Martin Guitar, to support Vulnerable youth in the Lehigh Valley
left to right: Tara Zrinski (county executive, Northampton County), Ken Telfort (corporate vice president, business process excellence, B. Braun Medical Inc.), Thomas Harrington (president and executive director, Valley Youth House), Matthew Kennedy (director of custom shop sales, administration and support, C.F. Martin & Co. Inc.), Chris Martin (executive chairman, C.F. Martin & Co. Inc.), Thomas Ripsam (president and CEO, C.F. Martin & Co. Inc.), Vicki Doulé (Lehigh Valley executive vice president, community impact and market development, Capital Blue Cross), Kathryn M. Brown (founder and principal, Morton Brown Family Wealth LLC), Destiny Jarnagin (life skills counselor and family advocate, client speaker, Valley Youth House) and Christina J. Schoemaker (senior vice president of advancement, Valley Youth House).
Submitted by SARAH PAMMER
Valley Youth House’s “Setting the Stage with Rod Stewart” event raised $304,000 to support youth and families in the Greater Lehigh Valley region. The evening began with a reception at Allentown’s Renaissance Hotel, during which community leaders and Valley Youth House alumni shared remarks highlighting the crucial work carried out each and every day at the agency.
Chris Martin (executive chairman, C.F. Martin & Co. Inc.) and Thomas Ripsam (president and CEO, C.F. Martin & Co.
Inc.) were recognized as the event's distinguished honorees.
Co-chairs Vicki Doulé (Lehigh Valley executive vice president, community impact and market development, Capital Blue Cross), Laurie Hackett (corporate and community relations, Air Products), Matthew Kenendy (director of custom shop sales, administration and support, C.F. Martin & Co. Inc.) and Ken Telfort (corporate vice president, business process excellence, B. Braun Medical Inc.) were also recognized for their leadership of this event.
During the reception, a cus-
tom-made D-28 Martin Guitar with a Valley Youth House mother-of-pearl inlay custom pickguard was also auctioned off. The D-28 was fully crafted and donated by C.F. Martin & Co. Inc. It is a one-of-a-kind instrument that has an interior label signed by:
• Chris Martin, chairman of the board, C.F. Martin & Co. Inc.
• Thomas Ripsam, president and CEO, C.F. Martin & Co. Inc.
• Tom Harrington, president and executive director, Valley Youth House
By KERI LINDENMUTH
Allen Township welcomed spring in an “egg-citing” fashion as more than 70 children enjoyed festive goodies, fun photo booths and a visit from the Easter Bunny himself during the township’s first municipal egg hunt.
The egg hunt, held at the township’s fire and municipal complex on Saturday, March 21, marked the return of the event, which had previously been hosted by the township’s Fire Department and Auxiliary. Children between the ages of 1 and 10 were cheered on by family members as they raced to fill their baskets with as many eggs as they could. Participants in each age group—1 to 3, 4 to 6 and 7 to 10—then “hopped” over to the prize wagon, where they redeemed their eggs for Easterthemed toys and treats like candy,
plushies and pinwheels. The fun didn’t end once the eggs were gathered, though. Children had the opportunity to explore the township’s Public Works and fire rescue vehicles up close, take family photos at colorful photo booth stations created by Public Works and township staff, and enjoy hot dogs and other refreshments provided by the Fire Department. The new municipal building was also open, with an indoor showing of
From
Valley Youth House
And a signature on its body by:
• Rod Stewart....yes, THE Rod Stewart!
Guests were deeply moved during a speech given by Destiny Jarnagin. Destiny, who is currently a
life skills case manager and family advocate for Valley Youth House, was also the “Setting the Stage” youth speaker nearly a decade ago when she was a member of the Adolescents Achieving Independence Program.
“I came into foster care when I was 14 with my brother and five other siblings. You could say my life felt like a leaf in a windstorm,” she said. “Last October, a dream beyond reality happened
AM Gather for fellowship & refreshments followed by our Easter Worship at 9:30
when I was hired at Valley Youth House. Many of my clients are still in foster care or have experienced homelessness. With your support, we are able to help them get apartments, education, jobs and learn basic life skills to be successful. The work I do with Valley Youth House is truly a full circle moment for me.”
“The backing we received for this event demonstrates our supporters’ commitment to some of the most vulnerable children in our community,” said Thomas Harrington (president and executive director, Valley Youth House). “Our job is to get young people into a safe space, and a positive environment where they can heal from any past trauma. And we do that by surrounding them with dedicated individuals like you.”
After the reception, guests enjoyed the Rod Stewart concert at the PPL Center.
“Setting the Stage” is Valley Youth House's signature fundraising event, celebrating the significant impact supporters have on the lives of vulnerable individuals in the Greater Lehigh Valley region. All proceeds from the event will benefit the life-changing programs and services Valley Youth House provides to youth and families in our community.
Northampton Council Provides Update on Cap Glass, ongoing Projects
By KERI LINDENMUTH
During the Northampton Borough Council meeting on Thursday, March 19, Borough Manager Brian Welsko and Council President Julia Kutzler provided residents with an update on Cap Glass concerns.
In October 2025, residents approached council to complain of odors from the recycling center, previously at 799 Smith Lane. The facility has since moved to its new location at 25 Clear Springs Drive, a move that revived odor complaints from neighboring residents.
“Some of the smells that have been going on recently have been from stirring up debris and soot,” explained Welsko.
Welsko said the borough’s zoning officer provides daily updates to administration and continues to visit the property as complaints are made. Welsko added that the Pennsylvania Department of En-
vironmental Protection has visited the site at least twice in recent weeks, with “at least two” violation letters issued.
“Our borough zoning office has been very diligent with the task of trying to make the issue of smell go away at the Cap Glass property,” said Kutzler. “We want to continue to make the folks who live in the vicinity of the plant aware of the borough’s role with the company and what we have done as a borough to rectify the situation.”
Welsko will continue to keep residents informed with updates.
In other news, Northampton Borough Council approved the return of the popular Junior Cadet Summer Camp, hosted by the Northampton Fire Company. This summer’s camp will be held from July 6 until July 10, with graduation on July 11.
There is no cost to attend the camp, thanks to generous donations from local individuals and organizations. Twenty spots are available for children ages 11 to 15, with Northampton residents accepted first. Applications can be picked up at the Fire Department
headquarters at 4 Lerchenmiller Drive.
“I think that is just such an added value to us in Northampton Borough,” Councilman Ronald Glassic said of the program. “You can see the success they’re having.”
The Northampton Farmer’s Market will also return this summer. Starting May 19, the market will run every Tuesday through September from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m.
Welsko also provided an update on several borough projects, including the borough pool. A new pump has been delivered, and old piping is currently being removed. Public Works will also begin replacing the paved trail at Canal Street Park. Welsko said that the project will be “coming along reasonably soon.”
Street sweeping is set to begin on Monday, March 30. Tickets will be issued to violating vehicles starting April 6.
The next Northampton Borough Council meeting will be held on Thursday, April 2, at 7 p.m. at 1401 Laubach Ave.
Custom-made D-28 Martin Guitar with a Valley Youth House motherof-pearl inlay custom pickguard, signed by Rod Stewart.
Northampton
County Council votes “yes”
on
non-
Discrimination
ordinance and Plans to establish a Human Relations Commission
Submitted by KELLY PRENTICE
Northampton County Council voted “yes” on a nondiscrimination ordinance that promotes the rights and opportunities of all persons to participate in the social, cultural, recreational and economic life of the county. In order to provide stronger protections for more classes of people, the ordinance provides for the formation of a County Human Relations Commission, similar to the Human Relations Commission of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The commission will receive and investigate claims of discrimination occurring in Northampton County and enforce non-discrimination requirements.
“The county has a vested interest in protecting the rights of all of its residents,” said County Executive Tara Zrinski. “Our strength as a county comes from the diversity of our residents, and we are committed to ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to live, work and participate in community life without fear of discrimination.”
