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West Penn softball

The West Penn Softball League will be accepting registration for the 2013 season on Feb. 2 and Feb. 9. The registration sessions will be held from 9 a.m. to noon, both days, at the West Penn Township Municipal Building.The league is open to players between the ages of 5 and 16.Snow removalSnow removal will be performed on various streets in the Borough of Tamaqua during the winter season. Streets will be posted the day before snow removal is scheduled.Snow removal may begin anytime after 12:01 a.m. on the posted day, and start times will vary depending on work schedules and weather conditions.Residents are reminded that they must move their vehicles for snow removal.Vehicles that remain on the posted streets will be ticketed and towed at the owner's expense.Calvary MethodistThe Rev. Dr. Edward Bean 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, a time of praise, worship and Bible study will be held at 6:30 p.m.An evening prayer and share service is held Wednesdays at 7 p.m.On Jan. 18, Calvary will sponsor a "Family Game Night," beginning at 7 p.m. Participants are welcome to bring their favorite, family friendly game to share. Light refreshments will be available. Snow date will be Jan. 25.For more information, call (570) 668-9111.