‘Twas the night before Christmas

Happy Holidays from Santa Claus and Black Press

Santa Claus and all of us at Black Press Media wish you a very merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.

Travel safe this festive season and look after each another.

May there be food on your table and warmth in your heart.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

 

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