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Let me begin by wishing everyone a Happy, Healthy & Prosperous New Year!

As we begin 2015, we do so knowing that this year will be one of continuing to grow and improve Panorama Community Magazine both for our readers and vital advertisers. You can expect to see many new and innovative ideas becoming the norm here at the magazine. I encourage our reader’s to provide us with feedback as often as possible. This helps us to improve upon our 33 year old magazine.

Panorama Community Magazine always focuses on positive stories so with that in mind, I would like to share a beautiful human interest story. Something very heartwarming happened to my family the day before Thanksgiving. If you may recall, it was a cold, snowy, blustery day; certainly not the kind of weather anyone would choose to be out in.

The morning began as it usually does with my daughter, Patty, arriving at work at 9am.

She was sitting at her desk when she heard a faint little meow coming from somewhere.

After searching the building with no success, the cries became louder and the kitten sounded distressed. She followed the cries outside and around the building to find the tiniest little kitten on the basement window ledge just below her office window surrounded by two feet of ice cold water with no way out. It was apparent that the kitten could have not gotten to that ledge alone; clearly someone placed it there. The poor kitten was scared, almost frozen and lifeless. Scooping up the tiny, approximately 4 week old black and

white kitten, she ran inside and quickly gathered anything she could fine to get it warm.

It wasn’t long before calling reinforcements. Shortly after Sandy and I arrived with food, kitten milk and receiving blankets. We couldn’t believe how tiny this little cutie was and the thought that she may not survive worried us. She was unable to lift her head yet alone stand on her own. Sandy and Patty fed her kitten milk with an eye dropper, every 2 hours and kept her bundled up in warm receiving blankets throughout the day.

With the Thanksgiving weekend ahead, what were we to do with this kitten? After all, it had to eat every couple of hours and watched closely as it didn’t appear it was going to make it. Sandy offered to take the kitten home to try and nurse it back to health. For ten hours she fed the kitten with an eye dropper and carried it to the litter box. After a day, the kitten was coming back to life! She was eating on her own, using the litter box and after a few days playing with all the energy a little kitten should have.

On Monday, Sandy brought the kitten back to the office. A long way from the starving and frozen kitten just 5 days earlier, it was

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running around the office and playing with everything as if nothing was ever wrong.

Within fifteen minutes our Production Supervisor, Joan Palmer, fell in love. It looked like a match made in Heaven! This loveable tiny kitten had found its forever home. We were so excited! Pictures were being taken and this kitty seemed to have known that Joan was its new mommy!

After having the kitten home, Joan and her husband Larry, took the kitten to the vet for a check-up just to make sure it was healthy as they have other pets at home. Miss Penny Palmer was given a clean bill of health at 1.5 pounds and estimated at 8 weeks old.

We are happy to report that Penny is doing great and up to 2 pounds already. She is trying to assert her independence with the other Palmer family pets, Miles, the cat and Blondie, the dog.

—Larry Collum, CEO/Publisher

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Neuropathy And Increased Risk Of Falling

by Ting Oh, PT, Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers Peripheral neuropathy affects 20 million Americans and is more common amongst seniors. Seniors are also at risk of falling with around 33% falling every year with many suffering serious, life changing injuries. Research has found a link between the 2 and according to The Neuropathy Association “several studies now link peripheral nerve disorders to postural instability and falling.”

Peripheral neuropathy is a disorder of the nerves in your extremities. There are many forms of neuropathy with the most common being diabetic neuropathy which affects 60% of people with diabetes. Other common forms include nerve compressions from back problems and due to circulation problems.

Although the exact cause of neuropathy is not known, it is thought decreased nutrition due to circulatory and metabolic issues may be a large contributing factor. People with neuropathy will usually complain of pain, burning, numbness and tingling in the hands and legs. If that is not bad enough, it can also be accompanied by swelling, stiffness and muscle weakness. These are all risk factors that make people with peripheral neuropathy at risk of falling.

Current treatment for peripheral neuropathy is centered on medication which may help the pain and numbness. Not many people realize there is also treatment that may help reduce the compressive forces on the nerves and may help the circulation and nerve function.

At FYZICAL Therapy and Balance Centers of Hazleton, peripheral neuropathy can be treated through our whole body approach.

Treatment is centered on the Rebuilder system that is designed to control pain, improve circulation and stimulate normal nerve function. It stimulates the muscle pump action for circulation and provides nerve stimulation at

a frequency that encourages normal nerve impulses. It is also noninvasive which means less risk of side effects. When combined with our hands on techniques to help with soft tissue tightness and exercises for mobility and strength, many of our clients feel relief of their symptoms and can then work to improve their balance.

Being a Balance Center, our clients are able to work on their balance in our Safety Overhead harness System (SOS) so they can challenge their balance without the risk or fear of falling. This allows them to practice tasks they would normally be hesitant to, which is the key to improvement.

Peripheral neuropathy is a condition with many problems and falling is a serious one.

Having your neuropathy treated can help prevent falls especially in the winter. This

can improve your quality of life, minimize your risk of serious injury and suffering a life changing event.

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Avoid These 5 Common Exercise Excuses: Don’t Let Them Stop You From Staying Fit In 2015 Information provided by the Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton This is the year. You’ve promised yourself you will get in shape – and stay there. To help you keep your promise, Health and Wellness Center at Hazleton fitness center supervisor and exercise physiologist Joe Stanavage offers these excuse-busters: • Excuse 1: I’m overwhelmed and don’t know where to start. All that gym equipment may be intimidating. So if you’re overwhelmed, simply ask a professional. Most gyms have someone at the front desk that can help. At the Health and Wellness Center at Hazleton fitness center, exercise physiologists and trainers will demonstrate specific movements, help you adjust exercise machines, and develop a fitness program tailored to your individual abilities and goals.

Another idea: Take an instructor-led exercise class (yoga or Zumba) to get started.

• Excuse 2: I don’t have enough time. “Make an appointment with yourself to exercise,” Stanavage says. Almost everyone can find 30 to 60 minutes somewhere in their day to work out. You may find it helps to work out in the morning before your day gets away from you.

Some people may be able to work out during their lunch hour. The important thing is to do what works for you.

• Excuse 3: I don’t have the energy. It’s natural to feel exhausted after a long day at work.

Yet exercise can still help. “Working out actually re-energizes you and gets your circulation moving,” Stanavage says. Get up off the couch and get moving. Start with just 10 minutes of activity each day. Soon you will have the en-

ergy to do more.

• Excuse 4: My body is “allergic” to exercise.

If you’ve exercised in the past and experienced pain, it probably means you were overdoing it.

One way to make sure you aren’t over doing it is to make sure you can carry on a conversation while doing cardio activities, such as running or cycling. “The stronger your muscles get, the more they can support your joints, and the less pain you will have during and after a work out,” Stanavage says. A trainer will help you find exercises that are safe and comfortable for you to do. If you’re physical limitations is more serious, talk to your health care provider,

who may be able to recommend low impact or alternative activities.

• Excuse 5: I can’t afford it. Some employers offer health insurance benefits that cover – in part or full – wellness items such as gym memberships or personal trainers. Others may give you a discount on your premium for staying healthy.

Find a fitness class or program to meet your needs. Call Joe Stanavage at 570-501-6750 or visit LVHN.org/hazleton/fitness for the latest class schedules and offerings at the Health & Wellness Center at Hazleton, located at 50 Moisey Drive, Hazleton.

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Evans received his doctor of medicine degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine, Grenada, West Indies. He completed his residency in internal medicine at University of Connecticut School of Medicine, and fellowship in hematology and oncology at University of Maryland Greenebaum Cancer Center. He most recently Michael Evans, Md, Hematology Oncology served as assistant professor of medicine at of hematology and oncology. To learn more Penn State Hershey Cancer Institute, division about him, visit LVHN.org/hazleton/Evans.

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The beginning of a new year is an excellent time for a fresh start, bringing new opportunities and experiences. Whether it’s a new job, a new hobby, or a new place to vacation - what better time is there to make a change and "collect" new experiences with which to build the history of your life?

Each year most of us set New Year's resolutions that are a little vague — lose some weight, spend more time with family and friends, quit smoking, quit drinking, enjoy life more, get out of debt, help others, get organized and the list goes on and on. But why don't resolutions work? There are lots of reasons. Resolutions need to be specific, attainable and personal. They need to come from your heart.

The fewer resolutions you have, the better. Too many changes at once, no matter how well-intentioned, become burdensome and confusing. Then it's too easy to chuck it all, and slip back into old habits. What often happens is that people set a goal or resolution and then they falter and just want to give up. That's understandable. Don't cave in and quit altogether. Just start up again. Give yourself a new incentive.

This is a new year. It's a fresh start — a new page or chapter in your life. How about you just forgive someone? Or decide to worry less? Whatever you decide, make sure you can actually accomplish what you aim to do.

Don't set yourself up for failure by creating unrealistic goals or putting them off indefinitely.

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by Frank Glushefski, D.M.D. Well now that you’ve returned those gifts of which you did not have the heart to disclose you dislike, had your fill of guests who have worn out their welcome, grown to avoid retail stores as a result of bargain-crazed Christmas shoppers, and had beyond your fill of Christmas cookies, what’s next? Why your New Year’s Resolution of course!

Statistically, weight-loss and physical fitness tip the scales as the most popular resolutions with less-emphasized ones such as charity and good will to others which seem to get lost in the shuffle. Clearly, individuals whether or not consciously, classically make the decision to place themselves first.

Sadly, improved dental awareness and care barely receive so much as an honorable mention.

You can have the firmest, most sculpted physique and, when you smile or open your mouth and reveal a disastrous dentition that will greatly diminish other’s feeling towards and opinion of yourself.

Improved personal dental health is, quite honestly, life-changing. Well-groomed, hygienic individuals statistically have greater earning and employment advancement potential than do their less attractive peers. A healthy, attractive smile is the crown jewel of one’s overall appearance and resulting first impression.

One of the easiest and most economical ways in which you may embark on your journey towards optimal dental health is – Eat Right.

Through the mere introduction of fruits and vegetables into your diet, improvement of your oral health is sure to follow. Mechanical cleansing while eating raw fruits and vegetables will remove cavity-causing plaque and bacteria while

consuming fruits and vegetables in any form will result in better immunity against oral issues such as gum disease and cavities.

In keeping with the theme of healthy eating, you should attempt to avoid sugar-laden foods and beverages when possible. In the fast-paced world in which we now live, reliance on sports drinks and energy water has greatly increased out of necessity for that quick energy fix which we all need. Drinks such as these as well as soda contain large levels of sugar which jeopardize oral health and causes plaque buildup, tooth decay, and periodontal disease.

It is hard to believe that Americans consume over 150 pounds of sugar annually. In addition to oral consequences, such sugar consumption also results in diabetes and rampant obesity in all Americans including single digit aged children.

Sugar avoidance will result in better oral and general health with absolute certainty. There is no better thirst quencher than just plain water.

By making the switch, economic benefits of an unbelievable $1,000 plus annually is an added bonus to an improved, healthier lifestyle. By stopping tobacco usage, your resolution will be two-fold; a longer, healthier life AND better teeth and gums on which you may depend. For a $2,000 plus annual habit, your return on investment is halitosis, stained teeth, bodily toxicity, heart disease, lung cancer as well as a whole host of dental issues. Not a real worthwhile investment if you ask me. Kicking the habit will add years to your life and several thousand dollars to your savings.

