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  • Granby-East Granby, CT

Perry Robbin received his BA in journalism from the University of Connecticut in May 2010. He served as news editor of The Daily Campus during his senior year at UConn. He got his start in professional journalism as a local news and sports reporter at The Valley Press in Simsbury.

A lifelong Connecticut resident and native of nearby Simsbury, Perry is an especially dedicated New England Patriots fan. One of his prized possessions is an autographed photo of former Pats quarterback Steve Grogan. He enjoys hip-hop, Motown, funk and soul music, comic books and attending independent professional wrestling shows.

<b>My Beliefs:</b><br><br><b>Politics</b>

I am a registered Democrat and believe in well-funded social programs and personal freedoms.

As a journalist, my job is to be neutral and report facts with as little bias as possible. My goal is to paint a clear picture of events, not to spread my opinion.

<b><b>Religion</b><br></b>

I am not religious but believe in accepting and appreciating the faiths of others.

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Granby-East Granby|News|

Granby Police Log for Sept. 10 — Sept. 12

The following information, provided by the Granby Police Department, is accurate as of Sept. 14. Information on this list represents charges filed, not convictions.

Granby Police Log for Sept. 10 — Sept. 12
Avon, CT|News|

Granby Police Chief Catches Fleeing Bank Robber

Chief Carl Rosensweig saw the suspect fleeing the area and radioed for backup before the Windsor Federal Bank could even report the robbery. He then tailed the car along with other units to East Granby in a chase that ended with two arrests.

Granby Police Chief Catches Fleeing Bank Robber
Granby-East Granby|News|

The Big E! — Full of Fun and Food — Begins Friday

Find out what you can expect to enjoy if you take the journey from the Farmington Valley to the Big E, close by the Massachusetts state line in West Springfield, during the next two weeks.

The Big E! — Full of Fun and Food — Begins Friday
Granby-East Granby|News|

East Granby Farmers Market Vendor List for Sept. 12

Check out a variety of local farms and businesses Wednesday afternoon offering fresh, local food at this week&#39;s market, held at the East Granby Center Shops.

East Granby Farmers Market Vendor List for Sept. 12
Granby-East Granby|News|

Granby Police Chief Catches Bank Robber Fleeing from Hartford Ave.

Chief Carl Rosensweig saw the suspect fleeing the area and radioed for backup before the Windsor Federal Bank could even report the robbery. He then tailed the car along with other units to East Granby in a chase that ended with two arrests.

Granby Police Chief Catches Bank Robber Fleeing from Hartford Ave.
Granby-East Granby|News|

September 11 Remembrances Low Key but Welcome in Granby, East Granby

The 11th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon isn&#39;t being marked with the somber ceremony of 2010&#39;s observances, but Granby and East Granby residents have options to remember the event and learn from it.

September 11 Remembrances Low Key but Welcome in Granby, East Granby
Granby-East Granby|News|

Granby Police Log for Sept. 6 — Sept. 9

The following information, provided by the Granby Police Department, is accurate as of Sept. 11. Information on this list represents charges filed, not convictions.

Granby Police Log for Sept. 6 — Sept. 9
Granby-East Granby|News|

Final Granby Farmers Market of the Season Happens Today

Visit the Farmington Valley YMCA and check out the local fruits, vegetables and more on display from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for the last time today. A full vendors&#39; list is included below.

Final Granby Farmers Market of the Season Happens Today