled proceedings, often failed to appear on Fridays that were not holidays, took extended summer absences and was frequently unavailable when serving as the county’s on-call magisterial district judge. The board alleges these practices caused scheduling backlogs, public complaints and additional work for court staff. Another set of allegations involves Zanelli’s absence from her court office for approximately one month in early 2024 following injuries and surgery. During that time, the board alleges she conducted hearings from home by Zoom without permission from the Lehigh County president judge. The complaint also states Zanelli failed to file a required administrative report documenting her absence, despite written directives from county and state court officials. The board alleges that an email sent to the state court administrator on Zanelli’s behalf contained inaccurate statements suggesting her remote work had been approved and that she did not correct those inaccuracies or subsequently file the required report. The charges allege violations of multiple judicial canons, including requirements that judges act impartially, maintain professionalism, promote public confidence
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Pennsylvania State Police Troop M Announces Camp Cadet registration
Submitted by NATHAN BRANOSKY The Pennsylvania State Police Troop M will once again be hosting the annual Pennsylvania State Police Camp Cadet Program at Camp Fowler, 5851 Horseshoe Road, Orefield (Lehigh County). Camp Cadet will take place from Sunday, June 7 through Friday, June 12. Camp Cadet is an overnight summer camp for boys and girls between the ages of 12 to 15 years old. The goal of Camp Cadet is to introduce cadets to the diverse criminal justice system and establish a positive relationship between law enforcement and youth, while living in an atmosphere similar to an actual State Police Academy. Presentations will include various municipal, state and federal law enforcement agencies. This camp stresses teamwork, honesty and integrity, while developing discipline and self-esteem, which will promote good decision making at a young age. At the completion of the week, cadets will not only be
proud of their accomplishments but also gain an understanding of what it takes to be a police officer. For those who are interested in attending Troop M Camp Cadet, registration can be done online at https://www.troopmcampcadet.org/. Registration begins on Monday, Jan. 19.
America250PA to Launch 67-county Statewide kick-off Tour for America’s Semiquinsentennial
Submitted by KASEY ELLIOTT America250PA will launch its statewide Semiquincentennial County Kick-off Tour from Jan. 16 through Jan. 29, marking the official start of Pennsylvania’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the United States. During the 13-day tour, America250PA Executive Director Cassandra Coleman will travel to all 67 counties, hosting official county kick-off ceremonies that recognize each county’s unique history, local partnerships and ongoing role in the Commonwealth’s semiquincentennial celebration. Each kick-off event highlights America250PA’s statewide mission and signature initiatives while celebrating the people, places and stories that have shaped Pennsylvania’s contribution to the American journey. Together, these events underscore a core principle of the semiquincentennial: that
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5th Street. Ambulance assist. Stations 42, 45: 1400 block Main Street. Carbon monoxide alarm.
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The Northampton Fire Department responded to the following incidents within Northampton Borough during the week of Jan. 4, 2025. Station 42 – Northampton Borough Station 45 – Allen Township Station 5 – Coplay Borough Station 47 – Lehigh Township Station 15 – Hanover Township (Northampton County) Station 2 – Catasauqua
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Stations 42, 45: 300 block Bendelow Lane. Automatic fire alarm.
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Stations 42, 45: 2300 block Main Street. Motor vehicle accident. Stations 42, 45, 5, 47, 15, 2: 1400 block Washington Avenue. Dwelling fire. Station 42: 500 block East
Stations 42, 45: 1800 block Lincoln Avenue. Automatic fire alarm.
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Stations 42, 45, 5: 400 block East 11th Street. Gas leak.
Northampton Borough Police Report DECEMBER 29
Traffic stops conducted in the 1900 block of Center Street and the 900 block of Main Street. Officers assisted a female in the 1800 block of Lincoln Avenue. Officers assisted a male in the 600 block of Lincoln Avenue. Request to check the welfare of a male in the 1800 block of Lin-
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Request to check the area of Main Street and Laubach Avenue.
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DECEMBER 30
Traffic stops conducted at East 4th Street and Diamond Street, and the 600 block of East 21st Street.
Report of ID theft in the 2300 block of Main Street.
Report of a suspicious male in the 400 block of East 5th Street.
Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a male in the 2100 block of Siegfried Avenue.
Report of a civil matter in the 1700 block of Main Street. Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a female in the 1400 block of Washington Avenue. Report of a disturbance in the 1700 block of Main Street. Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a male in the 1700 block of Main Street.
