On Thursday, November 3rd, the Diocese of Allentowns Bishop Commission on Catholic Schools held their conference at Mt.

Laurel Resort in White Haven, Pa. The Commission reported on the success of their promotion of Catholic Schools to increase enrollment in our diocese. Jim Angeline, Principal of Pius X High School, attended the Bishops Commission Conference where he received the Certificate of Outstanding Achievement for the Highest Percentage increase in 2011-2012. Pius X High Schools enrollment increased by 43% which was the highest in the Diocese. Angeline said at the end of the 2010-2011 school year Pius had an enrollment of 271 students; when the 2011-2012 school year opened enrollment was 303 students. Mr. Angeline believes the reasons for this rise in enrollment are: strong academic curriculum, safe environment, Catholic values, and extensive extracurricular and athletic programs. He feels this trend towards moral and academic education will continue its incline into the future.

Duddy Chiropractic is celebrating their 20th year anniversary. Dr. Scott Duddy, a graduate of Life Chiropractic College in Marietta GA , began practicing in 1990 with the late Dr. John Cavallo, who was a well known and respected chiropractor in Easton . Dr. Scott added, Working with Dr. Cavallo was a great opportunity. I owe him a lot. After a year and three months, Dr. Scott decided to set out on his own. He searched for a location and found one in Wilson Borough in the 1700 Building. On November 4, 1991, he established Duddy Chiropractic and continues to practice in Wilson at his newly relocated office (301 South 22nd Street by Easton Hospital), with the expectation of buying the office building in the near future. Dr. Scott started his second practice in Bangor in 1996 after he and his wife, Danielle moved to the area. Many local residents requested his care, that did not drive to Wilson Borough. Soon after opening the Bangor location, the Comunale

Duddy Chiropractic Celebrates 20th Anniversary

family approached him about relocating to the Mt. Bethel Plaza . They were very accommodating and understanding of where I was, not only in my career, but also in my family life. My wife and I were young, starting a family, and this was a big decision. Both of his offices are run in a casual setting. Walk-Ins are always welcome. At the Wilson location Dr. Scott practices Monday, Wednesday and Friday. At the Mt. Bethel location, Dr. Scotts brother, Dr. Jared, practices Monday, Wednesday and Friday with Dr. Scott available on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Dr. Scott says, Having his brother with him has been a Godsend. He added, One of the nice things about having two doctors in the office is

that we offer two different approaches; patients have the option of seeing either one of us, or both of us at any given time. Services range from orthopedic, neurological and spinal manipulation, the latter of which, is the main form of treatment. Duddy Chiropractic also offers some physical therapy to enhance treatment. Duddy Chiropractic treats every age group from infants to seniors, sports injuries, personal injuries, auto accidents and worker's compensation injuries. My twenty years have been very rewarding, said Dr. Scott. I never get up in the morning and dread going to the office. We have second generation patients who are going into the chiropractic field because they have met us and received treatment. This is one of the greatest

compliments we can receive. We have a very loyal clientele at both offices and are very thankful for them. Dr. Scott said he is looking forward to the next twenty years and beyond to help patients get well and live a better quality of life. Duddy Chiropractic in Wilson is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10am until 11:30am and 3pm to 6pm. The Mt. Bethel office is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10am to 1pm and 3pm to 7pm with Dr. Jared. Also, Tuesday and Thursday from 3pm to 6pm, Saturday 9:30am to 10:30am with Dr. Scott. Their website is duddychiropractic.com, and their number is 610-253-5332 at the Easton office and 570897-7023 at the Mt. Bethel office.

St. DavidS Welsh Society Presents Robert Morris Jones Medallions

On Sunday, November 20, 2011, the St. Davids Welsh Society of the Slate Belt will present Robert Morris Jones Leadership Medallions to Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Hendershot , Mrs. Carol Shaplin, all of Bangor, and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Bray of Pen Argyl during the groups Ceremony of the Daffodil at 1:00 PM at Founders Park in Bangor. Mr. and Mrs. Hendershot were selected for their outstanding service as foster parents to nearly 90 children, and Mrs. Shaplin and Mr. and Mrs. Bray were selected for their numerous years of community service to many organizations in the Slate Belt area. A luncheon will follow at the Pub in the Colonial Hotel.

