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Friday 11/26/2021
New nonprofit forms to support Bristol's culture, arts scene Posted: 26 November 2021 [05:39 PM] BRISTOL – A new nonprofit has recently formed to support Bristol’s culture and arts scene both financially and organizationally. The hopes…
State police responded to nearly 3,000 calls for service over last two days Posted: 26 November 2021 [04:19 PM] State police have responded to nearly 3,000 calls for service and made 20 DUI arrests in the first two days of…
Bristol Mayor's Task Force to recognize World AIDS Day Posted: 26 November 2021 [03:42 PM] BRISTOL – On Dec. 1, the Bristol Mayor’s Task Force on HIV, AIDS and HCV is slated to recognize World AIDS…
Forum answers questions about Covanta Bristol Resource Recovery Center Posted: 26 November 2021 [11:18 AM] PLYMOUTH – An open forum was held at the Plymouth Town Hall Tuesday to discuss proposed changes to incinerate biomedical waste…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 26 November 2021 [10:40 AM] Bristol Police report the following: Nov. 23 Julianna Maria Bardales, 22, 781 Farmington Ave., Bristol, ill opn motor vehicle under infl alc/drug,…
Thursday 11/25/2021
Area retailers, Westfarms mall, big box stores ready to hand out deals on Black Friday to expected big crowds Posted: 25 November 2021 [10:53 AM] STAFF There is promised to be deals, deals and more deals this Black Friday and retailers are prepared for shoppers. The holiday…
Bristol, Plymouth, Plainville, Southington in red zone for covid infections Posted: 25 November 2021 [10:06 AM] HARTFORD - Sixty-five percent of Connecticut's 169 cities and towns are now in the red alert level, the state's highest of four…
Bristol Chorale and the Bristol Brass and Wind Ensemble set for holiday concert at BCHS Posted: 25 November 2021 [09:55 AM] BRISTOL BRASS & WIND ENSEMBLE BRISTOL – The Bristol Chorale and the Bristol Brass and Wind Ensemble will be presenting its…
Elaborate Wedding & Event Planner make sure every event turns out exactly how customers want it Posted: 25 November 2021 [09:48 AM] BRISTOL - The staff at Elaborate Wedding & Event Planner make sure every event they plan turns out exactly how the…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 25 November 2021 [09:44 AM] Bristol Police report the following: Nov. 21 William Manchester, 68, 73 Pond View Ln., Bristol, first-degree criminal trespass, criminal violation on…
Wednesday 11/24/2021
Area officials, leaders say what they are thankful for this Thanksgiving Posted: 24 November 2021 [04:07 PM] HERALD PRESS STAFF Happy Thanksgiving! As a newspaper staff, we are thankful that you continue to support us through subscribing and purchasing…
Bristol police part of auto theft task force, taking steps to educate area youth on hazards of vehicle theft Posted: 24 November 2021 [04:05 PM] BRISTOL – The Bristol Police Department is taking part in the Greater Hartford Regional Auto Theft Task Force and is also…
Elderly Bristol man who had been missing located Posted: 24 November 2021 [02:19 PM] BRISTOL -- An elderly Bristol man who had been missing for nearly a week has been located. Bristol police on Wednesday…
Bristol Historical Society is bringing back its outdoor 'European Christmas Market' Posted: 24 November 2021 [01:46 PM] BRISTOL –Bristol Historical Society is bringing back its outdoor “European Christmas Market” Friday, which will be held outdoors, weather permitting, in…
Tuesday 11/23/2021
Bristol teen who had been missing has been located Posted: 23 November 2021 [06:02 PM] Update: The teen has been located, according to a woman who identified herself as his mother. Original story: BRISTOL…
State, area police gearing up for heavy travel on roads for holiday week, including Click It or Ticket campaign Posted: 23 November 2021 [05:56 PM] State and area police are gearing up for a holiday week that is expected to see much more travel than last…
