HALLOWEEN A GO: City of Bradford Mayor James McDonald posted to social media Wednesday evening, announcing that Halloween will happen in the city.

McDonald’s post shares trick-or-treating times as 6 to 7:30 p.m., noting that while he would like to extend the time to 8 p.m., the fact that it gets dark early makes that extension a challenge.

McDonald also said that he wants “to make sure enough police are available to ensure the safety of all kids and parents.”

In recognition of the ongoing concerns related to COVID-19, McDonald also shared a few tips on staying safe while trick-or-treating that go beyond carrying a flashlight and traveling in groups.

His tips include:

— remember to social distance,

—wear masks (the cloth kind rather than the scary clown variety)

— carry hand sanitizer to use between houses.

McDonald also asked that city residents “Be nice. Be respectful. This is going to be a fun event, but it may look a little different than it did last Halloween.”

He also stated, “Hope for good weather,” which we all know means precipitation-free and warm enough to leave the winter coats at home.

Typically, the trick-or-treating times are passed via resolution at the first City Council meeting in October. Council’s next meeting is set for 7 p.m. Oct. 13.

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CIDER ROAD TRIP: Sadly, Cummins Cider Mill in Portville won’t be open again this year. However, that does not mean you have to go without apple cider directly from the mill.

Rocky Ridge Orchards in Kane is open 7 days a week, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Pumpkinville in Ellicottville, NY, also offers fresh apple cider, along with fun fall activities.

If you’re willing to put a few more miles on your vehicle, there is also the Mansfield Cider Mill, which is open everyday offering fresh, unpasteurized cider.

The mill is located right on historic Route 6 near the junction of Route 15.