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Both major parties will choose their local delegates at town committee caucuses and meetings throughout the state during the last week of March. These local delegates attend numerous state and district conventions where party nominees are chosen during May.
Representative John Larson supports current public-funding levels for cultivated-meat research.
Thanks to a friend I received the article in your February edition about cutting ice years ago. It referred to an article by Carol Laun where she interviewed Leon L. Gilbert about that.
Granby Memorial High School Performing Arts presents the fun-loving musical Damn Yankees on Friday, March 11 and Saturday, March 12 at 7 p.m. and on Sunday, March 13 at 2 p.m. in the GMHS Auditorium.
People often think healthy living is eating the right food, getting plenty of exercise and sleep. Some depend upon alcohol, tobacco, or “comfort food”—which don’t really help a body resist the stresses and strains, and in fact can contribute to issues like heart disease and digestive disorders. However, there are better supports, some even in your own back yard.
To enrolled members of the Democratic Party of the Town of Granby.
Pursuant to the Rules of the Democratic Party and State election laws, you are hereby notified that a caucus will be held on March 28, 2022 at 6 p.m. at the Granby Senior Center to endorse delegates to the State Conventions in May.
Membership in the Salmon Brook Historical Society offers many benefits including free tours, newsletters, annual dinner in April, Christmas house tour and wassail party in December and the opportunity to learn about and help preserve Granby history.
Highlights from the meetings held on January 5th and January 19th, 2022
Erin Kulcsar, of Granby, was named to Quinnipiac University’s dean’s list for the fall semester.
Includes regular meetings of the Board of Selectmen and Board of Finance
I think of you especially, today, as I see the red geraniums and small American flags on the graves in the cemetery. Later, there’ll be a parade in your honor and for all who so bravely gave their lives for our country.
I have been so excited with my students’ progress and I’ve been wanting a chance to let them shine. When Michelle Neidermeyer approached me about doing a show at Lost Acres Vineyard I thought, “What a perfect fit and perfect venue for this to happen.”
The monarch butterfly is in trouble. As one of the most recognizable butterfly species in North America, it has become the poster child for many other species whose numbers are declining.
Spring is here and in the large animal veterinary world, that means babies. It is an exciting time of year that also brings some challenges.
Pinkney, William III, 94, husband of the late Lois (Mason) Pinkney, March 15
The National Wildlife Federation (NWF), America’s largest wildlife conservation and education organization, is pleased that Faith Tyldsley in Granby has successfully created a Certified Wildlife Habitat through its Garden for Wildlife Program.
Please visit granby-ct.gov/senior-services or check your Center Life Newsletter for a complete listing of health services, support groups, clubs and ongoing activities.
To register for any program call 860-844-5275, email gplibrary@granby-ct.gov or register on the website, granby-ct.gov/library.
On April 3, 93 high school seniors filled out voter registration applications during a special voter registration session at Granby Memorial High School. Town Chairmen Chris Chinni and Mark Neumann explained the importance of voting, and the registrars answered questions about voting both locally and while away at college.
Since I’ve become a farmer, I’ve learned so much about our food system. It has drastically changed the way our family eats.
I moved to Granby from Milford when I was in first grade, so Granby has truly been my hometown. I have two college-age brothers and am the youngest in the family.
Have you ever had breakfast for dinner? I used to love it when my mom would make breakfast items for dinner, I still enjoy it as an adult.
Waste Not Want Not celebrated its tenth anniversary at the Hungry Hearts Fundraiser on March 23. Saint Therese Parish Hall was transformed with this year’s Enchanted Garden theme, with gnomes, fairies, mushrooms, and lush green and flowering plants everywhere.
There were no more letters from Harris Holcomb, the sailor. His ship returned to New Bedford in April 1854, and although he may have returned home to see his family, he did not stay in West Granby.
Depression. While we may be getting better at talking about it, it remains a challenge to treat successfully.
Ryan Antkowiak was named to the All State Hockey Second team for the 2018-19 season. Ryan, a senior at GMHS, was a four-year varsity defenseman playing for the Suffield/Granby/Windsor Locks high school hockey co-op.
The Friends of Granby Public Library (FOGPL) will begin to accept donations on June 1. In the meantime, please start to set aside any donations for the big annual book sale event that will be held Sept.
The Friends of Holcomb Farm will hold its Annual Member Meeting and Pie Baking Contest on June 9, at the CSA Barn and Farm Store, 111 Simsbury Road.
Much is on the line for Connecticut with the ‘20/’21 budget looming in July. There is hope that bi-partisan agreement in concert with Governor Ned Lamont will restore the state’s fiscal health.
