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Pen Argyl Girl in NCC's Les Liaisons Dangereuses
Sarah Thatcher of Pen Argyl will play a role when Northampton Community College stages Les Liaisons Dangereuses in April.The play, by Christopher Hampton, is about a viscount and a marquis, rivals who engage in cruel games and manipulation of others.
The play was adapted in 1985 from a novel of the same title written in 1782. Performances will be held ; Saturday, April 18, at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, April 19, at 3:00 p.m. at the Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Bethlehem NCC, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
Les Liaisons Dangereuses was made into two popular movies, the first starring Glenn Close, John Malkovitch and Michelle Pfeiffer. Another version, a modern adaptation titled Cruel Intentions, starred Sarah Michelle Geller, Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillipe.
Admission to the play is free with a donation of non-perishable food items or a donation to the Norman R. Roberts Scholarship Fund. Reservations are suggested. Call 610-861-5524 or e-mail [email protected].
The play was adapted in 1985 from a novel of the same title written in 1782. Performances will be held ; Saturday, April 18, at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, April 19, at 3:00 p.m. at the Lipkin Theatre, Kopecek Hall, Bethlehem NCC, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township.
Les Liaisons Dangereuses was made into two popular movies, the first starring Glenn Close, John Malkovitch and Michelle Pfeiffer. Another version, a modern adaptation titled Cruel Intentions, starred Sarah Michelle Geller, Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillipe.
Admission to the play is free with a donation of non-perishable food items or a donation to the Norman R. Roberts Scholarship Fund. Reservations are suggested. Call 610-861-5524 or e-mail [email protected].
Girl Scout Troop 887 Spaghetti Dinner Fund Raiser
A spaghetti dinner fund raiser to benefit Girl Scout Troop 887 will be held Saturday April 18 from 4:30 to 7:30pm at the Trinity United Church of Christ 632 S. Delaware Drive, Mt. Bethel. The cost is $10 for adults, and $5 for children, 10 and under. Call 908-601-4952 for more information.
Memorial Service for Kelly Sue Gebhart
Pete Gebhart and family announce the memorial service of Kelly Sue Gebhart at Nazareth Park Pavilion 1:00pm April 18.
All family and friends are welcome.
After the service there will be a covered dish gathering to celebrate and bring back fond memories of her life. A covered dish of your choice would be appreciated.
Please RSVP to [email protected] or 484-985-2206
All family and friends are welcome.
After the service there will be a covered dish gathering to celebrate and bring back fond memories of her life. A covered dish of your choice would be appreciated.
Please RSVP to [email protected] or 484-985-2206
Safe Haven Dog Adoption at Tractor Supply
Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold a dog adoption day from 11 -3 on Sunday, April 19, at Tractor Supply, Rt. 940 Mt. Pocono.
Safe Haven will have many young dogs available for you to meet and get to know. Safe Haven requires a pre-adoption application with references and a home visit prior to adoption.
Safe Haven Pet Rescue is a small group of dedicated volunteers from the West End of the Poconos who save highly adoptable dogs from high kill and overcrowded shelters and finds them loving homes. Shelter killing is the number one cause of dog deaths and Safe Haven has saved more than 700 lives so far.
Safe Haven Rescue needs volunteers to help with adoption days, fundraising, transporting dogs to vets and groomers and fostering homeless dogs until they find their forever homes. Help save homeless dogs.
"Saving one dog won't change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever."
For more information about Safe Haven, and to find a list of dogs available for adoption and adoption applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org . Contact Safe Haven at [email protected]. Join Safe Haven Pa on Facebook.
Safe Haven will have many young dogs available for you to meet and get to know. Safe Haven requires a pre-adoption application with references and a home visit prior to adoption.
Safe Haven Pet Rescue is a small group of dedicated volunteers from the West End of the Poconos who save highly adoptable dogs from high kill and overcrowded shelters and finds them loving homes. Shelter killing is the number one cause of dog deaths and Safe Haven has saved more than 700 lives so far.
Safe Haven Rescue needs volunteers to help with adoption days, fundraising, transporting dogs to vets and groomers and fostering homeless dogs until they find their forever homes. Help save homeless dogs.
