Southington Mulls Land Deal For Park Buffer

Southington's zoning board has given its blessing to a plan to purchase land near a town park.

Southington Moves Bridge Project Bid Meeting

It was moved a nearby school due to expected weather issues.

As Sun Shines, Southington Seeks Snow Contractors

The town is soliciting bids for snow removal jobs on town roads/parking lots, as well as school walkways.

Bristol Residents Come Out To Vote

Community sets out to vote for their favored candidates during Tuesday's Connecticut August Primary elections.

Southington Pads Its Surplus

The Southington Board of Finance recently said the town took in $1.9M more in taxes than budgeted, helping fuel a $4.3M surplus in 2021-22.

Blumenthal Deliver Investment Of Federal Grant Money

Senator says “feds hitting the bullseye.”

Southington Hires Landscaper For Old Superfund Site

The town council voted 8-0 to hire a local company to handle landscaping duties at the old Southington Landfill location.

Southington Council's Trash Talk Not Smooth

Amid testy partisan debate, the Southington Town Council has voted to hire two companies to do trash and recycling at town facilities.

Southington OKs Large Hotel Project

Planning and zoning commission has said 'yes' to 54-room, three-story project in Plantsville section of town.

Southington FD Fee Changes Approved

Town council last week said 'yes' to various revisions to what is charged for inspections and how those fees are levied.

Bristol Board Of Finance Is Exploring Ways To Get Ahead

“Hope for the best and plan for the worst, which is what I think we need to do.”

Southington Charter Changes On Library Cause Political Divide

Republican-led Southington Town Council voted 6-3 on party lines to send charter revision on library's organizational structure to voters.

Southington Council Says 'No' To Pot At Town Properties

Council also added sidewalks and streets to the town's no-smoking ordinance, causing some concerns among the public and council members.

Southington Sewer Deal Doesn't Smell, Manager Says

Council hires firm to renovate three sewage pump stations for $3.3M, a figure not as high as feared.

Southington Town Manager To Decide Banner Use

Town council voted unanimously to create a banner policy allowing banners promoting town events or honoring town employees.

Plainville Votes To Not Move Forward With Support For School Renovations

Citing inflated costs, a majority of the Town Council voted not to move forward with grant application.

Southington Library Impacted By Charter Plan

Public hearing on proposed Southington charter changes relative to the library's organizational structure is Monday.

Southington Looks To Ban Smoking At Town Sites

Town council hearing Monday June 27 to address proposed rules banning smoking and vaping there.

Bristol Votes To Approve Several New Projects

Projects to include parking lots, firehouse and new Middle School.

Republicans Hosting "Rally For An Affordable Connecticut"

GOP Rally for an "Affordable Connecticut" to be held on June 25.

Bristol, Plymouth Republicans Unanimously Vote To Endorse Joe Hoxha

Hoxha gets unanimous vote to run for the 78th District State Representative seat.

Plainville Educator Announces Run For 22nd House District

Francis Rexford Cooley announces campaign, while Rep. Bill Petit will not seek second term.

Bristol Passes Budget With No Increase In Mill Rate

Mayor anticipates a “nice rebound” for the city and good news for taxpayers.

Southington Approves Town, School Budgets

New budget to sees increases following party-line vote.

Bristol Decides To Keep An Eye On Citizen Concerns With ATVs, Dirt Bikes

City Council members will keep tabs on how the Bristol PD handles issues moving forward.

CT Pouring $22,000-Plus To Southington Though 'Nip' Bottle Surcharge

A new law means new money is heading to Southington for environmental programs.

Veach Announces 30th District State House Re-Election Bid

State Rep. Donna Veach (R) Monday announced she will be seeking re-election.

Charter Revision Needs Involvement Of All Citizens

Mayor, Bristol Charter allowing residents the opportunity to engage.

Op Ed: Sampson Says Elections Confidence Should Not Be Partisan Issue

An opinion piece by State Sen. Rob Sampson.

Hartford County Government: GALAXE'S O2H PROGRAM TO HIRE 60 ‘GIRLS FOR TECHNOLOGY' GRADUATES

HARTFORD ANNOUNCES GALAXE'S O2H PROGRAM TO HIRE 60 ‘GIRLS FOR TECHNOLOGY' GRADUATES

Plainville Brings Back Previous Employee As Town Planner

Devoe previously served as the town’s director of planning and economic development.

Plainville Seeking To Develop State-Required Affordable Housing Plan

Town is asking residents to participate in survey.

Hartford County Government: ‘LOVE YOUR BLOCK' GRANT PROGRAM EXPANDS, SEEKS COMMUNITY IDEAS

HARTFORD'S ‘LOVE YOUR BLOCK' GRANT PROGRAM EXPANDS, SEEKS COMMUNITY IDEAS FOR NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

Board Postpones Re-Zoning Vote For Route 229 Apartments: Report

Southington is delaying a decision on whether to move forward with a controversial apartment complex, the Hartford Courant reported.

Bristol's Grand List Grows By 4.03%, ESPN Remains Top Taxpayer

City Assessor says city has almost regained everything it lost since the Great Recession.

Hartford County Government: MAYOR JOINS VP, TREASURY SECRETARY TO PROMOTE ‘CTC/EITC DAY OF ACTION

MAYOR BRONIN JOINS VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS, TREASURY SECRETARY YELLEN TO PROMOTE ‘CHILD TAX CREDIT/EITC DAY OF ACTION'

Southington Students Excel In Senator's MLK Essay Contest

U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy staged his sixth-annual MLK Day essay contest for Connecticut Students.

Southington Grand List Shows Increase

Southington's Grand List of taxable property showed an increase for October 2021.

Bids Go Out For Southington Library Project

Bids for the Southington Library project will be taken until next month.

Hartford County Government: HARTFORD RESIDENTS TO ORDER AT-HOME TESTING KITS FROM COVIDTESTS.GOV

MAYOR BRONIN, CITY LEADERS ENCOURAGE HARTFORD RESIDENTS TO ORDER AT-HOME TESTING KITS FROM COVIDTESTS.GOV