East Granby News

Government Announcements Submitted by Larry Perosino, Connecticut General Assembly, on 2010-03-12.   State Representative Annie Hornish, who represents the towns of Barkhamsted, East Granby, Granby and New Hartford in the Connecticut General Assembly, said state aid that funds local paving projects and road repairs is expected to be approved ...

The First National Bank of Suffield is sponsoring a drive to raise food and cash donations to food banks in Suffield , East Granby and Windsor Locks .

As long as your child is in school, the road is mapped out for them. There are supports in place, and plans to follow.

Another internet hoax about mountain lions in the northeast came a month ago. This came with the subject line of "this is why my wife refuses to start my truck in the morning." The e-mail says the pictures were taken outside Corning, N.Y., but Colorado plates can be seen on the truck.

Submitted by Tami W. Zawistowski, East Granby Historical Society, on 2010-03-03.   The East Granby Historical Society is hosting program on March 18, 2010 about a startling and valuable discovery of very early and rare stone artifacts in Granby.

Clubs & Organizations Submitted by Julie Poll, EGHS Baseball Parents Committee, on 2010-02-28.   The East Granby Baseball parents committee invites you to Friendly's Fun Night on Wednesday, March 17, from 5-8 p.m. A percentage of all sales will support the team.

The early bird gets to go back to bed, school is cancelled for today A few weeks ago, school was cancelled because of the threat of snow.

Regional Submitted by Larry Perosino, Connecticut General Assembly, on 2010-02-26.   State Representatives Annie Hornish and Alfred Camillo announced today that they will co-chair the newly formed "Legislators for Animal Advocacy," a bipartisan organization committed to raising awareness of animal welfare issues.

As part of an ongoing effort to reduce expenses while preserving services, the town will be seeking proposals from qualified vendors for its household hazardous waste collection and disposal program.

State legislators once again are trying to create a zone around Bradley International Airport in which new or expanding businesses would get special tax incentives.

If all goes as planned, the Bradley International Airport area in Hartford could become a hot spot for travelers and locals.

Submitted by Tami W. Zawistowski, Concerned Taxpayers of East Granby, on 2010-02-18.   Concerned Taxpayers of East Granby, Inc.

Advocates at a public hearing before the legislature's commerce committee said Tuesday that a bill establishing the zone would spark economic interest.

The 51st annual Frank Maratta's Auto & Cycle Show at the Connecticut Expo Center in Hartford will be held Friday from 5 to 11 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, $7.50 for children older than 7 and free for children 7 and younger.

Regional Submitted by James M. Hayden, First Selectman, Town of East Granby , on 2010-02-05.   The grand list of taxable property in East Granby has increased by $10.16 million or 1.84 percent, according to Assessor Mary Ellen Brown.

Submitted by Sue Martucci, Hartford Argentine Tango Society, on 2010-02-03.   Time To Tango! Learn the basics of this passionate, wildly popular walking dance - the Argentine Tango.

Maria L. Ilvento, 18, of 112 George Ave., was charged Saturday with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and speeding.

A woman was killed in a three-vehicle crash in Granby Wednesday night. The crash was reported on Route 20 just before 5 p.m. Police said two pickup trucks and a compact car collided at the intersection of Route 20 and East Granby Road.

Staff Sgt. Paul DelGreco performs safety maintenance on the nose landing gear of a C-21 in the main hangar at the Connecticut Air National Guard's 103rd Airlift Wing Tuesday in East Granby.

When the difference between winning and losing is as quick as the blink of an eye, even the smallest change can make a big difference.