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Santa Set To Ride With The Atlantic Highlands First Aid Squad
Monday, 30 November 2009 22:10 | 
ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS – The elves at the Atlantic Highlands First Aid &
Safety Squad are once again preparing to help guide Santa Claus
through the borough.
The all-volunteer organization’s annual Santa Runs will get underway Dec. 7 at 6 p.m. and, weather permitting, will end Dec. 11. Each evening, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., the squad’s ambulances will lead Santa on his sleigh through the streets of the borough, stopping to meet and mingle with families along the way.
And, for the second consecutive year, the squad is building a food drive into the program. The organization is asking residents to donate non-perishable food items, which will then be delivered to area food banks.
“Our effort to collect food as part of the Santa runs was an unqualified success last year,” said Richard Huff, chief of the AHFAS. “This year, the food pantry needs our help more than ever. We’re asking residents to donate whatever they can.”
As with previous years, Santa and his sleigh, along with members of the AHFAS, will cruise slowly through town. They’ll be judiciously using the sirens, have flashing lights going, and holiday music playing to let residents know Santa is on his way.
The Atlantic Highlands First Aid Squad provides free around-the-clock emergency medical services and rescue operations to area residents. The squad operates on donations from the community and the borough.
“The Santa Runs really are a highlight of the year,” Huff said. “We have a great time bringing him around town. The reaction from the children is priceless. Likewise, collecting food for neighbors in need adds an extra level of satisfaction to the program for all.”
For those who may have special needs during the Santa Runs, please call the AHFAS’ non-emergency number of (732) 291-8118. Food can also be dropped off at the Atlantic Highlands Community Events Committee Christmas tree sale. The AHFAS can also be found on the Internet at www.ahfirstaid.org.
The all-volunteer organization’s annual Santa Runs will get underway Dec. 7 at 6 p.m. and, weather permitting, will end Dec. 11. Each evening, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., the squad’s ambulances will lead Santa on his sleigh through the streets of the borough, stopping to meet and mingle with families along the way.
And, for the second consecutive year, the squad is building a food drive into the program. The organization is asking residents to donate non-perishable food items, which will then be delivered to area food banks.
“Our effort to collect food as part of the Santa runs was an unqualified success last year,” said Richard Huff, chief of the AHFAS. “This year, the food pantry needs our help more than ever. We’re asking residents to donate whatever they can.”
As with previous years, Santa and his sleigh, along with members of the AHFAS, will cruise slowly through town. They’ll be judiciously using the sirens, have flashing lights going, and holiday music playing to let residents know Santa is on his way.
The Atlantic Highlands First Aid Squad provides free around-the-clock emergency medical services and rescue operations to area residents. The squad operates on donations from the community and the borough.
“The Santa Runs really are a highlight of the year,” Huff said. “We have a great time bringing him around town. The reaction from the children is priceless. Likewise, collecting food for neighbors in need adds an extra level of satisfaction to the program for all.”
For those who may have special needs during the Santa Runs, please call the AHFAS’ non-emergency number of (732) 291-8118. Food can also be dropped off at the Atlantic Highlands Community Events Committee Christmas tree sale. The AHFAS can also be found on the Internet at www.ahfirstaid.org.
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