Here are five things to know for Wednesday, Oct. 31 in Melrose:

1. Holiday is here: Wednesday is Halloween and with that we want to know: What Halloween costume are you and/or your kids wearing out trick-or-treating? Let us know by posting a comment below.

2. Trick-or-treat time: The city of Melrose does not have specific hours set for trick-or-treating, according to town officials. However, the best time to trick-or-treat may be from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, but whatever time you head out be careful and mindful of drivers and other trick-or-treaters. It may help to carry a flashlight also.

3. Spooky pics: Planning on taking some Halloween photos of costumes, decorations and other ghoulish things? Upload them to this post to share with our readers!

4. Halloween hounds: Don't forget to vote for the pet with the best Halloween costume!

5. Just a reminder: The Melrose Chamber of Commerce's downtown trick-or-treating event was postponed from Wednesday to Friday due to Hurricane Sandy. The trick-or-treating is slated for 3:30-5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2.

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