Lopez, PA

Weekend wasn’t the greatest again.  Saturday was a really nice day, but Sunday was a rainy, cold day.  Supposed to warm up again, so we’ll see.

It is with sadness that I report the passing of Doc Shoemaker on the 2nd of May.  He was a nice man to everyone and an icon of Dushore.  He will be deeply missed.  There will be a viewing on Friday, May 11th, from 1-6 p.m. at Dean Homer’s.

Got the following e-mail to share:   Andrew Sysock Sr., 94, of Clark, NJ,  WWII Navy veteran, one of nine brothers who served in wartime, entered into eternal rest on Monday, Feb. 12, 2018. Andrew Sysock Sr. was born in Lopez, Pa., to Anthony and Catherine Sysock. Mr. Sysock proudly served his country in the Navy during World War II. His eight brothers also served their country during World War II.   Andrew Sysock Sr. was a member of White Ash and his passion was hunting, fishing and picking blueberries. Mr. Sysock was predeceased by his beloved wife, Margaret  Sysock, eight brothers, and two sisters. He is survived by his devoted children, Andrew Sysock Jr. and Nancy Pilot and her husband, John; his cherished granddaughter, Kristal, and great-grandson, Roman.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  To order, call 570-928-1099.   St.Vladimir’s is also having a halupki dinner on Sunday, May 20th, Noon to 4 p.m. at St. Vladimir’s Hall.  Eat in or take out.

Bob and JoAnn McGuire spent the weekend in Forty Fort with his sister, Lola and Mike Mattie.  They also visited with Michael, Georgia (Mattie), and Mcguire Martin.   Bob, aka, UVBOB, did the fluorescent mineral programs at the Mineralogical Society of Northeast Pennsylvania annual show held at St. Joseph’s Oblates Seminary in Pittston.  There were also dealers selling a variety of mineral/fossil related items and they also have a great educational program that kids took part in.  Was a nice weekend with many in attendance both days.

Bridge project in town is coming along.  They are working on the one side, so it is one lane right now.  Haven’t had so much excitement, other than the bear all over town.

There will be a park clean up on Saturday, May 12th, 11 a.m.  Volunteers are needed.  Meet at the Pavilion.  Many hands make light work.

Don’t forget Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 13th.  Spend some time with that special Mom and have a great day.

Election Day is Tuesday, May 15th.  Don’t forget to get out and vote.  Having said that, the next Civic meeting will be on WEDNESDAY, the 16th, 6 p.m. at the Township Building.

Happy Birthday wishes to Xander Kapler and Kessler Gilbert, 12th; Cory McDonald, 15th; Marian Hubiak, 19th.  Have a good day.

Happy Anniversary to Tim and Bobbi Jo Brown as they celebrate on the 21st.  Have a nice day.

HINT:  “Tie a sheet of Bounce through a belt loop when outdoors during mosquito season to help repel those pesky bugs.   Put a Bounce sheet in vacuum cleaner.  Run a threaded needle through a sheet of Bounce before beginning to sew to prevent thread from tangling.”

Joe Fanning, Landenberg, and a couple of his friends, spent the weekend at his home on Church Street and went to play horseshoes in Benton on Saturday.

Guess that’s it for this time.  Enjoy your week; supposed to get really nice and I’m sure we all would like that.  Have news, call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail e at news@lopezpa.com.  I will get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

More photos of the progress on the Main Street bridge in Lopez

Getting tired of giving these weather reports that aren’t so good.  Maybe, we’re going to have some nicer weather this week, according to the weathermen.  That sure would be nice.  We did have frost quite a bit early in the morning, but warmed up nicely during the day.   The wind could stop blowing as far as I’m concerned.  Folks are getting antsy to get out and dig in the dirt and get their gardens and flower beds ready.   Last I heard no rain during the week.

Don’t forget the Red Cross blood drive on May 2nd, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Darway.  Contact Jamie Killian at 570-924-0199.

Our little town of Lopez has a big project going on.  The bridge by the Post Office is being replaced, so lots of noise and activity getting this done.

Never have seen a kestrel here, but we had one last week.  Sat on the top of our pole for quite some time, just looking and preening.  Nice looking bird.  Finally flew off and haven’t seen it since.    We also have a phoebe nesting again this year.

There will be a park clean-up on Saturday, May 12th,  at 11 a.m.  Anyone who wishes to help, please come to the Pavilion on that day.   The more help, the sooner it will be done.

