STAFF REPORT BRISTOL - Bob “Semo” Siemiatkoski and Karen Diamantes, a father-daughter duo, wouldn’t have the success they do in real estate…
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Thursday 11/26/2020
Stories of the Week Podcast: This week's special guest is Bristol mayor Ellen Zoppo-Sassu; listen here Posted: 26 November 2020 [12:51 PM] STORIES OF THE WEEK PODCAST The guest this week is Bristol mayor Ellen Zoppo-Sassu, talking about what she learned from the first…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 26 November 2020 [12:48 PM] Bristol police report the following: Nov. 21 Shawn Dobreski, 29, 694 Stafford Ave., Bristol, stalking Francisco Nugent, 62, 70 Union St., Bristol,…
Wednesday 11/25/2020
Bristol resident dies from coronavirus-associated illness Posted: 25 November 2020 [06:24 PM] New Britain and Newington both had two coronavirus-associated while Bristol had one additional virus-associated death reported Wednesday, according to state health…
'It's a little depressing': Thanksgiving in a pandemic will look a lot different than years past Posted: 25 November 2020 [04:50 PM] Remember the Thanksgivings of yesteryear, when kids sat at their own table, cousins fought over the wishbone and at least three…
Bristol Hospital's coronavirus numbers go mostly unchanged Wednesday Posted: 25 November 2020 [04:17 PM] BRISTOL -- Bristol Hospital’s coronavirus numbers went mostly unchanged Wednesday. The hospital reported treating 13 patients who have tested positive for…
BRISTOL BITS: Long-lost dog tags returned to family Posted: 25 November 2020 [01:04 PM] I was contacted by Paul Sulzicki of Southington a couple of weeks ago after he had done research on an Army dog…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 25 November 2020 [12:50 PM] Bristol police report the following: Nov. 19 Marc Lozier, 50, 130 School St., Bristol, failure to appear second degree Marcell Marcano, 27,…
Federal prosecutors to ask for minimum of nine years in prison for Bristol man who solicited child pornography, had sexual conversations with teen Posted: 25 November 2020 [12:48 PM] BRISTOL - Federal prosecutors will ask a judge to sentence a Bristol man, who pleaded guilty Tuesday to having sexual communications…
Bristol Historical Society will be offering a European-style outdoor Christmas market Posted: 25 November 2020 [12:22 PM] BRISTOL – In lieu of their traditional Christmas Fair, the Bristol Historical Society will be offering a European-style outdoor Christmas market…
Tuesday 11/24/2020
Bristol has 60 new coronavirus cases in past day; updates for Plymouth, Southington, Plainville Posted: 24 November 2020 [05:29 PM] Bristol had an additional 58 residents confirmed and another two considered probable in testing positive for coronavirus Tuesday, according to state…
Bristol man pleads guilty to soliciting child pornography Posted: 24 November 2020 [03:16 PM] STAFF REPORT BRISTOL – Jeffrey L. Bacon of Bristol pled guilty to soliciting child pornography, according to John Durham, United States Attorney…
'You don't have to leave Bristol to do your Christmas shopping': Bysiewicz joins city leaders in encouraging residents to shop local Posted: 24 November 2020 [12:45 PM] BRISTOL – Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz joined Bristol city leaders and local business owners in speaking about the importance of “shopping…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 24 November 2020 [09:59 AM] Bristol police report the following: Nov. 17 Samantha Jones, 24, 70 Gridley St., Bristol, false statement, interfere with officer/resisting, falsely reporting an…
Monday 11/23/2020
Bristol has two coronavirus-associated deaths, Southington one; area case numbers all up Posted: 23 November 2020 [06:20 PM] There were 43 coronavirus-associated deaths statewide since Friday, with seven of those coming from the area, according to state health officials…
Bristol Hospital sees increase in coronavirus patients Posted: 23 November 2020 [05:05 PM] BRISTOL -- Bristol Hospital saw an increase in coronavirus patients over the weekend. The hospital on Monday reported treating 14 patients…