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Betty (Laura Christman), Sheriff Big Gulch (Cody Templeton), and Billy Bright (Zach Rodger), have a conversation in No Opera at The Opry House Tonight, Bangor High Schools Fall Musica, this past weekend. Visit www.printroom.cmo/pro/thepress for more photos.

Merchants Bank Walkers are holding a craft and vendor event on Saturday, November 19th from 9-3pm at Trinity Lutheran Church, 404 Broadway in Bangor. Free admission and parking. Raffles, door prizes and lunch available. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society through the Relay for Life. Vendor spaces still available. Contact Melissa 610599-0796 or Karen 610-588-9211 for more

information. MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) will meet on Tuesday, November 29th, 9:15am, at Mt. Bethel Lutheran Brethren Church. All mothers with children ages 0-5 years, are welcome to kick off the Christmas Season and meet new friends. Childcare will be provided. Connections for Women will meet on November 30th at 9:15am at Hopesprings Church in Bangor. Happy Belated Birth-

day to Karen Becker. She celebrated on November 15th. We hope you had a fantastic birthday, Karen! Congratulations to Mike Schiavone, winner of Missing Pieces monthly Customer Appreciation raffle. See Missing Pieces ad on page eight for more information about the monthly raffles! We would like to wish Greg Beach, of Five Points Inn and Deli, a very Happy Birthday. He will be celebrating on November 20th. Have a fantastic birthday, Greg! We would like to wish Katie Beach a very Happy Birthday on November 21st. Have a great day, Katie! Jen VanHorn will be celebrating her birthday on November 23rd. Have a wonderful birthday, Jen! The East Bangor United Methodist Church will be holding it's annual Christmas

Bazaar on Friday, November 18th and Saturday, November 19th, from 10am to 2pm. There will be crafts, White Elephant items, bake goods and good food. Roseto Borough will be holding its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Service on Sunday, November 27th at 6:30pm. Activities will take place at the Roseto Ball Park on the corner of Falcone Ave. and Decatur Street. Hot Chocolate will be provided and SANTA CLAUS will be arriving by fire truck. He will have goodies for all the children in attendance. Bring the whole family to see our tree light up, visit with Santa and enjoy some hot chocolate. The tree was donated by the Pullo family. We love hearing from you! Send your tidbits of information to us at: The PRESS 1 Broadway, Bangor, PA 18013

Here is a list of the new items added to the collection of the Bangor Public Library during the week October 27 through November 2, 2011. Adult fiction: Baldacci, David, Zero day; Chiaverini, Jennifer, The wedding quilt; Eco, Umberto, The Prague cemetery; Evans, Richard Paul, Lost December; King, Stephen, 11/22/63; Maguire, Gregory, Out of Oz; Steel, Danielle, Hotel Vendome. Large Print fiction: Carlson, Melody, Christmas at Harringtons; Evanovich, Janet, Wicked appetite; Hoag, Tami, Secrets to the grave; Garwood, Julie, The ideal man;

Grisham, John, The confession; Jackson, Lisa, Wicked lies; Miller, Linda Lael, The Creed legacy; Palmer, Diana, Dangerous; Palmer, Diana, Heartless; Palmer, Diana, Merciless. Adult non-fiction: Best signature kitchens; Goldberg, Vicki, The White House; OReilly, Bill, Killing Lincoln; Zuckoff, Mitchell, Lost in Shangri-La. Young Adult fiction: Grisham, John, Theodore Boone: the abduction; Johnson, Maureen, The name of the star; Martinez, Jessica, Virtuosity; Withers, Pam, First descent. DVD: A few good men and Jerry Maguire (double feature).

Josephine Marie Sabatine Celebrates 90th Birthday

Josephine (Josie) Sabatine recently celebrated her 90th birthday, October 21st. Born in 1921 in East Stroudsburg, Pa, she is the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Makosky. Josie or JoJo as her great grandchildren affectionately call her, married Matthew Sabatine, Sr., March 4, 1942. They had five children, Matthew Jr., Kathleen, Beverly, David and JoAnne. Josies family held a surprise party on July 31st, at Roseto Ball Park. Among the attendees were her children, grandchildren and great grand- children. Josie has been blessed with twelve grandchildren: Matti, Mikelin (Martino) and Jay Sabatine; Allison and Sara Fiorot; Alan, Mark and Jill (Tyminski) Robinson; Adam, Daniel (deceased) and Matthew Sabatine and Christian Jaeger. She has eight greatgrandchildren: Anthony and Michael Martino; Brooke and Drew Robinson; Madison, Damian and Cameron Tyminski, and Zoey Robinson. Happy 90th Birthday Josie. The family wishes you many more years of good health and happy times.

