The Cape Neddick Light, fondly known as Nubble Light, failed to sparkle in holiday colors, as planned, on Saturday because of an electrical problem.

York officials planned to hook things up — they think winds may have caused a disconnection — and light the festooned lighthouse today.

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The Cape Neddick Light, on an island off of York, wears its seasonal finery on Saturday, but its holiday lights had to wait to shine.
The Cape Neddick Light, on an island off of York, wears its seasonal finery on Saturday, but its holiday lights had to wait to shine. Jill Brady/Staff Photographer
Karen Bonner of Plainville, Mass., takes a photo of her daughters, Jaclyn, 6, and Jessica, 10, in front of a lobster-trap Christmas tree at Sohier Park in York on Saturday.
Karen Bonner of Plainville, Mass., takes a photo of her daughters, Jaclyn, 6, and Jessica, 10, in front of a lobster-trap Christmas tree at Sohier Park in York on Saturday. Jill Brady/Staff Photographer
A diver from United Divers of New Hampshire presents a lit tree from under the water at the Lighting of the Nubble ceremony.
A diver from United Divers of New Hampshire presents a lit tree from under the water at the Lighting of the Nubble ceremony. Jill Brady/Staff Photographer
Children gather to talk to Santa Claus at the York event.
Children gather to talk to Santa Claus at the York event. Jill Brady/Staff Photographer
The Coastal Capers perform holiday melodies as snow falls Saturday afternoon.
The Coastal Capers perform holiday melodies as snow falls Saturday afternoon. Jill Brady/Staff Photographer
Ben Hines of York, left, and his grandmother, Millie Hines of Florida, enjoy warm cocoa and some cuddling in the cold.
Ben Hines of York, left, and his grandmother, Millie Hines of Florida, enjoy warm cocoa and some cuddling in the cold. Jill Brady/Staff Photographer

The traditional lighting event drew a festive crowd to York on Saturday to hear musical performances and enjoy free hot chocolate provided by local volunteers.

The United Divers of New Hampshire managed to raise a decorated Christmas tree from the ocean, a presentation that has become one of the event’s unofficial traditions.

And the big bright spot for the children was a visit from Santa.

 

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