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Volume 3 Issue 5

Community Calendar and Local

Church Listingsp. 6

DIY Wood Block Photo

Transfer Project

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Games and Entertainment

for all agesp. 9

The Legend of Bloody Springs

from 1876p. 8

FigoFood: Rainbow Skewers

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Controversy on Tap in Sunbury

By: Joe Bartello, III

Youth Baseball Opening Day Full of Fun and Excitement

By: Max White

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Photo: Bob Zimmerman accepting framed certificate from Don Molaro

Sunbury, PA – With spring in full swing and summer around the corner, the Sunbury Baseball season got underway on April 30th. The first game of the season was the highly anticipated match between the Sun-bury’s Phillies and Pirates tee ball teams. It was an exciting game for the kids and parents alike. It is a great example of family fun here in the city. Many more games were played throughout the day at the North 4h Street Recreation Complex behind the Sunbury YMCA. Sunbury Youth Baseball serves chil-dren in the Shikellamy school district ages 4-15. The season runs through July 9th.

Work on Veterans Memorial Bridge in Sunbury UnderwayPress Release from Penn DOT

Celebrate the Opening Day of Central PA’s Premier

River Outfitter on May 28thBy: Kory Kramer

Adam T. Bower Inflatable Dam 2016 Schedule

Press Release from State Representative Lynda Schlegel Culver’s Office

Radiance Holistic Center and Academy Opens in SunburyPress release from Greater Susquehanna

Valley Chamber of Commerce

Zimmerman Motors First Northumberland County Fair Partner

for 2016Press Release from the

Northumberland County Fair Committee

Montoursville, PA – A bridge rehabilitation project on the Route 61 Veterans Memorial Bridge between the City of Sun-bury in Northumberland County and Shamokin Dam Borough in Snyder County, begins Monday, May 9.

The project includes deck repairs, the installation of new expansion dams, the application of an epoxy overlay and delin-eation.

Work will be between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday until the project’s com-pletion in early August. There will be lane closures during the project. Expect slow-moving traffic.

HRI, Inc., of State College is the prime contractor on this $1.5 million project.

Motorists should be alert and drive with caution through the work zone.

Motorists can check con-ditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 770 traffic cameras.

Sunbury, PA – Living in the Central Susquehan-na Valley, you have probably visited the Shikel-lamy State Park Marina for a walk on its trails, to admire the river or for a picnic under one of its tall trees. On your own you can only have so much fun at the marina. But with help from Lake Augusta Outfitters, or LAO, you can hit the river on a jet ski or a kayak after a few peaceful laps around the park.

Angela Troutman is in her seventh season as the owner and operator of the area’s premiere river outfitter, stationed on the right as you enter the park. The Penn State grad took me on a tour of the business while she explained the adventurous services it offers.

For those speed-seekers looking to skim across the Susquehanna in style, LAO offers jet ski rentals, one being the size of a small boat and can seat up to four people! After a twenty minute course, riders will be certified for the time of the rental, then unleashed upon five miles of river to shred. “We’re the only jet ski and pontoon rental in a 100 mile radius,” says Troutman. “Show up prepared to get wet and we’ll take care of the rest.”

Sunbury, PA – If all goes as planned, the opera-tional schedule for the Adam T. Bower inflatable dam in Sunbury will follow the schedule below, weather permitting, of course.• Inflation should begin around May 2, and gen-erally takes 10-14 days to complete.• Marina docks should begin being installed around May 16, and they should be in place for the start of the marina season, Memorial Day weekend.

According to the Center for Disease Control, Sunbury is the only municipality in Northumberland County that has a fluoridated water system. Why do we have water fluoridation? It costs money, it

is hard on the water system equipment and pipes, and it is ineffective for preventing tooth decay. In re-cent years, much research has come out that has proven the many negative health effects from the use of fluoride in our drinking water, especially for the people who are most vulnerable such as the elderly and young children. Let’s make 2016 the year Sunbury ends water fluoridation.

In December we spoke with the General Manager of the Sunbury Municipal Authority, Dan Ramer, and asked him if they have given any thought to ending the practice of adding fluoride to Sunbury’s

drinking water. Mr. Ramer stated that they have been considering it, but are still looking at the research and trying to come to a conclusion one way or the other. Now is a good time to make your voice heard if you are in favor of ending water fluoridation in Sunbury.

Fluoride is the only chemical added to the water to treat you, the individual, instead of the water. And even if you don’t drink it, it still gets into your body through the shower or bath water. It can’t be boiled out or evaporated away. The only way to get rid of it is to stop putting it into our water in the first place.

Today, new studies have shown that the dangers of fluoride far outweigh the negligible benefits. Some of these harmful health effects on our bodies are hy-pothyroidism, kidney disease, diabetes, weight gain, gastrointestinal effects, low metabolism, dental fluo-rosis, bone fractures, male infertility, cardiovascular

Sunbury, PA – On Wednesday, March 30th, the Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Com-merce and members had the pleasure of joining co-owners, Christina Major and Jessica Mena, of Radiance Holistic Center and Academy as they cut the ribbon to officially open the business at 353 Market St. Sunbury, PA. Radiance Holistic Center and Academy offer alternative medicine and professional services.

Sunbury, PA – “Northumber-land County Fair’s 2016 Part-nership drive is off to a good start,” says Partnership Chair-man, Roberta Molaro. “We sent invitations to over a hundred prospective and former partic-ipants between mid-March and early April.”

While a few recipients have made inquiries, the first civic-minded Fair Partner to commit is Zimmerman Motors on Route 61, Sunbury. When owner, Bob Zimmerman, was presented with his Partnership Certificate on April 4th, he

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Volunteer OpportunitiesPay it forward! Help those in

need in our community by volunteering or donating

to local organizations. You are greatly needed!

NEED VOLUNTEERS AND DONATIONS: The Salvation Army is an international organization that ministers to the public, providing financial assistance as well as providing food, clothing and shelter. They are always accepting monetary donations as well as clothing and house hold item donations. The Milton location is looking for volunteers to help with the thrift store as well. Contact the Salvation Army: (570) 742-4231 | 30 Center Street, Milton, PA 17847

NEED VOLUNTEERS: Across the state and nation the number of volunteer firefighters has waned to what some are calling “crisis level.” In 1976, Pennsyl-vania had about 300,000 vol-unteer firefighters and today, there are only about 50,000. Help to protect your commu-nity by becoming a volunteer firefighter. You are greatly needed! For more information please contact the Sunbury Fire Department at 570-286-8017.

NEED FOOD DONATIONS AND VOLUNTEERS: Elijah’s bowl is a weekly community meal held every Saturday from 11 am to 12 pm. Coffee and juice are served at 10:30am. They now are able to help individuals find jobs using the classifieds adver-tisements, offer transportation, and provide 2 loaves of bread and a bag of groceries to each individual that comes to the lunch. This service is entirely run by volunteers and is funded only by donations. Please contact the First Presbyterian Church of Sunbury to discuss volunteer options:238 Market Street, Sunbury, PA 17801 | 570-286-7211

NEED VOLUNTEERS: (must be age 18+ years of age)Functions performed by the hospice volunteers who visit in patient’s homes are varied and contingent upon the needs of the patient/family. They may include talking to, listening to, writing letters for, reading to the patient/family, teaching crafts, preparing light meals, running errands, making phone calls, decorating for holidays, etc. Volunteers are not respon-sible for personal care of the pa-tient or any procedure usually performed by nursing staff.