Bristol Rotary Club helps to raise over $37,000 to go towards feeding those in need Posted: 23 November 2021 [05:16 PM] BRISTOL – The Bristol Rotary Club in partnership with Liberty Bank Foundation and Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church recently raised over $37,000…
Bristol Interfaith Coalition is looking to hold its annual Thanksgiving service Posted: 23 November 2021 [05:07 PM] The Bristol Interfaith Coalition is looking to hold its annual interfaith Thanksgiving service, and as part of that service it’s aiming…
St. Stanislaus Church's Youth Ministry bringing back Christmas Craft Fair Posted: 23 November 2021 [04:07 PM] BRISTOL – St. Stanislaus Church's Youth Ministry is bringing back its annual Christmas Craft Fair Saturday, Dec. 11, offering a variety…
Atlantic Restoration & Remodeling Group serves community's restoration needs 24/7 Posted: 23 November 2021 [03:28 PM] From small repairs to full restorations, Atlantic Restoration & Remodeling Group is there to serve the community’s restoration needs. Atlantic…
BRISTOL BITS: Former Bristol Central wrestling coach writes in new book Posted: 23 November 2021 [02:41 PM] Here’s a photo of the book cover by Ken DeStepanis, in which one segment is written by former Bristol Central wrestling…
Seniors at Delorenzo Towers receive food donations in time for Thanksgiving Posted: 23 November 2021 [12:57 PM] BRISTOL – Seniors at Delorenzo Towers received a donation of boxes and boxes of turkeys, chickens and other food for Thanksgiving…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 23 November 2021 [09:40 AM] Bristol Police report the following: Nov. 21 William Manchester, 68, 73 Pond View Ln., Bristol, first-degree criminal trespass, criminal violation on restraining…
Monday 11/22/2021
HEALTHY LIVING: Why moms may not be OK during pregnancy, postpartum Posted: 22 November 2021 [09:24 PM] “Since getting pregnant, I have been feeling very anxious. I feel sad, lonely and weepy without any reason.” “I am pregnant, I…
Porch fire at apartment building in Bristol being investigated Posted: 22 November 2021 [05:53 PM] BRISTOL -- A porch fire reported Monday is under investigation. Firefighters said they were called to a multi-family apartment building on…
Bristol man sentenced to 20 months in prison on prostitution charges stemming from Southington investigation Posted: 22 November 2021 [03:15 PM] SOUTHINGTON - A Bristol man has been sentenced to prison time after pleading guilty to charges connected to the trafficking of…
Holiday Lights returns to Lake Compounce after one-year hiatus this weekend Posted: 22 November 2021 [02:32 PM] LAKE COMPOUNCE BRISTOL – Holiday Lights is returning to Lake Compounce this Friday, Nov. 26 beginning at 5 p.m. after a one-year…
Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center to hold an open house Posted: 22 November 2021 [12:47 PM] BRISTOL – Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center, Inc. is bringing back its Holiday Open House on Dec. 5, offering residents a chance…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 22 November 2021 [10:04 AM] Bristol Police report the following: Nov. 18 Jason Albert, 50, 41 Gina St., Bristol, disorderly conduct, third-degree assault, second-degree unlawful restraint Nicholas…
Sunday 11/21/2021
SENIOR SIGNALS: 9 questions you must ask before you or a loved one goes into a nursing home Posted: 21 November 2021 [07:37 PM] Attorney The decision to place yourself or a family member into a nursing home is one of the most difficult decisions you…
PRIME TIME: Taking a stroll down Memory Lane Posted: 21 November 2021 [07:29 PM] Correspondent Growing up in the 1950s to early 1960s was a positive experience here and around the nation. This took place after…
Plainville police seek info in copper wire thefts Posted: 21 November 2021 [10:17 AM] PLAINVILLE -- Plainville Police are seeking two men who took $4,800 worth of copper wire from a local Lowe's on October…
Saturday 11/20/2021
Yankee Peddler Craft Fair remembers over 100 years of history Posted: 20 November 2021 [06:28 PM] BRISTOL -- Event organizers said the Yankee Peddler Craft Fair held Friday and Saturday has been hosted off and on since…
