Dec. 24, 2025
Senator Nick Miller secures more Than $5 million for transportation And water infrastructure in the Lehigh Valley
Submitted by GAIL VIVAR
Senator Nick Miller (D-Lehigh/Northampton) announced that $5,145,800 from the Multimodal Transportation Fund and Pa. Small Water and Sewer Grant
programs to benefit the 14th Senatorial District.
The Multimodal Transportation Fund and the Pa. Small
By KERI LINDENMUTH
The East Allen Township Board of Supervisors has rejected a request for a public zoning hearing for a zoning map change from Pivot Energy, a Colorado-based energy company seeking to construct two solar facilities in the township. This decision was made during the Jan. 22 meeting.
Pivot Energy appeared before the board in December to make their request, presenting their plan for 10,000 solar panels on land owned by the Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority. This construction would have required amending the properties’ zoning from suburban residential to agricultural.
The Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code allows landowners to request a public hearing when seeking a zoning map change. Whether to hold a hearing is decided by supervisors.
During the December meeting, residents in attendance were largely outspoken against the change, citing safety and quality of life concerns, and questioning the site’s larger economic impact.
In other news, supervisors continue to explore a possible rental inspection program in the township. The program, proposed by Deputy Fire Chief Ray Henry in October, would ensure that “when folks come to our community, they are renting a safe property,”
Henry told the board during his Oct. 9 request.
Rental properties and multifamily dwellings are often at an increased risk of fire. An ordinance, said Henry, would serve as an “ounce of prevention” and help catch potential safety issues before they turn into serious accidents.
Neighboring municipalities, including Northampton Borough,
have rental inspection programs in place.
During their Jan. 22 meeting, supervisors asked Township Manager Brent Green to obtain copies of neighboring rental inspection ordinances for the board to review and discuss further.
Finally, the East Allen Township Fire Department welcomed two new members. They were sworn in by Supervisor Roger Unangst. Keith Meserole and Phil Brink will serve as special fire police.
“I want to thank you for your volunteering,” Unangst said to the new members.
The fire department continues to look for new volunteers. A membership application is available at https://www.eastallenfire. org/.
The next East Allen Township Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Feb. 12 at 7 p.m.
Submitted by MIA
ROSSI-MARINO
Northampton Community College hosted the SkillsUSA Welding Fabrication Competition at its Bethlehem campus on Jan. 13. The competition, hosted at the NCC for the first time this year, is one of 62 contests in a variety of career and technical fields. Contests run the gamut from culinary and cosmetology, to automotive and welding, and they are created and judged by industry professionals.
competition consisted of a written test portion and a hands-on portion where five teams consisting of three students each were given blueprints and information to build a tow hitch carrier in four hours. The goal was to make it a usable product at the end of the competition.
Bucks County Technical School.
“It’s a chance for these high school students to showcase their skills,” says Andy Hammer, executive director of SkillsUSA
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The welding fabrication
The students represented Bethlehem Vocational Technical School, Lehigh Career & Technical Institute, Career Institute of Technology, Monroe Career & Technical Institute and Upper
For more information and additional senior centers in Northampton County, visit www.northamptoncounty.org.
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By DR. GLENN CLEARIE, DC
When it comes to health and healing, food intake isn't just kind of important, it is paramount. Look, we need to agree on the basics here; health comes from you—not to you. If this is the case then yes, what you eat, drink and think, should be considered specifically rather than generally. This week, let's drill down on one of the widely popular protein craze sources that
has taken hold.
Before we do, know this: when intentionally and consistently ingesting high-level, bio-available nutrients interchangeably across all categories, the body acts efficiently and effectively as it is best able. When food is devoid of all the natural interactive co-factors, enzymes and synergists, you are sliding into a state of dis-ease and not far from disease. This is our premise and perspective on which all else capitulates.
So let it be known in no uncertain terms, that if you solely focus your consumption on just one macronutrient, you are missing the point of varying your diet to acquire the totality
of combined macro nutrients (protein, carbohydrates, fats) and micronutrients (think trace minerals) in their natural state, as required for optimal health through all of life's stages.
One common type of protein source is whey protein. This protein source is widely utilized since whey is a high-quality, complete protein from cow's milk. The whey is separated as a liquid during cheese making, then dried into a powder and is typically an ingredient in ready to drink and eat products.
Whey is the protein of choice these days as it is absorbed and digested very quickly and contains all nine essential amino acids. They are called essential as the body cannot make them. As such, whey lends to muscle repair and preservation, strength gains and recovery. Whey also contains bioactive compounds such as lactoferrin and immunoglobulins that support immunity. Who wouldn't want this?
Athletes and the younger cohort typically seek out whey isolates as they are processed to lower the overall calories, carbohydrates and fat content. Another benefit is that isolates remove most lactose, so those who
are sensitive can tolerate it. However, I prefer seniors and elders ingest whey concentrate, which has the fat, carbohydrate, protein and caloric balance they crucially require. This is especially true for those in assisted, rehabilitative and skilled nursing facilities, who generally lack proper nutrition overall. More on this in future publications.
We could continue with a discussion on denatured versus non-denatured whey, or pivot to milk protein concentrates, which have a higher level of a casein type protein, which may offer greater fullness and satisfaction over an extended period of time. We could also compare how plant proteins such as pea or rice protein could fit into a senior’s diet profile, yet for sake of clarity and brevity, know that not all protein is created equal.
While eating clean meat, fish and poultry type proteins are potentially more desirable as are whole plant foods and nuts/legumes, they are not always readily available while on the go. Additionally, far too many seniors I care for also have esophageal and swallowing issues, so a good whey meal replacement protein drink can fill the gap here.
I have been making daily whey health shakes for over thirty years, and I've made many variations along the way. The preference of course is that they taste good, yet that's not as relevant as being varied in their nutrient rich density to appropriately feed all of our glands, organs and tissues. My best to you.
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.
Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
• 1 loaf French bread
• 1/4 cup salted butter softened
• 1 clove garlic minced or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 1/2 cups pizza sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• Toppings as desired pepperoni, ham, sausage, mushrooms, peppers, pineapple, etc.
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
2. Cut the loaf of bread in half lengthwise.
3. Combine butter and garlic in a small bowl. Spread over the bread. Place on a baking sheet, cut side up, and bake 5 minutes or until lightly browned and crisp on top.
4. Remove from the oven and spread pizza sauce on the top. Sprinkle with oregano.
5. Top with cheeses and toppings as desired. Bake 12-15 minutes or until browned and bubbly. Broil for 1-2 minutes if desired. 6. Cool 5 minutes before slicing.
