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Traffic Delays on Route 512
UGI Utility Work is scheduled for Route 512 near Franklin Street between Reagle's and Reimer Brothers through June 5.
There will be lane restrictions and delays in the work zone between 8:15am and 4:15pm.
There will be lane restrictions and delays in the work zone between 8:15am and 4:15pm.
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
Help Hotline
Help Hotline
Pennsylvania Joins Climate Change Coalition
Frustrated by a lack of action from the Trump administration, Gov. Tom Wolf said that Pennsylvania will join a bipartisan coalition of 24 American governors who are taking it on themselves to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to uphold the principles of the scuppered Paris climate accords. “With the federal government turning its back on science and the environment, I am proud to join with states that are leading the way towards new climate solutions, and taking concrete actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions,” Wolf said Wolf also rolled out a 100-point “Climate Action Plan,” that calls on elected leaders, businesses, and private citizens to come together to help reduce greenhouse emissions. By following just 15 of those recommendations, such as using renewable energy, Pennsylvania could reduce its greenhouse emissions by 21 percent by 2025, Wolf said. Wolf’s announcement comes three months after the Democratic governor signed an executive order aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 26 percent by 2025 and by 85 percent by 2050. The order also set up a “Green Government Council” ensuring that state agencies take steps to reduce their own greenhouse gas footprint. Wolf’s announcement also comes amid stepped up efforts by some legislative Republicans to highlight the views of climate change skeptics. . 
Learning More About Your Smartphone
Turn Your Phone into a Thermal Camera
SeekThermal lets you turn your smartphone into a thermal camera. It’s an app as well as a camera that is attached to your mobile phone. Soon, you too could be using advanced technology created especially for the military. Make Shortcuts for Text and Emojis Do you have texts of emojis that you use regularly? If you have an iPhone, you can go to settings, select keyboard, go to text replacement, and plus the plus symbol. Just follow the instructions from there. You’ll be able to customize the shortcuts you use to access those emojis and texts. Use Your Smartphone as a Level Do you need to level a painting on the wall or are really starting to wonder if one part of the floor is lower than the rest? Get the Bubble Level app for your iPhone or Android and find out for sure. It’s incredibly easy to use, just place your phone on the surface in question and the app will do the rest.
Today's Special Slate Belt Area Events...... Although No Special Events Are Listed for Today |
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Today's Slate Belt Sports......
Today's Slate Belt Sports......
Monday June 3
Softball
Bangor vs Bishop Shanahan, 4pm at Pates Park
Softball
Bangor vs Bishop Shanahan, 4pm at Pates Park
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Today's Regular Slate Belt Events.......
Today's Regular Slate Belt Events.......
Veterans Assistance - Joe Emrick’s Nazareth Office 10-2
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
Pen Argyl Sewer Committee - 4:30 P.M. Council Chambers
Pen Argyl Municipal Authority - 6:00 P.M. Council Chambers
Washington Township Zoning Board - Municipal Building, 7pm.
Roseto Borough Council - Municipal Building, 7:30pm
Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary - Council Home, 7:30-9:30pm
Lower Mount Bethel Supervisors - Meets Centerfield Building, 7pm
Wind Gap Borough Council - 7:30pm, 29 Mechanic St.
Portland Borough Council - Borough Hall, 7:00pm
Pen Argyl GFWC - St. John,s Lutheran, Pen Argyl, 7pm
Write Night - Collaborative writer's group. Nazareth Center for the Arts, 7-9pm
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
Full Calendar
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
Pen Argyl Sewer Committee - 4:30 P.M. Council Chambers
Pen Argyl Municipal Authority - 6:00 P.M. Council Chambers
Washington Township Zoning Board - Municipal Building, 7pm.
Roseto Borough Council - Municipal Building, 7:30pm
Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary - Council Home, 7:30-9:30pm
Lower Mount Bethel Supervisors - Meets Centerfield Building, 7pm
Wind Gap Borough Council - 7:30pm, 29 Mechanic St.
Portland Borough Council - Borough Hall, 7:00pm
Pen Argyl GFWC - St. John,s Lutheran, Pen Argyl, 7pm
Write Night - Collaborative writer's group. Nazareth Center for the Arts, 7-9pm
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
Full Calendar
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Today's New Announcements.......
Today's New Announcements.......
Pen Argyl Community Yard Sales
Pen Argyl Borough’s Community Wide Yard Sales will be held Friday, June 7th, Saturday June 8th and Sunday June 9th . No permits required.
Pen Argyl Borough’s Community Wide Yard Sales will be held Friday, June 7th, Saturday June 8th and Sunday June 9th . No permits required.
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Public Service Announcements
Public Service Announcements
Rivalry Game Commemorative Coasters
To memorialize the 100th Rivalry Game, the Football Parent Associations, from both Bangor and Pen Argyl, are selling beautiful commemorative gold embossed slate coasters. These coasters are an authentic slate product manufactured right here in our beloved Slate Belt. The coasters are larger, in both size and width, than standard size coasters and are of a higher slate quality. Included with each set is a brief history of slate.
As a fundraising event for both parent organizations, we are selling these keepsakes for $15.00 for a set of 4, $25.00 for two sets or $5.00 for a single coaster. Sale ends June 30th. To obtain an order form you may email Dackmc@epix.net or patdclub@gmail.com or visit the social media pages of both organizations. Payment can be submitted via Cash or Check by June 30th.
Checks can be made payable to either: "Bangor Football Parents Club" or the "PA Touchdown Club". Payment can be mailed to Krista Constable at 382 True Blue Road Bangor, PA 18013; Christine Godshalk at 30 Johnsonville Road Bangor, PA 18013 or Barbara Ashenfalder at 710 George Street Pen Argyl, PA 18072.
Roseto Summer Recreation Program
Roseto Borough is happy to announce our 2019 summer recreation program. The dates will be the weeks of July 15 and July 22. We start at 9:00am and end at Noon each day, Monday - Friday. There is no cost for Roseto residents and a $30.00 per child for nonresidents. Children that have completed kindergarten up to 6th grade are invited to attend. They will have a registration time on Saturday July 13, 9:00-12:00 at the Roseto ballpark pavilion.
Slate Belt AARP Trip
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.
"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
Bangor Elks Golf Tournament
Bangor Elks Lodge # 1106 Annual Golf Tournament The 19th annual Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 golf tournament that benefits major projects will be held on Monday June 24, 2019 at Whitetail Golf Course. It is a four person scramble format with a cost of $90 per golfer. It includes golf, cart, prizes, cookout lunch and beverages. A hole-in-one is sponsored by Dotta Auto Sales. Please call the Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 to register your foursome or e-mail bangorelks@g-mail.com. Deadline to register is June 17, 2019
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
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.
To memorialize the 100th Rivalry Game, the Football Parent Associations, from both Bangor and Pen Argyl, are selling beautiful commemorative gold embossed slate coasters. These coasters are an authentic slate product manufactured right here in our beloved Slate Belt. The coasters are larger, in both size and width, than standard size coasters and are of a higher slate quality. Included with each set is a brief history of slate.
As a fundraising event for both parent organizations, we are selling these keepsakes for $15.00 for a set of 4, $25.00 for two sets or $5.00 for a single coaster. Sale ends June 30th. To obtain an order form you may email Dackmc@epix.net or patdclub@gmail.com or visit the social media pages of both organizations. Payment can be submitted via Cash or Check by June 30th.
Checks can be made payable to either: "Bangor Football Parents Club" or the "PA Touchdown Club". Payment can be mailed to Krista Constable at 382 True Blue Road Bangor, PA 18013; Christine Godshalk at 30 Johnsonville Road Bangor, PA 18013 or Barbara Ashenfalder at 710 George Street Pen Argyl, PA 18072.
Roseto Summer Recreation Program
Roseto Borough is happy to announce our 2019 summer recreation program. The dates will be the weeks of July 15 and July 22. We start at 9:00am and end at Noon each day, Monday - Friday. There is no cost for Roseto residents and a $30.00 per child for nonresidents. Children that have completed kindergarten up to 6th grade are invited to attend. They will have a registration time on Saturday July 13, 9:00-12:00 at the Roseto ballpark pavilion.
Slate Belt AARP Trip
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.
