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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…
History
Finding A Common Thread of Racial and Social Justice in 1988 and 2024 By John…
Opinion
Whether or not you work at a job that is possible to do remotely, acts…
Community News
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, March 9, 2025 include
News
Prominent local attorney and community leader, Adrian Baron, reported on social media today that federal…
News Analysis
Republican City Council Assistant Leader, Ald Sharon Beloin-Saavedra (R-1) has reportedly announced that she is…
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Friendship Center’s Cold Weather Triage Program Is Open To Help Unhoused NEW BRITAIN – A…
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In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, March 9, 2025 include
The New Britain Downtown District hosting “LepreCON”. Organizers say that, ☘️LepreCON returns for its third year to unite all real and faux leprechauns on this annual bar crawl through Downtown New Britain. Enjoy the Craic and drink specials at each stop. 🍻Cheers! Featured Stops:📍Elk’s Lodge 957📍The Industrial Cocktail Bar📍5 Churches Brewing📍I Know You KnowNEW THIS […]
Whether or not you work at a job that is possible to do remotely, acts increasingly being perpetrated by the greedy who own for a living to roll back the ability of workers who can work remotely to do so show in crystal clear terms that rich people think they own the rest of humanity. […]
“National Night Out” Celebrated
Hundreds of people gathered in New Britain’s Central Park to enjoy food, music and community at the 2019 “National Night Out.”
City Residents Join in Gun Control Rally
New Britain residents joined with others for a rally at the State Capitol in the wake of the latest wave of gun violence in the country.
The Sign of Marshalls’ Closing
The expected closing of Marshals in NewBrite Plaza became very real as the large sign of one of the plaza’s anchors came down.
Meetings and Events Aug 5th to 11th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, August 5, 2019 to Sunday, August 11th include the 2019 “National Night Out”.
Event to Celebrate LaResse Harvey’s Journey
Saying, “second chances work,” local organizations are holding a benefit event, “Celebrating LaResse Harvey’s 20 years of Successful Reentry.”
Ice Cream Social at Hungerford Park
The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park has announced that it will be holding an Ice Cream Social at its Nature Center.
Hugh & Messer at NBMAA First Friday
The New Britain Museum of American Art’s popular First Friday event will feature the music of Grayson Hugh and Polly Messer for its August edition.
Hugh & Messer at NBMAA First Friday
The New Britain Museum of American Art’s popular First Friday event will feature the music of Grayson Hugh and Polly Messer for its August edition.
2019 “National Night Out” Planned
The New Britain Police Department, and New Britain Police Athletic League (PAL) have announced the 2019 New Britain National Night Out. New Britain’s National Night Out has drawn hundreds of people in a street festival atmosphere. The 2019 “National Night Out” event is to be on Tuesday, August 6th. The event will be held from 5:00pm to […]
2019-2020 School Year Calendar Available
We may still be in the hot days of summer, but the start of school is right around the corner, and the 2019-2020 is already published.
Water Main Leak on Newington Avenue
Newington Avenue and sidewalk were covered in torrent of water from a time on Monday, as city workers responded a water main leak.
Meetings and Events Jul 29th to Aug 4th
Meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, July 29, 2019 to Sunday, August 4th include midsummer swimming, theater and activities.
St. Joachim Parish to Celebrate Festival
There will be food, music and celebration at St. Mary’s Church as the Saint Joachim Catholic Parish holds its 2019 Annual Festival.
Connecticut Theater Presents “Memphis”
The Connecticut Theater Company is bringing its audience back the birth of Rock-n-Roll music in its performance of the musical play, “Memphis”.
Art League to Hold 91st Annual Meeting
The Art League of New Britain has announced that it will hold its ninety first Annual Meeting, inviting the public to join them.
Jiran Celebrates End of 2019 Program
The Jiran summer Arabic language program is completing its 2019 classes and is celebrating with a Community Potluck Event.
Heartbroken About NRZ
People who know me well as a person, know my values and have worked alongside me know why I would be so heartbroken right now.
North-Oak NRZ President Responds to Letter Calling for Resignation
Please refer to the city ordinance regarding the chapter of the North-Oak NRZ also see the Connecticut state statute of the Office Policy Management (OPM)
North-Oak Board Members Call on President to Resign
Letter by Marie Bachand, Vicky Ramos and Manny Sandoval, To the members of the North Oak Community, We the members of the North Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone would like to make a statement at this time. It is with a sad heart and much displeasure that we bring information that has been detrimental to the […]
Meetings and Events Jul 22nd to 28th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, July 22, 2019 to Sunday, July 28th include theater, music and the arts.