LET THERE BE LIGHTS. The 14th Annual Festival of Lights Celebration brought the spirit of the holidays to life - and into light - throughout York Village on Saturday, Dec. 2. With favorite traditions from festivals past and brand new events for this year's celebration, those who braved the chill to take part in the daylong festivities had nothing but praise for the Old York Historical Society, York Parks and Recreation and the many individuals, groups and businesses that came together to make the event, and its parade, a success. Pictured here, Santa and Mrs. Claus take a ride in a reindeer-drawn open sleigh along York Street during the Festival of Lights Parade. For more images from this year's event, see our Festival of Lights Photo Gallery. Photo by Steve Rasche

Members of York High School's brand new Shtick Happens Players are gearing up for two very special performances this weekend in honor of longtime local teacher Jack Hoyt, who is battling leukemia. Pictured are members of the troupe, including Jhames Steinsiek and Candace Yorston (foreground), taking part in an improvised scene. Read story.
Photo by Jennifer L. Saunders