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Four New Britain City Council have formally stated their opposition to a controversial travel center…
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A Review by Sean Gallagher Located at 260 Main Street in New Britain, Mofongo offers…
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by John McNamara – NBpoliticus.com State Representative Matt Blumenthal on “No Excuse” Absentee Voting: “We Have…
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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 Neil P. Connors – Batterson Park Conservancy For more than a decade, volunteers, advocates,…
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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Four New Britain City Council have formally stated their opposition to a controversial travel center and gas-diesel facility proposed on a wetlands parcel near Batterson Pond on Fienemann Road just across the town border in Farmington. In a joint statement submitted during a June 3 public hearing, the Council President, Ald Francisco Santiago (D-5), the […]
A bombshell independent investigation report released today details allegations of a sweeping, multi-year pattern of fiscal misconduct, unauthorized compensation, and potential fraud by and under the administration of former Mayor Erin Stewart (R). The report, compiled by the Crumbie Law Group, alleges that Stewart systematically bypassed city protocols to secure hundreds of thousands of taxpayer […]
A Review by Sean Gallagher Located at 260 Main Street in New Britain, Mofongo offers a vibrant blend of Puerto Rican and mainland American fusion cuisine. Its atmosphere immerses guests in Puerto Rican island culture. The restaurant’s colorful interior, decorated with art and photographs, creates an extremely warm and welcoming environment that gives a preview […]
NBHS to Hold Second Summer Session
There is to be a second session of summer New Britain High School classes, to be held online, and the registration for the session ends this week.
New Britain Schools Change Columbus Day to Indigenous People Day
The New Britain Board of Education has voted to permanently change the city schools’ recognition of Columbus Day to Indigenous People Day.
2020 Diaspora Multicultural Festival Announced
The Diaspora Multicultural Society has announced it will be holding its annual, outdoor, early autumn Multicultural Festival for a third year.
NBHS Boys Basketball Holding Summer Clinics
New Britain High School Boys Basketball has announced that it will be holding basketball clinics this summer for 3rd to 8th grade students.
Happening in New Britain Jul 13th to 19th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, July 13, 2020 to Sunday, July 19th include:
“Simply Swing” at 2020 Walnut Hill Park Summer Music Series
The 2020 Summer Music Series is planned to continue to bring music to New Britain’s historic Walnut Hill Park with a concert by “Simply Swing”.
Youth Theater to Have Online Classes
The No Boundaries Youth Theater (NBYT) has announced that it will be holding its class programming this summer online because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Davis Calls for Columbus Statue Removal
I am writing in support for the removal of New Britain’s Christopher Columbus statue and for action to be taken for the name changing of Columbus Boulevard.
Protest Calls for City to Remove Columbus Statue
Protesters held a demonstration and march calling for the swift removal by the city of the Christopher Columbus statue in New Britain.
New Britain American Art Museum to Re-Open
The New Britain Museum of American Art has announced that it is re-opening, with new policies in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
March to Call for Removal of Christopher Columbus Statue
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is organizing a march and call-in to the City Council, pressing for removal of the Christopher Columbus statue.
Happening in New Britain Jul 6th to 12th
New Britain city meetings and community events during the week of Mon, Jul 6 to Sun, Jul 12th include the Summer Music Series in Walnut Hill Park.
Happy 4th of July!
From our families to yours, the New Britain Progressive wishes you a happy and safe celebration of the Independence of the United States of America!
Republican Revisits Controversially Changed Affirmative Action Plan
In 2016, Ald. Kristian Rosado (R-2) proposed changes to the city’s Affirmative Action Plan that many considered “gutting” the existing plan.
Rainbow Over New Britain
Those with their eyes on the skies this evening in New Britain got a special treat in the form of a perfect rainbow as rain clouds were departing.
Black Ministerial Alliance Vision Against Racism and for Equality
We are witnessing an unprecedented movement in our country that is birthed from our fight against racism and hatred towards black and brown people, that has
CT Peace Fest Holding Protest in Tribute to Dowdell
A peaceful protest has been announced by the group, CT Peace Fest, in tribute to musical artist Zoe “Gangstalicious” Dowdell.
Happening in New Britain Jun 29th to Jul 5th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Mon, June 29, 2020 to Sun, July 5th include celebration of Independence Day!
2020 Walnut Hill Park Summer Music Series to Begin
For many New Britain residents, enjoying evenings of live music played at the Darius Miller Bandshell is one of the joys of summer.
City Opening Pools But Not Splash Pads
City pools are set to open this weekend, but the city will not open the splash pads in the public parks during the summer of 2020.