Churches
First Church of Christ Happenings
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First Church of Christ, Congregational UCC is an open and affirming congregation of the United Church of Christ.
Sullivan’s Tobacco Plantation:Growers of Cigar Leaf Tobacco and more
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The John Sullivan & Son Tobacco Farm was started by my grandfather, John L. Sullivan.
Interfaith Council Celebrates Martin Luther King, Jr.
On Sunday, February 9 at Suffield’s Third Baptist Church, many gathered to remember and celebrate the life and teachings of Martin Luther King, Jr.
100 Years From Now
These last elections have touched me in a different way as I looked around me on Election Day.
Government/Town
Elms Get a Shave and a Haircut
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Seven elm trees on Main Street were recently treated to a tree’s version of a trip to the barbershop.
Winter Tree Walk
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Almost 30 hardy souls met on February 26 for a winter tree walk sponsored by the Suffield Land Conservancy (SLC) and Trees for Suffield.
FOFAH
On Sacred Ground Film Viewing
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In recognition of Earth Day on April 22, The Friends of the Farm at Hilltop are offering a free viewing of the new film On Sacred Ground.
FOFAH
Hilltop Farm Community Garden Plots Available
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If growing flowers and vegetables on the lush eastern slope of Hilltop Farm appeals to you, then sign up for your own Community Garden plot before they’re all taken.
Letter to the Editor
Is Our Library Neutral?
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In a public library, it should not be obvious which social movement or ideology is favored. At Kent Memorial Library, one particular movement is continuously showcased, as is evidenced by little signs and flags throughout and controversial children’s books displayed.
Government/Town
Suffield Police Activity Report – February 2023
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Suffield Police Activity Report – February 2023
Organizations
Observer Scholarships Available
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The Suffield Observer Board of Directors will sponsor two scholarships to Suffield residents who will be entering an accredited two or four-year college in September 2023.
Government/Town
Fire Cadet Lieutenant Sworn In
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Jonathan Stanley, 16 and a junior at Suffield High School, was sworn in on Monday, March 6 as the Suffield Fire Department’s newest Cadet Lieutenant.
Columns
Suffield Observations
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It was a Friday afternoon, and I was headed to the Kent Memorial Library. It was a beautiful spring day, the kind that invites everyone to take in our bucolic town.
Government/Town
First Selectman’s Update
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Happy Spring everybody! There’s nothing more I look forward to in any given year than to be able to get outside more on regular basis and enjoy the warmer weather.
Editorial
Childhood Back in the Day
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I was reminiscing about my younger years recently and how different my childhood was compared to today’s.
Government/Town
St. Joseph Church Plan Not Approved by P&Z Commission
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In October 2022, James McMahon requested an opportunity to discuss with the Planning and Zoning Commission a project to convert St. Joseph’s Church at 140 Main Street into residential housing per Section V.U. Adaptive Reuse Zoning Regulations.
People/Business
Local Businessman Runs in a Major World Challenge
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When I first heard that my neighbor and local small business owner Dan McCoy ran the World Marathon Challenge (WMC), I thought it (and he!) were crazy.
Organizations
SCA Cuts Ribbon to ADA Accessibility
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Suffield Community Aid (SCA) recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony to open their newly renovated space holding a large ADA accessible bathroom.