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Town/Govt

CHALLENGES EXIST AS BUDGET PROCESS BEGINS

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By Shirley MurthaThe annual Three Board Meeting took place on January 23, 2017, following a review by Blum Shapiro CPA Nikoleta McTigue of the three annual Town of Granby financial reports: the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the State Single Audit Report, and the Federal Single Audit Report. Each covers the fiscal year from July 1 to June 30. McTigue noted that all was in order and that the town, as always, was cooperative and helpful in allowing her access to the necessary materials.Fir […]

The Arts

THEY CALLED HER RECKLESS–A STORY OF ONE EXTRAORDINARY HORSE

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By Eileen LonghiDo you enjoy books about horses? Would you like to learn more about the Korean War, often referred to as the “forgotten war?” A special horse and the war come together at the Lunch for the Mind March program. The Civic Engagement Education Team welcomes author Janet Barrett’s discussion of the fascinating story: They Called Her Reckless: A True Story of War, Love and One Extraordinary Horse at the Granby Senior Center on Wednesday, March 15, at 12:30 p.m.The sto […]

People

MAPLE SUGARING

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By John R. NiebThe unusual weather of the winter of 2016 to 2017 has affected the trees in the Granby area and the sap that determines boiling season for maple syrup.“Even though we’ve had a few days up and down the temperature scale, trees here in New England are and will remain dormant for the winter season,” said Doug Max, owner of Maximum Tree Service LLC.Buds that are formed prior to the summer remain protected under bud scales until the next growing season. There is a sci […]

School & Sports

LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS TO SUPPORT GMHS CLASS OF 2017!

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By Thérèse MulveyVolunteers are needed for this year’s Safe Grad Night for the Granby Memorial High School class of 2017. It is an amazing event that is held at the Granby YMCA and offers a cost-free, fun-filled, substance-free evening for seniors the night of graduation. As June draws nearer volunteers help with planning, fundraising, food, room set up, decorations and chaperoning.This 31-year-old event has been a well-loved Granby Memorial High School tradition but it takes […]

People

LONGTIME LOCAL VETERINARIAN EASING HIS WAY INTO RETIREMENT

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By Shirley MurthaAfter 48 years with the Salmon Brook Veterinary Hospital, Dr. P. Morey Miller decided that the last day of 2016 would be the last day of his fulltime employment. As is typical of things in the veterinary world, it didn’t happen as quietly as he had planned. In the late afternoon of Dec. 31, as he patiently waited out the last few hours on call in the Small Animal Office, in came a dog with gastric torsion (bloat) requiring immediate life-saving surgery. The operation succe […]

School & Sports

2017-2018 KELLY LANE PRIMARY SCHOOL KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

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2017-2018 Kelly Lane Primary School Kindergarten RegistrationKindergarten registration will be held at Kelly Lane Primary School, 60 Kelly Lane, on Monday, March 20 anytime between 5-7 p.m.Children who will be 5 years of age on or before Jan. 1, 2018, must be registered for the 2017-2018 school year. Parents choosing not to enroll their eligible child for kindergarten must complete an option form exempting their child from school attendance. Children do not have to be present for registration.Al […]

People

JOIN THE LAFD CADET PROGRAM

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Join the LAFD Cadet programBy Tim RickisDo you like helping your community? Have you always wanted to ride in a fire truck and help put out a fire? Want the opportunity to make new friends within the town and the fire department?What is a Cadet?As members of the LAFD Cadet’s program, youths train and serve alongside members of the department. Cadets will be trained to assist the firefighters with various support activities. Additionally, the cadets will be trained in actual firefighting sk […]

Events

IN TOWN FOCUS

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Women’s BreakfastFun with Painted Faces is the topic for the next women’s breakfast on March 1. Breakfast is $3. Call Corinne Dickerson at 860-653-9891 to reserve your spot.YMCA’sBike For The BattleHelp cancer survivors fight the fight by joining the Bike for the Battle at the Farmington Valley YMCA on Saturday, March 25, 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Visit the Y’s Member Services at 97 Salmon Brook Street for participation information or call 860-653-5524 to register. Are […]

Fun & Rec

HOLCOMB FARM HOST SNOWSHOE HIKE

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Forty-five people of all ages (and some canines) showed up at Holcomb Farm on picture-perfect February 19 for a snowshoe hike. The group trekked the Farm’s east trails to where they intersect with McLean Game Refuge and Granby Land Trust property. Leaders Jack Lareau and Eric Lukingbeal provided some interesting information along the way. Check in with holcombfarm.org for upcoming events.  Photo by Shirley Murtha […]

Fun & Rec

HIGH SCHOOL REPORT FROM ONE SPORT SEASON TO THE NEXT

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By Tim NolanThe fall sports season was historic for some Granby athletes. Boys soccer won the NCCC regular season title outright for the first time since 2001. This included beating soccer power Suffield High School for the first time in multiple years. Baylor University commit Marieke Van Der Mark was named a third team All-American for her fall success leading the volleyball team to an NCCC title of its own. Under the guidance of Coach Dennis Lobo, who celebrated his 50th year as a cross-count […]

Town/Govt

Granby’s ballot for November 2018 state election

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Governor and Lieutenant Governor; 

