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Volunteers show they care on this ‘Day…’
By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER Activity was spurring outside Bristol Adult Resource Center on Jerome Avenue, where a number of volunteers from GE in Plainville joined together to complete a variety of...
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Commentary: May was National Water Safety Month
Did you know that drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury related death for children between the ages of 1 and 14? Children under the age of one most often drown in home pools and...
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Legion seeks help with historical project
The American Legion, Kiltonic Post 72 is compiling history for the local post, and officials are looking for help from the community. The Southington organization received their charter in 1919, and...
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Raffle tickets available for Harley bike
It is Harley time again at the New England Carousel Museum kicking off the 20th year for its Harley Davidson Street Glide raffle to benefit the museum. The raffle will help benefit the museum’s...
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Raffle tickets available for Harley bike
It is Harley time again at the New England Carousel Museum kicking off the 20th year for its Harley Davidson Street Glide raffle to benefit the museum. The raffle will help benefit the museum’s...
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Raffle tickets available for Harley bike
It is Harley time again at the New England Carousel Museum kicking off the 20th year for its Harley Davidson Street Glide raffle to benefit the museum. The raffle will help benefit the museum’s...
View ArticlePlan for food drive in July
A team of teens and leaders from Our Lady of Mercy’s Teen Youth Group, JOLT, will be holding a Food Drive at Gnazzo’s (on Route 10 in Plainville) to benefit the Plainville Community Food Pantry on...
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Public input sought on city’s hazard mitigration plan update
Tropical Storm Irene, October snowstorm Alfred, and Superstorm Sandy are examples of recent events that caused severe damage in the region and resulted in federal disaster declarations. Flooding, heavy...
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Obituaries for June 5
The following obituaries will be published in Friday’s Observer. Katherine (Pellegrini) “Kay” Fortunato, 95, of Wolcott, widow of Joseph P. Fortunato, died on Wednesday, May 27 at her home. Mildred T....
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Bill that helps caregivers, aging population passes in house
Family caregivers and Connecticut’s aging population chalked up a victory last week according to State Reps. Whit Betts (R-78) and Cara Pavalock (R-77), after the House of Representatives...
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Sports Listings for May 5 edition
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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Obituaries for May 5 edition
The following obituaries will be published in this week’s Southington Observer. For more information, look to Friday’s print or e-editions: Jason Augeri, 41, of Southington, died on Monday, May 25....
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Fire Report for May 5 edition
The Southington Fire Department announced the following 42 incidents from Monday, May 25 to Monday, June 1: Monday, May 25 12:00:53 p.m., 2279 Mount Vernon Rd. /Lincoln College NE, Smoke Detector...
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Police Blotter for May 5 edition
The Southington Police Department announced the following arrests from Tuesday, May 19 through Thursday, May 28: Lori A. Matteson, 38, of 112 Eagle Dr., Newington, was arrested on May 19 for second...
View ArticleMan arrested and charged for robbery at Santander Bank
Bristol police arrested and charged a man in connection to a robbery at Santander Bank on Tuesday. According to a press release from the Bristol Police Department, the suspect entered the bank on North...
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Library announces annual Summer Reading Program
The Southington Public Library has announced the annual Summer Reading Program for all ages. Registration is underway at the Children’s Services Desk. For more information, call (860) 628-0947, ext. 3....
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Rep. Nicastro supports state budget proposal
After considerable deliberation, State Representative Frank Nicastro (D-Bristol) today backed a biennial budget package (HB 7061)that provides property tax relief to working families, protects the...
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Taking ‘All Heart’ to next level on web
by LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER The city is taking the new “All Heart” logo to the next level this summer. Mark Walerysiak Jr., branding manager who represents the city of Bristol at the Central...
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Police blotter for June 5
The Plainville Police Department announced the following arrests: Vito Caldarella, 50, of 492 East St., Plainville, was arrested on May 21 for creating a public disturbance. Francesco F. Ranieri, 35,...
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Plainville remembers
On Memorial Day, May 25, Plainville commemorated the men and women who gave their lives for America in the armed forces. The annual parade worked its way through the center of town. PHOTOS by TAMMI...
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