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Events

Granby Lions—always busy!

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The Granby Lions Club started its new year in July and is quickly approaching the halfway point. Led by newly appointed President John Adams, the club kicked off with impressive activity and success, and December promises to be just as busy.

Town/Govt

Granby officials sworn in

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On November 17, the newly-elected town officials were sworn in following a ceremony that included the presentation of colors by the American Legion Honor Guard and a recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance by Granby Public School students.

People

Women hear about miracles

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Tina Angeli, a motivational healer and author, was the speaker at the Nov. 5 Women’s Breakfast, sharing her experiences in a program titled Miracles Can Happen.

People

Scout Troops invite new scouts

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Troop 76 B (boys) and Troop 76 G (girls) are linked Scouts BSA troops in Simsbury, drawing members across the Farmington Valley including Granby, Avon and Canton. Anyone interested in joining a troop focused on scout-led leadership, personal growth and outdoor adventure are invited to join.

Drumrolls

Drumrolls

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Anne McSwain, of Granby, was named to the dean’s list at Smith College for the 2024-25 school year.
Leon Totten V, of Granby, was named to the dean’s list at the University of North Dakota for the spring semester.
Kiley Schneider and Maureen VonHassel, both of Granby, graduated from Fairfield University in May.
Andrew LaCroix was named to the dean’s list at Boston University’s College of Engineering for the spring semester.

Town/Govt

Granby Food Bank

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We currently need: Jar spaghetti sauce, Chef Boyardee spaghetti and meatballs/meat raviolis, Salad dressings, Knorr and/or pasta sides, Brownie and cookie mixes, Asstd cereals regu-lar/sweet, Progresso soups, Dishwashing soap/laundry detergent

Opinion

Silence is not Golden

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The First Amendment was enacted to assure the freedom of conscience in speech, religion and assembly without coercion by government. However, we’ve forgotten the moral religious underpinnings of the Amendment, living in a day where all sides are trying to silence the other’s free speech with who can “shout” and “profile” the loudest for their cause.