E LOCAL RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMERS TH Presorted Standard ECRWSS U.S. Postage Paid Sunbury, PA Union County Times 17801 The Area’s Largest Weekly Newspaper! Permit No. #17 A DIRECT MAIL PUBLICATION - 23RD YEAR - NO. 26 Friday, June 26, 2020 MIDDLEBURG, PA 17842 Garage Fire In Lewisburg Rowe To Host Veterans Union County Commissioners Spread To Nearby Houses Service Monthly, July 29 Adopt 2nd Amendment Resolution By Kay Poeth By Kay Poeth In an eff ort to ensure area veterans receive the services and support they need, Rep. David Rowe (R-Snyder/ On Tuesday, June 16, 2020, the Union County Commis- sioners voted to adopt a resolution supporting the Second Union) is hosting a veterans service representative at his Amendment of the U.S. Constitution by a 2-1 vote with local offi ce. Stacy Richards casting the dissenting vote. The resolu- “Dan does a tremendous job helping veterans across tion passed without mandates declares Union County Pennsylvania receive the services they need and de- as a Second Amendment Dedicated County stating the serve,” said Rowe. “We are very grateful to have him re- commissioners will not “expend funds for the purpose of sume working with our offi ce, assisting our community’s enforcing laws or ordinances adjudicated to be illegal or exceptional veterans.” unconstitutional.” Dan Falls of the American Legion will be at Rowe’s Commissioner Richards stated, “Many residents and district offi ce, located at 343 Chestnut St., Suite 1, on businesses for numerous reasons opposed the proposal of Wednesday, July 29. Appointments are required and Union County being designated as a Second Amendment Sanctuary.” should be made by calling the offi ce at 570-966-0052. The Second Amendment of the United States Constitu- Falls will off er veterans assistance with issues such as tion states: “A well-regulated Militia, being necessary to compensation, education, pension, health care and death the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep benefi ts. Veterans need not be a member of the American and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.” Legion to take advantage of the services. According to Wiki, “Second Amendment sanctuary, On June 17, 2020, at approximately 8:34 am, the Wil- Falls will also be available at Rowe’s offi ce on Wednes- also known as a gun sanctuary, refers to states, coun- liam Cameron Engine Company along with mutual aid day, Aug. 26, and Wednesday, Sept. 23. ties, or localities in the United States that have adopted units were dispatched to the area of West Market Street laws or resolutions to prohibit or impede the enforcement and South 16th Street for a report of multiple house fi res. of certain gun control measures perceived as violative While enroute, responding units observed heavy Lewisburg Permits Open of the Second Amendment such as universal gun back- smoke from that direction and initiated a second alarm. ground checks, high capacity magazine bans, assault Crews arrived to fi nd a garage fully involved at 1515 weapon bans, red fl ag laws, etc.” Containers In Designated Sections The Second Amendment Sanctuary movement is sup- West Market Street with fi re extending into two houses By Kay Poeth adjacent to the garage (1515 West Market as well as ported by gun owners wanting to pre-emptively protect Due to the businesses, bars, and restaurants being im- their rights in the face of any future state legislature 1523 West Market Street). A simultaneous fi re attack passing unconstitutional gun restriction laws. was initiated on both structures and the fi re was con- pacted during the pandemic and experiencing economic hardship, the Borough Council of Lewisburg has “de- With the exception of Lewisburg and New Berlin tained to the two houses and marked under control ap- termined that it is in the best interests of the Borough, Borough who took no action on the proposal, all mu- proximately one hour after arrival. its residents and taxpayers for the Borough to do what it nicipalities affi rmed their support of the Constitution, of The garage is a total loss and both houses sustained can to assist Borough businesses in an eff ort to mitigate which the Second Amendment is a part. However, not heavy fi re and smoke damage. The cause of the fi re is the economic harm cause by the said orders and regula- all endorsed the designation