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Community Celebrations..........................................7 Art & Antiques by Dr. Lori.......................................20 Christy Mathewson by Rev. Connell McHugh.....................26 Innovation, Tech & Safety In The Trucking Industry by Thomas R. Buff...................43 Nutrition To Nourish Your Body Carbohydrate Edition by Dr. Candice Dutko, DNP............47

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Fresh From The Farm..............................................28 Summer Recipes......................................................32 Job Hub....................................................................41

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Benefit For Nicole Bachert

In Her Fight Against Stage IV Brain Cancer Panorama Community Magazine is proud to promote the upcoming event for Nicole Bachert’s fight against Stage IV Brain Cancer.

Nicole and her husband, Clint have been the owners of Tom’s Kitchen in Sugarloaf since February 2020. They have two children. They are a hardworking family, who put in a lot of time to provide a great service to the area through their business.

Together as a community, we can show Nicole and her family that they are not alone in this battle. Tricky trays, baskets, gift cards or monetary donations are now being accepted and can be dropped off at Tom’s Kitchen, Route 93, Sugarloaf (closed Monday’s).

Please donate today! All money raised will help the family with medical bills and other expenses.

You can help change a life by

donating or simply stopping by on Sunday, August 14th from 11am to 5pm at the Sugarloaf Fire Company. Take your chance at some tricky trays or the 50/50 raffle, enjoy the entertainment while grabbing a bite to eat, and meet Nicole, her family, and friends. We hope to see you there.

The Bachert Family would like to express their gratitude for the overwhelming support they are receiving from the entire community!

SUNDAY, AUGUST 14TH

11am-5pm

SUGARLOAF FIRE COMPANY WEST COUNTY ROAD, SUGARLOAF

TRICKY TRAYS • 50/50 RAFFLE BAKE SALE • FOOD ENTERTAINMENT Winners Do Not Need To Be Present for the Drawing

Please Join Us for A Fun-Filled Afternoon and Show Your Support to the Bachert Family!

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TRICKY TRAYS, BASKETS, GIFT CARDS OR MONETARY DONATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED Please Drop Off at Tom’s Kitchen, Rt. 93, Sugarloaf (Please note that Tom’s is closed on Monday’s) For More Information Please Contact:

Nancy - (570) 359-5052 Helen - (570) 956-5128 Brenda - (570) 401-0320

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Your guide to upcoming area celebrations you won't want to miss!

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Valley Day Events Friday, August 5th 5-7pm...........Alibi 7-7:30pm.....Fireman's Parade 7:30-9pm.....Alibi Saturday, August 6th

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11-12pm......Angela Conahans Youth Singing Group 12-2pm.........Angela Evans Duo 2-3:30pm.....Autumn Falls Entertainment 4-5:30pm.....Joe Bogwist

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day r u t a S & y Frida & 6th h t 5 t s u g u A Pizza Stromboli Wings Subs Appetizers

TAKE-OUT or EAT-IN! MON-TUE MON-TUE 3PM-7PM 3PM-7PM WED-THURS WED-THURS 11AM-7PM 11AM-7PM FRI FRI 11AM-8PM 11AM-8PM •• SAT SAT 11AM-7PM 11AM-7PM

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Fine Dining & Banquet Facilities We cater business meetings, private parties, banquets, and wedding receptions here or at your specific location.

• Reasonable Package Rates • Friendly, Personal Service • Plenty of Parking

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PRIZERAMA RAFFLE Sponsored by Marchetti Auto

GRAND PRIZE: CVCO..... $200 Cash Prize Earley-Polli Agency............... $100 Goulds Gift Card SJM Auto Sales & Repair............... $100 Cash Prize Keystone Equipment...................... $100 Cash Prize Shannon & Angela Larock..... $100 Goulds Gift Card Harman Funeral Homes & Crematory..... $50 Cash Prize Growing Years Childcare Center.........$50 Gas Card Falvello Law Firm.........................$50 Visa Gift Card Falvello Law Firm.........................$50 Visa Gift Card Klesh Plumbing and Heating...............$50 Gas Card Klesh Plumbing and Heating...............$50 Gas Card Darren Herbener, State Farm Ins. Company...... $30 Cash Prize

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Delicious Food 68th Annual

VALLEY DAYS

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Friday & Saturday August 5th & 6th

Halushki • Milkshakes Potato Cakes • Corn Chicken • Funnel Cakes Sausage & Peppers Burgers • Fries and More!

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Entertainment Schedule Friday, August 5 Hillbilly Deluxe 7-11pm Saturday, August 6 Backyard Horshoe Pitch 12pm Garden Tractor Pull 3pm Kartune 7-11pm Sunday, August 7 The Wells River Band 5-9pm Chinese Auction Begins at 12:30pm

Homemade Food • Games Dunk Tank• Baked Goods Raffles and More!

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Hazleton Rotary Wine & Beer Festival - Saturday, August 27th The annual Hazleton Rotary Wine and Beer Festival will be held Saturday, August 27, 2022 from noon to 6 p.m.. at Louis Schiavo City View Park, 700 S Poplar St, Hazleton, PA 18201.

Tickets prices: $25 advance, $30 at the door, $5 Designated Driver (non-drinking admission), $5 Age 13 to 20 and Free admission for children 12 and under (children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult).

The event will feature more than 50 craft beers and various wineries.

There will also be entertainment throughout the day, craft vendors and a variety of food available for purchase.

Ostrich Hat will take to the stage from noon-2 p.m. Special guest DJs will entertain 2-4 p.m. Guilty Pleasure takes the stage from 4-6 p.m.

Try something new and enjoy beer from the following vendors: Berwick Prewing, Conyngham Brewing Company, Resort Beverage Compnay, Revere Brewery, Rotunda Brewery, The Beer Stop, and T Verrastro Beverage Company.

If you prefer wine, be sure to try a glass from our wine vendors: Capra Collina Winery, Freas Farm Winery,

King Cole Winery, Kulpmont Winery, Lucchi Family Wine Cellers, Rowan Asher Winery & Hard Cidery (Raw Winery) and Three Dogs Vino.

In addition the following distilleries will be vendors: Jack Azz Distilling, LLC and 2D Distillery.

Delicious food will be available from Alta Pizzeria, Cal's Concessions, DP's Aple Dumplings & Funnel Cakes, Gina's Scoops, Grumpy's BBQ, J. Zapata, Joe's Pierogies, La Tia Empanadas and Paul and Charlie's Italian Sausage.

And while you are enjoying delicious food, beer and wine - shop these great craft vendors that will be in attendance: Anastasia Smith Art Glass, Attinick Media, Country Crafts, Koni Crafted Creations, Lighthouse Wood Crafts, Linda Shingle Wine Glass Necklaces, Momma's Treasures, Old Country Jewelry, Olive You, Sasha and Me and Cooper Makes Three, Shadowbox Lady, Tarot for Living, The Little Bean Wax Co., Tom's Creations, and Wess Healthy Essentials doTerra Essential Oils.

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Friday, August 12 • 4 - 8pm | Saturday, August 13 • 4:30 - 8pm Saturday Featuring: “Just The Two Of Us” Potato Cakes • Fried Dough • Halushki • Porketta • Meatball / Sausage & Pepper Hoagies Steak & Cheese / Chicken Cheesesteak Hoagies • Fried Meatballs on a Stick • Pizza Pasta Fagioli • Pierogies • Hot Dogs • Hamburgers • Cannoli Soda • Water • Beer (Outside seating only)

GAMES FOR CHILDREN • BAKE SALE • TRICKY TRAYS • MONEY WHEEL CRAFT FAIR - Saturday, August 13th • 9am to 2pm Sunday Procession - August 14th • Procession following 10:30am Mass • Benediction in Church Grotto following Procession Sunday Breakfast - Key Club - Monges Street, Hazleton | 8 to 11am – No Reservation Needed Sunday Pasta & Meatball Dinner

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11am to 2pm | TAKE OUT ONLY! Pick-up in Church Basement To Order Call Marian - (570) 956-0337 by August 8th

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All Children Under 18 Must Be Accompanied By An Adult MUST BE 21 TO DRINK

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Pardeesville Cruise Night

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Platinum: Balas Distributing, Warner Finance Gold: Drifton Precision Machining, The Gardens at Wyoming Valley, Sal Merola Septic Service, Benchmark Mortgage, Jeff & Laura Filipek, FOP 18 Power City, Wally & Teresa Golabl, UGI Utilities, Carones Market-Freeland, Franzosa Trucking, Standard Speaker Silver: Sorrento's Restaurant & Pizzeria, Anthony & Stacey Olian, Stone Woodworking & Carpentry, Northeast Light & Sound, Sacco Chiropractic, Fairway Chevrolet / Subaru, Tent Rentals of NEPA, SJM Auto Sales & Repair, McNulty Funeral Home, Earley-Polli Agency, Inc., Petrick's Garage,, Drifton Auto Salvage, RP Construction, Ciculya Family, Service Electric Cablevision, Generose Plumbing & Heating, Kelly's Pet Parlor, Stone Mountain Concrete, Feussners Ford, Inc.

A new event is coming this month to the Pardeesville section of Hazle Township and all proceeds will be staying locally. The newly formed nonprofit called “Pardeesville Cruise Night” consists of a group of friends that have known one another for several years. Their goal, get together like the old days when cruising the local streets was the popular choice for socializing with one another, long before social media sites were a way to connect.

