The Belt and Beyond | September 22nd, 2016
Volume 3, Issue 13
Volume 3, Issue 13
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14 HAPPENINGS<br />
Lights of Hope<br />
Lights of Hope," an event to raise awareness <strong>and</strong> helping the addicted". Lights of Hope is an awareness event<br />
that is present in every state, <strong>and</strong> started by “<strong>The</strong> Addicts Mom”. This group focuses on the mothers of addicted<br />
children. On Saturday, <strong>September</strong> 10th, in Downtown Portl<strong>and</strong> "Lights of Hope" was held. <strong>The</strong> event was organized<br />
by Penny Conway.<br />
Speakers included State Senator Mario Scavello, State Representative, Joe Emrick, Representatives from<br />
Recovery Revolution, A Clean Slate, Bloom, NA, AA, Drug Free World, Lehigh Valley<br />
Youth House, Clearbrook Treatment Center,<br />
Pyramid Healthcare, Teen Challenge <strong>and</strong> Portl<strong>and</strong><br />
Police Chief Mulligan were all present to answer<br />
questions.<br />
A c<strong>and</strong>elight vigil was held <strong>and</strong> everyone was<br />
welcome to light a c<strong>and</strong>le. A white c<strong>and</strong>le to<br />
represent those that are in recovery, a black c<strong>and</strong>le<br />
for those that have passed <strong>and</strong> lost their battle<br />
with addiction, <strong>and</strong>/or a red c<strong>and</strong>le for those that<br />
Spanish Honor Society members Leeann Prator, Amalia<br />
Abrahamsen, Emily Kolankiewicz Jacob Catino, Lydia<br />
Menio, State Rep.Joe Emrick<br />
are still struggling with addiction.<br />
Photos by Nick Pulsinelli<br />
Crowd during c<strong>and</strong>le lighting<br />
Bangor HS SADD members Kirsten Snyder,<br />
Paige Terrette, Kacie Syder, Leeann Prator,<br />
<strong>and</strong> State Representative Joe Emrick<br />
NA Members Katie K, Chris P <strong>and</strong><br />
Ashely C.<br />
Nick Labar telling<br />
his powerful story<br />
about overcoming<br />
addiction.<br />
Senator Mario Scavello, Penny Conway <strong>and</strong><br />
Portl<strong>and</strong> Mayor Lance Prator.<br />
Safety Day<br />
Safety Day was held at East Bangor Park on Sat.,<br />
<strong>September</strong> 10th. <strong>The</strong> day included Fire Truck tours,<br />
K-9 <strong>and</strong> a place Taser<br />
Demostation Demonstrations,<br />
Scouts made<br />
first aid kits gave them<br />
to those who attended<br />
the event.<br />
Photos by C<strong>and</strong>y Martin<br />
Pictured:Garrett Zazulak, Logan Borger, <strong>and</strong><br />
Connor Condel<br />
<strong>The</strong> crowd watches the demostrations.<br />
Officer Kevin Jones <strong>and</strong> "Edo" perform K-9 demonstrations<br />
at the East Bangor Safety Day.<br />
East Bangor Vol. Fire Department<br />
Taser demonstation pictured volunteer Tanner Ohl<strong>and</strong> Chief Mulligan,<br />
<strong>and</strong> Officer Bill Weyersburg
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