BRISTOL – The Bristol Democratic Town Committee recently released its endorsement slate of candidates for this coming November election. Committee officials…
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Thursday 08/05/2021
PET OF THE WEEK: Shadow Knight Posted: 05 August 2021 [03:16 PM] PET OF THE WEEK Can you imagine not being able to open your mouth enough to eat? That was Shadow Knight's life…
Imagine Nation took part in some earthly space exploration as part of Home School Day Posted: 05 August 2021 [02:58 PM] BRISTOL – Families visited the Imagine Nation Children’s Museum and Preschool Thursday afternoon to take part in some earthly space exploration…
UConn Coach Geno Auriemma will headline United Way of Southington's annual campaign dinner Posted: 05 August 2021 [01:32 PM] SOUTHINGTON – UConn Women's Basketball Head Coach Geno Auriemma will headline the United Way of Southington's annual campaign dinner Sept. 10…
Local legislators, town leaders tour renovated Plymouth Food Pantry Posted: 05 August 2021 [01:27 PM] PLYMOUTH – The Plymouth Food Pantry welcomed local legislators, town leaders and representatives of community organizations Thursday as they toured, blessed…
Despite outbreaks, Lamont doesn't foresee COVID mandates Posted: 05 August 2021 [12:32 PM] Despite expressing concern about some recent COVID-19 outbreaks in Connecticut, notably at a birthday party and a summer camp, Gov. Ned Lamont…
Connecticut seeks disaster declaration for crop damage Posted: 05 August 2021 [12:24 PM] AP HARTFORD - Gov. Ned Lamont announced Thursday he is seeking a disaster declaration from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help…
Bristol Ordinance Committee looks at new updates, laws regarding marijuana sales Posted: 05 August 2021 [11:17 AM] BRISTOL – With new updates in state and potential local laws regarding marijuana, the Bristol Ordinance Committee discussed the pros and…
Larson cosponsoring legislation to reinstate federal eviction moratorium Posted: 05 August 2021 [10:48 AM] BRISTOL – Congressman John Larson of Connecticut’s first district reminded others that with the passing of the federal eviction moratorium that…
Waterbury woman killed in wrong way crash in Southington Posted: 05 August 2021 [10:45 AM] SOUTHINGTON -- A Waterbury woman driving the wrong way on the highway Wednesday evening was killed when she collided with a…
Wednesday 08/04/2021
Small businesses seek further guidance from state before making any changes Posted: 04 August 2021 [06:08 PM] A rapid increase in covid-19 cases due to the Delta variant has small businesses and restaurants reviewing health and safety policies,…
Hartford HealthCare discusses using masks indoors again Posted: 04 August 2021 [04:38 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Hartford HealthCare medical experts gave their opinion on CDC recommending Masking indoors again during a media briefing Monday.…
Government officials encourage residents to visit their local farmers market Posted: 04 August 2021 [04:05 PM] Government officials are encouraging residents to visit their local farmers market between Aug. 1 and Aug. 7 as part of National…
Man pleads guilty to firearm charge connected to arrest when he was wanted in Bristol, New Britain Posted: 04 August 2021 [03:44 PM] MERIDEN -- A man found with a handgun and ammunition after he tried escaping from Meriden police has pleaded guilty to…
City, Chamber leaders welcome Marv's Barber Shop to Bristol Posted: 04 August 2021 [03:35 PM] BRISTOL – City and Chamber leaders welcomed Marv’s Barber Shop to Bristol Wednesday, with owner Marvin Rodriguez bringing with him 25…
Manchester man could be sentenced this month after pleading no contest in Bristol burglary where $100K worth of goods went missing Posted: 04 August 2021 [03:14 PM] BRISTOL - A Manchester man who police say stole more than $100,000 worth of property during a Bristol burglary could be…
Lamont wants legislature to be involved in COVID decisions Posted: 04 August 2021 [02:22 PM] AP WATERBURY - Gov. Ned Lamont said Tuesday he would welcome a special legislative session to decide how to respond to the…
More than 800 UConn students seek vaccination exemption Posted: 04 August 2021 [02:18 PM] AP STORRS - More than 800 UConn students have asked to be exempted from the school's requirement that they be vaccinated against…
Serafino Pharmacy celebrates 65 years in Southington Posted: 04 August 2021 [12:43 PM] SOUTHINGTON – “It has been a lot of hard work and customer loyalty to get here,” said Ron Serafino, owner of…
Hartford HealthCare discusses how the Delta variant is a major concern Posted: 04 August 2021 [12:24 PM] NEW BRITAIN – During a media briefing, Hartford HealthCare discussed how the Delta variant is a major concern and urged for…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 04 August 2021 [12:01 PM] July 25 Seth Skonieczny, 35, NCA, Bristol, breach of peace second degree, assault third degree July 26 Anthony Hannah,…
Bristol City Arts and Culture Commission continuing mission of supporting, creating art Posted: 04 August 2021 [11:58 AM] BRISTOL – The Bristol City Arts and Culture Commission is continuing its mission of supporting and creating area art and discussions…
United Way is encouraging everyone to donate backpacks full of school supplies for local children Posted: 04 August 2021 [10:51 AM] BRISTOL – United Way of West Central Connecticut is encouraging the community to bring backpacks full of school supplies for local…
Tuesday 08/03/2021
Area residents rally in Bristol in support of unmasking students Posted: 03 August 2021 [09:10 PM] BRISTOL – Area residents gathered along a shopping plaza sidewalk on Farmington Avenue Tuesday evening to rally to “unmask” children in…
