Ayla’s father, Justin DiPietro, told police Dec. 17 that his daughter was missing from her bed when he checked on her that morning at his house in Waterville. Police are continuing a criminal investigation into her disappearance.

A vigil is planned for 5 p.m. Tuesday at the First Congregational Church in Waterville.

Organizer Bob Vear told WCSH-TV that he wants to keep Ayla’s name in the forefront of the news as the investigation continues.

He says he wants to launch a website to raise money for T-shirts, flyers, ribbons and other things to hand out to people.

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Information from: WCSH-TV, http://www.wcsh6.com