Bryce Bartolacci Named 2013 Outstanding Camper

Bryce Bartolacci of Wind Gap, was recognized as the Outstanding Camper at the Monroe County 39th Annual Conservation Camp. This camp was held at Stony Acres, a 119 acre wildlife sanctuary and recreational facility in Marshalls Creek owned by East Stroudsburg University. The campers, ages 14 to 18 completed a weeklong residential camp. They participated in a variety of hands-on and classrooms programs. The programs included archery, herpetology and soil and land use. Also, the week had confidence courses, a community farm tour, wildlife rehabilitation, muzzle loading and a fun-filled two day canoe trip on the Delaware River. The end of the camp had Family Day and a Student Recognition event. Bryce was awarded with a plaque and a partial scholarship to Penn States Conservation Leadership School in 2014. All of the participating campers were recognized for their participation by the States Bureau of Forestry and the Game Commission in Monroe County Conservation District and Federation of Sportsmens Club. The Monroe County Conservation Districts Environmental Education Center provides year-round environmental education programs for people of all ages. Our Center is dedicated to fostering community awareness through first-hand experience of the natural environment of the Poconos. For further information about next years camp, please call 570629-3061.

Members of Trinity Lutheran Church Bangor held its 4th Annual Backpack Campaign to benefit the Slater Family Network. The backpacks were filled, blessed and distributed to many of the needy students in the district.

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Competitors in the Pen Argyl Cross their selection of pastries as well as coffee, now available Saturdays Country race on September 4th. and Sundays.

Maria Saba, owner of Roseto Bakery, with her son, Michael, showing

Northampton Community College's Center for International Education is looking for several families to host Danish students for four or 10 weeks starting in October 2013. Host families will receive a $150 stipend per week for each student. Hosts are required to provide transportation, meals, and suitable lodging for

one to two students. For more information please email Monica Samson at msamson @northampton.edu or call 610-332-6442. We would like to wish Desiree Santo a very Happy Birthday. She will be 19 on September 16th. Jeremiah Santo will be celebrating her birthday on September 20th. Have a great

birthday, Jeremiah! Casey Becker will be celebrating her birthday on September 16th. Have a wonderful birthday, casey! We would like to wish Tyler Hill a very Happy Birthday on September 16th. Happy Birthday wishes are sent to Leigh Stevens, who will be celebrating on September 17th. The Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus of the Slate Belt will be sponsoring a bus trip to the Mohegan Sun Casino on Sunday, September 22nd. The bus will leave the Lafayette Ambassador Bank parking lot in Mr. Zs plaza at 9am sharp. For reservations, call Minnie Thomas at 610-863-6589 or Tony

Barazzoul at 610-8635611. The cost is $25 per person. You will receive a $15 rebate and a $10 food voucher. Pocono Raceway will host the Drive the Triangle event, benefitting the United Way of Monroe County. Donors will have the opportunity to take their personal vehicles, for a $10 donation, per lap, around the 2.5-mile Raceway between the hours of 1 pm 7 pm on Wednesday, September 18 and Thursday, September 19. For more information, please visit www.poconoraceway.co m/trackdrive13. We love hearing from you! Send your tidbits of information to: The PRESS 1 Broadway Bangor, PA 18013
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Here is a list of the new items added to the collection of the Bangor Public Library during the week of August 29th to September 4th, 2013. Adult Fiction: Bohjalian, Chris The Light in the Ruins; Crandall, Susan Whistling Past the Graveyard; Fowler, Karen Joy We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves; Galbraith, Robert The Cuckoo's Calling; Ignatius, David The Bank of Fear; Jackson, Lisa Ready to Die; Joyce, Graham Some Kind of Fairy Tale; Kiernan,

Stephen The Curiosity; Matthews, Jason Red Sparrow; Quatro, Jamie I Want to Show You More; Rice, Luanne The Lemon Orchard; Schine, Cathleen Fin & Lady; Thayer, Nancy Island Girls. Adult Non-Fiction: Bogard, Paul The End of Night; Brown, Daniel James The Boys in the Boat; Graeber, Charles The Good Nurse; Koppel, Lily The Astronaut Wives Club; Miller, Kimberly Rae Coming Clean; O'Brien, Edna Country Girl; Perry, Barbara Rose Kennedy.

Here is a list of new items added to the collection at the Blue Mountain Community Library in Pen Argyl this month. Letters From Skye Jessica Brockmole; Mistress - James Patterson; The English Girl Daniel Silva; Unseen Karin Slaughter; Crime of Privilege - Walter Walker.