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Bath Area Food Bank- Distributes food second Tuesday of each month, starting around 9:30 a.m. on lower level of St. John's Lutheran Church in Bath, 206 E. Main St. Please do not arrive prior to 9:30 a.m. due to safety reasons.
Bath Lions Club- Meets first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at My Place Pizza in Bath. Guests/new members welcome. Email lionsbathpa@gmail.com with questions.
Bath Museum- Open third Saturday Jan-Nov. and first Saturday in Dec., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 121 S. Walnut St., Bath. Tours welcome, volunteers needed, email bathpamuseum@gmail.com or message Bath Museum on Facebook.
Community Dinner at The Table- First and third Tuesdays of the month at 5:30 p.m. at 1769 Newport Ave., Northampton. All are welcome.
Dementia Support Group- Held third Thursday every month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., 2801 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem. Designed for families and caregivers of dementia patients. East Allen Township Historical Society- Meets third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton.
Easton Farmers Market- Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Scott Park, Easton.
Gov. Wolf Hist. Society- Tours of historic buildings, grounds and new museum on third Saturday April-Nov. from 1-3 p.m. 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath.
Helping Homeless Veterans- Weave mats for homeless vets every second and fourth Wednesday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prepping for weaving every first and third Wednesday noon to 3 p.m., Mountain View Wesleyan Church, 1001 Deemer Road, Bath. Call 610-837-1190 FMI. Leave message.
Horner's Cemetery Historical Society Tours- As the 250th anniversary of our country approaches, meet the people who contributed to its founding. Tours by appointment. All welcome. Free gift with every tour. Call Peggy at 610-984-4532.
Iglesia Pentecostal Church Food Bank- Open to the public every first and third Monday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2459 E. Scenic Drive, Bath.
Moore Twp. Assoc. for Families in Need- Meets second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church, 2715 Mountain View Drive, Bath.
Morningstar Memory Cafe by Senior Solutions- An opportunity for people with dementia and their care partners to gather for fun, socialization and refreshments; meets second and fourth Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon at Advent Moravian Church, 3730 Jacksonville Road, Bethlehem. For registration, call 610258-0700.
Northampton Area Food Bank- Food distribution first three Thursdays from 5-7 p.m. and second and third Saturday 9-11:30 a.m., 1601 Canal St.
Northampton Borough Crime Watch Meeting- Typically held second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Northampton Recreation Center.
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Kaelyn Gerencher elected to membership into
The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Submitted by ALYSSA PAPA
Kaelyn Gerencher of Nazareth was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at Kutztown University.
Emma Deboer of Nazareth named to Dean's list at Geneva College
Submitted by ERIKA KAUFFMAN
Geneva College announced the dean's list of undergraduate students for the fall 2025 semester. To be eligible for this recognition, students in traditional programs must earn a GPA of at least 3.6
while passing 12 credit hours or more.
Among those named is Emma Deboer of Nazareth, who is a sophomore at Geneva College.
Southern New Hampshire University announces fall 2025 dean's list
Submitted by SIOBHAN LOPEZ
It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University congratulates the following students on being named to the fall 2025 dean's list.
Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.500 to 3.699 for the reporting term are named to the dean's list. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16week term or paired 8-week terms grouped in fall, winter/spring and summer.
Local students include Anthony Michael Rodriques of Northampton; Victoria Carson of Northampton; Joseph Schwarz of Danielsville; and Katherine
Kornhausl of Danielsville.
Southern New Hampshire University announces fall 2025 president's list
Submitted by SIOBHAN LOPEZ
It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University congratulates the following students on being named to the fall 2025 president’s list.
Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and above for the reporting term are named to the president’s list. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16-week term or paired 8-week terms grouped in fall, winter/ spring, and summer.
Local students include John Taylor of Northampton; Amanda Munoz of Northampton; Crystal Compton of Northampton; Ashley Tatarsky of Nazareth; Laura Moyer of Nazareth; Kelly Moyer
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Thomas S. Saeger Jr.
Thomas S. Saeger Jr., 55, of BathEast Allen Township, PA, passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg Campus in Bethlehem, PA, after being stricken at home. Born on October 10, 1970, in Allentown, PA, he was the beloved son of the late Thomas S. Saeger Sr. and Sally B. (Cook) Saeger. Thomas was the devoted husband of Heather E. (Harper) Saeger, with whom he shared 34 years of marriage, celebrating their anniversary on October 10, 2025.
A 1988 graduate of Northampton Area Senior High School, Thomas was employed by Universal Forest Products Co. in Stockertown, PA, where he
proudly served as a Shipping Supervisor for 28 years. He was a member of the Tri- Boro Sportsman’s Club in Northampton, PA, and in his earlier years generously gave his time as a football coach for the former Bath Lions Football Association.
Thomas had a deep love for riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle and traveling around the country with a close-knit group of friends. A lifelong Philadelphia Eagles fan, he followed the team with unwavering passion.
He was so proud of and loved spending time with his grandchildren Kaden, Elizabeth, Brantley, Eli, Ryleigh, Emilia and Addison. Known for his kindness, he was always ready to help others and give of himself without hesitation.
Surviving, in addition to his wife Heather, are his daughters: Brittany L., wife of Douglas Frable of Palmerton, PA, and Erin E., wife of Jack Long of Bath, PA; his son, Jonathan T. Saeger and wife Emma of Rathdrum, ID; and seven cherished grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters, Tricia Wieder of Danielsville, PA, Tammy Saeger of Bethlehem, PA,
Sarah Saeger of Bath, PA, and Stephanie Saeger of Walnutport, PA; and his brothers, Timothy Saeger of PA and Daniel Harhart of Bath, PA.
A funeral service will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Avenue, Northampton, PA 18067. Friends and relatives may call from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. prior to the service. Interment will be private and held at the convenience of the family.
Contributions: Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.schislerfuneralhomes. com.
A viewing for friends and relatives will be held on Thursday evening, January 29, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday morning from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. in the GEORGE G. BENSING FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2165 Community Drive, Route 946, Village of MoorestownBath, PA 18014. Greg's Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrat-
ed on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. in Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 210 E. Northampton Street, Bath, PA 18014. Interment will follow at Sacred Heart Parish Cemetery, Bath. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at: www. bensingfuneralhome.net.
