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Surrounded by dignitaries and cheering supporters, New Britain Democratic State Rep Bobby Sanchez (D-25) announced…
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Friendship Center’s Cold Weather Triage Program Is Open To Help Unhoused NEW BRITAIN – A…
News Analysis
State Aid Needed To Implement Allen Street Capital Improvements In New Britain By John McNamara…
The Arts
By Carlos Ayala Hollow I lost his handHe disappeared into the crowd It’s not what I was trying to do to surviveIt’s what I was doing to die How long must we suffer The pain The lies How can we hideFrom these evil eyes The light shines But, I remain in the shadows Power All […]
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Dear Neighbors and Ward Four Residents, My name is Carol Austad, and my husband, Robert…
Community News
Friends of the New Britain Public Library is presenting a Media and Music Bonanza. Friends…
History
Finding A Common Thread of Racial and Social Justice in 1988 and 2024 By John…
Flooding Series
All of our recent storm-sewer flooding updates and narratives with photos and documents are published…
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Friends of the New Britain Public Library is presenting a Media and Music Bonanza. Friends of the New Britain Public Library say, The Sale features DVDs (including Blu-Ray) of almost every genre, CDs, LPs, sheet music (some dating back to the 1920’s), songbooks, hardcover Rock and Roll books, and greeting cards for all occasions. All […]
All of our recent storm-sewer flooding updates and narratives with photos and documents are published on-line in the New Britain Progressive’s Flooding Series. To: Mayor Stewart, Chief of Staff Dorsey and Our Alderpersons: As Mayor Stewart noted back in 2013, “The Allen St. Project is our most pressing need. The Allen St. Project is critical […]
Surrounded by dignitaries and cheering supporters, New Britain Democratic State Rep Bobby Sanchez (D-25) announced that he is running to be Mayor of New Britain. Speaking to a crowd of 200 cheering Sanchez supporters, Lt Gov Susan Bysiewicz (D) introduced Sanchez, saying that she and Gov Ned Lamont (D) were endorsing his candidacy. She praised […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, July 15th to 21st
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, July 21, 2024 include.
Council Leader Supports DeFronzo for State Representative
To The Editor: David DeFronzo, the endorsed Democrat running for 26th State Representative in the August 13th Primary, will be an effective leader for the city and the district if he is elected to the Legislature this year. Mr. DeFronzo is listening and understands the needs of the community. He will bring energy and know […]
Op-Ed: Tax and Spend Republicans in New Britain
By Aram Ayalon Recently, the New Britain Progressive reported that the city of New Britain is yet again, late in submitting its audit report, this time 6 months late instead of a year late for the 2022 budget – a slight improvement but still adds to the financial woes the city has experienced in the […]
Training and Motivation Center Hosting Sneaker Day Party to Benefit Back to School Event
The Training and Motivation Center (TMC) is hosting its First Annual Sneaker Day Party to benefit its well-known annual Back to School event. The nonprofit TMC says that they are, “bringing the entire community together this summer with their inaugural Sneaker Day Party.” “I’ve been wanting to do a Sneaker Party event like this for […]
Council Plans Public Hearing and Meeting on Late City Audits
The New Britain City Council is set to hold a hearing and meeting on the city financial audit reports that were reported to the state late two years in a row by the administration of Mayor Erin Stewart (R). The report for the city budget year that was from July 1, 2022 to June 30, […]
Multicultural Business Potluck Networking Event Planned
The New Britain NAACP is hosting a Multicultural Business Potluck Networking Event. Event organizers say, “Join us for an inspiring gathering where entreprenuers from diverse backgrounds come together to share ideas, feast, and fellowship.” The event is on July 29, 2024 at 6:30pm at 177 Sexton Street. “Bring your specialty dish,” say event organizers. More […]
Reader Supports Ayalon and Property Tax Cap
Dear Editor, Last year my condo property was reassessed and I got a 43% property tax increase. This July, I got a mill rate increase of about $100 per/year. The 2024 mill rate for Greenwich (one of the wealthiest communities in CT) is 11.39. In New Britain it’s 38.28 with another increase already set for […]
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Hosting Dinner Fundraiser
