Crime & Safety

Collegeville Fire Co. Holds Drug Drop Off, Open House

Drop off unwanted or expired prescription medications and visit the fire house on May 5.

The Collegeville Fire Co. will host a Drug Drop Off event and Open House at its headquarters at 29 East Fifth Avenue on May 5 from noon-4 p.m.

“Residents of the Borough and surrounding municipalities are invited to visit the firehouse and turn in unwanted or expired prescription medications to ensure a proper disposal,” according to the fire company.

Members of the fire department, and elected officials from the borough, will be on hand. Members will also conduct fire education activities and offer tours of the facility and apparatus.

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For more information on the fire company, which is 100 percent volunteer, contact Richard Aston at 610-489-4464 or visit www.collegevillefire.org.

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