Collection points for the Standard’s Christmas Toy Appeal will close next Friday.And while we are grateful to everyone who has gifted a toy or chocolate treat so far, we are asking our readers to dig deep and make this last week really count.We are working hard with a variety of local agencies to spread some festive spirit for children living in poverty and struggling families right on our doorsteps.This week we were given a fantastic boost from long-time supporters of the Toy Appeal – Dumfries Lions Club.Lions, helped by Morrisons community champion Myra Smith, presented the appeal with £400 worth of gift vouchers which are much appreciated.We have hundreds of children on our agency lists – of all ages from babies to teenagers –
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