Chamber looking for branding manager to promote city’s ‘All-Heart’
by LISA CAPOBIANCO The Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce is on the hunt for a full-time branding and market development manager in Bristol. During a special meeting held last month, the City...
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Teachers open new year with convocation
By Lindsay Carey Staff Writer Fifty-three new staff members, including new Supt. of Schools Tim Connellan, were recognized at a convocation ceremony Monday morning that kicked off school for educators....
View ArticleCouple accused of trying to break in to vehicles on Burlington Ave.
A man and a woman were arrested on Thursday morning after police say they were spotted trying to break into vehicles on Burlington Avenue Officers charged Jared J. Garand, 25, of 79 Birch St. in...
View ArticleCity hall, transfer station closed on Labor Day; trash collection changes
City hall and the Bristol transfer station will be closed on Monday, Sept. 1 in honor of Labor Day. There will be no curbside collections on Monday. Rubbish, recycling and yard waste collection will be...
View ArticlePolice arrest Bloomfield man on having weapons in the vehicle and marijuana...
Southington Police have charged a Bloomfield man with having weapons in his vehicle and possession of marijuana after responding to a suspicious vehicle complaint. On Wednesday, August 27, police were...
View ArticleSouthington police to take part in anti-texting program
The Southington Police Department, along with the Connecticut Department of Transportation Highway Safety Office, has announced the kick-off of an Anti-Texting Enforcement Project, as part of the “U...
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City lures Farmington biz to business park
By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER The Southeast Bristol Business Park will soon become the permanent home of a German-based company that specializes in spindle manufacturing and repair. GMN USA, a...
View ArticleA painful lesson on NASCAR track
By MICHAEL LETENDRE STAFF WRITER Accidents in the auto racing world occur just about in every race. Whether it’s a full blown NASCAR event or a 125 lap challenge from the old Plainville Stadium,...
View ArticleFixtures planted for BEHS lights
By MICHAEL LETENDRE STAFF WRITER BRISTOL – With the fall scholastic season on the horizon, would the newly acquired lights on the Bristol Eastern football field be installed and ready to go for game...
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Vet, retired officer selected as ‘Hometown Hero’
By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER Honoring deceased military veterans at funerals is just one of many ways in which Bob Coffey has served the community of Bristol. Currently, the commander of the...
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Congressman Larson introduces new Social Security bill
By Lindsay Carey Staff Writer Congressman John Larson recently introduced his new proposal to expand the benefits of Social Securityat the Calendar House in Southington on the 79th anniversary of the...
View ArticlePublic offers view on Bristol Hospital, Tenet, Yale deal
By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER People from all walks of life spoke recently at Bristol Hospital before health care officials as the hospital currently undergoes the process for a potential merger with...
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Saturday morning drilling
As the fall high school sports season looms, the Bristol Central High School football team took to the field for some drills on Saturday morning. PHOTOS by TAMMI NAUDUS [portfolio_slideshow id=8867]
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Long live rock at Uproar Festival with Godsmack, Skillet, and Pop Evil
[portfolio_slideshow id=8830] By MIKE CHAIKEN EDITIONS EDITOR After a hiatrus of couple of years, Godsmack is back with a vengeance. Want proof? The Boston-based band’s latest album, “1000 HP,” reached...
View ArticleFirm to produce videos promoting Southington
By Ed Harris Editor The town is partnering with a New York based company to create videos aimed at promoting the community. Over the last several months, Town Manager Garry Brumback has worked with the...
View ArticleSuspect accused of trying to steal copper pipes on Union Street
One man was arrested and another suspect is on the loose following a reported burglary on Union Street on Saturday, where suspects were stealing copper plumbing. Police arrested Carlos Rivera, 39, of...
View ArticleRegistration deadline to march in Mum Parade Sept. 4
It’s not too late to register for this year’s Bristol Mum Festival Parade, but there isn’t much time left. Schools, marching bands, clubs, churches, fire departments, scout groups, dancers, veterans’...
View ArticleHospice volunteers needed by VITAS
VITAS Innovative Hospice Care is looking for volunteers in Bristol. VITAS volunteers give their time to terminally ill patients and their caregivers. All VITAS volunteers receive training in...
View ArticleLibrary resumes Saturday hours this weekend
The Plainville Public Library will resume Saturday hours on Sept. 6. It will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through the fall, winter and spring. All library services will be available during Saturday...
View ArticleBack to school carnival benefits Boys & Girls Club
Posner & Henderson Dental Health Professionals of Bristol will be hosting a Back to School Carnival to benefit the Boys & Girls Club and Family Center of Bristol. The event will take place at...
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