"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
Bangor Elks Golf Tournament
Bangor Elks Lodge # 1106 Annual Golf Tournament The 19th annual Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 golf tournament that benefits major projects will be held on Monday June 24, 2019 at Whitetail Golf Course. It is a four person scramble format with a cost of $90 per golfer. It includes golf, cart, prizes, cookout lunch and beverages. A hole-in-one is sponsored by Dotta Auto Sales. Please call the Bangor Elks Lodge #1106 to register your foursome or e-mail bangorelks@g-mail.com. Deadline to register is June 17, 2019
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
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.
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.
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)
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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.
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The Bangor Exchange Club recently honored the top five graduating seniors from Bangor Area High School. (L-R) Rep. Joe Emrick, Hannah Bledsoe, Jessica Baggett, Nicola Kaye, Morgan O’Brien and the Exchange Club Accepting the Challenge of Excellence (ACE) recipient Salvatore Schippers, Sen. Mario Scavello.
Summer Fun With Books
Attention all parents of Preschool through 3rd grade students! The Blue Mountain Community Library in Pen Argyl will offer a Summer Reading program from June to August called “SUMMER FUN WITH BOOKS.”
Together, they will read books and participate in an activity. Each program will feature a different theme. Mark your calendars for the following Wednesdays: June 12 & 26, July 10 & 24, and August 7 & 21. All programs will begin at 10:30 AM at the Library, located at 216 S. Robinson Ave., Pen Argyl. Due to limited space, please reserve your spot as soon as possible. Sign-up sheets are at the front desk.
The library will also offer “Summer Bingo Challenge” for Middle School Students, Young Adults and Adults. Bingo Reading Cards are available at the Library for anyone who wishes to participate. One winner in each age group will be given a Gift Certificate to the Book Nook in the Library.
For information, call Lisa at 610-863-3029 or visit www.bmcl.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl.
Strawberry Festival Celebrating 25 Years
One of the oldest continuous running Strawberry Festival's is celebrating 25 years. Faith church’s Strawberry Festival has been kicking-off Summer for 25 years now. Everyone in the Slate Belt knows that the summer weather won't stay around until Faith Church’s Annual Strawberry Festival is held. Now in its 25th year the Annual Strawberry Festival will finally arrive on Saturday, June 22, 2019 from 4pm to 7pm, rain or shine. Since Faith church has been making the traditional Strawberry pie for 25 years now, you might say, we know a thing or two about strawberry desserts. So to celebrate this year’s Festival the menu will also include those old time favorites like Hot Dogs, Turkey and Beef barbecue, along with a popular selection of salads, and cold drinks.
Don't miss this one and taste why this Festival is in its twenty fifth (25) successful year, maybe it’s because the best Strawberries wind up in our desserts. Decide for yourself, Directions to Faith United church for this Strawberry Festival are available on the website: http://www.faithunited.net
Don't miss this one and taste why this Festival is in its twenty fifth (25) successful year, maybe it’s because the best Strawberries wind up in our desserts. Decide for yourself, Directions to Faith United church for this Strawberry Festival are available on the website: http://www.faithunited.net
Cyndi the Syndaver comes to BAHS
Bangor High School students learn human anatomy through interacting with a synthetic cadaver during a special seminar held recently at the school. PHOTO GALLERY Sbtt Photo Jordyn Taylor
by Jordyn Taylor
Students had mixed emotions when Cyndi, a synthetic cadaver, was revealed to classes at Bangor Area High School. Some were shocked and others looked on in amazement as the Syndaver was shown to the classes. The demonstration was put on by the Da Vinci Science Center and allowed students to interact with a life-like cadaver and conduct other experiments that focused on particular parts of the body.
The Bangor Area School District Educational Foundation sponsored the event which ran for two days at the high school. The SynDaver featured complete and functional muscular, skeletal, circulatory, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and endocrine systems – all made from materials that look, feel, and respond just like live tissue, so the students could interact with different parts of the body.
Evan Finkbeiner, a student at BAHS, said that he enjoyed this aspect of the demonstration. “I like feeling around inside of it [because] you get to see the organs,” he said. “Instead of just having a picture in front of you, it’s better to have a 3D model so you can really feel around and get all the information based not only off your eyes, but your hands.”
Students broke into groups to perform four different experiments, one of which involved chewing pieces of bread, spitting them out, and seeing how they reacted as they would in the digestive system. Faces again showed mixed emotions, some of disgust and others of laughter, as they performed the experiments.
Josh Egner, a teacher at BAHS, thought these simulations were beneficial for his students. “They are getting a hands-on experience,” he said. “They are learning about the structure and functions of the organs in the process.”
The Bangor Area School District Educational Foundation is a non-profit educational organization founded in 1997. According to their website, their mission is to “support the learning of children and adults in the Bangor Area School District by funding teacher grants, student scholarships, academic awards, community events, and culturally enriching programs.” They hope to enhance the educational quality of students and improve the overall community. They also hope to do more programs like the SynDaver in the future in order to impact students who are graduating, as well as those still in high school.
Students had mixed emotions when Cyndi, a synthetic cadaver, was revealed to classes at Bangor Area High School. Some were shocked and others looked on in amazement as the Syndaver was shown to the classes. The demonstration was put on by the Da Vinci Science Center and allowed students to interact with a life-like cadaver and conduct other experiments that focused on particular parts of the body.
The Bangor Area School District Educational Foundation sponsored the event which ran for two days at the high school. The SynDaver featured complete and functional muscular, skeletal, circulatory, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and endocrine systems – all made from materials that look, feel, and respond just like live tissue, so the students could interact with different parts of the body.
Evan Finkbeiner, a student at BAHS, said that he enjoyed this aspect of the demonstration. “I like feeling around inside of it [because] you get to see the organs,” he said. “Instead of just having a picture in front of you, it’s better to have a 3D model so you can really feel around and get all the information based not only off your eyes, but your hands.”
Students broke into groups to perform four different experiments, one of which involved chewing pieces of bread, spitting them out, and seeing how they reacted as they would in the digestive system. Faces again showed mixed emotions, some of disgust and others of laughter, as they performed the experiments.
Josh Egner, a teacher at BAHS, thought these simulations were beneficial for his students. “They are getting a hands-on experience,” he said. “They are learning about the structure and functions of the organs in the process.”
The Bangor Area School District Educational Foundation is a non-profit educational organization founded in 1997. According to their website, their mission is to “support the learning of children and adults in the Bangor Area School District by funding teacher grants, student scholarships, academic awards, community events, and culturally enriching programs.” They hope to enhance the educational quality of students and improve the overall community. They also hope to do more programs like the SynDaver in the future in order to impact students who are graduating, as well as those still in high school.
PUBLIC NOTICE
You are invited to attend the Washington Township Supervisors Meeting scheduled for 7:00 pm on June 12, 2019 at Washington Township to discuss stormwater and the regulations for the MS-4 program as developed by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).
DEP requires that municipalities adhere to specific guidelines for the management of stormwater. Municipalities are now required to obtain an MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) Permit. As part of this permit, each municipality is required to reduce the amount of pollutants found within the local watershed areas.
These improvements include tree plantings, stormwater basin upgrades, and stream bank restoration. The improvements are designed to help reduce the amount of pollutants that reach the local streams, thus creating a healthier environment for the surrounding residents and wildlife. Topics to be discussed include the six general Minimum Control Measures and the Pollutant Reduction Plan.
Thank you and we hope you can attend the meeting. Please RSVP via email to: Katie Purdue Township Planning & Zoning Secretary wtbsassistant@epix.net Washington Township Municipal Meeting Room 1021 Washington Boulevard, Bangor, PA 18013
You are invited to attend the Washington Township Supervisors Meeting scheduled for 7:00 pm on June 12, 2019 at Washington Township to discuss stormwater and the regulations for the MS-4 program as developed by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).
DEP requires that municipalities adhere to specific guidelines for the management of stormwater. Municipalities are now required to obtain an MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) Permit. As part of this permit, each municipality is required to reduce the amount of pollutants found within the local watershed areas.
These improvements include tree plantings, stormwater basin upgrades, and stream bank restoration. The improvements are designed to help reduce the amount of pollutants that reach the local streams, thus creating a healthier environment for the surrounding residents and wildlife. Topics to be discussed include the six general Minimum Control Measures and the Pollutant Reduction Plan.
