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Veteran’s Nonprofit Kicks Off “Christmas in July”
BEDMINSTER, NJ – To celebrate our noble veterans this summer, Stacia McDonough, and her award-winning 501c-3 nonprofit, “Independence For Veterans,” has kicked off their very first, “Christmas in July,” collection. The drive is to benefit the formerly homeless and disabled veterans currently residing at the transitional housing facilities in New Jersey. Items being collected are toiletries (shampoo, body wash, baby wipes, razors, deodorant, sunblock, lip balm, etc.), brand new underwear, undershirts, socks, summer clothing, (All men’s sizes: M-3XL), basketball shorts, wallets, and blankets. In addition, gift cards from Visa, Amazon, grocery stores, Wal-Mart, Target are a much sought...
Something's funny here: Local comics facing off for first 'Lehigh Valley's Funniest' stand-up contest
EMMAUS, Pa. — Who is the Lehigh Valley's No. 1 comic?. The Emmaus Theatre is on a quest to find that out. The first of the new "Lehigh Valley Funniest" competition — which the theater said will be annual — is in the midst of its first round.
PA State Police Car Catches Fire On Route 80
The blaze happened on Route 80 near mile marker 272.1, said White Haven Fire Company. Troopers brought the flames under control by the time firefighters arrived, and a hose was used to soak down the engine compartment, authorities said. No one was injured, the fire company added. Daily Voice has...
Camp sight in Luzerne County fosters growth
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — On Thursday, kids got their hands dirty as they learned about what helps each plant grow and thrive at Evergreen, a plant shop in downtown Wilkes-Barre. The plants are not the only things growing here. So are the horizons of children at Camp Sight, a...
Caribbean and Latin American Performers “feel seen” at Dorney Park’s Summer Nights celebration
The event resumes on Friday night and runs through August 18th. (ALLENTOWN, PA) July 17, 2024 – Preparations are underway for week two of Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom’s Summer Nights celebration and already the event has the community talking. Allentown native and performer Josie LaTorres says that...
Swim beach at Blue Marsh Lake closed
Swimmers are being told to stay clear of the water at Dry Brooks Day Use Area at Blue Marsh Lake. According to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, water samples taken Thursday show high levels of E. coli bacteria. The swim beach will remain closed until bacteria levels return to a safe level for public use.
Mount Carmel adds police officer; borough raises part-time rate to $25
MOUNT CARMEL — Mayor Philip Cimino administered the oath of office to Erika Rooney as a full-time police officer at Thursday’s public meeting. On the recommendation of Chief of Police Christopher Buhay, council unanimously hired Rooney. Her son, Jeremy, held the Bible during the swearing-in ceremony.
Carbon opens Lansford wall bids
A crumbling retaining wall that is threatening a home in Lansford may soon be repaired. On Thursday, the Carbon County Commissioners opened bids for the Brimble Wall reconstruction and street improvement project. The county is handling the bids because Lansford is using Community Development Block Grant funds toward the project.
Kutztown Community Partnership serves up Dinner on Main Aug. 2
Kutztown Community Partnership will host its annual Dinner on Main event on Friday, Aug. 2, from 6 to 10 p.m. with a rain date of Aug. 3. “Expect an unforgettable evening as local restaurants take over the 200 block of Main Street to showcase their best small menu offerings while live musical entertainment electrifies the atmosphere,” KCP stated in the release. “This event draws a larger crowd each year, so you won’t want to miss out!”
Slatington class of 1974 reunion
Slatington Class of 1974 celebrated its 50th class reunion June 8 at Blue Mountain’s Slopeside Pub and Grill. Front row, from left, are: Evelyn Kroboth Mackes, Carol DeFrain, Jane Shuey Achey, Kathryn Lakatosh Hauser, Janice Harwi Boos, Peter Reese, Holly Weiss Ritter, Richard Bowman, Sylvia Smale Kratzer, Dawn Gogel Neustader and Susan Trainer. Row 2, Susan Wanamaker, Bonita Shoemaker Parker, Kim Marlatt Burns, Judy Wertman Eckhart, Debra Caton Sweigart, Jan Sauerwine Brumback, Denise Caton Truett, Debra Ringler, Timothy Ringler, Carol Rupert Haydt. Row 3, Larry Loch, Sheila Hughes O’Brien, Karen DeLong Gasker, Terry Hausman, Carl Strohl, Cynthia Harwi Biegly, Tina Wassum Bell, Kathryn Burckhart Ziegenfus, Gail Haas Bankos, Janis Roth Kester, Betty Schuler Oertner, Lori Snyder Chandler, Kathy Kern Kehley, Dawn Bisko Mummey, Kim Peters Horvath, Thomas Steigerwalt. Row 4, David Kunkle, Kennth Luers, Edward Hoyle, Brian Williams, Jeffrey Jones, Carlton Miller, Ricky Blose, Todd Freed, Dennis Green, Joseph Shimko, Karen Williams Roman, Stacey Smith, James Horvath. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO.
