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St. George Holding Drive-Thru 2021 Greek Festival
Saint George Greek Orthodox Church and Hellenic Center in New Britain is holding its 2021 Dionysos Greek Festival as a drive through event and is inviting people to pre-order.
Sen. Lopes, 34 Other Senators Vote to End Prison Gerrymandering
Sen. Rick Lopes (D-6) joined a bipartisan vote in the Senate to end the practice of giving towns where prisons are located more voting power.
CCSU to Hold Ebenezer Bassett Award Ceremony
Central Connecticut State University is holding its 2021 Ebenezer D. Bassett Student Achievement Award Ceremony online tomorrow, May 6, 2021.
New Britain Nursing Home Sent Strike Notice
The SEIU District 1199 New England healthcare workers’ union announced a New Britain nursing home is among 33 to receive strike notices.
Happening in New Britain May 3rd to 9th
New Britain city meetings and community events during the week of Monday, May 3, 2021 to Sunday, May 9th include the online Race in the Park.
Budget Would Send $12.4 Million to New Britain, Legislators Say
New Britain’s Democratic state legislators say that New Britain stands to receive $12.4 million more under the state budget proposed…
School Building Committee Resolution Curtails Checks and Balances On Construction Projects
“A consequence of the new SBC resolution is that it contributes to a bigger divide between City Hall and the BOE. New Britain’s close to last ranking in how much the municipal government contributes to public schools is a perennial and contentious issue at budget time every year and this year is no exception.” By […]
Strong Recognizes International Workers’ Day
Democratic Mayoral candidate Alicia Hernandez Strong offered wishes for a, “Happy May Day Week!” for International Workers’ Day on May 1st.
Happening in New Britain Apr 26th to May 2nd
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, April 26, 2021 to Sunday, May 2nd include…
“A Matter of Heart” — CMHA & The Spott Unlimited Announce Collaboration
Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. (CMHA) and The Spott Unlimited, Inc. have announced a new community-oriented collaboration.
“A Matter of Heart” — CMHA & The Spott Unlimited Announce Collaboration
Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. (CMHA) and The Spott Unlimited, Inc. have announced a new community-oriented collaboration.
New Britain Leaders Speak On Justice for George Floyd
Local leaders in New Britain are reacting to the news of the conviction of former police officer Derek Chauvin in the murder of George Floyd.
DeLandro Launches Official Mayoral Campaign
Saying that she has, “a passion to serve and a commitment to lead,” Democrat Veronica DeLandro formally announced she is running for Mayor.
Happening in New Britain Apr 19th to Apr 25th
New Britain meetings and community events during the week of Mon, Apr 19th to Sun, Apr 25th include the public hearing on the city budget.
YWCA Stand Against Racism to Discuss Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace
YWCA New Britain and the Greater New Britain Chamber of Commerce are holding the annual Stand Against Racism event…
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honored in 53rd Memorial Celebration
Dr. Valerie Ruby Ingram recalled many of New Britain’s great African-American leaders and the “holy ground” of the old Hartford Avenue…
Democrats Object to Stewart Flat-Funding Schools Again
Democrats waging or weighing a campaign for Mayor are concerned about Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s decision to flat fund schools again.
Bethune Club Holding Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Celebration, Apr 17th
The Mary McLeod Bethune Club is holding New Britain’s annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Celebration this Saturday, April 17th.
Stewart Budgets Cut $9 Million From Schools, Adjusting for Inflation
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s budget for the upcoming year once again flat-funds city operating funds for New Britain schools.
Exploring Run for Mayor, DeLandro Announces $45,000 in Fundraising
Democrat Veronica T. DeLandro has announced that she has raised $45,000 in contributions as she weighs a campaign for Mayor of New Britain.