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Phantoms salute crowd after ending skid

Carol Ritter Page 5

Church directory Page 11

The Phantoms ended their winless skid with back-to-back wins at PPL Center to conclude a four-game homestand. Story on page 9.

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East Allen will join with Allen On truck traffic restriction study

by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News

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In the wake of planned warehouses and the truck traffic that is expected to be generated with it in the Howertown area, Allen Township is considering a truck restriction route ordinance/ study. East Allen Township’s Board of Supervisors on Thursday indicated that they will go along with Allen Township on the study, the traffic impact from additional tractor-trailers, and how they can deal with the problem. But as of now, nothing formal is taking place in East Allen, except that their solicitor will work on an ordinance that could prohibit traffic on certain roads.

Hanover Township, Northampton County, is also part of studying the traffic impact from the Northampton Industrial Park at Rt. 329 & Savage Road and the FedEx Ground complex planned for Willowbrook Road.

Hanover Engineering, which serves both Allen and East Allen townships, will do the studies.

In a March 9 letter, Allen Township said they will cover the cost of placing signs along the roads.

Various opinions have been made on which roads to restrict trucks.

Supervisor Madelyn Kemp asked, “Where will all the trucks be going?” Township Manager Deborah Seiple answered,

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“They’ll be coming through East Allen.”

Other matters • Mrs. Seiple reported Pa. DEP letters of Feb. 25 and March 14 to Effort Foundry about heating oil discovered on their property, and the need to clean it up.

• While she said the township can apply for reimbursement under Sewage Facilities Act 537, she said there will be none for 2016.

• In her report, Mrs. Seiple noted that the Lehigh Valley Government Academy is offering courses on planning and zoning.

• Eastern Industries has applied for continuation of its air

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quality permit from DEP for its Bath asphalt plant.

• Four seasonal employees were approved by the board – three for parks work like mulching, mowing, and the pavilion, and one for roads.

• Solicitor Joseph Piperato was authorized to advertise the township’s comprehensive plan.

• Engineer James Milot reported that an extension of 90 days was requested for St. Luke’s Hospital land development, and it was approved by the board.

No action was taken on information from Hanover Township that they have two trucks available for sale.

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Termine-Beil engagement announcement submitted by DIANE AND RICHARD BEIL Benji and Pam Termine of Malvern, PA announce the engagement of their daughter, Kimberly Anne Termine, to Jeremy Alan Beil, son of Diane and Richard Beil and the late Robin Beil of Moore Township.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Drexel University. She is a Director of the Managed Solutions Group at Janney Montgomery Scott in Philadelphia, PA. Her fiancé is a graduate of Penn State University. Jeremy is a Senior Financial Advisor at The Vanguard Group in Malvern, PA. A fall 2016 wedding is planned.

ATTENTION MOORE TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS ELECTRONICS RECYCLING DAY!!!!!

Moore Township is partnering with 10 local Municipalities to hold an electronics recycling event on;

SATURDAY, APRIL 16, 2016 from 9am to 12 NOON. LOCATION: Nazareth Intermediate School 355 Tatamy Road, Nazareth, Pa. 18064 PLEASE NOTE: There will be a fee to recycle items such as Televisions, CRT monitors and Printers. Many additional items will be free to recycle. For a complete listing of what you can recycle and if there is a fee for that item (and the amount), please go to the Moore Township website at mooretownship.org.

THANK-YOU FOR RECYCLING!

GETTING OUT!

Thank you from Ahart’s Market

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.

Ahart’s Market would like to thank the following organizations and businesses for their generous donations to the Bath Annual Easter Egg Hunt: Bath Youth Groups (Brownie Troop #8606, Junior Troop #8219, Cadets #8542, Troop #33 and Pack #33), Gloria and Blaine Hoffmeis-

Bath Area Kids Fishing Contest- April 23 and 24, Monocacy Creek (Bath Area Fishing Committee).

3rd annual Nazareth Jazz Festival Spring Edition- April 30 from noon until 5 p.m. at the Nazareth Boro Park in Nazareth.

Nazareth Farmers Market Opening Day- April 30 in the Square in Nazareth from 9-1 p.m.

Bath Farmers Market Opening Day- May 20 at Keystone Park from 3-7 p.m., opening day festivities.

Bike Fest-Saturday, May 21 from 1-7 p.m. in historic downtown Nazareth. Bands, food, Keystone Harley display, vendors, etc. FMI call 610-759-9188.

Northampton Farmers Market Opening Day- May 24, every Tuesday from 3-6:30 p.m. New location Municipal Park, Laubach Ave. and Smith Lane.

38th annual Arts & Crafts Festival- Saturday, June 4 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Hosted on the lawn of the 1740/1743 Whitefield House, Nazareth.

Free Open Air Concert- June 18 at Moore Township Rec Center. Crazy Hearts performing from 6-10 p.m. Food, beer and soda will be available for sale.

Creekside Arts Festival- June 18 at Monocacy Creek Park from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Bath Community Days- Four-day event festival. July 2124 at Fireman’s Field and Keystone Park. Vendors, 5k, live music, rides, food, demonstrations and more. Stay tuned FMI! 7th Annual Great Bath Duck Race- July 29 at Monocacy Creek Park at 5 p.m.

9th Annual Martin on Main- August 6 from 1-7 p.m. on Main St. in Nazareth.

Moore Township Community Days- August 26 and 27 at Moore Twp. Rec. Center. Music, fireworks, food, drinks and much more. More info to follow.

Spuds and Suds Street Fair- Aug. 27 from 12-8 p.m.

Held in Bath. Stay tuned FMI.

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OUTDOORS It’s Trout season Here in the state’s Southeast region

by HOBBY Northampton County is one of the counties in the southeastern part of Pennsylvania, where the trout season has begun, and where it will really get into high gear this weekend.

This past Saturday, March 26 was the Southeast Region Mentored Youth Day, where youngsters with an adult had chances to catch brook, brown or rainbow trout. The kids were allowed to catch and harvest two fish, while the adult could only catch one and that in catch-and-release.

The main idea was to provide families with a great opportunity to get out on the water and teach their offspring how to catch fish when it’s not overcrowded, as it most likely will be this weekend.

As noted, the official opening day for anglers here in the southeast, where waters are supposedly warmer, is this Saturday morning, April 2. Statewide, it won’t be until April 16.

The Bath Area Fish Committee

will have its annual trout fishing contest the weekend of April 23 and 24, in the Monocacy Creek that flows through Bath.

The Pa. Fish & Boat Commission also has a Keystone Select Stocked Trout Waters Program with eight creeks stocked with trophy-sized trout ranging from 14 to 20 inches. But the waters aren’t close by. You’ll need to get in the car and travel, for the three closest are the Wiconisco Creek in Dauphin County (Harrisburg area); Middle Branch of the White Clay Creek in Chester County (near Philly), and South Branch of the Tunkhannock Creek in Lackawanna counties to the north. However, knowing fishermen, I’m sure they wouldn’t mind the ride if they can catch a real lunker. Heck, many locals travel to New York State for salmon every year!

Salute to a fellow Outdoor Writer, Forester, and more For the past few years, 61-yearold Mary Hosmer of Ridgway in Elk County has served as the Pa. Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs’ Member-at-Large. She isn’t a delegate from her county, but an independent person who has

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a say when things come up for a vote. The sportsmen respect her opinion.

I’ve been a member of the Pa. Outdoor Writers for many years, and when I received my winter edition of PowWow, the association’s magazine, I noticed that Mary is the secretary of P.O.W.A. That in itself was eye-opening, for it’s a job serving her peers in the journalistic field.

Only a few days later I received a copy of Pa. Outdoor News, and there she was featured as 2016 Person of the Year. I want to congratulate Mary, who recently retired from the U.S. Forest Service, for her tireless efforts in conservation and as a wildlife biologist and forester. She has also been honored as one of 36 Heroes of Conservation, the $500 she received going to the Ruffed Grouse Society’s Pa. Drummer Fund, which assists landowners in growing new woods.

She’s now leading a 10-year plan to restore 1,500 acres on a 90,000-acre tract of industrial timberlands owned by Hancock Forest Management in McKean County as habitat for ruffed grouse, woodcock, deer, bears, bobcats and other species.

Congratulations, Mary, as you carry on your interests in preserving our forests and wildlife also with a program sponsored by the Pa. Forest Stewards, a non-profit initiative by Penn State University Cooperative Extension and Pa. DCNR.

Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center April events via events.dcnr.pa.gov Family Night - Frog Find and Salameander Friday, April 8 from 6:30-8 p.m.

Do you know what an amphibian is? Discover what makes this group of animals and the vernal ponds that they depend on unique. Vernal ponds are temporary bodies of water that form in spring from rain and snowmelt.

These ponds lack predatory fish and are used by frogs and salamanders to breed and lay eggs.

Join us for this evening adventure to explore these woodland ponds in search of amphibian wonders.

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Signs of Spring Hike Saturday, April 9 from 3:305:30 p.m.

Looking for a way to beat the winter doldrums? Join us as we search for wildflowers, new plant growth, migrating birds and other signs of spring. Be prepared for a moderate hike that may involve muddy slopes and uphill climbs.