The Astronaut Wives Club - Lily Koppel; The Boys In The Boat Daniel J. Brown; The Butler - Wil Haywood; Lost Girls - Robert Kolker. Rutherford Park Elizabeth Cooke; True Love - Jude Deveraux; Hunting Eve - Iris Johansen; First Sight Danielle Steel; Hidden Order - Brad Thor.

Bangor Area Secondary School PTSA Announces SlateRock 2013 Concert

The BASS (Bangor Area Secondary Schools) PTSA is hosting SlateRock 2013. To create a one of a kind high powered youth event for the area, BASS PTSA has teamed up with Rock for Character and RDS Entertainment. SlateRock is a first-ofits-kind event in the area and will create two different action packed atmospheres simultaneously. A live rock concert will showcase local and national artists while "FUNktion" will deliver a bass pumping, psycho-cyber radiant light show. It's a safe event for the area's youth to dance, rock, and revel in the positive message these artists promote. SlateRock 2013 will hold its first event on September 27th from 6-9pm at Bangor Area Middle School (doors open at 5:30pm). All ages from any community are invited to attend to see performances by Before We Fade, SkySleeper, Zo, Gallo, Jonathan Padilla, RDS Entertainment, and Reverse Order. Special appearance by Scott The Animal Heckman from the UFC also. To purchase tickets you can visit Merchants Bank or go to www.slaterockmusic.co m. Tickets purchased in advance are $7 or at the door are $10. Please feel free to contact Jennifer Newland at 610-217-7088 or at jenn@slate rockmusic.com with any questions regarding this event or questions about tickets.
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Goal keeper Kasey Hanlon blocking the goal mouth. Kasey had an amazing nine saves.

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Sara Cinelli gets set to slap the ball out of her own end field.

(NAPSI)This little pig went to market isnt just a familiar nursery rhyme. Its now a hands-on attraction at state and county fairs that teaches youth about agricultural commodities and the economics of raising and selling livestock. Through the Commodity Carnival gamescreated by Ohio State University professors Paul Kuber and Bob Hortonlocal 4-H members educate fairgoers about the risks that farmers confront daily in order to bring food to market. The games are sponsored jointly by 4-H, the nations largest youth development organization, and CME Group, which helps farmers and other businesses manage risk around the world. The agriculture market is so critical to the economy that educating youth about commodities role is vital, explains Donald T. Floyd, Jr., president and CEO of National 4-H Council. Together with the 4-H, were growing agricultural literacy and educating visitors about risk in a fun, interactive way, adds Anita Liskey, a CME Group managing director. Commodity Carnival participants load their pig, actually a plastic egg, with inputs they

can customize-from hog food in the form of corn kernels and soybeans to paper pieces representing investments in caring for and transporting the animal. When ready for market, the pig is weighed to determine the cost per 100 pounds to raise it. At the adjoining Pig-Linko board, participants send their pigs down the peg board while trying to navigate risk factors such as weather or regulations that can impact the animals sale price. If the participant earns a profit, he or she wins a silver rosette

ribbon for bringing home the bacon. To view a video about the program and see a

list of fairs hosting the Commodity Carnival, visit www.4H.org/commoditycarnival.

Health and Resource Fair Open To All Slate Belt Residents

Slate Belt Visiting Nurses, Inc., Slate Belt Medical Equipment, and Slate Belt Home Care located at 455 and 457 Blue Valley Drive, Bangor, Pa. are sponsoring a Health and Community Resource Fair on Tuesday, September 17th, at 9am at the Weona Park Recreation Center in Pen Argyl. The fair will run from 9am to 2pm. There will be many vendors supplying information on resources available for the Slate Belt and surrounding communities. Several members of the Professional Staff at SBVNI will be on hand to answer any health related questions or concerns. Miller Blood Bank will have a coach on site from 9am to 2pm for blood donations. Photo ID is required for a blood donation. Flu shots will also be available. If you have Medicare Part B, there is no charge to the recipient for the vaccination. If you have different insurance, you may be able to send in the receipt for reimbursement. All HMO Recipients (SR Blue, Freedom Blue, Aetna HMO, etc) should seek the Flu shot from their family physician. There will be charge of $35.00 for all recipients not enrolled in Medicare Part B. If you plan to get the flu shot, please bring your Medicare card and photo ID with you. There will be free health screenings, and refreshments. The fair is open to all residents of the Slate Belt and surrounding communities.

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Bangor High School cheerleaders pose for the camera before the game.

