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Thursday 09/16/2021
Bristol's Board of Education gives updates on masking measures, covid precautions Posted: 16 September 2021 [05:52 PM] BRISTOL – During the Bristol Public Schools Board of Education meeting Wednesday evening, masking measures and covid precautions were once again…
Former St. Paul Catholic High students send open letter to school asking them to remove new gender identity policy Posted: 16 September 2021 [03:33 PM] BRISTOL – Around 200 past students of St. Paul Catholic High School voiced their disapproval in an open letter about a…
BRISTOL BITS: Taking a look at Richard Jackson Posted: 16 September 2021 [03:23 PM] I recently asked readers to send me comments on the late Richard Jackson, who I knew as a teacher at the…
East Hartford man pleads not guilty to sexually assaulting child in Bristol Posted: 16 September 2021 [01:27 PM] BRISTOL – An East Hartford man accused of sexually assaulting a child more than once has pleaded not guilty to six…
Reimagining of Bristol's school district seeks to accomplish four goals Posted: 16 September 2021 [01:27 PM] BRISTOL – Bristol Public Schools central executives presented a plan to the City Council for the reimagining of the district in…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 16 September 2021 [09:41 AM] Bristol Police report the following: Sept. 7 Sammy Robles, 34, no certain address, simple trespass, third-degree criminal mischief Sept. 8 Jeffrey…
Wednesday 09/15/2021
Taking a look at Bristol's mayoral race between Zoppo-Sassu and Caggiano Posted: 15 September 2021 [06:04 PM] BRISTOL – From term limits to focusing on the opioid crisis, Democrat and incumbent Mayor Ellen Zoppo-Sassu and Republican candidate Jeff…
Sex offender failed to properly register while living in New Britain Posted: 15 September 2021 [04:37 PM] NEW BRITAIN -- A former city man was convicted last week of failing to properly as a sex offender when he…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 15 September 2021 [10:52 AM] Bristol Police report the following: Sept. 6 Timothy Cote, 23, no certain address, first-degree criminal trespass, violating standing criminal protective order Batalie…
Tuesday 09/14/2021
Bristol awarded Achievement in Financial Reporting Posted: 14 September 2021 [05:27 PM] BRISTOL – The City of Bristol was recently awarded with the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada’s…
Bristol police looking for missing teen Posted: 14 September 2021 [04:40 PM] BRISTOL -- Police are looking for a teen who has been missing since Sunday. State police late Monday said a Silver…
BRISTOL BITS: Lance Pepper is stepping up Posted: 14 September 2021 [03:32 PM] I announced recently that Donna Papazian has stepped down as a member of the Bristol Tramps Committee. Donna, who has been…
Immanuel Lutheran Church ready for its annual German Festival Posted: 14 September 2021 [11:10 AM] BRISTOL – Immanuel Lutheran Church is ready to celebrate with its annual German Festival this Friday and Saturday. The event will…
Quinoco Energy Company in Bristol has been servicing community's energy needs since 1877 Posted: 14 September 2021 [10:39 AM] If you’re looking for a company to service your energy needs, look no further than Quinoco Energy Company, which has…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 14 September 2021 [09:59 AM] Bristol Police report the following: Sept. 5 Marie Heather Birdsall, 45, 15 Easton St., Waterbury, fifth-degree larceny Christian Garcia, 27, 37 Acorn…
Two teenagers shot in Bristol on Sunday Posted: 14 September 2021 [08:31 AM] BRISTOL -- Two teenagers were shot on Sunday in the area of Main and Summer streets, police said Tuesday. The male…
Monday 09/13/2021
Bristol man sentenced to 10 years in prison for sex charges involving children Posted: 13 September 2021 [02:26 PM] BRISTOL - A Bristol man who pleaded guilty to sex charges involving children has been sentenced to a decade in prison.…
Bristol Health kicking off series of virtual recruiting events for nursing positions Posted: 13 September 2021 [01:20 PM] BRISTOL – Bristol Health on Tuesday is kicking off a series of virtual events aimed at recruiting nursing positions. The series…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 13 September 2021 [10:53 AM] Bristol Police report the following: Sept. 2 Nathan Anthony Marco, 23, 40 Lincoln St., Bristol, second-degree failure to appear Sept. 3 Nikki…
Sunday 09/12/2021
Polish food fans flock to St. Stan's for annual Dozynki Posted: 12 September 2021 [07:27 PM] The scent of Polish delicacies wafted down West Street over the weekend, emanating from behind St. Stanislaus Church. The parish’s annual…
The stray cat brews: Five Churches helps raise funds for Animal Alliance Posted: 12 September 2021 [07:26 PM] Well over 400 stray cats call this city home, and a small group of volunteers collected donations for their care at…
Chauncey Boardman, a clockmaker whose pieces are timeless Posted: 12 September 2021 [05:51 PM] Correspondent Here’s a condensed “Builders of Bristol” version of mine on Chauncey Boardman, which was originally written by Janet Dibble, a local…
SENIOR SIGNALS: Ethically protecting your family with Medicare planning Posted: 12 September 2021 [05:47 PM] Attorney I was recently reviewing the State of Connecticut Department of Social Services website when I came upon an explanation of Medicaid…
Saturday 09/11/2021
Bristol honors Sept. 11 sacrifices Posted: 11 September 2021 [08:10 PM] BRISTOL -- Bristol still remembers. Dignitaries, first responders and residents gathered outside the North Main Street Bristol Fire Department to remember…
Friday 09/10/2021
Bristol families will be able to sleep under the stars, take part in scavenger hunts, games at Muzzy Field; here's how Posted: 10 September 2021 [05:10 PM] BRISTOL – Bristol families will be able to sleep under the stars on Muzzy Field as part of the first…
