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As we enter the winter holiday season, let us express our thanks to the many town employees, staff, and volunteers who work to make this season joyful and bright. Read on for news and upcoming events from various departments at Granby Town Hall.
Unlike many little boys, Scott Sansom did not dream of being a police officer when he grew up.
Proudly exhibiting their award certificates from the Connecticut Press Association for pieces they wrote that appeared in 2022 issues of The Granby Drummer are, from left, Skip Mission, Shirley Murtha, Patricia Brandon, Jennifer Benson and Mark Fiorentino.
The Granby Ambulance Association (GAA) hosted its annual fall fundraising event at the New England Air Museum in October. The event drew supporters from across the area to raise essential funds for emergency medical services (EMS) in the towns of Granby, East Granby and East Hartland.
Granby Stop & Shop presented Officer Nicole with a cake to show appreciation for the hard work and dedication of members of the Granby Police Department.
Longtime Granby residents Don and Marty Wilmot and Sally Markey gifted the town with two significant pieces of art at the Nov. 6 Board of Selectmen meeting.
Electric vehicles (EVs) are hailed as a sustainable solution to reduce environmental impact by reducing emissions from traditional fossil fuel-powered cars. However, the production of EVs is not without its environmental challenges.
Do not block the box and A Not-So-Silent Killer
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By Shirley MurthaTo continue encouraging residents to recycle and reduce landfill waste, the Board of Selectmen approved the Town Manager’s request to appropriate $18,722 from the Solid Waste Fund to be used in four major areas.1. Hazardous Waste Collection: Granby manages this initiative independently. It was previously managed in collaboration with the Metropolitan District Commission and the Connecticut Resources Recovery Authority.2. Compost Bins: Encourages residents to reduce the town’ […]
By Jodi D’AngeloFrom learning how plants store energy to make food, to examining skulls to determine what different animals eat, each month unveils another chapter of the natural world at Valley Pre-School.“My goal is to inspire curiosity, develop observation skills, expand the horizon of a young child’s view, and create an ongoing connection with the natural world,” said Nannie Brown, the natural sciences teacher at Valley Pre-School. Although Brown retired as a lead teacher at the scho […]
The Granby Farmers Market is making a comeback at a new location right in the center of town. Community members will be able to get their fresh produce directly from farmers, as well as purchase local crafts, soaps and more while enjoying incredible live music and participating in special events. The market will run every Tuesday this summer from 3 to 6 p.m. beginning on June 7 and ending on August 30 at South Congregational Church. Local college students, Amanda Zyzdorf and Danielle Sturge […]
The Granby Memorial Day Association invites town officials, the fire department and its auxiliary, Scout units and other civic and social groups to take part in the annual parade and program on Monday, May 30. First-time parade participants, and organizations wishing to have a concession on the green must be registered with Parade Marshall James O. Hall (860-653-3819).The honorary parade marshall will be Maurice J. Brassard who served with the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. The parade […]
By Kim BeckerSuperintendent Dr. Alan Addley announced his choices for principals for the revamped district. Kim Dessert will stay at the primary level (Pre-K–Grade 2) at Kelly Lane School. Dr. Anna Forlenza-Bailey and Susan Henneberry will remain at Wells Road Intermediate School (Grades 3–5) and the Middle School (Grades 6–8), respectively. The surprise comes at the high school. Dr. Mary Gadd, the current principal, will be replaced by Mike Dunn, the popular principal of Kelly Lane […]
By Shirley MurthaRoger Pearl, a member of the Northern Connecticut Chapter of the National Football Foundation, presented Granby Memorial High School seniors Connor Field and Dominic Pagano the foundation’s annual scholar-athlete award on March 31.Made up of administrators, coaches and businessmen, the local committee chooses recipients on the basis of academic achievement, athletic accomplishments and community leadership. Pearl noted that Field and Pagano had received the highest possibl […]
GAA Spring ShowThe Granby Artists Association announces a new spring show of member’s artwork at the Simsbury Library in the downstairs program room and display case, from May 2 through May 31. The library hours are: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m.The public is invited to a reception for the artists on Thursday, May 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the program room. This is a free e […]
Narcan, a life-saving drug used in the event of an opioid overdose, can be prescribed by pharmacists. Granby Pharmacy is now prescribing and dispensing Narcan to patrons seeking the drug. Narcan, also known as naloxone, is used in the event of a suspected opioid overdose. Opioids include prescription pain medications and heroin.“This is a great opportunity for pharmacists, the most accessible healthcare professional, to get this lifesaving drug into the hands of people who need it. If I am […]
