By RACHAEL DAVIS To the Editor: Columbus did NOT discover America!!! Historical facts confirm this. We should not honor Columbus with any kind of statues and a Federal holiday anymore. The time has come that we should…
Posted: 28 June 2020 [09:04 PM] Posted: 15 June 2020 [01:31 PM] By SARAH SULLIVAN To the Editor: I have been following the development of the city budget and their response to COVID-19 and now how the city is handling the racial unrest following the Floyd death. While I am a generally…
Posted: 12 June 2020 [09:20 PM] By Shannon Martin To the Editor: I’m an intake investigator for Connecticut’s Department of Children and Families. Before this pandemic, it was normal to get three cases of reported child abuse a week. Now, it’s half that. After 20 years…
Posted: 12 June 2020 [09:18 PM] By Paul Zagorsky To the Editor: Our country is fractured and suffering, with an inflammatory President incapable of consoling those who are suffering, while national Republican elected leaders are silent in the face of such abhorrent behavior. The Constitution…
Posted: 25 May 2020 [08:38 PM] By DALE BROUKER To the Editor: I read that summer camp will be a go and wanted to inquire how much the cost will be for one kid? When I was growing up in Bristol, my parents couldn’t afford to…
Posted: 24 May 2020 [08:15 PM] By Bristol Veterans Council To the Editor: The Bristol Veterans Council would like to express it’s profound gratitude to all the volunteers who assisted with replacing old flags with new ones at each veterans grave site in St. Joseph’s, Peacedale,…
Posted: 15 May 2020 [07:15 PM] To the Editor, I’m a little peeved at The Herald for not printing an article and writing about “Zero,” the poor, suffering dog who was beaten and then strangled by another scumbag. I would have let it go if I…
Posted: 12 May 2020 [08:03 PM] By RACHAEL DAVIS To the Editor: Thank you Gov. Lamont and Attorney General William Tong for suspending the state law that prohibits state police and local police officials from refusing to collect fingerprints, as part of efforts to prevent the…
Posted: 11 March 2020 [08:11 PM] To The Editor: In light of dishonorable and disappointing political and personal choices and actions that have created our current political and social crisis, this is written for those currently holding elected office and for those seeking one, at any…
Posted: 11 March 2020 [08:10 PM] To The Editor: Working Together for Preservation Save Pigeon Hill Team would like to thank, Mayor Ellen Zoppo Sassu, mayor of Bristol and Scott Heth executive director of the Barnes Nature Center and Environmental Learning Centers of Connecticut, The city…
Posted: 11 March 2020 [08:09 PM] To The Editor: March is Irish-American Heritage Month! It is estimated that almost 20 percent of the residents of Connecticut trace their ancestry to Ireland. The Ancient Order of Hibernians is the oldest and largest, Irish, Catholic organization in…
Posted: 08 March 2020 [07:58 PM] By To The Editor: On February 19th, I testified in front of the Public Health Committee in favor of repealing non-medical exemptions to vaccinating our public-school children. This is an issue of great concern…
Posted: 01 March 2020 [08:26 PM] March marks the kick-off of the city encouraging all of its residents to answer the census to ensure we have a complete count. Obtaining a full, fair, and accurate count of everyone is essential for representation and federal funding. Invitations…
Posted: 27 February 2020 [07:37 PM] To The Editor: The fur industry is cruel and unnecessary. Readers should contact their state legislators and urge them to support a ban on fur manufacturing and sales in Connecticut - similar to the one recently passed in California. For…
Posted: 25 February 2020 [09:01 PM] By To The Editor: An open letter to New Britain School Superintendent Nancy Sarra: The New Britain Democratic Town Committee has been drawn into the controversy over Mayor Stewart’s inappropriate actions regarding the application…
Posted: 24 February 2020 [08:54 PM] To The Editor: I was unable to attend the last CIP meeting, but I have been actively involved in the Newington Parks and Recreation Department’s budget process to date. As a long time member and past chairman of the Newington…
