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Election Day also-rans: Elmo, Kanye, Fauci and Hilary
Most people ignore that write-in option at the bottom of every race on the ballot, dutifully choosing from the pre-printed options. Some think it’s an invitation to test their comedy chops for … more
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Staff member, students quarantined after KMS Covid-19 positive
Bristol Warren Regional School District officials closed Kickemuit Middle School to in-person learning Friday, after learning Thursday afternoon of a new Covid-19 infection at the … more
The favored bicycle route would connect from the terminus of the East Bay Bike Path (left and north), to Thames Street, then High Street, then Ferry Road, Roger Williams University and the Mt. Hope Bridge (right and south).
Consultants say ‘West’ route is the best route for Bristol biking
The people have spoken, and the consultants agree. The best route for bikers to keep pedaling between the terminus of the East Bay Bike Path and the southern end of Bristol is along the Thames Street … more
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Gov. Gina Raimondo, speaking during a Nov. 12 briefing.
Governor warns of 'dire' consequences and lockdown if Covid trends continue
Rhode Island could be heading toward another lockdown if people continue to disregard the rules and regulations, Gov. Gina Raimondo warned during her COVID-19 briefing Thursday afternoon. Just … more
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Amber McCollum (left) and Kaitlan Mitchell share a laugh, and some warmth, under a new patio heater outdoors at Judge Roy Bean Saloon on Tuesday. 
With heat lamps, lights and tents, restaurants press on
The Town of Bristol has received $100,000 for heat lamps, tents and other outdoor equipment and is working to get the materials to businesses as quickly as possible. The town first received a $75,000 … more
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State data reveals massive outbreak in Bristol nursing home
Confirmed COVID-19 cases have surged in three Rhode Island nursing homes in the past two weeks, according to data released on Wednesday afternoon by the R.I. Department of Health. When the health … more
The Burke family, (from left to right) Curtis, Jerry, Cory, Sue and Cassie, pose in front of softball players, family and friends during a softball tournament held to raise money to help Cory beat cancer for the second time, at Colt State Park on Saturday.
Community rallies for a young man fighting cancer
Last weekend, under sunny skies and balmy temperatures, a total of 23 teams (16 men’s, six women’s, and one old-timers) turned out for a softball tournament in honor of Cory Burke, a … more
Bristol woman arrested for domestic child snatching
A 64-year-old Bristol woman was arrested last week after allegedly buying a ticket and sending her 14-year-old granddaughter on a plane to Florida. She was charged with felony domestic child … more
The entire Mt. Hope High School girls’ cross country team has been ordered to quarantine after close contacts with the girls who attended a Bristol party.
Governor says 21 COVID-19 cases now linked to Bristol party
The number of positive COVID-19 cases connected to a high school party hosted in Bristol on Oct. 24 has grown to 21, Gov. Gina Raimondo announced during her briefing Thursday afternoon. As many as … more
Seven new restrictions to go into effect on Sunday
Seven new restrictions will go into effect this Sunday, Gov. Gina Raimondo announced during her COVID-19 briefing Thursday afternoon. Starting Nov. 8, the following regulations will be in effect … more
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Election officials Rowanne Curran (left) and Bethany Marshall sign in Bristol resident Paul Vollaro at the Quinta-Gamelin Community Center on Tuesday. 
Bristol prefers ‘Plantations’ and says no to ‘Mayor’
While there were a small number of mail ballots from polling location drop boxes left to be counted at press time on Wednesday, they were unlikely to change these outcome of the seven questions … more
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The five elected members of the Bristol Town Council — all incumbents.
Bristol returns same council slate — with a 'moderate' message?
In the end, nothing changed. The five current members of the Bristol Town Council retain their seats, and the three challengers remain on the outside looking in. Nathan Calouro, Antonio … more
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Firefighters used the ladder truck to get at the flames that were spreading into the upper levels of the house on Colonial Road.