The event scheduled for Saturday August 27th will consist of a car cruise, car show, and live music by local oldies band “The Legend’s”. Untouchable DJ will play tunes between sets and prior to the start of the band. There will also be food vendors, tricky trays and a concession stand with refreshments, snacks and show memorabilia. The Hazle Township Fire Co. will be on hand with a firetruck to display and a bounce house for the kids. The playground area will also be available for the little ones, along with kids judging. Kids 15 and under will be given a judging ballot and official judge sticker to identify their involvement in the judging process. A trophy will be awarded to the vehicle with the most kids votes. The rain date is Sunday August 28th for this event.

There will also be a people’s choice trophy for the vehicle with the most participant votes. A total of 27 other awards will be handed out at the event as well as a $100 cash award to the car club that attends with the most members.

Another unique feature called “Memory Lane” is a designated section to honor and display vehicles of

JOIN US FOR A FUN FILLED FAMILY DAY!

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28TH 11AM TO 6PM HAZLE TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY PARK THANK YOU TO OUR DIAMOND SPONSOR:

Bounce House • Obstacle Course • Balloon AniMALS MAGIC • CARICATURES • FACE PAINTING tOUCH-A-TRUCK • CRAFTS • MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES MEET & GREET MINI HORSES MAGIC SHOW • MOUNTAIN BIKE SHOW FOOD VENDORS • TRICKY TRAYS

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Fireworks Rain Date - Friday, September 2nd Refreshments will be available for purchase prior to the fireworks show.

All Children’s Activities Are Free!

Proceeds to benefit Local Community Parks For more details & updates about the event and schedule check out our Facebook page or visit www.hazletonpower.org

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Committee President Ron Semon said the event was set up to be family oriented and be a little different than the average car show. “Our goal was to have a little something for everyone, even if you are not a car person”. Spectators are invited to bring their chairs to sit and watch the 30 minute cruise through the village, then move to the Pardeesville playground where they can sit, relax and listen to the band, have something to eat and enjoy the evening festivities.

All proceeds will be split between two local agencies, The American Cancer Society of Hazleton and Northeast Counseling Services of Hazleton for their Suicide Awareness / Prevention Program.

Both agencies will have representatives on hand the day of the event to explain what they offer to the community.

Pre-registration for the show is $18 and available up to August 6th, which is highly recommended due to space inside the park. After August 6th, registration will be $20. All vehicles must have a current state inspection, registration & insurance to participate in the cruise. A $3.00 donation will be collected at the gate for spectators.

Kids 15 and under are free. Dash plaques & goodie bags will be given to the first 100 registered vehicles. Registration & vehicle staging will be from 2:00-4:30. The cruise will run from 4:30-5:00 then the car show; judging and live band will be 5:00-8:00 at the park. All trophies and awards will be given out around 8:15 p.m.

The group also has a Facebook Event Page which has more detailed information on the event. For any additional information, text or call Ron @ (570) 956-6367.

The Hazle Twp. Fall Festival Is Just Around The Corner The 3rd Annual “Hazle Township’s Trail of Treats & Fall Festival” will be held on Saturday & Sunday, October 22 & 23, 2022 in Hazle Township Community Park from 11-4 each day. The event was started in 2020 during the pandemic to give Hazleton Area residents a way to enjoy Halloween safely outdoors with their families. The event is entering its 3rd year thanks to the positive response from vendors, participants, and the community. The event promotes a family-friendly atmosphere allowing participants to interact and have fun while promoting diversity and inclusion within the community.

The event will have free activities, prizes and giveaways for children within the community. There will be a DJ and a photo booth that hosts the costume contest so participants can appear and participate at any time on Sunday. Also, a balloon artist, face painter, petting zoo hosted by Country Heart Farm, reptile exhibit hosed by Cage-N-Tank, a local sports team mascot appearance, the scavenger hunt along the Trail of Treats and activities with Miss Greater Hazleton Scholarship Organization queens including a prize wheel, pumpkin decorating and crafts will be available for the participants.

There will also be food vendors, craft vendors, informational booths and tricky tray raffle tickets for sale. Schools clubs and PTAs along with youth clubs and sports teams are welcomed to participate to raise funds for their groups.

Confirmed food vendors include Joe’s

Homemade Pierogies & Mini Doughnuts, Cal’s Concessions (Taste our Balls!), Maddy’s Dog House and Lou’s Concessions with more to be added.

Sponsors for the event at this time include: Independence Toyota, The Hershey Company, Amerihealth Caritas, Amcor Cares, Slusser Law Firm, Community Bank, N.A., Hazleton Eye Specialists, FNCB Bank, Service Electric Cablevision, Mission Autism Clinics, Covenant Abstract, Henkel, PFNonwovens, Earley-Polli Agency, Luzerne Bank, Forrester Environmental, Falvello Law, Joe’s Homemade Pierogies & Minidoughnuts and Ameriprise Financial: Tim Stasko. > Media Sponsors include: SSPTV, Media Center LLC, Lamar and Panorama Community Magazine.

To become a vendor or sponsor, visit MissGreaterHazleton.weebly.com/Fall (http://MissGreaterHazleton.weebly.com/ Fall) or email: MissGreaterHazleton@gmail. com.

The Miss Greater Hazleton Scholarship Organization is a state-wide, service oriented scholarship program seeking to empower youth, teens and young women through education and opportunity. By providing a platform for tomorrow’s leaders to express their opinions, talents, character and intelligence, the organization seeks to aid in personal development, better the community and state at large, and display the importance of service before self. We look forward to seeing all of you at Hazle Township Community Park.

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August Events and Celebrations Tuesday, August 2nd from 5-8pm • West Hazleton National Night Out • West Hazleton Borough - 100 S. 4th St, Hazleton • West Hazleton Crime Watch invitsion you tp come out for a family fun-filled evening as we come together to promote Community Partnerships.

There will be Police, Fire Fighters, EMS and Domestic Violence Center Personnel to speak with. We will also have food, entertainment,

Thursday thru Saturday

August 18, 19 & 20 Live Entertainment: Thursday: Tommy Guns Friday: Last Call Beutiful Saturday: The Legends Oldies Band

games & prizes, sno-cones, face sale will include a variety of goods for painting, tricky trays and more. We the kitchen, linens, jewelry, purses, hope to see you there. religious items, books, toys, holiday items and much more. Everything Friday, August 5 from 4:30 to priced to sell. Come and browse, 8pm • Can-Do Community Park you never know what special item • Corner of West Broad & Laurel you may find! This sale will be held St., Hazleton • Come and join us in the handicap-accessible Parish for live music eaturing DJ CRUZETA Hall. and Zumba Classes by Romy Paredes. Plus a Bounce house for Saturday, August 20th from 10am kids, FRIO FRIO, Food From the to 4pm • 2022 Wapwallopen most exquisite restaurants of the Peach Festival • St. John's area, Games and Much More.

U.C.C. Church, 16 Church St, Wapwallopen • The event will Tuesday, August 2nd from 9am take place in the area surrounding to 3pm and Wednesday, August the church and the town park.

3rd from 9am to 12 noon • Holy Admission and parking are always Rosary Christian Women's free. Peaches from Heller Orchard Society Annual Rummage Sale will be featured along with home • Holy Rosary Parish, 240 South made peach ice cream, peach Poplar Street, Hazleton • Find your dumplings, peach shortcake hidden treasure among the items sundaes, french fries, hot dogs and Continued on page 16 donated from parish members! The

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Saturday August 20th Pet & Toy Parade The parade will line up at 3:00 and depart at 4:00 pm.

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Ethnic Foods, Coal Mine Tours, Basket Raffle, and Music at No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum’s Annual Old-Fashioned Labor Day Picnic

Sunday, September 4th from 11 AM to 4 PM, the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum in Lansford will be celebrating Labor Day Weekend with a picnic featuring homemade ethnic foods, coal mine and museum tours, a Basket Raffle, and music. Parking, admission to the grounds, and music are all free to the public. A nominal fee is charged only for the coal mine tour and food at the picnic. This is a great value for families and those looking for a fun day out that won’t break the bank.

At this year’s picnic the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum will be hosting a Basket Raffle featuring donated items from businesses throughout the coal region. The proceeds from the Basket Raffle benefit the Panther Creek Valley

Foundation, the parent non-profit organization that operates the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum.

Visitors can also tour the historic No. 9 Mine, which first opened in 1855, and experience what it was like to work in an underground Anthracite coal mine. Visitors ride 1600’ into the mountain and then begin a fascinating guided walking tour of the oldest continuously operated deep Anthracite coal mine in the world. Tourists will see many of the unique features of the mine including the original 700’ deep elevator shaft, explore the mule-way, and see a miner’s hospital cut from solid rock. On the surface, visitors can browse the vast exhibits housed inside the Wash Shanty Museum, home to one of the largest collections of

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mining artifacts in the region.

The Old-Fashioned Labor Day Picnic will be featuring homemade ethnic foods, desserts, and beverages that are common to the coal region. Visitors can eat in the picnic pavilion and takeouts are available. Entertainment will be provided by DJ Shawn Frederickson.

The No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum is located at 9 W. Dock St. in Lansford, PA, only 15 minutes away from historic Jim Thorpe and Tamaqua off US Route 209. Mine tour tickets can be purchased in the gift shop upon arrival. For further information, please call the museum at 570-645-7074 or email no.9minemuseum@gmail.com.