The protected classes as defined in the ordinance include the following: actual or perceived race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, familial status, GED rather than high school diploma, mental disability, relationship or association with a disabled person, source of income, age, height, weight, veteran status, use of guide/ support animals and/or mechanical aids, and domestic/ sexual violence victim status.
The Human Relations Commission is authorized
under Pennsylvania state law. Several nearby counties, including Lehigh County and Delaware County, have nondiscrimination ordinances.
The commission consists of consists of seven members appointed by the county executive, subject to Northampton County Council approval. Members will reflect the diversity of protected classes. If the commission finds following an investigation that a complaint of discrimination is substantiated, it can fine the offender up to $600.
The legislation will add safeguards for those with physical and mental disabilities, who often struggle to find jobs and housing. “Under this ordinance, an employer can evaluate whether an applicant can perform the duties of the job,” said County Commissioner Jason Boulette. “But they can’t refuse to hire someone because of a disability. And this will ensure that reasonable modifications can be made in housing when it’s needed for someone with a disability.”
The ordinance had support from members of the public, including Lehigh Valley Justice Initiative’s Joe Welsh. He encouraged the creation of the Human Relations Commission, noting that federal and state agencies that oversee discrimination complaints are overwhelmed, and it can take over a year for those agencies to investigate and resolve complaints.
“This will not only protect Northampton County residents in regard to employment, housing and education, but it will also send a message that everyone belongs, and no one will be discriminated against here,” said Corrine Goodwin, a founding member of Keystone Equality and executive director of Eastern Pa. Trans Equity Project.
2026 Lehigh Valley Punk Rock Flea Market Coming to Ice House in Bethlehem
Submitted by SHAMUS MCGROGGAN
Tape Swap Radio is excited to announce the return of the Lehigh Valley Punk Rock Flea Market, the twice-annual market dedicated to music original art, vintage pieces, offbeat items and other weird curiosities. The market has been growing in popularity since debuting in 2018, with last spring’s market surpassing 1,000 attendees for the first time.
The 2026 Lehigh Valley Punk Rock Flea Market will take place on Saturday, April 18 at the Ice House in Bethlehem. Vendor sales will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with live music taking place from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event will be free to the public, open to all ages and pet-friendly.
Vendors and types of items being sold:
Over 50 vendors have registered for the event. Vendors will be located both inside and outside of the Ice House. Vendors will be coming from all around the Lehigh Valley as well as New York, Delaware and other areas in Pennsylvania.
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a “Peanuts” Easter special and a visit from the Easter Bunny. The event was organized by township administration, with support from Public Works and the Allen Township Fire Department. Several local organizations and businesses also helped sponsor the event, including the Bath
Allen Youth Club, Just Born, Base Engineering, Keystone Technology, Gilmore & Associates, Wendy’s, Treadwell Law Offices and Bureau Veritas. To stay up to date on future community events hosted by the township, visit the township’s website at https://allentownship.org/ or visit the township’s Facebook page at https:// www.facebook.com/allentownshippa/.
it qualifies for this section, call us at 610-923-0382. We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify.
Atlas Cement Company Memorial Museum - 1401 Laubach Ave., Northampton. Free admission. Private and group tours (10 or more) and field trips are available, call 610-2622576 or email through the website.
Bath Area Fish Committee’s Annual Kids Fishing Contest - Begins Saturday, April 25 at 8 a.m., ends Sunday, April 26 at 12 p.m. at the Monocacy Creek in Bath. Creek cleanup and dam building on April 18. Fish stocking Friday, April 24 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 Lions Club - Meets first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at My Place Pizza in Bath. Guests/new members welcome. Email lionsbathpa@gmail.com with questions.
Bath Museum - Open third Saturday January-November and first Saturday in December, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 121 S. Walnut St., Bath. Tours welcome, volunteers needed, email bathpamuseum@gmail.com or message Bath Museum on Facebook.
Community Dinner at The Table - First and third Tuesdays of the month at 5:30 p.m. at 1769 Newport Ave., Northampton. All are welcome.
Dementia Support Group - Held third Thursday every month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., 2801 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem. Designed for families and caregivers of dementia patients. East Allen Township Historical Society - Meets third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton.
Easton Farmers Market - Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Scott Park, Easton. Gov. Wolf Hist. Society - Tours of historic buildings, grounds and new museum on third Saturday April-Nov. from 1-3 p.m. 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath.
Helping Homeless Veterans - Weave mats for homeless vets every second and fourth Wednesday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prepping for weaving every first and third Wednesday noon to 3 p.m., Mountain View Wesleyan Church, 1001 Deemer Road, Bath. Call 610-8371190 FMI. Leave message.
Horner's Cemetery Historical Society - Tours in Celebration of 297 Years of Craig's Settlement, the oldest permanent settlement in the Lehigh Valley - Enjoy tours of the resting place of the founders of Craig's Settlement, 1728, the longest permanent settlement, first and oldest congregation (1730), and first church (1731) in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. Tours by appointment, 4965 Nor Bath Boulevard, Northampton. Free admission, donations welcome. Call Peggy at 610-984-4532 to schedule a tour.
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.
Lehigh Valley Punk Rock Flea Market – Presented by Tape Swap Radio on Saturday, April 18, vendor sales 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., live music 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Charles A. Brown Ice House, 56 River St., Bethlehem. Free for all ages, pets welcome.
Monocacy Farm Project’s 6th Annual Spring on the Farm – Saturday, May 9 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., 395 Bridle Path Road, Bethlehem. Event will include a wide variety of plants for sale direct from their greenhouse, local food/craft vendors and exhibitors, information sessions/demos, tours of the farm and more. Free parking and admission.
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.
Moravian Historical Society - Regency Day in Nazareth - a Bridgerton-Inspired Event - This town-wide event will include a scavenger hunt to unveil “Lady W,” and activities at various locations on Saturday, March 28. The Moravian Historical Society will offer crafts inspired by the era from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., 214 E. Center St., Nazareth. Free admission. 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.
Northampton Area Food Bank - Food distribution first three Thursdays from 5-7 p.m. and second and third Saturday 9-11:30 a.m., 1601 Canal St.
Northampton Borough Crime Watch Meeting - Typically held second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Northampton Recreation Center.
Senator Miller Announces
$250,000 to Strengthen Lehigh and Northampton Counties Against cyber Attacks
Submitted by GAIL VIVAR
Senator Nick Miller (D-Lehigh/Northampton) announced a $250,000 grant to support Lehigh and Northampton counties in strengthening their defenses against cyberattacks, ransomware and data breaches through a partnership with Concurrent Technologies Corporation, a nationally recognized cybersecurity leader.
An urgent priority for Senator Miller in the most recent budget, the announcement was made at Lehigh Valley Active Life, where
he joined residents for a discussion on cybersecurity and its local impact. As minority chair of the Pennsylvania Senate Communications and Technology Committee, Miller said protecting local governments from evolving digital threats is a top priority.
Through this grant, both counties will receive system upgrades, risk assessments and expert guidance to modernize and fortify their cybersecurity infrastructure. This investment will strengthen county networks, safeguard residents’ personal and financial information, and improve emergency response and government continuity in the event of an attack.
“Our counties are the backbone of local government, and a single cyber breach can expose thousands of residents’ personal data, disrupt essential services and cost taxpayers millions,” said Senator Miller. “Cybercrime is escalating nationwide, and this investment is about meeting it head-on. I’m proud to announce this $250,000 investment at Lehigh Valley Active Life, where I heard residents’ cybersecurity concerns firsthand and connected them with valuable resources.”
For more information, visit PASenatorMiller.com for cybersecurity resources.
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Types of items being sold include vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, cyber punk art, hex signs, irreverent cross stitch, jewelry, plants, vintage clothing, vintage toys, witchy accessories, zines and more.
