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Wednesday 07/15/2020
Ameriprise Financial Services hosting webinar to explain aspects of new SECURE Act, estate planning Posted: 15 July 2020 [02:43 PM] PORTLAND – Private Wealth Advisor James McCabe, with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, is hosting a Webinar Thursday to assist people navigating…
Tuesday 07/14/2020
First Bristol Federal Credit Union forging ahead during pandemic, still offer everything customers could want Posted: 14 July 2020 [12:42 PM] BRISTOL – The city’s oldest continuously-operating financial institution is accommodating its members in any fashion, to suit their fancy. First Bristol…
Indian Rock Summer Day Camp has new look, but still same summer fun for children, with spots still open Posted: 14 July 2020 [12:38 PM] Things are looking a little bit different at The Environmental Learning Centers of Connecticut’s Indian Rock Summer Day Camp this year.…
Tuesday 06/23/2020
Cliff's Automotive in Terryville offers personal touch to all of your car needs Posted: 23 June 2020 [12:48 PM] When you schedule an oil change at Cliff’s Automotive in Terryville, you’ll get more than just that service. You get hands…
Friday 06/19/2020
Savers' Bristol location closes for good Posted: 19 June 2020 [05:32 PM] A popular Bristol thrift store, Savers, has shut its doors for good after over eight years in the community. Located…
Thursday 06/18/2020
'They took full advantage': Lamont visits Five Churches Brewing in New Britain Posted: 18 June 2020 [04:04 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Gov. Ned Lamont, Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz and New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart visited Five Churches Brewing Thursday…
Wednesday 06/17/2020
Area restaurants go through first lunch service under new guidelines allowing indoor dining Posted: 17 June 2020 [06:35 PM] Phase two of Connecticut’s reopening began Wednesday, which gives people the opportunity to eat inside of a restaurant for the first…
Movie theater in Berlin switching to drive-in experience outdoors Posted: 17 June 2020 [12:48 PM] Despite movie theaters being included in phase two of Connecticut’s reopening, which began Wednesday, one local movie theater decided to keep…
Tuesday 06/16/2020
With hotels, lodging opening again, New Britain, Bristol business leaders hope local economy will get boost Posted: 16 June 2020 [05:29 PM] Gov. Ned Lamont said during a news briefing Tuesday that since phase one’s reopening on May 20, the numbers for hospitalizations…
Funk Funeral Home, voted best by Press readers, celebrating 155th anniversary Posted: 16 June 2020 [02:52 PM] The oldest ongoing funeral establishment in Bristol is celebrating their 155th anniversary this year. Funk Funeral Home has been in business…
Allied Insurance Center, serving community for over 60 years, covers everything you need Posted: 16 June 2020 [02:48 PM] BRISTOL – Allied Insurance Center, a local independent insurance agency in Bristol, has been serving people in the community for over…
'We can't wait': Area gym owners excited to open doors to clients again, even with strict guidelines Posted: 16 June 2020 [01:50 PM] Walking around Bell City CrossFit, co-owners Melissa and Nicole Loranger go through a long checklist of items. There’s arrows on the…
Lamont says Connecticut ready for next reopening phase Posted: 16 June 2020 [11:52 AM] HARTFORD - Connecticut is currently in good shape for the next round of business re-openings scheduled for this week, given the slowing…
Monday 06/15/2020
'I hope people will come and support us': Many area restaurants ready for indoor seating to return, others waiting it out Posted: 15 June 2020 [06:23 PM] To open or not to open: that is the question restaurants face this week. Whether ‘tis safer to keep dining rooms…
Area gas prices still cheaper than state, region average; Southington remains lowest Posted: 15 June 2020 [09:34 AM] With Phase 2 of the state's reopening plan beginning Wednesday, there likely will be more traffic on the road, and luckily…
Some tribes reopen their casinos despite state opposition Posted: 15 June 2020 [09:10 AM] MASHANTUCKET - Drivers heading down state roads leading to Foxwoods Resort Casino and Mohegan Sun in Connecticut are greeted by flashing warnings:…
