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$1,000 - $5,000 or less. Too sick for hobby. 570538-3464. 6/26

Auto/Truck Accessories - 10 For sale parts:

1997 Buick la Sabre, complete and ready to part out. Call 570204-9626. ufn

Campers, Motor Homes, & Rec.

Vehicles - 11

1995 Chariot Park

Model Camper, furnished, 34’x12’, w/loft, computer or office room, sunken BR, tinted living room window, furnished 8’x34’ porch sunscreen, 10’x20’ carport, 10’x20’ new shed. Make offer. 570-966-6220. ufn

Farm & Garden - 23

Troy Built Rear tine Rototiller, used very little, $1,085. 570-7424312. 6/12

Yard Sales - 25

Guns, Etc. - 26 Winchester 12 ga., 3” Magnum, pump, Model 120, $285.00. 570-742-4312. 6/12

Crossman, CO2, Mo @150, 22 cal, with metal case. $140. 570809-1579. 6/26

Marlin 1893

lever action calibur, 38-55, $995.00 570742-4312. 6/12 Savage 30-06, Model 110, with 3-9x tascoscope, $525.00. 570742-4312. 6/12

Winchester 30-30, Model 9N, 1818-1968

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Sesqwcentennial. Brand new in the box with papers. Gold sadle ring, gold butl plate, $995.00. 570742-4312. 6/19

Help Wanted28

Experienced Sales Person to handle our Montour & Columbia Co. area. Very good commission structure. Send resume to The Valley Trader, Sales Position, PO Box 392, Lewisburg, PA 17837

Sales Rep Wanted: Expanding sales force in Lycoming & Clinton Cos. Sales experience necessary. Must have car & valid Driver’s License. Territory & account list provided. Send resume to: The Valley Trader, Sales Dept., PO Box 392, Lewisburg, PA 17837 or email to: thevalleytrader@ yahoo.com

Help Wanted: Part time

Graphic Designer position. 24-35 hrs. over 2 wks, but mostly on week 2. Must be able to work in a high speed environment.

Be literally your own boss, but work easily with

others. This may lead to a full-time position in the future. Send resume & portfolio to: The Valley Trader, PO Box 392, Lewisburg, Pa 17837 or email: the valleytrader@yahoo. com

Household Furniture - 30

Small Refrigerator, never used, brand new, 4 ft. high, width 19” x depth 19”, $225.00. 570-742-4312.

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6 Foot White Sliding Patio Door, good condition. Call for details 570246-5522. 6/19

Miscellaneous - 35

Music Collection, Beatles, Monkees, Bob Dylan, Rolling Stones, Books, DVD’s, CD’s, Memorabilia, large Pictures, $250.00 or best offer. 570-524-4393. 6/12

10’x10’ EZ Up Tent with sides, $50.00; 16’ Aluminum Extension Ladder, $50.00. 570-437-2444 leave message. 6/19

Cargo Carrier, 48”x20” tray, 300 lb. capacity, 1 1/4 hitch, $75.00. 570560-0716. 6/19

768 Feet 2x6 Tongue & Groove

Decking or Flooring. 570-3600077. 6/26

Motorcycles - 39

Pets - 40

AKC Poodle

Pups, ass. colors, 1st shot, wormed,

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Standards & MOYEN sizes. 2 are Merle. $950 - $1,200. 570-205-6442. 6/26

WANTED - 50

Looking for small Upright Piano. 570-713-8109. 8/14 Tall, attractive home owner Seeks single lady, 60-70, for companion with drivers license. 570-538-3464. 6/26

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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FREE PIG ROAST AND CONCERT IN MILLERSBURG.

As a service to the community, on Sunday, June 25, beginning at 5 pm, the Northern Cluster of UCC Churches will host a free pig-roast and concert at MYO Park, Pavilion #1, in Millersburg. Brothers in Grace, a Southern Gospel quartet from the Hershey area, will provide the music. Bring a covered-dish to share, and a lawn chair. A free-will offering will be received. All are wlecomecome join us for great food, music, and fellowship!

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Refresh for wellness: Luxe bathroom upgrades breathe new life into dull, outdated spaces

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(BPT) - Are you looking for a way to update your home that will make a positive change to your daily routine?

Despite being the most highly trafficked area in the house and one that can greatly impact a home’s value, bathrooms are often left outdated. However, with high mortgage rates keeping homeowners

in their current homes and remodeling combined with a new pandemic-fueled focus on hygiene in the home, the bathroom is emerging as a priority home refresh project.

