|
Pen Argyl
April 13, 2014 11.60 Scale
High 9.7 - 12 Medium High 7.3 -9.6 Medium Low 4.9 - 7.2 Low Medium 2.5 - 4.8 Low 0 - 2.4 Pen Argyl - April, 2014
MTD: 1.01 Normal: 3.95
YTD - 60.50
November 26............................0.25
December 9..............................0.50 December 10............................2.00 December 15............................5.50 December 17............................2.75 December 24............................0.25 December 26............................0.25 January 2.................................6.50 January 10...............................0.50 January 13...............................0.25 January 18...............................2.00 January 21...............................2.25 January 25...............................1.75 February 3...............................6.50 February 5...............................5.50 February 9...............................3.00 February 13...........................13.00 February 15.............................4.00 February 17.............................1.75 February 26.............................1.50 |
Ninth Annual Slate Belt
|
Thorpe Park this week announced it had become the world's first theme park to open its doors - and rides - to dogs. Of course, it was an April Fools' prank - but at least it produced this cute picture.
Bangor's Carson Freeman drives the ball deep during the Slaters' 15-1 loss to the Pirates played on a wind-swept field at Bangor High School Wednesday. (More photos tomorrow) (More photos below) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
These children meet the Easter Bunny at the Score Card in Wind Gap sponsored by the Slate Belt Rotary Saturday morning. (More photos tomorrow) (More photos below) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Bangor's Frank Cutter dives back safely to first base during the Slaters' 15-1 loss to Palisades in a game played at Bangor High School Wednesday. ( More photos tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
These children enjoy some pre-egg hunt activities prior to the egg hunt held at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Bangor Saturday afternoon. (More photos tomorrow) (More photos below) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
This runner barely beats the throw to Bangor's Allison Phillips during the Slaters' 16-8 win over Palisades played Wednesday at Bangor Middle School. (More photos below) (More photos tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
HOME REMODEL ............How color affects your exterior home makeover
How do you know you've chosen the right colors to accent your home's exterior? What colors on windows, doors, trim or shutters can highlight architectural details? Try these tips to help choose an exterior color scheme for your home.
Accent your home's style Consider your home's design. Blend existing features, like the roof, stone or brickwork, into a cohesive look. For modern homes, earthy neutrals complement contrasting sharp lines and the shine of glass and steel. Soft hues, like variations of pastel blue, white, beige or green complement country cottage-styled aesthetics. If you live in an historic home or neighborhood, check with local officials for appropriate colors for your region and your home's architecture. Consider curb appeal When choosing a new exterior color palette, consider how it will look next to neighboring homes, or blend with your homeowner's association guidelines or other local requirements. If most homes in your neighborhood convey a monochromatic look, consider colors that complement it. Add a boldly painted front door or contrasting window or door trim to help your home stand out without sticking out. Check the Pella Pinterest board to see how bold red doors instantly add curb appeal. "Before painting exterior doors, consult a professional and choose a paint or finish with good blocking resistance," says Kathy Krafka Harkema, spokesperson for Pella Windows and Doors. "Choosing a beautiful new factory prefinished window or door saves you time and eliminates the guesswork." Test color on small sample first Sometimes testing the color on your home or its doors can help. If you are torn between options, test paint samples on a small area where colors will converge on your house. If you're thinking about repainting, residing or remodeling your home, it's also a good time to replace windows and doors. Once you've picked the base color for your home, add coordinating or contrasting window and door trim. Pella EnduraClad exterior finishes come in a variety of color options for aluminum-clad wood windows, patio and entry doors. With 27 standard colors and virtually unlimited custom color options, it's easy to find the right color for your home's exterior makeover. Pella can even create a custom color, for a truly unique look for your home's windows and doors. 2014 home exterior color trends range from bold to subdued For design inspiration, consider the latest exterior color trends: 1. Overall exterior colors, including creams, whites, shades of gray and neutral pastels like sky blue, provide a unique but simple style that is reflective of the homeowner's individual tastes. 2. Trim colors are going to be seen on both ends of the spectrum with neutral pastels or bold, dark statement colors. 3. Boldly painted doors in a vibrant blue, deep red or edgy black add instant interest and curb appeal. Choose a color that best represents your individual design personality. Visit Pella Windows and Doors on Houzz for more design inspiration and Pella.com/news to connect with a Pella representative to discuss your home improvement project specifics. The Easter Bunny was all over the Slate Belt Saturday morning. Here he is an egg hunt held at the Score Card in Wind Gap sponsored by the Slate Belt Rotary. (More photos below) (More photos tomorrow) (More photos tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Bangor center fielder Kiley Kuchar is about to throw the ball to the infield during the Slaters' 16-8 win over Palisades played Wednesday at Bangor Middle School. (More photos tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Bangor second baseman Melissa Langdon throws to first base trying for a double play during the Slaters' 16-8 win over Palisades in a game played Wednesday at Bangor Middle School. (More photos tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
With solar installation booming in the U.S., a growing number of consumers are choosing American-made solar panels for their homes.To date, about 13 gigawatts of solar electric capacity have been installed nationwide -- enough to power over 2 million households. Simultaneously, 82 percent of people who responded to a recent solar survey said they support making solar panels on American soil.
