04.08.26 issue

SHOPPING NEWS

of Lancaster County

Schoeneck Fire Company Prepares For 14th Annual Mud Sale

The Schoeneck Fire Company, 125 North King Street in Denver is busy getting ready for its 14th Annual Mud Sale on Saturday, April 18 starting at 8:00 a.m. There will be a large selection of power tools, lawn and

garden items, swing sets, outdoor lawn furniture, quilts, flowers and so much more with something for everyone. A quilt auction will begin at 11:30 a.m. and a food stand run by the fire company auxiliary will be

serving good food. The fire company will be accepting quality consignments and donations on Wednesday, April 15 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, April 16 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Friday, April 17

from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Items are not accepted on sale day. All proceeds benefit the fire company. Call 717-336-6767 for more information.

Kissel Hill Elementary School Students Enjoy Fine Arts Day

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Students at Kissel Hill Elementary recently spent a day learning from a wide variety of guest artists who shared their creativity and

advice during Fine Arts Day. Shown in the photos, starting at top left, are Mr. Brennan from Lititz Martial Arts as he has a student

demonstrate punching techniques; next, accomplished artist Richard Hight talks to students after doing a live painting right in front of

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Shown in the photo, from left to right, are Randy Horst (Schoeneck Fire Company Captain), Kayden Horst, Brayden High, Mason High, Weston High and Ashton High.

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dancer Ainsley Bowers from Hooley School of Irish Dance

lastly, musical group Ukulele Uprising performs a number.

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Terre Hill Area Senior Connections

The Terre Hill Area Senior Connections, held at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 105 West Main Street, Terre Hill, is open Monday and Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon. There is no cost to attend. This group is open to independent adults 60+ in the North East area. For more information, call 717488-3735 or email thacpa@ gmail.com.

Daily Activities Include: Thursday, April 9: 9:00 a.m., Coffee/Conversation; 9:30 a.m., Games/Puzzles; 10:00 a.m., Anthony Sheaffer Antiques. Monday, April 13: 9:00 a.m., Coffee/Conversation; 9:30 a.m., Games/Puzzles; 10:30 a.m., Musician Clyde Spangler.

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Senior Moments Luncheon

First Church Ephrata, 68 North Church Street, Ephrata, will hold its monthly Senior Moments luncheon on Thursday April 9 at 11:45 a.m. (eat at 12:00 noon, potluck lunch – no charge), followed with entertainment by “The Chestnuts.” Come and enjoy them with the church.

“The Chestnuts” are a group of guys that have been together over 20 years. They love playing good fun music for folks. These days, they mostly play for retirement communities and private groups. They also accept audience requests. For more information, call 717-738-2465.

The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley, located at 237-249 West Main Street (Route 322), Ephrata, needs your help! They are hoping that Shopping News readers can provide information regarding this photo. Shown in the photo is an unknown couple at a St. Patrick’s Day party held for the employees of the Stunzi Silk Mill, Ephrata, in 1947.

If you are able to provide more details about this picture, call The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley at 717-733-1616 or email cjmarquet@gmail. com. Future “Do You Know…” photos will be published in upcoming Shopping News issues.

The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley is dedicated to discovering, gathering and preserving materials and data relative to the community known as the Cocalico Valley. For more information on the Museum and the Library, please visit their website at www. cocalicovalleyhs.org or call 717-733-1616.

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Lititz Senior Center Lists Activities

The Lancaster County Office of Aging, Lititz Senior Center, located at Lititz United Methodist Church, 201 East Market Street, Lititz, is open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., with lunch served at 11:30 a.m. There is no cost to attend.

The Center serves independent Lancaster County seniors ages 60 and up from

like our Facebook page (The Shopping News of Lancaster County) and view the album titled “Do You Know?” Photos will be updated with information as it is received.

Ephrata, Rothsville, Akron, Neffsville and Lititz areas. Ephrata is also served by van service. Reservations for lunch and transportation must be made by 10:00 a.m., one day in advance, by calling the Center at 717-6262800.

Daily Activities Include: Wednesday, April 8: 8:30 a.m., Table Games; 9:00 a.m., Yoga; 10:00 a.m., Bible Study with Pastor Vernon; 10:30 a.m., Easter Bingo; 11:30 a.m., Lunch; 1:00 p.m., Tai Chi.

Thursday, April 9: 8:30 a.m., Table Games; 9:15 a.m., Exercise with Kathy; 10:15 a.m., Music with Nick Vicosa; Registration for Senior Games; 11:30 a.m., Lunch.

Monday, April 13: 9:00 a.m., Table Games; 9:15

a.m., Exercise with Kathy; 10:00 a.m., Michelle from Legends Fun; 10:30 a.m., Night Wonders of Astronomy; 11:30 a.m., Lunch. Lunch Menu:

Wednesday, April 8: 3 oz. chicken cutlet, 2 oz. country white gravy, 1/2 cup mashed potatoes, 1/2 cup peas, wheat bread, 1/2 cup blushed fruit. Thursday, April 9: 3 oz. pepper steak with 1 oz. tomato sauce, 1 oz. peppers, 1 oz. onions, baked potato, 1/2 cup carrots, wheat bread, 1/2 cup gelatin.

Monday, April 13: Creamy vegetable lasagna, .5 oz. shredded mozzarella, 1/2 cup California blend vegetables, garlic breadstick, fresh fruit.

* Menu subject to change.

OBITUARIES

Due to press deadlines, some obituaries may appear in Section B. View obituaries at www.snews.com/obituaries.

Randall Lee Hurst

Randall Lee Hurst, 55, of Stevens, passed away peacefully at his home in Stevens on March 31, 2026. Born on August 29, 1970, in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, to Leroy N. and Patricia Ann (Doutrich) Hurst, and the loving husband to Sandra (Peachey) Hurst.

A graduate of Pleasant Valley Mennonite School, Randall built a career over the past twenty years focused on car parts, both as a mechanic and a salesman. His work with various companies demonstrated his expertise and commitment, most notably his time at Nolt’s Auto Parts. There, he forged deep bonds. Randall was a man of many passions. He had a profound love for the outdoors, enjoying fourwheeling, riding motorcycles, and spending time in the mountains. He also participated in a church

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Glenn R. Carpenter, 90, Ephrata, passed away on Sunday, March 22.

He is survived by a brother, Jay, husband of Mary Ann (Gorton) Carpenter, Lititz.

John L. Flanagan, 40, Ephrata, passed away on Sunday, March 22. He is survived by his father, J. Michael Flanagan, Lititz; and two brothers: Dr. M. Casey Flanagan, husband

waiting until everyone else had eaten before taking his meal. Randall’s memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him.

Benjamin L. King, 58, husband of Rachel Ann Fisher King, Lititz, passed away on Wednesday, March 25.

softball team. His passion for golf was well-known among his friends and family. Above all, Randall treasured his role as a father and grandfather, finding immense joy in the company of his children and grandchildren. His family was the cornerstone of his life.

Those who knew Randall admired his generous spirit— he was always the one to put others before himself, often

Along with his parents and beloved wife, Randall is survived by his three children: Brittany, wife of Jeremy Kurtz; Tyler Hurst, and Kortney, wife of Dakota Cook; three grandchildren, Mason, Oaklynn, and Bryson; and two sisters, Karen, wife of William Brubaker, and Joanne, wife of Chad Sauder.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 18th at 10:00 a.m., held at Ephrata Community Church, located at 70 Clay School Road, Ephrata, PA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions are appreciated to Capstone Medical Association: 4807 Jonestown Road, 141, Harrisburg, PA 17109.

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of Dr. Julia Cheringal, Bethesda, Maryland, and Joseph Flanagan, husband of Abigail, Lancaster.

Ronald “Ron” W. Gigl, 86, husband of Janet, Lititz, passed away on Tuesday, March 24.

Besides his wife, he is survived by a stepson, Todd Sargent, husband of Angie, Lititz; three step-grandchildren; and a sister, Joyce Felizzi.

He was preceded in death by a stepson, Craig Sargent. Janet F. Bingaman, 87, wife of Ronald E. Bingaman, Stevens, passed away on Wednesday, March 25.

Besides her husband, she is survived by a son, Bobby Bingaman; a daughter, Kim Weachter, wife of Tony; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his mother, Anna Lapp King, Lititz. Marian J. Brensinger, 88, Landis Homes, Lititz, passed away on Thursday, March 26.

She was the wife of the late J. Daniel Brensinger. She is survived by two daughters: Jill, wife of Jeffrey Trimbath, Crofton, Maryland, and Kelly, wife of Philip Horning, Adamstown; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and a sister, Linda, wife of J. Ronald “Bud” Martin, Easton.

Crystal R. Hurst, 48, Lititz, passed away on Thursday, March 26.

She is survived by her father, Kenneth S. Hurst; Katrina, wife of Carl Hurst, Robesonia; Kirsten, wife of Michael Wise, Loysville; and Colleen, wife of John Hoover, Morgantown.

Daniel S. King, infant son of Elmer F. and Barbara Stoltzfus King, Ephrata, was stillborn on Thursday, March 26.

Besides his parents, he is survived by seven brothers: Amos, Benjamin, Enos, Melvin, John, Elmer Jr. and Samuel King, all at home; a sister, Emma King, at home; and grandparents: Bennie

and Katie Fisher King, Ephrata, and John and Barbara Blank Stoltzfus, Lancaster. Urbane Peachey, 91, Lititz, passed away on Thursday, March 26.

He was the husband of the late Gwendolyn (Wenger) Peachey.

He is survived by a son, Michael Peachey, husband of Jana King Peachey, Lititz; a daughter, Kirsten Peachey, wife of Alicia Gingrich, Oak Park, Illinois; seven grandchildren; and two greatgrandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a son, Charles E. Peachey.

Ann L. Balmer, 69, wife of Jesse Balmer, Ephrata, passed away on Friday, March 27.

Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons: J. Allen Balmer, husband of Celena (Martin), Pine Grove, and Andrew Balmer, husband of Brooke (McMahon), Akron; a daughter, Amber, wife of Andrew Johnson, West Virginia; eight grandchildren; a brother, Gerald Weinhold, husband of Deb, Stevens; and two sisters: Karen Weiler, Ephrata, and Jean Olivo, wife of Steve, Adam’s Center, New York.

Doris M. Barr, 98, Neffsville Nursing and Rehab, formerly of Lititz and West Lampeter Township, passed away on Friday, March 27.

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She was the wife of the late Robert K. Barr.

She is survived by a son, Robert K. Barr Jr., husband of Mary A., Lititz; a daughter, Carol Ann Heisler, wife of Martin, Melbourne, Florida; three grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and a sister, Kathy Davis, Lancaster.

She was preceded in death by a grandchild.

Judith Ann “Judi” Mentzer, 84, Lititz, passed away on Friday, March 27.

She was the wife of the late Ronald Mentzer.

She is survived by two daughters: Amy Adams, wife of Neil, and Abby Dodds, wife of Rob; four grandchildren; three greatgrandchildren; and a sister, Jane Markert.

Lin Yin Nolt, 89, Lititz, passed away on Friday, March 27.

She was the wife of the late Richard K. Nolt. She is survived by a son, Michael; and a daughter, Dawn, wife of David; and one grandchild.

Mary Jane Schnader, 92, wife of Gerald R. Schnader, Ephrata, passed away on Friday, March 27.

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Lititz Public Library

Events

For more information on any of the following programs happening at the Lititz Public Library, 651 Kissel Hill Road, Lititz, please call 717-626-2255 or visit their website at lititzlibrary.org. All programs are subject to change. Check the library’s website for updates.

Friends of the Lititz Library Book Sale

• Thursday, April 9 from 9:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

• Friday, April 10 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• Saturday, April 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

$4 a bag begins at 12:00 noon on Saturday, April 11

• Project Linus Blanketeers - Tuesdays, April 7 & 21 at 2:00 p.m. The Blanketeers meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. They get together to socialize and create blankets of various kinds for Project Linus. Project Linus is a volunteer non-profit organization that created handmade blankets to give to children who are seriously ill, traumatized or otherwise in need of new handmade blankets. Project Linus welcomes

Ephrata Area Social Services Receives Gift Cards

On Wednesday, January 21, the Ephrata Area Democrats and the Guy K. Bard Club partnered to support local families in need by donating $420 in grocery gift cards to the Ephrata Area Social Services (EASS). The gift cards will help families in the Ephrata area access essential groceries and household items during the winter months.

The donation is part of the organizations’ ongoing efforts to support EASS and local families throughout the year. In 2025, the two groups have contributed a total of $715 in monetary donations, including the grocery gift cards, along with hundreds of pounds of food and paper products for families served by EASS.

blankets in all styles, including quilts, tied comforters, fleece blankets, crocheted and knitted afghans. No registration needed. For more information contact dguscott@lititzlibrary.org or call 717-626-2255.

• Painting Club - Wednesdays, April 8 & 22 at 12:30 p.m. Meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of

This annual collaborative effort reflects both organizations’ dedication to fostering community wellbeing and providing meaningful

each month. Bring your own painting supplies. Get together with others to paint and socialize. No registration required.

• Great Decisions Discussion Group - Wednesday, April 8 at 6:30 p.m. If you have an interest in foreign affairs, join them for this moderated, non-partisan discussion group. No special

support to those in need in the community.

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knowledge is required for this informal discussion forum, just an inquiring mind. No registration required.

• Exploring Growing Together - Thursdays, April 9 & 23 at 11:30 a.m. A forum discussion learning series offers a safe learning environment in which to discuss and explore topics and beliefs. No registration needed.

& Thursdays Please call 717-336-4007 to request enrollment applications.

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welcome. Online registration 2 weeks prior to each class.

• Baked Books ClubTuesday, April 14 at 2:00 p.m. Meets at the library on the second Tuesday of the month at 2:00 p.m. They read a book, discuss it, and enjoy a dessert to go along with the book. Online registration begins two weeks prior.

• Lititz Game ClubWednesday, April 15 at 4:30 p.m. Meets on the first and third Wednesday of the month. A place for people to come together and play tabletop games. Whether you enjoy casual games like Uno and Scrabble, Gateway games like Catan, Wingspan, and Ticket to Ride, or more strategic games like Scythe and Terraforming Mars, we have plenty of fun games to play. A game library with a selection of games is available, but feel free to bring your own (family-friendly) games as well! Our games accommodate players ages 10 and up. No registration is needed.

• Genealogy Club - Wednesday, April 15 at 6:30 p.m. Come learn tips and tricks for finding your family tree. No registration needed.

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•Kalanchoe Now Blooming •Orchid Cactus Blooming Soon •Perennial Varieties •Geraniums •Petunias •Hanging Baskets •Planters

• Knitting Club - Tuesdays, April 14 & 28 at 6:00 p.m., and Monday, April 20 at 10:00 a.m. Knitting Club meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, from 10:00 a.m. until noon and the second and last Tuesday of each month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Knitting Club is for people who knit and like to share the craft. This is not a class or instruction, just a friendly gathering to knit and work on projects. Must bring all your own supplies. Crocheters also welcome. No registration required.

• Accessible Yoga with Black Cat Yoga - Tuesday, April 14 at 6:30 p.m. & Friday, April 24 at 10:00 a.m. A gentle and fully accessible practice of poses and flows, centering the connection of mind and body. All abilities

• Concert: Carl Kline on Acoustic Guitar - Thursday, April 16 at 6:30 p.m. Online registration began on Thursday, April 2.

• Lititz Historical Foundation - Saturday, April 18 at 1:30 p.m. Dominish Miller “Pennsylvania women of WW2.” Online registration began on Saturday, April 4.

• Writing Club - Monday, April 20 at 1:00 p.m. Come join their community of writers to gain support, share information, and critiques. Contact Diane at dguscott@

Shown in the photo, from left to right, are Ginny Di ILIO,

tary; Casey Ellis, EASS Executive Director; Barbara Marty, Guy K. Bard President; and Dan Sweigart, Guy K. Bard Treasurer.

lititzlibrary.org for more information.

• Jane Austen SocietyTuesday, April 21 at 6:30 p.m. Come discuss all things Jane Austen while enjoying tea and treats. No registration needed.

• Red Rose Quilters Guild of Lancaster Embroidery Mini Group - Wednesday, April 22 at 1:30 p.m. This club works to promote, educate, and encourage the love

of machine embroidery incorporating it into their love for quilting. Meeting on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Come share your knowledge, show and tell project, and answer any problems or questions about machine embroidering. No registration needed.

• Lititz Art AssociationTuesday, April 28 at 6:00 p.m. No registration needed.

• Sewcial Sewing Club -

Wednesday, April 29 at 6:00 p.m. This sewing club is for people who sew and like to share the craft. This is not a class or instruction, just a friendly gathering to sew and work on projects. Must bring all your own supplies, including portable sewing machine, and extension cord. No registration required.

• BYOB Book Club –Closed to new membersThursday, April 30 at 2:00 p.m. A non-traditional book club. Bring whatever you are currently reading and share it with the group. This is a great way to find new books. For more information contact Diane at dguscott@lititzlibrary.org

• Poetry Open Mic NightThursday, April 30 from 6:00 p.m. In honor of National Poetry Month they will be inviting poet to an open mic night at the library. Come share your own poem or recite your favorite poem. Each poet/reader will have 5 minutes to recite their poem(s). Online registration begins Thursday, April 16.

Children/Families

Register online two weeks prior to the event.

• Spring StoryWalk - The Lititz Public Library’s spring StoryWalk® title is “A Little More Beautiful” by Sarah Mackenzie. Sly as a fox and swift as a bird, Lou Alice is determined to leave each day a little more beautiful than she found it. But when she moves away from her little house, no one in town notices she’s gone. No one, that is, except a little girl, who sets out to carry on Lou Alice’s work. Can the girl find her own way to make the world a little more beau-

tiful? The StoryWalk® begins to the right of the entrance to the Lititz Public Library and moves counterclockwise around the library.

• Backyard StorytimeTuesday, April 7 - Wednesday, May 27 - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays 11:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Backyard Storytime will meet outdoors at the Veteran’s Honor Park, weather permitting. Registration is required weekly. Online registration will be available two weeks before each Backyard Storytime.

• Earth Day Read Aloud and Craft - Thursday, April 9 at 6:00 p.m. Warwick Lions Club will lead an Earth Day read aloud and craft. Geared for children ages 5 and up.

• Paws to Read - Saturday , April 11 & 25 at 10:00 a.m. Children can practice their reading-aloud skills by reading their favorite stories to therapy-trained dogs. Teens and Adults are also welcome to read to the dogs for stress relief. Register online two weeks prior to the program.

• 3-Week Parachute Classes - Monday, April 13Thursday, April 30. Parachute Play. Children ages 3 to 5, attend independently (Continued On Page 8A)

OBITUARIES

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ard Schnader, husband of Karen; four stepdaughters: Tina K. Buch, wife of Doug; Tammy Hughes, wife of Bill; Terri Esbenshade; and Trudy Martin, wife of Dwight; two grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a sister, Shirley France.

Sally Anne Wealand, 80, Stevens, passed away on Friday, March 27.

She was the wife of the late Forrest “Sonny” Wealand.

She is survived by a son, Bradley, husband of Diane (Verso) Wealand; a daughter, Andrea, wife of Nathan Webber; and five grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a son, Alan.

Dr. Kenneth J. Wise, 88, husband of Patsy Rich Wise, Landis Homes, Lititz, passed away on Friday, March 27.

Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons: Randy, husband of JoAnn Rauscher Wise, Nottingham, and Michael, husband of Heather Fortna Wise, Myerstown; a

daughter, Lisa, wife of Joe Rauscher, Lynchburg, Virginia; 11 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and two sisters: Janet Pitera, Blue Ball, and Joyce Jordan, Florida.

Thomas Francis Ramsbottom, 85, husband of Joanne Schober, Leola, passed away on Saturday, March 28.

Besides his wife, he is survived by three sons: Thomas Ramsbottom, husband of Heidi, Mohnton; Craig Ramsbottom, Richmond, Virginia; and John Ramsbottom, husband of Rachel, Staunton, Virginia; a daughter, Mary Hess, wife of Daniel, Rockingham, Virginia; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

Plant Exchange

The Lititz Historical Foundation in conjunction with the Lititz Garden Club will hold its Annual Plant Exchange on Sunday, April 26 at 1:30 p.m. The event will be held in the Mary Oehme Gardens, behind the museum buildings at 137-145 East Main Street in Lititz. The event is rain or shine.

The plants to exchange must be perennials and must have identification tags. Each plant must be placed in a container for transportation. Upon arrival, a ticket will be handed out for each plant. The plants must be placed in categories including Sun, Shade, Exotic, Bulbs, Herbs and Ground Cover. These tickets can be redeemed for another plant after all plants are placed in the categories and the attendees have some time to explore the categories. Questions? Email info@lititzhistoricalfoundation.com.

Ceremony

Align Pregnancy Services celebrated the opening of its new location at 115 East Main Street, Ephrata, with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Align will provide free pregnancy services and parenting education to families in Ephrata and the surrounding communities. This larger building provides space for Align’s full offering of medical services, including ultrasounds, and will double the number of families it can serve each year. Shown in the photo, from

left to right, are (front) Joy Ashley, Mainspring of Ephrata; Janae Hostetter, Vice Chair - Align Life Ministries Board of Directors; Dawn Martin, Secretary, Ephrata; Heidi Geerer, Director of Client Services; Kim Platchek, Pregnancy Services Director, Ephrata; Lisa Hosler, President, Align Life

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a.m. for a Polka Mass with the Heidelberg Brass Band. This service is part of the Cultural Enrichment Series at Trinity as the congregation prepares to celebrate its 300th anniversary in 2030.

The Polka Mass with the Heidelberg Brass Band made its debut at Trinity in May of 2015 in celebration of the 25th ordination anniversary of Pastor Glenn Beard, Jr., manager of the band.

Ministries; Liz Ackerman, Executive Director Northern Lancaster County Chamber of Commerce; (back) Matt Kocher, Executive Vice President, Align Life Ministries; Brian Asper, Chairman - Align Life Ministries Board of Directors; Ben Risser, Treasurer - Align Life Ministries Board of Directors; and Rodney Hostetter, Align Life Ministries Board Member.