Please bring binoculars, a camera, water and a snack, and wear sturdy shoes. We will meet at the Sobers Run parking lot near the intersection of Belfast Road and Keller Road. Registration is required.

Celestial Wildlife Saturday, April 9 from 8-9:30 p.m.

Did you know that the night sky is filled with all sorts of wildlife? Join us for this nighttime adventure as we use our imagination and search the sky for bears, lions, dogs, bulls and even dragons! Please dress warmly and wear sturdy shoes. Bring a blanket to sit on, a flashlight, snack, water and binoculars if you have them. This program is best for families with children ages five years old and up. Please note that the park will not provide telescopes at this program. Registration is required.

Tuesday Tails & Trails Tuesday, April 12 from 5:30-

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7 p.m.

Exact Location-Visitor Center Flag Pole Get some exercise with your canine companion. Jacobsburg’s dog ambassador “Lehigh” will lead the way and demonstrate proper dog walking etiquette in state parks. These guided hikes are 2 to 2.5 miles over uneven terrain. Hikers should always bring water, dog waste bags, and sturdy boots or shoes. Dogs must be on a leash. Meet by the flagpole at the Visitor Center at 400 Belfast Rd. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting us at 610-7462801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.

Earth Day at Jacobsburg Saturday, April 23 from 9:00 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Celebrate Earth Day at Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center with a state treeplanting event. Help us restore the ecological integrity of Jacobsburg by planting Eastern Hemlocks in the park. A service forester from the Bureau of Forestry will provide planting instructions for all volunteers.

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by CAROL RITTER

April Fool’s Day

I have a dream about walking into a store and getting greeted immediately, walking into a bakery and someone looking up to help you right away and when something goes wrong someone at the business apologizes.

I went shopping for an outfit for my mom last week, a specific jacket that was advertised. After looking for over 15 minutes, I asked a clerk where it was. He replied “over there,” pointing to where I just was. I gave up. Later, a young lady helpfully offered to use the store’s “you-find-it service” on the computer and pointed me to exactly where the jacket was. I’m thinking it must be April Fool’s Day. Then I went to a local baker to order a birthday cake and found three employees talking to each other, and when they finally noticed me they treated me like an annoyance. When I told them that I was dropping off a photo for a cake that I needed a week later, the one woman snapped at me: “We baked that already.” I’m thinking, it must be April Fool’s Day. Sometimes customer service doesn’t rock like it should, and does not even come close to what should happen to earn the money for goods or services.

The answer to this customer service problem is simple:

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For more information or to register for any of these events, please call 610-746-2801 or visit jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.

• Set an example for your staff.

Train them, train them, train them. Annually.

• Survey your customers and find out their opinion about your business.

• Don’t allow bad behavior to define your business.

It isn’t April Fool’s Day, it’s just another bad week in the world of customer service.

Carol S. Ritter, past President of the National Speakers Association in Philadelphia, is an accomplished professional speaker, coach and educational consultant specializing in innovative leadership, outrageous fundraising, million-dollar marketing and building organizational alliances throughout the country. FMI on Carol’s creative leadership with bulletproof ideas for recruiting more members, more money and better leaders: www.caroltalks. com, 610-442-4545, tellkids@aol. com, “Like” Carol on facebook at Caroltalks and CarolCoaches.

Give blood with the Red Cross during National Volunteer Month submitted by BETH TOLL The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood during National Volunteer Month this April and make a difference in the lives of patients in need.

More than three million generous people donated blood through the Red Cross last year.

The Red Cross salutes these volunteer blood donors who helped fulfill its lifesaving mission and invites others to roll up a sleeve and join them.

Kathy Huey became a donor after encouragement from her husband, who has given more than 11 gallons of blood. “I love the fact that I’m helping others by giving a little bit of my time,” she said. “It’s simple and easy and helps save lives – what could be better?”

Volunteer donors are the only source of blood products for those in need of transfusions. Donors of all blood types are needed this spring.

To make an appointment to give blood, download the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800733-2767).

Upcoming blood donation opportunities: Easton- 4/1/2016: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m., Charles Chrin Community Center, 4100 Green Pond Road.

How to donate blood: Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information.

All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients.

A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at checkin. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain

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Blood donors can now save time at their next donation by using RapidPass to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, prior to arriving at the blood drive. To get started and learn more, visit redcrossblood.org/RapidPass and follow the instructions on the site.

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GAB OVER by Pete THE FENCE G. Ossip Easter has come and gone. The weather was cool, but folks came out to church even at sunrise, well not quite, 6:00 a.m. to be exact. Just like the Saturday before, the young’uns hadta bundle up for their egg hunts at home, if the Easter Bunny hid them outside.

Once in a while Mom and Dad

take over and hide the eggs inside under lamps or behind couch cushions or wherever. Then it’s dinner time. We had a nice big smoked ham for our dinner that Elmira baked with some rings of pineapples, along with lots of trimmings. . . .Anyhow, here we are on the brink of April, and that usually means April showers bring May flowers. It’s been just warm enough at times that daffodils are blooming everywhere, and I noticed dogwood trees are budding, too. . . .Of course,

April also has the big date of the 15th when Uncle Sam wrings his hands and looks for lots of loot to finance big government. Bath Borough got in ahead of that, though, so those bills came in with the same deadline. Seems taxes are a never-ending story, and if it’s not that, there’s the mortgage payment that makes it tough to make ends meet. But we struggle on and that’ all that matters, I guess. Love conquers all, so just grin and bear it! . . . . Villanova’s basketball team has

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made the Final Four of the NCAA March Madness tournament in beating a No. 1 Kansas, but they may hit a bigger snag when they play their next competitor on Saturday, Oklahoma, with a player who made eight three-point shots from beyond. That’s unbelievable! . . . . Power went out for a few hours on Saturday as a tractortrailer hit a pole and knocked down wires near the Keystone.

Electric, went out for a second or two again on Monday, but I don’t know if there was an accident or not. . . . I enjoyed Kathy Unger’s series of the past. Wonder if she has any more stories to tell? . . . .Took notice that Rev. Todd Fennell of St. Paul’s U.C.C. Church over Northampton way is a bassbaritone / trumbonist and is part of a concert coming up on April 17. He’s also with the Bach Choir down in Bethlehem. I recall Rev. Fran Merkel played the flute in Bath. And isn’t there a pastor up in Moore Township who’s musically inclined? . . . .Ye Ed got eight eyeglasses in the blue barrel for the Bath Lions to turn in at the convention this weekend.

That is after sorting through the trash, which is not supposed to go into it. Some people can’t read!

Glasses only, please! . . . .Congrats to the Sacred Heart School for their 90 years! They’re having a big shindig in May to celebrate the anniversary. . . . Snow birds will be heading North soon from their winter hiatus in the Sunshine State. . . .Monday was the last day to register to vote in the presidential primary, which is coming up in a couple weeks. . . .Gotta go clean windows.

Even though the house was spic and span for Easter, she’s big on spring house cleaning. See ya!

BATH BOWLING Team 6 Sweeps Again To Tie Team 3 for Lead in Die Hards

Team 6 did it again. They scored a four-game sweep to tie Team 3 for first place in the Bath Die Hards League on March 23.

Team 6 had Michelle Tirrell hitting 511 and Bert Davidson 411.

Team 3 won 3 to 1 with Doug Head scoring 601; David Guest, 591, and Herb Guest, 460, to clip Team 5’s Jim Stevens’ 487 and Polly Kosman’s 438.

Team 4 pulled into second place, also with a 4-game sweep, led by Gerald Bartholomew, 591;

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Charmaine Bartholomew, 524; Amanda Leindecker, 502, and Albert Arthoffer, 420.

Teams 1 and 2 were the 0 to 4 victims. Team 1 had Bob R. Kosman, 567; Bob C. Kosman, 488, and Joe Bachman, 466. Terry Bachman scored a big 735, followed by Emre LaBar, 534, and Ken Grube, 478 but their Team 2 fell into last place.

STANDINGS W L Team 6 35 21 Team 3 35 21 Team 4 31 25 Team 1 29 27 Team 5 28 28 Team 2 27 29

Maxx Amusements Solidifies First Place In Bath Commercial

Maxx Amusements scored 3 to 1 over Daku Auto Body to strengthen their hold on first place in the Bath Commercial Bowling League in week 28 as second place Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering split.

Leading the Maxx attack were Andy Edelman, 278-257–717; Anthony Gable, 228-257-225– 710; Scott Ackerman, 212-269– 665; George Hyde, 248–585; and Bill Bachman, 207–553. Daku: Bob Faustner, 214-276–680; Rich Mutarelli, 245-217–645; Al Davidson, 226–594; Marc Biechy, 219–585; and Bob Daku, 221–542.

Carfara’s and Al’s Monsters tied 2 to 2. Carfara: Jason Carfara, 209-289-237–735; Brent Bartholomew, 222-218-206– 646; Terry Bartholomew, 200212–592; Gerald Bartholomew, 203–565; Dino Carfara, 221– 500. Monsters: Scott Weinberg, 225-221–640; Adam Anthony, 248–605; Ryan Flick, 577; Kyle Weaver, 200–539.

