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Granby visited by a truly rare bird

A rare leucistic ruby-throated hummingbird was spotted by Granby resident Denise Canora in her expansive flower garden, which is frequented by a steady flight of birds, butterflies and other pollinators.

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School & Sports

Closing the book on the 2022-23 school year

Chase Alexander, GMHS Class of ‘24 | July 1, 2023

As the temperature gradually rose and countless buds sprang into action, students and staff across the Granby Public Schools eagerly awaited the conclusion of the 2022/23 school year.

School & Sports

GMHS students receive Halo awards

Mackenzie Janski, GMHS Class of ‘24 | July 1, 2023

The Granby Memorial Drama Club had a wonderful year, from the fall production of Daughters of the Appalachians to the fantastic musical production of Little Shop of Horrors.

School & Sports

Meet Superintendent Cheri Burke

| July 1, 2023

Cheri Burke was introduced as Granby’s new superintendent of schools in the June issue of the Drummer

School & Sports

Bears track teams break records, earn titles

Bob Casey, GMHS Boys’ Outdoor Track Coach | July 1, 2023

Granby’s outdoor track season ended in mid-June when Rohman Knutson and Cal Olsen competed in the CIAC decathlon on June 13.

Health Notes

Short walks help your heart

Sharon Gallerani | July 1, 2023

Numerous studies support exercise and cardiovascular health protection. We know this, but putting it into practice is hard.

Town/Govt

PLANNING AND ZONING Highlights

| July 1, 2023

Highlights from the meeting held on June 13th, 2023

Drumrolls

Drumrolls — July/August 2023

| July 1, 2023

Madelyn Wilson earned a place on Furman University’s dean’s list for the spring semester.

People

A dream of Nationals for a GMHS senior becomes reality

Addison Landheer, GMHS ‘27 and Courtney Landheer | July 1, 2023

Most people know Loretta Lynn as a famous country music star, but Brody Landheer knows her name because of Lynn’s connection to the Amateur National Motocross Championship.

Drumrolls

Caelum Janski achieves Eagle Scout status

| July 1, 2023

Local Scout Caelum Janski has earned the Boy Scouts of America’s highest advancement award, Eagle Scout.

Great Outdoors

Living with ticks

Eric Lukinbeal | July 1, 2023

Ticks are present at Holcomb Farm. Those of us who walk the trails have noticed an increase this spring over prior years.

School & Sports

GMHS students receive Halo awards

Mackenzie Janski, GMHS Class of ‘24 | July 1, 2023

The Granby Memorial Drama Club had a wonderful year, from the fall production of Daughters of the Appalachians to the fantastic musical production of Little Shop of Horrors.

School & Sports

Meet Superintendent Cheri Burke

| July 1, 2023

Cheri Burke was introduced as Granby’s new superintendent of schools in the June issue of the Drummer

School & Sports

Bears track teams break records, earn titles

Bob Casey, GMHS Boys’ Outdoor Track Coach | July 1, 2023

Granby’s outdoor track season ended in mid-June when Rohman Knutson and Cal Olsen competed in the CIAC decathlon on June 13.

Health Notes

Short walks help your heart

Sharon Gallerani | July 1, 2023

Numerous studies support exercise and cardiovascular health protection. We know this, but putting it into practice is hard.

Town/Govt

PLANNING AND ZONING Highlights

| July 1, 2023

Highlights from the meeting held on June 13th, 2023

Drumrolls

Drumrolls — July/August 2023

| July 1, 2023

Madelyn Wilson earned a place on Furman University’s dean’s list for the spring semester.

People

A dream of Nationals for a GMHS senior becomes reality

Addison Landheer, GMHS ‘27 and Courtney Landheer | July 1, 2023

Most people know Loretta Lynn as a famous country music star, but Brody Landheer knows her name because of Lynn’s connection to the Amateur National Motocross Championship.