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Huge Pig In Late Hoarder's Basement
Police arrived at the home Friday morning after receiving an anonymous tip that a pig inside the dwelling was being fed human remains.
Officers discovered a pig was trapped in the basement of the house, which was accessible only by ladder.
"No pun intended but it looks like a pigsty," Assistant Police Chief Steve Dolunt told WXYZ. "There's two feet of feces down there."
Animal rescue workers built a ramp for the animal and, with some difficulty, were eventually able to get the pig out of the basement.
Police say cadaver dogs were unable to find evidence of human remains.
Neighbors say the homeowner was Gary Roquemore, who owned multiple houses on the block and was found dead in a nearby residence earlier in the week. Police did not identify Roquemore but said the pig's owner died of natural causes on Tuesday.
"There is a stench emanating from all three homes," Dolunt said. "It looks like at this time, preliminarily, this is a hoarder, so we can't tell what we have in all three homes."
The pig was originally slated to go to a farm in Canton, Michigan but was deemed too large. Animal rescue group Devoted Barn reportedly adopted the animal.
Family Fishing Program at Jacobsburg
Do you have what it takes to be a S.M.A.R.T. angler? This introductory program includes interactive discussions and hands-on fishing instruction and is geared toward ages 8 to 80. You'll learn basic fishing skills including casting, baiting a hook, knot tying and how to take a fish off of a hook. You're welcome to bring your own poles, but equipment and bait will be provided.
Fishing licenses are not required for the duration of the program. This program is sponsored by Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center and the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission. Register by visiting events.dcnr.pa.gov.
Marine Corps League Meeting
All active duty and honorably discharged Marines welcome ! [email protected]
Family Night: Old Growth Forest Walk
Come to Jacobsburg for an evening adventure among the old-growth! We'll learn how to tell a mature forest from a young one and what these forests can provide to the animals that live in them. This program is best for families with children ages 5 and up. Register by visiting events.dcnr.pa.gov
TRAFFIC ALERTS
Lower South Main Street (Washington Twsp)
Between Meadow Creek and True Blue Road will experience lane restrictions and traffic delays for work July 1 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Broadway (Plainfield Twsp)
Between Constitition Ave. and Northampton County Line will experience lane restrictions and traffic delays for work July 2 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Lower South Main Street (Washington Twsp)
Between True Blue Road and Majestic Way will experience lane restrictions and traffic delays for work July 2 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Scenic Drive (Bushkill Twsp)
Between Mountain View and Bushkill Drive will experience lane restrictions and traffic delays for work from June 29 to July 2from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Route 33 NORTH OR SOUTH
Between Hecktown Road and William Penn Highway will experience lane restrictions and traffic delays for work from July 1 to July 2from 9:00am to 3:00pm
Route 33 NORTH
Between Route 248 and Route 191 will experience lane restrictions and traffic delays for work July 1 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
FINANCE.....Becoming Credit Visible
Show what you can do: How to (BPT) - Are you credit invisible?
