Scarecrow 

contest is set

PUTNAM — The Putnam Business Association’s 9th annual Scarecrow Contest entries must be set up by Oct. 18 around downtown Putnam. They will be scored on the basis of creativity,  use of materials,  and theme.

Scarecrow contest application and rules are available: www.discoverputnam.com, WINY Radio.com, WINY Radio Station from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., or by calling 860-774-2827 or 860-928-0025 (evenings) and ask for Linda.

The Annual Great Pumpkin Festival is Oct. 21 and the scarecrows must be viable through the Putnam Trick or Treat Oct. 27. They must be removed by Nov. 1.