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‘Santa’s Magical Masks’ Liverpool author creates sequel to ‘Santa’s First Helper’ By Janelle Davis Christmas is a special time for children. They enjoy decorating the tree, visiting Santa Claus, and reading their favorite Christmas stories. Many are familiar with stories like “Twas the Night Before Christmas” and “A Christmas Carol” to name a few. For many local readers among those classic titles is a book called “Santa’s First Helper.” It is was written by Gerald M. Hoppe in 1987. “Santa’s First Helper,” tells the tale of how Santa’s Head Elf named WeeOne, wishes to possess Santa’s magical powers and the silly lengths he goes to obtain them. It also explains to all of the little ones who wonder who all of the Santa Clauses they see in malls are, who those stand ins are and who the real Santa Claus is. Hoppe dedicated the book to his son, Marc, who became severely disabled and passed away in 1990. He and his wife often read “Santa’s First Helper” to Marc as they worked on a communi-

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John Hoppe of Liverpool created a sequel to his brother Gerald’s Christmas story “Santa’s First Helper.” cation system. Hoppe himself spent some time as “Santa.” Years ago, he was one of

Santa’s helpers at Shoppingtown, Fairmount Fair, and the Penn Can malls, where children would come to share their

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Liverpool Elementary students honor their veterans

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In honor of Veterans Day, Liverpool Elementary students recently invited the veterans in their lives to a special celebration at the school. Wearing patriotic colors, the LE third- through fifth-graders participated in several musical performances to recognize those who have served or are currently serving in the United States military. Students also shared the origins of Veterans Day with those in attendance. The veterans in attendance were then joined by their LE family members and had the opportunity to introduce themselves and their branch of service. Following the assembly, the veteran families enjoyed a special reception in the LE cafeteria.

Clay hosts Land Use Study open house

The town of Clay recently announced it will host an interactive open house for the Land Use Study, set to take place from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 29, at the Clay Town Hall, 4401 Route 31, Clay. This event represents a significant step in the ongoing effort to understand and shape the future land use within the town of Clay. It is an engaging platform for residents and stakeholders to contribute to the planning process directly. Organized by the town, this open house is designed to be an informative and collaborative session where community members can learn more about the land use study process. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with various stations, each focusing on different aspects of the plan and issues facing the town. These stations aim to gather insights and foster discussions about the future development of Clay. The interactive stations will cover topics such as future land use, transportation alternatives, open space management, desirable and undesirable land uses and specific issues related to the northern areas of the town. Moreover, the event will address the broader vision, goals, and current challenges facing Clay, encouraging participants to voice their perspectives and preferences. The town of Clay has stated it emphasizes the importance of community involvement in this process, adding that the insights and contributions of residents are vital in creating a comprehensive and forwardthinking land use plan that truly reflects the community’s needs and aspirations. This open house is an informational session and a call to action for all who care about Clay’s sustainable and vibrant future. Residents, business owners and all stakeholders are encouraged to attend this event. The participation of these community members is crucial in shaping a shared vision for the town of Clay and ensuring that the future development aligns with the community’s collective goals. For more information, contact the Town of Clay Supervisor’s office.

About the Town of Clay Land Use Study

The Land Use Study is a complete effort to guide the community’s future development and planning decisions. Through a collaborative and community-driven approach, the study aims to create a sustainable and thriving future for Clay, balancing growth, environmental stewardship, and the unique needs of its residents and businesses.

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community: Lights on the Lake returns for 34th season.

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