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is hosting a Dinner Fundraiser to support its work. The organization says, Step up for justice on July 25th! Join us for a transformative fundraiser supporting our mission for racial equity in New Britain. Together, we can make a powerful impact. Don’t miss out! The event is Thursday, July 25, […]
“Lawyers in the Library” to be at New Britain Public Library
The New Britain Public Library says that, New Britain Public Library, in collaboration with the Connecticut Bar Association, is now working with local attorneys to offer the program “Lawyers in Libraries.” If you have questions or a case that involves immigration law, family law, consumer rights, personal injury, or a landlord/tenant conflict, you can sign […]
Rev. Brian K. Riley Becomes Pastor of Redeemer’s A.M.E. Zion Church in Plainville
Rev. Brian K. Riley, a native of New Britain, has been named Pastor Redeemer’s A.M.E. Zion Church in Plainville, returning to the New Britain area after serving as Pastor of Clinton AME Zion Church in Ansonia for five years. Rev. Riley and his wife, Jill, were formally welcomed to the 122 year old historic African […]
Audit Report Says Stewart City Hall Failed to Fix Problems from Previous Year
The report from firm auditing the city of New Britain’s books found that three findings it identified from the previous year were still not remedied by the administration of Mayor Erin Stewart (R). The audit for the 2023 budget year was completed nearly six months late, according to state law. The six month late report […]
With Fashion and Cultural Celebration, Council Member Candyce Scott Seeks to Inspire Empowerment
New Britain City Council member, Ald. Candyce Scott (D-3) held a fashion show in the Town of Plainville Juneteenth Celebration on June 19th and later a photo shoot for CT Fashion in New Britain at the Rose Garden. Scott is the creator of Gorgy By Candy and is a licensed professional counselor. In celebrating her […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, July 8th to 14th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, July 14, 2024 include,
Allen St. Problem-Project #2 Oak St. to Beacon St. Our 21st Presentation to New Britain Officials. July 10, 2024
o: Ward 4 Constituents, Taxpayers, Property Owners, Flooding Victims and New Britain Officials This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our neighborhoods’ storm-sewer systems and the Federal-State-City responses. Our concerns must be given the highest priority. Our quality of life is suffering and our property values have declined by 15%. When the […]
Late For Second Year In A Row, Stewart City Hall Reports Completion Of 2023 Audit
The administration of Mayor Stewart (R) is reporting that the audit for the 2023 budget year, nearly six months late, according to state law, is ready. The six month late report follows another, nearly year-late report from the previous budget year. A report from Stewart administration Finance Director Jonathan M. Perugini to the City Council […]
Happy 4th of July!
The New Britain Progressive wishes you, from our families to yours, a happy and safe celebration of the Independence of the United States of America! As we celebrate our nation, let us all reflect on the great ideals this country was built on – equality, democracy, justice and freedom for all – and continue our […]
Banned Book Club at New Britain Public Library to Discuss “Crank” by Ellen Hopkins
The New Britain Public Library is hosting its Banned Book Club, saying, The Library says that the event is its, Join us for this monthly book club where we discuss books that have been banned or have been requested to be removed from public libraries or school libraries. This month’s book is Crank by Ellen […]
2024 New Britain 4th Of July Fireworks, “Great American Boom” Planned
New Britain’s widely attended July 4th “Great American Boom” fireworks display, celebrating Independence Day, is planned for the 2024 celebration. The 2024 Great American Boom fireworks event has been scheduled for Thursday, July 4, 2024 in Willow Brook Park. The event is to feature food trucks, DJ dance party and, of course, fireworks. An estimated […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, July 1st to 7th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, July 7, 2024 include,
Ronald Davis Presented CT NAACP President’s Award; Watson, Sanchez, Hayes and Nixon-Moore Named 100 Most Influential Blacks
The Connecticut NAACP held its annual awards ceremonies honoring its 2024 Most Influential Blacks in Connecticut on Saturday evening. At the ceremonies, special honors were presented to the New Britain NAACP’s longtime President Ronald P. Davis. Scot X. Esdaile, President of the Connecticut NAACP, presented Davis with the Connecticut NAACP’s President’s Award for his twenty-five […]