Multiple factors, including Thanksgiving travel and gatherings, could explain why lines are so long at covid-19 testing sites Posted: 23 November 2020 [05:02 PM] STAFF REPORT Lines remain long as area residents seek to receive coronavirus tests, and the demand may not let up any time…
Liberty Baptist Church collects 1,500 shoeboxes of presents for less fortunate children Posted: 23 November 2020 [03:48 PM] BRISTOL – Liberty Baptist Church in Bristol has helped to collect 1,500 shoeboxes full of toys and presents for less fortunate…
Bristol public schools move to full remote learning for two weeks Posted: 23 November 2020 [03:33 PM] BRISTOL – New cases of covid-19 have been reported at Bristol Eastern high School, Northeast Middle School, Hubbell Elementary School,…
Jury selection set for January for Bristol man accused of stealing mail Posted: 23 November 2020 [03:18 PM] Jury selection could begin as early as January for a Bristol man who worked as a postal worker when he allegedly…
Transfer Station announces hours for Thanksgiving week Posted: 23 November 2020 [02:28 PM] BRISTOL – The Public Works Department has published the schedule for the Transfer Station, trash, recycling, yard waste pick up…
American Clock & Watch Museum's 'Mantels for the Season' is now on Posted: 23 November 2020 [01:12 PM] BRISTOL – The American Clock & Watch Museum’s “Mantels for the Season” is running through the end of December. Visitors will…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 23 November 2020 [12:25 PM] Bristol police report the following: Nov. 15 Michael Cronin, 32, 48 Gridley St., Bristol, operate/tow unregistered motor vehicle, misuse of plate, operation…
Sunday 11/22/2020
PRIME TIME: Holcombe was important businessman, civil servant Posted: 22 November 2020 [09:12 PM] CORRESPONDENT Last week’s entry by Eleanor Wilson was on Emily Seymour Holcombe and it is part of the “Builders of Bristol” series,…
Bristol police to join Click It or Ticket campaign to encourage driver safety Posted: 22 November 2020 [09:10 PM] BRISTOL - With Thanksgiving right around the corner, Bristol police will join the Click It or Ticket campaign to encourage driver…
Bristol teens collect, sort hundreds of pounds of food for families in need Posted: 22 November 2020 [04:46 PM] BRISTOL - The community showed up big time to a canned food drive led by the Keystone Club at the Bristol…
Saturday 11/21/2020
Bristol letter carriers continue Thanksgiving food drive tradition with new format for covid-19 pandemic Posted: 21 November 2020 [02:23 PM] BRISTOL -- Cars were lined up on Saturday at the local Post Office to provide Thanksgiving donations to those who need…
Friday 11/20/2020
Bristol man who works as postal employee indicted for allegedly stealing cash, other items of value from mail Posted: 20 November 2020 [06:40 PM] A Bristol man who works as a postal worker in Hartford was indicted Friday for allegedly stealing cash and other items…
Dozen gather to protest decision to shut down Legends Sports Bar Posted: 20 November 2020 [06:14 PM] BRISTOL – About a dozen people gathered in front of Legends Sports Bar in Forestville Friday afternoon to protest the…
Bristol Hospital sees another decrease in covid-19 patients Posted: 20 November 2020 [05:49 PM] BRISTOL -- Bristol Hospital saw a slight decrease in coronavirus patients Friday. The number of patients who have tested positive at…
Bristol, Southington have coronavirus-associated deaths; plus Bristol, Plymouth, Southington, Plainville case updates Posted: 20 November 2020 [05:09 PM] Newington and Southington both had a resident confirmed as dying from coronavirus-illness, while Bristol had one resident considered probable, according to…
Bristol resident honored for helping neighbor escape fire Posted: 20 November 2020 [03:46 PM] BRISTOL – A local resident was recognized by city officials Thursday evening for his role in courageously putting his safety in…
Teacher shortage has state turning to CCSU students for pilot education program in Bristol Posted: 20 November 2020 [03:17 PM] Connecticut has launched a pilot education program in Bristol that puts college students in public schools to help ease the state's teacher…
