People
Stony Hill Village gets spring “spruce up”
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Friends of Granby Homes for Senior Citizens, Inc. held its spring Community Serve Day on May 3 at Stony Hill Village, Granby’s 49-unit affordable senior housing community.
Animal Talk
People aren’t the only ones with asthma
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Feline asthma is very similar to asthma in humans. It is described as a chronic, progressive inflammatory respiratory condition that causes narrowing of the airways leading to coughing and wheezing. According to a study by Cornell University, about 1–5 percent of felines have feline asthma. This translates to approximately 800,000 cats in the U.S.
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Valley Pre-School celebrates 50 years with Nannie Brown
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For half a century, Nannie Brown has remained a dedicated and passionate presence at Valley Pre-School. Her wisdom and experience influenced countless children, parents and teachers since she took on the role of lead teacher in 1975. Brown served in this role until 2011, when she “retired” from teaching, but she did not go far!
People
Home maintenance reminders
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Homeowners sometimes forget to conduct maintenance on the systems that keep homes running smoothly. The majority of appliance manufacturers have recommended practices for cleaning and repairing their products, so they function efficiently and effectively. Below are some reminders and tips.
People
Roberts addressed the United Nations
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On March 22 Dave Roberts spoke about The Future of Service at the United Nations, linking the relationship between Lions International, the United Nations and The United Nations Association of the USA.
People
Scouts from Granby and Simsbury spring cleaned Salmon Brook Park
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Salmon Brook Park got a fresh start to the season thanks to the efforts of scouts who gathered on a rainy weekend in April for the annual spring cleanup.
People
Customers donate to women’s shelter
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March was the month for honoring successful women. Rosia Kennedy, program coordinator at the Granby Stop & Shop, wanted to show support for brave women going through tough times at the Abused Women’s Shelter in Springfield.
People
Anchored by honor: Granby veteran’s path through service, family and transition
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In 1999, May was established as Military Appreciation Month. It was created to honor and acknowledge the work and sacrifice that military members do for our country. We celebrate holidays like Memorial Day and Loyalty Day. In honor of Military Appreciation Month, I’d like to share the voice and story of a local veteran.
People
A symbol of freedom, blooming with spring
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This World War I Monument is located at the intersection of Salmon Brook Street (U.S. 202) and North Granby Road.
People
Law firms join forces to create Murphy, Laudati, Kiel & Alfano
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Two well-regarded law firms with a combined history of service in the greater Hartford region since 1948, have joined forces to create Murphy, Laudati, Kiel & Alfano (MLK&A) and will provide comprehensive legal services in north central Connecticut.