Police blotter for Nov. 6
The Bristol Police Department reported the following arrests last week. •Angel Vargas, 47, of no certain address, Bristol, was arrested Oct. 30 and charged with sixth degree larceny. •Mark D. Bartlett,...
View ArticleToys, clothing, baby supplies sought for ‘Winter Wish List’
The Parent and Child Center at Bristol Hospital is accepting donations of new toys, clothing, and baby supplies for its “Winter Wish List” Program. The center distributes holiday and winter gifts to...
View ArticlePlainville sees 28% voter turnout for 2015 election
By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER Plainville had an overall voter turnout of 28 percent in this year’s election, just slightly higher than the last local election, which was 26 percent. Out of the 10,421...
View ArticleLancers’ amp up 2nd half intensity to topple Rams
By MICHAEL LETENDRE STAFF WRITER BRISTOL – Getting a little inspiration at halftime of its match against cross-town rival Bristol Central, the Bristol Eastern boys soccer team ramped up the intensity...
View ArticlePolice seek suspect of robbery at Main Street convenience store
Bristol police are searching for a suspect involved in a robbery that took place yesterday at Mi Tierra Multi Services convenience store on Main Street. According to a press release from the Bristol...
View ArticleVeterans to get boost from pinup style
By MIKE CHAIKEN EDITIONS EDITOR Friday night, pinups will be on parade… and it’s all to help the veterans. On Nov. 13 from 6:30 to 10 p.m., All American Productions (which was responsible for the...
View ArticleIn a matter of minutes, BE shuts out BC
By MICHAEL LETENDRE STAFF WRITER BRISTOL – In a matter of just four short minutes, the Bristol Eastern girls soccer team toppled cross-town rival Bristol Central on Monday, Nov. 2. In was a scoreless...
View ArticleBristol Preschool: Paving way for lifelong learning
By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER Since the Weekend Food Backpack Program formed in 2012 at Bristol Preschool Child Care Center, Inc., the nonprofit has helped an average of 82 out of 156 families a...
View ArticleFire report for Nov. 13
The Bristol Fire Department reported the following incidents last week. Oct. 30 Vincent P. Kelly Rd. and Lake Ave., oil or other combustible liquid spill. 184 Greene St., unauthorized burning. 71...
View ArticleSale of two schools complete
The Mayor’s Office announced in a press release last week that Bristol Enterprises LLC has bought the former O’Connell and Bingham School properties. The Connecticut-based developer will convert both...
View ArticleChange of focus for Thursday’s Leatherman presentation at BHS
Joyce Rayno, due to an illness, will not available to be the speaker for the Bristol Historical Society’s Nov. 19 program on the Old Leatherman. Taking her place will be The Plymouth Historical...
View ArticleLessons on hazards of distracted driving
State Rep. Cara Pavalock and Sen. Henri Martin on Thursday, Nov. 12 visited Bristol Eastern High School to speak with students about the problem of distracted driving. The legislators have joined with...
View ArticleRep. Nicastro salutes veterans
State Representative Frank Nicastro Sr. joined Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, state and military officials, at the recent dedication of The Connecticut State Veterans Memorial in Hartford’s Minuteman Park. The...
View ArticlePolice announce winter parking ban
The Southington Police Department announced that the town-wide winter parking ban will take effect on Sunday, Nov. 15. The emergency parking ban, sidewalk maintenance ordinance, snow throwing...
View ArticleTime is running out to buy raffle ticket for Harley
It is time for the Harley Davidson Street Glide raffle drawing at the New England Carousel Museum with one week left to purchase tickets. Stop in at The New England Carousel Museum, a nonprofit...
View ArticleTime is running out to buy raffle ticket for Harley
It is time for the Harley Davidson Street Glide raffle drawing at the New England Carousel Museum with one week left to purchase tickets. Stop in at The New England Carousel Museum, a nonprofit...
View ArticleTime is running out to buy raffle ticket for Harley
It is time for the Harley Davidson Street Glide raffle drawing at the New England Carousel Museum with one week left to purchase tickets. Stop in at The New England Carousel Museum, a nonprofit...
View ArticleAfter taking initial lead, Blue Devils bested by Avon, 35-14
by BRIAN JENNINGS STAFF WRITER The Blue Devils football team fell short to Avon (7-2), 35-14, on a blustery Saturday afternoon, Nov. 14, with winds blowing around 20 miles per hour. Plainville...
View ArticleLady Devils hit the water at 2015 qualifiers
By BRIAN JENNINGS STAFF WRITER The Lady Devils swimming team hosted the 2015 qualifiers on Saturday, Nov. 14 for the Class S Championships. Audrey Gediman (2:11.57) took 19th in the 200 freestyle,...
View ArticleLake Compounce’s ‘Holiday Lights’ opens Nov. 27
Lake Compounce announced its fourth annual “Holiday Lights”, New England’s favorite seasonal holiday themed family event taking place on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings beginning on Nov. 27....
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