Polka Mass To Be Celebrated

Please join the congregation at Trinity Lutheran Church, 221 East Main Street, New Holland, on Sunday, April 12, at 10:30

The Heidelberg Brass Band, formed in 1954, included Pastor Beard’s father, Glenn Sr., and two uncles, Jim and Bob. Glenn Beard, Sr. has been the band’s drummer for 72 years! Since the time that he was a student at the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg, Pastor Beard had the desire to have a liturgical service comprised of original lyrics set to the tunes of popular polkas and waltzes which the band plays. With the help and inspiration of Father Frank Perkovich, from Minnesota; Pastor Ed Battiste, from Ohio; and Pastor Carl Witt, from California; Lisa Beard, Pastor Beard’s wife, and Dr. C. Jay Hertzog, a former member of the band, put together this unique service of worship. Lisa Beard wrote original lyrics for six pieces of music within the liturgy and Pastor Beard has written words for five pieces as well. Since its debut, the band has led more than 100 worship services. The service is a very faithful celebration of Holy Communion and it is a fun and uplifting way to praise God in worship. Everyone is invited to come out and be part of the fun!

Shopping News Photo by Donald Reese

Student Spotlight

Cocalico High School

Kenston Lafleur Senior

Kenston Lafleur, son of Jessica Martin and Gene Lafleur, has had a creative senior year at Cocalico. Some of these creative classes include Thematic Literature, Digital Design, and a yearlong Independent Studio Art. Here, Lafleur has made many works in and out of the classroom, even being highlighted at the Lancaster Museum of Art.

Written by: Ashton Rathman

In the future, Lafleur plans to study art and design at an undecided college or university to become a full-time artist. On top of this, he shared that he would like to get more active in the community and give back as best he can. If he could travel anywhere in the world, he would pick either Japan or Haiti. This is due to the atmosphere and culture in Japan, as well as to see the history of his ancestors in Haiti.

Outside of school, Lafleur enjoys playing the drums, collecting figurines, hanging out with friends, listening to music, and reading. Some of his favorite media are comics and manga; he attributes this to the art and depth of the works. Lafleur’s favorite quote is from Kanye West: “Nothing in life is promised except death. If you had the opportunity to play this game of life, you need to appreciate every moment. A lot of people don’t appreciate their moment until it’s passed.” He said it reminds him to live life to the fullest because you only have one life, as well as continuing in life without regrets. Cocalico wishes him the best of luck in his future!

Ella Urquhart

Senior

Ella Urquhart, the daughter of Jonathan and Anna Urquhart, is a senior at Lititz Christian School. She has attended LC for 14 years, and during her time there, she has participated in many extra-curricular activities, such as: managing the high school girls volleyball and basketball teams, performing in school musicals, leading as president of student leadership (SALT), and being nominated to both the National Honor Society and the Foreign Language Honor Society. Ella is passionate about school and her hobbies, which include singing, playing the piano, reading, writing, and studying French.

After graduation, she plans on attending Belmont University in Nashville, TN, to become a songwriter and performer. When asked what her favorite class at LC is, she had a hard time deciding, as there were so many she enjoyed. Ultimately, she landed on music theory because she “loves music and is always looking for ways to improve”. Her favorite thing about Lititz Christian is “the trips we get to go on and the teachers”. Some of those trips in which Ella participated are trips to: Spain, France, New York City (to see Hamilton), and, most recently, the senior class missions trip to Guatemala.

Ella Urquhart is a passionate, loving, bright student who shines the light of God wherever she goes. She has shown incredible determination in all she has achieved, and there is no question that the Lord will use her and her story in amazing ways.

Lititz Public Library Events

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Mondays at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m., Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. or 6:00 p.m. Parachute games encourage cooperative play, following directions, and motor skills coordination. Each 3-week class is limited to 12 children ages 3 to 5. Register online. Parachute Play is led by Shannon Richard.

• Little Parachute - Children ages 1-2, with a caregiver, Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m., Thursdays at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. or 6:00 p.m. Come to this 3-week class to join in the fun! Each class is limited to 9 children ages 1

to 2. Online registration began Monday, March 30 at 9:00 a.m. Little Parachute is led by Amy Moyer.

• Architecture Week Program - Thursday, April 16 at 3:30 p.m. AIA Pennsylvania is sponsoring architect-led activities including a read aloud of Iggy Peck, Architect by Andrea Beaty followed by designing a space for animals using architectural ideas. Come meet an architect and learn more about the field! Geared for ages 5-12.

• LEGO® Club - Saturday, April 18 at 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The LEGO® monthly program will tackle a variety of themes. Capping off each lesson will be a healthy amount of free-build time. The program is open to 12 children each month be-

tween the ages of 6-10 years old. April’s Theme: Build a Zoo - Pens or enclosures with animals inside.

• Earth Day Fun! Hosted by Warwick High School’s Environmental Action Club - Monday, April 20 at 6:00 p.m. Learn about taking care of our earth and participate in hands-on stations. Geared for children ages 5 and up.

• Cruise into Kindergarten: Monday, April 20 at 6:30 p.m. This Pennsylvania early literacy program is based on the national “Every Child Ready to Read” program. After hearing a story, the child and caregiver will visit different stations that will help with skills needed to start school. Program will be held monthly. Geared for ages 3-6. Online registration begins 2 weeks prior.

January Students Of The Month

Shopping News Photo by Donald Reese Cocalico High School announced their January Students of the Month. Shown in the photo, from left to right, are Colton Rutt (Rotary), Maxwell Blickle (Denver Lions) and

Ruby Baumbach (East Cocalico).

Millersville University

Dean’s List

Millersville University proudly recognizes the following local students who demonstrated exceptional academic achievement during the Fall 2025 semester by earning a place on the Dean’s List. Eligible students must achieve a semester GPA of 3.50 or higher.

• Caroline Wood of Lititz, Class of 2026 Special Education major

• Anabelle Vue of Ephrata, Class of 2026 Biology major

• Micaiah Weaver of Reinholds, Class of 2026 Biology major

• Haily Seifert of Ephrata, Class of 2026 Psychology major

• Grace Jenkins of Lititz, Class of 2026 English major

• Rebecca Abers of Denver, Class of 2028 International Studies major

• Saniya Corbin of Lititz, Class of 2027 Sociology major

• Natalie Dorosz of Lititz, Class of 2027 Art major

• Dakota Frey of Ephrata, Class of 2028 Music Industry major

• Jordan Hershey of Lititz, Class of 2026 English major

• Lauren Huber of Lititz, Class of 2027 Sociology major

• Bailey Kern of Ephrata,

Class of 2028 Social Studies Secondary Education major

• Natalie Martin of Lititz, Class of 2027 Music Industry major

• Mason Musser of Narvon, Class of 2027 English major

• Roberto Santana of Lititz, Class of 2027 Music Industry major

• Tate Wealand of Stevens, Class of 2028 English major

• Matthew Weidman of Ephrata, Class of 2028 Social Studies Secondary Education major

• Kaylee Kantner of Denver, Class of 2026 Accounting major

• John Krueger of Ephrata, Class of 2028 Accounting major

• Stephen Mays of Ephrata, Class of 2026 Accounting major

• Rylee Nedimyer of Stevens, Class of 2027 Marketing major

• Kevin Brooks of Ephrata, Class of 2026 Special Education major

• Abigail Forney of Leola, Class of 2026 Early Childhood Education major

• Kristen Galway of Lititz, Class of 2026 Early Childhood Education major

• Kailei Garman of Lititz, Class of 2027 Early Childhood Education major

• Kira Garman of Stevens, Class of 2027 Early Childhood Education major

• Megan Thorp of Denver, Class of 2026 Early Childhood Education major

• Abigail Ugalde of Ephrata, Class of 2026 Early Childhood Education major

• Mackenzie Junto of East Earl, Class of 2027 Early Childhood Education major

• Julia Kofroth of Lititz, Class of 2028 Early Childhood Education major

• Kinsey Lesher of Ephrata, Class of 2026 Psychology major

• Emily Miller of Denver, Class of 2027 Early Childhood Education major

• Olivia Raff of Leola, Class of 2027 Early Childhood Education major

• Prudence Rhoades of Leola, Class of 2027 Psychology major

• Hailey Rowland of Leola, Class of 2026 Psychology major

• Bobby Wright of Lititz, Class of 2027 Early Childhood Education major

• Quinn Watson of Ephra-

ta, Class of 2028 Anthropology major

• Noemi Bueno of Reinholds, Class of 2027 Manufacturing Engineering Technology major

• Hailey Haldeman of Stevens, Class of 2026 Computer Science major

• Tyler Hurst of New Holland, Class of 2027 Applied Engineering and Technology Management major

• Michael Janvrin of Akron, Class of 2027 Mathematics major

• Jason Keiser of Ephrata, Class of 2026 Technology and Engineering Education major

• John Long of Ephrata, Class of 2026 Mathematics major

• Huda Zaman of Lititz, Class of 2026 Biology major

• Ethan Zipko of Lititz, Class of 2027 Meteorology major

• Kaela Thompson of New Holland, Class of 2026 History major

• Aubrey Bitner of Lititz, Class of 2027 Middle Level Education major

• Sara Haldeman of Stevens, Class of 2027 Accounting major

• Kat Dorsheimer of East Earl, Class of 2026 Music Industry major

• Caleb Gaston of Ephrata, Class of 2026 Psychology major

• Colin Hutchinson of Lititz, Class of 2028 Finance major

• Jailyn Eckert of Lititz, Class of 2029 Undeclared major

• Tyler Miller of Lititz, Class of 2026 Mathematics major

• Micah Schafer of Ephrata, Class of 2026 Computer Science major

• Sarah Lailson of Stevens, Class of 2028 Art major

• Apollo Loose of New Holland, Class of 2026 Entertainment Technology and Theatre major

• Avery Hehnly of Leola, Class of 2028 English major

• Payton Hornberger of Reinholds, Class of 2027 Government, Law and International Relations major

• Gavin Fisher of Brownstown, Class of 2026 Marketing major

• Ian Pilon of Ephrata, Class of 2026 Accounting major

• Aliyah Gesicki of Lititz, Class of 2026 Computer Science major

• Braden Mahar of Ephrata, Class of 2026 Social Studies Secondary Education major

• Odie Shonsky of Ephrata, Class of 2027 Art major

By:

Brief. If you dream of a black horse, you’ll get a letter.

(Originally published in the February 22, 1989 issue of The Shopping News)

MORE FOLK BELIEFS FROM THE SHOEMAKER NOTEBOOK DREAMS

274. Wammer draamt mer greecht en Zaah geroppt un’s daed net weh, schtaerbt en Freind. If you dream you’re having a tooth extracted and it doesn’t hurt, a friend will die.

275. Wammer draamt mer kannt die Gleeder net finne, will mer aryets hie awwer mer kummt net hie. If you dream that you cannot find your clothing, you will want to go somewhere but will never get there.

276. Mer heert ball vun re Leicht wammer draamt mer daed viel Esse sehne. You will soon hear of a funeral if you dream that you see much food.

277. Vun re Hochzich draame bedeidt en Leicht. To dream of a wedding portends a funeral.

278. Was mer Friedaagnachts draamt, waert waahr. That which you dream Friday night will come true.

279. Wammer draamt vumme Dode, gebt’s wiescht Wedder. If you dream of a dead person, there will be bad weather.

280. Mer grickt Schtreit wammer draamt vun Katze. There will be trouble if you dream of cats.

281. Wammer draamt vumme schwatze Gaul, grickt mer’n

282. Wammer draamt vun Schlange un verzehlt’s der naegscht Daag, gebt’s Schtreit. If you dream of snakes and tell about it the next day, there will be trouble.

283. Wammer draamt vun Schlange, gebt’s Schtreit. If you dream about snakes, there will be trouble.

284. Wammer draamt vun schwatze Geil, gebt’s Schtreit. If you dream of black horses, there will be trouble. OMENS AND WISHES

285. Wann em die Haarschpelle net bleiwe wolle, will ebber zu em schwetze. When your hairpins don’t remain in place, someone wants to speak to you.

286. Wann en Weibsmensch ihr Schatz flickt, hot sie ken Glick meh. If a woman mends her apron, she will have no more luck.

287. Wann du iwwer’m Kaardeschpiele gewinne witt, sottscht en vierbleddrich Gleeblaat im Sack draage. If you want to win at cards, carry a four-leaf clover in your pocket.

288. Wann maryets en Schpinn gegich em kummt, kammer Bsusch eckschpeckde. If in the morning a spider comes toward you, expect visitors.

289. Wann en Schpinn maryets gege em kummt, grickt mer Schtreit. If in the morning a spider approaches you, there will be trouble.

290. Wammer ebber ebbes schaerfes odder schpitziches schenkt, verschneidt’s die Lieb unless sie gewwe dir en Sent. If someone gives you something sharp or pointed, it will cut the love between you unless they give you a cent.

291. Wann sich Bloose uff der Kaffi schtelle, soll mer sie graad abschaame. Sell is Geld. When bubbles form on your coffee, spoon them off immediately. They are money.

292. Die Bloose as sich ausewennich rum uff der Kaffi schtelle sin Geld. The bubbles that form along the rim of your cup are money.

293. Die Bloose wu sich uff der Kaffi schtelle soll mer esse. The bubbles that form on coffee should be eaten.

294. Wammer var’m Maerge-Esse niesst, grickt mer seller

Daag Bsuch. If one sneezes before breakfast, you’ll have company that day.

295. Wammer ebbes winscht wann en Schtann fallt, waert’s waahr. If you wish upon a falling star, it will come true.

296. Wammer Sunndaags die Finger-odder Zehneggel abschneidt, muss mer sich noch schemme. If you cut off your finger or toe nails on Sunday, you will be ashamed that day.

297. Wammer runde Lecher in die Schuhsohle laaft, waert mer reich. If you walk until you have round holes in the soles of your shoes, you will become rich.

298. Wammer sich am Disch ebbes nemmt un’s fallt em, saagt mer: Waer hot mir’s vergunnt? If you take food at the table and you drop it, one says: Who doesn’t want me to eat?

299. Wann em die Hand beisst, soll mer sie an Holz reiwe. If your hand itches, rub it on wood.

300. Wamme Mensch die vedderschde Zah weit ausenanner schteh, geht er weit vun heem. When someone’s front teeth stand apart, he (she) will travel far from home.

This week, we continue a series of folk beliefs which we have reason to believe were collected and recorded by Dr. Alfred Shoemaker in the middle of this century. You will note that these beliefs were recorded in the Lehigh, Berks and Montgomery County area. The vocabulary and grammar is that of “classic” Pennsylvania German and shows few signs of present-day deterioration.

We have retained the numbers given them by Dr. Shoemaker.

These old beliefs are worthy of preservation and publication, for they reflect aspects of the folk mind which are less common these days. They clearly recall a time when rural life was far more isolated and visitors always welcome. Many of these beliefs will not withstand rational analysis, but in their day they served a useful purpose, for there were no radio and TV programs to clutter the mind.We would be most pleased if our readers would let us know which of these beliefs are familiar to them. Do any of them remind you of beliefs which are not listed? Were any of our readers ever visited by Dr. Alfred Shoemaker? Please let us know if you were.

February 22, 1989

Yuscht en Bischli-Gnippli, as Tee un net Kaffi drinkt

e Late C. Richard Beam

A collection of “Deitsch Eck” columns from past issues of e Shopping News honoring the late C. Richard Beam.

COLLEGE NEWS

Millersville University Dean’s List

(Continued From Page 9A)

• Alyssa Vance of Ephrata, Class of 2027 Social Work major

• Michael Hirsch of Lititz, Class of 2026 Accounting major

• Faith Bollinger of Lititz, Class of 2027 Early Childhood Education major

• Gabrielle Davis of Akron, Class of 2028 Early Childhood Education major

• Samuel Mantsevich of Ephrata, Class of 2026 Accounting major

• Tyler Miller of Denver, Class of 2028 Finance major

• Abby Norman of Lititz, Class of 2027 Government, Law and International Relations major

• Kaleah Vazquez of Lititz, Class of 2026 Biology major

• Emily Aviles of Ephrata, Class of 2027 Art major

• Maxwell Chapin of New Holland, Class of 2026 Psychology major

• Sage Haldeman of Brownstown, Class of 2026

EVSS major

• Cody Lausch of Ephrata, Class of 2026 Applied Engineering and Technology Management major

• Gillian Sullivan of Lititz, Class of 2029 Psychology major

• Ava Jacobs of Reinholds, Class of 2029 Marketing major

• Heather Hurst of Stevens,

Class of 2029 Early Childhood Education major

• Rory Lamoreaux of Lititz, Class of 2029 Art Education major

• Kayla Wieder of Denver, Class of 2029 Early Childhood Education major

• Paige Wenger of Reinholds, Class of 2027 Early Childhood Education major

• Morgan Stockton of Stevens, Class of 2028 English major

• Dawson Downs of Reinholds, Class of 2028 Economics major

• Jenna Greiner-Sparks of Ephrata, Class of 2029 Business Administration major

• Megan Hechler of Denver, Class of 2028 Psychology major

• Leila Mansi of East Earl, Class of 2029 Early Childhood Education major

• Ian Mentzer of Ephrata, Class of 2029 Undeclared major

• Alex Bodnari of Ephrata, Class of 2028 Art Education major

• Todd Becker of Denver, Class of 2028 Business Administration major

• Jennifer Mantsevich of Ephrata (17522), Class of 2028 Interactive and Graphic Design major

• Jeremy Riley of Lititz, Class of 2029 Psychology major

• Iqra Paracha of Lititz, Class of 2028 English major

• Kaleb Sweigart of Ephrata, Class of 2029 Psychology major

• Tyler Leakway of Lititz, Class of 2028 Music Industry major

• Andrew Mantsevich of Ephrata, Class of 2029 Computer Science major

(Continued On Page 15A)

WED., APRIL 8 - The Conestoga Herb Guild will host a program “Let’s Make Cheese” at 6:30 p.m. at the Millersville VFW, 219 Walnut Hill Rd., Millersville. Guests are welcome with reservation and a small fee (payable at the door). For more info., call Susan Atkins at 717-725-7451 or email atkinsateb@aol.com.

THURS., APRIL 9 - The Lancaster County Bird Club will meet at Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area Visitor Center, 100 Museum Rd., Stevens, at 7:00 p.m. for the program “Bird Safe Harrisburg 2025: A Year in Review.” The public is invited free of charge. For more info., call 717-8918145 or 717-725-2717.

THURS., APRIL 9 - First Church Ephrata, 68 N. Church St., Ephrata, will hold its monthly Senior Moments Luncheon at 11:45 a.m. (eat at 12:00 noon, pot luck lunch no charge), followed by entertainment with “The Chestnuts” as they provide good fun music (and accept requests from the audi-

ence). For more info., call 717-738-2465.

THURS., APRIL 9 - Ephrata Community Meals will be held at Bethany U.C.C., 140 E. Main St., Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meal served at 6:00 p.m. For more info., call Tina at 484798-0155.

FRI., APRIL 10 - Misfits on a Mission Relay For Life Team is holding a Spring For A Cure Benefit Auction at 6:30 p.m. at the Ephrata Amvets, 614 S. State St., Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. For more info., email Sharon Groff at sgroff56@gmail. com.

SAT., APRIL 11 - The Lancaster County Bird Club is holding a field trip to Memorial Lane in Lebanon County for early morning displaying American Woodcock at 7:00 a.m. and more birding afterward. For more info., call Jonathan Heller at 717-940-6067.

SAT., APRIL 11 - The Baron Stiegel Lions Club will hold a Toasted Cheeseburger and Sausage Sandwich with Fries Sale, from 10:00 a.m. until sold out at Ephrata Agway, 1731 W. Main St., Ephrata. There is a cost. For more info., call Deb at 717-484-4892.

SAT., APRIL 11 - Lutheran Disaster Response Net-

work will hold an All You Can Eat Breakfast at Swamp Lutheran Church, 275 Swamp Church Rd., Reinholds, from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Cost is by donation. Everyone is invited.

SAT., APRIL 11 - Ten Million for Christ will host a Men’s Breakfast at Shady Maple Banquets at 7:00 a.m. The theme will be “Your Great Awakening.” The event is free, but registration is requested by visiting tenmillionforchrist.org.

SAT., APRIL 11 - The Akron Fire Company, 1229 Main St., Akron, will hold a Chicken BBQ, from 10:00 a.m. until sold out. There is a cost.

SAT., APRIL 11 - Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue will hold its monthly Open House at 60 Vera Cruz Rd., Reinholds, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. No admission charge. For more info., call 717484-4799.

SAT., APRIL 11 - Vinemont Community Lutheran Church, 1278 Fritztown Rd., Reinholds, will hold a Spring Craft Show, from 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m. For more info., call Denise at 610-568-5455. They will also hold a Pulled Pork Dinner, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. There is a cost. For

more info., call Sherri at 717-466-4085.

SAT., APRIL 11 - Peter’s Porch Food Bank and Community Breakfast will be held at Lititz Mennonite Church, 165 Front St., Lititz, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. For more info., email lititzpetersporch@gmail.com.

SAT., APRIL 11 - A Free Community Lunch will be held at City Gate, 100 E. Main St., Ephrata, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or while supplies last.

SAT., APRIL 11 - New Life Mission - Haiti will hold a Bingo Fundraiser at Garden Spot Fire Station, 339 E. Main St., New Holland, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There is a cost. For more info. or tickets, call or text Stevie at 717-617-9652.

SAT., APRIL 11 - Fairmount, in partnership with the local Youth for Truth group, is hosting a Ham and Cheese Sandwich Fundraiser to support residents in financial need. Place orders by calling 717-354-1800 by Friday, March 13. Sandwiches available for pickup on Saturday, April 11, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Payment due at pickup.

SAT., APRIL 11 - The Denver Women’s Club is (Continued On Page 12A)

hosting a DJ Dance at the Denver Fire Station. There is a cost, which includes food, soda and door prizes. The doors open at 6:00 p.m. and the music starts at 7:00 p.m. BYOB and raffle tickets available. Pre-ticket sales only. For more info., call 717-538-5005.

