Local News for Bolton, Connecticut

Algae blooms in Lower Bolton Lake

BOLTON — Lower Bolton Lake has a “significant” algae bloom, town officials said today. People are advised to avoid contact with the water. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE

Public Health Nurse Position Announcement Eastern Highlands Health District Public Health Nurse The Eastern Highlands Health District (EHHD), a local public health district serving ten towns in Eastern Connecticut, has an immediate opening for a full time Public Health Nurse.  Primary responsibilities include supporting the local health department response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and control READ MORE.

Bolton banquet hall rebounds from COVID closures

BOLTON – Like traditional restaurants, banquet halls have been hit hard financially by the COVID-19 pandemic and places such as A Villa Louisa have found ways to survive until finally opening up again for large events. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Bolton prohibits pot use on town property

BOLTON – With the cannabis products becoming legal in the state this summer, the Board of Selectmen on Tuesday took measures to prohibit it on town property. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Suspended Bolton lawyer guilty in third federal fraud case

Suspended lawyer Mark Pagani, who lives in Bolton, has two federal criminal convictions on his record in fraud-related cases, and he racked up a third Monday, pleading guilty to crimes that caused total losses conservatively estimated at almost $1.2 million… Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

FBI New Haven: Bolton Man Pleads Guilty …

Bolton Man Pleads Guilty to Fraud and Tax Offenses: Mark Pagani of Bolton waived his right to be indicted and pleaded guilty in New Haven federal court to fraud and tax evasion offenses. Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Suspended Bolton lawyer guilty in third federal fraud case

A lawyer who lives in Bolton – and whose license to practice law has been suspended for several years – pleaded guilty Monday to his third federal crime involving fraud, this one causing a loss of more than $1 million… Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Bolton schools ready for in-person return

BOLTON – Students in town will start the school year this week with many of the same protocols that were in place last year to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Grants to fund fire equipment for Bolton, Glastonbury

Fire departments in Bolton and Glastonbury are receiving federal grants to purchase new equipment for their stations, U.S. Rep. Joseph D. Courtney, D-2nd District, said. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Replacement bridge for private road in Bolton could cost up to $750K

BOLTON – A permanent replacement for the collapsed bridge on Mark Anthony Lane could cost between $500,000 and $750,000, according to the town engineer. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Bolton officials, residents work on fix to collapsed bridge

BOLTON – Town officials are working with the state and affected residents after a bridge on a private road collapsed this week during Tropical Storm Henri. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Lower Bolton Lake reopens for swimming

BOLTON – Lower Bolton Lake has been cleared for swimming and will reopen at 9 a.m. Saturday, officials announced. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

BHS Athletics: CIAC issues fall sports …

CIAC issues fall sports COVID-19 guidance: Football returns, volleyball must mask up, vaccines recommended – Hartford Courant Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Sawyer endorsed to run for Bolton first selectman

BOLTON – Former state Rep. Pamela Z. Sawyer has been officially endorsed by local Republicans to run for first selectman. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

COVID vaccine clinic at Bolton Library

BOLTON – A free COVID-19 vaccine clinic will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday, Aug. 12, at Bentley Memorial Library, 206 Bolton Center Road. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Bolton seeks grant applications

BOLTON – Bolton’s Greater Together Community Fund Advisory Committee is seeking applications for grants. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Algae bloom closes Lower Bolton Lake for swimming

BOLTON – Lower Bolton Lake is closed to swimming until further notice due to a blue-green algae bloom, town officials said today. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Bolton voters approve budget

BOLTON – The fourth time proved to be the charm as voters today approved a 2021-22 budget by a vote of 408-379, according to information on the town’s website. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Bolton budget vote is Tuesday

BOLTON – Voters will go to the polls to vote on a budget proposal for the fourth time on Tuesday. The vote takes place from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. at St. Maurice Parish Hall, 32 Hebron Road. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Bolton Democrats pick slate for November

BOLTON – With election season beginning to ramp up, the Democratic Town Committee met Thursday to endorse a slate of incumbents and fresh faces to represent their party in municipal office like the boards of Selectmen, Education, Finance, and Planning… Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.