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People

Ear scratches are the best!

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Ear scratches are the best!
Nicki Cox and Paw enjoy a visit at Angel Horses on Open Farm Day on Sept. 17, 2022.

Town/Govt

Candidates to Debate for the 62nd

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In honor of National Voter Registration Day, incumbent Republican House Rep. Mark Anderson and Democratic challenger Kim Becker will debate the issues affecting the 62nd District.

Town/Govt

Making progress with the Strategic Plan

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The Board of Selectmen has gone to great lengths to ensure that all residents have had their say about the Strategic Plan that will eventually enumerate the values most important to the community to improve life in our town.

People

Drought conditions warrant continued water conservation

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Connecticut has experienced lower than normal rainfall, with rain amounts totaling an estimated one inch, compared to four inches of rain which would typically fall in this time period. Lower rainfall, combined with high water demand, has led the State of Connecticut’s lnteragency Drought Working Group to declare that all eight counties in the state are experiencing Stage 2 drought conditions. 

School & Sports

BOS approves use of ARPA funds

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At its Aug. 15 meeting, the Granby Board of Selectmen approved the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for ventilation improvements at Wells Road School and ventilation and air conditioning at Granby Memorial High School.

People

Where there’s a need, there’s a Lion

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When Sandy Flagg, director of Waste Not Want Not Community Kitchen, discovered that one of its commercial freezers had died, Flagg’s first thought was to contact the Granby Lions.

School & Sports

Lions Club scholarship deadline is May 1

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Granby Lions Club Scholarship applications for Granby resident high school seniors attending Granby Memorial High School or any other accredited high school, must be completed and returned to Julie Caruso, guidance department, GMHS, by May 1. Scholarships will be awarded to high school students planning to further their education by attending a college, university, technical or trade school.

School & Sports

CSAG scholarship deadline is May 1

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Community Scholarship Association of Granby (CSAG) offers annual scholarships to graduating Granby Memorial High School seniors. Applicants must be Granby residents who are soon-to-be high school graduates accepted at an institution of higher learning approved by the selection committee.

Uncategorized

Cookies galore!

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Continuing their seven-year tradition, members of the Granby Senior Center’s Civic Engagement Team baked enough cookies so that each Granby Memorial High School senior received a selection.

School & Sports

Abigail Phelps essay contest winners named

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Families, teachers and members of the Abigail Phelps chapter of DAR gathered on March 8 to recognize winners of the American History essay contest. The essay topic was in honor of the 400th anniversary of the voyage of the Mayflower and the founding of the Plymouth Colony. 

Students in grade 5–8 were to imagine being one of the passengers on the Mayflower.

Out of Town

Dementia Support Group

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Do you know someone who is living with Alzheimer’s, dementia or other memory impairment? Join us to connect with others who understand the challenges you face in a safe, supportive and engaging environment.

Town/Govt

Public Works

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Household Hazardous Waste: Granby will again partner with local towns to host hazardous waste collections. The first collection will be Saturday, April 25, 8 a.m.–1 p.m. at 10 Monteith Drive, Farmington.

Events

In Town Focus

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The following events were being planned when the Drummer went to press. However, closures and cancellations may have occurred since that time. Please check organization websites or call contact numbers for updated information.

Fun & Rec

Holcomb Tree Trail

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The Friends of Holcomb Farm invites everyone to visit a new project: the Holcomb Tree Trail at Holcomb Farm. This project is fully funded through the financial support of grants from the Hartford Foundation from Public Giving and some very generous individuals.

People

Volunteering at Salmon Brook Historical Society

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When she was asked to take some photos for a magazine article about the Salmon Brook Historical Society, Shirley Murtha knew the best time to do that is on a Thursday morning when many volunteers are present and busy working at their various specialties.