Happy Independence Day!
Cody’s Eats & Sweets Opens in Nazareth
Submitted by LISA BORICK
Surrounded by family, friends and enthusiastic fans, Cody Dally cut the ribbon on his storefront, Cody's Eats & Sweets, on Thursday, June 28.
On hand to offer words of encouragement were Nazareth Mayor Lance Colondo and Nazareth Downtown Manager Lisa Borick.
shared champagne with guests.
Dally graciously thanked his family and the community for their support, cut the ribbon and
Dally, a graduate of Nazareth Area High School and Northampton Community College Culinary Arts program, has
Waste site appeals zoning Violation; residents urged to Speak out at hearing
By KERI LINDENMUTH
An Allen Township waste disposal site is appealing its notice of zoning violation, and residents who feel impacted are being urged to testify about the business’s negative effects in an up-
coming Zoning Hearing Board meeting, Township Solicitor Lincoln Treadwell announced during the June 24 Board of Supervisors meeting.
Allen Township issued a zoning violation in May against Ameri-
can Disposal on Willowbrook Road after dozens of residents complained of noises, smells, litter and rodents coming from the property. The township has ar-
A while back, I received some interesting historical information from Mr. Blaine Hoffmeister, a Bath resident who was a fine student of this writer at Northampton High School, graduating in 1970. He still remembers his old teacher from over 40 years ago. Of special interest was information on the former Penn Dixie Cement Company. This company provided gainful employment for thousands of residents. The company traced its roots back to 1926. In that year the Pennsylvania Cement Plant, which dates to 1900, merged with the Dixie
Portland Cement Company of Chattanooga, Tennessee. The company included the Penn Allen Cement Company of Upper Nazareth. The new company operated three plants: Penn Dixie No. 4 in Nazareth, Plant
Penn Dixie No. 4 in Nazareth; contributed photo
Cody Dally cuts the ribbon.
Lehigh Township Supervisors revisit Topic of recreation consultant
By LAURA KLOTZ
During their June 25 meeting, the Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors revisited the topic of hiring a recreation consultant. Board member Cynthia Miller has revised the request for proposal, as discussed at the previous meeting, and sent the new copy to the Pa. Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. The board authorized Township Manager Alice Rehrig to submit the revised document to a website where it can be seen by consulting applicants across the country.
Rehrig reported the playground at Indian Trail Park is set to begin construction in the first week of July. Supervisors gave their approval for this, conditional to insurance coverage being in place.
Rehrig is collecting articles for
the township’s autumn newsletter and provided a proposed draft of an article concerning the possible land preservation project. It was decided that the board needs to be in agreement about the wording of this article in particular, and they will have one week in which they can each submit their suggested changes. The article will also include the date(s) on which the public is invited to come and ask questions about the project. The newsletter is scheduled for delivery in September. It was asked whether it will be possible to include a referendum on the land preservation project on the ballot in November. The explanation given was that there are a number of steps which must be taken before a formal referendum can be put on the ballot, and it is unlikely that there will
be enough time to complete all of these in time.
Township Solicitor David Backenstoe promised to review the situation and confirm whether or not it can be done. He will notify the board members of his findings as soon as possible.
Three of the township’s police officers have taken the Police Sergeant Exam, and one has earned a passing score. The township will be moving forward with panel interviews for the officer in question.
Applications for the position of zoning officer will continue to be accepted until July 3.
At the previous meeting, township residents were advised of a decommissioning bill in the Pennsylvania Senate which would remove the authority for decommissioning solar facilities from
municipalities and give it to the state. Miller informed those in attendance that the bill has passed the Senate and gone to the House of Representatives. It was suggested that when Senator Nick Miller comes to visit, he should be asked about it.
In other news, a township resident who lives on Riverview Drive brought a complaint to the board about incidents of trespassing on his property during the Blue Mountain fire. The gentleman said the police told him that they would not enforce the issue unless he marked the borders of his property with either purple paint or purple "No Trespassing" signs. Miller explained that this requirement comes from state law, not local law enforcement.
The resident also alleged that the police do not enforce traffic
laws at the junction of routes 145 and 248, where he has encountered a number of issues with dump trucks and tractor trailers. The board advised him to get the name of the officer who declined to help him and file an official complaint.
Board member Janet Sheats promised to look up who the responding officers were on the date in question and to personally contact the resident about her findings.
The board then adjourned for an executive session at Rehrig’s request. They did not anticipate making any decisions.
The next Board of Supervisors meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8 in the municipal building, located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport.
Submitted by JESSICA BERGER
Northampton County is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher Zieger as sheriff. Zieger brings over three decades of dedicated service to the County, including 30 years within the Northampton County Sheriff's Department.
Zieger has built a distinguished career in the field of law enforcement and security. He most recently served as chief deputy sheriff, where he was second-in-command, managing the department’s daily operations and stepping in during the sheriff’s absence. Throughout his tenure, he has overseen the Protective Services Division, led the department’s Crisis Negotiation Team, and coordinated planning for high-profile trials at multiple court levels.
A graduate of Muhlenberg College and the Pennsylvania
Deputy Sheriff’s Academy, Zieger has continued his professional development through certifications and training provided by the U.S. Marshals Service, the FBI and numerous state and local agencies.
“Sheriff Zieger’s extensive experience, deep institutional knowledge, and strong leadership make him exceptionally well-suited for this role,” said Northampton County Executive Lamont G. McClure. “He has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to public service, and we are confident he will continue to lead the Sheriff’s Department with professionalism, integrity, and dedication to the safety of our residents.”
Zieger officially assumed the role of sheriff following the retirement of his predecessor. His appointment ensures a seamless transition of leadership within the department.
Christopher Zieger has dedicated over three decades of service to Northampton County.
After investigation, 38-year-old Christy Cummings was taken into police custody for suspicion of DUI. Charges are pending.
On May 27 at 9:24 p.m., officers from Colonial Regional Police Dept. conducted a traffic stop on Route 512 near Jaindl Boulevard on a white Ford Fusion. During the traffic stop, the driver, identified as 31-year-old Bryana Rosario, of Bath, was found to be in possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Criminal charges to be filed with Magisterial District Judge Zumas’ office.
Retail theft
On June 24 at 9:45 p.m., CRPD was dispatched to Walmart in Lower Nazareth Township for a retail theft in progress. Asset Protection for Walmart relayed they had witnessed 43-year-old Vicky Herrera, of Easton, select various merchandise and place the items in his cart. The defendant then walked out of the store, passing all points of sale without rendering payment. The total amount taken was $915.36. Charges for retail theft are filed through Judge Capobianco’s office.
Motor vehicle crash/ suspicion of DUI
On June 22, CRPD was dispatched to the area of Jacksonville Road and Stoke Park Road for a motor vehicle crash, involving one vehicle versus a fire hydrant.
No. 5, the Penn Allen, and Plant No. 6, Pennsylvania Cement, Bath. Some of the buildings remain today. One of the most notable is the “White House;” the former Penn Dixie office in Bath is an office for Heidelberg Materials.
To bring an old cement company back to life, I interviewed some former employees of the company. Our readers might recognize some of these names from the past. In 2002, I was fortunate to meet with former employees from Bath. Mr. Raymond Houser was a 50-year veteran of the company. His daughter, Margie Rehrig, was a friend of this writer and was also well known in the Bath area. Mrs. Rehrig was very involved in community activities, from the Bath Museum to the food bank.
Another veteran employee was Mr. George Maureka. His son, also named George, was a stellar student at Northampton High School. Sadly, George’s father, and Mr. Raymond Houser, are no longer with us. I was grateful they shared some of their memories with me.
Kathy Unger, another former
Penn Dixie employee, called me in 2001 to relate her Penn Dixie experiences. Mrs. Unger donated numerous valuable photographs and artifacts to the Atlas Cement Memorial Museum. In future columns we will share their memories of the famous company, which closed operations in 1979.
Raymond Houser’s father, William, started work as a water boy at the Pennsylvania (later Penn Dixie) plant. The company was organized in 1900 in Bath. Mr. Houser spent his youth carrying water from the company spring to hard working cement workers, who were mighty thirsty. From these humble workdays William would progress to foreman and plant superintendent during his tenure of 50 years.
Ray Houser, William’s son, attended the new Wolf building in Bath, recalling, “During the sixth grade I missed a month of school during the great flu epidemic. I studied all my spelling words and reading so I didn’t have to take the examination at the end of the year.”
