Halloween will be a little sweeter on Long Beach Island this year. For two consecutive days next month, trick-or-treaters can dress up and safely stock up on sweets and fun hosted by the Ship Bottom and Surf City police departments.

On Friday, Oct. 22, Ship Bottom police are hosting their first-ever Trunk or Treat event at the boat ramp, just off the Causeway, on Shore Avenue. The event kicks off at 4:30 p.m. and runs until 7:30 p.m.