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006 Collum's Column 010 Art & Antiques by Dr. Lori 030 Barney McCosky by Rev. Connell McHugh 034 Saving Gas: Top 5 Tips To Help Deal With Rising Gas Prices by Tom R. Buff 036 Danger: Spotted Lanternfly by Mary Ann Miller 046 The Recipe Box 048 Panorama Health: Summer Health & Fitness Month

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007 July 2018 Calendar 022 Community Calendar 028 Puzzles & Trivia 062 Puzzles & Trivia Answers 062 Advertisers Index

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JULY CALENDAR OF EVENTS To register: Call 888-402-LVHN or visit LVHN.org/calendar.

All activities are free, unless otherwise noted.

Health Screenings BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS Prevention is key. Have your blood pressure checked at one of the following locations: Laurel Mall Walkers: Thursday, July 5: 8-9 a.m. at Laurel Mall, Hazleton Wednesday, July 18: 11 a.m.-noon at Hazleton Active Adult Center, 24 E. Broad St., Hazleton Wednesday, July 25: 11 a.m.-noon at Freeland Active Adult Center, 701 Chestnut St., Freeland

Community Education Programs and Events WHAT EVERY PERSON SHOULD KNOW ABOUT STROKE Learn about stroke’s signs, symptoms, treatment and rehabilitation.

Wednesday, July 11: 2-3 p.m. at Gunderson Center for Inpatient Rehabilitation, LVH–Hazleton, sixth floor

SENIOR CHOICE LUNCH AND LEARN Topic: Senior Scam Prevention Speaker: Agent Janene Holter from PA Attorney General’s Office Senior Scam Prevention educates older Pennsylvanians and their families throughout the Commonwealth on crime prevention. A goal of the PA Attorney General’s office is to make Pennsylvania’s older population aware of the threat of fraud to the elder community, teach them how to avoid being victimized, and to make sure they know whom they should call when concerned about their safety and well-being.

Tuesday, July 24: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Premier Catering (formerly Genetti’s), Hazleton Free for Senior Choice members; $12 per person for non-members.

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HEALTH EDUCATION AT GENNARO GARDENS Residents of Gennaro Gardens are welcome to attend monthly health and wellness discussions.

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SIBLING CLASS The Big Brother/Big Sister program aims to help an older child feel involved in the changing family.

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MILLER-KEYSTONE BLOOD DRIVE Thursday, July 19: noon-5 p.m.

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INFANT CARE/BREASTFEEDING CLASSES What to expect and how to get started.

Wednesday, July 25: 7-9 p.m. at LVH– Hazleton Family Birth and Newborn Center, 700 E. Broad St., Hazleton

CAR SEAT CHECK Schedule your personal car seat check with our certified technician. Remember to bring your car seat.

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PARENTING CLASS This group discussion focuses on the challenges of being a parent.

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On July 4, 2018 the people of the United States of America will celebrate the 242nd birthday of our great nation. It seems appropriate for me to share a short story about the Fourth of July.

We celebrate Independence Day on the Fourth of July every year. We think of July 4, 1776 as a day that represents the Declaration of Independence and the birth of the United States of America as an independent nation. However, July 4, 1776 was not the day that the Continental Congress decided to declare independence it was actually July 2, 1776. It wasn’t the day we started the American Revolution either, that happened in April of 1775. Most people think the day Thomas Jefferson wrote the first draft of the Declaration of Independence was July 4, 1776; actually, it was in June 1776. People also assume that the date on which the Declaration was delivered to Great Britain was July 4, 1776 when actually that didn’t happen until November 1776. Many of us also believe that the Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776 when it was really signed on August 2, 1776.

One might ask, what did happen on July 4, 1776? The Continental Congress approved the final wording of the Declaration of Independence on that day. They had been working on it a couple of days after the draft was submitted on July 2nd and finally agreed on all the edits

and changes.

July 4, 1776 became the official date that was included on the Declaration of Independence.

The fancy hand written copy that was signed in August 1776 is now on display at the National Archives in Washington D.C. It is also the date that is printed on the Dunlap Broadsides which are the original printed copies of the Declaration that were circulated throughout the new nation.

When people thought of the Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776 was the date that they remember.

In contrast, we celebrate Constitution Day on September 17th of each year which is the anniversary of the date that the Constitution was signed, not the anniversary of the date it was approved. If we had followed the same approval of the Declaration of Independence, we would be celebrating Independence Day on August 2nd of each year; the day it was signed.

The first 15 or 20 years after the Declaration was written, people didn’t celebrate it much on any date. It was too new and too much else was happening in the young nation. By the 1790’s, a time of bitter partisan conflicts, the Declaration had become controversial. One party the Democratic-Republicans admired Jefferson and the Declaration. The other party, the Federalists thought the Declaration was too French and too anti-British which went against their current policies.

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That would soon change. After the war of 1812, the Federalists party began to come apart and the new parties of the 1820’s and 1830’s all considered themselves inheritors of Jefferson and the Democratic-Republicans. Printed copies of the Declaration began to circulate again with the date July 4, 1776 listed at the top. The death of Thomas Jefferson and John Adams on July 4, 1826 may even have helped to promote the idea of July 4th as an important date to be celebrated.

Celebration of the Fourth of July became more common as the years went on and in 1870 almost a hundred years after the Declaration was written, Congress declared the Fourth of July a national holiday.

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by Lori Verderame

It’s wedding season again. Summer weddings all their glory usher in brides in white dresses, towering cakes, and flowers galore.

No matter the couple, there are some mainstays when it comes to weddings such as designer dresses and heirloom jewelry.

Dress Up You know the designers’ names: Vivienne Westwood, Marchesa, Randi Rahm, Rivini, Vera Wang, etc. Brides in 2018 are looking forward in their dress selections. Today’s brides are choosing daring dress designs complete with wedding gowns in basic black and eye-popping red. Floral prints, sequins and over-the-top applique work are all the rage

replacing traditional white dresses covered in pearls and lace. And for the very daring bride, she’ll be wearing pants or even short-shorts down the aisle instead of a ball gown.

While everything new might be the case when it comes to wedding gowns, some parts of a wedding are all about the old and the borrowed even if the wedding gown is new and possibly, blue. That’s right, today’s brides are turning their backs on the ultra-contemporary, new, and unusual options in the realm of wedding jewelry. Brides and grooms are accepting gifts of bling or borrowing family heirloom pieces from Grandma and Grandpa that harken back to the styles of yesteryear.

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earrings, bracelets and necklaces that look back about one hundred years ago to the Art Deco era of the roaring 1920s. Large central set stones –everything from diamonds and citrines to emeralds and sapphires--are trending in engagement rings. And, if a bride wants a traditional diamond, it better be big and cut like a cushion or in a round, oval, or square manner. These stunningly oversized rings are what gave statement rings their name. And, a statement they do make. Asymmetrically cut stones are out and standard symmetry is in. To top off the grand engagement ring are diamond-encrusted inserts and eternity bands that can be worn alone and still speak volumes about a couple’s love and devotion.

For the big day, lavalier pendants of diamonds and crystals set in white gold and platinum filigree showing the glitz and glamour of the early 1900s adorn the necks of today’s brides, bridesmaids, and brides’ mothers and guests. To match the drop pendant lavaliers, drop earrings are the choice of most brides this season.

Drop earrings, to match the drop pendants of lavalier necklaces, are popular too. Most of them recall the black/white color scheme of the Art Deco movement while adding large stones for impact in floral designs or repeating geometric shapes.

When it comes to wedding dresses, new is cool but if you are looking at accessories for the neck, wrist or ears, the words that describe wedding jewelry this season are heirloom, vintage, and antique.

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July Happenings At GreenLeaf Gallery & Gift Shop

by Steve Glicken, GreenLeaf Gallery and Gift Shop

From the end of June into July, we will be displaying and discussing “Cross-Patterns.” Our focus is on comparisons between outwardly similar works. A bonus jewel will be a stunning mini-show of more works by Shirley Gloman, the wonderful local prize-winning painter and draftsman from Hazleton, PA who created landscapes and portraits in oil, watercolor, and charcoal/graphite/chalk. She is less well-known than she deserves. Shirley and her husband are in poor health and 90% of all profits from her works will go to them. Help these wonderful people and bring yourself joy! Special thanks to neighbor and friend, Domenica Serra, who made the show a reality and to Shirley’s son, Charles, who made the show possible. We will have a wine and cheese reception for the Gloman and “Cross-Pattern” show on Saturday, July 7 from 1:00 to 6:00. Bring friends!

Here is a sneak peak at some of the comparative works on display: • Different genres: photography and painting, John Prendergast’s “Zebra Grass” and Leith Kennedy’s “Bamboo”. John, from Beaver Meadows studies abstract patterns of striated grasses in digital photography while Leith, from Australia created a visually related acrylic painting of

bamboo.

• We look at very different emotional studies of similar environments with Matthew Sansom’s “Companionship” showing a young man and his dog together on an Australian beach, while “Quiet Evening” by Sergey Kaplin (Russia/Belgium) takes a Neo-Classical Gauguin and Cezanne-like look at color and form. “Pouty Boy” by Tom Acevedo of Dorchester, MA looks at an apparently lonely boy at a lakeside location; it’s much more inward-turning, and less relational, as is “Breathe” by Arturo Cabrera (Brooklyn, NY).

• Similar techniques and color choices link Arthur Voronov’s “Breath of the Red Deer” from Zaporizhia, Ukraine and two of Shirley Gloman’s seascapes. Both apply their paints with palette knives to achieve similar colors and textures, but very different final goals.

• Shirley Gloman’s study of reflections in a broken window reveals important similarities and differences with Tom Acevedo’s “Flying the Coop.” The glass allows for multiple layers of subject in a superficially naturalistic manner.

• Photorealism, photography, and rougher drawing in studies of canines appear in the works of Mary Anne Shafer (Lehighton, PA), Steve Glicken (Beaver Meadows, PA), Amy Ringholz (Hazleton, PA), Linda Mann (Lehighton, PA/ Tucson, AZ), and in a fabric collage from Kingston, PA. They display very different techniques and emotional relationships to their subjects.

Come see these and several other comparative works and join us in discussing them!

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Ten Tips For Happiness (NAPS)—Many people find it’s the little things that can provide the most joy in life.

Here are some simple steps that can put you on the road to more happiness: 1. Give: Do kind things for others.

2. Relate: Connect with people. Call a friend!

3. Health: Exercise; being active can improve your mood. Make sure you get enough sleep and eat a healthy diet.

4. Awareness: Stop and take notice of the moment.

5. Direction: Have goals, plans, and things to look forward to.

6. Attitude: Feelings can follow actions. Tell yourself you’re content and you may soon be happier.

7. Acceptance: No one’s perfect. Be kinder to yourself.

8. Gratitude: Write a list of everything you’re grateful for in life and read the list whenever you’re down or having a bad day.

9. Find Meaning: Be a part of something bigger—your faith, your job, your family.

10. Treat Yourself: Remember to take care of yourself, whether it’s taking a bath, reading a book or watching a fun movie like “Downsizing” at home with friends.

The hilarious and original comedy “Downsizing,” which is currently available on Blu-ray and DVD, demonstrates that having more things or free time doesn’t necessarily increase happiness, but that implementing some of the ideas above may lead to more contentment and fulfillment.

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The Historic Coxe House

by Bryan Dunnigan, Founder and CEO

The town of Drifton was a hub of activity centered around the Anthracite Industry. Coxe Brothers and Company were major producers of anthracite coal shipped throughout the United States.

The Coxe House was built in 1869 to be the residence of the newlyweds, Eckley B. Coxe and his wife, Sophia Georgina Fisher Coxe. The house was a social gathering place for family and friends for many years. Sophia resided in the house for 57 years - from 1869 until the time of her passing in 1926. She established the Sophia Coxe Charitable Trust to help those in need.

From 1926 until the mid 1980s, the house was a respite for women. There were many guests afforded a one or two week stay in this charitable environment.

Today the historic structure and landmark is home to the Sophia Coxe Memorial Foundation and Education Center, which was formed

as a 501(c)(3), non-profit, in 2014. Our mission is to promote, preserve and interpret the philanthropic life work of Sophia Coxe and the influence of the Coxe family on the mining industry.

The house is now undergoing a major restoration project. It will stabilize and preserve this most significant historic structure.

