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“Amazing Stories” at NBMAA
The New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA) has announced its exhibition of works by New York-based artist Pablo Helguera.
North-Oak NRZ to Hold Meeting, Planning Clean-Up
The North-Oak NRZ has announced that its regular monthly meeting will be April 25th, as it prepares for its May 4th community clean-up event.
Sanchez Announces State Black & Puerto Rican Caucus Town Hall
Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) has announced that the Black and Puerto Rican Caucus of the state legislature will hold a town hall meeting in New Britain. “Please join us and come with your concerns or support of policies being discussed this session: Tolls, Education, Marijuana, health care etc.,” said Sanchez. The town hall meeting will […]
Sanchez Announces State Black & Puerto Rican Caucus Town Hall
Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) has announced that the Black and Puerto Rican Caucus of the state legislature will hold a town hall meeting in New Britain. “Please join us and come with your concerns or support of policies being discussed this session: Tolls, Education, Marijuana, health care etc.,” said Sanchez. The town hall meeting will […]
Stewart Faces First Election After Law-Breaking
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart says that she is seeking re-election, facing voters for the first time after being found to have violated state election law.
North-Oak NRZ Plans May 4th Neighborhood Clean-Up
The North-Oak NRZ is planning a neighborhood clean-up in May, continuing its longstanding activist efforts to improve quality of life in the area.
Democrat Porcher Announces Candidacy for Mayor
Democrat Christopher Porcher kicked off his campaign for mayor, saying that he wants City Hall to represent everybody in New Britain. “I am running for mayor,”said Porcher, “because I absolutely feel that the city of New Britain needs to be reunited again.” He said that the city’s people, “deserve to be in the room and […]
Stewart Budgets One Time Revenue and School Funding
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart has submitted a budget that appears to use one time revenue to keep taxes level and pass a state grant on the city schools.
PAL Football, Cheer and Karate Registration Open
The New Britain Police Athletic League (PAL) has announced that registration for its football, cheer and karate programs are open.
Democratic Panel Chooses Porcher for Mayor
Local activist Chris Porcher has been chosen by the New Britain Democrats’ Nominating Committee to run for mayor in this year’s election.
MLK Honored With Call to Support Education
Dr. Nicole Sanders, delivered a call to support education at the ceremonies held in honor of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
“Spark the Park” Clean-Up Held in Willow Street Park
The North-Oak NRZ teamed up with EbLens for a “Spark the Park” springtime neighborhood clean up at the Willow Street Park.
Stewart to Submit Budget to Council April 10th
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart is to officially submit her city budget for upcoming year at a special meeting of the City Council to be held on April 10th.
TRIAD to Hold ‘Senior Prom’
New Britain TRIAD’s popular ‘Senior Prom’ event for local seniors is coming up, with the 2019 Prom themed, “Under the Sea.”
Council Seeks Departments’ Input on Solar Energy
The City Council has asked city departments and other officials for their input on options for converting the city to solar energy.
State Bill Would Allow City to Make Voting Age 16
If a bill under consideration at the State Capitol is approved, the city would be authorized to lower the voting age in local elections to sixteen.
“Bent But Not Broken” Presented by Ruby’s Realm
Ruby’s Realm Production is presenting “Bent But Not Broken,” a stage play about money turning out to not be the answer for a wealthy family.
Democrats Oppose $13M City Hall Budget Increase
City Council Democrats have proposed a resolution opposing a $13 million budget increase proposed by Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s city Finance Board.
Chute Nominated Chief of Police
A resolution confirming the nomination of Acting Police Chief of Police Christopher Chute for the permanent position of Chief is before the City Council.
“Spark the Park” North-Oak Clean-Up
Continuing its active community organizing, the North-Oak NRZ is teaming up with EbLens for a “Spark the Park” springtime neighborhood clean up in April.