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Dog Collars and Leashes, Hand Thrown Pottery, Crochet and Knit Item ​and More! Live Entertainment will be provided by All That Glitters Saturday, August 27th from 11am to 6pm • Wildcat Round-Up • Faith UCC - 321 Faith Drive, Hazleton • Join the fun and remise with alumni, classmates, teachers, coaches, etc. from the former West Hazleton High School. Registration begins at 11am. A buffet & beverages will begin at 12 Noon and again at 5pm.

Smoking and alcohol will not be permitted on Church property! We invite you to bring your memorabilia

to share with everyone. Prizes & awards will be handed out and WHHS t-shirts and sweatshirts will be available for purchase.

Tickets are $30 per person; deadline for registration is August 15 th (no refunds). Walk-ins will not be accepted, and children cannot attend the event. Contact Betty Lou 570.788.1333 for more information or to get your registration form. Call your classmates and make a day of it at the 31 st Wild Cat Round-Up. Keep “WILDCAT PRIDE” alive!

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Hazleton UNICO's 14th Annual Bell'Italia Festival Mark Your calendars for the 2022 Bell’Italia Festival to be held at Community Park Hazle Twp. September 9th 10th and 11th. Food Fun and Entertainment for the entire family!

We are proud and grateful to announce Geisinger as Bell’Italia Festival GOLD SPONSOR! Geisinger is committed to making better health easier. That’s why specialty care for the whole family is now available right here in Hazleton.

Conveniently located at 1525 North Church Street in Hazle Township, Geisinger Multi-Specialty Clinic Hazleton offers a variety of services for children and adults—all under one roof! The clinic is open Monday thru Friday 8AM to 5PM. More information is available by calling 570 751 5761 or by visiting Geisinger.org/hazleton.

Lehigh Valley Health Network Bell’Italia SILVER SPONSOR goes the extra mile to further their mission to heal and comfort the people of our community and help make all the communities they serve healthier, and better places to live.

Additionally, we are pleased to announce our other generous sponsors including Blaise Alexander, PFN, Sacco Chiropractic, T & L Tires, and Victory Bible Church. We are thankful for all of our sponsors making it possible to bring our festival back for 2022!

Come be part of the fun with over 16 food vendors, entertainment, crafts, Spaghetti Eating and Best Meatball Contests just to name a few.

Bring the kids to our newly expanded Kiddie Korner with FREE Rides, Face Painting, and Crafts throughout the weekend!

Sign up for our Bocce and Fingers Tournaments and take a chance on our 50/50 raffle! Don’t forget our tribute to our Veterans

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Saturday honoring our area veterans with a patriotic ceremony followed by complimentary refreshments! If you are a veteran and would like to participate in our Veterans Ceremony, please contact Lauren Sacco at 570 497 4150.

Saturday evening pull up your lawn chair to watch our spectacular fireworks display! Always a hit!

Come back Sunday Morning for our outside Mass to begin another fun day of food, rides, and entertainment!

UNICO is the largest Italian American service organization in the United States and the Hazleton Chapter is in existence for 72 years. With a motto of “Service Above Self” , our members work selflessly to raise money, to continue the tradition of our founders; to be charitable to worthy causes in our local community.

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The Greater Hazleton Concert Series Announces Its 87th Season Celebrating 87 years of outstanding performances, The Greater Hazleton Concert Series, a non-profit, communitybased organization, continues to offer top quality, professional, entertainment at reasonable prices. The 2022-2023 season will feature eight exciting, professional, concerts.

The Bronx Wanderers – Thursday, September 15, 2022 Chart stopping songs from the rock and roll era of the 50s, 60s and 70s. A family affair of father, two sons and three friends. Superlative vocals and musicianship, dynamic enthusiasm, and genuine love for the music they perform.

Guarantee an evening of toe-tapping and hand clapping. Takes you as close as you can get to having lived the actual experience. Top Vegas performers. Their show tells the stories and plays the music that will take you as close as you can get to having lived the actual experience.

Swearingen & Kelli; The Music of Simon and Garfunkel – Thursday, October 20, 2022 This Nashville based duo recreates the music, memories, and magic of the most famous folk-rock duo of our time, Simon and Garfunkel. AJ has mastered Simon's intricate guitar playing. His deep baritone blends perfectly with Kelli's angelic vocals delivering a true tribute to the sound of the 1960's Greenwich Village, NY coffeehouse performances. They are on a mission to share iconic and self-

penned music to new audiences around the country. Both artists were inspired by the great singer-songwriters of the past like Paul Simon, James Taylor, Carole King, Jim Croce, and The Eagles, among others.

TAKE3 Violin/Vocals, Cello, Piano, Percussion, Guitar Friday, November 18, 2022 This crossover and mash-up band, led by Yanni's star violin soloist, Lindsay Deutsch, take their chops from Beethoven to Beiber. A flair for the wild and unexpected, this genre-defying trio, TAKE3, brings the refinement of a rigorous classical background and infuses it with rock-star charisma. They have become known for their eclectic programming, from Oldies to popular tv and movie hits. Known for their infectious and down to earth onstage personalities, this group leaves their indelible mark on captivated crowds around the country, performing their arrangements of top pop hits, Americana, Oldies, and everything in between.

The Cellar Dwellarzz Friday, December 9, 2022 Twenty-four 4th through 10th grade community jazz ensemble, dedicated to the education, practice and performance of jazz music, committed to serving the area by fostering the genre and spreading the love of music. Christmas program.

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Vinyl Radio – Thursday, February 28, 2023 Vinyl Radio is a 4-piece rock band, featuring Nashville's top session players and music before the digital age. They are a vocal power with a righteous regard for the great Rock-n-Roll music classics. Performing music from The Eagles, America, Crosby Stills Nash and Young, The Doobie Brothers and more.

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Art & Antiques By Dr. Lori Princess Diana Collectibles

By Dr. Lori Verderame Over the course of her short life, Princess Diana (nee Diana Spencer, 19611997) inspired the production and manufacture of many works of art, antiques, souvenirs, and collectibles from the time of her highly publicized engagement to HRH Prince Charles to her shocking death. While she is best known for her philanthropic and charity work during her time as Princess of Wales when she was the wife of HRH Prince Charles of Great Britain, Princess Diana prompted the making of many items based on her likeness and her informed good taste.

In 1975, Lady Diana Spencer accepted her title when her father inherited his title as Earl Spencer. On July 29, 1981, after a courtship that began in 1977, Lady Diana Spencer married HRH Prince Charles of Great Britain married. Prince Charles was 13 years Diana’s senior. She was one of the most beloved members of the British royal family and was known widely as the “People’s Princess.”

The royal couple had two sons, Prince William (William Arthur Philip Louis), heir to the throne who was born in June of 1982, and Prince Harry (Henry Charles Albert David) who was born

in September of 1984. After much turmoil both privately and in the public eye, the royal couple divorced in 1996. On August 31, 1997, Princess Diana, aged 36, died from her injuries following an automobile crash in Paris, France.

Princess Diana was known for her fashion sense and jewelry, interest in popular culture, humanitarian work, and various collections. Her clothes have been featured in charity auctions and her jewelry is part of the collection of the crown jewels.

She had a flair for both the fun and the fashionable. Princess Diana’s spectacular engagement ring is an 18-karat white gold ring featuring a 12-carat oval Ceylon blue sapphire surrounded by 14 solitaire diamonds hand-made by British crown jeweler, Garrard. The ring was inspired by a brooch given to Queen Victoria from Prince Albert for their wedding in 1840.

Princess Diana’s high-end keepsakes characterized 1980s style.

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Panorama Community Magazine Continued from page 20 Herend of Hungary porcelain figurines of animals. Like any mother of active young boys, she kept the delicate figurines out of reach yet on display in her private office within the living quarters of her Kensington Palace home.

This year, we mark the 25th anniversary of the Princess’ untimely death, many collectors will be bringing objects associated with Princess Diana to market. Collectibles relating to Princess Diana have continued to be among the most coveted items in the realm of royal collecting. Objects run the gamut such as Princess Diana paper dolls, costume jewelry tiaras based on the Spencer tiara, Wedgwood jasperware trinket boxes, porcelain dolls and figurines in her likeness, souvenir Charles and Diana engagement mugs, photographs of Princess Diana dancing with actor John Travolta, autographed biographical books, Ty Inc. beanie babies (Princess), royal wedding invitations, tickets to the 2007 Diana

charity concert, postage stamps, commemorative coins, etc. These pieces will enjoy a spike in interest and value during the summer of 2022 leading up to the anniversary date of her death. Values for Princess Diana collectibles expect to increase as much as 10% to 25% during this time with collectors actively seeking to add to their collections. Online buyers and sellers will be ready to remember the People’s Princess by exchanging objects relating to this royal figure dating back to the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. Anniversaries of any kind always impact interest especially in the active royals and celebrity markets. This anniversary remembers the work of a humanitarian and celebrity of the late 20th Century.