The battle between Bath Supply #1 and #2 went to #1 as they came out of the kegling with a 3 to 1 victory. #1: Steve Kerbacher, 224-219-256–699; Frank Yeakel, 217-244-201–662; Brent Connolly, 260-221–638; Harvey Rissmiller, 212–575; Lester Steigerwalt, 525. #2: John Kerbacher, 236-231–643; Patrick Effting, 234–608; Taylor Hostler, 203223–603; Frank Couter, 552; Scott McGee, 547.

The Rice Family matched up against vacancy to win 4 to 0 behind Jack Rice, 214-216–622; Continued on page 7

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BATH AREA Bowling Continued from page 6

Mark Rice, 521; and Andy Rice, 203–502.

STANDINGS Maxx Amusements Carfara’s Paint Bath Supply #2 Daku Auto Body Rice Family Bath Supply #1 Al’s Monsters

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Hear PA Moves Closer to Bath Drug In Bath Industrial

Bath Drug still has a sizeable lead, but Hear PA moved a bit closer in week 28 of the Bath Industrial League. The druggists lost 1 to 3 vs. Flurer Machine as the latter had Dave Roman, 257–629; Ken Nansteel, 179–

502; Fogel, 465; Steve Hanscom, 413; Howard Davidson, 357. Bath Drug: Bob Adams, 226-223–632; Bob Meixsell, 203-201–604; Eric Spooner, 206–583; Marty Beal, 199–542.

Hear PA triumphed over Holy Family, 3 to 1, with Mario Forte, 232-230–612; John Wesolowski, 225-200–612; Mike Derwinski, 204-200–567; Todd Everhart, 179–502; Mike Jamiol, 463.

Holy Family: David Betz, 258220–684; Jim Bendekovitz, 235– 586; John Facinelli, 211–576; Kevin Searles, 211–561; Jordan Meixsell, 455.

Harhart’s won 3 to 1 over Taylor Honey, led by “Butch” Holland, 236–613; George Hyde, 224-200–589; Bill Bachman, 221–585; Randy Fritz, 473; Tony Holva, 447. Taylor: Milt Kelly, 226-215–653; Ed Taylor, 205–546; Jack Troxell, 180–522; Gary Miller, 191–501; Kyle Taylor, 450.

Fensty’s Restoration and G&L Sign Factory split, 2 to 2. Fensty’s: Del Buss, 248–638; Matt Paulus, 237-204–633; Marty Csencsits, 239-238–629; Mark Flamisch, 493; Joe Schwartz, 414. G&L: Evan Rehrig, 245– 611; Jason Eberts, 231–602; Brian Silvius, 211-200–600; Corey Fritz, 246–541; Paul Duda, 176–508 STANDINGS W L Bath Drug 36.5 15.5 Hear PA 32 20 Holy Family 26 26 G&L Sign Factory 26 26 Taylor Honey 25 27 Fensty’s Restoration 24 28 Flurer’s Machine 19.5 32.5 Harhart’s 19 33

Top Bowling Scores at Bath Legion Post 470

These are the top bowling scores for the week at the Bath American Legion Post #470 Bowling Lanes: MEN – Anton Boronski, (300 game), 825; Dino Carfara, 707; Bryan Rice, 707; Jim Bendekovitz, 701; Bob Adams, Jr., 701; Chad Didra, 694; Brent Bartholomew, 692; Armie Fioranelli, 691; Steve Kerbacher, 688; Brent Connolly, 688; Terry Bartholomew, 682; Bob Daku, 679; Kevin Searles, 678; Ed Musselman, 676, 661; Ryan Flick, 675; Adam Anthony, 669; Ed Taylor, 668; Taylor Hostler, 664; Emre LaBar, 662; Mike Reese, 660.

WOMEN – Donna Kemmerer, 558; Marian Shup, 544; Dee Allogio, 505.

Bill Hoke, Jr., 6 for 13.

Also on Monday, Salem UCC lost 6-4 and 4-2 before winning 4-1 at Messiah Lutheran in Bethlehem. Salem: Rachel Krause, 4 for 8 with two homers; Sherry Bush, 4 for 10, and Bill Rinker, 4 for 12. Messiah: Andy Mickelson, 9 for 13; Steve Harper, 4 for 13; Kalie Knauss, a home run.

Ebenezer Bible Fellowship of Bethlehem won over Emmanuel EC of Bethlehem 11-2 and 2-0 around a 3-2 loss. Ebenezer: Jim Voortman, 7 for 13; Charlie Costanzo, 5 for 12 and the cycle; Kim Dietz and Carl Fraley, both 4 for 10, and solo homers by Carol Voortman and Leroy Wilcox. Emmanuel: Bruce Danyluk, 4 for 11.

St. Paul’s UCC of Northampton won 6-3 and 7-3 before losing 5-4 at Farmersville.

Northampton: Rich Kern, 8 for 13; Deb Hughes, 5 for 14, and Amber Gross, 4 for 11. Farmersville: Gene Grim, 6 for 12; Tom George, 5 for 12 with a homer; Kyle Campbell and Luke George, each with a homer.

St. Stephen’s Lutheran had the

bye.

STANDINGS W L Dryland, Hecktown 44 25 Salem Luth., Bethlehem 39 26 St. Paul’s, North’n 38 27 Bath Lutheran 39 30 St. Stephen’s, Beth’hem 35 31 Emmanuel, Bethlehem 36 33 Salem UCC, Moorest’n 37 35 Messiah, Bethlehem 33 36 Christ UCC, Bath 31 41 Ebenezer, Bethlehem 22 44 Farmersville 20 46

SCHEDULE: April 4 – Messiah at Farmersville, Christ UCC at St. Paul’s, Salem Luth. at Emmanuel, St. Stephen’s at Salem UCC, Bath Luth. at Dryland. Ebenezer with the bye.

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Christ UCC of Bath has had a disappointing season, but got some satisfaction on Monday as the locals won two of three games against first place Dryland-Trinity of Hecktown in the Suburban Inter-church Dart Baseball League – 3-1 and 5-2 sandwiched around a 5-1 loss. Hitting for Bath were Ron Wagner, 6 for 12; Garry Hunsicker, 4 for 12, and George Gasper, two home runs in game three. Dryland: Rich Durn, 6 for 12; Earl Sigley, 5 for 12, and Shawn Sigley, 4 for 12.

Bath Lutheran had a so-so week. This past Thursday, they lost 7-6 and 3-2 at Salem UCC in Moorestown before winning 4-2.

Moorestown: Bill Rinker, 6 for 13; Kyle Taylor, 4 for 11 with a homer, and Jack Troxell, 4 for 12.

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Free child Safety seat, car Fit and child Fingerprinting Event submitted by JONATHAN ROTH Northampton Regional EMS, Lehigh Township Police, Northampton Borough Police and Bethlehem Health Bureau have teamed up to bring you this free community event taking place Saturday, April 16 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Northampton Regional EMS, 1525 Canal St., Northampton.

Available to the public will be a child car seat check, a car fit check for senior drivers, and child fingerprinting.

Why a car seat check? Statistically you have about a nine percent chance of being involved in a traffic crash every year, which equates to about 5 collisions in a lifetime. Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death of children in the United States. Just as concerning is that in most cases, child passenger injuries and deaths can be prevented. Many injuries and deaths occur as a result of the high misuse rates of car seats, booster seats and seat belts.

According to various reports from NHTSA and in the field, car seat, booster seat, and seat belt misuse rates vary from 74-90 percent.

What is a CarFit check?

To help the 10,000 Americans

turning 65 every day and all senior drivers find a better “fit” with their cars for comfort and safety, mobility experts are hosting a safety program designed to help older drivers and their families. CarFit is national program developed by AAA, AARP and the American Occupational Therapy Association and is designed to give a quick, yet comprehensive check on how well an older driver and their vehicle work together.

“As we age, changes in our vision, flexibility, strength, range of motion and even size and height may make us less comfortable and reduce our control behind the wheel,” said Officer Jonathan Roth, event coordinator “CarFit provides older adults with the tools to understand and apply the safety features of their car.”

At a CarFit event, trained volunteers complete a 12-point checklist with each driver.

Among the items checked: • Correct position of driver’s seat • Driver’s ability to easily reach pedals

Over 35 Yrs. Experience

• Proper adjustment of mirrors Occupational therapists are on hand also to provide a consultation, if needed, that will teach drivers how to maintain and improve aspects related to their driving health. The therapist can also provide information to participants addressing individual needs, including information about local community resources on exercise, nutrition and other programs to help keep them safe on the road.

“It is critically important that mature drivers make safety a personal priority,” said Officer Roth.

“Driving today is more difficult than ever because of increased traffic congestion, longer commute distances, new technology and faster speeds. Older drivers can take important measures to mitigate the stress associated with driving.”

Older drivers can also check with their local AAA club or AARP office to take a driver safety refresher course for older road users or look into occupational therapy driving evaluation programs for individualized assessments and recommendations.

