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VIDEO: 'Up on the Housetop' — Santa Visits Salem

Santa arrived at the Hawthorne Hotel Friday night and paid a visit to Museum Place Mall to catch up with Salem's children.

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The children and families of Salem welcomed Santa Friday.

Jolly Old St. Nick arrived on the roof with the help of the fire department on a Swampscott ladder truck.

Following his arrival, he visited the for photos and conversations with Salem's children as they shared their Christmas wishes.

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Watch our video for a look at Santa's visit and be sure to check out our photos attached to our story.

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