Holiday bureau taking applications for aid

Ballard Community Services Holiday Bureau program will again provide clothing, gifts and food for low-income families this holiday season.

The bureau will begin taking applications on Monday, with eligibility determined by household income and Douglas County residency.

Applicants should take a photo ID, clothing sizes, gift requests and meal preferences to one of the following service agencies: Ballard Center, 708 Elm St.; Penn House, 1035 Pa.; Salvation Army, 946 N.H.; ECKAN, 2518 Ridge Court; or Douglas County Senior Services, 745 Vt.