Thank you and we hope you can attend the meeting. Please RSVP via email to: Katie Purdue Township Planning & Zoning Secretary wtbsassistant@epix.net Washington Township Municipal Meeting Room 1021 Washington Boulevard, Bangor, PA 18013
This Turkey Vulture was perched just a few feet from our office window Sunday morning. This scavenger is the second largest raptor in our area. Only eagles are larger. You can see its hooked beak and talons, which are adapted for tearing the flesh of dead animals. Some are nearly 3 feet tall with a wingspan of six feet. Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Area Legislators Announce Grants
Awarded from Gaming Revenue
HARRISBURG – Sen. Mario Scavello (R-Northampton/Monroe) and state Reps. Joe Emrick (R-Nazareth), Marcia Hahn (R-Bushkill Township) and Zach Mako (R-Northampton) announce a series of grants being awarded to 15 Northampton County entities by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA).
Established in 2004 as an independent agency of the Department of Community and Economic Development, the CFA is charged with administering Pennsylvania's economic stimulus packages. The nearly $1.5 million in grants are generated solely by the Sands Casino in Bethlehem and may be distributed to Northampton County.
The grant recipients that are part of the legislators’ districts, and the purpose for which the grants are being used, are as follows:
Established in 2004 as an independent agency of the Department of Community and Economic Development, the CFA is charged with administering Pennsylvania's economic stimulus packages. The nearly $1.5 million in grants are generated solely by the Sands Casino in Bethlehem and may be distributed to Northampton County.
The grant recipients that are part of the legislators’ districts, and the purpose for which the grants are being used, are as follows:
- Bath Borough - multi-municipal paving equipment procurement.
- Bethlehem Township - police vehicles and purchase of fire utility truck.
- Bushkill Township - police license plate reader program.
- Lehigh Valley Economic Investment Corporation - Northampton Community College culinary upgrade grant request.
- Lower Nazareth Township - fire company air packs.
- Nazareth Borough - life saving fire equipment.
- Northampton Borough - TOMCAR fire/transport rescue vehicle.
- Northampton County - Lehigh Valley Regional Intelligence and Investigation Center.
- Palmer Township - suburban EMS ambulance.
- Pen Argyl Borough - police vehicle request.
- Roseto Borough – new public works garage.
- Stockertown Borough - police equipment upgrades.
- Tatamy Borough - security and safety upgrades.
- Wind Gap Borough - municipal complex garage apron upgrade and sewer line study.
PAHS Memorial Day Program Planned
With Promising Practices Program
Pen Argyl High School’s Memorial Day program held Friday at the school’s alumni Stadium was developed from a concept promoted by Character.org, an organization devoted to bringing good character to people everywhere. Their Promising Practices program showcases innovative best practices that are making an impact and recognizes schools for their efforts in character education.
Pen Argyl just received its second Promising Practice, this time for its Memorial Day program which was held Friday. The program was entirely planned, organized and run by students at the high school. Additionally, many community members were involved, which is a key component to the governing principles of Character.org.
In an effort to teach our student body about the meaning of Memorial Day, the school planned an event to honor the fallen. It started with our student government selling flags to staff/students/community members in honor of fallen loved ones. Student gov't members placed ribbons on each flag with the name, branch of service, and service dates of those loved ones.
While this was taking place, members of the Knights' Order (their character education group) researched flag handling and etiquette to ensure that it was proper to place the ribbons on the flags. They also discovered that the flags, which were to be placed on the school's front lawn, would need to be lit at night. Students then approached the manager of a local Home Depot about the necessary lighting, and they generously donated the lighting to the project.
The week leading up to Memorial Day, their Life Skills students and Knights' Order students planted the flags on the front lawn of the school; there were 100 in total, and it was a powerful sight upon entering the school parking lot.
The Memorial Day Assembly took place alongside the flags. Students researched, wrote invitations (and thank yous) to local gov't officials, wrote and delivered the speeches and remarks, cleaned and weeded the area in which the assembly took place, served refreshments, wrote press releases, and were interviewed by news stations.
On the Friday before Memorial Day, the entire student body convened in the parking lot, along with various community members and invited VIPs, including the school district superintendent, State Representative Marcia Hahn, Senator Mario Scavello, Pen Argyl Mayor Mikel Sabatine, members of the Armed Forces, Chaplain of American Legion Chapter #502, Rotary sponsors, and the Slate Belt Community Choir.
The assembly included a performance by the Slate Belt Community Choir, the playing of the National Anthem by one of our retired teachers, a speech on the significance of Memorial Day, a reading of "Flanders Field", as well as a flag presentation wherein Staff Sargent Paul B. Russel of the US Army presented PAHS with a flag previously flown over the state capitol. During the flag presentation the following was read: "Governor Tom Wolf has certified that Pen Argyl HS has been presented with our country's beloved flag, which was flown over the state capitol in Harrisburg on the 23rd day of March 2018, in honor of Pen Argyl High School's commitment to those who have served in the Armed Forces."
Pen Argyl just received its second Promising Practice, this time for its Memorial Day program which was held Friday. The program was entirely planned, organized and run by students at the high school. Additionally, many community members were involved, which is a key component to the governing principles of Character.org.
In an effort to teach our student body about the meaning of Memorial Day, the school planned an event to honor the fallen. It started with our student government selling flags to staff/students/community members in honor of fallen loved ones. Student gov't members placed ribbons on each flag with the name, branch of service, and service dates of those loved ones.
While this was taking place, members of the Knights' Order (their character education group) researched flag handling and etiquette to ensure that it was proper to place the ribbons on the flags. They also discovered that the flags, which were to be placed on the school's front lawn, would need to be lit at night. Students then approached the manager of a local Home Depot about the necessary lighting, and they generously donated the lighting to the project.
The week leading up to Memorial Day, their Life Skills students and Knights' Order students planted the flags on the front lawn of the school; there were 100 in total, and it was a powerful sight upon entering the school parking lot.
The Memorial Day Assembly took place alongside the flags. Students researched, wrote invitations (and thank yous) to local gov't officials, wrote and delivered the speeches and remarks, cleaned and weeded the area in which the assembly took place, served refreshments, wrote press releases, and were interviewed by news stations.
On the Friday before Memorial Day, the entire student body convened in the parking lot, along with various community members and invited VIPs, including the school district superintendent, State Representative Marcia Hahn, Senator Mario Scavello, Pen Argyl Mayor Mikel Sabatine, members of the Armed Forces, Chaplain of American Legion Chapter #502, Rotary sponsors, and the Slate Belt Community Choir.
The assembly included a performance by the Slate Belt Community Choir, the playing of the National Anthem by one of our retired teachers, a speech on the significance of Memorial Day, a reading of "Flanders Field", as well as a flag presentation wherein Staff Sargent Paul B. Russel of the US Army presented PAHS with a flag previously flown over the state capitol. During the flag presentation the following was read: "Governor Tom Wolf has certified that Pen Argyl HS has been presented with our country's beloved flag, which was flown over the state capitol in Harrisburg on the 23rd day of March 2018, in honor of Pen Argyl High School's commitment to those who have served in the Armed Forces."
Bangor Musical Big Winner
Brookel Sabella
by Jordyn Taylor
Bangor's Brookel Sabella and the Bangor High School's production of Mamma Mia won the night Thursday during the Freddy Awards at the State Theater hosted by Shelly Brown and Eve Russo and aired live on WFMZ.
Bangor finished on top with eight awards, including Outstanding Overall Production of a musical for Mamma Mia, which was their first time winning the award.
Sabella, a junior at BAHS, was awarded three Freddy Awards: Outstanding Small Ensemble Performance, the Vic Kumma Award for Outstanding Solo Vocal Performance, and Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role. She performed “The Winner Takes it All” alongside the other five actresses nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a leading role. In one of her acceptance speeches, she thanked the State Theater, the Freddy’s, the directors of Mamma Mia, her parents, and Meryl Streep for “making the song iconic.”
The night was filled with laughter, speeches, cheers, performances, and tears of joy as schools were recognized for their accomplishments. Some of Bangor’s other awards included Outstanding scenery and Outstanding Chorus, which Joseph Di Minico, one of the musical directors of the show, hoped would win.
“I would also like to see our chorus win,” he said prior to the awards presentation, “because I think more than anything, or any other year, the chorus was connected to the show as a whole. I do think we have the best this year. It was fantastic.”
Bangor’s eight awards are listed below. Congratulations to the entire cast, crew, and pit of Mamma Mia and to all other participating schools!
Bangor's Brookel Sabella and the Bangor High School's production of Mamma Mia won the night Thursday during the Freddy Awards at the State Theater hosted by Shelly Brown and Eve Russo and aired live on WFMZ.
Bangor finished on top with eight awards, including Outstanding Overall Production of a musical for Mamma Mia, which was their first time winning the award.
