July is on the horizon and so are some special events
By Drew a.k.a ZypherFusion Hello Trainers! Welcome to the special edition article for The Bristol Edition! This one needed to be released today in order…
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Inspector General’s office releases report of Oct. 12, 2022 ambush
The Connecticut Office of the Inspector General’s report reviews the Oct. 12, 2022, ambush of Bristol police officers. Lt. Dustin DeMonte and Sgt. Alex Hamzy were fatally shot by a gunman using an AR-15 and Glock, while Officer Alec Iurato, injured, managed to kill the shooter. The report details the incident extensively.
Clingan goes to Portland in first round of NBA draft
Bristol’s Donovan Clingan, two-time NCAA men’s basketball champion with UConn, was the seventh pick of the 2024 NBA draft. He was chosen by the Portland…
Second pedestrian struck by vehicle early Monday morning dies
The second pedestrian has succumbed to his injuries from the car accident on Monday, according to Bristol police. Nicholas Cricco, 34, of no certain address,…
Sole city meeting cancelled
The Fire Station 3 Building Committee meeting that was scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. in city hall this evening has been cancelled. In addition,…
ESPN video spotlights Donovan Clingan and his connection to Bristol, Bristol Central and his mom
With the NBA draft today and Bristol’s Donovan Clingan in the spotlight as one of the players expected to go early in the first round,…
Morello appointed Chief of Police at special council meeting
The Bristol city council appointed acting Chief of Police Mark Morello the city’s new Chief of Police at a special meeting yesterday. A 24-year veteran…
Fire Station 3 Building Committee among today’s city meetings
The Fire Station 3 Building Committee will meet at 6 p.m. in city hall this evening. Also, on Wednesday, June 26, the following committees will…
Registrars of Voters announces deadlines for unaffiliated voter changes, new registrations prior to Aug. 13 state Republican primary
The office of the Registrars of Voters is available for residents who would like to register to vote for the first time or any unaffiliated…
NOTICE OF POLL CONSOLIDATION
This is a temporary change for the Special Municipal Election on July 30, 2024. Voters will return to their regular polling location in November. Council…
Wheeler photo contest deadline is approaching, tax bills due July 1, summer concert series at Lake Compounce, Bristol on Connecticut Magazine’s ‘Best of’ list
Wheeler photo contest celebrating Bristol deadline is July 26 Images of Bristol by residents and visitors from a “Celebrate Bristol” photo contest sponsored by Wheeler…
TBE posts to Instagram beginning now
The Bristol Edition now has an active Instagram page–@thebristoledition. Every one of our posts will now appear on Instagram as well as Facebook. Instagram provides…
Connecticut Magazine’s ‘best of’ issue includes a bunch of Bristol establishments and one individual
Several Bristol establishments and one individual are among Connecticut’s best in the July of Connecticut Magazine. The Bristol Bazaar was listed as a finalist for…
Update: One pedestrian killed and a second injured Monday morning car accident
A pedestrian was killed and another injured in a car accident near Pine and Emmett streets early Monday. The driver remained on scene; investigations are ongoing, with witnesses urged to contact police.
Today’s meetings include special joint board and city council
A special Joint Meeting of the Board of Finance and the city council will be held at 6:30 p.m, in council chamber at city hall….
Local teen wins Miss Connecticut’s Teen title; new president of Bristol Historical Society begins term July 1
Noreen Zurrell is the new president of the Bristol Historical Society, effective July 1. The new Miss Connecticut’s Teen 2024 is Bristol’s Camryn Elyse Patton,…
Planning Commission is sole city meeting today
The Planning Commission meets this evening in council chambers, 6 p.m., at city hall. A meeting calendar along with links to specific meetings, agendas and…
Local artist makes his own art and supports the effort of others
City Arts and Culture commissioner Nigel Wynter emphasizes the importance of art and encourages others to engage creatively. At the recent Juneteenth celebration, he showcased his art, which often highlights overlooked beauty. Wynter believes in the value of self-expression and advises people to embrace their creativity without fear, akin to the freedom of children.
Some events to look forward to, including ‘Rock the House’ fundraiser for Agape House today and on Tuesday the first Rockin’ Out at Rockwell free summer concert
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, the heat will have tamped down a bit with a big shift coming on Monday. Part of the daily…
Juneteenth event celebrates new holiday with gathering at Carousel Museum for 2nd year
The Juneteenth celebration at the Carousel Museum featured singing, dancing, and a dramatic reading of Gen. Order No. 3, attended by around 200 people. This event commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and promotes inclusivity, with local vendors and performances. Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021.