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American Disposal in Allen Township permitted To stay in business Under new conditions
By KERI LINDENMUTH
American Disposal, a junk removal and disposal service operating at 1438 Willowbrook Road, will be allowed to continue operations, with stipulations, in Allen Township. This decision by the township’s Zoning Hearing Board was made following a 5-plus-hourlong Zoning Hearing Board meeting on Thursday, Sept. 25, during which several residents and Township Manager Ilene Eckhart testified against the company, citing noise disturbances, health risks and visible debris.
Grandfathered Zoning Protections
“This property has been very gray,” Zoning Hearing Board Chairman Harold Dashuta said following the board’s decision. For nearly 30 years, the property (formerly Marth’s Disposal Service) operated as a recycling center, collecting, sorting and selling construction materials like metal and wood. In 1996, the township officially gave the property the zoning designation of “recycling center.” When the land was rezoned to residential use in 2003, the property received protection that allowed operations to continue.
However, according to Solicitor Brett Flower of Eckert Seamans, who represented the township during the Sept. 25 hearing, the property can lose this preexisting zoning protection when its use changes or when it becomes “vexatious to the health, safety and welfare of neighbors.” Flower added that the use of the property since new ownership
took over in late 2024 has “fundamentally” changed, operating on a larger scale akin to a junkyard.
According to Solicitor Joel Ready of Cornerstone Law Firm, on behalf of American Disposal, the business continues to operate as a recycling center, and this hearing is a way for the township to “retract” a past decision they regret.
“It is not this facility that planted itself in a residential zone,” Ready said. “It is the other way around.”
“[You] ignored other issues for 30 years,” Ready continued. “[You] cannot take someone out of a grandfathered situation [and you] have not shown how we exceeded the scope of a recycling center.”
Sean Kerrigan, owner of American Disposal, testified that his business operates under a recycling center permit from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. He said his employees manually sort through materials, and items that are not recyclable are sent to landfills in Bethlehem, St. Clair and Pen Argyl.
The unclear definition of a recycling center is something the Zoning Hearing Board acknowledged. However, while the zoning definition was broad, one thing was clear: changes needed to be made to protect the quality of life for neighboring property owners.
“Just because it is licensed for something does not mean you can bust it at the seams,” Dashuta told Kerrigan.
Waste, Odors and Safety Con-
By LAURA KLOTZ
The Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors opened their Sept. 23 meeting by discussing the payment request from Pennoni Associates, which had been tabled from the previous meeting.
Township Manager Alice Rehrig explained the existing payment is enough to complete their work on SALDO, but they are
By HOME NEWS STAFF
On Friday, Sept. 25 at 4:40 p.m., emergency responders were dispatched to the area of Pheasant Drive and Valley View Drive in Moore Township for a multi-vehicle collision.
Upon arrival, responders found multiple vehicles involved, including a box truck flipped onto its side.
requesting an additional $9,500. Board member Cynthia Miller stated that the ad hoc committee has completed their part of the project. She reminded everyone that Pennoni had previously agreed they would not bill the township any more than what had been outlined in the contract, which they had taken over from Urban Research, and she
wants them to be more specific about the reason for the additional charge.
It was clarified that Urban Research had made some errors on the zoning map which Pennoni had to correct. Miller suspects that there was more work left to be done than Pennoni anticipat-
The box truck had flammable placards displayed, with drums of a lemon extract-type liquid inside the truck.
It was quickly determined that, although the drums were on their sides, only one had come loose from its packing and all drums were determined to be intact with no leakage.
Out of an abundance of cau-
tion, Northampton County Emergency Management and Lehigh County Special Operations were requested to evaluate the scene.
Crews remained on location to provide safety until the truck could be up-righted, the load secured and safe to travel to the
By HOME NEWS STAFF
Northampton County is proud to announce a major milestone in its Farmland Preservation Program.
On Monday, Sept. 29 at 2 p.m., a ribbon cutting ceremony was held at Unangst Farms in Bath to commemorate the preservation of the county’s 20,000th acre of farmland.
The 51-acre pumpkin patch in Bath officially marks the 20,000th acre of farmland that is preserved in Northampton County.
Unangst’s pumpkin patch,
bought by Roger Unangst last year, borders his preserved tree farm, totalling 230 acres of preserved farmland.
The now-20,000 acres of preserved farmland in the county represent a total of 271 farms.
The celebration brought together county officials, preservation partners and members of the community to recognize this historic achievement and honor the contributions of those who made it possible.
Northampton County looks
ahead to preserving the next 20,000 acres. To continue that preservation, a total of 550 more acres is currently in the process of being preserved.
Blue Moo reopens with familiar favorites and new seasonal specials
By KERI LINDENMUTH
Blue Moo Ice Cream Shop, a beloved destination for sweet treats and homemade pierogies, officially reopened in August under new ownership. The reopening comes a year after the Moore Township restaurant closed following the retirement of original owners Brian and Michelle Crocefoglia.
New owners Brandon and Cheyenne Azzalina, of Saylorsburg, were excited to keep this community staple alive.
“Customers have really missed this place, and it’s so nice to see everyone coming back,” said Cheyenne Azzalina.
The Azzalinas are no strangers to the ice cream business. Cheyenne previously worked for Tim and Wendy Pitts, of Scoopen-
dorf’s in Walnutport, for the better part of high school and college.
“My husband and I were kicking the idea around of opening an ice cream shop for a little while,” Azzalia said. “When we saw Blue Moo was for sale, we thought it was the perfect opportunity to take the jump.”
The restaurant includes all of the familiar favorites customers have come to love over the last decade, along with some new specials sure to become popular picks.
Both hard and soft ice cream are still available, now sourced from Scoopendorf’s, where Azzalina first started her ice cream journey. Flavors include traditional varieties like chocolate, vanilla, and mint chocolate chip,
along with seasonal specials like shoofly pie, apple pie, and pumpkin cheesecake.
So far, Azzalina says the peanut butter flavors, like chocolate peanut butter, vanilla peanut butter, tandycake and peanut butter explosion, have been huge hits. However, with over 30 flavors available at any time, there is sure to be a flavor for every kind of sweet tooth.
Something new the Azzalinas have introduced are monthly sundae specials to help celebrate the flavors of the season. In September, customers enjoyed an apple crisp sundae. During October, a pumpkin cake sundae will be available.
Fresh food items are also back on the menu. Cheesesteaks, hot sandwiches, cold subs and a variety of appetizers, like chicken
fingers, corn nuggets, fries and onion rings, are available to satisfy any craving.
However, homemade pierogies remain Blue Moo’s most popular food item.
