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…
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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,…
‘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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
‘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….
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…
Harvest Festival 2024 has arrived
The Bristol Pokémon GO Harvest Festival 2024 runs from November 7 to November 12, featuring the debut of Shiny Smoliv and Grass-type Pokémon encounters. Trainers can enjoy bonuses, special research tasks, raids, and a collection challenge. Key Pokémon include Pumpkaboo, Snorlax, and various Legendaries in raids. Happy hunting!
Upcoming events for Veterans Day scheduled
Nov. 7 6:00- Wolcott’s Annual Veterans Vigil and Luminary Ceremony to Honor all Veterans, Location: Wolcott Town Hall, 10 Kenea Ave, Wolcott This Ceremony will…
Local election unofficial results
Local State House incumbents retained their seats against challengers in yesterday’s election, with Congressional incumbents defeating their challenges statewide and Trump and Vance defeating Harris…
City meetings include Zoning, Code Enforcement, Ethics and Board of Education
City meetings today, Wednesday, Nov. 6, include the following: Code Enforcement Committee, 9 a.m. Council chambers, city hall. For the virtual meeting, click here. School…
‘Salute to Veterans’ presented by Bristol Brass and Wind Ensemble this Sunday at Rockwell Theater is free, public celebration
A special presentation of “Lincoln Portrait” by Aaron Copland, narrated by Richard M. Carello, 1SG (retired), chairman of the Bristol Veterans Council, will be among…
Voters bring different perspectives, loyalties and even pets to polls on Election Day
Reported by JoAnn Moran Voters, including poll standers–the ones 75-feet from the entrance holding signs for their candidates–who turned out on Election Day were both…
High school students talk about class lessons and this year’s election–with voting in their future
Reported by JoAnn Moran Two Bristol high school students, both too young to vote, have been prompted by lessons at their schools to follow and…
Bristol Chorale holds bake sale fundraiser at BAIMS polling site
Treats await voters at the Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School as the Bristol Chorale has a tent outside the polling station where they offer…
Mix Street by Lochaven Road and Jerome Avenue to have water shut down Wednesday, Nov. 6
The water on Mix Street between Lochaven Road and Jerome Avenue will be shut down between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6,…