Posted: 24 February 2020 [08:51 PM] To the Editor: At the recent public hearing regarding the latest tolls bill, LCO 373, Sal Luciano, President of the Connecticut AFL/CIO testified that he was in favor of the bill because it represented an important investment in the infrastructure…
Posted: 14 February 2020 [07:46 PM] To The Editor: Democracy in action had a major setback at Bristol Zoning Board’s January 27th meeting at Bristol Central High School. Accusations of tampering and prejudice were suggested by Joe Naple’s attorney, he implied that neighborhood residents (over…
Posted: 13 February 2020 [08:25 PM] When picturing an average school day, the core classes typically come to mind: math, science, English, history, and a foreign language. This idea isn’t bad, I agree that a foundation in math helps with problem-solving, and English class helps students…
Posted: 11 February 2020 [07:51 PM] After months of speculation and rumors, the bad news was finally announced by the Red Sox a few days ago: After on again off again negotiations with a few stumbles and false starts, their superstar outfielder, hitter, MVP and Gold…
Posted: 04 February 2020 [08:50 PM] To The Editor: Former New Britain city worker accused of stealing grant funds gets court-appointed program?? Are you kidding me? What ever happened to accountability? The only disabilities she has are greed and arrogance. A jail cell is where…
MAYOR'S COLUMN: Bristol is going to enjoy the 'Roaring 20's' Posted: 02 February 2020 [02:23 PM] While we don’t have a crystal ball at City Hall, we do have a sense of some of the good news that…
Posted: 02 February 2020 [01:22 PM] To The Editor: I am writing to thank Bristol residents for sharing the true meaning of Christmas with children in need this past holiday season. Because of the generosity of donors in Bristol and across the United States, Operation Christmas…
Posted: 20 January 2020 [07:46 PM] By To The Editor: Governor Ned Lamont and legislative Democrats are rumored to hold a special session to vote on “trucks only” tolls in a matter of days, despite the 2020 Legislative Session set…
Posted: 08 January 2020 [08:32 PM] To The Editor: I attended an excellent concert on January 5 given by the New Britain Symphony Orchestra at the stately South Congregational - First Baptist Church in New Britain. The music was provided by a Brass Quintet consisting of…
Posted: 08 January 2020 [08:31 PM] To The Editor: Just a note of thanks to the hospital staff, EMTs, police officers, the store clerk and a customer who were extremely kind and professional to this traveler. We were on our way to Ohio for the…
Posted: 08 January 2020 [08:30 PM] To The Editor: Chris Powell, I very much enjoyed your column about Russian interference, etc. I think your opinions here are spot on, and a refreshing change from normal coverage. It’s sad, however, that you can’t distinguish between the national…
Posted: 07 January 2020 [08:12 PM] The front page of the January 1, 2020 Herald was devoted to a poignant and thought provoking statement by the publisher of the goals and aspirations of our local newspaper. For those who didn’t see it, it should be…
Posted: 26 December 2019 [06:04 PM] To The Editor: First Student, the local school bus company, rents from me. They asked for my help with a traffic related issue. Most of the cops I know have retired, so I called Mayor Zoppo. She took my call,…
Posted: 26 December 2019 [06:03 PM] To The Editor: With regard to proposals for the privatization of Veterans Healthcare, I say no. Privatization of the VHA may seem to most a positive policy recommendation, but I am not convinced. According to the article, Value for Taxpayers…
Posted: 11 December 2019 [01:45 PM] To The Editor Last evening, I attended an event celebrating the 5-year anniversary of the Bristol Boys and Girls Club building on West St. The building is beautiful and is a testament to the priority Bristol attaches to youth development.…
Posted: 29 November 2019 [02:40 PM] To The Editor: Good news for New Britain. Mayor Erin Stewart has been re-elected. She has earned her keep. She continues to make good things happen for the city of New Britain. She has the savvy of a great politician.…
Posted: 27 November 2019 [12:20 PM] To The Editor: As Thanksgiving approaches, it is time to take stock in what we have to be thankful for in our community and what we as citizens can do to enhance our community’s well-being and sustainability in the coming…
