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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.

Board of Ed Updates

How Granby schools deal with bullying

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The board of education often hears about issues regarding conflicts between students, or bullying. It’s important that we all understand the definition of bullying as adopted by the state legislature.

Events

Bottle, can drive supports DECA club

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DECA is a business club at Granby Memorial High School that stands for Distributive Education Clubs of America. However, at GMHS, it now stands for Donate Empty Cans and bottles Always.

Events

Granby Artists’ holiday gift show

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The Granby Artists Association (GAA) will host its annual holiday gift show at Pilgrim Covenant Church, 605 Salmon Brook Street, for one day only—Saturday, Dec. 7. Shop for original works of art created by your favorite local artists. Bring a friend and discover the talents of your neighbors.

Out of Town

Out of Town

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Connecticut Rose Ball benefits Cystic Fibrosis, “Good Trouble” at the Fern Street Play Festival, Christmas Craft Fair, FV Chorale presents concert, Four chambers host expo, The History of Myrtle Mills Factory Store, and Artificial Intelligence and the future of medicine

Great Outdoors

How the loss of insect populations affects bird life

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This past month, Oct. 12 to be exact, was World Migratory Bird Day. Although it will be well past peak migration by the time you read this, there surely will still be some stragglers and maybe even some murmuration along the Connecticut River. Established in 2006 by the Smithsonian Institution, this day was developed to bring attention to the fact that many migratory bird populations were declining at an alarming rate.

Great Outdoors

Embrace coziness with this apple cake

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Colors are muted and a chill wind announces the imminent return of winter. Yet there is beauty in November as the lay of the land opens up, and features you may have passed by in summer are now revealed.

Events

Celebrate the Valley brings communities together

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From Sept. 19 to 21, Celebrate the Valley weekend transformed the local area into a vibrant hub of community spirit and entertainment. Featuring a wide array of local businesses, crafters, restaurants and musicians, the event offered something for everyone.

People

A Childhood Memory in Honor of Veterans Day

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Whenever I see our flag flying so majestically in the sky, I feel a deep connection to all it stands for. When it is at half-staff, I feel sorrow for all who have lost their lives in service to our country.

Town/Govt

Fall fire safety advice

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On Nov. 3 daylight savings time will end, and we will set our clocks back one hour. During this time of year, it is a good reminder to replace the batteries in our smoke alarms—change your clock / change your batteries.

Great Outdoors

The Goats of Granby: Goats as pets

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In September, the first article in this series stated, “Some consider the goat to be ‘the new dog.’ A goat’s potential to be a delightful pet will be explored later.” Be assured that no competition between goats and dogs is suggested or implied: only an opening of one’s mind to a variation, a novel outlook on what can be a “pet.”

Fun & Rec

Parks & Recreation

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Please visit GranbyRec.com for details and to register for all the programs presented by the Parks and Rec department.

Fun & Rec

Meet me at the Center — November 2024

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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.

Town/Govt

Voter Information

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Be prepared for November 5th: One Polling Site, Voter ID, State of Connecticut Ballot Question, and Sample Ballots