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Phil O'Bates wrote on Sep 28, 2007 5:09 AM:" Yes, drink responcibly, but heaven forbid if you smoke in a bar or restaurant. That would be a detriment to society. It seems surreal. All these articles about teenage drinking, and drunk people falling off of bluffs and into rivers, and drunks killing teenagers, and we wonder why do our kids think drinking is so grand? Well, what's one of La Crosse's biggest money makers? Octoberfest. We have parades for kids and adults promoting the great past time... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Gordon Brown's speech in full Sep 26, 2007
To prevent: councils should use new powers to ban alcohol in trouble spots and I call on the industry to do more to advertise the dangers of teenage drinking. I've met young people and pensioners alike who say they want to feel safe when they go out but also that young people need somewhere to go and something to do. (BBC News -- UK)
Hoeven seeks third term Sep 26, 2007
To A Jealous Minnesotan wrote on Sep 25, 2007 4:49 PM:" We are standing by our MAIN MEN, why do you think Byron Dorgan, Earl Pomeroy and Kent Conrad are still in office and have been there so long. They are worth sticking behind so therefore continue to remain there. That is what happens when you do something for the GOOD of ND. If your so Jealous then move here, ooh wait then you must be prepared for the increase of drugs, teenage drinking, taxes, etc that he has so called "helped" ND with. ".... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
I will govern for all, claims Brown Sep 25, 2007
His government would take a tough line on drugs, teenage drinking and gun crime, and equip officers with portable computers to allow them to log crimes without returning to the police station. Health provision would be made personal to all , with more cancer screening, reduced cancer-treatment waiting times, and regular health checks for all adults. (Onet.pl)
Teenage Drinking Can Spell Lasting Trouble Sep 25, 2007
The earlier kids abuse alcohol, the more likely it is to persist, experts say. Friday, September 21, 2007. (MEDLINEplus)
Teen handout not the answer Sep 23, 2007
Bismarck didn't create a teenage drinking epidemic, as Dave Herrmann claims ("No entertainment spots here for teens," Sept. 14). Lack of parental guidance created that. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Alcohol limits set for teenagers Sep 23, 2007
Concern about teenage drinking crystallised last month after the killing of father-of-three Garry Newlove after he approached a group of youths in the street in Warrington, Cheshire. Cheshire Chief Constable Peter Fahy publicly attacked parents who turned a blind eye to their children's drinking and he called for a ban on alcohol consumption in public places. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Breathalyzers to be used at school events Sep 18, 2007
Faculty are hoping to curb teenage drinking. The breathalyzers will be on hand at all home football games. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
No entertainment spots here for teens Sep 14, 2007
Bismarck still has yet to cut into the teenage drinking epidemic that has haunted the city for years and years. While Bismarck continues to grow in retail, entertainment largely has lagged. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Global Warming Insanity? Sep 8, 2007
Alarmists have blamed global warming for hurricanes, tornadoes, malaria, and even the Minneapolis bridge collapse, terrorism, Italian suicides, teenage drinking and irritability in mice. By combining far-fetched speculation with various computer-generated temperature projections and worst-case scenarios, they concoct even more ominous auguries, like this whopper from Londons Benfield UCL Hazard Research Centre. (Townhall.com)
Pubs not to blame for teenage binge drinking Sep 8, 2007
Mr Martin, whose Wetherspoon chain runs 670 pubs, insisted that he was not calling for a reduction in licensing laws, but he believed the Government was misreading the problem of teenage drinking if it thought the answer was to fine pubs that mistakenly let them in. Mr Martin said: When 16-year-olds cannot get into pubs they ll just get alcohol often bought for them by their parents and go to the park or market square instead. (Times Online)
Teen boozing 'stores problems' Sep 6, 2007
Teenage drinking has become a cause of major concern. Teen binge-drinkers are more likely to use drugs, become alcoholics and have criminal conviction, research shows. (BBC News -- UK)
Task force to have DUI checkpoints Sep 1, 2007
