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Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania, weather forecast

Allergy Reports......
Mold Spores - High

Traffic Disruptions in Pen Argyl
Stoplight at the intersection of Robinson Avenue & Route 512 in Pen Argyl is being replaced. Traffic disruptions may occur over the next several weeks.

oN-gOING ALERTS
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PA - ROUTES 22, 33, 78, 80

Roadwork on I-78 westbound 1.5 miles west of Exit 45: PA 863 - LYNNPORT NEW SMITHVILLE. There is a traffic disruption.
Roadwork on I-78 eastbound .5 miles west of Exit 35: PA 143 - LENHARTSVILLE. There is a traffic disruption.
Lane restrictions on PA 33 in both north and southbound directions. Northbound 33 will be restricted between 7:00 PM to 2:00 PM and southbound between 10:00 AM and 5:00 AM.
Roadwork on PA 33 northbound between Exit: PA 248 - NAZARETH/WILSON and 1 miles NORTH of Exit: PA 248 - NAZARETH/WILSON. There is a shoulder closed.
Roadwork on PA 33 southbound between Exit: HECKTOWN ROAD and Exit: WILLIAM PENN HIGHWAY. There is a traffic disruption.
Roadwork on PA 33 northbound between Exit: WILLIAM PENN HIGHWAY and Exit: HECKTOWN ROAD. There is a traffic disruption.
Roadwork on PA 33 southbound between Exit: WILLIAM PENN HIGHWAY and Exit: HECKTOWN ROAD. There is a traffic disruption.
Roadwork on US 22 westbound between 1 miles EAST of Exit: FULLERTON AVENUE and Exit: PA 145 NORTH - MACARTHUR RD. There is a traffic disruption.

NEW JERSEY - ROUTES 78, 80

SLATE BELT

Slate Belt Travel Alert
Bridge outage on FOX GAP RD / CREEK RD / MAIN ST both directions between RIDGE RD and FOX GAP RD / + LAKE MINSI DR. All lanes closed.

Slate Belt Travel Alerts
Grand Central Road is now open.

Sandt Road in Plainfield Township will be closed to through traffic from Sullivan Trail to Church Road at Northampton County Bridge #226 from August 26 to November 1.

Planned PennDOT Roadwork This Week
(Weather May Alter Plans)

Lower Mt. Bethel Township Creek Road Between: Starseed Drive and Flicksville Road Type of work: Drainage. Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces Daytime. Lane restrictions with flagging. Start date: 10/21/19 - Est completion date: 10/25/19 09:00 AM To 02:00 PM

Plainfield and Forks Townships, Kesslersville Road Between: Newlins Road and Bangor Road. Pothole Patching. Daytime Lane restrictions with flagging. Expect delays and please use caution driving through the work zone. Start date: 10/21/19 Est completion date: 10/25/19 09:00 AM To 02:00 PM

Trivia answer: Two teammates on a Slate Belt community baseball team in the 1920s went on to play pro sports. Only one played in a rivalry game. Who were they? The answer: John Shebo Schultz and Andy “Pip” Koehler.

Andy "Pip" Koehler

Slate Belt Pros
Shebo Shultz NFL .... "Pip" Koehler MLB and ABL

by Larry Cory
John Shebo Shultz played for the Frankford Yellow Jackets of the NFL in six games and started one. He was the captain of the Pen Argyl High School undefeated football team in 1924 and starred at Temple. Later he became a teacher at Ashland,PA High School in Ashland. He died in 1932 .
Prior to Temple, Shultz played for the Pen Argyl A.A. baseball team during the summer of 1924 just after graduation
Andy “Pip” Koehler was also a member of the Pen Argyl A.A. after his graduation from Penn State in 1924 where he was a star athlete. Koehler was born and raised in Gilbert, Pa , just a stone’s throw or two from Stroudsburg.
Mose Amy, was well known in Pen Argyl for playing with the Pen Argyl Tiger football team as the right end in 1902 when he was just 17 years old. Amy was also involved in Pen Argyl sports for many years and was a borough councilman.
Amy knew about Koehler and that he lived nearby. He successfully recruited him to play second base for the Pen Argyl A.A. where Shultz played briefly as a catcher. Koehler, however, wanted more than a career with a community baseball team. And why not? He was a star Penn State was also an excellent basketball player.
A year later in 1925, Koehler went to Florida for a tryout with the New York Giants managed by John McGraw. McGraw arranged a game with Koehler and some other young players and put him in right field because, he said, there was less chance of a ball hitting him in the head. Koehler, not only avoided any errors or blows to the head, but also made several great catches in the outfield and had a double and a triple in three trips to plate.
The Giants signed Koehler and brought him to major leagues later in 1925 as a defensive replacement and pinch runner. He appeared in 12 games, scored one run and was 0-2 at the plate. He was later sent to Toledo in AAA where he played for Casey Stengel. During 11 years with Toledo he batted .275.
When he wasn’t playing baseball, he played professional basketball with the Fort Wayne Chiefs of the American Basketball League, a forerunner of the NBA. In 1927-28 season he averaged 3.2 points per game, low by today’s standards, but Joe Lapchick only led the league with an 8.4 average.
Koehler later coached in ABL for two seasons. His career record was 26-8, winning the championship one year and losing in the finals the next.

