This story was originally published on Oct. 12, 2023, and receives updates each year.

With all the excitement and fun surrounding the upcoming spooky holiday, it is important to remember that things can and will go bump in the night.

Trick-or-treat night is from 6-8 p.m. on Oct. 31, and with it comes the inevitable excitement of dressing up, visiting haunted houses, and sharing ghost stories around a fire. However, the Recorder has put together a list of things parents should keep in mind before the sun sets on Halloween.

Drivers and pedestrians

Pedestrian safety is one of the most important things to consider on Halloween. Since trick-or-treating typically begins after dark, kids and adults in costumes might not be immediately visible to motorists. Drivers are reminded to slow down an

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