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Through the Years with the Kenny Rogers Band featuring Don Gatlin – Friday, April 21, 2023 Don Gatlin, lead singer for Savannah jack and longtime friend of Kenny Rogers, has joined Kenny's original band to present a timeless song catalog while sharing the untold stories from his illustrious career. Kenny was a Grammy Award-winning superstar that entertained fans for 6 decades, selling over 120 million albums worldwide. He is one of the best-selling male artists of all time. We are not a Tribute band, we are “The Band” who toured with Kenny Rogers for over 40 years, and more than 5000+ shows world-wide! We give the audience an experience that they cannot get anywhere else…. an evening of the music and memories honoring Kenny and his Legendary Career!

Trifecta of Folk – Tuesday, May 9, 2023 The Kingston Trio, The Brothers Four and The Limelighters come together in Trifecta of Folk. This extraordinary combination, a perfect concert of acoustic folk music by three of the best-known names in Folk, come together in one amazing show performing all the classic charted hits.

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Christy Mathewson

One of the all-time great pitchers in Major League history, Christy Mathewson was born in Factoryville, PA on August 12, 1880 and died at the age of 45 on October 7, 1925 in Lake Saranac, New York.

Mathewson, who was the son of a wealthy farmer, established countless records in his Major League career. He is tied with Grover Cleveland Alexander for most wins in the National League history with 373. He went 373-188 in 635 games of which he started 551. He hurled 4,780 and 2/3 innings, striking out 2,502 batters and walking 844.

He led the National League in strikeouts and ERA 5 times each. Mathewson also led the National League in wins and shutouts 4 times each. He is the only pitcher in the history of baseball to throw 3 shutouts in a World Series. He led the Giants to a World Series victory over Connie Mack’s

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Athletics in 1905. In the first game of the Series, Mathewson defeated fellow Hall of Famer Eddie Plank 3-0, Mathewson and Plank were rare college men in baseball.

Mathewson went to Bucknell and Plank to Gettysburg.

Christy Mathewson played high school ball at Keystone Academy from 1895 through 1897. He also played on adult teams for Factoryville. Mathewson actually began playing baseball at age 13. When he attended Bucknell, Mathewson played baseball, basketball and football. He was selected to the Walter Camp All American 1900 football team as a drop-kicker. Christy Mathewson pitched for Bucknell and was a pretty good hitter as well. He actually batted .215 for his Major League career with 362 hits, one less than Warren Spahn.

Mathewson began his Minor League career at Taunton, Massachusetts and later played at Norfolk in the Virginia League. The Giants purchased Mathewson from Norfolk for $2,000. He went 0-3 with an ERA over 5 and the Giants sent him back to Norfolk.

Later Cincinnati drafted him but traded him back to the Giants for a washed up Hall of Fame fireballer Amos Rusie who did not win another game while Mathewson won 373!

In his first two full seasons with the Giants, Mathewson went 20-17 in 1901 and 14-17 in 1902 but with good ERAs. Then for 12 consecutive years Mathewson won at least 22 games each year and 30 or more 4 times. He holds the record for the National League with 37 in 1908. Mathewson had 80 career shutouts and a career ERA of 2.13.

Connie Mack who managed longer than anyone felt that Mathewson was the best pitcher he ever saw.

John McGraw managed Mathewson throughout almost his entire career.

McGraw, who was a brilliant manager,

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perhaps the best ever, was viewed as a very tough man while Mathewson was a very cultured person and called the “Christian Gentleman” yet the two got along famously and remained great friends after Mathewson retired. McGraw had Bill Boyd (Hopalong Cassidy) as his drinking buddy, while Mathewson did not drink at all. Another name for Mathewson was “The Gentleman Hurler”. Ballplayers of Mathewson’s era were generally regarded as hard drinking men who were frequently womanizers. Christy Mathewson did a great deal to improve the image of Major League players.

During his playing days, Mathewson and his family lived in Upper Manhattan next to John McGraw and his family. Mathewson was a devoted Christian who would not play on Sundays.

Christy Mathewson was traded by the Giants in 1916 to Cincinnati so that he could manage the Reds, which he did until

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part way through the 1918 season when he enlisted in the Army though he did not have to do so. He served as a Captain and was exposed to poison gas. Some writers feel that this weakened his immune system and led to tuberculosis which eventually claimed his life. Others feel that influenza which he experienced in France ultimately led to tuberculosis.

After the war, Mathewson moved to Lake Saranac, New York which was supposed to have a very healthy climate, and Mathewson was treated by a specialist. He later returned as a Giant coach for two years. In 1923 he accepted the role of Team President of the Giants. In 1925, he collapsed and had to return to Lake Saranac where he died on October 7, 1925.

The death of Mathewson at age 45 was a tremendous shock to the nation. John McGraw was among many heartbroken people. Mathewson, probably, was the country’s first big sports hero, an honor that he shared with boxer John L.Sullivan who was not a role model as was Mathewson.

Christy Mathewson was also an author.

He wrote not only about baseball, but also co-authored a play and composed a childrens’ book. Mathewson proved himself a fine writer and may have had a career in this field had he lived a longer life. The impact of Mathewson’s death was similar to the plane crash that killed rock stars Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and The Big Bopper.

Their deaths were commemorated in the records Three Stars and the Don McLean classic American Pie, a monster hit. The plane crash was referred to by Don McLean as “the day the music died”.

Tragedy marked the Mathewson family.

Henry Mathewson, Christy’s younger brother pitched a total of 11 innings for the Giants in 1906 and 1907 and had a career record of 0-1. Henry Mathewson died July 1, 2017 of tuberculosis. Another brother

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committed suicide. Christy Mathewson Jr. was a skilled pilot but lost his wife of two weeks in a plane crash in a plane that he piloted. He himself was severely injured.

Mathewson recovered and went on to have a successful career in aviation but died in a home explosion at age 44.

Christy Mathewson was my Dad’s favorite pitcher, and he named his dog, a large black German Shepherd after him.

The dog was extremely skilled in catching sponge balls and was used to entertain people at public events such as sporting ones.

As one would expect, original cards of Mathewson are very expensive. I recently saw one on Ebay that was a high grade gold border 1901 for over $440,000. Retro and reprint cards are about the only affordable ones. Cards of Mathewson that are nice and affordable appear in the 1960 and 1961 Fleer sets of deceased and retired players.

They cost only $10 to $15. I especially like the 1961 card.

In my opinion, two of the best five Major League pitchers from 1900 to 1950 hailed from Northeastern PA. Christy Mathewson from Factoryville and Ed Walsh from Plains.

Ed Walsh has THE BEST ERA in the history of baseball of anyone who pitched 1,000 innings or more at 1.82 and was the last pitcher to win 40 games in a season. Walsh also holds the modern record for innings

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References: My Collection of Retro and Reprint cards of Christy Mathewson, Wikipedia, Biographical Encyclopedia of Baseball, Ninth Edition of the Baseball Encyclopedia (MacMillan), Rev. McHugh’s email is: revmchugh@ptd.net

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Local Farm Markets Add Flavor To The Area

August is Pennsylvania Produce Month and our area Farm Markets are one of the special treats we are fortunate to have in our area. While the number of small farms across the country has been reducing over the past half century, we can still enjoy the numerous offerings of many family-owned farms. From savoring fruit and produce at the peak of freshness to meeting the people who grow your food, there are many reasons to support our farm markets.

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Panorama Community Magazine such as when the crop was harvested, how it was grown, how it was handled and processed, and how long it's been sitting on the supermarket shelf. All of these factors can decrease nutrient quality. Farm-fresh food goes through fewer nutrient-diminishing steps and gets from the earth to your table sooner. This means it is probably richer in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals (thanks to less transport, processing and storage time). As a general rule of thumb if you are not sure what to eat, Just eat a rainbow of color.

Enjoy The Seasons Let you taste buds lead you through the seasons. From hot summer days through those cool early fall months, farmers markets are in full swing, yielding a bounty of beautiful, fresh, local produce. As you look forward to berries in spring, sweet corn in summer, or pumpkins in autumn, you can enjoy the incredible views, fresh air and the awesome flavor each unique season offers.

Meet The Farmer When you’re at the market, you can pick up some produce and talk to the farmer. The same people who grow the food are usually present to sell their crops at the market, and they have a wealth of knowledge to share. They can tell you how it was grown, how much longer it will be available this season, how to grow the same fruits or vegetables in your garden, and how to store and prepare the food that you buy. All you have to do is ask. You can’t afford not to take advantage of one-on-one contact with local farmers.

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Broyan’s Farm Market located in Nescopeck Township, Broyan’s Market is truly a family affair with three generations currently working the farm, Albert, his son Fran and his wife Jen and their children Colton, Logan and Shania. For over 50 years, Broyan’s has offered a full variety of in season produce and fruits. Their store is open year-round and includes a full line deli, ice cream, bulk foods and baking products. During the spring months Broyan’s has wide variety of flowers. In addition to their on-site location they can be found during the summer at various farmers markets throughout the region. New for 2022 is their 1st Annual 8 Acre Corn Maze, located near the farm market at Good Time Golf.The corn maze will open September 23rd.

Burger’s Farm Market located on St Johns Road in St John’s, Burger’s opens in May and closes with first snowflake around Thanksgiving. In between they host the Preserves of the Past – Antique farm equipment expo and festival in September and Pumpkin Hay rides in October. In 2008 after nearly 120 years of farming, Burgers joined the Luzerne County Preservation Program ensuring they will be farming long into the future.

Starting in August Burger’s offer Pick-Your-Own vegetables including peppers, tomatoes, beans and eggplant. 2022 also features are newly renovated farm stand for a improved shopping experience.

