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Record Number Of Drugs Turned In On Take-Back Day In Stamford Record Number Of Drugs Turned In On Take-Back Day In Stamford
Record Number Of Drugs Turned In On Take-Back Day In Stamford Whipping winds, rain, and flooded roadways didn't keep Stamford residents from turning out to get rid of their old or unused prescription drugs. The department received nine large bags/boxes of unused drugs, weighing in at 215 pounds on Saturday during the national Drug Take-Back Day sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Agency, said Stamford Police Capt. Richard Conklin. "We really deemed the effort a success to help with overdoses and illegal sales," Conklin said. "Even with the weather, people turned out." The twice-yearly event, held each April and October, continues to…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Drop Off Unused, Unwanted Medication In Stamford Drop Off Unused, Unwanted Medication In Stamford
Drop Off Unused, Unwanted Medication In Stamford With an opioid epidemic crippling many across the country, Stamford health and law enforcement officials are encouraging residents to get rid of old or unused medicine during the annual "Drug Take-Back Day" event on Saturday. The event, which is a free anonymous and environmentally safe way to dispose of unwanted and unused medications, will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Stamford Police Department, 805 Bedford St. Those taking part won't even have to get out of their vehicle by using a convenient drive-thru box. No liquids or needles will be accepted. 

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Drug Take Back Day Scheduled For Westport Drug Take Back Day Scheduled For Westport
Drug Take Back Day Scheduled For Westport The Westport Police Department, in cooperation with the federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), will be participating in another nationwide “Drug Take Back Day” on Saturday, April 28 to remove potentially dangerous controlled substances from homes.  Police officers will be at the Westport Weston Health District, 180 Bayberry Lane, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. so residents can bring expired, unused or unwanted medications for disposal. (Needles/sharps will not be accepted.) The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked. This national collaborative effort provides an opportunity fo…

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by Jon Craig