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Eatery Closed for Thanksgiving Opens to Uniformed and Seniors

For the fourth year, the Pasta Pizzeria and Grill in Prattville, Alabama has closed its doors to the public on Thanksgiving, but opened them wide for all fire fighters, police staff, military personnel or lonely seniors who want to feast on a buffet brimming with turkey, ham, dressing, squash and green bean casserole.

Halloween Candy Safe, After All

There has never been a single confirmed serious injury from “tainted treats” having been altered by a stranger since fears began spreading among the public in the late 50’s.

Secret Santa Hands out Cash in NY

A big guy with a beard wandered the streets of New York handing out cash at Christmas. The man, wearing a red Santa hat, handed out $100 notes to dozens of people at random over three days.

'Sandy Claus' Delivers Toys to Storm-stricken Kids

Every afternoon and night, the Brooklyn man stuffs his red sack to the brim with presents and heads out to storm-ravaged homes. He is personally delivering new toys to awestruck little kids whose play rooms were destroyed by floodwaters.

Man Brings Santa, Nativity Back to Hoboken Public Housing for 43rd Year

Santa Claus -- aka Julio Sly'' Dones -- is back outside of the Harrison Gardens public housing complex, bringing holiday cheer to children of all ages for the 43rd year in a row. Santa stands next to the elaborate Nativity scene he created at Third and Jackson streets handing out candy while Christmas carols play on a stereo.

Holiday Heroes: Foster Kids Feel Her Love Each Year

Knowing that even if a foster child is placed with a family, it doesn't guarantee a Christmas gift under the tree, Frances Smith for 15 years has used her annual vacation to amass new dolls, clothes, bikes, and games for every child in the foster care system of Coweta County, Georgia.