Bangor Area High School Band's Bandorama Concert

The Bangor Area High School Band's Bandorama concert will held 8pm October 24 in the M. Craig Paine Performing Arts Theater
Come Show Your Slater Pride Hear Field Show and Stand Music. Admission is Adults $3., Seniors and Students $2. Gold Cards and Booster Members FREE

Rivalry Game Facts & Info
(Must Read If You Will Be Attending The Game)

A four-page sheet including parking, ticket info, shuttles, tailgating, security, venue map and more CLICK HERE

Attention Pen Argyl Fans...........

You are invited you to join Pen Argyl Cheerleaders, Band and Football Team at Look-Out Fire Company this Friday night at 7pm for the Community Pep-Rally & Bonfire. They will excite the crowd with entertainment, skits and speeches from our Head Coach, Captains & Former Alumni.
Please be aware that Weona Park is currently under construction and limited parking is available onsite. Bus Shuttles will be available from PAHS to the Pep-Rally & Bonfire and will run from 6:15-8:15pm.
More information to follow.

Rivalry Game Tickets On Sale
Public reserved bleacher tickets are now on sale. No season passes, Colonial League passes, or gold cards (senior citizens) will be accepted. Tickets are $10.00. Game day general admission tickets cost $10.00. Order at slatebeltrivalry.com

The Bangor Girls Field Hockey Team played East Stroudsburg North in a semi final round of the District XI 2A tournament at Nazareth Wednesday night. See more photos and video HERE Sbtt Photo Larry Cory

Help Our Local Veterans

Clothing drive for VETS. New and Gently used clean-clothes, jackets, hats, scarves, pants, shirts are welcome.
Drop off locations:

Portland Borough Hall
Refiners Fire Ministry, Division St. Portland
Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce, 187 Blue Valley Dr, Bangor
Slate Belt Y, Pen Argyl
Waste Management, Pen Argyl
Hope UCC Church, Wind Gap
Blue Valley Farm Show, Bangor
Randy’s Automotive, 1065 W Pennsylvania Ave Pen Argyl
Sponsored by Slate Belt Council of Governments, Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce
Slate Belt Y, Valor, Yvonne Gumaer
Waste Management & area churches

For more details contact Mayor Lance at 570-856-7368

Community Baseball Added
Fuel to the Slate Belt Rivalry
by Larry Cory

A baseball rivalry between the community baseball teams of Bangor and Pen Argyl had much to do with perpetuating the high school football rivalry and its 100th game celebration Saturday.
Baseball had become very popular in the 1880s and in the Slate Belt as well (football followed shortly thereafter). Sometime during that era the first pitch initiated a 130-year or more community and school sports rivalry. The first signs of a contentious relationship didn’t take long to develop and was recorded in an old copy of the Morning Call.
In an 1897 baseball game played at Bangor, Pen Argyl fans were charged 15 cents admission to the game while Bangor fans were obliged to only pay a dime. Although nothing was written about the outcome, needless to say, there were some unhappy, and perhaps, some belligerent folks. By the way, Pen Argyl fans will pay the same as Bangor in Saturday morning’s 100th rivalry football game.
In 1908, there was brief mention in the old Bangor Daily News of a damaged trolley car returning from a baseball game in Pen Argyl.
Reports of vehement disagreement on the rules also seemed to be an issue. Rules for playing in Pen Argyl were not always the same as Bangor.
In 1924, there was a report of the “ the ending of the baseball wars in the “Slate region.” It seems that the games in 1922 had become too hostile causing the teams to cancel plans for games in 1923.
The 1924 baseball season, however, featured the “Little World Series” in the Slate Belt. Bangor won the six-game match-up 4-2 in an apparent “civil” display of sportsmanship.
The final two games of the series were played as a featured event during Pen Argyl’s Labor Day celebration at Weona Park. Bangor won the first game, clinching the Little World Series with a 9-7 win as Bangor hammered out 18 hits in the nine-inning game. Pen Argyl won the second game 7-0 on a shutout by pitcher “Beezer” Stauffer.
The games were witnessed by Pennsylvania Governor Gifford Pinchot who was invited to Pen Argyl for the Labor Day festivities. Pinchot also gave a long speech on Labor day while his wife was entertained by the local Women’s Club. This was followed by a “street” parade, baby parade and fireworks, valued at “$3,000 on Labor Day night.

