The area rang in the 2024 holidays in big ways last weekend. Clinton had its annual Shoppers Stroll and parade Friday night, followed by the Jingle Jog 5K Saturday morning. Logan Baker of Waterville came in first, followed by Andy Ford and Matt Lacey of Clinton. Ford was Baker’s coach at Waterville High School. Waterville’s Parade of Lights showcased all sorts of decorated trucks and machines as well as local organizations. More photos, Page 6.