DECEMBER 31
Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a female in the 1800 block of Lincoln Avenue. Traffic stops conducted in the unit block of Clear Springs Drive and the 600 block of East 21st Street.
Report of harassment in the 2200 block of Main Street. Domestic in the 500 block of Howertown Road between a male and a female.
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Report of a suspicious act in the 1800 block of Lincoln Avenue. Neighbor complaint in the 1700 block of Main Street. Request to check the welfare of a male in the 400 block of East 10th Street. Officers assisted EMS with the transports of males in the 2300 block of Main Street, the unit block of West 21st Street and the 2100 block of Washington Avenue.
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Report of an intoxicated male at West 16th Street and Newport Avenue.
Report of a juvenile problem in the 1600 block of Main Street.
Request to check the welfare of a female in the 2200 block of Main Street.
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Requests to check the welfare of females in 2300 block of Washington Avenue and the 1500 block of Main Street.
Traffic stops conducted in the 500 and 600 blocks of East 21st Street, Main Street and Laubach Avenue, and the unit block of West 21st Street. Officers assisted females in the 1600 block of Newport Avenue, and Evans Street and East 18th Street. Officers assisted Northampton Fire Department in the 1200
Officers assisted a female in the 1000 block of Main Street. Non-reportable accident in the 2000 block of Center Street involving two vehicles. Hit and run accident in the
1800 block of Main Street. Report of the driver side mirror of a legally parked vehicle damaged. Report of an unwanted male in the 1600 block of Main Street. Traffic stop conducted at West 17th Street and Franklin Street. Report of a phone scam in the 300 block of Kingsbarn Lane. Report of a civil issue in the 600 block of Main Street. Report of loud music in the 2100 block of Cross Country Road. Report of a disturbance in the 1000 block of Canal Street.
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Nazareth Area
Rare 1834 Stauffer-style Martin Guitar now On display at the Moravian Historical Society Submitted by SUSAN ELLIS The Moravian Historical Society is honored to exhibit a rare 1834 Stauffer-style Martin and Schatz Guitar made in New York City by Christian Frederick Martin Sr. (1796-1873) and Henry Schatz (1802-1867). The C. F. Martin & Co. Inc. has generously placed the guitar on long-term loan with the Moravian Histori-
cal Society. This beautiful birdseye maple and spruce guitar helps tell the story of Martin’s move to Nazareth, Pa., and the musical legacy of our region. Henry Schatz and C. F. Martin Sr. apprenticed under Johann Georg Stauffer (1778-1853) in Vienna, Austria. Martin and Schatz were frequent collaborators during Martin’s
first decade in the United States, when he was working on Hudson Street in New York City. Schatz lived just outside of Nazareth, and when C. F. Martin’s wife Ottilia visited the Schatz family, it started the ball rolling for the Martins to make the move from New York City to Cherry Hill, just north of Nazareth. C. F. Martin blended what he
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free admission to those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits). For more information, and to reserve a tour, visit www.moravianhistory.org. Founded in 1857, the Moravian Historical Society preserves, interprets and celebrates the rich culture of the Moravians. Located in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, MHS maintains the 1740–1743 Whitefield House and the 1740 Gray Cottage, the oldest surviving Moravian structure in North America. Recognized widely for its significant collection, the museum offers permanent and changing exhibitions, educational programs, guided tours and public activities.