It’s early, but you can mark your calendar now.  There will be the Civic Association annual flea market, at the Pavilion, on Saturday, June 16th, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  There will be a $5.00 set up fee.  Something to think about and see what you might want to get rid of at that time.  Any questions, call me at the number below.

Birthday wishes to Mickey Mowery, 26th; David Spinosa, 28th; and Ken Kline and Abby Matychak, 30th.  Have a nice day.  If you of a birthday I should include in my news, please let me know; I’ll add it to my list.

HINT:   Here are some uses for WD-40:  “Gives a children’s play gym slide a shine for a super fast slide.  Lubricates gear shift on lawn mowers. Rids kids rocking chairs and swings of squeaky noises.  Lubricates tracks in sticking home windows and makes them easier to open.  Spraying an umbrella stem to make it easier to open.”

Now with the nice weather coming, I hope, keep an eye on the Sully for things going on around the County that you might be interested in.   Guess that’s the news for this time.  Enjoy your week, “should” be quite nice, so get out and about.  Have news, call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you and I’ll be here next time.  Thanks for reading.

Work has started on the new bridge on Main Street here in Lopez.  They will be replacing one half at a time so traffic can continue.

Well, the crazy weather is still with us.  The weekend was up and down and still pretty cold and windy, even with the sun out there.  On Monday we had five inches of snow that didn’t last too long.  I had said Joe and Diane Fanning would not need to shovel; I was so wrong.  The days would start out really cool, but warm up, but still have that bitter wind.  Sunday was only 16 degrees.  Sure hope Mother Nature is back on her meds soon and gives us some really nice weather.  There is gardening and yard work to be done, so please send some good weather our way.  Camping folks are ready and waiting.

For those who celebrated Orthodox Easter, I hope you had a Blessed weekend with family and friends.

Got the following e-mail to share: The Red Cross will be at Darway Healthcare Center for a blood drive on May 2nd, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Community is welcome.  Please contact Jamie Killian, Activity Director to sign up; 570-924-0119 or jamie.killian@darway.org.   Mark your calendar so you don’t forget.

Next Civic meeting will be on Tuesday, April 17, 6 p.m., weather permitting, at the Pavilion.  If it’s too chilly, it will be at the Township Building.

Happy Birthday wishes to John Risser, 12th; Joyce Walsh, 13th; Kristin Iwancio, 15th; and Pat Burd and Carole (Fedorchak) Underwood, both on the 17th.  Hope you all have a nice day.

Happy Anniversary to Sheldon and Penny Sperry, 13th; and Michael and Georgia Martin, 15th.  Have a good day.

HINT:  “Spread Bounty sheets around foundation areas, in trailers or cars that are sitting and it keeps mice from entering.”

I’m sure there will be activities going on around the County, so keep and eye on the Sully to see what, when and where and you might be interested.

Guess that’s the news for this time.  Enjoy your week; whatever it brings.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

Was a cold weekend with snow flurries on Sunday and the wind just doesn’t seem to stop blowing.  Temperature would go up quite nicely is the wind died down.  I think Mother Nature is on vacation and doesn’t realize she’s to give us nice weather now.  Sure hope Spring is coming soon or we’ll be back to cold weather already.   Hopefully, by Easter it will be nice and stay nice after that.  I heard that it’s to be in the high 50’s during the week, but we’ll see.

Grandparents Brandan and Robyne McCobin would like to announce that Gianna Mae DiRocco has a new sister, Emilia Ann, born February 13th at 7:03 a.m.

The 49th annual Che-Hanna Gem and Mineral Show was held over the weekend at the Wysox Volunteer Fire Company.  It was very well attended and was a great success.  Thanks to all who came; even saw some Sullivan County folks there.  Look forward to seeing you all again next year.

Easter Sunday and April Fool’s Day is the same day this year, but don’t do any pranks, it’s not fun.  Hope the Easter bunny is good to you and brings you some goodies in the basket.

HINT:  “Want to avoid a terrible headache?  Eat a few cucumber slices before going to bed and wake up refreshed and headache free.  Cucumbers contain enough sugar, B vitamins and electrolytes to replenish essential nutrients the body lost, keeping everything in equilibrium, avoiding the headache.”  (This sounds bogus, but I just might try it next time I have a headache.)

