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One Mill Tax Hike in Bath Will go to Repair Streets

By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News

SACRED HEART Youth Choir sang carols at ceremony.

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Bath’s Christmas Lights go On in Sunday Ceremony

By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News

A large crowd gathered at Monocacy Creek Park on the first Sunday in Advent, Dec. 2, as Bath’s Christmas tree lighting ceremony was held.

The Rev. Jay R. Wetzel of St. John’s Lutheran Church had the opening prayer and also served as master of ceremonies at the direction of Mayor Donald Wunderler.

Borough Council President Robert Fields told the audience that a lot of improvements have been made in the past year – a gazebo and jungle gym at Keystone Park, and sidewalk projects. He said the park pavilion should be ready by early summer.

Boro Manager Tom Petrucci noted his appreciation to Continued on page 19

“The streets are in terrible shape. The one mill tax increase for 2013 will go for borough streets only,” Bath Borough Council President Robert Fields said on Monday night.

Council will hold a special meeting on December 12 to adopt the 2013 budget, as well as consider the ordinance to set the real estate tax millage rate at 13.5 for the next fiscal year. Fields said with an average family income of $55,000 in Bath, that figures out to a $55.00 increase in the coming year on property owners.

Colonial Regional Police will be seeking a lower allocation from Bath Borough in 2013, amounting to $384,321.

The tax collector’s bond will also be raised to a half million dollars, for a budget cost of $1,100. The budget must be

4-year old Killed in Pedestrian Accident

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Gage Sramek, son of Scott and Rachael Sramek, of Stewart St., was a little boy with a big heart. Family and neighbors remembered his blue eyes and blond hair as he would ride his bike or scooter with friends. He was outgoing and loved making people smile.

The Lehigh County Corners office ruled his death an

ed will not be coming back, so she should have no fear.

• Councilman Mark Saginario, who doubles as Emergency Management Coordinator for the borough, has prepared initiatives that will be sent out in a letter to residents so they are aware of actions to be taken in case of an emergency such as Hurricane Sandy. He is also working on a plan for senior citizens residing in Howard Jones Manor and the Edward Daumer House in Bath.

• Petrucci said a $13,737 grant has been approved for Bath under the Dirt & Gravel Program, which will be used for driving surface aggregate for the Bath Farmers Market and storm water run-off there. It is environmentally friendly.

• Council debated again what to do about 224 W. Main Continued on page 9

Huge Tree lit up for Klecknersville Ceremony

By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News

A 4-year old Northampton boy was struck and killed by an SUV about a block from his home just after 5 p.m. on Sunday December 2, 2012 while he was outside playing with his older brother and a friend. His 6-year old brother, Damon, witnessed the accident.

The tragedy is especially hard on family and neighbors during this holiday season, just 23 days before Christmas.

advertised three times, Borough Manager Tom Petrucci said on Monday.

Other Matters • Council voted to re-appoint George Gasper as a member of the Bath Boro Authority for another five years.

The resignation of David DalCin on the Authority was accepted with regret. He is moving.

• Approval was given to an ordinance specifying 130 Old Forge Drive as a handicapped parking zone, and removing one at 127 S. Chestnut St. The person living at 130 Old Forge said she has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, and a $35 fee was waived. She also expressed concern about 127 Old Forge, where the tenants had a methamphetamine lab and were arrested. The owners will do minimal work on the townhouse and it will be sold. Fields said those arrest-

A large crowd gathered on a chilly December night this past Saturday for the 23rd annual Moore Township Lions and Lioness Christmas tree lighting ceremony in the village of Klecknersville.

The tree has grown considerably in the past few years on the Barry Bickert and family property, and the Lions have gone from stepladder to front end loader to reach its height.

With Lions president Dellie Iasiello and member Sterling Laubach leading the ceremony, they called upon The Rev. Christina Keller of Cov-

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Bath...............................9

Dr. Clearie......................4

Seniors.........................10

Dartball..........................6

Northampton ...............11

Church...........................8

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Letters from our Readers Noise Pollution To the Editor: Over the past several years, since the "new" Keystone Cement plant began its operations, an occasional reference has appeared in this publication about the noise generated by this facility. I have had numerous conversations with fellow Bath citizens about this situation. Oddly enough, those who live in the middle of the Borough often report that they barely hear the noise or sometimes hear nothing at all. I, too, have experienced that phenomenon when visiting cer-

tain neighborhoods. In fact, one of the few places that the noise can be heard "downtown" is in the vicinity of the Bath Health Center parking lot or the adjacent collision repair center.

If one were to visit the higher altitudes of the borough on Holiday Hill or the Park Ridge development, however, he or she likely would be stunned by the loud, intrusive, often cyclical humming noise that permeates the area whenever the plant is operating. In fact, over the past several weeks, the disturbance often seems to have intensified - especially late at night, e.g., 11:00PM although I am not quite sure how that could occur. Maybe it has something to do with air temperature, wind direction, humidity, type of process be-

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How the responsible township municipal officials who exercised jurisdiction over the construction of this facility could have permitted this set of circumstances to come to pass escapes me. Surely some sort of engineering data existed and should have been requested about the level of noise such a plant would generate. Perhaps they did not know how loud the plant would be, but then one must ask if they were as thorough as they should have been in properly reviewing the consequences of permitting this construction and subsequent plant operation. Maybe it was not a concern because no large contingent of taxpaying township residents live in close proximity to the plant, although that ignores the fact that some 2000-plus Bath Borough residents live nearby.

I invite any of those government or plant officials to sit atop Holiday Hill or Park Ridge any evening when the normal daytime environmental noise of traffic, airplanes, etc. has subsided and hear for themselves what they have created. The fact that I sit inside my home this chilly December evening with all of the windows closed and still find the level of noise disturbing enough to write yet another letter on this topic should give all concerned an indication of how intrusive this noise pollution really is to some of our local residents.

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Flashback 30 years Dec. 1982 of the Home News Compiled by Peggy Spengler-Moser

Taxes were not raised in the 1983 budgets for Bath, Chapman, Lehigh Township, and Moore Township.

John Angst was elected fire chief, replacing William Kerschner. At age 25, Angst is believed to be the youngest fire chief to serve the Bath Fire Fighters.

First Sgt. Don Wunderler of Bath was awarded the Army Commendation Medal at an awards ceremony with Hq. Co., 6th Batt., 68th Armor at the Wilson-Kramer U.S. Army Reserve Center.

Andrea Heiny of Danielsville was crowned Junior Miss for PA. Mrs. Lillian Van Buskirk was named Goodwill Ambassador by the Penn Jersey Horse Show Association at their banquet.

Gov. Wolf Historic Society held their second annual Christmas House Tour. 600 people visited the 10 homes on tour. The society prepared for a new roof at the McKean House.

Bad weather had an effect on the first day of deer season. Brian Kerchner was photographed with the deer he shot. Overall the deer count was down for the season.

Jennifer Getz was named

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High Point Youth Rider, and Barbie Andretti was named High Point Junior Rider. They were photographed with very large trophies and plaques.

A local pregnant woman was being transported to the hospital when the baby decided she wanted out sooner.

EMT Richard Holub helped deliver the baby in the ambulance.

Another baby did the same thing in the ambulance from the Klecknersville Rangers Vol. F.D. Mrs. Kathy Dieter delivered the baby (also a girl), this time along Rt. 512.

Lehigh Township Police investigated a robbery at Turkey Hill Minute Market in Cherryville. After two hours and 50 men, a Lehigh Township house fire was extinguished.

One of the editorials was titled, How to Rescue Social Security. Athletes Moses Malone and John Elway were subject topics in the sports section.

Do you remember Schlegel Christmas Trees and Wreaths? R. T. Stocker Builders? Family Hair Styling by Dorothy near the Jacksonville Plaza?

As with a December of any year, Santa Claus made his rounds. More next month.

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Gab Over the Fence

by Pete G. Ossip This is a wild time of year, shopping for Christmas gifts from store to store for the gals and hunting for the guys (unless they went along with their wives). Anyhow, it is a busy time of the year. It’s nice that the weather warmed up some.

It wasn’t bad, either, for the Governor Wolf Historical Society Christmas House Tour, even though the folks making all the visits hadta wear those blue booties to keep the floors clean from any mud. . . . The tree lighting ceremonies in Northampton, Klecknersville and Bath were cold as folks stood around, but if they had some good coffee or hot chocolate it made things better. Nazareth’s tree lighting is this Thursday, and hopefully it will be about the same. I think they have hot chocolate at the Moravian church on the circle. And singing carols can give our lungs some exercise.

Great that our towns are having ceremonies like this Hats off to the organizers!. . .Ye Ed and family are back from the two funerals last week for Bill’s brother Bob and nephew Scott. I hear the daughter who was in the accident is getting better and is out of her coma.

Keep our fingers crossed, with some prayers, that she recovers. Her name is Audrey,

one of six children in the family of Scott and Becky, I’m told.

Mike Eisenreich, who lives over Northampton way, is keeping the family informed. . . . Also heard that Allen and Joan Haidle’s daughter Lisa and Ricky Berger passed away.

My sympathies to their families. . . . The warmer weather made it fairly nice for hanging Christmas lights and trim around homes. Don’t bet on it staying this warm, though, when it comes time to take them down. . . . I thought the Eagles had a chance to win a game for a change on Sunday with the good second-string quarterback passes and the running back, but lo and behold, it didn’t last and their losing string goes on. . . .Pen Argyl and Parkland met their matches in high school football too. . . . There’s still a couple days ‘til this deer season is over. I hear a 328 lb. bear was shot last week in the county. . . .The little snow we had got the young folks thinking about skiing, and I hear the slopes were open. Up north where Ye Ed was they had more than two inches of the white stuff.

We’re about due. Anyhow, have a great week, gang, and relax. It’s the Christmas season.

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Failure to comply with restrictions placed on license.

• Nazareth Jacksonian Club, 119 S. Main St., Nazareth. Sold alcohol to nonmembers, illegal gambling activities.

• The Broadway Pub, 62 Broadway, Bangor. Selling alcohol after license expired on April 30, and had not been renewed or validated.

• Hangloose, 300 E. Broad St., Tamaqua. Sold more than one beverage at one time to one person for the price of one drink. Offered or gave things of value as inducement to purchase alcoholic beverages.

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trative law judge who can impose penalties of between $50 to $1,000 for minor violations to $5,000 for more serious offenses, or suspend or revoke license based on the severity of the charge. The law judge can also require licensee training.

