Halloween at fairgrounds proves a dream come true Nov 5, 2009
Led by Anita Kay with the help of Monica Rigas and Tina Letarte, and the participation of several businesses and organizations, Pioneer Hall was set to entertain and satisfy every kids Halloween candy dreams on Oct. 30. The Elgin/Sonoita Cowbelles had several tables loaded with cakes and cupcakes and put on their annual cake walk. (Nogales International, AZ)
Woman Loses Ring In Halloween Candy Nov 5, 2009
Diane Mitchell said she was wearing her wedding ring while she was passing out Halloween candy in Mandarin on Saturday. Once all the candy was gone, she realized so was her ring. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Church, mall made Halloween happy Nov 4, 2009
Last weekend, I saw what Halloween was meant to represent--children playing games, having fun, family involvement, and last but not least, Halloween candy. The Spotsylvania Towne Centre was packed with Spotswood Baptist Church members sponsoring games for children of all ages. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Loyalty root of Manuel's success Nov 4, 2009
But if this thing comes down to Game 7 on Thursday night, you can bet your entire bag of Halloween candy that Hamels will get the start. The same Hamels who has struggled mightily, recording a 7. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Teens robbed of Halloween candy in Framingham Nov 4, 2009
By Norman Miller/Daily News staff. Tue Nov 03, 2009, 12:27 PM EST. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Kids trade candy for dentists' cash Nov 3, 2009
PORT ORANGE -- Children arrived at the front door of the office Monday with bags of Halloween candy in hand ... Chris Kammer, a Wisconsin dentist, is credited with starting the national "Halloween Candy Buy Back" campaign in 2006 with the goal of helping kids save their teeth and a little money, too. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Now there's Cash For Candy Nov 3, 2009
A sweet dilemma: Some suggestions on how to handle excess Halloween candy ... They'll pay your kids to turn over their Halloween candy. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Missed Home Energy Savings Nov 3, 2009
Search the District, Virginia and Maryland. WASHINGTON, DC (WUSA) -- Stacey Bergman is serious about cutting energy costs. (W-USA News, DC)
Halloween Candy Buyback Program Nov 3, 2009
5:54 AM EST, November 2, 2009. Columbia Dental 483 Middle Turnpike West Manchester, CT (860) 645-0111. (FOX61, CT)
Road hazards ahead Nov 3, 2009
Here I always look cautiously to my right, into Jermaine Goffigan Park, named after the 9-year-old who was shot and killed there in 1994 while counting his Halloween candy. In a terrible coincidence eight years later, a gang member named Joseph Cousin aimed his shotgun out of a car at a rival gang member, missed his target, and killed 10-year-old Trina Persad. (Boston Globe)
The Greyhound Editorial: Encouraging Loyola to remember Veteran's Day. Nov 3, 2009
And he recently just received Halloween candy from kids and dentists back in New Jersey according to a local New Jersey online source. "It let's you know people back home are still thinking about you - they still care about you.". (The Loyola Greyhound, MD)
State leaders on ballot in Tuesday election Nov 3, 2009
Skeeter wrote on Oct 30, 2009 11:27 AM:" I wonder if McDonnell is supportive of his Mentors Belief that Halloween candy is (Demonic)([M]ost of the candy sold during this season has been dedicated and prayed over by witches, Daniels wrote. I do not buy candy during the Halloween season. Curses are sent through the tricks and treats of the innocent whether they get it by going door to door or by purchasing it from the local grocery store. The demons cannot tell the difference.) as posted on the... (Altivista Journal, VA)
Dentist Buying Back Candy For Cash Nov 3, 2009
The Halloween candy is donated to troops serving overseas, and children can include their own messages. "We had one child come in, and he wrote a note to one of the soldiers," said Adria Krantz, the office manager for Krantz Dental Care. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Dentist Buys Back Halloween Treats Nov 2, 2009
-- An Omaha dentist said she was pleasantly surprised by the strong response to her offer to buy back Halloween candy from local children and send them to overseas troops. Dr. Amber Allen offered up $1 per pound for Milky Ways, Skittles, Tootsie Pops and other Halloween treats. (7 KETV Omaha)
White House a special stop for treats Nov 1, 2009
President Obama and first lady Michelle Obama gave out Halloween candy and dried fruit at the White House yesterday. More than 2,000 trick-or-treaters came to the event. (Boston Globe)
The cure for Halloween hangover Nov 1, 2009
Sam Allis has a cure for the morning-after Halloween candy hangover - The Boston Globe. Local Search Site Search. (Boston Globe)
No trick: 2,000 kids knock on White House door Nov 1, 2009
President Barack Obama talks to a children as he hands out Halloween candy at the White House. Most read. (AZCentral -- News)
Honolulu chiropractor to trade sports equipment for Halloween candy Nov 1, 2009
