Local News for Bolton, Connecticut

Candidate to meet voters

BOLTON – Salvatore V. Sena Jr., an independent candidate for state representative in the 55th House District, will hold a meet and greet from 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at the gazebo on the Bolton town green. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

The Chronicle: Regional economic study focus …

Regional economic study focus of forum #Mansfield #Coventry #Tolland #Bolton Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Bolton Fire Department marks 9/11 attacks

BOLTON – Although the Bolton Volunteer Fire Department couldn’t hold its traditional live ceremony commemorating the anniversary of 9/11, it hosted a virtual ceremony to mark 19 years since the attacks. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

9/11 ceremony goes virtual today

BOLTON – The Bolton Volunteer Fire Department is hosting a virtual ceremony this afternoon to commemorate the 19th anniversary of 9/11. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

COVID-19 Testing Events

The Eastern Highlands Health District and Town of Mansfield are hosting two pop-up COVID-19 test events.  Click here for additional information.  Read the article on ehhd.org READ MORE.

Staff training, accessibility top priorities for Bolton town administrator

BOLTON – Fresh off a two-year contract extension, Town Administrator Joshua Kelly recently laid out his goals for the coming fiscal year while recapping some of the town’s successes and advancements over his first year at the post. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Bolton selectmen extend town administrator’s contract

BOLTON – The Board of Selectmen earlier this month approved a two-year contract extension for Town Administrator Joshua Kelly after what the group deemed a successful first year at the post. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Bolton to start school year with hybrid model

BOLTON – Students will return to school in less than two weeks using a hybrid model that combines distance learning with traditional, in-person instruction, according to district officials. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Employment Opportunity

Public Health Project Specialist  The Eastern Highlands Health District (EHHD), a local public health district serving ten towns, has an immediate opening for a durational, grant funded part-time Public Health Project Specialist.  Primary responsibilities include supporting contact tracing, vaccination planning and operations, and other COVID-19 response activities as needed.   Bachelor’s degree in Public Health READ MORE.

State police search for van in Bolton, Hebron incidents

Police are investigating two suspicious incidents involving the same van that occurred Friday in Bolton and Hebron, according to the Bolton Resident Trooper Facebook page. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

BHS Athletics: Registration for Bolton Center …

Registration for Bolton Center School – Fall 2020 is open until August 14, 11:59PM via @myFamilyID Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Bentley Memorial Library reopens with new rules

BOLTON – The Bentley Memorial Library reopened this week following months of the building’s closure, and staff have set up a series of guidelines to ensure visitors can socially distance and reduce their risk of contracting the coronavirus. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Bolton outlines preliminary school reopening plan

BOLTON – Superintendent of Schools Kristin Heckt on Wednesday presented the Board of Education with a school reopening plan for the fall that accounts for several potential restrictions and measures forced by COVID-19. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Bolton’s 300th anniversary celebrations pushed to 2021

BOLTON – With COVID-19-related restrictions still limiting the size of crowds and gatherings in the state, town officials decided last week to postpone 300th anniversary events until next year. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Charter review body could endorse coin-toss for tied elections, among other reforms

BOLTON – The Charter Review Commission has been pouring over the town’s charter since the beginning of the year – reviewing and suggesting amendments to the document in the process – and there are still several meetings scheduled through the… Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Bolton selectmen vote to keep Indian Notch Park closed

BOLTON – Citing COVID-19-related health concerns as well as financial questions based on restrictions, the Board of Selectmen on Tuesday unanimously voted to close Indian Notch Park for the remainder of the summer. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Bolton selectmen to discuss possible reopening of Indian Notch Park

BOLTON – The Board of Selectmen tonight will again discuss the possibility of opening Indian Notch Park for the summer, something the group opted to delay during their last meeting due to concerns over the spread of COVID-19. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Bolton residents needed for grant committee

BOLTON – After recently receiving a $100,000 grant from the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, officials are looking for town residents to join an advisory committee to help decide how to best allocate the funds. Read the rest of the article on journalinquirer.com READ MORE.

Fee Schedule effective July 1, 2020

Fee Schedule effective July 1, 2020 Read the article on ehhd.org READ MORE.

Judge: Bolton can publish book despite efforts to block it

A federal judge has ruled that former national security adviser John Bolton can move forward in publishing his tell-all book. Read the rest of the article on connecticut.news12.com READ MORE.