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He replied, “I just heard it-here and there--and I was too lazy to forget it.”

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Mr. & MrS. JONATHAN TICE Lee and Jane Meyers of Danielsville announce the wedding of their daughter Michelle to Jonathan Tice, son of Rose Tice of Hellertown and Ron Tice of Bath on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012 at Green Pond Country Club.

Michelle is a 2004 graduate of Northampton High School, 2008 graduate of East Stroudsburg Univ. and 2010 graduate of PSU-Hazelton.

She is employed by Coordinated Health Systems. and Bernie and Gail Brown of Linden, NJ. He is employed by Procurement – Follett Corporation. Philip is a Freemason.

The couple is planning a November 2013 wedding to be held at Emmanuel’s Lutheran Church in Bath.

Jon is a 2001 graduate of Northampton High School and 2006 graduate of East Stroudsburg Univ. He is employed by Imclone Systems Inc. Attending the bride as maid of honor was Ellen Kave. Bridesmaids were Kelly Allabach, Allie Lisiecki, Chantelle Neupauer and Lindsey Kost. Alexis Tice and Maritza Orlic were flower girls.

Attending the groom as best man was Marc Tice, groomsmen were Edward Segovis, Ross Martin, Todd Breiner and Timothy Gallgher. Garrett Allabach and Ayden Tice were ring bearers.

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At this time, they are not looking for food or clothing donations but there are other organizations that are accepting them.

Kim Silfies, a Bath Drug employee, said the drive will continue for “as long as they need us to.”

Entries Sought For Door Decorating Contest

BATH DRUG is hosting a supply drive for victims of Hurricane Sandy.

Bath Drug Collecting For Hurricane Sandy relief Employees at Bath Drug are continuing to collect items needed by those in New York who have been affected by Hurricane Sandy. All donated supplies are delivered to Broad Channel, New York, a community that has been devastated by the hurricane.

Items needed include cleaning supplies, personal hygiene products, flashlights and batteries and monetary donations.

The Bath Business & Community Partnership is sponsoring a "Holiday Door Decorating Contest" in honor of the season. Awards of gift cards to area businesses will be given for first, second and third place winners. Depending on entries, honorable mention may be awarded.

Doors must be decorated the weekend of December 21, 22 and 23 as judging will be done at dusk on those days.

Doors must have a holiday theme. To register please call: 610-837-7766 and leave your name, address and a contact phone number. Alternatively, registration forms can be picked up at S. Seem Antiques & Artisans, Steckel House Antiques and Daily Grind in Bath or printed from the BBCP facebook page. All entries should be mailed to 207 W. Northampton St. Bath, PA 18014 by December 19, 2012.

Judging will be done during the weekend of December 21.

Winners will be announced in The Home News the following week. There is no entry fee for the contest this year.

Grow Your Small Business - Ding Dong!

By CAROL RITTER

Oh, BLACK FRIDAY, the crowds, the deals, the craziness, the free samples and even more. If you are a “super shopper” this is your big day of the year.

The bags and bags of stuff followed by SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY and CYBER MONDAY. One might think this is marketing genius and it is.

I decided to venture out in the afternoon, not looking for anything special, just browsing. Parking was at a premium and after 20 minutes I found my spot for the day. I moseyed into a women’s clothing shop which advertised everything on sale. I was there about 10 minutes and heard a cow bell ring, perked up big time and began to wonder what was this about? I found the bargain of the day a beautiful camel jacket $200, marked down to $50 and then 50% off of that and it was in my size. I scooped it up and headed towards the cashier.

I’m feeling like I won the bargain of the day. There were about 10 people in line and as I a patiently waited I heard a big ding and a big dong. The chatter began! What’s that noise? It’s so unusual for a dress shop. Ding dong, ding

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dong, ding dong! It’s almost bordering on annoying. As I make it to the front of the line, I overhear the cashier saying the magic words, “Thank you for shopping with us.” “Did you find everything you were looking for?” Ding dong, ding dong!! I’m right there and the cashier greets me with, “Thank you for shopping with us.” I felt so welcomed and so appreciated. Then she said, Our store is committed to children would you be so kind to donate to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital?’

I said, ‘Sure” (never say no to kids)...DING DONG, she proclaimed another generous person in our store. By the

time I left I felt like this store really cared not only about the sale but about the greater community.

How do your customers feel when they leave your business? Do you teach them how to treat you? Friendliness breeds friendliness. Charitable hearts are irresistible and in this store they created an atmosphere that was much more than selling.

It’s the holiday season, how are you ringing your bell??

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Sandy’s make-up games Add to Suburban dartball Several make-up games caused by postponements from Hurricane Sandy were played last week in the Suburban Inter-Church Dart Baseball League.

St. Paul’s UCC of Northampton played at Messiah Lutheran in Bethlehem and won 6-4, lost 9-4, and won 6-5. St. Paul’s hitters: Rich Kern, 7 for 13; Brian Gross, 6 for 13; Paul Slimmon, 5 for 11; Jason Gross, 5 for 13; Andy Mainhart, 5 for 14. Messiah: Norm Schoenberger, 7 for 13 with a home run; Todd Jones, two homers; Rick Hasonich, 5 for 13; Harry Schoenberger, 4 for 11; Mike Daly, Sr., 4 for 11.

Christ UCC, Bath lost 2-1 and 10-6 before winning 1-0 at Farmersville. Bath: Ron Wagner and Darius DalCin, both 5 for 13; Joe Hunsicker, a homer. Farmersville: Wade Chilmonik, 6 for 11; Ron Barron, 6 for 12; Tom George, 6 for 13; Gene Grim, a homer.

Ebenezer Bible Fellowship swept Trinity Lutheran in Bangor, 2-0, 3-2 in 10 innings, and 3-1. Ebenezer: Eric Miller, 6 for 15; Jim Voortman, 5 for 12 with a homer; Carol Voortman, 4 for 14 and the cycle; LeRoy Wilcox and Ray Moretz, solo homer each.

Salem Lutheran, Bethlehem, lost 5-3 and 4-1 before winning 6-5 at Salem UCC, Moorestown. Bethlehem: Bryan Frankenfield, 6 for 13; Scott Hoffert, 6 for 14; Bill Hoke III, 4 for 11. Moorestown: Chris Remaley, 5 for 12; Bill Rinker and Bob Krause, both 4 for 11; homers from Al Thomas and Fred Toncik.

Bath Lutheran lost 7-3 and 4-1 before salvaging a 4-3 game in 11 innings at Emmanuel EC, Bethlehem.

Bath: Matt Creyer, 5 for 13; Lee Creyer, 4 for 13; Dellie Iasiello, 3 for 6 with a homer; and homers from Wendy Yacone and Kevin Biechy. Bethlehem: Jeremiah, 5 for 9; Jovi Rivera, 5 for 13 with a homer; Bruce Danylkuk, also 5 for 13; Joey Hoffert, a homer.

Games This Week Dryland-Trinity won 3-2 and then lost 6-4 and 9-1 at St. Paul’s. Hecktown: Gary Butz, 5 for 10; Rich Durn, 4 for 11; Larry Golick, 5 for 13.

Northampton: Kevin Gross, 7 for 12; Rich Kern, 6 for 12; Jason Gross, 4 for 12; Deb Hughes, a home run.

St. Stephen’s lost 7-6, then won 5-4 and 5-2 at Salem Lutheran. St. Stephen’s: Ed Wychuck, 8 for 14; Don Hoysan, 6 for 13; Gary Buczynski, 6 for 15. Salem: Scott Hoffert, 9 for 15; Bryan Frankenfield, 5 for 14; Bill Hoke, Sr., 4 for 11.

Christ UCC win 6-1 and 3-2, but lost 6-5 at Bath Lutheran. Christ UCC: Mark Fujita, 7 for 14; Susie Gasper, 6 for 13; Ron Wagner, 5 for 15.

Bath Lutheran: Don Miller, 4 for 9.

Farmersville lost 2-1 in 10 innings, won 2-0, and lost 2-1 in 11 innings at Emmanuel.

Farmersville: Kyle Campbell, 6 for 12; Wade Chilmonick, 4 for 13. Emmanuel: Jim Hill, Jorge Rivera, D. Mike, all 3 hits; Joey Hoffert, a homer.

Trinity Luth. won 10-1 and 5-3 before losing 2-0 at Mes-

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Firemen: Matt Paulus, 265245-203-713; BJ Doncsesz, 238-216-653, Stan Zurowski, 2374,206, 635. Plastic: Kyle Reaser, 550 ; Evan Rehrig, 215-548; Garay Reaser, 524.

Old Dairy beat Scherline & Assocaites, 3 to 1, with Scott Fenstermaker, 206-596; Warren Nelson, 223 – 590; John Schwarz, 236-219-596; Jeff Kerbacher, 235-580. Scherline: Steve Kerbacher, 267209-201-677; Andy Edelmen, 243-223-644; Frank Yeakel, 221-514.

Arndt Construction beat Harhart’s, 3 to 1, behind Jason Beanner, 275-214-671; Bob Adams, 236-600; Don Arndt, 204-202-570; Marty Beal, 203-541; Cory Brown, 531. Harhart: Marty Csencsits, 205-586; Butch Holland Sr., 208-573; Tony Holva, 524; George Hyde, 204-514.

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Outdoors Hunting And Trapping Opportunities For Winter

Pennsylvania Game Commission Executive Director Carl G. Roe reminds hunters and trappers they still have a mixed bag of seasons from which to choose after the statewide firearms deer season concludes on Saturday, Dec. 8. They include seasons for deer, snowshoe hare, ruffed grouse, squirrel, cottontail, pheasant, coyote, fisher, bobcat, beaver and other furbearers, crows, doves and waterfowl.

The small game seasons are: squirrel, Dec. 10-24 and Dec. 26Feb. 23; ruffed grouse, Dec. 10-24 and Dec. 26-Jan. 26; rabbit, Dec. 1024 and Dec. 26-Feb. 23; and snowshoe hare, Dec. 26-Jan. 1 in Wildlife Management Units (WMUs) 2B, 2G and 3A. In addition, pheasants (males and females) will be open from Dec. 10-24 and Dec. 26Feb. 2 in WMUs 1A, 1B, 2B, 2D, 2E, 2F, 2G, 3A, 3B, 3C, 3D, 4A, 4B, 4D, 5C and 5D. The statewide late archery and flintlock muzzleloader deer seasons run concurrently from Dec. 26-Jan. 12.

