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GMHS Class of 64 Reunion

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50th class reunion By Sue Lanigan The Class of 1964, Granby Memorial High School, held its 50th reunion on Oct. 18 at the Lodge at Salmon Brook Park. Forty-three people, including 23 classmates, attended from states as far away as Texas, Kentucky and Florida. All four class officers were present, including Dorcus Seaton Forsyth, president, Bob Walker, vice president, Nancy Huntington Moore-Fuss, treasurer and Holly Holcomb Condon, secretary. Guests included coach Ken King and Carolyn Flint, […]

School & Sports

GMHS Class of 64 Reunion

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50th class reunion By Sue Lanigan The Class of 1964, Granby Memorial High School, held its 50th reunion on Oct. 18 at the Lodge at Salmon Brook Park. Forty-three people, including 23 classmates, attended from states as far away as Texas, Kentucky and Florida. All four class officers were present, including Dorcus Seaton Forsyth, president, Bob Walker, vice president, Nancy Huntington Moore-Fuss, treasurer and Holly Holcomb Condon, secretary. Guests included coach Ken King and Carolyn Flint, […]

Fun & Rec

Almost Full Moon Hike…

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Granby Land Trust’s “Almost Full Moon Hike” was almost sold out! On Nov. 8, Dave and Jenny Emery hosted the Granby Land Trust’s annual “Almost Full Moon Hike” on their beautiful property in North Granby. This event has grown more popular each year and this year it set attendance records when more than 40 people of all ages attended. The weather cooperated nicely. The night was cool, the skies were clear,  and the view from the top of Crag Mountain was […]

The Arts

Granby Artists Association Art Sale

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Granby artists display work for gift-giving It’s now the seventh year at Holcomb Farm for the Granby Artists Association Holiday Gift Show and it’s truly a “buy local” destination. Nine of the Association’s talented members will have a wonderful array of distinctive items including paintings, prints, pottery, calligraphic art, jewelry, cartoons and note cards. Tracy Marlor’s note cards will have the same themes as her children’s book, Jack&rsqu […]

School & Sports

BOE Foley Resigns

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Foley resigns: Superintendent discusses settlement and future decisions By Kim Becker Dr. Mark Foley, former principal of the Granby Memorial Middle School, resigned earlier this month after allegations in the Hartford Courant 0n 0amed him as a part owner of a film company that produced several “slasher” films. After almost two months of investigation and negotiation with Foley, a separation agreement was reached between Foley and the District. Dr. Alan Addley, Superintendent of […]

School & Sports

Granby Middle School Principal Update

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The public statement below from Granby Public Schools, brings to closure the matter pertaining to Dr. Mark Foley, the Granby Memorial Middle School Principal:The Granby Board of Education has accepted the resignation of Dr. Mark Foley from his position as Principal of Granby Memorial Middle School.  Dr. Foley has served successfully as Middle School Principal since July 2013; however, Dr. Foley acknowledges the distraction caused by the recent publicity concerning his involvement in Moongoy […]

Events

FAVARH Charity Event

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Favarh 8th Annual Charity Event to Feature Canadian Band All Access Tickets are selling fast to Favarh’s 8th Annual Fall Fundraiser, “Extravaganza”, featuring, All Access, a popular Canadian show band. Rarely performing in the U.S. its non-stop, all dance repertoire, with costume changes to enhance hits from Chubby Checker and Elvis Presley, to music of today including songs from Michael Jackson, Robin Thicke, Lady Gaga and more. In addition to the electrifying performance […]

School & Sports

Healthy Foods Week

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Healthy Foods Week comes to Granby Public Schools By John R. Nieb Choosing healthy foods was a focus of Granby Public Schools during the week of Oct. 20-24. Healthy Foods Week is a national campaign in which people across America celebrate, eat real food, and strive for better food policies in honor of National Food Day, which is Oct. 24. The Wellness Committee, which consists of a group of teachers, parents, community members and students, sponsored the events for Healthy Foods Week. The […]

The Arts

MeadowBrook Hosts Exhibit

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MeadowBrook hosts Norman Rockwell exhibit By Debra Mullins In the 1950s and 1960s, the Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company of Springfield commissioned illustrator Norman Rockwell to create scenes depicting aspects of American family life for its national advertising campaign. These beautiful images appeared in such leading publications as the Saturday Evening Post, Time and Newsweek along with text that inspired readers to consider purchasing life insurance. Many of Rockwell’ […]

Town/Govt

Lost Acres FD Promotes Officers

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LAFD promotes 4 officers By Tim Weber On September 24, the Lost Acres Fire Department held a formal pinning ceremony to celebrate the promotion of four officers. Jason Cooke and Sean Yucha were promoted to the rank of captain. Erik Davis and Paul Cote were promoted to the rank of lieutenant. Chief John Horr, Jr. presided over the ceremony.  He thanked everyone for attending and the LAFD Women’s Auxiliary for the refreshments they provided. Chief Horr introduced each officer and p […]

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