Functions performed by the Hospice Care Center volunteers are varied and include: visit, talk and listen to the hospice patient/family; offer tours of the care center to visitors or to help orient a family; write let-ters, read, play games or teach a craft to patients; assist patients and families with receiving and partaking of meals; serve as a companion for the patient for short periods of time so family members feel comfortable leav-ing.

Hospice Volunteer Contact: Carrie Stine

1-800-634-5232, ext. 1450

NEED VOLUNTEERS: If you’re passionate about community service, care deeply for people and have the time and energy, we’d love to have your help at Sunbury Community Hospital. Volunteering opportunities are available in various depart-ments throughout our hospital. Contact Barbara Aucker, SCH volunteer coordinator at 570-286-3339.

NEED VOLUNTEERS: Senior Action Centers offer people 55 years of age and older an oppor-tunity to meet and make new friends. The Northumberland County AAA supports Senior Action Centers located in vari-ous municipalities throughout the county. Hours for the center are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Mon-day through Friday. Volunteers help support daily activities at the centers. Volunteers are always welcome. Contact the Sunbury SAC at:570-286-1820 | 601 Pennsylva-nia Ave Sunbury, PA 17801Karen McCaulley, Managersunburysac@ptd.net

NEED VOLUNTEERS AND DONATIONS: Haven to Home’s mission is to rescue dogs in need, rehabilitate them in a quality, nurturing environment, and re-home them in a loving, responsible, permanent home as soon as possible. We will strive to promote a culture of kind-ness in our community through networking and education. dWe care for our rescued dogs in foster homes which become “The Haven” in the Haven to Home Rescue. Since June 2008, we have rescued and found per-manent homes for over 1,000 dogs in central Pennsylvania. Haven to Home is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. We are totally volunteer driven and depend on the time, talent and generosity of our local com-munity. Contact us at 570-884-5067.

NEED VOLUNTEERS: Northum-berland County’s rehabilitation centers and nursing facilities are always welcoming volun-teers to visit with the residents and assist with activities. Contact any of the following facilities to learn more about the volunteer opportunities they offer.Golden LivingCenters 1040 Market StreetSunbury, PA570-286-6922ManorCare Health Services800 Court StreetSunbury, PA570-286-7121

NEED VOLUNTEERS WITH ART OR MUSIC BACKGROUND: Suncom Industries, Inc is a non-profit, human services agency, currently welcoming volunteers with art or mu-sic backgrounds to teach or provide demonstrations to people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Please contact Sharon Roedts Monday- Friday from 8:00am – 3:30 pm at 570-473-8352 or by email at sroedts@suncom.org for more information. Thank you!

NEED DESSERT DONATIONS: The “Soup Place” is held in the First Reformed Church at 160 Chestnut Street in Sunbury ev-ery Thursday from 4:30 to 5:30. This ministry provides a hearty soup and more for free and everyone is welcome. Dessert donations are always needed and can be placed on the island in the church kitchen with the label “Soup Place”.

NEED CLOTHING, FOOD AND MONETARY DONATIONS: Hav-en Ministries, the only homeless shelter serving Snyder, Union and Northumberland Counties, is always in need of food and clothing for the patrons they serve. In addition, monetary donations are appreciated to assist in the cost of maintain-ing the facility and purchasing needed supplies. Please mail donations to 1043 South Front Street, Sunbury, PA 17801 and make checks out to Haven Ministries. All donations are tax deductible.

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NEED VOLUNTEERS: Northum-berland County’s rehabilitation centers and nursing facilities are always welcoming volun-teers to visit with the residents and assist with activities. Contact the facility below to learn more about the volunteer opportunities they offer.Nottingham Village58 Neitz RoadNorthumberland, PA570-473-8366

NEED VOLUNTEERS: Vol-unteers needed to transport wheelchair-bound residents to and from activities and meals, assist with group activities, spend time with residents one-on-one and assist with special events. Milton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center743 Mahoning StreetMilton, PA570-742-2681(obtain an application from the receptionist in the front lobby)

Watsontown Nursing and Rehabilitiation Center245 East Eighth StreetWatsontown, PA570-538-2561

NEED VOLUNTEERS: Northum-berland County’s rehabilitation centers and nursing facilities are always welcoming volun-teers to visit with the residents and assist with activities. Con-tact the following facilities to learn more about the volunteer opportunities they offer.Emmanuel Center For Nursing600 School House RoadDanville, PA570-275-6100Grandview Health Homes, Inc.49 Woodbine LaneDanville, PA570-275-5240

NEED VOLUNTEERS: Northum-berland County’s rehabilitation centers and nursing facilities are always welcoming volun-teers to visit with the residents and assist with activities. Contact any of the following facilities to learn more about the volunteer opportunities they offer.Mountain View Nursing and Rehabilitation Center2050 Trevorton RoadCoal Township, PA570-644-4400Mount Carmel Nursing and Rehabilitation2616 Locust Gap HighwayMt. Carmel, PA570-339-2501

NEED FOOD DONATIONS: The Trinity United Methodist Church of Northumberland’s Food Pantry is open to anyone in need who resides in the Shikellamy School District on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 9:00 to 11:00am. Food donations from the community assist in providing meals to the needy. Donations may be dropped off at Trinity United Methodist Church at 300 Sixth Street in Northumberland. For more information please call 570-473-9145.

NEED VOLUNTEERS: The Friends of The Priestly-Forsyth Memorial Library hold a book drive the first Saturday of every month at the Christ United Methodist Church, across the park from the library. It is held from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Volunteers are needed to help scan, sort and box books.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE: The Ronald McDonald House of Danville provides compas-sionate, temporary, convenient, subsidized housing and related programs for childhood cancer patients and other seriously ill children and their families while the child is undergoing treatment at area medical facil-ities. Many volunteer opportu-nities are available to assist in the Ronald McDonald house’s mission. Opportunities include a desk attendant that welcomes and registers new families, a house task volunteer, fundrais-ing or serving on an organizing committee for an event. Call 570-271-6300 for more infor-mation.

NEED VOLUNTEERS: The Susquehanna Interfaith Coun-cil Meals-on-Wheels Program delivers midday meals, Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 11:30-12:30. Volunteers are needed. For more information call (570) 286-3552.

Send us your volunteer opportunities for next month! Our volunteer

opportunity listings are always free.

NEED VOLUNTEERS: The HandUP Foundation is in search of volunteers to assist with their mission. The HandUP Foundation exists to help our neighbors in need to get back on their feet and find stability and success. Opportunities include assisting with operations at the HandUP store, the HandUP recycling center, the food bank, New Hope Church, the HandUP fresh food initiative, the Hand-UP offices, repairing homes and landscaping, as well as vehicle repair and administrative op-portuntites. Visit their website to find their full list of volunteer opportunties or call the HandUP foundation for more informa-tion. www.handupfoundation.org262 Willow Street, Milton PA570-742-3000

NEED VOLUNTEERS, FOOD AND MONETARY DONATIONS: The Mount Carmel food pantry, located on 26 N. Market Street is in need of food donations and money donations. They distrib-ute on the first and third Thurs-day of each month and feed over 100 families every 2 weeks. Stables such as peanut butter and jelly, canned goods, pasta, sauce and soupds. Call 570-373-1016 for more information on how to donate or volunteer.

