Parts of Coplay have taken on the appearance of a construction zone as portions of borough streets are closed during the day due to excavation on gas lines.

A private company retained by UGI continues to replace aged pipes and meters.

UGI said excavations average two residences per day, adding there are 80 plus homes on Fourth Street.

The gas company is making improvements across its service territory, including Whitehall and Northampton.

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The Coplay Town Watch will meet Wednesday, Jan.15, at 7 p.m., in council chambers at the borough hall.

A representative from Project Lifesaver will be the guest speaker.

The session is open to the public.

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A cash bingo fundraiser will benefit the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. The event will be held at Commitment to Family and Community, 165 Cherry St. Included will be a 50/50 raffle and food for sale. Doors will open 1 p.m. Jan. 12, and calling will begin at 2 p.m.

It is sponsored by Shari Noctor of Re/Max Real Estate.

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Borough residents are reminded of the free swim Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Whitehall High School pool.

Family swim is held 7 to 8 p.m. after which the pool is open to adults, from 8 to 9 p.m.

Children 10 and under must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. A photo ID is required.

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The Coplay Recreation & Welfare Association's food bank is open to borough residents the second Tuesday of the month, 9 to 10:30 a.m. The food bank is located in the basement of borough hall, Fourth and Center streets.

Along with a holiday dinner and the December monthly food distribution, families received a box of food from Giant food store. The grocery store made a $10 donation for the special box.

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An Epiphany Open House will be held Saturday, Jan. 18, noon to 8 p.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church Parsonage, 305 Coplay St. Church members and friends are welcome. Along with food and fellowship, Pastor Timothy Boyer's trains will be running and on display.