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Joyce Butterworth and Nick Williams discuss life beyond their jobs at the Granby Post Office
You’ve probably driven along Route 10 North to Southwick hundreds of times, but have you ever noticed that we have a real live “Moon Cusser” right here in town?
How many of us grew up hearing our parents say “brush your teeth” in the morning and evening? We replied we had when we briefly ran the toothbrush over our teeth or sneakily wet the brush without even brushing. But do you know the importance of brushing your teeth?
The Granby Fire Marshal’s Office and the Lost Acres Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)—the official sponsor of Fire Prevention WeekTM (FPW). This year’s FPW campaign is, Cooking safety starts with YOU.
Rebecca “Becky” Cahill, 55, of West Granby, adored wife for over 24 wonderful years to Lawrence Cahill, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 21, 2023.
As we all endure the construction in the center of town and look forward to seeing the improvements to Granby, I can’t help but think about how much our town has changed.
Wood-burning stoves can be a way to lower fuel costs and aid in heating a residence. Wood stoves and alternative heating devices can be a life-threatening hazard if not installed properly.
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Staying safe (and warm!) this winter Ice skating, snowball fights, sledding, warming up by the fire—aaah, the joys of winter! It’s fine to indulge in these cold-weather activities if you are also vigilant about your safety. Hypothermia most often results from remaining in cold temperatures for an extended period of time. If your body loses heat faster than it can produce heat, your core body temperature may drop dangerously below 95 degrees, and the brain will begin to &ldq […]
VNA director Muir FIN Farmington Valley VNA director leaving post By Andrea Boyle After more than 25 years of service as Executive Director of the Farmington Valley Visiting Nurse Association, Incy S. Muir has announced her retirement from the agency, effective July 10, 2015. She and her husband plan to relocate to the White Mountain region in Maine next summer. A life-long resident of Granby, Muir describes this transition as “bittersweet” since she will be leaving a community […]
The Farmington Valley VNA accepted a donation for the Granby Food Bank Program from GMMS X-Factor Boys Club members. Pictured are: (back, from l.) Xavier Jurado, David Stewart, Conrad Ginz, Mark Torres, Mrs. Volikas, and Layne Cramer; (front) Aaron Murdock, Ayden Lidesri, Alex Stelly, and Francis Mikalonis. Submitted photo […]
Senator John A. Kissel (R) District 7 with CTVV Host Susan Regan at the Legislative Office Building. Submitted photo Senator John Kissel—an honest dialogue with CT Valley Views Senator John Kissel, (R) 7th District, one of the longest serving senators in the Connecticut State Senate, provides his view of our state’s status and the fiscal hurdles and options confronting the legislature in the 2015 session. In his interview with CTVV’s host Susan Regan, Senator Kissel, as […]
CTVV Host Susan Regan with Hartford Public Access TV executive director Gil Martinez and Regina Roundtree, founder of Connecticut Black Republicans and Conservatives at the Connecticut Historical Society in Hartford. Submitted photo CTVV: Benchmarking urban outreach in Connecticut A central objective to re-invigorating the Greater Hartford area and many of Connecticut’s larger cities is the necessity to clearly communicate to urban residents that an understanding of the challenges […]
George E. Tuffin 1917 – 2014 By Carol Laun George Tuffin was the quintessential volunteer. He was involved in many aspects of town government, from constable to First Selectman. He served on town boards and on building committees for the Town Hall and Town Garage. He was a member of the Library Board. He was instrumental in organizing the Senior Men’s Breakfast and also drove the Senior Van. He was active in the First Congregational Church. He was a member of St. Mark’s Lo […]
Do you oppose border tolls? “Border tolls would raise a substantial amount of money for this state.” That’s what the co-chair of the state legislature’s Transportation Committee said recently. So brace yourselves, Granby Drummer readers. The issue of building border tolls has returned at the State Capitol. If built, the tolls could cost between $3 and $7 per car. This could all happen by 2017. I oppose border tolls. A hearing on the proposal could be held in Hart […]
I am delighted that the Drummer December 2014 issue included the article in remembrance of Fred Wilhelm, Sr., written by Trish Percival and Rick Orluk. The article noted that the family planted a gingko tree, in memory of Fred. We thank John O’Brien, O’Brien Nurserymen, for finding and procuring this sapling for us and for helping the family plant it properly. His expertise helps ensure that this living memorial will remind us of Fred for decades to come. Bill Bentley […]
George Tuffin I’m certain that many among us will eulogize George Tuffin. I’m one of them but am interested in emphasizing one not so evident thing that he did for Granby. Shortly after moving to Granby in 1960, George was elected by his neighbors to be Granby’s first unpaid first selectman under the town’s new charter. His selection may have been due in part to George seemingly knowing everyone in town and considering each of us his good friends. Being new to town a […]
