Familiar Faces
Jams, honeys and syrups…oh my!
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For some people, like Ken Burkhart, retirement is not an option.
Animal Talk
The scoop on feline enrichment
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According to The American Veterinary Medical Association, approximately 37 million U.S. households have cats. Keeping our felines active and engaged is very important for their health and welfare. Many feline behaviorists will divide a cat’s environment into five systems: space, nutritional, elimination, social, and behavioral.
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The Bear’s Den: Granby’s newest family-friendly pub
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Granby welcomes a new addition with the opening of The Bear’s Den Pub, founded by Tony Fera and Peter Taylor. Originating from diverse backgrounds—one from across the pond and the other from Michigan—Fera and Taylor share a passion for revitalizing local spaces and contributing to the town’s economy.
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
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.
People
Meet the new Chamber staff
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Rebecca Taylor as the newest members of the Chamber staff. These talented individuals bring a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to the team, and the positive impact they will have on our community.
People
A Challenging Experience
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Recently, I experienced some major health issues, was hospitalized, and spent some time in rehab. In the nursing home I also had to use a wheelchair. There were so many other people using them that, after a while, I no longer noticed the chairs, just the people sitting in them.
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.