Sabella, a junior at BAHS, was awarded three Freddy Awards: Outstanding Small Ensemble Performance, the Vic Kumma Award for Outstanding Solo Vocal Performance, and Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role. She performed “The Winner Takes it All” alongside the other five actresses nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a leading role. In one of her acceptance speeches, she thanked the State Theater, the Freddy’s, the directors of Mamma Mia, her parents, and Meryl Streep for “making the song iconic.”
The night was filled with laughter, speeches, cheers, performances, and tears of joy as schools were recognized for their accomplishments. Some of Bangor’s other awards included Outstanding scenery and Outstanding Chorus, which Joseph Di Minico, one of the musical directors of the show, hoped would win.
“I would also like to see our chorus win,” he said prior to the awards presentation, “because I think more than anything, or any other year, the chorus was connected to the show as a whole. I do think we have the best this year. It was fantastic.”
Bangor’s eight awards are listed below. Congratulations to the entire cast, crew, and pit of Mamma Mia and to all other participating schools!
- Outstanding use of Scenery
- Outstanding use of Lighting
- Outstanding Ensemble Performance (Brookel Sabella, Gianna Graziano, and Morgan Shriver - “Dancing Queen”) (This award was tied with Southern Lehigh’s “Les Miserables: School Edition”)
- Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role (Gianna Graziano)
- Outstanding Chorus
- Vic Kumma AWARD for Outstanding Solo Vocal Performance (Brookel Sabella)
- Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role (Brookel Sabella)
- Overall Outstanding Production of a Musical
BAHS Leads Valley w/16 Freddy Nominations
Award Presentations 7pm tonight Channel 69
by Jordyn Taylor
The Freddy Awards recognize the accomplishments of local high schools in their productions and performances. The awards are broadcast live in a three-hour event that includes an opening and closing number, performances by nominated musicals and performers, and the announcement of the 21 Freddy Award winners. This year, Bangor Area High School was nominated for 16 awards, the most among competing schools. Some nominations include Best Overall Production, Outstanding Performance by an Orchestra, and Outstanding Chorus.
“I was very proud of the kids because I do think consistently, and not just this year, we have had quality theater at Bangor,” Joseph Di Minico, the director of the production, said in response to receiving the nominations. “It is something that we are very proud of and it is nice to be recognized for that, in what I truly believe are 16 nominations that I agree with.” The cast has had two rehearsals in preparation for the Freddy’s where they will perform a modified version of Dancing Queen.
Di Minico mentioned other elements of the show that he was proud of as well. “The costume crew spent a lot of time making the disco costumes. They were not rented, they were all handmade and the costume crew is really something I wanted to feature,” he said. “This year we really spent a lot of time with the costume crew designing and building the costumes and I think they did a fantastic job.”
Aimee Bealer, a member of the cast, also expressed her excitement to perform again in the costumes. “I'm just really excited to get back into the costumes. I think that’s the most exciting, I love the costumes so much.” Di Minico also mentioned the stage crew saying, “I think we have one of the best stage crews around. You don't even see our crew, that's how quickly we manage it. I would like to see them win because I think they are very deserving.” The stage crew, costumes, and scenery were also nominated for Freddy’s.
Eric Hahn, director of the pit orchestra, also mentioned noteworthy accomplishments within the show. “I really think the pit does a fantastic job,” he said. “ I always remind myself that everybody - we're all putting on a show together. The stage crew is moving props or scenery, the actors are speaking their lines; acting and reacting, making that dialogue come to life, getting everybody invested in the lives of these characters. The costumes have to work, the lighting has to work, the pit has to work with that as well. Not only am I always impressed with how the student musicians are able to perform the music, but also how well they are able to put those things together.”
Overall, the Freddy’s are about acknowledging the performers, whether they win or not. “I just hope that we are recognized for the hard work and the huge amount of talent that we have here,” Hahn said. “Everything always has a chance.”
Di Minico also echoed his excitement for the Freddy’s. “I am excited for our students to be excited about something,” he said. “Our goal every year is to try to get nominated for best show so that we get to perform, but at the same time it's exciting or if someone does win… Watching the excitement of our students because of their hard work really makes me happy.”
Members of the community, and those outside of the community, await the performances and the announcement of the winners at the upcoming awards. “The theater is so many of the arts combined and I want to try to get back to where everyone connects to it and our community,” Di Minico said. “They connect to everything we do here in the arts. Our school is taking, in my opinion, the job of creating it - entertainment - for us and the same time educating the community. That's why I think we step it up not just for the awards, but for our community and our students.”
Hahn also mentioned the community as well saying, “every year, this musical wows this community and anybody else who comes in from outside and yet, somehow, the next year we’re able to wow them even more.”
The full list of nominations is provided below and The Freddy Awards air tonight at 7:00 on WFMZ.
Outstanding Performance for Orchestra, Outstanding Scenery, Outstanding Costumes, Outstanding Male Ensemble Member – Logan Holva “Pepper” Outstanding Lighting, Outstanding Small, Ensemble for Dancing Queen – Brookel Sabella, Gianna Graziano, Morgan Shriver, Outstanding Chorography, Outstanding Supporting Actress Gianna Graziano as “Tanya”, Outstanding Supporting Actor Marino Bubba as “Bill”, Outstanding Chorus Vic Kumma Award for Outstanding Solo Vocal Performance – Brookel Sabella – The Winner Takes It all, Outstanding Featured, Performance by Actress – Hanna Almanzar for “Sophie”, Outstanding Production Number “Voulez Vous”, Outstanding Stage Crew, Outstanding Actress in a Leading Role - Brookel Sabella as “Donna”, Outstanding Overall Production of a Musical
The Freddy Awards recognize the accomplishments of local high schools in their productions and performances. The awards are broadcast live in a three-hour event that includes an opening and closing number, performances by nominated musicals and performers, and the announcement of the 21 Freddy Award winners. This year, Bangor Area High School was nominated for 16 awards, the most among competing schools. Some nominations include Best Overall Production, Outstanding Performance by an Orchestra, and Outstanding Chorus.
“I was very proud of the kids because I do think consistently, and not just this year, we have had quality theater at Bangor,” Joseph Di Minico, the director of the production, said in response to receiving the nominations. “It is something that we are very proud of and it is nice to be recognized for that, in what I truly believe are 16 nominations that I agree with.” The cast has had two rehearsals in preparation for the Freddy’s where they will perform a modified version of Dancing Queen.
Di Minico mentioned other elements of the show that he was proud of as well. “The costume crew spent a lot of time making the disco costumes. They were not rented, they were all handmade and the costume crew is really something I wanted to feature,” he said. “This year we really spent a lot of time with the costume crew designing and building the costumes and I think they did a fantastic job.”
Aimee Bealer, a member of the cast, also expressed her excitement to perform again in the costumes. “I'm just really excited to get back into the costumes. I think that’s the most exciting, I love the costumes so much.” Di Minico also mentioned the stage crew saying, “I think we have one of the best stage crews around. You don't even see our crew, that's how quickly we manage it. I would like to see them win because I think they are very deserving.” The stage crew, costumes, and scenery were also nominated for Freddy’s.
Eric Hahn, director of the pit orchestra, also mentioned noteworthy accomplishments within the show. “I really think the pit does a fantastic job,” he said. “ I always remind myself that everybody - we're all putting on a show together. The stage crew is moving props or scenery, the actors are speaking their lines; acting and reacting, making that dialogue come to life, getting everybody invested in the lives of these characters. The costumes have to work, the lighting has to work, the pit has to work with that as well. Not only am I always impressed with how the student musicians are able to perform the music, but also how well they are able to put those things together.”
Overall, the Freddy’s are about acknowledging the performers, whether they win or not. “I just hope that we are recognized for the hard work and the huge amount of talent that we have here,” Hahn said. “Everything always has a chance.”
Di Minico also echoed his excitement for the Freddy’s. “I am excited for our students to be excited about something,” he said. “Our goal every year is to try to get nominated for best show so that we get to perform, but at the same time it's exciting or if someone does win… Watching the excitement of our students because of their hard work really makes me happy.”
Members of the community, and those outside of the community, await the performances and the announcement of the winners at the upcoming awards. “The theater is so many of the arts combined and I want to try to get back to where everyone connects to it and our community,” Di Minico said. “They connect to everything we do here in the arts. Our school is taking, in my opinion, the job of creating it - entertainment - for us and the same time educating the community. That's why I think we step it up not just for the awards, but for our community and our students.”
