A candlelit vigil for the 26 victims of last Friday's shooting in a Connecticut elementary school is being held this evening in front of the Lansford American Legion, 3 W. Ridge Street, starting at 6 p.m.

Chris Ondrus will be giving opening comments, followed by prayers being said by Pastors Jeremy Benack of Grace Community Church and Marjorie Keiter of St. John's Slovak Lutheran Church.A candle will be lit for each victim and their name will be announced. A moment of silence will be held after all candles are lit. Remarks will be given by Panther Valley School District Superintendent Rosemary Porembo.Silent Night and Amazing Grace will be sung by Kathy Crampsie and Taylor Horvat. Comments will be given by Oscar Santizo. Rick Dopira will sing How Great Thou Art and You Raise Me Up.The event was spearheaded by Donna Valent, who encourages all residents of Lansford and surrounding communities to come together to honor the victims of this tragedy.In case of rain, the event will be moved inside.