A bathroom is a place people spend time doing daily self-care, but recently bathrooms have also become personal escapes from the world’s distractions. Common ways to refresh your bathroom include repainting walls in a fresh hue, adding modern lighting, replacing outdated faucets, and swapping out lackluster showerheads. Homeowners can elevate their bathroom into a space of comfort and wellness with upgrades that blend the latest in design, technology and eco-friendly features. Which is why it is important not to forget the toilet.

Updates that elevate.

Many toilets are in desperate need of a replacement to increase water efficiency and functionality. Others simply need a modern update. But most people do not realize how much their toilet can level up their own hygiene and self-care. Bidets are incredibly popular overseas in Europe and Asia and are found in the best hotels, restaurants and spas

across the globe. It is no wonder why, according to design experts, bidets are one of the top bathroom trends for 2023 here in the U.S.

There are several bidet options based on your needs, space and budget. Adding a toilet with a bidet or bidet seat is an impactful way to add luxury and wellness to tired bathrooms without a complete renovation. In fact, replacing the toilet with a new model is a simple task that can often be done without a plumber, and adding a bidet seat to your toilet is an easy DIY project that can be finished in less than an hour.

Bidet benefits

Self-care and cleanliness are important for people of all ages, especially as the world emerges from the pandemic. Bidet technologies allow you to create a personalized cleansing experience in your home. Noteworthy bidets and smart toilets have advanced features like touchless technology and selfcleaning capabilities that reduce the spread of germs passed from flushing and wiping.

When the cleansing cycle is activated, a streamlined wand extends from beneath the seat to provide an adjustable flow of clean, warm aerated water for an exceptionally comfortable cleansing experience. The bidet then dries you with warm air, which nearly eliminates the need for toilet paper. Built-in deodorizers neutralize odors through a carbonized air filter, ensuring a fresh experience for everyone in your home and minimizing the

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It’s BBQ Season. Do You Know Where Your Beef Came From?

waste stream is processed into recycled, clean water. And, thanks to precise application of organic and climate-smart fertilizers produced by the system, the resulting soil is healthier with a better balance of nutrients. In short, more abundant crops are produced, less water is used and greenhouse gas emissions are reduced.

Along with environmental stewardship and resource efficiency at the forefront of the technology’s design, experts have been retained to ensure that animal accommodations, hygiene, care and feeding are all optimized for animal health and welfare. To learn more, visit bionenviro.com.

“Today’s consumers want sustainable, transparent and ‘better for you’ food,” says Bill O’Neill, Bion’s CEO. “Through innovation, we are bringing real beef to tables that is both sustainable and ethical.”

(StatePoint) As barbecue season heats up, you may be wondering how to square your love for T-bone steaks and spareribs with your concern for the environment. The good news? Science is delivering new, game-changing solutions to tackle the environmental footprint of the beef and livestock industries.

The Problem

Approximately 9 million dairy cows, 90 million beef cattle, 60 million swine and billions of poultry in the United States produce more than 100 times more organic waste than humans; but where human waste makes its way to a septic tank or sewage treatment plant, livestock waste is usually spread untreated on the ground as fertilizer.

While this practice has short-term agricultural benefits, it’s ultimately a major contributor to a number of environmental and health issues.

Phosphorous, nitrogen (mostly as ammonia), pathogens and bacteria from manure run off the soil and pollute waterways. This nutrient runoff fuels increasingly toxic algae blooms in fresh, estuary and coastal salt waters, creating areas where most aquatic species can’t survive. What’s more, the highly mobile and volatile nitrogen from ammonia in animal waste can become airborne, a difficult and expensive to control problem that poses significant health risks to humans.

Finally, the 1.5 billion tons of manure generated in the United States annually also plays a major role in climate change. Manure emits carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous

oxide, all of which are potent greenhouse gases.

New Solutions

An advanced livestock waste collection, treatment and recycling system from Bion Environmental Technologies Inc. is transforming manure from a liability to an asset. It starts with an innovative barn design that houses the livestock, collects waste, and feeds the treatment system on a continual basis. This patented technology not only provides comprehensive waste treatment that neutralizes pathogens, bacteria and ammonia and minimizes greenhouse gas emissions, but also produces superior organic, and climate- and water-smart, fertilizers with a low carbon footprint, as well as generates clean water and renewable natural gas.

Typical beef production uses an extraordinary amount of water, particularly from crops for feed. With Bion, 30% of the

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Tips for Homeowners to Improve Safety and Sustainability

(StatePoint) You may not realize it, but building safety has a huge impact on our everyday lives.

