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Proposal Would Change Ordinances to Two Gender Pronouns
A City Council proposal would make changes to gender references in city ordinances, mainly by referring to male and female pronouns, instead of just male.
Rollback Proposal Tabled After Public Testimony in Support of Retail Bag Ordinance
A controversial proposal to roll back New Britain’s ordinance on retail bags was tabled after public testimony was all in opposition to the plan.
Hearing Planned on Rollback of Retail Bag Ordinance
A City Council committee is set to hold a hearing on the controversial proposal to roll back New Britain’s ordinance on retail bags.
Remembering Emma Pierce: The Life Of The Party
Emma Pierce, matriarch of her family and a leader of boundless love, energy and spunk for Democrats and her New Britain community, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 29th at the age of 91.
Bysiewicz Promotes Census Count in New Britain
Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz (D-CT) joined local leaders in New Britain to promote efforts to ensure that everyone is counted in the 2020 Census.
4 Minutes to Cross the Street
Pedestrians following to law to avoid threatened $92 fines have to take up to four minutes to cross a prominent New Britain street corner.
$126 for Public Information on Alleged Theft
New Britain City Hall is charging $126 for public information requested concerning a former city administrator allegedly accused of theft.
Lopes Named Chair of Banking Committee
State Rep. Rick Lopes (D-24) has been named to the important position of Chair of the state legislature’s Banking Committee.
Cardoso Reportedly Granted Permanent Residency
A longtime New Britain resident, who had been facing deportation, has reportedly been granted permanent residency in the United States.
Rollback Proposed on Retail Bag Ordinance
A Council proposal would repeal most of a city ordinance banning plastic single use retail carry-out bags and requiring charges for paper carry out bags.
Public Information Sought in Alleged Corruption Scandal
The New Britain Progressive is seeking public information from City Hall related to the alleged corruption scandal involving a former city administrator.
Republican Candidate Under Fire for Alleged Comments
Robert Hyde, a Republican 2020 candidate for the Congressional district representing New Britain, is being criticized for an alleged online comment.
Merrill Gay Elected School Board President
School board member Merrill Gay has announced that he has been elected as the President of the New Britain Board of Education.
Tercyak Recieves 100% from Environment League
State Rep. Peter Tercyak (D-26) has announced that the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) has scored his voting record as 100% in 2019.
Tax Refund Resolution Apparently Takes Effect Without Stewart Signature
A City Council resolution with a provision to refund $1,807,753 in surplus to taxpayers appears to have taken effect without Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s signature, according to Ald. Carlo Carlozzi (D-5).
“A Class Act”
The latest Stewart scandal is drawing widespread condemnation, as people react to a triumphalist, middle-finger gesture at a public Republican event.
Total Republican Control
Republicans will resume one-party control of New Britain City Hall, with both Republican Mayor Erin Stewart a Republican-controlled City Council.
Candidates & Voting Places in City Election Today
The 2019 New Britain city election has arrived, with Democratic Mayoral candidate Chris Porcher challenging Republican Mayor Erin Stewart, along with petitioning candidate Deivone Tanksley.
Candidates & Voting Places in City Election Today
The 2019 New Britain city election has arrived, with Democratic Mayoral candidate Chris Porcher challenging Republican Mayor Erin Stewart, along with petitioning candidate Deivone Tanksley.
Democrats Blast Stewart Over Taxes
City Council Democrats issued a statement late on November 4th blasting Republican Mayor Erin Stewart, saying that she is blocking refunds to taxpayers.