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Republicans Vote Down Proposal for Strong Police Review Board
The Republican majority on a Council committee voted down a Democratic proposal to strengthen the police review board proposal
Book Sale to Support Public Library
Friends of New Britain Public Library are holding a “Mini Fall Book Sale” to benefit the New Britain Public Library.
Lacourciere Endorses Sanchez in 24th District
Democrat Richard Lacourciere announced his endorsement of Democrat Ald. Manny Sanches (D-AL) in the election for the 24th Assembly district.
League of Women Voters Seeks Debate Questions
The New Britain Area League of Women Voters is seeking questions to be asked of local legislative candidates at its candidate forum.
Parks and Rec After School Program Applications Open
New Britain Parks and Recreation has announced that applications are open for its 2020-2021 “Every Kid Counts” after school programs.
Jr. Canes Announce Week 2 Game Results
The Jr. Canes have announced the results of the week 2 football games of its 2020 season, with three wins our of four games played.
Happy Rosh Hashanah From the New Britain Progressive
Happy Rosh Hashanah from the New Britain Progressive and best wishes for a happy, healthy, hopeful, peaceful and joyous New Year.
Absentee Ballot Applications in the Mail
As expected, applications for absentee ballots from Secretary of the State Denise Merrill have been arriving in the mail because of COVID-19.
North-Oak NRZ September Meeting Planned
The North-Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ) has announced its regular public meeting for the month of September.
Food, Music and Community at Diaspora Festival
The Diaspora Multicultural Society’s Third Multicultural Festival brought music and food to a warm late summer afternoon.
Independent Party Nominates Walczak for Congress
Bruce Walczak has been nominated by the Connecticut Independent Party to run for the 5th Congressional District, which includes New Britain.
Working Families Endorses New Britain Legislators
“I’m honored to be endorsed by the Working Families Party,” said State Representative Bobby Sanchez (D-25), one of five New Britain Democratic legislators cross-endorsed by the Connecticut Working Families Party.
Women, Art & Social Change at NBMAA
Art about and that has been a part of women’s empowerment is the focus of the next exhibit at the New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA).
Women, Art & Social Change at NBMAA
Art about and that has been a part of women’s empowerment is the focus of the next exhibit at the New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA).
AFL-CIO Endorses Hayes, Lopes, Sanchez and Tercyak
The Connecticut AFL-CIO labor union federation has announced it has endorsed the candidacies of Hayes, Lopes, Sanchez and Tercyak.
Racial Justice Coalition Seeks Volunteers for Breakfast Program
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is seeking volunteers for free community breakfasts it plans in different neighborhoods in the city.
Happening in New Britain Sep 7th to Sep 13th
New Britain meetings and community events during the week of Mon, Sept 7th to Sun, Sept 13th includes the Diaspora Multicultural Festival.
Lopes Announces Sierra Club Endorsement
Democratic State Senate Candidate and current State Rep. Rick Lopes (D-24) announced that he has been endorsed by the Sierre Club.
15% Raise Proposed for Mayor, Other Officials
The salary of New Britain’s mayor would increase 15% under a proposed resolution under consideration in the City Council.
Public Library Posts Open Hours
The New Britain Public Library has posted hours when the Library is open six days per week, with restrictions due to the pandemic.