Retired Marine Wins Senior Volunteer Award

(NAPSI)The volunteer efforts of a retired military man have earned him a commendation. Retired Maj. Melvin McLaughlin (USMC), 95, has been named the winner of the Home Instead Senior Care networks Salute to Senior Service Contest. He is being recognized for his work, which began more than four decades ago, at Gifford Medical Center in Randolph, Vermont. McLaughlin started his volunteer work there when he retired after a 25-year career with the U.S. Marines. Since then, he has taken on whatever job had to be done, whether it was delivering newspapers, taking food orders or simply spending time with patients. The Home Instead Senior Care network launched the Salute to Senior Service program in 2012 as a way to recognize the many contributions that seniors make in their communities. The retired major was selected as the winner from among nearly 1,300 nominees nationwide. A $5,000 gift will be donated by Home Instead, Inc., franchisor of the Home Instead Senior Care network and contest sponsor, to Gifford Medical Center in honor of McLaughlins dedicated service. For more information about the Salute to Senior Service program, and to learn more about nominating someone you know in 2014, visit the website at www.Saluteto SeniorService.com.

(NAPSI)More than 65 million people in the United States care for someone with a chronic condition, disability or frailty. These caregivers often accompany their loved ones to doctors appointments. By making the most of these appointments, caregivers can help improve the care their loved one receives and also ease some of the stress they often experience as a caregiver. Clear communication between physicians and caregivers can help make appointments more productive and beneficial for everyone involved, most impor-

tantly, the patient and care recipient, said Rhonda Randall, D.O., chief medical officer for United Healthcare Retiree Solutions. Remember that you and the physician share a goal: providing the best care for your loved one. If you are a caregiver, consider these tips: Introduce yourself: Get permission from your loved one to speak directly with doctors. This typically requires the patient to sign a release form at each doctors office. Explain your role. Ask questions about diagnoses, medications

and ongoing care needs. Educate yourself: Understanding your loved ones conditions will help you better communicate with doctors and make you a better advocate. Document important information: Keeping a record of physician contacts, medications, symptoms and health changes will help you remember what to address at each appointment and help the doctor make informed decisions. Ask for copies of test results and keep them for future reference. Understand health coverage and benefits: Before appointments, learn what is covered by your loved ones health plan. Ask physicians about the risks, benefits and alternatives to their recommendations and the associated cost. Avoid financial surprises by understanding out-of-pocket costs for appointments, tests or procedures. If you have questions, call the number on the backof the insurance card. Ask questions: Come to appointments prepared with a list of questions. During the visits, take notes so you can refer to them later. Dont neglect your

own health: Taking care of yourself will put you in the best position to provide care for others. If you care for an older adult or anticipate taking on a caregiver role, you should know about the tools and resources available to make the job of being a caregiver a bit easier. To get the support you need, you can visit WhatIsSolutionsForCar egivers.com or call (877)765-4473.

Local Leaders Will Serve On Panel For Discussion On Hunger In Lehigh Valley
Janet Ney, Coordinator of Advocacy and Outreach for Second Harvest Food bank of Lehigh Valley and Northeast PA, Marcie Lightwood, Social Worker for Trinity Soup Kitchen and Ira Faro from the Lehigh Valley Conference of Churches will participate in a panel discussion hosted by the Peanut Butter Project and St. Matthews Lutheran Church following a free showing of the documentary A Place at the Table, which is a powerful documentary film about hunger in America. St. Matthews is located at 521 E. Locust Street, Bethlehem; registration will begin at 1:00 pm, the film will start at 1:20 pm, and the panel discussion specific to hunger in the Lehigh Valley will begin at 3:00 pm. Discussed will include how the stories and information in the film relate to our local LV hunger issues, and how we can impact food insufficiency with current and future programs. The public is invited to attend the event, which is free. This film presents the true portrayal of what it is like to be food insecure in America today. says Nancy Walters, a Forks Township resident and the founder of the Peanut Butter Project. The movie is powerful and all too true; the hidden reality is that hunger is local. The Lehigh Valley is no exception, and food insufficiency affects individuals, families, and especially children and the elderly. Hunger is not just an urban issue, our suburbs are also in need of food assistance programs, and access to healthy food is a critical issue. Partnering with St. Matthews to bring this film to the area will help connect people with the information needed to support local antihunger efforts. The Peanut Butter Project was founded in June of 2012 to respond to an emergency need for peanut butter at the downtown Easton food pantry administered by ProJeCt of Easton. It has evolved to promote hunger awareness and improve community understanding of local hunger issues, which includes poverty, inadequate food assistance and the high cost and availability of healthy food, which affects child development, education and health. For more information about the Peanut Butter Project and the film, contact Nancy Walters at nancywalters@rcn.com or at 610.253.0726.

