A Day in Court

Published July 29, 2010

Addicts left high and not dry
The state’s largest drug and alcohol rehabilitation program is in danger of shutting down.

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Judge reviews rehab proposal
A Fayette County judge agreed Thursday to evaluate whether a Uniontown man could take part in a drug treatment program that relies upon a monthly injection that curbs cravings for alcohol and opiates. Attorney Angelo Papa Jr. said a shot of Vivitrol every 28 days would block Michael Hickenbottom from feeling the euphoric effects of opiates and alcohol, and stop his cravings for them …

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A day in court
Children participating in the Richmond Police Day Camp had a unique experience Friday. They were able to hear first-hand how drug addiction can alter one’s life, from a recovering drug addict.