Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Lawmaker Proposes Mandatory Neck Guards After Hockey Death
Connecticut state lawmaker says she plans to introduce legislation requiring all hockey players to wear a neck guard.

The Bristol Press has been an integral part of Central Connecticut since 1871. Our mission is to have a positive impact in the communities we serve through quality local journalism and involvement with all segments of the public. We encourage communication with our readers and advertisers to continually meet those objectives. Call 860-225-4608 or email feedback@BristolPress.com to participate.
Connecticut state lawmaker says she plans to introduce legislation requiring all hockey players to wear a neck guard.

Foundation slated to give away record $825K.
Police are investigating suspected drug overdoses of three students at city school.
Council also looks to strengthen minority party representation.
Motorist identified in crash of police cruiser late Tuesday on Interstate 84.
Community forum organized to discuss threats, schools and the uptick in youth crime.
Temps to go back up with another cold blast returning this weekend.
A Southington man, admitting to violating his probation, has yet to face sentencing.
Temperatures are forecasted to dip into the single digits.
Auditions take place this weekend at high school.
Community comes together to recognize the need for strong air and water quality.
Nearly 4,000 coronavirus test kits get passed out to Bristol residents on Saturday.
Equality coalition kicks off community survey at E.C. Goodwin Technical High School.
Officials stand by mandate to have employees receive booster shots to protect against coronavirus.
Museum awarded over $170K to help recover from lost revenue from pandemic.
After over 60 years in downtown New Britain, community staple is saying goodbye.
Ice storm causes chaos on local roads Wednesday morning.
Central Connecticut State University has changed to remote operations Monday.
Battling serious illness can take a toll physically, mentally and spiritually on all.
Suspect says no to intentionally running down man on I-84 with car.