of Union County as a 2nd under investigation and the State Fire Marshall has been tions.” Amendment Sanctuary. requested to the scene. There have been no injuries re- On June 16, 202, the Borough Council temporarily sus- ported to civilian or fi re department personnel and the pended the prohibition on the consumption and posses- Red Cross is providing assistance to the residents who sion of alcoholic beverages in public places, including BEAVER SPRINGS have been displaced by the fi re. streets, alleys, sidewalks, parking lots and other public The William Cameron Engine Company would like to property within the borough. FIRE COMPANY Open containers are now permitted from 11 am-11 pm thank all mutual aid units who responded to assist with through August 18 within the borough bounded by Sev- the extinguishment of this enth Street on the West, Front Street on the East, Cherry Gun Bonanza Update fi re. Alley on the North, and White Pine Alley on the South, excluding Hufnagle Park. The 2020 Gun Bonanza The measure is designed to encourage residents and patrons to visit the downtown and shop at local busi- Has Been Post-Poned This Week’s nesses. Outdoor dining as well as limited dining inside establishments will allow residents and visitors a relax- Until 2021 Inserts: ing experience as they shop and visit. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic and The Lewisburg Borough Council is not encouraging, Government Restrictions, the Beaver Springs Coles promoting or condoning public intoxication, disorderly behavior, or driving while intoxicated. Fire Company was forced to postpone the & Weis 2020 Gun Bonanza until 2021. The event has in Select Areas! been rescheduled for July 31, 2021. Individuals who have already purchased tickets will be contacted by the Gun Committee using the contact information provided on the ticket. Current ticket holders will the option to be automatically entered into the 2021 drawing or have their donation refunded. If contact cannot be made with ticket holders by August 31, 2020, their We got your floors covered! tickets will be placed in the 2021 drawing. We thank you for your understanding Many in Stock Specializing in, during these unprecedented and • Carpet • Tile • Vinyl SPECIALS! challenging times. Your generous • Laminate • Hardwood support is greatly appreciated. Professional Installation Available We anxiously look forward to FREE ESTIMATES! seeing you July 31, 2021! 2.6 miles south of Selinsgrove (RT 35 & RT 11-15). Turn right onto Schrey Hollow Rd. 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Come browse our large selection a delivery and installation when they’re blooming! pop some color including this available including these of trees and shrubs including these 5 colors to choose from. vibrant Dixie Scarlet Conefl ower. cheery Gazanias. Everlasting Revolution Hydrangeas. W E B S I T E : www.theunioncountytimes.com EMAIL US: [email protected] 2- Union County Times, June 26, 2020 Community Calendar Police Deeds & Courts Holiday Closings: Union-Snyder Agency of Aging MILTON STATE POLICE Closed: Friday, July 3rd, for Independence Day Crash 5:34 p.m. June 18, on Old Turnpike Road (SR 45), Deeds: Lewisburg Children’s Museum Courtyard Play in Buff alo Township. A 2012 Nissan Altima driven by Pa- William Michael Richardson to Jennifer M. Dobias prop- June 27th, 10-11 or 12-1pm, Outdoor Activities. mela S. Reitenbach, 58, of Miffl inburg, was stationary on erty in Lewisburg Norough for the sum of 222,000.00. Miffl inburg UMC Free Sno-Cones (In a Cup) SR 45 E., waiting to make a left turn. A 2013 Hyundai El- Ruth E. Miller & Joseph C. Kline to David N. Groff prop- July 4th, 11-1pm, 3rd & Market St. antra driven by a 17 year old female, of Miffl inburg, was erty in West Buff alo Township for the sum of 80,000.00. Public Library Union County- Knight Bootcamp traveling east on SR 45. The Hyundai Elantra failed to Karl E. & Joan V. Ross & Deborah & Harvey Graybill July 9th, 2-3pm, Ages 5-12, Register 570-523-1172 stop and struck Reitenbach’s Nissan Altima. The Hyundai to Karl E. & Joan V. Ross & Amy E. Weller & Travis E. Hollenbach Family Reunion CANCELED Elantra came to rest on the north shoulder of SR 45 facing Ross property in White Deer Township for the sum of July 12, Kratzerville Grove is canceled. northeast and Reitenbach’s Nissan Altima came to rest on 1.00.