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Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley, Inc.
24 Hour HOTLINE: 610-437-3369
Sexual Assault
HOTLINE: 610-437-6611
Drunk Driving
HOTLINE: 610-437-6111
MADD - 610-770-9559
Child Abuse
HOTLINE: 610-437-6611
Elder Abuse
HOTLINE: 610-252-9060
Other Victims of Violence
HOTLINE: 610-437-6611
Crime Victim's Compensation
HOTLINE: 610-437-6611
Drug & Alcohol Abuse
(610) 923-0394
Crisis Intervention
Telephone
24 Hours: 610-252-9060
Northampton County Drug and Alcohol Division
Telephone:610-559-3270
Bethlehem Recovery Center
(610) 849-2209
Northampton County Mental Health
2801 Emrick Boulevard, Bethlehem, PA
Telephone - 610-829-4840
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24 Hours 610-829-4841
With Any of these Issues..........
OPIOD/ DRUG ADDICTION
PA GET HELP NOW
1-800-662-4237
Victim/Witness Assistance
Phone: 610-829-6645
Domestic Violence
Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley, Inc.
24 Hour HOTLINE: 610-437-3369
Sexual Assault
HOTLINE: 610-437-6611
Drunk Driving
HOTLINE: 610-437-6111
MADD - 610-770-9559
Child Abuse
HOTLINE: 610-437-6611
Elder Abuse
HOTLINE: 610-252-9060
Other Victims of Violence
HOTLINE: 610-437-6611
Crime Victim's Compensation
HOTLINE: 610-437-6611
Drug & Alcohol Abuse
(610) 923-0394
Crisis Intervention
Telephone
24 Hours: 610-252-9060
Northampton County Drug and Alcohol Division
Telephone:610-559-3270
Bethlehem Recovery Center
(610) 849-2209
Northampton County Mental Health
2801 Emrick Boulevard, Bethlehem, PA
Telephone - 610-829-4840
Crisis Intervention
24 Hours 610-829-4841
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Breakfast With the Easter Bunny.......Ryan Kreider and family enjoyed breakfast with the East Bunny sponsored by the Bangor High School Girls Basketball team in the senior high school cafeteria. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photos Lynn Cistone
Notre Dame Fire......31st Annual Farm Animal Frolic Quiet Valley’s 31st annual Farm Animal Frolic is May 18, 19 and May 25, 26, Saturdays 10 am to 4 pm, and Sundays noon to 4 pm.
To folks in the 21st century springtime means warmer weather, flowers blooming and the return of robins. In the early 1800s it meant fresh greens became available, a real treat after a bland winter diet. The kitchen garden was planted with such things as peas, onions, beets and carrots. Chickens started laying eggs again and it was also when the animals on the homestead had their babies. At Farm Animal Frolic we celebrate the renewal of life that comes with the season of spring. Meet the baby farm animals up close and personal. See kid goats and lambs frolicking about. If you’ve ever wonder where the saying “two shakes of a lamb’s tail” came from you can see the reason for yourself. Chicks will be peeping away and some will be hatching in incubators so visitors can watch them crack out of their shells. There will be a new calf for the children to meet and guests of all ages will laugh at the ducklings as they play in the water. Twice a day there is a special children's show where youngsters can enjoy puppet shows or storytelling. There are opportunities to play old fashion games, jump in the hay or try the Fish Pond. Kathy Uhler, from the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, will present a show on local wildlife on Saturday May 18th at 12:30 and 2:00. New at Frolic this year is the U.S. Detachment of Engineers Civil War re-enactors who will talk about map making on May 18th and 19th. Admission is $8.00 for Adults and $5.00 for ages 3 thru 12. Children under 3 years of age are free. Pony Rides and Horse-drawn Wagon Rides are an additional charge and are weather permitting. Refreshments are available. No Smoking or Pets. Frolic is held Rain or Shine. The schedule and prices are subject to change. All funds raised go to support the mission of the non-profit farm museum. Len Mooney will hold open mic at the Broadway Pub Tuesday April 16 from 7-10pm. The intention of this Open Mic is to build a community of musicians and artists in the Bangor area and beyond. Everyone is welcome! Bring all your New Orleans tunes it's Fat Tuesday and the end of Mardi Gras so come on out and help "Spread the Groove"!