Litter Hawk Youth Award learned from Stauffer with the increasingly popular Spanish guitar Celebrates designs, and in the process, he infused his own sizes, shapes and America250: bracing patterns to create what would become the very definition 2026 program of the American acoustic guitar. The Stauffer-style Martin guitar is currently on display in Now open for the museum’s permanent galleries, where visitors can also view Grades K-6 a significant collection of early musical instruments, many of which represent the first of their kind made in America. The 1759 Antes violin, the c. 1745–1765 upright piano and the 1761 Tannenberg clavichord, among others, demonstrate the inception and development of musical instrument making in America. The Moravian Historical Society’s Museum, located at 214 E. Center St. in Nazareth, is open daily from 1 to 4 p.m. Guided tours of the collection are $8, $6 for seniors and students and free for members. As a member of “Museums for All” we provide
Submitted by STEPHANIE LARSON Submit projects for a chance to win prizes and recognition Deadline for participating is Jan. 31 Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful is once again announcing the Litter Hawk Youth Award Program, a recognition program for students in Kindergarten through Grade 6. Each participant will complete a fun, grade-level-specific project that inspires environmental stewardship and creativity. It's a chance for kids to learn, lead and leave a lasting impact, all while earning recognition for their efforts. Kids can participate individually or as part of a lesson initiated by schools, home-schools, scout troops, 4-H clubs, environmental clubs or other organized groups. The Litter Hawk Youth Award Program is an annual way for kids to share their hope, optimism and concerns about litter and inspire others to care for their communities through art, words or video. In support of the Country’s 250th anniversary on July 4, this year’s Litter Hawk Youth Award theme is: Celebrate America250 Keep It Beautiful! Projects include: • Grades Kindergarten through 4 – Poster • Grades 5 – Essay • Grade 6 – Video Submit your artwork, essay or video for a chance to win prizes and recognition! First and second place in each grade level will be awarded certificates. All participants will reContinued on page 11
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LEHIGH TOWNSHIP BOARD OPENING The Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors are looking for Lehigh Township residents who are interested in serving as an alternate member of the Zoning Hearing Board which meets the 2nd Thursday of each month as advertised, at 6 p.m. An Alternate member would serve on an as needed basis in order to establish a quorum at a meeting. Please send a letter of interest to Lehigh Township, 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, Pa. 18088 by February 5, 2026. Interested parties must reside within Lehigh Township for at least one year and attend the February 10, 2026, Board of Supervisors meeting, at 7:00 p.m. to introduce themselves. Anyone with questions, please call 610-767-6771.
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Easton’s PLAINFIELD TOWNSHIP Alice Rehrig, Manager Winter Market ZONING HEARING BOARD (1/15) PUBLIC NOTICE Returns PUBLIC NOTICE The Plainfield Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene MEETING CHANGE Notice is hereby given that For 2026, on Wednesday, January 28, the Board of Supervisors of 2026, at 6:00 p.m. to hear the The Nazareth Borough Mu- Bushkill Township have reBUSINESS following appeal. The hearing nicipal Authority Jan. 15 and ceived a proposal for an Agri- Bringing YOUR AD HERE will be held at the Plainfield Feb. 19 meetings will be held cultural Security Area filed by Want to advertise your busi- Township Municipal Building at the Nazareth Regional Am- Robert C. Oswald for property Fresh Food, ness here for as little as $10/ located at 6292 Sullivan Trail, bulance Corps building, located consisting of approximately 22 week? Call 610-923-0382 or Nazareth, PA 18064. at 519 Seip Ave., Nazareth, PA acres, Tax Parcel Nos. J6-14Local flavor email AskUs@HomeNewsPa. 18064 6A-0432, J6-18-8-0432, and com to get started. STARKE MILLWORK INC (1/15) J6-14-6-0432, located in Upper (1/15) The applicant/owner of 671 Nazareth Township, Northamp- And seasonal Bangor Road, Nazareth, PA MUNICIPAL CLERK ton County, Pennsylvania. The 18064 has filed an applicaLOWER NAZARETH FOR RENT proposal is on file and avail- Programming tion seeking variance relief to TOWNSHIP able for public inspection at the construct a 300’ x 75’ addition RENT IT FAST! Bushkill Township Municipal Lower Nazareth Township Building, 1114 Bushkill Center To Downtown With Home News classifieds onto an existing commercial for as little as $10/week. Call 610-923-0382 or place your ad online at www.homenewspa. com. Mention this ad to receive $1 off. (TN)
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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 (1/8 & 1/15) PUBLIC NOTICE For the year 2026, the Moore Township Board of Supervisors will hold their monthly meetings the first Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m., except for November’s meeting, which will be held on Monday, November 9, 2026 at 6:00 p.m., due to Election Day. The meetings will be held at the Moore Township Municipal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath PA 18014. All interested people are invited to attend. The Moore Township Board of Supervisors (1/15 & 1/22) BOROUGH OF STOCKERTOWN NORTHAMPTON COUNTY 2026 MEETING SCHEDULE NOTICE The following meetings will be held monthly at the Borough of Stockertown Municipal Building, located at 209 Main Street, Stockertown, PA • Borough Council – 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m., except for September due to Holiday – meeting date Monday, September 14th. Note: 2027 meeting dates January 4th and January 18th. • Borough Council – Budget Meetings (for the purpose of Budget and any other open business) – Meetings will be held on the following Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. beginning September 23rd, October 14th, October 28th, November 18th, December 16th and December 30th. • Planning Commission – 4th Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. – as needed.
