Youth Wellness Festival to provide info and activities for families Yoga, sensory tables, speakers and demos will be among attractions at the Youth Wellness Festival on Sunday, Aug. 14, from... Home 10 Aug 2022 | 01:21
Warwick Valley Prevention Coalition Coordinator Francesca Bryson & Town of Warwick Police Chief John Rader coordinated a successful ‘National Night Out’ on Aug. 2. ( Photo by Jennifer O’Connor) Warwick PD and Prevention Coalition collaborated on a ‘National Night Out’ that drew 1000 people Over 1,000 people attended “National Night Out” in Veterans Memorial Park in Warwick last Tuesday. Warwick Valley Prevention... Home 09 Aug 2022 | 01:09
( Photo by Meghan Carlson) Farmers Market location negotiation continues Safety and accessibility of Warwick Valley Farmers Market continue to be topics for the Village of Warwick Board of Trustees.... Home 04 Jul 2022 | 06:14
Dylan Moshier Prevention Coalition recognizes WVHS senior for healthy behavior leadership For “demonstrating exemplary drug and alcohol free behavior to his peers,” Warwick Valley High School senior Dylan Moshier... Local News 09 May 2022 | 05:02
Over 70 lbs. of unwanted medications were collected during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Shown, from left, are: Warwick Valley Coalition Coordinator Francesca Bryson, Warwick Police Officer Nick Scotto, Chief John Rader, Director of Prevention Services Annie Colonna, Mayor Michael Newhard, Town Supervisor Michael Sweeton & US National Guard Technical Sergeant Luis Giron. Over 70 lbs. of unwanted medications collected Over seventy pounds of medication were collected by the Warwick Valley Prevention Coalition at a drop-off booth for... Home 26 Apr 2022 | 12:48
Parent Workshop: Setting Limits with Young Children The root of the word discipline is ‘learn,’ so why does getting children to ‘learn’ how to control their impulses, desires... Local News 01 Feb 2022 | 12:43
Marijuana – It’s Not A Big Deal...Or Is It? Editor, Have you noticed that attitudes are changing about marijuana? We’ve heard parents say, “He just smokes a little... Letters to the Editor 16 Jan 2022 | 05:40
The Warwick Valley Prevention Coalition held a successful Trunk or Treat fund raiser on Halloween, raising $3,450 between sponsorships and funds from the event. Provided photo. ‘I have to say, Warwick, you impressed me’ Letters to the Editor 09 Nov 2021 | 02:16
Enacted in March 2016 by the Orange County Legislature, the Social Host Law was created to deter anyone under the age of 21 from breaking the law by consuming alcohol with the permission of a legal adult. Those 18 or older can be held responsible for hosting a party where alcohol is present with heavy fines and possible jail time for repeat offenders. Warwick. ‘Parents Who Host, Lose the Most’ As parties for Homecoming and Halloween as well as other festivities take place where alcohol and minors could both be present,... Local News 04 Oct 2021 | 12:37
Youth participate in educational activities about impairment and intoxication with Sgt. Julio Fernandez from the National Guard (right) during National Night Out in Warwick. Warwick. Building relationships between young people and law enforcement In an effort to build positive relationships with youth and law enforcement, the Warwick Valley Prevention Coalition recently... Local News 24 Aug 2021 | 10:27
In August the youth and Wickham Works created word art that spelled out the word “essential” and was displayed at the Warwick Community Center for a few weeks to show support to all the essential workers during this time. Photos provided by the Warwick Valley Prevention Coalition. The Warwick Valley Prevention Coalition reports on what it has been doing since August Members of the Warwick Valley Prevention Coalition want you to know that they are putting in the work during these challenging... Local News 31 Jan 2021 | 04:10
Here is an example of the to one of the Project Sticker Shock signs and stickers to be placed on alcohol packaging and bags that are designed to encourage people to drink responsibly and to obey the law. DA, Prevention Alliance of Orange County and Orange County STOP-DWI announce ‘Project Sticker Shock’ Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler, along with the Prevention Alliance of Orange County and Orange County STOP-DWI,... Local News 21 Nov 2020 | 03:03
CVS Pharmacy Warwick Coalition teams with local pharmacies Warwick Coalition Youth Coordinator Francesca Bryson worked with local pharmacies to promote the proper ways to dispose of... Business 15 Jun 2020 | 04:18
The Warwick Valley Prevention Coalition’s “Sticker Shock” is designed to be a conversation starter between parents and their children about topics such as drug and alcohol use. Win a grand prize in Warwick Prevention Coalition ‘Sticker Shock’ contest Did you know four out of five Warwick students choose not to smoke marijuana? Warwick Valley Prevention Youth Coordinator... Local News 01 Jun 2020 | 02:18