For deer hunters with WMU 2B, 5C or 5D, they can choose to hunt antlerless deer with use any legal sporting arm from Dec. 26-Jan. 26, or an extended flintlock muzzleloader deer season for antlered or antlerless deer from Dec. 26-Jan. 26, or an extended archery season for antlered or antlerless deer from Jan. 14-26.

Flintlock muzzleloader season participants may harvest an antlerless deer with a WMU license, DMAP permit, or a general hunting license deer harvest tag. During the late season, antlered deer may be taken only by bowhunters and flintlock muzzleloader hunters who possess an unused gener-

al hunting license deer harvest tag.

Hunters using archery or muzzleloader licenses, and hunting with those special sporting arms, are not required to wear fluorescent orange, but are encouraged to do so, especially when hunting in WMUs 2B, 5C and 5D, where an antlerless season for limitedrange firearms users will also be in progress. Refer to the Digest for firearms restrictions in special regulations areas. Hunters using conventional firearms in those WMUs must wear 250 square inches of fluorescent orange.

Furbearer hunting seasons continuing through the winter months include: red and gray foxes, until Feb. 16, including Sundays; raccoons, until Feb. 16; and bobcats, in designated WMUs, from Jan. 15-Feb. 5.

Furbearer trapping seasons include: beavers, Dec. 26-March 31 (bag limits depend on WMU, outlined on page 74 of the 2012-13 Digest); mink and muskrats, until Jan. 6; raccoons, skunks, opossums, foxes, coyotes and weasels, un-

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Team 4 KO’s Team 6, Has Big Lead in Bath Die Hards League Teams 4 knocked off Team 5 on Nov. 23 to extend its lead in the Bath Die Hards League.

As they won 4 to 0, Team 4 was led by Terry Bartholomew, 641; Ken Grube, 596, and Kathy Grube, 498. Team 6 had Rick Deily, 567; Jim Stevens, 470; Sherry Longley, 458, and Dick Deily, 456.

Runnerup Team 5 won 3 to 1 with Bob C. Kosman’s 567.

Third place Team 7 also won 3 to 1 with Charles Kosman’s 535 the best.

Teams 3 and 8 played to a 2-2 tie. Team 3: Polly Kosman, 485, and BobbyLou Snyder, 484.

Team 8: Gerald Bartholomew, 636; Mike Swope, 601; Charmaine Bartholomew, 501; Amanda Leindecker, 407.

Team 1 lost 1 to 3 with Bob Kosman, 494; Joe Bachman, 466; Brenda Deily, 455.

Team 2 also lost 1 to 3 with Sam Strouse, 432, and Art Bruch, 420.

STANDINGS W Team 4 34 Team 5 29.5 Team 7 29 Team 2 22.5 Team 6 21 Team 3 20 Team 1 18 Team 8 18

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Daku Auto Body Now Leading in Bath Commercial Daku Auto Body lost 1 to 3, and Team Smith won 3 to 1, but Daku Auto Body has a slim lead in the Bath Commercial Bowling League in week 12. Daku had captain Bob leading with 269-245– 709; Al Davidson, 242–623; Rich Mutarelli, 528, and Bob Faustner, 516, but Sunnieside Landscaping won their three games with Anton Boronski, 223-237–653; Keith Weaver, 211-206–594; Ryan Flick, 210201–571; and Adam Anthony, 549.

Team Smith ripped Maxx Amusements, 3 to 1, behind Jason Benner, 238-258-227– 723; Scott Weinberg, 258-213– 660; Vernon Fehnel, 514; Al Weinberg, 511. Maxx: Andy Edelman, 229-245-236–710; Russ Hank, 223–581; George Hyde, 214–552; Randy Frey, 202–524; Bill Bachman, 508.

Bath Supply knocked off Valley Inspection Service, 3 to 1, led by Jeff Kerbacher, 279– 640; Steve Kerbacher, 204249–627; Frank Yeakel, 231202–621; Harvey Rissmiller, 226–593; Brant Connolly, 217204–587.

Old Dairy shut out the Rice Family, 4 to 0, behind Bill Neidig, 207-257–649; Ron Arle, 237-224–631; Rich Trucksess, 234-204–621; Barry McIlhaney, 566; John Kerbacher, 549. Rice: Dale Fye, 538, and Jack Rice, 501.

STANDINGS W Daku Auto Body 29 Team Smith 28 Maxx Amuse.

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G&L On Top of Friday Niters League; Snowflakes Closing G & L won 3 to 1 over Bensig’s and has a two-game lead in the Bath Legion Friday Niters League as of Nov. 30. G & L: Bud Bower, 530; Scott Ackerman, 223–629; Terry Koch, 494; Bill Bachman, 566; Rich Trucksess, 563.

Bensing’s: Art Flegler, 553; Ernie Keller, 425; Jared Kocher, 542; James Keller, 396; William Kocher, Jr., 548.

Palmer Snowflakes made a big move by sweeping Team YTTIHS, 4 to 0, led by Gerald Bartholomew, 232–610; Jim Chillot, 451; Ty Pagotto, 235– 663; Jerry Fogel, 475; Terry Bartholomew, 583. Team YTTIHS: Richard Giering, 490; Anton Boronski, 512; Harry Emery, 223–603; Brent Bartholomew, 245–615.

Bath Legion strengthened its hold on third place by clipping those Wee Little Pigs, 4 to 0, led by Dave Shaver, 257–672; Marty Beal, 476; John Kline, 576; Cory Brown, 219–625; Ron Flick, 226–673.

Pigs: Dave Jacoby, 577; Mike Knable, 477; John Zmyweski, 559; Jim Schoenberger, 439; Craig Mattes, 570.

The Young Bucks, mired in the cellar, did their best to get out of it with a 4 to 0 sweep of Herman’s Hermits, with Brandon Jacoby, 509; Allen Smith, 590; Kyle Krywonis, 211–616; Christian Vazquez, 579. Hermits: Dave Thompson, 441; Herman Petersen, 466; Daniel Cortright, 234–645; Pete Curto, 485; Joe Cortright, 463.

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High Scores at Bath Legion Lanes for Two Weeks Play

Outstanding recent scores at the Bath Legion Lanes were as follows: Week of Nov. 11 MEN – 600 & HIGHER: Keith Sargent, 242–627; Scott Weinberg, 247–678; Ryan Flick, 247–660; Kyle Weaver, 228–611; Andy Edelman, 278– 765 and 210–708; Rich Mu-

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WOMEN – 500 & HIGHER: Amanda Leindecker, 181– 530; Brenda Deily, 179–504; Michelle Tirrell, 181–506.

Week of Nov. 18 MEN – 600 & HIGHER: Travis Oplinger, 233–613; Anton Boronski, 245–656 and 237–653; Andre Martin, 243– 676; Scott Weinberg, 227–637 and 258–660; Mark Moyer, 295–698; Ryan Flick, 226–614; Ed Musselman, 247–641;Bob Daku, 269–709; Al Davidson, 242–623; Bill Neidig, 257–649; Rich Trucksess, 234–621; Ron Ardle, 237–631; Andy Edelman, 245–≠710; Jason Benner, 258–723; Terry Bartholomew, 224–614 and 235–600; Jeff Kerbacher, 279–640; Steve Kerbacher, 249–627; Frank Yeakel, Jr., 231–621; John Kline, 235– 637; Cory Brown, 245–649; Jared Kocher, 228–602; Billy Kocher, 234–648; Richard Giering, 211–607; Harry Emery, 237–613; Kyle Krywonis, 259–621; Scott Ackerman, 252–682; Rich Trucksess, 276– 682; John Zmyweski, 256–672; Joe Cortright, 256–605; Pappy Bartholomew, 222–608.

WOMEN – 500 & HIGHER: Dawn Meyer, 222–526; Sandy Becker, 208–528; Kathy Grube, 201–540.

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siah. Trinity: Harold Wambold, 5 for 12; Joe Smith, 4 for 13 and 2 homers; Bill Hess, 4 for 13 with a homer; Jeff Hoffert homered. Messiah: Rick Hasonich and Jeff Hasonich, both 6 for 12.

Ebenezer won 2-1, then lost 4-3 and 4-2 at Salem UCC. Ebenezer: Eric Miller, 5 for 11; Carol Voortman, 5 for 1`2; Carl Fraley, 4 for 12.

Salem: Bill Rinker, 6 for 13, and Jack Troxell, 5 for 12.

In another make-up, Eb-

December 6-12, 2012 7 enezer swept Bath Lutheran 6-3 in 12 innings, 8-5, and 3-2.

Ebenezer: Eric Miller, 8 for 16 with a homer; Jim Voortman, 5 for 15; Dave Strong, 2 homers.

Bath: Don Miller, 6 for 14 with a homer, and Kevin Biechy, a home run.

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St. Paul’s, Northampton 25 11 .694 Ebenezer, Bethlehem 21 12 .637 St. Stephen’s, Beth’m 18 15 .545 Christ UCC, Bath 19 17 .528 Dryland, Hecktown 19 17 .528 Salem UCC, M’stown 18 18 .500 Salem Luth., Beth’m 17 19 .472 Messiah, Bethlehem 16 20 .444 Emmanuel, Bethlehem 16 20 .444 Bath Lutheran 15 21 .417 Trinity, Bangor 15 21 .417 Farmersville 14 22 .389

SCHEDULE: Dec. 10 – St. Paul’s at Christ UCC, Salem Luth. at Dryland, Bath Luth. at St. Stephen’s, Messiah at Farmersvlle, Salem UCC at Trinity Luth., Emmanuel at Ebenezer.

Outdoors Continued from page 6 til Feb. 17; bobcats, in designated WMUs from Dec. 15-Jan. 6; and fishers, in designated WMUs, from Dec. 15-20.

Trappers also may use cable restraints for foxes and coyotes from Dec. 26-Feb. 17, providing they have passed a mandatory cable restraint certification course. For information on courses, visit the Game Commission’s website and click on the “Hunter Education” link in the right-hand column and choose the month of interest to find the nearest course.

Dove hunters also will have late season opportunities when dove season runs Dec. 26-Jan. 5. Hunting hours are one-half hour before sunrise to sunset, and the daily limit is 15 birds.

