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Four New Britain City Council have formally stated their opposition to a controversial travel center…
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A Review by Sean Gallagher Located at 260 Main Street in New Britain, Mofongo offers…
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by John McNamara – NBpoliticus.com State Representative Matt Blumenthal on “No Excuse” Absentee Voting: “We Have…
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by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
Opinion
By Neil P. Connors – Batterson Park Conservancy For more than a decade, volunteers, advocates,…
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition
By the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition, The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) is raising serious concerns about Mayor Bobby Sanchez’s proposed FY27 budget, stating clearly that it reduces overall education funding while failing to meaningfully invest in libraries and community services. Despite public claims of increased support for schools, the full budget shows […]
Community Announcements
By Bike New Britain On Monday, Bike New Britain will be providing the 5th grade class at Smalley School in New Britain with a bike safety education program. Beginning on Monday, May 4th and continuing through Thursday, May 7th, members of Bike New Britain will be conducting safety education classes from 8am to 9:45am Then […]
Community Announcement by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut (BBBSCT) honored two New Britain residents during its annual Big Night celebration this Saturday, recognizing Big Sister Alex Steel as the 2026 Big of the Year and Jessica Mercado as the 2026 Parent Partner of the Year. Both were celebrated […]
Schools
As the summer days wind down and back-to-school shopping begins, familiar signs of a new school year appear. Store shelves are stocked with school supplies, shopping carts start to fill, and a growing sense of anticipation starts to creep in. Across the town of New Britain, students are preparing to return to the school halls […]
History
By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
Flooding Series
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Four New Britain City Council have formally stated their opposition to a controversial travel center and gas-diesel facility proposed on a wetlands parcel near Batterson Pond on Fienemann Road just across the town border in Farmington. In a joint statement submitted during a June 3 public hearing, the Council President, Ald Francisco Santiago (D-5), the […]
A bombshell independent investigation report released today details allegations of a sweeping, multi-year pattern of fiscal misconduct, unauthorized compensation, and potential fraud by and under the administration of former Mayor Erin Stewart (R). The report, compiled by the Crumbie Law Group, alleges that Stewart systematically bypassed city protocols to secure hundreds of thousands of taxpayer […]
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.
Happy 4th of July!
The New Britain Progressive wishes you a happy and safe celebration of the Independence of the United States of America!
KIEDC and St. James Announce July Food Box Distribution
A new Food Box Program distribution will be held in the North Oak area, announced Kingdom International Economic Development Corporation.
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.
2021 Walnut Hill Park Summer Music Series to Begin
Evenings of live music at the Darius Miller Bandshell is one of the joys of summer for many people in New Britain.
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.
Happening in New Britain June 28th to July 4th
New Britain meetings and events coming up during the week of Monday, June 28, 2021 to Sunday, July 4th include Independence Day!
Candidates Talk Economic Development
Candidates for the Democratic nomination Mayor are talking about issues facing the city, including economic development.
Democratic Mayoral Candidates Debate Scheduled – CANCELLED
The New Britain Progressive has announced the date of the online debate it will hold, ahead of the anticipated Democratic Primary for Mayor.
Hole in the Wall to Present “Darths & Droids”
Tabletop role playing games form the setting of the Hole in the Wall Theater’s latest streaming production, “Darths & Droids.”
Hole in the Wall to Present “Darths & Droids”
Tabletop role playing games form the setting of the Hole in the Wall Theater’s latest streaming production, “Darths & Droids.”
People’s Coalition Plans Juneteenth Community Cookout
The People’s Coalition of Central Connecticut are planning a Juneteenth Community Cookout to “promote unity in our communities.”
Debate Planned for Democratic Mayoral Candidates – CANCELLED
With a spirited campaign underway for the Democratic nomination for Mayor of New Britain, the New Britain Progressive will host a debate.
Happening in New Britain June 21th to 27th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, June 21, 2021 to Sunday, June 27th include…
New Britain Public Pools Open for the 2021 Summer Season
Editor’s note (8/25/2021): Parks and Recreation has announced that the city’s pools are closed for the season, but that the city’s two splash pads, at Chesley Park and Willow Street Park, are open until Labor Day, from 10:00am to 8:00pm. With hot weather here and people looking to enjoy this summer, New Britain city pools […]
New Britain Forum with guest Ronald P. Davis
Guest Ronald P. Davis joins host John McNamara on the first edition of the New Britain Forum by the New Britain Progressive.
Les Is More by Leslie Jacobs: 10 Easy Ways to Start Decluttering
If living though the pandemic didn’t upend your life, and you’d like to get organized, here are 10 easy ways to start your decluttering.
NBYT to Hold Summer Shakespeare SLAM
The No Boundaries Youth Theater (NBYT) will perform scenes from well-known Shakespeare plays at its free presentation, “Shakespeare Slam.”
Lopes Touts New Britain Funding in State Budget
Sen. Rick Lopes (D-6) touted the newly approved state budget as increasing funding for schools, the city and programs without raising taxes.
Happening in New Britain June 14th to 20th
New Britain meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, June 14, 2021 to Sunday, June 20th include NBHS Graduation.