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Council Republicans to Appoint Mattabassett Board Members
In its first meeting, the new Republican-dominated City Council is to appoint two Republicans to the Mattabassett District Commission.
Stewart Wins Election for Mayor, Carries in Other Republicans
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart has won re-election and carried in other Republican candidates for nearly every other office possible.
Fire at Berkowitz Building Site
Fire broke out today in front of the long-blighted Berkowitz building on Main Street, apparently engulfing a piece of construction equipment.
Election Day Arrives in New Britain
The election between Democrat Bobby Sanchez and Republican Erin Stewart for Mayor and for other city offices will be decided by voters today.
Black Democratic Club Endorses Sanchez and Slate
The New Britain Black Democratic Club has announced that it has endorsed Bobby Sanchez for Mayor and other Democratic candidates.
Bysiewicz, Wooden Advocate for Sanchez
Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz and State Treasurer Shawn Wooden supported Rep. Bobby Sanchez’ campaign for Mayor Thursday evening.
Candidates and Polling Places in 2021 Election
On Tuesday, November 2nd, voters go to the polls to vote for Mayor, City Council, Board of Education and other city offices.
Stewart Education Claims Called “Lies”
Former Democratic Mayoral candidate Alicia Hernandez Strong and others are criticizing Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s education claims.
Democratic Council Candidate Questions Police Handling of Incident
Basil A. Green, a Democratic candidate running for City Council, is questioning the handling by the Police Department of an alleged incident.
DeLandro Endorses Sanchez for Mayor
Former Democratic Mayoral candidate Veronica T. DeLandro endorsed Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) for Mayor of New Britain.
Hayes Endorses Sanchez for Mayor
Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (D-5) endorsed Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) for Mayor of New Britain at a recent event held in the city.
DeLandro and Sanchez Named Among 100 Most Influential Blacks in Connecticut
Two important leaders in New Britain, Veronica T. DeLandro and Manny Sanchez, have been named among the state’s 100 Most Influential Blacks.
Strong Endorses Sanchez for Mayor
Democrat Alicia Hernandez Strong has endorsed Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) in his campaign for Mayor of New Britain.
Racial Justice Coalition to Hold Indigenous People’s Day Teach-In
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning an Indigenous People’s Day Teach-In event at the Main Street Columbus Statue.
Hole In the Wall Theater Hosts “The Nether”
The Hole in the Wall Theater is hosting the Backyard Theater Ensemble’s presentation of Jennifer Haley’s “The Nether.”
Hope and Frustration Expressed at Community Conversation
Hope and possibility, along with frustration were expressed by people at recent the “New Britain Community Conversation” event.
Stewart Backs Ally Censured for Misconduct
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart reportedly brushed-off an official censure of a Republican ally on the Board of Education.
Working Families Cross-Endorse Sanchez and Council Candidates
The Working Families Party have nominated Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) and all five members of his At-Large Council slate.
Sanchez Criticizes Stewart Over School Comments
Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) sharply criticized Republican Mayor Erin Stewart over Stewart’s New Britain High School comments.
NBHS Returns to In-School Classes
NBHS’s Principal has announced that in-school classes will resume this week, after earlier announcing three days of remote learning.