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Sunday, February 14, 2021
Saturday, February 17, 2024
Someday in February 2026 (Yet to Come)
As a new year begins, many people set goals to improve their health, such as losing weight or exercising more. Along with my own health goals, I am committed to improving the well-being of my community by offering education and support through a monthly plant-based community potluck.
Have you ever driven around a curve in the road and been surprised to find a horse and rider in the road?
To reduce the risk of mishaps arising from these situations, the Granby Horse Council teamed with the Granby Department of Public Works for safety.
On Dec. 15, First Selectman Mark Fiorentino presented retiring board of selectmen member Kelly Rome with a plaque honoring her many years of continuous service to the Town of Granby.
Granby Public Schools has received an excellent response to our strategic planning survey from students, parents, staff and community members. In addition, we held successful strategic planning feedback sessions, and we are now developing a district strategic plan guided by the words Connect. Believe. Achieve.
The Rotary Club of Simsbury-Granby presented a $1,500 donation to the Granby Food Bank on Dec. 11.
Two Wells Road Intermediate School students have been selected to represent the Town of Granby in the Connecticut 2026 Fire Prevention Poster Recognition Program. This year’s theme is “Fire Prevention—Everyone/Every day.”
The Connecticut Children’s Medical Center sponsored a fundraiser, “PJ Day” on Dec. 12, during which both cash and warm pajamas were donated. In conjunction with the medical center’s program, Wells Road Intermediate School also collected pajama donations for Beyond Bedtime, a program that gets warm PJs to children in need.
The Connecticut State Department of Education’s (CSDE) Greater Hartford Regional School Choice Office (RSCO) announced the online application to apply to free public schools in the Greater Hartford Region for the 2026-27 school year is available through Feb. 6.
Granby Memorial High School has new bleachers in the gymnasium, marking a milestone in the school’s ongoing efforts to improve campus infrastructure and enhance experiences for students, families and community members.
In the past few months, two generous and forward-thinking Granby families together donated 73 acres to the land trust—land that is contiguous with property already protected.
Enjoying the longer daylight hours and spending time outdoors is easy to do in our wonderful town. Read on for more information about activities in and around town.
At its Feb. 18 meeting, the Granby Board of Selectmen presented proclamations to two volunteer groups that recently provided services to the town.
Highlights from the meetings held on February 11th and March 11th, 2025
With winter winding down and spring upon us, the budget process is in full swing for fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026). An important aspect of the budget process is the General Fund—and how it does and does not work. We will look at the current 2025 fiscal year, at the budget for FY26, and we will consider the near-term years beyond.
While Granby students look forward to spring break, the town’s budget process is in full swing. Superintendent Cheri Burke’s forward-thinking education budget includes investments in staffing and programming to meet the needs of students, staff and facilities now and in the future. Unfortunately, the Granby Board of Finance budget guidance does not align with these goals. The Granby Board of Education now faces tough decisions to balance educational needs with taxpayer concerns.
In March’s article about the Drummer Puzzle Slam, Amber Wyzik’s daughter was incorrectly identified. Kaya Wyzik was the puzzler team member. We apologize for the error.
Monday, April 7, 7 p.m. – BOF Public Hearing in High School Auditorium
We currently need: Taco dinner boxes, Canned chili, Canned beets/white potatoes, Strawberry jam/jelly, Pickles/relish/olives, Asstd crackers/cookies, Coffee/tea, Toothpaste, and Dishwashing soap
Highlights from the meeting held on February 26th, 2025
Highlights from the meetings held on February 11th, and March 11th, 2025
Highlights from the meetings held on February 14th and March 12th, 2025
On March 8, Granby Grange #5 held a work party at the historic Grange hall in North Granby.
Ferrets are becoming a more popular pet in the US. They are related to weasels and exude a musky scent like their wild counterparts.
Town Manager Mike Walsh, First Selectman Mark Fiorentino and several other Granby folks spent the early morning hours (5:30 to 9 a.m.) on March 7 talking about our town with Brian Shactman of WTIC 1080 radio at Drago’s Kitchen.
Rachel Antonucci and Sara Esthus of the Granby Agricultural Commission represented Granby’s farms at Con-necticut’s “Ag Day at the Capitol” on March 19.
Save the Date: Granby Open Farm Day will take place this year on Saturday, Sept. 6.