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Bangor's Isaiah Jones (3) grabs the rim attempting to retrieve a rebound during the Slaters' 72-43 win in William Pensyl Gym at Bangor Area High School Saturday afternoon. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Bangor Wrestlers Beat Pen Argyl 45-24.....
Bangor's Nick Nitoli got a pin at 220 during the Slaters' 45-24 win over Pen Argyl Wednesday night. Bangor defeated Southern Lehigh 40 -15 Friday to earn a spot in the Colonial League Semi Finals vs Saucon Valley set for Catasauqua 5:30 Monday. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
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Effects of New Tax Law
Wall Street Journal
Just weeks after the federal government adopted the biggest tax overhaul in three decades, the effects are rippling through corner offices and boardrooms, with companies large and small dusting off once-shelved plans, re-evaluating existing projects and exploring new investment in factories and equipment. Specialty drugmaker Amicus Therapeutics Inc. has decided to spend as much as $200 million on a new production facility in the U.S. instead of Europe. Kimberly-Clark Inc., maker of Kleenex tissues, is spending hundreds of millions of dollars to put new machinery in one of its U.S. factories, even as it closes others and cuts thousands of jobs. Aramark, the catering and uniform giant, expects to save nearly $500 million on two recently completed acquisitions. The rapid adaptation goes well beyond the early announcements of $1,000 bonuses or minimum-wage increases for rank-and-file workers. And this is just the beginning. The U.S. Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service have offered guidance on just a few of the two dozen provisions in the law that will likely require formal regulations. Companies must start navigating complex rules imposing minimum taxes on foreign income, tax breaks for partnerships and other pass-through entities, faster deductions for capital spending and new limits on interest and operating-loss deductions. “We’re only 30 days into the tax reform process,” Lowell McAdam, chief executive of Verizon Communications Inc., told investors on Tuesday. “We’re all trying to understand the implications and what we can accelerate and how we can accelerate.” Along with announcing its repatriation of cash held overseas last week, Apple Inc. pledged to invest $30 billion in the U.S. that it had held abroad, despite having to pay $38 billion under a one-time tax on those accumulated foreign profits. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. now estimates it won’t pay cash taxes until 2025, because its existing credits will stretch out an additional five years when used to offset taxes at new, lower corporate rates. That the tax bill will have significant effects on corporate finances is certain, though the effects can vary widely by company. Already, analysts expect the legislation to provide a 7% to 8% boost in aggregate per-share profits for the companies in the S&P 500 this year, said Joseph LaVorgna, chief economist for the Americas at Natixis, an international financial-services arm of France’s Groupe BPCE banking firm. A big part of that comes from companies spending more, feeding revenues to other firms in what can quickly become a virtuous cycle, Mr. LaVorgna said. Indeed, he believes analysts and the market may be underestimating the effect. “Somebody else’s capital outlay is another company’s income,” he said. “If there’s a surprise, things may actually be better.” Some economists caution the economic impact may not quite measure up to the growth in profits. Oxford Economics, a forecasting and consulting firm, estimates the legislation will contribute 0.4 percentage points to already-robust economic growth in 2018, and another 0.1 to 0.2 points in 2019, said Gregory Daco, head of U.S. economics for the consultancy. About half of that is likely to come from business spending, and the rest from households, Mr. Daco said. Oxford estimates that each $1 of corporate tax cut will lead to 40 cents of spending, based on historical precedent, Congressional Budget Office studies and conversations with corporate executives. For the most part, that’s a one-time gain. A reduction in taxes frees up profits to spend, but that then becomes the new normal, with further growth coming from general economic expansion or other factors. Another reason spending isn’t likely to be higher, Mr. Daco argues: Companies base their spending primarily on expectations of future demand, and there are signs in tight employment and rising interest rates that can presage the end of an expansion. At Amicus Therapeutics, the new tax law solved a geographic dilemma. The Cranbury, N.J., company is developing an experimental drug to treat Pompe disease, a rare inherited disorder that causes muscle weakness and can be fatal. After early results for a new drug proved promising, Amicus decided a year ago it would increase production for further clinical testing and potential commercial sales, Chief Executive John Crowley said in an interview. Amicus, which had been using Chinese contract manufacturer WuXi Biologics to supply the drug, decided in August to build its own facility. The U.S. was at a disadvantage to Europe, due to its 35% statutory federal income-tax rate for companies. Ireland’s corporate tax rate, by contrast, is 12.5%.
