Gannet Broadcasting (Washington D.C.) June 12, 2013
"More teenagers are getting their hands on prescription drugs and deterring them isn't as easy as monitoring your own medicine cabinet anymore. Controlled medications can be just a few computer clicks away.
Recently, a 15-year-old from Maryland turned to the Internet to buy prescription painkillers. In his first phone call, that you can hear in a video obtained by WUSA 9, the teen calls a hotline for an online pharmacy based overseas to place an order for Percocet. When asked if he has a prescription, the teen says, 'No, I don't have a prescription.' The operator then responds, 'No problem. Sir, we can get that, because if you do not have a prescription, we provide the medication, no problem.'" Read More
Friday, June 14, 2013
School’s out, summer’s in, so watch out for underage drinking
Ballard News-Tribune, June 12, 2013
"As school gets out, the weather gets drier and warmer and summer rolls in, its time for parents to think about their children and what they do at night. With nothing better to do, underage drinking can run rampant.
Recently, the Ballard News-Tribune acted as a passenger in a police car. Sgt. Todd Kibbee, who has worked in the North Precinct for over 20 years and knows it like the back of his hand, showed the Tribune all of the common places that officers find underage and illegal drinking. Soundview Playfield, Sunset Hill Park, Golden Gardens and private beaches are all places that kids will congregate to drink and, in their perspective, have a good time." Read More
"As school gets out, the weather gets drier and warmer and summer rolls in, its time for parents to think about their children and what they do at night. With nothing better to do, underage drinking can run rampant.
Recently, the Ballard News-Tribune acted as a passenger in a police car. Sgt. Todd Kibbee, who has worked in the North Precinct for over 20 years and knows it like the back of his hand, showed the Tribune all of the common places that officers find underage and illegal drinking. Soundview Playfield, Sunset Hill Park, Golden Gardens and private beaches are all places that kids will congregate to drink and, in their perspective, have a good time." Read More
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Local Organizations Commend Businesses In Compliance with Liquor Laws
The Haddams-Killingworth Patch (East Haddam, CT) June 11, 2013
"After four East Haddam locations failed a liquor compliance check on Friday, East Haddam Youth & Family Services and the East Haddam Local Prevention Council acknowledge those businesses in town that were found to be in compliance.
On the evening of Friday, June 7th, agents from the Department of Consumer Protection’s Division of Liquor Control and the Resident Trooper’s Office of East Haddam conducted compliance checks of package stores, grocery stores, and restaurants in East Haddam and Moodus." Read More
"After four East Haddam locations failed a liquor compliance check on Friday, East Haddam Youth & Family Services and the East Haddam Local Prevention Council acknowledge those businesses in town that were found to be in compliance.
On the evening of Friday, June 7th, agents from the Department of Consumer Protection’s Division of Liquor Control and the Resident Trooper’s Office of East Haddam conducted compliance checks of package stores, grocery stores, and restaurants in East Haddam and Moodus." Read More
Bullying Bulletin Board: Is summer a bullying-free time for kids?
Norwich Bulletin (Norwich, CT) June 11, 2013
"Decades ago, a student being picked on by a classmate saw June as heralding relief. During the off-school months, targets escaped their daily tribulations.
But today, when so much bullying occurs online or outside of school, a target may know that summer doesn’t mean a true break. The school hallways may be empty, but the Internet buzzes with a newfound energy when the weather is hot. It’s certainly true that many summertime activities attempt to get children to forgo electronics – sometimes even successfully. I’ve also noticed in the field that students are becoming increasingly aware that constant connectivity is probably not healthy." Read More
"Decades ago, a student being picked on by a classmate saw June as heralding relief. During the off-school months, targets escaped their daily tribulations.
But today, when so much bullying occurs online or outside of school, a target may know that summer doesn’t mean a true break. The school hallways may be empty, but the Internet buzzes with a newfound energy when the weather is hot. It’s certainly true that many summertime activities attempt to get children to forgo electronics – sometimes even successfully. I’ve also noticed in the field that students are becoming increasingly aware that constant connectivity is probably not healthy." Read More
Putnam package stores fail compliance checks
Norwich Bulletin (Putnam, CT) June 10, 2013
"Two Putnam package stores recently failed state compliance checks by allegedly selling alcohol to minors, according to the state Department of Consumer Protection.
On Saturday, liquor control agents and officers from the Putnam Police Department conducted compliance checks of package stores and grocery stores in town. A volunteer minor was trained and provided by the Governor’s Prevention Partnership." Read More
"Two Putnam package stores recently failed state compliance checks by allegedly selling alcohol to minors, according to the state Department of Consumer Protection.
On Saturday, liquor control agents and officers from the Putnam Police Department conducted compliance checks of package stores and grocery stores in town. A volunteer minor was trained and provided by the Governor’s Prevention Partnership." Read More
Alcohol advertising influencing teen girls; should contain health warnings
Edmonton Journal, June 10, 2013
"The Canadian Medical Association Journal is raising concerns about alcohol advertising, saying young girls are being influenced by the ads the industry says are aimed at young women.
The editorial in this week's issue of the journal calls for health warnings to be embedded in alcohol ads so that young girls understand the risks of drinking.
Dr. Ken Flegel, author of the editorial, said studies from the United States show that adolescent girls see about 68 per cent of alcohol advertisements aimed at young women, where drinking-aged women see about one-quarter of the ads." Read More
"The Canadian Medical Association Journal is raising concerns about alcohol advertising, saying young girls are being influenced by the ads the industry says are aimed at young women.
The editorial in this week's issue of the journal calls for health warnings to be embedded in alcohol ads so that young girls understand the risks of drinking.
Dr. Ken Flegel, author of the editorial, said studies from the United States show that adolescent girls see about 68 per cent of alcohol advertisements aimed at young women, where drinking-aged women see about one-quarter of the ads." Read More
Monday, June 10, 2013
Group Urges Caution in Hosting Teen Parties
Voices News (Southbury, CT) June 8, 2013
"Southbury and Middlebury Acting Responsibly Together suggests that parents and influencing adults should consider some important factors because many people will be hosting parties for their children during this graduation season.
There are many consequences to hosting a party where underage drinking occurs.
The host may have his or driver’s license suspended, pay a fine, and/or serve jail time." Read More
"Southbury and Middlebury Acting Responsibly Together suggests that parents and influencing adults should consider some important factors because many people will be hosting parties for their children during this graduation season.
There are many consequences to hosting a party where underage drinking occurs.
The host may have his or driver’s license suspended, pay a fine, and/or serve jail time." Read More
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