According to InjuryFacts.NSC.org, about 16 out of 100 people were injured in a home or community venue in 2021. The leading causes that contribute to these injuries, such as drowning, fire smoke, and general home maintenance, can be prevented by acting ahead of time.

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As the leading global source of model codes, standards and building safety solutions, the Code Council is passionate about educating homeowners on fire safety, home maintenance and sustainability practices. Here are some safety tips from the Code Council to help prevent accidents and keep your family and community safe:

Fire Safety Tips:

• Put a smoke alarm on every level of your home, outside each sleeping area and inside every bedroom. Test each smoke alarm regularly and replace it every 10 years.

• Install home fire sprinklers. They are relatively affordable and can increase property value and lower insurance rates.

• Make an escape plan with a meeting place outside so everyone knows how to get out fast.

• Keep anything that can burn at least three feet away from portable heaters.

• Keep all items that can burn away

from your home. Remember to clean leaves from your gutters and clear dead leaves and branches from shrubs and trees surrounding your home.

Home Maintenance Tips:

• Never overload electrical cords or power strips.

• Don’t use appliances that have damaged cords.

• For mold prevention, watch for leaky pipes, condensation and wet spots, and fix sources of moisture problems as soon as possible.

• Keep in mind that there are several materials and items that should never be flushed down the toilet, including medication, disposable wipes, coffee grounds and more.

Let’s Learn About the 4th of July

The Congress had voted in favour of independence from Great Britain on July 2 but did not actually complete the process of revising the Declaration of Independence, originally drafted by Thomas Jefferson in consultation with fellow committee members John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Roger Sherman, and William Livingston, until two days later. The celebration was initially modeled on that of the king’s birthday, which had been marked annually by bell ringing, bonfires, solemn processions, and oratory. Such festivals had long played a significant role in the Anglo-American political tradition. Especially in the 17th and 18th centuries, when dynastic and religious controversies racked the British Empire (and much of the rest of Europe), the choice of which anniversaries

of historic events were celebrated and which were lamented had clear political meanings. The ritual of toasting the king and other patriot-heroes—or of criticizing them—became an informal kind of political speech, further formalized in mid-18th century when the toasts given at taverns and banquets began to be reprinted in newspapers.

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when the toasts given at taverns and banquets began to be reprinted in newspapers.

In the early stages of the revolutionary movement in the colonies during the 1760s and early ’70s, patriots used such celebrations to proclaim their resistance to Parliament’s legislation while lauding King George III as the real defender of English liberties. However, the marking of the first days of independence during the summer of 1776 actually took the form in many towns of a mock funeral for the king, whose “death” symbolized the end of monarchy and tyranny and the rebirth of liberty.

During the early years of the republic, Independence Day was commemorated with parades, oratory, and toasting in ceremonies that celebrated the existence of the new nation. These rites played an equally important role in the evolving federal political system. With the rise of informal political parties, they provided venues for leaders and constituents to tie local and national contests to independence and the issues facing the national polity. By the mid-1790s the two nascent political parties held separate partisan Independence Day festivals in most larger towns. Perhaps for this reason, Independence Day became the model for a series of (often short-lived) celebrations that sometimes contained more explicit political resonance, such as George Washington’s birthday and the anniversary of Jef-

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ferson’s inauguration while he served as president (1801–09).

The bombastic torrent of words that characterized Independence Day during the 19th century made it both a serious occasion and one sometimes open to ridicule—like the increasingly popular and democratic political process itself in that period. With the growth and diversification of American society, the Fourth of July commemoration became a patriotic tradition which many groups—not just political parties—sought to claim. Abolitionists, women’s rights advocates, the temperance movement, and opponents of immigration (nativists) all seized the day and its observance, in the process often declaring that they could not celebrate with the entire community while an un-American perversion of their rights prevailed.

With the rise of leisure, the Fourth of July emerged as a major midsummer holiday. The prevalence of heavy drinking and the many injuries caused by setting off fireworks prompted reformers of the late 19th and the early 20th century to mount a Safe and Sane Fourth of July movement. During the later 20th century, although it remained a national holiday marked by parades, concerts of patriotic music, and fireworks displays, Independence Day declined in importance as a venue for politics. It remains a potent symbol of national power and of specifically American qualities—even the freedom to stay at home and barbecue.

• To prevent your pipes from freezing in the winter, drain water from the swimming pool and water sprinkler supply lines following the manufacturer’s or installer’s directions.

• Make sure all pedestrian gates in the barrier fence of your swimming pool are selfclosing and selflatching.

