West Newbury police to hold drug take back day Oct. 24
The West Newbury Police Department announced it will join National Drug Take Back Day on Oct. 24, collecting unneeded prescription medications from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the police station on Main Street.
The Town of West Newbury announced Oct. 20 that the West Newbury Police Department will participate in National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 24, in collaboration with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency.
The event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the West Newbury Police Department, 401 Main St., West Newbury.
The annual event encourages residents to remove unneeded or unwanted prescription medications from their homes as a way to prevent medication misuse and opioid addiction from starting.
Police will accept pills and patches but cannot take liquids, needles or sharps. Residents with questions can call the department at 978-363-1212.
Source: Town of West Newbury announcement, October 20, 2026.
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