SAT., APRIL 11 - St. John’s U.C.C., 659 S. 4th St., Denver, will hold a Steak Sandwich Sale, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. There is a cost.

SUN., APRIL 12 - The Lancaster County Bird Club will hold a field trip to Shenk’s Ferry, Conestoga, at 7:00 a.m. for a wildflowercentered birdwalk. For more info., call Cammy Freed at 717-368-1979.

SUN., APRIL 12 - The Woman’s Club of Ephrata is holding a Cash Bingo at the Ephrata Elks, 170 Akron Rd., Ephrata. For more info. and tickets, call Robin at 717-945-3339.

THURS., APRIL 16Ephrata Community Meals will be held at Bethany U.C.C., 140 E. Main St., Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meal served at 6:00 p.m. For more info., call Tina at 484-798-0155.

SAT., APRIL 18 - The Lancaster County Bird Club is holding a field trip to Safe Harbor Park at 8:00 a.m. For more info., call Carl Groff at 717-471-9969.

SAT., APRIL 18 - Bowmansville Fire Company, 146 W. Maple Grove Rd., Bowmansville, will hold a Chicken Pie or Oyster Pie Sale, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Drive thru only. There is a cost.

SUN., APRIL 12 - The Lancaster County Bird Club is holding a field trip to the Riverfront Park, Marietta, for a walk at 4:00 p.m. For more info., call Sarah Gotwols at 717-940-3804.

SAT., APRIL 18 - A Free Community Lunch will be held at City Gate, 100 E. Main St., Ephrata, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or while supplies last.

SAT., APRIL 18 - The Schoeneck Fire Company, 125 N. King St., Denver, will hold a Mud Sale at 8:30 a.m. and a Quilt Auction at 11:00 a.m. For more info., call 717-336-6767.

SAT., APRIL 18 - Coleman Memorial Chapel, 1980 Furnace Hills Pike, Lititz, will hold a Food and Diaper Drive, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. For more info., call 717-203-7068.

SUN., APRIL 19 - Brickerville United Lutheran Church, 340 E. 28th Div. Hwy., Lititz, will host Servant Stage’s production of “Broadway Melody” at 2:00 p.m. There is a donation cost.

THURS., APRIL 23Ephrata Community Meals will be held at Bethany U.C.C., 140 E. Main St., Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meal served at 6:00 p.m. For more info., call Tina at 484-798-0155.

FRI., APRIL 24 - Brickerville United Lutheran Church, 340 E. 28th Div. Hwy., Lititz, will hold a Spaghetti Dinner from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Benefits Warwick HUB and Warwick Next Steps. By donation.

SAT., APRIL 25 - The Willing Workers of Swamp Christian Fellowship will hold a Drive-Thru Dinner, at 390 Swamp Church Rd., Re-

inholds. Pickup from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. or until sold out. There is a cost.

SAT., APRIL 25 - Bareville Fire Company, 211 E. Main St., Leola, will hold a Chicken Pot Pie and Pulled Pork Sale, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (or sold out). Sold by the quart, take out only.

SAT., APRIL 25 - A Free Community Lunch will be held at City Gate, 100 E. Main St., Ephrata, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or while supplies last.

SAT., APRIL 25 - MakeA-Wish (Team Jeff Lied) will hold a Roast Beef Drive Thru Dinner at Ranck Plumbing, 118 N. 7th St., Akron, from 11:00 a.m. until sold out. There is a cost.

SAT., APRIL 25 - The Ephrata Lions Club will hold a Spring Fling Bingo Bash at the Ephrata Recreation Center, 130 S. Academy Dr., Ephrata. Doors open at 12:00 noon. Bingo starts at 2:00 p.m. There is a cost. Food will be available for purchase. For more info.,

email April at alausch@ faulknercollision.com or call 717-330-2009.

SAT., APRIL 25 - St. Paul’s U.C.C., 133 Church St., Bowmansville, will hold a Basket Bingo at 12:30 p.m. Doors open at 11:00 a.m. There is a cost for tickets. Food and raffles available. All proceeds benefit the church’s missions. For more info., call 717-445-6256.

SUN., APRIL 26 - Hammer Creek Mennonite Church, 590 Hammer Creek Rd., Lititz, will hold a Community Hymn Sing at 6:30 p.m. They will be singing from The Mennonite Hymnal and the Church and Sunday School Hymnal.

THURS., APRIL 30Ephrata Community Meals will be held at Bethany U.C.C., 140 E. Main St., Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meal served at 6:00 p.m. For more info., call Tina at 484-798-0155.

SAT., MAY 2 - St. Luke’s United Church of Christ, 222 N. Broad St., Lititz, will hold their Spring Bazaar, from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Food will be available for purchase. For more info., call 717-626-7100.

SUN., MAY 3 - The Johnnie K. Foundation will hold a Book Hunt for Adults at the Adamstown Community Park, 339-341 W. Main St., Adamstown, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. There is an entrance fee.

THURS., MAY 7 - Ephrata Community Meals will be held at First Church, 68 N. Church St., Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meal served at 6:00 p.m. For more info., call Tina at 484798-0155.

SAT., MAY 9 - Coleman Memorial Chapel, 1980 Furnace Hills Pike, Lititz, will

SAT., MAY 2 - A Free Laughter & S’more event will be held at Woodcrest Retreat, 225 Woodcrest Dr., Ephrata, beginning at 5:00 p.m. For more info., call 717-738-2233.

hold a Free Spring Breakfast, from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Everyone welcome. For more info., call 717-2037068.

fee (payable at the door). For more info., call Susan Atkins at 717-725-7451 or email atkinsateb@aol.com.

WED., MAY 13 - Weaverland Anabaptist Faith Community, 210 Weaverland Valley Road, East Earl, will hold a Community Meal at 5:30 p.m.

THURS., MAY 14 - Ephrata Community Meals will be held at First Church, 68 N. Church St., Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meal served at 6:00 p.m. For more info., call Tina at 484798-0155.

WED., MAY 13 - The Conestoga Herb Guild will host its annual “Plant & Seed Exchange” at 6:30 p.m. at the Millersville VFW, 219 Walnut Hill Rd., Millersville. Guests are welcome with reservation and a small

SAT., MAY 9 - St. John’s U.C.C., 659 S. 4th St., Denver, will hold a Steak Sandwich Sale, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. There is a cost.

THURS., MAY 21 - Ephrata Community Meals will be held at First Church, 68 N. Church St., Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meal served at 6:00 p.m. For more info., call Tina at 484798-0155.

THURS., MAY 28 - Ephrata Community Meals will be held at First Church, 68 N. Church St., Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meal served at 6:00 p.m. For more info., call Tina at 484798-0155.

“Your Testimony”

Author: Wenger

Scripture: John 4:39“Now from that city many of the Samaritans believed in Him because of the word of the woman who testified, ‘He told me all the things I have ever done.’”

Because of this Samaritan woman’s testimony, many believed. Last week we concluded with the example of the lame man’s friends opening a hole in the roof and lowering the man down in front of Christ. The man was healed and his sins forgiven at once. Are we that diligent in our faith and willing, at our own cost and inconvenience, to bring people to

Christ as these men were?

Do we care that unbelievers go to an eternal hell?

Our testimony can be the touchstone that will turn people to The Lord.

The maniac of Gadara is another example of the importance of your testimony. Christ even forbids this man to follow Him so that he can testify of Him

“As He was getting into the boat, the man who had been demon-possessed was imploring Him that he might accompany Him. And He did not let him, but He said to him, ‘Go home to your people and report to them what great things the Lord has done for you, and how He had mercy on you.’ And he went away and began to proclaim in Decapolis what great things Jesus had done for him; and everyone was amazed” (Mark 5:18-20).

It’s awesome what God will do if we are willing to testify!

We now turn to David, as he testified to Saul and even Goliath about how

God previously delivered him from the mouths of a lions and a bears as a shepherd. David speaking to Saul says, “Your servant has struck down the lion and the bear; this uncircumcised Philistine shall be like one of them” (1 Samuel 17:36). To Goliath he said, “You come to me with a sword, a spear, and a javelin, but I come to you in the name of the LORD of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have taunted. This day the

LORD will deliver you up into my hands” (1 Samuel 17:45). Actually, Saul needed to hear this and so did the troops who were present when he confronted Goliath. To Saul, David recited what has happened in the past with the lion and the bear, to Goliath David explains what is about to happen. What a testimony! Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch introduces us to a great approach… ask questions. In Acts 8:30, “Philip ran to him and

heard him reading Isaiah the prophet and asked, ‘Do you understand what you are reading?’ And he said, ‘How can I understand unless someone guides me?’ And he invited Philip to come up and sit with him. Then Philip opened his mouth, and beginning with this scripture he told him the good news about Jesus.’” In a short while, we see the Eunuch going on his way rejoicing. Acts 8: 30, 31, 35, 39. The person you testify to may not always go away rejoicing; they may go away angry and indignant, but it’s our responsibility to deliver the message. Our Lord frequently asked questions, we would be wise to consider this approach. In the four Gospels, Jesus asked 307 questions. We want answers and in quick order. We turn to the internet and AI, but Christ wants the person to think on their own. Often questions will reveal the person doesn’t really know what they believe, much less why

they believe it. Questions encourage engagement, conversation, relationship, thinking, wrestling and awareness. Here are a few of the penetrating questions our Lord asks even today. Why do you call me Lord and not do what I say; do you believe this; who do you say that I am; which one of you by worrying can add a single hour onto your life; you of little faith, why did you doubt; why are you so afraid; which is easier to say, your sins are forgiven or to say get up and walk; do you still not understand; how many loaves do you have; what do you want me to do for you?

Questions draw the person in for conversation, and they draw out their true beliefs. Proverbs 20:5, “Counsel in the heart of a man is like deep water, but a man of understanding will draw it out.” The right questions are a great helpful tool in conjunction with your testimony. More to come next week.

Millersville University Dean’s List

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• John McClain of Akron, Class of 2029 English major

• Kyra Kinney of Brownstown, Class of 2028 English major

• Heidi Martin of Ephrata, Class of 2029 Early Childhood Education major

• Ethan Miller of Leola, Class of 2028 English major

• Shannon Elias of Lititz, Class of 2026 Communication major

• Patryk Palmer of Lititz, Class of 2029 Biology major

• Joseph Mateyak of Lititz, Class of 2027 Social Work major

• Melody Conley of Lititz, Class of 2029 Mathematics major

• Jonathon Boozer of Narvon, Class of 2029 Sports Administration major

• Lisa Lorah of Stevens, Class of 2026 Special Education major

Hepler Named To Dean’s

List

Lititz resident, Piper Hepler, has been named to the Dean’s List at James Madison University for the fall 2025 semester.

Students who earn Dean’s List honors must carry at least 12 graded credit hours and earn a GPA of between 3.5 and 3.899.

Hepler is majoring in Media Arts and Design - BS.

Point Park University Dean’s List

The following students from the local area were named to the Fall 2025 Dean’s List at Point Park University.

• Michael Hankins of Adamstown

• Maxwell Hartenstine of Lititz

• Jill Musser of Denver

• Anika Ramachandra of Lititz

To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must have a 3.5 GPA.

University Of Maryland Dean’s List

The following local students were named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2025 term at the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC). To be eligible for the honor, a student must complete at least six credits during the term, earned a grade point average of at least 3.5 for the term, and maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.5 at UMGC.

• Dominic Alexander of Lititz

• Adrienne Shober of Ephrata 9

Mongiovi Named To Dean’s List

SUNY New Paltz is proud to congratulate Kayla Mongiovi of Ephrata, for being named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2025 semester.

Dean’s List designation is reserved for students who excel academically and earn at least a 3.3 grade-point average in a semester.

Delaware University Dean’s List

The following local students were honored for academic achievement by being named to Delaware Valley University’s Fall 2025 Dean’s List.

• Gracie Paparo of Ephrata

• Luke Reichard of Lititz 9

Kreider Honored At University Of Hartford

The University of Hartford is pleased to announce that Mori Kreider of Ephrata has been named to the University of Hartford’s Dean’s List and President’s List for the fall 2025 semester.

The Dean’s List recognizes students achieving superior academic standing. The requirement, with some exceptions, is a grade point average of at least 3.0 and no grade below C.

The President’s List recognizes a select group of stu-

ACOSTA CEDENO, Nechalie, and Axel J. Velazquez Concepcion, Lititz, a son, at UPMC Lititz.

ADAMS-JACOBY, Hailey, and Charles Mason, East Earl, a son, at Women & Babies Hospital.

DETWEILER, Jason M. and Amanda (Skelton), Lititz, a son, at Women & Babies Hospital.

FISHER, Michele, and Shane Weller, Leola, a son,

dents reaching the highest level of academic standing.

To be placed on the President’s List, students must maintain a GPA of at least a 3.75 and receive grades of C or better.

Ursinus College Provost’s List

Ursinus College is proud

at Women & Babies Hospital.

GLICK, David K. and Sadie Z. (Beiler), New Holland, a daughter, at home.

KALBACH, Jacob and Lexie, Lititz, a son, at Women & Babies Hospital.

TRUBIANO, Ciro N., and Sabrina Hornberger, Leola, a daughter, at Women & Babies Hospital.

to recognize academic excellence by naming the following local high-achieving students to the Fall 2025 Provost’s List. This prestigious honor recognizes full-time students who have achieved a GPA of 3.5 or higher and is a testament to students’ dedication to academic excellence.

• Melanie Hahn of Lititz

• Catherine Moore of Lititz

• Olivia Young of Lititz 9

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• Horst Outdoor Power Equip. • The Olive Branch Family Diner

• Daniel’s Farm Store

DENVER/ADAMSTOWN

• Deer Country

• Red Roof Inn

• Tru by Hilton

• Weaver Markets (Adamstown)

• Willow Creek Discount Grocery

EAST EARL

• Good’s Store

• Horst Farm Market

• Martin’s Trailside Express

• Shady Maple Smorgasbord

• Shady Maple Farm Market

ELM

• Elm Post Office

EPHRATA

• A.B. Martin Roofing Supply

• Ebenezer Groceries

• Glenwood Foods

• Good’s Store

• Green Dragon

• Gus’s Keystone Family Restaurant

• Key Aid/Ace Hardware

• Redner’s Warehouse Markets

• Sharp Shopper

• Turkey Hill (4 Hahnstown Road)

• Turkey Hill (1010 Sharp Avenue)

• Turkey Hill (3585 Rothsville Road)

• Wawa

• Weis Markets

FIVEPOINTVILLE

• Weaver’s Store

LEOLA

• Giant

• Weaver’s Hardware

LITITZ

• Giant

• Oregon Dairy Restaurant

• PaulB

• Weiser’s Market

MARTINDALE

• Eby’s Store

MORGANTOWN

• BB’s Grocery Outlet

• Turkey Hill

• Wawa

MYERSTOWN

• Bud’s Exxon

• Dutch Country ACE

• Home Messenger Library & Bookstore

• Horning’s Market of Myerstown

• Raub’s Twin Kiss

NEW HOLLAND

• Grocery Outlet

• Garden Spot Village

• J.B. Zimmerman

• Yoder’s Country Market

REAMSTOWN

• Redner’s Quick Shoppe

REINHOLDS

• Sunoco

ROBESONIA

• Heidelberg Family Restaurant

• Tony’s Family Ristorante & Pizzeria

SCHAEFFERSTOWN

• BB’s Grocery Outlet

• Caruso’s

• Good’s Store

• JOY Bookstore

• Speedway

• Tom B. Morrissey

April 6

Benjamin Z. Leinbach, 8, son of Larry and Eva Mae Leinbach, Bowmansville.

April 8

Mason David Heller, 2, son of Paul and Katrina Heller, Akron, grandson of Dave and Shawn Wenger, Lititz, and greatgrandson of Raymond and Anna Mary Wenger, Lititz.

April 9

Eli Jordan Allgyer, 7, son of Ash and Bailee Allgyer, Beaver Falls, grandson of Mike and Debra Allgyer, Reading, and great-grandson of Raymond and Anna Mary Wenger, Lititz.

1. In order to have your child’s name in the list

April 11

Leona Grace Allgyer, 11, daughter of Ryan and Amanda Allgyer, Richland, granddaughter of Mike and Amanda Allgyer, Reading, and great-granddaughter of Raymond and Anna Mary Wenger, Lititz.

Chase Joseph Lewis, 10, son of George and Kim Lewis, Stevens, grandson of Donald and Carol Lewis, Denver, and Mervin and Rita Sweigart, Ephrata.

Brayden Kole Sensenig, 11, son of Eric and Darlene Sensenig, Denver.

Ephrata Library Programs

The Ephrata Public Library, located at 550 South Reading Road, Ephrata, has announced their programs for April. Programs are open to the public and free of charge. Registration is required for programs and can be made by visiting the events calendar on the library’s website (www.ephratapubliclibrary.org), by calling the library at 717738­9291 or stopping into the library during normal business hours.

• Tuesdays, April 7, 14 & 21, 10:30 a.m. – Toddler Time. At each Toddler Time they will discover a new topic and read 2­3 books, create an art project and/or involve sensory experiences to further explore! There will be time to learn through play, converse with Kier and help your child make their first friends! Ages 2­4.

• Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 21 & 28, 12:30 p.m. – Mahjong Club. Matching tiles has never been this much fun! Learn and play American Mahjong right here at the Library. All skill levels welcome. Ages 18+.

• Tuesday, April 7, 1:00 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. ­ Excel: VLookup. Join them to learn the benefits of using the VLookup function in Excel. VLookup will help you save time and reduce mistakes across your worksheet! Funded through a grant from the PA Department of Labor & Industry.

• Tuesday, April 7, 2:00 p.m. ­ Homeschool Reading Detectives. Put on your detective hats! Young readers will become reading detectives as they explore how to find clues in text and illustrations. They will start by reading a story with a mystery to solve, followed by fun and engaging activities. This interactive program will help young readers practice comprehension, make predictions with supporting ideas and discover how great readers think! Ages 6­9.

• Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 21 & 28, 3:30 p.m. - Teen Gamers Club. Join them for some

Denver Elementary All Pro Dads Program Nurtures Relationships

Shopping News Photo by Donald Reese Denver Elementary School hosted a breakfast and interactive program as part of the All Pro Dads program. Dads and their children enjoy a meal together and then take part in interactive activities, as well as learning ways to strengthen their relationships. Shown in the photo is father Jordan Sauder as his three daughters Nora, Kate and Sarah show he is an All Pro Dad to them.

relaxation and video games on their Nintendo Switch! Feel free to bring any multiplayer (4 or more players) games you wish to share with the group. Ages 13­18.

• Tuesday, April 7, 4:30 p.m. – Button Sewing for Tweens. Come learn how to thread a needle and sew a button! Try your hand at creating a small button art piece

to help build simple sewing skills. All sewers are welcome, but please be prepared to stay with your child to help if they are new to sewing or just need a little help with fine motor skills. Ages 10­12.

• Wednesday, April 8, 4:30 p.m. – Show and Tell for Tweens. Do you have something special you’ve always

Where In The World Contest Winner

Would you like to win $50 next month? Enter The Shopping News “Where In The World” contest! As always, we’ve received many interesting entries this month and it was difficult to pick a winner. There were entries from Belize, Florida, New Jersey and many more! The winner for the month of March, shown in the photo, is Kirsten Weaver, Lititz, who is shown at the Brùarfoss Waterfall located within the Golden Circle in Iceland. She chose to receive her $50 gift card to Good’s Store.

Could the next winner be you? Once a month one winner will be selected and they will receive a $50 gift card from any regular Shopping News advertiser of their choice as their prize. To read all of the contest criteria and get an entry form, see page 6A. Check out our Facebook page in the near future to see all of the entries we have received to date!

wanted to show others but never had the chance? Or maybe you just want another excuse to show it off. Bring it to the Library and share it with the group! Here are

some ideas of things to bring: your favorite Pokémon card, a special stuffed animal or an art project you made. Please be prepared to share a few things about

your item like why it’s your favorite, how it came into your possession and what you think makes it interesting. Sharing will be limited

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Ephrata Mennonite School started roadside cleanup in 2004 with the goal of raising $25,000; they exceeded the goal the first year. Each class worked hard to win a free lunch at Pizza Hut or a trip to Dairy Queen, which was given by the school to the class that raised the most money. This years event is scheduled for Wednesday, April 16 and they have a

goal of $190,000, and a reach goal of $220,000.

With over 100 chaperone volunteers, the staff and students cover over 165 miles of parks, businesses, roadways and the streets of Lancaster City. The purpose of roadside cleanup is to fundraise money to support the school, serve the community, and teach the

the

students

value of learning to serve, which is the school’s core value.

Shown in the photo, from left to right, are (back) Adalyn Stoner, Tanner Weiler, Brynne Huber, Jozlyn Stoner, Eden Stoner; (front) Kiah Zimmerman, Brandon Weiler, Cohen Huber and Brynne Stoner.

Shopping News Photo by Donald Reese

Ephrata Library Programs

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to a few minutes for each child to allow time for everyone to share. Make sure to bring your listening ears and patience so we can give everyone our attention when they are sharing. Ages 1012.

• Wednesday, April 8, 4:30 p.m. ­ Wind, Weather & Water. Get ready to experiment! Young scientists will explore how wind and water work together to create weather. Kids will try handson wind tests, build a mini water cycle and learn about weather changes. This fun, interactive STEM program turns everyday weather into a science adventure! Ages 6­9.

• Thursday, April 9, 10:00 a.m. – Mahjong at W Donuts. Join them at W Donuts in Akron for a morning of Mahjong—whether you’re an experienced player or just curious to learn! New to Mahjong? Helpers will be there to share their time and skills, so you can watch, learn, and give it a try. Please bring your own set if you have one. No registration necessary. Ages 18+.

• Thursday, April 9, 1:00 p.m. – Google Calendar. Participants will be able to add, edit and delete events in various formats, create notifications, invite others to calendar events, share and view other calendars, personalize the interface and create work tasks for the person and professional setting. Participants should already have a Google account. This class is supported by a grant from the Members 1st Charitable Foundation. Ages 18+.

