Outdoor Carol Sing this Saturday
Immanuel Lutheran Church and school will be hosting its annual Outdoor Community Carol Sing on Saturday, Dec. 14, at 6:30 p.m. The event will be held at the church, 154 Meadow St., outside on the...
View ArticleStamford man threatens to ‘blow up’ City Hall
A Stamford man was arrested Monday after police said he threatened “to blow up (Bristol) City Hall during a phone conversation.” Robert Daprile, 51, of Stamford was upset Monday afternoon after he...
View ArticleObituaries for Dec. 13
The following obituaries will be published in Friday’s Observer. For additional information, turn to our print edition or e-edition published on Friday. Augustine F. “Augie” Lepore, Jr., 88, of...
View ArticleObituaries for Dec. 13
The following obituaries will be published in the Dec 13 Observer. For more information, turn to our print edition or e-edition published on Friday. Wilfred L. Doucette, 78, of Bristol, died suddenly...
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Southington lights up for the holidays
By Lisa Capobianco Staff Writer Four-year-old Jack Brinker of Southington widened his eyes and jumped for joy when he saw Santa Claus during the 25th annual Christmas in the Village in Plantsville....
View ArticleChristmas tea, with singer Tanya Leonard, this Saturday
On Saturday, Dec. 14 at Artist Tree Tea House at 160 School St., Bristol, there will be a Christmas Tea Luncheon at 12:30 p.m. The event will be followed by a performanceat 2 p.m. by local singer Tanya...
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Wolcott couple arrested on embezzlementcharges
Two Wolcott residents were arrested for allegedly embezzling money from Computer Tune and Lube. Holly Miner, 32, and her boyfriend David Pinto, 36, surrendered to police on Wednesday, Dec. 11, after...
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Class LL championship game moved up a few hours
By John Goralski Sports Writer The CIAC has rescheduled the Class LL football championship game between No. 4 Southington High School and No. 7 Fairfield Prep because of the threat of inclement...
View ArticleGov. urges caution during weekend storm
Gov. Dannel P. Malloy in a press release urged residents to avoid travel during the first significant snowstorm of the season. The National Weather Service has issued Winter Storm Watches for most of...
View ArticleGov. urges caution during weekend storm
Gov. Dannel P. Malloy in a press release urged residents to avoid travel during the first significant snowstorm of the season. The National Weather Service has issued Winter Storm Watches for most of...
View ArticleGov. urges caution during weekend storm
Gov. Dannel P. Malloy in a press release urged residents to avoid travel during the first significant snowstorm of the season. The National Weather Service has issued Winter Storm Watches for most of...
View ArticleGov. urges caution during weekend storm
Gov. Dannel P. Malloy in a press release urged residents to avoid travel during the first significant snowstorm of the season. The National Weather Service has issued Winter Storm Watches for most of...
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Police K-9 retires, new dog set to begin work
By Ed Harris Editor Southington Police K-9 officer Damon is retiring to the home of his handler Officer Stephen Salerno after lodging almost a decade on the job. Damon, a 12-year-old German Sheppard,...
View ArticleNew owner takes over restaurant on Center Street
By Lisa Capobianco Staff Writer Randy’s Wooster Street Pizza on Center Street now has a new owner and a new name. Frank LaRosa, a restaurant broker and specialist, recently took over ownership of...
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Lincoln snaps 3 game skid; Wildcats are closing in on 10 wins at the break
By John Goralski Sports Writer The Wildcats edged past Bristol Community College for a two-point victory on Saturday, Dec. 7 to snap a three game losing streak—their longest of the early season. With...
View ArticleRobert Phillips is new town planner
By Ed Harris Editor Southington has a new town planner. Robert Phillips, who has several years experience in the position, began last week. Phillips worked as town manager in Farmington for a few...
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New boutique raises money for missions to the West Indies;
By Lisa Capobianco Staff Writer Patria Disla, the owner of Miracles & Beyond, Not Just Another Hair Salon, recently opened an adjourning portion of her building to house Beyond Life Boutique in...
View ArticlePublic Works issues statement on snow removal
The Bristol Public Works Department issued the following statement on snow removal: Bristol Public Works and the Police Department is reminding Bristol residents that City Ordinance (Sect. 21-24.)...
View ArticleBristol police investigate hit and run
Bristol police are investigating a hit and run that happened on Farmington Avenue Sunday evening where a 35-year-old female was struck. The victim suffered non life threatening injuries and was...
View ArticleTortoise and Hare Cafe wants to transform
The owner of Tortoise & the Hare Cafe is raising funds to transform the restaurant into a brand new establishment with a new menu. Visit the following link for more information on how to donate....
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