In Ward 1 Council Election 2 Republicans and 1 Democrat Win
In Ward 1, unofficial results show that Democrat Nate Simpson and Republicans Sharon Saavedra and Alden Russell won the three seats up for election to represent the ward on the fifteen member City Council. Democrat Richard Lacouriere and Independent Party candidate James Sanders, Jr. also ran. The New Britain Progressive, a publication of the New […]
Stewart Wins 6th Term as Mayor
Mayor Erin Stewart, the Republican incumbent, has won re-election to a sixth term as mayor of New Britain. Earlier returns show Stewart receiving more votes than Democratic mayoral candidate Chris Anderson. Stewart campaigned on the generally favorable opinion many people have of her, personally, and a feeling of optimism from cranes in the sky from […]
In Ward 4 Council Election 2 Democrats and 1 Republican Win
In Ward 4, unofficial results show Democrat Neil Connors, Democrat John McNamara and Republican Robert Smedley won the three seats up for election to represent the ward on the fifteen member City Council, for a 2 to 1 Democratic win in Ward 4. Republican Michael Thompson, Independent Party candidate Luz Ortiz-Luna and Independent Party candidate […]
Banned Book Club at New Britain Public Library to Discuss “The Bluest Eye” by Toni Morrison
The New Britain Public Library’s new Banned Book Club will be discussing Toni Morrison’s The Bluest Eye at its November meeting.
New Britain Museum of American Art Holding “Member Shopping Day”
The New Britain Museum of American Art members are able to enjoy a special “Member Shopping Day.” The Museum says that it is, “A very special holiday shopping experience.”
Holmes School 5th Graders to Perform for Veterans for Veterans Day
The school district says that, “Holmes Elementary School students and staff cordially invite Veterans and Active Duty Military Members for a special performance by the 5th-grade music students this Thursday, November 9. Performances will be held at both 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM.”
170 New Britain Children Participate in Hartford Marathon Foundation’s FitKids in School Medal Day
About 170 New Britain kids were part of 850 children participating in the Hartford Marathon Foundation (HMF) FitKids in School medal day. The event was held on October 24, 2023 in Walnut Hill Park. Students from Holmes Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School, Northend Elementary School and Vance Elementary School participated. Organizer say […]
Nov 6th to 12th Events and Meetings in New Britain
In New Britain, from Monday, November 6, 2023 to Sunday, November 12th, meetings and events in New Britain include, [MEC id=”35443″] The New Britain Progressive, a publication of the New Britain Independent Newspaper, Inc. is free to read and community supported. http://newbritainprogressive.com. Please feel free to help the New Britain Progressive with a donation, and […]
Democrat Anderson Challenges Republican Stewart for Mayor, Tuesday, in City Elections That Include City Council, Board of Education and Other City Offices
Democratic mayoral candidate Chris Anderson will challenge Republican incumbent Mayor Erin Stewart in the city elections to be held on November 7, 2023. City Council, Board of Education and other offices are also up for election. Anderson has criticized large Stewart tax increases and low funding for education and other city services by the Republican […]
New Britain 2023 Fall Leaf Collection Scheduled
The 2022 Fall curbside leaf collection program conducted by the New Britain Public Works Department is to begin on November 7th.
Gallery 66 Hosting Opening Reception for Mel Nwokocha’s Colossal Creative Expressionism Exhibition
Gallery 66 is hosting the Opening Reception for Mel Nwokocha’s Colossal Creative Expressionism Exhibition.
CCSU Department of Nursing Holding Free Health Screening
The Central Connecticut State University Department of Nursing says that it, “welcomes members of the Greater New Britain community and Central faculty, staff, and students for free blood pressure and health screenings at the Community Health Clinic at Copernicus Hall.”
Diaspora Multicultural Society Holding “Friendsgiving” Event
The Diaspora Multicultural Society, Inc. is hosting a “Friendsgiving” event.
Protestors March to Free Palestine
Despite the rain, demonstrators marched in downtown New Britain, calling to, “free Palestine.” “Free, free Palestine,” protesters chanted. “What do we want?” protesters asked, responding, “Justice!”. “By our millions, by our billions,” protesters chanted, “we are all Palestinian.” CNN has reported that, “Pro-Palestinian demonstrators across the globe took to the streets on Saturday to call […]
New Britain Happenings Oct 30th to Nov 5th
From Monday, October 30, 2023 to Sunday, November 5th, happenings in New Britain, Connecticut include, [MEC id=”35295″] The New Britain Progressive, a publication of the New Britain Independent Newspaper, Inc. is free to read and community supported. http://newbritainprogressive.com. Please feel free to help the New Britain Progressive with a donation, and you are invited to […]
Two Proposed Zone Changes Tabled Amid Owner Objections, Others Approved With Opposition
The owners of two properties subject to proposed zone changes objected to the changes, with one saying he did not receive a response from Ald. Robert Smedley (R-4), the Republicans’ Council leader, when he called to discuss the matter. The Council voted unanimously to table those two items, but approved three others, against the objections […]
Hundreds March for Justice in Protest for Katherine Colon
Hundreds of people marched and protested, calling for justice for Katherine M. Colon and accountability from city police and Mayor Erin Stewart (R). Colon died after being hit by a New Britain police car in September. Her family and community activists took to the streets to criticize a lack of information and accountability from city […]
“Rocky Horror Picture Show” Movie to be at Trinity-On-Main
Trinity-On-Main is inviting people to its presentation of, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.”
“Rocky Horror Picture Show” Movie to be at Trinity-On-Main
Trinity-On-Main is inviting people to its presentation of, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.”