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Four accused of breaking into Moore Elementary School
By SAVANNAH BROWN Three 18-year-olds and a juvenile are facing charges after police said they entered Moore Elementary School on two occasions while recording footage for social media content. Aidan Benjamin Fincke, of the 400 block of Spyglass Hill Road in Bath; Lee McCulloch Jr., of the 100 block of Old Forge Drive in Bath; and Branden Edward Moyer, of the 2700 block of East Beersville Road in Moore Township, were each charged
with felony criminal trespass and conspiracy to commit criminal trespass. McCulloch and Moyer also were charged with misdemeanor criminal mischief and conspiracy to commit criminal mischief. A fourth person, who was not identified because he is a juvenile, is facing charges through the Northampton County juvenile justice system. Fincke, McCulloch and Moyer were arraigned Wednesday before District Judge Robert A. Hawke.
Each was released on $25,000 unsecured bail. Court records did not immediately list attorneys for the three defendants. According to court records, Northampton Area School District and Moore Township police began investigating Aug. 3 after two reported break-ins at Moore Elementary School, 2835 Mountain View Drive. Inside the building, investigators reportedly discovered broken
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The Banner from the News and Facts – Allen Township looks ahead to 2027 Contributed photo by Larry Oberly. My many loyal readers of- or paper carrier. Classified ads for news stories I cost $1 per four lines. Budget, no projected tax increase fershouldsuggestions write about. My backlog I’ll share some of the articles
By KERI LINDENMUTH As 2026 enters its final stretch, the Allen Township administrative team and Board of Supervisors are looking ahead to the 2027 township budget, projects and priorities for the new year. Township Manager Ilene Eckhart gave a brief overview of the 2027 budget’s first draft during the Sept. 22 Board of Supervisors meeting. Eckhart said the township is in a “very good, stable financial position.” No real estate tax increase is projected for the town-
ship. One primary objective for 2027 is increasing staffing for the public works team. During the meeting, three maintenance workers were offered employment. The department is expected to continue growing in terms of manpower and equipment in 2027. Other township priorities include sewer and stormwater maintenance, upgrades to the Willow Green pump station and park improvements, including a batting cage at Howertown
Park. The fire department’s capital budget and recruitment and retention efforts are also priorities. Supervisor Gary Behler said the township is fiscally strong. “If we have the money, we should constantly be upgrading our infrastructure,” Behler said. “Do it right. Don’t ‘band-aid’ stuff.” Supervisors will continue reviewing the budget and are expected to return to their Oct. Continued on page 2
of material fills a four-drawer filing cabinet. Someone forwarded me a copy of a 1960 newspaper entitled News and Facts. The paper served Northampton, Egypt, West Catasauqua, Stiles, Hockendauqua, Fullerton, Allentown, Mickleys, Coplay, Cementon and Treichlers. The owner and publisher of the paper was Mr. Joseph Kochenash of Center Street Northampton. The paper was printed every Thursday by R & S Printers, Northampton. A subscription was $2 per year delivered by mail
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glass near the main office, standing water and muddy footprints. Police said nothing appeared to have been stolen. Damage included a broken skylight on the school’s roof, which was valued at approximately $1,500. Investigators also recovered a brick believed to have been used to break the skylight and a youth-sized sweatshirt that had been left on the roof. Surveillance footage from the school showed Fincke, Moyer and McCulloch arriving at approximately 11:44 p.m. Aug. 2, according to court documents. Police said the three were wearing masks when they entered the building through the damaged skylight. Once inside, the three allegedly walked through the school while using cellphones to record video. Surveillance footage later showed them becoming startled and leav-
ing the building, police said. During their exit, one person’s face covering reportedly fell below his chin. Investigators identified that person as Fincke, whom police said was known to law enforcement. Police determined another unauthorized entry had occurred earlier Aug. 2, at approximately 6 a.m. According to court records, surveillance footage from that incident showed a Volkswagen hatchback registered to Moyer arriving behind the school. Three masked individuals reportedly got out of the vehicle and checked exterior doors. Investigators said the clothing worn by the individuals, including distinctively colored T-shirts, helped police identify those involved. Court records also state McCulloch was captured without his face covering and was seen wearing the black sweatshirt later recovered from the roof. Police said surveillance footage showed one person running through the school
and entering a classroom that provided access to the courtyard, allowing another individual to enter the building. The investigation also led police to social media. Two Moore Elementary School teachers told investigators they had seen a TikTok reel showing people inside the school without authorization. Although the video was later deleted, the teachers provided screenshots to police. Investigators said Fincke operated a TikTok account featuring videos of visits to abandoned locations, content police described as “urban exploration.” During interviews with police, Fincke, Moyer and the juvenile acknowledged entering the school but reportedly said they believed the building had been abandoned. Police said Fincke admitted participating in the nighttime entry, while the juvenile acknowledged taking part in the morning incident. Moyer allegedly admitted participating in both.
According to court documents, Moyer and the juvenile told investigators that McCulloch used a brick to break the skylight but did not want to climb through the opening. Police allege another member of the group later allowed McCulloch to enter the building from inside. The group reportedly fled after a security alarm activated. Fincke, McCulloch and Moyer are scheduled to appear for preliminary hearings, at which time a district judge will determine whether prosecutors have presented sufficient evidence for the charges to proceed to Northampton County Court of Common Pleas.
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13 meeting with questions and recommendations before voting on whether to approve publication of the draft budget. In other business, supervisors also asked township engineers to conduct a cursory traffic study of West Bullshead Road and Willow Green Court. Following recent improvements to West Bullshead Road, a median was installed, dividing two-way traffic. Residents of Willow Green have suggested installing a four-way stop sign at the intersection with their development to help limit speeding, aid in line of sight, and make it easier for residents to exit the development. The township’s engineering team will first conduct a cursory review before determining whether a full traffic study is needed to evaluate the proposed four-way stop. The next Allen Township Board of Supervisors meeting will be Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 6 p.m. at the Allen Township Municipal Building, located at 50 Snow Hill Road.
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Northampton County: Upcoming PennDOT Road Work
Municipality: Palmer Township Road: Stones Crossing Between: Freemansburg Avenue and William Penn Highway Type of work: Other Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces Type of restriction: Daytime Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging Start: Oct. 2 Estimated end: Oct. 2 In effect: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Municipality: Lower Saucon Township Road: Black River Road Between: Route 378 and Bingen Road Type of work: Other Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces Type of restriction: Daytime Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging Start: Oct. 2 Estimated end: Oct. 2 In effect: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Municipality: Forks Township Road: Bushkill Drive Between: Uhler Road and Arndt Road Type of work: Pothole patching Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces Type of restriction: Daytime Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging Start: Oct. 2 Estimated end: Oct. 2 In effect: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Municipality: Washington Township Road: SR 1015/Main Street Between: True Blue Road and Mount Pleasant Road Type of work: Other Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces Type of restriction: Daytime Restriction: Road closure Start: Oct. 2 Estimated end: Oct. 2 In effect: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Municipality: Lower Mount Bethel Township Road: Uhler Road Between: Richmond Road and Short Road
Type of work: Brush cutting Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces Type of restriction: Daytime Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging Start: Oct. 2 Estimated end: Oct. 2 In effect: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Municipality: Moore Township Road: Seemsville Road Between: Cesanek Drive and Lehigh Drive Type of work: Other Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces Type of restriction: Daytime Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging Start: Oct. 2 Estimated end: Oct. 2 In effect: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Municipality: Moore Township
Road: Scenic Drive Between: Williams Road and Kern Road Type of work: Other Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
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munications, coordinate media Hospital Association standards. The hospital was given a re- relations and help keep residents prieve when the operation was informed about county programs, taken over by the Allentown Os- services and initiatives. teopathic Hospital. Later the venerable institution became a detox center, home to the Northampton Medical Center and Admin- Continued from page 3 istrative offices of the Northampton Area School District. Sadly, Start: Oct. 2 at the time of this writing, the Estimated end: Oct. 2 building is in the process of being In effect: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. sold again. Can one just imagine what Municipality: Moore Townstandards hospitals must comply ship with today? My family used the Road: South Hokendauqua services of the hospital on many Between: Lehigh Drive and occasions. If you resided in Ce- Mountain View Drive menton, Egypt, Northampton Type of work: Other or Coplay you could walk to the Work being done by: PennDOT hospital for the medical attention Maintenance Forces you desired. Few of the physi- Type of restriction: Daytime cians who sent patients to the Restriction: Lane restriction hospital or nurses remain. They with flagging are memories of a small com- Start: Oct. 2 munity hospital where everyone Estimated end: Oct. 2 knew your name but are now a In effect: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. faded page in our local history. In two weeks, more memories from News and Facts.