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In addition to proper oral homecare such as routine brushing, flowing, fluoridation and oral self-examinations, regularly-scheduled preventative visits are of the utmost value to issue proper oral and general health longevities. Dentist and Hygienists are professionally-educated and trained to guarantee optimal oral health to their patients.

In closing, rather spending time regretting your dental self-neglect or excuses of the past, put all of that aside and make it full speed ahead to a healthier you! Now that your Dental Benefits and Flex Spending have renewed, there is no better time than the present to kick off the New Year with an even better New You! You don’t want to be in the same position a year from now that you may be facing right now. Remember “One’s smile is a window to the soul”, so take a resolute interest in both your dental appearance and resulting self-confidence to set yourself above your competitors in employment as well as life.

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Health Report stated that 68% of all deaths (2-3 million per year) are nutrition related.” Embracing good dietary and supplemental nutrition increases our chances of preventing or postponing many of the diseases that can so negatively impact our quality of life such as heart disease, some cancers, diabetes, and others.

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Toe Nail Fungus

by Stephen Schleicher, MD Anyone out there with thick, discolored and ugly nails? Chance are many of you, especially if older, perspire readily, or suffer with diabetes. The condition is nail fungus, medically termed onychomycosis (ok, the word deserves to be in the national spelling bee). The fungus is basically everywhere but in susceptible individuals it begins to grow, often first appearing as white spots. Over time the fungus overruns the nail resulting in distortion, thickness, and color changes. Yuck.

Many cases of toe nail fungus respond to the oral drug terbinafine (trade named Lamisil). Since this medication is retained in the nail for a lengthy time period I prefer to treat via a “pulse” method: 1 pill a day for 10 days repeated every three months for a year. Terbinafine is one of the few medications that are not wallet-busters; under $10 for each pulse.

Recently two topical therapies, Jublia and Kerydin, have been approved to treat nail fungus. These are especially useful for those unwilling or medically unable to take the oral therapy. Although less effective, the solutions are easy to apply and virtually without side effects.

As for laser therapy? In some markets, highly advertised and expensive (multiple sessions and hundreds of dollars). Do lasers work? Well, here is a quote from a 2014 New York Times article on the subject: “in one of the best studies to date, published last year in The Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, researchers... found that laser treatments produced no improvements in patients with toenail fungus, even after five sessions.” In other words, save your money.

Can You Help TMJ?

by John Degenhart, DC An 80 year old woman came to my office and asked me, “Can you help my TMJ? I went to my doctor, he referred me to my dentist. He couldn’t help me. Before he sent me to a specialist, he suggested I go to a chiropractor. He has had other patients with TMJ helped by a chiropractor”.

I told her I could help her, but let me first briefly explain what TMJ is. On either side of your jaw is a joint called the Temporal Mandibular Joint. When the disc pad gets inflamed in your jaw, it causes pain and cracking in the jaw and it radiates into the ear, and they call that TMJ. Some people who grit their teeth need to wear a plastic mouth piece to bed. But 93% of TMJ is a result of the neck being out of alignment.

Usually they fall asleep as they sit up watching T.V. or they sleep on their stomachs which twists their neck and results in

neck pain and TMJ. So first I always try to find out what the patient is doing to cause their TMJ. Many people get it from stress, so they cut out their caffeine and go for daily walks.

To correct TMJ, I gently adjust the upper neck back into place. Most women don’t want their necks twisted, so we can correct it by a gentle drop table. Then we apply ultrasound to the jaw. If they have TMJ for 3 years, it may take three months to correct. If they have it for one month, it will take usually 4 visits in two weeks to correct.

We all carry a lot of pressure in our jaw muscles. If your jaw starts to click, it is the beginning of TMJ. Before it gets so bas where you can’t open your mouth or chew food, come to our office and we’ll be glad to help you.

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Let The Hazleton Y Help You With Your Resolutions provided by Hazleton YMCA/YWCA With forty Group Exercise classes a week to choose from, you are bound to find the classes, instructors and times that are convenient and just right for you at the Hazleton Y. All Group Exercise classes are included in our Adult Fitness Membership so once you join you can take any class you like without additional fees, making it even easier to keep those New Year Resolutions.

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Even the family dog can be included in resolutions for lifestyle improvements with Dog Obedience and Therapy Dog Training classes. Watch for upcoming classes or call for information.

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by Marlin Duncan, Comfort Keepers Pet therapy has been shown to be particularly helpful to Alzheimer’s patients and those affected by other dementias.

Pets, and dogs in particular, can calm those affected by dementia, help them stay active (Dogs love to walk!), and help them stay social through interactions with passersby who cannot resist these fuzzy companions. Dogs in general often provide enjoyment for those dealing with dementia, and it has been shown that dementia patients have a greater appetite following a visit from a canine companion.

The good news is there may be new promise in the area of pets helping people with dementias. Imagine dogs trained to remind a person to take medication and eat, or lead a person with dementia back home. Even more impressive, imagine these dogs could accomplish all of these tasks without receiving any type of verbal command. Does this sound farfetched (no pun intended)?

Considering the intelligence level and demeanor of certain dogs, this idea is not as crazy as it seems. In fact, today there are approximately six dogs in the world trained to do exactly these types of tasks through two projects, one based in Israel and one based in Germany, and more dogs are being trained.

Unlike traditional pet therapy, which mostly offers companionship to the Alzheimer’s patient, these two projects have undertaken training assistance dogs specifically to aid Alzheimer’s and other dementia patients with completing daily tasks, thus allowing the person to have greater independence.

This type of training is not for all dogs; it is the most demanding type of service dog training. Since their main task is to bring their human companion home when lost (or bark for help if necessary) dementia assistance dogs are specially chosen based on whether they are capable of assisting without commands and adapting what they have learned to new settings and situations. They also must be resilient enough to tolerate the fre-

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Early pilot studies with these clever canines is promising, and the dementia patients and their families have had highly positive results.

Perhaps one day in the near future, these carefully trained companions will be coming to a city near you.

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Resolve To Get Healthier (Family Features) According to the Journal of Clinical Psychology, 45 percent of Americans make New Year's resolutions each year, and weight-related resolutions top the list.

Unfortunately, only about 8 percent achieve any type of resolution, weight-related or not.

If you've made (and then broken) the same old weight or health-oriented resolutions each January, you're not alone. It might be time to focus on research-proven approaches to get healthier that actually work - without gimmicks, diets that eliminate foods, or buying strange foods and equipment.

• Start Well: Eat Breakfast: Start the day right, and it really can make things go better all day. Research has repeatedly shown that people who eat breakfast tend to take in more nutrients (calcium, iron, protein and fiber), are more alert and can concentrate better, and may even have better success with weight management.

To get yourself off to a strong start, think about combining protein, carbohydrates and low-fat dairy. Some possibilities: whole grain

cereal and a high protein yogurt, an English muffin with peanut butter, or an egg sandwich with fruit and yogurt.

• Eat Rough(age): Make Fiber a Priority: Fiber, found in whole grain wheat, barley, corn and oats, as well as in fruits, vegetables and beans, helps keep things moving easily through the digestive tract. Remember that grain fiber has different nutritional benefits than fruits and vegetables, so you need both.

Fiber is also filling, providing volume with few calories because our bodies don't have the enzymes to break it down. But fiber can be digested and used for fuel by the 10 trillion bacteria that live in the colon and prevent numerous health conditions.

• Get Your Facts Straight: If It Sounds Too Good to be True: Losing 10 pounds in two weeks only to regain it in eight makes no sense. Whether you've tried to go gluten-free, low carb or avoid all white foods, chances are quite high that your efforts didn't result in long lasting effects. What does work? A balanced eating pattern and an active lifestyle.

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There is no one perfect diet, and anyone who says otherwise is typically selling a book or products promising weight loss. Registered dietitian nutritionists can be trusted to provide credible, evidence-based information that can be tailored to your lifestyle and taste preferences. In addition, eating patterns such as those recommended by the Mediterranean Diet, the DASH Diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) and MyPlate can provide guidance on the types of foods to include in your meals.

• Move It: Walk, Dance or Ride Your Way to Health: Unless you use it often (2-3 times per week or more), skip the gym membership.

Walk outside, walk the dog, dance in your kitchen, work in the garden or ride your bike to run errands. And, if possible, do it every day with friends for fun, and make it part of your regular lifestyle.

• Make It Stick: Schedule and Track Your Progress: Make a schedule of your health goals, and keep track of progress by writing in a food and activity journal or calendar. Write things down; it makes them more likely to happen.

Note things like how you feel before and after meals and exercise. You may be surprised by what you learn.

• How to Spot a Fad Diet in 30 Seconds or Less: Fad diets come and go and return again.

Here are some obvious clues that a diet is a fad rather than a realistic approach for becoming healthy.

1. Sounds too good or easy to be true 2. Promises rapid weight loss (5-10 pounds a week) or "miracle cures" 3. Allows only certain foods or food groups (cutting out others) 4. Promotes a product, special herb, vitamin or other compound 5. Can only be "followed" temporarily but is not supervised by a doctor 6. Hard to imagine or difficult to follow the diet forever 7. Doesn't recommend a form of exercise or says that it's unnecessary 8. Warns that one food or food group will make you seriously ill or worse 9. Makes recommendations based on pseudoscience not endorsed by credible organizations or peer reviewed by other scientists 10. Cites research that is preliminary, based on animals, has very few subjects, or uses poor methodology The bottom line: Eat when you are hungry, strive for moderation and move more to feel good.

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Our feet make us mobile and are the most neglected parts of the body. Significant foot pain requires immediate treatment. A wellknown foot pain is Plantar Fascitis and Achilles Tendonitis. Other causes of heel pain are prolonged standing, obesity, previous injury, and high-energy exercises such as running or walking. Symptoms of plantar fascitis and heel cushion pain include tingling or numbness of the bottom of the feet, tight and painful arch ligaments, and heel core swelling.

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by Dr. Alexandra Wasmanski, OD Dry eye syndrome can present itself in a variety of ways. Some people experience a blurry, gritty, and scratchy feeling; as if something is in their eyes. Others get irritated, burning, and watery red eyes. Whatever symptoms you experience, it is important to seek medical attention to properly treat this annoying and often chronic condition.

Tears are needed to keep the front surface of your eyes healthy and to keep vision clear. They keep the eyes moist, rinse out debris, and decrease infections. When there are not enough tears to nourish the eyes, dry eye syndrome occurs. This may happen because not enough tears are being produced or because the quality of the tears is poor.

The amount of tears produced lessens with age. Certain health conditions and medications can also have this effect, such as antihistamines, decongestants, oral contraceptives, antidepressants, and hypertensive medicines. Individuals with diabetes, arthritis, past refractive vision correction surgery, and thyroid disease are prone to this condi-

tion. Daily exposure to smoky or dry and windy environments play a role by increasing the evaporation rate of tears. Other contributing factors include female gender, pregnancy, and menopause.

The tear film is made up of three layers. The middle layer consists of water which lubricates the eyes. The front surface is the oil layer which keeps the water from evaporating. The third layer, which is closest to the cornea, is made of mucin. Mucin allows the tears to spread evenly over the ocular surface.