You may have never heard this term before, but if you are credit invisible, then you’ve certainly felt its affects. Those who are credit invisible lack a credit score due to non-existent, limited or dated credit histories. More than 30 million Americans have been unable to get a credit score at one time in their lives according to VantageScore Solutions LLC, a credit score model developer. This group of people – the credit invisibles – fall prey to this category primarily because they either:
Across the nation, there are an estimated 30-35 million credit-invisible Americans typically not scored by conventional credit scoring models. Based on research commissioned by VantageScore Solutions, this number is significantly higher than consumers initially estimated. In fact, half of Americans estimated the number of credit-invisible Americans to be less than 25 million; clearly showing the problem is larger than most people realize. Creating credit magic So how do we help credit invisible consumers become visible? There are effective and safe methods that consumers can use in order to establish credit and thus become more scoreable. Open a secured credit card. A secured credit card is a credit card issued by a mainstream bank, credit union or credit card issuer. Consumers have to apply for the account which requires a deposit that will open up a line of credit usually in the amount of the deposit. As a true extension of credit, an issuer can report the account to credit reporting agencies. Credit scoring models can use this information to generate a credit score. Become an authorized user on someone else’s credit card. An authorized user is someone who has been added to a cardholder’s credit card, giving him or her access to the cardholder’s line of credit. Most credit card issuers report the activity of the account to the authorized user’s credit reports. And if the account has always been paid on time and has a low balance relative to the credit limit, then it will benefit the authorized user’s credit profile. Conversely, also be aware that missed payments and high balances will negatively impact both the cardholder and the authorized user. Take out a credit builder loan. Credit builder loans are modest loans - normally less than $1,000 - issued by credit unions to a borrower. While the borrower pays off the loan over a compressed period of time, the lender reports that activity to the credit reporting agencies, thus helping build a credit report. Having and maintaining a high credit score is a foundational element of personal finance. If you are credit invisible, this can cause higher financing rates or even a loan rejection. That’s why simple steps to building credit can help, not only to get you in the practice of paying off debt consistently, but also to get you on the right track to becoming more credit visible to lenders. There are many other ordinary activities that can impact your score. The Consumer Federation of America and VantageScore Solutions offer a website to learn more at www.CreditScoreQuiz.com. The website is also available in Spanish at www.CreditScoreQuiz.org/Espanol. You can also visit www.yourvantagescore.com to learn more about credit scoring Summertime at Weona Park Summer Sounds will include: June 28- Brain Brazil and the Hard Case Blues Band. July 12- Psycho Cats. July 26- Inch and the Echo’s. August 9 - Riverside Rhythm and August 23 -Desire
Movies in the Park will include: July 25 “Christmas in July” The Muppet Christmas Carol. August 15 Double Feature Hairspray 1988 & 2007 Recreation FANTASTIC NEWS!!!!! Suzanne Moyer will run a four (4) week program from 6/29-7/3, 7/6-7/10, 7/13-7/17 & 7/20-7/24 for $30/week/child. Contact the Park office for more information and application forms, 610-863-9249. Carousel The National Historical Registered Carousel will be open Wednesday-Friday evenings 6-9 P.M; Saturday and Sundays 12 Noon – 9 P.M., weather permitting. Carousel Rides are $1 Miniature Golf The newly renovated Golf Course will be open Wednesday-Friday evenings 6-9 P.M; Saturday and Sundays 12 Noon – 9 P.M., weather permitting. A round of golf is $5 per person. Please note the first 9 holes of Weona Park Golf is handicap assessable. Bangor Park Summer Events
Friday Night, July 10th: Family Luau. Time and admission fees to be announced at a later date.
Saturday Night, August 8th: Movie Night featuring A Bug's Life. Movie starts at dusk and is free to the public. Refreshments will be sold. For more information on summer events read the local papers and also the information board located at the park on Market Street. Anyone interested in volunteering for the Park Board or any of these events can contact Debbie Smith at [email protected] or 610-751-7692 Fishing Rods and Tackle Available
When: Sunday thru Friday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow fishing equipment to use in Jacobsburg’s creeks! 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. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email [email protected]. Tasty Tuesdays at Trinity is Back Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, located at Broadway and 4th Street in Bangor, will once again offer the free bag lunch program to children and families in the Bangor community this summer. Tasty Tuesdays will run until August 11.
Every Tuesday the bag lunch will be available and will contain a sandwich, fresh fruit, chips, a healthy snack bar and a drink. The lunches will be available for pick up at the church between 11am-1pm. If you would like to register but are unable to come at that time, please let the church office know and accommodations can be made. Please call the church office to register for the Tasty Tuesdays program at 610-588-2023.. August Happenings in Roseto
Aug 4: Roseto National Night Out at Roseto Ball Park from 6-8:30pm. Refreshments, cake walks, Pink Heels, BACA, child and bike identification and guest speaker Joseph Victory of Victory Martial Arts in Pen Argyl.