UMBT Softball Registration
Upper Mount Bethel Township softball registration at the township building January 30 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Open to girls kindergarten to those not turning 21 before July 1st from Upper Mount Bethel Township, Lower Mount Bethel Township, Washington Township, Borough of Bangor, East Bangor, Roseto and Portland. $60 per girl, $55 per sibling. Food Drive Blue Mountain Community Library will hold a food drive for St. Elizabeth's Ministry from February 1 through March 10. Non-perishable food may be dropped off at the library. Bald Eagle Nest Cams in Hanover, PA - Live
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January, 2018 - Streams from two cameras at the nest site went live. One camera is more of a side angle and the other a view from above, which also has infrared capabilities for night viewing.. December 2017 - Staff members from HDOnTap and Codorus State Park worked through the cold and wind to replace and rewire cables at the nest site. Some of the nest had fallen. Two adult eagles have been frequenting the site with nesting material. Cams courtesy of the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Camera 1 ........... Camera 2 Weather Related Forecasts
January 29 Regular EventsBingo - 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 Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm This is our calendar of regularly scheduled events. If you see any info that is incorrect or want to add a regularly scheduled event please send e-mail to sbtopics@rcn.com.
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The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes you to a FREE "Soup & Sandwich" Supper on Sunday, February 4th, from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. Questions? call 610-588-4453 or visit http://ebumc.org/. Fundraiser at Cafe on Broadway On February 8 Cafe on Broadway, 21 N. Broadway, Wind Gap will hold a fundraiser for Blue Mountain Community Library from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.. For a complete menu, go to www.cafeonbroadway.com.. Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program Application forms for the 2017 tax year are now available at Rep. Joe Emrick's district offices and on his website, www.RepEmrick.com. The deadline to apply for a rebate is June 30, 2018. The rebate program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians age 65 and older, widows and widowers age 50 and older, and people with disabilities age 18 and older. The income limit is $35,000 a year for homeowners and $15,000 annually for renters, and half of Social Security income is excluded. Entertainment This Week
Scavello Lauds PAC Worldwide Expansion
Harrisburg -- Senator Mario Scavello (R-40) hailed the announcement that PAC Worldwide will be expanding its operations to Lower Nazareth Township, creating 160 new jobs in Northampton County. PAC Worldwide will lease a 420,000-square-foot facility in Lower Nazareth. The project includes leasehold improvements, equipment acquisition and training for its employees. PAC plans to invest more than $28 million into the project, which will create more than 160 new jobs over the next three years. “One of my top priorities as a state lawmaker has been to foster job creation, improve our business climate and spur economic growth in Pennsylvania,” said Scavello. PAC received a funding proposal from the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) for a $489,000 Pennsylvania First grant, $326,000 in Job Creation Tax Credits to be distributed upon creation of the new jobs, and $73,350 in WEDnetPA funding for employee training. For more than 40 years, PAC has developed, manufactured, and automated premium packaging solutions for customers worldwide. PAC manufactures protective mailers and specialty packaging for the courier, e-commerce, fulfillment, and distribution markets, and offers a full portfolio of branded and stock packaging with bubble lined and flat solutions. “Strong communities across the 40th Senatorial District require access to good jobs and a diverse economy that reflects the changing marketplace,” said Scavello. “We need to keep working diligently to feature Pennsylvania’s infrastructural potential and proximity to major markets while streamlining regulations and lowering the cost of doing business in Pennsylvania, so that employers can continue to operate and those looking to relocate will feel confident that Pennsylvania is open for business.” THIS DAY IN HISTORY - January 29U.S. Baseball Hall of Fame elects first members 1936 On January 29, 1936, the U.S. Baseball Hall of Fame elects its first members in Cooperstown, New York: Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth, Honus Wagner, Christy Matthewson and Walter Johnson. The Hall of Fame actually had its beginnings in 1935, when plans were made to build a museum devoted to baseball and its 100-year history. A private organization based in Cooperstown called the Clark Foundation thought that establishing the Baseball Hall of Fame in their city would help to reinvigorate the area’s Depression-ravaged economy by attracting tourists. To help sell the idea, the foundation advanced the idea that U.S. Civil War hero Abner Doubleday invented baseball in Cooperstown. The story proved to be phony, but baseball officials, eager to capitalize on the marketing and publicity potential of a museum to honor the game’s greats, gave their support to the project anyway. In preparation for the dedication of the Hall of Fame in 1939–thought by many to be the centennial of baseball–the Baseball Writers’ Association of America chose the five greatest superstars of the game as the first class to be inducted: Ty Cobb was the most productive hitter in history; Babe Ruth was both an ace pitcher and the greatest home-run hitter to play the game; Honus Wagner was a versatile star shortstop and batting champion; Christy Matthewson had more wins than any pitcher in National League history; and Walter Johnson was considered one of the most powerful pitchers to ever have taken the mound.