B’s gang says “Happy Birthday” to Tim Higley who celebrates his big day…..guess when…….April Fool’s  Day.  Have a super day, Tim.

Guess that’s the news for now.  Enjoy your week, especially if we do get some warmer weather.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

THEY FINALLY FOUND THE POT AT THE END OF THE RAINBOW.

I think we need to have a talk with Mother Nature.  She put down five inches of snow on Wednesday.  I know that’s not a lot, but too much for me already.  Some places really got hit and some are still without power.  Hopefully, all will get better soon.   Last I heard it’s to be cold and snow showers almost all week, with a warm-up, “maybe” on the weekend.

Joe and Diane Fanning, along with Molly, Landenberg, spent a few days recently at their home here.   Weather didn’t cooperate.  High winds took down a couple of trees, one almost hitting the house.  Now the work starts with cutting them up.  There will be firewood for a while.  Poor robins are still looking for a way to get under the snow for bugs and worms.

Ted and Mary Lowden spent the weekend in Marlton, NJ, with TJ and Alison Lowden and Wesson.  They attended a baby shower for TJ and Alison.   From the pictures I saw, looks like everyone had a good time.

Civic meeting, Tuesday, March 20th, 6 p.m. at the Township Building.

HINT:  “Fill in nail holes or other imperfections in the wall with a stiff paste made of equal parts salt, starch and enough water to moisten.”

Happy Birthday to Elizabeth Weisbrod, 15th; Gianna Mae DiRocco, 16th; Don Risser and Sheilyn Dendler, 17th; Joe Tabor, 18th and Aaron Kinsey, 21st.  Have a good day.

“B”‘s gang sends birthday wishes to Steph Putnam, 17th; Kristin Putnam, 18th; and Lori Higley, 19th.  Have a super-duper day.

Happy Anniversary to Joe and Tina Tabor, 15th.  Have a good day.

Guess that’s the news for now.  Enjoy your week; get out in the sunshine and fresh air.  We’ll see what kind of weather Mother Nature has in store.   I’m sure there will be things going on in the County, so keep an eye on the Sully to see what, where and when.  I’ll be here next time and thanks for reading. Have news, call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com. I’ll get it in for you.

Whoop-de-do — Tuesday and Wednesday were both beautiful days and nice for drying laundry on the line.  It was 63 degrees on Tuesday and 72 degrees on Wednesday.  Why didn’t it last.  After that, it went downhill.  It’s not really bad, but could be much warmer.  It’s to warm up during the week and then the weekend is to be not so good again.  I’m really waiting for the warmer weather to finally get here.

My neighbor did mention that she saw a flock of geese going NORTH one day.  Sure hope that’s a good sign.  No sign of robins here yet.

I’m hoping that this round of flu stuff is over with.  Hope you all are feeling well, and those that are still bothered with the winter blah’s, hope you feel better soon.  There is so much sickness going around, we really need some better weather to make everyone feel good.   Think we can talk to Mother Nature about that??

Not much to report this week. 

Irene Pequignot, Linden, visited her mother, Mrs. Irene Huray on Sunday.

Kaeleigh and Kyleigh McDonald spent Friday and Saturday with Kristin, Jeffrey and Hailey Mensch.  They got to see how sap was being made.  They also visited Cory McDonald at his home.

Next Civic meeting will be on Tuesday, March 20th, 6 p.m. at the Township Building.   Sure hope we don’t get blitzed with a winter storm.

Happy Birthday wishes to Keene Vinetelli, March 5th; and Bethany Dendler, 6th.   Have a nice day.

HINT:  “Stop cut apples from browning in your child’s lunch box by securing with a rubber band.”

Guess that’s it.  Enjoy your week, should be nice half the time.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I will get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.  Don’t forget to keep an eye on the Sully for up-coming events you may be interested in.

What a week with up and down weather.  We had 9 inches of heavy, wet snow on Wednesday with schools closed.  We had a low of 2 degrees on Friday.  Sunday we had 48 degrees, foggy, cloudy, less wind, sprinkles and some mud and ice.   Last I heard, it’s to be nice for the weekend again.  Doesn’t look like any significant storms on the horizon, which is fine with me.

Coming up on Saturday is WinterFest at Camp Brule, snow or no snow.   On Sunday the sleigh rally will be held, if there is enough snow for that.  So, I guess many are hoping for snow to take part in these activities.   Watch the Sully for more information this week.

