Aruba Christmas lights were switched on on Friday evening, November 6, around Parliament, Plaza Henny Eman and Cocolishi, according to 24ora. Infrastructure Minister Rene Herde thanked Department of Public Works crews for preparing the seasonal display.
DOW prepares a longer illuminated route
The minister said crews had worked over the preceding days to ready the installation. According to the report, this was the first year DOW installed lighting along the route from the Governor’s Office, through Plaza Henny Eman and Parliament, to the Government Office.
Minister highlights seasonal togetherness
Herde described the display as a contribution to hope and unity at year-end. He also said workers had expressed an intention to expand the decorations next year. That is a stated intention, not confirmation of an approved future programme or budget.
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