Health Notes
Cool down your diet this spring
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As the weather warms up, we begin to think of lighter foods. Eating light and choosing foods wisely carries the benefit of fighting inflammation in our bodies.
People
New Leadership at Seniors Job Bank
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The Seniors Job Bank (SJB), the non-profit community resource that connects people over 50 wanting to work with businesses, households, government agencies and other employers chose officers and a director at its annual meeting.
Familiar Faces
Fired up on life—John and Pat Horr
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In the fall of 1982, while John Horr was studying electrical engineering at the University of Hartford, he met Pat Zavisza in an emergency response technician (EMT) class. Forty-one years later, the couple has two grown children, a young granddaughter, a passion for off-road vehicles—and a profound but quiet impact on the Granby community.
People
After nearly 46 years in the Wutka family, Lost Acres Orchard passes seamlessly to its new family: The Bennetts
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In 1977, our parents, Tom and Ginny Wutka, had the crazy idea to sell their spacious custom colonial and buy the orchard up the street where my big brother had been working picking apples on the weekends.
People
Loaner Closet volunteers at work
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Volunteers of Granby’s Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Loaner Closet program handle outgoing and returning equipment, receive donated items, perform basic repairs and clean equipment before loaning it out again.
People
Granby Parks and Recreation hires special events coordinator
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Jamie Savva, special events coordinator, has joined the team at Granby Parks and Recreation to help plan, coordinate and execute special events for the town as well as private events and weddings at Holcomb Farm.
People
Women’s Breakfast Group set to celebrate 20 years in 2024
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Brought together by a shared love for Granby, the Women’s Breakfast Group will celebrate 20 years in 2024. Every month from September to June the women gather to enjoy a breakfast cooked by volunteers, to share conversation and to enjoy a program of music or presentations. The program, which costs $5 to attend, welcomes women of all age groups.
Animal Talk
Lessons on leashing your pet
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One of the most important lessons you can teach your dog is to walk politely on a leash. As I know all too well, it can be a frustrating lesson! But if you are successful, you will not only have more fun with your dog, but you will also greatly improve his health and quality of life.
Health Notes
Risk of cognitive decline lower with hearing aid use
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The message, no pun intended, is loud and clear. Loss of hearing affects cognition.
CT Valley Views
CT Valley Views expands media reach in Connecticut
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CT Valley Views Host Susan Regan is pleased to announce that the half hour interview show has increased its viewer reach by seven additional airing towns in the South-Central area of Connecticut.