October 2, 2025
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Guilford Vol. XXVIII Iss. 40
Guilford Unites to Renovate Beloved Snack Shack By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer
The concession stand at Guilford High School’s football field recently received structural and operational upgrades to better serve patrons during home games. What may appear to be a simple project turned out to be a collaborative effort that encapsulates the Guilford community. Superintendent of Schools Paul Freeman
said the project is a “really good example [of] how Guilford works collaboratively.” That collaboration included the Board of Education (BOE), Town Hall, the Guilford Foundation, and several vendors. While the athletic fields are maintained by town employees, “the snack shack is an extension of that shared responsibility,” Freeman said, making the upgrades essential.
First Selectman Matt Hoey said he was alerted to the stand’s former condition after hearing from the Guilford Health Department about concerns over its noncompliance with certain regulations. Ultimately, 10 vendors contributed to the renovation, which was completed in 30 days, according to the First Selectman’s office. The
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Pozole with a Purpose Carlos Dominguez of Mexitale Kitchen ladles out samples of his pozole for guests outside Ella, Where She Shops, near the Guilford Green on Sept. 28 during the Chowder Challenge and Artisan Marketplace, hosted by the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce. The event featured local artists, live music and businesses including Page Hardware, Jaipore Xpress, Star Gourmet and Chapter One competing for best chowder while raising funds for local charities.
Photo by Wesley Bunnell/ The Courier
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