Vote for 1 1/9/2019–1/4/2023

Ned Lamont and Susan Bysiewicz, Democratic Party

Bob Stefanowski and Joe Markley, Republican Party

Ned Lamont and Susan Bysiewicz, 

  Working Families Party

Bob Stefanowski and Joe Markley, Independent Party

Rod Hanscomb and Jeffrey Thibeault, Libertarian Party

Mark Stewart Greenstein and Michelle D Ambrosio, 

  Amigo Constitution Liberty Party

Oz Griebel and Monte E Frank Griebel Frank for CT Party

United States Senator; 

Vote for 1  1/3/2019–1/3/2025

Christopher S Murphy, Democratic Party

Matthew Corey, Republican Party

Christopher S Murphy, Working Families Party

Richard Lion, Libertarian Party

Jeff Russell, Green Party

Representative in Congress 01; 

Vote for 1 1/3/2019–1/3/2021

John B Larson Democratic Party

Jennifer T Nye, Republican Party

John B Larson, Working Families Party

Thomas McCormick, Green Party

District 1 State Senator 07; 

Vote for 1 1/9/2019–1/6/2021

Annie Hornish, Democratic Party

John A Kissel, Republican Party

Annie Hornish, Working Families Party

John A Kissel, Independent Party

District 2 State Senator 08; 

Vote for 1 1/9/2019–1/4/2021

Melissa E Osborne, Democratic Party

Kevin Witkos, Republican Party

Kevin Witkos, Independent Party

State Representative 62; 

Vote for 1 1/9/2019–1/4/2021

Amanda Webster, Democratic Party

Bill Simanski, Republican Party

Amanda Webster, Working Families Party

Bill Simanski, Independent Party

Secretary of the State;  

Vote for 1 1/9/2019–1/4/2023

Denise W Merrill, Democratic Party

Susan Chapman, Republican Party

Denise W Merrill, Working Families Party

Susan Chapman, Independent Party

Heather Gwynn, Libertarian Party

S Michael DeRosa, Green Party

Treasurer; 

Vote for 1 1/9/2019–1/4/2023

Shawn Wooden, Democratic Party

Thad Gray, Republican Party

Shawn Wooden, Working Families Party

Thad Gray, Independent Party

Jesse Brohinsky, Libertarian Party

Comptroller;  

Vote for 1 1/9/2019–1/4/2023

Kevin Lembo; Democratic Party

Kurt Miller; Republican Party

Kevin Lembo; Working Families Party

Kurt Miller, Independent Party

Paul Passarelli, Libertarian Party

Edward G Heflin, Green Party

Attorney General;  

Vote for 1 1/9/2019–1/4/2023

William Tong, Democratic Party

Sue Hatfield, Republican Party

William Tong, Working Families Party

Sue Hatfield, Independent Party

Peter D Goselin, Green Party

Judge of Probate 09; 

Vote for 1 1/9/2019–1/4/2023

Charles Houlihan, Democratic Party 

2 Somerset Ln, Simsbury, CT-06070

Cynthia C Becker, Republican Party 

237 Hollister Dr, Avon, CT-06001

Two Statewide Ballot Questions: Vote Yes or No

Shall the Constitution of the State be amended to ensure (1) that all moneys contained in the Special Transportation Fund be used solely for transportation purposes, including the payment of debts of the state incurred for transportation purposes, and (2) that sources of funds deposited in the Special Transportation Fund be deposited in said fund so long as such sources are authorized by statute to be collected or received by the state? Shall the Constitution of the State be amended to require (1) a public hearing and the enactment of legislation limited in subject matter to the transfer, sale or disposition of state-owned or state-controlled real property or interests in real property in order for the General Assembly to require a state agency to sell, transfer or dispose of any real property or interest in real property that is under the custody or control of the agency, and (2) if such property is under the custody or control of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, that such enactment of legislation be passed by a two-thirds vote of the total membership of each house of the General Assembly? 

PTO Corner

Support PTO’s FUNdraising efforts

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The PTO Executive Board, as well as our committee chairs and members, are hard at work to make sure that the 2018-19 school year is full of fun, exciting programming and educational experiences for PreK–Grade 5 students and their families. We need your help to ensure our success.

School & Sports

BOS Student Liaison

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The Granby Board of Selectmen is taking applications for a 2018-2019 Student Liaison who will attend the regular meetings (first and third Mondays of the month) and report on happenings at the high school as well as get an education in the town government.

Events

Zombie Shuffle

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The Granby Youth Action Council is proud to announce its Zombie Shuffle for students in grades 3-5 and a parent/loved adult. The fun-filled event will feature games, costumes (if you want), food, music and dancing. It will take place Saturday, Oct.

Youth Services Bureau

Sex education program

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Parents are children’s primary teachers, but most often society is teaching our children about sexuality. Our Whole Lives (OWL) is an antidote to sexualized media messages, peer pressure, misinformation and prejudice.

Out of Town

Flu Clinic offered

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McLean Home Care and Hospice is offering a flu shot clinic on Oct. 17 from 2:30-5:30 p.m. at the McLean Burkholder Community Center, 100 Sarah Lane, Simsbury.