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By Neil Doyle
BLOOMINGTON – Officials in Bloomington-Normal discourage door-to-door trick-or-treating this year, but there are some safety guidelines for those who choose to celebrate.
“We strongly recommend families social distance and choose alternative ways to celebrate Halloween this year,” said Normal Police Chief Rick Bleichner. “We recognize some families are going to participate and we want them to do this as safely as possible. To ensure this, we’ve set trick-or-treat hours and released safety tips in line with guidance from the Illinois Department of Public Health.”
“The City echoes the Town’s sentiments and encourages safe celebrations for Halloween and every occasion,” said Bloomington Police Chief Greg Scott.
For those choosing to celebrate in person, Bloomington-Normal trick-or-treat hours will be 5 to 8 p.m., Sat., Oct. 31.
The town and city also recognize some residents may not wish to participate and have created a “No Trick-or-Treat” sign which can be printed and placed on front doors to alert families not to knock or ring the doorbell.
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