Asplundh Pruned Widely for Eversource

Starting at the end of January, Asplundh, the multi-capable landscape maintenance company usually seen in town helping clear downed trees after past storms, was put to work by Eversource trimming and felling trees that would threaten their power lines in future storms.

Cafe Barista Opens

As this report is being written, the newly-named Cafe Barista planned to hold a soft opening in the week of March 21. The Observer reported last April (page 10) that this welcome enhancement in Suffield Center would offer sandwiches and salads seven days a week from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Its name now implies that a variety of coffee-based refreshments will be offered as well.

Furthering Your Education? We Can Help

The Suffield Woman’s Club (SWC) is accepting applications for the Thea Coburn Scholarship. This $3,000 renewable scholarship is open to men and women of all ages who have completed at least one year of higher education or have been in the work force or in the military.

Diverse SVAA Awards Described

After two years of holding its annual awards banquet either in the ambulance garage or in a tent with rain pouring down on the roof, a celebratory mood existing on March 12 as the Suffield Volunteer Ambulance Association held its banquet indoors at Maneeley’s Banquet Hall in South Windsor.