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Family of crash victim joins salute to first responders

Not everyone has the right stuff to be a first responder. Dealing with devastating fires, vehicle crashes and other emergencies takes strength of character. The regions' police officers, firefighters, emergency medical personnel and dispatchers were honored for their dedication at the second annual "First Responder Appreciation Breakfast," held Friday at Emmanuel Church in Richland Township.

2019-10-30T09:31:03-04:00

Red Ribbon Campaign inspires series of anti-drug promotions across region

The Cambria County Drug Coalition has a slate of events planned to celebrate Red Ribbon Week, the oldest and largest drug campaign in the nation.  The Red Ribbon Campaign started after drug traffickers in Mexico City murdered DEA Agent Enrique Camarena in 1985 and the tradition of displaying red ribbons as a symbol of intolerance

2019-10-30T09:41:09-04:00

Drug Take Back Event Scheduled for October 26th

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ Plus) — October 26 is the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. The Cambria County Drug Coalition is partnering with the D.E.A.’s efforts and has teamed up with 25 local police departments and pharmacies across the county to help people safely dispose of their drugs. Read More...

2019-10-15T12:17:07-04:00

Cambria County Drug Coalition to host “Recovery in the Valley”

JOHNSTOWN, CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Cambria County Drug Coalition is celebrating National Recovery Month this weekend. “Recovery in the Valley,” is a family-friendly event to promote the societal benefits of prevention, treatment and recovery while promoting the message that recovery in all its forms is possible. Read More...

2019-09-18T13:34:31-04:00

Recovery in the Valley planned in Johnstown as part of recovery month

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — September is the 30th celebration of national recovery month. "Recovery in the Valley" is an event taking place Saturday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Central Park in downtown Johnstown. This family-friendly event will promote the benefits of prevention, treatment and recovery of substance use and mental health conditions. Read More...

2019-09-18T13:31:23-04:00

Event supports families of overdose victims

Lanterns lit the way in Point Park in Johnstown on Saturday in memory of those who died from substance abuse. It was International Overdose Awareness Day. The local event was sponsored by the Cambria County Drug Coalition’s Recovery Workgroup. Read More...

2019-09-04T11:55:48-04:00

Overdose Awareness Day Event being held at Point Park

Saturday is International Overdose Awareness Day, and the Cambria County Drug Coalition's recovery work group is holding an event to raise awareness and reduce the stigma of substance use disorder. It will take place at Point Park in Johnstown from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m Read more...

2019-08-30T11:53:44-04:00
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