Vital Statistics
Births September: 1 October: 0 Marriages September: 0 October: 0 Deaths September: 2 October: 0 Real Estate Transactions Aug. 21: 228 Eastford Rd., $349,000, Marcus A. Guasp to Cody Randall; Au...
Eastford Communicator vol. 33, no. 3
Trick or treat!
EASTFORD — The town was filled with Halloween cheer in October as the town hosted two “Trunk or Treat” events for kids. The first event, at Buell’s Orchard on Sunday, Oct. 27, featured more than a doz...
Tips for Today,
Happy December! Be inventive with your holiday gift wrapping. Newspapers, magazines, and colorful shopping bags all make great wrapping paper, especially if you decorate and add your own personal touc...
Seniors Update,
Attention seniors! We now have an official Eastford Seniors Committee! If you would like to join and get more information, please contact Vice Chairman Michele Palulis at [email protected],...
Legislative Update,
Thank you for the trust you have placed in me to be your State Senator for another term. It is a responsibility I take seriously every day (and many nights). I will continue my ethic of working for yo...
Scramble ready to predict future on 'Duck Day'
EASTFORD — Every midwinter, Americans across the country gather to hear from groundhogs whether winter will end early or last for another six weeks. Eastford has its own unique tradition. For the past...
Ashford/Eastford Scout Troop 92 Update
Scouts have been busy this fall. The Scouts and Cub Scouts joined together to decorate Ashford’s Babcock Library with Halloween scarecrows. Early in November, the Troop camped out at historic Ft. Adam...
From the Superintendent,
It is hard to believe we are already beginning the fourth month of the “new” school year. Together, our learning community has already celebrated several successes and overcome many challenges. As we...
What's Going on at the Eastford Public Library?,
As we begin to transition to shorter days and colder nights, Jennifer and I are busy planning holiday events here at the library! Story Time, Maker’s Night, Grim Reader’s Book Club, Movie Night, Child...
In the Garden,
As you observe your yard during this downtime, make notes on where you need to add something. If you haven’t already considered adding shrubs to your yard that provide interest in winter, your list wi...
Eastford native graduates Marines boot camp
PARRIS ISLAND, SC — Pvt. Hunter Haynes graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Training on Oct. 4 as a member of the 3rd Battalion November Company Platoon 3078. He was an Eastford Elementary School gradu...
Grove Cemetery Update,
In the spirit of this Thanksgiving season, the Eastford Grove Cemetery Association extends its sincere thanks to several groups. We want to start with comments on the beautification work of Andert Con...
Eastford Food Pantry Update,
The Eastford Food Pantry is seeking individuals or families who reside in Eastford and are in need of food assistance. Please call Audrey Carabeau at (860) 933-7685 to sign up. All referrals are kept...
From the First Selectman,
Governor Ned Lamont signed early voting legislation in May 2023. This piece of legislation became effective for any elections after Jan. 1, 2024. The legislation, Public Act 23-5, requires 14 days of...
Town election results echo national tallies, substantial voter turnout touted,
EASTFORD — Regardless of where you fall on the political spectrum, last month’s General Election (Nov. 5) was an important day in the history of the United States, as the country tallied their votes f...
From the Eastford Independent Fire Company,
Monthly emergency responses are rising steadily (August, 18; September, 15). From Jan. 1, 2024 to Oct. 31, we have responded to 199 emergencies. In 2023, we responded 237 times. We anticipate surpassi...
Bulldogs soccer season ends with playoff loss,
EASTFORD — The Eastford Bulldogs’ 2024 soccer season — much like a game — was a tale of two halves. The Bulldogs started the season on Sept. 17 like they had something to prove, scoring eight goals in...
EES Sign Contest Winner Announced
EASTFORD — The votes have been tallied, and the results are in. On Friday, Nov. 8, Eastford Elementary School students, teachers, and staff gathered at the front entrance of the school to announce the...
EES Auction nets more than $18k for D.C. trip
EASTFORD — The numbers have been officially crunched. After a night full of frenzied sales and fundraising on Saturday, Nov. 16, the EES Goods and Services Auction boasted one of its highest totals in...
The Pastor's Pen, Eastford Baptist Church,
As we move from Thanksgiving into the busy holiday season, it’s easy to let the spirit of gratitude fade away. While Christmas decorations go up and shopping lists grow, it can feel like Thanksgiving...
EBC class nurtures the joy of painting
EASTFORD — Eastford Baptist Church hosted its latest Community Painting Class on Saturday, Oct. 19, bringing together many who wanted to explore their artistic side. The event, which was held in the c...
Did You Know?,
Did you know that the first settler of Eastford was Captain John Perry of Marlborough, Mass.? Perry, born in Middlesex County in Massachusetts in 1682, was a post carrier on the route from Hartford to...
Congregational Church Update,
Greetings to all from the Congregational Church of Eastford. We want to invite you to some holiday events! Check out the Calendar section in this edition of the Communicator for more! Here are some up...
Calendar
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Harvest Festival continues fall tradition at Buell's
EASTFORD — Buell’s Orchard hosted its 5th Annual Harvest Festival Saturday, Oct. 12 and Monday, Oct. 14, over the Columbus Day holiday weekend, bringing in thousands of people from all over New Englan...
Ball debuts as new library director,
Ball looking forward to tenure as town’s library director EASTFORD — Katie Ball has always loved to read. As it turns out, that love of reading has manifested itself into a new role as the director of...