Universal classes
are offered through
Putnam Library
PUTNAM — Learn something new today- and it’s free! Putnam Public Library, in partnership with Recorded Books, announced the introduction of Universal Class Library Edition, a powerful new online continuing education service designed specifically for use by the patrons of public libraries. Community members are able to sign up for an account at the library and work on classes in the comfort of their homes.
Universal Class offers patrons a unique online education experience. With a growing catalog of over 500 courses, Universal Class is committed to providing only the most affordable and highest quality online training.
Universal Class offers courses in Exercise and Fitness, Entrepreneurship, Arts and Music, Home and Garden Care, Cooking, Computers and Technology, Health and Medicine, Homeschooling, Job Assistance, Law and Legal, Parenting and Family, Pet and Animal Care…plus 100s more.
Details on Universal Class may be found at www.putnamlibrary.org or at the Putnam Public Library.
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.
Sept. 22
Jeremy Gagnon, 34, South Main Street, Putnam; violation of probation.
Sept. 24
Bryant Stewart, 27, Hawkins Street, Danielson; third-degree assault, disorderly conduct.
BROOKLYN — A Brooklyn man was arrested on heroin charges Sept. 23.
Jesse Brown, 25, of Cherry Hill Road, was charged with possession of heroin, possession of heroin with intent to sell and first-degree failure to appear.
Members of the Troop D – Quality of Life Task Force went to a residence with an outstanding felon arrest warrant. During the arrest, police found 16 bundles of heroin which is equivalent to 160 bags. The estimated street value of the heroin is approximately $1,600.
Members of the Connecticut State Police 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.
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Winners
Marianapolis golf tourney winners, left to right: Co-ed team Paul, Nancy and Jeff LaFramboise and Paul Raps. Men's Team – Nick Scola, Jim Dandeneau, Jim West, Ron Coderre Women's team – Beth Aulenback, Lisa Bodreau, Dawn Menoche, Terry Buron. Courtesy photos.
Special to Town Crier
Marianapolis Prep School in Thompson held its 36th annual golf tournament at The Raceway Golf Club Sept. 15. According to Marianapolis Director of Development Susan Andersen, the event raised more than $50,000. The proceeds from the day are applied to scholarship assistance for local students who attend Marianapolis.. Many of the current scholarship recipients were on hand to assist as volunteers and to thanks the golfers for their support.
The 2015 championship was presented to a local foursome composed of Atty. Nicholas Scola, James Dandeneau of Putnam Plastics, Ron Coderre, a Marianapolis Board member and Putnam Town Crier sports writer, and Jim West of Connecticut National Golf Course. The winners toured the Thompson layout with a score of minus 13, easily outdistancing the field.
The winning female team included Lisa Bodreau, Dawn Menoche, Beth Aulenback and Terry Buron. The foursome posted and impressive score of two under par 70. The winners in the co-ed competition were Paul, Nancy and Jeff LaFramboise and Paul Raps. They fired a 61.
In special contests, Kurt Battey and Aulenback were crowned the men’s and women’s long drive champions. The closest-to-the pin winners were Andrew Charron for the men and Menoche for the women.
The tournament major sponsors were, The Mousseau Family, Rampco Construction Co. of Dudley, Resource Management Corp of West Hartford and Thompson Electrical Contractors of Quinebaug.