Protesters Win On Living Wages
Amid protests against a Republican proposal to eliminate the city’s Living Wage ordinance, a Council committee voted to abandon the repeal.
Hole in the Wall to Perform “Heartless”
Sam Shepard’s play “Heartless” is to be performed by New Britain’s Hole in the Wall Theater in the month of January.
BMA Names Pastor Dana Smith Man of the Year
The New Britain Black Ministerial Alliance has named Pastor Dana Smith of New Life II Ministries as its Man of the Year.
Happening in New Britain Jan 3 to Jan 9th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, January 3, 2022 to Sunday, January 9th include…
Top 10 of 2021: #1 – Community Celebrates Mr. Alton Brooks’ 100th Birthday, Mourns Ruth Brooks
New Britain celebrated the 100th Birthday of Mr. Alton Brooks and later mourned the passing of his beloved wife, Ruth Brooks.
Happy New Year from the New Britain Progressive
Happy New Year from the New Britain Progressive. From our families to yours, best wishes for a healthy and happy 2022!
Top 10 of 2021: #2 – Republicans Propose Eliminating Living Wage Ordinance
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s new 12-3 Republican City Council has proposed repealing an ordinance promoting living wages.
Top 10 of 2021: #3 – Stewart vs. Education?
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart has developed a reputation of antagonism toward both school funding and those who run the city’s schools.
Top 10 of 2021: #4 – National COVID Politics Still Reflected in City Hall
As COVID-19 continued into 2021, New Britain again saw the odd, partisan politics surrounding it manifest in our city.
Top 10 of 2021: #5 – Republicans Block DeLandro, Appoint Republican Loyalist
In January, Republicans blocked Democrat Veronica T. DeLandro from the City Council, choosing Stewart-Republican political loyalist, instead.
Top 10 of 2021: #6 – Landlord Group’s “cage fight between Lamont & Zherka” remark stumps the press, brings apology to Governor
A May scandal occurred that may have been a statewide story, but there’s no mystery about who Sam Zherka is in New Britain.
Top 10 of 2021: #6 – Landlord Group’s “cage fight between Lamont & Zherka” remark stumps the press, brings apology to Governor
A May scandal occurred that may have been a statewide story, but there’s no mystery about who Sam Zherka is in New Britain.
Emancipation Proclamation Day Virtual Service To Be Held
The Black Ministerial Alliance and the NAACP are hosting the 2021 New Britain Emancipation Proclamation Day Service online on New Year’s Day.
Top 10 of 2021: #7 – Stewart Wins Big
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart had arguably her biggest win in 2021, with Democrats’ signs of momentum not manifesting in the balloting.
Top 10 of 2021: #8 – Republicans Propose Repeal of Most Freedom of Information Ordinances
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s new 12-3 Republican City Council proposed repealing most of the city’s Freedom of Information Ordinances.
Happening in New Britain Dec 27th to Jan 2nd
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, December 27, 2021 to Sunday, January 2, 2022 include…
Top 10 of 2021: #9 – CCSU Establishes John Lewis Institute for Social Justice
In February of 2021, CCSU created a new Institute for Social Justice, named in honor of the great Congressman John Lewis.
Merry Christmas from the New Britain Progressive
Merry Christmas from the New Britain Progressive! From our families to your, we wish you the blessings of peace, health and happiness.
Top 10 of 2021: #10 – Reapportionment Changes State House Districts
This November, New Britain’s State Assembly districts were changed by the State Reapportionment Commission, in some ways, very significantly.
Legislators Announce $6 Million for CMHA
Sen. Rick Lopes, Rep. Robert Sanchez, Rep. Manny Sanchez and Rep. Peter Tercyak thanked Gov. Ned Lamont for $6 million for CMHA housing.