I’m getting over a bad cold so haven’t been out much to see who is here or what’s going on.  Finally starting to feel much better and if I could rid of the stupid cough, that would be great.   Hope you aren’t bothered with the flu; I hear it’s very bad this year and isn’t it nice to hear you could have it twice.  I think every year the strain is worse and they keep saying the shot doesn’t work well, but get it anyway.

Joe and Diane Fanning, along with Molly, spent a few days at their home on Church Street to get that last storm’s snow shoveled and plowed.  So, it was a work time, rather than a relaxing time to be here.

Happy Birthday wishes go out to Haley Latch and Shawn Laird, 15th; Alison Lowden and Tim Brown, 17th; Khloie Bahr, 19th; and Clair Johnson, 20th.  Have  a nice day.

Sympathy from the community to Tim Brown and family on the recent passing of his father.  Prayers to all at this time of sadness.

HINT:  ” There are many remedies for removing gum from hair.  This lesser know one, to use whipped cream, is better than peanut butter, so try it next time you’re in need.   “Use olive oil to un-stick a zipper.  It will help the zipper slide more easily, fixing the problem.”

Next Civic meeting will be on Tuesday, MARCH 20, 6 p.m. at the Township Building.   There is no meeting in FEBRUARY.

So, that’s it for this time.  Enjoy your week.  Remember….SPRING is just around the corner.  Can’t wait.  Maybe see some robins soon and that will be a good sign.  I know some have seen them already.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I will get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

Guess we’ve been having some “balmy” weather for this time of year.  Early morning low temperatures, but the day warms up nicely.  We’ve had middle to high forties almost all week.  But………you know that Ground Hog day is coming February 2nd……………so we’ll most definitely have six more weeks of winter.

Bob McGuire, Jr. and son, Tyler, Hunlock Creek, visited with Bob and JoAnn McGuire on Sunday.  Brian also stopped by to wish Tyler an early Happy Birthday.  He will 17 years old on Ground Hog Day.   Nice time visiting and playing games.

Get well to Mary Lowden who had the misfortune to hurt her foot when she dropped a “heavy small” item on it.  Hope she’s doing better and will be getting around more soon.  I guess Ted is a pretty good nurse and taking good care of her.

Happy Birthday wishes to Owen Evans and Scott Aharonian, 27th; Jennifer Pequignot-Laird, 28; and Lisa and Jason Burke, 30th.  Some February birthdays coming up include Krya Vinetelli and Brian Dendler; 1st; Dee Whatley, 4th; and Helen Amon, 5th.  Have a nice day.

HINT:  “Rock salt sprinkled on sidewalks and driveways keeps snow from sticking to the pavement and allows it to be removed easily.”  “Aching feet can be relieved by soaking feet in warm salt water.”

Keep an eye on the Sully for up-coming winter activities you may be interested in.  If you like the cold, snowy weather, Winterfest is coming up in February with the Polar Bear plunge into the icy water.  There are also many other activities planned.

Guess that’s about all the news for now.  Enjoy your week; should be a little pleasant from what I’ve heard.  Have news, call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

Can’t say much about the weather this week again, except that it’s been a roller coaster.  It’s been hot, cold, warm, and we had so much rain; then it froze and made a mess; the creeks backed up with ice and that was worse yet.  I think Mother Nature needs to give us a break.  Supposed to be cold most of the week.  I’d sure like to see Spring soon.

Mrs. Irene Huray has returned home after spending the Holidays with her daughter, Irene Pequignot and family.

No January Civic meeting.

The Civic Association has a few hoodies and some koozies available for sale.  Get yours before they’re gone; the hoodie will be nice and warm in this frigid weather.  If interested, call “B” at 570-954-6319.

HINT:  “If you have problems with kidney stones and cannot or don’t want to take the medicine prescribed, you can do the following and it works very well.  Take a whole lemon and cut it up; put it in a blender and puree.  Drink about one tablespoon each day.  If you have to, add some raw honey to make it easier to go down.  It’s a natural acid that won’t interfere with most other medications and this will prevent kidney stones from forming.”  (Got this from Pat, who says it came from an herbalist.)

Happy Birthday wishes to Adel Bradshaw, 20th; Alice Fedorchak and Jim Rouse, 21st; and Irene Pequignot, 22nd.  Have a good day.

