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HELP WANTED: Photographers and Videographers for Town Topics Live. If you enjoy taking photos and videos with your cell phone you could be the person we are looking for. Will supply equipment if necessary. Will train. High school students are welcome to apply. We are also looking for assistants to help with a variety of chores associated with our podcasting company. All are paid positions. Contact us at sbtopics@rcn.com or call 570-688-3724.
Planned PennDOT Roadwork February 3 - 7
(Weather May Alter Plans)
PA 511 Traffic Alerts - 7:00am Today
Hoadley Sworn In as SBRPD Interim Chief.....
Jonathon Hoadley (R) was sworn in as the interim Police Chief of the Slate Belt Regional Police last night. Hoadley replaces David Mettin who left to take a job in Plumstead Twp in Bucks County after five years on the job in the Slate Belt. Sbtt Photo Jennifer Trinkley.
Bangor - Palisades Boys Podcast.......
Happening Today......
Town Topics Live - Bangor vs Moravian Girls ..... Cold Finish Dooms Bangor Girls to 36-34 Loss
Walsh Sets New 3-Point Record The Bangor Girls (15-4) went ice cold in the final period scoring only two points and falling to Moravian Academy in the final 30 seconds 36-34 when the Lions’ Grace Moser hit a three-pointer from the baseline. The loss was a bitter-sweet moment for Bangor since senior Casey Walsh set a new career record for three-pointers beating the old record set by Ashley Capozzolo in 2006. She also set a seasonal, personal best record for three-pointers. Prior to that final-quarter collapse, the Slaters appeared to be on the verge of avenging an earlier loss to Moravian. Bangor was up by as many as 11 points in the third period and by nine points at 32-23 going into the fourth quarter. Moravian, however, played a very tight, aggressive man-to-man defense going down the stretch forcing Bangor turnovers. Moreover, the Slaters normally accurate free throw shooting was not up to par. Last game they hit 78%, but last night they only made 9 of 19 for 47%. Walsh led the team in scoring with 14 points, including four, threes. Maddie Minner scored 7 and Morgan Karasek 6. The Slaters will most likely gain a berth in the league quarterfinals. Bangor travels to Palmerton Thursday. Bangor Boys Beat Moravian 64-48 The Bangor Boys avenged an earlier 19-point loss to Moravian by winning 64-48 last night at Moravian. No other details available. Bangor will entertain Palmerton in crucial league game Thursday. Boylan, NDGP Down Pen Argyl Boys 66-47 The Pen Argyl boys couldn’t withstand a 25-point performance by Notre Dame star Brendan Boyle as the Knights fell to a 66-47 loss to the Crusaders. Pen Argyl was only down four points at halftime, trailing 25-21. The Crusaders, however, steadily pulled away in the second half, outscoring the Knights 41-26 . Jordan DeFelice led Pen Argyl with 15 points. Conor Fehr and Matt Raggozino each scored 8. Pen Argyl made eight, threes with DeFelice, Fehr and Raggozino each scoring two while Jilian Pysher and Zach Rudy hit one apiece. Pen Argyl will be on the road Thursday at Northwestern. Pen Argyl Girls – NO REPORT 
Bangor - Saucon Valley Boys Podcast......
Bangor Boys Basketball team seniors were honored prior to the Slaters' 57-49 win over Saucon Valley in Bill Pensyl Gym Saturday afternoon. (L-R) Carlos Colon, Nate Owens and Ethan Saxe. Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
The Live-streamed Eagle cam from Hanover Pa. is back for its sixth year. They are currently in their nest-building phase. Eggs are likely to be laid in mid to late February. Incubation time is about 35 days, meaning the eggs would likely hatch some time in late march. Click on the graphic, then click on arrow in the center, and see OTHER VIEWS in lower right. Click on that.
