Recent Stories

Correction

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The November issue invited people who wanted to volunteer their help with the roundabout garden to text Harry Jones. We apologize that there was an error in the phone number. The correct number is 413-297-1259.

Town/Govt

Now that the auction is over…

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Every time election season rolls around, we are inundated with hyperbole about what the national and state candidates will do for the citizenry, with the unspoken part being what it will cost us, as if it comes without a price tag.

Town/Govt

Social Services

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The focus of the Social Services Department is to coordinate existing federal, state, regional and local services, to increase community awareness of these services and to develop new programs to meet the needs of Granby residents.

Town/Govt

American Plan Rescue Act money apportioned

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Granby’s portion of the American Plan Rescue Act funds ($3.6 million), a federal stimulus bill passed in March 2021 to help the country recover from the economic and health effects of the COVID pandemic, must be obligated by Dec. 31, 2024.

Town/Govt

DPW Winter Advice

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Winter storms and the resulting snow removal can be a challenge for all Granby residents. We do our best to keep the roads passable and safe. Please note the following suggestions, ordinances and rules to ensure a safe winter season for all.

School & Sports

Girls volleyball finish second in state tourney

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Going into the 2024 volleyball season the GMHS girls volleyball team had many goals, including winning the NCCC Regular season, the NCCC Tournament, making it to the State Championship finals, and having an undefeated season, among other difficult goals.

Events

Miscast Cabaret one day only!

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Valley Student Theatre (VST) will bring musical magic and daring performances to Granby Memorial High School with two showings of Miscast Cabaret. The highly anticipated event, which promises to break all casting rules, will take place on Dec. 7, 2024 at 2 and 7 p.m.

Drumrolls

Drumrolls

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Westfield State football landed FB Dylan Disabella, of Granby, on the first team for the 2024 Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference all-conference team.

Town/Govt

Food Resources

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Granby Food Pantry is located at 248 Salmon Brook Street. Pantry hours are Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. to noon and Thursday, 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Letter to the Editor

The night sky as a wild place

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I don’t know about you, but when I step out of my house or car at night, the first thing I do is look up. It is almost instinctual to gaze skyward and take notice of what is happening in the atmosphere. But even more importantly, I want to see the stars—to witness the bright pinpricks of light against the dark sky, taking note of constellations, looking for planets and hoping for a shooting star.

Events

Regan addresses Republican Assembly

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Susan Patricelli Regan made a “We the People for a Smaller Government” presentation to the Hartford County Chapter of the Connecticut Republican Assembly (CTRA) on April 5 with the objective of providing a new strategy message for the conservative party.

School & Sports

Starbase program engages Wells Road students

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Students across multiple age groups within the Granby Public Schools came together as part of a new 12-week initiative aimed at encouraging creative thinking and developing engineering skills among young students.

Fun & Rec

The YMCA: Over a century of community service

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Twenty years ago on April 1, 2003, the Farmington Valley YMCA moved from its Simsbury office to 97 Salmon Brook Street in Granby. With that move, the Y was able to expand its reach into the community, and touch many more lives than ever before.

Town/Govt

Public Works

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Trash Holiday: Monday, May 29, Memorial Day is a holiday for Paine’s. All trash and recycling pickups will be delayed by one day the week after the holiday.

Health Notes

Cool down your diet this spring

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As the weather warms up, we begin to think of lighter foods. Eating light and choosing foods wisely carries the benefit of fighting inflammation in our bodies.

Events

Sponsor an American flag

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It’s that time of year when sleeping perennial flowers bloom, trees sprout their leaves, grasses are beginning to green up, and people emerge from their homes to spend time outside. Another special event occurs in May: the Granby Lions Club, assisted by the Town’s Public Works Department, posts dedicated American Flags on the utility poles throughout the center of town.

Events

GMHS Grad Night Party needs support

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As seniors at Granby Memorial High School count down to graduation day, Granby Parents for a Safe Graduation (an all-volunteer, non-profit organization that organizes a substance-free Grad Night celebration for GMHS graduates), is busy planning the big event.

Town/Govt

Social Services

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The Social Services Department’s focus is to coordinate existing federal, state, regional and local services, to increase community awareness of these services and to develop new programs to meet the needs of Granby residents.

Events

NEAM offers travel opportunities

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The New England Air Museum is thrilled to announce a series of exciting travel opportunities for aviation enthusiasts that will take place throughout the coming year. The trips, which are designed to give participants a unique insight into the world of aviation, will take them to some of the most exciting and historic destinations across the United States.

In Town Focus

In Town Focus

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Memorial Day Flags and Poppies on Sale, Community Kitchen Offering Meals Again, Annual Vigil for Racial Justice, Camera Club, Women’s Breakfast, Healthcare Day, Men’s Breakfast, and SBHS News

Fun & Rec

Parks & Recreation

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Registration for these popular summer programs is now open. View program and event details online at GranbyRec.com and register early as sessions sell out – make sure to secure your camper’s spot.

People

Granby Parks and Recreation hires special events coordinator

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Jamie Savva, special events coordinator, has joined the team at Granby Parks and Recreation to help plan, coordinate and execute special events for the town as well as private events and weddings at Holcomb Farm.