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Pop Up Cooking Creativity (Family Features) As an important life skill, learning to cook and becoming familiar with kitchen basics can be an exciting adventure for kids from toddlers to teens. Using a delicious childhood favorite like popcorn as the key ingredient at the center of your lessons can spur interest and enthusiasm.

Along with understanding measurements and safety, teaching your children how to make simple recipes also offers opportunities to bond and make memories that can last a lifetime. Popcorn is a snack food associated with good times and it’s versatile enough to encourage creativity.

While it’s important to start with easy techniques that introduce future chefs to the culinary world, it’s also helpful to ensure they’ll enjoy eating their first creations so they’ll be eager for more time in the kitchen.

As a whole grain that’s 100% unprocessed with no additional additives, hidden ingredients or GMOs, air-popped popcorn has only 30 calories per cup and offers a whole grain that provides energy-producing complex carbohydrates.

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Press and roll popcorn onto peanut butter to coat each pretzel. Sprinkle with sugar sprinkles.

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Salmon Burgers with Peppered Bacon Alaskan Salmon Burgers with Peppered Bacon Prep time: 13 minutes Servings: 4

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Set aside.

Cook salmon burgers according to package directions. When almost cooked through, top each with slice of cheese, cover and cook until melted.

Spread cut sides of buns with mayonnaise and top bottom buns with arugula. Cover with salmon Scrub and wash sweetpotatoes. Cut burgers, bacon, pickles and top each into six wedges. (If sweetpotatoes buns. are long, consider cutting wedges in half.) Parboil sweetpotatoes 5 minutes, drain and cool 5 minutes.

Shred cabbage into thin slices.

Toss sweetpotatoes with olive oil and salt and pepper, to taste.

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In zip-top bag or large bowl, toss cabbage with 4 tablespoons poppyseed dressing until coated. Add parsley and tomatoes; toss.

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Panorama Community Magazine Farmers continued from page 29 Luzerne County Preservation Program the land forever. Today the farm is run by 5th Generation Bryan and the 6th Generation, Matthew, Andrew and Daniel. Ochs is open year-round.

They kick off the year with their own Greenhouse flowers and plants. As the year progresses, they have a full line of their own fruits and vegetables. As the growing season winds, down they have local apples during the winter, ¼ and ½ custom beef, fresh turkeys and capons. Their store includes bulk foods, baking products and old fashion candies.

Thomas Farm located on St John’s Road in Drums, they were the first farm to join the Luzerne County Land Preservation, the farms origins can be traced back to 1845. Open from April through Thanksgiving, Thomas offers a full variety of fresh products including Spring Flowers and Plants, Mums in the fall, their own corn, peppers, tomatoes, and a wide variety of other vegetables. Their offerings also include red, yellow and orange watermelons.

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Open 7 days a week, 9am-6pm now through October. Zukovich’s specializes in home grown fresh fruits and vegetable including their famous sweet corn. Zukovich’s is not your ordinary farmer’s market. All fruits and vegetables are beautifully displayed for you to purchase. Sometimes you’ll find fresh cut flowers from the garden and in the fall you will find a huge selection of beautiful pumpkins, gourds and picture perfect corn stalks.

After shopping, walk next door to Rough Cut Barbeque, owned and operated by daughter Jacklyn and son in law Dustin Varner. Experience phenomenal smoked pulled pork & chicken, beef brisket, and baby back ribs which, by the way, have been smoked in their “on-site” smoker. They also carry fresh cut fries, baked beans, coleslaw, homemade mac & cheese, roasted corn on the cob (in season), and draft birch beer. They have sandwiches, platters, or buy it by the pound! Also, available in party size with a 1-week notice. Get it to go or eat it right there.

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Unexpected Spaces Surprising Home Upgrade Ideas (Family Features) Not all great things come in big packages, and home upgrades are an example of the truth in this wisdom. Unexpected, smaller spaces may not get the same attention as hightraffic areas like kitchens, bathrooms and living areas, but their impact can be just as powerful.

Get inspired to make improvements to the lesser-used areas of your home with these tips from the home decorating experts at Wellborn Cabinet, Inc.: Entryway - It’s the impression that welcomes guests into your home, so even if the space is small, your entryway warrants some TLC. Focus on making it open and inviting by removing any unnecessary furnishings.

Some functional storage, like a bench with integrated coat hooks, can serve a practical purpose, and if you have the space, some built-in cabinetry with an eye-catching countertop can incorporate stylish storage.

Laundry Room - Getting motivated to do chores like laundry is easy when you have a beautiful setting for getting to work.

Introducing pops of color in nontraditional places, like the cabinetry, adds a highend elegance. Water-inspired and earthy hues like Midtown Matte Tidewater or Arcadia Chiffon Cypress are perfect for

the laundry space. Both are options in Wellborn Cabinet, Inc.’s Aspire Series, which features concealed hinges with self-close functionality and matching interiors for a high-class look, even when the doors are open for business.

Closet - A cluttered closet may not be the first thing a guest notices, but it’s a space you visit daily. Improving the organizational features can streamline your morning routine and put you in a more positive frame of mind to start each day. There’s no right or wrong when it comes to closet design, but using cabinetry in place of open shelving and rods lends a more luxurious feel. Plan for adequate hanging and closed storage, and if space allows, be sure to plan for shoes and accessories since these items can easily contribute to a closet’s disarray.

Mini Bar - If you fear you don’t have room for a mini bar, you may be surprised.

Reimagining a larder cabinet, like the ones Wellborn Cabinet, Inc. offers in 30-, 33-, 36- and 42-inch widths, can create an instant bar out of just about any wall space where you can fit a cabinet. Install it as a coffee bar or traditional bar, or add the optional Appliance Pullout shelf for more versatility.

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Continued from previous page Pantry - Guests may not find themselves in your pantry very often, but you likely use this space every day.

Transform your pantry for heightened utility in simple ways like using clear plastic bins for small boxed foods or stylish wicker baskets to hide away snacks. For a more permanent solution, take advantage of unused space on the back of the pantry door with thin shelves for items like seasoning packets and smaller canned goods.

Guest Bathroom - Swapping out a tired vanity and countertop is a relatively affordable upgrade that can completely change the style of a secondary bathroom. Be sure to also update the fixtures for a more contemporary look and, if budget allows, replace the flooring. Finish the project with a fresh coat of paint in a light, airy shade and add new textiles and a few decorative touches to complete the job.

Find more ideas for updating unexpected spaces in your home at Wellborn.com.

Hideaway Storage Spaces - One feature that enhances virtually any space is more storage. Having convenient places to tuck away all your stuff makes rooms feel more open and inviting.

Hidden storage solutions are often better because you can enjoy the functionality they add to the space without interrupting your design aesthetic.

Here are some clever ideas for keeping necessary items tucked out of sight but within easy reach: Built-in Step Stool: If you love the look of tall cabinets but struggle to reach the top shelves, a practical addition is a hidden step ladder in a pullout caddy.

Specially designed ladders that fold down extra narrow and feature nonslip rubber treads make this a handy addition you’ll reach for again and again.

Paper Towel Pullout: Keep paper towels hidden but close by hiding them in a pullout cabinet such as Wellborn Cabinet Inc.’s 12-inch-wide model, which features a built-in paper towel holder and bottom shelf ideal for organizing cleaning products. There’s also a space behind the paper towels that’s perfect for storing sponges and other kitchen supplies.

Drawer Dividers: While you can find many after-market options to organize the insides of your drawers and cabinets, choosing organizers designed to work seamlessly with your cabinetry creates a more polished look (and saves the headaches of measuring and guesstimating the fit). Tray dividers are useful for sorting cookie sheets and baking pans, while you can find dividers in a variety of heights to match drawers below the oven or where you store your cutlery. Another option that serves a similar purpose is pegs, which keep fragile items from shifting when drawers are opened or closed.

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There are times when it is not economically sensible to repair older heating and air conditioning systems, due to the high cost of special order, discontinued parts and increased operating expense. This is a time when one of our knowledgeable technicians may recommend upgrading to a more efficient system which can cut operating cost up to fifty percent or more.

The technician can schedule a field supervisor to come to your home and do a free evaluation and design a system that will save you money and keep you comfortable all year long. Based on 45+ years experience we offer the best HVAC products on the market with Trane, Mitsubishi, Lennox, Climate Master Geothermal, Rinnai and Navien being

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Innovation, Technology And Safety In The Trucking Industry

by Thomas R. Buff As motorists we are all aware of the new technology that has made our vehicles safer and more efficient, not to mention the luxuries we now enjoy.

But the bottom line is keeping our roads safe. Trucks are everywhere, big ones and small ones, transporting the commodities that we use every day. As of 2022, there are an estimated 20.5 million trucks operating on today’s roads in the United States alone.

Over 7 million are tractor trailers that weigh an average of 80,000 pounds or more. The transportation industry has been manufacturing trucks and trailers that incorporate the same type of technology to prevent truck related crashes and keep our roads safer.

According to research conducted by the AAA foundation for safety, equipping large trucks with advanced safety technologies can prevent 77,000 truck related crashes, 23,275 injuries and the loss of 500 lives per year.

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of truck safety through a study called “Leveraging Large Truck Technology and Engineering to Realize Safety Gains”. The study concluded that the benefits of installing advanced safety technologies in existing new large trucks will save many lives. In 2021, large trucks accounted for over 400,000 crashes that injured 116,000 and killed 4000 people. Although the trucking industry has changed, it seems the focus remains on emissions and cleaner burning fuels than major safety factors.