Happy Anniversary to Alex and Ginny Stavisky as they celebrated down there in “warm” Florida on the 22nd.  Have a nice day.

I know there are winter activities going on in the County.  Winter Fest is coming up and with the cold, cold weather, maybe the Eagles Mere toboggan slide will be built.  Keep and eye on the Sully for what, where and when, if you’re interested in any activities.

From Mr. Neubauer’s little blue book:  January 14, 1982: Cloudy and five inches of snow; 22 degrees.  January 14, 2018 – cold, windy, sunny, minus three degrees and snow and icy spots around.  Need some better weather.

We switched to gmail and for an “old” lady like me, it’s really taking time to get used to all the new things that one has to do.  But…..I’m getting there.

Guess that’s the news for now.  Enjoy your week; just bundle up really good; get out and get some fresh air and exercise.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at www.news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Keep the hints coming and thanks for reading.  I’ll be here next time.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!  Hope everyone had a nice Christmas and New Year Holiday.  Weather sure was brutal.  Had snow Christmas Eve into Christmas morning.  Had some more on Saturday, but not a lot.  We had single digit temperatures almost all week and with the wind chill, it was much colder.  The high didn’t reach freezing.  Seems no end in sight for this cold weather.  Guess we have to hunker down and stay inside where it’s warmer.   Hope you all have a fantastic 2018.

Joe and Diane Fanning, Landenberg, along with Molly, spent a few days over the Holiday at their home on Church Street.

Spending Christmas Eve with the Mike and Lola Mattie in Forty Fort included Bob, JoAnn, Brian McGuire, Nina Weslowski; Bob, Jr. and Tyler McGuire, Hunlock Creek; Casey Martin and friend, Tom, Montoursville; Michael, Georgia and Mcguire Martin, Swoyersville. 

On Christmas Day, Bob, JoAnn, Bob, Jr.and Tyler McGuire enjoyed family time with Brian McGuire and Nina Weslowski.  Marty Slocum, New Albany; and Bill and Rhonda Stasiak also stopped by.  Good time for all just visiting, eating and playing a new game Tyler got for Christmas.

Remember, NO civic meeting for the month of January.

Even the bitter cold didn’t stop Kaeleigh and Kyleigh McDonald from going tubing on the hill on Sunday afternoon.   Looks like they had fun even if they didn’t stay out too long.

I hear muzzle loader for deer is in now.  Good luck hunters.

Happy Birthday wishes to Jim Craig, 1st; Georgette Matychak, 3rd; Jeannie Kapler, Edith Tamburro and Alex Stavisky, 4th; “Viking”, 5th; Matt Weisbrod, 6th; Linda Santarelli, 7th; and Craig Germany and John McDonald, Jr., 9th.  Hope you all have a good day.

Kids are back in school by this time after their Christmas vacation.  Probably anxious for the next vacation.

HINT:  “To warm biscuits, pancakes, or muffins that were refrigerated, place them in the microwave with a cup of water.  The increased moisture will keep the food moist and help it reheat faster.”

Not much news for right now.  Gotta get out and see who is about and what is going on.

From Mr. Neubauer’s little brown book:  December 31, 1978 – light rain, cold and 26 degrees. (26 degrees, doesn’t seem like it would rain.)  December 31, 2017 – bitter cold, very windy, and single digit temperatures all day.   As I’m typing my news at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, it is already MINUS five degrees.   Brrrrrrrrr!!!!!

Well, as I close out 2017, enjoy your week, whatever you may do.  Bundle up if going out.  Stay well; stay warm.  Have news call  me at 570-928-9238, mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  I’ll be here next time and thanks for reading.

Weather had been kind of nice and the sun felt pretty good.  But, we’ve had some pretty cold, frosty mornings too.  Even had some snow flurries that didn’t hang around too long.   Don’t know what the week will bring, but last I heard, Wednesday is to be the only nice day.  All others are to have snow flurries and snow showers.  We’ll see.

Retro hoodies are back in stock.  This is a hooded sweatshirt with the deer, with earmuffs, and the Ice Box of PA logo on the front.  They are great for the cold weather, whether out hunting, shoveling snow or just out with the kids.  They also make a nice gift for that someone special.  They don’t last long, so get yours now.  They come in black or green and S, M, L, XL, XXL; $25.00 each.   Call me at the number below if interested.

