Bridge Project Plans Available

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Bridge Project Plans Available

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) invites the public to view an online plans display regarding the Route 3038 (Bridge Valley Road) bridge replacement project in Martic Township. The project involves replacing the bridge carrying Bridge Valley Road over an unnamed tributary to the Susquehanna River approximately a half-mile south of the Village of Pequea. The purpose of this project is to address deterioration of the bridge and provide continued safe and efficient crossing over the tributary.

The project scope consists of replacing the existing 86year-old, single-span reinforced concrete slab structure with a single-span precast concrete arch bridge. New approach pavement, rock scour protection, and guide rail installation will also be included in the project. The total paving width will be 28 feet to accommodate two 10foot-wide lanes and two 4foot-wide shoulders.

The bridge will be closed to all traffic for approximately three months during construction. The proposed detour route will use Route 324 (Pequea Boulevard) to Route 3017 (River Road).

The project is currently in the design stage, and construction work is expected to take place in the 2023 construction season. A digital version of the information will be available to view online through Monday, Feb. 7.

Information, including roadway and bridge plans and an interactive comment form, can be found by visiting www.penndot.gov/Regional Offices/district-8, clicking on Public Meetings listed under the District Links heading, choosing the Lancaster County box, and then clicking on Bridge Valley Road Bridge.

The purpose of the plans display is to introduce the project and receive public input regarding any questions or concerns about the project. The project documents can be made available in alternative languages or formats if requested. To do so, contact Peter Roman, PennDOT project manager, at peroman@pa.gov or 717705-6187.

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The Junior League of Lancaster Inc. (JLL) will accept applications for its 2021-22 Community Grant Program. This program seeks to further JLL’s current initiative, increasing educational and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for girls and other youths who have been historically underrepresented in these fields.

This year, the JLL will make grants of $1,250 to Lancaster County STEM nonprofit organizations for the purpose of hiring McCaskey High School students for paid summer internships with their organizations. The grants will go toward the salary or stipend that the student receives for his or her work.

All applications must be received before Friday, April 1. JLL will award all grants by Saturday, April 30. For application details and documents, visit www.jllancaster.org or email grants@jllancaster.org.

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172 S. Lime Street Quarryville

Friday, January 21 at 6pm BOX LOT EXTRAVAGANZA! Antiques - Vintage - Neat Old Stuff Bottles - Trucks - Glassware & China Saturday, January 22 at 9am Antique Furniture - Oak China Closets Lights - Clocks - Framed Pcs. Indian Busts, Book Ends, etc. Antiques - Vintage - Neat Old Stuff Iron items - Oil Lamps - Glassware & China Saturday, January 22 at 1pm 500+ pcs CARNIVAL GLASS Saturday, January 22 at 4pm LOCAL BOTTLES 300+ Milk - 50+ Brewery - 100+ Pharmacy LOCAL ADVERTISING ITEMS - LOCAL DAIRY ITEMS 1910’s - 1980’s Calendars, Thermometers, etc. TAXIDERMY ITEMS - DISPLAY CABINETS SELLER Harry Gordon Jessica Shaub Meyer AUCTIONEER

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SAT. JANUARY 22, 2022 10am Real Estate

24 Thornapple Dr. Marietta, PA 17547 THIS WEEK! 3 BEDROOM DONEGAL SCHOOL DISTRICT TOWNHOME 0.09 Acre – Donegal SD SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT Auction For: Claire M. Johnson Estate

THIS WEEK!SAT. JANUARY 22, 2022 – 12pm Real Estate 1876 Water St. Washington Boro, PA 17582

WELL-LOCATED 4 BEDROOM BRICK INVESTMENT HOME 0.27 Acre – Penn Manor SD SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT Auction For: Kenneth Bonsall Estate

TUES. JANUARY 25, 2022 6pm Online Only 1667 Cider Press Rd. Manheim, PA 17545

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Penn State Extension’s Food Systems and Local Foods team is the recipient of $254,000 through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farmers Market Promotion Program. The awarded project, titled Building Dynamic Marketplaces & Stronger Networks for Pennsylvania’s Direct to Consumer Outlets, addresses the shifting marketing landscape in Pennsylvania toward direct-to-consumer outlets like farmers markets and retail farm markets. The grant is part of the USDA’s $90.2 million investment in 203 projects to strengthen and explore new market opportunities for local and regional food businesses. The funding is made possible through grant programs administered by the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) as part of the Local Agriculture Marketing Program (LAMP). These grants are intended to help maximize opportunities for economic growth and ingenuity in local and regional food systems to kickstart a transformation.

The Penn State Extension team will provide educational programming, direct technical assistance, and peer-to-peer networking and learning opportunities for farmers markets and retail farm market owners and staff through both new and signature programs, including Under the Ground, Retail Farm Market School, and the annual Farmers Market Managers Conference. Through a variety of learning formats, this project will equip producers with tools and information to expand their customer bases, increase customer retention, increase sales of locally produced agricultural products, and respond quickly and efficiently to marketplace challenges and demands.