Senator Miller Secures $6 million Investment for Route 22 widening In partnership with PennDOT and Lehigh Valley Planning Commission
Submitted by GAIL VIVAR
Senator Nick Miller (DLehigh/Northampton), the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission announced a $6 million investment secured by Senator Miller’s office for the widening of Route 22 from the Fullerton Interchange to Airport Road. The funding will be used to complete engineering
plans, purchase land and move utilities.
Miller previously secured $1 million in 2023 for the LVPC to conduct an update on the route corridor study to provide a safer, better experience for all.
“Today's $6 million investment marks the start of improving travel for thousands of Lehigh Valley residents and visitors by widening Route 22 from the Fullerton Avenue interchange to Airport Road to three lanes, making this busy corridor safer and more efficient for the Lehigh Valley,” said Senator Nick Miller. “This long-overdue investment is one I’ve championed since taking office. Strengthening our transportation network to improve congestion and support the region’s growing economy. For families and visitors alike, this will lead to smoother, safer travel and more time to enjoy all the Lehigh Valley has to offer.”
“With nearly 110,000 vehicles each day, Route 22 at the Lehigh River Bridge is one of the busiest and most congested corridors in the region,” said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. “The Lehigh Valley is growing quickly, and the improvements we’re making along this corridor will help ensure that people and goods can move safely and efficiently, keeping people connected to their friends, family and the local economy.”
Becky Bradley, executive director the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission, emphasized that congestion on the Fullerton interchange to Airport Road not only delays travel but also creates significant safety risks, ranking this segment among the most hazardous with 13 serious injuries and one fatality in recent years.
“For that reason, this $6 million investment for preliminary engineering will go a long way in jumpstarting a project to reduce congestion, improve safety and potentially save lives,” said Bradley. “As a growing region where motorists are logging nearly $1 million more miles every day than they were a decade ago, we’d like to thank Sen. Miller and Secretary Carroll for targeting these investments where they can have the greatest impact.”
This past June, Senator Miller
Council.
Upper Bucks County Technical School’s Benjamin Kaczinski, Jayce Teman and Coulton Meier took home medals and will be headed to states as the winners of this stage of the competition. If they do well there, they’ll head to the national conference in Atlanta, Ga. in June 2026.
“It’s important to bring in students to show them what NCC could offer. For example, we're one of the few who have a robotic welder on the east coast,” says Automotive, Industry and Manufacturing Associate Dean Ken Nasatka. “We also partner with many of the schools to offer college credit for coursework completed upon their graduation.”
The remaining contests will be held on Feb. 4, in part, at Agriculture Hall in Allentown, with a few being held at NCC. Follow along with all things SkillsUSA at https://www.skillsusa. org/.
proposed Senate Bill 859, a bill aimed to release appropriated funding from the Highway Capital Budget Project Itemization Act of 2014-2015 to expand Route 22 throughout the Lehigh Valley, extending from 15th Street to Airport Road, including the City of Bethlehem, Hanover, South Whitehall and Whitehall Township.
Route 22 has been the backbone of the Lehigh Valley since its opening in 1954, connecting communities and fueling economic growth. Today, it remains the region’s busiest corridor, serving more than 100,000 travelers daily and supporting a thriving regional economy.
Qualifying Project, this project is a core part of the innovative undergraduate experience at WPI. Centered around project-based learning, this hands-on approach offers students opportunities to help develop thoughtful solutions to open-ended problems. These real-world problems affect the quality of life for people in the communities where students work, giving students a chance to make a difference in the world before they graduate. All WPI undergraduates are required to complete an IQP, usually in their junior year, through which they apply science and technology to address an important societal need or issue. About two-thirds of WPI students complete their IQP at one of the university’s more than 50 off-campus project centers located in more than 30 countries around the world.
“The WPI project-based cur-
riculum’s focus on global studies brings students out of the classroom and their comfort zones and into the global community to apply their knowledge and to solve problems,” said Professor Kent Rissmiller, professor of international and global studies and associate dean of The Global School. “Students are immersed in all aspects of a different culture-from the way people live and work to the values they hold to the foods they eat, all valuable perspectives for surviving and thriving in today’s global marketplace. They also learn the meaning and magic of teamwork, make a real and meaningful difference in their host community and gain a competitive edge for any resume or graduate/professional school application.”
More than 900 students
Named to Lebanon Valley
Fall 2025 dean's list
Submitted by ALISON WENGER
Lebanon Valley College congratulates more than 900 students named to the dean's list for the fall 2025 semester. Dean's list students must maintain a GPA of at least 3.4 out of 4.0.
Local students include: Madison Black of Nazareth, a graduate of Nazareth Area High School, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in early childhood education; Lyla Arfanella of Nazareth, a graduate of Nazareth Area High School, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in
exercise science; Madelyn Zettlemoyer of Nazareth, a graduate of Nazareth Area High School, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in exercise science; Shelly Stevenson of Nazareth, a graduate of Nazareth Area High School, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in history and political science; Payton Huff of Northampton, a graduate of Northampton Area High School, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in economics; Tyler Kauffman of Northampton, a graduate of Northampton Area High School,
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For more information and to watch the entire press conference, please visit PASenatorMiller.com. of Nazareth; Dean Beers of Danielsville; and Damien Olsovsky of Danielsville.
Natalie Sysko completes Intensive research project
Submitted by COLLEEN WAMBACK
Natalie Sysko, of Nazareth and member of the class of 2027, majoring in policy studies at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, was a member of a student team that recently completed a professional-level research-driven project titled “Gaining Speed with Velocity: Growing Operations and Community.”
Known as the Interactive
JANUARY 12
Drunkenness in the 1300 block of Stewart Street. Report of an intoxicated male and female.
Traffic stops were conducted at Northampton Avenue and East 21st Street, the 600 block of East 21st Street, West 21st Street and Canal Street, the 2000 block of Main Street, West 13th Street and Stewart Street, Lincoln Avenue and East 21st Street, the unit block of West 21st Street and East 21st Street and Laubach Avenue.
Reports of phone scams in the 500 block of East 11th Street and the 300 block of East 12th Street.
Warrant service/served at West 10th Street and Canal Street. Report of a outstanding warrant out of Northampton County taken into custody, transported to the station and released to a Northampton County Sheriff.
Disturbance in the 1800 block of Main Street.
Report of an unwanted female in the 2100 block of Main Street.
Request to check the welfare of a female at West 21st Street and Main Street.
JANUARY 13
Traffic stops were conducted in the 1600 block of Laubach Avenue, the 1300 block of Main Street, East 19th Street and Lincoln Avenue, West 21st Street and Center Street, and the unit block of West 21st Street.
