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Ignoring DeLandro, Republican Council Leader Seeks Candidates to Succeed Sanchez
Republican Council Majority Leader Daniel Salerno is seeking candidates to succeed Manny Sanchez, ignoring DeLandro as Democrats’ choice.
Happening in New Britain Nov 30th to Dec 6th
New Britain meetings & events the week of Mon, Nov 30th to Sun, Dec 6th includes the Council committee meeting on the Columbus Statue.
Happy Thanksgiving
From our families to yours the New Britain Progressive wishes you a happy and safe Thanksgiving celebration!
NBMAA to Host Thanksgiving Weekend Online Music Event
The New Britain Museum of American Art is inviting people to a Thanksgiving weekend online live performance, “with a positive message.”
New Britain Industrial Museum Exhibit Opening
The New Britain Industrial Museum is set to open a special exhibit at Anvil Place, the former site of the New Britain National Bank.
Democrats Pressing for DeLandro to Succeed Sanchez on Council
Democratic leaders are working to show why Democrat Veronica DeLandro is the right person to succeed Rep-Elect Manny Sanchez on the Council.
Committee Meeting Set on Columbus Statue
A City Council committee will take public comment and consider a resolution to move a statue of Christopher Columbus from a city park.
KIEDC Announces Food Box Program at St. James
Kingdom International Economic Development Corporation (KIEDC) will have a pop up food pantry at Saint James Missionary Baptist Church.
Rep. Bobby Sanchez Reappointed Education Chair
State Representative Bobby Sanchez (D-25) has been re-appointed as the Chair of the powerful legislative Education Committee.
Racial Justice Coalition Files Official Document Request
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition has announced that it has filed a formal Freedom of Information request with the city.
Council Refers Columbus Statue Resolution to Committee
The New Britain City Council voted to refer to committee a resolution to move a statue of Christopher Columbus from a prominent city park.
Thanking and Honoring New Britain’s Veterans
On Veterans Day, New Britain and the nation thank the veterans who have served our country, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
CCSU to Hold Lecture in Celebration of Poland’s Independence Day
CCSU has announced that it is to hold an online lecture on the Kosciuszko Squadron in a celebration of Poland’s Independence Day.
Happening in New Britain Nov 9nd to 15th
New Britain city meetings and community events during the week of Monday, November 9, 2020 to Sunday, November 15th include Veterans Day.
Council Resolution to Remove Columbus Statue Proposed
The City Council will consider a resolution proposed by two Democratic Alderpersons to remove the Christopher Columbus statue in New Britain.
Fall City Leaf Collection Underway
The annual Fall leaf collection program conducted by the New Britain Public Works Department is already underway.
No Snow Days from School?
School snow days are such an understood reality of life in New England that they are ingrained among the rites and joys of growing up.
Rick Lopes & Manny Sanchez Win; Sanchez & Tercyak Re-Elected; Hayes, Biden and Harris Win New Britain
Democrats swept to victory in New Britain, taking solid majorities in every race on the ballot in the city.
Rick Lopes & Manny Sanchez Win; Sanchez & Tercyak Re-Elected; Hayes, Biden and Harris Win New Britain
Democrats swept to victory in New Britain, taking solid majorities in every race on the ballot in the city.
2020 Election Day Arrives!
The choice between Donald Trump and his Republican slate, Joe Biden and his Democratic slate and others will be decided as voters who have …