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Bristol unmasks a celebration — the 2020 Parade in Pictures

In the least traditional of years, Bristol held to its time-honored tradition of honoring America's Independence Day in grand style. The Fourth of July Parade was earlier, shorter and quicker than in …
Bristol's Fourth – What You Need to Know
Yes, Bristol is having a parade on July 4. It will be smaller, quicker and earlier than anyone has seen in decades, but there will be … Read More
New photos: With tensions high, citizens raise first-responders flag in Bristol
People began to gather around 9:30 on Friday morning in Independence Park for the raising of a flag in honor of first-responders, an … Read More
Boom, boom, boom — fireworks bring neighbor complaints in Bristol
As has been the case in surrounding towns, fireworks are a frequent complaint from residents in Bristol. Following are excerpts from … Read More

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Obituaries
 Matthew G. Maetozo, a native of Bristol
Matthew G. Maetozo, Ph.D., a native of Bristol, R.I. and a veteran of World War II, died at the age of 93 on June 18, 2020, at the … Read More
John A. Buonanno of Bristol
Family and friends are respectfully invited to a service to honor the life of John A. Buonanno of Bristol, R.I. The service will be … Read More
Michael E. Leahy, 88, Bristol
Michael E. Leahy, 88, of Bristol, died peacefully Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at home in Bristol, with his grandchildren by his side. He … Read More

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Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, July 2, 2020

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Opinion
Letter: Beware the wolf (‘Citizens’) in sheep’s clothing

Peter Hewett’s letter in the June 18 Phoenix (“Of Course black lives matter ….”), and other recent related events, compel a rational, factual response. Mr. Hewett …

Letter: Calling for fairness in our communities, not division

Letter: A ‘tit-for-tat’ response to Black Lives march

Letter: ‘Concerned Citizens’ should come out of the shadows

Letter: The banner of ‘traditional American values’ is riddled with problems

Letter: Candidates need your signatures to get on the ballot

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Legal Notices
Bristol Legal Notices – May 7, 2020 These Legal Notices were published in the Bristol Phoenix on May 7, 2020.
Bristol Legal Notices – April 30, 2020 These Legal Notices were published in the Bristol Phoenix on April 30, 2020.

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