We have also partnered with local Boy Scout troops to help achieve goals necessary in becoming an Eagle Scout. To date, Eagle Scouts have completed five projects linked to the Coxe House and surrounding property: construction of a foot bridge, restoration of the care takers shed, building of a wood shed in the grove area, construction of a sediment pond leading to a spillway, and the installation and construction of a Civil War monument dedicated to Major Charles B. Coxe and Major Alexander B. Coxe, who both served in the Union Army, 18611865. Two additional projects are currently under review.

There are various scheduled events and classes held throughout the year. Two of our most popular classes are: The Introduction to Blacksmithing (for both men and women), which is a progressive class held from May to October, and the Pysanky (Ukranian) Egg decorating class, which is held at various times throughout the year (especially around Easter and Christmas).

The house is also available for private teas and/or small gatherings.

Please check our schedule on our website www.sophiacoxefoundation.com and Face Book www.facebook/sophiacoxefoundation.

The historic house is open for private tours the first Sunday of each month from 1-4 P.M. There are two tours - the first at 1 P.M. and the second at 2:30 P.M. RSVP ONLY! For further information, contact B. Dunnigan, Education Coordinator, at 570-956-6706.

Associate memberships are also available and funds generated are used for repair and restoration of the historic Coxe House.

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2207 ROUTE 940, DRIFTON, PA 18221 www.sophiacoxefoundation.com 570-956-3881 JULY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS & CLASSES Sun., July 1 - 1-4 P.M. - $8/pp - House Tours - The Coxe House will be open for private tours. The first tour is from 1 - 2:30 P.M. and the second is from 2:30 - 4 P.M. Tours will start on time. RSVP ONLY! Come and enjoy the history and charm of this grand Victorian home. Contact B. Dunnigan, Education Coordinator, at 570-956-6706.

Sun., July 15 - 11-4 P.M. - $50/pp - Introduction to Blacksmithing - This class is designed with the beginner in mind. We will discuss the history of blacksmithing and the smith's equipment - usage of various tools of the trade. You will learn how to start and maintain a coal-fired forge, master hammer control, draw out and cut hot metal, perform bending and ornamental twisting. After mastering these fundamental skills, you will create easy and functional projects, such as ornamental hooks, tree hangers, and a 17th century turn screw (screwdriver). No previous experience needed - only heart and desire to learn. Class size limited to 4 students. RSVP by July 13. Materials and lunch included. For more information, contact Bryan Dunnigan, Blacksmith/Education Coordinator, 570-956-6706.

Sun., July 15 – 6:30PM - $15/pp – An Evening with Robert Louis Stevenson – Journey back to the historic Sophia Coxe House when local actor, author & historian, Bobby Maso will portray the famous Scottish novelist. Few authors have had the worldwide impact of Stevenson, best known for his highly imaginative work “Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde”, which pits a brilliant scientist against himself in a battle of duality and good versus evil. Hear readings of his work, while Bobby brings the author back to life for one night only. These readings are filling up fast, so reserve your seat today. Light refreshments will be served. For further information, contact Karen at 570-956-3881.

Sat., July 21 - 11-4 P.M. - $50/pp and $8/pp materials fee - Blacksmithing Intermediate Level I Ornate and Practical Hinges This is an advanced level class for those students who have taken Basic Blacksmithing Levels I, II, and III. We will focus on hinges, plain and fancy.

Enjoy an afternoon with Jeff Mundie, Blacksmith, and hand forge a practical and useful hinge. Class size limited to 4 students. RSVP by July 19. Lunch included. For further information, contact Bryan Dunnigan, Blacksmith/Education Coordinator, 570-956-6706.

Sun., July 22 – 2PM - $20/pp – Victorian High Tea - Reserve a place at the beautiful Sophia Coxe house for a Victorian high tea, with soup, salad, an array of Victorian finger sandwiches and desserts along with tea and a brief history of the house. Seating is limited, so reserve your place today online or by sending a check. For further information, contact Karen at 570-956-3881.

You can send a check for an event and/or Associate Membership to the Sophia Coxe Foundation, 2207 Route 940, PO Box 235, Drifton, PA 18221; or go to the sophiacoxefoundation.com and pay thru PayPal. Reserve early as seating is limited and you don’t want to miss all the good food and fun. For further information call Karen at 570-956-3881.

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Visit a national or local park to get some fresh air and learn about preserving nature. Along with a picnic lunch, bring along information about local wildlife and plants, and have kids search for each item on the list as a scavenger hunt. Back at home, test their memories by having them create a collage of all the things they found.

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Join a Library Program Special summer programs at libraries can give kids a chance to enhance their reading skills. Many local libraries offer contests that challenge kids to read a certain number of books during the summer and include a series of incentives for reaching certain milestones.

The reading component is often supplemented with crafts and activities to make reading fun. Extend the challenge even further by choosing a favorite book and asking kids to write or draw a sequel that takes those characters on another exciting adventure.

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Area History Comes Alive On A Model Train Layout Visitors to the Anthracite Model Railroad Society clubhouse are invited to take a step back in time to the 1940s and early 1950s, the era depicted in the custom built, 21 foot by 48 foot HO scale layout. Consisting of three interconnected levels with more than 1800 feet (30 scale miles) of track, and hundreds of structures, the layout will be open to the public on July 21, 22, 28, and 29 from 12:00 noon to 5:00PM. Club members have spent thousands of hours recreating the routes of the Lehigh Valley and Central of New Jersey Railroads and some of the communities they served in northeast Pennsylvania. Work on the layout continues year-round with the newest addition a depiction of Pottsville. Visitors are invited to experience historic Hazleton stretching from Church Street on the west to Cedar Street on the east.

Visitors will recognize historic Hazleton structures including Hazleton’s Lehigh Valley Station, the Blue Comet Diner, Kresge’s, Deisroth’s and the Markle Bank building.

Adjacent to Hazleton, the Lehigh Valley yard features storage tracks and accessory buildings.

In Ashmore, visitors will see an engine terminal with a "half-circle" roundhouse and turn-table, facilities for coaling and watering steam locomotives and a multi-stall diesel shop. Visitors will also see the Drifton and Jeddo breakers as well as a section of underground coal mine. The village of Eckley includes the original breaker, Company Store, Immaculate Conception and St James’ Churches, the Emerald House, workers’ houses, and mule barn.

On the lower level, visitors will see historic Mauch Chunk (Jim Thorpe) including detailed models of the CNJ station, Court House, Asa and Harry Packer Mansions, Lehigh Navigation Building and St Marks Church. In addition, visitors will have a chance to see models of the now destroyed Lehigh Valley Station and the Hotel Wanetah. Also featured on the lower level are the Packerton Yard, Bethlehem Steel Mill, Thole Valley (a mythical country village), the Lehigh River, and the Lehigh Canal with mule drawn, coal hauling barges.

The tradition of opening the display to the public started soon after the club found its first home in the 1980s. Club members enjoy sharing their labors with railroad fans of all ages.

Some model enthusiasts make the pilgrimage from out of state, while other visitors are close neighbors. Some are brought in by a love of trains; others come to be reminded of the

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Hazleton area of their childhood. Parents and grandparents enjoy sharing the excitement that all children have for model trains.

The club will host a special Thomas and Friends weekend July 28 & 29. On that weekend the club will feature a display of Thomas and Friends locomotives and rolling stock. Area children will recognize many of their favorite engines like Thomas, Percy, Emily, and Spencer rolling along the multilevel layout.

The clubhouse is located at 1056 Hanover Court, between 22nd & 23rd Streets in Hazle Township. Admission to the display is free, and donations are appreciated. Bring your cameras and cell phones. Photographers are always welcomed. For directions to the club house please visit the AMRS website at www.amrclub.org, or like us on Facebook (Anthracite Model Railroad Society) where you will find a map to the club house, photos and up to the minute information.

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2018... A Great Year For Blueberries!

“Berries, Berries and more Berries” says Charlie Stemmrich co-owner and grower of Stemmrich Blueberry Farm. “A spring free of frost and extremely wet weather was ideal growing conditions, the plants put on a bountiful crop” “We now have over 4500 bushes, some of them are the late blooming variety” This ensures a long season for blueberries this year.

Stemmrich strives to provide the cleanest and best picking conditions possible. “Charlie credits his father and co-owner Ted for a great place to pick blueberries. Ted who turned 91 in March spends endless hours keeping the grass and weeds at bay. He also plants flowers and landscapes the grounds so all of their customers have an enjoyable and memorable visit to the farm.

Charlie said “Nescopeck township is the place to be in 2018” I addition his pick your own blueberries, he will have pick you own peaches in July. When visiting his farm, he encourages you to Check out Heller’s Orchard for PYO Cherries. By mid-month the best sweet corn and vegetables will be available at Pumpkin Hill Farms.

Remember to call for a recorded message for days and hours of operations at 570-3792908.

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heaping 1/2 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt; or sour cream (lite is okay) 1/3 cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour Blueberry Layer: 2 cups fresh blueberries 1/3 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons cornstarch Directions: Preheat oven to 350F. Line an 8-inch square pan with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray; set aside. Lining the pan will really help with cleanup and is recommended.

For Crust and Crumble Topping – In a large, microwave-safe bowl melt the butter, about 1 minute on high power. Add the sugars and whisk to combine.

And the flour, optional salt, and stir to combine. Mixture will be very dry and sandy with some larger, well-formed crumble pieces.

Set a heaping 3/4 cup crumble mixture aside.

Transfer remaining mixture to prepared pan, and using a spatula or your fingers, hardpack the mixture to create an even, smooth, flat crust; set aside.

For Filling – In a medium bowl, add the egg, Greek yogurt, sugar, vanilla, and whisk to combine. Add the flour and whisk to combine.

Evenly pour filling over the crust and jiggle pan to help distribute it or smooth it with a spatula; set aside.

For Blueberry Layer – In a separate medium mixing bowl, add all filling ingredients and toss to combine. If sugar hasn’t dissolved fully or still has crystals, that’s okay because it liquifies while baking. Evenly distribute blueberry mixture over the filling.

Evenly sprinkle with the reserved heaping 3/4 cup crust mixture. Before sprinkling, I squeeze the mixture in my palm to encourage bigger crumble pieces to form.

Bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until edges are bubbling quite vigorously and there’s some bubbling in the center. Crumble topping should appear set and very pale golden. Place pan on a wire rack and allow bars to cool for at least 1 to 2 hours (overnight is even better) before slicing and serving. Bars will keep airtight at room temperature for up to 1 week, in the fridge for up to 10 days or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

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Community Calendar July/August 2018 July 1 Community Bible Fellowship, 458 West Spruce Street, Hazleton (corner of James & Spruce) invites you to a “Free Hot Lunch” on Sunday, July 1 from 12 to 2pm or until the food runs out. Come enjoy a hot meal, something sweet and great company. Open to the public. Eat in only, no take-outs please.

We look forward to seeing you! 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 6pm, Bible Institute at 7pm.

July 1-17 Blueberry Crumb Pie Sale—Satisfy your sweet tooth while helping a great cause! Heritage Hill Senior Community is selling fresh baked blueberry crumb pies for $12 each to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. Orders are due by Tuesday, July 17. Pick-up will be on Tuesday, July 24 from 2 to 5pm at Heritage Hill, 800 6th Street in Weatherly, PA. Please call Rachael or Toni today at 570-4274500 to place your order.

July 12 AARP Safe Driver Refresher Course—Heritage Hill Senior Community, 800 6th Street in Weatherly, PA invites community members to refresh their driving skills during the AARP Safe Driver Refresher Course on Thursday, July 12 from 9am to 1:30pm Suc-

cessful completion can result in discounts on car insurance (contact your insurance agent for details). This course is designed for drivers, aged 50 years and older, who have completed the initial driver course and needed to refresh their skills. The cost to attend is $15 per person for AARP members, with proof of membership and $20 per person for nonmembers. All participants must bring their AARP membership card (if applicable) and a valid driver’s license. Lunch is included, courtesy of Heritage Hill. Seating is limited!

RSVP by July 6; please call Rachael or Toni at 570-427-4500.

July 14 Holy Rosary Parish, 240 S. Poplar St. Hazleton will host a Free Community Luncheon.

Lunch will be served Saturday, July 14 from 11am to 12noon in the Community Room of the Church located in the Lower Level.

Please use the elevator entrance in the rear of the church. All are welcome. A special thank you to the Hazleton Rotary Club, Diocese of Scranton and the Weinberg NE Regional Food Bank.

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Please call Rachael or Toni at 570-427-4500.

