Drumrolls
In Memory of . . .
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Fahy, Patrick Dunne, 26, beginning of August
Drumrolls
Fall may be the best season in Granby
Rick Orluk’s photo of the swing along the Granby Land Trust trail through the Emery Preserve highlights fall’s beauty.
Recent Stories
Salmon Brook Historical Society
The Weed-Enders House move, 50 years ago
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Fifty years ago, an extraordinary achievement took place in Granby when the Salmon Brook Historical Society successfully moved the Weed-Enders House seven miles from its original location in West Granby to the society’s grounds. Built in 1790, the Weed-Enders House is one of the oldest homes in the area, and its relocation remains a remarkable feat in local history.
Events
Prizes awarded to 14 artists at juried art show
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There’s still time to see the “2024 Celebrating New England’s Natural Beauty Art Show,” hosted by the Granby Land Trust (GLT) and the Granby Artists Association (GAA) at Lost Acres Vineyard in North Granby.
Granby Land Trust
Granby Land Trust — December 2024
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Annual Meeting and Potluck Supper, and Preserve Our Properties Day
Great Outdoors
Who, who, who will be next?
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Shirley Murtha photographed this stunning barred owl that spent several days in her yard this fall.
Browse & Borrow
Browse & Borrow — December 2024
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Registration is required for all library programs unless otherwise indicated. To register, visit granby-ct.gov/Library, and click on “Register for a Program.” or call the library at 860-844-5275.
Events
Rotary partners with Farley Mac’s for domestic violence fundraiser
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Domestic violence continues to be a growing epidemic in our country.
Animal Talk
News in Vet Med
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In the 2024 election, Colorado had a ballot question about adding a new position within veterinary medicine (Proposition 129). This would create a veterinary professional associate (VPA) and outline the proposed curriculum for the degree.
NOT WANTED
Invasive Action!
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A potent team of Invasive Plant Activists (IPAs) converged on the Red Trail West at Holcomb Farm in November to continue repairing the damage borne of our love of intense fall colors (see photo).
People
Youth Services Bureau
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Do you have a youth or teen in your life who struggles with a mental health issue? Would you like to feel more confident in your ability to support them and get them the help they need?
Fun & Rec
Hawk Watch on Blueberry Hill
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Granby Public Library and Granby Land Trust hosted over two dozen nature enthusiasts Sept. 10 for a Hawk Watch on Blueberry Hill, Granville, Mass.
Town/Govt
Public Works
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Transfer Station hours: In addition to Saturdays, the transfer station will be open Wednesday mornings from 8 a.m. to noon through Nov. 16.
People
Is that Casper?
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Paul McDonnell captured this ghostly image in puddles along the Salmon Brook Park driveway.
People
Open Farm Day Fun!
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One of the Sepe Farm sheep gets some petting from a visitor to Lost Acres Vineyard, Sept. 17, 2022.
Events
Camera Club hosts van Welie Oct. 3
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The Granby Camera Club is excited to have Wendy van Welie as its guest presenter at the Monday, Oct. 3 meeting at 7 p.m. in the Granby Senior Center.
Drumrolls
GMHS Class of ‘76’s Fitzsimmons passes
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Marc Robert Fitzsimmons, 63, of Colonial Beach, Va., was tragically killed in a one-car accident in Stony Point, N.Y., on Aug. 23.
People
Bear-y fun ride at Celebrate the Valley
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It was a bit chilly Friday night, Sept. 23, for the first Celebrate the Valley event, but that didn’t stop this youngster from enjoying this animal-themed ride.
People
Ear scratches are the best!
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Ear scratches are the best!
Nicki Cox and Paw enjoy a visit at Angel Horses on Open Farm Day on Sept. 17, 2022.
Town/Govt
Candidates to Debate for the 62nd
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In honor of National Voter Registration Day, incumbent Republican House Rep. Mark Anderson and Democratic challenger Kim Becker will debate the issues affecting the 62nd District.
News from the Registrars
Granby Registrars’ Update
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Granby voters turned out in higher numbers than the statewide average for both parties to support their candidates of choice in the Republican and Democratic primaries.
Town/Govt
Making progress with the Strategic Plan
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The Board of Selectmen has gone to great lengths to ensure that all residents have had their say about the Strategic Plan that will eventually enumerate the values most important to the community to improve life in our town.
People
Drought conditions warrant continued water conservation
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Connecticut has experienced lower than normal rainfall, with rain amounts totaling an estimated one inch, compared to four inches of rain which would typically fall in this time period. Lower rainfall, combined with high water demand, has led the State of Connecticut’s lnteragency Drought Working Group to declare that all eight counties in the state are experiencing Stage 2 drought conditions.
Town/Govt
Chapple is new member of Board of Selectmen
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Margaret (Peggy) Chapple was sworn in by First Selectman Mark Fiorentino on July 14 to complete the term of retired board member Sally King.
Town/Govt
August 9 Primary Results
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Democratic and Republican voters in Granby voted in their party’s primaries on Aug. 9.
School & Sports
BOS approves use of ARPA funds
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At its Aug. 15 meeting, the Granby Board of Selectmen approved the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for ventilation improvements at Wells Road School and ventilation and air conditioning at Granby Memorial High School.
Town/Govt
GRANBY BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
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Highlights from the meetings held on August 1st and 15th, 2022
People
Where there’s a need, there’s a Lion
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When Sandy Flagg, director of Waste Not Want Not Community Kitchen, discovered that one of its commercial freezers had died, Flagg’s first thought was to contact the Granby Lions.
Town/Govt
Connecticut Gubernatorial debates
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Oct. 27, sponsored by the League of Women Voters
Nov. 4, sponsored by Channel 8
Mark your calendars. More details in the October issue.