CarFit represents an extension of those classroom programs, and an opportunity for older drivers to make sure their personal vehicles are adjusted to their needs.

This event will be rain or shine.

We will have access to an indoor garage in the event of inclement weather. Appointments are highly recommended. Please call our office at 610-760-8800 to schedule your appointment. If you cannot attend the event, contact us for a one-on-one appointment.

ANDY’S CORNER submitted by ANDY WEAVER The Nazareth Blue Eagles are now in spring mode as the Varsity Baseball team played host to Pleasant Valley on Thursday, March 24 and won 6-4, they’ll play at Liberty at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, March 30 and then back home at Nazareth Boro Park on Friday, April 1 at 4 p.m. vs.

Allen High School.

The Nazareth Varsity Softball Team starts the season on the road at Lansdale Catholic at 4 p.m. on Monday, March 28.

Afterwards it’s off to Liberty at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, March 30. The softball girls will have their first home game at 4 p.m. at Nazareth Intermediate School on Friday, April 1 under first-year Head Coach Tony Cocca, who comes from coaching softball at Northampton Community ColContinued on page 11 License # PA003267

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Phantoms restoring confidence After losing skid

by TONY ANDROCKITIS (@TonyAndrock ) After a season-high eight game winless streak was eclipsed by an 8-0 blowout loss to the Hershey Bears last Wednesday – the Phantoms’ worst home loss in franchise history – it was time for the players to take a long look in the mirror and decide how they wanted the final month of the season to play out.

All but mathematically eliminated from postseason contention, the Lehigh Valley Phantoms needed to turn things around in a hurry if they wanted to finish the regular season with any sort of pride or confidence in their game.

“We really just wanted, just for ourselves, to get that good feeling back in the [locker] room,” team captain Colin McDonald said. “There’s nothing worse than losing and going on that streak, blowing two goal leads – it just felt like nothing was going right.

It’s just a tough atmosphere.”

Not only did the Phantoms end the skid over the weekend, they won back-to-back home games at the PPL Center and started a different streak – a twogame win streak.

“We found a way to get out of it, not only [Friday] night but putting forth the same effort [Saturday] too. From the net out, everyone did their job. That’s one thing we talked about,” McDonald said, adding, “If you’re a fighter, you have to fight. If you’re a physical guy, you have to play physical. If you’re a scorer, you need to score. Just really getting back to what makes each individual player successful and then as a result the team is going to play well.”

Late season newcomers Looking for AHL experience The final three weeks of the season give younger players finishing their respective Canadian junior league and American col-

The GFWC PA Nazareth Woman’s Club submitted by JUNE WAHA The GFWC PA Nazareth Woman’s Club will hear about “Recycling” at its meeting on Tuesday, April 12 at 7:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Nazareth.

Jan Zaremba-Smith, a member of the club, will relate the value of recycling and discuss techniques and tips for recycling. Presiding at the meeting will be Hildegard Kurt, club president.

Hostesses for the meeting are Barbara Albani and Joan Condomitti, co-chairman, Adrienne Beck, Gerri DeMilio, Marie Morman, Chris Muscler and Diana Toolan.

The club will hold its twelfth Dessert Card and Game Party on Friday, April 22 at 12:30

p.m. in Kortz Hall at Moravian Hall Square in Nazareth. It will benefit the Memorial Library of Nazareth and Vicinity. Club members will provide desserts and prizes. For more information call 610-746-1140 or 610438-4704. Chairmen of the project are Audrey McAbee and Joan Condomitti.

Marie Morman, chairman of the can snap tab project, has reported 916,211 tabs (752 pounds) were collected so far this club year. The tabs have been given to the Nazareth Area Intermediate School for its Ronald McDonald House project. This is the 9th year the club has participated in the project.

The GFWC PA Nazareth Woman’s Club invites any women in the area to attend

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legiate seasons a chance to join pro teams and get their first taste of pro hockey.

The Philadelphia Flyers have made some moves to bring in some of their own drafted prospects in addition to signing Reading, Pa, native Steven Swavely to an amateur tryout contract (ATO) out of the University of

Maine earlier this month.

Defenseman Reece Willcox, the Flyers’ 5th round draft pick in 2012, recently finished his senior season at the University of Cornell and signed his entry-level NHL contract last week before joining the Phantoms on an ATO for the remainder of the regular season. His two-year deal begins next season.

"It's been pretty exciting so far," Willcox said after his first on-ice practice last Tuesday. "It's been kind of a whirlwind as far as getting school sorted out and

getting out here but a lot of texts from family and friends sending congratulations, so I'm really excited to get going here."

Over the weekend, the Phantoms added 19-year-old Oskar Lindblom – the Flyers’ 5th round draft pick in 2014 – to an ATO for the final eight games of the season after the Swedish born forward completed his season in Sweden’s pro league with his hometown team of Brynas IF Gavle.

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Grand opening of Willow Brook special events center submitted by RENEE KEIDERLING Together the Northampton Area Chamber of Commerce and the Ambassadors Council of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber are hosting a Grand Opening, Golf & Wedding Showcase at Willow Brook Special Events Center. Enjoy a beautiful venue, complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. Take a wagon tour of the Willow Brook Farms and to kick off the golf season, benefit from a brief program about doing business on the golf course.

Willow Brook Special Events Center is the latest trend in event venues with a 100-year family history. Situated on 324 acres of rolling hills, fenced pastures and romantic tree lined roads, with historic lime kiln, rambling stream, organic garden, pond, Brazilian mahogany arched foot bridge, Equestrian Center, newly renovated L-shaped pool and Pool House cabana, 18 hole public golf course and modern Grand Event Tent that holds 250 guests, seated. We offer country

elegance and rustic charm in a simply magical location. Let your imagination play here to create unique events for any occasion.

Join the Northampton Area Chamber of Commerce, Ambassadors Council and Willow Brook Special Events Center for a free networking event. To register for this event please contact Renee Keiderling at reneek@ lehighvalleychamber.org or 484548-4090.

When: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Where: 235 Howertown Rd Northampton, PA 18067 Event: To register please contact Renee Keiderling at 484548-4090 or reneek@lehigh-

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valleychamber.org or visit our website at lehighvalleychamber. org About the Chamber: The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce’s mission is to serve as the voice for business by continuously improving the economic climate and creating growth opportunities for the Greater Lehigh Valley region. We accomplish this through business-to-business networking events and marketing products, affinity programs and exclusive, money saving member benefits, training programs, government affairs initiatives and public policy advocacy, and community development enterprises.

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"It's going to be real fun to play here," Lindblom said after his first practice with his new teammates, adding, "I played a few times in the smaller rink, so it's going to be fun. [I'm] just waiting for it to be Friday."

While Willcox and Lindblom await their AHL debuts, Swavely has already appeared in seven games entering the final three weeks of games. The experience gained by incoming rookies a year early before their first full season is simply a head start, giving young players an early benchmark to know what to expect at the pro level.

Up next The Phantoms travel to Newfoundland, Canada on Wednesday in advance of a pair of road contests against the St. John’s IceCaps Friday and Saturday nights

Northampton Police Report MARCH 19

• Domestic in the 300 block of E. 12th St. between a male and a female.

MARCH 20

• Disorderly conduct in the 1700 block of Laubach Ave. Report of a male causing a disturbance.

MARCH 21

• Non-reportable accident, W. 21st St. and Center St., involving two vehicles.

MARCH 22

• Fire call in the 700 block of Smith Lane. Report of a brush fire.

• Fraud in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Report of phone fraud.

MARCH 23

• Fire call in the 200 block of E. 18th St. Report of a vehicle leaking fluids.

• Animal case in the 100 block of Hollow Lane. Dog found, owners located.

• Civil matter in the 800 block of Lincoln Ave. Report of a civil issue.

MARCH 24

• Domestic in the 1500 block of Railroad Sr. between a male and a female.

at the Mile One Centre. Both games are scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. NDT*, which is 6:00 p.m. ET – an hour earlier than their normally scheduled weekend start times. *Newfoundland has its own time zone, which is 90 minutes ahead of Eastern Time.

You can follow all the latest Lehigh Valley Phantoms breaking news, in-game updates and much more by following Tony on Twitter -> @ TonyAndrock and by visiting his daily online coverage at Highland Park Hockey.

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submitted by MARIANNE GESSLER Warm weather and the start of spring has inspired St. Nicholas to begin their annual Flower Voucher Sale. Beginning April 2 and ending April 17, vouchers will be sold after all the Masses in the Social Hall for $19. The vouchers will be redeemable at the Hickory Grove Greenhouses between May 2 and 22. You may also call and

pick up vouchers at the Church Rectory any time during weekdays between 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Monday through Thursday at 610-767-3107. It's time to add colorful beauty to our outdoors.

On Saturday, April 16 from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., get on your dancing shoes for a Spring Fling.

Come dance to your favorite tune from the ‘50s through ‘80s. Music will be provided by DJ Charlie Williams. Bring a snack or dessert to share and bring your own wine, spirits, or beer. Tickets are $10 purchased at the door, held at St. Nicholas Catholic Church Social Hall at 4412 Mountain View Drive in Walnutport. For more information, call Carl at 60-7676016 or the parish at 610-7673107 or email Carl at ccniedz@ gmail.com. Proceeds benefit the Parish Renovations Fund.

