Community
Zaldivar Named Chamberlain Principal
The New Britain Board of Education has named Chamberlain Elementary School Interim Principal Manuel Zaldivar as the school’s new Principal.
Honoring Veterans on Memorial Day
Monuments for those who fought for our country and made the ultimate sacrifice in numerous conflicts are all around New Britain.
School District Launches Free Student WiFi
The Consolidated School District of New Britain has announced the launch of is temporary wi-fi network to aid students with online learning.
School System Announces Pre-School Registration
The Consolidated School System of New Britain has announced online pre-school registration for the 2020-2021 school year.
BOE to Discuss “Savings Account” Resolution
The New Britain Board of Education will hold a special meeting on Saturday, with the city’s “savings account” resolution” and other items on the agenda.
North-Oak Effort to Aid Those in Need During Pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic, when those who are most in need are hit hardest, Pastor Dana Smith has announced an effort to help. Pastor Smith announced an effort by Wellspring Church, New Life II Ministries, the North-Oak NRZ, Pastors Al and Tracie Williams and Teeza Pleeza, who, “Will be handing bags of food gift cards […]
Ghannam Announces Tutoring & Investigative Business
Dr. Yvette Ghannam, well known in New Britain for her community activism and neighborhood leadership, has announced a new business.
Ghannam Announces Tutoring & Investigative Business
Dr. Yvette Ghannam, well known in New Britain for her community activism and neighborhood leadership, has announced a new business.
New Britain Police Crack Down on ATVs & Dirt Bikes
New Britain Police Chief Christopher Chute has announced that the city’s Police are cracking down on ATVs and dirt bikes on city streets.
New Britain Police Crack Down on ATVs & Dirt Bikes
New Britain Police Chief Christopher Chute has announced that the city’s Police are cracking down on ATVs and dirt bikes on city streets.
Springtime Weather Brings Relief
After weeks of COVID-19 social distancing, a warm weekend brought the life and renewal of springtime to back yards and front porches in New Britain, anyway.
Census Online Simple, Easy and Fast
Getting counted in the census is fast, easy, private and decides how much political representation and program funding communities will receive.
More Chromebooks to be Distributed to Students
New Britain schools Superintendent Nancy Sarra has announced a second round of Chromebook distribution for students in the city’s school district.
Council Meeting to Have Call-In Public Session
As it has been doing during COVID-19 pandemic, the City Council will have call-in public participation for its meeting this evening.
Rebuilding Together April Rebuilding Day Postponed
Rebuilding Together would normally be preparing for its traditional April National Rebuilding Day, but that event has been postponed due to COVID-19.
2020 Little Poland Festival Cancelled
New Britain’s popular 2020 Little Poland Festival is to be July 26th, event organizers have announced, changing the event from its originally scheduled date
New School Meal Distribution Site at Jefferson School
The school breakfast and lunch program will now have an eighth distribution site during the COVID-19 school closings, at Jefferson Elementary School.
Happy Easter
Happy Easter from the New Britain Progressive. Best wishes to everyone celebrating the Easter holiday, and may the celebration be one of joy.
Springtime City Leaf Collection to Begin
The New Britain Public Works Department will begin its 2020 springtime leaf collection this month.
Happy Passover
Best of wishes from the New Britain Progressive, as Passover begins tonight. May the holiday be a joyous celebration for Jewish families everywhere.