"Saving one dog won't change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever."
For more information about Safe Haven, and to find a list of dogs available for adoption and adoption applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org . Contact Safe Haven at [email protected]. Join Safe Haven Pa on Facebook.
Third Annual Basket Bingo
You're invited to join us for an afternoon of bingo, fun and great prizes at the NE PA FCU Foundation's 3rd Annual Basket Bingo Sunday, April 19th - 1:00 pm ! Proceeds Benefit Student Scholarships
Basket Bingo features Longaberger Baskets, items from Vera Bradley, plus many other well known brands and prizes for men, women, and kids!
The location for Basket Bingo is at the American Legion Post 346, North 5th Street in East Stroudsburg. Doors will open at noon.
You can buy tickets in advance for $20 each at the credit union's greeter desk in the lobby (or call 570-421-5585). Tickets can also be purchased at the door for $25 on April 19th.
For event questions, please contact Dave Piatt at 570-421-3943, or email at [email protected]
Basket Bingo features Longaberger Baskets, items from Vera Bradley, plus many other well known brands and prizes for men, women, and kids!
The location for Basket Bingo is at the American Legion Post 346, North 5th Street in East Stroudsburg. Doors will open at noon.
You can buy tickets in advance for $20 each at the credit union's greeter desk in the lobby (or call 570-421-5585). Tickets can also be purchased at the door for $25 on April 19th.
For event questions, please contact Dave Piatt at 570-421-3943, or email at [email protected]
Pen Argyl's Corrinne Ashmore pitches during Bangor's 4-2 win over the Knights in a game played at Wind Gap Middle School Wednesday. (More Photos Tomorrow) (PHOTO GALLERY) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Bangor's Dylan Benton pitches for Bangor during the Knights' 5-4 win over Bangor in a game played Wednesday at Mike Williams Field at Pen Argyl High School. (More Photos Tomorrow) (PHOTO GALLERY) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
The Bangor Girls Track team (2-3) defeated Northern Lehigh 102-48 in a dual meet held at Paul Farnan Field in Bangor Memorial Park Thursday. (More photos tomorrow) (PHOTO GALLERY) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Pen Argyl's Nathan Flick hits a ground ball during the Knights' 5-4 win over Bangor in a game played Wednesday at Mike Williams Field at Pen Argyl High School. (More Photos Tomorrow) (PHOTO GALLERY) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Bangor's Erin Happel pitches during Slaters' 4-2 win over the Knights in a game played at Wind Gap Middle School Wednesday. (More Photos Tomorrow) (PHOTO GALLERY) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
HEALTH....Identifying Pain Medication Addiction
(BPT) - If you’ve ever taken them, you know prescription opioids can provide a clinically safe and effective solution to pain management. They can also be very addictive, however, and protecting against addiction requires vigilance on the part of the patient as well as his or her doctors, nurses, caregivers, pharmacists and benefits providers.
