Local state legislators to discuss bills from 2024 session
State Rep. Mary Fortier (D-79) will be joined by State Rep. Jane Garibay of Windsor and Windsor Locks this morning, Tuesday, June 18, at 10:30…
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Governor activates the state’s extreme hot weather protocol beginning Tuesday
Beginning at noon on Tuesday, June 18, the state’s extreme hot weather protocal will be activated, Gov. Ned Lamont announced late last week. The weather…
City announces Juneteenth closings
City hall and the Bristol Transfer Station will be closed Wednesday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth, it was announced on the CivicPlus and the…
Zoning Board to hold special meeting via Zoom at 5 p.m.
The Bristol Burlington Board of Health meets today at 3 p.m. at 240 Stafford Ave. Other meetings on Thursday, June 13, include the following: Retirement…
Today’s meetings include Youth Commission at 6 p.m.
The Youth Commission meets today at 6 p.m. in Meeting Room 1-4 in city hall. The only other meeting on Wednesday, June 12 is the…
Freedom of Information challenge by Board of Education member costs over $10,000 in legal fees
By David Fortier A Freedom of Information appeal, including the original request, brought by a current member of the Board of Education incurred $10,000 of…
Joint Meeting followed by City Council this evening
Today’s meetings, Tuesday, June 11, include the following: Joint Meeting of City Council and Board of Finance, 6:45 p.m., council chambers, city hall. City Council…
Thomaston Savings Bank across from Bristol Plaza remains open after car strikes building this morning
The Bristol Building Dept. has evaluated the damage done to the Thomaston Savings Bank branch at 120 Farmington Avenue and cleared the scene, declaring it…
Moped rider injured seriously in accident on Riverside Avenue Saturday afternoon
A male injured Sunday afternoon in moped accident on Riverside Avenue was treated at a nearby hospital and then transferred by LifeStar for possible life-threatening…
Brand new Seymour Park playground celebrated with ribbon cutting
By Maria Caceres Superintendent, Dr. Joshua Medeiros, of the Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services stood among kids, alongside a representative of the company…
Economic and Community Development among city meetings today
Economic and Community Development will meet at 5 p.m. in council chambers at city hall today. Also meeting Thursday, June 6, is the following: Transportation…
New riding mover makes navigating the lawn and trips to visit neighbors easy for 99-year-old Navy veteran
Contributed by Neal Supranovich After 99-years of wear on his legs, it is with some relief that Navy World War II veteran Dick Fitz cranks…
Code Enforcement among today’s city meetings
Code Enforcement meets today, Wednesday, June 5, at 9 a.m. in council chambers at city hall. Also meeting today is Arts & Culture Commission, 6:30…
American Legion Post 2 donates quilts to pet blanket and towel drive
Local veterans from American Legion Post 2 donated 22 handmade quilts recently to a pet blanket and towel drive being conducted by Bristol State Rep….
Bristol Central announces top 2 students in Class of 2024
Olivia Norrie and Isabel Paolino have been named salutatorian and valedictorian, respectively, for the Bristol Central Class of 2024, the school announced recently. Salutatorian Norrie…
Bristol Eastern announces top 2 students in Class of 2024
Liam Gagnon and Preston Guarda have been named Bristol Eastern High School salutatorian and valedictorian for the Class of 2024, respectively, the schools announced recently….
Economic and Community Development and Zoning Board of Appeals are among today’s city meetings
Economic and Community Development will have a special meeting in council chambers at city hall early this afternoon at 1 p.m. On Tuesday, June 4,…
Here now and gone tomorrow — a photo essay
The article reflects on the fleeting beauty of Federal Hill’s rhododendrons, capturing their vibrant colors and delicate fragrance before many blossoms fade away. It contrasts local New England varieties with more enormous British counterparts. The narrative emphasizes the importance of pausing to appreciate nature’s beauty amid our busy lives.
Democratic Town Committee responds to tax increase
To the editor: Karma is often a painful reminder for those who spout off and then often must eat their words. “I won’t raise your…
Wheeler golf classic date set, Watch and Clock Museum to hold special event, Daniel Tiger at Lake Compounce
Wheeler sets date for 39th Annual Golf Classic Wheeler’s 39th Annual Golf Classic will take place at The Country Club of Farmington on Wednesday, Sept. 18….