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Prominent local attorney and community leader, Adrian Baron, reported on social media today that federal…
Opinion
Whether or not you work at a job that is possible to do remotely, acts…
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition - Upcoming
The CT People’s Survival Program has announced a three-part Community Violence Intervention Series, noting that it is, “focused on equipping community members with practical skills to interrupt and transform violence.” The CT People’s Survival Program is a 501(c)(3) affiliate of the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC). The organization says that, In collaboration with the […]
NAACP
NAACP State Council President Scot X. Esdaile led a crowd of 150 in celebrating the…
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning its February Community Meeting. The Coalition says,…
Flooding Series
Presentation #32 to our New Britain City Officials. To: Allen St. Neighborhood Flooding Victims, Concerned…
Community News
I community forums is being planned by members of the New Britain state legislative delegation,…
History
Finding A Common Thread of Racial and Social Justice in 1988 and 2024 By John…
The Arts
The Music Series at South Church is hosting a concert featuring organist Noah Klein. The Music Series at South Church says that, Renowned for his exceptional talent, organist Noah Klein will captivate you with a dynamic program that showcases the power and beauty of South Church’s Gress-Miles organ. Recently featured as an emerging young musician […]
Gallery 66, and Central Connecticut State University say they are, “proud to present the 2nd Annual Juried Art Exhibition, showcasing the exceptional talent of junior and senior students majoring in Art and Art Education.” There is to be an opening reception and awards ceremony on March 8, 2025 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm that is, “free […]
News Analysis
Republican City Council Assistant Leader, Ald Sharon Beloin-Saavedra (R-1) has reportedly announced that she is…
Featured Journalism
Friendship Center’s Cold Weather Triage Program Is Open To Help Unhoused NEW BRITAIN – A…
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I community forums is being planned by members of the New Britain state legislative delegation, including Rep Dave DeFronzo (D-26), Rep Bobby Sanchez (D-25), Rep Manny Sanchez (D-24) and Sen Rick Lopes (D-6), who are to be joined by the City Council Assistant Majority Leader, Ald Iris Sanchez (D-3) and Board of Education Secretary Diana […]
The Music Series at South Church is hosting a concert featuring organist Noah Klein. The Music Series at South Church says that, Renowned for his exceptional talent, organist Noah Klein will captivate you with a dynamic program that showcases the power and beauty of South Church’s Gress-Miles organ. Recently featured as an emerging young musician […]
Gallery 66, and Central Connecticut State University say they are, “proud to present the 2nd Annual Juried Art Exhibition, showcasing the exceptional talent of junior and senior students majoring in Art and Art Education.” There is to be an opening reception and awards ceremony on March 8, 2025 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm that is, “free […]
Meetings and Events Oct 21st to 27th
Meetings and community events during the week of Mon, Oct 21st to Sun, Oct 27th include the Hole in the Wall Theater’s presentation of Hitchcock & Horror.
Salvio Staying Contrasts Stewart Statement
Recent statements by Mayor Erin Stewart appear to contrast with the treatment of a Republican Council member after harassment and stalking allegations.
Dr. Lampkin Discusses the Flu Vaccine
Influenza vaccine can prevent influenza (flu). Flu is a contagious disease that spreads around the United States every year
Diaspora Holding 90s Themed Halloween Party
The Diaspora Multicultural Society is celebrating the Halloween season with a 1990s-themed, “Halloween Haunted House Party.”
Jr. Canes Regular Season End Nears
The Jr. Canes have two more weeks of regular season play before playoffs begin, and are playing this weekend at home in New Britain.
Lavoy Apologizes; Porcher Calls on Him to Drop Out
Democratic Mayoral candidate Chris Porcher is calling on a Democratic City Council candidate to drop out of the 2019 race following online comments.
2019 City Election Ballots Announced
The ballots in the November 5, 2019 city elections are published, showing candidates can choose from to operate the city for the next two years.
Meetings and Events Oct 14th to 20th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Mon, Oct 14th to Sun, Oct 20th include the LWV Mayoral and City Council debate.
CT BHI Announces Grant Recipients
The Connecticut Breast Health Initiative (CT BHI) officially awarded its 2019 grants for breast cancer research and education programs at a recent ceremony.
Turning Red To Blue: Charlotte Koskoff’s 2020 Congressional Campaign
Charlotte Koskoff isn’t done with Congressional politics, not for herself, but to put progressive Democrats into Congress
Official Criticized About Sign in Climate Debate
City Council members are criticizing a city finance official for what they say is “mocking” a Council member during debate on a climate change resolution.
Jr. Canes Season Underway
The Jr. Canes’s season is underway, with its youth competition programs in full swing and New Britain players already meeting with successes.
YWCA to Hold Fall Family Festival
The YWCA New Britain has announced a family celebration of the Autumn season and Halloween at its 2019 annual Fall Family Festival.
CONCORA to Perform “Petite Messe Solennelle”
CONCORA, the Connecticut Choral Artists, will perform Gioachino Rossini’s “Petite Messe Solennelle” in New Britain’s South Church. CONCORA describes Rossini’s composition, saying, Gioachino Rossini had given up writing operas for nearly thirty years by the time he wrote his Petite Messe Solennelle, which he called “the last of the sins of my old age.” Others […]
Meetings and Events Oct 7th to 13th
City meetings and community events during the week of Mon, Oct 7th to Sun, Oct 13th include the opening of Disaster! at the Connecticut Theatre Company.
Community Forum by CCSU Student Government
The Central Connecticut State University Student Government Association has announced that it is host its first “New Britain Community Leader Forum.”
Porcher and Stewart to Debate
Democratic Mayoral candidate Chris Porcher and Republican Mayor Erin Stewart are expected to face each other in a debate held by the League of Women Voters.
‘Disaster!’ Opening at CT Theatre Company
New Britain’s Connecticut Theater Company is performing the Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick musical comedy play, Disaster!
Spottswood to Host Halloween ‘Trunk or Treat’
Spottswood AME Zion Church has announced that it it is planning a ‘Trunk or Treat’ event to be held on Halloween evening.
Blues Band at NBMAA First Friday
The James Montgomery Blues Band will perform live at the New Britain Museum of American Art’s October, 2019 First Friday event.