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Their book on the Qby. Spruce that became Rockefeller Center’s Christmas Tree

By Zander Frost, Chronicle Staff Writer

Glens Falls children’s author Mary Jean DeSantis and illustrator Anthony Richichi are back with a second book, this time about the journey last year of a Norway Spruce on Main Street, Queensbury that became the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in Manhattan.

The duo’s first book, Where Are You, Alfie?, told the story of the miniature Australian Shepherd lost when his family from Pittsburgh vacationed …

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Our November 27 front page

Happy Thanksgiving! Bonacio dives into redo of Hot Shots; Sandy’s; incubator. Mary Jean & Anthony have done it again. 40th year of Hometown Thanksgiving. Streaking raged 50 years ago. Tim McNulty: Seeking Elise’s seat requires millions of $$, time & ‘a team’. GF football in NYS state semis; Lilac scores ‘hat trick’. Armed robbery at Lake George gas pump. Festival of Trees at Queensbury Hotel. Veterinarian seeks to open on …

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Our November 21 front page

Thanksgiving Prep! Next issue early, Wednesday, Nov. 27. Billy Floyd: Thunder’s ‘Locked In’ vibe maker. Romeo buying Whiteman Chevy. Sticker Mule CEO seeks Stefanik seat. Glens Falls football wins Section II title; next, Ogdensburg. New route for 12th Greenwich Lighted Tractor Parade. Councilman Lapham shaves head to mourn election results. Luzerne’s Merlino: ‘I won’t run again’. Matt Simpson tells Wash. Co. Board: NYS may cut funds to rural schools. Sunday …

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Lights to light on Nov. 22 at Paul Smith’s house, Clayton Ave., Glens Falls

Chronicle Managing Editor Cathy DeDe writes: Friday evening, Nov. 22, Paul Smith will flip the switch to “on” for the massive light display and interactive attraction at his house on Clayton Avenue, Glens Falls, behind the high school football field.

Santa will be there from 5 to 8 p.m.

Rain date for Santa, if it’s pouring, is Friday, Nov. 29, also 5 to 8 p.m.

Added attractions this year include …

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