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Cold weather to return, says AccuWeather
The nation isn’t done with the “Polar Vortex” yet. Although temperatures will not challenge last week’s single digit fare, AccuWeather said the brief respite from sub-freezing temperatures is at an...
View ArticleMayor to serve as treasurer for BRRFOC
Mayor Ken Cockayne (R-Bristol) announced in a press release Monday he was elected to serve as treasurer for the Bristol Resource Facility Operating Committee (BRRFOC) for 2014. Cockayne is in his first...
View ArticleArrest made after threat of person armed near BEHS
After a report of a person seen with a handgun near Bristol Eastern High School resulted in a lockdown Wednesday afternoon, Bristol Police arrested Brianna Lee Kowalski, 20, of 320 Queen St., in the...
View ArticleSecond robbery this week on Riverside Avenue
The second robbery in one week on Riverside Avenue happened at the Gulf Gas Station, 180 Riverside Ave., where the suspect fled with an undetermined amount of money. The lone suspect, the release said,...
View ArticlePolice blotter for Jan. 17
Bristol police reported the following arrests: •Jovanni A. Germosen, 20, of 12 Park St., Bristol was arrested on Jan. 10 and charged with operation with registration/ license suspended/ revoked,...
View ArticleSuspicious fire reported at Crowley Dodge
Bristol police are investigating, what they deemed as a “suspicious,” fire that happened a little before 10 p.m. at Crowley Dodge. Bristol Police and fire reported to the car dealership located at 1461...
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Snow possible for holiday weekend in New England
There are no monster storms on the horizon this weekend, but snow is in the forecast, says AccuWeather AccuWeather.com reports folks wanting a big snowstorm in the Northeast will have to wait a while...
View ArticleStart making plans for chamber’s annual Feb. home show
By KAITLYN NAPLES STAFF WRITER For the past 29 years, the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce and Jenks Productions have been hosting the perfect way to get rid of cabin fever and think about the...
View ArticleMentoring program thrives on helping students succeed
By KAITLYN NAPLES STAFF WRITER What started out in 1989 as a mentoring partnership between the business community and the schools, has evolved into one of the top two mentoring programs in Connecticut....
View ArticlePotholes may be in New England’s future, says AccuWeather
The crazy swings in temperature in the northeast make it a ripe season for a bumper crop of potholes, explains AccuWeather. AccuWeather Global Weather Center — 17 January 2014 – AccuWeather.com reports...
View ArticleFight for city’s Social Security office continues
In light of the potential closure of the Social Security Administration part time office in Bristol at the end of January, Bristol Mayor Ken Cockayne and Congressman John B. Larson are announcing a new...
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Bristol Central’s Got Talent!
a Melanie Michaud entertains the crowd with her classical guitar skills. Bristol Central students (and some faculty as well) demonstrated their talents this Saturday at their annual talent show. Some...
View ArticleGov. takes action in light impending cold temps
With bitter cold temperatures expected to impact the state over the next week, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy announced in a press release that he has activated the state’s Severe Cold Weather Protocol,...
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Expect snowy Tuesday, says AccuWeather
Tuesday looks as if there will be snow in the forecast for Southern New England, says AccuWeather AccuWeather Global Weather Center — 20 January 2014 – AccuWeather.com reports tAlong the leading edge...
View ArticleSchools to dismiss early
Bristol schools have announced an early dismissal today due to the snow
View ArticleParking ban begins at 5 p.m.
The following information was released by Bristol Police: “The City of Bristol has declared an emergency parking ban in effect from 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 21, until further notice. No vehicles will...
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Storm brings foot of snow, airport cancellations
Some parts of the eastern seaboard will see up to a foot of snow, reports AccuWeather. The storm has cancelled many air flights, so check with your carrier. AccuWeather Global Weather Center — 21...
View ArticleGov. urges caution in storm
With a significant winter storm bearing down on the state, a state of Connecticut press release said Gov. Dannel P. Malloy is urging residents to take it slow and avoid travel during the height of the...
View ArticleLean Manufacturing course to be offered by Tunxis
TunxisCommunity College’s Workforce Development and Continuing Education Division will offer a Lean Manufacturing Principles and Tools Certification course starting in February. The introductory...
View ArticleTake a trip with city’s seniors
The BristolSeniorCenter offers a variety of trips throughout the year. Trips are open to senior center members, and the general public as well. Anyone interested in signing up for a trip can call or...
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