Non-reportable accident at East 21st Street and Laubach Avenue involving two vehicles.
Reports of phone scams in the 100 block of Boro Vu Drive and the unit block of West 27th Street.
Request to check the welfare of a female in the 800 block of Main Street.
Officers assisted a male on Smith Lane.
Reportable accident in the 1300 block of Washington Avenue involving four vehicles.
Reports of civil issues in the 2100 block of Lincoln Avenue, the 2200 block of Main Street and the unit block of West 21st Street.
Juvenile problem in the unit block of Lerchenmiller Drive.
Officers assist a female on West 17th Street and Newport Avenue.
JANUARY 14
Neighbor complaints in the 2100 block of Lincoln Avenue and the 1500 block of Main Street.
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Civil matter in the 1600 block of Main Street.
Report of a phone scam in the 100 block of West 29th Street.
Officers assist a female in the 1300 block of Stewart Street.
Traffic stop in the 1300 block of Vienna Street.
Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a female in the 2000 block of Main Street.
Reports of suspicious males in the 300 block of East 9th Street and the 1300 block of Stewart Street.
Request to check the welfare of a female in the 2100 block of Main Street.
Request to check the welfare of a male in the 1700 block of Main Street.
Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a male in the 1300 block of Stewart Street.
Disabled vehicle, Main Street and Almond Alley.
Reports of disturbances in the 1000 block of Main Street and the 1300 block of Vienna Street.
Agency assist in the 1600 block of Newport Avenue. Request for Officers to assist Northampton County Constables.
Traffic stops were conducted at East 17th Street and Washington Avenue, the 1900 block of Main Street, Clear Springs Drive and Lerchenmiller Drive, East 20th Street and Northampton Avenue, West 9th Street, and the 1300 block of Stewart Street.
Reports of civil issues in the 400 block of McKeever Lane and the 1000 block of Main Street.
Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a female in the 200
block of East 20th Street.
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Traffic stops were conducted at Laubach Avenue and East 20th Street, East 21st Street and Washington Avenue, and East 22nd Street and Northampton Avenue.
Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a female in the 300 block of Main Street.
Officers assisted males in the 1000 block of Canal Street and the unit block of West 21st Street.
Officers assisted EMS with the transports of males in the 1800 block of Washington Avenue and the 1500 block of Lincoln Avenue.
Report of a civil issue in the 1600 block of Washington Avenue.
Request to check the welfare of a male in the 1000 block of Main Street.
JANUARY 17
Drunkenness in the 800 block of Washington Avenue. Report of an intoxicated male.
Non-reportable assist in the 400 block of Buckingham Drive, and East 21st Street and Main Street. Reports of accidents involving two vehicles.
Request for officers to assist Coplay Police Department in the unit block of Ridge Ridge.
Request to check the welfare of a male, East 9th Street and Washington Avenue.
Report of suspicious male in the 600 block of Banks Street.
Neighbor complaint in the 1800 block of Main Street.
Report of a disturbance in the 1300 block of Stewart Street.
Melanie Grossbauer named Admissions ambassador At Muhlenberg College; Performs at choir concert
Submitted by CAREY MANZOLILLO
Melanie Grossbauer of Nazareth has been named an admissions ambassador at Muhlenberg College. A graduate of Nazareth Area High School, Grossbauer is studying French and francophone studies and international studies at Muhlenberg as a member of the Class of 2028.
As representatives of the college, admissions ambassadors lead campus tours for large and small groups that include prospective and admitted students and their families, arts auditioners, high school groups, community visitors and new employees. In addition to welcoming visitors to campus, ambassadors answer admissions inquiries, develop social media content, write notes to admitted students and help to stage large-scale events.
Melanie Grossbauer also performed in a Family Weekend Choir Concert and Candlelight Carols during the fall 2025 Muhlenberg College semester.
The Northampton Fire Department responded to the following incidents within Northampton Borough during the week of Jan. 18, 2026.
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
JANUARY 18
Stations 42, 45: 2000 block Laubach Avenue. Motor vehicle accident.
Station 42: 500 block East 4th Street. Ambulance assist.
JANUARY 20
Stations 42, 45, 5: 600 block Main Street. Motor vehicle accident with entrapment.
Stations 42, 45, 5, 47, 15, 2: 1000 block Canal Street. Apart-
ment building fire.
JANUARY 21
Station 42: 2100 block Lincoln Avenue. Ambulance assist.
Stations 42, 45, 5: 1700 block Main Street. Automatic alarm.
JANUARY 22
Stations 42, 45: 2100 block Main Street. Motor vehicle accident.
Station 42: 4000 block Pine Hurst Drive. Ambulance assist.
JANUARY 24
Stations 42, 45: 100 block Boro Vu Drive. Automatic fire alarm.
Stations 42, 45, 5, 47, 15, 2: 300 block Howertown Road. Structure fire.
Water and Sewer Program provide grants that boost economic development, improve transportation safety and reliability and support essential municipal projects like water, sewer, stormwater management and flood control. “Strong communities start with
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strong infrastructure, and these investments in transportation and water will help us strategically improve the 14th District,” said Senator Miller. “By investing in safe roads and reliable water systems, we are investing in the health, safety and future of our neighbors. I am proud to announce the recipients, including Lehigh Valley International Airport, which is receiving more than a million dollars to construct a new parking garage following its record-breaking numbers last year, as well as $800,000 to begin Phase II of the MLK Trail extension, which will connect our city parks via an 8-mile trail. I also look forward to seeing these improvements take shape through projects like the critical water main replacements in Salisbury Township and the installation of sewage pump stations and a standby generator by the Lehigh Township Municipal Authority. Together, we are funding projects that make life better for our communities.”
Multimodal Transportation recipients:
• $1,310,000 for Lehigh Valley International Airport’s new parking garage: to construct a parking garage connected to the airport in Hanover Township.
• $800,000 for MLK Trail Phase II: to begin construction of extension of the MLK Trail in Allentown.
• $1,000,000 for Hamilton Gateway segment of Riverside Drive: to extend Riverside Drive along the Hamilton Gateway corridor in Allentown.
• $850,000 for Borough of Bath’s traffic/pedestrian improvements: to improve roadway at the intersection of Route 512, Route 987, and Barrall Avenue to support a new development in Bath Borough.
• $106,329 for Dixon Street sidewalk improvements: to construct a sidewalk along Dixon Street and South Delaware Street in Allentown.
