Photos from rally in Massena to thank police for Operation Gravy Train arrests

Several of the Massena village and state police officers who showed up

Massena Drug Free Coalition Coordinator Kristen Colarusso-Martin and Danny LaPrade from 39 Serenity Place arrange the coalition's info table

The Drug Free Coalition handed out these kits for free, which can be used to neutralize drugs.

Chief Adam Love was among the speakers and said the police department continues to investigate local drug activity, even though many dealers were recently arrested.

Mayor Tim Currier, who said that the area needs to offer services to treat and prevent addiction, which will be a fight for years to come.

Danny LaPrade, who helps run 39 Serenity Place, talked about his struggle to get and stay sober, and tried to convey what addicts are up against.

At the end of the event, Mayor Tim Currier asked that the residents as a symbolic gesture stand behind the police officers for the shot.

Triplets Wyatt, Wayne and Aubrey White meet Massena police K9 joker and his handler, Ptl. Brandon Huckle.

Comrades of Hope members Stephanie Berry, Karen VanBrocklin and Joan Szarka-Eddy discuss their support group, which helps loved ones of addicts, with Roxanne Decilles.

About 50 people gathered in Veterans Park to thank law enforcement and hear speakers talk about the ongoing drug fight and resources available to help the addicted. See story for details. North Country Now photos by Andy Gardner.