Port Jervis Trying to Combat Rise in Heroin Use

Port Jervis trying to combat rise in heroin use

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"Heroin seems to be the illicit drug of choice," said Alice Smith of Restorative Management, a drug treatment center in Port Jervis. The reason for the increase, say law enforcement officials, local drug abuse specialists and community activists, are a …
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Underage drinking fines in Pennsylvania will go up on holiday

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“The more obstacles or barriers there are for the use of a substance, generally the less use there will be,” said Dr. Neil Capretto, medical director of Gateway Rehabilitation Center in Moon, which treats people for alcoholism and other substance abuse …
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Jeannette, New Castle frequent targets of arsonists

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It is a common concern in once-vibrant manufacturing cities in Western Pennsylvania. Glassport Mayor Michael Evanovich has issued a public … Motivations run the gamut from boredom to alcohol or drug use. Arsonists usually work alone, at night, and …
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Vet Never Opened Medals Drawer After Army Addictions

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The former private first class said she became an addict — to prescription painkillers, to heroin, to most any drug she could score — while stationed in Iraq, Germany and Texas. She wasn't … Sent three times to rehab, Williams said she was rarely …
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