Some of the vendors for the event will include black.lotus. horror.labs, Ettatorials, GypsyCellar, Kaylor’s Krypt, Holly Jean Studios, Lava Lamp Bebop, Lehigh Valley Apparel Creations, Lillian Mya Art, Linus
Printshop, Mod Metal Works, The Savage Beat Records, Thymes Zup and Vitamin Vintage Vinyl.
Cactus Blue Mexican Restaurant will have a food truck in the Ice House parking lot.
DJ and pinball
The event will feature music from Lehigh Valley-based DJ Warlock, who will be spinning a mix of punk, power pop, glam and soul music while the vendor sales are happening. DJ Warlock will also be providing a free-play pinball machine for attendees to play during the event.
Live music
At 4:30 p.m., there will be live music in partnership with the Ice House Punk & DIY Committee. Three bands will play. The show is also free to attend:
- Problem Addict (Philadelphia; “punk for warped weirdos”)
- Wealth Gap (Lehigh Valley and Reading; “groove punk”)
Supply drive for Valley Youth House’s shelter:
Tape Swap Radio will be collecting supplies at the event for Valley Youth House’s Lehigh Valley shelter. Open 24-hours a day and 365 days a year, the facility offers emergency shelter and services for youth ages 12-17 who are unstably housed and/or experiencing significant family conflict.
Attendees are encouraged to bring items in good condition to donate. A list of the most requested donation items can be found at tapeswapradio.com.
Suburban Darts
Week 23
Star of Bethlehem remains in 1st place in the Dart League with 5-2 and 7-4 wins over Christ UCC losing the ‘nightcap’ 5-3 in 10 innings. Top hitters for Star of Bethlehem
were Bill Hoke Jr. 7 for 12, Bryan Frankenfield 6 for 12 and Tyler Frankenfield with a HR. Steve Hunsicker was 8 for 14 and Susie Gasper with a HR for Christ UCC.
Dryland kept pace ‘sandwiching’ 4-3 and 4-3 in 10 innings losing 15-5 to St. Paul’s. Leading the Dryland hitters were Nate Phares 5 for 12 with Dave Crouthamel and Antia Skelton each going 4 for 12. For St.Paul’s, Jennifer Erkinger was 9 for 15, Paul Slimmon 6 for 12, Jason Gross and Dave Clark 6 for 14 apiece, Rich Kern 5 for 14 and Roger Kern with another HR.
In the only ‘sweep’ of the night finds Blessed Trinity beating Farmersville 6-0, 4-3 in 10 innings and 2-0. Leading the way for Blessed Trinity included Mike Daly 8 for 13, Kevin Remaly 6 for 12(HR), Andy Mickelson 3 for 9 and ‘Buzz’ Heidecker adding a HR. For Farmersville, Wade Chilmonik was 4 for 11 with
Dan Halteman and Sue Grim had ‘3 hit’s apiece. The final match of the night saw Ebenezer winning 2-1 and 3-2 over Emmanuel, losing the 'opener’ 7-6. Hitters for Ebenezer were Tim Prestosh 5 for 13, Joe Kish
4 for 12, Charlie Costanzo 3 for 6 and Dan Prestosh with a HR.. Jon Rice was 6 for 12, Jack Hill 5 for 9, Tracy Dor -
on dates noted ahead of time due to holidays.
Bath Commercial Bowling League Week 29 Standings
Team Won Lost
Broken Tackle 38 18
Maxx Amusem. 36 20
TWL 31 25
Bath Supply 30 26
Daku Auto Body 28 28
Carfara’s Paint
Daku Auto Body (3)
Al Davidson 650 (248-209)
Marc Beichey 601 (224-200)
Rob Daku 575 (209)
Bob Faustner 539
Scott Bortz 522
Broken Tackle (1)
Butch Riddle722 (212-234-278)
Ed Zupko 679 (216-215-248)
Vince Spaziani 581
Paul Berkowitz 514 (200)
Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering (4)
Ty Pagotto 700 (226-233-241)
Terry Bartholomew 605 (202-210)
Ed Musselman 592 (201-202)
Terry Pagotto 541 (200)
Gerald Bartholomew 507
Wire Done Right (0)
Wyatt Davidson 626 (253)
Charlie Amore 573 (224)
Rice Family (1)
Chris Reeser 586
Dale Fye 537 (222)
Howard Rice 529 (212)
Jake Rice 512
TWL (3)
Bob Davidson Jr 742 (279-235-228)
Bob Davidson III 707 (237-296)
Lee Hilbert 579 (206)
Ben Bogdan 567 (245)
Frank Pavolov 519
Bath Supply (2)
Brent Connolly 661 (232-239)
Steve Kerbacher 605 (223-203)
Frank Yeakel 512
Barry Fedon 501
Maxx Amusements (2)
Earl Holland Sr 643 (256-217)
Earl Holland Jr 595 (203)
John Sverha 523
Bill Bachman 501
Bath
Industrial
Bowling League
Week No. 27
Standings
Team Won Lost
Morning Would 25 23
Shafer Landscap. 25 23
WTF 24 24
G&L Sign Fact. 23 25
D&R Precision 21 27
Schisler Funeral 17 31
1st Half ChampionMourning Would
Mourning
Would on Stump - 0
Ed Musselman 621(267)
Earl Holland Jr 528(193)
Dave Betz 534(207)
Chris Benner 703(266,234)
Terry Heckman 496(201)
Schisler Funeral Home - 4
Don Arndt 508(189)
Adam Schisler 462
Steve Glesias 618(227,202)
Paul Durnin 449
Noah Durnin 638(226,239)
Palmer Trophy - 1
Joey Mandarino 590(223)
Kurt Berger 478
Butch Holland Sr 618(248)
Chris Hoops 489
Jimmy Bendekovitz 673(248,224)
D&R Precision Machine - 3
Brian Dilley 745(251,258)
Dave Roman 539(201)
Rick Dilley 492
Josh Horninger 537(208)
Butch Post 640(201,258)
Shafer Landscaping - 1
Joe Schwartz 396
Mark Flamisch 475
Jeff Lear 499
Marty Csencsits
576(233)
Matt Paulus 592(217)
Moore Powersports - 3
Ed Taylor 576(241)
Brad Stuckey 586(203)
Scott Freibolin 611(234,224)
Mark Janda 589(214)
Milt Kelly 516(194)
WTF - 4
James Mandarino 437
Shawn Kulick 556(225)
Robert Kulick 530(202)
Donald Everitt 390(b)
Mike Klement Sr 724(224,300)
G&L Sign Factory - 0
Paul Duda 461
Don Schoeffling 390
Gary Gower Jr 618(209,215)
Doug Fehnel 557(214)
Jason Eberts 582(225)
Lehigh Valley Passport to History
1753 Bachmann
Publick House
(Northampton County Historical and Genealogical Society)
When/where: Friday and Saturday, March 27-28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, March 29 from 12 to 4 p.m., 169 Northampton St., Easton
What: Located at the corner of 2nd and Northampton streets in downtown Easton, the 1753 Bachmann Publick House offers an immersive experience
into 18th-century life. Visitors can walk the same floors that once echoed with the footsteps of John Adams, hear fascinating tavern tales and explore one of the oldest surviving buildings in Northampton County. Discover the colonial roots of Easton, the Revolutionary War connections that shaped our nation and the everyday lives of the people who built our communities. Friendly interpreters are ready to share the National Historic register structure with you and your family.
National Canal Museum
When/where: Saturday, March 28 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 2750 Hugh Moore Park Road,
Easton
Take a trip back to America’s golden age of canals when mules pulled canal boats on narrow towpaths and helped fuel America’s Industrial Revolution. Enjoy free admission to the museum and explore fun, hands-on exhibits highlighting 19th-century canal life and technology. Explore the 520-acre Hugh Moore Park, nestled between the Lehigh Canal and Lehigh River. Be the first to see our new Lehigh Valley 250 exhibition, America’s Second Revolution!