NEED VOLUNTEERS AND DONATIONS: The “Jubilee Kitchen” is held at the Mahon-ing Presbyterian Church at 106 Mahoning Street in Danville and offers a simple free lunch for individuals and families of all ages. The Kitchen is open from 11am - 12:30pm on Saturdays. Dining hall doors open at 9am for a coffee and donut social and bread/pastries available to take home after the meal. Volunteers are needed to prepare/serve each Saturday’s lunch. Funds needed to assist in the cost of the kitchen. Checks can be made payable to Jubilee Kitchen and can be sent to Nancy Styer, 624 Columbia Hill Rd. Danville, PA 17821 or to the church. Call 570-271-1260 for more info.

NEED LITERACY VOLUNTEERS: In need of literacy volunteers to help with adult education classes in the surrounding towns: Shamokin, Sunbury, Bloomsburg, and Lewisburg. Assist students with language, math and reading skills.

Clearances are required. If you are interested please con-tact Rhonda Gilliom by phone (570)523-1155, ext. 2327 or by email rgilliom@csiu.org.

NEED LITERACY VOLUNTEERS: In need of literacy volunteers to help with adult education classes in the surrounding towns: Shamokin, Sunbury, Bloomsburg, and Lewisburg. Assist students with language, math and reading skills.

Clearances are required. If you are interested please con-tact Rhonda Gilliom by phone (570)523-1155, ext. 2327 or by email rgilliom@csiu.org.

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‘Sunbury Together’ Group Holds Second

Listening SessionBy: Joe Bartello, III

Career Exploration Group Assists Members of the

Community with DisabilitiesPress Release from The ARC, Susquehanna Valley

About two dozen people from around the Sunbury area gathered to talk about the issues in Sunbury with the “Sunbury Together” group on April 7th, in the community room at Memorial Acres in Sunbury.

“Sunbury Together” is a newly forming interfaith group of Sunbury religious leaders who deeply care about the community. They are looking to identify the needs of the community and come up with solutions to meet those needs. The meeting was a very nice open dialog between many people of different faiths about ways to bring our Sunbury community together.

At the start of the meeting, everyone was instructed to intro-duce themselves and state what they thought was a barrier to bringing people together in Sunbury. The top reasons listed were; Sunbury’s bad reputation, very little good paying jobs and no public transportation. Other people mentioned lack of volunteers, no community bank that is willing to invest in the local area, lack of high-tech job training, and poverty in general.

With an unemployment rate at 12.3% it makes sense that these would be the top items on the list of barriers keeping Sunbury from becoming a thriving community again. This group is not only about discussing barriers in Sunbury, it is also about finding solutions and strategies to change the state of our city.

The group’s message is that our city has a long list of assets that make it a great place to live. The challenge is how to get people to come together and get to know the other people in the community. One of the first steps that was talked about was having small local-ized neighborhood block parties to bring neighbors out and talking to each other. The Hill Neighborhood is a good example of a neigh-borhood that is already doing this. These activities are important because if you know your neighbor, you can work together to keep your neighborhood safe. Attending city council meetings is another way that was discussed to help people feel ownership of their com-munity and work together to resolve problems. At these meetings, the council members and mayor discuss issues and finances in the city. Community members are always encouraged to attend and ask questions or bring up concerns.

Beyond that, some larger ideas introduced include matching volunteers

with agencies that need them and the development of public

People with disabilities want to have productive jobs in their community – not sit on their couch all day watching television. Unfortunately, approximately 70%of working-age people with disabilities are NOT working. Since those of us here at The Arc, Susquehanna Valley, are passionate about helping our self-advo-cates live better lives, we started a career exploration group on March 10, 2016. The six participants have been learning how to make a good first impression, fill out job applications, figure out what job is right for them, and interact with potential employers. The group recently paid visits to Tony’s Custom Tailor Shop and The Costume Closet. Other activities include hands-on learning where self-advocates pretend they are working in a donut shop or fast food restaurant. Future visits to local businesses and volun-teering are planned.

By the end of the workshop, all participants will have an up-dated resume, hands-on work experience, interview skills, and job references. The workshop will conclude on June 9 with a gradu-ation ceremony and party. A special thank you to Weis Markets and Troutman & Sons for their generous donations. Without the generosity of businesses like Weis Markets and Troutman & Sons, this event wouldn’t have been possible.

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Open Fri and Sat 8am to 2pm with the curb market and

several vendors opening at 7am

-Balascik’s Meats-Beth’s Book Garden

-Boof Biscuits (available through The Shopping Block)

-Charlene’s Avon Corner-Community Booth-Crafted Together

-Creations by Jennifer-Eclecticalities

-Flowers by Gay-Heimbach’s Bake Shoppe

-Jessica’s Kitchen-Kohl’s Market

-Nelson’s Choice Produce-Rebuck’s Meats

-Ross Family Farm -Ruth’s Quilts

-Stauffer’s Home Baked Goods

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Block A-Anew You Hair Salon-Best Law Offices, LLC-Bible Depot-Catholic Charities-Full Feather-James Best Law Firm-Joel Wiest Law Firm-Michael J O’Conner Law Firm-Precisions Hair Studio-Purdy Insurance-Stained Glass Inn-Thomas Boop Law Firm

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Block C-The Daily Item-Albright Foot Care Center-Masonic Temple-Parkview Room-Subway-Sports Zone Toys and Comics-Robert Carl Accountant-Wiest Law Firm-First Presbyterian Church-Sunbury Moose-McGuigan’s Public House-FuBar-Danley’s Hotel-Drastic Pleasures Tattoo Studio-Extended Arms Home Care-Pop Snyder’s Lunch

Block E-Custom Care Pharmacy-Northeast Consumer Loan Co.-Great Wall Chinese Restaurant-Universal Medical Supplies-Lightning Rent-to-Own-Anything Shop-Central Susquehanna Sight Services-A Community Clinic-Aerus Electrolux

Block G-BBT Bank-Dollar General Store-Lisa’s Hair Salon-Rebecca’s Treats Cafe and Bakery-Sunbury Market House -Saturday Curbside Market-Alternatives-Sunbury Police Department-Rt. 61 Roadhouse-Squeeze-In-Danville Glass & Locksmith

Block H-The Hotel Edison-Tony’s Custom Tailor Shop-Original Italian Garden-Jasmine-Aire Boutique-Holistic and Spiritual Center & Metaphysical Shop-Something Special Floral & Gifts-Geisinger Ophthalmology-Gentleman’s Barber Shop

Block I-Puff’s Express-PA Institute of Neurological Disorders and Pain Management-US Male/American Lady Hair Center-J&J Medical, Inc.-Mystic Dragon-Asian Express: Hibachi, Thai & Chinese Restaurant-Asuro IT Services

Block K-Gold ‘N Copy-Body Mods Tattoos-Sunbury Sub Shop-Community Prayer Room (CPR)-Marlin’s Sub Shop

Block M-Alexander Cadillac, Buick, GMC

Block N-Hurr’s Dairy Ice Cream & Dynamic Wings Express-The Refuge-Golf Trap

Block L-Scott Tower Sunbury Housing

Explore the many businesses downtown Sunbury has to offer with our map and directory. Each block on the map is designated with a letter that can be found in the directory to the right. Each of the businesses are colored based on the type of services they offer. Use the map key on the bottom right to

easily find what you are looking for. Shop local and support the downtown!