August 6 : Roseto Ecumenical Service 7pm Bangor Roseto Presbyterian Church at 332 Kennedy Drive, Bangor. Theme is focused on family. Aug 8: 12-8 Roseto Ball Park is Roseto Day Aug 14: 7:05pm Roseto Night at Iron Pigs. $10 per ticket includes game, fireworks, and $2 toward food. Contact Jennifer Newland at 610-217-7088 for tickets Musical Instrument Collection Drive The BAHS Alumni Association is running a drive to collect used musical instruments to be donated to Bangor’s elementary band program. The instruments will be used as loaners for students who cannot afford to buy or rent them. We will take them regardless of their condition. If you have a musical instrument that is gathering dust, and you want to make a difference in a child’s life, call 610-588-5198. We will pick them up or tell you where you can drop them off. Let’s keep the music coming!
Your donations may be tax deductible. Visit us at slateralums.com for more information. Heritage Center Lists Slate of EventsThe Slate Belt Heritage Center, located at 30 North 1st Street announces its historic events for the duration of 2015:
The Heritage Center "Oral History Project" is seeking Slate Belt senior citizens who would like to be interviewed. If you know of anyone who has a story please contact Marc Blau @ 570-897-5459. See Christmas Show at American Music Theater The Pen Argyl Alumni Association is sponsoring a trip to the Christmas Show at the American Music Theater in Lancaster, Pa Saturday November 28.
The cost of the trip is $110 and includes dinner at the Bird In Hand restaurant, the show, and all taxes and gratuities. For further information, call Bill Ruggiero at 610-863-6297 July 1
Full Moon Gathering at Columcille Come to Columcille for the July 2015 Full Moon Celebration. We will begin gathering for the 'Full Thunder Moon' or 'Buck Moon' in the circle of stones at 7:00pm on Wednesday, July 1st with the Celebration beginning at 7:30pm. The Gathering is open to all who feel called to participate in welcoming and honoring Grandmother Moon and her healing energies. If weather is a problem we will gather in the Chapel.
They welcome all who wish to bring their drums, flutes and other musical instruments. Please bring any poem, song, chant or story you would like to share as well as your crystals, gems, etc. for cleansing by the Full Moon energies. Of course, this will be followed by a sharing of 'Tea and Treats' - bring your favorite treat! No need to RSVP - your presence is all that is required July 3
Family Fishing Program at Jacobsburg
Friday,
July 3, 9:00 AM -12 noon
Do you have what it takes to be a S.M.A.R.T. angler? This introductory program includes interactive discussions and hands-on fishing instruction and is geared toward ages 8 to 80. You'll learn basic fishing skills including casting, baiting a hook, knot tying and how to take a fish off of a hook. You're welcome to bring your own poles, but equipment and bait will be provided. Fishing licenses are not required for the duration of the program. This program is sponsored by Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center and the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission. Register by visiting events.dcnr.pa.gov. July 5
July 7
East Bangor Pastie Sale The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church at 136 W. Central Ave., East Bangor, PA will hold a pastie sale. The selections include beef w/wo onions and broccoli-cheese w/wo onions. The cost is $5.50. To order, call Lois at 610-588-1745 by Sunday, July 5th. Pasties must be picked up at the church on Tuesday, July 7th, at 3:30 p.m
July 9
History through Architecture at Heritage Center
Bob Wise will present “History Through Architecture: the Bangor National Historic District” on July 9, 2015 at the Slate Belt Heritage Center, 7 pm. Mr. Wise is the president of Wise Preservation Planning LLC, the firm that led the successful nomination for the Bangor Historic District. Mr. Wise will talk about buildings, what they say about the history of an area, and how preservation benefits a community.
Wise Preservation Planning specializes in historic district nominations and other preservation related services. Mr. Wise holds an M.S. in Historic Preservation planning from the University of Pennsylvania and MBA from Penn State Malvern. He has completed more than 20 National Register and National Historic Landmark nominations and created a historic preservation “toolkit” that remains in use throughout southeastern Pennsylvania. He served on the Brandywine Battlefield Task Force and helped coordinate a two-county, five-municipality program to protect the battlefield. The Slate Belt Heritage Center is located at 30 North First Street, Bangor, Pa. SBHC is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving the history and culture of the Slate Belt. July 10
Family Night: Old Growth Forest Walk
Friday, July 10, 6:30-8:00 PM
Come to Jacobsburg for an evening adventure among the old-growth! We'll learn how to tell a mature forest from a young one and what these forests can provide to the animals that live in them. This program is best for families with children ages 5 and up. Register by visiting events.dcnr.pa.gov July 11
July 12
July 13
Weona Park Pool Pals Meeting Weona Park Pool Pals will hold a meeting Mon. July 13, 2015, 7:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 12 N. Westbrook Ave., Pen Argyl. If you are interested in having a community pool in Pen Argyl and want to do it without raising taxes, you share our goal, so please come! Facebook/WEONA PARK POOL PROJECT
July 15
Marine Corps League Meeting The Marine Corps League of Northampton County Detachment 298 will hold a meeting 7:00pm, July 15 at 1621 Lehigh St., Easton.