Crews knock down flames, but fire displaces Bristol family
A Bristol family lost use of their home but no one was injured when a fire consumed a garage at 3 Colonial Road and spread into the attic of the house on Sunday morning. The fire was first … more
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Sarah Bullard was the top vote-getter in the Bristol race for school committee.
School Committee gets two newcomers from Bristol
This election cycle saw three of Bristol’s six seats on the Bristol Warren Regional School Committee up for grabs, with eight candidates in the hunt. When the dust settled in the early morning … more
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Libertarian Billy Hunt, left, and Democrat June Speakman, right, campaigned next to each other Tuesday at the Quinta Gamelin polling station in Bristol.
Speakman beats Libertarian Hunt, retains District 68 seat
Democrat June Speakman of Warren is headed back to the General Assembly, after the District 68 Representative won her re-election campaign Tuesday by defeating Libertarian William "Billy" Hunt 3,943 … more
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Voters favor incumbents for Bristol Town Council seats
In an Election Day unlike any other, when the results did not come into focus until 1:10 a.m. on Wednesday, it appears the five incumbents will continue to serve on the Bristol Town Council. After … more
Governor enacts measures to tamp down social gatherings
Gov. Gina Raimondo announced new measures to curb spread of the coronavirus, which is on the rise throughout Rhode Island. In a Friday afternoon press conference, the governor had one clear target … more
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Officers catch up to confused driver near Mt. Hope Bridge
Bristol Police arrested a young man after he allegedly got into an accident near the entrance to Mount Hope Farm and left the scene, before officers caught up to him near the base of the Mt. Hope … more
Bristol’s seven ballot questions, explained
By now, most people have a pretty good idea who they want to see in the White House come Jan. 21, 2021. But further down the ballot, the more complex things become. Here’s a little clarity on … more
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Candidates describe what they love — and would love to change — about Bristol
For their final test prior to Election Day, the eight candidates for Bristol Town Council were asked two seemingly easy questions: What is one thing you love about Bristol? What is one thing you … more
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Father Henry Zinno and Denise Asciola add cheese to meatball sandwiches for their drive-up fundraiser last Thursday evening. The church’s take-out meal service has been so successful they’ve recouped all the revenue lost during the summer — and exceeded all expectations.
Church's take-out food service is booming
Parish feasts were just one of the countless things ruined by Coronavirus this year. While the virus (and its attendant restrictions on gatherings) didn’t change the solemnity and import of the … more
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After accident, off-duty Bristol officer follows DUI suspect into Warren
An off-duty Bristol police officer happened to be in the right place at the right time, when he witnessed a hit-and-run accident, followed the driver from Bristol into Warren, and led on-duty … more
The view of the scene on Burnside Street on Monday night, after a small fire started in an electrical outlet during a boatbuilding class.
Museum complex escapes fire with minimal damage
For well over 100 years, the 19th-century structures of the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company (now the Herreshoff Marine Museum ) have dominated Burnside Street in Bristol. Happily, that’s still … more
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A Bristol Town Council meeting from earlier this year, one of the first in town to be held on Zoom.
Many are discovering Zoom’s silver lining
Remember the first time … how awkward it was? The cues that guide the rhythm of normal conversation were missing, the lighting and camera angles were unflattering, and that first view of … more
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The Church Street home of current Bristol Democratic Town Committee Chairman Erich Haslehurst displays signs for the majority of endorsed Democrats in the region. Current Bristol Town Council Chairman (and endorsed candidate) Nathan Calouro’s sign does not appear here, nor on numerous other lawns throughout town where the signs of his Democratic running mates (the aforementioned “progressives”) appear. In the case of this home, there’s a reason. Mr. Calouro said he was asked if he wanted to place his sign here, but he declined the offer. Mr. Calouro said he typically displays only his own sign at his home, so he has not traditionally asked other candidates to display his sign on theirs, as he does not believe that would be fair.
Deciphering the signs within the signs in Bristol
It’s the season of signs, which have proliferated on lawns, bushes and buildings across Bristol. Those feeling strongly enough about their choices (and living on major roadways) display the … more
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