Fire reported at Stafford Avenue convenience store
An undetermined cause resulted in a fire at the Star 7 Convenience Store Tuesday night a little after 11 p.m. Police responded to the scene, 104 Stafford Ave., for a burglar alarm activation when they...
View ArticleBonfire scheduled to remember Sandy Hook victims
There will be a bonfire held on Thursday, Dec. 12, at Norton Park in memory of the victims of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School that happened on Dec. 14, 2012, where 26 children and adults...
View ArticleOne year following Sandy Hook: Are schools safe?
It has been almost one year since the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School, which left 20 children and six adults dead. Before the devastating incident of Dec. 14, 2012, Plainville Superintendent of...
View ArticleVacant schools’ future before planning panel
By KAITLYN NAPLES STAFF WRITER The fate of the three vacant schools in Bristol is still to be determined, but the wheels are in motion for the Planning Commission and the city’s Planning Department....
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Showcase celebrates decade of ‘amazing’ talent
By MIKE CHAIKEN EDITIONS EDITOR The Holiday Showcase of Stars, a fundraiser for Bristol’s St. Anthony School, has become synonymous with holiday entertainment each year featuring the many talented...
View ArticlePolice blotter for Dec. 6
Bristol police reported the following arrests: •Kevin A. Bard, 47, of 98 Vance Dr., Bristol was arrested on Nov. 24 and charged with third degree assault and second degree breach of peace. •Gregory P....
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Listings for Dec. 6
Holiday listings FRIDAY, DEC. 6 BRISTOL LIGHT UP ST. PAUL. 6:30 p.m. Advent evening of reflection followed by Christmas carols, a luminary walk, and the annual Tree Lighting ceremony....
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Barnes decorated for the holidays
By Lisa Capobianco Staff Writer Magic lanterns, ice skates, ferris wheels and tool chests were just a few of the Barnes’ family favorite things they received as Christmas gifts. This year the Barnes...
View ArticleAs flu activity picks up, health district offers tips to keep sickness at bay
By MICHAEL LETENDRE STAFF WRITER Flu activity has started to pick up in Connecticut, classified as geographically “sporadic,” according to the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH). As more...
View ArticlePlainville alum Carroll exhibits ability to continually excel
By MICHAEL LETENDRE STAFF WRITER WATERBURY – Former Plainville high school girls soccer standout Lexxi Carroll seems to excel no matter where she plays on the field. Or for what team. In 2012, Carroll...
View Article‘Breakfast’ honors former coach Mike Morin
By KAITLYN NAPLES STAFF WRITER For over 25 years, every year, on Thanksgiving eve, students athletes from the three Bristol high schools gather together to have breakfast and to be recognized for their...
View ArticleBattle’s end also means finale for football, cheer seniors
By MICHAEL LETENDRE STAFF WRITER BRISTOL – The annual Thanksgiving Day game between the Bristol Central and Eastern squads also holds extra special meaning for the seniors on both squads. It was a long...
View ArticleFlu season: Tips on staying healthy
By Lisa Capobianco Staff Writer Flu activity has started to increase in Connecticut, classified as geographically “sporadic,” according to the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH). As more...
View ArticleVolunteer tutors help to improve literacy in the state
By Lisa Capobianco Staff Writer Dennis Kies of Southington knew he wanted to make a difference when he became a tutor for The Literacy Volunteers of Central Connecticut (LVCC), which provides...
View ArticleBlue Knights headed to the state championship game in football
Southington High School receiver Alex Jamele tied the state record for touchdowns in a single season as the fourth ranked Blue Knights beat eight ranked Ridgefield 45-0. Southington led 31-0 at the...
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Author uses book to help Wounded Warriors
By Lisa Capobianco Staff Writer For Southington high school teacher John “Brian” Durbin, serving in the military has become a family theme. Durbin, who goes by his middle name, “Brian,” is a retired...
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Holding their own; Wildcats keep pace in conference; stay competitive in D-I...
By John Goralski Sports Writer When the buzzer sounded at the end of regulation, it drowned out the echo from Lincoln College’s potential game-winning shot. When the buzzer sounded at the end of...
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Snow creeping into region
AccuWeather.com is predicting that the Monday commute in New England could be messy with snow and ice a possibility. AccuWeather.com reports accumulating snow and an icy mix are pushing toward the...
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Snow creeping into region
AccuWeather.com is predicting that the Monday commute in New England could be messy with snow and ice a possibility. AccuWeather.com reports accumulating snow and an icy mix are pushing toward the...
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Snow creeping into region
AccuWeather.com is predicting that the Monday commute in New England could be messy with snow and ice a possibility. AccuWeather.com reports accumulating snow and an icy mix are pushing toward the...
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