All active duty and honorably discharged Marines welcome ! [email protected] July 17 - 19
Relay for Life Yard Sale Bangor Family Community Yard Sale benefiting Relay for Life will mbe held Fri/ Sat/ Sun July 17-19th from 9am - 4pm Rain or Shine on Rt 611 in Lower Mt Bethel. GPS Address: 10429 N Delaware Dr., Bangor, PA 18013
Sunday Specials!! 9am-2pm Everything Half Price! 2pm-4pm Fill A Bag for $1 (per stand) Vendors! Baked Goods! Ice Tea/ Lemonade/ Water Stand! Relay for Life Stand! Donate! Buy Merchandise! Sign Up To Join the Team! 100% of Stand Fees Go To Relay For Life! Find them Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1448475098788131/ July 18
BHS Class of 1980 Reunion The Bangor Area High
School Class of 1980 is holding its 35th Class Reunion July 18th, 2015 at The Washington at Washington Township Fire Co., route 191 south of Bangor.
Invitations have been mailed but unfortunately we do not have addresses for some classmates and some invitations have been returned unable to deliver. If you or someone you know of has not received an invitation and would like one, please email Susan Malavolta Smith at [email protected] or Marcia Pearson Cox at [email protected] July 21
Tuesday Trails at Jacobsburg
July 21, 5:30-7:00 PM
Join educator Lauren Forster after work for a brisk hike at Jacobsburg. Hikers should always bring water and sturdy boots or shoes. Routes and meeting locations will vary each week. Sign up to receive information on where we’re hiking each Tuesday. Join the email list by calling 610-746-2801 or emailing [email protected]. July 25
August 1
SlateRock at Totts GapSlateRock at Totts Gap. $10 per ticket. Music, art, vendors, food, demonstrations. 12-7pm
August 3-7
Camp Discovery VBS at Grace UMC
Camo Discoverery Vacation Bible School will be held at Grace United Methodist Church, 404 Mountain Ave, Pen Argyl 610-863-4811 August 3 thru Aug 7 from 6:00-8:00 PM.
Join your friends as Jesus works through Us at Camp Discovery ! Ages: 3-Grade 8 For more information www.worshipatgrace.org August 8
Columcille Offers Guided Tours Second Saturdays
The tour will start at 10:00am with an orientation talk in the standing stone circle by Irish historian and storyteller Tom Egan who will explain the park's mission and the origins of European standing stone monuments. Tom will also give details on the origins and extent of the European Celtic culture with a short explanation about the gods and goddesses of ancient Celtic Mythology. Included is an explanation of who Columcille was in the context of early Irish history and an explanation of how the park's founder Bill Cohea became inspired to create the beautiful place we will be touring.
The tour will then begin. Stops along the tour will include St. Columba's Chapel, St Oran's Chapel, Signal Hill, Thor's Gate, the Labyrinth, Temple of the Glen and the Cauldron stone. Plus the Fairy Ring, the Sacred Mens's site, Celtic eye, the Sacred Women's site, Manannan's Stone and the Sirius Stone. At each stop along the tour the special meaning of that place will be discussed, particularly as the place relates to the topics that were covered in the initial orientation talk. These discussions at the sites along the way typically vary considerably in content and depth to keep them responsive to the varied interests of individuals taking each tour. The tours will end at the Voyagers Lounge around noon, where those on the tour are invited to sign the guest book and examine the publications, crystals and other material related to the park that are available there. If you would like additional information you may contact Tom Egan directly on 610-360-1701. There is no charge for the tour but freewill donations are gladly accepted.
