Familiar Faces
Sgt. Doreen Mikan chose Granby
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Sometimes, life sends you exactly where you need to be.
Familiar Faces
Andy Laplante relishes life’s drama
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If you have ever shopped at the Granby Cumberland Farms, you have encountered the smiling welcome and kindly service of Andy Laplante. He is a large man in many ways: in his big heart; in his thoughtful, friendly behavior; in his unflappable love of life. He is also a man who hones his talents for his own and others’ pleasure.
People
From Calabria, Italy, to Granby: The remarkable journey of Tina Angeli
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Come, sit awhile in a tranquil space and hear the story of Clementina “Tina” Angeli’s remarkable leap of faith.
Familiar Faces
This early bird makes a difference: Jonathan Lynch
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While not exactly a Granby resident, Jonathan Lynch is a familiar face around town, especially if you’re out and about early.
People
The power of laughter… and community theater
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It all started on a cold and dark Friday night last December.
Events
Puzzle Slam Dunk! Drummer’s first fundraiser is a whopping success
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On Feb. 3, the Granby Memorial Middle School’s gym was packed with 160 dissectologists—people who love doing jigsaw puzzles. Each and every one of them left with a big smile and a cookie, courtesy of The Whisk.
Familiar Faces
A study in contrasts: Dana McSwain
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If you’re lucky enough to have encountered Dana McSwain over the 18 months since she and her husband Winston moved from Cleveland to Granby, then you’ve been warmed by her radiant smile. Perhaps you’ve seen her walking Simon and Pippi, her standard poodle puppies.
Familiar Faces
A perfect fit: Philip Marshall
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In its ideal form, serendipity is a reciprocal gift.
Such is the case with Philip Marshall, who has found “unsought treasures” since his arrival in Granby, a move that has benefited our town as well.
People
All in the Family: Unique Antiques of Connecticut opens Granby shop
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Some children follow in a parent’s footsteps, choosing professions in education, law, medicine or the trades. Jesse Schultz, whose grandfather was an auctioneer and whose parents deal in antiques, shares his family’s passion for items that previous generations have preserved and cherished.
Familiar Faces
Sandra Flagg: Paying it forward
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Like many of us, Sandra Flagg has seen her share of struggles and knows only too well the value of a helping hand.