The Bristol Chorale will perform a wide variety of music from Broadway at its “Broadway, Classics, and All That Jazz” concert at the Rockwell Theater on Sunday, May 7, at…
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The spouses of Vietnam-ear veterans will be honored at a special program on Saturday, May 13, beginning at 1 p.m. at the Bristol Public Library. The program will include a…
The Carousel Museum in Bristol will host its first public Juneteenth celebration on June 19, featuring a proclamation reading by a local NAACP official. The event, called a Freedom Day Celebration, aims to educate the community about Juneteenth’s significance and includes live entertainment, food vendors, and activities for children.
A crowd of 50 nurses, doctors, addictions professionals, clinicians from hospitals, clinics, treatment facilities and government offices attended the Hepatitis C Educational Forum at the Bristol Public Library on Wednesday….
By Laura Bailey Before Brian’s Angels opened their doors on Wednesday afternoon, dozens of people experiencing food insecurity and homelessness were lining up to receive the comfort, food and temporary…
A quick drive through the city of Bristol will make anyone quickly aware of all the empty storefronts our city presently has. Empty storefronts are not a good look for…
Several Vietnam-era veterans from Bristol were among those honored at the recent Vietnam Veteran Day celebration held at the American Legion Post 165 in Wolcott. They include the following: Reynald…
Spring Pride Circle on Saturday at Good Shepherd A Spring Pride Circle event, featuring singing, music, food and games for the LGBTQ community and supporters, will be held at Good…
By Laura Bailey When Erika Stirk was attending Culinary School at Bristol Technical Education Center, she dreamed of owning her own bakery. More than 15 years later, the Bristol resident’s…
Two scholarships sponsored by NESMA (New England Spring and Metalstamping Association) are approaching their March 10 application deadline. The $2,500 scholarships are available through the Main Street Community Foundation. Award…
The New England Carousel Museum hosted its inaugural adult board game night, featuring conversation, dancing, and live music from the Al Fenton Big Band. Attendees enjoyed classic and modern games while the band provided a lively atmosphere with jazz renditions. The event highlighted the museum’s commitment to social engagement and flexibility.
Caminiti discusses wartime experience with local historian A major event at this year’s Iwo Jima/World War II Veterans Reunion will be the presentation of a special painting to 98-year-old Joe…
The New England Carousel Museum, led by Executive Director Morgan Urgo, focuses on preserving carousel history and engaging the community through diverse programs. Education Manager Katie Bassett has introduced interactive activities for children and adults, fostering connection and nostalgia. The museum strives to cultivate future carousel enthusiasts while preserving memorabilia.
The Bristol Interfaith Coalition is participating in this year’s weeklong worldwide Interfaith Harmony Week celebration with a series of videos of local members discussing their faith traditions. The first of…
By Rit Carter Concerned about the development of a property that will encroach upon their neighborhood, the Save the Gloria Dei Church Forest grassroots group held its first meeting Tuesday…
The Carrier Construction Inc., a local developer involved in several Bristol projects, has purchased 10 properties on and off Main Street between the railroad trestle and one of their own…
By David Fortier One of Bristol’s own returned from her post with the government in Washington D.C. to remind people what it is about Bristol that shaped her and prepared…
By Laura Bailey The art, science and history of Bristol’s clock making industry are encapsulated in the timepieces at the American Clock and Watch Museum. Located in historic Federal Hill,…
By Laura Bailey Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School (BAIMS) Opens: One century after its construction, the former Bristol High school opened its doors to scholars once more. The Bristol Arts and…
By Laura Bailey While the snow blanketed Bristol in white, five of the state’s top jam bands came together in an epic benefit concert for Brian’s Angels at Bleachers Bar…