Santa’s typically nonstop Christmas route took a surprising detour in northeastern Ohio, where his sleigh remained parked for 40 minutes at an old girlfriend’s house. Listing it as an official stop, NORAD’s tracker confirmed his presence on the rooftop in the early hours of Wednesday morning, sparking playful speculation about this uncharacteristic delay.

“The Peppermint Mafia” is a holiday-timed cartoon crafted by Alex Portal for the Post Star. This entertainment piece, released on December 23, 2025, offers readers a witty take on the season’s spirit, though the full version remains exclusively accessible through paid plans.