'Hatboro Haunts' Halloween Decorating Contest Underway

HATBORO, PA —How spooky can you get? The Borough of Hatboro would like to know.

"Hatboro Haunts" —the borough-wide decorating contest —is now underway and open to homes and businesses to get creative with America's favorite haunting holiday less than a month away.

"Join your neighbors and business owners by decorating your house, lawn, mailbox, porch, or create a scarecrow for Halloween," the borough said.

The borough asks that once decorations are up and ready to scare, email photos of your home or business to Danielle Pettinato at Borough Hall at dpettinato@myhatboro.org. Click here to fill out an entry form.

Homes will be judged by special guest volunteers and the best homes will win prizes, officials said.

Meanwhile, the borough is also holding a Trunk or Treat from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the former Pennypack school at 130 Spring Ave. on Friday, Oct. 20.

The event includes candy, games, a costume contest, a best-decorated truck contest, and family photo opportunities. Don't forget to wear your costume.

Truck participants are still needed as well. Spots are limited. The entry fee is $5 per truck. Stop by Borough Hall to secure a spot.