July 20, 21 22 Holy Name of Jesus Parish, 213 West Green St. in West Hazleton will hold its Annual Summer Picnic on the Transfiguration Church grounds Friday, July 20 from 5:30 to 10:30pm, Saturday, July 21 from 5 to 10pm and Sunday, July 22 from 12 noon to 5pm.

Great ethnic food, games for kids & adults, tricky trays, bingo, bake sale, raffles, nextto-new, live entertainment and more. Come join the fun….rain or shine, all activities under tents.

Men of Marian Annual Flea Market, FridaySunday, July 20 thru 22 from 4 to 9pm daily at Marian Catholic HS gym, 166 Marian Avenue in Tamaqua.

Friends of the Ringtown Library Annual Used Book Sale, Friday, July 20, 1 to 7pm, Saturday, July 21 8am to 3pm and Sunday, July 22 from Noon-3pm at the Ringtown Valley Senior Citizens Building, 104 W. Main Street in Ringtown. Thousands of books, plus movies, puzzles & more. Sunday is $5.00 Fill-a-bag!

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Benediction after the procession in front of our church.

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July 28 A take out Chicken Barbecue Dinner featuring Kundla's Open Pit Barb-Q Chicken will be available Saturday, July 28 from 5 to 7pm at Holy Rosary Parish, 240 S. Poplar Street in Hazleton. The cost is $10/dinner which includes 1/2 chicken, party potatoes, cole slaw, and a cornbread muffin & butter. Presale tickets will be available after all weekend masses starting June 30th. For more information or tickets please contact the Parish Office during regular business hours (10am-4pm) Monday - Thursday at 570-454-6693.

July 28 Punt Pass & Kick Competition, Saturday, July 28 at 3pm at Men of Marian Stadium, 166 Marian Avenue in Tamaqua. Participants must be between ages 7-15. No entry fee needed. Awards will be according to age groups. For details, call 570.668.2225 or 570.647.0641.

August 3 & 4 RUMMAGE SALE Friday, August 3and Saturday, August 4 from 9am to 1pm at Christ Lutheran Church, 210 West Green Street in Hazleton.

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Fun For All At The Good Shepherd Church Festival July 7th & 8th Good Shepherd Church, located at 87 South Hunter Highway in Drums, will hold its annual summer festival on Saturday, July 7 from 1-10 p.m. and Sunday, July 8 from 1-7 p.m.

Festival highlights include a fireworks display on Saturday beginning at 9:30 p.m. and performances by Kartune on Saturday from 6-9:30 p.m. and Lady A and Destiny Group on Sunday from 3-6 p.m. Additional entertainment includes: Community Youth Band and Cellar Dwellarzz Jazz Band (Saturday from 1-2 p.m.), The Frost (Saturday from 2-4 p.m. and 5-6 p.m.), DJ Donny Dee (Sunday from 1-3 p.m.) and Elite Dance Group (Sunday from 2-2:30 p.m.).

There will be plenty of everyone’s favorite festival foods, including chicken fingers and French fries, haluski, halupki, meatball hoagies, sausage and pepper hoagies, pierogis, potato pancakes, pulled pork, steak hoagies, and steamed corn in the husk, plus beer, wine coolers, water and soda.

There are games and activities for the whole family, including a bounce house and face painting by Just Plain Crazy Face Art, as well as tricky tray raffle baskets, cash prize raffles and a baked sale.

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Celebrating Old Home Week In Jim Thorpe June 30th-July 7th Last celebrated in 1947 “to provide former local residents with an opportunity to return and reminisce with former friends and neighbors in the town of their birth,” the Bicentennial of Old Mauch Chunk is the perfect time to bring folks back to town. Old Home Week 2018 will be celebrated from Saturday, June 30 to Saturday, July 7.

The Bicentennial of Old Mauch Chunk Committee is shining a light on the history of the town and its people with a year of reunions during Old Home Week and one planned in August for the town’s textile industries, special events, tours and exhibits, genealogical workshops, an oral history project, a Bicentennial Ball, Old Home Week culminating with the American Legion Post #304 Stay at Home picnic and fireworks, Founders Weekend Community Block Party and Cake Walk at Sam Miller Field, Victorian House Tours and more.

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Come make a day of it! We suggest that visitor’s park behind the train station visitor’s center and stroll our tree-lined shaded streets that are steeped in history and local color. Walk from the Train Station, past Hazard Square and head up Broadway to The Old Jail Museum on West Broadway.

Be sure to include Race Street and Opera House Square as well where you’ll discover over 50 vendor tables or sites. Head across the bridge to the East Side of town and explore many more participating businesses and residents. ​ This two-day sale extravaganza is a bargain shoppers’ and junkaholics’ paradise, with over 50 merchants and neighbors filling their front sidewalks, driveways, porches, and side alleys with cool stuff from household items, stuff from their attics, garages and basements to include antiques and collectibles, baked goodies, clothes, toys and small appliances with tons of treasures not to be missed. Early holiday shoppers and bargain hunters most welcome!

Along with the sidewalk sales, many of the downtown merchants will have special inventory reductions available this weekend. Come for the day or stay for the weekend! There is plenty to do and see and it’s fun for the entire family. All of our eateries, galleries, shops and accommodations are open too.

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by Patricia Ann Ignar, Hazleton UNICO September can be a very warm month and most people do not feel like cooking when it is too warm. You will not have to worry about cooking September 15th and 16th because you can bring your family to the Hazleton UNICO 11h Annual Bell’ Italia Festival at Hazle Township Community Park, Hazle Township, PA. Over the years, our food vendors have served you a myriad of food choices such as delicious pizza, sausage and peppers, cheese steaks, cold cut hoagies, stromboli, meatballs, pasta, fried items such as calamari, shrimp, rice balls, potato balls, and wings, barbeque items such as pulled pork, ribs, and chicken, porchetta, pepper shooters, pizza frite, potato pancakes, fries, fried dough, funnel cakes, gyros, and then to treat your sweet tooth you can have fabulous Italian pastries and special-

ty breads. Plans are in the works for that and even more!

The festival will be open Saturday, September 15th from 10 AM to 9 PM and Sunday, September 16h from 10 AM to 6 PM. While you are all enjoying your mouth watering meal you can stroll the grounds and visit the crafters area to see the talented artist’s work, try your luck winning some great theme baskets and gift cards at the Tricky Tray Tent, or just relax and enjoy the entertainment that will be taking place as you spend time with us. There will even be special things to do for the kids!

Last year to celebrate the festival’s 10th year we added a special attraction – An Evening with the Poets, a great musical group that has a huge fan base in the area. Due to the overwhelming positive response last year, we will again host An Evening with the Poets on Friday, September 14th, the night before the festival. More information on tickets for

the event will be forthcoming, As we always say…..

MARK YOU CALENDARS for September 15h and 16th and LET US COOK FOR YOU THAT WEEKEND! Tell your family and friends to meet you there – there is nothing better than enjoying a great meal with those you love!

We are always looking for new vendors to enhance our variety of foods. If you are a food vendor interested in being a part of Bell’ Italia Festival, please contact Joe Cerullo at 570579-4179 or Mike DeCosmo at 570-4012693. For more information about the Bell’ Italia Festival and Hazleton UNICO, check us out on Facebook. Our new website is in the works!

UNICO is the largest Italian-American service organization in the United States. If you would like to become a member, contact Donna Delehanty at 570-436-8265.

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Barney McCosky

by Rev. Connell A. McHugh Between Panorama's ºRich Lipinski’s coverage mainly of modern day baseball, and my concentrating on primarily players from the late 1880s to the 1960s most talented players from the Coal Region have been covered.

One player from the Coal Region, who perhaps was as good or better hitter than any we covered and was an excellent outfielder that slipped under the radar was Barney McCosky of Coal Run, just east of Shamokin. I covered the Shamokin Coveleski brothers, Harry and Stan and Jake Daubert. Stan Covelski was a great control pitcher who was Hall of Fame pitcher who went 215-142 with a 2.88 ERA.

His brother, Harry, whose career was shortened by arm trouble, was 81-55 with an even better 2.39 ERA. Jake Daubert played 15 years in the Majors with a career .303 average and 2,326 hits. Daubert won 2 consecutive National League batting titles in 1913 and 14 hitting .350 and .329 respectively. He was also the top fielding first baseman of his day. The only thing, in my opinion, that kept Daubert from being a Hall of Famer, was that he was a player representative. My all time favorite pitcher, Allie Reynolds, who was a great big game pitcher for the Yankees and the Cubs great pitcher in the early 1900s, Ed

Ruelbach who won 182 and lost 106 with a 2.28 were also player representatives. Allie Reynolds had a career record of 182-107 but 131-60 after being traded to the Yankees from Cleveland. The Hall of Fame, in my view, has not been historically kind to player reps, especially in earlier time.

Barney McCosky was born in Coal Run, Pa. of an Irish father and Lithuanian mother, the last of 9 children. His mother died when he was only a year old and his father moved the family to Detroit when Barney was 4. This has probably led to his being not mentioned among the great Coal Region players. McCosky like many players of his era such as Hank Greenberg and Ted Williams, lost several of his prime years while serving in the U.S.Navy during World War II, and then suffered a serious back injury in 1948, after which he had to take a year off and was only a fair part-time player in the remaining seasons.

In his early years, McCosky could hit, run, throw and field with the top American League players. Though he hit only 24 career homeruns, McCosky hit many doubles and triples. He was a star athlete in baseball, basketball and football while in high school. At Southwestern High School in Detroit, McCosky was captain of both the baseball and basketball teams and was selected all-city in both sports. He hit an amazing .727 in his senior year.

After 3 years in the minors, McCosky became Detroit’s regular center fielder, batted leadoff and justified Detroit’s faith in him by batting .311 and being an excellent defensive center fielder. McCosky was extremely popular with Detroit’s fans since he was the first product of local schools to become a star and also because of an amiable personality. McCosky played with teammates he idolized growing up, namely Charlie Gehringer and Hank Greenberg. He actually copied Gehringer’s hitting stance. Gehringer, the Hall of Famer took McCosky under his wing and Hank Greenberg was fond of McCosky as well. In his rookie season in 1939, in addition

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to batting .311, he scored 120 runs and led all outfielders in putouts, was 4th in total hits and 2nd in triples with 14.

Barney McCosky had his best year in 1940 when he batted .340, scored 123 runs and tied for the league lead in hits with 200 and paced the league in triples with 19. The Tigers won the pennant in 1940 but lost the World Series to Cincinnati in 7 games. McCosky batted .304 in the Series. In 1941 and 42, McCosky hit. 324 and .293 respectively.

In 1943, McCosky began a career in the U.S.Navy and missed the Tigers triumph over the Cubs in the 1945 World Series. He returned to the Tigers in 1946, but after hitting only. 198 in his first 25 games, he was traded to the lowly Philadelphia Athletics for future Hall of Famer, third baseman George Kell.

McCosky was very disappointed to leave Detroit. However, McCosky quickly regained his hitting stroke and batted .354 for the Athletics the rest of the way. McCosky continued his torrid hitting with averages of .328 and .326 for Philadelphia in 1947 and 48. He had over 500 bats each year. These were the last two fine seasons he had. McCosky played his final 2 years plus with Cleveland after sitting out a year with serious back problems which basically made him ineffective.

Despite low averages in his twilight years, Barney McCosky finished with a career average of .312. He walked 497 times while striking out only 261 times in his career. He had a .984 fielding average with only 41 errors in 11 years. All of his games were played in the outfield or as a pinch hitter.

Barney McCosky was a very energetic and likable player and was especially loved in Detroit. He was an excellent role model for younger people and celebrated a Golden Wedding Anniversary with his wife, Jane. Two very successful baseball and basketball leagues named for him are still going strong in Detroit.

Barney McCosky died in Venice, Florida in 1996 and was buried in Holy Sepulcher Cemetery in Southfield, Michigan. The year before

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Like some sportswriters, I feel it is highly likely that if Barney McCosky did not lose 3 years in the prime of his career to the Navy and later sustain a serious back injury which diminished his ability considerably, McCosky would have had a career average between .320 and .330 with well over 2,000 hits which coupled with his excellent defense would have made him a Hall of Famer I am fortunate to have some great cards of McCosky: a rare Arcade Exhibit, a 1941 Playball, a 1948 Bowman Black and White, a 1951 Bowman, a 1952 Topps and two certi-

fied autographed cards – a Detroit News and a 1978 Grandslam one.

References: • The Baseball Encyclopedia by Macmillan • The Baseball Pictorial Encyclopedia • A SABR article by Jim Sargent • Articles by Dan Holmes and by Dan Harkey • My Own Knowledge of Baseball and Baseball Cards Rev. Connell A. McHugh is currently Pastor of Good Shepherd, Drums, Pa. he can be reached at 570-788-3141 or 570-4545058. E-mail is: revmchugh@ptd.net.

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Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of Anthracite

by Scott D. Herring, Anthracite 250th Anniversary Chairman

Lansford is the quintessential company town, and arguably our region’s oldest. It was an 1876 merger of a cluster of ancient mine patches which had grown up around Lehigh Coal & Navigation’s coal workings in the Panther Valley. Although it was nearly a quarter-century after our region’s first settlements and mining along the Susquehanna River in 1768, Phillip Ginder’s discovery of coal at Summit Hill in 1791 immediately launched exploration and early, basic pit mining the following year. Now, 225 years later, the Panther Valley is Pennsylvania Anthracite’s longest continuously mined area.

At the very southeastern corner of our region’s coal fields, Lansford is at the area of greatest unrelieved pressure. The geo-chemical forces and relative lack of faulting here has yielded perhaps the very highest quality coal on earth. It was an environmental blessing to America during its early Industrial Revolution, and an immense source of pride for all of us in Northeastern Pennsylvania (and particularly here in Panther Valley).

The tremendous BTU’s (heat value) of our anthracite fueled the Anthracite Iron industry, early manufacturers of rails and mining equipment, which fed into Anthracite’s initial dominance of heavy industry in America and its emergent railroad technology. Lehigh Coal and Navigation, with its Lehigh Canal and Panther Valley coal lands, coupled with the Mauch Chunk & Summit Hill Switchback (which some argue is America’s first railroad), exploded with activity.

Soon, LC&N, with their main offices in Mauch Chunk, decided to make what is now Lansford into its operational nerve center. Lansford went from being a company town to being “The” company town, forever synonymous with America’s oldest coal company, its canal, its gravity operation with extensive system of Anthracite steam powered planes, and standard and narrow-gauge mining railroads.

With three generations of my family associated with LC&N, I take great comfort and pride in Anthracite’s oldest community. It proves that the 200-year-old vision was far-reaching: “Old Company’s Lehigh” brand Premium Anthracite is still mined here in the valley and shipped throughout the world.

Immigrants from Eastern Europe arriving at Ellis Island. After passing inspection and becoming registered, they were free to begin a new life In America.

Many worked the Coal Mines and made these Patch Towns their homes.

Scott D. Herring is the sixth and final man spanning five generations and 150 years to be titled “Anthracite Photographer.”

Discovery of Coal in the Northeastern Hard Coal Fields of Pennsylvania

by David Kuchta from his book “Once a Man, Twice a Boy" (Copyright 1999)

Anthracite Coal was first discovered in Summit Hill in 1791 by a German settler, Philip Ginder (Ginter) on the Summit of Sharp Mountain. He stumbled upon the so-called stone coal that he had heard about while looking for sandstone conglomerate to make milling stones.

He was curious to find out what it was. To satisfy his curiosity, he took a couple of pieces to his friend, Joe Neyer who was a blacksmith in the Mahoning Valley. He was also inquisitive about this stone coal and threw several lumps on his charcoal fire to see what would happen. At first, nothing happened, but then it ignited.

Ginder’s accidental discovery along with a successful experiment in Neyer’s black smith heart became well known throughout the area.

Once Ginder realized you could burn the stone coal, he took his discovery to Colonel Jacob Weiss. Weiss then took it to some prominent Philadelphians where they realized the value of this new fuel. Colonel Jacob Weiss, Michael Hillegas, John Nicholson and Charles Cist, all of Philadelphia, purchased 10,000 acres of land where Ginder first discovered the coal… the outcrop of the coal vein, which is now known as Summit Hill. They formed the first coal mining enterprise in America, The Lehigh Coal Mining Co., in 1792; a forerunner of the Lehigh Coal and Navagation.

Even though Ginder discovered Anthracite in 1791 on the Summit of Sharp Mountain, it had already been discovered in parts of Lackawanna and Wyoming County in Pennsylvania many years prior. According to William Griffith, a Geologists and Mining Engineer from Scranton, Pennsylvania, the earliest reports of anyone knowing about the existence of coal beds in Pennsylvania were made by the Indians 75 years before the Revolutionary War.

Philip Ginther, A Summit Hill native son, Discovered coal in the year 1791.

Carbon County was named after carbon in the coal Which was mined in a deep dark hole.

Where are the miners from days of yore?

Who shored up the walls way down to the floor?

Drilling a hole, it had to be done just right, In order to insert the dynamite.

There was danger of cave-ins and explosions too.

Smoking was prohibited, that was taboo.

Battery-lit lanterns on the hats showed the way.

To cautiously remove the coal day after day.

Supporting their families, their motto was “dig we must.”

Their reward was inhaling the coal black dust.

The loki with a load went forth and back.

Hauling the coal on a well-traveled track.

Over to the breaker it was sorted, washed and broked down, As it slid on a chute to waiting cars headed to town.

The Panther Valley Memorial will always be There in its glory for all the world to see.

Many sacrificed to church and hospitals are not in vain.

We have remembered them by each and every name.

You may visualize their spirits looking down from above, They have left a legacy of faith, hope and love.

Composed by Mary Fleury

Standing near the site of his discovery in Summit Hill, people in Carbon County erected a stone monument to Ginder of a hunter with a chunk of anthracite in 1941, the 150th anniversary of his discovery.

History of No. 9 Mine & Museum

by David Kuchta from his book “Once a Man, Twice a Boy" (Copyright 1999) The No 9. Mine & Museum located in Lansford, PA, below the Pocono Mountains.

Lansford is in the Western part of Carbon County. The Mine & Museum are located near the banks of Panther Creek on 9 Dock Street, near the junction of Dock and West Ridge Streets. Lansford is part of Lehigh Valley, which is an area in Pennsylvania named after the Lehigh River. This area is sometimes known as the “Coal Region,” particularly Carbon County.

The No. 9 Coal Mine was opened in 1855, but its origin traces back ten years earlier. A large anthracite coal deposit called Mammoth Vein was the focus for most mining in the Lehigh Valley. Major mine systems in the Summit Hill area produced a great deal of coal from the Vein. Unfortunately, the quarry had to be abandoned due to flooding.

Mining companies decided to attempt another drilling into Mammoth Vein. Between the years 1853 and 1856, these attempts met the many difficulties, including cost.

Finally, in December of 1857, the No. 9 Coal Mine had been driven far enough to encounter coal. The next month, the mine was contracted to produce 90,000 tons of coal per year.

The No. 9 Mine operated throughout the years until 1954-55. It, along with other deep mines, that were operating throughout the Panther Valley by the Lehigh Coal & Navigation Company shut down all operations.

In 1955, The Coaldale Mining Company was formed by a group of individuals, and in 1960, The Fauzio Brothers bought the entire coal operations from the Lehigh Coal & Navigation Company and called itself “The Greenwood Stripping Corporation.”

In 1962, a small group of miners formed a small mining company called “Lanscoal” and leased the No. 9 Mine from the Fauzio Brothers. The Mine was operated until 1972. At that time, it was the world’s longest running anthracite coal mine in the United States. In 1974, the Fauzio Brothers sold the property to the “Bethlehem Mines.”

Anthracite coal is a variety of coal known by its sheen. It has the highest carbon content. During the time of No. 9’s operation, anthracite coal was the most popular fuel for heating structures in the Face of a “True Miner” North and East of the US. In 1989, Attorney James Curran from Pottsville bought the mining property from Bethlehem Mines and went back to “The Lehigh Coal & Navigation Company.” In 1990 “The Panther Creek Valley Foundation” was formed with the idea of creating an organization to preserve local history. Several years later, after much construction and hard work, the No. 9 Mine & Museum was opened in 2002 as a tourist attraction.

First of the 5 mine volunteers that worked in the No. 9 Mine to refurbish and bring it up to State specs for tourism. From left to right: John Fauzio, Mine Superintendent, Greg Yurchak, Mine Foreman, Dave Kuchta, Jack Julo, and Dave Zabian. Absent at time of photo Dan Farber. Kuchta and Julo are holding the first large piece of coal that was brought out since the mine was last worked in 1972.

First form of a Steam Powered Lokie used in the mines.

Mine Mules

by David Kuchta from his book “Once a Man, Twice a Boy" (Copyright 1999)

Mine Mules pulling coal cars with drivers, some as young as the age of 14 and the mule stables within the mines.

Pictured above: A coal mine Trapper Boy. His only job was to open and close the door when the coal cars came.

Young Coal Miners

Mules were a large part of the mining history. They were used to pull the miners and coal cars during the 19th and early 20th Centuries. Miners were very devoted to the mules that worked along side of them in the mines because without them the hard work would have taken longer. Mules were often given names to reflect their disposition such as Sparky or Pokey and the song “My Sweetheart, The Mule” was often sang.

A good mule’s life was valued more than a human. In the event of a mining accident, management would be more concerned about the fate of the mule more than a mine worker because the replacement of a mule cost more than a mine worker.

A good mule driver knew that treating the mules with kindness got better results than mistreating them. Mules loved to get treats such as candy, cookies, apples, carrots, and chewing tobacco! When you gave the mules treats like this, they became your friends.

Mules are very smart but also very thick headed! Mules were known to pull three cars full of coal and would stop dead in their tracks if they felt the extra weight. They would balk at commands and just stand there… they wouldn’t move no matter what the driver did.

Some drivers were mean and ruthless! If the mules were stubborn, the drivers would hit them. If a mule got mad at a driver, they would kick them in the head or chest or squeeze them against the wall of the mine, sometimes leading to fatalities.

Around 1964, the government outlawed the use of any animals, as beasts of burdens, in any mines. So, this ended the illustrious career of the “Mine Mule.”

Miners Strike at Coal Mine – Original caption from October 10, 1937 Coaldale, Pennsylvania. Grouped around the entrance of the Lehigh Navigation Coal Company’s mine are miners who have struck sympathy with 39 “Stay-Down” miners who are at present 1300 feet underground in this same mine. Officials of the company sent word down to the miners that their wage demands would be met if they would come to the surface. The Stay-Downs” replied that they would come up to the surface only if an agreement was made in black and white. Other miners have struck in sympathy with the underground group, thereby paralyzing the workings of the Lehigh Company’s miners in this area.

Lehigh Coal & Navigation miner’s coming up in cage after sit-down strike.

For more information about mining history, visit No. 9 Mine & Museum in Lansford, PA. Take a tour 1600 feet into the mine where you can see the miner’s hospital, the mule-way and the original 900 foot elevator shaft.

Also, visit the museum & gift shop housed in the Wash Shanty. The museum is filled with tools, food cans, blasting equipment, clothing and more that belonged to the miners of No. 9 Mine. There are several exhibits that include carved pieces of coal, historical photographs, paintings, models, a replica of a miner’s kitchen and many other artifacts. Finally, visit our gift shop and take home a souvenir.

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Dr. Young Memorial Hospital Room. Built to give first aid to any accident victim before removal from the mine. It was carved out of a solid rock wall and located on the water level gangway of the No. 9 Mine and it can be seen inside the mine today.

Replica of a miner’s kitchen currently in the No. 9 Mine’s Museum.

Preserving Coal Mining Heritage in Historic Landsford, PA

by Bill Harleman, President of the Lansford Historical Society and Board Member of No. 9 Mine & Museum

With the celebration of the 250th Anniversary of our region and people in 2018, the Lansford Historical Society expresses the importance of coal in the development of Lansford. Millions of tons of the finest Anthracite coal ever formed lies beneath the ground in and around the Lansford area. Immigrants flocked to Lansford in the 1800’s for jobs in the mining industry headed by the oldest organized coal company, the Lehigh Coal & Navigation Co. headquartered in Lansford for well over 150 years.

The Lansford Historical Society prides itself on preserving Lansford’s rich history. In 2012 the society created a National Historic District in Lansford, encompassing most of the town within the district. Lansford is the second National Historic District formed in Carbon County. Currently, the society is printing a Historic District brochure to guide visitors to the historic sites in Lansford.

Lansford’s vast mining history is alive and well at the No. 9 Mine & Museum. Thousands of visitors every year tour the oldest continually operated coal mine in the world.

