Tamaqua

Playground news

The Tamaqua North and Middle Ward Playground Association will meet at 2 p.m. this Sunday, April 29, in the playground.

One of the topics for discussion will be ways to keep the playground open despite a lack of volunteers. Volunteers are needed to ensure the safety of the children who use the park, as well as operate the concession stand and raise funds.

Anyone willing to help may attend Sunday's meeting.

Baseball competition

Senior citizens

The Tamaqua Seniors met April 19 at the Tamaqua Community Center with 79 members in attendance. Vice President Nancy Gerber conducted the business session and provided her weekly report.

One new member, Mike Trubilla, was welcomed to the group.

Rose Vallee provided the invocation, entitled "What I'm Thankful For." Secretary Joan Anne Garber provided her report. Joan Boner, Betty Connely and Isabelle Brode were added to the sick list.

The meeting concluded with cards and social games.

Dog licenses

Schuylkill County treasurer Jackie McGovern reminds residents that 2012 dog licenses are now available and the state dog warden is currently canvassing Schuylkill County to ensure compliance with the state law.

Dogs 3 months of age or older must be licensed by law. Licenses are valid through Dec. 31.

Licenses may be obtained at the county courthouse in Pottsville, by mail, online at www.padoglicense.com or at a variety of licensing agents.

Bloodmobile

An American Red Cross Bloodmobile visited Tamaqua on March 28, collecting 42 units of the "gift of life." Meghan Gessat was recognized as a first time donor.

Multi-donation awards were presented to Maryann Deeble, one gallon; and Marjorie Heisler, two gallons.