Lawrence lights up for the holidays

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LAWRENCE — Santa Claus was in town Friday night, making his first visit to the Merrimack Valley for Lawrence’s annual tree lighting.
Mayor Brian DePena kicked off traditional Christmas festivities early this year while many were still readying and traveling for Thanksgiving holiday and weekend.
The tree-lighting party included Santa as well as Christmas carol singing, hot chocolate and free toys.
The lights will shine until Jan. 6, switching on at dark each night, DePena said.