Amherst will light Town Hall purple for Overdose Awareness Day
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The Town of Amherst is illuminating Town Hall with purple lights starting Friday through next week to mark International Overdose Awareness Day.
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AI GeneratedAmherst Town Hall is illuminated in purple to observe International Overdose Awareness Day. This initiative honors victims of substance use while symbolizing hope and recovery. The town is also highlighting its expanded local prevention resources, specifically increasing the availability of naloxone (Narcan).