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Council Democrats Question Use of $470K for Pickle Ball Courts In Budget Transfer
NEW BRITAIN – Common Council Democrats are questioning the use of $470,000 to fund construction of pickle ball courts at A.W. Stanley Park in a budget transfer resolution to be considered at the September 24th regular meeting of the Common Council. Common Council Democrats Update The resolution proposes to transfer accrued revenues from the 2024-2025 […]
Justice for Katherine Colon to Hold 2-Year Memorial Remembrance and Demonstration
Justice for Katherine Colon is planning a memorial gathering and demonstration, “will honor Katherine’s memory and renew the community’s call for justice.” The organization says that, “family, friends, and supporters will gather at 301 West Main Street—the site where Katherine Colon was fatally struck by Officer Connor Reinsch two years ago.” “Despite the city and […]
Advocacy Group Appeals to Donors to Press to Improve Conditions at Friendship Center Homeless Shelter
Dare to Struggle, an organization dedicated to resist and stop injustice and has been advocating for the homeless in New Britain for the past three years, held a press conference on Monday, September 15, 2025, in front of Thomaston Saving Bank’s branch, downtown New Britain. In its press release the group claimed that the Friendship […]
Ald Scott Hosting Back to School Celebration and Essay Contest Results Announcement
A Back-to-School Celebration event, with the announcement of the results of an essay contest announced in August is planned. The event is to be held on September 22, 2025, from 3:30pm to 5:30pm at Oak Street Health at 179 Columbus Boulevard. “To spark a lifelong love of learning, I have crafted an engaging educational experience […]
Public Library Hosting Workshop for Families Affected by Addiction
The New Britain Public Library has announced that it is hosting a free 8-week “Invitation to Change” workshop that it says is, “a groundbreaking, evidence-based approach to addiction recovery,” for, “families, friends, and professionals supporting those struggling with substance use.” Karen Bernetti, the facilitator of the workshop, the Library says, is, “a certified Family Recovery […]
Connecticut Department of Transportation Holding Statewide Active Transportation Plan Open House
The Connecticut Department of Transportation has announced that it is holding an open house event on the new Statewide Active Transportation Plan (ATP) that it is in the process of developing. “The ATP will help CTDOT fulfill their mission of Improving lives through transportation,” the Department says on its website, adding, The ATP will serve […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Sep 15th to 21st
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, September 21, 2025 include
Pathways-Senderos Hosting 26th Annual Walk-a-Thon
The Greater New Britain Teen Pregnancy Prevention, Inc., the Pathways/Senderos Center, is inviting people to participate in its upcoming 26th Annual Pathways Walk-a-Thon. The event is September 28, 2025 in Walnut Hill Park. The Center invites people to, Join us for the 26th Annual Pathways Walk-a-Thon, a community event dedicated to supporting the Pathways/Senderos afterschool […]
Hungerford Nature Center Planning “Pumpkin Palooza”
With autumn coming, the Hungerford Nature Center is planning its “Pumpkin Palooza” event for this October. The Nature Center says, Celebrate the magic of fall at Pumpkin Palooza! Stroll along our trails glowing with hundreds of hand-carved pumpkins, sip warm cider, and enjoy fresh donuts while soaking in the festive atmosphere. Kids can join in […]
Mayor Stewart is $6M Short: Where is the money for the Allen St. Project? What Is Your Plan? Our Taxpayers Deserve Better Than This
This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our neighborhood’s storm-sewer-sanitary system and the City and State Responses.
“Rebellious Rhythms” Event in Honor of Latine Heritage Month to be Hosted by CT People’s Survival Programs
CT People’s Survival Programs has announced a “Rebellious Rhythms” event to, “Celebrate the start of Latine Heritage Month with dinner and a compelling workshop led by local historian Nina Vázquez.” Organizers say that Latine Heritage Month, is annually observed from September 15th to October 15th, to celebrate, honor, recognize, and learn about the vibrant histories, […]
Ald Scott Announces Ward 3 Community Meeting
Ald Candyce Scott (D-3) has announced that she is planning a community meeting, “to Discuss Safety and Concerns in Ward 3.” The meeting is to be September 21st from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at 115 West Main Street. “For more info or to RSVP contact Alderwoman Candyce Scott at (860) 325-3119,” the event announcement says. “Light […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Sep 8th to 14th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, September 14, 2025 include
McNamara Endorsed by National Democratic Municipal Officials Organization
The national Democratic Municipal Officials Organization (DMO) has announced that it has endorsed Ald John McNamara (D-4), the New Britain City Council’s Majority Leader, for re-election this year, as he seeks his second term on the Council. “New Britain and municipal governments across the country are addressing aging infrastructures, the need for affordable housing and […]
2025 New Britain Dożynki Festival Coming Up This Sunday
The 2025 New Britain Dożynki Festival, the traditional Polish harvest festival, will be this Sunday, returning to New Britain’s vibrant Broad Street “Little Poland” neighborhood. The 2025 Festival is to be on Sunday, September 7th, starting at at 11:30am. “We will have 8 food vendors serving traditional Polish food such as kielbasa and pierogi, I […]
Expanding access to Fair Rent Commission Announcement
Aldermen Neil Connors (D) and Jerrel Hargreaves (R) announced they have developed new policies to expand access to the Fair Rent Commission. In a July 28 Facebook announcement Alderman Connors issued a statement: “I’m proud to share that Ald. Jerrell Hargraves and I worked together—across the aisle—to expand access to the Fair Rent Commission (FRC) […]
Early Voting in Ward 4 Council Primary Now Open, Primary Day is September 9th
Early voting is open in the Democratic primary for City Council in Ward 4, with primary day one week away on September 9th. In the primary, Ward 4 Democratic voters will choose two candidates for the Ward 4 Council election, as part of the city elections in November. Each of the city’s five wards are […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Sep 1st and 7th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, September 7, 2025 include
State Legislators to Host National Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Members of New Britain’s state legislative delegation are to host a National Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration. The event, “Celebration Collective Heritage – Past Present & Future”, is to be hosted by Sen Rick Lopes (D-6), Rep Bobby Sanchez (D-25), Rep Manny Sanchez (D-24), Rep David DeFronzo (D-26) and Rep Gary Turco (D-27). The event is […]
Puerto Rican Society of New Britain Planning 2025 Festival Puertorriqueño
The Puerto Rican Society of New Britain is planning the 2025 Festival Puertorriqueño this July. “Save the date,” say event organizers, for the Festival, planned for Sunday, September 14th. New Britain’s Puerto Rican Festival has a long history as a vibrant celebration of Puerto Rican culture and New Britain’s close cultural bond with Puerto Rico. […]