Waterfowl hunters have plenty of hunting opportunities to pursue from December into April. Hunters may take Canada geese and white-fronted geese during the following upcoming seasons: Atlantic Population Zone, Dec. 13-Jan. 26; Southern James Bay Canada Goose Hunting Zone, Dec. 10-Jan. 18; and Resident Canada Goose Zone, from Dec. 11-Jan. 15 and Feb. 1-28.

The regular snow goose season runs until Jan. 26 in the Atlantic Population Zone, until Jan. 18 in the Southern James Bay Zone and until Feb. 28 in the Regular Population Goose Zone. For the snow goose conservation hunt, hunters will need to obtain a free special permit in addition to other waterfowl-required federal and state licenses. Bag limits for the conservation hunt are 25 daily and no possession limit, and the season lengths for the conservation hunt are: Jan. 28-April 26 in the Atlantic Population Zone; Jan. 29-April 26 in the Southern James Bay Population

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Appreciating Gifts of God I missed the black Friday craze this year but I don’t regret it in the least. Our family was enjoying historic Charleston S.C. instead of fighting lines and getting to the store too late to get those super deals. My whole Thanksgiving weekend was so peaceful, I might just devise a way next year to miss the whole black Friday hoopla again. Might I challenge you to find a way to keep from getting lured to the merchants next year? I believe it’s a shame what merchandizing has done to two of the most important holidays we celebrate. Take Thanksgiving for example. This holiday, established to commemorate the gratitude of the Pilgrims who had so little, is being ruined by 21st century Americans who have so much. It’s an oxymoron of sorts to think that the day in which we should be grateful is spent reviewing the newspaper and internet to see where we can satisfy our greed the following day. Shame is that Thanksgiving Day is being robbed of its 24 hours because stores wanting to be the first to get customers in the door are opening earlier and earlier. In my estimation black Friday is a day people excuse greediness. Merchants are greedy for record sales and patrons are greedy for deals that are seldom a necessity.

One of Solomon’s many proverbs of wisdom states; He that is greedy of gain troubleth his own house; but he that hateth gifts shall live (Prov. 15:27). People might think they got a real deal on this year’s big sale day but few of them have bargained on the trouble greed creates in the long run. Oh, I realize many of those black Friday purchases are explained away as part of the season of giving but the merchants have ruined even the Christmas holiday. How sad that many people view Christmas as a time for getting (greed). Christmas is a time to celebrate just one gift! The greatest gift of all is that God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son that whosoever believeth in him shall not perish but have everlasting life (John 3:16). Please don’t misunderstand me; I’m not against giving and receiving gifts. I just want to impress upon my readers that unless you have received the gift of eternal life through Jesus Christ, all the black Friday deals and Christmas presents in the world won’t satisfy. Once you’ve accepted Jesus Christ as your Savior contentment can be yours and greed won’t ruin your Thanksgiving or Christmas celebration.

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Zone; and March 1-April 26 in the Resident Population Zone.

Ducks, sea ducks, coots and mergansers may be hunted in the Lake Erie Zone until Dec. 29; in the North Zone, until Jan. 5; in the Northwest Zone through Dec. 14; and in the South Zone through Jan. 15.

For details on waterfowl bag limits in each of the zones, please consult the Pennsylvania 2012-13 Guide to Migratory Game Bird Hunting, which is available on the agency’s website (www.pgc.state. pa.us) by clicking on the “2012-13 Migratory Game Bird Brochure”

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In addition to a regular Pennsylvania hunting license, persons 16 and older must have a Federal Migratory Bird and Conservation Stamp, commonly referred to as a “Duck Stamp” to hunt waterfowl.

Regardless of age, hunters also must have a Pennsylvania Migratory Game Bird License to hunt waterfowl and other migratory birds, including doves, woodcock, coots, moorhens, rails and snipe.

All migratory game bird hunters in the United States are required to complete a Harvest Information Program survey when they purchase a state migratory game bird license. The survey information is then forwarded to the USFWS.

BATH AREA BATH BORO – EAST ALLEN TWSP. – MOORE TWSP. – CHAPMAN BORO Bath Council Continued from page 1

St., a property the borough owns. Bath has received a $25,000 grant from Pa. DCNR, and Council talked about a footpath as part of the NorBath Trail, and building up the building’s foundation.

• A 2013 schedule of fees contains an increase for sidewalk inspections since the original fee never covered the costs for two inspections.

• A proposed parking lot regulations amendment will be advertised after some more discussion.

• The late Howard Josephberg property at 535 E. Northampton St. was checked out and may be sold at sheriff’s sale. The code enforcement officer will see what items will be needed to make the property habitable.

• Fire Chief Ed Demchak listed this report of man-hours for November: fire calls, 70.50;

EMS calls, 10; drills, 190.50; school, 32; administration, 2409; equipment repair, 35; meetings, 45; work detail, 30; fire police, 7.50.

He announced the fire department has elected these officers for 2013: Demchak, Chief; Gerald DeGarmo, 1st Asst. Chief; Chuck Tully, 2nd Asst. Chief; Glen Butz, ambulance captain, and Chris Butz, assistant ambulance captain.

• FEMA has approved a brand new pre-fab Keystone Park pavilion, replacing one that was destroyed in a storm last year. Work most be completed by August 2013. Councilwoman Carol Bear-Heckman asked if the H.A.R.B. could look at the design. They can look.

She reported that the Gov. Wolf Historical Society Christmas House Tour was a success. She also read from historian Asa K. McIlhaney’s book, which relates historical facts about Bath in the good old days.

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Moore Elementary School Reflections winners

Reflections is an artistic theme based program sponsored by the national PTA. This years theme is "The Magic of a Moment". Moore students entered projects in visual arts, photography, dance choreography and literature.

George Wolf Annual Toys for Tots program Story & Photos by Alice Wanamaker The Home News

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The students at George Wolf Elementary School once again collected toys for the Toys for Tots program hosted by the United States Marine Corps Reserves. Students and faculty donated new unwrapped toys for the program to be distributed to less fortunate children in the community from November 12 through November 30 at the entrances to the school.

The gifts will be delivered for Christmas and will send a message of hope to the area youngsters. This is the 7th year the school has participated in the program.

SSgt. Smith of Clark Summit and HM1 Rudolf (FMF) picked the toy donations as well as a check for $240 raised by the staff last Friday November 30th. Everyone at the school enjoyed helping the program again this year.

Many students were eager to shake hands with and thank the soldiers as they passed by the morning assembly presented by the orchestra and chorus. The 2012 Orchestra and Chorus concert will be presented on December 11 at 7 p.m. in the gym.

Teacher of the Month at GWS By: Alice Wanamaker The Home News

The 6th grade students of Mrs. Suchajda helped her celebrate last week as she was the recipient of the B104 Teacher of the Month award for November.

Mrs. Suchajda has been teaching with the district for 16 years and was speechless at receiving the award.

“It means a lot that the students would nominate me” she said. Mrs. Suchajda will receive a spa package as part of the honor and her students will be receiving a pizza party. (See picture on Page 18.)

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Visit Bob and Mickey at Traditions to share their experience.

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Soup; Meatball Sandwich w/ Mozzarella Cheese; Tossed Salad w/Italian Dressing; Mandarin Oranges Northampton Senior Center Director: Krista Ambrosino For Reservations Please Call: 610-262-4977 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30-1:30 Note: If Northampton County Senior Centers Close due to Weather Conditions, watch Local News Channel 69 WFMZ. Thurs. 12/6 -: Cards/Puzzles; 9:30 Morning Stretch; Noon Lunch; 11:30 Bakery Corner; “St. Nicholas Day!” Friday 12/7: Cards/Puzzles; 9:30 – 11:00 Needlecraft; 11:30 Lunch; Bingo after Lunch; “Pearl Harbor Day!” Mon. 12/10: Cards/Puzzles; Coffee Break; Noon Lunch; “Human Rights Day!” Tues. 12/11: Cards/Puzzles; “Horse Races!”…gate opens at 10:00 am; Noon Lunch; “Nat’l Noodle Ring Day!” Wed. 12/12: Cards/Puzzles; Library Book Exchange at 11:00; BP’s with Dorothy after 10:00; Noon Lunch; “Nat’l Ding-a-Ling Day!” Mid-County Senior Center 234 Walnut Street Bath, PA Director: Susan Miller For Meal Reservations: Please Call 610-837-1931 Hours 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Thurs. 12/6 – 10:15 am – sing-a-long, 11:30 –lunch, 12:30 – penny Bingo.

Friday 12/7 – 11:30 am – Lunch, 12:15 Pinochle Mon. 12/10 – 9 am – Pool, games, puzzles and cards.

Munday Funday with Joanne Tues. 12/11- 10:15 am – St. John Nursery School Visit, 11:30 am – lunch, 12:30 pm – Bingo.

Wed. 12/12 – 9 am – sewing for Gracedale, 12:30 pm – crafts/ceramics.

Cherryville Senior Center Director: Edith Knauss For Meal Reservations please call: 610-767-2977 by 9:30 A.M. Hours 9:30 A.M. – 2:30 P.M. Thurs. 12/6 – 12:30 Dinner Mystery Theatre Friday 12/7 – Center Closed Mon. 12/10 – 10:30 Craft Tues. 12/11- 10 am – Quilt, 12:30 pm – Sing-a-long.

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Events at Lehigh Historical center

CAITLYN and COOPER ROGAN turned on the lights with their parents and grandparents beside them at Northampton tree lighting.

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Tree Lighting at Covered Bridge

The Kreidersville Covered Bridge Association will hold its annual tree lighting ceremony on the grounds surrounding the historic Kreidersville Covered Bridge on Saturday December 8 between 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. (in case of bad weather, it will be rescheduled for December 9th 4:30-5:30) The tree lighting ceremony will include: free cookies and hot chocolate, a tremendously warm and pleasing bonfire, caroling, and even a special visit from Santa himself aboard an Allen Township fire truck.

The KCB Gazebo will be the center of attention with the stage set for the tree lighting and carolers signing from the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. In addition to the delicious treats, there will be a raffle of Crayola inspired baskets and KCB merchandise available for purchase. These proceeds will go towards further preservation of the KCB. All other parts of the festivities are entirely free and open to the public.

Please mark your calendars as we invite you to join us once again in this memorable event for all ages!

Keep Christ in Christmas

CHILDREN (l-r) Rachel Ahner, Hannah Billy and Ava Billy sat on the curb, bundled up in the 34-degree weather, as they waited for Santa in Northampton.

