The Orleans County Sheriff’s Office will participate in this nationwide initiative, which takes place on Saturday, September 29 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. This is a collaborative effort with the U.S. Department of Justice – Drug Enforcement Administration, the Orleans County Health Department, and the Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism & Substance Abuse (GCASA). According to Sheriff Scott Hess, this is a great opportunity for the public to surrender unwanted and/or expired medications for safe and proper disposal. Events such as these have dramatically reduced the risk of prescription drug diversion and abuse, as well as increasing awareness of the critical public health issue.
The following are collection points: Orleans County Public Safety Building, 13925 State Route 31, Albion; Holley Fire Department, 7 Thomas Street, Holley; Medina Fire Department, 600 Main Street, Medina. Holley and Medina fire departments are providing space in their facilities for this event.
