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United Way seeks volunteers for income initiatives
The United Way of West Central Connecticut is seeking volunteers to help with two of its income initiatives: its free tax preparation site and financial coaching programs. The programs serve the...
View ArticleJuvenile charged in BCHS bomb threat on Oct. 9
A juvenile has been arrested for the Oct. 9 bomb threat that led to the evacuation of Bristol Central High School on Oct. 9. Police said the juvenile was referred to Juvenile Court on the charges of...
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Federal Hill group celebrating 20th; dinner and awards, Nov. 15
The Bristol Federal Hill Association is celebrating its 20th anniversary as an active neighborhood group in one of Bristol’s most historic neighborhoods. Formed in 1994 as a group of concerned...
View ArticlePumpkin festival tradition continues in Forestville this month
By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER Over the past four years, Priscilla Bloom of Bristol has used different materials to create a scarecrow that stands out at the annual Forestville Pumpkin Festival, which...
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Music listings for Oct. 24
FRIDAY, OCT. 24 OTHER SPIRIT SHAKER. Old Well Tavern, Tariffville Road, Simsbury. WEEZER. 8 p.m. Grand Theater, Foxwoods Resort Casino, Mashantucket. $55, $75. Foxwoods.com BRITISH ROCK LEGEND IAN...
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Health listings for Oct. 24
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 29 SOUTHINGTON FREE DENTAL SERVICES. 7:30 a.m. to noon. Part of the Connecticut State Dental Association’s Mission of Mercy. Patients will be seen on a first-come, first-serve basis....
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Performance listings for Oct. 24
SATURDAY, OCT. 25 OTHER OPEN HEARTS. Benefit for The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health and Rowan Ella, 7, who is battling Wilms, a rare form of childhood kidney cancer. Features Connecticut’s...
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Dining listings for Oct. 24
FRIDAY, OCT. 24 BRISTOL WINE TASTING AND DANCING FEATURING EIGHT TO THE BAR. 7 to 8:15 p.m., wine and ale tastings, networking, appetizers, and carousel rides. 8:30 to 11:30 p.m., music, wine and ale...
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Kids listings for Oct. 24
SATURDAY, OCT. 25 PLAINVILLE 19TH ANNUAL ‘HALLOWEEN AT THE Y.’ 6 to 8 p.m. Haunted House, children’s Halloween fun zone, costume parade and contest, Halloween crafts, refreshments, Halloween trick and...
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Meeting listings for Oct. 24
ONGOING PLAINVILLE CITIZENS AND PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION. 7 p.m., first Tuesday of the month. Concerned citizens and taxpayers of Plainville who meet monthly to discuss town issues, policies, and...
View ArticleRoad to close for Pumpkin Festival
The city announced: “There will be a road closure on Sunday, Oct. 26 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Clock Tower Park at the Central Square in Forestville for the annual Forestville Village Association...
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Miscellaneous listings for Oct. 24
FRIDAY, OCT. 24 BRISTOL WINE TASTING AND DANCING FEATURING EIGHT TO THE BAR. 7 to 8:15 p.m., wine and ale tastings, networking, appetizers, and carousel rides. 8:30 to 11:30 p.m., music, wine and ale...
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Demi Lovato continues her musical evolution
By MIKE CHAIKEN EDITIONS EDITOR It’s interesting to see an artist evolve over time. The first time I had a chance to review Demi Lovato was in 2009. She had released her second album, “Here We Go...
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Fire report for Oct. 24
The Bristol Fire Department reported the following incidents last week. Oct. 10 39 Washington St., assist police or other governmental agency. 299 Park St., lock-out. 51 Broderick Rd., hazardous...
View ArticleCandidate profiles for Campaign 2014
The Observer asked each of the candidates for the city’s three house seats three questions of interest to Bristol residents. Candidates also were asked to provide brief biographies. Dan Santorso...
View ArticleApplebee’s to thank vets, serve up free meals
Expanding upon its six-year Veterans Day tradition of providing free meals to current and former servicemembers, this year Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar will look to provide everyday...
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Witch’s Dungeon open for one more weekend
Witch’s Dungeon at the Bristol Historical Society, 98 Summer St., is in its final weekend: Halloween—Friday– and Saturday(Nov. 1) and Sunday(Nov. 2). PHOTOS by TAMMI NAUDUS Bill Diamond Ron Chaney,...
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Extended hours at transfer station to aid fall clean-up
To assist Bristol residents with fall clean-up efforts and reduce scale traffic during peak times, Public Works will extend hours at the Transfer Station as follows: Fridays Oct. 31, Nov. 7, Nov. 14,...
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Candidate tours BristoL TEC
Rob Michalik, candidate for the State Senate in the 31st District, highlighted the need to link technical high school education with local employers, while touring the Bristol Technical Education...
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New recruits welcomed to Bristol PD
On Thursday, Oct. 2, the Bristol Police Department welcomed four new recruit officers to its ranks during a ceremony at the department. The are: Jeffrey LaRoche; Carmelo Tarascio; Chris Cote, and...
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