East Bangor Borough Minutes

East Bangor Borough Council has announced their minutes from the meeting on November 1st. Please remember that all sidewalks are to be removed of snow within 24 hours of the snow storm. There will be no leaf collection this year. Everyone should bag their leaves and put them out for garbage pick up. A new basketball court will be paved very soon; this is the last part of their matching grant at the park. An ordinance was passed restricting parking across from the police station. Three bids were received for the siding job for the future borough hall, and Comunale Construction was accepted as the lowest bidder. This will be started in the very near future.

Local Right to Special Education Task Force Meeting Planned

The Local Right to Special Education Task Force serving Monroe, Northampton, and parts of Pike County, will meet on Monday, November 21st, at 9:30am. The snow date will Tuesday, November 22nd. The meeting will be held at the Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 Office Buiding, 6 Danforth Drive, in Easton. All meetings are open to the public and everyone is welcome to attend. Time is set aside at each meeting to hear public comments and concerns regarding school age children with disabilities. At this time, the task force is in need of parent representatives from the following school districts: Bethlehem, Delaware Valley, East Stroudsburg, Easton, Pleasant Valley, and Wilson. For more information, please call 610-5156449.

Christine Ann Black and Randy Allen Arbochus were united in marriage on September 10th, 2011, at Evergreen Lake. Christine is the daughter of Darlene and Curtis Webb of Mt. Bethel, and Thomas Black Sr., of Bayville, NY. She is a graduate of Bangor Area High School and Northampton Community College. She is employed with Marchants Bank of Bangor. Randy is the son of Randy and Nina Arbochus. He is a graduate of Pocono Mountain East, and is employed with Allstate Septic. The maid of honor was cousin of the bride, Kimberly Ann Feerence. The best man was Robert Arbochus, brother of the groom. The couple live in Plainfield Township, and are planning a spring honeymoon to the Carribean.

James and Vicki Hughes of Bangor, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Lynn Hughes, to Paul Lawrence Freeby, son of Warren and Donna Freeby of Bangor. Jennifer is a 2006 graduate of Bangor Area High School, and 2010 graduate of East Stroudsburg University. She is currently working on her Masters Degree in Reading Education at East Stroudsburg University. Paul graduated from Bangor High School in 2002, and works for Martin Guitar in Nazareth. The couple met as children in Jennifers sandbox and after many backyard adventures, and long conversations, the groom proposed on the beach in Ocean City, Maryland. The couple have planned their wedding for October 2012.

Community Thanksgiving Worship Service at First UMC in Bangor

A Community Thanksgiving Worship Service will be held at First United Methodist Church, on Tuesday, November 22nd, at 6:15pm. The church is located at 55 North 3rd Street in Bangor. There will be Ecumenical Prayer Service, and music from combined choirs and instrumentalists. The guest speaker will be Rev. Tom Thomas of Union United Church of Christ in Neffs, PA. Refreshements and fellowship will follow the service at 7pm.

Community Presbyterian Church Spaghetti Dinner

The Community Presbyterian Church of Mt. Bethel, Route 611, is hosting a Spaghetti Dinner on Friday, November 18th, from 5pm to 8pm. The menu will consist of spaghetti and meatballs, tossed garden salad, Italian bread, dessert, coffee and tea. The cost is $8 for adults, $4 for children ages two to 10, and children under two are free. All proceeds from the supper will go directly to the local food pantry, PUMP. There will also be a bake sale.

