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City Opening Pools But Not Splash Pads
City pools are set to open this weekend, but the city will not open the splash pads in the public parks during the summer of 2020.
City Council Declares Racism A Public Health Crisis
New Britain has joined four other cities and towns in declaring that racism is a public health crisis, with a resolution approved by the City Council.
2020 New Britain 4th of July Fireworks, “Great American Boom,” Announced
New Britain’s 2020 July 4th “Great American Boom” fireworks, celebrating Independence Day, are moving forward as a drive-in event, and in a different park.
Juneteenth Event Focuses on Activism for Change
The afternoon summer heat did not deter the commitment of marchers and protesters who celebrated Juneteenth and called for an end to systemic racism.
New Britain Public Pools and Splash Pads Open for the 2023 Summer Season
The hot summer months of 2023 are here and New Britain city pools and splash pads are open, providing relief from the heat and summer fun. The pools in New Britain’s Willow Brook Park Pool and A.W. Stanley Park Pool opened on June 17, 2023 at 1:00pm and are to close on August 12th at […]
Council to Have Special Meeting on Borrowing for Operating Expenses
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart has called the New Britain City Council into a meeting on what is described as a plan to borrow to cover annual city budgets.
Mobile COVID-19 Testing to Be At Smalley School
State Representative Bobby Sanchez (D-25) is announcing a mobile COVID-19 testing site he has been working to make available in New Britain.
City Considers Adding $30 Million Debt to Cover Deficits
Once again, under Republican Mayor Erin Stewart, the city is considering borrowing to cover the cost of city spending, now with a $70 million proposal.
Juneteenth Unity Event to Stand Against Racism
Juneteenth is taking on even greater meaning, as activism rises against racism and a growing list of unarmed Black Americans killed by police.
Police Chief to Discuss ‘Use of Force’ Policy
New Britain Police Chief Christopher Chute will present an online presentation on the New Britain Police “use of force” policy.
Stuck in the 18th Century: State Constitution Impedes Voting By Mail, Early Voting
While a score of other states have ballot access via vote by mail and periods of early voting before Election Day, Connecticut is stuck in another century.
Online Interfaith Call to Prayer Announced
Faith leaders in New Britain have announced an Interfaith Call to Prayer, to be held online by Zoom, Facebook Live and conference call.
Primary Apparent for Democrats in 24th
Democrat Richard Lacourciere has announced that he has qualified to primary endorsed Democrat, Ald. Manny Sanchez for the 24th District nomination.
Fagan League Looks Toward Opening Season
The New Britain Fagan Baseball League is looking toward opening its 2020 summer little league baseball season in late June.
Little Poland Festival Cancelled for 2020
Community leader Adrian Baron has announced, “It is with heavy heart, that we must officially announce the cancellation of the 2020 Little Poland Festival.
New Britain Little League Getting Ready to Play Ball
New Britain Little League is taking a survey as it seeks to, “spread the word,” that it, “will be running a season from late June-August.”
Council Resolution to Declare Pride in the City Month
With a City Council resolution and a flag raising, the New Britain community is celebrating LGBTQ Pride Month in New Britain.
Protesters March for Peace, Love and Justice
Approximately a thousand people marched and protested in New Britain this afternoon, as activists continue to rally against racism and for change.
Council Approves Stewart Budget 9 – 5
The majority Republican City Council approved Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s controversial city budget for the upcoming budget year.
Anti-Racism Group’s Petition Makes Demands of City
Thousands of people have apparently signed an online petition calling on the city to agree to demands for, “racial justice policies in New Britain.”