Bath Portland Cement Company: Part 4 of 4
In today’s column we will be visiting Franks Corner. Mrs. Barbara Wiemann, historian of the Governor Wolf Historical Society and former librarian at the Easton Area Public Library, has thoroughly researched the history of Mr. Fred Franks, a titan in the Lehigh Valley cement industry. He resided on the corner of Nor-Bath Boulevard and Airport Road. Mrs. Wiemann has graciously allowed us to publish her research.
Franks Corner
Recently, a lady living in Colorado called the [Governor Wolf Historical] Society to request information about Franks Corner and her childhood home at the corner of Nor-Bath Boulevard
and Airport Road. I sent her the Franks Corner information from “James and Linda Wright’s Place Names of Northampton County,” which says that the name is from the large white house at the northeast corner of Airport Road and Route 329, built by Fred Frantz, superintendent of Bath Portland Cement Company; Frantz was corrupted to Franks and the name dates from the circa 1930s. Wright cited the East Allen Township handbook as his source.
Frantz and Franks
I then decided to find some biographical information about Frederick J. Frantz, since he was named as a previous occupant of her home. However, census and draft records, as well as his obituary, proved that Frantz was a store keeper, retail merchant and Bethlehem Steel carpenter, not a cement company superintendent.
A search of the Morning Call archives and various cement histories revealed that the cement superintendent and resident of the large home was Frederick Benjamin Franks, usually known as Fred.
Fred B. Franks
Over the course of his long life, Franks organized and built five cement companies in Northampton County. He was recognized
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Moore Township Supervisors
Swear in fire officers; Hear towing provider concerns
By SAVANNAH BROWN
The Moore Township Board of Supervisors met Tuesday, March 4 to discuss reports, field treatment bids, an open space conservation easement, the Green Light-Go grant, issues with tax bills and listen to concerns regarding towing providers.
First, the following Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Company fire officers took their loyalty oath when swearing in: Engineer Chris Hunt; Fire Lieutenant Sean Luddeni; Assistant Fire Chief Adam Heckman; Assistant Fire Chief Erik Resch; Assistant Fire Chief Matt DePuy; Fire Chief John Hofacker; and Fire Captain Cody Henninger.
The Klecknersville Rangers fire police officers that also took their loyalty oath when swearing in included: Fire Police Captain Jason
Fire Police Lieutenant Ray Reeder; Brian Radcliffe; and Rafael Shkembi.
Next, candidates running for official county positions introduced themselves to the board and residents for the upcoming election.
Running for Northampton County Court of Common Pleas judge, Jeremy Clark is a local attorney and City of Easton solicitor with 15 years of legal experience including criminal defense, consumer bankruptcy, estate planning, family law, civil litigation, zoning and municipal law. Clark stated that he valued his time as both a court-appointed divorce master for the county as well as court-appointed counsel for criminal defendants that couldn’t afford to hire an attorney.
Clark’s website describes him
as a family man and U.S. Army veteran, having served three combat tours as an infantry officer. Although Clark grew up in central Pennsylvania, he moved to Northampton County when he separated from the Army and has lived there for almost 20 years,
Klecknersville Rangers Vol. Fire Co. fire police officers were sworn in: (from left to right) Rafael Shkembi; Brian Radcliffe; Fire Police Lieutenant Ray Reeder; and Fire Police Captain Jason Harhart.
Harhart;
Fred Franks, from “Lehigh Valley Cement Industry”
Northampton County residents deserve judges that are hardworking, open-minded and committed to fair application of the law across the board, regardless of an individual’s background or identity.
currently residing in Easton with his wife and two daughters.
Clark is running on a crossfiling on both Democrat and Re-
tickets and believes that
Running for magistrate in Magisterial District 03-3-02 that encompasses Bushkill Township, Chapman Borough, Bath Borough, Wind Gap Borough, Stock-
ertown and parts of Plainfield and Moore townships, Robert Kemmerer has been a lifelong Nazareth-area resident. Living in Bushkill Township for almost his entire life, he currently resides there with his wife and daughter.
Kemmerer began working in Northampton County courts as a probation and parole officer, transferring to the DUI division
in 2007 and then pre-trial services in 2018. Kemmerer also took over as pre-trial services department director in 2020, worked with Northampton County to create a risk assessment program to reintegrate low-level offenders back into the community safely and was chair of the Criminal Justice Advisory Board. In order to run for political office, Kemmerer resigned from his position on Feb. 14 but currently serves on the Bushkill Township Environmental Advisory Council and as a trustee for the Nazareth Moravian Church.
In other business, Patrolman Thomas D. Roberts provided the police department’s monthly report for February, which included 275 total incidents, three written warnings issued, 20 traffic citations issued, two arrests for DUIs and seven reportable crashes.
Fire Police Captain Jason L. Harhart provided the January report for the Klecknersville Rangers Vol. Fire Co., which included 90 ambulance calls and 40 fire calls, consisting of one fire, four motor vehicle accidents, one fire police, two automatic fire alarms, 19 ambulance assists, three wires
down, one tree down, one carbon monoxide alarm, one mutual aid call with Bath for a fire, three mutual aid calls with Lehigh Township for fires, one mutual aid call with Bushkill Township for wires down, one mutual aid call with Lehigh County for a fire and two mutual aid calls with Northampton for fires.
Public Works Director Craig Hoffman provided the board with the two bids that came in for this year’s field treatments at the recreation center and supervisors chose to award the bid to Hahn’s Lawns at a cost of $9,800 for three treatments. Hahn’s Lawns is the same vendor the township used last year; however, the treatments will cost $200 less than they did in 2024.
Hoffman also announced the street sweeping dates for spring, which will be March 24-28 and April 21-23, weather permitting. Following, the board unanimously approved the Herschman open space conservation easement, which includes just over 17 acres of wetlands, woodlands and agricultural land in Moore and Bushkill townships. Since Bushkill has their own open space coordinator, the Land and Environmental Protection Board will work with Bushkill for endowments and soft costs. The estimated cost of the conservation is $5,200 but does not include attorney’s fees.
Township Engineer Kevin Horvath updated the board on the township’s pre-application for the PennDOT Green Light - Go grant application for upgrades to the township’s only existing traffic signal and the intersection of routes 512 and 946. The upgrade will include a larger signal bulb and video or radar detection to make the intersection more efficient.
Horvath stated that he has received positive feedback from PennDOT about the township’s chances of approval, but since the traffic signal pole has significant damage from being hit several times, PennDOT said the entire
Klecknersville Rangers Vol. Fire Co. fire officers were sworn in: (from left to right) Engineer Chris Hunt; Fire Lieutenant Sean Luddeni; Assistant Fire Chief Adam Heckman; Assistant Fire Chief Erik Resch; Assistant Fire Chief Matt DePuy; Fire Chief John Hofacker; and Fire Captain Cody Henninger.
Walnutport Post Office celebrates new Appalachian Trail stamps
By HOME NEWS STAFF
The Walnutport Post Office dedicated the new Appalachian Trail Stamps, which include one trail in Pennsylvania, at the post office’s homebase on Lehigh Gap Street in Walnutport on Friday, March 7 at 11 a.m.
Alexis McAllister, Assistant Trail Committee Chair-East, Blue Mountain Climbing Club joined Walnutport Postmaster Kate Hutter in dedicating the stamps. Hutter’s two children, Otto and Brooke, also delivered speeches to the crowd about how people of all ages can enjoy the Pennsylvania trail. Customers were then able to obtain a special cancellation on their stamps to commemorate the event.
“We are very excited to host this terrific event to pay tribute to our trail just minutes away from our post office,” said Hutter. “The trail means so much to our local folks as well as people across the
The Appalachian National Scenic Trail offers roughly 2,200 miles of unspoiled nature to the millions who hike it each year. Within easy reach of large East Coast metropolitan areas, the Appalachian Trail, often called the AT, provides peace, beauty and a break from the stresses of modern life.
The Pennsylvania portion of the AT, sometimes referred to as “Rocksylvania” among hikers, is 229 miles long and falls at the midpoint of the trail.
The pane of 15 Forever Stamps features scenic images taken along the trail, which spans 14 states from Maine to Georgia.
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LVHN Blue Envelope program Expands to Northampton County
All Northampton County Police departments Will participate in the Initiative aimed to improve Communication between Police officers and specialNeeds drivers
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PRISCILLA TURBITT
Less than a year after Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health, and the Lehigh County Chiefs of Police Association introduced the Blue Envelope Program to help com-
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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.
Northampton- Open Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 902 Lincoln Ave., Northampton. FMI call 610-262-4977.
munication between specialneeds drivers and police officers, LVHN and Northampton County Chiefs of Police Association are announcing their partnership to expand the program to more than 30 new departments.
“After deploying the program in Lehigh County, we received significant interest to partner with other counties in the communities we serve, and we are thrilled to collaborate with the Northampton County Police
Obituaries
Jason Thomas Beltz
Jason Thomas Beltz, 24, of Moore Township, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at his residence. Born in Allentown, Jason was a son of Leonard Jr. and Sheila Beltz (Kocher) of Moore Township.
He attended Cedar Crest Bible Fellowship Church, Allentown. Jason's family meant everything to him, and he found immense joy in spending time with them, particularly with his nephew, J.J., whose playful antics always managed to bring a smile to Jason's face. In addition to his family, Jason had a special bond with his cat Oliver, with whom he loved to cuddle.
Although he faced challenges in life, Jason remained a fan of many things, finding comfort and joy in watching Alabama Crimson Tide football games alongside his caring nurses, indulging in animated movies and cartoons, and listening to music that lifted his spirits. His kindness and resilience were an inspiration to all who had the privilege of knowing him.
In addition to his parents, Jason will be lovingly remembered by a brother, Jacob Beltz (Leann) of Nazareth; nephew, J.J. of Nazareth; paternal grandparents, Leonard Sr. and Virginia Beltz of Bath, Pa.; maternal grandparents, Ralph and Gloria Kocher of Danielsville, Pa.; aunts, uncles and cousins.
A Funeral Service was held at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 8, 2025, in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Inc., 2165 Community Drive, Moorestown - Bath 18014. Friends and relatives were invited to call on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Interment followed at Fairview CemeteryMoorestown. Online expressions
of sympathy may be recorded at bensingfuneralhome.net.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to Shriners Hospitals for Children, P.O. Box 947765, Atlanta, GA 30394. https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en.
Diana
S. “Susie” Berger
Diana S. "Susie" Berger, 75, of East Allen Township, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, March 9, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Richard R. Berger Sr., to whom she was married 35 years before his passing in 2006.
