Halloween In Falmouth May Look A Little Different This Year

FALMOUTH, MA — As anyone who has been near the candy aisle at the grocery or drug store can attest, Halloween is around the corner. But this year amid the coronavirus pandemic, families and health departments are noting the holiday will look considerably different.

Although it's not canceled in Falmouth, U.S. Health officials are recommending that residents be extremely careful if they choose to do the traditional door-to-door trick-or-treating this Halloween or other activities that risk transmission of the coronavirus. Town officials have asked that residents heed that caution as well.

Falmouth police said residents should go trick-or-treating between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., Oct. 31. In accordance with CDC guidelines and recommendations from town officials, the following tips are recommended to ensure a fun and safe Halloween for all: