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Friday 12/03/2021
BRISTOL BITS: Recalling the days on Davis Drive in the 1950s Posted: 03 December 2021 [08:43 AM] Remembering entertainment and games growing up in Bristol years ago, the recent topic here, continues. Phill Clauss, who shared memories in…
PET OF THE WEEK: Tilly Posted: 03 December 2021 [08:42 AM] Tilly is quite the kitty, and it’s not just because she can stand up like a person. She’s been recovering from…
Thursday 12/02/2021
Board of Education votes to revoke Carbone's temporary powers covid-19 powers Posted: 02 December 2021 [08:37 PM] BRISTOL – The Bristol Public Schools Board of Education voted at its monthly meeting to revoke a policy that previously granted…
Lamont, leaders of Community Action Agencies, other state officials encourage residents to apply to programs to help offset heating costs Posted: 02 December 2021 [06:02 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The New Britain Housing Services Agency of New Britain together with Governor Ned Lamont announced Thursday that there…
Bristol Public Schools name principal for Arts and Innovation Magnet School Posted: 02 December 2021 [05:25 PM] BRISTOL – Dr. Samantha Sarli has been named the new principal in the 2022 to 2023 school year for the Bristol…
Two St. Joseph School students become mayor for the day Posted: 02 December 2021 [05:19 PM] BRISTOL – Two St. Joseph School students were named mayor for a day Thursday as part of efforts to raise funds…
Re-arrest issued for Southington man accused of pointing gun at woman, firing at wall Posted: 02 December 2021 [05:03 PM] SOUTHINGTON - A re-arrest has been ordered for a local man who police allege pointed a gun with an illegal high…
Terryville Public Library has several upcoming children's program Posted: 02 December 2021 [03:13 PM] PLYMOUTH – Terryville Public Library has several upcoming children’s programs for Christmas and New Year’s. Jessica Archambault, children's librarian said…
Southington police warning residents about recent uptick in fraudulent scams Posted: 02 December 2021 [01:22 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- Southington police are warning residents about the dangers of fraudulent scams, as they have seen a recent uptick in…
American Legion Post 2 will honor the late Major Ed Riccio Jr. as part of its Pearl Harbor remembrance ceremony Posted: 02 December 2021 [12:51 PM] BRISTOL – American Legion Post 2 will honor the late Major Ed Riccio Jr. as part of its Pearl Harbor remembrance…
Plainville Public Library announces variety of programs Posted: 02 December 2021 [12:47 PM] PLAINVILLE – Plainville Public Library has announced a variety of programs this Christmas season, from “hot chocolate wars” to holiday music.…
Silver Alert for former Bristol mayor canceled Posted: 02 December 2021 [12:26 PM] BRISTOL -- Former Bristol Mayor Bill Stortz has been located. This comes after police on Wednesday said the 85-year-old had gone…
Rollover in Southington causes oil spill, response from DEEP Posted: 02 December 2021 [12:16 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- An oil spill in Southington on Thursday prompted a response from state environmental officials. Southington police around 10:30 a.m.…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 02 December 2021 [11:43 AM] Nov. 30 William Charles Brown, 53, 331 Scott Rd., Terryville, failure to wear safety seat belt Jonathan Cruz, 20, 27 Center St.,…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 02 December 2021 [11:20 AM] Plainville Esmeralda Jimenez, 23, of 148 Columbus Circle, East Hartford, was charged Dec. 1 with two counts of second degree failure to…
FRIDAY FICKS: Running late for a very important date Posted: 02 December 2021 [10:53 AM] Running late for a very important date A cold and dark morning, and I have to get to an early law school…
City Council members representing District Two will hold a check-in forum Posted: 02 December 2021 [10:31 AM] BRISTOL – City Council members representing District Two will be holding a check-in forum at Rockwell Park in Mrs. Rockwell’s Pavilion…
Wednesday 12/01/2021
Police asking for help finding former Bristol Mayor Bill Stortz Posted: 01 December 2021 [07:29 PM] BRISTOL -- Police are asking for help finding former Bristol Mayor Bill Stortz. A Silver Alert was issued late Wednesday…
Bristol man accused of assaulting man during road-rage incident going to trial Posted: 01 December 2021 [06:11 PM] BRISTOL - A Bristol man who allegedly assaulted a man during a road rage incident is fighting the charges against him.…
Bristol Public Schools name Paraeducator of the Year Posted: 01 December 2021 [05:46 PM] BRISTOL – Josephine Marino has been recognized as the Bristol Public Schools’ Paraeducator of the Year and shared what working with…
Bristol Hospital's Beekley Center gets $165,000 donation Posted: 01 December 2021 [03:32 PM] BRISTOL – Bristol Health officials believe they offer the best breast health care in the state, and they say this enormous…
Good Guys Auto House LLC, Worldwide Wine & Spirits team up to collect donations for Bread for Life Posted: 01 December 2021 [02:25 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Good Guys Auto House LLC and Worldwide Wine & Spirits are teaming up to collect donations for Bread for…
Bristol Public Library announces roster of upcoming Christmas programs Posted: 01 December 2021 [02:02 PM] BRISTOL – Bristol Public Library has announced a roster of upcoming Christmas programs as part of a return to in-person programming.…
Rotary Club of Bristol accepting applications for Karl J. Schwartz college scholarship program Posted: 01 December 2021 [12:42 PM] BRISTOL – The Rotary Club of Bristol is now accepting applications for its annual Karl J. Schwartz college scholarship program.…
