Dale E. Crowe, 80
Dale E. Crowe, 80, of Bristol, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 3. He was born on April 7,1944, in New Britain, son of the late…
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Veterans Strong to benefit from 2 fundraisers this fall
Two events this fall will benefit the local Veterans Strong Community Center. A Bowl-A-Rama with a 50/50 raffle and silent auction will be held at…
Veterans Strong to host 3rd annual ‘Whiskey for Warriors’ fundraiser early in September
The Third Annual Whiskey for Warriors Fundraiser, hosted by Veterans Strong Community Center, will be held Saturday, Sept. 7, at DoubleTree by Hilton on Century…
National Navajo Code Talker Day has Bristol connection
By Neal Supranovich, American Legion Post 2 historian There is a connection with National Navajo Code Talker Day, celebrated on Aug. 14, and local World…
World War II veterans, Fitz and Caminiti, honored at Blues Military Appreciation Game Night
Two World War II Veterans from American Legion, Post 2, were honored at the Bristol Blues Military Appreciation Game Night festivities on the evening of…
World War II veterans to be honored at opening of Bristol Blues game this evening at Muzzy Field
World War II veterans Joe Caminiti and Dick Fitz will be honored at the start of tonight’s Bristol Blues game at Muzzy Field. The game…
Reader submission: One WW II veteran who did more in his 20s than most do in a lifetime
By Neal Supranovich If this past Fourth of July weekend you happen to be traveling along Lake Avenue in Bristol and saw an elderly man…
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…
Dedication of POW/MIA monument on Boulevard to be highlight of Bristol Memorial Day events on Monday
Correction: The original article had the procession being held on Sunday, May 26. The procession and dedication are both on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27….
Bristol Veterans Council goes on record, they do not want to see geese eradicated
By David Fortier The Bristol Veterans Council wants to set the record straight. They did not raise the issue of eradicating the geese from Memorial…
Veterans honor contributors to restoration of World War I cannon on Memorial Boulevard
The Bristol Veterans Council acknowledged the contributions of two individuals who assisted with the restoration of the World War I cannon on Memorial Boulevard with…
Veterans Strong Community Center and Bristol Veterans Council announce the 13th Annual Salute Dinner in May
The 13th Annual Salute Dinner hosted by the Veterans Strong Community Center and Bristol Veterans Council will be held this May. The Salute dinner is…
‘Monsters of Rock’ concert to benefit veterans comes to Bristol this weekend
Local rock legends are uniting for the “Monsters of Rock” charity concert at Bleachers on April 12 and 13, organized by Mike Cansdale to honor his late veteran brother. Proceeds will support suicide prevention for active military members. Tickets cost $12, and various local bands will perform each night.
POW/MIA monument fundraising continues to build toward Memorial Day unveiling
By David Fortier Fundraising for the POW/MIA monument that will be unveiled on Memorial Day will continue right through May to ensure that all costs…
Forestville’s Memorial Parade seeking participants, from family members of those lost at war to youth groups
By David Fortier Memorial Day is a day for remembering those lost at war, a somber occasion, unlike Veterans Day which is more celebratory, said…
World War II veteran to be honored today at American Legion Post 2 event
Joe Caminiti, a World War II Iwo Jima survivor, will receive an honorary Marine Corps jacket today at a ceremony at the flagpole at American…
Veterans program celebrates old friendships, with cake cutting and presentations
By David Fortier The three of them lean in over the cake, which celebrates their years of friendship, beginning shortly after the conclusion of World…
Veterans Strong Community Center announces date for Patriots’ Day ceremony; asks for nominations of veterans for Patriots’ Day Awards
The Veterans Strong Community Center and the Wernicki Family are accepting nominations for the Annual Patriots’ Day awards for the 5th Annual Patriot’s Day ceremony…
Veterans program will involve Friendship Cake cutting
An American Legion Iwo Jima/ World War II Veterans Reunion will be held Sunday, March 10, 2 p.m., at the Bristol Public Library. Doors open…
Four Chaplains ceremony to be held at Gloria dei Lutheran Church Feb. 3
A tribute to the “Four Chaplains” will take place at Gloria dei Lutheran Church on February 3 at 6 p.m., honoring the 77th anniversary of their sacrifices during the sinking of the Dorchester in 1943. The American Legion Post 209 sponsors this public ceremony, also recorded for broader access.