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Story image: The Cost Of: Halloween decorations & parties

The Cost Of: Halloween decorations & parties

Halloween is falling on a Friday this year, for the second time in just the last 10 years. Retail analysts tell News 12 that candy prices for chocolate are up more than 15% because of weather, tariffs and the cocoa supply. News 12’s Thema Ponton has the cost of Halloween decorations and parties, plus how you can save.

Story image: The Cost Of: Spooky season spending up for decorations and Halloween parties

The Cost Of: Spooky season spending up for decorations and Halloween parties

Story image: Social Security recipients get 2.8% cost-of-living boost in 2026, average of $56 per month

Social Security recipients get 2.8% cost-of-living boost in 2026, average of $56 per month

Story image: New law protects some renters in New Rochelle

New law protects some renters in New Rochelle

Story image: The Cost Of: Halloween costumes

The Cost Of: Halloween costumes

The National Retail Federation says Halloween spending this year will hit a record $13.1 billion. News 12's Thema Ponton breaks down the cost of Halloween costumes and how you can save.

Story image: Drivers remain unable to access cars after Hale Avenue garage collapse

Drivers remain unable to access cars after Hale Avenue garage collapse