Recent Stories

Seniors Job Bank fills positions—for itself

The Seniors Job Bank, a nonprofit community resource that connects men and women over 50 looking for work with businesses, households and other employers in need of workers, has named Linda Guzzo, Ed.D, R.D. its Executive Director.

Westfield Bank among most charitable

The Boston Business Journal has named Westfield Bank an honoree of the 2022 Corporate Citizenship Award, a recognition of the region’s top corporate charitable contributors.

Friends of Holcomb Farm

In June, the Friends hosted a special celebration in honor of our Fresh Access program. A family-friendly event at the farm, with Sunday Brunch catered by Clark Farms, drew a sold-out 125+ people to enjoy the iconic setting.

Celebrating the success

On a lovely—if too dry—August morning, members of the Friends of Holcomb Farm gathered in the fields east of Simsbury Road, overlooking the farmland, to celebrate the successes of the past year and share plans for the future.

Progress is Possible

Over the last century and more, we humans imported plants that do great harm to the natural balance of plants and animals—and to ourselves. Invasive species, plants and animals, are considered one of the prime causes for species extinction because of their ability to out-compete and displace native species.

Camera Club takes stock of its past; plans for its future

In 1994, Bob Orr and Harry Fischer (the manager of Granby’s camera store at the time) decided that a camera club for people who shared a passion for photography—learning about it, creating their own style, and just plain enjoying the beauty of it—would be a good addition to the town’s social and artistic organizations.

Social distancing and Al-Anon meetings

Alcoholism affects as many as one in four people who live in our community. Al-Anon is a free program for friends and families of alcoholics who suffer from the impact of a loved one’s drinking.

Portrait of a Gilfeather

In 5th grade we had to learn each state’s capital and official nickname. We didn’t know that beyond Juneau, Alaska, (The Last Frontier) and Baton Rouge, Louisiana (the Pelican State), there existed all manner of state symbols and icons.

Public Works

Trash Holiday: Monday, May 25, Memorial Day is a holiday for Paine’s. All trash pickups will be delayed by one day the week after the holiday.

Gran-bee canceled

In light of the unprecedented events surrounding the Coronovirus (COVID-19) outbreak, and the recent guidance from the Centers for Disease Control that recommends cancellation or postponement of large public events, the Granby Education Foundation has made the difficult decision to cancel the Annual Gran-bee Trivia Contest scheduled for April 24.

GRANBY BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES MARCH 2, 2020

Conservation Commission member Kent McCord, 135 Hungary Road, addressed the board with information on the Explore Granby Scavenger Hunt. This an event where residents hike to specific landmarks, take selfie photos at each of the five locations and submit the photos to the Conservation Commission after all locations have been visited.

Drumrolls – April 2020

Kyle Keir graduated in May 2019 from Tulane University with a B.S. in management with double majors in finance and management and certificates in energy and entrepreneurial management specializations.

50th anniversary coverage

The Drummer continues to impress me with the town information it brings to readers. I read the beginning of your 50 year coverage of town events, budgets and economic information and will read the rest.

SBP Park House great for gatherings

The Gathering Room is a great place to get everyone together.  Granby Recreation and Leisure Services is not just for youth sports. In the last year, we have rented the Gathering Room at Salmon Brook Park for two graduation parties and a birthday party.

Granby Food Bank

Please Note: although Food Bank is closed until further notice we have a system to provide goods for “urgent needs” so donations are still needed.