Board of Education votes to eliminate admission fees
By Laura Bailey In an emotionally charged meeting, the Bristol Board of Education voted 5-4 to pass the Student Activity Funds Revision, a decision that drew a large crowd of…
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Bristol Events Calendar, Oct. 2 – 8
Monday, Oct. 2 Monday Fundays. 1 p.m. at the Manross Library Tuesday, Oct. 3 Manross Movie: About My Father. 2 p.m. at the Manross Library Boos Paint Night. 5:30 p.m….
Vehicle crash on Middle Street causes road closure
The Bristol Police Department stated in a press release this afternoon that Middle Street between Ronzo Road and Enterprise Drive is closed to thru traffic due to a downed utility…
The Diversity Council introduces new members, addresses recent incidences of racism
By Laura Bailey The Diversity Council introduced 4 new members during their regular monthly meeting at the Bristol Public Library on Tuesday night. “We are so happy to have them…
Bristol celebrates 61st Annual Mum Festival
By Laura Bailey Generations of Bristol residents filled Memorial Boulevard to celebrate the 61st Annual Bristol Mum Festival. The beloved community event, spanning from Friday night through Sunday, brought a…
Bristol Events Calendar, Sept. 25 – Oct. 1
Monday, Sept. 25 Monday Fundays. 1 p.m. at the Manross Library “New” Book Club. 6 p.m. at the Bristol Public Library Tuesday, Sept. 26 Live Music: Hot Cat Jazz. 6:30…
The 61st Annual Bristol Mum Festival opens today
A spectacular weekend of celebration is coming to Memorial Boulevard for the 61st Annual Bristol Mum Festival. From Friday through Sunday, generations of Bristol residents will delight in an array…
Connecticut minimum wage to increase in 2024
Gov. Ned Lamont announced in a press conference Monday that the Connecticut minimum wage will increase to $15.69 next year. Beginning on Jan. 1, 2024, the state’s minimum wage will…
Bristol Republican Town Committee celebrates grand opening of 2023 headquarters
The Bristol Republican Town Committee celebrated the grand opening of their 2023 headquarters on Friday night with a meet-and-greet of the committee-endorsed candidates. “It’s been a good night,” said Mayor…
Bristol Events Calendar, Sept. 18 – 24
Monday, Sept. 18 Gardening Discussion Group. 6:30 p.m. at the Bristol Public Library Tuesday, Sept. 19 Live Music: Hot Cat Jazz. 6:30 p.m. at the Bristol Public Library Karaoke with…
Democratic Town Committee offers teachers supplies
By Laura Bailey The Democratic Town Committee has partnered with Peyton’s Promise to provide free school supplies to Bristol educators through the newly unveiled Teacher Supply Closet. “We’re just really…
Bristol Events Calendar, Sept. 11 – 17
Monday, Sept. 11 Gardening Discussion Group. 6:30 p.m. at the Bristol Public Library Tuesday, Sept. 12 Strength and Balance Workshop. 10:30 a.m. at the Bristol Public Library Manross Book Bites:…
Renowned Bristol vocalist Joe Archambeault featured in production at Rockwell Theater this weekend
In the world of music, some voices are so distinctive that they capture the hearts of audiences around the globe. Joe Archambeault, known to many as J.J. Midnight, is one…
Bristol Public Schools to close early Wednesday and Thursday due to heat advisory
Bristol Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Catherine Carbone announced that all Bristol Public Schools will follow an early release-inclement weather schedule on Wednesday, Sept. 6, and Thursday, Sept. 7, due to…
Bristol Events Calendar Sept. 3-10
Monday, Sept. 4 Labor Day: No Events Scheduled Tuesday, Sept. 5 Manross Movie: Big George Foreman. 2 p.m. at the Manross Library Paint Night. 5:30 p.m. at the Bristol Bazaar…
New splash pad at E.G. Stocks Playground brings a little ‘Disney’ to Bristol
Community members joined the Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services Department at the E.G. Stocks Playground on Thursday afternoon for a ribbon cutting ceremony to unveil the park’s new…
First day of the 2023-24 Bristol Public School year
Young scholars throughout the city of Bristol conversed at their school bus stops this morning, showing off their new backpacks and excitedly discussing what memories will be made in the…
Bristol Public Library unveils new cafe
Library staff, friends, volunteers and community members gathered at the Bristol Public Library on Thursday to celebrate the opening of the Library Café. “I’m excited,” said library director Debbie Prozzo….
Bristol Scoops Ice Cream Store has successful opening
By Laura Bailey Bristol Scoops opened their doors to the public on Friday to a large crowd eager to delight in delectable frozen treats. “It’s been very busy,” said Jennifer…
Bristol Events Calendar, Aug. 14 – 20
Monday, Aug. 14 Monday Fundays. 1 p.m. at the Manross Library Tuesday, Aug. 15 Rockin’ Out at Rockwell Summer Concert Series: Latanya Farrel1. 6 p.m. at the Rockwell Park Amphitheater…