"We've all heard about the importance of manufacturing to the American economy," said Robert Fortunato, whose California home hosts 26 solar panels made by SolarWorld in Hillsboro, Ore. "We selected our U.S.-made solar system for its quality, reliability and financial return and because we think it's important to support American workers." Solar installers and electricians offer a range of domestic products. "We made a decision at PetersenDean to only source our solar products from North America. As a result, we're supporting the American economy, supporting American workers and reinvesting those dollars back in America," said Jim Petersen, founder of PetersenDean, a nationwide solar and roofing company. According to industry experts, here are the top reasons that homeowners select solar panels from American manufacturers: Quality and reliability. A residential solar system is, effectively, a power plant installed on a home rooftop, and it's designed to last at least 25 years. Consumers trust American solar manufacturers to stand behind their product guarantees because these companies rank high in measures of quality, responsiveness to warranty claims, accessibility for customer service and compliance with safety requirements. Sustainability. Sustainably minded Americans see little logic in buying a solar system that was made in Asia and shipped via diesel-burning cargo ship halfway around the world. Instead, green buyers select American-made solar panels, produced according to stringent environmental, labor and quality standards, to reduce environmental impact. Energy independence. For the U.S., solar power represents an important tool for achieving energy independence. Just as people believe the nation should not rely on the Middle East for imported oil, many also feel that America should not depend on foreign nations for solar technology and manufacturing. American job creation. The U.S. solar manufacturing industry employs thousands of Americans across the country. Studies show that technology and manufacturing jobs, with comparatively high wages and benefits, are the types of jobs that the U.S. should aspire to create and maintain. To learn more about American-made solar power, visit www.solarworld.com/MadeinUSA. This child finds Easter eggs at the annual Grace United Methodist church egg hunt in Pen Argyl Saturday morning. (More photos tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
A great-great grandmother who is the oldest barmaid in the world will soon celebrate her 100th birthday - but has no plans to retire.
Dolly Saville still works three days a week at The Red Lion Hotel in Wendover, Bucks, where she has been pulling pints for an incredible 74 years since 1940. She started working at the bar when she was just 26 and King George VI was on the throne, Winston Churchill was Prime Minister and Britain was in the grip of World War Two. Over the last seven decades she has served scores of famous faces, including Pierce Brosnan, Ted Heath, Stanley Matthews, Vera Lynn, Margot Fonteyn and Elizabeth Taylor. Until six years ago, she was still working at least six hours a day, six days a week and has only ever had two weeks sick leave. She has now reduced her work to three shifts a week, but still spends hours on her feet clearing tables, polishing glasses and serving customers. Mrs Saville, who has three grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter, reckons she has pulled two million pints in the bar, named Dolly's in her honor. "I love my work and I love the people, it keeps me going and it's better than sitting around," she said. "I never thought I would be here this long, but I've loved every minute of it. My family keeps asking if I want to stop, but I have no plans to retire. "My boss is lovely and if he asked me to work an extra shift I would say yes as he has been so kind to me." This family enjoyed breakfast with the Easter bunny at Rescue Fire Company in Bangor Saturday morning.(More photos tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
|
This boy discovers an egg at the egg hunt held at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Bangor Saturday afternoon. (More photos tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
Alex Farina of Pius X throws the ball to second base during the Royals' 8-5 loss to Pen Argyl Saturday afternoon. (More photos tomorrow) Sbtt Photo Larry Cory
April 13........Safe Haven Easter Bunny Photos With Your Pet Bring your pets and kids for adorable pictures with the Safe Haven Rescue Easter Bunny on Sunday, April 13 from 10-2 at Sit, Stay N Play, 1501 N. 5th Street, Stroudsburg.
The pictures will cost $10, and make wonderful memories and Easter gifts! Safe Haven Pet Rescue is a small group of dedicated volunteers from the West End of the Poconos who save highly adoptable dogs from high kill and overcrowded shelters and find them loving homes. Shelter killing is the number one cause of dog deaths, and Safe Haven has saved over 600 lives so far. Safe Haven Rescue needs Volunteers to help with Adoption Days, fundraising, transporting dogs to vets and groomers, and Fostering homeless dogs until they find their forever homes. If you are an animal lover, we would love to meet you. Help us save homeless dogs! For more information about Safe Haven, and to find a list of dogs available for adoption and Adoption Applications, please visit www.SafeHavenPa.org . Contact Safe Haven at [email protected]. Join Safe Haven Pa on Facebook. Camp Papillon Adoption Day
Don't shop, adopt! Camp Papillon will hold an Meet & Greet/Adoption Day from 11 am to 3 pm on Sunday, April 13 at Tractor Supply, Route 209, Brodheadsville. Come and meet the dogs, cats and critters that Camp Papillon has for adoption!
Why not fill out an online application and get pre-approved in advance? Email [email protected]. Or, if you are not ready to adopt, why not foster? We provide vet care, food, crates and whatever you need. All you supply is the love! Email [email protected] or visit our website www.camppapillon.org or phone (570)420-0450. East Bangor UMCC Holy Week Services
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will celebrate Holy Week starting with Palm Sunday, April 13, at the 9:15 a.m. worship service. There will be a distribution of palms and a presentation by the Sunday School.
