By Susan Manning,
staff writer

Holliston has no shortage of neighbors helping neighbors. 

From church groups to individuals to businesses, everyone pitched in to help fill the empty spaces at the Pantry Shelf. Thanks to those generous donations, those in the community who needed help this holiday season, found it locally.

According to the Pantry Shelf’s Facebook page, two of those helpers include the Holliston Police Department and the Miller Elementary School community.

“Another successful “Cram the Cruiser” is in the books!  Huge shout out to Fred W. Miller Elementary School and the Holliston Police Department for an amazing food drive! Another example of HPD working hard for our community.”

Next up on the thank you list was 5-year-old Maya Kinsler. 

“A big shout out to Maya Kinsler who had her friends bring food donations instead of presents for her 5th birthday! What a generous and giving young lady. Thank you Maya and happy belated birthday.”

The Candy Cottage made sure those in need had a sweet treat this holiday season.

“Many thanks to The Candy Cottage for their donation of Gingerbread house kits and treats for our shoppers!”

Who doesn’t love listening to a local caroling group during the holidays?

“A special thank you to Lena Jankovsky and her fellow carolers at Blair Square for the monetary and food donations collected from our community. So very thoughtful!” it’s never too early to teach kids about the value of taking care of others.

“A special thank you to Erica Brote Kuharich and the 4th grade students at St. Mary’s for their hard work to create amazing holiday gift bags for their neighbors in need.”