Hahn also mentioned the community as well saying, “every year, this musical wows this community and anybody else who comes in from outside and yet, somehow, the next year we’re able to wow them even more.”
The full list of nominations is provided below and The Freddy Awards air tonight at 7:00 on WFMZ.
Outstanding Performance for Orchestra, Outstanding Scenery, Outstanding Costumes, Outstanding Male Ensemble Member – Logan Holva “Pepper” Outstanding Lighting, Outstanding Small, Ensemble for Dancing Queen – Brookel Sabella, Gianna Graziano, Morgan Shriver, Outstanding Chorography, Outstanding Supporting Actress Gianna Graziano as “Tanya”, Outstanding Supporting Actor Marino Bubba as “Bill”, Outstanding Chorus Vic Kumma Award for Outstanding Solo Vocal Performance – Brookel Sabella – The Winner Takes It all, Outstanding Featured, Performance by Actress – Hanna Almanzar for “Sophie”, Outstanding Production Number “Voulez Vous”, Outstanding Stage Crew, Outstanding Actress in a Leading Role - Brookel Sabella as “Donna”, Outstanding Overall Production of a Musical
Magna Cum Laude Graduate
Bailey Brugler earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Misericordia University during their December 2018 Commencement exercises. Brugler graduated Magna Cum Laude. Brugler is the son of Brent and Tonya Brugler. He graduated from Nazareth Area High School in 2015. Brugler is currently enrolled in graduate school at Misericordia University pursing his Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy
Bangor GFWC Donates to Library
Carol Akam, President, Bangor Womens Club GFWC, shown presenting $1500 donation to Kathleen Lynch, Bangor Public Library Librarian. Ms Lynch talked about the different programs that are being held for adults and children. She also highlighted work by the Friends Of The Library and how they are helping to pay for the window tinting project and major cleaning.
June Jones, Education chair presented a $1000 check to Abigail McCour, this years scholarship winner. Abigail read her application essay and explained her plans to study pre-med at Jefferson in Philadelphia.
Peggy Golden read a lovely poem about a perfect job.
The club conducts various fund raisers during the year to provide these donations to our local community.
Martin Tower Implosion.....
Road Project on PA 33 Underway
Allentown, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Engineering District 5 announced today work is scheduled to begin this week on a $5,097,705 project on PA 33 in Stockertown Borough, Bushkill, Plainfield, and Palmer townships, Northampton County.
The pavement preservation project includes milling, concrete patching, and paving of approximately 4.5 miles of PA 33 between the Main Street and Belfast exits.
Starting Monday (May 20), motorists should expect lane restrictions on PA 33 in both north and southbound directions. Northbound PA 33 will be restricted between the hours of 7:00 PM to 2:00 PM and southbound will see restrictions between 10:00 AM and 5:00 AM.
James D. Morrissey, Inc. of Philadelphia, PA is the general contractor on the project, which is expected to be complete in November. Traffic on PA 33 in the project area ranges between 18,703-27,336 vehicles northbound and 17,721-27,370 vehicles southbound.
For more information on projects occurring or being bid this year, those made possible by or accelerated by the state transportation funding plan (Act 89), or those on the department’s Four and Twelve Year Plans, visit www.projects.penndot.gov.
Allentown, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Engineering District 5 announced today work is scheduled to begin this week on a $5,097,705 project on PA 33 in Stockertown Borough, Bushkill, Plainfield, and Palmer townships, Northampton County.
The pavement preservation project includes milling, concrete patching, and paving of approximately 4.5 miles of PA 33 between the Main Street and Belfast exits.
Starting Monday (May 20), motorists should expect lane restrictions on PA 33 in both north and southbound directions. Northbound PA 33 will be restricted between the hours of 7:00 PM to 2:00 PM and southbound will see restrictions between 10:00 AM and 5:00 AM.
James D. Morrissey, Inc. of Philadelphia, PA is the general contractor on the project, which is expected to be complete in November. Traffic on PA 33 in the project area ranges between 18,703-27,336 vehicles northbound and 17,721-27,370 vehicles southbound.
For more information on projects occurring or being bid this year, those made possible by or accelerated by the state transportation funding plan (Act 89), or those on the department’s Four and Twelve Year Plans, visit www.projects.penndot.gov.
(L-R) Shirley Ascani, Will Menhennitt, Joseph DiMinico, Hannah Bledsoe, Roz Evans (behind the bell), Bill Hobbs, Andrew Bunn, Darlene Sarkady, Chad Williams, and Tyler Carlson
BAHS STAR & Horvath Science Awards
The Star Awards are given annually to a Bangor Area District student who has exhibited either classroom achievement and/or contributions to the school district or society that go above and beyond the classroom. Students are nominated for this award by their teachers, administrators, or other interested parties, and are chosen by a committee of alumni for this honor.
Hannah Bledsoe: Hannah, a senior, is at the top of her class academically and balances that with high achievement in the arts. She has participated in PMEA District Chorus for 3 years, ranking first in 2019. She has participated in PMEA Region V Chorus for 3 years and ranked first in 2018. She has also participated in the PMEA All-State Chorus and the NAFME All-Eastern Chorus. Other school activities include tennis, the German National Honor Society and the National Honor Society. She has plans to major in biology and pursue a pre-med track in college. In addition, she will continue to explore her interest in music by participating in college music programs as well.
Will Menhennitt: Will, a senior, is a Boy Scout in Troop 38 of Bangor. He has earned his Eagle Scout Badge by completing a project to create a new pavilion for the Little League Field at Bangor Park. As a patrol leader in his troop he has learned communication skills. In 2017, he attended the Boy Scout National Jamboree where he had the opportunity to meet people from around the world. Will has held many jobs since the age of 14 when he worked as a masonry laborer, and then later as an electrician’s helper, and currently as a substitute custodian for the Bangor School District. He intends to major in Criminal Justice in college and would like to become a State Trooper. He feels this may also give him a chance to use the many survival skills he has learned as a scout.
Tyler Carlson: Tyler is in the 5th grade at DeFranco Elementary School. Last year he had an anaphylactic reaction that sent him to St. Luke’s Hospital. After receiving many gifts while he was there, he decided he wanted to do the same for other kids who were hospitalized. Knowing that a hospital stay is not fun, he asked his mother to help him post a video on Facebook asking for small toys and other items for other young patients. These items were dropped off at his mother’s business, Grace on Broadway, in Bangor. The video was viewed 5000 times and he ended up visiting three local hospitals and distributing over 100 bags of toys. He decided to make this an ongoing project and has posted another video this year to continue his project.
About the Science Award
The Horvath Science Award, introduced in 2011, is given annually in honor of Dr. Bert Horvath and his wife, Betty Gregor Horvath, both Bangor graduates who have distinguished themselves in the field of science research. This award recognizes an outstanding science student in the hopes of inspiring the recipient to continue to pursue a career in that field.
Horvath Science Award Recipient 2018
Andrew Bunn: Andrew takes Advanced Placement and Honors level courses and is currently studying AP Physics and Honors Human Anatomy and Physiology. He is earning top grades in both. His teachers say that he strives to understand both the theoretical and mathematical aspects of science as well as the real-world applications of class topics. His lab skills are superior, as is his ability to analyze data and draw logical conclusions. Andrew has a special interest in Aerospace Sciences and plans to pursue this interest in college.
Visit The website at www.slateralums.com for more information on these awards
The Star Awards are given annually to a Bangor Area District student who has exhibited either classroom achievement and/or contributions to the school district or society that go above and beyond the classroom. Students are nominated for this award by their teachers, administrators, or other interested parties, and are chosen by a committee of alumni for this honor.
Hannah Bledsoe: Hannah, a senior, is at the top of her class academically and balances that with high achievement in the arts. She has participated in PMEA District Chorus for 3 years, ranking first in 2019. She has participated in PMEA Region V Chorus for 3 years and ranked first in 2018. She has also participated in the PMEA All-State Chorus and the NAFME All-Eastern Chorus. Other school activities include tennis, the German National Honor Society and the National Honor Society. She has plans to major in biology and pursue a pre-med track in college. In addition, she will continue to explore her interest in music by participating in college music programs as well.
