The Eastern Salisbury Fire Department escorted Santa throughout the east side of Salisbury Dec. 17 to the delight of children in the township. LEFT: The Santa Run crew escorts Santa around the eastern side of the township. Merry Christmas! Additional photos appear on Page A2. PRESS PHOTO BY SARAH TAKACS

Junior firefighter Leighna Takacs, firefighter AJ Tejada, Santa (assisted by Eric Oehling), Explorer Megan Fries and firefighter Alex Lacey spread holiday cheer Dec. 17. PRESS PHOTOS BY SARAH TAKACS

The big man himself is escorted through the east side of the township with helpers from Eastern Salisbury Fire Department.