Public meeting

Friends of the Northampton Area Public Library will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. at the library. FMI: www.northamptonpl.org.

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pany will be helping Santa deliver early Christmas presents on Saturday, Dec. 8 and Sunday, Dec. 9 to Lehigh Township residents. If you would like Santa to stop by and drop off a personal gift for your good little boy or girl, visit them online at www.lehightownshipfire.com for a

AARP Party

Northampton AARP Chapter 3915 will meet on Wednesday Dec. 12, for the Christmas party at the Allen Township Fire Company, 3530 Howertown Road, Northampton.

Doors will open at 11:00 noon.

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Refreshments will be served.

Anyone the age of 50 and up is welcome as members of Chapter 3915. Anyone interested in the AARP bus trips please contact Sharon at 610-262-9182.

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Plan to visit the LT Historical Centre, Indian Trail Park, Pennsville, from 1 to 4 p.m.on December 9 for the historical society's Holiday Open House. This will be the last day the historical centre will be open in 2012. We appreciate the opportunity to introduce to you our displays and items available for purchase.

There are many historical items for the history buffs on your holiday gift list.

There are albums of photographs of people and places in the township and other information available to you if you are researching family history. Stop in and meet the society members and spend an afternoon - see what is available and learn about the culture of days gone by.

Also, mark your calendar for the free historical programs to be presented in January and February. On January 28, there will be a presentation by members of the Lehigh Township Fire Company. You will want to hear their presentation and learn how they serve YOU! On February 25, Dave Schneck will be the speaker.

Dave played professionally with the New York Mets from 1968 to 1977. Come to hear his presentation and learn what life was like as a professional baseball player. Following each presentation which will be held at Hope Lutheran Church in Cherryville at 7 p.m., there will be a question and answer time. Light refreshments will be served.

We hope you will place these dates on your calendar and come out to support the society's upcoming programs.

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Council scans $4.2-million Budget with small tax hike

By BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News

Finance committee chairman Michael Kopach brought to Nazareth Borough Council at their workshop meeting on Thursday the total budget for 2013. It amounts to $4,230,485, and includes a half-mill real estate tax increase.

Included in the budget are the purchase of a highway department “Skidsteer” vehicle, a new police SUV, an additional full-time police officer, and continued storm sewer work on Spring St. Council approved the budget at its regular meeting on Monday.

Rev. Matz Resigns

Council also received the resignation of The Rev. William Matz as a member of Council, due to moving out of the borough for medical needs of his wife. With the seat being vacant, Council needs to fill it within 30 days of receipt of Rev. Matz’s letter dated Nov. 13. Thus, Council is looking for candidates who reside in the first ward of the borough. As of

Thursday, Council Secretary Paul Kokolus said there were two applicants.

Resumes were to be sent to Kokolus at 134 S. Main St. no later than Dec. 13. A special meeting has been called for 7:45 p.m. tonight (Thursday, Dec. 6) to have interviews with interested persons and then Council will appoint someone to fill the vacancy.

In his note, Rev. Matz said, “As Bob Hope expressed many times, thanks for the memories. We extend good wishes and prayers for the future.” He and his wife are moving to a Bethlehem retirement community as a result of her medical condition.

Emergencies

At last week’s workshop residents voiced their concerns over preparations, or the lack thereof, for the recent destructive Hurricane Sandy.

Becky Butz of 37 N. Broad St. told Council there wasn’t enough information that went out. Her sister is paralyzed, and electrical power went out in Nazareth as it did in many other places. “How do you get

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information when everything is out?” she asked.

Two years ago with a tornado warning she said she had questioned, “What you do, where do you go? A tree fell on my home in this latest storm.

What about people who lost power? We have to be better prepared. I don’t want to hear from somebody,’I don’t know’.”

Mayor Fred Daugherty said that the disaster hit New Jersey and New York, too. “It was such a wide, expansive area. The big picture is it shows how much we are dependent upon technology, and don’t know what to do when we lose it.”

Council President Dan Chiavaroli said, “I looked out my back door and the lights were on.” He didn’t have power, went out and bought a generator, came home, opened the front door and the TV was on.

He suggested the fire department might be a good place for a shelter.

Ms. Butz said the borough should have cards with emergency numbers like they used to have. But she added, “My neighbors were wonderful.”

Terry Fehr had also noted the non-appearance of the Northampton County Emergency Management Director, and questioned if a siren had been sounded as a warning.

Another resident said generators are good but they take a huge amount of gasoline.

At the Nov. 5 meeting Rev. Matz said he was puzzled and disappointed by the lack of an emergency management report following the worst storm in the borough’s history. The highway department was commended, however, for all it did in the emergency. Councilman Larry Stoudt reported that 20 trees were lost at the borough park in the storm.

In another complaint on Thursday, Korine Behler of S. Main St. told about incidents that happened two nights in a row, and no borough policeman on duty at the time. A state trooper came, but it took 25 to 45 minutes for response.

“Do we have to train ourselves as police officers to take care of things like that on our own?” she asked. Police Chief

Thomas Tracta said an officer was assigned to DUI duty in a Northampton County program funded by a state grant.

Mayor Daugherty said he and Council are trying to do something about police coverage.

Other Reports

Ecology committee chairman Frank Maurek reported on the tonnage amounts of recyclables collected by various companies in the borough. . . .He announced that Christmas trees will be picked up Jan. 3, 10 and 17. . . .The ecology department went to Forks Township on Friday to see how their grinder works.

He then brought up the problem of habitual delinquents on garbage bills, for four quarters or a full year. A suggested fine to be imposed was $200.00, and Councilman Carl Fischl said 88 property owners are involved. However, Councilman Charles Donello objected to going from zero to $200, and said they were not given notice. When he suggested the Key paper for a notice, Chiavaroli told him it must be done in a newspaper of general circulation with paid subscribers, such as The Home News, where notices are presently advertised.

Donello said he doesn’t get this newspaper. Councilwoman Cindy Werner said, “The ones who don’t care don’t pay and they’re not going to read the paper.” Fehr jumped up and said he is one of the delinquents because he has other bills that must be paid, and he called to get more time.

Councilman Jack Herbst of the police committee said they are working on issues.

He asked what to do about snow emergency routes, and it was agreed that people not park on them until the street is cleared.

Councilwoman Werner reported the 5th annual Nazareth house tour on Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.. . . .Small Christmas trees were put up around downtown. . . .A $200 donation was made to Nazareth Heritage. . .She also listed rental fees for the park log cabin in 2013.

Donello noted two more leaf collections, and a check received from a company whose truck hit a traffic signal.

Kopach said there are arrearages in real estate taxes as well as garbage collections.. . . There were three re-assessments for local firms.

FedEx wants a new location for their drop box since they no longer have a contract with the post office. Council decided the municipal building would be a good place.

Stoudt reported a request from The Home News for a distribution place for this newspaper. While no decision was made, this reporter told him and Council that The Home News has been reporting on Nazareth news for years and wants more residents to read it.

Before going into executive session, Kokolus said he has received applications for a number of vacant positions in the borough.

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Obituaries Richard R. Berger

Aug. 17, 1971 – Dec. 2, 2012 Richard R. “Ricky” Berger, Jr., 41, of East Allen Township died on Sunday, Dec. 2 in Lehigh Valley HospitalMuhlenberg, Bethlehem.

He was a 1992 graduate of Northampton High School.

Born Aug. 17, 1971 in Fountain Hill, he was a son of Diana S. (Eberts) Berger, with whom he resided, and the late Richard R. Berger, Sr. He was a member of the former Allen & East Allen Township Lions Club, as well as a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Hecktown.

He enjoyed traveling, dining and TV game shows.

Surviving in addition to his mother, are his maternal grandparents, Kenneth and Clara (Rodger) Eberts, of East Allen Township; a sister, Tracy Berger-Carmen; many aunts, uncles and cousins, and his pet cats Toby and Sassy.

Preceding him in death were his paternal grandparents, Raymond and Theresa (Matula) Berger.

Services were this (Thursday) morning in Trinity Evan.

Lutheran Church, followed by interment in Hope Cemetery, Hecktown. Arrangements were by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, 2165 Community Dr., Bath (Moorestown), PA 18014, where memorial contributions for the family may be sent.

Ethel T. Capkovic

Ethel T. Capkovic, 90, of Northampton died Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, Bethlehem. She was the wife of the late Stephen J. Capkovic II, who died in April 1979.

Ethel was a bookkeeper for the former Bells Sponging Co. for 13 years before retiring.

Born in Northampton, she was a daughter of the late Metro and Esther (Ludinsky) Prutzanni.

She was a member of St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church, Northampton.

Surviving are a daughter, Marie Hero of Coplay; a son,

Stephen J. Capkovic III, of Whitehall; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were three sisters and two brothers.

A burial service is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 8 in the Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton. The Very Rev. Archpriest David Clooney will officiate. Calling hours will precede the service from 9-10 a.m. at the funeral home.

Interment will follow in the parish cemetery.

Louis D. Flora

Dec. 19, 1945 – Nov. 28, 2012 Louis D. Flora, 66, of Lower Nazareth Township died Wednesday, Nov. 28 in the VA Medical Center, WilkesBarre. He was the husband of Margaret (Hinkle) Flora.

He worked as a drug and alcohol counselor for Warren Hospital for 20 years, and had served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. Born Dec. 19, 1945 in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late George and Dolores (McCartney) Flora.

He was of the Catholic faith and a member of the Disabled American Veterans.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by four daughters, Marlena Keller of Nazareth, Michele Flora of Allentown, Melissa Williams and Megan Garcia, both of Lower Nazareth Twsp.; 13 grandchildren; two sisters, Dolores Montanez of Philadelphia and Margaret Scully of Franklinville, N.J. Preceding him in death was a brother, George Flora.

Services were held on Saturday morning in the Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Family Church.

Memorial donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Rd., Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256.

Lisa E. Haidle

Dec. 24, 1956 – Dec. 2, 2012 Lisa Elaine Haidle, 46, of Bath, died on Sunday, Dec. 2 at home.

She worked as a graphic artist for 27 years at McTish, Kunkel & Associates, Inc., Allentown.

Born Dec. 2, 1956 in Fountain Hill, she was a daughter of Allen J. and Martha A.

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Lisa was a faithful member of Nazareth Moravian Church, Nazareth.

