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bristoledition.org | David Fortier
The 15-year-old juvenile who was previously reported missing has been located, the Bristol Police said in a statement Friday night. Kenneth Rivera was located Friday, May 9, around 8 p.m.In the report, The Bristol Police thanked the community for their assistance and concern in lolcating Rivera. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Bristol Police Department at (860) 584-3011.
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bristoledition.org | David Fortier
An aerial view of St. Ann Church on West Street. Left, the Bristol Boys and Girls Club. | Lee CormierPosted By: David FortierMay 10, 2025 Before you go!Support local news in Bristol, CTThe Bristol Edition is an independent, nonprofit online newspaper dedicated to keeping Bristol informed and engaged. Your donation helps us deliver meaningful stories, highlight local voices, and foster a stronger community. Believe in the power of local news? Support us today!Like this:Like Loading...
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by Emilia Otte, CT Mirror | May 2, 2025 orig. pub. | This story has been updated. For decades, minority-owned businesses in Connecticut have struggled to win contracts to do work for the state — despite a nearly 50-year-old program requiring that a certain percentage of state contracting funds be awarded to businesses owned by people of color, women, veterans or people with disabilities.
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By Drew Harriott | May is shaping up to be massive for Pokémon GO Trainers in Bristol, with two major events that will test your skills, boost your rewards, and expand your Pokédex with long-awaited Legendaries. First up: the Dynamax Suicune Max Battle Weekend—and following closely behind is the debut of Urshifu during the Final Strike GO Battle Week.
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bristoledition.org | David Fortier
by Sheila Draper Orefice | I was born on Jan. 7, 1933, and have happy memories of my birthdays growing up. Money was scarce but Mom always made my day very special; a layer cake with seven-minute frosting and silver sprinkles was made. She decorated it with a birthday candle set bought at Woolworths. A cousin was sometimes invited. I was the youngest of five and my siblings made my birthdays special. I never got expensive gifts, but there were always a few packages wrapped in pretty paper.
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bristoledition.org | David Fortier
The Bristol Fire Department responded to 52 incidents according to the May 5, 2025, report, including the following: 5 each of the following: Motor vehicle accident with no injuries.; Lock-out 3 each of the following: medical assist, assist EMS crew; Motor vehicle accident with injuries; Power line down; Dispatched & canceled en route 2 each of the following: Passenger vehicle fire; Natural vegetation fire, other; Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire; Gasoline or other flammable liquid...
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bristoledition.org | David Fortier
by Ginny Monk, CT Mirror | May 5, 2025 orig. pub. | For years, lawmakers have been working out the details on a plan to change the way Connecticut towns assess the value of motor vehicles for tax purposes. A 2022 law requires that Connecticut towns use the manufacturer’s suggested retail price, or MSRP, rather than the National Automobile Dealers Association valuation system to figure out how much vehicles are worth.
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bristoledition.org | David Fortier
by Mike Chaiken | Bristol has its first Black female school superintendent. Iris White, who had been serving the district as the interim superintendent, was officially hired for the post. In the process, she has opened a new chapter in the city’s history. But the appointment was not a unanimous one as the school board split its vote at its regular meeting on Wednesday, May 7.
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bristoledition.org | David Fortier
by Laura Tillman, CT Mirror |May 4, 2025 orig. pub. | Editor’s note: We are now offering an audio version of our Sunday features. To access, click on the player above. In early March, sitting in his sister’s West Haven apartment, Sayed Rahim Rahim opened the small leather backpack where he carries his family’s documents for safekeeping. He pulled out certificates printed with Afghan and American flags that he received during the 12 years he worked as an automotive mechanic for the U.S. armed forces.
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bristoledition.org | David Fortier
Meetings on the city calendar for today, Thursday, May 8, include the following:Bristol-Burlington Board of Health, 3 p.m. Board of Health, 240 Stafford Ave. Retirement Board, 5 p.m. Council chambers, City Hall. A meeting calendar along with links to specific meetings, agendas and packets is available by clicking here: City of Bristol Meetings. The Bristol Edition is an independent, nonprofit online newspaper dedicated to keeping Bristol informed and engaged.