Azzalina says plans for a Pierogi Platter are in the works so diners can try a variety of flavors, from traditional potato and cheese to diverse tastes like taco, cheesesteak and mac and cheese. Azzalina also hopes to add seasonal pierogi specials to the menu, like apple pie and a stuffing-turkeycranberry variety for Thanksgiving.
For the Azzalinas, the chance to come up with these fresh, new ideas while connecting with the community is the most rewarding part of the job.
Customers can follow Blue Moo on Facebook at https://
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ed. Board member David Hess said that they should come and explain the situation in person, with which Township Solicitor David Backenstoe was in agreement. They will be invited to appear before supervisors at the next regular meeting, when the township engineer will also be present.
Supervisors authorized Rehrig to sign off on pension amounts for non-uniformed employees and police officers. Rehrig was also given permission to move forward with her applications for gaming grants from Monroe, Northampton and Lehigh counties. She will be seeking $195,000 from Monroe County, and $89,500 from Northampton-Lehigh.
As mentioned at a previous meeting, the township’s pension plan investments are held through Truist, but Truist is divesting itself of that kind of banking. Rehrig presented the board with proposals from a few other places where the township’s money could be moved. After reviewing these, it was agreed that the financial firm of Conrad Siegel was the best choice and the board accepted their proposal. The board next discussed, in light of the recent armed robbery in Cherryville, whether they should follow the example of a few other municipalities and limit the hours of operation for vape and smoke shops. It was noted that the revised comprehensive plan will be addressing this, as it had to be edited to include vape shops, which did not exist when the plan was first written. It was agreed that the board will revisit the topic once they receive the draft of the comprehensive plan. The final closeout audit for the maintenance building has been completed, and the last grant money for the project should arrive by the end of November at the latest.
Township Solicitor David Backenstoe had a few issues to bring before supervisors. Walnutport Solar Partners, LLC, was already approved for their work in the township. However, they are a subsidiary and were recently purchased by another company, who has replaced their letter of credit with cash presented to the township on Sept. 22. At his recommendation, the board authorized Rehrig to release the letter of credit. Backenstoe noted that nothing else about their agreement changes. Backenstoe also informed the
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June Florence Stump June Florence Stump, 92, passed away peacefully on Monday, Sept. 22, 2025 at Fellowship Community - Whitehall Twp. Born in East Allen Township, June was a daughter of the late Robert Stump and Mabel Silfies Stump Remaley (Edelman).
A proud graduate of Nazareth High School, June attended Penn State University in pursuit of her dream to become a librarian. However, her compassionate nature led her to a fulfilling career as a nurse’s aid, where she devoted over 30 years to caring for those in need. June retired in 1998 but continued to touch lives with her warmth and generosity.
A lifelong member of Grace Bible Fellowship, June dedicated herself to her church community, serving as church secretary and embodying the values of kindness and service she held so dear. Her faith was a guiding light in her life, and she found joy in her friendships and activities within the church.
June was a sports fan of Nazareth and Penn State, particularly football and wrestling. Her enthusiasm for these teams brought her much happiness and camaraderie over the years.
She will be dearly missed by many nieces and nephews. June is preceded in death by brothers Howard Stump, Herbert Silfies, Harold Silfies, Earl Remaley and Sherwood Remaley, and sisters Mae Heimer and Gloria Miller.
A Funeral Service was held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025 in the Grace Bible Fellowship Church - 100 E. Beil Ave., Nazareth, PA 18064. Friends and relatives were invited to a viewing
from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Interment followed at St. Peter's Snyder Church Cemetery, Seemsville. Following graveside services a luncheon was held. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at bensingfuneralhome.net. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Inc. - Moorestown/Bath.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to Grace Bible Fellowship Church - 100 E. Beil Ave., Nazareth, PA 18064.
Lynette L. Woodring
Lynette L. Woodring, 83 of Walnutport, Pa., passed away on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025, at her residence. Born Dec. 8, 1941 in Northampton, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Albert Sheckler and Lorraine (Smith) Sheckler. Lynette was the loving wife of the late Roy Woodring.
After graduating from Northampton Area High School, she went to work as a sewing machine operator for multiple mills, most recently, Mary Fashions Manufacturing, retiring with over 20 years of service. Lynette loved to spend her free time knitting, crocheting and reading on her Kindle.
Survivors: son, Terry A. Woodring and wife, Susan, of Coplay, Pa.; daughter, Darlene A. Beagle and companion, Blaise Yavorski, of Swoyersville, Pa.; grandchildren, Zachary Woodring, Albert Beagle and Sharri L. Hurney; great-grandchildren, Natalie Beagle and Abel Hurney; and niece and nephew, Lisa and Billy Sheckler. She was predeceased by a brother, Morris W. Sheckler.
A Funeral Service will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, at Schisler Funeral Home,
Northampton, PA, 18067. The family will receive relatives and friends from 10 a.m. up until the time of service. Interment will follow at St. Peter's U.C.C. Cemetery, Northampton, Pa. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schislerfuneralhomes.com.
Getting Out!
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6th Annual Lehigh Valley VegStock- Saturday, Oct. 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 336 Bushkill St., Tatamy, featuring food, local booze, live music, vendors, kids activities, hay rides and more.
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.
board that Jaindl wants to waive the recreation fees on the water treatment plant being constructed for the Lehigh Township Municipal Authority. Board member Gerald Pritchard objected, noting that Jaindl had already agreed to pay the fees. After some discussion, it was decided that Backenstoe will advise Jaindl that more clarification on the matter is needed, and that the supervisors request a presentation at their next meeting to go over the specifics.
Supervisors then resumed their examination of the 2026 budget, followed by an executive session to discuss personnel matters.
The next Board of Supervisors meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 14 in the municipal building, located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport.
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 Jan-Nov. and first Saturday in Dec., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 121 S. Walnut St., Bath. Tours welcome, volunteers needed, email bathpamuseum@gmail.com or message Bath Museum on Facebook.
Community Dinner at The Table- First and third Tuesdays of the month at 5:30 p.m. at 1769 Newport Ave., Northampton. All are welcome.
Dementia Support Group- Held third Thursday every month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., 2801 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem. Designed for families and caregivers of dementia patients.
East Allen Township Historical Society- Meets third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton.
East Allen Township Open Space and Farmland Preservation Committee- Meets third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. New committee members welcome. Easton Farmers Market- Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Scott Park, Easton.
Gov. Wolf Hist. Society- Tours of historic buildings, grounds and new museum on third Saturday April-Nov. from 1-3 p.m. 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath.
Helping Homeless Veterans- Weave mats for homeless vets every second and fourth Wednesday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prepping for weaving every first and third Wednesday noon to 3 p.m., Mountain View Wesleyan Church, 1001 Deemer Road, Bath. Call 610-837-1190 FMI. Leave message.