While I interviewed Ray, he showed me some of his tin toys in their original boxes; they were over 80 years old at the time. “Antiques RoadShow,” where are you?!
There were no computers or TVs, so as a youth Ray was a trapper of muskrats, raccoons and skunks. On one of his trap checks, a surly skunk struck with all his vengeance.
He recalled, “My mother was very unhappy. I took a bath in vinegar and baking soda, but it didn’t help much. I went to school, but the heat brought out the odor and I was sent home.”
Join us in two weeks for more memories from a former Penn Dixie employee!
Easton Heritage Day announced With full day of history, music and Community celebration
Submitted
by JESSICA
FERRARA
Easton’s beloved Heritage Day celebration is moving to Saturday, July 12, giving residents and visitors a new date to mark on the calendar for one of the city’s most cherished annual events.
A tradition that honors Easton’s historic role in the reading of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, Heritage Day will feature a packed schedule of familyfriendly programming, historical reenactments, music, local vendors and educational experiences throughout the downtown.
Heritage Day 2025 also marks the kick-off for Lehigh Valley 250, an organization set to commemorate the nation’s 250th Anniversary in 2026 in the Lehigh Valley.
Residents and cultural tourists will reflect on this anniversary through a series of insightful and thought-provoking exhibitions, walking tours, digital offerings and performances shared by regional historical, cultural and educational institutions.
The day kicks off from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Scott Park with a special edition of the Easton Farmers Market, which will be celebrating its 273rd birthday. In addition to a full line-up of vendors, the market will host over 10 guest vendors. The Easton Area Public Library will be joining the market as a featured Community Tent, and there will be a special Art Tent activity that includes making “Birthday Bags” for local food banks and community centers led by CAW Workshops.
Join us at the Scott Park Stage at 10 a.m. for guest speaker Chief Barbara Bluejay Michalski from
the Lenape Cultural Center followed by celebratory music from Lilly Moss Acoustic Trio at 11a.m.
Around 11 a.m., the market will lead a community march — complete with fife and drum — from Scott Park to Centre Square. There, historical performances led by Chris Black will begin with a pre-show at 11:30 a.m., culminating in a dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence at noon. A symbolic flag change will follow, swapping the British flag for the Easton flag.
Beginning at 10 a.m., local museums and historical sites will open their doors to the public. Visitors can explore on their own with maps and self-guided tour itineraries. Organizers are also exploring interactive additions like an audio tour and a Historical Scavenger Hunt, where participants can collect stamps or punch cards at each site for a chance to win raffle prizes. Winners will be drawn in Centre Square around 3:30 p.m.
From 2-5 p.m., attendees are encouraged to roam downtown Easton and enjoy activations hosted by historical organizations and local businesses. Vendors will begin operating in Centre Square during this time, offering food, beverages and handmade goods through 8 p.m., reminiscent of the Great Square market.
Heritage Row, along West Northampton Street, will host additional historical and cultural organizations, providing educational and interactive exhibits for guests of all ages.
As the sun sets, Main Stage music programming will begin at 5 p.m. and run until 8:30 p.m.,
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Cherryville- Open Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 4131 Lehigh Drive, Cherryville. FMI call 610-767-2977.
Lower Nazareth- Open Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 306 Butztown Road, Bethlehem. FMI call 610-297-3464.
Nazareth- Open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 15 S. Wood St., Nazareth. FMI call 610-759-8255.
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The GETTING OUT section of The Home News is open to events that are FREE for the community to attend and participate in. If you have an event and are not sure if it qualifies for this section, call us at 610-923-0382. We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify.
Atlas Cement Company Memorial Museum- Open second and fourth Sunday through September from 1-3 p.m. at 1401 Laubach Ave., Northampton.
Bath Area Food Bank- Distributes food second Tuesday of each month, starting around 9:30 a.m. on lower level of St. John's Lutheran Church in Bath, 206 E. Main St. Please do not arrive prior to 9:30 a.m. due to safety reasons.
Bath Borough Summer Splash Nights- July 10 and Aug. 10 at Firefighters Field, Bath, from 6-7:30 p.m. All are welcome, at-your-own-risk event.
Bath Free Market- Second Saturday through September from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Keystone Park. Donate items you no longer need or find your next treasure. No large furniture or TVs accepted.
Bath Lions Club- Meets first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at My Place Pizza in Bath. Guests/new members welcome. Email lionsbathpa@ gmail.com with questions.
Bath Museum- Open third Saturday Jan-Nov. and first Saturday in Dec., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 121 S. Walnut St., Bath. Tours welcome, volunteers needed, email bathpamuseum@gmail.com or message Bath Museum on Facebook.
Bath Old Home Weekend- Thursday, Sept. 18- Sunday, Sept. 21; all events at Ciff Cowling Field. Schedule on Borough of Bath Facebook. Community Dinner at The Table- First and third Tuesdays of the month at 5:30 p.m. at 1769 Newport Ave., Northampton. All are welcome.
Dementia Support Group- Held third Thursday every month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., 2801 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem. Designed for families and caregivers of dementia patients.
East Allen Township Historical Society- Meets third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. East Allen Township Open Space and Farmland Preservation Committee- Meets third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at 5344 NorBath Blvd., Northampton. New committee members welcome.
Easton Farmers Market- Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Scott Park, Easton. Gov. Wolf Hist. Society- Tours of historic buildings, grounds and new museum on third Saturday April-Nov. from 1 to 3 p.m. 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath.
Helping Homeless Veterans- Weave mats for homeless vets every second and fourth Wednesday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prepping for weaving every first and third Wednesday noon to 3 p.m., Mountain View Wesleyan Church, 1001 Deemer Road, Bath. Call 610-837-1190 FMI. Leave message.
Horner's Cemetery Historical Society Tours- As the 250th anniversary of our country approaches, meet the people who contributed to its founding. Tours by appointment. All welcome. Free gift with every tour. Call Peggy at 610-984-4532.
Iglesia Pentecostal Church Food Bank- Open to the public every first and third Monday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2459 E. Scenic Drive, Bath.
Martin on Main- Saturday, July 26 from noon to 7 p.m., located at the Circle and S. Main Street to Walnut Street in Nazareth.
Moore Twp. Assoc. for Families in Need- Meets second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church, 2715 Mountain View Drive, Bath.
Moore Twp. Community Days- Aug. 15 and 16 at Moore Twp. Rec. Center; music, beer, clams, fireworks and more.
Morningstar Memory Cafe by Senior Solutions- An opportunity for people with dementia and their care partners to gather for fun, socialization and refreshments; meets second and fourth Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon at Advent Moravian Church, 3730 Jacksonville Road, Bethlehem. For registration, call 610-258-0700.
Nazareth Farmers Market- Open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October in the circle.
Nazareth Kazoo Parade- Friday, July 4 at 10 a.m., begins in Nazareth High School parking lot.
Northampton Area Food Bank- Food distribution first three Thursdays from 5 to 7 p.m. and second and third Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m. 1601 Canal St.
Northampton Borough Crime Watch Meeting- Typically held second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Northampton Recreation Center.
Northampton Farmers Market- Open Tuesdays through September from 3-6 p.m. at Municipal Park.
Siegfried Railroad Station Museum- Open third Sunday through October from 1-4 p.m., West 21st Street (Route 329), Northampton.
Seeking a Planning Commission Member and Two Alternate Members
A ny resident of the Borough of Bath is eligible to apply for the position of the Bath Planning Commission. Borough Council appoints the commission members to four-year terms and the positions receive no compensation.
T he Borough of Bath Planning Commission is an advisory board consisting of five members. The Planning Commission makes recommendations to Borough Council on all land development and subdivision applications submitted to the Borough.
T he Bath Planning Commission meets on the third Monday of each month beginning at 6PM, unless there is a lack of business. Meetings are held at Borough Hall, 121 S. Walnut Street Bath, PA 18014. M ost of the Planning Commission’s duties pertain to the review of land development and subdivision plans. However, the Commission also reviews proposed changes to the Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map; proposed changes to the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinances, Comprehensive Plan writing and revisions, and rezoning petitions.
C ommissioners are encouraged to attend education and training seminars which are paid for by the Borough.
If you would like more information, you can contact Borough Manager, Brad Flynn at (610) 837-6525. If you would like to apply for the position of planning commissioner or alternate, you can email a letter of interest to him at manager@boroughofbath.org
gued that the current operations on the property do not meet the property’s intended zoning use. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has also issued violations against the property.