Honolulu chiropractor Dr. Micaire Baxter is taking a unique approach to addressing childhood obesity in Hawai'i public schools by trading athletic equipment for Halloween candy. On Monday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Baxter is opening her Global Health Chiropractic office at the Gold Bond Building (677 Ala Moana Blvd., Suite 605)to children and families who wish to trade in their Halloween bounty for footballs, tennis rackets, lacrosse sticks, beach balls and other sports equipment, as determined by... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Obamas welcome trick-or-treaters Nov 1, 2009
President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama hand out Halloween candy at the White House. (AP Photo). (The Clarion-Ledger)
Wish List for November 2009 Nov 1, 2009
Halloween candy, bingo prizes. Refugee Center Mohawk Valley 738-1083, ext. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Safe Trick or Treat Trail set Nov 1, 2009
The Elgin Volunteer Fire Department is also giving away Halloween candy at the fire department so stop by around dark. The Glory Temple Church family invites everyone to come by their church at 203 Central on Halloween night, from 6-9 p.m. for free food, drinks, games and prizes. (Elgin Courier, TX)
Is That Organic Halloween Candy Any Good? Nov 1, 2009
Is That Organic Halloween Candy Any Good. Posted Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at 3:54 PM ETIs That Organic Halloween Candy Any Good. (Slate)
It's 'trunk or treat' Nov 1, 2009
Melbourne cosmetic dentist Ron Richardson is holding a "Halloween Candy Buy Back" from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m today at his office at 1704 Airport Blvd, Suite A, in Melbourne. Richardson's staff will weigh the candy and pay children $1 for each pound. (Florida Today)
Saturday Thumbs Oct 31, 2009
Thumbs up: Here s a charitable and profitable alternative to eating all that Halloween candy the little ones will be collecting tonight: Turn it in at Happy Kids Dentistry. The treats will be sent on to Operation Gratitude, a California nonprofit that assembles care packages for troops overseas, And the profitable part. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Head of the Class, Oct. 29 edition Oct 31, 2009
The students are encouraged to give up some of their Halloween candy for the less fortunate. Volunteers will be at the school collecting candy first thing in the morning. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Go Ahead, Kid, Eat Your Candy Like There's No Tomorrow Oct 31, 2009
There's something to be said for eating all your Halloween candy in one go. Saturday, October 31, 2009. (Slate)
H1N1 Concerns Rise For Halloween Oct 31, 2009
"I don't think there's a huge concern, but anytime you get groups of people who might have germs on their hands, it's probably a concern year-after-year. We've got heightened awareness of germs on objects because of the H1N1 outbreak,: said Karen Smith, of the Monterey County Health Department.The health department issued the following guidelines on how to stay health this Halloween: Make sure to wash hands, especially when the children return from trick-or-treating. If you are giving out candy,... (KSBW 8, CA)
State leaders on ballot in Tuesday election Oct 31, 2009
Skeeter wrote on Oct 30, 2009 11:27 AM:" I wonder if McDonnell is supportive of his Mentors Belief that Halloween candy is (Demonic)([M]ost of the candy sold during this season has been dedicated and prayed over by witches, Daniels wrote. I do not buy candy during the Halloween season. Curses are sent through the tricks and treats of the innocent whether they get it by going door to door or by purchasing it from the local grocery store. The demons cannot tell the difference.) as posted on the... (Altivista Journal, VA)
Is Trick-or-Treating Dangerous? Oct 30, 2009
"In recent years there have been reports of people with twisted minds putting razor blades and poison in taffy apples and Halloween candy," Ann Landers wrote in 1995. But were the reports true. (Time.com)
Iowa's early Halloween-goers need jokes for treats Oct 30, 2009
A sweet dilemma: Some suggestions on how to handle excess Halloween candy. If there's one thing worse than running out of candy on Halloween, it's having too much when it's over. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Trade candy for cash Oct 30, 2009
This year, Burlington dentists will purchase trick-or-treaters excess Halloween candy at their offices in an effort to stop candy turning into cavities. For each pound of candy contributed, kids will receive $1, and a matching dollar will be donated to their respective school. (Burlington Union, MA)
What's going on... Oct 30, 2009
Members of the American Legion, Post 159, 205 E. Washington St., Hartford City, will be pasing out Halloween candy at the front door by the flag pole. Sunday, Nov. 1. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Ahmadinejad defends possible nuke deal Oct 30, 2009
Coming up soon: Bush stole my Halloween candy. TnGelding. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Tough choices: Pregnant with cancer Oct 30, 2009
When we were young and bickering over who got to be Barbie's hairdresser or who raked in more Halloween candy, my mom would say, "Do you know how lucky you are to have each other? Someday you girls are going to be best friends." We'd roll our eyes, but she was right. My sisters are my best friends, and we are always, always there when it counts. (CNN)
Got candy? Sell it to a dentist for a good cause Oct 30, 2009