First Responders Recognition Dinner......Members of Operation SlateBelt Love. enjoy a meal at the Broadway Pub during a recognition dinner for area first responders. PHOTO GALLERY Photo: Nick Pulsinelli The Belt and Beyond
Today's Slate Belt Sports....... April 16 Track & Field: Southern Lehigh at Bangor,4:00pm; Pen Argyl at Wilson,3:30 Baseball Bangor at Pen Argyl, 4:00pm Softball Bangor at Pen Argyl, 4:00pm
Today's Special Slate Belt Area Events....... Pastie Sale at Christ Lutheran A Pastie Sale will be held at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 703 S. Delaware Dr. (Route 611), Mt. Bethel (Stone Church) on Tuesday, April 16th. Pasties can be picked up between 11am and 1 pm. The cost is $5.75 per beef pastie. Place your order with or without onions. Advance orders are recommended and can be placed until the Sunday prior to sale date. To place your order or for additional information call Chrissy at 610-588-0809.
Today's Regular Slate Belt Events....... Book Discussion - Blue Mountain Library 6:30 pm Bingo - Portland Fire Co., 7pm. Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm Bangor Public Library - Open 10-8 Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show Preschool Story Time - Bangor Public Library, 10-11am. Mission of Love Food Pantry & Clothes Closet - N. Main St., Bangor, 10-12 Roseto Planning Commission - 7:00pm Borough Hall Pen Argyl Park Board - Meeting, Community Center, 7:00pm. Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm Full Calendar
Today's New Announcements....... AARP Trip & Picnic Slate Belt AARP Chapter 4135 will be taking a trip to Boston, Salem and Cape Ann, Sept. 12-16,2019. This is open to the public...Anyone interested please call Deanna 610-588-4623 for more info. The Chapter is having a Picnic on June 10, 1pm, at the Senior Center. This will be open to the public and if interested, please call Deanna at the above # or Paula, 610-392-7737 for more info. Lehigh Amateur Radio Club The Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will hold its monthly meeting Thursday, May 2, 7:30 pm in the Bethlehem Township Community Center, 2900 Farmersville Road, Bethlehem. Program: "Radios of the 1931 Lindberg Survey Flights” by KN4R. Members and others interested always are invited. Directions: https://tinyurl.com/y852acvn . FMI: www.dlarc.org , KE3AW@ARRLnet , 610.432.8286. Public Service Announcements. Tenant Rights & Responsibilities Workshop
Slate Belt Rising will be hosting a Tenant Rights and Responsibilities Workshop on Saturday, April 27th from 9 am until 12 pm at William Pensyl Social Hall in Portland, PA. Staff from North Penn Legal Services and the Housing Equality Center of Pennsylvania will provide presentations to help educate individuals on their rights as tenants. Registration for this event is required, the deadline to register is Friday, April 19th. For additional information and to register contact Slate Belt Rising Director Stephen Reider at 484-523-0900 or [email protected]. Collecting Stuffed Animal Service Project Pack 102 is proud to announce a local community service project to benefit Bangor Police Department. We are collecting NEW stuffed animals at four downtown Bangor Locations: Broadway Pub, Bangor Trust Brewing, Recovery Revolution, Inc,and A Clean Slate. Stop by during regular business hours and look for our boxes starting Saturday. We will be collecting these new stuffed animals through April 2019. Pack 102 "Bear" Preston Rogers won the coloring contest. Please share! Citizen's Police Academy Registration Slate Belt Regional Police Departments Citizen's Police Academy registration is Open. The 2019 Academy class will run every Wednesday from April 17 - June 5, 2019, 6:00pm - 8:30pm. They will tour the Northampton County 9-1-1 Center and Monroe County Prison. Come meet SBRPD officers and learn what an officer encounters on a daily basis. Follow the link below to the Citizen's Police Academy tab and sign up. Deadline for applications is Friday, March 29th. Minimum age is 18, residents will have first priority, however, all are welcome after cursory background check. Questions? Email Pat at [email protected] Lunch With The Author The