Tips to stay safe while celebrating New Year’s Eve

The Rape Crisis Center is reminding holiday revelers to stay safe and aware as they head to New Year’s Eve celebrations across the valley. As part of its “Party Smart” campaign, the center is reminding people planning to go out to arrive together, stay together and leave together. When the party ends, make sure you leave with everyone who came with you, the center said. Don’t let intoxicated friends leave with strangers and use licensed and labeled transportation services to get home.