5 Local Last-Minute Gift Ideas

1. If you're thinking of buying someone a gift card, there's no need to go to the mall. at 74 E Main St. offers iTunes cards as well as gift cards to stores such as Sears, Areopostale, Express, Macy's, Bloomingdales, Gap, Gap Children, Banana Republic, American Eagle, and Old Navy. You can also find gift baskets and sets, fragrances, and more.

2. at 23 Lyman St. also sells gift cards to stores such as Lowe's, Macy's and Barnes & Noble as well as some restaurant gift cards. The store also has candles, some office supplies, small kitchen appliances, and a floral department.

3. at 330 Turnpike Rd. has gifts for all ages, from toys to clothing, electronics and home decor. You can also find video games for Nintendo, PlayStation and Xbox.

4. If you're really waiting until the last minute, at 2 South St. is open 24 hours, even on Christmas Day. Fill their stockings with candy bars or other snacks or give someone the chance to win big by getting them a lottery ticket.

5. Starbucks Coffee at 140 Turnpike Rd. is also open on Christmas Day (from 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.). You can find coffees and teas to brew at home as well as mugs and other gifts for the coffee-lover.