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It’s Friday, Dec. 19, 2025: I can’t believe it, but this is the final issue of 2025. This week, we are taking a look back at all the things we have lost, from the parking meters on Gay Street to the great Daily Local News reporter Michael Rellahan. Some, like the move away from an evening Halloween parade, were not popular; others, like Lascala’s Fire filling the empty space at 44 West, most certainly were. In all, I’ve collected 50 people, places, and things we lost this year—some for the better, others not so much. Take a look back and discuss amongst yourselves. What will you miss most? Which ones are you ok to see go? I would love to hear.
Also, the winners of the 2025 Holiday Window Decorating Contest, a drop in nuisance crimes, a porch pirate sapping the holiday spirit in West Goshen, and a holiday gift for us all: High St. construction is complete! Woohoo!
Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday and a happy New Year! I, for one, can’t wait to see what 2026 brings, but until then . . .
Who’s ready? Let’s catch up.
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