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North-Oak NRZ and HRA to Give Out Thanksgiving Turkeys
The North-Oak NRZ has announced that it and HRA will be giving out Thanksgiving turkeys for neighborhood residents.
Republican Russell’s Education Claim Called Untrue
A campaign attack by Republican candidate Alden Russell against Democratic candidate Manny Sanchez on school funding is being called untrue.
Congresswoman Hayes Holds Online New Britain Town Hall
Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (D-5) answered questions from New Britain residents at a town-hall style online forum on Tuesday evening.
Hole in the Wall to Present “Scavenger”
Just in time for Halloween, the Hole in the Wall Theater will present Richard Sebastian-Coleman’s, “Scavenger,” streaming online.
Happening in New Britain Oct 19th to 25th
New Britain meetings&events the week of Mon, Oct 19th to Sun, Oct 25th include the Interfaith Racial&Social Justice Conversation on Housing.
League of Women Voters Candidate Forum Online and On TV
The New Britain Area League of Women Voters announced that its forum for New Britain state legislative candidates is available online and TV.
‘Billsbury Turtle’ to Have Grand Opening
Billsbury Turtle, LLC has announced the Grand Opening of its downtown New Britain store – “a brand new fashion choice.”
Mayor’s Salary to be $99,026 After 13% Raise
In a party-line vote, Republicans approved a salary increase for the New Britain mayor’s position from $87,634 to, apparently, $99,026.
4th Interfaith Racial and Social Justice Conversation Focused on Housing
The New Britain Area Interfaith Conference’s fourth online Racial and Social Justice Conversation is to focus on the topic of housing.
North-Oak NRZ to Hold October Meeting
The North-Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ), the North-Oak neighborhood community organization, has announced its October meeting.
Happening in New Britain Oct 12th to 18th
New Britain city meetings and community events during the week of Mon, Oct 12th to Sun, Oct 18th include Indigenous Peoples Day 2020.
Lawrence “Larry” Hermanowski Passes Away
Well known and respected New Britain community and political leader, Lawrence “Larry” Hermanowski, passed away on October 9, 2020.
Listro Proposed for Board of Education Vacancy
Democratic Council leaders are proposing Joseph Listro of New Britain ROOTS to fill a vacancy on the New Britain Board of Education.
Education the Focus of 3rd Interfaith Racial and Social Justice Conversation
Education will be the topic at the third online Racial and Social Justice conversation by New Britain Area Interfaith Conference.
Early Voting by Absentee Ballot Begins
Voters who have already submitted applications have begun receiving absentee ballots, enabling them to vote early in the November 3 election.
New Britain Is Using Two Ballot Drop Boxes At City Hall For Now: Legislators Get Two More OK’d For Heavy Presidential Turnout
So far Bernacki is confining use of the drop boxes to City Hall and is reluctant to set up more citing insufficient personnel and time…
Farmers to Families Food Box Program at St. James
St. James Missionary Baptist Church and Kingdom International Economic Development are presenting a Farmers to Families Food Box Program.
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.