“Bent But Not Broken” Presented by Ruby’s Realm
Ruby’s Realm Production is presenting “Bent But Not Broken,” a stage play about money turning out to not be the answer for a wealthy family.
Democrats Oppose $13M City Hall Budget Increase
City Council Democrats have proposed a resolution opposing a $13 million budget increase proposed by Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s city Finance Board.
Chute Nominated Chief of Police
A resolution confirming the nomination of Acting Police Chief of Police Christopher Chute for the permanent position of Chief is before the City Council.
“Spark the Park” North-Oak Clean-Up
Continuing its active community organizing, the North-Oak NRZ is teaming up with EbLens for a “Spark the Park” springtime neighborhood clean up in April.
Apparent Attempts to Censor the Progressive
Another attempt of dubious merit has been made to have content published on the New Britain Progressive disappear from the online world.
Meetings and Events Mar 18th to Mar 24th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Mon, Mar 18, 2019 to Sun, Mar 24th includes the dedication of Ebenezer Bassett Hall.
North-Oak NRZ to Hold March Meeting
The North-Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ) has announced that it will hold its regular monthly meeting on March 28th.
NBHS Boys Basketball 2nd Place – Waterford Wins Final 63-56
The New Britain High School Boys basketball team are the second place Division II team in the state after first ranked Waterford won the Championship Game.
“In the Heights” Presented by NBHS
An all NBHS student cast will perform the award-winning musical “In the Heights,” which, NBHS says, “brings a slice of New York City to our stage.”
Blogoslawski Apparently Charged With DUI
Republican City Tax Collector Cheryl Blogoslawski appears to have been arrested by police for driving under the influence in Southington. The police blotter reported on March 15, 2019 by the Southington Observer noted that, “Cheryl Blogoslawski, 54, of 34 Edbert Dr., New Britain, was charged with driving under the influence.” The alleged incident occurred on […]
“Moon Over Buffalo” Opening at Connecticut Theater Company
The Connecticut Theater Company will open its production of Ken Ludwig’s comic play “Moon Over Buffalo,” about a actor-couple trying to return to stardom.
State of the City
While Republican Mayor Erin Stewart reports on the state of the city in her sixth year in office, key data still shows New Britain being behind.
Wilton Students Accused of Racist Chant at NBHS Player
Wilton High School students are accused of hurtling a racist chant at an African American NBHS player at a recent basketball playoff game.
CCSU’s Ebenezer Bassett Hall to Be Dedicated
CCSU has announced the dedication ceremony of the Ebenezer Don Carlos Bassett Social Sciences Hall, in honor of University’s most accomplished graduate.
Meetings and Events Mar 11th to Mar 17th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, March 11, 2019 to Sunday, March 17th includes St. Patrick’s Day on Sunday.
Arch Area NRZ to Hold Rescheduled March Meeting
The Arch Area NRZ has announced its upcoming monthly meeting, which will be held at a rescheduled date, on Monday, March 11, 2019.
“Dance for Joy” Presented by New Britain Symphony Orchestra
Under guest conductor Kalena Bovell, the New Britain Symphony Orchestra, the CCSU Dance Company, and the END Ensemble will present, “Dance for Joy.”
Fundraiser to Benefit CCSU Athletics
Central Connecticut State University’s Blue Devils Athletics will be hosting a fundraising event tonight to benefit the athletic programs at the University. The event, CCSU Athletics’ “annual Beer & Wine Tasting fundraiser” is sponsored by New Britain’s 5 Churches Brewing and Alvarium Beer Co. The event is promoted as featuring, “locally produced beers from all […]
Smoke Alarms Available From Fire Department
Neighborhood leaders and the Fire Department are spreading the word about the program in which new fire alarms can be installed by city fire fighters.
Maple Sugaring and Pancakes at Hungerford Youth Museum
The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park is hosting a “Pancake Breakfast and Maple Sugaring Weekend.