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Pen Argyl Community Wide Yard SalesCommunity wide yard sales will be held in Pen Argyl Borough September 18,19 and 20.
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October 2-3
Rummage Sale
November 28
See Christmas Show at American Music Theater
The cost of the trip is $110 and includes dinner at the Bird In Hand restaurant, the show, and all taxes and gratuities.
For further information, call Bill Ruggiero at 610-863-6297
Ask The Doc........
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Sure, it’s pretty “cool” technology, and it has been totally comfortable for patients. No gagging going on! And the turn around time is much shorter. All of these are pluses, but here is the real benefit… the accuracy and fit of what we are making.
I can comfortably predict a great fit of your new crowns, splints, Invisalign aligners, retainers, and anything else we scan for. That makes it worthwhile.
It’s one thing to restore your mouth to health, but I want, you want, and you deserve to rest assured that what is placed in your mouth is the best possible fit known to dentistry.
Digital scanning is here to stay at Family Dental Care. Feel free to ask us about our scanner. Garywilliamsdmd.com.
Slate Belt Senior Center
July Activities
Blue Valley Farm Show Complex
700 American Bangor Road
Bangor, ph 610-588-1224
Hours: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Walking Club, daily 9:30 A.M.
Crafts, Tuesdays 9:00 A.M.
Zumba Gold, Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M.
Brush Away with Senior Artists, Wednesdays, 8:00-11:00 A.M.
Needles N You, Thursdays, 12:30 P.M.
Pool Tables are available every morning and
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons
Have a Happy Fourth of July-Center will be closed
Audition for Slatebelt Touring Band
July 14, 12:15 P.M.
GAME NIGHT
Wednesday, July 15, 3:00-7:00 P.M.
Slate Belt Officers Meeting
Thursday, July 16, 9:30 A.M.
BASEBALL
Friday, July 17, 12:30 P.M.
Sundaes on Friday
MUSIC BY RANDY SIMPSON
Tuesday, July 21, 12:00 P.M.
Blood Pressure w/Cecelia
Thursday, July 30, 9:00-11:00 A.M.
FARKLE TOURNAMENT
Thursday, July 30, 12:30 P.M.
New Books at
Blue Mt. Community Library
A Spool of Blue Thread, Anne Tyler
Cold Betrayal, J.A. Jance
Trust No One, Jayne Ann Krentz
The Stranger, Harlan Coben
NYPD Red 3, James Patterson
A Touch of Stardust, Kate Alcott
Finding Jake, Bryan Reardon
At The Water's Edge, Sara Gruen
Hot Pursuit, Stuart Woods
The Life I Left Behind, Colette McBeth
Adult Large Print:
Mrs. Grant and Madame Jule, Jennifer Chiaverini
The Reluctant Midwife, Patricia Harman
Someone Is Watching, Joy Fielding
Adult Non-fiction:
The Lady in Gold, Anne Marie O'Connor
Dead Wake, Erik Larson
Helping Hands 2015 Plans
September 13, 2015 Roseto Helping Hands will be hosting a Bingo at the American Legion located at 143 Garibaldi Avenue, Roseto. To purchase a ticket, contact Janet Farole at 484-221-0047.
October 2015 Roseto Helping Hands will be collecting canned goods to make Turkey Boxes for needy families within Roseto. Items can be dropped off at Roseto Borough Hall located at 164 Garibaldi Avenue, Roseto.
October 7, 2015 Roseto Helping Hands will be at Wendy's in Wind Gap from 5pm-8pm. A portion of the nights proceeds will be donated to Roseto Helping Hands. November 15, 2015 Roseto Helping Hands will be hosting "Bring A Friend" Bingo at the American Legion in Roseto. To purchase a ticket, contact Janet Farole at 484-221-0047.
November and December 2015 Roseto Helping Hands will be selling Holiday candy and caroling throughout the streets of Roseto. Caroling date to be announced. To purchase candy, contact Lynne Smith at 610-863-7252.
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