Effort UMC Outdoor Live Nativity on Saturday, Holiday December 10 Food Drive Come to Arndts along with hot chocolate December 10th from 5
Effort United Methodist Church, Merwinesburg Road, is holding a Supplemental Food Resource Center Holiday Food Drive, through December 16th. They will be collecting turkeys, canned veggies, juice, and desserts. Bring your donations to Effort UMC, or you can send monetary donations to the church at: EUMC, PO Box 545, Effort, PA 18330. Please make checks payable to EUMCSRFC. For more information, please call Lynn at 610-844-5593. Lutheran Church at the corner of Bushkill Drive and Arndt Road in Forks Township to rediscover the true meaning of Christmas. From 5 pm to 8:00 pm, enjoy the simplicity of live animals, music, narration of the Christmas story and light refreshments. The grounds will be illuminated with candle luminaria. A large hanging star leads visitors to the stable area where children re-enact the Christmas story. A celebratory fire in the Boy Scout Troop 29 outdoor education area, and coffee, will help to warm the visitors. There is also a 6pm worship service in the church; all are welcome. Refresh and renew the true meaning of Christmas by traveling to Arndts Lutheran Church on Saturday,

to 8:00 pm. In case of severe weather, extreme cold, hard rains, deep snow, the event will be cancelled. For more information about the event, contact the church office at 610 253 3732.

Stine Inducted Into East Stroudsburg South Music Hall of Fame

William Stine was recently inducted into the Music Hall of Fame at East Stroudsburg High School, South. WIlliam graduated from East Stroudsburg Area High School in 1961. At East Stroudsburg, he was a member of the Chorus, Choraliers, Marching Band, Concert Band, and Dance Band, while also participating in District 10, Regional and State Band and Chorus Festivals, as well as the All-Eastern Chorus Festival. He earned a BS in Music Education from West Chester State College, 1965, and while at West Chester, he played bass with the Criterians and Statemen Jazz Ensemble, played tuba in the Marching Concert Bands, and sang in the Concert Choir. William also attained a MA in Conducting from Trenton State College. Before and during college, he also directed the Blue Valley Youth Band. He began a career in education at Stroudsburg Junior High School, teaching 7th and 8th grade music and started a junior high choral group. He moved on to teach music, direct the chorus, and conduct the band at Bangor High School for 17 years, also initiating student presentations of Broadway Musical Theatre. After leaving Bangor, he worked in the private sector for 20 years, yet continued to be an active musician while volunteering his talents and experience with the music program at Pius X High School in Roseto. Following his retirement, he returned to education at Pius X, currently teaching 7th, 8th, and 9th grade music classes and directing the choir. He was instrumental in the creation of a student/facutly/commun ity pep band that performs at Pius X Football games, and due to his efforts, Pius X students have become eligible to participate in the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District Band and Chorus programs, and he currently has a student who qualified to participate in the PMEA All-Eastern Choral Festival. Through his efforts in establishing a program in musical theatre at Pius X, one of his students last year won a Greater Lehigh Valley Freddy Award, thus affording her the opportunity to experience a week-long workshop conducted by personnel of the Nederlander Orgaization at the Minskoff Theatre on Broadway. William has played bass in various combo groups throughout the Lehigh Valley and Poconos for many years, and has served as the primary organist at the Portland Baptist Church and St. Johns UCC in Bangor. He also sings with the Jazz Mass Choir at the Delaware Water Gap Celebration of the Arts Jazz Festival. He is a member of the Pocono Choral Society, having served on its Board of Directors, and he also serves as an auditioner for the PMEA and Allentown Diocesan Music Festivals. William resides in Mt. Bethel with his wife, Connie.

By Roger Krisukas, Steckels Jewelry

The Jewelry Doctor: Chlorine Can Damage Gold and Pearls

pearls, both cultured and freshwater,since it can easily damage a pearls delicate surface and reduce its luster and beautiful iridescence. Most swimming poolwater contains chlorine, so be sure to remove your gold and pearl jewelry before taking a dip. Chlorine is also present inmany household products such as bleach, detergents, soaps, and cleaners. So when using any of these products, always take your jewelry off or wear rubber gloves.