Fifty years after the American Revolution, a new kind of revolution transformed eastern Pennsylvania. Canals made it possible to transport tons of anthracite coal quickly, efficiently and affordably from the coal regions to the Lehigh Valley, Philadelphia and beyond—reshaping communities, powering industries and changing the nation’s trajectory. Come discover the innovations, stories and people who sparked this remarkable era.
Sigal Museum
(Northampton County Historical and Genealogical Society)
When/where: Friday and Saturday, March 27-28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, March 29 from 12 to 4 p.m., 342 Northampton St., Easton
Take a walk through over 250 years of Northampton County history with interactive exhibitions, Discovery Room and children’s activities. Be sure to check out our special exhibi-
HOLY SATURDAY Saturday, April 4, 2026 Blessing of the Easter Baskets - 12:00 pm Easter Vigil Mass – 8:00 pm
EASTER SUNDAY Sunday, April 5, 2026
7:00 am, 9:00 am, and 11:00 am Masses
tions: “Read This!” The History of Media in Northampton County, which explores the power of print, information and misinformation in Northampton County during the American Revolution and Remembering 1776: Commemoration and Memory of the
Revolution. “Read This!” is a part of the Lehigh Valley 250 initiative to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. You can also learn more about (or snag tickets to) their popular
Touchstone Theatre presents premiere of Original show, “America Dreams”
Submitted by MATT PRIDEAUX
Touchstone Theatre, the region’s only ensemble-based theatre, presents “America Dreams,” an interactive, original, site-specific show co-written by Touchstone ensemble members Jp Jordan, Matt Prideaux, Christopher Shorr and Mary Wright. In this immersive, theatrical experience, audience members will explore a roaming carnival with the power to transport people inside of America’s dreams. This original performance will take place on
April 18 and 19 at 2 p.m. in the Bethlehem Rose Garden, located on Bethlehem’s Northside. Set at the turn of the century, an aging Dust Bowl carnival called “Promise Land,” invites attendees to witness its whimsy and magic as a much-needed escape. Guests will have the opportunity to explore five attractions, each speaking to a different facet of the quintessential “American Dream.” Through these attractions, audience members will be encouraged to deconstruct different long held beliefs about
DEMO CLUB
America, and explore vital questions of what it means to be an American in today’s society: How do we remember our past? How do we envision the future? What happens when our stories, landscapes and values are packaged and sold? When do our myths inspire us—and when do they mislead us? And how quickly do we divide ourselves into “us” and “them?”
Presented as part of Touchstone’s community-centric programming series, UnBound Year-Round, and in partnership with LV250, this project began two years ago as the Touchstone ensemble looked ahead at the upcoming 250th anniversary of our country.
“We started the process by envisioning what America’s future might look like and dissecting the aspirations Americans have for themselves,” said Matt Prideaux, ensemble member and cocreator of the piece. “However, as we continued exploring, we became fixated on the polarizing forces in this country that are continually growing and creating a greater divide amongst its people. We sought to create a show that addresses the heavy topic of our American identity, while also encouraging everyone to come together despite their differences, and have a conversation with one another, in a fun, light and playful manner.”
Audiences can expect to walk through five attractions that each explore a different facet of what people have come to associate with an “American Dream.” From a mystic’s seance to an inventor’s showcase; a Wild West inspired puppet revue, to a great America road trip; guests will spend about two and a half hours total engaging with all that the Promise Land Carnival has to offer. This unique, interactive, site-specific theatre piece ultimately wants audiences to challenge themselves by asking questions about their own American dream.
location to location. Rain dates will take place April 25 and April 26 at 3:30 p.m. More information is available online at touchstone.org.
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walking tours: Easton Historic District, From Spirits to Speakeasies: Easton, Pa. During Prohibition and Eerie Easton. Or sign up for their upcoming Second Saturday bus tours, “In Search of the Declaration: A Historic Tour of Easton, Trenton and Philadelphia.”
Nazareth Borough Police Department
Illegal firearm possession
On March 12 at approximately 9:39 p.m., Nazareth police were conducting traffic surveillance in the Easton Road area. A vehicle's lighting infraction caught an officer's attention, prompting a traffic stop. During the subsequent investigation, it was discovered that a female passenger, 23-year-old Rose Makaylah, was
in possession of a firearm without a valid concealed carry permit. The female suspect was arrested and charged accordingly. She was then transported to Northampton County Prison, where she was turned over to their custody. Outstanding arrest warrant
On March 20 at 12:50 a.m., Nazareth police patrolled the Easton Road and South Broad Street area. A traffic infraction was spotted, and the vehicle was pulled over near the intersection of South Broad Street and South Street. During the stop, it was discovered that the front-seat passenger, 22-year-old Arianna Rodriguez, had an outstanding arrest warrant issued by the Northampton County Sheriff's Department. The individual was taken into custody, and the warrant was verified with the Sheriff's Department. The offender was then transported to the Northampton County Prison, where they were handed over to authorities.
Colonial Regional Police Department Theft at Lower Nazareth Wegmans
On March 17 at 5:16 p.m.,
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Touchstone's season is sponsored by Astound Broadband. UnBound Year-Round Gold Sponsors are Air Products and Donald B. & Dorothy L. Stabler Foundation. Print sponsorship is provided by Working Dog Press and media sponsorship is provided by Lehigh Valley with Love and WDIY 88.1FM Lehigh Valley Public Radio. Touchstone is also generously supported by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, as well as many local businesses, foundations and individuals.
“America Dreams” runs from April 18 to April 19, with shows starting at 2 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are paywhat-you-will. Guests are advised to wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. Chairs will be provided for those who need them; however, several sections of the piece will involve standing or moving from
EASTER BUFFET
Sunday, April 5 • 8am-last seating at 12pm
Adults $17 • Children Under 10 - $8
Available To Order: 2-Egg & Cheese Omelets w/one ingredient Classic Benedict Buffet Choices
Fresh Fruit Salad
French Toast Sausage Bacon
Chipped Beef Home Fries
Scrambled Eggs Waffles Ham
Scrapple Bites
Sausage Gravy Biscuits & Toast
Included Drinks: Coffee, Tea, Milk, Hot Chocolate
Palm Sunday - Sunday, March 29
Serving Triple Smoked Ham, Parsley Red Skin Potatoes, Green Beans, and Lettuce with Hot Bacon Dressing. Quarts and Pints of Hot Bacon Dressing available to purchase
Blue Mountain Drive-In
1439 Blue Mountain Dr., Danielsville Call 610-767-6379 to reserve your table
Northampton Area
March 21
Station 42 – Northampton Borough
Station 45 – Allen Township
The Northampton Fire Department responded to the following incidents within Northampton Borough during the week of March 15.
East 10th Street. Motor vehicle accident with injuries.
Station 42: Unit block West 17th Street. Ambulance assist.
Traffic stops were conducted in the 400 and 600 blocks of East 21st Street, West 9th Street and the 1000 block of Main Street.
Canal Street.
Officers assisted a female in the 2000 block of Center Street.
the 2000 block of Main Street.
March 14
Officers assisted a female in the 2000 block of Main Street.
March 9
Juvenile problem on Smith Lane.
Officers assisted females in the 1800 block of Lincoln Avenue and the 2000 block of Main Street.
March 11
Request for officers to assist Lehigh County Sheriff’s Department in the 1300 block of Canal Street.
Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a female in the 2100 block of Main Street.
Traffic stops were conducted at Main Street and East 9th Street, the 800 block of Washington Avenue, East 21st Street and Washington Avenue, and East 9th Street and Washington Avenue.