On June 24, several residents again addressed the Board of Supervisors, sharing concerns they say have worsened with the onset of summer. Reports include alleged strong chemical and chlorine-like odors, as well as an increase in pests. One resident noted a sudden presence of ticks on her property, which she said she suspects are originating from the disposal site.
Supervisors state that the business appears to be in clear violation of zoning regulations and changed the property’s operations without their knowledge, but emphasized the limitations of their legal authority.
“There is a difference between what you [residents] and the township can do,” explained Treadwell. “Property owners have different sets of rights,” while there are “different legal avenues that the township can pursue.”
“I think we all agree [with
added Supervisor Dale Hassler. Supervisors encouraged any affected residents to continue documenting issues and be prepared to testify as witnesses during the Zoning Hearing Board meeting. Township Manager Ilene Eckhart said the hearing will likely be scheduled for mid-July and will be publicly advertised once finalized.
However, supervisors warned residents that the township may be in for a long process.
“He [the property owner] is not doing what he is supposed to be doing,” Link explained. “We didn’t tell him he could do that. But unfortunately now we have to go through the process to force him to stop…I don’t think this is going to go quick.”
In the meantime, the township is exploring legal avenues outside of public meetings. Following the public meeting, supervisors entered into an executive session to discuss possible litigation against the property.
The next Allen Township Board of Supervisors meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 8 at 6 p.m.
you],” Supervisor Jason Frack told residents. “Unfortunately, there is a process we have to follow as well. If we could make anything else happen, we would.”
“If someone could tell us a way that we can legally go down there and stop it, we would do it,” agreed Supervisor Paul Link.
“The [stop] signs would be up,”
Northampton Area High School
Marking Period 4 Honor Roll
Submitted by CARRIE GRUBER
Grade 9
Distinguished Honors
Naile Irem Akca, Evan Allen Barthol, Luke Robert Becker, Jainielliz Bermudez, Kayla Morgan Breen, Lucas MinHee Cho, Kaleb Peyton Clarke, Darcy Jean Conrad, Aiden Thomas Corsetti, Brennah Rose Julia Coulter, Sadie Rose Deibert, Emily Isabella Lee Drosnock, Jacob Andrew Fallenstein, Brayden Michael Garrison, Michael Gerdak, Vivienn Rose Giordano, Jaelynn Guzman, Ri-
ley Malcolm Howells, Madelyn Ann Johnston, Jaidyn Alexzander Kemmerer, Kristiana Leigh Krill, Alivia Jean Kuehn, Aliya Joy Kuehn, Jacob Thomas Malseed, Josiah Yadiel Martinez, Maxine Juliet Martinez, Dean Kelly Matika, Joshua Ethan Miller, Parker Nagy, Isaiah Christian Najera, Ariana Hatije Nesimi, Elsie June Nunamacher, Alivia Anne ODonnell, Annalese Daisy Raker, Lydia Nila Rockel, Isabella Nazha Roke, Madison Lynn Schaffer, Aidan Michael Sergent, Allison Elizabeth Silfies, Landin Charles
Join the
CELEBRATION!
87th annual
Smith, James William Sponsler, Alexander Jeffrey Takacs, Isabella Marie Toohey, Addison Elizabeth Ulshafer, Jace Michael Vajda, Maria Rita Younes, Kolby Fenton Youwakim
High Honors
Taylor Grace Altif, Madelyn Mae Baltz, Madison Jane Bara, Olivia Cristina Barney, Liam Viet Beck, Macy Leigh Bernd, Thaddeus Charles Bloss, Allison Lynn Bonstein, Colby Ryan Brearman,
July 26 - August 2
July 26 - August 2
A family friendly, wallet friendly annual event celebrating agriculture, 4-H & FFA youth, local flavors, music, traditional arts, thrill seekers and hot air balloons!
MAIN ARENA POWER EVENTS
Some events require tickets.
Bullride Mania Rodeo 7/26, $12
6 pm Little Buckaroos
Pre-Show Activities for Kids: (Ticketholders Only):
7 pm Bullride Mania Rodeo
Qualification & Championship Round of Bull Riding, Girl’s Barrel Racing & Girl’s Breakaway Roping
Garden Tractor Pulls 7/27 11 am
Demolition Derby 7/27, 5 pm $12
Tractor Pulls 7/29, 5 pm
Tractor Pulls (Large) 7/30, 6:30 pm $5
4WD Truck Pull 7/31, 7 pm $10
Demolition Derby 8/1, 8 pm $12
Antique Tractor Pulls 8/2, 11 am
FAIR HIGHLIGHTS
• Traditional Arts Expo - featuring quilt display & quilt making, weaving & amigurumi demonstrations
• Fair Queen & Princess Contests
• Talent Contest
• Line Dancing Monday night
• Square Dancing Friday night
• Carnival Rides & Games
• Car, Truck, Antique Tractor Shows
• 4-H/FFA & Open Animal Shows
• Kids’ Corral - FREE Childrens’ Activities for Fairgoers
• Beer Garden
• Hot Air Balloons – nightly launches and more. Special Shape Birthday Cake & Fred G Monster select nights. Rides available!
GET YOUR ADMISSION TICKETS ONLINE & SAVE
Adults: $10 | Ages 6-12: $5 Ages 5 and Under Free Sunday: Free admission for Veterans Monday: Free admission for Seniors
LOCAL BANDS
• Reel to Reel Country Band 7/26
• Harmony Garage Band 7/26
• Jeff Bellfy Band 7/27
• Waitin‘ on Sundown Band 7/31
• MP & The Big River Band 8/1
• Circle Round the Sun Band 8/2
• TimeWhys Band 8/2
Check website for times & other scheduled events.
Photos by Sydney Hannan Photography
Honor Roll
Continued from page 7
Lillian May Breidinger, Jenalise Kristina Burgos, Reed Edward Burkhart, Quinton JinHee Cho, Andrea De Jesus Cobos Cedeno, Grayson Tyler Connell, Angelea Jane-Marie D'Agata, Ashley Ferne Dearden, Mia Rose Deemer, Austin James Delong, Nadia Jade Dougherty, Shiloh Wolfgang Dritt, Jaxon Riley Essig, Julia Elizabeth Furry, Brayden Douglas Hachtman, Riley Jameson Hafner, Anika Marie Hengst, Amber Hinkle, Brianna Maria Hlinka, Davyn Kyler Holland, Kayde Alexander Ibarra, Brooke Abigail Jones, Chase Austin
Kessler, Sophia Maxine Kostik, Blake Alexander Lavenburg, Kelley Stephen Leitch, Chloe
Joan Loch, Jorge Lopez, Jessenia
Lynn Lucas-Collis, Olivia Rose Marth, Devin Anson McDonald, Brooke Elizabeth Meister, Nicholas Carmen Mercadante, Joseph Michael Miller, Cooper Sebastian Montanez, Isabel Alysa Montiel, James Opacic, Victoria Annamaria Pacchioni, Dominick Gregory Pahountis, Alejandra Ivonne Palacio, Kaya Pietryka, Isabella Rebecca Ramos, Honour Maureen Raub, Laila Rose Reichl, Kiera Elizabeth Rickard, Ty Dayne Rutzmoser, Angelisa Ivelisse Santiago, Emma Rose Schall, Henry John Schoeneberger, Joseph Luke Shadid, Gregory Edward Sheats-Mueller, Noah
James Skoff, Kyla Jenifer Smerdon, Amelia Lois Sommons, Gabriella Nicole Spearman, Ada Rose Steeley, Madelyn Ann Taff, Hannah Mary Tauber, Jacalynn
Carol Tauber, Clarabella Grace Urban, Mah'ciah Alnisa Wadley, Hannah Emily Wargo, Brayden Lee Wenrich, Madison Leigh Williamson, Avery Joseph Wilson, Brady Robert Woolslayer, Emma Mae Yost
Honors
Ibrahim Halil Avci, Lukas Anthony Bendekovits, Rose Taina Berrios, Olivia Catherine Case, Chase Matthew Christman, Emily Elizabeth Christopher, Evie Marie Crisafulli, Katherine Elizabeth Deshler, Fiona Day Everett, Sophia Jaylin Farrell, Justice Lee
Flores, Taya Lynn Fritz, Emma Grace Gerstner, Jaylah Nicole Guzzo, Haylee Sharon Haupt, Sebastian Juarez, Katelyn June Kline, Payton Grace Kocher, Leland Michael Krywonis, Megan Marie Layton, Nicholas Rewellyn Lees, Abigail Mary Lesisko, Emma Beth Luipersbeck, Daralynn Marie Morgan-Jackson, Caleb Holles Moyer, Bella Maria Otis, Mya Mae Pagan, Kenan Andrew Peck, Nathan Erik Ruff, Jacob Edward Seidick, Wyatt James Srogi, Hannah Elizabeth Tyrrell, Nathaniel Raymond Vaughn, Chayse Danner Wanamaker, Thomas Patrick Yorke
Grade 10
Distinguished Honors Ada Margaret Wilde Barn-
horst, Drew Thomas Bauer, Hailey Marie Blocker, Jasper Aidden Bowers, Carla Angelina Carrasco Francisco, Aaden Lucas Clough, Amelia Rose Cole, Anthony Louis Curto, Chase William Czarnecki, Kendel Evangelyn DeCrescenzo, Isabella Morgan Derhammer, Grace Elizabeth Dorward, Jacelyn Rose Drayton, Andrew Joseph Eberts, Sariah Rain Evert-Brida, Zody Marie Feliciano, Alyiah Marie Ferrer, Hannah Nicole Flamisch, Yianna Maria Gougoustamos, Brooklyn Marie Henne, Zeynep Berra Horuz, Kara Elizabeth Hudsco, Katelyn Rae Hudsco, Dahlia Mae Janis, Keira Marie Kunkel,
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Northampton AARP Announces
Next meeting
Submitted by JEAN RUNDLE
The Northampton AARP Chapter 3915 will next meet on Wednesday, July 9 at the Northampton Banquet and Events Center, 1601 Laubach Ave. The doors will open at 11 a.m.
