CILLO’S ANTIQUES AND COINS
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Cillo’s Antiques and Coins has literally tens of thousands of items for sale.
Located at 2 W. Fourth St. Williamsport, the store has items ranging from coins to jewelry to vintage toys and also offers cash for gold, silver and coins. For 15 years Cillo’s has manned the corner of Fourth and Market streets, where they have acquired a plethora of stock from clients, trading everything from broken jewelry to rare coins.
Cillo’s Antiques a staple in downtown Williamsport
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Cillo’s Antiques and Coins would like to give special thanks to anyone from the community, who has given them the opportunity to buy precious metals. Located at 2 W. Fourth St. Williamsport, they offer cash paid on the spot for broken, unwanted gold and silver jewelry, sterling flatware, coins, bullion, costume jewelry, old watches, gold teeth, precious metals of any kind and desirable antiques or collectibles. For at least 15 years, Cillo’s has
operated on the corner of Fourth and Market streets. Over that time, they have acquired a vast array of items you can find in their showroom. Some examples include: stoneware, guitars, ladies sterling jewelry, watches, books, primitive decor and much, much more.
Cillo’s is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m and closed on Sundays. For more information about items bought and sold, call 570-3279272.
VAN CAMPEN MOTORS
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Van Campen Motors in downtown Williamsport offers the latest cars from Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram. The company was originally founded in 1954 and has been run by three generations of the Van Campen family.
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HERMAN AND LUTHER’S
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Herman and Luthers is available for any type of event, from weddings to birthday parties. They often host events open to the public, like Friday live music happy hour, and their deli is open to the public Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. They offer a full catering menu for pick-up service. Call 570-4333334 or email info@hermanandluthers.com for more information.
CASALE, BONNER, HILLMAN & SOUTHARD, PC
Casale, Bonner, Hillman & Southard, 331 Elmira St., is your personal injury law firm in Williamsport. The lawyers there also have expertise in family law and estate planning. To speak with an attorney or make an appointment, call 570326-7044 or send them a message on their website, casalebonner.com. The office is open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Clasp Repair - Eyeglass Frame Repair - Appraisals - Metal Testing - Jewelry Repair – Jewelry Photography – Watch Batteries
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Ron’s art career began in 1984 when his wife presented him with acrylic paints and brushes. This is when the self-taught artist began his art journey. Now 40plus years later, he has produced numerous paintings of wildlife and nature. The fact that his passion for the outdoors and 20 years of service working with wildlife for the Pennsylvania Game Commission have more than a little influence on the subjects he paints. His art has captured the attention of art collectors throughout the US. Many of his paintings have been published as limited-edition art prints, a number of which are sold out. His art has graced the covers of magazines, calendars and greeting cards. Ron was twice selected as “Artist of the Year” by Ducks Unlimited, and his art was selected as a sponsor print for the Ruffed Grouse Society. His paintings are known for their thoughtful composition, richly detailed landscapes, and accurately portrayed wildlife.
On this day...
• In 1794, Eli Whitney received a patent for his cotton gin, an invention that revolutionized the American cotton industry.
• In 1879, Albert Einstein, who would revolutionize physics and the human understanding of the universe, was born in Ulm, Germany.
• In 2018, Stephen Hawking, the bestknown theoretical physicist of his time, died at his home in Cambridge, England, at the age of 76 after living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) for 55 years.
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Montoursville and Muncy.
80 Years and Counting of Van Campen Motors History
World War II began in 1942 and the production of new vehicles was suspended. Charles B. Van Campen founded Van Campen Motors in Williamsport. Chrysler Motors approved the sale of the DodgePlymouth-Dodge Truck franchise by the then current owner W.U. Mussina to Charles B. Van Campen on December 15, 1943.
October 30, 1954, Charles Van Campen son of Charles B. Van Campen then active in the business was approved by Chrysler Motor Corporation to become the New Dealer. Charles Van Campen (no middle initial) operated the dealership from October 30, 1954 until January 1, 1991. At that time Chrysler Corporation approved the franchise be changed to two of Charles Van Campen sons, James C. Van Campen and Robert M. Van Campen. is establishes three generations of the operation of Van Campen Motors, Inc
Van Campen Motors has attained and maintained the Chrysler Five Star endorsement since its inception in the early 1990’s.
In 2002, Joshua and Jonathan Van Campen joined Van Campen Motors team, which established the fourth generation. In 2008, Joshua was added to paragraph 2 of the Chrysler and Suzuki franchise dealer agreements. Jan. 2017, Chrysler approved the sale of the business to two of James VanCampen’s sons, Joshua M. VanCampen and Jonathan P. VanCampen.
Today we have 43 Employees that produces an estimated 25 million in Gross annual sales. We participate in the funding of many local charities, local sponsorships, community events and many other programs. We have seen customers purchase their 1st car from us in the 50’s to their last car as recent as 2017. VanCampen Motors has survived, WWII, Vietnam, the cold war, the Iraq war, bankruptcy of Chrysler, Simca, Triumph, and Suzuki.
