Free nicotine replacement therapy

The Putnam County Department of Health will offer a free smoking cessation program beginning Jan. 8 for people who live or work in the county.

The hourlong classes will be held at lunchtime at the health department in Brewster on Tuesdays and Thursdays through Feb. 28. The county will provide participants with nicotine replacement therapy as long as the supplies last. Call 845-808-1390, ext. 43155, to register.

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