Halloween Parades Celebrate Costumes and Community

Halloween celebrations were vibrant across various locations, including the John F. Kennedy Elementary School in Scranton, where students participated in a festive parade showcasing creative costumes. In Hornchurch, around 25 dachshunds and their owners joined the 'Halloweiner' walk, displaying adorable costumes while enjoying a sunny day, with a treat bucket awarded to the best-dressed dog. New York's Halloween Parade featured a unique theme with 35 giant cat puppets and performances by costumed unicyclists, led by André De Shields as grand marshal, reflecting a cultural zeitgeist. In Jamaica Plain, a costume parade saw dogs strutting in a variety of humorous and creative outfits, with proceeds benefiting the local animal shelter. Meanwhile, in British Columbia, prison officials seized cannabis products valued at $70K, coinciding with the implementation of enhanced anti-drone measures. These events highlight both the community's spirit during Halloween and ongoing concerns regarding security and contraband.