New and gently used pet blankets and towels for use at two local animals shelters are being collected by State Rep. Cara Pavalock-D’Amato (R-77) from Monday, May 20, through Wednesday, June 12, according to a press release from the representative’s office earlier this week.

Donation boxes will be set up at Crowley Kia of Bristol, 223 Broad St., and the Law Offices of Cara Pavalock, 440 North Main St. (rear of building).

Items can be dropped off at Kia of Bristol from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The law office is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

All items collected during the event will be donated to animal shelters in Bristol and surrounding towns.

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