There are steps you can take yourself to care for a dry eye problem. Wearing wraparound sunglasses will block the amount of wind and UV exposure reaching the eyes. You can increase moisture in the air at work and home by using a humidifier. Also, be sure to blink regularly when reading for a long time or staring at a computer screen. The most important thing you can do is to visit your eye care professional. An optometrist can take additional measures to keep your eyes healthy and your vision clear. Once they have

diagnosed the cause of your dry eye problems, they can properly treat the condition. For mildly dry eyes, the regular use of an artificial tear drop throughout the day may be all that is needed.

For more severe forms, it may be necessary to use nutritional supplements or prescription medications to increase tear production or decrease inflammation. Your doctor may also insert tiny plugs into the tear ducts to help conserve your natural tears.

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Smart Choices For Life (Family Features) When you set out to make life changes such as weight loss or adopting a more active lifestyle, it can be tempting to look for shortcuts that expedite your path toward your end goal. However, long-term success is more attainable for those who take a slow and steady approach that puts health first.

"There are dozens of reasons people look to develop healthier eating habits, ranging from weight loss to disease prevention," said Rene Ficek, registered dietitian and nutrition expert for Seattle Sutton's Healthy Eating (SSHE).

"Regardless of the motivation, success begins with a well-balanced eating plan that is based on sound nutrition and physical activity."

Ficek offers this advice to individuals looking for a new approach to eating: • Adopting a healthy diet is the key to successful, long-term weight loss. A healthy diet provides adequate calories and nutrients to support your body's energy and nutritional needs while allowing you to shed an average of 1-2 pounds per week.

• Be wary of diet plans that promise loss of five or more pounds per week, which is unrealistic and unhealthy.

• Look for a meal plan that takes the guesswork out of eating right by serving calorie- and portion-controlled meals that reflect a well-balanced diet.

• Aim for at least 30 minutes of exercise every day. If you have been primarily sedentary, start slowly with a moderate walk each day, working up to more aggressive cardiovascular exercise and weight training to develop muscle.

• Find ways to make your new lifestyle as conve-

nient as possible, such as meal programs that save on grocery shopping and cooking time or gyms that specialize in short, well-rounded workouts.

Another important aspect of a successful weight loss program is a menu that incorporates high-quality ingredients to create an appetizing array of meals that adhere to current nutrition guidelines.

Finding a menu that offers variety is a smart approach, Ficek says. "When you're watching what you eat, it's easy to get stuck in a rut and eat the same foods repetitively. Unfortunately, that approach can backfire if you become bored with your food and gravitate toward options with new flavors that may be less nutritionally beneficial."

On the breakfast menu, SSHE offers options such as Strawberry Yogurt & Dark ChocolateBerry Crunch Parfait, which features layers of strawberry Greek yogurt with orange-cherrycranberry sauce and a decadent granola-berrydark chocolate crunch. Or for lunch, the PecanCranberry Mixed Greens Salad offers a fresh mix of salad greens, roasted pecan halves, Swiss cheese, dried cranberries and celery seed dressing served with a tomato juice sipper.

To learn more about convenient and healthy approaches to losing weight, visit www.seattlesutton.com or call 1-800-442-3438.

Number Crunch Healthy eating means understanding and closely monitoring the calories and nutritional value of the foods you eat. The registered dieticians and research and development teams at Seattle Sutton's Healthy Eating prepare meal

plans that comply with the following nutrition guidelines: • Low in fat (25 percent calories from fat) • Low in saturated fat (less than 7 percent) • Low cholesterol (less than 200 mg) • Calorie-controlled (1,200; 1,500 vegetarian; or 2,000 per day) • Sodium-restricted (less than 1,500 mg/day on the 1,200 calorie plan) • No hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated oils (zero trans fat) • Free of food dyes and harmful additives as preservative Meal Program Lets Senior Achieve Lifelong Goal Decades of weight loss and gain followed as much as 400 pounds up and down through the years. Now, at 63, Janet Wilke is adopting healthier eating habits and learning exactly what and how much to eat.

In May 2013, Wilke weighed in at 299.8 pounds. Just 15 months later, she achieved her goal weight of 150 pounds. Her secret? An eating plan that guides her to make healthy choices at each meal following a 1,200-calorie eating plan created by Seattle Sutton's Healthy Eating (SSHE), a family-owned company based near Chicago.

"In the past when I would lose weight, I would save my clothes just in case," Wilke said.

"This time, I am confident because I know exactly what to eat and how much and I feel fabulous. I have never felt as energetic and healthy as I do now, and the smaller size is a bonus."

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Does Dad Need Help Staying Safe At Home?

by Melanie Furlong, Lutheran Home Care & Hospice During the holidays you probably got to spend time with older relatives whom you don’t see that often. For some, Uncle Joe may seem different. Perhaps vigor or vitality is diminished.

Maybe cognition or memory is not what it used to be. The visit may have resulted in some concern about his ability to remain safely at home alone. You may be wondering, “What are we going to do?”

Know that you're not alone and you have options. A recent AARP study states that 95 percent of seniors over the age of 75 prefer to remain at home after retirement for as long as possible, preferable for life. Home care is an option to consider keeping your loved one at home where he wants to be.

There are three basic types of home care: home health care, in-home support services or “private duty”, and hospice. Home health care can include any combination of nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, personal care and medical social services. Home health care often follows surgery or illness but what many people don’t know is that it can be very helpful in managing chronic illness and preventing unwanted hospital stays and visits to the emergency room. This kind of care is covered by health insurance, including Medicare and requires a doctor’s order but anyone can contact us to start care. The goal of home health care is to get you back to your life again, to regain your independence.

In-home support is another type of home care that is not medical in nature. These services may include help with dressing and bathing, meal preparation, housekeeping and laundry, transportation, companionship and more. These services range from a few hours of help to 24-hour care. Many of our clients use our services to stay independent in their home long-term, but this kind of care can be helpful for short, intermittent needs such as help while recovering from surgery. The goal of in-home support is independence - to help you stay at home, safely, for as long as possible. Also, with this kind of care, families can enjoy peace of mind knowing that they have dependable help for their loved ones.

Most people are aware of hospice, which is another service provided through Lutheran Home Care & Hospice, but many may not be aware of the full scope of help that it provides.

Hospice is a team of skilled professionals and volunteers dedicated to caring for those living with a terminal illness and their families. Hospice is end of life care, but many don’t call us

for help until they have just days, even hours to live, and their families tell us how they wish they had done so sooner. I think that everyone who is given a diagnosis which at some point could become terminal should learn about the services that hospice provides so they can make informed choices along the way. Another misconception about hospice is that only the doctor can call us to start care. Like home health care we need a doctor’s order, but anyone can call us to start care for themselves or a loved one and we can take the steps to consult the doctor and obtain the order.

The above paragraphs don't describe the most important benefit of home and community based care: how it touches - and improves - people's lives. Almost every day I read a handwritten note from a former client or family member thanking us for our help. They say

things like, “They became our friends and our family” and “We knew we were never alone.”

How do you tell your mom that you're worried about her living alone? How do you talk to dad about his driving abilities? When grandma's memory worsens, do you worry if she sometimes leaves the stove on? Having family conversations about these topics can be hard, but the issues don't go away by ignoring them.

If you see a decline in a parent or grandparent, know that help and support is available. Start the conversation with your loved ones. Check out your options and know that our homecare professionals are ready to help you.

Melanie Furlong is the Director, Community Relations for Lutheran Home Care & Hospice.

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Look Good..Feel Better Announces Sessions For 2015 The side effects of cancer treatment can be difficult. Some people may lose their hair; others have changes in their complexion. The American Cancer Society Look Good Feel Better program can help. Look Good Feel Better will teach women with cancer how to manage the side effects of cancer treatment with helpful makeup hints or tricks on styling hair, wigs or head coverings. The following are sessions scheduled for 2015: Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton Conference Room, 1701 East Broad Street Monday, March 9 - 12Noon Monday, May 4 - 12Noon Monday, August 3 - 6:00PM Monday, November 2 - 4:00PM Hazleton Wellness Center 50 Moisey Drive, Lower Level Conference Room Monday, April 13 @ 1:00PM Monday, June 22 @ 1:00PM Geisinger Hazleton 1740 East Broad Street, Hazleton Monday, April 6 @ 5:30PM Monday, September 14 @ 5:30PM

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Studies have shown that the appearance-related effects of cancer treatment can have a significant impact on the lives of patients. Look Good…Feel Better, gives cancer patients the opportunity to see that they can take control of their appearance. After attending a Look Good…Feel Better session, patients are able to approach their disease with greater confidence and self-esteem.

This free program is for female patients who are currently receiving treatment for a cancer diagnosis. Each patient will receive a free makeup kit (that contains over $250 worth of makeup).

They can attend more than one session, if they would like to, but only one free makeup kit is issued to each patient.

Patients are reminded that The American Cancer Society has three free wig salons in the Greater Hazleton Area. Owner Donna Delehanty operates one, The Hair Cellar, at 358 East Muir Avenue, Hazleton, The Premier Salon, Boscov’s, Laurel Mall, Hazleton and Sandy’s Hair Net-Work in Freeland. If you would like to visit a free wig salon please call 1-800-227-2345 to make an appointment.

Consult the American Cancer Society-Greater Hazleton Unit Facebook Page for updated information on unit activities.

Drink (Water) To Your Health (NAPSA)-Here's health news you should find easy to swallow: Whether you're working, traveling, playing sports or just relaxing, it's important to stay hydrated regardless of the season.

Making up more than two-thirds of the weight of the human body, water is critical to keep the body's cells and organs functioning properly. Keeping your body hydrated, says the American Heart Association, helps the heart pump blood more easily through the blood vessels to the muscles and helps the muscles remove waste so that they can work efficiently.

As you work, play and exercise, here are six questions to ask yourself to ensure you and your family are staying regularly hydrated: 1. How much water should I drink each day?

• Recommendations for water intake vary by person but wellness experts generally agree that drinking 6 to 8 eight-ounce glasses of water each day is a healthy goal. Individuals who exercise frequently and pregnant women should increase their intake.

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2. Sugary drinks seem to quench my thirst as much as water. Is one better than the other?

• Under most circumstances, water is the best source of fluid to keep the body hydrated.

Caffeinated beverages can cause you to actually lose more fluids and sugary drinks can be hard on the stomach. It's best to stick to water when trying to stay hydrated.

3. What else can I do to stay well hydrated?

• Foods such as fruits and vegetables that contain a high percentage of water can help supplement your intake. Try tomatoes, cucumbers, celery, watermelon and strawberries.

4. I have trouble remembering to drink water.

What should I do?

• Add drinking a glass of water or reusable water bottle of water to your daily routine.

For example, drink a glass of water after you wake up or while watching your favorite show.

Drinking water before a meal can help you feel fuller faster and perhaps prevent overeating.

5. How can I be sure my water is pure?

• To help reduce contaminants that may be in your tap water and provide filtered drinking water for your family, you can get a water filtration system. For example, 3M offers a wide range of filtration products, some of which address pesticides, nitrates, arsenic and other contaminants that may be found in water.

6. Where can I learn more?

• Visit www.3mwater.com/yesIwanta3MWaterSolution and www.facebook. com/3MWaterDealer.

Come in for a closer look at your health.

Ask about the health screenings we offer.

Our pharmacy is not only dedicated to making you feel better when you’re sick - we’re here to help you stay healthy. Come see us for blood pressure monitoring, patient counseling, vitamin therapy and more.