Horner's Cemetery Historical Society Tours- As the 250th anniversary of our country approaches, meet the people who contributed to its founding. Tours by appointment. All welcome. Free gift with every tour. Call Peggy at 610-984-4532.
Iglesia Pentecostal Church Food Bank- Open to the public every first and third Monday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2459 E. Scenic Drive, Bath.
Moore Twp. Assoc. for Families in Need- Meets second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church, 2715 Mountain View Drive, Bath.
Morningstar Memory Cafe by Senior Solutions- An opportunity for people with dementia and their care partners to gather for fun, socialization and refreshments; meets second and fourth Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon at Advent Moravian Church, 3730 Jacksonville Road, Bethlehem. For registration, call 610-258-0700.
Nazareth Farmers Market- Open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October in the circle.
Northampton Area Food Bank- Food distribution first three Thursdays from 5-7 p.m. and second and third Saturday 9-11:30 a.m., 1601 Canal St.
Northampton Borough Crime Watch Meeting- Typically held second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Northampton Recreation Center.
Siegfried Railroad Station Museum- Open third Sunday through October from 1-4 p.m., West 21st Street (Route 329), Northampton.
FIRE HYDRANT FLUSHING
Weeks of Oct. 13, 2025 to Oct. 24, 2025
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.
For more information and additional senior centers in Northampton County, visit www.northamptoncounty.org.
Cherryville- Open Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 4131 Lehigh Drive, Cherryville. FMI call 610-767-2977.
Lower Nazareth- Open Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 306 Butztown Road, Bethlehem. FMI call 610-297-3464.
Nazareth- Open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 15 S. Wood St., Nazareth. FMI call 610-759-8255.
Northampton- Open Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 902 Lincoln Ave., Northampton. FMI call 610-262-4977.
October happenings at Northampton Area Public Library
Submitted by VERONICA LAROCHE
As we start to feel crispy weather and crunchy leaves, the Northampton Area Public Library is here for all of you, whether you need a warm spot to finish your homework after school, or you need something new to read. All are welcome.
The Annual Online Auction and the Autumn Basket Social are upon us. The auction begins at 9 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 6 and ends on Sunday, Oct. 12 at 11:59 p.m. We have beautiful artwork, adventures to Eastern State Penitentiary, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, Winterthur and others; and we have tickets to Touchstone Theatre, Civic Theatre of Allentown, and the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival, plus so much more. You can check it out right away at https://napl.tiny. us/Autumnauction2025. On the BetterWorld platform, you need to register to bid, but when you register, you’re able to set your
maximum bid ahead of time and let the platform do most of the work for you.
The Autumn Basket Social takes place on Friday, Oct. 17 from 6-8 p.m. at the Northampton Banquet & Event Center (formerly the Northampton Community Center, and next door to the library). We have around 300 baskets and gift cards to raffle off in all categories, and you can get your tickets at the door for $10 per sheet. It is recommended to take advantage of the presale at the library, however. Presale tickets are four sheets of tickets for $30 through 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 16. Get them before the Jack Frost Parade, and you’ll be all set for the basket social the next day.
Those are not the only exciting things going on in October, though; we have programs starting again. For our kiddos, storytimes will be starting again on Oct. 2.
Lapsit will be held on Mondays
at 10:30 a.m., Toddlers on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. and Preschool on Thursdays at 11 a.m. Family Story Hour is on Oct. 27 at 5:30 p.m. for families with kiddos in preschool and elementary school.
For teens we have two craft kits. Halloween Slime pick-up begins Oct. 6, and Spooky Pom Pom Buddies pick-up begins on Oct. 20. In addition, Miss Mayzi will see you live and in-person on Saturday, Oct. 25 for a STEM Workshop at 2 p.m.; you will be exploding pumpkins…or simple chemicals inside pumpkins. Come out to see which it is.
Last, but never least, our Adult Craft Kit for October is Gothic Picture Frames, which will be available for pick-up on Oct. 13. The following day, Oct. 14 at 6 p.m., we’ll gather for Stitch & Craft at the tables in the library.
On Oct. 20 at 6 p.m., United Healthcare is coming in to present “Medicare and You” during this year’s open enrollment period, but don’t forget to join Lily for Once Upon a Crime on Monday, Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. to discuss Teens Who Kill (not for the faint
of heart). Sugar ‘n’ Spice Romance Book Club is reading “My Roommate is a Vampire” by Jenna Levine for their meetings on Oct. 22 at 1 p.m. or 6 p.m.; choose the time that works best for you. Laid-Back Book Club started on
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Oct. 1 and goes throughout the month. We’re reading “Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club” by Ryan Stradal and meeting via Facebook.
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Allen Township Supervisors approve liquor License for Route 329 convenience store
By KERI LINDENMUTH
A Route 329 convenience store and gas station is looking to expand its offerings with alcoholic slushies. The Allen Township Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the transfer of a liquor license to the property during their Sept. 23 meeting.
Ravi Panchal, the convenience store’s owner, purchased the liquor license from Southside 313, a recently closed bar in Bethlehem. Panchal said customer demand has prompted him to explore options for adding beer and
slushie sales to his operations.
The license Panchal purchased is a restaurant liquor license. Togo food, including sandwiches and fried chicken, is already sold onsite. Panchal plans to add seating for 30 customers to eat and drink in the store to help meet the requirements of the license. Customers will also be able to purchase single cans or six-packs of beer.
The layout of the convenience store will be changed to accommodate the slushie counter and beer sales.
Supervisors asked how Panchal intends to keep underage customers from accessing the alcoholic products. Panchal and his attorney, Joseph Piperato, explained that barriers will be installed to ensure no one under 21 accesses the area. The layout of the store will also be subject to the inspection and approval of the Liquor Control Board.
“They are very strict,” Piperato said.
Supervisors also asked Panchal whether he would have enough parking to handle the additional 50 to 100 daily customers he expects.
Panchal owns a neighboring 1.4-acre lot, which can be used for additional parking, if needed, explained Piperato.
Following Panchal’s testimony, supervisors unanimously approved the liquor license transfer. The future of Panchal’s plan now depends on the approval and regulations of the Liquor Control Board.
In other news, supervisors also approved the final land development plan for Phases 3 and 5 of High Meadow Estates along Cherryville and Spring Hill roads. Phases 1 and 2 of the project were previously approved in 2023 and are currently under construction.
Jonathan Rogers of Keystone Consulting Engineers outlined updates to the plan, including additional sidewalks, an interior walking trail and pedestrian crosswalks. New crosswalk signage will ensure the safety of pedestrians.