Born in Fountain Hill, Diana was the daughter of Clara M. (Rodger) Eberts of East Allen Township, and the late Kenneth C. Eberts. She was a graduate of Northampton High School, Class of 1968. A devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother, Diana unselfishly dedicated 41 years of her life to serving as the caregiver for her late son, Ricky. Although she enjoyed crocheting and taking trips to Lancaster and Wildwood, Diana cherished spending time with her three grandsons whom she so dearly loved. She was a lifelong member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Hecktown.
Survivors: Diana will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by her mother, Clara M. (Rodger) Eberts of East Allen Township; daughter, Tracy L. Berger-Carmen and husband, Larry, of Moore Township; three grandsons, Richard, Donald and David; a brother, Timothy Eberts of Bath; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, Richard Sr., she was predeceased by a son, Richard R. "Ricky" Berger Jr., in 2012; and a brother, Ronald L. Eberts, in 2022.
Services: A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 11 a.m. in Trin-
ity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 323 Nazareth Pike, (Hecktown) Bethlehem, PA 18020. Friends and relatives are invited to call on Wednesday morning from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. Interment will follow at Hope Cemetery, Hecktown. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Inc., in the Village of Moorestown - Bath. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at bensingfuneralhome.net.
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church of Hecktown.
Eileen A. Miller
Eileen A. Miller, 73, of Bath, Pa. passed away on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025 at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Muhlenberg, Bethlehem, Pa. Born on Oct. 4, 1951, in Northampton, Pa., she was the daughter of Marguerite (Heffintrayer) Woodring, of Bath, and the late Walter E. Woodring. Always one who enjoyed taking care of others, Eileen worked as a home health aide for Nepa Support Solutions, until recently retiring. She also enjoyed exploring the outdoors, and had a hobby of collecting fossil rocks.
Survivors: In addition to her mother Marguerite, she will be missed by her son, Jason Miller and his wife Michelle, of Georgia; two sisters, Bonnie Hoffert and Sharon Kohler; two brothers, Donald Woodring and Wayne W. Woodring; five grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her beloved son, Christopher Miller and her brother, Larry W. Woodring.
Services: will be private at the convenience of the family. Arrangements and cremation have been entrusted to the Bartholomew Funeral Home, Bath.
as an expert in the cement industry. A 1928 article in Rock Products: Cement and Engineering News described Franks’ recently opened Keystone Portland Cement Company plant in East Allen Township and noted his reputation for building fine cement plants and building each one better than the last one.
Franks was born in Philadelphia on Dec. 31, 1869, and began his 80-year business career as a machinist. By the time he was 33 years old, he had built and sold his first cement company at Martins Creek. Fred immediately began work on his second plant, the Bath Portland Cement Company in East Allen Township, in 1903. He remained associated with this company until it was sold to the Lehigh Portland Cement Company in 1925. He served as vice president of the company and plant superintendent.
The Company House
As superintendent, Fred and his family lived in a home located on company property at Airport Road and Route 329. He had married Florence Gish, also a Philadelphia native, in 1894. Their only child, Frederick B. Franks Jr., was born in 1899.
While the large house was their home, it was also used to entertain company visitors. When an overheated stove fire damaged the house in February 1916, the Morning Call described the house as “magnificent, one of the finest in the Lehigh Valley” and noted the considerable loss of pictures, bric-a-brac and art objects.
The Franks moved to Allentown before the BPCC was sold to the Lehigh Portland Cement Company. LPCC acquired the house as part of their purchase. In 1942, LPCC sold the house and almost four acres to Ted and Lola Drummond, and in 1950 the Drummonds sold the home to Earl White, the father of the lady who called the Society.
After BPCC
After BPCC, Franks built the Keystone Portland Cement Company in East Allen, sold his controlling interest, and then built the National Portland Cement Company, retiring in 1943. In 1934, he and a partner acquired the Horlacher Brewing Company and he was a vice president of the company when he died in 1968 at age 98.
We thank Mrs. Wiemann for all her research and we hope she continues looking back at our local history and we look forward to working with her in the future.
Keystone Cement, 1929, from “Bath and Its Neighbors”
Getting Out!
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.
4th Annual Veterans Outreach Day- Saturday, May 3 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hungarian Hall, 1300 Stewart St., Northampton. Open to all veterans, their families and caretakers. FMI call 610-969-2082.
8th Annual Nazareth Adult Soapbox Derby- Saturday, June 7 at noon on West Prospect Street in Nazareth. Visit nasbra.com for more info.
16th Annual Paw Prints on the Canal- Sunday, June 8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Canal Street Park in Northampton.
Bath Area Fish Committee’s Annual Kids Fishing Contest- Begins Saturday, April 26 at 8 a.m., ends Sunday, April 27 at 3 p.m. at the Monocacy Creek in Bath. Fish stocking Friday, April 25 around 3:30 p.m.
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 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. Volunteers needed, email bathpamuseum@gmail.com or message Bath Museum on Facebook.
Community Dinner at The Table- First and third Tuesdays of the month at 5:30 p.m. at 1769 Newport Ave., Northampton. All are welcome.
Dementia Support Group- Held third Thursday every month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., 2801 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem. Designed for families and caregivers of dementia patients.
East Allen Township Historical Society- Meets third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. East Allen Township Open Space and Farmland Preservation Committee- Meets third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. New committee members welcome. Easton Winter Market- Every Saturday through April from 10 a.m. to noon outside the Easton Public Market, 323 Northampton St., Easton. EBT accepted.
Free Community Breakfast- Saturday, March 22 from 8-11 a.m. at Salem UCC, 2218 Community Drive, Bath. Please call 610-7591652 to RSVP.
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.
Iglesia Pentecostal Church Food Bank- Open to the public every first and third Monday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2459 E. Scenic Drive, Bath.
Moore Twp. Assoc. for Families in Need- Meets second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church, 2715 Mountain View Drive, Bath.
Morningstar Memory Cafe by Senior Solutions- An opportunity for people with dementia and their care partners to gather for fun, socialization and refreshments; meets second and fourth Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon at Advent Moravian Church, 3730 Jacksonville Road, Bethlehem. For registration, call 610-258-0700.
Nazareth Winter Farmers Market- Held the third Saturday of the month through April from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Nazareth Center for the Arts, 30 Belvidere St.
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 Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Northampton Borough Fire Dept.
Pa. State Police Child Safety Seat Check- Monday, May 19 from 2-8 p.m. at Bath Borough municipal building parking lot, 121 S. Walnut St., Bath.
Spuds & Spurs Festival- Saturday, June 21 from 1-6 p.m. on South Chestnut Street (between Main and Northampton streets).
Northampton County Executive Lamont McClure announces Campaign for Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District
Submitted by MADISON PALMER
Northampton County Executive Lamont McClure recently announced that he is running to represent Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District.
"Public service was instilled in me at the kitchen table," McClure said. "My parents taught me that whatever God-given talent I have, I have an obligation to use it in service of others as well as myself. That's why I'm running to serve you in Congress.”
McClure served on the Northampton County Council from 2006 to 2013 and as county executive since 2018.
"I've always been a fighter on your side against powerful interests," McClure added. "Whether I was fighting the world’s largest corporations and their insurance
companies on behalf of Steelworkers and other Trades people, or while on Northampton County Council battling to protect
the elderly residents of our nursing home from being sold out to a for-profit corporation, or as County Executive taking on and beating the opioid manufacturers who caused so much death and devastation through the fentanyl crisis.”
For more information about Lamont McClure and his campaign, visit mcclureforpa.com.
Northampton Area High School Honor Roll
Marking Period 2
submitted by CARRIE GRUBER
Grade 9
Distinguished Honors
Naile Irem Akca, Evan Allen Barthol, Grayson Tyler Connell, Darcy Jean Conrad, Jangel Dee Cruz Rodriguez, Eli Nicholas Daniels, Brayden Michael Garrison, Joseph Robert Geist, Vivienn Rose Giordano, Jaelynn Guzman, Riley Malcolm Howells, Sophia Maxine Kostik, Leland Michael Krywonis, Aliya Joy Kuehn, Jacob Thomas Malseed, Josiah Yadiel Martinez, Maxine Juliet Martinez, Dean Kelly Matika, Cooper Sebastian Montanez, Caleb Holles Moyer, Parker Nagy, Kaya Pietryka, Annalese Daisy Raker, Lydia Nila Rockel, Madison Lynn Schaffer, Allison Elizabeth Silfies, Domenic Joseph
Silfies, Landin Charles Smith, James William Sponsler, Ada
Rose Steeley, Addison Elizabeth Ulshafer, Jace Michael Vajda, Maria Rita Younes, Kolby Fenton Youwakim
High Honors
Isabella Francesca Abdouche, Liam Viet Beck, Luke Robert Becker, Jainielliz Bermudez, Rose Taina Berrios, Thaddeus Charles Bloss, Allison Lynn Bonstein, Kayla Morgan Breen, Lucas MinHee Cho, Emily Elizabeth Christopher, Kaleb Peyton Clarke, Aiden Thomas Corsetti, Brennah
Rose Julia Coulter, Evie Marie Crisafulli, Ryan Lee Cruz, Ashley Ferne Dearden, Sadie Rose Deibert, Nadia Jade Dougherty, Emily Isabella Lee Drosnock, Jaxon Riley Essig, Jacob Andrew Fallenstein, Bella Jade Gellis, Emma Grace Gerstner, Arvin Singh Gill,
Brayden Douglas Hachtman, Riley Jameson Hafner, Amber Hinkle, Brianna Maria Hlinka, Davyn Kyler Holland, Madelyn Ann Johnston, Brooke Abigail Jones, Kristiana Leigh Krill, Alivia Jean Kuehn, Blake Alexander Lavenburg, Kelley Stephen Leitch, Olivia Rose Marth, Payten Lynn Mazur, Devin Anson McDonald, Abigail Lee McGrail, Brooke Elizabeth Meister, Nicholas Carmen Mercadante, Isabel Alysa Montiel, Isaiah Christian Najera, Ariana Hatije Nesimi, Caleb Anthony Noone, Elsie June Nunamacher, Juliana Nicole Ober, Alivia Anne ODonnell, James Opacic, Bella Maria Otis, Victoria Annamaria Pacchioni, Dominick Gregory Pahountis, Kenan Andrew Peck, Honour Maureen Raub, Laila Rose Reichl, Kiera Elizabeth Rickard, Isabella Nazha Roke, Aleksander Jacob Roman, Austin David Rosenblatt, Ty Dayne Rutzmoser, Angelisa Ivelisse Santiago, Emma Rose Schall, Grace Olivia Schall, Henry John Schoeneberger, Aidan Michael Sergent, Joseph Luke Shadid, Noah James Skoff, Kyla Jenifer Smerdon, Brielle Alexis
