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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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
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…
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…
New adult flag football league forms in Bristol Posted: 01 August 2021 [03:38 PM] BRISTOL – Sunday marked the very first day of games for Bristol’s newly formed Flag Football League. Friends who have been…
Saturday 07/31/2021
Families putting goats in pajamas Posted: 31 July 2021 [07:41 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- Families spent the early Saturday afternoon visiting with goats on the Bradley Mountain Farm as part of one the…
Friday 07/30/2021
Bristol to hold second annual Community Conversation Posted: 30 July 2021 [05:07 PM] BRISTOL – Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services, the Bristol Mayor’s Office and the Bristol Eliminating Substance Use Together coalition…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 30 July 2021 [08:52 AM] Bristol Police report the following: July 22 Lamar Britt, 31, 258 Morningside Dr., Bristol, criminal trespass first degree, violation of protective order-imposing…
Thursday 07/29/2021
Memorial park in Bristol pays tribute to Vietnam, Persian Gulf vets Posted: 29 July 2021 [05:36 PM] This coming October, the City of Bristol, its Parks, Recreation, Youth & Community Services Department, and the Bristol Historical Society, along with…
Woof Pack continues putting its best paw forward Posted: 29 July 2021 [03:42 PM] BRISTOL -- With the past year being a challenge for many businesses, Woof Pack continues putting its best paw forward with…
Registered sex offender pleads not guilty to oral sex accusation involving 15-year-old autistic boy Posted: 29 July 2021 [02:14 PM] BRISTOL - A registered sex offender who formerly resided in Bristol has pleaded not guilty to accusations of engaging in oral…
Memorial Boulevard:The park's commemorative side Posted: 29 July 2021 [09:09 AM] This coming October, the City of Bristol, its Parks, Recreation, Youth & Community Services Department, and the Bristol Historical Society, along with…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 29 July 2021 [08:54 AM] Bristol Police report the following: July 21 Cory Burtchell, 44, 71 Williams St., Bristol, larceny fifth degree, forgery third degree Vanessa Irizarry,…
Wednesday 07/28/2021
Sebastian Panioto announces intent to run as a candidate for Bristol City Council Posted: 28 July 2021 [10:21 PM] BRISTOL – Sebastian Panioto recently announced his intent to run as a candidate for City Council representing the first district as…
Bristol Diversity Council met to discuss second Community Conversation event Posted: 28 July 2021 [04:35 PM] BRISTOL -- The Bristol Diversity Council met to discuss the upcoming second Community Conversation, as well as the potential for Bristol…
Bristol Board of Finance discuss ongoing development of downtown Posted: 28 July 2021 [04:26 PM] BRISTOL – The Bristol Board of Finance discussed the ongoing development of downtown, where officials said they felt more than $50…
Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center offering free program to help students improve social-emotional skills Posted: 28 July 2021 [01:55 PM] BRISTOL – Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center, Inc. is offering a free enrichment program for local students in grades 3 to 12…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 28 July 2021 [11:27 AM] Bristol Police report the following: July 19 Jeffrey Armington, 47, 530 Burlington Ave., Bristol, breach of peace second degree, assault third degree…
Tuesday 07/27/2021
New Rockwell Park Bike Pump Track opens in Bristol Posted: 27 July 2021 [05:19 PM] BRISTOL -- Bristol Department of Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services welcomed area residents to the New Rockwell Park Bike Pump…
BRISTOL BITS: Volunteering at Bristol Sports Hall of Fame's annual golf tournament Posted: 27 July 2021 [04:26 PM] I spent the afternoon Monday at Chippanee Golf Club as a volunteer during the Bristol Sports Hall of Fame’s annual tournament.…
Hometown Pizza in Bristol serving up thin-crust, New York-style pies for past decade Posted: 27 July 2021 [03:52 PM] BRISTOL – Customers who come to Hometown Pizza can expect to find consistent quality and a variety of fresh menu options.…