Published March 09. 2026 02:45PM
Balloons like this one near the Tamaqua Train Station were placed throughout the borough Friday as part of Black Balloon Day. Balloons are meant to remember those lost to overdoses, according to Overdose Lifeline. The day was established in 2015 and brings people together to remember, reflect, and take action. Drug overdose remains the leading cause of accidental death in the United States, the organization notes. JILL WHALEN/TIMES NEWS
Balloons like this one near the Tamaqua Train Station were placed throughout the borough Friday as part of Black Balloon Day. Balloons are meant to remember those lost to overdoses, according to Overdose Lifeline. The day was established in 2015 and brings people together to remember, reflect and take action. Drug overdose remains the leading cause of accidental death in the United States, the organization notes. JILL WHALEN/TIMES NEWS