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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
The CCSU Center for Africana Studies is hosting “The Cookout: A Celebration of African Diasporic…
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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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. […]
The CCSU Center for Africana Studies is hosting “The Cookout: A Celebration of African Diasporic Resilience and Culture,” at its Annual Conference. The 31st Annual Conference, in its 31st year, is the Center’s signature event. Planned for March 6, 2025, from 10:00am to 6:00pm, organizers say, The conference will offer a variety of educational, recreational, […]
That Fashion Show, “Black New Britain”, held at the New Britain Public Library for Black History month was an experience of empowerment and community, according to participants. The event was a part of the Library’s, “A Celebration of Black America: Past, Present & Future” featuring a film screening, author talk and fashion show on February […]
“Into the Woods” at CT Theatre Company
The Connecticut Theatre Company is presenting the play “Into the Woods,” a musical with a creative take on well-known, old fairy tales.
Budget Meeting Called for May 29th
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart has called the City Council into a May 29th special meeting to consider her plan for the budget year that begins July 1, 2019.
Proposal for HUD Funds Reports
A proposal introduced in the City Council would require the city Department of Community Development to report to the Council on the city use of HUD funds.
PAL to Host Complimentary Pasta Dinner
The New Britain Police Athletic League (PAL) has announced that it will hold a complimentary pasta dinner on May 23, 2019.
Memorial Day Ceremonies and Parade Planned
New Britain will honor Memorial Day with ceremonies at war memorials and a parade held, as traditionally, on May 30, 2019.
New Britain Public Pools Open for the 2019 Summer Season
With warm summer weather and the end of the 2019 school year here, thoughts are turning to summer days at city pools and splash pads.
Little Poland Festival Coming Soon
The New Britain Little Poland Festival will be celebrating its eighth anniversary this year, as organizers expect 20,000 visitors to the June 2nd event.
Meetings and Events May 20th to 26th
Meetings and community events during the week of Mon, May 20, 2019 to Sun, May 26th include plays at the Hole in the Wall Theater and CT Theater Company.
Springtime Weather Arrives for North-Oak Clean-Up
The North-Oak NRZ held its most recent neighborhood clean-up event on Saturday, May 18th, a bright and sunny springtime day.
City at Bottom of Schools Funding and Test Scores
With academic success of students apparently affected by the level of local schools funding, New Britain is in the position of being at the bottom of both.
“Second Time Around” Adult Prom at OIC
The Opportunities Industrialization Center of New Britain (OIC) is hosting its First Annual “Second Time Around” Adult Prom in June.
Proposal Would Make City Responsible for Sidewalk Repair
A new City Council proposal would move a costly responsibility for sidewalk repairs from homeowners and other property owners to the city.
PAL Midnight Basketball to be at Osgood Park May 17th and 18th
The New Britain Police Athletic League has announced that its Midnight Basketball program will be held at Osgood Park on both Friday and Saturday this week.
North-Oak NRZ Seeks Volunteers on May 16th for Fire Victim Relief
The North-Oak NRZ is seeking the help of volunteers in the community in its efforts to provide relief to people affected by the recent fire on Allen Street.
North-Oak NRZ Calls Meeting, Prepares for Clean-Up
The North-Oak NRZ has announced that its next monthly meeting will be on May 30th, while it prepares for its May 18th neighborhood clean-up.
HITW Performing “Champagne & Licorice”
The Hole in the Wall Theater is opening its presentation of Scott Stephen Kegler’s play, Champagne and Licorice, this week.
HITW Performing “Champagne & Licorice”
The Hole in the Wall Theater is opening its presentation of Scott Stephen Kegler’s play, Champagne and Licorice, this week.
Meetings and Events May 13th to 19th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, May 13, 2019 to Sunday, May 19th include the North-Oak NRZ Neighborhood Clean-Up.
Race in the Park Held to Support Breast Cancer Education and Research
The Connecticut Breast Health Initiative (CT BHI) held its 2019 Race in the Park on Saturday, May 11th, continuing a Mother’s Day weekend tradition in New Britain. The event drew thousands of people on a crisp and sunny springtime day to run and walk in Walnut Hill Park and New Britain neighborhoods. People come to […]
Northend School Playscape Dedicated
Kids at the Northend School have a new, recently dedicated playscape, thanks to the work of school officials and the Arch Area NRZ.