Ashford Road bridge project slated for 2027
Traffic to be detoured for months during bridge reconstruction EASTFORD — The bridge over Bigelow Brook on Ashford Road has stood firm since 1937. In 2027, 90 years after it first was constructed, it...
Eastford Communicator vol. 33, no. 2
Auction event to fund upcoming D.C. trip,
EASTFORD — Eastford Elementary School’s annual Washington D.C. field trip for eighth graders has become a tradition that dates back at least three decades, and if the Eastford School Auction Committee...
New Recycling Regulations Announced,
EASTFORD — The Town of Eastford contracts with Casella Waste Systems in Willimantic, CT, for hauling and disposal of trash and recyclables from the Transfer Station. Casella offers significant municip...
Early Voting Dates Announced
EASTFORD — The following dates for both early voting and general elections have been announced for October and November. Early voting for the General Election will be held daily from Oct. 21-28, Oct....
Scouts Remain Active
EASTFORD/ASHFORD — Cub Scout Troop 92 was the Honor Guard and marched in the Ashford Family Fun Day Parade on Sept. 15. In September, the Troop held a Court of Honor to award merit badges and advancem...
Churches Unite to Host Sports Camp Outreach
EASTFORD — More than 100 children convened at Eastford Elementary School every morning during the week of July 22-26 for the annual Sports Camp event hosted by the Congregational Church of Eastford, L...
EBC goes on 'Scripture Safari' for VBS
Annual program raises more than $1K for missionary family EASTFORD — Eastford Baptist Church hosted its annual Vacation Bible School nightly from Monday, July 29 through Friday, Aug. 2. The theme, “Sc...
Election Coverage for 35th State Senate District,
The Eastford Communicator sent a questionnaire to both candidates, with the same questions, with the same rules. These answers are edited due to space constraints — but every care was taken to preserv...
Eastford Conservation and Historic Preservation Commission Update,
The Eastford Conservation and Historic Preservation Commission is a town-appointed commission providing information on the natural, agricultural, and historical resources of our town. We meet on the f...
Calendar
Ongoing Adult Community Volleyball is held each Monday at 6:30 p.m., at Eastford Baptist Church, 133 Union Rd., Eastford, CT 06242. Join us for a few games of casual volleyball! No need to be a profes...
EIFC Update,
Emergency responses have increased. July – 18 responses - August – 18 responses. From January 1, 2024 to mid-September, we have responded to 173 emergencies. For 2023, we responded 237 times. we antic...
Congregational Church of Eastford Update,
The Congregational Church of Eastford offers programs open to the community designed to help people in various sorts of spiritual, emotional and practical need. Grief Share: The Congregational Church...
From the Superintendent,
The transition from summer to fall has been a busy and very rewarding time for the Eastford Community of Learners. Although the official enrollment date is Oct. 1, 2024, we started the school year wit...
From the First Selectman,
Too often, we do not take the time to thank the people who share their time, expertise, and dedication with the Town of Eastford. We would like to thank the following and let them we know we appreciat...
Tips for Today,
Calling all Pumpkins! Autumn is here — full of all those things we love — colorful leaves, bonfires, spooky stories, cooler weather, apples, candy, football, Halloween, and all-things pumpkin. Perhaps...
In The Garden,
As we transition to autumn, let’s hope for cooler, drier days in which we spend pleasant time in the garden. It is getting trickier to predict what each season will bring. Autumn is the only time you...
Vital Statistics
Vital statistics and real estate transactions are provided monthly by the Town of Eastford Assessor’s Office. August Deaths: 1 Births: 0 Marriages: 2 Real Estate Transactions July 2: 123 Ashford Rd.,...
Upcoming Meetings
October Tuesday, Oct. 1 Conservation & Historic Preservation Commission, 7 p.m., Town Office Building Saturday, Oct. 5 Recreation Commission, 9:30 a.m., Town Office Building Monday, Oct. 7 Board o...
Assessor's Notice to Taxpayers,
All persons liable to pay taxes are hereby notified to declare all tangible personal property owned by them as of October 1st. CGS 12-41(d) provides that the assessor must apply a 25% PENALTY for fail...
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 co...
Warning of Special Town Meeting
The legal voters and those qualified to vote at town meetings of the Town of Eastford, Connecticut are hereby warned that a Special Town Meeting will be held in person at the Eastford Town Office Buil...