Posted on November 12, 2019 by admin
On Veterans Day we honored and celebrated our retired military personnel and their families for their patriotism and sacrifice for the common good of our nation.
This sacred American holiday began as Armistice Day when on the 11th hour, on the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, an agreement signed by the Allies of World War I and Germany ending hostilities went into effect. The holiday was officially named Veterans Day in 1954.
I am grateful for the women and men in our community who have answered…
Posted on October 22, 2019 by admin
National Drug Take Back Day is this Saturday, October 26th, 2019. This is an opportunity for all of us to properly dispose of unused medications so they will not fall into the wrong hands. Below you will find drop-off information for our area.
National Drug Take Back Day – Naugatuck Police Department
Naugatuck Town Green – 21 Maple Street, Naugatuck
Saturday, October 26th, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
For more information, please visit the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency‘s website.
Posted on October 22, 2019 by admin
Opioid addiction has become a major public health issue. In response to the crisis, individuals, organizations, and elected officials across the country have responded by educating their communities about the dangers of prescription painkillers, providing resources and treatment for those dealing with substance abuse, and by taking legislative action to reduce the accessibility to these drugs.
Naugatuck and neighboring towns have taken similar steps to address the problem. Next Tuesday, October 29th,…
