BREWER – The city is partnering with Aubuchon Hardware to sponsor a new holiday decorating and lighting contest this year.

All participants must register at Brewer Parks and Recreation Department to be eligible for the prizes, which will be awarded for overall house display, best entry way and best picture window. Aubuchon will present gift certificates for first, second and third place winners and is offering all preregistered participants a 5 percent discount for decorations from the store. The deadline to register is 10 a.m. Dec. 10, and the judging will take place that evening. Winners will be announced on Dec. 12 during the Brewer Hometown Band holiday concert.