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The Laurels Senior Living Community January 2015 New Year, Renewed Hope A New Year is filled with promise and brings with it new dreams, renewed hope and, most importantly, fresh opportunities.

We encourage you to embrace the dimensions of living your best life this year, and hope each day you find something that inspires and motivates you. We hope everyone had a wonderful New Year’s celebration and look forward to everything great ahead for us in 2015!

We will be very busy this month…Valentine’s Day is around the corner and we have a lot of planning to do! We will be making our own decorations and yummy treats for the celebration. Plus, we have to get the ballots ready to vote for our Laurels King and Queen! No “winter blues” here! We have many exciting activities planned for the next few months!

New Year’s Eve We had our New Year’s Eve Party on Friday, December 26th at 5:00 with entertainment by Tonya & Terri Erdman. While we all looked forward to the delicious treats, tasty drinks the festive hats and traditional noise makers, we felt even more blessed to share this tradition with great friends. We cannot believe that another year has passed and we look forward to every wonderful journey 2015 will bring. We hope you had a beautiful

2014 and wish you a magnificent 2015!!

Spreading the Holiday Joy The 4th Annual Audrianna’s Wish Toy and Blanket Drive was a success! We want to send out a very special thank you to everyone who donated toys and blankets to this wonderful cause. What a wonderful way to spread the joy and love to others during the holiday season. We remember the amazing little girl, Audrianna Bartol, who put this wish list together for all her friends at Janet Weis Children’s Hospital. We are proud to help her family continue her dream.

We would also like to thank everyone for the enormous amount of donations for our first ever toy and clothing drive for Brandon’s Forever Home benefitting the foster children of Luzerne County.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

We hope you had a blessed Christmas!

From Our Home to Yours The administration and staff would like to wish everyone a healthy and Happy New Year! It has been almost 12 wonderful and productive years since we first opened our doors. We have enjoyed welcoming many residents to our beautiful facility. As hectic as it was, we have found that this has been a tremendously rewarding time for all of us involved in caring and helping our residents get acclimated to residing in our facility. We

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thank our residents and their families for giving us the opportunity of getting to know you and we look forward to continuing the wonderful reputation in service The Laurels Senior Living Community has gained in the last 111/2 years. We wish you the very best for 2015!

If you would like more information regarding our services, please call our office at 570-455-7757 or email us at info@laurelsseniorliving.com. You can also stop by for a tour of our beautiful facility and enjoy a complimentary lunch.

From everyone at the Laurels, Happy New Year!

The Laurels Senior Living Community – “Where our Family of Residents Come First!”

Faster At The Pharmacy (NAPSA)-There are five steps you can take to get in and out of the pharmacy faster: 1. Time your visit right. Pharmacies are generally less busy and lines may be shorter midmornings and late afternoons.

2. Scan to refill. Many pharmacies now have secure apps that let you scan the bar code on a current prescription when it needs refilling.

3. Keep all your information together. CVS/ pharmacy customers have 24-hour access to their prescription records, can view and order refills, and stay up-to-date with health needs via the mobile app and at CVS.com.

4. Don't waste time going to pick up a prescription that's not ready. Many pharmacies offer text, e-mail or telephone alerts.

5. Avoid unnecessary issues. The CVS mobile app has a Drug Interaction Checker that checks medications and their reactions with other medications, foods and so on. A Pill Identifier takes the guesswork out of which pills are which, so you take the right one.

Calendar Of Events January/February 2015 January 4 Community Bible Fellowship, 458 West Spruce Street, Hazleton (corner of James & Spruce) invites you to a “Free Hot Lunch”, Sunday, January 4 from 12 to 2pm or until food runs out. Come enjoy baked chicken, vegetable, pasta salad and something sweet.

Open to the public…eat in only, please. We also welcome you to attend our worship service every Sunday at 10:45am, adult Sunday School at 10am. Every Wednesday we offer Prayer at 6:00pm, Bible Study at 7pm. For more information call 570-436-2061.

Spruce) invites you to a “Free Family Movie Matinee”, Saturday, January 17 beginning at 2pm. Flywheel will be playing & during intermission, lite refreshments will be served in the basement. We also welcome you to attend our worship service every Sunday at 10:45am, adult Sunday School at 10:00am.

Every Wednesday we offer Prayer at 6:00pm, Bible Study at 7pm. For more information call 570-436-2061.

February 21 Lehighton Area Pool Pals invites you to our 4th Annual Cabin Fever Dance on Saturday, February 21 at Orioles Pavilion, Orioles January 17 Community Bible Fellowship, 458 West Drive in Lehighton. Doors open at 5:30pm.

Spruce Street, Hazleton (corner of James & $15 per person or $25 per couple (Discount for couples who purchase tickets in advance).

Music, Beverages & Finger Food, Dance Contest, Door Prize and lots of fun! For more information or tickets, call Diane at 610377-5275. Profits to support Baer Memorial Swimming Pool.

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(Family Features) Looking for creative ways to get your family to eat healthier?

Registered dietitian nutritionist and mom of three, Frances Largeman-Roth, finds inspiration from the color spectrum, creating vividly-hued homemade culinary creations that encourage her children to explore new foods while incorporating good nutrition.

"When planning meals and snacks, include the colors of the rainbow - like vitamin Crich mango or protein-filled red lentils. This is an easy way to entice kids to eat more fruits and vegetables while eliminating the need to overthink vitamin and mineral intakes," said Largeman-Roth. "The whole family benefits from bringing more colorful foods to the kitchen table. Replacing processed foods with fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains will automatically cut calories and saturated fat while increasing fiber and antioxidants."

As a leading healthy cooking expert, Largeman-Roth shares her personal family stories, tips, and recipes for colorful healthy eating in her newest cookbook "Eating in Color: Delicious, Healthy Recipes for You and Your Family." And mango is one of her go-to fruits for color-infused meals and snacks. "My family loves the tropical flavor of mango and its vibrant orange color. And as a nutritionist, I love that one serving of mango delivers 100% of your daily vitamin C." Mangos are superfruits bursting with antioxidants and more than 20 different vitamins and minerals. One cup of mango is 100 calories and a good source of fiber, which aids in digestion and the management of weight, and an excellent source of vitamin A which plays a role in bone growth.

To select a mango at the grocery store, squeeze gently to judge ripeness. If the man-

go has a slight give, it's ripe and ready to eat.

If it's too firm, let it ripen on your kitchen counter for a few days at room temperature.

Don't judge a mango's ripeness by its color.

The red blush you'll see on some varieties is simply a characteristic of the variety.

Get your family on its way to more colorful, nutritious eating with these tips from Frances: 1. Eat color often. Pack antioxidant-rich colorful fruits and vegetables into every meal and snack.

2. Don't eat monochrome. It's easy to get into a routine and just start eating kale salads every day. Kale is great for you, but it's not going to meet all your nutrient needs.

3. Go beyond your comfort zone. When shopping, seek out new fruits, vegetables, grains, and protein sources to try. And have your kids help with grocery selections!

For more tips and recipes to help fill your table with color, visit www.mango.org.

Coco-Mango Smoothie Courtesy of Frances Largeman-Roth, "Eating In Color" 1 large ripe mango, peeled, pitted and diced 1 lime (finely grated zest and juice) 1/2 cup coconut butter, such as Nutiva Coconut Manna 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 cup ice, plus more for serving In blender, combine all ingredients with 1 cup of water and blend until smooth. Pour into two glasses, over additional ice if desired, and serve.

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by Carl Simchena After devoting a great part of his life performing polka music, Li’l Richard Towalski was inducted into the IPA Polka Music Hall of Fame in 2005. Richard was born in 1942 in Chicago, Illinois. At the young age of ten, he Li’l Richard formed a polka band Towalski and started his musical career playing in local clubs, at carnivals, weddings and anniversary parties. During this time, his grandmother helped him with the Polish lyrics. He recorded his first single on the Ampol label at age fourteen. And, at age eighteen, he produced his first album on the Chicago Polkas label.

Li'l Richard's radio career began when he was only fifteen years old. He started his own polka show WOPA in Oak Park, Illinois.

His both careers as a musician and DJ were interrupted, however, when Uncle Sam who called him for a hitch in the Army. During his stay in the service, he was assigned to the 2nd Division Band in Korea.

Upon his return, Li'l Richard started where he left off, with a polka show on WTAQ in LaGrange, Illinois. He then expanded to WONX and WEAW in Evanston, Illinois, WVFW in Dundee, Illinois and many other stations in the Chicagoland area.

In March of 1969, during an appearance in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Li’l Richard was presented with a four-star flag and portrait of President Eisenhower. At that time, he was proclaimed “Polka General” by patriotic and loyal polka fans of Milwaukee and Chicago.

By a proclamation from the then Mayor of Chicago, Richard J. Daley, “Li’l Richard Day” was designated as November 9, 1969, In May of 1970 his band was selected as the first polka band to perform on the campus of Notre Dame University. He then changed the name of his band to the “Polka All Stars” and made appearances in Missouri, Iowa, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey and Canada.

Li’l Richard made his living as a full time musician and radio host. He recorded 28 albums and CDs on four different labels. His best seller, the “Polish Wedding Album” recorded in 1968. His last recording was “Li’l Richard Sings”. Li'l Richard passed away on March 28, 2001.

Recently, we lost three great polka musicians--two local and one from Connecticut.

Bob Smurlo spent over 35 years playing keyboards for Joe Stanky and the Cadets. Many knew Bob as a very capable musician onstage and a great man off-stage. He recently passed away.

Bob Smurlo We also lost Mike Magdon, Jr. He was a lifetime musician and recording artist, playing bass in several bands, including the Continentals and the Pennsylvania Merry Makers. In his retirement, Mike loved spending time with his family, helping out at Magdon Music, playing bingo and Mike Magdon, Jr. visiting the local casino. His son, Mike Magdon, is the drummer with Joe Stanky and the Cadets.

Finally, Stas Przasnyski died in December.

Stanley was inducted into the International Polka Association Hall of Fame in 1993. He was part of the great Stas and Yash, Connecticut Twins Band. He also served many years Stas Przasnyski as a polka DJ.

Carl's Polka CD Pick of the Month

The Polka Connection

"Squeeze Box Serenade"

by T Jerry Darlak & Al Piatkowski

Although this is not a recent recording, it contains some great concertina tunes featuring two of polka music's most talented musicians--Al Piatkowski and the late Jerry Darlak. It is a "must have" for those fans who love the concertina.

Some of my favorite songs include "Whop Bam Boom", "Alvin and Melvin's", "Molly Hop Oberek", and "Plenty Good."

You can order your copy by contacting Bel-Aire Records at 7208 South Harlem Avenue, Bridgeview, Illinois 60455 or you can call 708-594-5182

We will truly miss these talented artists.

They did their part in performing and promoting great polka music.

In closing, be sure to tune into my radio show, "The Polka Connection" Sundays from 10:30 am until 1:00 pm on 94.5 WAZL FM and 1490 WAZL AM. We can also be heard on line by going to wazlam.com.

Finally, as we enter into a new year, it is my sincere hope that you all have a new year filled with happiness and love.

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Amp Up Your Comfort Food Favorites (Family Features) With the cool weather season right around the corner, many look forward to a time of joyful hibernation. Prepare the fireplace, wrap yourself in that old sweater, fuzzy slippers and flannel blanket, and get to cooking those yummy staples that bring comfort from the cold.

