Park Fine Proposal Raises First Amendment Concerns
A proposal submitted in the City Council for $99 fines for permitless events in parks appears that it might apply to public protests.
Mayor’s Salary Would Apparently Go To $108,929 Under Raise Proposal
A proposal would apparently increase the salary of New Britain’s mayor, again, to 24% higher than it was in 2021.
CCSU Environmental Sustainability Symposium to be Hosted at NBMAA
The New Britain Museum of American Art is to host the 15th Annual Global Environmental Sustainability Symposium.
Happening in New Britain Apr 11th to 17th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, April 11, 2022 to Sunday, April 17th include…
Crisis and Hope in Healthcare Discussed at Forum
A nurse and other advocates discussed problems and possibilities in the healthcare system at the New Britain Public Library.
High Water Bills To Be Discussed At Community Meeting on April 14th
Board of Assessment Appeals member Candyce Scott is inviting people with high water bills to a meeting to discuss taking action on the issue.
Happening in New Britain Apr 4th to 10th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, April 4, 2022 to Sunday, April 10th include…
Ramadan Mubarak From The New Britain Progressive
Best wishes and warm greetings from the New Britain Progressive as the holy month of Ramadan begins.
Commission Proposes Council District Plan That Fails To Reflect City’s Diversity
The city Districting Commission approved a plan for City Council districts appearing to fall well short of representing the city’s diversity.
BEE-NB Celebrates Community at Diaspora
Building Economic Equality-New Britain (BEE-NB) celebrated six months of community organizing at the Diaspora Multicultural Society on Friday
Happening in New Britain Mar 28th to Apr 3rd
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, March 28, 2022 to Sunday, April 3rd include…
Charter Commission Begins Discussion on Council Districts
The city Charter Revision Commission began a discussion on March 22nd on possible changes in Council representation.
“Dirty Rotten Scoundrels: the Musical” To Be Performed at NBHS
The New Britain High School Music Department is set to present its student performance of, “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels: the Musical.” “Follow the exploit of con artists Lawrence Jameson and Freddy Benson,” event organizers say about the play, “as they compete for supremacy in the lovely seaside town of Beaumont-sur-Mer.” The play is, “based on the […]
Stewart Apparently Proposes Borrowing To Cover City Spending Again
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart is proposing $49.5 million in taxpayer borrowing to refinance existing city debt…
Happening in New Britain Mar 21st to 27th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, March 21, 2022 to Sunday, March 27th include…
2023 New Britain 4th of July Fireworks, “Great American Boom,” Planned
New Britain’s widely attended July 4th “Great American Boom” fireworks display, celebrating Independence Day, is planned for the 2023 celebration. The 2023 Great American Boom fireworks event has been scheduled for Tuesday, July 4, 2023. The event is to feature food trucks, DJ entertainment and, of course, fireworks. The administration of Mayor Erin Stewart says […]
Connecticut Theatre Company to Present “9 to 5”
New Britain’s Connecticut Theatre Company’s is set to present its production of the musical, “9 to 5” at its home, The Repertory Theatre.
BEE-NB Hosting Community Celebration at Diaspora
Building Economic Equality-New Britain (BEE-NB) is planning a Community Celebration at the Diaspora Multicultural Center.
Modest Changes Could Make Commission’s Council District Plan Reflect City’s Diversity
With only modest changes, the tentatively chosen plan for City Council districts could be changed to represent the city’s diversity.
Happening in New Britain Mar 14th to 20th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, March 14, 2022 to Sunday, March 20th include…