Wednesday 06/10/2020
After 42 years in business, not even pandemic is slowing down Marathon Pizza in New Britain Posted: 10 June 2020 [11:58 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Nothing has changed in 42 years, so why would a little pandemic twist up the dough at Marathon…
Tuesday 06/09/2020
Emily's Catering still booking weddings for summer, offering new 'date night' meal menu for customers Posted: 09 June 2020 [11:53 AM] BRISTOL – Whether a bride-to-be, a local family or an area company, clients of Emily’s Catering are well taken care of…
Friday 06/05/2020
Lamont moves up second phase of state's reopening by 3 days Posted: 05 June 2020 [12:14 PM] HARTFORD - Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont announced Friday he is moving up the second phase of reopening many businesses and activities by…
Thursday 06/04/2020
Bristol's Ruby Tuesday permanently closing after car crashes into building Posted: 04 June 2020 [01:24 PM] Farmington Avenue’s Ruby Tuesday in Bristol is permanently closing after a car crashed into the building Friday night, causing irreparable damage.…
Wednesday 06/03/2020
Jimmy's on the River expanding service to outdoor seating, still serving breakfast, lunch favorites Posted: 03 June 2020 [02:10 PM] BRISTOL – Jimmy’s on the River has made a number of changes as the state enters its second week of phase…
Tuesday 06/02/2020
Max Pizza II stills serving all the great pizza, wings as before pandemic, plus ice cream delivery Posted: 02 June 2020 [12:23 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Max Pizza II has continued to maintain business during the COVID-19 pandemic, even though the restaurant has decided…
Monday 06/01/2020
'We are so excited to be back': Area salons, barber shops thrilled to open, customers happy to get haircuts again Posted: 01 June 2020 [05:17 PM] Local stylists and barbers laundered their capes and disinfected their shears on repeat, enthusiastic to finally be back in business this…
'Out of an abundance of caution' with protests spiking locally, Westfarms Mall closes Posted: 01 June 2020 [04:04 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Westfarms Mall closed Monday as protests and riots occur nationwide in response to the death of George Floyd.…
Friday 05/29/2020
Most area gyms, fitness facilities ready to open sooner rather than later Posted: 29 May 2020 [05:44 PM] The coronavirus pandemic forced millions of people across the United States to find new ways to exercise. With gyms and other…
Mohegan Sun, Foxwoods set for reopening to general public Posted: 29 May 2020 [04:35 PM] The state's two federally recognized tribes are planning “soft” reopenings on Saturday for invited patrons and a partial reopening for the general…
Thursday 05/28/2020
Area mini golf courses open to those looking for fun activity outdoors, but business has been slow Posted: 28 May 2020 [05:31 PM] For area residents looking to make up for being stuck indoors due to the COVID-19 pandemic, they can rejoice, as many…
Stop and Shop to extend pay increase for employees into July Posted: 28 May 2020 [12:56 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Stop & Shop, together with the United Food and Commercial Workers Union (UFCW), announced Thursday it will be…
Wednesday 05/27/2020
Area grocery stores restocking shelves at quicker rates than before, but some items still hard to find Posted: 27 May 2020 [06:25 PM] One of the most common struggles created by the COVID-19 pandemic is grocery shopping becoming a nightmarish, stressful and often unsuccessful…
Paradise Pizza continues to serve up New York- and Sicilian-style pies for takeout Posted: 27 May 2020 [10:41 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Family-owned Paradise Pizza has been serving takeout throughout the coronavirus outbreak, offering most of its menu with some…
Friday 05/22/2020
'We see a light at the end of the tunnel': Guide to what's next with Phase Two for reopening state Posted: 22 May 2020 [04:53 PM] Following the state’s first day of reopening the economy Wednesday, Gov. Ned Lamont has started discussions about plans for phases two…
Thursday 05/21/2020