One of the major objectives of the study was to educate motorists about the new technology that the trucking industry is now implementing as to ease the minds of the motoring public when traveling on the highways. The truck market in North America has implemented over 918,000 truck safety systems up to the year 2021. These technologies include: Large truck lane departure

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Panorama Community Magazine Continued from previous page the drivers eyes of the road. Many large truck fleets are currently using this technology and have reported a large decrease in driver distracted type accidents.

Air disc brakes have been used on many trucks but are now becoming more popular due to the fact that they reduce stooping distance by up to 30 percent. Brake fade is also decreased making for safer stopping on steep declines. Advanced engine braking systems have made it easier to slow down on those steep declines thus promoting safer roads for all motorists.

Beginning in Dec of 2017 all large trucks that were over model year 2000 and travel within a 100-mile distance began to us required Electronic Logging Devices. The rule was put into effect to reduce the hours of service violations by making it very difficult for drivers to fake their on time – off time driving.

Studies show that the ELDs have since assisted in reducing crashes caused by fatigued drivers.

It is evident that are roads are becoming safer due to the technology in today’s automobiles. As the trucking industry continues to implements advanced safety features we can become increasingly confident that the 80,000-pound truck rolling down the highway next to us is equipped with effective technologies to keep us safer on the road.

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How Americans Map Out Summer Trips

(BPT) - Summer is traditionally a hot time for ... well, everything. And from temperatures to travel plans, 2022 is proving no different. Air travel is making headlines due to rising prices and grounded routes. Along with the lingering effects of the pandemic and rising prices, consumers are paying close attention to how they travel. Now, new data from Hankook Tire shows 60% of Americans expect to take a road trip by the end of summer, although how and where they are going is shifting gears.

Here are 5 things to expect from travel this summer: 1. Attitudes toward travel signal an emotional lane change. As the last two years had Americans feeling a bit nervous about travel, Hankook found that most (79%) are excited or hopeful about their next summer vacation or trip. Another 1 in 10 (11%) are determined to make it happen. While some remain apprehensive about travel, according to Deloitte, that now has more to do with the cost of travel rather than lingering safety concerns.

2. Most travelers will get behind the wheel. With concerns about air travel rising, more Americans are hitting the road. For those who plan to travel this summer, most will pack their trunks: 71% say they will travel by car as their next vacation's primary mode of transportation.

In general, this is due to overall preference for automotive travel (42%) or seeking added flexibility (40%). And while last summer, safety was the number two reason most travelers chose to go by car, this summer, it's slipped to fifth on the list,

behind preference and cost.

3. For those who are weary, gas prices play a part. Though prices are leveling out in some parts of the country, the cost of gas remains top-of-mind for many drivers this summer. Most (78%) say the cost of gas currently has a major to moderate impact on daily driving habits - including travel. So while those who are willing to travel may be considering a road trip, they may stick to their planned routes, rather than detour for the fun of it to save on gas.

Pro tip: checking traffic conditions before heading out can also be a small way to save on gas mileage, helping potentially avoid any bumper-to-bumper conditions. Also, be mindful of how much you pack, as heavier loads will take their toll on mileage efficiency.

4. Still, many will go the distance.

Despite worries over gas prices, a renewed appetite to return to travel has over one-third of travelers mapping out longer routes. Of the half of Americans who have already taken a vacation this year, Hankook found that 35% traveled long distances.

5. With travel recovery, comes busy roads. Without question, optimism around travel plans signals a positive sign for many businesses and cities hoping to make up for lost time the last two years, even amid inflation's impact. But for those planning to hit the road, it can also mean a traffic nightmare. According to the U.S. Travel Association, Fridays throughout June, July and August are some of the busiest travel days of the year (sometimes beating even major holidays!) So for those among the 13% of drivers who told Hankook they find their time spent driving can be a stressful experience, be sure to plan ahead and avoid the rush - and "pack your patience!"

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Celebrate Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month in August Did you know?

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• One in every 4 school-age children and 1 in every 17 preschool-aged children have some form of vision problem requiring treatment.

• 24% of teens with correctable vision have the wrong prescription and this rises to about 33% for Mexican-American and African-American teens.

• 80% of all blindness and vision impairment is either preventable or treatable.

Across the country, as children and parents are gearing up for the back to school, remember that healthy vision is critical to academic and social success. As a child grows, an untreated eye disease or condition becomes more difficult to correct. These can worsen and lead to other serious problems as well as affect reading ability, focus, classroom behavior, and social adjustment in school. Vision problems that can affect children include amblyopia, (“lazy eye”), strabismus, (“crossed eyes”), and the most common forms of refractive error: myopia (nearsightedness) and hyperopia (farsightedness) and astigmatism. Prevent Blindness recommends vision screening and eye care when indicated.

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When is the Right Time to Move to Memory Care?

By Rachael Timm, Marketing Director of Heritage Hill Senior Community The right time to transition to memory care is now. Why now? Why not? Once a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or a dementiarelated illness is given, it’s time to begin having conversations about memory care.

With an early diagnosis, your family can discuss with Mom or Dad their future care needs. Making them a part of the decisionmaking process also allows them to feel in control while maintaining their dignity through these anxious and uncertain times.

Also, in its early stages, your loved one is primarily independent and can manage their care from the comfort of home. As the disease progresses, so do symptoms of cognitive decline. It can become challenging to provide the care Mom and Dad deserve from in-home services alone.

Deciding the best memory care community for your loved one is a tough decision. An even harder choice— knowing when is the right time to make a move to memory care.

If you or your family members are conflicted by “when,” here are some telltale signs to consider: Their safety is a concern. Even early on, dementia can cause Mom or Dad to feel confused or disoriented. These symptoms can make them prone to wandering or vulnerable to falls and other mishaps at home.

A decline in overall health. How does your loved one look? Is their medicine taken correctly? Do they remember to eat, or is spoiled food left in the fridge or cabinets? Or are you struggling to get them to consent to activities of daily living like eating, bathing, dressing, and toileting?

No social life. For some family caregivers who maintain two households, there is little time for daily, purposeful activities and socialization, which puts your loved one at an increased risk of depression.

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a demanding job and takes a physical, mental, and emotional toll on the care partner. There is no shame in reaching out for help. Memory care communities offer peace of mind because the staff is available 24/7 to manage your loved one’s increasing care needs.

Most importantly, do not wait for a crisis to occur! The benefits of an early transition allot your loved one a necessary adjustment period to become familiar with their surroundings, form relationships with staff and residents, and help restore your role as child and parent or spouse and partner.

At Heritage Hill, we want you to be confident you and your family have made the best choice! Schedule a complimentary lunch and tour to learn more about Shepherd’s Garden, our highly structured memory care neighborhood, by contacting me at 570-215-3172 or rtimm@heritagehillsenior.com.

Continued from previous page Association, celebrates Children’s Eye Health and Safety Awareness Month each August to educate parents and caregivers on the steps that should be taken to ensure that their children are provided with the best opportunity to have a successful school year through healthy vision. In celebration of its 10th anniversary, the National Center for Children’s Vision and Eye Health at Prevent Blindness is offering the newly revised “Guide to Vision Health for Your Newborn, Infant, and Toddler.”

This no-cost comprehensive resource offers information on a variety of topics, including common milestones for visual development, how to help your baby’s vision to develop, warning signs of possible vision problems, and more. The earlier a vision disorder can be identified and treated, the stronger start to learning and development a child will have.

To find out more about children’s vision and Prevent Blindness, log on to https://www.preventblindness.org/ your-childs-sight.

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Nutrition to Nourish Your Body Carbohydrate Edition b y Dr. Candice Dutko, DNP

In follow-up to the article I wrote last month on protein, this month, let’s talk carbs! (If you missed last month’s article, you can find it in the Blog section of my website).

Unfortunately, carbs have acquired a negative connotation due to those that feel strongly towards a no-carb and/or low-carbohydrate nutritional approach.

Truth being, there is no one best nutritional approach and I am not suggesting one approach over the other. Truly, the best nutritional approach is the one that is most sustainable to help one achieve their goals.

Carbohydrates (carbs) benefit us in that they are a great source of energy. However, it is important to balance our carbohydrate intake with our activity levels. If one is not very active, their carbohydrate requirements are likely lower compared to someone who is more active and exercises regularly.

Whereas last month I mentioned how many people are challenged with eating enough protein, that is generally not the same problem with carbs. While I have met people who are not eating enough carbs to support their goals, I have observed many others that are eating more carbs than their current activity level requires.

It should be noted that not all carbs are created equal. I encouraged readers to refer to a Precision Nutrition Infographic on my website (under Blogs & Resources) last month regarding protein…and I encourage readers this month to review recommended carb sources on that same infographic. As

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with anything, there are foods we would benefit from “eating more” of, “eating some” of, and “eating less” of. Whereas the quantity of carbs is a strong influence on your overall weight…the quality of carbs is a strong influence on your overall health. In other words, consuming pop tarts regularly is going to yield a different body than one nourished by fruits and vegetables. Please note, this is not to say you never eat a pop tart…but they should make up a very small part of what you regularly eat (i.e. “eat less”).

Choosing carbs that are rich in fiber will help support feelings of satiety, or fullness.

