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PUTNAM — Day Kimball Healthcare will continue its search for a strategic partner after discussions with potential partner Prospect Medical Holdings ended without an agreement.
The DKH Board of Directors announceed the non-agreement with Prospect last week.
“Both Day Kimball Healthcare and Prospect Medical Holdings worked diligently over the last several months to reach an agreement that would meet each party’s critical requirements for a potential partnership,” said Janice Thurlow, interim chair of the DKH board of directors. “Unfortunately, we were not able to reach an agreement in which both sides could meet their respective needs. It’s not unusual for these types of negotiations to conclude without an agreement.”
Paul Beaudoin, chief financial officer and interim chief executive officer, said: “We are immediately resuming discussions with other potential future partners, many of whom have indicated continued interest in exploring a partnership with Day Kimball Healthcare.”
Joseph Adiletta, interim president of DKH, said: “The board, hospital leadership and staff all remain focused on achieving clinical, operational, organizational and financial goals. Additionally, many new initiatives are currently underway, which will improve and expand clinical services for our community, strengthen our position in the market and improve our financial health and stability.”
Day Kimball Healthcare announced a letter of intent for a strategic partnership with Prospect Medical Holdings in August.
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The following charges were listed in the Putnam Police Department logs. The people charged are innocent until proven guilty in court. The Town Crier will publish dispositions of cases at the request of the accused. The dispositions must be accompanied by the proper documentation. The Putnam Police Department confidential Tip Line is 963-0000.
Oct. 29
Harold Rumrill, 35, Riverside Drive, N. Grosvenordale; disorderly conduct, second-degree threatening.
Nov. 3
Neil Chrzanowski, 29, Bibeault Street, Putnam; disorderly conduct, third-degree assault.
Nov. 5
Jeremee Robinson Perez, 21, Wilkinson Street, Putnam; operating a motor vehicle under suspension, extinguished headlight.
Nov. 6
Elissa Smith, 39, no address listed; failure to maintain lane, operating under the influence of alcohol/drugs.
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Funds raised
PUTNAM — Day Kimball Healthcare’s recent Pumpkins & Pearls Auction and Cocktail Party raised more than $20,000 for DKH at Home’s in-home care programs which include HomeMakers, HomeCare, and Hospice & Palliative Care. “We are overwhelmed by the support and generosity displayed at this year’s auction,” said Kristen Willis, development director, Day Kimball Healthcare.
Willis thanked Karen and Blair Cole of the Ballard Farm for hosting the event. “The funds raised directly benefits our patients and their families by supporting vital services that are not normally covered by insurance,” said Willis. Major sponsors included: Gold Sponsor Putnam Bank; Silver Sponsors: Betty Hale, Foxwoods Resort Casino, and Enchanted Jewelers.
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Accident witnesses sought
PUTNAM — The Putnam Police Department is looking for witnesses to a motor vehicle versus pedestrian accident about 10 a.m. Nov. 5 on Woodstock Avenue.
Police said the motor vehicle occupied by only an operator was traveling south on Woodstock Avenue and struck a female pedestrian who was jogging north on Woodstock Avenue. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries, was taken to Day Kimball Hospital and then transferred to UMass Medical Center.
The accident is under investigation and no charges have been filed at this time. Anyone who may have witnessed the accident is encouraged to contact the investigating officer, Detective Donna Brown at the Putnam Police Department (860) 928-6565 or by email at www.putnampolice.com.
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