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Road, Nazareth, Pennsylvania. Any local government unit encompassing or adjacent to the proposed area, or any landowner who owns the land proposed to be included within the proposed area, or any landowner with lands adjacent or near to the proposed area who wishes such lands to be included or not included therein, may propose modifications to the proposed area or object to the proposal within fifteen (15) days from this date. Thereafter, the said proposal and any proposed modifications will be submitted to the Bushkill Township Planning Commission and the Bushkill Township Agricultural Security Area Advisory Committee, and a Public Hearing will be held on the proposal on February 5, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. by the Bushkill Township Board of Supervisors at the Bushkill Township Municipal Building.
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Request for Qualifications: MEETING NOTICES D&L Trail LEHIGH TOWNSHIP Notice is hereby given of the Consulting monthly schedule and times of the Lehigh Township Boards Services and Commissions for the calendar year 2026. Board of Supervisors Meeting - 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. Recreation Board Meeting 3rd Monday of every month at 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission Meeting - 2nd Monday every month at 6:00 p.m. Zoning Hearing Board - 2nd Thursday of a month at 6:00 p.m., only as advertised. All the above meetings are open to the public and held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building, 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, Pa. 18088. Alice A. Rehrig, Secretary Lehigh Township Northampton County (1/15)
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Submitted by DANIEL DIBELLA Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor is soliciting qualifications for D&L Trail consulting services on an as-needed basis. DLNHC seeks consultants with experience in planning, design and engineering, construction oversight and project and grant management related to multimodal trails to meet routine and emergency design and project oversight needs. Consultants may also be asked to support work related to DLNHC’s other programs, including the National Canal Mu-
Submitted by JESSICA FERRARA The Easton Farmers’ Market will once again transform downtown into a wintertime hub for fresh food and community connection with the return of Easton’s Winter Market, running Saturdays from Jan. 10 through April 25 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. outside the Easton Public Market. The Winter Market continues Easton’s long-standing tradition of supporting local farmers, food producers and artisans year-round. With more than 25 vendors each week and rotating guest vendors throughout the season, the market offers residents and visitors access to high-quality local food even in the colder months. The Winter Market will feature a diverse mix of farms and specialty food producers, including Apple Ridge Farm, AquaSprout Farms LLC, Bizzle’s Bites, Breakaway Farms, Bussin’ Butters, Cabbage Throw Farm LLC, Collective Culture, Earthen Goat, Easton Salsa Co., Elm Hill Vineyard & Winery, Fresh Tofu Inc., Funny Farm Apiaries, High Point Kombucha, Jersey Pickles, Love The Soup, Mia & Maddie’s Bakery, Oley Ravioli, Primordia Mushrooms, Raspberry Ridge Creamery, Saint Rocco’s Treats, Salvaterra’s Gardens, Scholl Orchards, Serrenta, Stehly’s Bakery, The Flour Shop Bakery, Tucker’s Pond & Predatory Plants, Wild for Salmon, Zekraft and additional rotating guest vendors. Seasonal programming will highlight nutrition,
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education and local agriculture. On Saturday, Feb. 7, the market will host a special grain-focused celebration—titled “Whole Grain Day,”—to encourage the consumption and appreciation of a wide variety of grains. In March, the Winter Market will align with National Nutrition Month by featuring produce-forward nutrition education, spotlighting seasonal ingredients and healthy eating habits. Conveniently located directly in front of the Easton Public Market, Winter Market shoppers can also enjoy the brick-and-mortar vendors inside, offering everything from hot meals and baked goods to coffee and specialty foods—making it easy to shop, eat and explore all in one stop. The Easton Winter Market is part of the Easton Farmers’ Market’s commitment to strengthening the local food system, supporting small businesses and creating vibrant community gathering spaces throughout the year. For more information, vendor updates and seasonal highlights, visit eastonfarmersmarket.com.
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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
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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.
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every county, every community and every Pennsylvanian has a place in this once-in-a-generation milestone. America250PA is coordinating closely with county leaders, local partners and community organizations to ensure these kick-offs reflect the character and history of each stop, while building momentum toward July 2026. The Northampton County kickoff event will be held on Saturday, Jan. 17 at 10 a.m. at the Northampton County Courthouse, located at 668 Washington St., Easton, Pa. 18042.
