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Pastor Dana Smith Next Guest on New Britain Forum
Pastor Dana Smith is to be featured on the next edition of the New Britain Forum by the New Britain Progressive.
Board of Education to Hold Special Meetings on Superintendent Search
The New Britain Board of Education is to hold two meetings today, Thursday, January 20, 2022, on a search for a new superintendent of schools.
Art League Taking Entries for “Nothing But Flowers” Exhibit
The Art League of New Britain is planning a, “themed exhibit celebrating flowers,” and has put out a call for artists.
Happening in New Britain Jan 17th to Jan 23rd
New Britain meetings and events the week of Mon, Jan 17th to Sun, Jan 23rd include honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Diaspora Society Offering ‘Readers of Diaspora’ Book Club for Teens
The Diaspora Multicultural Society is sponsoring an eight week “Readers of Diaspora” book club for teens, and is seeking applicants.
Black Ministerial Alliance To Hold MLK Worship Service
The Black Ministerial Alliance of New Britain is to have its 2022 MLK Worship Service on Sunday, January 16, 2022.
Happening in New Britain Jan 10th to Jan 16th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, January 10, 2022 to Sunday, January 16th include…
School District To Have Forums On Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The New Britain school district has announced a series of workshops on racist disparities and gaps in opportunity.
BMA Names Pastor Dana Smith Man of the Year
The New Britain Black Ministerial Alliance has named Pastor Dana Smith of New Life II Ministries as its Man of the Year.
Happening in New Britain Jan 3 to Jan 9th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, January 3, 2022 to Sunday, January 9th include…
Top 10 of 2021: #1 – Community Celebrates Mr. Alton Brooks’ 100th Birthday, Mourns Ruth Brooks
New Britain celebrated the 100th Birthday of Mr. Alton Brooks and later mourned the passing of his beloved wife, Ruth Brooks.
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 healthy and happy 2022!
Top 10 of 2021: #2 – Republicans Propose Eliminating Living Wage Ordinance
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s new 12-3 Republican City Council has proposed repealing an ordinance promoting living wages.
Top 10 of 2021: #3 – Stewart vs. Education?
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart has developed a reputation of antagonism toward both school funding and those who run the city’s schools.
Top 10 of 2021: #4 – National COVID Politics Still Reflected in City Hall
As COVID-19 continued into 2021, New Britain again saw the odd, partisan politics surrounding it manifest in our city.
Top 10 of 2021: #5 – Republicans Block DeLandro, Appoint Republican Loyalist
In January, Republicans blocked Democrat Veronica T. DeLandro from the City Council, choosing Stewart-Republican political loyalist, instead.
Top 10 of 2021: #6 – Landlord Group’s “cage fight between Lamont & Zherka” remark stumps the press, brings apology to Governor
A May scandal occurred that may have been a statewide story, but there’s no mystery about who Sam Zherka is in New Britain.
Top 10 of 2021: #6 – Landlord Group’s “cage fight between Lamont & Zherka” remark stumps the press, brings apology to Governor
A May scandal occurred that may have been a statewide story, but there’s no mystery about who Sam Zherka is in New Britain.
Emancipation Proclamation Day Virtual Service To Be Held
The Black Ministerial Alliance and the NAACP are hosting the 2021 New Britain Emancipation Proclamation Day Service online on New Year’s Day.
Top 10 of 2021: #7 – Stewart Wins Big
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart had arguably her biggest win in 2021, with Democrats’ signs of momentum not manifesting in the balloting.