ESPN announces new editors-in-chief based in Bristol
ESPN Digital & Print Media announced recently two newly appointed editors-in-chief for ESPN.com and espnW. Effective immediately, Chad Millman will assume new responsibilities as Editor-in-Chief of...
View ArticleWinter lingers, but Shamrock Run will persevere
By KAITLYN NAPLES STAFF WRITER There might still be some snow on the ground but that is not expected to hinder the 2,200 to 2,600 runners and walkers who are expected to participate in the 12th annual...
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Another heap of trouble from Mother Nature, reports AccuWeather
A storm brewing for this weekend could mean travel delays, says AccuWeather AccuWeather.com reports a complex and multi-faceted winter storm will take shape across Texas on Saturday, and then slowly...
View ArticleGet ready and get your OM show tickets now
Tickets for the 73rd annual OM Show are on sale now. The 2014 OM Show will be held on April 25 and April 26 at St. Paul Catholic High School. Performances will be Friday and Saturday evening at 7:30...
View ArticleCT-centric talent competition to launch on web
Connecticut now has its own online version of those popular TV talent competition shows. Launching April 1, 2014, StarOnTheWeb.com offers talented Connecticut residents of all ages an exclusive...
View ArticleBristol Police award officers, citizen
According to a press release from the Bristol Police Department, the Bristol Board of Police Commissioners handed out several awards/commendations at its regular meeting on Tuesday. William Matthews...
View ArticleRoute 6 American flag project will go on, donations needed
The Bristol Chamber of Commerce sent out the following press release this afternoon: “The Bristol Chamber of Commerce has worked with Bill Englert of City True Value Hardware and Just Ask Rental, for...
View ArticleDining listings for March 21
FRIDAY, MARCH 21 BRISTOL SHAMROCK PASTA SUPPER. 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Benefit for St. Vincent DePaul Homeless Shelter. St. Gregory CCD Center, 1043 Stafford Ave., Bristol. $8 for adults, $6 for children...
View ArticleChamber told economy growing, just not quickly
By KAITLYN NAPLES STAFF WRITER While the state’s economy might not be growing as quickly as some would hope for, it is still growing, reported Nick Perna, economic advisor to Webster Bank. In...
View ArticlePolice blotter for March 21
The Bristol Police Department reported the following arrests: •Sheray M. Unger, 27, of 28 Judd St., Apt. No. second floor, Bristol was arrested on March 11 and charged with third degree identity theft,...
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Britain’s Little Mix struts out its vocal chops on The Neon Lights tour
By MIKE CHAIKEN EDITIONS EDITOR It’s tough to be a vocal group in a live setting. Getting the harmonies right, as you dance and work hard to make the show exciting to a paying audience. It’s really...
View ArticleSupport group listings for March 21
TUESDAY, MARCH 25 PLAINVILLE CAREGIVING CONNECTIONS SUPPORT GROUP. 10 a.m. Hosted by Bette Smith, PlainvilleSeniorCenter outreach coordinator. Celebrate the beginning of the awakening of nature....
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VIPs thanked, given sneak peek of OM show
By MIKE CHAIKEN EDITIONS EDITOR Sponsors and supporters of the Older Members Associated of the Bristol Boys and Girls Club were treated to some wine, hors d’oeuvres, a sneak preview of the upcoming OM...
View ArticleMusic listings for March 21
FRIDAY, MARCH 21 OTHER BLACK 47. Farewell tour. 8 p.m. Bridge Street Live, 41 Bridge St., Collinsville. $25, $35. 41BridgeStreet.com, (860) 693-9762. SATURDAY, MARCH 22 BRISTOL CARRIE JOHNSON....
View ArticleBristol Rising to host another Cash Mob
Bristol Rising will be hosting another Cash Mob, this time at West End Pizza, which has been in existence in Bristol for 39 years. “Cash Mobs,” a press release said, “are a single-day event where...
View ArticleMain Street structure fire under investigation
Three people were brought to Bristol Hospital Monday afternoon as a precaution after a structure fire broke out at 375 Main St. A press release said police and fire responded to the fire just before 1...
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Winter was cold, snowy, says AccuWeather
As if you didn’t realize it, AccuWeather says this past winter was one of the coldest and snowiest on record. AccuWeather Global Weather Center — 25 March 2014 – AccuWeather.com reports despite the...
View ArticleSupport group for youths interested in learning more about resisting alcohol,...
Bristol Youth Services is offering ‘Let It Begin With Me,’ a 16-week confidential educational support group for middle-school age children (11 to 13) who are interested in learning more about resisting...
View ArticleSt. Anthony prepares for 75th anniversary
Did you or someone you know attend St. Anthony Grammar School, Bristol? St. Anthony School will be celebrating its 75th anniversary during the 2014-2015 school year. The school announced in a press...
View ArticleSpring tennis lessons offered
It is officially spring and the Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration for Youth and Adult Tennis Lessons held at Page Park. Fee is $30 for a five week session. Tennis racquets are...
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