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The news article of the Haff Hospital Meeting – Contributed photo by Larry Oberly.
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was a fine teacher and gentleman. The lead story was, “Fate of Haff Hospital May be Decided Tonight.” Most of my older readers recall the landmark hospital founded by Dr. Charles Haff, a graduate of Hockendauqua High School. The hospital constructed in 1921 served the medical needs of residents for many years. The article states, “The final fate of the Haff Hospital may be reached tonight when the steering committee meets in the Cement National Bank at 8 p.m. The big question as to whether the hospital is to become a community institution will be thoroughly discussed by the committee which has been weighing all sides in the important matter.” At the meeting of
by Dr. Donald Haff (son of the former Charles Haff). Doctor Haff stated he could not reduce the figure of $350,000. He based the price on a qualified appraisal. Haff later reduced the price to $300,000 to please the committee. The steering committee was satisfied with the price. The main obstacle was how to raise the money. Results of a public survey were also revealed at the meeting. The hospital had been operated under a temporary 6-month license pending the outcome of the meeting. Dr. Haff later announced he would shut down the hospital because as an individual, he could not meet the financial obligations incurred. The state required the hospital to install new equipment in order to bring the hospital to American
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Oct. 9. The library is also excited to launch Teen Time at NAPL, a new after-school program beginning Oct. 19 at 2:45 p.m. Designed for students in grades 6 through 12, Teen Time at NAPL will provide a welcoming space where teens can connect with friends, explore new interests, participate in activities and enjoy a place created just for them. As Northampton Area Public Library continues working to address the loss of $180,000 in annual funding, community support remains essential. Whether attending a fundraiser, participating in a program, volunteering or helping spread the word, every contribution helps the library continue providing books, technology access, educational programs, outreach services and welcoming spaces for residents throughout the Northampton Area School District. For more information about upcoming events, Teen Time at NAPL and library services, visit Northampton Area Public Library online (northamptonapl. org) or follow the library on social media.
A new chapter Begins: Teen Northampton Time at NAPL County Welcomes New Debuts as fall Communications Fundraising Northampton Specialist Continues AARP Submitted by Submitted by VERONICA BRAYDEN CAFFREY LAROCHE Chapter 3915 Northampton County ExecuOctober is shaping up to be an tive Tara Zrinski is pleased to an- exciting month at Northampton nounce the hiring of Brayden Area Public Library, with oppor- October Caffrey as the county's new full- tunities for residents of all ages to time communications specialist. support their library, enjoy com- Meeting Caffrey succeeds Kelly Prentice, munity traditions and participate who has transitioned to the role in new programs. Announced of deputy director of continuum The library’s Annual Online Submitted by JEAN RUNDLE of care at Gracedale. Effective immediately, all media inquiries for Northampton County should be directed to Caffrey. Caffrey holds a Bachelor of Arts in media and professional communications from the University of Pittsburgh, where he graduated summa cum laude. His professional background includes experience in community outreach, digital communications and public engagement, including his work with the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy. In his new role, Caffrey will support the county's public com-
Auction concludes on Oct. 3, offering bidders the chance to win donated items, experiences and gift certificates while supporting library services. The popular Autumn Basket Raffle follows on Oct. 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Northampton Banquet and Event Center. The event will feature themed baskets, gift certificates, merchandise and other prizes generously donated by local businesses, organizations and community members. The library’s Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser also concludes on
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The Northampton AARP Chapter 3915 will hold its meeting on Oct. 14. Doors open at 11 a.m. Meeting is held at the Northampton Banquet and Events Center, 1601 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, PA 18067. The entertainment is Maria Santacoloma regarding changes in health insurance. All members are cordially invited to attend. Visitors are also cordially invited to attend the meeting. The Hunterdon Hills bus trip held on Tuesday, Nov. 17 will be leaving at 10 a.m. and returning at 8 p.m.
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Events around town
The GETTING OUT section of The Home News is open to events that are FREE for the community to attend and participate in. If you have an event and are not sure if it qualifies for this section, call us at 610-923-0382. We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify.
Atlas Cement Company Memorial Museum – Open second and fourth Sunday of
each month from 1 to 3 p.m., 1401 Laubach Ave., Northampton. Private and group tours (10 or more) and field trips available, call 610-262-2576 or email through the website.
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. Carbon Model Railroad Society Fall Train Meet – Sunday, Nov. 1 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Diamond Fire Co. Bingo Hall, 110 Main St., Walnutport. Model train show, refreshments available.
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 - 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: Third Saturday April-November from 1 to 3 p.m., 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath.
Helping Homeless Veterans - Weave mats for homeless vets every second and fourth Wednesday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prepping for weaving every first and third Wednesday from noon to 3 p.m., Mountain View Wesleyan Church, 1001 Deemer Road, Bath. Call 610-837-1190 FMI. Leave message. Horner's Cemetery Historical Society - Tours 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, Pa. Tours by appointment, donations welcome. Call Peggy at 610-984-4532 to schedule a tour or FMI, 4965 Nor Bath Blvd., Northampton.
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. Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center Community Programs: (400 Belfast Road, Nazareth)
Moore Twp. Assoc. for Families in Need - Meets second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church, 2715 Mountain View Drive, Bath.