Packed with nostalgia and mouthwatering flavors that bring you back to mom's home cooking, comfort food offers warm feelings on even the most bitter cold days. However, those time-honored recipes are usually packed with calorie- and fat-laden ingredients that can undo any healthy eating intentions.

When you want to warm up with beloved recipes, look for tools to help you, such as the NuVal-Nutritional Scoring System. Many grocery retailers now provide these scores on the shelf tag to help shoppers find more nutritious food choices. On a scale of 1 to 100, foods and beverages are scored based on their nutritional content, with the most nutritious choices scoring highest.

By focusing on the NuVal scores of the

ingredients they use in dishes, consumers can amp up the nutrition of their favorite comfort foods. Marisa Paolillo, nutritionist with NuVal, suggests these simple swaps to add flavor and nutrition to common comfort dishes.

Baked Stuffed Potato (a white baking potato has a score of 99) • Add color and nutrition by topping potatoes with cooked vegetables including broccoli, cauliflower, spinach, red bell peppers, shredded carrots, mushrooms or onions (scores of 100).

• Make it a protein-rich satisfying meal by adding 95 percent lean ground beef (score of 57), or 93 percent lean ground turkey (score of 72).

• Sprinkle potatoes with calcium-rich dairy by adding 2 ounces of reduced-fat cheese.

• Swap sour cream toppings with fat-free Greek yogurt (score of 100) or low-fat cottage cheese with garlic or onion flakes.

Macaroni & Cheese • Choose whole wheat pasta to boost fiber and protein.

• Reduce calories by using reduced-fat cheese.

• Add chopped vegetables like broccoli, spinach and mushrooms for flavor and fiber (score of 100).

• Boost protein by adding 95 percent lean ground turkey (score of 72).

• Right before baking, fold in fat-free Greek yogurt (score of 100) to the cheese, macaroni and vegetable mixture. This gives the dish an

extra creamy texture and a boost of protein and calcium.

Meatloaf • Use 95 percent lean ground beef (score of 57) or 93 percent lean ground turkey (score of 72).

• Replace some of the meat with cooked grains such as quinoa (score of 95) or bulgur (score of 94).

• Add texture and moisture to meatloaf by adding vegetables like mushrooms, onions and green peppers (score of 100).

• Rather than ketchup, top meatloaf with tomato paste (score of 84).

• Make your own bread crumbs by drying out slices of whole grain bread.

According to Paolillo, many traditional comfort food recipes call for similar ingredients. "Look at the recipe," she recommends.

"The most immediate way to add nutrition is to incorporate the basics - vegetables, whole grains, reduced-fat dairy and lean sources of protein."

Find more recipes and ideas to help you enjoy your favorite comfort foods at www. nuval.com.

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Pasta's Perfect For Casual Supper (Family Features) Be it a relaxing night in with friends, watching the football game or just catching up, such occasions call for great food. This flavorful, creative pasta skillet meal inspired by the time-honored appetizer, spinach-artichoke dip, is just the ticket.

Creamy Spinach-Artichoke Penne with Garlic-Thyme Breadcrumbs is quick, easy and ready in 30 minutes. To make the super simple pasta sauce, just saute garlic, stir in cream cheese, spinach and artichokes until the cream cheese melts, then add Parmesan cheese. Toss with Dreamfields penne, sprinkle with the irresistible crisp breadcrumb topping and serve. It's sure to be a crowd pleaser.

A nod to healthier eating Even though this dish sounds as decadent as its namesake dip, this version uses fat-free or reduced-fat cream cheese to decrease calories and fat. Plus, there's a boost of fiber and protein by using Dreamfields pasta. Made with premium durum wheat semolina and a special blend of fiber and plant protein, Dreamfields brings the delicious taste and texture of traditional pasta with five grams of fiber (twice that found in traditional pasta) and seven grams of protein per serving. To learn more about Dreamfields and for additional recipes visit www.dreamfieldsfood.com.

Creamy Spinach-Artichoke Penne with Garlic-Thyme Breadcrumbs Ingredients: 1 box Dreamfields Penne Rigate 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

5 cloves garlic, minced, divided 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves Salt Ground black pepper 8 ounces fat-free or light (Neufchatel) cream cheese 1 pound frozen chopped spinach, thawed (not drained) 1 package (10 ounces) frozen artichoke hearts, cooked, drained, coarsely chopped 6 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional) Directions: Cook pasta according to package directions.

Reserve 1 cup cooking liquid; drain pasta and return to pan.

Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add panko and toast, stirring frequently, until light golden brown, 2-3 minutes. Add 2 minced garlic cloves (about 2 teaspoons), thyme and a sprinkling of salt and pepper; continue toasting until fragrant and golden brown, 1-2 minutes longer, stirring occasionally. Transfer to medium bowl; set aside.

Return skillet to stovetop. Heat remaining tablespoon oil and remaining minced garlic over medium heat; cook just until garlic sizzles and turns golden. Add cream cheese, spinach with liquid and artichoke hearts. Cook until mixture melts to simmering sauce, stirring frequently.

Stir in 6 tablespoons Parmesan cheese.

Add sauce to pasta; toss to coat. Add enough reserved pasta cooking liquid to make a light creamy sauce, if necessary. Adjust seasoning, including salt and pepper, to taste. Serve immediately, sprinkling generously with toasted breadcrumbs and additional Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serves 6 Note: One can (14 ounces) artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped can be substituted for frozen artichoke hearts.

Nutrition information (per serving): 400 calories; 9 g total fat; 2 g saturated fat; 21 g protein; 65 g total carbohydrate; 9 g total dietary fiber; 10 mg cholesterol; 740 mg sodium.

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Unique college trivia and content is also provided, as well as party-planning tips and recipes that'll have hungry guests cheering.

TailgateAtYourPlace.com is a new college football online platform that highlights Schwan's Consumer Brands' Red Baron®, Freschetta® and Tony's® pizzas. Additionally, the pizza brands will have special promotional packaging tied to the sponsorship program, set to run through Jan. 10, 2015.

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He had owned and operated several restaurants in the New York and New Jersey area, but after the stock market crashed in 1929 business slowed and he was forced to look for new opportunities. He decided to move on to the coal region in Pennsylvania which was booming at the time and begin again with his family.

The Taylor family settled in Hometown and chose to construct a paramount diner.

Two 60 by 14 foot sections were trucked in and set in the prominent location at the intersection of routes 29 and 45 (now Route 309 and 54). Ernest held a contest in order to pick the best name for his new restaurant.

The winning name came from a nearby lighthouse used to guide mail-delivering airplanes in to land. Mr. Taylor opened the diner on May 28th, 1941 - surrounded by friends and family. It was the largest and most modern single unit diner to be built at the time. It is now the very last pre-war built diner that still stands in the anthracite region - a warm memory of the past and hope for the future.

In 1969 a dining room was added on and the chrome diner was remodeled to more so resemble its namesake. Ernest’s son George served in the navy and found joy in giving the restaurant a nautical theme with his collection of model ships, U.S. historical naval paint-

ings, and other maritime decorations. Control of the Beacon was officially passed down to George Taylor in 1972. He and his wife Mary Taylor continued with his father’s passion of “fresh, homemade food with friendly service (I want to know if its not!)”. All of George’s children and grand-children have worked at the diner to learn from his hard-work and determination as well as respect, knowledge, and humor. His daughter Connie came to work with her father fulltime after college in 1982 and then took control in 2004 after George’s passing.

Connie’s daughter Andrea came to work at the diner after graduating from Penn State in 2010 with a degree in hotel, restaurant, and institutional management. With her new

knowledge and experience there came some differences in opinion – how to balance tradition with the demand for change. Today the Beacon maintains its classic style but with a modern twist. They still have a wide menu of familiar favorites but also an everchanging list of new and unique fare. For many years the Beacon has been known to have the best breakfast around, a family friendly environment, and affordable prices – all that still remains. They take pride in their quality ingredients, catering services, and specialty baking as well. Food, family, and making people (and their taste buds) happy has been and will continue to be what they live for.

There have been many ups and downs, as in any small business, but the Beacon has held strong for 73 years and now four generations. There is no end in sight as the family continues to strive to honor their past, carry on the passion for homemade food, and serve the community they love.

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Notes from Charles Stumpf, Freeland Historian Local historian and author, Charles Stumpf passed away in 2009. The Foster township native was proud of his area and contributor to the Panorama Magazine. Below is a recap of some important facts of Freeland he wrote about through the years.

Joseph Birkbeck I t was May 29, 1842, when Joseph bought 401 acres of land from Joseph P. LeClerc and moved his family there. There was a small log hut owned by John R. Dean used for making shingles and another building owned by a man with the last name Parks, who used it for making maple syrup from the maple trees in the area.

In the wilderness there were a small number of log cabins belonging to hunters and trappers, using the old Native American trails to hunt, but Birkbeck, one of those hunters, saw promise for the future, according to historical accounts. Birkbeck moved to woods between present day Freeland and Upper Lehigh. The area he settled, "Birkbeckville" would later be called South Heberton, after neighboring landowner, George Heberton, before being annexed into Freeland, like other neighboring towns, much later in the borough's bustling history.

Like many pioneers, the Birkbeck family lived a rustic life originally in a rough lean-to building built by Joseph. Joseph constructed a sawmill and borrowed horses from the Pardee Miner and Hunt Co., to haul logs to the site of his new home, a log cabin built in 1845.

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Aaron Howey was one of them. He bought 50 acres of land from Birkbeck in 1844 and built a home to the west of the Birkbecks on what was once a wagon road from Butler Valley to White Haven, on a street that passed through South Heberton and is now known as Schwabe Street. He was the Birkbecks' closest neighbor.

By 1893, South Heberton had about 500 residents. There were two stores, two hotels, a tinsmith shop, a shoemaker, blacksmith and three saloons.

Among these early settlers were the Schwabe families, another notable figure in history. Matthias Schwabe was born in Prussia in 1849 and settled in South Heberton around 1870 where he was a butcher. By 1894, he found a large coal vein on a tract of land he bought from Aaron Howey and he changed career paths from his then-struggling butcher shop to mining and selling coal. He and his wife Mathilda had one son, George and daughters, Amelia, Mathilda, Mrs. John Lesser and Mrs. William McGinley.

Agustus Wilheim Von Donop Agustus Wilheim Von Donop is also credited as the founder of Freeland Borough. He was born in Bremen, Germany and when he became a citizen of the U.S., he dropped the "Von" in his name. He was employed as a clerk for the George B. Markle coal company in Jeddo in 1868 and bought a large tract of land and then sold parcels at $10 each.

Originally, this new settlement was known as "Donop's Village" but, apparently a humble gentleman, he didn't even like the idea of a street named for him, as history indicates.

The town was officially registered at the county courthouse as "Freehold" Aug. 31, 1870 and four years later, the first Freehold business opened - a miners' cooperative store.

A town hall was also built on Ridge Street, between Front and Walnut streets. At that time Thomas Morgan was the town blacksmith, Patrick Brice was the owner of the Rising Sun Hotel on Walnut Street, while Patrick W. McGlynn operated the Hibernia Hotel on Washington Street. P. B. Cunningham was the community's carriage maker and dealer in general merchandise and Rudolph Ludwig

opened the first meat market, while Dr. Lloyd became the first physician.