The trip table will be available for anyone who would like to join us on our 2025 trips.
Our entertainment will be Mary Bach with her witty presentation. Kate Kleinert may be speaking on being a victim of a romance scam.
Members are cordially invited to attend. We welcome new members to visit or join.
Northampton Area Public Library Announces July programs
Submitted by VERONICA LAROCHE
The summer months are upon us and we are ready to host some fun events at the library (and in the air conditioning), so come
visit us at the Northampton Area Public Library. We have lots of fun programming for people of all ages, and with Summer Reading currently going on, the events are very colorful (no pun intended...). Read below for more information.
By signing up for Summer Reading, you will be able to win prizes by tracking your reading progress and earning NAPL bucks to spend. You can also earn NAPL bucks by attending programs such as those mentioned below, so we hope to see you there. Please note that you must have a library card with NAPL to sign up for our Summer Reading program.
First of all, the library is closed Thursday, July 3 in observance of Independence Day.
On Monday, July 7 at 2 p.m., we have our first Teen Art Workshop of the month where the teens will create a plush owl buddy (no sewing experience needed).
For the children, Miss Tessa is having a Messy Art Day where children can make fly swatter paintings, splatter paintings and much more. This will take place on Thursday, July 10 at 3 p.m., with a rain date of Thursday, July 31 at 3 p.m.
Then, on Thursday, July 24 at 3 p.m., we are having Writing Prompts Extravaganza, where children will be able to get their creative juices flowing and have some fun writing.
In July we will also be having Art in the Parks, where there will be sensory bins and comic
creations for all ages. The first is Saturday, July 12 at 10:30 a.m. at Jacksonville Park Pavillion, then the second is Saturday, July 19 at 10:30 a.m. at Indian Trail Park.
We’ll be wrapping up the month of July by hosting Mike Familant, who is currently on his Do You Believe Tour: If It’s Sasquatch, he’s seen it! This is happening on Thursday, July 31 at 6:30 p.m.
To see a full list of July events and sign up for these programs, please visit our website at www. northamptonapl.org.
Northampton Fire Dept. Call Log
The Northampton Fire Department responded to the following incidents within Northampton Borough during the week of June 22.
Station 42 – Northampton Borough
Station 45 – Allen Township Station 5 – Coplay Borough
JUNE 23
Stations 42, 45: 1000 block Washington Avenue. Gas leak.
JUNE 24
Stations 42, 45, 5: 2000 block Center Street. Automatic fire alarm.
Station 42: 1600 block Main Street. Automatic fire alarm.
Stations 42, 45: Cementon Bridge. Motor vehicle accident.
JUNE 25
Station 42: 1800 Newport Avenue. Ambulance assist.
Stations 42, 45: 2000 block Laubach Avenue. Automatic fire alarm.
JUNE 26
Station 42: 800 block Washington Avenue. Wires down.
JUNE 28
Stations 42, 45: Unit block Horwith Drive. Motor vehicle accident.
Stations 42, 45: 300 block Adaire Court. Carbon monoxide alarm.
Stations 42, 45: West 21st and Center Streets. Motor vehicle accident.
Station 42: 1900 block Main Street. Ambulance assist.
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NAZARETH AREA
Annual kazoo parade to buzz Through Nazareth on July 4
Submitted by LISA BORICK
The Nazareth Kazoo Parade Committee, in partnership with the Borough of Nazareth, is excited to announce the details for this year’s annual July 4 patriotic kazoo parade. This beloved community tradition will take place rain or shine, and all are warmly invited to attend.
The parade will begin at the Nazareth Area High School, located on Center Street, at 10 a.m. It will proceed left onto Liberty Street, right onto Belvidere Street, right onto Main Street, continue halfway around the circle, and return to Center Street, concluding at the Borough Council Chambers.
Following the parade, a short patriotic program will take place at the Borough Council Chambers featuring remarks from Veteran Grand Marshal JR Rubio and greetings from local elected officials.
Entertainment will be provided by The Ukulele Orches -
tra, bringing festive sounds to the celebration.
Be sure to stop by and visit Zanette’s Nazareth Grill, a hometown favorite, for frozen treats available for purchase at the event’s conclusion.
Free flags, kazoos and other fun giveaways will be distributed at the start of the parade (while supplies last), so be sure to arrive early.
Come out and celebrate Independence Day with friends, family and neighbors in true Nazareth style. Let freedom ring—kazoo-style!
Thank you to our event sponsors: Springhill Suites by Marriott, Easton; Fairfield by Marriott, Bethlehem; The Lehigh Valley IronPigs; Just Born; Jill Koch, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Choice Properties; Kaplan’s Enterprises; Sam’s Club 3796, Easton; The Macdonald Family of Nazareth; Nazareth Sign Company and Nazareth Economic Development Commission.
“Then join hand in hand, brave Americans all! By uniting we stand, by dividing we fall.” -John Dickinson, Founding Father Happy Independence Day to all!
Nazareth Plate Glass Co. Inc.
Everything in Glass H Commercial and Residential 610-759-3682 Mon-Fri 8 am to 4 pm www.nazarethplateglass.com 27 Mauch Chunk St., Nazareth
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center July community programs
Submitted by LAUREN FORSTER Weekly Weeders
Monday, July 7 and 21 from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Interested in learning more about gardening with native plants? Volunteer to mulch, pull weeds, divide plants and amend soil in the center's native plant garden Monday mornings from 8:30-10:30 a.m. We provide instruction, tools and weeding mats. Registration is required. Butterfly Walk for Adults Wednesday, July 9 from 10 a.m. to noon
Join butterfly enthusiast and conservation volunteer, Doug Burton, for a leisurely walk through the center to find different types of butterflies, learn about their host plants and discuss conservation issues that may threaten populations. This program is for adults only. Registration is required.
Hike for Health Wednesday, July 9 from
5:30-7 p.m.
Get moving after work with a brisk hike at Jacobsburg. These guided monthly hikes are 2 to 3 miles over uneven terrain. You must be able to maintain a hiking pace of 2 mph to attend. Dogs are welcome to hike on a leash. Meet at the Visitor Center flagpole at 400 Belfast Road. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting us at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@ pa.gov.
Volunteer Program: Knotweed Knockdown
Friday, July 11 from 1-3:30 p.m.
Do you enjoy using machetes? Have you always dreamed of slashing through thick stands of plants? Join the crew at Jacobsburg for our annual Knotweed knockdown event. Tools and gloves will be provided. Adult-only participants are encouraged to wear long pants, closed-toed shoes and avoid loose-fitting clothing or jewelry. Registration is required.
Family Science Night: Dams, Water Wheels and Raceways
Friday, July 11 from 6:307:30 p.m.
