2026
Rep Dave DeFronzo Announces 2026 Polish Day Celebration at the State Capitol to Be April 30th
State Rep Dave DeFronzo (D-26) has announced that the 2026 Polish Day Celebration at the State Capitol is planned for Thursday, April 30th in the North Lobby and South Grounds of the State Capitol. The event, Rep DeFronzo’s office says, “will feature music from Polish singing groups and the recognition of honorees who have made […]
CCSU to Host Blood Drive in Support of Maternal Health Awareness
Central Connecticut State University (CCSU) is preparing for its fourth annual campus-wide blood drive, an event university officials say is designed to address critical gaps in maternal healthcare. The drive, organized by the university’s Maternal Health Advocacy Club, will take place on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 from 10:00am to 3:30pm in the Student Center’s Alumni […]
New Britain Public Library Hosting Black History Month Fashion Show by Candyce Scott
The New Britain Public Library is hosting a Black History Month Fashion Show, presented by Candyce Scott, the creative force behind Gorgy by Candy. The event is Saturday, February 7th, 2026 in Periodical Room from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. The Library invites people to “Visit the booths of”: CT Lead ProgramGorgy By CandyLaunch ClothingJackie’s JewelryGateway 2 […]
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Affirms Correction Ombuds’ Findings
By the the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) affirms the findings of the Connecticut Correction Ombuds’ 2025 Conditions of Confinement Report and names the central truth it reveals: mass incarceration itself is the crisis. The documented conditions—black mold, rodent infestations, sewage backups, extreme heat, spoiled food, prolonged lockdowns, […]
Reader: Doomsday Clock is a Call to Action
By Joseph Wasserman On January 27th there will be a resetting of the doomsday clock,by the Bulletin of Atomic Scientists. We are currently at 89 seconds before midnight with the nuclear weapon powers having nuclear missiles pointed at each on hair trigger alert .It is now at the closest it has ever been to the […]
City Audit For 2025 Fiscal Year Finalized on Time
Independent auditors delivered New Britain’s financial statements for the year ending June 30, 2025 to city officials and the state Office of Policy and Management ahead of a December 31st deadline after several years of the reports being filed late. Material weaknesses and noncompliance found in prior years have been corrected, according to the CliftonLarsonAllen […]
City to Honor the Birthday of Rev Dr Martin Luther King, Jr.
Mayor Bobby Sanchez, the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, the Mary McLeod Bethune Club, and the Black Ministers Alliance are cordially inviting the public to join them in honoring the birthday of Reverend Dr Martin Luther King Jr. The citywide event, scheduled for Monday, January 19, 2026, will focus on the theme “Unity through […]
City Issues Snow Parking Ban on January 18, 2026 – Ends Jan 19th at 12:00pm
Editor’s Note (1/19/2026): The city has announced that the parking ban ends January 19, 2026 at 12:00pm, saying, PARKING BAN UPDATEThe parking ban ends at 12pm today, January 19, 2026—be sure to move your vehicle by 6pm if it is parked in a free parking lot Stanley Golf Course, Osgood Park, City parking lot at […]
NBMAA Access for All Community Day for Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Day
The New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA) is inviting the public to honor the legacy of the Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr through a vibrant day of art, music, and community reflection. In partnership with the CT Center for Nonviolence (CTCN), the museum will host its Access for All Community Day, centered around […]
Iris Sanchez sworn in as State Rep for New Britain’s 25th District
State Rep. Iris Sanchez (D-25) has been sworn in as the State Representative from New Britain’s 25th District. The swearing-in ceremony occurred in the House Chamber on Tuesday, January 13th. The 2026 Legislative Session is set to begin on February 4th, 2026. Rep. Sanchez, a multi-term member of the New Britain Common Council from Ward […]
Art Schaller and Hometown Foundation Bring New K-9 Gus to New Britain Police
The New Britain Police Department is expanding its K-9 unit with the addition of K-9 Gus. The Hometown Foundation, Inc says that it, is excited to share that thanks to a generous donation by Art Schaller of Schaller Auto World, the New Britain Police Department will be adding “K-9 Gus” to their K-9-unit team. K-9 […]
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Holding January Community Meeting
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) will host its January Community Meeting on Thursday, January 29, at 6:30pm. The event will be held virtually via Zoom. NBRJC says, We’ll be discussing the upcoming legislative session. Guest speakers will share what their organizations are working on. Registration for the meeting is at linktr.ee/nbrjc.
New Britain Public Library Hosting Author’s Tea Featuring Ald Candyce Scott – “Gorgy Goes to School”
The New Britain Public Library is hosting an “Author’s Tea,” event featuring Ald Candyce Scott (D-3), sharing her book, “Gorgy Goes to School”. The event is to be on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm in the Library’s Children’s Room. “After the reading,” the Library says, “we will enjoy tea and cookies!” The Library adds […]
Veronica T DeLandro Named Interim Town Clerk of New Britain
Community leader and public administration expert Veronica T DeLandro has been appointed as New Britain’s Interim Town and City Clerk. DeLandro thanked Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D), “for this appointment and for the opportunity to serve the residents of New Britain.” DeLandro’s appointment follows the retirement of Mark Bernacki, who stepped down on November 12, 2025, […]
Jimmy Golon to Present “New Britain: Then and Now” at New Britain Public Library
The New Britain Public Library says that, “New Britain resident, Jimmy Golon, will present pictures and slides of New Britain throughout the years.” The event is Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm in the Library Community Room. “Jimmy has been researching New Britain history since 1991,” the Library says, “with a major interest in the […]
Rep DeFronzo Announces Community Forum with New Britain Elected Officials
State Rep Dave DeFronzo (D-26) has announced that he is hosting a community forum with State Sen Rick Lopes (D-6), the City Council Majority Leader, Ald McNamara (D-4), Council Assistant Majority Whip, Ald Luz Ortiz-Luna (D-4) and Board of Education President Diana Reyes (D). The event is being held ahead of the 2026 State legislative […]
NAACP and Diaspora Hosting Day of Service Honoring Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr
The NAACP New Britain #2006 and the Diaspora Multicultural Society are planning a Hosting Day of Service event Honoring Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr and local “Stewards of the Dream.” Event organizers say that the event is, “A community-centered gathering rooted in Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr’s belief that justice is love made […]
Task Force Hearing on Traffic Cameras To Be Held Thursday, Jan. 15th
by John McNamara The City of New Britain will take the next step in selecting locations for speed enforcement traffic cameras at a January 15th public hearing of the Vision Zero Task Force. A Vision Zero public hearing is set for Thursday, Jan. 15th, at 6:30 p.m. at the New Britain Police Department Community Room, […]
Community Budget Forum Planned on New Britain School District Budget Proposal
The Consolidated School District of New Britain is inviting the public to a Community Budget Forum on the school system’s budget for the upcoming 2026-2027 budget year. “Join Superintendent Dr. Tony Gasper for a presentation and community conversation about how the proposed budget supports student needs and district priorities,” the school district says, The Community […]