• Thursday, April 9, 6:00 p.m. ­ Kindle Users 2.0. Attention all Kindle lovers! Come join them at Kindle Users 2.0 to meet other Kindle users, share your love of Kindle and get the tech support you need. This group is specifically designed for Kindle Fire users. You should have a Kindle Fire to attend. Ages 18+.

• Thursday, April 9, 6:00 p.m. ­ Warm Fuzzies, Popsicles & PJs. Come and get cozy in your pjs with your favorite blanket! Chill out with a popsicle and stories of warmth, kindness and personal triumphs. They will also do some laid­back crafts or fun activities focused on helping you to relax and let go of stress or worries! Feel free to bring a blanket and a stuffed animal! Ages 5­9.

• Friday, April 10, 3:30 p.m. – Annual Art Show &

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OBITUARIES

View obituaries at www.snews.com/obituaries.

Shaun M. Fox

Shaun M. Fox, 44, of Adamstown passed away at his home on March 31st, 2026.

Born On July 16, 1981, to Will and Rose Fox in Ephrata Pennsylvania, Shaun graduated from Garden Spot High School and worked for A.H. Plastering. He married Anita Newswanger on June 23, 2006, and they had four children. Shaun was a loving husband, dedicated father, an avid hunter and a gifted artist. He was known for his “Fox sense of humor,” which brought laughter and joy to those around him. Shaun had a gift for seeing the goodness in

around him. Shaun is survived by his

wife Anita, and their four children, Liahna, Malachi, Rayeah and Ruby; his parents Willis W. and Rose A. Fox; and his siblings: Anthony Fox, Daniel Fox and Amy, wife of Austin Martin. As well as his mother-in-law Maryann, wife of Laurence Martin, brotherin-law, Joshua Newswanger and wife Michelle; and four nieces and two nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Ephrata Community Church, 70 Clay School Rd., Ephrata, on Saturday, May 2nd with a Visitation at 10 am and service at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations are appreciated and can be made by calling Good Sipler Funeral & Cremation Centre, Inc. at 717-336-4909 or check to P.O. Box 94, Reamstown, Pa 17567.

Arlan E. Gauker

Arlan E. Gauker, 89, of Denver, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, at his home. Born on April 5, 1936, in West Reading, Pennsylvania, Arlan was the son of the late Llewellyn and Ruth (Shadler) Gauker. On August 31, 1957, Arlan married Justine A. (Rickenbach) Gauker, their loving relationship became a cornerstone of his life’s journey.

who had the privilege to know him.

Delores Faye Shupp

Along with his beloved wife, Arlan is survived by two daughters: Donna E. (Jeff) Carvell of Reamstown, and Debra A. (Tom) English of Lititz. Arlan was also a proud grandfather to five grandchildren—Bryan, Leanne, Todd, Scott, and Erin—and a great-grandfather to twelve great-grandchildren.

A graduate of Ontelaunee High School’s class of 1954, Arlan went on to serve his country with honor in the Air National Guard for nine years. His commitment and sense of duty were hallmarks of his character throughout his life. Arlan began his own family business, A.E. Gauker Electric in Denver, where his hard work and integrity left a lasting impact. He was a regular attendee of Gehman Mennonite Church in Reinholds and was formerly a member of Crossroads Community Church in Lewes, Delaware. His spiritual commitment was a source of strength and comfort to him and those around him.

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He was a man who cherished the outdoors, finding joy in fishing, hunting and woodworking, and spending time at the beach house in Lewes, Delaware. He had a love for playing cards and enjoyed playing baseball for many years, interests that brought pleasure both in quiet moments and lively family gatherings. He will be remembered with great respect and affection by all h

Reception. The Ephrata Public Library is honored to host the Ephrata Area School District Art Show again this year, which will feature art from students in grades K­12. Join them in a celebra­

A visitation will be held on Monday, April 6th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with an visitation on Tuesday, April 7th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00a.m. and a celebration service to follow at 11:00 a.m. at Gehman Mennonite Church, located at 127 Witmer Road, Reinholds, PA 17569.

In lieu of flowers, donations are appreciated to Heartland Hospice, 3417 Concord Road, York, PA 17402.

tion of the artists and view their work at their Art Show Reception. The display will run from Saturday, April 11 through Monday, May 11. All ages.

• Saturday, April 11, 11:00

Delores Faye Shupp, 94, of Denver, passed into Glory, Wednesday March 25, 2026, at the Ephrata Hospital. She was born in Manheim to the late Raymond and Bertha (Shenenberger) Roth and wife of the late Paul E. Shupp, both graduates of Ephrata High School. Faye worked for Armstrong, Moyers and kept the books for her husband’s painting business. She enjoyed knitting, spent hours reading Bible devotionals, and loved spending time with her family.

In addition to her husband preceding her in death, she also lost her grandson, Brandon Shupp. Faye is survived

a.m. ­ Egg Hunt in the Library (0­5). Ephrata Public Library is hosting an egg hunt at the Library! Join them for one final egg hunt of the season. You will be searching for eggs in the library! Visit their other tables for some fun spring crafts and a visit from the Easter Bunny. This program is being supported by the Junior Friends Group, an advocacy group made up of tweens & teens ages 11­18. They plan & host Library fundraisers as well as fun events for the community. The Junior Friends Group is passionate

by her son, Bruce Shupp and his girlfriend Bonnie Musser of Ephrata, daughter Vicki Becker and her husband Lowell Becker of Reinholds, two

about the community and the Library!

• Saturday, April 11, 11:30 a.m. ­ Egg Hunt in the Library (6­12). Ephrata Public Library is hosting an egg hunt at the Library! Join them for one final egg hunt of the season. You will be searching for eggs in the Library! Visit their other tables for some fun spring crafts and a visit from the Easter Bunny. This program is being supported by the Junior Friends Group, an advocacy group made up of tweens & teens ages 11­18. They plan and host Library fundraisers as well as fun events for the

grandsons, James Becker of Reinholds, and Josiah Becker and his wife Alexis (Gerald) Becker of Hummelstown, and granddaughter, Melissa (Sheaffer) Neiman, and great grandson Carter Neiman of Ephrata.

Faye donated her body for research through Humanity Gift Registry and will be teaching at Temple University.

A memorial celebration will be held Saturday April 11, 2026 at 10:30 at Pine Grove Church in Bowmansville, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Faye’s memory may be made to Pine Grove Youth Mission Program, Bowmansville, PA.

community. Their Junior Friends Group is passionate about their community and the library!

• Saturday, April 11, 1:00 p.m. – Dungeons & Dragons for Adults. Dungeons and Dragons is a game of imagination, fun, chaos and story. Play as a character you create and let the Dungeon Master take you on a journey to a mystical land. Cast spells, talk to and befriend NPCs. Everything is possible as long as you can roll the dice. New players are welcome! No prior experi­

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For Sale

FOR SALE: 2 Umarex Airsabers & High Pressure air compressor in original boxes. Shots bolts @ 450fps. 214799-6902.

FOR SALE: Aprilaire 600 series humidifier, attaches to furnace, $50 OBO. Call 717484-4866.

FOR SALE: Bagged mushroom soil, $5, self-serve, closed Sunday. At the mill in Mt Airy, 25 E. Church Rd., Stevens. 717-305-8378.

FOR SALE: Birdhouses and bird feeders, painted, stained or plain. Visit our roadside stand at 445 Sleepy Hollow Rd., Lititz or call to order. Also, hay and straw. 717626-1260.

FOR SALE: Flags, flagpoles, cases, hats, pins. Decorative flags and mailbox covers on sale. American Flag Shoppe near Adamstown, 717-484-1183.

FOR SALE: Kirby vacuum and accessories, very good condition, $300; Roll away bed, twin, very good condition, $70; Pac-Man stool, very good condition, $30. 717-715-6184,

FOR SALE: LiteRider mobility scooter and aluminum carrying tray with ramp. Very good condition. $600. Call 717-538-0591.

FOR SALE: Public Sale, April 14, 2026, 10am. Content of unit 58 for the past due account of David Koch. Lots of good items. Steinmetz Road Mini Storage, 1113 Steinmetz Road, Ephrata. 717-733-8066.

Please apply in person or call at: Frysville Farms • 300 Frysville Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522 (717) 354-4501

FOR SALE: Purple Martin house; Gourd Racks; gourds; Sparrow traps; Starling resistant Bluebird and suet feeders; Sparrow resistant bluebird houses. 717-445-9515.

FOR SALE: Used Lawn Mower Sales and Service. Small engine repairs. 928 Fivepointville Rd., Stevens, PA (Red Run area). 717-445-5090.

FOR SALE: VARON VP-6 continuous flow portable oxygen concentrator (1-6 liter). Only used 1 month and still under warranty. 2 additional batteries, AC and DC chargers and carrying case. $650. Call 717538-0591.

Auto/Truck

FOR SALE: 1995 Ford Ranger, 114,000 miles, 5-speed manual rear wheel drive. No AC. Inspected until 08/26. Timing belt replaced, truck runs great. Beater truck and has clutch issues in hot weather. Gas gauge does not work. Asking $1,500 OBO. Call 717-278-9679, ask for Brian.

Household/Furniture

FOR SALE: A grandfather’s clock will turn a house into a home w/sweet and mellow chimes that strike a warmly reassuring note in the darkest night/grayest day, $500. 717-201-7128.

Lawn & Garden

FOR SALE: Lawn mower collectors item, old Montgomery Ward, 42” cut, 3 manuals for mowing and tractor, runs real good, real good shape, always inside, $950. 717-278-6844.

FOR SALE: Riding mower: Ariens 28” deck, Hydro, $500. Ready to mow. 717278-6844.

FOR SALE: Walk-behind 50” cut Gravely mower, everything works, Kawasaki motor, 4th & 5th gears out. $500. 717-278-6844.

Machinery/Tools

FOR SALE: Electric Arc welder, Craftsman, AC, DC, Triple range with rods. Call 717983-4214.

Musical

FOR SALE: Lots of vinyl records, cassettes, CDs, gospel, country, bluegrass. 717-4711775.

Pets & Animals

FOR SALE: 4 month ACA Welsh Corgi male, great personality, beautiful red /white markings. UTD on shots. 717-507-0106.

FOR SALE: Cavapoo puppies. Family raised, shots and dewormings UTD. $800. Ready 4/13. 717-626-1260.

FOR SALE: GDM Pet Supplies, dog clippers, vaccines, wormer, dog feed, underground fences, pet carrier, new/used whelping dens. Free Catalog. 895 Centerville Rd., New Holland. 607-2439718.

FOR SALE: Shih Tzu pups, purebred, shots, dewormed, call or text for pictures, $500. 484-708-7940.

ing or related trades preferred. Candidates with a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply. Please mail letter of interest and resume to: Adamstown Borough, PO Box 546 Adamstown, PA 19501 or email to office@adamstownborough.org

Produce / Edibles

FOR SALE: Free range, pasture raised, brown eggs. Stop in stand. 876 Fivepointville Road, Stevens.

FOR SALE: Pastured free range, non-GMO, soy free, fresh, brown eggs. Also, sometimes duck eggs at the roadside stand on 445 Sleepy Hollow Rd., Lititz.

Sporting Goods

FOR SALE: Get ready for turkey season. Doublebull surround view stakeout 2 panel ground blind, plus a Primos trigger stick gen 3 monopod, $75 OBO. Call or text, 717598-6647.

FOR SALE: Morrell High Roller archery target, small size, 13x13x13, only shot a few times, like new, easy to move around, $75 OBO. Can send pictures if you want. Call or text, 717-598-6647.

Notice

NOTICE: Lots of great deals on bedding, bath, home decor, kitchen items, baby equipment and accessories, children’s clothing, shoes, sandals, books, games, toys and 30+ different vendors. Come check us out! Rosewood Gifts & Home, 479 Voganville Road, New Holland. Hours: Monday-Thursday 8-5, Friday 8-7, Saturday 8-2, Closed Sundays.

NOTICE: Piano lessons. Call Susan Lambert, lessons for all ages. 717-371-4742.

NOTICE: We accept brush, trimmings, grass clippings, trees and stumps for a small fee. Call Martin Mulch for information. 717-733-1602.

Garage Sale

NOTICE: 2-Family Garage Sale, April 17-18, 7am-12pm. Rain or shine. 688 Sue Drive, Lititz.

NOTICE: Benefit fundraiser for Joyful Trails Therapeutic Riding. Part of neighborhood yard sales. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, April 16, 17, 18, 7am. Lots and lots of yard sale items. Stuffed pretzel logs, hot or frozen. Baked goods, donuts, lattes, bubble drinks, so much more. 1018 Steffy Road, Stevens. 717-3360366.

NOTICE: Cocalico Education Foundation Sping Yard Sale, April 18 at Denver Elementary School parking lot, 7:00am-noon. Application www.cocalicoeducationfoundation. org or any Cocalico’s Offices. Contact Ruth, 717468-8380. Two spaces $15. Additional spaces $5 each. Food stand, milk shake truck.

NOTICE: Creek Hill Community Yard Sale, Saturday, April 18th, 7am-1pm. Kenneth Drive, Joy Circle, Marlene Way, Leola. Rain or shine.

Now Hiring

Packer/Machine Operator

NOTICE: Downsizing 50 years of stuff, April 11, 7am-? 4 Garage bays & workshop. Tools, ladders, automotive, household. Too much to list. Priced to sell. 120 Distillery Road, Newmanstown. Email ajm1468@yahoo.com for photos/videos.

NOTICE: Estate Yard Sale, Friday, April 10, 7-noon. Tools, dishes, antiques, ladders, car ramps, air conditioner, shop vacs, sub pump carpet shampooer, guitar, Sperry NH glasses, sofa, chair. 521 North Railroad Ave., New Holland.

NOTICE: Garage Sale, Friday, 4/10, 6:30am-? Lots misc. items, vintage, mowers, etc. 256 S. Market Street, Ephrata.

NOTICE: Garage Sale, April 9/10, 8am. Adult clothing, flannelgraph lessons, supplies, teaching aides, lots of house plants and books, housewares, Sipology Teas and teaware. Rival electric food slicer, STIHL #SH56C leaf blower, attachments, town hamper. Free glassware, magazines, more! Rain or shine. 622 White Oak Rd., New Holland. (Martindale area).

NOTICE: Garage Sale, April 10-11, 8am-2pm. Antiques, crystal, China, radios, postcards, fabric, crafts, kitchen, books, wedding gown, jewelry. Rain dates, April 17-18. No early birds please. 1197 Marie Ave., Ephrata.

NOTICE: Garage Sale, 4/11. Dresses, girl clothes 0-3T, boy clothes 3T-8. Housewares, toys, shoes, coats, men’s navy suit 42R. Breakfast sandwiches, coffee, cookies. 2066-2 Division Highway, Hinkletown. Corner of 322/Wanner Rd.

AUTO MECHANIC

Rohrer’s Service Center needs an auto mechanic. In addition to our own fleet, we serve commercial clients as well as the public. Duties include service, repair, and maintenance of cars & light trucks. A class 1 inspection license is required. Core work hours are 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. weekdays, with OT required as needed.

We offer competitive pay and benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), 401(k) with match, paid uniforms, and a tool reimbursement. Company sponsored continuing education & training as well as tuition reimbursement is available. Complete an application or submit a resume to the attention of Human Resources by email, fax, mail, on our website, or in person. Visit our website at www.rohrers.com.

Rohrer’s Incorporated 70 Lititz Rd., PO Box 365 Lititz, PA 17543 Attn: Human Resources

HR Fax#: 717-626-9425 Email: kelli.ohara@rohrers.com

NOTICE: Garage Sale, Saturday, April 11th, 10am-?

Selling Vinyl records. Records starting at $2/each, 3 for $5. Many categories of individually priced records. Rock, jazz, funk, 80s & 90s. Metal, soundtracks, country, more. CDs, $2/each, 3 for $5 and concert DVDs, $1/each. 23 Misty Meadow Drive, Adamstown.

NOTICE: Garage Sale. Thursday, 4/9, 12pm-6pm. Friday, 4/10, 7am-? Children’s clothes 0-8Y, baby gate, doorway jumper, ExerSaucer, cape dresses, sweaters, shoes, leather jacket, camo hunting coat, books, decor, 60” table with boards/chairs, end tables, cedar chest. Bee hives/supplies, planters/ house plants. 31 Hahnstown Road. 1/4 mile off 322.

NOTICE: Garage Sales, April 11, 7am-1pm. Furniture, home decor, jewelry, kid’s clothes, toys, American Girl dolls, Bitty Twins, Wellie Wishers. New Young living oils & diffusors. 113 Buchanan Drive, 263 Meadowlark Drive, 242 Blackberry Drive, 224 Woodchuck Dr., Ephrata.

NOTICE: Huge Barn Sale, Friday, Saturday, 4/10-4/11, dawn to dusk. HH, clothes, shoes, benches, washstand, antiques, shepherd hooks, plant stands, galvanized buckets and tubs and more. 230 Snyder Drive, New Holland. Rain/shine.

NOTICE: Huge Garage Sale, 4/11, 7am-? Tools, HH, 100 perennials, books, cookbooks, clothing, toys and more. Between Churchtown and Bowmansville. 2305 Laurel Rd., Narvon.

Experience is preferred, but will train the right person. Full-time year-round work, competitive wages, Christian work environment.

CDL CLASS A DRIVER NEEDED

Ability to lift/push/pull 40 lbs. frequently Monday-Friday • 45 hours/week $20-$22/hour with room to grow • Competitive Benefits NO WEEKEND WORK

Looking for dependable team player to assist in fast-paced manufacturing enviornment. Call or stop in! 717-354-8070 122 S. Shirk Road New Holland, PA

• Tri-axle dump truck and tag-along trailer.

• Experience in the asphalt paving industry preferred but not required.

• Manual labor included.

• Great equipment, great team, benefits.

• Challenging and rewarding.

Applicants must be ready to give their best effort, be part of a team, and approach every job as if it was their own.

Now accep�ng applica�ons for a full-�me CDL Class A Dump Truck Driver Posi�on EOE

Seeking individuals who:

• Are self-motivated • Detail-oriented

• Have Christian values

• Enjoy working with others in a fast-paced environment

Prior woodworking or construction experience is preferred; willing to train qualified applicants.

Competitive Wages

Health insurance & 401 (k), paid holidays and vacation, work in a fully air-conditioned shop. Transportation available in some areas. Call: 717-354-5797 ext. 101 to apply or in person at 171 Tower Rd., New Holland, PA 17557 • Design and Sales • Door Assembly • Cabinet Installer

6B - Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - Say You Saw It In “The Shopping

NOTICE: Huge Garage Sale, April 10, 11. Clothing, fabric, Pampered Chef, Tupperware, baskets, household goods, tools, more. 1722 Kramer Mill Road, Denver. More in neighborhood.

NOTICE: Huge Multi-Family Garage Sale, 4/10, 4/11. Household, decor, plants, children-adult clothing, vintage Coke items, Zippo heated seat, toys, books, weight distribution hitch, Gracelaced coffee drinks, baked goods, food stand Saturday. 122 Skyview Lane, Lititz.

NOTICE: Huge Multi-Family Garage Sale. Thursday, 4/9, 12pm. Friday, 4/10, 7am. Saturday half price day. Princess House, household items, decor, shoes, puzzles, books, curtains, dorm fridge, cooler, clothing infant to adult, compound bow, etc. 698 Wide Hollow Road, East Earl.

NOTICE: Huge Multi-Family Garage Sale. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, April 16, 17, 18, 7am. Cookbooks, stamping supplies, water bottle stickers, key chains, quilting. Dresses, some new. Shirts, jackets, fabric, books, home decor. John Deere 425, crossbow, much more. More sales in neighborhood. 1018 Steffy Road, Stevens.

NOTICE: Huge Multi-Family Yard Sale, Friday, April 10 and Saturday, April 11. Furniture, housewares, fabric, books and children’s books. Toys and baby boy clothing. Subs and much more. Lots of free stuff. 1732 Kramer Mill Road, Denver.

NOTICE: Indoor Yard Sale, April 10 and 11, 8am-11am. Spring and summer clothes, Hess trucks, Hershey memorabilia, household items, shoes, lots of useful items, come join us. Trinity United Methodist Church, 420 Main Street, Denver.

NOTICE: Large Garage Sale, Saturday, April 11, 7-1. Lots of fiction books, children’s books, games, toys, DVDs, Royal Albert China, children’s and adult clothing a lots more. 2 Oriole Drive, Ephrata.

NOTICE: Multi-Family Yard Sale, Friday-Saturday, April 10-11, 7am. Abandoned storage unit clean-out. Household, vintage, tools, new stuffies, youth bikes, scooters, glassware, kettles, cups, office, school, kid’s craft supplies, toys, games, new lg. frames, decorations, wrapping paper, wedding, baby, little girl’s & ladies clothes, shirts. 277 E. Main St., Leola.

NOTICE: Multi-Family Yard Sale, April 10-11, 7am? Collectibles, vintage, books, clothing, housewares, misc. items. Something for everyone. Many things less than $1. 623 Pine Hill Rd., Lititz. Rain or shine.

NOTICE: Multi-Family Garage Sale, Thursday, 4/9, 7am-4pm., Friday, 4/10, 7am-12pm. Housewares, home decor, clothing galore: Baby boy’s, women’s XS-XXL, men’s, antiques, hunting, fishing, camping, tools, planters, toys, books. Much more! 1058 Valley View Rd., New Holland. (Terre Hill area).

NOTICE: Multi-Family Yard Sale, 4/9, noon-? 4/10, 7am-8pm. Books, clothes (some new), shoes, new surplus items. 985 Valley View Rd., New Holland. More neighborhood yard sales.

NOTICE: Multi-Family Yard Sale, Saturday, 4/11, 7am. Household & decorative items, adult clothing, jewelry, baked items, computer table, Nexgrill, coffee table, leaf blower, books, kid’s toys and more. Come join the fun of neighborhood garage sales in Rothsville. 27 Skyview Lane, Lititz. If rain, then cancelled.

