EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Jewish community prepares to celebrate the first day of Hanukkah with a public Menorah lighting Thursday evening. The Hanukkah, known as the Jewish festival of lights, kicks off the evening of December 7th and will conclude December 15th. The large public menorah displayed outside of the Chabad
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El Paso, TX (KVIA)-The PNC Christmas Price Index shows the current cost for one set of each gift given in the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” The Christmas Price Index was first calculated in the mid-1980s, and the gift costs around $20,000. Today, it’s closer to $47,000. While the index is not an exact
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso and the El Paso International Airport invites the public to the annual Winterfest Holiday Social happening Thursday, December 7, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. As a part of the celebration, the community is invited to visit the airport and enjoy delicious food, tasty beverages,
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Porch pirate activity has online shoppers on high alert. 17% of Americans falling victim to package theft in the last three months, according to a recent study by Security.org. Corie Wagner, Senior Editor for Industry Research at Security.org, emphasizes the significance of this issue. “18% of people said that they’d
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Chabad Lubavitch of El Paso is hosting a Hanukkah menorah lighting Thursday, December 7, 2023. The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. at the Chabad Lubavitch Center for Jewish Life on the 6500 block of Escondido Drive in West El Paso. Attendees will enjoy matzah ball soup and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Pasoans can enjoy some holiday cheer at the Paso Del Norte Hotel in Downtown El Paso this weekend, including visits with Santa Claus, a tree lighting, live music and more. The event is free and open to the public, beginning at 4:30 p.m. Saturday. A more detailed schedule is
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of Socorro will be having the annual Winterfest celebration Friday night. The event kicks off with a holiday parade at 6:30 p.m. The parade will begin at Sanchez Middle School at 321 N. Rio vista Rd., and will travel down that street to the Rio Vista Community Center
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SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) — The annual Sunland Park holiday tree lighting will take place Friday afternoon. The public is welcome to enjoy the festivities at 1000 McNutt Rd at 5:30 p.m.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Polar Express exhibit is now open at the Sunflower Bank location in Downtown El Paso. This display is presented in partnership with the Railroad Model and Historical Association of El Paso (EPMR). The viewing of the display is free and open to the public at Sunflower Bank’s branch at
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Billions of dollars are expected in online sales this holiday season, according to The Better Business Bureau. This year, FBI El Paso wants local shoppers to enjoy a scam-free holiday season by remaining vigilant against holiday scams. Special Agent Jeanette Harper, FBI El Paso Public Affairs Officer, says “scammers will
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Small Business Saturday is the holiday that follows Black Friday, and encourages people everywhere to shop local for the holidays. ABC-7 spoke with several business owners about the importance of supporting locally-owned shops right here in the Borderland. “It’s good to shop local, so that we can keep money in
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Holiday festivities will be going on all weekend throughout the Borderland as Christmas nears. The Magic of Lights illuminates Camp Cohen Water Park for the first time ever this holiday season. The drive-through holiday lights spectacular is hosted by the City of El Paso. It open from November 17th to December 31st
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The 2023 Holiday Lights on the Lake at Ascarate Park, from Fred Loya Partners L.P. & El Paso County, will fill the night sky starting at 5:30 p.m. Friday. The kickoff event will include music, food options and even the traditional visit from Santa Claus. The annual holiday event will
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Thousands of Borderland shoppers headed out to local shopping centers this Black Friday. ABC-7 crews witnessed lines of people gathering outside of Cielo Vista Mall in East El Paso Friday morning. Shoppers said they were looking for the best deals in electronics and clothes. ABC-7 spoke with the general of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Eager shoppers arrived at Cielo Vista Mall by 4:00 a.m. for Black Friday deals. Despite forming lines, a seasoned shopper noted a significant decrease in the usual hustle, she says, “It has died down tremendously; you don’t see the big crowds or people fighting for TVs like in prior years.”
