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Stewart Backs Ally Censured for Misconduct
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart reportedly brushed-off an official censure of a Republican ally on the Board of Education.
Pathways/Senderos Walkathon Returns
The Pathways/Senderos Center is preparing for its upcoming twenty-second annual Walkathon, returning after being cancelled last year.
Working Families Cross-Endorse Sanchez and Council Candidates
The Working Families Party have nominated Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) and all five members of his At-Large Council slate.
Happening in New Britain Sep 27th to Oct 3rd
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, September 27, 2021 to Sunday, October 3rd include…
Sanchez Criticizes Stewart Over School Comments
Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) sharply criticized Republican Mayor Erin Stewart over Stewart’s New Britain High School comments.
NBHS Returns to In-School Classes
NBHS’s Principal has announced that in-school classes will resume this week, after earlier announcing three days of remote learning.
Polish American Foundation to Celebrate 25th Anniversary – POSTPONED
The New Britain-based Polish American Foundation of Connecticut is planning a Gala to celebrate its 25th Anniversary.
Happening in New Britain Sep 20th to 26th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, September 20, 2021 to Sunday, September 26th include… Editor’s note (9/24/2021): The article was updated to note the correct day of the Fall Yoga Class. Apologies for the error. Editor’s note (9/28/2021): The article originally neglected to include the September 26th […]
YWCA Announces CDC Funding, Expanding House of Teens Programming
The New Britain YWCA has announced that new CDC funding will allow it to train more youth community health workers.
Strong Thanks Supporters; Looks Toward Progressive Future
Democrat Alicia Hernandez Strong thanked supporters of her campaign for Mayor, while looking to the future on issues her campaign raised.
Festa Italiana to Celebrate Italian Culture in October
New Britain’s Festa Italiana, a celebration of Italian culture in New Britain, is returning to the city at its new date this month. “Get ready for our Festa full of Italian food, music and Italian Culture!” event organizers say. The event is to be held on Sunday, October 3, 2021. It is planned from 10:00am […]
Rivera Wins Democratic Primary for Probate Judge
Former City Council Majority Leader and Attorney Bill Rivera has won the Democratic Party nomination for Probate Judge.
Sanchez Wins Democratic Nomination for Mayor
Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) has won the support of Democratic voters as their candidate for Mayor against Republican Mayor Erin Stewart.
Voting Today for Probate Judge, Mayoral and Council Democratic Nominations
New Britain Democratic voters go to the polls today to nominate their candidates for Judge of Probate, Mayor and At-Large Council.
North-Oak NRZ Planning Winter Clothing Drive
The weather may still be summer warm, but the North-Oak NRZ is thinking of those in need in the Winter, ahead.
Happening in New Britain Sep 13th to 19th
New Britain meetings and events during the week of Mon, Sep 13th to Sun, Sep 19th include the Democratic primary on Tuesday.
Remembering September 11, 2001
The New Britain Progressive joins our community, nation and world in mournful remembrance of September 11, 2001.
Black Political Action Committee Holds Forum for Democratic Mayoral Primary Candidates
The New Britain Black Political Action Committee hosted an online forum with the two Democratic Mayoral primary candidates.
New Britain Council Republicans Vote Down Mask Mandate
City Council Republicans voted down a proposal by Council Democrats to require masks in city buildings to protect against COVID-19 infection.
Community Cookout Provides for Poor
The Black Ministerial Alliance of New Britain and the Friendship Center held a cookout for the less fortunate on Memorial Day weekend.