The Suffield Observer - A Watchful Messenger

Connecticut Children’s Hospital Benefits from Generous Donation

By Johanne Presser | November 1, 2025

The DeSimone Family Trust, established by long time past Suffield residents Jerry and RoseMarie DeSimone have donated $2.5 million dollars to support a neonatology intensive care facility and services in the newly built tower at Connecticut Children’s.

Suffield Sidekicks – Teens Helping Seniors

Suffield Sidekicks matches local seniors with teens to help with light household chores and yard work, such as dusting, vacuuming, raking leaves, planting, weeding, home organization and computer assistance.

Retirement Perks

Since last February I’ve been working out at a local gym, to disguise its identity, I’ll call it Planet Fatness.

Government/Town

Democrat and Republican Primaries

By Darlene Burrell - Registrar | July 1, 2022

Democrat and Republican Primaries will be held on Tuesday, August 9, at the Suffield Middle School gym The polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Government/Town

17-Year-Olds May Vote in August Primary

By Darlene Burrell - Registrar | July 1, 2022

Any U.S. Citizen 17 years old, who will turn 18 on or before November 8 and is a bona fide resident of Suffield, may pre-register to vote.

Government/Town

Multi-Use Trail Ready

By Lester Smith | July 1, 2022

After a one-month installation project, it looked like the new multi-use trail for about a mile along Mountain Road was ready to open on July 1.

Columns

Suffield Observations

By Andy Sauer | July 1, 2022

When my wife asked me if I’d signed up my daughter for the Red Door Theatre, my adrenaline surged. I completely forgot.

Government/Town

Firefighter Cadet Lieutenant Represents Suffield Well

By Alton P. Golden | July 1, 2022

The Suffield Firefighters Association wishes to extend its congratulations and best wishes to the Suffield High School Class of 2022. We wish you all much success in your future goals.