NOTICE: Multi-Family Garage Sale, Friday, Saturday, 4/10, 4/11, 7am-? Perennial, canna bulbs, pots and planters. Kitchenware and home decor, fabric, stroller and car seat combo, Bumbo, lots of children’s clothing and shoes. 1615 Kramer Mill Road, Denver.

NOTICE: Multi-Vendor Yard Sale and Egg Roll Lady, Saturday, April 11, 7am-2pm. IOOB Sportsman Club, 1011 Rabbit Hill Rd., Lititz. In conjunction with adjacent neighborhood yard sales.

NOTICE: Neighborhood Yard Sales, Saturday, 4/11, 7am. Some open Friday. Skyview Lane, Arlin Circle, Briarcrest, Briar Hill, Lititz.

NOTICE: Neighbors Garage Sales, Friday, April 10, 7am-3pm, Saturday, April 11, 7am-1pm. Misc. household items, kid’s clothing NB to teen, shoes, tables full all types kid’s books and all sizes toys, LEGOs, Barbies, matchboxes, push toys, more. 1714 Kramer Mill Rd., Denver. Rain/Shine. Multiple houses.

NOTICE: Yard Sale, 4/11, 7am-noon. Clothing for all, jewelry, bakers rack, decorations, dishes, books, household items, misc. Sycamore Rd., Ephrata.

NOTICE: Yard Sale, 4/9, 9-3, 4/10-4/11, 8-? Lots of girl’s clothing/shoes, 8-12, young men’s brand name clothing, M/L. Women’s clothing, M/L. Household items, toys, etc. 2350 West Main Street, Ephrata.

NOTICE: Yard Sale, Friday, 4/10 and Saturday, 4/11, 7am til ? 8’ Louisville step ladder, Hubley cast iron, Blue Ray DVD VCR player, vintage Criterion speakers, plastic model kits, vintage ceramic animal planters, vintage folding travel clocks, cookie jars, Lenox birds, many puzzles, deer mounts, more. 946 Dale Dr., Lititz.

NOTICE: Yard Sale, Saturday, April 11, 8am-1pm. Lots of useful items. Garden stuff, furniture, household items, tools, and more. No early birds please. 532 Pointview Ave., Ephrata. Corner of Orange and Pointview.

NOTICE: Benefit Bake Sale and Multi-Family Yard Sale, 4/9, Noon, Friday, 4/10. Proceeds for Mervin & Esther Martin’s special needs child, Andrea. Where: Mark & Mary Jane Leid’s, 214 Sensenig Road, Ephrata, PA 17522. 717-445-6548.

NOTICE: Huge Garage Sale, Friday, Saturday, 4/10-11, 8am-4pm. Antique unusual, rare. New items, hundreds, $1. Train items, old wooden boxes, tool boxes, fishing gear, golf bags/ clubs, art glass planters, hand power/yard tools, kitchen equipment, trunks, road/stop signs, model airplanes, chandeliers, books. 445 West Route 897, Reinholds.

NOTICE: Huge Yard Sale, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, April 9-10-11. 7am-2pm. Home decor, household items, books, craft supplies, flowers, Halloween decorations, baskets & much more. 236 Philip Lane, Ephrata, off Weidmansville Rd.

NOTICE: Neighborhood Yard Sales, ThursdaySaturday, 4/9-4/11, 7am? Some homes are only open Saturday. I.O.O.B. will have Egg Roll Lady on Saturday. Chicken /rooster decor, Native American decor, garden tools, household items, puzzles, clothing, toys, lots more. 922 Rabbit Hill Rd., Rothsville/ Lititz. Follow signs from Newport Rd. or Church Street.

Announcements

NOTICE: Are you looking for a safer cleaning product? Try Sisel, 100% toxic free. Order April promo and save. A free product will be given away. Be a lucky winner. 717-8639707 x1.

Help Offered

HELP OFFERED: Carpentry work, additions, repairs and remodeling. Ephrata. Call John S. Weaver, 717336-7497.

HELP OFFERED: Decks Decks Construction. Building decks, fences and ramps since 1979. Free estimates and design. Call Mark, 717269-3549. www.decksdecksconstruction.com. Like us on Facebook. PA047954.

HELP OFFERED: Denny’s Property Improvements. Plumbing, flooring, appliances, painting, etc. Great with punch/codes lists. Licensed & insured, 23 years experience. 484-955-6938.

HELP OFFERED: Don Graham Remodeling, repairs around your home. Electrical, plumbing, drywall, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, painting, deck repairs, pressure washing, deck cleaning and sealing. Licensed and insured. PA Contractor #037752. Visit www.DonGrahamRemodeling.com. Call 717-3688943

HELP OFFERED: Eberly’s Drywall Finishing, Patching and Repair. No job too small. 717-826-3182, leave message.

HELP OFFERED: Experienced electrician, licensed and insured. Prompt, friendly service and free estimates. Call Jim, 717575-2147. Please leave a message.

HELP OFFERED: Free college info. IdalahWomack. com or Amazon.com 1 True College Money Since 1978.

HELP OFFERED: Steve E. Brossman Seal Coating. Commercial and residential. Hand brushed and sprayed. 50 years. 717-471-6111.

HELP OFFERED: Light tree trimming, debris removal, hedge trimming, mulching and leaf cleanup. Great prices, free estimates. Call Tim at 717-824-2831.

Cleaning Services

HELP OFFERED: I clean homes, apartments. Weekly, bi-weekly. 25 years experience, low rates, references, reliable. Ephrata and surrounding areas. 717271-1220.

HELP OFFERED: Offering professional commercial cleaning services, specializing in churches, office spaces and apartment turnovers. Serving Lancaster county for over 30 years. Call A-Clean Hometown Services at 717-336-4854 for a free estimate.

HELP OFFERED: Residential, post construction and commercial cleaning at MNM Cleaning Services. Offering one-time, weekly, every other, and monthly. Detailed and reliable with 4 years experience. Insured. Contact Mariya Martin for more information at 717682-6628.

Home & Lawn Care

HELP OFFERED: Busy B Tree Service, tree removal, tree trimming. Fully insured and licensed, PA# 188769. 8 years experience. Free estimates. 717598-4101 .

HELP OFFERED: DL Property Maintenance. Lawn mowing, mulching, landscaping, power washing, shed repairs, painting, patios, decks, interior repairs, roofing. 717715-5230.

HELP OFFERED: Drywall, handyman work and interior repairs. No job is too small. I am insured. Contact Jeff at 717-925-9089.

HELP OFFERED: Handyman work, yard cleanup /trimming, deck/fence cleaning, preserving, repairing, or replacement. All kinds of mulching. Please call, we would be happy to talk to you. Aaron and Matt Stoltzfus. Lititz and surrounding areas. 717-6270668.

HELP OFFERED: MNB Renovations, building with integrity & excellence. We specialize in kitchens, bathrooms, basements, decks & home additions. Christian, familyowned business located in Ephrata, serving our local community in Lancaster, Berks & surrounding counties. Free estimates available. Call 717-940-9159. MNBrenovations.com.

HELP OFFERED: Mowing small residential properties. Denver, Ephrata, Reinholds, Adamstown and Schoeneck areas. Call for free estimate. 717-4660918.

HELP OFFERED: Mowing near Ephrata, weekly mowing & trimming. Veteran owned. Discounts for seniors and veterans. Call/ text, 717-925-0313.

HELP OFFERED: Need any landscaping done? Give us a call. Mulching, tree and shrub trimming. Weekly mowing, weed maintenance. Also offer hardscaping! VOGO Lawn Care, 717468-4678

HELP OFFERED: Ridge Lawn Mowing Service, reasonable rates, Ephrata area. 717-725-2588.

HELP OFFERED: Rototiling your garden ready for planting. Reasonable rates. Call John of all Yards, 717278-6844.

HELP OFFERED: Weekly lawn care services. Reasonable rates, fully insured. Call 717-803-6339.

HELP OFFERED: Air Conditioning Services. If you are interested in spring maintenance or any other heating or air conditioning services. Call 717-690-0245. We’re here to serve. Martin Climate Technologies, Narvon.

HELP OFFERED: Brian’s Mowing, weekly mowing, 30 years at great prices. From Denver, PA. 717468-5086.

HELP OFFERED: Commercial and residential mowing. Free mowing with seasonal contract by 4/15. Call Scott Sweigart Landscape at 717-6692348.

HELP OFFERED: Self-employed Christian electrician looking for more work. Old homes and farm house updating to generators or fusebox/panel upgrades. Call/text Keith, 717-8164582. PA#008058.

Help Wanted

HELP WANTED: Farmer’s market in Annapolis, MD. Drivers, kitchen help, grill food prep, cashiers, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. 717917-6881.

REAL ESTATE PUBLIC SALES

Vintage View Antiques

Collections with Care and Respect

Actively buying: • Vintage Photographs & Cameras • Sportscards & Comic Books

• Historical Ephemera & Paper Collectibles Ready to downsize or simplify your collection? We specialize in purchasing vintage and unique items with honesty, care, and appreciation for their history.

Whether you’re a lifelong collector or just ready to part with treasured items, we offer fair, no-pressure evaluations and immediate payment, treating every collection with the dignity it deserves, since it’s not just your stuff, it’s your story. 354 Main St., Denver, PA • 717-335-8508 vintageviewllc@gmail.com

HELP WANTED: Ordnance Research Inc. is seeking an experience, reliable and detail-oriented CNC Machinist/ Programmer preferably with Haas experience to join our production team. Call 717-738-6941 for more information. Ask for Cole or Craig.

HELP WANTED: Organist /or pianist at small Lutheran church in Adamstown. For information, call Pastor Sandy, 717484-1172.

To Buy

WANTED: $50-$500 paid for junk autos. Free removal. Call anytime, licensed, insured, bonded. All paperwork taken care of legally. 717989-6980.

WANTED: Buying Lionel trains, HO trains, all sports cards and non-sport cards. LEGO sets. Paying cash on the spot. 717-341-4214.

WANTED: Classic Cars, Sports Cars, Muscle Cars, Antique Cars. Always buying. Jeff Gast, Lancaster, 717-575-4561.

Advertise your unwanted items in The Shopping News! Call our office at 717-738-1151.

WANTED: Buying Hess trucks, comic books, phonograph records, baseball cards, hunting and fishing licenses, holiday decorations, advertising signs, gas station items, Royal Doulton figures, car license plates, Fiestaware, Roseville, and Hull pottery, beer trays, clocks and signs, trains, toys, Winross, Tonka, coins, sports cards, baseball yearbooks. Phone 717926-0633 or 717-272-4338.

WANTED: Corvettes, 19532019. Always buying. Call Jeff Gast, Lancaster, 717575-4561.

WANTED: Buying silver dollars, paying $48 each. Buying wheat cents, buying Buffalo nickels. Buying Franklin and Liberty half dollars, paying $17 each. Buying Indian cents, $1.00 each. Also buying comic books, GI Joe, phonograph records. Phone 717272-4338 or 717-926-0633.

WANTED: Costume broken and fine jewelry and coins. Highest prices paid in cash. Very honest. 50 years experience. Call Jane, 484-3450884.

WANTED: Costume jewelery, rings, brooches, necklaces. Older Christmas glass ornaments, decorations. Pre-1970s Halloween items. Postcards. Comic books. Stella, 717875-7884.

WANTED: Family looking for single family home with backyard. No HOA. Please call or text 717-380-3775.

WANTED: Spare change. If you have cans or buckets, $10 or $100, the bank won’t take it because it’s not wrapped. Store machines will take it, but charge you 13%. I will count it and pay you in cash exactly whatever the total. No wrapping. Call 610670-0707.

WANTED: Taxidermy, deer, bear, pheasants, squirrels, safari animals, horns, antlers, fish, birds, all mounts. Pay cash. 717-575-2578.

WANTED: Vinyl records & musical instruments: paying cash. Top dollar paid for your vinyl records, all styles and genres, 33s, 45s & 78s. Guitars, amps, anything music! Also, video games, consoles and equipment. Call or stop by today, Lititz Music Company, 47 S. Broad St. in Lititz. 717-627-4929, www. lititzmusic.com.

Call Ellen.

are accepted. SMOKE FREE APTS. Call Ellen.

WANTED: Coins. American, Canadian, Foreign, paper money, jewelry. New Holland Coins, 592 E. Main St., New Holland. 717-355-0206.

WANTED: Highest cash paid for cars, any condition. Licensed professional. 717-278-9539.

WANTED: Old bottles, stoneware, redware, primitives, cork top medicine, flasks, soda, beer, bitters. Send image and /or call Steve, 717-3711259.

For Rent

FOR RENT: Rehoboth Beach House, walk to beach, boardwalk, sleeps 8 people, $1,400/week. No pets. 717-629-6556.

Apartments

FOR RENT: One bedroom, second floor apartment in Reamstown. Includes: stove /microwave, refrigerator, washer/dryer. Available in May. $1,300/month plus security deposit, tenant pays water/sewer and electric. No smoking, no pets. Call 717366-3604.

Say you saw it in The Shopping News!

Houses

FOR RENT: 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom house with 1 car garage. Modern, new appliances. Family room downstairs, big patio. Central heat and A/C. No smoking, no pets, maximum 3 occupants, $1,750 a month plus utilities. Security deposit required. Fivepointville area. 717-673-0432.

Free

FREE: I will pick up and haul away your unwanted scrap metal, free of charge. All types of metal and car batteries. Scrap metal would have to be outside for pick up. Leave message at 717-9254684.

National

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“HorstAuctionCenter” PUBLIC SALE

TOOLS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026

AT 1:00 P.M.

Preview Times - Tues., April 14 from 2:00 P.M. thru 5:00 P.M. and Wed., April 15 from 8:00 A.M.

*The following is just a very general list of items to be sold. Photos representing the entire auction will be posted on our website www.horstauction.com on Tues., April 14. Sale to be held at the Horst Auction Center, 50 Durlach Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522 ANTIQUE, VINTAGE, REPRODUCTION & MODERN FURNITURE; PAINTED SOFTWOOD 9 LIGHT CORNER CUPBOARD; CHERRY DROPFRONT SECRETARY DESK; APPLIANCES; KITCHENWARE; CLOCKS & LAMPS; COPPER/ BRASS; WROUGHT & CAST IRON; PEWTER; TINWARE; OUTSTANDING COLLECTION OF TOBACCO TINS; AGATE; WOODENWARE; MINING MEMORABILIA & COLLECTIBLES; BASKETS; CHINA & GLASSWARE; POTTERY; REDWARE; LINENS & TEXTILES; BOOKS & PAPER; ESTATE & COSTUME JEWELRY; ARTWORK; CHRISTMAS & SEASONAL DECORATIONS; TOYS; LG. COLLECTION OF HESS TRUCKS; TOOLS; LAWN & GARDEN EQUIPMENT; JOHN DEERE D110 LAWN TRACTOR; BOX LOTS AND MANY OTHER ITEMS. Accepted Payments: Cash or PA Check. Visa, MasterCard, Discover & Debit Card with 3% fee. No out of state checks without prior approval.

Sale For: BRENDA HAVERSTICK ESTATE, MR. & MRS. JOHN J. HESS & OTHERS

Donate your car, truck, boat, RV and more to support our veterans! Schedule a FAST, FREE vehicle pickup and receive a top tax deduction! Call Veteran Car Donations at 1-877-327-0686 today!

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Get a break on your taxes! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist the blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, no-cost vehicle pickup and secure a generous tax credit for 2025. Call Heritage for the Blind Today at 1-844320-2804 today!

Inflation is at 40 year highs. Interest rates are way up. Credit Cards. Medical Bills. Car Loans. Do you have $10k or more in debt? Call NATIONAL DEBT RELIEF and find out how to pay off your debt for significantly less than what you owe! FREE quote: Call 1-866-272-0492

PUBLIC AUCTION

3 BR CUSTOM

W/DAYLIGHT BASEMENT AND 5 CAR GARAGE ON .24 ACRES TERRE HILL

DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 400 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details! 1-877-553-1891 www.dental50plus.com/ macnet #6258

Don’t let the stairs limit your mobility! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home. Call AmeriGlide today! 1-844-317-5246

Safe Step. North America’s #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-theline installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1600 Off for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step 1-833-356-1954

Prepare for power outages today with a Generac Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase. Call 1-855-4657624 today to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move.

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PUBLIC AUCTION

10B - Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - Say You Saw It In “The Shopping News”

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Replace your roof with the best looking and longest lasting material – steel from Erie Metal Roofs! Three styles and multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time Offer – up to 50% off installation + Additional 10% off install (for military, health workers & 1st responders.) Call Erie Metal Roofs: 1-855-338-4807

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Read your ad the first week it appears! This publication will not be responsible for more than one incorrect insertion of any advertisement.

½ Bath, Sizable Mudroom/Laundry Rm. Lower Level is a Full Basement w/approx. 1,376 SF Finished Area w/ Family Rm. w/Brick Fireplace, 3 Bdrms. & Full Bath. Plenty of Storage Area. Central Vac, CA, Oil Hot Water Radiant Heat, Attached 2 Car Garage, Paved Driveway w/Ample Parking, 30x70 Well-Insulated Shop, Elec./Water/Propane Heat & Woodstove, Powder Rm, 9Wx9.5H Overhead Door. 36x36 Shed w/ Stalls & 9’ Overhead Dr. 2 Garden Sheds, S. Heidelberg Twp., Conrad Weiser SD, Zoning: Ag Preservation, Taxes: $13,395.00. Enrolled in Clean & Green.

NOTE: This is a must-see property situated on a clean, wooded & level almost 20 ac. Approx. 3 ac. fenced pasture. A spacious home for family gatherings and outbuildings for horses/livestock & hobbies. Property borders William Penn State Forest. Minutes to Wernersville/Cocalico/Newmanstown.

OPEN HOUSE: Sat., Apr. 18 & 25, 1-3 PM, or by appointment, call Joel at 717-383-5606.

TERMS: $75,000 Down, Balance in 45 Days. SEE MORE INFO & PHOTOS: www.lhauctionsinc.com

Do you know what’s in your water? Leaf Home Water Solutions offers FREE water testing and whole home water treatment systems that can be installed in as little one day. 15% off your entire purchase. Plus 10% senior & military discounts. Restrictions apply. Schedule your FREE test today. Call 1-866996-1526

WANTED! MOTORCYCLES & MINI BIKES! ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CA$H$$ 717577-8206 KRMiller1965@ yahoo.com

BUYING CLASSIC CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs **American and Foreign** Any Condition. Buying entire car collections. $$PAYING CA$H$$ Please call 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com

Ephrata Library Programs

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ence needed. You must be registered to attend. They will be using the 5th edition of Dungeons and Dragons (2014 Rules). Ages 18+.

• Monday, April 13, 1:00 p.m. – Google Suite: Sheets (Intermediate). Participants will be able to understand and use the sorting data functions, auto sum functions, absolute cell references and auto fill. Participants will be able to describe and implement the order of operations in mathematics to be able to accurately write formulas. This class will fo­

COMING SOON PUBLIC AUCTION

Very Desirable New Holland Real Estate Spacious 1,800 SF, 4 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Arts & Craft Style House With Hardwood Floors, Detached Garage On Just Under 1/2 Acre Of Green Grass & Mature Trees

WEDNESDAY, MAY 6th,

Welcome home to this spacious Colonial Revival/Craftsman Style home with large covered front porch, hardwood and laminate floors, spacious dining room with sliding door to large patio and deep backyard for lots of recreation. Fully fenced backyard perfect for keeping children and or pets safe. Many more awesome perks for this conveniently located home in Eastern Lancaster Co. NEWLY LISTED, More Information, TERMS, and photos COMING SOON at www.pmorganauctions.com All showings by appointment only, contact Patrick Morgan, Auctioneer at 717-278-9202. Auctioneer owns this home.

Attorney: Patrick Deibler; Glick, Goodley, Deibler, Fanning, LLP

Sale For: Patrick and Kimberly Morgan

Website: www.pmorganauctions.com

Email: pmorganauctions@gmail.com Patrick Morgan 717-278-9202 Dustin Spencer 717-203-3225 PA-AY002383, PA-AU003557L, PA-AU005927

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cus on intermediate skills to manage finances, mailing lists and other types of spreadsheets. Participants should already have a Google account. This class is supported by a grant from the Members 1st Charitable Foundation. Ages 18+.

• Monday, April 13, 1:00 p.m. – Painting for Homeschoolers. Learn about different types of painting and try them for yourself! Things might get a little messy, so please dress appropriately. Ages 10­14.

• Monday, April 13, 1:00 p.m. – Tea & Mystery. Join them for a cuppa and a conundrum as they have tea and treats and watch a British mystery. Each month they’ll watch a movie or a classic BBC series episode and discover who done it!

Ages 18+.

• Monday, April 13, 4:30 p.m. ­ Be an Artist. Everyone can be an artist!! Kids are invited to come explore great works of art and the

artists behind them! Each class will focus on learning about well­known artists. They will then create their own artwork using their art and style as their inspiration. Join in as they learn about design, method, thinking and problem­solving skills using various traditional and non­traditional art materials. Ages 6­9.

• Monday, April 13, 6:00 p.m. – Gentle Yoga. Again and again, research confirms that Yoga is one of the best practices to manage stress and anxiety. Join them for this class that will introduce easy to follow stretches, deep breathing and guided relaxation to help you release tension created by stress, pain and anxiety. You will need to be able to get up and down from the floor for this class. Please bring a yoga mat and blanket or beach towel. They will practice without shoes so you may want to wear socks if your feet get cold. Ages 18+.

lot. House has 2,510 sq. ft. of living space. Main level has eat-in kitchen w/ oak cabinetry, abundant counter space, appliances, oversized walk-in pantry; 12.5’x20’ living room w/bay window; recreation room; formal living room (4th-BR?) w/patio doors to 12’x28’ deck w/farmland views; all-season room; full bathroom; half bath; front covered porch. Second level has (3) bedrooms w/closets; full bathroom w/tub. Daylight basement has 20’x13.5’ laundry/mud room; storage room; recreation room; oil furnace w/floor heat & baseboard heat; mini-split A/C; public sewer; on-site well; 200-amp elec.; new roof 2018; 12’x28’ concrete patio. 2-STORY DETACHED SHOP/GARAGE/HORSE BARN: A concrete block & framed detached garage is 20’x32’ w/14’x24’ addition in 2014 (ground level entrance to second level); (2) overhead doors; 12.5’x46’ forebay; hip-style roof; second level storage & chicken pen; 220-v elec.; horse stall; chicken pasture; water hydrant; Brecknock Township; ELANCO Schools; taxes $4,687. Side yard has desirable small stream & mature apple trees.

