Tamaqua news
SS. Peter and Paul
First Friday will be observed this week in SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church.
First Friday confessions will be heard at 7:30 a.m., followed by Mass and devotions at 8 a.m. Communion calls will begin at 9 a.m.
Jan. 5 will be a Fatima Saturday. Confessions will be heard at 7:30 a.m., followed by a Recitation of the rosary and Devotions before the 8 a.m. Mass.
Members of the parish Holy Rosary Society will attend the 8 a.m. Mass on Jan. 6 and receive Holy Communion as a group.
A rosary will be said before the Mass.
Calvary Methodist
The Rev. Brian Reading will officiate at the 10:25 a.m. service this Sunday in Calvary Evangelical United Methodist Church in the Lewistown Valley. Sunday school for all ages will be held at 9:15 a.m.
Also on Sunday, an evening of cantata music will begin at 6:30 p.m., featuring a community choir, under the direction of Brenda Reed.
An evening prayer and share service is held Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
St. Peter's Union
The Rev. Cheryl Moore will officiate at the 9 a.m. worship service Sunday in St. Peter's Union Church, Mantzville. The service will include Holy Communion. Sunday school classes will meet at 10:15 a.m.
Also on Sunday, the Confirmation class will meet at 11:30 a.m. and Daisies, Brownies and Cub Scouts will meet at 6 p.m.
Activities for next week will include: Wednesday, retirees meeting at 10 a.m.; Thursday, prayer group meets at 4:45 p.m. and worship and music committee meets at 6 p.m.
The choirs rehearse on Thursdays. Next week's schedule will include: junior choir at 7 p.m.; senior choir at 7:30 p.m.
Snow rules
With the constant possibility of winter weather looming, Tamaqua residents are reminded of borough rules concerning snow removal.
Property owners are required to maintain a clear path, at least three feet wide, on sidewalks. Snow and/or ice must be removed from these pathways within 24 hours of the end of a snowstorm.
Snow, ice and other materials may not be thrown into the streets. Fines of $25 and up may be imposed on anyone caught throwing snow or ice into the street, or who fails to maintain a snow-free pathway.
In addition, individuals who plow snow from in front of homes and businesses must REMOVE any piles of snow they create. Anyone piling snow in the street/parking areas could be cited.
Residents are also to refrain from piling snow near fire hydrants or on top of storm drains and are encouraged to clear snow from these areas.
Further information is available by calling (570) 668-3444 or (570) 668-0300.