Lamont tours Southington's Juniper Design Group, praises the company for its growth Posted: 03 August 2021 [05:40 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Gov. Ned Lamont and other state and local leaders toured Juniper Design Group Tuesday, praising the company for its…
Police veteran retires from Bristol to become chief of police at ECSU Posted: 03 August 2021 [05:19 PM] BRISTOL -- On his last day working for the Bristol Police Department, Dep. Chief Stephen Tavares said he felt like he…
Green, performance space could come to downtown Bristol Posted: 03 August 2021 [05:00 PM] BRISTOL – With Centre Square development continuing, city officials have discussed the potential for putting a green space and performance space…
Firestone caught fire in Bristol Monday Posted: 03 August 2021 [02:58 PM] BRISTOL -- The roof of a local manufacturing company caught fire on Monday. Firefighters said they were dispatched in the early…
Bristol-Burlington Health District, Community Health Center offering a covid-19 clinic Thursday Posted: 03 August 2021 [02:56 PM] BRISTOL – Officials with the Bristol-Burlington Health District in a partnership with Community Health Center will be offering a covid-19 clinic…
Bristol Hospital celebrates Magnet re-accreditation Posted: 03 August 2021 [02:54 PM] BRISTOL -- A small glass case now filled with two obelisk trophies in the Bristol Hospital lobby is just the vision…
BRISTOL BITS: Taking a look at Hal Kilby Posted: 03 August 2021 [02:46 PM] I thought I’d share a photo of Hal Kilby with readers in case you do not know of him. Hal is…
Bristol will have another food distribution event Thursday Posted: 03 August 2021 [02:44 PM] BRISTOL – The United Way of West Central Connecticut, the Bristol Mayor’s Office and FoodShare will be holding another round of…
Plainville's historic trail will be restored, preserved Posted: 03 August 2021 [12:42 PM] PLAINVILLE – The historic “tow path” or “mule haul trail” which runs behind homes on Hollyberry Lane will be restored and…
State urges masks indoors Posted: 03 August 2021 [11:19 AM] AP The state Department of Public Health on Sunday issued an alert that strongly recommends all Connecticut residents over 2 years old…
Required state employee masking, vaccinations in discussion Posted: 03 August 2021 [11:13 AM] GROTON - Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said Monday that his administration is discussing with state employee union leaders the possibility of required…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 03 August 2021 [11:04 AM] July 24 Angelo Capparella, 39, 130 Lewis Ave., Meriden, violation of protective order Richard Doty, 55, 295 Brook St., Bristol,…
Monday 08/02/2021
HEALTHY LIVING: Fish tacos with mango salsa a healthy summer treat Posted: 02 August 2021 [06:21 PM] Summer is in full swing, and it’s the perfect time to take advantage of the bounty of fresh produce and to fire…
Newington's Life. Be In It. Extravaganza fireworks display has been postponed again Posted: 02 August 2021 [05:31 PM] NEWINGTON - The Life. Be In It. Extravaganza fireworks display has been postponed again, this time because of the rise of…
Bristol Senior Center has many upcoming events Posted: 02 August 2021 [04:38 PM] “It’s a home away from home.” says 95 year young Terry Aculair to describe the Bristol Senior center while in the…
Southington police looking for suspect who chased, threatened people with axe Posted: 02 August 2021 [04:17 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- Police are looking for a man they say threatened multiple people while chasing them with an axe. Police released…
Main Street Community Foundation surpasses $1 million in covid response grants awarded Posted: 02 August 2021 [02:03 PM] BRISTOL – The Main Street Community Foundation (MSCF) has recently surpassed $1 million in grants awarded for covid-19 relief in Bristol,…
Central CT Chambers of Commerce's 30th Annual Golf Tournament sees wide attendance Posted: 02 August 2021 [01:33 PM] BRISTOL – The Central CT Chambers of Commerce’s 30th Annual Golf Tournament at Tunxis Country Club saw wide attendance from members…
ESPN employees included in decision by Walt Disney Co. to mandate covid-19 vaccine Posted: 02 August 2021 [01:08 PM] BRISTOL -- The announcement made last week by the Walt Disney Co. that all employees will need to be vaccinated against…
Bristol Republican Town Committee endorses candidates Posted: 02 August 2021 [12:44 PM] BRISTOL -- The Bristol Republican Town Committee recently endorsed its candidates for the November election coming Tuesday, November 2. Those endorsed…
New book looks at baseball's greatest players Posted: 02 August 2021 [11:36 AM] Renowned journalist James Herbert Smith’s newly-released book is as much of a love letter to baseball as it is a tribute…
Imagine Nation holding an open house Thursday Posted: 02 August 2021 [10:42 AM] BRISTOL – An open house will be held August 5 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. for the Imagine Nation, A Museum…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 02 August 2021 [10:10 AM] Bristol Police report the following: July 23 Michael Albarelli, 29, 71 Divinity St. Apt. 1, Bristol, failure to appear second degree Dawn…
Sunday 08/01/2021
MAYOR'S CORNER: Bristol Parks - New programs, initiatives to start fiscal year Posted: 01 August 2021 [07:00 PM] The City of Bristol turns the page each July 1, beginning a new budget. Department line items are replenished. Here are some…
Tools that can help you stay in your home Posted: 01 August 2021 [06:48 PM] Attorney Studies show that older Americans prefer to stay in their homes if they possibly can. It is no surprise, then, that…
PRIME TIME: A glimpse at the life of Florence Emlyn Downs Muzzy Posted: 01 August 2021 [06:46 PM] Correspondent This is my first step in eventually writing a complete “Builders of Bristol” series biography of Florence Emlyn Downs Muzzy, and…