Linda King, a Locust Grove dentist, knew the Halloween Candy Buy Back program had grown in popularity last year, she just didn't know how much -- until big boxes of sweets showed up at her office from places as far away as Michigan and Kansas. "It is really awesome," King said of the program in which dentists buy back Halloween candy and ship it to military personnel overseas. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Dentist to buy back Halloween candy from children Oct 29, 2009
A West Des Moines dentist is trying to keep children from consuming too much Halloween candy and winding up with cavities. Dr. Steffany Mohan calls her campaign "Cash for Candy" and she plans pay a dollar for each pound of sugary goodies kids are willing to turn in to her. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Flu vaccine woes Oct 29, 2009
As a precaution, children should wash their hands before eating Halloween candy. For more information, call the county health office, 527-8570. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Murphys spa collects candy for Halloween Oct 29, 2009
Jillian Day Spa and Salon is holding the ninth annual Halloween Candy Drive to benefit the residents of Murphys. Each year, the neighborhoods around Rocky Hill Road are inundated with hundreds of trick-or-treaters, making a large demand on the residents for candy. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Shelby Township dentist buys unwanted Halloween candy Oct 29, 2009
Shelby Township dentist Dr. Robert Antolak brought 100 pounds of Halloween candy purchased from local trick-or-treaters to an orphanage in Haiti ... Shelby Township dentist Dr. Robert Antolak wants your Halloween candy and he's willing to pay for those unwanted sweet treats. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Safe Trick or Treat Trail set Oct 29, 2009
The Elgin Volunteer Fire Department is also giving away Halloween candy at the fire department so stop by around dark. The Glory Temple Church family invites everyone to come by their church at 203 Central on Halloween night, from 6-9 p.m. for free food, drinks, games and prizes. (Elgin Courier, TX)
A sweet dilemma: Some suggestions on how to handle excess Halloween candy Oct 29, 2009
"Instead of taking teeth, she takes Halloween candy and gives it to all the children who cannot go out trick-or-treating. Children leave out most of their candy and write a letter. The Candy Fairy visits at night and leaves a gift." ... -Keep most of the Halloween candy in your home's "treat box," as a great incentive ... -Donate leftover Halloween candy to your local fire department. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Regional Roundup Oct 28, 2009
When shopping for Halloween candy, purchase candy brands that donate some of their profits to environmental causes. Make your own decorations. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Trick or teeth: Abington dentist hosting 'the great candy buyback' Oct 28, 2009
Dr. Mike Thomas of Abington Family Dental Care wants your Halloween candy ... Thomas practice is hosting the great Halloween buyback, during which his patients are being invited to sell their Halloween candy to him at the rate of $1 per pound. (Abington Mariner, MA)
Light Spinach Balls ease party-table guilt Oct 28, 2009
Advertisement The real problem is everything else: the cheese and crackers, the nuts, the cocktail weenies, the Halloween candy bowl, holiday cookies and bite-size sweets, the leftover bite-sized sweets, even the vegetable dip, to say nothing of the alcohol. They all conspire to easily pack in an extra day's calories you don't count because, well, they're so little. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Humana Brings Freewheelin to Henderson Oct 28, 2009
"We dip into the Halloween candy this week and then roll that into Thanksgiving and then pretty soon we're making a New Year's resolution to lose 15 pounds. Well, let's get on a bike and prevent that from happening in the first place," said Curt Howell with Humana. Anyone 18 or older can check out the bikes, but they do require you present an ID and credit card to make sure they are returned. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
SAAC/P.A.W.S. Trunk-or-Treat Scheduled for Thursday, October 29 at Holt Oct 28, 2009
Young fans and trick-or-treaters can come out and visit with the ISU athletes and get an early start on their Halloween candy stash. Costumes are encouraged but not required. (Isubengals.com)
Name That Halloween Candy! Answers Oct 28, 2009
com: Name That Halloween Candy ... Name That Halloween Candy. (Epicurious.com)
Main Street group offering reusable shopping bags Oct 28, 2009
The bags are sturdy and large enough to hold a vampire costume, a mile of mummy wrap, a jack-o-lantern and enough Halloween candy to last until Christmas. The shopping bags also can hold a sweater box, two or three pairs of shoes, a wedding gift almost anything. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
We salute... Oct 28, 2009
During the week after Halloween, Phillips will be collecting bags of Halloween candy from local trick-or-treaters, who will then be paid 1 for each pound they bring in. After the candy is collected, it will be sent to the troops in Iraq to make their days a little sweeter. (L Observateur, LA)
Cocoa in Chocolate May Be Good for the Heart Oct 27, 2009
