Harold E. Noll, 71, of Reamstown, died Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2011 in Lancaster General Hospital.

Born in Reamstown, a son of the late Howard H. Noll and Daisy Mae (Rathman) Noll Russell, he was the husband of Sandra J. (Hagy) Noll for 52 years.

A 1958 Cocalico High School graduate, he received his associates degree from Franklin & Marshall College in 1984. An active member of St. Paul’s Evangelical Congregational Church, he served as head of the kitchen committee and was known for his passion for cooking. Harold worked 35 years for Walter W. Moyer and then Gerber, Ephrata. A past president of the East Cocalico Lions Club, he received the 1985 Lion of the Year and 1998 Melvin Jones Fellow Awards. He also served on the East Cocalico Township Water and Sewer Authority and was a former township auditor. Most of all, he cherished his family and time with his grandchildren.

Also surviving are a daughter: Lori A., wife of Nelson L. Leisey Jr., of Ephrata; grandchildren: Shawna J. Lausch, Justin R. Lausch, Heather M. Honberger, Dustin L. Leisey and Daniel R. Leisey; five great-grandchildren; and sisters: Harriet B. Sensenig, of Stevens; and Hazel A. Sensenig, of Denver.

A baked ham and roast turkey dinner will be sponsored by Swamp Christian Fellowship Willing Workers on Oct. 8 from 4 to 7 p.m.

The menu includes: fruit cup, coleslaw, cranberry sauce, roast turkey, baked ham, potato filling, candied sweet potatoes, green beans, corn, roll and butter, coffee, tea and choice of dessert. The cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children six to 12 and free from children under six.

The fellowship is located at 390 Swamp Church Road, Reinholds.

Joy Maier (left), treasurer for the Friends of the Adamstown Public Library, and Kathy Thren, the library's director, proudly display two of the six Kindles recently purchased for use by patrons. (Photo by Preston Whitcraft)Joy Maier (left), treasurer for the Friends of the Adamstown Public Library, and Kathy Thren, the library's director, proudly display two of the six Kindles recently purchased for use by patrons. (Photo by Preston Whitcraft)

The Friends of the Adamstown Area Library recently purchased six Kindles for patrons of the library.

Each Kindle comes with an array of eBooks from the New York Times Best Seller lists for fiction and nonfiction, inspirational books and classics. The patented E Ink Peral display technology makes the Kindles easy to use and reading in bright sunlight a breeze.

It’s easy to check one out as well. All patrons need to do is sign a Kindle agreement and then check it out the same way they would for other library items.

The Kindles have been available at the library for less than a month and are already very popular. The librarians are eager to help patrons learn how to use this new piece of technology.

It will soon be here… the time when Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue (DVGRR) opens the gates for the 2011 Annual Reunion of Adopted Dogs. Anyone who has adopted a dog from DVGRR, is thinking about adopting a dog or just wants to be part of the fun can round up friends and come out to Golden Gateway in Reinholds from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 1 for a day of celebration.

Many of the more than 3,200 Goldens who’ve been adopted since the non-profit organization was founded in 1993 will return to renew friendships and show off their fur-ever families.

The theme this year is "Ears to the Future" as DVGRR will be showcasing its new on-site health care services. Visitors can stroll the grounds, talk with other Golden lovers and adopters, join in the interactive dog games and contests. Special this year is the Longest Ears and Shortest Ears Contest.

Visitors can shop for special reunion bargains at Pap’s Place, DVGRR’s on-site retail store, buy a raffle ticket, bid on one of the enticing silent auction items and enjoy the food available for purchase.

By: KIMBERLY MARSELAS Review Correspondent, Staff Writer

After agreeing to open its skate park to bikers last month, Denver Borough officials have now decided to close the facility until equipment repairs can be made.

The skate and bike park was flooded by rains from Tropical Storm Lee, with standing water further weakening a center ramp that was already showing signs of wear. The fenced facility has been closed to riders and skaters since then, though the fence itself has been fixed.

At a meeting Monday night, borough council put off repairing the ramp at an estimated cost of $4,400. Some members argued that the children who use the park should be at least partly responsible for its upkeep.

"I don’t think the taxpayers should have to pay for something like this," said Stephen Binkley. "It’d be nice to have, but we’re not made of money here."

Binkley and fellow member Walter Fink said the skaters and bikers who use the equipment should help pay for upgrades by fundraising.

Binkley made a motion, which was approved by council, to delay any borough funding for repairs until after members can consult with the borough’s recreation board.

By: GARY P. KLINGER Review Correspondent, Staff Writer

Ephrata Township planners were discussing some Giant changes for the east end of town Tuesday night.