I guess hunting season is over for right now.  Don’t know how the locals did, but a few I talked to, didn’t have any luck this time.

Thanks to Gloria Weisbrod and her “crew” who all did a fabulous job organizing the Christmas party this year.  Thanks to everyone who donated cookies, sandwiches and snacks and helped in any way to make the party so much fun.  The Pochatko girls were in charge of entertainment and had quite a few unique and interesting games that kept the kids busy while waiting for Santa.  They also led in singing of Christmas carols.  Santa arrived and greeted the kids and gave each one their gift.  Was such a nice time for all.  I think Barb would be proud; it was done in her memory.  Thanks to St. Vladimir’s Church for the use of the Hall.Remember — no Civic meeting in the month of December.

Happy Kids and Santa

Got the following e-mail to share from Mary Lowden.  “A big thank you to TJ Lowden, Berlin, NJ; Jeff Corbett and Matt Porto, both of Marlton, NJ, for the help they gave in moving us into our new house.  This was Matt’s first time to Lopez and he LOVED it!  He was even able to shoot a gun for the first time.  I think he was in heaven.  Thought we were going to have to have his wife send his things; didn’t think he was going to leave, he was enjoying it that much and is looking forward to coming back again.”

Happy Birthday wishes to Carter Vermiere, 17th; V Rev Mother Christophora and Christian Santarelli, 19th; Alyssa Pequignot, 20th.  Hope you all have a super day.

HINT:  “To remove scratches from glass, apply toothpaste to the scratch, then rub with a cloth until the scratch is gone.  Make sure the glass is clean beforehand.”

Bob and I attended the Che-Hanna mineral club Christmas Party on Sunday, held at the Best Western in Sayre.  Forty club members gathered there for a delicious meal and socializing.  Even played a few games.   Weather was in our favor, other than a few flurries, so everyone got home safely.

From Mr. Neubauer’s little brown book:  December 10, 1973 – mild and 30 degrees.   Same day, 2017, our weather was about the same, except we had some cold wind.

Guess that’s the news for this time.  Enjoy your week; still time to get that tree and get it decorated; still time to decorate your home or do other outside things.   Enjoy while you can because I think Mother Nature is finally going to have something to give us.   Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

That is a MINUS 3 degrees.   Keep in mind that I live in the warmer part of Lopez…..

Well, can’t complain too much about the weather, other than freezing temperatures early in the morning.  The Holiday weather was perfect for traveling and getting together with family and friends.  It’s supposed to warm up during the week; I’ll take that too.

Hope you all had a nice Thanksgiving Holiday.  Having dinner with Brian McGuire and Nina Weslowski was her brother, Paul, and his friend Chris; Bob,Jr. and Tyler McGuire; Marty Slocum; and Bob and I.  Food was delicious, good friends and a nice time together.

Joe and Diane Fanning, along with Molly, and grand daughters, Haley Latch and Rachel Ruggerio, spent a few days over the Holiday at their home here.

TJ and Alison Lowden and Wesson, Marlton, NJ, spent some time with his parents, Ted and Mary Lowden on Church Street.  They stayed a few extra days to do some buck hunting.

Hunting season has started, so all you non-hunters, please stay away from the woods to be safe.  Good luck hunters.

Congratulations to these students for First Marking Period Honors:   Distinguished Honor Roll:  Klyer Burke, Madison Burke; Aaron Kinsey; and Jacob Williams.  Honor Roll:  Chloe Burke; Paige Burke; Dakota Higley; and Jaeden Patson.  Great job, all.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  To order, call 570-928-1099.

Thanks to Heather, Kaeleigh, Kyleigh, Clair, Macrina, Julianna, Brian, Bob and JoAnn for getting the Christmas decorations out of the Pavilion and put up.  Will turn the lights on soon.  Weather was really in our favor and we had some good workers so got done in a jiffy.

Rev Mother Christophora, Orthodox Monastery, Ellwood City, is spending some time at St. Nicholas House on Church Street.

I see some Christmas decorations going up and will look pretty festive for the up-coming Holiday Season.

There are quite a few in at Tent City to do some buck hunting.  Good luck, guys, and get a “big” one.

`HINT:  “If your animals are leaving your furniture furry, lightly dampen a sponge, rub it across the upholstery.  It will easily lift pet hair from the surface.”

