Tolland
Massachusetts
Town of Tolland
About :
Tolland forms the southwest extremity of Hampden County, and is bounded on the north by Otis and Blandford, on the east by Granville, by Sandisfield on the west, and by Colebrook and Hartland, in Connecticut, on the south. Its assessed area is 18,186 acres; and there are 5,614 acres of beech, birch and maple. The whole town is on elevated land, and has few hills of much altitude. In the north is Messenger Pond; in the south, Cranberry; and north of Tolland Centre (the village and post-office) is the larger Noyes Pond, the source of Hubbard's River, which with its affluents drains the eastern section of the town. The rock is of granitic appearance, and the soil is clayey.
The product of the 112 farms in 1885 was valued at $61,752. Maple sugar was made to amount of 49,530 pounds; and of maple molasses, 564 gallons; valued altogether at $4,482. There were two saw mills and a wood-turning mill, employing about 25 men. Some leather and metallic goods were made also. The value of the total manufactured product was $39,775. The population was 422; of whom 117 were legal voters. The valuation in 1888 was $162,692, with a tax-rate of $16 on $1,000. There were 96 taxed dwelling-houses. There are five public school-houses, valued at nearly $2,000. The Congregationalists have a church edifice at the village, occupying what is supposed to be the highest ground in its latitude between the Connecticut and the Housatonic rivers.
This town was formerly a part of Granville, and was set off and incorporated, June 14, 1810. It was settled in 1750; and among its first inhabitants were James Barlow, Samuel Hubbard, Moses Gough, Titus Fowler and Robert Hamilton. The church was organized in 1797; and the Rev. Roger Harrison, the first pastor, served also in the capacity of postmaster, town-clerk, and representative to the General Court. The Rev. Gordon Hall (1784-1826), first American missionary to Bombay, and also an author of some note, was a native of this town. Tolland furnished 25 men for the Union cause in the late war, of whom 12 perished in the service.
Recent News
Town of Tolland: Current Information From Hampden County Registry Of Deeds
The Hampden County Registry of Deeds is OPEN for FULL SERVICE BUSINESS (ERecording, In-Person Recording, Plan Recording, Registered and Unregistered Land) in two locations: Springfield Office Westfield City Hall …
Read More »Town of Tolland Broadband News -The Last Update
Comcast/Xfinity service is now available to almost every home in Tolland. The service includes TV, Internet, and Phone. Additionally, as a Comcast/Xfinity Customer you can purchase Mobile phone service too. Comcast has completed the build of the…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Dog Tags On The Way
New dog tags were received by the Town Clerk last week. She has processed all license applications submitted as of 3/1/2023 and have sent them out by return mail on Saturday 3/4/2023.
Read More »Town Of Tolland : Annual Street Census 2nd Notice
Annual Street Census 2nd Notice Annual Street Census I want to thank everyone who have taken the time to complete and mail back their annual street census that were sent out the 1st week in January. I have received approximately 2/3 of them…
Read More »Town of Tolland News - Office Hours for Senator Paul Mark
Office Hours for Senator Paul Mark Office hours for Senator Paul Mark for Hampden County constituents are the 2nd and 4th Mondays from 1pm to 4pm at the Southwick Town Hall at 454 College Highway. Senator Mark's district office is located at 775…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Tolland Accepting Online Tax Bill Payments
Tolland is able to accept online tax bill payments; currently just excise taxes with real estate and personal property coming by April. There is a link under Quick Access on the main page at Tolland-ma.gov. Online bill payment is only available…
Read More »Town of Tolland : Health Presentation on Seasonal Affectiveness Disorder February 27, 2023
On Monday, February 27 from 9a-10a Christine Southworth, Regional Public Health Nurse from Southwick Board of Health, will offer a presentation on Seasonal Affective Disorder at the Public Safety Complex. Click Here to Vie wthe More Information…
Read More »Town of Tolland Accepting Bids For Town Lawn Care
The Town of Tolland is requesting sealed bids for lawn care and mowing of Town properties. Bids must be submitted to the Town Hall at 241 West Granville Road, Tolland, MA by bid opening on March 8, 2023 at 10 A.M. Contact Kate Donovan,…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Free Covid Test Kits Available
Covid Test kits are available for free at the Tolland Town Hall and the Tolland Public…
Read More »Town of Tolland: Southwick Senior Center Events In February 2023
Southwick Senior Center Events in February 413-569-5498 Open to Southwick, Granville and Tolland Seniors Feb 7 @ 9:30– The Culinary Arts Students from Westfield Technical Academy and the Head Chef will be returning to the Senior Center. …
Read More »Town of Tolland News - Stay Up to Date with COVID-19 Vaccines - January 25, 2023
Stay Up to Date with COVID-19 Vaccines Including Boosters What You Need to Know - Updated (bivalent) boosters became available on: September 2, 2022, for people aged 12 years and older October 12, 2022, for people aged 5–11 years…
