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…
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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.
Eagle on monument at Quinlan Park needs repair, again
The verdict is still out, but the eagle that had been stolen earlier in December and replaced subsequently through a donation, is missing a wing…
Caminiti visits Bristol Public Library for special viewing of portrait at the start of a special year
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.
Veterans Strong and cultural treasures among the mantels in this year’s ‘Mantels for the Season’ exhibit
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…
American Legion Post 2 gifts local nonprofits
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….
Wreaths Across America gathering at Old North Cemetery commemorates veterans
By Rit Carter and David Fortier Saturday, under a bright blue sky, nearly 30 people gathered at Old North Cemetery on Lewis Street for Wreaths…
American Legion Post 2 honors Connecticut veterans of Pearl Harbor attack on 82nd anniversary
By Jack Krampitz Last Thursday Seicheprey Post 2 American Legion held a Remembrance Day to honor the Connecticut veterans who were killed in action during…
Vandalized monument at Quinlan Park strikes nerve with families of veterans and others
By David Fortier The theft of statue of an eagle from the Quinlan Memorial Park monument honoring veterans is beyond the comprehension of the commander…
Reward being offered for information about vandalization of Quinlan Park memorial
A reward is being offered for anyone with information that leads to an arrest and prosecution of the party responsible for stealing the eagle that…
Veterans Day ceremony held Saturday at BAIMS
The annual Veterans Day ceremony drew about 75 veterans and guests to Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School on Saturday morning. The guest speaker for…
Veterans’ Day observance will be this Friday, Nov. 10; state and city offices will be closed
Friday, Nov.10 will be the official observance of Veterans Day. State and city offices and Bristol schools will be closed. City Hall and the Bristol…
Annual Luminary Service at American Legion this evening; Veterans Day ceremony at BAIMS on Saturday
The Annual Luminary Service will be held on Friday, Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. at the American Legion Hall on Hooker Court. The annual Veterans…
Weekly roundup features Veterans Day events, Wheeler awarded federal recognition, Thanksgiving’s service set
Veterans Day events begin Thursday with DAR program at Bristol Historical Society The Bristol Historical Society will present a special event featuring David Brennan, author…
Veterans Day events begin this weekend
“Duty Honor Country,” a Bristol Brass & Wind Ensemble concert under the director of Richard Theriault featuring the Bristol Chorale will be held at The…
Annual Veterans Day Luminary service sponsorships must be in the mail this Saturday
The Annual Luminary Service will be held on Friday, Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. at the American Legion Hall on Hooker Court. Those wishing to…
City hall, transfer station to close for Veterans Day
City hall and the Bristol transfer station will be closed on Friday, Nov. 10, in observance of Veterans Day, it was announced on the Public…
Veterans and friends of Siecheprey Post 2 gather for dedication of display, to honor former mayor
Neal Supranovich, of American Legion, Post 2, contributed this story More than 50 people gathered outside the History Room at the Bristol Public Library for…
Veterans Day Concert set Sunday, Nov. 5, at Rockwell Theater
A “Duty, Honor, Country: Salute to our Veterans” concert, presented by the Bristol Brass and Wind Ensemble and directed by Richard Theriault, in honor of…
Weekly roundup features donation to new teacher and dedication ceremony for Vietnam veterans exhibit
Atty. Gen. Tong to discuss senior scams today at Bristol Senior Center A discussion about scams, laws and the state’s elder justice hotline will be…