Finally, roofing delays were
still a concern for supervisors. Earlier in the month, supervisors rejected a $91,782.35 payment to Mohawk Contracting following significant construction delays. Work on the new municipal building’s roof has yet to be completed. Mohawk has since hired a new subcontractor. However, incorrect materials and poor weather have caused further delays. Despite these issues, Township Manager Ilene Eckhart acknowledged that the new contractors have been “very responsive.”
“The money is there. We are willing to pay the bill, but we want to see the work done,” said Supervisor Dale Hassler.
Because Mohawk Contracting failed to catch the material error during inventory, Hassler motioned to pay half of the balance.
“Why should we reward [them] for paying for something they didn’t control right?”
The outstanding balance will
be paid when the roof is complete, which Eckhart said should be soon.
Additional payments to Albarell Electric ($66,824.26) and the Warko Group ($12,896.78) were also approved.
The next Board of Supervisors meeting will be held Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 6 p.m.
Bath Museum celebrates 25th Anniversary with special guest
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by DIANE LAGER
It was a pleasure to have John Panulla, also known as “JPanTheRailfan,” as our special guest at the Bath Museum’s 25th Anniversary celebration on Saturday, Sept. 20.
John was able to educate a packed crowd by his showing of three episodes of “Follow That Rail,” a video series which ex-
plores the remains of the Lehigh and New England Railroad’s path through Pennsylvania over 60 years ago.
There are 19 episodes to his series and we were honored to have the three episodes pertinent to Bath premiered at our museum.
A question-and-answer session followed.
Salem UCC introduces Crochet/knit fellowship group
By HOME NEWS STAFF
Do you like to crochet and knit? Well, grab your projects, yarn and supplies! Salem UCC in Bath is introducing a crochet/ knit fellowship group that will meet the second Tuesday of each month.
The first meeting will be held Tuesday, Oct. 14 from 9:45 to 11:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall at the church, located at 2218 Community Drive.
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Two victims were transported by EMS to a local hospital, and two others refused EMS transport and opted to drive privately to the hospital.
The accident is under investigation by the Moore Township Police Department.
All roads were reopened at 10
Coffee, tea and light refreshments will be provided. There will be tables and chairs set up, but you’re more than welcome to bring your cushion if you prefer.
For more information or if you are interested in attending, contact group organizer Deb Loch at 610-739-2141or email lochygirl58@gmail.com.
All are welcome to attend and join this fellowship group.
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Klecknersville Fire Company and Klecknersville EMS were assisted by: Bath Firefighters and Police, Northampton Regional EMS, Northampton County EMA, Moore Township EMA, Lehigh County Special Operations, East Allen Fire Police, Lehigh Township Fire Police, Allen Township Fire Company, PennDOT, Arthofer’s Towing and Fast Lane Towing.
Soup collection in Bath during October
By HOME NEWS STAFF
During the entire month of October, cans of soup may be dropped off at Bath Borough Hall, located at 121 S. Walnut St.
All soup collections will benefit the Bath Area Food Bank.
Donations can be dropped off Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Other drop-off arrangements can be made by calling the borough office at 610-837-6525. For more information, email mayor@boroughofbath.org.
Horner’s Cemetery announces 297th Anniversary
Celebration of the Craig Settlement with special guests
Submitted by Peggy Moser
The 297th Anniversary of the Craig Settlement is being held at Horner’s Cemetery Historical Society on Sunday, Oct. 12 from 1-3 p.m., located at 4965 NorBath Blvd. in Northampton (Rt. 329), behind God’s Missionary Church.
The Craig family arrived in the area 297 years ago. With friends
they started a settlement and formed the county’s first continuous congregation (1730) and built the first continuous church by name, and cemetery. They helped frame the Constitution and Continental Congress. They helped in the American Revolution. Their own church chaplain, Rev. John Rosbrough, fought beside the men
of his congregation. After he was captured and killed, he was the first cleric to die in that war.
If you want to know more about local historical societies, please join our special guests from local historical societies who will talk and answer questions. In case of rain, the celebration will be held Sunday, Oct. 19.
Please call Peggy at 610-9844532 with any questions.
in
Suspicious vehicle, Cherryville
Rd. and W. 27th St. Report of a suspicious vehicle.
Assist person in the 1800 block
SEPTEMBER 15
Traffic stop, E. 4th St. and Howertown Rd., and Laubach Ave. and Hudson Ct. Traffic stops were conducted.
Non-reportable accident, Cherryville Rd. and Held Dr. involving two vehicles.
Check area, Greenview Dr. and Culver St. Request to check the area.
EMS ambulance assist in the 2200 block of Siegfried Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.
SEPTEMBER
16
Traffic stop in the 1700 block of Main St., Station Alley and Osbourne Alley, and Main St. and E. 21st St. Traffic stops were conducted.
EMS ambulance assist in the 1600 block of Washington Ave. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.
Suspicious person in the 200 block of E. 21st St., and W. 25th St. and Cherryville Rd. Reports of a suspicious male.
Check person/welfare in the 1700 block of Main St. Request to check the welfare of a male.
Disturbance
the 1300 block of Stewart St. Report of a disturbance.
NAZARETH AREA
Memorial Library of Nazareth and Vicinity
Announces October events
Submitted by JILL SILVIUS
October is a busy month at the Memorial Library of Nazareth and Vicinity. It kicks off with the annual Touch-a-Truck Festival at Bushkill Township Recreation Fields on Saturday, Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Enjoy 50+ exhibiting vehicles, food trucks, a braiding bar, free haircuts for children, Boy Scout demos and a helicopter. See www.nazarethlibrary.org to purchase tickets. Day-of tickets will also be available at the festival, which is held rain-or-shine.
Adults are invited to a free workshop on Oct. 9 at 6:15 p.m., when Admissions Advisor and Academic Coach Allison Berger of Limitless Paths will share in-
formation about deadlines, the common app, grants, scholarships, trade schools and gap years.
Also, staff and members of the Board have scheduled their next 100th Anniversary planning meeting for Oct. 14 at 7 p.m., to solicit ideas from the public about how best to recognize, celebrate and honor both the history and the future of the library. No registration is required.
And, on Oct. 17, the Cookery and Conversation Club will meet at 1 p.m. to share “secret ingredient” treats made from library cookbook recipes.
Teens are welcome to register for a “crafternoon” on Oct. 15 at 5 p.m. to craft super cute mini-broomsticks as a Halloween
decoration. All materials will be provided.
In addition to drop-in storytimes (no registration required) and new sensory storytimes (registration required), the children’s department has three very special October events. The Junior Friends of the Library are hosting a Hogwarts Halloween Party on Oct. 14 at 6 p.m. Kids of all ages are invited to enjoy butterbeer, games and a craft. Costumes are encouraged.