OPEN HOUSE DATES: Saturdays, April 11 & 18 from 1:00-3:00 PM. Call/Text Auctioneer 717-587-8906. Please visit our website www.martinandrutt.com

Auction For: JAMES R. & MARLENE S. BURKHOLDER

SALES REGISTER

WED., APRIL 8 - 1:00

p.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, household goods, tools. Horst Auctioneers.

THURS., APRIL 9 - 5:00

p.m. - Caleb J. and Michaela J. Stoltzfoos, 204 W. Reistville Rd., Myerstown. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2­1/2 story farmhouse and shop on 2.94 +/- acres. L&H Auctions Inc.

SAT., APRIL 11 - 9:00

a.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. The Carl Heagy lifetime coin collection, part II. 478 lots of coins and currency. Horst Auctioneers.

SAT., APRIL 11 - 9:00

a.m. - The Barbara C. Thoma Estate, 213 S. Yund Ave., New Holland. 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,696 sq. ft. 2 story Colonial, .21 acre, Real estate at 12:00 noon. 2013 Toyota Camry, Honda mower, snow blower, guns, antiques, crocks and jugs, wood shop tools. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, Inc.

TUES., APRIL 14 - 6:00

p.m. - Derlyn M. and Dorcas M. Weaver, 27 Hahnstown Rd., Ephrata. 4 bedroom, 2­story brick house, .45 acre lot, attached garage, 3­bay 2­story garage/shop. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

WED., APRIL 15 - 12:00 noon - Haiti Benefit Auction of PA, 23rd Annual Heifer

Auction, 101 W. Fulton St., New Holland. For more info., call Wayne Hoover at 717­201­0975 or Cory Wise at 717­951­7472.

WED., APRIL 15 - 1:00

p.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, household goods, tools. Horst Auctioneers.

WED., APRIL 15 - 4:00

p.m. - Gochnauer’s East Petersburg Inc., 5939 and 5921 Main St., East Petersburg. 2 parcels, 12,000+ sq. ft. East Petersburg commercial building/restaurant. Hess Auction Group.

THURS., APRIL 16 -

6:00 p.m. - Larry M. and Virginia Z. Zimmerman, 11 W. Farmersville Rd., Ephrata. Clean and remodeled 2­story house, 4 bedrooms, detached garage and horse stall, shed, level .56 acre lot, new rear addition. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

THURS., APRIL 166:00 p.m. - Clara Newswanger, 2130 W. Main St., Ephrata. Well­located 4 bedroom home with a large outdoor deck, an outdoor shed, a covered front porch and a 2­car garage. Hess Auction Group.

THURS., APRIL 166:00 p.m. - Richard H. Bradley Estate, 2381 Beaver Valley Pk., New Providence. 2.1 acre real estate ­ brick

ranch style dwelling with vinyl sided former office building, brick/vinyl sided oversized 2­car garage and vinyl sided storage shed on 2.1 acres. Horst Auctioneers.

FRI., APRIL 17 - 9:00

a.m. - Ammon and Martha Hoover, 2079 Hoover Dr., Narvon. JD forklift, JD grain binder, farm machinery, Groffdale finish mower, 2 large tobacco balers, wood splitter, guns, antiques, household related. Double E Auction Service, LLC.

FRI., APRIL 17 - 5:00

p.m. - Robert J. Dunleavy, 280 Mapleflower Rd., Glenmoore. 2 bedroom stone farmhouse with barn/shop and pastures on 3.89 acres. Horning Farm Agency, Inc.

SAT., APRIL 18 - 8:00

a.m. - Don M. Breiner Estate, 169 N. Groffdale Rd.,

Leola. Private collection of toys ­ 600+ lots of farm toys, tractors, equipment, toy cars, trucks, pedal tractors, to be offered with live and online bidding. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., APRIL 18 - 8:00

a.m. - Schoeneck Fire Company, 125 N. King St., Denver, will hold their 14th Annual Mud Sale. Tools, sheds, lawn and garden items, swing sets, outdoor lawn furniture, household goods and more. Quilts at 11:30 a.m.

SAT., APRIL 18 - 9:00

a.m. - Gregory J. Reside, 73 Wampler Ln., Lebanon. Truck, boat, trailer, shop tools, tools, lawn and garden, misc. L&H Auctions, Inc.

SAT., APRIL 18 - 9:00

a.m. - Richard M. and Nan­

PUBLIC AUCTION

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cy T. Stackhouse, 444 Ranck Rd., New Holland. 3 or 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath rancher with 1­car garage, pool, .43 acre lot. Real estate at 11:00 a.m. Honda generator, quilts, antiques and personal property. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

MON., APRIL 20 - 4:00

p.m. - Benefit Auction held at West Earl Firehall, 14 School Lane Ave., Brownstown. Double EE Auction Service LLC.

MON., APRIL 20 - 5:00

p.m. - Joseph and Linda Beiler, 2140 Beaver Dam Rd., Honey Brook. 3­bedroom home with attached inlaw quarters and 3­car garage on 1.77 acres. Guns,

shop tools and riding mower. Horning Farm Agency, Inc.

TUES., APRIL 21 - 4:00

p.m. - Joseph A. Radesky Estate, 30 Buttonwood Dr., Lititz. Custom 3 bedroom bi­level dwelling, garage, level lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

TUES., APRIL 21 - 6:00

p.m. - James R. and Marlene S. Burkholder, 480 Pleasant Valley Rd., Denver. 1.85 acre, 2 story Colonial with 3 or 4 bedrooms, 46’x20’ garage/shop/horse barn with hip roof, country location with farmland views, 2.5 baths. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

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Groffdale Rd. to auction on right (former M.M. Weaver location). (Upper Leacock Twp., Lanc. Co.)

600+ Lots of Farm Tractors, Equipment, Car & Trucks to be offered in person & online: Ertl, Franklin Mint, 1st Gear, Norscott, Scale Mod., RC-2, Athearn, Universal Hobbies. Following is just a sample of listing. See website for the catalogs. Pedal Tractors – Farm Toys: MH 44 NF Collector, AC WD 45 PA Farm Show, Farmall F-20 100th Anniv., MH 333 NF, Farmall 560 NF, 806 Collection, M NF FPS 98 (tractors are in original boxes) JD Mod. 10 Pedal Tractor Replica. 1/8 Scale Toys: Case Precision 504 Turbo 1470 Tractor King 1 w/Black Cab & 1 w/Yellow Cab, Red Power Round Up 560, Farmall 856 Farm Progress Show, 1206 Turbo DSL, Farmall 806 & 560 Signed, MH 44 Signed, Case 730 Comfort King, AC WD 45, JD 730, Farmall F20, JD Manure Spreader, Int. Disc, McCormick Manure Spreader & Flare Wagon & Others. Nolt Enterprise: PA Farm Show Cletrac w/Metal Tracks, JD 40, 420, 520 & 530. Tru-Scale: Grain Drill, Sickle Bar Mower, Combine, Trailer, Elevator, Plows, Snapper Lawn Tractors & Trailer, N. Idea Orange Uni System, Big Bud 440, 550 & 16V-747 Tractors, AC Pulling Tractor, Yoder New Parts Ind. Tractor, Farmall Super H (Outback Customer Appreciation 1 of 250), Joal Compact Earth Mover/Trackhoe, CAT D-2 SU Series Orchard, Int. White Farmall A & C, 1-Btm. Plow Pa Farm Show Grand Opening, CAT 11T & 11R Tracktype 854K & 854G, Harvest Hollow Farm Tractor w/Wagon & Fall Décor, MH Bronze Tractor, AC-CA 1018 3-Wheel Steel Tractor.

Farm Toys & Equipment: Ertl Case/IH Axial Flow 2388 Positioned For Success 2001 Combine w/8-Row Hd., Oliver OC-12 DSL Crawler, Cockshutt 40 Red & Cream Tractors, Case/ David Brown, Case 930 Comfort King, AC D-17 Series IV IA FFA, Ford 641 Workmaster w/Loader, Farmall 560, MH Peacemaker Challenger, Sheppard SD3 DSL, MM 750, IH Grinder/Mixer, Oliver 4-Row Corn Planter, Int. Axial Flow Combines, AC Tractor w/2Row N. Idea Picker, JD 4020 w/JD 237 2-Row Corn Picker, JD GP Tractor w/Sickle Bar Bower, JD 4430 Black Hood, JD 8010 Articulating Tractor, JD Mod. 140 L&G 60th Anniv., JD Plows, Discs, Rotohoe, NH Baler, Hay Bines, Skid Loader & Rake. Wood Toys – Cars/Trucks: Wood Crawler, Tractor Trailer, Concrete Mixer, 1931 Cadillac Roadster J.R. Houser 1999, Articulating Tractor Marked Sam Wenger 2017. Cars & Trucks: American Muscle, Nylint, New Ray, Maisto, Motor Max.

NOTE: Don was an avid collector. Outstanding private toy collection w/some unique & rare toys. Auction to begin 8AM w/approx. 610+ lots w/live & online bidding available at www. klinekreidergood.com. See website for the catalogs. Preview Fri. Eve, April 17th from 4PM-7PM. Terms are cash, PA check or credit card w/3% service fee. Food Stand. See more photos on the website.

M. Breiner Estate Kent: 717-572-4740 Kim: 717-278-0669

1 sty. rancher w/1,484 SF finished area, eat-in kitchen w/custom oak raised panel cabinets, pantry & appliances, family rm., living rm. w/bow window & fireplace, 3 bdrms., 1½ baths, 1st floor laundry, office, attic w/pull down steps, bsmt. w/outside entrance, oil hot air heat, central AC, central vac, low maintenance exterior w/insulated windows, composite deck 16x8 & rear deck 19x12, attached oversized 1 car garage (could be 2 car) w/mini-split heat/ AC & utility bldg. 8x10, level 9/10 ACRE country lot w/mature shade, professional landscaping, macadam driveway & parking area. Zoned Village District w/potential varied uses. Owner downsizing & motivated to sell! Very clean rancher in absolute move-in condition. Convenient location, minutes to Adamstown, Reinholds, Middle Creek Wildlife Area & Schaefferstown w/easy access to Rt. 272 & Turnpike. Personal inspection by appointment or open house April 11, 18 & 25 from 1 to 4 PM. For more detailed information, visit www.klinekreidergood. com. Financing, deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368 & #384426)

Randal V. Kline Roy E. Good, Jr. Aaron Z. Nolt Curvin M. Horning 717-445-4309 Lic. #499, #2116, #5064, #3956

www.klinekreidergood.com

Grace Eileen Weaver 717-333-1516

of room to run and/or garden. This affordable property is being sold via public auction, as the seller is downsizing after many years. Bring your paint brush & vision for finishing touches - you will not want to miss this excellent opportunity!

Open Houses to be held Sun., Apr. 19 & Sat., Apr. 25 from 1-3PM, or by appt., contact auctioneer at (717) 371-9603. 10% Down day of sale, balance due at settlement. 1% Broker participation offered. Call auctioneer for details. E. Richard Young, Atty.

Lic. #AU005308-L 717-336-6983 www.pannebeckerwolf.com

By:

Open House: Sat., April 11 & 18 from 1-3 PM; for info., call/text auctioneer at (717) 371-3333. Terms: $20,000 down day of sale, balance in 60 days. Attorney: Glick, Goodley, Deibler & Fanning LLP (717) 354-7700.

Note: Valuable 4-bedroom 2-bath duplex, property needs some cosmetic TLC; excellent rental/investment property or starter home, west end city home offers easy access to all conveniences! **Attention Broker Participation Offered To Registered Realtors** For Photos & Detailed Listing, Visit www.martinandrutt.com

access to deck; BR #1) 15’x13’ w/WIC, private bath w/tile floors & double vanity, deck access; BR #2) 12’x12’ w/closet & carpet; 10’x5’ full bath; BR #3) 11’x13’ w/HW floors; wrap-around deck on north & east side; gas furnace/central AC (2013); on-site well & septic; 200 amp svc.; new roof 2021; annual taxes: $4,083. Outbuildings: A 24’x36’ hip-roofed 2-story 2-bay insulated garage/shop, upper level storage; a 10’x14’ utility shed. Open House: Sat., April 11 & 18 from 1-3 PM. For info., call/text auctioneer at (717) 371-3333. Terms: $35,000 down day of sale, balance in 60 days. Attorney: Glick, Goodley, Deibler & Fanning LLP (717) 354-7700.

169 N. Groffdale

Leola,

17540. Rt. 23 N. of New Holland. Right N.

Terms

ROSE MARIE PETERS

655 W. Route 897, Reinholds, PA 17569 (Blainsport Area). Rt. 897 N. thru Reinholds to property on left. (W. Cocalico Twp., Lanc. Co.)

SALES REGISTER

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WED., APRIL 22 - 1:00

p.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, household goods, tools, bass boat and trailer, MGS utility trailer. Horst Auctioneers.

WED., APRIL 22 - 5:00

p.m. - Melvin C. Schmeck Sr., 735 Greenville Rd., Denver. 1­1/2 story brick 4 bedroom dwelling, 1­car garage, 2 utility buildings, 8/10 acre rural lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

THURS., APRIL 239:30 a.m. - Butcher’s Farm Market LLC, 590 N. 4th St., Newport. 1 story commer­

cial store building, 4/10 acre, complete business with all equipment. Real estate at 12:00 noon. Tractors, wagons, golf carts, pedal cars, agri tourism items. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

THURS., APRIL 233:00 p.m. - Carl and Hilda Stoltzfus, 76 S. Brick Ln., Elverson. 11 +/­ acre Elverson horse farm, 31 self­storage units and large shop on Commercial Zoning. BeilerCampbell Auction Services.

THURS., APRIL 235:30 p.m. - Margaret A. Clark Estate, 409 Fairview St., East Earl. Terre Hill beautiful well­kept 3 bedroom ranch home with a full basement with family room and 2­car garage on .47 acres. Auctions by Coblentz. THURS., APRIL 23 -

SCHOENECK FIRE COMPANY 14TH ANNUAL MUD SALE

SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2026

8:00 A.M. QUILTS 11:30 A.M. 125 N. King Street, Denver, PA 17517 LARGE SELECTION OF NEW DEWALT & MILWAUKEE POWER TOOLS, SHEDS, LAWN & GARDEN ITEMS, SWING SETS, OUTDOOR LAWN FURNITURE, HOUSEHOLD GOODS, QUILTS, CRAFTS, THEME BASKETS, GIFT CERTIFICATES, FLOWERS, NURSERY STOCK & BAKED GOODS. SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!

Food Stand by Fire Company Auxiliary. All proceeds benefit Schoeneck Fire Company. Looking for good quality consignments sold on commission - Donations appreciated. No Tires, TVs, Used Furniture, Computers, AC Units, Windows, Doors & Appliances. NO JUNK. Fire Company has the right to refuse. Terms: Cash or PA Check.

Drop Off: Wed., Apr. 15, 3-8pm; Thurs., Apr. 16, 8am-8pm; Fri., Apr. 17, 8am-12 Noon. Preview of Auction is Fri., Apr. 17, 3-8pm. GREAT FOOD AVAILABLE FRIDAY EVENING 3-7PM Items will not be accepted on sale day! Call 717-336-6767 for more information.

5’ Pittsburgh Auto 1 Ton Portable Gallery Crane; 1 Ton Elect. Hoist; 3 Ton Hoist; Coats 30-30 Air Flate Tire Changer; 20 Ton Shop Press; 2 Ton Eng. Crane; Int. 5-Sp HD Floor Mount Drill Press; Acetylene Torch w/Cart; New Acetylene Torch Set in Box; Emglo 60, 5 HP Air Compressor; Central Pneumatic 40 lb. Sandblasting Cabinet; Magnetic Drill Press & Bits; New 10-Ton Portable Pwr. + Repair Kit; 251 Thermal Arc MIG Welder w/Spool Gun for Alum.; Eastwood TIG 200; Eastwood Versa Cut 60 Plasma Cutter; Lincoln 225 Welder; Oil Trolley; 4000 PSI Hot Water Pressure Washer; 9 HP Honda Pressure Washer; Jack Stands & Floor Jacks; R&D Parts Washer; Air Operated Gear Oil Pump; Etc. TOOLS: Lg. Snap-on Roll Around Toolbox; Lg. Vol. of Snap-on Tools Incl. Standard & Metric Socket Sets, Deep Well, 6 Pt. & 12 Pt., Impact & Chrome; Ratchets & Breaker Bars; Extensions; Swivels & Adapters; Crow’s Feet; Torx Bit Sockets; Hex Sockets; Swivel Sockets, Impact & Chrome, Standard & Metric; Magnetic Extensions; Standard & Metric Line Wrenches; Angle Wrenches; Snap-on Screw & Nut Drivers; Snap-on Combo Wrench Sets 3/8-1”, Standard & Metric, 6 & 12 Pt.; Snap-on Stubbies; Matco Gear & Torque Wrenches; Snap-on Torque Wrenches; Curved, Angle, & Socket Wrenches; Clutch Tools; Spanner Wrench; Pipe Wrenches; Thread Chaser; Pry Bars & Punches; Clutch Adjust. Tool; Pullers; Allen Wrenches; Die Grinder Bits; Tap & Die Sets; Easy Outs; Flaring Tool; Bushing Driver; Vise Grips; Adjust. Wrenches; Motorcycle Timing Gauge; Drill Bits; Filter Wrenches; Exhaust Expansion Tool; ¾” Drive Sockets & Ratchet; Matco Ball Joint Service Set; Snap-on, Blue Point & Matco Pneumatic Tools; Assort. 20V DeWalt Tools (some New); Snap-on & Matco Hammers & Mallets; Axle Nut Sockets; DeWalt Chop Saw; Milwaukee Metal Chop Saw; Craftsman 8” Drill Press; New Milwaukee Hammer Drill; Bolt Bins; + More! LAWN & GARDEN: Lk. New Cub Cadet ZTX S6 60 Z-Turn 85 Hrs.; JD LT180; JD 300 w/48” Deck; JD LX277; JD 318 for Parts; 2 Agri-Fab Trailer Vacs; Log Splitter; Stihl MS 311 Chainsaw; Stihl BG 85 Blower; Home Pro 20-Gal. Sprayer; Etc. MISC.: 2 Haul Master 900 lb. Scaffolding; SS Workbench; Welding Table; (2) 425/65R 22 5 Truck Tires on Alcoa Dura-Bright Rims + Other Tires; Rockwell 10 Sp. Trans; Etc.

NOTE: Don’t miss this must attend auction w/outstanding selection & quality! Partial list! Plenty of parking & great food!

AUCTION ORDER: Starting w/Misc. & Tools. Truck & Boat at Noon.

TERMS: Cash, Good PA Check or Credit Card (w/3% fee). SEE MORE INFO & PHOTOS: www.lhauctionsinc.com Auction For: Gregory J. Reside

6:00 p.m. - Kenneth Reading Estate, 3734 Elizabethtown Rd., Manheim. 3 bedroom country home with attached 2­car garage and a large outdoor shed with an overhead garage door. Hess Auction Group.

THURS., APRIL 236:00 p.m. - The Dale K. Weber Estate, 325 Whitehall Rd., Reinholds. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,876 sq. ft. 2 story, 1.16 acre lot, one owner (1987) custom built home, 2-car garage. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

FRI., APRIL 24 - 5:00

p.m. - Tyler J. and Mallory S. Lanz, 159 Edgewood Dr., New Holland. Country brick 3 bedroom rancher, 3­car garage, 4/10 acre lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., APRIL 25 - 8:30

a.m. - Martin Electric Plant, 280 Pleasant Valley Rd., Ephrata. Martin Electric

From PA-501 between Schaefferstown &

plant inventory reduction, standby and portable generators, trucks, generator, engine and electrical parts, lifts. Beiler­Campbell Auction Services.

SAT., APRIL 25 - 10:00

a.m. - Cathy Harting Weinhold, 130 Resh Rd., Reinholds. Country 2 story 4 bedroom dwelling, 1­car garage, covered deck, 1.2 acres wooded lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

MON., APRIL 27 - 5:00

p.m. - David J. Belz, 435 Westley Rd., Mohnton. 4 bedroom, 2­story home with 3­car garage and pole barn on 2.4 acres. Tools and equipment. Horning Farm Agency, Inc.

TUES., APRIL 28 - 6:00

p.m. - Sarah Ann Landis, 616 Pearl St., Lancaster. Valuable 4 bedroom 2 bath 2 story brick duplex home, detached 2 bay frame garage, excellent investment. Martin

Main Floor Consists of a Country Kitchen,

Full Bath & Laundry. Upper Floor has 3 Bdrms. and Full

Updated Oil Hot Water Furnace, Attached Oversized 1 Car Garage, 24x32

w/ Electric and 10’ H x 16’ W Overhead Door. Level to gentle sloped topography w/sm. pond and fenced-in pasture. Well, On-Site Septic, Heidelberg Twp., ELCO SD, Zoning: Ag, Taxes: $6,239.00.

NOTE: A nice country family property in the Reistville/Prescott area on almost 3 ac. w/the opportunity to have some animals and a newer 2-story shop for your various uses.

OPEN HOUSE: By appointment (call Joel at 717-383-5606).

TERMS: 10% Down at Auction, Balance in 45 Days. SEE MORE INFO & PHOTOS: www.lhauctionsinc.com

Auction For: Caleb J. & Michaela J. Stoltzfoos Attorney: Gibson Law Group (717) 279-8313 WWW.LHAUCTIONSINC.COM

& Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

WED., APRIL 29 - 1:00

p.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, household goods, tools, 2015 Volkswagon Passat and 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 pickup truck. Truck at 6:30 p.m. Horst Auctioneers.

