by Pure Politics at CN|2 Kentucky is now the fourth state in the nation to officially embrace the HERO campaign aimed at curbing drunk driving by encouraging designated drivers. Gov. Steve Beshear signed a proclamation Tuesday at the Prime Lounge in downtown Louisville designating it HERO day. Meanwhile, bars that participate in the program will … Read more
by WYMT TV and Mountain News FRANKFORT, Ky. (Dec. 18, 2012) – Governor Steve Beshear launched Kentucky’s HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers, encouraging people to participate in designated driving programs throughout Kentucky and the nation. The national campaign was established by the family of Navy Ensign John Elliott of Atlantic County, NJ, who was killed … Read more
Written by Deborah M. Marko The Daily Journal VINELAND — To protect those on the road, the city police department warns it will be cracking down on drunken drivers during the holiday season. Starting today, the Vineland Police Department will join the statewide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, according to Sgt. Peter D’Arrigo, … Read more
Patch.com On Wednesday, November 21st, Hollywood Casino Perryville adopted the John R. Elliott HERO campaign. The HERO campaign was built in memory of Elliott who was tragically killed by a drunk driver who was released 3 hours after being arrested for drunk driving. Born and raised in New Jersey, John graduated the Naval Academy as … Read more
By Joseph Markman Braintree Patch BRAINTREE, MA – In the midst of both the holiday and annual alcohol license renewal seasons, Braintree officials Tuesday sought to spread a message of responsible drinking to residents and business owners. The Board of License Commissioners voted unanimously, with Fire Chief Kevin Murphy absent, to approve one-year renewals for … Read more
By Grahame Turner Wellesley Patch The Norfolk County District Attorney is making the rounds, asking town licensing boards to encourage participation in a Jersey Shore designated driver program. Being the designated driver can make you a hero, according to a New Jersey-based campaign that is making its way around Norfolk County. Norfolk County District Attorney … Read more
By Terry Wright/Hunterdon County Democrat NJ.com FLEMINGTON, NJ – “We got a knock on the door at 4 a.m. Two police officers said, ‘Your son didn’t make it.’ ” That’s how William Elliott of Atlantic County learned that his son John, who had graduated from the Naval Academy just two months before, was dead. A … Read more
By Veronica Hamlett Wicked Local Walpole WALPOLE, MA — Walpole police are asking bars and restaurants to ensure heroes step forward while drinking at local establishments. The request is part of a national campaign Norfolk County is adopting to eliminate drinking and driving. The HERO campaign, started by a New Jersey family who lost their … Read more
By BRIAN IANIERI, Staff Writer -Press of Atlantic City OCEAN CITY – Daniel DuRoss’s three daughters wore their father’s image on T-shirts that explained how a drunken driver killed the 29-year-old Atlantic City police officer on Sept. 24, 1963. Kimberly DuRoss, who was 3 at the time, sees signs that awareness campaigns have changed public … Read more
Long Branch, NJ, October 2012 – Jack’s Goal Line Stand, a local favorite of Monmouth University students and community members alike, honored the HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers® by having the Campaign’s logo printed on cups used at their establishment. Nick Petitti, the owner of Jack’s, has been a supporter of the Campaign for many … Read more