The task force, in addition to checkpoint and patrol saturation also concentrates on youth-alcohol problems through police details at points of entry along the local U.S.-Mexico border in an effort to curb teenage drinking from spilling over from Mexico back onto Arizona roads. What will you face at the pump if you travel this weekend. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Anchorage should extend, not reduce, bar closing hours Aug 22, 2007
These laws -- relating to drunk driving, teenage drinking, drunk on premises, open containers, number of drinks, advertising alcohol, happy hours and offering free drinks -- are some of the most severe in the nation. These laws were not there 26 years ago and with them in effect now, there is no longer a need for bar closing hours. (Anchorage Daily News)
'Superbad' is pretty bad Aug 17, 2007
There is a very heavy message about teenage drinking, responsible sexual activity and the fragile nature of friendship. This all seems tacked on as a way to apologize for the crass and crude humor that dominates the majority of the movie. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Addiction Recovery Aug 16, 2007
A recent study conducted by the National Institute of Health (NIH) looked into the association between teenage drinking and alcoholism. The study took into account such factors as history of alcoholism in the family, smoking, childhood antisocial behavior, and drug use. (Nature News Service)
R.I. judge seeks teen drinking, drug cases Aug 1, 2007
PROVIDENCE -- The state's chief Family Court judge is urging police chiefs to refer teenage drinking and drug cases to his court instead of to local juvenile hearing boards. Judge Jeremiah S. Jeremiah Jr. said Family Court provided better services to deal with substance abuse cases. (Boston Globe)
Underage drinkers ticketed Jul 31, 2007
Too often, Severson said, teenage drinking leads to risky behavior and/or criminal activity ... That's the goal of Project Healthy Living and community leaders who are taking an active role in looking for solutions to the problem of teenage drinking. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Couple Guilty Of Letting Teens Drink Jul 24, 2007
They reminded the jury that Jeffrey Hutsell testified he didn't condone teenage drinking and indicated that if the teens were drinking, it was their decision. Authorities said the verdict should send a message to other parents. (CBS News -- US)
Parents Found Guilty In Teen Drinking Trial Jul 23, 2007 Prom patrol targets teenage drinking Jun 28, 2007 'Fewer' teenagers drink regularly Jun 27, 2007 Pre-graduation warning about teen drinking goes out to region's parents Jun 16, 2007 Fulton police interrupt two parties involving underage drinkers Jun 15, 2007 Adults must act their age Jun 12, 2007 Paly student arrested for parking -- upside down Jun 6, 2007 Hosting a teen booze party? You had better read this Jun 6, 2007 State launches underage drinking enforcement campaign Jun 5, 2007 Lis Wiehl: Parents, Just Say No Jun 3, 2007 Philip teen charged in fatal crash Jun 2, 2007 Letters to the Editor May 22, 2007 Monday, May 21, 2007 May 22, 2007 3 arrested, 3 cited in undercover alcohol sting May 21, 2007 South Brunswick to target under-age drinkers May 19, 2007 Drinking at home 'cuts bingeing' May 12, 2007 Lodi father's nightmare: May 11, 2007 Alcohol at home can cut teenage drinking, study says May 11, 2007 Teenage drinking rate declines in Missoula May 6, 2007 Healthy ambition May 4, 2007 McCardell presents alcohol plan to CRAs May 3, 2007 Column: Lower drinking age to 18 and get drunk drivers off the road May 1, 2007 Bracks girl falls into binge-drink culture Apr 30, 2007 Boone County taking steps to prevent underage drinking Apr 26, 2007 Program provides hard-hitting lesson in reality Apr 25, 2007 ABC STINGS LEADS TO CITATIONS Apr 19, 2007 Education campaign focuses on underage drinking Apr 18, 2007 Parents who host, lose the most’ Apr 16, 2007 U.D. police warn O'Hara parents on teen drinking Apr 16, 2007 Bellwether town echoes disillusion of the French Apr 15, 2007 Event highlights DUI dangers Apr 5, 2007 Law & Order - SVU: Responsible Apr 4, 2007 Truly a community tragedy Mar 31, 2007 News in brief Mar 30, 2007 '10% of under-16s regularly smoke' Mar 30, 2007 Booze kills 1 in 4 kids Mar 30, 2007 Survey indicates leveling off of teen drinking, pot smoking rates Mar 22, 2007 Parents react to stabbing near Escalon Mar 21, 2007 View Results ") }}newsys_poll_checkCookie() Top Storyvar marqueecontent='Today\'s News Headlines » Police arrest three in fatal Stockton accident ... 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They reminded the jury that Jeffrey Hutsell testified he didn't condone teenage drinking and indicated that if the teens were drinking, it was their decision. The Hutsells face up to a year in jail and fines of up to $2,500. (CBS2Chicago.com, IL)