Snyder, Amelia Lois Sommons, Madelyn Ann Taff, Alexander
Jeffrey Takacs, Isabella Marie Toohey, Clarabella Grace Urban, Hannah Emily Wargo, Brody Allen Warner, Brayden Lee Wenrich, Avery Joseph Wilson, Brady Robert Woolslayer, Emma Mae Yost
Honors
Taylor Grace Altif, Madelyn Mae Baltz, Lukas Anthony Bendekovits, Colby Ryan Brearman, Reed Edward Burkhart, Olivia Catherine Case, Chase Alan Casterlin, Quinton JinHee Cho, Andrea De Jesus Cobos Cedeno, Mia Rose Deemer, Bryan Jacob Deily, Austin James Delong, Katherine Elizabeth Deshler, Olivia Ivy Deutsch, Dustin Hayes Druckenmiller, Jordyn Angelica Flamisch, Brady Anthony Frack, Julia Elizabeth Furry, Christian Phillip Hoffman, Katelyn June Kline, Levi Joseph Lattemann, Megan Marie Layton, Abigail Mary Lesisko, Jessenia Lynn Lucas-Collis, Emma Beth Luipersbeck, Joseph Michael Miller, Joshua Ethan Miller, Hailey Payton Myer, Mya Mae Pagan, Alejandra Ivonne Palacio, Carson
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Klecknersville Rangers Fire Co Hall, 2718 Mountain View Dr., Bath, PA 18014
Kitchen open throughout the event, includes HOMEMADE baked goods Easter Dinner Basket Raffle • Door Prizes • Tricky Tray
Event Hosted by the Moore Township Lioness-Lions
AYCE
Blythe Rader, Isabella Rebecca Ramos, Justin Thomas Reilly, Logan Kutz Rusnock, Chloe Amber Ryan, Jacob Edward Seidick, Hannah Mary Tauber, Jacalynn Carol Tauber, Hannah Elizabeth Tyrrell, Nathaniel Raymond Vaughn, Violet Grace Walakovits, Madison Leigh Williamson Grade 10
Distinguished Honors
Lilliana Elizabeth Ash, Ada Margaret Wilde Barnhorst, Hailey Summer Barreto, Kaitlyn Elizabeth Bartek, Drew Thomas Bauer, Hailey Marie Blocker, Carla Angelina Carrasco Francisco, Aaden Lucas Clough, Amelia Rose Cole, Chase William Czarnecki, Brady Francis Davis-Luizer, Kendel Evangelyn DeCrescenzo, Isabella Morgan Derhammer, Connor Jakob Dimmick, Hannah Nicole Flamisch, Lea Kahealani Fornarotto, Yianna Maria Gougoustamos, Zeynep Berra Horuz, Katelyn Rae Hudsco, Blayze Hunter Ibarra, Keira Marie Kunkel, Katherine Daisy Landis, Autumn Marie Maikits, Yehudy Maudiel Martinez Barrera, JosMarie Myra Mateo, Kacee Anne Medei, Cora Evelyn Nunamacher, Kaylee Elizabeth Ossa, Daniella Passanisi, Lily Ava Pennington, Natalie Rose Regalis, Chase Cameron Robbins, Eddialee Rodriguez, Gabrielle Elise Rodriquez, Zoe Caicos Sandt, Logan Patrick Saylor, Nathan Wayne Scheirer, Tyler Dennis Schnoke, Ashley Lea Share, Christopher Andrew Stumpf, Amber Marie Talbot, Alexia Lynn Unangst, Grace Elizabeth Wolfel High Honors Xavier David Abruzzi, Michael Joseph Aguanno, Aiden Nicholas Ambriano, Gabriel Ballard, Tyler Alan Biechy, Tyler Scott Borger, Jasper Aidden Bowers, Brianna Jaelyn Clough, Madelyn Ann Coughlan, Matthew Douglas Cramer, Anthony Louis Curto, Aidan Michael D'Avanzo, Camren Troy DeAngelo, Aubrey Fayth Dochat, Grace Elizabeth Dorward, Andrew Joseph Eberts, Sariah Rain Evert-Brida, Zody Marie Feliciano, Alyiah Marie Ferrer, Jillian Lynn Fertal, Rylee Mia Gable, Matthew Thomas Gehringer, Elena Kim Gehris, Aurora Nicole Greene, Caidyn Michael Thomas Greenway, Noah Jonathan Hafer, Colin Gregg Hamilton, Caleb Michael Harka, Zachary William Hartzell, Kathryn Susan Heller, Brooklyn Marie Henne, Joshua Richard Holub, Kara Elizabeth Hudsco, Dahlia Mae Janis, Wyatt Adam Jones, Marc Andrew Jusinski, Travis Paul Kaintz, Kaylee Rea Kerrigan, Evan Paul Kleppinger, Rowan James Korpics, Kennedy Rose Leitch, Olly Nicole Macher, Alex Matejcek, Kailynn Skye Meixsell, Adriana Kaylyn Miklich, Nadia Michele Najera, Ethan Michael Olesh, Natalie Grace Pagut, Carly Joan Pearl, Abigail Victoria Pennington, Kilee Marie Pinho, Derek Michael Raudabaugh, Gavin Thomas Regits, Luisa Matia Rivera, Danika Renee Rodriguez, Gabriela Michelle Rodriguez, Oseas Amitai Rodriguez Romero,
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pole must be replaced, which will double the cost of the project. The project will now cost approximately $200,000 and the grant requires a 20% match, which will cost the township $40,000.
Township Manager Stephen Nowroski identified that there was an issue with the township’s tax collector mailing out tax bills, but they are working with the vendor to rectify the situation. Additionally, the township’s webpage has not gone live yet for residents to submit their tax payments online, but the webpage should be up and running by the end of the week.
Supervisors then unanimously approved a resolution to adopt the Emergency Management Plan and a resolution for the Traffic Signal Maintenance Agreement, which is a requirement for the Green Light – Go grant.
Last, Kristy Arthofer from Arthofer’s Towing & Transport voiced that she was surprised and disappointed that they had to reapply to be on the township’s towing rotation after a resolution updating the Towing Providers Policy was approved last month. Arthofer said she was not contacted to do so and was therefore not included in the list of towing providers that serve the township, which will cost a potential loss of two-thirds of her company’s business.
Arthofer also stated that she is unable to understand the rationale of approving towing companies from up to five miles outside the township’s radius as towing providers when her company has served the township for years and is located in Moore Township.
Arthofer respectfully asked that the resolution be amended to include Arthofer Towing & Transport because they have multiple tow trucks available to service several vehicles simultaneously, have previously collaborated well with the police and fire departments and including their business in the rotations reduces the time it takes for tow trucks to arrive on scene since they reside in the township, whereas other providers do not.
Additionally, the owner of Hoss Towing, which is located right outside the township in Bath, is a Moore Township resident and asked the board if his business could also be considered as one of the towing providers in the rotation.
Due to the Sunshine Act, the board will add discussion of the township’s towing providers to next month’s agenda.
The next Moore Township Board of Supervisors regular monthly meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 1 at 6 p.m. in the municipal building, located at 2491 Community Drive.
Bath Borough Council approves new administration Policies; awards bid for lawn care services
By SAVANNAH BROWN
The Bath Borough Council met Monday, March 10 to hear presentations from two individuals running for official county positions, provide committee reports and discuss various motions and resolutions.
First, candidates running for official county positions in the upcoming election introduced themselves to council and residents.
Running for Northampton County Court of Common Pleas judge, Robert Eyer is the county’s first assistant district attorney. During the 30 years he has practiced law, Eyer has handled criminal defense, civil, business, estate, municipal zoning and planning, divorce, child custody, juvenile delinquency and dependency matters, worked as a prosecutor and court administrator for thousands of asbestos cases and was named chief public defender in 2014.
“All of those things are all of the things that a judge needs to have experience with when that judge takes the bench, and I have spent the last 30 years of my career doing just that. ... And if you look at the length and breadth of my career as a lawyer, it really shows a devotion and a commitment to public service,” Eyers stated.
Eyer currently resides in Allen Township and intends to crossfile on both Democrat and Republican tickets in the upcoming primary election on May 20.
Running for magistrate in Magisterial District 03-3-02 that encompasses Bushkill Township, Chapman Borough, Bath Borough, Wind Gap Borough, Stockertown, and parts of Plainfield and Moore townships, Robert Kemmerer has been a lifelong Nazareth-area resident where he graduated from high school in 1997 before attending East Stroudsburg University and
graduating with a degree in sociology/criminal justice in 2004. Living in Bushkill Township for almost his entire life, he currently resides there with his wife and daughter.
Kemmerer began working in Northampton County courts as a probation and parole officer, transferring to the DUI division in 2007 and then pre-trial services in 2018. Kemmerer also took over as pre-trial services department director in 2020, worked
with Northampton County to create a risk assessment program to reintegrate low-level offenders back into the community safely and was chair of the Criminal Justice Advisory Board. In order to run for political office, Kemmerer resigned from his position on Feb. 14 but currently serves on the Bushkill Township Environmental Advisory Council and is a trustee for the Nazareth Moravian Church.
EMS ambulance assist in the 1300 block of Newport Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.
Traffic stop in the 1000 block of Main St. A traffic stop was conducted.
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Traffic stop, E. 15th St. and Main St., E. 21st St. and Main St., and Laubach Ave. and E. 19th St. Traffic stops were conducted.
EMS ambulance assist in the 1600 block of Laubach Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.
Non-reportable accident in the 2000 block of Center St. involving two vehicles.
Check person/welfare in the 100 block of Stark St. Request to check the welfare of a female.
Neighbor complaint in the 2100 block of Lincoln Ave. Report of a neighbor issue.
EMS ambulance assist in the 400 block of E. 9th St. Officers assist EMS with transport of a male.
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Traffic stop in the unit block of W. 21st St., the 1200 block and the 2000 block of Main St., the unit block of E. 4th St., and the 600 block of E. 21st St. Traffic stops were conducted.
and Canal St. Report of a juvenile issue.
Fire call in the 1300 block of Canal St. Officers assist the Northampton Fire Department.
Suspicious person in the 1900 block of Main St. Report of a suspicious male.
Assist person in the 2100 block of Washington Ave. Officers assist a female.
Check person/welfare in the 2000 block of Center St. Request to check the welfare of a male.
Suspicious act in the 1500 block of Dewey Ave. Report of a suspicious act.
EMS ambulance assist in the 100 block of E. 17th St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.
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Fraud in the 2000 block of Main St. Report of fraud.
Disturbance, Franklin St. and R. Paul St. Report of a disturbance.
Admission to Kindergarten: Child must be five years old on or before September 1, 2025.
Admission to First Grade: Child must be six years old on or before September 1, 2025.
*Children currently enrolled in Kindergarten in our school district need not register for first grade.
