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The deadline for former Mayor Erin Stewart (R) to make her initial restitution payment to…
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NEW BRITAIN COMMON COUNCIL UPDATES Municipal bidding procedures for the purchase of supplies and contractual…
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by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
Opinion
By Thomas Broderick During the 1950s, 60s, and 70s the state of Connecticut disastrously gutted…
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…
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The deadline for former Mayor Erin Stewart (R) to make her initial restitution payment to the City of New Britain came and went on Wednesday without payment, according to a statement released by current Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D). The funds are intended to reimburse the city for legal expenses incurred as a result of Stewart’s […]
By Thomas Broderick During the 1950s, 60s, and 70s the state of Connecticut disastrously gutted its cities by ramming urban freeways through their cores. Interstate 91 and Interstate 84 in Hartford, Interstate 95 (originally known as the Connecticut Turnpike) and Route 8 in Bridgeport, and Interstate 95 and the Oak Street Connector in New Haven […]
Fall City Leaf Collection Underway
The annual Fall leaf collection program conducted by the New Britain Public Works Department is already underway.
No Snow Days from School?
School snow days are such an understood reality of life in New England that they are ingrained among the rites and joys of growing up.
Rick Lopes & Manny Sanchez Win; Sanchez & Tercyak Re-Elected; Hayes, Biden and Harris Win New Britain
Democrats swept to victory in New Britain, taking solid majorities in every race on the ballot in the city.
Rick Lopes & Manny Sanchez Win; Sanchez & Tercyak Re-Elected; Hayes, Biden and Harris Win New Britain
Democrats swept to victory in New Britain, taking solid majorities in every race on the ballot in the city.
2020 Election Day Arrives!
The choice between Donald Trump and his Republican slate, Joe Biden and his Democratic slate and others will be decided as voters who have …
NAACP to Hold Election of Officers and Executive Board
The New Britain Branch of the NAACP #2006 has announced that it will hold elections for its Officers and Executive Board members.
Happening in New Britain Nov 2nd to 8th
New Britain city meetings and community events during the week of Mon, Nov 2nd to Sun, Nov 8th include Election Day.
Registering and Voting This Tuesday Nov 3rd
The 2020 Election Day is nearly here, with many people who have not voted yet having one more chance on November 3rd.
Racial Justice Coalition Seeks Donations for Halloween “Candy Gram” Program
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is seeking donations to help with its effort to deliver treats to children for this year’s Halloween
New Britain Republican Moves Appear to Echo Trump
Editorial. While New Britain Republicans avoid their own party label, recent state and local actions by Republicans appear to reflect Donald Trump.
YWCA Holding Online “Evening of Treasures” Auction
YWCA New Britain will hold its 27th Annual Evening of Treasures Auction as an online “Mission: Possible” themed event.
“Rocky Horror Picture Show” at Trinity-On-Main
The Trinity-On-Main arts and performance venue is to present a showing of the cult-classic rock opera “Rocky Horror Picture Show.”
Happening in New Britain Oct 26th to Nov 1st
New Britain city meetings and community events the week of Monday, October 26, 2020 to Sunday, November 1st includes Halloween.
Healthcare Topic of 5th Interfaith Racial and Social Justice Conversation
Healthcare will be the topic of the New Britain Area Interfaith Conference’s fifth online Racial and Social Justice Conversation this Monday.
North-Oak NRZ Helping and Advocating for Neighborhood
While laboring to help North-Oak residents duringing the pandemic, the North-Oak NRZ is looking ahead to more advocacy for the neighborhood.
North-Oak NRZ and HRA to Give Out Thanksgiving Turkeys
The North-Oak NRZ has announced that it and HRA will be giving out Thanksgiving turkeys for neighborhood residents.
Republican Russell’s Education Claim Called Untrue
A campaign attack by Republican candidate Alden Russell against Democratic candidate Manny Sanchez on school funding is being called untrue.
Congresswoman Hayes Holds Online New Britain Town Hall
Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (D-5) answered questions from New Britain residents at a town-hall style online forum on Tuesday evening.
Hole in the Wall to Present “Scavenger”
Just in time for Halloween, the Hole in the Wall Theater will present Richard Sebastian-Coleman’s, “Scavenger,” streaming online.
Happening in New Britain Oct 19th to 25th
New Britain meetings&events the week of Mon, Oct 19th to Sun, Oct 25th include the Interfaith Racial&Social Justice Conversation on Housing.