Crime & Safety

Deadline To Register For Drug Forum Is Today

A number of speakers to address signs and symptoms of drug abuse

by Patricia A. Miller

Parents and guardians who want to learn more about the signs of drug abuse are urged to attend a drug forum at the Stafford Township Arts Center on Thursday night.

Speakers will include Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato, former New York Giants running back Keith Elias, Douglas S. Collier, drug initiative coordinator and law enforcement liaison for the state Attorney General's Office.

Maureen, Jesse and Tyler John Morella will also discuss "Jesse's Journey."

The forum - "Can We Talk?" - will include tips on how to discuss drug use and drug abuse with children.

Seating is limited. Today is the last day to register at instituteforprevention.com/DART. For more information call 732-886-4757.

The Arts Center is located at 1000 McKinley Avenue in Manahawkin.

The event is sponsored by the DART Coalition of Ocean County, the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office and the Barnabas Health Initiative.


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