Tuesday: Salem Library Sidewalk Concerns Neighbors; Lynn Police on Lookout for Robbery Suspect

NORTH SHORE – NST frosty Tuesday headlines:  Salem library sidewalk work concerns neighbors; Lynn police on the lookout for robbery suspect; Left turn eliminated at Gloucester Crossing in Beverly; New green crab recipes out of Cape Ann hit the Internet

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Rockport Police Offer Halloween Safety Tips
ROCKPORT — As Halloween quickly approaches, Chief John Horvath and the Rockport Police Department are reminding families of several important safety tips as they prepare to take their children trick-or-treating this year.

“We’re excited for a fun night of trick-or-treating this year,” Chief Horvath said, “As residents get into the Halloween spirit we hope our safety tips will help families responsibly prepare for the upcoming festivities.”

Oct. 31 falls on a Tuesday this year and Rockport Police will work to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents.

There are no designated hours for residents to trick-or-treat in Rockport, however, police are advising parents to conclude all festivities by 8:30 p.m.
Police also remind residents to use caution as they celebrate the weekend prior to Halloween, Oct. 27-29.

Children should:
Only approach well-lit houses and always travel in small groups
Bring treats home before eating them so parents can inspect them
Wear clothing that is bright, reflective and flame retardant
Use flashlights for guidance on sidewalks, walkways and when crossing the street
Make sure masks have eye-holes large enough to see any tripping hazards or oncoming traffic, and mouth openings large enough to breathe easily
Practice safe street-crossing by using crosswalks and walk signals
Walk and don’t run from house to house
Wear sturdy shoes and temperature appropriate clothing under costumes
Never accept rides from strangers
Parents and guardians should:
Supervise their children
Establish a designated curfew for older children
Make sure children are wearing safe costumes that fit well and don’t drag on the ground
Apply reflective tape to your child’s arms, legs and treat bags
Assure costume accessories such as swords and other pointed objects are made with soft and safe materials
If driving children between houses and neighborhoods, have them get out of cars on the curbside, not on the traffic side.
Homeowners should:
Keep inside and outside lights on during trick-or-treat hours
Avoid placing lit candles and jack-o-lanterns on doorsteps and walkways where costumes could brush against them and cause burns or fire
Only hand out candy that is packaged and wrapped
Avoid handing out small toys that could cause choking or lead poisoning for small children
Additionally, any suspicious person or vehicle should immediately be reported to the
Rockport Police at 978-546-1212 or by dialing 911.

 

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West Newbury Police to Participate in National

Drug Take Back Day

2017-10-10

 

WEST NEWBURY — Chief Art Reed is pleased to announce that the West Newbury Police Department will participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day later this month.
On Saturday, Oct. 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., officers will be on-hand at the West Newbury Police Department (401 Main St.) to collect unwanted prescription drugs from any resident wishing to dispose of their old, unwanted, or unneeded prescriptions. The event is completely free of charge for all.
“Every unwanted prescription left languishing in a medicine cabinet is another chance for drugs to end up in the wrong hands, accidentally or otherwise,” Chief Reed said. “The West Newbury Police Department is proud to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, and I encourage all residents to scour their homes and turn in their unneeded prescriptions.”
The Drug Take Back Day is a semi-annual event that is administered by the Drug Enforcement Administration. During the last event, on Saturday, April 29, the event brought in 900,386 pounds (450 tons) at close to 5,500 sites across the nation.
The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Initiative addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. According to the 2015 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 6.4 million Americans abused controlled prescription drugs. The study shows that a majority of abused prescription drugs were obtained from family and friends, often from the home medicine cabinet. The DEA’s Take Back Day events provide an opportunity for Americans to prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths.
“Too often, unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands. That’s dangerous and often tragic,” said Acting DEA Administrator Robert W. Patterson. “That’s why it was great to see thousands of folks from across the country clean out their medicine cabinets and turn in – safely and anonymously – a record amount of prescription drugs.”
The department will accept pills and patches, but cannot take liquids, needles or sharps. To arrange for the disposal of those items, contact the West Newbury Board of Health at 978-363-1109.

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