Halloween Archives

Mansfield family smiles in their costumes.

Ghosts and goblins descend on Mansfield for trick-or-treat

by Hannah Martin November 1, 2025November 1, 2025

MANSFIELD — Mansfield residents took to the streets Saturday, with Thursday’s rain behind them, for a belated but spirited night of Halloween fun. From tiny trick-or-treaters to decked-out homes, the city came alive in spooky style. (Photos by Hannah Martin)

Ontario residents smile in their costumes.

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Ontario residents enjoy rescheduled trick or treat festivities

by Hannah Martin November 1, 2025November 1, 2025

ONTARIO — Ontario residents hit the streets Saturday afternoon for a spooky Halloween celebration. The original date changed by rainout on Thursday didn’t dampen the spirits of numerous youngsters on the prowl for sweets. From scary movie icons and superheroes to pumpkins and princesses, neighborhoods across town came alive with costumes, candy and plenty of […]

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Boo on Broadway brings Halloween fun to downtown Plymouth

by Hayden Gray October 25, 2025October 25, 2025

A classic autumn evening made for a night full of fun in Plymouth, including trunk-or-treat, food, music, games and children’s activities.

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BOO IN THE BASEMENT: ‘Nightmare at the Source’ features costumes, live music

by Zac Hiser October 21, 2025October 21, 2025

MANSFIELD — Hundreds of people packed into The Source basement on Oct. 17 for Nightmare at The Source, a Halloween-themed concert hosted by Jamison and Tika Milteer of Thuh Koz. The lineup was stacked with local talent, featuring electrifying performances by ZUC, Oiun, Aimpoint, Thuh Koz, Vaundoom, GNL Biggs, Young Legend and DJ Dro Jack […]

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Here’s your guide to trick-or-treat times in North Central Ohio

by Katie Ellington Serrao October 10, 2025October 29, 2025

October is here, which means it’s time for costumes and candy. Whether your favorite kid is dressing up as a superhero, princess, goblin or ghoul, we’ve got all the details on local trick or treat times in Ashland, Knox and Richland counties below. Ashland County Ashland — Oct. 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. Trick-or-treat […]

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Mansfield artists unite for ‘Nightmare at the Source’ Halloween showcase on Oct. 17

by Zac Hiser October 10, 2025October 10, 2025

MANSFIELD – Smoke machines, flashing lights, live music and a blur of costumes will be the scene Friday night, Oct. 17 in the Richland Source basement. ‘Nightmare at the Source’ is this year’s theme. The show is a collaboration between Newsroom After Hours, Thuh Koz, U.P.N.O Music and Potent Studios. Admission is free, beer is […]

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Shelby Hospital to host annual ‘Community Trunk or Treat’ event

by From Ohio Health, Special to Richland Source October 3, 2025October 3, 2025

SHELBY — OhioHealth Shelby Hospital invites local families to a safe and festive evening at its annual Community Trunk or Treat event on October 15, 2025, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Children are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes as they enjoy trunk-or-treating with hospital staff, games, and treats. Here’s what you need to know: This […]