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Immunization Record Must Show the Following:
• 4 doses of tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis (1 dose on or after the 4th birthday)
• 4 doses of polio (4th dose on or after the 4th birthday and at least 6 months after previous dose given)
• 2 doses of measles, mumps, rubella - usually given as MMR
• 3 doses of hepatitis B
• 2 doses of varicella (chickenpox) or evidence of immunity
Physical and dental examinations are required for entrance into Kindergarten and may be completed up to one year prior to entrance into kindergarten. The Dental Form and Physical Form for these exams are available on our District website listed above.
ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS
Upload to Your Child’s Online Application:
• 2 proofs of residency in Northampton Area School District that also verify parent/guardian name and address
• One (1) of the following:
• Copy of current mortgage, lease, or rental agreement, or
• Residency affidavit or Multiple Occupancy Certificate, and
• At least one (1) of the following:
• Current utility bill (within previous thirty (30) days), or
• Pennsylvania Department of Transportation identification or driver’s license, with current address, or
• Copy of recent paycheck stub with name and address of employee and employer, or
• Copy of state/federal program enrollment.
• Original birth certificate for child
• Custody papers (if applicable)
If you are unable to register online at home, please call your child’s school for assistance: Northampton Borough Elementary: 610-262-6430 Lehigh Elementary: 610-767-1191 George Wolf Elementary: 610-837-1833 Moore Elementary: 610-837-1859
Check person/welfare in the 300 block of E. 10th St. Request to check the welfare of a female.
Juvenile problem in the 800 block of Main St. Report of a juvenile issue.
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Suspicious vehicle in the 2300 block of Dewey Ave. Report of a suspicious vehicle.
Traffic stop, Main St. and E. 4th St., the 2300 block of Main St., and the 600 block of E. 21st St. Traffic stops were conducted.
EMS ambulance assist in the 400 block of E. 11th St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.
Neighbor complaint in the 100 block of E. 17th St. Report of a neighbor issue.
Unwanted person in the 1000 block of Main St. Report of an unwanted male.
Assist person in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist a male.
Juvenile problem in the 1600 block of Laubach Ave. Report of a juvenile issue.
Assist person in the 2300 block of Dewey Ave. Officers assist a female.
Disturbance in the 1700 block of Franklin St. Report of a disturbance.
EMS ambulance assist in the 1000 block of Main St., and the 600 block of Walker Dr. Officers assist EMS with the transports of males.
Juvenile problem in the 1600 block of Laubach Ave. Report of a juvenile issue.
Check person/welfare in the 300 block of E. 12th St. Request to check the welfare of a female.
Civil matter in the 200 block of E. 11th St. Report of a civil issue.
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Traffic stop in the unit block of Lerchenmiller Dr., and Lerchenmiller Dr. and Smith Ln. Traffic stops were conducted.
Assist person in the 1600 block of Railroad St., and the 2300 block of Washington Ave. Officers assist males.
Juvenile problem, W. 14th St.
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Domestic in the 1600 block of Newport Ave., and the 2300 block of Main St. Reports of domestics involving a male and a female.
EMS ambulance assist in the 2000 block of Washington Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.
Assist person in the 1700 block and the 2300 block of Main St. Officers assist females.
Check person/welfare in the 1700 block of Canal St. Request to check the welfare of a male.
Assist person in the 300 block of E. 21st St. Officers assist a male.
Traffic stop in the 600 block of E. 21st St., the 1500 block of Laubach Ave., and E. 21st St. and Laubach Ave. Traffic stops were conducted.
Northampton Fire Dept. Call Log
The Northampton Fire Department responded to the following incidents in Northampton Borough during the week of March 2.
Station 42 – Northampton Borough
Station 45 – Allen Township
Station 5 – Coplay Borough
MARCH 2
Station 42: 1100 block Lincoln Avenue. Ambulance assist.
MARCH 3
Stations 42, 45, 5: 500 block East 11th Street. Odor investigation.
MARCH 4
Stations 42, 45, 5: 800 block Held Drive. Automatic fire alarm.
MARCH 7
Stations 42, 45, 5: 600 block Washington Avenue. Automatic fire alarm.
Station 42: 2400 block Cherryville Road. Ambulance assist.
NORTHAMPTON AREA
Northampton Borough Council Receives update from Tri-Boro; Approves junior firefighter academy
By KERI LINDENMUTH
During their meeting on March 6, the Northampton Borough Council received a regular safety update from Tri-Boro Sportsmen Club Vice President Chris Bodnar. Bodnar outlined several safety enhancements the club is implementing. These include increasing the number of range patrols and requiring range orientation for all new members. Bodnar also said the club plans to purchase excavating equipment to move dirt for safety berms.
Bodnar recently led a public meeting with members and borough residents for feedback and ideas. He said the meeting was “well received,” with several
members volunteering to serve as range officers.
These safety efforts come after residents in February voiced concerns over stray bullets from hitting homes and cars.
Mayor Tony Pristash attended the meeting with Bodnar and stakeholders.
“Tri-Boro is truly doing everything they can very publicly, with plenty of transparency, and with a good heart to make…everything safe for the community,” he said.
In other news, council approved the 2025 Junior Firefighter Cadet Program for borough youth. The camp will run Monday, July 7 until Friday, July 11.
Graduation will be Saturday, July 12. There is no cost for borough residents.
“It is a good camp,” said Councilwoman Julia Kutzler.
Councilman Trevor Stone praised Barry Frantz for leading the program and thanked local businesses for sponsoring this year’s free camp.
Children and teens who enroll will experience hands-on training and teamwork activities, getting a sneak peek into the duties of a volunteer firefighter.
Also during the meeting, resident Jeffrey Kreps asked the borough to investigate a possible sinkhole on Station Alley, between Dewey and Lincoln avenues. Krepps asked the borough to look at the issue before it poses a hazard to residents or drivers.
Finally, with the weather warming, several spring events were announced by council. The annual egg hunt will be Saturday, April 12 at 11 a.m. at Municipal Park. The farmer’s market will also return on May 6 from 3 until 6 p.m. Finally, on May 10, the Northampton Regional EMS will hold a community safety day at their station on Canal Street. They’ll offer car seat checks and other safety lessons for seniors and families.
Seasonal employment positions for public works laborers and lifeguards are also available. Interested candidates can apply online or in person at the municipal building, located at 1401 Laubach Ave.
The next Northampton Borough Council meeting will be Thursday, March 20 at 7 p.m.
Purchasing a Women
veterans
License
plate Recognizes Women who Served, supports Veterans’ trust Fund
Submitted by JOSEPH BUTERA
As we celebrate Women’s History Month in March, the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs reminds drivers that purchasing one of the women veterans license plates recognizes the importance of women who served and supports programs assisting the approximately 63,000 women veterans in Pennsylvania.
Veterans license plate is available for passenger cars or trucks with a registered gross weight of not more than 14,000 pounds. Each plate costs $40, with $15 going directly to the Pennsylvania Veterans’ Trust Fund. The VTF regularly issues grants to statewide charitable organizations assisting veterans service organizations and county directors of veterans affairs. The grants are used to aid veterans in need of shelter, essential goods and other services.
“Women’s History Month can serve as a great reminder to show
support to our women veterans by purchasing one of our women veterans license plates,” said Brig. Gen. (PA) Maureen Weigl, deputy adjutant general for Veterans Affairs. “These plates signify the gratitude that Pennsylvanians have for all that our women veterans have done in defense of our nation.”
In December 2024, the Shapiro Administration announced six new military license plates to honor Pennsylvania veterans,
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Chiefs Association and offer this resource to even more people,” said Ryan Hay, administrator of emergency operations, LVHN.
The Blue Envelope Program is free and primarily aimed at drivers with autism spectrum disorder, but also can apply to those with other communications difficulties, anxiety or conditions that might hurt their ability to communicate during a traffic stop, accident or other interactions with police.
“The Northampton County Chiefs of Police Association is excited to implement this program in our communities to help ease the communication and lessen the stress for drivers who
are on the autism disorder spectrum during traffic stops,” said Thomas Barndt, president of the Northampton County Chiefs of Police Association and chief of Lower Saucon Police Department.
Under the program, drivers carry a blue envelope in their vehicle. The front of the envelope notes the driver is on the autism spectrum and indicates if that person is verbal or nonverbal. It includes instructions for the driver on what they should do during a traffic stop. The back of the envelope has tips for police to help their interaction with the driver go as smoothly as possible.
Inside that envelope is a sheet that explains the Blue Envelope Program and provides contact information for those who would be able to provide medical information or assistance in interact-
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ing with the driver if that becomes necessary. The sheet explains that ASD can impair the driver’s ability to communicate, that they may have difficulty understanding or responding to questions or display physical signs of being uncomfortable.
Drivers in the program are instructed to let law enforcement know they have a blue envelope and to retrieve the envelope when asked by police. It’s recommended ASD and other specialneeds drivers keep copies of their driver’s license, registration and insurance information in the blue envelope along with the information sheet that contains the emergency contacts.
Pediatrician Jill Colabroy, MD, with Lehigh Valley Physician Group Pediatrics, said the program helps police officers and drivers establish immediate com-
munication that can help create a better experience for all involved.
“Much like patients sometimes feel anxious about going to the doctor, getting pulled over by a police officer can be nerve-wracking, especially for someone with autism,” Dr. Colabroy said. “By having open, honest and meaningful conversation with our patients, we can often alleviate some of that angst. This tool helps both police and drivers have a starting point for effective communication, reducing worry and fear and increasing awareness, which is a win-win for everyone.”
Blue envelopes can be obtained in several ways: from a police department in Lehigh County or Northampton County, at LVPG Family Medicine, LVPG Pediatrics and LVPG Internal Medicine offices, or by requesting one at LVHN.org/blueenvelope, where a full list of participating organizations is listed. The patient and family information page inside the envelope is available in English and Spanish.
Suburban Darts
Week 24
Do you know someone whose life would be enriched by moving to a community that could provide them with assisted living and personalized care? If so, attend this Open House and learn about life at Morningstar Hall, our assisted living neighborhood. Meet our professional and caring staff, and tour the community.
Enjoy spring inspired food as you learn how your loved one will benefit from:
• Private, safe and secure living
• Help with medication management
Submitted by DAVE CASEY
Last week I made a mistake, Dryland took all three games from Christ UCC. I’m sorry about that, the standings this week are now correct. This week in the Dart League, St. Paul’s
increases its first place lead with a sweep of Emmanuel by scores of 17-4, 6-5 and 9-2. Leading the way for St. Paul’s were Dave Clark 9 for 14, Roger Kern and Paul Slimmon 8 for 14 apiece, Jason Gross 7 for 14, Jen Erkinger and Rich Kern with five hits each. Tom Dormida was 5 for 12 (HR), Jack Hill also 5 for 12, and Chuck Achenzie 4 for 12 (HR) for Emmanuel.
