Leopold J. Nadeau, 80
Leopold J. Nadeau, 80, of Southington, beloved husband of Francine (Bilodeau) Nadeau, died on Saturday, Oct. 30, at home. A devoted husband and father, Leo was born on Nov. 8,1942 in…
Articles by David Fortier
Family dinner time, a little about local journalism and something to listen to and something to read
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, the latest family pasta dinner will have come and gone. These dinners happen once a month up to the big holiday season, which means…
‘Trunk or Treat’ brings out neighborhood kids
“Trunk or Treat” was the call Wednesday evening at Village Green where families of residents filled the parking lot with vehicles decorated for Halloween to entertain and filled with baskets…
Joanne K. Grabowski, 48
Joanna K. Grabowski, 48, of Bristol, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Oct. 21, with her family by her side. She was born on April 30, 1975, in Hartford, daughter of…
SEEC documents contradict Caggiano’s recollection of his time as RTC chair and Cockayne endorsement
By David Fortier Documents from the State Elections Enforcement Commission (SEEC) reveal that Mayor Jeffrey Caggiano was the chair of the Republican Town Committee when the RTC endorsed a controversial…
John E. Mills, 84
John E. Mills, lifelong Bristol resident and musician, teacher, arranger, composer; beloved husband, father, grandfather, died Oct. 20, at the age of 84. John was the oldest child of Francis…
Dolores ‘Dolly’ Savoca, 81
Dolores “Dolly” Savoca, 81, of Bristol, beloved wife of Vincent A. Savoca, died peacefully on Saturday, Oct. 21. Dolly was born on March 7, 1942, in New Britain to the late…
Gertrude (Wilde) ‘Trudi’ Wedler, 89
Gertrude (Wilde) “Trudi” Wedler, of Bristol, widow of Herbert E. Wedler, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Oct. 21. Trudi was born on Jan. 26, 1934, in Bristol…
Bristol’s Lady Bulldog cheerleaders compete at the Shoreline local competition at North Haven High School
The Lady Bulldog cheerleader D14 team finishes third in their most recent competition. | Photo provided by Bristol Bulldogs The Bristol Bulldog cheerleaders younger D8 team started the all-day event…
An evening with friends after a busy Saturday, a terrific new book–so far–and an old topic for a podcast
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, Mary and I will have spent a pleasant evening with friends, over some delightful food and more delightful conversation. This little event a had…
Stephanie Lee Quinto, 39
Stephanie Lee Quinto, 39, of Bristol, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, Oct. 18. She was born on Nov. 7, 1983, in Wareham, Mass., daughter of…
Expert on reptiles, amphibians packs nature center
A local expert on amphibians and reptiles addressed the need to protect these species before an audience of Boy Scouts, graduate students, public land-trust officials and land trust members as…
Shooting last evening was targeted attack, juvenile victim treated for non-life-threating injuries
An investigation of a shooting around 10:20 p.m. last evening in Bristol has bee identified as a targeted attack, according to a release from the Bristol Police Dept. Police were…
Annual interfaith Thanksgiving service to be held at St. Joseph Church on Federal Hill Nov. 22
This year’s annual Bristol Interfaith Thanksgiving Service, with “Gratitude” for its theme, will be held at St. Joseph Church, Wednesday, Nov. 22, at 7:30 p.m. The annual service is organized…
Public Works closed to the public on Monday
The Public Works Department will be closed to the public on Monday, Oct. 23, as the office moves back to the renovated city hall. The office will reopen Tuesday, Oct….
State rebranding campaign launches from Bristol Bazaar
By David Fortier One of the tidbits of information gleaned from Tuesday’s launch of Connecticut’s new arts and tourism campaign, including a brand-new logo, is that the number of makers…
Weekly roundup includes chamber dinner on Oct. 26, new author from Bristol publishes a children’s book
133rd annual chamber dinner set at new Bristol Event Center Tickets are still available for the 133rd Annual Dinner of the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce at the new Bristol…
Antoinette (Pagliarulo) Ziogas, 96
Antoinette (Pagliarulo) Ziogas, 96, passed away peacefully at the Pines on Monday, Oct. 16. Toni, as she was known to her friends, was born and raised in Bristol. She…
Is it ever too early for Halloween? Not for this grandchild; a news report gets picked up
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, Mary and I will have attended a pre-Halloween party at the behest of one of the 3-year-old grandchildren. It’s not that this grandchild is…
Interfaith gathering supports local Jewish community
An interfaith gathering in support of Israel and the local Jewish community will be held on the Southington town green, today, Sunday, Oct. 15, at 6:30 p.m. All TBE readers,…