Special Events Happening Soon......

Regular Slate Belt Events This Week.......

Thursday October 24
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm
Bangor Public Library - Open 10-8
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Story Time - Preschool children. Blue Mt. Community Library, Pen Argyl, 10:30am
Roseto Zoning Board - Borough Hall TBA
Slate Belt Rotary - Scorecard, Wind Gap, 6-7pm
Plainfield Township Supervisors - Meets 7:00pm Municipal Building
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm
Bangor Borough Authority - Bangor Authority Bldg, 7:00pm

Friday October 25
Bingo - Wind Gap Fire Co., 6:45.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12
Bangor Public Library - Open 1-5
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm

Saturday October 26
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12
Bangor Public Library - Open 10-4.
Bangor Yard Waste - Dump in container at Bangor Park, 8-12.
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 8-4
Slate Belt Heritage Center - Open 12-3

Sunday October 27
Fellowship Dinner - First UMC Bangor, 12:30-1:30.
Slate Belt Heritage Center - Open 12-3.
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 10-2

Monday October 28
Bingo - Kunkletown Fire Co. Progressive Jackpot. 7pm
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm
Bangor Public Library - Open 1-8
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Bangor School Board Business Meeting - Slater Conference Room , 7:30.
Bangor Borough Council - Workshop, Bee Hive, 7:00pm
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm

Tuesday October 29
Bingo - Portland Fire Co., 7pm.
Blue Mountain Library - Open 10-12 & 6-8pm
Bangor Public Library - Open 10-8
Slate Belt Senior Center - Open 8-4. Blue Valley Farm Show
Preschool Story Time - Bangor Public Library, 10-11am.
Mission of Love Food Pantry & Clothes Closet - N. Main St., Bangor, 10-2.
Slate Belt YMCA - Open 5:00am - 9:00pm

Full Calendar

Public Service Announcements

Art Workshop for Teens
(Every Tues & Thurs Nov. 5 - Dec 12)

A five week art workshop for teens will be held at Jacobsburg Environmental Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30pm to 8:30pm, November 5 to December 12. Learn from a professional artist who will teach unique painting and drawing processes! The students in the workshop will create a group installation piece inspired by nature and ecological issues for display at Jacobsburg's visitor center. Participants will also take part in environmental science lessons designed to inform and inspire the artwork. Artist in residence Melissa Perhamus will be leading the workshop along with center educators. Examples of her work can be viewed at her website listed below. This workshop is for teens ages 13-18 and attendance is required at all 10 sessions. The workshop is free. Registration is required.
The workshop will start November 5 and continue each Tuesday and Thursday evening until December 12, excluding the week of Thanksgiving.
For more information contact Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center at (610) 746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.

Mindfulness Classes at A Clean Slate
(October 22 - December 10 5:30-6:30)

Mindfulness classes begins this month and is here to promote healthy living from all kinds of health struggles. Mindfulness is used by all populations for being in the present moment in a non-judgmental way so that you can relieve stress, use healthy thinking instead of wrong thinking patterns, and a whole host of healthy skills are learned. 8 Classes: Dates · Oct 22 - Dec 10 5:30-6:30pm.
Join today! 610-452-9348

"Sock"tober Fest
"Sock"tober Fest is here and the United Methodist Women of the East Bangor Community Church is asking for donations of warm socks for men, women and children. The collection will be donated to an agency that works with the homeless and other needy persons. For more info., call 610-588-4453 or visit ebumc.org. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA

Struggling With Substances?
People struggling with substances can now walk in for drug and alcohol assessments at the Clean Slate Bangor, 100 South First Street St, Bangor 610-452-9348 Mondays from 10am - 12pm Many times this is the first step toward treatment and a new life.

Gearing Up For Kindergarten
The Bangor Area School District will be offering the fall Gearing Up for Kindergarten program beginning this October. The program will be held at the Five Points Elementary School on Wednesday’s beginning on October 2 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.

