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Rain Didn’t Dampen Suffield On The Green

By Gary Guminiak | October 1, 2025

This year’s Suffield on the Green had the feel of a typical fall weekend, however there was some rain on both Saturday and Sunday that closed the SOTG early at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, although, the sun did eventually come out on Sunday. The crowds, crafters, musicians, local charities and food booths were resilient!!!

Readers Score at Friends Book Sale

The Friends of Kent Memorial Library are pleased to report that we have had another successful book sale this year. All the money made from the sale is used to support Kent Memorial Library programs and purchase materials for the library throughout the year. Photo by Matt Auchy Books stored at Second Baptist Church were loaded for their ride to Father Ted Hall.

Discover Suffield’s Local Business Spotligh

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.

Homepage Featured

A Pediatrician’s Rewarding 50-year Career

By Tony Peterson | June 1, 2025

Interviewing people who’ve spent decades in the same position can be challenging.

Editorial

Community Matters

Don Miner and Amy Reay, Co-Editors-of-the-Month | June 1, 2025

In his song, “Lean on Me,” Bill Withers says: Lean on me when you’re not strong…

Government/Town

2025-2026 Dog Licenses

By Michele Urch, Town Clerk | June 1, 2025

The 2025 Dog license renewal began on June 1, 2025.

Government/Town

Suffield Summer Farmers Market

By Ellie Binns | June 1, 2025

Suffield’s Farmers Market begins its 2025 summer season on Saturday, June 21.

Government/Town

June Commission Meetings

By Renee Wood | June 1, 2025

June 2025 Commission Meetings

Columns

First Selectman’s Update – June 2025

By Colin Moll | June 1, 2025

First Selectman’s Update – June 2025

Government/Town

Town News You May Not Know

Compiled by Kate Spoto | June 1, 2025

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.

Farming/Nature

Share Your Farm Stories

By Ray Dalrymple and Bob Molleur | June 1, 2025

If you own a farm, grew up on farms or worked on a farm in Suffield, we want your story.

Government/Town

Captain’s Corner

By Ron Carlson, Suffield Fire Department Captain | June 1, 2025

Outdoor Grilling Safety

Government/Town

Suffield Fire Department Incident Report April 2025

By Ron Carlson | June 1, 2025

Suffield Fire Department Incident Report April 2025