Recent Stories

History

Granby Doctors Part 2: medicine in the 18th and 19th centuries

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Last month I wrote about Granby’s more recent doctors, William Dwyer to Alfred Weed. They were modern doctors who had learned the principles of germ theory. They understood that microscopic organisms such as bacteria, viruses and fungi cause disease. However, that knowledge was relatively new. In the 18th and early 19th centuries, doctors saw medicine differently.

Fun & Rec

Plan a staycation!

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A blogger from Litchfield County, Karen Valenti, recently posted about 11 things to do on a day trip to Granby. It is such an interesting list that we are sharing it here.

School & Sports

GMHS students present new logo at BOE meeting

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A group of motivated high school students presented to the Granby Board of Education at their February 4 meeting, delivering an impressive presentation of Granby Memorial High School’s athletic logo. Their professionalism, creativity and pride in their school community were on full display as they shared the new design and the thoughtful process behind it.

Friends of Holcomb Farm

Mark Kennedy joins FOHF board

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Having had childhood jobs cleaning up after the cows and bringing in their hay on the award-winning Davis farm on North Granby Road, and weeding and harvesting vegetables at Hidden Acres on East Street, it is no surprise that when grown up and looking for places to volunteer, Mark Kennedy ended up at Holcomb Farm.

Friends of Holcomb Farm

CSA sales now open for 2026

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Imagine picking up a weekly share of just-harvested vegetables, grown right here in West Granby and bursting with flavor—all summer long and into the fall.
Holcomb Farm’s Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) and Pick-Your-Own (PYO) programs connect you directly to the land and the farmers who tend it—providing seasonal produce and supporting sustainable agriculture while strengthening local food access.

About Town

Volunteerism makes a difference!

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At the May 18 annual meeting of Holcomb Farm, I was asked to share a few thoughts with the many volunteers of the Friends of Holcomb Farm.

People

Quintessential Granby parade!

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The Granby Horse Council is an important part of every Granby parade. Here is Chris Anson carrying the American flag and Tracy Gagnon carrying the club flag. Andy Hartley walks in front.

Town/Govt

Broadleaf Solar update

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The Broadleaf Solar Project and its potential impact on Granby and its waterways is an ongoing concern to residents.

People

Lions induct four new members

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On June 17, the Granby Lions held its final meeting at the Lost Acres Vineyard before the sum-mer break and inducted four new members: Fred Jones, Timothy Kronk, Shannon Mungavin and Dan Segee.

Events

Granby America 250 Committee

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This event is a year away, but it’s not too soon to start planning for July 4, 2026. The Granby America 250 committee is planning a celebration on the 4th of July that will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Town/Govt

Town Hall Happenings

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The library’s Mystery and Mayhem 2025 Summer Reading Program is kicking off a summer of intrigue and fun! There are many programs for all ages this summer going along with the mystery theme. Stop by the library or visit the website to register and be eligible for prizes.

Town/Govt

Town of Granby Legal Notice

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Amendment to Ordinance
article 1, Chapter 156 – Taxation
Exemption for Elderly and Disabled Persons
[Adopted 11-16-1987]

Drumrolls

Maurice R. Gault

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Maurice R. Gault (Maury), 74, of Granby, Connecticut, passed away on Monday, May 19, 2025.

Correction

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Ben LaVigne will attend McGill University in Montreal, not Toronto as reported in the June issue.

Town/Govt

Town of Granby Meeting Calendar

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Check Town of Granby website or call Town Manager’s office to verify date,  time, location, and get information on how to participate on Zoom, if needed.

Town/Govt

Granby Food Bank

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We currently need: Jarred spaghetti sauce; Apple, cranberry, grape juices; Suddenly Salad mixes; Asstd cookies/crackers; Asstd cereals, regular & sweet; Mustard/ketchup/mayo Flour/bread crumbs; Dish soap/laundry soap

Opinion

Solar Project: Potential pollutants

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The Broadleaf Solar project proposed by the private equity firm the D. E. Shaw Group, plans to install solar panels on a majority of the 322 acres that the Shaw Group purchased from the Monrovia Nursery company.

Opinion

Good principles lead to good gun policy

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The June Drummer ran an opinion piece by Michael Fitzgerald questioning my legislative agenda, specifically HB 5717. Fitzgerald cited the Sandy Hook tragedy that led to Connecticut’s restrictive gun laws, and the recent Granby budget that funds a School Resource Officer (SRO).