Showing posts with label drugs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label drugs. Show all posts

AG Ferguson to hold summit on opioid epidemic with WSP, prosecutors

Thursday, June 8, 2017

The summit will be held at the UW
In 2015, more Washingtonians died from opioid overdoses than car accidents

Attorney General Bob Ferguson will hold a two-day summit in June on the opioid epidemic, convening law enforcement, medical professionals, prosecutors and public health experts.

“Opioids are devastating Washington families and communities, and overwhelming our safety nets,” Ferguson said. “This summit will bring together key stakeholders to identify next steps and solutions to this epidemic.”

The summit, scheduled for June 15 and 16 at the University of Washington, is free and open to the public. Those interested should register online. The session are free. Campus map here

  • Kane Hall: 8am-5pm, Thursday, Jun 15, 2017
  • Husky Union Building: 8:30am-12pm, Friday, Jun 16, 2017

Speakers include Attorney General Bob Ferguson, Washington State Patrol Chief John Batiste, King County Prosecuting Attorney Dan Satterberg and State Health Officer Dr. Kathy Lofy. Multiple sessions will share best practices from around the country, from drug monitoring to health care fraud field operations.

The Attorney General’s Office planned the summit in partnership with the Washington State Patrol and the Washington Association of Prosecuting Attorneys. On October 7, 2016, Governor Jay Inslee signed an executive order requesting that the AGO, along with law enforcement and community partners, develop and recommend strategies to reduce the supply of illegal opioids in Washington state.

In 2015, 718 Washingtonians died from opioid overdose, more than from car accidents. The majority of drug overdose deaths — more than six out of ten — involve an opioid.

The opioid epidemic has impacted Washington unlike any other state in the region. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Washington is the only Western state to see a statistically significant increase in drug overdose death rates between 2014 and 2015.

Nationwide, 1 in 4 people who receive prescription opioids for chronic pain in primary care settings struggle with addiction.

For more information on the upcoming opioid summit, contact Kelly Richburg



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Opiate Crisis community forum June 7

Monday, May 8, 2017


The Lake Forest Park Municipal Court is sponsoring a Community Forum on the Opiate Crisis in the State of Washington and the Country.

This forum is open to the public and will be held at Third Place Commons from 7pm-8:30pm on June 7, 2017.

Speakers include: 
  • Susan Kingston, Center for Opioid Safety Education, UW Alcohol & Drug Abuse Institute; 
  • Dr. Molly Carney, Ph.D. M.B.A, Executive Director, Evergreen Treatment Services; and 
  • Dr. Steven Freng, Psy.D., MSW, Prevention/Treatment Manager, NW High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area.


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Use for left over pet medications

Friday, February 3, 2017

By Vicki Michels

Recently I had to put down an elderly cat, who had some medical problems. I realized there were several kitty meds that I still had, with remaining unused pills, liquids, supplements.

How to dispose of them? Liquids down the drain? Solids in garbage? Neither of those solutions sounded very earth-friendly. So I phoned my local veterinarian.

I discovered that every veterinarian I phoned had the same information.  

When one has any kind of surplus medication for a pet, TAKE IT TO A VETERINARY CLINIC.  

They will look carefully at the item. If it is still useful, they will donate it to a pet shelter. One even mentioned that they can sometimes give it to another client who is too poor to pay for what their animal needs.

When any medicine or chemical is expired or not useful, they will dispose of it in the safest way. There is no charge for this. They are most happy to have them! Fluffy and Spike will thank you.

And please also bring them any "sharps" (e.g., hypodermic needles used for insulin) or other things like splints and braces. Many also will gratefully accept old blankets and towels, because sick animals can be pretty messy. 

The clinics I talked to are:

    Cats Exclusive
    19203 Aurora Ave. N. (98133)

    Cat Hospital
    14810 - 15th Ave. N.E. (98155)
    206-204-3366

    Lake Forest Park Animal Hospital
    6815 Bothell Way N.E. (98155)



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Medication disposal site at Shoreline Police headquarters

Saturday, December 17, 2016

Safely dispose of unwanted and/or expired medications in a new disposal kiosk located inside of Shoreline Police headquarters at 1206 N 185th St. Police Headquarters is open Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm.

ACCEPTED: Prescription and over-the-counter medications in any dosage, including prescribed controlled substances, in their original container or sealed bag.

NOT ACCEPTED: Vitamins, supplements, cosmetics, aerosols, inhalers, sharps, illicit drugs, medications containing iodine.