Retail farm market operators and other food and beverage businesses throughout Pennsylvania can now register for Under the Ground, a fullyear program that provides participants with a shopper survey customized for their business, in-store secret shopper evaluation and feedback, peer network connections, immersive learning experiences, and other useful tools for improving retail operations and the customer experience. The program will begin in the spring.

The first 20 businesses to register will receive a discount on the fee. In addition, two full scholarships are available. To register, visit https://extension.psu.edu/ and search for “Under the Ground.” For more information about Under the Ground, contact Miranda Harple at mharple@psu.edu.

Additional programs for retail farm markets and farmers markets will launch in the spring. Business operators interested in program announcements may sign up for Penn State Extension business management and marketing emails at https://extension.psu.edu/ email-preferences.

(Strasburg Area) PUBLIC AUCTION

3-BDRM, 2.5-BATH CUSTOM STONE RANCHER * .36-AC LOT 2-CAR GARAGE/SHOP * CUSTOM KITCHEN * STUNNING GREAT ROOM! SATURDAY, JANUARY 22, 2022 @ 11-AM

Located at 75 W. Hillcrest Ave., Strasburg, PA 17579, LampeterStrasburg Schools. For info call/text auctioneer @ (717) 371-3333. Note: Elegant custom built home w/valuable amenities & tasteful décor throughout; spacious updated custom kitchen; stunning great room w/ cathedral ceiling; move-in ready condition; LS schools!

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Auction For: Naomi C. Byers Estate

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SAT. JANUARY 29, 2022 – 9am Catalog Auction 768 Graystone Rd. Manheim, PA 17545

SINGLE OWNER AMERICANA AUCTION OF WILLIAM K. DU PONT • Woven Splint Baskets • Metalwares • Pewter • Sterling & Coin Silver • Early Lighting Devices • Decoys • Glazed Redware Pottery • Glass • Furniture • Textiles • Artwork • & MUCH MORE! 18% Buyer’s Premium In House / 23% Live Auctioneers Buyer’s Premium SAT. FEBRUARY 5, 2022 10am Real Estate / Personal Property Online Only 344 Florin Ave. Mount Joy, PA 17552

3 BEDROOM MOUNT JOY RANCH HOME ON QUIET STREET 0.34 Acre – Donegal SD OPEN HOUSES: SAT. JAN. 22, 10AM-12PM & SAT. JAN. 29, 10AM-12PM OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT Auction For: Paul Miller

SAT. FEBRUARY 12, 2022 – 10am Real Estate 1766 Colonial Manor Dr. Lancaster, PA 17603

4 BEDROOM MANOR TOWNSHIP BRICK HOME – 0.50 Acre Penn Manor SD OPEN HOUSES: SAT. JAN. 29, 10AM-12PM & SAT. FEB. 5, 10AM-12PM OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT Auction For: Geraldine Stoll Estate

TUES. FEBRUARY 22, 2022 – 5pm Real Estate 341 E. Sun Hill Rd. Manheim, PA 17545

AFFORDABLE WELL-LOCATED MANHEIM COTTAGE – 0.09 Acre – Manheim Central SD OPEN HOUSES: SAT. FEB. 5, 10AM-12PM & SAT. FEB. 12, 10AM-12PM OR SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT Auction For: Roger H. Miller Jr. Estate

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Bird Club Plans Trips

The Lancaster County Bird Club (LCBC) will offer two field trips in January. The events are free and open to the public. Participants must register with the group leader prior to the day of the trip.

On Saturday, Jan. 22, participants will meet at Riverfront Park near Marietta for a 10 a.m. start. Target birds will be mergansers and other winter waterfowl along the river as well as ruby and goldencrowned kinglets, brown creeper, and yellow-bellied sapsucker in nearby trees. Contact Emily Broich at 717333-9146 or emilybroich @gmail.com.

On Saturday, Jan. 29, the club will host a trip at 9 a.m. at Safe Harbor Dam and Observation Site Road in Conestoga. This trip is designed for beginning birders, but people of all experience levels are invited. Loaner binoculars will be available. Target birds include waterfowl, bald eagles, raptors, and winter migrants. Contact Roger Stoner at 717393-9030.

More information about LCBC can be found at www.lancasterbirdclub.org.

Resource Family Orientations Set

COBYS Family Services will offer three resource family information sessions. The sessions will take place virtually at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 1; in person at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 15; and in person at 11 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 7. The in-person sessions will be held at the COBYS Murry Hill Center office, 444 Murry Hill Circle, Lancaster.

The information sessions are designed for families that want to learn more about foster care and adoption through foster care. During each two-hour program, families will receive an introduction to the roles, expectations, and approval process for COBYS resource families.

The sessions are free and place no obligation on attendees. Child care will not be provided. For more information or to reserve a space, contact a COBYS resource home coordinator at 717656-6580 or carefor kids@cobys.org. To learn more about COBYS, visit www.cobys.org.