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Thursday 09/23/2021
Skytop Motors has served Bristol community's automotive needs since 2016 Posted: 23 September 2021 [02:53 PM] STAFF Skytop Motors has served many of the Bristol community’s automotive needs since 2016, and recently, its owner has started another company…
Tuesday 09/14/2021
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…
Friday 08/13/2021
Lottery announces partner; sports betting closer to reality Posted: 13 August 2021 [11:32 AM] The Connecticut Lottery Corporation announced Thursday it is partnering with Rush Street Interactive, an online casino and sports betting company that operates…
Tuesday 07/27/2021
Hometown Pizza in Bristol serving up thin-crust, New York-style pies for past decade Posted: 27 July 2021 [03:52 PM] BRISTOL – Customers who come to Hometown Pizza can expect to find consistent quality and a variety of fresh menu options.…
Monday 07/26/2021
Trade group: Connecticut could lag in regaining hotel jobs Posted: 26 July 2021 [10:19 AM] HARTFORD - Connecticut could lag behind most states in regaining hotel jobs lost during the coronavirus pandemic, according to projections by a…
Tuesday 07/20/2021
Imagine Nation in Bristol holding open house as enrollment for fall preschool program begins Posted: 20 July 2021 [12:04 PM] BRISTOL – Enrollment for the Imagine Nation fall preschool program is now open. Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center, is…
Monday 07/12/2021
Salon owner sells business for $1 to 'worthy' employee Posted: 12 July 2021 [09:00 AM] NEW HAVEN - Salon owner Pio Imperati took a chance and hired hairstylist Kathy Moura right out of technical high school 15…
Thursday 06/24/2021
Athena Health Care Systems excited about summer themed 'Together Again' Posted: 24 June 2021 [02:56 PM] Athena Health Care Systems, which includes Countryside Manor and Sheriden Woods Health Care Center, is excited about a summer themed “Together…
Tuesday 06/22/2021
Century 21 Bay-Mar Realty in Bristol expanding to meet increasing demand Posted: 22 June 2021 [09:05 AM] BRISTOL – With the housing market exceptionally busy, Century 21 Bay-Mar Realty, Inc. is expanding its roster to meet the increasing…
Friday 06/18/2021
FRIDAY'S FICKS: Honesty is not a lonely word; try to keep it company Posted: 18 June 2021 [01:29 PM] Medina Spirit won the Kentucky Derby last month – Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert's record seventh Derby win. Or did he?…
Tuesday 06/15/2021
Veterans Strong Community Center in Bristol here to help veterans in any way possible Posted: 15 June 2021 [12:43 PM] BRISTOL – Despite celebrating its fifth anniversary this year, far too many veterans still don’t know about the Veterans Strong Community…
Vein Treatment Center has grand opening in Bristol, continues to provide world class medical services in New Britain Posted: 15 June 2021 [10:08 AM] STAFF The Bristol Vein Treatment Center had its grand opening this week and will continue providing world class medical services to the…
Tuesday 06/08/2021
Dusty Dude Woodworks in Bristol offers high-quality customization, craftsmanship for home decor, much more
Posted: 08 June 2021 [10:54 AM] BRISTOL – Dusty Dude Woodworks, a new Bristol business which opened last year, offers high levels of customization and delivers high-quality…
Thursday 05/27/2021
Good Guy Electric offering quality work at reasonable prices for more than two decades Posted: 27 May 2021 [01:53 PM] Good Guy Electric has been doing quality work at reasonable prices for more than two decades. “My business is a very…
Tuesday 05/25/2021
Rybczyk Instant Response Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning strives to do the job right the first time Posted: 25 May 2021 [09:24 AM] BRISTOL – James Rybczyk Instant Response Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. strives to do the job right the first time…
Thursday 05/20/2021
FRIDAY'S FICKS: Don't let the art of listening go the way of the white rhino Posted: 20 May 2021 [09:07 PM] The northern white rhinoceros. Extinct. Or nearly so. The Amur leopard too. And so is the art of listening. There’s an…
Friday 05/14/2021