On Oct. 23 at 6 p.m., staff from the Zoellner Center for the Arts will present “Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus Storytime.”
And, on Oct. 28 at 6 p.m., families are invited to come in costumes for Halloween stories,
songs, a parade around the library and free ice cream from the Fidelity Ice Cream Truck.
For programs above, please register via the library’s website calendar, unless noted otherwise.
Also, the Friends of the Library are holding a Fall Book Sale. Donation drop-off dates are Oct. 7-8 and 14-15, with sale dates of Oct. 23-25.
The library is collecting items for veterans at Gracedale Nursing Home beginning Oct. 11. Contact the library for a list of requested items.
Last, the library is looking for donations of gift cards and certificates, merchandise and wrapped gift baskets for this year’s annual holiday basket raffle. Please drop off donations by Oct. 17 at the library, labeled with your name, contact info and basket contents (if applicable).
See you at the library.
Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 5-11,
To address lithium-
Ion battery risks And ways to Minimize them
Submitted by LORRAINE CARLI
Most of the electronics in our homes — smartphones, tablets, power and lawn tools, laptops, ecigarettes, headphones, and toys, to name just a few — are powered by lithium-ion batteries. However, if not used correctly or damaged,
lithium-ion batteries can overheat and start a fire or explode. In response to these potential risks, the National Fire Protection Association®– the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week™ for more than 100 years – has announced “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home” as the theme for Fire Prevention Week, which is Oct. 5-11.
“Lithium-ion batteries are powerful, convenient, and they’re just about everywhere,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of Outreach and Advocacy at NFPA. “Making sure the public knows how to use them safely is critical to minimizing the potential risks they pose.”
According to NFPA, devices powered by lithium-ion batteries are largely used without incident. However, reports of fires and explosions involving lithium-ion batteries have been on the rise in recent years, reinforcing the importance of better educating the public about how to use, handle and recycle them safely.
This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme, “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” provides the information, guidance, and resources needed to buy, charge and dispose of/recycle lithium-ion batteries safely, with a focus on the following messages: Buy only listed products
• When buying a product that uses a lithium-ion battery, take time to research it. Look for a stamp from a nationally recognized testing lab on the packaging and product, which means that it meets established safety standards.
• Many products sold online and in stores may not meet safety standards and could increase the risk of fire.
Suburban Darts
Week 4
In the ‘battle’ for 1st place, St. Paul’s moved closer to 1st place Dry land by beating 12-6 and 6-1, losing the ‘nightcap’ 8-4. Leading the charge for St. Paul’s were Dave Clark and Jennifer Erkinger each going 7 for 12, the ‘Kern Brothers’ going 7 for 13 apiece, and Paul Simon hitting a 5 way cycle for the night (B,1B,2B,3B, and HR) for the night. Larry Go lick was 8 for 13, Earl Sigely 6 for 14 (HR), Dennis Skelton 5 for 12, Nate Phares 5 for 13 (HR), and Karen Krome with a HR for Dryland.
Farmersville moved into a tie for 2nd place with St. Paul’s by ‘sweeping past’ Blessed Trinity by scores of 6-0, 3-1, and 3-2. Hitters for Farmersville included Sue Grim 5 for 11, Gene Grim 4 for 12 (HR), and Dan Halteman 4 for 12, while Andy Mickelson was 5 for 12, Todd Jones and Norm Schoenberger both were 3 for 11 for Blessed Trinity.
In other action, after a 6-3 loss in the ‘opener to Christ UCC, Star of Bethlehem came back to win 2-1 and 6-1. Top hitters for Star of Bethlehem were Breanna Frankenfield 5 for 10, Ron Frankenfield 5 for 12, Scott Hoffert 4 for 11 and Tyler Frankenfield 4 for 13(2 HR’s). For Christ UCC, A. J. Renn 6 for 12, Susan Gasper 5 for 9, and Dennis Laudenslager with a HR.
The final match finds Ebenezer beating Emmanuel 5-3 and 7-5, losing the ‘opener’ 3-0. Leading the way for Ebenezer were Joe Kish 6 for 12, Katie Mclann 3 for 5, Tori Enright 3 for 7 (HR), and
HR’s from John Costanzo and Tim Prestosh. Jon Rice was 6 for 13, Al Nesbitt 3 for 10 (HR), and Tracy Dormedia with a HR for Emmanuel.
Charges filed In Northampton County TikTok Challenge Resulting in Death
By HOME NEWS STAFF
Northampton County District
Attorney Stephen Baratta announced in a media release last week his approval of charges in two separate cases involving drivers attempting to replicate dangerous TikTok challenges using an automobile.
Social media challenges are trends where users create and share videos of themselves and others performing a specific action designed to both entertain and encourage others to attempt the challenge on their own.
Many of these “challenges” are benign and not unsafe, such as dance, lip-sync or athletic challenges.
However, detailed in the District Attorney’s media release,
recently Northampton County has had two criminal investigations involving “dangerous and reckless” use of an automobile to create what are known as “stunt” challenges. The District Attorney’s office stresses the importance for the public to understand that such challenges have real-life consequences, creating significant risk for participants and sometimes even bystanders.
In one case, involuntary manslaughter charges were brought against a male juvenile driver regarding a challenge held in the early morning hours on June 1 in the Freedom High School parking lot. The 17-year-old driver used a rope to tie an upside-down folding table to the back of his
automobile and then pulled that table through the parking lot while a juvenile male friend (age 17) “rode” sitting on top of the table. While the driver operated his vehicle, the friend sitting on top of the table was whipped into another parked vehicle, resulting in his death.
In the other incident, on March 18, a 19-year-old female driver operated her vehicle while her 20-year-old female friend stood on top of the trunk. The TikTok challenge involved the friend “surfing” on the back of the moving vehicle as it was driven through the Park and Ride parking lot on William Penn Highway in Bethlehem Township. The friend was thrown from the mov-
ing vehicle, receiving catastrophic head injuries that will be permanent in nature.
According to the media release, the investigations suggest that neither of these young drivers were involved in “criminogenic thinking,” meaning they “were not planning to injure their victims.” However, in both incidents, “the actions of these drivers were so grossly negligent and reckless that it constituted a criminally culpable state of mind.”
Both defendants were wellknown to the families of the victims, had no prior criminal
Church Directory
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The Home News Church Directory is an alphabetical listing of community churches and synagogues. If you would like to make a change to your listing below, please email it to: cstroh@homenewspa.com or call 610-923-0382. The Church Directory is always available on our website at www.HomeNewsPA.com.
ASSUMPTION BVM PARISH, Northampton. 610-262-2559
Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Mass 8 a.m., Tues. –Mass 8 a.m., Wed. – Mass 8 a.m., Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri.– Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4 p.m.
