BRISTOL, Conn. (WFSB) - Voters in Bristol will have a chance to hear directly from their mayoral candidates during a debate hosted by WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at the Parkside Café.

The race sets up a rematch of the 2021 contest between incumbent Republican Jeff Caggiano and Democrat Ellen Zoppo‑Sassu.

Caggiano defeated Zoppo‑Sassu in 2021 to win his first term; before that, Zoppo‑Sassu had served as mayor for four years.

This time, both are vying for their third term.

The debate, moderated by Brian Schactman, will begin at 8 a.m. and will be carried live on WTIC.

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