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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.
Community Labor Day BBQ at Howey House
Community organizations are sponsoring a “Howey House Labor Day BBQ” event at the Friendship Center‘s location on North Street.
School District Delays School Opening to Sept 8th
New Britain schools are to open on September 8, 2020 instead of the previously planned date of September 3rd.
Public Hearing on Advisory-Only Police Review Board to be Sept 10th
The public hearing on the proposal to create an advisory-only “independent” “Police Civilian Review Board” appointed entirely by the mayor is to be September 10th.
“Sights and Sounds of Motown” to be Held at Walnut Hill Park
Adrian Elliott has announced a “Sights and Sounds of Motown 2” concert to be held in Walnut Hill Park in September.
PAL Raiders Plan Latin Night Event
The New Britain Police Athletic League (PAL) says, “PAL Latin Night is Back!”, announcing the event in support of PAL’s youth programs.
Schools to Hold Orientations and Technology Distribution
The New Britain school district has announced that there will be orientation sessions and educational technology distribution next week.
Racial Justice Coalition Platform Promotes Equality
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition announced its Platform&Program, for ending racism and ensuring economic and political equity.
Public Hearing Planned on Advisory-Only Police Review Board – RESCHEDULED
A public hearing is planned on the proposal for an advisory-only “independent” “Police Civilian Review Board” appointed entirely by the mayor
New Britain 2020-2021 School Calendar Start Date CHANGED to Sept 8th
Editor’s note (8/31/2020): Since this article was originally published, the start date of school was changed from September 3, 2020 to September 8th. While starting in unusual times, the 2020-2021 New Britain school school year is set to begin on September 8th and run through June 11th. The Consolidated School District of New Britain has […]
North Oak NRZ VP Sandoval Writes Kids’ Book on COVID-19
Manny Sandoval, a community activist, who is North-Oak NRZ VP, wrote children’s book on the questions and concerns kids have about COVID-19.
2020 Osgood Shootout Scholarships Awarded
The pandemic may be preventing tournament games, but Coach Darwin Shaw has announced six scholarships from the Osgood Shootout Tournament.
Racial Justice Coalition Plans Free Breakfast – POSTPONED
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition has announced that it plans to hold a free breakfast event to, “build community.”
Diaspora Planning September 2020 Multicultural Festival
The Diaspora Multicultural Society is making preparations for its 3rd Annual Multicultural Festival this September.
Community Leaders Rebuke Racist Comments
Community leaders delivered strongly worded rebukes about racist comments made against removing the New Britain Christopher Columbus statue.