A Nation in Pain, Express Script’s comprehensive report on pain-medication usage in the United States, shows that while the number of Americans using prescription drugs like codeine, hydrocodone or OxyContin has declined, the use of potentially dangerous high doses and medication combinations, and other risky usage patterns are all on the rise. If you believe someone you love is abusing pain medication, it’s important that you act immediately. Addiction to prescription opioids can be fatal. In fact, death from prescription drug overdoses is more common than cases of cocaine or heroin-related deaths combined. If you or a loved one uses prescription pain medications, be aware of these signs that could indicate a dependence on or an addiction to the medication. Suspicious behavior This can include a wide array of options, such as: * Seeking or obtaining prescriptions from multiple prescribers and filling at multiple pharmacies, especially ones that are not in close physical proximity. * Using pain medications to “feel good” rather than to treat discomfort * Frequent claims that the pharmacy didn’t provide enough medication or that medications have been lost * Avoiding doctor appointments because the office counts pills or performs urine drug screens Mood changes A prescription drug addiction can drastically alter the user’s mood. Look for the following warning signs in yourself or your loved one: * Bouts of anger or depression * Increased alcohol use or abuse * Feelings of anxiety * Displays of aggressive behavior toward the doctor, pharmacy or caregivers related to opioid medications Increased medication use One of the most conclusive ways to determine if you or someone you love is addicted to opioids is to look for abnormalities in the medication’s use. These abnormalities could include: * Taking more pills or taking medicine more frequently than prescribed * Seeking early refills of opioid medication * Using opioids with other high-risk medications, like muscle relaxants and anti-anxiety medications that increase euphoria * Use of additional medication to treat severe side effects (such as stimulants to combat drowsiness, sedatives to regulate sleep patterns, etc.). * Experiencing withdrawal symptoms, such as nausea, diarrhea, muscle pain, sweating and agitation. These are all signs of a body’s dependence on prescription opioids. Where can you get help? If you identify with any of these signs or symptoms or you recognize them in a loved one, notify the prescribing physician immediately. The doctor can alter the pain therapy to a less addictive option or begin to safely withdraw the patient from the medication. Patients should not try to abruptly discontinue any medication without a physician’s supervision. There are many resources for parents and caregivers concerned with opiate dependence/addiction. The patient’s physician can refer counseling services and addiction treatment as needed. Support groups, such as Narcotics Anonymous, offer counseling and other services for patients dealing with addiction to pain medications. In addition, many employers offer free, confidential assistance programs to help employees, or their dependents, who are trying to overcome an addiction or other personal concerns. The one thing you can’t afford to do is wait. Addiction to pain medication is an illness, not a crime, and your immediate intervention could save a life. Office Worker Did Root CanalsNEW YORK, (UPI) -- A New York dental practice office manager posed as a dentist while her boss was out of the office and even performed root canals on patients, prosecutors said..
Bronx Assistant District Attorney Patrick McCadden said Valbona Yzeiraj, 45, called herself "Dr. Val" when she posed as a dentist and saw patients on occasions when Ultimate Dental Care dentist Dr. Jeffrey Schoengold was out of the office between late 2012 and summer 2013. Yzeiraj, who allegedly offered a discount for cash customers, told authorities she received dental training in her native Albania, but McCadden said there is no record of her receiving training in the United States or being licensed to practice. "She inspected patients, she diagnosed patients, she took X-rays, she injected patients with anesthetics, she even gave patients root canals," McCadden said at Yzeiraj's Thursday arraignment. McCadden said Yzeiraj preyed on the "vulnerabilities" of the Albanian community by targeting them as patients. He said one patient suffered an infection from a botched root canal and another reported persistent pain two years after being treated by the faux dentist. Schoengold said he hired Yzeiraj from a Craigslist ad in 2009. He said he fired her and contacted police when he learned she had been treating patients without his knowledge. "This is a gross betrayal of trust to me and to the community," Schoengold told the The New York Daily News. "There was no record at all," Schoengold said. "You hear about things like this. You never think it's gonna happen to you and here I am and it's happening." Prosecutors said Yzeiraj tried to steal $20,000 from the practice's payroll department after her firing. Yzeiraj pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges including felony assault, unauthorized practice, felony attempted grand larceny and misdemeanor reckless endangerment. Bangor Park Summer Youth Basketball Registration is currently open for the Bangor Park Youth Basketball Summer League. The league will run from the first week in June until August. Each team will play 10 regular season games plus playoffs at Bangor Memorial Park on the weekends.
There will be two divisions for both boys & girls - 5th & 6th grade and 7th & 8th grade. An all-inclusive entry fee for each team is required. Please visit our website bangorparkbball.wix.com or contact Asher Schiavone via email: [email protected] or via cell: (484) 894-4115." Specialty Bingo at Trinity ELC
Specialty Bingo, sponsored by Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Women’s Group will be held Saturday May 2 in the church Fellowship Hall at Fourth Street and Broadway in Bangor.
