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TBE to beginning publishing letters to editor, with a focus on this year’s municipal elections
The Bristol Edition will begin publishing “Letter to the editor” regularly on Saturdays, not only for regular readers who comment on our reporting but also…
A video provides a piece of the whole story, if you follow
With the recent events surrounding the appearance of white supremacists along Route 72 and the resignation of the Bristol Farmers Market manager from both his…
Local Democrats send open letter to mayor requesting action on racism and diversity
Editor’s note: Between the time this letter was received and its publication, Mayor Jeffrey Caggiano announced via the Mayor’s Office Facebook page that Jim Albert…
This is a TBE Sports Sunday Reality Check… A commentary on journalism today
By Michael Letendre Friends, journalism is nearly dead. And this is your reality check for Sunday, July 16. This industry is basically…
Annual zuccini letter provides list of needs for area shelters, food pantries and soup kitchens
Dear Editor, I am saddened when I realize that after more than 25 years of writing this letter, there are more people than ever that…
So much can change in one week–memories of Nana
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, the family will be dealing with an unforeseen but not necessarily unexpected event—Nana, my mom, a grandmother, a great…
Shavuot and the Torah, including an appeal
To the editor: This week, the Jewish community will celebrate the holiday of Shavuot. Shavuot is also referred to as the “Feast of Weeks,” as the Hebrew word Shavuot literally means “weeks.” It takes place…
2nd annual gala, grandkids texts, Hartford Stage again and listening
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, Mary and I will have attended the second Bristol Boys and Girls Club gala, another terrific evening with a…
Happy Easter Sunday, family ties; some challenging podcasts; and UConn victory in the men’s NCAA basketball tournament
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, Easter will have arrived and Mary and I will be on our way to Easter dinner with Uncle Charlie….
Yes, Bristol, there is no Dairy Queen
By Jack Krampitz I have always been a bit gullible. I didn’t stop believing in Santa Claus until I turned 15. But last year, when…
It is time to put away your bird feeder for the spring and summer
It is getting warmer now, and it is advisable to put away your birdfeeder for the summer. As Barry the Bear always says regarding bird…
Neon shirts might help draw more attention to litter problem and aid in cleaning up streets
Editor: It was good to see your article regarding the abundant litter of our city. Since COVID my wife and I stopped our gym visits…
Purim, a fun yet serious holiday
Editor: Beginning on Monday, March 6, and ending at sundown on Tuesday, March 7, Jewish people around the world will dress up in costumes, make…
What makes us more alike than different and a few podcasts that take up a similar theme
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, Mary and I will have been making plans for a grandchild’s birthday party later in the day. It’s one…
An inauguration day, some listening and reading about student success and the value of rest and another appeal
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, inauguration day at the state capitol will have come and gone. Since Mary was taking her oath as a…
Thanksgiving leftovers are behind us; holidays ahead
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, the rain and wind will have gone and sometime this afternoon Mary and I will head out to get our…
A nice, quiet Thanksgiving at Nana’s, and a podcast that should be mandatory for all
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, Mary and I will be heading to church for the first Sunday in Advent. Thanksgiving is behind us and…
Attending the annual Sports Hall of Fame dinner is a treat, a Sunday with Smetana and a few good reads
By David Fortier Come Sunday morning, the family is planning an outing to Tonn’s Marketplace where Smetana, the food truck featuring Eastern European fare run…
Joe Wilson served community well
To the editor: On Oct. 30, my former colleague on the city council, Joe Wilson lost his battle with prostate cancer. It was way back…