We'd like to wish all our readers a happy holidays, and to say we hope you thrive in the new year. 

We’re putting down the phones and shutting down the laptops for a few days, as we do every year at this time. We will begin reporting news again on Jan. 7.

It's been a busy year so we hope you're able to put your feet up and relax for a few days, and enjoy some time with friends and family. 

See you in 2025.

Peter and Carol Moreira