Shohola looking to assist elderly and disabled this winter

VERA MORET
Posted 8/21/12

SHOHOLA, PA — Keith Raser, Shohola Township supervisor, is in the midst of organizing volunteers to assist clearing the walkways of those unable to do so themselves this winter. This initiative is …

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Shohola looking to assist elderly and disabled this winter

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SHOHOLA, PA — Keith Raser, Shohola Township supervisor, is in the midst of organizing volunteers to assist clearing the walkways of those unable to do so themselves this winter. This initiative is Raser’s own and is not related to Shohola government. The idea came after last winter’s snowfall and the hazards it brought. These volunteers would only be clearing walkways and not driveways. Anyone who would like to volunteer, anyone who needs assistance, and anyone who knows someone who needs assistance is encouraged to call 570/559-7314.

Shohola Park and Recreation Committee member and township secretary Diana Blume announced a Santa’s workshop, which will be one of several holiday events being offered by organizations within the municipality. This, the second annual Santa’s workshop, will be held on Friday, December 4 at Rohman Park. This event, sponsored by Parks and Recreation, will include holiday crafts and treats as well as letters to Santa, which will all receive a response. The event is held indoors in the pavilion, so weather will not be a factor. Further information is available by contacting the township building at 570/559-7394.

On a similar note, Raser reminded residents that Santa will be making his annual visit to the Caboose on Saturday, December 5 from 1 to 3 p.m., sponsored by the Shohola Railroad and Historical Society. There will be warm drinks, small gifts and, of course, Santa’s arrival. Call the society at 570/296-2304 for further information.

The supervisors noted the recent loss of longtime resident Thomas McKean. Dan and Patty McKean have requested that the bridge on Shohola Creek Road be dedicated to his memory. This suggestion was taken under advisement by the board.

No new information was available regarding the state of emergency that was called last month due to the accident involving a large, over-weight truck that lost its brakes and had to cross the Pond Eddy Bridge from New York to the PA side of the Delaware River. This matter is of great concern in the township as the bridge, which provides the only access to Pond Eddy, PA, has been deteriorating over the years. The bridge had to be closed for a time while engineers and officials from both states inspected it and made repairs. Currently, there is a strictly enforced three-ton weight limit for any vehicle crossing the bridge, until repairs and ultimately replacement of the historic bridge take place.

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