Absentee Ballots Online
Starting with this year’s General Election, voters who need to vote by absentee ballot may apply for the ballot online.
The mobile-friendly, online application site, is available at votesPA.com/ApplyAbsentee.
When an applicant completes the online form, the information is forwarded directly to the appropriate county elections office for processing. The applicant will then be provided with a ballot that must be completed and either mailed or hand-delivered to the appropriate county election office by the deadline, which is 5 p.m. on the Friday before the election, or Nov. 1 this year.
  For more information, click here.

BYM Meals at First UMC Wind Gap
Come for 100's of pizza crusts, along with peppers, Kind Bars, popcorn, and wheat crackers for the the community. Just come out to any BYM meal on Thursday nights 6-8 pm or even pick up some pantry items after worship on any Sunday 10AM..... First UMC 19 W. West St Wind Gap Pastor John Vidal.....570 426-0645.

Trailblazers at Jacobsburg
Trailblazers at Jacobsburg meet 4:00pm every Thursday through October 24 at Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center. Find a love of nature and outdoors through hiking. This supportive group will inspire you to be your best. All fitness levels are welcome and no one will be left behind. Meet in the parking lot, learn the route, and pair up with some fellow outdoor enthusiast to enjoy the wonderful trails. This event is free and open to the community.

BHS'67 Mini reunion
It's their 70th birthday year and to celebrate, they are planning an informal reunion, to be held on Saturday November 9 at 1 PM at The Broadway Pub, in the Colonial Hotel at 62 Broadway, Bangor. They will order lunch from the menu. There will be no formal invitations mailed so please let your classmates know, of this event. Spouses or other guests are welcome to come. Please RSVP to 610 863 0816 before October 25.

Quilt Guild Accepting New Members
Are you interested in learning more about quilting or joining monthly with others who have a common interest in quilting? If yes, consider membership in the Heart In Hand Quilt Guild.
Monthly meetings, programs and workshops help members to learn new skills, encourage each other, and meet with others interested in quilting. Members also make community service items for mastectomy patients at local hospitals.
The Guild meets monthly at the Hope United Church of Christ, Wind Gap the second Thursday evening of each month from 7-8:30 PM. Our central location works well for members from the Slatebelt, Pocono’s, and Lehigh Valley areas. Membership is open to anyone over the age of 18. The program year starts in September and ends in August. Enrollment is currently open for new members. Annual dues costs $35. If interested, send check payable to HIH, to Kathy Romano, 1478 Heimer Rd, Pen Argyl, Pa 18072. Questions: call Kathie at 610-863-6049.

Help Track Bald Eagle Population

The Pennsylvania Game Commission is asking for the public’s help to track the state’s growing bald eagle population. After reaching a low of just three nesting bald eagle pairs in the Commonwealth in the early 1980s, officials now estimate there are more than 300 nesting pairs here.
While bald eagles are no longer listed as a threatened species in Pennsylvania, they are still protected by the U.S. Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, which prohibits taking of the birds, nests or eggs. If you spot a bald eagle nest, please use proper etiquette to avoid disturbing the birds.
To review bald eagle nest guidelines, or to report your nest sighting to the game commission, click here. 

Donations for St. John's Cemetery
Donations for St. John's Cemetery in Bangor are being accepted for maintenance. You can mail them to St. John's Cemetery c/o Carol Hummel, 136 Messinger Street, Bangor, Pa 18013.

What's Available at Jacobsburg?
You can borrow fishing rods and tackle or Discover Adventure Backpacks Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 2:30pm at the Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth. To borrow equipment, you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. Persons age 16 and older must possess a current fishing license to fish. Adults can help children under 16 fish without a license. Bait is not provided.
The Backpacks are best for young children. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.
You can view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.

Property Tax/Rent Rebate program
Older adults and Pennsylvanians with disabilities have until December 31 to apply for the state’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate program. The original deadline was June 30.
The program benefits people age 65 or older, widows and widowers age 50 or older, and the disabled 18 or older. The income limit is $35,000 a year for homeowners and $15,000 for renters, and half of Social Security income excluded. The maximum standard rebate is $650. Supplemental rebates for certain qualifying homeowners boosts rebates to $975.
After June 30, rebates will be distributed as claims are received and processed. Applications typically take 6-8 weeks to process.
Eligibility information and forms are available www.rephahn.com, or by contacting her office at 610-746-2100. Eligibility information and forms are also available at www.repemrick.com or by contacting his Slate Belt office at 610-588-8011 or Nazareth office at 610-746-5090. Assistance in filling out the applications is available free of charge.

"Weona 100" Requests
Pen Argyl Borough requests volunteers, personal stories from Community for “Weona 100.” A joint committee of borough officials and residents are planning a weekend of “Weona 100” festivities and activities on June 19-20, 2020. For more information about the Weona Park 100th Anniversary plans, contact Roberta Cowley at 484-695-2994 or email Weona100@gmail.com.