Will Menhennitt: Will, a senior, is a Boy Scout in Troop 38 of Bangor. He has earned his Eagle Scout Badge by completing a project to create a new pavilion for the Little League Field at Bangor Park. As a patrol leader in his troop he has learned communication skills. In 2017, he attended the Boy Scout National Jamboree where he had the opportunity to meet people from around the world. Will has held many jobs since the age of 14 when he worked as a masonry laborer, and then later as an electrician’s helper, and currently as a substitute custodian for the Bangor School District. He intends to major in Criminal Justice in college and would like to become a State Trooper. He feels this may also give him a chance to use the many survival skills he has learned as a scout.
Tyler Carlson: Tyler is in the 5th grade at DeFranco Elementary School. Last year he had an anaphylactic reaction that sent him to St. Luke’s Hospital. After receiving many gifts while he was there, he decided he wanted to do the same for other kids who were hospitalized. Knowing that a hospital stay is not fun, he asked his mother to help him post a video on Facebook asking for small toys and other items for other young patients. These items were dropped off at his mother’s business, Grace on Broadway, in Bangor. The video was viewed 5000 times and he ended up visiting three local hospitals and distributing over 100 bags of toys. He decided to make this an ongoing project and has posted another video this year to continue his project.
About the Science Award
The Horvath Science Award, introduced in 2011, is given annually in honor of Dr. Bert Horvath and his wife, Betty Gregor Horvath, both Bangor graduates who have distinguished themselves in the field of science research. This award recognizes an outstanding science student in the hopes of inspiring the recipient to continue to pursue a career in that field.
Horvath Science Award Recipient 2018
Andrew Bunn: Andrew takes Advanced Placement and Honors level courses and is currently studying AP Physics and Honors Human Anatomy and Physiology. He is earning top grades in both. His teachers say that he strives to understand both the theoretical and mathematical aspects of science as well as the real-world applications of class topics. His lab skills are superior, as is his ability to analyze data and draw logical conclusions. Andrew has a special interest in Aerospace Sciences and plans to pursue this interest in college.
Visit The website at www.slateralums.com for more information on these awards
Simple Tech Saves
Blame it on multi-tasking: you dropped your device in the middle of a DIY video and a cracked screen has left you (and your project) in despair. Can’t break away to get to a repair shop? Apply clear repair tape over the shattered screen to get the surface functioning and you back to mastering your task
National Bike to Work Month
Lock up your bike and enter work in style with fabrics designed to keep you cool. May is National Bike to Work Month, and hundreds of thousands of commuters are expected to participate across the country.
If you are new to cycling in general or commuting to work by bike, there are a few things to consider before hitting the streets.
Planning the Route
Don’t just wing it! Take time to plan your route beforehand. Free apps can help you choose the best possible route for arriving safely and quickly, helping you avoid streets that aren’t ideal for cyclists. Because many such apps function using crowdsourced data, you’ll be drawing upon the real-time wisdom of other cyclists. This can mean a stress-free journey.
Maintaining the Look
No one wants to arrive at the workplace looking -- and smelling -- as though he just hit the gym. To look and feel as put together as you did before leaving the house, seek out fabrics that keep you comfortable.
That’s not as hard as it sounds these days, thanks to fabric innovations from companies such as Jos. A. Bank, which are helping commuters look stylish and polished all day, no matter how far they are traveling or how they get there. The brand now carries 37.5 temperature-regulating technology, which is woven into its quality wool, wool blend and cotton fabrics. The brand’s line of Custom Travel Tech suits, sport coats, shirts, and pants feature this fabric technology keeping riders cool when it’s hot and warm when it’s cold. Plus, it’s wrinkle-resistant and designed to trap odor molecules that easily wash way when cleaned. To learn more, visit www.josbank.com. (StatePoint)
If you are new to cycling in general or commuting to work by bike, there are a few things to consider before hitting the streets.
Planning the Route
Don’t just wing it! Take time to plan your route beforehand. Free apps can help you choose the best possible route for arriving safely and quickly, helping you avoid streets that aren’t ideal for cyclists. Because many such apps function using crowdsourced data, you’ll be drawing upon the real-time wisdom of other cyclists. This can mean a stress-free journey.
Maintaining the Look
No one wants to arrive at the workplace looking -- and smelling -- as though he just hit the gym. To look and feel as put together as you did before leaving the house, seek out fabrics that keep you comfortable.
That’s not as hard as it sounds these days, thanks to fabric innovations from companies such as Jos. A. Bank, which are helping commuters look stylish and polished all day, no matter how far they are traveling or how they get there. The brand now carries 37.5 temperature-regulating technology, which is woven into its quality wool, wool blend and cotton fabrics. The brand’s line of Custom Travel Tech suits, sport coats, shirts, and pants feature this fabric technology keeping riders cool when it’s hot and warm when it’s cold. Plus, it’s wrinkle-resistant and designed to trap odor molecules that easily wash way when cleaned. To learn more, visit www.josbank.com. (StatePoint)
Patches for Pools
Warm weather means your family will be ready for fun in the sun and a few laps in your backyard pool. On the flip side, finding a pool leak can send you spiraling down the money drain, while a hole in your child’s favorite float might cause the next meltdown. For quick and easy repairs, grab T-Rex Waterproof Tape, which as the name implies, offers a waterproof seal, even for underwater repairs.
Learning More About Your Smartphone
Turn Your Phone into a Ruler
Free apps such as the Ruler App are a perfect solution for measuring objects that are smaller than your smartphone screen or even for measuring larger objects in a photo such as furniture
.
Stay Safe While Out on the Town
Use the bSafe app on your iPhone or Android. It lets you send invitations to friends or family to track your location as well as setting a timer to trigger a distress call if you do not arrive home in the amount of time you schedule. It even schedules fake calls so it can look like you are talking to someone while you walk home.
Take Photos While You’re Recording Video
Do you want to take photos but you’re recording a video? If you have an iPhone, you can press the shutter button that is next to the video recording button while you’re recording the video. That’s all there is to it.
Free apps such as the Ruler App are a perfect solution for measuring objects that are smaller than your smartphone screen or even for measuring larger objects in a photo such as furniture
.
Stay Safe While Out on the Town
Use the bSafe app on your iPhone or Android. It lets you send invitations to friends or family to track your location as well as setting a timer to trigger a distress call if you do not arrive home in the amount of time you schedule. It even schedules fake calls so it can look like you are talking to someone while you walk home.
Take Photos While You’re Recording Video
Do you want to take photos but you’re recording a video? If you have an iPhone, you can press the shutter button that is next to the video recording button while you’re recording the video. That’s all there is to it.
The Year of the Space-Age Home
In 2019, the “space-age” home will become a reality with modern innovations that are poised to change the way we think about luxury, elegance, and comfort. Incorporating advanced technology into your home is essential when elevating its overall style, design, and functionality.
* To add style to your bathroom, the Flotation Tub with ZERO DIMENSION from TOTO USA combines a weightlessness experience with neurological research to provide maximum relaxation.
* Smart mirrors that double as TVs can display weather and other useful information, blending seamless connectivity in a sleek design.
* Making your home as eco-friendly as possible will soon get easier with solar windows that capture solar energy while remaining transparent.
* Install a home automation system to make everyday life easier. Users have control over various systems and appliances throughout their house at their fingertips
* To add style to your bathroom, the Flotation Tub with ZERO DIMENSION from TOTO USA combines a weightlessness experience with neurological research to provide maximum relaxation.
* Smart mirrors that double as TVs can display weather and other useful information, blending seamless connectivity in a sleek design.
* Making your home as eco-friendly as possible will soon get easier with solar windows that capture solar energy while remaining transparent.
* Install a home automation system to make everyday life easier. Users have control over various systems and appliances throughout their house at their fingertips
5 Great Ways to Relieve Stress
Here are five great ways to reduce tension, relieve stress and feel better.
• Practice Yoga: Yoga is a powerful stress reliever as it combines the benefits of stretching, meditation, controlled breathing and exercise all in one package. It’s as simple as unfurling your yoga mat when stress runs high. While studios are easy to find these days, there are plenty of free videos you can find on YouTube when you need to de-stress on your own schedule and at home.
• Play music: Music can reduce stress, particularly when you are the one playing it. The slim design of digital pianos, such as the PX-S1000, makes it possible to get the feel and sound of a grand piano in a compact design. And integrated Bluetooth audio lets you connect your device wirelessly to this particular model, so you can also kick back and relax and listen to your favorite music through its powerful stereo amplification system.
• Laugh: Laughter reduces physical and mental tension. Even just smiling can trick you into feeling happier, so if the real laughter isn’t forthcoming, consider the old adage -- fake it ‘til you make it.
