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NAACP and Black Democrats Host Education Town Hall
The NAACP New Britain Branch and the Black Democratic Club of New Britain opened the 2019 Black History Month with a Town Hall Meeting on education in New Britain. About seventy people attended the event, led by Michele Stewart Copes and a panel that included NAACP Education Chair Gerri Brown Springer, schools Superintendent Nancy Sarra, […]
Protest Held in Police Shooting Case
A demonstration was held at the New Britain Police HQ, protesting the Fairfield prosecutor’s decision to clear police officers in a 2017 shooting incident.
Ban on Retail Plastic Bags Proposed
“Paper or plastic?” would no longer be an option for carry-out bags in New Britain retailers under a proposal being considered by the City Council.
Lopes Nominated by Working Families Party
State Representative Rick Lopes (D-24) has received the nomination of the Working Families Party for State Senate in the upcoming special election.
Martin Luther King Corridors Initiative Announced
The Black Ministers Alliance and a coalition of other organizations have announced the creation of a Martin Luther King, Jr. Corridors Initiative.
Rep. Sanchez Makes “Respect” for Early Childhood Educators A Priority As New Chair of Education Committee
Rep. Bobby Sanchez is the new Chair of the Legislature’s Education Committee who brings a strong background in early childhood education to his leadership.
Lopes Nominated by Democrats for Senate
State Rep. Rick Lopes (D-24) was nominated by Democrats to run for the State Senate in the upcoming special election at their nominating convention.
Legislators Speak at LWV Forum
The New Britain Area League of Women Voters held its Legislative Breakfast with area state legislators on January 19, 2019. Legislators representing different neighborhoods of New Britain spoke to the public about issues coming up in the state legislative session that just began. Former State Sen. Terry Gerratana (D-6), who was recently appointed as a […]
Council Considers Climate Emergency Declaration
The City Council is considering a resolution to declare a, “climate emergency,” and set a goal of eliminating greenhouse gas emissions in the city by 2030.
Candidates Prepare for Senate Special Election
Candidates and the two parties are getting ready for the upcoming special election to fill the Senate seat that was represented by Sen. Terry Gerratana.
Lamont and New Britain Legislators Sworn-In
While New Britain legislators began a new two-year term of office, Gov. Ned Lamont (D-CT) and Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz (D-CT) were sworn-in.
Rep. Lopes Announces Run for Senate
Democratic State Rep. Rick Lopes (D-24) has announced his candidacy to succeed Sen. Terry Gerratana (D-6) in the State Senate.
Sen. Gerratana Appointed to Lamont Administration
State Senator Terry Gerratana (D-6) has accepted a senior position in the administration of incoming Gov. Ned Lamont (D-CT), working on health care policy.
Sanchez Named Chair of Education Committee
State Representative Bobby Sanchez (D-25) has been named as the Chair of the state House of Representatives’ Education Committee.
Emancipation Proclamation Day Celebrated
The Black Ministers Alliance rang in the New Year with New Britain’s 2019 annual celebration of Emancipation Proclamation Day.
Gerratana Returns as Health Committee Chair
Sen. Terry Gerratana (D-6) has been named as the Chair of the state legislature’s Public Health Committee for the two year term that begins in January.
CCSU Building Named After Ebenezer Bassett
The state Board of Regents for Higher Education has voted unanimously to name the Central Connecticut State University Social Sciences Hall in honor of Ebenezer Don Carlos Bassett. A number people from New Britain and others spoke in support of the naming in honor of Bassett at the meeting on December 13, 2018, including the […]
Homeless Memorial Day Services Planned
The 2018 Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day will be held at the South Church on December 21st, the day with the longest night of the year.
Mr. Alton Brooks Raises Concerns About Diminished Human Rights and Opportunities Office
Mr. Alton Brooks spoke to City Council, expressing concerns about the diminished role and facilities of the city’s Human Rights and Opportunities office.
Council Votes Down Raises for Mayor, Other Top Officials
The City Council has voted down a resolution to potentially increase the salary for the mayor and other top city elected and appointed officials.