ASSUMPTION OF THE VIRGIN MARY UKRAINIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, Northampton. 610-262-2882
Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. 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.
The Classifieds
Deadline: Monday at 12 Noon | Phone: 610-923-0382 | E-mail:
The Fair Housing Act prohibits housing discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability. It is illegal to deny housing to families with children under 18 years of age unless the housing qualifies as housing for older persons.
There will be no refunds after a classified advertisement is placed and paid. If an ad runs erroneously at the fault of the paper, we will offer a complimentary ad in the next edition of the publication.
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LABORER/TRUCK DRIVER
RUMMAGE SALE At Nazareth Moravian Church (On the circle) Friday, Oct. 10 from 3 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (bag sale and half-price sale begins Saturday at 9 a.m.) Kitchen Open – Take Out Only (10/2)
Septic company looking for laborer or truck driver. Call Henry at 484-764-6351. Located in Nazareth. (10/2) ORGANIZE U BOOKKEEPING Are You: Always on the run? Receipts everywhere? Affordable flat monthly fee for all businesses End this year organized FMI 484-725-9750 www.organizeubookkeeping. com (10/23)
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NAZARETH PLATE
GLASS CO., INC.
27 Mauch Chunk St., Nazareth, Pa. Harvey vinyl replacement windows, storm windows & screens repaired, insulated glass, shower doors, plexiglass, mirrors, repairs made at your home. Free estimates. Commercial customers welcome. Call 610-759-3682. Closed Saturdays. (10/2)
• Siding • Fascia & Soffit • No Streaking Shingle. Free Estimates & Fully Insured. Where Service & Quality Counts! PA#089829. 610-837-7508. (10/2)
FALL BAZAAR
Saturday, Oct. 11 from 9 a.m. to noon at Christ UCC-Little Moore, 913 S. Mink Rd., Danielsville. Free goody bag to first 20 adults and five children. Featuring homemade apple dumplings and baked goods, white elephant, handmade crafts, home canned items and more. Kitchen will be open, food will be available to go. (10/2)
FIND N SEEK
SPONSORS
Calling all businesses- The Home News is currently seeking sponsors for our popular Find N Seek contest. Want your logo in the paper and customers walking through your door, for free? Contact us today! Call 610-923-0382 or email cstroh@ homenewspa.com. (10/2)
PHOTOS
The Home News is seeking photos for the October photo of the month contest. The theme is “Fall Foliage.” Email your fall foliage photos to cstroh@homenewspa.com along with your name, description of photo, date and location taken. Deadline is Monday, Oct. 27. The winner will be featured in the Oct. 30 issue of The Home News. (10/23)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of ELMINDA RIVERA, Late of the City of Bethlehem, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, Deceased.
Letters Testamentary to the above Estate having been granted the undersigned, all persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having legal claims to present the same without delay to:
Vidal Rivera, Jr. Executor 425 West 4th Street Bethlehem, PA 18015
Gary Neil Asteak, Esquire 726 Walnut Street Easton, PA 18042 (9/18-10/2)
LEHIGH TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE
The Lehigh Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 6 p.m. to hear the following appeal. The hearing will be held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA 18088.
EUROMEDICS LLC
The applicant, EuroMedics LLC, 3851 Main Road East, Emmaus, Pa. 18049, has filed an application for special exception approval for the expansion of a nonconforming use at 4341 West Mountain View Drive, Walnutport, Pa. 18088. The applicant intends to expand the current use of automobile sales to include restoration, recondition and service of European clas-
sic automobiles. The applicant is requesting special exception approval for the expansion of a nonconforming use subject to the criteria in Zoning Ordinance Chapter 180-110, or alternatively, a use variance from the limitations of Section 180-16(B), permitted uses. The restoration and reconditioning of motor vehicles is not a permitted use in an A/RR zoning district. The parcel I.D. No. is H2-18-2-0516 and is located in the Agriculture/ Rural Residential Zoning District.
Meetings are open to the public and all interested parties are welcome to attend and will have an opportunity to be heard.
The Bushkill Township Zoning Hearing Board has scheduled a meeting for Wednesday October 15, 2025, to hold a public hearing, beginning at 6:30 PM, in the Bushkill Township Office Meeting Room, 1114 Bushkill Center Road, Nazareth, Pennsylvania to hear the following Appeals:
ZHB APPEAL # 2025-13
Morningstar Senior Living is requesting a special exception approval for a use not specifically regulated (Sec. 104.B) for five single family senior living units on one lot at W. Beil Ave near Bushkill Center Road, located in the Rural Residential Zoning district of Bushkill Township.
ZHB APPEAL # 2025-14
Jeffrey Caulfield is requesting a Variance approval to allow for a second “In-law suite”, which will include one suite within the dwelling and one suite within an existing accessory structure. The Zoning Ordinance only permits one In-law suite per dwelling (Sec.505, 405.R.6). The property is located at 911 Gove Road, within the Rural Residential Zoning district of Bushkill Township.
BUSHKILL TOWNSHIP
ZONING HEARING BOARD
Todd E. Weidman, Zoning Officer (9/25 & 10/2)
PUBLIC NOTICE OF ORDINANCE
The Council of the Borough of Northampton will consider the following Ordinance No. 1241, at its public workshop meeting that will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 7:00 P.M., in the Municipal Building, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF NORTHAMPTON, COUNTY OF NORTHAMPTON, COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, REPEALING AND REPLACING §234-38 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES, PROVIDING FOR THE REGULATION OF HANDICAPPED PARKING SPACES.
(9/25 & 10/2)
PUBLIC HEARING LOWER NAZARETH TOWNSHIP
The Board of Supervisors of Lower Nazareth Township, Northampton County, Pennsylvania, will conduct Public Hear-
ing and consider enactment of the following proposed Ordinance at its Regular Meeting on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 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 OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LOWER NAZARETH, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, ESTABLISHING THE RATE OF COMPENSATION FOR NEWLY-ELECTED SUPERVISORS CONSISTENT WITH THE RESULTS OF THE 2020 CENSUS AND ACT 94 OF 2024.
Copies of the proposed Ordinance are available for public inspection or may be obtained 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.
GARY NEIL ASTEAK, ESQUIRE LOWER NAZARETH TOWNSHIP SOLICITOR 726 Walnut Street Easton, PA 18042 (10/2)
PLAINFIELD TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE
The Plainfield Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. to hear the following appeal. The hearing will be held at the Plainfield Township Municipal Building located at 6292 Sullivan Trail, Nazareth, PA 18064.
