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NEWBAIC and Spottswood to Host Interfaith Thanksgiving Event
The New Britain Area Interfaith Conference (NEWBAIC) is sponsoring an Interfaith Thanksgiving event, hosted by Spottswood AME Zion Church.
Happening in New Britain Nov 8th to 14th
New Britain meetings and events coming up during the week of Monday, November 8, 2021 to Sunday, November 14th include Veterans Day.
Council Republicans to Appoint Mattabassett Board Members
In its first meeting, the new Republican-dominated City Council is to appoint two Republicans to the Mattabassett District Commission.
“Mass-Conn-Fusion” to Perform at First Friday
The band “Mass-Conn-Fusion” will be featured at the New Britain Museum of American Art November First Friday event.
YWCA Holding Online “Evening of Treasures Auction”
The YWCA of New Britain is holding its 2021 “Evening of Treasures Auction” online, with online bidding already open.
Stewart Wins Election for Mayor, Carries in Other Republicans
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart has won re-election and carried in other Republican candidates for nearly every other office possible.
Fire at Berkowitz Building Site
Fire broke out today in front of the long-blighted Berkowitz building on Main Street, apparently engulfing a piece of construction equipment.
Election Day Arrives in New Britain
The election between Democrat Bobby Sanchez and Republican Erin Stewart for Mayor and for other city offices will be decided by voters today.
Happening in New Britain Nov 1st to 7th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, November 1, 2021 to Sunday, November 7th include Election Day.
Wishes for a Happy and Safe Halloween from the New Britain Progressive
From our families to yours, the New Britain Progressive wishes you a happy and safe Halloween evening.
Black Democratic Club Endorses Sanchez and Slate
The New Britain Black Democratic Club has announced that it has endorsed Bobby Sanchez for Mayor and other Democratic candidates.
Bysiewicz, Wooden Advocate for Sanchez
Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz and State Treasurer Shawn Wooden supported Rep. Bobby Sanchez’ campaign for Mayor Thursday evening.
Candidates and Polling Places in 2021 Election
On Tuesday, November 2nd, voters go to the polls to vote for Mayor, City Council, Board of Education and other city offices.
Behind Mayor Stewart’s War On Supt. Sarra and the BOE
The vandalism and trouble that occurred at New Britain High School in September needlessly escalated the rift between Mayor Erin Stewart and New Britain School District leaders.
Stewart Education Claims Called “Lies”
Former Democratic Mayoral candidate Alicia Hernandez Strong and others are criticizing Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s education claims.
Happening in New Britain Oct 25th to 31st
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, October 25, 2021 to Sunday, October 31st include…
Democratic Council Candidate Questions Police Handling of Incident
Basil A. Green, a Democratic candidate running for City Council, is questioning the handling by the Police Department of an alleged incident.
Blaze Barber Barber Shop to Host Vaccination Clinic
In partnership with Rep. Manny Sanchez (D-24), Blaze Barber Barber Shop plans to hold a free vaccination clinic.
American Art Museum Plans Halloween Day Activities
The New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA) is planning a “Halloween Spooktacular” Community Day event.
Happening in New Britain Oct 18th to 24th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, October 18, 2021 to Sunday, October 24th include…