Governor Hochul Announces Funding to Combat Substance AbuseGovernor Hochul Announces Funding to Combat Substance AbuseOn Tuesday, June 7th, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced $4.5 million in funding for substance abuse and prevention coalitions.James KellyJames Kelly
Fewer Broome Heroin DeathsFewer Broome Heroin DeathsThe number of deaths in Broome County attributed to heroin or other opioids has decreased for a second consecutive year.Bob JosephBob Joseph
"Drugged Driver" Hits Cars and Truck"Drugged Driver" Hits Cars and TruckA vehicle driven by a man believed to be under the influence of opioids slammed into three cars and a dump truck on a busy roadway in Vestal.Bob JosephBob Joseph
Overdose Deaths in Broome County FallOverdose Deaths in Broome County FallThe number of people dying of drug overdoses in Broome County continues to fall. Kathy WhyteKathy Whyte
Drug Drops AddedDrug Drops AddedResidents with expired or unwanted medications have some more locations to properly dispose of the drugs, keeping dangerous substances out of the wrong hands.Kathy WhyteKathy Whyte
Drug Take-Back DayDrug Take-Back DayA nation-wide “take-back” effort to get unwanted medications out of reach takes place April 30. Kathy WhyteKathy Whyte