Following the state’s first day of reopening the economy Wednesday, Gov. Ned Lamont has started discussions about plans for phases two…
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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…
New Britain staple Angelo's still serving great food, plus essentials, during pandemic Posted: 13 May 2020 [11:30 AM] Unlike many eateries in the area, Angelo’s Market in New Britain was deemed an essential business because of its grocery offerings…
Tuesday 05/12/2020
Area retail stores, malls, movie theaters mostly empty, with some preparing best they can to reopen soon Posted: 12 May 2020 [04:23 PM] Light jazz played unassumingly outside the entrance of Kohl’s in Plainville Tuesday afternoon, but there was not a soul in sight.…
Monday 05/11/2020
Gas prices in region increase for first time in more than month; locally, prices well under average Posted: 11 May 2020 [09:51 AM] For the first time in more than a month, the average price for a gallon of gas increased across the United States,…
Friday 05/08/2020
'We can't wait to re-open': Area diners especially hit hard by COVID-19 restrictions Posted: 08 May 2020 [03:40 PM] Remember the days when you could tuck into a booth at your favorite greasy spoon and start the day with scrambled…
Connecticut shows signs of meeting May 20 reopening criteria Posted: 08 May 2020 [11:38 AM] HARTFORD - Gov. Ned Lamont said Thursday that Connecticut is showing positive signs it can meet criteria set for the state's planned…
Wednesday 05/06/2020
Stew Leonard Jr. alleviates concerns about national meat shortage during event at Newington location Posted: 06 May 2020 [12:40 PM] NEWINGTON – Stew Leonard Jr. sought to alleviate concerns about a national meat shortage during a press conference at the grocery’s…
Tuesday 05/05/2020
Bell City Diner still offering traditional favorites, specialty milkshakes for pick-up Posted: 05 May 2020 [03:36 PM] BRISTOL – Bell City Diner is still open, offering daily specials and at-the-door pick-up of its full menu. Owner Peter Pavlides…
Monday 05/04/2020
Food aid groups try to outbid others; state seeks a solution Posted: 04 May 2020 [02:12 PM] HARTFORD - The Connecticut agriculture commissioner is considering buying food in bulk to provide to organizations that feed needy people, which have…
Friday 05/01/2020
Area breweries overcoming slow start, still selling product as customers now enjoy from a distance Posted: 01 May 2020 [04:03 PM] Connoisseurs of craft beer are still selling and savoring all the hoppy, malty and sour libations they can, while sharing in…
Thursday 04/30/2020
Lamont says new COVID cases in state's dense neighborhoods, present challenge to reopening Posted: 30 April 2020 [10:52 AM] HARTFORD - Weeks into the coronavirus pandemic, Gov. Ned Lamont said Wednesday it appears Connecticut's more densely packed neighborhoods are where many…
Wednesday 04/29/2020
'If they keep ordering, that's great': Town & Country Pizza still serving community Italian-American favorites Posted: 29 April 2020 [10:55 AM] NEW BRITAIN – An institution within city limits, not much changes at Town & Country Pizza. As other businesses retrofit their…
Tuesday 04/28/2020
Lamont to make 'preliminary' decisions on reopening in week to 10 days Posted: 28 April 2020 [11:39 AM] HARTFORD - Gov. Ned Lamont said Monday he expects to make some “very preliminary” decisions about reopening parts of Connecticut's economy in…
Monday 04/27/2020
Stop & Shop wants grocery store workers to be classified 'first responders' or 'emergency personnel' Posted: 27 April 2020 [08:49 AM] STAFF REPORT Stop & Shop and the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union (UFCW) Monday called on federal and state governments to…
Thursday 04/23/2020
June eyed for start of reopening for Connecticut businesses Posted: 23 April 2020 [06:34 PM] HARTFORD - Connecticut could possibly begin a multi-step process of loosening restrictions on businesses and gatherings by June, a co-chairman of Gov.…
Tuesday 04/21/2020
Liberty Bank stays committed to keeping customers informed Posted: 21 April 2020 [05:32 PM] brianjohnsonbp Liberty Bank helps keep customers informed and protected during the COVID-19 epidemic. Those who visit liberty-bank.com/COVID-19 will find information about branch…