Blue Mountain Community Library invites you to “LUNCH WITH AN AUTHOR” April 25, 2019 at Grace United Methodist Church, 404 E. Mountain Ave., Pen Argyl, PA. Local author, Maryann McFadden will discuss her novel “The Cemetery Keeper’s Wife,” her longest and most challenging work to date. Luncheon, catered by Cafe ’on Broadway, will be at 12:00 pm (Doors open at 11:30 am) and will consist of soup, sandwich, chips, desserts and beverages. Tickets are $10 each and MUST be purchased in advance of the event. There will be no tickets available at the door. Tickets are limited and may be purchased at the Library, located at 216 S. Robinson Ave., Pen Argyl, PA through April 18, 2019. Hours are M-SA, 10:00 am to Noon, and M-Th, 6:00-8:00 pm. Call Lisa at 610-863-3029 for information or visit www.bmcl.org. Bangor Park Volleyball Registration The Bangor Park Volleyball League will hold its annual registration from 7 to 8 PM on Monday, May 6 at Bangor Memorial Park at the pavilion next to the volleyball courts. The league, in existence for nearly four decades, consists of women’s A and B (Mondays), co-ed (Tuesdays) and men’s (Thursdays). The league begins the first week of June, and all games will begin promptly at 7 PM. Team representatives may submit their team roster and a check for $150 made payable to Bangor Borough. Those who are unable to attend the meeting should contact league director Marc Ennico at 484.819.0898 or [email protected]. The deadline to submit payment and roster is Monday, May 20. Bus Trip to 911 Memorial PAHS Class of 1973 Scholarship Fund hosting a Trip to New York 911 Memorial Museum and little Italy Saturday June 29, 2019. Bus pickup at William Penn park and ride 8:00am. Visit 911 Museum at 10:00am-12:00pm then to Little Italy for Lunch on your own. Bus picks up there at 3:00pm back to William Penn park and ride. Price is $65.00, includes Bus and Ticket into Museum. For a reservation please call Margaret 610-417-0461. Heritage Center Monthly Schedule May 9, 7PM: “Structural Slate Company” by Kenton Lerch; June 7 PM: “Annual Preservation Awards” July 11, 7 PM; “Geology & History of Geologic Resources in the Slate Belt” by Edward Henning; August 8, 7:00 PM: TBA; September 12, 7 PM: “Anniversary of Normandy” by Russ Stout; October 10, 7 PM” “Annual Haunted Heritage Show” Sundays: November 10, 2 PM: “Bangor-Pen Argyl 100th Game” by Walter Cole; December 8, 2 PM: “The Great Slate Belt Trivia Contest” hosted by Emcee Marc Blau; January 12, 2020, 2 PM: “History of the Mummers” by Melissa Hough. FREE SUNDAY DINNERS
1st Sunday of Every Month East Bangor United Methodist Church, Central Ave., East Bangor 4 - 6 pm 610-588-4453 2nd Sunday of Every Month Crossroad Baptist, S. 2nd St., Bangor 4 - 5:30 pm 610-588-3966 3rd Sunday of Every Month Ackermanville United Methodist, 1410 Ackeranville Rd. 4 - 5:30 pm 610-588-7818 4th Sunday of Every Month First United Methodist, 3rd St., Bangor 12:30 pm - ?? 610-588-4673 Last Saturday of Every Month - Hospitality Luncheon First United Presbyterian Church, 218 W. Penna. Ave., Pen Argyl 11:30 - 1:30 pm 610-863-4447 If you have any questions, please call the respective churches. SUNDAY CHURCH SCHEDULE
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Going out of town? Let SBRPD know that your house will be vacant and they'll do frequent drive-bys.. Safe travels... http://slatebeltpd.com/ SBRPD is: 911 (Emergency), 610-759-8517 (Non-Emergency), 610-759-8523 (Fax) and 1-888-823-4978 FREE (Non-Emergency Toll Free) dRUG TAKE BACK BOX
The Slate Belt Regional Police Department has a prescription drug “Take-Back “box at their 6292 Sullivan Trail, Nazareth, Pa office (Plainfield Township Municipal Building). Contact information for the SBRPD is: 911 (Emergency), 610-759-8517 (Non-Emergency), 610-759-8523 (Fax) and 1-888-823-4978 FREE (Non-Emergency Toll Free) Send Your News To Us
Eagle Cam......The Live-streamed Eagle cam from Hanover Pa. is back for its fifth year. Sightings have already been recorded. They are currently in their incubating phase. Incubation time is about 35 days, meaning the eggs would likely hatch some time in late March. Click on the graphic to see the nest in real time.
