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Suffield’s Liberty Tree Puts Down Roots

By Danna Gauntner, Suffield Tree Committee | June 1, 2026

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.

Painting the Barn at Hilltop

By By Kacy Colston, FOFAH Member | July 1, 2023

Painters are hard at work on the big white barn at Hilltop!

Bald Eagle Golf Outing

By By Kacy Colston, FOFAH Volunteer | July 1, 2023

Join the Friends of the Farm at Hilltop for a relaxing afternoon of golf on Saturday, August 26 at the Suffield Country Club.

Dog Day at Hilltop

By By Kate Harding | July 1, 2023

Ocean State Schutzhund Club will be hosting a “Dog Day” at Hilltop Farm on August 19 from 9 a.m. to noon.

July/August Front Page News Over the Years

By Beth Chafetz | July 1, 2023

Over the past twenty-five years the Observer has covered many stories about local people, events and businesses.

A Heartfelt Thank You to Suffield

By Tony Peterson | July 1, 2023

Scaling back after 25 years of interior and exterior house painting in Suffield, Jerry Hunihan had a message for town residents.

Student Honored

By Richard Sych | July 1, 2023

Kelly McDonough is pictured with Fr. Ted Raczynski at the Knights of Columbus Golf Tournament banquet (from the July-August 2010 issue).

Suffield Police Activity Report – May 2023

By By The Suffield Police Department | July 1, 2023

Suffield Police Activity Report – May 2023

Suffield Fire Department Incident Report May 2023

By Ron Carlson | July 1, 2023

Suffield Fire Department Incident Report May 2023

New Fire Chief Sworn In

By Beth Chafetz | July 1, 2023

On Sunday afternoon many gathered at the Mountain Road fire station in Suffield to celebrate the swearing in of Suffield’s new Fire Chief Scott Cunningham.

Too busy to look up what’s going on in town? Here’s a recap right at your fingertips. This article covers selected information from minutes of various Town Boards and Commissions. If you want more detail, it can be found by going to suffieldct.gov, Agenda, Meetings and Minutes. Board of Education: Business Manager Bill Hoff congratulated Dr. Laura LaFlamme, Teacher of the Year, and Kathy Bissonnette, Paraeducator of the Year.