FRIDAY, Oct. 23 (HealthDay News) -- If you're tempted to raid your child's Halloween candy stash at the end of this month, here's one reason you might not have to restrain yourself. Spanish researchers put 42 men and women on a diet that included 40 grams of unsweetened cocoa powder (about 1. (MEDLINEplus)
Real horror of Halloween: Pedestrian deaths Oct 27, 2009
FACE PAINT: PAW PRINT POST: HALLOWEEN CANDY ... Police have never substantiated an actual case in which children were harmed when strangers poisoned their Halloween candy, they write in their book, Don't Swallow Your Gum ... And in the only two documented cases of child deaths from Halloween candy, the real culprits were actually family members who used the trick-or-treating myth to cover their crimes, they say. (USA Today)
HALLOWEEN CANDY: It's not how much kids eat but how often Oct 27, 2009
Halloween candy: It's not how much kids eat, but how often - USATODAY.com ... Halloween candy: It's not how much kids eat, but how often ... The National Confectioners Association says 93% of children in the United States go trick-or-treating, and the group estimates that Halloween candy sales this year will top $2. (USA Today -- News)
Mini-cereal boxes recycled into Halloween monsters Oct 26, 2009
Once dry, these can be filled with wrapped Halloween candy. . (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Burlington Public Library events, Oct. 22 edition Oct 25, 2009
Halloween Movie Matinee Anyone in grades 6 through 12 is welcome to come in for popcorn, a movie, and some Halloween candy from 3 to 5:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 30. It s the night before Halloween so of course a scary movie is in order. (Burlington Union, MA)
Hooray for Friday Oct 25, 2009
Need something to do while you re eating all the Halloween candy you bought despite the fact there aren t any kids in your building ... Need something to do while you re eating all the Halloween candy you bought despite the fact there aren t any kids in your building. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Kids can trade Halloween candy for cash at Longview dentistry Oct 24, 2009
Dental assistant Brittany Dolph of Happy Kids Dentistry hopes children will turn in their Halloween candy for 1 per pound during the dental office's first candy buy back set for Nov. 2 ... The dental office is holding a Halloween Candy Buy-Back from 5 to 8 p.m. Nov. 2. (Longview Daily News, WA)
WHO WE ARE: DR. GREG PHILLIPS Oct 24, 2009
In an effort to push his moderation drive further, Phillips office is participating in a program that asks children to give up their cache of Halloween candy so it can go to a good cause. The program, known as Operation Gratitude, takes Halloween candy collected by trick-or-treaters and sends it off to American soldiers in Iraq as part of care packages. (L Observateur, LA)
Second Half of SEC Volleyball Slate Begins For SC At Home Oct 24, 2009
The Rebels come to town on Friday night at 7 p.m., with Halloween candy being handed out at the door to kids. There will also be a Halloween coloring sheet given away, with three lucky participants receiving free sub cards from Firehouse Subs. (Uscsports.com)
Shelby Township dentist buys unwanted Halloween candy Oct 24, 2009
Shelby Township dentist Dr. Robert Antolak brought 100 pounds of Halloween candy purchased from local trick-or-treaters to an orphanage in Haiti ... Shelby Township dentist Dr. Robert Antolak wants your Halloween candy and he's willing to pay for those unwanted sweet treats. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Murphys spa collects candy for Halloween Oct 24, 2009
Posted: Friday, October 23, 2009 5:13 PM CDT Jillian Day Spa and Salon is holding the ninth annual Halloween Candy Drive to benefit the residents of Murphys. Each year, the neighborhoods around Rocky Hill Road are inundated with hundreds of trick-or-treaters, making a large demand on the residents for candy. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Trick is keeping candy hidden Oct 23, 2009
Trick is keeping Halloween candy hidden 102309 - The Augusta Chronicle ... I saw Halloween candy was on sale at the grocery ... Now I have to go back to the grocery to buy more Halloween candy. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Four Easy Organic Halloween Candy R... Oct 22, 2009
Four Easy Organic Halloween Candy Recipes. Four Easy Organic Halloween Candy Recipes ... The copyright of the article Four Easy Organic Halloween Candy Recipes in is owned by. (Suite101.com)
Season of the sweets Oct 21, 2009
That's the season that starts with Halloween candy, extends into Thanksgiving stuffing and pie, and continues to Christmas cookies, before running headlong into New Year's Eve drinks, Valentine's Day treats and Easter's chocolate eggs. It's enough to make you loosen your belt buckle just thinking about it. (Montana Standard, MT)
With luck, a new kidney Oct 21, 2009
I never did get to eat that sack of Halloween candy full of beloved Tootsie Rolls and Necco wafers. Oh, I could tell sob stories of diabetes woe and gnashing of teeth, save for the simple fact my life has been a happy one of playing the cards I was dealt. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Spotted on Campus With...Kari Horn Oct 21, 2009
Favorite Halloween Candy. Normally, I like pull and peel Twizzlers best, but for Halloween I have to go with the classic candy corn. (Goleopards.com)