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UMBT Softball Registration
Upper Mount Bethel Township softball registration at the township building from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Open to girls kindergarten to those not turning 21 before July 1st from Upper Mount Bethel Township, Lower Mount Bethel Township, Washington Township, Borough of Bangor, East Bangor, Roseto and Portland. $60 per girl, $55 per sibling. February 1
Food Drive
Blue Mountain Community Library will hold a food drive for St. Elizabeth's Ministry from February 1 through March 10. Non-perishable food may be dropped off at the library. February 3Valentine's Day Mason Jars
Valentine's Day Mason Jars Hosted by Grace on Broadway will be held Saturday, February 3 at 3 PM - 5 PM at the Bangor Elks #1106 120 Broadway, Bangor, Pennsylvania 18013.Come enjoy the night with friends while Heather Marzigliano from Grace on Broadway walks you through making these adorable Valentine's Day Mason Jars. They will go over tons of tips and tricks to using Dixie Belle Paint! You will leave workshop with a wealth of information and you'll be ready to go recreate projects of your own. The cost is $20 per person. Ticket price includes all materials. Follow ticket link to buy tickets online or you can get your ticket at the Elks club or at Grace on Broadway. UMBT Softball Registration Upper Mount Bethel Township softball registration at the township building from 10am to noon. Open to girls kindergarten to those not turning 21 before July 1st from Upper Mount Bethel Township, Lower Mount Bethel Township, Washington Township, Borough of Bangor, East Bangor, Roseto and Portland. $60 per girl, $55 per sibling. February 7
UMBT Softball Registration
Upper Mount Bethel Township softball registration at the township building from 6:30-8:30pm. Open to girls kindergarten to those not turning 21 before July 1st from Upper Mount Bethel Township, Lower Mount Bethel Township, Washington Township, Borough of Bangor, East Bangor, Roseto and Portland. $60 per girl, $55 per sibling. February 8Blue Mt. Community Library Fundraiser
A Fundraiser for The Blue Mountain Community Library will be held on Thursday, February 8, 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. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl. February 9Harlem Rockets Fund Raiser for D.A.R.E.
This year, the Slate Belt Regional Police Department re-implemented the DARE program at the Wind Gap Middle School. Officer Robert Long and his students have generated a lot of excitement over the upcoming Harlem Rockets versus Slate Belt Dream Team in a charity basketball game to support the DARE program. The game is being held on Friday, February 9th at 7:00pm at the Pen Argyl High School Gymnasium. Feel free to come out to support the DREAM TEAM and the DARE Program. February 10
UMBT Softball Registration
Upper Mount Bethel Township softball registration at the township building from noon to 3:00pm. Open to girls kindergarten to those not turning 21 before July 1st from Upper Mount Bethel Township, Lower Mount Bethel Township, Washington Township, Borough of Bangor, East Bangor, Roseto and Portland. $60 per girl, $55 per sibling. February 12History of Scouting Presentation
The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold their monthly historic presentation on Sunday, February 12th @ 2:00 PM. On behalf of the local Boy Scout Council, Perry Morris will speak on the “History of Scouting and also Camp Wygat”. Many men remember the popular Camp Wygat, situated in the Delaware Water Gap where summers and outings were spent learning and practicing camping skills. If you have ever attended Camp Wygat, you are invited to come and share your story. The event is free and open to the public. The Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, Pa. For additional information please contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661. February 15
UMBT Softball Registration
Upper Mount Bethel Township softball registration at the township building from 6:30-8:30pm. Open to girls kindergarten to those not turning 21 before July 1st from Upper Mount Bethel Township, Lower Mount Bethel Township, Washington Township, Borough of Bangor, East Bangor, Roseto and Portland. $60 per girl, $55 per sibling. February 16