Block J-Degenstein Library-Schindler’s Photography Studio-Titan Insurance-American Legion Post 201-Gym Stars-Sunshine Corner-Little Studio Big Art

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Ribbon CuttingFriday, May 6th – 6:00 p.m.

at the Route 61 Roadhouse , 449 Woodlawn Avenue

Luncheon MeetingThursday, May 12th – 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

at The Hotel Edison , 401 Market Street

Business AfterhoursTuesday, May 17th – 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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AUTO SERVICE570-286-8141

439 Vine St, Sunbury

Celebrate the Opening Day of Central PA’s Premier River

Outfitter on May 28thContinued from p. 1

If you’re looking for a more relaxed ride about the river, the pontoon may suit you better. After an instructional course, your group will have access to the same area as the wave runners for up to eight hours of cool cruising. “We have a lot of customers who come back every year to rent our equipment. Pontoon boats are a great excuse to get outside for an office excursion to boost morale or build team skills.” Thinking of buying a boat, jet ski, or kayak? “Renting is a fine way of trying it before buying it.” For guided fun you can score a seat on one of the pontoon’s three tours during the season: historical, haunted, or psychic-reading. Driving the pontoon boat does require a valid driver’s license, the driver to be at least 18, and a credit card. Also, drinking is allowed on the party boat, excluding the driver, of course.

Perhaps you enjoy a good workout and want to be challenged by the river. Lake Augusta Outfitters offers kayak rentals for the ambitious adventurers. A two hour rental is enough to circle the island and take in all the wondrous beauty that Shikellamy State Park offers. Kayak workshops are also available, led by experienced boaters like Angela.

Once the marina docks are installed in mid to late May, you will see boats darting across the river and people enjoying another lovely summer in Central PA. Lake Augusta Outfitters can fill your gas tank and equip you with everything you need to pass boat in-spection. Along with boating and fishing supplies, you can also find ice cream, snacks, and drinks at the outfitter, plus fun land vehicles like the tandem bike and beach cruiser tricycles.

When you’re looking to make the most out of your time at the marina, LAO is the place to start. To kick off the Outfitter’s seventh season, head over to the marina on Saturday May 28th for the Keep LAO Afloat Fest. Starting at 9 AM and rolling till 4 PM, the opening day benefit includes live music all day, kids activities, in-water kayak lessons 10 AM to 2 PM, rental specials, jet ski rides, tourna-ments, craft and food vendors, Chinese and community yard sale, and much more! For more information and special offers, like Lake Augusta Outfitters on Facebook or call for more information 570-939-2100.

Business AnnouncementsNew Business- Little Studio Big Art has opened at 500 Market St (the corner across from puff’s cigarette store). Visit their website for more information: http://www.littlestudiobigart.com/

New Business- A new bakery called Rebecca’s Treats Cafe and Bakery is open at 438 Market Street. Fresh bread bakery and cafe with soups, pastry and desserts. Custom orders welcome. They specialize in making the snacks and desserts that you don’t commonly find in this area.

New Business- Radiance Holistic Center and Academy is now open at 353 Market Street between Ben’s Costume Shop and Peter’s Appliances. The Holistic Center offers alternative medicine and profes-sional services such as hypnotherapy, massage, yoga and pilates and much more.

New Business- The owner of 3 restau-rants in Selinsgrove is opening a new restaurant in Sunbury called Original Italian Garden. His new restaurant will employ between 15 and 20, feature a main dining area with seating for about 70 and offer a wide variety of Italian fare, including specialty pizza and home-made pasta.

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Letter to the Editor: Haven to Home

Thursday, May 5: Cinco de MayoSUNBURY | Sunbury Clean Sweep – free trash disposal for city residents (must show proof of address) from 8:00am to 7:00pmPAXINOS | Job Fair at Masser’s Banquet Hall, Routes 61 and 487 from 11:00am to 3:00pm – free admission, bring your resume and dress for success, meet with employers, multiple interview opportunities and obtain training informationSUNBURY | Sunbury Redevelopment Authority Meeting at Sunbury City Hall, 225 Market Street (2nd floor) at 4:00pmSUNBURY | Annual Carnival at the Sunbury Steam Fire Engine Co. No. 1, Center and Penn Streets from 6:00pm to ? – rides, games, and food

Friday, May 6: National Teacher’s DaySUNBURY | Annual Carnival at the Sunbury Steam Fire Engine Co. No. 1, Center and Penn Streets from 6:00pm to ? – rides, games, and food

Saturday, May 7: HERNDON | Line Mountain Technology Education Car Show in the rear parking lot of the Line Mountain Middle/High School – registration 9:00am to noon, judging noon to 1, awards ceremony at 2:00pm – food, Chinese auction, event merchandise, door prizesSUNBURY | Annual Carnival at the Sunbury Steam Fire Engine Co. No. 1, Center and Penn Streets from 6:00pm to ? – rides, games, and food

Sunday, May 8: Mother’s Day | VE Day, WWII

Monday, May 9: SUNBURY | Sunbury City Council Meeting at Sunbury City Hall, 225 Market Street (2nd floor) at 6:15pm

Saturday, May 14: NEW COLUMBIA | All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast Fundraiser at the White Deer Twp. Fire Hall from 7:00 to 11:00am – menu includes eggs made to order, home fries, sausage links, bacon, pancakes, toast, coffee and juice - $7 for adults and $4 for children 4-10 (children under 4 free)SUNBURY | Youth Trout Derby at the Long Center, 182 Houser Road near Augustaville off State Route 890 at 7:30am – Youth ages 3-12 from any area are invited to a day of outdoor adventure fishing for trout (youth under 10 must be accompanied by an adult) – registration at 7:30am, fishing starts at 9:00am – no fee for participationSUNBURY | Sunbury Hill Neighborhood Yard Sales from 8:00am to 2:00pm – food stand at 1180 Line Street and maps available of registered sites, visit Sunbury Hill Neighborhood on Facebook for more infor-mationMOUNT CARMEL | 19th Annual Mt. Carmel Lions Oak Street Festival from 9:00am to 3:00pm – a full day of entertainment, crafts, food and funMILTON | Cawley’s Moonbeams Relay For Life Team presents the 10th Annual Car Show at the Arrow Head Restaurant, Rt. 405 – vehicle registration before 5/7/16 is $10, after 5/7/16 it is $12 – Chinese auction, 50/50, live entertainmentSUNBURY | The Frank Wicher Band at the Rescue Hose Co., 800 Edison Avenue from 9:00pm to 12:00am with $5 cover – must be 21 years of age or older to attend – (570) 286-2441

Sunday, May 15: SUNBURY | Yard Sale Fundraiser at the Congregation Beth El, 249 Arch Street from 8:00am to 3:00pm – the yard sale will be held in the Temple parking lot, for more information call 570-286-1490NEW COLUMBIA | Vera Bradley Bingo at St. John’s United Church of Christ Fellowship Hall, 906 Old Route 15 with doors opening at 12:30pm, early bird will start at 1:45pm and regular bingo will start at 2:00pm – tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door, call 570-412-5127 to reserve your tickets

Monday, May 16: SUNBURY | Sunbury City Band Concert at the First Presbyterian Church, 238 Market Street You will be treated to a wide variety of musical styles performed by wonderful volunteers who all share in the love for music – for more info visit their Facebook page!