Plainville Senior Center seeking volunteers for Christmas Day Posted: 01 December 2021 [12:01 PM] PLAINVILLE – The Plainville Senior Center is seeking volunteers to help provide a nice, traditional meal for seniors on Christmas Day.…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 01 December 2021 [11:23 AM] Hector Perez-Jr., 20, of 235 North St., New Britain, was charged Nov. 23 with second degree assault, first degree reckless endangerment, second…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 01 December 2021 [11:18 AM] Nov. 29 Luke Edward Disapio, 23, 17 Hunters Rdg., Wolcott, op mv w/ handheld tel/elc dev/txt Curtis J. Mitte, 55,…
Bristol Public Schools has become the second district in the state to partner with DonorsChoose Posted: 01 December 2021 [10:20 AM] BRISTOL – Bristol Public Schools has become the second district in the state to partner with DonorsChoose. The district announced the…
Tuesday 11/30/2021
Veterans, residents upset that Iwo Jima Memorial has been left in the dark Posted: 30 November 2021 [06:22 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Local residents are complaining that the Iwo Jima Memorial off Route 9 has been dark for the last…
Area businesses see bumps in sales during Small Business Saturday Posted: 30 November 2021 [05:55 PM] Area businesses said they saw bumps in sales during Small Business Saturday, but the pandemic and large online retail options still…
Middletown man accused of having sex with underage girl in Bristol going to trial Posted: 30 November 2021 [05:33 PM] BRISTOL – A Middletown man accused of having sex with an underage girl in Bristol several years ago is headed for…
Terryville firefighters warning residents of scam involving phony sale of T-shirts Posted: 30 November 2021 [03:48 PM] PLYMOUTH -- Local firefighters are warning residents about a scam going around involving the use of logos or names of area…
BRISTOL BITS: Remembering games played outside Posted: 30 November 2021 [01:00 PM] Games and entertainment growing up. Monday’s “Primetime” column received a number of comments, so I thought I’d share them with readers.…
Indian Rock Nature Preserve will host Santa's Walking Wonderland Posted: 30 November 2021 [12:55 PM] BRISTOL – Children will be able to visit with Santa Claus at Indian Rock Nature Preserve this Friday through Dec. 12…
Bristol Historical Society's Annual Christmas Craft Fair returns Saturday Posted: 30 November 2021 [12:32 PM] BRISTOL – The Bristol Historical Society’s Annual Christmas Craft Fair this Saturday will feature numerous vendors and a variety of Christmas…
Legion Kiltonic Post 72 is bringing back their comedy nights Posted: 30 November 2021 [12:13 PM] SOUTHINGTON – American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 is bringing back their comedy nights starting Dec. 11, with proceeds supporting a new…
Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus stopping at Wojtusik Nursery Garden Center Saturday Posted: 30 November 2021 [10:19 AM] BRISTOL – Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will stop in at Wojtusik Nursery Garden Center this Saturday from noon to 4…
U.S. Secretary of Education will visit Central Connecticut State University Friday Posted: 30 November 2021 [10:10 AM] NEW BRITAIN – The U.S. Secretary of Education will visit Central Connecticut State University Friday to accept an award from the…
Area business people have the opportunity to connect with others across the country Posted: 30 November 2021 [10:03 AM] Area business people now have the opportunity to connect with others across the country and the world, with the expansion of…
Monday 11/29/2021
Witch's Dungeon Classic Movie Museum is ready for Christmas Posted: 29 November 2021 [06:54 PM] PLAINVILLE – “It was the Monster’s Holiday…” and even the haunted halls of The Witch’s Dungeon Classic Movie Museum are decked…
Those who can't make Plymouth police toy drive this weekend can donate virtually this year Posted: 29 November 2021 [06:08 PM] PLYMOUTH -- Local police are encouraging anyone who cannot make it to their annual Stuff-a-Cruiser Toy Drive to donate virtually this…
Bristol man who pleaded guilty to using racial slur could face sentencing in January Posted: 29 November 2021 [05:30 PM] BRISTOL -- A city man who has pleaded guilty to using a racial slur toward a minority and making a number…
Southington man pleads not guilty in seven shootings in town, one in Bristol Posted: 29 November 2021 [02:27 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- A Southington man has pleaded not guilty in a series of shootings in town, as well as one in…
HEALTHY LIVING: Pain in the neck of back? It's time to see your doctor Posted: 29 November 2021 [02:21 PM] Hartford HealthCare If you suffer from neck or back pain, you’re not alone. It’s estimated that tens of millions of Americans will…
Santa Claus returning to Norton Park in Plainville Posted: 29 November 2021 [02:16 PM] PLAINVILLE – Town residents will once again have the chance to wave to Santa Claus Dec. 10 at Norton Park.…
State police report final Thanksgiving traffic enforcement stats Posted: 29 November 2021 [01:38 PM] State police on Monday reported their final statistics from the holiday week, making a total of 50 DUI arrests since extra…
Winter Wonderland and Santa Land Village at Rockwell Park returns this year Posted: 29 November 2021 [12:28 PM] BRISTOL – Holiday cheer will be found in abundance Dec. 9 through 12 at The Department of Parks, Recreation, Youth and…
Cyber Monday sales should be robust but business cooling Posted: 29 November 2021 [11:42 AM] NEW YORK - Consumers are expected to spend between $10.2 billion and $11.3 billion on Monday, making it once again the biggest…
Southington won't have their annual White Christmas, town will still be decorated Posted: 29 November 2021 [11:32 AM] SOUTHINGTON – Although there will be no White Christmas in the Community event this year, the town will still be decorated…