(Last month, we also discussed how adequate protein helps us feel the same).

Someone who chooses carbs from the “eat more” such as beans, fresh or frozen fruit, or potatoes (white or sweet), are going to feel fuller longer versus those who eat from the “eat less” category. These slowerdigesting carbs also help promote more

stable blood sugar management. On the other hand, faster-digesting carbs (juices, soft drinks, cookies, cakes, muffins, i.e. “eat less” foods) will not help promote feelings of fullness and get a person started on an eating roller coaster throughout the day as they chase highs and lows with their blood sugar.

In addition, carbs (primarily those from the “eat more” category) are also a source of vitamins and minerals to support our body’s internal processes and overall health. A general good rule of thumb is to choose your carbs from the outskirts of the supermarket. Generally speaking, the least nourishing foods are those found in the interior aisles. For example, an apple you buy from the produce section has 5 grams of fiber and is a natural source of calcium, iron, potassium, vitamin A, and vitamin C. On the other hand, a serving of applesauce Continued on next page

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Learn From Solomon

by John Degenhart, DC I’m going to be transparent and be vulnerable in this article to show you my passion for this article. When I was 18 and a freshman in college, I was worried my grades wouldn’t be good enough. So I heard if you read three chapters in the Bible every night, you can read the entire word of God in one year. So that is what I did, and it gave me great inner strength as I formulated my plans for my future.

When I first read about Solomon, I was so impressed with his life that I got on my knees and asked God to give me wisdom for my future. God was so impressed with Solomon’s request, that he did not seek money or power, that God blessed Solomon with it all; wisdom, wealth, and power as long as he didn’t marry women who worshiped pagan gods and he didn’t honor those idols.

So although I was impressed with the younger life of Solomon, I later learned about the later life of Solomon. He had 300 wives and 700 mistresses. And he gave into their constant demands, and he built altars to their pagan gods. He did just what God warned him not to do.

He blew it! So God took away all his blessings and his family ended up in ruin.

So if Solomon, who had more wisdom and wealth than Elon Musk and Jack Besos combined was unable to fight the temptations of this world, what chances do you and I have to run the narrow path in life that runs to heaven?

The only chance is to surround ourselves with godly people who are transformed by the word of God and not conformed to the world. God wants you and I to use our talents to be successful in life. But not at the expense of losing your soul. Work hard, seek wisdom, but all through life, especially as you grow older, don’t lose sight of heaven like so many wealthy, popular movie stars who blow it. No riches on Earth for 80 years can compare to God’s love for eternity!

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Continued from previous page contains 1 gram of fiber, does have some potassium and calcium (often added in during processing), but does not contain iron or vitamin A. Not to mention, because the applesauce requires far less chewing than an actual apple, you are also likely not going to feel the same satisfaction from eating it that you would from eating a nice, crunchy apple.

It is possible to eat too much of a good thing. Even if you ate carbs only from the “eat more” list, you could still be eating beyond what your body requires. That is why it is essential to eat according to your body’s activity demands. Someone who sits at a desk 8 hours a day then goes home to sit on the couch and watch TV needs far less carbs than one who gets 10,000 steps a day and exercises 3-5 days per week.

Just as we discussed preparing protein in bulk to help us accomplish our goals, we can certainly prepare carbs that are healthier for us in bulk as well. For example, you can wash your apples as soon as you bring them home from the store…this way, all you have to do is grab the apple from the fridge when you are ready and just enjoy! Or, one of my favorites is to cut up some baby potatoes or some sweet potatoes and roast them up and then portion them out to enjoy with various meals throughout the week. One of my go-to snacks are baby carrots and I like to even put them in some to-go containers or baggies ahead of time so that I always have a healthy snack ready and available.

Ultimately, anything you can do to help make healthier choices easier will help you in the long run!

In closing, the way we nourish our body says a lot about how much we love our body. I encourage you to do more for yourself (and for others) coming from a place of love. Making the effort to move our bodies purposefully is an act of love towards our body. Making the conscious choice to nourish our bodies well is also an act of love towards our body. Furthermore, these acts of love towards our bodies also demonstrate our love to the important people in our lives as we will be able to enjoy a more fulfilling and vibrant life with them when we strive to be the healthiest version of ourselves.

Dr. Candice Dutko, DNP is a Registered Nurse and a Fitness & Nutrition Coach specializing in an individualized approach to wellness and fitness. Through her coaching service, Achieve Wellness & Fitness, her mission is to help people build confidence through wellness and fitness to live their lives to the fullest. She prioritizes a small caseload of clients to help ensure delivery of a comprehensive and supportive service. You can contact her at 570.704.6794 or check out her website at www. achievewellnessandfitness.com

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Radiation Therapy Treatment for Skin Cancer by the Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton Summer is in full swing. The sun is shining, the weather is warmer, and people are spending more time outside.

While all the fun in the sun activities are a good time, they are also exposing you to ultraviolet radiation from the sun, which puts you at risk of getting skin cancer.

Skin cancer occurs when there are abnormalities in the cells that make up the skin. There are two main types of malignant cancers, basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Basal cell carcinoma is a slow-growing cancer found in the base of the epidermis that accounts for about 90% of all skin cancers. It seldom spreads, but if left untreated can invade bone and other tissues under the skin. Squamous cell carcinoma is found on the surface of the skin. It can be more aggressive, can grow deep below the skin, and spread to distant areas of the body. A third type of skin cancer, called melanoma, begins in the cells that produce pigment in the skin. This type is less common, but more serious. However, if caught early, there is a nearly 97% chance for cure.

According to the Skin Cancer Foundation,the only international organization devoted solely to education, prevention, early detection, and prompt treatment of the world’s most common cancer, one in five Americans will develop skin cancer by age 70.

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of the skin that makes it hard to remove with surgery, radiation therapy may be used as the main treatment. Radiation can also be useful for some patients who are not good candidates for surgery. It can often cure small basal or squamous cell skin cancers and can delay the growth of more advanced cancers.

Radiation is also useful when combined with other treatments. For example, radiation can be used after surgery as an additional treatment to kill any small areas of remaining cancer cells that may not have been visible during surgery, lowering the risk of cancer coming back after surgery. It may also be used to help treat skin cancer that has spread to lymph nodes or other organs.

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 non-invasive 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.

Patients treated with external beam radiation therapy receive a certain number of daily radiation treatments usually over four to five weeks.

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.

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LVHN Now Offering COVID-19 Vaccines for Children Age 6 Months and Older in Hazleton, Schuylkill and Pocono Regions Families can now schedule PfizerBioNTech vaccinations for children age 6 months to 4 years by appointment only at specific vaccine clinics in Schuylkill, Monroe and Luzerne counties.

The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine series is a three-shot regimen, with each dose being one-tenth the dose of the vaccine given to adults. Children receiving the vaccine series are given the first two doses three weeks apart and a third at least two months later.

Upcoming vaccine clinics Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) will be hosting three sets of appointment-only vaccine clinics for this specific age group at COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Pottsville, East Stroudsburg and Hazleton.

During these clinics, children can receive their first, second or third dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine. The clinics have been scheduled in a way that allows children who attend all three dates in a set to complete their full vaccine series: Pottsville Clinic Set COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic–Schuylkill Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital–Schuylkill E. Norwegian Street, Wall Auditorium (third floor main lobby) Noon-6 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 1 & Monday, Sept. 26 East Stroudsburg Clinic Set COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic–Pocono Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital–Pocono — Noon-6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 3 & Wednesday, Sept. 28 Hazleton Clinic Set COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic–Hazleton Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hazleton main lobby — Noon-6 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 15 & Monday, Oct. 10 There are two easy ways to schedule appointments at these clinics: Go to MyLVHN, the health network’s patient portal: Sign In or Sign Up You will need proxy access to your child’s MyLVHN account to schedule through the patient portal. If you do not have proxy access, please contact your child’s health care provider. If your child does not have an LVHN provider, please call 888-402-LVHN (5846).

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833-584-6283 (833-LVHN-CVD). We’re open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

If your child cannot attend all the clinic dates in a set, a staff member at their first vaccine appointment will provide information on options for scheduling their second and third doses.

Common side effects Most side effects reported in this younger age group are mild and resolve completely within two days. They include: Chills, Decreased appetite, Drowsiness, Irritability, Fever, Headache, Muscle aches, Nausea or vomiting, Pain, swelling and/or redness at the injection site It’s completely normal for your child to experience these side effects, but if you have any questions, it is best to reach out to your child’s pediatrician for support.

For more vaccination information, visit LVHN.org/vaccines.

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The 3 Best Things To Do For Your Knee Pain

by Ting Oh, Physical Therapist at Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers

Are you not enjoying summer because your knee hurts?

Have you tried ice, heat or medications but not getting any relief? Let me tell you the 3 things you can do to help manage knee pain. It’s what I do for my knees.

First you want to make sure there is no structural damage to your knee like a torn ligament of meniscus because if something is torn, you want to get professional help to make sure you are not going to do anything that may make you worse. Also if your pain is at the point where you are having a tough time putting weight on it, get it checked out. At FYZICAL Hazleton, we have diagnostic tools like ultrasound imaging that can look into your knee and help identify what could be wrong.

