Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

October 24, 2019 | Michelle Queen

Prescription Drug Take-Back Day Set for Oct. 26

Montgomery County residents can safely dispose of expired, unwanted or unused prescriptions from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, a day set aside as the National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. Residents are encouraged to bring in medications containing controlled substances but will accept any medications brought for disposal. All sites will take pills […]

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April 19, 2019 | Michelle Queen

Drug Take-Back Day: Dispose of Drugs Safely April 27 at Police Stations Across the County

Montgomery County residents have a safe, free and anonymous opportunity to dispose of unused, unwanted or expired prescription drugs as part of National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 27. Montgomery County law enforcement agencies are participating in the national event which is coordinated by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to deal with the […]

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April 30, 2018 | Douglas Tallman

Five Things to Know for April 30 in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know for Monday, April 30, in Montgomery County: 1. Polar Discussion: A panel of speakers will discuss whether American politics is becoming more polarized. The discussion, hosted by Rockville Resistance, takes place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Rockville Senior Center, 1150 Carnation Drive. For more information, see […]

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April 27, 2018 | Michelle Queen

Five Things to Know for April 27 in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know for Friday, April 27, in Montgomery County: 1. Job Fair: More than 80 employers with full-time, part-time and internship positions will be at the Rockville Campus of Montgomery College for a job fair that is open to the public. 2. Autism Awareness: Montgomery Parks is sponsoring the Glow Walk […]

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October 27, 2017 | Staff Writer

Prescription Drug Take-Back Day Set for Oct. 28

Montgomery County residents can safely dispose of expired, unwanted or unused prescriptions on from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, a day set aside as the 14th National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. Residents are encouraged to bring in medications containing controlled substances but will accept any medications brought for disposal. All sites will […]

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April 29, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Five Things to Know Today, April 29, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, April 29, in Montgomery County: 1. If you are commuting on Metrorail’s Red Line, prepare for possible service delays today. According to WMATA, Red Line trains will single track between Medical Center and Van Ness stations (between 10 a.m. –  3 p.m., and from 8 p.m. to closing) so […]

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May 1, 2015 | Krista Brick

Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday (VIDEO)

On Saturday, May 2 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., several Montgomery County law enforcement agencies will be conducting a Prescription Drug Take-Back day at multiple locations. Montgomery County Police Cpl. Rebecca Innocenti explains how it works. This is a safe, free and anonymous opportunity to dispose of unused, unwanted or expired prescription drugs. This […]

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April 20, 2014 | Staff Writer

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day: April 26

Montgomery County police will participate in the National Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)’s “National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day” on April 26. The initiative, which began in 2010 is part of an effort to prevent the increasing problems of pill abuse and theft that occur nationwide. This service is free and anonymous, no questions asked. Bring unused […]

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October 26, 2013 | Staff Writer

Prescription Drug Take-Back Day (Video)

Montgomery County Police will host six drop-off locations for Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Oct. 26. Between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. these locations will accept expired, unused, or unwanted prescription drugs and as well over the counter medications. The service is free, anonymous, and “no questions asked.” Illicit drugs and syringes cannot be accepted […]

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