Joe Caminiti, a World War II Iwo Jima survivor, celebrated his upcoming 100th birthday with a portrait viewing at the Bristol Public Library. Vietnam veteran John Lodovico, who funded the framing, attended during his lunch break. Caminiti’s portrait will join other military honors at local museums, ensuring his legacy is preserved.
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Registration for Little League AAA and Little League Majors closes Jan. 27. Any child not signed up by then will be placed on a waitlist. Visit www.bristolctll.com to register today….
Bristol Police, with the assistance of a police dog, apprehended two male suspects who allegedly were robbing a home on North Street early in the morning on Friday, Jan. 12….
Annual NAACP breakfast to feature 2019 Conn. Teacher of the Year The keynote speaker for this year’s Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Rev. E.C. Whitehead Scholarship Breakfast will…
By David Fortier With 42 restaurants, 10 new ones, Taste of Bristol is kicking off its 13th fundraising campaign with the discount tickets available at 22 locations across the city….
To Enrolled members of the Democratic Party of Bristol, Connecticut: Pursuant to the Rules of the Democratic Party and State election laws, you are hereby notified that a caucus will…
By David Fortier Among the challenges Evan Chadeayne faced while attaining the rank of Eagle Scout was fundraising for his community service project by returning bottles and cans, counting them…
By David Fortier The American Clock & Watch Museum will be featuring its sixth annual “Mantels for the Season” exhibit through Dec. 30. This year’s exhibit highlights businesses and organizations…
The American Legion Post 209 gathered at West End Pizza for their annual Christmas party and to recognize members for their contributions throughout the year earlier in the month. Members…
American Legion Post 2 commander Richard Schreiner presented donations to several local non-profit organizations earlier this week, according to a press release from the post. Schreiner presented a check to…
At Wheeler’s 13th Annual Hands & Hearts event, Bristol’s Joe and Toni Frady were honored for their four-year commitment to supporting families in need. Their contributions aided numerous Wheeler programs. Other honorees included Eversource Energy, the Friends and Family of Sam Marszycki, and Francis Vincent for their impactful support in various initiatives.
City Hall holiday hours set City Hall will close early Friday, both Dec. 22 and Dec. 29, for the Christmas holiday and New Year’s Day observances. The release from City…
By Rit Carter and David Fortier The inaugural meeting of the local celebration of the 250th anniversary of the country drew almost two dozen people from different groups to the…
The Bristol Chorale, with its “Holiday Festival of Joy” program, featuring The Bristol Brass and Wind Ensemble, regaled a full house at the Bristol Central auditorium Sunday afternoon. Chorale and…
By David Fortier The American Clock & Watch Museum will be featuring its sixth annual “Mantels for the Season” exhibit through Dec. 30. This year’s exhibit highlights businesses and organizations…
The Carousel Museum will offer free admission for children aged 12 and under in 2024, thanks to support from the Barnes Foundation. Education Manager Katie Bassett announced enhancements to the Tinker Workshop, featuring new interactive activities. The initiative aims to inspire creativity and promote STEAM learning for young visitors through hands-on experiences.
By David Fortier For his return to Bristol and the first stage he performed on, John Beardsley has written an entirely new show based on the one he performs in…
The “Senior Citizens Prom” will benefit from a fundraiser at Bristol Scoops this coming Sunday, Dec. 17, from 2 to 9 p.m. Twenty percent of sales during these hours will…
An organizational meeting to plan Bristol’s celebration of the state’s 250th anniversary will be held at the Bristol Historical Society on Thursday, Dec. 14 at 6:30 pm. All are invited…
The American Clock & Watch Museum will be featuring its sixth annual “Mantels for the Season” exhibit through Dec. 30. This year’s exhibit highlights businesses and organizations in the recently…