Tuesday, May 17:SUNBURY | Sunbury Municipal Authority Meeting at the Sunbury Municipal Authority, 462 S. 4th Street at 7:00pmSUNBURY | Cross Keys Poetry Society at the Priestley-Forsyth Memorial Library, 100 King Street, Nor-thumberland at 7:00pm with meetings on the 3rd Tuesday of each month

Friday, May 20: Armed Forces DayDANVILLE | Chicken BBQ Dinner at the Mooresburg Presbyterian Church, 9 Church Drive from 4:00 to 6:00pm or until sold out – $8/meal eat in or takeout available – meal includes half a chicken, baked beans, applesauce, macaroni salad, roll, dessert and beverage – call 570-271-1145 for more information

Saturday, May 21: MILTON | Bark For Life at Brown Avenue Park from 9:00am to 1:00pm, a fundraising event for the Amer-ican Cancer Society to honor care giving qualities of canine companions – dog contests, dog vendors, food, Chinese auction, music and moreSUNBURY | Sunbury Hill Neighborhood Plant Swap at the Kiwanis Playground at 9:00am – bring a plant get a plant, you can bring more than one plant, plants should be in a container, label plants, bring a box to transport your plants to and from the swap – for more information call 570-259-9136SUNBURY | Saint Monica Parish Chicken BBQ in the Church parking lot on the corner of Front and Market Streets beginning at 11:00am – $9 meal includes ½ chicken, macaroni salad, baked beans, butter with roll and dessert / $7 ½ chicken – call 570-286-1435 ext. 116 for local deliveryNORTHUMBERLAND | Free Community Dinner at Christ United Methodist Church, Front and King Streets from 4:30 to 6:00pm

Monday, May 23: SUNBURY | Sunbury City Council Meeting at Sunbury City Hall, 225 Market Street (2nd floor) at 6:15pm

Thursday, May 26: WATSONTOWN | Free Fellowship Meal at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 6590 Musser Lane from 4:30 to 6:30pm – the menu features baked ham, scalloped potatoes, baked beans, fruit cup, dessert and beverage – everybody welcome!

Monday, May 30: Memorial Day

Sunbury Soup Kitchens: SUNBURY | “The Soup Place” at The First United Church of Christ, 160 Chestnut Street Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30pmSUNBURY | Elijah’s Bowl at the First Presbyterian Church, 238 Market Street Saturdays from 10:30am to 12:00pm with groceries given out following lunch

On April 21st, I trazvelled to Harrisburg to see what all the excite-ment was about at the Trump rallies. Upon arrival at the farm show building I was amazed to see the parking lot already nearly full. After parking I walked over to get in line, but I had to walk for quite a while to get to the back of the line. The line was very long and made up of a very diverse group of people from every demographic. Standing in line turned out to be an interesting and fun experience. Everyone was willing and eager to talk about their feelings about the election, the candidates, and the general state of our nation.

There were nearly ten thousand people who were lucky enough to actually get into the event, and there were many thousands of people in two different lines that wrapped around the very large farm show building who could not get into the venue. Because I got to the Trump rally a little late, I was one of the many, many thou-sands of people that were unable to get into the event.

Since I could not get in, I was outside to witness the protes-tors who were all congregated into one area across the driveway from the farm show building. There were about 50-60 protestors shouting incomprehensible things at those of us in the line waiting to get into the farm show building. Some were Bernie supporters, some were BLM protesters, and some were just standing there. I was discouraged with the media’s biased coverage of the event and the way they focused on the protestors to sway people’s opinion of Trump. An online news source reported that there were violent protests at the rally and that police had to call in reinforcements to keep the protestors and the Trump supporters apart. The truth is two or three police officers stood on the driveway between those of us waiting in line and the protestors on the other side. At one point, one of the people from the line waiting to get in walked to the mid-dle of the driveway and met a protestor who also walked out. When they reached each other they gave each other a big hug and each walked back to their own side. Was this what the media portrayed as a violent protest that the police had a hard time controlling?

The level of dishonesty in the media has reached a new low. Both left and right media outlets have stooped to outright lying about the candidates. It is very hard to believe anything that is reported anymore. The only way to get to the truth is to go find out for yourself.

Trump Rally: Much Different Than The Media’s Portrayal

By: Joe Bartello, III

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Sunday Church Service Listing for the County

Listing is in alphabetical order - Please send us your church listings

Community CalendarAmazing Grace Community Church2nd and Orange Streets,Northumberland, at the Northumberland Borough Community CenterWorship service 10:00am

Augusta Baptist Church1371 Boyles Run Road, SunburyMorning worship 10:15amEvening service 6:30pm

Calvary Tabernacle: United Pentecos-tal International290 Corcyra Road, Island ParkEvening service 6:00pm

Catawissa Avenue United Methodist Church319 Catawissa Avenue, SunburySunday worship 10:00am

Emmanuel Bible Fellowsip Church967 Mile Hill Road, Sunbury Morning worship 10:15amEvening worship 6:30pm

Faith United Methodist Church2nd and Arch Streets, SunburyWorship 10:15am

First Baptist Church of SunburySouth 4th and Chestnut Street, SunburyMorning worship 10:30amEvening Service 6:00pm

First Baptist Church of Trevorton510 S. Ninth Street, TrevortonSunday School 9:30amMorning worship 10:40amEvening worship 6:00pm

First Presbyterian Church238 Market Street, SunburyWorship service 10:30am

First Reformed U.C.C.160 Chestnut Street, SunburySunday worship service 8:30am and 10:30am

Grace Bible Fellowship Church222 Market Street, SunburySunday worship 10:00am

Higher Hope5th and Chestnut Street , SunburyServices at 10:00am Sundays and 7:00pm Wednesdays

Lantz Emmanuel Church1350 Brush Valley Road, SunburyMorning worship 10:15amEvening worship 6:30pm

Mountain Presbyterian ChurchBoyles Run Road, SunburyMorning worship 9:00am

Mt. Pleasant United Methodist ChurchMile Post and Mt. Pleasant Roads, SunburyWorship 9:00am

New Covenant Church2224 State Route 61, SunburyMorning worship 10:30amEvangelistic Service 6:00pm

Oaklyn Independent Baptist Church576 State Route 61, SunburyWorship service 10:30amEvening worship 7:00pm

Otterbein United Methodist Church4th and Vine Streets, SunburyWorship 10:15am

Saint Luke’s Lutheran Church501 Catawissa Avenue, SunburyHoly communion 9:00am

Stonington Baptist Church2113 Hosta Road, StoningtonSunday school 9:00amWorship 10:00amEvening worship 6:00pmAwana Clubs and Word of Life Wednesday Clubs 6:30pmPrayer Meeting Wednesday 7pm

Stonington Wesleyan Church3191 State Route 61, SunburySunday worship 10:30amEvening worship 5:00pm