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ceive recognition of participation with a Litter Hawk sticker. The deadline for participating is Jan. 31. Winners will be announced on April 2 in coordination with an awards ceremony at the Pa. State Capitol Building where all winning entries will be on display as part of the 2026 Litter Hawk Youth Award exhibit. All winners and their families, guardians and teachers are welcome to attend. Special guests will include representatives from the Pa. Department of Environmental Protection and America250PA. “We are excited to see how Pennsylvania students feel and think about litter in their neighborhoods, school and other favorite places. Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful believes that engaging youth in protecting the environment not only creates a direct impact on changing behaviors and attitudes, but also influences their friends and families,” said Stephanie Larson, communications and program manager, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful. “We are all responsible for keeping our communities clean and beautiful. This program provides a fun and easy way for students to illustrate respect for the environment and their community.” The Litter Hawk Youth Award program is funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. For more information, downloadable pro-
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pabeautiful.org/grants-awards/ awards/litter-hawk/. Additional questions can be answered by Stephanie Larson at slarson@ keeppabeautiful.org or 724-8364121 ext. 104.
Garden Groove Busts out Winter dance Party at Easton Garden Works Greenhouse on Jan. 18
Submitted by JESSICA FERRARA Easton Garden Works is inviting the community to shake off the winter blues with Garden Groove, a winter dance party set inside its heated greenhouse. The all-ages, sober-friendly event will take place Sunday, Jan. 18 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Lower Hackett Community Garden. Garden Groove features a lineup of Lehigh Valley DJs spinning feel-good beats in a warm, plant-filled setting, offering a midwinter escape and a chance to connect before the next growing season begins. Attendees can expect dancing in a greenhouse, hot chocolate and light snacks, a craft corner and walks through the urban farm and microforest. The event is welcoming to all ages, though music may include explicit lyrics. The event is hosted by Easton Garden Works, a local nonprofit dedicated to community gardening, urban farming and environmental education. Staff and volunteers will be on hand to share information for those interested in getting involved locally. Garden Groove is free to attend, with a suggested $10 donation to help support the DJs and event costs. Carpooling is encouraged, as parking is limited. Community members are encouraged to RSVP in advance at: https://partiful.com/e/tt3iX11 vT3Pod9fc2awe?source=share& c=9jlM4oqL. For updates and additional information, follow @eastongardenworks on social media.
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Serves 4-6 Total Time: 40 minutes Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Ingredients: • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped • Salt and black pepper • 8 cups chicken stock • 2 bay leaves or thyme sprigs (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme) • 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley or dill, stems reserved, plus more for garnish • 2 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces • 2 celery stalks, cut into 1/2inch pieces • 6 ounces dried noodles, such as egg noodles or short pasta • 3 cups shredded, cooked chicken (from 1 rotisserie chicken) Directions: Step 1: In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Step 2: Add the onion, season with salt and pepper and cook until softened but not browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Step 3: Add the chicken stock, bay leaves and herb stems. Bring to a boil over high heat. Step 4: Add the carrots, celery and noodles and cook, uncovered, over mediumhigh heat until the pasta is al dente according to package directions, 7 to 10 minutes. Step 5: Add the chicken and simmer just until warmed, 1 to 2 minutes. Pluck out the bay leaves and herb stems, stir in the chopped parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper.
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and farm, learning responsibility early on. “I did the best I could,” she said simply. “They always came first.” She takes pride in the fact that she raised them well and that none of them ever got into serious trouble. Life on Daniels Road followed its own rhythms. Mary once had a bell mounted above the wash line, which she rang when it was time for the children to come home for supper. That sound, her son Steve said, still echoes in memory, along with the fields that surround the property today. Steve still lives on the land where he and his siblings were raised. “The fields are still there,” he said, “and the memories are still there.” Those memories carried special weight during the Vietnam War, when Steve served in the U.S. Army. While deployed overseas, Mary wrote him letters filled with news from home. Steve said he missed home deeply, and her letters felt like receiving a small piece of it across the miles. When he returned home from the Army at age 22, he needed a car. For $300, he bought a 1957 Chevrolet, restored it himself
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mechanical skills and love of fixing things that have defined his life. Mary herself worked steadily for decades. After holding jobs in several factories that eventually closed, she began working at Gracedale Nursing Home, where she spent 22 years. She started as an aide and later worked in the central supply room, often putting in six days a week. One of her proudest purchases was a two-door 1965 Chevy II, the only new car Mary ever bought. She took great pride in the vehicle, which symbolized years of hard work, careful saving and independence at a time when few women made such purchases on their own. Mary believed firmly in working hard and saving money. When she retired at 65, she found she loved retirement just as much, if not more, because it gave her time to do all the things she enjoyed. Among those joys were sewing, knitting and crocheting. Throughout her life, she made her own clothes, work uniforms and outfits for her children. Gardening was another passion. She loved her flowers and growing vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, onions and lettuce, and tended an orchard with apples, oranges and plums. License # License #