Discover the hidden technologies of the past. Participants will walk along Jacobsburg's trails to uncover the remnants of historical sources of energy used by the Henry family. This event will meet at the Boulton parking lot near gate H1 along Henry Road and walk through mildly uneven terrain with some sloping. Participants are highly encouraged to be prepared to walk in the creek up to knee-height with appropriate footwear and clothing. This
program is best suited for families with children ages 5 or older. Registration is required.
Volunteer Program: Brush In. Brush Out. Saturday, July 12 from 9-11 a.m.
Two tasks, one morning: This adult-only volunteer program will consist of the removal of brush from a forested area along Sobers Run Trail and an additional section of re-planting along the waterway. Tools and gloves will be provided. Participants are encouraged to wear closed-toed shoes and clothing appropriate for trail maintenance. Work involves walking on trail and carrying some heavier brush collections, as well as frequent bending and standing. Registration is required.
Plants: There's An App For That!
Saturday, July 12 from 2-3 p.m.
Participants will identify plants using common applications. Bring your own device to learn how to navigate the apps and avoid common mistakes. During the event participants will be walking on mild terrain and exposed to the elements. Please dress appropriately. This program is best suited for ages 12 and older. Registration is required.
Crayfish Quest
Saturday, July 19 from 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Join us to learn about the fascinating lives of crayfish as we explore the creek for these unusual creatures. Equipment will be provided. Wear close-toed shoes that can get wet and expect to be in the water up to your knees. This program is best for families with children ages 8 and up. Registration is required.
Blinking Lights on Summer Nights
Saturday, July 19 from 8:30-9:30 p.m.
Are you mesmerized by the flashes of fireflies during warm summer evenings? Would you like to know what the flashes mean or what you can do to improve backyard habitat for these twinkling insects? Join us to learn all about the secret lives of fireflies. This program is best for families with children ages 8 and up. Please wear comfortable walking shoes. Registration is required.
Inclusivity in Nature: Birding
Thursday, July 24 from 9:30-11 a.m.
Learn about all of the accessible resources Jacobsburg has to offer. Participants will engage in
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spent the past three years as a popular vendor at several local farmers markets including the Easton Farmers Market and the Nazareth Farmers Market.
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a lesson about how we keep our park accessible to individuals of all abilities. Then, participants will partake in a bird walk using the tools we discussed. This event will meet at the Visitor Center. The path for the bird walk will be
Visit Cody’s Eats & Sweets at 52 S. Main St. in Nazareth for the signature tomato pie and peanut butter bars along with delicious sandwiches, beef tallow fries and an assortment of sweets.
You can follow Cody's Eats and Sweets on Facebook for all the details.
determined by the participants. This program is best suited for adults who are either disabled or adults looking for information on general park accessibility.
Fishing Equipment
Available
Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth
Borrow fly rods, spinning rods, fly boxes and tackle to use in Jacobsburg’s creeks. To borrow equipment, you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state-issued identification. Persons age 16 and older must possess a current fishing license to fish. Adults can help children under 16 fish without a license. Bait is not provided. For more in-
formation, call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.
DiscoverE Adventure
Backpacks Available
When: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth
Borrow a backpack full of kid-friendly tools to explore Jacobsburg. These backpacks are best for families with young chil-
dren. Each backpack includes binoculars, notepad, colored pencils, magnifying lens, bug box, dip net and five field guides for exploring the pond, insects, birds, trees, butterflies and moths. For more information, call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. You can view and register for community programs online at https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/ search/events?order=date&search =jacobsburg.
Morningstar Living invites you to visit our Moravian Hall Square campus in Nazareth to enjoy a variety of programs.
EventFULL Living is a series of programs to enrich life’s journey. Reserve your place today in as many programs as you like.
The programs for JULY include:
FRIDAY, JULY 11TH | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Desire at Stauffer Pavilion, Pleasure Garden
Desire is not your typical vocal harmony singing group; they’re a sensational tribute to the timeless classics that have defined generations. Enjoy an evening of unforgettable music, including doo-wop, acapella, and enchanting street corner harmonies. Desire regularly rocks the stages of New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, and recently opened for the legendary Jay Leno at the Sands Casino. So grab your dancing shoes and enjoy a fun filled evening!
TUESDAY, JULY 15TH | 10:30AM House on College Hill
When: Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
In 1894 the daughter of the third richest man in Easton built a grand house on College Hill near Lafayette College. The Georgian revival home has been featured on the Easton Historic House Tour many times and is widely admired for its beauty. But the story isn’t simply one of a rich woman moving to the new fashionable suburb of town — it is the story of the rise and fall of a great family dynasty. Rooted in scandal and sorrow, this Victorian tragedy unfolds over half a century and is chock full of colorful characters and interesting local history. Presented by the home’s current owner and Sigal Museum board member Al Kratzer.
FRIDAY, JULY 25TH | 7:00PM - 8:00PM 14th & Spring Dixieland Jazz Band
at Unity Green Pavilion, Heritage Village
These talented young musicians are a dynamic Dixieland Jazz Band. Listen to the blend of traditional vespers elements with the spirited energy of New Orleans Jazz. Join us for an evening of reflection, rhythm, and uplifting music.
Unless otherwise indicated, events are at Moravian Hall Square
175 W North St, Nazareth PA Reservations are required by calling 610 746 1000 or online at https://www.morningstarliving.org/upcoming-events/
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Crafty Corner
Craft Stick Firecrackers
https://singlegirlsdiy.com/firecracker-craft/ What You’ll Need
Craft sticks, jumbo (four for each firecracker)
Craft foam, yellow, orange
Chenille stems, silver tinsel, or pipe cleaner
Glitter glue, silver
Wooden star or star sticker
Acrylic craft paint – red, white and blue
Glue gun and glue sticks
Paintbrush
Round sponge applicator
Scissors
Pencil
Instructions
For each firecracker, line up three jumbo craft sticks side by side. With an additional craft stick, cut it down to size to fit across the three vertical craft sticks.
Glue the cut craft stick pieces towards the top and bottom of the firecracker base to stabilize and secure the sticks together.
Repeat the process for each firecracker you want to make.
Then paint and decorate the firecrackers any way that you would like!
Once your paint and decorations are dry, glue the stem onto the back of the firecracker.
Create your flames out of craft foam, then glue onto the top of your stem.
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ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Thomas F. Guth, Jr., late of the Borough of Nazareth, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Athena Marie Gross, Executrix of the Estate of Thomas F. Guth, Jr. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to
Milwaukee
M-F: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sat: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sun: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 610-262-4566. (7/3)
NAZARETH PLATE
GLASS CO., INC.
27 Mauch Chunk St., Nazareth, Pa. Harvey vinyl replacement windows, storm windows & screens repaired, insulated glass, shower doors, plexiglass, mirrors, repairs made at your home. Free estimates. Commercial customers welcome. Call 610-759-3682. Closed Saturdays. (7/3)
TED’S ROOFING
New Roofs & Repairs • ReRoofing • Roof Ventilation • Slate Repairs •Seamless Gutter • Siding • Fascia & Soffit • No Streaking Shingle. Free Estimates & Fully Insured. Where Service & Quality Counts! PA#089829. 610-837-7508. (7/3)
Athena Marie Gross ℅ Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064
Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064
Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (6/19-7/3)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Lester C. Derhammer, Deceased late of the Borough of Bath, Northampton County, PA. Letters Testamentary on the above estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons having claims against or indebted to the estate should make claims known or forward payment to Ellen M. Derhammer, Executrix, c/o David W. Crosson, Esq., Crosson & Richetti LLC, 609 W. Hamilton St., Suite 301, Allentown, PA 18101. (6/26-7/10)
LEHIGH TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE
The Lehigh Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 6 p.m. to hear the following appeal. The hearing will be held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA 18088.
JOSE LOOR
The applicant/owner of 3607 Lehigh Drive, Northampton, PA, 18067 has filed an application for special exception approval to operate a podiatry practice as a home occupation within an existing single-family dwelling. Within the Agriculture/Rural Residential Zoning District home occupations are permit-
ted by special exception subject to the criteria in Section 180-82. The applicant is requesting the following, special exception approval per Section 180-16. C. (9). The parcel I.D. No. is J420-1-0516 and is located in the Agriculture/Rural Residential Zoning District.
Meetings are open to the public and all interested parties are welcome to attend and will have an opportunity to be heard.