'It's been crazy and unbelievable': Some area restaurants packed with customers seeking outdoor seating, others waiting, proceeding with caution Posted: 21 May 2020 [05:01 PM] @CShenNBH Area restaurants continued to see support from longtime customers on the second day of outdoor dining’s return to Connecticut,…
Tribes plan to partly open casinos; Lamont opposes the move Posted: 21 May 2020 [12:07 PM] HARTFORD - A modified strategy to partially reopen Foxwoods Resort Casino on June 1 is still moving ahead despite opposition from Connecticut…
Wednesday 05/20/2020
'Absolutely amazing': First phase of Reopen Connecticut marked by area restaurants, retailers serving happy-to-be-out customers Posted: 20 May 2020 [06:04 PM] Local residents rediscovered their favorite stores and restaurants and some new places too, as the state reopened Wednesday after close to…
'It's been so long': Shoppers flock to Westfarms Mall on first day of its reopening Posted: 20 May 2020 [04:27 PM] Shoppers flocked by car, bus and on foot to Westfarms Mall as it opened to the public Wednesday. Sporting a turquoise…
The Woof Pack doggy daycare still caring for essential workers' pets Posted: 20 May 2020 [03:22 PM] BRISTOL – Despite facing challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic, The Woof Pack remains open to provide pet care for first…
Westfarms mall, retailers set to reopen, but with new set of guidelines Posted: 20 May 2020 [10:30 AM] Retailers that were considered non-essential for the last two months have an opportunity to reopen Wednesday, but under stringent new measures.…
Bagels Plus Deli still serving fresh food, remains open for public, staff Posted: 20 May 2020 [10:10 AM] BRISTOL – Bagels and cream cheese are still a part of many people’s daily diet. But Edward Sinkwich, owner of Bagels…
Tuesday 05/19/2020
New Britain, Bristol hair salons, barber shops not happy with decision to postpone opening Posted: 19 May 2020 [07:44 PM] With the decision to begin Phase one of Connecticut’s reopening, all of the businesses eligible to reopen took many new precautions…
'Connecticut's been really good': Phase one of state's reopening plan is here Posted: 19 May 2020 [05:22 PM] Call it a rebirth, a cautious economic choice or risky business, but day one of the Reopen Connecticut campaign has arrived.…
Catanzaro Quality Meats still producing all the chicken, beef and pork you could want for lunch, dinner Posted: 19 May 2020 [11:55 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Even during the COVID-19 induced shutdown, people still need their chicken, beef and pork to make their meals…
Monday 05/18/2020
Snip? Oh, snap! Connecticut delays haircuts until early June Posted: 18 May 2020 [07:32 PM] With phase one of Connecticut’s reopening swiftly approaching, changes are already being made as to what will be happening May 20.…
Five Below is coming to Bristol Posted: 18 May 2020 [01:11 PM] BRISTOL – Five Below is coming to Bristol Plaza. The new Five Below store will be located in the former Roz…
New health food cafe and smoothie bar opens in Bristol Posted: 18 May 2020 [12:55 PM] BRISTOL – The Rusgrove family and local residents can finally celebrate the advent of Pure Foods Healthy Café & Smoothie Bar,…
Friday 05/15/2020
Bristol Press readers react positively and negatively to state's planned reopening on May 20 Posted: 15 May 2020 [05:35 PM] Whether it is the appropriate time or not, Connecticut begins phase one of its reopening May 20, and readers of the…
As you run to Dunkin' for coffee or tea, you'll now leave with different style cup Posted: 15 May 2020 [12:27 PM] NEW BRITAIN – As you go on your usual Dunkin’ Donuts run for your daily coffee or tea, you may notice…
Lamont moving ahead with May 20 reopening despite concerns Posted: 15 May 2020 [10:48 AM] HARTFORD - Despite a call on Thursday by a group of Democratic state senators to delay plans to begin phasing out Connecticut's…
Thursday 05/14/2020
Senate Democrats express concerns about May 20 reopening Posted: 14 May 2020 [12:27 PM] HARTFORD - Some Democratic state senators called on Gov. Ned Lamont on Thursday to delay plans to begin phasing out Connecticut's COVID-19…
Wednesday 05/13/2020
Area restaurants weigh pros, cons of outdoor seating when state reopens, some already deciding for and against Posted: 13 May 2020 [04:58 PM] One of summertime’s greatest pleasures is dining outdoors, but local restaurants are still deciding whether or not to offer their customers…