Bristol, Connecticut

link to this page from your site or blog!:

Bristol News
Local news for Bristol, CT continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.

Farmington: Tunxis Students Are Legislative Interns
On Campus Submitted by Melissa Lamar, Tunxis Community College, on 2010-03-02. Three students of Tunxis Community College in Farmington have been selected to serve as interns at the Connecticut General Assembly during spring semester 2010.
Old crank keeps church clock running just fine, thank you
PLAINVILLE, Conn. - Steve Swets attaches the metal and wood crank to the mechanism of the old Seth Thomas clock and turns it for a couple of minutes.
Picture Released Of Missing Bristol Teen
Police have released a picture of a 15-year-old girl who has been missing since Dec 18.
Killer Queen tribute show comes to Warner Theatre
Don't expect JJ Midnight to sport a wife beater, false teeth, tight pants and a stache as he performs Freddie Mercury tunes in Torrington this weekend.
Leaky Roof Closes Post Office, Stores
The United States Postal Service will deliver mail in rain or snow, just not from the Forestville Post Office.
Bristol: St Patrick's Day Concert
St Patrick's Day Concert Submitted by Jayne Marra, President, on 2010-02-27. Luck of the Irish, a St.
Panoramic tale comes with adventure and some social commentary
She's beautiful, she's intelligent, she's one with nature -- and she's perfectly capable of cutting your throat if you take sides against her people.
Bristol: Bristol Eastern Goes Back To 1959
Submitted by Lisa Carroll, Bristol Eastern High School, on 2010-02-25. As Bristol Eastern celebrates its 50th anniversary, the Bristol Eastern Troupe of Actors takes a step back into 1959 to present the musical, "Grease." In this classic love story, Danny Zuko, a "greaser" with a tough reputation falls in love with Sandy Dumbrowski, the "new ...
Bristol Police Seek 7-Eleven Robber
Police have released pictures of a man who robbed a 7-Eleven store on Riverside Avenue this month and are hoping someone will help identify him.
Inmate faces sentencing for jail killing
An inmate whose relative was one of five people killed in a 2006 car crash faces sentencing for beating to death another prisoner who caused the wreck.
Bristol: The Face Of Social Work
People Submitted by Ann-Marie Katzer, National Association of Social Work CT Chapter, on 2010-02-23. While social workers are integral parts of all communities, the general public's understanding of who they are, the contributions they make and services they provide is still limited.
Chili's In Bristol Will Host 'Tip A Firefighter' Fundraiser
Members of the local firefighters' union will serve customers at the local Chili's restaurant on Thursday to raise funds for the Boys & Girls Club and Family Center.
ESPN suspends Tony Kornheiser over Hannah Storm comments
BRISTOL, Conn. - ESPN has suspended host Tony Kornheiser from his television talk show "Pardon the Interruption" for comments he made on the radio last week about "SportsCenter" anchor Hannah Storm's clothing.
Hartford Moms, We Salute You -- Out Loud: Behind the Curtain | Frank Rizzo
Hartford Stage had a different idea for its marketing campaign fior the world premiere of "Motherhood Out Loud," which begins performances Wednesday.
Truck leaves loads of loaves laying on the road
Motorists looked on in wonder as a truck heading west on Route 20 began spilling its load of bread on the highway causing traffic problems for more than two hours.
Bristol Home Show Kicks Off On Friday
The 25th annual Bristol Home & Business Expo is scheduled for this weekend at Bristol Eastern High School.
Bristol: Bristol Law Firm To Host Free Legal Clinics And Food Drive
People Submitted by Regina von Gootkin, Brown, Paindiris & Scott, on 2010-02-17. The law firm of Brown, Paindiris & Scott, LLP will be hosting a series of free walk-in legal clinics every Saturday in the month of March.
Bristol: Nominations For Stedman Award
Nominations For Stedman Award Submitted by Mark McLaughlin, Central Connecticut State University, on 2010-02-17. Central Connecticut State University and the Connecticut Council for Social Studies are accepting nominations for the second John H. Stedman Passion for the Social Studies Teaching Award.
Bristol Officials Say Speeding School Construction Plan Could Save Millions
Two building committees recently received updated cost projections for architects and engineers and have concluded that the city stands to save substantially if it builds the schools now, during a deep recession in the construction industry, instead of waiting.

City Description

Bristol is a city located in Hartford County, Connecticut, 20 miles (32 km) southwest of Hartford. According to 2006 Census Bureau estimates, the population of the city is 61,353. Bristol is primarily known as the home of ESPN, whose central studios are in the city. Bristol was also known as a clock-making city in the 1800s, and is home to the American Clock and Watch Museum. Bristol's nicknames include the Bell City, because of a history manufacturing innovative spring-driven doorbells, and the Mum City because it was once a leader in chrysanthemum production and still holds an annual "Mum Festival". According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 69.5 km² (26.8 sq mi). The city contains several distinct sections: Forestville is approximately the southeastern quarter of Bristol and was Native American hunting grounds until the 1800s. The majority of Bristol is now residential, though in recent years there has been a push for commercial development in the city. As of the census of 2000, there are 60,062 people, 24,886 households, and 16,175 families residing in the city. The population density is 874.8/km² (2,265.8/sq mi). There are 26,125 housing units