• Take a hike: Spending time in nature can reduce stress, ease anxiety and boost feelings of happiness according to the American Heart Association. Just be sure you take along tools to help you navigate the trail and avoid bad weather. High-tech wearables, such as the Casio Pro Trek PRG650Y-1 watch, will keep both hands free for ease on the trail.
• Tackle your to-do list: Is the source of your stress a growing to-do list? Pick an item, any item and tackle it today. You’ll feel so much better afterward.
• Practice Yoga: Yoga is a powerful stress reliever as it combines the benefits of stretching, meditation, controlled breathing and exercise all in one package. It’s as simple as unfurling your yoga mat when stress runs high. While studios are easy to find these days, there are plenty of free videos you can find on YouTube when you need to de-stress on your own schedule and at home.
• Play music: Music can reduce stress, particularly when you are the one playing it. The slim design of digital pianos, such as the PX-S1000, makes it possible to get the feel and sound of a grand piano in a compact design. And integrated Bluetooth audio lets you connect your device wirelessly to this particular model, so you can also kick back and relax and listen to your favorite music through its powerful stereo amplification system.
• Laugh: Laughter reduces physical and mental tension. Even just smiling can trick you into feeling happier, so if the real laughter isn’t forthcoming, consider the old adage -- fake it ‘til you make it.
• Take a hike: Spending time in nature can reduce stress, ease anxiety and boost feelings of happiness according to the American Heart Association. Just be sure you take along tools to help you navigate the trail and avoid bad weather. High-tech wearables, such as the Casio Pro Trek PRG650Y-1 watch, will keep both hands free for ease on the trail.
• Tackle your to-do list: Is the source of your stress a growing to-do list? Pick an item, any item and tackle it today. You’ll feel so much better afterward.
Ways to Get Fit as a Family
One of the keys to encouraging children to develop health habits early is to make fitness a priority in the home.
The great news is there are a variety of ways to lead an active lifestyle that are suitable for the whole family, including kids of all ages.
1. Visit a playground: Choose your own adventure, taking note of your favorite parks and playgrounds and their features, such as skate parks, swings, slides and climbing walls.
2. Learn a new sport: From tennis to golf to touch football, there are a variety of ways to experience healthy activities as a group.
Shoe to try: The Adidas Lite Racer features a Cloudfoam EVA midsole to guide your foot when enjoying high-impact sports, such as running or tennis.
3. Participate in a charity run: Whether you’re a seasoned runner or have just signed up for your first 5K, many fundraising races are designed to accommodate the whole family. For younger children, search for events that allow baby strollers or that host a separate Fun Run for the kids.
Shoe to try: Nike offers the Flex Experience, which features lightweight synthetic overlays.
4. Get outdoors: Explore a new hiking trail to make memories and enjoy stunning scenery. Cater to all family members by choosing the length and level of difficulty of the hike.
For a one-stop-shopping experience and shoe trends for families, visit the Athletic Shop at Rack Room Shoes in stores or online at www.rackroomshoes.com/athleticshop.
Exercise shouldn’t be a chore. With new gear, a great attitude and a sense of adventure, getting fit as a family will be fun. (StatePoint)
The great news is there are a variety of ways to lead an active lifestyle that are suitable for the whole family, including kids of all ages.
1. Visit a playground: Choose your own adventure, taking note of your favorite parks and playgrounds and their features, such as skate parks, swings, slides and climbing walls.
2. Learn a new sport: From tennis to golf to touch football, there are a variety of ways to experience healthy activities as a group.
Shoe to try: The Adidas Lite Racer features a Cloudfoam EVA midsole to guide your foot when enjoying high-impact sports, such as running or tennis.
3. Participate in a charity run: Whether you’re a seasoned runner or have just signed up for your first 5K, many fundraising races are designed to accommodate the whole family. For younger children, search for events that allow baby strollers or that host a separate Fun Run for the kids.
Shoe to try: Nike offers the Flex Experience, which features lightweight synthetic overlays.
4. Get outdoors: Explore a new hiking trail to make memories and enjoy stunning scenery. Cater to all family members by choosing the length and level of difficulty of the hike.
For a one-stop-shopping experience and shoe trends for families, visit the Athletic Shop at Rack Room Shoes in stores or online at www.rackroomshoes.com/athleticshop.
Exercise shouldn’t be a chore. With new gear, a great attitude and a sense of adventure, getting fit as a family will be fun. (StatePoint)
Pack 102 Blue & Gold Ceremony
Pack 102 held their annual Blue and Gold ceremony at the VFW Post 739. There were 14 boys that earned their rank and one that crossed over from Cub Scouts to Boy Scouts. At the event we had food that was donated by Broadway Pub and Dinky’s in addition to the parents providing a potluck. VFW post 739 is the charter Organization for Pack 102.
The boys and their families participated in a scavenger hunt which included compass work, plank races, a skit and more. The Boy Scout Troop 38 and Leaders were on hand to volunteer, organize some of the scavenger hunt and assist with the cross over ceremony. Pack 102 meetings are held Monday nights at 6:30 pm and the First United Methodist Church at 55 N. 3rd Street. For more information, visit their website at http://cubscoutpack102.org/
For the 2019 Community Service project, Pack 102 organized a collection of stuffed animals by placing donation boxes at the Broadway Pub, Bangor Trust Brewing, Recovery Revolution and A Clean Slate.
We want to thank the community for their donations and due to the amazing generosity, we were able to collect four large boxes of stuffed animals. The new stuffed animals will be used on calls that involve children. Officer Kiefer of the Bangor Police Department and Officer Brown of the Washington Township Police Department were on site to accept the donations. We were able to give one bag to several local police department: Bangor Borough, Washington Township, and Roseto.
We also were able to give a bag to Suburban EMS. Pack 102 would like to thank the Police and Emergency Service for all that they do for our community.
The boys and their families participated in a scavenger hunt which included compass work, plank races, a skit and more. The Boy Scout Troop 38 and Leaders were on hand to volunteer, organize some of the scavenger hunt and assist with the cross over ceremony. Pack 102 meetings are held Monday nights at 6:30 pm and the First United Methodist Church at 55 N. 3rd Street. For more information, visit their website at http://cubscoutpack102.org/
For the 2019 Community Service project, Pack 102 organized a collection of stuffed animals by placing donation boxes at the Broadway Pub, Bangor Trust Brewing, Recovery Revolution and A Clean Slate.
We want to thank the community for their donations and due to the amazing generosity, we were able to collect four large boxes of stuffed animals. The new stuffed animals will be used on calls that involve children. Officer Kiefer of the Bangor Police Department and Officer Brown of the Washington Township Police Department were on site to accept the donations. We were able to give one bag to several local police department: Bangor Borough, Washington Township, and Roseto.
We also were able to give a bag to Suburban EMS. Pack 102 would like to thank the Police and Emergency Service for all that they do for our community.
Learning More About Your Smartphone
Use Your Phone to Start Your Car
Use Viper SmartKey to lock, unlock, and start your car from a distance. It also has an option to diagnose car problems. What else could you ask for?
Find your iPhone with Siri
Did you forget where you put your iPhone down? Fear not! Just say, “Hey, Siri, where’s my phone?” She will answer with “Follow the sound of my voice.” Just follow her voice and your phone will be reunited with you again.
Take Action Shots Easily
Use the shutter option to take a succession of photos quickly if you are at a live event and don’t want to miss one moment. Then, you can go through the images later and select the best ones. Its photography made simple!
Use Viper SmartKey to lock, unlock, and start your car from a distance. It also has an option to diagnose car problems. What else could you ask for?
Find your iPhone with Siri
Did you forget where you put your iPhone down? Fear not! Just say, “Hey, Siri, where’s my phone?” She will answer with “Follow the sound of my voice.” Just follow her voice and your phone will be reunited with you again.
Take Action Shots Easily
Use the shutter option to take a succession of photos quickly if you are at a live event and don’t want to miss one moment. Then, you can go through the images later and select the best ones. Its photography made simple!
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month in Pennsylvania, and individuals who spend time outdoors should check themselves for ticks and be aware of the symptoms of Lyme disease and other tick-related ailments.
According to the Pennsylvania Department of Health, the first line of defense against Lyme is to take precautions in the outdoors by using insect repellent with DEET, wearing long-sleeved shirts and long pants, checking for – and promptly and properly removing – any ticks, and showering shortly after exposure.