Public Service Announcements 
Home Heating Assistance
LIHEAP is a federally funded program that helps individuals and families pay their heating bills through home heating energy assistance grants. It also provides crisis grants to help in the event of an emergency or if a resident is in danger of losing his or her heat due to broken equipment, lack of fuel or termination of utility service. The income eligibility guidelines for LIHEAP are set at 150% of the federal poverty income level. For example, the income limit for an individual is $18,735; for a couple, the limit is $25,365; and for a family of four, it is $38,625. Residents may apply for LIHEAP online or by contacting the County Assistance Office in their county of residence. Click here for additional information. Support Group For Vets & First Responders
A new confidential support group for veterans and first responders is available at A Clean Slate on the corner of Broadway and First St. (Rt. 191) in Bangor. The group meets the third Monday of the month from 7pm to 8pm. It is free. A professional counselor will facilitate the group. All are welcome. No sign-up is needed. Call 610-452-9348 for more info. Weona Calendars Available
After many months of hard work, the 100th Anniversary of Weona Park 2020 Calendar is completed. Put together by Walter Cole, former History teacher at Pen Argyl High School and member of the Slate Belt Heritage Center, it features pictures, past and present, of the park and events that took place there, as well as in early Pen Argyl. This Limited-Edition Calendar is now available to purchase at a cost of $15.00, cash or check only. Checks should be made payable to “Pen Argyl Borough”. The Calendar is on display at the Blue Mt. Community Library, 216 S. Robinson Ave., Pen Argyl. To purchase or for more information, call Walt Cole at 610-863-6472. Struggling With Substances?
People struggling with substances can now walk in for drug and alcohol assessments at the Clean Slate Bangor, 100 South First Street St, Bangor 610-452-9348 Mondays from 10am - 12pm Many times this is the first step toward treatment and a new life. Help Track Bald Eagle Population
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is asking for the public’s help to track the state’s growing bald eagle population. After reaching a low of just three nesting bald eagle pairs in the Commonwealth in the early 1980s, officials now estimate there are more than 300 nesting pairs here.
While bald eagles are no longer listed as a threatened species in Pennsylvania, they are still protected by the U.S. Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, which prohibits taking of the birds, nests or eggs. If you spot a bald eagle nest, please use proper etiquette to avoid disturbing the birds. To review bald eagle nest guidelines, or to report your nest sighting to the game commission, click here. Donations for St. John's Cemetery
Donations for St. John's Cemetery in Bangor are being accepted for maintenance. You can mail them to St. John's Cemetery c/o Carol Hummel, 136 Messinger Street, Bangor, Pa 18013. "Weona 100" Requests
Pen Argyl Borough requests volunteers, personal stories from Community for “Weona 100.” A joint committee of borough officials and residents are planning a weekend of “Weona 100” festivities and activities on June 19-20, 2020. For more information about the Weona Park 100th Anniversary plans, contact Roberta Cowley at 484-695-2994 or email Weona100@gmail.com. Heritage Center Monthly Schedule 2020: Sundays: February 9th @ 2:00 PM: “Sheep to Shawl” by Hope Horn. March 8th @ 2:00 PM: “Leopold Conservation Farming Award” by Richard DiFebo. Thursdays: April 16th @ 7:00 PM: “Textile Book Reveal & Signing” by Committee. May 14th @ 7:00 PM: “Garment – Textile Book Process” by Committee. June 18th @ 7:00 PM: Preservation Awards by Karen Brewer. July 9th @ 7:00 PM: 100th “Anniversary of Weona Park” by Walter Cole. August 13th @ 7:00 PM: “Anniversary of V-J Day” by Russ Stout. September 19th @ 7:00 PM: “1936 Slate Centennial Parade Video”. October 8th @ 7:00 PM: Haunted Heritage Program Sundays: November 8th @ 2:00 PM: “Pearl Harbor Remembered” by Jim Paynter. December 13th @ 2:00 PM: “Great Slate Belt Trivia Contest” by Marc Blau