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Drugs increase as a factor in state traffic deaths

Tuesday, December 13, 2016

Impaired Driving Deadly Crashes, Washington, 2015

Law enforcement agencies across the state are participating in extra patrols aimed at getting DUI drivers off the roads over this holiday season from December 15 to January 1.

“The Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) funds these extra patrols because we want every family to enjoy the holidays with their loved ones,” said Darrin Grondel, WTSC director. “Unfortunately, we are very aware that deadly traffic crashes can turn holiday dreams into nightmares.” 
“We are alarmed at recent increases in traffic deaths involving DUI, especially among drivers who test positive for two or more drugs, or both alcohol and drugs,” said Grondel. “Our agency is charged with examining every detail of every deadly crash. When we look at this data, we have to wonder why we are seeing so many deadly crashes where drivers are mixing drugs and alcohol,” added Grondel.

An example of one such crash occurred on February 28, 2016 at 1:00 am. A 28-year-old man was driving under the combined influence of alcohol, marijuana and cocaine. He entered I-5 near Tukwila driving the wrong way. As he traveled around a curve he crashed head-on into another vehicle traveling the correct direction around the same curve. The crash killed the impaired driver and seriously injured the other driver. Test results showed a blood alcohol level of 0.28 percent, 14 nanograms of THC (the psychoactive chemical in marijuana) and a low amount of cocaine. He was unbuckled at the time of the crash.

The map shows this crash and all DUI crashes in Washington in 2015. None are recorded for Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, or Kenmore.

 “It makes it easy to see that nearly three times as many drivers involved in deadly DUI crashes had multiple substances in their bodies as those with only alcohol or a single drug,” said Grondel. 
“So as we travel this season, I would like to remind Washingtonians that mixing alcohol, marijuana and other drugs with driving can have devastating consequences. Give the gift of life this holiday season. Talk to your friends and family. Ensure they drive sober or find an alternative ride.”

In King County, multiple police forces, including Lake Forest Park and Shoreline, the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board, and the Washington State Patrol will be teaming up and participating in the extra patrols, with the support of the King County Target Zero Task Force.

View data about each crash here 



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National DEA Drug Take Back Day Saturday - but not many local sites

Wednesday, April 27, 2016


Clean out the medicine chest and dig in the back of the closet. Saturday is the national DEA drug take back day, when you can turn in your unused prescription medications for proper disposal.

Note that proper disposal does not include flushing drugs down the toilet. Filters are not made to take Prozac, Viagra, and other pharmaceuticals out of the water supply.

This event is held twice a year, in the spring and in the fall.

There are no local collection sites. Our police departments do not participate and the only local pharmacy that was in the program, Bartells, has stopped their participation.

However, you have a choice of two neighboring police departments
  • Seattle Police Department North Precinct, across from North Seattle Community College at Northgate, 10049 College Way N, Seattle 98133 Map 10am to 2pm
  • Edmonds Police Department, 250 5th Ave N, Edmonds 98020 Map 10am to 2pm, On an ongoing basis, Monday through Friday.
Not participating on Saturday
  • Mountlake Terrace Police Department, 5906 232nd St SW, Mountlake Terrace 98043 Map. They are not collecting on Saturday, however, they have a locked receptacle in the lobby where prescriptions can be dropped off during business hours 7:30am to 5pm Monday through Friday
  • Brier Police Department is on the DEA webpage, but they are not participating, nor do they have a collection bin.
  • Shoreline Bartells has discontinued participation in the drug take back and removed their collection bin. 
An officer at the Seattle North Precinct said that the process could not be simpler. You simply walk in and give them your prescriptions. An officer will be on duty the entire time - to make sure that people are putting things in the bins and not taking them out. 

At the last Drug Take Back Seattle North collected 500 pounds of drugs.

Updated 4-28-16 12:40pm

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Drive High, Get a DUI

Wednesday, June 18, 2014


Extra Summer DUI Patrols Kick Off July 1

With marijuana retail stores slated to open in early July, the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) is launching a campaign to remind those planning on patronizing the new businesses that driving high is illegal. The campaign is called “Drive High, Get a DUI.”
 
The new messaging coincides with Summertime DUI emphasis patrols kicking off July 1 and will feature three 30-second television commercials. The Colorado Department of Transportation produced and aired the commercials in Colorado earlier this year as part of their efforts to combat high driving.

