Louis E. Collins, Jr., 79
Louis E. Collins Jr, 79, of Bristol, husband of the late Joann (Haskell) Collins, passed away Saturday, November 16, 2024, at The Hebrew Center for Health & Rehabilitation in West…
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Cathy A. Benlock, 66
Cathy A. Benlock, 66 of Southington, passed away at home on Saturday, November 16, 2024, surrounded by family. She was born on June 18, 1958, in Caribou, Maine, daughter of…
Recuperating from hip replacement surgery
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, I continue on the road from recovering from a hip replacement on Thursday. I am on my feet, have had two physical therapy sessions…
Zoning Commission Special Meeting via Zoom today at 5 p.m.
City meetings for today, Thursday, Nov. 14, include the following: Board of Health, 3 p.m. Bristol-Burlington Health District, 240 Stafford Ave. Retirement Board, 5 p.m. City council chambers, city hall….
Michael Mattioli, 59
Michael Mattioli, 59 of Bristol, passed away on Nov. 8, at home. Born on March 6, 1965, he was the son of Louis J. Mattioli and Marion Weber Mattioli. Mike…
Disabilities commission to meet this evening
The sole city meeting today, Wednesday, Nov. 13, is the following: Persons with Disabilities Commission, 7 p.m. Meeting Room 3-1, city hall. For virtual meeting, click here. A meeting calendar…
Will Trump win spur CT to cut taxes on working families?
Officials say relief is coming, but it may not involve taxes by Keith M. Phaneuf November 12, 2024 @ 5:00 am When assessing Republican Donald Trump’s presidential win last week, Gov….
Water main work on Riverside Avenue begins at 9 p.m. today. Water to be shut off in area
The water on Riverside Avenue will be shut off for water main work related to the Bridge Project beginning today, Tuesday, Nov. 12, from 9 p.m. until tomorrow morning at…
Whether to rake and bag, mulch or leave them where they are, leaves pose some challenges
By JoAnn Moran As autumn blankets Bristol’s yards, homeowners face the annual chore of dealing with fallen leaves. Unlike some neighboring towns that offer curbside leaf vacuuming, Bristol residents turn…
Paula Anne Soltis, 69
It is with great sadness that we mourn the loss of our sister, Paula Anne Soltis. She was born on Feb. 21, 1955, to Pauline (Vinci) and John J. Soltis…
City council meets this evening
The city calendar for Tuesday, Nov. 12, includes the following meetings; Joint Meeting of City Council and Board of Finance, 6:45 p.m. City council chambers, city hall. For virtual meeting,…
‘Bells for Peace’ program today at the Rockwell at 11 a.m.
Reported by JoAnn Moran Two World War II veterans will participate in this year’s “Bells for Peace” ceremony at The Rockwell Theater on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 9, at The…
Pedestrian struck and killed on Barnes Highway
A pedestrian was struck and killed on Barnes Highway at its intersection with Lincoln Avenue earlier this evening at 6 p.m., Bristol Police have reported in a release this evening….
The week is a quiet one after Election Day
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, Election Day is behind us. We have a new president–for the second time–and the analysts are checking in with their different experiences and commentary….
Hydrant flushing continues in Matthews Street and Terryville Avenue area on Tuesday, Nov. 12
The 2024 hydrant flushing season will continue in the Matthews Street and Terryville Avenues areas on Tuesday, Nov. 12, the Bristol Water and Sewer Department announced in a release late…
Governor declares Stage 2 drought advisory for all of Connecticut
A Stage 2 drought advisory for all eight counties in Connecticut was declared Saturday, Nov. 9, by Gov. Ned Lamont as precipitation levels continue to be much less than normal…
The first days of getting acquainted in a foreign city
Editor’s note: Maria Caceres is a journalism student at Central Connecticut State University and a freelance reporter for The Bristol Edition. She is studying abroad in Hatfield, England, and thought…
Veterans events and programs abound throughout the long weekend and for the month of November
The days leading up to Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day itself and those following will feature veterans-oriented celebrations and programming. In addition, Veterans Strong Community Center has begun…
‘Bob’s bits’ will return next week
Bob Montgomery is off this week. Look for his column next week. Before you go! Help us bring back local news with a donation today. Local is where we connect….
Jukebox Bingo, sponsored by American Legion Post 209, at Gloria Dei this evening
Jukebox Bingo will be held Friday, Nov. 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Gloria Dei Church, 355 Camp St. The evening, a fundraiser for American Legion Post 209, promises…