Animal Talk
Canine influenza highly contagious
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Dog flu, also know as canine influenza (CIV), is a very contagious viral disease that first appeared in Florida at a greyhound racetrack in 2004. This respiratory disease spread very rapidly.
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Seniors Job Bank helps Granby residents find work and workers
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Folks of a certain age may recall television commercials in the 1970s in which the satisfied user of a product exclaimed, “I was so impressed; I bought the company.” The ads were for an electric shaver, and spokesman Victor Kiam did in fact purchase Remington Products in 1979. Del Shilkret, of Windcrest Drive, can tell a similar story.
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Farmer’s Kitchen latest in Chen’s restaurants
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Granby’s expanding restaurant options are a welcome addition to both the business and residential communities in town. The latest addition is another fine offering by James and Sandy Chen. Farmers Kitchen emphasizes breakfast, lunch and dinner takeout.
Health Notes
Vaccines for Adults
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It’s the time of year to get a flu shot to prevent us from getting sick this winter. This is true but there are several other vaccines that adults should get as well.
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Lunch for the Mind: A special thank you to our attendees
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In 2012, the Granby Senior Center Civic Engagement Team focused on the subject of life-long learning for older adults. Subsequently, the Education sub-team was born with members of the Civic Engagement Team and Dallas Savard as the Champion.
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Preparing for the annual book sale
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Members of the Friends of Granby Public Library are busy sorting books and preparing for the 36th annual Friends of Granby Public Library book sale, Sept. 21-23, at Holcomb Farm.
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Monrovia Nurseries repeat supporter of Foxfield F.A.R.M.
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Monrovia Nurseries of Granby has generously donated plantings for Foxfield F.A.R.M.’s Veterans’ patio area. The new plantings offer peace and tranquility for brave soldiers in the program.
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Foxfield F.A.R.M. VIP at Farmington Polo Club 2018 Tourneys
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Foxfield F.A.R.M. has again sponsored its VIP public relations venue for the 2018 Farmington Polo Club Tournament Season where the charity’s friends and supporters can meet and greet the public. The foundation will present the MVP Award on Sunday, July 1 and Sunday, July 22 to create greater awareness for the groundwork equine therapy program for veterans and first responders with PTSD and related mental issues. recoverymission.org.
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Life’s a bear in Granby
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Bear sightings have filled local community Internet pages for the past few weeks, raising questions about keeping these large omnivores out of yards, away from our youngsters and pets and out of garbage bins.
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Eagle Scout project
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Chris Murach’s Eagle Scout project is the landscape improvements at the entrance to Granby Public Library.