St. Nicholas is still seeking artisans for a juried Craft/Art Show to be held on Saturday, April 30 and Sunday, May 1. Only original artwork and handmade crafts will be accepted. For more information and an application, contact Lisa at jmckeow@aol.com or Nancy at nsteinmetz@windywillowstudio.com.

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ASSUMPTION BVM PARISH, Northampton. 610-2622559 Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Mass 8 a.m., Tues. – Mass 8 a.m., Wed. – Mass 7 p.m., Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4 p.m.

BETHANY WESLEYAN, Cherryville. 610-767-1239 Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship 5 p.m.

BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, Bushkill Twp. Sun. – Worship 9:15 a.m., Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

CARPENTER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH, Nazareth.

484-285-0040 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m.

CHAPMAN QUARRIES UNITED METHODIST, Bath.

610-837-0935 Sun. – Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship 11 a.m.

CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. Chestnut St. Bath Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

CHRIST U.C.C., Schoenersville Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m.

CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH Northampton. 610262-8500 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

COVENANT UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-8377517 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m., Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444 Sat. – Worship 6 p.m., Sun. – Worship 8/10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7 p.m.

EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt) 610-262-4961 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9 a.m.

EMMANUEL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath Sun – Traditional 8 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Contemporary at 9:30 a.m.

FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport, 610-767-3505 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m.

GOD’S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton Sun. – Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m., 7 p.m.

GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton, 610262-9517 Sun – Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15/11 a.m.

GOSPEL CHAPEL WESLEYAN CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-8101 (N) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9 a.m.

GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-7039 Sun. – Worship 10:50 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Northampton 610-262-7186 (HA) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Pen Argyl Sun. – Worship 8:30 & 10 a.m., Sunday School 10 a.m.

HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, Nazareth.

610-759-7363

Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Nazareth Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., M-F – Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 5 p.m., Holydays – Mass 7/9 a.m. & 5 p.m.

HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton 610-262-2668 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9 a.m.

HOLY TRINITY SLOVAK LUTHERAN, Northampton Sun. – Worship 8:30 a.m.

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cherryville 610 767-7203 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

MOUNTAIN VIEW WESLEYAN CHURCH Bath 610759-7553 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-7593163 Sun. – Worship 8:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.

NORTHAMPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Northampton Sun – Worship 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7:30 p.m.

QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, Northampton 610262-2227 Sun. – Mass 7:30/9:30/11:30 a.m., Mon. - Fri. – Mass 6:30/7:30 a.m. 12:10 p.m.

(Lent), Sat. – Mass 4 p.m.

RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth.

484-5971440 Sun. – Worship/meeting 9:30 a.m.

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath.

Sun. – Mass 6:30/8/9:30/11 a.m., Mon.-Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri – Mas 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30/6 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 7/8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m.

SALEM U.C.C. Moorestown 610-759-1652 Sun. – Worship 8 and 10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m.

SALEM UNITED METHODIST, Danielsville.

Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.

ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL Nazareth 610-746-3910 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-8371061 Sun. - Worship 8/10:15 a.m.

ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610759-3090.

Sun. - Worship 9 a.m., Sat. Worship 5:30 p.m.

ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Northampton. 610-262-8666 Sun. - Worship 9:30 a.m.

ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun. - Worship 8/10:45 a.m., Christian Ed/tailgating 9:15 a.m.

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lege and also the Sideline Reporter at High School Football Games for RCN TV of the Lehigh Valley.

The Nazareth Varsity Boys Lacrosse Team started the year at ST. NICHOLAS CATHO- Easton on Saturday, March 26 LIC CHURCH, Walnutport. and fell short 17-3. The boys will have their first home game at 7 610-767-3107 Sun. – Mass 8/9:30/11 a.m., p.m. on Friday, April 1 against Holy Day – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 7 Southern Lehigh.

The Nazareth Boys Tennis team p.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30 p.m. remains undefeated as they beat ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northamp- Freedom on March 21 and Dieruff on March 23. The boys will ton, 610-261-2910. HA Sun. - Worship 10:15 a.m., play at Easton at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 29 and will play Sunday School 9 a.m.

Stroudsburg at home at 3:30 p.m.

ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indi- on Thursday, March 31. Afterwards they’ll travel to Bethlehem anland, Cherryville Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. w/ Catholic for a 3:30 p.m. game on Friday, April 1. child care The Nazareth Varsity Boys Volleyball Team will start the season ST. PETER’S U.C.C., on Tuesday, March 29 at ParkNorthampton land at 7 p.m. and will then host Sun. – Church School 9 a.m.

Whitehall at 5:45 p.m. on Thursand Worship 10:15 a.m. day, March 31.

The Nazareth Varsity Girls LaVALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, crosse Team will start the year Northampton against Easton on home turf, Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 starting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, p.m.

March 29. On April 1 the girls WALNUTPORT SEVENTH will travel to Southern Lehigh for a 4 p.m. game, then will head to DAY ADVENTIST Sat. – Sunday School 9:30 Liberty for a 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 2. Stay tuned next week to a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. find out more Nazareth Blue EaZION’S STONE U.C.C., gles news.

Kreidersville Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

Continued from page 10 ZION E.L. CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-6636 any meeting during the year.

(N) Meetings are held on the second Sun. – Worship 10 a.m.

Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. at the Lutheran Church.

KEY –W- Worship, M – Membership, open to women Mass, S – Services, SS – Sun- 18 years of age or older, provides day School, CE – Christian an opportunity for friendship Ed, BS – Bible Study, CC and fellowship while working Child Care, together. To attend a meeting or HC – Holy Communion, for further information call Joan H/A – Handicapped Accesat 610-438-4794 or Joanne at sible, VBS – Vacation Bible 610-759-0801.

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What Manner Of Man Is This?

"What manner of man is this?" cried the astonished disciples as Jesus commanded the raging winds and rolling waves of Lake Galilee to be still (Mark 4:41).

"What manner of man is this?" He is the Son of God, the Son of David, the Son of Man, and the Son of Mary.

"What manner of man is this?" He was Eden's tree of life, Abel's acceptable sacrifice, and Noah's ark of salvation in the Flood. He was Abraham's ram offered in the place of Isaac and Israel's Passover lamb, providing shelter from the death angel in Egypt. He was Moses' rod with which he divided the waters.

He was the tabernacle in the wilderness, the veil in that tabernacle, and the offering upon the altar to bring remission for sin.

He was Joshua's captain of the armies of the Lord, Rahab's scarlet cord in the window, Gideon's sword, and David's sling with which he brought Goliath to his death and routed the army of Philistines.

He was Daniel's lion tamer in the den of lions and the three Hebrew children's fire extinguisher--the fourth man in the furnace of fire.

He was Isaiah's "Wonderful, Counselor, The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6).

He was Jeremiah's lodge for wayfaring men lost in the wilderness (Jeremiah 9:2). He was Ezekiel's breath of God breathing life into the dead and dying (Ezekiel 37:9).

He was Zechariah's fountain for cleansing opened in the house of David (Zechariah 13:1). –Paul E. Lowenberg in the Pentecostal Evangel Do you know God’s Son—Jesus Christ? You can get to know Him—personally if you will believe in Him and receive Him into your heart because God’s Word promises, “as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name” (John 1:12). I urge you to read my message to you at: http://www.naog.ws/message.htm

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Obituaries Wayne R. Bruch, Sr.

JULY 26, 1942 – MARCH 21, 2016 Wayne R. Bruch, Sr., 73, of Hellertown, formerly of Bath and Northampton, died on Monday, March 21 in St. Luke’s University Hospital, Fountain Hill. He was the companion of Kathleen M. Butryn for 18 years.

He had attended Liberty High School in Bethlehem and was employed as a truck driver for H. M. Felty Co. for 30 years before retiring. After that, he worked parttime as a transportation driver for Lifestar Medical Transportation Service.

Born July 26, 1942 in Easton, he was a son of the late Robert W. and Miriam E. (Weiant) Bruch.

Wayne loved baseball and coached Allen Township little league baseball for several years.

He was a member of Alcohol Anonymous of Bethlehem for 40 years.

In addition to his companion, with whom he resided, he is survived by two sons, Wayne R. Bruch, Jr. of Nazareth and Bret Bruch of Northampton; three daughters, Patricia Nesfeder of Nazareth, Gail Bruch of Bushkill Township, and Laura Michael of Northampton; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a brother, Kenneth N. Bruch, of Bethlehem.

He was predeceased by an infant son, Bart; an infant grandson, Derek, and a sister, Jane A. Bruch, in 2007.

Services were held at noon on Saturday in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown.

Interment will be private.

William H. Creyer, Jr.

SEPT. 28, 1927 – MARCH 22, 2016 William H. Creyer, Jr., 88, of Coplay, died Tuesday, March 22 at home.

He was a mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service, Allentown office, for 30 years before retiring in 1982. He had served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Born September 28, 1927 in Allen Township, he was a son of the late William H. Creyer, Sr. and Jennie (Michael) Creyer.