Heritage Center Preservation Awards
The Slate Belt Heritage Center is pleased to announce the recipients of their 2019 Preservation Awards in the following categories: The Architectural Award is presented to an individual(s) who has performed an exemplary act in saving or conserving a historic building, place or artifact where restoration is authentic to preservation. This years’ award will be presented to Sherry & Gary Haycock. They have restored the former Conrad Miller house, which was built at the end of the 19th century. This house was in total disrepair, left to decay with trees growing up to hide its former splendor. The original clapboard was repaired and has remained intact. The original window and doors have been kept and returned to their former state. The wrap around porch was totally restored along with tongue-in-groove flooring. All the floors in the house have been refinished to reflect the original parquet wood. The kitchen has minimal updates, keeping the original sink, some cabinets and a fire place. Woodwork, throughout the house, was kept in original condition. Walls were re-plastered and a picture rail remains. All stained glass windows were restored and original radiators were kept with slate or iron scroll work toppers. The grounds surrounding the home have been cleared to promote the picturesque setting. The Initiative Award is presented to an individual(s) who has shown exemplary actions in promoting and preserving Slate Belt heritage through in-kind actions. This award will be presented to Mrs. Diane Richards, Mrs. Judy Bowley, Mrs. Ann Miller, and Mrs. Peggy Reimer. Known as “The Readers” for the Homefront Project, they have worked tirelessly over three years to read, summarize, rate and archive over 3200 Homefront letters. They spent countless hours at the Center receiving only the satisfaction of knowing that they were preserving a piece of Slate Belt history. The Homefront Letters book could not have been written without their efforts. Mr. Lawrence Rosato will also receive a certificate for his unending dedication to keep the Heritage Center maintained weekly. The Special Focus Award is presented to an individual(s) who has shown exemplary actions in saving or conserving traditions or a body of knowledge. That individual who contributes to education information via documentation. This award will be presented to Mrs. Jacqueline Bartosh and Mr.Ty Bartosh owners of Greenwalk Trout Hatchery. Upon inheriting the hatchery from Mrs. Bartosh’s father, they have continually worked to keep the water shed clean and pure. The environmental impact of their dedication is an asset to the Slate Belt. The introduction of Nestle Corporation into the hatchery’s spring water has made their contribution more environmentally sound. They also run educational programs for elementary students, at the hatchery, and continue to grow the Greenwalk name. Their efforts have sustained the old fashioned way for a long period of time. These awards are to acknowledge individuals who have performed acts that promote and preserve the culture and heritage of the Slate Belt. For their efforts in these acts, the Slate Belt Heritage Center will be honoring them at a public ceremony on Thursday, June 20th at 7:00 PM at the Center located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA. For additional information please contact Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661. Six Bangor Students Selected for All-State Chorus Bangor Area High School students, including Deja Breitfeller, Andrea Morokutti and Kristen Stopfer participated in All-State Chorus on April 7 in Pittsburgh.
Hannah Bledsoe, Cathianne McKenna and Brookel Sabella qualified for All-State Chorus but were also selected to participate in All-Eastern Honors Treble Chorus held at the 2019 National Association for Music Educators. They were among approximately 50 students selected from eleven states in the northeast United States. To qualify for this prestigious honor, students must have been selected in their All-State ensemble during their sophomore or junior year in the 2017-18 school year. State music educators associations selected the students from their state by ranking students from the previous year’s All-State groups. It's Spring, Protect Against Lyme Disease With longer days and warmer spring weather on the way all Pennsylvanians should be aware of Lyme disease and ticks as they spend more time outdoors.
"Lyme disease can be a very serious illness, and left untreated, can cause life-threatening complications," PA. Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine said. "Ticks that carry Lyme disease can be found in any part of our state, whether rural, suburban and even urban areas. It is essential that people who will be outdoors, whether hiking, visiting a park or walking their dog take steps to protect themselves by dressing properly. After being outside, it is essential to check yourself for ticks and to shower right away." Pennsylvania cases of Lyme disease are among the highest in the country, and ticks carrying Lyme disease have been found in each of Pennsylvania's 67 counties. In 2017, there were 11,900 cases of Lyme disease in the state. Ticks that carry Lyme disease can be found in nearly any location. Governor Wolf has continued his commitment to addressing Lyme disease by proposing $2.5 million dollars in the 2019-2020 budget toward Lyme disease education and prevention.