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Tracking Workshop Friday, February 7, 2020 at 6:30pm to 8:00pm Winter is a good time to observe animals and study their tracks. At Jacobsburg on Friday, February 7 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm you can learn how animals walk and how to identify them based on their foot shape. We'll spend the evening inside getting messy by making plaster casts. Registration is required. You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/ February 8 Animal Tracks & Signs Saturday, February 8, 2020 at 10:00am to 11:30am. Could you tell if a bobcat was in the area? An owl? Take a walk through Jacobsburg in search of animal tracks and signs. Participants should dress for the weather and wear comfortable hiking shoes. If there’s snow, we’ll take the walk in snowshoes! Registration is required. You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/ Winter Insects Did you know that you can find insects in winter? Join us on Saturday, February 8 from 1 to 2:30pm as we explore the Bushkill Creek in search of insects that are able to survive in cold, icy creeks during the winter months. Participants should dress for the weather. Boots and equipment will be provided. Registration is required. You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/ Abstract Art Series Introducing a new Bloom workshop series. Karin will be leading a 3-class series on abstract art! Abstract Art is defined as art that does not attempt to represent an accurate depiction of a visual reality but instead use shapes, colors, forms and gestural marks to achieve its effect. Saturday, February 8th - Alcohol Ink Painting Each class is $25 on it’s own. Purchase all 3 together for an introductory discounted price of $60! Every purchase made at Bloom is made a with a purpose. You help a woman rebuild her life when you choose Bloom!! REGISTER HERE February 9 Sheep To Shawl The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold their monthly historic program on Sunday, February 9, 2020 @ 2:00 PM. Speaker for the program will be Mrs. Hope DeBoer Horn who will present “Sheep to Shawl” demonstrating taking wool from its raw state into a finished product. Mrs. Horn operates a wool school out of the former Oughoughton one-room schoolhouse in Richmond PA. She teaches classes on dying, spinning, and weaving products from wool. She has her own sheep and goats where she does all the sheering herself along with dying the wool with natural products like goldenrod and other plants. She sells the products and unspun wool at her restored general store next to the school. Mrs. Horn is a skilled crafter of this art and has been successful in preserving a trade that has been practiced for thousands of years. The event is free and open to the public. The Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street in Bangor, PA. For additional information please contact Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661. All you can eat breakfast Blue Valley Rescue All you can eat breakfast will be held at Columbia Fire Co. from 8-12noon, Sunday February 9. Cost: Adults $9.00, Child 5 to 12 $5.00, Child 4 and under. Free. The Menu:Scrambled eggs, Potatoes, Bacon, Ham, Pork Sausage, Scrapple, Pancakes, French Toast, Toast, Cream Chip Beef, Sausage Gravy, Apple Sauce, Vanilla Pudding, Chocolate Pudding, Fruit Cocktail, Drinks: Coffee, Decaf Coffee, Tea, Apple Juice, Orange Juice, Grape Juice, Grapefruit Juice, Milk, Chocolate Milk, Water. February 10 AARP Meeting The next meeting of the Slate Belt AARP Chapter 4135 will be on Feb. 10th at 1pm at the Senior Center. Marcia Hahn will be the guest speaker on the topic of the Real ID Act. It is very important to know what this Act means to PA Residents before Oct. 1, 2020. Everyone is welcome to attend. AARP is also planning a trip from Sept. 28-Oct. 3. It is a Pigeon Forge and Smoky Mts. Show Trip. If interested, please call Deanna at 610-588-4623 for more info. February 15 Liztech Bingo /Tricky Tray Annual Liztech Bingo & Tricky Tray. Saturday February 15, at 1:00pm, doors open at 11:00am. Bingo prizes are ALL Liztech pieces there are NO cash prizes. The tricky tray is a small tricky tray of additional Liztech pieces. Advance bingo tickets are $25, day of tickets are $30. Kitchen is open. For information and tickets please contact Stephanie at 610-216-6716 or liztech@portlandhookandladder.com. #bingo #liztech #portlandpa #slatebeltpa #portlandfire33 Abstract Art Series Introducing a new workshop series. Karin will be leading a 3-class series on abstract art! Abstract Art is defined as art that does not attempt to represent an accurate depiction of a visual reality but instead use shapes, colors, forms and gestural marks to achieve its effect. Saturday, February 15th - Palette Knife Painting Each class is $25 