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NORWICH – The Bandera Family Christmas Dinner is returning to Norwich on Christmas with approximately 1,200 meals planned for area residents, and a goal of getting people together on the holiday.

According to Bandera Family Representative Bill Bandera, there are free delivery options available as well as a sit-down location from 1 to 4 p.m. on Christmas at American Legion Post 189 in Norwich for residents of Chenango County.

Bandera said since 1989, the Bandera Family and Community Alliance has served a Christmas dinner in Binghamton, free and open to anyone in need of a meal or company for the holiday, with the organization expanding to Norwich last year. Bandera added that last year the organization served 3,500 meals on Christmas Day.

“This isn’t just about the people you serve, it’s also about you,” said Bandera. “The food is just a vehicle to fuel social interaction, and our service is a form of love that never fails.”