The ads show individuals attempting activities while high. On-screen text points out that while it’s now legal to do these things while high, it is still not legal to drive under the influence of marijuana. You can view the ads here: 
Although Initiative 502 did not provide funding for public education prior to legalization, the WTSC believes this campaign is critical to preventing impaired driving.

These and all extra patrols are part of Target Zero — striving to end traffic deaths and serious injuries in Washington by 2030. Additional information on the Washington Traffic Safety Commission can be found on the website.


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Dispose of unwanted medicine safely at Lake Forest Park Police Department

Thursday, March 14, 2013


Unused medications pose a risk to our families, communities and the environment. Don’t store them, flush them or throw them in the trash. Safely dispose of your unused medications free of charge at the Lake Forest Park Police Department on the second floor of City Hall. Simply bring your leftover medicines to the Police Department window and the clerks will give you instructions on how to use the green Secure Medicine Disposal box in the second floor lobby.

Reliable studies suggest that anywhere from 10 – 30 percent (hundreds of thousands of pounds) of all drugs go unused. Once they become leftovers, medicines designed to improve our lives can become devastating destroyers. About ½ of the 37,000 phone calls to the Washington Poison Center concern young children who have been poisoned by medicines found at home.

The problem goes beyond drug abuse and accidental poisoning. Leftover medicine is toxic waste and when it is flushed, poured down the drain or dumped in the garbage it can end up polluting our waters, hurting aquatic life and contaminating food and water supplies.


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Medication Use Safety Training for SeniorsTM program at Calvin

Tuesday, March 12, 2013


MUST for Seniors(TM) Workshop
March 22nd at 1pm. - Calvin Presbyterian Church
18826 3rd Ave NW, Shoreline 98177

Older Adults More Likely to Experience (Often Preventable) Adverse Drug Effects

Most older adults live with at least one chronic condition, including arthritis, heart disease or diabetes, take multiple medicines and consult several healthcare providers. In addition, age-related changes that affect the way certain drugs work in the body, as well as noticeable communication gaps about medicines between patients and their healthcare providers, can set the stage for serious medicine use related problems, resulting in additional illness, hospitalization and even death.

The Community Fitness and Wellness Program at Calvin Presbyterian Church is joining the National Council on Patient Information and Education (NCPIE) to provide the Medication Use Safety Training for SeniorsTM program (MUST for SeniorsTM) and make available important information about safe medicine use to older adults and caregivers in Shoreline and Edmonds. Approximately 1 in 4 people living in Shoreline/Richmond Beach area around Calvin Church is an older adult, living independently.

MUST for SeniorsTM is an interactive initiative designed to promote safe and appropriate medicine use by giving older adults and caregivers the tools and know-how to avoid medication misuse, recognize and manage common side effects in consultation with their healthcare providers, and improve medicine use knowledge, attitudes, and skills to avoid medication errors. Accidental Misuse of medications can lead to loss of independence; cause cascading health consequences or even lead to death.



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Kenmore sets up permanent prescription drop box

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Kenmore drop box
Residents of Kenmore now have a free and easy way to properly dispose of their prescription drugs. The City of Kenmore has installed a prescription drug drop box in the lobby of City Hall, 18120 68th Ave NE. Turning in expired or unused prescription drugs for disposal is the only secure and environmentally sound way to dispose of leftover medicines. Residents may drop off medication Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding holidays, no questions asked. We are unable to accept needles, fluids or inhalers.

Protect our kids, families, and environment. Unused or expired prescription medications are a public safety issue, leading to accidental poisoning, overdose, and abuse. Prescription drug abuse is the fastest-growing drug problem in the country. In Washington State, 11 percent of teens use prescription drugs for non-medical reasons – a rate among the highest in the nation. Over half of teens abusing prescription drugs get them from a family member or friend, often without their knowledge.

Unwanted prescription drugs left in the home endanger our children, seniors and pets. Over half of the 37,000 calls to the Washington Poison Center in 2009 were for young children poisoned by medicines found at home. The elderly are also at risk of accidental poisonings and human medications are the leading cause of pet poisoning.

It’s important to properly dispose of drugs. Unused prescription drugs thrown in the trash can be retrieved and abused or illegally sold. Unused drugs that are flushed contaminate the water supply. Proper disposal of unused drugs saves lives and protects the environment.

For questions, contact the City at 425-398-8900.


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Dispose of unwanted medicine safely at Lake Forest Park Police Department

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Photo by CarbonNYC
Unused medications pose a risk to our families, communities and the environment. Don’t store them, flush them or throw them in the trash. Safely dispose of your unused medications free of charge at the Lake Forest Park Police Department on the second floor of City Hall at the northeast corner of LFP Town Center property at 17171 Bothell Way NE.

