Government/Town
Candidate Debate
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Sponsored by The Suffield Observer, with the Democratic and Republican Town Committees.
Local General Led CT National Guard
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If ever there was a man who knew the meaning of the word “dedication’ it would have to be Retired Major General Thaddeus Martin of the Connecticut National Guard.
Organizations
Bradley International Airport #3 in the U.S.
The Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) is pleased to announce that Condé Nast Traveler released the results of its 31st annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Bradley International Airport recognized as the 3rd best airport in the U.S.
Government/Town
Suffield Voters Guide
The November 6 State Elections will be held in the Suffield Middle School’s (SMS) gymnasium, 350 Mountain Road from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Accessible parking will be available in front of SMS.
Editorial
Notes from the Chair
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The staff of the Observer was generally happy with the October issue. We thought it had a variety of interesting articles and some beautiful pictures.
Editorial
Suffield: A Town of Farms
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If we were to list the many values of our beautiful town of Suffield, we could probably fill the pages of this newspaper. Our wonderful citizens, great schools, lovely buildings and churches, parks, local businesses and emergency services are all special.
Organizations
Tax-Aide Needs You!
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Are you looking for an incredible opportunity to help those in your own community? One that provides an opportunity to meet new people, learn new skills and help those in need?
Organizations
Come Be a Part of the Observer Staff
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Contact us at inbox@thesuffieldobserver.com or 860-668-7442 if you are interested in joining our team of volunteers.
Organizations
Join us at the Veterans’ Day Ceremony
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There will be a Veterans’ Day Ceremony at the Suffield’s Veterans’ Memorial on Sunday, November 11 at 11 a.m. honoring those military who have served our country.
Government/Town
Town Hall Planning Proceeds
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The Town’s process toward providing decent quarters for its administrative departments has been long and uncertain. The existing Town Hall opened in 1962 as an improvement on the previous building, which was built during the Civil War.
Food for Thought
Food For Thought
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“It’s no wonder that truth is stranger than fiction. Fiction has to make sense.” – Mark Twain
Opinion
Stromoski’s Skews
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The editorial cartoon reflects the view of the creator and is not necessarily endorsed by The Suffield Observer.
Government/Town
November Commission Meetings
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Check the Town’s website, suffieldct.gov, for schedule changes.
First Selectman’s Update
First Selectman’s Update
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By way of tradition, I have used my November update as a “year-in-review.” It’s a great way to share with residents our accomplishments and keeps me accountable for the goals I’ve set.
Government/Town
Let’s Talk: Economic Development
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The Economic Development Commissions of Suffield and East Granby co-hosted a municipal training titled “Fundamentals of Economic Development” at the Suffield Country Club’s Sunset Tavern on September 27.
People/Business
New Business: Ewe and You Fiber Arts
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Suffield resident Rachel Schuster recently opened Ewe and You Fiber Arts in the heart of Windsor, located at 261 Broad Street – just behind the Chamber of Commerce and next to the post office.
Government/Town
20 Voters Approve Four Topics
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Town officials carefully explained the four issues to be decided at the October 10 Town Meeting. With an attendance of only twenty, including the officials, each of the four resolutions was approved with no “Nays.”
Organizations
Suffield Woman’s Club Meeting
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The Suffield Woman’s Club (SWC) welcomed Annmarie Boulay from The Underground, Lighting a Way to Freedom, to their October 9 meeting.
Government/Town
November Election Information
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The November 6 Election will be held in the Middle School Gymnasium, 350 Mountain Road, from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Absentee ballot voting is available for eligible voters. There is regular absentee balloting, supervised absentee balloting, emergency absentee balloting and permanently physically disabled absentee balloting.
Churches
Church to Celebrate 275 Years
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The West Suffield Congregational Church is proudly celebrating its 275th Anniversary on November 10 and 11, and residents of the surrounding communities are invited to take part in this momentous occasion.
Churches
WSCC Holiday Bazaar Supports the Disadvantaged
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Start your holiday season with a visit to the West Suffield Congregational Church on Saturday, November 3rd from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Churches
First Church Events
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Worship at the First Church of Christ is every Sunday in the Sanctuary at 10 a.m. Hands on Faith (youth ministry) will be on November 11 and 25.
Now and Then
Rounding a Century and a Globe
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Retired newspaper reporter, columnist, bomber pilot, and world traveler Dick Hammerich of Suffield by the River surely clocked hundreds of thousands of miles on his way to his hundredth birthday.