DANIEL & MARTHA ZAVALA
The applicants/owners of 1799 Pen Argyl Road, Pen Argyl, PA 18072 have filed an application for an interpretation or variance in the alternative to construct a new 40’ x 80’ pole building for the storage of landscaping trucks, trailers, and other equipment in conjunction with a home occupation. The applicants are requesting the following, an interpretation or variance in the alternative of Section 27-316.2 WW(2) (g) -No-Impact Home-Based Business, Section 27-318.3.F – Home Occupation, and Section 27-305.5 B(19) – Accessory Uses. The parcel I.D. No. is F8-8-2D-0626 and is located in the Farm and Forest Zoning District.
Meetings are open to the public and all interested parties are welcome to attend and will have an opportunity to be heard.
Elizabeth Amato, Plainfield Township Zoning Officer (10/2 & 10/9)
MEETING NOTICE
The Lehigh Twp Board of Supervisors meeting scheduled for Oct. 14th will be starting at 6:00 p.m. with the 2026 Budget being the first item on the agenda. The regular agenda items will begin at the conclusion of the budget portion. The meeting will be held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Bldg, 1069 Municipal Rd, Walnutport, Pa. All meetings are open to the public.
Alice A. Rehrig, Manager (10/2)
PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that Airlite Plastics Company, located at 2860 Bath Pike, Nazareth, PA 18064 made an application
to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to request authorization to discharge industrial stormwater under a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) individual permit. The receiving stream for the proposed permit area is the Unnamed Tributary to East Branch Monocacy Creek which has a designated use of HQ-CWF. A copy of the application will be available for public inspection at the Upper Nazareth Township office. Written comments, objections, or a request for an informal conference and/or public hearing may be submitted to the DEP Northeast Region, 2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701, 570-826-2511 by November 22, 2025, and must include the person’s name, address, phone number, and a brief statement as to the nature of the objection(s).
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cerns
Several residents testified against the business, describing a quality of life that has been negatively impacted since the onset of 2025.
“It is very traumatic,” said Nancy Tauschman, witness for the township. Tauschman, whose backyard faces the property, spoke of fumes, eye irritation, disturbing noises and even rodents. “I cannot go out in my yard…open my windows…sit on my porch. We are like prisoners in our home.”
“[The air] smells rotten. Sour,” she continued. “There are a lot of chemical smells.”
Over 40 photos and videos of the property were exhibited during the hearing. They showed piles of debris in the open, including construction materials, wires, furniture, mattresses and shingles. Photos also showed standing water on the property, debris in neighboring yards, and smoke or dust rising from the property. Videos exhibited showed a large excavator moving debris between piles and dumpsters. Another video, taken in the evening, showed a rodent on a neighboring property.
Nicholas Takacs, of Walker Drive, also testified on behalf of the township.
Starting in 2025, he testified that machinery noises would start as early as 7:30 a.m., measuring 95 to 100 decibels.
“The noise is constant,” he said. “It is a nuisance… I should be able to sit down and relax.”
“It is a disaster,” said George Dayoub of Walker Drive. A resident of the neighborhood for 10 years, Dayoub testified that the business previously on the property ran a “clean operation.” Now, he said, the property contains “piles and piles of trucks, trailers and debris.”
Donna Banko, of McNair Drive, said the noise creates vibrations that “feel like an earthquake.”
Gregory Frame, also of McNair Drive, said there are “dust clouds everywhere.”
Kerrigan acknowledged that the business faced issues in April and May of this year, during which time he said the majority of the pictures shown were taken. He said high winds closed landfills, which meant debris backed up on his property. Now, he said, the business has back-up plans to prevent this situation from recurring. He said an exterminator on the property saw no instance of infestation, and that the only violation he recalls receiving from the township is one for high weeds. When asked about an Air Quality Violation received from the DEP, he testified that he did not remember receiving it.
“We will do whatever we can to make [residents] happy,” he said. “[This] could have been resolved if they would have spoken to us.”
He added that the township rejected his proposal for a permanent spraying system to eliminate dust and that no waste has been outside the building since April.
Operations Continue, With Conditions
“We are all adults here,” Dashuta said, before announcing the board’s decision, a 3-0 vote in favor of American Disposal. Dashuta added that new efforts to clean up operations could help remediate relations between the business and its neighbors.
These conditions include a minimum 8-foot fence along the perimeter of the property, to be installed within 30 days. No holes or gaps should be visible.
To limit noise, all sorting must be done inside a building. This will eliminate the ability to use the large excavator seen in the township’s videos. No dumping may be done outside in an effort to eliminate dust. And no material may be visible above the fence. All dumpsters, whether full or empty, must be tarped.
Records must be updated to show that all materials that enter the property are removed from the property within five days.
Finally, operating hours will be strictly limited to 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 7 a.m. until noon on Saturdays. Dashuta made it clear that any violations may result in further action, up to, potentially, eminent domain.
“We are not going to stop you,” Dashuta said. “You can continue. But let’s make everyone happy who lives in the township.”
“Let’s move forward, let’s make friends,” he added, pointing to residents. “These are our neighbors.”
Bath Bowling
Broken Tackle (1)
Ed Zupko 689 (243-223-223)
Paul Berkowitz 608 (204-228)
Shawn Carraghan 580 (235-202)
Butch Riddle 569 (232)
Maxx Amusements (3)
Earl Holland Jr 646 (257-200)
Earl Holland Sr 573 (253)
Rice Family (0)
Chris Reeser 567 (202)
Dale Fye 545 (204-206)
Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering (4)
Ty Pagotto 634 (214-231)
Terry Bartholomew 573 (201)
Ed Musselman 561 (218)
Gerald Bartholomew 516
Bath Supply (3)
Frank Donchez 627 (248)
Steve Kerbacher 624 (233)
Rich Marzen 543 (206)
Suzie Jacobs 454
Daku Auto Body (1)
Shawn Trone 692 (243-258)
Marc Beichey 644 (257)
Al Davidson 567 (201)
Bob Faustner 501 (204)
Wire Done Right (0)
Charlie Amore 632 (206-246)
Wyatt Davidson 513 (224)
TWL (4)
Lee Hilbert 645 (227-237)
Bob Davidson III 554 (219
Bob Davidson Jr 539
Frank Pavolov 536 (204)
Ben Bogdan 512 (245)
Bath Industrial Bowling League
Week No. 5
Standings
Team Won Lost Morning Would Pub 18 2
G&L Sign Factory 11 9
Shafer Landscap. 11 9
Moore Powersp. 10 10
Palmer Trophy & Awards 10 10
D&R Precision Machine 9 11
Schisler
Funeral Home 7 13
WTF 4 16
Moore Powersports - 1
Ed Taylor 570(199)
Brad Stuckey 557(215)
Scott Freibolin 565(213)
Mark Janda 389
Milt Kelly 499
Shafer Landscaping - 3
Joe Schwartz 306
Mark Flamisch 558(202)
Jeff Lear 468
Marty Csencsits 529(179)
Matt Paulus 610(214,237)
G&L Sign Factory - 4
Paul Duda 558(195)
Don Schoeffling 373
Gary Gower 539(197)
Anthony Gable 691(222,258)
Jason Eberts 534(197)
WTF - 0
James Mandarino 420
Shawn Kulick 522(187)
Robert Kulick 472
Donald Everitt 416
John Schwartz 566(209)
D&R Precision Machine - 1
Travis Remaly 505(206)
Dave Roman 555(223)
Rick Dilley 492
Josh Horninger 477
Butch Post 547(194)
Palmer Trophy - 3
Joey Mandarino 687(230,235)
Tristan Post 417
Butch Holland 454
Chris Hoops 509(185)
Jim Bendekovitz 651(225,243)
Schisler Funeral Home - 1
Don Arndt 496
Adam Schisler 505(186)
Steve Glesias 594(242
Paul Durnin 431
Noah Durnin 688(256,236)
Mourning
Would on Stump - 3
Mike Fox 628(215,224
Earl Holland Jr 700(279,222
David Betz 580(227)
Chris Benner 627(203,224)
Terry Heckman 555(b)
Battery risks
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Charge devices safely
• Always use the cables that come with the product to charge it. Also, charge the device in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• If you need a new charger, buy one from the manufacturer or one that the manufacturer has approved.