Miller Keystone Blood Mobile Event Miller Keystone will be bringing a bus to the Grand Central Landfill and Hauling/Waste Management of the Slate Belt, Pen Argyl on Friday, February 16 at 10:00 am. Interested Blood Donors can sign up by sending an email to Community Relations Manager, Adrienne Fors directly at afors1@wm.com. February 17Valentines dinner & dance to benefit MS
Valentines dinner & dance to benefit MS (multiple sclerosis) @ Vigilant fire company in Slatington, Saturday, February 17 6pm - 11pm doors open at 5:30 $15.00 per person includes platter, dessert, chips, pretzels, & soda! This is a BYOB event! There will be a variety of music something for everyone! Contact Cindy for tickets 484-725-9035. Everything For Evy Benefit An Everything For Evy Benefit by Danielle Hardy and Chris Schleppy Roberts Saturday, February 17 at 12 PM - 6 PM will be held at the Bangor VFW Post 739 202 Veterans Road, Bangor, Pennsylvania. Felicia and Brett were married in September of 2015. A young couple very in love and excited to start their family. After learning they were expecting their hearts were filled with tremendous joy! At 24 weeks gestation Felicia and Brett were heartbroken to learn that their baby girl was diagnosed with Tetralogy of Fallot with Pulmonary Atresia and MAPCA’s This meant being delivered in Philadelphia to ensure she was surrounded by some of the areas top medical teams to help baby Evelyn Hope begin this amazing fight for her life. Evelyn Hope arrived in this world on November 13th of 2017 and has endured more medical procedures than most of us would ever in a hundred lifetimes. Currently they are in California at a top medical facility with an amazing team of professionals doing everything they can to help her fight. This has been an unbelievable emotional experience for Felicia, Brett and their entire family. And now it’s our turn as a community to reach out and help! Elks Bingo Bonanza Bingo Bonanza Hosted by Bangor Elks #1106 will be held Saturday, February 17 at 6 PM at the Bangor Elks #1106 120 Broadway, Bangor, Pennsylvania 18013. Doors open at 5PM Bingo starts at 6PM CASH PRIZES TRICKY TRAY February 18
UMBT Softball Registration
Upper Mount Bethel Township softball registration at the township building from 2:00-4:00pm. Open to girls kindergarten to those not turning 21 before July 1st from Upper Mount Bethel Township, Lower Mount Bethel Township, Washington Township, Borough of Bangor, East Bangor, Roseto and Portland. $60 per girl, $55 per sibling. February 22Dining For Dogs
Come chow down on lunch, dinner or even a snack at the Old Mill in Pen Argyl February 22 starting at 11:00am. Slate Belt Animal Advocacy group animals will benefit from the restaurant generously donating 10% of the day ‘s proceeds. Donations of supplies will be accepted the day of the fundraiser. March 11
UMBT Bus Trip Upper Mount Bethel will be having its First Bus Trip of 2018 on Sunday, March 11th to the Philadelphia Flower Show at the Pennsylvania Convention Center! The Bus Trip and ticket for admission is $33 for adults, Students ages 17-24 is $25, and Children/Teenagers from ages 2-16 is $20. Under the age of 2 is free. You can purchase tickets by cash or check (payable to Upper Mount Bethel Township) at the Township Building or you can mail checks with guests names to Upper Mount Bethel Township (Att: Flower Show Bus Trip) PO BOX 520 Mount Bethel, PA 18343. The Bus picks up at the Mount Bethel Fire House at 8am and will return by 6pm. Get your tickets before February 22nd as we will no longer accept reservations after that date. This is sure to sell out fast, so get your tickets as soon as possible! March 18
Designer Purse Blingo Designer Purse Blingo Hosted by Humble Hearts For Hope, Inc. Sunday, March 18 at 12 PM - 4 PM at Plainfield Township Volunteer Fire Company 6480 Sullivan Trail, Wind Gap. Tickets by Eventbrite. Early Bird Registration for Coach Purse. Sales end on Jan 31 at 6 PM. Cost $25.00 20 Games, Mix and Match between Designer Purses and Premier Designs Bling. April 29
Breast Friends Bingo
