Editorial
Paradise Found
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The sea lions, pelicans, iguanas, sea turtles, giant tortoises, and many other creatures on the Galapagos Islands live in peace together with “most” human beings.
Remembering Dustin
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Our family would like to extend our deep appreciation and gratitude to the Suffield community for the overwhelming support, generosity, patriotism, love and most especially, the prayers offered to our family.
People/Business
There’s a New Judge in Town
Congratulations to Suffield resident Barry Armata, who is one of the 13 newly appointed Connecticut Superior Court Judges.
Government/Town
Suffield Fire Department Facts and Figures; an Interview with Chief Flynn
It occurred to us at the Observer that we didn’t know a lot about the work of a department critical to our town’s well being, so in an effort to remedy that, I sat with Chief Charles Flynn who patiently gave me facts, figures and answers to several questions about the Suffield Fire Department (SFD).
Editorial
Icelandic Adventure
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Peggy and I have recently returned from a wondrous trip to Iceland, an island nation of 350,000 people with two million annual visitors.
Letter to the Editor
Vandalism
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Suffield is lucky to have many youth that make Suffield a nicer place to live.
Letter to the Editor
Suffield Salutes
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On Tuesday, September 12, U.S. Navy Electronics Technician 2nd Class Dustin Louis Doyon was laid to rest in his hometown of Suffield.
Op-Ed
Transparency in Government?
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I am writing to express my concern about a recent letter written by Melissa Mack, First Selectman (FS) regarding the Bridge Street Community Center.
Government/Town
Until We Meet Again . . .
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After having the fortune of working for this great community for 15 years, I have taken the position of CEO of a statewide nonprofit called the Connecticut Main Street Center which works to have thriving downtowns in communities across the state.
Farming/Nature
Hummingbird Moth
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The photographer offered this picture because so many people have never seen this unusual creature.
Government/Town
Two New Firefighters
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The Town of Suffield announces the addition of Daniel Godin and Christopher Burkett as full-time paid firefighters to the Suffield Fire Department.
Organizations
Crafters Wanted
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The Suffield Fire Department Auxiliary will host the return of its Annual Harvest Crafts Fair on Saturday, November 4, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Center Firehouse, 73 Mountain Rd. (Rt. 168), Suffield.
First Selectman’s Update
First Selectman’s Update
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Earlier in September, I participated with mayors, first selectmen and leadership from the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities (CCM) in a press conference at the Capitol criticizing the drastic proposed municipal cuts and the failure to adopt a budget.
Government/Town
Leaf Disposal Information
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Leaves may be dropped off at the Town Landfill for six Sundays starting on October 15 through November 19 from noon to 4 p.m. These extended Sunday hours are for leaf collection only.
Food for Thought
Food For Thought
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“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.”
– L.M. Montgomery
Farming/Nature
Eclipse Viewing
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Guy Balsamo took his children Johnny, 12, and Juliana, 8, to Nashville to view the solar eclipse in August and brought back these photos.
Organizations
Breaking the Silence on Substance Abuse
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On October 16 at 6:30 p.m in the Suffield High School auditorium, the results of a Youth Assessment Survey (YAS) conducted for students in grades 7-12 will be presented by Christine Miskell of the Southeastern Regional Action Council (SERAC).
Organizations
Addiction in Suffield – A Student Speaks
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I was asked to write this article for the paper, the prompt being to write about addiction.
Government/Town
Suffield Police Department Activity Report August 2017
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The following table has been adapted from data provided by the Suffield Police Department.
Government/Town
Ideas Needed for Suffield’s 350th Anniverary Celebration
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If you had a chance to visit the Town of Suffield booth at Suffield on the Green last month, then you saw some great photos and memorabilia from Suffield’s 300th anniversary celebration in 1970.
People/Business
Sand Pit Gets New Owner
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A September 1 news bulletin from the First Selectman’s office advised that the land parcel containing the controversial sand pit on Lake Road had changed hands.
Suffield Observations
It’s their game to play
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The parents of Suffield High School’s student athletes recently attended a meeting that featured a viewing of “Parents Behaving Badly.”