Posted: 22 November 2019 [03:04 PM] To the Editor, Governor Lamont and CT Democrats are liars, plain and simple. Candidate Lamont said no tolls. Governor Lamont, within six months of elections said tolls are possibility. Within 30 days he insisted they are a must; and…
Posted: 31 October 2019 [05:56 PM] To The Editor: Over the last several months, I have had the opportunity to meet and get to know one of the candidates very well in the 2nd district. She is one of the three Republicans under the age…
Posted: 31 October 2019 [05:55 PM] To The Editor, I’m writing this letter in the spirit of transparency to Bristol’s voters. I have served on the Finance Board for a number of years, originally appointed by a Republican mayor. Although I’m a registered Democrat my…
Posted: 31 October 2019 [05:53 PM] To The Editor: “Decisions are made by a majority of those who make themselves heard and who vote” – Walter H. Judd Mayor Dave Merchant is running unopposed- a testament to his leadership during the past 3 terms.…
Posted: 31 October 2019 [05:53 PM] To The Editor: Recently I wrote a letter to the editor critical of the mayor and her support of (in my opinion) wrong-headed projects such as the Renaissance project (which luckily fell apart) and the latest folly, the arts magnet…
Posted: 31 October 2019 [05:52 PM] To The Editor: I am writing today in support of Ellen Zoppo Sassu for Mayor and Greg Hahn and Scott Rosado for Council in the 1st District. Since I have been involved in local government I have seen many different…
Posted: 31 October 2019 [05:50 PM] To The Editor: Memorial Boulevard Intradistrict Arts Magnet School. The name itself is the epitome of government failure. Two years ago the BOE unanimously voted to “Authorize the Superintendent to file paperwork requesting state funding for a magnet school.” Oh…
Posted: 31 October 2019 [05:47 PM] To The Editor: I am writing my first ever letter to the editor because I am very happy with the tone that our City has taken in the last 2 years. In fact, I also have asked for lawn…
Posted: 30 October 2019 [04:47 PM] To The Editor: It has been the honor to serve as your City Councilman during the last two years. I’d like to thank each and every one of you for sharing your stories with me as I’ve knocked your doors,…
Posted: 30 October 2019 [04:47 PM] To The Editor: Two years ago, one of the most thoughtful public servants threw her hat into the ring as a candidate for city council in district three. While I have come to know various candidates for public office…
Posted: 30 October 2019 [04:43 PM] To The Editor: I have known Bill for more than 25 years and I could not be more honored to call him friend. I met Bill when he was the Oncology Nurse for a friend of mine who was receiving…
Posted: 29 October 2019 [07:04 PM] By To The Editor: Election Day is around the corner: Know your voting status. Election Day is almost here. As November 5th approaches we, along with other Connecticut Registrars, want to make sure you’re registered to…
Posted: 29 October 2019 [07:04 PM] By To The Editor: On November 5th, I ask that Plainville voters support the election of Rebecca Martinez to a seat on the Board of Education. Rebecca has dedicated herself to public service in several youth…
Posted: 29 October 2019 [06:58 PM] By To The Editor: The recent letter attacking the Mayor and insinuating her public service is based on self-serving interests is appalling. In 2017, voters spoke loud and clear and said no more to the ethics…
Posted: 29 October 2019 [06:57 PM] By To The Editor: At the Municipal Candidates Introduction event, sponsored by the NAACP, a concern was raised that my campaign sign suggested I was not in favor of adequate spending for education. On the contrary,…
Posted: 29 October 2019 [06:56 PM] By To The Editor: I am writing this letter to the editor to express my view on Democratic candidate, David Preleski. My wife and I know Mr. Preleski to be a man of great integrity. When…
Posted: 25 October 2019 [02:40 PM] To The Editor: One of the main on-going concerns for many parents is problems associated with alcohol being abused by their children or other children. Parents can be proactive by getting involved in alcohol abuse prevention efforts. Parents can teach…
