Government/Town
March Commission Meetings
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March Commission Meetings
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
Thank You for Your Feedback
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The Observer team would like to thank those readers who took the time to respond to the survey that was published over the last few editions.
Editorial
What Has Government Done to Our Money?
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The stock market and housing prices are at all-time highs and economic growth and unemployment signal a strong economy.
Homepage Featured
SHS Boys Basketball Works with CCMC
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I wanted to take a moment to highlight a really great community service initiative that the SHS Boys Basketball program recently completed to benefit Connecticut Children’s Medical Center (CCMC) and to discuss how others can donate to this great cause.
History
Must See Tribute to American Workers
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This Friday, Saturday or Sunday, drive 40 minutes to Winsted, one of Connecticut’s oldest mill towns.
Book Reviews
Former Resident Authors Book
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Flowers Are Better Than Bullets By Rod Dillman Kindle Edition 364 pages 2023
This book was written, and apparently self-published, by a former resident of Suffield. It is a debut novel and a book of great emotional strength. Its power derives from the author’s passion for telling his story, which one suspects is grounded in personal experience. It is essentially the story of what happened at Kent State University during the Vietnam War, the shooting of several students who were engaged in a protest against the war, killing four and maiming nine others. If Rod Dillman was not a student at Kent State during this period, then he deserves all the more credit for portraying it so convincingly.
Organizations
Amazing Amaryllis at KML
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The Suffield Garden Club is bringing a touch of springtime to the dreary winter months.
Organizations
Suffield Rotary Club, “Service Above Self” in Action
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A holiday cheer at Suffield Alight. Mr. and Mrs. Claus even had a strong connection to Rotary.
People/Business
Chestnut Oak Associates Celebrates 35 Years in Business
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Chestnut Oak Associates was founded in 1989.
People/Business
First Tee-Connecticut Organizational Changes Reflect Growth
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Aiming to enhance its investment in staff resources and ensure organizational growth, First Tee – Connecticut is pleased to announce new team members and the evolved roles of existing staff.
Farming/Nature
Sydney Fuller Wildlife Management Property
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As kids we were drawn to my uncle’s pond which is now part of the Sydney Fuller Wildlife Preserve, a Suffield Land Conservancy property.
Organizations
Zak Public Service Fund Accepting Grant Applications
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Applications are being accepted until Friday, March 1. Information session is scheduled for Feb. 7.
Organizations
Photography Exhibit Slated for Pinney Gallery
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The Suffield Arts Council will feature a collection of fine photographs during February, on display in the Pinney Gallery, at Suffield’s Kent Memorial Library.