Heritage Center Monthly Schedule
November 10 2PM: “Bangor-Pen Argyl 100th Game” by Walter Cole; December 8, 2PM: “The Great Slate Belt Trivia Contest” hosted by Emcee Marc Blau.
2020: January 12, 2 PM: “History of the Mummers” by Melissa Hough.; February 9, 2PM: “Sheep to Shawl” by Hope Horn.; March 8th @ 2:00 PM: “Leopold Conservation Farming Award” by Richard DiFebo; April 9, 7 PM: Book Reveal, May 14, 7PM;

ONLINE CROSSWORD

FREE SUNDAY DINNERS

1st Sunday of Every Month
East Bangor United Methodist Church, Central Ave., East Bangor
4 - 6 pm 610-588-4453
2nd Sunday of Every Month
Crossroad Baptist, S. 2nd St., Bangor
4 - 5:30 pm 610-588-3966
3rd Sunday of Every Month
Ackermanville United Methodist, 1410 Ackeranville Rd.
4 - 5:30 pm 610-588-7818
4th Sunday of Every Month
First United Methodist, 3rd St., Bangor
12:30 pm - ?? 610-588-4673
Last Saturday of Every Month - Hospitality Luncheon
First United Presbyterian Church, 218 W. Penna. Ave., Pen Argyl
11:30 - 1:30 pm 610-863-4447
If you have any questions, please call the respective churches.

SUNDAY CHURCH SCHEDULE

Ackermanville United Methodist Church Sunday School - 9:00 am Worship - 10:00 am

Bangor Church of The Nazarene Sunday School - 9:30am Worship -10:40 am

Belfast Bible Sunday School (all ages) 9:30 am, Worship 10:45 am, Evening Service 7:00 pm.

Belfast Wesley United Methodist Church Children’s & Adult Sunday School 9:15 am Worship 10:00 am

Bethel Bible Church of Mt. Zion Sunday School - 9:00 am Worship - 10:00 am.

Christ Evangelical Lutheran Sunday School - 9:00 am Worship - 10:00 am - Holy Communion (Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

Community Presbyterian Sunday School - 9:15 am Worship service - 10:30 am (Communion 1st Sunday)

Cross Road Baptist Church Sunday School (all ages) - 9:30 am Worship - 10:45 am Prayer Service - 7:00 pm

East Bangor United Methodist Sunday, September 29 Worship Service with Children's Church - 9:15 am

Faith Alive Community Church Prayer - 9:30 am Worship - 10:00 am

Faith United Presbyterian Church School & Worship - 10:00 am Session - 11:00 am

First United Evangelical Sunday School - 9:30 am Worship - 10:30 am

First United Methodist Church of Bangor Worship - 11:00 am

Flickville UCC Sunday School - 9:30am Worship - 10:45 am

Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran Church Worship Service - 9:00 am. Adult Bible Study & Sunday School Following Worship.

Grace Evangelical Lutheran Service of the Word Church Music - 9:00 am Holy Communion

Grace United Methodist Contemporary Worship - 8:30 am

Hope UCC Worship - 9:30 am - June 3 through August (Communion 1st Sunday)

Hopesprings Community of Faith Coffee - 9:45 am Service - 10:00 am

House On The Rock Worship - 10:00 am

Mount Bethel Church Worship Services - 10:00 am

Mount Eaton Church Traditional Worship - 8:00 am Sunday School - 9:30 am Contemporary Worship - 10:30 am

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Sunday Mass - 8:30 AM

Portland Baptist Church Sunday School - 9:00 am Fellowship - 10:00 am Worship - 10:30 am

Presbyterian Parish of Bangor-Roseto Worship 10:30 am

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Sunday School - 8:30 am Worship/Communion - 9:45 am

Richmond United Methodist Church Worship and Sunday School - 10:00 am

The Roseto Independent Worship 9:30 am

Slate Belt Church Worship - 10:30 am

St. John Evangelical Lutheran Worship - 10:00 am

St. Joeseph's Episcopal Eucharist - 11:00 am Coffee Hour Follows Church

St. Luke’s U.C.C. Belfast Worship 10:00 am (Communion 1st Sunday)

St. Mary's Episcopal Eucharist and Sunday School - 9:00 am Coffee hour follows service.

