Plainville police report the following: Titus Pannel, 32, of 20 North Cherry St., Wallingford, was charged Dec. 9 with second-degree assault, second-degree…
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Tuesday 12/11/2018
Men & Boys' Fund provides twice the grant money in second year Posted: 11 December 2018 [08:55 PM] BRISTOL - Four local nonprofit organizations have received a combined $6,000 in grants from the Men & Boys’ Fund of the…
Three accidents in 35 minutes on Bristol roads Posted: 11 December 2018 [08:53 PM] BRISTOL - Three car accidents happened within about half an hour of each other in the city Tuesday, starting when a…
Night at the museum educates, entertains Bristol students Posted: 11 December 2018 [08:48 PM] BRISTOL - Northeast Middle School’s recent Read Around event featured pizza, crafts, a ride on a carousel and some actual…
Golf club president asks Bristol council for help Posted: 11 December 2018 [08:46 PM] BRISTOL - Pequabuck River Golf Club President Mike Butler asked the City Council Tuesday for relief on pumping costs for untreated…
BRISTOL BITS: Many a listener will miss Pete Lis Posted: 11 December 2018 [08:42 PM] The last visit to Bristol for Pete Lis, who passed away Dec. 4, 2018, in Tucson, Ariz., was in June. He made…
Cocaine found in car; Bristol man pleads guilty Posted: 11 December 2018 [08:40 PM] BRISTOL - A city man has pleaded guilty to having 102 grams of cocaine, which police found in his car during…
Suspect in Southington 'ghost gun' case seeks reduced bond Posted: 11 December 2018 [08:37 PM] SOUTHINGTON - A local man found with two assault rifles, a handgun for which he had no permit and 29 high-capacity…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 11 December 2018 [08:35 PM] Bristol police report the following: William Arsenault, 20, of 343 Washington Road, Terryville, was charged on Nov. 25 with possession of less…
The Plainville Community Food Pantry seeks donations Posted: 11 December 2018 [08:25 PM] PLAINVILLE - With children about to come home soon for winter break, families who are already struggling during the school year…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 11 December 2018 [08:21 PM] Police Blotter Plainville police report the following: Brian Jenkins, 29, of 152 North St., Danielson, was charged Dec. 4 with two counts…
Terryville woman allegedly kicked police officer Posted: 11 December 2018 [04:37 PM] PLYMOUTH - A Terryville woman has been accused of kicking a police officer in October. Samantha Murray, 32, of 3 Dewey…
Monday 12/10/2018
'The Woj' and UConn coach chat at Bristol's Boys & Girls club Posted: 10 December 2018 [09:16 PM] BRISTOL –UConn Coach Dan Hurley and ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski were special guests at the Bristol Boys & Girls Club Monday, with…
Southington town council aims to save the barns Posted: 10 December 2018 [09:14 PM] SOUTHINGTON - The town’s Farm Heritage Committee is working on developing a multi-phase “master plan” which should be completed in January…
There's no snow, but it's a White Christmas in Southington Posted: 10 December 2018 [09:13 PM] SOUTHINGTON – White Christmas In The Community saw town-wide festivities and cheer Friday as carriages clopped down streets, songs filled the…
Judge delays wrongful death lawsuit against New Britain police Posted: 10 December 2018 [09:11 PM] NEW BRITAIN – A federal court judge temporarily dismissed the $6.5 million wrongful death lawsuit filed by the mother of the…
Forget the workshop, Santa's Farm in Bristol brings holiday cheer Posted: 10 December 2018 [09:10 PM] BRISTOL – Tucked into the hillside off of Wolcott Road, Santa’s Farm saw at least 1000 visitors over the weekend.…
CCSU lights up for Love Wins Posted: 10 December 2018 [09:08 PM] BERLIN - Davidson Hall at Central Connecticut State University is glowing purple this month for Love Wins, sponsored by the Ana…
Terryville sex offender accused of violating registry requirements Posted: 10 December 2018 [05:14 PM] PLYMOUTH - A Teryville man has been accused of twice failing to comply with the state’s sex offender registry requirements. Brad…
Bristol man convicted of trying to break into local apartment Posted: 10 December 2018 [04:56 PM] BRISTOL - A city man has pleaded guilty to trying to break into a Bristol apartment in April. Wilfredo Malave, 23, was…
Waterbury woman, charged with buying Plainville man's identify, selling it, possibly headed to trial Posted: 10 December 2018 [04:21 PM] PLAINVILLE - A Waterbury woman accused of buying a Plainville resident’s identity and selling it to other people could be headed…
HEALTHY LIVING: What to expect from lung cancer treatment Posted: 10 December 2018 [04:14 PM] There have been rapid developments in the treatment of lung cancer in the last 10 years. Fortunately, because of earlier detection and…
Pa. man, accused of using counterfeit money in Southington, other towns, offered plea deal Posted: 10 December 2018 [03:23 PM] SOUTHINGTON - One of two Pennsylvania men who allegedly tried to use counterfeit money at a number of businesses in Southington,…
Bristol man, accused of having sex with teen, ordered to undergo a competency evaluation Posted: 10 December 2018 [03:17 PM] BRISTOL - A Bristol man, accused of having sex with a teenage girl, has been ordered to undergo a competency evaluation.…
Southington man convicted of groping woman in Walmart Posted: 10 December 2018 [01:22 PM] SOUTHINGTON - A local man has been convicted of groping a woman in a Southington Walmart. Kenneth Johnson, 56, accepted a plea…
