Should Hanukkah have the hype?

People over the holidays are extremely focused around Christmas rather than Hanukkah, sparking Hanukkah traditions and celebrations based off of Christmas classics.

By Lauren Snerson and Avery Lieberman|December 23, 2020

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Lauren Snerson, Lead News Editor

Lauren is the Lead News Editor editor for the 2020-2021 Wessex Wire. Some of her favorite shows are "Friends," "The Voice" and she is currently watching "Grey's Anatomy." She enjoys spending time with her family and friends and her favorite food is sushi. Fun Fact: She has 7 Grandparents.

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Avery Lieberman, Lead Features Editor

Avery is the Lead Features Editor for the 2020-2021 Wessex Wire. She loves coffee, "Frozen" and spending time with her friends and family. Fun fact: My grandma was on "Jeopardy" while pregnant with my dad.

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Should Hanukkah have the hype?