Simply bring your leftover medicines to the Police Department window and the clerks will give you instructions on how to use the green Secure Medicine Disposal box in the second floor lobby.

Reliable studies suggest that anywhere form 10 – 30 percent (hundreds of thousands of pounds) of all drugs go unused. Once they become leftovers, medicines designed to improve our lives can become devastating destroyers. About ½ of the 37,000 phone calls to the Washington Poison Center concern young children who have been poisoned by medicines found at home.

The problem goes beyond drug abuse and accidental poisoning. Leftover medicine is toxic waste and when it is flushed, poured down the drain or dumped in the garbage it can end up polluting our waters, hurting aquatic life and contaminating food and water supplies.



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National Pharmaceutical Drug Take Back Day Saturday

Friday, April 27, 2012

On Saturday, you can clean out your medicine chest and take your unwanted, left over, and expired pharmaceuticals for proper disposal.

They do need to be in the original, labeled container.

Drop off your pharmaceuticals at the Shoreline Police Department, 1206 North 185th Street.  

Bartell Drugs has permanent take-back programs. Their nearest stores are at 185th and Aurora, Westgate in Edmonds, 125th and Lake City Way, and Mountlake Terrace on 44th.

Bartells takes vitamins, supplements, pet medications, and prescription drugs, all in their original containers but only the police departments can take controlled substances.


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CleanScapes Tip: Safe Medicine Disposal - local drug take-backs

Sunday, October 23, 2011

National Pharmaceuticals Take-back Day

Properly dispose of your medications

October 29, 2011 from 10am to 4pm

Shoreline Police Station
1206 N 185th St
Shoreline, Washington 98133


Safe Medicine Disposal

Got meds? Most of us do. Once they expire or are no longer needed, there is a better, safer and healthier solution than flushing them down the drain or throwing them in the garbage.

The Take Back Your Meds program offers drop-off locations throughout Washington and provides a safe way to take back, and dispose of, unwanted medications.

Local Take Back locations
These locations will take your medications on a regular basis, when a pharmacist is on duty.

Bartell Drugs, Shoreline Pharmacy - Gateway Plaza
18420 Aurora Ave. N, Shoreline WA 98133-4416
Monday - Friday 9am-9pm; Saturday 9am-6pm; Sunday 10am-6pm

Bartell Drugs, Mountlake Terrace - Cedar Plaza
22803 44th Ave W, Mountlake Terrace WA 98043 - Snohomish County No controlled substances

Bartell Drugs, Edmonds Pharmacy - Westgate
23028 100th Ave. W, Edmonds WA 98020 - Snohomish County Monday-Friday 9am-9pm; Saturday 9am-6pm; Sunday 10am-6pm No controlled substances
425-774-4916

Group Health Cooperative, Lynnwood Medical Clinic Pharmacy
20200 54th Ave W, Lynnwood WA 98036 - Snohomish County Monday-Friday 8:30am-6pm; Saturday 9am-12:30pm
425-672-6460

Controlled substances
Controlled substances are only accepted at participating law enforcement offices. Controlled substances are drugs with a high potential for abuse and addiction. Examples include:
  • Narcotic pain killers such as Vicodin®, OxyContin®, Percocet®, codeine, methadone, Fentanyl® patches and morphine
  • Stimulant drugs, such as Ritalin® and Adderall®
  • Depressants such as Xanax® , Valium® and lorazepam
These locations will take controlled substances on a regular basis, but it is a good idea to call first:

Mountlake Terrace Police
5906 232nd St. SW, Mountlake Terrace WA 98043
Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm
425-388-3199

Brier Police Station
2901 228th St. SW, Brier WA 98036 - Snohomish County Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm Accepts controlled substances
425-388-3199

Edmonds Police
250 Fifth Ave. N, Edmonds WA 98020 - Snohomish County Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm Accepts controlled substances
425-388-3199

Take Back locations accept over-the-counter medicine, vitamins, prescription medication, pet meds, inhalers, samples and liquid medications. A complete list of what you can bring to a Take Back location, and which items may need special handling or disposal, is available online.

For the items that cannot be dropped off, such as needles, empty prescription containers and syringes there are alternative disposal solutions available.

