Man dies after two-car collision
One of the drivers seriously injured in a crash that happened at the intersection of Farmington Avenue and Collier Avenue last Friday has died. According to a press release from the Bristol Police...
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And they’re off…
Thursday night begins competition for this year’s Miss Connecticut and Miss Connecticut’s Outstanding Teen Scholarship Pageant. The event will be held at the Mohegan Sun Cabaret Theater in Uncasville....
View ArticleObituaries for June 26
Adeline (Knopf) Denning, 85, of Simsbury, widow of Roger M. Denning, died on Wednesday, June 17 at the Governor’s House, Simsbury. George Thomas Flanigan, 89, of Bristol, died Wednesday, June 10 at...
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Obituaries for June 19
Jacques J. ”Jake” Comeau, 84, of Bristol, died on Monday, June 8 at Countryside Manor. He was the husband of Elizabeth (Kloss) Comeau. Madolyn C. (Coulombe) Quish, 85, of Bristol, widow of Herbert...
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Police blotter for June 19
The Bristol Police Department reported the following arrests last week. •Kevin M. Dragon, 34, of 176 Greystone Ave., Bristol, was arrested June 5 and charged with second degree breach of peace,...
View ArticleChapter 126 launches wheelchair lacrosse team
By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER Connecticut’s first-ever wheelchair lacrosse team has formed right in Bristol’s backyard. Chapter 126 Sports & Fitness is now offering a wheelchair lacrosse program,...
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Fire report for June 19
The Bristol Fire Department reported the following incidents last week. June 5 62 Louisiana Ave., vehicle accident, general cleanup. The Milk Store, 104 Wolcott St., vehicle accident, general cleanup....
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Observations: Mistakes happen: Accept them, move on
By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER I’ll never forget the look of horror on my dad’s face that one time I almost got run over by a school bus in fifth grade. It was just an ordinary day after school, and...
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Senior center activities listed
The following events are upcoming at the Bristol Senior Center: Memory Screenings: The Alzheimer’s Resource Center will be offering free memory screenings on Monday, July 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m....
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GOP challenger in 1st releases platform
In a prepared press release, Anthony (Tony) D’Amato has announced his campaign platform in which he is running as a Republican candidate for city council in the 1st Council District. “I wish to inform...
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Pageant-bound belles of the ball
This weekend, the Miss Connecticut pageant will be in full swing. The Miss Connecticut Scholarship Pageant held its annual ball on June 19 at the Aqua Turf in Southington. It’s always a chance for...
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South Street closure announced, starting June 26
South Street in Bristol between Main street and Church street will be closed to through traffic for a period of approximately four weeks beginning on Friday, June 26 as part of the reconstruction of...
View ArticleMan faces charges after smashing car into Club Fitness
Bristol police have arrested and charged a man who reportedly smashed his vehicle into Club Fitness last Sunday. According to a press release from the Bristol Police Department, 29-year-old Lemar...
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Performance listings for June 26
FRIDAY, JUNE 26 BRISTOL COMEDY SHOW TO BENEFIT RELAY FOR LIFE. 8 p.m. Mike Shustock, Joanna Rapoza, Rich “The Claw” Cyr, Gregory Joseph, Scott MacDonald< Rob Pierce, Brian Plumb, Alana Foden Susko,...
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Dining listings for June 26
MONDAY, JUNE 29 OTHER THIRD ANNUAL CUPCAKE WARS. 2 p.m. Cupcake decorating competition. Cupcakes will be judged on neatness, creativity, and defense of the theme. For the whole family. Ages 5 and up...
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Miscellaneous listings for June 26
FRIDAY, JUNE 26 BRISTOL SINGLES ‘50S, ‘60S, ‘70S DANCE. Sponsored by Social Connections. 8 p.m. to noon. Buffet from 8 to 9 p.m. DJ Tasteful Productions. Dress casual. Door prizes. Nuchie’s, 164...
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Kids listings for June 26
JUNE 29-AUG. 1 OTHER ARTSPLACE SUMMER CAMPS, CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS. Camps run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. or 3 p.m. for four or five days in July. Artsplace, 1220 Waterbury Rd., Cheshire. Go online for...
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Meetings listings for June 26
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...
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Support group listings for June 26
ONGOING BRISTOL NAR-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING. Thursday at 7:30 p.m. All family, friends of addicts are welcome to attend. Bristol Baptist Church, 43 School St., Bristol. AL-ANON. Tuesdays at 10 to...
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Senior listings for June 26
SATURDAY, JUNE 27 SOUTHINGTON MULBERRY GARDENS OF SOUTHINGTON. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Assisted living, adult day, and memory community. Mulberry Gardens of Southington, 58 Mulberry St., Plantsville. RSVP....
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