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,…
Articles by David Fortier
‘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…