Sunday 12/09/2018
Bristol Carol Sing and Holidays on the Hill unite for a night of Christmas cheer Posted: 09 December 2018 [07:43 PM] BRISTOL – The 67th annual Bristol Carol Sing and the Holidays on the Hill Children’s Parade and Tree Lighting joined…
Inspiring women crowned at Miss Bristol/ Miss Forestville Posted: 09 December 2018 [07:40 PM] BRISTOL – A new group of motivated, inspired young women and girls is set to begin making a positive impact…
Sunrise Market is a Terryville landmark Posted: 09 December 2018 [07:37 PM] PLYMOUTH – Sunrise Market has been a popular landmark in Terryville for as long as Chris Roberts can remember, years…
Plymouth Legion is raising money for repairs after truck crashed into its building Posted: 09 December 2018 [07:36 PM] PLYMOUTH - American Legion Post 20 is running an online fundraiser to repair and update its 245 Main St. building,…
BRISTOL BITS: Tom Mazzarella captures Bristol sports moments Posted: 09 December 2018 [07:34 PM] One of the directors of the Bristol Sports Hall of Fame who has proven to be invaluable is Tom Mazzarella. Tom is…
PRIME TIME: Bristolites persevered during the Pearl Harbor attack Posted: 09 December 2018 [07:30 PM] The Monday, Dec. 8, 1941 edition of the Bristol Press had a page one headline of “Congress Declares War” and with this…
SENIOR SIGNALS: Gifting, Gift Tax law vs. Medicaid law Posted: 09 December 2018 [07:28 PM] Dear Attorney Tully: I am being told by my financial planner that I can give away $15,000 per year to my children and…
This week's meetings Posted: 09 December 2018 [07:24 PM] BRISTOL: Cemetery Commission, Dec. 10, 6:30 p.m., Bristol Historical Society, 98 Summer St. Executive Meeting Room, Dec. 11, 6:15 p.m.,…
Friday 12/07/2018
Studying enrollment: District discusses more students entering schools Posted: 07 December 2018 [09:05 PM] BRISTOL - Enrollment figures show the school district population has increased from last year, especially at the high school level.…
American Legion Post 2 honors Pearl Harbor vets Posted: 07 December 2018 [09:04 PM] BRISTOL - The families of the late Ed Riccio Sr. and Norman Heresko accepted honors on their behalf Friday during American…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 07 December 2018 [09:03 PM] Bristol police report the following: Colin Jenkins, 21, of 45 Garry Drive, New Britain, was charged on Nov. 23 with evading responsibility,…
Mayor to appear on Sunday talk shows Posted: 07 December 2018 [09:02 PM] BRISTOL - Mayor Ellen Zoppo-Sassu will represent Bristol this weekend during two Sunday morning television news programs. Fox61 reporter Aisha Mbowe’s ‘Sunday…
Terryville High School spreads Christmas Spirit Posted: 07 December 2018 [09:00 PM] PLYMOUTH - A group of students from Terryville High school dressed as characters from the Dr. Seuss story “How the…
Southington mother, son, charged in animal cruelty case, granted first-time offender program Posted: 07 December 2018 [09:00 PM] SOUTHINGTON - A local mother and son, charged in an animal cruelty case, have been granted a first-time offender program that…
Devoe takes position in Middletown Posted: 07 December 2018 [09:00 PM] PLAINVILLE - After Mark Devoe said Thursday that he planned to leave his position as director of planning and economic development…
Bristol police need help collecting toys for over 300 local families Posted: 07 December 2018 [08:59 PM] BRISTOL - About three weeks into the police department’s annual toy drive, things seem to be somewhat sluggish for police. “I’d…
Former Quinnipiac professor, accused of harassing ex-student, to undergo competency evaluation Posted: 07 December 2018 [03:36 PM] SOUTHINGTON - A former adjunct professor at Quinnipiac University, arrested twice for allegedly violating a court order that prevents him from…
Bristol man accused of killing cat offered plea deal Posted: 07 December 2018 [01:38 PM] BRISTOL - A city man accused of beating his roommate’s cat to death and violating his probation has been offered a…
BEHS to perform 'A Christmas Carol' today and tomorrow Posted: 07 December 2018 [01:15 PM] …
Thursday 12/06/2018
Greene-Hills School quiet on probe of teacher accused of inappropriately touching a student Posted: 06 December 2018 [07:52 PM] BRISTOL - Police have concluded their investigation into the allegation of a Greene-Hills School teacher inappropriately touching a female student, but…
Christmas spirit alive at Plainville Tree Lighting Posted: 06 December 2018 [07:50 PM] PLAINVILLE- The town of Plainville carried on its traditional tree lighting ceremony for the 26th year Thursday at the Plainville fire…
Plainville director of planning and economic development to leave Posted: 06 December 2018 [07:49 PM] PLAINVILLE – Mark Devoe, director of planning and economic development, said in an email Thursday that he will be leaving his…
BRISTOL BITS: Couple puts a dent in their bucket list Posted: 06 December 2018 [07:48 PM] Bristol Bits Sandy and John Leone, a former mayor and head of the Chamber of Commerce here and more recently chairman of…
Santa Claus is coming to town, and Prospect United Methodist Church in Bristol for breakfast Posted: 06 December 2018 [07:46 PM] BRISTOL – Santa’s sleigh is swinging by Prospect United Methodist Church Dec. 15 for their annual “Breakfast with Santa” fundraiser and…
Woman accused of stealing $20K in Southington burglary looks for plea deal Posted: 06 December 2018 [07:30 PM] SOUTHINGTON - A Middletown woman accused of stealing $20,000 worth of jewelry during a Southington burglary is looking to accept a…