Ancients and Horribles parade keeps July 4th quirky
The 93-year-old parade has traditional patriotic elements, but also a comedic spirit.
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After months of prep, Bristol PD ready for July 4 parade
It takes months for the Bristol Fourth of July Parade to come together but it also takes time for Bristol Police to come up with a solid plan that keeps the anticipated crowd of 65,000 safe during the
Youngest Patriotic Speaker in Bristol
For those who don't know, even more than the parade, the patriotic exercises are at the heart of the celebration. Every year they're led by a designated patriotic speaker.
Ferry stops in Bristol give alternative for parade goers
If you plan on heading down to the historic Bristol 4th of July parade Thursday, there is a new travel alternative to how you can get there.
Miss and Little Miss 4th of July talk about what it means to represent their hometown
A main attraction every year during the countdown to the Bristol 4th of July parade is the Miss and Little Miss 4th of July pageants.
Controversial art exhibit opens in Bristol
The outrage against the exhibit may have backfired, as all the controversy is piquing people's curiosity.
RIDOT Launches Providence to Bristol Ferry Service
The Providence to Newport ferry will stop in Bristol on weekends during the summer, and will make special trips for WaterFire and 4th of July.
Bristol post office to be renamed for local hero
The U.S. Senate has voted to honor a national hero in his hometown of Bristol. The town's post office will soon bear the name of Army 1st Sgt. Andrew McKenna. "Andrew wanted to be in the army sinc...
RWU students honor local, American heroes in this year's Bristol 4th parade float
The school year may be over, but work doesn't stop for some Roger Williams University students. In fact,one of their biggest projects of the year is due next week – it’s their annual Bristol 4th P...
Green Beret visits Bristol to honor friend & fellow soldier 1st Sgt. Andrew McKenna
It's known as “America's Most Patriotic Town” - and 1st Sgt. Andrew McKenna is its hero. Master Sgt. George Vera had served with McKenna for years. Vera was there that August day two years ago when...
Rhode Island Fourth of July fireworks schedule
By: News Staff Email: news@abc6.com Twitter: @ABC6 PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Fourth of July is around the corner, and ABC6 News has you covered with a guide to fireworks shows...
How the Hallamore Clydesdales get ready for their Bristol 4th appearance
In the midst of the music and laughter of the Bristol 4th of July Parade comes the showstopper, the Hallamore Clydesdales. The lineup of 8 majestic horses, weighing in at over 2,000 pounds each, i...
Fourth of July fireworks, events in Rhode Island/Massachusetts area
Fourth of July is around the corner, and ABC6 has you covered with a guide to fireworks shows in the Rhode Island/Massachusetts area for this year’s three daylong celebration. Warwick’s annual fir...
Bristol teen and twin brother compete in annual button contest
By Alana Cerrone acerrone@abc6.com @Alana_Cerrone This year’s official button of the Bristol 4th of July Celebration was designed by a teen who has lived in town all his life. But to win the co...
Bristol 4th Parade to honor 3 of its fallen heroes
By Alana Cerrone acerrone@abc6.com @Alana_Cerrone For Carol McKenna, the 4th of July in Bristol is a bittersweet time. Last year, her son, First Sgt. P. Andrew McKenna was honored in Bristol by...
Bristolians react to former Rep. Gallison's resignation
By: Rebecca Turco Email: rturco@abc6.com BRISTOL, R.I. – Many Bristolians are still sticking by former State Rep. Raymond Gallison, despite a federal probe with a prostitution link. Gallison is ...
Committee votes to keep original Bristol parade route
By Kirsten Glavin kglavin@abc6.com Backlash in Bristol over major changes to the 4th of July parade route leading to a reversal tonight in America's most patriotic town. Residents packed into th...
Backlash growing over Bristol parade route change
Backlash in Bristol continues to grow over the decision to shorten the 4th of July parade route. A change.org petition, aiming to reverse that decision is quickly gaining traction. In the day that...
Annual Bristol Drum Corps competition moving to Cranston
By News Staffnews@abc6.comAfter 26 years at Mount Hope High School, the annual Bristol 4th of July Drum Corps competition is moving to Cranston.Organizers say that taking the event to Cranston stad...
FBI issues high terror alert for July 4th weekend
PROVIDENCE Law enforcement agencies across the country are on high alert, as concern over terror threats for the holiday weekend continues to grow.Even though there is no specific threat, the FBI ...
Bristol to use new emergency alert system during parade
By News Staffnews@abc6.comBristol Police will use a new rapid emergency notification system as an added safety measure during the 4th of July Parade.CodeRED will be used statewide to deliver critic...
RIPTA schedule for July 4th holiday
RIPTA will run a Sunday/Holiday service schedule on Saturday, July 4, in observance of the Fourth of July. The Sunday/Holiday schedule will apply to all regular fixed-route buses and trolleys. RIPT...
List of fireworks displays 4th of July weekend
By News Staffnews@abc6.comLooking to catch a fireworks display in Rhode Island or Southeastern Massachusetts this 4th of July? Check out the list below. If your town is not on the list, contact you...
Bristol's newest Miss, Little Miss Fourth of July crowned
By: Rebecca TurcoEmail: rturco@abc6.comBRISTOL - Two young Bristolians now have the special honor of being "parade queens" in the nation's longest-running Fourth of July celebration.Jessica Tella a...