William was a life member, former treasurer and caretaker of the pavilion at the Copeechan Fish & Game Club, Schnecksville.

Surviving are a son, William H.

Creyer III, of Schnecksville; two grandsons and a great-grandson.

Preceding him in death was a son, Keith A. Creyer, in 1970.

Services were held on Saturday morning in the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, followed by interment with military honors in St. Peter’s U.C.C. Cemetery, Seemsville.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Northern Valley Ambulance Services, c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.

Theodore R. Csaszar

Theodore R. Csaszar, 83, of Moore Township, died on Monday, March 21, 2016 at home.

He was the husband of Mary F. (Kerbacher) Csaszar for 62 years.

He had been employed at the former Bethlehem Steel Co. Born in Fountain Hill, he was a son of the late Frank and Elizabeth (Horvath) Csaszar.

Frank was a veteran of the Korean War, receiving two Bronze Stars. He was a member of American Legion Post #367 in Fullerton.

Besides his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Michele CsaszarSantoro; two sons, Theodore Csaszar, Jr. and Mark Csaszar; nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

Services were held last Wednesday afternoon in the Robert A. Hauke Funeral Home, Coplay, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Bath. Interment was in St. Peter’s Cemetery, Whitehall.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Sacred Heart Church, c/o the funeral home at 327 Chestnut St., Coplay, PA 18037.

Rose S. Didovitz

FEB. 10, 1925 – MARCH 21, 2016 Rose S. “Tootsie” Didovitz, 91, of Nazareth, died on Monday, March 21 in Gracedale. She was the wife of the late John F. “Simmons” Didovitz, Jr., who died in 2008.

A 1942 graduate of Nazareth High School, she then attended business school for two years.

Tootsie worked in various mills in the Nazareth area, retiring from the former Nazareth Manufacturing Co. Previously, she worked for the former Dixie Cup in Easton.

Born February 10, 1925 in

Nazareth, she was a daughter of the late Stephen and Rose (Kovitz) Check.

Tootsie enjoyed taking trips to the casinos with her husband.

She also loved cooking, baking and taking care of her family. She was a member of Holy Family Church in Nazareth, where she was also a member of the Altar & Rosary Society.

Surviving are a daughter, Kristine M. Albert, of Northampton; two sisters, Margaret Shirmacher of Whitehall and Veronica Koplin of Bethlehem; and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by two brothers, Richard and Stephen Check, Jr. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Monday morning in the Holy Family Catholic Church, Nazareth, followed by interment in the parish cemetery.

Arrangements were by the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, PA 18064, where donations to Animals in Distress may be sent.

per Darby, Pa., she was a daughter of the late Edward and Virgil (Sandt) Taylor.

Florence was a member of St. John’s U.C.C. Church in Nazareth. She was an avid bingo player who enjoyed time spent at various locations throughout the county. She also enjoyed working on crossword puzzles.

Surviving are two sons, Paul G. Eckhart, Jr. of Nazareth and Dale E. Eckhart of Easton; a sister, Mrs. Audrey Berger, of Wind Gap; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were two brothers, Edward and Robert Taylor, and a sister, Shirley Grube.

Services were held last Thursday morning in the BartholomewSchisler Funeral Home, Nazareth, followed by interment in Hope Cemetery, Hecktown.

Contributions may be made to the memorial fund of St. John’s U.C.C. Church, c/o the funeral home at 211 E. Center St., Nazareth, PA 18064.

Dorothy M. Dieter

Ernest F. Engler

JUNE 9, 1921 – MARCH 22, 2016 Dorothy M. Dieter, 94, of Allentown, formerly of Palmerton, died on Tu e s d a y, March 22 at the Inpatient Hospice of Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown. She was the wife of the late Grant W. Dieter for 61 years before he died in 2000.

She and her husband operated the West End Restaurant in Palmerton for more than 17 years.

Born in Jacksonville on June 9, 1921, she was a daughter of the late William and Cora (Long) Mills.

She was a member of Bethany Wesleyan Church, Cherryville.

Surviving are a son, Kirk A. Dieter, and his partner, Terry Lindenmuth with whom she resided; a daughter, Betty J. Reinert, of Palmerton; 10 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 16 great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death were three sons, Harvey W., Sr., Robert W. and Charles E. Dieter; a grandson, Harvey W. Dieter, Jr., and all of her siblings.

Services were held on Monday evening in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown.

Interment will be private.

Florence I. Eckhart

OCT. 2, 1926 – MARCH 20, 2016 Florence I. Eckhart, 89, of Bushkill Township, died Sunday, March 20 in Easton Hospital. She was the wife of the late Paul G. Eckhart, Sr., who died in 2006.

She was a floor worker for the former Rosetta Sportswear in Belfast for many years before retiring.

Born October 2, 1926 in Up-

FEB. 9, 1928 – MARCH 24, 2016 Ernest F. Engler, 88, of Plainfield Township, died on Thursday, March 24 in Slate Belt Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Washington Township. He was the husband of the late Lillian M. (Mackes) Engler for 53 years before she died in 2008.

He was a life-long dairy farmer in Plainfield Township.

Born February 9, 1928 in Plainfield Township, he was a son of the late David and Annie (Kostenbader) Engler.

Ernest was a member of St. Peter’s Evan. Lutheran Church, Plainfield.

Surviving are two sons, Thomas R. Engler of Plainfield Township and Timothy E. Engler of Pen Argyl; two daughters, Susan K. Engler of Palmerton and Sandy J. Cromonic of Northampton; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by two brothers, David “Brooks” and Forrest Engler, and two sisters, Grace Hahn and Ruth Henson.

A viewing was held on Tuesday evening in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown.

Interment will be private.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter’s Evan. Lutheran Church, 1422 Church Rd., Pen Argyl, PA 18072.

Catherine A. Erdie

MARCH 22, 1927 – MARCH 22, 2016 Catherine A. “Katie” Erdie, 89, of Nazareth, died on the morning of her birthday, Tuesday, March 22, in Alexandria Manor, Nazareth. She was the wife of the late Matthew J. “Slug” Erdie for 39 years before he died in 1986.

Katie worked in clothing mills and was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Nazareth, and its Altar & Rosary Society.

Born March 22, 1927, she was a daughter of the late Anthony “Tony” and Mary (Giagodich) Benvegnu.

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sionate Phillies fan, and loved to watch movies while crocheting.

Sitting around her kitchen table on Sundays eating her incredible food was her greatest gift to her family. She is now dancing the polka and celebrating her loved ones she’d lost on this earth.

Surviving are four children, Suzanne Pesaresi of Youngstown, N.Y., Matthew Erdie, Jr., Kathleen Stampf, and Richard Erdie, all of Nazareth; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Preceding her in death were her siblings, George, Edith Yost, Phyllis Messenlehner, Carl, Mary Milkovits, John, and Frances Zerfass.

Services were held on Tuesday morning in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial and interment in the parish cemetery.

Donations may be made in Katie’s name to Holy Family Church, c/o the funeral home at 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, PA 18064.

Dorothy G. Gombotsh

SEPT. 9, 1939 – MARCH 25, 2016 Dorothy G. Gombotsh, 76, of Mahanoy City, formerly of Whitehall, died Friday, March 25 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton. She was the wife of Walter W. Gombotsh for 45 years.

She was a single needle operator for the former Grief Co., Allentown, for 30 years before retiring.

Born September 9, 1939 in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Lester and Dorothy (Dilliard) Mahlon.

Besides her husband, she is survived by a son, Rodney Lilly, of Seemsville; a daughter, Debra Yerger, of Mahanoy City; seven grandchildren, and two greatgrandchildren.

She was predeceased by a daughter, Donna Bergstresser, in 2014; a brother, Lester, and two sisters, Jean Rummell and Gloria Trapp.

Services were held on Tuesday in the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, followed by burial in Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Allentown.

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Obituaries Marie C. Kleintop

NOV. 4, 1923 – MARCH 25, 2016 Marie C. Kleintop, 92, of Bushkill Township, died on Friday in Gracedale. She was the wife of the late Lovine H. Kleintop, who died in 2000.

She worked as a seamstress for many years at Murial Dress Co., Bethlehem, until retiring.

Born November 4, 1923 in Lodersdorf, Austria, she was a daughter of the late Alois and Rosina (Frisch) Fink.

She was a member of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Bath.

Surviving are a brother, John Fink; a sister, Margaret Gutekunst; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two nephews and a niece.

Preceding her in death were her son, Keith S. Kleintop; three sisters and one brother.

Services were held on Tuesday morning in the Bartholomew Funeral Home, Bath, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in the Sacred Heart Church, and interment in the parish cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, 210 E. Northampton St., Bath, PA 18014.

David N. Marsh

OCT. 27, 1950 – MARCH 19, 2016 David N. Marsh, 65, of Bath, died on Saturday, March 19 in St. Luke’s Hospital – Anderson Campus, Easton. He was the husband of Gail L. (Killo) Marsh for 26 years.