Bring Everyone To Portland Family Fun Day

This is your day, Portland! Join the fun, meet your neighbors, make new friends, everyone welcome. The committee has been working on Portland Family Fun Day for several weeks and would like to invite you to participate. They are looking for vendors: food vendors, art and craft vendors and antique vendors. For more information on vendor participation, contact Cindy at 973600-7120. The day will be packed with fun and entertainment; Pie baking contest, fun in the pumpkin patch, funnel cakes, bake sale, live music, vendors, games and in honor of Fire Prevention Month, Portland Hook and Ladder will be on hand to share fire prevention tips. Watch for more information about the ringing of the bells" to honor fallen firemen. The Portland Pokey will be open and local residents will be on hand to discuss the history of Portland. The event will take place downtown Portland. In case of rain the event will be moved to the Portland Municipal Gym. For more info, call Stephanie at 570897 -5212.

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Salisbury wins football game against Bangor 41 to 27. Senior Phil Vass of Salisbury breaks a tackle and picks up good yardage.

NCC Presents Dine-Arounds for Fall

Fine dining and a chance to meet the chefs awaits participants in the fall dine-around experiences presented by Northampton Community College. Hampton Winds at Lunch features NCCs culinary students, Chef Scott Kalamar, and Pastry Chef Kelly Stern. Youll be invited back to the state-of-the-art kitchen to observe students preparing your four-course luncheon. Friday, Oct. 11, 11:45 a.m.-2 p.m. Ethnic Walking Tour will include the best that Bethlehem has to offer. Establishments visited include La Petite Provence, Ephesus, McCarthys Tea Room, Jennys Kuali, Franklin Hill Vineyards, and Molto Pazzo. Saturday, Oct. 5, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The Bookstore Speakeasy offers the ambience of a 1920s speakeasy, jazz music, and a delicious dinner. Tuesday, Oct. 1, 7-9 p.m. Maxims 22 Bistro & Brasserie is the latest venture of Josh Palmer of Eastons Sette Luna. Reminiscent of an authentic French bistro with a cosmopolitan dining scene, this is a fine-yet-casual dining experience. Tuesday, Sept. 10, 7-9 p.m. BeanBath Caf offers a cozy atmosphere and a threecourse dining experience in this family owned-and-operated caf. Sunday, Sept. 22, 5-7 p.m. OR 7-9 p.m. For detailed descriptions or to register online for these events, please visit www.northampton.edu/l ifelearn.

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Amanada Koerber keeping the ball away from a Northwestern defender. Pen Argyl wins the field hockey game 4 to 1.

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Tim Brunsteher battles a Dieruff defender for control of the soccer ball. Pen Argyl won the game against Dieruff 2 to 1.

Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center Plans September Community Programs

Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center, located at 835 Jacobsburg Road, Wind Gap, has announced their Community Programs for September. Tuesday Trails: Biweekly from Tuesdays, through November 12th 5:30 to 7pm. Hikes are about 2.5 miles over uneven terrain. Routes and meeting locations will vary each week. Register by contacting Lauren Forster at laforster@pa.gov or 610-746-2809 to receive information on where were hiking each Tuesday. Pennsylvania Songbirds: A Workshop for Teachers: Saturday, September 21st 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Songbirds is a hands-on, interdisciplinary, K-12 teacher resource and activity guide about Pennsylvania songbirds developed by DCNR Bureau of State Parks, Audubon Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Content areas include bird biology, habitats, observing and identifying songbirds, migration, songbird research techniques, ways to help songbirds, classroom activities and much more. Workshop also includes a visit to a songbird banding station where participants will learn about the banding process and see and hold live songbirds! $25.00 fee includes lunch, Pennsylvania Songbirds teachers manual and handouts. To register contact Rick Wiltraut at rwiltraut@pa.gov 610746-2810. National Public Lands Day: Saturday, September 28th 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Join us for a day of stewardship as we try to restore the ecological integrity of Jacobsburg with tree planting, butterfly garden clean-up, litter pick-ups and much more. Your help will be greatly appreciated. To register, contact Rick Wiltraut at rwiltraut@pa.gov or 610-746-2810. Magnificent Monarchs Sunday, September 29th 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Join us for this program about the incredible life of the beautiful Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus). Learn about its life cycle, migration and how you can help Monarchs in your area. Local butterfly enthusiast Doug Burton will be on hand to capture and tag any Monarch Butterflies we might see. Nets will be provided for anyone who wants to help capture Monarchs for tagging. To register, contact Rick Wiltraut at rwiltraut@pa.gov 610746-2810.