Happening in New Britain Aug 10th to Aug 16th
New Britain city meetings and community events during the week of Mon, Aug 10, 2020 to Sun, Aug 16th include the party primaries.
Sanchez Answers Questions On Issues
The New Britain Progressive asked a series of questions of the two candidates in the upcoming primary, and Ald. Manny Sanchez (D-AL) responded
Advisory-Only Police Review Board Proposed
A proposed ordinance would establish an advisory-only “independent” “Police Civilian Review Board” appointed entirely by the mayor.
Sanchez Campaigns on Health Care, Education, Fair Taxation
The Democratic City Council leader, Ald. Manny Sanchez (D-AL), is campaigning for the 24th District seat on health care, education, pay equity
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Endorses Lacourciere
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition has announced online that is has endorsed Richard Lacourciere in the Democratic primary for the 24th District. Lacourciere is running in the August 11, 2020 primary against the endorsed Democratic candidate city Ald. Manny Sanchez (D-AL). The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition emerged from the protests and activism against […]
“Branches of Unity” Tree Felled
Among the many trees and limbs on the ground this morning, one was the “Branches of Unity” tree outside the Board of Education building.
Shaker Gift Drawing Exhibit to Open at NBMAA
Rare “gift” or “spirit” drawings created by Shaker women will be featured in the upcoming exhibit at the New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA). The exhibit, Anything but Simple: Shaker Gift Drawings and the Women Who Made Them, is a part of the Museum’s 2020/20+ Women @ NBMAA series celebrating women artists, which, the […]
The “Leaf Jumpers” To Play at 2020 Walnut Hill Park Summer Music Series
The 2020 Summer Music Series is planned to feature “Leaf Jumpers” at its Wednesday concert at New Britain’s historic Walnut Hill Park.
Happening in New Britain Aug 3 to Aug 9th
New Britain city meetings and community events during the week of Monday, Aug 3, 2020 to Sunday, Aug 9th include the Children’s Charities Tennis Classic.
North-Oak NRZ to Discuss Future Plans with Non-Profits
Pastor Dana Smith, President of the North-Oak NRZ is preparing to reach out to local non-profit organizations to discuss future plans in the neighborhood.
Coalition Places Bizzarro “On Notice”
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition said its members, “strongly condemn Senator Gennaro Bizzarro for voting against the,” police accountability law.
NBMAA Extends 2020/20+Women Exhibition Schedule
The New Britain Museum of American Art has announced that it is extending its 2020/20+Women series of exhibitions devoted to the work of women artists.
Bizzarro Opposes Police Accountability Legislation
Sen. Gennaro Bizzarro (R-6), voted against the state police accountability legislation that was approved in the state legislature.
Chief Chute to Hold Virtual Town Hall Meeting
New Britain Police Chief Christopher Chute is to hold a virtual town hall meeting and is inviting questions from the community.
Happening in New Britain Jul 27th to Aug 2nd
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, July 27, 2020 to Sunday, Aug 2nd include:
Americans With Disabilities Act Celebrated at 30 Years
July 26, 2020 is the thirtieth anniversary of the landmark Americans With Disabilities Act enacted to advance the civil rights of people with disabilities.
New Britain Representatives Divided on Police Legislation
New Britain’s three Democratic State Representatives voted for the proposed police accountability legislation, while the one Republican opposed.
Call Made for a People’s Agenda in New Britain
Community leaders and organizers held a press conference to advocate for a Peoples Agenda to, “call for racial justice and economic equity.”
New Britain State Representatives Vote For Expanded Absentee Balloting
New Britain State Representatives gave overwhelming support for a bill to allow every voter to vote by absentee ballot because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sarra to Hold Online Town Hall on School Reopening
New Britain schools Superintendent Nancy Sarra is to hold on online Town Hall meeting to discuss plans for reopening city schools.