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.
The following information, provided by the Granby Police Department, is accurate as of July 7. Information on this list represents charges filed, not convictions.
Granby's Bushy Hill Orchard Ice Cream Parlor will open soon.
Granby's Bushy Hill Orchard, East Granby's Griffin Farmstead and Suffield's Goodyear Farm are all operated by Allen and Becky Clark's Clark Farms.
The steamy book isn't kept from teens or young readers, but librarians encourage parents to know what their children are checking out.
The steamy book isn't kept from teens or young readers, but librarians encourage parents to know what their children are checking out.
A final memorandum of understanding about transferring the farm's operation to the town of Granby is in place.
A few photos from Granby and East Granby lead off this photo gallery. If you have images to share from your Fourth of July holiday, add them to the collection.
Know of another business in Granby or East Granby that will be open or closed on Independence Day? Tell us in the comments.
An automatic referendum on the Granby town budget, the subject of a supportive petition signed by more than 1,400 residents, will be now be recommended back to the charter revision commission for inclusion in the November ballot.
East Granby's Greenleaf's Cafe serves a wide variety of fresh foods, often featuring some local ingredients, in a relaxed atmosphere.
Team and individual awards abounded as the Twisters, who draw many of their members from Granby and East Granby, competed in a regional competition in New York.
Republican candidate for State Representative Tami Zawistowski will cover the 61st district on foot as part of her campaign in the coming election.
An easy weekend project from Dr. Energy Saver can save you a significant amount on your electricity bill.
Two Granby businesses are hoping to get the 250 votes they need for a chance at a $250,000 small business grant.
The following information, provided by the Granby Police Department, is accurate as of June 27. Information on this list represents charges filed, not convictions.
The justices also found that the so-called "individual mandate" in what has become known as Obamacare, is constitutional.
Money was appropriated for road repair, seven different school system requests and one open space fund project.
More than a dozen local farms, dairies, bakeries and artisans will be on hand this afternoon for this week's market at the East Granby Center Shops.
The first farmers' market at the Farmington Valley YMCA saw a steady steam of customers Tuesday afternoon.
Town Manager William Smith told the Granby Board of Finance about progress on storm reimbursement from FEMA. Smith and public schools business manager Harry Traver also presented account information.
