Members of the Nesquehoning Lions Club are once again reaching out to residents and local businesses in order to gain additional financial support to replace the town's worn and frayed American flags along with the poles and hardware used to display them at various times during the year.

The Lions have received 75 percent of the funds necessary to pay for the purchase and are counting on the community to help fund the balance.Club secretary Rita Trucios said that continued support is needed so that residents can "take ownership of the project."The Lions Club plans to present the new flags and hardware to Mayor Sam Kitchko and members of the Nesquehoning Borough Council at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, at council chambers.Light refreshments will be available.