According to the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, the average U.S. family can spend $2,000 a year on energy bills. This means that reducing your home energy use is the single most effective way to save money and reduce your home’s contribution to

greenhouse gasses. The Code Council recognizes that for many people, it’s unclear where to start, and suggests the following tips to help communities forge a path forward.

Energy and Sustainability Tips:

• Install watersaving shower heads and lowflow faucet aerators and use your water meter to check for hidden water leaks. These steps can improve water conservation.

• To prevent stormwater runoff pollution, never dump anything down storm drains.

• Change the filters in your home’s heating and cooling system regularly to increase energy

efficiency.

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• Replace your light bulbs with LEDs, which use up to 90% less energy and last up to 25 times longer than traditional incandescent bulbs.

• Build green and design your home with materials that are easily recyclable, reusable, renewable, durable, affordable and low maintenance.

• Build a rain garden to capture roof drainage and divert it to your garden or landscaping to recycle nonpotable water. Be sure to check your local rules on rainwater harvesting prior to installation.

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Urban Gardening 101

(Family Features) Urban living and lush gardens aren’t as mutually exclusive as one might assume. In fact, it’s possible to cultivate thriving gardens in even the smallest spaces.

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The first step toward creating a successful small garden space is planning. Sketching out your garden area with a clear understanding of the actual dimensions is important. This allows you to allocate adequate growing space for the vegetation you choose and prevent overcrowding.

Part of your planning should also take climate into account. If the sun reaches your garden area, knowing what time the sun typically hits matters. Some plants are poorly equipped to handle the strength of direct afternoon rays.

Other matters to consider are the soil quality and whether it is adequate to nourish vegetation. If not, you may

need to excavate and refill your planting areas with nutrient-rich gardening soil. Access to water is also a concern; if you’ll be forced to water by can, avoid choosing plants that would better benefit from a thorough hose soaking.

As you begin planning the actual contents of your garden, don’t hesitate to blend edibles with beauty. Many herbs offer attractive textures and colors that can add variety to a colorful selection of flowering plants. Edible plants such as strawberries offer color from blooms (and later brightly hued fruit), as well as trailing greenery that looks pretty along the edges of potted containers. If your goal is color, give consideration to the blooming season for your selected plants. Unless you plan

to enjoy your garden for just a short season, choose a variety of plants and flowers that bloom throughout your region’s entire growing season.

Especially in the smallest garden spaces, it’s smart to make the most of vertical space. Use a trellis or other structure to encourage vining vegetation to grow upward rather than outward. Hanging baskets or buckets are ideal for inverted growth of plants such as tomatoes or peppers, and shelving or tiered plant stands are handy for creating more plant real estate in smaller garden spaces. Beautiful gardens need not be limited to those with expansive lawns in rural communities. Though smaller in scale, urban gardens can deliver equal beauty and a surprising volume of edible bounty with proper preparation and design. Find more tips at eLivingtoday.com.

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Clever Storage Ideas for Small Spaces

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No matter how cramped and cluttered your living space may be, you can almost always find a spot or two for extra storage. It’s often just a matter of getting creative and utilizing a few clever solutions.

Consider these simple ideas to create some extra space in oft-used rooms:

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* Metal rods with hanging hooks can create storage space on your blank walls. Use them to hang coffee cups, cooking utensils, dish towels or pots and pans.

* Magnetic strips mounted on the wall or the inside of a cabinet door can be a simple way to hang

knives and free up counter space normally taken up by a knife block.

* If your countertop is cluttered with small spice containers and oil bottles, elevate them with a decorative cake

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stand. Place small jars below and top with pretty decanters and additional spices.

* If you’re using prime cabinet space for items you only use once

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THEME: THE 1970s

ACROSS

1. Aardvark’s repast

5. Game official, colloquially speaking

8. In alignment

12. Tiny bottle

13. Big rig

14. ____ Apso

15. Fairy-tale opener

16. Arabian chieftain

17. Peter Pumpkin ____

18. *White House Plumbers’ affair

20. Arrival times, acr.

21. *Gerald R. Ford and Nelson A. Rockefeller

22. Tolkien’s Ogre-like creature

23. *Charlie’s TV detectives

26. At sea but close to shore

30. Always, poetically speaking

31. Adjust

34. Cupid, to the Greeks

35. High

37. 9 to 5, e.g.

