People
Flu Shot Clinics by FVVNA
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The Farmington Valley Visiting Nurse Association provides flu vaccinations to the public from the end of September through early November.
People
Think safety first when buying or installing a woodstove
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Wood-burning stoves can be a way to lower fuel costs and aid in heating a residence. Wood stoves and alternative heating devices can also be a life-threatening hazard if not installed properly.
People
Drought conditions warrant continued water conservation
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Connecticut has experienced lower than normal rainfall, with rain amounts totaling an estimated one inch, compared to four inches of rain which would typically fall in this time period. Lower rainfall, combined with high water demand, has led the State of Connecticut’s lnteragency Drought Working Group to declare that all eight counties in the state are experiencing Stage 2 drought conditions.
People
Nancy Butler: Lyric Hill Farm’s many talented artisan
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Anyone who knows Granby resident Nancy Butler as a multi-talented artisan and goat whisperer would probably be amazed to know that, although having an artistic bent from childhood, her college degree was in geology with a minor in civil and environmental engineering and that her first career was as a paralegal!
People
Focus groups on substance abuse being held at YMCA
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A Promise to Jordan, a nonprofit organization, will be conducting focus groups to gather information to determine the need for programs and services to support residents of Granby who may be living with a substance use disorder, either currently or in recovery, and to combat and prevent substance use disorders.
People
Lady Sadie has Rosia over a barrel
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Rosia Kennedy and her marvelous mare, Lady Sadie, were photographed by Gary Strain.
People
Birdseye view of Barkhamsted Reservoir
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Rob Flanigan shot this view from his DJI Mavic Air 2 drone.
Health Notes
Living in the country has a cognitive advantage
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The calming effect of sea breezes, mountain views, or simply clouds in a blue sky is all something we naturally turn towards to relieve the stress of our lives.
Animal Talk
Ten rewarding veterinary experiences
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Veterinary medicine is still one of the most popular career choices for young students. Although there can be long hours and stressful emergencies to manage, this career path can be very rewarding.
People
Need a Lift? Call Nutmeg Senior Rides
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Nutmeg Senior Rides provides affordable, door-through-door, personal transportation for people 50 and older and adults with visual impairments.