Antoinette G. Helvie, 99
Antoinette G. Helvie, 99, of Bristol, passed away on Tuesday, June 11, while residing at Shady Oaks in Bristol. She was born on Dec. 3,1924,…
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Shawn Paul Meehan, 37
Shawn Paul Meehan, 37, of Bristol, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 10. He was born on March 26, 1987, in Bristol, son…
Zoning Board to hold special meeting via Zoom at 5 p.m.
The Bristol Burlington Board of Health meets today at 3 p.m. at 240 Stafford Ave. Other meetings on Thursday, June 13, include the following: Retirement…
Today’s meetings include Youth Commission at 6 p.m.
The Youth Commission meets today at 6 p.m. in Meeting Room 1-4 in city hall. The only other meeting on Wednesday, June 12 is the…
Freedom of Information challenge by Board of Education member costs over $10,000 in legal fees
By David Fortier A Freedom of Information appeal, including the original request, brought by a current member of the Board of Education incurred $10,000 of…
Bristol Public Library announces date of ‘2024 Author Reveal’; Wheeler to celebrate Bristol with photo contest; Movia donates systems to Bristol schools
Bristol Public Library announces date of ‘2024 Author Reveal’ The 2024 Author Reveal for this year’s Friends Author Luncheon will be July 15 at 2…
Wheeler photo contest celebrates Bristol, submissions accepted through July 26
Images of Bristol by residents and visitors from a “Celebrate Bristol” photo contest sponsored by Wheeler Health will be featured in a 2025 Bristol-focused calendar…
Joint Meeting followed by City Council this evening
Today’s meetings, Tuesday, June 11, include the following: Joint Meeting of City Council and Board of Finance, 6:45 p.m., council chambers, city hall. City Council…
Thomaston Savings Bank across from Bristol Plaza remains open after car strikes building this morning
The Bristol Building Dept. has evaluated the damage done to the Thomaston Savings Bank branch at 120 Farmington Avenue and cleared the scene, declaring it…
Bristol Pride draws family and friends to Good Shepherd for evening of food, music and games
Bristol Pride held a vibrant gathering at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, attracting over 50 attendees for food, music, and games. Activities included grilling, board games, and performances led by Father Link Hullar. Despite the festive spirit, the event faced negativity, with incidents of homophobic remarks and vandalism of the Pride flag.
Recital and class performances with the grandkids–a good time of year!
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, Mary and I will have been at one recital for Grandchild No. 1 and heard about a second performance…
Moped rider injured seriously in accident on Riverside Avenue Saturday afternoon
A male injured Sunday afternoon in moped accident on Riverside Avenue was treated at a nearby hospital and then transferred by LifeStar for possible life-threatening…
American Legion Post 2 baseball, June 9 – June 13
OPPONENTDAYTIMELOCATIONDanbury Post 60 19USunday, June 910 AMMuzzy FieldOakville 19UTuesday, June 115:45 PMTaft SchoolOakville 19UWednesday, June 128 PMMuzzy FieldOakville 19UThursday, June 137 PMMunicipal Stadium All TBE…
2nd Annual Cultural District Festival at noon today on Federal Hill Green
The 2nd Annual Cultural District Arts Festival will be held today, Saturday, June 8, from 12 noon to 3 p.m. on the Federal Hill Green….
Joe Caminiti recovering after fall, looking forward to Elks’ annual Flag Day event on Sunday
World War II veteran, Joe Caminiti is doing well after surgery to repair a broken hip that he sustained in a fall earlier this week,…
On the loss of another state trooper and more condolences; and where will Hurley land?
By Bob Montgomery We’re all connected I’ve always said these words, and with the unnecessary death of Conn. Trooper Aaron Pelletier …
Skunk’d is for everyone–Bristol family develops game that hits the market in August
By David Fortier Anyone, any age, well, starting at 4 years old, perhaps, can play, according to Skunk’d game creators, and Bristol natives, the Johnsons….
Richard ‘Dick’ T. Avritch, 91
Richard “Dick” T. Avritch, 91, of Bristol, passed away quietly at home on Saturday morning, June 1, in the company of his loving son. Richard,…
Good morning, Bristol!
Hello and welcome to Friday. Well, here it is the mid 2020’s going on 2035. Y’know so much of what we read today is AI-generated…
District 3 council member, Andrew Howe announces resignation, citing what’s best for family
Andrew Howe, city council member representing Bristol’s District 3, announced his resignation shortly after noon today. “It is with serious consideration and much regret that…