Nov. 1: Halloween Photos, Marching Band Champs, Election Issues and More

Hope everyone had a spook-tacular Halloween. 

See what creatures and characters we found lurking around Malverne and West Hempstead looking for treats when our photo gallery posts later this morning.

Plus, see what issues matter most to local residents regarding the upcoming Town and Nassau County elections, learn about a plan to save local school districts money and see what high school team recently brought home a state championship.

Here are your top headlines for Nov. 1.

1. Halloween Photos: From heroes and villains to princesses and ghouls, Malverne and West Hempstead was swarming with costumed kids in search of some Halloween treats Monday. Check out our photo gallery later this morning.
2. Marching Band Champs: They did it again! Even though the Pride of Malverne High School Marching Band competed in a more challenging division this year, they once again took home a state championship title. Learn more about their accomplishment this morning.
3. Election Issues: Patch hit the streets recently to hear what Malverne and West Hempstead residents about the upcoming Hempstead Town and Nassau County elections. Get the story later today.
4. Shared Resources Plan: At last week's meeting of the West Hempstead Community Support and Civic Association a plan was discussed to save local school district's money. to learn more.
5. Merchants Meeting: The Malverne Merchants and Professionals Association with hold a meeting tonight at 5:30 p.m. at San-Dee Lanes to discuss their annual art auction, which will be held on Nov. 4, the Lighting of Malverne festivities, scheduled for Dec. 2 and 3, and parking concerns in the business district.