Doors open at 2:00pm and the games begin at 3:00pm. Advance tickets cost $20.00 and $25.00 at the door. Each ticket is good for 20 games. Call the church at 610-588-2023 for tickets or stop by the church between 8am and 3 pm Monday through Thursday. Prizes include Vera Bradley purses, Coach purses, Wine Baskets, Alex and Ani, Premier Design Jewelry, Iron Pigs Packages, Yankee Candle Baskets, Dinner and Movie Giftcards, Spa Giftcard, Kindles Fire HD, and a Flatscreen TV. Food will also be available for purchase. Proceeds benefit youth activities, spiritual retreats, and community activities. Slate Belt Chamber Scholarship Applications
The Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce Scholarship applications are available in the 5 area high schools, Bangor, Pen Argyl, Faith Christian, Pius X and Career Institute of Technology. Any Slate Belt resident that is a senior in one of these schools is eligible to apply. Application deadline is April 10th.
Over $55,000 have been given to deserving students over the past 15 years through our scholarship program. This program is funded through their annual Scholarship Golf Tournament. Please help us continue helping our future business leaders by sponsoring or participating in this event to be held on July 20th at Woodstone Country Club. Flyers will be emailed shortly! Slater Family Network Scholarship
Slater Family Network is offering a $2000 scholarship for a graduating Bangor HS senior who plans on attending a trade/vocational school or college. The scholarship is awarded to a student who is involved in community service. Applications are in the HS Guidance office, Slater Family Network office or on the school district website under SFN.
Applications are due in the SFN office by Friday, May 1. If you have any questions please call the office at 610-599-7019 A $1,000 “912” Scholarship in memory of Denny Strouse is offered by friends and family through Slater Family Network. Applicants must have a love of outdoors and family and friends. Applications are in the HS Guidance office, Slater Family Network office or on the school district website under SFN. Applications are due in the SFN office by Friday, May 1. If you have any questions please call the office at 610-599-7019 April 19
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Seniors Bus Trip to Mohegan Sun Slate Belt Seniors will sponsor a bus trip to Mohegan Sun, Wilkesbarre, Pa on May 4th, 2015. Bus leaves Blue Valley Farm Show Parking lot at 9:30 am. Call Kay for more info At 6105881898. Please leave a message if no answer.
May 7
Delaware - Lehigh Amateur Radio Club
Delaware-Lehigh Amateur Radio Club will hold its meeting Thursday, May 7, 7:30 p.m. in the Bethlehem Township Community Center, 2900 Farmersville Road, Bethlehem.
Classic Program: “Old Transmissions & Voices from the Past” - John/K2TQN. Members and interested general public are welcome. Directions: http://goo.gl/maps/qKUJC. FMI: www.dlarc.org. 610.432.8286 May 9
East Bangor Community Day
East Bangor Community Day: all vendors are welcome, Saturday, May 9th, 10-5 pm at East Bangor Park. Rain Date, May 16th. Table cost for the day is $20.00 Contact Maureen Cramer at 570-242-9628 or email [email protected].
May 10
Safe Haven Dog Adoption at Ace Hardware
Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold a dog adoption day from 11 -3 on Sunday, May 10, at Ace Hardware, Rt 209, Brodheadsville (next to Dunkleberger's).
Safe Haven will have many young dogs available for you to meet and get to know. Safe Haven requires a pre-adoption application with references and a home visit prior to adoption. Safe Haven Pet Rescue is a small group of dedicated volunteers from the West End of the Poconos who save highly adoptable dogs from high kill and overcrowded shelters and finds them loving homes. Shelter killing is the number one cause of dog deaths and Safe Haven has saved more than 700 lives so far. Safe Haven Rescue needs volunteers to help with adoption days, fundraising, transporting dogs to vets and groomers and fostering homeless dogs until they find their forever homes. Help save homeless dogs. "Saving one dog won't change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever." For more information about Safe Haven, and to find a list of dogs available for adoption and adoption applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org . Contact Safe Haven at [email protected]. Join Safe Haven Pa on Facebook. May 16
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May 21
Martin Guitar Rep. Speaking To Young At Heart The Slate Belt Young at Heart Club will be meeting on May 21st, will feature a
representative from the Martin Guitar Company will present a program.