Not long after Freehold became a borough, a town hall meeting was held because Postmaster Luther Dodson pointed out that there was already another town named "Freehold" within the postal district. After a long, frustrating deliberation, resident, Mr. Manus Congaghan declared at the meeting, that since the men weren't making any progress in re-naming the town, borough council to just change part of the town's name and rename it Free-land.

By 1880 the population had grown to 624, council voted to fix and grade the town's streets and in December of that year, gas lamps were installed to add light to the streets. Three years later, Freeland had more than 100 buildings including eight stores, eight taverns, a bakery, two undertakers, two blacksmiths, and a boot and shoe store.

Early Schools and Organizations MMI, then known as the Mining and Mechanical Institute, was once in Freeland. It moved to the temporary location in May 17, 1893. Its first Freeland location was on the third floor of the Passarella building on Centre Street and later moved to the spot where the W.T. Grant store once stood.. It originally opened May 7, 1879 and classes were held in Cross Creek Hall, Drifton, in a two-story Gothic building. During its first year, 29 students applied but only 11 were admitted.

That building was destroyed in a fire in 1888,

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which is believed to have started accidentally by a lit cigar during a dance held at its auditorium. In 1902, the new main building on Centre Street was completed and classes began there in the spring of 1903. At that time tuition ranged from $25 to $50. Just like Freeland, its one-time home, MMI grew over the years and offered college courses in 1893 in 1970 it became co-ed. The first female graduate was Margaret Gorman.

Though there were other schools in the area, including Freeland's first school in the Woodside area of Foster Township, the Daniel Coxe Memorial School opened for elementary age children in 1896 and a few months later the town high school was built.

In 1897 there were a dozen churches and despite an unsuccessful early attempt at building a YMCA in Freeland, community leaders stubbornly continued and eventually persevered as on Feb. 18, 1899, the first official meeting of the Freeland YMCA was held with the full support of Freeland clergymen.

Its first expenditure was to buy a dozen Bibles and 22 other books.

On June 12, 1900, the Y opened its present site, initially a small wooden structure used primary for meetings and throughout the years, it expanded and remodeled and eventually a new building was constructed.

The YMCA was razed during 1929 and activities continued in another building while a campaign was launched to raise $75,000 for a new two-story building which was dedicated new Year's Day 1931.

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Because of the historic building’s age, Executive Director Joe Flanagan said funding for maintenance is an ongoing need. Because funding for programs is another continuous need, the capital campaign is not ending with Saturday’s open house, Flanagan said. Freeland is the smallest community in Pennsylvania - and possibly the United States - to support a free-standing YMCA, Flanagan said. It is a testament to the community's generosity For more information on Freeland YMCA programs and capital campaign, visit www. freelandymca.com, call 570-636-3640 or email freelandymca@verizon.net.

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Working During Retirement

by John J. Beltrami, Financial Advisor at Janney Montgomery Scott LLC Planning on working during retirement? If so, you're not alone. An increasing number of employees nearing retirement plan to work at least some period of time during their retirement years.

Why work during retirement?

Obviously, if you work during retirement, you'll be earning money and relying less on your retirement savings--leaving more to potentially grow for the future and making your savings last longer. If you continue to work, you may also have access to affordable health care, as more and more employers are offering this important benefit to part-time employees.

But there are also non-economic reasons for working during retirement. Many retirees work for personal fulfillment--to stay mentally and physically active, to enjoy the social benefits of working, and to try their hand at something new--the reasons are as varied as the number of retirees.

How working affects Social Security If you work after you start receiving Social Security retirement benefits, your earnings may affect the amount of your benefit check. Your monthly benefit is based on your lifetime earnings. When you become entitled to retirement benefits at age 62, the Social Security Administration calculates your primary insurance amount (PIA), upon which your retirement benefit will be based. Your PIA is recalculated annually if you have any new earnings that might increase your benefit. So if you continue to work after you start receiving retirement benefits, these earnings may increase your PIA and thus your future Social Security retirement benefit.

But working may also cause a reduction in your current benefit. If you've reached full retirement age (66 to 67, depending on when you were born), you don't need to worry about this-- you can earn as much as you want without affecting your S.S. retirement benefit.

If you haven't yet reached full retirement age, $1 in benefits will be withheld for every $2 you earn over the annual earnings limit ($15,720 in 2015). A special rule applies in your first year of Social Security retirement--you'll get your full benefit for any month you earn less than onetwelfth of the annual earnings limit, regardless of how much you earn during the entire year.

A higher earnings limit applies in the year you reach full retirement age. If you earn more than this higher limit ($41,880 in 2015), $1 in benefits will be withheld for every $3 you earn over that amount, until the month you reach full retirement age--then you'll get your full benefit

no matter how much you earn. (If your current benefit is reduced because of excess earnings, you may be entitled to an upward adjustment in your benefit once you reach full retirement age.)

Not all income reduces your Social Security benefit. In general, Social Security only takes into account wages you've earned as an employee, net earnings from self-employment and other types of work-related income, such as bonuses, commissions, and fees. Pensions, annuities, IRA distributions, and investment income won't reduce your benefit.

Also, keep in mind that working may enable you to put off receiving your Social Security benefit until a later date. In general, the later you begin receiving benefit payments, the greater your benefit will be. Whether delaying the start of Social Security benefits is the right decision for you, however, depends on your personal circumstances.

One last important point to consider: in general, your Social Security benefit won't be subject to federal income tax if that's the only income you receive during the year. But if you work during retirement (or receive any other taxable income or tax-exempt interest), a portion of your benefit may become taxable. IRS Publication 915 has a worksheet that can help you determine whether any part of your Social Security benefit is subject to federal income tax.

to go over your personal circumstances. My phone number is (570) 455-6301 and my e-mail is jbeltrami@ janney.com.

Janney Montgomery Scott LLC Financial Advisors are available to discuss the suitability and risks involved with various products and strategies presented. We will be happy to provide a prospectus, when available, and other information upon request. Please note that the information provided includes reference to concepts that have legal, accounting and tax implications. It is not to be construed as legal, accounting or tax advice, and is provided as general information to you to assist in understanding the issues discussed. Neither Janney Montgomery Scott LLC nor its Financial Advisors (in their capacity as Financial Advisors) give tax, legal, or accounting advice. We would urge you to consult with your own attorney and/or accountant regarding the application of the information contained in this letter to the facts and circumstances of your particular situation. Janney Montgomery Scott LLC, is a full-service investment firm that is a member of the NYSE, the FINRA and SIPC. Prepared by Broadridge Investor Communication Solutions, Inc. Copyright 2014

How working affects your pension If you work for someone other than your original employer, your pension benefit won't be impacted at all--you can work, receive a salary from your new employer, and also receive your pension benefit from your original employer.

But if you continue to work past your normal retirement date for the same employer, or if you retire and then return to work for that employer, you need to understand how your pension will be impacted. Discuss this with your plan administrator in advance of your decision.

How working affects health benefits Many individuals work during retirement to keep their medical coverage. If for you this means moving from full-time to part-time, it’s important that you fully understand how that decision will impact your medical benefits. Of course, once you turn 65, you'll be eligible for Medicare. You'll want to contact the Social Security Administration approximately three months before your 65th birthday to discuss your options.

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FINANCIAL FOCUS: What Can You Learn from the “Oracle of Omaha”?

Provided by Edward Jones Warren Buffet, the “Oracle from Omaha,” is considered one of the most successful investors in history. Yet while the investment world may seem complex, Mr. Buffet’s advice is actually pretty simple. Here are a few Buffet quotes, along with some suggestions on putting them to use: “Whether we’re talking about socks or stocks, I like buying quality merchandise when it is marked down.”

Essentially, this means you should look for good investment vehicles whose price may have dropped. A “bear” market tends to drag down many stocks — even those with strong fundamentals and favorable prospects. These stocks might then be considered “bargains.”

One way to determine whether a stock is “expensive” or “cheap” is by looking at its price-to-earnings ratio (P/E). For example, if Company “A” has a share price of $20 and earnings per share of $4, then it has a P/E of 5. On the other hand, if Company “B” has the same share price of $20, but has earnings per share of $2, its P/E would be 10. So it would be considered more expensive than Company “A.” Be aware, though, that the P/E ratio works better as a measure of cost when you are comparing two companies in the same industry.

“Time is the friend of the wonderful business, the enemy of the mediocre.”

Be prepared to own quality stocks for the long term; over time, your confidence may be rewarded. On the other hand, if an investment is not of high quality, its flaws will be revealed over the years.

“If investors insist on trying to time their participation in equities, they should try to be fearful when others are greedy and greedy

only when others are fearful.”

Trying to “time” the market — that is, attempting to buy when prices are low and sell when prices are high — is a difficult task. Too many people do just the opposite: They try to “cut their losses” by selling when the market is down and then go after the “hot” investment whose price may already be as high as it’s going to go. Mr. Buffet clearly is not in favor of a market timing approach, and those who try to do it, he says, are probably better off by going against the crowd. Keep in mind, though, that even when holding investments rather than trying to time the market, investing in equities does involve risk, including potential loss of principal.

“When we own portions of outstanding businesses with outstanding managements, our favorite holding period is forever.”

When should you sell good investments?

Never, according to Mr. Buffet. And while this endless holding period may not be possible for all of us, you get the idea: the longer you keep a good investment, the better off you may be when you do sell.

"The line separating investment and speculation, which is never bright and clear, becomes blurred still further when most market participants have recently enjoyed triumphs.

Nothing sedates rationality like large doses of effortless money.”

The lesson here? Be an investor, not a speculator. A long run-up in the market can increase your wealth, but it may also make you prone to risky behavior if you think that all your investments will rise indefinitely.

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Risa Schatz, owner of 7th Level Technologies (7LT), is a 2001 graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelor in Computer Engineering and 10 years of experience as a nuclear power operator (NPO) at the Susquehanna Steam Electric Station. Besides her usual duties as an NPO, she also soon got involved in many different technological projects at the plant that brought her varied and valuable experience and new expertise to add to her skillset in IT. 7th Level has a staff with two decades of knowledge and experience in many areas of technology. This gives the company the ability to find a unique solution to fit your lifestyle and your budget.

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In large industrial applications, 7LT brings years of experience in PLC programming and automation due to their industrial automation partner, which can be of great use with rack installs, Ethernet wiring, PLC-controlled robotics and installations that will grow with the industry. Almost everything can be automated and by doing so, equipment can be kept up to date more easily which will reduce cost in the long run and lessen employee frustration with out-of-date equipment prone to malfunctions.

In this application, 7LT can also be of great assistance with conference room technology that easily interacts with your business module, allowing meetings to be held anywhere and across great distances without forcing employees to travel needlessly.

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Cyber security is protecting systems and information. The three core principles of cyber security: Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability.

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• Availability: Information and systems must be available to those who need it.