Station 5 – Coplay Borough
Station 47 – Lehigh Township
Station 15 – Hanover Township (Northampton County)
Reports of disturbances in the 2100 block of Main Street and the 2000 block of Canal Street.
Station 2 – Catasauqua
Report of a suspicious vehicle in the 2400 block of Lincoln Avenue.
March 13
Station 14 – Nancy Run Fire Company
Officers assisted a female in the 1300 block of Woodmont Lane.
Station 46 – East Allen Township
March 15
Requests to check the welfare of females in the 1600 block of Washington Avenue and the 100 block of Jeffrey Lane.
Request to check the welfare of a male at Pine Valley Lane and Kingsbarn Lane.
March 15
Station 42: 1600 block Laubach Avenue. Gas leak.
March 16
March 17
A traffic stop was conducted in the 2200 block of Main Street.
Officers assisted a male in the 400 block of East 12th Street.
March 18
Station 42: 1600 block Newport Avenue. Wires down.
Stations 42, 45, 5: 600 block Held Drive. Motor vehicle fire.
Stations 42, 45: West 10th and Main Streets. Motor vehicle accident.
Station 42: 2400 block Dewey Avenue. Ambulance assist.
March 20
Stations 42, 45, 46: 600 block
Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a female in the 500 block of Coventry Court.
Officers assisted Northampton Fire Department in the 500 block of East 11th Street.
Domestic in the 800 block of Main Street between a male and a female.
Traffic stops were conducted in the unit block of West 21st Street, Main Street and East 23rd Street, West 21st Street and Canal Street, the 1400 block of Canal Street, and Clear Springs Drive and Horwith Drive.
Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a female in the 100 block of Sycamore Court.
Request to check the welfare of a male in the 1600 block of Newport Avenue.
Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a male in the 1000 block of Canal Street.
Juvenile problem in the 1600 block of Laubach Avenue.
A traffic stop was conducted at 9th Street and Main Street.
Report of an unwanted male in
A traffic stop was conducted at East 18th Street and Washington Avenue.
Neighbor complaint in the 400 block of East 9th Street.
Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a male in the 2100 block of Main Street.
and Shrub Service
Report of a suspicious male in the unit block of West 21st Street.
Report of bank account fraud in the 1900 block of Washington Avenue.
March 10
Non-reportable accident on East 9th Street and Lincoln Avenue involving two vehicles.
Request to check the welfare of a female in the 1600 block of Newport Avenue.
Non-reportable accident in the 900 block of Main Street involving two vehicles.
Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a male in the 1800 block of Lincoln Avenue.
Report of ID theft in the 1500 block of Washington Avenue.
March 12
Disturbance in the 2100 block of Washington Avenue.
Request to check the welfare of a male in the 2300 block of Dewey Avenue.
Traffic stops were conducted in the unit block of West 21st Street, the 2600 block of Main Street, Laubach Avenue and Main Street, West 21st Street and
Nazareth Area
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center April community programs
Submitted by LAUREN FORSTER
Family Science NightAmphibians & Reptiles
Friday, April 3, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Practice being a herpetologist by studying the differences between amphibians and reptiles! We'll venture outdoors to some of our seasonal pools and ponds to spot some of these amazingly adapted creatures. This program is best for children ages 5 and up. Registration is required.
Wildflower Walk
Wednesday, April 15, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Join volunteer Doug Burton for a walk to the wildflower meadows of Jacobsburg. This program will focus on the identification of flowering plants and interesting folklore surrounding them. Prepare for a 1.5-mile walk in sloping and slightly muddy trail conditions. Please dress appropriately and bring necessary water/snacks. This program is for adults only.
Hike for Health
Wednesdays, April 15,
Walk through Historic Jacobsburg
May 13, June 10, July 8, Aug. 12, Sept. 2 and 30, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Get moving after work with a brisk hike at Jacobsburg! These guided monthly hikes are 2 to 3 miles over uneven terrain. You must be able to maintain a hiking pace of two miles per hour to attend. Dogs are welcome to hike on a leash. Meet at the Visitor Center flagpole at 400 Belfast Road. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting us at 610-7462801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.
Saturday, April 18, Session A: 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. or Session B: 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Celebrate America's 250th anniversary by learning about the role that early American industry played in shaping our fledgling country. On this exploratory walk, we will piece together the clues of the past to imagine the village which would eventually become our namesake. Registration is required. This program is being held twice on the same day, please pick your preferred time.
Talk Birdy to Me!
Saturday, April 25, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Bird vocalizations are very useful to identify birds, but the volume of sounds can be overwhelming at the same time. Now is a great time to brush up on your skills as we approach the peak of migration. We'll spend time both indoors and out using different tools and mnemonics to learn and identify the vocalizations of some of our common resident and migrant birds. Registration is required.
Signs of
Spring Hike
Saturday, April 25, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Join us as we search for wildflowers, new plant growth, migrating birds and other signs of spring. Be prepared for a moderate two-mile hike that involves muddy areas and uphill climbs. Please bring water, a snack and wear sturdy shoes. Registration is required.
Summer Day Camp Registration opens on April 6 at 12 p.m.:
Summer Day Camp (Ages 3-5): Animal Olympics Tuesday, June 23 through Friday, June 26, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Can you flap your arms as fast as a hummingbird? Or run as fast as a deer? Have fun learning while comparing your skills against some of Pennsylvania's amazing wildlife species! Campers must be accompanied by an adult each day of camp. Registration for this program will open at 12 p.m. on April 6. Registration will be online only. We are not able to accept walk-in or phone registrations. Adults do not need to be registered for this program. Please choose only one session of camp to sign up for. There is a non-refundable $15 registration fee for this camp.
Summer Day Camp (Ages 6-8) session one: The Transformers Tuesday, July 28 through Friday, July 31, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Join us for a fun-filled camp exploring the secret lives of insects! Learn about the flying and crawling friends that call Jacobsburg their home. Go on an adventure through our fields, creeks and forests with nets and bug boxes to see what kinds of creatures you can discover! Registration for this program will open at 12 p.m. on April 6. Registration will be online only. We are not able to accept walk-in or phone registrations. Please choose only one week of camp to sign up for. There is a non-refundable $25 registration fee for this camp. Summer Day Camp (Ages 9-12) session one: STEM Camp
Tuesday, July 28 through Friday, July 31, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Build, create and investigate! Campers will engage in different activities centered around conservation and sustainability in this Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics, (STEM)-inspired, day camp. We will explore renewable alternatives to plastic, energy and solve mysteries at Jacobsburg! Registration for this program will open at 12 p.m. on April 6. Registration will be online only. We are not able to accept walk-in or phone registrations. Please choose only one week of camp to sign up for. There is a non-refundable $25
registration fee for this camp. Summer Day Camp (Ages 6-8) session two: The Transformers
Tuesday, Aug. 4 through Friday, Aug. 7, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Join us for a fun filled camp exploring the secret lives of insects! Learn about the flying and crawling friends that call Jacobsburg their home. Go on an adventure through our fields, creeks and forests with nets and bug boxes to see what kinds of creatures you can discover! Registration for this program will open at 12 p.m. on April 6. Registration will be online only. We are not able to accept walk-in or phone registrations. Please choose only one week of camp to sign up for. There is a non-refundable $25 registration fee for this camp.
Summer Day Camp (Ages 9-12) session two: STEM Camp
Tuesday, Aug. 4 through Friday, Aug. 7, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Build, create and investigate! Campers will engage in different activities centered around conservation and sustainability in this Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics, (STEM)-inspired, day camp. We will explore renewable alternatives to plastic, energy and solve mysteries at Jacobsburg! Registration for this program will open at 12 p.m. on April 6. Registration will be online only. We are not able to accept walk-in or phone registrations. Please choose only one week of camp to sign up for. There is a non-refundable $25 registration fee for this camp.
