The Suffield Observer | Page 4 | A Watchful Messenger

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.

Government/Town

It’s Decision Time: The Case for Suffield’s Two Most Urgent Building Projects

By the Suffield Permanent Building Commission | July 1, 2026

Fire House-1 and Suffield Middle School require significant investment identified in the 2023 Facilities Master Plan.

Editorial

Rethinking the 17th Amendment

By Eric Harrington, Editor-of-the-Month | July 1, 2026

In 1913, the U.S. Constitution was amended to establish the direct election of U.S. Senators by the people.

Letter to the Editor

White historic building with American flag

Pride in Suffield’s History

By Lynne Centore | July 1, 2026

On the day of the Suffield Art Trail, my husband and I took the time to explore the added space the Historical Society was able to occupy at Academy Hall in West Suffield.

Organizations

Two smiling people exchanging an envelope indoors

Observer Awards Scholarship

By Beth Chafetz | July 1, 2026

The Suffield Observer chair, Kacy Colston, presents a $2,000 scholarship check to Phoebe Kaplan.

Government/Town

July/August Commission Meetings

By Renee Wood | July 1, 2026

July/August Commission Meetings

First Selectman’s Update

First Selectman’s Update – July/August 2026

By Colin Moll | July 1, 2026

First Selectman’s Update – July/August 2026

Government/Town

Town News You May Not Know – July/August 2026

By Kate Spoto | July 1, 2026

Town News You May Not Know – July/August 2026

Suffield Community Aid

Suffield Community Aid Strategic Planning Process

By Mary Curtin, MSW Director 860-668-1986 | July 1, 2026

Suffield Community Aid has long been committed to serving as a vital resource for individuals and families throughout our community.

Government/Town

Captain’s Corner – July/August 2026

By Captain Ron Carlson, Suffield Fire Department | July 1, 2026

School is out for the summer, and the use of a Baby/Child Caregiver may be needed to help parents assure their children are safe

Government/Town

Suffield Fire Department Incident Log – May 2026

By Brian Gauthier | July 1, 2026

Suffield Fire Department Incident Log – May 2026

Government/Town

Suffield Police Activity Report – May 2026

By The Suffield Police Department | July 1, 2026

Suffield Police Activity Report – May 2026

History

Let Freedom Ring: Ring the Bells on the 4th of July

By Jackie Hemond | July 1, 2026

Connecticut and in particular Suffield residents are invited to join in a joyous celebration to commemorate an important document in our nation’s history, the Declaration of Independence.