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New State Budget Increases Funding For NB Schools
City Gets $15.5 Million More For Education; Lawmakers Tout Personal Income Tax Cut Staff Reports HARTFORD – The state budget for the 2024 and 2025 fiscal years will increase state funds for municipal government and the city’s schools, New Britain legislators announced after bipartisan approval in the State Senate and House of Representatives on June 7th. […]
New Britain Museum of American Art Celebrating Juneteenth With Free Community Day
“Mark your calendars for the NBMAA’s 22nd annual Juneteenth celebration!” the New Britain Museum of American Art.
Tens of Thousands Enjoy 2023 Little Poland Festival
Overcast skies and cool temperatures could not keep away tens of thousands from enjoying the 2023 Little Poland Festival on Broad Street. Once again, thousands of people from New Britain, the state and beyond thronged New Britain’s Little Poland neighborhood for the popular celebration of Polish culture, music and cuisine. Music was everywhere in up […]
June 5th to 11th — Events in New Britain
In New Britain, Connecticut, community events and meetings from June 5, 2023, 2023 to Sunday, June 11th include… [MEC id=”32708″] New Britain Progressive, a publication of 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 […]
U.S. Rep. Hayes Votes No On Debt Ceiling Deal
Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05), citing cuts to food assistance programs, joined progressive opposition to a compromise budget bill to avert default on the nation’s debt. “I voted no on the budget agreement,” said Hayes in a statement following approval in the House of Representatives on May 31. “I acknowledge and recognize the immense consequences of […]
Honeybees Get New Home At Smalley School
Students To Learn About Pollination, Honey Making At School-Based Beehive By John McNamara NEW BRITAIN – Smalley Elementary School’s second floor room for STEAM learning (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) is now home to a colony of honeybees made possible by two nonprofit organizations, New Britain Roots and the New Haven-based Huneebee Project. Teachers […]
Little Poland Festival Organizers Announce 2023 Schedule of Entertainment and Events for June 4th
The organizers of the New Britain Little Poland Festival , planned for June 4, 2023, have announced the schedule of music, dancing and other events.
City Council Meeting Called to Vote on City Budget
The City Council is set to hold a meeting to consider approving the city budget proposed by Mayor Erin Stewart (R). Stewart has proposed a $265,849,055 city budget that would increase property taxes by 12.58% for the fiscal year that begins July 1st, with a 5.92% spending increase over current year expenditures. The proposal would […]
Happenings in New Britain May 29th to June 4th
From May 29, 2023 to Sunday, June 4th community events and meetings in New Britain include… [MEC id=”32561″] New Britain Progressive, a publication of 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 purchase […]
100 Man March with Community Service and Health Event to be Led by Black Ministerial Alliance with ALM’s Ministries International
The Black Ministerial Alliance of New Britain, with ALM’s Ministries International, are leading a 100 Man March with a Community Service and Health Event in August.
Commission Schedules Hearings Over Double Digit Rent Hikes
Staff Reports NEW BRITAIN – A reorganized Fair Rent Commission voted Tuesday May 23rd, to hold hearings on rent increase complaints at a West Main Street apartment complex. Seven tenants are seeking relief over rent hikes from 22% to 43% that would take effect in June. In the case of the largest increase among the […]
Black Ministerial Alliance to Host Juneteenth Fathers Day Gospel Concert
The New Britain Black Ministerial Alliance is presenting a Juneteenth Fathers Day Gospel Concert on Juneteenth weekend.
Pride of CT Lodge & Anna Warmsley Temple To Host Black Out Affair
“Join us as we celebrate our freedom,” say event organizers about the event, held on Juneteenth weekend.
May 22nd to 28th in New Britain
In New Britain, Connecticut, from May 22, 2023 to Sunday, May 28th community events and meetings include… [MEC id=”32454″] New Britain Progressive, a publication of 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 […]
NBHS African American Club To Host Talent Show
The NBHS African American Club is hosting a Talent Show, to be held on June 2, 2023 at 7:00pm at NBHS.
Music Series at South Church Concert to Feature Harold López-Nussa
The Music Series at South Church is hosting a concert featuring Harold López-Nussa, saying, “There is sure to be dancing in the aisles and in the streets of New Britain when Harold and his band arrive!”
Central Students Win Grants For Two Youth Serving Organizations In New Britain
NEW BRITAIN -Two New Britain nonprofits won grants from the American Savings Foundation through the efforts of students in a psychology course focusing on roles and responsibilities in philanthropy in the Spring 2023 semester. Receiving $5,000 grants are The Pathways/Senderos Center and the Opportunities Industrialization Center of New Britain thanks to grant applications submitted by students on their behalf. […]
Prof. Jannette Carey Is Commencement Speaker At CCSU Saturday
Alumna Is Prominent Researcher in Biophysical Chemistry; Advocate For Access To STEM Education By John McNamara NEW BRITAIN – Scientist Jannette Carey, Ph.D, Associate Professor of Chemistry and Molecular Biology at Princeton University, will address Central Connecticut State University’s graduating class for the Schools of Engineering, Science and Technology and Education and Professional Studies on […]
May 8th to 14th Community Events in New Britain
In New Britain, from Monday, May 8, 2023 to Sunday, May 14th, community events and meetings include… [MEC id=”32179″] New Britain Progressive, a publication of 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 […]
New Britain Nets $65,940 From “Nickel Per Nip” Anti-Litter Program
By John McNamara A nickel surcharge on the sale of each 50 ml “nip” container has netted New Britain $65,939.50 in a second payment based on 1,318,790 sold at liquor stores in the city over six months from October 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023. Every April and October each municipality receives five cents for […]