Organizations
18th Century Chocolates
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The Suffield Historical Society will meet on Wednesday, February 5, 7:30 p.m.
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.
Organizations
Grants Available for Local Non-Profits
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The Suffield Greater Together Community Fund at the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving has announced an open call for grant applications, starting February 15, 2025.
Organizations
Polish Heritage Society
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You didn’t have to be of Polish descent to enjoy the Suffield Historical Society’s annual HolidayFest 2024.
History
A Moment in Time: Old Photos Invited from Our Readers
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A Moment in Time: Old Photos Invited from Our Readers
History
100 Years Ago in Suffield
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Selected from the pages of the Windsor Locks Journal and lightly annotated by Wendy Taylor, Kent Memorial Library.
Columns
Suffield Observations
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I was going to write a 525-word missive about the snow days and the simple joy in the anticipation of them, but I can’t get a text I got from a reader out of my mind,
People/Business
Prideful Sculptor Dazzles Observers
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As ice sculptor Mike Rondeau carved a replica of the Suffield Alight trolley topped with a holly sprig, he held the curiosity of onlookers with his attention to detail and fluid movement.
Churches
Second Baptist News
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Second Baptist Church has entered a time of transition with the resignation of Senior Pastor Rev. Justin Cox at the end of 2024.
Churches
Sacred Heart News
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February offers a bit of a breather this year. The Christmas season is wrapped up and we have a few weeks of “Ordinary Time” before March comes along with the season of Lent.
Churches
February at First Church of Christ, UCC
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First Church of Christ, Congregational UCC in Suffield, CT, is an open and affirming congregation within the United Church of Christ.
Churches
Souper Bowl of Caring
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The West Suffield Congregational Church is having our second annual Debbie Halladay-Pierce Souper Bowl of Caring on Sunday, February 9 at 10 a.m.
Government/Town
Town News You May Not Know
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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.
Schools/Sports
A Visit to a Wastewater Treatment Plant
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What do reading and bacteria have in common? Not much, right?
History
Our Roots Run Deep
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John Pynchon was one of the pioneers that shaped the early settlements of New England in the second half of the 17th century.
Government/Town
Suffield Police Activity Report – 2024 Year End Totals
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Suffield Police Activity Report – 2024 Year End Totals