SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - Spirit Halloween retailers are scheduled to open, including five in western Massachusetts.

The seasonal retailer, which has previously acknowledged its ability to raise things "back from the dead,” typically moves into empty retail spaces to sell its All Hallows’ Eve costumes, décor, and accessories in August or September. Then, shortly after Halloween, the company seemingly leaves town as quickly as it came in.

In western Mass., Spirit Halloween is taking up space in recent foreclosed businesses such as Big Lots, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Joann Fabrics. They’ve all closed stores within the last year due to bankruptcy filings.

According to its website, these are the locations in western Mass.: • Springfield: Former Big Lots on 390 Cooley Street (open) • Holy

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