Santa was seen at Red Deer City Hall Park Tuesday and Thursday this week. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Santa wears a mask and gloves and maintains social distancing protocols. Contributed photo

Santa was seen at Red Deer City Hall Park Tuesday and Thursday this week. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Santa wears a mask and gloves and maintains social distancing protocols. Contributed photo

Santa spotted in downtown Red Deer

Santa was seen at City Hall Park recently.


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