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Brown, Porcher & Davis Honored by NAACP
The New Britain NAACP celebrated its 2019 Freedom Fund Dinner, honoring Briggitte Brown, Chris Porcher and Trinene Davis. The Freedom Fund Dinner was held on September 27th at St. George Hellenic Center. The event was hosted by Dr. Peggy Lampkin. The event is the annual gala event that supports the mission of the NAACP New […]
Climate Change Subject of Special Meeting
The City Council’s Consolidated Committee will hold a special meeting to consider a proposed resolution declaring a, “climate emergency.”
The Haunting of Hill House at HITW
The Hole in the Wall Theater is getting us ready for the Halloween season with the premiere of it production of “The Haunting of Hill House.”
Images From the President Duda Visit
Frank Gerratana, New Britain’s contemporary photo historian, captured in images the visit of President Andrzej Duda of the Republic of Poland to New Britain
Dr. Lampkin Calls for City Ban on Vaping
By Peggy Lampkin. I am writing to request a ban in our fair city of New Britain of all e-cigarettes and vaping, like so many other mayors across the …
PAL Karate Programs Beginning
The New Britain Police Athletic League (PAL) has announced that its Fall karate programming will begin soon.
NAACP to Honor, Davis, Brown and Porcher
The NAACP New Britain Branch has announced the three honorees for its upcoming Freedom Fund Dinner.
LWV to Host School Board Candidate Discussion
The New Britain Area League of Women Voters are hosting a Panel Discussion featuring 2019 candidates for Board of Education.
“Chairway to Heaven” Presented at Art Museum
The New Britain Museum of American Art is showcasing the craftsmanship of Shaker Furniture and inviting the public to a lecture on this practical art form.
Diaspora Festival Brings Community Together
People enjoyed live music, food and vendors at the Diaspora Multicultural Society’s Second Annual Multicultural Festival.
Immigrant Heritage Hall of Fame to Honor 2019 Inductees
Former Democratic Mayor Lucian Pawlak and CCSU President, Dr. Zulma Toro, are among the 2019 inductees of the Immigrant Heritage Hall of Fame.
Rosemary Klotz To Be Honored At Democratic Party Women’s Leadership Brunch
Rosemary Klotz, executive aide to two mayors and volunteer for Democratic campaigns in New Britain, will be honored by the state Democratic Party.
President of Poland to Visit New Britain
The President of the Republic of Poland, Andrzej Duda, will be visiting New Britain, Poland’s Consul General and Honorary Consul have announced.
NAACP Freedom Fund Dinner Soon
The 2019 Freedom Fund Dinner, the annual gala event supporting the mission of the NAACP New Britain Branch, is approaching fast.
Brothers Grimm ‘Spectaculathon’ at HITW
The Hole in the Wall Theater is presenting a ‘Spectaculathon,’ a comical take on classic stories from the Brothers Grimm.
New Britain ROOTS Plans Garden Crawl
New Britain ROOTS is planning its Second Annual Brunch Garden Crawl event to raise funds for the organization’s programs.
Tobacco and Marijuana Ban Set for Final Vote
The City Council may ban use of tobacco and marijuana in public buildings, parks and school grounds in the city at its upcoming meeting.
NAACP Greets Students and Staff on First School Day
With the school year beginning, members of the New Britain NAACP gathered to greet students and staff on the first day of classes.
Baron Defends Reid Cancellation
As President of the Polonia Business Association, I have been asked to respond to the recent controversy surrounding the cancelled talk of a self described historian in New Britain.
Diaspora Empowerment Series To Discuss Urban Education
The Diaspora Multicultural Society will focus its next First Fridays Empowerment Series event on the subject of Urban Education.