Letters to the Editor — December 2023
Do not block the box and A Not-So-Silent Killer The post Letters to the Editor — December 2023 first appeared on Granby Drummer.
View ArticleElectric vehicles and unintended consequences
Electric vehicles (EVs) are hailed as a sustainable solution to reduce environmental impact by reducing emissions from traditional fossil fuel-powered cars. However, the production of EVs is not...
View ArticleThe Drummer thanks you!
Need for support remains but contribution options exist The post The Drummer thanks you! first appeared on Granby Drummer.
View ArticleGranby residents present significant art gifts to town
Longtime Granby residents Don and Marty Wilmot and Sally Markey gifted the town with two significant pieces of art at the Nov. 6 Board of Selectmen meeting. The post Granby residents present...
View ArticleGranby’s police are appreciated
Granby Stop & Shop presented Officer Nicole with a cake to show appreciation for the hard work and dedication of members of the Granby Police Department. The post Granby’s police are appreciated...
View ArticleGranby Ambulance Association’s fall fundraiser takes off
The Granby Ambulance Association (GAA) hosted its annual fall fundraising event at the New England Air Museum in October. The event drew supporters from across the area to raise essential funds for...
View ArticleDrummer writers again honored by press club
Proudly exhibiting their award certificates from the Connecticut Press Association for pieces they wrote that appeared in 2022 issues of The Granby Drummer are, from left, Skip Mission, Shirley Murtha,...
View ArticlePolice Chief Scott Sansom lands his “dream job”
Unlike many little boys, Scott Sansom did not dream of being a police officer when he grew up. The post Police Chief Scott Sansom lands his “dream job” first appeared on Granby Drummer.
View ArticleNews from Town Hall
As we enter the winter holiday season, let us express our thanks to the many town employees, staff, and volunteers who work to make this season joyful and bright. Read on for news and upcoming events...
View ArticleVessel RE Holdings withdraws IWWC permit application
After three months of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission hearings on a permit application for a 48-apartment complex at 37 Hartford Avenue, Vessel RE Holdings, LLC, abruptly withdrew its...
View ArticleLocal Voices — February 2024
Construction – A Complex, Multifaceted Industry and Why aren’t students riding the school buses? The post Local Voices — February 2024 first appeared on Granby Drummer.
View ArticleTHANK YOU! To Drummer readers, advertisers and volunteers
We did it! With heartfelt thanks to you, our generous readers, and our stalwart advertisers, the Drummer finished 2023 in the black. We can’t begin to tell you how grateful we are to each of you. The...
View ArticleUpdate
In the December issue’s letters, Deb Roe suggested that those interested in less aircraft noise and cleaner air for Granby should contact her. Roe has updated her email address to GranbySky@gmail.com...
View ArticleREGISTRARS
Typists, poll workers are urgently needed The post REGISTRARS first appeared on Granby Drummer.
View ArticleBOARD OF SELECTMEN HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights from the meetings held on December 4th and 18th, 2023, and January 2nd, 2024 The post BOARD OF SELECTMEN HIGHLIGHTS first appeared on Granby Drummer.
View ArticleARPA money improves efficiency of fire marshal’s office
Fire Marshal Brian Long was happy that some of the American Recovery Plan Act money was used for software that his department had been hoping to get for some time: RedNMX — Inspection and Violations...
View ArticleUnleashing Creativity: A journey into the Cossitt Creation Station
Are you a creative soul who is constantly buzzing with new ideas and projects? Or perhaps you have always wanted to dive into the world of crafting, DIY projects, or technology but never found the...
View ArticleChallenging budget season underway
The traditional Three Board Meeting held in mid-January began the focus on the budget for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25 runs from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.) At this meeting the Boards of Selectmen...
View ArticleBordonaro scores her 1,000th point for GMHS girls basketball
If you have ever stepped inside the K.L. King Gymnasium at Granby Memorial High School, the most eye-catching details are the countless maroon and gold banners decorating the dark wood walls. From the...
View ArticleNews from Town Hall
The revised Granby Town Charter was adopted by a vote of 1,926 “Yes” votes and 567 “No” votes. The community appreciates the thoughtful approach taken by the Charter Review Commission members and their...
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