Your Town, Your Life: Bristol
By: Alexandra Cowleyacowley@abc6.comIn this weeks Your Town, Your Life we take you to Bristol, Rhode Island. On the heels of their biggest celebration of the year, the 4th of July. But, there's a l...
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Hundreds of flags line the way to the start of Bristol parade route
Right beyond the Welcome to Bristol sign, at the Warren border, starts a line of hundreds of flags stretching about 2 miles to the start of the town's 4th of July parade route.
Zero tolerance for alcohol-impaired drivers this Fourth of July says state police
by Shannon O'Haranews@abc6.comRI State Police are calling 4thof July weekend one of the deadliest holidays of the year due to alcohol-impaired drivers.To ensure safety, they are warning residents o...
Bristol parade organizers keep close eye on forecast
By Samantha Lavien With Tropical Storm Arthur making its way into the region, organizers of the Bristol 4th of July parade are keeping a very close eye on the forecast. The incoming weather was a h...
Police will monitor 4th of July parade through app
By Dana Griffin dgriffin@abc6.com @danaRgriffin BRISTOL, RI- For the first time ever, police will use a mobile app to help monitor the longest running 4th of July celebration in America. Thousands ...
65th orange crate derby in Bristol
By Dana Griffin dgriffin@abc6.com @danaRgriffin BRISTOL, RI- Pint–sized drivers took over Bayview Avenue for some street racing. No cars were involved, just good ole fashioned crate racing. The com...
Bristol Awards 90-year-old for Service
By Dana Griffin dgriffin@abc6news.com BRISTOL, RI- Bristol's famous Fourth of July celebration is about patriotism and hometown pride. But, it's also about honoring those who serve the community. Each
-Bristol Kicks Off Independence Celebrations
By: Robert Bumsted rBumsted@ABC6.com @rBumstedABC6 We're now just three weeks from the famous Bristol Fourth of July celebration. On Friday, the town kicked off the season with a celebration of Flag
Bristol Kicks Off Independence Celebrations
By: Robert Bumsted rBumsted@ABC6.com @rBumstedABC6 We're now just three weeks from the famous Bristol Fourth of July celebration. On Friday, the town kicked off the season with a celebration of Flag
Miss USA Comes Home to Rhode Island for Fourth of July Celebration
By Mark Curtismcurtis@abc6.com Just a month after being named Miss USA, Olivia Culpo of Cranston came home to Rhode Island. One of the reasons is to ride in the Bristol Fourth of July Parade.
24th annual drum and bugle competition held in Bristol
Although a lot changes year to year, there's one thing that hasn't changed, since the competition kicked off 24-years ago, the man who introduces all of the acts.
What's new at the Bristol fourth of July Celebration
It may be the 227th edition of the bristol 4th July celebration, but there's plenty that will be new.Ray Lavey, parade vice chairman has worked hard to make this year's version of the celebration, as
What's new at the Bristol fourth of July Celebration
It may be the 227th edition of the bristol 4th July celebration, but there's plenty that will be new.Ray Lavey, parade vice chairman has worked hard to make this year's version of the celebration, as
R.I. taking orders for Fourth of July license plates
The Bristol Fourth of July parade is just days away, and now Rhode Islanders will have a chance to sport up their cars with a patriotic license plate.
Rhode Island's Alex and Ani is a Worldwide Sensation; Sponsors 4th of July Parade Coverage
By Mark Curtismcurtis@abc6.com The Rhode Island economy may be struggling, but there is a glaring exception. The "Alex and Ani" jewelry line - founded here - has exploded into a worldwide phe
Bristol Names 2012 Chief Marshal
4th of July business was taken care of this evening in Bristol, with the annual tradition of naming the Chief Marshal for this year's 4th of July celebration. This year's Chief Marshal will be To
New Bristol Fourth of July License Plates Available
Independence Day is over five months away but the Bristol Fourth of July Committee is at work sponsoring a new specialty plate for Rhode Islanders. The patriotic plates will show part of the American
The 4th a Chance to Give Thanks to Those Who Serve
ABC6 Reporter Shannon O'Brien introduces us to some of the brave people that serve our country.
Wrap Up of Bristol Celebration
The Bristol 4th of July Celebration is certainly something that you don't want to miss, but if you did for some reason ABC6 News has you covered! ABC6 Reporter Parker Gavigan has a wrap up of the day's event...
Bristol Counting Down to the Big Day
No, you did not miss the parade this year. Since the 4th of July is on a Sunday, the Bristol 4th of July Celebration is being held on the 5th. ABC6 News has an exclusive preview of the historic event...
The Bristol Drum and Bugle Corps Competition
The 225th Bristol 4th of July Celebration will offer plenty to do and see. High on that list is the Bristol Drum and Bugle Corps Competition. ABC6 Reporter Erica Ricci has more...
Putting Together a 4th Float
Preparation is key with anything, and the Bristol 4th of July Celebration Parade is no exception. ABC6 Reporter John Guice has a look at the process of constructing a float for the festivities.
225th 4th of July Celebration's Fourth of July Parade
Bristol's 225th Fourth of July Celebration is shaping up to be one of the best ever and we expect that it will be a "Star Spangled Experience" for everyone. Since 1785 the Town of Bristol, RI has hosted the oldest,…
Past participants and newcomers prep their floats for the big parade
By Alana Cerrone acerrone@abc6.com @Alana_Cerrone Float designers are just days away from their big reveal at the Bristol 4th of July Parade. ABC6 News got a sneak preview of two of this year’s...