Viewpoint: Drunken drivers must be held accountable Jul 9, 2007
What are we going to do to stop teenage drinking. Who is the blame for that. (Pensacola News Journal)
This prom season, as teenage girls curled their locks and teenage boys straightened their bow ties, Nassau County police partnered with the county Office of Consumer Affairs to inspect prom-bound limos and buses in a countywide effort to crack down on teenage drinking and illegal vehicles for hire. The special patrol searched buses and limousines at the proms of 37 schools, from East Meadow High to Hempstead High, according to a list supplied by the Office of Consumer Affairs. (Newsday)
Teenage drinking has become a cause of major concern. Fewer teenagers are drinking regularly - partly because it is becoming harder for youngsters to get hold of alcohol, a Trading Standards survey suggests. (BBC News -- Health)
Laura Elliott-Engel, executive director of the council, made a presentation at Wednesday's Cattaraugus County Legislature session, "Parents Who Host, Lose the Most: Don't be a party to teenage drinking.". Ms. Elliott-Engel told county lawmakers, "Hosting a party where alcohol is available to underage youth is illegal and can pose serious health risks and legal ramifications for everyone involved.". (Olean Times Herald, NY)
Rice, who also serves as the resource officer for the Fulton Public Schools, suggested the establishment of a Mothers Against Drunk Drivers (MADD) program to help parents address the issues of teenage drinking. e can't keep ignoring the problem, he said. (Fulton Sun, MO)
This law sends an important warning about irresponsible teenage drinking to those adults who are responsible for it. . (Newsday -- Opinion)
And, no I don't in ANYWAY condone teenage drinking, but arresting an 18 year old senior for parking his car upside down. Just plain stupid. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Parents Who Host, Lose the Most: Don t Be a Party to Teenage Drinking is a program sponsored by the Alliance and the non-profit, Ohio-based Drug-Free Action Alliance. It provides parents with accurate information about the health risks of underage drinking and the legal consequences of providing alcohol to underage drinkers. (Stirling Echoes Sentinel, NJ)
The state has set a goal of zero underage drinking fatalities this summer as part of a new effort to more strictly enforce existing laws regulating teenage drinking in Hawai'i ... Police will also be stepping up surveillance of parks and other popular locations for teenage drinking. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Parents are turning a blind eye to teenage drinking: the Columbia University study found that 80 percent of parents believe that neither alcohol nor marijuana is usually available at parties their teens attend ... Those who support parental supervision of teenage drinking point say it teaches children how to be responsible with alcohol in a safe environment ... The idea is particularly popular in Europe, where teenage drinking rates are lower than the United States. (Fox News)
concerned local parent wrote on Jun 1, 2007 9:23 PM:" I am a parent of three teenagers in Jackson county. I do not allow my children to attend teenage drinking parties. They are a real problem out here. I know of a lot of parents in this area that think it is just plain fine for their children to attend drinking parties on a regular basis. From the stories that my children hear at school...they need to be parents and stop this before it is their child that dies or is arrested. Mr. Fees is... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
However, no evidence exists that these new flavored beers are a disproportionate part of the problem of teenage drinking. Eliminating these products from the marketplace or taxing them out of reach of teenagers will not prevent these same young people from drinking. (San Francisco Chronicle)
"Most want to hang the teenagers for getting the booze and getting drunk, but it's the adults that supply the booze. Adults and parents need to take responsibility for this and be charged with a crime and actually get more than a slap on the wrist. People get outraged at teenage drinking but they need to look in the mirror!" adult. On whales in the Sacramento River. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