John Murphy, developer for a project that would bring a new Giant Foods grocery store to the area, was on hand to present details. Commissioners were considering a request to approve the preliminary / final subdivision plan, as well as action on several waivers. Murphy said his firm is interested in getting started with the changes fronting Route 322 in advance of development to that portion of the site, which will eventually house the Giant store.

Final approval would move developers closer to finalizing the acquisition of properties to the west of the Ephrata Honda motorcycle dealership and up to and including the current site of Bachman Auto Sales. Once acquired, those buildings would be razed and the lots reconfigured to become three out-parcels. According to Murphy, while there are no commitments in place, he anticipates a bank and perhaps restaurant types of businesses to occupy the three parcels.

By: ROCHELLE SHENK Review Correspondent, Staff Writer

Ephrata Area Social Services (EASS) continues its celebration with and Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 4 through Friday, Oct. 7 and the 5th annual Family Fun Day from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 9.

The Open House will be held at the EASS facility, 227 N. State St., beginning on the organization’s unofficial anniversary date of Oct. 4. Tom Swalwell, EASS executive director, said that visitors will have an opportunity to see the organization’s operations, which include the food bank, clothing bank and warehouse.

"We do a lot with a little, and all out of this facility," he said.

He added the EASS not only plays an ongoing role in channeling resources to support the community, but it also played a role in disaster relief efforts for area residents affected by flooding from Tropical Storm Lee.

Swalwell encourages businesses, church and school groups, as well as community members, to visit EASS during the Open House. However, to ensure that everyone can be accommodated, visitors are asked to call ahead to schedule a tour at 733-0345

By: ROCHELLE A. SHENK Review Correspondent, Staff Writer

Members of the European Train Enthusiasts' Keystone Chapter show off their modular train layout. Pictured are (left to right) Helmut Strauss, Klaus Schoels, Gus White and Chris Braun. (Photo by Stan Hall)Members of the European Train Enthusiasts' Keystone Chapter show off their modular train layout. Pictured are (left to right) Helmut Strauss, Klaus Schoels, Gus White and Chris Braun. (Photo by Stan Hall)

Model railroading has a wide appeal. Many are fascinated by the layouts that feature miniature versions of real-world trains traveling over painstakingly laid-out track that often includes inclines and bridges, detailed settings and scenery. The European Train Enthusiasts (ETE) take that one step further and focus on equipment that can be found in Europe.

"European trains have a different look than those found in the US — the colors are different, and the engines and passenger cars have a different style. There are also a lot more steam engines. They ran steam in Europe until 1973-75 on the main lines, and until the early to mid-80s on industrial lines, while we ran steam here in the US until the 1950s," explained Joe Krepps, secretary of the Keystone chapter. He added that another strong appeal for European trains is the scenery. "There’s something special about trains wandering through scenery such as Swiss mountains," he said.

By: MICHELLE REIFF Review Staff mreiff.eph@lnpnews.com, Staff Writer

Volunteers at the Ephrata Pioneer Fire Company trailer prepare to award cakes to those who tried their luck at the well-known game. (Photo by Preston Whitcraft)Volunteers at the Ephrata Pioneer Fire Company trailer prepare to award cakes to those who tried their luck at the well-known game. (Photo by Preston Whitcraft)

There are certain things that one thinks of when hearing the words "Ephrata Fair." An Akron Lions toasted cheeseburger, the Fat Albert game, Sweigart’s cheesesteak… all are long-time fixtures. Another that comes to mind has been delighting fairgoers for decades with the chance to win mouth-watering desserts with just a coin and a spin of the wheel.

The Ephrata Pioneer Fire Company’s presence at the fair is one of the longest in existence, dating all the way back to the year 1947. In those days the company had multiple stands: one with fruit baskets, another with blankets, a novelty stand and, as time went on, the cake and candy spin. All stands were wooden stationary units.

Paul Wise, who has been around longer than many others in the fire company, was labeled the "historian" by his fellow members. He related how the fire company shifted from the wooden stand to eventually using a trailer.

By: JACQUELINE WATSON Review Correspondent, Staff Writer

It was with both cautiousness and hopefulness that the Clay Township board of supervisors adopted an ordinance authorizing them to enter into a charter with Penn Township and Warwick Township for the formation of the Northern Lancaster County Regional Police Department.

The board realizes that regionalization is not above future complications, but they are hopeful that this charter will be successful and continue to be run by team players.

"Residents are asking me, ‘well is this going to work, is that going to work?’ Well, we sure hope it does, but we can’t guarantee," chairman Timothy Lausch commented. "We’re going to try the best we can to make it work."

Lausch then pointed to a clear positive side of the agreement.

"I feel … we’re going to have more resources to pull from…more coverage," he said.

The ordinance was adopted at the board of supervisors meeting Sept. 12 after a hearing. This acceptance was preceded by a public meeting on Aug. 31, which included well over 30 residents and a two-hour question and answer period.