Read More »Town of Tolland - From The Town Clerk About The Annual Census
The annual street census is being mailed to all full time households by January 17, 2023. List all members of your households including children. Make any changes or additions and don’t forget to sign and date the bottom before returning it…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Our Community Food Pantry
Our Community Food Pantry Serving Southwick, Granville and Tolland 220 College Highway, Southwick, MA O 1077 413-569-9876 Our mission is to feed the hungry in the three towns of Southwick, Granville and…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Skating Rink Is Open
The skating rink behind the Public Safety Complex is now open. Though today the ice might feel a bit rough, after a bit of rain and quickly dropping temps, there should be a nice smooth surface for weekend skating. All are welcome. Please skate at…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Covid Test Expriration Date Extension
With the Holidays here and family gatherings, this is a reminder that many at home covid test expiration dates have been extended. Chick HERE for a list of FDA approved tests and their extended…
Read More »Town Of Tolland : Important Notice From STGRSD Dept Of Special Education
The STGRSD Department of Special Education has posted a Child Find Notice available HERE. The purpose of the notice is to help identify any child within the DIstrict who may have a…
Read More »Town of Tolland : COA Hosts A Chili Day In Tolland Feburary 18, 2022
As a way to break the winter doldrums the Tolland COA will be hosting a Chili Day in Tolland on February 18, 2023 – a Chili tasting and judging event. The event will begin at 2 PM. Several town departments and residents of Tolland will be…
Read More »Town of Tolland - A Message From Tolland's Health Agent
Covid-19 cases are on the rise. For information, tools and action steps please visit the site below at cdc.gov.…
Read More »Town of Tolland News - Southwick Senior Center Events in January 2023
Southwick Senior Center Events in January 413-569-5498 Open to Tolland Seniors Foot Care Clinic offered by nurse Debra Deane. Cost of service $40.00 paid directly to nurse. Appointments will be held every month. Currently scheduling…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Come One, Come All To Tolland's Fifth Annual Holiday Ride About
Come one, come all to Tolland's Fourth Annual Holiday Rideabout on Friday December 23rd, otherwise know as Christmas Eve Eve. Decorate a car, truck, trailer or whatever, as long as it is street legal, to celebrate the season. The Rideabout will…
Read More »Town of Tolland News - Tolland PD Seeking Traffic Control Officers
Tolland PD Seeking Traffic Control Officers The Tolland Police Dept. is currently taking applications for civilian Traffic Control Officers. This will be a 3 year appointment on an as needed biases. As a Traffic Control Officer you will assist the…
Read More »Town of Tolland Southwick Senior Center Events - November 2022
Southwick Senior Center Events in November Southwick Senior Center Events in November 413-569-5498 Open to Tolland Seniors November 10 – Veteran’s Day Breakfast at 8:30 a.m. Come enjoy pancakes, sausage, fruit and juice. Cost is $2.00.…
Read More »Town of Tolland : SHINE Presentation Re-Scheduled From November 3, 2022 to December 1, 2022
Due to unforeseen circumstances we need to change the date COA Sponsors SHINE presentation WHAT: The SHINE program (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone) provides free health insurance information to MA residents and their caregivers,…
Read More »Town of Tolland : Night at Tunxis November 11, 2022
Tolland Night at Tunxis November 11, 2022 6:30 PM Cocktails, 7:30PM Dinner The Tunxis Club invites Tolland to join them as their guests for an evening of friendship, food, and drink on Friday November 11, 2022. This time-honored tradition of…
Read More »Town of Tolland News - New Winter Hours at Small Town Convenience
Our new hours starting November 1st will be as follows: Monday: Closed Tuesday - Sunday: 8AM until 12PM and then 4PM until 6PM We now have our full liquor license and will start to stock the shelves in the coming weeks! We will continue to offer…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Areas Of Road Construction Starting Monday September 26, 2022
Please be advised, there will be travel delays on the following roadways beginning Monday 9/26. North end of Schoolhouse Road Paved section of Hartland Road Beetle Road (Colebrook River Road end) Full depth reclamation and paving will be…
Read More »Town of Tolland: Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Information
The heating season is approaching. Massachusetts has a program to assist residents pay for their cost of heat called the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Homeowners and renters, including households whose cost of heat is included…
Read More »The Tolland Cultural Council will host “The Georgia O’Keeffe Rose: How to Pastel Paint”
Award-winning pastel artist Gregory John Maichack will present “The Rose”, a pastel painting workshop for adults 18+ hosted by the Tolland Cultural Council on Thursday, September 22, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Public Safety Complex.…
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