Chlorine is a valuable disinfectant with many popular uses, but it can be very harmful to karat gold jewelry and delicate pearls of every kind. Even in diluted amounts, chlorine can harm any kind of gold...yellow, pink, and especially white gold, because it can erode the nickel alloy in it and possibly cause weakened prongs and settings. Chlorine is also bad news for precious

Tips To Help Alleviate Caregiving Stress

(NAPSI)While family caregiving can be rewarding, it can make life more stressful for those providing the care. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, this type of stress affects women more then men. Women caregivers tend to offer more assistance, such as managing physical needs. Three out of four caregivers, men and women, report feeling strained emotionally, physically or financially. The stress involved can be worse for caregivers of the elderly, as it is hard to watch a parent lose cognitive abilities. Its not unusual for caregivers to develop health problems of their own. Part of the reason is that they are less likely to take good care of themselves due to time and money constraints imposed by caregiving. Caregivers may not have the time for regular checkups, may not fill a prescription due to cost, miss sleep or forget to eat healthy meals. Its very important for caregivers to recognize their own limits. Here are a few tips to help: Find out about caregiving resources in your community. Dont do it alone. Ask for and accept help. Ask family members to do their share. Simplify your life and reduce other sources of stress. Make to do lists. Stay in touch with family and friends. Join a support group. Make time to get away and have fun. Consider home care supportive services. A home Care Professional can coordinate a patients plan of care under the direction of his or her doctor. A wide range of treatments and procedures that were once performed in a hospital can now be delivered at home. Trained clinicians teach individuals and their families self-management for chronic conditions or help with recovery from an illness or injury. Supportive services from a home care company such as Interim HealthCare can help with bathing, preparing meals, shopping, companionship, transportation and limited light housework. The company is one of the leading home care and medical staffing companies in the country. Employing more than 75,000 health care workers and providing services to approximately 50,000 people, the company also offers an evaluation test to identify factors that may place someone at risk (www.independentlivinga ssessment.com). For more information, visit www.interim healthcare.com.

John Edward Barczynski Earns Eagle Scout Award

John Edward Barczynski, son of Dr. and Mrs. John L. Barczynski, recently earned the Eagle Scout Award, the highest rank designated in Boy Scouting. John also recently completed his year term as Senior Patrol Leader for Troop 81 in Wexford, and became a Brotherhood Member of the Order of the Arrow for Honor Campers. During his scouting career, he earned many honors including the Boy Scout and Cub Scout International Religious Awareness Awards, in addition to the Light of Christ, Parvuli Dei, and Ad Altare Dei Religious Awards. Among his achievements, he earned the Fifty Miller Award, the Cub Scout and Boy Scout World conservation Award, the International Activity Award Patch, three State Conservations Awards, and the Arrow of Light Award, in addition to 71 Merit Badges. John participated in the 2010 National Jamboree in Virginia, attended the Northern Tier High Adventure Base in Washington, D.C., a 1st place winner in the Latin History Competition at Penn State, and is in the school Chorus. At St. Alphonsus Church, he has been in the choir for 6 years, and is an altar server. John has also been on the Baierl Family YMCA swim team for eight years, and is a member of the United States and the Pennsylvania Chess Federations. He is the grandson of Theresa Barczynski of Bangor.

Minnesota, achieved the Heritage Iron Man two times, and is registered to attend the Florida Sea Base National High Adventure Camp. For his Eagle Scout project, John provided a Wetlands restoration which included the removal of invasive species, the building of a jack dam, the creation of

a bench area for visitors, and the construction and placement of bird houses on the wetlands property. In all, including the planning and fund-raising necessary to earn the money for conservation project materials, John provided 224.5 personal hours plus he led 24 others in their provision of 329 hours, bring the project total to 553.5 hours. Outside of scouting, John is a 10th grader at North Allegheny Intermediate High School. He is a member of the National Junior Honor Society, the Junior Classical League, and the Technology Student Association. He was a member of the National 4th Place Science Bowl Team in