Liz Amato, Lehigh Township Zoning Officer
(6/26 & 7/3)
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING:
The Bushkill Township Zoning Hearing Board has scheduled a meeting for Monday July 14, 2025, to hold a public hearing, beginning at 6:30 PM, in the Bushkill Twp VFC Social Hall, 155 Fire House Drive, Nazareth, Pennsylvania to hear the following Appeal: ZHB Appeal # 2025-11
B8 Wind Gap Owner LLC is requesting to alter the specific conditions of approval (definition of “warehouse”) for their current Variance approval (Appeal 2019-05) for a Warehouse on their property at 433 East Moorestown Road, located in the General Commercial/Industrial Zoning district of Bushkill Township.
BUSHKILL TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD
Todd E. Weidman, Zoning Officer (6/26 & 7/3)
NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH PLANNING COMMISSION
PUBLIC MEETING
JULY 9, 2025
The Northampton Borough Planning Commission will hold its public meeting on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, starting at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, to review the following:
1. A presentation/update by Environmental Planning & Design, and office staff for the proposed River Central MultiMunicipal Zoning Ordinance to the Planning Commission for discussion and recommendation to Borough Council.
2. Smith Lane LLC, for the property located at 799 Smith Lane, Northampton, Pennsylvania 18067 (former recycling facility). This property is identified as Tax Map Parcel Number L4 12 5B-1 and is located in an I-2 Industrial Zoning District.
This plan is presented for Preliminary / Final Plan Review. Smith Lane LLC, would like to develop this property into a 350,400 square foot warehouse facility.
All interested parties are invited to attend. A representative or the applicant must attend.
Brian Welsko
Borough Manager (6/26 & 7/3)
ESTATE NOTICE
ESTATE OF KATHRYN P STROHL, deceased, late of Danielsville, Northampton County, Pennsylvania. Letters Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who requests that all persons having claims or demands against the estate and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make pay-
ments without delays to: Linda L Sidor, of 4143 Beil Circle, Northampton, PA 18067. (6/26-7/10)
NAZARETH BOROUGH MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY NOTICE OF CHANGE OF MEETING LOCATION
Effective July 17, 2025 until further notice, the location of Nazareth Borough Municipal Authority meetings will change from 159 W. Center St., Nazareth, PA 18064 to Nazareth Ambulance Corp, 519 Seip Ave., Nazareth, PA 18064, which can be entered from the rear of the building on G W Stoudt Blvd. (7/3)
ESTATE NOTICE
EZEQUIEL HERNANDEZCARTAGENA, dec’d., Late of Allentown, Lehigh County, PA Administratrix: Yajahira Cartagena c/o Jerry R. Knafo, Esq., KNAFO LAW OFFICES, LLC, 2400 Schoenersville Road, Bethlehem, PA 18017
Attorney: Jerry R. Knafo, Esq., KNAFO LAW OFFICES, LLC, 2400 Schoenersville Road, Bethlehem, PA 18017 (7/3-7/17)
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Bath Borough Authority will receive sealed bids for the West Street Waterline Replacement Project. Bids will be received online via the PennBid Program by Bath Borough Authority until July 16, 2025, at 12:00 P.M. (prevailing time). Bids will be publicly announced on July 16, 2025, at 6:00 P.M. during the regularly scheduled Authority meeting. Bid results will be available online at http://PennBid.bonfirehub.com following the meeting.
The West Street Waterline Replacement Project is located in Bath, PA along West Street. The project includes installing approximately 950 linear feet of 8” DIP waterline. The perspective Bidder will provide all materials and labor to install the waterline improvements. The particular items of work for the contract are identified more specifically in the Bid Format, Contract Specifications and Contract Documents. The entire project will be awarded to one (1) Contractor.
All Bidding Documents are available at no cost at http:// PennBid.bonfirehub.com
A certified check or bank draft, payable to the order of Bath Borough Authority or a satisfactory Bid Bond executed by the Bidder and acceptable surety in the amount of 10% of the Total Bid shall be submitted with each bid.
The SUCCESSFUL BIDDER will be required to furnish and pay for satisfactory Performance and Payment Bond, each in the amount of 100% of the Contract Price with a corporate surety approved by the Owner. Pennsylvania Prevailing wages established will apply to this contract.
The Owner reserves the right to waive any informality or to reject any or all items or portions thereof or to waive any technicalities and informalities in the bid for the best interest of the Owner.
The Contractor will be required to comply with the Provisions of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act in providing equal employment opportunities in connection with all work.
This bid is for a public works contract and bidder is therefore subject to the provisions, duties, obligations, and penalties of the Public Works Employment Verification Act, 43 P.S. 167.1167.11. All submitted bids shall be accompanied with the Public Works Employment Verification Form.
Bids may be held by the Owner for a period not to exceed 60 days from the date of opening bids for the purpose of reviewing the bids and in-
The books and accounts have been audited by the Authority’s appointed Auditors for the year ended December 31, 2024. The above statements have been compiled from the audit reports for the year. A detailed report is available for inspection at the Authority’s office during normal business hours.
Werner Fornos, Jr. Chairman (7/3)
vestigating the qualifications of bidders, prior to awarding the contract. However, the award of the contracts may be delayed by required approval of another government agency or closing on the project funding loans. Owner shall reject all bids or award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder within 120 days of the bid opening.
Bath Borough Authority
Mr. George Gasper, Chairman (7/3)
MEETING NOTICE
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Lehigh Township Ad Hock Committee has been rescheduled from Wed July 23, 2025 to Wed. July 30, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will held in the Lehigh Township Municipal Building, 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, Pa.
Alice A. Rehrig, Secretary (7/3)
ESTATE NOTICE
Karen L. Schell 552 Beefwood Rd. Northampton, PA 18067 Executrix
Daniel G. Spengler, Esquire Spengler Brown Law Offices 110 East Main Street Bath, PA 18014 Attorney for the Estate (7/3-7/17)
ESTATE NOTICE
HART, ELAINE M., dec’d. Late of Easton, Northampton County, PA Executrix: Susan E. Edwards, ℅ Barbara Rush Renkert, 2120 Northampton Street, Easton, PA 18042 Attorney: Barbara Rush Renkert, Esquire, 2120 Northampton Street, Easton, PA 18042 (7/3-7/17)
Estate of Frank Nicholas Diehm, late of Lehigh Township, County of Northampton and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased. Letters Testamentary on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons indebted to the estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims against to present them in writing without delay to the Attorney noted below.
Juvenile problem in the 1800 block of Washington Ave. Report of a juvenile issue.
Suspicious person in the 100 block of Meadow Ln. Report of a suspicious male.
JUNE 17
Civil matter in the 2200 block of Washington Ave. Report of a civil issue.
Assist person in the 2000 block of Washington Ave. Officers assist
a female.
EMS ambulance assist in the 600 block of E. 10th St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.
Juvenile problem, Smith Ln. Report of a juvenile issue.
Check building in the 1200 block of Laubach Ave. Request to check a building.
JUNE 18
Assist person in the 1900 block of Lincoln Ave., and Smith Ln. Officers assist males.
EMS ambulance assist in the 200 block of Lincoln Ave., the
300 block of Anthony Dr., the 2000 block of Main St., and the 2100 block of Hokendauqua Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transports of females.
Check person/welfare in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Request to check the welfare of a female.
Traffic stop in the 300 block of E. 10th St., and E. 3rd St. and Main St. Traffic stops were conducted.
Suspicious act in the 100 block of W. 26th St. Report of a suspicious act.
Child custody in the 100 block of Sycamore Ct. Report of a cus-
WANTED VENDORS, CRAFTERS & FOOD TRUCKS
TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY DAYS
Friday, Aug. 15
Saturday, Aug. 16
Applications available online at Mooretownship.org under Forms and Documents Or call Lois Kerbacher at 610-759-9449
tody issue.
Check person/welfare in the 1300 block of Main St., and W. 28th St. and Cherryville Rd. Requests to check the welfare of males.
Disturbance in the 1300 block of Stewart St. Report of a disturbance.
Suspicious vehicle in the 1300 block of Stewart St. Report of a suspicious vehicle.
JUNE 19
Traffic stop, Main St. and W. 14th St., Line Alley and Station Alley, Canal St. and Lumber St., Main St. and E. 7th St., and Washington Ave. and Lerchenmiller Dr. Traffic stops were conducted.
Assist person in the unit block of W. 21st St. Officers assist a female.
Civil matter in the 1600 block and the 1900 block of Main St., and the 1600 block of Newport Ave. Reports of civil issues.
Suspicious act in the 2200 block of Hokendauqua Ave. Report of a suspicious act.