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The increasing volume and sophistication of cyber security threats-including targeting phishing scams, data theft, and other online vulnerabilities-demand that we remain vigilant about securing our systems and information. The average unprotected computer (i.e. does not have proper security controls in place) connected to the Internet can be compromised in moments. Thousands of infected web pages are being discovered every

day. Hundreds of millions of records have been involved in data breaches. New attack methods are launched daily. Examples of how your computer and systems could be affected by a cyber security incident - whether because of improper cyber security controls, manmade or natural disasters, or malicious users wreaking havoc-include the following: Denial-of-service: an attack that prevents or impairs the authorized functionality of networks, systems or applications by exhausting resources. Malware, worms, and Trojan horses: Spread by email, instant messaging, malicious websites, and infected non-malicious websites. Some websites automatically download the malware without the user's knowledge or intervention. Other methods require the users to click on a link. Botnets and zombies: Short for robot network, is an aggregation of compromised computers that are connected to a central "controller." The compromised computers continue to spread the infection. "Scareware" - fake security software warnings: This scam can be profitable

for cyber criminals, as many users believe the pop-up warnings telling them their system is infected and are lured into paying for the special software to "protect" their system. Social Network Attacks: Social networks can be major sources of attacks because of the volume of users and the amount of personal information posted.

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Broad Street As It Was Then— Revisited! Part 4

by Marolyn Pensock Here we are at East Broad Street at Poplar Street waiting for the new cross signal to proceed with our walk, now going up the other side in a westerly direction. The large home used as a boarding house many years ago has now been torn down to make way for better traffic flow from Broad Street, up Poplar Street to the Hazleton Heights section of our town. The new traffic cross walk signals are a great addition, making it much safer for the pedestrian and vehicular traffic alike. The new hanging lights look great. It took a bit of tweaking for Penn Dot to get them regulated just right, but the effort was well worth it. The railroad cars still cross Broad Street at Poplar St. Many years ago when I was a young child, I remember sitting in our family’s 1933 Oldsmobile waiting for the crossing arm to go up after the Lehigh Valley Train passed. Uncle John Sauer rode in the caboose and would wave the lantern as the caboose passed the intersection. Then, when it was safe for the traffic to resume, up it would go and we continued up Broad Street.

These tracks were very important to the growth of Hazleton for they connected our town to Beaver Meadows, Weatherly, Rock Port and the Lehigh River and the sea ports beyond. The coal produced in the local mines

was taken to the broader markets beyond, giving employment to the local miners. One winter day, over one hundred eighty years ago the good folks of Grace Reformed Church which was located at Broad and Pine Streets just in front of the railroad tracks, were going by horse and buggies to Weatherly to an all day church celebration. It started to snow so hard that they were stranded in the Weatherly church all night. The next day, the men of the church followed those tracks back to their own church at Broad and Pine Streets. Broad Street was still a dirt street in those days. Just think what a muddy mess it must have been when spring came and all that snow melted.

A variety of businesses filled that block over the early years as the city grew westward.

There were bars in that block, one was Henry’s Bar and shoemakers and Praetorius Candy and Bakery Shop. Anna Sipple, my Avon Lady for many years, always spoke to me of Praetorius’ as though I had shopped in their bakery. As I do remember hearing, the family lived upstairs in that building. The Brennan Family was represented in that block, too.

The Tito Family Business known as Tower’s TV run by brothers Elwood and Fred Tito, who also were associated with Vic Diehm and his radio station, WAZL was in that block,

also. Gus DeFrain had a barbershop in that neighborhood. It just goes to show you that Hazleton grew from many family businesses.

The southwest corner of Pine and Broad Street was anchored by Reinhart’s Furniture Store. It was a really huge building, stocking just about everything a young family could need or desire for their home. I have a vague recollection of walking through that store, but that was later in its’ history. The rear entrance was on Mine Street. The Reinhart Family also had a funeral parlor which I think was located in part of this building. The carriages were in a garage located behind Fierro’s Furniture Store on North Wyoming Street, while the horses were located, to my knownledge, in a building on West Holly Street, near Cedar Street. The Powell Family bought the furniture building and also enjoyed a thriving furniture business in that location. The building is gone now and a valuable building lot awaits a new developer for this busy corner. One could look up in the past, to Mine Street where the Hertz Royal Swan Groceries, a wholesale canned good business was located. Two meat packing businesses were located there on Mine Street, Cooper’s C & R Provisions and Armours and Swift Meats.

Dr. Michael Weiss was a forward thinking business man who located his dental practice in the sturdy brick building on the other corner of Mine and Pine Streets.

You can see how Broad Street businesses have been so diversified and family oriented through the years. We will continue our walk in the next issue of Panorama. As always, I look forward to hearing from you. I can be reached at mrs49@ptd.net . Have a Happy, Healthy New Year!

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What Is Pet Wellness?

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The digital and paperless curriculum and custom software-made possible by a multiyear funding commitment from the KPMG Foundation for Junior Achievement USA(r) (JA)-lets middle and high school students engage in real-world financial activities such as online banking and paying bills via tablet PCs, while being introduced to such concepts as insurance, credit and long-term investments.

Middle and high school students are known for being increasingly more tech savvy (44 percent of millennials check their phones more than six times an hour).

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Jewelry Storage Tips

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Did you get a piece of jewelry this holiday season? Jewelry is a very popular type of collectible. In addition to sprucing up an outfit, jewelry pieces, precious metals, and gemstones hold their value well in the antiques and vintage marketplace. So, storing these valuables is important.

Gold and silver pieces can get scratched when stored next to each other or next to other pieces in a jewelry box. These precious metals can damage fragile jewelry items like Assorted rings pearls and shells too. Store gold pieces by themselves or in a felt- or velvet-lined box ing your investment goes hand in hand with when possible. Gold necklaces ideally should proper storage. be stored hanging up by their clasp to prevent Celebrity Ph.D. antiques appraiser, Dr. damage. Gold bracelets should be stored flat Lori is the star appraiser on Discovery chanwhen possible. Bangles need their own stor- nel. Dr. Lori hosts antiques appraisal events age boxes to prevent dents and damage too. worldwide. Check out her schedule at www.

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Experience?

Besides our excellent receptionists and assistants, our staff includes a veterinarian and a licensed veterinary technician with 30 years of experience in the veterinary field. We regularly complete continuing education each year to keep current on advanced techniques.

Be aware that some clinics cut corners by using assistants to perform jobs that should only be performed by licensed technicians.

Testing?

An older pet that appears healthy may be hiding symptoms of a disease that blood work and an ECG could detect. The outcome of these tests could affect the types of medications used or could postpone surgery altogether. We always recommend a basic pre-surgical screen for pets over 5 years of age.

Not only does this ensure your pet is healthy enough to tolerate anesthesia, it also gives us a baseline for comparison during your pet’s lifetime.

Physical Exam?

A physical exam the morning of surgery is a basic precaution against performing a procedure on a pet that could be ill. We perform exams on all patients prior to any surgical procedure. This also ensures that all concerns are addressed and nothing is missed.

Anesthetic protocol?

Understandably, many pets experience anxiety while in the hospital. Administering sedatives and pain medications before a surgical procedure will reduce pain and discomfort before and after surgery. We utilize the safest medications for each procedure.

IV Catheter?

An IV catheter placement and fluids will help to keep the pet’s blood pressure stable.

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Monitoring?

Any pet under anesthesia should be monitored by an experienced technician and a monitoring device that records vital signs throughout the procedure. This includes heart rate, blood oxygen level, ECG, respiration rate, blood pressure and core body temperature. The most important monitoring tool we have is our trained, licensed veterinary technician dedicated exclusively to your pet while anesthetized. She will be assessing your pet’s heart rate, respiratory rate, gum color, and depth of anesthesia—not just relying on the monitor. Vital signs are charted on paper every 5 minutes.

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All of our surgical instruments are cleaned and sterilized for each and every patient. Veterinarians wear caps and masks as well as sterile gloves and gowns for every surgery. This reduces the risk of infection to our patients significantly.

Recovery?

Patients should be monitored at regular intervals before and after surgery. Our patients are kept in cages that are disinfected and lined with clean, soft bedding. We closely monitor every patient’s temperature and provide a heated pad with circulating warm water until their temperature is back to normal.

Pain management?

Pain management is key to safer anesthesia and better outcomes. It reduces the amount of discomfort, but it also reduces the amount of anesthesia need for your pet, which is a huge safety benefit. We use the safest and most effective pain medications before and after surgery. Your pet is also sent home with pain medications to help ease any discomfort for several days.

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After most of our surgical procedures, our patients are able to go home the same day.

All our patients are sent home with written post surgical instructions and our veterinary technician will go over these instructions with you and answer any questions you may have.

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6th Anniversary Edition

by Rich Lipinski ally left the country unrecognizable to a person from 1865, except for baseball.

Baseball has marked the time, given a common language As we enter 2015 it is hard to believe that Hard Coal Baseball will be celebrating its 6th anniversary. During that time Hard Coal Baseball has visited the history of our area through the players, venues and culturally significant events surrounding the rich history of baseball in Northeast and Central Pennsylvania. It has taken to time honor the achievements of local players, grieve the loss of local icons, met local authors, had some fun with the Philly Phanatic and discussed the best ballpark eats up and down the eastern seaboard.

early 1900’s. The similarities described in the book and events of today are astounding.

Women in Sports Long before Title IX, (which was passed to established equality of opportunity for women in school sports), Sarah “Salty” Sands and four of her contemporaries from NEPA blazed a path for women in the All American Girls Professional Baseball League.

Listening to Sarah tell her story was like having our very own version of the movie “League of Their Own” (which she had a part in).

f r o m generation to generation. More importantly baseball has mirrored and in some cases led charge and shown a glimpse of the future. Over the years it has dealt with a myriad of issues that would appear a few years later in society as a whole. Base“America has rolled by like an army of steam- ball has dealt with labor issues, discrimination, Discrimination and religion, monopolistic practices, gambling rollers. It has been erased like a Baseball was not immune from the disscandals, drug scandals, wars and depression. blackboard, rebuilt and erased again.

100’s of books have been written about each of crimination of separate but equal society after But baseball has marked the time.”

—Field of Dreams those subjects, I would like to highlight a few the civil war; it was one of the first organizations to break the barrier in 1947 with Jackie that have been discussed within this column.

Robinson. Hard Coal interviewed Paul Brown Over the course of six years I have received of Carbondale who wrote, “The Coal Baron Immigration and Integration many e-mails and comments about the subIn December a Polish and Italian son of a played the Cuban Giants”. Hard Coal covjects discussed. On a few occasions I have been asked, why baseball, it’s only a sport, which plumber, brought to Hazleton baseball royalty, ered the History of Bowman Filed in Williamis very true and very important. Societies are just as he has for the past four years to help sport, which was home to the Negro League measured by their achievements, milestones, a community through an uniquely American Williamsport Grays. In 1950 Lorenzo “Piper” actions both good and bad, eras that have experience, the integration of a newly arriv- Davis broke the local color barrier, by playing marked time. More recently the term sound ing immigrate population. As Joe Maddon for the Scranton Red Sox. In 1952 future Hall track of your life has become an individual’s and Baseball legend Cal Ripken Jr. sat in small of famer Leon Day would appear in Scranton. chairs in a class room dotted with preschool The Boston Red Sox would not integrate until way to mark time.

