Farming/Nature
Mistaken Identity
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There are two woodpeckers who frequent feeders around town, and they look a lot alike.
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.
Schools/Sports
SHS Boy’s Basketball Record Broken
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Michael Coggins broke the all-time boy’s scoring basketball record at Suffield High School.
Schools/Sports
Student Soars Above and Beyond
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To say that Keila Silva, Suffield High School Junior, has been busy is an understatement.
People/Business
Suffield Pizza, A Family Affair
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There’s something about a couple who’ve been married 37 years, have worked together for 34 in a tough business and sit shoulder-to-shoulder, laughing and joking while being interviewed.
Schools/Sports
Rotary Students of the Month
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Congratulations to the Rotary Student of the Month for December, Kandace Royce and Rotary Student of the Month for February, Ianuria Mosneaga!
Schools/Sports
Aces High Robotics Team
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Photos by Aces High Teammates Team Wilby 2024 – Team celebrates their first competition at Wilby High School. The team was awarded the Inspiration in Engineering Award
Team testing the robot – Students from Windsor Locks and Suffield High Schools test out the intake and shooting functions of the robot to prepare for their first competition at Wilby High School in Waterbury. Now that the 2024 challenge has been revealed, Aces High Robotics is busy seven days a week. Competition season is long and demanding, but the payoff is tremendous. The students from Suffield and Windsor Locks High Schools dedicate countless hours to design, fabricate and build their robot based on specifications that were given during kickoff in January.
Schools/Sports
Suffield Agriscience News
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In March, we held our annual Ag Bingo. This was a very successful event that helped raise funds to assist students attend the National FFA (Future Farmers of America) Convention in the future.
Schools/Sports
Superintendent’s Update
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As shared in previous Observer submissions, it is my intention to narrow the focus of my articles to make them shorter and more reader friendly.
Schools/Sports
Distinguished Young Woman Award
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Christina Vega, a senior at Suffield High School, is an impressive young woman, articulate and poised beyond her years.
Government/Town
Win Gift Certificates on Town Clean-up Day
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Please consider joining Sustainable Suffield for Clean-Up Day on Saturday, April 27 from 9 a.m. to noon in celebration of Earth Day.
Government/Town
Free Organic Waste Recycling
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Residents and local businesses can now drop off their organic waste (food scraps), free of charge, at our new organics collection bin at 41 Fflyer Place.
Organizations
The Polish-Lithuanian Connection
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It is very easy for anyone of Polish descent to be confused about their ancestor’s national identity.
History
A Moment in Time: Old Photos Invited from Our Readers
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When the clubhouse of the Suffield Country Club burned on New Year’s morning, 1953, this photo was taken by Chet Madey, who lived nearby.
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.
Organizations
Community Fund Seeks Grant Applications
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The Suffield Greater Together Community Fund at the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving (HFPG) has awarded grants in its most recent grant cycle totaling $22,811 to six different groups that support the Suffield community.
People/Business
Attorneys Supporting the Community
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The law firm of Spellman, Kelly & Fanous, LLC is a small community-based law firm located at 133 Mountain Road in Suffield.
Churches
Save the Date for Bingo!
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On May 10, Sacred Heart Parish is holding its 4th annual Bingo night at 446 Mountain Road, Suffield.