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank saw record-breaking numbers of volunteers this Thanksgiving Eve, with an increased demand for food at the bank. There were scores of volunteers on hand, after calls for volunteers from El Pasoans Fighting Hunger. If you want to continue to help the food bank
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — While the holidays bring cheer every year, they also pose a risk to pets. El Paso Animal Services has tips to help keep your furry friends safe this holiday season. Mindful Decorations: Choose pet-friendly decorations and avoid using items that could be harmful if ingested, such as tinsel or small ornaments.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The holiday season is known to be the season of giving, and a tradition that is over a century old is back to help you help those in need. USPS Operation Santa turns 111 years old this year, and for the first time ever, the program is open before Black
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As millions of Americans are prepping their Thanksgiving meals Thursday, retailers and shoppers are prepping for holiday shopping season — including the fraudulent deals that come with it. This year, Customs and Border Protection and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce are promoting safe, authentic shopping for the entire holiday season.
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Thursday is the 87th Annual Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers Sun Bowl Parade, set to kick off at 10:00 a.m. Parade-goers have been camping out overnight to snag a good spot. This long-awaited tradition will gather over 150,000 people celebrating Thanksgiving. The theme this year is Rock ‘N’ Roll
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — As the holiday season approaches, El Paso International Airport (ELP) anticipates a surge in travelers, with a notable 9 percent increase in passenger traffic year-to-date. Thanksgiving travel season is set to extend until Tuesday, November 28. The peak travel days for ELP are projected to be Wednesday, November 22, and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Before lowering the turkey into the oil, the El Paso Fire Department emphasizes the importance of ensuring the turkey is completely thawed and dry. Failure to follow these instructions could result in a dangerous fireball when combined with hot oil. In case of a fire, Enrique Dueñas, spokesperson for EPFD,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Green Bay Packers Running Back Aaron Jones, along with his brother Alvin, extended a helping hand to the El Paso community earlier today through a turkey drive organized by their A&A All The Way Foundation. The initiative aimed to ensure that local families have a festive Thanksgiving by providing 225
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As Thanksgiving approaches, El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank (EPFH) is reaching out to the community, urging individuals to play a crucial role in helping food-insecure neighbors. Traditionally, the day before Thanksgiving sets records for EPFH, and this year, they’re calling for volunteers to make an impact. Volunteers are the
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The Salvation Army is hosting their annual Thanksgiving Food Drive this Thursday. This year, more than ever, there is an increasing struggle of food insecurity. Joanna Estrada, public relations manager for The Salvation Army of El Paso, says “There’s going to be a lot of tough choices for families this
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By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer It’s been a wonderful year at the movies for cinephiles, but what do you get for the film lover who has seen everything already? The holidays always bring anniversary releases of tried-and-true classics, like the 4K Ultra HD 25th Anniversary Titanic re-release. Or the tricked-out 4K sets of biggest
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By MARIA SHERMAN AP Music Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — From the obsessive record collector to the casual listener. The shower singers to the rock stars of tomorrow. There’s a music-inspired gift for everyone over the holidays. The challenge, of course, is in the decision making. Is a genre-specific festival ticket the way to go?
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By LEANNE ITALIE AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK (AP) — A good book packs power. A good book thoughtfully chosen as a gift can add a layer of joy. The holidays are a great time to track down just the right coffee table reads. This year’s crop doesn’t disappoint. There’s an overview of the work
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By LEANNE ITALIE AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Staring down a hefty holiday gift list? There’s something for everybody out there. Artisan gifts can be a hit. Head to Etsy to tap into the global handmade marketplace’s trends for the season. This year, they include “grandpa chic,” a counterpoint to the “granny chic”
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — TSA said it is expecting to screen 30 million people this week, as Americans travel to family, friends, and different destinations for Thanksgiving. This marks the highest number of people expected to travel by air for the holiday since 2005. Many El Pasoans arrived early at El Paso International Airport
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