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MARCH 3-9, 2022
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Salem UCC of Moorestown’s 250th anniversary
Salem UCC 1992, from “History of Salem’s Reformed and Lutheran Church.”
By ED PANY Salem United Church of Christ is celebrating their 250th anniversary this year. The historic church was organized during the Colonial Era before there was a United States of America. Commonly called Big Moore, it is located in serene, rural Moore
Township. In 1732 there was a migration of Germans from the Palatinate in Germany. They left a land of turmoil and persecution for a new beginning. Many were guided into Pennsylvania by Conrad Weiser. The Germans who came and started
Salem today. Photo by Larry Oberly.
Salem were frugal, hard working and valued family and faith. They built homes, raised families and cultivated the soil, becoming very successful farmers. Moore Township was formed in 1745 with lands from Allen, Lehigh and Plainfield Township. Moore was incorporated in 1765
and named in honor of John Moore, provincial assemblyman. During the French & Indian War, 1756-63, a system of forts was constructed to protect the settlers, the most notable was the Doll Blockhouse. Early churches had no regular Continued on page 6
Indigo 52 welcomed to Nazareth community
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By HOME NEWS STAFF On Wednesday, February 23, Indigo 52, Nazareth’s newest gluten-free and dairy-free restaurant, was welcomed to the community with a grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony. The ceremony was courtesy of the Nazareth Area Chamber of Commerce, a proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce. Indigo 52’s mission is to provide an upscale full-service dining experience that is 100% gluten-free and dairy-free, with
many vegan options and minimal soy, for those who have limited or no dining options. “By offering such a unique selection of menu options, not only will Indigo 52 complement our existing businesses, but it will enhance community members’ and visitors’ experiences in the borough as it provides an option for those who may have dietary restrictions, prefer this style of meal prep, or want to try something new,” commented Jessica O’Donnell and Lauren Bertucci, the Great-
er Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Nazareth Area Chamber liaisons. The event kicked off at 5:30 p.m. with the ribbon cutting ceremony taking place at 5:45 p.m. Attendees were able to network, see the new space, and welcome the Indigo 52 team to the community. Felicia Rocchino, owner of Indigo 52, said, “We are 100% gluten-free and dairy-free. We have a lot of vegan options. We also serve meat! My goal is to have delicious food that ev-
eryone can enjoy. From vegan stuffed french toast to grass-fed steak kabobs with a curry coconut drizzle, we are trying to service people with allergies and support local and sustainable businesses with our scratchmade food. Each dish has a lot of love put into it and I think people have been feeling that.” Indigo 52 is located at 52 S. Main St. in Nazareth and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. To learn more about the restaurant and to view their menus, visit www.indigo52.cafe/.
Willow Brook Farms hearing To continue On March 22, Allen Supervisors Want to see Changes
By KERI LINDENMUTH During the Allen Township Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, February 22, attorneys and developers representing the Fuller Family Trust and Willow Brook Farms presented their updated plans for a mixed-use village on the site of the historic farm. In 2018, the Fuller Family Trust filed a curative amendment against the township, requesting that it amend its zoning and land development ordinances to allow for the development. Tuesday’s brief presentation was part of this public curative amendment hearing. Developers said they didn’t expect the supervisors to cast their deciding vote on the amendments but instead review their progress. The Allen Township Planning Commission recommended the approval of both amendments but withheld any decision on the height of the property’s planned apartment buildings. Supervisor and Township Fire Chief Dale Hassler still had concerns over the height of the proposed buildings. He says anything over two stories tall is “unacceptable” when it comes to the safety of township residents. The revised plans showed three-story apartments, including a lowerlevel garage. Developers said they are still “working” on updating this portion of the plan. Hassler told them to look at nearby Willow Ridge as an example. Continued on page 6
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