Fishing equipment available
When: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth
Borrow fly rods, spinning rods, fly boxes and tackle to use in Jacobsburg’s creeks! To borrow equipment, you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. Persons aged 16 and older must possess a current fishing license
to fish. Adults can help children under 16 fish without a license. Bait is not provided. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. Discovery backpacks available
When: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth
Borrow a backpack full of kid-friendly tools to explore Jacobsburg! These backpacks are best for families with young children. Each backpack includes binoculars, notepad, colored pencils, magnifying lens, bug box, dip net and five field guides for exploring the pond, insects, birds, trees, butterflies and moths. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.
You can view and register for community programs online at https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/ search/events?order=date&searc h=jacobsburg. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program, please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. Interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs with at least seven days’ notice.
paying for was $396.55. Hopkins was charged with one count of Retail Theft (M1). He was arraigned and released ROR.
Drug arrest on Schoenersville Road
On March 21 at 11:23 a.m., CRPD stopped Vicki Bartholomew for an expired registration on Schoenersville Road. After further investigation, Bartholomew was charged with possession of marijuana small amount, possession of paraphernalia and cited for an expired registration. Charges will be filed through MDJ Zumas’ office.
Theft at Lower Nazareth Target
On March 21 at 1:42 p.m., CRPD responded to Target in Lower Nazareth Township for a retail theft. 51-year-old Rashaun Frazier, of Easton, selected various men’s clothing and placed the items in a reusable Target shopping bag. Frazier exited the store without paying for the items, which totaled $159.90. While in
CRPD responded to the Wegmans on East Nazareth Highway in Lower Nazareth for a report of retail theft in progress. Upon arrival, police met with Loss Prevention who related that they observed a male, later identified as 33-year-old Matthew Hopkins from Phillipsburg, N.J., selecting various merchandise and concealing it in reusable bags in a shopping cart. Hopkins proceeded through a closed register and out the main entrance, with the shopping cart containing the merchandise, passing all points of sale without rendering payment for the merchandise. Hopkins was stopped in the parking lot by Loss Prevention and escorted back into the store. The total value of the merchandise that Hopkins exited the store without
Target, it was learned that Frazier committed four previous unsolved thefts at this Target, ranging from July 2025 to present day for a grand total of $667.83. Frazier was arrested for all five retail thefts and charged with Misdemeanor 1 retail theft. Frazier was taken to Northampton County Central Booking for his arraignment.
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ASSUMPTION BVM
PARISH, Northampton. 610-262-2559
Sun.- Mass 8 a.m.
Tues. and Wed.- Mass 7 a.m., Sat.- Mass 5:30 p.m.
ASSUMPTION OF THE VIRGIN MARY UKRAINIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-2882
Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m., 10:30 a.m. livestream via Facebook. ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL, Nazareth. 610-746-3910
Sun. – SS/Holy Eucharist 10 a.m.
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-4104 Sun.- Mass 9 am., Mon-Fri- Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat.Mass 8:30 a.m./5 p.m. ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1061
Sun.- Worship 8/9:15 a.m., SS/Adult Bible Study 9:15 a.m.
NEW JOURNEY COMMUNITY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-8101 (HA) Worship 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
Sun. – Contemporary Worship 9 a.m., Christian Formation 10 a.m., 11 a.m.- Classic Worship ST. NICHOLAS R.C. Berlinsville. 610-767-3107
Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30 a.m. M-F -8:30 a.m., Sat. – 4:30 p.m. ST. PAUL’S THIRD LUTHERAN CHURCH, Palmer Twp. 610-258-0875
Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m. All welcome. ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton. 610-261-2910. HA Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. (with child care), SS 9 a.m. ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indianland, Cherryville. 610-767-5751
Sun. – Faith formation inperson and online 9 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m. ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Seemsville, Northampton. 610-837-7426
Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Hecktown. 610-759-6377 Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, Northampton. 610-837-5894
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SPRING BAZAAR AND VENDOR DAY
March 28, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Crafts, baked goods, candy, white elephant and the kitchen will be open.
Vendor items for sale include: quilted table runners, jar openers, sun glass cases, upcycled craft items, abstract art, spring garland and gnomes.
EGG HUNT
March 29, 10:30 a.m. Ages toddler to 12 years old. Prizes will be given out.
913 S. Mink Rd. Danielsville, PA 18038 (3/26)
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NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY BOROUGH OF NORTH CATASAUQUA
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids will be received by the Borough of Northampton, the Northampton Borough Municipal Authority and the Borough of North Catasauqua at the office of the undersigned, in the Municipal Building, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, until 4:00 p.m.., prevailing time, on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, for the furnishing of asphalt and stone materials for a period of one (1) year from the date of the bid award.
Detailed Specifications, Information to Bidders, and Official Bid Forms for the abovementioned items, to be used by all bidders, are available at the office of the undersigned on or
after March 5, 2026.
All proposals shall be submitted in a sealed envelope on the forms provided, clearly marked with the name of the bidder and identifying the items) for which the bids) is being submitted.
Bids will be publicly opened and read at the Northampton Borough Council Meeting at 7:00 p.m., prevailing time, on Thursday, April 2, 2026, and the awards will be made at a subsequent meeting of the Borough Council of the Borough of Northampton.
The Municipalities and the Authority reserve the right to increase or lecrease the quantities specified and to reject any or all bids, and to consider its own experience as well as the experience of others as a factor in determining bid awards, and to make the awards in the best interests of the Boroughs and the Borough Authority.
Bid proposals are to remain for a period of one (1) year after award of bid. Escalation clauses are acceptable.
Bidders are required to provide, as bid guarantee, a certified check or bid bond in the amount of ten (10) percent of the proposal made payable to the Borough of Northampton.
Brian Welsko
Borough Manager-Secretary 1401 Laubach Avenue, P. O. Box 70 Northampton, PA 18067
610-262-2576
(3/12-3/26)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Linda D. Herd, late of the Township of Lehigh, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased.
WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Alfred S. Pierce, Executor of the Estate of Linda D. Herd. 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:
Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064
I.D. No. 21445 (3/12-3/26)
ESTATE NOTICE
ESTATE OF Joan M. Paul, of the City of Bethlehem, County of Northampton and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary have been granted to Michael Mesko, Executor, 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 (3/12-3/26)
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NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH POLICE OFFICER EXAMINATION
Notice is hereby given that formal applications required to be completed in order to apply for an entry level position of Police Officer in Northampton Borough are now available at the Northampton Borough Police Department, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, PA 18067.
This position is governed by Civil Service Rules and Regulations of Northampton Borough. Starting salary is contractually set at approximately $69,563.20. The fourth year (full) $99,376.
(1) Act 120 certification is not required, however, preferential consideration may be given to Act 120 certified Officers. Contractual obligations may be required of an applicant for the costs of Academy training.
(2) Must have reached his/ her 21st birthday before the deadline for submitting completed applications.
(3) Must be a resident of Pennsylvania and live within a 25-mile radius of the Borough.
(4) Must possess a high school or equivalent diploma.
(5) Must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license when applying and at time of employment.
(6) Must be a United States citizen.
(7) Must be physically and mentally fit to perform the full duties of a police officer.
(8) Must be able to speak, write, and read the English language.
(9) Must complete an application form, which must include a non-refundable check or money order for $50 to cover processing costs. Checks should be made payable to “Borough of Northampton.”
Completed applications must be received by the Northampton Borough Police Department, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, PA 18067, no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 24, 2026.
Qualified applicants will be notified of testing dates.
(3/19-4/23)
NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING APRIL 1, 2026
The Northampton Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold its public meeting on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, at 7:00 P.M. to review the following appeals:
1. Anthony W. Stellar, Route 309 & Lowhill Road, P.O. Box 52, Schnecksville, PA 18078, for the property located at the northeast corner of West 16th Street and Doris Street, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Parcel No. M4NW1B-10-1 and is located in an R-2 Residential Zoning District.
