Obituaries: Mrs. Bernadette Lillian Scalia
Mrs. Bernadette Lillian (Peltier) Scalia, widow of John “Jake” Scalia, peacefully turned her life over to her Lord on Tuesday, March 1st, 2016. Bernadette (Lil) was born in Unionville on August 1, 1925...
View ArticleRobotics team meets next Friday
The Arthur G. Russell Co. is currently sponsoring a Robotics Team (peacce.org), which includes students from the area high schools. The company opened the plant up to the group, have mentors, supply...
View ArticleLancers struggle with Rams in 59-42 win
By MICHAEL LETENDRE STAFF WRITER BRISTOL – It was the game that some never thought would take place due to postponements and tomfoolery; but finally, the Central and Bristol Eastern girls clashed at...
View ArticlePlanning continues on hospital’s proposal for downtown project
By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER Bristol Hospital’s downtown project proposal is moving full steam ahead. As its due diligence period continues, the hospital is working with architects and a project...
View ArticleObituaries: Norman Martin
Norman Martin, 79, of Bristol, beloved husband of Henrietta (Desjardins) Martin, died on Thursday (March 3, 2016) at his home after a short illness while he was surrounded by his family. Norman was...
View ArticleObituaries: Joseph A. ‘Ron’ Barie Sr.
Joseph A. “Ron” Barie Sr., 71, of Burlington, widower of Kathleen (Blum) Barie, passed away at Bristol Hospital on Thursday (Mar. 3, 2016). Ron was born in Bristol on May 27, 1944 to the late Theodore...
View ArticleBurlesque finds the spotlight at SWAN Day
By MIKE CHAIKEN EDITIONS EDITOR One of the chief features of the annual SWAN Day event in Connecticut is the festival’s showcase of the art of burlesque. SWAN Day (Support Women Artists Now) is an all...
View ArticleRep. Nicastro announces political retirement
By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER After serving as an elected official for over 30 years, State Representative Frank Nicastro (D-Bristol, Forestville) has decided not to seek re-election this November....
View ArticleRep. Nicastro’s retirement opens door for GOP
By MIKE CHAIKEN EDITIONS EDITOR With the pending retirement of Democrat Frank Nicastro in the 79th district come November—and three of their own incumbents already in place, the Bristol Republicans are...
View ArticleFire report for March 4
The Bristol Fire Department reported the following incidents over the past few weeks. Feb. 12 44 Michael St., person in distress, other. Walmart, 1400 Farmington Ave., lock-out. Boardman St. and...
View ArticleEffects of Connecticut’s worsening budget woes taking shape
By SUSAN HAIGH Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) _ Real fallout from Connecticut’s worsening budget deficit problem has begun to materialize, with negotiated pay raises for certain state workers...
View ArticleMissing person sought
Bristol police are trying to find 35-year-old Jenna Connelly, who was reported missing. According to a press release from the Bristol Police Department, Connelly is white, 5 foot 1 tall and weighs 115...
View ArticleCindy Scoville tapped as new chamber president
The Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce (CCCC), the second largest chamber network in the State of Connecticut, announced today that they appointed Cindy Scoville as the new president and chief...
View ArticleObituaries: Irene L. Taylor
Irene L. (Lamothe) Taylor, 91, of Bristol, widower of Alvin Ray Taylor, passed away as the sun was rising on Sunday (March 6, 2016). She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family after a...
View ArticleObituaries: Elna P. Lynch
Elna “Ellie” P. (Potz) Lynch, 93, of Wolcott, widow of Clarence S. Lynch, passed away on Saturday March 5, 2016, at her home surrounded by her loving children. Ellie was born in Bristol on December 6,...
View ArticleObituaries: Anna Mackiewicz
Anna “Annie” (Dubiel) Mackiewicz, 92, of Terryville, widow of Lewis W. Mackiewicz died Saturday March 5, 2016 at Ingraham Manor, Bristol. Annie was born August 28, 1923 in Torrington, CT, daughter of...
View ArticleObituaries: Paul Joseph Marino Sr.
Paul Joseph Marino Sr., 75 of Bristol, husband of Gloria Marino, passed away at the Sheriden Woods Health Care Center in Bristol on March 7th with his wife Gloria at his side. Paul was born January...
View ArticleCommunity conversation on opiate, heroin use and abuse, March 21
Wheeler Clinic and Bristol Hospital will sponsor a “Community Conversation on Opiate and Heroin Use and Misuse” on Monday, March 21 in the Bristol Hospital Hughes Auditorium, 41 Brewster Rd., from 6 to...
View ArticleHIV/AIDS forum set for April 27
The Bristol Mayor’s Task Force on HIV/AIDS will hold its annual HIV/AIDS Educational Forum on Wednesday, April 27. Health care and social service professionals throughout Connecticut are invited to...
View ArticleSupport group listings, starting March 11
ONGOING BRISTOL OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS. 10 a.m., Wednesdays at Bristol Recovery Club, 67 West St., Bristol. Saturdays at 11 a.m., Bristol Hospital “E” Floor in the back of the cafeteria, Brewster Road,...
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