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The second in the series of introducing the five new members of the Friends of Holcomb Farm Board of Directors.
One of the most exciting themes of the 2025 farm season was our decision to rest a significant number of fields by taking them out of vegetable production and keeping them cover-cropped. Cover cropping is a crucial investment for the overall health of the farm.
The Granby Fire Marshal’s office and Lost Acres Fire Department are working in coordination with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to raise awareness about the risks associated with lithium-ion batteries and ways to minimize the dangers.
Someone who grew up in Connecticut in the last 60 years might assume fife and drum corps are a type of marching band found at parades and civic celebrations throughout the U.S., but they would be mistaken. Although fife and drum corps are sprinkled across the nation, Connecticut remains the center of the “ancient” style of fifing and drumming with wooden fifes and rope-tension drums.
In March 2024, Nicole Muller reported on the success of the Drummer’s very first fundraiser in her article, Puzzle Slam Dunk! That article went on to win an Honorable Mention in the Feature Story category from the Connecticut Press Club.
Valley Student Theatre (VST), is launching new fundraising efforts. One event is a Large Item Bingo Night, taking place on Saturday, Feb. 28, 6 to 10 p.m. at American Legion Post 80 in Enfield. Doors open at 6 p.m., with bingo games beginning promptly at 7 p.m.
Visit GranbyRec.com for more information and to register for all programs
The Granby Wildflower Meadow reached two major milestones this past year that will transform how the community interacts with one of the town’s newest natural gems.
In the last two months I had to find a new doctor. The physician I had been seeing moved his practice from Avon to New Britain. I made the drive once, but realized it was too far to travel for routine care.
The Salmon Brook Historical Society is seeking a volunteer curator to help preserve and share Granby’s rich history. Established in 1945, the society is an all-volunteer, membership-based, nonprofit organization located at 208 Salmon Brook Street.
Highlights from the meetings held on April 2nd and May 21st, 2025
Farmington Valley residents have a great, free resource for durable medical equipment (DME) in the Granby DME Closet. Residents of the Farmington Valley can borrow wheelchairs, walkers, commodes and more, free of charge.
Granby Memorial High School athletes had an amazing year, both on and off the field. Led by our incredible student-athletes and a supportive community, GMHS Bears have continued to be strong contenders across all CIAC state athletic divisions.
Another school year has come to an end. As we move forward into the summer months, I want to express my gratitude to our educational staff and community for making Granby a wonderful place to live and raise kids.
There were 13 student-athletes from Granby Memorial High School who received All-Conference and/or All-State recognition for their outstanding performances during the 2025 spring season.
Granby students Marcus Ivanynyuk and Emma Pagliaro recently participated in Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) training at Springfield College. Seventy-five students throughout Northern Connecticut and western Massachusetts attended.
Quaren Joyce (left) received $1,000 from the Sylvia Davis Patricelli Foundation, an annual presentation to a student in the visual arts department at CREC Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts.
The Simsbury-Granby Rotary Club recently awarded $24,000 in college and vocational school scholarships to deserving Granby and Simsbury high school graduates.
The Granby Lions awarded three scholarships at the June 3 Granby Memorial High School Senior Awards Night.
The Granby Memorial High School dramatic arts program closed out its 2024–25 season with a standing ovation, earning an impressive 15 nominations and two wins at the prestigious Connecticut Halo Awards.
Each year, the Granby Men’s Golf League (GMGL) awards scholarships to Granby high school seniors who are student-athletes or who intend to pursue a career in an athletics-related field.
Nestled into the ground floor of Granby’s historic F.H. Cossitt Library is a makerspace built for the community. From laser cutting and 3D printing to a digitization station, this open workspace features a variety of high-tech equipment to bring creative ideas to life.
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.
Glenna Ann Hadden (Banta), born April 10, 1933, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the age of 92 after a short illness.
Glorious summer days,
sunshine all around.
Beautiful summer nights,
fireworks abound.
With summer in high gear, the YMCA of Greater Hartford’s Phones Down, Eyes Up campaign reminds parents to stay vigilant when children are near or in water. Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death for children.
On June 3, as part of Connecticut Trails Day Weekend, the Granby Land Trust hosted Michael Wojtech, author of Bark: A Field Guide to Trees of the Northeast, for a guided walk on the GLT’s Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve in North Granby.
Municipal Election, Party Nomination Meetings in July, Poll worker Information Meeting, and Voter Registration
The Granby Land Trust (GLT) is excited to announce that its new Emery/Hart Trail to the Crag Mountain Lookout is now open. This is an incredible addition to the Seth and Lucy Holcombe Preserve trail system, with spectacular views to the south, east and west.
The 2025 Granby Road Race on May 3 drew 334 runners and countless supporters for a spirited morning that celebrated fitness, community and giving back. Organized by the Farmington Valley YMCA and a dedicated team of volunteers, this beloved event continues to grow in impact and tradition, supporting the YMCA’s Annual Campaign to ensure that everyone has access to vital programs and services regardless of financial circumstance.