It was Dryland beating Ebenezer 6-2 and 3-0 in 10 innings before losing the ‘nightcap’ 5-0. Hitters for Dryland included Dave Crothamel 6 for 11 (hitting a 3 run HR to win Game 2), Karen Krome 4 for 10 and Larry Golick 4 for 11.
In other action, Star of Bethlehem after losing the opener 8-1 to Christ UCC, came back to win 5-4 in 11 innings and 8-0. Top hitters for Star of Bethlehem were Scott Hoffert 8 for 14, Bryan Frankenfield 5 for 14, Walt Hoffert also 5 for 14, with HR’s from Bill Hoke Sr. and Ron Frankenfield. Garry Hunsicker was 7 for 13, Eric Yocum 4 for 13, A.J. Renn 4 for 14, and Kevin Biechy with a HR for Christ UCC. The final match of the night saw Farmersville winning 6-2 and 3-2 over Blessed Trinity losing the opener 1-0. Leading hitters for Farmersville were Rick Kittek 5 for 12, Jason Steigerwalt 4 for 11, with HR’s from Tom George and Dennis Koehler. Terry Knauss was 5 for 12, Dan Halteman 4 for
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NAZARETH AREA
Nazareth YMCA members and instructors
Voice
concerns during town hall meeting
By SAVANNAH BROWN
On Wednesday, March 5, a Zoom meeting was held for Nazareth YMCA members and instructors to voice their concerns about recent changes made by the new leadership team.
In 2011, Zane Moore was hired to succeed the longtime executive director of the Central Bucks YMCA. Then in 2019, he oversaw the unification of the Upper and Central Bucks YMCAs, and in 2022, Hunterdon County became part of the organization, which formed the Bucks/Hunterdon YMCA.
Then, in July 2024, Moore managed the transition of the six-branch Greater Valley Y becoming part of the extended 12-branch regional YMCAs, forming the River Crossing YMCA where Moore currently serves as president and CEO.
However, recent changes to the Nazareth YMCA’s group exercise class schedule including canceling and eliminating many classes left members dissatisfied, frustrated and looking for answers.
Although the meeting was originally going to be held at the YMCA, the meeting was moved to the Zoom platform due to concerns about sufficient parking, where 60 individuals participated in the dialogue. Moore led the discussion by explaining that the recent changes were made due to concerns about best practices to ensure efficient and sustainable processes, which stemmed from a significantly low attendance rate that averaged 230 people per day.
“I don’t want to see this YMCA surviving, I want to see it thriving, so we do need to make some tough decisions, which might mean some consolidation of classes and realignment of different things,” said Moore.
During the meeting, Chief Operating Officer Trish Feinthel divulged that they are in the process of assembling a focus group that would shed light on what instructors and members want and need to move forward with developing a new group exercise sketch, as well as some other facility changes.
When members were given the opportunity to voice their concerns, Cynthia Bernsdorf, who has been an instructor at the Nazareth YMCA for 25 years, stated, “I think this decision demonstrated a disconnect between the mission and what we’re seeing happening to our Y because when we see 13 classes cut per week, we wonder how is that a service to our community?”
Bernsdorf added that there have been many classes that were either cut or drastically reduced while referring to the number of classes offered at other River Crossing YMCA locations, and implored, “Please don’t decimate our Y!”
Moore responded that it’s tough to compare the Nazareth YMCA with other locations because classes at other locations have higher attendance rates.
“We have to stay financially stable,” said Moore.
Moore explained that group classes with less than 10 participants are not sustainable, especially when they are getting ready to invest millions into the facility’s renovations, as well as investing in new gym equipment, staff promotions, cleaning procedures, parking and changes to the layout.
“We’re committed to rebuilding it,” Moore as-
suaged.
Treasurer of the Board Stephen Bajan revealed that in 2024, the Nazareth YMCA was not profitable; however, the renovations they are planning will create more space for larger group classes, which will help increase the membership and attendance rates that are needed to bring classes back.
Chief Marketing Officer Amanda Wappes assured everyone that they
would also be investing an additional $25,000 in marketing to help increase membership and participation.
Another Nazareth YMCA instructor commented that leadership didn’t attempt to partner with instructors about any of the issues and noted that the way leadership went about not communicating any of the changes was cruel.
In response, Feinthel stated there would be a
spring relaunch of classes in April or May, which will rely on the focus group identifying key times that attendance would be best.
“The only way out is through, so we’re going to have to get through some tough decisions,” Moore reiterated.
Other members brought up concerns regarding the poor cleanliness of the facility, broken fitness equipment, mold in the locker rooms and inadequate parking.
“We believe the community needs the Y,” said Moore, which is why they are prioritizing the Nazareth YMCA and looking into expanding the facilities and parking because they believe doing so will bring in more members and attendance.
When members asked when they will see these changes and renovations, Chief Development Officer Debbie Sontupe explained that they are still in the early stages of development and are currently waiting on the final numbers of how much money they raised for the project and how much the final costs will be.
Acknowledging that the merge was not easy, Moore admitted to lapses in communication and insisted they will come up with better communication strategies in the future for both members and instructors.
In closing, Moore said that he loved and appreciated the passion of Nazareth YMCA members,
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During reports, it was announced that the borough’s code enforcement line will now only include one line (484-861-7030) for residents to call, text and send photos, although complaints regarding local regulations such as parking, overgrown lawns, abandoned or unregistered vehicles, property maintenance and garbage can be submitted online through the borough website as well.
It was also announced that a fourth Public Works employee was hired, and residents were advised to not touch any of the dead turkey vultures that were recently spotted in the borough due to the recent spread of type A H5N1 avian influenza, also known as bird flu. If spotted, residents are encouraged to report them to the Pennsylvania Game Commission by calling 1-833-PGC-WILD (1-833-742-9453), by emailing pgc-wildlifehealth@pa.gov or by using the online Wildlife Health Survey tool.
Councilwoman Lauren Bullsnake then suggested council consider painting a red box around the intersection at the Center Street and South Walnut Street intersection where the fire department exits from, so that cars do not block the road or delay the fire department from their route when there is a fire or ambulance call. Council unanimously approved permission for the borough engineer to apply for a highway occupancy permit from PennDOT to move forward with the project.
Additionally, Bullsnake suggested that council revisit the idea of installing cameras at certain intersections due to traffic and pedestrian signals continuously being hit by vehicles since it is becoming very costly for the borough to keep fixing them. In other news, council unanimously approved a resolution for the borough’s annual State of the Borough Address as an internal policy and adoption of the 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan update.
Council also unanimously approved a SALDO application extension for 522 E. Northampton St. through July 31 for stormwater testing.
Next, council unanimously approved several motions, which included entering into an agreement with HERA Registration to manage the borough’s foreclosure properties; adopting a Commercial Driver’s License Training Policy that will allow borough
employees to obtain their CDL at the borough’s expense if the training is included in the current budget, but will require reimbursement if the employees quit before a certain number of years; adopting the Office Administration Policy as an internal formality for office staff in regard to job descriptions; adopting amendments to the Public Works Shift Differential Policy; awarding the 2025 lawn care services bid to Strauser’s Nature Helpers for $27,837, which is a different contractor than the borough went with the last few years due to the requirement that they must choose the lowest responsible bidder; and authorization for the borough to move forward with an official borough map and slight updates to boundary errors of the official zoning map and official overlay district map. The official borough map will include property lot boundaries and existing roads and can be used as a tool for the borough to plan for the development of potential roads by identifying proposed future roads on the map. The map can also be used to show existing features such as basins, parks, railroads, easements, and more if council chooses to add them to the map. Council also approved a motion to allow the borough manager to negotiate the purchase of real property belonging to Joseph Homay containing approximately 0.50 acres of vacant wooded land, located off of Creek Road, pending the outcome of a property appraisal and review of property documentation. The property was appraised at $1,000 and Homay countered the offer at $2,500. President Frank Hesch suggested offering Homay $2,000 for the property, but the rest of council agreed upon $1,500. Upcoming events that were announced at the meeting included the fire department’s annual Easter egg hunt on Sunday, April 13 at Keystone Park; the Pa. State Police child safety seat check/install on Monday, May 19 from 2-8 p.m. in the borough’s municipal building parking lot; the 2025 community-wide yard sales at residences and businesses on Saturday, May 3 and Sept. 6 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (yard sale permit fee waived for these dates only and no sales are permitted in the parks); and Mayor Mirabito’s 2025 summer splash nights will be on Thursday June 5, July 10 and Aug. 7 from 6-7:30 p.m. at Firefighters Field, 300 N. Chestnut St.
The next Bath Borough Council meeting will be held on Monday, April 14 at 6 p.m. in Borough Hall, located at 121 S. Walnut St.
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with three of these plates specifically honoring women veterans.
The new women veterans plates are:
• Honoring Our Women Veteran Motorcycle Registration Plate – A special fund registration plate allowing applicants to purchase the plate for a fee of $41, with $15 going to the Veterans’ Trust Fund to support programs and resources assisting women veterans. Applicants must submit a completed MV-914, “Application for Honoring Our Veterans Special Fund Registration Plate.”
• Women Veteran Motorcycle Registration Plate – This standard issue motorcycle plate is available for a fee of $26 and consists of plate colors of white, blue, and gold and bears a graphic representing women veterans. Applicants must submit a completed MV-150V, “Application for U.S. Military Service Registration Plate,” and a legible photocopy of their Form DD-214 “Separation Papers or Discharge Papers,” or a legible photocopy of the front and back of their DD2(RET), “United States Uniformed Services Identification Card (Retired).”
• Women Veteran Registration Plate - This standard issue plate is available for a fee of $26 and consists of plate colors of white, blue, and gold and bears a graphic representing women veterans. Applicants must submit a completed MV-150V, “Application for U.S. Military Service Registration Plate,” and a legible photocopy of their Form DD-214 “Separation Papers or Discharge Papers,” or a legible photocopy of the front and back of their DD2(RET), “United States Uniformed Services Identification Card (Retired).”
The remaining three plates recognize service members who received medals or honors for individual achievements or deployments. The plates are the standard license plate colors of white, blue, and gold and bear a graphic of the medal awarded. For a fee of $26, the plates are available for use on passenger cars or trucks with a registered gross weight of not more than 14,000 pounds.
These other new plates include:
• Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal Registration Plate – Applicants must submit a completed MV-150, “Application for U.S. Military Service Registration Plate,” and a legible photocopy of their Form DD214 “Separation Papers or Discharge Papers” indicating they were awarded the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal.
• Operation Inherent Resolve Veterans Plate – Applicants must submit a completed MV-150P, “Application for U.S. Military Service Registration Plate,” and a legible photocopy of their Form DD-214 “Separation Papers or Discharge Papers” indicating they participated in Operation Inherent Resolve against the Islamic State and the Levant, which encompasses campaigns in Iraq, Syria, and Libya.