Breast Friends of PA Coach Bingo will be held Sunday, April 29 at 12 pm in the Charter's Banquest Facility at Plainfield Township Volunteer Fire Company in Winid Gap. Please come out and support Breast Friends of PA as we support the men and women of PA. Help us help those through the trauma of cancer one friend at a time. The afternoon will feature 15 games of bingo and 1 Buy in game grand finale. An authentic Coach handbag will be going to the individual winner of each game. All participants will have an opportunity to purchase 50/50, Raffle tickets and extra sets of bingo packs. All tickets will most likely sell out in pre sales. Admission is $30 per person pre-sale. Tickets can be purchased by phone Vivian Vega 321-236-3722 or at the door (if not sold out). Tickets are non refundable. June 2 Annual Heroin & Opiate Awareness Day The Third Annual Heroin & Opiate Awareness Day Hosted by Partners for a New Beginning will be held Saturday, June 2 at 12 PM at Bushkill Township Volunteer Fire Company, 155 Firehouse Dr, Nazareth, Pennsylvania 18064 There will be educational support and resources, a guest speaker, crafters, vendors, food, music, tricky tray, 50/50 and so much more!! Educational resources: • Bangor Elks • CHC - mock bedroom • Stephens Place • Bethlehem Recovery • Pyramid • The Addicts Mom • Serenity Addict • Tasha Behnke Counseling ...Vendors • Parklane Jewelry • Lula Roe • Aroma Thera Putty *Veronica Drake - Spiritual Mentor Keep checking back for update Your $20 donation to enter the event will provide you with food, snacks, beer and live music from local band Cold Shot. There will also be a wide variety of items you can win when you purchase tickets for the tricky tray! (Prizes will be updated in the event as they are collected) **This is a family friendly event, children under 18 are welcome! Under 5 are free, 5-13 are $10 and over 13 would be $20 |
 
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SLATE BELT MEN’S QUOIT LEAGUE
January 11, 2018
Bangor Elks 36 Bangor Jax 20 – Dave Giaquinto 11-3, Wayne Hill 10-4, Jason LaBar 10-4; John Saltern 8-6, Jon Owens 8-6
Oxford Fire Co. 35 Bangor VFW 21 – Ken Hagan 14-0, Chris Hrebin 10-4, Jeff Lindsay 10-4
Second Ward Fire Co. 35 Columbia Fire Co. 21 – John Sikra 11-3, Dave Burrier 11-3, Bob Kummer 11-3; Todd E. Albert 9-5
East Bangor Fire Co. 38 Liberty Fire Co. 18 – Brian Koehler 14-0, John Pene 13-1; Harry Edwards 10-4
Hillside Rod & Gun Club 37 Roseto Legion 19 – Adam Kluska 10-4
O’Neill’s Place 40 Rescue Fire Co. 16 – Ryan Hunt 14-0, Justin Wagner 12-2, Jared Lobb 11-3
Pen Argyl Legion 41 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 15 – Steve Pfeiffer 12-2, John Albanese 11-3; Jim Yeisley 9-5
2017-2018 SBMQL SECOND HALF STANDINGS
Division 1 – Hillside Rod & Gun Club 5-0, Bangor Elks 5-0, Oxford Fire Co. 5-0, Pen Argyl Legion 5-0, Roseto Legion 4-1, O’Neill’s Place 4-1, Bangor Jax 2-3
Division 2 – Bangor VFW 2-3, East Bangor Fire Co. 2-3, Second Ward Fire Co. 1-4, Rescue Fire Co. 0-5, Liberty Fire Co. 0-5, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-5, Columbia Fire Co. 0-5
Bangor Elks 36 Bangor Jax 20 – Dave Giaquinto 11-3, Wayne Hill 10-4, Jason LaBar 10-4; John Saltern 8-6, Jon Owens 8-6
Oxford Fire Co. 35 Bangor VFW 21 – Ken Hagan 14-0, Chris Hrebin 10-4, Jeff Lindsay 10-4
Second Ward Fire Co. 35 Columbia Fire Co. 21 – John Sikra 11-3, Dave Burrier 11-3, Bob Kummer 11-3; Todd E. Albert 9-5
East Bangor Fire Co. 38 Liberty Fire Co. 18 – Brian Koehler 14-0, John Pene 13-1; Harry Edwards 10-4
Hillside Rod & Gun Club 37 Roseto Legion 19 – Adam Kluska 10-4
O’Neill’s Place 40 Rescue Fire Co. 16 – Ryan Hunt 14-0, Justin Wagner 12-2, Jared Lobb 11-3
Pen Argyl Legion 41 Roseto Rod & Gun Club 15 – Steve Pfeiffer 12-2, John Albanese 11-3; Jim Yeisley 9-5
2017-2018 SBMQL SECOND HALF STANDINGS
Division 1 – Hillside Rod & Gun Club 5-0, Bangor Elks 5-0, Oxford Fire Co. 5-0, Pen Argyl Legion 5-0, Roseto Legion 4-1, O’Neill’s Place 4-1, Bangor Jax 2-3
Division 2 – Bangor VFW 2-3, East Bangor Fire Co. 2-3, Second Ward Fire Co. 1-4, Rescue Fire Co. 0-5, Liberty Fire Co. 0-5, Roseto Rod & Gun Club 0-5, Columbia Fire Co. 0-5
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