Early voting resumes this morning at 10 a.m.
Early voting resumes this morning, March 30, at 10 a.m. and runs through 6 p.m. this evening in city chamber chambers. On Tuesday, the vote…
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Flags to fly at half-staff in honor of Lieberman
U.S. and state flags will fly at half-staff from sunrise to sunset today upon the direction of Gov. Ned Lamont, as a mark of solemn…
Next BRXSTOL presentation is open to all at the library this Saturday
By David Fortier Prior to Saturday’s BRXSTOL event, the originator of the project suggests that audience members take a second look at the trailers. “Look…
‘World of Wonders: Taken Over!’ runs through Sunday night
By Drew a.k.a ZypherFusion Hello Trainers! It’s Drew with some brand-new Pokémon Go news for you! The World of Wonders: Taken Over! event began Wednesday,…
Post 209 Jukebox Bingo set for April 6 at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
American Legion Post 209 will hold its next JukeBox Bingo on Saturday, April 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church on…
St. Paul senior’s talk selected for TED-Ed channel
A St. Paul Catholic High School senior has had her presentation selected by the TED-Ed for publication on its international student channel. Brianna Wood’s talk,…
Fire Commission and ARPA meetings today at City Hall
The non-profit subcommittee of the American Rescue Task Force meets at 4 p.m. in Meeting Room 1-2 in City Hall today. Other meetings include the…
The first day of early voting runs smoothly
The first day of early voting yesterday in Bristol brought 52 people to the polling site in council chambers at city hall. “The day was…
Mid-week roundup — Boys and Girls Club to hold gala, Post 209 plans annual bingo and Patriot’s Day nominations sought
Bristol Boys and Girls Club seeks sponsors for this year’s gala The Bristol Boys and Girls Club is seeking sponsors for its Golden Ticket Galas…
Fair Rent Commission Task Force to meet this evening
The Fair Rent Commission Task Force will meet this evening at City Hall in Meeting Rooms 3-1, 3-2 and 3-3 at 6 p.m. Also, on…
Old American flags may be deposited in drop box outside American Legion Post 2
Anyone who would like to discard an old American flag may now drop the flag at American Legion Post 2 on Hooker Court in a…
Clock and Watch museum installs vintage Seth Thomas street clock
By David Fortier Workers have begun installing a vintage Seth Thomas clock on the property of the American Clock & Watch Museum on the perimeter…
World War II veteran to be honored today at American Legion Post 2 event
Joe Caminiti, a World War II Iwo Jima survivor, will receive an honorary Marine Corps jacket today at a ceremony at the flagpole at American…
Budget reviews continue this evening at City Hall
A Board of Finance budget hearing is set for this evening in the 3rd Floor Conference Room at City Hall. The following departments will making…
Planning Commission meets this evening at 6 p.m.
Planning Commission is on the agenda of city meetings today. Tomorrow, Diversity Council will hold a special meeting. For the specifics, see below: On Monday,…
There is something about March and it has to do with basketball
Come Sunday morning, UConn men’s and women’s program will have played their first contests and come away looking good. It’s nice to see Bristol’s Donovan…
Park Board votes to formalize a management plan for the geese on Memorial Boulevard
The Bristol Park Board voted 4-2 to address the geese overpopulation issue at Veterans’ Memorial Park with euthanasia, specifically using “Goose Round-Ups.” Mayor Jeffrey Caggiano and the Bristol Veterans Council highlighted the complaints about geese-related sanitation and safety. The program, costing around $20,000 over three years, aims for a more aggressive management approach.
Nothing like that annual St. Patrick’s Day card and coin; found memories of Bob Caron
By Bob Montgomery Retired Bristol Fire Department Deputy Chief Francis “Fran” Murphy is a St. Patrick’s Day buff, as most who know him will attest….
BHS program brings back memories of Bristol Girls Club
Former members of and workers at the Bristol Girls Club provided a unique look back the club in a panel discussion, entitled “Memories of the…
City closes for observance of Good Friday
City Hall and the Bristol Transfer Station will be closed on Friday, March 29, in observance of Good Friday, the city announced. There will be…