Total: $4,066,329
Small Water and Sewer Grant recipients:
• $411,144 to Salisbury Township’s Linda Lane and Gail Avenue water main replacement.
• $396,804 to Lehigh Township Municipal Authority’s standby generators for sewage pump stations.
• $170,681 to Catasauqua Borough’s Front Street and Liberty Street drainage improvements.
• $100,842 to Lehigh Township Municipal Authority’s Cherryville Public Water Supply standby generator.
Total: $1,079,471
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Supply drops 35%
Submitted by
CRISTINA MAISEL
The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage as requests from hospitals exceed the available supply of blood, leading to about a 35% drawdown of blood products in the past month. Individuals are urged to
give now, so patients don’t face delays in lifesaving care. The shortage is especially serious for platelets and types O, A negative and B negative blood.
High flu activity in nearly every state may be sidelining donors, slowing efforts to rebuild the Red Cross national blood supply. At the same time, hospitals already feeling the strain of the worst flu season in nearly 20 years are now also forced to triage critical blood products. Without immediate action, patients who count on transfusions—including trauma
victims, mothers in childbirth and people with sickle cell disease or cancer—face serious risk.
There’s no time to wait—book an appointment to give blood or platelets now by using the Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Weather disrupts vital donations
About 400 blood drives were impacted due to extreme winter weather last month alone—more than three times the number of blood drives impacted during the same time the previous year. As a result, thousands of blood donations have gone uncollected. With intense winter weather and freezing temperatures expected across much of the country in the coming weeks, more blood drives could potentially be delayed or canceled at a time when every unit of blood could be the difference for doctors facing difficult choices about which patients receive blood transfusions and who will need to wait.
“Winter always puts pressure on the blood supply, and this year widespread flu and rough weather are making it even tougher,” said Paul Sullivan, senior vice president of Red Cross donor
services. “If you’re able, now’s a great time to make and keep blood donation appointments, during National Blood Donor Month. Every donation can be a lifeline for a patient who isn’t able to hold off on critical care.”
Submitted by TOM ANDREWS
Several infrastructure improvements are coming to Northampton County thanks to $2.25 million in state grants awarded by the Commonwealth Financing Authority, state Rep. Robert Freeman announced.
“Safe streets and updated water and sewer systems are vital to daily life,” said Freeman, DNorthampton. “People may not think about them every day, but without these systems, our municipalities would struggle. I was proud to help secure this funding alongside my legislative colleagues and am thrilled to see this significant influx of state grant dollars come to the portion of the Lehigh Valley I am honored to serve.”
Multimodal Transportation Fund grants were approved for:
• Skyline Investment Group Easton LLC: $625,000 for road resurfacing and ADA upgrades along 20th Street, 21st Street, Fairview Avenue, Lehigh Street and Hay Terrace.
Pa. Small Water and Sewer Program grants were awarded to:
• Palmer Township Stormwater Authority: $381,551 for the 25th Street culvert replacement project.
• Hellertown Borough Authority: $173,119 for an inflow and infiltration project, and $125,000 for a water main lining project.
• Glendon Borough: $115,907 for pump station upgrades.
• City of Easton: $100,000 for the Washington and Grant Street CIPP lining project.
• Hellertown Borough: $50,000 for Reinhard and Dimmick Park stormwater channel improvements.
• Wilson Borough: $35,000 for a sanitary sewer rehabilitation project.
The Multimodal Transportation Fund, administered by the CFA through the state Department of Community and Economic Development, provides grants ranging from $100,000 to $3 million. These funds encourage economic development and support a safe, reliable transportation system, including streetscape enhancements, lighting, sidewalks, pedestrian safety, connectivity of transportation assets and transit-oriented development.
• Wilson Borough: $400,000 to construct pedestrian improvements at the former Dixie Cup Factory site.
The Pa. Small Water and Sewer Program allows the CFA to award grants from $30,000 to $500,000 to municipalities and authorities for water, sewer, stormwater and flood control projects. The grants can be used for construction, improvement, expansion, rehabilitation or repair of water supply systems, sanitary sewer systems, storm sewer systems and flood control projects.
• City of Easton: $250,000 to renovate intersections along Larry Holmes Drive. Emrick announces Nearly $1.5 Million in
Submitted by CHRIS COMISAC
Rep. Joe Emrick (R-137) announced $1.45 million in grants have been awarded for two 137th District projects through the Pa. Small Water and Sewer Program and the Multimodal Transportation Fund Program by the Commonwealth Financing Authority.
Lower Nazareth Township received a $1.25 million Multimodal Transportation Fund grant to improve a portion of Township Line Road located in Lower Nazareth Township and East Allen Township.
The Bethlehem Township Municipal Authority will use its $200,000 Pa. Small Water and Sewer Program grant to rehabilitate 12 pipes within their storm sewer system in Bethlehem Township.
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street shall not exceed a maximum grade of 5%. The applicant proposes a driveway with a maximum grade of 17%.
The property is located in the A/RR (Agriculture/Rural Residential) Zoning District. The parcel Identification Number is H413-12-0516.
Meetings are open to the public and all interested parties are welcome to attend and will have an opportunity to be heard.
Roxann Colfer, Lehigh Township Zoning Officer (1/29 & 2/5)
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Borough of Bath Municipal Building: 121 S. Walnut Street Bath, PA 18014, Room #102 –Council Chambers.
The Regular Monthly Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Bath Borough Stormwater Authority scheduled for MONDAY, JANUARY 26, 2026, IS CANCELLED AND RESCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2026 commencing at 6:30 p.m.
Bradford T. Flynn, Stormwater Authority Manager (1/29)
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The Bushkill Township Zoning Hearing Board has scheduled a meeting for Monday, February 9, 2026, to hold a public hearing, beginning at 6:30 p.m., in the Bushkill Township meeting room at 1114 Bushkill Center Road, Nazareth, Pennsylvania to hear the following appeal:
ZHB APPEAL # 2026-02
Woodmont Manor is proposing to construct a 5,766-squarefoot tent/structure, which was not proposed in the previously approved appeal. The property is located at 220 Nazareth Drive, located in the Rural Residential Zoning district of Bushkill Township.
BUSHKILL TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD
Todd E. Weidman, Zoning Officer (1/22 & 1/29)
NAZARETH BOROUGH MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY
MEETINGS HELD AT NAZARETH COUNCIL CHAMBERS 159 W. CENTER ST. NAZARETH, PA. 18064
Board Meeting
Schedule 2026
Sun: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 610-262-4566. (1/29)
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GLASS CO., INC.
