Current Issue: vol. 35, no. 4, November 1, 2026
Sample Ballot
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Calendar
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Vital Statistics
Births September: 1 Marriages September: 1 Deaths September: 0 Public Meetings November Tuesday, Nov. 3: Conservation and Historic Preservation Commission, 7 p.m., Town Office Building Monday, Nov. 9:...
Tips for Today,
Happy autumn! There are a lot of mushrooms in the woods right now, with all kinds of striking colors (purple, orange, red, gold) and artistic shapes (ones that look like coral reefs or a fan). They ha...
From the First Selectman,
Help shape the future of Eastford! Eastford is fortunate to have dedicated, knowledgeable residents who volunteer their time to serve on our commissions and committees. These volunteers play an import...
From the Superintendent,
November is a time to celebrate accomplishments, give thanks, and reflect on the work still ahead. It is a chance to recognize what is going well, consider the challenges we have encountered, and adju...
PawSafe Dog of the Month
Did You Know? A dog’s nose stays wet because it secretes a special mucus that traps scent chemicals. They then lick their nose to sample the scent and figure out what it is. Dog Of The Month Hey, I’m...
What’s Happening at Eastford Public Library?,
Our Annual November Food Drive to support the important work of the Eastford Food Pantry is underway. Here’s a reminder of the kinds of items that would be helpful: Protein-rich foods, such as canned...
Kernan retires from Air National Guard after 24 years: ‘I hope I've helped prepare the next generation’,
EASTFORD — After 24 years of honorable service in the Rhode Island Air National Guard, Senior Master Sgt. Charles H. Kernan, of Eastford, celebrated his retirement on Saturday, Oct. 3, in a ceremony a...
In the Garden,
Those of us who plant spring-flowering bulbs in the fall use tulips and daffodils mostly. In this article, I will give you some other ideas to add to your spring display. When winter is finally over,...
From the Eastford Grove Cemetery Association
From the Board of Trustees: Flags: American flags and fire department flags will be removed on Thursday, November 12th. Plot owners who remove their military flag holders for the winter are reminded...
Eastford Food Pantry Update,
The Eastford Food Pantry is located at the Eastford Baptist Church, 133 Union Rd. Please see our hours of operation below. If you reside in Eastford and are in need of food assistance, call Audrey Car...
Library hosts popular horror author for discussion event
EASTFORD — On Saturday, Sept. 19, the Eastford Public Library hosted well-known psychological horror author Paul Tremblay to the library for a discussion. Jody Blanchette interviewed Tremblay, who was...
From the Eastford Independent Fire Company #1, Inc.,
The EIFC responded to 32 “911” emergencies in September. In addition to the monthly business meeting, truck check, and Line Officers meeting, drills included EpiPen administration, hose and ladder adv...
Did You Know?,
Did you know that in 1951, a runoff election was needed to determine Eastford’s third selectman? In the election held on Oct. 1, 1951, Harold Carpenter (D) and Robert MacFarlane (D) each received 13 v...
Bulldogs boys, girls down to the wire of regular season,
Editor’s Note: This edition was sent to press on Monday, Oct. 26, which was before the Eastford Bulldogs’ final regular season game against Ashford on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Therefore, we could not include...
The Pastor’s Pen,
November is all about gratitude. As Thanksgiving approaches, many of us look forward to sharing a meal, catching up with family and friends, and enjoying familiar traditions. It is also a good time to...
Painting class gives community a brush with creativity at EBC
EASTFORD — On Friday, Sept. 25, Eastford Baptist Church hosted a Community Painting Class. More than 25 community members attended the class, led by EBC Pastor Timothy Howard Jr., who has been paintin...
From the Congregational Church of Eastford,
Our experience of time is a funny thing sometimes. For instance, the things in life we want to go fastest are often the times we experience as the slowest. Painful seasons of life, dentist appointment...
Pumpkin Picasso
EASTFORD — The Congregational Church of Eastford hosted a free pumpkin carving event on Sunday, Oct. 18, at Eastford Elementary School. Stations were set up for people of all ages to carve and decorat...
Buell’s Orchard celebrates autumn with annual Harvest Festival
EASTFORD — Buell’s Orchard enjoyed picturesque, sunny weather over Columbus Day weekend, perfect for their annual Harvest Festival on Saturday, Oct. 10, and Monday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The...
A solid salute
EASTFORD — Special thanks to Eastford resident William Rogerson for sending us this photo of an American flag he created out of bricks. He commented: “I thought it would work well in the November issu...
Windham-Tolland 4-H Camp News
Our Ragged Hill Woods environmental science winter program schedule is off and running. We offer homeschool programs on Mondays for children in grades 6 to 8 from 8 to 11 a.m., and for grades 2 to 5 f...