Cossitt support The Friends of Cossitt Library wish to thank the thoughtful townspeople who donated to the Cossitt Book Gift Tree Project this past December. Fifty-eight seniors enjoyed receiving holiday gifts of books at the Granby Senior Center lunch, and 28 children from 9 months to 17 years received gift books through Granby Social Services. Numbers of donors gave multiple books. Granby again demonstrated the town’s generous spirit. The Friends also wish to thank the good cooks wh […]
Warm Up At Cossitt Drop into Cossitt Library this very cold winter and enjoy a hot cup of coffee, tea or cocoa and a warm welcome. The Friends continue to offer a cup of comfort while patrons browse the new DVDs, best sellers, the excellent selection of magazines and recorded books, etc. There are always seasonal and new books in the Children’s Room and something to create or color on the table for the younger patrons. Still Collecting The Friends of Cossitt Library request don […]
The Granby Camera Club will meet on Monday, Feb. 2 at 7 p.m. at the Granby Senior Center. Prasad Menon will present a program on Flash Photography. The Scavenger Hunt words for the meeting are color harmony, curvature and favorite picture. These photographs must have been taken after the January meeting. To learn more about the club visit www.GranbyCameraClub.com. […]
In Memory Of ….. Kolding, Harold H., 57, husband of Betty (Gregory) Kolding, November 15 Wagner, Robert W., 73, husband of Shirley (Hansen) Wagner, November 16 Spiller, Michael Sean, 48, November 18 McKelvey, Joan R. (Riley), wife of the late Vincent T. McKelvey, November 25 Laudati, Allison Faye (Matheson), wife of John L. Laudati, November 28 Stark, Lois M. (Meyer), 80, wife of the late Jacob F. Stark, November 29 Powers, Rita (Fogarty) Pierce, 68, wife of James T. Powers, De […]
Edna Zimmer In Memory of… Edna Zimmer died peacefully on January 8 at the age of 96 at The Mountain View Center, in Rutland, Vt. She was the loving mother of Joan Gallant, Prince Edward Island, Canada; Judy Kennedy, Wallingford, Vt.; and William Zimmer, North Granby, and will be fondly remembered by 12 grandchildren: Kim Gallant, Tim Gallant, Jody Williams, Jeremy Gallant and Krista McNeill of PEI; Janet Farmer, Bob Kennedy and Mike Kennedy of Vermont; Scott Kennedy, New York; Ke […]
The Hive is humming: GranBee is set for March 13 By Mary Munsell Although most of us are bundled up against old Man Winter, Mother Nature is planning on signs of spring as the Granby Education Foundation plans its twelfth annual trivia contest, the GranBee. A buzz of activity can be heard from GEF’s question committee as they hunt down topics both fantastic and germane that will be used to craft questions for GranBee teams. These teams of three will be challenged with such questions by […]
Source: farmersalmanac.com By nature writer Verlyn Klinkenborg “After months of profound hibernation, drugged by the body fat of summer and early fall, a groundhog sometimes, on a mild winter day, pokes its head out of its burrow. What it thinks, no one knows, but it always makes the right decision: it goes back to bed.” […]
CTVV host Susan Regan and Estelle Kafer, Jewish Historical Society of Greater Hartford executive director at the society’s office in West Hartford. CTVV: Jewish Historical Society seeks to expand visibility The Jewish Historical Society is a well-established and firmly entrenched organization in the West Hartford community with a current membership of approximately 500 people with the majority comprised of family participants. Susan Regan, host of CT Valley Views interviewed Estell […]
CPA Society Evan Kalish CPA society recognizes Granby resident The Connecticut Society of CPAs (CTCPA) has announced its 2014 New and Young Professionals to Watch, a select group of three people, aged 35 and younger, who have set themselves apart as emerging leaders in the accounting profession. Following a call for nominations in the fall, a panel of accounting professionals selected these go-getters based on professional or workplace contributions, community service, and CTCPA involvement. […]
Simanski named Assistant Republican Leader Bill Simanski recently began his third two-year term representing the 62nd General Assembly District that includes Barkhamsted, Granby, Hartland and New Hartford. Connecticut House Republicans assigned Simanski to four legislative committees. He was also named Assistant Republican Leader by House Minority Leader Themis Klarides. Simanski will serve as the ranking member of the legislature’s Banks Committee. This committee deals with issues […]
Five-Year School Budget Plan Unveiled By Kim Becker Superintendent Dr. Alan Addley submitted his five-year budget plan to the board of education this month. For fiscal year 2016, the administration is seeking an overall budget increase of 3.5 percent. This reflects negotiated salary increases and benefits for teachers, administrators and other staff members. According to the Granby Education Association, Granby ranked third from the bottom for teachers’ salaries in Hartford County […]