• Borinqueneers Congressional Gold Medal Registration Plate -
Applicants must submit a completed MV-150P, “Application for U.S. Military Service Registration Plate,” and a legible photocopy of their Form DD-214 “Separation Papers or Discharge Papers” indicating they served in the 65th Infantry Regiment – The Borinqueneers – or other evidence or having received the Congressional Gold Medal.
“Women have proudly served our nation with courage and dedication for generations, stepping up in times of war and peace,” said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. “Our new Women’s Veteran plates are a simple yet powerful way to show our support and gratitude. The Honoring Our Women Veteran Motorcycle Registration plate goes even further by providing an additional opportunity to support vital services for women veterans, with a portion of the plate fee directly benefiting programs that assist them.”
The DMVA is continuing to offer Honoring Our Veterans license plates for passenger cars, trucks with a registered gross weight of not more than 14,000 pounds, and motorcycles for $41 each, with $15 from each plate also going to the VTF.
In addition to the sales of these license plates, there are a variety of programs designed to help fund the VTF in support of Pennsylvania’s nearly 700,000 veterans. To learn more about how to purchase these plates and support the VTF, visit www.vtf. pa.gov.
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asking for patience through the process as they figure things out because they know that every decision made, in the best interest of the facility and its longevity, won’t always be popular with members and staff.
If Nazareth YMCA members and instructors would like to participate in the upcoming focus group, they should look for more information as it becomes available or contact the River Crossing YMCA leadership team.
Bath Bowling
Bath Commercial Bowling League
Week No. 26
Standings
Team Won Lost
Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering 27 17 Daku Auto Body 26 18
Broken Tackle 24 20
Bath Supply 23 21
Rice Family 22 22
Alvin H Butz 21 23
Maxx
Amusements 17 27
Vince Bauer Fiberglass Repair 16 28
Bath Supply (2)
Steve Kerbacher 614 (231-205)
Brent Connolly 599 (244)
Frank Yeakel 540 (212)
Frank Donchez 536
Vince Bauer Fiberglass Repair (2)
Wyatt Davidson 605 (205-201)
Alvin H Butz (0)
Lee Hilbert 656 (235-209-212)
Bob Davidson III 644 (257)
Bob Davidson Jr601 (218-203)
Frank Pavlov 518
Ben Bogdan 516
Daku Auto Body (4)
Marc Beichey741 (256-228-257)
John Kirchner676 (257-204-215
Al Davidson 630 (211-226)
Rob Daku 600 (208-210)
Bob Faustner 536 (203)
Rice Family (1)
Chris Reeser 642 (227
Broken Tackle (3)
Butch Riddle 651 (248-218)
Ed Zupko 648 (237-215)
Shannon Quick 631 (226-222)
Paul Berkowitz 578 (205)
Shawn Carraghan 537 (206)
Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering (1)
Ty Pagotto 621 (201-244)
Ed Musselman 567 (218)
Terry Bartholomew 565 (209)
Terry Pagotto 564 (237)
Gerald Bartholomew 521
Maxx Amusements (3)
Earl Holland Jr 696 (237-225-234)
Earl Holland Sr 536
Bill Bachman 523 (200)
Bath Industrial Bowling League Week No. 27 Standings
Team Won Lost Shafer Landsc. 29 19 Color Rite 28 20
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124 Belvidere Street
Nazareth, PA 18064
Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (2/27-3/13)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Howard E. Beers, late of the Township of Upper Nazareth, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased
WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to James Allen Beers and Suzanne Lynn Dobranski, also known as Suzanne Lynn Blair, Executors of the Estate of Howard E. Beers. 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
James Allen Beers and Suzanne Lynn Dobranski, also known as Suzanne Lyn Blair
℅ 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 (2/27-3/13)
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2025 RENTAL EQUIPMENT
prevailing time, Thursday, April 3, 2025 for the furnishing of 2025 Maintenance and Road Materials. Bids will be opened and read aloud at 6:00 p.m., that same day at the Nazareth Regional Ambulance Building, 519 Seip Avenue, Nazareth PA. All available information covering the furnishing of these materials can be secured from Keith Knecht, Public Works Superintendent ( 610 -759 -0401...484239-1197 ) or the office of the Borough Engineer, Michael Schallock of Keystone Consulting Engineers 2870 Emrick Boulevard Bethlehem PA 18020 - 610-865-4555.
Bids are to be submitted in duplicate, accompanied by a properly certified check drawn to the order of the Borough of Nazareth, or a Bid Bond in the amount of One Thousand ($1,000.00) Dollars.
The successful bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond with corporate surety in the amount of One Thousand ($1,000.00) Dollars within twenty (20) days of the award, guaranteeing compliance with the specifications and delivery within the time specified by the bidder in his bid. Bids should be plainly marked “BID FOR 2025 MAINTENANCE AND ROAD MATERIALS “.
The Borough of Nazareth reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
Paul A. Kokolus
Secretary/Treasurer
The Borough of Nazareth (3/6 & 3/13)
ESTATE NOTICE
cel # K6NW3A 3 2 and K6NW3A 3 3 and are in the Commercial Neighborhood (C-N) Zoning District.
Interested parties are welcome to attend the hearing and may have an opportunity to be heard.
Shawn Leidy Bath Borough Zoning/Code Enforcement Officer (3/6 & 3/13)
NOTICE OF FORFEITURE ANY INTERESTED PARTIES TO A 2003 CHEV BEARING VIN#1GBE4E1E03F513918 ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED OF FORFEITURE AND SALE OF TO TAKE PLACE MARCH 17. ANYONE WITH LEGAL RIGHTS TO SAID VEHICLE PLEASE CONTACT 610365-8200 PRIOR TO SALE DATE. (3/13)
REQUEST FOR BIDS
The Northampton Area School District will receive sealed bids until 11:00 a.m., prevailing time, on April 16th, 2025 for the following: Food Service Equipment, Cafeteria Furniture, and Vehicles. Information is available at https:// www.nasdschools.org/page/ bid-information or at Northampton Area School District, Business Office, 2014 Laubach Ave., Northampton, PA 18067. The Northampton Area School District reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informality in bids received.
less of Cold Patch P486, 5000 tons more or less of Superpave 9.5mm PG64-220-0-.03 ESALS, WMA, SRL, 2000 tons more or less of 19mm Base Course, WMA, SRL 2000 tons more or less of 25mm Base Course, WMA, SRL. Bids are to be opened and tallied on the above date. Bids may be awarded during the April 3, 2025, Board of Supervisors meeting. All documents and details are available electronically at PennBid - https://pennbid. bonfirehub.com. Each bid must be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond in the amount of 10% of the bid. The Township reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Please contact Belinda Roberts, Bushkill Township (610) 759-1250 or by email belinda@bushkilltownship.com
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ESTATE NOTICE
ESTATE OF Joseph M. Nunes, of the Township of Palmer, County of Northampton and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary have been granted to Nina Marie McCarthy, Executrix, all persons being indebted to said Estate are requested to make immediate payment and those having claims or demands against said Estate are requested to make them known immediately to:
David M. Backenstoe, Esquire Attorney for the Estate 148 Main Street Hellertown, PA 18055 (2/27-3/13)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Kenneth D. Robertson, late of the Borough of Bangor, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased
WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Dean Conrad Robertson, Executor of the Estate of Kenneth D. Robertson. 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
Dean Conrad Robertson
℅ Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064
Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire
Sealed Proposals will be received by the Borough Secretary of the Borough of Nazareth , Northampton County, Pennsylvania, at the Borough Building 134 S. Main St. ,until 4:00 p.m. prevailing time, Thursday, April 3, 2025 for the furnishing of 2025 Rental Equipment. Bids will be opened and read aloud at 6:00 p.m., that same day at the Nazareth Regional Ambulance Building, 519 Seip Avenue, Nazareth PA. All available information covering the furnishing of this equipment, including a list of accessories, can be secured from Keith Knecht, Public Works Superintendent ( 610 -759 -0401...484-239-1197 ) or the office of the Borough Engineer, Michael Schallock of Keystone Consulting Engineers 2870 Emrick Boulevard Bethlehem PA 18020 - 610-865-4555.
Bids are to be submitted in duplicate, accompanied by a properly certified check drawn to the order of the Borough of Nazareth, in the amount of One Thousand Dollars ( $ 1,000.00 ).
The successful bidder will be required to furnish a certified check in the amount of One Thousand Dollars ( $ 1,000.00 ) within twenty ( 20 ) days of the award, guaranteeing compliance with the specifications, and delivery within the time specified by the bidder in his bid. Bids should be plainly marked “ BID FOR 2025 RENTAL EQUIPMENT “.
The Borough of Nazareth reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
Paul Kokolus Secretary / Treasurer Borough of Nazareth (3/6 & 3/13)
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2025 MAINTENANCE AND ROAD MATERIALS
Sealed Proposals will be received by the Borough Secretary of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, at the Borough Building 134 S. Main St. ,until 4:00 p.m.
Estate of William H. Hahn, Jr., Deceased, late of the Township of Bethlehem, County of Northampton, and Commonwealth of 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 payments without delay to:
Keith W. Hahn
℅ Scott R. Steirer, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 (3/6-3/20)
ESTATE NOTICE
Letters have been granted on the estate of each of the following decedents to the personal representative named, who requests all persons having claims against the estate of the decedent to make known the same in writing to his/her attorney, and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay:
GENTZLE, DONALD deceased, late of Nazareth, Northampton County, PA, File No. 4825-0313.
Executor: Donald Gentzle c/o Richard H. Yetter III, Esquire Wilhelm & Roemersma, PC, 305 Roseberry Street, Phillipsburg, New Jersey 08865
Attorney: Richard H. Yetter III, Esquire Wilhelm & Roemersma, PC, 305 Roseberry Street, Phillipsburg, New Jersey 08865 (3/6-3/20)
PUBLIC NOTICE 2025-001
The Bath Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the Borough Municipal Building 121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014 to consider the following application:
The appellant, Sacred Heart Parish, is requesting variances of Sections 675-63, 675-76 and 675-119(H)(I)(J)(K)(L)(M)(O) and (Q) of the Bath Borough Zoning Ordinance to construct an off-street parking lot.
The properties are located at 214 & 216 E Northampton St, Bath, PA 18014, bears Tax Par-
Jason Williamson, Assistant Business Administrator (3/13-3/27)
BID NOTICE
Bids will be received online by Bushkill Township Board of Supervisors via PennBid until 2:00pm Thursday, April 3, 2025, for the following “2025 Fuel Bid”
1. 15,000 gallons, more or less, of regular unleaded gasoline delivered to the Township 1,000-gallon tank.
