Happening in New Britain Jan 13th to 19th
New Britain meetings and events during the week of Mon, Jan 13th to Sun, Jan 19th include the Diaspora Multicultural Society earthquake relief event.
Top 10 of 2019: #1 – Stewart Chamber Presidency Finally Ends
In 2019, Republican former Mayor Timothy Stewart was finally forced to resign as President of the Chamber of Commerce after making bigoted comments.
MLK Community Day to be at NBMAA
The New Britain Museum of American Art has announced its 2020 Community Day, to be held in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Cooper and Sylvain Exhibits to Open at Art League
The Art League of New Britain will hold a reception for two shows on display at its studios, by artists Cynthia Cooper and Pierre Sylvain.
Top 10 of 2019: #2 – Historic Porcher Candidacy
Democrat Chris Porcher made history in his candidacy to lead the city of New Britain as Mayor in the 2019 city elections.
Cardoso Reportedly Granted Permanent Residency
A longtime New Britain resident, who had been facing deportation, has reportedly been granted permanent residency in the United States.
League of Women Voters to Host Legislative Panel
The League of Women Voters of the New Britain Area will hold its annual legislative forum for members of the public to hear from local state legislators.
Rollback Proposed on Retail Bag Ordinance
A Council proposal would repeal most of a city ordinance banning plastic single use retail carry-out bags and requiring charges for paper carry out bags.
Happening in New Britain Jan 6th to 12th
New Britain city meetings and community events during the week of Monday, January 6, 2020 to Sunday, January 12th include celebration of Three Kings Day.
Public Information Sought in Alleged Corruption Scandal
The New Britain Progressive is seeking public information from City Hall related to the alleged corruption scandal involving a former city administrator.
“Mayor of Oak Street” Cathy Spano Passes Away
Funeral services will be held for Catherine Spano, a longtime community and political activist, who passed away on December 29, 2019.
Top 10 of 2019: #3 – Stewarts: “A Class Act”
Gloating antics and a vulgar hand gesture in their 2019 electoral win celebration put the character of the two Stewart mayors on unflattering display.
Top 10 of 2019: #4 – Tax Hike, Surplus, Refund Debate
In 2019, the tax increase in the city budget that took effect in 2018 returned as an issue when it was disclosed that the budget had ended in a surplus.
Top 10 of 2019: #5 – Alleged Theft by City Hall Administrator
Just weeks after Republican Mayor Erin Stewart was re-elected, news came out alleging that one of the top administrators in City Hall had been arrested.
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 joyous, prosperous and peaceful 2020.
2020 Emancipation Day Service Announced
The NAACP New Britain Branch and the Black Ministers Alliance of New Britain are hosting the 2020 Emancipation Proclamation Day Service on New Year’s Day.
Happening in New Britain Dec 30th to Jan 5th
New Britain city meetings and community events during the week of Monday, December 30, 2019 to Sunday, January 5, 2020 celebration of the New Year.
Top 10 of 2019: #6 – Blogoslawski Apparently Charged With DUI
In 2019, Republican City Tax Collector Cheryl Blogoslawski appears to have been arrested by police for driving under the influence in Southington.
Top 10 of 2019: #7 – Festivals Make New Britain the Place to Be
In a city that was once and perhaps will again have the motto “A City for All People,” New Britain residents are proud of their many cultural celebrations.
Top 10 of 2019: #8 – The 2019-2020 City Budget
The process leading to the city budget approved in 2019 started out with controversy, included a one-time education increase and then ended in controversy.