St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Worship - 8:00am - 10:15 Sunday School -9:00am

St. Vincent dePaul Sunday Mass - 10:30 AM

The Pentecostal Christian Church of the Truth Sunday School (Escuela Dominical) 12 noon Praise & Worship (Cuho Evanglistico) 1:00 pm

Trinity Lutheran Church Sunday School 9:00 am Worship/Holy Communion 10:15 am

Trinity United Church of Christ Adult Sunday School - 9 am Worship - 10:30 am

Zion Presbyterian Church Worship & Church School - 9:30 am

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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New Main Street Market
Like a Breath of Fresh Air
........Plans Include Delivery Service.......

by Larry Cory
The re-opening of Main Street Market in Bangor is refreshing news since people, unfortunately, have become accustomed to seeing “going out of business” signs in many communities, including downtown Bangor.
When the Bank of America closed in Bangor two years ago, that was a shocker. What began as the First National Bank many years ago was now gone, making one wonder who’s next.
When news of the Main Street Market closing hit social media and elsewhere, it was as though Bangor had been dealt, not just another shocking setback, but one that hits where it really hurts.
Unless you have been squirreled away in a quarry hole for the past few years, you know that Main Street Market is not just another grocery store, it is THE grocery store for many residents in the Bangor area. Thus, local officials worked quickly with Lanta Bus to transport area residents to nearby stores. After all, food is a commodity that one needs everyday.
But just as quickly as Lanta came to the rescue, Nicole and Duane Smith, former managers of the Portland Market, stepped up to reopen the Market in Bangor.
“It was really by chance,” Nicole said. “We wanted to go back in business years ago, so I said to my husband, it might be a long-shot so why don’t we try to get in there.”
The Smiths ran the Portland Market in the early 2000s, but were forced to close after three floods made it impossible to continue. Currently, they are working toward reopening the Main Street store with a refurbished parking lot that has been milled and paved and a roof that has also been repaired.
Once open, they’re planning a delivery service which is a huge plus for their neighbors in the area.
Inside, “they’re going to see a nice, clean store,” Duane said. They also hope to continue to sell meat from local farms and they plan to have a butcher on hand “seven days a week.” Their tentative hours are 8-9 weekdays, 8-8 Saturdays and 8-6 on Sundays.
“The only day we will probably close is Christmas Day,” Duane said. They are also planning a soft opening for November 1 “if everything goes well.”
After meeting with the Smiths, it’s obvious that they are committed to providing quality and friendly service to the area. It will be like a breath of fresh air when shoppers open their doors for the first time and are greeted by the friendly faces of long-time store employees.

2019 Business Person of the Year
Carl Tolino of Tolino Vineyard
Carl and his four children have done an outstanding job in business and service. Since 2013, Carl and his four children, Mandy, Carl, Liz & Mark have grown a breathtaking vineyard with excellent wine, opened in Stroudsburg and Easton Public Market as well as hold Friday night community events on the property and even fundraising events. Carl also has Tolino Fuel Service which employs over 65 local full and part time positions and is dedicated to the local community.
2019 Volunteer of the Year
Melissa Hough Slate Belt Heritage Center
Melissa has been a driving force behind preserving a historical legacy for the residents of the entire Slate Belt. As President of the Slate Belt Heritage Center she works countless hours obtaining grants, cataloging relics and mementos, setting up displays, speaking at numerous clubs, attending workshops and regional meetings in an effort to enhance the historical aspect of the Slate Belt. Melissa assisted the Borough of Bangor in acquiring “Historical Status” and also assisted in developing a “Walking Historical” venue.
Members, family, friends and the community are welcome to help honor Carl and Melissa on November 7 at the Broadway Pub, 62 Broadway, Bangor PA.
Reservations and payments will be accepted by going to www.slatebeltchamber.org or mailing to SBCC 187 Blue Valley Dr., Bangor PA 18013. Deadline in November 1.

Medicare open enrollment period

The state Department of Aging is reminding beneficiaries of the Medicare open enrollment period is open and continuing through Saturday, Dec. 7. During this time, you may make changes to your current Medicare coverage, as well as join, switch or drop Medicare Advantage or Prescription Drug Coverage plans.
Pennsylvania offers a free health insurance counseling program, APPRISE, through the local Area Agency on Aging. APPRISE counselors are specially trained staff and volunteers who can provide objective, easy-to-understand information at no cost to you. They can help you understand Medicare eligibility, enrollment, financial assistance programs and coverage options, among other Medicare-related topics.
Additionally, Rep. Emrick is pleased to announce that Medicare/Medicaid Assistance will be offered at his Slate Belt Office on Tuesdays from 1-3pm beginning Oct. 15 through Dec. 3.
For more information, contact the local Area Agency on Aging or call the toll-free APPRISE Helpline at 1-800-783-7067, which is available Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information is also available here.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

