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Foodshare Holding “Turkey and 30” Drive
With the Thanksgiving holiday approaching, Foodshare is planning a “Turkey to 30” drive, asking for contributions to help people in need.
HITW Performing “It’s a Wonderful Life”
As the holiday season draws nearer, Hole in the Wall Theater will be performing the popular classic story, “It’s a Wonderful Life: The Radio Drama.”
“Breakfast with Santa” Planned
New Britain Parks and Recreations is to have a “Breakfast with Santa” event, and is providing information for how to register.
Jr Canes Fundraise to Send 11U Team to Nationals
The 11U Jr Canes football team has won their way to the National Championships and New Britain Youth Football and Cheer is raising funds to send them there.
“Paint and Sip” at Diaspora
With cold winter air arriving, the Diaspora Multicultural Society is planning an activity to inspire people artistically around a winter theme.
Inauguration Day in New Britain
Images of New Britain’s 2019 city Inauguration Day by Photojournalist Frank Gerratana.
Tax Refund Resolution Apparently Takes Effect Without Stewart Signature
A City Council resolution with a provision to refund $1,807,753 in surplus to taxpayers appears to have taken effect without Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s signature, according to Ald. Carlo Carlozzi (D-5).
“A Class Act”
The latest Stewart scandal is drawing widespread condemnation, as people react to a triumphalist, middle-finger gesture at a public Republican event.
Black Ministers Alliance to Hold Thanksgiving Unity Service
The Black Ministers Alliance of New Britain will have a Thanksgiving Unity Service this Friday.
Total Republican Control
Republicans will resume one-party control of New Britain City Hall, with both Republican Mayor Erin Stewart a Republican-controlled City Council.
Democrats Blast Stewart Over Taxes
City Council Democrats issued a statement late on November 4th blasting Republican Mayor Erin Stewart, saying that she is blocking refunds to taxpayers.
Is Stewart Education Claim Untrue?
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s claim that she increased schools funding by “more than $7 million” does not appear to be supported by the facts in her budget.
Hiring Announced for 2020 Census
The United States Bureau of the Census has announced that it is hiring for jobs performing the national census conducted every ten years.
Council Democrats Press for Tax Refund Approval
Council Democrats are calling a special meeting to consider overriding “any potential veto” by Mayor Erin Stewart of a tax refund resolution.
Interfaith Alliance Launches Progressive Agenda
Hundreds of people gathered at CCSU’s Welte Auditorium for the official launching of the Greater Hartford Interfaith Action Alliance.
League of Women Voters Announce Debate Broadcasts
The New Britain Area League of Women Voters has announced that its October 19th city candidates debate will be broadcast on TV and online.
Council Votes to Refund $1,807,753 to Taxpayers
The City Council approved an amendment proposed by Ald. Carlo Carlozzi, Jr. (D-5) to refund $1,807,753 in surplus to taxpayers.
Stewart Ran With Candidate After Alleged Bigoted Comments
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart ran with a Republican politician in 2015 after he was widely condemned, including by her, for making bigoted comments.
Interfaith Alliance to Be Officially Launched
Leaders of different faiths will launch a new organization, the Greater Hartford Interfaith Action Alliance, in New Britain next week. “Imagine what life in our Greater Hartford region could be like if our religious institutions actually possessed the moral force to make it a more just and equitable place?” organizers say. The new organization is […]
ParaDYM to Hold “Media Masquerade”
ParaDYM Academy will hold a “Media Masquerade” to honor OIC Director Paulette Fox and raise funds for ParaDYM’s programs for youth.