Tornga Officer of the Year
Officer Brian Tornga
On Sept. 4, Greenwich police dispatchers alerted all police units that there was a report of “shots fired” in the Pemberwick section of Greenwich.
All available units of the west end of town were directed to respond. Officer Tornga was on patrol near by and was the first officer to arrive.
He saw several men running from a residence and hide behind cars. The men pointed to the rear of an entrance saying, “He’s got a gun and he shot her.”
Tornga, without hesitation ran toward the rear of the residence and encountered a bloodied man who was holding a gun and a knife.
He drew his weapon and ordered the man to drop the gun and knife. The man at first hesitated but within a matter of tense minutes, Tornga got the man to surrender.
The award ceremony, held at the Western Greenwich Civic Center, takes place every few years to recognize officers who went above and beyond the call of duty. Nearly 75 officers were honored at the ceremony.
Previously, Officer Tornga was awarded the Officer of the Month in October 2008, officer of the quarter, and has been awarded the Meritorious Police Duty Medal by the Silver Shields awards committee.
Brian is the son of George and Cheryl Tornga of Conrad. He and his wife, Becky live in Greenwich.
Annual alley clean up week of May 11
City crews will be cleaning up alleys beginning the week of May 11.
Crews will be making only one trip through each alley, so to make sure that everything you want picked up is out by 7:30 a.m. on May 11.
The men will pick up trash, tree limbs and discarded items placed in the alleys.
During this week only, these items do not need to be placed in the dumpsters. They need to be placed on the alley right of way.
Crews will not go into or on private property. Do not put anything you want to go just inside your fence or property line; it will not be picked up.
Only items discarded by the alley right of ways will be hauled away. All loose materials need to be bagged, bundled or boxed, including leaves and grass clippings.
Trees and shrubs need no be bundled, but should be easily handled by one person and small enough to load on a gravel truck.
City crews will only pick up appliances and tires if they have a discard permit attached. These may be purchased at city hall 411 ½ S. Main Street during normal working hours.
City crews will not haul construction debris or materials such as paint, solvent, oil, or wood material that has been treated with a hazardous material or coating.
If you have questions or need more information, contact city personnel at 271-3623 during normal business hours.
Crews will be making only one trip through each alley, so to make sure that everything you want picked up is out by 7:30 a.m. on May 11.
The men will pick up trash, tree limbs and discarded items placed in the alleys.
During this week only, these items do not need to be placed in the dumpsters. They need to be placed on the alley right of way.
Crews will not go into or on private property. Do not put anything you want to go just inside your fence or property line; it will not be picked up.
Only items discarded by the alley right of ways will be hauled away. All loose materials need to be bagged, bundled or boxed, including leaves and grass clippings.
Trees and shrubs need no be bundled, but should be easily handled by one person and small enough to load on a gravel truck.
City crews will only pick up appliances and tires if they have a discard permit attached. These may be purchased at city hall 411 ½ S. Main Street during normal working hours.
City crews will not haul construction debris or materials such as paint, solvent, oil, or wood material that has been treated with a hazardous material or coating.
If you have questions or need more information, contact city personnel at 271-3623 during normal business hours.
Poker Run benefit scheduled for May 9
On May 9 there will be a Poker Run benefit for Robert Skorupa, hosted by Dusty’s Bar.
Skorupa is a local man, who has lived in the area his whole life. He has touched many of our lives over the years as a Deputy Sherriff and farmer. This benefit is a way to say thanks for all he has done for the community throughout his life.
The Poker Run will be a great opportunity to come and meet some new people and show our appreciation for Skorupa.
He commented, “It is overwhelming to see such support from so many people.” “I have tried to live my life by treating people how I would like to be treated, and it has come back tenfold for me.”
The Poker Run registration will be from 9-10:30 a.m. at Dusty’s Bar with a fee of $10 for the poker card. After registration is complete the participants will travel to the Montana Club in Shelby, followed by Ed’s Tavern in Conrad. JD’s in Bynum will be the fourth stop followed by the Wagon Wheel in Choteau, and Mike’s Club in Dutton, before the return to Dusty’s.
Once everyone is back at Dusty’s, the festivities will begin. There will be a pig roast and a BBQ with “Up North” providing the music. There will be a live auction, a silent auction and a 50/50 raffle after dinner.
Free camping will be available. Be sure to bring a lawn chair, because seating will be limited. For donation information, call Dusty’s at (406) 753-2292.
Skorupa is a local man, who has lived in the area his whole life. He has touched many of our lives over the years as a Deputy Sherriff and farmer. This benefit is a way to say thanks for all he has done for the community throughout his life.
The Poker Run will be a great opportunity to come and meet some new people and show our appreciation for Skorupa.
He commented, “It is overwhelming to see such support from so many people.” “I have tried to live my life by treating people how I would like to be treated, and it has come back tenfold for me.”
The Poker Run registration will be from 9-10:30 a.m. at Dusty’s Bar with a fee of $10 for the poker card. After registration is complete the participants will travel to the Montana Club in Shelby, followed by Ed’s Tavern in Conrad. JD’s in Bynum will be the fourth stop followed by the Wagon Wheel in Choteau, and Mike’s Club in Dutton, before the return to Dusty’s.
Once everyone is back at Dusty’s, the festivities will begin. There will be a pig roast and a BBQ with “Up North” providing the music. There will be a live auction, a silent auction and a 50/50 raffle after dinner.
Free camping will be available. Be sure to bring a lawn chair, because seating will be limited. For donation information, call Dusty’s at (406) 753-2292.