So for those with knee pain, the first thing you should do is some self massage. The best areas to work on are the thigh muscles (front, back and sides) and the calf muscles. When tight, they can put strain on the knee and cause muscle imbalances resulting in pain. My go to tool for self massage is the hypervolt handheld massager.

They have different heads and speeds so you can adjust depending on how much pain you have. I spend around 1 minute on each tight area before I do my exercises.

The second thing to do is to get some support. Support like kinesiology taping or a knee sleeve provides feedback to your joint and muscles, allowing them to work better offering better stability. When I work out or do anything physical I use kinesiology taping and a knee sleeve on top.

The knee sleeve I use is an Incrediwear sleeve which has ions infused in them which helps with healing. They are also sturdy which I find comforting.

The third thing to do is do some exercises for the muscles that support the knee. Aside from knee stretches like the hamstring and strengthening of the quadriceps, the core, hip and calf muscles are very important. Research has shown core/hip weakness and calf tightness can cause knee pain.

A couple of good exercises include bridges, hip abduction, planks and calf stretches. Aim to do them regularly along with knee exercises.

Doing these 3 things regularly can help keep knee pain at bay and I do them regularly as I have had 2 knee surgeries previously. If you are interested in getting some of the tools I use, feel free to contact us at FYICAL Hazleton, as we have them for sale.

For more information on how to take care of knee pain, or if you would like to set up an appointment to have your knee checked out, please give us a call on 570-501-1808, before the nice weather is gone. Also check out our Youtube page FYZICAL Hazleton for instructional videos on knee pain.

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Monkey Pox

by Stephen Schleicher, MD Something a bit scary happened this spring; cases of monkeypox were confirmed in both the United States (first in Boston and New York City) and Europe. To date thousands of people in 61 countries on 6 continents have been infected including at least 1,500 persons in the US. Monkeypox is a contagious disease with some similarities to smallpox. Smallpox was a dreaded worldwide scourge that has fortunately been eradicated from the planet.

How does monkeypox present?

The first signs are flu-like symptoms accompanied by swollen glands, fever, and body aches. Soon after a rash appears on the skin which rapidly turns into blisters. Once the blisters scab over an infected person is no longer contagious.

Fortunately, monkeypox is not Covid and a pandemic is unlikely.

Covid spreads rapidly by air-borne droplets and has a significant death rate; a staggering 1 million Americans have already died from this disease. Spread of monkeypox in general requires close personal contact. Many cases have been related to sexual contact especially among men who have sex with men.

And monkeypox can be spread by animals. In 2003 nearly 50 people in the Midwest caught the disease from pet prairie dogs. Fortunately to date no American has died from monkeypox and if exposed a two dose vaccine (called Jynneos) is available. In fact, recognizing the potential for continued spread of disease, US health officials are readying 1 million doses but to date demand for the vaccine is outstripping supply.

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Are Your IBS Symptoms More Challenging To Manage Than They Were A Year Ago? (BPT) - If you live with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), does it seem like your symptoms have not improved in the last 12 months? According to recent survey results, this has been the experience for many adults living with IBS. This data comes from a recent Salix-sponsored survey of more than 700 IBS patients, of which nearly half (49%) of respondents found their IBS symptoms more challenging to manage in the past year.

Additionally, the majority of respondents reported that their multiple GI symptoms have not improved over the last 12 months (between 77% and 81% of respondents across all IBS symptoms included in the

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Salix Pharmaceuticals, in partnership with the Farleigh Dickinson University Poll, recently released the second annual "Patient Perspectives Report: Living with IBS Now." The report, which is available at www.salix. com/newsreleases, reveals insights into the symptoms and behaviors of people living with the condition.

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Comprehensive Dental Care John J. Della Croce, DMD, MAGD Melissa B. Della Croce, DMD, FAGD Tanya Cheeseman-Fanning DMD

ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS!

450 Washington Street, Freeland 570.636.0660 www.dellacrocedentalcare.com

Plants & Fresh Cut Flowers Deli Meats & Baked Goods Locally Grown Fresh Produce Housewares & Pet Supplies Hand Crafted Items Antiques & Vintage Collectibles

WE HAVE UR ALL OF YO OL CHO BACK-TO-S !

SUPPLIES

OPEN ALL YEAR LONG! EVERY WEDNESDAY 8AM-7PM

1/4 MILE WEST OF RTS 54 & 309,TAMAQUA

570-668-2630

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malagascleaning19@gmail.com

• www.malagascleaning.com

(570) 926-2475

Need a Cleaning Service???

You can count on us to provide the best service for your home or business.

Deep Cleaning ∙ Carpet Cleaning Move In & Out Cleaning Construction Clean Up ∙ Disinfecting

FEUSSNER’S FORD, INC.

•Pulled Pork •Beef Brisket •Pork Ribs

Bold Looks and Trendy Accessories for Back

New & Used Vehicles www.feussnerford.com

570-636-3920 • 800-346-9200

BEER

CAN DO BEVERAGE & CONVENIENCE STORE 419 South Poplar Street

CONVENIENCE

Seasonal Soups • Subs • Sandwiches • Wraps Salads • Breakfast Sandwiches • Fresh Hot Coffee GRAB N GO CONVENIENCE!

with a Simply Spiked Lemonade or a Busch Light Apple!

Picking-Up Scrap Metal

ING IN

SPECIALIZ

5 Week Evening Training Course

NURSE AIDE TRAINING at 103 Rotary Drive, West Hazleton

REGISTER FOR OUR UPCOMING CLASSES!

Sept-6th - Oct-7th Oct-10th - Nov-11th 570-582-4556 (Class is reimburseable)

"DIRECT CARE WORKER GRANT AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS"

We Are Your One Shop EZ Stop!

4/18/2022-5/20/2022 JC Small Engine 5/23/2022-6/24/2022 Lawn & Garden

Improve Your Hearing With

“At–No–Cost–To–You”

Equipment Sales & Service

After the Sale...It’s the Service that Counts!

The risk-free way to try hearing aids with no deposit or commitment required

Nevin Balliet, BC-HIS Nationally Board Certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences

Professional, Reliable & At Your Convenience

Visit Our Boutique or Shop Online!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL

Cast Iron • Steel • Stainless Steel • Aluminum Copper • Wire Fittings • Pipe

• Propane & Acelyene Tanks • Wood Stove Furnaces • Exercise Equipment • Lawn Equipment • Air Conditioners • Electric Motors • Appliances • Car Parts •Tools

Weekly Sneak Peeks Live on FB Thursdays at 6pm!

ONE SHOP

Hazleton’s #1 Fresh Food 570-454-7909 Beer Distributor Made To Order 570-454-1758 Weekly Deli Specials We Have All Of Your Favorites Domestic • Premium • IPAs & More 12 Packs • Cases • 30 Packs LOWEST PRICES IN THE AREA GUARANTEED!

36 Terrace Rd. Freeland, PA 18224 WWW.SECODASTOWING.COM

To School!

Stop In & See What's New!

470 South Street, Freeland

DBA

fashionbybellaboutique.com 570.871.7759

Brookhill Square South, 642 Route 93 Rear Suite 34-3, Conyngham, PA 18219 Tues, Wed & Thurs 11am-6pm • Fri & Sat 11am-5pm

Sales • Service Inspections

COLD

MASLEY’S AUTO WRECKERS

In Business for Over 70 Years

Stihl • Simplicity Exmark • Snapper Ferris • Echo

~ AUTHORIZED DEALER ~ Briggs & Stratton • Tecumseh Kawasaki • Kohler PICK UP & DELIVERY

570-427-8811

www.NortheastHearingSolutions.com

Route 93 - 2281 Hudson Drive, Weatherly

Kristen Ebert

Independent Travel Consultant

BASED IN HAZLETON, PA

ATTENTION CDL-A DRIVERS LOCAL & REGIONAL DRIVERS NEEDED • FULL OR PART TIME

BRAND NEW 2023 TRUCKS!

570-233-0093 • kristene@mickeyworldtravel.com www.mickeyworldtravel.com www.facebook.com/MickeyWorldTravelKristenEbert

For All Your Party Needs!

250 Air Mile Radius Paid $23 Per Hour Salary Increases on a Merit Basis To Schedule an Interview Call Larry

570-578-4328

✔ Home Daily & Off Weekends ✔ 8-12 Hours Per Day ✔ Drop and Hook – No Touch ✔ 1 Year Experience Required ✔ Must Pass DOT Physical & Drug Screen ✔ Must Have Clean MVR / No DUI ✔ Dependablility a Must!

lombardoenterprises@outlook.com

BUFFALO CHICKEN CHEESE STEAKS CHICKEN, BACON, RANCH CHEESE STEAKS BONELESS WINGS 600 South Poplar St.,

“Hazleton Heights” Hazleton

Find us in the Front of the Building

(570) 956-9976

Mon-Fri 9am-4pm

•Inspections Cleanings •Maintenance Metal Chimneys •Repairs Rebuilds •Relines Restorations

570.710.0562

treetopchimneyservice@ptd.net Proprietor Michael Wersinger Licensed & Insured

Steward’s Store

— Since 1989 — Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteaks Bacon, Chicken, Ranch Subs Screamin’ Buffalo Cheesesteaks Boneless Wings • French Fries Screamin’ Cheddar Fries

. . .Please pardon the dust – just reorganizing to serve you better. . .

Desks, Chairs and Office Supplies All NEW at Discounted Prices!

928 Center St., Sheppton

Markdowns on already discounted