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June 18
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September 17
October 15
November 19
December 17
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Meetings are the third Thursday of every month and begin at 7 p.m. (1/29)
LEHIGH TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE
The Lehigh Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 6 p.m., to hear the following appeal. The hearing will be held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, Pa. 18088
COLLIN PERKINS
The applicant/owner of the property located at 980 S. Cottonwood Road, Walnutport, Pa. 18088, is requesting a variance from Section 180-29.D.1 of the Lehigh Township Zoning Ordinance, which requires that access road and driveway grades shall not exceed 7% when access is to an arterial street, or 10% otherwise, except that the initial 20 feet from the curbline or edge of shoulder of a public
NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC MEETING FEBRUARY 11, 2026
The Northampton Borough Planning Commission will hold its public meeting on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, starting at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Ave., Northampton, Pennsylvania, to review the following:
Vladimir Diaz, the applicant and equitable owner of lands located on the west side of Franklin Street, near the intersection of Lawrence Court, Tax Map Parcel #L4SW1A-2-3. The property is under agreement with the owner Kenneth Jr. and Tammy Richard who reside at 1212 Canal St., Northampton, PA 18067. Mr. Diaz would like to subdivide/develop this 14,711 square foot property into a 5-unit townhouse. The lot frontage along Franklin Street will be widened to current roadway specifications which appear to meet The Borough Zoning Ordinance, including 2 off-street parking spacings for each unit.
This plan is being presented as a Feasibility/Sketch plan for discussion purposes only. No formal written decision is required at this time.
All interested parties are invited to attend.
Brian Welsko Borough Manager (1/29 & 2/5)
PUBLIC NOTICE
Bushkill Twp. Vol. Fire Co. Is accepting sealed bids for 18 P25 mobile radios. Bids are accepted Feb. 1-28, 2026. Mail to Bushkill Twp. Vol. Fire Co. 155 Firehouse Lane, Nazareth PA 18064. ATTN: Kevin Reph (1/29 & 2/12)
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PUBLIC NOTICE BATH BOROUGH STORMWATER AUTHORITY MEETING CANCELLATION AND RESCHEDULED
Notice is hereby given by the Bath Borough Stormwater Authority, Northampton County,
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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.
LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-8500
Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. with HC, SS 9:40 a.m. COVENANT CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-7517
Sun. – 9 a.m. Worship (and online), SS for all ages 10:30 a.m. DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444
Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m., SS 9:30 am EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt). 610-262-4961
Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m. EL SHADDAI
ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Nazareth. 610-759-6557
Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m., Youth Ministry 5 p.m. EMMANUEL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1741
Sun –Traditional 8:45 a.m., Contemporary 10 a.m.,
SS 10 a.m. FAITH FAMILY FELLOWSHIP, Bushkill Twp. 484-635-1200
Sun.- Contemporary Worship 10 a.m. FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport. 610-767-3505
Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton. 610-262-9517
Sun – Worship 9 a.m.,
SS 10:15 a.m. GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-7036
Sun. – Worship 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-9080
Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Northampton. 610-262-7186 (HA)
Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.
SS 9:15 a.m. GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Pen Argyl. 610-863-4811
Sun. – Worship 8:30/10 a.m. HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN,
Nazareth. 610-759-7363
Sun.- Worship 8/10:30
a.m., SS 9:15 a.m.
HOLY FAMILY
ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0870
Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m.
M-F – Mass 8:30 a.m.
Sat. – Mass 5 p.m. HOLY TRINITY
LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-2668
Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. HOLY TRINITY
SLOVAK LUTHERAN, Northampton. 610-262-3365
Worship first, third and fifth Sundays 10 a.m.
HOPE LUTHERAN
CHURCH, Cherryville. 610-767-7203
Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m.
MOUNT EATON CHURCH, Saylorsburg. 570-992-7050
Sun- 8 a.m. Traditional, 10:30 a.m. Contemporary MOUNTAIN VIEW
WESLEYAN CHURCH
Bath. 610-759-7553 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.
NAZARETH
MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-3163
Sun. – Worship 8:15/10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. NEW JOURNEY COMMUNITY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-8101 (HA) Worship 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
NORTHAMPTON GOD’S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-4412 (HA)
Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. (ngmc.church) PROMISED LAND CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE, Bethlehem. 610-759-7243
Sun.- Worship 10 a.m., SS children/adults 9 a.m. QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-2227
Sun.- Mass 10:30 a.m., Mon.- Mass 8 a.m., Fri.Mass 9:15 a.m., Sat.- Mass 4 p.m.
RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth. 484-597-1440
Sun. – Worship/meeting 10 a.m. SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. 610-837-7874
Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., Mon.-Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. SALEM U.C.C. Moorestown. 610-759-1652
Sun. – 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. SALEM UNITED METHODIST, Danielsville. 610-767-8003
Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m. SCHOENECK
MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0376
Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m., 10:30 a.m. livestream via Facebook.
ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL, Nazareth. 610-746-3910
Sun. – SS/Holy Eucharist 10 a.m.
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-4104
Sun.- Mass 9 am., Mon-Fri- Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat.- Mass 8:30 a.m./5 p.m.
ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1061
Sun.- Worship 8/9:15 a.m., SS/Adult Bible Study 9:15 a.m.
ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH , Nazareth 610-759-3090. Sun. – Worship 8/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship with HC 5:30 p.m.
ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Howertown. 610-2628666
Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., Faith Formation online 9:30 a.m.
ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. Nazareth. 610-759-0893
Sun. – Contemporary Worship 9 a.m., Christian Formation 10 a.m., 11 a.m.- Classic Worship ST. NICHOLAS R.C. Berlinsville. 610-767-3107
Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30
a.m. M-F -8:30 a.m., Sat. – 4:30 p.m.
ST. PAUL’S THIRD LUTHERAN CHURCH, Palmer Twp. 610-258-0875
Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m. All welcome. ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton. 610-261-2910. HA
Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. (with child care), SS 9 a.m. ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indianland, Cherryville. 610-767-5751
Sun. – Faith formation inperson and online 9 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m. ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Seemsville, Northampton. 610-837-7426
Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., SS 9 a.m. TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Hecktown. 610-759-6377
Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, Northampton. 610-837-5894
Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./ 6 p.m. BS 9:30 a.m., Wed.- BS and Prayer 7 p.m. WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST, Walnutport. 610-767-8939
Sat. – Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. ZION’S STONE U.C.C., Kreidersville. 610-262-1133
Sun. – SS 9 a.m., Worship 10:15 a.m. ZION E.L. CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-6636 (N) Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m.