Happy Birthday wishes to Elexus Dunkleburger as she celebrates on the 6th of December; Tony Sneidar, Jr. and Robyne McCobin both celebrate on the 8th. Have a good day.

From Mr. Neubauer’s little brown book:  November 26, 1973 – Clear, some fog and 34 degrees.   November 26, 2017 – 32 degrees early, but warmed up nicely and did have some sunshine.

There will be no Civic meetings in December, January, or February.  Next meeting will be in March, weather permitting, on the 20th.

Guess that’s the news for now.  Enjoy your week; should be pretty nice.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I will get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

Since I had no news in last week, here is what was supposed to be in.

The Lopez Civic Halloween party was held at the Pavilion on the 31st.  Was pretty darn cold, but all seemed to have a good time.  Judges were Tanya Stasiak, Tim and Lori Higley and Marty Slocum.  They had a fun time picking the winners.  There were some different and neat costumes this year.  Winners were:  0-3 – Funny – Axl Baton; Pretty – Hailey Mensch; Cute – Grayson Burke.  4-7 – Funny – Cameron Murrary; Pretty – Gemma Monachino; Scary – Reese Baton.  8-11 – Funny – Kaeleigh McDonald; Pretty – Sara Silfie; Scary – Kyleigh McDonald; 12 – Up – Funny – Dakota Higley; Scary – Katherine Kapler and Eric Applegate; Pretty – Ashley Bender.

Thanks to Nina Weslowski for chairing this event; thanks to those who donated “goodies” for the treat bags.  Special thanks to “B” for again this year donating the hay wagon, decorated with skeletons, lighted pumpkins and other “spooky” things.  Parents and kids had a great time riding around to the many houses to get their treats.  They all came back to the Pavilion for extra cookies and hot chocolate to take off the chill.  Looking forward to next year.

Sympathy to the family and relatives of Julie (Sisco) Chresomales who recently passed away.  She was born in Lopez.  Her obituary was in last weeks paper.  She was 100 years old.

The news for the week 15th includes some really cold weather, some snow flurries and very windy conditions.  Supposed to warm up this week and hope it will.

If you missed the New Albany Volunteer Fire Company play over the weekend, you missed an excellent show.  Lots of laughs, some “goofs”, but really have to give many thanks to these volunteers who put a lot of time and effort into the play each year; all on their own time. Saturday night was full house plus.  It was GREAT!!!

Happy Birthday wishes to Aiden Sperry, 13th; Monica Black, 16th; Alek Laird and Mike McDonald, 19th.  Hope you all have a great day.

B’s gang says HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY as he celebrated on the 11th.  Hope is was fantastic.   After seeing the play on Saturday evening, I’d say it was.

Happy Anniversary to TJ and Allison Lowden as they celebrate their anniversary on the 17th.  Congrats and many more.

Next Civic meeting will be held on Tuesday, the 21st, 6 p.m. at the Township Building.

HINT:  “The healing properties of the active ingredients in VaporRub provide plenty of healing power for minor cuts and bruises.  Just apply a bit of the gel to your would and cover with a bandage.”

Marc and Lisa Fenster, along with grand daughters, Lily and Eva, Philadelphia, spent a few days at their home on Church Street.  They always have such a good time with Kaeleigh and Kyleigh McDonald while they are here.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  To order, call 579-928-1099.

TJ and Allison Lowden, Marlton, NJ, spent a few days at their home on Church Street.

I guess that’s the news for now.  Hope I got it all.  Enjoy your week; it’s to hit 50!!!!   I’ll take it.  Have news give me a call at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

What great weather we’ve been having, despite a couple days of frost.  I’d take this all winter, if I could.  I know Mother Nature has other ideas in store for us, so take advantage of this now, while you can.  Haven’t heard people mowing their lawns this late in the season for quite some time.

Sympathy from the community to the family, relatives and friends of Roy Sperry who passed away recently.

Linda and Marino Santarelli had friends visit them last weekend.  Sandy and Joe Iracki, Esq., Nanticoke were here.  They are good friends of many decades.  They enjoyed the Flaming Foliage Festival, Dushore and High Knob.  A good time was had by all.

This Saturday, the 28th, will be the last soup-er Saturday at Hails Family Farm in Lopez.  They will have fresh hot soup to go and chili, along with dinner roll and cornbread, starting at 11 a.m. at their Lopez stand.  Any questions, call Joyce at 570-721-1145.