Bringing tourists from all over, the No. 9 Mine & Museum continues to offer an experience like no other. The adjacent Wash Shanty Museum houses the largest collection of tools and mining related items in the area. Not only is it a fun and interesting place to visit, but an educational experience into the history of our Coal Region.

The Lansford Historical Society and the No. 9 Mine & The Wash Shanty was used by the miners to wash Museum in Lansford are organizations dedicated to pre- up before heading home after a long day in the serving the history of Lansford as a town and an integral mines. It is currently the home of The No. 9 Mine & Museum. part of our coal mining heritage.

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A special “Thank You” to David Kuchta, President of No. 9 Mine & Museum for 20 years of hard work, love and dedication to preserving the history of coal mining. Also, a big “Thank You” to all the great folks of the Panther Creek Valley Foundation and Lehigh Anthracite, LLC in helping us celebrate 250 years of anthracite in our region.

Rusty Taylor CEO & President of Lehigh Anthracite

Present day mining at the Lehigh Anthracite in Lansford, Pennsylvania­—“The Northeastern Coal Belt”. The Mammoth is Carbon dated by the Smithsonian Institute to be over 500 million years old.

The Yuke hauls raw coal to the breaker and can hold up to 100 tons of coal

A lump of coal from “The Mammoth” The Black Diamonds of Northeastern, Pennsylvania

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However, before you fire up the grill, you will want to ensure your backyard is prepped and ready to host your friends and family.

Here are three tips to help you create the perfect setting for your patio party: 1. Lay the groundwork­. The first step to setting any stage is to lay the groundwork.

Unfortunately, many deck or patio surfaces become uncomfortably hot in the direct sun.

The problem affects dark-colored deck boards, especially, which absorb heat throughout the day, as well as some composite boards that hold heat. As a result, what should be a comfortable stroll across your deck might end up feeling more like a crash course in the ancient art of fire walking. An overly hot deck is especially problematic for young children and pets, whose feet are more heat sensitive.

"Many people tell us they love the beauty and durability of their composite deck, but not the heat," said Brent Gwatney, vice president of MoistureShield Decking. His company has developed a solution they call CoolDeck technology. The boards are engineered to absorb up to 35 percent less heat than other composites in similar colors, for a noticeably lower surface temperature on hot summer days.

2. Create shade. Once you have protected your feet from the heat, you'll want to shield the rest of your body from the summer sun with a pergola or gazebo. These stylish coverings provide a refreshing shady area for friends and family to relax and enjoy themselves. Turn this area into the ultimate relaxation zone by adding hammocks or hanging chairs, along with climbing vines for added beauty and extra protection from the sun.

If you are a weekend do-it-yourself type, look for gazebo and pergola plans on popular social media sites like Pinterest and Houzz. For the less handy, many deck builders will complete the project for you without breaking the bank.

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The pricing varies greatly depending on whether you decide on a custom build, or choose to purchase a prefab or portable unit from a home improvement store. With a custom-built fireplace you can even include an outdoor pizza oven and give your guests an alternative to the typical burgers and hot dogs menu. A custom-built fireplace will cost more, and will require a stonemason, but will allow for more personalized features. For more budget-friendly options, you can always pick up a simple wood-burning fire pit from your local home improvement store, starting as low as $200.

Whether you are designing a completely new backyard or just giving your existing one a face-lift, these three tips will help you to create a stylish space that will keep you and your guests comfortable and happy during all of your summer events.

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MASTER GARDENER: Danger: Spotted Lanternfly

by Mary Ann Miller, Master Gardener

A dangerous new pest is threatening our fruit and forest industries. Spotted Lanternfly (SLF), native to China, India and Vietnam, was first discovered in the US in Berks County in 2014 and has since spread throughout southeastern PA. SLF has also been found in portions of Delaware and New York.

SLF has piercing-sucking mouthparts which enable it to feed on the sap of leaves, twigs, branches, and trunks. In April and May the immature nymphs feed on small plants, vines, and new growth of trees. Later instars (life stages) feed on branches and trunks. Honeydew, a substance excreted by the insect, and sap seeping from wounds in the tree attract other insects. These excretions also encourage the growth of a fungus known as sooty mold, which can stunt growth.

Heavy infestations may result in the death of the plant.

Its preferred host is the invasive Tree of Heaven (Ailianthus altissima), but it also affects timber, ornamental, and fruit trees as well as smaller fruits such as grapes and blueberries. Penn State reports that in 2017 “extensive sooty mold growth was observed on and around forest trees, such as tree of heaven, willow, and maples, and blackening of adjacent plants in the forest understory. Black walnut feeding caused yellowing and shocked trees into a general decline. SLF spread to more vineyards in 2017, reducing yield in one… In late August … large numbers of SLF were observed flying into and feeding on the trunks and branches of apple trees as well as nectarines and peaches.”

The appearance of SLF varies with its life stages. Adults are about an inch in length, and their wings are gray with black spots when closed. In flight, their hind wings are also seen, and they have patches of red and black. Nymphs or immature SLF have four stages or instars. They have no wings in these

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The PA Department of Agriculture has quarantined the southeast counties of Pennsylvania to regulate the movement of plants, plant-based materials and outdoor household items out of the area. Schuylkill and Carbon counties are included in the quarantine, but it has not yet extended to Luzerne.

Pennsylvania residents are asked to help manage the infestation of Spotted Lanternfly by reporting any sighting of the insect or its egg masses in non-quarantined areas to the PA Department of Agriculture by emailing badbug@pa.gov or by calling the Invasive Species Hotline at 1-866253-7189. SLF is most likely to be found on Tree of Heaven, so that is the best place to look for it. Try to collect the insect and put it into a vial filled with alcohol to kill and preserve it or try to take a picture of it so that the sighting can be confirmed.

Information for this article was obtained from Penn State Extension’s website on Spotted Lantern Fly (https://extension.psu.edu/spotted-lanternfly), which also contains links to additional articles, photos, and videos. Additional information can also be obtained from Penn State Extension Luzerne County at 1-888-825-1701.

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by Scott McGillivray (NAPS)—We think of our homes as our haven from the world. In it, we house the people and things that we treasure most. In time, we might also undertake to expand or modify our homes to better suit our needs through different life stages. Perhaps a previous owner has done the same. Remodeling a house can provide significant advantages and serve as an opportunity to make things better, especially if your home is getting on in years. It’s also a good time to identify potential problems in order to ensure safety, comfort and performance. Here are five things to consider when remodeling: What’s behind the walls? Do you know what type of insulation exists or its current condition? It’s worthwhile to find out. Some older homes contain outdated materials that could be harmful. In basements and bathrooms, in attics and in areas where there’s been some moisture penetration, it’s not uncommon to discover moldy fiberglass or other insulating materials that should be removed. This can compromise air quality and be the source of

potential health issues. When upgrading, opt for an insulation with an inorganic composition. Professional builders often favor a stone wool product such as Rockwool Comfortbatt or Safe ’n’ Sound because it resists moisture, adds fire protection and is an excellent soundabsorbing material.

Consider a professional home inspection.

The goal is to help identify any potential hazards within your home. These can take many forms. Think knob-and-tube wiring, overloaded panels or cracked foundations.

Lead paint. Older houses (pre-1978) may have base coats of lead paint beneath the newer ones. Lead can cause harmful effects if ingested or inhaled as dust. Be careful to avoid raising dust if scraping or sanding old walls or molding. Test for (and seal) exposed areas of lead paint.

Educate yourself about air quality. Radon is a particular concern. It’s a radioactive gas that naturally accumulates in some houses—and the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking. Use a radon long-term detector to

measure the level of radon in your home to determine if you need to reduce it.

Pay close attention to combustion appliances. If not properly maintained or vented to the outside, combustion appliances, including your furnace, gas stove or water heater, can release pollutants such as carbon monoxide—a colorless and odorless gas. Ensure appliances are well maintained and inspected at least once a year. Install carbon monoxide detectors.

There’s no place like home, so doing all that you can to ensure that it’s a safe, healthy and comfortable place will give you the peace of mind necessary to enjoy it to its fullest.

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• Ceiling light fixtures—Bugs see UV lighting more clearly than humans, making ceiling light fixtures a common place to find insects. Flies, beetles, cockroaches and wasps are attracted to the warmth and light, which, unfortunately for them, typically results in an early death.

• Electrical outlets—One of the most unexpected places pests hide is inside your electrical outlets. Ants, beetles and bed bugs have been known to hide in electrical outlets and the voids behind the outlet plate. A pest control technician may use a dry residual dust product to reduce any bugs that could be residing there. If bed bugs are found in electrical outlets, it is likely there are more in other parts of the room or home, so call a professional to schedule a full home inspection.

• The kitchen pantry—Equally likely to welcome uninvited guests is your kitchen pantry and cupboards. Pantry pests can include moths, weevils, beetles and mice, all of which are attracted to food stored in the kitchen. Pantry pests can quickly contaminate batches of cooking and baking ingredients, such as flour, grains, spices and pricey nuts and dried fruits. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to keep them out of your cabinets, including examining all packaging for damage; avoiding storing food in original cardboard and paper packaging and instead choosing airtight containers with sealing lids; buying smaller quantities of products and using them before expiration; consistently organizing and cleaning your pantry; and throwing away all contaminated food. For even more information on secret places pests may be hiding in your home, go to Terminix.com.

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For example, greens can instantly transform into a unique meal when you add creative options like duck breast to help elevate the dish.

Because it's a red meat, duck breast provides a hearty taste, similar to steak, while being leaner and lower in saturated fat than other red meats.

In this Cherry-Glazed Duck Breast Salad, homemade cherry vinaigrette glazes duck breast and dresses baby spinach while blue cheese and slivered almonds add texture and flavor. As a bonus, you can save the duck breast skin to make cracklins for a quick snack or crunchy salad topping.

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Cherry-Glazed Duck Breast Salad Recipe courtesy of Chef Ted Cizma on behalf of Maple Leaf Farms Ingredients: Cherry Vinaigrette: 2 cups dried cherries, divided 3 cups hot water 1/3 cup raspberry vinegar 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil salt, to taste freshly ground black pepper, to taste Duck Breasts: 2 Maple Leaf Farms Boneless Duck Breasts

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6 cups loosely packed baby spinach leaves, washed and trimmed 2 cups blue cheese 2 cups slivered almonds Directions: To make Cherry Vinaigrette: In small saucepan over low heat, cover 1 cup cherries with water. Bring to simmer, cover pan and remove from heat. Let cherries soak in hot water 15-20 minutes. Strain cherries and reserve liquid.

In food processor or blender, puree cherries until smooth, adding reserved liquid as necessary. Add raspberry vinegar to cherry mixture.

With blender or food processor on low, slowly add olive oil, reserving about 2 tablespoons.

Season mixture, to taste, with salt and pepper.

Set aside Cherry Vinaigrette.

Heat grill to medium heat. Remove skin from duck breasts. Rub with remaining olive oil and season liberally with salt and pepper. Pour some Cherry Vinaigrette into separate container to use as glaze; reserve remaining for dressing.

Using pastry brush, coat duck breasts with Cherry Vinaigrette.

Cook duck until crisp and dark brown (about 5-6 minutes), turn over and recoat with Cherry Vinaigrette. Continue cooking until second side is crisp and brown, brushing with vinaigrette as needed, about 4 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 155 F. Remove to cutting board and let rest at least 5 minutes.

Place spinach in mixing bowl. Toss spinach with enough dressing to coat leaves. Add blue cheese, almonds and most of remaining dried cherries, reserving some of each for garnish. Season with salt and pepper.

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The Greater Hazleton Concert Series Announces Its 83rd Season Celebrating 83 years of outstanding performances, The Greater Hazleton Concert Series, a non-profit, community-based organization, continues to offer top quality, professional, entertainment at reasonable prices.

The 2018-2019 season will feature seven exciting, professional, concerts for just $100!

That is just $14.28 per concert!

The season will open on Thursday, Sept. 20, 2018, with The Duprees.

Known the world over for their romantic interpretations of the most beautiful love songs ever written, the Duprees have made a career out of giving new life to old hits. Starting out in the early sixties, in Jersey City, New Jersey, The Duprees were discovered by George Paxton of Coed Records and former big band leader. Impressed with their smooth vocal quality, he had them record Jo Stafford's 1950's ballad "You Belong to Me" with Big Band arrangements. It was an instant national hit and the group's first Million Seller.

On Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2018, the season continues with Mandy Barnett. Mandy Barnett, a native of Crossville, Tennessee, started singing at the age of five. She has been singing ever since. Mandy’s style is rooted in the classic country and pop crooning of iconic singers and enduring sounds. Mandy tours regularly, nationally and internationally, and is a frequent guest on the Grand Ole Opry. She reprised her role as “Patsy Cline” in the acclaimed production “Always... Patsy Cline” at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee, in honor of the 15th anniversary of the celebrated venue’s extensive renovations and re-opening.

On Friday, November 16, 2018, the season

continues with The Company Men. Unlike any other four-man vocal group touring today, The Company Men uniquely interweave today's Top 40 hits with re-imagined classics of the last six decades by blending songs by your favorite artists, including Sam Smith, The Four Tops, Michael Jackson, Katy Perry, Adele, The Temptations, Sam Cooke, The Weekend, Billy Joel, Prince, Meghan Trainor, Bruno Mars, Michael Bublé, Nick Jonas, The Eagles and more. Their show “A NIGHT OF HITS” brings you a staggering 60 plus songs in just 90 minutes!

The Cellar Dwellarzz will present a special holiday concert Friday, December 7, 2018. The Cellar Dwellarzz Jazz Ensemble is a recently formed community jazz group, dedicated to the education, practice and performance of jazz music, under the direction of Mr. Neil Forte III and Miss Jennifer Gerhard. The members of the group are area students from Drums, Heights-Terrace, Valley Elementary Middle schools, MMI, and Hazleton Area High School in grades 5-12.

The 2019 portion of the season will open on Thursday, February 21 with Kol Esperanza. This young Israeli operatic pop trio and two sopranos, backed by a 13 piece band, perform classical songs, opera great hits, standards, Broadway and film hits. Their performances have a wide appeal to different gen-

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erations.

The season continues Thursday, March 21, 2019, with In the Mood. Much more than a concert, In the Mood presents a retro 1940s musical revue featuring the In the Mood Singers and Dancers with the sensational String of Pearls Big Band Orchestra. The music and the arrangements are as authentic as it gets. This was a time that all America was listening and dancing to the same kind of music.

Neil Berg’s 101 Years of Broadway will close the season on Tuesday, April 16, 2019.

101 Years of Broadway recreates the biggest moments from the finest shows of the century featuring the actual stars of shows such as The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Evita, CATS, Wonderful Town, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Fiddler on the Roof. These amazing performers light up the stage with songs from the hit shows in which they starred. Neil Berg presents brilliantly revived arrangements of Broadway classics as well as thrilling songs from Broadway’s newest hit shows.

A Concert Series subscription provides admission to seven great performances at a cost of $100 for adults, $50 for students, and $225 for family subscriptions. All concerts begin at 7:30 PM at the Hazleton High School Auditorium (1601 W. 23rd Street, Hazleton, PA) where convenient, lighted parking is free, and the drive is short.

For detailed concert descriptions visit the Greater Hazleton Concert Series website, www.hazletonconcertseries.org. Subscription brochures are available on the web site or by calling Amelia at 570-788-4864, or Cynthia at 570-436-6615. For up to the minute information on the series, like us on Facebook.

Simple, Local Nutrition: 5 Reasons To Feel Good About The Dairy In Your Diet Valmont Plaza, 252 Susquehanna Blvd., West Hazleton

(BPT) - When you sip a wholesome smoothie or savor a slice of cheesy pizza, do you ever wonder who's behind your favorite dairy foods?

More than 97 percent of dairy farms in the United States are family-owned and operated - and these families are as passionate about crafting simple, nutritious dairy products as you are about enjoying them. From dairy farmers to chefs, and everyone in between, the hardworking people who put delicious dairy foods on your table all share one undeniable characteristic: devotion.

Other than the great taste and rich farming tradition behind dairy products, here are five more reasons to make dairy a regular part of your diet: • Dairy is a local business. When you buy cheese, yogurt or milk, you're supporting hard-working dairy farm families near you, which helps create jobs. The dairy products you're feeding your family probably came from another hard-working family near you.

And dairy farms are the ultimate local businesses: Most milk is made less than a twohour drive from where it's sold.

• It's natural. Real milk, cheese and butter taste the most natural because, well, they are the most natural. So, when you add a splash of milk to your morning coffee or top a baked potato with butter and sour cream, you're keeping it real - and fresh.

• Dairy is simple and affordable. At a time when eating healthy seems to get more and more complicated - and expensive - dairy remains simple and affordable. Why? A glass of milk is the No. 1 source of nine essential

nutrients like calcium, vitamin D and B vitamins.

• It's good at any age. Dairy is beneficial for all ages, because it is a top food source for calcium, potassium and vitamin D - nutrients that many Americans, including children, are most lacking in their diets. And dairy products are safe to consume. "The bottom line is milk and other dairy foods are safe and nutritious foods you can recommend to others and enjoy with confidence," confirms Dr. Gregory Miller, PhD, FACN, chief science officer at National Dairy Council.

• Dairy packs a protein punch. Dairy is an important and widely available source of protein, which helps rebuild and repair muscle.

If you took it out of your diet, you'd need to eat up to 30 percent more plant proteins to match the quality of the protein that's in dairy.

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Two popular varieties from Angry Orchard, the No. 1–selling hard cider in the country, are Angry Orchard Crisp Apple and new Angry Orchard Rosé. Crisp Apple is bright and fruit forward, like biting into a fresh apple. Made with two apples in every bottle, Crisp Apple is available in six-packs as well as 12-oz. and 16-oz. cans. Another cider perfect for alfresco dining is Angry Orchard Rosé. Available in six-packs, Rosé is crafted with a delicious blend of apples, including rare red-flesh apples from France, that delivers the crisp and refreshing qualities of cider with a rosy hue and floral aroma.

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clams in salted water for 30 minutes. Lift out of water and set aside. Preheat grill to medium. Create a double-layer packet with aluminum foil. Place clams in packet and pour cider over. Close packet tightly and place on grill for 10–15 minutes or until clams open.

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Add Spice To Summer Entertaining (Family Features) Warmer weather may mean finding ways to cool off, but that doesn't mean you can't bring bold flavors to the gathering you're hosting with family and friends. Whether it's a barbecue bash or a casual pool party, there is a flavorful blend perfect for nearly every occasion.

When the sun is shining, it's time to fire up the grill, which means you can get creative and show off your skills. Add a little flavor to your world - Dale Sabor A Tu Mundo - with a versatile ingredient like Tabasco Sauce, which has helped personalize the flavors of food across the globe for nearly 150 years. Whether used as an ingredient or condiment, it can add flavor to virtually any type of cuisine, including Mexican favorites like this Parrillada Mixta with Garlic and Sweet Chipotle Marinades.

Throw some steak, shrimp and chicken on the grill and combine with sweet and spicy marinades to create a grilled spread that's nearly irresistible. Take it up a notch and serve it with sides such as fresh limes, sizzling onions, creamy guacamole, pico de gallo and soft corn tortillas to complete your meal. It's a tasty way to add an extra kick of flavor to summer entertaining.

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Place steaks in re-sealable plastic bag and pour in marinade. Note: Marinating time depends on the cut of beef selected. For fajitas or Parrillada Mixta with Garlic and skirt steak, marinate at least 6 hours.

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14 garlic cloves, peeled In separate re-sealable plastic bags, divide 1 medium white onion, quartered marinade over chicken and shrimp. Allow 1 1/2 cups light Mexican beer shrimp to marinate 8 hours and chicken 24 3/4 cup olive oil hours.

1 tablespoon coarse black pepper To prepare meat: Remove steak, shrimp 4 tablespoons Tabasco Chipotle Pepper Sauce and chicken from marinade and set aside.

1 teaspoon salt Heat grill to medium-high heat. Brush off 2 flank steaks (1 pound each) excess marinade and grill chicken first, to desired doneness, then steak and shrimp. Note: Sweet Chipotle Marinade: Cooking times will vary depending on cuts of Ingredients: meat and desired doneness. For best results, 8 garlic cloves, peeled use a meat thermometer.

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Refreshing Watermelon ate this for 20-30 minutes before serving. thickened, about 15 to 20 minutes.

Serve with tortilla chips. Yields: approx.

Combine the feta and ricotta in a food processor or blender and process until smooth. 2 cups Add additional ricotta or feta if necessary to reach your desired consistency.

Spread the whipped feta on the toasted bread and top with the finely chopped watermelon. Sprinkle with the black pepper, basil, and chives. Drizzle the reduced balsamic over the bruschetta. Serve.

Watermelon Bruschetta with Balsamic Drizzle Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups of fresh seedless watermelon, chopped 1 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 1 cup feta cheese crumbles 1/4 cup part skim ricotta cheese 3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped 1 baguette (or other quality loaf of bread) cut into ~1 1/2" thick slices Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste Directions: Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet under the broiler and toast for a few minutes, until slightly crispy.

In a medium-sized saucepan, mix the balsamic vinegar and honey and heat over medium-high. Stir regularly and let the mixture reach a simmer, and then reduce heat slightly to keep at simmering point. Stir occasionally and remove from heat once the mixture has reduced by half and the mixture is

Watermelon Salsa Ingredients: 1/2 baby seedless watermelon 1 large mango, diced 1/2 red onion, diced 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced 2 limes, zested and juiced 1 Pinch salt 1/4 c. cilantro, chopped 1 bag Tortilla chips Directions: Slice one baby seedless watermelon in half lengthwise. Trim a little off of the rounded edge of the watermelon, so it sits up like a bowl without rolling around. Use a spoon to scoop out the watermelon flesh of one half— being careful not to scoop all the way through the trimmed bottom—forming a bowl with the watermelon rind. Dice the watermelon flesh into bite-sized pieces.

Pour diced watermelon, mango, onion, jalapeño, lime juice, lime zest, salt and cilantro into a large mixing bowl, tossing to combine.

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Watermelon Strawberry Caprese Salad Ingredients: 3 c. watermelon, cubed 2 c. strawberries, chopped 1/2 c. Feta, crumbled 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 c. fresh basil, torn Directions: In a large bowl, combine watermelon, strawberries, feta and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Garnish with basil and serve. Serves 4

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For Spicy Watermelon BBQ Sauce: 3/4 cup watermelon juice 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp Dijon mustard 2 cloves garlic minced 4 ounces tomato paste 2 tbsp Sriracha pepper sauce more or less, to taste For Pickled Watermelon Rind Relish: 1 cup diced watermelon drained of excess juice 1/2 cup diced pickled watermelon rind homemade or oldsouth.com 2 tbsp liquid from picked watermelon rind 2 plum tomatoes seeded and diced 1 jalapeno seeded and minced 2 tbsp minced fresh cilantro Other: 16 tortillas

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For Spicy Watermelon BBQ Sauce: Prepare BBQ sauce by adding all ingredients together in medium sauce pan. Bring to boil over medium-high heat and reduce to low. Simmer for 20 minutes. Pour desired amount over beef, remainder may be stored in the refrigerator for a week. Makes about 2 cups.

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Geisinger Gold members now are able to access inpatient and outpatient services at LVH–Hazleton, the Health & Wellness Center at Hazleton, the Health Center at Mountain Top, ExpressCARE and at other LVH– Hazleton outpatient sites. Geisinger Gold is also accepted at all Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG)–Hazleton offices through the northeast region.

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Summer Safety Tips For Seniors

by Melanie Furlong, SpiriTrust Lutheran Home Care & Hospice Summer draws people outdoors to enjoy sunshine and activities with family and friends but with that warm weather also comes some concerns for seniors. The US Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that every year around 300 people in the US die from heat related ailments. In addition, thousands of people suffer from dehydration, heat stroke and heat exhaustion.

Seniors are more susceptible to the effects of heat as their bodies return to normal more slowly and their bodies cooling mechanism is not as efficient as younger people. Seniors should be

aware of the health problems related to summer heat and the preventive & safety steps that they should take to avoid these problems.

Did you know the faster you move the faster your body gets heated up? Take it slow in the summer, especially when it is hot. Plan outdoor activities for early mornings when it is cooler. Use shaded areas under trees or covered porches when you’re outdoors. If you don’t have air conditioning, visit a shopping mall, library, or other public place to stay cool during the heat of the day.

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ing the summer months and some medications cause loss of fluid & electrolytes from the body and can prove dangerous. It has been found that some diuretics, antibiotics and other medications can slow down the body temperature.

