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Call The Numbers Below For Help
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
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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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. Easter Bunny Arrives in Wind Gap....
Wind Gap area children and their parents visited the Scorecard Saturday to have breakfast with the Easter Bunny. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photos Emily Dario
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.
Today's Slate Belt Sports....... April 8 Boys Tennis Pen Argyl at Southern Lehigh, 4:00pm Baseball Bangor at Moravian Academy, 4:15; Notre Dame at Pen Argyl, 4:00 Softball Bangor at Freedom 4:15; Notre Dame at Pen Argyl, 4:00
Today's Special Slate Belt Area Events....... Slate Belt AARP Meets April 8 Slate Belt AARP Chapter 4135 will hold its next meeting on April 8th, at 1pm at the Senior Center on American Bangor Road. Everyone is welcome to attend.shaving her head to raise money and awareness for pediatric cancer research. All proceeds benefit St. Baldrick’s Foundation. Minimum donation of $10 for 1 1/2 hours of pure sweat and FUN! Power through 30 minutes each of Insanity, P90X, and PiYo Live and SweatItOut for a cause!
Today's Regular Slate Belt Events....... Bingo - Kunkletown Fire Co. Progressive Jackpot. 7pm Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm Bangor Public Library - Open 1-8 Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show Bangor Borough Council - Meets Bee Hive Community Center, 7pm Upper Mount Bethel Supervisors - Meets 7:00pm Slate Belt AARP - Blue Valley Farm Show, 1:30pm Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm Full Calendar
Today's New Announcements....... Veterans Outeach Rep. Marsha Hahn's veterans outreach event will be held this Wednesday, April 10. A representative from the Pennsylvania American Legion will visit my district office from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a great opportunity to have individual questions answered or check out programs that may be available to you. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please call (610) 746-2100. My district office is located at 196 West Moorestown Road, Bushkill Township.
Public Service Announcements. Faith Christian School's Sixth Annual Gala
The sixth annual Faith Gala “Masquerade Ball” to be held at the historic Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort in Shawnee on Delaware, PA, Saturday, April 27 from 5 to 9 p.m. The theme of this year’s gala is Masquerade Ball, “Unmasking greatness, one student at a time.” Formal wear is suggested; black tie and masks are optional. The Gala begins with hors d’oeuvres, followed by dinner and dessert auction. Both silent and live auctions will be held to support the academic and scholarship programs at Faith Christian School in Roseto, Pa. For more information on the program, menu selections, to preview auction items, see the list of corporate sponsors, purchase tickets, or donate auction items, please contact Sheila Boyer at 610-588-8815, email [email protected] or go to www.faithgala.org or visit their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/fcslions. Tickets are $40 per person. Deadline for reservations is April 12. Free Fraud Protection Seminar Merchants Bank is hosting a free seminar, sharing helpful information to:
At Washington Township Volunteer Fire Company Banquet Room 920 Washington Blvd, Bangor, PA 18013 Light refreshments will be served. RSVP by Friday, April 12, 2019 by calling 484-548-6081 or with a simple reply to this email. Slate Belt Chamber Scholarship Applications The Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce applications for Scholarship Achievement Award 2019 are available March 1st at the guidance departments of Bangor High School, Pen Argyl High School, Faith Christian & Career Institute of Technology. The Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce will award one scholarship to a senior from each of the four area schools: Bangor, Pen Argyl, Faith Christian & Career Institute of Technology. Applicants must reside in the Slate Belt to apply. The scholarships will be presented to the students based upon the following criteria; academic accomplishment, demonstrated service to school and/or community, demonstration of leadership capabilities and future vocational plans. Please note: A separate award, The Frederick R. Curcio, Jr. Scholarship Award, may also be applied for at this time. To qualify a senior must been enrolled in a computer science related course or planning to attend a Technical School of their choice or majoring in computer science. Applications must be received by April 15, 2019. To honor the recipients, parents and friends, a Scholarship Awards Dinner is planned for May 17th at Tuscarora Inn. For more information contact the guidance department or the chamber office at 610.588.1000. Scholarship Applications Available Bangor Womens Club GFWC Scholarship Applications are available. The applications can be picked up at Bangor High School and Faith Christian School Guidance offices. A $1000 scholarship will be awarded to a senior who will be attending college this fall. The deadline to submit applications is April 15, 2019. 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. 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 Thursdays: April 11,7 PM: “Pennsylvania-German Folk Art” by Cheryl Statham.; 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.
