SAFE GC Coalition: Why Some Doctors Are Reluctant to Treat Addiction

A new study​ has identified the top reasons why some physicians may be reluctant to intervene in addiction.

Community Turns Out for NS Hispanic Chamber's Latin Fiesta/Expo

Event honored local Voice and Speech Coach and Former Councilman Gaitley Stevenson-Mathews

SAFE GC Coalition: More Methadone Access Needed for Fentanyl Crisis

Growing evidence suggests that methadone is as safe and effective as buprenorphine for patients who use fentanyl.

SAFE GC Coalition: National Survey on Drug Use Shows Vaping Concerns

In 2023, 1.5 million adolescents aged 12 to 17 initiated nicotine vaping in the past year.

Loggia Glen Cove Revives Beloved Annual Picnic

Members and Friends Gathered for a Day of Celebration and Camaraderie

The Best of Times: Arena Rock Tribute at Downtown Sounds

Downtown Glen Cove sailed away Friday with Arena Rock Tribute.

SAFE GC Coalition: NIDA Says HIV Care Should Aid in Prevent Overdoses

HIV and substance use have been inextricably linked since the HIV epidemic began more than four decades ago.

SAFE GC Coalition: JUUL Settlement Money Distributed to LI

More than $8.8 million to Suffolk County and over $7.5 million to Nassau County has been distributed from a settlement from JUUL.

The Rustlers at Downtown Sounds: We Liked It, We Loved It

The Rustlers had attendees saying “we want some more of it” after their Friday night performance.

SAFE Glen Cove Coalition – Parents Should Know the Dangers of Vaping

SAFE and Coalition Partner TAC in our effort to keep parents informed of the new body of science surfacing regarding the harms of vaping.

Downtown Sounds is Off to a Swinging Start with The Dance Mechanics

​Downtown Sounds kicked off Friday with a performance by The Dance Mechanics!

SAFE GC Coalition: What Parents Should Know About Cannabis and Teens

Compared with teens who do not use cannabis, teens who use cannabis are more likely to quit high school or not get a college degree.

SAFE GC Coalition: Big Tobacco’s Unsafe Marketing Strategy

In the midst of a dramatic increase in popularity the flavored oral nicotine pouch brand Zyn is now enticing users with a rewards program.

Bringing Hope to Downtown

The Glen Cove Public Library’s Hope Mural has made its way to downtown!

Primary Care Doctors Can Prescribe Addiction Treatment

Recent federal policy changes have removed some barriers to prescribing buprenorphine by primary care physicians.

SAFE GC Coalition: Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Flavored E-Cig Case

The Supreme Court granted the FDA’s request to review a decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.

7 Key Consideration Points for Hiring Online Class Help Services

Increasing higher education demand drives students to academic service providers for coursework, exams, essays, and research help.

SAFE GC Coalition: CADCA Opposes the Rescheduling of Marijuana

CADCA maintains marijuana use is very concerning in young people as it has been associated with lower academic performance.

SAFE GC Coalition: NYS OASAS Cannabis Prevention Toolkit

Conflicting information about cannabis makes it difficult for teens to know how much of a risk it truly is.

Assemblymember Lavine Paper Goods Drive

To support Living Water for Women

SAFE GC Coalition: Warning Labels on Social Media Platforms

The U.S. surgeon general recent announced that he would strongly advocate for a warning label on social media platforms.

Tribute & Honor Foundation Announces Ben Farnan Scholarship Recipients

Celebrating Glen Cove High School Graduates Mark LaRocca and Ruben Martinez for Their Commitment to Serving our Nation

SAFE GC Coalition: Alcohol Use Disorder and Dementia

Recent research by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) has found alcohol use is a risk factor for dementia.

SAFE GC Coalition: Fentanyl Awareness and Youth

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine.

FCA to Hold 39th Annual Scholarship Breakfast

Keynote features NCAA Champion wrestler Anthony Robles

Daniel Gale Foundation Announces Second Annual Outing

Day of Golf, Tennis and Pickleball Supports Long Island, Brooklyn, Queens Not-for-Profits

SAFE GC Coalition: American Lung Association State of Tobacco Control

The American Lung Association’s annual “State of Tobacco Control” reports government actions to eliminate tobacco use.

SAFE GC Coalition: Medetomidine Now Appearing in Illegal Drug Supply

OASAS has released an advisory to make the public aware of a new threat entering the illegal drug supply - medetomidine.

SAFE GC Coalition: World No Tobacco Day 2024

Glen Cove Elementary and Middle School students participated in World No Tobacco Day on May 31.

SAFE GC Coalition: 321,000+ Children Lost a Parent to Drug Overdose

An estimated 321,566 children in the United States lost a parent to drug overdose from 2011 to 2021, according to a recent study.​

Wellness Day in Downtown Glen Cove

The Glen Cove Downtown BID held its second Wellness Day event!

SAFE GC Coalition: NIH Study Warns of Illicit Fentanyl in Drug Supply

Law enforcement seizures of illicit fentanyl increased dramatically in number and size between 2017 to 2023 in the U.S., a new study found.

SAFE GC Coalition: LST Parents Receive SNAP and Healthcare Info

Glen Cove parents in the LST program received information about SNAP and an overview of the Glen Cove Charles Evans Center on May 7.

Vape Waste Detrimental To Environment

SAFE Glen Cove Coalition: Vape Waste is Polluting our Environment and Poses Health Risks

SAFE Glen Cove Coalition: May 7th is National Fentanyl Awareness Day

Fentanyl Awareness

NSWCA Honors Former Board President

Locust Valley Water District Chairwoman, Patricia Peterson, honored by LI water commissioners

SAFE GC Coalition: April is Alcohol Awareness Month

Binge drinking has become an area of great concern as people ages 12 to 20 drink 3.2% of all alcohol consumed in the United States.

SAFE GC Coalition: Start Early Conversations with Teens About Vaping

While parents of tweens and teens are becoming more familiar with e-cigarettes, simultaneously the vaping trend continues to escalate.

Opening Day of Deep Roots Farmers Market in Glen Cove; Sat June 1st

Join us for opening day of the Deep Roots Farmers Market 9AM-1PM Saturday June 1st!

SAFE GC Coalition: Encouraging the Community to Shed Meds

More than 150 pounds of unwanted medications were collected on April 13th.