With approximately 95,000 victims seeking services through the Commonwealth’s domestic violence programs each year, the state House unanimously approved House Resolution 467 designating October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Pennsylvania.
Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior used to establish power and control over an intimate partner, causing both physical and emotional harm. Victims may be subjected to abuse, harassment, threats, vandalism, trespassing, burglary, theft and stalking.
As one of the most chronically underreported crimes, domestic violence affects men and women in all racial, ethnic, religious, educational, social and economic backgrounds. More information about domestic violence and services available to help victims is available here

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October 25

RadioOne/Bangor Trust Brewing Rocks Century Celebration

Hosted by RadioOne and Bangor Trust Brewing Friday, October 25, 2019 at 7 PM – 10 PM Join us for a 100th year pep rally of epic proportions with Radio One and Bangor Trust Brewery the night before the 100th Anniversary football game between Bangor and Pen Argyl at 50 Broadway, Bangor.

Kid's Night Out at Bloom

Join Bloom on Friday, October 25th from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm for KID’S NIGHT OUT - a PAINT NIGHT for KIDS. Kids can enjoy art themed activities, which include completed project while parents enjoy 2.5 hours any way they want! Leave your kids in trusted care and take advantage of some time to run errands, relax or have a kid free meal!
There are several restaurants within walking distance from the studio. This is for ages 5 and up. Kids may bring a snack to have while they’re here. The cost is $30, register online now to save your spot! REGISTER HERE

October 26

Halloween Costume Party

Roseto Legion will host a Halloween Costume Party with DJ Al Ivins playing the tunes on Friday, October 25 from 8 to 11 pm. Covered dishes will be welcomed.

Quiet Valley Spooky Days on the Farm

Stroudsburg (PA) – At Spooky Days on the Farm, on Friday October 25 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Saturday October 26 from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Sunday October 27 from 1:00 to 5:00, take a tour of our historic farm and enjoy a look at the stranger side of Quiet Valley. During the daytime it will be more family focused with some not so spooky ghost stories, Halloween songs and dances, and take a horse-drawn wagon ride (weather permitting). There will be a children’s craft area and some light refreshments available for purchase.
After dark things will get spookier as guests can visit the Witch on the Bridge, if they dare! Help solve a “murder” that took place on the farm in the 1800s. This is a true who-dun-it, playing detective type of activity! Visit the murder scene, meet with possible suspects, pay close attention for clues and name the evildoer if you can!
Spooky Days on the Farm will take place rain or shine; Schedule subject to change; Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children (3-12). All money raised is used to support the mission of our non-profit historic farm museum and its educational programs.
For more information visit www.quietvalley.org or call 570-992-6161.

Halloween Costume Party

A Halloween Costume Party is planned for Saturday, October 26 at 7 PM hosted by Bangor Elks #1106 120 Broadway, Bangor. Rackhouse Band will be playing starting at 7:00pm Costume is Not Required, but Rackhouse is sponsoring a $100 Cash Prize for Best Costume. Door Prizes. Food Menu available starting at 5:00.

October 26-27

Market Faire & Rendezvous

The Market Faire & Rendezvous will be held October 25-27, 2019 at the Boulton Historic Site and Jacobsburg Historical Society 402-403 Henry Rd, Nazareth. The Rendezvous Encampment will be open to the public Saturday, 10:00am to 4:00pm AND Sunday, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Eighteenth and Nineteenth Century Rendezvous Encampment, Fur Trade Era time period; Friday, Oct. 25 - Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019. Events include; woods walk, black powder novelty shoot, primitive archery, knife & hawk throw, and Sunday muzzleloader shotgun competition. Saturday night camp feast and pumpkin carving contest. Blanket traders welcome in the encampment, no fees, prizes welcome.
Food vendor on site during public hours on Saturday and Sunday. Market Faire sutlers of 18th & 19th century wares, clothing, redware, historical artwork, and accouterments will be setup along side the encampment.

October 26

Car-Truck -Tractor Show

A Car-Truck -Tractor Show hosted by Lower Mt Bethel Sandt's Eddy Fire Company will be held Saturday, October 26, from 9 AM – 3 PM on the Martins Creek Belvidere Hwy, Bangor.

Bach Choir Concert:

The Bach Choir of Bethlehem welcomes Canada’s Theatre of Early Music as their Gala artist to present the American premiere of the Coronation of King George II on Saturday, October 26 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Allentown.
The ensemble is led by Danny Taylor, frequent Bach soloist and a much in-demand countertenor. In creating the coronation, Taylor and his musicians deliver orchestral and choral excellence that includes Renaissance to Baroque to present-day compositions.

