Drug arrest
PUTNAM — A Putnam man was arrested Nov. 13 on drug charges after a Statewide Narcotics Task Force and Troop D Quality of Life Task Force (QLTF) surveillance and drug bust.
Edward Melendez, 21, of Chasse Street was charged with possession of heroin and possession of heroin with intent to sell.
QLTF members said they have been receiving complaints that drug deals have been occurring in Dayville. QLTF members set up surveillance and observed a vehicle pull into a nearby residence and make two “hand to hand” drug transactions in the driveway. A member of the QLTF in a marked K9 cruiser followed the suspect vehicle onto Interstate 395 and stopped it near exit 94 in Killingly.
Troopers from Troop D and a Detective from the Statewide Narcotics Task Force arrived on scene to assist the QLTF.  After a search including two State Police K-9s, 170 bags of heroin pre-packaged for sale were found on the suspect. The estimated street value of the heroin is approximately $2,000.
Members of the CT State Police said they are committed to combating drug activity in the “Quiet Corner” and anyone with information regarding the illegal sale of narcotics and /or synthetic marijuana are encouraged to call the Troop D QLTF anonymous Tips Hotline at 860-779-4950 or message the QLTF Facebook page.

Legal Notice
Town of Pomfret
Inland Wetlands
and Watercourses
Commission
At the November 6, 2013, the following application was acted upon:
1. Ellsworth Chase, 21 Covell Road.  Farm pond reclamation; approved with conditions.

Town of Pomfret
Inland Wetlands and
Watercourses Commission

Dated this 12th day
of November 2013

Lynn L. Krajewski,
Clerk

Nov. 20, 2013

By Ron P. Coderre
The prep school basketball season is just beginning for 2014 and one of Putnam Science Academy’s post graduate players has accepted a scholarship offer to play on the Division I level next season.
Daniel Upchurch, a 6-foot, 2-inch guard from Bridgeport who played for Notre Dame-Fairfield last season, has made a verbal commitment to play at Charleston Southern University of the Big South Conference.  The Bucs were the first Division I school to offer Upchurch a scholarship earlier this fall.  They landed a verbal commitment from the hard working scrappy guard on Nov.  11 following his official visit to the campus over the previous weekend.
“I’m very excited for Dan because he’s a hard worker who has overcome some personal family difficulties.  If there is anyone who deserves an opportunity like this it’s Dan.  I’m very proud and pleased for him and his family,” said Putnam Science Academy basketball coach Tom Espinosa.
An honor roll student in the class room, he’s also improved his credentials on the hardwood by becoming a solid defender.  In recent years, Upchurch has also made consistent strides in his offensive game, not only becoming a more consistent shooter from the perimeter but also advancing his understanding of how to take advantage of the pick and roll.
“Although our season is just getting underway, Dan’s work ethic has impressed the Charleston Southern coaching staff.  The improvements in his game have paved the way to Division I where he’ll be a solid two-way player and leader,” said Espinosa.
In his junior year at Notre Dame Fairfield Upchurch scored his 1000th point and helped lead his team to the highly competitive South West Conference championship.  In high school he was a perennial All State and All Conference selection.
Prior to enrolling at Putnam Science Academy, Upchurch had been highly recruited by a number of Division II schools.