Holidays and Other Things to Cheer in the Chathams

It was a busy week leading up to Christmas in the Chathams.  From school board news to Santa's visit, there was a lot happening in town.  In case you think you may have missed any of the news (perhaps because you were busy shopping), here is the week in review:

On Monday, we reported how Superintendent Jim O'Neill said Gov. Chris Christie had "gone too far" in recent attacks on Chatham. "I have no intention of being silent when he makes outlandish, untrue statements about the school district or me personally," O'Neill told Chatham Patch.  To read more about the issue between the governor and the School Board, click .

With the holidays in mind, we also reported on how popular "regifting" is.  To see just how many people admit to the practice, click .  In another story, Chatham Patch also reported about the earlier this week.  

On Tuesday, we reported on many to give this holiday season. We also shared with you tips from the county on how to recycle gift boxes and wrapping paper this holiday.  To learn what you can do, click .

On Wednesday, Patch reported on the Chatham man who was named in alleged Ponzi scheme that bilked $40 million from investors.  To learn more about the case, click

While Christmas is the main event this weekend, there are also other activities such as plays to see, which is what we reported on Thursday in "  If you're looking for a Chinese, Japanese or Indian restaurant to eat in today, Patch contributor MaryLynn Schiavi compiled a list of good places, click  to see where to go. 

Finally, on Friday we bought you good tidings and reported on Santa's special visit to town.  Santa Claus took time from his busy schedule to visit with a large crowd of boys and girls from Chatham Borough Friday afternoon at Reasoner Park.  Click to check out the video of his visit.

Merry Christmas!