McNamara and Ortiz-Luna Win Democratic Nomination for Council in Ward 4 Primary
Incumbent Ald John McNamara (D-4) and former Ald Luz Ortiz-Luna have been nominated by Democratic voters in Ward 4 in today’s Democratic primary, a win that makes them the two candidates for Democrats for Council in Ward 4 in this November’s city election. According to unofficial vote totals from the Secretary of the State’s office, […]
Primary Day Arrives for Ward 4 Council Nomination
The September 9th Primary Day has arrived for the Democratic nomination for City Council in Ward 4. In the primary, Ward 4 Democratic voters will choose two candidates for the Ward 4 Council election, as part of the city elections in November. Each of the city’s five wards are represented by three Council members, called […]
Ald Scott Announces Ward 3 Community Meeting
Ald Candyce Scott (D-3) has announced that she is planning a community meeting, “to Discuss Safety and Concerns in Ward 3.” The meeting is to be September 21st from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at 115 West Main Street. “For more info or to RSVP contact Alderwoman Candyce Scott at (860) 325-3119,” the event announcement says. “Light […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Sep 8th to 14th
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McNamara Endorsed by National Democratic Municipal Officials Organization
The national Democratic Municipal Officials Organization (DMO) has announced that it has endorsed Ald John McNamara (D-4), the New Britain City Council’s Majority Leader, for re-election this year, as he seeks his second term on the Council. “New Britain and municipal governments across the country are addressing aging infrastructures, the need for affordable housing and […]
2025 New Britain Dożynki Festival Coming Up This Sunday
The 2025 New Britain Dożynki Festival, the traditional Polish harvest festival, will be this Sunday, returning to New Britain’s vibrant Broad Street “Little Poland” neighborhood. The 2025 Festival is to be on Sunday, September 7th, starting at at 11:30am. “We will have 8 food vendors serving traditional Polish food such as kielbasa and pierogi, I […]
Superintendent Discusses Approach in Case ICE Attempts Detaining Students in Schools
New Britain school Superintendent Tony Gaspar met this week with members of the Community Task Force, led by Pastor Gervais Barger of Peace Missionary Ministries, assuring them that ICE agents have not attempted to detain students in New Britain schools and describing the school district’s plans if it did attempt to do so. “There have […]
Early Voting in Ward 4 Council Primary Now Open, Primary Day is September 9th
Early voting is open in the Democratic primary for City Council in Ward 4, with primary day one week away on September 9th. In the primary, Ward 4 Democratic voters will choose two candidates for the Ward 4 Council election, as part of the city elections in November. Each of the city’s five wards are […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Sep 1st and 7th
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New Britain Public Library To Open “The Vance Forum” Community Space
The New Britain Public Library is set to open its new “The Vance Forum” community space, saying it is celebrating, “connection, collaboration, and collective growth.” The Library says that, Our new conference center and study rooms are designed to meet the evolving needs of our New Britain community. The Vance Forum was made possible through […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Aug 25th to 31st
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New Britain Youth Theatre Announces Auditions for Shrek, Jr.
Saying that it, “is celebrating 15 years in the city of New Britain,” New Britain Youth Theatre is announcing upcoming auditions for its production of “Shrek, Jr.” “NBYT is a professionally run community and educational theater for children and teens,” the theater program says. “NBYT was founded in 2010 and has always accepted children from […]
New Britain ROOTS Hosting 2025 Garden Crawl
New Britain ROOTS is hosting its 2025 Garden Crawl in September, saying, “Join us for a blooming evening at the annual Garden Crawl, where nature meets celebration!” “This year’s theme is all about pollinators,” the organization says, “the essential creatures that keep our gardens (and lives) thriving. Enjoy a lively cocktail hour, self-guided garden tours, […]
Dr Karolina Kołpak Named Endowed Chair in Polish and Polish-American Studies at CCSU
Central Connecticut State University has named Dr Karolina Kołpak as its new Stanislaus A Blejwas Endowed Chair in Polish and Polish American Studies. CCSU named Dr Kołpak to the Chair after a national search, saying that, Kołpak brings an impressive record of scholarship, teaching, research, and a commitment to an interdisciplinary and inclusive approach to […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Aug 18th to 24th
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Dare to Struggle Announces Mass Meeting, Saying Activists Were “Arrested for Speaking Out Against Police”
The activist group, Dare to Struggle, has announced a mass meeting event after, it alleges, three of its activists were arrested by New Britain Police, two just before a protest the group was organizing. The group is alleging that the activists were, “arrested for speaking out against police brutality and mistreatment of homeless people.” The […]
Friends of New Britain Public Library Holding Annual Textbook Sale
Friends of the New Britain Public Library have announced that they are holding their Annual Textbook Sale. The sale is from August 23, 2025 to September 6th on the Main floor of the Library on 20 High Street during library hours. The organization says that the sale, features gently used textbooks across diverse disciplines, workbooks, […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Aug 11th to 17th
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Ald Sanchez and Others Holding Back to School Events
Ald Iris Sanchez (D-3), community activists, churches and city police have announced different back to school events and activities. Many were announced to occur this Saturday, but there are other events on different days. HEY Program Back to School Bash “Negra” Sanchez Back to School Drive and North Oak Community Day NBPD Stuff-A-Cruiser Back-to-School Drive […]
Ald Scott Holding Essay Contest on, “Why Schools Should Receive Federal Funding.”
“School is just around the corner!” says Ald Candyce Scott (D-3), announcing a Back to School Essay Contest. “To spark a lifelong love of learning, I have crafted an engaging educational experience for our young scholars!” “Write a short essay about why schools should receive federal funding,” said Scott. “Email or text your essay to: […]