As Thanksgiving gatherings take on new meaning, many are opting for to-go options, with area restaurants prepared to fill the need Posted: 20 November 2020 [01:23 PM] As the pandemic rages on through the Thanksgiving holiday, several area restaurants and caterers are stepping up to cook the big…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 20 November 2020 [11:28 AM] Bristol police report the following: Nov. 13 Sylvia Oliver, 27, 399 Ivy Dr., Bristol, fugitive from justice Chele Petruck, 35, 31 Joseph…
Looking at the life of one of Bristol's first librarians Posted: 20 November 2020 [10:51 AM] BRISTOL – The man who did it all may still haunt the beloved town institution that breathes his legacy. The Bristol…
BRISTOL BITS: A big wedding surprise and a basketball coach's memoir Posted: 20 November 2020 [10:47 AM] Shhhh! Brent MacDonald and Theresa Degan are getting married next Friday at St. Joseph Church, which they will be leaving afterwards…
Thursday 11/19/2020
Stories of the Week Podcast, Episode 8, with special guest CIAC Executive Director Glenn Lungarini, who discusses the winter sports season Posted: 19 November 2020 [07:03 PM] STORIES OF THE WEEK PODCAST Just one day after announcing all winter sports activities will not start until Jan. 19, CIAC Executive…
Bristol mayor in quarantine after having been potentially exposed to covid-19 Posted: 19 November 2020 [06:51 PM] BRISTOL – Mayor Ellen Zoppo-Sassu confirmed today that she is in quarantine and working from home after having been potentially…
Bristol mayor, Governor talk about state mandated covid-19 restrictions during daily briefing Posted: 19 November 2020 [06:44 PM] Mayor Ellen Zoppo-Sassu was invited to participate in Gov. Ned Lamont’s daily press briefing on Nov. 19, to talk about…
All area cities and towns marked 'Red Alert'; Bristol, Plymouth have virus-associated deaths Posted: 19 November 2020 [06:03 PM] Every single area city and town is currently marked as “Red Alert” status when it comes to coronavirus cases in the…
Bristol Hospital still treating 11 coronavirus patients Posted: 19 November 2020 [05:03 PM] BRISTOL -- Bristol Hospital’s coronavirus numbers went mostly unchanged Thursday. The hospital reported treating 11 patients who have tested positive for…
'I'd rather take grievances than offer my condolences': Area senior centers closing down again amidst second wave of coronavirus cases Posted: 19 November 2020 [03:49 PM] After Connecticut senior centers were cleared to cautiously reopen this fall, the dreaded second wave of covid-19 hit, forcing the most…
Bristol reminds residents to follow U.S. Postal Service/Public Works specifications when installing mailboxes Posted: 19 November 2020 [03:40 PM] BRISTOL -- With winter approaching, the Mayor’s Office and the Department of Public Works are reminding residents that all rural…
Parks department announces winners of 23rd annual Turkey Shoot Posted: 19 November 2020 [03:12 PM] BRISTOL -- Local youth and community members participated the Parks, Recreation, and Youth & Community Services Department’s 23rd annual Turkey Shoot…
Wojtusik's is getting into holiday spirit Posted: 19 November 2020 [02:56 PM] BRISTOL – Wojtusik’s Nursery & Garden Center is getting into the Christmas spirit with lots of holiday decorations, a petting zoo,…
United Way of West Central Connecticut will begin Holiday Toy Drive Posted: 19 November 2020 [01:52 PM] BRISTOL – The United Way of West Central Connecticut will begin their Holiday Toy Drive at Saturday’s farmer’s market. The United…
Bristol health cardiologist retiring after 34 years of practicing Posted: 19 November 2020 [11:43 AM] BRISTOL – Dr. Michael L. Whaley is retiring from his cardiology practice at Bristol Health at the end of the…
A time of high anxiety: Election, pandemic information overload stressing people out Posted: 19 November 2020 [10:35 AM] NEW BRITAIN – With election anxiety on top of pandemic stress, the magnified pressure is causing an uptick in mental health…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 19 November 2020 [10:08 AM] Bristol police report the following: Nov. 10 Alicemarie Cruz-Ortiz, 27, 95 Shawn Dr., Bristol, injury/risk/impairing morals, breach of peace second degree, assault…