Trick or Treat scheduled for October 31

The City of Milford has announced the date for Trick or Treat this year as Thursday, October 31

Milford City Council voted to approve Trick or Treat on Thursday, October 31. The event will take place between the hours of 6 and 8 PM. Based on the City Charter, council must approve the date that Trick or Treat may take place.

“Whereas the children of Milford are free to enjoy the fun and festivity associated with the observance of the Halloween Trick-or-Treat custom of traveling with friends and family, going door-to-door in their neighborhoods, displaying their costumes and gathering treats,” the resolution read. “Parents are urged to join in the festivities by accompanying their children throughout their journeys in celebrating Halloween Trick-or-Treat.”

Residents are asked to indicate their willingness to participate by keeping a porch or exterior light on so that children are aware who will be handing out treats. A darkened porch or no outside light should indicate the residents are not participating.

“Costumed celebrants will be permitted to engage in Trick-or-Treat,” the resolution read. “All celebrants are to refrain from committing acts of vandalism or destruction and motorists are asked to be ever watchful of our youngsters making these annual rounds.”

No age limit was placed on children who may participate in Trick-or-Treat in Milford. Mayor Todd Culotta reminded motorists to be cautious that evening as children will be crossing streets.

“Please pay attention on main roads like Walnut Street, Washington Street and Rehoboth Boulevard as there may be kids running across the street that night,” Mayor Culotta said. “Also, Dan (Marabello)’s neighborhood tends to be quite popular and Councilwoman Nadia Zychal hands out full size candy bars.”