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April 27, 1972 – James D. Rielly Awarded Citation
Throughout his career, Jim Rielly received numerous letters of…

What is the meaning behind the James D. Rielly Foundation logo?
The “mark” in the James D. Rielly Foundation logo is…

The Gift This of Santa: Himself
As we continue to go through our archives of past news articles…

Found: A 700-Year-Old Ring Adorned With St. Nicholas
During the Middle Ages, it was not uncommon for wearers to…

Local St. Nick Asks Bristolians Play Host to GIs
We found this while going through the archives at the Bristol…

U.S. Senate: James D. Rielly – A Truly Remarkable Santa Claus
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On January 31, 1979 -- thirty-nine (39) years ago today, Senator…

Jim Rielly’s Bench
A big thank you to Bristol Town Administrator Steven Contente…

International Santa Claus Hall of Fame
James D. Rielly - Inducted into the International Santa Claus…