DOJ Grant to Help Fight Local Opioid Crisis by KIMBERLY PALMUCCI According to District Office
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Every moment is a fresh beginning. Free by request to residents of Douglas, Northbridge, Uxbridge, Linwood, Whitinsville and North Uxbridge SEND YOUR NEWS AND PICS TO [email protected] Friday, November 15, 2019 DOJ grant to help fight local opioid crisis BY KIMBERLY PALMUCCI according to District office. regional coalition called in people who are reach- itate positive change and TRIBUNE CORRESPONDENT Attorney Joseph D. “This is an exciting pro- the Juvenile Advocacy ing out for support prior long-term, sustainable Early, Jr. gram and the DA’s office Group. Over the last to experiencing an over- recovery.” MILFORD — A recent The Department is happy join our part- three years, the partners dose. “I look forward to con- grant of more than $1 of Justice grant for ners within the greater created the Regional “We are seeing approx- tinuing to work with Amy million will help Milford $1,092,869 will allow the Milford area,” Early said. Substance Navigation imately two new individ- Leone, our law enforce- fight opioids. partnership to expand “This collaboration of Program to address the uals a day who are reach- ment partners, and the The federal Department opioid-abuse preven- police departments and impact of the opioid epi- ing out to begin their District Attorney’s of Justice has awarded tion, intervention, and mental health providers demic, according to the journey of recovery,” Office,” added Milford the Worcester County treatment services. The will help people dealing release. said Amy Leone, Director Police Chief Michael District Attorney’s Office partnership is plan- with addiction to access The Regional Substance of Community Impact Pighetti. “I’m truly excit- and its partners in great- ning to establish a new services.” Navigation Program rep- Inc. “With the support ed about the opportunity er Milford a $1 million free-standing resource Over the last 16 years, resents Milford, Upton, of this grant and our to be involved and work- grant to enhance access recovery center in the Milford Police Hopedale, Medway, and continued relationship ing to decrease opioid use to recovery treatment Milford and expand the Department, in partner- Bellingham. The pro- with the Milford Police and abuse for the entire for people suffering from program beyond greater ship with Community gram has seen a reduc- Department we will cre- county.” substance use disorder, Milford, according to a Impact Inc., has estab- tion in overdose deaths ate a resource center in statement from Early’ lished a sustainable and a significant increase the Milford area to facil- BVCC Annual Meeting: Global leaders recognize local innovation SUTTON — The Award. Over the past decade, 41st Blackstone Valley Ms. Jung ranked consistently Chamber of Commerce among top leaders including Annual Meeting and Awards Fortune’s “Most Powerful Breakfast is scheduled for Women in Business,” Tuesday, Nov. 26 at Pleasant Forbes’ “Most Powerful Valley Country Club in Sutton Women in the World” and from 7 to 10 a.m. Financial Times’ “Top Women in World Business.” Over the last five years, the Blackstone Valley has Dr. Evan Malone, Founder made nationally recognized of NextFab that helped spawn progress on outreach and a nationwide movement engagement for community of maker spaces, includ- Courtesy Photo commerce innovation. The ing our own Blackstone nation is paying attention to Valley Ed Hub. Dr. Malone STANDOUT STUDENTS the pacesetting businesses also co-invented the first across the Valley. To celebrate open-sourced 3-D printer. Douglas High School is proud to announce the Students of the Month for October. Sophomore this evolution, the BVCC is Anthony Demeo (pictured on the left) is a hard working student who demonstrates the Douglas pleased to welcome a team Mark Coblitz, Senior High School core values of responsibility, perseverance, respect, and achievement. He is a of international, multi-indus- Vice President of Strategic class officer, dedicating countless hours helping the 10th grade class prepare for the upcoming try luminaries, highlighting Planning for Comcast. Mark Homecoming celebration. Stephen Gordo, a senior, (pictured on the right) is a conscientious what makes the Valley a role has won numerous technology and motivated student. His commitment to his education demonstrates the DHS core values model for the next genera- awards, including an Emmy. of responsibility, perseverance, and achievement. Stephen’s desire to excel in his academics is tion. The line-up of incredible inspiring to all who have the opportunity to work with him. The awards were presented by Vice guests includes: Rob Principal Desi Vega. Congratulations to Anthony and Stephen, Douglas High School’s Students Sheppard, Procurement of the Month. Andrea Jung, first woman Lead for 2,000+ dialysis CEO and Chairman of Avon centers, U.S. Procurement