Discover agriculture, creativity and Community with Lehigh County 4-H This October Submitted by INGRID GARCIA Families are invited to explore agriculture, creativity and handson learning through a series of free Lehigh County 4-H events this October. The activities begin with a 4-H Open House from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, at the Lehigh County 4-H Office. Community members can meet 4-H volunteers and staff, learn about local youth programs and discover how 4-H helps young people build skills through hands-on experiences. Guests can enjoy light refreshments and participate in a variety of STEM and art activities designed for youths and families of all ages. The events continue from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, when Lehigh County 4-H joins Apple Fest at the Slatington Farmers Market. Visitors can stop by the 4-H activity station to create colorful potato-stamped cards while learning how agriculture, art and mathematics connect. Participants will use potatoes as printmaking tools, explore geometric shapes and create a card to share with a friend or family member. Families can also experience agriculture firsthand during the Lehigh County Open Gate Farm Tour from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, when local farms open their gates to the public. The Open Gate Farm Tour has been a Lehigh County tradition for more than four decades, helping community members learn how local farms grow food, care
for animals and contribute to the region’s agricultural economy. Visitors to Heidel Hollow Farm can enjoy farm activities while participating in the 4-H potatostamp art station. Together, the events introduce youths and families to agriculture through hands-on learning and opportunities to explore local farm traditions, learn about modern agricultural practices and develop a deeper appreciation for farmers in the community. “Many people don’t realize that the Lehigh Valley has a rich agricultural history, including a long tradition of potato farming,” Extension Educator Ellyn Siftar said. “These activities give youth an opportunity to explore agriculture in a fun and unexpected way while creating something meaningful to share with others.” Event schedule Lehigh County 4-H Open House: Friday, Oct. 2, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Lehigh County 4-H Office. The event will feature STEM activities, art projects, program information and light refreshments. Apple Fest at the Slatington Farmers Market: Saturday, Oct. 3, from 1 to 4 p.m. The event will include a potato-stamp card activity and 4-H information. Lehigh County Open Gate Farm Tour: Sunday, Oct. 18, from noon to 5 p.m. Visitors can tour participating farms throughout Lehigh County and stop at Heidel Hollow Farm for the 4-H potato-stamp activity and other family-friendly farm experiences.
Moore Township Lioness-Lions Club – Meets first Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Covenant Church, Klecknersville, Moore Township, 2715 Mountain View Drive, Bath.
Morningstar Memory Cafe by Senior Solutions - An opportunity for people with dementia and their care partners to gather for fun, socialization and refreshments; meets second and fourth Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon at Advent Moravian Church, 3730 Jacksonville Road, Bethlehem. For registration, call 610-258-0700. Nazareth Farmers Market – Saturdays May through October, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Circle, 2 South Main St., Nazareth.
Northampton Area Food Bank - Food distribution first three Thursdays from 5 to 7 p.m. and second and third Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m., 1601 Canal St., Northampton. Northampton Borough Crime Watch Meeting - Typically held second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Northampton Recreation Center.
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Northampton Borough Police Report Sept. 15
Traffic stops were conducted in the unit block of Howertown Road, the 1200 block of Newport Avenue, the 1500 block of Washington Avenue, at Kern Alley and Line Alley, and in the 1400 block of Canal Street.
Suspicious act in the 100 block of Frank Drive. Civil matters in the 300 block of East 12th Street and the 400 block of McKeever Lane.
Animal case in the 1800 block of Lincoln Avenue. Report of a dog attacking another dog. Noise complaint in the 200 block of East 7th Street. Report of loud music.
Sept. 20
Juvenile problem in the 1100 block of Atlas Lane. Request to check the welfare of a female in the 1400 block of Poplar Street.
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Cherryville - Open Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 4131 Lehigh Drive, Cherryville. FMI call 610-767-2977.
Nazareth - Open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 15 S. Wood St., Nazareth. FMI call 610-759-8255.
PennDOT invites Pennsylvanians To share feedback on construction, Officers assisted a female in the Sept. 18 Maintenance services 1600 block of Lincoln Avenue. Drunkenness in the 2400 Suspicious vehicle at Oxford
Officers assisted the Northampton Fire Department in the 100 block of Stark Street.
block of Cherryville Road. Report of an intoxicated female. Juvenile problem in the 1400 block of Canal Street.
Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a female in the 1400 block of Canal Street.
Sept. 16
Request to check the welfare of a male in the 2300 block of Dewey Avenue. Officers assisted a female in the 1700 block of Lincoln Avenue. Request to check the welfare of a female in the 1600 block of Canal Street. Juvenile problem on Smith Lane.
Sept. 17
Traffic stops were conducted in the 600 and 1800 blocks of Main Street, the unit block of West 21st Street, at West 17th Street and Franklin Street, West 21st Street and Canal Street, Main Street and East 13th Street, the 1300 block of Newport Avenue, the 200 block of Howertown Road, and at West 21st Street and Center Street. Request to check the area in the 1600 block of Canal Street.
Officers assisted males in the 1800 block of Lincoln Avenue and on Smith Lane.
Drive and Atlas Lane.
Traffic stops were conducted at Canal Street and West 21st Street, the 1600 block of Canal Street, at West 17th Street and Canal Street, the 1500 block of Laubach Avenue, and the 1000 block of Main Street. Non-reportable accident at Laubach Avenue and Washington Avenue involving two vehicles. Civil matter in the 200 block of West 26th Street. Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a male in the 1300 block of Newport Avenue.
Sept. 19
Juvenile problem in the 1600 block of Washington Avenue. Officers assisted EMS with the transport of a male in the 1200 block of Main Street. Officers assisted females in the 500 block of East 21st Street and at Canal Street and Lumber Street. Disturbance in the 1300 block of Stewart Street. Fraud in the unit block of East 7th Street. Report of checking account fraud.
Bath Borough Fire Hydrant Flushing Monday, Oct. 12 to Friday, Oct. 23 Bath Borough Authority staff will be flushing fire hydrants in the Borough of Bath and Redcliff in Upper Nazareth Township. Some temporary pressure loss and/or discoloration of water may be experienced.
A traffic stop was conducted in the 1400 block of Canal Street.
Sept. 21
Civil matters in the 1300 block of Barrington Drive and the 1300 block of Stewart Street. Traffic stops were conducted at Canal Street and Stewart Street, the 2100 block of Main Street, at Line Alley and East 21st Street, the unit block of West 21st Street, at West 21st Street and Canal Street, West 21st Street and Center Street, and the 600 block of East 21st Street. Officers assisted EMS with the transports of males in the 200 block of Washington Avenue and at Smith Lane and Lerchenmiller Drive. Suspicious act in the 1400 block of Main Street. Trespass in the 500 block of Howertown Road. Report of a male trespassing.
Northampton Fire Dept. Call Log The Northampton Fire Department responded to the following incidents within Northampton Borough during the week of Sept. 20. Station 42 – Northampton Borough Station 45 – Allen Township
Sept. 20
Station 42: 1400 block Poplar Street. Police assist.
Sept. 21
Station 42: 200 block Washington Avenue. Ambulance assist.
Sept. 22
Stations 42, 45: 2100 block Main Street. Carbon monoxide alarm.
Sept. 25
Station 42: 600 block East 21st Street. Ambulance assist. Station 42: 1800 block Main Street. Ambulance assist. Station 42: 1600 block Laubach Avenue. Ambulance assist. Station 42: 100 block Jeffrey Lane. Ambulance assist.
Sept. 26
Stations 42, 45: 1700 block Main Street. Automatic fire alarm. Stations 42, 45: 1300 block Stewart Street. Wire fire.
