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Resident urges review of vending machine dispensing harm‑reduction supplies near Horgan School

West Warwick Town Council and West Warwick School Committee (joint meeting) · December 17, 2024
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Summary

A resident told the council a vending machine near the gazebo on Hay Street dispenses needles, Narcan and other items without robust ID checks and is sited close to Horgan School; the resident said a 17‑year‑old obtained Narcan by misrepresenting his birthday. The council discussed reviewing the machine's location and legal status.

During public comment a resident identified as Tom raised concerns about a vending machine located near the cotton shed across from the gazebo on Hay Street, which he said is roughly 320–328 feet from Horgan School. The resident said the machine dispenses supplies such as…

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