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Sanchez Campaigns on Health Care, Education, Fair Taxation
The Democratic City Council leader, Ald. Manny Sanchez (D-AL), is campaigning for the 24th District seat on health care, education, pay equity
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Endorses Lacourciere
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition has announced online that is has endorsed Richard Lacourciere in the Democratic primary for the 24th District. Lacourciere is running in the August 11, 2020 primary against the endorsed Democratic candidate city Ald. Manny Sanchez (D-AL). The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition emerged from the protests and activism against […]
“Branches of Unity” Tree Felled
Among the many trees and limbs on the ground this morning, one was the “Branches of Unity” tree outside the Board of Education building.
Shaker Gift Drawing Exhibit to Open at NBMAA
Rare “gift” or “spirit” drawings created by Shaker women will be featured in the upcoming exhibit at the New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA). The exhibit, Anything but Simple: Shaker Gift Drawings and the Women Who Made Them, is a part of the Museum’s 2020/20+ Women @ NBMAA series celebrating women artists, which, the […]
The “Leaf Jumpers” To Play at 2020 Walnut Hill Park Summer Music Series
The 2020 Summer Music Series is planned to feature “Leaf Jumpers” at its Wednesday concert at New Britain’s historic Walnut Hill Park.
Republican Candidate For 26th District Stirred Social Media Controversy in 2015
“Racially Divisive” Posts Sunk Ceglarz’ Council Candidacy In The ’15 Municipal. By John McNamara. The New Britain Republican Town Committee’s (NBRTC)…
North-Oak NRZ to Discuss Future Plans with Non-Profits
Pastor Dana Smith, President of the North-Oak NRZ is preparing to reach out to local non-profit organizations to discuss future plans in the neighborhood.
Coalition Places Bizzarro “On Notice”
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition said its members, “strongly condemn Senator Gennaro Bizzarro for voting against the,” police accountability law.
NBMAA Extends 2020/20+Women Exhibition Schedule
The New Britain Museum of American Art has announced that it is extending its 2020/20+Women series of exhibitions devoted to the work of women artists.
Bizzarro Opposes Police Accountability Legislation
Sen. Gennaro Bizzarro (R-6), voted against the state police accountability legislation that was approved in the state legislature.
Americans With Disabilities Act Celebrated at 30 Years
July 26, 2020 is the thirtieth anniversary of the landmark Americans With Disabilities Act enacted to advance the civil rights of people with disabilities.
New Britain Representatives Divided on Police Legislation
New Britain’s three Democratic State Representatives voted for the proposed police accountability legislation, while the one Republican opposed.
Call Made for a People’s Agenda in New Britain
Community leaders and organizers held a press conference to advocate for a Peoples Agenda to, “call for racial justice and economic equity.”
New Britain State Representatives Vote For Expanded Absentee Balloting
New Britain State Representatives gave overwhelming support for a bill to allow every voter to vote by absentee ballot because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Under the Cover of COVID: Four Democratic Councillors Excluded From July Meeting
Mayor Pulls Plug On Remote Access For Common Council Members… Four Democratic City Councillors, expecting teleconference access because of the state-…
Lack of Mayoral Leadership in New Britain During the Pandemic
By Alderman Aram Ayalon. Unfortunately, in New Britain, mayor Erin Stewart failed to provide the leadership needed to combat the pandemic.
School District to Announce Re-Opening Plans
The Consolidated School District of New Britain says that it will soon announce its reopening plans and will hold a virtual town hall on it for parents.
What Common Vaccines Do You Need?
By Dr. Peggy Lampkin, MD – Vaccines are especially important for older adults, but do you know which ones you need?
NBHS to Hold Second Summer Session
There is to be a second session of summer New Britain High School classes, to be held online, and the registration for the session ends this week.
New Britain Schools Change Columbus Day to Indigenous People Day
The New Britain Board of Education has voted to permanently change the city schools’ recognition of Columbus Day to Indigenous People Day.