He worked as a laborer at Chesapeake Homes Co., Allentown, until retiring. Prior to that, he worked as a technician for Coca-Cola Co. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. David enjoyed the simple things in life, especially watching NASCAR with his son Kirk, and the news.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Joel R. and Kirk C. Marsh, both of Bath; step-daughters Marlene and Melissa; step-son Edward, Jr.; a sister, Wendy Marsh, of Easton; 10 grandchildren and four greatgrandchildren.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are by the Bartholomew Funeral Home, 243 S. Walnut St., Bath.

Carl W. Nemeth

Carl W. Nemeth, 55, of Lehigh Township, died suddenly on Saturday afternoon, March 19, 2016 at home.

He was a 1978 graduate of Northampton High School.

Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late William A. and Dorothy I. (Kidd) Nemeth.

He was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Cherryville.

Carl enjoyed driving in his 2001 Chrysler Prowler.

Surviving are aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Graveside services wee held on Friday morning in Union Cemetery, Slatington. Arrangements were by the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton.

Contributions may be made to Hope Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 1030, 4131 Lehigh Dr., Cherryville, PA 18035.

Stanley E. Silfies

Stanley E. Silfies, 92, of Walnutport, died Sunday, March 20, 2016 in Whitehall Manor Assisted Living. He was the husband of Jean E. (Arndt) Silfies for 66 years.

He worked as a production superintendent, first for Dragon Cement, then Martin Marietta, for 38 years before retiring in 1983.

Born in Towamensing Township, Pa., he was a son of the late Calvin and Mabel (Borger) Silfies.

Stanley was a member of St. Paul’s U.C.C. Church, Indianland; Chapman Lodge #637, F. & A.M., Northampton, and Lehigh Consistory, Valley of Allentown.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Linda Bowman; two granddaughters; a great-grandson; a sister, Verna Biege; and two brothers, Cleo and Herman Silfies.

He was predeceased by a brother, Russell.

After calling hours last Thursday at the T. K. Thomas Funeral Home in Palmerton, interment followed in Danielsville Union Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3893 Adler Place, Suite 170, Bethlehem, PA 18017.

Michael P. Tarnok

OCT. 26, 1922 – MARCH 26, 2016 Michael P. Tarnok, 93, of Nazareth, died Saturday, March 26 in Gracedale. He was the husband

of the late Pauline (Heidenwolf ) Tarnok, who died in 2003.

He was an electrician for the former Penn-Dixie Cement Co., Nazareth. In his retirement Michael was the head custodian at Notre Dame High School, Easton. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Born October 26, 1922 in Nazareth, he was a son of the late Michael and Rose (Kositz) Tarnok.

Mike was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Nazareth, and the oldest member of the Holy Family Club. He was a member of Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council, and was a 4th degree Knight of the Pius XII Council.

Michael was a co-founder of the Holy Family Athletic Association, and along with Rev. Fr. Guesic planned the construction of the Holy Family Gymnasium.

He coached little league baseball for Holy Family, and baseball, basketball and football in the C.Y.O. League.

He was also a professional umpire for minor league baseball in Georgia and Florida; also an umpire for the Blue Mountain Baseball League. He played softball in the Holy Family Club League and was a member of the Holy Family Bowling League for many years.

Surviving are two daughters, Lisa Evanko of Memphis Tenn., and Veronica Wetzel of Gallatin, Tenn.; two sons, Michael Tarnok of Nazareth and Thomas Tarnok of San Diego, Calif.; a sister, Marie “Mitz” Moore, of East Brunswick, N.J.; five grandsons; and two step-grandsons.

He was predeceased by three brothers, John, Fred and William Tarnok, and three sisters, Helen Barth, Rose Haberle, and Sister Seraphia MSC. Services were held on Wednesday morning in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Family Church, and interment with military honors in the parish cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, c/o the funeral home at 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, PA 18064.

Easter Holiday Traffic Enforcement Results submitted by

Troop M Bethlehem The official Easter holiday period for Pennsylvania State Police Troop M heightened traffic enforcement began midnight Friday, March 25 and ended midnight Sunday, March 27.

This safety initiative is called Operation C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort.)

These extra patrols will be roving throughout the entire Troop M area to identify and apprehend drivers who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Enforcement will also concentrate on moving violations such as speeding and reckless driving, as well as seat belt and child safety seat violations.

Troopers in Bucks, Lehigh and Northampton counties investigated 35 traffic crashes during the Easter holiday travel period of 2016. Those 35 crashes resulted in zero fatalities and 15 injuries

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requiring medical treatment. Of the above crashes, four were alcohol related. Troopers aggressively enforced motor vehicle laws in Troop M resulting in the issuance of 898 traffic citations, 321 of those citations were for speeding on area highways. Also, 24 seat belt citations and 34 seatbelt warnings were issues and 43 motorists were arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances.

Motorists need to be aware of the State Police Checkpoint Strike Force initiative which calls for monthly D.U.I. checkpoints in Troop M jurisdiction. Also, anyone under the age of 21 that chooses to drink must be reminded that Pennsylvania’s Zero Tolerance policy establishes serious consequences for those who choose to drink and drive with any measurable amount of alcohol in their blood.

Motorists are reminded there will be increased patrols as part of our continuing effort toward traffic safety, are also asked to take special care when driving, and remember that buzzed driving is drunk driving.

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Bath Borough Zoning Hearing Board will meet on Thursday April 7, 2016 at 7:00PM to review the application of Penn Bath Properties, Ltd., owner(s) of the property located at 7 Allen St., Bath, PA. The applicant is appealing the decision(s) of the Zoning Officer and/or seeking variance(s) from the Bath Borough Zoning Ordinance for the property located at 7 Allen St., Bath, PA. The property is located in an MC-2 Light Manufacturing Commercial Zoning District.

The applicant is seeking a determination by the Board that the proposed repair and storage of pallets use, by Hess Wood Recycling Inc., with storage inside and outside of the building, is a listed Permitted Use or Similar Use per Section 179-138 in the MC-2 Zoning District and is not a Conditional Use as determined by the Zoning Officer.

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The applicant proposes a semi truck and repair shop use, by Rapid Logistics LLC, in addition to the repair and pallet storage.

The Zoning Officer has determined that the semi truck and trailer repair shop is a listed permitted use per Section 179-138.

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Zoning Officer Borough of Bath (3/24 & 3/31) BOROUGH OF NORTHAMPTON AND NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH MUNICIPAL AUHTORITY NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed bids will be received by the Borough of Northampton and the Northampton Borough Municipal Authority at the office of the undersigned, in the Municipal Building, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, until 7:30 p.m. prevailing time, on Thursday, April 7, 2016, for the furnishing of asphalt and stone materials for a period of one (1) year from the date of the bid award.

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and read at the Northampton Borough Council Meeting at 7:30 p.m., prevailing time, on Thursday, April 7, 2016, and the awards made at a subsequent meeting of the Borough Council of the Borough of Northampton and the Northampton Borough Municipal Authority.

The Municipality and the Authority reserve the right to increase or decrease 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 Borough 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.

Gene Zarayko Borough Manager-Secretary 1401 Laubach Avenue, P.O. Box 70 Northampton, PA 18067 610-262-2576 (3/24 & 3/31) LEHIGH TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE The Lehigh Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene on Thursday, April 14, 2016, at six (6) p.m. to hear the following appeals. The hearing will be held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA 18088.

APPEAL OF JEFFREY BILLHEIMER Jeffrey Bilheimer located at 4727 Three Mile Ln Walnutport PA 18088 Parcel ID K2-8-2D & K2-8-2L appeals the decision of Zoning Officer for issuance of a fence permit to neighboring property owner Susan Bilheimer located at 4743 Three Mile Ln Walnutport PA 18088 Parcel ID K2-8-2B & K2-8-2M, A/RR district, alleging that said official has issued the permit in error.

WALMART Walmart Real Estate Business Trust request Special Exception & Variance relief for the proposed Walmart to be located in the General Commercial district on Parcel ID J2 18 20 at the corner of Riverview Dr & Birch Dr. Automobile fueling stations are permitted by Special Exception subject to criteria of Section 180-59. Variance from Parking Standards Section 180-37.A.2.c. Request to reduce Lehigh Twp parking standard from 5:1 per 1,000 sq ft ratio to Walmart standard ratio of 4:1 per 1,000 sq ft. Variance from Steep Slope Protection Standards Section 180-45. Request disturbance of slopes as follows: Steep slopes from 15-20% (no more than 30%): request 81.57% (46,366 sq ft) Steep slopes from 20-30% (no more than 15%): request 18.18% (15,678 sq ft) Steep slopes from >30% (no more than 0%): request 100% (7,352 sq ft) Meetings are open to the public. All interested parties are welcome to attend & will have an opportunity to be heard.

Laura Harrier, Zoning Officer.

(3/24 & 3/31) MOORE TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE HEARING/MEETING The regular monthly meeting of the Moore Township Zoning Hearing Board will be held on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 7:00 PM. The meeting will be held at the Moore Township Municipal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath, PA. 18014.