Surviving in addition to her parents are two sisters, Cathy Berger and Kimberly Haidle; a brother, Gary A. Haidle; nieces Emily, Sadie, Ashlie, Bekka Mae, Madisyn, and Sydney; nephews Jacob, Conner, and Nicholas, and her true friends Holly, Rob, Debbie and Linda.

A celebration of her life will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 8 in Nazareth Moravian Church, 4 S. Main St., Nazareth. A private burial will be held at the Nazareth Moravian Cemetery. Arrangements have been made by the Bartholomew Funeral Home, Bath.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Nazareth Moravian Church, 18064.

Dorothy M. (Faustner) Kay

Jan. 17, 1942 – Dec. 1, 2012 Dorothy M. (Faustner) Kay of Brigantine, N.J., died Saturday, Dec. 1. She was the wife of Jim Kay. After graduating from Northampton High School, she worked at GAC in Allentown. Prior to moving to Brigantine, Jim and Dottie lived in New York, Paris, Houston and Philadelphia.

Born Jan. 17, 1942 in New York City, she was a daughter of the late Rudolph and Paula Faustner.

Dottie enjoyed collecting ceramic, gold and crystal frogs, and trips to Las Vegas with her sisters and husband.

She also enjoyed traveling and life at the New Jersey shore.

Besides her husband, she is survived by sisters Deborah Mast of Royersford, Pa., Carol Donovan of Bethlehem, and Lillian Brearman of Walnutport; brothers Robert Faustner of Catasauqua and Rudolph Faustner of Moore Twsp.; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

A prayer service was held this (Thursday) morning in the Reichel Funeral Home Northampton, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, Bath. Burial was in the Sacred Heart Parish Cemetery, Bath.

Her family requests that consideration be given for a donation to The Parkinson Council, 111 Presidential Blvd., Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004.

Frank Kumernitsky

Frank Kumernitsky, 86, of Danielsville died We d n e s day, Nov. 21, 2012 in Lehigh Valley HospitalMuhlenberg, Bethlehem. He was the husband of Nancy Lee (Schisler) Kumernitsky.

Born in Hokendauqua, he was a son of the late Frank and Julia (Ferkovitch) Kumernitsky.

He served his country as a Master Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force during World War II from 1944 until the end of the war. He was then in active

Air Force Reserves until 1966, recalled during the Korean Conflict and the Cuban Missile Crisis.

After World War II, Frank started in construction, eventually becoming Project Manager/Construction Supervisor.

During his career he was responsible for putting up more than 1,600 homes throughout northeast Pennsylvania via housing developments and single family on-your-lot custom homes for various home construction companies.

Before his retirement in 1995, he built strip malls, townhouses, apartment complexes and single family homes in northern New Jersey. He was an airplane and motorcycle enthusiast and race car fan throughout his life.

Upon retiring, he and his wife traveled the U.S., visiting family and touring many Air Force museums and NASCAR race tracks.

He was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Moorestown; Eckley E. Patch Post #470, American Legion, Bath; and Whitehall VFW Post #7293. He was also a member of the Air Transport Command Association.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by five children, Wayne L.“Chip” of Bath, Kathryn L. Grube of Bath, Donna L. Sheridan of San Antonio, TX, Jean L. of Danielsville, Frank L. of Danielsville; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two sisters and a brother, Mrs. Julia Biondo of Valley Stream, N.Y., Mary Fritzinger of Whitehall, Anthony Kumernitsky of Whitehall, and many nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death were two brothers, John and Michael, and two sisters, Katherine and Anna, and one great-granddaughter.

Calling hours will be on Thursday (today), 7-8:30 p.m., and Friday, 10-11 a.m. at the Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton. Services will be on Friday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home, followed by interment with military honors at Fairview Cemetery, Northampton.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Frank’s name to the Holy Cross Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, c/o the funeral home.

www.HomeNewsPA.com (Finkbeiner) Lugg of Moore Township and the late Walter Lugg.

He was a member of St. Peter’s U.C.C. Church, Tatamy.

In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by a daughter, Cory K. Lugg, of Brooklyn, N.Y.; a brother, Tom Lugg, of Delaware; two sisters, Pat Stump of Nuangola, Pa., and Cathy Finnigan of Bethlehem; and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service in celebration of Bob’s life was held on Saturday in St. Peter’s U.C.C. Church, Tatamy.

Interment will be private.

Arrangements were by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown.

Memorial donations may be made to the Alpha-1 Association, 2937 SW 27th Ave., Suite 106, Miami, FL 33133.

Rebecca Lee Messner

Oct. 11, 1982- Nov. 30, 2012 Rebecca Lee Messner, 30, of C o p l a y p a s s e d away Friday, November 30.

Born October 11, 1982 in Allentown she was the daughter of Annette and Bruce Messner Sr. Becky was employed at Aps for the last 5 years.

Rebecca is survived by her parents, and a brother Bruce Messner, all of Allentown, grandmother Shirley Hower of Coplay, two uncles Mike and Arnold Hower, extended family and friends.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, December 9 at 4 p.m. in Faith Reformed Church of Christ, 4394 W. Mountain View Drive, Walnutport. There will be no calling hours.

Margaret Murante

Sept. 7, 1922 ¬– Nov. 30, 2012 Margaret Murante, 90, of Bath died on Friday, Nov. 30 at home. She was the wife of the late Vincent J. Murante, who died in 1990.

Born Sept. 7, 1922 in Nazareth, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Rose (Senneca) Gilio.

She was a member of the Robert W. Lugg Sacred Heart Catholic Church July 22, 1954 – Nov. 24, 2012 in Bath.

Surviving are four daughRobert W. Lugg, 58, of Continued on page 15 Moore Township, formerly of Tatamy, died Saturday, Nov. 24 in the VNA Hospice House

of St. Luke’s in Lower Saucon Township. He was the husband of Karen L. (Altemose) Lugg.

A 1974 graduate of Pen Argyl High School, he earned an Associate in Applied Science at Northampton Community College as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Millersville University. Bob served as a BMPT at the Hunterdon Developmental Center in Clinton, N.J. for 25 years before retiring in 2003.

Born July 22, 1954 in Pen Argyl, he was a son of Velma

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ters, Sandra Heckman, Donna Collier, Roseann Murante and Karen Murante, all of Bath; a son, Vincent Murante, Jr., of Hellertown; and two sisters, Angie Falcone and Rose Bocich, of Nazareth; two grandchildren and 18 greatgrandchildren.

She was pre-deceased by a son, Ralph Murante; a grandson, Jason Collier; granddaughter, Sandy Murante; sisters, Mary DeLuca and Minnie Fratipietro, and brothers Dominic, Frank, Jerry, Albert, Michael and Clement Gilio.

Services were held on Tuesday morning in the Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, followed by burial in Holy Family Cemetery, Nazareth.

Donations may be made to the Alzheimers Association, c/o the funeral home at 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, PA 18064.

John Serencsics

Feb. 1, 1925 – Nov. 30, 2012 John Serencsics, 87, of Moore Township died on Friday, Nov. 30 at Country Meadows V, Bethlehem Township. He was the husband of Emma (Faustner) Serencsics.

He served in the U.S. Marin Corps during World War II. Farming was John’s life, as he was a life-long farmer and farmed extensively in Moore and Lower Nazareth Townships.

Born on Feb. 1, 1925 in Bath, he was a son of the late Peter and Rose (Zwetisch) Serencsics.

He was a member of the Eckley E. Patch Post #470, American Legion and the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, both in Bath.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a nephew, Robert J. Scobo, of Hellertown, and great-nieces and great-nephews.

Preceding him in death were his sister, Rose T. Scobo, in 2006 and a nephew, Charles Scobo.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Wednesday in the Sacred Heart Church, followed by interment with military honors in the Sacred Heart Parish Cemetery, Bath.

Arrangements were by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown.

Sherwood H. Shook, Sr.

March 5, 1938 – Nov. 12, 2012 Sherwood H. “Woody” Shook, Sr., 74, of Wind Gap, formerly of point Phillips, died Saturday, Nov. 12 at home. He was the husband of Wanda K. (Klump) Shook.

Prior to retiring in 2000, he was employed at the American Candle in Wind Gap. Previously, he was employed at Suprador, now GAF, and Ingersoll-Rand Co., Phillipsburg, N.J., for many years, where he was a forklift operator.

Born March 5, 1938 in Bushkill Township, he was a son of the late Paul, Sr. and Anna (Schaeffer) Shook.

He loved to work on old

cars and showed off his 1954 Ford pick-up truck at local car shows and cruise nights.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Sherwood Shook, Jr., of Reading; a daughter, Tina Wright, of Bath; a step-son, Joseph L. Toth, of Wind Gap; 10 grandchildren; a brother, Paul Shook, Jr., of Kunkletown; a sister, Nellie Nottle, of Saylorsburg; former wife, Shirley (Buskirk) Shook, of Point Phillips; and nieces and nephews.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Margaret Joann Smith

July 27, 1928 – Dec. 3, 2012 Margaret Joann Smith, 84, of Bath, formerly of Levittown, PA passed away on Monday, December 3. Margaret was the wife of the late Robert A. Smith, who died in 1990.

She worked as an executive secretary at Nichols Swim Pools Co. Bristol, PA., until retiring.

Born on July 27, 1928, in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Herbert F. and Nell (Baker) Sixtus.

She is survived by her daughter, Sharon S. Berg, of Bath; a grandson and granddaughter; three great grandchildren.

Margaret was preceded in death by a sister Elaine Hunt.

A memorial service will be held at 11a.m., Saturday, December 8, in St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church 206 E. Main St. Bath. There will be no calling hours. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Bartholomew Funeral Home, Bath.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Margaret’s memory may be made to St John’s Lutheran Church.

Gage Michael Sramek

Oct. 6, 2008 – Dec. 2, 2012 Gage Michael Sramek, 4, of Northampton died on Sunday, Dec. 2, 2012 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, Bethlehem.

Born Oct. 6, 2008, he was a son of Scott M. Sramek, with whom he resided, and Rachel (Siegfried) Sramek of Tunkhannock.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by a brother, Damon Sramek; maternal grandparents, Wendy (Atkins) Luecke of Tunkhannock and Jason Siegfried and wife Kathi of East Bangor; paternal grandparents, Christopher Sramek of Bridgewater, N.J. and Robin (VanArsdale) Wilson and her husband James of Moore Township; maternal great-grandparents Richard and Dolores Atkins of Nazareth, Robert Siegfried and wife Virginia of Wilson Borough, and Audrey Siegfried of Bangor; paternal greatgrandfather Charles VanArsdale of Bridgewater, N.J.; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Services will be private.

