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Macon County Hosts Annual Shop with a Cop Event

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Macon County Hosts Annual Shop with a Cop Event

**Macon, NC** – The Macon County Sheriff’s Office recently hosted its annual Shop with a Cop event, providing a festive Christmas experience for about 233 local children.

Support from organizations and individuals through generous donations made the event possible. Children were able to shop for gifts and then gathered at the FHS cafeteria to enjoy pizza with officers.

During the event, participants took photos with Santa and received books from the Read•2•Me program to foster a love for reading. Sheriff Brent Holbrooks expressed commitment to continuing the event as long as he remains in office.

A retrospective photo from the 2010 event was shared to engage the community in recalling past participants.

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Willingboro Eyes Friday for Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

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Willingboro Sets Date for Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

**Willingboro, NJ** – Willingboro Township is hosting its annual tree lighting ceremony on Friday, December 6 at 7:00 PM. The event will take place at the Municipal Complex located at 1 Reverend Dr. MLK Jr. Drive in Willingboro, New Jersey.

Attendees can look forward to performances, refreshments including hot chocolate and cookies, giveaways, and a visit from Santa Claus. The township aims to kick off the holiday season with community participation and festive activities.

For safety and to ensure a pleasant experience for all, a section of Rev. Dr. MLK Jr. Drive will be temporarily closed to traffic. The closure extends between Pageant Lane and Mosshill Lane during the event.

Residents and visitors are encouraged to join the festivities and celebrate the start of the holiday season in Willingboro.

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