2. 5,000 gallons, more or less, of No. 2 heating oil delivered to the Township 550- gallon tank.
3. 15,000 gallons, more or less, of No. 2 diesel fuel delivered to the Township 1,000-gallon tank.
Deliveries for all fuel will be on an automatic basis to all locations. Bids are to be opened and tallied on the above date. Bids may be awarded during the April 3, 2025, Board of Supervisors meeting. All documents and details are available electronically at PennBid - https:// pennbid.bonfirehub.com. Each bid must be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond in the amount of 10% of the bid. The Township reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Please contact Belinda Roberts, Bushkill Township (610) 759-1250 or by email belinda@bushkilltownship.com
Bids will be received online by Bushkill Township Board of Supervisors via PennBid until 2:00pm Thursday, April 3, 2025, for the following “2025 Stone Bid” Price per ton of the following sizes: #2A, #3, screenings, and Gabion Stone picked up at plant. Bids are to be opened and tallied on the above date. Bids may be awarded during the April 3, 2025, Board of Supervisors meeting. All documents and details are available electronically at PennBid - https:// pennbid.bonfirehub.com. Each bid must be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond in the amount of 10% of the bid. The Township reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Please contact Belinda Roberts, Bushkill Township (610) 759-1250 or by email belinda@bushkilltownship.com
Bids will be received online by Bushkill Township Board of Supervisors via PennBid until 2:00pm Thursday, April 3, 2025, for the following “2025 Paving Material Bid” 100 tons more or
Bids will be received online by Bushkill Township Board of Supervisors via PennBid until 2:00pm Thursday, April 3, 2025, for the following “2025 Hauling Bid”. Tri-Axle Truck with Driver (+/- 20 Ton Hauling Capacity) (Use will be approx. 4 weeks; 1 truck minimum up to 3 trucks maximum, at the discretion of the Public Works Director). Bids are to be opened and tallied on the above date. Bids may be awarded during the April 3, 2025, Board of Supervisors meeting. All documents and details are available electronically at PennBid - https://pennbid. bonfirehub.com. Each bid must be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond in the amount of 10% of the bid. The Township reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Please contact Belinda Roberts, Bushkill Township (610) 759-1250 or by email belinda@bushkilltownship.com. (3/13)
PUBLIC NOTICE OF ORDINANCE
The Council of the Borough of Northampton will be considering the approval of the following Ordinance, Ordinance No. 1239 at its Regular Public Workshop that will be held on April 3, 2025, in the Municipal Building, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF NORTHAMPTON, COUNTY NORTHAMPTON, COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDING THE BOROUGH CODE, PART II, CHAPTER 234, ARTICLE IV. (3/13 & 3/20)
PUBLIC NOTICE OF ORDINANCE
The Council of the Borough of Northampton will be considering the approval of the following Ordinance, Ordinance No. 1238 at its Regular Public Workshop that will be held on April 3, 2025, in the Municipal Building, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF NORTHAMPTON, COUNTY NORTHAMPTON, COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, ADOPTING PROCEDURES FOR THE ISSUANCE OF TICKETS PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF CITATIONS FOR VIOLATIONS OF CERTAIN BOROUGH ORDINANCES. (3/13 & 3/20)
ACCEPTING SEALED BIDS
Accepting sealed bids on 3/13/25 for a 2019 Hyundai VIN KM8K1CAA2KU383090
Hesch Service Station, Inc.
3028 S. Front St. Whitehall, PA 18052 (3/13)
Honor Roll
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Evan Robert Roll, Haileigh Louise Romig, Tori Reign Schaffer, Lilly Grace Schlittler, Kendall Theresa Scholl, Ella Louise Schrampf, Larson Elliott Schultz, Tobias Anthony Scott, Morgan Phyllis Shehab, Josephine Haley Siegfried, Kaylie Mae Simmons, Addison Marie Slivka, Conner James Spencer, Jeremiah Dewayne Strowder, Ava Caroline Talbot, Sophia Kate Titano, Francea Alysa Towler, Evan Joseph Ummarino, Erik Xavier Vazquez, Cameron Barry Weaver, Kirsten Alexis Wolfe, Abigail Elizabeth Wright
Honors
John Anthony Alamorian, Owen David Basara, Arianna Grace Beltrame, Mya Angel Benton, Devin Joseph Binder, Savanna Michelle Borovies, Jason Thomas Brabec, Chasen George Brent, Hailey Christine Bullock, Anna-Maria Luca Caiazzo, Gavin Bradley Caravello, Ava Lily Cermak, Carter Preston Clough, Milana Jade Concepcion, Mason Parker Croll, Amanda Lau-
ren Crossley, Carrie Nadine Deysher, Emma Reiley Englert, Jerailda Anais Esteban De La Cruz, Messiah Calvin Gee, Danielle Makenzie Glaser, Katelyn Marie Gmitter, Nickolas Daniel Grim, Mattie Lynn Groller, Juliana Hope Haas, Keely Zeta Holland, Gavin Frederick Hunt, Kaiah Stephanie Lyubov Jaeger, Alex Michael Jones, Emily Grace Lancon, Carter Nicholas Mack, Conner Matejcek, Madelynn Elizabeth McLoughlin, Madison Ann Miller, Michael David Miller, Julian Maximino Morales, Ashley Grace Neff, Jeremy Yeudy Nunez, Rocco James Pignato, Logan Charles Ramos, Cody William Reimer, Eddianiz Rodriguez, Emma Lynn Rogers, Peyton James Romanishan, Brooke Abby Rosenberger, Jaxson Turks Sandt, Myah Alexia Scheetz, Liam Joseph Sekol, Sadie Kay Shipwash, Chase Timmakon Slanina, Chase Edward Stasak, Alexia Amalia Tyler, Alexander Joseph Vilanova, Robert Patrick Wambold, Mia Lyn Watson, Brooke Wieand, Emily Quinn Zamadics, Evelyn Isis Ziegler
Grade 11
Distinguished Honors
Matthew Stephen Armstrong, Julian James Barilla, William
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Ingredients
Easy Sheet Pan Gnocchi
1 1/2 pounds gnocchi (refrigerated, frozen or shelf-stable)
2 broccoli crowns, cut into florets
1-pint grape tomatoes
2 medium bell peppers, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium red onion, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/3 cup olive oil
1 (8-ounce) container small fresh mozzarella balls or pearls, drained
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
4 ounces baby arugula, for serving
Grated parmesan cheese, for serving
Directions
Preheat the oven to 450°F.
In a large bowl, combine the gnocchi, broccoli, tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, garlic, salt, Italian seasoning, black pepper and red pepper flakes. Pour the oil over the gnocchi and vegetables, tossing to coat.
Spoon the gnocchi and veggie mixture onto a baking sheet. Bake until the gnocchi have begun to brown and crisp, 35 to 40 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and dot with the mozzarella balls. Bake until the mozzarella is melted, 5 minutes.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle with basil. Serve hot over arugula and sprinkled with parmesan.
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Maxwell Barney, Jack Matthew Bendekovits, Devany Nicole Berger, Jonathan Carl Blaukowitch, Charles David Burrell, Nolan Russell Buskirk, Avery Marie Deibert, Brynne Riley Dolak, Mary Juliana Drosnock, Nour Hassan Hussein Elzokm, Jasmine Marie Evanetz, James Patrick Everett, Leah Grace Everhart, Caitlin Jean Follweiler, Kierra Vernet Fonville, Addison Theresa Gardner, Emilee Laree Gaughran, Taylor Marie Green, Juliana Lynn Grisafi, Jayden Scott Gyecsek-Gensey, Keegan Paul Hackett, Finn Connell Haldaman, Logan Koehler Haupt, Hannah Catherine Hemak, Alexa Jayde Hepner, Cameron Jacob Hersch, Emilia Kathryn Hirschman, Juliana Mei Joseph, Robert Brady Judge, Liv Ulla Jusinski, Katrina Lynn Kaufman, Emily Marie Kemmerer, Emily Ruth Koplin, Saige Ashlee Korpics, Keela Elizabeth Krug, Hailey Ann Laury,
UPCOMING PUBLIC AUCTION
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PUBLIC AUCTION
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Saturday, July 12, 2014 @ 9:00 AM Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Company 2718 Mountain View Drive Bath, Northampton Co., PA 18014
Sat., April 20 @9:00 AM: Springtown Volunteer Fire Co. Banquet Hall, 3010 Route 212, Springtown, PA 18081: Antiques, Country Collect., Roy Rogers Collectibles, Coors Beer neon sign, Bucks Co. Lard Tin, ant. wdn carpenter’s tool chest, vint. Donald Duck pull toy, Burma Shave still banks, Hull art pottery vases, post card albums, prim. water benches & cabinets, Stylized & other furn., flat screen TVs, Troy Bilt lawn tractor, Woods Model 1855 Zero turn lawn mower (unrestored cond.) Craftsman rototiller, Husqvarna chain saws, lg. selection of power equip., power tools & hand tools, 6 station silk/line screen printer, Lawson Omni dryer, small infrared dryer, pressure steam sterilizer, Echo ceramic kiln, etc. * Selected Tools, Equip. & Other Items will be offered live/online beginning @10:00 AM *
Full Auction * Multiple Auctioneers Selling * to include: (2) cherry DR sets, Vict. & Oak Furn; flat screen TV, Smalls & Country Collect.; vint. magazines, Steiff animals, older tin friction & mech. Toys, Barbie dolls & related items; J.Deere Lawn Tractor; Wdworking Mach., Sm. Pwr & Hand Tools; Terms: 13% Buyer’s Prem * CC Accptd * 3% Discount w/Cash or Apprd. Check * Details @auctionzip or websites * More Arriving - Check It Out *
