Communicator Begins New Era of Eastford News,
“Looking back on the last 32 years, and ahead to the future” Photos courtesy Liz Scranton Eastford seniors are seen preparing the January 2000 edition of the Eastford Communicator in December 1999 E...
Eastford Communicator vol. 33, no. 1
Town Hikes Transfer Station Fee to $100,
EASTFORD — If you picked up your Transfer Station stickers this past month, you may have noticed a bigger dent in your wallet as a result. That’s because during its June 10 meeting, the Board of Selec...
CCE fundraiser is 'fabulously fun',
EASTFORD — In April 2023, the Congregational Church of Eastford suffered a terrible loss, as its church building burned to the ground. More than a year later, the community has continued to rally to s...
Legislative Update,
The 2024 Legislative Session ran from the first week of February to the first week of June to adjust the State Budget and to take up other smaller issues ahead of the long session in 2025. For the sec...
Legislative Update,
I am working to help make Connecticut more affordable; historic income tax cuts for low- and middle-income people and families; earned Income Tax Credit increase for low-income workers; and expansion...
Notes from the First Selectman,
Progress continues on the Ashford Road Bridge over Bigelow Brook. Estimated date of construction is 2027. CHA Consulting and CT DOT have been very communicative and open with the residents and the tow...
Eastford Food Pantry Update
The Eastford Food Pantry is located at the Eastford Baptist Church, 133 Union Rd., in Eastford. The pantry is available to any resident of Eastford who is in need of food assistance. Delivery is avail...
Recreation Update
Eastford Recreation was so happy to see all those who joined us for Heart of Eastford 5K Run & Experience Eastford. We had an incredible turn out of volunteers, vendors, and citizens, which allowe...
CC Frog Jump continues long-standing tradition of fun,
EASTFORD — The Congregational Church of Eastford held its annual Frog Jump, Band Concert & Cookout on Saturday, July 13, at Crystal Pond Park, a tradition that has been upheld despite the church’s...
Tips for Today,
Fireflies/lightning bugs bring childhood magic into our summer evenings. They are in need of our support, and here are some actions you can take. Learn about fireflies. Did you know that fireflies a...
Emergency Management Update,
Be prepared, stay informed! CTPrepares Mobile App: Have all the latest and important information in the palm of your hand in the event of an emergency or loss of power. The CTPrepares Mobile App can...
Did You Know?,
Did you know that in 1872, Sumner Hill Road was called Yetter Hill Road? It was named for Andrew B. Yetter, who owned the farm at the top of Yetter Hill. A truckman from New York City, he was presiden...
Library Updates,
Library hosts bestselling author for book signing event Photos courtesy Jennifer John EASTFORD — On Saturday, June 22, the Eastford Public Library hosted bestselling suspense author Vanessa Lillie fo...
Congregational Church of Eastford Update,
It has been 16 months since fire destroyed the Congregational Church of Eastford’s beautiful and historic building, which had served the church and our community for 195 years. The church is moving fo...
Schools Update,
August is typically the time when families and students reluctantly allow thoughts of school to begin to make their way into their minds. However, before the school year ended in June, preparations we...
Eastford Independent Fire Company Update,
Thank you to the residents of Eastford who have helped sustain us through support and donations. Thank you to the Communicator for giving us the opportunity to tell the town what we do. But we need yo...
A Message from the Board of Trustees,
Around 1960, the Grove Cemetery Association began selling plots to Eastford residents in the newly developed, south section. At the time, there were only six-space, full burial plots available in that...
Conservation and Historic Preservation Commission Update,
The Eastford Conservation and Historic Preservation Commission (ECHPC) is a town-appointed commission providing information on the natural, agricultural, and historical resources of our town. We meet...
Eastford Baptist Church Update,
Greetings Eastford folks! My name is Tim Howard and I am the pastor of Eastford Baptist Church. It is an honor and privilege to be the shepherd of EBC and it is an even greater privilege to be a part...
Calendar
August Wednesday, Aug. 7 On Wednesday, Aug. 7, the Eastford Public Library will host two events — Papier-mâché Vase STEAM (3 p.m.); and 500-Piece Puzzle Challenge (6 p.m.). Call the library at (860) 9...