Local Republicans express concern about Malloy’s budget’s impact on ESPN
Greater Bristol legislators are expressing concerns over a proposal in the governor’s budget, which will have a negative impact on Bristol-based ESPN. Under the governor’s plan, a release from...
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United Way to honor ‘Community Builders,’ tickets available thru March 27
The United Way of West Central Connecticut, serving the communities of Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, Plymouth, and Terryville, will hold its 13th Annual Community Builders’ Reception on Thursday,...
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Nuchie’s owners saluted by Builders
By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER For WWE Champion Bob Backlund and Nuchie’s Restaurant owners Dave and Mike Pasqualicchio, never giving up is something that has made their story one of success. Last...
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Rams hit the gas in 4th, and pass Lancers, 57-52
By MICHAEL LETENDRE STAFF WRITER BRISTOL – You can’t take a quarter off against the Bristol Central boys basketball squad. It doesn’t matter who the team or what the score is. And against crosstown...
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Historical society looks back at movies, city’s theaters
By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER Starting this Friday, the Bristol Historical Society will transport the city back in time through a two-part program that will not only feature five classic movies from...
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Police blotter for March 6
The Bristol Police Department reported the following arrests last week. •Raymond Gonzalez, 29, of 81 Bianca Rd., Bristol, was arrested Feb. 20 and charged with first degree failure to appear and sixth...
View ArticleUpcoming events at senior center
The following events will be happening at the Bristol Senior Center on 240 Stafford Ave. Spinal Stenosis Lecture: On Wednesday, March 11 at 10 a.m. Dr. Khan from the Hartford Healthcare group will be...
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Fire report for March 6
The Bristol Fire Department reported the following incidents last week. Feb. 20 219 Park St., vehicle accident, general cleanup. Bank of America, 53 North St., alarm system activation, no...
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United Way to salute Community Builders April 9
The United Way of West Central Connecticut, serving the communities of Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, Plymouth, and Terryville, will hold its 13th Annual Community Builders’ Reception on Thursday,...
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Anthony D’Amato to run in 1st
In a press release, Anthony D’Amato announced that he is seeking the Republican nomination for city council from the 1st Council District. The 1st Council District covers the Northeast area of Bristol....
View ArticleArea residents to be honored by Special Olympics
Special Olympics Connecticut will hold its annual Hall of Fame Dinner on Wednesday, March 25 to recognize its athletes, volunteers and sponsors for their dedication, leadership, spirit and support....
View ArticleQueen Ann Nzinga Center to honor local women at concert
The Queen Ann Nzinga Center, Inc. will host its 6th Annual Connie Wilson Collins Exceptional Women Concert honoring outstanding women from the Greater Bristol, Plainville, and New Britain community on...
View ArticleMuseum, post present fiddlers, open mic
The New England Carousel Museum and the American Legion “Forestville Village” Post 209 presents Open-Mic Country, Folk and Old Tyme Fiddling at the New England Carousel Museum on Friday, March 13 from...
View ArticleInfo session planned on realignment of 69, 72
The Connecticut Department of Transportation and City of Bristol will conduct a Public Informational Meeting to discuss proposed improvements to the intersections of Connecticut Route 69 (West Street)...
View ArticleBCHS honor society holds tapping ceremony Friday a.m.
Bristol Central High School’s Spring Tapping Ceremony for the National Honor Society will be Friday, March 13, at 7:45 a.m. in the high school’s Senior Cafe. To be eligible for membership...
View ArticleRep. Nicastro invites constituents to take survey
State Rep Frank Nicastro (D-Bristol) is inviting constituents in Bristol’s 79th Assembly District to participate in a survey questionnaire that has been mailed to his district or to participate on an...
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Fishing derby coming to Page Park, April 25
The Bristol Parks and Recreation Department with the help of the Bristol Fish and Game Club is holding the 64th annual Perry J. Spinelli Fishing Derby Saturday, April 25 from 7 to 10 a.m. at Page Pond....
View ArticlePlymouth Early Childhood Council offering grants
The Plymouth Early Childhood Council is currently accepting applications for the Plymouth School Readiness Grant, which provides early childhood programs with state funding to allow all families,...
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Student Bill of Rights passes 1st hurdle, reports Rep. Betts
State Rep. Whit Betts (R-Bristol, Plymouth) joined fellow legislators in announcing that a plan to create a Student Bill of Rights passed a key legislative hurdle and has been approved by the Banking...
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Blood drive set for March 31 in honor of twins of firefighters
One picture Brian Plourde posted to Facebook after his twins’ birth shows a small band that looks like a bracelet around newborn Cameron Paige’s tiny arm. The band is her father’s wedding ring. Born 11...
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