May 23
Portland Outdoor MoviePortland's first outdoor movie will be held May 23 downtown at sunset featuring Monster Inc.
May 30
Glow Slaters Glow
The Bangor Elementary PTO is hosting a Neon 5k-Fun Run/Walk on May 30th, beginning at 9:00 AM.
Register before May 1st. Adults-$25.00 and Children- (ages 4-13) $10.00 Get splattered at 5 splatter stations. Registration forms can be found at www.bangorslaters.com For questions, please call: Kim Gambale 484-241-0441 or Laura Law 610-844-7930 May 31
Safe Haven Pet Adoption Safe Haven Pet Rescue will hold an adoption day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 31at Walmart, Route 940, Mt. Pocono..
Safe Haven will have many young dogs available for you to meet and get to know. Safe Haven requires a pre-adoption application with references and a home visit prior to adoption. Safe Haven Pet Rescue is a small group of dedicated volunteers from the West End of the Poconos who save highly adoptable dogs from high kill and overcrowded shelters and finds them loving homes. Shelter killing is the number one cause of dog deaths and Safe Haven has saved more than 800 lives so far. Safe Haven Rescue needs volunteers to help with adoption days, fundraising, transporting dogs to vets and groomers and fostering homeless dogs until they find their forever homes. Help save homeless dogs. For more information about Safe Haven, and to find a list of dogs available for adoption and adoption applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org . Contact Safe Haven at [email protected]. Join Safe Haven Pa on Facebook. June 5 - 7
Pen Argyl Community Wide Yard SalesCommunity wide yard sales will be held in Pen Argyl Borough June 5,6, and 7.
June 6
LWH Truck and Car Show 2015 The annual LWH Truck and Car show sponsored by the Luke William Hahn Foundation will be held Saturday June 6 at Weona Park in Pen Argyl beginning at 10:00am.
June 20
Faith Strawberry Festival Faith United Presbyterian Church will hold its strawberry festival S. Heller Avenue in Pen Argyl June 20th.
June 27
Portland Community-Wide Yard SalePortland will hold its community-wide yard sale June 27. The cost is $5.00 per house,yard/garage and $10 for non-residents of Portland.
The committee is always looking for items for the mayor's table. These items are sold by the mayor for a nominal fee to help fun community events. June 29
New York Trip The Slate Belt Young at Heart Club will be sponsoring a trip to the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and then
on to New York to see the 911 Memorial. The fee will include the bus fare,tip,
ferry, entrance to the pedestal, snacks and dinner at the Home Town Buffet in
New Jersey.
This trip is open to all ages: senior citizens, adults and students, etc. The trip will take place on Monday, June 29, 2015. For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630; or call Minnie Thomas at 610-863-6589 September 18 -20
Pen Argyl Community Wide Yard SalesCommunity wide yard sales will be held in Pen Argyl Borough September 18,19 and 20.
Bangor (GFWC) Scholarship Program Applications
The Bangor Womens Club (GFWC) Scholarship Program for seniors at Bangor, Pius X, and Faith Christian High Schools are now available for students at each school's guidance office. The club has funds for three scholarships. Students interested in applying must submit their completed application by Wed April 15, 2015.
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Ask The Doc........
Let's Talk Adjectives
by Dr. Gary Williams, DMD
garywilliamsdmd.com Invisible, comfortable, corrective, clear, precise, inexpensive, beautifying, and empowering. I bet you rarely think of those adjectives, and dentistry in the same sentence. However, that is exactly what you get with one of dentistry’s latest tools. I’m talking about Invisalign, clear aligner therapy to place your teeth in the proper position for a life –time of good oral health. This comfortable way to align teeth is proving to be very successful, and at Family Dental Care, Dr. Gary Williams, and staff are seeing such good results, that we think it deserves special attention. We are reserving 10 spots, on April 23rd, for those interested in improving their oral health. I believe so much in this treatment, that on that day, I will “pitch-in” and pay for some of your treatment. Together, you and I can give you the smile that you have always wanted. Call soon, appointment spots are limited. (610)863-8988. Slate Belt Senior Center
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