St. Luke’s Lutheran Church501 Catawissa Avenue, SunburySunday service at 10:15am with communion weekly

St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church32 N. Front Street, SunburyHoly eucharist - 10:30am

Saint Monica Catholic Church109 Market Street, SunburyMass 10:00am

Sunbury City Church30 N. Fifth Street in the YMCA Degenstein Youth Center, SunburySunday service 10:00am

Sunbury God’s Missionary Church820 Susquehanna Avenue, SunburyMorning worship 10:30amEvening worship 7:00pm

Trinity Luteran Church900 Susquehanna Avenue, SunburyWorship service 9:00am

Trinity Wesleyan Church238 Walnut Street, SunburySaturday service 5:00pmSunday service 10:45amSunday evening service 6:30pm

Zion Lutheran ChurchMarket and Fifth Streets, SunburyWorship (Chapel) 8:00amWorship (Nave) 10:30am

Dear Editor Sunbury American:The clock is ticking as Continuances and Change of Venue delay seeking Justice in the Matter where two Haven-2-Home members have been charged citing alleged Violations of County and PA Status involving a pet. It would appear the media has been utilized to stir public opinion in this Matter, however, the media frenzy has left questions on the lips of the public that begin with “Why”. According to the media, it appears there had been years of alleged neglect of this pet. Reportedly when the pet was found, it was determined the pet was not wearing a collar; no ID tag; licensing; microchip nor tattoo, an indication of probable ownership. Also, it appears there is no Veterinarian of record; shot records; nor documentation the rabies vaccine had been administered. This lack of rabies vaccine potentially places the public, pets and other animals at a possible health risk since allegedly permitted to roam freely in the community over the years. Therefore, it begs the question, should Commonwealth pet owners request a reimbursement of these same fees? Filing charges of alleged Violations appears to have been urgent; however, informing all parties in a timely matter of Continuances and Change of Venue does not appear to garner the same professional courtesies or urgency. Media articles continually state the two Defendants’ have been accused of alleged Misconduct in this Matter. Public opinion is essentially irrelevant as they are not privy to pieces of Discovery (evidence), however; the media coverage certainly impacts personal lives daily. Let’s not forget the sacred prin-ciple of the criminal justice system which should be extended to the Defendants’; the presumption of innocence until “proven” guilty.Taxpayer dollar$ play a role in judicial Matters. A sense of urgency has been demonstrated by filing charges of alleged Misconduct followed by continual media coverage stating the accused have been charged with alleged Misconduct in this Matter. Protocol dictates the Defendants’ should be afforded expedience of the judicial system in order to be heard in a court of law and if not, Why? The clock is ticking!

Julie BrosiusSunbury, PA

Something to Think About: A Time for Everything

As the hands of the clock inevitably start off in the morning hours, the early time in our life is spent being transformed from a helpless infant to a child which can walk, talk, and perform other simple tasks.

As time goes on, we become a teenager who is interested in not much more than getting a car, hanging out with our friends, and dating. Eventually, when it is time to settle down… we find that special someone who we want to spend the rest of our life with. As our biological clock continues to tick, we become more focused on the time for having children of our own, so that they can put us through everything we put our own parents through while we simultaneously attempt to balance our career and social activities in the process. Eventually, we spoil our grandchildren and retire. And then, just as most of us do on a daily basis now, we will most assuredly ask the question, “Where has the day gone?”

Those of us who are old enough… or who have ever listened to our parents’ record collection… may remember a song which I find very applicable. It called Turn! Turn! Turn! (or “To Everything There is a Season”) And was performed by the Byrds on their 1965 Album by the same name.

Part of the lyrics read, “To everything (turn, turn, turn) There is a season (turn, turn, turn)

And a time to every purpose, under heaven A time to be born, a time to die...” By far, the most unique thing about this song is the fact that every word of it, save for the occasional “Turn! Turn! Turn!” is taken straight out of the book of Ecclesiastes chapter three. I love this passage of the Scriptures, mostly because it was written several thousand years ago, it still rings with a truth which is often reiterated even to this day.

We all know that if we want to progress to the next stage in our life, we must spend at least 13 years in school. Yet we also realize that while we are there, especially during the high school years, that time can be divided up. There is a time to study and a time for sports and a time for dating and a time to just go out and have some good, clean fun.

A Season of Change: Voters Look to Independent, Third Party Candidates in Record Numbers

By: Kathryn Bullington

2016 is here, and politics-as-usual has been turned on its head. Democrats and Republicans are switching affiliation to their rival parties in historical numbers. Front-runners in the GOP and Dem-ocratic Party have the highest unfavorable, and lowest favorable ratings in presidential history, and independents outnumber Republican and Democrat voters.

Things are changing in U.S. politics. Independent and third-party candidates are geared up to offer alternatives to establishment politicians.

Tides are turning against the establishment. Packed Bernie Sanders rallies have not delivered the voter turnout needed to win a spot on the national ballot, under the DNC, but most voters see Hillary as untrustworthy, and unfavorable. GOP establishment candidates are trying desperately to stop Trump, while their members are torn between not trusting Trump as a conservative, and not trusting their own party. The people are losing faith in the two-party system to effectively carry out functions of democracy, but what choices do the people have outside the two-party system?

Third party and independent candidates are fighting to have a voice, building coalitions across the country, and providing alternatives to the Democrats and GOP.

The Green Party, which organizes and pays for its own primary, is reaching out to Sanders and his supporters to join their ticket. Jill Stein sent an open letter to Bernie Sanders asking for collabora-tion to, “shake the foundations of a political establishment that seemed invulnerable just a few short months ago.”

“It’s critical,” Stein said in her letter to Sanders, “that the break-through work of your campaign not be thwarted by a corporate political machine.”

The Green Party may be a good alternative for Sanders fans who do not plan on voting for Hillary, if Sanders loses the Democratic nomination, which seems likely. The Green Party doesn’t take money from corporations, lobbyists, or super PACs, and their Economic Bill of Rights resembles Sanders’ rhet-oric of living wages, free education, and free healthcare.

Lynn S. Kahn, an independent candidate, who has a long record of restructuring government as an organizational psychologist, is another alternative. Kahn has formed a coalition with other third party and independent candidates to amplify their coverage in media, and strategize to get into the national view. The press release announcing the coalition of Lynn S. Kahn, Chris Keniston, Sedinam Kinamo Christin Moyowasifza-Curry, and Rhett R. Smith states:

“As of today, to the greatest extent possible, the four candidates will seek ways to share interview and debate opportunities as well as point to this coalition as marking a new phase in the emergence and power of independent politics in America. The four candidates will appear in a series of Indepen-dent Presidential Debates coordinated by the Veterans Party of America beginning in June 2016.”

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Lifelines: Life After Death?What does the Bible say?-Verily, verily, I say unto you. He that believeth in me has everlast-ing life. John 6:47-And this is the promise that He has promised us, even eternal life. 1 John 2:25-Unto you that believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life. 1 John 5:13-Marvel not at this. For the heir is coming in which all that are in the graves shall hear His voice, and shall come forth. They that have done good, unto the resurrection of life, and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation. John 5:28, 29-Whosoever believes in Jesus should not perish, but have everlast-ing life. John 3:16

Need prayer? I really care. Prayer by phone. Any situation, Any problem. Jesus is the answer!Call Brother Steve at Lifeline Ministries - 717-379-8010.Also new for 2016: Text-A-Prayer!