What Lehigh Valley Republicans and Democrats are saying after GOP convention, Trump assassination attempt
Lehigh Valley delegates who cast votes for Donald Trump at the Republican National Convention returned Friday describing an enthusiastic, united party rallying around the candidate in the wake of an attempted assassination just last weekend. Bob Smith, an alternate delegate to the convention and former Allentown School Board member who has been to four Republican conventions — where thousands ...
Wilkes-Barre Scranton Elks present grant for veterans' benefit
Wilkes-Barre Scranton Elks Lodge No. 109 recently presented Luke Malonis, Catholic Charities case manager of St. Hedwig's Village, with the National Benevolent and protective Order of the Elks $1,000 Freedom Grant and a $200 donation by Lodge 109. Also, 12 $100 Gerrity's grocery gift cards were purchased for the 12 veterans living at St Hedwig's apartments. Veterans living at St Hedwig's qualify by having a disability and a history of experiencing homelessness. There is also a PSHP program by Catholic Charities which spreads out homeless veterans with a disability throughout the area as well. For information the programs, call Malonis a 570-906-0764. Donations of food, clothing, hygiene products can also be accepted. Malonis said that Christmas time is usually a good time when donations or gift cards are received, but it is a struggle for these vets throughout the year and these grocery cards coming in the summer will be a blessing.
Mr. and Mrs. Terrell Engle celebrate golden anniversary
Retired SFC Terrell K. Sr. and Sharlene (Lilly) Engle are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary today. Lifelong residents of Bowmanstown, Terry and Sharlene were married in the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Northampton on July 20, 1974. They are the parents of son, Terrell K. Engle Jr., of Morrisville, NC,...
Lehigh Valley Summer Boys Basketball League playoffs: Parkland has a shot at another championship
Parkland has won three consecutive District 11 6A championships in boys basketball. They’ve also won two of the last three Eastern Pennsylvania Conference titles. But the Trojans are not just winter wunderkinds. They have also been pretty good in the summer. Parkland has won the last two big-school Lehigh...
Neighbors in the news
The Frackville Elks Lodge No. 1533 held its annual Flag Day ceremony on June 9. Lodge Officers were joined by members of the local Boy Scouts of America, Troop No. 745, Ashland in conducting the "History of the Flag" section of the ritual. Community members and Elks members in attendance were treated to food and refreshments following the special ceremony. The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is the only fraternal organization to require a formal observance of Flag Day. According to the Elks.org website, in July of 1908, the Elks Grand Lodge provided for the annual nationwide observance of Flag Day on June 14th each year, making it mandatory for each subordinate Lodge throughout the country. June 14th was officially established as Flag Day by a proclamation by President Woodrow Wilson in 1916. Flag Day was not a national observance until 1949 when President Harry Truman, a member of the Elks, was inspired to sign an act of Congress that dedicated June 14 to the symbol of our country. Pictured, left to right, seated are Brian Kahler, Assistant Scoutmaster, Gabriel Getz, Elliot Getz, Wyatt Bradley, Asst. Senior Patrol Leader, Brendan Fetterolf, Jacob Tice, Assistant Scoutmaster, Jackson Wiest, Alexander Krapf, Senior Patrol Leader, Allen Ahrensfield, Scoutmaster. Left to right, standing: Ronald Bane, P.E.R., Bill Mack, Past State President, Lodge Secretary, Tracey Caudle, Esteemed Lecturing Knight, John Rogers, P.E.R., Exalted Ruler, Marianne Yanchulis, Chaplain, Tracy Dudash, Esteemed Leading Knight, Lance Nelson, P.D.D.G.E.R., P.E.R., Esquire. SUBMITTED PHOTO.
2024 Schuylkill County Fair highlights
The Schuylkill County Fair runs Monday through Saturday at the fairgrounds near Summit Station. Admission is $5 person. Children 10 and under get in free. Free parking. Additional charge for truck/tractor pulls and midway attractions. Monday – Pulling Day (open at 4 p.m.) 4 p.m. Queen/Princess Contest, with crowning...
Barbershop Chorus at Coca-Cola park
The Coalcracker Barbershop Chorus performed the National Anthem at a recent Lehigh Valley IronPigs game at Coca-Cola Park in Allentown. The performance was part of National Barbershop Music Appreciation Day. Shown here from left, are chorus members Rick Clemson, Mike Kitsock, Ron Beltz, Artie DiCassimirro, Al Hoffman, Delroy Steigerwalt, Larry Sabino, Chris Metzger and Blake Tharp. The chorus also recently performed the National Anthem at First Energy Stadium for a Reading Fightin’ Phils game. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO.
Nutrition trivia event at Orwigsburg library
A nutrition trivia program for tweens and teens is scheduled for Aug. 14 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Orwigsburg Area Free Public Library, 216 W. Independence St. The event will be hosted by Diane Kraft, a licensed and registered dietitian, nutritonist and columnist for the Pottsville Republican Herald.
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