adult wrote on May 20, 2007 12:45 PM:" And most want to hang the teenagers for getting the booze and getting drunk, but it's the adults that supply the booze. Who should we hang? Teenagers always get their booze from adults! Adults and parents need to take responsibility for this and be charged with a crime and actually get more than a slap on the wrist. People get outraged at teenage drinking but they need to look in the mirror! ". to scuba steve wrote on May 20, 2007 12:36 AM:" that's a very... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
"But it's illegal and dangerous, and a lot of people aren't aware of all of the consequences." Cleo Lowinger, the advisor for Students Against Destructive Decisions at South Brunswick High School and a member of SUDZ, said SADD is taking steps to address teenage drinking. "We've had meetings with prom chaperones and a series of speakers" on drug and alcohol issues, she said. (Hopewell Valley News, NJ)
Teenage drinking is a major public health problem. Teenagers who drink alcohol with their parents in moderation are less likely to binge drink, research suggests. (BBC News -- Health)
WEG wrote on May 10, 2007 8:34 AM:" Putting more officers on the streets and adding a curfew is not going to stop teenage drinking. The parents need to raise their kids to make better decisions before not after something like this takes place. A school presentation will not stop the drinking. If anything the kids that are drinking already make a mockery of the presentation and continue to drink anyways. It all comes down to being a parent to your kids and not their friend. ". bb78 wrote on May... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Other research has shown that the worst problems associated with teenage drinking happen when it takes place in public, in contrast with France and Italy, where young people typically first drink at mealtimes with their parents. Today's findings contrast sharply with a recent call from Alcohol Concern to prosecute parents who give their under-15s alcohol. (Guardian Unlimited)
The risky business of growing up in Missoula is easing up a bit. e're pretty excited about the story the data seem to be telling us, said Jori Frakie, coordinator of the Missoula Forum for Children and Youth. (Missoulian, MT)
A 2004 campaign to stop teenage drinking in Casper, paid for by the Wyoming State Substance Abuse Division, illustrates the company's methods. We convinced the town to let us throw a series of parties hosted by the coolest partyers in the school, Jordan said. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
According to McCardell, who refers to the current minimum-age drinking law as "legal age 21," society is not doing enough to address teenage drinking. "We need to get more serious about serious underage drinking," he said. (Middlebury College -- The Campus, VT)
Considering the high incident of teenage drinking in this country, one might well question whether that assumption has any relevance. They re getting the booze somewhere. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Teenage drinking 'universal. Geoff Munro, director of the Australian Drug Foundation's community alcohol action network, says Miss Bracks' experience shows underage drinking leaves no family untouched. (The Age, Australia -- Breaking News)
Boone County Prevention and Drug-Free Action Alliance are, together, bringing the "Parents Who Host, Lose the Most: Don't be a party to teenage drinking" campaign to Boone County. This campaign will provide parents of 9th-12th graders with information, health risks and the legal consequences of supplying and providing underage persons alcohol. (Boone Today, IA)
Mayor Milton Tate read some grim facts about teenage drinking traffic accidents are the greatest cause of death among people from ages 16-23; and half of those accidents involve alcohol; and half of all high school seniors have admitted to trying alcohol. Dennis Gloyna, a Bryan resident, also told the students about the death of his wife in November 2003, when the van they were in was struck by a vehicle driven by a man whose alcohol level was three times the legal limit. (Brenham Banner, TX)
The Gridley-Biggs Police intend to conduct more stings throughout the Spring and Summer in order to minimize the risk of teenage drinking and driving. The Department receives occasional tips regarding businesses selling to minors. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Bob Heideman, a guidance counselor at Rhinelander High School, urges parents to not be a party to teenage drinking ... To reinforce the message, Mayor DIck Johns proclaimed Monday as arents who Host, Lose the Most: Don't be a party to teenage drinking Day. (Forest Republican, WI)