Submitted by SEAN BROWN PennDOT’s online survey is open through Oct. 20 for Pennsylvanians to submit feedback. Under the Shapiro administration, more than 21,800 miles have been improved statewide, and work has advanced on nearly 2,000 state and local bridges. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is accepting public feedback on its construction and maintenance services through an online survey. The public can take the survey through Oct. 20 by visiting the 2026 PennDOT Construction/ Maintenance Customer Satisfaction Survey. PennDOT has improved more than 2,600 miles of roadway and advanced work on 373 state and local bridges from January through August this year. Gov. Josh Shapiro also recently announced additional accelerated work involving 79 “Rapid Deployment Projects,” representing the first round of a $775 million investment from the Motor License Fund over 18 months. “The PennDOT team is committed to serving every county, every community, every time, and this annual survey helps the department see successes and opportunities,” PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll said. “The survey also helps us find areas
where we can educate the public while learning about how the public receives road information.” The 17-question survey asks participants how they receive PennDOT roadway information and how often the department meets or exceeds expectations for construction and maintenance activities. Respondents are also asked about their experiences reporting concerns to the department and whether or how they use the state’s 511PA traveler information services. Travelers can check conditions on major roads at 511PA.com. The free service is available 24 hours a day and provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,200 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone app for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 511 or through regional alerts on X. Information about PennDOT’s planned and active construction projects is available at pa.gov/DOTprojects. Readers can also subscribe to local or statewide PennDOT news through the department’s website. PennDOT news is also available on X, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
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Drury exhibit celebrates grand opening at Mauch Chunk Museum and Cultural Center
Submitted by JOE KORBA On Friday, Sept. 11, the Mauch Chunk Museum and Cultural Center held the grand opening of its new exhibit, “John Drury: Retrospective of a Small-Town Entrepreneur.” The exhibit celebrates the life and legacy of John and Janet Drury. Beginning at 5 p.m., guests, including many members of the Drury family, arrived at the historic Mauch Chunk Museum. The building itself is an artifact of the town’s history, having originally been built as a church sanctuary in 1854 before becoming a museum in 1993. Light refreshments were served
as community members, tourists and members of the Drury family explored the museum. Museum President Ibiyinka Alao, a close friend of the late John and Janet Drury, opened the new exhibit with remarks about the smalltown entrepreneur. “[John] never wanted to be part of the museum himself. He never wanted to be in it, but the Drurys helped modern Jim Thorpe become what it is today,” Alao said. “They loved this town and wanted it to be successful. That was their dream,” he continued. Drury’s son, Mark, expressed enthusiasm about the new exhibit honoring his parents’ passion for
The John and Janet Drury Exhibit. “A Retrospective of a Small-Town Entrepreneur.” Jim Thorpe. “They were always very passionate about Jim Thorpe. [John] saw the potential. He was always a visionary,” Mark said. John and his wife, Janet, moved from Philadelphia to the burgeoning town in 1975. He fell in
love with the architecture, history and people of the Carbon County borough. During the 1970s and ’80s, Drury completed numerous projects in the area. His efforts included purchasing 100 acres above Mauch Chunk Lake for the Boy Scouts and family to use for camping, acquiring the New American Hotel and renaming it The Inn at Jim Thorpe, and purchasing the former St. Paul’s United Methodist Church. In 1993, with the help of many local residents, Drury helped reimagine the historic church building as the Mauch Chunk Museum and Cultural Center. Janet Drury is also prominently featured in the exhibit. Before her death in 2023, Janet was a longtime member of the Lioness Club and, along with John, gave back
to the community through Family Promise, a shelter for families in need. She assisted John in many of his endeavors, including establishing the museum. John Drury, who died in 2025, was an instrumental figure in preserving the history of Mauch Chunk and Jim Thorpe for future generations while helping advance the community. Attendees explored both the new exhibit and the museum’s existing exhibits. Alao also showed groups the “Fireflies Planetarium Experience” in the ballroom. The experience examines how painting and art can enhance healthy living around the world. The Mauch Chunk Museum and Cultural Center is open daily in October. For more information, call 570-325-9190 or visit the museum’s website.
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times. Presented by HIMSS, the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society, the Davies Award is one of health care’s most respected honors. It recognizes organizations whose applications of information and technology redefine evidencebased best practices and produce significant improvements in clinical care. “No other health care organization in the world has won four Davies Awards. That distinction makes clear what our patients experience every day: St. Luke’s is setting the national standard for using innovation to deliver safer, smarter and more effective care,” St. Luke’s Chief Information Officer Chad Brisendine said. St. Luke’s Chief Quality Officer Donna Sabol added, “Our competitive advantage is not technology alone. It is our ability to combine technology, data and clinical expertise to achieve measurable results for the people and communities we serve.” St. Luke’s earned its fourth Davies Award for integrating predictive analytics and electronic health record clinical decision support into everyday care. The winning initiatives helped clinicians recognize deteriorating patients earlier, protect patients receiving a powerful antibiotic and standardize suicide-risk assessment and interventions across a multisite health care system. Together, the results demonstrate how St. Luke’s uses innovation to save lives, prevent harm and provide better value. St. Luke’s received the 2026 Davies Award for three projects that improved patient care. A digital tool designed to identify patients whose conditions were worsening helped care teams recognize warning signs sooner. The tool reduced emergency “code” events by 25.8%, cut unexpected transfers to intensive care following a rapid response by 31.9% and helped save an additional 55 lives over three years. A new method of monitoring treatment with vancomycin, a powerful antibiotic, reduced the relative risk of related kidney injury by nearly 60%. It is expected to prevent about 2,022 harmful drug-related events each year and avoid an estimated $16 million in annual costs. St. Luke’s also created a consistent approach to assessing suicide risk and matching patients with appropriate levels of monitoring and support across its hospitals. Use of recommended safety measures increased from 50% to 73%, while an estimated $2.93 million in costs was avoided without reducing patient safety.
“Winning once demonstrates innovation. Becoming the first organization in the world to win four times demonstrates a culture of continuous innovation,” Brisendine said. “This achievement reflects years of collaboration,
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Girl Scout Troop 805 spreads kindness Through Bronze Award project
sage that extends far beyond the colorful rocks surrounding the food bank sign. “In this crazy world, we can all use a little more positivity in our lives,” Hock said.
Through their Bronze Award project, the girls have created a place where that positivity can continue to grow — one painted rock and one kind message at a time.
Natalie Hock, Shiloh Bing, Nyomi Kocher and Arianna Kocher (not featured) created a Kindness Rock Garden around the Northampton Area Food Bank sign on Sept. 24. Also featured: Troop Leader Tonia Biechy (left), Troop leader Katie Hock (right) and Clayton Kocher (Nyomi’s brother and designated Troop Helper). By SAVANNAH BROWN A little kindness can go a long way, and members of Girl Scout Troop 805 are hoping their colorful new rock garden will bring smiles to the Northampton community for years to come. The local Girl Scouts recently completed a kindness rock garden surrounding the Northamp-
ton Area Food Bank sign as part of their work toward earning the Girl Scout Bronze Award. Three of the four girls who earned the award put the finishing touches on the garden Thursday, Sept. 24. The project was entirely inspired by the girls, who spent about six weeks turning their idea into reality. They carefully paint-
ed rocks with cheerful artwork and uplifting words and phrases, including “peace,” “be kind” and “joy,” creating a colorful reminder for food bank visitors that even small gestures can brighten someone’s day. But the girls did not want the kindness to stop with them. They also left blank rocks for community members to take, decorate and return to the garden, inviting others to add their own messages of encouragement and help the garden continue to grow. The project was part of the troop’s ongoing work with the Northampton Area Food Bank. Troop members have also spent time helping in the food bank’s garden, where they weeded, harvested produce and cleaned up the grounds. Troop 805 operates under the Nor-Bath Service Unit, which primarily serves Northampton, Bath and surrounding townships. All of the girls in the troop attend Northampton Area School District. For Troop Leader Katie Hock, the project carries a simple mes-
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Submitted by LAUREN FORSTER Family Science Night Owl Prowl Friday, Oct. 2 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Screeches, hoots, barks and toots; owls make a variety of fascinating sounds! Join us as we listen for local species of owls such as the Eastern-Screech Owl and the Great Horned Owl. Participants should dress for the weather, be prepared for a short, easy walk, and bring a flashlight. This program is specifically for families with young children. All adults must be accompanied by a child. Registration is required for all family members attending.