What can you take back?
Temporary drop off locations
Frequently asked questions

The Big Picture

Why bring medicines back? After years of flushing unused medicines down the drain, studies are now showing minute levels of pharmaceuticals in waterways and drinking water across the US.

In 1999-2000, the US Geological Survey tested 139 streams throughout the US for the presence of 95 pharmaceuticals. The tests found that 80% of streams contained 1 or more of these pharmaceutical chemicals, 50% of streams contained 7 or more pharmaceutical chemicals and 34% of streams contained 10 or more pharmaceutical chemicals.

Environmental Protection Agency studies in 2007 indicated that over 100 individual PPCPs (Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products as Pollutants) have been identified in environmental samples and drinking water.

In 2008 the Associated Press announced results of their investigative study, reporting that the drinking water for 46 million people has trace amounts of pharmaceuticals.

While more research is needed to determine long term health impacts on humans and aquatic ecosystems from PPCPs, we can help do our part now and dispose of medicine safely.

By keeping unused and expired medicine out of our waterways you can help keep drinking water, waterways and wildlife safe!

Do you have a great idea or community waste reduction project?  Email the CleanScapes waste reduction team.

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National Pharmaceutical Drug Take Back Day

Sunday, May 15, 2011

From Shoreline Police
The Shoreline Police Department Special Enforcement Unit once again participated in the National Pharmaceutical Drug Take Back Day sponsored by the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration. Six months ago when we participated in this program, we collected 98 pounds of unwanted prescription drugs. This year the citizens of Shoreline turned in over 216 pounds of prescription drugs for disposal.

To get an idea of what this looked like, the SET Unit had 31 paper grocery bags full of prescription drugs. DEA did advise that they will be conducting this program twice a year since they have had such great success. The next drug take back day is planned for September 2011.

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National Pharmaceuticals Take-Back Day Saturday April 30

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

From the King County Council
The medicine cabinet is challenging the liquor cabinet as a way to get high. Prescription drug abuse is growing in the U.S., with the primary source of those drugs being unused and expired medicines kept inside the home. The Metropolitan King County Council today gave its unanimous support to a national effort encouraging the safe disposal of unused drugs by recognizing the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, set for this Saturday, April 30.

According to a 2009 national survey, rates of prescription drug abuse in the United States are alarmingly high, with more Americans currently abusing prescription drugs than those using cocaine, hallucinogens, and heroin combined. For many, prescription medications are the first drugs they abuse, and they’re obtained from the medicine cabinets of families and friends.

The goal of National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is to get unused, unneeded and expired drugs out of homes and into the hands of agencies that can safely disposed of the medications. There is no cost for turning in the narcotics, a similar effort last fall resulted in 121 tons of drugs being taken out of homes across the nation.

The Sheriff's office provides this link for information on safe disposal of medications for any day, but on Saturday, April 30, you can take your unused and expired medicines to the Shoreline Police department from 10 am to 4 pm, 1206 N 185th St, Shoreline WA 98133.

Several drugstores, including Bartell's at 185th and Aurora, will take back human and veterinary drugs at any time.


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Inslee Safe Drug Disposal Act passes the US House of Representatives

Tuesday, September 28, 2010


On September 23, the US House of Representatives passed Rep. Jay Inslee’s (WA-01) Safe Drug Disposal Act, H.R. 5809, by unanimous consent. This important bipartisan legislation will break down barriers preventing communities from starting comprehensive and all inclusive drug take-back programs in accordance with Drug Enforcement Agency guidelines. Drug take-back programs provide communities with a safe, legal option for disposing unwanted or unneeded prescription medication.

“Passing the Safe Drug Disposal Act is a big win for Washington families,” said Rep. Inslee. “Prescription drug abuse is a growing plague in our communities. This week, nine middle school students in Bremerton were hospitalized after popping prescription pills some of the students brought from home."

Prescription drug abuse is a growing problem in Washington state and around the country. Between 1999 and 2006, the number of fatal poisonings involving prescription drugs more than tripled across the United States.

The Safe Drug Disposal Act would allow local agencies and organizations to set-up and run safe drug disposal efforts, like drop-off boxes and mail-in programs, in accordance with future DEA regulations.

Bartell Drugs provided the first take-back locations in Washington’s pioneering Unwanted Medicine Return program and continues to expand locations at its stores in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties.

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Take your unused prescription meds to Bartells

f you missed the opportunity to take your unused prescription meds to the police storefronts this last Saturday, you can still take them to Bartells, which has a permanent drop-off spot at their pharmacy.


