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Suffield Knows How to Do Summer!

By Ron Kirschbaum | September 1, 2026

Suffield Knows How to Do Summer!

The Accidental Homeschooler

There was no way my family was ever going to become a “homeschooling family.”

SVAA Marks 50 Years of Service with Anniversary Gala

The Suffield Volunteer Ambulance Association will celebrate 50 years of service to the community with a 50th Anniversary Gala on November 21 at the Hartford/Windsor Marriott.

Dancing Stars of Suffield

By Peter Leclerc, CCMO Director of Community Services | May 1, 2026

The 3rd Annual Dancing Stars of Suffield had a special America theme to fit in with our celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary.

May Market is Coming!

By Lisa Parker, Suffield Garden Club | May 1, 2026

When you see the merry, yellow and white striped tents next to the Phelps-Hatheway House barn, you know it’s time for May Market!

Celebrating 70 Years Together!

By Kathy Banak | May 1, 2026

Ron and Mary Banak recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary at Suffield by the River.

Let’s Save Gorillas!

By Gayle Demko | May 1, 2026

Suffield Rotary has collected 160 lbs. of recycled electronics and through Eco-Cell Recycling has supported GRACEGorillas.org.

Suffield Balance

By Anna-Kristin Daub-Murphy, Suffield Balance Project | May 1, 2026

We all want the best for our kids, often filling their schedules with sports, tutors and enrichment to ensure they succeed.

Hilltop Farm Store & Creamery Celebrates Sweet Return

By Jason Simienskowski | May 1, 2026

A local favorite has reopened for the season with new flavors, live music, and community events.

A Fond Farewell

By Jay Presser, former Chair of The Suffield Observer | May 1, 2026

If all goes as planned, which sometimes happens, by the time you read this The Suffield Observer will have a new chairperson.

Bringing Endless Joy to Kids: a 43-year-old Tribute

By Tony Peterson | April 1, 2026

The next time you visit Kent Memorial Library and hear giggling from the children’s department, it could be from kids transfixed by a puppet show.

7th Annual Dustin Doyon Memorial Road Race

By Karen Doyon | April 1, 2026

After seven meaningful years, this year’s Run for Dustin will be our final race.

Cut the Cord

By Bill Rogers, Editor of the Month | April 1, 2026

If you are tired of paying high cable TV prices then you might want to consider switching to an internet streaming service.

First Selectman’s Update – April 2026

By Colin Moll | April 1, 2026

First Selectman’s Update – April 2026

Town News You May Not Know – April 2026

By Kate Spoto | April 1, 2026

Town News You May Not Know – April 2026

Captain’s Corner: Spring Fire Safety Concerns

By Ron Carlson | April 1, 2026

Following the New England Winter we just experienced, the month of April should provide us time to get ready for Spring and the upcoming comfortable weather.

Suffield Emergency Services Launch Active Bystander Training Initiative

By Chief John Spencer, Suffield Volunteer Ambulance Association | April 1, 2026

Emergency responders from across the Town of Suffield recently came together for a milestone training initiative designed to strengthen accountability, teamwork, and professional intervention among public safety personnel.