Nutty History: Walnuts Saturday, Oct. 10 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Explore the amazing historical uses of the Walnut including natural dyes, industry and cooking. This program is best suited for ages 8 and up. Registration is required. Project Learning Tree: Explore Your Environment Educator Workshop Tuesday, Oct. 13 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Are you a college student, preservice teacher, classroom teacher, environmental educator or homeschool provider seeking lessons and skill-building to engage students (K-8) in nature? Dive into
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Participants should be prepared for a moderate hike and be dressed for the weather. Binoculars will be provided. Registration is required. All About Autumn Hike Saturday, Oct. 24 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The tell-tale signs of autumn are all around! Join us as we learn about wildflowers, colorful leaves, migrating birds and other signs of the advancing season. Be prepared for a moderate hike that may involve muddy slopes and uphill climbs. Please bring binoculars, a camera, water, a snack and wear sturdy shoes. Registration is required. Who Gives a Hoot? Saturday, Oct. 24 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Screeches, hoots, barks and toots; owls make a variety of fascinating sounds! Join us as we listen for local species of owls such as the Eastern-Screech Owl and the Great Horned Owl. This program is best for ages 8 and up. Participants should dress for the weather, be prepared for a short, easy walk, and bring a flashlight. Registration is required. Project FeederWatch Citizen Science and Monitor Training Friday, Oct. 30 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Love birds and want to contribute to science? Project FeederWatch turns your love of feeding birds into scientific discoveries. We'll have a special presentation from volunteer Dan Z. on how to identify common feeder birds. Participants will learn how
to contribute to Project FeederWatch and be presented with the opportunity to become FeederWatch monitors at Jacobsburg or in their own homes! Attending this program is required if you plan to participate in Project FeederWatch Monitoring at Jacobsburg and have not attended a training in previous years. Project FeederWatch Monitoring will take place on Thursdays and/or Fridays: Dec. 3-4, 17-18, 31-Jan. 1, Jan. 14-15, 28-29, Feb. 11-12, 25-26, Mar. 11-12, and 25-26. Registration is required. Fishing Equipment Available Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Jacobsburg Visitor Center 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow fly rods, spinning rods, fly boxes and tackle to use in Jacobsburg’s creeks! To borrow equipment, you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. Persons age 16 and older must possess a current fishing license to fish. Adults can help children under 16 fish without a license. Bait is not provided. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. Discovery Backpacks Available Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 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 chilContinued on page 13
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dren. Each backpack includes binoculars, notepad, colored pencils, magnifying lens, bug box, dip net and five field guides for exploring the pond, insects, birds, trees, butterflies and moths. For more information call 610-7462801 or email jacobsburgsp@ pa.gov. You can view and register for community programs online at https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/ search/events?order=date&search =jacobsburg. 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.
Nazareth Area Garden Club Announces October Meeting
Submitted by JANET FAROLE The Nazareth Area Garden Club will hold its next meeting of the year on Oct. 20 at the Dryland UCC Church, 4415 Newburg Road, Lower Nazareth
Township at 7 p.m. The program speaker(s) for the evening will be Autin Drager and Monica Tullgard. They will be discussing “Agriculture and Conservation: A local view.” Club members will display plant specimens. Floral arrangements made by members will also be on display. This month they can enter a Thyme for Fall— a parallel design incorporating herbs, autumn glory-oriental design, or anything goes. Refreshments will be served and we welcome visitors to all our meetings. For membership information please call Janet Farole at 484221-0047.
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BOROUGH OF NAZARETH ZONING HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS GIVEN, that the Nazareth Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a hearing on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at the Municipal Building on Church and Center Streets, commencing at 7:00 p.m. on the application of Edwin Stanat, on property owned by Edwin and Colleen Stanat at 126 S. Pine Street, in an R-7 Medium Density Residential District. The applicant has constructed a storage building requiring proof that the structure is a permitted accessory use and a variance from the side yard provisions of the ordinance.
Estate of Donna Jean Blanar, Deceased, late of the Township of Palmer, Northampton County, Pennsylvania. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the Decedent to make known the same, and all person indebted to the Decedent to make payment without delay to:
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David John Blanar, Jr. c/o John E. Kotsatos, Esquire 717 Washington Street Easton, PA 18042 (9/17-10/1)
The Lehigh Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 6:00 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.
NOTICE TO BIDDERS CHAPMAN BOROUGH CONTRACT PROVIDING LABOR AND EQUIPMENT FOR PICK UP, TRANSPORTATION AND DISPOSAL AND\OR RECYCLING OF MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE GENERATED FROM APPROXIMATELY 103 RESIDENTIAL UNITS WITHIN THE BOROUGH OF CHAPMAN Sealed bids will be received by the Borough of Chapman, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, until 7:30 p.m. local time, on November 2, 2026, at the Chapman Borough Hall, Chapman, PA, Phone: 610-837-0842 X2001. All bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Borough Council scheduled for November 2, 2026, at 7:35 p.m. Information packets are available for prospective bidders from John J. Defassio, Borough Secretary, 1400 Main Street, Chapman, Bath, PA 18014. All bids shall be tendered on forms provided by the Borough in a sealed envelope bearing the bidder’s name and local address, and shall be marked “PROPOSAL FOR COLLECTION OF MUNICIPAL WASTE AND RECYCLING FOR THE BOROUGH OF CHAPMAN.” Each proposal must be accompanied by either a cashier’s check or bid bond, payable to the Borough of Chapman, in the amount of ten (10%) percent of the bid amount. Said amount shall guarantee that in the event the contract is awarded to the bidder, such party will execute the contract in good faith. Checks or bonds will be returned to all bidders within ten (10) days after the contract is executed. All bonds must be executed by the sureties who are licensed to contract business in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and must be accompanied by a certified, effectively dated copy of the authority to act. The Borough reserves the right to waive any informality in any bid, and to reject any or all bids, or to award any contract as deemed to be in the Borough’s best interest. Following the opening of bids, no bid may be withdrawn for a period of forty five (45) days. John J. Defassio Borough Secretary (9/24 & 10/1)
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Theodore R. Lewis, Solicitor Nazareth Zoning Hearing Board (9/24 & 10/1) LEHIGH TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE
EDGAR F. LORAH JR. ETAL The applicant/owner for 4739 S. Cypress Drive, Walnutport, PA, 18088 has filed an application for zoning relief requesting a variance to install a roof mounted accessory solar energy system on the detached accessory structure. The following relief is being requested, a variance from Section 180-15. B – Word usage and definitions. An accessory solar energy system is defined as a roof and/or ground mounted solar collector device which has a rated capacity of less than or equal to 30 kW; the proposed system has a rated capacity of 43.430 kW (Direct Current) & 38.380 kW (Alternating Current) and is 2,121 square feet in area, exceeding the 1,000 square feet prescribed in the ordinance.
