Government/Town
Suffield Police Activity Report – April 2023
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Suffield Police Activity Report – April2023
Suffield’s Liberty Tree Puts Down Roots
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As part of Suffield’s America 250 celebration, the Suffield Tree Committee planted a native red oak on the lawn between Kent Memorial Library and the town’s Veterans Memorial this April.
New Fire Chief to Hire Volunteers, Rebuild Camaraderie
When Suffield native Brian Gauthier graduated from college and had time to spare, a town appeal for volunteer firefighters caught his attention.
Speak Up, Be Heard
As I was reviewing the articles for this month’s issue, I was struck by two in particular; the speech by the three students at the dedication of the Liberty Tree and the article on the air museum.
Government/Town
Town News You Might Not Know
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Too busy to look up what’s going on in town? Here’s a recap right at your fingertips.
Government/Town
Town Meeting Vote Approves Budget
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On Thursday, May 11, a special town meeting was held to vote on the proposed FY 2023-2024 $65.4M budget.
Columns
Suffield Observations
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After 13 years of watching from the sidelines, this will be my last year watching Suffield girls’ lacrosse.
Government/Town
Voter Registry Privacy Program
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Connecticut has a Voter Registry Privacy Program (VRPP) which serves to protect individuals and families who fear for their life or safety by restricting the disclosure of their name and address from the official voter registry of Connecticut.
Editorial
Are Your Recyclables Ending Up As Trash?
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Are the plastic, metal, glass, boxes and paper you collect for curbside pickup being thrown out as trash at the recycling facility?
Homepage Featured
Polish Heritage Society Member Honored at State Capitol
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State Representative Tami Zawistowski (R-61) celebrated the 32nd annual “Polish Day at the Capitol,” on May 3 hosted by the Polish Legislative Caucus.
Churches
Twelve Decades of Devotion: A 120-Year Celebration at Third Baptist Church
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The Third Baptist Church invites all to attend its 120-year anniversary celebration on June 11, 2023, the second Sunday of the month, at 4 p.m.
Organizations
Suffield Rotary Participates in Day of Service
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For the second year in a row, the Suffield Rotary will participate in the Day of Service, hosted by the Rotary International group.
Organizations
Phelps-Hatheway House and Garden Opens for the Season
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Spring is our favorite season at the Phelps-Hatheway House!
Organizations
Mark Your Calendar for May Market
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Mark your calendars to visit the Suffield Garden Club’s annual MAY MARKET on May 20.
Government/Town
Parks and Rec News
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Spring Hiking Workshop at Sunrise Park Brought On the Smiles! Photo by Donna Carney-Bastrzycki Photo-Hike Workshop participants enjoying their hike. It was a beautiful, sunny, warm and spring-like Sunday for our St. Patrick’s Day weekend family collaborative hike and workshop with Mat Jobin, owner of Reach Your Summit and the Town of Suffield Parks and Recreation Department, volunteer-Stephan Bastrzycki and Sue Mayne of The Trees for Suffield Initiative. We had a terrific turnout and important Leave No Trace Principles, hiking safety, the ten hiking essentials and trip planning were all presented during the first part of the workshop and then the group enjoyed the beauty of Sunrise Park for the hiking portion.
Organizations
Last Chance at $1,000 Scholarship
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The Observer is looking for worthy high school students interested in a $1,000 college scholarship.
People/Business
From Glass Salesperson to Insurance Agency Owner
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In the early ’80s, Patricia Bland was a sales representative for an auto replacement glass company. She sold to Connecticut insurers.
Farming/Nature
Lifetime Dairy Farmer Makes a Lasting Impact
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A memorial fund has been established by the family of Norman Coulter, a Suffield dairy farmer all his life.