To counter underage use of alcohol, particularly during this season of proms, graduations, a spring time parties, Youth Connections will be launching the Parents Who Host, Lose The Most: Don t be a party to teenage drinking public awareness campaign to inform parents about the dangers of teenage drinking. The objective of the campaign is to inform our community about the legal ramifications and health and safety risks of underage drinking. (Helena Independent Record)
"We are seeing a significant increase in teenage drinking," Chitwood said. "Kids are congregating at McDonald's, St. Dorothy's, church lots and athletic fields and we're finding kegs and cases of beer and the huge percentage of kids go to O'Hara.". (The Delaware County Times, PA)
5 per cent and, if levels of crime are as low as you would expect in a small country market town, there is the usual trouble with alcoholism, teenage drinking and drug abuse. And 1,500 of Chaumont's population, 5 per cent, were not born in France, again more or less the national average. (Guardian Unlimited)
The school chose to simulate the program right after spring break because spring fever and senioritis seem to lead to an uptick in teenage drinking, Holtry said. Counselors were available to talk to students because, as Holtry said, the demonstration would heal some wounds already there and do huge proactive awareness of what not to get themselves into. (Nampa Idaho Press-Tribune, ID)
TEENAGE DRINKING TURNS DEADLY - LILLIAN RICE (LAURA LEIGHTON) GUEST STARS. An honor student dies at a party, while the primary suspect is their alcohol supplier, the four honors students who threw the party - are arrested for criminally negligent homicide, but get a slap on the wrist from Judge Donnelly (guest star Judith Light). (KRNV.com, NV)
The problem of teenage drinking is not an infrequent one, nor is it isolated to a certain region. The problem is everywhere and it is happening right now. (Coventry Courier, RI)
Fewer teenagers smoke, drink or take drugs Rates of teenage drinking, smoking and drug use have declined according to government statistics which suggest that the worst habits are confined to a hard core. The annual survey by government statisticians of 8,200 11 to 15-year-olds reveals that drug use has fallen to 17% compared with 19% in 2005. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
The report revealed that 21% drank alcohol in the previous week, which maintains the decline in teenage drinking recorded in recent years. However, unlike smoking, more boys than girls admitted to drinking regularly. (Channel 4 News)
Psychology professor John Toumbourou, who led the Deakin University study, said governments, particularly those in Australia, needed to get serious about teenage drinking ... Tony your conservative view on drinking is not what is needed in dealing with the complexities to teenage drinking. (Courier Mail)
SEATTLE - Teenage drinking and pot-smoking rates in Washington appear to be leveling off after significant declines since 2000, judging by a state report. A quarter of the seniors responding to Healthy Youth Survey in findings released Wednesday said they engaged in binge drinking in the last two weeks, about the same as in 2002 but down from one-third in 2000, while among eighth graders the rate dropped from 15 percent in 2000 to 9 percent in 2005. (Longview Daily News, WA)
He was stabbed during a confrontation at a party in a secluded area between Escalon and Farmington known to teens, parents and authorities as "the Vine." It has a long history of teenage drinking parties. Josh's father, Rich May, said witnes-ses told him that a former student and football player picked a fistfight with his son. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Curt W wrote on March 09, 2007 7:30 AM:"Kudos to the Stockton Police Department for taking a stance on this problem. I only hope that other "small town" police agencies take the same stance. There is to much "looking the other way" when teenage drinking is invloved. No matter who these kids are they need to be dealt with and the people providing the alcohol even if it is the parents themselves!" ... joe wrote on March 08, 2007 11:48 PM:"Finally, Something is being done to stop teenage drinking... (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
The Unicef study showed the UK as the worst after considering factors such as child poverty, bullying, ambition, teenage drinking, sex and support from families and peers. Out of 21 advanced economies, Britain was bottom in the family and friendships, and drink, sex and drugs categories. (ePolitix)
