201411.24
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Strict social host laws may lower prevalence of underage drinking at parties

In a recent study published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, findings indicate that strict social host laws may play an important role in lowering the prevalence of underage alcohol consumption at parties. Social host laws prohibit adults from knowingly or unknowingly hosting an underage drinking party on property they own or…

201411.24
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19 Ways to Enhance the Holidays for Elders

There are so many ways to celebrate and enjoy the holidays. For some elders, certain ‘tasks’ may be daunting – like decorating the house. Other tasks may prove even more challenging – such as gift shopping, or cooking and baking. On the contrary, there are also able-bodied elders who have a desire to volunteer or become more involved…

201411.19
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Office coat drive to benefit United Neighbors of Fall River

UPDATED: November 25, 2014 Thank You again to all that donated to our clothing, coat and food drive! Today we donated 4 huge bags full of about 50 coats, nice warm clothes, scarves, gloves and hats along with about 20lbs of food and the needed toiletries they had asked for. Again, THANK YOU  for all of your…

201411.18
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12 Ways to Help Elders Avoid Sadness This Holiday Season

The holiday season is upon us… a time for family, fun, and celebration. Yet for many, the holidays bring added stress or worse, depression. In fact, holiday depression is a common occurrence among elders. For many, the season brings sadness and/or loneliness. Perhaps a spouse is no longer present, few family remain local, or an elder…

201411.06
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Free Youth Basketball Clinic this Saturday in New Bedford

On Saturday November 8th, Bristol County District Attorney Sam Sutter’s office will conduct a free basketball clinic for Fall River youth. The clinic marks the 70th free youth sports clinic offered by District Attorney Sutter since the program’s launch in 2007. To date, more than 4,600 total youth have been served. Saturday’s free basketball clinic…

201411.03
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BLOG: October Wrap-Up

What you may have missed… October was a busy month at the District Attorney’s Office! For starters, it was Domestic Violence Awareness Month which lined staff calendars with various community and outreach events. Among other things, the office conducted another free youth basketball clinic, and conducted an event for youth in Fall River about positive decision-making. Below, you’ll…