Granby Food Bank — October 2026

We currently need: Dinty Moore beef stew; Assorted crackers (Ritz, Saltines, Town House); Canned peaches/pineapple/fruit cocktail; Applesauce; Ketchup/mustard/mayo/pickles/relish; Taco dinner boxes; Dishwashing soap

Invest in our teachers, invest in our future

This fall, Granby teachers and the Board of Education will begin negotiating a new contract before the current agreement expires in June 2027. Most residents are aware that Granby educators are paid significantly less on almost every level than their counterparts in every Hartford County district, including the Hartford Public Schools.

Photographer credited

Merle Yoder was the photographer for the photos that accompanied “Granby Wildflower Meadow fall update: Roots, blooms and Open Farm Day” in the September issue.

Bears give back

“Nobody is bigger than the G,” says Mike Dombrowski, head coach of the boys’ soccer team at Granby Memorial High School. Dombrowski motioned to the big G painted at the center of the soccer field, explaining that “the G is a symbol that reminds us we are part of much bigger community.”

Announcing new ways to support the Drummer

The Drummer is excited to announce three new options to businesses and nonprofits to support our mission, which is to continue to deliver our award-winning local newspaper to every household in Granby free of charge.