JUNE 20
EMS ambulance assist in the 1500 block of Newport Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.
Neighbor complaint in the 1000 block of Canal St. Report of a neighbor issue.
Trespass in the 1600 block of Lincoln Ave. Report of a known female trespassing.
Disturbance in the 1600 block of Main St. Report of a disturbance.
EMS ambulance assist in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.
Noise complaint, E. 20th St. and Northampton Ave. Report of fireworks.
JUNE 21
Traffic stop in the 900 block of Main St. A traffic stop was conducted.
Check person/welfare in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Request to check the welfare of a male.
Civil matter in the unit block of E. 7th St., and the 100 block of Stark St. Reports of civil issues.
Neighbor complaint in the 1600 block and the 2200 block of Main St. Reports of neighbor issues.
Assist person in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist a male.
Unwanted person in the 1600 block of Newport Ave. Report of an unwanted male.
Juvenile problem in the 2200 block of Beil Alley. Report of a juvenile issue.
Check person/welfare in the 1800 block of Newport Ave. Request to check the welfare of a female.
Suspicious act in the 2300 block of Washington Ave. Report of a suspicious act.
EMS ambulance assist, Lincoln Ave. and E. 8th St., and the 400 block of Buckingham Dr. Officers assist EMS with the transports of females.
Noise complaint in the 400 block of E. 7th St. Report of loud music.
Animal case in the 1300 block of Stewart St. Report of a barking dog.
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JULY WEEKEND SPECIALS
July 4 & 5th - Stuffed peppers, salad and mashed potatoes: $11
July 11th & 12th - Shepherd’s Pie with gravy and salad: $10
July 18th & 19th - Spaghetti & Chicken Parmesan, salad and garlic bread: $12
July 25th & 26th - Ham, potato filling with gravy, Broccoli and roll and butter: $11 5 pm to 9 pm, full menu available
Scott Keen, Treasure Patrice Kelly, Logan Nathaniel Kressler, Chloe Davena Kunsman, Gianna Mia Licini, Yariel Lugo, Kasidy Rose Mahalick, Nicholas Antonio Maltese, Luca Marcantonio Mannino, Dominic Anthony Marsteller, Jhalyn Elijah Massey, Damian Christopher McMullen, Riley Gary Montgomery, Joshua David Newcomer, Jackson Cole Pasini, Andrea Milagro Perez, Stella Katheryn Pevorus, Sophia Elizabeth Pina, Orion Michael Prisque, Leah Gentry Regan, Alesha Marie Rehrig, Reece Ann Repsher, Camdyn Aleigha Rex, Aubrie Michelle Rockovits, Drew Steven Rodenbaugh, Milanys Roman Albarran, Maia Mercedes Romero, Joy Lynn Samaan, Cole Taylor Schaffer, Michael Peter Schneider, Joyce Shammas, Bradley Allen Silfies, Ava Rose Sipko, Christopher James Spon-
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Honor Roll
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Honors
William Maxwell Barney, Jianna Sophia Burgos, Angelica Collado, Landon John Dlugos, Hannah Bailey Duerr, Evolet Marie Feliciano Torres, Cheyenne Grace Flamisch, Austin James Fry, Samuel Nicholas Hayes, Daniel Charles Herritt, Cameron Jacob Hersch, Drew Michael Janders, Alivia Louise Jenny, Katrina Lynn Kaufman, Brady Lamar Kerstetter, Amanda Jean Kopchak, Rachel Mae Makary, Brandon Scott McEntire, Madison Grace Mengel, Hailey Marie Miller, Connor Scott Muth, Jayden Joseph Pflugler, Laci Marie Pritchard, Star Jane Reppert, Valencia Rose Rivera, Joseph Schlager, Carson Tyler Smith, Joseph Anthony Snyder, Matthew Michael Sommer, Owen Lee Stanchock, Aidan Michael Sugra, Trey Thomas Wagner, Parker Bryce Williams, Eli Michael Yost
Grade 12
Distinguished Honors
Hailey Grace Achey, Samuel
Conner Adkisson, Benjamin Matthew Amato, Ava Alyse Assia, Stephen David Bastow, Anne Elizabeth Beenders, Michael Russell Bickert, Ava Rose Billy, Madison Emma Blessing, Hannah Elizabeth Bowers, Toni Christine Bubier, Sophie Jean Burkhart, Cole Michael Buskirk, Victoria Alice Carson, Zackary Kenneth Carson, Bryanna Lynn Cassel, Morgan Beth Chandler, Ava Catherine Clapp, Sara Ann Clewell, Lauren Marie Daniels, Enya Cristina Echim, Paige MyKenna Evans, Megan Elizabeth Ferenchak, Breahna Joann Frankenfield, Ranveer Singh Gill, Dadrian Jiovanni Gonzalez, Gavin James Grell, Trinity Rose Haydt, Noah Matthew Haymaker, Jack James Highland, Stephanie Patricia Hirsch, Daniel Joseph Holub, Nevin Anthony Horton, Sara Jane Houck, Kaci Emersen Howe, Mason Oliveria Jorge, Ava Marie Keenan, Natalie Rose Kerwin, Thomson Phineas Killea, Grace Ann Kirby, Isabella Marie Kish, Aaliyah Jade Kleintop, Peyton Kathleen-Ann Kleppinger, Hannah Marie Rose Kospiah, Erica Lynn Krauss, Mariah Joelle Kubilius, Olivia Mason Kuhns, Mylea Lynn Lambert, Gianna Marie Lorenz, Dannyela Lugo, Kendal Grace Mack, Colin Daniel Marano, Kylie Morgan McFetridge, Lillian Carmen McRoberts, Juliana Grace Medei, Christa Marie Mele, Sebastian James Mello, John Luis Antonio Melvin, Emily Raegan Metz, Quinn Madison Micheli,
Jillian Claire Minnich, Addison Elizabeth Morgan, Chase Martin Nederostek, Gabriella Ruth Oswald, Miles Ethan Otto, Trinity Elizabeth Pahountis, Spencer Gal-
lagher Parker, Rylee Alyssa Pearson, Dylan Thomas Perl, Gianna Marie Pulieri, Isabel Rose Pyne, Felix Sergio Ramos, Faith Lee Raub, Jenna Katelynn Raysely,
Lindsay Grace Reimer, Abriana Brooke Reiss, Ana Marie Ricsler, Joshua Ryan Stone, Bryce Allen Stoudt, Kaelynn Elizabeth Suplee, Kadon Michael Szoke, Elaina Rachel Takacs, Jacob Ryan Tauber, Olivia Lucille Thomas, Michael Troczynski, Claire Olivia Wagner, Logan Kristopher Walter, Alexa Jane Wiland, Riley Madison Zapp, Melvin Otoniel Zavala Machado
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celli, Tyler Edward Rocco, Kylar Nathanel Rodriguez, Alexa Rose Rossetti, Emma Maddox Roth, Brooke Amanda Saul, AmandaLynne Topanga Schlager, Alex Keith Schrampf, Michael Abraham Sheats, Elizabeth Marie Sheldon, Devuhn Singh, Mason Stephen Smolenak, Isabelle Irene Steckel, Alex Joseph Szeplaki, Andrew Paul Szeplaki, Kaylin Grace Terefenko, Sophia Louise Thomas, Serenity MIchelle Torres, Alexander Valentin, Thomas Andrew VanBlargan-Hensel,
Abigail Rose VanLuvanee, Abel Noah Veltri, Elizabeth Hope Volk, Kayla Rose Walter, Robert Kevin Weaver, Caylin Jessica Weiss, Damien Cheveyo Weist, Alex Joseph Werner, Cecilia Patricia Williamson-Schneider, Audrey Lynn Wood
High Honors Molly Grace Allison, Ava Kristina Aulisio, Tanner William Ault, Kylea Madyson Barnyak, Kendra Elizabeth Bealer, Logan Michael Berger, Braydon Alan Bernhard, Jacob Stephen Bindics, Jayden Bleiler, Alexa Grace Brown, Gabriella Faith Brown, Antonio Giuseppe Caiazzo, Devlin Jamal Chevere, Cameron
Peter Coccetti, Lucy Catherine Colyer, Mackenzie Lyn Connell, Bethany Jean Cook, Braden Michael Crush, Brianna Lee Derkits, Nicholas Ronald DiSante, Leah Michelle Doncsecz, Taylor Elizabeth Dotter, Morgan Elizabeth Druckenmiller, Brody William Eisenhart, Claire Marie Erdman, Carson Tyler Flamisch, Emma Grace Fry, Delilah Lynn Glovas, Brianna Ester Gomes, Christopher James Gordon, Kody Bryce Gordon, Elyssa Madisen Gossel, Hannah Lee Graser, Emma Monet Hess, Tyler Austin Hoppes, Justin Thomas Hudsco, Adriana Madline Hunger, Summer Rain Jean, Ryan Joseph Judge, Nicholas Frank Karlovsky, Kaitlyn Rose Kelsey, Eathan Russel Kempf, Maxwil Anthony Kochan, Kymber Leigh Koehler, Nathaniel William Koehler, Mikell Tracy Kulp, Sophia Lee Lapps, Hailee Paige Lentz, Isabel Leonard, Joseph Jayden LePoidevin, Kayla Lesisko, Alizabeth Rose Maikits, Kristiana Marie Martinez, Justin Carter Mikovitch, Victoria