Jean Foust, Colley Township Tax Collector will be at the Township Building in Lopez on Monday, October 30th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for those of you wishing to pay your taxes.  She’s also running as a write-in for Tax Collector on the November ballot.

Halloween party, Tuesday, the 31st, at the Pavilion, 6 p.m.  Prizes and refreshments.

Don’t forget, Election Day is coming up on Tuesday, November 7th.  It’s your privilege so do get out and vote for whoever you think will do the best job.

Next Civic meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 21st, 6 p.m. at the Township Building.

Special birthday wishes to a special person.  If you see Doc Shoemaker out and about, wish him a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY as he celebrates 96 years on the 1st.   Have a great day Doc!!!

Get ready!  Mark your calendars.  New Albany Volunteer Fire Company is presenting another play.  This one is called “Fractured 70’s”.  It will feature Charlie’s Angels, Green Acres, The Brady Bunch, Happy Days, Three’s Company, All in the Family, and Gilligan’s Island.  This will be on November 4, 5, 10 & 11, with a matinee on Sunday, the 5th at 2 p.m.  Otherwise, play is at 7 p.m.  There will be bag auctions, basket raffles, lots of good food and beverages.  If you’ve never been to one of their plays, you should go.  Lots of fun and good entertainment.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  To order, call 570-928-1099.  The Church also has a halupki dinner coming up on Sunday, the 29th at the Church Hall.  This will be from Noon to 4 p.m. and is Eat In or Take Out.

There will probably be other things going on around the County, so keep an eye on the Sully for that.  Guess that’s the news for this time.  Sure hope you enjoy this nice weather.  Can’t say how long it’s going to last.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

After some really nice weather, looks like we’re going to have a rainy week.  As I sit here very early Monday morning typing my news, it’s raining pretty good and looks like it’ll be a dreary day.  We do need the rain, but I think we got spoiled with all the nice weather.  Leaves are still falling and color is fading.  Gardens and flower beds are about done for this year.

Another Saturday coming up and it will be soup-er at Hails Family Farm in Lopez.  Fresh hot soup and chili to go, along with a dinner roll and cornbread, beginning at 11 a.m. at their Lopez stand.  Any questions, call Joyce at 570-721-1145.

NOTE:  Next Civic meeting will be held on THURSDAY, the 19th, 6 p.m. at the Pavilion.  This is a DATE CHANGE, so mark your calendar accordingly.   Membership dues still being taken by Molly Johnson.

The Halloween party will be held at the Pavilion on Tuesday, the 31st, 6 p.m. at the Pavilion.  Refreshments and prizes, so get your costumes ready.

Bob and I  spent Friday morning at Wyalusing Elementary School where he presented four mineral programs to the 4th graders.  Kids enjoyed the day and asked many questions.  Were especially amazed at the fluorescent minerals.

The Sullivan County Fall Festival is coming up this weekend, held at the Fair Grounds in Forksville.  It will include crafts, demonstrations and sales.  There will also be lumberjack activities.  Free entertainment and lost of good food for you to enjoy.  Something of interest for all to stop by and see.  This is sponsored by the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce.

Happy Birthday wishes to Josh Anderson and Ken Smith, 17th; Marie Cikovic, 19th; Ted Hubiak, 20th; and Aine Lee McDonald, 21st.  Hope you all have a good day.

Happy Anniversary to Kevin and Terry Bullis as they celebrate on the 20th.  Have a great day.

I understand it is now archery season for the next couple of weeks, so be careful if you’re out and about near the woods.  Good luck hunters and be safe.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  To order, call 570-928-1099.  Their halupki dinner is also coming up on Sunday, the 29th; Noon to 4 p.m.; at St. Vladimir’s Hall; eat in or take out.

HINT:  Ammonia cleans the oven.  For almost effortless oven cleaning, fill a bowl with ammonia and set it in an unheated oven over night; remove the bowl the next day.  The ammonia’s fumes will have loosened the gunk so you can wipe it off with a wet sponge or paper towel.”  (I guess this is if you don’t have a self-cleaning oven.)

Guess that’s the news for now.  Enjoy this rainy week; I’m sure there is something you’ll find to do.  Good week to read a book, put a puzzle together, or do some baking.  Have news, call  me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

Color this fall has not been very good. Some trees never even got a leaf.