May your blessing be upon all who gather around this tree, all who keep the Christmas festival by its lights. We wait for the coming of the Christ, the days of everlasting justice and of peace.

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So as Christmas fast approaches, presents are purchased and parties are in full swing, it's time to turn the festivities up a notch and plan a visit to see some of the state's seriously impressive ...

Walking into a festive Christmas display in a front yard in Kamloops is like walking into a real-life Whoville. There are seven-foot candy canes, a big, red Santa sleigh and a mind-boggling number ...