requested that the subtenant’s use is a continuation of the preexisting lawful non-conforming use at the property subject to Section 180-109 of the Zoning Ordinance. The property is located in the GC (General Commercial) Zoning District. The Parcel Identification Number is J2 7 29C 0516. TONY WU & GUO WU The applicant/owner of the property located at 529 Blue Mountain Drive, Walnutport, PA 18088 is appealing the administrative determination of the Lehigh Township Zoning Officer dated July 23, 2026, which determined that the subject property may not operate as a single-family group home. The applicant is appealing pursuant to Section 909.1(a)(3) of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (MPC) and is seeking a determination that the proposed peer-supported, non-clinical residential housing for individuals in recovery constitutes a permitted functional single-family housekeeping unit under the Lehigh Township Zoning Ordinance. In the alternative, the applicant is requesting reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 (42 U.S.C. § 3601 et seq.) and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12131 et seq.), including modification or waiver of applicable local zoning definitions, occupancy limitations, or special exception criteria, as necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to use and enjoy the residential dwelling. The property is located in the A/RR (Agriculture/ Rural Residential) Zoning District. The parcel Identification Number is J3 14 3 0516. Meetings are open to the public and all interested parties are welcome to attend and will have an opportunity to be heard. Roxann Colfer, Lehigh Township Zoning Officer (9/24 & 10/1) ESTATE NOTICE
The property is located in the GC (General Commercial) Zoning District. The parcel Identification Number is H2 29 4 0516X.
Estate of James P. Fahr, late of Upper Nazareth Township, County of Northampton and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
PINNACLE EXTERIORS INC./SHEILA GALAMBOS & DONALD E. STRANAHAN II
Letters Testamentary on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons indebted to the estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims against to present them in writing without delay to the Attorney noted below.
The applicants/owners of the property located at 3864 Lehigh Drive, Northampton, PA 18067, are requesting a variance from Section 180-16.E of the Lehigh Township Zoning Ordinance, which prohibits accessory structures and uses within the front yard. The applicants propose to construct a ground-mounted solar array within the front yard of the property. The property is located in the A/RR (Agriculture/ Rural Residential) Zoning District. The parcel Identification Number is J3 13 8A 0516. IRPG-WP LLC (C/O IMPERIAL REALTY GROUP, LLC) The applicant and owner of the property located at 400 N. Best Avenue, Walnutport, Pennsylvania 18088, appeals the Notice of Violation dated April 14, 2026, and, in connection therewith, appeals the Zoning Officer’s determination that the subtenant’s use conducted within a portion of the commercial building on the Property does not constitute a lawful continuation of a pre-existing nonconforming use pursuant to Section 180-109 of the Zoning Ordinance. The applicant proposes to continue the preexisting lawful nonconforming wholesale trade use with the addition of a new subtenant in a portion of the space. Relief is
Steven D. Brown 110 East Main St. Bath, PA 18014 Executor Steven D. Brown, Esq. Spengler Brown Law Offices 110 East Main St. Bath, PA 18014 Attorney for the Estate (9/24-10/8) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Raymond E. Nemeth, Jr., late of the Township of Bushkill, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased. WHEREAS, Letters of Administration in the above-named estate have been granted to Denise Longenbach, Administratrix of the Estate of Raymond E. Nemeth, Jr. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to: Denise Longenbach c/o Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania 18064
October 1-7, 2026 15 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (9/24-10/8) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Randy L. Frey, late of Upper Nazareth Township, County of Northampton and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased. Letters Testamentary on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons indebted to the estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims against to present them in writing without delay to the Attorney noted below. Raymond Larry Frey 2430 S. 3rd Ave. Whitehall, PA 18052 Executor Steven D. Brown, Esq. Spengler Brown Law Offices 110 East Main St. Bath, PA 18014 Attorney for the Estate (9/24-10/8) PUBLIC NOTICE MOORE TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD HEARING/MEETING The regular meeting of the Moore Township Zoning Hearing Board will be held on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Moore Township Municipal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath, PA 18014. Members of the public are welcome to participate. The specific agenda for the meeting is as follows: 26-ZHB-806 An appeal of a Cease and Desist Order issued by the Zoning Officer, the applicant(s), Thomas and Kathleen Kalavoda/Lehigh Valley Trail Rides, applicants of the property located at 804 S. Oaks Road, Bath, PA 18014 request the following relief: 1) An appeal of a Cease and Desist Order, 2) Alternate relief if applicable for a variance, 3) An expansion, modification, if applicable for a special exception, 4) Alternate relief if applicable with respect to nonconformities. The section(s) cited for the property are as follows: Prior ZHB decision and special exception approval in case #05ZHB-515 with specific conditions of approval listed for this Riding Stable use, 300-17 RA Zoning District Uses Permitted, Section 300-26 Limitation of Principal Uses, 300-3 Applicability of District Regulations, 300-63 Permits and Certificates, 300-64 Zoning Permits, as well as any other section of the Zoning Ordinance in which relief may be needed. The property County PIN# H5-11-5 contains approximately seven acres, and is zoned, Rural Agricultural (RA). Jason L. Harhart Zoning Officer Moore Township
(9/24-10/1)
MUNICIPAL ADVERTISEMENT BOROUGH OF NORTHAMPTON Notice is hereby given that the Borough Council of Northampton will conduct a public hearing and consider the adoption of the ordinances summarized herein, at a meeting on October 14, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. At said meeting, Council shall consider enacting, and if appropriate, will take a vote on adopting “An Ordinance of the Borough of Northampton, County of Northampton, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Abolishing the
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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 Sat. – Vesper services 5 p.m. Sun. – Divine Liturgy 9 a.m. BETHANY WESLEYAN, Cherryville. 610-767-1239 Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m. BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, Bushkill Twp. 610-759-7132 Sun. Worship 9 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m. CHAPMAN QUARRIES UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-837-0935 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S. Chestnut St. Bath. 610-837-0345 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C., Schoenersville. 610-264-9325 Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville. 610-837-6051 Sun. – Worship 8:45 a.m. SS 9 a.m.
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-8500 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. with HC, SS 9:40 a.m. COVENANT CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-7517 Sun. – 9 a.m. Worship (and online), SS for all ages 10:15 a.m. DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m., SS 9:30 am EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt). 610-262-4961 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m., SS 9 a.m. EL SHADDAI ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Nazareth. 610-759-6557 Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m., Youth Ministry 5 p.m. EMMANUEL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1741 Sun –Traditional 8:45 a.m., Contemporary 10 a.m., SS 10 a.m. FAITH FAMILY FELLOWSHIP, Bushkill Twp. 484-635-1200 Sun.- Contemporary Worship 10 a.m. FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport. 610-767-3505 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton. 610-262-9517 Sun – Worship 9 a.m., SS 10:15 a.m. GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-7036 Sun. – Worship 11 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-9080 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Northampton. 610-262-7186 (HA) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. SS 9:15 a.m. GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Pen Argyl. 610-863-4811 Sun. – Worship 8:30/10 a.m.
HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, Nazareth. 610-759-7363 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0870 Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m. M-F – Mass 8:30 a.m. Sat. – Mass 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. 610-262-3365 Worship first, third and fifth Sundays 10 a.m. HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cherryville. 610-767-7203 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. MOUNT EATON CHURCH, Saylorsburg. 570-992-7050 Sun- 8 a.m. Traditional, 10:30 a.m. Contemporary MOUNTAIN VIEW WESLEYAN CHURCH Bath. 610-759-7553 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-3163 Sun. – Worship 8:15/10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m. NEW JOURNEY COMMUNITY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-8101 (HA) Worship 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. NORTHAMPTON GOD’S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-4412 (HA) Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. (ngmc.church) PROMISED LAND CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE, Bethlehem. 610-759-7243 Sun.- Worship 10 a.m., SS children/adults 9 a.m. QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-2227 Sun.- Mass 10:30 a.m., Mon.- Mass 8 a.m., Fri.Mass 9:15 a.m., Sat.- Mass
4 p.m. RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/Nazareth. 484-597-1440 Sun. – Worship/meeting 10 a.m. SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. 610-837-7874 Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., Mon.-Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. SALEM U.C.C. Moorestown. 610-759-1652 Sun. – 9:30 a.m., SALEM UNITED METHODIST, Danielsville. 610-767-8003 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m. SCHOENECK MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0376 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. ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-3090. Sun. – Worship 8/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship with HC 5:30 p.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Howertown. 610-262-8666 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., Faith Formation online 9:30 a.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun. – Contemporary Worship 9 a.m., Christian Formation 10 a.m., 11 a.m.- Classic Worship ST. NICHOLAS R.C. Berlinsville. 610-767-3107
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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 Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./ 6 p.m. BS 9:30 a.m., Wed.- BS and Prayer 7 p.m. WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST, Walnutport. 610-767-8939 Sat. – Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. ZION’S STONE U.C.C., Kreidersville. 610-262-1133 Sun. – SS 9 a.m., Worship 10:15 a.m. ZION E.L. CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-6636 (N) Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m.
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Continued from page 15 Borough Board of Health and the Borough Health Officer Position Effective December 31, 2026.” The proposed ordinance dissolves the Borough Board of Health and abolishes the Borough Health Officer position, effective at 11:59 p.m. on December 31, 2026. The proposed ordinance further authorizes the Borough to coordinate with the Pennsylvania Department of Health in matters concerning disease prevention and control, and with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture in matters of retail food safety, consistent with their jurisdiction; affirms the Borough’s uninterrupted authority to administer, implement and enforce healthrelated laws and actions; directs the disposition of all Board of Health and Health Officer records and property; sets forth procedures to address pending matters, directs that notice of the ordinance be provided to the Pennsylvania Department of Health and the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. The full proposed text of said ordinance may be examined by any citizen at the Office of the Borough of Northampton, located at 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, 18067, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. until the date of the aforesaid Borough Council Meeting. Copies of the proposed ordinance may be obtained for a charge not greater than the cost thereof. Persons with disabilities who require any auxiliary aid, service, or other accommodation to observe or participate should contact the Borough Office at least five (5) days before the above date to discuss how your needs may be best accommodated. (10/1-10/8) PUBLIC HEARING LOWER NAZARETH TOWNSHIP The Board of Supervisors of Lower Nazareth Township, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, will conduct Public Hearing and consider enactment of the following proposed Ordinance at its Regular Meeting on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the Lower Nazareth Township Municipal Building, 623 Municipal Drive, Lower Nazareth Township, Northampton County, Pennsylvania. The Board of Supervisors invite public comment on the proposed Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF LOWER NAZARETH TOWNSHIP RELATING TO TRAFFIC AND STREETS RESTRICTING THE OPERATION OF DESIGNATED VEHICLES EXCEPTING SCHOOL BUSES, EMERGENCY VEHICLES AND VEHICLES MAKING LOCAL DELIVERIES OR PICKUPS ON DESIGNATED PORTIONS OF THE FOLLOWING TOWNSHIP ROADS: GRADWOHL SWITCH ROAD, CHRISTIAN SPRINGS ROAD, MANOR DRIVE, FIELDSTONE DRIVE, MEADOW DRIVE, KEYSTONE DRIVE, FLORA LANE, SILVERCREST ROAD, WERNER ROAD, GUN CLUB ROAD, COUNTRY CLUB ROAD, GEORGETOWN ROAD, HANOVERVILLE ROAD, HECKTOWN ROAD, HIGHVIEW DRIVE, HOLLO ROAD, MOUNTAIN VIEW ROAD, NORTHWOOD AVENUE, STEUBEN ROAD, VISTA DRIVE, TOWNSHIP LINE ROAD, AND BUTZTOWN ROAD, DEFINING DESIGNATED VEHICLES PROHIBITED, AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION OF THE AFORESAID PROHIBITIONS. Copies of the proposed Ordinance are available for public inspection or may be obtained
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for a charge not greater than the cost thereof at the Lower Nazareth Township Municipal Offices, 623 Municipal Drive, Lower Nazareth Township, Pennsylvania, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Copies of the proposed Ordinance are also available for public inspection on the Lower Nazareth Township website at www.lowernazareth.com, at the Northampton County Law Library, Northampton County Courthouse, 669 Washington Street, Easton, Pennsylvania, and supplied to The Home News newspaper.
Chicken Pesto Pasta Delish.com By TAYLOR ANN SPENCER
GARY NEIL ASTEAK, ESQUIRE LOWER NAZARETH TOWNSHIP SOLICITOR 726 Walnut Street Easton, PA 18042 (10/1)
Ingredients • 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil • 2 (8-oz.) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1" pieces • Kosher salt • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped • 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes • 1 3/4 cups water • 3/4 cup heavy cream • 8 oz. penne • 1 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about 1/2 cup) • 2/3 cup storebought or homemade pesto • Fresh basil, for serving (optional)
PUBLIC NOTICE MOORE TOWNSHIP Moore Township is soliciting responses from qualified companies to submit proposals for Architectural, Design, Engineering, Construction Bidding, and Construction Management Services for the Township Building/Police Station Renovations and Addition Project. All documents and solicitation details are available via PennBid at https://pennbid.bonfirehub.com. Proposals must be submitted on or before Thursday, October 29, 2026, by 2:00 p.m., via https://pennbid.bonfirehub.com. Moore Township reserves the right to accept or reject any and all qualifications and proposals, re-advertise, and award the contract in a manner determined solely by the Township. (10/1-10/8) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Conny C. Schick, late of the City of Bethlehem, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Directions Step 1: In a medium skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add chicken; season with 3/4 tsp. salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and an instant-read thermometer registers 160°, 4 to 5 minutes total. Transfer to a plate.
WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Charles Schick, Executor of the Estate of Conny C. Schick. 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: Charles Schick c/o Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (10/1-10/8)
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Step 2: In same skillet over medium heat, cook garlic and red pepper flakes, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add water, cream, and 1/2 tsp. salt and bring to a simmer. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and liquid is reduced to a sauce that coats the pasta, 8 to 10 minutes. Step 3: Stir in Parmesan and chicken and toss until cheese is melted and chicken is warmed through, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and fold in pesto; if sauce feels dry, add water, 1 Tbsp. at a time, until a creamy sauce forms. Season with more salt, if needed. Top with basil (if using).
