Ninth grader does her part to stop distracted driving

Berlin ninth-grader Aspen Langlois got a grant from Empower Coos Youth to buy Bluetooth headsets to allow hands-free driving. The local Verizon store contributed to help purchase of 40 of the devices. Langlois came up with the project working with Berlin Police Chief Peter Morency (left). Verizon Manager George McDonough (right) helps Langlois show off one of the devices to the city council Monday night. (BARBARA TETREAULT PHOTO)

 

BERLIN — Aspen Langlois is passionate about spreading the message that distracted driving is a serious issue.

“I want people to be safe,” Langlois said.

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