Tuesday, October 6, 2026 marks the statewide designation of Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day in New Jersey. This day focuses on educating our community about the dangers of prescribed opioids and their link to addiction. To learn more, visit https://knockoutday.drugfreenj.org/
The Hammonton Police Department will be hosting a Rx Take Back Day on Saturday, October 24th from 9 a.m to Noon. Residents will have the opportunity to safely dispose of medications that are expired, unused or unnecessary at the Hammonton Police Department, located at 100 Central Ave.
Unused or expired medications sitting around the house can easily become dangerous — especially in homes with young children, teenagers or elderly family members. It’s crucial to take action and remove those risks.
Medications can be a source of accidental poisoning for kids or a temptation for teens experimenting with drugs. Adults and seniors also face the danger of confusing medications or taking ones that are no longer necessary.