• Charge your device on a hard surface. Don’t charge it under a pillow, on a bed, or on a couch. This could cause a fire.
• Don’t overcharge your device. Unplug it or remove the battery when it’s fully charged.
Dispose of/recycle batteries responsibly
• Don’t throw lithium-ion batteries in the trash or regular recycling bins because they could catch fire.
• Recycling your device or battery at a safe battery recycling location is the best way to dispose of them. Visit www.call2recycle.org to find a recycling spot near you.
Fire Prevention Week is celebrated throughout North America every October and is the oldest U.S. public health observance on record. For more than 100 years, Fire Prevention Week has worked to educate people about the risk of home fires and ways to minimize them. Local fire departments, schools and community organizations play a key role in bringing Fire Prevention Week to life in their communities each year and spreading basic but critical fire safety messages.
To learn more about Fire Prevention Week and this year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: LithiumIon Batteries in Your Home,” visit fpw.org.
Additional Fire Prevention Week resources for children, caregivers and educators can be found at sparky.org and sparkyschoolhouse.org.
Finally, our Library Board Meeting is on Oct. 23 at 6:30 p.m. and our Friends of NAPL Meeting is on Oct. 28 at 7 p.m.; all are welcome to join or observe. Don’t forget that Tech Tutoring is available to anyone who’d like a little extra help by appointment. Marty and Dylan are patient, friendly and ready to help.
Last, the library will be closing at 5 p.m. on Oct. 16 for the Jack Frost Parade; have fun and be safe.
arrest occurring or a complaint being filed is an accusation, and any person charged is presumed innocent.
Questions can be directed to the Northampton County Office of the District Attorney.
of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist a male.
SEPTEMBER 17
Check person/welfare in the 1300 block of Stewart St. Request to check the welfare of a female.
Non-reportable accident, Czapp Ave. and Newport Ave., and the 600 block of Main St. Reports of accidents involving two vehicles.
Juvenile problem, Smith Ln. Report of a juvenile issue.
Traffic stop, E. 23rd St. and Siegfried Ave. A traffic stop was
conducted.
Civil matter in the 2000 block of Main St. Report of a civil issue.
assist EMS with the transport of a male.
record and the families of the victims are not calling out for incarceration. The Northampton County Office of the District Attorney has assured both families that incarceration is not being sought. However, the families are seeking accountability.
As detailed in the media release: “Therefore, on behalf of these victims and their families, we publicize these charges to warn the general public and, in particular, our youth, that all who engage in dangerous and criminally reckless behavior that result in serious injury to others, even where the injury was not expected or planned, will be held accountable.”
As in every criminal case, an
NORTHAMPTON COUNTY 2025 HALLOWEEN PARADES AND TRICK-OR-TREAT DATES
By SAVANNAH BROWN
HALLOWEEN PARADES
Bangor – Thursday, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. at Bangor Park.
Bath – Tuesday, Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. (rain date Oct. 22). Starts at Broad Street and Main Street, ends at Route 987 and Barrall Avenue.
Catasauqua/North Catasauqua – Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. (rain date Oct. 29). Parade begins at Walnut and 14th streets.
City of Bethlehem – 104th annual parade on Sunday, Oct. 26 at 2 p.m. on West Broad and Main streets.
Easton/Phillipsburg – 43rd annual parade on Sunday, Oct. 26 at 3 p.m. starting on McKeen Street in Phillipsburg and ending at Centre Square Easton.
Hellertown – Sunday, Oct. 19 at 2 p.m. (rain or shine).
Nazareth – Saturday, Oct. 18 at 1 p.m. (rain or shine) starting at Belvidere and Liberty streets.
Northampton Jack Frost – 76th annual parade on Thursday, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. (rain date Oct. 23).
Northern Lehigh (Slatington/Walnutport) – 116th annual parade on Saturday, Oct. 25 at 5 p.m. starting at the bus loop behind Slatington Elementary School.
TRICK OR TREAT
Allen Township – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Bangor Borough – Sunday, Oct. 26 from 2-5 p.m.
Bath Borough – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Bethlehem City – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Bethlehem Township – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Bushkill Township – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Catasauqua Borough – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Chapman Borough – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-7 p.m.
East Allen Township – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
East Bangor Borough – Sunday, Oct. 26 from 2-5 p.m.
Easton City – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Forks Township – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Freemansburg Borough – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Glendon Borough – N/A
Hanover Township – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Hellertown Borough – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Lehigh Township –Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Lower Mount Bethel
Township – Sunday, Oct. 26 from 4-6 p.m.
Lower Nazareth Township – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Lower Saucon Township – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Moore Township – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Nazareth Borough – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Northampton Borough – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
North Catasauqua Borough – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Palmer Township – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Pen Argyl Borough – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Plainfield Township – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Portland Borough – Saturday, Oct. 25 from 4-6 p.m.
Roseto Borough – Sunday, Oct. 26 from 2-4 p.m.
Stockertown Borough – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Tatamy Borough – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Upper Mount Bethel Township – Sunday, Oct. 26 from 2-5 p.m.
Upper Nazareth Township – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Walnutport Borough – Wednesday, Oct. 29 from 6-8 p.m.
Washington Township – Sunday, Oct. 26 from 2-5 p.m.
West Easton Borough – Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.
