Oct. 31: Trick-or-Treating, Live Traffic Reports, Costume Contest and More

Happy Halloween Malverne-West Hempstead!

Now, that the snow has thawed (Can't believe I'm saying that in October!) and the sun is out, get ready to gather all those treats today. Find out where to go Trick or Treating in Malverne, enter Patch's costume contest and more.

Here are your top headlines for Oct. 31.

1. Photo Contest: Submit a photo of your child (12 and under) wearing his or her costume . Heidi Klum will be helping us select the winner, who will receive a trip to LA or NY, a donation to a charity of their choice and a meet-and-greet with Heidi herself! Entries must be received before 9 p.m. tonight! 
2. Trick or Treating: Head over to Hempstead Avenue in Malverne, where select merchants will be catering to Trick or Treaters today. Just look for the black and orange balloons outside storefronts to know which businesses are participating.
3. Live Traffic Reports: Starting today you can now get live local traffic reports on Patch. Check it out .
4. Ragamuffin Parade: Although forced the village's Ragamuffin Parade indoors this year, the local kids who showed up, dressed up to celebrate Halloween, had a great time. Check out photos later this morning.
5. Crimes Nearby: See what major crimes occurred in the areas surrounding Malverne and West Hempstead later today.