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VOL XXXIII • NO 34
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Imbierowicz Foundation donates CO detectors BY FRANCINE FULTON
Members of the Imbierowicz family recently presented 30 carbon monoxide detectors to the Cochranville Fire Company on behalf of the Carly Imbierowicz Foundation. The donation was part of the family’s ongoing effort to warn the public about the danger of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning.
The Carly Imbierowicz Foundation is named for the daughter of Donna and Matt Imbierowicz, who passed away at the age of 16 on Nov. 22, 2014, along with her friend Daulton Pointek, 17. They died from carbon monoxide poisoning in the vehicle they drove on the way home from a movie. A broken exhaust pipe allowed deadly carbon monoxide gas to enter the car through the See Imbierowicz Foundation pg 6
Hall of Fame Inductees are Michael Gill (left), Lt. Col. Joshua Tyson (right) and Andy Gregg (not pictured). Accepting Gregg’s award on his behalf was Lisa Rudisill (center).
Stories of success Three graduates inducted into Octorara Hall of Fame
ll three inductees into this year’s Octorara Hall of Fame have achieved success in their respective careers. Lt. Col. Joshua Tyson, Class of 1991, is a decorated member of the United States Marine Corps; Andy Gregg, Class of 1993, has built a successful career with the NFL Network; and Michael Gill, Class of 1975, is a Broadway producer. The three new members were inducted into the Octorara Hall of Fame on Oct. 6 during a ceremony held at Octorara Junior-Senior High School. After a welcome provided by senior class president Sarah Meyer, Octorara students read biographies of each of the inductees. Introducing Tyson was Lyla Elboubkri, who noted that he has served in various military operations
“Each and every one of you here today can forge your own path in life.” nominated for the Hall of Fame by Octorara alumna Raeleen Mills. Tyson’s advice for students was threefold - to be persistent, determined and kind. He also encouraged the students to take advantage of the opportunities offered at Octorara. “This school is the standard of which I judge other schools,” he said. “This is a great (learning) opportunity for you. Having knowledge is one
thing. Having the desire to learn is something completely different.” Gregg, who was introduced by student Carrie Beecher, was unable to attend the event since he had to fly to London for an NFL football game. Instead, he sent the students a video message. Gregg talked about taking a chance in life and moving to Los Angeles, where he got a job working on the sitcom “Malcolm & Eddie.” Later, he worked as a writer for WWE and “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Today, he is the senior coordinating producer at the NFL Network. “I oversee a lot of our shows, including our Sunday morning pregame show. I produced the NFL draft in Philadelphia in 2017,” he said noting that he has produced pregame and post-game shows for the NFL championship game. “The biggest thing for me was I finally found something that I was passionate about.”
Participants in the donation presentation were (from left) Andrew Imbierowicz, Judah Kocher, Donna Imbierowicz with Foxy and Doug Lapp.
Read Moore Book Store to celebrate anniversary BY FRANCINE FULTON
The Friends of Moores Memorial Library will celebrate the 10th anniversary of the opening of the Read Moore Book Store with special promotions planned for Thursday, Nov. 2, through Saturday, Nov. 4. In addition, an open house will be held on Nov. 2 at 7 p.m. featuring a talk by guest author Bruce Mowday.
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Activities will begin on Nov. 2 when shoppers will receive a coupon for 10% off a future purchase. On Friday, Nov. 3, all regular-priced fiction books will be listed at 2013 prices. On Nov. 4, there will be a book sale; attendees will be able to fill a bag of fiction books at regular price for a suggested donation. During the open house on Nov. 2, Mowday will discuss his most See Read Moore pg 8
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