You should always check with doctors and pharmacists to find out if your medications have these side effects. It is vital to take extra fluids during summer months to compensate for dehydration. Sports drinks can add the extra electrolytes that are depleted with heat exposure.

Make sure you use sun block with an SPF of (30+) and avoid direct sun as much as possible by seeking out shaded areas. Also, avoid caffeine and alcoholic beverages as much as possible as they accelerate dehydration. Wearing loose, light colored clothing and a hat can help protect your skin from exposure to the sun.

Heat strokes can be a scary condition during hot, humid days. The symptoms of heat stroke include strong pulse, body temperature above 104 degrees, hot, dry skin and mental confusion. If these symptoms arise, contact your local medical emergency team or 911 immediately. In the meantime, until medical staff arrives, keep giving rehydrating fluids to bring down the body temperature.

Hopefully these tips will provide you with some useful information to enjoy these beautiful, warm sunny days. It’s a great time of the year to get out of the house and take advantage of all the great things going on in our community during the summer months.

Melanie Furlong is the Community Relations Director for SpiriTrust Lutheran Home Care & Hospice. Call 800-8409081 for more information about services available or visit www.SpiriTrustLutheranHomeCare.org.

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by Frank Glushefski, D.M.D. School is out and summer is finally here!

The warm summer days give way to vacations, backyard barbeques, and a whole host of outdoor activities. After what seems to be a prolonged winter, everyone, including myself, wants to take full advantage of the much anticipated summer.

Although it may be the furthest notion from your mind, a family visit to the Dentist this summer should be on your agenda.

Most people, including parents, are unaware that children are far more susceptible to oral diseases, tooth decay, and gingivitis than are adults. The fact that children are home from school as are college-aged teens affords a perfect, most timely, opportunity to schedule appointments with the Dentist. This appointment should be made for a thorough cleaning, oral hygiene instruction, and both clinical and diagnostic examinations.

Early detection and treatment of any oral issues such as tooth decay or gingivitis will assure a perfectly uneventful and dentally painless upcoming school year. If advanced treatments such as root canals or even more commonly third molar extractions are necessary, the long days of summer versus during the school year is a major advantage.

Unbelievably today there are some parents that are of the thought that primary

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teeth are unimportant since they are eventually lost with time anyway. Not true. If decay on “baby teeth” is allowed to continue, it can and will damage the permanent adult teeth which develop near the roots of the “baby teeth”. The damage which is caused may be irreversibly permanent.

Strong, healthy teeth and gums are of paramount importance for children of all ages so as to prevent dental pain and discomfort. If a child experiences pain when eating, it can severely compromise their nutrition and digestion resulting in digestive disorders and weight loss.

Healthy incisors are necessary for proper speech development. Healthy canines are

necessary for proper tearing and dissecting of food and healthy molars are necessary for proper crushing of food. All three tooth sectors are needed to be in optimal functioning order and be free of decay in order to work in harmony. So moms and dads, contrary to, unfortunately, common belief “baby teeth” or primary teeth are every bit as important as permanent teeth.

Parents, I encourage to instill and reinforce the importance of dental care from a very early age right through their teens. Summer break will allow you the much needed time to begin the chain of responsibility to assure that this mindset will continue through adulthood and prevent your children from becoming dental phobic and avoid major dental issues later on in life. It is my personal experience that those patients who had been properly led down the road of prevention by their parents early on that exhibit the absolute best oral health.

I encourage you to contact my office to schedule yourself (to lead an example for your children) and your family to assure you receive the excellent preventative care both you and your family deserve. You may contact our office at (570)443-9892 and feel free to browse our website at www.toothdocpa.com

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UV Rays And Skin Cancer The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has named July as Ultraviolet (UV) Safety Month. The goal is to spread the word about how important it is to protect everyone’s skin from the harmful effects of UV rays.

Radiation is the emission of energy from any source, and there are many types of radiation.

Ultraviolet radiation is a form of electromagnetic

radiation and the main source of UV radiation (rays) is the sun, although it can also come from man-made sources such as tanning beds and welding torches.

Exposure to UV radiation is the main factor that causes skin cells to become cancer cells.

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to education, prevention, early detection, and prompt treatment of skin cancer, about 90 percent of non-melanoma skin cancers and about 86 percent of melanomas are associated with exposure to UV radiation from the sun.

Skin cancer develops in the cells in the epidermis, the top or outer layer of the skin. UV radiation is made up of UVA and UVB rays which are able to penetrate the skin and cause permanent damage to the cells below: • UVA rays age skin cells and can damage their DNA. These rays are linked to long-term skin damage such as wrinkles, but they are also thought to play a role in some skin cancers.

Most tanning beds give off large amounts of UVA, which has been found to increase skin cancer risk.

• UVB rays have slightly more energy than UVA rays. They can damage skin cells’ DNA directly, and are the main rays that cause sunburns. They are also thought to cause most skin cancers.

Too much UV radiation from the sun can damage the genetic material (the DNA) in your skin cells. If enough DNA damage builds up over time, it can cause cells to start growing out of control, which can lead to skin cancer.

Melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers can be invasive. As well as growing across the surface of the skin, tumors can sometimes grow down through the layers of skin. If the tumor grows through the wall of a blood or lymph vessel, cancer cells can break off and spread to other parts of the body. This is why skin cancer is usually easier to treat successfully when it is caught at an early stage.

At the Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton, external beam radiation therapy (EBRT) is used in the treatment of skin cancer. EBRT is a painless and noninvasive treatment for skin cancer, damaging cancer cells and their ability to multiply. During treatment, high-energy X-rays are delivered to the cancer cells with a linear accelerator (LINAC). Radiation is very damaging to the cancer cells, but is well tolerated by the surrounding normal cells. Also, radiation penetrates only a very short distance into the skin, so that internal organs can be completely spared from its effects. Treatments are outpatient and usually take about 15 minutes. Side effects are generally minimal, and most patients return to routine activities immediately after each treatment.

To learn more about treating skin cancer with radiation therapy, please contact the Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton at (570) 459-3460 or visit CancerTreatmentCenterHazleton.com.

The Heart And Soul Of Hazleton provided by Lehigh Valley Health Network Telehealth uses secure telecommunication technology to collaborate with LVHN specialists located in the Lehigh Valley and beyond to diagnose, monitor and treat patients who remain here in Hazleton. Among the telehealth offerings used in Hazleton are TeleNeurology, TeleBurnSM, TeleStroke, Advanced Intensive Care Unit (AICU) and TeleInfectious Disease.

“Recently, one of my patients came in with a strange set of symptoms,” Valente says.

“He had a prolonged fever yet all the normal tests came back negative. Working through LVHN’s telehealth program, we determined No compromise care It’s his passion for this community that that this patient had a rare tick-borne disease, drives Valente’s dedication to bringing qual- not usually seen on this side of the Mississippi ity services and care to his patients. Provid- River.” ing award-winning programs right at LVH– There’s no place like home Hazleton means that Valente doesn’t need to After all, the programs offered by LVH– choose between his hometown and leadingedge medical care – and neither do his neigh- Hazelton and LVHN resources allow Valente to deliver quality medical care to his homebors.

LVH–Hazleton is a certified Primary town.

Stroke Center. Among its most impressive programs are Stroke Alert and award-winning MI Alert programs, which allow health care providers at LVH–Hazleton to quickly identify and assess stroke and heart attack patients and transfer them to a partner hospital when necessary.

Telehealth helps patients receive care right here Valente says one of the most exciting programs offered by Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the telehealth program.

“Being part of LVHN, we are able to offer additional patient services that we could not as a small community hospital,” says Valente.

Home, specifically Hazleton, is where the heart is, especially for Anthony Valente, MD, chief medical officer at Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Hazleton. After graduating from Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey and completing his residency through the Scranton-Temple residency program, Valente came back home in 1991 to practice medicine in the community he loves.

“These are my friends, my neighbors, my family,” Valente says. “They are why I am here.”

“I sincerely enjoy taking care of the people here,” he says. “I would not want to be anywhere else.”

Next Step: To learn more about Lehigh Valley Hospital—Hazleton services, including telehealth, visit LVHN.org/Hazleton or call 888-402-LVHN.

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What’s Happening At Providence Place?

July 2018 Upcoming Events at Providence Place Reserve your spot today!

• July 3rd – Entertainment by George Rittenhouse – 6:30pm – dining room • July 4th – Entertainment by Paul Oschal – 2:30pm – 2nd floor • July 11th – Entertainment by Glenn Faul – 2:00pm – Connections Neighborhood • July 13th & July 27th – Chess Club – Outside Players Welcome! – 2:00pm – 2nd floor • July 18th – Entertainment by Gary Dee – Banjo Player – 2:00pm – Terrace Level • July 26th - Alzheimer’s Awareness Support Group- 2:00pm- Sunroom • July 31st – Entertainment by Carl Alber – 2:30pm – dining room

• Rosary & Communion – Every Wednesday – 10:00am-chapel - Every Thursday – 1:45pm-chapel • Providence Place Choir Performances – Every Sunday – 1:00pm – chapel Connections Club Connections Club provides customized care and programs for residents with memory loss while being proactive against the fight of dementia. Join club members who are participating in purposeful memory activities and having fun while enjoying the friendship of others.

During Baking Club the Connections Club members made Strawberry/Banana smoothies and also made a Pineapple/Cherry Dump Cake to share. It was a bit hit!

The next Alzheimer’s Association Support Group meeting is June 28, 2018 at 2:00pm.

This month, Bill Kringe, Yoga Instructor, will share Yoga relaxation techniques from 2:45pm – 3:15pm. If you know of a caregiver that needs support, tell them to join our support group.

Connections Neighborhood Connections Neighborhood welcomes the sunshine with open arms! Our connections residents are soaking up the sun and enjoying the summer breeze. The backyard is blossoming with flowers, fresh air and sunshine.

The patio awnings have been placed for those who would prefer the shaded area. You are welcome to join us anytime! We are looking forward to planning outdoor events and weekly lunches on the grill!

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Why Do We Have Wisdom Teeth?

by Dr. Melissa DellaCroce, Della Croce Dental Care Just as you enter adulthood, your wisdom teeth make their presence known in the far corners of your mouth. Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are the last set of teeth to come in. This usually occurs between 17 and 25 years of age.

The so-called "age of wisdom".

Wisdom teeth do not come in properly (if at all) for many people.

S o if wisdom teeth are virtually useless, why do we have them? One theory lies in the mouths of our ancestors. Early humans needed an extra row of teeth to chew their food: a diet of uncooked, hard items like roots, nuts, and meat. However, our diet has changed significantly since then.

Anatomy is at the root of most problems with wisdom teeth. Either jaws are too small or the teeth themselves are too big for the space available. This adds up to a crowded mouth.

Wisdom teeth can erupt sideways, only partially emerge from the gums, or trapped in the gums and jawbone. Partially impacted (erupted) wisdom teeth are chronically contaminated with bacteria associated with infection, inflammation, tooth decay, and gum disease. Because they are so far back in the mouth, it's hard to keep them clean and eliminate the bacteria.

Fully impacted wisdom teeth (teeth stuck in the jaw bone) also can get infected and disturb the position of the other molars.

It's all about location. Even when wisdom teeth come in fully, they can still cause a problem for a healthy mouth. The third molars are so far back in the mouth that it's easy for food to get trapped, leading to more bad news: plaque, cavities, and gum disease. Many people just can't reach them to brush and floss them well.

What to do about your wisdom teeth is a decision to make with your dentist or oral surgeon.

Removal isn't always a foregone conclusion.

Follow your dentist's advice. Because wisdom teeth are predisposed to problems, you'll have to be vigilant about oral hygiene and keeping regular dental appointments. If wisdom teeth show signs of disease or decay, your dentist will strongly suggest removal.

Surgery is an option for partially or fully impacted wisdom teeth. If not removed, they will need to be monitored very closely with regular dental exams, x-rays, and thorough periodontal cleanings for the rest of your life. Despite your best efforts, you may end up needing your wisdom teeth removed eventually.

It's important to get wisdom teeth examined

during your teens. Dentists and oral surgeons are able to determine whether the teeth will be functional or likely to cause problems down the road. If the decision is made to take them out, do not wait. The surgery is usually less complicated in young people. The roots of the wisdom are less established and, in general, healing is easier.

How to manage your wisdom teeth is ultimately your decision. Though it's aggravating to have to consider expensive surgery for teeth the body shouldn't be making anymore, it may be the right dental health option. Having a frank discussion with your dental health team and reviewing all your options is the first step in making the right choice.