38. Bow-like structure

39. Hippocrates’ promise

40. Struck in certain way, in baseball

42. Paleontologist’s estimate

43. Like a kilt

45. English county

47. Boiling blood

48. ____, Stinky and Stretch

50. Shade of beige

52. *”Rainy Day People” singer Gordon ____

56. Things on a list

57. Rod of a hot rod

58. *Bee Gees or The Supremes, e.g.

59. Saintly glows

60. Never, poetically speaking

61. Pre-Easter period

62. Demeanor

63. *Banned insecticide, acr.

64. Oxen connector

DOWN

1. Assert

2. *”Black Gold” singer Nina

3. Diplomat’s asset

4. *Popular bell-shaped part of garment

5. Gerrymander

6. Gives off

7. *Earth and Wind partner

8. *First female British prime minister

9. Pro ____

10. Operates

11. Head canal locale

13. Wisest

14. Unfriendly looks

19. Track event

22. Buck

23. Famous fable-maker

24. *Kathmandu location and Hippie Trail stop

25. Heating outlet cover

26. Research facil.

27. Shamu and such

28. *Khmer ____

29. English county

32. Sound of impact

33. Coffee holder

36. *Mao’s honorific

38. Sunbaked, archaically speaking

40. Busy flyer

41. *____ Rolle of “Good Times”

44. Corbel

46. *”Killing Me ____ with His Song”

48. Spayed

49. End of a shoelace

50. Evening purse

51. Wrap in waxy cloth

52. It “was made for you and me”

53. Black and white cookie

54. Piglet sound

55. Carrying container

56. *Helen Reddy’s “____

Woman”

spread of germs. Additional features that automatically raise the toilet seat and provide a night light add safety and convenience. These are especially useful for children or people with mobility issues.

Bidet seats like the WASHLET S550e also include comfort-first features found on TOTO smart toilets, like a heated seat and wireless remote for adjusting water temperature and pressure. They are also easy to install on most existing toilets. If you are looking to completely replace your old commode, look for a combined unit like the Drake WASHLET+ C5, a high-efficiency toilet with a WASHLET bidet seat, or the modern-styled silhouette of the NEOREST line of smart toilets, which deliver the latest tech with a sleek style that accentuates any bathroom aesthetic.

High-efficiency toilets from TOTO with bidets have pre-cleaning and advanced flushing features that cut down the need for harsh chemicals in cleaning the bathroom and reduce the need for toilet paper by 75%, making them a healthier, eco-friendly choice. The

WASHLET, WASHLET+ and NEOREST clean themselves following each use with TOTO’s EWATER+ (electrolyzed water), which mists and cleans the wand and bowl after every use.

Bathroom refresh inspiration

Updating your toilet with a bidet is a worthwhile investment for people choosing to stay in their current home and improve their most in-demand space to keep their loved ones clean and comfortable. Whether you want an all-in-one smart toilet or a bidet seat that fits on your existing toilet, there is a bidet option that will help you create a cleaner, more luxurious experience in time for summer. Learn more at TOTOUSA.com.

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a year, such as holiday cake pans or a big serving bowl you pull out for parties, consider storing them in the attic or a closet instead.

Bathroom

* Instead of hanging just one towel bar on the back of the bathroom door, hang multiple to maximize your

drying space.

* Most modern cabinetry has adjustable shelving. If you haven’t customized the heights of your shelving to accommodate different sized bottles and containers, give it a try.

* A three-tiered fruit basket might seem perfect for

the kitchen, but it’s also a handy way to store bathroom essentials right beside the sink.

* Flour and sugar canisters can also be repurposed in the bathroom to keep makeup, toiletries, cleaning supplies and soaps contained. Make sure to buy bins that stack easily.

AIRPORT & TRAIN TRIPS

Bedroom * Nix those nightstands and hang small shelves on either side of the bed. This cuts down on the clutter you can keep and makes cleaning underneath a breeze.

* Rolling bins that fit under the bed are perfect for storing linens, outof-season clothing

and children’s toys. They’re also the perfect way to slide building block projects out of sight without destroying your child’s latest masterpiece.

* Closets with a single hanging rod are one of the biggest spacewasters in the bedroom. Double their storage capacity by

hanging a second rod or shelf below shorter jackets and shirts.

Find more ideas to maximize your space at eLivingtoday.com.

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HARRISBURG INTL. AIRPORT

HARRISBURG AMTRAK

WILKES-BARRE/SCRATON INTL. AIRPORT

STATE COLLEGE AIRPORT

DULLES INTL. AIRPORT*

NEWARK LIBERTY INTL. AIRPORT*

BALTIMORE INTL. AIRPORT*

(*BIG AIRPORTS NEED SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT)