Phoenixville Designates Official 'Trick Or Treat Night'

PHOENIXVILLE, PA -- Phoenixville has designated a specific date and time for tricking or treating this year: on Halloween day, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The announcement was made by Mayor Michael Speck at a recent Borough Council meeting. Trick or treating officially took place at the same time last year.

The Bridgeport Police Department offers the following tips for children to stay safe during Halloween night:

• Try to trick or treat when it is still light outside
• Wear a costume that makes it easy for you to walk, see and be seen
• If you must go out at night, make sure your costume is light in color or reflective
• Carry a flashlight so you can see and be seen easily
• A facemask will keep you from seeing well. Take off your mask before crossing the street at the crosswalk
• Consider using make up instead of wearing a mask
• Have a parent or older brother or sister go trick or treating with you
• Plan your Trick or Treat route ahead of time. Pick streets that are well lighted.
• Cross only at corners or crosswalks; never cross between parked cars or in the middle of the block.
• If there is no sidewalk, walk facing traffic
• Wait until you get home to sort, check and eat your treats.

And Hatfield Police Chief Tierney adds the following tips:

• Wear something reflective or carry a light.
• Don’t go too far from home
• Stay with a group, never wander off alone
• Only stop at well-lit houses
• Don’t talk to anyone you don’t know
• Be cautious of passing vehicles
• Make sure your parents check your goodies
• Have fun!

Patch file photo.