on it’s own. Purchase all 3 together for an introductory discounted price of $60! Every purchase made at Bloom is made a with a purpose. You help a woman rebuild her life when you choose Bloom!! REGISTER HERE February 16 Bird Count and Bird Walk Great Backyard Bird Count & Winter Bird Walk will be Hosted by Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center Sunday, February 16, 2020 at 10 AM – 11:30 AM Waste Management's Grand Central Environmental Education Center 891 Grand Central Road, Pen Argyl. The annual winter backyard bird count walk will be a fun outdoor adventure for all ages! Together, they will count birds and report them to the Great Backyard Bird Count. Bring your winter clothes, good walking shoes (or boots - they might have snow by then!) and your camera! This walk leaves promptly at 10am from the education center. To register, contact Adrienne Fors (afors1@wm.com) or leave a message with our community line 1-888-373-2917. *please watch post for bad weather event. We may reschedule* February 19 BMCL Fundraiser A Fundraiser for The Blue Mountain Community Library will be held Thursday, Febuary 19, from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm at the Café on Broadway, 21 S. Broadway in Wind Gap, PA. The Café will generously donate a portion of all sales that day to the library. All food is fresh and made to order. You are encouraged to call ahead with your order. Specials are listed on the restaurant’s Facebook page. The Café is take-out or eat-in, with limited seating. The phone # is 610-881-4261. Menus are available at the Café or at the library. Your support of this fundraiser to benefit the library will be greatly appreciated. The library is located at 216 S. Robinson Ave., Pen Argyl, PA. Hours are M-Sa, 10:00 am- Noon, and M-Th, 6:00-8:00 pm. Call 610-863-3029 for information or visit www.bmcl.org. February 20 Discover Lehigh Valley Discover Lehigh Valley, Northampton County DCED and Slate Belt Rising have organized a workshop in the Slate Belt February 20 from 9-11am at the Slate Belt Heritage Center for local businesses to come and learn how to work with Discover Lehigh Valley and engage travelers and visitors. March 3 BAHS Band Pops Concert Bangor Area High School Bands Pops Concert Featuring John Williams compositions from Raiders of the Lost Ark and Schindler’s List, West Side Story medley and others will be held Tuesday, March 3, 7:30 PM in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater at Bangor High School. March 14 Craft and Vendor Show Portland Craft & Vendor Show, Saturday March 14 from 9am to 3pm. Free admission and parking. ATM within walking distance. Handicap accessible. Kitchen open. For space availability please contact Stephanie 610-216-6716. Brick Bingo Brick Bingo, will be held Saturday April 4. Doors open at 11am, Bingo begins at 1pm. ALL new this year a small Lego themed Tricky tray held during bingo, drawing immediately following bingo. Advance tickets are $20. Group tickets available, click open flyer for info. Kids are welcome to play accompanied by an adult. Kitchen open for lunch and snacks. Contact Stephanie for tickets 610-216-6716 or brickbingo@portlandhookandladder.com. March 29 PA Alumni Assoc. Bingo Pen Argyl Area Alumni Association Bingo. Featuring Designer bags and cash prizes. Sunday, March 29, 2020, Wind Gap Fire Company Social Hall, 111 N. Broadway Wind Gap, PA 18091. Doors Open at 11:30AM, Bingo starts at 1:00PM. 20 regular games, special bingos, Tricky Tray, & 50/50. Tickets are $20 in advance $25 at the door. Light lunch will be available. For tickets call 610-863-4600. Proceeds Benefit The Alumni Scholarship Fund. May 30 Annual Masonic Motorama The 7th Annual Masonic Motorama car, truck, van, motorcycle show and the Horsepower Showdown presented by Portland Masonic lodge No. 311 and Smoke and Speed will be held Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 9 AM – 5 PM at Plainfield Farmers Assn 1281 Bangor Rd. Open to all cars, trucks, vans, Suv, powerwheels and anything with a motor! awards will be given!!! live entertainment! food! Truck Pulls! Vertical Divider
Slate Belt Senior Center
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex Bangor, PA. 610-588-1224 8:00 AM-3:30 PM Slate Belt Senior Center Blue Valley Farm Show Complex Bangor, Pa., Phone 610-588-1224 Hours: 8:00 AM-3:30 PM Meals are served at 11:30 and must be reserved by 10:00 AM one day prior Cancellations must be done as soon as possible. Bangor Public Library
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