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The family grew enough to last through the winter. Never afraid to get her hands dirty, Mary was a true jack of all trades. She also loved to cook and bake, becoming especially famous among family for her apple strudel. Her recipes were never written down. “She kept them all in her head,” Steve said. Rosie has tried to recreate the strudel but admits she can’t quite get the dough the same. Holidays were another highlight. Mary loved to entertain and made Christmas Eve and Christmas especially memorable. Saturdays were often spent doing Rosie’s hair for church the next day and she cherished time with her daughter, teaching her how to cook and sew. Though she was happiest at home, there was one reason Mary would eagerly go out: polka dancing! She loved polka music and spent weekends dancing with her sisters when she was younger. Later, she met a friend who shared her passion, and the two danced together for years. Their shared love of polka even took them to Austria, where Mary’s parents were born, to see bands perform in their home country. It was the first and only time she ever flew on an airplane. The friendship lasted more than a decade, until her dance partner passed away. Mary drove until she was 93 and shoveled snow into her 90s. She still reads newspapers and Good Old Times magazines and remains fiercely independent. She uses a walker now only because it’s required at Gracedale. “If it were up to her, she wouldn’t,” Rosie said with a laugh. “She’s speedy, so you really have to keep up with her.” Old-school in every sense, Mary has only ever worn skirts and dresses, believing pants are for men. She never wore makeup, preferring everything natural, a choice that just may be one of the secrets to her longevity. When asked what advice she would give younger generations, her answer is as direct as her life has been: work hard and keep moving. As she marks a century of living, Mary says she is most grateful for her health—for being mobile, independent and clearminded. Surrounded by family, memories and a lifetime of hard work and love, Mary Drovich’s 100 years stand as a quiet testament to resilience, devotion and finding joy in the simple things.
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transport of a female in the 1400 block of Dewey Avenue. Traffic stops conducted at West 9th Street, Canal Street and West 16th Street, Main Street and East 7th Street, and the 2000 block of Center Street. Requests to check the welfare of females in the 1600 block of Canal Street and the 900 block of Main Street. Report of an unwanted male in the 500 block of Howertown Road. Report of a juvenile issue in the 1400 block of Washington Avenue.
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On Jan. 3 at 7:18 p.m., Nazareth police conducted a traffic stop in the area of East Center Street after observing a vehicle fail to stop at a posted stop sign. During the investigation, officers made contact with the operator, 47-year-old Jennifer Shimer, who was suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol. Further investigation revealed that the vehicle had an expired registration and a child was not properly secured in a child seat. The operator was taken into custody and transported to the Northampton County DUI Center for processing. On Jan. 3, Nazareth police responded to a reported domestic incident in progress in the 200 block of East High Street. Upon investigation, officers discovered that the victim sustained injuries. The offender, 42-year-old Joseph June, was taken into custody and charged with simple assault and harassment. The offender was subsequently transported to the Northampton County prison following the filing of charges.
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Harrassment in West Easton Borough
In the commission of this crime, the arrestee/victim's ex called her 102 times within an approximate three-hour period. Once blocked, he called using a blocked number. The arrestee threatened to show up and enter the Jefferson Street residence to remove property. He then showed up at the residence, blocked the video doorbell and began slamming on the front door. The arrestee was notified of harassment charges and a criminal complaint was filed. Crash in Lower Mount Bethel Township
Collision occurred on North Delaware Drive (SR 611) with its intersection with Miller Road in Lower Mount Bethel Township when a Volkswagon Passat (Unit 1) was traveling west on Miller Road approaching SR 611. The driver began crossing SR 611, running the stop sign on Miller Road. When crossing SR 611, the vehicle struck the front driver side bumper of another vehicle (Unit 2). Unit 1 was then struck by a third vehicle (Unit 3), who was traveling south on SR 611. Unit 1 remained at final rest at the initial point of impact. Unit 2 then traveled off the roadway striking an old piece of utility pole that was about 2 feet high and not connected to wires, then traveled approximately 75 yards into a grass yard where it came to final rest. Unit 3 came to a controlled final rest on Jacktown Road. Unit 1 sustained heavy front end damage and minor driver side damage. Unit 2 sustained heavy damage to its front bumper and passenger side front tire. Unit 3 sustained minor damage to its driver side front bumper. Unit 1 and Unit 2 were towed from the scene by Fast Lane Towing. Unit 3 was able to be driven from the scene under its own power. No injuries were reported. The driver of Unit 1 was issued a citation for VC 3323 Duties At Stop Signs.
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