WED., APRIL 29 - 5:00

p.m. - Grace Eileen Weaver, 655 W. Route 897, Reinholds. 1 story 3 bedroom rancher, attached garage, utility building, 9/10 acre rural lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

THURS., APRIL 304:00 p.m. - Todd K. Heffner Estate, 89 Cross Key Rd., Bernville. 1 story 3 bedroom rancher, detached 2­car garage/shop 36x24, 1.03 acre partial fenced. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

THURS., APRIL 306:00 p.m. - Rose Marie Peters, 485 N. Maple St., Ephrata. 3 bedroom, 1 bath dwelling, 2­car garage, 4/10 acre lot. Art Pannebecker and Brad Wolf Auctioneers, Inc.

THURS., APRIL 306:00 p.m. - Linda G. Dixon, 1956 Echo Valley Dr., East Earl. 6.40 acres, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,848 sq. ft. modular rancher, 24’x36’ 2 story 2­car garage/shop, 10’x14’ utility shed. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

THURS., APRIL 306:00 p.m. - Gerald L. Frey Jr., 3206 Bowman Rd., Lancaster. .3 +/­ acre property, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2­car attached garage with a 12’x20’ storage shed. BeilerCampbell Auction Services.

FRI., MAY 1 - 2:00 p.m.

- Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Cataloged antique auction. Horst Auctioneers.

SAT., MAY 2 - 9:00 a.m.

- Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Cataloged antique auction. Horst Auctioneers.

SAT., MAY 2 - 9:00 a.m. - Joanne U. Stoltzfus Estate, 77 Paradise Ln., Ronks. 2 bedroom house, barn, garage, pasture area on 2.2 +/acres. Real estate at 12:00 noon. Beiler­Campbell Auction Services.

TUES., MAY 5 - 6:00 p.m. - Jeffrey K. and Whitney N. Burkholder, 247 & 247­A Church Ave., Ephrata. Two separate houses on 1 deed, .32 acre, 2.5 story brick house, 6 bedrooms, 2­car garage, 2 story frame house, 2 bedrooms, besides bike trail extension. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

WED., MAY 6 - 5:00 p.m.

- Patrick and Kimberly Morgan, 30 Union Ave., New Holland. Spacious 1,800 sq. ft., 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom arts and craft style house with hardwood floors, detached garage on just under 1/2 acre of green grass and mature trees. Patrick Morgan, Auctioneer.

THURS., MAY 7 - 5:00 p.m. - Lois Y. Stirk, 200 W. Main St., Terre Hill. Brick conventional 1,500+ sq. ft. 3 bedroom house with detached 3­car garage. Patrick Morgan, Auctioneer.

THURS., MAY 7 - 6:00 p.m. - Vivian L. Aichele, 521 Hackman Rd., Lititz. Stucco ranch style dwelling with 2­car garage. Horst Auctioneers.

PUBLIC AUCTION

many more generators from rebuilt to usable to repairable to scrap. Motors, Electrical & Plumbing: New Baldor 75HP 3PH motor; 15HP & new 7.5HP Marathon motors; 125HP motor; new drum heater; misc. transfer pumps & motors; new 400 amp circuit breaker enclosures; new 400 amp double throws; large transfer switches; many large & small electrical boxes & panels; lots of large breakers, switches, circuit boards, wires, crimps, conduits, connectors & more; misc AC & DC motors; bearings; very large amount new & used metric & SAE grade 5 & 8 bolts, nuts & other fasteners; many pallets of truck & engine parts, brake pads & drums, starters & alternators, inverters & transformers; mufflers & exhaust pipes, generator & electrical parts, blk. & galv. pipe fi�ngs, rolls hoses, motors & pumps, sprockets & hubs; large valves; new Vbelts; misc. tanks; large steel, SS & PVC pipes; alum. ladder trays for wire/ cables. Misc.: ‘05 Kenworth cab over truck w/reefer box; 40’ Great Dane insulated trailer box (no reefer); Hyster 30K forkli� (no engine) new engine to fit Hyster forkli�; Yale 352 ride on forkli� w/high triple stage mast; Snapco automa�c pallet dispenser;

$5,176.00 +/-.

loans available and Broker par�cipa�on available (with preregistered buyer), please call auc�oneer for details. All informa�on is deemed accurate but not guaranteed. AUCTIONEER REMARKS This ideally located Landisville area property with rare farmland views is 1 mile from Penn State Health and less than 1/2 mile from Hempfield School. The split-level dwelling has an in-law suite type addi�on, 2-car garage and hardwood floors throughout. Mo�vated

THURS., MAY 7 - 6:00

p.m. - John and Judy Burkholder, 1361 Woodland Circle, Denver. 1.5 acre, Colonial 2 story with 3 bedrooms, 2­car attached and detached garage, stunning patio, clean and renovated inside, quiet neighborhood. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

FRI., MAY 8 - 9:00 a.m.

- Chester L. Clair Estate, 35 E. Church St., Reamstown. 2­1/2 story 3 bedroom dwelling, detached 3­car garage 60x24. Real estate at 1:00 p.m. Cars, motorcycle, mower, shop equipment, tools, furniture, primitives, collectibles. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., MAY 9 - 9:00 a.m.

- Marvin and Linda Stoltzfus, 569 Texter Mountain Rd., Robesonia. 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath rancher, heated shop, barn, pasture on 19.65 +/acres. L&H Auctions, Inc.

SAT., MAY 9 - 9:00 a.m.

- Earl W. Althouse Estate, 466 Witmer Rd., Mohnton. Country 1­1/2 story 4 bedroom house, garage, utility building, 1 acre m/l rural lot. Real estate at 1:00 p.m. Personal property, antiques, large collection fishing rods/

equipment. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., MAY 9 - 10:00 a.m.

- Timothy D. and Valerie F. Fox, 2185 Welsh Rd., Mohnton. Country 2­1/2 story 3 bedroom dwelling, 3­car garage/shop 24x36, utility building 12x20, 6.2 acre wooded lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

TUES., MAY 12 - 6:00

p.m. - Keith B. Roberts, 807 Pleasure Rd., Lancaster. Charming 1 bedroom 572 sq. ft. cottage, .12 acre lot, 16’x12’ frame garage/shed, ideal investment. Martin & Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.

WED., MAY 13 - 5:00

p.m. - Miriam W. Martin, 123 Center Ave., Terre Hill. 3 bedroom custom­built ranch home with daylight basement and 5 car garage on .24 acres. Horning Farm Agency, Inc.

THURS., MAY 14 - 4:00

p.m. - B.L. Hess, 2034 Ashville Rd., Quarryville. Country 2­1/2 story 3 bedroom farm house, 2­car garage, misc. outbuildings, 3.9 acres. Satoh tractor, furniture, antiques, personal property, mower. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

PUBLIC AUCTION

CUSTOM 3 BDRM.

Custom bi-level dwl. w/1,497 SF finished area, kitchen w/oak raised panel cabinets & appliances, dining area, spacious living rm. w/picture window, 3 bdrms., 1½ baths, lower level family rm. w/ brick hearth, woodstove, slide door to rear enclosed porch, laundry & bonus rm. (could be 4th bdrm.), baseboard elec. heat, setup for central AC, new roof 2025, built-in 1 car garage all on level 3/10 Acre rural lot w/mature shade. House in need of TLC. Ideally located in well established residential area. Ideal as residence & investment. Convenient location, minutes to Lititz & Manheim. Easy access to Rt. 501 & 772. Personal inspection by appointment or open house April 11 & 18 from 1 to 4 PM. For more detailed information, visit www.klinekreidergood.com. Financing, deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368 & #384426)

Randal V. Kline

Roy E. Good, Jr.

Aaron Z. Nolt

Curvin M. Horning 717-445-4309

Lic. #499, #2116, #5064, #3956

Joseph A. Radesky Estate Fran Baxter., POA: 717-201-6431 www.klinekreidergood.com

PUBLIC AUCTION

2 BR STONE FARMHOUSE, BARN/SHOP AND PASTURES ON 3.89 ACRES ELVERSON/GLENMOORE AREA

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 5:00 P.M.

LOCATION: 280 Mapleflower Road, Glenmoore, PA 19343

THURS., MAY 14 - 6:00

p.m. - Paul and Vivian Hunt, 827 Hornig Rd., Lancaster. Conestoga Valley 2 acre property with custom built home. Hess Auction Group.

FRI., MAY 15 - 4:00 p.m.

- Donald W. Smith, 6276 Criswell Rd., Honey Brook. Country 1­1/2 story 4 bedroom dwelling, 3­car garage, utility building, 3.8 acres. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

SAT., MAY 16 - 9:00 a.m.

- Douglas E. Orfanella, 1125 Slate Hill Rd., Quarryville. Country 2­1/2 story 4 bedroom farm house, barn, garage, shop, outbuildings, 3.69 acres. Real estate at 2:00 p.m. Personal property, furniture, antiques, glassware, tools, equipment, tractors. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

THURS., MAY 21 - 5:00

p.m. - Walter R. and Sara S. Bushong, 77 Glendale Dr., Lancaster. 1 story brick 4 bedroom rancher, 2­car garage, level lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

FRI., MAY 22 - 4:00 p.m.

- Edward N. Martin Estate, 632 Farmersville Rd., New Holland. Country brick 3 bedroom rancher, attached 2­car garage, 4/10 acre rural lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

WED., MAY 27 - 5:00 p.m. - Craig D. and Stacy L. Dieffenbach, 339 S. Market St., Newmanstown. 2­1/2 story 3 bedroom farm house, 32x42 garage/shop building, 12x24 utility/garage, rural 1 acre lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

THURS., MAY 28 - 4:00 p.m. - Dean M. Yarnall Estate, 3697 Newark Rd., Cochranville. Country brick 3 bedroom rancher, 2­car garage, garage/shop building, horse barn with 4 stalls, 5 acres m/l. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

FRI., MAY 29 - 5:00 p.m.

- Ronald G. and Rosalie O. Kreider, 51 Stevens Rd., Stevens. 2­1/2 story 6 bedroom dwelling, 6/10 acre lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.

PUBLIC AUCTION

1½ STY. BRICK 4 BDRM. DWL. 1 CAR GAR. – (2) UTILITY

1½ sty. house w/1654 SF finished area, eat-in kitchen w/range & pantry, living rm. w/bow window, 1st floor laundry, 4 bdrms., 1½ baths, daylight bsmt. w/brick fireplace hearth, oil HW heat, generator hookup, narrow gauge oak hardwood flooring, low maintenance exterior w/insulated/tilt windows, covered side porch, built-in 1 car garage & (2) utility sheds, 8/10 ACRE rural lot w/macadam driveway. Zoned Open Space.

Owner has moved to retirement quarters & motivated to sell! Ideally located custom well-built house. Minutes to Schoeneck, Denver, Cocalico, Rts. 272, 897 & Turnpike. Personal inspection by appointment or open house April 11 & 18 from 1 to 4 PM. For more detailed information, visit www.klinekreidergood.com. Financing, deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368 & #384426)

Randal V. Kline

Roy E. Good, Jr.

Aaron Z. Nolt

Curvin M. Horning

717-445-4309 Lic. #499, #2116, #5064, #3956

Melvin C. Schmeck, Sr. Mel Jr., POA: 717-278-2022 www.klinekreidergood.com

DEEDS RECORDED

The following were recorded at the Lancaster County Recorder of Deeds office from March 26 to April 1:

Adamstown Borough

John I. Schannauer and Denise L. Schannauer conveyed property on Michael Lane to Jennifer Redden for $349,900.

Akron Borough

Ruth A. Buffenmyer conveyed property on South Tenth Street to Ruth A. Buffenmyer and Timothy Buffenmyer for $1.

The Ambrose P. Bard Estate conveyed property on South Tenth Street to Ruth A. Buffenmyer for $1.

Brecknock Township

Cornerstone Baptist Church of Denver conveyed property on Lauschtown Road to

Cornerstone Baptist Church of Denver for $1.

Cornerstone Baptist Church of Denver conveyed property on Lauschtown Road to Brecknock Properties for $1. Brecknock Properties conveyed property on Lauschtown Road to Cornerstone Baptist Church of Denver for $1.

Cornerstone Baptist Church of Denver conveyed property on Lauschtown Road to Brecknock Properties for $1. Allen G. Hoover and Rachel B. Hoover conveyed property on Willow Street to Justin R. Hoover and Sheri Hoover for $1.

Denver Borough

The Edwin L. Engle and Ferne M. Engle Revocable Living Trust conveyed property on Maple Street to Canafas LLC for $325,000.

Earl Township

James R. Keefer conveyed property on Daisy Drive to Michael L. Roth and Diana

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Kline Roy E. Good, Jr. Aaron Z. Nolt Curvin M. Horning 717-733-1006 Lic. #499,

REAL ESTATE: Home built in 1732 w/approx. 1,592 SF. Main Floor: Enclosed porch; Kit. with gas range, fridge, D/W, mini split & W/D hook-up; FR w/propane stove; LR w/large stone hearth and wood-burning FP insert; DR w/stone wood-burning FP. Second Floor: Primary BR w/mini split & wood-burning FP; Full bath. Third Floor: Second BR w/mini split. Basement w/oil hot-air heat. On-site well & septic. In-ground pool; pool house w/screened porch & bathroom. 2 Sty. barn/shop (16’x21’) w/ elec. and water, 2 attached horse stables (13’x17’) & equip./hay storage (10’x30’) & fenced pastures.

NOTE: Full of history and character, this unique property blends traditional farmhouse charm w/modern comfort on a peaceful setting. Exposed beams and stone walls, and 14-inch-deep windowsills w/newer Pella windows throughout. The 2.2 acre lot adjacent to the property will be available to the buyer for purchase.

OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, April 11 (1-3 p.m.) or anytime by appt., call 610-286-5183.

TERMS: 10% down day of sale; settlement within 45 days of sale. Glick, Goodley, Deibler & Fanning LLP. Terms by: Robert J. and Margaret G. Dunleavy.

30 Buttonwood Dr., Lititz, PA 17543. From Lititz, Rt. 772 W. Left Green Acre Rd. Right Buttonwood Dr. to property on right. (Warwick

130 Resh Rd., Reinholds. Rt. 897 N. to Reinholds. Right N. Ridge Rd. Left Resh Rd. Property on left.

735 Greenville Rd., Denver, PA 17517. Rt. 272 S. to Denver/ Reamstown light. Right W. Church St. Right N. 6th St. Left Poplar St. Right Greenville Rd. to property on left. (W. Cocalico Twp.,

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L. Roth for $400,000.

Craig A. Lowry conveyed property on New Holland Road to Craig A. Lowry for $1.

East Cocalico Township

The Elizabeth G. Snader Estate conveyed property in East Cocalico Township to CSW Holdings LLC for $360,000.

Tyler J. Stief and Jennifer M. Stief conveyed property on Ingham Drive to Brian E. Williams, Lori L Williams and Nathan Williams for $395,000.

Danielle Burkholder and Matthew Robert Burkholder conveyed property on North Reamstown Road to Jeremy T. Houck and Ashley A. Houck for $425,000.

Amalie G. Sweed and Royce J. Sweed conveyed property on South Reamstown Road to M&A Fox Solutions LLC for $300,000.

The Anthony F. Rice Estate conveyed property on Pfautz

PUBLIC AUCTION

Hill Road to Wanda D. Oberholtzer for $325,000.

The Charles A. Leid Estate conveyed property on Jason Avenue to Garrett Fjeld and Kylie Fjeld for $365,000.

East Earl Township

Owen L. McLaughlin III and Sylvia A. McLaughlin conveyed property on Main Street to Amos J. Lapp for $1.

Weaverland View LLC conveyed property in East Earl Township to Joshua Holt for $419,000.

Ephrata Borough

Valley View Capital LLC conveyed property on East Fulton Street to Luis J. Pujols Pujols for $360,000.

Valley View Capital LLC conveyed property on Park Avenue to Joshua M. Haldeman for $313,500.

Kirk C. Spero conveyed property on Gregg Circle to Helena M. Morales­Sanchez for $234,900.

The Dale Martin Estate conveyed property on Timothy

Lane to Gina Gatto for $325,000.

Paul H. Mull conveyed property on Washington Avenue to Vincenzo Russo for $140,000.

The Barbara D. Mertz Estate conveyed property on West Sunset Avenue to William M. Kauffman and Brittney Kauffman for $370,000.

Gary O. Coover, Gary F. Coover and Jenna M. Coover conveyed property on Lake Street to Gary F. Coover and Jenna M. Coover for $1.

Patti A. Brubaker conveyed property on West Main Street to Martin Properties Holding Group LLC for $1.

The John Douglas Lehn Estate conveyed property on Spruce Street to Janice L. Long and Forrest A. Long for $265,000.

Ephrata Township

Douglas C. Bozung and Alicia I. Bozung conveyed property on Eastbrooke Drive to John Zitto and Brianna Michelle Reidel for $420,000.

PUBLIC AUCTION

John W. Groff and Teresa L. Groff conveyed property on Valley View Drive to James N. Zimmerman and Lois A. Zimmerman for $585,000.

Zachary C. Rosario and Catherine A. Wisniewski conveyed property on Tyler Drive to Brianna Henriquez and Christian Henriquez for $510,000.

Steven R. Oswald conveyed property in Ephrata Township to Ariel Rivera and Madeline Rivera Montanez for $388,000.

Lititz Borough

Carol L. Zartman conveyed property on West End Avenue to Samuel Sorensen and Kailey McDonald for $600,000.

John M. King conveyed property on North Locust Street to Roy K. Shaffer and Christine Marrs for $215,000.

Kevin P. McBride conveyed property on East Main Street to Ethan P. Quint and Alison N. Fetter for $800,000.

Evan J. Costello conveyed property on North Cedar Street to Monumental Prop­

erty Endeavors LLC for $408,000.

The Sheriff of Lancaster County conveyed property on South Cedar Street to Valley View Capital LLC for $252,000.

New Holland Borough

Maria J. Sholly conveyed property on Brimmer Avenue to Shane Neiffer for $310,000.

Stanley C. Graybill and Cheryl P. Graybill conveyed

on or before June 16, 2026. 2% transfer tax to be paid by the buyer. Real estate taxes to be prorated from se�lement day. Annual Taxes $3,018.00 +/-. Bridge loans and Broker par�cipa�on (with pre-registered buyer) available. All informa�on is deemed accurate but not guaranteed.

AUCTIONEER REMARKS An ideal 2.2-acre country loca�on bordering Pequea Creek with lots of privacy. Dwelling has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, kitchen, dining & family rooms. Also, full finished daylight basement w/ stone fireplace. Property also has a 26’x35’ barn with an addi�on, large pasture or yard area, like new storage shed and inground pool. www.beiler-campbellauc�ons.com or www.auc�onzip.com or www.gotoauc�on.com

Sellers: Joanne U. Stoltzfus Estate • David Stoltzfus Executor A�orney: Goodman & Kenneff 717-872-4605

717-371-1915

in kit. w/lots of counter space, serving bar w/seating, fridge, foyer area; 3 BRs; full bath w/walk-in shower and W&D. 2nd Floor: Master suite w/large walk-in closet & full bath. Basement: Finished rec room w/woodburning stove (w/water jacket), wet bar w/mini fridge, half bath, utility room, outside exit, & heated workshop. Outbuildings: 30’x46’ detached 3-car garage (one bay w/9’x9’ door) w/attached 15’x48’ pole barn (14’6”x 12’ opening) & woodshed.

OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, April 11 & 18 (1-3 p.m.) or by appt., call 610-286-5183.

NOTE: Newer windows throughout. All utilities recently updated. Oil hot air heat. Stove w/water jacket heats shop & provides alt. heat for 1st floor BRs. Tools & equip. sold after Real Estate. TERMS: 10% down day of sale; settlement within 45 days of sale. Terms by: David J Belz. Attorneys Glick, Goodley, Deibler and Fanning LLP. See Website for Inventory List!

attached 20x22 2-bay garage w/man door; covered 6x28 front porch; upper level full bath w/double sink & linen closet; BR #1) 12x15 w/closet; BR #2) 13x11.5 w/closet; BR #3) 12x12 w/closet; hall linen closet; 1,092 sq. ft. unfinished insulated daylight basement area; utility area 23x13 w/LP furnace/central AC; 1000 gallon LP tank; electric water heater; central vac; 200 amp svc.; 2 wells & on-site septic; annual taxes: $6,432. OPEN HOUSE: SAT., APRIL 11 FROM 1-3 PM. For info., call/text auctioneer at (717) 371-3333.

TERMS: $30,000 down day of sale, balance in 60 days. Attorney: Nevin D. Beiler (717) 287-1688.

NOTE: Move-in ready one-owner maintenance free 2-story brick home on a partially wooded rural lot along a quite country road yet close to all conveniences. Large private rear deck offers a peaceful place to relax and enjoy nature! Nice macadam driveway & parking area. For photos & complete listing, visit www.martinandrutt.com

OR From

Custom 1½ story Cape Cod house w/2,367

storage & utility shed 10x14, ½ ACRE rural corner lot w/macadam driveway & rear lawn area. Owners relocating to a farm out of county & motivated to sell! Ideally located custom clean, well maintained 4 bedroom house. A must see to appreciate! Move-in condition. Convenient location, minutes to Lititz, Brickerville & Manheim w/easy access to Rts. 322 & 501. Personal inspection by appointment or open house April 11 from 1 to 4 PM. For more detailed information, visit www.klinekreidergood.com. Financing, deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368 & 384426)

Randal V. Kline

Roy E. Good, Jr. Aaron Z. Nolt

Curvin M. Horning

717-606-2226

Lic. #499, #2116, #5064, #3956

Javan L. & Cristie F. Martin 717-344-2834 www.klinekreidergood.com

brick rancher offers desirable one-floor living, move-in ready, nice private backyard w/pool ideal for entertaining! After 55 years at this location, sellers are relocating to retirement facility. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this beautiful rural rancher! FOR PHOTOS & DETAILS, VISIT www.martinandrutt.com PERSONAL PROPERTY AT 9: Nice GE washer & dryer; SS fridge (NEW); chest freezer; white fridge; HONDA 3000 generator (NICE); Snap-on 2000 psi pressure washer; TORO 28” snow blower, electric start; air compressor; battery powered STIHL weed trimmer, hedge trimmer & blower (like new); ext. table w/6 chairs, hutch & server; matching green sofa & chair; dark gray La-Z-Boy sofa;

Newport

into Elm. Right W. Brubaker Valley Rd. to property on right.

