Top 10 Stories of 2023: The Fentanyl Crisis
Fentanyl, the highly addictive opioid, has been on the street for a more than a decade now. But at the dawn of 2023, it became apparent it was impacting Montgomery… Read More
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Narcan Administered Twice in Schools Since Beginning of Academic Year
Narcan — the medicine that counteracts an opioid overdose — has been administered twice in Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) as of three months into the academic year, according to… Read More
Entries for ‘Speak Up, Save a Life’ Video Contest Due Nov. 17
Maryland State’s Attorney’s Office of Montgomery County hosts a PSA video contest to promote awareness of the dangers of opioids and fentanyl use among teens. All 6th through 12th graders… Read More
Man in Possession of 634 Fentanyl Pills Sentenced to Prison
A Germantown man was sentenced to five years in prison after he pleaded guilty last week to narcotics distribution and possession. Eon Brummell, 27, was sentenced to 20 years in… Read More
Residents Join Community Town Hall on Opioid Crisis
Parents and community members joined a town hall to voice their concerns about the opioid crisis and share their ideas to combat the issue. Roxanne Wood attended as a member… Read More
5 Maryland Laws Effective Oct. 1: What You Need to Know
Five Maryland state laws go into effect on Oct. 1. Here’s what you need to know. The Child Victims Act of 2023 The Child Victims Act of 2023 repeals the… Read More
Man Sentenced in Death of 20-Year-Old Who Died From Fentanyl Intoxication
A Rockville man was sentenced to a year in prison in the death of a man who died from fentanyl intoxication, according to the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office (MCSAO).… Read More
Community Recognizes Lives Lost to Overdose
As county agencies and partners continue efforts to combat overdoses, an annual event in Rockville raised awareness for reducing stigma and recognized those residents who have died. Those who have… Read More
Students Can Now Carry Narcan at School
Students are now allowed to carry Narcan in Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). MCPS, health and safety officials announced Monday that students can carry Narcan in schools under new guidance,… Read More
National Fentanyl Awareness Day Boosts Ongoing Efforts to Fight Opioid Overdoses
Takoma Park Police Department released a number of resources in honor of National Fentanyl Awareness Day on May 9. National Fentanyl Awareness Day aims to amplify nationwide efforts to increase… Read More
Hyattsville Man Charged with Possession of Controlled Dangerous Substance
A Hyattsville man was arrested and charged with possession of Oxycontin pills laced with suspected Fentanyl, according to Takoma Park Police. Ever Umanzor-Martinez, 22, also was charged with shoplifting and… Read More
Third Fentanyl Forum Offers More Personal Insights
The third Family Fentanyl Forum scheduled for Saturday, March 25, at Paint Branch High School, will focus on smaller breakout sessions. The sessions will be held every half hour to… Read More