Just Saying wrote on February 15, 2007 4:39 PM:"lets face it folks. Most people have drank at some point in their teen years. In our grandparents time teenage drinking was accepted because it was limited and their parents were there. The thing is you now have binge drinking teenagers because their parents don't teach them to drink responsibily. You have to teach 21 year olds or even teenagers what the responsible amount is whether it be none because you are driving, or a couple out socially with... (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Texas Department of Public Safety Trooper Robbie Barerra said there are only two words that describe teenage drinking and driving zero tolerance. on't possess it, drink it or be around it, she said. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
MORE than 20 children and teenagers are being treated in hospital every day for alcohol-related illnesses, including mental disorders, poisoning and liver disease, according to newly released official data. The figures, labelled staggering by one of Britain s most senior doctors, show that in the year 2005-6, during which Labour introduced 24-hour drinking, the number of under-18s seeking treatment for alcohol-related health problems leapt by 13% to 8,894, an average of 24 a day. (Yahoo News -- Alcohol and Alcoholism)
" Green said the solution to Tampa's congestion is beyond light rail or a beltway highway in eastern Hillsborough County. In fact, he's said he's unsure whether he supports light rail. Too many people rely on their cars, he said. "I'm not sure it would work here," Green said. Instead, he said the city should focus on developing subdivisions that have several entrances and exits on major roads as a way to avoid traffic snarls. Lewis said, "some light rail or commuter system is a must," but he... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
MADD is going after the teenage drinking also. (by the way, Breast Cancer does more than just kill - it may only be #6 on the women s killer list, but I d say it probably affects more women than the other killers do - so it s certainly worthwhile to pursue vigorously). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
A proposed state law suspending minors' driver's licenses immediately after they're cited for possession of alcohol won't deter teenage drinking, some local high school students say ... Bowker disagreed, calling teenage drinking big problem. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
This is, naturally, about the report from Salem Wednesday in which the AP s Brad Cain reported on the latest moves to crack down on teenage drinking ... John D wrote on January 18, 2007 2:57 PM:"Hasso, the intent is not to prevent teenage drinking. The intent is to be seen "doing something" about teenage drinking. Whether or not it accomplishes anything is immaterial.". (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
The colonal's reputation in MADD is national, she said, because of his tireless efforts to curb teenage drinking and driving and improve Rhode Island highway safety laws. That's just one measure of the impact Pare has had during his 26 years on the force. (Naragansett Times, RI)
Police added that Criscuolo said she was aware of the party but not the teenage drinking. At the two parties police attended earlier during the vacation period, a number of teens were charged with underage drinking, but no parents were involved, police reported. (Middletown Press, CT)
Indian parents struggle to hold onto their culture as their children are exposed to a society where teenage drinking is common and adolescents often don't hesitate to give their parents - and even their teachers - a piece of their mind. "Growing up and trying to blend in with the teenage crowd is very difficult," said Suresh Patel, 34, who, in the 1980s, was the first Indian student to go through the Sayville public school system. (Newsday -- Long Island)
NEW YORK, January 3, 2007 The New York University Child Study Center is recommending five (5) tips to help reduce teenage drinking, in light of a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC study, published in the January 2007 issue of Pediatrics, found that 45 percent of the teenage respondents reported consuming alcohol in the past month, and 64 percent of the students who drank said they were binge drinking, which is defined as having five or more alcoholic... (EurekAlert!)
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