Restaurants question how a partial mask mandate will work Posted: 14 May 2021 [02:46 PM] Some Connecticut restauranteurs are questioning how they should handle the state's plans to require indoor mask-wearing for only unvaccinated people beginning May…
Thursday 04/29/2021
Firehouse Subs providing grants to area public safety organizations, still serving sandwiches with healthy portions Posted: 29 April 2021 [09:24 AM] BRISTOL – Firehouse Subs provided more than $200,000 in grants to area public safety organizations last year while continuing to serve…
Tuesday 04/27/2021
Neighbors Convenience & Food Mart in Bristol more equipped than average store, and has tons of candy Posted: 27 April 2021 [12:25 PM] BRISTOL – Neighbors Convenience & Food Mart offers Bristol a small market that’s more equipped than the average convenience store but…
Thursday 03/25/2021
Family Roots Produce Market in Bristol offers fresh fruits, vegetables and more at affordable prices Posted: 25 March 2021 [10:34 AM] PRESS STAFF BRISTOL – Family Roots Produce Market, located at 370 Riverside Ave., offers a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables as…
Tuesday 03/23/2021
Poke's Works in Bristol offers unique approach in blending two different styles of cuisine Posted: 23 March 2021 [12:47 PM] BRISTOL – Poke’s Works in Bristol takes a unique approach in blending two different styles of cuisines under one roof. The…
Thursday 03/18/2021
Burlington will take over former Toys 'R' Us building on Berlin Turnpike Posted: 18 March 2021 [02:29 PM] NEWINGTON – The former Toys “R” Us building will be the new home of a Burlington Stores franchise. The national retailer…
For 75 years Polumbo's Jewelers has offered high quality jewelry, personalized customer service Posted: 18 March 2021 [10:23 AM] NEW BRITAIN – High quality jewelry and personalized customer service are what sustain a family-run company like Polumbo’s Jewelers for 75…
Saturday 03/13/2021
Congressman John Larson and Bristol city discuss importance of American Rescue Plan funds for municipalities and education Posted: 13 March 2021 [04:33 PM] BRISTOL – The city of Bristol is set to receive millions from the American Rescue Plan, with funds slated for both…
Saturday 02/20/2021
Wreaths Across America kicks off 2021 fundraising efforts Posted: 20 February 2021 [02:47 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Planning to return bigger and better than before, Wreaths Across America is working on being fully commemorated again…
Saturday 01/30/2021
Mt. Southington Offers Winter Joy Amid Pandemic Posted: 30 January 2021 [04:16 PM] There was a definite chill in the air early Saturday morning but that didn’t stop ski enthusiasts from heading up Mt.…
Sunday 12/06/2020
Premier Portraits Studio offers variety of photography options Posted: 06 December 2020 [08:31 PM] PLAINVILLE - From school photos and portraits, to worldwide events, there’s a photography business in Plainville that is committed to providing quality…
Tuesday 09/22/2020
Micari Financial Group provides residents with full service products, determined to help customers achieve goals Posted: 22 September 2020 [11:45 AM] Micari Financial Group has been providing Connecticut residents with full service financial products since 1990 and is determined to help all…
Tuesday 09/15/2020
James Rybczyk Instant Response Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning has knowledge, experience to serve customers' needs 24/7 Posted: 15 September 2020 [11:00 AM] BRISTOL – James Rybczyk Instant Response Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. strives to do the job right the first time…
Tuesday 08/25/2020
Century 21 Bar-Mar Realty continues to do great business in Bristol, with 50 years of experience Posted: 25 August 2020 [10:50 AM] STAFF REPORT BRISTOL – Century 21 Bar-Mar Realty Inc. has expanded its staff and its market, with President Scott Bayne attributing this…
Tuesday 07/21/2020
Good Guy Electric should be first call for electrical work for residential, commercial buildings, industrial equipment Posted: 21 July 2020 [12:08 PM] Serving Hartford and Litchfield counties since 1997, Good Guy Electric should be your first call for any and all electrical work.…
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…