Brickerville take Rt. 501 S. Right W. Brubaker Valley Rd. to property on left. (Elizabeth Twp., Lanc. Co.)

Direc�ons: From Rt. 30, South onto Paradise Lane, to auc�on on right.

property on East Main Street to Stanley C. Graybill II for $1.

Upper Leacock Township Cash Flo LLC conveyed property on North Plum Street to Trent McBride for $292,500.

Legacy Investment LLC conveyed property on Holly Drive to the Legacy Grove Irrevocable Trust for $1.

Enos S. Beiler and Martha K. Beiler conveyed in Upper Leacock Township to Samuel K. Fisher and Emma K. Fisher for $1.

Donald E. Beckner conveyed property on Locust Lane to Joel Fisher and Linda Marie Fisher for $295,000.

Warwick Township

Robert A. Tangert conveyed property on Moorland Court to Martha M. Hilty for $335,000. The Shirley A. Snader Estate conveyed property on Justin Court to Timothy Orr and Kay Orr for $324,900.

Natalie N. Sitnikov conveyed property on Heron Road to Sheng Chang for $341,000.

William A. Johnson and Danielle Johnson conveyed property on Saybrooke Drive to Stoked 4 Homes LLC for $375,000.

Derek A. Salmi and Tara L. Salmi conveyed property on Rothsville Station Road to Jordan Scott Eberman and

William Jeffery Eberman for $575,000.

The Dale B. Kreider Revocable Living Trust conveyed property in Warwick Township to Gail A. Daullary and David D. Kreider for $1.

West Earl Township

Joshua Younger and Heather Younger conveyed property on Vanderbilt Drive to Heather Younger for $1.

William Harold Snader and Cheryl Ann Snader conveyed property on Robin Dale Drive to Adrian Love and Lisa Albano for $410,000.

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PUBLIC AUCTION

DIRECTIONS: From Rt. 23 (Main St.) take S. Diller Ave. to left on W. Fulton St. to right on Stoever Dr. to right on S. Yund.

REAL ESTATE: Consists of a 1,696 sq. ft. one-owner custom-built (1992) 4-bedroom 2.5-bath 2-story brick & vinyl home w/2-car garage on a .21-acre lot at cul-de-sac. Main floor features a 17x11 raised panel cherry cabinetry kitchen w/appliances & center island, pantry, laundry, breakfast nook w/access to private rear deck; open to 20x12 family room w/HW floor & gas FP w/brick hearth; 11x11 formal dining room w/HW floor; 13.5x15 living room w/HW floor; open foyer & powder room; attached 20x21 2-car garage; upper level BR #1) 12x14 w/WIC & full bath; BR #2) 11x13 w/closet; BR #3) 10x12 w/closet; BR #4) 19x12 w/closet & under eave storage; 749 sq. ft. unimproved basement w/14x18 work shop; gas heat pump/central AC; gas water heater; 200 amp svc.; public water, sewer & gas; annual taxes: $4,231. OPEN HOUSE: For info., call/text auctioneer at (717) 371-3333. TERMS: $30,000 down day of sale, balance in 60 days. Attorney: Glick, Goodley, Deibler & Fanning LLP (717) 354-7700.

NOTE: Beautiful well-maintained one-owner 2-story home located at the end of a quiet cul-desac bordering rural New Holland farmland. Move-in ready condition, a “must-see” property! This auction is held to settle the estate. FOR PHOTOS & DETAILS, VISIT www.martinandrutt.com

CAR: 2013 Toyota Camry LE sedan, 23K original miles, dark gray, power loaded, garage kept vehicle, VIN #4T4BF1FK2DR301911.

GUNS & FISHING: Springfield 1903 30.06 bolt-action rifle; Savage mod 4-C bolt-action .22-cal. rifle w/scope; RARE 1908 Steyr Mannlicher/Schoenaur 8x56 bolt-action rifle; RARE 1850s Pin-fire revolver; Iver Johnson .45cal. 8-shot revolver (parts); (GUNS STORED OFFSITE) 5 fishing rods; lures & tackle box loaded.

PERSONAL PROPERTY: Blue decorated crocks & jugs; blue banded yellow ware bowls (nice); 2 Whirlpool upright freezers; Whirlpool washer & dryer; Howard piano (nice); cherry hutch & dropleaf table w/4 chairs; dinette set; sofa & chair; 2 double beds; 2 maple high chests; antique slant front desk; bookcase; Schwinn treadmill (good); pine washstand; 2 wooden rockers; tin punched pie safe; mini blanket chest; gingerbread mantel clock; repro. radio; quilts & blankets; antique silver caddy; splint baskets; kitchen & baking items; 2 dinnerware sets; etc.

GARAGE/SHOP ITEMS: 10” Delta table saw; 4” jointer; 2 shop vacs; lots of power & hand tools; tool box; Honda 21” SP mower; Snapper 21” snow blower;

Stay Safe On The Road With These Defensive Driving Techniques

Driving

to a reliable vehicle. However, soon after the “new car smell” of that freshly minted license wears off, motorists may realize that many roads can be chaotic and populated by erratic drivers. Defensive driving strategies can help any motorist feel safe on the road, and it can help anyone to revisit a defensive approach from time to time. What is defensive driving?

The insurance firm Progressive notes defensive drivers employ techniques that can reduce accident risk. These techniques promote alertness, a recognition among drivers of the significance of controlling what they can, and a commitment to always expect the unexpected. The crux of defensive driving is realizing not everyone else drives well. Aggressive drivers are hazards, as are those who are distracted behind the wheel. Driving defensively serves to mitigate some of these hazards. All good kids like milk? There are various defensive driving techniques, and various driving schools or organizations may promote their own. Harold L. Smith was a World War II veteran who founded the Smith System® driving school in 1952. Smith felt that driving schools only taught how to mechanically operate vehicles, not how to drive safely to avoid accidents. Smith’s system uses the

mnemonic “all good kids like milk,” which refers to:

• Aim high in steering: Look ahead a minimum of 15 seconds to scan the road. At 60 miles per hour you want to look a quarter-mile ahead. This helps you make timely decisions.

• Get the big picture: Keep a minimum following distance by picking a fixed object ahead and making sure you’re at least seven seconds away. In addition, scan mirrors every few seconds.

• Keep your eyes moving:

Avoid focusing on one object for more than a few seconds. Driving on autopilot or under “highway hypnosis” is dangerous.

• Leave yourself an out: The “space cushion” terminology is something you may have heard. You always want to anticipate potential hazards and ensure a way to avoid them; otherwise, you

may be forced to make a quick, and potentially dangerous, decision.

• Make sure they see you: Drivers who can’t see you may make their own maneuvers thinking the coast is clear. Try to make eye contact with other drivers, use headlights, your horn, and signal your intentions. Take a defensive driving course

You can follow the Smith method outlined here or enroll in a defensive driving course to further hone your skills behind the wheel. Also, it may be worth it to check with your insurance provider to see if taking a defensive driving course will qualify you for a discount on your automotive policy.

Defensive driving is important, as it can keep drivers and their passengers safe and potentially prevent accidents and injuries.

The days when buying a used car was akin to a game of chance are largely a relic of the past. Though it’s still possible that used car buyers could end up with a lemon, the pre-owned vehicle market has changed dramatically and for the better over the last couple of decades.

One of the more notable changes surrounding used vehicles over the last 20 years is the rise of certified pre-owned cars and trucks, or CPOs. The COVID-19 pandemic affected sales of

CPOs in 2020, but the vehicle transaction experts at Cox Automotive™ report that more than a quarter million CPOs were sold in May of 2019.

First-time car buyers or those accustomed to purchasing new vehicles can learn more about CPOs before buying their next cars or trucks. Such knowledge may help them make the most informed decision possible before they sign on the dotted line and drive their next vehicle off the lot.

What sets CPOs apart from other used cars?

The auto industry data aggregator Black Book notes that CPOs tend to have low mileage and clean accident histories. It’s possible,

though unlikely, that vehicles that don’t meet such criteria could be designated as CPOs.

Another significant difference between CPOs and

more traditional used cars is that the former tend to be sold with extended manufacturers’ warranties. Certified pre-owned vehicle buyers also may be offered

perks similar to those offered to new car buyers, such as free roadside assistance or complementary satellite radio service, for a predetermined period of time.

While it may seem like a no brainer for used car buyers to purchase CPOs, the consumer advocacy experts at Consumer Reports suggest that the decision is more complicated. Analysts at CR have suggested that the biggest advantage to CPOs is their extended warranties, which can be expensive. Having a vehicle inspected by a private mechanic consumers trust prior to purchase may be a better way for budgetconscious car buyers to allocate their funds than

purchasing a CPO simply because of its extended warranty. If the mechanic gives the vehicle a clean bill of health, consumers can then rest easy knowing they exercised their due diligence and did so without having to pay for a potentially costly extended warranty. Ultimately, the decision is up to buyers, who can conduct a cost analysis to determine just how much they might save (or not save) when purchasing a CPO or a noncertified used vehicle.

Certified pre-owned vehicles are an option car buyers can consider prior to purchasing their next car or truck.

Follow These Six Travel Tips To Help You Enjoy Your Next Driving Vacation

Modern

reasons people often give for not vacationing is that travel costs too much. A 2024 summer travel report from Deloitte Insights found that after two years of strong gains in the travel sector, Americans were planning fewer trips in 2024 than a year prior, with travelers indicating the high cost of travel as their reasons for staying home. A driving vacation, otherwise known as a road trip,

can reduce the cost of travel and may amplify the fun. These tips can make for a safe, enjoyable and memorable trip.

• Get a vehicle checkup. If you’ll be relying on your personal vehicle, then it is best to ensure that everything is in good working order. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration offers a Recalls Look-up Tool to check to see if your vehicle has any critical safety issues. It’s also best to make sure that tires are in good shape and filled to the manufacturer’s recommended pressure. Double check all fluids and get an oil change if it is close to the time of service.

travel, particularly during weeks when children are off from school. It’s important to book campgrounds or other lodging well in advance if you’re planning to visit popular places like national parks and other tourist-heavy areas.

• What’s the destination? Some people find that road

trips are fun even without a predetermined destination in mind. A handful of smaller stops can make for a fun, spontaneous trip. Maybe you want to drive a classic roadway like Route 66? Or take to a scenic coastal roadway like the Pacific Coast Highway or Route 1 along the eastern seaboard? Choose a destination that suits your budget.

• Consider a travel club

membership. Membership in programs like AAA or AARP enable members to get discounts on various travel services, such as car rentals or hotel stays. Members may be eligible for percentages off on meals at popular restaurant chains.

• Be realistic about mileage goals. Some drivers may be on autopilot and fall into commuting habits of trying to get from point A to point B in the least amount of time. Slowing down to take in the scenery can make a trip more enjoyable. AARP also says to be mindful of the personal needs and abilities of drivers. Sharing the load of driving can make it possible to cover more miles in less time.

Membership in these programs may help to save money.

• Plan early. Spring and summer are popular times to

• Hit a few quirky or local attractions. The best way to see the country is to take in what’s unique along the way. Although a stop at a popular fast food chain might save time, it won’t offer the same memories as visiting a local haunt or roadside attraction.

Tips For Car Buyers When Considering Purchasing A Preowned Vehicle

Car buyers looking to save money can turn to preowned cars when they first start shopping around. Preowned cars aren’t what they were a few generations ago. Many are backed by similar warranties as new vehicles, and can be very reliable and affordable options.

According to U.S. News and World Report, the average transaction price for a new vehicle is around $50,000. For many, that kind of expense is simply out of reach. The average price for a preowned vehicle is about $27,000, marking a considerable difference. The majority of used vehicles available at dealerships are lease turn-ins. Car and Driver says the average lease term for a vehicle is 36 months. And most lease terms limit the number of miles a driver can put on the vehicle to anywhere from 10,000 to 15,000 per year. Buyers who are purchasing

preowned vehicles that are lease turn-ins may find young vehicles that have low mileage for relatively affordable prices. It is important to have a strategy in place when

buying a preowned vehicle. These tips can help customers navigate the ins and outs of the preowned market.

• Establish your budget. As with any other major pur-

chase, determine just how much you can afford to spend. Edmunds says it’s a good idea to cap your car payment at 10 percent of your take-home pay. If you are on a tighter budget and anticipate extra work to get

the used vehicle road-ready, reduce that percentage even more.

• Consider more than one brand. Although you may have a brand preference, be flexible. Certain brands like Honda, Toyota and Subaru may cost more because they are fan favorites. Expand the possibilities to find a vehicle with the features you desire that also comes in on budget.

• Compare prices. Prices may be affected by where the vehicle is located. Typically you’ll spend the least if you buy from a private seller. Dealerships who offer certified preowned vehicles often command the most money, but these vehicles tend to be backed by certifications and limited warranties.

• Get a copy of the vehicle history report. A vehicle history report can tell you a lot about the vehicle. Kelley Blue Book says a VHR can

list how many people owned the vehicle; indicate if the vehicle has been involved in an accident; reveal if the mileage shown on the odometer is accurate; if the vehicle has been kept up-todate with inspections; and if the vehicle is considered a lemon. A VHR will not indicate the overall condition or wear-and-tear level.

• Test drive with a mechanic. If possible, bring a mechanic along on a test drive or when you first check out the vehicle. He or she can provide expertise and help you avoid a potential misstep when buying.

• Gauge comfort and looks. Just as you would before purchasing a new vehicle, determine if a preowned car or truck fits your style, needs and comfort levels.

Buying a preowned vehicle takes a little extra work, but it can be worth it in cost savings.

How You Can Reduce Your Risk Of Being Involved In An Auto Accident

Driving a car or truck is part of daily life for most people. Commutes to work or school, leisure trips or time spent behind the wheel as part of a profession compel people to drive each and every day. Although most trips to the office or the store are uneventful, the risk that something may go awry is present any time a person gets behind the wheel, and drivers need to plan accordingly.

The National Center for Statistics and Analysis says there were approximately 16,200 automotive accidents per day in the United States in 2022, the most recent year for data. This number has steadily risen over the last decade and may be attributable to a number of factors, including increased vehicle usage. Though accidents occur every day, drivers can take steps to

reduce their risk of being involved in one.

Stick to the Speed Limit

Speed limits are posted on roadways for a reason. Exceeding speed limits significantly increases the risk of getting into an accident, and many accidents are directly related to speeding.

Slowing down can make roadways safer.

Eliminate Distractions Smartphones, GPS devices, passengers, pets in the car, or anything that causes a person to take his or her eyes off of the road, even for mere seconds, can increase the risk of being in an auto accident. Accident Care and Treatment Center, Inc. says distracted driving is the primary cause of car accidents each year. Smartphones are a modern distraction, and keeping phones turned off and out of reach can keep drivers safer.

Change Your Perception

It is important to think of a car or truck as what it truly is: 3,000 pounds or more of fast-moving metal that can cause a lot of damage. Those who do not drive responsibly, or feel they are invincible

behind the wheel, could be on a crash course for an auto accident. Treating a vehicle with respect is a must.

Leave a Space Cushion

Tailgating and aggressive driving maneuvers that do not leave an adequate distance between vehicles can compound the problem of accidents. Travelers in-

surance company urges drivers to stay at least three seconds behind the vehicle ahead of them, and longer for those driving heavier vehicles. The timing also should be extended when weather conditions are bad.

A significant cushion enables drivers to stop safely or maneuver around to avoid an accident.

Improve Visibility

A cracked or dirty windshield or dim headlights can diminish visibility. Being able to see and be seen when on the road is a major contributor to accident risk reduction.

Brush up on Skills

Newly minted licensed drivers and older drivers may need a driving skills refresher course. Oftentimes learning how to avoid accidents comes down to experience and defensive driving techniques. Those who feel they may need a little extra practice can enroll in a course. An additional upside is that such a course also can help reduce insurance premiums.

Know Your Limitations

Geico notes the risk of a fatal crash is three times higher at night than in the day for every mile driven. Although it may not be possible to avoid nighttime driving entirely, limiting it, particularly for those who have challenges seeing at night or in dim conditions, can help reduce accident risk. The same can be said for staying off of roads in inclement weather.

Don’t Drive Impaired Driving while under the influence of drugs (both illegal and prescription), alcohol and/or other substances greatly increases accident risk. Various strategies can help drivers reduce their risk of being involved in auto accidents.

A number of factors are involved in keeping a vehicle functioning and looking good. Ensuring a vehicle interior is clean and tidy is easily overlooked, but such efforts can improve the driving experience.

Drivers who want their cars and trucks to look their best should not forget their vehicle interiors. Drivers unsure where to start can spruce up their vehicle interiors in the following ways.

• Remove any trash. Wrappers, receipts, empty water bottles, and other items can quickly pile up inside a car, especially for drivers who have young children. Routinely go through the vehicle to gather and remove debris.

• Vacuum the interior. Start off with a can of compressed air and blow out dust and any other dirt that has accumulated in tight crevices. Then use a highpowered vacuum to conduct a thorough cleaning. Pay attention to the seams of car

seats, door handles, armrests, floor mats (and under them), underneath child safety seats, and the trunk or cargo area. If you don’t have a vacuum with a lot of suction, utilize one at a do-it-yourself car wash location.

• Scrub floor mats. Drivers with rubber mats can remove them and make a mild cleaning solution of a few drops of dish soap and warm water. Use a soft-bristled brush to clean the mats.

Upholstered mats can be shampooed using a carpet cleaner. Then rinse and hang to dry. All mats should be completely dry before being returned to the vehicle.

• Clean the upholstery. Seats can get dirty and dingy over time. For cloth vehicle seats, use a proper spray or foam upholstery cleaner. All-purpose cleaner can work on vinyl seats, but leather seats require a special leather soap and conditioner. Avoid products with silicone, which can stain your clothes and may make interior surfaces too slippery.

• Address glass surfaces. Turn your attention to the windshield, windows and mirrors. You can use a storebought glass cleaner on

these surfaces and a lint-free cloth. Avoid products containing ammonia, which may damage tinting on windows.

• Consider lingering odors. If the interior of the car has an odor, the cabin air filter may need to be changed, or there may be water entering the vehicle somewhere and creating a musty smell. Seek out any problems and address. A car air freshener can further improve the interior smell.

A thorough deep cleaning can be done at least once a month to keep a vehicle’s interior fresh and clean. However, keeping up with interior cleaning and maintenance by doing small jobs regularly will reduce the need for routine deep cleaning.

The Art Of The Deal

Whether you buy a new or used vehicle, it pays to know how to bargain. Car dealers are generally masters at it. You can be, too, if you follow these tips.

• Be knowledgeable

Do your homework before you enter the dealership. Research the value of the car, review as many car value reports as possible and compare prices across the board. That way, you will know whether the car you have your eye on is priced too high.

• Be timely

Go at a good time. The best time to bargain is during a major sales event or at the end of the month or quarter when prices are extremely flexible. Stop by when the

salespeople have more time to talk, usually early in the morning or late at night.

• Be quiet Silence is your best weapon in the negotiation process. Explain that you are interested in buying the car and then let the dealer talk. Do not start off the conversation with a number. Let the dealer do that and go from there. Never say more than you need to, as silence can often lead to concessions.

• Be respectful Respect is everything when it comes to bargaining. You won’t get the price you want if you act hostile, take

an accusatory tone or refuse to budge. Listen to what the dealer has to say and respond with grace, tact and appreciation when necessary.

• Be patient Don’t expect to seal the deal in a few minutes. It takes time to work up to a satisfying price. Take your time to work through the negotiation process carefully, else you could wind up paying far more than you wanted to.

• Be strong Don’t crumble under the pressure to buy. Know what you can afford and stick to it.

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Useful Tips When Driving In Busy Cities

Urban environments beckon millions of people. In addition to being home to various industries, city centers tend to feature museums, shopping, sightseeing, and much more.

Although public transportation might be the simplest way to get into and around a city, some metropolitan areas feature inadequate public transit systems, leaving visitors with no choice but to drive.

Driving in metropolitan areas is unlike driving in suburban or rural locations. City driving presents a unique set of challenges. These tips can help drivers unaccustomed to being behind the wheel in urban environments.

Expect slower speeds

Driving on city streets is

unlike driving on open highways or suburban roads. A greater number of vehicles leads to more cramped, slow-moving roads. Furthermore, there likely will be more traffic signals, which will do their part to slow down traffic even further.

Watch for pedestrians

Pedestrians typically have the right of way. Urban areas have an abundance of walkers, cyclists and others crossing intersections and sharing the road. It’s important to be mindful of your surroundings because one never knows when a pedestrian might dart out.

Avoid rush hour

If possible, avoid driving in cities during rush hours, which occur twice per day. Lunchtime also can be busy. According to DrivingTests.

org, rush hour peaks between 7:00 and 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. Drivers who venture into the city during these times likely will be met with gridlock and even slower travel.

Know where you’re going

Utilize GPS systems and check maps and addresses before departing to have a good idea of the destination. Cities have many streets and one wrong turn can get you stuck in more traffic. Some cities employ one-way streets, so watch where you’re going. Pay attention to signs as well, as they may indicate no left turns at certain hours.

Be patient

The extra commotion and traffic can be tiresome.

Leave plenty of extra time to get to your destination so

that you’re not exacerbating your stress by worrying that you’re going to be late. Get sufficient rest and don’t drive hungry, as hunger can lead to anxiety.

Plan for parking

In addition to knowing the route, get a good idea of where to park the car in the metropolitan area. Cities have unique parking regulations, including metered parking. Plus, popular points of interest may draw many visitors competing for a limited number of on-street parking spots. It may be worth it to park in a private or public lot/garage. Spot Hero, Secure-a-Spot and ParKing are just a few of the parking assistance apps that enable drivers to find and secure parking in advance.