Humans of Granby
Matthew Dooley
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Utilities Manager for Lapilo, Papua New Guinea
People
Local woman to join STEM education leaders at the White House
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Rachael Manzer, a Hartland resident and STEAM Coach at Winchester Public Schools, was recently invited to attend the first-of-its-kind State-Federal Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Education Summit hosted by The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) on June 25-26, in Washington, D.C.
Events
2018-19 Bruce Porter Music Series announced
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The seventh season of the Bruce Porter Memorial Music Series will open on Sunday, Nov. 4, at 4 p.m. with an exciting concert by saxophonist Tony Gibbs and pianist Benita Rose appearing as The Rose-Gibbs Duo.
Animal Talk
Abuse of opioids affects veterinary providers
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We are all aware of the opioid crisis in the U.S. today especially with prescription medications. There is potential for abuse in veterinary practice and reports of “clients” going from veterinarian to veterinarian seeking controlled medications that are addictive.
People
Simsbury Bank sponsors program to help end stigma of mental illness
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Simsbury Bank is pleased to announce that it was a $2,500 sponsor of the Jewish Family Services and Tara’s Closet event, The second annual Embracing Possibility for Mental Health Awareness: Continuing the Conversation About Compassion and Education, held on May 17 at Kingswood-Oxford School in West Hartford.
People
Share The Road event was fun and educational
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The Granby Horse Council spread the word on June 9 about the importance of road safety for everyone, with an emphasis on horseback riding.
CT Valley Views
Senator John A. Kissel seeks 14th term in 7th District
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Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views interviewed John A. Kissel the Co-Chair of the Judiciary Committee and Vice-Chair of the General Law Committee.
People
Join Girl Scouts with extended-year membership
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New members can join for a 16-month membership with a discounted price. For the first time ever, Girl Scouts has introduced an extended-year membership opportunity for NEW members. Both girls and adults who have not joined Girl Scouts before can register for a 16-month, $35 prorated membership that allows them to begin Girl Scouts during the summer then transition right into the traditional troop experience in the fall. That’s nearly 16 months of membership versus 12 for one, low promotional price—sweet.
CT Valley Views
Long term care a high priority for Connecticut’s residents
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David Guttchen, director for the Connecticut Partnership for Long-Term Care, will be Susan Patricelli Regan’s guest on CT Valley Views in August.
People
The new face of Grassroots Ice Cream
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Grassroots Ice Cream has successfully run an ice cream shop in the center of Granby since 2013. Perhaps you have noticed lately the considerable construction activity happening in and around the building.