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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…
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
Police Review Board Proposal on Committee Agenda
A Council committee will meet to consider the proposed advisory-only “independent” “Police Civilian Review Board” appointed entirely by the mayor.
Book Sale to Support Public Library
Friends of New Britain Public Library are holding a “Mini Fall Book Sale” to benefit the New Britain Public Library.
Happening in New Britain Sep 28th to Oct 4th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, September 28, 2020 to Sunday, October 4th include…
Lacourciere Endorses Sanchez in 24th District
Democrat Richard Lacourciere announced his endorsement of Democrat Ald. Manny Sanches (D-AL) in the election for the 24th Assembly district.
League of Women Voters Seeks Debate Questions
The New Britain Area League of Women Voters is seeking questions to be asked of local legislative candidates at its candidate forum.
Comic Mime to Perform at Public Library
The New Britain Public Library is inviting people to a live Comic Mine activity on its front lawn this weekend.
Online Storytelling to Benefit New Britain Roots
“Tell Me Another” is hosting an online storytelling event with New Britain ROOTS to benefit the New Britain organization’s programs.
Parks and Rec After School Program Applications Open
New Britain Parks and Recreation has announced that applications are open for its 2020-2021 “Every Kid Counts” after school programs.
Jr. Canes Announce Week 2 Game Results
The Jr. Canes have announced the results of the week 2 football games of its 2020 season, with three wins our of four games played.
Happening in New Britain Sep 21th to Sep 27th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, September 21, 2020 to Sunday, September 27th include:
Columbus Statue Removal Question Returning to Council
The question of whether to remove the monument to Cristopher Columbus is returning to the City Council for possible final action.
Happy Rosh Hashanah From the New Britain Progressive
Happy Rosh Hashanah from the New Britain Progressive and best wishes for a happy, healthy, hopeful, peaceful and joyous New Year.
Racial and Social Justice Conversation to be Hosted by Interfaith Conference
The New Britain Area Interfaith Conference is planning a conversation series, “Shaping Peace Together: Advancing Racial and Social Justice.”
Absentee Ballot Applications in the Mail
As expected, applications for absentee ballots from Secretary of the State Denise Merrill have been arriving in the mail because of COVID-19.
Parks and Rec Hiring for After School Programs
New Britain Parks and Recreation has announced that it is hiring for positions in its 2020-2021 fall to spring after school programs.
North-Oak NRZ September Meeting Planned
The North-Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ) has announced its regular public meeting for the month of September.
Happening in New Britain Sep 14th to Sep 20th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Mon, Sep 14th to Sun, Sep 20th include the Car Show downtown.
Food, Music and Community at Diaspora Festival
The Diaspora Multicultural Society’s Third Multicultural Festival brought music and food to a warm late summer afternoon.
Independent Party Nominates Walczak for Congress
Bruce Walczak has been nominated by the Connecticut Independent Party to run for the 5th Congressional District, which includes New Britain.
Working Families Endorses New Britain Legislators
“I’m honored to be endorsed by the Working Families Party,” said State Representative Bobby Sanchez (D-25), one of five New Britain Democratic legislators cross-endorsed by the Connecticut Working Families Party.