If bitten, an individual should monitor the area for the next month. Symptoms of Lyme disease include fever, fatigue, headache, muscle aches, joint pain, a bull’s eye rash may appear, and other symptoms that can be mistaken for viral infections, such as influenza or infectious mononucleosis.
Pennsylvania has led the nation in confirmed cases of Lyme disease for three straight years.
Last year, a $500,000 grant was provided to East Stroudsburg University (ESU) to allow all Pennsylvania residents to have ticks (found on them or a family member) tested for free by the university. The Tick Lab is located within the Dr. Jane Huffman Wildlife Genetics Institute at ESU. Click here to access the Tick Lab website with all the details.
According to the Pennsylvania Department of Health, the first line of defense against Lyme is to take precautions in the outdoors by using insect repellent with DEET, wearing long-sleeved shirts and long pants, checking for – and promptly and properly removing – any ticks, and showering shortly after exposure.
If bitten, an individual should monitor the area for the next month. Symptoms of Lyme disease include fever, fatigue, headache, muscle aches, joint pain, a bull’s eye rash may appear, and other symptoms that can be mistaken for viral infections, such as influenza or infectious mononucleosis.
Pennsylvania has led the nation in confirmed cases of Lyme disease for three straight years.
Last year, a $500,000 grant was provided to East Stroudsburg University (ESU) to allow all Pennsylvania residents to have ticks (found on them or a family member) tested for free by the university. The Tick Lab is located within the Dr. Jane Huffman Wildlife Genetics Institute at ESU. Click here to access the Tick Lab website with all the details.
Learning More About Your Smartphone
Use Phone as a Telescope
Do you see the perfect image through a telescope or binoculars and want to take a picture? You can. Just place your mobile device’s camera where your eye would go and snap a few shots. You may be amazed by the results.
Use phone as a Microscope
Take the lens off the tip of a laser pointer and attach it over your phone’s camera lens. This hack will allow you to see and photograph a magnified and microscopic world that would be hard to see without technology.
Read Barcodes & QR Codes
We all know smartphones can read QR codes, but what about barcodes? You can scan barcodes from most shipping companies or download an app such as RedLaser to compare item prices at other stores while you’re shopping.
Do you see the perfect image through a telescope or binoculars and want to take a picture? You can. Just place your mobile device’s camera where your eye would go and snap a few shots. You may be amazed by the results.
Use phone as a Microscope
Take the lens off the tip of a laser pointer and attach it over your phone’s camera lens. This hack will allow you to see and photograph a magnified and microscopic world that would be hard to see without technology.
Read Barcodes & QR Codes
We all know smartphones can read QR codes, but what about barcodes? You can scan barcodes from most shipping companies or download an app such as RedLaser to compare item prices at other stores while you’re shopping.
Learning More About Your Smartphone
Use Your Smartphone as Glasses
When you forget to wear your glasses and you need them, life can get a little complicated. Thankfully, your smartphone’s camera can take pictures that can bring things in the distance into focus and make them a little easier to see
Turn Your Flashlight into a Nightlight
Have you had the power go out but didn’t have a candle? Just turn your phone’s flashlight on and put it behind a bottle of water to diffuse the harsh light. Now you have lighting that’s not a fire hazard to get you through until the electricity returns.
Solve Math Problems Easily
Just take a picture of a complicated math problem and use the Photomath app for your Android or iPhone. It not only helps you to solve the problems, but it can also teach you along the way. That’s an A+!
When you forget to wear your glasses and you need them, life can get a little complicated. Thankfully, your smartphone’s camera can take pictures that can bring things in the distance into focus and make them a little easier to see
Turn Your Flashlight into a Nightlight
Have you had the power go out but didn’t have a candle? Just turn your phone’s flashlight on and put it behind a bottle of water to diffuse the harsh light. Now you have lighting that’s not a fire hazard to get you through until the electricity returns.
Solve Math Problems Easily
Just take a picture of a complicated math problem and use the Photomath app for your Android or iPhone. It not only helps you to solve the problems, but it can also teach you along the way. That’s an A+!
Learning More About Your Smartphone
Check Your Blood Pressure and Heart Beat
There are dozens of heart rate monitor apps available for Androids and iPhones. By placing your finger in front of the camera, you allow the app to see your blood circulation and heartbeat. It’s actually kind of cool, and really useful if you need to do a quick health check.
Custom Vibrations for Contacts
Are you worried about missing a call from someone important but need to keep your phone on silent? Give them their own unique vibration so you can still tell when they are calling. If you have an iPhone, go into settings, then sounds and haptics, ringtone or text tone, and then click the vibration option to find the custom option
Move Shows on Your iPhone onto Your TV
Use screen mirroring and an Apple TV to access AirPlay. Soon you will be watching your favorite shows on the big screen instead of squinting to see what your favorite actors are looking at. It’s only a few button clicks to get there.
There are dozens of heart rate monitor apps available for Androids and iPhones. By placing your finger in front of the camera, you allow the app to see your blood circulation and heartbeat. It’s actually kind of cool, and really useful if you need to do a quick health check.
Custom Vibrations for Contacts
Are you worried about missing a call from someone important but need to keep your phone on silent? Give them their own unique vibration so you can still tell when they are calling. If you have an iPhone, go into settings, then sounds and haptics, ringtone or text tone, and then click the vibration option to find the custom option
Move Shows on Your iPhone onto Your TV
Use screen mirroring and an Apple TV to access AirPlay. Soon you will be watching your favorite shows on the big screen instead of squinting to see what your favorite actors are looking at. It’s only a few button clicks to get there.
Warm Weather Weight Loss Blunders
Blunder 1: Crash dieting: The thought of putting on a swimsuit may entice you to crash diet. Crash diets are not only unhealthy, they tend to slow metabolism, making it difficult for you to drop more than just a few pounds. Also, any weight you lose short-term will be regained as soon as you resume eating normally. It’s best to stick with your healthy lifestyle year-round. Have a bad day? That’s okay. Vow to get back on track the next day.
• Blunder 2: Ordering smoothies and frapps: When the weather turns hot, a blended drink can seem like an ideal morning or afternoon pick-me-up. However, those from coffee shops and convenience stores tend to be loaded with sugar and fat. A 16-ounce serving may have more than 200 calories and 50 grams of sugar. Quench cravings by ordering unsweetened or lightly sweetened iced coffee or tea or opt for a protein shake.
• Blunder 3: Not watching alcohol intake: Alcoholic beverages can be very refreshing in warm weather, but even a light beer or white wine is more than 100 calories, and today’s popular sweet drinks like hard cider and wine coolers have as many 180 calories each. To avoid over-indulging, alternate one or two drinks with fizzy seltzer over ice and a lime wedge.
• Blunder 4: Perspiring to lose: When you exercise in the heat, you may think you can feel the pounds melting off with each bead of sweat. And if you weigh yourself right before and after a workout, you may see a difference. The problem is as soon as you replace the fluids you’ve sweated out, you’ll see on the scale that you’ve lost little, if any, weight. Your best bet is to maintain a steady activity level every day so that you get at least 150 minutes of movement a week. Regular activity keeps your metabolism burning continually, even if you’re just walking inside an air-conditioned mall. (StatePoint)
More tip visit leaf.nutrisystem.com.
• Blunder 2: Ordering smoothies and frapps: When the weather turns hot, a blended drink can seem like an ideal morning or afternoon pick-me-up. However, those from coffee shops and convenience stores tend to be loaded with sugar and fat. A 16-ounce serving may have more than 200 calories and 50 grams of sugar. Quench cravings by ordering unsweetened or lightly sweetened iced coffee or tea or opt for a protein shake.
• Blunder 3: Not watching alcohol intake: Alcoholic beverages can be very refreshing in warm weather, but even a light beer or white wine is more than 100 calories, and today’s popular sweet drinks like hard cider and wine coolers have as many 180 calories each. To avoid over-indulging, alternate one or two drinks with fizzy seltzer over ice and a lime wedge.
• Blunder 4: Perspiring to lose: When you exercise in the heat, you may think you can feel the pounds melting off with each bead of sweat. And if you weigh yourself right before and after a workout, you may see a difference. The problem is as soon as you replace the fluids you’ve sweated out, you’ll see on the scale that you’ve lost little, if any, weight. Your best bet is to maintain a steady activity level every day so that you get at least 150 minutes of movement a week. Regular activity keeps your metabolism burning continually, even if you’re just walking inside an air-conditioned mall. (StatePoint)
More tip visit leaf.nutrisystem.com.
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