North Catasauqua Police Department reminds residents that children have already or will be soon returning to school.

A friendly reminder from the police department about the Pennsylvania School Bus Stopping Law: Motorists must stop at least 10 feet away from school buses that have their red lights flashing and stop arm extended. Motorists must stop when they are behind a bus, meeting a bus or approaching an intersection where a bus is stopped.

If you have any questions, contact Corporal Santiago, who is the North Catasauqua Police Department BusPatrol liaison.

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State Rep. Zach Mako, R-183rd, reminds residents about school bus safety and to slow down for school buses.

With students returning to class, school buses are back on the roads. Motorists, parents and children are encouraged to refresh their memories about how to share the road safely.

Penalties for failure to obey school bus safety laws can result in a $250 fine, five points on a driving record and a 60-day license suspension.

Parents are reminded to ensure their children are at the bus stop early to avoid rushing. Students should stay where the bus driver can see them while boarding or exiting the bus.

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The Catasauqua Club, 226 Pine St., is holding a basket social 5-8 p.m. Sept. 8 and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 9. There will be food available for purchase, a bake sale and an additional 50/50 raffle.

Tickets will be available at the door.

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A Responsible Recycling Services electronics recycling event is scheduled to take place 9-11 a.m. Sept. 9 at the North Catasauqua Borough Public Works complex, 1460 Main St. The event is for North Catasauqua Borough residents only, and proof of residency must be provided.

Some items may be recycled for free, while other items have a fee. Cash (have exact change) or check (made payable to RRS) will be accepted.

For more details about the event, visit the borough website at northcatasauqua.org.

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The fun continues this fall at North Catasauqua William J. Albert Memorial Park, 701 Grove St., with a cornhole league. Registration for the upcoming fall session is Sept. 12, and playing will begin Sept. 19.

Visit the North Catasauqua Recreation Committee Facebook page for more information as it becomes available.

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A senior expo, hosted by Mako, will be 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 14 at Bethany Wesleyan Church, 675 Blue Mountain Drive, Cherryville. The expo is free to attend, and light refreshments will be available.

Exhibitors from state and local agencies, businesses and other organizations will be on hand to provide information and answer questions important to seniors.

Free health screenings, including vision, balance and blood pressure, will be offered. Flu shots will be available pending manufacturing.

Also, CarFit, an educational program for seniors to learn how well their personal vehicles “fit” them, will be on hand.

To register for CarFit, contact Mildred Ozoa at 610-865-7083.

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The borough is looking to hire a full-time treasurer. The position is Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week and overtime as needed. Salary will be determined based on experience, with a minimum starting salary of $43,680.

The position handles the financial affairs of the borough, including, but not limited to, budgets, accounts receivable, pensions, grants and daily office duties.

Applications and resumes should be submitted in person to the office by 4 p.m. Sept. 15.

For more information about the position, visit the borough website.

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North Catasauqua Hometown Heroes banners are available to purchase and will be hung around town. The banners are intended to honor or remember a relative or anyone who served in any branch of the military.

There is a cost.

A photo of the individual to be put on the banner will be needed with the name of the individual on the back of the photo.

The banners are expected to be hung on Howertown Road and Grove, Main and Fourth streets. They are similar to the banners already installed around the perimeter of the North Catasauqua park.

Banner application forms are available during regular business hours at borough hall, 1066 Fourth St.

For more information or if you have questions, call the borough office at 610-264-1504, ext. 4.

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Catasauqua Community Thrift Shop, 113 Bridge St., is having a half-price sale on everything during September.

Regular hours at the shop are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays.

The shop accepts donations of good, used, clean clothing and household items during regular store hours. Proceeds from the shop are returned to the community through contributions that support youth and adult programs and services.

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Have a happy and safe Labor Day weekend!