Relocation of Albanese Florists Provides Better Customer Service, Same Great Quality and Products as Past 66 Years
By Sarah Loren For more than 66 years, the Albanese family have been serving the Slate Belt and surrounding areas with everything from fresh floral designs and plants to gardening supplies. Additional products and services have evolved over the years and now include, water ponds and pond supplies (including Koi fish & water plants), landscape and water pond designs, installation & maintenance. Today, owners Eugene Albanese and his family continue to offer the same great products that they always have, with the knowledge, experience, and friendly service you have been accustomed to as valued customers. So fear not, loyal patrons: Albanese Florist, located at 17 N. Broadway in Wind Gap, is not closing its doors. The floral design studio is simply moving to the Albanese Flowers and Plants location on Blue Valley Drive, between Pen Argyl and Bangor, to better serve their customers. Were trying to provide our customers with one place to go where we can focus all of our attention, continued the family business, where his children Steve, Lisa, James and Greg grew up. Today, all of the Albanese children are involved with the business that began so many years ago. The Albanese floral staff is always there to help their customers with their plant, floral, and gift giving needs. They offer floral arrangements for weddings and other special occasions, as well as sympathy tributes for funerals and memorials, not to mention holiday flowers and plants grown in their greenhouses. The Blue Valley Drive location is a much larger facility than that of the former Wind Gap location. Customers will also find a wider variety of gifts and home dcor, in addition to the most beautiful plants and flowers in the industry, James said. So, stop by and browse You may find something you hadnt expected to find in a floral shop. Looking for something more? Then head over to Albanese Garden Center and Greenhouses, where youll find everything you need for your lawn and garden, pond and more. When making your decision on which plants to purchase, no matter what your needs, you can be sure that everything is the highest quality, as Albanese Greenhouse is the grower and their staff has the expertise and experience to assist you, whatever you may need. As the holidays swiftly approach, be sure to stop at either one of the Albanese locations for poinsettias and other holiday plants, as well as fresh floral arrangements and gifts. Also, be sure to keep your eyes and ears open for the announcement of Albanese Florists Open House Celebration.

offer more products and better customer service, and provide an inviting and enjoyable shopping experience, said Eugenes son, James. Located at 364 Blue Valley Drive, Albanese Flowers and Plants is less than four miles away from the former location in Wind Gap on Route 512 North. Also a short distance from the former location is Albanese Garden Center and Greenhouses, the grower of many plants and flowers used at the floral shop, which is just two and a half miles South on Route 512, at 260 E. Moorestown Rd., Wind Gap. At Albanese Flowers and Plants, customers will find the same great products

and services that have always been offered at both locations, including local delivery. Because the Albanese family now has one floral studio rather than two, they can better focus their attention on their customers and their needs. We just want to thank you [our customers] for your faithful business for all these years, Eugene said. The customers are the reason that the Albanese family business continues to prosper and grow. When Eugenes father James came to America from Italy, he started the first family greenhouse in 1929, and opened the first flower shop in his basement in 1945. Eugene

Happy Anniversary Kathy Ann (Meneeley) Klingle I CRIED When doctors thought it impossible for me to have children. I CRIED on April 3rd, 1969, the miricle of birth was you. I CRIED on November 12th, 1988, you became the most beautiful bride. I CRIED on January 24th, 1992, a doctors mistake took you from us. I CRIED So Kathy, I realize you cannot be here to celebrate what would have been our 23rd wedding anniversary, but I know you are safe in Gods hands. Until we can be together again, I love and miss you more every day. Time never heals such loss. Happy Anniversary sweetheart. And as i write this letter, I CRIED. With all my love, Mom