Arrangements are by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown.

his wife, he is survived by stepDecember 6-12, 2012 15 daughters Sandra Ornosky and Judith Krajcir, both of Cedar Hill Memorial Park, AlBeech Island, S.C., Carol Sura- lentown. nofsky of Seemsville, Susan Donations may be made to Miller and Beverly Miller, both the American Cancer Society. of Coplay; a step-son, Thomas Minnich, of Northampton; 14 step-grandchildren, 24 stepgreat-grandchildren, and eight step-great-great-grandchilA holiday party with gooddren; and several nieces and ies galore – the tasty type – nephews. will be the Senior Pathways Preceding him in death was program 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, his first wife, Julia (Keglovits) December 18 in Kortz Hall Unger, in 1972. of Moravian Hall Square, 175 Funeral services were held W. North St., Nazareth. The on Monday afternoon in Moravian Hall Square chefs the Reichel Funeral Home, will be baking up some unNorthampton, followed by usual holiday treats and supburial with military honors in plying their recipes.

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Sept. 14, 1919 – Nov. 19, 2012 Andrew Unger, 93, of Bath died Monday, Nov. 19 at home. He was the husband of Grace (Moll) Unger.

He was a welder at the Fuller Co. for 33 years. Having served in the U.S. Army during World War II, he was a member of Eckley E. Patch Post #470, American Legion, Bath. He was honored in 1947 for eight consecutive wins as a pitcher for the Valley View minor league baseball team.

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CARD OF THANKS My heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all who sent cards of sympathy and who offered their condolences at the passing of my brother, Bob, and the sudden death of my nephew Scott. In times like these with great sorrow, it is comforting to have friends who acknowledge the grief we are feeling. We also appreciate the gift of a fruit tree and the money, the latter of which will go to Scott’s wife, Becky, and their six children. We add with thanks to our Lord that 7-yearold Audrey’s condition has improved from the accident, and we pray that she may be on the road to a full recovery.

Again, our sincere thanks.

Bill Halbfoerster, Jr. & Family (12/6)

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GEMINI--May 21 to June 20--A long awaited wish comes true for you. You can now move ahead at a faster pace. Keep yourself in good physical condition.

CANCER--June 21 to July 22--Joint efforts, which recently seemed to lag, now begin to pay off. You will find greater happiness when you learn to conform.

LEO--July 23 to Aug. 22--Spend the weekend at home rather than with haggling relatives. Gardening or activities involving home improvement prove to be fun.

VIRGO--Aug. 23 to Sep. 22--Weigh your words carefully. There are those who are willing to create an embarrassing situation by misquoting you. Avoid any impulsive action.

LIBRA--Sept. 23 to Oct. 22--Put together a smart wardrobe. Begin with a basic color; determine which styles look best on you.

SCORPIO--Oct. 23 to Nov. 22--When dealing with children you know when to draw the line.

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ARIES--March 21 to April 20--Expect some relief from pressures. A chance meeting socially turns out to give you a boost in your profession or business.

TAURUS--April 21 to May 20--Visitors, probably relatives, can be expected this week. Welcome the change in your routine. Plan something special for food and entertainment.

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The Fair Housing Act prohibits housing discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability. It is illegal to deny housing to families with children under 18 years of age unless the housing qualifies as "housing for older persons."

ESTATE NOTICE Doris M. Starner The Estate of Doris M. Starner, deceased, of the Township of Plainfield, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the above Estate were granted to Susan L. Eberly, Executrix, and Sandra J. Farnack, Executrix, on November 13, 2012. All persons indebted to the Estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claim or demand are to present the same without delay to Susan L. Eberly and Sandra J. Farnack, in care of GREGORY R. REED, Attorney-at-Law, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299, Nazareth, PA 18064-0299.

(11/29-12/13) ESTATE NOTICE BEATRICE J. SANTEE Estate of BEATRICE J. SANTEE, late of the Borough of Northampton, County of Northampton, Pennsylvania.

Letters Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the decedent to make known the same, and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payable without delay to: Dorene A. Santee Denise A. Santee ICO 535 Elm Street Emmaus, PA 18049-2333 or to their Attorney John L. Obrecht, Esquire 1731 Main Street Northampton, PA 180671544 (11/29-12/13) ESTATE NOTICE Marion V. Todora The Estate of Marion V. Todora, deceased, of the Township of Bushkill, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the above Estate were granted to Tina M. Obrecht, Executrix, on November 28, 2012. All persons indebted to the Estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claim or demand are to present the same without delay to Tina M. Obrecht, in care of GREGORY R. REED, Attorney-at-Law, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299, Nazareth, PA 18064-0299.

(12/6-12/20)

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BATH BOROUGH AUTHORITY WORKSHOP MEETING The Bath Borough Authority Board will have a workshop meeting on Wednesday December 12, 2012 at 6:30pm.

The meeting will be held at the Authority Office located at 160 Mill Street. The purpose is to discuss the Bath Borough Authority 2013 Budget. Please call our office at 610-837-0652 with questions. George Gasper, Chairman (11/29- 12/6) BATH BOROUGH AUTHORITY PUBLIC MEETING CHANGE The December Bath Borough Authority Board Meeting will be held on Wednesday December 19, 2012 at 6:00pm. The meeting will be held at the Bath Borough Hall, 215 E. Main Street, Bath. Please call the office, 610837-0652 with questions.

George Gasper, Chairman (11/29 – 12/6) BOROUGH OF NORTHAMPTON EXECUTIVE MEETING Notice is hereby given that Northampton Borough Council will meet in an executive session on Thursday, December 6, 2012, at 6:45 P.M. in Council Chambers. The purpose of this executive session is to discuss pending legal matters.

Gene Zarayko Borough Manager (12/6) NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC MEETING DECEMBER 12, 2012 The Northampton Borough Planning Commission will hold its public meeting on Wednesday, December 12, 2012, starting at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, to review the following: 1. Northampton Area School District, 2014 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, for the property located at Smith Lane and Stadium Drive, Northampton, Pennsylvania.

The property is identified on Tax Map Nos. L4-12-6A-2, L412-6A, L4-12-6A-1 and L4-12-6 and all are located in the R-1 Residential District.

The plan is presented for Final Plan Review. The Northampton Area School District would like to erect a new Middle School on this site.

All interested parties are invited to attend. A representative or the applicant must attend.

Gene Zarayko Borough Manager.

(11/29-12/6)

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING EAST ALLEN TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Please take notice that the Board of Supervisors of East Allen Township will hold a meeting on Wednesday, December 12, 2012, at 7:30 p.m. at the East Allen Township Municipal Building at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton, Pennsylvania.

Included among the items to be voted upon, will be the appointment of a certified public accountant or a firm of certified public accountants to conduct the annual independent audit, as a substitute for the elected auditors, pursuant to 53 P.S. §65917, and such other business as is properly brought before the Board.

Leeson, Leeson & Leeson, Attorneys At Law Solicitor for East Allen Township 70 East Broad Street P.O. Box 1426 Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18016-1426 (12/6) BOROUGH OF NAZARETH LEGAL NOTICE SPECIAL MEETING TO NAME A COUNCILPERSON The Borough of Nazareth will hold a Special Meeting at 7:45 p.m. on Thursday, December 6, 2012. The purpose of this meeting is to name a new Councilperson from the Borough’s first ward. The meeting will be held at Council Chambers, 159 West Center Street.

Daniel Chiavaroli President Borough of Nazareth (12/6) PUBLIC NOTICE Moore Township Board of Supervisors will conduct their annual Re-Organization Meeting on Monday, January 7, 2013, 7:00 PM, at which time the Board will appoint individuals to various Township Boards, Commissions, Councils, and Offices for the 2013 year and beyond. The following represents a comprehensive listing of those positions to be filled: Moore Township residency NOT required . . . paid position ZONING OFFICER – One (1) person – one (1) year term.

ASSISTANT ZONING OFFICER – One (1) person – one (1) year term.

CERTIFIED SEWAGE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER – One (1) person – one (1) year term.

CERTIFIED ALTERNATE SEWAGE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER – One (1) person – one (1) year term.

Individual or Firm . . . paid position SOLICITOR – One (1) person or firm – one (1) year term.

ENGINEER – One (1) person or firm – one (1) year term.

Moore Township residency required . . . (** paid per meeting) **ZONING HEARING BOARD – One (1) person – five (5) year term.. **PLANNING COMMISSION – Two (2) persons – four (4) year term.

One (1) person -- two (2) year term.

RECREATION COMMISSION – One (1) person – five (5) year term.

One (1) person - one (1) year term.

PARK COMMISSION – One (1) person – five (5) year term.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMMITTEE – Three (3) persons – one (1) year term.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL

Interested persons may apply by telephone, fax, and a follow up letter stating qualifications and/or any other pertinent information. Letters should be mailed to The Moore Township Board of Supervisors, 2491 Community Drive, Bath, PA 18014. Telephone 610759-9449 - fax 610-759-9448.

The Moore Township Board of Supervisors (12/6)

- Two (2) persons – Four (4) year terms.

- Two (2) persons -- Two (2) year terms.

LAND PRESERVATION BOARD – Two (2) persons – Two (2) year terms.

VACANCY BOARD – One (1) person – one (1) year term.

EMERGERNCY MANAGEMENT COORDINATIOR - PartTime One (1) Person - One (1) year term

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ESTATE NOTICE Joanne S. Young The Estate of Joanne S. Young, deceased, of the City of Bethlehem, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the above Estate were granted to Brenda Lee Oswald, Executrix, on November 5, 2012. All persons indebted to the Estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claim or demand are to present the same without delay to Brenda Lee Oswald, in care of GREGORY R. REED, Attorney-at-Law, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299, Nazareth, PA 18064-0299.

(11/22-12/6)

ESTATE NOTICE Teresa A. Walakovitz Estate of Teresa A. Walakovitz, late of the Borough of Coplay, County of Lehigh, PA. Letters Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same, and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payments without delay to: Robert Walakovitz, Executor, c/o his attorney, FRANK M. SKRAPITS, Esquire, Affiliated with Steckel and Stopp, 2152 Main Street, Northampton, PA 18067-1211.