Municipality: Hanover Township Road: PA 987/Airport Road
Between: Schoenersville Road and Mountain View Drive
Type of work: Crack sealing
Work being done by: PennDOT
Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging Start: Jan. 26
Estimated end: Jan. 30
In effect (time of day): 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Municipality: Lower Saucon Township Road: Bingen Road
Between: Black River Road and Seidersville Road
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT
Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging Start: Jan. 29
Estimated end: Jan. 30
In effect (time of day): 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Municipality: East Allen Township Road: PA 329
Between: Airport Road and Seemsville Road
Type of work: Pothole patching
Work being done by: PennDOT
Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging
Start: Jan. 30
Estimated end: Jan. 30
In effect (time of day): 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Municipality: Lower Saucon Township Road: PA 412
Between: Bucks County Line and Polk Valley Road
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT
Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging
Start: Jan. 30
Estimated end: Jan. 30
In effect (time of day): 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Municipality: Stockertown Borough Road: Main Street
Between: Old Easton Road and Hillside Avenue
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT
Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: No restriction
Start: Jan. 30
Estimated end: Jan. 30
In
Municipality: Washington
Township Road: South Main Street
Between: Springfield Drive and Messinger Street
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT
Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging
Start: Jan. 30
Estimated end: Jan. 30
In effect (time of day): 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Donald Everitt 374
Mike Klement Sr 516(184)
D&R Precision Machine - 4
Brian Dilley 730(248,279)
Dave Roman 540(190)
Rick Dilley 489(b)
Josh Horninger 522(191)
Butch Post 653(221,224)
G&L Sign Factory - 1
Paul Duda 489(b)
Craig Kelty 415
Doug Fehnel 599(268)
Anthony Gable 662(225,225)
Jason Eberts 558(205)
Palmer Trophy - 3
Joey Mandarino 606(208,203)
Kurt Berger 495
Butch Holland 574(199)
Chris Hoops 646(252,234)
Jimmy Bendekovitz 587(227)
Schisler Funeral Home - 0
Don Arndt 556(197)
Adam Schisler 387(b)
Steve Glesias 561(217)
Paul Durnin 510(182)
Noah Durnin 572(234)
Shafer Landscaping - 4
Don Shafer 597(236)
Mark Flamisch 581(214)
Jeff Lear 538(195)
Marty Csencsits 529(200)
Matt Paulus 701(214,300)
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pursuing a Bachelor of Science in exercise science; and Jillian Mya Bradley of Nazareth, a graduate of Pen Argyl Area High School, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in criminal justice.
Alvernia University
Names over 780 Students
1st Half ChampionMourning Would
Mourning
Would on Stump - 2
Ed Musselman 563(200)
Earl Holland Jr 617(224,220)
Dave Betz 686(220,300)
Chris Benner 605(209,205)
Terry Heckman 643(213,218)
Moore Powersports - 2
Ed Taylor
598(209)
Brad Stuckey 523(201)
Scott Freibolin 563(204)
Mark Janda 543(189)
Milt Kelly 503(180)
WTF - 0
James Mandarino 511(183)
Shawn Kulick 571(245)
Robert Kulick 396
To fall 2025 Dean’s list Submitted by SARAH MATARELLA
784 students were named to Alvernia University's dean's list for the fall 2025 semester, including: Peyton Kleppinger of Northampton, studying biology medical laboratory science; Allie Evangelista of Nazareth, studying nursing; and Abigail Faulkner of Bath, studying early childhood Pre K-4.
Northampton native
Named to SRU dean's list
For fall 2025 semester
Submitted by JUSTIN ZACKAL
In recognition of outstanding academic achievement, Alex Slivka from Northampton, was named to the dean's list for the fall 2025 semester at Slippery Rock University. The dean's list consists of SRU undergraduate students who earned an adjusted semester grade-point average of 3.5 or higher, based on a schedule of at least 12 newly attempted and earned credits.
Kutztown University
Announces fall 2025
Dean’s list
Submitted by BRYAN SALVADORE
2,261 students have been named to the fall 2025 dean's list at Kutztown University. To be eligible for the dean's list, an undergraduate student must be registered for at least 12 credits and have a minimum grade point average of 3.60.
Local students include: Kay Adams of Nazareth; Olivia Alessi of Nazareth; Shelly Ann Alexander of Northampton; Kayla Bacak of Nazareth; Ahmed Battah of Northampton; Lauren Billet of Nazareth; Logan Brader of Northampton; Bailey Brossman of Northampton; Lance Burrier of Nazareth; Ace Clark of Nazareth; Hannah Crenko of Northampton; Shantae Cuevas of Northampton; Elanna Erdman of Northampton; Anna Estrada of Nazareth; Aurora Fantozzi of Northampton; Hailey Federico of Nazareth; Joseph Galle of Nazareth; Kaelyn Gerencher of Nazareth; Sydney Giovannucci of Nazareth; Kevin Givone of Nazareth; Mia Herman of Nazareth; Skyler Jordan of Nazareth; Dezarae Kirk of Northampton; Winson Lin of Nazareth; Audrey Logan of Nazareth; Gianna Marchese of Nazareth; Brandon Mazarul of Nazareth; Gavin Mills of Nazareth; Jade Mills of Nazareth; Alfredo Montesinos-Castillo of Nazareth; Rachael Moss of Northampton; Jackson Mullen of Nazareth; Vanessa Passanisi of Northampton; Alay Patel of Nazareth; Andre Paz of Bath; Noah Ressler
of Nazareth; Gianna Rodriguez of Danielsville; Cierra Romano of Northampton; Michael Seidick of Northampton; Mallory Shrubsall of Bath; Devuhn Singh of Northampton; Camryn Strittmatter of Northampton; Sierra Strittmatter of Northampton; Andrew Szeplaki of Bath; Taylor Ziegler of Bath; and Evan Zwolenik of Northampton.
Brayden Mahachanh
Named to Baldwin Wallace University dean's list
Submitted by SUSAN WALTON
Brayden Mahachanh of Nazareth, a graduate of Northampton Area High School, majoring in engineering, has been named to the dean's list for the fall 2025 semester at Baldwin Wallace University. The dean's list recognizes students who earn a grade point average of 3.8 or higher while enrolled in 12 or more graded hours during the semester.
James Entwistle named to Campbellsville University's Fall 2025 dean's list
Submitted by AMBER MEADE
The academic honors dean's list for the fall 2025 semester has been announced by Joseph Hopkins, Campbellsville University's president. The following student has been named to Campbellsville University's dean's list for fall 2025:
James Entwistle, of Nazareth.
