Government/Town
Thanks to SPD Chief Brown
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Richard Brown arrived in Suffield in 1996, beginning his long and successful career as a police officer here. Why Suffield?
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
Goodbye, Tobacco Shed
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When the Stonegate subdivision on North Main Street was approved by Planning & Zoning, the three existing homes on the property were to be preserved, and it was thought by many that the several farm buildings behind them, all within the Main Street Historic District, would survive as well.
Columns
Suffield Observations
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Almost 20 years ago, we bought our house from a family who had lived in Suffield for about 50 years and raised five kids.
Government/Town
WPCA Superintendent Attends Leadership Institute
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In the minds of many Suffield residents, sewage from their homes is simply piped to the sewage treatment plant where it is passed through some filters and then discharged into the Connecticut River. But like most things in life, nothing is ever that simple.
Letter to the Editor
Firefighters Came to the Rescue
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This winter my wife and I have had major cellar flooding issues because our sump pump wasn’t working.
Editorial
We Can Do Better
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There’s no question that the last two years have been rough on everyone.
People/Business
A Well-Lived Life of Service and Adventure
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On March 1, Suffield sadly lost Joanne Sullivan but her indelible mark on this town will leave a positive and lasting legacy for many years to come.
People/Business
Mary Anne Zak, A Legendary Life-Long Learner
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Mary Anne Zak: a petite lady with a huge impact on this town, and in her personal way a huge impact on many individuals here.
Government/Town
Suffield Police Activity Report – January 2022
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Suffield Police Activity Report January 2022
Homepage Featured
Observer Accepting Scholarship Applications
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Observer Accepting Scholarship Applications
Government/Town
First Selectman’s Update
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As the cold days of winter are winding down and spring quickly approaches, I welcome the warm, longer days a new season has to offer and the new things Suffield has prepared for our warmer days ahead.
People/Business
Sweeney Heads to the Olympics
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In mid- January the U.S. Army’s World Class Athlete Program (WCAP) provided an opportunity to interview Sgt. Emily Sweeney, a graduate of Suffield High School and a two-time Olympic luger.
Organizations
Women Take Flight at the New England Air Museum
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The New England Air Museum will hold its annual event, Women Take Flight, on Saturday, March 5, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
History
A Moment in Time: Old Photos Invited from Our Readers
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Two New York visitors touring Suffield on an unusual side-by-side tandem bicycle stop to chat with a native.