1ABSECON, N.J. — Absecon Police Chief James Laughlin announced that the city’s annual Trick-or-Treat event will take place Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., with temporary road closures and traffic restrictions in place to protect pedestrians.

Chief Laughlin said Morton Avenue between Upland Avenue and Crestview Avenue will be closed beginning at 5:45 p.m. and will reopen once foot traffic has cleared, expected around 8 p.m.

The department is urging drivers to slow down in all residential neighborhoods and remain alert for increased pedestrian activity during the event.

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Trick-or-treat hours set for Oct. 31 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Morton Avenue closed between Upland and Crestview from 5:45 p.m. until pedestrian traffic clears

Police urge drivers to reduce speeds and plan alter

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