We would like to thank of our wonderful customers who help keep us in business and we strive to guarantee satisfaction within every exchange. If there is ever any doubt, please contact Josh or Jon Van Campen as we would love to take the time to make sure we are doing everything possible to keep the business going for generations to come.
For all of your service needs we have certied technicians ready to take on any challenge you can o er.
Now o ering New Ram, Jeep, Dodge and Chrysler along with all pre-owned makes and models. Please ask about our Certi ed Pre-Owned program.
Our surrounding areas include Williamsport, Lewisburg, Muncy, State College, Mans eld, Bloomsburg, Danville and beyond with plenty of very happy customers 1000s of miles from home.
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JOURNEY BANK
Journey Bank fosters strong relationships
Journey Bank, formed in late 2023 from the merger of First Columbia Bank & Trust and Muncy Bank & Trust, continues to prioritize community banking just as its legacy banks had for more than 125 years. With 22 offices across five counties in central Pennsylvania, the Bank is focused on enhancing its services while maintaining a commitment to personalized customer care.
The merger allowed the Bank to combine resources, broaden its service offerings, and expand its reach, all while preserving its deep local roots.
Journey Bank actively supports the local community, with a focus on our area youth, the arts, athletics, and education. It sponsors the Journey Bank Ballpark at the Historic Bowman Field in
Williamsport and supports many local youth teams. Journey Bank promotes music and performing arts through its award-winning annual Teen Star Musical Competition, now in its 15th year. The Bank further advocates for the arts through its recent partnership with the Pennsylvania College of Technology’s Community Arts Center, which will be renamed the Journey Bank Community Arts Center later in 2025 as part of our sponsorship. On the banking front, Journey Bank offers a full suite of convenient checking and savings products. The Bank also supports area homebuyers with an array of home mortgage solutions, providing valuable guidance, expertise, and local service. In addition, Journey Bank
is proud to partner with local business, providing tailored solutions that help business owners and entrepreneurs with financial products such as business loans and lines of credit.
Looking to the future, Journey Bank is dedicated to furthering its growth and impact on the community, continuing its investment in cultural, educational, and economic development while fostering strong customer relationships. Its expansion, along with its active participation in local initiatives, ensures that the bank will remain a vital part of central Pennsylvania’s financial landscape.
Learn more about how Journey Bank serves our communities at their website: www.journeybank. com and follow the bank on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
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SATURDAY 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
SUNDAY 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. May thru October
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Journey Bank’s Commercial Lending Team helps local businesses grow and prosper with local decisions and local expertise. Pictured from left to right are Robert Sullivan, Kevin Weinhoffer, Tim Colburn and Mark Smithgall.
OVERHEAD DOOR COMPANY
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Becky Dean, right, and Matt Blair, left, man the counter at Overhead Door Company of Lycoming County, 633 W. Third St., Williamsport. The company offers sales of various garage doors that come in an array of styles and materials. Below, Jack Schrader, owner of Overhead Door Company of Lycoming County, has served residential and commercial customers in the region for 60 years.
Overhead Door Company celebrating 60 years of serving Lycoming County
By LORENA BENIQUEZ Sun-Gazette Correspondent
Overhead Door Company of Lycoming County, 633 W. Third St,Williamsport, is celebrating 60 years of selling residential and commercial garage doors. For Jack Schrader, owner of the business, the milestone could not have been reached without the community’s support.
“Thank you for 60 years of allowing us to serve Williamsport and the surrounding area,” he said.
Schrader was also quick to thank his staff.
“They are the face of the company to do repairs and installations,” he said, adding that residential clients trust them to perform work even when thye’re away from home.
Overhead Door offers an array of garage doors to fit individual needs. Schrader is particularly proud of their newest offering.
“We have new embossments on residential doors. For instance, we have artisan wood grain finishes on our Thermacore doors. It is a non-repeating grain and it looks like real wood plank.” said Schrader. For commercial customers, Overhead Door now has a high performance line of high speed doors. They are especially
useful for environments that need to retain heat or refrigeration.
The business invites the public to take advantage of their 60th anniversary sale starting at the end of March through April.
For more information about the anniversary sale and Overhead Door products, visit schraderproducts.com.
COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY
Dare to be uncommon at Commonwealth U
You know us as Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield.
Now, we’ve joined forces as Commonwealth University to expand your opportunities with new and innovative academic programs to prepare you for success in high-demand career fields. All with the affordable and personalized education you’ve come to expect from three historic institutions with more than 500 years of preparing generations of students for a lifetime of success.
At Commonwealth University, you can expect a college experience that’s anything but common.
Commonwealth U is an affordable, student-centered academic powerhouse with top programs. Our transformational opportunities enable you to tailor your degree with proven, accredited programs and access to more minors, courses, faculty experts, and graduate programs than ever before.
And our new and innovative curriculum — developed with input from industry leaders and employer partners — means your CU education is specially designed to prepare you for career success. You’ll make an impact from your first day on the job and see first-hand why our graduates are in high demand. Uncommon opportunities lead to unbelievable experiences. Traditional, in-person instruction continues at all campuses, and new technology-enabled classrooms create real-time collaborative learning to expand your academic options, from bachelors, masters and doctoral programs to associates degrees, certificates, and even high school dual enrollment.
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