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Parent prioritizes son’s health
Amanda LureyMany parents are stretched thin right now, and the holidays don’t slow down that struggle. One parent wrote to … [Read more...] about Parent prioritizes son’s health
Family wants kids to look forward to Christmas
Jackie MannoNo family should have to choose between paying bills and paying for food — especially during the holiday … [Read more...] about Family wants kids to look forward to Christmas
Mom wishes baby a joyful first Christmas
Elizabeth Della PianaWhen it comes to a baby's first Christmas, most parents hope to make it joyful and bright. At that age, the … [Read more...] about Mom wishes baby a joyful first Christmas
Mom wants to better daughter’s life
Sophia HarrisAmong the many heartfelt messages sent to Item Santa this season, one letter from a young mother captures the … [Read more...] about Mom wants to better daughter’s life
Item Santa delivering for 59th year
Sophia HarrisThis year has been filled with constant reminders about the state of the economy and how challenging it has … [Read more...] about Item Santa delivering for 59th year
Santa’s Helping Hands holds annual scavenger hunt
Jackie Manno
LYNN - More than 100 community members gathered at Old Tyme Italian Cuisine on Sunday to compete in a … [Read more...] about Santa’s Helping Hands holds annual scavenger hunt
Thank you, Item readers
Steve KrauseWe've made it through another hectic holiday season — almost! We still have Christmas Eve and Christmas Day … [Read more...] about Thank you, Item readers
Mother hopes for joyful Christmas
Elizabeth Della PianaThe clock has ticked down, and Christmas is officially right around the corner. Still, many families are in … [Read more...] about Mother hopes for joyful Christmas
Help mom shoulder Christmas
Grace Calandrella
The holiday season is here and it truly is meant to be the most joyous time of year. Christmas is around the … [Read more...] about Help mom shoulder Christmas
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Struggling mother of one seeks help
Zach LairdITEM SANTA — Sometimes I think that I had it bad growing up — then, when I sit back and really start pondering … [Read more...] about Struggling mother of one seeks help
Mother has a healthy need
Elizabeth Della PianaThis year, allergy season began early and has lasted longer as the weather in places remains warm through fall … [Read more...] about Mother has a healthy need
Single mom needs help
Luke ActonIf there is one thing that I’ve learned from my first year writing for the Item Santa, it’s that the … [Read more...] about Single mom needs help
Mom with newborn in need of your help
Adam LevineSaint Nicholas was born on March 15, 270 in present-day Turkey. The third-century Christian bishop was known … [Read more...] about Mom with newborn in need of your help
Family of five needs your help
Mark AboyounThis family of five needs help from Item Santa. With three kids, there’s always something going on in the … [Read more...] about Family of five needs your help
Low-income family has high hopes
Craig DaweIt may be winter, but Christmas is a holiday that brings out tremendous warmth in everyone. And while … [Read more...] about Low-income family has high hopes
Help grandma help grandson
Anne Marie TobinWith less than two weeks to go until Christmas, there has never been a better time to reach into your pockets … [Read more...] about Help grandma help grandson
Desperate family needs your help
Steve KrauseEverything during the Christmas season is magnified, whether intentional or not. Take lights. Some families … [Read more...] about Desperate family needs your help
Oh, boy, help keep the fun in Christmas
Grace CalandrellaEveryone remembers going to bed the night before Christmas as a kid, the overwhelming amount of joy, and the … [Read more...] about Oh, boy, help keep the fun in Christmas
Family in need of your help
Zach LairdSpending my days as a reporter trying to navigate my way around the North Shore, I don’t get many chances to … [Read more...] about Family in need of your help