Happy Independence Day! Wishing all of Lynn Township a happy and safe Fourth of July.

As we enjoy our picnics, firework displays and parades, may we all be mindful liberty is expensive and hard-fought.

And, those who surrender liberty for security, have neither.

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Ebenezer UCC, New Tripoli, announces Vacation Bible School, called "Everest: Conquering Challenges with God's Might Power" will run from 6-8:30 p.m. July 19-23.

VBS is open to kids ages 3 to fifth grade.

Ebenezer's clothing closet will be open 6-8 p.m. July 9 and 10 a.m.-noon July 11.

Free clothing is available for the entire family.

Take as much as you need. Proof of need not required.

For information, call 610-298-8000.

Clothing donations not being accepted at this time

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New Bethel Church, Kempton, is hosting a bus trip Sept. 12 to see the show, "Joseph" at Sight and Sound Theatre, Lancaster. Lunch will be at Shady Maple.

Proceeds benefit church programs.

For more information or to attend, call Margie at 610-298-2451.