'It effectively stopped business': Area auto dealerships struggling as people aren't buying cars during pandemic Posted: 21 April 2020 [05:31 PM] BRISTOL - Local car dealerships have had to drastically change the way they do things and adapt to life during the…
Thursday 04/16/2020
Lamont to order to grocery, retail workers to wear masks Posted: 16 April 2020 [10:45 AM] HARTFORD - Gov. Ned Lamont said Wednesday he plans to require grocery and other retail workers who interact with the public to…
Wednesday 04/15/2020
Connecticut-based WWE cuts several wrestlers after Florida deems it 'essential' Posted: 15 April 2020 [05:30 PM] STAMFORD - WWE started releasing professional wrestlers on Wednesday in budget cuts related to the coronavirus pandemic. The moves came even with…
'People still need a place to live': Realtors, home buyers, sellers navigating very different process due to COVID-19 Posted: 15 April 2020 [02:00 PM] Some say this is not the time to welcome strangers into your home, while others say it’s the perfect time. That’s…
Lamont targets May 20 to make decisions about reopening Posted: 15 April 2020 [10:23 AM] BRIDGEPORT - Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont took issue Tuesday with President Donald Trump's plans to get the nation's economy restarted by May…
Tuesday 04/14/2020
Area businesses taking advantage of Paycheck Protection Program, but still waiting on money Posted: 14 April 2020 [04:59 PM] Many of the small businesses in the New Britain and Bristol areas have applied for the Paycheck Protection Program as the…
Monday 04/13/2020
Connecticut to work with other states on regional reopening Posted: 13 April 2020 [05:03 PM] HARTFORD - Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont joined the governors of New York, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware on Monday to…
'We're all looking at how we're going to survive': Area Chambers struggling just as much as the businesses they are fighting for Posted: 13 April 2020 [04:20 PM] Chambers of commerce are helping Connecticut’s small businesses to enroll in the federal Paycheck Protection Program but ironically the chambers…
State colleges, including Tunxis, band together to make PPE for front-line workers Posted: 13 April 2020 [10:00 AM] With courses moved online as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, Tunxis Community College and other campuses in the Connecticut…
Friday 04/10/2020
Lamont to sign order extending restaurant, other closures due to coronavirus pandemic Posted: 10 April 2020 [12:53 PM] HARTFORD - Gov. Ned Lamont plans to sign an executive order Friday that will extend social distancing measures, including the closures of…
Thursday 04/09/2020
Eversource donating over $2 million to aid those affected by coronavirus Posted: 09 April 2020 [10:38 AM] Eversource is taking its next stride in helping its struggling customers during the COVID-19 pandemic. The electricity provider is amalgamating…
Tuesday 04/07/2020
Citizens Bank helping small business customers bolster long term viability Posted: 07 April 2020 [02:22 PM] HARTFORD – Citizens Bank is doing its part to help businesses affected the by COVID-19 pandemic Citizens Bank will direct…
Scammers now targeting those who are working from home, here's tips to fend them off Posted: 07 April 2020 [11:50 AM] Many companies had to quickly make arrangements for employees to work from home recently due to the social distancing required…
Financial hits pile up for colleges as some fight to survive Posted: 07 April 2020 [11:12 AM] Colleges across the nation are scrambling to close deep budget holes and some have been pushed to the brink of collapse after…
Monday 04/06/2020
DoubleTree by Hilton to remain open, increase safety measures for guests Posted: 06 April 2020 [05:46 PM] BRISTOL -The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel will continue to remain open for first responders as it adjusts to new guidelines.…
Featured expert cleaner for 'Hoarders' TV show gives tips dealing with coronavirus Posted: 06 April 2020 [01:08 PM] STAFF REPORT From disinfecting your phone or car, to a complete scrub down of an office, healthcare facility, government building or warehouse,…