Snow emergency parking ban in effect through Thursday morning
An emergency parking ban is in effect from 6 p.m. this evening until tomorrow, Thursday, Dec. 5 at 10 a.m., the Bristol Police Dept. announced in a release this morning….
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Hamzy Memorial Fund names grantees
Two grants from the Sgt. Alex Hamzy Memorial Fund at Main Street Community Foundation were awarded last week to organizations and programs that inspire future law enforcement, according to a…
Bristol Fire Dept. and New Cambridge Brewing Project present Bristol Hospital’s Beekman Center with $8,000 check
After a tremendously successful fund raising campaign in October, the Bristol Fire Department and the New Cambridge Brewing Project were able to present a check for $8,000 on Tuesday to…
American Legion Post 2 collects toys for Bristol Police Department Toy Drive
By: Neal Supranovich BRISTOL— The American Legion Family of Post 2 in Bristol held an open house on Saturday, Nov. 30, to collect toys for the Bristol Police Department’s annual…
Governor Lamont directs flags to return to staff this evening
HARTFORD — Governor Ned Lamont announced that U.S. and state flags in Connecticut will be returned to full-staff at sunset today, Dec. 3, following a period of mourning for the…
Today’s city meetings include Ordinance Committee, Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall will host two regular committee meetings today, including the Ordinance Committee and Zoning Board of Appeals The regular meeting of Ordinance Committee will be held on Dec. 3,…
Lake Compounce lights up the season with opening weekend of “Holiday Lights”
Written By: Laura Bailey Lake Compounce kicked off its 12th annual “Holiday Lights” event this weekend, ushering in the festive season with a dazzling display of more than 500,000 lights, Connecticut’s tallest…
Build sweet memories and support Toys for Tots at the Bristol Bazaar
By JoAnn Moran | Get creative by joining the Gingerbread House Decorating Contest Participants will craft their gingerbread houses on a provided 16 x 24-inch base, which can be picked…
Board of Library Directors among regular city meetings today
City Hall will host several regular committee meetings today, including the Board of Library Directors and Parking Authority . The Police Memorial Committee will meet at 5 p.m. at City…
Bristol resident celebrates 50th birthday by cooking for those in need
Written By: Laura Bailey BRISTOL, CT- Lifelong Bristol resident Rippy Patton is marking his 50th birthday by giving back to those in need. On Thursday, Dec. 5, Patton will set…
Maybe you felt something, too?
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, I will have gotten to walking a little over two miles a day, while keeping an eye on the precautions for anyone who has…
George Bernard McPhee, 92
George Bernard McPhee, 92, of Bristol, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024. He was born on July 4, 1932 in Bristol, son of the late Daniel and Mary (Doherty)…
Dennis Lazicki, 69
Dennis Lazicki, 69, of Bristol, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024. He was born on Dec. 10, 1955, in New Britain, son of the late…
Holiday Showcase of Stars to be held Dec. 7 at St. Paul Catholic High School
The 19th annual Holiday Showcase of Stars, with its theme, “Merry and Bright,” will be held Saturday, Dec. 7, at St. Paul Catholic High School auditorium, from 7 to 9:30…
Bristol Fire Department calls for the week of Nov. 17
The Bristol Fire Department responded to 68 incidents the week of Nov. 17, including the following: 8 Dispatched & canceled en route calls 6 each of the following: motor vehicles…
Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services announce Winners of 27th Annual Turkey Shoot Basketball Contest
Bristol community members kicked off the holiday season with a slam dunk of fun at the Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services (BPRYCS) Department’s 27th Annual Turkey Shoot Basketball Contest. …
Governor Lamont Announces 6 percent decrease in workers’ compensation rates for Connecticut businesses in 2025
HARTFORD – Governor Ned Lamont announced that Connecticut businesses will see a 6% decrease in workers’ compensation insurance rates starting January 1, 2025. This reduction marks the eleventh consecutive year…
From One Family to Another: I Know a Guy Deli’s Thanksgiving Delivery
By JoAnn Moran | As Mark Bellino finished mashing the last batch of more than 100 pounds of potatoes, Debbie drizzled honey over hams, Tammy checked on the roasting turkeys,…
Bridge Community Church delivers Thanksgiving dinners to those in need throughout Bristol
Report and photographs by Rob Pierpont Two days before Thanksgiving Bridge Community Church in partnership with the Lauren E. Avezzie Charitable Foundation and the Bristol Board of Education delivered bags…
Bristol Public Library Adult Winter Reading Program begins Dec 1.
The Bristol Public Library is welcoming readers aged 18 and over to participate in its annual Adult Winter Reading Program, which kicks off Dec. 1 , 2024 and runs through…