For the first time, a declaration between the government and community members to live a drug free lifestyle was signed at Moraviantown this past Saturday, creating a milestone in history. "This declaration is a first of its kind, in our community history as well as probably our country's history, as not only did the council members sign but also our community members," said Chief Greg Peters. "This declaration is also different in nature from the usual statements signed in the past, where the government takes a stand for something and dictates to the community members. This time our whole community is uniting as one." [continues 362 words]
The bitter and stark reality of a life involving drug abuse was the focus of a feature-length film produced by director, Iain Laird of Glencoe. In his first film, Pound of Pure, Laird captures the veracity of the lifestyle, with a unique look into the lives of addicts. The film, which was screened privately at Silver City Theatre in London last Thursday, stars Bothwell native Andrew Robinson. Robinson's lead character indulges in a life of drug abuse and drug dealing. [continues 515 words]
Recognition of drug abuse is the first step to helping someone recover. Luis Vlana, a pharmacist consultant for long term care services, says there are 10 key warning signs that might indicate a person is addicted to some sort of substance. Vlana was the guest speaker at the Chatham-Kent Crime Stoppers appreciation luncheon, held May 17. He said physical and emotional symptoms can include defensiveness, social withdrawal, running eyes and nose, a change in daily appearance and greater sensitivity to sunlight. [continues 336 words]
I rent, so every once in a while I get the urge to look at real estate ads and home decorating books and imagine what wonderful kind of castle I could live in (in my dreams). On the weekend, I happened to pick up a copy of Natural Living magazine and I found out something pretty intriguing. Hemp is already being touted as the ideal crop for many economically damaged areas, because it's historic (flax), it's low-maintenance, and it's resistant to a variety of diseases and pests. [continues 326 words]
Racing Against Drugs Program In 11th Year Children raced cars around a track at St. Paul's Congregational Church on March 28. As they were manoeuvring the cars around the 1:24 scale oval, they were learning a valuable lesson, said Const. Bernie Louwerse, community services officer with Chatham-Kent Police Service. Louwerse and other officers from the OPP, RCMP, railway police, emergency services and other members of the CK Committee Against Drugs, were at the launch of the 11th annual Racing Against Drugs program. [continues 222 words]
A recent six-month project, dubbed Project Nightscope, has netted the Chatham-Kent police Drug Enforcement and Intelligence Unit more than $358,000 worth of illegal drugs, along with nine guns. The Spirit of Bothwell - A recent six-month project, dubbed Project Nightscope, has netted the Chatham-Kent police Drug Enforcement and Intelligence Unit more than $358,000 worth of illegal drugs, along with nine guns. The project, which ran last March to November, targeted drug dealers in Chatham-Kent who were supplying drugs to young people, especially around the high schools. [continues 144 words]
