BRISTOL – In a return of its fall fundraiser, St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church will be holding its annual Taste of…
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Wednesday 10/05/2022
Men & Boys Fund exceeds fundraising challenge Posted: 05 October 2022 [01:18 PM] BRISTOL – The Men & Boys Fund has exceeded a fundraising challenge issued by an anonymous donor, securing a matching grant.…
Bristol police hosting trunk-or-treat event to bond with community members Posted: 05 October 2022 [12:32 PM] BRISTOL – Local police on Friday will be hosting a trunk-or-treat event that they hope will help build trust between Bristol…
BRISTOL BITS: Checking out some Bristol residents Posted: 05 October 2022 [12:26 PM] Every once in a while I like to include someone or a couple who are true citizens of Bristol, the type…
Second suspect charged in Plainville shoplifting that turned violent Posted: 05 October 2022 [11:56 AM] PLAINVILLE – Police have charged a second suspect in a shoplifting in Plainville that turned violent. Jamar Sims, 19, of New…
Tickets on sale for a grab and go pasta supper at the Bristol Senior Center Posted: 05 October 2022 [11:02 AM] BRISTOL – Tickets are on sale through Friday for a grab and go pasta supper at the Bristol Senior Center that…
Golnik named Town of Plymouth Volunteer of the Year Posted: 05 October 2022 [10:54 AM] PLYMOUTH – Keith Golnik has been named the Town of Plymouth Volunteer of the Year by the local Republican Town Committee…
Bristol Public Schools release first annual report Posted: 05 October 2022 [10:51 AM] BRISTOL – Bristol Public Schools has released its first annual report which highlights various district achievements, facts and more for area…
Bristol Republican Town Committee drops off bags, boxes of clothing for St. Vincent DePaul Mission Posted: 05 October 2022 [10:49 AM] BRISTOL –The Bristol Republican Town Committee dropped off multiple bags and boxes of clothing for St. Vincent DePaul Mission on Tuesday.…
Jones won't re-take stand in Sandy Hook defamation trial Posted: 05 October 2022 [10:41 AM] WATERBURY - The father of a boy killed at the Sandy Hook elementary school tried Tuesday to describe for a jury the…
Tuesday 10/04/2022
Bristol water reservoirs drop to below 70% capacity, city asks residents to voluntarily restrict water usage Posted: 04 October 2022 [01:49 PM] BRISTOL – With a city announcement that Bristol’s water reservoirs have dropped to just below 70 percent capacity the Bristol Water…
Torrington man gets 33 months in prison for role in Bristol crash that caused life-altering injuries for woman Posted: 04 October 2022 [12:47 PM] BRISTOL – A Torrington man has been sentenced to nearly three years in prison after police say he tested positive for…
Local 99 Restaurant raising money for Boys & Girls Club Posted: 04 October 2022 [12:12 PM] BRISTOL – The local 99 Restaurant has started a series of Tuesday Kid’s Night activities to support the Boys & Girls…
Newington resident running for governor as official Green Party candidate Posted: 04 October 2022 [11:53 AM] NEWINGTON – Universal healthcare and education are among Michelle Louise Bicking’s top priorities if elected Governor this November. The 45-year-old Newington…
Stanley Black & Decker launches free recycling program for homeowners Posted: 04 October 2022 [11:43 AM] Hooks_Ciara NEW BRITAIN – Stanley Black & Decker and TerraCycle have partnered to launch a free recycling program to encourage home owners…
Fire Prevention Week coming up Posted: 04 October 2022 [11:30 AM] PLYMOUTH – The Terryville Fire Department and National Fire Prevention Association have announced that the week of Oct. 9 through 15…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 04 October 2022 [10:42 AM] Plainville police report the following: Haley M. Craven, 23, of 64 Vega St., New Britain, was charged Sept. 27 with second degree…
Bristol teen goes missing with no car or cell phone Posted: 04 October 2022 [08:39 AM] BRISTOL – A local teenager has gone missing with no cell phone or a mode of transportation. Police late Monday asked…
Oklahoma man had high-capacity magazine, machete in truck after leaving scene of Plainville car crash: police Posted: 04 October 2022 [07:30 AM] PLAINVILLE – An Oklahoma man was found with a high-capacity magazine and a machete in his pickup truck after police said…
Monday 10/03/2022
US Supreme Court won't hear troopers' appeal in records case Posted: 03 October 2022 [01:46 PM] HARTFORD - The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear an appeal by the Connecticut State Police Union in its challenge…
Plymouth Historical Society will lead a lantern tour Posted: 03 October 2022 [01:22 PM] BRISTOL – The Plymouth Historical Society will lead a lantern tour of the historic Plymouth Burying Ground and visit a home…
Silver Alert issued for Southington teen Posted: 03 October 2022 [12:52 PM] SOUTHINGTON – State police late Sunday issued a Silver Alert for a teenager from Southington. Kayla Griffin, 16, has been missing…
Federal prosecutors seeking maximum 50-year prison term for Kyle Fasold on child exploitation charges: court documents Posted: 03 October 2022 [12:37 PM] PLAINVILLE – Federal prosecutors are expected to ask for a prison term that will span several decades during the sentencing for…
Veterans Strong Community Center will soon be putting on first 'Whiskey for Warriors' Posted: 03 October 2022 [12:32 PM] BRISTOL – As a means of encouraging area residents with a taste for the warrior spirit to show their financial support,…
Pequabuck River Duck Race has good turnout Posted: 03 October 2022 [12:23 PM] BRISTOL – The Pequabuck River Duck Race had good turnout despite the weather this past Sunday, helping to raise money for…