America is a very young nation, (so young in books, they spoke of the opportunity baseball 1959. fact, that there are actual photographs of Revo- has given them to have a positive influence on Community lutionary War Veterans) a nation with two communities. One night later 87 year old Hall Many of the subjects have seen commudistinct periods pre and post-civil war. There of Famer Tommy Lasorda entertained over 650 are reports of town ball and the game of “base” people the HIP fundraising event. Lasorda was nity as a common theme. Old black and white dating back to the early 1700’s. As America was returning to the area he first scouted for the photos, canvas postcards, stories of Babe Ruth forming, devising and refining its rules so was Dodgers over 60 years ago. Lasorda men- barnstorming throughout the nation, long the game of baseball. In the 1850’s as America tioned his Italian heritage during his speech. gone town festivals highlighted by the big was debating and heading to full blown war to As I was watching the events unfold, I couldn’t game of the year. (Many times on the 4th of help fulfill the promise of its rules, baseball was help but to think of one of my favorite inter- July). Scenes seemingly lost to time. If you look becoming the sport we recognize today. Dur- views for Hard Coal, Dr William Kashatus, closely the stage has changed, the results are the ing the Civil War baseball was spread through who wrote “Diamonds in The Coalfields”. In same. On any given summer night in towns union camps and shared with prisoners of war. his book Kashatus wrote extensively about the like West Hazleton, White Haven and Drums, The last 150 years is where America and base- immigration population and how baseball was there is an ongoing community gathering, foball become intertwined. The amazingly fast common ground among the diverse European cusing on the game. The volunteers at these societal and technological changes have liter- immigrant populations of the late 1800’s and Little League and Softball games are running

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food stands, proud of their unique offerings.

These stands are better equipped than some restaurants. Ages from Infants to 90 are coming together to watch the game, share a meal, play on the swings and spread the gossip. The “Big” event has become a nightly event.

In bigger communities, the minor league ballpark has become the town hub. Everything from Safe Halloweens, Holiday festivals , Wing Eating contest and gathering places when disaster hits like Lakewood, New Jersey after Tropical Storm Sandy.

During times of national crisis baseball stayed the course. In both World Wars the baseball was encourage to keep playing as sign of national stability and normalcy. In the fall of 2001, a President standing on the mound at Yankee Stadium throwing a strike, a gesture that meant nothing and meant everything as a sign of national defiance that the buildings went down but we didn’t. A few years later as word spread of the downfall of Osama Bin Laden, it is the scene from Citizens Bank in Philadelphia, which has become the iconic image.

up on the new surge in locals playing professionally. Cory Spangenberg of Clark Summit made his Major league debut in 2014. Ray Black of Wilkes-Barre was recently added to the San Francisco Giants roster. Matt Wotherspoon of Mountain Top made his professional debut with the Staten Island Yankees in 2014. Russ Canzler of Conyngham and Chris Sweeney will be continuing their careers in 2015. There are plenty of stories to written, and a lot of time to keep marking. Keep the emails coming to hardcoalbaseball@yahoo.com and for updates on twitter @hardcoalbasebal.

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Identifying these suspect smells early on can help car owners be car care aware and avoid the hassle and expense of an unexpected breakdown.

The Car Care Council recommends a sniff test of your vehicle to identify any unusual smells, including the following six warning signs: 1. The smell of burnt rubber could be slipping drive belts or misplaced loose hoses that might be rubbing against rotating accessory drive pulleys. Do not reach in if the engine compartment is hot.

2. The smell of hot oil could mean that oil is leaking onto the exhaust system. To verify the leak, look for oil on the pavement or smoke coming from the engine area.

3. The smell of gasoline is likely the sign of a gas leak in some area of the vehicle such as a fuel injector line or the fuel tank. Any smell of fuel can result in a possible fire hazard, so immediate attention should be given.

4. The sweet smell of syrup may be a sign that your car is leaking engine coolant from a leaky component related to the car's cooling system. Do not open the radiator cap when it is hot.

5. The smell of burning carpet could be a sign of brake trouble and a safety hazard. Have

your brakes checked right away, especially if this smell is happening during normal driving conditions.

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"When you smell any peculiar odor, you should not ignore it. Instead, bring your vehicle to a professional service technician that you trust to get an informed opinion on the nature of the odor," said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council.

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Tire Inflation: Fill Your Tires With Nitrogen?

by Thomas R. Buff Motorists are well aware of the fact that tires do need air from time to time. Tire inflation is a critical area when it comes to suspension, handling, traction and braking. Even with the emergence of Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems on today’s cars, tire inflation is one of the most neglected items on our vehicles. We also cannot forget that inflation is also a major factor concerning tire wear. We all want our tires to last as long as possible.

So when our tires need air we go to the local gas station or auto shop and fill them with air. Not anymore. Motorists are now beginning to use nitrogen in the place of air. Why would we fill our tires with Nitrogen? Motorists have been using plain old oxygen or simply air since the invention of the pneumatic (air) tire. Why should we change now?

Most local tire shops are now offering nitrogen tire inflation, thus changing what we use to fill our tires. Tire experts claim that air, which is about one fifth oxygen, causes oxidation and corrosion. Oxygen is a very reactive element that when mixed with moisture can cause under inflation and deterioration of both the rubber compounds in the tire and the rim itself. They also claim that the smaller oxygen molecules seep out of tires more easily causing a gradual loss of tire pressure. Experts in the tire industry also indicate that oxidative aging is one of the primary causes of a decrease in tire and rim life. Aluminum rims are most susceptible to rim deterioration and oxidation. Most vehicles on the road today now use aluminum wheels, thus the increase in corrosion and leakage problems.

Nitrogen is a dry, inert gas that has been

used for many years to inflate airplane, military, and performance tires. Nitrogen gas contains a much larger amount of molecules than oxygen thus there is less chance of leakage.

Tests have shown that if tires are inflated with nitrogen there is a significant reduction in tire failure due to under inflation so tires tires last longer. The average pressure loss in an average tire is 2psi a month due to molecules sneaking through the sidewall of the tire. It is claimed that by using nitrogen, wheel surfaces also stay smooth and clean, because it does not inhibit rust or corrosion. Nitrogen will not degrade the rubber seal in the valve core of tire pressure monitoring system sensors and will not cause deterioration of the tires rubber.

It may take six months to lose 2psi with nitrogen compared to a one month loss of the same amount air in tires filled with plain air.

One of the most important reasons for using nitrogen in tires comes from the performance car industry. Water vapor absorbs and holds heat. When changes from liquid to vapor occur, water expands in volume. As a result tires inflated with wet air tend to run hotter and fluctuate in pressure due to the change in air molecules from liquid to vapor and back.

Tires inflated with nitrogen have no moisture inside so the tire runs cooler which reduces the chance of a catastrophic failure to the tire.

The bottom line is that with nitrogen, motorists will notice improvements in their vehicles handling, tire life and fuel efficiency.

So next time you go to your tire shop, ask about the benefits of using Nitrogen to keep your tires on the road longer and your vehicle safer. Happy Motoring

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All-wheel-drive systems power all four wheels on the vehicle at the same time rather than just the front or rear wheels, allowing for safer driving because of improved traction and handling performance. These features can improve driving in difficult conditions, including rain, snow and ice-especially ben-

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When the driver selects the "AWC ECO" mode, it operates as a more fuel-efficient front-wheel drive (2WD) vehicle that can switch to full all-wheel drive (4WD) in a split second for increased traction and stability the moment sensors detect any wheel slip or loss of traction from any of the vehicle's wheels.

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by Mary Ann Miller, Master Gardener January is a bleak month. Gone are the vibrant hues of autumn and the twinkling lights and attractive trees and wreaths of Christmas.

The only holiday to look forward to is Martin Luther King Day, when most people have to work as usual. Thus begin the winter doldrums.

Winter brings its own grace, however.

The absence of leaves allows us to appreciate the structure and symmetry of trees and shrubs.

Trees such as paperbark maple, American sycamore, and crepe myrtle exfoliate their bark, revealing a variety of colors and textures. Black raspberry canes feature purple and whitish gray stems.

Red twig dogwood displays striking, multiple red stems in winter. Not only does it provide a focal point in the landscape, but the stems

can also be cut and used as indoor or outdoor decorations. If used outdoors, the stems maintain their color throughout the winter. As the shrub ages, the bark turns gray, but color can be maintained by pruning out older stems in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth the following season.

Everyone appreciates evergreens as a reminder that life persists in the winter landscape.

They are available in many shapes and sizes, and their needles and pine cones vary in appearance as well. Snow enhances the beauty of all trees, and evergreens are especially lovely when blanketed with snow. Master Gardener Jean Kolojejchick photographed those pictured here. Evergreens are a staple of winter decorations, both indoors and out, and they provide important protection for birds and other wildlife during the cold season.

The shiny green leaves and red berries of holly brighten our winter landscape and provide indoor decoration.

Winterberry, a native shrub, loses its leaves in fall, but produces bright red berries along its stems which persist all winter. They are both

very attractive and a significant food source for a variety of birds and other wildlife.

I’m always eager to “put the garden to bed” in the fall to ready it for the next growing season. But if allowed to stand, a number of perennials will remain upright and continue to provide interest. Ornamental grasses are a welcome sight in the bleak winter months.

I love watching them flow in the wind, and birds are attracted to the seeds in their plumes.

Flowers such as sedum, purple coneflower, and black-eyed Susan also continue to enhance the winter landscape and feed the birds. Pink coreopsis gives structure to our winter garden, and lavender and lamb’s ear display a soft gray color amid the brown hues of winter.

Planting a cover crop in the vegetable garden can also add winter interest. Winter rye remains cheerfully green all season. Oats die back in severe cold, but offer food for hungry deer. These grains impede weed growth and improve garden soil when turned under.

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Containers continue to enhance the garden during the winter months when filled with cuttings from evergreens, colorful plant stems, pine cones, berries, etc.

The container pictured here graces Jean’s home.

(NAPSA)-For many, finding and buying Small lights may be added the right home is still a big part of the Amerito give a festive air to wincan dream. ter nights However, that dream home can turn into Bird feeders and heated bird baths enhance the a nightmare when hidden costs from weather and other types of damage start adding up.

It's not uncommon for consumers to find out about these hidden costs rather late in the process. That's because until now, buyers had to wait until just before closing to receive a "seller's disclosure."

This is a document that reveals details about the house the buyers plan to purchase.

At that point, it's likely that a prospective buyer has already paid thousands of dollars winter landscape as well. Not only do these for legal fees, inspections, deposits and title structures offer points of interest themselves, but the many birds they attract provide end- fees and may be reluctant to back out of the less entertainment. Cardinals are especially wel- deal.

Fortunately, there is a resource that buycome visitors because of their color. Black oil sunflower seed is a favorite food of most birds. ers can call on earlier in the process. Real esUnfortunately, squirrels are also very fond of tate tycoon and "Shark Tank" host Barbara sunflower. If you wish to discourage these ma- Corcoran suggests going online to find proprauding critters, offer safflower seed instead. erty history and insurance claims on a home.

Squirrels will not eat it. Suet feeders attract An Insurance Claims report can give homewoodpeckers, as well as nuthatches, chickadees, buyers and Realtors information that was preand blue jays. The variety and number of birds viously only available to homeowners. visiting a feeder is amazing, especially on a very For instance, a company called Housefax cold or snowy day. offers online reports that provide a compreWinter lacks the vibrant color and lush greens of the other seasons, but it offers its own hensive history of a home, including buildbeauty. January can be bleak, but it is also a ing permits; mortgage information; insurance quiet time when gardeners can take a much de- claims; fire, flood, hail and catastrophic history; and other residential property details. served rest and enjoy its subtle charms.

There's a new service that offers homebuyers a comprehensive history of a property.

The reports also include information on schools in the district, current property assessment values and inspector alerts.

For more information, contact Housefax at www.housefax.com.

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