The owner is proposing to construct a two-family residential use on the property which is a permitted use. There are currently no residential structures on the property with the exception of an existing 2 car garage located in the rear of the property.
Anthony W. Stellar is seeking dimensional variances to construct a two-family residential structure:
Northampton Borough Zoning Ordinance 250, Attachment 4, Schedule III for (1) Minimum Lot Area Per Dwelling Unit (square feet), (2) Minimum Lot Width (feet), (3) Minimum Front Yard (feet), and (4) Minimum Side Yard (feet).
2. Nawal Atiyeh, 2386 Minnich Road, Allentown, PA 18104, owner of the property located at 2022 Main Street Rear, 1st Floor, Northampton, Pennsylvania. This property is located on Tax Parcel No. L4SW4B-2-4
and is located in a C-2 Commercial Zoning District.
The owner is proposing to lease approximately 6,925 square feet of area to “Mighty Pawz, LLC for a Dog Daycare, Boarding Facility, and Humane Society located primarily on the first floor with the main access on the ground level in the rear of the existing multi-use commercial/residential structure. The proposal is a permitted use in the C-2 Zoning District under § 250-22 C (1) Miscellaneous provisions, Animals and fowls.
Nawal Atiyeh is seeking a variance from off street parking requirements as per Zoning Ordinance § 250-19 Off-street parking and loading, Attachment 4, Schedule III, Type of Use “Services, Offices.” (3/19 & 3/26)
MOORE TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE
HEARING/MEETING
The regular meeting of the Moore Township Zoning Hearing Board will be held on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 7:00 P.M. The meeting will be held at the Moore Twp. Municipal Building, 2491 Community Dr. Bath, PA 18014. Members of the public are welcome to participate. The specific agenda for the meeting is as follows:
26-ZHB-800
The applicant(s), Claudine A. Smith, applicants of the property located at 2948 Mountain View Dr. Bath, PA 18014 requests the following relief: a variance to construct a 2nd Dwelling Unit on the property without subdivision and/or land development. The section(s) of the ordinance cited for this application are as follows: Chapter 300 Moore Twp. Zoning ordinance, Section 30026 Limitation of Principal Uses, 300-27 Principal Buildings, 300-22.A1 (a) Agricultural Uses, 300-8 Definition of Land development, as well as any other section that may apply. The property, County PIN# H5-104 contains 17.73 acres and is zoned, Rural Agricultural (RA).
Jason L. Harhart Zoning Officer Moore Township (3/19 & 3/26)
LEHIGH TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE
The Lehigh Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 6:00 PM, to hear the following appeal. The hearing will be held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA 18088.
MELISSA A. ALTIF
The applicant/owner of the property located at 4622 Steven Lane, Walnutport, PA 18088, is requesting a variance from Section 180-16.E of the Lehigh Township Zoning Ordinance which does not allow an accessory structure in the front yard. The applicant proposes to construct a two-story detached garage that would be located within the front yard.
The property is located in the A/RR (Agriculture/Rural Residential) Zoning District. The parcel Identification Number is J2SE3-1-20-0516.
BLAKE M. ARTIGLERE & CLAIRE L. WESSNER
The applicant/owner of the property located at 723 Almond Road, Walnutport, PA 18088, is requesting a variance from Section 180-16.E of the Lehigh Township Zoning Ordinance, which limits maximum impervious coverage to 20%. The applicant proposes to construct a detached pole barn and associated driveway, which would increase the total impervious coverage on the property to 26%.
The property is located in the A/RR (Agriculture/Rural Residential) Zoning District. The parcel Identification Number is J2-16-3A-0516.
Meetings are open to the public and all interested parties are welcome to attend and will have an opportunity to be heard.
Estate of Carol L. Polkowski, deceased, late of Walnutport, County of Northampton and State 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 the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to:
Executor: Sean M. Polkowski c/o Yary L. Ledee de Leon, Esquire
SHULMAN LAW OFFICE PC 1935 Center Street Northampton, PA 18067 (3/26-4/9)
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LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Borough of Nazareth intends to adopt the following Ordinance at its regularly scheduled monthly meeting to be held on April 6, 2026, at 6:00 P.M., E.D.T., at the Nazareth Regional Ambulance Corps, 159 West Center Street, Nazareth, Pennsylvania.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 11, HOUSING, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF NAZARETH, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA TO REQUIRE A PERMIT WHEN HOUSEHOLD GOODS ARE MOVED OR TRANSPORTED INTO, OUT OF, OR WITHIN THE BOROUGH OF NAZARETH.
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Borough of Nazareth, in Borough Council assembled, and it is hereby ordained and enacted by the authority of the same, that Chapter 11 of the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Nazareth, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, is hereby revised to include the following:
Part 2 Moving Permits
§11-201. Permit Required.
No person or persons, firm or corporation shall move or cause to be moved to any place within the Borough of Nazareth (“Borough”) or from any place therein to another place therein or beyond the limits thereof any household goods or other goods, wares or merchandise in bulk, without first having obtained a permit from the Borough for such moving or transportation.
§11-202. Application for Permit.
Any person or persons, firm or corporation requiring such a permit for moving or transportation of household goods or other goods, wares or merchandise in bulk, shall make application at Borough Office of Administration setting forth his, her, their
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or its name and address, the name or names of the reputed owner or owners of the property to be moved or transported, the address or location from which the property is to be moved or transported, the address or location to which the property is to be moved or transported, and the name of each known individual, 18 years old or older, that will be moving into or out of the property.
§11-203. Permit Fee.
The Borough shall, upon application being made as provided herein, issue a permit on payment of a fee in an amount as established, from time to time, by resolution of the Borough Council, which permit shall set forth the name or names of the permittee or permittees, the name or names of the reputed owner or owners of the property to be moved or transported, the address or location from which the property is to be moved or transported and the address or location to which the property is to be moved or transported.
§11-204. Violation and Penalties.
Any person or persons, firm or corporation violating the provisions of this Part or furnishing false information to the Borough in connection with any application for permit hereunder shall, upon conviction thereof, be sentenced to pay a fine of not more than $600 and costs of
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shall be assessed against violators and awarded to the Borough.
Repealer.
All Ordinances or parts of Ordinances, which are inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed.
Effective Date.
This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon adoption by the Borough Council and approval by the Mayor.
Copies of the complete Ordinance are available at the Borough Administrative Office, 134 South Main Street, Nazareth, Pennsylvania.
Paul A. Kokolus, Secretary Alfred S. Pierce, Solicitor (3/26)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of DOROTHY L.
DAVID, late of the Borough of Northampton, County of Northampton, Pennsylvania. Letters of Administration have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the decedent to make known the same, and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payable without delay to:
REBECCA ANN LIGGITT 717 Crane Street Catasauqua, PA 18032
or to her Attorney
John L. Obrecht, Esquire 1731 Main Street Northampton, PA 18067-1544 (3/26-4/9)
Northampton County Upcoming Road work
Municipality: Bethlehem and Hanover Townships
Road: US 22
Between: PA 33 and Schoenersville Road
Type of work: Litter removal
Work being done by: PennDOT
Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Work in shoulder areas. This will be a moving operation. Be alert for slow moving work vehicles entering or exiting the highway on US 22 east or west. Please use caution driving through the work zone.
Start: March 23
Estimated end: March 26
In effect: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For more information and additional senior centers in Northampton County, visit www.northamptoncounty.org.
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.
In effect: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Municipality: Moore
Township, Bath and Chapman Boroughs Road: PA 987/Monocacy Drive
Between: PA 248 and PA 946
Type of work: Crack sealing
Work being done by: PennDOT
Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restrictions. Expect delays and please use caution driving through the work zone.
