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POLAR EXPRESS DAY, a beloved tradition for first-graders attending the Batchelder School, was held last week. The students, appropriately dressed in their best pajamas, were anxious to hear the story told by the Conductor (a.k.a. Principal Michael Maloney) of a magical trip to the North Pole on Christmas Eve. Among the passengers were front row…

“I JUST LIKE TO SMILE. Smiling’s my favorite.” Emulating the philosophy of Buddy the Elf, a visit from Santa brought out the smiles of everyone attending the Christmas Party at North Reading’s China Cuisine, including, from left to right, Terri, Leah and Lynn Ferrazzani, and Amy McCarthy. (Courtesy Photo)

THE FIRST NIGHT of Hanukkah was celebrated on the Town Common Sunday night, December 18 as families gathered to light the first candle on the large menorah during a ceremony conducted by Rabbi Asher Bronstein of Chabad of Merrimack Valley. The celebration included hot latkes, donuts, The Great Gelt Drop and a raffle. (Eric Evans…

With what delight I see you!
When winter days are dark and drear
You bring us hope for all the year.
O Tannenbaum, O Tannenbaum,
With what delight I see you!

(Maureen Doherty Photo)

CHRISTMAS CAROLS were sung by members of NOTEorious, the high school’s championship a cappella group, as part of the Holiday Tree Lighting festivities which returned this year after a two-year hiatus due to Covid. (Eric Evans Photo)