Specific items on the agenda include: 16-ZHB-671 The applicant(s), Thomas and Kristy Fogel, applicant(s) of the property located at 830 Gideons Court, Bath, Moore

Twp. Pa 18014 request the following relief: a variance to construct an attached garage to existing home which will not meet yard setback requirements to property line. The section(s) of the ordinance cited for this application are as follows: 200-17G Minimum Yard Requirements, RA Zoning District, as well as any other section in which relief may be needed upon review by the Board. The property, County PIN# H5-5-2D contains approximately 1.54 acres and is zoned, Rural Agricultural (RA).

Jason L. Harhart Zoning Officer Moore Township (3/24 & 3/31) ESTATE NOTICE SAYLOR, RICHARD A., dec’d., Late of Easton, Northampton County, PA Executrix: Shirley Maslowski c/o Barbara Renkert, 2120 Northampton Street, Easton PA Attorney: Barbara R. Renkert, 2120 Northampton Street, Easton PA (3/24-4/7) PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 7, 2016, at 7:00 PM., at 215 E Main St Bath, Pennsylvania, the Borough of Bath Council, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, enacted Ordinance No. 2016-656 (of which this notice is the summary) authorizing the issuance of an awarding of its $380,000.00, principal amount, general obligation Note, and the private sale thereof to ESSA Bank & Trust, Lender, at par, bearing interest at the rate of 2.75% per annum.

The Note is a general obligation of the local government unit and its officers are directed to do all acts necessary and proper for the issuance and securing of said Note. No amendments were made during the final passage of this Ordinance.

A copy of the full text of the proposed ordinance may be examined by any citizen in the office of the Secretary of the local government unit at 215 E. Main St Bath, Pennsylvania, on any business day (except Saturdays and Sundays) between the hours of 9 A.M. and 4 P.M., prevailing time.

Bradford T. Flynn Borough of Bath, Secretary (3/31) NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING APRIL 14, 2016 The Northampton Borough Zoning Hearing Board will hold its public meeting on Thursday, April 14, 2016, in Council Chambers, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, at 7:00 P.M. to review the following appeals: 1. Joe Jones, 7005 Mosserville Road, New Tripoli, Pennsylvania, for the property located on Dewey Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania.

The properties are located on Tax Map Nos. L4SW1B-3-9 and L4SW1B-3-9A and are located in an R-3 Residential District.

Mr. Jones would like to combine these parcels then subdivide into four parcels to erect two semi-attached dwelling units.

He is seeking variances to minimum lot width and minimum side yard:

Page 250:23, Article IV- District Regulations, §250-13- Application of Regulations, Subsection A and Schedule II- Bulk and Coverage Controls- 250 Attachment 3:1-R-3 District.

All interested parties are invited to attend. The applicant must attend.

Juliann Edelman Zoning Officer

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(3/31-4/14) PUBLIC NOTICE The public is hereby notified that the Board of Supervisors of Moore Township shall hold a public meeting on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 commencing at 7:00 p.m. at the Township Municipal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath, PA for the purpose of enacting the following Ordinance, which is summarized below. Copies of the complete text of the Ordinance are available at Moore Township Municipal Building and The Home News and may be examined during regular business hours.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MOORE TOWNSHIP PRESCRIBING RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE BY THE PUBLIC OF PARKS AND RECREATION GROUNDS AND FACILITIES WITHIN THE TOWNSHIP AND ESTABLISHING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS THEREOF. All Ordinances and parts of Ordinances inconsistent with the act shall be repealed.

David M. Backenstoe, Esquire Solicitor, Moore Township 148 Main Street Hellertown, PA 18055 (3/31) NOTICE OF CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Certificate of Organization for a Domestic Limited Liability Company has been filed with the Department of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, at Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, for the purposes of obtaining a Certificate of Organization of a proposed domestic limited liability company to be organized under the provisions of the Pennsylvania Limited Liability Company Law of 1994, 15 Pa.C.S. § 8901, et seq., and any successor statute, as amended from time to time.

The name of the limited liability company is: Orwig Property Management 42 Belvidere Street LLC Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire PIERCE & STEIRER, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 (3/31)

PUBLIC NOTICE The regular monthly meeting of the Borough Council of the Borough of Bath scheduled for Monday, April 4, 2016 at 7:00PM has been rescheduled to commence at 6:00PM. The meeting will be held in Heckman Hall in the Borough Municipal Bldg, 215 East Main St., Bath, PA 18014.

Bradford T. Flynn Borough Manager (3/31)

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By Cat Stroh

Modern Romance: An Investigation

by Aziz Ansari Aziz Ansari’s debut novel Modern Romance: An Investigation is a humorous and informative

fresh take on love, dating, marriage and everything in between in today’s technological world.

With the help of co-author and sociologist Eric Klinenberg, a professor at New York University, extensive research and interviews were done involving hundreds of people in various cities around the world, like New York City, Wichita, Tokyo, France and Buenos Aires. The results were, as

SPECIAL EDUCATION ACTIVITIES In compliance with state and federal law, notice is hereby given by the Northampton Area School District that the District conducts ongoing identification activities as part of its school program for the purpose of identifying students who may be in need of special education and related services. If your child is identified by the District as possibly in need of such services, you will be notified of applicable procedures. Individualized services and programs are available for children who are determined to need specially designed instruction due to the following conditions: • Autism • Emotional Disturbance • Traumatic Brain Injury • Visual Impairment Including Blindness • Hearing Impairment • Specific Learning Disability • Deafness • Deaf-blindness • Intellectual Disability • Orthopedic Impairment • Speech or Language Impairment • Developmental Delay • Multiple Disabilities • Other Health Impairment If you believe that your child (ages 3 – 21 inclusive) may be in need of special education services, early intervention or related services, the District offers screening and evaluation to assess the needs of your child. The assessment is offered at no cost to you. You may request screening and evaluation at any time, whether or not your child is enrolled in the District’s public school program.

Requests for evaluation and screening must be made in writing to your child’s Northampton Area School District principal or the Director of Special Education.

In compliance with state and federal law, the Northampton Area School District will provide to each protected, disabled student, without discrimination or cost to the student or family, those related aids, services or accommodations which are needed to provide equal opportunity to participate in and obtain the benefits of the school program and extracurricular activities to the maximum extent appropriate to the student’s abilities. In order to qualify as a protected disabled student, the child must be school-aged with a physical or mental disability that substantially limits or prohibits participation in or access to an aspect of the school program. These services and protections for “protected disabled students” are applicable to all students enrolled (or seeking enrollment) in special education programs.

All information gathered about your child is subject to the confidentiality provisions contained in federal and state law. The District has policies and procedures in effect governing the collection, maintenance, destruction and disclosure to third parties of this information. For information about these policies and procedures, as well as rights of confidentiality and access to educational records, you may contact, in writing, the Special Education Office or any building principal.

For further information on the rights of parents for their child with a disability, provision of services, evaluation and screening (including purpose, time and location), and procedures, contact: Special Education Office Northampton Area School District 2014 Laubach Avenue Northampton, PA 18067 610-262-7811 x 20003

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expected, all very different and extremely interesting.

What is so refreshing about Modern Romance is there aren’t really any other books out there like it. Ansari’s inspiration came from his fascination of the challenges we face today that simply didn’t exist thirty or so years ago in finding romance. He couldn’t find much in his exploration to find a “comprehensive, in-depth sociological investigation,” that book simply did not exist yet, so he decided to change that and wrote one himself. It is a nice change from the usual selfindulgent celebrity memoir, (I’ll admit I am guilty of enjoying those), but this was much more academic. (Quick side note, you do not need to like Aziz as an actor or comedian to get something out of Modern Romance as it’s not really about him.)

An array of relevant topics were researched, such as: finding romance today vs. in the past, the whole “soul mate” notion and how having the world at our fingertips through online dating sites and apps is making it harder than ever to find said “soul mates,” how texting is both helping and hindering us, cheating, marriage, divorce, and what was particularly interesting, how different the romance scenes are in Tokyo, France and Buenos Aires. For instance, in Tokyo, a sort of epidemic is spreading where men are simply not interested in dating and sex, so much so that the government is intervening by paying for and orchestrating dating events! France, somehow unsurprisingly, is much more loose, open, and nonjudgmental about romance and sex compared to the US. Buenos Aires, quite the opposite of Tokyo, has their own problem-the men are overly sexually aggressive.

Any generation should be able to connect to Modern Romance, whether you’re older, struggling with today’s technology and yearning for a simpler time, or you’re younger and know nothing but the electronic world we live in right now and learning about how and why people met fifty years ago will fascinate you.

With all of Ansari’s subject matter discussed and all of his results summarized, he hits the nail on the head, providing a really important connection between book, author and reader, and hopefully between all fellow readers: “We each sit alone, staring at this black screen with a whole range of emotions. But in a strange way, we are all doing it together, and we should take solace in the fact that no one has a clue what’s going on.” We’re all in the same boat; we’re all enduring this struggle, how about we endure together? Another valuable takeaway from Ansari is to not lose oneself in electronic technology“…no matter how many options we seem to have on our screens, we should be careful not to lose track of the human beings behind them. We’re better off spending quality time getting to know actual people than spending hours with our devices, seeing who else is out there.” Well-said Aziz!

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