Corporation, and recipient of the International Women’s Please Read BVCC, page A15 Sutton Police participating in first responders challenge BY KIMBERLY PALMUCCI first participated in the chal- to donate our funds to,” the slated for Sunday, Jan. 26, at climb obstacles in TD Garden TRIBUNE CORRESPONDENT lenge last year. department released in a the TD Garden in Boston, and to benefit the families of fall- SUTTON — Members of “This challenge allows teams statement. “The 100 Club of the department has a website en first responders and raise the Sutton Police Department to raise money which is donat- Massachusetts helps support to raise donations for the cause. awareness around health and will once again participate in ed to a charity that the team the family members of First The Sutton Police Department wellness. Proceeds raised from the Boston Bruins B-Fit First selects. This year, some of our Responders in Massachusetts has set a goal of $1,500 for this fundraising efforts will benefit Responders Challenge to ben- officers are going to compete who have lost a loved one in year’s challenge. efit the families of fallen first again, and we’ve chosen the the line of duty.” The event invites first responders. The department 100 Club of Massachusetts The fourth-annual event is responders and civilians to Please Read FIRST RESPONDERS, page A15 Regional airport celebrates area veterans BY KIMBERLY PALMUCCI McGovern (D-MA). “We also TRIBUNE CORRESPONDENT salute the military families here in Massachusetts and WORCESTER — The throughout our nation that Massachusetts Port Authority have made tremendous sacri- recently joined local, state, fices on our behalf. Many of and federal elected officials these families eagerly await in a ceremony to honor vet- the arrival of their loved ones erans at Worcester Regional at Worcester Regional Airport Airport. The event, which when they return home, so it’s also marked the 750,000th pas- an especially fitting place for senger milestone, highlight- this ceremony. I’m grateful to ed a special donation to Home Worcester Regional Airport for Base, a Red Sox Foundation their recognition and support and Massachusetts General of our veterans, and I congrat- Courtesy Photo Hospital Program, which helps ulate them on this important service members, veterans, and milestone.” their families heal from invisi- The three airlines that serve “POLAR EXPRESS” TRAINS BEGIN TODAY the local airport—JetBlue, ble wounds. It is that time of year, and the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council will be running the American Airlines, and Delta “Every day our country is “Polar Express” trains between Woonsocket, R.I. and the North Pole at Uxbridge. The Air Lines—each donated two safe and free is a day made trains will operate from Nov.15 to Dec. 22 with runs added to the schedule this year due possible by America’s veter- to the demand. ans,” said Congressman Jim Please Read AIRPORT, page A19 2 • Friday, November 15, 2019 BLACKSTONE VALLEY TRIBUNE Lego Club - Thursdays from 3:30-6pm Winter is nearly here! Join Miss Deb Be a Master Builder and create with in singing and dancing to welcome the our different LEGOs! Ages 5 & up and chilly season. Best for toddlers and pre- LIBRARY no registration needed. schoolers. Brought to you by Beginning Bridges CFCE. Toddler Time - Saturdays from CORNER 10-11am Pajama Story Time - Thursday, Join us for relaxed play with blocks, December 26th from 6:30-7pm instruments, bubbles, and more to Dress in your jammies and bring your encourage healthy growing! No regis- stuffies to Miss Lindsey’s story time! tration needed. Best for ages 0-2.5 years. Stuffies can stay over in the library, and follow their night on Facebook the tive session about energy efficiency in Knitting Nights Club - Mondays from next day! Uxbridge Free Public Library the home. Our guest will be a repre- 6-7pm sentative of HomeWorks Energy, Inc, Drop-in for some knitting time and Syrup Saturday’s Book Club 15 North Main St., Uxbridge an energy auditing firm which works (508) 278-8624, ext. 101 make new friends! No registration - Saturday, December 28th from with the Mass Save Program. Please needed. Best for ages 10 and up. 11am-12:30pm consider attending to learn about Special Hours Join for our monthly book club meet- how you can make your home more *Read to Lexi - Mondays, December ing! Talk about books, come with book The Library will be closed on December efficient by updating lighting, insula- 24th, 25th, 31st and January 1st in obser- 2nd and 16th from 4-5pm suggestions for each month, and enjoy tion and heating/ventilation. Bring Bring a book or check one out and read some pancakes on us! No registration vance of Christmas and New Year’s your questions. You will be able to Day. with Lexi by your side. Registration is needed. Best for ages 8 and up. schedule an energy audit at this event. required. Call to sign up for a 15-minute The Library will be open for First slot.