News
New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) joined with Sen Rick Lopes (D-6), Rep Manny Sanchez…
Community News
By Bike New Britain On Monday, Bike New Britain will be providing the 5th grade…
Opinion
By Joe Wasserman Members of Back from the Brink CT carried a poster into the…
News Analysis
The Common Council will hold three meetings (May 5,6,7) to review the Mayor’s proposed budget…
Featured Journalism
by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
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
Latest News and Opinion
The Common Council will hold three meetings (May 5,6,7) to review the Mayor’s proposed budget for the July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027. City departments under the jurisdiction of the Planning, Zoning and Housing Committee (PZH) will be reviewed Tuesday, May 5. The Administration, Finance, Law and Public Services Committee (AFLPS) will continue the review on […]
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 […]
Budget Would Send $12.4 Million to New Britain, Legislators Say
New Britain’s Democratic state legislators say that New Britain stands to receive $12.4 million more under the state budget proposed…
School Building Committee Resolution Curtails Checks and Balances On Construction Projects
“A consequence of the new SBC resolution is that it contributes to a bigger divide between City Hall and the BOE. New Britain’s close to last ranking in how much the municipal government contributes to public schools is a perennial and contentious issue at budget time every year and this year is no exception.” By […]
Making a Side Table at Diaspora’s “Craft & Sip”
The Diaspora Multicultural Society is holding a “Craft & Sip” event at which participants can make their own new end table.
Making a Side Table at Diaspora’s “Craft & Sip”
The Diaspora Multicultural Society is holding a “Craft & Sip” event at which participants can make their own new end table.
Racial Justice Coalition To Host School Funding Forum – Postponed
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning a forum with Board of Education member, Dr. Violet Jiménez Sims, on school funding.
Strong Recognizes International Workers’ Day
Democratic Mayoral candidate Alicia Hernandez Strong offered wishes for a, “Happy May Day Week!” for International Workers’ Day on May 1st.
Happening in New Britain Apr 26th to May 2nd
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, April 26, 2021 to Sunday, May 2nd include…
Celebrate New Britain Festival to Be Held Sept 25th and 26th
New Britain Parks and Recreation has announced that there will be a “Celebrate New Britain” festival in downtown New Britain in September.
“A Matter of Heart” — CMHA & The Spott Unlimited Announce Collaboration
Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. (CMHA) and The Spott Unlimited, Inc. have announced a new community-oriented collaboration.
“A Matter of Heart” — CMHA & The Spott Unlimited Announce Collaboration
Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. (CMHA) and The Spott Unlimited, Inc. have announced a new community-oriented collaboration.
Council to Hold Hearing on Stewart Budget
The City Council will hold a hearing tonight, Thursday, April 22nd, on Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s city budget for the upcoming year.
New Britain Leaders Speak On Justice for George Floyd
Local leaders in New Britain are reacting to the news of the conviction of former police officer Derek Chauvin in the murder of George Floyd.
DeLandro Launches Official Mayoral Campaign
Saying that she has, “a passion to serve and a commitment to lead,” Democrat Veronica DeLandro formally announced she is running for Mayor.
Happening in New Britain Apr 19th to Apr 25th
New Britain meetings and community events during the week of Mon, Apr 19th to Sun, Apr 25th include the public hearing on the city budget.
YWCA Stand Against Racism to Discuss Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace
YWCA New Britain and the Greater New Britain Chamber of Commerce are holding the annual Stand Against Racism event…
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honored in 53rd Memorial Celebration
Dr. Valerie Ruby Ingram recalled many of New Britain’s great African-American leaders and the “holy ground” of the old Hartford Avenue…
Democrats Object to Stewart Flat-Funding Schools Again
Democrats waging or weighing a campaign for Mayor are concerned about Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s decision to flat fund schools again.
Bethune Club Holding Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Celebration, Apr 17th
The Mary McLeod Bethune Club is holding New Britain’s annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Celebration this Saturday, April 17th.
Stewart Budgets Cut $9 Million From Schools, Adjusting for Inflation
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s budget for the upcoming year once again flat-funds city operating funds for New Britain schools.
New Britain Jr. Canes Registration Ongoing
New Britain Hurricanes Youth Football & Cheerleading is holding open registration for the 2021 season of its football and cheer programs.