A berry good summer dessert

In late summer Sirius the Dog Star, part of the constellation Canis Major, can be seen in the night sky. Its presence gives the name to what’s traditionally the most uncomfortable part of the season.

Misty sunrise

Paul McDonnell, of Granby, captured this photo at Salmon Brook Park on an early summer morning.

Granby Land Trust

Tour the Old Messenger Road Preserves virtually, The BIG PAINT, open to artists and visitors, and Wednesday Walk at Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve

Ask your Friendly Farmer

Dear Friendly Farmer,
My daughter has a pet rabbit and we like to feed it a little hay from time to time. Since we only need a little bit at a time, I usually just buy a bale at my local feed store, but the last time I went, hay DOUBLED in price! What gives? Can I get it cheaper from a local farmer?
Signed,
Hay Now

Living with ticks

Ticks are present at Holcomb Farm. Those of us who walk the trails have noticed an increase this spring over prior years.