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CRAFT CORNER: DIY Wood Block Photo Transfer

Brain Games: Word GeneratorPictures of Historic

Northumberland CountyFrom The History of Northumberland County 1876

Below is a picture of a law building in Sunbury, PA. It was the property of S. P. Wolverton in 1876. Can you figure out what

building this is now?

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Fill a number in every cell in the grid, using the numbers 1 to 9. You can only use each number once in each row, each column, and

in each of the 3 x 3 boxes.

1. Coat a piece of wood with a gel transfer medium.

2. Place a photo face down on the wood and seal out all air bubbles. Allow to dry for several hours or overnight.

3. Once dry, place a wet wash cloth over picture to soak the paper completely.

4. Begin rubbing the paper off of the wood. The image will remain and the paper will rub right off.

5. After all of the paper is removed, seal the picture with a coat of Mod Podge.

- Wood block the size of the picture you want to transfer onto it. It can be as big or small as you want. -Gel transfer medium (~$12 at Walmart)-Paint brushes-Wet wash cloth-Photo printed on plain white paper -Mod Podge

Can you solve the riddle?Look for the answer in our next issue.

What day follows the day before yesterday if two days from now will

be Sunday?

LAST MONTH’S RIDDLE SOLUTION: clock

How many 2 or more letter words can you create from the letters in the phrase provided below without using any letters twice? See if you can come up with at least 30 words. For a bonus, see if you can

come up with 50 or more words!

Mother’s Day Ex. year

Use the space below to write your words!

U.S. Constitution Bill of Rights

The Bill of Rights includes the first 10 ammendments

of the U.S. Constitution and details each citizen’s rights as an American

The Legend of the Bloody SpringFrom The History of Northumberland County 1876

AMERICAN HISTORY IN MAYFrom The History Place at historyplace.com

Photo courtesy of the Northumberland County Historical Society

1st AmmendmentCongress shall make no law

respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging

the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a

redress of grievances.

2nd AmmendmentA well regulated Militia, being

necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to

keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.

3rd AmmendmentNo Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, with-out the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to

be prescribed by law.

4th AmmendmentThe right of the people to be

secure in their persons, hous-es, papers, and effects, against

unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated,

and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and par-ticularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or

things to be seized.

5th AmmendmentNo person shall be held to answer

for a capital, or otherwise infa-mous crime, unless on a present-

ment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in

the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service

in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice

put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any crimi-nal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life,

liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use,

without just compensation.

6th AmmendmentIn all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and

district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which

district shall have been previous-ly ascertained by law, and to be

informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confront-

ed with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process

for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance

of Counsel for his defence.

7th AmmendmentIn Suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall

exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved,

and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examined in

any Court of the United States, than according to the rules of the

common law.

8th AmmendmentExcessive bail shall not be

required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual

punishments inflicted.

9th AmmendmentThe enumeration in the Constitu-tion, of certain rights, shall not be

construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.

10th AmmendmentThe powers not delegated to the

United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respec-

tively, or to the people.

May 4, 1494 - During his second journey of exploration in the New World, Christopher Columbus discovered Jamaica.

May 9, 1862 - During the American Civil War, General David Hunter, Union commander of the Department of the South, issued orders freeing the slaves in South Carolina, Florida and Georgia. He did so without congressional or presidential approval. The orders were countermanded by President Abraham Lincoln ten days later.

May 13, 1846 - At the request of President James K. Polk, Congress declared war on Mexico. The controversial struggle eventually cost the lives of 11,300 U.S. soldiers and resulted in the annexation of lands that became parts of Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arizona, Neva-da, California, Utah and Colorado. The war ended in 1848 with the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo.

May 14, 1942 - During World War II, an Act of Congress allowed women to enlist for noncombat duties in the Women’s Auxiliary Army Corps (WAAC), the Women Appointed for Voluntary Emer-gency Service (WAVES), Women’s Auxiliary Ferrying Squadron (WAFS), and Semper Paratus Always Ready Service (SPARS), the Women’s Reserve of the Marine Corp.

May 17, 1875 - The first Kentucky Derby horse race took place at Churchill Downs in Louisville.

May 18, 1980 - Mount St. Helens volcano erupted in southwestern Washington State spewing steam and ash over 11 miles into the sky. This was the first major eruption since 1857.

May 21, 1881 - The American Red Cross was founded by Clara Barton. The organization today provides volunteer disaster relief in the U.S. and abroad. Community services include collecting and distributing donated blood, and teaching health and safety classes

May 22, 1947 - Congress approved the Truman Doctrine, assuring U.S. support for Greece and Turkey to prevent the spread of Com-munism.

May 27, 1937 - In San Francisco, 200,000 people celebrated the grand opening of the Golden Gate Bridge by strolling across it.

May 30, 1783 - The Pennsylvania Evening Post became the first daily newspaper published in America

Sunbury, Pennsylvania is rich with local history dating back to the 1700’s. One well-known legend in Sunbury is the legend of the bloody spring. This historic site of interest is located on the North 7th Street extension between Shikellamy Avenue and Memorial Park and can be found by the state historical marker along the road. The marker reads “Here, during the French and Indian War (1754-1763), one colonial soldier venturing from the garrison at nearby Fort Augusta, was fatally shot by an Indian foe. His blood is said to have crimsoned its waters.” Aside from the traditional story of how bloody spring got its name, there exists an old Native American legend about this spring that tells a colorful story of how it got its name. The following excerpt of this legend can be found in the book titled The History of Northumberland County from 1876.

Bright sunshine lingers on the western hills, A flood of golden light the valley fills,

The Susquehanna’s radiant waters throwBack to the sky in joy, its crimson glow.

Dim grow the shadows in the woodland deep, Where the wild pigeon seeks his place of sleep;Soft steals the Sun’s last slant and fading raysThrough the grape arbor’s tangled leafy maze

That shades, with many a graceful thick festoon,The limpid fountain from the heats of noon,

As bubbling up amid the moss so greenIts sparkling waters shine like silver sheen; And dashing on in many a bright cascade,

Stills its sweet music in the leafy glade.An Indian warrior, wearied with the chase,

In the cool fountain laves his sun-burnt face, His arrows casts aside his bow unstrings, And on the flowery bank himself he flings. The streamlet’s music, in its ceaseless play,

His charmed senses steals in sleep away, While through his slumber its wild voices seemLike the strange melody of some sweet dream—

Enchanted notes of a Seraphic bandBorne on a zephyr from the spirit land.

Beside him kneels, with all a wife’s fond pride, La-oo-li-ah, his dark, but beauteous bride,

Whom, scarce six moons ago, in desperate war, He stole from the defeated Delaware,

Braiding a wampum, her loved brave to grace;And smiling, as she gazes on his face,

To mark the varied changes there express’d,As blissful dreams float through his peaceful rest.

With wild emotions, her young bosom thrills, As in a whisper, sweet as ‘mid the hills,

Echo the wood notes of the faithful doves, He faintly breathes the name of her he loves.

Softly she bends to kiss the lips that frame The liquid syllables of her own name.

But scarce an instant had she lingered there, When twanged a bow-string on the startled air.

