The Cheshire Blogger
Here we feature articles about the History, the People, News, Lifestyles and just about anything of interest to the Cheshire Connecticut Community.
Deferred maintenance is politically easy because underground infrastructure is invisible.
Action Required: Addressing Cheshire’s Aging Infrastructure and the Hidden Cost of “Invisible” Water
The Long Water Land: A History of the Quinnipiac People
For modern residents of Cheshire Connecticut, the word "Quinnipiac" is ubiquitous. It’s on our bridges, our university stationery, and our trail markers. Yet, for nearly two centuries, the people who gave this region its name were often relegated to a footnote in colonial history.
The Halls of Cheshire: A Family That Built a Town—and Kept Building It.
In the long, layered story of Cheshire, Connecticut, few names appear with the frequency—or the weight—of the Hall family. Drawing from Joseph Perkins Beach’s seminal 1912 history, their presence is not incidental. It is structural. From the earliest days of settlement through the modern era, the Hall family’s imprint can be traced across nearly every dimension of town life: spiritual, political, agricultural, educational, and civic.
Pete DeBisschop
In a town that values both tradition and local pride, few stories capture the spirit of Cheshire quite like that of Pete DeBisschop.
The Story of Pete DeBisschop and Pop’s Pizza
Cheshire CVFD
Volunteer Fire Departments: A System Under Pressure
In Cheshire, these national patterns are playing out in tangible ways. The town, once supported by a robust volunteer fire service, is now transitioning toward a “combination” model that blends volunteer and career personnel.
Staying “Wildlife Wise” This Spring
Practical Steps for Residents
As April progresses, wildlife activity in Cheshire is increasing, with residents reporting frequent sightings of black bears and coyotes across town.
Cheshire Student Detained by ICE Draws Local, State Attention
A developing situation involving a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention has brought significant attention to the Cheshire community, as a local high school senior remains in custody while legal proceedings unfold.
The Atwater Legacy: Call to the Revolution
A Father’s Hard Choice at Hillside
Walk through Hillside Cemetery today and you’ll find the memorial for Abraham Atwater (1716–1786).
Barbara Buckland
Memories of the Cheshire Town Farm A Talk by Barbara Buckland
Barbara is the daughter of Wilbur Buckland, who managed the Town Farm from 1929 until the town discontinued its operation in 1938.
Getting Hands on Every Hydrant
Cheshire’s hydrant network is extensive, essential, and overdue for systematic attention.
Richard C. Bartlem
First Director of Parks and Recreation
When Bartlem assumed his role in 1968, the town's recreational infrastructure was limited to a single pond, one park, and a drop-in youth center.
Cheshire Town Players
CTP is a nonprofit, volunteer-driven theater group
The group hosts cabaret-style performances.
Cheshire Grange
Order of Patrons of Husbandry
As of March 2026, the Cheshire Grange is experiencing a notable and historically significant renaissance.
From "Honey Pot" to Cheshire Country Club
The landscape at 290 Country Club Road today is one of quiet suburban charm, but for much of the 20th century, it was the thumping heart of Cheshire’s social and athletic life
Seems Like Yesterday: Cheshire’s Time Capsule on South Main
The consensus among Cheshire residents is clear: Bobby Leonard’s personal touch makes the difference.
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The institution of slavery persisted in Connecticut until its final abolition in 1848
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Rick's View 0f Life
I love researching history, news of interest and just basically people, places and things that drag me down the rabbit hole. In this section anything goes.
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