October 27

Praise In The Park!

Live music & worship with the Powerhouse Praise Band will be held at Wind Gap Park- 54 E. 4th St., Wind Gap, Sunday, Oct. 27 At 3 pm
There will be a prayer tent, hot beverages and water..

Gap Con Returns to Mt. Bethel

Gap Con returns to Mount Bethel,with a Halloween festival. Sunday, October 27 at the Upper Mount Bethel Fire Hall. Featuring vendors, artists, writers, costume groups, crafts. Special guest actress/director Genoveva Rossi. Wear your costume. There will be a cosplay contest with prizes for all ages.
Show hours are 10:00am to 4:00 pm. The hall is at 2341 North Delaware Drive, Mount Bethel, PA 18343. Admission is $4.00 for adults. Children under 12 are admitted free.
More info, http://www.jerseyshorecomicbookshow.com or 609-242-7756

October 31

Bangor GFWC Card Party

Bangor Womens Club GFWC Card Party will be held beginning at 11:30 am Thursday Oct 31 at Prince of Peace Church, Johnsonville, PA Ticket $10 per person.
Event will provide a soup and sandwich lunch with homemade cake. Afternoon snacks, table prizes and door prizes. Contact Heidi Bates at 610-599-8815 for full information and reservations.

November 2

Blue and White Harvest Auction

The Blue and White Harvest Auction Saturday November 2 at Plainfield Fire Co. New design, same great fundraiser! All proceeds benefit the students of Immaculate Conception School!
This is an Adult only affair - BYOB - must be 21. Ticket includes: d’oeuvres dinner & dessert. There will be a live and silent auction, wine pull, 50-50, and tricky tray.
Tickets go on sale in August. Look for more information.

November 5

Art Workshop for Teens
(Tues & Thurs Nov. 5 - Dec 12)

November 6

Bangor Ski Club Sign-ups

The Bangor area school district for hold ski and snowboard club sign-ups on Wednesday, November 6 and Thursday, November 7 for students in 5th through 12th grade. Sign-ups will be held at middle school Auditorium at 7 PM. This is the only time for students to sign up for the club. A parent and child must attend one of these meeting nights in order to participate in the club.
Can’t make it? Contact one of the advisers before the meeting date, not after. On-line payments must be completed on time, no exceptions.
Questions regarding the club can be directed to Ms Diane Lobb at the high school at 610-599-7011 or lobbd@bangorsd.org.

Joy to the World Bus Trip

Slate Belt Young at Heart Club will sponsor a trip to the American Music Theatre to see "Joy to the World" on Wednesday, November 6th. Call Mary Lou DeRea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630.

Allergy Reports...... Mold Spores - High

Bangor Area High School Band's Bandorama Concert

Rivalry Game Facts & Info (Must Read If You Will Be Attending The Game)

Attention Pen Argyl Fans...........

Help Our Local Veterans

Community Baseball AddedFuel to the Slate Belt Rivalryby Larry Cory

Art Workshop for Teens(Every Tues & Thurs Nov. 5 - Dec 12)

Mindfulness Classes at A Clean Slate(October 22 - December 10 5:30-6:30)

Help Track Bald Eagle Population

New Main Street Market Like a Breath of Fresh Air........Plans Include Delivery Service.......

Medicare open enrollment period

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

RadioOne/Bangor Trust Brewing Rocks Century Celebration

Kid's Night Out at Bloom

Halloween Costume Party

Quiet Valley Spooky Days on the Farm

Halloween Costume Party

Market Faire & Rendezvous​

Car-Truck -Tractor Show

Bach Choir Concert:​

Praise In The Park!

Gap Con Returns to Mt. Bethel

Bangor GFWC Card Party

Blue and White Harvest Auction​

Art Workshop for Teens(Tues & Thurs Nov. 5 - Dec 12)

Bangor Ski Club Sign-ups

Joy to the World Bus Trip

Allergy Reports......
Mold Spores - High

Rivalry Game Facts & Info
(Must Read If You Will Be Attending The Game)

Community Baseball Added
Fuel to the Slate Belt Rivalry
by Larry Cory

Art Workshop for Teens
(Every Tues & Thurs Nov. 5 - Dec 12)

Mindfulness Classes at A Clean Slate
(October 22 - December 10 5:30-6:30)

New Main Street Market
Like a Breath of Fresh Air
........Plans Include Delivery Service.......

Market Faire & Rendezvous

Bach Choir Concert:

Blue and White Harvest Auction

Art Workshop for Teens
(Tues & Thurs Nov. 5 - Dec 12)