Start: March 25
Estimated end: March 27
In effect: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Municipality: Bethlehem, Lower Nazareth, Palmer, Bushkill and Plainfield Townships and Stockertown Borough Road: PA 33 South
Between: PA 512 and US 22
Type of work: Litter removal
Work being done by: PennDOT
Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime Restriction: Work in shoulder areas. Be alert for slow moving work vehicles entering or exiting the highway. Please use caution driving through the work zone.
Start: March 25
Estimated end: March 26
Municipality: Forks and Plainfield Townships Road: Kesslersville Road Between: Sullivan Trail and PA 191
Type of work: Crack sealing
Work being done by: PennDOT
Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restrictions. Expect delays and please use caution driving through the work zone.
Start: March 26
Estimated end: March 27
In effect: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Municipality: Moore Township Road: North Hokendauqua Road Between: Valley View Drive and PA 946
Type of work: Drainage Work being done by: PennDOT
Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restrictions. Expect delays and please use caution driving through the work zone.
Start: March 27
Estimated end: March 27
In effect: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Municipality: Palmer Township Road: PA 248
Between: Sales Street and Newburg Road
Type of work: Other Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Easy Cinnamon Rolls (from scratch)
Yields: 10-12 rolls
Prep time: 1 hour, 40 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
Dough
• 2 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled), more as needed
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup whole milk
• 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 and 1/4 teaspoons Platinum Yeast from Red Star or any instant yeast (1 standard packet)
• 1 large egg, at room temperature
Filling
• 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter, extra softened
• 1/3 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
• 1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon Cream Cheese Icing
• 4 ounces full-fat block cream cheese, softened to room temperature
• 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• 2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Road Work
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Restriction: Lane restrictions.
Expect delays and please use caution driving through the work
zone.
Start: March 27
Estimated end: March 27
Instructions:
1. Make the dough: Whisk flour, sugar and salt together in large bowl. Set aside.
2. Combine milk and butter in a heatproof bowl. Microwave or use stove and heat until butter has melted and mixture is warm to the touch. Whisk in yeast until dissolved. Pour mixture into dry ingredients, add egg and stir with sturdy rubber spatula/wooden spoon or use a stand mixer with a paddle attachment on medium speed. Mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Transfer dough to lightly floured surface. Using floured hands, knead dough for 3-5 minutes. If dough is too soft or sticky, add more flour. Place in lightly greased bowl, cover loosely and let dough rest for 10 minutes while preparing filling ingredients.
4. Fill the rolls: After 10 minutes, roll dough out in a 14x8-inch rectangle. Spread softened butter on top. Mix cinnamon and brown sugar together. Sprinkle over dough. Roll up dough to make 14-inch log. Cut into 10–12 even rolls and arrange in lightly greased
In effect: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Municipality: Palmer Township Road: Tatamy Road Between: Walter Avenue and Northwood Avenue
Type of work: Drainage Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
9- or 10-inch round cake pan, pie dish or square baking pan.
5. Rise: Cover pan with aluminum foil, plastic wrap or clean kitchen towel. Allow rolls to rise in warm environment for 60–90 minutes or until doubled in size.
6. Bake the rolls: After rolls have doubled in size, preheat oven to 375 degrees. Bake for 24–27 minutes, or until lightly browned. Remove pan from oven and place on a wire rack.
7. Make the icing: In medium bowl using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with paddle or whisk attachment, beat cream cheese on high speed until smooth and creamy. Add butter and beat until smooth and combined, then beat in the confectioners’ sugar and vanilla until combined. Using a knife or icing spatula, spread icing over warm rolls and serve.
Type of restriction: Daytime Restriction: Lane restrictions. Expect delays and please use caution driving through the work zone. Start: March 27
Estimated end: March 27 In effect: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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St. Luke’s Older Adult Meal Program is a big hit
Among seniors
Submitted by SAM KENNEDY
Even a frigid cold day in January after a near-record snow couldn’t stop area senior citizens from heading to St. Luke’s Anderson Campus in Northampton County for their evening meal.
“The food is delicious, but the main reason we come is the people,” said retired physician Ralph Shields of Bethlehem. “The friends. We have friends we get to see here all the time.”
His wife, Jean Soloi, was a bit more focused on the food. “Do they have a good dessert,” she asked. “I have to get it first.”
Dozens of senior citizens turn out every weekday night to the cafeterias at 10 St. Luke’s campuses to take advantage of the Older Adult Meal Program.
Over at Geisinger St. Luke’s Hospital in Orwigsburg,
Schuylkill County, 85-year-old Clem Utara from nearby Deer Lake goes four to five times a week depending on the menu, and gets there early to save seats for five friends, so they can all sit together.
“The food is good,” he said. “The ambiance here, the people, the staff, it just feels nice. I look forward to it, and to seeing everyone.”
For just $3.99, adults 65-andover receive a nutritious and healthy meal that includes an entree, a soup or salad, a side dish, vegetable, dessert and a 12-ounce drink. All the meals are prepared fresh daily, and many of the ingredients are grown at the St. Luke’s Rodale Institute Organic Farm, a 14-acre area that grows more than 70 varieties of about 30 types of produce.
Al Gerra, left, with Michel Lloyd, enjoy a meal at St. Luke’s Anderson Campus.
St. Luke’s began the Older Adult Meal Program in 2017; one component of a broader Senior Health Program committed to helping older adults stay as healthy and independent as long as possible.
According to a study in the Journal of the American Medical Association, about one-third of older adults reported feeling lonely or a felt a lack of companionship, with that percentage increasing the lower their income. Loneliness and social isolation increased the mortality rate by more than 25%.
“This initiative addresses many of the needs outlined in our 2025 Community Health Need Assessment comprehensively— from access, healthy fresh food, to building companionship for community development,” said Rajika E. Reed, vice president of community health for St. Luke’s. “Along with the adults participating in the meal program, our partners in the community have been overwhelming positive about the benefits of this program, as it serves our senior population—a group frequently missed.”
they meet make the evening meals special. She and Butch attend almost every weeknight.
“We sit with our friends, and we laugh so much,” she said. “People say they want to sit at our table because we’re having so much fun.”
Ralph and Jean said they attend two or three nights a week. He is a retired St. Luke’s family practice internal medicine doctor, the middle of a three-generation chain of St. Luke’s doctors starting with his father and now his son.
Ian Russell, the general manager for dietary administration at the Anderson Campus, said they serve 60-100 Older Adult meals every day, averaging 63 meals per weekday over the last year. The Warren (N.J.) Campus led the way by averaging 80 meals per weekday.
“We get a big crowd, about 2030 who are regulars every day,” he said. “Some of them get here well before we are ready to serve at 4 o’clock.”
Adult meals, but they are served on weekdays Monday through Friday. Many of the campuses also offer an expert speaker during the meals one night a month who speaks on physical or mental health topics.
• Anderson Campus – 4-6:30 p.m.
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The Older Adult Meal Program, providing affordable nutritious meals along with social contact, exemplifies the unique culture that has made St. Luke’s the top-ranked health care system in the country. In 2025, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services ranked St. Luke’s #1 ahead of Houston Methodist and Mayo Clinic as the nation’s top health system for quality, safety and patient experience—an objective recognition reaffirming St. Luke’s preeminent position as a leader among the largest and most respected health care providers in the country.
“The food is good and it’s good company, but it’s a great value,” said Butch Cutrona of Plainfield Township, who was there with his partner, Theresa. While often it’s the relatively low price of the meals that initially draws people, it’s the quality and camaraderie that keeps them coming back.
“My daughter-in-law told me about this a long time ago,” Theresa Rothrock said. “I never really thought about coming until one of the friends I have breakfast with said she was coming, so we came. That was two years ago, and we’ve been coming ever since.”
Theresa said that the friends
Sally Boyer, a Nutrition Services aide, is the shining star for the seniors on Wednesday nights. She knows everyone’s name, and everyone asks her what's being served before they get to the dinner line.
Hours vary a bit from campus to campus for the Older