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Dance Fusion Celebrates 20th Anniversary With open House event
Submitted by HAYDEN RINDE Dance Fusion Performing Arts Studio will celebrate its 20th season in the Lehigh Valley with an anniversary open house in October. The studio offers training in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, hiphop, musical theater, acro, aerial arts and other disciplines. Its programs also include Fusion2 Dance Company, a competitive dance program, and FAB! (Fusion & Broadway), its musical theater program. In addition to dance classes for children and young adults, Dance Fusion has expanded its adult programming to include ballet, tap, hip-hop, yoga, mat Pilates and sculpt fitness classes. The studio recently added a dedicated Reformer Pilates studio offering Pilates and all-level Reformer workouts. The public is invited to Dance Fusion's 20th anniversary open house from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2. The event will be held in partnership with the Western Lehigh Chamber, a partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce. During the celebration, Dance Fusion will debut its new Reformer Pilates studio with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 5:15 p.m. The event will also feature local businesses and community organizations, including Chicken Salad Chick, BeBalanced, Ribbons of C.A.R.E., Parkland Library and Children's Art Classes. Guests will have an opportunity to meet representatives from the participating organizations and observe live classes, including aerial and baby dance classes. "What truly sets Dance Fusion apart is our culture," Dance Fusion owner Kristi Dreyer McInerney said. "We work hard, support one another, celebrate progress, and create a place where people feel known and welcomed. Our students and adult clients are encouraged to challenge themselves without feeling judged or intimidated. Whether someone is stepping into their first class, preparing for the stage, returning to dance after years away, or trying a Reformer for the first time, we want them to feel like they belong here. "After 20 years, Dance Fusion continues to grow while staying rooted in the same values: highquality instruction, strong relationships, meaningful opportunities and a genuine sense of community." The open house will be held from
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Bath Commercial Bowling League Week No. 4 Standings Team Won Maxx Amusements 14 Rice Family 9 Broken Tackle 8 Daku Auto Body 8 Wire Done Right 8 Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering 6 Bath Supply 6 TWL 5 Broken Tackle (1) Ed Zupko Shawn Carraghan Butch Riddle Dormel Hartz
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Rice Family (0) Maxx Amusements (4) Earl Holland Jr 644 (202-227-215) Earl Holland Sr 543 (202) John Sverha 539 (206) Bath Supply (4) Steve Kerbacher 678 (256-230) Brent Connolly 535 TWL (0 Lee Hilbert 620 (224-224) Bob Davidson III 569 (240) Frank Pavlov 513 Wire Done Right (1) Wyatt Davidson 535 (200) Daku Auto Body (3) Al Davidson 607 (201-224)
Suburban Darts
Week 3 St. Paul’s remains in 1st place in the Dart League ‘sandwiching’ 7-3 and 4-0 wins around a 5-0 loss to Emmanuel. Hitters included Jason Gross 5 for 8 and Rich Kern 4 for 12 for St. Paul’s, while Andrew Rogers was 5 for 11(2 HR’s)and Jon Rice 4 for 11 for Emmanuel. Blessed Trinity lost the ‘nightcap’ 5-2 to Star of Bethlehem after winning 7-3 and 9-2. Leading hitters for Blessed Trinity were Ken Remaly 8 for 13(2 HR’s), Mike Daly 5 for 13, Todd Jones 3 for 7 with HR’s from Norm Schoenberger and Tim Hiedelmark. For Star of
Bethlehem, Kyle Taylor was 6 for 13, Ron Frankenfield 5 for 12, Bill Joke Jr. 4 for 8 and Breanna Frankenfield with 2 HR’s. In other action, Christ UCC won 5-1 and 4-1 losing the ‘nightcap’ 5-4 to Ebenezer. Top hitters for Christ UCC were A. J. Renn 7 for 13, Steve Hunsicker 5 for 11, Donnie Laudenslager 4 for 11(HR), and Eric Yocum with a HR. Joe Kish was 5 for 12, Sean Costanzo 3 for 7 and Denny Wieand going 1 for 3. The final match of the night saw Farmersville beating Dryland 5-2 and 4-2 losing the ‘nightcap’ 8-7. Don Kaiser led the Farmersville hitters going 7 for 13 (2 HR’s), Don Kerbaugh IV 7 for 14 with HR’s from Wade Chimonik and Gene Grim. For Dryland, Butch Silfies was 6 for 14, Bernie Yurko 5 for 14 with HR’s from Karen Krome and Nate Phares. St. Paul’s Dryland Star of Bethlehem Christ UCC Emmanuel Blessed Trinity Farmersville Ebenezer
Week 2
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Week 2 finds St. Paul’s moving into sole possession of 1st place ‘sandwiching’ 3-2 and 2-1 wins over Dryland losing 3-1. Leading the way for St. Paul’s were Kevin Gross 5 for 13(HR), Roger Kern 4 for 11 with HR’s from Rich Kern and Larry Kneller. Dave Crouthamel was 5 for 10, Bernie Yurko 5 for 12, Anita Skelton 4 for 11 and Dennis Skelton with a HR for Dryland. After a 13-5 loss to Emmanuel in the ‘opener’, Star of Bethlehem came back to win 6-5(11 innings). Walt Hoffert was 6 for 13, Jacob Hoffert 5 for 8, Austin Hoffert 5 for 14, and Kyle Taylor 5 for 15 for Star of Bethlehem. For Emmanuel, Tracy Dormeida was 6 for 13(3 HR’s), Jon Rice 6 for 14, Carlos Soto 5 for 15(3 HR’s) and Jack Hill with a HR for Emmanuel. Blessed Trinity took a ‘pair’ of wins over Ebenezer 7-3 and 1-0(on Dave Kolman’s HR), losing the ‘nightcap’ 2-0. Top hitters included Ken Ramaly 4 for 10, Chuck Crisafi also 4 for 10and Mike Daly 4 for 11 for Blessed Trinity, while Brendan Blevins was 6 for 13 along with JoeKish 6 for 13 and John Costanzo 3 for 8 for Ebenezer. In the only ‘sweep’ of the night, Christ UCC beat Farmersville 4-1, 3-0, and 2-1. Hitters for Christ UCC were Eric Yocum 6 for 12(HR), A. J. Renn 5 for 12, Keith Lauderslager 4 for 11(HR)And Susie Gasper with a HR. For Farmersville, Dave Campbell was 6 for 10,
Don Kaiser 4 for 12 and Dennis Koehler with a HR Also I want to correct the “Base on Ball” last week on the Star of Bethlehem hitters, it wasn’t Austin Hoffert
hitting it it ‘Kyle Taylor’ hitting it. In this game of Baseball hitting a “Base on Ball” is harder than ‘Home Run’. Congratulations Kyle!!!! And I would like to thank all the people who
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I haven’t seen in a few years this week since I moved down to Florida. I like to wish all the teams good luck for the year, and I hope my old team (Messiah)now Blessed Trinity wins this year.
Morningstar Living invites you to enjoy a variety of programs. EventFULL Living is a series of programs to enrich life’s journey. Reserve your place today in as many programs as you like.
The programs for OCTOBER include:
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10TH at 2:00 PM SteelCreek at Stauffer Pavilion, Pleasure Garden
SteelCreek is a six member Lehigh Valley band performing modern country favorites with a mix of classic hits and rock ’n’ roll to keep you moving. Line dance instructor Daughn will be on hand to teach a few steps and get everyone dancing. With their professional sound and infectious enthusiasm, SteelCreek always delivers a great time.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20TH at 10:30 AM A Friend of Liberty: Robert Levers
Robert Levers was county magistrate during the American Revolution. According to local legend, it was he who read the Declaration of Independence on the Northampton County courthouse stairs on July 8, 1776. This seminar, presented by Dr. Tim Betz of Sigal Museum, explores life in the county during the war through his surviving writings.
Reservations required to attend. Use the QR code or call 610.746.1000. Events are held at Moravian Hall Square 175 W North St, Nazareth PA www.MorningstarLiving.org
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