Bristol veterans sell merch to fund monument

Brian Avery

Brian Avery, commander of American Legion Post 209, and his son Logan, holding up the shirt and sweatshirt being sold for the monument fundraiser.

BRISTOL — Mayor Jeff Caggiano and local veterans are encouraging people to purchase commemorative T-shirts, hoodies and hats that will help finish fundraising for the POW/MIA monument.

The Bristol Veterans Council hopes to have the monument installed by Memorial Day. The items are available for purchase at Primo Press, City True Value Hardware or Family Roots Produce Market. They can also be purchased from Primo Press’ website, primopressct.com.