Animal Talk
The Inuits’ sled dogs
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During these coronavirus times I have been exploring YouTube for documentaries on polar Eskimo culture. This has led to a little reading on the subject as well.
History
Preserving Granby’s pandemic memories
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The coronavirus has ushered in a unique opportunity for Granby residents—preserving memory of the COVID-19 pandemic experience for future generations. The Salmon Brook Historical Society and the Granby Public Library are working together to gather stories about how the pandemic has affected life.
Health Notes
COVID-19—Coping, caring and moving forward
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What just happened? Is it even possible to describe the last two months and the impact the global pandemic has had on each of us, our communities, the state, the nation and the world?
People
No waste here!
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Rosia Kennedy (l.) and Sandy Flagg with one of three car loads full of food donated by Granby Stop & Shop patrons. The food was given to the Waste Not, Want Not kitchen that feeds more than 200 people each Wednesday.
People
Final good bye to Wayne Smith
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Wayne Smith, age 81, passed away peacefully at home on May 13 with Barbara, his loving wife of 53 years, at his side.
Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation
Anderson joins the Foxfield F.A.R.M. advisory board
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Foxfield F.A.R.M. (For A Recovery Mission) Foundation is proud to announce that Mark W. Anderson has joined its advisory board.
People
A tribute to children’s librarian Lila Innes
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Lila K. (Knapp) Innes, age 92, of Granby, passed away on Jan. 28, 2020, at home surrounded by her loving family after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Born in Bridgeport on Dec. 9, 1927, and raised in Stratford, Lila was married to Charles Innes for 65 years, until his death in December 2015.
People
Hang-A-Quilt Day is June 20
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Farmington Valley Quilters is sponsoring the second Connecticut Hang-A-Quilt Day on Saturday, June 20, with a rain date of Sunday, June 21. This free outdoor quilt exhibit will showcase the art and beauty of quilting.
People
And the beat goes on for the Marquis of Granby
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Where there is a will, there is a way. Adjusting to the new normal, the Marquis of Granby Ancient Junior Fyfe and Drum Corps has been marching on.
People
Werner receives AVMA Animal Welfare Award
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On May 15 the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) honored Dr. Harry Werner of North Granby, as the winner of the 2020 AVMA Animal Welfare Award.