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Beginning a new year at GMHS

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As the temperatures gradually dropped and hinted at the pending arrival of a welcomed New England autumn, another new season arrived as well: the 2022-23 school year.

History

The Granby Fairgrounds

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September is the time of year when the small-town fairs begin around Connecticut. For the early 20th century resident, the Granby Fair was the biggest thrill of the year.

Events

What’s new about pandemics? Answer: Nothing!

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Speaking at the Granby Men’s Breakfast in September, Granby’s own Dr. Peter Barwick, MD, reviewed the history of pandemics, the progression of science and of medicine, the important role of several “unknown (think unrecognized) individuals” and the role of the electron microscope.

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?

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.

CT Valley Views

CTVV interviews David Lehman

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Critical to the administrative infrastructure of Connecticut, the Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) oversees a wide range of programs promoting business retention and recruitment, Brownfield redevelopment, the arts, historic preservation and tourism.

Town/Govt

Used books for sale at library

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A large selection of books are available for sale on the Friends of Granby Public Library (FOGPL) Used Book Sale table and book carts. The selection varies from month to month.

Fun & Rec

East Granby Public Library and Land Trust Unveil New Story Trail

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East Granby has opened its first story trail at the East Granby Land Trust’s Ian Clark Preserve. Family hikers are welcome to explore the half-mile loop and enjoy the story, When Grandma Gives You A Lemon Tree, by Suffield author, Jamie L. B. Deenihan and illustrated by Lorraine Rocha.

People

Riek-Dauerbach wedding announced

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Kerry Anne Riek, operations manager at ECRI, and Christopher Kenneth Dauerbach, a landscape architect at Derstine Landscaping Design and Build, were married on May 24, in Pennsylvania.

People

McLean expands its Independent Living Community

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The McLean Life Plan Community has moved forward with plans to construct a residential building adjacent to the current Burkholder building in the McLean Village, which overlooks beautiful Hop Meadow Country Club.

Town/Govt

Public Works

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Transfer Station hours: In addition to Saturdays, the transfer station will be open Wednesday 8 a.m. to noon through Nov. 18.

NOT WANTED

Not Wanted

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Over the past year, Not Wanted has identified some of Granby’s worst invasive plants, discussed control strategies, and described alternative plants. We could cover many more invasives—the state list includes almost 100.

Verse

Fall Thoughts

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Too soon the summer has left us —
In the gardens, the flowers have produced their seeds.

Town/Govt

Roundabout nearing completion

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Photographer Rob Flanigan captured this bird’s eye view of the new roundabout at East Street and 10/202 with his drone camera. The new intersection was designed to reduce speed and increase traffic capacity and efficiency, with less potential for accidents.

Town/Govt

GRANBY BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES

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At the June 1 meeting, multiple appointments were made to the Long-Term Recovery Committee. There were two open spots that were not filled at that time.

Letter to the Editor

Support for change comes in many forms

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The recent article headlined, Granby gathers in a show of support for Black Lives Matter, highlights the passion and determination of Granby residents to enact change not only in our town, but in our nation.

Letter to the Editor

Support for Democrat Candidates

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This November’s election comes at an intersection of unique and unprecedented events that give us the opportunity to not only vote our values but also our conscience and show who we truly are.