Festive floats return to the streets after 25 years


Joy to the world: Attendees alongside a float made by the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Penang during the state Christmas celebration at St George’s Church. — CHAN BOON KAI/The Star

GEORGE TOWN: Penang’s Christmas Parade made a triumphant return after a 25-year hiatus, and not even the weather could dampen the spirits of those attending.

A heavy downpour just as the procession began sent many scrambling for umbrellas and raincoats, but they carried on with unwavering spirit.

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