Friday 11/19/2021
New Bristol mayor listening to residents' concerns about Covanta's plans to add biomedical waste incineration; public meeting planned Posted: 19 November 2021 [06:17 PM] BRISTOL – Some city residents have expressed concerns regarding a proposed change to an industrial waste permit to include biomedical waste…
Area business removed from Bristol's rotating towing company list due to inaccurate reports Posted: 19 November 2021 [06:09 PM] BRISTOL – An area business was removed from the city’s rotating towing company list due to inaccurately filling out reports. Police…
Salvation Army of Bristol serves over 300 families to Thanksgiving holiday food drive-thru style Posted: 19 November 2021 [05:01 PM] BRISTOL – The Salvation Army of Bristol aimed to serve over 300 families Friday as part of its Thanksgiving holiday food…
Bristol man arrested for failing to answer to drug charges connected to near fatal overdose in Plainville Posted: 19 November 2021 [05:01 PM] PLAINVILLE – A Bristol man who missed court to answer to drug charges in connection with a near fatal overdose in…
Bristol Health program provides Thanksgiving meals for 180 families in need Posted: 19 November 2021 [02:40 PM] BRISTOL – Bristol Health’s Women, Infants and Children Program Thursday did what it has been doing for 30 years, providing Thanksgiving…
Tickets on sale for Central CT Chambers' holiday party, small business awards event Posted: 19 November 2021 [12:05 PM] BRISTOL – Tickets are on sale now for the Central CT Chambers of Commerce’s Regional Holiday Party and Small Business Awards…
Bristol Hospital receives 'B' grade for protecting patients from harm, error Posted: 19 November 2021 [11:00 AM] BRISTOL – Bristol Hospital has been assigned a B safety grade from an organization that rates hospitals across the country. The…
BRISTOL BITS: Some committees are better than others, including this one Posted: 19 November 2021 [10:53 AM] For those who served on committees have found some a little better than others. I’ve had that opportunity and this includes…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 19 November 2021 [10:19 AM] Bristol Police report the following: Nov. 16 Andrew Thomas Flores, 19, 133 Surrey Dr., Bristol, disorderly conduct Nathaniel Julius Gonzalez, 26, 3…
Thursday 11/18/2021
FRIDAY FICKS: Remember, someone needs to drive the 'magic bus' Posted: 18 November 2021 [09:13 PM] Upon graduating from college, I returned to Berlin full of life and ready to rock the summer. Conveniently (or otherwise), I neglected…
Bristol Public Schools name Teacher of the Year Posted: 18 November 2021 [06:07 PM] BRISTOL – Bristol Public School’s Teacher of the Year is Alissa Keane, an educator who is inspired in what she does.…
BRISTOL BITS: Bev Strong presented with copy of a Bristol Press page Posted: 18 November 2021 [12:11 PM] During ceremonies at American Legion Post 2 on Veterans Day, Bev Strong was presented with a copy of a September 2000…
Bristol helping to support Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center with grant Posted: 18 November 2021 [11:56 AM] BRISTOL – City Hall has been helping to support Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center activities with a $10,000 Community Development Block Grant.…
Avril's Boutique opens in Bristol Posted: 18 November 2021 [11:52 AM] BRISTOL – Avril’s Boutique has opened on Terryville Avenue, offering a wide selection of clothes, apparel, shoes, jewelry and more.…
Bristol Public Schools prepare for students to take classes at Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School Posted: 18 November 2021 [11:49 AM] BRISTOL – Bristol Public Schools continues to prepare for students to take classes at Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School (AIMS)…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 18 November 2021 [08:28 AM] Bristol Police report the following: Nov. 15 Tayna Katherine Duffy, 46, 231 Divinty St., Bristol, evade resp-injury/prop damage, ill opn motor vehicle…