Ann Miller, Madison Motsko, Johnnyel Michael Negrin, Tyler David Nesfeder, Jaida Olivia Conslate Onyango, Aleah Magaly Ortiz, Trent David Pierce, Gavin John Pychinka, John Paul Reppert, Anthony Roman, Stephany Zylia Roman, Morgan Helen Schiffner, Madison Paige Schoeffling, Samantha Ann Selverian, Adrienne Nicole Shambo, Devin Manuel Silva, Miriana Lea Sisolak, Aubriana Marie Smith, Jaylyn Erica Snyder, Courtney Megan Stenger, Mia Alysse Strauss, William Harold Stuhldreher, Blake Austin Terfinko, Brayden Tiscio, Nolan Padraig Trapp, Victoria Jean Trimmer, Allison Joy Unangst, Abigail Grace Urban, Wesley Manuel Valera, Vincent Bobby Ventrudo, Chloe Elizabeth Watson, Megan Marie Weaver, Ayden Drew Werkheiser, Addison Marie Williams, Mya Kimberely Williams, Maggie Lyn Woolslayer, Edwin Wright
Honors
Yamin Ali Abdullatif, Adisan
Myster Tree and Shrub
Rose Albertson, Paytra Betz, Ian Michael Bruner, Katrina Lynn Ciecwierz, Peter Jeffrey Clayton, Mia Izabel Corredera, Jayden Matthew John Coulter, Mya Kylene Cruz, Madison Rose Defontes, Christopher Charles Doyle, Jaden Michael Duncan, Jacob Edward Faraldo, Casady Marie Foley, Zachary Robert Gadow, Aidan Joseph Gmitter, Olivia Madelyn Hayes, Alexandria Rose Heller, Gabriela Richi Kempf, Emma Noelle Kirst, Hannah Alyssa Kitzhoffer, Benjamin Klusaritz, Jacob Austin Kohler, Kayleigh Christine Lewis, Joshua Daniel Linsenbigler, Xander Thomas McDonald, Liam Kearse McGlynn, Cameron Alexander Mohrey, Raul Nazario, Christopher David Ponce Redondo, Gabriel Landon Sanno, Jeremy Michael Saxton, Hailey Marie Sewald, Nathan Joshua Skoff, Austin Michael Sommers, Anthony Joseph Talbot, Dominick Andrew Thomas, Joseph Leonard Tomaro, Jashime Christopher Wedderburn, Gabrielle Arlene Weiss, Blake George Youwakim
Ingredients
Bomb Pop Cookies
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/3 cup canola oil
2-3/4 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
Red and blue paste food coloring
1/2 teaspoon each cherry, raspberry and lemon extract
Directions
Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5 to 7 minutes. Add egg and oil, beating well. In another bowl, whisk 2-3/4 cups flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt. Gradually beat into creamed mixture, adding flour if needed, until dough forms a ball.
Divide dough into three portions. Add red food coloring and cherry extract to one portion. Add blue food coloring and raspberry extract to another portion. Add lemon extract to remaining portion that is not tinted.
Shape each portion into a 10-inch-long block. Place red, white and blue logs side by side. Lightly press blocks together. Wrap and refrigerate until firm, 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350. Unwrap and cut dough crosswise into 1/4inch slices. Place 1 inch apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. To create ridges, lightly press cookies with a fork. Bake until set, 10 to 12 minutes. Cool on pans for 2 minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely.
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Troop M Announces Independence Day holiday Enforcement
Submitted by NATHAN BRANOSKY
The Pennsylvania State Police Troop M – Bethlehem has announced the official Independence Day holiday enforcement period, which commences at 12:01 a.m. on Thursday July 3 and concludes at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 6.
This safety initiative, Pennsylvania Aggressive Driving Enforcement Education Program, targets drivers who aggressively operate their motor vehicle in a manner which is dangerous to members of the public, which include speeding, seat belt violations and child seat belt infractions.
In addition, Selective Traffic Enforcement Against Drunk Drivers and Drug Recognition Expert troopers will specifically focus on appre-
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hending motorist who operate their motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
During the Independence Day holiday traffic enforcement period of 2024, Troop M (Lehigh County, Northampton County and Bucks
County) troopers investigated a total of 57 crashes and made 34 Driving Under the Influence arrests. Troopers are also advising motor-
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New Liberty Bell license plates now available
By HOME NEWS STAFF
Pennsylvania vehicle owners are now able to order new state license plates featuring the Liberty Bell, the quintessential symbol of the Commonwealth and our na-
tion’s independence.
The new style is available for standard vehicles and trucks, including personalized plates. If you switch from a specialty plate (like a military, organization or
special fund plate), it will be replaced with a standard plate in the new design.
vehicle towed.
During this holiday period, troopers are reminding the public of the updated statute which allows the public to purchase and utilize consumer-grade fireworks, or “Class C’” fireworks, however restrictions of Class C fireworks are:
• They cannot be ignited or discharged on public or private property without express permission of the property owner
• They cannot be discharged from or directed at a vehicle or building
• They cannot be directed at another person
• They cannot be discharged within 150 feet of a building or vehicle
• They cannot be discharged while the person is under the influence of alcohol, or a controlled substance or another drug
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The new license plates are optional for drivers with current license plates.
PennDOT’s partners, such as dealers and online messengers, will use all existing standard issue license plate inventory before transitioning to the new plate design. If you want to ensure you receive the new plate design, order directly through PennDOT at www.pa.gov/agencies/dmv/vehicle-services/registration-plates.
ists not to park their vehicles anywhere on I-78, including the ramps, shoulder or center median, during the annual Dorney Park fireworks celebration.
Parking on the shoulder of the highway causes a danger to other motorists traveling during this busy holiday season. Motorists will be cited for Title 75 Section 3353, Prohibitions in Specific Places, and could have their
Motorists are reminded of the mandates of Title 75 Section 3733, Fleeing or Attempting to Elude Police Officer, which stipulates that any driver of a motor vehicle who willfully fails or refuses to bring their vehicle to a stop, or who otherwise flees or attempts to elude a pursuing police officer, commits an offense, graded up to a Felony of the Third Degree, which carries a maximum sentence of seven years in prison, a $15,000 fine and restitution for damages and/ or injuries sustained as a result of the pursuit.
Local residents Named to The University Of Scranton Dean's List
Submitted by STAN ZYGMUNT
Local residents were among more than 1,725 students named to The University of Scranton's Dean's List for the 2025 spring semester. The Dean's List recognizes students for academic excellence. A student must have a grade point average of 3.5 or better with a minimum number of credit hours during the semester to make the Dean's List. The list includes students from the Jesuit university's College of Arts and Sciences, Kania School of Management and the Leahy College of Health Sciences.
The following local students from the area were among those named to the Dean’s List:
Mallory G. Woodland, of Nazareth, a sophomore advertising/public relations major in the University's College of Arts and Sciences; Jacob B. Vosseller, of Nazareth, a junior cybercrime and homeland security major in the University's College of Arts and Sciences; Amelia M. Loftus, of Nazareth, a senior biology major in the University's College of Arts and Sciences; Caitlin A. Genzale, of Nazareth, a sophomore kinesiology major in the University's Leahy College of Health Sciences; Madeline G. Orth, of Nazareth, a senior health administration major in the University's Leahy College of Health Sciences; Kassidy B. Means, of Bath, a freshman business administration major in the University's Kania School of Management; and Seth A. Janders, of Northampton, a junior finance major in the University's Kania School of Management.