State, city leaders celebrate opening of three new, affordable, single-family homes in Bristol Posted: 03 October 2022 [11:41 AM] BRISTOL – State and city leaders, along with Community Housing Greater New Britain, celebrated the opening of three new, affordable, single-family…
Bristol Bazaar coming soon to city Posted: 03 October 2022 [11:32 AM] BRISTOL – Eric and Carolyn Verikas, owners of Dusty Dude Woodworks, are in the process of opening their second local business,…
New Britain woman expected to face sentencing soon in double fatal crash in Southington Posted: 03 October 2022 [11:17 AM] SOUTHINGTON -- A New Britain woman is expected to be sentenced later this month after pleading guilty to charges connected to…
Moose back on the loose in Connecticut after rescuers free it from fence Posted: 03 October 2022 [10:10 AM] BARKHAMSTED - A moose is back on the loose in Connecticut after some quick-acting rescuers helped to free it from a fence.…
Hartford man robbed person at Bristol ATM, led police on pursuit before crashing car Posted: 03 October 2022 [08:33 AM] BRISTOL – A Hartford man led police on a brief pursuit that ended in a car accident on Sunday after he…
Sunday 10/02/2022
Mary Immaculate's '72 graduates reunite after 50 years Posted: 02 October 2022 [02:57 PM] Erica Drzewiecki @drzewieckinbh Fifty years leaves a lot to catch up on, and this group took their time. Close to a dozen…
Accident shuts down part of Route 6 Posted: 02 October 2022 [02:06 PM] Erica Drzewiecki @drzewieckinbh BRISTOL – A portion of Route 6 remained closed due to a car accident that took place around mid-day…
Hundreds walk to end Alzheimer's in Rockwell Park Sunday Posted: 02 October 2022 [12:48 PM] Erica Drzewiecki @drzewieckinbh BRISTOL – Rockwell Park was filled with families yearning for a cure to one of the most debilitating and…
Saturday 10/01/2022
Bristol-Burlington Health District holds first Community Shower to connect families with services Posted: 01 October 2022 [10:35 PM] BRISTOL – Over 10 organizations and 50 families gathered in the Bristol Senior Center Saturday with prizes, giveaways and information for…
Friday 09/30/2022
Apple Harvest Festival gets off to a strong start Posted: 30 September 2022 [08:13 PM] SOUTHINGTON – The 53rd Annual Apple Harvest Festival got off to a strong start Friday as visitors flocked to downtown to…
Plainville PumpkinFest returns, looks to raise money Posted: 30 September 2022 [02:37 PM] PLAINVILLE – The Plainville PumpkinFest returns for the 7th year on Oct. 22. The Festival will offer a spooky house, kids’…
Jainchill & Beckert, LLC can help you when you need it most Posted: 30 September 2022 [01:26 PM] PLAINVILLE – Jainchill & Beckert, LLC, located at 144 W Main St., handles cases in Personal Injury, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Worker’s…
BRISTOL BITS: Taking a look at Dunn Block Posted: 30 September 2022 [01:04 PM] Joan Grande recently sent Edward “Bucky” Dunn, now living out of state, a photo of the KindCare Assisted Living facility being…
Plymouth police investigating two burglaries in one night at pizza houses Posted: 30 September 2022 [12:43 PM] PLYMOUTH – Two local pizza parlors were burglarized in the early morning hours Thursday by several suspects who forced their way…
Area economic, healthcare, city leaders break ground on new Wheeler Health building Posted: 30 September 2022 [12:39 PM] BRISTOL – Area economic, healthcare and city leaders broke ground Thursday on the new Wheeler Health administrative headquarters and health center…
Bristol police trying to ID suspect they say stole from grocery store multiple times Posted: 30 September 2022 [12:32 PM] BRISTOL – Police are trying to identify a woman suspected of stealing from a local grocery store multiple times. The police…
Gun owners, rights groups challenge Connecticut firearms ban Posted: 30 September 2022 [12:27 PM] HARTFORD - Citing a U.S. Supreme Court decision earlier this year, gun rights groups and firearms owners have launched another attempt to…
Bristol Town Republican Committee holding free viewing of '2000 Mules' Posted: 30 September 2022 [12:08 PM] BRISTOL – The Bristol Town Republican Committee will be holding a free viewing of “2000 Mules” on Oct. 21 at 7…
Boys & Girls Club of Bristol invites community to Halloween party Posted: 30 September 2022 [12:05 PM] BRISTOL – The Boys & Girls Club of Bristol invites the community to join them in a “Spooky Blast” Halloween party…
Kyle Fasold pleads guilty to child exploitation offenses that carry minimum of 15 years in prison Posted: 30 September 2022 [11:04 AM] PLAINVILLE – Kyle Fasold is expected to serve at least 15 years in prison after taking a plea deal in federal…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 30 September 2022 [10:55 AM] Sept. 13 Craig Kallberg, 54, 29 Richard Ct., Bristol, third-degree criminal mischief Zuleica Roman, 31, 158 School St. Apt. 1,…
PET OF THE WEEK: Maverick Posted: 30 September 2022 [10:54 AM] PET OF THE WEEK This week’s pet is Maverick, a one-month-old guinea pig. CHS and other shelters in the Northeast are seeing…
MAYOR'S CORNER: Cannabis is here ... Posted: 30 September 2022 [10:44 AM] The State of Connecticut Legislature passed a law allowing adult use recreational marijuana (cannabis) and is in the process of issuing…
Southington police blotter Posted: 30 September 2022 [10:39 AM] Southington police report the following: Nicholas William Cesca, 30, of 245 Berlin Ave., Apartment 1, was charged Sept. 25 with fourth degree…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 30 September 2022 [10:38 AM] Plainville police report the following: Manuel Miguel Tlatelpa Aragon, 27, of 64 Center St., Apartment 11 was charged Sept. 21 with interfering…