Bristol man who robbed bank at knifepoint sentenced to a year in prison Posted: 10 September 2021 [05:09 PM] BRISTOL -- A city man who pleaded guilty to robbing a bank at knifepoint in January has been sentenced to a…
Bristol couple gain approval to open auto repair and service facility on Farmington Avenue Posted: 10 September 2021 [04:57 PM] BRISTOL – A husband and wife duo looking to expand their business into an auto repair and service facility at 1114…
Bristol Hospital holds ceremony to remember those who lost their lives 20 years ago on 9/11 Posted: 10 September 2021 [03:48 PM] BRISTOL – Twenty years after the 9/11 attacks, the memory of the tragedy that shook the nation lives on as strong…
Bristol Zoning Commission votes to utilize bond to pay for erosion control of development site at Pine and Mitchell streets Posted: 10 September 2021 [02:32 PM] BRISTOL – A surety bond of $60,000 is being called by the Bristol Zoning Commission after a vote Tuesday night due…
Bristol police make two arrests in connection with Blakeslee Street shooting Posted: 10 September 2021 [02:32 PM] BRISTOL -- Police on Friday announced the arrests of two people they say were involved in a shooting last week.…
Local communities to honor those who lost their lives 20 years ago on Sept. 11 with numerous ceremonies Posted: 10 September 2021 [11:34 AM] BRISTOL – Local communities will pay solemn respects to those who lost their lives 20 years ago in the terrorist attacks…
BRISTOL BITS: Mary Houle remembers her uncle Posted: 10 September 2021 [10:18 AM] Mary Houle, niece of the late General Edward Wozenski of Bristol: “I was a kid in my early 20s when…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 10 September 2021 [10:00 AM] Bristol Police report the following: Aug. 31 German Montanez, 46, 49 Union St., Hartford, risk of injury to a child, SEX 1-VCTM2Y…
Thursday 09/09/2021
Annual Hope for the Homeless Fundraiser returns this Sunday Posted: 09 September 2021 [06:25 PM] BRISTOL – The third annual Hope for the Homeless Fundraiser returns this Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. at the St.…
Lake Compounce holding Central Connecticut Walk to End Alzheimer's this Sunday Posted: 09 September 2021 [06:18 PM] BRISTOL – Coming to Lake Compounce this Sunday is the Central Connecticut Walk to End Alzheimer's. The walk route will be…
One of two boys burned in Bristol returns home, receives special drive-by from police, firefighters Posted: 09 September 2021 [03:56 PM] BRISTOL -- One of two young boys burned during a backyard fire accident over the weekend has been released from the…
Bristol Historical Society offering Children's Scavenger Hunt; here's how to take part Posted: 09 September 2021 [03:35 PM] BRISTOL – The Bristol Historical Society will offer a Children’s Scavenger Hunt of historical sites around the community Sept. 24 through…
Forestville Legion presents Southside Meat Market with certificate of appreciation Posted: 09 September 2021 [02:59 PM] Forestville American Legion Post 209 BRISTOL – Forestville American Legion Post 209 has presented Southside Meat Market with a certificate of appreciation…
City leaders discussing ideas for Centre Square, including potential green space, outdoor carousel Posted: 09 September 2021 [10:35 AM] BRISTOL – Commissioners with the Bristol Economic and Community Development Board of Commissioners recently discussed ongoing ideas for a potential green…
Used book sale coming to Bristol Public Library; here's what you need to know Posted: 09 September 2021 [10:26 AM] BRISTOL – The return for the annual Friends of the Bristol Public Library’s Used Book Sale is slate for Sept. 22…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 09 September 2021 [09:46 AM] Bristol Police report the following: Aug. 29 Marco Antonio, 27, 70 South Extension St., Bristol first-degree criminal trespass, disorderly conduct, violation of…
Wednesday 09/08/2021
Bristol Parks and Rec hires new landscape gardener Posted: 08 September 2021 [05:11 PM] BRISTOL – Bristol Parks, Recreation Youth and Community Services has selected Steven Schriver to serve as the new landscape gardener for…
Four people displaced following house fire in Bristol last week Posted: 08 September 2021 [04:06 PM] BRISTOL -- Four people were displaced following a house fire last week in Bristol. Firefighters said they were called last Tuesday…
HEALTHY LIVING: Understanding prostate cancer symptoms and treatments Posted: 08 September 2021 [02:31 PM] Understanding the symptoms and treatment for prostate cancer By Dr. Kenneth Weisman September is recognized as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month…
Bristol Rotary Club holding Miniature Golf Fundraiser at Hidden Valley; here's how to take part Posted: 08 September 2021 [01:46 PM] BRISTOL – The Bristol Rotary Club will be holding its third annual Miniature Golf Fundraiser Sunday, Sept. 12 at Hidden Valley…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 08 September 2021 [11:43 AM] Bristol Police report the following: Aug. 29 Marco Antonio Coronel Sagbay, 27, 70 South Extension St., Bristol, first-degree criminal trespass, disorderly conduct,…
Tuesday 09/07/2021
Two children seriously injured in Bristol bonfire taken to burn units Posted: 07 September 2021 [06:03 PM] BRISTOL -- Two Bristol children burned when an accelerant was used in a local bonfire Sunday have been taken to specialized…
Police looking for missing Bristol teen Posted: 07 September 2021 [05:41 PM] BRISTOL -- Police are looking for a missing teenager. State police on Tuesday issued a Silver Alert for Nicholas Jordan, 14.…
Bristol woman pleads not guilty to caring for two children while possibly on drugs Posted: 07 September 2021 [03:46 PM] BRISTOL -- A Bristol woman has pleaded not guilty to allegations of her possibly being under the influence of drugs while…