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Senior Hydration: Why It’s Important

by Marlin Duncan, Comfort Keepers If someone ever asks you what you’re made of, the appropriate response should be, “water.”

After all, throughout most of our lives, water makes up more than 50% of our body content – a majority of which is contained inside our cells. And while it may sound like a lot, we’re not exactly great when it comes to holding onto it. Through perspiration, respiration, and urination, we experience an average loss of 70 ounces of water each day. This is, of course, why we replenish our fluids throughout the day. This may not be difficult for young or middle-age adults to do, but it can be trickier for seniors, due to certain age-related factors.

Because of this, seniors are more likely to become dehydrated, and face a greater risk of everything from falling to urinary tract infections, and even kidney failure. In this article, we’ll ex-

plore the factors that influence hydration, the • Difficulty swallowing health consequences of dehydration, and steps • Memory problems seniors and caregivers can take to reduce the • Medications, such as diuretics overall risk.

If left unchecked, dehydration can lead to a number of serious problems. In fact, it continues to be noted as one of the most frequent causes What Impacts Hydration of hospitalization among older adults. Immefor Seniors?

As mentioned, losing water through biologi- diate problems can include seizures and heat cal processes is normal. However, as we age, we stroke, but over time, dehydration can cause a tend to lose more than usual because the body’s reduction in blood volume, urinary tract infecability to conserve water diminishes with time. tions (UTIs), pneumonia, and kidney failure.

Complicating matters even further, older adults’ Given the severity of these problems, seniors thirst signals aren’t as efficient as they once were, should certainly recognize the importance of making it difficult to know when to drink wa- proper hydration, but it’s also critical for them to understand that dehydration is notinevitable. ter. Dehydration can also result from: • Chronic urinary incontinence Hydration Tips • Limited mobility Sixty-four ounces of water – or eight 8-ounce • Limited access to clean water glasses if it’s easier to remember – is generally considered the standard when it comes to proper daily intake, but more may be needed depending on prescribed medications or health conditions. Thus, seniors should talk to their physician and adjust accordingly. The tips below will help guide them toward the daily Coordinated, In-Home Care goal: Independently Owned and Operated • Keep water close by and within arm’s reach – We are caring for more individuals so... as a visual reminder we need more caring individuals!

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(NAPS)—Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a fatal neurological disease that attacks the nerve cells. It first gained national attention as Lou Gehrig’s disease, named after the famous baseball player who was diagnosed with ALS in 1939. To date, the cause of ALS is unknown, and there is still no known cure. The disease strikes quickly, usually leading to death within two to five years of diagnosis. But every person with ALS has an individual story, and understanding these stories will help researchers ultimately piece together clues about this disease.

The National ALS Registry helps gather information from those who are living with this disease. Researchers from all around the world can access the Registry data to help scientists learn more about what causes this disease. Everyone’s story is different, and everyone’s piece of the puzzle is essential. The Registry has found that almost 16,000 persons with ALS live in the United States, as of 2014. It is important to include as many people as possible living with the disease to get the most accurate information. When patients join, it helps give researchers more information. This could lead to a better understanding of the causes of ALS, because learning more about the disease is one step further in the battle to defeat it.

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by “The Hazleton Team” at Hazleton Imaging Hazleton Imaging has been serving patients in the area since 2001 and will continue providing the same service for many years to come. We are fully accredited by the ACR. The concept of Hazleton Imaging was created by a group of local Radiologists with the Sole purpose of providing unparalleled service and quality to the patients & physicians of the Wyoming Valley. These physicians earned the respect by the local clinicians as the elite providers of Radiology interpretation in the area at one of the regional hospital facilities.

From this, the concept of Hazleton Imaging, a full service, first class Diagnostic Imaging Center was conceived.

Our mission has always been and continues to be – to provide patients a better alternative from hospitals for their imaging needs.

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We have radiologists on site to read and speak to physicians as well as patient regarding any concerns. Our services include CT, DEXA, 3D DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY, ULTRASOUND, MRI/OPEN MRI, NUCLEAR MEDICINE, PET/CT, AND XRAY. Our staff is highly trained in all levels of radiology, is compassionate towards our local community and is dedicated to providing excellent care.

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What To Do For Your Knee Pain And Arthritis

by Ting Oh, PT, Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers Knee pain and arthritis is one of the major reasons a person has trouble walking and being active. Having painful knees can really put a damper on living life to the fullest. Recommendations for managing knee pain and arthritis has changed recently due to developments such as the opioid crisis and research showing arthroscopic knee surgery to be not successful for degenerative changes. This along with the trend towards people wanting more natural treatments and prevention has allowed us to help people successfully not

only manage knee pain and arthritis without medication and surgery, but also continue to live an active life as they age.

When looking to manage knee pain and arthritis, the one treatment that is backed by multiple research articles and the CDC is exercise. But how is someone with pain supposed to exercise? Many question “Won’t that just cause more pain and make the arthritis worse?” The answer to that is; it can if done wrong. But done under the guidance of a physical therapist with expertise at reliev-

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An example of this is a client who came to us a couple of years ago. He was having a tough time moving and getting up from the floor due to knee pains. He was afraid of ending up in a wheelchair and nursing home.

We started him in our physical therapy program using pain relieving techniques including IASTM and kinesiology taping. Once the pain subsided; he was able to get into an exercise program, strengthening the right muscles allowing him to get back into living his life. When he got done with therapy he didn’t want to go backwards so he joined our fitness program. Our Fitness team developed a program for him using our exercise equipment and group classes which he has kept up with. According to him, he says his knees feel great and he can now do things he couldn’t do 3 years ago. Not bad for a 72 year old.

So we know exercise is what helps people manage knee pain and arthritis but each person needs to figure out how to exercise pain free and what types of exercise is best for them. This is where the Team at FYZICAL can help. Our Physical Therapy Team can help you manage pain naturally and our Fitness Team can help you exercise the right way. Our BodyQ fitness screen, can identify problem areas and develop a program you can continue with. This way you can keep arthritis under control. FYZICAL’s facility was designed to move away from ‘sick care’ and truly allow us to help Hazleton get and stay healthy so we can all love our lives.

If you are someone who suffers from knee pain and arthritis and would like to know if you would be a good candidate for our programs, call us at 570-501-1808 to schedule an appointment. Also, to find out more about how we help people, catch our TV show “Wellness Through FYZICAL Therapy” on WYLN.

Get Over It!

by John Degenhart, DC One reason I never want to retire is that my life feels like I have a purpose as I help others. Another reason, is that I enjoy human interaction. But let me share an observation that I have made. For some of you, this can change your life.

I read about Winston Churchill whose motto it was “to never give up”. He helped a broken Mother England withstand the fierce attacks of Nazi Germany. I watch the Olympics, and I see people who overcame injuries, setbacks, and sacrifice their lives for a chance for a gold medal. I see people in my office who struggle every to pay their bills. They worry how will they feed their children, yet they persevere. Here’s the other side of the coin.

I also observe people whose life knocked them down, and they gave up. Maybe they lost an unborn child, maybe they lost their job, or maybe they simply lost a sports game.

Their pain becomes a mental obstacle that stops them from trying to work, be a productive person, and realize the potential God gave them.

So I ask you, why do some people give up where others keep fighting? Is it in their genes, or how their parents raised them? Here is one observation that I think will change your life.

The perception that most people have when they give up is that they have it harder than other people. That other people succeed because they had it easier than they did.

Guess what.

When you listen to people, everybody, and I mean everybody, has fears, disappointments, and failures in life. The Bible says it is like pruning a tree. Every setback is like cutting off a branch that will make the tree stronger in the long run.

I’ve talked to so many “successful” people in life. They said they were just about ready to give up, but they persisted a little longer and they won the prize. Had they given up, they would have never achieved their goal.

I have listened to people for many years in my practice. I know some suffer from depression and chemical imbalances. They need our

love and understanding. But as you read this, I encourage you, whatever mountains you are facing, just keep telling yourself I can overcome this if I never give up. Tell yourself every time society deals you an injustice, and this is not a fair world, to “get over it!” First you will feel tired from life’s stresses. As you persevere, you will gain confidence, your faith will grow, and you will gain confidence, your faith will grow, and you will have an inner peace of knowing you never gave up. You can choose to give up but I pray you choose “to get over it”.

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Why Are My Eyes Dry?

by Melissa M. DeBello, OD, Hazleton Eye Specialists Do you suffer from gritty, burning eyes that constantly water and therefore affect your vision? You may be suffering from dry eye. Dry eye is a condition where the tear film on the front surface of the eye is lacking. There are a multitude of factors that can cause dry eye, allow me to list a long but not exhaustive list below: • Environmental factors ie wind, smoke, forced heating/air conditioning, dust • Systemic medications such as diuretics or beta-blockers for high blood pressure, antiallergy medications, oral contraceptives, and anxiety meds to name a few • Lid laxity or eyelids that are not tight to the eyeball itself generally a product of aging but also can be due to conditions such as Graves disease or Bells palsy • Bad make-up practices such as using antiaging products around the eye area, not fully removing make-up each night, using fake eyelashes, etc • Extensive cellphone, tablet, or computer use which leads to less blinking (Normal blink

rate 15-20 times per minute vs screen time rate 0-5 times per minute.)

• Smoking-not only due to the smoke itself but also decreases healthy tear production overall (In short, smoking is not good for anything.)

• Working 3rd shift-due to abnormal sleep cycle the body’s normal tear production is effected • Having medical condition such as Diabetes, Thyroid Disease, Vitamin A Deficiency, Sjogren’s Syndrome, or an autoimmune diseases such as Rheumatoid Arthritis • Aging-just like the rest of the body, our tear production slows down with advanced age • Refractive surgeries such as LASIK or PRK • Over wear or improper contact lens wear It is important to treat dry eye as lack of a tear film puts a person at risk for an eye infection, corneal abrasions, and visual problems and therefore ocular discomfort. Having dry eyes decreases overall quality of life, making it difficult to perform activities of daily living such as reading.

Ways to prevent dry eye primarily involving being aware of one’s environment as some factors we cannot control. Some behavior modifications include: • Avoiding air blowing into your eyes via fans, hair dryers, and car air conditioners/heaters.

• Adding a humidifier to your house in winter because just like your skin, your eyes can also dry out under dry conditions.

• Taking frequent breaks from cellphone, tablet, and computers as to restart a normal blink cycle.

• Avoiding smoke and discontinuing smoking will also greatly benefit your eyes.

In cases where these lifestyle modifications are not enough, consider seeing the doctors of Hazleton Eye Specialists, the only certified dry eye clinic in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

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July 2018 Fun in the Sun! What a beautiful time of the year! The Laurels Residents sure have been enjoying the long awaited bright, sunny weather! Our June calendar kicked off celebrations, outdoor discussions and short walks in the afternoon. Now for the next summer months, we’re gearing up for some fun! We have many outdoor trips planned to enjoy the magnificent weather.

Summer is here! Quick Tips for Staying Cool:1) Drink plenty of water. 2) Wear sun protection, like a hat and sunscreen, when outdoors. 3) Stay inside as much as possible when the temperature is over 90°F. We wish everyone a beautiful summer!

Father’s Day Activities In recognition of our special dads, we hosted a “Father’s Day Social” on June 17th at our facility with entertainment by Lester Hirsh.

Gourmet cheeses, snacks and a variety of ale were available for us to indulge.

We also took a trip to the Scranton baseball field to indulge in some hot dogs, popcorn and Coca-Cola while cheering on our home team, the Railriders!

We remember our dads and all the hard work and dedication they gave to our families through the years. Thank you to all our amazing fathers!

Laurels Retirement Living The awareness of retirement living has risen dramatically in recent years. Many older adults who are still active and healthy don’t want to be burdened with all the maintenance and expenses of a house. Instead, they are seeking vibrant and worry-free living environments to enhance their peace of mind.

The Laurels Senior Living Community provides a full range of attractive independent living choices for today’s seniors.

For independent living residents, The Laurels offers a wide variety of social, cultural and recreational programs. Book groups, baking classes, theater outings and shopping excursions — these are just a few of the many activities our residents enjoy. We listen to residents' feedback to develop programs that will

complement our seniors' current interests as well as help them discover new ones.

The Laurels is designed for those who want to be a part of an engaging social environment, who have passion for life and live with purpose in life. Our residents can expect value, convenience, comfort and security. Should the need ever arise, care contin-

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