The Shoreline webpage has the store hours, location, phone numbers, and store locator for other Bartells stores, all of which have the Take It Back program.

The Shoreline Bartells is located at N 185 between Midvale N and Aurora.




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National Pharmaceutical Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, September 25

Tuesday, September 21, 2010


In an effort to remove the dangers of unwanted / unused pharmaceuticals, the Shoreline Police Department will be participating in a cooperative effort with DEA in providing a drug take-back site in our community.

Citizens are encouraged to drop off any controlled, non-controlled and over the counter substances for disposal at the Shoreline Police collection sites. This program is anonymous and all efforts will be made to protect the anonymity of the individuals disposing of the medications. No questions or requests for identification will be made.

Participants may dispose of medication in its original container or by removing the medication from its container and disposing of it directly into a disposal box. If an original container is submitted, the individual should be encouraged to remove any identifying information from the prescription label by either removing the label or utilizing a permanent marker. Liquids will be accepted such as cough syrup as long as it is in its original container.

Not accepted
Intra-venous solutions, injectables, syringes or medical waste will not be accepted due to potential hazard posed by blood-borne pathogens. Illicit substances such as marijuana, methamphetamine, heroin or cocaine are not part of this initiative and should not be placed in collection containers.

The collection sites for the City of Shoreline:
Saturday September 25
  • 8 am-11:30 am, Westside Police storefront, 624 NW Richmond Beach Road, Shoreline 98177. Near QFC and Tweedy and Pop Hardware.
  • 12 pm – 3:30 pm, Eastside storefront, 521 NE 165 St, Shoreline 98155. By Cafe Aroma, near the Crest Theatre.

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City of Shoreline residents have access to easy-to-use prescription discount card

Thursday, July 29, 2010


In the current economic climate where people are watching their spending, the discount card can offer average savings of 20 percent off the retail price of prescription drugs

The City of Shoreline has launched a program to help provide residents with some relief from the high cost of prescription drugs. The City is making free prescription discount cards available to Shoreline residents through a program sponsored by the National League of Cities (NLC). The discount cards offer residents savings off the retail price of commonly prescribed medications.

The discount card may be used by all residents of Shoreline and has no restrictions based on the resident’s age, income level, or existing health coverage. The discount card benefits not only those without insurance, but can also be used by underinsured residents to obtain prescriptions that are excluded from health benefit plans. The NLC card can be used when purchasing prescription drugs at participating pharmacies around the city and across the country.

There is no enrollment form required to get a card, no membership fee of any kind and City residents and their family members can use the card any time their prescriptions are not covered by insurance. Cards can be printed from the Internet at no cost. City residents can visit the website to find a list of participating pharmacies and access program tools or call toll-free (888) 620-1749 for assistance with the program.

The discount card program is administered by CVS Caremark.

Participating area pharmacies:

North City
  • Walgreens
  • Safeway
  • Fircrest School Pharmacy
Ballinger
  • Rite Aid
LFP
  • Rite Aid
Briarcrest-Ridgecrest
  • QFC 145th
  • Walgreens Lake City Wy
Town Center
  • Top Food and Pharmacy 175th
  • Walgreens 175th
  • Fred Meyer Pharmacy
  • Bartell Drugs 185th
Aurora
  • Walgreens 145th
  • Safeway 155th
Richmond Beach
  • Rite Aid
  • QFC

About The National League of Cities
The National League of Cities (NLC) is the nation’s oldest and largest organization devoted to strengthening and promoting cities as centers of opportunity, leadership and governance. NLC is a resource and advocate for 19,000 cities, towns and villages, representing more than 218 million Americans. Learn more about NLC.

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Huge drug bust in Mountlake Terrace leads to Shoreline grow operation

Friday, July 9, 2010

by Dustin DeKoekkoek in the MLTNews.com

On Wednesday morning, June 30, at approximately 6:30 AM, City of Mountlake Terrace officers, detectives, a reserve officer and the evidence room technician assisted the South Snohomish County narcotics task force and Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) in serving warrants in King County and Snohomish County. Most of our personnel were at a home in the City of Shoreline in the area of 3rd and 165th Pl NE, which was a split-level home occupied by two adult females and an infant. The home had a large marijuana grow operation with power diversion. Approximately 350, four foot tall, maturing plants were seized at the home along with grow lights, hoods, power diversion equipment and sophisticated ventilation system.

Shoreline police assisted in the service of two warrants June 30 on behalf of the South Snohomish County Narcotics Task Force.

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