The Bangor Park Board and Octoberfest Committee would like to thank everyone who assisted in making this years Octoberfest a huge success. Thank you to all the volunteers, judges, vendors, pumpkin carvers and everyone else who helped to make this an enjoyable event. In addition, we would like to thank the following people: Bangor Borough, Bangor Police Department, Second Ward Fire Company and Rescue Fire Company for the lights, Kevin Strawn, Perry Morris and Boy Scout Troop #102, Frontier Communications, True Blue Farms, The Produce Crib, John DePalma, Chocolates on Broadway, Giant Food Market, Weis Market, Burger King in Wind Gap, Bangor Bowling Center, LeDonne Bakery, Gene Giamoni, Klingels Farm, Cramers, Whatever Comes Along and The Methodist Church Thrift Stores and a special thank you to the Girl Scout Troops and especially to Greg Diomedo for running the hay ride and to the Bangor Elks for running the train. The winner of the Most Artistic pumpkin was Franklin Hester. The First Place winner of the Themed Pumpkin display was Old MacDonald Had a Farm by Janet and Phyllis. The Second Place winners for Creepy Crawlers by Faye and Family and Third Place winners for Elvis were Sherry, Gayle, Sheila and Debbie. The winner of the Largest Pumpkin was Franklin Hester and the winners of the Childrens Costume Contest were as follows: Prettiest, Zoe Bruce and Gianna Marinelli. Funniest: Connor Rigione and Shannon Louszko. Scariest: Allie Ackerly and Brayden Hughes. Most Original: Callahan Karner and Jeremiha Diltz. This event would not have been possible without all the hard work of the volunteers. If you would like to volunteer for this event next year or any other Park Board Sponsored events please call 610-588-6894 or email [email protected]. I would like to thank the Washington Township, UMBT, LMBT, Plainfield and Bushkill Township Volunteer Fire Companies for their quick response to the barn fire that saved two outbuildings and a house at 131 Jacktown Road on Saturday November 5. Thank You, Dave Ettinger Dr. David G. Turtzo, DDS, family and staff would like to thank all our friends for the many condolences and cards received in memory of our dear brother and respected colleague, John A. Turtzo, DMD. Your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time have helped us to deal with his passing. Dr. Jack valued each and every patient in our practice, and made their care his utmost concern. We will miss him greatly; but in his memory, we will continue to offer the highest quality of dental treatment in the tradition which he set forth in the practice he established.

Dear Editor: The American Cancer Societys Road to Recovery program provides free rides to cancer patients who have no way of getting to their potential life-saving treatments. We have very dedicated drivers in the Lehigh Valley who give their time and the use of their vehicles to transport patients. We are extremely grateful to them. As coordinator of the program in the Lehigh Valley, I have seen an ever-increasing number of rides we cannot fulfill. I believe one of the main reasons is the price of gas. Also, some of our drivers are ill and others who were unemployed, now have jobs. All of these impact our ability to transport cancer patients. As more patients need rides, we need more drivers. We drive Monday through Friday in the mornings and afternoons. Use your own vehicle or either of the two American Cancer Society vehicles. I have created a user-friendly e-mail system in which drivers can select the drives they want to take. For those who do not use a computer, I am happy to call you. Drive as much or as little as you like, but please consider driving! I am a cancer survivor and know how important it is to get to much-needed treatment. I am 100% committed to our Road to Recovery program and absolutely love my job as coordinator (I am a volunteer too). Our drivers are the best! Please consider joining our great team of drivers. I know the cancer patients in the Lehigh Valley will be very grateful for your help. For information on how to volunteer, please contact the Lehigh Valley Unit of your American Cancer Society at 610-921-2329. Thank you, Wayne Woolever, Lehigh Valley Road to Recovery Coordinator, Bethlehem My wife and I want to thank the Bangor Heritage Center and all of the staff and sponsors involved in the recent Slate Belt Ghost Tour at St. John's Cemetery on 14 October. The event was informative and entertaining. The volunteers did a wonderful job and we had a great time! I hope that this event continues and that more people will come out next year and support the Heritage Center and the fine job that they do. Thanks again for a great event! Brian and Kathy Hontz

North Bangor Auxiliary BBQ Dinner

North Bangor Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary will be holding a BBQ Pork and Chicken Dinner of November 19th, from 4pm to 7pm. The cost is $8 for adults, $4 for children ages 6 to 12, and children under 6 are free. The firehouse is located at 301 Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor, just off Route 191.

Wind Gap Fire Company Diamond Fire Company Auxiliary Fundraisers

Its getting closer to that time of the year, and Santa Clause is being booked to visit the fire house. The auxiliary, along with Wind Gap Borough, will be holding Breakfast with Santa on December 3rd, from 8am to noon. Children two and under are free, and the cost is $8 for children three through nine, and $10 for ages 10 and up. This cost includes a breakfast buffet, a craft, gift, and a picture with Santa. Reservations are required, and can be made by calling Tiffany at 610-654-4515, or Erika at 610-863-0707. Reservations will also be taken for Santa to visit your home by fire truck for a donation of $20. The Auxiliary holds bingo every Friday at 6:45pm to help support the fire company. The Diamond Fire Company will be hosting a Flea Market on Sunday, November 27th, in the social hall of the fire company, at 110 Main Street in Walnutport, from 8am to 2pm. It will feature over 100 vendor tables. The offer free admission, ample parking, and the kitchen will be open. For more information or to reserve a table, call Joe at 610-767-7695 between 6pm and 8pm.

