PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — December 25 marks not only Christmas this year but the first day of Hannukah, a rare overlap.
To celebrate, a giant Menorah was lit in Portland's Pioneer Courthouse Square downtown, symbolizing hope, pride and illuminating the darkness.
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People from Portland's Jewish community came out in droves for the lighting.
Attendees who spoke to KOIN 6 News said they came to honor traditions.