The Suffield Observer - A Watchful Messenger

A Love Match Made in Japan

By Johanne Presser | February 1, 2026

While most couples find love within their own country, Dave and Joanne Thayer found theirs in Japan.

A Tribute to a Special Observer Volunteer

On December 7, I lost a dear friend and the Observer lost a very special volunteer. Carol Martin passed away peacefully.

Words Matter

I find it disturbing that it’s common for people in all walks of life to use derogatory, hurtful, negative and harmful words.

Parks & Recreation News

By Daniel Leonard | March 1, 2025

Suffield Parks & Recreation basketball season wrap-up was a celebration of teamwork and community.

Recipe Coconut Torte Cake

By Lynette Roy | March 1, 2025

The word torte is a German word for cake.

It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane – No, It’s an Eagle!

By By Lisa Parker, Suffield Garden Club | March 1, 2025

Are you one of the few but very lucky people to have seen bald eagles flying over our town?

For the Love of Dogs

By Lucille Miller | March 1, 2025

I cannot remember a time when Scott and I did not have a dog or two in our lives.

A Classic American Love Story

By Jane Shipp | February 1, 2025

The Suffield Observer introduces our Valentine couple for 2025.

Indoor Pickleball Comes to Suffield

By Johanne Presser | February 1, 2025

Aided by the generous offer of free play by the owners, players young and old came from far and wide in droves to the Grand Opening weekend of Suffield Pickleball.

How Our Online Activities Damage the Environment

By By Tony Peterson, Editor-of-the Month | February 1, 2025

When you text or send emails, you’re contributing to climate change.

What a simple smile can do

By By Ann Franczyk | February 1, 2025

We are a town of mosaics. Together we make up a diverse quilt of ideas, beliefs, expectations and priorities.

First Selectman’s Update

By Colin Moll | February 1, 2025

First Selectman’s Update – February 2025

From Banking VP to Ambulance Paramedic

By Karl Cicitto | February 1, 2025

Jackie Guzie made a bold occupational change when she went from helping customers manage financial matters to helping people in a medical emergency.

SFES Pickleball Fundraiser

By Johanne Presser | February 1, 2025

A soon-to-be classic pickleball tournament is scheduled for February 9 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the newly opened Suffield indoor pickleball facility at 15 Kenny Roberts Memorial Drive.

This year the winter weather has been fluctuating back and forth between temperate/sunny and extremely cold/stormy. It is important to observe some important safety concerns during these times of daily or hourly weather changes. Consider the following:

If your power goes out and you need temporary lighting, try to use battery powered devices over the use of candles. If you must use candles, be sure to use a proper candle holder, keep lit candles at least 12 inches away from anything that can burn, keep pets and children away from the candle, and extinguish the candle when leaving the room.Whenever going outdoors or in a vehicle during winter weather be sure to wear (or bring) a hat, scarf, coat, gloves, socks and shoes or boots. If you have a cell phone, keep it on your person.