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When the food scrap recycling program at Suffield Middle School began in September, a student member of the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) chapter suggested a poster contest to draw attention to the program’s benefits.
Honor a veteran or first responder by sponsoring a keepsake flag which will be proudly displayed on the town green to commemorate Veterans Day.
The Town of Suffield will hold a Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 4, from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Suffield Middle School.
The Suffield Parks and Recreation Department’s Jimmy Deren Memorial Bowling Buddies Group is thrilled to be back for the 2025–2026 season!
Last year, my husband and I decided it was best for our family that I retire.
Suffield is home to an incredible variety of businesses, each bringing unique services, flavors, and experiences to our community. To celebrate and support these businesses, the Town of Suffield features a Local Business Spotlight each month on the town website – SuffieldCT. gov/business_hub. The spotlight introduces residents to different businesses in town, sharing their stories, specialties and the value they bring to our local economy.Whether it’s a family-owned restaurant, a new shop opening downtown, or a service provider offering something unique, the Business Spotlight is a great way to learn more about what’s right here in our backyard. By taking a few minutes to explore the monthly feature, you can discover hidden gems, support local owners, and strengthen the vibrant business community that makes Suffield such a special place to live.Be sure to visit the Town of Suffield website each month to check out the newest Local Business Spotlight—you might just find your new favorite spot!
Too busy to look up what’s going on in town? This article covers selected information from the minutes of various Town Boards and Commissions. If you want more details, it can be found by going to suffieldct.gov, Agendas, Minutes, Recordings. Board of Education – August 11Foreign Exchange Students for the 2025-2026 School YearSuperintendent Dunbar shared that the district would like to welcome three international students for the upcoming school year from Spain, South Africa and Germany. Each student has a host family in Suffield.
The Municipal Election will be held on November 4 from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Suffield Middle School.Early Voting – In-person early voting will be held at the Suffield Town Hall from October 20 through November 2 (Monday through Sunday) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (except on 10/28 & 10/30, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.)”Absentee Ballot Voting – For electors who expect to be unable to appear in person to cast their vote because of active military service, absence from town, sickness, religious tenets or physical disability. Applications are available on line or from the Town Clerk.Voter Registration – For U.S. citizens who will be 18 years old by Election Day, In-person registration is available at Town Hall: (1) during regular business hours, (2) October 17 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and (3) on Election Day at Same Day Registration held in the Registrar’s office from 6 a.m. to 8p.m. Mail-in and on-line registration deadline is midnight October 17 (VoterRegistration.CT.Gov). To verify your voter registration on-line go to portaldir.ct.gov/sots/Look-Up.aspxPermanent Absentee Ballot Status – Voters with permanent disabilities may file an application with the Town Clerk, along with a physician’s certificate stating that they are unable to appear in person at their polling place due to a permanent disability. Once filed, the voter will automatically receive an absentee ballot for all elections, primaries, and referenda they are eligible to vote.Curbside Voting – Voters unable to enter the polling place due to a disability may request curbside voting assistance by calling860-668-3850Ballot Marking System
Accessible voting systems are available at all voting locations. It features a touch-screen display and offers alternative input options such as audio instructions, tactile keys, sip-n-puff, and a jelly-bean button.