The Granby Bear 5K Challenge has become a fun-filled tradition for the Granby community and the Granby Memorial High School Booster Club is looking forward to offering its third annual event. This year’s race takes place on Sunday, June 19, at 9 a.m. Advertisement for Swim Center at Westminster School The run starts and ends at the GMHS track. It’s a fun event for the whole family, with a 5K division and also a Kid’s Fun Run after the 5K. This year the […]
By Jean PotetzThe Salmon Brook Historical Society’s 2016 summer exhibit will focus on Granby children featuring photographs of them, the toys they played with and the clothing they wore. In addition, several quilts will be on display including an embroidered red-work quilt that would delight any child. Many of the quilts are from local Granby families.The entry to the Weed-Enders House will feature a large wooden wagon from the Beman family with a framed photograph of its owner, three-year […]
Shannon Shattuck Post #182 American Legion will hold American Flag and Memorial Day Poppy sales on Saturday, May 21 and 28 at the Granby Geissler’s Supermarket and Stop&Shop from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.The American Legion will also receive, at that time, for proper disposal, old un-serviceble American flags. Sale proceeds help defray the costs involved in the Memorial Day parade and programs and cemetery decorations. […]
By Carol GriffinNestled in the valley beneath the shadows of Newgate Prison in East Granby lies a settlement known as Copper Hill. Many recognize the name as a street or golf course, but few realize that in the 1800s the people of the area considered themselves a community. After all, it had its own schoolhouse, railroad line, corner store, church and post office (Copper Hill, Conn.). Perhaps because of its location it was difficult in the winter for the people to travel to the “other side […]
By Lori Catlin GarciaThis is the last Marquis of Granby article I will write for the Granby Drummer. After more than 10 years as a “Marquis Mom,” I will retire from my board position after this year’s Memorial Day parade. As I contemplate my soon-to-be-empty nest, I want to thank every person who ever directed, chaperoned, cooked, sewed, donated funds, or participated in any one of the hundreds of other tasks that have kept the Marquis marching for almost 50 years.Privately funde […]
By Shirley MurthaPrincipal engineer for the design unit of the state Department of Transportation, William Britnell, presented an informative view of the DOT’s plan for alleviating the accident situation at the intersection of Rtes. 10/202, East Street and Notch Road. A large turnout of interested residents packed the Senior Center on March 25 to learn about this project.As with the previous DOT presentation on plans to re-design the center intersections, this meeting was held to inform an […]
Dwaritha Ramesh, 8th Grade student at GMMS, will represent Connecticut at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in National Harbor, MD in May. Submitted photoDwaritha Ramesh, an eighth-grade student at Granby Memorial Middle School, bested 62 other students from around the state Saturday, March 12 to win the Connecticut Spelling Bee at Quinnipiac University.Ramesh, 14,will represent Connecticut at the 2016 Scripps National Spelling Bee in National Harbor, Maryland in May. The Quinnipiac Univers […]
Do you know an adult or teen whose volunteer contribution to the town deservesto be recognized?The Board of Selectmen are now seeking individuals who exemplify the town’s richtradition of volunteerism.Anyone but a family member may nominate a candidate, who must have been activelyengaged in volunteer community service within the past year (Jan. 1 – Dec. 31).The selection committee takes into consideration:• The number of hours per year the nominee has performed community service […]
Left: From l.: Daphne Mathews, Cassandra Earl and Allie VanRyn enjoy the Green Eggs and Ham breakfast. By Sheri LitchfieldThe Granby Recreation and Leisure Services and the Granby Early Childhood Council hosted a green eggs and ham breakfast early Saturday morning on March 5. This third annual fun family event was held to celebrate the National Education Association, Read Across America Day and to honor the birthday of the beloved children’s author, Dr. Seuss.Theodor Seuss Geisel, a […]
By Doug CaseyA mid-winter trip to Costa Rica usually means snorkeling and excursions to the lush rainforests. Those activities didn’t make the list for a team from Valley Brook Community Church that recently travelled to the capital city of San Jose and the countryside to serve some of the country’s most desperate residents.More than a dozen members of the church took part in 10 days of intense but rewarding service alongside their hosts, 6:8 Ministries. Just hours after arriv […]
by Emma SmithMany people born just after World War II can recall the stories of their grandparents leaving the rigid European caste-like society in search of a chance to enjoy a middle class, or maybe-even-better life in America. Millions came through Ellis Island in New York and eventually moved to other states, often to live with those of their same nationality. These days many baby boomers are third and fourth generation and well detached from the lifestyles of their ancestral great-grandpare […]
By Todd VibertThe Salmon Brook Historical Society is holding its annual Spring Flea Market on Saturday, May 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Salmon Brook Historical Society. Forty to 50 vendors will show and sell their wares. Admission and parking is free to the public. Concession offerings include coffee, soda, water, hot dogs, chips and Mrs. Murphy’s donuts. Come and enjoy the festivities at the historical society. Anyone interested in being a vendor and having a 20×20-ft. space […]