Flea Market

Blue Ridge Hook and Ladder Auxiliary Craft Fair

The Blue Ridge Hook and Ladder Fire Company Auxiliary is holding a Craft Fair and Bake Sale on Sunday, November 20th, from 10am to 3pm. It will be held on the Sunday before Thanksgiving. The firehouse is located on Old Route 115, across from Ye Old Saylors Inn in Saylorsburg. Vendors are welcome, and tables are $15. Reserve your table now by calling Brenda at 610-802-1657.

Washington Twp. Holiday Bingo

Washington Township Ladies Auxiliary will be holding a Holiday Bingo on November 20th, at the hall, 920 Washington Blvd., Bangor. Doors open at 11:30am, and the games begin at 12:30pm. The cost is $20 in advance or $25 at the door, and only 150 tickets will be available. The kitchen will be open, and there will be a tricky tray, 50/50 raffle, and door prizes. There will be a jackpot game. For more ifnormation or tickets, call Shirley at 610-588-1746, Ruth Hahn at 610-863-7402, or Donna Henry at 610863-5735.

(NAPSI)Thanksgiv ing is the biggest food holiday of the year, but preparing the feast doesnt have to be stressful if you follow a few simple tips, says Sara Moulton, chef,

cookbook author and TV host of Saras Weeknight Meals on PBS. First, decide what kind and what size of turkey youre going to buy, says Moulton. She recommends buying 1 pound of bird per person, to allow for leftovers. If youre buying a frozen bird, note when to start defrosting it in the fridgeyoull need 24 hours for every 4 to 5 pounds, she says. Prepare the gravy a day ahead, then marry it to the drippings in roasting pan while the turkey is resting. Other essential dishes to prepare ahead are stuffing, cranberry sauce and mashed potatoes. Cook and rice the potatoes, then refrigerate. On Thanksgiving, nuke them and add softened butter and warm milk. Another trick to make preparation go more smoothly is to create a timetable listing everything you are going to prepare and when and post it on the fridge, says Moulton. Saras Make-Ahead Gravy, serves 8

Make about cup gravy per person. Youll need that much gravy to pour over everything and have leftovers. For each cup of gravy, use 1 cup broth, 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons flour. 8 Tbsp. (1 stick) unsalted butter cup all-purpose flour 4 cups chicken or turkey broth, heated cup dry red or white wine reserved liquid from turkey roasting drippings reserved liquid from turkey resting platterIn medium saucepan over moderate low heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook, whisking, for 5 minutes. Add broth in a stream, whisking to boil. Simmer for 5 minutes. Let gravy cool, transfer to a bowl and cover and chill overnight. Note: The gravy will be thick but youll be adding liquid and thinning it before serving. On Thanksgiving Day, platter your cooked turkey and cover it loosely with foil, pour drippings into a fat separator and discard fat. Place bird roasting pan on two burners of the

stovetop and use medium heat. Add wine and reserved drippings, scraping up the brown bits on bottom of pan. Whisk in premade gravy and any juices from resting turkey; salt and pepper to taste, cooking until hot. Serve with bird. Carving the bird: My last tip to avoid stress: Carve the bird in the kitchen, not at the table and make sure you have a very sharp knife or knives. ChefsChoice Carving TipsAccording to ChefsChoice, knife sharpener manufacturers, sharp knives are not only safer, they will help you smoothly cut thin, even slices without shredding the meat. The ChefsChoice M130 makes sharpening easy. It professionally sharpens, steels and strops all brands and types of knives. Precision guides eliminate guesswork for sharp, durable edges. (Visit www.chefschoice.com or call 800-342-3255.) After the turkey is cooked (meat thermometer should read 180 when inserted in the thickest part of bird), cool for 20 minutes. Cooling makes meat firmer and easier to slice. Remove and set aside the legs and last joint of each wing. Make a long, deep (to the bone), horizontal base cut into the breast just above wing. Slice down vertically through breast until you meet the original base cut. This will release perfect, even slices. Following these preparation and carving tips can help make your Thanksgiving a meal to remember.

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