Zoning Committee meets at 6 p.m.
The sole meeting on the city calendar today, Monday, Aug. 19 is a special meeting of the Zoning Commission at 6 p.m. in the council chambers at city hall. Among…
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Rockwell Festival makes Bristol a little better; and just what is this column about
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, the West End Association’s Rockwell Festival will have come and gone again, having brought together Bristol people for a fun day as well as…
Good morning, Bristol! – Aug 16, 2024
The GMB is not a toy and do not attempt to eat. Weather Mostly sunny and 87. However, an isolated shower cannot be ruled out. But then again neither can…
Good morning, Bristol! – Aug. 15, 2024
Another day, another electric rate increase. Weather Partly cloudy, mid 80s with perhaps an isolated shower. No one is sure. The jury is still out, so it is a mystery….
Alas, poor Dairy Queen, we hardly knew ye
By Jack Krampitz A long time ago in a city that still believed in fairy tales, this reporter informed the readers of TBE that a Dairy Queen was coming to…
Good morning, Bristol! – Aug 13, 2024
Tuesday. Take no prisoners. Weather 82, partly cloudy and low humidity. Sounds like a country song. What a guy! Recently, a certain cheese and cracker mayor of a certain town…
Good morning, Bristol! – Aug 12, 2024
Do not adjust your television. It’s Monday. Weather Partly cloudy and 83. Maybe a pop-up shower, maybe not. The whole world will be watching Organizers of Saturday’s Rockwell Park Summer…
Vestiges of Storm Debbie and one more try–STEM
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, the rains from Hurricane Debby will have subsided and clear skies are here. The trees in the neighborhood will still be recovering from the…
Old friends from the regional tournament, and winners from throughout the years
Bob Montgomery reflects on local Little League tournaments, recalling friendships and community legacies in Bristol. He highlights families like the Beardsleys and Kalats, noting their contributions to sports. He also remembers “Diamond Dave” Palaia for his hard work. The Bristol Edition plans to limit non-member access to stories for financial reasons.
Good morning, Bristol! – Aug 9, 2024
Does anybody remember laughter? Weather Isolated showers in the AM, thunderstorms in the PM and finger-looking good humidity throughout. Mm-mm. You got the job, kid The first cast member hired…
Good morning, Bristol! – Aug 8, 2024
Now batting, Wednesday. Weather If you like blue skies, 72, and a slight breeze, forget it. Try showers and 76. Useless information to impress your wellness coach The winters of…
Good morning, Bristol! – Aug. 6, 2024
General Quarters. All hands man your battle stations, it’s Tuesday. Weather 75 and showers. Bor-ing. Things that make you go, ‘Hmmmm’ Did you notice banks no longer have the word…
Good morning, Bristol! – Aug 5, 2024
Pardon our appearance, the GMB is playing hurt and a little cranky. We’ve got poison ivy, bee stings and the meniscus is on the fritz. Weather Mostly sunny and 93…
Looks like the rhododendron gets a reprieve
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, the water main break is in the past, and we are taking the next step which is to replace what remains from the sidewalk…
Comments requesting a public hearing before the state approves expansion of local incinerator to burn medical waste due by Aug. 5
An information session on Reworld Bristol, Inc.’s draft permits drew 45 participants on July 29, urging public comments by August 5 for a potential hearing. Hosted by Bristol Residents for Clean Air, Mike Ewall presented on trash-to-energy plant regulations and the permits’ details, including modifications for biomedical waste treatment and air quality concerns.
A tip about how to remember first names, reunion notices and more on names
By Bob Montgomery How to remember a person’s first name In the past two weeks, I’ve thought of a person, a past friend, celebrity, athlete or whomever. This usually takes…
Good morning, Bristol!
How about a nice Hawaiian Punch? Sure! Weather 93 and then Dun dun duuun!, the clouds roll in and with them the potential for thunderstorms. Useless information to impress your…
August is here with a bunch of new adventures
By Drew a.k.a ZypherFusion Hello Trainers! August is now here! With these new upcoming events, get ready to stock up on some items, August will set summer ablaze. Here is…
Good morning, Bristol!
No one gets out of here alive. Weather Hazy, hot, humid with 94 welcome to August degrees and a smokey sun for kicks. Eye on the Mayor Today, the mayor…
American Clock & Watch Museum fundraiser tickets on sale, NAACP annual banquet tickets on sale; Bristol Historical Society August program set
American Clock & Watch Museum’s ‘Wine, Women and Watches’ tickets on sale ‘Wine, Women and Watches,” a fundraise to benefit the American Clock & Watch Museum has announced this year’s…