Volunteer Clayton Fusinetti of Dalzell, places wrapping paper on a gift during the Blue and Red Christmas for Kids on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025 at the City of Peru Public Safety Complex. Blue and Red will be delivering gifts to 85 children on Friday, Dec. 19. Area schools provided toys to fire and police department with children’s names and their Christmas lists. The program relays on donations including a $2,000 donation from the City of Peru in November. The Christmas program was established in 2013 by the Peru police and fire departments. It donates more than gifts to children in need; it provides personalized gifts for each child and family, including clothing and toys. (Scott Anderson)
Scott Anderson
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