People
New president for Rotary Club
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Alma Kruh is the new President of the Simsbury-Granby Rotary Club for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. Kruh has been a proud and active Rotarian for 28 years.
People
A splash of panache comes to Granby Center: finds by rural and roots
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Granby native Janet Anderson and New Jersey transplant Dana Carlson met by chance years ago in the florist department of the Granby Stop & Shop.
People
Home Fire Safety
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According to National Fire Protection Association Statistics, during the five-year period from 2016-2020, US fire departments responded to an estimated average of 343,100 home structure fires per year. These fires caused an annual average of 2,610 civilian deaths, 11,090 civilian fire injuries and $7.6 billion in direct property damage.
Familiar Faces
Jams, honeys and syrups…oh my!
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For some people, like Ken Burkhart, retirement is not an option.
People
Granby Lions induct five new members, honor other Lions
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On June 4, the Granby Lions Club held a special meeting at Lost Acres Vineyard to celebrate the induction of five new members and recognize other Granby Lions.
People
An episode in Kelti’s life
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This is the story of me and my human mother. I am a loving, 10-year-old Bichon Frise. I am white in color as all Bichons are. We are descendants of water dogs and poodles.
People
Mobile Mixology
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There’s a new (but old) horse trailer in town! Enya Ferreira, a former Simsbury native now living in Granby, converted a 1970’s vintage horse trailer into a mobile bar.
Animal Talk
Meet Dr. Monique Fitzpatrick
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When Dr. Violette approached me about taking over his column at the Drummer, I was honored. I know I have big shoes to fill, and I hope to meet expectations.
People
Cleaning up in retirement
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For many folks who decide to retire from a profession or trade to which they have devoted decades, moving on to the next stage of life can present some unknowns. Friends and family offer congratulations, followed by the big question, “So, what are you going to do with all that time on your hands?” That can often be a difficult question to ponder.
Familiar Faces
Meet poetess Bernadette Gentry
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If you live in Granby and read The Granby Drummer, then you surely recognize the name Bernadette Gentry. She’s the voice behind the thoughtful, sometimes whimsical but always pleasing poems published each month for her community to enjoy.