FULL AUCTION * Including Antiques & Collectibles * c.iron doorstop, hanging griddle, scalding kettle; stoneware jugs & crocks, brass candy kettle, advert. boxes/crates; Goebel, Lladro, blue & white china, cut, pattern & crystal pcs., older handptd. & bone china items; Furn. pcs.: park benches, small cabinets, water bench; Older Hand & Machine made carpets; Sterling Silver & Older Plated Silver pcs., Gold, Sterling & Costume Jewelry; Selection of Discovery Art - variety of approx. 50-100 pcs. of traditional to contemporary genre-portraits, still life, landscapes, European etchings & engravings; Cameras & Electronics * MORE * Info @www.auctionzip.com ; auctioneer #1888; Terms: 13% Buyer’s Prem * 3% Discount w/Cash or Apprd. Check * Multiple Auctioneers Selling Robert H. Clinton & Company, Inc. Auctioneers & Appraisers 610-847-5432 * AY-000093L email: rhclintonauction@hotmail.com
Terms On Site Bidding: 13% Buyer’s Prem*CC Accpt*3% Discount w/Cash or Apprd. Check; Terms/Info forOn Line Bidding for Selected Items ONLY @www.auctionzip.com (online bidding begins @10 AM) Robert H. Clinton & Company, Inc. Auctioneers & Appraisers * AY-000093-L 610-847-5432 * Email: rhclintonauction@hotmail.com NEW website: www.rhclintonauction.com
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Hailey Jane Makovsky, Hannah Paige Malseed, Samantha Nicole Mercado, Colin Jeffry Minarovic, Jenna Brielle Moran, Hayden Makenzie Nagy, Juliana Sky Noe, Kahlyn Dakota Patterson, Isabella Grace Pecuch, Jean Paul Perez, Mia Pietryka, Kelly Gloria Reenock, Lauren Elizabeth Reznick, Zander Rickert, Mia Neveah Rios, Catherine Naomi Rivera, Grace Caroline Roberts, Luke Stephen Rogan, Makenzie Anna Rogowitz, Chace Michael Roland, Jaxon Scott Rutzmoser, Amanda Maryanne Ryan, Joy Lynn Samaan, Anna Lorraine ekol, Brayden Andrew Simock, Ezekiel Tron Spencer, Elizabeth Christine Sponsler, Joshua Ryan Stone, Natalie Ann Stoudt, Gavin Marshall Taff, Elaina Rachel Takacs, Lily Rose Yusko High Honors Mea Faith Allison, Angelo Rocco Amato, Blaise Charles Anderko, Amaya Luz Arias Vargas, Kendra Natalie Bauman, Jocelynne Ann Bean, Julia Magdelena Behnke, Ashley Beller, Hayden Lilly Bilheimer, Jeffrey Peter Bittmann, Olivia Taylor-Ann Bloss, Gerald Robert Bretzik, Kyra Paige Burkhardt, Gabriela Marie Chevere, Alyssa Darlene Chromey, Cameron Joseph Curto, Kyleigh Rose Darabaris, Caden Patrick Dempsey, Sophie Elle Dietrich, Ashtyn Robert Dremock, Brianna Marie Escobar, Amelia
Ruth Faulkner, Jayden Timothy Finley, Everett Rose Fogel, Benjamin Nicholas Forte, Janat Kaur Gill, Chase Gerald Grabfelder, Victoria Mary Hand, Ryleigh Shea Hayduscko, Samuel Nicholas Hayes, Nicholas John Isaac, Dante Scott Keen, Brady Lamar Kerstetter, Chase Ryan Kocher, Logan Nathaniel Kressler, Claire Lack, Gavin Fredrick LevisterCureton, Gianna Mia Licini, Abbie Lyn Luipersbeck, Kasidy Rose Mahalick, Luca Marcantonio Mannino, Jhalyn Elijah Massey, Damian Christopher McMullen, Kristyna Mirakovits, Riley Gary Montgomery, Joshua David Newcomer, Nathan Francis Newcomer, Jackson Cole Pasini, Stella Katheryn Pevorus, Sophia Elizabeth Pina, Addison Lynn Pioli, Nolan Quinn Radler, Leah Gentry Regan, Star Jane Reppert, Drew Steven Rodenbaugh, Caitlyn Marie Rogan, Milanys Roman Albarran, Maia Mercedes Romero, Gabrielle Lily Rothrock, Jad Peter Samaan, Cole Taylor Schaffer, Joseph Schlager, Bradley Allen Silfies, Brooke Toni Spadaccia, Christopher James Sponsler, Owen Lee Stanchock, Bailee Diane Strunk, Dylan Shea Stuhldreher, Olivia Lucille Thomas, Alexandra Beal Tretiak, Sincere Sylee Wadlington, Trey Thomas Wagner, Alexa Jane Wiland,
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Casey Michael Williams, Cecilia Patricia Williamson-Schneider, Riley Madison Zapp
Honors
Gavin Patrick Angelino, Lukas Frederick Applegate, Aubrey Elizabeth Bumback, Dylan Alexander Croll, Logan Palmer Cupples, Ella Rose Dorsey, Hannah Bailey Duerr, Peighton Mae Evangelista, Colette Mai Ferriere, Cheyenne Grace Flamisch, Austin Robert Flores, Austin James Fry, Ethan Robert Gibbons, Evonna Christine Hahn, Joseph Leroy High, Kennedi Addison HirnerBrophy, Jaci Christine Horton, Victoria Helene Horvath, Drew Michael Janders, Dylan Ethan Jarre, Alivia Louise Jenny, Alysa Helen Jones, Treasure Patrice Kelly, Carter John Kerstetter, Amanda Jean Kopchak, Chloe Davena Kunsman, Alexander Michael Laros, Jaycee Lynn Livermon, Yariel Lugo, Dominic Anthony Marsteller, Brandon Scott McEntire, Madison Grace Mengel, Hailey Marie Miller, Branden Edward Moyer, Connor Scott Muth, Talyn Melinda Paules, Andrea Milagro Perez, Jayden Joseph Pflugler, Laci Marie Pritchard, Leo David Regec, Camdyn Aleigha Rex, Nathan Daniel Rivera, Valencia Rose Rivera, Aubrie Michelle Rockovits, Rheanne Rodriguez, Abdias Rafael Rodriguez Romero, Jacob Michael Salamone, Michael Peter Schneider, Joyce Shammas, Ava
Rose Sipko, Carson Tyler Smith, Matthew Michael Sommer, Bryce
Allen Stoudt, Aidan Michael Sugra, Kadon Michael Szoke, Joseph Daniel Thomas, Claire Olivia Wagner, Parker Bryce Williams, Eli Michael Yost
Grade 12
Distinguished Honors
Hailey Grace Achey, Ava Alyse
Assia, Stephen David Bastow, Anne Elizabeth Beenders, Ava
Rose Billy, Camryn Paige Birosik, Hannah Elizabeth Bowers, Toni Christine Bubier, Sophie Jean Burkhart, Victoria Alice Carson, Zackary Kenneth Carson, Morgan Beth Chandler, Ava Catherine Clapp, Cameron Peter Coccetti, Lucy Catherine Colyer, Lauren Marie Daniels, Nicholas Ronald DiSante, Christopher Charles Doyle, Enya Cristina Echim, Breahna Joann Frankenfield, Xiomara Anissa Freeman, Emma Grace Fry, Aidan Joseph Gmitter, Dadrian Jiovanni Gonzalez, Dalaney Nicole Graves, James Patrick Hamilton, Emma Monet Hess, Jack James Highland, Stephanie Patricia Hirsch, Nevin Anthony Horton, Kaci Emersen Howe, Mason Oliveria Jorge, Ava Marie Keenan, Natalie Rose Kerwin, Thomson Phineas Killea, Grace Ann Kirby, Aaliyah
Jade Kleintop, Peyton KathleenAnn Kleppinger, Lilly Luisa Konya, Hannah Marie Rose Kospiah, Erica Lynn Krauss, Mariah Joelle Kubilius, Mylea Lynn Lambert, Kayla Lesisko, Allison Lindenmoyer, Gianna Marie Lorenz, Kendal Grace Mack, Lillian Carmen McRoberts, Juliana Grace
Medei, Christa Marie Mele, Sebastian James Mello, John Luis Antonio Melvin, Justin Carter Mikovitch, Victoria Ann Miller, Jillian Claire Minnich, Addison Elizabeth Morgan, Tyler David Nesfeder, Aleah Magaly Ortiz, Gabriella Ruth Oswald, Spencer Gallagher Parker, Felix Hector Ramos, Lindsay Grace Reimer, Abriana Brooke Reiss, Kylar Nathanel Rodriguez, Stephany Zylia Roman, Emma Maddox Roth, Brooke Amanda Saul, Jeremy Michael Saxton, Alex Keith Schrampf, Michael Abraham Sheats, Elizabeth Marie Sheldon, Devin Manuel Silva, Sadie Jane Simmons, Isabelle Irene Steckel, Courtney Megan Stenger, Alex Joseph Szeplaki, Andrew Paul Szeplaki, Kaylin Grace Terefenko, Sophia Louise Thomas, Brayden Tiscio, Joseph Leonard Tomaro, Thomas Andrew VanBlarganHensel, Elizabeth Hope Volk, Megan Marie Weaver, Caylin Jessica Weiss, Ayden Drew Werkheiser, Alex Joseph Werner, Mya Kimberely Williams, Audrey Lynn Wood
High Honors
Ava Kristina Aulisio, Kylea Madyson Barnyak, Giovanni Xavier Barrington, Logan Michael Berger, Braydon Alan Bernhard, Chelsy Marie Bernhard, Michael Russell Bickert, Elijah John Block, Ava Lynn Briody, Ethan Hamilton Brobst, Alexa Grace Brown, Cole Michael Buskirk, Stephen Noah Carrasco, Bryanna Lynn Cassel, Erick Emanuel
Honor Roll
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Castro, Katrina Lynn Ciecwierz, Bethany Jean Cook, Jayden Matthew John Coulter, Brianna Lee Derkits, Michael Gaetano DiSante, Anastasia Esperanza Dodson, Leah Michelle Doncsecz, Brody William Eisenhart, Paige MyKenna Evans, Bryana Lynn Fenstermacher, Megan Elizabeth Ferenchak, Desteny Kaylyn Garcia-Konapelsky, Elyssa Madisen Gossel, Gavin James Grell, Trinity Rose Haydt, Steven Michael Heisler, Daniel Joseph Holub,
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Suburban Darts
What You’ll Need
1 toilet paper roll
Paint- light pink for the cheeks and color of your choice for the face
Gold and green glitter paper
Black foam paper
Small black button
Small googly eyes
Small orange pom pom
Large orange pom poms
Black sharpie
Instructions
1. Cut a strip of green glitter paper and wrap around the bottom of the roll. (Foam glitter paper works better than cardstock because it bends easier.) Glue black button in the center, towards the bottom.
2. Make the leprechaun’s hat by wrapping green glitter paper around to form a roll. Glue a strip of black on top and then glue a gold glitter paper buckle on top.
3. To make the buckle, cut out a square and then fold over so you can make a slit mark with scissors in the center. Then, cut a smaller square in the center of the gold square.
4. To make the top of the hat, cut out a circle from your green glitter paper. Trace around something that is circular to get the shape, or use a circle puncher. Glue the top of the hat to the green glitter paper circle.
5. Paint the top portion of the paper roll for the leprechaun’s face. Then, once dry, add large orange pom poms to make the beard.
6. To make the face, glue on the googly eyes, small pom pom nose, and add two small pink circles with paint for the cheeks. Then, glue the hat to the top of the roll.
7. Add a smile to the face with a sharpie.
