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Residents Protest Hempstead Methadone Clinic

By Newsradio 88 Staff

They'll be taking it to the streets in the Village of Hempstead on Long Island today, protesting a proposed methadone clinic downtown.

WCBS reporter Jody Fisher tells us the idea isn't getting much of a warm reception.

The state is currently reviewing the application, and the idea is to build a clinic that would house hardcore drug addicts looking to get clean at the old bus terminal site in Hempstead. Village mayor James Garner, County Executive Thomas Gulotta, and lots of angry residents are expected to turn out.

Some residents say the clinic would invite more drugs and crime into an area that's got more than its share already.