Bangor Car and Bike Show The Bangor Car & Bike show will be held June 22 from 10-3. Sign up your car or bike early and save $$ on registration. Registration link below. NEW FOR THIS YEAR! Are you a car or bike themed vendor? Want to sell your wares? Applications for motorsports, car and bike themed vendors are now being accepted. They have limited vendor space this year folks so we'll review your application and let you know if you're chosen. Thanks! Below are helpful links. CAR AND BIKE REGISTRATION FORMS: https://goo.gl/n6wifF VENDOR APPLICATIONS: https://www.hbbapa.org/car-show.html Library Friends Welcomes New Members The Friends of the Bangor Public Library are welcoming new members. The organization is a dynamic group of individuals who have a shared interest in providing funds for the library, in addition to promoting literacy and fun activities for the Slate Belt. The Friends meet the 4th Thursday of each month at the library. Their activities include: 2 public book sales, “Meet & Greet the Author”, The Annual Duck Derby in downtown Bangor, A Wine Tasting and Breakfast with Santa. The friends are always looking for unique ways to serve the library so If you have ideas or would just like to be part of a worth- while group please consider joining. For additional information please contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661. ONLINE CROSSWORD
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
gOING oUT OF TOWN?
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.
Free Community Classes with Marissa Spencer
Free Community Classes with Marissa Spencer Saturday April 20, 11am, Saturday April 27, 11am, Saturday May 4 11aam and Saturday May 11 11am. at Red Lotus Yoga & Healing
20 Broadway, Bangor. Join them in welcoming Marissa to the Red Lotus teaching community! Marissa is a 200 hour RYT in training. When beginning the journey on her mat, she was searching for a hobby but instead found herself. She believes yoga brings greater awareness to the body, and teaches one to greet muscle tension/weakness with compassion through the breath, creating space or building strength. Also a licensed massage therapist, Marissa’s yoga classes are focused primarily on alignment and linking the breath with movement. She will be leading a 4 Week Series themed on don Miguel Ruiz's New York Times bestselling book, The Four Agreements. 1. Be Impeccable with Your Word 2. Don't Take Anything Personally 3. Don't Make Assumptions 4. Always Do Your Best 
Slate Belt Regional Police Chief David Mettin was honored for his selection as the final leg torch carrier for the Special Olympics World Games held recently in Abu Dhabi in March 2019. (From left) Pen Argyl Police Chief Michael Nasatka Sr., Wind Gap Police Chief Mitch Mogilski Sr., Sen. Mario Scavello, Chief Mettin, State Rep. Marcia Hahn, Pen Argyl Borough Council President Joseph LeDonne, Plainfield Township Supervisor Jane Mellert, Plainfield Township Supervisor Steve Hurni and Wind Gap Councilman Dave Hess, at the Plainfield Township Police Department. Photos courtesy of Adrienne Fors
Community Partners Give $100K to Slate Belt Rising Plainfield Township, PA (April 3, 2019)- Representatives from the Grand Central Sanitary Landfill and Merchant’s Bank presented $50,000 each as part of their six-year commitment of funds to Slate Belt Rising at a check presentation that took place on Wednesday afternoon at Grand Central Landfill’s main office.
Slate Belt Rising the state’s first multi-municipal Neighborhood Partnership Program (NPP) through the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. The program is focused on investing in and revitalizing the boroughs of Bangor, Pen Argyl, Portland and Wind Gap. Slate Belt Rising Director Stephen Reider and members of the Slate Belt Rising Steering Committee were present to accept the contributions. “I would like to thank Waste Management and Merchant’s Bank for their generosity and continued support of the Slate Belt Rising program I look forward to continuing to work with them and all of our partners to make our program a success,” said Reider. Other Slate Belt Rising sponsors and partners include ESSA Bank & Trust, Lafayette Ambassador Bank, and Northampton County 
Waste Management and Merchants Bank recently presented a check for $50,000 to Slate Belt Rising. (L-R) Brian Fenstermaker from Mario Scavello's office, Stephanie Steele (Slate Belt Rising) Steve Reider (Slate Belt Rising) Rocco Del Vecchio, CEO Merchants Bank, Adrienne Fors, Waste Management and. Larry Rice (Slate Belt Rising) Photo: Lisa Newberry, Photographer with The Belt and Beyond & Shining Light Photography 
The "Music In Our Schools" concert was held Tuesday night at the Craig Paine Theater in Bangor High School before an SRO crowd. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Stay in the loop of Medication Costs
The state Department of Aging maintains a database to help consumers compare the cost of frequently used medications.
The cost of prescriptions for cash-paying customers can vary widely between pharmacies, as each pharmacy sets its own prices for cash payers. Patients with prescription insurance coverage will also find price shopping useful if their coinsurance is based on a percent of the total cash price. The online tool updates prices weekly, lists prices by ZIP code or distance from location, includes pharmacy store details, and lists pharmacies with low-cost generics and those that match lower prices. You can learn more about the tool by clicking here or calling 1-800-835-4080. Free Fraud Protection Seminar
Merchants Bank is hosting a free seminar, sharing helpful information to:
Light refreshments will be served. RSVP by Friday, April 12, 2019 by calling 484-548-6081 or with a simple reply to this email PUBLIC NOTICE: PLAINFIELD TOWNSHIP PLANNING
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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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