On Maundy Thursday, April 17th, at 7:00 p.m. communion will be served. Easter Sunday services on April 20th will start at 9:15 a.m. There will be no Sunday School. For more info. call 610-588-4453 or visit www.ebumc.org. Footprints in the Sand Golf Outing Footprints in the Sand 6th Annual Golf Outing will be held at the
Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort at Shawnee on the Delaware, PA Sunday, April 13, 2014.
The schedule is: 12:00 PM – Golfer Registration; 1:00 PM Shot gun Start; 6:00 PM – Buffet Dinner/Awards The cost is $95.00 per person (Registration/payment received by March 8 and cost will be $90) Join them for dinner only costs $30.00. All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society Golf Cart & Greens Fees Hole in One Contest – Your chance to win a 2014 Jeep Cherokee donated by Dotta Chrysler Jeep, Bangor, PA Contact Donna Kelton for questions/registration at 610-588-7786 or 610-417-5550. Checks should be made payable to Donna Kelton. Mail to: 582 Five Points Richmond Rd., Bangor, PA 18013. Registration deadline is March 29, 2014. Camp Papillon Adoption Day
Don't shop, adopt! Camp Papillon will hold an Meet & Greet/Adoption Day from 11 am to 3 pm on Sunday, April 13 at Tractor Supply, Route 209, Brodheadsville. Come and meet the dogs, cats and critters that Camp Papillon has for adoption!
Why not fill out an online application and get pre-approved in advance? Email [email protected]. Or, if you are not ready to adopt, why not foster? We provide vet care, food, crates and whatever you need. All you supply is the love! Email [email protected] or visit our website www.camppapillon.org or phone (570)420-0450. April 14........Bangor AARP Chapter 4135 Announces Plans
On Monday, March 10, 2014 Bangor AARP Chapter # 4135 met at the Blue Valley Farm Show ( Senior Center ). Marlene Buskirk reported they are in need of yarn for baby caps. Anyone interested in donating yarn, please call 610-588-8597.
It was announced that there are plans for several trips:
The next meeting will be held Monday, April 14, 2014 @ the Blue Valley Farm Show ( Senior Center ) @ 1:30 PM. April 16-17........Presbyterian Church Services The Presbyterian Parish of Bangor Roseto will be holding their Lenten Service on Wednesday, April 16th at 7:30pm at 332 Kennedy Drive Bangor with guest preacher Rev. Dr. Dean Frey. (off 512 behind the Med-9 Building)
The Presbyterian Parish of Bangor Roseto will be holding their annual Maundy Thursday Communion Service Thursday, April 17, 6:00pm to 7:00pm. 332 Kennedy Drive Bangor, (off 512 behind the Med-9 Building) With pastor J. Harry McElroy. April 17........Young at Heart Club Meeting
The Slate Belt Young at Heart Club will be meeting on Thursday, April 17,2014, at 1:00pm. at the St. Elizabeth church hall in Pen Argyl.
Jim Finnegan, a local author, and author of "Colonel Washington and Me" will present the program. Also, mark your calendars, the club will be sponsoring a trip to Washington, DC, on Monday, June 23, 2014. You will be taking a tour of the Capital, the Arlington National Cemetery and the Smithsonian Insitute. The cost is only $95!!This will include the trip, driver's tip, permit, snack, guide and dinner at the Old Country Buffet in Laurel, MD. This trip is open to all ages, including students. For more information, please call Mary Lou DeRea-Lohman at 610-863-4846 or 610-844-4630." April 18........Good Friday Outreach Dinner
Faith Alive Community Church of Wind Gap announces that it will host a special Good Friday outreach dinner on Friday, April 18.
This dinner will consist of spaghetti, (a meatless sauce will be available for those observing Lent), as well as salad and desserts. Along with the dinner there will be a special video presentation entitled "The Cross," featuring the Rev. Billy Graham. The dinner will begin at 6:30pm, with the presentation scheduled to begin around 7. There will also be a special presentation for children 12 and under. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Faith Alive Community Church at 610-863-6911, or via their web site at faccpa.org. The Church is located at 10 E. Mechanic St. in Wind Gap (Lehigh and Mechanic, the old Trinity Lutheran Church). April 19........Portland Baptist Church
|
Fourth Annual 912 Scholarship
The family and friends of Mr. Denny Strouse are offering a $1000 scholarship in loving memory of Denny. The 4th Annual “912” Scholarship is for a graduating Bangor HS senior who plans on attending a technical school or college.
The scholarship is awarded to a well rounded student with interests in academics, outdoor sporting activities such as hunting, fishing, hiking and an enthusiasm for the outdoors. The student must possess a giving spirit exemplified through community service and love for family and friends. The application process is being facilitated by Slater Family Network. Applications are in the HS Guidance office, Slater Family Network office or on the school district website front page under 2014 Scholarships or under Slater Family Network. Applications are due in the SFN office by Friday, May 2. If you have any questions please call the office at 610-599-7019. Registration Now Open for
|