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gether.” She then blessed the tree, which she said survived Hurricane Sandy. The lights were turned on by Lion Dellie Iasiello and Lioness Ann Andreas.

Officer Cavallo of the Moore Twsp. Police had remarks and wished everyone a Merry Christmas from the police.

Carols were sung and Santa Claus arrived on a Klecknersville Rangers fire truck and handed out candy canes.

Then, as the program ended, everyone went into the corner store for coffee, hot chocolate and cookies.

ing Point of the Lehigh Valley, a shelter for abused women and children.

A book titled “The Wedding Dress: 300 years of Bridal Fashions” has been donated to the Memorial Library of Nazareth and Vicinity in memory of Lucille Sloggett, a long time member of the club. Lucille was employed for many years in the bridal de-

December 6-12, 2012 19 partment of Bridals by Sandra in Nazareth.

Marian Smith and June Waha, both Past Presidents of the club, have been recognized by the General Federation of Women’s Clubs in Washington D.C. for 50 years of volunteer service to the Federation and the Nazareth community.

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Council and the public works department.

State Representative Marcia Hahn paid tribute to the 275th Anniversary, the Bath Business & Community Partnership, the borough and its residents. She said, “It’s good that we celebrate this year, the town coming together,” and she asked that people support the local food bank.

The Sacred Heart Children’s Choir sang “Go Tell It on the Mountain” and “Away in a Manger” directed by Beth Beers.

Members of Borough Council were present for the tree lighting; they were introduced by Council President Fields; John Kearns, Katherine Roberts, Carol Heckman, Mike Reph, and Jennifer George.

Msgr. Francis Nave of the Sacred Heart Church blessed the tree just before the lights were turned on.

As the crowd counted down from 10 to 1, the lights were turned on by Lou Negrelli of the borough road department. Candles donated by Mr. & Mrs. Carl Rehrig were lit by everyone and “Silent Night” was sung.

Fields thanked Ray Fogel for the sound system; Mayor & Mrs. Wunderler for refreshments; the Rehrig’s for candles; Bath Lions for decorating the tree; George Ahart for donating candy canes, Rev. Wetzel, Monsignor Nave, Beth Beers & Sacred Heart Children’s Choir, Tom Petrucci and Borough Council, Borough Public Works, Mr. And Mrs. Beil, the BBCP, and Santa, among others for making the program a success.

Santa then had all the children pose for pictures as he handed them a candy cane. Anyone who had their child’s photo taken with Santa can stop by Masone’s Picture Perfect inside Masone’s Sunny Days Tanning on West Main Street with the card they were given at the tree lighting for a free copy of their photo.

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enant U.M. Church to give the invocation.

Lioness Lois Iasiello told the crowd of men, women and children that their club has been going for 25 years,

and is one of thousands of clubs that serve around the world. Lions have 1.35-million members and the organization was founded in 1917

by Melvin Jones. She said they are dedicated to serve by collecting food, doing eye tests, reading, working with the Center for Vision Loss, Beacon Lodge, Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley, Meals on Wheels, the ball park and other projects that help in the community.

Pastor Keller in a prayer thanked the Lions and Lionesses, the firefighters and police, along with the Lattemann’s Corner Store.

“Keep Christ in our hearts,” she said. “It is because of Him that we gather here to-

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The GFWC PA Nazareth Woman’s Club will hold its annual holiday guest night and Covered Dish Supper on Tuesday, December 11 at 6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Nazareth. Festive holiday music will be provided by George Brendahl of Nazareth who will sing traditional and contemporary songs of the season.

Hostesses for the supper are Adrienne Beck and Marilyn Snuggs, co-chairmen, Catherine Butz, Linda Crook and Annette Mikol.

The club is once again providing a bit of holiday cheer to all the residents of Gracedale. Club members are donating holiday cards to be sent to each resident as well as wall calendars for 2013.

Packets of cards with postage stamps will be given to residents who wish to send their own greetings to others. Members serving on this project are Joanne Ressler, chairman, Barbara Encababian, Miriam Forney, Susan Krein, Jo Ann Kelly, Christine Muscler and Marilyn Snuggs. The club will also provide financial aid to Turn-

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on page 25 Two women conspire to Burglarize Bath man’s home

Samantha of Fourth St., Lee Allen, 21, She allegedly Bethlehem been charged has nie had Stephaby police with Jenkins burglarize conspiracy pass to breakof criminal tres- ther’s home because her fashe was into a structure, upset with him. conspiracy Ms. spiracy of of burglary, con- took $2,600 in cash Jenkins and old taking of theft by unlawful coins from Allen’s safe, movable property said. police and receiving Ms. Allen The chargesstolen property. unsecured is free on $7,500 stem from burglary at a conditions bail. Her release the home father, Michael of her supervision include pre-trial Allen Sr. the 200 block and random in drug on Nov. 11. of Race St., Bath, testing and alcohol screening.

No charges as yet for Ms.have been listed Jenkins.

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Police Blotter Teen Dies in Late Night Crash

Jackie Birk, 19, of Bath died early Tuesday morning in Moore Township in a car crash. The vehicle driven by Birk hit a tree, according to the Northampton County Communication Center around 12:45 am. The accident occurred on Moorestown Road (Route 512) near Southmoore Gulf Course. There were no passengers in the vehicle. The accident was under investigation early Tuesday afternoon.

Colonial Regional Pair Get Into Fight

On Nov. 13 at 2:57 p.m., CRPD responded to Primal Health Care on Sheldon Circle (Hanover Twsp.) for a fight. Nathaniel Medina, 25, of W. Linden St., Allentown and Ethan Marti, 37 of Fairview St., Allentown were temporary employees and got into a verbal argument. Medina punched Martin in the head and then Martin took Medina to the ground and hit him several times with his forearm and stuck his hand into Medina’s mouth. Both were issued non-traffic citations for harassment and terminated by Primal Health Care.

D.U.I. Hit and Run

Robert R. Davies, 52, of 1155 Sunset View Dr., Beth-

lehem, was driving west in the 700 block of Yorkshire Rd. when his 2004 Subaru drifted over to the right and struck a parked 2007 Infiniti owned by Emily Vasquez of Armstrong Rd., Bethlehem, and fled the scene. A short time later, police located the offending vehicle and person. EMS was dispatched to check out a head injury that Davies had, but he refused medical treatment from the Hanover Twsp.

Ambulance Corps. Police took Davies to Muhlenberg Hospital for the head injury and to have a blood alcohol test done. Davies refused. Police charged him with D.U.I., driving under suspension, accident involving unattended vehicle, and careless driving. A summons will be sent by District Judge James Narlesky.

Two D.U.I. Incidents

On Oct. 12 at 5:35 p.m., CRPD was dispatched to Brown-Daub Chevrolet, 819 Nazareth Pike, for an unconscious male. Police found Raymond L. Yankovich, 46, of 4 Parkview Ct., Bath behind the wheel of his 1993 Chevrolet Silverado truck with front-end damage. Witnesses said they saw the truck rolling through the lot at a low speed and strike a large trash dumpster and Yankovich became unresponsive. Officers

checked him and found he wasn’t hurt, and sleeping behind the wheel. They also detected alcohol. He was arrested for D.U.I. and a blood count showed it to be .29%.

He has been charged with D.U.I. On Nov. 12, a CRPD officer was going north on Bath Pike approaching the intersection of Rt. 22. He had a green signal and a vehicle exiting the ramp was stopped at a red light. The car, a BMW coupe, made a left turn facing the red light and cut the officer off. He stopped the car for the traffic infraction and discovered the driver, Jarrett C. Sandiford, 25, of 4 Center Square, Easton, was under the influence of alcohol. He had a BAC of .22%.

Sandiford was charged with D.U.I. and summary traffic offenses.

Woman Has Drugs

On Nov. 20 at 11:30 p.m., a CRPD officer on patrol was in the area of Stoke Park Rd. & Lord Byron Drive. He approached the intersection and saw a car traveling east on Stoke Park Rd., approach the stop sign at a very high rate of speed. The car continued through the intersection, failing to stop. The officer followed the car, as it continued speeding, traveling 75 MPH in a 35 MPH zone. He stopped the car and found drug paraphernalia.

The car was driven by Laura Montalvo, 24, of 1328 Adams St., Northampton. Searching the car, the officer found additional drug paraphernalia and a small amount of marijuana. She has been charged with possession of a small amount of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, and several summary traffic offenses.

Lehigh Twsp

Police Ask for Help With Home Invasion

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Lehigh Township Police are investigating a home invasion that occurred in the 4800 block of S. Cypress Dr. on Tuesday, Oct. 16 around 4 p.m. Police responded with Northampton Regional EMS for the report of an assault.

The victim, Scott Beck, was taken to Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. He was discharged from the hospital on Oct. 17.

Lehigh Township Police arrested Keegan Golomb, 20, of Northampton, and he was sent to Northampton County Prison on $100,000 straight bail.

Police are still looking for Christopher Gross, 21, and Jason Gambal, 22, both of Northampton. If anyone has information on the whereabouts of those two men, please contact 610-317-0808.

Thanksgiving Patrols Checked Driver Violations

This Thanksgiving, Lehigh Township’s Regional DUI Enforcement Program joined a statewide effort looking for motorists who drive under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, traffic violations, and that includes not buckling up.

Police Chief Scott Fogel said, “We’re enforcing the state seat belt law and DUI laws 24/7. No matter what time of day, if you are stopped and cited for DUI, a traffic violation, and you’re not wearing your seat belt, you will receive a second citation. Seat belts are the law in Pennsylvania. Click it or Ticket –– two tickets, two fines.”

Moore Twsp.

Man Arrested for Local Burglaries

A Bethlehem man has been arrested and charged with burglaries that occurred in

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Randy Bryner, 48, was charged by Moore Township Police with burglary, attempted burglary, criminal trespass, loitering and prowling, and possession of an instrument of crime. He has been committed to Northampton County Prison under $75,000 bail.

Two of the homes that were burglarized in August were at 2930 Valley View Rd. and 2934 Valley View Rd. After a burglar alarm had been sounded, police stopped Bryner’s vehicle and inside it police found a backpack, pillowcase, screwdriver, and pry bar. Investigation showed that a basement window at 2930 had been forced open, with pry marks showing on the window frames.

Bryner reportedly told police that he sold many of the items that had been taken to pawn shops or on the street because he needed money.

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