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Rep. Sanchez Advocating for More State Education Funds
Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) says that he is pressing for more Educational Cost Sharing Grant funds for New Britain schools in the state budget.
City Announces Sites for Vaccination Registration
The New Britain Public Health officials have announced sites in New Britain for those 65 and older to register for COVID-19 vaccination.
Diaspora Hosting “A Night of Jazz”
The Diaspora Multicultural Society, Inc. is hosting, “A Night of Jazz,” event in celebration of Black History Month. “Join us for night of Light Jazz and conversation,” the Society says. The event is Saturday, February 20, 2021 at 7:00pm at the Society. The tickets for the event are $20 and, the Society says, “food is included in […]
League of Women Voters Legislative Forum Airing on TV and Online
The 2021 “Unbreakfast” legislative forum, held by the New Britain Area League of Women Voters, is being aired on television and online.
Happening in New Britain Feb 15th to 21st
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Mon, Feb 15th to Sun, Feb 21st includes . . .
Nate Simpson to Campaign for Council on Equity and Democracy
Council candidate Nate Simpson says he wants “to improve the overall quality of life, level of transparency and further democratize our city”
Gov. Lamont Proposes $29,501,537 Aid Increase for New Britain
Gov. Ned Lamont (D-CT) proposed a two year state budget including $29,501,537 in increased municipal aid for New Britain.
Sen. Lopes Provides Residents Vaccination Information
State Senator Rick Lopes (D-6) is spreading the word about sign-ups for residents 65 and older to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Happening in New Britain Feb 8th to 14th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Mon, Feb 8th to Sun, Feb 14th include Valentines Day.
Resolution on Board of Education Vacancy on Council Agenda
A resolution to fill a vacancy in a Republican-held seat on the Board of Education is on the agenda of the City Council.
Stewart Seeking Fifth Term as Mayor
The New Britain Republican Party has announced that Republican Mayor Erin Stewart will seek re-election.
Lee “Tre” Brown, III Exploring Council Candidacy
Community activist Lee “Tre” Brown, III has announced that he has filed an exploratory committee to consider running for City Council.
Prominent Doctor Discusses COVID-19 Vaccines at NAACP Forum
The NAACP New Britain Branch hosted a forum with Dr. Reginald Eady MD, Co-Chair of the Connecticut Vaccine Advisory Group on COVID-19 vaccines
Lacourciere Announces Candidacy for Council
Democrat Richard Lacourciere has announced that he will seek election to an At-Large seat on the New Britain City Council.
Diaspora Holding Collection for Prudence Crandall
The Diaspora Multicultural Society, Inc. is holding a supplies collection to benefit the Prudence Crandall Center’s shelter.
New Britain Schools to Receive $22,902,450 for COVID-19 Response
New Britain schools are set to receive $22,902,450 in federal pandemic response funding, Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) announced.
Alicia Strong Exploring Candidacy for Mayor
Political activist Alicia Hernandez Strong has announced that she is exploring running for Mayor of New Britain.
Democratic Legislators Back Sanchez for Mayor
The entire Democratic state legislative delegation and the Democratic Council leader announced they are backing Rep. Bobby Sanchez for Mayor.
DeLandro to Moderate Schools’ Equity Conversation
The Consolidated School District of New Britain is to host an online “Community Building Conversations Forum” on equity.
DeLandro Exploring Candidacy for Mayor
Community and Democratic leader Veronica T. DeLandro has announced that she is officially exploring candidacy for Mayor of New Britain.