Too surely aimed, the arrow’s stony dartPierced through her own into the warrior’s heart,

And in each other’s embrace, closely wound,Lifeless they lie upon the blood-stained ground.

Their life-blood gushing to the water’s side, Mingles its crimson with the crystal tide,

Until the fount, so clear and bright before, Seems to well up a flood of purple gore.

Forth from his ambush in the laurel brake, Hideous in war-paint, springs the Spotted Snake,

A moment stands, and on his fallen foe, With all the malice, rage and hate can throw

Into his fiend-like eyes, he fiercely glares;Then from the lifeless head the scalp he tears. His work of death and vengeance is complete,

Down the deep dell he flies with footsteps fleet;Night draws her sable mantle round the wood,

And darkness covers up the scene of blood.Often, as o’er the summer’s sky is spread

The sunset’s glorious canopy of red,Old hunter’s say, this spring’s pure waters vie

With the deep crimson of the western sky;And oft, as twilight, from the mountain tops,

Her misty veil into the valley drops,Two dark and shadowy forms may still be seen

Reclining on its bank of mossy green.

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Water Fluoridation in Sunbury

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FigoFood: Rainbow Skewers By: Chelsey Pagana

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Something to Think About: A Time For Everything

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Northumberland County Fair Parternership

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Skewers scream summer! Don’t be the buzz kill at your BBQ with a complicated recipe. Go simple, grab friends, and make skewers. You can’t really go wrong with any veggie or protein. Keep in mind that cutting everything to approximately the same size will allow equal cooking time. Not only are these mad healthy, but they’re delicious and pretty tough to mess up.

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disease, increases in the incidences of cancer and tumor growth, and Alzheimer’s disease. Other recent studies by Harvard Univer-sity have also shown that fluoride is related to lower IQ scores in children. Additionally in 2015 the Federal Government lowered the recommended level of fluoride in drinking water for the first time in 50 years.

In 2015 twenty-three other communities ended water fluorida-tion including three in Pennsylvania; Bellefonte, Schuylkill Haven, and Brackenridge Borough. And there have been another seven communities that have stopped adding fluoride to their water so far in 2016.

In April a new group with the focus of ending water fluorida-tion in Sunbury held their first meeting at the Degenstein Library in Sunbury. There was a lot of interest by those in attendance and the focus of the meeting was on learning about fluoride and why we should care if it is in our water. A second meeting is scheduled for May 21st at 1:30pm at the Degenstein Community Library in the 2nd floor conference room to continue the discussion about fluoride.

Most communities in central Pennsylvania do not add fluoride to their drinking water. As a matter of fact only Sunbury, Selins-grove, Shamokin Dam and Penn Township add fluoride to the water in our immediate area. We do have a choice. Look at the research studies about fluoride and make your opinion heard. Come to the next meeting at the library and help us to get an informed and pas-sionate group of concerned citizens together so we can put an end to water fluoridation in Sunbury.

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transportation within the city and between our neighboring towns that allows more people to get to around the city safely or to bring people to the city.

The “Sunbury Together” meeting was a great start to what promises to be a group that will help people from all faiths and backgrounds come together to make Sunbury a thriving community once again.

This is a group that every-one should consider being a part of. For more information on the “Sunbury Together” group and to find out when and where their next meeting will be held, call 570-286-6459.

proudly told fair board member, Don Molaro, “We’ve been a family business, serving the transportation needs of the Susquehanna Valley for 125 years. As a matter of fact,” he added. “My grand-father built this building 100 years ago. “ Fair records show that Zimmerman Motors has partnered with the county fair faithfully for several years.

Fair Partnerships are available at levels ranging from $150 to $3,000. While the Partnership program is the most popular, other investments place benefactors in the county fair’s “Circle of Friends.” Already a few have enrolled in that circle. Any business or individual is welcome to partner with the fair at whatever invest-ment level their budget allows.

By supporting their non-profit county fair, community-minded “Partners” and “Friends” are spotlighted at the fair in August, on the fair website (www.northumberlandcountyfair.com) and in fair print materials. Their generosity assures that all popular fair fea-tures, competitions and entertainment can be offered once more, while adding new attractions. Ex: 2016 marks the second year for the popular garden tractor pull event at the fair.

The 17th annual Northumberland County Fair is scheduled for August 24-27, 2016 and will be held at the Tall Cedars of Lebanon Grove, south of Sunbury. From a modest beginning in 2000, the strictly volunteer run fair has grown and outgrown two sites be-fore settling at the current one in 2014. Competition (and prizes) in agriculture, gardening, livestock and household arts is offered to all ages along with free entertainment daily. In addition there will be food vendors and exhibits by local businesses.

For information on the fair or Partnership packages, check the website: www.northumberlandcountyfair.com or contact Mrs. Roberta Molaro at 570-758-8359.

We also know that when we hit the career stage, we can divide that up as well. The first thing we learn is that there is a time at which we must arrive to work, and if we don’t, we’ll be looking for a new place to work. After we figure out that minor little detail, we later realize that there is a time to work late and a time to leave early. A time to keep quiet and a time to tell the boss that you are the best thing to ever happen to the company so that you can get the promotion you have always wanted.

No matter what stage in life we are currently in, or how much time we have left. We need to do two things. First of all, we need to make sure that we have taken the time to know for sure where we are going once this life is over. This is the most important thing we can ever do in our lives!

Second, We should remember what the Bible tells us in Eccle-siastes 3:4… there is “ A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;” Not a single one of us lives long enough to dwell on the past, or the negative parts of the stages yet to come. We should simply realize that all of life has ups and downs and use the time we have to focus on the positive.

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Ingredients:* skewer sticks - if they’re wooden, soak them in water for at least 20 min* chicken, steak, and/or shrimp* red peppers* orange peppers* yellow peppers* zucchini* red onions* balsamic vinegar* extra virgin olive oil* freshly chopped parsley* freshly chopped basil* any other veggies or herbs you prefer!* olive oil cooking spray

---I don’t give quantities for any-thing, because being Figo is all about eyeballing and tasting! Worse comes to worse, you end up with extra skewers, and you wrap and freeze these gems for your next quick dinner.

Directions:To make your marinade, using a medium sized mixing bowl, add balsamic vinegar, basil, parsley, any other herbs, a pinch of salt, and good bit of freshly cracked pepper. With a whisk, continuously mix ingredients together while adding a steady stream of extra virgin olive oil until the marinade becomes a creamy, emulsified texture. Your EVOO to balsamic ratio should 2:1-- twice as much EVOO as vinegar. Set aside. Can be made ahead of time (and also used as a delicious salad dressing). Slice and cube your protein to similar sizes. Place in a bowl to-gether and drizzle marinade over the protein. Cover and place in the fridge for at least 20 minutes or up to 1 day. Slice and dice your veggies into a similar size as your protein selections. Set aside. Assemble the skewers with your choice of veggies and protein. For thinner veggies such as red onions, stack a few together. Spray the grill with an olive oil cooking spray. Preheat high and then cook on low, for about 20 minutes, rotating in quar-ter turns with tongs about every 4-5 minutes. Keep grill cover closed when you’re not rotating. When they’re finished, take them off the grill and let the skewers rest on a platter for about 3 minutes. Keep them covered in foil until serving.

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