However, not all persons with Lyme disease develop a rash. Other symptoms are non-specific and include fever, fatigue, headache, muscle aches and joint pain. If untreated, the disease can cause joint swelling, cardiac or neurological complications, and is more difficult to treat. GCS Fan Gets Surprise Visit Two-year-old Rhett Smith of Wind Gap waits weekly for Waste Management’s big green truck to roll down his Aunt Luanne’s street. Every Friday, Rhett runs to the door waving like crazy to surprise his favorite garbage men with big smiles and occasional treats. This week, the garbage men came rolling down the street to surprise Rhett with something special. Representatives from Waste Management of Pen Argyl stopped to visit with the young fan who beamed from ear to ear as each one shook his hand. “He loves you guys! And we appreciate all that the drivers do to show Rhett they notice his enthusiasm,” commented Rhett’s father, Ryan Smith. Waste Management driver, Gary Martin stepped out from behind the wheel to surprise Rhett with his very own branded toy truck and other memorabilia. “His enthusiasm makes our day! We love seeing friendly faces like Rhett’s,” said Gary. Please E-mail Your News To Us
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Bangor Library New Books
Fine Policy For Kids
The Bangor Public library is happy to announce a new policy for kids to take responsibility for their own fines. Starting now if a junior patron (ages 15 years old or under) owes fines on their card only they may read their fines away. The junior patron will be required to read at the library in front of one of the staff members. Junior patrons will fill out a reading log; every half hour that they read will equal $1.00 off their fines. Fines can only be read off junior patron cards. The library believes that with this new policy junior patrons will learn responsibility as well as filling in the reading gap that so many kids face today. For more information please contact the library at 610-588-4136 March 28
Adult Fiction Americanah by Chimamanda Adichie Ghosts of Manhattan by Douglas Brunt The Last Second by Catherine Coulter The Beguiled by Thomas Cullinan Celtic Empire by Clive Cussler One Simple Wish by Kathy Lee Run Away by Harlan Coben Descent by Tim Johnston A Separation by Katie Kitamura The Widow Waltz by Sally Koslow Deep Harbor by Fern Michaels The Cornwells Are Gone by James Patterson The Fifth Doctrine by Karen Robards The Tiger in the House by Jacqueline Sheehan The Girl in the Garden by Melanie Wallace Wild Card by Stuart Woods Adult Non Fiction It’s Called a Break Because it’s Broken by Greg Behrendt The Complete Beer Guide by Brian Glover How to Select and Grow African Violets by Theodore James Junior Fiction A Christmas Surprise by Sue Bentley A Summer Spell by Sue Bentley A Circus Wish by Sue Bentley A Glittering Gallop by Sue Bentley Classroom Chaos by Sue Bentley Double Trouble by Sue Bentley Moonlight Mischief by Sue Bentley Seaside Mystery by Sue Bentley Sparkling Steps by sue Bentley Star Dreams by Sue Bentley Across the Wide and Lonesome Prairie by Kristiana Gregory Thea Stilton and the Mystery in Paris by Thea Stilton Thea Stilton and the Mystery on The Orient Express by Thea Stilton Thea Stilton and the Prince’s Emerald by Thea Stilton Thea Stilton, Big Trouble in The Big Apple by Thea Stilton Easy Fiction We Are The Gardeners by Joanna Gaines The Stray Dog by Marc Simont Audio Books The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See DVDS Aquaman Ocean’s 8 Palo Alto Shark Tale Strawberry Shortcake: Let’s Dance Blue Mt. Library New BooksAdult Fiction:
The Lost Girls of Paris, Pam Jenoff The Crooked Street, Brian Freeman The Red Address Book, Sofia Lundberg The Wedding Guest, Jonathan Kellerman The Au Pair, Emma Rous More Than Words, Jill Santopolo Walking Shadows, Faye Kellerman The Dead Ex, Jane Corry The Rule of Law, John Lescroart Judgment, Joseph Finder The Wartime Sister, Lynda Cohen Loigman An Anonymous Girl, Greer Hendricks The Magnolia Inn, Carolyn Brown Wildflower Heart, Grace Green The Current, Tim Johnston Cemetery Road, Greg Iles The Silent Patient, Alex Michaelides Adult Large Print: Of Blood and Bone, Nora Roberts Never Tell, Lisa Gardner Adult Non-fiction: The First Conspiracy, Brad Meltzer Unexampled Courage, Richard Gergel The Heartbeat of Wounded Knee, David Treuer Vertical Divider
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