The academic honors list recognizes students who achieve a grade point average of 3.50 or above for the semester with a course load of at least 12 hours. The fall 2025 academic honors list includes a total of 867 students, with 393 named to the president’s list for achieving a 4.0 grade point average and 474 named to the dean's list for achieving a 3.5 to 3.99 GPA.
Tepes earns degree at Susquehanna University
Submitted by AMANDA O’ROURKE
Susquehanna University is pleased to announce its December graduates.
Olivia Tepes, of Northamp-
"Congratulations to every student who earned a place on the dean's list this past semester. This achievement reflects disciplined effort, intellectual curiosity and a commitment to learning at a high level," said Senior Vice President and Provost Leamor Kahanov. "Your hard work strengthens our academic community and advances the values we expect of ethical leaders. We are proud of you, and we look forward to seeing how you continue to grow and contribute at Alvernia and beyond."
To be eligible for the dean's list, students must carry a semester GPA of 3.5 or better and take a minimum of 12 credits.
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ton, graduated summa cum laude from Susquehanna with a Bachelor of Arts in communications.
Bath student named to James Madison University Dean's list
Submitted by ERIC GORTON
Bath resident, Eliana Szulborski, has been named to the dean's list at James Madison University for the fall 2025 semester. Students who earn dean's list honors must carry at least 12 graded credit hours and earn a GPA of between 3.5 and 3.899. Szulborski is majoring in nursing - BSN.
Danielle Molnar named to College of Charleston’s Fall 2025 president's list
Submitted by CHRISTINE MAHONEY
Danielle Molnar, of Nazareth, was among more than 2,050 students named to the College of Charleston fall 2025 president’s list. Molnar is majoring in international studies and political science.
To qualify for the president’s
list, students must earn a GPA of 3.800 or higher and complete a minimum of 12 semester hours.
Kohler Strohl of Northampton named to McDaniel College dean's list
Submitted by CHERYL KNAUER
Kohler Strohl of Northampton has been recognized for outstanding achievement by being named to the McDaniel College fall 2025 dean's list with honors. Highest honors are earned for a semester grade point average of 3.90 or higher, high honors for a grade point average of 3.70-3.89 and honors for a 3.50-3.69 grade point average.
Local students named to Bucknell University Dean's list
Submitted by MIKE FERLAZZO
Bucknell University has released the dean's list for outstanding academic achievement during the fall semester of the 2025-26 academic year. A student must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a scale of 4.0 to receive dean's list recognition.
Local students that made the
dean’s list include Sierra Jordan, 2026, majoring in neuroscience (Nazareth) and Landon Caley, 2028, majoring in mechanical engineering (Northampton).
Hofstra University Congratulates fall 2025
Dean's list students
Submitted by HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY STAFF
Hofstra University congratulates the students named to the fall 2025 dean's list for their outstanding academic achievements. Students must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 during the semester to make the dean's list.
Local student’s that made the dean’s list include Anthony DiOdoardo of Bath and Abbey Simons of Nazareth.
Brooke Saul of Northampton named to Dean's list at Frostburg State University
Submitted MIA CROSS
Brooke Saul, of Northampton, has been named to the dean's list at Frostburg State University for outstanding academic achievement for the fall 2025 semester.
To be eligible for the dean's list, a student must complete a minimum of 12 credit hours and earn a cumulative semester grade point average of at least 3.4 on a 4.0 scale.
Commonwealth University
Announces fall 2025 President's list
Submitted by JULIE STELLFOX
Commonwealth University congratulates the more than 700 students who were named to the fall 2025 president’s list.
Among the students on the list were: Crissa Andrew, of Northampton; Braedyn Chobin, of Bath; Emily Daggett, of Nazareth; Emily LaCoe, of Danielsville; Kelly Leszcynski, of Nazareth; Juliann Patton, of Nazareth; Gehrig Stellato, of Nazareth; Emma Tomaro, of Bath; and Sarah Osmun, of Nazareth.
The president’s list, prepared
at the end of each semester, recognizes those students who have achieved academic distinction.
To qualify, the student must have earned a GPA of 4.0 in 12 or more semester hours of letter grades.
Alina Weaver named to University of Hartford's Dean's list and President's list
Submitted by MATT BESTERMAN
The University of Hartford is pleased to announce that Alina Weaver of Nazareth has been named to the University of Hartford's dean's list and president's list for the spring 2025 semester.
The dean's list recognizes students achieving superior academic standing. The requirement, with some exceptions, is a grade point average of at least 3.0 and no grade below C.
The president's list recognizes a select group of students reaching the highest level of academic standing. To be placed on the president's list, students must maintain a GPA of at least a 3.75 and receive grades of C or better.
Local students among 1,495 Named on fall 2025 dean's List at York College of Pennsylvania
Submitted by JULIE LOEPER
York College of Pennsylvania is proud to recognize academic excellence by naming high achieving students to the fall 2025 dean's list. This prestigious honor recognizes students who have achieved a GPA of 3.5 or higher and is a testament to students' dedication to academic excellence.
The following students from your region have achieved this honor: Rylee Hege of Nazareth and Dawson Lueders of Northampton.
Oswald named To Muskingum University Dean's list
Submitted by STEPHENIE KOERNE Kaitlyn Oswald of Northampton has been named to the fall 2025 dean's list at Muskingum University in New Concord, Ohio.
To be named to the dean's list, students must earn a term GPA of 3.60 or above on a minimum load of 12 completed semester hours of A-F graded coursework.
Deanna Johnson named to Point Park University's fall 2025 dean's list
Submitted by LOU CORSARO
Deanna Johnson, of Northampton, was named to Point Park University's fall 2025 dean's list.
Johnson was among more than 1,400 students named to the fall 2025 dean's list.
To be named to the dean's list, a student must have a 3.5 GPA.
Local students make Delaware Valley University's Fall 2025 dean's list
Submitted by KAYLA LEARY
These students were honored for academic achievement by being named to Delaware Valley University's fall 2025 dean's list: Ashley Cordes of Nazareth; Ashlyn Thomas of Northampton; Ian Ventresca of Northampton; and Owen Wescott of Nazareth.
Area residents named to Dean's list for the fall 2025 Semester at Quinnipiac University
Submitted by JOHN MORGAN
The following area students were named to the dean's list for the Fall 2025 semester at Quinnipiac University: Amber Unger of Nazareth.