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This is last week for spring leaf bag collection

This is last week for spring leaf bag collection is the week of April 27. Do not put sod, sand, brush or woodchips in leaf bags. Place leaf bags at the curb when full for collection. Yard waste (green...

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Man turns himself into police for arrest warrants

Antonino Cammariere turned himself in today at the Bristol Police Department for two outstanding arrest warrants. According to a press release from the Bristol Police Department, the warrants were...

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Southington Library announces May events for adults

The Southington Public Library has announced a number of adult programs for May. If registration is required, contact the library at (860) 628-0947, ext. 6552 or visit www.SouthingtonLibrary.org, click...

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Police arrest former PTO treasurer for embezzlement

Christine Honohan, 37, of Southington turned herself into the Southington Police headquarters on April 24  after learning there was a warrant for her arrest. Honohan was processed and charged with...

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Woman arrested for credit card theft

A New Britain woman was arrested in Southington this week after racking up over eight-thousand-dollars in credit card charges in her boyfriend’s ex wife’s name. Melissa Cocola, 39, opened three...

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A day with the Whiffenpoofs

The Yale Whiffenpoofs performed at the theater at Memorial Boulevard School on a recent Sunday for an afternoon concert. The large crowd was entertained by a cappella music from the ‘Whiffs’ as well as...

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Southington Chamber Celebrates Totally 80’s Style

The Southington Chamber held its annual meeting last Saturday.  Many awards were given to people of the community.  Guests took part in a silent auction and raffles.  The theme of the dinner was the...

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Some growing pains for boys tennis

By BRIAN JENNINGS STAFF WRITER The Blue Devils (0-4) boys tennis team has had a rough start thus far and was hoping to turn it around after experiencing growing pains through the inexperience of their...

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Rep. Nicastro urges caution when choosing energy cos.

State Representative Frank Nicastro (D-Bristol), a member of the General Assembly’s  Energy and Technology Committee, is urging electric customers to move cautiously if they decide to purchase...

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City begins crack sealing program

The City of Bristol has begun its spring 2015 crack sealing program. Crack sealing is performed to extend the life of the road by preventing water from reaching below the road surface and deteriorating...

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Pansies for sale

The Growing Center at Bristol ARC, 621 Jerome Ave. in Bristol has pansies for sale. There are many pansy packs of rosy mauve, purple, blue, yellow/orangey bronze, mixed colors, and more. The Growing...

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Obituaries for May 1

The following obituaries will be published in this week’s Observer. Nicholas Pompei, 77, of Bristol, died on April 15. Edwin David Alexander, 79, died Thursday, April 16 in Winter Haven, Fla. Laura...

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Obituaries for May 1

The following obituaries will be published in this week’s Southington Observer. For more information, look to Friday’s print or e-editions: Maureen (Iskra) Crowley, 74, of Southington, died on...

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Police Blotter for May 1

The Southington Police Department announced the following arrests: Ryan S. Oakes, 35, of 868 South Main St., Plantsville, was arrested on April 16 for risk of injury, two counts of third degree...

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Fire Report for May 1

The Southington Fire Department announced the following 85 incidents from April 13 to April 27: Monday, April 13 130 Kristen’s Pl., Medical Assist, Assist EMS I-84 Westbound Exit, No Incident Found On...

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Sports Calendar for May 1

FUNDRAISERS PAVERS FOR POSTERITY (BLUE KNIGHT BRICKS)—The Turf Committee is offering an opportunity to purchase bricks to help defray costs for the artificial turf field at Southington High School....

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Wii Bowling League tourney in Bristol May 13

The Connecticut Senior Wii Bowling League  will be holding its first annual State Bowling Tournament during Older American’s Month on Wednesday, May 13, at the Bristol Senior Center, 240 Stafford Ave.,...

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Wii Bowling League tourney in Bristol May 13

The Connecticut Senior Wii Bowling League  will be holding its first annual State Bowling Tournament during Older American’s Month on Wednesday, May 13, at the Bristol Senior Center, 240 Stafford Ave.,...

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Wii Bowling League tourney in Bristol May 13

The Connecticut Senior Wii Bowling League  will be holding its first annual State Bowling Tournament during Older American’s Month on Wednesday, May 13, at the Bristol Senior Center, 240 Stafford Ave.,...

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Health district encourages residents to protect themselves from skin cancer

May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month and the Plainville-Southington Health District encourages residents to protect themselves from ultraviolet radiation all year round, not just during the...

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