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Strong Proposes Housing Reform Policies
Democratic Mayoral candidate Alicia Hernandez Strong has proposed a series of housing policies aimed at helping city residents.
Community Celebrates Mr. Alton Brooks’ 100th Birthday
Family, friends and community members gathered to celebrate Mr. Alton Brooks in honor of his 100th Birthday.
DeLandro Thanks Supporters in Exit from Mayoral Campaign
Democratic leader and Mayoral candidate Veronica T. DeLandro thanked supporters and the people of New Britain in announcing the end of her 2021 Mayoral campaign.
Strong Slate Announces Primary Qualification
Activist and Democratic Mayoral candidate Alicia Hernandez Strong has announced that she has qualified for a Democratic Mayoral primary.
100 Black Man March Held for Unity
Local ministers led dozens of residents in a 100 Black Man March for Unity, raising attention to issues of economic empowerment, education and opposing racism.
DeLandro and Strong Announce Petitioning for Primary
Democratic Mayoral candidates Veronica T. DeLandro and Alicia Hernandez Strong have both announced petitioning to qualify for a primary.
Ald. Chris Anderson Next New Britain Forum Guest
Ald. Chris Anderson, Council Assistant Minority Leader, is to be the guest on the New Britain Forum by the New Britain Progressive.
List of Party Committee Endorsed Candidates Published
The candidates endorsed by the town committees of the New Britain Democratic and Republican parties have been released.
Rivera Endorsed for Probate Judge
New Britain Attorney Bill Rivera has received the endorsement of the Democratic Party Convention for Probate Judge, with a primary likely.
Democrats Endorse Candidates for City Offices
New Britain Democratic Town Committee endorsed candidates for city offices, while primaries are expected for Mayor and At-Large Council.
Rep. Sanchez Wins Democratic Town Committee Mayoral Endorsement
Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) has been endorsed for Mayor by the New Britain Democratic Party’s Town Committee, but a primary is expected.
Republican Leader Cancels Call-In Public Input
The Republican City Council leader, Ald. Daniel Salerno (R-AL) has announced an end to call-in public comments at Council meetings.
Democrat DeLandro Announces $65,000 in Individual Donations for Mayor
Democratic Mayoral Candidate Veronica T. DeLandro has announced that she has received $65,000 in individual campaign contributions.
Atty. Bill Rivera Announces Candidacy for Probate Judge
Former City Council Majority Leader Bill Rivera has announced that he is seeking the Democratic Party nomination for Probate Judge.
Rep. Sanchez Announces $70,000 in Mayoral Campaign Fundraising
Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) has announced that he has raised nearly $70,000 in donations toward his campaign for Mayor of New Britain.
Leaders Speak Out Against Crime Politics
Two candidates for Mayor of New Britain and the leader of the State Senate are criticizing the politics of crime.
New Britain Celebrates Independence Day
Days of cool and wet weather gave way just in time to allow New Britain residence to enjoy an exuberant celebration on our country’s July 4th.
New Britain Forum, Instead of Debate, Now Planned
The New Britain Progressive will focus on its new online TV news show, New Britain Forum, instead of its previously planned candidate debate.
Parties Can Limit Time for Primary Challengers to Petition
When the Democratic Town Committee chooses to hold its endorsement meeting effects by a week how long challengers have to collect signatures.
Candidates Talk Economic Development
Candidates for the Democratic nomination Mayor are talking about issues facing the city, including economic development.